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 Kids' Book Picks for Grades 6 – 8 With the start of a new school year just around the corner, now is a great time to encourage reading habits that can last a lifetime. Books are also a wonderful way to introduce important life skills,...

Smart Money Stories: Kids' Book Picks for Grades 3 – 5 August has arrived, and a new school year is just around the corner. As students prepare to head back to the classroom, it's a great time to help them build skills that will benefit...

From Piggy Banks to Possibilities: Kids' Book Picks for Grades Kindergarten - 2 As summer winds down and a new school year approaches, now is the perfect time to encourage a love of reading while introducing important life lessons. For young children,...

When the boys and girls track teams from Algona High School competed in the Iowa High School Track & Field Championships, they earned a donation from Iowa State Bank of $1,208 thanks to the support of fans and the bank.   Since 2018, Iowa State...

Algona High School

When Bishop Garrigan athletes hit the hardwood at the 2026 state basketball tournaments—both the boys and girls teams—fans showed up in their state basketball apparel. Thanks to those state basketball apparel sales, Iowa State Bank donated...

Bishop Garrigan High School

With a class 2A state dual team seventh-place finish and nine individual qualifiers for the state individual wrestling tournament, the Algona High School Wrestling program received a check for $2,008 from Iowa State Bank based on state apparel items sold.   For...

Algona High School

Spring is just around the corner, and high school seniors everywhere are buzzing with plans for life after graduation. If college is part of your path, now is the perfect time — whether you’re early or a little late — to start mapping...

The Bishop Garrigan Golden Bears football team received a donation of $6,952 after claiming the 8‑player state championship, thanks to the generosity of Iowa State Bank.   Since 2018, Iowa State Bank of Algona has supported local schools by contributing...

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As high school seniors and college students apply for scholarships and financial aid, scammers are ready to take advantage of the opportunity to steal sensitive information in the process.    Fall is the prime time for scholarship applications...

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