Eden Presbyterian invites community to annual fellowship meal
Eden Presbyterian Church continues a long-standing summer tradition this month by inviting community members to gather for food, fellowship and homemade desserts during its annual ice …
The Canine Cabin celebrates five years of growth and community trust in pet care
Five years after welcoming its first visiting dogs, The Canine Cabin is marking a milestone that owners say once felt both exciting and uncertain but has grown into a thriving, communi…
Brief tornado confirmed near Stacyville; NWS to survey damage in Mitchell County
STACYVILLE, Iowa — A brief tornado caused minor damage just south of Stacyville Wednesday evening, according to the National Weather Service, with storm survey crews expected to visit …
Mitchell County approves hiring Ashley Johnson as full-time deputy
Johnson’s promotion follows seven years with the Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office as a jailer and reserve deputy.
Shop on State seeks county support for new Osage building
Nonprofit says reducing construction debt would help preserve future community grants.
Supervisors approve planning and zoning pay increase after closed session
Amanda Baer to receive $25.35 hourly wage for planning and zoning duties.
Osage approves replacement pump for North 10th Street lift station
Council approves purchase after debris damaged pump, leaving city without a reliable backup.
Missing Osage teen again subject of active runaway investigation after being found
Police say Taryn Henderson was located June 24 before running away from a Fort Dodge shelter while awaiting treatment.
Missing Osage teen found safe
Chief credits public tips for helping locate teen
Missing Osage teen Taryn Henderson last seen June 18 in Mason City
Authorities say the 17-year-old left YSS of North Iowa and has not been located; family is asking the public for help.
Osage hires experienced public works director
Ty Reimers will relocate from Minnesota after serving 12 years as a public works director.
Maple View agreement under review as contractor eyes remaining lots
City officials hope to encourage housing construction on eight undeveloped properties
Barb Schwamman looks back on a decade leading Osage and Riceville schools
Projects, students, and community support remain among Schwamman’s strongest memories from the past decade. Looking back on her years leading the Osage and Riceville school districts, …
Osage officials identify likely cause of splash pad leaks, most features restored
City changes winterization process after contractor identifies freeze damage
Little Cats' Daycare celebrates grand opening of new facility
A vision years in the making became reality June 15 as Little Cats' Daycare celebrated the grand opening of its new facility, welcoming families, supporters and community members to to…
Riceville Food Pantry helps bridge gap for families facing food insecurity
As grocery prices and household expenses continue to rise, the Riceville Food Pantry is seeing more families turn to its services for help putting food on the table.The pantry, which s…