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RIVERSIDE Champion Metal Supply and KDM Trucking are once again packing the semis with supplies to truck down to North Carolina to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Bring your donations to …
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RIVERSIDE Just east of downtown Riverside, there is a creek that starts out of the English River and heads north. It has no name. Until now. A well-researched project by the 4-H …
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KALONA Having heard no comments on the city’s plan to borrow money to upgrade sewer services, the Kalona City Council moved forward Monday night, approving a $400,000 sewer revenue loan and …
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Photo Galleries

Photos: Lone Tree boys basketball vs Keota

The Lions (1-1) were defeated, 60-55, at home by Keota (3-0) on Dec. 5. Lone Tree's Emmett Burke led the Lions with 21 points,. 
In their season opener, the Ravens (1-0) scored a 78-39 road conference win over Highland (0-1) on Dec. 3. 
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The Huskies (4-0) picked up a 60-40 home conference win over Hillcrest (2-1) on Dec. 3. 
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The Mid-Prairie boys and girls wrestling teams competed in a Washington Quad on Dec. 3. 
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No question, Dakota Mitchell digs her 'special' senior season

Outside of winning a state championship, Dakota Mitchell killed it in her senior volleyball season at Mid-Prairie. Mitchell, a North Texas DI recruit, ranked third in Iowa 3A with 560 defensive …
Sports

Golden Hawks empty the bench in big win at Fairfield

WELLMAN Mid-Prairie girls basketball team emptied its bench in the Golden Hawks’ season opener at Fairfield. The Golden Hawks still won by 47 points, posting its most one-sided win in …

Huskies kick off conference play with first win over Lady Lions since 2022

RIVERSIDE A potential upset was brewing for the Huskies at home as they held a slim one-point lead after two quarters of play against conference foe, No. 10 Lone Tree, and in the second …

Ravens cruise past CVC for first home win of the year

KALONA After winning its season opener on the road it was time for Hillcrest to test their skills at home as they hosted Cedar Valley Christian in a non-conference matchup and from the opening …
Obituaries
Jann R. Frank
Jann R. Frank, 76, of Riverside, passed away Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, at Pleasantview Home in Kalona. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 4-7 p.m., at St. Mary’s …
Jerry D. Hudson
Jerry D. Hudson, 87, of Kalona, passed from this life Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, surrounded by his family at Pleasantview Home in Kalona. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, at 6:30 …
Pamela Redlinger
Pamela Redlinger was born Sept. 15, 1955, in Washington, Iowa, the daughter of Ivan and Muriel Joan (Spears) Redlinger. She graduated from Mid-Prairie High School in 1974. She lived in the Wellman …
Ivan "Lindy" Redlinger
Ivan “Lindy” Redlinger was born Nov. 29, 1930, in Keota, Iowa, the son of Bernard and Lula (Baker) Redlinger. Ivan graduated from Wellman High School. He joined the Navy following …
James A Kauffman
James A. Kauffman, 50, of Iowa City, passed from this life Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, at his home following a sudden illness. A celebration of life will be held Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at 4 p.m., at …
Web Extras
Pearl Young, the first woman to work in a technical role at NASA, overcame barriers and ‘raised hell’ − her legacy continues today
Many of her male colleagues believed Pearl Young had an attitude problem based on her efforts to advocate for herself and her team.
Top holiday food and drink ranked via national poll, online ordering data
Instacart shares the top festive foods, treats, and drinks enjoyed by Americans ahead of and during the holidays.
How to help prevent the spread of germs this cold and flu season
(BPT) - Chilly temperatures and winter weather aren't the only burden that comes with this time of year — it's also the peak of cold and flu season. Cold and flu germs can lurk on hundreds of …
Public Christmas trees, like Rockefeller Center's famous tree, didn't start appearing in the U.S. until the 20th century.
The Christmas tree is a tradition older than Christmas
Evergreens have long served as symbols of life during the bleakness of winter. But Queen Victoria spurred the tradition that has become a global phenomenon.
Identity theft can happen to anyone, but you can take steps to protect yourself.
Is Your Identity Safe? What To Do If It’s Not
by Mariana Raymond of Truecaller (NAPSI)—Identity theft is becoming more common, affecting people from all walks of life—but you can protect yourself.   The Problem Scammers are always …