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Education

Safe Routes to School surpasses 30% of goal

The Safe Routes to School infrastructure project has made significant strides forward. With key grants secured, community fundraising well underway, and widespread support growing, this nearly $1 million initiative is moving steadily from vision to reality. The Iowa Department of ...

Tama County Turtles place first in State WHEP competition

AMES – The Tama County Turtles took first place in the State Wildlife Habitat Education Program (WHEP) senior team division, including Josey Wacha, Levi Murty, Rachael Murty, and Wyatt Silhanek. The State WHEP Competition was held on April 12 in Ames. The Iowa 4-H WHEP competition provides ...

Andresen logo design selected as winner

TAMA COUNTY — The Middle Iowa Watershed Management Authority has selected Wyatt Andresen, 11th grade student at East Marshall High School in Le Grand, as the winning artist of the Middle Iowa WMA logo design contest. The Middle Iowa WMA announced the contest in November 2024 and opened ...

Get ready for an unforgettable summer of adventure with Tama County 4-H!

TOLEDO – Tama County 4-H is gearing up for an action-packed summer filled with exciting activities for youth of all ages! And you do not have to be a 4-H member to attend! Whether you're eager to explore the great outdoors, try something new, or make lasting memories with friends, this ...

Blocker, Houghton crowned STC prom royalty

STC held prom on Saturday, April 12. King Cody Blocker, right, and Queen Hannah Houghton, left, were crowned during the grand march. Students enjoyed dancing the night away at the Enchanted Garden followed by after prom. After prom was hosted by the junior class parents. All STC ...

2025 STC Prom Court

Saturday, April 12, at 8 p.m. in the South Tama County High School gym for the Grand March of prom attendees, introduction of the royalty candidates, and the announcement of Prom King & Queen!

Iowa House sends school funding bill to Gov. Kim Reynolds

DES MOINES – The Iowa House this past Tuesday (April 8) passed the state K-12 school funding package for the 2025-2026 school year and sent it to the governor’s desk. Senate File 167, passed 59-36, sets the State Supplemental Aid (SSA) rate at 2%, increasing the per-pupil funding for K-12 ...