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YOU have only two more opportunities to visit the Worth County Historical museum on days we are open, August 25 and Founder’s Day on September 7.
When was the last time YOU visited the many treasures in the museum? YOU or YOUR family probably have precious items on display for others to...
Winn-Worth Betco, in partnership with Avancé USA, LLC and the North Central Iowa Alliance, has announced the launch of a new strategic regional workforce recruitment initiative designed to meet businesses’ near-term workforce needs, address long-term industry needs and improve regional talent...
By JoAnn Lower
Josh (JJ) Wise, 34, of Klemme, Iowa, was awarded the title “Iowa State Champion Auctioneer” on Tuesday, August 13.
Wise, a Manly native, is a long-time member of the Iowa Auctioneers Association and participates in nearly 300 auctions a year.
He currently owns and operates JJ Wise...
By Erin McCorderin@nwdanchor.com
On August 1, a group of around 40 people gathered in the community room of the Worth County Extension office to get an update on farm leasing prices and other topics of interest to the agricultural industry.
The featured speaker was Kevin Leibold, Farm and Ag...
The Northwood city council put an end, or at least put on hold, a longtime housing assistance program that may be unneeded in the current housing market. They also heard a request regarding the removal of a portion of sidewalk in the city.
For 16 years, the City of Northwood has offered an...
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, when health experts encourage families to make sure their young and adults have vaccines that are up to date.
This National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout...
The Apiary competition brought out the buzz among competitors when it was judged prior to the start of the 2019 Iowa State Fair.
All exhibitor entries were products of the exhibitor's apiary unless otherwise specified. Entries will be on display throughout the Fair from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the...
By Erin McCorderin@nwdanchor.com
It is soon going to be easier for patrons to bring a tasty Worth Brewing beverage home with them.
Peter Ausenhus, Worth Brewing Company owner, operator and brew master, recently added a bottling machine to the brewery, and is expecting to get the labels for the...
This year's Founders Day events will once again include a cemetery walk, honoring the memories of a group of those buried at Sunset Rest Cemetery in Northwood.
Those included on this year's cemetery walk include Jack McMullen, Richard Estes and Addison Hinman.
The annual event is presented by the...
The annual celebration of Founders Day in Northwood will feature the 16th annual Aristocrats Car Show, on Saturday, September 7.
The annual show features club cars on display, with trophies on the line, and those attending Founders Day invited to view the classic cars on display.
Registration...