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Mid-Prairie fifth graders give first band performance

On Jan. 11, approximately 70 fifth grade students had their first ever band performance. Shawn Sandersfeld, their director, has been working with these students since the end of September. Fifth … more

Meeting reshuffle advances, fine arts needs considered at Mid-Prairie

WELLMAN The Mid-Prairie school board covered a range of issues Monday night at their regular meeting, a work session/business meeting combination format that may be on its way out. Although a … more

Local High Schooler extends his compassion for animals to area senior communities

KALONA & WELLMAN “I would say that human interaction is very important, but animals are unique in that they have absolutely no judgment,” Henry Yoder says. “The … more

Intro to military book a good primer for youth

IOWA CITY Without a close role model to recommend it, military service may not be considered by high schoolers as an option these days. That’s a missed opportunity that some may have found … more

Mid-Prairie assesses meeting structure, school safety

WELLMAN Four of seven board members turned out for Mid-Prairie’s school board meeting Monday night as rain fell and snow threatened, conditions that caused the cancellation of all other school … more

2023: A retrospective

KALONA We may live in small towns where the pace of life is more relaxed, but that doesn’t mean that nothing happens. We are always in motion, tearing down the old, building the new, and … more

Big Hawk Little Hawk program builds positive relationships at M-P

Mid-Prairie High School & Mid-Prairie West Elementary have teamed up to offer Big Hawk Little Hawk (BHLH), a mentoring program involving Mid-Prairie High School students and 3rd and 4th graders from … more

Two minutes, four trophies, and bonds that won’t break

WELLMAN The coach was new. The assistant coach was new. Of the 11 girls, only two were upperclasswomen. When Mid-Prairie’s dance team showed up for their first practice in June, they knew that … more

Mid-Prairie FFA welcomes state officer

The Mid-Prairie FFA chapter welcomed Iowa FFA State Officer Emma Humphreys and District Officer Chloe Zittergruen to a chapter visit on Nov. 15. While at the high school, the officers discussed … more

Sold-out Madrigal Dinner delights with traditional favorites, new twists

WELLMAN The Mid-Prairie Choir Department held its 30th annual Madrigal Dinner the weekend of December 8-10. After the success of previous Madrigal Dinners, there was no surprise when all three … more

Statler proposes 'Golden Hawk Future Builders Club' to Mid-Prairie Board

WELLMAN There’s a new board in town, and they’re shaking things up. Mid-Prairie’s new school board was present in full for the first time at their regular meeting on Dec. 11, and new … more

Hills Bank donates nearly $7000 to local schools

This fall, Hills Bank donated $6,986.71 to Highland Community School District, Mid-Prairie Community School District, Lone Tree Community School District, and Hillcrest Academy as part of the … more

Mid-Prairie FFA attends conferences in Ankeny

Twenty members of the Mid-Prairie FFA attended the Ignite, Amplify and Transform Conferences in Ankeny at the FFA Enrichment Center on Saturday, Nov. 11. The Ignite Conference focused on … more

Mid-Prairie’s Frederick, Snider recognized by IASB

The Iowa Association of School Boards (IASB) presented the 2022- 23 Annual Board Awards on Nov. 16 during the IASB Annual Convention in Des Moines. The awards are given each year to board members, … more

Criticism heats up as new Mid-Prairie board takes seats

Criticism heats up as new board takes seats By Cheryl Allen The News WELLMAN Topping the agenda Monday night was acceptance of election results and retirement of the old board at … more

Kidsymphony preview inspires West Elementary students

WELLMAN If their responses after the conclusion of the concert were any indication, Mid-Prairie West Elementary students will be making sure the Middle School band has plenty of flute and … more

Optimists support Archery Club

Kalona Optimist President Ron Slechta on Nov. 16 presents a Check to Casey Peck and Jeremy Statler of the Golden Hawk Archery Club. The check is to help with supplies and training for over 100 … more

Veterans, student enlistees recognized at Mid-Prairie assembly

Mid-Prairie honored area veterans at their annual Veterans Day Assembly and Luncheon on Friday, Nov. 10. Numerous veterans from the community gathered, each stating their name and what they … more

Bond passage lifts spirits at Mid-Prairie

WELLMAN Exceeding the minimum number required to pass by 109 votes, Mid-Prairie’s general obligation bond referendum won solid approval by voters who turned out at the polls on Nov. 7. The $8.7 … more
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