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The North Kossuth School Board approved the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC) for Modified Supplemental Amount and Supplemental Aid for the 2023-24 Dropout Prevention Program in the amount of … more
Galaxy, a local rock ‘n roll band that has entertained in the local area and beyond for decades, was inducted into the Mid America Music Association Hall of Fame at the Avalon Ballroom in … more
Thirty years ago, the Black   Hills State University men’s basketball team was making history but didn’t know it at the time. The 1992-93 Yellow Jackets were just playing a game … more
It is that time of year that North Union High School’s Silver Spoon is getting ready to serve their monthly meals. Silver Spoon is presented by the Foods Class has been taught by advisor … more
All good things come to those who wait. And now, Glenn Henriksen of Armstrong has received his due reward. The weekend of Sept. 2-4, Henriksen was inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll … more
The North Union High School in Armstrong will start housing a small food pantry for low-income families and community members in the school counselor’s office. This food pantry will be supplied … more
Contracts for high school principal Robert Zotz and elementary principal Katie Black, along with Erin Rogers were approved at the North Union School Board meeting on Monday, June 13. Principal … more
North Kossuth School Board approved two purchases during their June 13th meeting. Sixty Chromebooks for the second and sixth grade students were approved.  Along with 21 new iPads for … more
Longtime Bancroft business owner Charles Kennedy passed away on Sunday, June 12 at the age of 69 at the Kavanagh Hospice House in Des Moines. Charlie, as most people called him, was a staple in … more
Kim and Wynona Rasmussen’s farm is near the apex of Dolliver, Gruver and Maple Hill in eastern Emmet County. Kim and his grandson, River, raise about 75 head of SimAngus and Angus, with an … more
Kathy and Dick Sturm of rural Armstrong have raised a lot over the years. Dick has raised corn and soybeans and beef cattle on their farm overlooking Iowa Lake. Kathy helped raise students … more
Collegiate baseball is back in Bancroft!   And the town and new league are excited for the season to start later this month. To kick off the new league and season, Steve Wagner, owner of … more
Newspaper owner and publisher Kris Grabinoski was named a 2022 Master Editor-Publisher by the Iowa Newspaper Association April 28.   Grabinoski was one of four publishers and editors … more
Jan Ehmen has worked in the food service department at the North Union Elementary building for the past three years. Upon her hire, it didn't take long for Jan to begin building relationships with … more
A former Armstrong and Estherville police officer was arrested on a warrant served by the Emmet County Sheriff April 7. The warrant included charges on 84 criminal counts. Ben Scheevel of Fairmont, … more
Updating equipment and books is a common occurrence each year to keep items maintained and up to date.   With this in mind, the North Kossuth School Board heard a proposal from the North Union … more
Saturday is a milestone for Lillian Johnson as she will be celebrating her 100th birthday.   There are many words to describe this lady who doesn’t look a day over eighty: spunky, bright … more
  The North Kossuth (NKEA) and North Union (NUEA) education associations were awarded a $500 community outreach grant from the Iowa State Education Association to support their “Bags … more
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