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Washington State Bank presented their annual donation of $500 to HACAP. The money goes to Fareway who selects and packages the needed items, which are delivered to HACAP. Pictured from left is Ashley Hartzler from Washington State Bank, Dave Waite from Fareway, and Ren Ella Crawford from HACAP.

The Green Acres 4-H Club of Washington County met on Sunday, Dec. 13, at the Washington County 4-H Building. Twelve members were present.President Ellie Todd led the meeting. Bailey Rees led the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll call was ?What is your favorite thing to do for other people around Christmas??The secretary?s minutes were read by Sophie Bell and approved by Zoe Dennler. Baylee Stalder seconded them. Ellie ...

Continuing its annual tradition, Federation Bank made a contribution to the Hospice of Washington County recently. Pictured from left is Federation Assistant Vice President Hanni Frey Hernandez, who presented this year's check to Hospice administrator Jean Wollenberg in honor of the bank's customers who have died. The bank asked the amount of the check not be made public.

The West Chester United Methodist Women met at the United Presbyterian Home in Washington for lunch at noon, Dec. 9, with an attendance of eight women.President Sharon Hahn opened the business meeting celebrating the birth of Jesus by reading the Christmas story. Minutes of the November meeting were read and approved. The treasurer?s report was presented. Pat Dusenbery, Education and Interpretation chairman, ...

We bring greetings to you in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ. The angels appeared to the shepherds saying, ?Glory to God in the Highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men,? as they announced the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ. Today as we enter into this Christmas season, we sing or should sing, ?Joy to the world, the Lord is come. Let earth receive her king; let every heart prepare Him room. Repeat the ...

The United Presbyterian Women held a Christmas Tea at 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 2 in the Fellowship Hall. Twenty members and guests attended. Members of Circle IV were hostesses and Circle V gave the program.Jane Fehr welcomed all present as the Christ Candle was lit. Members recited the Purpose. June Asper gave the devotions. She displayed wooden angels made by her late husband as his last Christmas gifts for their ...

It can be a labor of love, and sometimes a job of necessity. A total of about 43 million U.S. adults provide unpaid care for someone with a serious health condition each year. These often-unsung heroes provide hours of assistance to others. Yet the stress and strain of caregiving can take a toll on their own health. NIH-funded researchers are working to understand the risks these caregivers face. And scientists ...

The Tuesday Coffee Club met at the UP Dining Room for a 1 p.m. luncheon on Dec. 15 with Betty Flynn at hostess. Pretty tables awaited the 10 members and two guests. Vernetta Crawford and Wanda Skubal, former members were welcome visitors for the luncheon.Following a delicious meal the group was greeted by Betty Flynn and her daughter, Vicki Erwin at Betty?s new home at the UP facility. Her beautiful home was ...

The host families of four international students at Iowa Mennonite School gathered on Dec. 10, for a holiday meal in the Celebration Hall lobby. Jim Wang, a junior from China, lives with Tim and Cindy Widmer. Nick Hwang, a sophomore from South Korea, lives with Josh, Sara, and Ellie Wenger. David Tan, a freshman from China, lives with John, Linda, and Nick Yutzy. All three boys plan to continue at IMS until they ...

Des Moines ? Teresa Carnes of Washington has been named to the Honor Roll at AIB College of Business for the 2015 fall term, having attained a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49 for the term.Bridget Nebel of Washington was honored as a Presidential Scholar at AIB College of Business for the 2015 fall term, having attained a grade point average of 3.80 or higher for the term.

AMES ? Family caregivers and the work they do can easily be overlooked. Not only are caregivers looking after others, they also need to be looking after themselves. Human Sciences Extension and Outreach helps provide family caregivers with the tools and resources they need to look after themselves through ?Powerful Tools for Caregivers.??Powerful Tools for Caregivers? is a national, evidence-based program ...

AMES ? The poinsettia is one of the most popular potted flowers in the United States. These colorful plants can be found in nearly every household or business during the December holiday season. However, taking care of this festive flower can sometimes be tricky.Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists give tips on how to care for poinsettias for a perfect holiday display. To have additional ...