This winter, South Winneshiek alum Joel Hanson (back row, far right) joined the team of managers for the Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team. The sophomore student, who is also a lifelong fan of the ‘Clones, joins the team and coaches at every single practice and home game...

Making the most of it as Cyclone manager
This winter, South Winneshiek alum Joel Hanson (back row, far right) joined the team of managers for the Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team. The sophomore student, who is also a lifelong fan of the ‘Clones, joins the team and coaches at every single practice and home game...

Baby boy Thielen Brosdahl was the first baby born in the new year at Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah. Thielen is the son of Teela Blue and Travis Brosdahl of Mabel, Minn. (submitted photo)  WMC welcomes first baby of 2019!   Welcome, Thielen Brosdahl!...

WMC welcomes first baby of 2019!
Baby boy Thielen Brosdahl was the first baby born in the new year at Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah. Thielen is the son of Teela Blue and Travis Brosdahl of Mabel, Minn. (submitted photo) WMC welcomes first baby of 2019! Welcome, Thielen Brosdahl!...

Mallory Hanson, a regional Iowa Byways coordinator and regional tourism and economic development coordinator for Northeast Iowa Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D), stands near one of the many Iowa Byways signs throughout northeast Iowa. Her region oversees four of Iowa’s...

Iowa Byways offers more than a great view
Mallory Hanson, a regional Iowa Byways coordinator and regional tourism and economic development coordinator for Northeast Iowa Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D), stands near one of the many Iowa Byways signs throughout northeast Iowa. Her region oversees four of Iowa’s...

On Tuesday, Dec. 11, John McMillan suffered a spinal cord injury when a cow boosted him over a gate causing him to land face first on concrete. He had surgery the following day in Iowa City. A little under a month later, McMillan is walking around and recovering from the injury at his rural...

McMillan receives 'Christmas miracle' after spinal cord injury
On Tuesday, Dec. 11, John McMillan suffered a spinal cord injury when a cow boosted him over a gate causing him to land face first on concrete. He had surgery the following day in Iowa City. A little under a month later, McMillan is walking around and recovering from the injury at his rural... David Bolger Remembering David Bolger and his legacy to UIU By Meagan Molseed mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com He’s been described as “down to earth” and an “easy man to talk to.” These characteristics...

David Bolger  Remembering David Bolger and his legacy to UIU  By Meagan Molseed mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com  He’s been described as “down to earth” and an “easy man to talk to.”  These characteristics...

Remembering David Bolger and his legacy to UIU
David Bolger Remembering David Bolger and his legacy to UIU By Meagan Molseed mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com He’s been described as “down to earth” and an “easy man to talk to.” These characteristics...

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Elgin to move forward with levee project

Wednesday, 09/01/19

Elgin to move ahead with levee project By Chris Deback cdeback@thefayettecountyunion.com The Elgin City Council will move forward with plans to raise the levee. At its meeting on Monday, Jan. 7, the Elgin City Council held a public hearing on... + continue reading

'Walk the Red Carpet'

Wednesday, 02/01/19

'Walk the Red Carpet' with Community Awards Banquet honorees By Chris Deback cdeback@thefayettecountyunion.com West Union residents will be able to “Walk the Red Carpet” at the 2019 West Union Community Awards Banquet hosted... + continue reading

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Supervisors make a number of reappointments

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On Wednesday, Jan. 2, at the beginning of the Fayette County Supervisors meeting, several county officials were sworn into office. Taking the oath of office were (l-r) Fayette County Recorder Karen Ford, Fayette County Treasurer Kyle Jacobsen, and Fayette County Supervisors Jeanine Tellin... + continue reading

Wonka's chocolate factory visits West Union, Jan. 11 and 13

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Don’t miss WUACT’s production of “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 13, in the North Fayette Valley High School Performing Arts Center. Area residents such as Isaiah Stansbery (Willy Wonka, center) will bring... + continue reading

Citizen of the Year: Amie Johansen

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Amie Johansen Citizen of the Year: Amie Johansen By Chris Deback cdeback@thefayettecountyunion.com One word that isn’t in Amie Johansen’s vocabulary is “No.” There may not be anyone who is more giving of... + continue reading

Snow days: More than what meets the eye

Wednesday, 02/01/19 - 0 comment(s)

During the winter months, South Winneshiek superintendent Kris Einck takes on an expanded role as he has the ultimate say in whether or not school will be delayed, let out early, or cancelled due to inclement weather across the district. (Zakary Kriener photo) Snow days: More... + continue reading

NICC Trustees select Strake Johnson Architects

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Renovation of Max Clark Hall on the Northeast Iowa Community College Calmar Campus is one of four projects that will be part of the first stage of the college’s construction and renovation project. Along with Max Clark Hall, renovation of the Peosta campus Main Building, Dubuque... + continue reading

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Warriors compete at Tripoli Invite

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South Winn 195-pounder Damon Meyer works his opponent during recent Warrior wrestling action. Meyer was one of three South Winn wrestlers to place second at Saturday’s Tripoli... + continue reading