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Sen. Ernst Names Olson Iron Works Of Greene County Her Small Business Of The Week

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) has named Greene County’s Olson Iron Works her Small Business of the Week, recognizing its growth and support for veterans and first responders. Owner Shane Olson established the business in 2012 after his wife, Alisa, encouraged him to turn his welding and fabrication skills into a commercial venture. He bought and remodeled an old barn to launch the part-time operation. The business has since become his full-time profession and grown into a 14,000-square-foot shop. Olson learned welding from his father and shop teacher before enlisting in the Marine Corps at 17. After returning to Iowa, he joined the Iowa Air National Guard as a firefighter. The business regularly makes and donates metal flags honoring deceased veterans and fallen first responders. Ernst says, “For the past 14 years, Olson Iron Works has forged its way to success by serving its fellow Iowans and the greater community. Olson Iron Works has welded such strong relationships with its customers that 80 percent of them are repeat buyers.” Ernst, who chairs the Senate Small Business Committee, recognizes a small business from each of Iowa’s 99 counties each week.

Greene County, IA · 21h

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Greene County district court, week ending Nov. 6

In Greene County district court Gentry Lee Lowe, 36, of Jefferson was granted a deferred judgment after she changed her plea to guilty to a charge of possession of mairjuana. She must pay a $430 civil penalty and she was placed on probation to Boone/Greene County Probation for one year. She must undergo a substance abuse evaluation and complete any recommended treatment at her own expense. She must pay an amount not to exceed $500 restitution for her court appointed attorney’s fees. Court costs were $100. She was also granted a deferred judgment on a charge in magistrate court of possession of drug paraphernalia. She must pay a $105 civil penalty in that case. (Sentencing: Honorable Joseph B. McCarville)

Greene County, IA · 1d

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This Iowa Pub Serves A Breaded Pork Tenderloin So Big You’ll Wish You’d Planned Ahead For The Homemade Pie

The owners of this pub raise hogs for a living, and their breaded tenderloin once won the title of best in Iowa. That is a farm-to-table story with serious bragging rights. I love when a place backs up its name like that. The tenderloin gets hand-pounded in the kitchen. Then...

Ogden, IA · 1d

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Following a $45,000 Fundraiser Last Year, Jefferson Rotary Hoping for Same or More This Year at Charity Auction

The 28th Annual Jefferson Rotary Charity Auction is next week and tickets are available. Auction Chair Sam Harding says the event takes place next Friday at the Greene Room Events Center at Wild Rose Casino and Resort in Jefferson. He points out that when the doors open at 5:30pm, there will be a number of games people can play and the silent auction items will also be on display.

Jefferson, IA · 1d

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Ram eighth grader Mya Weber makes history

The 2026-27 school year is the first one allowing eighth graders in Iowa to compete in all high school athletics, not just baseball and softball, which has been the case for decades until now. Greene County eighth grade student Mya Weber made history when she became a State swimming qualifier for Carroll High by qualifying at the Johnston State Qualifying Meet on Saturday. Weber swims for the Tigers through an athletic sharing agreement and she be swimming later this week in the 200 yard freestyle relay and the 400 yard freestyle relay.

Greene County, IA · 2d

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Jury selected, trial set for next week in case against former Carroll Co. deputy

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - The jury has been selected in the case against former Carroll County deputy Matthew Herpstreith, who is accused of hitting and killing Jackson Kradle in 2024. According to the Carroll County Circuit Clerk, the jury was selected on Monday. The clerk said the trial is set...

Carroll County, IA · 1d

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Update on Replacement Project in Drainage District 20 Presented at Greene County Supervisors Meeting

The Greene County Board of Supervisors met Monday in regular session. County Attorney Thomas Laehn said there are 62 pending criminal cases in his office, which is well below the average number of cases during the first couple of years of his tenure, when it was an average of 80.

Greene County, IA · 1d

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LAKE PANORAMA RIZ CRITICAL TO LONG-TERM PROSPERITY

Take a boat ride around Lake Panorama, and it’s easy to forget the lake is simply a wider version of the Middle Raccoon River. Construction of the lake’s dam began in spring 1969. On June 8, 1970, the dam gate closed and Lake Panorama was born. While the...

Guthrie County, IA · 19h

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Woman accused of dumping preemie in trash can at church day care center pleads not guilty

PERRY, Iowa (TCN) -- A 20-year-old woman accused of dumping her premature newborn in a trash can at her workplace has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and abuse of a corpse. On Sept. 15, Stephanie Ubaldo — an employee at a day care center inside a church — allegedly...

