Fire damage contained mostly to one room of Charles City house
Charles City Fire Department news release CHARLES CITY – The Charles City Fire Department responded to a homeowner 911 call of a fire in their residence at 200 Kelly Street in Charles City around 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Upon arrival, it was noted that there was smoke coming from the eaves of the home, as well as fire seen in a room on the second story of the residence. There were no occupants of the home inside when Firefighters arrived. Firefighters initiated an offensive attack of the fire, and were able to extinguish the fire … Continue reading Fire damage contained mostly to one room of Charles City house
FISHING REPORT: Walleye have moved out of over-wintering areas of the Cedar
By the Iowa DNR These are the area fishing reports for April 16, 2020 Clear Lake The water temperature is in the low forties. Channel Catfish – Good: Use chicken liver or cut bait fished on the bottom where water is following into the lake. Walleye – Good: Pitch a jig and minnow in 3 to 6 feet of water along the east shore and around the island. Fish are biting throughout the day, but the best bite is late afternoon. Yellow Bass – Fair: Yellow bass are being caught from the jetties. Boat anglers should try fishing the edge of the vegetation on the north … Continue reading FISHING REPORT: Walleye have moved out of over-wintering areas of the Cedar
Iowa now has 68 confirmed cases on COVID-19
News release from the Iowa Governor’s Office: The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 23 additional positive cases of Iowans with COVID-19, for a total of 68 positive cases. To date, there have been 1,049 negative tests conducted at the State Hygienic Lab. According to IDPH, the locations and age ranges of the 23 individuals include: Allamakee County, 1 middle age adult (41-60 years), 1 older adult (61-80 years) Black Hawk County, 1 middle age adult (41-60 years), 1 elderly (81 years or older) Dubuque County, 1 older adult (61-80 years) Fayette County, 1 adult (18-40 … Continue reading Iowa now has 68 confirmed cases on COVID-19
Gov. Reynolds issues a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency
NEWS RELEASE FROM THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds issued a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency activating the public health response and recovery aspects of the State Disaster Emergency Plan effective at noon today. It takes significant steps to require social distancing and limit community spread of the virus by implementing temporary measures including moving restaurants to drive-through, carry-out, and delivery only and closures of certain entities such as bars and recreational facilities. The proclamation also allows state agencies additional flexibility in responding to the unprecedented COVID-19 situation, and supports the critical work of public health. “These … Continue reading Gov. Reynolds issues a State of Public Health Disaster Emergency
High school activities suspended
This statement regarding COVID-19 has been issued by the organizations in charge of Iowa high school, sports, speech and music : Following Sunday’s announcements from Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, all spring activities of Iowa’s high school Unified Activities partners – the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union, the Iowa High School Athletic Association, the Iowa High School Music Association, and the Iowa High School Speech Association – will be prohibited through the state’s K-12 school recommended closure of four weeks. Gov. Reynolds announced the recommended closure in collaboration with the Iowa Department of Public Health, in response to community spread … Continue reading High school activities suspended
Gov. Reynolds to hold a Press Conference on COVID-19
DES MOINES – Gov. Reynolds will hold a press conference today from the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Johnston, IA at 4:30 p.m. to provide an update to the state of Iowa on COVID-19. The press conference follows Gov. Reynolds recommending schools close for four weeks, read about that announcement here. That press conference is open to credentialed members of the media and can be live on Facebook here. Members of the press need to be aware that there is no entrance to SEOC if: you have a fever of 100.4 F or above; you have traveled outside the … Continue reading Gov. Reynolds to hold a Press Conference on COVID-19
Gov. Reynolds recommends Iowa schools close for four weeks
News Release DES MOINES – Upon discovery of the existence of substantial community spread of COVID-19 in the state, Gov. Reynolds is recommending that Iowa schools close for four weeks. “Based on new information today from the Iowa Department of Public Health, now is the time to move to the next level of response,” Gov. Reynolds stated. “I am now recommending that all Iowa schools close for a period of four weeks to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.” Gov. Reynolds released the following video statement, it can be viewed here. Gov. Reynolds is making this recommendation in consultation with … Continue reading Gov. Reynolds recommends Iowa schools close for four weeks
CC schools posts Q-and-A about coronavirus and local reaction
The Charles City School District has posted this Q-and-A about coronavirus. Charles City Community Schools Covid-19 Frequently Asked Questions – Families Q. Will Charles City Community Schools temporarily close due to COVID-19? A. As of now we are not closing. We are following the guidance and expert recommendations of the Iowa Department of Public Health and as of March 13, the IDPH says, “There is currently no known community spread of COVID-19 in Iowa and IDPH is not making any recommendations to cancel planned events and mass gatherings at this time.” These are not decisions that are taken lightly and … Continue reading CC schools posts Q-and-A about coronavirus and local reaction
