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Dear Clayton Community, The City of Clayton has been made aware of fraudulent emails being sent while impersonating Mayor Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns and requesting gift cards. These messages are  not legitimate  and did not come from the City. Emails from the Mayor and City Hall will come from the following addresses: kaitlynkuehlberns@gmail.com  (Mayor) cityofclayton@alpinecom.net  (City Clerk) The City will never request gift cards or urgent payments by email or text. If you recei

The Elkader Chamber of Commerce annoucnes the newest Board Members to the EACC Board of Directors!  Clarissa DeShaw, FreedomBank: Clarissa is starting her 2nd term on the Board. Her background knowledge of the organization and service as the Treasure of EACC are invaluable.  Elijah Hopp, Alpine Communications: Elijah is new to the BOD, and we are looking forward to his contributions from the telecommunications industry. Brandi Herman, EXIT Realty Driftless GrouP: Brandi is ne

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – February 4, 2026 –   The Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation (IALF) has awarded 118 Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) Teacher Supplement Grants to Iowa educators, advancing its mission to build agricultural literacy through hands-on, standards-aligned experiences for students across the state.                 The IALF AITC Teacher Supplement Grant program provides up to $200 per project to support new or expanded initiatives that help students bette

The Clayton County Board of Supervisors approved a three-percent raise for Elected County Officials, including the Supervisors positions. The Board approved a Bridge Overlay Project in Buena Vista Township at a cost of 350-thousand dollars. The Supervisors also approved the purchase of a Utility Truck for the Secondary Roads Department at a cost of 55-thousand. They also approved a Beer and Liquor and Cigarette Permit for the Crossroads #8 Convenience Story, the former Fast

Crawford County, Wisconsin, Sheriff’s Office Agency Incident Case No. 2026-00075 Hit & Run Crash - Property Damage Town of Bridgeport, Wis. - On Monday, February 2nd, 2026, at approximately 5:40 p.m., the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a hit and run traffic crash on Maple Lane. Sometime between 3:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m., a vehicle struck a residential mailbox and fire number sign and fled the scene. CRAWFORD COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS URGES ANYONE HAVING INFOR

On February 3, 2026, at approximately 10:05am, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office arrested Sarah Megan Fowler, age 35 of Dunkerton, on a valid Fayette County Warrant for Operating While Intoxicated 2 nd Offense (Aggravated Misdemeanor). Fowler was transported to the Fayette County Jail where she is being held on a $1000 cash or surety bond and awaits an initial appearance from a Magistrate Judge.

Luana City Council Minutes of February 2, 2026 The Luana City Council held their regular monthly meeting Monday, February 2, 2026, at 7:00 pm. with Council Members Lonnie Baade, Kevin Boddicker, Craig Radloff and Jackie Radloff-Schneider present. Absent: Todd Olson. Mayor Luke Steege called meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Minutes of January meeting were reviewed and approved upon a motion by Radloff-Schneider second by Boddicker, carried unanimously. Radloff-Schneider motioned t

Preservation Iowa has designated 6 properties in Iowa for 2026 Most Endangered Designations.  Here are the 2026 Most Endangered Properties:  Holliwell Covered Bridge, Madison County   Meyers Farmstead District within Pleasant Grove Heritage Park, Lisbon, Linn County   White Springs Supper Club, McGregor, Clayton County   Riverton Chautauqua Pavilion, Fremont County   Trinity Church, Forest City, Winnebago County   100-102 N. Main Street, Conrad, Grundy County      Preservatio

At 5:02pm on January 30, 2026, Oelwein Police responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Rock Island Rd and 10th St SE.  A silver 2012 Nissan Quest, driven by Zara Druecker of Oelwein, attempted to cross Rock Island Rd heading eastbound when they cut off and were struck by a black 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, driven by Krystal Thole of Strawberry Point, that was heading northbound on Rock Island Rd.  Initial estimates of damages were $3,000 to the vehicle driven by

