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Local
1 month ago
O’ Brien County Supervisors Press Pause in New Construction

O’Brien County leaders plan to use this pause to research and create an official safety and environmental rules before any new construction begins.

Local
1 month ago
Cherokee Woman Dies in Eastern Iowa Accident

Iowa State Patrol report the two-vehicle crash happened on Seargent Road in Waterloo on Monday, May 18th.

Wooden welcome sign for Mill Creek State Park with trees in the background. Maintained by O'Brien County Conservation Board.
Local
1 month ago
Paullina Lake Revived: O’Brien County’s Best Kept Staycation Secret

O’Brien County Conservation Director Mark Wilson notes that the park—including its historic dam—has recently undergone a massive facelift.

Flood Recovery
1 month ago
City of Cherokee Finally Funded for Lift Station Replacement

City Manager Teresa Pudenz says now $3.8 Million in FEMA money has arrived to begin a vital project, the Beech Street Lift Station.

Semi-truck on a highway engulfed in flames with thick black smoke as firefighters spray water from hoses.
Local
1 month ago
Sheldon Fire Attack Semi-Trailer Fire Monday

The truck driver was able to unhook the semi-truck quickly and was not damaged.

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Local
1 month ago
National EMS Week Spotlights First Responders’ Dedication

Spencer Hospital and the Ambulance Services also have a special t-shirt they will be wearing during National EMS Week.

Promotional banner for Walleye Weekend 2026 on a calm lake, with sponsor logos along the bottom.
Local
1 month ago
Iowa Man Catches Tagged Walleye in Extended Contest

For Ken Williams of Cedar Rapids, that $15 extra at registration was a great investment.

IOWA Economic Development logo with a sun over a winding road inside the 'O' of IOWA.
Business
1 month ago
Iowa Gives 5 Manufacturing Companies Tax Breaks to Help Them Grow

Milford, IA (Northwestiowanow.com) — The Iowa Department of Economic Development on Friday approved $1.35 […]

Local
2 months ago
Dickinson County Supervisors Hear Citizen Views on Data Centers

The board proceeded with a formal vote on the resolution to approve a six-month moratorium on zoning permits for data centers,

Aerial view of a river and canal with construction equipment on a barge in the water, trees lining the banks, and houses nearby.
Local
2 months ago
Gull Point State Park Sees Canals Dredged for First Time in Over 100 Years

Tim Ireland leads the effort for the Lakewood Park Association, and they are seeking donations for this Waterway Restoration project.

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