The 2025 Madison County Visitor’s Guide is now available, offering an updated and comprehensive resource for exploring the rich heritage, scenic landscapes, local businesses and services and vibrant ...

Joyce Franklin has owned and operated a quilt shop for over 43 years. Some of you may recall when she had her shop in Creston. In 1979, she was teaching adult education classes at Southwestern ...

A local child care center in Winterset celebrated big wins during this year’s Week of the Young Child, receiving special grant funding to enhance the week’s activities and welcoming a meaningful visit ...

Early spring paddling can provide solitude, exercise and an opportunity to see amazing wildlife. Extra precautions are needed to stay safe with unpredictable spring weather and fluctuating ...

The Board of Supervisors meeting last Tuesday afternoon was packed over capacity, with standing room only for those in attendance following the news that Madison County Auditor Teri Kaczinski has ...

The 2025 John Wayne Birthday Celebration is fast approaching, so mark your calendars for Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24. Presented by the John Wayne Birthplace and Museum, this year’s ...

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate issued a warning last week about fraudulent business practices soliciting investments from Iowans. As part of the scam, World Trade Coal (WTC) presents a fraudulent ...

The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union has named Jim Duea as their new assistant director, beginning his duties in July. The longtime Waukee and Waukee Northwest activities director will serve as ...

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Husky-Cardinal girls win shutout over Creston The Winterset-Earlham girls beat back the Creston Cardinals in a 6-0 shutout on Monday night at Winterset High School in the 15th straight time that the ...

50 YEARS AGO The City of Winterset resolved to hire a dog catcher. The US Army dropped the idea of a flood control plan for North River. Lesa Crow made the Drake mortar board. Scott Caudle and Don ...