Increasing input costs. Narrow application windows. Tighter margins. It’s never been more important to do more with less in farming. That’s why more producers are investing in high-tech solutions to manage weeds more effectively, including See & Spray technology from John ...
BOONE — The population of Boone has changed little since 1925, said Mayor Elijah Stines. But Boone — now 12,400 according to the 2023 census, will grow — perhaps significantly — once workers begin construction of a proposed 750,000-square-foot facility to produce cottage cheese ...
WEBSTER CITY — “Trial by fire” may be a cliche, but for Nick Willwerth in his first year as general manager at United-Co-op, it’s more than appropriate. Willwerth took over the role of general manager in December 2023 after the retirement of long-time United Co-op General Manager ...
ROCKWELL CITY — As ongoing community projects continue in varying stages, new leadership has taken shape in Rockwell City. Phil Heinlen, who had been mayor for more than 20 years, died in late 2024. There is also a new city clerk, as Kelly Smidt resigned and Deputy Clerk Samantha ...
MANSON — Manson has a degree of acclaim due to a meteor that struck an estimated 74 million years ago, creating what’s known as the Manson impact crater. The NASA website says the crater, which is about 35 kilometers in diameter, is the largest impact crater recognized in the United ...
WEBSTER CITY — From a young age, drinking alcohol was normal for Todd Taylor because his grandfather owned a bar. Taylor was about 12 when he first started drinking. Unfortunately, that translated to addiction, and that addiction, he told an audience last summer, eventually led him to ...
