On Thursday, July 28, 2022, at approximately 4:35 pm, Buchanan County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident near Jackson Avenue and 238th Street south of Independence. Accor…
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August is National Immunization Awareness month. With back-to-school season in full swing, it only makes sense that parents should pay special attention to what vaccines their children need fo…
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For the 13th year, the popular Independence “Underground” tour will again be held in downtown Independence. See the ‘hidden remains’ of the 1873-4 era of “Main Street” (now 1 st St. E) There w…
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Buchanan County Sheriff’s Deputies have seen an increase in speed-related violations on our public roadways. Several high-speed traffic citations have been issued, costing in upwards of $500.
OELWEIN — Mary Kay Miller, 76, of Oelwein, died Thursday morning, August 4, 2022, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
INDEPENDENCE – A lot of fun has been had this summer at IPL. We’ve hung out with Backyard Friends, wrangled reptiles, enjoyed ice cream and garden tours, gathered around the campfire listening…
INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Community School District (ICSD) is preparing to ask the community to continue to invest in the schools by support a Physical Plant and Equipment (PPEL) levy vo…
Following the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance and the Conservation Pledge, club members listened as guest speaker and local florist Casey Allen shared some of her experiences and knowledg…
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DENVER – Nothing is better than celebrating with friends and family!
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Did you ever plan an event and then worry if the weather would cooperate? Of course you would, but this time everything was just perfect. The sun was out, no rain and the temperature was great…
INDEPENDENCE – City Manager Al Roder was recently recognized by Buchanan County Emergency Management (BCEM) for his service to the community.
OELWEIN — Kenneth Gillpatrick will turn 100 years old on August 13, 2022.
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INDEPENDENCE – As the Dog Days of Summer come to a close, so does the career of beloved Independence K9 Officer Tyton. After seven years of service, K9 Tyton’s last duty shift was Saturday, Ju…
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The first weekend of August has arrived, and everyone in and around Lamont knows what that means.
INDEPENDENCE – The Independence water towers have undergone a recent makeover.
MONTICELLO —Camp Courageous will be hosting the 43rd Annual Pineapple Gala on Friday August 19 at the downtown DoubleTree Convention Center in Cedar Rapids beginning at 6:00 PM. The evening wi…
INDEPENDENCE – BCHC is pleased to welcome Joud Dib, MD from Allen Hospital Cardiology to the BCHC Oelwein Specialty Clinic, located at 2405 Rock Island Road. Dr. Joud visits the BCHC Oelwein S…
INDEPENDENCE – The Independence Farmer’s Market enjoyed a beautiful morning by the Wapsipinicon River and Mill last Saturday.
INDEPENDENCE – Local officials and US Representative Ashley Hinson met Monday afternoon to learn about past road and bridge projects from Buchanan County Engineer Brian Keierleber and about re…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today questioned witnesses at a hearing to address law enforcement safety and the rising crim…
INDEPENDENCE – The Buchanan County Health Trust is pleased to award $48,475 in grant funding to the following area organizations to fulfill their requests for health related projects and equipment.
