Weekly Fishing Report: Ice continues to cover lakes.
LAKE VIEW - The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has released its weekly fishing report for area waterbodies, including Arrowhead Lake, Bacon Creek Lake, Black Hawk Lake, Brushy Cr…
Spring is only six weeks away (we hope) – Now's the time for a midwinter boat checkup
A midwinter visit to check on the boat − no matter if stored ashore in a backyard or a marina parking lot − is a wise thing to do. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS)…
Harsh winter across North Iowa is reminder habitat is critical for wildlife survival
State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE) is a nationwide Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) practice within the continuous sign-up administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA). The…
Ice fishing shelters must be removed by Feb. 20
DES MOINES – Ice fishing shelters, left unattended, must be removed from all state-owned lands and waters by Feb. 20. Ice shelter owners are encouraged not to wait until the last minut…
Trees for Kids grant applications due March 3
DES MOINES – The popular Trees for Kids grant program is accepting applications through March 3. Grantees can be awarded up to $2,500 to cover the cost of trees and mulch. All trees fo…
Taking notes from Uber
Calhoun County EMS looks into upcoming EMS pilot program By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoneix.com On February 4, Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg visited Rockwell City to discuss an…
SCC participates in state large group speech competition
This past Saturday, February 4, the SCC Large Group Speech team participated in the State contest in Le Mars. The Short Film, titled "A Public Indecency," by Nathan Burley, Nik Whipkey…
Calhoun County observes Presidents’ Day
All Calhoun County offices, with the exception of the Attorney’s office, EMS and Sheriff’s department will be closed on Monday, February 20 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Outdoor education workshops scheduled this spring and summer
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is sponsoring workshops for K–12 educators on Iowa's outdoors this spring and summer. A Project WILD, Aquatic WILD and Project Learning T…
Catch-photo-release tournament encourages Iowa walleye anglers to report their catches
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is partnering for a second year with MyCatch by Angler's Atlas to conduct a statewide walleye fishing challenge starting May 1 through Ju…
Iowa Pork Regional Conferences offer information on heat stress mitigation, European ASF experience, manure value
AMES — The annual series of Iowa Pork Regional Conferences has been a long-standing partnership of Iowa Pork Producers Association, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the…
Notice of public hearing for SCC CSD
The South Central Calhoun Community School District has released a notice regarding an upcoming public hearing. The public hearing will allow input on the proposed calendar for the 202…
Cooking Class with Blue Ribbon Winning, Local Food Network Star Nash Roe
DES MOINES -- Kids Baking Championship Season 11 contestant Nash Roe is also the owner-operator of Nash's Confections. Baking from an early age with his mom and grandma, Nash has creat…
Statewide Traffic Enforcement – Super Bowl LVII
Des Moines – To keep motorists safe during Super Bowl LVII, The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is teaming up with Iowa law enforcement to remind football enthusiasts, Fans Don’t Let …
Introducing Jacob Matthews
Jacob Matthews takes over as Lake City’s City Administrator By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com Two weeks ago it was announced that Jacob Matthews would be taking over as Lake …
Reflecting on a successful career
David Willis settles into retirement By Karl Jones karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com At the end of last year, David Willis retired from his long running law practice in Lake City. Growing …