Entertainment
Pella Opera House to Host Sidewalk Prophets in March
The contemporary Christian band will perform an intimate acoustic show at the 300-seat theater.
Not Quite Brothers Returning to Pella Opera House
Popular 80s cover band set to take the stage on February 21st.
Emily Raff Performs at Pella Opera House
Acclaimed singer-songwriter brings her Nashville-influenced sound to Iowa venue.
Sports
Pella Christian Boys Basketball Defeats Albia in District Tournament
Pella Christian wins big in second round of Class 2A District tournament
PCM Football Players Sign Letters of Intent
Three Pella Community High School athletes commit to play at Grand View University
Central College Softball Coach Reflects on Strong Start
George Wares discusses the team's 2-0 beginning and outlook for 2026 season
Lifestyle
Pella Offers Free Youth Ice Skating Lessons
Pella Ice Sports Association hosts free skating lessons for kids 10 and under
Funeral Services Announced for Geraldine 'Jerri' Swanberg
Services to be held Saturday at Linn Grove United Methodist Church in Prole, Iowa
Pella Resident William 'Buck' Norris Passes Away
Norris, formerly of Knoxville, died at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
Crime
Bussey Man Receives Majority of Original Sentence for Sex Abuse Plea
Rory Alan Colyn's appeal to reduce his 10-year prison sentence was partially denied by the Iowa Court of Appeals.
Albia Resident Pleads Guilty to Stealing Meds from Pella Nursing Home
Jessica Lynn Emerson faces probation and fines for swapping out residents' prescriptions.
Hann Found Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse
Sixty-one-year-old convicted on one count of second-degree abuse
Politics
Pella City Council to Consider Public Hearings, Resolutions
Wide range of agenda items up for discussion at tonight's meeting
Chase Spencer Runs for Iowa House District 37
Candidate discusses his platform and vision for the district
Iowa Senate Candidate John Thorup Discusses Campaign
Thorup running for Iowa Senate District 11 seat
