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IOWA CITY Johnson County’s General Assistance Program, which expanded three years ago due to needs during the Covid-19 pandemic, will have a number of changes enacted in October. …
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WASHINGTON In two back-to-back work sessions September 25, Washington County supervisors discussed first hiring a new outside counsel to aid in negotiations with the police unions and human …
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WASHINGTON Although formal action was tabled to next week’s meeting, the Washington County supervisors Tuesday agreed that changes involving windows, doors and access means will “save a lot of …
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Photos: Hillcrest cross country home invitational

Hillcrest hosted its second and final home cross country meet of the season on Oct. 7. Girls Results  1. Marissa Ferebee, Pella, 18:18 8. Marie Yoder, Hillcrest, 20:09 11. …
The Lions and Lady Lions competed in the Hillcrest Academy cross country invitational on Oct. 7.  Girls results  1. Marissa Ferebee, Pella, 18:18 41. Addyson Eiben, Lone …
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The Mid-Prairie cross country teams traveled to Kickers Park in Iowa City to compete in the Clear Creek-Amana Invitational on Sept. 30. Girls Results  1. Brooklyn Stutzman, …
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Highalnd went on the road to battle the Columbus Wildcats on Sept. 27. Columbus (2-3) took a 48-14 win over Highland (2-3). 
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No. 8 Mid-Prairie sweeps Durant in volleyball thriller

DURANT Five words in a timeout provided the biting motivation for Mid-Prairie’s volleyball team. “You better get this done.” And the Golden Hawks did. Trailing …
Sports

Golden Hawks use 'toss across' to drill Davis County

WELLMAN Mid-Prairie quarterback Brady Weber and running back Hudson Ehrenfelt played a game of toss across last Friday night. Davis County paid the price. Adding yet another piece to …

Mid-Prairie captures first place performances at CCA Invitational

IOWA CITY There’s close and then there is Emmett Swartzentruber and Preston Yutzy racing at Kickers Park on the final day of September close.   Last Monday, Mid-Prairie kicked …

Ravens and Huskies compete at SEISC tourney finals

WEST BURLINGTON   The stay was brief, but just being there was historic. For the first time since the name change, Hillcrest Academy advanced to the finals of the Southeast Iowa Super …
Obituaries
Mary L. Wagamon
Mary L. Wagamon, 94, of Muscatine, formerly of Washington, passed from this life Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, at the Lutheran Living Senior Campus in Muscatine. A graveside service will be held Saturday, …
Roberta "Bobbi" Leichty
Roberta “Bobbi” Leichty, 68, of Sitka, Alaska, died in Fargo, North Dakota surrounded by family on July 29, 2024. Born Nov. 13, 1955, in the Philippines, to Doyle A. Miller and Frieda …
Nancy Graber Gingerich
Nancy Winifred Graber Gingerich, 86, of Kalona, passed away peacefully at home Oct. 7, 2024, following complications from cancer. Born March 8,1938, to Daniel and Mildred (Swartzendruber) Graber, …
Phylis Colleen Hostetler
Phylis Colleen Hostetler, 55 of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away Monday, Sept. 16, 2024.  Born Dec. 6, 1968, in Washington, Iowa, Phylis was the daughter of the late Emma Helmuth …
John "Jack" Hubert Ruth
John “Jack” Hubert Ruth, 91, died peacefully at Atrium Village Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Oct.8, 2024, at Peter’s …
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(BPT) - Do you know how well you’re aging? Aging well goes beyond how you look. To live a healthier, more active lifestyle as you age, it’s important to know your current health baseline …
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(BPT) - Fall is here and it's time to cozy up with healthier habits! If you're looking to refresh your routine and embrace healthier habits this season, Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dawn …
The Importance of Medicare Options for America’s Seniors
The Importance of Medicare Options for America’s Seniors
(Mark Gibbons, President/CEO of RetireSafe) - With the start of Medicare’s open enrollment period, it’s important that older Americans explore their healthcare options to make the best choice …
Filling up an electric vehicle? It's easier than you think
(BPT) - What’s holding you back from buying an electric vehicle? You’ve likely heard a lot of myths and misconceptions about electric vehicle ownership, especially when it comes to how …