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One year later, a stormy reminder

On the afternoon of March 31 last year, a Friday, early spring winds howled across Iowa. Severe storms were in the forecast. Another typical late March day, right? The skies grew dark … more

Kalona Home Show prepared to dazzle March 22-23

KALONA Kalona has developed a reputation for quality home products and services, and on Friday and Saturday, March 22-23, many of them will be represented under one roof for the Kalona Home Show. … more

Richmond Sons of Amvets Fireworks

Senator Driscoll announces run for re-election

Senator Dawn Driscoll, R-Williamsburg, announced her plan to seek reelection to Iowa Senate District 46 today. “I am so incredibly proud of the accomplishments we have seen this past year,” … more

Mid-Prairie Senior Night

Mid-Praire High School held Senior Night for its 12 senior football players this past Friday night prior to the Golden Hawks’ game against Central Lee. more

Wellman celebrates Independence Day

On Monday, July 4, Wellman held their annual Independence Day Celebration downtown. more

Culvert replacement closing 190th Street west of Louisa Washington Road

On Monday, November 13, 2023, weather dependent, Washington County will begin the replacement of a corrugated multi-plate culvert on 190th Street. This structure is located approximately four hundred … more

Hills Bank: a true community partner

HILLS Hills Bank is one of the largest banks in Iowa, something you might never guess given it is headquartered in Hills, a small town of fewer than 800 residents. Founded in 1904 by 19 local … more

More food, more T-Rex in store at Wellman’s July 4 celebration

Wellman has always excelled at providing a full day of family fun on Independence Day, and expectations are this year will not disappoint.   Among the improvements for 2023 are more food vendors … more

Two named to health board; supervisors discuss IT needs

WASHINGTON Following a discussion about procedures to fill Health Board vacancies, the Washington County supervisors Tuesday approved board appointments for Jason Taylor, the county’s … more

Productive quarter for roads department

WASHINGTON It was a busy third quarter in 2023 for Washington County’s secondary roads department which included hauling road rock, 31,622 tons of it, taking trash out of county where one ditch … more

4-H’ers honored with “I Dare You” Leadership Award

Washington County 4-H’ers Taylor Bartholomew and Zoey Dennler were awarded the national I Dare You Leadership Award in recognition of personal integrity, balanced living and potential for … more

Pathway Christian School honors its class of five seniors

Five members of the Pathway Christian School Class of 2020 received their diplomas during a ceremony held at Upper Deer Creek Mennonite Church Saturday. Administrator Lawrence Schlabach urged the … more

Riverside's Demo Derby

Saturday, Oct. 29 was a gorgeous fall evening, and the turnout was good for Riverside’s Demo Derby.  Sponsored by the Riverside Area Community Club (RACC) and the City of Riverside, … more

Trek Fest 38

There was no rain on Riverside’s parade this year, though high temps made sticking out a full day in head-to-toe polyester a challenge.   Star Trek aficionados found their kindred spirits … more

Brinning family named 4-H Family of the Year

The 4-H Family of the Year helps continue the strong tradition and history of Washington County 4-H. They have helped make our 4-H program one to be proud of. Receiving the 2023 4-H Family of the … more

Model show a highlight at Trek Fest

VFW Post 6414 hosted the Trek Fest 38 Model Show on Saturday morning, which was attended by over 100 people who viewed the entries and the display of models by Chris Ames. Ames lives in the … more

4-H Special Awards

Washington County Special Awards were distributed at the 4-H Awards Celebration on Nov. 5. Intermediate and senior 4-H’ers had the opportunity to apply and interview for these prestigious awards. … more

Kalona man arrested on stalking, sex charges

KALONA Keegan Gingerich, 21, of Kalona was arrested Thursday, Feb. 1 on five charges, including Class B, C, and D felonies. Bail has been set for $100,000 cash only. Complaints were filed with … more

Mid-Prairie updates policies, makes superintendent wage decision

In a lightly attended meeting on Monday, June 26, in which four of seven board members were present for action items, the Mid-Prairie school board approved updates to a dozen board policies and … more
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