Category Archives: Local News
Grain Bin Deaths Persist
(NAFB) Agriculture continues to rank among the nation's most dangerous industries. A new report from Purdue University shows at least 48 grain entrapment cases were reported last year, including 22 de...
Aug 12, 2026
Produce in the Park celebrates local food and astronomical events with MEATeor Shower Night August 13
(Atlantic) Produce in the Park will celebrate MEATeor Shower Night on Thursday, August 13, inspired by the Perseid Meteor Shower. The event will feature local meat vendors, offering lamb, beef, pork, ...
Aug 12, 2026
Gov. Reynolds Proclaims Safe + Sound Week in Iowa
(Des Moines) Gov. Kim Reynolds has proclaimed August 10-14, 2026, as Safe + Sound Week in Iowa. According to the press release, the Iowa Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IOSHA), a Divisi...
Aug 12, 2026
Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Western Iowa
(Des Moines) The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Western Iowa until 10:00 a.m. today. There is a slight (Level 2 of 5) risk for severe thunderstorms this morning. The p...
Aug 12, 2026
Montgomery County Man Arrested on Alcohol-Related Charge
(Red Oak) A traffic stop led to the arrest of a Red Oak man on Tuesday. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office stopped a vehicle driven by 67-year-old Edwin Bryant Vondielingen at around 10:30 p.m. at...
Aug 12, 2026
Iowa Headlines: Politics, State Fair, Missing Child Anniversary and Major Drug Seizure
Iowa Libertarian Party Meets Tonight To Choose New Lieutenant Governor Nominee (Des Moines, IA) -- The Iowa Libertarian Party will meet tonight to choose a new candidate for lieutenant governor. That ...
Aug 12, 2026
Local Nonprofits Invite Community to Support Volunteer Iowa Day of Service Projects
(Cass Co.) This spring, 25 Cass County nonprofit organizations were selected to participate in the Iowa HHS - Volunteer Iowa Day of Service initiative, an opportunity designed to strengthen volunteer ...
Aug 11, 2026
Harlan Family to Host Practical Farmers of Iowa Field Day
(Harlan) The Rosmann family of Harlan will host a Practical Farmers of Iowa field day Saturday, August 22, offering the public an opportunity to learn about sustainable farming practices and the famil...
Aug 11, 2026
Atlantic Rotary Club Welcomes New Atlantic School District Staff
(Atlantic) The Atlantic Rotary Club recognized new teachers and administrators in the Atlantic Community School District during its meeting Tuesday afternoon. Rotary Club President BJ Hart .... The Ro...
Aug 11, 2026
Montgomery County Engineer Warns Annual DOT Report May Miss Deadline
(Red Oak) Montgomery County Engineer Karen Albert, appearing before the board of supervisors this morning, said the annual County Engineer's report to the Iowa Department of Transportation for the 202...
Aug 11, 2026
