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Capacity restrictions lifted but social distancing remains in place

Gov. Kim Reynolds on Wednesday announced that she’s lifting “capacity limits” for bars, restaurants, theaters and the like, effective 8 a.m. this Friday.

Rasing extends lead over Geerts in supervisor race

The challenger in the Chickasaw County Supervisor District 4 Democratic primary extended his lead Monday after the Absentee Ballot Board met and opened three ballots that were received following the June 2 primary.

Park Board tables pool decision again

The New Hampton Park Board Wednesday night pushed back a decision on whether or not the city’s pool will open this year.

Chickasaw County reaches dozen COVID-19 positive tests

Chickasaw County has recorded its 12th positive test of Coronavirus COVID-19, and the latest case is from the age group of 18 to 40.
It marks the fourth positive test announced since last Friday.

Rasing has razor thin lead over Geerts

Retired Emergency Management Agency Director Ken Rasing has a lead, but maybe not a victory, when it comes to his Chickasaw County District 4 Democratic primary against incumbent Steve Geerts.

County reports another COVID-19 positive test

Chickasaw County Public Health officials announced Tuesday afternoon that an 11th person has tested positive for the Coronavirus COVID-19.

Courthouse will reopen Wednesday

The Chickasaw County Courthouse will reopen Wednesday, but it’s definitely going to be a COVID-19 kind of deal when it comes to the facility in New Hampton.

Public Health director: Social distancing more important than ever

On the day in which Chickasaw County reached double digits when it comes to positive tests of Coronavirus COVID-19, Public Health and Homecare Services Director Lisa Welter said the need to social distance is even more important.

City moves ahead on storm water project

It took a while, but the New Hampton City Council finally approved a project that proponents say will help with water issues on the west side of Mikkelson Park.

Park Board holds off on pool decision

The New Hampton Park Board Wednesday evening held off a decision on whether or not to open the city’s swimming pool this summer.

Different yet powerful

It was a Memorial Day observance like no other, but even though the crowd was limited, the message in these times was still powerful.

Voters: Be prepared for a wait at the polls

Chickasaw County’s top election official says the interest in this coming Tuesday’s primary, combined with the Coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, may mean long lines at the polls.

Governor accelerates 'reopening'

The “reopening” of Iowa accelerated on Tuesday when Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that  she will allow casinos and amusement parks to reopen next week.

School Board approves New Hampton administrative plan

The New Hampton School Board Wednesday morning approved a new administrative plan its superintendent recommended and one that keeps three principals in the district.

Opening pool remains up in the air

Patience is a virtue.

NHHS seniors receive a ‘serving’ admonition

Michael Kennedy virtually stood before the members of the New Hampton High School Class of 2020, and took a moment to talk to them last Tuesday night.

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