2017 Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14 this year with the theme of "Every Second Counts - Plan 2 Ways Out!" There will be many local activities for kids to take part in this annual tradition.Operation EDITH (Emergency Drills in the Home) helps families plan escape routes, test smoke alarms, ...
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, ...
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: 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 ...
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 ...
We've known each other for more than 30 years and I'm still learning new things about him. This weekend it was all about scented candles.Most of us enjoy the aroma of a nice scented candle. I do. I guess I didn't realize he did. I never really thought about it. As chief procurement officer of ...
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 ...
We've known each other for more than 30 years and I'm still learning new things about him. This weekend it was all about scented candles.Most of us enjoy the aroma of a nice scented candle. I do. I guess I didn't realize he did. I never really thought about it. As chief procurement officer of ...
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 ...
Vote No Nov. 7 on Natual Gas Municipalization in TraerThese are our thoughts on this important issue in no particular order.1. These gas lines were installed circa 1962. TMU would be acquiring a 50+ year old system.2. TMU is trying to get this by condemnation. The dictionary defines this as to ...