MANSON — Residents and visitors to Manson are going to enjoy the benefits of some Main Street renovations this summer in the Calhoun County town’s downtown business district and have several new businesses and other improvements to be proud of in their community. Thelma McGough, Manson ...

LAKE CITY — While Lake City lacks an actual lake — “Everything but the lake” is seen on signs welcoming visitors to the community — it does have a recently renovated place to not only swim, but enjoy a trip down a water slide. City Administrator and Clerk Eric Wood said the ...

LAURENS — In Pocahontas County, the Laurens Public Library is looking to add some melodies for its patrons to enjoy. Library staff are in the process of raising funds to create a music garden, which will be located just outside the entrance of the library. Glenda Mulder, the ...

ROCKWELL CITY — When a visitor to Rockwell City drives around the city square — with the Calhoun County Courthouse and the Calhoun County Freedom Rock on display — one thing they’ll quickly notice is what they’re not noticing. Its a nice smooth ride, the street is wide and there’s ...

CLARION — Housing is one priority Jordan Cook has at the top of his list. Cook, a native of Nebraska, is Clarion’s new city administrator. He began his duties on Dec. 4, replacing previous City Administrator Dustin Rief, who left for another position out of state about six months ...

SAC CITY — Over the past year, Sac City has seen a number of improvements to area buildings and landscapes to help make the town more visually appealing. And it’s all thanks to a late businessman. The late John H. Criss, the longtime owner of Chief Clothing and a lifelong resident of ...