In 2023, MercyOne hospitals across the state celebrated more than 8,200 births, including 153 sets of twins and one set of triplets. Oliver was the top boy’s name in Des Moines, but Theodore topped lists in both Davenport and Waterloo. Eleanor and Sophia took top spots for girl names at ...
WAVERLY – Wartburg College has recognized 484 students who were named to the 2023 Fall Term Dean's List including two students from La Porte City – Kylea Neuendorf and Stone Schmitz. Wartburg College, a four-year liberal arts college internationally recognized for community engagement, ...
With the onset of chilly winter weather, how does wildlife survive? Read on for more information and be sure to take Tama County Conservation’s interactive quiz (link follows the article) to discover which winter Iowa animal you are! 1. Safety in Numbers Most animals form foraging groups, ...
The North Tama Telegraph's year in review through photographs. Hope you spot a favorite! Happy New Year!
TOLEDO – Last week's Tama Co. Board of Supervisors meeting (held on Tuesday due to the Christmas holiday) was short and easy, with only one moment that truly enthralled during County Engineer Ben Daleske's update to the Supervisors. Daleske was talking bridges when he was informed that a ...
The deadline to submit grant applications to the Tama County Community Foundation’s 2024 grant cycle is 5 p.m. on January 15. Technical support will be available to applicants until 5 p.m. on January 15. The online grant application can be found on the Community Foundation’s website ...
TAMA COUNTY – Conservation Districts of Iowa (CDI) is partnering with Tama Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) to foster the higher education endeavors of Iowa students interested in conservation and agriculture by offering local, regional and statewide scholarships. Iowa High ...
January will be a special month with the brightest stars and constellations in the sky clustered in the east during the early evening. Even a quick look on a cold night will be rewarding. Start by looking for the unmistakable three stars in an evenly spaced row that represents the belt of Orion ...
As winter descends on the Midwest, well-stocked bird feeders suddenly become the place to be this time of year. For those looking to expand beyond the traditional feeder, Tama County Naturalist Raina Genaw has created a list of five ‘easy’ ways to further help the feathered beings in our ...
AMES – The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener program will again host the Home Gardening Webinar Series, beginning in January and ending in March. Sessions will take place every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m., ending March 12. Designed for anyone who is interested in ...