News
This computer-generated image shows what the interior of the building will look like when the rehab project is complete. Image by Four Pillars Design Company
09/30/2026 - 8:08pm
A public meeting about the future of the building at 411 Second Street in Ida Grove took place last Tuesday, Sept. 22.
411 Second Street, which was purchased in 2022 by the Ida Grove Community Foundation, is the building on the east side of the Ida...
Opinion
09/09/2026 - 6:57pm
Q: What can be done to help cattle producers grow their herds?
A: Americans consume approximately 59 pounds of beef per person each year, a testament to this high-quality source of iron-and-protein-rich food known for its mouth-watering, nutritional...
Sports
Making the play: OABCIG’s Addisyn Pritchard sets the ball to a teammate during the Falcons’ 3-0 sweep of Woodbury Central in Ida Grove. Photo by Brent Harm
09/30/2026 - 8:01pm
The OABCIG volleyball team picked up another Western Valley Conference victory on Thursday, Sept. 24 in Ida Grove, sweeping Woodbury Central three games to zero.
The Falcons pulled away in game one for a 25-22 win, then doubled down with a 25-21 win...
Obituaries
10/01/2026 - 2:40pm
Garland 'Kent' Renegar
1945 – 2026
ANKENY - Garland "Kent" Renegar, age 81, of Ankeny, died Sept. 24, 2026 in Ankeny.
Graveside services were Monday, Sept. 28, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at the Newell Cemetery in Newell, Iowa. Visitation was on Monday, Sept...
