News
Investigation into Tama Co. Human Resources finds over $250k in ‘questioned, improper and unsupported’ disbursements
1+ hour, 34+ min ago (645+ words) DES MOINES " On Tuesday morning, State Auditor Rob Sand issued a report on his office's special investigation into the Tama County Human Resources Department " specifically, transactions processed by former HR Director and Insurance Administrator Tamara "Tammy" Wise " and identified a…...
Honoring the past, living the mission, building the future
7+ hour, 20+ min ago (552+ words) The story of Tama-Toledo Christian School is one of faith, community, and continuity'deeply rooted in history while intentionally focused on the future. Located within the former (and fully renovated) St. Patrick Catholic Church, Tama-Toledo Christian School is a non-denominational Christian…...
Just Jonathan: Of Mice and Reporters
9+ hour, 12+ min ago (826+ words) December 18, 2025, is a day that will live in infamy in the history of the Tama-Toledo News Chronicle. What began as a chilly winter morning quickly unraveled into a series of events that shaped a beautiful, timeless tale we now call…...
Congressional candidate Clint Twedt-Ball visits Toledo Public Library
14+ hour, 22+ min ago (407+ words) On Saturday morning, Jan. 31, at the Toledo Public Library, Democrat Clint Twedt-Ball, a candidate for U.S. House of Representatives District 2 " a seat currently held by Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa), who is now running for a seat in the U.S. Senate " took three…...
On Nature: Cattle and Conservation
3+ week, 8+ hour ago (370+ words) It is good at the start of a new year to look back for positive environmental stories. Especially noteworthy this year are two locally-led, cost-sharing projects that demonstrate the compatibility between cattle and conservation. They are Iowa's Cattle and Conservation…...
Rep. Fisher weighs in on 2026 legislative session
3+ week, 23+ hour ago (466+ words) Rep. Dean Fisher (R-Montour). This article was first published in the T-R on Jan. 9, 2026. It is being republished here as a courtesy to our readers. What will be your primary focus during the upcoming session? What do you think should…...
Just Jonathan: Words and Phrases
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (373+ words) I often describe myself as an old soul, especially compared to many of my college peers. I'm perfectly content drinking black coffee while sitting in a recliner, wearing a bathrobe and slippers, staring out the window in the morning like…...
A year in review as sheriff
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (552+ words) Tama County Sheriff Casey Schmidt. This past year as Sheriff has been challenging, eye opening, and rewarding. Overall, I truly love being Sheriff. I also want to be clear that any success I have had this year is because this…...
Tama County Extension 2025 Impact Report shows significant public value across programs
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (405+ words) Focus on Economic Stability and Financial Security One of the most immediate financial impacts came through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Supported by four certified community volunteers who dedicated 383 hours, the program achieved significant results for low- and…...
The Light Night: The Magic Mike Version
3+ mon, 6+ day ago (415+ words) It started as a stupid task, a bit of fun, something to do with my buddy. Somewhere along the way, under the cover of darkness, this stupid task morphed into a three-hour voyage of two jolly, puerile nitwits. I don't…...