DONNELLSON, Iowa — The 2025 Lee County Fair kicked off with its traditional showcase of skill, care, and connection between young riders and their horses, drawing a crowd for the […]

DONNELLSON — First-time fair exhibitor Jessa Hawk is already making a name for herself in the horse arena at the Lee County Fair, competing in an ambitious ten classes during […]

DES MOINES, Iowa (July 7, 2025) – Farmers across Iowa made steady progress last week thanks to improved weather, logging an average of 4.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the […]

MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa — Individuals interested in becoming substitute teachers in Iowa will soon have an opportunity to earn their authorization through a virtual course offered in partnership with the […]

MOUNT PLEASANT, IOWA – Do you love Mount Pleasant and want to show it off to thousands of fairgoers? Now’s your chance! Organizers are calling on enthusiastic volunteers to help […]

Fort Madison, Iowa – The Lee County Narcotics Task Force has announced the arrest of a Fort Madison man on a range of felony and misdemeanor drug charges following the […]

Get ready to fire up the grills—Farm Bureau Day is bringing the sizzle to the Lee County Fair on Saturday, July 12th, with its annual Cookout Contest. This mouthwatering event […]

SALEM, Iowa – Drivers in Salem should be prepared for temporary changes along Jackson Street/Salem Road (J-20) as Henry County crews begin road maintenance work east of Main Street. According […]