GILMAN — Experts call it the “Invisible Killer.” Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas which kills more than 150 people a year in the United States, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. One central Iowa family had a recent run-in with the gas early Friday ...

Carbon monoxide gas is a silent and deadly killer that can seep from fuel-burning home appliances. While it’s hard to detect the gas itself, the symptoms of poisoning can be spotted. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, they include: • Headache • Fatigue • Shortness of ...

For Anson Elementary kindergartner Ronaldo Mendez, there’s nothing better than solving an addition problem or helping his fellow students. “At Anson, our expectations are to be a respectful, responsible and active learner, and he is constantly being respectful, responsible and an active ...

JEFFERSON — This north-central Iowa town of about 4,200 people faces many of the problems other rural communities face: shrinking population, deteriorating downtowns, aging homes and consolidating schools. But a unique agreement with a Des Moines technology consultant could change its ...

TIMES-REPUBLICAN DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Public Health has been awarded $3.5 million over five years to implement the “Zero Suicide” model across Iowa. The state will partner with Foundation2, IDPH’s contractor for the Your Life Iowa helpline and with treatment programs ...

Eighty-five days after a EF-3 tornado slashed and pounded its way through Marshalltown's northside and down Main Street, there was a spirit of "Marshalltown Strong" evident at several locations Saturday. The local Central Business District, Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors ...

An ability to relate to his constituents is what Rep. Dean Fisher says makes him a strong candidate. “Being born and raised here on the farm, I think I’m pretty well grounded in the values of the average Iowans, especially in rural Iowa, which is what I serve,” he said. Fisher, who ...

It’s not about labels. Mindy Benson, who is running to unseat Dean Fisher as the representative of Iowa House District 72 and secure her first two-year term, wants to work on behalf of all constituents — not just those who share her political views as a Democrat. “I don’t see things ...

Since 1998, Dr. Grant Jacobson has provided medical care to the pets of Marshalltown and the surrounding area. Now, he is opening a clinic of his own. The Hometown Veterinarian, 101 Iowa Avenue West, Suite 300, will officially open its doors Oct. 20 with a grand opening celebration from 11 ...

State House Minority Leader Rep. Mark Smith is seeking his 10th two-year term representing Iowa House District 71. First elected in 2001, Smith said if re-elected, he would continue to work on health care and mental health reform, job training and creation, the public school system and equal ...

James Perez, who is running to unseat Mark Smith as the representative of Iowa House District 71 and secure his first two-year term, sees polarization. “I see the nation as divided. I think we’re on the verge of a society that doesn’t know what socialism involves and a political ...

CEDAR RAPIDS — Three farmers who pleaded guilty Friday in a large-scale organic grain fraud scheme were lured into participation by a Missouri businessman who was its mastermind, a defense lawyer said. The farmers "convinced themselves to look the other way" while Randy Constant marketed ...

BURLINGTON — The city of Burlington and the Iowa Criminal Investigation Division broke a state law by refusing to turn over all records after investigating a city police officer's accidental fatal shooting of a woman, a judge said. Administrative Law Judge Karen Doland said in a proposed ...

A surveillance camera helped Marshalltown police link a local man to a string of burglaries at a commercial strip on Linn Street, according to MPD reports. Earlier this week the MPD arrested Jimmy Allen Austgen, 49, on a host of charges ranging from burglary, theft-third degree, forgery and ...

A local man was arrested by Marshalltown police and taken to Marshall County Jail earlier this week after he threatened neighbors by displaying a rifle. Capt. Brian Batterson of the MPD said Devin Michael Lagrone, 18, displayed the rifle in such a way it intimidated neighbors and made them ...

Having more than one language is a coveted skill in today’s world and there are local efforts underway to increase bilingualism. Woodbury Elementary School’s dual-language program makes it unique among the six Marshalltown Schools elementary buildings. “We are not tied to our ...

RHODES — A West Des Moines woman is dead after a two-vehicle collision east of Rhodes Thursday morning. Amanda Lynne Wilken, 23, was killed as a result of the accident which occurred at 9:03 a.m. at the intersection of Durham Avenue and 295th Street according to a minimal crash report ...

Damaged homes in Marshalltown are set for a boost in repairs to the tune of $400,000 from Volunteer Iowa. Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the recovery effort Thursday. The money will be used “to equip and staff a mobile response unit that will make critical repairs to tornado-damaged homes in ...

Community members are welcomed to an Assault Care Center Extending Shelter and Support (ACCESS) open house next week. Agency officials will attend the open house set for 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Marshalltown Public Library, 105 W. Boone St., and refreshments will be offered. ACCESS ...

When cases of animal neglect and cruelty dominate news headlines, it can be easy to assume the perpetrators will be arrested and serve a long jail sentence. However, in Iowa that’s not always the case. To better education the public on Iowa’s animal cruelty, neglect and torture laws, the ...