Waukee man allegedly assaults Waukee woman in home
A Waukee man was arrested Monday after allegedly assaulting a Waukee woman while driving. Deacon Jonathon Montgomery, 23, of 3684 Jasmin Lane, Waukee, was charged with first-offense domestic abuse assault-bodily injury or mental illness. The incident began about 3 a.m. Saturday in a vehicle on U.S. Interstate 80 in...
Iowa Spring/Summer 2026 Weather Alert: Des Moines, Cedar Rapids Tornado Watch vs Warning Explained
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Des Moines, Iowa – Tornadoes are often associated with the Great Plains, and Iowa sits near the center of one of the most active severe weather corridors in the United States, giving residents only minutes...
Crisp & Green opens 50th location in Iowa River Landing
Crisp & Green, a healthy fast food restaurant, has opened the doors to its 50th location in the nation in Coralville’s Iowa River Landing, bringing fast and healthy meal options to the area. The Minnesota-based chain now operates in two Iowa cities: Coralville and West Des Moines, with the...
Google Fiber donating $25K to local nonprofits
Google Fiber has announced $5,000 donations to four local nonprofits and the chance to vote for one nonprofit to receive an additional $5,000. As part of its “More to Love” Giving Campaign, GFiber is donating $5,000 each to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa, the Des Moines...
Central Iowa Weather Alert This Wednesday: 51°F Today, Rain/Snow Mix Early Thursday in Des...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Iowa starts the day under a clear sky, but the cold bites hard. Temperatures sit at 27 degrees in Des Moines, with a northwest breeze pushing wind chills near 19. The air feels crisp and sharp against...
UPDATE: Missing Madison County woman located
MADISON COUNTY, Iowa — Authorities say a Madison County woman reported missing earlier Wednesday has been located. The Madison County Sheriff’s Office posted on Facebook that Christine has been located and is safe. In the post, they thank the community for their vigilance. ***ORIGINAL*** A Madison County woman has...
Tensions flare at Madison County meeting as pushback grows over proposed cuts
MADISON COUNTY, Iowa– Madison County residents packed the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday night, with many voicing frustration over proposed cost-cutting measures that could eliminate county jobs and services. As has become common at recent Madison County meetings, tensions ran high. The emotional peak came...
Iowa’s Best Prime Rib Restaurant Has Been Around for Over 40 Years
If you're on the hunt for some amazing prime rib, there's one Iowa restaurant that you have to check out! According to a new article, Iowa's best prime rib can be found at The Big Steer.
Iowa Health Alert: Doctors Warn of Quiet Heart Risk During Seasonal Shift in Davenport
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. DES MOINES, Iowa — As spring routines shift across Des Moines and surrounding communities, Iowa health officials are urging residents to pay attention to a condition that often develops without warning:...
Years-long investigation leads to arrest of Woodward Fire Chief
WOODWARD, Iowa — Woodward’s Fire Chief was arrested Tuesday on charges of tampering with public documents, following a years-long investigation by local and state law enforcement agencies. Woodward Police Chief Jim Graham told WHO 13 that Fire Chief Matt Cavanaugh was arrested Tuesday night on 10 counts of tampering...

















