By Edward Lynn Editor CLARION, Iowa — Nearly 2,000 Wright County utility customers lost power early April 18 as a strong storm system swept across
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Wright County Leaders Advocate for Food Access Statewide
Amanda Rink Mid-America Publishing CLARION, Iowa – At first Lutheran’s little red church in Clarion, where the community food pantry is housed, something remarkable is
North Iowa Housing Conference to Address Regional Housing Challenges
By Luke Seaberg, Esther Crompton AMES, Iowa – Communities across north Iowa are facing a growing need for housing development, and local leaders are working
Supervisors Talk Budget at Brief Meeting
The Wright County Board of Supervisors met briefly May 6. The only significant item of business involved amending the current fiscal year budget for Secondary
Supervisors Amend Budget, Set Fireworks Dates
The Wright County Board of Supervisors approved amending the current budget after a public hearing April 29. The amendment was needed due to an increase
Putting Down Roots for Earth Day
The Wright County government marked Earth Day on Monday, April 22nd, by planting a tree on the grounds of the iconic Wright County Courthouse. The
Supervisors Hear About Recent CO2 Pipeline Eruption
Wright County property owners will see no change in the tax levy rate in the coming fiscal year. The $7.24 per $1,000 of assessed valuation
Q&A With District 2 Supervisor Candidates
There's a primary election on in the race for the District 2 Supervisor's seat. The seat is currently held by long-serving incumbent Karl Helgevold, who
Supervisors Discuss ‘Delicate Dance’ of Budgeting, Refine Plans for Federal Funds
The Wright County Board of Supervisors heard from only one resident during the first of two public hearings on the proposed county property tax levy.
UDMO is Preparing for Spring Planting!
Upper Des Moines Opportunity, Inc. is preparing for spring planting through our Annual Garden Program. This program offers seeds, plants, garden tools to eligible individuals
