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John Leopold of Chicago, Ill., was a guest of cousin Caryl Smith Nov. 27-30.Celebrating Thanksgiving Day at the home of Jim and Jane Springs of Burlington were his cousins, Caryl Smith with Nelson of Brighton, and John Leopold of Chicago; and friends Earl and Mary Wright, and Cecil Chuck and daughter Stephany Schadt, all of Brighton.Gerald and Rosemary Pacha had Thanksgiving dinner for her brothers and sisters ...

Twenty-eight members of the Washington United Methodist Women met in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church on Friday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. President Mary Dawson opened with prayer. All enjoyed a delicious dessert and coffee. Hostesses were Charlotte Magdefrau and Lea Smothers. Kay Bennett introduced guest Maggie Chestnutt.The secretary?s report was read and approved. The treasurer?s report was given ...

Dry skin is a common problem during the winter and its effects can be painful ? causing the skin to flake, itch, crack and even bleed. Yet dermatologists say there are ways people can find relief by implementing a few changes to their daily lives.?It?s tempting, especially in cold weather, to take long, hot showers, but being in the water for a long time and using hot water can be extremely drying to the skin,? ...

The Wayland Lions Club reports a very successful fruit sale for 2013. It was highlighted by the help of six WACO LEO Club members helping to sell the apples, grapefruit and oranges. Lions Stan Meyer and Royce Roth picked up the fruit and delivered it to the Wayland Community Center in time for the sale that began at 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 6, and carried over to Saturday morning. The Wayland Lions are proud of the ...

The 4-H mission says ?4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential through youth-adult partnerships and research-based experiences.? 4-H in Washington County cannot be what it is today without the many different types of volunteers.Leaders are a term often referred to in the 4-H volunteer world. These adult leaders coordinate the monthly club meetings and events for their 4-H or Clover Kid groups. The ...

The December free library concert will take place from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, on the second floor of the Washington Public Library.Robert McConnell, conductor of the Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra, will be performing seasonal music on oboe and English horn. Local piano instructor, Susan See, will be the collaborative pianist. All are welcome.

A delicious potluck lunch with a great variety was enjoyed recently by 10 Tuesday Coffee Club members in attendance. It was mostly a day of fellowship following lunch. Recipes were exchanged, and each person told how she had spent Thanksgiving Day. There was no business to discuss.The next meeting will be held Dec. 17 at the community center at 1 p.m. The foreign exchange student will be guest speaker. Sharon ...

The Washington County Conservation Board will hold the next board meeting at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, in the Nicola Library at the Conservation Education Center in Marr Park.Items on the agenda include project updates, Thomas Marr Lake proximity upgrade, Sarah Marr Pond component, Sarah Marr Haven component, lodge component, playgrounds component, amenities associated with the paved trails at Marr Park, ...

Indian Hills Community College has released the names of the students who completed their graduation requirements at the end of the 2013 Fall Term.This is a list of students who received an Associate of Arts (AA) degree, Associate of Science (AS) degree, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, or Diploma at the end of the Fall Term.COLUMBUS JUNCTION: Dustin L. Howell (AAS)KEOTA: Savannah Groet (AAS), ...

Ten members of the Log Cabin Questers and their husbands met at the Applewood Bistro at Halcyon House in Washington on Dec. 5, at 6 p.m. for a festive Christmas dinner catered by Mary Horak. Hostesses were Peg Gerot and Dorothy Koehler Yoder.Visiting and a tour of Darlene Flynn?s Christmas decorated apartment was enjoyed by the group.The next meeting will be in February with Karen Heineman. The theme will be ...

The regular meeting of Iowa Chapter L of the National T.T.T. Society was held at the United Church of Crawfordsville, Monday evening, Nov. 25, 2013.President Missy Fear called the business meeting to order at 7 p.m.Following the singing of "Sword of Gold," Marlys Fear provided meditations titled "Thankful for the Thorn."Twenty-three members answered toll call by naming their favorite comfort food. Minutes of ...

The Creative Living Department of the Washington Fortnightly Club met on Dec. 5 for a noon Christmas potluck luncheon at Halcycon House. Maxine Davisson and Sharon Niffenegger served as hostesses.Esther Bordwell gave the inspirational reading on ?The Joys Of Christmas.? Roll call was answered by 12 members telling ?what I do on a snowy day.? Most agreed that reading was a great pastime. Sharon Niffenegger read ...