News
Deputy Kale Ladwig, center, receives his Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) certificate from ILEA Director Brady Carney and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird. Photo submitted
05/13/2026 - 8:06pm
Kale Ladwig said a career in law enforcement has been a lifelong dream.
He stepped fully into that life on April 24, when he graduated from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA).
“I’ve always had an interest in being a law enforcement officer....
Opinion
05/13/2026 - 7:28pm
When I came to Congress, I was committed to giving farmers, producers, and working families a seat at the table and delivering results for those who make Iowa’s 4th district a strong and productive community. Serving one of the largest agricultural...
Sports
Gabriel gains ground: OABCIG’s Gabriel Bergman keeps ahead of the competition during the 3200 meter run, during the Western Valley Conference track meet in Holstein. Ridge View’s Odin Hanson and the Falcons’ Hunter Maier are close behind. Photo by Brent Harm
05/13/2026 - 7:41pm
The OABCIG boys track and field squad headed north to Holstein on Monday, May 4, for the Western Valley Conference meet.
In field events, Jaxx DeJean captured first place in the shot put competition with a throw of 47 feet 7 inches. Kade Spotts...
Obituaries
05/15/2026 - 9:33am
Frieda A. Vohs
1925 – 2026
HOLSTEIN - Frieda A. Vohs, 101, of Holstein, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Good Samaritan Society of Holstein. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11 a.m. with the Vicar Millie Anderson...
