Unsolved mystery: C.F. woman aims to return century-old letters to authors' family Sep 22, 2009
She mentions a trip to Mt. Auburn fondly: "I think Iowa is the prettiest place ever was." She also names John several times, as if he might be her husband. The fourth letter is addressed to Aunt Sarah Black dated Aug. 15, 1886, but is hard to make out. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Golf Plays At Olympia Fields Sep 18, 2009
The Seminoles won their first tournament of the season - the Inaugural GolfWeek Conference Challenge - with an eight stroke victory over Iowa at the Blue Top Ridge Golf Course in Riverside, Ia ... SEMINOLES, KITTLESON EARN WINS AT GOLFWEEK CHALLENGE Florida State rallied from four strokes down entering the final round and stormed to an eight stroke victory over Iowa to claim the championship of the Inaugural GolfWeek Conference Challenge at the Blue Top Ridge Club Golf Club in its first event of... (Seminoles.com)
Apple Daze schedule Sep 18, 2009
8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Breakfast sponsored by Donnellson Fire Dept. (location: in front of Colleague of Iowa ) ... 10:30 a.m. Chicago hot dogs and brats sponsored by Donnellson Vision Inc. (Location: Colleague of Iowa ). (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
List of upcoming church bazaars Sep 14, 2009
What: Northeast Iowa Thanksgiving Ingathering. When: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 7. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Gary Cooper Commemorated on Stamp Sep 13, 2009
He later graduated from Gallatin County High School in Bozeman and attended Grinnell College in Iowa. He tried to start a career as a political cartoonist, but the endeavor provided little in the way of regular income. (PR Newswire)
Parade lineup Sep 5, 2009
Keokuk Police Department, Iowa State Patrol, Lee County Sheriffs Office, Color guard American Legion Post 41, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3508, Vietnam Veterans, McGruff the crime dog, River Hills, Keokuk fire trucks Local 568 firefighters, Keokuk Volunteer Emergency Corps, Lee County Ambulance Service, Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Association trucks, Montrose fire truck and Wayland, Mo ... Keokuk High School Band, I-JAG (Iowa Jobs for Americas Graduates, Keokuk fifth and sixth grade... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Nauvoo Grape Festival features three days of fun and activities Sep 4, 2009
Activity sponsored by Cramberg Archery of Pontoosuc and Kent's Custom Strings of Fort Madison, Iowa ... 5:30 to 8 p.m. - 33rd Festival on Wheels Night Time Car Display at Outlaw Tee's, 85 N. Iowa Street, Nauvoo. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Sensitive fooball predictions Sep 4, 2009
Either that or he s just somewhat disoriented from the Gamecocks losing their final three games last season (Florida, Clemson, Iowa) by a combined score of 118-30, give or take a major organ ... As for Chizik he stunk at Iowa State but who wouldn t in thta state. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Looking Back Aug 20, 2009
Two birthdays were celebrated Sunday by a picnic at the Iowa City Park ... Mrs. John Spenner of Iowa City and little granddaughter, Phyllis Spenner, visited Mrs. Minnie Beck Saturday afternoon ... Tim Grady who is connected with the CCC camp near Oskaloosa, Iowa spent the weekend at the parental Mrs. Anna B. Grady home. (Kalona News, IA)
On the road with Iowa's Bob and Sheila Everhart Aug 19, 2009
Published: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 9:15 AM CDT "Busy, busy, busy. I guess that's good," says Sheila Everhart who is one of the festival directors for the 34th annual old-time music festival in LeMars, Iowa, the full week before Labor Day ... The Everharts stay busy with their own performance center in Anita, Iowa, the Oak Tree Opry ... The Atlantic News Telegraph P.O. Box 230 Atlantic, Iowa Phone: 712-243-2624 FAX: 712-243-4988. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Waterloo man hopes to uncover buried treasures Aug 18, 2009
Often, there is other assorted refuse from the early days of Iowa s saloons and public houses, like a ball and chain, brass knuckles and even a horse carcass ... Their real aim is to discover more about Iowa. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Muscatine businesses are trading spaces Aug 4, 2009
MUSCATINE, Iowa Some of Muscatine s speciality businesses have been on the move recently. The Shop 2 Drop upscale consignment shop and Past Time Antiques and Uniques, two former downtown Muscatine businesses, have moved to the Muscatine Mall and Park Avenue, respectively. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Treasure hunters: Turn your stuff into cash Jul 30, 2009
want the North Iowa area to know ... com Privacy Policy: Welcome to the web sites of the Globe Gazette, a media company located in eastern Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Floyd Co. Fair is off and running Jul 23, 2009
Pancake Breakfast, KID S Day, Barbecue Contest, Iowa Lawnmower Racing. 7 9 a.m. FREE Pancake Breakfast by Chris Cakes. (Charles City Press, IO)
