Government Realignment Bill Passes Iowa House; Floor Manager, District 6 Sen. Jason Schultz, Says Change Will Promote Efficiency
A bill that will significantly shrink the size of Iowa’s state government passed the Iowa House and Senate last week, and District 6 Senator Jason Schultz, who floor managed the legislation, says the coming changes are long
NW Iowa Authorities Seek Public’s Help In Identifying Suspects In Check Scheme
Authorities in Storm Lake are investigating a reported check fraud scheme involving nearly a dozen suspects that resulted in almost $10,000 being lost. According to the Storm Lake Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Delicias Bakery
OCIO Schedules Over 50 Meetings For March, April, And May On Digital Services Challenges And Solutions
The Iowa Department of Management and Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) have announced a series of public town hall meetings this spring to collect Iowans’ feedback about state digital services. More than 50 meetings are
Nominations Open For 2023 Iowa Conservation Farmer Of The Year; Forms Due By May 12
Nominations are now open for the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s 2023 Iowa Conservation Farmer of the Year. The award is presented annually to an Iowa farmer who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to environmental
Glidden-Ralston PTO Invites Area Families To Mental Health Awareness Night March 21
The recently formed Glidden-Ralston Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) invites parents and guardians from throughout the region to join them next week for an educational seminar on mental health concerns in school-age children. PTO Co-President Sarah Foley says student
United Way Of Carroll Celebrates One-Year Anniversary Of Partnership With Thrift World
The United Way of Carroll is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its partnership with a local business that helped increase its annual allocations to local causes and projects. Last spring, Thrift World opened its doors at its
City Of Carroll Honors Veterans With National Vietnam War Veterans Day Proclamation
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is coming up near the end of the month on March 29, and local officials are marking 50 years since U.S. combat troops departed the country. In recognition of Vietnam-era veterans and
Carroll County Supervisors Convene Early Monday For Courthouse Remodel Project Update
The Carroll County Board of Supervisors will convene an hour earlier than usual for their weekly meeting as they meet with architects for an update on the ongoing $4 million courthouse remodel and HVAC improvement project. Representatives
Carroll Chamber Releases 2023 Carroll County Visitor Guides
The Carroll Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2023 Carroll County visitor guides have been released. These guides are updated annually and provide county-wide information concerning upcoming events, tourist attractions, dining options, hotel accommodations, and
Law Enforcement Ups Presence On Iowa Roadways For St. Patrick’s Day
Tomorrow (Friday) is St. Patrick’s Day, and millions of Americans plan to don their green clothes and participate in the Irish-centric holiday. Law enforcement agencies throughout the state will be out in increased numbers through the weekend