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The Washington chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) hosted a reception for Washington High School?s National Honor Society members, Tuesday, March 25, at the United Presbyterian Church. Seven seniors and 20 juniors were inducted as new members.In the front row from left are Jan Kristine Pingol, Bailey Anderson, Mackenzie Crawford, Kolbi Breard, Kaitlin Hora, Macy Marek, Michael Witt, ...

Chad and Letty (Nash) Pickering of San Tan Valley, Ariz., are pleased to announce the birth of Faith Murlee and Conner Alan on Friday, March 21, 2014. Faith weighed 4 pounds, 10 ounces, and Conner weighed 4 pounds, 14 ounces.They are welcomed home by older brothers Hagen, 4, of San Tan Valley; and Aries, 9, of Minnesota.Grandparents are Lonna Blodgett of Brighton, Michael Nash of Nevada, Duane and Denise Levien ...

April is upon us and at the library we are making plans to celebrate National Poetry Month and Earth Day!National Poetry Month is a monthlong, national celebration of poetry and it was established by the Academy of American Poets. The idea is to promote the enjoyment of poetry in popular culture and to celebrate both current and past poets. The Washington Public Library is doing its part by hosting a Poetry ...

A group of family, friends and UP Home staff gathered on Thursday, March 20, 2014 to remember the 23 residents who passed away in 2013. Readings, music, the lighting of candles, and gifts of flowers were offered in hopes of lightening the feelings of loss and grief associated with losing a loved one. UP Home staff were joined in leading the service by Virginia Bordwell, who offered her musical talents, and Paul ...

Christine and Trent Doonan of Winterset are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Bristol Claire.She was born on March 6, 2014, weighing 6 pounds, 15 ounces and measuring 18 inches long.Grandparents are Dave and Linda Birney of Washington and Ron and Peggy Doonan of Harlan.

This is a picture of West Madison looking east at South Avenue C in the summer of 1951.

Sacha Club met on Monday, March 24, at the Ainsworth Community Church. Vice President Deb Gilchrist conducted the business meeting.The members reviewed the blood drive held March 17. There were 40 pints of blood given.A thank-you for the club's donation from the Highland Post Prom Committee was read.The Easter egg hunt was discussed. Five volunteers said they would make two dozen cookies each. The hunt will be ...

(From The Washington Evening Journal, Friday, March 26, 2004)10 YEARS AGOA 16-year-old Eagle Scout candidate is seeking funds to offset the cost of constructing an all-weather outdoor map of Elm Grove Cemetery.Adam Grubb, a Boy Scout with Washington Troop 242, plans to build a wooden structure at Elm Grove Cemetery on which to mount a 24-inch by 36-inch map of the cemetery sections and plots.In its work ...

The Southeast Iowa Button Club met at the Washington Public Library on Thursday, March 20, with 10 members members present. Special guests were former members Carol Smith, Mary Statler, and Betty Kann.The club celebrated National Button Week, March 16-22. The members set up an amazing button display about the history of the Washington Button Factory. Collections of pearl, Satsuma, enamel, metal, china, glass, ...

Over 20 4-H?ers and parents gathered Wednesday, March 26, for the Know Your Swine session at the Washington County Extension office. Those just starting their 4-H swine career were encouraged to attend and learn some basics on swine care, facilities, equipment, feeding and showmanship tips.A Washington County pork producer shared early care, facility and health tips. 4-H senior swine showman Macy Marek demonstrat...

Lorena Goode, who resides at Halcyon House, will be 93 years old on April 3, 2014. A card shower is requested to help her celebrate the occasion. Cards may be sent to her at: c/o Halcyon House, 1015 S. Iowa Ave., Washington, IA 52353.

All four circles of the United Presbyterian Women met in March and the Birthday Luncheon was held as well.Five members of Circle I met at the church on March 4 at l:30 p.m. Co-leader Pat Bagley opened the meeting with a quote from Mother Teresa. Co-leader Joyce Letts announced the World Day of Prayer at the First Baptist Church on March 7 and the Birthday Luncheon on March 12. A UPW workshop will be held in Iowa ...