Jensen Johnston

Waverly Newspapers Online • 16th April 2026

State officilas consider redesign of crash-prone intersection near Denver

An infamous crash site has gained critical attention from the Iowa DOT, causing them to hold an open house in Denver to gain public in-put on interchange options.

Waverly Democrat • 16th April 2026

Police Captain's mentorship leads to $2,500 donation for youth program

Captain Cory Stephens presented the efforts of a local nonprofit to help at risk youths, at a law enforcement officers association organization; securing funding to support the program.

Waverly Democrat • 16th April 2026

It took a flood: How 2008 reshaped Iowa’s approach to water quality

Details of how the 2008 flood affected conservation efforts and advancements in flood monitoring and water quality research.

Waverly Newspapers Online • 14th April 2026

Iowa lawmakers rapidly advance forced pooling measure

Iowa Senate quickly advanced a bill that would force the sale of property rights based on neighboring support

The Butler County Tribune • 26th March 2026

Honoring Maxine Dilly Through Creek Renaming

Maxine Dilly's stewardship of an unnamed creek will potentially live on through the efforts of her children to have the waterway named "Dilly Creek" in her honor.

The Butler County Tribune • 5th March 2026

Award-Winning Teacher Guides Moon Mission in Final Year

Mr. Kuchera and his Sophmore class started the Plant The Moon Challenge this semester, presenting their projects at the Iowa State Capitol building in Des Moines.

The Butler County Tribune • 5th March 2026

Salmon Faces Policy Questions at Low-Turnout Town Hall

Sandy Salmon, Iowa Senator of district 29, answered questions at a townhall in Allison.

The Butler County Tribune • 26th February 2026

Senate Candidate Vowels Outlines Priorities During Town Hall

Jim Vowels, a teacher at Waverly - Shellrock held a townhall introducing himself to the people of district 29 ahead of his campaign for Iowa Senate.

The Butler County Tribune • 19th February 2026

More Than a Principal: The Generational Impact of Gary Booher

Gary Booher, a beloved principal who served the community for nearly 3 generations, passed away.

The Butler County Tribune • 19th February 2026

Animal Abuse Conviction Comes Ahead of Statewide Policy Change

An Aplington man plead guilty on an animal torture charge just before a house file would escalate the punishment from misdemeanor to felony.

The Butler County Tribune • 12th February 2026

Eminent Domain Gathering Draws Big Crowd

A gathering in Clarksville drew large support as discussion's over eminent domain legislation continues.

The Butler County Tribune • 1st January 2026

Short Walk Through Jail Leads to Added Charge

An inmate at the Butler County Jail escaped from her cell through the food tray slot, causing brief panick among jail staff.

The Butler County Tribune • 11th December 2025

Felony Charges Filed After Violent Thanksgiving Day Incident in Butler County

Thanksgiving took a dark turn for a Dougherty family when one member began firing, leading to a standoff with police.

The Butler County Tribune • 6th November 2025

Residents Unconvinced by Summit's New Outreach Efforts

Tension rose between landowners and Summit's Carbon Pipeline project during a Board of Supervisors meeting where a representative of the project was met with angry farmers and citizens in the rural community.

The Butler County Tribune • 30th October 2025

Sand Calls to 'Flip Tables in Des Moines

Rob Sand conducted a town hall in Butler County, speaking with the paper and citizens after announcing his campaign for Governor.

The Butler County Tribune • 23rd October 2025

Toxins, Lifestyle, and Awareness: Unraveling Iowa's Cancer Puzzle

Dr. Shawn Ellerbroek, Iowa House Representative Candidate and cancer research professor at Wartburg College, went across Iowa to speak with rural communties about rising cancer risks and Iowa's number 2 spot for cancer diagnosis.

The Butler County Tribune • 2nd October 2025

Butler County EMS Embraces Innovation Under Coates

Two years after Kari Coates took the position of EMS Coordinator, The Tribune gave an update to inform the public of the departments state under her leadership.

The Butler County Tribune • 21st August 2025

Legal Dispute Leaves Clarksville Trailer Park in Decline

Following a fire in a local trailer park, the long standing trailer park owner entered a legal battle for ownership of the park with a large LLC lasting nearly three years.

The Butler County Tribune • 5th June 2025

Church Group Crafts 470 Dresses, Aiding Global Fight Against Human Trafficking

A group associated with a local church in Clarksville have been crafting dresses that help with clothing needs and combat human trafficking in undeveloped nations.

The Butler County Tribune • 8th May 2025

Proposed Battery Storage Facility Near Shell Rock River Sparks Community Concerns

Legal disputes arose during discussion of a proposed battery plant sparking community outrage and leading to local government intervention.

The Butler County Tribune • 1st May 2025

Grass Fires On The Rise!

During a meeting of the Board of Supervisors for Butler County a discussion was had about a series of grass fires that had caused infrastructure damage to several bridges throughout the county.