The Elkader Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Elkader, and the City of Elkader held their annual awards dinner to celebrate Elkader's accomplishments in 2025.  Chamber members and Main Street investors voted on the various categories. recognize and celebrate the people and businesses that make Elkader special. Rehabilitation Innovation — Caleb & Danielle Shea Life Can Be This Good — Bryton Rentschler Marketer of the Year — EXIT Realty Driftless Group Community Spirit — Cletus

The Entertainment has been announced for the 2026 Clayton County Fair. One concert event will be held on Thursday, August 6 th with the band, One of These Nights at 7pm. One of These Nights is a tribute to the Eagles and solo work of Don Henley, Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh. The group, based out of Chicago and Arizona, is one of the top drawing Eagles cover bands in the country. One of These Nights Tribute Band Two shows will be held on Friday, August 7 th . The opening act at 7

On the afternoon hours of 1-29-26, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a 7-year-old child being left home alone after 9:00PM all night, alone at an address in the City of Hawkeye.  While patrolling the area, a Fayette County Deputy observed a vehicle leaving the address at 9:30PM, and it was verified that a child was left home alone.  During the investigation process, it was found that Kari Lynn Youngblut, 44 of Hawkeye, had on numerous occasions since th

The Clayton County Foundation for the Future is pleased to announce the launch of a new endowment fund for the Clayton County Food Shelf in St. Olaf. The William P. Wille Food Assistance Endowment will provide annual support, forever, ensuring a sustainable source of income for the organization.  Starting out, the endowment will provide approximately 280 meals per year for area families. As the endowment grows over time, that number will increase.   Utoni Ruff, food shelf sup

At 3:48pm on January 29, 2026, Oelwein Police arrested Timothy Parrish, 64, of Oelwein.  Parrish was arrested on a U.S. Marshall's warrant for federal indictment on an original charge of 23 counts of Possession of Firearm by a Felon - Class D Felony.  This arrest was made in the 100 block of 7th Ave NE.   At 4:04pm on January 29, 2026, Oelwein Police arrested Dominic Tyler Thorsten, 32, of Oelwein.  Thorsten was arrested on a Buchanan County warrant for an original charge of

The Winneshiek County Treasurer's Office will be closed to all in-person traffic on Wednesday, February 4th, 10:15am-2pm for staff training with the Iowa Department of Transportation. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

CLAYTON COUNTY, Iowa —Clayton County Foundation for the Future will begin accepting grant applications on February 9. The application is available online at dbqfoundation.org/CCFF , along with grant guidelines and a list of past recipients. Applications are due March 20.   New this year, the maximum grant amount has been increased to $2,000. Also new this year, the Foundation has taken a particular interest in prioritizing projects and programs that address human services and

At 5:15pm on January 27, 2026, Oelwein Police responded to a motor vehicle collision in the Fareway parking lot following reports of a vehicle driving into three other vehicles.  A silver 2016 Chevrolet Traverse, driven by Myrna Price of Oelwein, collided with a green 2012 Chevrolet Equinox owned by Mindy Noe of Oelwein, a white 2017 Chevrolet Equinox owned by Mary Ridenour of Arlington, and a blue 2025 Nissan Sentra owned by Katherine Turner of Oelwein.  Initial estimates of

Crawford County Health Department Targets Lung Health Improvements  The Crawford County Health Department is focusing their efforts to improve lung health  outcomes by promoting radon testing, providing resources to reduce smoking and vaping and  encouraging early cancer screenings.  According to the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative [ wicancer.org ], lung cancer is the third most  common cancer diagnosis in Crawford County. While our diagnosis rate is similar to the Wisconsin 

The Clayton Soil and Water Conservation District will be holding their  regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the USDA Service Center conference room located at 500  Gunder Road NE, Elkader, IA.   The tentative agenda is as follows: approval of minutes; treasurer’s  report and approval of bills; Targeted Demonstrations WQI Project Report; FARMS cost share cancelations, applications, amendments and  completed projects; and various updates.  

On January 27, 2026, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office arrested 40-year-old Joshua Allen Chamberlain of Aurora after being placed on escape status from the West Union Residential Facility.  Buchanan County Sheriff's Office located him at a residence in Aurora, and then he was transferred to the Fayette County Jail  where he is being held .