AMES, Iowa – New research at Iowa State University shows that using advanced planting techniques can triple the amount of biomass produced by the perennial, bioenergy crop miscanthus in its establishment year. This would significantly increase the plant’s potential to store carbon and improve its economic viability for producers.   Agricultural lands hold significant potential for […]

BOONE, Iowa—The staff from the Ledges State Park held their Annual Season Wrap Up meeting at the Boone City Hall Auditorium. Park Manager Andy Bartlett gave a brief presentation about a very successful year. Bartlett said that 2024 was nearing 4,000 volunteer hours, more than they’ve ever had before. He said over 700 volunteer hours […]

The Boone boys’ wrestling team lost a dual meet at Carlisle, 60-19, Thursday, December 19. 

The Ogden boys’ wrestling team faced Panorama, Adair Casey/Guthrie Center and Southeast Valley Thursday, December 19, in Ogden. The Bulldogs were able to beat Southeast Valley, 51-14, and also topped Panorama, 44-32.

The Ogden girls wrestling team finished 2nd and scored 126.5 points at the West Central Athletic Conference Tournament on Thursday, December 20, at Woodward. 

The Boone boys’ basketball team came from behind to win in overtime against Perry, 83-78, Thursday, December 19, in Boone. 

The Boone girls’ basketball team started strong and beat Perry, 58-29, Thursday, December 19, in Boone. 

The Boone boys swimming team won 6 events as it beat Carroll, 52-42, and Atlantic, 73-21, Thursday, December 19, at Carroll. 

The Madrid boys’ basketball team topped West Fork, 82-46, on Thursday, December 19, in Madrid.