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Wildcat Football Camp Less Than A Week Away
Although schools in the state are closed this week due to family week, West Central Valley Wildcat football players are getting much deserved rest while preparing themselves for the Wildcat football camp on Monday. With camp starting on Monday, just a week before regular practices begin for the Wildcat football team, athletes are taking advantage of this week long break to let their bodies recover while mentally preparing themselves for a new season of West Central Valley football.
Let's settle the debate, Iowans: At what temperature do you set your AC thermostat?
It's a simple question, but an age-old debate: At what temperature should the air conditioning be set? The hot Iowa summer has been upon us, and 97% of the state's households use air conditioning equipment to stay cool, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. With the heat index in Iowa and Des Moines...
Olympic Storytime Happening Tuesday at Adel Library
A fun summer program coinciding with a worldly event is taking place at the Adel Public Library next week. The library announces that they will be participating in an Olympic-style Storytime on Tuesday. According to Patron Services Manager Amy Puck, she reveals that a special guest is spearheading the program.
Perry Parks & Rec Preparing for Debut Two-Week Summer Festival
Perry Parks and Recreation is ramping up for an inaugural event, starting next week. The organization states that the first two-week summer festival is set to happen from August 5th-16th. According to Perry Parks & Rec, several activities will be taking place including trips to the park, activities in the gym, and swimming in the pool. The time of the festival will be from 7am to 5pm with breakfast, lunch and a snack being served, but parents are welcome to pack pre-made meals for children.
Dallas Center Family Apart of Seven to Receive 2024 Way We Live Award
Photo belongs to the Brewer Family in Dallas Center, IA. A family from the Dallas Center area joins six others as recipients of a special award. The Iowa State Fair has selected Brewer Farms out of Dallas Center as a representative for the 2024 Way We Live Award. According to the State Fair Association, this is the 16th year the award has been given out, recognizing 89 Iowa families. Brewer Farms has been in operation since 1875, serving Dallas Center with 125 cow/calf pairs. The fair association claims that family members are involved with the Dallas County Fair on some level each year.
West Central Valley Kindergarten Roundup Next Week
The West Central Valley School District will be holding an event for some of their students at the Stuart Elementary building. The Kindergarten Round-Up will be from 9-10am next Tuesday, and is for incoming kindergarten students and their families for the 2024-25 school year. The students will be able to meet the teachers and take a look around the school, and parents will receive the necessary information they need for the coming year. Elementary Principal Amanda Sickles is excited to meet the families and students.
Northeast Iowans Score $20,000 in Lottery Winnings
A pair of northeast Iowans have recently scored a combined $20,000 in Iowa Lottery winnings. The Lottery says 65-year-old Joe Brennan of Osage won $10,000 with his “Beat the Heat” scratch ticket purchased at Casey’s on Main Street in Osage. Winning came at just the right time...