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The ladies of Trinity UMW spent some time after worship services checking over the items brought in for the school kits for the Thanksgiving Ingathering, which comes up on November 2. They also talked about the upcoming Bazaar and Luncheon that will be a part of the 17th Annual Bolan Fall Event on...
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig commented on the USDA NASS 2017 Census of Ag report released on April 11, 2019.
“Thank you to all the farmers who participated in the 2017 Census of Ag. This data gives us a valuable snapshot of the crop and livestock production happening right here in Iowa...
Every day blood donors help patients of all ages – accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients as well as those battling cancer.
The August 14 blood drive sponsored by the Northwood Lions Club resulted in 22 pints of blood donated to the American Red Cross.
Amongst the...
The Northwood-Kensett Board of Education recently held a hearing to allow members of the public to comment and ask questions about the district’s plan to borrow against sales tax revenue for a project to build a wellness center for student and public use.
The N-K school board plans to borrow $4.2...
Six years ago, Northwood-Kensett High School principal Keith Fritz went to the doctor with a hand tremor, arm pain and general body stiffness. That visit would lead to a life-changing diagnosis-Parkinson's disease.
Doctors initially thought the problem was spinal stenosis and gave Fritz a...
Last week an attempted burglar forced their way into the Worth County Extension Office in an apparent and ultimately unsuccessful attempt to steal cash. The attempted crime leaves the Worth County Sheriff's Office reminding those living in the area to take steps to prevent thefts.
The attempted...
Those that would like to run for city offices and for school board positions in Iowa can begin filing nomination papers this Monday, August 26.
The election for city council and mayoral positions and for positions on school district boards of education will be held on Tuesday, November 5.
Those...
The following consumer tip comes from the Iowa Identity Theft Victim Assistance Coalition. Medicare recipients across the country are reporting receiving telemarketing calls, or personal pitches at health fairs or by door-to-door sellers, offering “free genetic testing.” The solicitor will offer...
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...