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24 July 2025

Calhoun County Expo: Six days of mud, foam, and fun

The 2025 Calhoun County Expo brought six days of family friendly fun to the fairgrounds in Rockwell City, Iowa, highlighting the area’s strong agricultural roots and community spirit. Take a look at our reader-submitted photos.

18 July 2025

Calhoun County Expo Pageant a tough call for judges

Three were crowned, but all were winners • The Calhoun County Iowa Expo kicked off with the annual pageant, held on the evening of July 8, 2025. No one would envy the judges, who sat before a stage full of qualified candidates eager to represent the county.

17 July 2025

Calhoun County in Focus: July 17, 2025

At the Calhoun County Phoenix, we’re launching a new weekly photo feature titled "Calhoun County in Focus." Each week, the column will showcase a reader-submitted photo that captures the unique beauty and character of life in Calhoun County.

29 June 2025

Lake City Police Chief resigns, moving on to new position

23 June 2025

The Lot on Twin is now CJ Resort Twin Lakes: Housing development pivots to become Airbnb rental

When Chris and Jess Friedrichsen purchased land between North and South Twin Lakes in Rockwell City, they initially planned to build The Lot on Twin, an 11-home development. Instead, the couple now plans to use the land to construct several Airbnb rentals, CJ Resort Twin Lakes. Find out what was behind the decision, and the status of the project.

22 June 2025

FFA members lend a hand at Accura HealthCare

17 June 2025

Long-time SCC staff members retire

When the school bell rang for the final time on May 30, 2025, it marked not only the end of the academic year, but also the start of retirement for three long-time South Central Calhoun (SCC) staff members. Find out what's next for Mishelle Gerdes, Mark Schaefer, and Marc DeMoss.

17 June 2025

Rockwell City preschoolers celebrate graduation

Students at South Central Calhoun’s preschool in Rockwell City, Iowa, celebrated their graduation at the end of May. Read on to see the class list and photos from their graduation performance.

17 June 2025

SCC Middle School ends year with carnival, talent show

Students at South Central Calhoun (SCC) Middle School ended the school year with some fun activities. Check out the photos and see what these kids were up to.