Category Archives: Local News
News from Western Iowa.

Union County Man Suffers Serious Injuries in Vehicle Versus Grain Cart Accident
(Red Oak) A Union County man suffered serious injuries when his car crashed into the rear of a tractor and grain cart in Montgomery County. According to the report, the accident happened around 10:42 ...
Tom Robinson Oct 13, 2026

Red Oak Police Arrest Two People on Multiple Charges
(Red Oak) The Red Oak Police Department arrested two people on Monday for simple assault, trespassing, interference with official acts, and disorderly conduct. Police arrested 33-year-old Jennifer Lyn...
Tom Robinson Oct 13, 2026

Rain totals
Adair-.23 Atlantic-.12 Darrin Petty West of Atlantic-.10 Creston-.08 Lyman-.02 Marne-.07 Massena-.04 Stanton-.05 (Check back for more rain totals as they come in)
Tom Robinson Oct 13, 2026

State News: Domestic Violence Deaths, College Rankings, School Settlement and Brewery Awards
Report: Domestic Violence Responsible For At Least 28 Deaths In Iowa Last Year (Des Moines, IA) -- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and a new report shows domestic violence continues to b...
Tom Robinson Oct 13, 2026

Construction on Redwood Avenue in Adams County is Complete
(Adams Co.) The Adams County Engineer's Office says construction on Redwood Avenue is now complete and the road is open to the public. The bridge on Redwood Avenue, just north of Highway 34, had close...
Mandy Billings Oct 12, 2026

Gov. Reynolds orders flags at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Council Bluffs firefighter and paramedic Charles Jones
(Des Moines) Governor Kim Reynolds has ordered flags flown at half-staff from sunrise on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, until sunset on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in honor and remembrance of Charles "C...
Mandy Billings Oct 12, 2026

Cass County Auditor Announces Absentee Voting Dates and Massena Polling Location Change
(Atlantic) October 14 and October 19 are two key dates for the 2026 General Election. Cass County Auditor Kathy Somers says voters can begin casting absentee ballots in person at their respective coun...
Tom Robinson Oct 12, 2026

Stuart Man Arrested for Third-Degree Burglary
(Adair Co.) A Stuart man was arrested for third-degree burglary after allegedly breaking into a home and threatening the occupants. According to the Stuart Police Department, 47-year-old Scott William...
Mandy Billings Oct 12, 2026

Concern Over Nitrogen Supplies for Fall Applications
(NAFB News service) Will there be enough fertilizer for fall nitrogen applications in rural America? The war in Iraq and pressure on the Strait of Hormuz are still limiting shipments. Josh Linville, t...
Tom Robinson Oct 12, 2026

Avoca to Celebrate Veterans Community Center Renovation and Gather Public Input on Community's Future
(Avoca) The City of Avoca and American Legion Post #227 will host "The Heart of Avoca: Celebrating Progress & Shaping Our Future" on Wednesday, October 14. The event will include the grand opening...
Tom Robinson Oct 12, 2026








