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Crawford County Crime Stoppers asking for the public’s help in identifying tractor involved in a hit-and-run
WAUZEKA, Minn. – Crawford County Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a John Deere tractor that they believe was involved in a hit-and-run accident in the community of Wauzeka on Thursday, June 20. According to Crime Stoppers, the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office responded to a...
Family says they weren’t told their loved one was dead until they were sent his ashes
ARLINGTON, Va. (WUSA) – A Virginia family is wondering why they weren’t told their loved one was dead until his ashes came home. The family of 33-year-old Tori Thompson says it all started around this time last year when he died of a fentanyl overdose outside of a motel.
St. Olaf’s Will Brandt Wins the 2024 Donovan Award
After OPOTY and POTY recognitions and a national title, Will Brandt, one of the division's most storied players, collects another piece of hardware. July 3, 2024 by Calvin Ciorba in Awards, News with 0 comments. St. Olaf’s Will Brandt was named the winner of the 2024 Donovan Award Wednesday night....
Crawford County Crime Stoppers asking for assistance with Hit and Run Accident in Wauzeka
On Thursday, June 20th, 2024, at approximately 1:24 p.m., the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office responded to a hit-and-run crash in the Village of Wauzeka. An investigation determined that a John Deere tractor sideswiped a semi pulling a trailer and the operator of the John Deere tractor left the crash scene. The Sheriff’s Office is attempting to identify the owner and/or operator of the John Deere tractor, review the attached picture.
Upper Iowa University earns 2024-2025 Military Friendly® School designation
Upper Iowa University (UIU) announced today that it has earned the 2024-2025 Military Friendly® School designation. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2024-2025 survey with 537 earning special awards for going above the standard.
Body of missing kayaker recovered in Lake Michigan near Glen Haven
GLEN ARBOR — The Leelanau County Sheriff’s Office said the body of a missing kayaker was found on Tuesday, three days after he disappeared. Deputies said Eric Tyler Gabryel, from Capac, MI, and a woman both left the Glen Haven area on kayaks Saturday morning. Around 3 p.m., Gabryel’s kayak took on water. The woman told deputies she tried to help but her kayak started taking on water too. A passing boater helped the woman get back to shore, but Gabryel disappeared below the surface. The woman was taken to the hospital. The Sheriff’s Office, National Park Service, Glen Lake Fire and Rescue, Michigan State Police, the Coast Guard, the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Office, Northern Michigan Mutual Aid Dive Team, and the DNR all assisted in the search.
High River Stage Causing Additional Cancellations
ST. FERIOLE ISLAND – Closed to all general public motor vehicles. Passes will be available for business owners to allow for them to check on their business and/or city parks. The Island will remain closed until further notice. SANDBAG OPERATIONS – We currently have bags that have been filled...
» Postville Athletic Boosters to host golf outing
POSTVILLE – The Postville Pirate Athletic Booster Club will host its annual golf outing Saturday, July 13 at the Tri-City Golf Club in Luana. Golfing begins at 9 a.m. The tournament is a four-person best shot open to the first 24 teams that register. Fees include a meal but do not include a cart, which can be rented at the golf course.
Eickholt Musings: Lucy Olsen impressing early, more women's basketball tidbits
IOWA CITY, Iowa-- The Hawkeye women's basketball team continues to gain confidence by the day. Despite losing a lot of talent and production from last season, there's optimism that they can be a top-25 team with what's returning and what they've added. As the days go by, the more information I've garnered from conversations with those with ties to the program. Let's dive into a bit of it.
Anna Mae Meyer
Anna Mae Meyer, 90, of Garnavillo, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024, at the Elkader Care Center. Visitation will be held from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 6, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Garnavillo. Funeral services will commence at 10:30 a.m. with burial to follow in Garnavillo City Cemetery, conducted by Pastor David Lenth.
Susan G. Komen volunteer supports cause for 20+ years
Susan G. Komen Race For the Cure volunteer and Umbrella Arts member Patty Schwarz of Guttenberg planted the limestone planters in the community's historic downtown district with annuals that will bloom pink, representing breast cancer awareness.(Photo submitted)
Earl W. Crary
Earl W. Crary, 66, of Garnavillo passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family after a 10 year battle with cancer. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Friday, July 5, at Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo where a memorial service will commence at 1 p.m. Pastor Paul Losik will officiate.
Sounds of Summer Winner!
Sydney Bolsinger of Greeley was one of the latest winners of our Sounds of Summer Promotion! She guessed our sound, “sizzle of BBQ,” correctly and won tickets to Brantley Gilbert at the Delaware County Fair! You too can play by tuning in throughout the day and guessing the daily sound on our website. Click here to submit your guess!
SW moves closer to UIC title
Baseball fans couldn’t have found a better game to watch in Calmar Thursday night as the South Winn baseball team (18-8, 15-2 UIC) hosted MFL MarMac (22-7, 14-3) in a big UIC matchup. The Warrior entered the evening with just one conference loss and MFL Mar-Mac with two, both with hopes of taking the Upper Iowa Conference top spot.
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