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Tama County News

Tama County Against Turbines public meeting, forum set for April 19 in Dysart

Tama County residents interested in learning more about the impact of wind turbines in the wake of a proposed industrial wind turbine project in Tama County are invited to attend a public meeting and forum, Tuesday, April 19, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Union Middle School auditorium at 505 ...

Severe weather expected tonight across Iowa

The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Des Moines is forecasting severe weather to race across Iowa later today, Tuesday, April 12. Tama and Grundy counties are under an enhanced risk for severe weather. The enhanced risk includes possible tornadoes, large hail, and damaging ...

Spring brings life to the farm

Calving season is a busy time for farmers like rural Traer farmer Rebecca Dostal who keep a watchful eye on their animals as they bring new life to the farm. As of early March, Dostal had 35 new calves on the ground from her herd of 80 mostly Black Baldy cows, a Hereford-Angus cross known for ...

Grassroots group to hold wind ordinance town hall April 19

Telegraph note: Since publication, the location of this event has changed to Union Middle School in Dysart. The article reflects the change accordingly. A group of Tama County residents have begun organizing efforts to explore the possibility of lobbying the Tama County Zoning Board as well as ...

Library program highlights changes to Iowa’s unemployment system

As Iowa continues to struggle with a workforce shortage, an informational program was held on March 17 at Traer Public Library to discuss a change made in early January that affects how Iowans file for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits. The change has been billed as a way to better connect ...

Pork Producers hold annual banquet

Members of the Tama County Pork Producers met on Jan. 15 at the Traer Memorial Building for the Annual Tama County Pork Producers Banquet. The meal was prepared by Spanky's and Tama County 4-H members assisted in serving. Tama County Pork Producers President Phillip McKenna presided over the ...

Apex wind energy project meeting well attended in Traer

Crummy weather, kolaches, Busch Lite, and wind turbines appeared to be the ingredients necessary to bring area farmers and landowners out en masse last Tuesday, March 22, to Traer Memorial Building to hear a pitch from Apex Clean Energy on why another large installation of wind turbines belongs ...

Incumbents departing as new wave of candidates seeking county office

Tama County is preparing for one of its most active elections in recent memory. With four county offices up for election in November, Tama County voters are guaranteed to see at least three new faces in office once the election proceedings conclude later this year. Long-time District 1 ...

Clutier hosts joint meeting of Tama County Legions, Auxiliaries

The Tama County Joint American Legion and Auxiliary meeting was held on Tuesday, March 22, at the Clutier American Legion Hall. Ron Busch called the meeting to order. Tama County Legion Commander Moe McWhirter was not able to attend. The meeting opened in regular form. Minutes of the October, ...

State House, Senate races take shape

The state legislative election picture became clearer following the Friday, March 18, filing deadline for candidates to appear on the ballot for the June primary elections for both Republicans and Democrats. Legislation enacted in 2019 also changed the filing period for independent and other ...