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Michael Zweibohmer

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 15:47

Michael Zweibohmer

 

 

Michael R. Zweibohmer, 72, of Decorah, Iowa died Friday, March 19, 2021 at VA Medical Center, Iowa City, Iowa, with his family by his side.  Michael Raymond, the son of Arthur and Patricia (Lewis) Zweibohmer, was born March 15, 1949 in Decorah, Iowa.  Mike was baptized and confirmed at St. Francis DeSales Catholic Church in Ossian and attended St. Francis DeSales school.  Mike Graduated from DeSales High School in 1967.

 

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WCCF awards over $110,000 throughout county

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 15:31

 

WCCF awards over $110,000 throughout county

 

 

The Winneshiek County Community Foundation (WCCF) has granted $111,201.83 to 26 projects of organizations serving Winneshiek County through its 2021 grant cycle.

“The Winneshiek County Community Foundation Governing Committee extends our gratitude to the nonprofit organizations for sharing their work and projects through the 2021 round of grant applications,” said Marcia McKelvey, chair of the WCCF governing committee.

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Winneshiek County Cattlemen Royalty

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 15:29

The Winneshiek County Cattlemen’s Association announced its 2021 royalty on Tuesday evening, March 23. Pictured are (l-r) Mylee Hageman (Little Miss Cowgirl), Natalie Holthaus (Little Miss Cowgirl), Brooks Courtney (Little Mr. Cowhand), Allysen Smith (Little Miss Cowgirl), and Shayla Smith (Beef Queen). (Zakary Kriener photo)

 

Winneshiek County Cattlemen Royalty

 

 

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Aaron Hackman

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 12:36

Aaron Hackman

 

Aaron Hackman, age 56, of Nixa, Missouri, formerly of Festina, IA passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at his home of natural causes. 

     Aaron Gerard Hackman was born on November 13, 1964 in West Union, Iowa to Norbert and Elnore (Schaufenbuel) Hackman.  He attended grade school in Festina and St Aloysius Catholic School in Calmar.  He went to Turkey Valley High School and graduated in 1983.  Following high school, he enlisted in the Army on September 1, 1983 and served 2 years in Germany and 2 years in Arizona.  

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All I wanted was a teabag

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 12:25

All I wanted was a teabag

 

by Jerry Wadian

 

All I wanted was a teabag.   Mornings I need my coffee; like I really need to wake up. Evenings I prefer tea. And, as a brand,  I really like Twinnings. However, it can be hard to get locally, especially the types I like.

 So, it was log on to Amazon and its to-my-door delivery.Two-day delivery? No problem with my Prime Account.

No sense in ordering just one box of 20 teabags, so I ordered a Darjeeling, Prince of Wales (two boxes since it’s my favorite) a Black Current, and an Assam. No Oolong because we have enough. It seems in my first test order failed to see the small print on number of boxes – but trust me we have more than enough.

   I  placed my order; then, it got even more interesting.

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Area Easter events this weekend

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 12:13

Area Easter events this weekend

 

By Megan Molseed
mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

Area 4-H members and the West Union Chamber Committee will be hosting the annual West Union Easter Basket Hunt on Saturday, April 3.  

The event will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m., or until numbers are gone.  

This year, the organizers have designed things to keep those who wish to do the basket hunt on foot separated from those who prefer to participate in the hunt while remaining in their vehicles.  

All drivers are asked to enter the courthouse parking lot where volunteers will be handing out basket numbers for the hunt. 

Walkers are asked to pick up their numbers at the West Union Historic Center. 

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A unique first year

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 12:10

When Carina Crookston, M.D. joined the Gundersen Palmer Lutheran team in January, 2020, she had no idea how much the world was about to change as the COVID19 global pandemic was just around the corner.  Working tirelessly with Gundersen staff such as Laurie Miller (right) the local doctor was able to work through the unusual times.  (Megan Molseed photo) 

 

A unique first year

 

 

By Megan Molseed
mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

“Our Gundersen goal is to enrich lives; and I've seen this in action over the past year both with staff and with our patients,” said Carina Crookston, M.D.  

“My nurses and rooming staff are the best, our lab techs decorate and adorn their masks with lights to help create smiles, our hospital lunch ladies make awesome salads,” Crookston continued with a smile.  “I'm thrilled to be delivering babies with such caring and competent OB (obstetrics) staff!” 

When Dr. Crookston started her position at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran in West Union just over a year ago, she had no idea that her life, the life of her loved ones, and the entire world would change so drastically – altering everything so completely, just a few short months after her arrival.  

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It's all the 'RAGE' at Bristol!

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 12:04

West Union’s Justin O’Brien gets his car ready for action at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, Tenn. Over the course of the past few months, the track has been transformed from a ½-mile asphalt speedway into a dirt track. (photo by Landon Briggs)

 

It's all the 'RAGE' at Bristol!

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

“It was an opportunity that we might not ever get again,” said West Union racer Justin O’Brien, who competed at the Bristol Dirt Nationals earlier this month. “We had been thinking about going out since they announced the race and then finally decided a few months ago to actually do it. It was an opportunity that I couldn’t pass up.”

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16+ become eligible for Covid-19 vaccine April 5

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2021-03-31 11:58

16+ become eligible for Covid-19 vaccine, April 5

 

By Jack Swanson
jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com

 

 

Fayette County Public Health representative Jamie Hoey doesn’t foresee a huge rush for the Covid-19 vaccine once everyone over 16 years old, become eligible to get it.

“From a local public health stance, we may receive more calls, but do not intend on having another community clinic for this population as we feel our Fayette County partners have an excellent process for the community, including 16+. There are many individuals who want it but there are also a great deal who do not. At this time, we have not had much of an increase in calls due to Gov. Reynold’s 16+ guidance starting next month,” she reported.

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