The Cat Hut and Hamilton County Animal Advocates announce the third annual rummage sale, a community-driven fundraiser to support local cats and kittens in need. The event will take place from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. June 19 and from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. June 20 at the Ed Prince Building, located on ...

When Abraham Lincoln was elected president of the United States on March 4, 1861, many of the southern states had already passed the Ordinance of Secession. When Lincoln issued his proclamation calling for 75,000 troops, the country was full of patriotism. That patriotism extended beyond ...

Editor’s note: Information on the Civil War is well-known, but what about some of the factors that led to its start? This week, we examine some of those issues and how, after years of growing tensions, the nation went to war with itself. The seeds of the Antebellum period in the United ...

Five full-time employees of the Briggs Woods Conference Center and the part-time staff will not have a job after Aug. 1. During the special meeting held Wednesday morning the Hamilton County supervisors announced that the staff had already been notified. The supervisors faced a full room ...

Nearly 20% of the 9,600 registered voters in Hamilton County voted at the Tuesday Primary election. In the Republican race for Iowa House District 55, Beau Klaver won the chance to face Cynthia Oppedal Paschen for the seat in the fall election. Klaver, from Kamrar received a total of 1,048 ...

It’s back. Market Nights, one of the most successful downtown chamber events returns tonight with more music, more vendors and a lot of enthusiasm. Starting at 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., Market Nights have produce, products and performances thoughout the evening. Tonight will introduce ...