Today’s Local News

Marion County Sheriff’s Report 7/1/25

July 1, 2025During the last twenty-four hours, the Marion County Sheriff’s Department has responded to thirty-two service requests, three return phone calls, three motorist ...

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Additional Housing Developments to be Discussed Tuesday by Pella City Council

This week’s Pella City Council meeting will feature a policy and planning work session that will highlight two housing developments. A new multi-housing project ...

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Pella of 4th of July Festivities Returning This Friday

Later this week, the City of Pella will celebrate the Fourth of July with events. Event Coordinator Paul Kingma said the celebrations would follow ...

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Knoxville Independence Day Activities

On Friday, Knoxville will celebrate Independence Day. For the first time, the Knoxville Cancer Relay will host the annual Freedom 5K at 8:00 am ...

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Summer Heat Safety Information

Residents of the south central Iowa region are cautioned to use caution when exposed to temperatures in the 90s and higher, as the extreme ...

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New Indianola City Manager Focusing on Building Community Relationships

After starting in late May, Jake Meshke, the new Indianola municipal Manager, has been in his position for more than a month. During the ...

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Knoxville Fire Department Wants Community Members Aware of Firework Safety Ahead of Independence Day

The Knoxville Fire Department is warning the public to be safe on Independence Day, particularly for those who are permitted to light fireworks. The ...

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Ribbon-Cutting Today For New Clubhouse At Newton’s Westwood Golf Course

Today at noon, the new Westwood Golf Course Clubhouse will be officially opened by the Greater Newton Area Chamber of Commerce. On February 26th ...

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Knoxville Hospital and Clinics Conducting Community Needs Assessment

The public is being asked to respond to a community health needs assessment being conducted by Knoxville Hospital and Clinics. In order to better ...

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Garbage And Recycling Collection Fees And Times To Change In Newton

Tomorrow marks the start of a modest change to the weekly household recycling collection time in Newton, as well as higher garbage and recycling ...

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