A chain of Iowa-based Mexican restaurants is being sued by the federal government for allegedly paying some of its workers only the tips collected from customers. Full text is available only to ...

West Branch Fire Chief Dick Stoolman lived on North First Street, while firefighter David “Vid” Johnson worked downtown on the second floor of the Hoover House. Full text is available only to ...

West Branch, Tipton, and North Cedar student musicians to perform throughout Europe this summer, according to a press release. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are currently a ...

The West Branch Food Pantry is expanding its reach this spring with several exciting developments aimed at supporting local families, especially those with children. Full text is available only to ...

A new 5K, a new bookstore, a bike rodeo, and a taste of Hooverball — the Summer Kickoff continues to grow this weekend in West Branch’s downtown. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are ...

With the hope of inspiring others to make a difference, a local group will host a series of events to mark the end of slavery. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are currently a ...

While limited to three days per year, residents may now explode fireworks inside the city limits. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are currently a subscriber, click here to access ...

West Branch High School hosted its annual awards night on May 14, presenting dozens of awards to numerous students. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are currently a subscriber, click ...

An even smaller “slum and blight” area received split approval from the West Branch City Council on June 2. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are currently a subscriber, click here to ...

Among the 60 graduates on Sunday, West Branch High School selected Layla Elizabeth Samuelson and Joshua Edward Kroemer as its outstanding seniors. Principal Sara Oswald announced the two as the Class ...

Greenview residents will get a somewhat brighter neighborhood after the West Branch City Council agreed to buy four new streetlights. At its May 5 meeting, the council approved an agreement with Linn ...

Main Street West Branch announced last week it awarded 10 businesses a combined total of $20,000 in grants. Full text is available only to subscribers. If you are currently a subscriber, click here to ...