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Quartet of Golden Hawks named on IPSWA list

Washington County supervisors took a step toward replacing a key rural bridge Tuesday, Nov. 25, voting to approve a federal-aid agreement that commits up to $10 million in Highway Bridge Program funding for a new structure on County Highway W21 over the Skunk River.

Highland Community School District received a $43,657 grant from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation’s Fall 2025 cycle, advancing the district’s ongoing effort to modernize learning spaces and expand hands-on opportunities for students.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office added a new K9 team to its ranks this fall, welcoming K9 Rino and his handler, Deputy Ethan Hansen, after the pair completed an intensive certification program at Tree Town Kennels in Forest City.

Demons bowling team defeats Grayhounds to open season

The 4-H & FFA Market Beef Weigh-In will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, 8 – 10 a.m. at the Kalona …

The Washington County Fair Association started an endowment fund with the Community Foundation of Washington County in 2019 to provide …

The goal of the Washington County 4-H Project Extravaganza days are to give 4-H members a variety of options for …

Demons runner up in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament

As Fairfield and surrounding counties prepare for the holiday, Wanderer’s Haul is not alone in offering a place at the table. Community groups, churches and volunteers across the region are preparing their own gatherings, making sure people have access to food, fellowship and the comfort of eating alongside others.

Demons coach, three players earn All-Union honors

Golden Hawks lead the way in area small school volleyball selections