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Unknown chemical smell leads to apartment complex evacuation

An apartment building was temporarily evacuated July 13 after reports of an unknown chemical smell, later discovered to be insecticide. At around 2:45 p.m., the Red Oak Fire Department was dispatched to 1403 E. Summit St. on a report of a chemical smell emanating from within the apartment building...

Increase in need at Christ’s Cupboard

The rising cost of, well, everything has led to a sharp increase in those seeking assistance at Christ’s Cupboard Food Pantry in Red Oak.Director Lois Trinity said from January to June 2022, they have served more than 2,000 people, putting them on pace for a record number of clients since they...

Public meeting on carbon pipeline

The Iowa Carbon Pipeline Resistance Coalition will co-host a public meeting on the dangers and damages of proposed CO2 pipelines from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 14 in the Firehouse Restaurant backroom.The Firehouse Restaurant is located at 310 E. Washington Ave., Red Oak. Doors will open at 6 p...

O’Neal outlines facilities plans

The Red Oak School Board took its first steps towards facilities planning and capital improvements at the regular meeting July 11.At the July 27 meeting, the board unanimously approved awarding services for facilities assessment and long-range planning to Alley Poyner Macchietto Architecture....

New 3-digit dialing code for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. While some areas may be currently able to connect to the Lifeline by dialing 988, this dialing code will be available to everyone across the United States starting on...

July 11 Iowa Crops and Weather Report

Most of the State received rain along with warmer temperatures, resulting in 4.0 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending July 10, 2022, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. A derecho blew through northern Iowa on Tuesday, causing some crop damage. Fieldwork...

Gov. Reynolds and officials warn Iowans of dangerous Fentanyl and fake pills

Today, Governor Kim Reynolds joined with state health and safety officials to warn Iowans about the growing threat of illicit fentanyl and counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl. Counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl are increasingly being found in Iowa communities. In 2021, the Iowa Division of...

Rubey, Byers recognized

Bette Byers and Clint Rubey of Rubey Realty were recognized recently for dedicated years of service. Byers' last day with Rubey Realty was June 30. She developed and refined the position of closing agent and currently holds the position of closing manager. Byers is well respected by her entire...

With many thanks

Members of the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors pose for a photo with county auditor Stephanie Burke on her final meeting. Burke took a position with the Stanton Community School District after working for the county for more than 10 years. Pictured, from left, Randy Cooper, Mark Peterson,...

No action on carbon pipeline engineering firm, trails request approved

The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors is waiting to take action on hiring an engineering firm in regards to the proposed Summit Carbon Pipeline.The supervisors met with one firm, L.T. Leon Associates, in March, but took no action on the proposal. Supervisor Donna Robinson said she had yet to...