PC Early Learning Center Getting Closer To Fundraising Deadline To Build New Daycare Facility
The Paton-Churdan Early Learning Center (PC ELC) is getting closer to their fundraising deadline, but need more support to construct its proposed new facility. In 2025, PC ELC launched a fundraising initiative to raise $2 million to
James Mielk of Carroll
James Mielk, 88, of Carroll, died Monday, February 9, 2026, at Thomas Rest Haven in Coon Rapids. Mass of the Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at St. John Paul
Fort Dodge Woman Placed On Probation For Neglecting Care For Infant Child
A Fort Dodge woman was sentenced to probation after entering a plea agreement for neglect of a dependent person, her infant child. According to Calhoun County District Court records, 23-year-old Emma Ann Swanson entered an Alford Plea
Urbandale Man In Custody Following High Speed Pursuit In Guthrie And Audubon County Sunday
An Urbandale man was taken into custody following a multi-county pursuit early Sunday morning. At approximately 12:12 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, a Guthrie County Sheriff deputy attempted to make a routine traffic stop on a westbound
Carroll County Supervisors Approve Region XII Hazard Mitigation Plan Contract
The Carroll County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously this morning (Monday) to approved a contract with Region XII Council of Governments for updates to the county’s hazard mitigation plan. Region XII’s Local Assistance Director Chris Whitaker says
Iowa’s Best Burger Contest Returns For 17th Year
The Iowa Beef Industry Council and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association have announced the return of the Iowa’s Best Burger Contest, inviting Iowans to celebrate locally owned restaurants and the state’s beef industry. Now in its 17th year,
GROWMARK Foundation Accepting Applications For 2026 Scholarship Cycle
Scholarship applications are now open for the 2026 GROWMARK Foundation program, which will award 55 scholarships worth $2,000 each to students pursuing agriculture- and business-related degrees or certificates. The scholarships are available to students attending colleges, universities,
Rep Williams Legislative Update: Week 4
District 11 State Rep. Craig Williams (R-Manning) highlighted recent legislative proposals and community events in his latest newsletter to constituents. Williams noted strong attendance at the Shelby County Cattlemen’s annual banquet and auction Feb. 7 at the
Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots to win Super Bowl LX
Seattle’s punishing defense set the tone from start to finish, powering the Seahawks to a convincing 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday night at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.
Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots to win Super Bowl LX
Seattle’s punishing defense set the tone from start to finish, powering the Seahawks to a convincing 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday night at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.