Sidney Rodeo set for July 28-Aug.1 Jul 21, 2009
Published: Monday, July 20, 2009 9:45 AM CDT In keeping with a long-time tradition, the 86th annual Sidney Iowa Rodeo, a PRCA rodeo, will be held on July 28,29, 30, 31 and Aug. 1, with five evening performances ... Sidney Iowa Rodeo is owned and operated by Williams Jobe Gibson American Legion Post 128 of Sidney ... The Atlantic News Telegraph P.O. Box 230 Atlantic, Iowa Phone: 712-243-2624 FAX: 712-243-4988. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
North Iowa Entertainment Briefs Jul 20, 2009
Downtown vendors include the Clear Lake Area Chamber, Clear Lake cheerleaders with face painting, classic cars, Iowa Lottery Powerball Patrol and more ... Thursdays on Main is sponsored by Built by Joshua, the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, Globe Gazette, North Iowa Broadcasting, Fox 103 ... Nicolai s 2007 novel A Love Like That brought her notice at the 21st Annual North Iowa Writers Workshop. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Let Mother Nature be your guide for summer entertaining Jul 16, 2009
The Atlantic News Telegraph P.O. Box 230 Atlantic, Iowa Phone: 712-243-2624 FAX: 712-243-4988. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
It Happened This week: July 13-20 Jul 14, 2009
Two students from the University of Iowa were among the 100-plus civil rights demonstrators arrested in Greenwood, Miss ... Siiri Sloat, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Sloat, and Brad Freesmeier, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Freesmeier, are selected to attend the 1974 State Leadership Conference to be held at the Iowa 4-H Camping Center in Ames ... Wayne Hanway, 26, Iowa City, was named the director of the Cattermole Memorial Library. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Our homes are full of valuables Jul 11, 2009
Frank's Folly Antique Ship on the corner of Main Street and Highway 75 in Hinton, Iowa, is open 1-4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Story Comments. (Sioux City Journal)
» Readers pay tribute Jul 7, 2009
Ronald Perez y, Iowa. "I couldn't believe my ears when I heard the King Of Pop died. I was stunned. He was a great performer. Through the good and bad times I stuck by Michael. He was the best performer of my times. I loved him and always will. R.I.P. Michael. You are always going to be the Greatest in my eyes."--Tonya, Morrisville, Vt. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Main Street announces its officers, board Jul 1, 2009
The organizational meeting of the newest Iowa Main Street was held and the following community members have volunteered ... The Iowa Main Street staff was in town all day June 11starting with a breakfast meeting of about 100 people at the Fort Madison Elks Lodge. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Midwest Living recommends Indiana's Antique Alley Jun 30, 2009
DES MOINES, Iowa Turn a hunt for antiques into a getaway on the 60-mile stretch known as Indiana's Antique Alley ... Paxico, Kansas, and Walnut, Iowa. (Yahoo News)
Garden tour Saturday at Clear Lake Jun 25, 2009
Ticket outlets include Central Gardens of North Iowa office, Clear Lake Arts Center, Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce, Larson s Mercantile, and the Red Geranium in Clear Lake; Blackmore Nursery, Hy-Vee West, and Hy-Vee East in Mason City ... com Privacy Policy: Welcome to the web sites of the Globe Gazette, a media company located in eastern Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Sparta’s vacant downtown incubator getting tenants Jun 24, 2009
Scam du jour: The man who telephoned a Des Moines, Iowa, restaurant wanted to order 200 chicken Alfredo dinners. The catch was he wanted to charge a credit card for 1,000 more than the order would cost. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Conleys Make Their Mark Jun 24, 2009
Barbara who grew up in Selma, attended Mary Crest College in Davenport, Iowa where she would meet the love of her life while attending school. She graduated from Mary Crest in 1965 and a few months later married Joe Conley. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Tractor time: Vintage farm machines cropping up in Waterloo Jun 18, 2009
Don Hach of Dysart rolls out a John Deere MI 1001 before taking parking the tractor in Estal Hall at the National Cattle Congress in Waterloo Iowa on June 16, 2009. Hach in addition to owning the the first model of this tractor, he also owns the second, MI 1002. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Plymouth Energy up and running Jun 5, 2009
Chad Dreckman, who farms east of Le Mars, Iowa, was waiting in line for a tour with his son, Logan, 5 ... But they came to haunt the company on May 4 when the Iowa Department of Agriculture analyzed its 2008 financial statements and issued a temporary suspension of its grain-buying license. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Treasure seekers set up shop Jun 5, 2009
