In her ruling Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Rebecca Goodgame Ebinger said the defendants lacked evidence to show the disruption was large enough to justify censoring Melisa Crook.

Rob and Barb Welch of Winterset are resting after a season of bringing the magic of Santa and Mrs. Claus to the boys and girls of South Central Iowa

New Corning boutique honors recovery from 2024 tornado

A Winterset man died after running onto the roadway and into the side of a truck late Saturday night in Winterset.

2014 Creston graduate Evan Nielsen has spent the last four years working at video game developer Treyarch, contributing to two entries in the popular "Call of Duty" franchise.

Creston’s first debate teams succeeded during their first competition in December and are now headed today and tomorrow to Ankeny for the state debate competitions at Des Moines Area Community College.

The city of Creston is seeking applicants to serve on Creston Parks and Recreation, Board of Adjustment, Historical Preservation Commission, Airport Board and Planning and Zoning.

Maybe you were there when it happened or read about it the first time around, but some things are just worth repeating. Today is Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

Library decreases proposed budget by more than $20,000.

Weary Ramblers, the Americana duo of Kathryn Severing Fox and Chad Elliott, has been all over the country but still call Iowa home.

Closing out 2025, Union County continued revising and editing their code of ordinances, approving the latest changes during their meeting Wednesday.

Union County Public Health plans to utilize community survey results to create a health improvement plan.

Homestead of Creston has reopened this holiday season, with the assisted living and memory care facility holding a ribbon cutting this month to celebrate the new rebuilt grounds.

A recap of 2025's biggest headlines

Name and condition of driver have not been released.

Celebrating Christmas in a nursing home

Education news from 2025.

Sheriff Brian Bolton discussed the work schedule within the jail and the continued search process for hiring more jailors.

U.S. Representative Randy Feenstra visited Creston this month to discuss with fellow Republicans his goals were he to obtain the gubernatorial position.

A collection of community projects, events and awards from 2025

McKinley lake project still on track for March completion.

A look at new businesses in 2025

While most are spending time with family on Christmas Day, essential workers are on the clock to provide necessary services to the community.

What holiday items should be reused, recycled or simply tossed.

Three new faces, two incumbents are sworn in

Ver Meer and Waterworks partnered to avoid a major cost for EMA in 2026

Creston boys finish 1-1 with loss to Glenwood

The city will begin negotiations with the school district to acquire the former ECC playground.

An estimated 60 dead geese have been collected at Green Valley State Park.

Continued declining enrollment and increased operating costs cut into budget

East Union and Murray Superintendent Tim Kuehl plans to retire at the end of the school year.

Maybe you were there when it happened or just read about it the first time around, but some things are just worth repeating. Today is Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

In a two-day federal preliminary injunction hearing, the school district and Melisa Crook argued school safety, student disruption in the wake of Crook's social media comment. The result of the case will determine Crook's employment status at CHS.

Greenlawn Cemetery will continue with their contractor for three additional years.

Flags will be flown at half staff in Iowa in honor of their sacrifice

The City Council will discuss acquiring the former ECC playground during tonight's meeting.

Arrest made for accident that killed Clarke County teen.

Bids for Skilled Trades Center opens Dec. 17

Creston Peppers take first in lights, while the Spartans claimed three trophies.

Creston Waterworks discussed changing an internal water main extension policy to help accommodate local revitalization.

The fund stands at $5,186 of the $12,000 goal

Afton stood by their maintenance worker after he worked long hours over the weekend clearing snow.

Maybe you were there when it happened or just read about it the first time around, but some things are just worth repeating. Today is Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

Daggett takes 39% of votes for the win.

Graphic novels are now the third best-selling genre in the U.S. and Canada.

After a successful week of snow removal, Union County discussed what's needed for the roads department to stay efficient.

Douglas Daggett, Chris Reindl and Josh Thompson are running for mayor.

The Creston Community School District approved a public notice that the former Early Childhood Center, in pieces or as a whole property, is now for sale.

CAT presents heart-warming holiday production

Homestead held an open house Wednesday, showcasing the revival of a retirement and assisted living facility after last year's tornado caused significant damage.