Osage band director Jeff Kirkpatrick honored after 41 years in music education
The recognition comes as Kirkpatrick prepares for his final concert this spring
St. Ansgar school board approves new concurrent enrollment science courses
The addition gives students another path to earn college credit without leaving high school
Cedar Lanes closes in St. Ansgar, ending decades of local bowling
With fewer bowlers and aging machines, owner Bill Perry kept the lanes going as long as he could
New superintendent ready to lead Osage, Riceville Schools into next chapter
OSAGE — Before Andy McQuillen ever thought about becoming a superintendent, he was focused on something simpler: people.That focus — understanding individuals, helping them grow, and b…
Osage students earn 33 Division I ratings at solo/ensemble contest
OSAGE — The Osage High School instrumental and vocal music departments turned in a strong showing at the Iowa High School Music Association Solo and Ensemble Contest, earning 33 Divisi…
Iowa Families Need Real Property Tax Relief, Not Half Measures
Across our district, I hear the same thing at doors, community events, and in conversations with farmers, homeowners, and small business owners: property taxes are too high, and they k…
MCRHC to open new Therapy Center on Pine Street May 4
OSAGE, Iowa — Mitchell County Regional Health Center’s new Therapy Center will open Monday, May 4, on Pine Street in Osage. Final preparations are underway as finishing touches come t…
Mitchell County addresses infrastructure and fiscal glitches
The Mitchell County Board of Supervisors navigated a dense agenda Tuesday morning, addressing high-stakes infrastructure ownership, significant tax-processing errors, and regional pub…
Nelson Media Company acquires The Grundy Register, continues rapid expansion of Iowa newspapers
GRUNDY CENTER — Just days after announcing the acquisition of three North Iowa newspapers, Nelson Media Company has confirmed another addition to its growing portfolio: The Grundy Regi…
Bridges Mentoring Program seeks volunteers as youth wait for matches in Mitchell County
Mentors, especially men, are needed as local youth remain on a waiting list
EDITORIAL: Buc-ee’s lives up to the hype
Like many of you, I had seen the buzz.Videos all over social media. People talking about this massive, almost mythical convenience store somewhere along the interstate. A place that wa…
Osage students explore agriculture at local Ag Fair
OSAGE — Students in Mrs. Patterson’s class had the opportunity to learn more about agriculture during a recent visit to a local Ag Fair.During the trip, students explored a variety of …
Osage students connect across grades during Leader in Me spring activity
OSAGE — Osage High School juniors and seniors spent time in elementary classrooms on April 3 as part of a Leader in Me spring activity, building connections with younger students throu…
Trooper speaks to Osage students on traffic safety
Trooper speaks to Osage students on traffic safetyOSAGE — Students at Osage Middle School received an important lesson in traffic safety during a recent presentation from Iowa State Tr…
Riceville first-grade students get hands-on lesson in local food sourcing
ELMA — First-grade students from Riceville Community School District recently took a field trip to Elma Locker & Grocery, Inc., where they learned firsthand about where their food come…
McQuillen selected as next superintendent for Osage, Riceville districts
OSAGE — The Osage Community School District and the Riceville Community School District have selected Andy McQuillen as their next superintendent following a joint search process.On Ap…