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City, county working to clear roads from massive snowfall

Efforts continue across the Red Oak community and the county to dig out from one of the largest snowfall events the area has faced for several years.Red Oak street superintendent Chris Baird said the snow events, which took place Tuesday into Wednesday and then again Thursday through Sunday, is one...

Fika Coffee + Bake Shoppe thriving as new owners prepare for 2024

The Fika Coffee Hus at 313 Broad Ave. in Stanton is under new ownership and ready to thrive in 2024.Bradley and Malinda Koehn of Stanton were announced as the new owners at the end of September, and the shop reopened as the Fika Coffee + Bake Shoppe. Bradley said he and wife Malinda have been...

ROPD completes an active 2023

The Red Oak Police Department wrapped up an active 2023 and is now gearing up to help the community and surrounding area this year.Red Oak Police Chief Justin Rhamy said this past year was much like 2022, with mental health calls being the most prevalent.“It continues to be the number one issue for...

Local officials shocked, saddened by shooting at Perry High School

Local school officials have expressed their sadness in the wake of a school shooting at Perry High School on Jan. 4.The Perry shooting was the first high school shooting incident of 2024, which resulted in the deaths of an 11-year-old student, a Perry administrator, and the gunman, and six students...

Emergency responders tackle call at NEW Cooperative in Red Oak

Emergency responders from multiple agencies tackled a call at NEW Cooperative on Jan. 24. Red Oak Fire Chief John Bruce said that at around 3 p.m, the Red Oak Fire Dept was dispatched to 203 W. Oak St.for a reported explosion with possible building collapse. Emergency responders arrived on scene at...

Dash for Cash scheduled for Jan. 19 at school

The Red Oak Rotary Club will be teaming up once again this year with KCSI/KOAK Country Sunshine Radio for an amazing, fun-filled event that everyone will enjoy.The event is slated during the half times of the Red Oak girls and boys double header basketball games at the Red Oak Junior/Senior High...

Park board considers discount pool pass options

The Red Oak Park and Tree Board held its regular meeting Dec. 14, and discussed the opportunity for offering discount pool passes. Park superintendent Adam Van Der Vliet outlined some of the options.“I talked with pool manager Georgana Derr. And she really liked the idea. We’re looking at doing...

RO Fire Department reflects on an active 2023

The Red Oak Fire Department had an active and successful 2023.Red Oak Fire Chief John Bruce said that when it came to the course of the year, their primary calls were for emergency medical services. Also, like last year, Bruce said the department was stretched thin.“What we face is an influx of...

RO Wastewater treatment plant upgrades discussed

The Red Oak City Council has been presented with an initial outline for potential upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant.At the council’s regular meeting Jan. 2, the council heard comments from Jeff Godwin, a civil engineer with the Atlantic office of Snyder & Associates. Godwin said they...

Optimist Club donates to After Prom

Red Oak Optimist Club recently donated to the Red Oak High School Student AfterProm Fund. The donation check of $2,164 was presented to the attendees at the Optimist’s December meeting. These were proceeds from the Optimist’s annual Pork Chop Supper held in September. Pictured from left are: Jeff...