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“We really love the uniqueness of Kalona Realty.   It’s a great brokerage in the area, and a lot of rural places south of Iowa City look to us and come through us, which is really …
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  Ten Wellman Garden Club women drove to Riverside for their annual Spring luncheon, held this year at La Chiva Loka.  We enjoyed our Mexican food and visiting with each other.  While …
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“Iowa and the Civil War” is a trilogy written by Ken Lyftogt. Each of the three volumes has been a finalist for the B.F. Shambaugh Award, the highest honor offered by the State Historical …
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Pleasantview Yard Sale
Pleasantview held its first yard sale on May 19-20 after doing a little spring cleaning. Mikayla Fisher, Marketing Director, said, “We’ve already decided to do it on an annual basis …
Kalona Mennonite and Historical Societies Golf Benefit
Eight teams played at the Kalona Mennonite and Historical Societies’ Golf Benefit Friday, May 19.   Sponsors for the event were Sharon Telephone Co, Iowa Collision & Paint, The …
The 2023 Mid-Prairie girls track and field team at State
At the 2023 State Track and Field championship meet in Des Moines the Mid-Prairie girls placed second in Class 2A with 49 points on May 20. 
Elementary students visit Voyage Home Museum
Highland 5th Graders, led by teachers Ryan Cortum and Jill Strubee, trekked from the Elementary School down to the museum on Thursday, May 11.   Although it was a warm day, energy, enthusiasm, …
Sports
DES MOINES The final day of the Iowa High School Track & Field Championships delivered a window into the past for Mid-Prairie girls track head coach Mark Hostetler. The Golden Hawks had …
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AMES On a day of Hillcrest Academy history, a ball hit out of trouble on the final hole by Ravens senior Luke Schrock found the perfect target. Another player’s ball. Instead of …
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DES MOINES All the emotions exploded on the final day of the Iowa High School Track & Field Championships at Drake Stadium. A year’s worth of tears rolled down the faces of …
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The Show Must Go On: Actor and father Taye Diggs on how he combats insomnia
(Family Features) Joining more than 25 million Americans who struggle with insomnia, esteemed actor and father Taye Diggs found the lack of adequate sleep left him tired during the day and took a toll on him on-stage as an actor and off-stage as a parent. He learned a lot about managing his insomnia and wants to help others who may be struggling with these tips.
5 tips to stay organized during the shift to busy summer schedules
(BPT) - As another school year ends, families everywhere are shifting gears to start preparing for their summer schedules. Between daily activities and playdates, summer classes, camp and family …
Top 10 colleges with the most students enrolled in popular STEM programs
EDsmart has developed a list of 10 schools with the largest share of students enrolled in STEM programs, using 2020 College Scorecard enrollment data.
Creating a Giving Culture: How Companies are Building Better Communities with Philanthropy
(BPT) - Corporate philanthropy gives companies a sense of purpose beyond profit. It strengthens connections to communities and builds morale. Many companies are taking notice and corporate …
From free Coca-Colas to digital dollars: 11 things you didn't know about the history of couponing
CouponBirds compiled a list of 11 things you didn't know about the history of couponing.