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MHS seniors announce next steps during ‘Decision Day’

On Decision Day, which was held Monday, Marshalltown High School seniors came together to share their post-graduation plans. Along with sharing their plans, they shared words of wisdom with the incoming freshmen, enjoyed dirty sodas from Inclusion Fusion and cookies, and picked up some college ...

Daily Record, May 19, 2026

Marshall County Courthouse Court May 18 • Karri Rekay Rogers made an initial appearance on a driving while barred charge, a fraudulent use of registration charge, a no insurance charge and a speeding charge. The pubic defender’s office is appointed as counsel. The preliminary hearing is set for 9:30 a.m. on June 8. • Amelia Marie Robinson made an initial appearance on a theft-fifth degree charge. Brian Mercy is appointed as counsel. A pre-trial conference is set for 9:30 a.m. on June 17 in Magistrate Court. • Jasmeyn Ericka Aguilar made an initial appearance on a ...

The National Road connected a young nation

Editor’s Note: With new settlements being established in the Northwest Territory, leaders of the still young United States tackled another issue — how to link cities in the east with new opportunities in the west. This happened through an act of Congress creating what came to be known as ...

Scenes from the Lincoln Highway Bridge Festival parade

The annual Fiesta Season of town celebrations and other events officially kicked off last weekend with the Lincoln Highway Bridge Festival in Tama, which included a parade through the downtown area on Saturday morning featuring the Color Guard, local first responding agencies, a wide variety ...