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CLARKSVILLE — The Clarksville City Council approved two resolutions aimed at improving transparency and clarifying public access to city information during its regular meeting Monday, …

DIKE-NEW HARTFORD — Peoples Savings Bank is helping Dike-New Hartford students, families and fans stay connected to school activities with a $4,000 donation toward the district’s use o…

APLINGTON — The Aplington Public Library celebrated a record-breaking summer as participation in its summer reading program far exceeded previous years, according to an update shared d…

BUTLER COUNTY — The Butler County Sheriff’s Office responded to a wide range of calls during the past week, including arrests, traffic crashes, controlled burns, welfare checks, suspic…

PARKERSBURG — A new option for pet owners will soon be available in Parkersburg as Franz's Finest, L.L.C. prepares to open its doors later this month.Owner Jen Trelka, who moved from W…

ALLISON — The Butler County Board of Supervisors approved a bid for the Rolling Prairie Trail expansion, renewed an agreement with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources and began lo…

ALLISON — The Rehabilitation Center of Allison has earned a 5-star Quality Measures rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a distinction that places the facili…

PARKERSBURG — After a successful first year serving elementary students in Parkersburg, LifeWise Academy is expanding into Aplington this fall as interest in the Bible-based education …

WAVERLY — The Waverly-Shell Rock Board of Education approved the district's certified faculty handbook for the upcoming school year after deciding not to add proposed language addressi…

ALLISON — The Butler County Conservation Board's summer camps continue to introduce young people of all ages to the outdoors through hands-on experiences and interactive learning strat…

PARKERSBURG - Parkersburg Lions Club members gathered for their annual summer potluck, combining fellowship with a service project designed to brighten the days of Parker Place residen…

ALLISON — Allison Little Lambs Child Care is once again inviting the community to help local students start the school year prepared through its annual Back-to-School Supply Drive.The …

PARKERSBURG — Although Charles "Chuck" Krusey was not there to accept the honor himself, his impact on the Parkersburg community was felt throughout the room as his family accepted the…

ALLISON — Early mornings and daily practice paid off for Allison 4-H member Oakley Ruby, who claimed the championship in the breeding heifer show at the Central Iowa Showdown.Ruby, a s…

SHELL ROCK — Residents can expect several visible improvements around Shell Rock after action taken during the Aug. 4 City Council meeting, including completed repairs to the community…

BUTLER COUNTY — A love of history, an interest in interviewing, and a growing list of adventures are helping one Butler County boy show that abilities can far outweigh disabilities.Thi…