Local News

DNR to Recap Hunting Seasons, Discuss Possible Rule Changes in Charles City Feb. 18

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings at which local staff will…

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Charles City Community Center Hosts Cabin Fever Bingo Saturday (02.01) Night

The Charles City Community Center, home to regular Tuesday Night Bingo, is bringing the fun to Cabin Fever Weekend. Judy…

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Former KCHA/KCZE Owner Hebel Passes

A former owner of radio stations, KCHA and KCZE, has died. James “Jim” Hebel bought KCHA in Charles City in…

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Dry Conditions Cause Grass Fires, Daycare Evac, Cautions

Charles City Fire Rescue says they were called late Thursday (01.30) morning/early afternoon for a field fire near Rotary Park…

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New Hampton Baseball Honored Twice by IHSBCA

It was a second place finish for New Hampton in the 2024 Class 2A State Baseball Tournament. Despite the loss…

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Iowa DNR Fishing Report for Week of January 30, 2025

NORTHWEST NORTHEAST MISSISSIPPI RIVER SOUTHEAST SOUTHWEST NORTHWEST Arrowhead Lake Ice thickness is 9 inches near the boat ramp. Areas in…

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PAWS Humane Society, Charles City Library Host Cabin Fever Events

Events for Cabin Fever Weekend in and around Charles City continue through Sunday (02.02). PAWS Humane Society will host Open…

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Bull News Podcast for Friday, January 31, 2025

Bull News Podcast for Friday, January 31, 2025….segment 1 Bull News Podcast for Friday, January 31, 2025….segment 2 Note: some…

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State Works to Return Purple Heart Medals, Perhaps One to Former Charles City Resident

Iowa State Treasurer Roby Smith is working to return Purple Heart medals to Iowans after several years of them being…

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IGHSAU Basketball Ranks Week of Jan. 30th…Denver, Riceville, St. Ansgar Remain in Top 15

2025 EIGHTH Iowa Girls High School Basketball Rankings Compiled by the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE…

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