Two more bridge replacement projects south of Buffalo Center
A pair of ditch-mate bridges south of Buffalo Center will be replaced with box culverts by Winnebago County crews this summer. Construction is underway on the first bridge, with the se…
Ramsey Reformed Church marks 140 years
Ramsey Reformed Church of rural Titonka will celebrate its 140th anniversary with fun and fellowship this Saturday, Aug 8. Everyone is welcome to enjoy a meal as well as inflatables, y…
Blood drive next week amid urgent shortage
LifeServe Blood Center is calling on eligible donors to make an appointment to give blood immediately, after weeks of significant declines in donations have led to concerning shortages…
National Night Out is Tuesday
Local law enforcement, fire departments, and first responders will host community activities in Forest City and Lake Mills on Tuesday, Aug. 4, as part of National Night Out.Forest City…
Back to School Breakfast in Lake Mills is August 17
The Lake Mills Chamber Development Corporation will welcome educators and school staff back for its annual Back to School Breakfast on Monday, August 17, beginning at 7:00 a.m. and loc…
News from Timely Mission
Hello from Timely Mission! We've had another good, busy week here at Timely Mission!Residents enjoyed spending time together during our weekly Coffee Social Hour, which is always a won…
More photos from Bison Days
Scenes from Bison Days 2026, held July 24-26 in Buffalo Center.
Brian Hobbs Memorial Games continue a fun tradition
For decades, children and adults alike have enjoyed a night of spirited competition each summer in Buffalo Center at the Junior Olympics. This year, the games got a new name but contin…
Bison Days Pedal Pull Champions
The four-year-olds led off the Bison Days Pedal Pull held Saturday morning, July 25 at Lion’s Park in Buffalo Center. The event was once again sponsored this year by Murra Farms, with …
Supervisors hear secondary road update, approve letter to property owner for fencing
The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday heard a Secondary Roads report from County Engineer Scott Meinders.“The main thing is our guys finished up on their culvert replace…
Youth cornhole winners at Bison Days
Winners in the 10 and under division of the 2026 Bison Days youth cornhole tournament include, from left: Reid Brass and Slater Sachs, who finished first, and Jagg Beenken and Ross Wir…
Bison Days Fun Run winners
The annual Bison Days Fun Run/Walk welcomed competitors for 5K, 10K, and 1-mile races on Saturday morning, July 25 in Buffalo Center. Winners across the various divisions in the 2026 e…
Murras preside as Bison Days Grand Marshals
Barb and Doug Murra of Buffalo Center had the honor of serving as Grand Marshals for the 2026 Bison Days Parade last Friday evening in Buffalo Center. The Murras spent 15 years running…
North Iowa sets policies for eighth graders playing high school sports
The State of Iowa will allow eighth graders to participate in all high school sports beginning this fall, pending approval from their schools. The North Iowa School Board established e…
Community Foundation distributes more than $144,000 to local nonprofits
The Winnebago County Community Foundation (WCCF) held its 2026 grant awards celebration on Wednesday, July 23, at the Forest City Community Center, announcing the distribution of $144,…
Antiques Roadshow comes to Buffalo Center
The Buffalo Center Historical Society hosted an Antiques Roadshow as part of Bison Days on Sunday, July 26, while also offering an ice cream social at the Heritage Town Center. The gro…