Regals cruise to quarterfinal win, eliminate Spartans
The Grundy Center Spartans football team traveled to Iowa City on Friday night to take on first-ranked Regina Catholic.The Regals sprung out a quick lead in the first quarter, going up…
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GLADBROOK — Veterans visiting Matchstick Marvels in Gladbrook on Veterans Day will receive free admission as the museum recognizes the service and…
CONRAD- The BCLUW Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, Oct. 19 in the Media Center at the BCLUW High School in Conrad. Present on a…
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REINBECK — Gladbrook-Reinbeck Elementary students took their Red Ribbon Week message outside of the classroom this year, spreading kindness…
GRUNDY CENTER- If you were to sit down for a discussion with a veteran, regardless of the branch they served in or the era in which they served, I’m sure the majority of them would tell you that your commitment to the country and the service provided to honor other servicemen and women doesn’t end…
Holland Native and Air Force Captain Gabrielle Baugh Named Nationwide Young Health Physicist of the Year
KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, NEW MEXICO- Another Holland native and graduate of Grundy Center High is leaving a lasting legacy on the world outside of Iowa. Captain Gabrielle Baugh (Haman)…
Grundy County volunteers turn plastic bags into mats for homeless
REINBECK — What began with one woman learning to crochet plastic grocery bags into sleeping mats has grown into a volunteer effort spanning multiple Iowa communities, including Reinbec…
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20 Strong: The Admirable Actions of The Grundy Center Honor Guard
GRUNDY CENTER- If you were to sit down for a discussion with a veteran, regardless of the branch they served in or the era in which they served, I’m sure the majority of them would tel…
Matchstick Marvels honors veterans with free admission on Veterans Day
GLADBROOK — Veterans visiting Matchstick Marvels in Gladbrook on Veterans Day will receive free admission as the museum recognizes the service and sacrifices of those who have served i…
The BCLUW School Board Details Positive Developments and New Contracts at October Meeting
CONRAD- The BCLUW Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, Oct. 19 in the Media Center at the BCLUW High School in Conrad. Present on a roll call vote were Board President …
Gladbrook-Reinbeck students spread kindness during Red Ribbon Week
REINBECK — Gladbrook-Reinbeck Elementary students took their Red Ribbon Week message outside of the classroom this year, spreading kindness throughout the community while encouraging h…
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Regals cruise to quarterfinal win, eliminate Spartans
The Grundy Center Spartans football team traveled to Iowa City on Friday night to take on first-ranked Regina Catholic.The Regals sprung out a quick lead in the first quarter, going up…
Rebels use strong first half to down Crusaders, advance to semifinals
The Gladbrook-Reinbeck football team hosted Coon Rapids-Bayard on Thursday night, with a spot in the UNI-Dome awaiting the winner.The Rebels received the opening kick, but could not do…
Dome bound! Unbeaten Rebels roll 56-8 to reach state semifinals
REINBECK — The next stop is the Dome.Gladbrook-Reinbeck powered past Coon Rapids-Bayard 56-8 Thursday night in an eight-player state quarterfinal, turning another overwhelming playoff …
Beckman Catholic sneaks by Grundy Center in Class 2A semifinal
Two-seed Grundy Center took on three-seed Beckman Catholic in a Class 2A semifinal in Coralville on Wednesday.Grundy Center got out to a strong start in the first set, getting out to a…
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20 Strong: The Admirable Actions of The Grundy Center Honor Guard
GRUNDY CENTER- If you were to sit down for a discussion with a veteran, regardless of the branch they served in or the era in which they served, I’m sure the majority of them would tel…
Matchstick Marvels honors veterans with free admission on Veterans Day
GLADBROOK — Veterans visiting Matchstick Marvels in Gladbrook on Veterans Day will receive free admission as the museum recognizes the service and sacrifices of those who have served i…
