News for Human Interest

Christmas is coming upon us quickly. It’s seen as the season of parties, benevolence, and giving to family, friends, and those in need. I suppose it’s the end of the year benefit review to take advantage of health care maximums, and tax advantages that got the tradition started.  Or perhaps it’s that it’s cold out and it’s obvious that there are those in need. There are plenty of charities that ...read more

First Central State Bank raised more than $2,700 for an area non-profit through its Grilling For Charity fundraiser.  Thanks to community members dining at the First Central State Bank Lincoln Way location in Clinton, $2,727.25 was raised for Information, Referral and Assistance Services in Clinton. The non-profit acts as a clearinghouse for a local network made up of more than 200 local human ...read more

The Keep Iowa Beautiful Board of Directors has announced the 2019 annual award winners for enhancing the beauty, cleanliness and attractiveness of the state of Iowa. The four award categories are community, organization, corporate and individual. “The KIB award program is designed to recognize people and organizations that have gone the extra mile to help build stronger Iowa communities,” said ...read more