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Environmental groups recently asked the federal government to intervene in northeast Iowa, where ag pollution is believed to have contaminated scads of private wells with unhealthy concentrations of nitrate. Their petition mirrors one that sought the same help last year for southeast Minnesota, which has the same porous topography that...

An Operation Quick Find has been issued for Alison Kay Harris. Harris is 16 years old and last seen on April 25. She is a white female 5'1" and weighs approximately 115 pounds. She has blonde hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing a green t-shirt and black sweatpants.

BUCHANAN COUNTY, Iowa (KCRG) - The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two separate crashes that both resulted in injuries on Tuesday. The first crash happened at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday in the 1000-block of 120th Street near Fairbank. The sheriff’s office says a 66-year-old woman from Waterloo was driving a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan when she lost control of the vehicle. The van went into a ditch before coming to a rest in a field. The driver was taken to Allen Hospital in Waterloo for minor injuries.

NW SW 28-85-11 AUDITOR'S PLAT #16 Lot: 13. MCMAINS JEFFERY JOE to MCMAINS SCOTT, MCMAINS DARCY. VOGELER DAVID M, VOGELER MARYLOU K to VOGELER DAVID M TRUSTEE, VOGELER MARYLOU K TRUSTEE, DAVID M VOGELER REVOCABLE TRUST, MARYLOU K VOGELER REVOCABLE TRUST. PAR C SE NE 27-85-12 PAR C NE SE...

The annual Bike Rodeo brought teeny tiny tots and children a few years older. The event was coordinated by the Vinton Parks and Rec Department and the Vinton Kiwanis Club. Both were on hand to direct traffic. Children had an opportunity to start out with a safety check with the...

From April 14th through April 16th, the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter went to the 96th Annual State FFA Leadership Conference. V-S FFA had over 50 members who went to the conference to participate in numerous contests! All of the members worked extremely hard to prepare for the State Convention, by putting in many hours into applications and practices. On Sunday, the day started by loading up the vans and bus before heading for Ames. As soon as members got to the hotel, they got back on the bus and headed to the Hilton Coliseum to package meals for "Meal from the Heartland". All of the meals packaged will be sent out all over the country to help feed hungry people. Afterward, the chapter headed back to the hotel and practiced for upcoming contests. On Monday, members all got up bright and early to get fueled for the day. Three members participated in Courtesy Corps, Alana Fleming and Andrew Pingenot received their proficiency awards on stage, Annabelle Newton gave her retiring address as a State Officer talking about "Embracing Every Era", Jerry Lee accepted the chapter's Ambassador Award, and then three of the chapter's LDEs were recognized on stage, where they all received 1st Place!! Throughout the day, members had the opportunity to visit the career and college show, enjoy sessions, and watch various competitive events. Following the day, all of our members enjoyed a pizza party sponsored by the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Alumni & Supporters Chapter before they got to work preparing for the next day's events and contests! On the second day, members got another early start to their contests. Andrew Pingenot was recognized for serving on the POA Committee, Juliana Luis carried the chapter's flag during the Grand Ceremony, and Ciara Dods received 1st place winning the Greenhand Quiz Competition! Annabelle Newton recognized her parents on stage for their loving support and endless effort towards her year of service as a state officer and we heard band members Rachel Rollinger, Sam Lundvall, Brody Waters, and Kara Rollinger. Then members Megan Schlitter, Grayce McClintock, Jerry Lee, and Austin Noe all received their Iowa Degrees and for the final time, Annabelle Newton hung up her jacket as the NE State Vice-President. All in all, members had a great convention filled with so many memories and inspiration to continue on their mission to Go Beyond in FFA! Thank you to the awesome chaperones that spent many hours keeping everyone going, the Alumni and Supporters Chapter for their sponsorship, and the advisors for keeping us on time, in-line, well-fed, and positive! Here is an all-inclusive list of the results from State Convention:

Lions Pickleball Fun Day for VS Middle School students this Saturday, May 4th at Noon at BL Anderson Park (soon to be Lions Park). Nike Swag drawings throughout the event. Celebrity Exhibition event at 2 PM. Free Pickleball Paddle and Ball and game play!. Thank you to our sponsors and...

Fayette County — In eastern Iowa, a man is behind bars -- and is now facing several charges -- after barricading himself in his home last week. Oelwein resident, Joshua Michael, 24, was arrested on Friday evening, April 19th, and was charged with four counts of Assault while Displaying a deadly weapon.

The Vinton City Council heard from two candidates in their search to fill the 4th Ward City Council seat. The appointee would serve through 2025 until the next municipal election. First up was Jr Shemmel. Shemmel along with his wife and son has lived in Vinton since 1998. His wife...

The Independence Track and Field team tell us about all the work they put in when they won The Columbus City League Title, as well as placing 3rd place in a race at the State Track Meet in 2023. They tell us the work they need to do this year so that they can win again. Coach Douglas also shares some of his story as a former Division I football player.

Nate Whited from The Brick Kitchen in Independence talking to Doug Wagner about coffee, tea, housewares and more!. East Side of Downtown Independence across from City Hall in Kings Hall. Open Tuesday through Friday from 10am-5:30pm. Saturday 9am-4pm.