The BCLUW School Board Details Positive Developments and New Contracts at October Meeting
CONRAD- The BCLUW Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, Oct. 19 in the Media Center at the BCLUW High School in Conrad. Present on a roll call vote were Board President …
Gladbrook-Reinbeck students spread kindness during Red Ribbon Week
REINBECK — Gladbrook-Reinbeck Elementary students took their Red Ribbon Week message outside of the classroom this year, spreading kindness throughout the community while encouraging h…
Regals cruise to quarterfinal win, eliminate Spartans
The Grundy Center Spartans football team traveled to Iowa City on Friday night to take on first-ranked Regina Catholic.The Regals sprung out a quick lead in the first quarter, going up…
Holland Native and Air Force Captain Gabrielle Baugh Named Nationwide Young Health Physicist of the Year
KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, NEW MEXICO- Another Holland native and graduate of Grundy Center High is leaving a lasting legacy on the world outside of Iowa. Captain Gabrielle Baugh (Haman)…
Former Hawkeye wrestler opens local wrestling club in Grundy Center
Wrestling for Grundy Center athletes has always been an issue. Many children who have participated in wrestling that live in Grundy Center, have had to commute to practices located ov…
Grundy County volunteers turn plastic bags into mats for homeless
REINBECK — What began with one woman learning to crochet plastic grocery bags into sleeping mats has grown into a volunteer effort spanning multiple Iowa communities, including Reinbec…
Grundy County Board of Supervisors Addresses Shifting Speed Limits and Emergency Services
GRUNDY CENTER- The Grundy County Board of Supervisors met in regular session on Nov. 2, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Chairperson Nederhoff called the meeting to order with the following members …
Center Theatre and Peoples Savings Bank Partner to Raise Funds for New Projectors
GRUNDY CENTER- For over eight decades, the Center Theatre has been welcoming film fans through its doors in downtown Grundy Center. Theatres have long played a major role in small comm…
Grundy Center City Council Addresses Healthcare, Water Rates, and a Dog Park at Early November Meeting
GRUNDY CENTER- A regular session of the Grundy Center City Council was called to order at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, in the Council Chambers by Mayor Eberline. This was precede…
Changes to Insurance Premiums and Sewer Rates the Focus of Special Session in Grundy Center
GRUNDY CENTER- A special work session of the Grundy Center City Council was called to order at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov 2, 2026, in the Council Chambers by Mayor Eberline. Present for…
Rebels use strong first half to down Crusaders, advance to semifinals
The Gladbrook-Reinbeck football team hosted Coon Rapids-Bayard on Thursday night, with a spot in the UNI-Dome awaiting the winner.The Rebels received the opening kick, but could not do…
$100,000 Grant Helps Breathe New Life into Historic Downtown Grundy Center
GRUNDY CENTER- Some exciting news in Grundy Center is bringing with it new developments for locally-owned businesses and the residents of this “Main Street” Community alike. Grundy Cen…
Dorothy A. Beenken
Dorothy A. Beenken, 91, of Lincoln, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Sunrise Hill Care Center in Traer, Iowa. A private family celebration of life will be held at a lat…
Dome bound! Unbeaten Rebels roll 56-8 to reach state semifinals
REINBECK — The next stop is the Dome.Gladbrook-Reinbeck powered past Coon Rapids-Bayard 56-8 Thursday night in an eight-player state quarterfinal, turning another overwhelming playoff …
Bioreactor and Strip-Till Field Day to be held in Reinbeck
REINBECK—Iowa Learning Farms, in partnership with Black Hawk Creek Watershed Improvement Project, will host a bioreactor and strip-till field day in Reinbeck on Thursday, Nov. 19 from …
Beckman Catholic sneaks by Grundy Center in Class 2A semifinal
Two-seed Grundy Center took on three-seed Beckman Catholic in a Class 2A semifinal in Coralville on Wednesday.Grundy Center got out to a strong start in the first set, getting out to a…