Category Archives: Local News
Cass County Sheriff's Office Releases Latest Arrest Report
(Atlantic) The Cass County Sheriff's Office released its' latest arrest report from April 30 through May 7. *On May 1, 2026, the Cass County Sheriff's Office arrested Brian Lee Carlson, 51, of Elk Hor...
May 7, 2026
Gov. Reynolds announces resignation of IPERS CEO
(Des Moines) Governor Kim Reynolds today announced she has accepted the resignation of Greg Samorajski, former chief executive officer of the Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS). His resi...
May 7, 2026
City of Avoca Celebrates Opening of New Fire & Rescue Station
Community Invited to Open House, Hose Uncoupling Ceremony & Street Dance on May 9 (Avoca) The City of Avoca proudly announces the completion and opening of the new Avoca Fire & Rescue Station,...
May 7, 2026
Man Found Guilty in Stuart Subway Robbery
(Stuart) The Stuart Police Department says Kevin Krouse, 33, was found guilty on Wednesday of Robbery in the Second Degree. The charge stems from the February 4, 2026, robbery at Subway in Stuart. Dur...
May 7, 2026
Red Oak Woman Suffers Minor Injuries in Two-Vehicle Accident
(Red Oak) One person suffered minor injuries in a two-vehicle accident in Red Oak Tuesday evening. The Red Oak Police Department says a 16-year-old female from Red Oak was driving a 2017 Subaru Outbac...
May 7, 2026
Iowa News Update: Unemployment Declines, National Guard Returns, and Local Tragedies Highlight Recent Developments
Iowa Unemployment Lower, Also Dip In Job Growth (Des Moines, IA) -- Unemployment is slightly lower in Iowa's latest job report, but there was also a drop in job growth. Iowa's seasonally adjusted unem...
May 7, 2026
West 22nd Street Project in Atlantic Nearing Completion
(Atlantic) The Atlantic City Council approved the ninth pay application for the West 22nd Street improvement project. The Council awarded the West 22nd Street Improvement project to TK Concrete of Cou...
May 6, 2026
Atlantic Introduces Incentive to Beautify Community Spaces
(Atlantic) During the City Council meeting on Wednesday, Atlantic Mayor Rob Clausen introduced a new incentive program to encourage residents to improve the appearance of their properties. Drawing on ...
May 6, 2026
Atlantic City Council Sets the Date of a Public Hearing for the Sale of City-Owned Property
(Atlantic) The City of Atlantic recently received a bid from Paul and Kristi Wegner for $1.00 for the City-owned property at 411 Birch Street. At Wednesday's City Council meeting, the Council agreed t...
May 6, 2026
Gas Prices Jump Across Iowa Despite Drop in Crude Oil
(Des Moines) Iowa drivers are seeing a sharp increase at the pump this week, even as global crude oil prices decline. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa rose 39 ...
May 6, 2026
