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Supervisors look into pop machine funds at busy meeting

The Chickasaw County Board of Supervisors touched on one small part of the recent state audit report Monday, as part of a busy weekly meeting.

Hospital construction to kick off next week

Although construction on Mercy Medical Center-New Hampton’s $6 million renovation project began last month, in a sense, it will kick off on Tuesday.

Wilma F. Lamka dies at 96

Wilma F. Lamka, age 96 of Fredericksburg, passed away on Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. 

City election results certified

Chickasaw County Auditor Joan Knoll and the Chickasaw County Board of Supervisors certified the the results of the Nov. 7 city elections on Tuesday.

Medical center changes name

There will be no changes in health care, just to the name — along with a new sign. 
The Nashua Area Medical Center has changed its name to Floyd County Medical Center – Nashua, as of Nov. 1.

Elected Nashua councilmen look to tackle challenges

The two men who won election to the Nashua City Council say they are ready to both tackle the city’s budget issues and listen to the residents who elected them.

New Nashua mayor is ready to go to work

Newly elected Butch Betsinger was surprised when he heard the news that he won the election and will be the new mayor of Nashua, but he said he’s looking forward to providing leadership to the city.

New Hampton Lions Club to host its 40th annual youth mat tourney Dec. 9

After the very first Lions Club Wrestling Tournament was held, an article in the New Hampton Tribune stated that “the event was so well-received, plans call for its perpetuation.”

Back where they belong

For some college football programs, a 6-4 record is acceptable.
Wartburg, though, is not just “some” program; instead, it has been one of the consistent powers of the Iowa Conference.

Remembering the 'Forgotten War'

Nashua-Plainfield students honored their neighbors and friends last Friday morning during a Veterans Day program that featured a former school counselor talking about his experiences during the Korean War.

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