First United Methodist Church unveils new sign in Osage
OSAGE — A small but meaningful update is taking place today at First United Methodist Church as the church’s new official sign is being installed.The new sign marks an exciting moment …
Elma Fire & Rescue takes step toward new tanker/pumper
ELMA — Elma Fire & Rescue has placed a deposit to secure the chassis for a new tanker/pumper, marking an important milestone in the department’s ongoing apparatus upgrade efforts.The d…
Super Bowl party brings residents together at nursing home
STACYVILLE — Residents at the Stacyville Community Nursing Home enjoyed a Super Bowl party Sunday evening, complete with traditional game-day food, prizes and plenty of excitement.The …
Saint Ansgar speech teams end season at state
WATERLOO — The Saint Ansgar Community School District speech team closed its season Saturday at the State Speech Contest held Feb. 7 at Waterloo West High School.Saint Ansgar advanced …
Osage students earn top honors at state speech contest
Osage — Osage students turned in strong performances at the Iowa High School State Speech Contest, earning multiple top ratings and representing their school and community at a high le…
Visitor restrictions in place at MCRHC Osage amid rise in respiratory illnesses
OSAGE, Iowa — Visitor restrictions are now in effect at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage due to an increase in respiratory illnesses and influenza cases in the area, hos…
Osage School Board approves policies, calendar hearing at January meeting
The Osage Community School District Board of Education approved a wide range of routine and policy-related items during its regular meeting Wednesday, Jan. 28, while also hearing upda…
Fourth grade move prompts questions and planning in Osage
Following the 3-2 school board vote to move fourth-graders from Lincoln Elementary School to Osage Middle School, district leaders are outlining how the transition will work and respo…
Osage School approves new math teacher, band director for 2026-27
The Osage Community School District has approved two new hires for the 2026-27 school year, filling key roles in mathematics and music education with candidates district leaders say s…
Osage City Council advances Shop on State proposal
The Osage City Council took its first formal step Monday toward a proposed downtown Shop on State facility, directing staff to begin preparing materials needed to invite redevelopment…
Early mornings, safety checks guide winter weather school decisions in Osage
As winter weather settles across northern Iowa, school leaders face critical early-morning decisions that directly affect student safety, transportation, and district operations. For B…
District shares details after dryer fire at Osage Middle School
Superintendent Barb Schwamman explains what happened and what followed
Osage Middle School dismisses early following fire
District says there is no ongoing risk to students or staff
Mitchell County supervisors approved budget resolutions, table budget action
The Mitchell County Board of Supervisors approved several routine items, heard updates from county departments, and tabled action on the county’s general budget during a meeting Tuesda…
Lincoln preschool program sees growth
Lincoln Elementary’s four-year-old preschool program is continuing to grow, and Principal Bill Carlson says the increase reflects both strong community support and a districtwide commi…
Mitchell County residents voice concerns over proposed CO2 pipeline
Residents of Mitchell County are raising concerns over the proposed carbon dioxide pipeline planned to run through parts of the county, citing potential environmental risks, property …