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Emerald Ash Borer now confirmed in all 99 IA Counties

First case of ash tree-killing insect confirmed in Emmet County Emerald ash borer (EAB), an ash tree-killing insect, has now been confirmed in all of Iowa’s 99 counties. Insect samples …

Armstrong Heritage Museum Holds Annual Supper

The Armstrong Heritage Museum held their annual supper on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Bernie Verbrugge, standing center, secretary of the Museum’s Board of Directors, brought members up to date …

Supervisors set moratorium on new wind projects

After hearing at their Oct. 8 meeting stiff opposition to wind farm development, the Emmet County Board of Supervisors at their Tuesday, Oct. 15 meeting approved a moratorium on new wind energy …

Moore giving back to organization dear to her heart

Hadley Moore of Armstrong is doing a combined 4H citizenship project and an FFA SAE project by collecting donations for the Emmet County Animal Shelter. She is utilizing her family’s large …

Armstrong wastewater treatment plant online Oct. 21

After years of planning and sharpening pencils, the City of Armstrong water project is slated to be completed Oct. 21, the Armstrong City Council learned at their Tuesday, Oct. 8 meeting.   …

Annual Firemen Supper Held

The annual Firemen’s benefit supper was held on Saturday in observance of National Fire Prevention Month.   The Emmet County Cattlemen grilled ribeye steak for sandwiches and attendees …

Donations for the Emmet County Animal Shelter

Hadley Moore and her dog, Tucker, stand beside the dog house that she is using to collect donations for the Emmet County Animal Shelter as part of two community service projects.   Moore is a …
Obituaries
Beverly A. Eggerth
  Memorial Service for Beverly A. Eggerth, age 93, of Swea City, IA, will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Swea City Community Church, formerly First United Methodist Church, …
James Philip Heldorfer
James Philip Heldorfer was born July 1, 1970, in Estherville to Phil and Ann Marie (Walsh) Heldorfer.   He grew up on a farm west of Bancroft, graduating from St. John’s High School in …
“Wally” G. Christ
Memorial services for Wallace “Wally” G. Christ, age 77, of Bancroft, IA, formerly of Lakota, IA will be held on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church in …
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Ray William Ohrtman
Funeral services for Ray Ohrtman were held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at United Lutheran Church in Ringsted, Iowa, with Vicar Kim Kacmarynski officiating. Ray William Ohrtman, …
Ann Koons
A memorial service for Iris Ann Koons was held at the Immanuel Lutheran Church,   Swea City, Iowa on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 with Pastor Sara Heutinckas the   officiant.   At Rest was …
Sports

The North Union Athletic Boosters recently donated $6,900

The North Union Athletic Boosters recently donated $6,900 to the North Union High School football team allowing them to purchase additional equipment and uniforms.   Pictured are Tabetha Ernster …

Injury in the first Quarter

Following a season ending injury, North Union quarterback Grady Madden shakes the hand of the backup quarterback Greyson Colegove before heading to the hospital to have x-rays done on his left leg. …

Jason Green Memorial Youth Golf Tournament

Liam Minnmann was the 1st place winner in the seven year old boys group.

Jason Green Memorial Youth Golf Tournament

The 1st Jason Green Memorial Youth Golf Tournament was held on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Placing 1st in the 12 year old boys competition was Landon Pergande.
Around the region
The home of John and Tammy Crookshank is ready to have trick or treaters to their home on Thursday, October 31.   Their house is decorated with inflatables that are very welcoming for all the …
The Bancroft Chamber of Commerce and Bancroft Rotary held their annual bingo night on Friday, October 18th at the Summit Center. This year’s theme was Batty Bingo and bingo players were …
Theresa Johanson and Serena Johanson were busy serving their pork loin meal as part of the Pork Promotion Month on Thursday, October 17.
Calling the bingo numbers off for Batty Bingo was Tom Johnson.   Helping out with the numbers was Emma Laubenthal.
So many toppings to choose from for their burgers and also a variety of desserts were available for those dining in and taking carry outs during the Kidstop Daycare and Preschool annual burger bar. …