Local News

Pack it away, or give it away?

Wednesday, 21 March 2012 10:20

Winterwear drive accepting donations now

    If you’re packing away winter coats, now is the perfect time to consider donating to the annual Engage! Winter Outerwear Drive.
    “Over the past four years, well over 3,200 articles of outerwear have been given away to families and individuals in the Clear Lake area,  including individuals served

Upmeyer, Bartz file for re-election

Wednesday, 21 March 2012 10:20

House Majority Leader Linda Upmeyer filed for election in House District 54 on Wednesday.
    House District 54 includes portions of Cerro Gordo, including Clear Lake, and Butler counties and all of Franklin County.
    Upmeyer said in July that she would move to the Clear Lake area, since her district (House District 12) was realigned after redistricting.  She is seeking her sixth term in the house.

Chamber announces new leader

Wednesday, 14 March 2012 11:34

Washington, Iowa Chamber exec will start here April 15   

The Board of Directors of the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Tim Coffey as its new executive director, effective April 15.

Almost down

Wednesday, 14 March 2012 11:32

Demolition of the former Lincoln School went into high gear this week, as heavy equipment begam dismantling the 1926 school.  Crews from  Charlson Excavating are doing the work.  This photo was taken