TRAER – U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) made her way to Tama County last week Thursday, stopping by Traer’s local grocery store, Hometown Foods, on an official visit for both a tour and some lunchtime specials. According to Hometown Foods owners Doug and Jill Eilderts – who purchased ...
OTTER CREEK – From native seed and fire equipment to a new skid steer and trailer, Tama Co. Conservation Director Curtis Behrens presented his draft budget for the next fiscal year during the Jan. 3 monthly meeting held at Otter Creek Nature Center. Many of the “needs” Behrens listed for ...
TRAER - The Iowa Farm Bureau’s "Take Root" program helps farmers develop a comprehensive, managed approach for their family farm’s continuation and growth from the roots up – helping ensure that what farmers are doing today will create an enduring legacy for future generations. Two ...
TOLEDO – The Jan. 2 meeting of the Tama Co. Board of Supervisors saw a shift in leadership. The first meeting of 2024, which will be the year of the dragon, started with the changing of the guard. Curt Hilmer was voted in as the new Chairman; his brief coronation occurred when former ...
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 ...