Cherokee Washington High School held its prom on Saturday, April 12, at the high school. The theme was “New York City.” The following students were chosen by their peers for Prom …
As the City of Cherokee is grappling with how to keep operating its beleaguered wastewater plant, the city council last Tuesday approved a $33,000 contract with SCE of Cherokee to replace a 12” …
The Cherokee Symphony Student Soloist Showcase will take place on Sunday, April 27, in the upper level of the Cherokee Community Center. Admission is $15, with students admitted free of charge. Don't …
Cherokee County is poised to receive significant financial relief after the Iowa Senate unanimously passed Senate File 57 on Wednesday, April 16th. The legislation mandates the state to reimburse …
Senate approved 2% SSA rate, awaiting governor’s signature
The Marcus Library has a unique and beloved member of its staff: Smokey, a charming feline who has been greeting patrons and adding a touch of warmth to the library for just over two years. In that …
VFW L.A. Wescott Post 2253 is happy to host their annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 19, in Cherokee at Spring Lake Park in the area around …
A second train/vehicle accident in a month and a half occurred Tuesday at the railroad crossing at the intersection of Highway 7 and 70th Avenue east of Alta. Marie Eckerman of Newell …
In celebration of National Library Week, we recognize the extraordinary legacy and ongoing contributions of the Cherokee Public Library—an institution that has been serving our community for …
1950 (75 years ago) IC Class Play to Be Tonight Within the past few weeks the juniors have readied their class play "Lady Spitfire"! It will be given this evening at 8 p.m. The characters …
In the predawn moments developed in Aurelia, the excitement and anticipation began to build. General Lee once said that this was his favorite time of day. The anticipation of a new day when the …
DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa’s labor force participation rate held steady at 67.0 percent in March as 1,700 Iowans entered the labor force. The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment …
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds will not seek reelection in 2026, she announced in a video Friday Reynolds has served as governor since 2017, when she was appointed to the position after serving as …
MidAmerican Energy filed a request with the Iowa Utilities Commission on April 2 seeking approval to add a nominal charge to natural gas bills. This charge can only cover the cost of necessary system …
Spencer, Iowa — The 2025 Clay County Fair, powered by SMU, has finalized its Grandstand lineup with one more exciting addition! The Roots & Boots Tour will take the stage on Tuesday, …
DES MOINES— Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird today warns Iowans who have used 23andMe, a genetic testing company that tracks ancestry, to protect their data as the company faces bankruptcy. …
Elizabeth Ankrum has been instated as the newest member of the Cherokee City Council. The city council voted to accept Ankrum, a claims specialist at Great West Casualty in South Sioux …
Search warrant cites tax fraud, cancelled liquor license at JB's; search warrant cites tax fraud, cancelled liquor license at JB's.
The Cherokee County Zoning Commission performed another review of the proposed solar ordinance draft that could make or break the prospect of both utility scale and personal solar projects in the …
An Ida Grove woman was found guilty of a charge in connection with the death of her three-year-old son, which could land her in prison for up to 50 years. Ida County District Court Judge …
ESTHERVILLE - The Cherokee boys golf team traveled to take on Estherville on Tuesday and came home after a close win at 169 to 171. Coy Lewis led the Braves with a 40 to be the medalist of the …
STORM LAKE - The Cherokee boys tennis team traveled to face Storm Lake on Tuesday where the Braves took their first win of the season 9-0. In singles play, Tyler Kohn took a 10-2 win over Storm …
The Cherokee girls tennis team hosted Storm Lake on Tuesday and picked up their first win of the season at 9-0. In singles action, Elise Anderson took a 10-0 win over Storm Lake’s Nailea …
SIOUX RAPIDS - The Alta-Aurelia boys golf team traveled to face Sioux Central on Tuesday and took a 167 to 193 victory. Junior Eli Rieb led the Warriors with a 40 to be the medalist of the meet …
SIOUX RAPIDS - The Alta-Aurelia girls golf team traveled to face Sioux Central on Tuesday where the Rebels took the win at 201 to 214. Avery Westphal was the medalist with a personal record of …
MARCUS - The MMCRU boys golf team hosted Harris-Lake Park on Tuesday and took a 162 to 167 victory. Cayben Olsen was the medalist and led the Royals with a 36 while Kamden Bork followed with a …
MARCUS - The MMCRU girls golf team hosted Harris-Lake Park on Tuesday and won by three strokes at 218 to 221. Aly Olson led the Royals with a 51 to be the runner-up of the meet while Sidney …
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Heaven Gaskins and Wesley Euchner of Holstein are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Penelope Belle Euchner. She was born on Tuesday, April 8 at 12:30 am. Penelope weighed 8 pounds, 13 …
Savanna and Marcus Prell of Holstein are happy to announce the birth of their new son Thomas William Prell. He was born on Tuesday, April 1 at 2:00 pm. Thomas weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces and was 20 …
Anna and Alex Paulsrud of Cleghorn are pleased to announce the birth of their son Boone Buck Paulsrud. He was born on Thursday, March 13 at 10:04 pm. Boone weighed 8 pounds, 9 ounces and was 20 …
AMES, Iowa – Sheep producers are invited to attend Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop on May 9. Sheep producers …
The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) was honored with a Leadership in Community Award from Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig at the 13th Annual Iowa Ag Leaders Dinner. This recognition …
AMES, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering a fruit and vegetable production safety course at Reiman Gardens this spring and summer. The same afternoon course …
Smoke plumes on the horizon is evidence that its peak season for annual prescribed fire across the state. Prescribed fire is the most cost-effective way to manage land enrolled in the Conservation …
Have you ever been enjoying time in the outdoors and been shocked into exclaiming loudly “what was that?!?” as an enormous black and gold fuzzball buzzed past your head? You may …
