Category Archives: Local News
Little Sioux Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and Possession of Child Pornography
(Council Bluffs) A Little Sioux man was sentenced on April 21st to 50 years in federal prison for sexual exploitation of a minor and possession of child pornography. According to public court document...
May 01, 2026
CAM Elementary S.T.E.M. Program Receives Grant from Schildberg Construction Company for Modernization and Growth
(Massena) Schildberg Construction Company recently presented the CAM Elementary S.T.E.M. program with a grant to modernize seating and accommodate all learners. Diane Brahms is a S.T.E.M. and TAG teac...
May 01, 2026
Cass Health Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month and Promotes More Good Days, Together
(Atlantic) Cass Health's Senior Life Solutions program is proud to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month by embracing this year's theme, "More Good Days, Together." Mental health matters at every st...
May 01, 2026
Walnut Splash Pad to Remain Closed This Summer; Fire Department Will Not Be Filling Private Pools
(Walnut) The City of Walnut has announced that its splash pad will remain closed for the upcoming summer season due to water conservation efforts. City officials say they have been working extensively...
May 01, 2026
SHARE Iowa Announces 2026 "Do-Gooder of the Year" Award Winner: Alicia Alvarez
(Council Bluffs) SHARE Iowa honored a southwest Iowa High School student, recognizing her commitment to service, leadership, and community impact. On Thursday, SHARE Iowa announced that Alicia Alvarez...
May 01, 2026
Frost Advisory
(Des Moines) The National Weather Service issued a Frost Advisory for all of Iowa. According to the NWS, temperatures are forecast to dip to 32 to 36 degrees from 1:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. F...
May 01, 2026
State News: School Threats, Farming Accidents, Critical Injuries, Legislative Changes, and Bird Migration
Teen Accused Of Threatening Violence Against Central IA High School Arrested (Newton, IA) -- A teen accused of threatening to commit an act of violence at a Central Iowa school has been arrested. Poli...
May 01, 2026
Cass County Arrests Report: Three Individuals Booked on Assault, Warrant, and Drug Charges
(Cass Co.) The Cass County Sheriff's Office reports three arrests. Angela Jean Crisafi, 55, of Cumberland, was arrested on April 23rd, on the charge of Domestic Assault with Bodily Injury-1st. Crisafi...
Apr 30, 2026
Sunnyside Pool Announces Opening Weekend, May 5 Deadline for Discount Passes
(Atlantic) Sunnyside Pool is gearing up for an exciting 2026 summer season and wants to take a moment to remind the community that time is running out to take advantage of discounted summer pool passe...
Apr 30, 2026
Farm Bill Passes U.S. House
(Washington, D.C.) The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 in a bipartisan vote of 224-200. Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) today released the follo...
Apr 30, 2026
