The Washington County Fair in conjunction with the 4-H County Council is proud to announce its 2026 theme, “Stars, Stripes, and Summer Nights,” celebrating the timeless traditions, local pride, and […]
Read more navigate_nextAAA Weekly Fuel Report: Iowa Gas Prices Rise Slightly This Week
Gas prices are moving higher across Iowa this week. According to AAA, the average price for regular unleaded rose eight cents to $2.55 per gallon. That’s still 39 cents lower […]
Read more navigate_nextBurlington Man Found Guilty of Meth Precursor Possession
A Burlington man has been found guilty on a drug-related charge following a jury trial in Des Moines County. On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, a Des Moines County jury found […]
Read more navigate_nextHenry County Caucuses Monday, February 2, 2026 – Locations Announced
Henry County Republicans and Democrats have announced their caucus locations and times for Monday, February 2, 2026. For Republicans, caucus sites vary by precinct: Precinct 1: Waco High School Library […]
Read more navigate_nextWednesday Night Stabbing Leads to Arrest in Burlington
Burlington Police are investigating a stabbing that happened Wednesday, 1/28/26, on the city’s south side. Officers were dispatched just after 10:00 p.m. Wednesday to the 100 block of South 9th […]
Read more navigate_nextMariannette Miller-Meeks 1/29/26 Interview on KILJ
Iowa Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks is offering local listeners a closer look at what’s happening in Washington D.C. and here at home. Miller-Meeks recently connected with KILJ in an interview focused […]
Read more navigate_nextPolice Chief Murray Addresses Community Concerns at Mount Pleasant City Council Meeting on 1/29/26
The Mount Pleasant City Council met in regular session Wednesday evening, beginning the meeting by approving the consent agenda. Items included alcohol license renewals and annual requests from Midwest Old […]
Read more navigate_nextHenry County Health Center’s Senior Life Solutions Receives 2025 Two Track Program of the Year Award
Henry County Health Center’s Senior Life Solutions, has been named the 2025 Two Track Program of the Year, by Psychiatric Medical Care, which manages the program. Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC) […]
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