Category Archives: Local News
Alzheimer's Association Invites Iowa Residents to Join Walk to End Alzheimer's in Harlan
(Harlan) The Alzheimer's Association is inviting West Central Iowa residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer's by participating in the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, S...
Sep 01, 2025
Community Invited to Meet Local Leaders at Farmers Market Event
(Atlantic) Area residents will have a unique opportunity to connect with their local government representatives while enjoying a fun evening at the farmer's market. The event will feature "Local Gover...
Sep 01, 2025
Weekly Fuel Report: Iowa Gas Prices Dip as Crude Oil Rises
(Des Moines) Iowa motorists are seeing slightly lower prices at the pump this week, while global crude oil prices ticked upward. According to AAA, the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iow...
Aug 31, 2025
Women Managing Farmland Forum Comes to Atlantic September 15
(Atlantic) Women involved in agriculture are invited to take part in the Women Managing Farmland Forum, hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach this September. The Southwest Iowa forum ...
Aug 31, 2025
Guthrie County Fair Schedule for Sunday, August 31
Old Settlers Day: 70 years and older admitted FREE to the fair Free Carnival Rides 1-10 PM Chainsaw artist will perform today 7 AM-5 PM 4-H Foodstand Open 7 AM Church Service sponsored by the Local As...
Aug 31, 2025
Iowa High Schools Asked to Sign Up for Iowa Secretary of State's Carrie Chapman Catt Voter Registration Initiative
(Des Moines) Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is urging all Iowa high schools to register their eligible students to vote by participating in the prestigious Carrie Chapman Catt Award program, now th...
Aug 31, 2025
Iowa DNR Offers Native Hardwood Seedlings for Sale
(Lewis) The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is offering 23 varieties of native hardwood seedlings for sale this week. John Lorenzen, who appeared on Saturday's DNR report on KSOM, announced that ...
Aug 31, 2025
Newest Hit in Apple Varieties in Cosmic Crisp
(NAFB) Since its introduction five years ago, the Washington-grown Cosmic Crisp apple has proven itself to be the next big variety, as its popularity continues to grow. Michael Schadler, president of ...
Aug 31, 2025
Atlantic Area Chamber Ambassadors Welcome Timber Ridge Roofing & Exteriors
(Atlantic) The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors were hosted by Timber Ridge Roofing & Exteriors on Thursday August 28th. The Ambassadors welcomed the organization as a new Chamber mem...
Aug 30, 2025
One Person Injured in Fiery Crash in O'Brien County
(Sheldon) One person suffered injuries when the pickup he was driving collided with a semi in O'Brien County. The Iowa State Patrol says the accident happened on Thursday at the intersection of Northw...
Aug 30, 2025
