Thornton man joins NIACC Foundation board
The NIACC Foundation last week announced the addition of new members to its board of directors. Chuck Schafer, of Thornton, is the general manager of North Iowa Cooperative. He earned a degree from NIACC in Agriculture Business and attended Winona State University. Schafer and his wife, Sherri, who also attended NIACC, have […]
Thornton plans water rate increase
By Travis Fischer The Thornton City Council discussed municipal finances during their regular meeting on Tuesday, March 8 at City Hall. At the meeting the council approved the budget for fiscal year 2016/17. This year’s budget sees the end of the city’s debt service for the water tower, freeing up $42,000 for […]
Salute to 2015 Franklin County 4-H
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Sheffield discusses recent economic developments
By Travis Fischer The Sheffield City Council on Monday met with Karen Mitchell, executive director of Franklin County Development Association (FCDA), for an informal update on the county’s economic happenings. Mitchell informed the council that Franklin County is considered to be at full employment and is in need of new workers to fill existing job […]