by Cami Koons Eighteen percent of soybeans are setting pods across the state, which is several days ahead of the 5-year average. Other crops across
Day: July 16, 2025
New candidates enter the race for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District
by Robin Opsahl Two more contenders have entered the race for Iowa’s 4th Congressional District, which is expected to be an open race as U.S.
School Board Holds Brief but Impactful Summer Meeting
By Edward Lynn Editor EAGLE GROVE, Iowa – The Eagle Grove Community School District Board of Education met for a brisk but substantial 20-minute meeting
Wright County Fair Rises Above Floodwaters for Second Year in a Row
By Edward Lynn Editor EAGLE GROVE, Iowa — For the second consecutive year, the Wright County Fair has been forced to navigate around severe flash
Trump Praises Jesus, Then Attacks Immigrants and the People Defending Them
We are not sure what Bible President Trump is reading. But it bears no resemblance to the sacred text we have studied and loved for
Fair Brings Together Farmer’s Market Vendors
By Edward Lynn Editor EAGLE GROVE, Iowa – A colorful spread of farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts greeted visitors to the Wright County
From Fair Kid to Fair Queen: Lily Pigman’s Path to The State Fair Stage
Lily Pigman thought of herself as “a kid at the fair”, but now she’s headed to the Iowa State Fair wearing the crown of Wright County Fair Queen.

