Driver Identified in Deadly I-380 Crash
Posted 27 August 2008
The Iowa State Patrol has released information Read More

Frye Inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame
Posted 27 August 2008
A 40-year member of the Buchanan County Fair Board Read More

Library Move a Success!
Posted 27 August 2008
Independence Library Director Laura Blaker reports the recent move Read More

DNR Director to Hold Forum at Backbone
Posted 27 August 2008
Richard Leopold, Director of the Iowa Department Read More

Olympic Gold Medal Winner Returns to Iowa
Posted 27 August 2008
Gold-medal gymnast Shawn Johnson Read More

August 26
Two Arrested on Burglary Charges
Posted 26 August 2008
Two Independence men have been arrested Read More

Library Auction to be Held Thursday
Posted 26 August 2008
A Moving Sale for the Independence Public Library Read More

Bingo Tonight in Independence
Posted 26 August 2008
Bingo will be held this evening Read More

RASH Ride in Independence this Saturday
Posted 26 August 2008
There is still time to register Read More

Pollen Count Expected to be High Today
Posted 26 August 2008
Forecasters say allergy-suffers be aware! Read More

Farm Safety a Concern as Harvest Nears
Posted 26 August 2008
Recent farm-related child deaths and injuries Read More

August 25
Indee City Council to Meet
Posted 25 August 2008
Members of the Independence City Council will meet Read More

Senator Grassley in Indee Today
Posted 25 August 2008
Senator Chuck Grassley will hold Read More

Record Crowd at 2008 Iowa State Fair
Posted 25 August 2008
Based on attendance estimates Read More

Donations Help Main Street Elkader to Recover
Posted 25 August 2008
Elkader is one of five cities Read More

Agriprocessors May Face More Charges
Posted 25 August 2008
Last Friday, Aug. 22, the Iowa Division of Labor Services Read More

August 24
Local Century Farms on Display
Posted 24 August 2008
Heartland Acres will be featuring Read More

Ice Cream Social at Oakview Today
Posted 24 August 2008
An Ice Cream Social will be held Read More

Blowing Out the Fuse: How Our Bodies Stop Cancer Before It Starts
Posted 24 August 2008
(The following article Read More

August 23
Retailer Sells E85 Fuel as Unleaded Regular
Posted 23 August 2008
A state consumer-protection lawsuit alleges Read More

DNR Director to Hold Forum at Backbone
Posted 23 August 2008
Director of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Read More

Just What Is A Quilt Turning Anyway?
Posted 23 August 2008
A "Quilt Turning" is a way of introducing Read More

August 22
Season Championships Saturday at Indee Speedway
Posted 22 August 2008
It's hard to believe, but the end of the racing season Read More

Fish Fry to Benefit Historical Society
Posted 22 August 2008
Tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 23, the Quasqueton Historical Society Read More

Maxwell Street Days Continue
Posted 22 August 2008
There is still time to catch the bargains Read More

Grassley to Hold Meeting Here Monday
Posted 22 August 2008
Senator Chuck Grassley will hold a Town Hall Meeting Read More

Rabbis Briefly Walk Off Jobs at Agriprocessors
Posted 22 August 2008
On Wednesday, Aug. 20, approximately 50 rabbis Read More

August 21
Driver Injured in Rollover Accident
Posted 21 August 2008
Charges are pending Read More

Wisconsin Teen Involved in Accident Yesterday
Posted 21 August 2008
A chase through downtown Manchester yesterday Read More

Farmer's Market Customer Appreciation Saturday
Posted 21 August 2008
Vendors at the Independence Farmer's Market will hold Read More

Agriprocessor's Guerroro-Espinoza Pleads Guilty
Posted 21 August 2008
Juan Carlos Guerrero-Espinoza, 35, pleaded guilty yesterday Read More

Grassley Comments on Energy Security
Posted 21 August 2008
Although the countdown to the first day of school Read More

August 20
EB Color Guard Can Drive Friday
Posted 20 August 2008
Members of the East Buchanan Color Guard will be holding Read More

Investigation Continues in I-380 Crash
Posted 20 August 2008
The body of a driver killed in a fatal crash Read More

Maxwell Street Days in Indee Planned
Posted 20 August 2008
Independence area merchants will participate Read More

Braley to Hold Ag Roundtable in Oelwein
Posted 20 August 2008
Congressman Bruce Braley (D-Waterloo) will be in Oelwein Read More

More Charges Filed Against Agriprocessor Supervisor
Posted 20 August 2008
Juan Carlos Guerrero-Espinoza, 35, a former supervisor Read More

