GLADBROOK – After five decades of answering the call, Kenneth “Kenny” Wiebensohn closed out a record-setting career with Gladbrook Fire and Rescue – hanging up his helmet for good on Dec. 31, 2025, before celebrating with his family, friends, and first responder colleagues on Sunday, ...
REINBECK – With the help of Peoples Savings Bank, the Reinbeck Public Library (RPL) has secured the funding necessary to complete ‘Chapter 1: First Impressions’ of its ambitious remodeling project. “[From] what I know of Peoples Savings Bank in Dike and Wellsburg, they are known ...
GLADBROOK – An elderly, rural Gladbrook couple was robbed while asleep last November, leading to the arrest of three area teenagers. In connection with the case, Kaeden James Feeney, 18, of Aplington was arrested by the Tama County Sheriff’s Department in Gladbrook on Saturday, Jan. 3, ...
DES MOINES — In a report issued Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, the Iowa Attorney General’s Office concluded that the Nov. 16, 2025, fatal shooting of Benjamin Harold Sink by Grundy County Sheriff Deputies and an Iowa State Trooper was legally justified. The Attorney General’s conclusion was ...
TRAER – A rare weather phenomenon known as ‘snow rollers’ formed in and around northern Tama County during the night of Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026 – leading to some fascinating photos. “It was weird but neat,” Mindy Finzen of rural Traer told the newspaper after photographing the ...
GARWIN — GMG, a small school district that offers exemplary teachers, rigorous curriculum, effective communication with families, before and after school daycare and extended learning for preschoolers, is now accepting preregistrations for the upcoming school year. Hear what families are ...
GLADBROOK – The Gladbrook Women's Club held its monthly membership meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, at the Methodist Church. Cheryl Bruene, ISU Extension, presented measurements in cooking and baking. She provided examples of both dry and liquid measures versus actual weight. Her ...
GRUNDY COUNTY – Are you a resident of Grundy County and a 2026 senior interested in an agriculture career! The Grundy Center Community School District Foundation is offering substantial scholarships to graduating seniors who reside in Grundy County and are seeking a degree or training in an ...
MARSHALLTOWN – Tama and Marshall County Extensions are co-hosting a Horticulture Judging Workshop on Feb. 27, 2026, from 1–3:30 p.m. at the Marshall County Extension Office, 2608 S. 2nd St., Marshalltown. A snow date is scheduled for March 6. This free workshop is open to 4-H leaders, ...
TRAER – Tama County Clover Kid and 4-H members got an exciting, hands-on look into the world of animal health during an educational visit to the North Tama Vet Clinic in Traer on Saturday, Jan. 17. The special event gave youth a chance to engage directly with veterinary professionals, explore ...