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On Saturday morning, July 15, Kalona will experiment with “Cars & Coffee,” a meet-and-greet near the corner of B Avenue and 5th Street from 8-10 a.m. Those with unique, classic …
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By Cheryl Allen |
7/12/23 11:36 AM
WASHINGTON
Officially, Sue Rich will retire as the county Veterans Affairs Officer and the General Assistance director in March 2025; however, she told the supervisors in a work session November …
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By Mary Zielinski |
12/6/23 08:00 AM
WELLMAN
The negative three-degree temperature Monday night did not dissuade Republican caucus goers in Wellman from showing up at the Parkside Activities Center to express their presidential …
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By Cheryl Allen |
1/17/24 08:00 AM
Thursday, May 4 marked the end of Iowa’s 2023 legislative session. Though many sighed in relief that some bills did not end up on the governor’s desk, other bills survived scrutiny …
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5/9/23 03:19 PM
Growing up in rural Montgomery County, Iowa, I’m all too familiar with the challenges of accessing medical care, especially if you or a family member needs to see a specialist.
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Joni Ernst |
8/30/23 12:00 AM
During a short regular meeting Monday, August 28, before heading out for tours of West Elementary, High, and Home School buildings, the Mid-Prairie Board of Education sought to comply with new …
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By Cheryl Allen |
8/30/23 12:00 AM
As part of Mid-Prairie’s Earth Day Community Clean Up Day, third and fourth grade students picked up over 120 bags of trash and sticks at North Park in Wellman on Thursday, April 22. …
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4/27/21 01:32 PM
Ten years ago, Marg Teets entered the hospice center and told the staff to sign her up. She didn’t want to be there; she felt there were too many others who needed the service, and she …
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By Cheryl Allen |
5/10/23 09:28 AM
On September 5, road construction will begin on W61 (Riverside Road). This work will take place from G36 north to the city limits of Riverside. The contractor awarded the work for this …
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8/30/23 12:00 AM
The crowds were smaller at Memorial Day events, but area residents still honored those who have died in wars.
The only formal ceremony was at Sharon Hill Cemetery in Kalona, where the …
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Photos from Trick or Treating this past weekend in Kalona and Wellman.
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11/2/21 02:17 PM
WASHINGTON
Major business for the Washington County supervisors Tuesday was the individual approving of Law Enforcement services contracts between the Washington County Sheriff’s Department and …
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By Mary Zielinski |
3/22/24 12:00 PM
The Washington County Supervisors Tuesday were unanimous in approving a formal resolution for a highway easement, a motion to repair a railroad grade crossing, and a third to continue procedures …
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By Mary Zielinski |
8/30/23 12:00 AM
Ladies Nail Driving Contest
3 rd place: Tina Montz, Washington
Horseshoe Pitching Doubles Pro-Am, Class A
1 st place: Steve Miller, Wayland and Justin Zaugg, Washington
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8/30/23 12:00 AM
KALONA
Elizabeth “Betty” Barnett enjoys life at Pleasantview, surrounded by fellow residents who have become her friends in the last few years since moving here. Many of them are Mennonites, a …
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By Cheryl Allen |
3/22/24 12:00 PM
The city of Wellman once again has huge plans for their 4th of July celebration with tons of fun activities planned.
In the morning, the Kiddie Parade will start off at 9:30 a.m. immediately being …
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By Max Von Gries |
6/21/22 02:18 PM
Kids from Sunrise Child Care in Wellman enjoyed ice cream sundaes at Federation Bank on Friday, June 23 as part of the bank’s Dairy Days customer appreciation event. The bank typically …
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By Cheryl Allen |
6/28/23 09:55 AM
Stepping inside St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Riverside, one can’t help but be awed by its beauty. Robin-egg blue walls, trimmed in gilt, rise up to meet spectacular ceiling …
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By Cheryl Allen |
8/30/23 12:00 AM
KALONA
When folks drive by Ramsey Creek Woodworks on Hwy 1 just north of Kalona, they don’t always know what exactly the business does. Is it a furniture store or something?
“We mainly do …
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By Cheryl Allen |
3/22/24 12:00 PM
Dr. Ninja, a veterinarian, reads to a group of eager children at the Kalona Public Library on June 22 as part of the summer reading program. His novel is titled, “Riding With My …
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6/28/23 09:57 AM
