Ruth Duncan, 90, of Charles City, passed away Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017 at the Floyd County Medical Center in Charles City

 
The renovation project at the New Hampton Municipal Pool gained steam last week as Parks and Recreation Department and Burbach Aquatics officials held a “pre-bidding” meeting with four contractors to discuss the $627,000 project.

 
The Industrial Park Color Run has run its course, but even the fifth and final event that was held Friday night had its charm.

 
Leo Rasing smiled and laughed as he picked up his hot dog and ice cream Saturday afternoon.
“They’re throwing me a heck of a birthday party, aren’t they?”
He paused for a moment and his voice turned a bit more serious.

Boyd “Buzz” Hendrickson, 81, of Charles City, passed away Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017 at his home.

Max (Tim) Howard Wood, 83, of Waverly, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, August 4, 2017 at Unity Point Health - Allen Memorial in Waterloo.

 
Terry Basol recently drove through southeast Iowa, and as he did, the Iowa State University Extension agronomist was feeling pretty grateful on behalf of farmers in Northeast Iowa.

 
Jay Jurrens is up front when it comes to the groundbreaking ceremony that will be held on Monday, Aug. 14.