Candidate Q&A: Cathy Voith for Calhoun County Recorder
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Recently, the Calhoun County Phoenix began reaching out to the candidates who will appear on the ballot in November's election. The Phoeni…
Candidate Q&A: Calhoun County Recorder Kathy Jurries
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Recently, the Calhoun County Phoenix began reaching out to the candidates who will appear on the ballot in November's election. Our goal i…
Lohrville Library Director resigns
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com In their Oct. 11 meeting, held at the JJ Hands Library Conference Room, the Lohrville City Council was made aware of the resignation of th…
DNR: Fall color show at its peak in northern Iowa
DES MOINES – This year's fall weather has been ideal for generating vibrant colors, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ latest fall color report. The forested valley…
DNR: Check docks and equipment for invasive species before storing for the winter
DES MOINES – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds lake property owners to check their boat and trailers, and docks and lifts, for aquatic invasive species before stor…
Iowa State Fair CEO announces retirement
DES MOINES – In an Oct. 12 news release, Gary Slater, Iowa State Fair CEO and Fair Manager, is retiring after 21 years in his position. Slater has spent his entire career working in le…
ISU Extension and Outreach to host “Cooking for One or Two” workshop
In a recent news release, the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Calhoun County will host “Healthy & Homemade: Cooking for One or Two” from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. next Wedn…
WHAT IS THE MONDAY CLUB?
Local women’s group has long history of working to improve the community By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com The Lake City Monday Club almost always meets on Mondays. But what …
SMALL TOWN, BIG VOICE
Mayor Hobbs reflects on time as president of Iowa League of Cities By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Lohrville has an interesting motto that can be seen as you are driving in…
Board of Supervisors approve Annex One project
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com In their Oct. 4 meeting, held at the Calhoun County Courthouse in Rockwell City, the Calhoun County Board of Supervisors were presented with…
Candidate Q&A: U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Recently, the Calhoun County Phoenix began reaching out to the candidates who will appear on the ballot in November's election. The Phoenix’…
Candidate Q&A: U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Recently, the Calhoun County Phoenix began reaching out to the candidates who will appear on the ballot in November's election. Our goal is …
Candidate Q&A: Rick Stewart for Iowa Governor
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Recently, the Calhoun County Phoenix began reaching out to the candidates who will appear on the ballot in November's election. Our goal is …
Davis, Stickrod compete in Upper Midwest Race of Champions
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com This past weekend, Maggie Davis and Tucker Stickrod competed in the Upper Midwest Race of Champions. The two local kids were able to make it…
October is Fire Safety Month
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com October is fire safety month, and this week specifically, is Fire Prevention Week. There are several things that we are constantly told rega…
Lake City council discusses traffic signs
By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com In their Oct. 3 meeting, held at the Council Chambers of City Hall, the City Council of Lake City discussed the purchase of a speed trailer …