UPDATE: Due to the weather, Charles City officials have decided to not sound the tornado sirens this morning. They will be testing them on another day. —- Charles City will test its tornado siren at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 2, depending on weather. Continue reading Tornado siren test cancelled
DNR NEWS RELEASE DES MOINES — Iowans working together in their communities and backyards to improve soil and water quality, many with the help of DNR assistance and funding, are marking Soil and Water Conservation week April 29-May 5 to celebrate their achievements and inspire others to begin work on their own land. Projects that focus on reducing stormwater runoff in three urban areas – Easter Lake in Des Moines, Dry Run Creek in Cedar Falls and in the Iowa Great Lakes region – have used conservation practices to help filter and soak in more than 32.1 million gallons of … Continue reading Iowans working to protect and improve water quality mark Soil and Water Conservation Week
Iowa DNR news release Forecasters are predicting beautiful weather for the weekend when state park campgrounds will celebrate Camping Kickoff, May 4 – 6. State parks will feature more than 40 events across the state, including hikes, kayaking demonstrations, fishing clinics and much more to celebrate the start of the season. A full schedule of programs is available at http://www.iowadnr.gov/campingkickoff. Campers will also receive a free summer issue of Iowa Outdoors magazine. “We are looking forward to this season opener and to welcoming visitors and campers to our parks,” says Todd Coffelt, chief of state parks for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Those wanting to … Continue reading Iowa state parks Camping Kickoff is this weekend
DNR news release Hunter Education Classroom courses are offered by knowledgeable and certified volunteer instructors and Iowa Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officers. Classroom courses are typically 12-15 hours in length and are held over 2 to 3 sessions (days). In order to receive certification, a student must attend all sessions and pass the final exam. Iowa law requires that anyone born after January 1, 1972 must be certified in hunter education before they are eligible to purchase an Iowa hunting license. Upcoming Hunter Education Classes May 1, DeWitt, Wapsi Valley Ikes May 5, Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Fire Department … Continue reading Space available in upcoming hunter education classes
CHARLES CITY — Authorities have released the name of the third man to die as the result of two pickup trucks colliding Friday, April 20, at 210th and Woodside Avenue outside Charles City. Douglas Lee Mack, 60, of Charles City was driving the 2002 GMC Sierra that was struck by the 2011 Dodge Ram that went through a stop sign. The State Patrol did not immediately release his name. The Dodge Ram was driven by Jacob Allen Mahnesmith, 28, of Nashua, who along with a passenger — Shane Allen Wiltse, 28 of Charles City — also died. Another passenger of … Continue reading Authorities release name of third victim in April 20 crash
FLOYD COUNTY — Two accidents on roads in Floyd County on Monday invoked farm implements. No injuries were reported. According to the Sheriff’s Department, a car rear-ended a cultivator being pulled by a tractor on Floyd Line Street and Victory Avenue. The southbound cat failed to slow down and hit the implement. Another accident occurred later on Zinnia Ave and 210th St. No injuries, a northbound tractor pulling a cultivator clipped a southbound truck, according to the Sheriff’s Department. Photos courtesy of the Floyd County Sheriff’s Department Continue reading Farm equipment part of two Floyd County accidents
NASHUA — It’s almost Ice Cream Ticket Season! From May 15 until school returns after the summer break, kids wearing helmets while riding their bikes may get a “ticket” for a free ice cream cone at Dairy Treat. “We are excited to continue the Ice Cream Ticket partnership this summer with the new owners of Dairy Treat,” says a post on the department’s Facebook page. “We are currently working on an updated ticket design and some other fun additions to the program to be ready in a few weeks! “Let’s get the helmets out of storage and ride safe!” Continue reading Ice Cream Ticket Season begins May 15 in Nashua
SHEFFIELD — Nashua-Plainfield girls won their golf triangular on Monday in Sheffield, while the boys team placed second. Golfers had to outwit strong winds and fierce gusts. The girls now have a record of 10-2. Boys Standings 1 West Fork – 200 2 Nashua-Plainfield – 218 3 Central Springs – 238 Medalist – Ian Latham (WF) – 47 Runners-up – Trey Peifer (WF), Dillon Auchstetter (NP), Jayden Jost (NP) – 48 Girls Standings 1 Nashua-Plainfield – 232 2 West Fork – 238 3 Central Springs – 245 Medalist – Lauren Trewin (WF) – 52 Runner-up – Miranda Crabtree (NP) – … Continue reading N-P girls take first at Sheffield golf match; boys place second
Douglas L. Mack, of Charles City, formerly of New Hampton, IA lost his life due to injuries sustained from a tragic car accident on Friday, April 20, 2018. A Memorial Service has been set for 10:30 AM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church in New Hampton, IA with Pastor Kevin Frey officiating. Burial will take place at Mt. Carroll Cemetery in Ionia, IA. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 PM on Monday, April 30, 2018 at Conway-Markham Funeral Home in New Hampton, IA and will continue at the church one hour prior to the memorial service on … Continue reading Douglas Lee Mack, May 28, 1957 – April 20, 2018
DES MOINES — A pair of track and field standouts from the region will compete this week at “America’s Athletic Classic. Charles City’s Kiki Connell and Riceville’s Abby Marr have qualified for the 2018 Drake Relays in Des Moines. Connell, a freshman, qualified in the 3,000-meter run. Only 21 girls are accepted. Her time of 10:44.53 from a meet April 12 in Decorah is the 19th best in the state as of Monday, April 23. Connell finished sixth individually at the 2017 Iowa Class 3A Cross County State Championship meet. Connell will run on the blue oval of Drake University’s … Continue reading CC’s Connell, Riceville’s Marr qualify for Drake Relays
