UNDATED—The Federal Emergency Management Agency is now a part of the response for the coronavirus outbreak in the United States.  FEMA began it’s participation late last week and one of the first steps taken was to address misinformation that has been spreading. Coronavirus Rumor Control The purpose of this FEMA page (https://www.fema.gov/coronavirus-rumor-control) is to help […]

Schools began making free lunches available on Monday to students that are present at the time of pickup.  The free program is the same program made available during the summer.  Schools are scheduled to offer the program while schools are closed, now until mid-April.  For a list of pickup places and times go to https://www.kwbg.com/2020/03/23/schools-begin-free-lunches-monday.

EXTENDED CLOSURE INFORMATION Alliant Energy is temporarily suspending disconnections for all of Iowa and Wisconsin customers during the public health emergency related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. In addition, the company plans to waive late fees in Iowa. Alliant Energy is encouraging customers to set up payment plans based on their ability to pay. Boone […]

DES MOINES, Iowa—A press release for Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds office says there will be a press conference Monday afternoon to update the public on the number of COVID-19 cases in Iowa.  Another 15 positive cases were reported Monday morning, bring the total to 105.  The Governor’s Press Conference is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. and […]

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is investigating what appears to be a case of illegal dumping of shingles on 250th Street to the east of A Avenue.  The Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information to please call 515-433-0527.    

BOONE, Iowa—School will begin making free lunches available to students that are present at the time of pickup.  The free program is the same program made available during the summer.  Schools are scheduled to offer the program while schools are closed, now until mid-April. In Boone: Boone High School west entrance in the “U” shaped […]

EXTENDED CLOSURE INFORMATION Alliant Energy is temporarily suspending disconnections for all of Iowa and Wisconsin customers during the public health emergency related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. In addition, the company plans to waive late fees in Iowa. Alliant Energy is encouraging customers to set up payment plans based on their ability to pay. Boone […]