CCSD Board Of Education Heard Presentation On District’s ESSA Plan And Next Steps Staff Is Taking On Targeted Status

The Carroll Community School District (CCSD) Board of Education heard a presentation on the district’s Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan. CCSD administration was required to submit a written document to the Department of Education in regards

Calhoun County Board Of Supervisors Accepting Applications To Appoint Individual To County Auditor Position

The Calhoun County Board of Supervisors are seeking applications for an appointment to serve in the vacancy for the county auditor position until the next general election. The vacancy was created after current Auditor Robin Batz plans

Harley Herron of Coon Rapids

Harley James Herron, age 66, of Coon Rapids, IA, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025 at his residence surrounded by family. Harley was born on January 22, 1959 in Carroll, IA. He was the son of

Carroll County Total Property Valuation Grows To $1.949 Billion For FY27 Tax Calculations

The total valuation of all properties in Carroll County used for calculating tax rates for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 has grown to over $1.949 billion. Carroll County Auditor Kourtney Payer presented the data to the supervisors at

MRHC: How To Cope With The Winter Blues

According to Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC), the winter months and holiday season can bring emotional challenges for many people. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression linked to reduced sunlight and often includes low

HHS Offers Tips To Avoid Illnesses During Holiday Gatherings

As Iowans gather with friends and family during the holiday season, officials from the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) are reminding the public to take simple steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases

Donald “Chop” Gibson of Scranton

Donald “Chop” Robert Gibson, age 85, of Scranton, IA, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025 at St. Anthony Regional Hospital in Carroll surrounded by his family. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday,