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Makenzi Marek, 16, daughter of Tim and Heather Marek, was crowned Saturday, Oct. 17, during the annual Miss Greater Des Moines Scholarship Program held at Waukee High School. She is a student at Washington High School.?I am so excited? Marek said. ?I?ve prepared for months and I cannot believe I will be competing for a chance to win a state title.??I look forward to meeting with young students who have struggled...

A Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be held at Packwood Christian Church at noon, Thursday, Nov. 26.The meal is free and open to everyone, so your bring family and friends.Make reservations by calling Doug Dickey at 319-695-3601 or Frosty Van Voorst at 319-695-3009.Please make reservations by Tuesday, Nov. 23.

Several members of P.E.O. Chapter OC from Washington recently attended the P. Buckley Moss art exhibit and signing in Kalona on Oct. 30. P. Buckley Moss (Patricia) is also a member of P.E.O. and was eager to talk with the members and be photographed with the group.

Bring your sandwich, coffee, tea or whatever else you might want to savor while listening to the noontime free library concert this Thursday, Nov. 12, from 12:15-12:45 p.m.. The concert will feature conductor/oboist Robert McConnell, violinist Jeffery Phillips, and pianist Susan See.

AMES ? Many parents report feeling rushed, stressed and unable to do everything they have to do at work and at home. However, parents don?t have to live with constant chaos if they take care of themselves first, say the Science of Parenting bloggers from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.?In an emergency on an airplane, the first rule is to put on your own oxygen mask before you help anyone else. Only ...

The English River Watershed Management Authority (ERWMA) invites you to an open house event at Kalona Brewery, 405 B Avenue in Kalona, on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m. to celebrate completion of the English River Watershed Improvement and Resiliency Plan. The ERWMA will be providing appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages; a cash bar will be open. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the recently ...

Readers and Writers department of Fortnightly Club met Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2015, at the Washington Public Library. Nine members and one guest, LeAnn, Kunz, were present.Chairman Patty Roe conducted a short business meeting. The Nov. 10 luncheon was discussed, with tickets to become available in a short time.LeAnn spoke about her background in teaching and then serving as a librarian. She has currently been ...

The Washington High School drama department will perform in its fall play called "Everybody's Crazy," a comedy that has several punch lines throughout it.The play takes place in the summer of 1930 in a hotel co-owned by three young gentlemen: Herbert Stanley, who is played by Michael Dillon; Elmer Sneed who is played by Kyle Schindler; and William Bates who is played by Cody Chalupa.Stanley starts the scene in ...

The fall soup supper at the United Church of Crawfordsville will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.Items that will be served include: chili, potato and oyster soup.

The Tuesday Coffee Club met at the Applewood Bistro for lunch on Nov. 3. Connie Bauer was hostess to the 10 members in attendance. Nov. 6 was Connie?s birthday and she brought freshly baked apple muffins to share with the group. They seemed to top off lunch to everyone's pleasure.A time of visiting was enjoyed following a delicious lunch. The next meeting will be on Nov. 17, with Judy Donaldson and Sharon ...

Descendants of John P. and Catherine Adrian (Redlinger) met for a noon meal on Oct. 18, 2015, at Mother Cabrini Church hall in Richland.The late John P. and Catherine Adrian (Redlinger) lived in rural Harper, near Clear Creek, just one-fourth of a mile east of Ss. Peter and Paul Church. They had four sons, Howard, Lawrence, Clarance, and Leonard, and one daughter, Marget (McArtor).Those attending the reunion ...

The Washington Police Department is storing many bicycles that have been abandoned in the City of Washington.To claim your bicycle, contact the Washington Police Department at 319-653-2256 or the Washington County Public Safety Center at 319-653-2107. All unclaimed bicycles will be sold at public auction on June 4, 2016, during Ridiculous Days.