Archive for May, 2011

Board of Supervisors Make Board Appointments

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:28 am

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The Washington County Board of Supervisors met yesterday morning and made appointments to two County Boards.  

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Book Project Continues

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:26 am

Two Washington County residents are continuing the process of compiling information regarding World War II.  

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Disaster Clean-Up Answer Line Available

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:25 am

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A new help line has been formed for those that may experience a disaster.  

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Farmers Continue to See Success in Spring Corn Planting After Early Fears

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:24 am

Virtually all corn in Iowa has been planted, says the latest report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Iowa Field Office.  

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Kalona Elementary to Complete Playground, but Seeks More Funding

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:23 am

A project five years in the making is finally ready to be complete at Kalona Elementary School.

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Babysitting Basics Course

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:22 am

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Babysitting can be a good job to teach kids about responsibility and put a little money in their pockets.  

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Keota Approves Budget Amendment

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 6:21 am

The City of Keota approved their 2010-2011 budget amendment at this week’s city council meeting.

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Wayland Area Mennonite Churches Vacation Bible School

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:19 am

Title: Wayland Area Mennonite Churches Vacation Bible School
Description: The Bethel, Eicher, Sugar Creek and Wayland Mennonite Churches are hosting Vacation Bible School at the Sugar Creek Church From Tuesday, June 7th and Wednesday, June 9th from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and Thursday, June 9th from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Children from four years of age through sixth grade are invited to attend. For more information call Sugar Creek Mennonite Church at 319-256-6061.
Start Date: 2011-06-07
End Date: 2011-06-09

Relay for Life Team Ashley Fundraiser

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:18 am

Title: Relay for Life Team Ashley Fundraiser
Description: The Washington County Relay for Life Team Ashley will be at Unc and Neph’s on Friday, June 10th. The Bump Family will provide live music from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. There is a $5 dollar donation which goes to the Washington County Relay for Life. There will also be several small raffle drawings.
Date: 2011-06-10

Cruise Night on the Square

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:18 am

Title: Cruise Night on the Square
Description: The second Cruise Night of 2011 will be Saturday, June 11th on the Washington Square. The Corn Country Cruisers sponsor this fun evening of classic and new car shows on the north side of the square. For more information, contact Randy Farrington at 319-694-5603.
Date: 2011-06-11

Savor Washington

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:17 am

Title: Savor Washington
Description: Enjoy a special taste of Washington around the square with a progressive dinner on Saturday, June 11th. Savor Washington features unique menu items for $3 at each participating restaurant. For more information, contact Main Street Washington at 319-653-3272.
Date: 2011-06-11

Municipal Band Concerts Begin

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:17 am

Title: Municipal Band Concerts Begin
Description: The 78th season of Municipal Band Concerts starts Thursday, June 9th at 8:00 p.m. at the Central Park Band Shell in Washington. Come see Iowa’s oldest municipal band.
Date: 2011-06-09

Youth Fishing Clinic

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:16 am

Title: Youth Fishing Clinic
Description: The Washington County Conservation Office is holding a youth fishing clinic at Marr Park, Saturday, June 4th at 8:30 a.m., at Marr Park in Ainsworth. For more information, call Pam Holz at 319-657-2400.
Date: 2011-06-04

Don Patterson Retirement Open House

Posted: Wednesday, May 25th, 2011 at 2:15 am

Title: Don Patterson Retirement Open House
Description: There is a retirement open house for Don Patterson, CEO of Washington County Hospital and Clinics, with his wife Becky, in the South Lobby of the Hospital on Wednesday, June 1st. Everyone is welcome to join in thanking Don for his service.
Date: 2011-06-01

Area Softball Scores

Posted: Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 at 10:50 pm

IMS – 10

Lone Tree – 4

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Wanted-Old batteries

Posted: Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 at 11:19 am

Wanted
Unwanted batteries
319-461-5720

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Wanted-Misc Gardening items

Posted: Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 at 11:18 am

Wanted
Free or inexpensive dirt or potting soil for a raised garden at Lending Hands Adult Center
Free or inexpensive vegetable and flower plants and vegetable seeds for Lending Hands
ContactSsusan or Ann at 319-653-2661 or drop off at 301 Hwy 1 North

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Wanted-Old appliances

Posted: Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 at 11:15 am

Wanted
Old appliances, will haul away for free
641-660-7128

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Riding mower

Posted: Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 at 11:14 am

For Sale
Husqvarna riding mower, 18 inch – $1800 obo
319-653-1735

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John Boat with motor & trailer

Posted: Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 at 11:13 am

For Sale
1996 Generation 3 14 foot John boat, trailer, motor & lots of extras
319-461-9913

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