Chariton Newspaper

15/08/2025

The Chariton Community School Board approved the Superintendent contract for the Chariton Superintendent of Schools Brad Baker at their regular monthly meeting Monday night, Aug. 11.

14/08/2025

Rebecca “Becky” Ehlers, 72 was a sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose presence could fill a room — and often the whole neighborhood. She was charming, vibrant, and had a gift for making people feel welcome. Becky passed away on Aug.…

Rebecca “Becky” Ehlers, 72 was a sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose presence could fill a room — and often the whole neighborhood. She was charming, vibrant, and had

14/08/2025

Donald Lewis Snook died peacefully at his home in England, on June 10, after 102 full years of happy family life, overseas adventures, appreciation of nature, and cheery sociability with all he met.

Donald Lewis Snook died peacefully at his home in England, on June 10, after 102 full years of happy family life, overseas adventures, appreciation of nature, and cheery sociability with

14/08/2025

July 14, 1935 – July 26, 2025

14/08/2025

Kenneth Ray McCart was born October 24, 1931 and passed away July 17, 2025 in his own home at the age of 93.

11/08/2025

Barbara "Bobbie" Finch age 90

08/08/2025

Join the Aktion Club for a fun and refreshing Car Wash Fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 9th from 1–4 p.m. at the C1st Credit Union parking lot in Chariton!

08/08/2025

The Chariton City Council approved the second reading of the amendment clarifying criteria for the Board of Adjustment to grant variances approved by the city council at their meeting Monday, Aug. 4.

The Chariton City Council approved the second reading of the amendment clarifying criteria for the Board of Adjustment to grant variances approved by the city council at their meeting Monday,

08/08/2025

A new specialty clinic is bringing expert, compassionate care to Iowa communities. Led by nurse practitioners Laura Jetter and Alexandra Jansen, the clinic brings more than 16 years of combined experience in allergy, asthma, and immunology.

A new specialty clinic is bringing expert, compassionate care to Iowa communities. Led by nurse practitioners Laura Jetter and Alexandra Jansen, the clinic brings more than 16 years of combined

07/08/2025

On Friday, Aug. 15 the Lucas County Veterans Memorial Park at noon will join in a National two-minutes of silence to honor the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. Everyone is invited to join us.

On Friday, Aug. 15 the Lucas County Veterans Memorial Park at noon will join in a National two-minutes of silence to honor the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. Everyone is

07/08/2025

In his City Manager’s Report at the Monday, Aug. 4, Chariton City Council meeting, Chariton City Manager Doug Anderson reported that the gravel race held on Saturday, Aug. 2, was a big draw for Chariton.

In his City Manager’s Report at the Monday, Aug. 4, Chariton City Council meeting, Chariton City Manager Doug Anderson reported that the gravel race held on Saturday, Aug. 2, was

07/08/2025

We have some school bags left over if anyone still needs a backpack with school supplies. Please call Lucas County Public Health at #641-774-4312 if you are interested in getting a backpack for your student. We are open from 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday.