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Severe Weather Awareness Week, March 27-31, is an opportunity to highlight the importance of being aware of, and prepared for, severe weather. It is also an ideal time to review your …
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3/24/23 04:23 PM
Forced to admit they were fortunate to receive any bid at all, the Mid-Prairie Board of Education approved a bid for masonry work to the tune of $1,492,000 at a special meeting on Monday …
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By Cheryl Allen |
3/22/23 01:51 PM
Nine year old Athena needs a calm home so that she can feel comfortable with her routine. She may have some dementia, but she is the sweetest girl. Athena has a strong prey drive for cats, but would …
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3/22/23 12:47 PM
What separates average-to-good Iowa towns from thriving ones, former Governor Terry Branstad often said, is the presence of locally owned banks and a dedicated community newspaper.
Community …
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By Douglas Burns |
3/22/23 09:44 AM
The Wellman City Council approved an ordinance lifting water rates for 2023-2024 in preparation for a planned $5.1 million upgrade to 13,500 ft. of the pipes that deliver the city’s drinking …
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By John Butters |
3/22/23 09:44 AM
It was all numbers at the Washington County Supervisors special meeting Saturday that, after one failed motion, one defeated one, and one final motion that passed 3-2, Nathan Repp was selected to be …
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By Mary Zielinski |
3/15/23 10:52 AM
On Valentine’s Day, Erin Campbell received a special gift: an employment offer from the Cedar Rapids Public Library. And she accepted it.
For the Director of the Wellman-Scofield …
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By Cheryl Allen |
3/15/23 10:51 AM
The case of Matthew James Meisheid, 40, charged with two counts of Assault on Persons in Certain Occupations by Using or Displaying a Firearm, each a Class D Felony, previously set for trial March …
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3/8/23 12:54 PM
Goodwin Senior Dining
Thursday – Chicken breast, linguine with alfredo sauce, toss salad, Jell-O with fruit
Friday – Homemade pizza with meat, vegetable and cheese, cucumber slices, …
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3/8/23 11:58 AM
Helen loves people. She is soft and she loves to be talked to and stroked on her soft fur. She does not, however, like other cats. That’s what got her returned to us after she was adopted. We …
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3/8/23 11:20 AM
Wellman’s aging water system needs both repair and replacement, city officials advised residents at a lightly attended public forum at the Parkside Recreation Center Monday.
Mayor Ryan …
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By John Butters |
3/7/23 05:03 PM
The Washington County Supervisors conducted individual interviews on Feb. 17 with all applicants for the county attorney position vacated by John Gish, who took a leadership position with the state …
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By Mary Zielinski |
3/1/23 10:54 AM
The city of Wellman will contribute between $5,000 and $7,500 towards a YMCA-sponsored summer camp for school-aged children, planned for June and July this year.
Council members approved the …
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By John Butters |
3/1/23 10:53 AM
Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois invites consumers across the community to celebrate the annual National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place March 3–5. Beginning today, …
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2/28/23 11:01 AM
In a detailed presentation about using solar energy for all its facilities at Orchard Hill, including the jail and Emergency Services Center, Washington County Supervisors Tuesday learned not only …
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By Mary Zielinski |
2/23/23 09:58 AM
Goodwin Senior Dining
Thursday – Beef stew, toss salad, cheese salad sandwich, ice cream, strawberries
Friday – Fish patty, sweet potato puffs, cole slaw, lime Jell-O with …
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2/21/23 04:50 PM
By Cheryl Allen
The News
WELLLMAN
There’s a lot to be said for life in the City of Wellman, and it’s only getting better. With new events finding their footing, a …
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Cheryl Allen |
2/1/23 04:26 PM
Diesel would like to say hello and how do you do? This seven year old gentleman was surrendered by his family who could no longer care for him. Diesel lived happily with other dogs. Diesel is …
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2/1/23 12:19 PM
Vandalism has been an issue for Wellman’s North Park in recent years, and it continues to vex the city as we make headway into 2023.
On Tuesday, Jan. 24, vandals set fire to the …
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By Cheryl Allen |
2/1/23 12:09 PM
Being subject to licensing and inspection can be a barrier for many who contemplate starting their own home-based food businesses. Fortunately for Iowans, some foods can be made at home and …
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By Cheryl Allen |
2/1/23 11:34 AM
