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Galaxy, a local rock ‘n roll band that has entertained in the local area and beyond for decades, was inducted into the Mid America Music Association Hall of Fame at the Avalon Ballroom in … more
The North Union School Board approved seven seniors to graduate early during their November 14th meeting.  The seven seniors will have to meet all requirements in order to graduate.  They … more
The North Kossuth School Board made quick work of their agenda on Monday, November 14.   Due to an early out because of weather, no school administration reports were given. The board … more
The Bancroft City Council held their regular meeting on November 14 with all members present including the newly appointed Mayor Tom Johnson. Bancroft City Clerk Crysti Neuman gave her monthly … more
Thirty years ago, the Black   Hills State University men’s basketball team was making history but didn’t know it at the time. The 1992-93 Yellow Jackets were just playing a game … more
The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees met student leadership at their Tuesday, Oct. 18 board meeting. Leadership included student senators and grad assistants, with grad assistants … more
With only one item on the agenda, the North Union School Board had a quick meeting on Monday, October 17. The board approved the annual State FFA Trip to the National FFA Convention in … more
North Kossuth Community School District unfortunately was placed on the school to watch/needing support list by the Iowa Department of Education prior to the Covid pandemic in 2020.   And since … more
The Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office is honored to announce Jordan Jahnke of Burt as our October 1440 Citizen of the Month! Jordan is employed by the City of Burt and has served as Fire Chief … more
Area residents were invited to an information meeting on Public Measure KA to add a county wide tax   for EMS on October 11. Phil Albers, Kossuth County EMS Administrator, welcomed everyone … more
It is that time of year that North Union High School’s Silver Spoon is getting ready to serve their monthly meals. Silver Spoon is presented by the Foods Class has been taught by advisor … more
At the September meeting, the Bancroft City Council was notified of the resignation of Bancroft Mayor Bill Droessler.  At that time, the council made the decision to appoint someone to the … more
The Bancroft City Council had a large agenda to get through during their October 10th meeting.   The first order of business was a presentation   By Greg Fritz of NIMECA   who gave a … more
Earlier this year, the Kossuth County Community Foundation awarded the Kossuth County Sheriff’s Department money to be used for First Responder Rip-Away kits.   The kits have been … more
The Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Trustees at their monthly meeting Tuesday, Sept. 20 met new faculty members and heard an update on the powersports and power equipment technology program on … more
The Kossuth County Sheriff’s Office is honored to announce the September 1440 Citizen of the Month is Dee Ann Bierstedt of Fenton! Dee Ann was nominated for her lifelong commitment to … more
North Union School Board held their monthly meeting on September 12 to approve a variety of items. The board approved the sealed bids for a 2005 Chevy Impala and a 2006 Chevy Uplander to Gene … more
The North Union softball field in Swea City is in need of some updates due to potential safety reasons. Earlier this year, the board passed a motion to have the potential issues fixed and to … more
The Bancroft City Council was notified that Bancroft Mayor William (Bill) Droessler had submitted his resignation as mayor.   The resignation was approved at their September 12th meeting. … more
In recent months, ordinances   and zoning permits have raised some concerns regarding issues that have been presented to the City of Bancroft. In order for some clarity and for citizens to … more
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