The annual statewide tornado drill will take place 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 25.

Today is March 19, the 78th day of the year. There are 287 days remaining in 2026.

The new contract will go into effect July 1. While pickup days will stay the same, new receptacles will need to be distributed.

Due to a move outside of Ward 3, Jen Worisek is no longer able to represent the ward on Creston City Council. Worisek was elected in November and ran unopposed.

Michelle Hanson was in Puerto Vallarta during the cartel violence in February, but says the unrest was blown out of proportion in the U.S.

Due to increased valuations, the tax levy will decrease by .2%.

Despite recent snow, the winter's snow drought leaves the ground still needing moisture for ideal planting conditions

Team fundraising for $18,000 to save program.

As deer populations decline around the Midwest, Southwest Iowa saw more hunters travel from out of state

While registration for baseball is closed, those interested in soccer can still join.

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, March 12, 2026. There are 294 days remaining in the year. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

Director Ann Coulter, founder of Southwestern's website, will retire this June.

"Three-strike" bill would issue a 20-year minimum prison sentence without parole for repeat offenders who earn three "strikes" within 20 years.

Multi-million dollar grant to cover lighting, roads, sidewalks and housing in the Uptown district.

Though officials hoped for council approval, Mayor Doug Daggett pushes timeline back for more involvement.

Owners say $25,000 state grant was instrumental in increasing product sales.

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, March 5, 2026. There are 301 days remaining in the year. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

Future goals include a printing kiosk and soundproof booth.

Mykela wasn't able to go to Disney for her Make A Wish because of COVID. Donations can be made below to help make the 11 year old's dream come true. https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-make-mykelas-disney-world-dream-come-true

Superintendent says the board has done a good job at keeping budgets in check.

Sen. Chuck Grassley spoke with the CNA on various topics during Monday’s Capitol Hill Report.

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, Feb. 26, 2026. There are 308 days remaining in the year. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

A total of ten bids were approved for the construction of the new Skilled Trades Center and sidewalk improvements.

Truth Family Chiropractic offers a variety of services, including corrective adjustments and posture evaluations.

A 2014 CHS graduate, Andy Arthur Smith has amassed millions of followers and a trip to the Grammy Awards.

SAVE/PPEL funds can only be used for building infrastructure projects. If unused, the school could have reduced future funding.

U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley's annual 99-county tour kicked off in Creston.

Using city funding for new programs and repairs at SPFFC has caused an uptick in memberships.

Education topics during Legislative Coffee included the cell phone ban, pay for paraprofessionals and new bills coming down the pipeline.

Clarke County Chief Deputy Brian Akers mourns the recent loss of K-9 Sky

Continued declining enrollment means the school district must find new reductions in budget.

Creston native John Walters is being honored with a Lifetime Service to Officiating award at the state wrestling tournament Saturday at the Casey's Center in Des Moines.

Senator Tom Shipley and Representative Devon Wood spoke with constituents Saturday during the first Legislative Coffee of the year.

Creston Municipal Airport terminal to more than double in size with addition.

The CNA newsroom brought home a slew of awards from the 2026 Iowa Newspaper Association Convention.

Union County Republicans held a caucus Monday evening to discuss and endorse candidates for the June primary election

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, Feb. 5, 2026. There are 329 days remaining in the year. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

While dredging is almost complete, McKinley Lake won't get docks or new fish habitation until later in the year.

Library board happy with progress on three-year strategic plan.

A Lorimor man previously charged with the sexual abuse of two minors, faces an additional charge filed Thursday in Union County District Court.

The Friends of the Library Valentine's Cookie Fundraiser is honoring its founder, Kay Ritter, in its 25th anniversary. Orders can be placed at gibson-memorial-library.square.site or at the library.

Mount Ayr graduate earns cornhole team win.

Mount Ayr Community School District receives $50,000 STEM BEST grant.

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. 29, 2026. There are 336 days remaining in the year. Here’s what the CNA reported on this week in history. Do you remember?

Pool house renovations will conclude before summer season.

Creston Police Chief Cameron Hale recognized Investigator Cory Dorsey during a recent city council meeting.

The bowling alley was set to host a dual senior night Monday for Creston and Clarke, as well as postseason contests in February

Improvements include adding a boulevard and turn lanes at the main entrance alongside improvements to seven or eight different sidewalk areas.

Creston schools are canceled due to winter weather

New ECC set to be complete in late February or early March.