NORWALK — The City of Norwalk is searching for a new fire chief. The city administrator has confirmed with KCCI, that Chief Ryan Coburn resigned and is no longer in command.  In May, Coburn was arrested on suspicion of operating while intoxicated. According to online records, Coburn pleaded guilty in June. The city has posted a job listing looking for his replacement.

ANKENY — A man accused of threatening to “shoot up” Waukee High School last March is now exploring a run for school board in Ankeny, making some parents uneasy, and gaining attention outside of Iowa.  Issac Holtz, who was 19 at the time, admitted to sending the threatening email as he was being led out of the Dallas County Courthouse following a court appearance. Holtz received a deferred judgement on one count of threat of terrorism. Now, in July of 2021, Holtz has created a website announcing a run for the Ankeny school board.