A Butler County Fair love story
ALLISON – Butler County Fair is an annual event where lifetime memories are made. And for one couple, it is also where a lifelong love story began. Now, a newly placed bench at the fai…
Shell Rock Historical Society receives grant for capital improvements
SHELL ROCK - The Shell Rock Community Trust recently granted $13,218 to the Shell Rock Historical Society for capital improvements. The mission of the Society is to preserve history fo…
Habitat for Humanity celebrates new Parkersburg home
PARKERSBURG – Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity is inviting the community to celebrate a new beginning as it dedicates a recently completed home in Parkersburg. The event will highli…
Shell Rock student helps lay wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Solider during Iowa Youth Tour
SHELL ROCK – Shell Rock student Kennedy Backer had a summer of firsts: her first trip to Washington, D.C., her first airplane flight, and an unforgettable opportunity to participate in…
Butler County REC offers tips to help members manage summer energy costs
BUTLER COUNTY - As temperatures begin to climb, many Butler County residents may notice a rise in their electric bills. According to Butler County Rural Electric Cooperative (REC), tha…
Accessibility improvements, updates welcome visitors to Butler County Fairgrounds
BUTLER COUNTY – Butler County residents and visitors noticed several improvements at the fairgrounds this year that were designed to make the property more accessible and enjoyable for…
Allison Little Lambs expands opportunities for three-year-olds following North Butler preschool changes
ALLISON – As families adjust to changes in early childhood education offerings in the North Butler School District, Allison Little Lambs is open and available to help meet the needs of…
Dike-New Hartford High School earns state honor
NEW HARTFORD - Dike-New Hartford High School has been recognized with the Carrie Chapman Catt Award, an honor presented by the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office to schools that achieve …
Elm Springs residents create patriotic display ahead of America’s 250th Anniversary
ALLISON – Residents at Elm Springs Independent & Assisted Living were anxiously looking ahead to the celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. In honor of the major mileston…
Collecting the past, preserving the future
My father, Jack Reid, truly loved his hometown of Greene. Having grown up in Greene and serving as the town's funeral director for more than 40 years, he knew the people and the area b…
Butler County Fair wraps up another memorable day with livestock shows and great music
ALLISON – Livestock shows, children’s activities, a rodeo, and an unforgettable evening of country music filled the last two days of the Butler County Fair. Bringing together exhibitor…
New Hartford city council approves FY26 budget amendment
NEW HARTFORD – The New Hartford City Council met in special session June 24 and approved a fiscal year 2025-26 budget amendment following a public hearing. No tax increase is associate…
Flower Friday blossoms into community tradition at Allison Hardware & Floral
ALLISON – Since 2018, Allison residents and social media followers have looked forward to a weekly floral showcase known simply as Flower Friday.Created by floral manager Julie Forry, …
Precautionary boil advisory issued for Dumont residents during water tower maintenance
DUMONT – Residents throughout the City of Dumont are under a precautionary boil advisory following scheduled water tower inspection and cleaning that temporarily resulted in low water …
Rescued fire victim dies after Aplington house fire
APLINGTON – Emergency crews were called to the area of 12th and Parriott Street in Aplington at approximately 10:30pm yesterday for reports of a structure fire.An individual rescued fr…
New Iowa law opens door for eight graders to compete in high school sports
BUTLER COUNTY – Beginning Aug. 1, Iowa school districts will have the option to allow eighth-grade students to participate in high school athletics beyond the baseball and softball opp…