August 19
School Board Holds Work Session Today
Posted 19 August 2008
As students resume classes this week Read More

Internships Available for Iowa Students
Posted 19 August 2008
The Iowa Student Internship Program Read More

Fair Association to hold Meeting
Posted 19 August 2008
The Buchanan County Fair Association will hold Read More

August 18
Master Gardeners Meet Tomorrow
Posted 18 August 2008
The Buchanan County Master Gardeners will meet Read More

Silos & Smokestacks Awards Grants to Area Projects
Posted 18 August 2008
Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area Read More

Rebuild Iowa Commission to Meet
Posted 18 August 2008
The Rebuild Iowa Commission will meet in Cedar Falls tomorrow Read More

August 16
Iowa Student ACT Scores Rank 2nd Nationwide
Posted 16 August 2008
Iowa is near the top of the list Read More

August 15
Independence Schools Hold Informational Meeting
Posted 15 August 2008
An informational meeting regarding a proposed new high school Read More

HCC and UNI Sign Admissions Partnership
Posted 15 August 2008
Hawkeye Community College and the University of Northern Iowa Read More

Obama to Host Local Meeting Next Week
Posted 15 August 2008
Democrat Barack Obama has announced plans Read More

Friday Night Live @ 5 Tonight in Indee
Posted 15 August 2008
­Tonight, Friday, Aug. 15, join your friends and family Read More

Oelwein Heritage Days Begins Tomorrow
Posted 15 August 2008
Oelwein Heritage Days will be this weekend Read More

Manchester Airport Hosts Event Sunday
Posted 15 August 2008
A Fly-In/Drive-In Pancake Breakfast will be held Read More

Edwards Cancels Visit to Iowa
Posted 15 August 2008
­Former Democratic presidential candidate Read More

August 14
Friday Night Live @ 5 Tomorrow
Posted 14 August 2008
Tomorrow night, Friday, Aug. 15, it's Independence's Friday Night Live Read More

Plans for County Jail Changed to Reduce Cost
Posted 14 August 2008
In regular session this week Read More

Kids Night Saturday at Indee Speedway
Posted 14 August 2008
As the season at the Independence Motor Speedway draws to a close Read More

Bicycle Ride Fundraiser Saturday
Posted 14 August 2008
The Little and Chatham Historical Society is hosting Read More

USDA Issues Fall Harvest Estimates
Posted 14 August 2008
USDA officials earlier this week announced Read More

August 13
Register Now for Upcoming RASH Ride
Posted 13 August 2008
Now is the time to register Read More

Jeffers Wins State Fair Food Competition
Posted 13 August 2008
Lynn Jeffers of Jesup was named the winner Read More

Back to School Style Show at Senior Center
Posted 13 August 2008
A Back to School Style Show will be held Read More

Oelwein Heritage Days this Weekend
Posted 13 August 2008
Oelwein Heritage Days will be this Saturday and Sunday Read More

Report Says Iowa Needs More Health-Care Providers
Posted 13 August 2008
In a report released this week, Read More

Dense Fog Advisory this Morning
Posted 13 August 2008
The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities has issued Read More

August 12
Blood Drive Today in Indee
Posted 12 August 2008
Just a reminder that the American Red Cross Blood Drive Read More

Friday Night Live @ 5 in Independence
Posted 12 August 2008
­This Friday night, Aug. 15, join your friends Read More

Bingo Tonight in Independence
Posted 12 August 2008
Bingo is held at the Buchanan County Fair Grounds Read More

Rebuild Iowa Conducts Online Survey of Damage
Posted 12 August 2008
The Rebuild Iowa Economic Development Read More

Grassley Q&A: Renewable Fuels Standard
Posted 12 August 2008
Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley responds Read More

August 11
Library Closed for Big Move this Week
Posted 11 August 2008
The Independence Public Library's old location Read More

Local Airport Reopens After Runway Extension
Posted 11 August 2008
The Independence Municipal Airport, located just west Read More

Independence City Council to Meet Tonight
Posted 11 August 2008
Members of the Independence City Council will meet Read More

Braley to Hold Meetings Today
Posted 11 August 2008
First District Rep. Bruce Braley, D-Waterloo, will hold Read More

UNI to Expand 2+2 Program Due to Grant
Posted 11 August 2008
The U.S. Department of Education recently awarded Read More

August 9
Bananas Donated to Local Food Pantry Following Accident
Posted 9 August 2008
The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office reports Read More

