A Southeast Iowa school is earning international recognition for its focus on student leadership. Central Lee Middle School in Donnellson has received Lighthouse Certification from FranklinCovey. Superintendent Andy Crozier says only about five percent of […]
The Lee County Board of Supervisors is reviewing employee overpayments tied to inconsistencies in internal pay scales. The Pen City Current reports the issue led to tense discussion during a recent meeting, with Board Chair […]
Henry County is searching for its next Public Health Director. County officials announced this week that applications are now being accepted for the leadership role. The position oversees the Henry County Public Health Department and […]
The Jefferson Street Farmers Market returns May 7th and will take place every Thursday through September along Jefferson Street in downtown Burlington. The weekly market features fresh produce, baked goods, handmade items, and live music. […]
A Louisa County man has been arrested following a seven-month investigation into grooming allegations. The Louisa County Sheriff’s Office says 49-year-old Dylan Earl Lumsden was taken into custody February 18th without incident. He is charged […]
The Mercer County School District will lay off 24 employees as it works to close a more than one-million-dollar budget deficit. The school board voted unanimously Tuesday night to approve the district’s recommendation for the […]
An Iowan is among the six US troops killed over the weekend in the Middle East. 21-year-old Sgt. Declan Coady of West Des Moines was killed when a Kuwaiti military facility was struck on Saturday […]
A Barrow County jury has found 55-year-old Colin Gray guilty on 27 counts — including second-degree murder, involuntary manslaughter and cruelty to children — for his role in the 2024 mass shooting at Apalachee High […]
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem endured sharp questioning Tuesday as she appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for the first time since two fatal shootings during a federal immigration operation in Minneapolis ignited national outrage. […]
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday defended the expanding U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, describing it as precise, mission-driven and necessary to counter Tehran’s missile capabilities and nuclear ambitions. Standing beside Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan […]
The New York Jets have ensured that running back Breece Hall won’t reach the open market, applying the nonexclusive franchise tag just ahead of the league’s deadline. The move marks the first time the Jets […]
The NFL announced that the Atlanta Falcons will serve as the designated home team for a 2026 regular-season game in Madrid, Spain, marking another step in the league’s international expansion. The Falcons confirmed the news, […]
The Cleveland Browns have acquired veteran tackle Tytus Howard from the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round draft pick. As part of the deal, Cleveland plans to lock up Howard with a three-year, […]
