×

News

The new sparkplugs

Business

If you’ve stalled out, had a thumping under the hood, or simply don’t know your dipstick from your tailpipe, then you’ve probably taken your car down to D’s. D’s Auto is a local institution, but with the change of a single letter, this classic establishment is being passed on to a ...

Veteran STC employees speak on cash-in-lieu benefit

Local News

At Monday night’s school board meeting, many veteran teachers occupied public comments voicing their support for the cash-in-lieu of insurance benefit program that has been the subject of debate amongst the board in recent weeks. Speaking first was Joy Schirmer, an instructional coach ...

Hayek receives Marine Corps Reserves promotion

Local News

Brian Hayek, son of Betty and John Hayek of Toledo and formerly of Clutier, was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Marine Corps Reserves on Nov. 13, 2025, at the Pentagon by the Secretary of the Navy, The Honorable John Phelan. He was pinned on by his wife, Ashley, and his ...

Budget brawl

Local News

Monday saw a contentious meeting between the public and the Tama Council. There were technically two meetings on Monday: the first was a public hearing for the proposed tax rate, and the other was a work session for the council. The main topics of discourse between the council and the public ...

Tama County candidates file for June 2 primary election

Local News

TOLEDO – Last week Friday at 5 p.m. the county filing deadline passed for Iowa’s Tuesday, June 2, 2026 primary election. The offices of Tama County treasurer, recorder, and attorney, as well as two seats on the Board of Supervisors, will be on the ballot locally. The deadline for written ...

Just a roads report

Local News

The snow had melted away, taking with it the last remnants of a lingering winter; the seasons were changing, the sun was shining, and it was again Monday, time for the Tama County Supervisors meeting. If you were going to miss any Supervisors meeting, this was the one to miss, as very little ...

Clutier Alumni banquet set for April 11 at Post home

Local News

CLUTIER – The Clutier Alumni Association will meet on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for the annual banquet at the Clutier Legion Hall. Social hour begins at 4 p.m., with dinner following at 6 p.m. BYOB. The Clutier Public Library will be open from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. for alumni who would like ...

Spring events discussed at Elberon Legion Auxiliary

Local News

ELBERON — The James R. Kalina unit 226 American Legion Auxiliary of Elberon met March 12. With colors in place, the meeting was called to order by President Lorraine Vileta. Chaplain Marce Nekola gave an opening prayer. The "Vacant Chair," Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble to the ...

Celebrate ISU Extension and Outreach Week in Tama County

Local News

AMES – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Week is April 6-11. With county extension offices, specialists and staff located in all 99 counties, ISU Extension and Outreach connects Iowans throughout the state with education and resources. This celebration thanks Iowans for their ...