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3 July 2025

Western Days 2025: Food, fun, and memories

Lake City, Iowa’s annual Western Days were held June 27-29, 2025. Attendees enjoyed three days packed with events and activities. (All photos by Brittanie Dusenberry)
3 July 2025
Lohrville City Council approves salaries and July events

By Brittanie Dusenberry

3 July 2025
United Bank of Iowa donates to Faith Community in Action
United Bank of Iowa recently donated $2,000 to Faith Community In Action in Rockwell City. This money was raised during United Bank of Iowa’s “UNITED TOGETHER Makes the Difference” Cause Day effort. 
3 July 2025
Court Report: July 3, 2025
The following is a list of recent and ongoing felony cases in Calhoun County, Iowa. Please note that case information is updated daily at Iowa Courts Online. Visit iowacourts.state.ia.us for more information.
3 July 2025
Titan softball falls to Newell-Fonda and Ogden (July 2, 2025)
A recap of South Central Calhoun's softball games against Newell-Fonda and Ogden on July 2, 2025.
1 July 2025
Healthy Kids Iowa: Providing fresh food and pantry staples
This summer, Iowa is piloting a new food distribution program, to help ensure kids have access to healthy foods over the summer break. Healthy Kids Iowa has two distribution sites in Calhoun County, both in Rockwell City: New Opportunities - Calhoun and South Central Calhoun (SCC) Middle School.
30 June 2025
Capri Theatre awarded POET grant for building upgrades
In mid-June, Lake City’s Capri Theatre was awarded a $2,000 POET Community Impact Grant. Capri Theatre Board Member Brad Anderson, who is also the superintendent for the South Central Calhoun School District, explains how the theater ended up applying for a POET Community Impact Grant, and what they plan to do with the funds.
29 June 2025
Lake City Police Chief resigns, moving on to new position

25 June 2025
One building, two congregations: Grace Fellowship and St. Paul’s share space in Rockwell City
Two separate congregations — Grace Fellowship and St. Paul’s Lutheran & Presbyterian — share one space in Rockwell City, Iowa. Read on to learn more about both congregations, and how this unique arrangement came to be.
25 June 2025
Court Report: Week of June 26, 2025
The Court Report for the week of June 26, 2025, includes information on some of the arrests and crimes that occurred in Calhoun County, Iowa, or otherwise involved county residents.
25 June 2025
Revisiting history: Lake City Community Memorial Building’s time capsule
This year, Western Days attendees have a chance to see history in the making. On Saturday, June 28, 2025, a time capsule will be placed inside the Lake City Community Memorial Building’s cornerstone in Lake City, Iowa.
25 June 2025
SCC welding program pursues facility upgrades
The welding program at South Central Calhoun (SCC) High School is looking to do a major overhaul, as Industrial Technology teacher Katie Bush leads a push to modernize the department’s facilities and meet the demands of a growing student interest in the trades.
25 June 2025
Upgraded and updated: J.J. Hands Library completes renovation
Patrons walking into the J.J. Hands Library in Lohrville are sure to notice the renovations that have taken place over the past four months. Learn more about these updates, including what generous donations made it all possible.
24 June 2025
Rockwell City amends fireworks ordinance
Rockwell City, Iowa, has amended its fireworks ordinance, effective June 2, 2025. Find out when residents can set off fireworks within the city limits, as well as other City Council news.
23 June 2025
The Lot on Twin is now CJ Resort Twin Lakes: Housing development pivots to become Airbnb rental 
When Chris and Jess Friedrichsen purchased land between North and South Twin Lakes in Rockwell City, they initially planned to build The Lot on Twin, an 11-home development. Instead, the couple now plans to use the land to construct several Airbnb rentals, CJ Resort Twin Lakes. Find out what was behind the decision, and the status of the project.
23 June 2025
Top Rail Saddle Club announces 2025 royalty
Founded in 1959, the Top Rail Saddle Club (TRSC) has been the backbone of Lake City, Iowa's annual Western Days celebration. This year, three outstanding ladies have been selected to represent TRSC as its 2025 Royalty: Miss Rodeo Lake City Lily Genter, Senior Queen Sophia Wuebker, and Junior Queen Kaylee Wuebker. Read on to learn more about this year's royalty.
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