Today’s news
Pella Tulip Queen and Royal Court Debut Spring Performance
Annual Tulip Time festival preview features new queen and court members.

Carroll Resident Paul Schaben Passes Away at 86
Funeral services scheduled for longtime Carroll community member.
Steven Day Petersen, Iowa Resident, Dies at 76
Longtime Wyoming, Iowa resident and silversmith passed away at Anamosa Care Center.
Recent news
Mar. 9, 2026
Harry James Sawyer, 62, Passes Away
Funeral services scheduled for Saturday, March 14th in Harlan, Iowa
Mar. 9, 2026
Jimmie Steffens, Longtime Iowa Aviation Manager, Dies at 71
Steffens worked at airports across the state during his career before passing away peacefully at his home in Pocahontas.
Mar. 9, 2026
Longtime Iowan Larry Jacobsen Dies at 86
Jacobsen's survivors include his children, grandchildren, and siblings across the Midwest and California.
Mar. 9, 2026
Longtime Griswold Resident Wayne Ewing Dies at 80
Ewing passed away at the Exira Care Center with family by his side.
Mar. 8, 2026
West Des Moines Scout's Project Still Serves Kids Today
Troop 242 scoutmaster shares memories of Sgt. Declan Coady's Eagle Scout work building chairs for Iowa Youth Homeless Centers
Mar. 8, 2026
Longtime Solon-North Liberty Resident Duane McAtee Dies at 81
Services celebrating Duane's life will be held at Solon United Methodist Church on March 12, 2026.
Mar. 8, 2026
Beloved Iowa Contractor Josh Hansen Dies in Snowmobile Accident at 39
Family, friends, and community mourn the loss of a man known for his adventurous spirit, hard work, and deep loyalty.
Mar. 6, 2026
Beloved Chiropractor Dr. Howard LeRoy Hunt Dies at 80
The longtime Fairfield, Iowa practitioner was remembered for his community service and dedication to patient care.
Mar. 4, 2026
Keota Firefighters Reach Major Service Milestones
Two volunteer firefighters honored for decades of dedication to the department.
Mar. 4, 2026
KCJJ Co-Owner Janet Soboroff Dies After 2-Year Battle with ALS
Soboroff, 77, was a longtime community leader and radio station operator.
Mar. 3, 2026
Memorial Service Announced for Douglas Owen Jordan
76-year-old Grundy Center resident to be honored on April 16
Mar. 3, 2026
Christopher Melanson, Iowa Janitor, Dies Unexpectedly at 38
Melanson is survived by his two young sons and remembered for his love of the outdoors and time with family.
Mar. 2, 2026
Longtime Clear Lake Resident Lorraine French Dies at 94
Lorraine Beverly (Stalker) French passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family during her 94th birthday celebration week.
Mar. 2, 2026
Funeral Service Announced for Nancy Ann Amunson of Clarksville
76-year-old resident passed away on February 27, 2026
Mar. 2, 2026
Panora Resident Darrell Carl Shook Passes Away at 73
Celebration of Life scheduled for June 7 at Panora First Christian Church
Mar. 1, 2026
Iowa Construction Worker Todd Bean Dies at 57
Bean was known for his love of music, fishing, and time with his great-granddaughter.
Mar. 1, 2026
Celebration of Life Planned for Teresa Arlene Cihak Gerkey
The 69-year-old Chariton resident will be honored at a future event.
Feb. 28, 2026
North Liberty to Host 'City Soirée': A Prom Night for Grown-Ups
Dust off those formal wear options! The City of North Liberty is offering adults a chance to relive the magic of prom with the 'City Soirée,' a 21+ event scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the newly opened Hy-Vee Center in Centennial Park.
Feb. 27, 2026
Davenport Fire Department joins Illinois mutual aid network
Stronger backup during major emergencies, improved regional coordination
Feb. 27, 2026
University of Iowa faculty break silence on infertility, pregnancy loss through 'Chalk' theater
The deeply personal dance-theater work premieres in Iowa City March 21–24.