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Leadership Calhoun announces its first cohort members
Program still seeking sponsorships • Earlier this year, the Calhoun County Iowa Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) put out a call for applicants for Leadership Calhoun, a leadership development program that will address unique needs and opportunities within the county. Members of the program’s first cohort have been chosen, after what the CCEDC described as a “competitive application process.”
Calhoun County Canine Shelter featured dog: Mike
Meet the Calhoun County Iowa Canine Shelter's featured dog for the week of Aug. 24, 2025.
Opportunity Living hosts annual Back-2-School Bash
Opportunity Living hosted its fourth annual Back-2-School Bash on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 in Lake City, Iowa.
Calhoun County Expo results
Thirteen FFA and 4-H clubs participated in the 2025 Calhoun County Expo, which was held July 8-13 in Rockwell City.
Hepp honored as an Iowa Farm Environmental Leader

Lake City approves hiring bonuses for police officer, police chief
Lake City, Iowa is currently accepting applications for a police officer and a police chief. At the Aug. 4, 2025 City Council meeting, members approved hiring bonuses for both positions.
The ‘Mighty, Mighty Eagles’ celebrate 50th Class Reunion: Get-together was ‘an overwhelming success’
Lake City Iowa High School graduates from the Class of 1975 celebrated their 50th reunion on Aug. 8 and 9, 2025.
Freimuth wins ‘People’s Choice’ at Iowa Governor’s Steer Show
Tucker Freimuth had the opportunity to show his steer, “Burt Reynolds,” in the Iowa Governor’s Charity Steer Show at the Iowa State Fair on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025. He is the son of Josh and Tiffany Freimuth of Lytton.
Gemberling sweeps the Market Lamb competition at State Fair

Sand holds Town Hall in Rockwell City
As part of his 100 Town Hall Tour, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand stopped by the Rockwell City Public Library on Aug. 19, 2025.
Lake City Fire Dept. receives donation from Stewart Memorial 
Stewart Memorial recently held an employee luncheon fundraiser, with the proceeds going to the Lake City Iowa Fire Dept.
Have a passion for the fine arts? SCC Fine Arts Board seeks more members

 

Welcome back to school: ​​​​​​​2025 brings new faces, a few changes, and community spirit 
"We are eager and energized to welcome back our students, families, and staff as we kick off the 2025–2026 school year," said SCC Superintendent Brad Anderson.
SCC welcomes new staff members
As SCC students return to school for the 2025-2026 year, they’ll be met with many new faces. The district has hired 14 new employees, with more still to come.
SCC PTO plans for another busy year
The South Central Calhoun Parent-Teacher Organization is gearing up for another active year of supporting students, teachers, and classrooms across the district. 
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