Looking through lists of the “great” inventors, one finds that many were born in larger towns, often to established families. One exemption, however, is Louis Pasteur, born into a poor farming …

Congratulations to 2012 Storm Lake High School graduate Moses Tut who has been named to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 2024 “40 Under 40.” Tut lives in the Twin Cities and is …

Kids Fest gets extra-magical this year, with special guest performer Mikayla Oz! One of Iowa’s most sought-after performers, Mikayla will offer two 30-minute shows during Kids Fest on Sunday, …

Seniors 4.0:   Adrian Altena, Gabriel Chance, Abigail Else, Jayley Endrulat, Kinzie Hagen, Tess Pacza, Noah Shepherd, Tatum Shepherd, Madison Stowater, Kierstin Volkert, Kenna Wiese, Morgan …

The Star Spangled Spectacular’s annual children’s art contest has selected Delilah Luce and Bailey Aube as its two “Light up the Sky on the Fourth of July” 2024 winners. Delilah Luce, a …

Team Iowa will host a free screening of the documentary "Gridshock" on Sunday, June 16, at Storm Lake High School from 7 to 9 p.m. The film, directed by Vanessa McNeal, a survivor of sexual violence, …

A muskrat glides serenely down the creek. A red-winged blackbird hangs on despite the wind. A painted turtle paddles along.

If you are between the ages of six and 15 and enjoy fishing, come on out to Gustafson Lake –– Gabrielson Park at Sioux Rapids on Saturday, June 8, for the annual Buena Vista County Conservation …

The question “When was the dam built?” comes up occasionally, especially now, after a long dry spell and water is churning merrily over Storm Lake’s outlet dam. Research by local historian Jon …

Buena Vista University congratulates more than 500 students who were named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List. The Dean's List recognizes full-time students achieving a 3.5-grade point average or higher …

Mark your calendar for The Bridge of Storm Lake Run for Our Future. This run/walk will support The Bridge’s summer youth programs. Races begin at 8 a.m. 1/2 marathon will begin at 7 a.m.   …

Karla Ortega Hernandez was born in Des Moines to Jose Hernandez, moving to Storm Lake when she was a little over a year. She has several siblings: Angie Castillo, 15, is a Storm Lake High School …

BV Glass & Paint A Storm Lake United ribbon cutting and open house for BV Glass & Paint took place May 31 at the new location at 120 E. 16th St. in Storm Lake. Cutting the ribbon …

Dramatic arias about soup spilled from a stage inside Storm Lake Public Library on Tuesday during a brief but energetic puppet show.  Friends of the Library and Witter Gallery collaborated to …

June 10: Fried chicken, cheese hash browns and vegetables June 11: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes and corn June 12: Sloppy Joe, mac and cheese and salad June 13: Spaghetti with meatballs, …

The Diocese of Sioux City Office of Multicultural Ministries announced that Bishop Walker Nickless has authorized a second load of food and supplies be collected and shipped to Catholic Charities of …

Albert City will observe its 125th anniversary this year in conjunction with the annual Summerfest event coming up June 13-16. “It’s going to be a lot of good old fashioned fun,” said Karen …

Volunteers at Storm Lake Senior Center’s Dinner Date/home delivery program were honored with a free meal Friday at noon. Up to 35 volunteers handle 40-50 deliveries to elderly citizens Monday …

The City of Storm Lake would like to remind the public about construction permit regulations. Knowing in advance when permits and inspections are necessary can prevent frustrating delays or expensive …

Former Storm Laker Amy Freese, now living in Chicago, appeared on NBC’s “America’s Got   Talent” May 28 with her dogs Daisy May and   Clifford. This photo was taken by John Cullen …