Area News
Home in rural Kellerton destroyed by yet another fire
By Jeff Snyder KELLERTON, Iowa — A home was destroyed by fire late last Friday morning south of Kellerton. The fire was reported at at approximately 10:30 a.m. on March 27 at the single family home of Ryan Thompson located at 2669 County Road P64. No one was home when the fire began and fire…
Read MoreEvolution of the press and newspapers in Ringgold County
Publisher’s Note: This is the first in a continuing series about the advent and history of newspapers with a particular focus on news in Ringgold County. By Dalton Shadle MOUNT AYR, Iowa — Since before the times when words formed meaning and stone tablets held writing, humanity has yearned for information. During a time when…
Read MoreFormer Gov. Vilsack visits with Mount Ayr Ag students with insights on World Food Prize, honors alum Peggy Whitson
Submitted by Morgan Quick Former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack visited Mount Ayr High School on Monday as a guest of the school’s Ag Department. Gov. Vilsack shared with students his insights about the World Food Prize. The World Food Prize is currently featuring our very own alumni, Peggy Whitson, as their honoree for March 2026.…
Read MoreCommunity college four-year degree program on hold
By Jeff Snyder Publisher’s Note: The following is an analysis by Chief Reporter Jeff Snyder on recent education legislation in the Iowa legislature. MOUNT AYR, Iowa — Last week Governor Kim Reynolds signed off on a new pilot educational program designed to enhance the opportunities available to rural Iowa students looking to extend their education.…
Read MoreAssessor to mail notices of property values
Press Release from Ringgold County Assessor Melinda England MOUNT AYR, Iowa — The Ringgold County Assessor’s office plans to mail the 2026 property assessment notices to property owners on or before March 20. The notices are intended to inform the property owners of the estimated market value of their property as of January 1, 2026…
Read MorePark Board meets to discuss Judge Lewis Park plans
By Jeff Snyder MOUNT AYR, Iowa — The Mounty Ayr Park Board met on March 5 with several members of the city council to discuss ongoing plans for Judge Lewis Park for this upcoming season. The board members updated the council and City Administrator Brent Wise on a wide range of topics including upcoming work…
Read MoreArea churches come together for Breakfast with the Master
By Dalton Shadle MOUNT AYR, Iowa — Each year churches throughout Ringgold County come together for a week long event during Holy Week in preparation for Easter with Breakfast with the Master. This year the event will be held March 30 through April 3 at the First Christian Church located on the square in Mount…
Read MoreNumerous springtime activities bloom across Ringgold County
By Dalton Shadle MOUNT AYR, Iowa — With spring almost here there are many activities exciting adventures about to bloom across Ringgold County. From wildlife to lakes, the outdoors are always a good place to look when thinking about spending a day doing fun. Ringgold County is home to a variety of fishing spots and…
Read MoreAfter the storm, spring: Equinox signals warmer days ahead
By Jeff Snyder MOUNT AYR, Iowa — The wait is finally over. On March 20, 2026 at 10:46 a.m. the sun will divide its time in equal parts between day and night. In scientific terms this is called the Vernal Equinox. The Vernal Equinox is determined when the sun crosses the celestial equator enabling this…
Read MoreFaith, music and fellowship mark Women’s Spring Seminar
by Priscilla Alvik MOUNT AYR, Iowa — Women of all ages and religious denominations gathered to participate in the Spring Seminar “For His Glory” on Saturday at Wishard Chapel Community Church in Mount Ayr which hosted the 135 women. Faith Taylor, Director and Adjunct Professor of Women’s Ministries at Faith Baptist Bible College in Ankeny,…
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