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Zach Stier, Ronda Kelley, and Candy Noelck talk about the Ericson Public Library and the programs and activities for the library during the month of December. There are some changes in the regular programs due to the Christmas and New Year's hours. Project Connection: Understanding Loneliness in Boone Survey continues to January 10th. Aired Friday, December 06, 2024.

Zach Stier, Ronda Kelley, and Candy Noelck talk about the Ericson Public Library and the programs and activities for the library during the month of December. There are some changes in the regular programs due to the Christmas and New Year’s hours. Project Connection: Understanding Loneliness in Boone Survey continues to January 10th. Aired Friday, December 06, 2024.

Posted on 06 December 2024 by KWBG

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Jennifer Hanson, Executive Director, Boone County Chamber of Commerce, talks about all the Holiday related activities, especially with some Chamber weather this weekend, much warmer temperatures. Hanson reviewed 2024 and looked ahead at some new things they hope to incorporate in 2025. She's very excited about some leadership training programs. Aired Thursday December 05, 2024.

Jennifer Hanson, Executive Director, Boone County Chamber of Commerce, talks about all the Holiday related activities, especially with some Chamber weather this weekend, much warmer temperatures. Hanson reviewed 2024 and looked ahead at some new things they hope to incorporate in 2025. She’s very excited about some leadership training programs. Aired Thursday December 05, 2024.

Posted on 05 December 2024 by KWBG

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Boone 100’s Club Supports Boone County Free Clinic

Posted on 05 December 2024 by KWBG

BOONE, Iowa—The Boone 100’s Club held it’s fourth Night of Philanthropy on Wednesday evening at the Boone High School Auditorium. The Night of Philanthropy is held to bring community members together to support a cause by donating $100 for an opportunity to vote for one of three causes. Dave Sherry and Shellie Grabau put the […]

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John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Recycling talks about recycling during the holidays. A perfect example is Christmas wrap. He said most Christmas wrap may not be recyclable due to components that will contaminate recycling. He says the shiny parts usually have a metal component, or glitter on the wrapping paper. He said they are planning to Tree-cycle real Christmas trees. But they need to be clean and free of tinsel and ornaments. More details are expected later this month. Aired Wednesday, December 04, 2024.

John Roosa, Administrator, Boone County Landfill and Recycling talks about recycling during the holidays. A perfect example is Christmas wrap. He said most Christmas wrap may not be recyclable due to components that will contaminate recycling. He says the shiny parts usually have a metal component, or glitter on the wrapping paper. He said they are planning to Tree-cycle real Christmas trees. But they need to be clean and free of tinsel and ornaments. More details are expected later this month. Aired Wednesday, December 04, 2024.

Posted on 04 December 2024 by KWBG

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Lynch Recognized for Years of Service on Boone County Zoning Board of Adjustment

Posted on 04 December 2024 by KWBG

BOONE, Iowa—The end of the year, Dennis Lynch will be stepping down after service 26 years on the Boone County Zoning Board of Adjustment. Lynch was an original member of the Board of Adjustment when Boone County adopted zoning. He was officially appointed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment during a meeting on December 7, […]

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Weekly Fuel Report and Gasoline Prices Still Dropping

Weekly Fuel Report and Gasoline Prices Still Dropping

Posted on 04 December 2024 by KWBG

DES MOINES, Iowa—The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has released the latest fuel report. The price of regular unleaded gasoline fell 5 cents, averaging $2.70 across Iowa according to AAA. Crude Oil Summary The price of global crude oil rose this week on the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) by $.43 per barrel over […]

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Wind Advisory Wednesday

Posted on 03 December 2024 by KWBG

BOONE, Iowa—The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory affecting much of northern Iowa including Boone County. URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGENational Weather Service Des Moines IA149 PM CST Tue Dec 3 2024…WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM CST WEDNESDAY…* WHAT…Northwest winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 […]

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Boone Community Christmas Celebration

Posted on 03 December 2024 by KWBG

BOONE, Iowa—Boone’s Community Christmas Celebration will be held Thursday afternoon and evening. Boone County Convention and Visitors Bureau Executive Director KrisBlocker said this year’s theme is “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” an extension of this year’s Pufferbilly Days’ theme, “Rock the Rails.” The Holiday Lighted Parade will be Thursday, beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Story […]

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House Fire Causes Substantial Damage to Boone County Home

Posted on 03 December 2024 by KWBG

BOONE, Iowa—The Boone Fire Department and firefighters from Gilbert, Kelley and Story City spent about six hours fighting a residential fire in eastern Boone County Monday afternoon and evening. The Boone Fire Department responded to the call about 2:30 p.m. in the 2300 area of 170th Street near the Boone Story County Line Road. Boone […]

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Eli Stines, Boone Mayor talks about Council action from a recent City Council meeting. The Council did approve waiving a building permit fee for the Boone County Communications Center. They also selected Simmering-Cory to provide administrative services for Community Development Block Grant applications for water and waste water projects. Aired Tuesday, December 03, 2024

Eli Stines, Boone Mayor talks about Council action from a recent City Council meeting. The Council did approve waiving a building permit fee for the Boone County Communications Center. They also selected Simmering-Cory to provide administrative services for Community Development Block Grant applications for water and waste water projects. Aired Tuesday, December 03, 2024

Posted on 03 December 2024 by KWBG

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