The Central County Fair is just around the corner, and this year’s lineup of activities at the fair will be fun for all youth and adults. These events are sponsored by the Marshall County Extension and Outreach Office. Reach out to Program Coordinator Chelsea Llewellyn with any questions ...

Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto invites nonprofits in its Iowa and Wisconsin store communities to apply for its 2026 More For Your Community grants now through July 31. The grant program, which is supported by the Theisen’s Charitable Fund and through a partnership with the Community ...

CEDAR FALLS — New alumni were added to the roster of graduates of the University of Northern Iowa. A * preceding a name indicates "graduated with honors," ** means "graduated with high honors," and *** means "graduated with highest honors." Area students receiving degrees include: Erin ...

DES MOINES — The spirit of learning comes alive at the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Aug. 13-23, with two interactive spaces in Maytag Family Theaters. This year marks the debut of the NEW All-Iowa Classroom – it's an interactive space for discovering new skills and learning from Iowa experts ...

LOCAL GRAINS The prices paid for cash grain in central Iowa at the close of trade on June 26, 2026. Corn: $3.72 - 3.91 Soybeans: $10.66 - 10.93 Weather Reporting Guidelines Temperatures Yesterday's High 77 Yesterday's Low 65 Last High 87 Last Low 70 Precipitation Through 7 ...