Wescott said the item was purchased in Mason City, Iowa, and had been passed down through the family. The criteria the firm has for purchasing items include their age and authenticity, although just because something has been around awhile does not mean it is valuable. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
North Iowa News May 31, 2009
MASON CITY The Mason City Convention and Visitors Bureau/Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce has been awarded a $5,200 grant for out-of-state marketing, the Iowa Tourism Office announced Friday ... The Iowa Tourism Office is part of the Iowa Department of Economic Development ... KANAWHA Practical Farmers of Iowa will be hosting 25 field days throughout Iowa this summer, with two located in North Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
MCC Sale to be held May 29-30 May 28, 2009
More than 10,000 people are expected to attend this year's Iowa Mennonite Relief Sale May 29-30, 2009. This major Eastern Iowa festival will take place at the Johnson County 4-H Fairgrounds, Iowa City ... Now in its 30th year, the Iowa Mennonite Relief Sale is organized annually by over 38 southeast Iowa Mennonite and Brethren in Christ Churches. (Kalona News, IA)
Community Calendar May 23, 2009
Bentonsport is located in Southeast Iowa in the Villages of Van Buren ... Bentonsport is located in Southeast Iowa in the Villages of Van Buren ... Bentonsport is located in Southeast Iowa in the Villages of Van Buren. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Richard A. Knupp May 13, 2009
You are not logged in. Service: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 14, Jones Eden Funeral Home, Washington. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
New 'Trek' draws passionate fans May 8, 2009
com Privacy Policy: Welcome to the web sites of the Globe Gazette, a media company located in eastern Iowa. We believe in your right to know what information is collected during your visit to our web sites and how the information is used and safeguarded. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Sweepstakes: 'Star Trek' Movie Prizes May 5, 2009
One, James T. Kirk (Chris Pine), is a delinquent, thrill-seeking Iowa farm boy. The other, Spock (Zachary Quinto), was raised in a logic-based society that rejects all emotion. (KCRA 3, CA)
Grand New Fair work goes on May 4, 2009
Among the new additions will be the Comic and Collectibles Show scheduled for Saturday and Sunday of the Fair, put on by the Iowa Comic Book Club, which means there will be several dealers of such things as comic books, trading cards and model trains for sale. Such events are usually held at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, but this year, it will be at the Boone County Fair ... Comic Book Stores all over Iowa will be helping to promote attendance to the Fair. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
An Evening in Celebration of Wine & Tulips Apr 19, 2009
Wine enthusiasts and discriminating palates alike from all over Iowa and beyond have enjoyed this premier wine event ... More than two hundred domestic and imported wines are expected to be available for sampling during our celebration, including some unique and lesser known wines from our very own vineyards in Iowa. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Birthdays with Barbie Apr 17, 2009
Diane McCann poses for the Courier with her collection of Barbies at the McCann home in Hazleton, Iowa on April 14, 2009. McCann has been collecting the dolls since 1992, starting with the holiday dolls and her collection expanded from there. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
North Iowa this week Apr 14, 2009
North Iowa Fair Flea Market will be held 4-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the North Iowa Fairgrounds; free admission ... North Iowa Fairgrounds: North Iowa Farm Toy Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission, $4 ... com Privacy Policy: Welcome to the web sites of the Globe Gazette, a media company located in eastern Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Old postcards share notes of joy on Easter Apr 12, 2009
In Iowa City there is the Postcard, Stamp and Paper Show at the 4-H Fairgrounds, 4265 Oak Crest Hill Road SE., Iowa City (Route 218, Exit 89 toward airport, mile on left) ... com Privacy Policy: Welcome to the web sites of the Globe Gazette, a media company located in eastern Iowa. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Questers holding convention in Keokuk Apr 4, 2009
There are 157 chapters in Iowa ... The state convention will open with a reception at the Hotel Iowa on Friday night. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Obituaries for Friday, April 3, 2009 Apr 3, 2009
Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Saturday at the Burr Oak Methodist Church, Burr Oak, Iowa. Burial will be in the Prosper Cemetery with military rites. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Camp Courageous Antique Market Show Sunday, April 5th, 2009 Mar 28, 2009
