Area fire departments, the Henry County Sheriff’s Department, and EMS responded to field fires this afternoon and a motor vehicle accident with injuries. Just outside of Trenton, a motor vehicle […]
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Meeting Cancellation Notice from Henry County Supervisors Due to Potential Special Election
The Henry County Board of Supervisors has announced a meeting cancellation. The Board reports the 1:30 p.m. meeting originally scheduled for today, Friday, February 13, 2026, has been cancelled due […]
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The Henry County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam targeting local families. On February 12, 2026, authorities discovered that scammers have been impersonating the Sheriff’s Office by calling […]
Read more navigate_nextIncident at Des Moines County Jail Leads to Additional Charges for Burlington Man
The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office has released details about an incident involving an inmate at the county jail. According to Sheriff Kevin Glendening, deputies responded at approximately 9:44 a.m. […]
Read more navigate_nextMediapolis Man Assaults Nurse
A Mediapolis man has been arrested following an assault on a nurse earlier this month On February 5, 2026, deputies with the Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to […]
Read more navigate_nextIowa State Penitentiary Inmates Charged with Attempted Murder
Two inmates at the Iowa State Penitentiary are facing attempted murder charges following a nearly fatal assault on two staff members last month. According to court records, Dennis Lane Lawson, […]
Read more navigate_nextSoutheastern Community College is offering free help for students and families who need assistance completing the FAFSA.
SCC will host two Financial Aid Workshops later this month to help individuals planning to start college this spring navigate the Free Application for Federal Student Aid process. Staff will […]
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