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Community Invited to Enter Floats in Keota Fund Days Parade

Posted: Monday, May 10th, 2010 at 7:20 am

Keota Fun Days is on the horizon.

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WACO Jr. Tapped for Boys State

Posted: Monday, May 10th, 2010 at 7:17 am

A WACO junior has been selected to go to Hawkeye Boys State from Schantz-Mitchell Post #593 in Crawfordsville.

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Dist. 45 State Senate Candidates to Field Questions for KCII

Posted: Sunday, May 9th, 2010 at 6:00 am

The three Republicans vying for their party’s nomination to run for the District 45 State Senate Seat are taking part in a candidate’s forum this week being hosted by KCII.

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Keota Edu Foundation Annual Golf Fundraiser

Posted: Sunday, May 9th, 2010 at 5:58 am

The 11th Annual Keota Educational Foundation Golf Fundraiser is Sunday, June 6th at Lagos Acres.

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Keota Fun Days

Posted: Sunday, May 9th, 2010 at 5:56 am

Keota Fun Days is on the horizon. Community members are invited this year to partake in the parade.

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Supervisors to Discuss Ambulance Service

Posted: Sunday, May 9th, 2010 at 5:54 am

Washington County Supervisors are expected to approve a format to request proposals for ambulance service at this week’s meeting.

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Local Vet Commissioner Pleased with Recent Legislation

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:39 am

A Washington County Veteran’s Commissioner is proud of legislation passed this year that provides more benefits and services to military families.

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Washington Yard Waste Rates Double

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:37 am

Washington residents are now paying more for yard waste bags.

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Loebsack Supports “Cash for Caulkers”

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:36 am

Eastern Iowa’s congressman is supporting a measure frequently referred to as the cash for caulkers program.

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M-P Homeschoolers to Host 2nd Congressional Candidates

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:35 am

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A Mid-Prairie home school civics class is hosting a panel discussion with at least two of the Republican candidates for the 2nd Congressional District next week.

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Rural Wellman Bridge Slated for Replacement

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:31 am


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A bridge in rural Wellman is slated for replacement this summer,

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Stamp Out Hunger Today in Washington

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:25 am

Washington letter carriers are participating in the “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive today.

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Sticker Shock in Keokuk County

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:24 am

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The KC STAAR Action Team is bringing a message to the community —“If You Buy Alcohol for Teens, Then You Pay the Price.”

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School Board Recognition Week

Posted: Saturday, May 8th, 2010 at 7:11 am

Next week in Iowa kicks off School Board Recognition Week.

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Safety Meeting to Focus on Taverns

Posted: Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 7:57 am

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press play to hear from Washington Police Chief Greg Goodman

A Washington public safety committee meeting next week will focus on the responsibilities that city liquor license holders have to fulfill.

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Senators Tout Veteran’s Legislation

Posted: Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 7:55 am

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Two state senators are touting new benefits Iowa veterans and active service members are eligible for under legislation passed this session.

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ISU Professor: Oil Spill Highlights Biofuel Benefits

Posted: Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 7:52 am

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A professor at Iowa State University says oil spill off the gulf coast illustrates the potential that exists in biofuels.

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Stark Remains Opposed to Speed Limit Hike

Posted: Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 7:40 am

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press play to hear from Washington City Councilor Fred Stark

A Washington City Councilor remains defiant to a proposal from the Iowa DOT to raise the speed limit on highway 92 on the east side of town.

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Washington Chamber Looks to Compile Thursday Night Live History

Posted: Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 7:34 am

The Washington Chamber of Commerce’s Thursday Night Live Activities get started this month, and they’re trying to figure out the history of the event.

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Wood Crafting Event Planned in Wayland

Posted: Friday, May 7th, 2010 at 7:33 am

A wood crafting fair is being planned this summer in Wayland.

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