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Todays News

Efforts underway to secure future of MPACT program

A local program established nearly six years ago to assist Marshalltown Police Department (MPD) officers solve crimes instead of dealing with family conflicts, homelessness, mental illness and more has been a proven success, according to those who have participated in it. More recently, ...

Marshall County Democrats reopen campaign office

Eight years have passed since the Marshall County Democrats had a campaign office. But now their new space is open, making it easier for residents to get information about Democratic candidates. Chair Tom Swartz said the party moved out of the previous location after sustaining damage from ...

Megan Gonzalez named West Marshall High School guidance counselor

STATE CENTER — Megan Gonzalez takes on the duties of West Marshall High School guidance counselor after two years teaching health and TAG (Talented and Gifted). “I’m just incredibly, incredibly honored to be stepping into that role at West Marshall. Patti (Edler) built an outstanding ...

Iowa had twice the drinking water violations for nitrate in 2025 as in 2024

A report from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources shows Iowa had 36 nitrate-related drinking water violations in 2025, which is more than double the number reported in 2024. Each year, DNR submits a compliance report to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency detailing violations of ...

Hannah Frahm crowned 2026 Central Iowa Fair Queen

The Holly Jolly festivities officially kicked off at the Central Iowa Fair on Wednesday, including one of the most exciting moments of the week, the crowning of the Central Iowa Fair Queen and Little Miss Princess. The 2026 Queen is Hannah Frahm, pictured at left, a West Marshall alum who just ...