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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Attention “Mighty Mighty Eagles.” Class President Jay Yunek is encouraging everyone to RSVP sooner rather than later for the 50th Class Reunion scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025.