The two major committees—Appropriations and Ways and Means—are heating up but also grinding to a halt. Disagreements on how we bring the session to a close have led to a stalemate in negotiations.

The “Our Iowa Today and Tomorrow” Capital Campaign at The Iowa Theater is well within reach of their $300,000 fundraising goal through the generous pledge by a well-known community leader. Over ...

End your weekend with wine and free live music!

From tax relief to disaster readiness to honoring our first responders, it’s been a productive week. We’re also closing in on a big win for Iowans at the pharmacy counter. A bill aimed at reining in ...

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ARRESTSIowa State PatrolDouglas William Schutz,57, of Patterson wascharged with drug trafficking (methamphetamine),drug tax stamp violations,and controlled substanceviolation at 12:12 p.m. onApril 16, ...

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The Iowa Choral Directors Association held their annual honor choir for 7th and 8th grade singers in Ankeny on March 25. Winterset was represented by 10 of their finest musicians, all from the 8th ...

Spotlight Dance Legacy invites the community to experience the magic, movement, and freedom of dance at its annual recital weekend, held at the I-35 High School Auditorium on Saturday-Sunday, April 26 ...

The 2025 Madison County Visitor’s Guide is now available, offering an updated and comprehensive resource for exploring the rich heritage, scenic landscapes, local businesses and services and vibrant ...

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate issued a warning last week about fraudulent business practices soliciting investments from Iowans. As part of the scam, World Trade Coal (WTC) presents a fraudulent ...