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Dysart News

Union students set district records with Spring 2025 ISASP scores

LA PORTE CITY – Union Community School District students set new district records in the spring 2025 Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP). The average district English language arts proficiency has grown to 86%, marking a 7% increase from last year. Ninth graders tested the ...

Union awards over $59K in local scholarships during Senior Recognition Night

LA PORTE CITY – On Wednesday, May 7, Union High School hosted its annual Senior Scholarship and Recognition Night. Once again, it was an amazing night that celebrated the 2025 senior class. The local scholarships generated over $59,000 worth of monetary college support. This does not include ...

Dysart Tree Board names poster winners

DYSART – The annual Arbor Day Dysart-Geneseo Elementary poster winners received their awards from the Dysart Tree Board recently. The duo theme for the year was “Ready. Set. Grow” and “Dysart Trees Matter.” Poster winners pictured above with their posters include (from left) Avery ...

The future of the Great Dysart Gorge

DYSART – I am writing to share important information and invite your understanding regarding the future of the ‘Great Dysart Gorge’ – the anamorphic street art installation located on Main Street in downtown Dysart. Since its creation in 2018, the Gorge has been a unique and ...

Dysart Chamber of Commerce open call for artists

DYSART – The Dysart Chamber of Commerce is announcing an open call for artists, crafters, and creators to participate in the upcoming Maker's Market on Main. Formerly known as the Back Roads Vintage Market, the rebranded Maker's Market on Main is set for Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 ...

Highway 63 dreams

BOSTON – The 129th running of the prestigious Boston Marathon took place on Monday, April 21, and among the 30,000 Boston Qualifiers (BQs) accepted was Traer native Tim Yuska whose own race dreams originated many years ago on Hwy 63. “We are very proud of him, but have no idea where he ...

DDC to become Dysart Chamber of Commerce

DYSART – The Dysart Development Corporation (DDC) is proud to announce its rebranding as the Dysart Chamber of Commerce, unveiling a new name and updated mission statement to better reflect its expanded role and commitment to the community. This transformation marks a significant milestone in ...

Planting ‘fir’ the future

DYSART – “The best time to plant a tree was 10 years ago.” But today is good, too. Such were the words of wisdom that Pastor Dan Hartwig, Dysart Tree Board President, told members of the Dysart-Geneseo Elementary Student Council last Friday afternoon as they worked together near ...

Spring Style Show at La Porte City Golf Clubhouse set for May 5

LA PORTE CITY – On Monday, May 5, the La Porte City Women’s Club is sponsoring Cinco de Mayo dinner and style show. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., dinner at 6 p.m. with the style show to follow. The Mexican dinner includes chips with salsa, guacamole, and queso; chicken enchilada with ...

Union shares bond referendum community survey results

LA PORTE CITY, IA — Residents of the Union Community School District recently provided feedback on the general obligation bond that was on the ballot in November 2024 and sought voter approval for a series of facility improvement projects. The anonymous survey was available March 17-30 and ...