Sanders becomes first Iowa girl to reach 200 career wins

KCRG
January 22, 2026 2:06 pm

By Collin DaviesChloe Sanders has made history as the first Iowa high school girls wrestler to reach 200 career wins, achieving the milestone during her senior season at Vinton-Shellsburg.

ALLEN COLLEGE – UNITYPOINT HEALTH NAMES STUDENTS TO DEAN'S LIST

ALLEN COLLEGE
January 22, 2026 12:06 pm

The administration and faculty of Allen College are pleased to congratulate students named to the Allen College Dean’s List at the completion of the fall semester of the 2025 - 2026 academic year.

Scholarships Available for High School Graduating Seniors

BENTON SWCD
January 22, 2026 12:05 pm

Once again, Conservation Districts of Iowa (CDI) is partnering with Benton Soil & Water Conservation District (Benton SWCD) to foster the higher education endeavors of Iowa students interested in conservation and agriculture by offering scholarships.

What We're Reading - Flowers for Algernon

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 21, 2026 12:44 pm

I recently read Daniels Keyes' classic novel 'Flowers for Algernon' as part of Vinton's Big Read. The book was first published in 1966 and is based on Keyes' short story of the same name.

Iowa State University announces Fall Graduates

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
January 21, 2026 12:39 pm

Iowa State University announced the fall graduates. 1,751 degrees were awarded to graduates this fall. Commencement ceremonies were held December 19-20, 2025 at the Hilton Coliseum.

Hawkeye Community College Earns The Best Place for Working Parents® Designation

HAWKEYE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
January 20, 2026 5:31 pm

Hawkeye Community College has once again been recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents ®, marking the fourth consecutive year the college has earned the national designation.

What We're Reading: Overdue

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 20, 2026 5:31 pm

I recently read 'Overdue' by Stephanie Perkins. It tells the story of Ingrid and Cory, a couple in their early 20s who have been in a relationship for years.

What We're Reading: The Ferryman and His Wife

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
January 19, 2026 4:35 pm

I’ve been reading some truly exquisite books lately from the library—and I must admit, they’ve been so quietly heartbreaking that I’ve found myself crying more than  once.

ECC Announces 2025 Fall Term Dean's List

ELLSWORTH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
January 19, 2026 4:35 pm

One hundred and sixty-nine students were named to the Fall 2025 (August to December) Dean’s List at Ellsworth Community College. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must have taken 12 or more credit hours during the semester (a full-time class load) and have earned at least a 3.

U.S. Presidential Scholars nomination period now open!

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
January 17, 2026 2:12 pm

Do you know an outstanding Iowa high school senior who excels in academics, career and technical education or the arts? The Iowa Department of Education is now accepting nominations for exceptional student leaders in each of these categories for the prestigious U.