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Supervisors name depositories; OK EMS seeking WCRF grant

Within a dozen minutes Monday, Sept. 15, Washington County supervisors approved a resolution naming depositories for county funds and a resolution allowing Emergency Management Services to apply for a grant from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF)... more

WaCo supervisors approve budget amendment, change orders

WASHINGTON Washington County Supervisors met for 15 minutes Tuesday, approving a budget amendment, a WCRF grant application, and change orders for county building remodeling projects. No … more

Building bunkbeds for a safe place to sleep

Imagine never having slept in a bed, a comfortable bed with a mattress covered in cotton sheets, a warm comforter, and a soft pillow. Studies show that three percent of children across the United States do not have a safe place to sleep.... more

Midwest Old Threshers Reunion

Free dental clinic coming to Coralville for the first time

For the first time, the Iowa Mission of Mercy (IMOM) will bring its large-scale free dental clinic to Coralville on September 19–20, transforming the Hyatt Regency Coralville’s exhibit hall … more

WaCo supervisors see savings in road, construction projects

WASHINGTON In a 17-minute meeting Tuesday, the Washington County Supervisors gave the go-ahead on two projects that will cost them less than expected. The first was a scope change for the … more

WaCo board approves EMC arrangement, detox costs offset

WASHINGTON The Washington County Board of Supervisors approved two somewhat contentious items Tuesday, the first being a personnel change request for Sheriff’s Deputy Nathan Schmucker, who will … more

Supervisors hold 9-minute meeting before heading to state conference

WASHINGTON A mere nine minutes was all it took for the Washington County Board of Supervisors to take care of agenda items Tuesday morning before they headed out to Des Moines for the Iowa State … more

Local Century, Heritage Farm families honored at Iowa State Fair

Nine area farm families were among those honored at the 2025 Iowa State Fair for owning and operating their farms for 100 years or more. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Iowa Farm … more

“100” for the Kids fundraiser set for Sept. 8 in Washington

The Community Foundation of Washington County is hosting “100” for the Kids, a fundraiser to benefit two local organizations dedicated to supporting children. The event will be held Monday, Sept. … more

Supervisors approve Ginkgo Ave paving agreement; rethink county zoning rep

WASHINGTON The Washington County Board of Supervisors Tuesday approved a standard agreement with the DOT to use Surface Transportation Block Grant Program funds for paving work on County Road … more

Courage Ride 2025

The 21st annual Courage Ride took place Saturday, Aug. 9, with cyclists taking off from the start line at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City at 7 a.m. and hitting rest stops at Hills, Hillcrest Academy, … more

Betterment Foundation donates to fairgrounds restroom project

The Washington Betterment Foundation has donated $25,000 to the Washington County Fair Association in support of its new Northside Restroom Project. The contribution helped cover construction costs … more

WCRF awards $10,000 surprise grant to free dental clinic

WASHINGTON In September, Iowa Mission of Mercy will hold a community dental clinic in Coralville, where they will see everyone who attends, first-come/first-served, and provide needed dental … more

DERECHO 2020: 5 years ago, the brutal storm of August 10, 2020, caused $12 billion in damage

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

Supervisors set Nov. 4 vote on EMS levy

The Washington County Board of Supervisors has formally approved the placement of a proposed levy on the Nov. 4, 2025 general election ballot. The measure would fund emergency medical services (EMS) … more

WCRF announces application for director openings

Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) is taking applications to fill three board member positions. The term will begin January 2026 and end January 2029. The application is online at … more

1st Annual K-9 Cornhole Tournament Sept. 20

The City of Kalona, in partnership with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, is proud to assist with hosting the 1st Annual K-9 Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Vista Park … more

Washington youth headed to Governor’s Charity Steer Show

Tyler Lukavsky of Washington has been selected to join the Governor’s Charity Steer Show lineup of exceptional youth to show his steer at the Aug. 9 event at this year’s Iowa State Fair. This … more

A week at the Washington County Fair

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