The Osage Community School District has issued another update following a fire at Osage Middle School.

The Mitchell County Board of S

Lincoln Elementary’s four-year

If you would have told me in mid-October that I would own a Mitchell County newspaper—with a physical location, a growing staff and a strong foundation built around a paper that was, frankly, way down in the weeds—I would have told you there’s no way.

And yet, here we are.

OSAGE — Bailey Dohlman, County Youth Coordinator with ISU Extension and Outreach in Mitchell County, has been recognized with the County Services Pride of Extension Award for her outstanding leadership and impact on local youth programming.

OSAGE — As Mitchell County continues to invest in the strength of its healthcare system, local high school seniors pursuing careers in health care are encouraged to apply for the 2026 Mitchell County Memorial Foundation Scholarship, now open to graduating students countywide.

The scholarship, administered by the Mitchell County Memorial Foundation, supports students entering health-related fields and reflects a broader commitment to sustaining high-quality care for the community.

A student-created recognition program is helping shine a spotlight on kindness, leadership, and academic effort while encouraging peers to support one another throughout the school year at Osage High Scho

OSAGE, Iowa —

RICEVILLE, Iowa — Every Riceville High School student who competed at the district speech contest this season earned a berth to the state level, marking a rare and meaningful achievement for the school’s

MITCHELL COUNTY, Iowa — As winter temperatures plunge across north Iowa, Mitchell County Emergency Management officials are urging residents to take precautions to protect themselves, their families, and

OSAGE, Iowa — The Mitchell County Historical Society h

The 29th State recently completed a three-part histor

OSAGE — Commercial pesticide applicators looking to renew their certification will have several opportunities this winter through training sessions hosted by

RICEVILLE, Iowa — A new daycare facility is taking shape in the Riceville Community School District following years of planning, growing enrollment pressures, and a successful grant application