West DSM News

‘Iowans need a champion’: Haitian immigrant among doctors running for Iowa Legislature

By Tamara Browning | Jan 31, 2022

A Haitian immigrant is among medical doctors who have announced their candidacy for the Iowa Legislature because of what they view as a “sick” system.

Lehigh Cement Co. of Mason City, ‘major air emission source,' fined $197,500

By Tamara Browning | Dec 3, 2021

A Mason City, Iowa, cement manufacturer must pay a $197,500 penalty to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for violations of the Clean Air Act.

Teens charged with first-degree murder of Fairfield High Spanish teacher, ‘avid walker’ to enter pleas

By Tamara Browning | Nov 19, 2021

Two 16-year-old Fairfield High School students formally charged on Nov. 12 with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the death of Spanish teacher Nohema Graber are scheduled to enter formal pleas at arraignments Monday, Nov. 29.

Dog breeder Gingerich fined additional $40K related to case violating dogs’ ‘adequate veterinary care’

By Tamara Browning | Nov 18, 2021

A USDA-licensed breeder from Seymour who a federal court in September found violated the Animal Welfare Act because he put the health of hundreds of dogs in “serious danger” has been fined an added $40,000.

City of Waukee considers mask mandate

By Tamara Browning | Oct 3, 2020

A mask mandate will possibly go into effect in the City of Waukee after Waukee Mayor Courtney Clarke received updated COVID-19 case numbers from the Dallas County Public Health Department.