Vogelman remembered as pillar of RRMR schools, community
ROCKFORD — Generations of students, athletes and colleagues are remembering Henry “Hank” Vogelman as a steady presence in the Rockford and Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock school communities,…
Rudd Public Library remains a community hub for learning and connection
The Rudd Public Library continues to serve as an important resource for the community, offering more than just books. Library Director Carissa Blum said the library functions as a cent…
Miles for Minds combines 5K and literacy to inspire young readers
A new community event in Mason City is bringing together two unlikely partners, running and reading, with the goal of strengthening literacy in the community.Miles for Minds, founded b…
BOS approves two proclamations, hears audit review
The Floyd County Board of Supervisors at their April 20 meeting approved two proclamations declaring April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.Renee Harr…
CSD BOE updated on RRMR, holds budget hearing
The Central Springs Community School District Board of Education at their April 20 meeting were updated about previous discussions with the Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock Community School D…
Central Springs CSD Board of Education updated on RRMR organizational discussion
BOE holds budget public hearing
Tater wins best dressed
Tater, the one year old English Bulldog from Forest City, owned and loved by Nick and Katie Salisbury and their children Jayda and Drake was named the Best Dressed Bulldog at the Most …
CENTRAL SPRINGS PROM INFORMATION
Central Springs High School will be holding their Prom 2026 on Saturday, April 25. This year’s theme is “Vogue”. The Grand March will be held in the high school gymnasium at 4:30 p.…
Central Springs holds annual banquet
The Central Springs FFA held their annual FFA Banquet on Friday evening, April 10, at the high school in Manly.The Greenhand FFA Degree is awarded to first year members who have learne…
Boys to men
Central Springs, Class of 2021, three high school senior boys had made the decision to join the military and were actually honored in front of their graduating class on commencement da…
Varsity Girls Track sets goals for a strong season
The Varsity Girls Track and Field team opened its season on April 14 at Osage, setting the tone for what coaches and athletes hope will be a competitive and improving year. Led by Coac…
Girls Who Code summer program empowers students
Students at Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock Schools have the opportunity to strengthen their technology skills through the Girls Who Code Summer Program, a virtual learning experience design…
The story of Rockford - Part 2
The establishment of the actual town of Rockford was by no means a spontaneous development on the part of the early farmers who had settled there before 1856. Rockford began as a resul…
Students acknowledged for state speech
Central Springs students who competed in large group and individual speech contests were acknowledged at an assembly in the high school auditorium recently. Students who competed in la…
FFA members favorite day of the year
If you reach out and ask any Central Springs FFA member what their favorite day of the school year is regarding FFA, a majority of them will say, drive your tractor to school day. Appr…
Alma Mercantile locally owned
The Alma Mercantile located at 115 1st st SE in Mason City is owned and operated by Jasmyn and Ethan Blanchard of Nora Springs. Jasmyn is a 2016 graduate of Mason City and Ethan is a …