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The small northwest Iowa community of Cherokee is home to about 5,000 people. Many grow up there, go away for work or school, and never come back.
Grassroots: Regional Extension directors are named
Twenty regional Extension education directors have been selected for Iowa State University Extension, as part of a reorganization announced last month by the Board of Regents.
Genealogy Query - DICKINSON : HOSKINS : PIERCE : RYSCHON : WELLER
I am trying to identify the biological father of Helen Irene Pierce b.Feb.15, 1909 in Amelia, NE.
High winds - A powerful thunderstorm rolled through Cherokee County early on the morning of June 18, 2009, leaving downed trees and branches in its wake.
White House Native American advisor has Iowa ties
A woman who graduated from the University of Iowa School of Law will soon be serving as senior policy advisor for Native American Affairs for the White House.
Cherokee County veterans make Washington pilgrimage
What does the number 180,100 mean to the World War II veterans from Cherokee County? It means that the veterans were part of that number of World War II veterans who have gone on the Honor Flights from across America since the program began in 2005.
Supervisors discuss ballot language for LEC Election
The Cherokee County Board of Supervisors met with Mark Cory of Ahler & Cooney Law, and Scott Stevenson of Ruan Securities, on Tuesday.
Dr. John Brahm "Jack" Watkins, 83, longtime Minot veterinarian and former co-owner of Minot Veterinary Clinic, died on Sunday, May 31, 2009, in a Minot healthcare center.
Siouxland veteran can't forget 'horror' of Iwo Jima battle
The Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission may bet on a $90-million casino proposed for Lyon County, Iowa.
Cherokee to Host Antique Tractor Ride
Who knew that 10 years ago tractor rides all over the country would become so popular? Maybe it's the leisurely pace you travel down the road, having the opportunity to really "see" what you may have driven by hundreds of times? Maybe it's the opportunity to do something with your family and reminisce about the "good old days" when this tractor was ...
Cherokee Farmers Market starts today
Starting today, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., the Cherokee Farmers' Market at the historic Cherokee Railroad Depot will be starting it's sixth year.
$3.5 Million Decision: Cherokee County Jail
It's been on the drawing board for more than a decade, and now - a new Cherokee County Jail is one step closer to reality.
Cherokee or bust - Not much is know about this group of rambling cowboys, and the Cherokee County Archives need your help.
Cherokee Board approves salary packages
Plan to renovate ball fields gets complicated The Cherokee School Board unanimously approved salary/benefit recommendations for the Administration and Support Staff, and also ratified the Master Working Agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 234, for the 2009-2010 school year at Monday's regularly scheduled meeting.
Creative Writing Classes to be offered locally
The Book Vine will offer a summer creative writing workshop this summer, led by students of the prestigious Iowa Writers' Workshop.
CPD Special Enforcement Project
Focus on 'Click it or ticket' seatbelt usage The Cherokee Police Department will undertake a special enforcement project from May 18 - 31.
Police Suspect Man In Other Enticement Cases 50min
Authorities said a 64-year-old man accused of trying to entice a 12-year-old girl may be involved in four other cases.
Cherokee Iowa Man Accused Of Trying To Abduct Girl
Authorities have arrested a 64-year-old Cherokee man accused of trying to abduct a 12-year-old girl after school in Irwin in western Iowa.
Suspect Charged In Attempted Abduction
The Shelby County Sheriff's Department made an arrest Friday night in the attempted abduction of a girl in Irwin, Iowa.
The "Cherokee Connection" radio program on KCHE FM returns to the air tonight from 5:40 - 6:40 p.m. Host Tim Gaydo's scheduled guest tonight is Chad Elliot, talented singer, songwriter, guitar player, and sculptor, who will talk to Tim via telephone.
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