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Several people were hospitalized after an accident at a work zone led to a collision and rollover.
Two vehicles were driving northbound on Interstate 35 approaching a work zone.
As the first vehicle began to merge the rear vehicle collided with the first vehicle’s rear driver-side bumper.
The...
Youth from across the state gathered at Iowa State University June 23–25 for the 2026 Iowa State 4-H Youth Conference, where they explored career pathways, developed leadership skills, and engaged in hands-on learning experiences designed to prepare them for the future.
Centered on the theme “Ride...
Merlin Bartz of Grafton has been named by USDA Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins to chair the Farm Services Agency (FSA) State Committee for the Trump Administration. The five member committee is responsible for oversight of farm programs and county committee operations, resolving program...
In 1876, the United States celebrated a centennial. Alexander Graham Bell made the first-ever phone call. And General George Custer led a Cavalry unit toward Little Big Horn. Meanwhile, in the little North Iowa village of Mona, papers were signed marking the start of a new Lutheran congregation,...
As Iowa faces growing demand for long-term care services and a need for more caregivers, the Iowa Health Care Association (IHCA) Foundation this week awarded more than $40,000 in scholarships to 32 Iowans preparing for and advancing their careers in long-term care. Recipients include current long-...
At their first regular meeting in July, the Northwood city council discussed young people on scooters, the July 4 pool closing and un-mowed lawns.
As the council spoke with representatives of the Worth County Sheriff’s Office, council member Steve Peterson asked if there are any speed restrictions...
The WCDA will once again be handing out gift cards to students in Worth County that are in grades K-12, starting on Monday, August 3.
The gift card program will begin on August 3 and continue through Friday, August 28, available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the WCDA office in...
At their regular meeting on July 9, the Northwood-Kensett school board discussed how recently passed legislation would be implemented at a local level, in regards to eighth grade athletic eligibility.
A change in state law will allow eighth grade students to play at a high school level, depending...
Each year, during the annual Fourth of July celebration, citizens are recognized for their service to the community, as Citizens of the Year, chosen by the Northwood Chamber and TUNE (Total United Northwood Effort).
The citizens are announced and recognized just before the Little, Junior and Mr./...
Just before new speed limits were set to be in place, Worth County engineer Rich Brumm explained why there may be a delay in road signs and increased speeds in Worth County.
State laws had been updated so that roads controlled by the State and counties would have speed limits increase from 55 mph...