CHARLES CITY — Great Scott, area prep golfer has a meet Monday at Cedar Ridge Golf Course. Just last Wednesday, April 18, a record 6.6 inches of snow fell across Charles City and the Comets’ home course. On Monday, there was no snow, no sleet, no bitter cold, and not even flooding, fire or ice. Matter of fact, the temperature peaked at 68 degrees here as the golfers hit the greens. Nashua-Plainfield took first in the girls competition, topping Charles City by two strokes. The Huskies carded a 188. The Comets had a 190. Osage’s Green Devils put up a … Continue reading Bad weather steps aside; Comets, Huskies and Green Devils tee off
CHARLES CITY — As the city waits for the right conditions to tear down the crumbling Charley Western Bridge, it’s hunting for more money to build its replacement. The exact date for demolition is still unsettled, but will most likely be in July, said Charles City Administrator Steven T. Diers. The Cedar River’s level will be a key determining factor. The water needs to be as low as possible. In the meantime, the city is considering contracts for grant writing and administration with the North Iowa Area Council of Governments. The council is scheduled to vote at its Tuesday, April … Continue reading City waiting for right time to raze CW bridge; seeking more grants
CC Chamber of Commerce and Community Revitalization news release Volunteers are the heart and soul of any community, and Charles City will honor some of its best on Friday, April 27, at the annual Community Volunteer Recognition Event. The public is invited and encouraged to come show their support and appreciation at the Charles City Senior Center from 8-9 a.m. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. with a light breakfast offered. Tickets are $5 and available at the door or in advance at the Community Development Office, 401 North Main St. Hosted by the Charles City Area Chamber of Commerce and Community Revitalization, this event serves … Continue reading Top community volunteers to be honored Friday
Award Winning Projects, Entrepreneurs and Volunteers Honored Charles City Community Revitalization News Release DES MOINES — Main Street Iowa hosted the 32nd annual Main Street Iowa Awards celebration on Friday, April 13, 2018 at Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines. The program honored the efforts of those who work day in and day out to revitalize Iowa’s downtowns – the heart and soul of communities across the state. Included among the top volunteers recognized was Nancy Clarke of Charles City, who has been named by the local Main Street program, Community Revitalization, as its volunteer of the year. “Clarke does not … Continue reading Clarke honored at Main Street Iowa Awards celebration
CC Community Revitalization news release CHARLES CITY — A public presentation on the latest Charles City economic profile report from the State of Iowa that was postponed due to weather has been reset for Wednesday, May 9th. The free event, hosted by the Business Improvement Committee of Community Revitalization, will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Zastrow River Room of the Charles City Public Library. Main Street Iowa Business Specialist Jim Thompson will be on hand to present and explain the Charles City data, which will include areas of business leakage as well as what businesses pull in customers … Continue reading Charles City economic profile report rescheduled to May 9
CHARLES CITY — Expansion of a confined animal feeding operation in Pleasant Grove Township is on the Floyd County Board of Supervisors agenda Tuesday, April 24. The meeting begins at 9 a.m. According to the agenda, the board is expected to set a date and time for a public hearing on a construction permit application for a 2,508-head deep pit swine finisher confinement building. It would be built at an existing CAFO for Powersville Site/McCandless Family Pork, LLC in section 26 of Pleasant Grove Township. In other Floyd County news: • The county board is also expected to vote … Continue reading CAFO seeks to expand in Floyd County; Veterans Affairs OKs van fee; and County Board discusses members letters, opinion writing
CHARLES CITY — The Charles City High School student body chose senior Rylee Hageman as the 2018 Prom Queen and Elias King as king. Also among the 2018 Prom Royalty are Cade Hemesath, Elliott Gebel, Tyreque Baker, Ryan Wolfe, Sydney Loeckle, Makayla Nierling, Marissa Deeter, and Mackenzie Wilson. Continue reading CCHS students vote in King King and Queen Hageman
CHARLES CITY — Three people are dead after two pickups collided Friday evening at 210th and Woodside Avenue outside Charles City. According to the Iowa State Patrol, Jacob Allen Mahnesmith, 28, of Nashua, Shane Allen Wiltse, 28 of Charles City and a third person died as a result of the crash. Thomas John Parcher , 29, of Marble Rock was injured. A combined gathering of family and friends of Mahnesmith and Wiltse will be from 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, April 25, at Hauser Funeral Home in Charles City. Funeral services for Mahnesmith will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 26, 2018 at … Continue reading 3 people die after trucks crash outside Charles City; some funeral services announced
By Hauser Funeral Home MARBLE ROCK — Shane Wiltse, 28, passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 20, 2018 due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. A celebration of Shane’s life will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2018 at Saint John Evangelical Lutheran Church in Charles City with Pastor Russ Leeper officiating. Inurnment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Charles City. A combined gathering of family and friends with the family of Jake Mahnesmith will be at Hauser Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Shane’s gathering will continue one hour prior to his service … Continue reading Shane Wiltse, Oct. 2, 1989-April 20, 2018
By Hauser Funeral Home NASHUA — Jacob “Jake” Mahnesmith, 28, of Nashua, passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 20, 2018 due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. A memorial service for Jake Mahnesmith will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 26, 2018 at St. John Lutheran Church in Nashua with Pastor Diane Odermann officiating. A combined gathering of family and friends with the family of Shane Wiltse will be at Hauser Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Jake’s gathering will continue one hour prior to his service in Nashua on Thursday. In lieu of flowers memorials … Continue reading Jacob “Jake” Mahnesmith, April 20, 1990 -April 20, 2018
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