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Hampton Man Gets Four Days in Jail After Driving Through HS

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:32am

The man who drove through the front entrance of Hampton-Dumont-CAL High School in December was sentenced to 30 days in jail, with all but four days suspended.

Nearly 100 Local Students Receive Scholarships at Ceremony

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:28am

A total of 96 students received $368,425 in awards during the Hampton-Dumont Scholarship Foundation ceremony at H-D-CAL High School on Wednesday evening, May 6.

Latimer’s Presented with Award from Senator

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:27am

Senator Joni Ernst stopped by Latimer’s Friday afternoon, May 8, to share the Small Business of the Week award with the current and past store owners.

Students to Receive Seal of Biliteracy

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:26am

Ten H-D-CAL High School seniors will receive a Seal of Biliteracy upon graduation this year.

Franklin County Supervisors approve lower tax levy

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:24am

The Franklin County Board of Supervisors has finalized the county’s fiscal year 2027 budget with a lower tax levy.

Hampton Police Department Recruiting for New Officers

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:22am

The Hampton Police Department is currently looking for two new officers, according to Police Chief Mark Morrison. 

Area Students Recognized by Governor for Academic Excellence

Published by editor on Wed, 05/13/2026 - 7:20am

Two students from Franklin County were honored during the 24th Annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony in Des Moines on April 26. 

Center Stage: Keston Pralle

Published by editor on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 7:32am

West Fork senior Keston Pralle is taking center stage this week for hi

Spring Geneva Market Held for 13th Year

Published by editor on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 7:31am

The Geneva Market returned once again, bringing nearly 200 vendors to the old school grounds in town on Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2. 

H-D-CAL Culinary Students Hold Dinner Fundraiser

Published by editor on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 7:29am

The H-D-CAL culinary students whipped up a dinner fundraiser for Friday evening, May 1, to raise money for their ProStart competitions next year.

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