NEWS

Tens of thousands of people were ordered to evacuate a fast-moving wildfire that exploded in size Thursday, threatening several Northern California communities and forcing panicked residents to race to help neighbors who had to drive…

Montezuma’s first trip to the Class 1A State high school volleyball tournament was a short one.  The Bravettes lost to Holy Trinity Catholic in three straight sets last night (11/7) in the state quarterfinals in…

You shouldn't need your snow shovel, but you will need to beware of accumulated snow.  The National Weather Service says there's a 50 percent chance of snow tonight (11/8), with a 40 percent chance of…

There will be one new supervisor on the Mahaska County Board.  Incumbent Republican Steve Wanders and Republican Steve Parker were elected Tuesday (11/6) over Democrat Paul DeGeest and Scott Van Veldhuizen, who was nominated by…

A recall was issued for four types of Duncan Hines cake mix due to possible salmonella contamination, the US Food and Drug Administration said Monday.  The voluntary recall was issued by Conagra Brands due to…

Pella was knocked out in the opening round of the State 4A volleyball tournament yesterday (11/6) in Cedar Rapids.  Cedar Rapids Xavier defeated the Lady Dutch 25-18, 28-26 and 25-13.  Emily Holterhaus had 14 kills…

KISS shook up The Tonight Show with a head-banging performance of their legendary 1977 single “Love Gun” on Tuesday night (Oct. 30). Jimmy Fallon's set was transformed into a rock show for the night as the crowd pushed up…

Let the voting begin.  Polls are open until 9:00 tonight (11/6) on this Election Day.  The big ticket item on the ballot is the Governor’s race, with incumbent Republican Kim Reynolds challenged by Democrat Fred…

The Iowa State High School volleyball tournament starts a four day run today (11/6) in Cedar Rapids.  Pella will play Cedar Rapids Xavier this afternoon at 4:00 in the Class 4A quarterfinals.  Pella is the…

It has taken nearly a year and a half, but Washington Police believe they’ve found the man who robbed a local jeweler in April 2017.  On April 5, 2017, Don’s Jewelry was robbed.  After reviewing…