Fired up to help

Even Superman needs a hand every once in a while. The families of the U.S. Army Reserve Firefighting unit in Creston now have one more resource available to them in times of need. At the end of April, Tiffany Berndt started the Creston Army Reserve Firefighter Family Readiness Group (FRG), a group that focuses on giving support and finding resources for the families of soldiers who are away from home or deployed. ... Read More »

Local news

CHS calendar

Activities scheduled at Creston Schools. ... Read More »

Clearfield plans Memorial Day Weekend events

CLEARFIELD — Woodside Post 97 of the American Legion has the following events scheduled in Clearfield Memorial Day Weekend ... Read More »

Sports

Patton, Shepherd shine at state track

DES MOINES — Murray junior Kate Patton and Corning senior Tiffany Shepherd racked up the medals at the Coed State Track Meet here Friday and Saturday, finishing with a combine ... Read More »

Mount Ayr boys rise to the occasion in Class 2A field

DES MOINES — The Mount Ayr boys track team knew it was going to face stiff competition in the Class 2A field at the Coed State Track Meet here over the weekend, and the Raider ... Read More »

Opinion

Give your mom a big hug and a thank you this Sunday

This Sunday is Mother's Day. It's a wonderful day to say "Thank you" to good ole mom for all the wonderful things she has done for you over the years. ... Read More »

Another side of the story

From Betty Johnston • Murray | In the April 23 paper, Vicki Allen wrote an "Other side of the story" on the great success of the livestock industry. ... Read More »

Obituaries

Wayne Kordick – Corning

Wayne Kordick, 82, of Corning died May 15, 2013, at Alegent Creighton Health Mercy Hospital in Corning. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday, May 20, at St. Patric ... Read More »

Community

Mikkelsen, Hardisty plan July wedding

Rick and Carol Mikkelsen of Orient announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter Suzy to Drew Hardisty, son of Randy and Shelley Hardisty of Afton. ... Read More »

Dining

Healthy foods and creative recipes provide vitamin D when sunshine is scarce

(BPT) - When days are short and sunshine is scarce, it's only natural to feel a little out of sorts. The sun is the body's chief source of vitamin D, and for many Americans, c ... Read More »

Health

Baby boomers and driving vision - maintaining safety and independence

It is estimated that by 2030, nearly one in five adults will be 65 and older, and nearly double the 40 million today by 2050. This will lead to a significant increase in older ... Read More »

Family

Boarding your four-legged family member

Whether traveling for business or fun, it's not always practical to take along a four-legged family member. Arranging care of a beloved pet for an extended absence can be daun ... Read More »

Eco Living

Five fast fixes and tips for a summer-ready car

With summer just around the corner, it's time to get your car in tip-top shape to withstand hot days and long road trips. Summer driving requires your car to run differently, ... Read More »

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