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At their regular meeting on May 14, the Northwood-Kensett school board received an update and response to parent concerns, as well as a look at how students feel about their educational environment.
At the school board’s previous meeting in April, two parents had addressed the board with their...
Northwood-Kensett High School held its annual Fine Arts Awards and Spring Concert on Tuesday, May 12.
The high school band and choir performed, and students were recognized for their accomplishments in Art, Speech, Choir and Band.
Emily Abbas presented awards for Art.
Abbas shared NK’s Artsonia...
As part of Iowa’s America250 celebration, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig is inviting school-aged Iowa students to participate in the 2026 Choose Iowa Calendar Contest. Choose Iowa is the state’s signature brand for Iowa grown, made, and raised food, beverages and agricultural products. The...
The third graders wanted to show their Viking Pride and the traits they have learned working with Character Strong this year.
We have been working hard on state tests like the ISASPs, and testing for report cards for the end of the year, so this fun project was a great addition.
Character Strong...
This weekend, high school marching musicians will take part in the 87th North Iowa Band Festival in Mason City, with a theme of “Bands, Birthdays and Brass!”
Each school taking part in the parade sends students to represent them as band royalty.
Sophie Rye and Zach Heiken will represent...
On Tuesday, June 2, Iowa voters will choose who will represent the Democratic and Republican parties in the November general election. Absentee voting in person at auditor’s offices is underway.
Offices in primary elections include national, state and county elected offices.
County offices that...
This Monday, people throughout the nation will honor those who gave their lives serving their country. Several area communities will hold their own Memorial Day services this Monday.
Government offices and most businesses will close on Monday to allow family and friends to gather to honor the...
Northwood-Kensett’s class of 2026 graduated this past Sunday. During the commencement ceremony, scholarships and scholarly recognitions were announced.
This year’s graduating class received $553,799.60 for their first year of college and $795,299.60 in support of their full college careers from...
The Hoofprints 4-H Club has been gearing up full speed for the county fair season. So far this spring, members have participated in two clinics and one open ride, with many more opportunities ahead to prepare both horse and rider for fair.
All clinics and open rides are held at the Worth County...
Winnebago Lutheran Church at 40029 210th Avenue in Lake Mills will host Vacation Bible School from Monday through Thursday, June 1-4 from 9 - 11 a.m.
There will be fun snacks, great crafts, incredible music and surprising adventures.
This year’s theme is "Snowball Mountain Challenge, Find Your...