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 ...
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 ...
GLADBROOK – More than 700 Alliant Energy customers in the Gladbrook area experienced a temporary power outage last week Friday, Jan. 9, following a semi-truck accident. According to Chief Deputy Joe Quandt with the Tama County Sheriff’s Office, a call came in at 3:10 p.m. Friday for a ...
TOLEDO – With the start of the new year comes a new change. During the Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, meeting of the Tama County Board of Supervisors, the county’s two new Secondary Roads foremen were introduced – Taylor House and Terry Purvis. Going forward, Tama County will be split down the ...
TAMA COUNTY — The Tama County Republican Party is holding caucuses at 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026. All registered Republicans are invited to attend. Registration is available on the night of the caucus. Minors may attend to become Junior Delegates if they are at least in 7th grade, but not ...
On the evening of Feb. 2, Democrats from all over Iowa will gather at 7 p.m. for the 2026 Iowa Democratic Party Caucuses. Democrats caucus every even-numbered year. By turning out you can play a role in deciding who will represent us in some very important 2026 races. In Iowa, Democrats have ...
TOLEDO – Thirty-plus people gathered last Friday (Jan. 9, 2026) afternoon to experience Republican Adam Steen, candidate for Iowa governor, at his campaign stop held in Toledo at Holy Grounds Coffee. The event was hosted by local Iowa House Rep. Dean Fisher (R-Montour) and started off with an ...
TAMA COUNTY – Free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is again available in Tama County, according to Cheryl Bruene of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. The service is only possible thanks to the efforts of dedicated local volunteers, and begins in early February In ...
TRAER – Is your balance not as good as it used to be? Worried about falling? We have a solution for you! Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is a gentle exercise that helps improve strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility. It’s a relaxing form of movement that comes from ...