Osage Public Library promotes ‘1,000 Books Before Kindergarten’ program
The program challenges parents, grandparents and caregivers to read 1,000 books to their newborns, infants and toddlers before they enter kindergarten
BecMar Diner announces gingerbread contest winner, donates to Paws Humane Society
Total contribution to $260 that will be delivered to the organization
CREATE highlights local impact during 2025, thanks Osage community
Over the course of the year, CREATE gave back $5,664 to local organizations
Blizzard brings whiteouts, rescues to Mitchell County; I-35 shut down across northern Iowa
Winds over 50 mph turned 2 to 6 inches of snow into the area’s worst blizzard since 2019
Mitchell County supervisors approve $4.5 million bond issue with one dissenting vote
The Mitchell County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved the issuance of $4.545 million in general obligation urban renewal bonds to refinance several county and community project…
Mitchell County Conservation board objects to CO2 pipeline through wildlife area
The Mitchell County Conservation Board voted unanimously, with one abstention due to a conflict of interest, to formally object to Summit Carbon Solutions’ proposed carbon dioxide pip…
Osage CSD earns ‘High Performing’ rating in state rankings
The Osage Community School District has been rated “High Performing: in the inaugural release of the Iowa School Performance Profiles at the district level, marking a significant mile…
Weekly Front: On snow — And knowing when it’s time to let it go
Early winter storms spark a familiar Iowa debate over when snow belongs — and when it doesn’t
Mitchell County Regional Health Care celebrates laboratory expansion in Osage
Facility improvements designed to enhance care for patients across Mitchell County
Coding confidence takes root at Osage Community School District
Middle school STEM teacher Thatcher Goodale blends creativity, community pride and problem-solving to show students they can build — and belong — right here in Osage
Foreclosure at Maple Heights Brings Developer and City Comments
The downtown Maple Heights apartment renovation, which received state grant funding, is now facing foreclosure, despite city officials saying the residential units were completed and …
Mitchell County officials warn of winter delays amid staffing shortages
Mitchell County officials warned residents last Tuesday that snow removal and winter road maintenance could take longer than usual this season due to ongoing staffing shortages within…
Osage Education Foundation seeks nominations for Distinguished Alumni awards
The Osage Education Foundation is celebrating 25 years of supporting local schools, teachers, and students, and board members say one of its most visible traditions, the Distinguished …
AGventure trip possible thanks to pilot grant
Osage students immersed in ag during Texas trip
Scholarship to honor Osage alum, Ryan Hemann
One young man left a lasting impression on all who knew him, and now, thanks to his classmates, his memory and legacy will have an impact on future generations through a scholarship se…
James relishes in public service as chamber director
After joining the Osage Chamber Board of Directors at the beginning of 2025, Rielly James moved into being the face of the chamber in early fall.“The most appealing aspect of the role …