LAKE VIEW – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has released its weekly fishing report for area lakes, such as Black Hawk Lake, Brushy Creek Lake and Storm Lake. Surface water temperatures are in the upper 40s in most area lakes, but will likely warm up some over the weekend.

For more information, contact the Black Hawk District office at (712) 657-2638.

By Karl Jones

karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com

On Oct. 12 at City Hall, the Dayton City Council had a discussion about increasing the meeting pay of council members, the mayor and city clerk.

By Karl Jones

karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com

On Oct. 10 at the Lehigh Municipal Building, the Lehigh City Council discussed improvements to be made to Lehigh Public Library and local roads.

By Courtney Sogard

Special to the Leader

DES MOINES – This year's fall weather has been ideal for generating vibrant colors, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ latest fall color report.

DES MOINES – In an Oct. 12 news release, Gary Slater, Iowa State Fair CEO and Fair Manager, is retiring after 21 years in his position. Slater has spent his entire career working in leadership positions for large events including the Missouri State Fair, the World Pork Expo and the Iowa State Fair, where he has served as CEO and Fair Manager since 2001.

FORT DODGE – According to a recent news release, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Webster County invites the public to join in a discussion with Kapil Arora, extension agricultural engineering specialist, on radon testing, results of radon testing and how different mitigation strategies may be helpful.

DES MOINES – According to a recent news release, 18 lakes across Iowa are gearing up to receive trout this fall. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will release between 1,000 to 2,000 rainbow trout at each location as part of its cool weather trout program that brings trout to areas that cannot support them during the summer months.

By Karl Jones

karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com

By Karl Jones

karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com

By Karl Jones

karl@calhouncountyphoenix.com

By Tyler Anderson

tyler@calhouncountyphoenix.com

By Tyler Anderson

tyler@calhouncountyphoenix.com

From now until Halloween, it’ll be a spooky fun time in Lehigh.

By Tyler Anderson

tyler@calhouncountyphoenix.com

If you’re looking for something festive, local and fun this weekend, the Crazy Horse Corral may have something for you.

BOONE – The confluence of the Des Moines and Boone rivers has been attracting visitors since before Iowa was a state. Today, its home to the 4,600-acre Boone Forks Wildlife Area – a popular spot for hunting, hiking, paddling, fishing and birding in Webster and Hamilton counties.