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Soo Line: Meet Hudson’s New Mayor, Hector Baldiviezo

Soo Line: Meet Hudson’s New Mayor, Hector Baldiviezo

by Soo Greiman As Hudson rang in the new year, the city also marked a transition in local government. Mayor Gail Bunz was recognized for her years of service—first as a City Council member and more recently as mayor. Her successor, Hector Baldiviezo, officially took office after winning the

Political Voices: When Agriculture is Strong, Iowa’s Economy is Strong

Political Voices: When Agriculture is Strong, Iowa’s Economy is Strong

By: Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig Iowa’s economy is built on agriculture. What happens at the farm gate ripples through our entire state. When farmers are doing well, Main Street businesses thrive, equipment dealers stay busy, manufacturers expand production, and rural communities remain strong. When agriculture struggles, the

Political Voices: Iowa’s Farm Income Projected to Plummet in 2026, Ag-Related Layoffs Expected to Continue. Who is Here to Help?

Political Voices: Iowa’s Farm Income Projected to Plummet in 2026, Ag-Related Layoffs Expected to Continue. Who is Here to Help?

By: Rita Hart, Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party Nick Larson and a quarter of Iowa farmers get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. When ACA provisions expired at the end of 2025, Larson’s family faced an immediate tax increase of $3,000 per year. Skyrocketing health

Wrestling: Pirates Dominate at Home, Ride Momentum into Second Half of Season

Wrestling: Pirates Dominate at Home, Ride Momentum into Second Half of Season

By Coach Haskovec The Pirates continued to build momentum on the mat with a strong showing at the Hudson Invitational, placing 10 individuals and competing with toughness and confidence throughout the day. Leading the Pirate charge was Blake Taylor, who captured the 175-pound championship with a dominant performance. Also reaching

Pirate Boys Fall Short Twice, Drop To .500

By Kevin Yoder With the majority of the non-conference schedule now behind them, the 6-6 Hudson boys basketball team hits a stretch of games where they get a second shot to avenge losses to earlier opponents. Last Tuesday the Columbus Catholic Sailors came to town. The boys were looking to

Pirate Girls Sweep the Week with Trio of Wins

Pirate Girls Sweep the Week with Trio of Wins

By Siri Olsen The Hudson girls basketball team opened a busy three-game week on Monday, Jan. 12, traveling to Clarksville to take on the Indians. Clarksville started strong on both ends of the court, but the Pirates quickly fought their way back. In the second half, Hudson’s trademark tough

Black Hawk County to host community meetings

Black Hawk County to host community meetings

Black Hawk County residents are invited to attend an upcoming town hall to learn more about the property assessment process. Town Hall Dates: Thursday, February 5 at 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Cedar Falls Public Library, 524 Main Street, Cedar Falls Tuesday, February 24 at 6:00 – 7:30