Additional COVID-19 Case in Iowa
News release from the Iowa Governor’s Office DES MOINES – Testing at Iowa’s State Hygienic Laboratory has indicated one additional positive case of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Iowa residents, a total of 14 positive cases. An additional 21 tests were negative. According to the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), the new case is in an older adult (61 to 80 years) from Johnson County and was on the same Egyptian cruise as other positive cases. The cases previously identified as presumptive positive are now considered positive. The first five positive cases in Iowa were confirmed by CDC, per … Continue reading Additional COVID-19 Case in Iowa
Zoetis Named a Top Company for Executive Women by NAFE
NEWS RELEASE: For the Second Year in a Row, the National Association for Female Executives (NAFE) Recognizes Zoetis for its Commitment to Women’s Advancement PARSIPPANY, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Zoetis Inc. (NYSE: ZTS) today (March. 3) announced that it has been named one of the 2020 “Top 70 Companies for Executive Women” by the National Association for Female Executives. This honor recognizes U.S. corporations where there is a strong focus on best practices that demonstrate effectiveness in moving women to senior ranks, including mentoring, involvement in employee-resource groups and leadership development training. Zoetis is a major employer in Charles City. “We are honored … Continue reading Zoetis Named a Top Company for Executive Women by NAFE
Cedar Valley Ducks Unlimited Banquet
The Cedar Valley Ducks Unlimited Banquet will be on Saturday, March 21, at the Floyd County Youth Enrichment Center at the fairgrounds in Charles City. Doors open at 5 p.m. For more information call Ed Cajthmal at 641-330-3361. Continue reading Cedar Valley Ducks Unlimited Banquet
Free movie on March 14: ‘Onward’
Charles City High School Soccer begins play April 2
Charles City High School’s varsity co-ed soccer begins play April 2, with its first game against New Hampton. Here is the season schedule. The program is in its third year. Brad MacKenzie is the head coach. Brandy Anderson is the assistant coach. You can follow the team on @CometSoccerCCHS. Continue reading Charles City High School Soccer begins play April 2
Prichard column: Investing in Education
By State Representative Todd Prichard Our first month of the 2020 legislative session has concluded and it’s been a whirlwind of activity at the State Capitol. This week, the House and Senate each passed its own version of education funding for the upcoming school year. What the final amount of state funding for students and classrooms will be is still an open question. Fortunately, state revenues are strong right now in this environment of low unemployment. After a decade of low funding for schools, I view this as an opportunity to make overdue investments in Iowa’s education system, particularly in … Continue reading Prichard column: Investing in Education
PHOTOS: CCHS Pops Concert
These are just a few scenes from Tuesday night’s Charles City High School Pops Concert. Come back later, because I’ll be posting more. Continue reading PHOTOS: CCHS Pops Concert
Coach’s eye view
Floyd County Democrats choose Buttigieg and Klobuchar
With 96 percent of precincts reporting, the Iowa Democratic Party reports that Pete Buttigieg and Bernie Sanders are first and second in state delegate equivalents totals: 1. Buttigieg, 549 2. Sanders, 533 3. Elizabeth Warren, 380 4. Joe Biden, 328 5. Amy Klobuchar, 254 In Floyd County, Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar came in first and second. Buttigieg received 133 caucus-goers choosing him in their final expressions of support, which translates to 2.2 state delegate equivalents. Klobuchar received 132 for 2.1, followed by Biden (110, 1.9), Sanders (81, 1.6) and Warren (81, 1.3). Floyd County Republicans cast 109 votes for President … Continue reading Floyd County Democrats choose Buttigieg and Klobuchar
CC girls basketball wins in Oelwein
OELWEIN — The Charles city girls basketball team won its fifth game of the season Friday night, defeating Oelwein, 63-19 Senior Liz Fiser led the Comets in scoring with 13 points. Sophomore Lydia Staudt and senior Mackenzy Bilharz each added 12. Senior Lynn Hoeft scored 9, followed by senior Lauren Connell with 8, sophomore Rachel Chambers with 6, junior Dani Stock with 5 and junior Sadie Gebel with 4. . Charles City senior Liz Fiser drives to the basket Friday in Oelwein. Sophomore Rachel Chambers Continue reading CC girls basketball wins in Oelwein
Charles City wrestlers take 2nd as a team at Girls State Tournament
WAVERLY — Charles City as a team took second place at the Iowa High School Girls Wrestling State Tournament at Waverly-Shell Rock High School over the weekend The Comets had 128 points. Waverly-Shell Rock took first with 156.5. Marissa Gallup took 8th in the 106-pound weight class. She scored 12 points for the team. Kiki Connell took 6th at 120, scoring 18. Toni Maloy placed 6th at 126, scoring 17. Lilly Luft took 4th at 132, scoring 24. Allie Cross is 7th at 145, scoring 11. Kalysta Rodriguez placed 4th at 285, scoring 13. Also contributing team point by winning matches were … Continue reading Charles City wrestlers take 2nd as a team at Girls State Tournament
NORTH CEDAR REPORTS 