Callanan seeks Re-election to Cerro Gordo county Board of Supervisors
Republican Casey Callanan announced today that he’s seeking re-election as a Cerro Gordo county Supervisor. Among what he described as “pro-taxpayer accomplishments” achieved in his term, he cited his supportive role in having lowered the county’s tax levy during each year since he was elected. Callanan said, “We’ve lowered our countywide levy by 13% in […]
Rockwell City Council discuss utility payments
The Rockwell city council discussed utility billing, crosswalk painting, a local dog, “Mission Main Street”, and nuisance properties in their regular meeting on Wednesday, May 4. To begin, the council discussed partnership with the booster club to furnish Main Street with “Warhawk Nation” banners. With no confirmation on the number or price of the banners, […]
Active cases of COVID-19 double in Franklin County
After three weeks of modest activity, cases of COVID-19 in Franklin County have seen a significant increase in the last seven days, matching a trend consistent in the area as virus activity surges across the state. As of Monday, November 2, a total of 415 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in the county, increasing […]
Sheffield voters re-elect Sanders as mayor
SHEFFIELD — Sheffield voters re-elected incumbent Scott Sanders as mayor on Tuesday, Nov. 2 according to the unofficial vote count. Sanders received 143 votes, while challenger Lance Groh came in with 110. There was one write-in ballot. Two City Council At-Large positions were on the ballot, with Ryan Kruger and Julia Showalter claiming those spots […]
Rockwell City Council approves new patches for police
The Rockwell City Council heard from the police chief, discussed signage and the installation of the new park, and held the public hearing for the fiscal year of 2022-23 in their regular meeting on Wednesday, March 16. PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local […]
Thornton City Council moves forward on Water Improvement Project
THORNTON — The Thornton City Council approved a pair of contracts at its regular meeting Monday as they continued to move forward with the community’s Water Improvement Project. After hearing a proposal from Chris Diggins, Local Assistance Director from NIACOG, the Council approved entering into a contract with NIACOG for preparation of the Community Development […]
Sheffield City Council accepts Police Chief resignation
The Sheffield City Council discussed the resignation of the police chief, taxes on the new police vehicle, and lifeguards in their regular meeting on Monday, April 11. PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local news. Not yet a subscriber? Subscribe today!
Sheffield City Council discusses street improvement plan
Sheffield City Council discusses street improvement plan By Dick Fridley SHEFFIELD — The Sheffield City Council held a lengthy discussion at its regular meeting Monday night regarding a potential street improvement plan. Chase Holien, a design engineer with WHKS of Mason City, presented a preliminary plan determined by his firm regarding infrastructure […]
Cerro Gordo health experts voice concern about COVID spread
Cerro Gordo health experts pleaded with the public to be conscientious about the spread of COVID-19 at a joint press conference between MercyOne and Cerro Gordo Public Health on Monday, November 9. Dr. Paul Manternach, Chief Medical Officer at MercyOne, and Brian Hanft, the county’s Director of Public Health, spoke on Monday about the rapid […]
Sheffield City Council accepts Police Chief resignation
The Sheffield City Council discussed the resignation of the police chief, taxes on the new police vehicle, and lifeguards in their regular meeting on Monday, April 11. PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best local news. Not yet a subscriber? Subscribe today!