Sports

Trojans selected to conference teams

N/A Sports Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

The Fairfield softball team finished the year with an outstanding record of 30-12, including an 11-5 mark in the conference.Fairfield was well represented on the SEC All-Conference teams. Trojans who made the first team all-conference were eighth-grader Kenady Waugh and juniors Sydney Burnett and Marisa Repp.Waugh was close to batting .400 this year as she hit for a .391 average and reached base .436 percent of ...

Little League silver medalists

N/A Sports Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

The Fairfield All Stars took second place at the Ottumwa American Little League Tournament in July. Pictured are, clockwise from back left, Coach Greg Ledger, Fabian Perez, Logan Williams, Brendan Hagans, Bradley Swanson, Hakim Blakeney, Caden Jones, Manager Tommy Brower, Coach David Waters, Henry Smith, Jacob Scotton, Gage Hook, Brittan Bowman, Drew Martin and Elan Ledger.

Another trial awaits Penn State officials

MARC LEVY

News Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) ? The Jerry Sandusky scandal appears headed for another court fight that is sure to prolong the media spotlight and relive the testimony of how the former Penn State assistant football coach molested boys, sometimes in the university?s athletic facilities.Penn State?s ex-president and two former top school administrators were ordered Tuesday to stand trial on charges accusing them of ...

Indoor pool, sauna, hot tub to close for maintenance

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Sports Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

The indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub at the Fairfield Aquatic Center will be closed for annual maintenance Monday and will remain through August 11. The aquatic center will re-open August 12. Aquatic classes will be cancelled during this time and will start again August 19.

Aquatic center needs lifeguards

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Sports Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

The Fairfield Aquatic Center is in need of lifeguards, according to aquatic director Christy Leazer.The city of Fairfield employs many high school students and adults as lifeguards; however, many guards have other commitments this upcoming school year, leaving the aquatic center under-staffed. The Fairfield Park and Recreation Department will be training and hiring new guards to fill the vacancies.Certified ...

Walking toward a healthier tomorrow

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News Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

Mt. Pleasant Mayor Steve Brimhall, far right, led the way on Wednesday as residents participated in the Healthiest State Walk, on Wednesday, Oct. 5. Over 900 walks occurred on Wednesday in all of Iowa?s 99 counties.

Van Buren nips IMS in district final

Andy Hallman News Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

The Van Buren baseball team is moving on up.The Warriors defeated Iowa Mennonite School in the district final game in Fairfield Saturday by a score of 5-2.Van Buren scored two runs in the third and three in the fifth to take a 5-0 lead. IMS plated two in the sixth but that was all the scoring they had in them.Brandon Plecker went 2-4 with a double, a run and a stolen base. Will Mertens was 2-3 with two runs, a ...

Trojans? season ends with loss to Winterset

Andy Hallman Sports Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

The Fairfield softball has had a terrific season in 2013 but unfortunately all good things must come to an end.The Trojans traveled to Winterset Tuesday with a state tournament berth on the line. Fairfield hoped to return to the state tournament for the first time since 2004. Winterset proved to be more than the Trojans could handle as the visitors lost 7-2.The Trojans found themselves in a hole before they ...

Trampolinists compete at nationals

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Community Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

Twelve Fairfield trampolinists competed in the USTA National Meet which was held from June 18-22 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.Five of the Fairfield Parks and Recreation sponsored gymnasts scored in the top 10 nationally, even though this was their first year of competition.At the national competition the ?flyers? are divided into age groups and skill levels, and the competitors are then placed into ?flights? of no ...

New London City Council keeps burning ban in place

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News Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

BY KARYN SPORYMt. Pleasant NewsNEW LONDON ? New London residents will not see any changes to the city?s open burning restricted ordinance following citizen appeals to amend the law and allow the burning of leaves and grass clippings during certain days.Councilman Tom Davis broached the subject of amending the ordinance Tuesday during the city council?s regular meeting. Davis said several residents had approache...

Clown sightings reported in county, no charges filed

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News Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

BY BRYCE KELLYMt. Pleasant NewsDespite various reports of ?creepy clown? sightings throughout Henry County, local police say they have yet to verify that any of these reported sightings led to any illegal activity.According to official statements from the Henry County Sheriff?s Office, reports of clowns walking around various communities in the county have not resulted in any arrests or citations from deputies....

Trojans advance to regional final

Andy Hallman

Sports Sep. 30, 2018 9:51 pm2691d ago

OSKALOOSA ? The Fairfield softball team is one win away from the state tournament, a place it has not visited since 2004.The Trojans defeated Oskaloosa 6-1 on the road Saturday to advance to the regional final, which is 7 p.m. Tuesday in Winterset.Fairfield scored three runs in the third, one in the fourth, one in the sixth and one in the seventh. Oskaloosa?s lone run came in the fourth.Trojan coach Bob ...