REINBECK — Construction crews are entering the final stretch of a major renovation project at Gladbrook-Reinbeck Elementary School, with district officials reporting that work remains on schedule as the start of the 2026-27 school year approaches.

DIKE — Two young members of the Dike community had a special place in this year's Watermelon Days festivities after being selected as the 2026 Little Miss and Mister.

Peoples Savings Bank announced that Daphne* was named Little Miss and Easton* was selected as Little Mister following this year's contest.

DIKE-NEW HARTFORD— With a strong group of returning runners and a productive summer of training behind them, the Dike-New Hartford cross country teams are preparing to hit the course with plenty of experience this fall.

Coach Will Reingardt said roughly 26 runners participated in the Wolverines’ preseason camp, with that number expected to climb into the low 30s when official practice begins Monday.

CONRAD — The BCLUW Community School District is mourning the loss of High School Principal Joshua “Josh” Tack, 33, of Union, who died from injuries sustained in a weekend crash in Dubuque County.

The Dubuque County Sheriff’s Office identified Tack as one of two people who died following a crash involving a UTV and a car Saturday night, Aug. 8.

DIKE-NEW HARTFORD — Peoples Savings Bank is helping Dike-New Hartford students, families and fans stay connected to school activities with a $4,000 donation toward the district’s use of Bound.

Derek Kruger, of Wellsburg, was announced as this year’s Grundy County awardee for the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame. 

The Grundy Center Kiwanis have been busy this summer with a variety of local goodwill activities around town. 

Throughout July, the Kiwanis have been preparing food for freewill donation around Grundy Center. On Saturday, July 11, the group hosted their annual Felix Grundy Festival Kiwanis breakfast at the local high school, served up by members of the baseball team. 

GRUNDY COUNTY — As part of his 100 Town Hall Tour, State Auditor Rob Sand visited Grundy County on Wednesday, August 5, answering questions from the community during a town hall event. Recently, his proposal regarding kids, social media and online safety has become a topic of conversation and interest to voters.

GRUNDY CENTER — Grundy Center Community School District families can begin preparing for the new school year with registration opening this week and classes set to begin later this month.

Online registration opens Wednesday, Aug. 5. Families needing assistance with the registration process can receive in-person support from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, in the middle/high school commons. 

GRUNDY CENTER — The Grundy County Board of Supervisors approved a fiscal year 2027 budget amendment and received an update on the future of the Pioneer Trail during its regular meeting Monday, Aug. 3.

The meeting opened with approval of the agenda, the Pledge of Allegiance and approval of the minutes from the previous meeting.

GRUNDY CENTER — Classic cars, motorcycles and community fellowship filled the grounds of Grundy Care Center on Sunday as residents welcomed visitors for the facility's annual Car and Motorcycle Show.

GRUNDY COUNTY – Grundy County Sheriff's Office deputies reported the following incidents and enforcement actions for July 22-28:

• July 22: Ivan Torres, 26, of Marshalltown, was cited and released on a charge of driving while license suspended.

• July 22: A bench warrant was issued for Samantha Woods for failure to appear for an arraignment.

• July 24: Ryan Shaner, 45, of Waterloo, was arrested and charged with driving while license barred.

DIKE — One of Grundy County's signature summer traditions returns next week as Dike celebrates its annual Watermelon Days, bringing four days of family activities, community traditions and entertainment to town.