Fire – man’s greatest discovery. Harnessing this element of the earth helped bring mankind into a new age and brought us to where we are today. But how did we get here exactly? What did that …

The Storm Lake United Foundation is proud to announce that the inaugural Gary Lalone Classic Golf Outing raised $5,500 to support the foundation's efforts to strengthen local businesses and enhance …

Directors Mollie Loughlin and Rosanne Loucks chose this musical for the inspiring message and fun songs.   Mollie says, “These songs get stuck in your head! You’ll be singing them for …

Blind Justice: the blindfolded lady balancing a scale, which symbolizes the legal concept where the law is applied objectively, impartially and without bias. Often a statue on top of a courthouse. …

“Beyond Brushes: A Celebration of Color and Raised Impressions” is on display at Witter Gallery through June 27. The exhibition of paintings by Glidden artist   Brooke Peterson — Brooke J …

Fans of PBS documentaries will be quick to notice Buena Vista University History Professor Bill Feis as the primary narrator of a new Iowa PBS documentary on Grenville M. Dodge entitled “General …

Timko, Radke inspired by pets who ‘were there’ in dire circumstances A Western-themed fundraiser planned for June 27 at the Cobblestone called Rescue Roundup will bring Caring Paws Rescue …

Visitors to the Buena Vista County Historical Museum were able to see the first editor of the Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, or at least a person dressed up like him, Sunday afternoon. It was Dave …

Former Buena Vista County sheriff and Alta resident Chuck Eddy was one of some 150 veterans, volunteers and medical staff who made the day-long trip to Washington D.C. May 26 on the latest Brushy …

After a year in the making, Nieland Custom Meats in Newell held a grand opening May 21, which attracted a whole street-full of folks enjoying free “world famous” pork burgers. …

“I’ve never wanted to be an educator anywhere else,” says Barb Lange as she retires from her 34-year career with the Storm Lake Community School District. Known for an eternal smile, Lange …

The Storm Lake Parade of Flags Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s Memorial Day speaker, Sgt. 1st Class John Felton of Storm Lake. He will address the audience at the Memorial Day …

Buena Vista University graduates clutched their diplomas Saturday afternoon at Siebens Fieldhouse as they marched out to Coronation March from Star Wars. Chosen as the student speaker for the …

Graduation is in the air, and among the Tornadoes set to accept diplomas Sunday, are two seniors proficient in three languages. By all accounts, Storm Lake High School’s Seal of Biliteracy …

When Omaha artist and Alta native Chelsey Petersen was asked to create a mural on the building behind The Lord’s Cupboard in Alta, she didn’t hesitate. She unleashed her colorful style last …

The Cobblestone Ballroom and Event Center in Lakeside was recognized by Senator Joni Ernst Thursday afternoon with the “Congressional Small Business of the Week Award.” Ernst presented the …

Aron and Crystal Nieland of Newell said they were stumped when their three-year-old daughter Remi fell asleep during supper last Thursday and was unable to wake up the next morning. After nearly …

Sac County parks laced with THC gummies? K9s say no A seven-year-old child chewed a gummy found Monday evening at the Schaller city park, which was later determined to contain narcotics, …

A severely emaciated Doberman was rescued a month ago only a few miles from where three dogs were found tied inside a garbage bag Feb. 5 in a ditch near Rembrandt. The dog is recovering at …

Alicia Heuton of Albert City ran the Boston Marathon Monday, April 20. “It was a goal I had made for myself a long time ago,” Heuton told the Times Pilot. “There are a lot of people there that …