Eighty-five years ago on Mar. 3, 1931, “The Star-Spangled Banner” officially became the national anthem of the United States of America. It was written by Francis Scott Key. National Anthem Day celebrates this song and the rich history behind its creation. Celebrate today by proudly flying the flag or listen to and sing “The Star-Spangled...
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Two new board members elected at fitness center
It is the 10th anniversary of Diamond Trail Fitness Center. With a 15 percent vote at the annual meeting on Feb. 24, the new DTFC Board nominees were elected to serve three-year terms. New board members Shawn Jansen and Mary Vander Leest are replacing Cheryl Septer and previous board president Nicholas DePenning. Following a recap...
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Carsten James
Carsten James Angove was born Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016, in Pella. He weighed 6 pounds 11 ounces and measured 20-1/2 inches long. His parents are Amber Vander Hart and Jacob Angove of Knoxville.
Among grandparents are Troy and Courtney (Young) Angove of Knoxville.
Among great-grandparents are Ron and Julie Dunsbergen of Sully and Arvin and Linda Angove...
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The DeeZee Spirit by Darrell Zegers – 3/3/16
Spring is not too far away. I love it with the flowers and green grass, which my children tell me I’m anal about taking care of.
The thing I like most about spring is getting out the motorcycle. I’ve heard there are nuts out there who ride in 20- and 30-degree weather all winter.
I rode the...
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From the Desk of Shane Ehresman: Did you know?
“Did you know?” is back, better than ever, with new information about the Lynnville-Sully School District. The purpose of the article is to share interesting information about the district. You have my permission to use the following facts and figures to impress family and friends.
Did you know the boys basketball team won the SICL Conference...
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Rich Brackett, 49
Richard “Rich” Brackett, 49, of Altoona, passed away Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, after a fight with cancer. He spent 73 days at Iowa Methodist Hospital with family and friends by his side daily.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Mar. 3, at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1701 8th Street SW in Altoona....
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Colleen Fox, 85
Colleen Fox, 85 of New Sharon passed away Friday, Feb. 26, 2016, at the Mahaska Health Partnership Hospice Serenity House. Funeral services were Monday, Feb. 29, at the Holland-Coble Funeral Home in New Sharon. Burial was in Highland Cemetery in New Sharon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to MHP Hospice Serenity...
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