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SWITA's Tracey Clark named Iowa dispatcher of the year

SWITA's Tracey Clark named Iowa dispatcher of the year

  • Nathan Delaney Council Bluffs Nonpareil

Tracy Clark of SWITA earned the Iowa Transit Dispatcher of the Year award.

Fremont County deputies arrest fan for eluding on way to Kansas City for World Cup

Fremont County deputies arrest fan for eluding on way to Kansas City for World Cup

  • Scott Stewart

Fremont County law enforcement arrested a Colombian citizen visiting the United States for the World Cup on July 3 after he fled from a deputy along Interstate 29 for about 10 miles.

Crops trailing last year's development, but generally faring well amid wet conditions

Crops trailing last year's development, but generally faring well amid wet conditions

  • Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

The crop report is released weekly April through November. Additionally, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship provides a weather summary each week during this time.

Fremont County deputies arrest 51-year-old for sexual abuse of children

Fremont County deputies arrest 51-year-old for sexual abuse of children

  • Scott Stewart

The Fremont County Sheriff's Office arrested a 51-year-old man July 2 on a variety of sex crimes.

Fremont County Tourism Board preparing to award funding on July 15

Fremont County Tourism Board preparing to award funding on July 15

  • Scott Stewart

The Fremont County Tourism Board is seeking proposals by Friday, July 10, for projects to increase tourism within the county.

David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

David Hoffmann is investing millions to preserve local newspapers

  • David McCumber

The Lee Enterprises chairman explains why he believes community newspapers remain essential — and why he's investing millions to help ensure their future.

How David Hoffmann built the business behind his investment in local newspapers

How David Hoffmann built the business behind his investment in local newspapers

  • By David McCumber

David Hoffmann built an executive search firm that became the foundation of a diversified family business spanning more than 100 companies. 

David Hoffmann chose family over football, and a path to success

David Hoffmann chose family over football, and a path to success

    Before building a business empire, Lee Enterprises Chairman David Hoffmann nearly took a very different path. A football scholarship, a difficult choice and a young romance helped shape the future billionaire's life. 

    David Hoffmann's childhood shaped his family's philanthropy

    David Hoffmann's childhood shaped his family's philanthropy

      David Hoffmann explains how faith, family and personal experience have guided the Hoffmann family's commitment to philanthropy. 

      Todd and Becki Franks chosen as Essex Labor Day Grand Marshals

      Todd and Becki Franks chosen as Essex Labor Day Grand Marshals

        The Essex Community Club has selected Todd and Becki Franks as Essex Labor Day Grand Marshals

        Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 1

        Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for July 1

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          Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

          Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 30

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            Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 29

            Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 29

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              Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 28

              Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 28

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 27

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 27

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                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 26

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 26

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                Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                Photos: Guns in Northeast Iowa crime cases

                We've compiled pictures of different weapons that have come up during criminal investigations in Northeast Iowa in recent years.

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 25

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 25

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                Clarinda business park earns Iowa Certified Site designation

                Clarinda business park earns Iowa Certified Site designation

                The Hugh and Maxine Loudon Business Park in Clarinda recently earned an Iowa Certified Site designation through the Iowa Economic Development Authority.

                Iowa Western Community College receives federal funds to expand trades training

                Iowa Western Community College receives federal funds to expand trades training

                Iowa Western Community College will use close to $1 million in federal funding to expand its skilled trades training at multiple locations in Southwest Iowa.

                Pharmacy to open next week at Clarinda Regional Health

                Pharmacy to open next week at Clarinda Regional Health

                The community pharmacy at Clarinda Regional Health will open Monday.

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 24

                Shenandoah neighbors: Obituaries for June 24

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                ICE was investigating him over an email. Now, he's suing

                ICE was investigating him over an email. Now, he's suing

                SpaceX and AI startup wealth fuels demand for private jets

                SpaceX and AI startup wealth fuels demand for private jets

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                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                Stanton company receives $300,000 grant from USDA rural fund

                Stanton company receives $300,000 grant from USDA rural fund

                Farmers Mutual Telephone Company in Stanton was awarded a $30,000 grant as part of $31.2 million in rural development funding announced for Iowa from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

                Heartland of America Band to perform 3 metro area shows for America 250

                Heartland of America Band to perform 3 metro area shows for America 250

                The U.S. Air Force Heartland of America Band will perform five free community concerts this summer, including a show in Glenwood and two others in the metro area.

                Red Oak police shoot, injure person who reportedly opened fire on officer

                Red Oak police shoot, injure person who reportedly opened fire on officer

                Police in Red Oak, shot and injured a person who reportedly opened fire on an officer Wednesday.

                Coast-to-coast relay to celebrate America 250 to pass through Southwest Iowa

                Coast-to-coast relay to celebrate America 250 to pass through Southwest Iowa

                The American Discovery Trail Society announced the American Discovery 250 Relay will travel on a 6,800 mile journey from California to Delaware, including passing through the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area.

                Broadway performer Kelli James will present class in Tabor in July

                Broadway performer Kelli James will present class in Tabor in July

                Broadway performer Kelli James will return to her hometown of Tabor next month for a weeklong masterclass and a community concert.

                At least 7 tornadoes hit Iowa June 11 as storms swept across Midwest

                At least 7 tornadoes hit Iowa June 11 as storms swept across Midwest

                It was an active day for severe weather on June 11, in Iowa, with at least seven confirmed tornadoes statewide.

                Southwest Iowa Transit Agency honors top drivers with awards

                Southwest Iowa Transit Agency honors top drivers with awards

                The Southwest Iowa Transit Agency honored its top drivers during its spring meeting.

                Clarinda's Cabeen wins Akin shopping spree

                Clarinda's Cabeen wins Akin shopping spree

                Akin Building Center recently announced its shopping spree winners, including a Clarinda woman

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