Strong winds are creating difficult travel conditions across the region today, particularly for high-profile vehicles traveling on north-south roads. Forecasters say west to northwest winds are expected to gust between […]
Read more navigate_nextRiverside Man Facing 15 Felony Counts to Go to Trial Later This Month
A jury trial has been scheduled for a Riverside man facing multiple felony sex abuse charges in Washington County. Fifty-one-year-old Jason Bex is charged with sexual abuse, incest, and lascivious […]
Read more navigate_nextCentral Lee Principal Heather Fuger Elected SAI Vice President
Central Lee Elementary Principal Heather Fuger has been elected vice president of the School Administrators of Iowa (SAI) for the 2026-27 term. Fuger has served as principal of Central Lee […]
Read more navigate_nextRumors of Evacuation at Iowa Army Ammunition Plant Under Investigation
Reports began circulating Thursday afternoon that employees and contractors were evacuated from the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant near Middletown. At this time, officials have not confirmed the reason for the […]
Read more navigate_nextKILJ to Host Henry County Attorney Candidate Forum Friday
Residents of Henry County will have the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates seeking the position of County Attorney during a special forum hosted by KILJ Radio this week. […]
Read more navigate_nextTemporary Water Shutoff Planned Monday for Winfield Avenue Reconstruction
Mount Pleasant Municipal Utilities has announced a temporary water shutoff scheduled for Monday, March 16, weather permitting, as work continues on the Winfield Avenue reconstruction project. Water service will be […]
Read more navigate_nextMount Pleasant Municipal Utilities Board Approves Audit, Reviews Utility Projects
The Mount Pleasant Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees met Tuesday, February 24th, at the utilities conference room on North Adams Street. During the meeting, trustees approved the Fiscal Year 2024–2025 […]
Read more navigate_nextOld Threshers Announces 2026 KILJ Stage Entertainment Lineup
The Midwest Old Threshers Reunion has announced its lineup of entertainment for the KILJ Stage during the 2026 Labor Day weekend celebration in Mount Pleasant. Kicking off the weekend on […]
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