News
Latest news and information for Charles City and the rest of North Eastern Iowa.
- Jan- 2022 -21 January
51st Annual Snowfest Runs Through Sunday in Cresco
The 51st Annual Snowfest runs Thursday through Sunday in the Cresco area. Driftrunners Snowmobile Club President Zach Gooder, who’s grandfather…
Read More » - 21 January
Charles City Council Approves UTV Registration Fees
Earlier this month, Charles City approved a new ordinance allowing UTVs to be driven in city limits. Now, registration fees…
Read More » - 21 January
Chickasaw County Ambulance Council Approves Feasibility Study, Contract Extension
The long term future of ambulance service in Chickasaw County is still uncertain, but officials have agreed on two short…
Read More » - 21 January
Deadline for Persons Interested in Chickasaw County Supervisor Position Friday
While there will be a special election to select a successor to Chickasaw County District 1 Supervisor Rick Holthaus, who…
Read More » - 21 January
Charles City Man Gets Probation for Stealing from His Grandmother
A Charles City man has agreed to a plea deal for stealing thousands of dollars from his grandmother. 34-year-old Casey…
Read More » - 21 January
Join KCHA Live at Scooter’s Coffee in Charles City Friday Morning
The new Scooter’s Coffee Drive-Thru opened December 13th at 501 Freeman Street in Charles City. Friday (01.21), Scooter’s celebrates their…
Read More » - 20 January
New Hampton a Healthy Hometown Finalist
New Hampton is one of eight finalists for the Healthy Hometown powered by Wellmark Community Award. The Healthiest State Initiative…
Read More » - 20 January
More Frigid Temps Overnight Thursday/Friday Morning
Latest Wind Chill Advisories from National Weather Service URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI 618…
Read More » - 20 January
DNR to Host Hunting, Trapping Season Review Sessions
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hosting a series of town hall-style meetings, including several in north Iowa, …
Read More » - 20 January
Carbon Pipeline Meetings Friday, Monday in North Iowa
Landowners in Franklin, Butler and Floyd counties can learn more about a proposed carbon pipeline during special hearings hosted by…
Read More » - 20 January
Floyd County Sheriff’s Office Moves Into to New LEC
With renovations continuing at the Floyd County Courthouse and construction of the new Law Enforcement Center in Charles City nearing…
Read More » - 20 January
Positive COVID Numbers Continue to Climb Across North Iowa
The number of new positive COVID cases in Floyd County has more than tripled in recent weeks. According to the…
Read More » - 20 January
Chickasaw County Environmental Health Hits the Road to Sell Radon Test Kits
Radon testing kits are becoming more accessible in the New Hampton area within the next two weeks. January is Radon…
Read More » - 19 January
Meeting on Future of Ambulance Service in Chickasaw County Tonight
Discussion on the future of ambulance services in Chickasaw County continues tonight in New Hampton. The Chickasaw County Ambulance Council…
Read More » - 19 January
City Council Could Approve Wage Increases Charles City Fire and Public Works Unions Tonight
Resolutions for pay increases for Charles City fire department and public works unions are up for consideration at tonight’s City…
Read More » - 19 January
Charles City’s TLC Gets Second $750,000 State Grant
For the second time in the past year, The Learning Center (TLC) in Charles City is getting a large financial…
Read More » - 19 January
Floyd County Could Hire New Engineer Soon
Floyd County appears to be close to hiring a new County Engineer. At their regular meeting Monday morning, Supervisors Chairman…
Read More » - 18 January
NWS Issues Wind Chill Advisories Wednesday for North Central, Northeast Iowa
Latest Wind Chill Advisories for North Iowa on Wednesday URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service La Crosse WI…
Read More » - 18 January
Snow Totals Vary Across the Region from Friday’s Snowstorm
Friday’s winter storm added about a half a foot of new snow cover to several areas of north Iowa. According…
Read More » - 18 January
New Hampton Police Department to Add Secure Lobby Entrance
The New Hampton Police Department is taking sealed bids for the construction of a secure lobby area. Chief Zach Nosbisch…
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