Citizens First National Bank is excited to celebrate its continued growth by welcoming three talented individuals to the team: Michelle Rebnord, Adam Dreeszen and Brooklynn Chipps. Their expertise, …

Congratulations to St. Mary’s High School graduated senior Santiago Soria for meeting the requirements set forth by the Iowa Department of Education and Storm Lake St. Mary’s for the Seal …

Big congratulations to these Storm Lake High School seniors who graduated from Iowa Central Community College May 9 with their Associate of Arts degrees. From left: Alejandro Flores, Lillie Hoffman, …

Nineteen Storm Lake High School students competed at the state National History Day at Iowa State University on Monday, April 28. SLHS entered two group performances, one group website, one group …

On May 18, 1965, President Lyndon Johnson signed the law that created Head Start. In 2025 Head Start celebrated its 60th birthday across the U.S. In Storm Lake, a family fun day brought parents …

The winners of Storm Lake United’s “Mom’s Best Advice!” Giveaway have been announced. Each of the four lucky winners receive gift baskets valued at over $250. 1. Katie …

Nine veterans from Buena Vista County were among the 128 Iowa veterans who traveled on the Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. May 7. The veterans who made the trip are Bob …

Buena Vista University made its own history Friday in a ceremony and accompanying exhibit to honor Buena Vista College students, faculty and staff who served in WWII. The effort climaxes months …

Aurelia sculptor and farmer Denny Allen has had another sculpture accepted into the Sioux Falls SculptureWalk. This spring he transported his latest piece, a longhorn, to Sioux Falls. The huge …

Culture Day at Storm Lake High School is a day to highlight the many nationalities that make up the student body. Culture Day 2025 ended with a program of music and dance, plus a fashion show, then …

Storm Lake Middle School seventh and eighth graders presented their spring concert May 1

Storm Lake Proud Week brought out all kinds of community volunteers. Here are members of Caring Paws Rescue, who painted the bases of light poles in the parks. From left: Susan Lyngaas, Lorinda …

Newell-Fonda students were recognized during the May 6 awards ceremony for their accomplishments in academics, music, and community involvement. Several local scholarships were presented.   …

In an effort to support the youth of Buena Vista County, it is our pleasure to invite you to be a sponsor of the Buena Vista County Fair. This year’s event will be taking place July 9-13, 2025. …

Due to age and wind damage, the 50-foot-tall steeple atop St. Mark Lutheran Church was removed last Friday. The 3,000-pound steeple would creak when the wind blew, causing the roof structure to twist …

Join us at ISU Extension and Outreach for a special Iowa Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vendor Training on May 28 at 9 a.m. This is the first step for fruit, vegetable and honey producers to …

Bethany Urban Haddad is enjoying her position as elementary school general music teacher for grades two through five at the Storm Lake Elementary School. “I love the students,” she …

Storm Lake Middle School 7th and 8th grader presented their Spring Concert May 1

A generous offer has been made to provide matching funds for donations received by Witter Gallery before midnight June 30. Every donation or membership purchase will be matched up to $100 per …