Hunger pangs can make it difficult for young students to concentrate, pay attention, and focus on their studies. To help bridge the hours between lunch and when school gets out for the day, South Central Calhoun Elementary offers all students a daily snack.
On Jan. 1, new restrictions for SNAP benefits went into effect in Iowa. SNAP funds can no longer be used to purchase taxable food items such as pop, certain beverages containing less than 50% juice, candy, and candy-coated items.
Local veteran Brian Pibal and his wife Sara are avid travelers, and it was through their love of travel that a business idea was born: VetNest, a lodging platform devoted to meeting the unique needs of veterans.
Rockwell City’s 150th anniversary is next year, and organizers are planning a huge sesquicentennial bash for July 31-Aug. 2, 2026, which coincides with Sweet Corn Daze. Learn more about one of the events on the schedule, a Beard Growing Contest.
Republican Wendy Larson won the special election held on Dec. 9, 2025, to fill the open seat for Iowa House District 7. Find out how each of Calhoun County's precincts voted.
