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Letters to the Editor

Two COVID-19 deaths in Tama Co. were long-term care residents

The Tama County Department of Public Health said Monday both of the county's two COVID-19 deaths have occurred in long-term care residents. There were 42 confirmed total cases in the county Tuesday according to the Iowa Dept. of Health."We know this is a difficult time for everyone in our ...

Races set for June 2 Primary

A race has developed for the Republican nomination for 2nd District Tama County Supervisor in the June 2 Iowa Primary. William Faircloth and Roger Wacha Jr., both of rural Toledo, are both vying for the nomination.Jeff Schrock, has filed for the Democrat nomination for Tama County Sheriff (See ...

Tama County Emergency Disaster Declaration

Tama County Supervisors unanimously approved the Declaration on Monday morning, March 30, during their regular meeting conducted on the internet using the Zoom Service which provides for meetings to take place with participants at different locations.To view or take part on Zoom the Tama County ...

City of Dysart takes steps – COVID-19

Update:All City buildings are currently closed to the public until April 8, 2020, to help minimize exposure in the community. The situation will be re-evaluated at that time.The City of Dysart is working with local, state, and federal partners to keep our community informed about the ...

Meskwaki Settlement woman diagnosed with coronavirus

UPDATE: Lindsey Johnson‘s breathing worsened on Sunday and she was sent to the hospital where she is under observation. Lindsey Johnson was one of the first people in Tama County to be diagnosed with COVID-19. She received the diagnosis on Saturday and has been isolated since ...

COVID-19 cases now stand at 14 in Tama County

Note: As news regarding Covid-19 continues to change on a daily basis this article has been updated from the time of deadline.From the last report available on Wednesday, April 1 the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 52 additional positive cases of Iowans with ...

Community Calendar

First Wednesday of every monthIs someone's (past or present) drinking or drug use affecting your life? Maybe Alanon can help! This is a free, anonymous, support group that meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m., 226 Eldora Road Hudson, IA (In the basement of the Community Church, ...

Union schools aiming for free meals for students

Fellow Knights,Many of you have seen schools providing grab-and-go meals for students in their district and are probably wondering why Union has not made any announcement about offering these meals.I have been working with Tina Hanna, Union's Food Services Directorand the state office. Some of ...