Country Cruiser's Car Cruise Tonight
Posted 9 August 2008
The Country Cruiser's 16th Annual Car Cruise Read More

Iowa 4-H eBay Auction Today
Posted 9 August 2008
It's "Everything Iowa!" Bid on items donated Read More

Local Heroes Honored at Iowa State Fair
Posted 9 August 2008
Iowa Governor Chet Culver recognized Read More

August 8
Car Wash, Bake Sale to Benefit IHS Band
Posted 8 August 2008
The Independence Marching Band will hold Read More

Buchanan County Hobo Day on Sunday
Posted 8 August 2008
This Sunday, Aug. 10, (not Saturday as previously reported) Read More

Braley to Hold Meetings Monday
Posted 8 August 2008
First District Rep. Bruce Braley, D-Waterloo Read More

Meskwaki Powwow Going on this Weekend
Posted 8 August 2008
The Meskwaki, a Sac and Fox Tribe Read More

Agriprocessors Denies Child Labor Charges
Posted 8 August 2008
In a statement issued earlier this week Read More

August 7
Red Cross Blood Drive Tuesday, Aug. 12
Posted 7 August 2008
Make your appointment now Read More

Riverside Cinema Tomorrow Night
Posted 7 August 2008
Independence will welcome a free movie even Read More

Semi Strikes Buffalo on I-380 Wednesday
Posted 7 August 2008
A northbound semi Read More

August 6
Man Arrested on Assault, Weapons Charges
Posted 6 August 2008
Law enforcement authorities Read More

Buchanan Country Hobo Day this Saturday
Posted 6 August 2008
This Saturday, Aug. 10, join the community Read More

Blood Drive in Arlington Tomorrow
Posted 6 August 2008
A Community Blood Drive will be held Read More

Agriprocessors Accused of Violating Child Labor Laws
Posted 6 August 2008
The Iowa Labor Commissioner's Office is continuing to investigate Read More

Iowa State Fair Kicks Off Tomorrow
Posted 6 August 2008
The Iowa State Fair, set to run August 7-17 Read More

August 5
Fairbank Woman Wins Big Lottery Prize
Posted 5 August 2008
Melanie Menuey of Fairbank recently won Read More

Motorist Strikes, Injures Bicyclist
Posted 5 August 2008
­The Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report Read More

Judge Rules Against Bar Owners on Smoking Ban
Posted 5 August 2008
A Polk County judge yesterday Read More

Private College Week in Iowa
Posted 5 August 2008
Private college's across the state kicked off Read More

August 4
New City Center for Independence
Posted 4 August 2008
The former Fareway store at 206 2nd Ave. SW Read More

Century Farms of Buchanan County Featured
Posted 4 August 2008
Heartland Acres will be featuring Read More

Reminder of Smoke Free Rules
Posted 4 August 2008
The Iowa Smokefree Air Act has been in effect since July 1 Read More

August 3
Severe Storms Drop Large Hail
Posted 3 August 2008
Severe storms crossing eastern Iowa this morning Read More

Railroads Get State Loan to Repair Damage
Posted 3 August 2008
The Iowa Railway Finance Authority Read More

How Our Bodies Stop Cancer Before it Starts
Posted 3 August 2008
Blowing Out the Fuse: How Our Bodies Stop Cancer Read More

August 2
Tickets Limited for Hobo Day Aug. 10
Posted 2 August 2008
The 9th annual Hobo Day will be held next Sunday Read More

Bentley Found Guilty in Sex Abuse Case
Posted 2 August 2008
Yesterday morning Read More

ACLU Questions Postville Workers' Legal Representation
Posted 2 August 2008
Members of the American Civil Liberties Union Read More

August 1
Police Catch Thieves in Bad Check Scam Ring
Posted 1 August 2008
Following a month-long fraudulent check-writing spree Read More

Tonight is "First Friday at Five" in Manchester
Posted 1 August 2008
It's "First Friday at Five" in Manchester tonight Read More

Hazleton All School Reunion Sunday
Posted 1 August 2008
The Annual Hazleton School Alumni reunion will be held Read More

Operation Threshold "Family Nest" Program
Posted 1 August 2008
The  Buchanan County Operation Threshold Read More

Today and Tomorrow is Iowa Sales Tax Holiday
Posted 1 August 2008
Just a reminder Read More

Iowa State Turkey Calling Contest Tomorrow
Posted 1 August 2008
Manchester will host the Iowa State Turkey Calling Contest Read More