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Kristen Twinam, of Crawfordsville, is the daughter of Layne and Paulette Twinam;Her brothers are Colton and Austin Twinam.She attends Washington High School and is a mamber of Prairie Pride 4-H Club.Her 4-H activities include: dairy, photography, home improvement, self-determined, swine, visual arts and animal science.Her 4-H activities include: County Council, State 4-H Council, 4-H Fire Up, Pancake Breakfast...

The Optimist Club will have its Annual Chicken and Biscuit Supper from 4:30 - 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 8, at United Presbyterian Church, 209 East Washington Street, in Washington.There is a fee for adults and youth.Items being served are chicken and biscuits, lettuce salad, fruit, dessert and a drink.

LAMONI ? The honor roll lists for Graceland University's 2017 fall term have been announced and Brady Bigley of Riverside, has been named to the Dean's List.Graceland University students with a GPA between 3.25 and 3.64 are named to the dean's list. Congratulations, Brady! Graceland commends you on your academic success.STORM LAKE ? The following students were named to Buena Vista University's (BVU) Dean's List ...

RIVERSIDE ? ESO, the Highland Community School District Elementary Support Organization held its first-ever father/daughter dance to raise funds to further support the school district on Jan. 27, at St. Mary's Parish Hall.?The event was a great community success to bring the Highland school district together,? Superintendent, Dr. Mike Jorgenson, said of the father/daughter dance. ?I look forward to more creative ...

Lauren Vittetoe, of Washington, and Ben Obermann, of Cresco, exchanged wedding vows at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017, at St. James Catholic Church with The Rev. Bernie Weir officiating.Lauren is the daughter of Don and Alicia Vittetoe, of Washington, and Ben is the son of Jim and Deb Obermann of Cresco.Maid of honor was Emily Vittetoe, sister of the bride.Bridemaids were Lauren Kerian, sister of bridegroom...

DES MOINES ? The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting public meetings from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 21, to listen to the public's thoughts on the hunting and trapping regulations for this fall.These meetings are part of the process for making rules in state government.?Any rule changes must be discussed with Iowa's citizens who might be impacted by the changes before the rule changes are proposed. The process ...

AMES ? Tuberous begonias are available in upright and trailing types, single and double flowers and a wide variety of vibrant colors and flower forms and are a gardener's favorite for easily brightening a shady corner of the garden. Unfortunately, they will not survive harsh winter weather outdoors and must be dug in the fall and stored indoors through the winter months.Now is the time to begin thinking about ...

It's that time of year to get hopping with the 4-H rabbit project area. 4-H and FFA members involved in the rabbit project are invited to attend a free rabbit workshop on Saturday, Feb. 17, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. in the basement of Dallmeyer Hall on the Washington County fairgrounds.The 4-H rabbit superintendent is excited to offer this workshop where they will showcase several breeds and teach about the specifics of ...

Marshal Rose is turning 90 years old Feb. 2. Help him celebrate by sending him cards or well wishes.Cards and well wishes can find him at the United Presbyterian Home 1203 East Washington Street, Washington, IA 52353.

Zoey Dennler was recently crowned Miss Junior Iowa Rodeo 2018 at the official coronation for Miss Rodeo Iowa, Jenna Kool. Dennler won the title during the Miss Rodeo Iowa, Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa and Miss Junior Iowa Rodeo pageant held in conjunction with the Tri-State Rodeo in Fort Madison in September.Zoey is the 12-year-old daughter of Darren and Karen Dennler of Crawfordsville. She is currently a sixth-grade ...

Washington County Historical Society Executive Board met at 9 a.m. on Jan. 25, at the Washington Public Library. Six members attended. Presiding officer was Mike Kramme. Members discussed a priority list for work needing to be done at the properties for the next here years. The window installation in Conger House is nearly finished. There will be a yard sale at Conger House in the spring. The annual dinner will ...

Members of the Salem Fire Department and the Henry County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to mile marker 33 on Highway 218 for a car fully engulfed in flames at little after 7 a.m. on Monday, April 16. The vehicle, a sedan car, was on the shoulder of the road on the north bound lane.