The Cherokee Airport will be buzzing before sunrise on Sunday, May 31, as volunteers, pilots and early‑rising families gather for the community’s Annual Flight Breakfast, a tradition that blends …

The Star Spangled Spectacular is bringing back a crowd favorite for its milestone year. PetRock Band will return to Storm Lake on July 3, to headline an evening of live music and celebration as part …

Get ready for a great day of cars and community at the Rembrandt Quasquicentennial Classic Car Show! The event will take place Saturday, July 18, in Rembrandt with the lineup on South First Avenue. …

Dutch oven cooking 101 is back for Summer 2026. The first class will be taught Friday, May 22, at 5:30 p.m. at the South Shelter Area of Buena Vista County Conservation Park. The Naturalists will …

Step into color with a Kaleidoscope Forest painting class! Join AM Artworks at Witter Gallery and ‘explore’ this vibrant, reflective forest scene — no experience needed, …

Have an unfinished acrylic painting at home? Bring it in and let’s work on it together! This relaxed open studio session at Witter Gallery is designed for anyone who wants dedicated time to paint with a little guidance along the way.

The Storm Lake High School annual Spring Art Show attracted viewers young and old last Thursday through Saturday. …

Calling all spring lovers and flower fans! If you’re ready to soak up those fresh, cheerful vibes, join AM Artworks for a relaxing afternoon painting a tulip floral acrylic painting at Witter …

Have you ever wished to draw more pollinators to your garden? Are you eager to learn more about prairies? Do you love the idea of getting free plants? If you answered yes to any of these …

The frogs are calling, do you hear them? The Buena Vista County Naturalists will hold a frog calling program on Friday, May 1, at 7 p.m. at Gabrielson Park Shelter House near Sioux Rapids.   We …

More than 30 members of the Iowa Writers Collaborative will gather at Buena Vista University on Thursday and Friday for a retreat. The IWC networks professional writers and musicians by sharing their …

Storm Lake Area Performers of Tomorrow introduces their summer production “Firebringer” to be held June 26-28 at Storm Lake High School. This musical comedy is the story of how mankind …

The Cherokee Symphony Orchestra will present its Spring Student Concerto Concert on Sunday, April 26, at 4 p.m. in the upper level of the Cherokee Community Center. Admission is $15 for adults and …

The public is invited to Storm Lake High School’s Annual Spring Art Show, taking place Thursday, April 23 from 5-8 p.m.; Friday, April 24 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; and also on Saturday, April 25 from 11 …

Harmony at Dusk creates an opportunity for Buena Vista University students to collaborate with Witter Gallery to bring together live music, an interactive video experience and hands-on creativity. …

The Fonda Arts Center welcomes Rowyn and Josh Nielsen to the stage on Sunday, April 26, music starting at 3 p.m. Rowyn and Josh are a father daughter acoustic duo, and have been playing various …

The second Annual West Iowa Art Tour is Saturday, April 18, and offers stops in Carroll, Arcadia and Denison, where visitors can visit working studios, see recent artwork, talk with the local artists …

Paintings from the permanent collection are on display at Witter Gallery through May 1. While bright floral paintings by Ella Witter are in the north half of the gallery, works by Ian Cage, Timothy …

Congratulations to these Alta-Aurelia High School students whose work was selected for the Twin Lakes Conference Art Show.