The Iowa FFA Public Speaking Leadership Event was held at Iowa State University, Ames, on Monday, April 23, 2018. Twelve individuals participated in this year’s Career Development Event (CDE). The first place…
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Sixth Grade Mythbuster Science Fair
The sixth grade fair was held again this year, but with a twist. Each project began with a myth, which was then researched and tested by the sixth graders. This required a…
CHCSI Expands into Other Towns
Community Health Centers of Southern Iowa is excited to be offering Behavioral Health Services in the Princeton area at 606 Main Street, Princeton, MO. Carol Hubbard, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) will be…
Two Census Tracts in Decatur County Nominated as Opportunity Zones to Spur Business Investment
This map shows the nominate area for Opportunity Zones designation. The areas outlined in black are nominted. by Shannon Erb Director of the DCDC On Friday, April 20, Governor Kim Reynolds and…
County Extension Recognized for 100 Years of Service
The Decatur County Extension celebrated 100 years of service to the county last Wednesday evening, April 18. From its humble beginnings in a partnership with Farm Bureau, the Extension has been an…
Decatur County Development Corporation Host First Annual Meeting
The Decatur County Development Corporation hosted its first Annual Meeting and Fundraising Gala on Friday, April 20, 2018. With over 70 guests in attendance, the group celebrated Economic Development and business successes…
Residents Beware
According to Danny Jones of Jones Industries, several people have been getting calls claiming to be from Microsoft, the IRS and a few others and pressuring individuals for money. He has also…
Students Watch a Mock Drunk Driver Crash Drill
As members of the Central Decatur student body look on, members of the Leon Fire and Rescue, along with Decatur County Ambulance personnel, work to free injured students from a car during…
FFA Holds Annual Parent-Member Banquet; Awards Given
Cody Richardson of the Central Trail FFA was recently presented with the school’s highest agricultural honor, the DEKALB Agricultural Accomplishment Award, sponsored by Bill Fischer of Monsanto Company. Mr. Richardson, the son…
2018 State Qualifier – Cardinal Jazz Band
The CD Jazz Band, under the direction of Aaron Comer, CD band director, took first place at the South Central Iowa Band Association (SCIBA)district jazz festival, earning privileges to the State Jazz…