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Galaxy, a local rock ‘n roll band that has entertained in the local area and beyond for decades, was inducted into the Mid America Music Association Hall of Fame at the Avalon Ballroom in …
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By Michael Tidemann
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11/29/22
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Thirty years ago, the Black Hills State University men’s basketball team was making history but didn’t know it at the time.
The 1992-93 Yellow Jackets were just playing a game …
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By Kim Meyer
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11/1/22
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The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees met student leadership at their Tuesday, Oct. 18 board meeting.
Leadership included student senators and grad assistants, with grad assistants …
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By Michael Tidemann
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10/25/22
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Area residents were invited to an information meeting on Public Measure KA to add a county wide tax for EMS on October 11.
Phil Albers, Kossuth County EMS Administrator, welcomed everyone …
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10/25/22
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It is that time of year that North Union High School’s Silver Spoon is getting ready to serve their monthly meals.
Silver Spoon is presented by the Foods Class has been taught by advisor …
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By Kim Meyer
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10/18/22
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The Bancroft City Council had a large agenda to get through during their October 10th meeting. The first order of business was a presentation By Greg Fritz of NIMECA who gave a …
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10/18/22
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Earlier this year, the Kossuth County Community Foundation awarded the Kossuth County Sheriff’s Department money to be used for First Responder Rip-Away kits. The kits have been …
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By Kim Meyer
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10/4/22
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The North Union softball field in Swea City is in need of some updates due to potential safety reasons.
Earlier this year, the board passed a motion to have the potential issues fixed and to …
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By Kim Meyer
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9/20/22
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The Bancroft City Council was notified that Bancroft Mayor William (Bill) Droessler had submitted his resignation as mayor. The resignation was approved at their September 12th meeting.
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By Kim Meyer
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9/20/22
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In recent months, ordinances and zoning permits have raised some concerns regarding issues that have been presented to the City of Bancroft.
In order for some clarity and for citizens to …
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By Kim Meyer
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9/20/22
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All good things come to those who wait.
And now, Glenn Henriksen of Armstrong has received his due reward.
The weekend of Sept. 2-4, Henriksen was inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll …
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By Michael Tidemann
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9/13/22
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Being a small business owner takes alot of hard work and dedication. And Sara and Brian Winkelman, owners of S&B Distillery in Bancroft, know this first hand.
As a small …
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By Kim Meyer
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9/13/22
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How do you celebrate 65 years of being in business? Well you have party of course. And that is what Nyman TV& Furniture plans on doing this Saturday, September 17. Brad Morgan will …
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By Kim Meyer
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9/13/22
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“This is a duty that one must pursue,” retired Vice Admiral Mike Franken told a group that had turned out to hear his views on a myriad issues Sunday morning at the Thoreson Park shelter …
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By Michael Tidemann
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8/23/22
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The Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office is honored to announce that Dave Harner of Swea City is the August 1440 Citizen of the Month recipient! Dave was nominated by several community members and …
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8/23/22
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After 29 years under the same owner, Oleson Chiropractic of Armstrong has found a new owner, Dr. Shane Taffe who currently has a practice in Algona.
Originally from Graceville, Minn., Dr. Taffe …
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By Michael Tidemann
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8/16/22
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This spring, Roger and Carol Hagedorn constructed a new building on their property. But did not obtain the proper $25 building permit resulting in the building being out of code.
The …
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By Kim Meyer
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8/16/22
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The Kossuth County Racing Hall of Fame, established in 2007, seeks to recognize individuals, living or deceased, who distinguished themselves with a record of success or contribution to the …
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8/9/22
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Bancroft and baseball are synonymous. The history of the game is long and well known. And has brought fame to several individuals through collegiate and national baseball leagues.
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By Kim Meyer
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6/28/22
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Looking for a fun time this weekend? Come to Swea City and enjoy three days of activities starting on Friday, June 24 with the Antique Tractor Ride. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. in …
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6/21/22
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