Osage High School alum Joan Buchanan has added published author to her list of accomplishments.

ST. ANSGAR — Parents of children entering kindergarten or junior kindergarten in the fall of 2026 are invited to attend an upcoming informational meeting hosted by the Saint Ansgar Community School District.

The Kindergarten Parent Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 17 at 5:30 p.m. in the elementary cafeteria. The event is designed for families with students who will be part of the Class of 2039 and entering school during the 2026–2027 school year.

STACYVILLE — The Stacyville Fire Department recently received a generous donation from the Hackenmiller family following the annual Eric Hackenmiller Memorial Cribbage Tournament.

Proceeds from the tournament were presented to the department in appreciation of the firefighters and the services they provide to the Stacyville community. The Hackenmiller family organized the tournament in memory of Eric Hackenmiller, with community members attending the event to support the cause.

NORTH IOWA — Dani Ollenburg, a Clear Lake mother of three and former dental hygienist, has announced her candidacy in the Republican primary for the Iowa House district representing Worth and Mitchell counties and portions of Cerro Gordo and Floyd counties.

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Riceville FFA member Caleb Marr has been named the state winner in Diversified Crop Production Placement for his proficiency award through the Iowa FFA Association.

St. Ansgar — About 240 students in the St. Ansgar Community School District eat school breakfast on an average day, according to district officials.

OSAGE — Fresh-baked bread is rising every week at BecMar Diner, where the bakery department continues to expand its offerings for local customers.

OSAGE — Families across the community are invited to enjoy an evening of games, food and fun as the Osage PTO at Lincoln Elementary hosts a Family Carnival on Friday,

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CHARLES CITY, IA — Milkhouse Candle Company, America’s fastest-growing soy wax and candle manufacturing company, announced today the acquisition of the former Winnebago Industries facility located at 1100 11th Street in Charles City. The purchase closed on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.