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It's no secret; technology is changing the way we do things. I don't trust myself to get dressed in the morning before checking my weather apps (I have three). And I'm not sure how I survived prior to having the find my family app at my fingertips.But retailers are attempting to influence us in ...

Letter to the Editor: I know I’m voting YES

Editorials

I attended the public meeting that was hosted by the VOTE YES group and I'm really glad I did. I've known for years that the TMU employees work hard to provide outstanding service for the community. Think of the ice storm in 2007 when we were the envy of the surrounding communities when they ...

Pave the Way, Building our Future, Brick by BricK

Letters to the Editor

The Dysart Women's Club brings a new community improvement project to Dysart. A brick garden at the Dysart Park created with personalized bricks, will appear early next summer. The 2017 fundraiser, which will last from October 15-December 31, 2017, will use all donation proceeds to purchase ...

Planning begins for Christmas on Main, set for Dec. 2

Letters to the Editor

Plans are underway for Christmas on Main and Candy Cane Lane which will take place on December 2, 2017 on Main Street in Dysart. Events at the Community building start at 9 am and include the JadCo dancers, Union Carolers, and Wolf Creek Players. Holiday hay rides and the entrance of Mr. and ...

Union to present first concert of season October 17

Letters to the Editor

On Tuesday, Oct. 17th, the Union High School vocal music department will present their Fall Concert as the first public event of the 2017-2018 Fine Arts season at 7:30pm.Mr. Mitchell, vocal director at UHS stated, "This will be a great way for the public to experience the great things to come ...

Class of 1962 meets for 55 year reunion

Letters to the Editor

The Class of 1962 celebrated their 55 year at Chelle's in Dysart on Saturday, September 30, 2017. The group had a very enjoyable day. Pictured are, front row (L to R): Belva Degner Barthelmes, Cheryl Helm Selk, Susan Nelson, Pat Feurbach Hansen, Sandy Vesely Flickinger, Joyce Pippert Lyons, ...

Union wins fifth in a row

Letters to the Editor

The Union Knights traveled to Waterloo Columbus Friday night in 2A DISTRICT 4 action and picked up their fifth consecutive win 48-7.The Knights utilized great field position in the first half as turnovers and great defensive play put up 41 points.Leading tacklers for the Knights are Ben Rempe ...

Q&A: Human Trafficking

Editorials

Q: Why is Iowa on the map for human trafficking?A: It often takes people by surprise to learn that human trafficking is a very real problem right here in Iowa. Whereas the Department of Homeland Security reports that millions of victims are trafficked throughout the world for sexual ...

The Dengler Domain: Fall

Editorials

Fall is an interesting time of year. The leaves change colors, the grass turns colors, and the fields change colors. Historically, fall is my least favorite season because winter is coming. One might ask, "Sean, that does not make sense. Your line of thinking would make winter your least ...