Perry, IA · 22h

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Car Fire Temporarily Blocked Travel On Hwy 30 Near Carroll Tuesday Morning

No injuries were reported after a vehicle ignited on the highway west of Carroll this (Tuesday) morning. According to Carroll Fire Chief Dan Hannasch, crews were dispatched to the scene near the intersection of U.S. Highway 30 and Jade Avenue at approximately 7:26 a.m. Upon arrival, firefighters found a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox that had caught fire and quickly worked to extinguish the blaze. Fortunately, the driver was able to exit the vehicle without serious injury and was treated at the scene for minor smoke inhalation by Carroll County Emergency Medical Services. The vehicle sustained extensive damage in the incident and was deemed a total loss. Traffic on the highway was blocked briefly, and normal travel resumed around 8 a.m. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office also assisted at the scene.

Carroll, IA · 22h

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Hit and run on White Pole Road

Guthrie County Deputy Sheriff Shane Martinson reported a hit and run accident occurring on Nov. 5 at 8 p.m. on White Pole Road. Hauwa Navule, 44, of West Des Moines, was driving a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe westbound on White Pole Road just west of the Highway 25 intersection and swerved to miss a black truck that crossed over into her lane and made contact. Navule reported that neither she or the other vehicle stopped, and she continued to her destination of Guthrie Center. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office did not receive any other reports from the other vehicle/driver of an accident. Estimated damage to the Hyundai is $1,500.

West Des Moines, IA · 1d

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Coach Duncan talks about football seniors

The semi-final round of the Iowa High School Athletic Association football playoffs are later this week inside the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls. Greene County went 3-6 this season and did not qualify for the Class 3A playoffs. Ram head coach Caden Duncan was asked what the expectation is for players...

Cedar Falls, IA · 1d

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Veterans Day Closures Throughout Dallas County

With Veterans Day returning tomorrow, there will be several closures in the communities of Perry and Adel, as well as Dallas County. Perry City Hall, the Water Works Office, the Perry Public Library and the McCreary Community Building will all be closed in observance of Veterans Day. However, members of the McCreary Community Building will still be able to access the 24-Hour Fitness Room. There will be no yard waste pickup tomorrow.

Dallas County, IA · 1d

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Perry School Board Approves Revisions to Commencement Policy

The Perry School Board met in regular session on Monday. In his superintendent report, Tom Ryherd reminded the board that next month’s meeting will start at 5 p.m. He also gave a quick update on the elementary construction project as the PACES area is now substantially completed. Ryherd detailed that work on the music room and the mechanical side will begin on December 7 and run for around three months.

Perry, IA · 1d

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CCSD Announces Switch To Winter Hours At Carroll Athletic Field

The Carroll Community School District (CCSD) has announced that public use of the Carroll Athletic Field is switching to its winter hours. Through spring, the stadium will be open to the public from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the field’s restroom facilities will be closed. Additionally, school officials note the stadium will be closed when snow and ice are present due to safety concerns. District administrators remind residents to use caution while at the stadium, as the facility is not staffed at all times. Questions about public use of the Carroll Athletic Field can be directed to the CCSD Central Office at 712-792-8001.

Carroll, IA · 1d

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Twihards, get ready for a Twilight festival and vampire prom in Boone

For most, a screen-worn costume from a major Hollywood film belongs behind glass in a big-city museum. For Jamie Kelley and his wife, Ronda Kelley, it belongs in Boone. On Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14, the couple will open their collection of costumes, props and memorabilia from the "Twilight" film franchise to fans during Eternally Ever After , a two-day convention and museum experience at the Boone County Fairgrounds Community Building. Tickets are available at edwardcullen.net. A 'Twilight' collection built by fans The couple's collection began nearly a decade ago when costumes and props from the films were auctioned to fans. The Kelleys, who are longtime "Twilight" enthusiasts, purchased several pieces and continued adding to the collection as opportunities arose. More: Why Ames High legend Harrison Barnes bought a small-town Iowa bank Eventually, they realized they had accumulated something special. "We have over 30 pieces now. We should do something with this," Jamie Kelley recalled thinking. "As a fan, I would like the opportunity to see things like this." That idea eventually became Forever: The Twilight Mobile Museum, a traveling exhibit featuring screen-worn costumes from all five films, promotional items and fan memorabilia. "It's not often that a small town

Boone County, IA · 23h