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Donaldson Foundation Provides $18,000 Grant to Support Industry Recognized Credentials at Howard-Winneshiek CSD

CRESCO - Howard-Winneshiek Community School District recently received an $18,000 grant from the Donaldson Foundation to support Industry Recognized Credentials (IRCs) for high school students. The grant will cover credentialing courses, assessments/testing fees, and required materials, allowing...

Grants Empower Howard County Public Safety

**Federal Grants Enhance Rural Public Safety in Iowa** In a notable display of federal support and community advocacy, Congresswoman Ashley Hinson has played a key role in spearheading initiatives aimed at bolstering public safety efforts in rural Iowa including Howard County. Two significant...

Sue and Tom Barnes present a donation check for $5000 to Mike Dress, CUSB President.

Train Contributions are ‘Chuggin’ Along

The train at Beadle Park is chuggin' along with its restorations and receiving more donations to help complete the task, the latest from a local business and a well known local couple.

Howard County Hero's

HOWARD COUNTY - In Howard County, residents can rest easy knowing that they are well protected by six dedicated fire departments throughout the county. Each department serves a specific area within the county, ensuring that no matter where a fire or emergency may happen, help is never far away...

4-H Programs Empowering Youth through Hands-on Learning

HOWARD COUNTY - 4-H, the nation's largest youth development organization, is making waves by empowering nearly 6 million young people across the U.S. through hands-on learning. Originating in the American heartland around 1902-1912, 4-H was founded to advance agricultural practices by engaging...

New Equipment Opens Door to Local History

CRESCO — A piece of Howard County history just became a little easier to find. The Howard-Winneshiek Genealogical Society recently completed a fundraising project to purchase a new ViewScan, computer and monitor for the public to use at the Cresco Library. The equipment is available free of...

Pictured from left: Stephanie Garcia, Amber Bock and Dough & Joe Owner Molly Pedretti showcase some of the bakery's sweet treats, made fresh daily.

Dough & Joe rates in Top 10 for Iowa Fall Donut Trail 2026 Guide

Sara Stromseth-Troy TPD Reporter CRESCO - For those looking for a sweet idea to mark the change of seasons, Dough & Joe Bakery is among the Top 10 recommended designations along the Iowa Fall Donut Trail 2026 Guide. Molly Pedretti, who owns Dough & Joe along with her husband, Steve...

Howard County Youth Horse participants and volunteers pose for a photo at the TPD office before heading out to raise funds towards the project. Front L-R: Liz Baethke, Caroline Friedges, Alli Burns, Emma Burns, and Amber Vrieze. Back L-R: Jay Burns, Claire Kach, James Kach, Cora Kach and Allen Stoddard.

Howard County Youth Horse Program Launches Campaign for New Horse Barn

CRESCO — For the young people who participate in the Howard County Youth Horse Program, the proposed construction of a new horse barn at The Mighty Howard County Fairgrounds represents more than a new building. It represents a safer place for horses, riders, participants and spectators and a...

Cresco Bank & Trust Commits $150,000 to Legacy Hall

CRESCO – Cresco Bank & Trust, a division of Decorah Bank & Trust, is proud to announce a commitment of $150,000 to support the construction of Legacy Hall, a new community event center planned for the Mighty Howard County Fairgrounds in Cresco. The gift represents one of the project's...

Sometimes ‘Jack-of-all-Trades’ can lead to success

CRESCO - When it comes to learning, you often turn to family, teachers, pastors/priests, and other community members to get that knowledge, which can lead to being a “jack-of-all-trades” as you’re growing up. For Dan Wendl it led to becoming Vice-President of Trane® Technologies, a $21 billion...