DES MOINES — Funeral directors Mike Schaaf and his son, Brian Schaaf of Oakcrest Funeral Services, were both recognized for their milestone years of service during the 146th Annual Iowa Funeral ...

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Orella Jean Holldorf, 90 of Algona, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Kossuth Regional Health Center in Algona. Her family will host a graveside service on Saturday, May 2, at 10 a.m. at East ...

ALGONA—Earning first place in seven different events, the Algona Bulldog boys’ track team were impressive in the first annual Brad Heitland Indoor Track Meet to highlight the performances of three ...

The Original Christmas Carols Writing an article for the paper on Christmas Day is a privilege for us pastors. Just last week, my good friend, Pastor Paul Avery mentioned that he had a godly jealously ...

150 Years Ago The Methodists will celebrate Christmas Eve at the Hall. A Christmas Tree and the dispensing of the gifts which Santa Claus is supposed in some inconceivable manner to have a hand in ...

Looking back with gratitude To the Editor: It’s the end of the year. The days are short, nights long, and memories in full abundance. Looking back, I’ve got a lot to be thankful for this year. I ...

Nitrate test strips and kits are a practical way to determine nitrate levels in water AMES – To help farmers and landowners better understand and monitor nitrate levels in surface and tile drainage ...

A mission trip to Guatemala for nine parishioners of Divine Mercy Parish of Kossuth County proved to be impactful to those they served and the missionaries. Among participants were Deacon David Penton ...

Multiple crews from the surrounding area battled an overnight fire at Hawkeye Pride Egg Farm near Corwith. The Bode Fire Department was among the departments called in to assist. The fire broke out ...

ALGONA—For the past four weeks it has been tough sledding for the Algona Bulldogs’ football team with four straight losses in district play, including three of those losses by a total of six points.