Category Archives: Local News
News from Western Iowa.
High Winds Reported in Glenwood and Griswold
(Des Moines) A storm system packing high winds and heavy rains swept through southwest Iowa on Tuesday evening. Trained weather spotters reported 65-mile per hour winds in Griswold at 9:38 p.m., and a...
Tom Robinson Jun 09, 2020
Semi accident near the 64-mile marker of I-80
(Anita) Emergency crews were called to an accident on Interstate 80 near the 64-mile marker. Authorities say a westbound semi for unknown reasons lost control, struck the bridge guardrail and overturn...
Tom Robinson Jun 09, 2020
Adair County Courthouse Doors will remain locked for now
(Greenfield) The Adair County Courthouse will keep the doors closed for a while longer. The Department Heads discussed the reopening of the courthouse this morning. County Auditor Mandy Berg says the ...
Tom Robinson Jun 09, 2020
Guthrie County Courthouse to open to the public on Friday
(Guthrie Center) The Guthrie County Courthouse will be opening back up to the public on Friday, June 12th. Guthrie County Auditor Dani Fink said Public Health and Environmental Health Director Jotham ...
Mandy Billings Jun 09, 2020
As motorists get back on the road, many are driving faster
(Area) Fewer COVID-19 restrictions as we hit summer travel season could lead to a dangerous trend on roadways. Mark Peterson of the Minnesota/Iowa AAA identifies a trend they've found. "If you look at...
Western Iowa Today Jun 09, 2020
Gas Prices heading back up after big drop
(Area) After a dramatic dip in gas prices, the price at the pump is slowly going back up. Stay at home orders across the country made their mark on demand. Mark Peterson of the Minnesota/Iowa AAA says...
Western Iowa Today Jun 09, 2020
Audubon swimming pool still planning to open when allowed
(Audubon) Audubon's Park and Recreation Board is optimistic they'll be able to open the pool at some point this summer. In fact, prep work is underway. Ashley Hartl is the Park and Rec Board President...
Western Iowa Today Jun 09, 2020
Flash Flood Watch expanded into Southwest Iowa
(Des Moines) The National Weather Service in Des Moines has expanded the Flash Flood Watch to include portions of south-central Iowa, southwest Iowa, and west-central Iowa, including; Ringgold and Uni...
Tom Robinson Jun 09, 2020
Shelby County Fair Board makes Changes to 2020 County Fair
(Harlan) The Shelby County Fair Board is making changes to the 2020 fair as the COVID-19 pandemic evolves. The fair will be limited to 4-H and FFA shows and activities, according to the Fair Board. Un...
Tom Robinson Jun 09, 2020
Union County Man Hurt in Motorcycle Crash
(Creston) A motorcycle driver suffered injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Union County. The Union County Sheriff's Office says the accident happened at 4:24 p.m. on Saturday, at the intersection of 17...
Tom Robinson Jun 09, 2020