Leave it to the creative minds at Podium Ink in Mount Ayr to bring a degree of levity to the coronavirus outbreak. Brad Elliott, co-owner of the graphic arts business, has designed a T-shirt logo that reads “Mt. Ayr – Social Distancing Since 1855.” Like other businesses, Elliott said Podium Ink is seeking ways to…

Proving that life goes on amid the coronavirus  pandemic, the Mount Ayr Community Schools board of directors attended to preparations for the 2020-2021 school year at their regular meeting Monday, April 13. In keeping with social distancing guidelines, however, the meeting was held via teleconference. Budget Following a public hearing, the board approved the district…

The number of positive COVID-19 test results in Iowa continues to climb and currently stands at 1,710 based on yesterday’s data.  As of today, there have been no confirmed cases reported in Ringgold County. “We are urging residents not to be complacent about following public health recommendations, just because a confirmed case has not been…

It hasn’t been business as usual for local businesses due to the coronavirus pandemic. Some businesses, such as restaurants, are struggling but some businesses have seen a boom in business. Southwest Builder Supply is one such business and their doors are open. “We are staying very busy and our employees are extremely exhausted at the…