There was lightning, thunder and a torrential downpour topped off with a barrage of hail that rained down on the softball field near Jackson Junction Wednesday night.

The strangest academic year in the history of Nashua-Plainfield Community Schools finally came to an end this past Sunday.

This was not supposed to be the way their season year was supposed to go.

The Iowa Department of Education last week provided guidance to schools as they reopen, and the report that said schools should not screen students and staff upon entering buildings or requiring face coverings generated protest among the state’s t

Verdene May Knutson, age 90 of New Hampton, died Friday, June 26, 2020, at the Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community in Waverly.

Start with the good news: The New Hampton softball team showed off a little power as it went 2-1 last week.

It was a long time coming, but New Hampton High School’s seniors finally got their day. Call it Commencement, Part II.

Glen M. Angell, age 90, of New Hampton, IA passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at his home.