Hills Mayor (Unopposed)  Tim Kemp (incumbent) – 110 votes (70.06%)   Write-in – 47 votes (48.76%) City Council (2 seats)  Emily Hudachek (incumbent) – 124 votes (51.24%)  Write-in – 118 votes (48.76%) more

RIVERSIDE Riverside voters overwhelmingly approved an $8 million bond referendum for a proposed wellness center in Tuesday’s election. The referendum question received 266 … more

RIVERSIDE When Riverside voters go to the polls Tuesday, two City Council seats and a number of Highland School Board seats will be at stake. Additionally, Mayor Allen Schneider is running … more

Seven minutes after meeting Kevin Marshek outside Riverside Auto Spa, a span during which he tells me a little bit about the business he runs with his wife Jill and co-owners Renee and Dan Houser, I … more

RIVERSIDE The final stretch toward a city vote on a proposed wellness center in Riverside will include a town hall next Monday. The Riverside City Council voted unanimously to hold a public … more

RIVERSIDE Allen Schneider is running unopposed for a sixth two-year mayoral term in Riverside, and four candidates, including current Mayor Pro Tem Tom Sexton, are running for two Riverside City … more

RIVERSIDE A loss of some federal school money has contributed to Highland Community Schools dipping into other funds to pay for the district’s nutritional programs for students. The … more

On Saturday, October 4, at the Highland Hunting Grounds, dozens of first responders gathered for the annual Hero Hunt in Riverside. The event, now in its 11th year, is hosted by Ryan Giannini. Giannini created the Hero Hunt for first responders, both active and retired. “The idea of this event is to dedicate a day to first responders, active or retired. Because of that, we wanted to make it their day,” he explained... more

RIVERSIDE Riverside’s new pickleball courts complex is expected to open for play in early October. Brian Boelke of Iowa City-based Axiom Consultants, the city’s engineer, said … more

RIVERSIDE Homecoming was this past week at Highland Schools. But there wasn’t a football game. Also, Boom Night on Wednesday was moved to Ainsworth, from Riverside, due to … more

Homecoming spirit had hit the hallways of Highland High School this week. Different color schemes dominated the lockers and hallways, divided by the senior, junior, sophomore and freshman … more

RIVERSIDE The Highland School Board held a special meeting Monday to approve purchases of a school van and also two copiers and printing software. Board members approved the purchase of a … more

RIVERSIDE Voters in Riverside will decide in November if a wellness center is coming to the city. The Riverside City Council approved a resolution at its meeting Monday that clears the way … more

The Cooperative awards one year, $2,500 college scholarships to 20 area high school seniors who plan to attend a four-year college or university, and one year $2,500 college scholarships to five area … more

The skies turned eerily dark on an early August afternoon five years ago. Storm sirens echoed across Iowa. Residents were told to stay indoors. Quickly, the comfort of a warm summer … more

WELLMAN In a world that seems to be spinning fast and change is the only constant, a place for quiet, peace, and reflection can offer solace and help one find their bearings. A memorial park can … more

RIVERSIDE Plans are moving quickly toward the construction of a wellness center in Riverside. The Riverside City Council, during its regularly scheduled meeting Monday, heard a presentation … more

Technical Sergeant Rhett Leonard, son of Patrick and Sarah Leonard of Riverside, was recently awarded the Air and Space Commendation Medal (Second Oak Leaf Cluster). TSgt Leonard has served 3 … more

Morgan Leichty of Wayland began her reign as Washington County’s 31st Fair Queen Sunday night, after being crowded at the pageant that took place at Washington Community Theatre. Emma Cole of … more

The Washington County Riverboat Foundation announced 2nd quarter municipal grants totaling $316,852.09 July 10. The WCRF Municipal Grant program distributes 25% of its total revenues directly to the … more