N-P baccalaureate is May 16, graduation May 20
NASHUA — Soon-to-be graduates from Nashua-Plainfield High School are less than three weeks from graduation. On May 16, their Baccalaureate begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Senior Awards at 7:30 p.m. In the school gymnasium. Graduation is at 2:30 p.m. May 20 in the gymnasium. There is no school on May 28, Memorial Day. The last scheduled day of school is June 1. Continue reading N-P baccalaureate is May 16, graduation May 20
Connell, Marr compete at Drake Relays
DES MOINES — Charles City’s lone qualifier for this year’s Drake Relays placed 22nd in the finals of the high school girls 3,000-meter run. Her time was 11 minutes, 9.85 seconds. Connell’s season best so far is 10:43.53. Ellie Friesen, of Crestwood, took first in the 3000 with a time of 9:50.44. Riceville junior Abby Marr placed 13th in girls high school shot put. Her top throw was 37 feet, 9.25 inches, just short of her season best 38-11.05. Kat Moody, of Waukee, a sophomore, placed first with a long of 43-10. Marr — whose best throw so far this … Continue reading Connell, Marr compete at Drake Relays
Tuesday night storm kicks off stretch of wet weather
If you are reading this at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, you likely also are hearing the high winds, driving rain and thunder passing through the Floyd and Chickasaw county region. This is just the beginning of a wet stretch of days. Here is the National Weather Service forecast: Tonight (Tuesday) Periods of showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly before 4 a.m, then scattered showers and thunderstorms after 4 a.m. Some storms could be severe, with large hail and damaging winds. Low around 58. South wind 8 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100 percent. New rainfall amounts between a quarter … Continue reading Tuesday night storm kicks off stretch of wet weather
Floyd County jail, courthouse referendum passes
CHARLES CITY — Floyd County voters on Tuesday approved a bond referendum to upgrade the courthouse and build a new jail and law enforcement center. The county can now borrow up to $13.5 million for the project. The unofficial results show the referendum passing by 68.72 percent. The county needed 60 percent. The Floyd County Sheriff’s Department posted this message on its Facebook page after learning of the election victory: “The unofficial votes are in and looks like our LEC and courthouse projects passes at over 68%. The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office wants to give a big THANK YOU to … Continue reading Floyd County jail, courthouse referendum passes
Rockford Spring Cleanup begins Thursday, May 3
ROCKFORD — Residents are invited to use the 30 dumpsters that Jendro Sanitation will put in the city dump during the May 3-6 Rockford Spring Cleanup. There will not be curbside pickup. See more details below: Continue reading Rockford Spring Cleanup begins Thursday, May 3
Rockford city-wide garage sale begins May 4
ROCKFORD — Shop Rockford this weekend during its city-wide garage sale beginning at 7 a.m. Friday, May 5, to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 6. The individual sales will begin at a variety of times, such as the multi-family sale at 209 1st Street Southeast 1ST STREET SE. It’s hours are 5-8 p.m. Friday and 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m Saturday. It will include furniture, household items, a unique clothes rack, an old store sales counter, stereo speakers, a trolling motor, new interior lights, pictures, rugs, a large metal star, wood ladders, lots of seasonal decor, a fireman flag collection and … Continue reading Rockford city-wide garage sale begins May 4
Nashua’ City-wide Garage Sales are May 11
Nashua’s City-wide Garage Sales are scheduled for Friday, May 11, through Saturday, May 12. If you would like to be included in advertising phave your information to city hall by noon on Friday, May 4. Continue reading Nashua’ City-wide Garage Sales are May 11
Tornado siren test cancelled
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
Iowans working to protect and improve water quality mark Soil and Water Conservation Week
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 state parks Camping Kickoff is this weekend
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
Space available in upcoming hunter education classes
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
Authorities release name of third victim in April 20 crash
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
Farm equipment part of two Floyd County accidents
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
Ice Cream Ticket Season begins May 15 in Nashua
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
N-P girls take first at Sheffield golf match; boys place second
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 Lee Mack, May 28, 1957 – April 20, 2018
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
CC’s Connell, Riceville’s Marr qualify for Drake Relays
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
Bad weather steps aside; Comets, Huskies and Green Devils tee off
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
City waiting for right time to raze CW bridge; seeking more grants
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
Top community volunteers to be honored Friday
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
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