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Start the new year right

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

Start the new year rightAvera recommends prioritizing cancer screenings in JanuaryAt the beginning of the New Year, it’s natural to consider health improvements. Nothing puts your well-being in the spotlight better than scheduling essential cancer screenings.Screenings aid in the early identification of abnormal cells or tumors. Detecting cancer earlier often lets your care team take […]

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George welcomes new City Council members

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

At the beginning of the year, the City of George welcomed newly-elected city council members Kris Hamilton, BJ Gerken and Derek Storm. They join re-elected mayor Bill Sprock and current city council members Bob Gruis and Carola Vivian. Pictured front, left to right, are council members Carola Vivian, Kris Hamilton, BJ Gerken. Back, Bob Gruis, […]

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Letter to the editor

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

Iowa will be holding its caucus on January 15, 2024. Even though all of the Republican Presidential candidates have their own special attributes, I will be casting my ballot for Ron DeSantis.Ron served as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy and was active in service to our country from 2004-2010. He was deployed to […]

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Nikki Haley for President

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

Letter to the editorJames 3:13 states “Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.”Please prayerfully consider whether the candidate you […]

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State agencies to enhance existing childhood nutrition programs, decline Summer EBT participation

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services and Iowa Department of Education recently announced they will continue to support Iowa children eligible for food assistance year-round by enhancing and expanding already existing childhood nutrition programs and have notified the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that Iowa will not participate in the 2024 Summer Electronic […]

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U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra announces 2024 reelection campaign

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

Robin Opsahl | Iowa Capital DispatchU.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra announced Wednesday, Dec. 20, he will seek reelection for a third term representing Iowa’s 4th Congressional District.The Hull Republican asked for Iowans’ support in electing Republicans to serve in Washington, D.C. — both in U.S. Congress and the White House.“Now more than ever, we need strong […]

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Making an impact in 2023

Jan 9, 2024 | ,

OP-EDMike Naig | Iowa Secretary of Agriculture2023 marked 100 years since the Iowa Legislature created the position of Iowa Secretary of Agriculture. In that time, 15 different Iowans have had the opportunity to lead the talented team at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Though much has changed since 1923, one thing has […]

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Busting boredom at Pahoja

Jan 2, 2024 | , , ,

Busting boredom Lyon County Conservation hosts winter activitiesDominique Kooiker | Editordkooiker@ncppub.comOn Wednesday, Dec. 27, Lyon County Conservation hosted a Winter Boredom Buster Day at the Lyon County Nature Center at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area. During this event, Emily Ostrander, Lyon County naturalist, hosted animal meet-and-greets where she fed the fish, gecko, salamander, bull snake, corn […]

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Celebrating half-a-decade in nursing

Jan 2, 2024 | , ,

HONORED TO SERVE HUMANITYHarriet Metzger of Alvord, right, celebrates her retirement from a 52-year nursing career during a party at Avera Merrill Pioneer Community Hospital of Rock Rapids Thursday, Dec. 28. Metzger was joined by family, friends and colleagues to celebrate this milestone. (Photo/Dominique Kooiker)Avera nurse celebrates retirementDominique Kooiker | EditorTaking care of patient’s health […]

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Ramaswamy holds town hall in Rock Rapids

Jan 2, 2024 | , ,

Dominique Kooiker | Editor Vivek Ramaswamy, 2024 Republican presidential candidate hopeful, hosted a town hall meeting at Pizza Ranch in Rock Rapids Wednesday, Dec. 27, as part of his campaign preceding the Iowa Caucus Jan. 15. Ramaswamy answered questions from those in attendance about changes he would make to the nation, human trafficking, veterans’ policy […]

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