Congratulations to Deb and Brent Hendriks, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married on May 17, 1975 in Storm Lake. Celebrating the special day with family and friends included …

Join us for a card shower celebrating the 65th wedding anniversary of Ron and Eleanor Dicks on June 11, 2025. We encourage you to share your memories, photos, and well wishes for the happy couple. …

The St. Mary’s school year concluded with sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students participating in an academic extended-classroom experience, traveling to the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in …

Marlin turns 90 on June 13. Let Marlin know you are thinking of him on this special day. Cards can reach him at: Marlin Weier, 204 W High St., Linn Grove, IA 51033

Ronald Hinners of Storm Lake turns 90 on July 1. An open house will be held at the Cobblestone on June 29 from 1-5 p.m. Ronald was the owner/operator of Ron’s Farm Service, retiring in 1998.

Marge Miller turns 80 years young on June 14! She will celebrate with her two sons, their wives and her grandchildren. Cards can reach her at: 1101 Ontario St. Unit F Storm Lake, IA 50588.

Saki Khaoorn came to The City Beautiful in a roundabout way. “My dad was in a refugee camp in Thailand, then he came here to Storm Lake from Laos,” Saki explained. “A few months …

Buena Vista University’s computer science program recently demonstrated its strength on a major regional stage, earning both first and second place at the highly competitive Midwest Instruction …

Mike Henrich of Newell has done it again. After catching a 30¼ inch walleye May 4 on Storm Lake, he pulled in a 30-inch whopper Sunday, June 1. These are definitely keepers, considering the …

The 2025 Storm Lake Farmers Market will open for the season on Saturday, June 14, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. The first Thursday market is June 19, from 4-6 p.m.  The market will continue through Oct. …

These Storm Lake Community School District staff members were honored at an assembly last Friday. From left: Jaymie Bral, assistant middle school principal, 30 years, with Dory; Cindy James, …

Five Storm Lake High School boys have greatly impressed judges with their National History Day project, but be warned, the rabbit hole they went down is dark, and covers subject matter the rest of us …

Iowa Department of Education representatives traveled to The City Beautiful last Thursday to recognize the success of the Storm Lake Community School District’s teacher apprenticeship program. …

Storm Lake Community School District Foundation has awarded 19 classroom educator incentive grants in the Storm Lake district for the 2025-2026 school year. The foundation is funding $16,200 worth of …

Varina is named after the Virginia plantation owned by the storied couple John Rolfe and Pocahontas   With a population of around 50, Varina is a little town, but residents will be …

The annual polishing of the silver took place Saturday, May 31 at the Harker House in preparation for the historic home’s opening June 1. The Harker House welcomes guests every weekend …

May 18 was graduation day at Sioux Central High School, with 57 seniors taking home diplomas. Speakers at the ceremony were Landen Tate, Natalie Laursen and Taylor Kragel. Awards were presented by …

A reception featuring the artwork of three cousins – Candy Clough, Susan Clough Briggs and Todd “Wad” Clough – attracted lots of people to Witter Gallery Saturday afternoon.

The Ridge View High School Class of 2025 graduated May 18 with diplomas going to 57 seniors. Speeches were delivered by valedictorian Emma Mentzer and salutatorian Lea Johnson. Principal Barry …