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Retail Strategies officials to tour Montgomery county

The Montgomery County Development Corporation met for its regular monthly meeting April 8.MCDC Board President Ann Carder said that the county’s consulting firm, Retail Strategies, will be present to tour the county on April 26-27. Carder said a recent meeting between Retail Strategies...

Noxious weed list agreed upon by weed commissioner, supervisors

The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors has approved a resolution allowing for the destruction of noxious weeds once weather permits.At the supervisors meeting April 12, the board met with Damien Bond, the county’s roadside manager, who also performs the duties of the weed commissioner.Bond said...

in as Fourth Judicial District associate judge

Glenwood attorney Justin Wyatt was administered his oath of office earlire this month to become the newest associate judge for the State of Iowa’s Fourth Judicial District.Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Susan Christensen administered the oath in the courtroom at the Mills County Courthouse before...

Red Oak named a Tree City USA

Every year the Urban Forestry Awards luncheon recognizes cities, college campuses and utilities that demonstrate a variety of dedication to the importance of trees in their respective communities.Awards were presented April 12 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, on behalf of the Arbor Day...

Nominations now open to recognize 2022 conservation farmer of the year

Nominations are now being sought to recognize the 2022 Iowa Conservation Farmer of the Year. Now in its 70th year, this prestigious honor has been awarded to celebrate conservation progress and Iowa farmers who are committed to exceptional environmental stewardship and conservation efforts.The...

Supervisors getting closer to selecting assessor replacement

The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors is making strides in finding a replacement for the Montgomery County Assessor's position.Prior assessor Stacey Von Dielingen left the position to become the assessor in Jasper County in September 2021. The Montgomery County Examining Board, comprised of...

MCCF awards $133,500 in funds

Tess NelsonThe Red Oak Express The Montgomery County Family YMCA will be replacing its rooftop HVAC unit after receiving $30,000 from the Montgomery County Community Foundation, in conjunction with the Red Oak Heritage Foundation.In all, 15 Montgomery County non-profit organizations received $133,...

Gov. Reynolds announces $100M investment in Iowa’s quality of life and tourism

Gov. Reynolds today announced a $100 million investment to bolster the quality of life in Iowa’s communities and attract visitors and new residents to the state. The new effort, called Destination Iowa, will provide grants to help communities move forward on transformational, shovel-ready...

Five year roads plan approved by supervisors

The Montgomery County Secondary Roads Department is finalizing projects for its latest five year roads plan.The plan was unveiled at the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors meeting on April 4. County engineer Karen Albert, and assistant to the engineer Barry Byers, who was present at the meeting...

12.6 million acres of Iowa corn to be planted in 2022

Iowa farmers intend to plant 12.6 million acres of corn for all purposes in 2022 according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Prospective Plantings report. This is down 300,000 acres from 2021.Producers intend to plant 10.4 million acres of soybeans in Iowa this year. This is...