As stated by Cindy, "It was time for a change. Camp Courageous of Iowa was offered this venture because more people would benefit. This is an established show with great dealers! By having a show of this magnitude, it brings people to Monticello which also benefits the community." The camp looks forward to continuing the tradition of offering a quality antique market show. Camp Courageous of Iowa is a recreational and respite care facility for individuals with disabilities of all ages. (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
Obituaries for Thursday, March 26, 2009 Mar 26, 2009
He was born in Lansing, Iowa, to Odean and Gladys (Sweeney) Sandry on Dec. 10, 1938 ... and John (Jessica) of De Soto; granddaughter, Jaycee Rae of De Soto; a brother, James (Cherine) of Davenport, Iowa; a sister, Mary (Dan) Severson of Lansing, Iowa; sisters-in-law, Jean Sandry of Davenport, Marian (Duane) Meier of Lansing, Betty (Dick) Robertson of De Soto, Shirley Gillespie of La Crosse, and Karen (Bob) Friend of Venice, Fla. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Iron Horse Antique Mall back open on Sixth Street Mar 19, 2009
The overall friendly atmosphere of the business was but one aspect of Bergman's "retirement job" that she thoroughly enjoyed after concluding a 28-year career as the manager for Iowa Workforce Development in Boone ... Mid-Iowa Newspapers 2009 ... Boone News-Republican P.O. Box 100 2136 East Mamie Eisenhower Boone, Iowa 50036. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Rare Superman comic sells for $317,200 on Internet Mar 15, 2009
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Jeanette Kay Chadwick Mar 6, 2009
You are not logged in. Service: 10 a.m. Friday, March 6, First Christian Church, Burlington. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Teen fires shots at deputy Mar 4, 2009
Over the last three decades, the murder rate in states like Iowa, Maine, and North Dakota have averaged 1. 4 per 100,000 population, which is one tenth that of states like Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, or Mississippi, whose murder rates average 16. (L Observateur, LA)
Brockshus to Speak on Container Gardening, Water Gardening and Ornamental Grasses Feb 28, 2009
You can pick up some great outdoor decorating ideas at the 2009 Siouxland Garden Show by attending the creative seminar presented by Todd Brockshus from Del's Garden Center in Spencer, Iowa. "This seminar is not so much about how to fill a pot with annuals or perennials," said Brockshus. (Sioux City Journal)
Pitt, CMU not likely to recover all funds Feb 27, 2009
At this stage, he said, the amount of money investors will have returned to them through the federal court suits is unknown "but my guess is it's not going to be all that high, given the facts I've seen. "It's been my experience over 28 years that when this happens, the cows are out of the barn and people are looking to point fingers at each other," he said. Like the criminal case against the men, the civil proceedings will likely take place in Manhattan. A federal judge there has appointed a... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
'An egregious fraud of immense proportions' Feb 26, 2009
Among those investors are the Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System, the Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System and the North Dakota Retirement and Investment Office, which handles $4 billion in investments for teachers and public employees. The North Dakota fund received about $20 million back from Westridge Capital Management, but has an undetermined amount still out in the market, said Steve Cochrane, executive director. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Obituaries for Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 Feb 22, 2009
He is survived by his children, Sam (Sandy) Moore of La Crosse, Cris (Darrel) Sveen of Galesville, Cari Cafe of Waterloo, Iowa, Bob (Audrey) Moore of La Crosse; 11 grandchildren, Patty Cafe of Ettrick, Allan Moore of Iowa, Darcy, Trevor, Tyler and Destiney Sveen of Galesville, Samantha and Cheyenne Moore of La Crosse, Bailee and Dylan Moore of La Crosse and Stormey Moore of Richland Center, Wis. He is also survived by his sister, Audrey Marx of Round Lake, Ill. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Winter flea market this weekend Feb 21, 2009
Mid-Iowa Newspapers 2009 ... Boone News-Republican P.O. Box 100 2136 East Mamie Eisenhower Boone, Iowa 50036 ... Mid-Iowa news Web sites. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Mardell E. Pettitt Feb 20, 2009
You are not logged in. Services: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, Pape Funeral Home in Clinton. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Older TV sets may not get WGTV after Tuesday Feb 18, 2009
Sioux City, Iowa; Waco, Texas; Macon, Ga. Scranton, Pa. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
BETTER LIFE: More on sexual health Feb 11, 2009
Sexual health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Cupid Countdown, Day 1: Keeping love alive. (USA Today -- Life)
Movie Sweepstakes: Are You A Winner? Feb 8, 2009
Neftali Martinez, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Brenda Zuniga, Salem, Ore. (KERO 23, CA)
