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Board OKs proceeding with Orchard Hill remodeling and remodel for secondary roads building

WASHINGTON The Washington County Supervisors Tuesday approved “moving forward” with plans to remodel buildings two and three at the county owned Orchard Hill complex, which would include new … more

LattaHarris announces Vance Glaser as partner

LattaHarris, a leading accounting firm in Iowa, is pleased to announce the promotion of Vance Glaser to Principal, effective January 1, 2024. Glaser, who joined the firm in 2018, brings a wealth … more

LattaHarris welcomes Elainie G. Turner, CPA as Principal

LattaHarris, LLP is thrilled to announce the elevation of Elainie G. Turner to the position of Principal, effective January 1, 2024. At an incredibly young age, Turner has achieved what few … more

Iowa Pork Congress coming to Des Moines Jan. 24-25

The 2024 Iowa Pork Congress, North America’s largest winter swine trade show, takes place on Jan. 24 and 25 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines. It will be the 51stannual event, with more than … more

Legislators chastised over checkoffs, support future farmers at Ag forum

WASHINGTON Dallmeyer Hall was near capacity when Sen. Dawn Driscoll and Rep. Heather Hora sat for a legislative discussion with Washington county residents on agricultural issues on Dec. 19. … more

Washington County 4-H and FFA Beef Weigh-In held

After the Washington County Beef Weigh-in on Dec. 9, 101 Washington County 4-H’ers and FFA members have enrolled and weighed in 173 market beef animals for the 2023-2024 year. According to Amy … more

Community Foundation event raises funds for Hospice

The Community Foundation of Washington County shared proceeds raised from the Dessert Auction at their recent Chef Spotlight Fundraising Dinner with Hospice of Washington County. CFWC board … more

Washington Area Performing Arts donates to HACAP

Folks from around Washington supported and attended the variety show, “Reason for the Season” on Nov. 25 at the Washington Area Performing Arts and Events Center (WAPAEC). The event was … more

Democrat, Republican caucuses set for Jan. 15

KALONA Republicans announced their 2024 presidential caucus locations on Dec. 8, and Democrats followed suite on Dec. 15, preparing for the first contest in the presidential nominating cycle. Both … more

Iowa House Republicans outline 2024 session priorities

On Dec.18, the Iowa House Republican caucus outlined their priorities heading into the 2024 Legislative Session. House Republicans are led by Speaker of the Iowa House Pat Grassley (R-New Hartford). … more

New member, new vehicle, budget prep for health board

WASHINGTON After the 2022 “year of learning,” the Washington County Board of Health found teamwork in 2023 has gone “pretty well,” noted Administrator Emily Tokheim Thursday, Dec. 14, as … more

Ambulance 3rd shift gets green light

Washington After a detailed discussion about part-time versus full-time personnel, including costs comparisons and employee retention, the supervisors gave a green light to a third shift in the … more

KCTC adds experienced staff with acquisition of Farmtel

WASHINGTON When Kalona Cooperative Technology Company’s acquisition of Farmtel Communications was completed on Nov. 20, the telecommunications services provider gained more than additional … more

Board asked for funding, defers action on wages for officials

WASHINGTON The Washington County Supervisors Tuesday were asked to continue funding for the East Central Iowa Council of Governments’ East Central Iowa Housing Trust Fund (ECIHTF) and the … more

Retiring employee gives long notice

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 … more

WCPH team met challenges head-on in 2023

WASHINGTON In her recent annual report to the county supervisors, Emily Tokheim, Administrator for Washington County Public Health (WCPH), noting staff turnovers, position changes and new program … more

Third shift for ambulance services a step closer

WASHINGTON A possible third shift for the Washington County Ambulance Department moved a step closer when Washington County Supervisors Tuesday asked Interim Director Katrina Alternhofen to return … more

Permanent third shift ambulance crew likely early in 2024

WASHINGTON In a report about operating a permanent third shift for the Washington County Ambulance Services, Katrina Altenhofen, department interim director, in a Nov. 28 work session with the … more

Ambulance report outlines need for third shift

WASHINGTON Although they were not able to take any action, the Washington County Supervisors Tuesday considered adding a third shift to the Washington County Ambulance services. They plan to take … more

Canvass sees no change

WASHINGTON Washington County Supervisors Nov. 21 completed their canvass of the Nov. 7 city/school board elections that produced no changes in either the city elections or the school board ones. … more
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