Author Archives: Tom Robinson
Community of Marne Gearing Up for 150th Celebration
(Marne) The theme for the Marne Sesquicentennial celebration on June 21 is honoring the past and embracing the future. Marne Community Club President Tonia Larsen looks forward to an event that will u...
Apr 07, 2025
Gas Prices up a Dime this Week
(Des Moines) According to AAA, the price of regular unleaded gasoline rose 10 cents, averaging $3.13 across Iowa. This week's price is down 14 cents from one year ago. The national average on Wednesda...
Apr 06, 2025
Annual Spring Wildlife Spotlight Surveys Begin in Iowa
(Lewis) The annual spring wildlife spotlight surveys are underway. John Lorenzen, a Fisheries Biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, appears on the KSOM DNR report, saying the survey...
Apr 05, 2025
Professor Ernie Goss Discusses How Tariffs Will Impact American Consumers
(Iowa) President Donald Trump announced a minimum 10% tariff on imports from over 100 countries, but the economic impact of these tariffs remains uncertain. "The R word is important, will there be ret...
Apr 04, 2025
Creston Police Report: Three People Arrested on Drug Charges
(Creston) Creston Police arrested three people in separate incidents. *Police arrested 52-year-old Rusty Ray Turner, of Creston, early this morning for OWI, 1st Offense, Possession of Drug Paraphernal...
Apr 04, 2025
Update: Reward Increased in Fort Dodge Police Shooting Investigation
(Fort Dodge) The Fort Dodge Police Department, in collaboration with the Webster County Attorney's Office, is actively searching for Dontay Diekman, who is wanted on several charges, including attempt...
Apr 04, 2025
Montgomery County Man Arrested on Theft Charges
(Red Oak) A Red Oak man is jailed on theft charges. Police arrested 27-year-old Gage Dixon on Thursday at the intersection of 4th and Elm Streets for 3rd-degree theft, third or subsequent offense. Aut...
Apr 04, 2025
Iowa Experiences Above-Average Precipitation and Temperatures in March, Says State Climatologist
(Des Moines) State climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan reported that Iowa experienced above-average precipitation and temperatures throughout March. Dr. Glisan highlighted three major weather systems that...
Apr 04, 2025
Atlantic Boy's Win Team Title at Ogden Relays
(Ogden) The Atlantic boys' track team topped the field at the Ogden Relays on Thursday night, securing the team title with 96 points in a 14-team field. In the field events, Gavin McLaren and Xavier D...
Apr 03, 2025
Atlantic Girls Win Team Title at Monarch Relays; Sonderman Wins Twice for Harlan
(Denison) The Atlantic girls posted a strong performance at the Monarch Relays on Thursday night, winning four events, claiming second place in three more, and showcasing depth in the sprints. They ta...
Apr 03, 2025
