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AgState announces agronomy warehouse expansions

CHEROKEE — AgState is excited to announce the expansion of its Emmetsburg and Fonda agronomy businesses with the addition of new seed and chemical storage warehouses. This investment underscores AgState’s long-term commitment to strengthening its agronomy services, supporting local communities, and building value for its member-owners. Groundbreaking at both locations is scheduled for the summer of 2025, with estimated project completion by the end of the calendar year. “These expansions are about more than just added storage — they’re about preparing for the future,” ...

Kerri Shipley receives Stewart Memorial’s Path to Excellence Award

LAKE CITY — Stewart Memorial Community Hospital has recognized Kerri Shipley, financial counselor, as the newest recipient of the Path to Excellence employee recognition award. She has been a dedicated member of the Stewart Memorial team for nearly 12 years. Her decision to join the ...

State grants awarded for area industrial parks

Industrial park projects in Webster and Hamilton counties have received state grants to help pay for the process of getting the sites certified — an important step toward attracting businesses. The Greater Fort Dodge Growth Alliance received $1,603.75 for the Iowa Crossroads of Global ...

Country Maid sets fundraising mark

WEST BEND — Since 1991, Country Maid Inc., and Butter Braid pastries have helped raise more than $360 million for thousands of great causes. Mayshine, Country Maid’s fundraising division, and its network of dealers have changed the lives of millions of people through their fundraisers, proving they are dedicated to their mission of being the Bright Choice for Fundraising. “This is an incredible milestone and a testament to the power of community and purpose,” Lynn Bouska, the vice president of Mayshine, said in a written statement. “Our dealer network continues to ...

Clean energy company opens office in Gowrie

GOWRIE — Invenergy, a Midwest-based developer and operator of clean energy facilities, opened an office in Gowrie this week. The Gowrie office is Invenergy’s second local office in Webster County. It will serve as a central point for community members to learn about wind energy and ...

Supercharging soil with algae

Ever wonder how farmers like Russell Hedrick of North Carolina win national corn growing contests? While there’s no silver bullet, Hedrick used a system of biological inputs and regenerative management practices to help him reach 459.1 bushels per acre in 2022 — a milestone many corn ...