Quilters celebrate 40 years of community
I n commemorating their 40th anniversary, the Manhattan Quilters Guild has marked the occasion with a traveling exhibit, which has found its way to Winterset. Many came to view the ‘40 x 40 @ 40’ works on Saturday, July 10, at the Iowa Quilt Museum. The exhibit While brunch was served, the contemporary art quilts – which go beyond traditional […]
New playground in the works
The Winterset City Council discussed the addition of a new, local playground, as well as creating a comprehensive plan for Winterset on Wednesday, July 7, at City Hall. Parks and recreation Winterset Parks and Recreation Director Skylar Smothers said the department recently purchased equipment for a playground through a public-private partnership that will be installed next to the north shelter […]
Ole’s Corner
I am finally getting used to not having to put on a mask every time I get out of the car or go into a place of business – what’s the point? How about having a celebration on the square saying hello to our freedom from COVID, or better yet just an old fashioned get-together? How about a Bike Night […]
Inside the Iowa House
Iowa House Democratic Leader Jennifer KonfrstGreetings from the Iowa Statehouse! My name is Jennifer Konfrst, and I’m proud to serve as the newest Iowa House Minority Leader. I’m glad to have this opportunity to introduce myself and share a little about my priorities. I was first elected to the Iowa House three years ago, and I represent the people of Iowa’s 43rd House District, which […]
Julian B. Garrett
State SenatorIndependence Day parades: I was able to walk in three Independence Day parades, along with a number of other people who wanted to celebrate the founding of our nation. I have been walking in these parades for more than 10 years now, and I believe the people lining the parade routes were the largest in numbers, and the most friendly, […]
Cindy Axne
U.S. RepresentativeInvestments in biofuels infrastructure can support Iowa while helping save the planet
Investments in biofuels infrastructure represent the best of all worlds as we chart a path to an energy economy that allows us to reduce carbon emissions, be less reliant on foreign energy sources, and still support our rural communities and farmers. As Congress considers investments in infrastructure, we need to take full advantage of the opportunities within biofuels to decarbonize […]
Down Memory Lane
Long Ago, Yesteryear, and NowIN TIMES PAST Death of an Eccentric, Helpless Old Wretch. “Steve Blanchard, an eccentric old man, who lived alone was found early in the week at his wretched home in a helpless state from a paraletic [paralytic] stroke. He was taken to the home of his niece, Mrs. Alice Jacobs where he died Friday morning. Funeral services were held at […]