West DSM News

Iowa wrestler fulfilling promise, 'writing his own story'

By George Willis | Jan 22, 2022

Drake Ayala is one of the most decorated recruits ever for the Iowa wrestling program. Considered the No. 9 pound-for-pound prospect in the 2021 class, the Fort Dodge native was a three-time state champion.

'A credit to our guys': Iowa wrestling team stays unbeaten

By George Willis | Jan 16, 2022

They win nine of 10 matches to trounce Purdue, 36-4, at Carver Hawkeye Arena

'Employers at risk': Association, CEO comment on Iowa’s vaccine exemption law

By George Willis | Nov 27, 2021

Employers are not totally clear on what mandates to follow.

Chapman wants teachers charged over 'obscene' materials

By George Willis | Nov 24, 2021

Iowa state Sen. Jake Chapman (R-Adel) is upset at teachers who are allowing their students to read what he believes to be obscene material.

“We’re so close to the cure’: Iowa family hosts race to raise funds for rare disease

By George Willis | Sep 19, 2021

An Iowa family is co-hosting a 5K race Oct. 3 at Pella Christian High School in Pella, Iowa, to raise funds and awareness for a cure to a rare life-threatening disease afflicting their 10-month-old girl from Altoona, KCCI reported.