A Polk County Sheriff's Office report says Supervisor Tom Hockensmith allegedly threatened to fight other supervisors over John Norris' firing.

In addition to overseeing the county and its budget, the board makes key decisions that impact regional economic development, establish tax levies, enact ordinances, appoint individuals who serve on ...

Here are some of the key events in the infighting rending Polk County government, dating from the disputed choice of county administrator.

(Red Oak) - A southwest Iowa native and stalwart of Iowa politics is near the center of controversy in Polk County.