Jason Halverson stands in front of the Mississippi River in Davenport after completing a past RAGBRAI ride. Next week, the South Winneshiek Elementary/Middle School principal will make his way across the state of Iowa for the 10th time on a route that includes  stops in both his...

Halverson to pedal Iowa for 10th time
Jason Halverson stands in front of the Mississippi River in Davenport after completing a past RAGBRAI ride. Next week, the South Winneshiek Elementary/Middle School principal will make his way across the state of Iowa for the 10th time on a route that includes stops in both his...

Dawn Amundsen began selling farm-fresh eggs at the Elgin Area Growers’ Market three years ago because she was running out of room in her fridge for the eggs her chickens were producing. She has expanded her products to also include small craft items such as pot scrubbers, dog and cat...

Eggs, baked goods and craft — oh my!
Dawn Amundsen began selling farm-fresh eggs at the Elgin Area Growers’ Market three years ago because she was running out of room in her fridge for the eggs her chickens were producing. She has expanded her products to also include small craft items such as pot scrubbers, dog and cat...

Danielle Dotzenrod, owner of Dotzy’s Restaurant & Saloon in Elgin, is taking on another entrepreneurial venture with starting her nonprofit Kiddos Who Care. The nonprofit will teach children to be entrepreneurial by creating small business-like events, in which they learn...

Dotzenrod's foray into the world of nonprofits
Danielle Dotzenrod, owner of Dotzy’s Restaurant & Saloon in Elgin, is taking on another entrepreneurial venture with starting her nonprofit Kiddos Who Care. The nonprofit will teach children to be entrepreneurial by creating small business-like events, in which they learn...

Les LaLone, Hall of Fame square dance caller, will be calling square dancing at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, in the Dance Pavilion at the Fayette County Fair this year. The Hawkeye resident has primarily called in a five-state region in the Midwest, but he has also called for crowds of...

HOF square dance caller to call at fair
Les LaLone, Hall of Fame square dance caller, will be calling square dancing at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 26, in the Dance Pavilion at the Fayette County Fair this year. The Hawkeye resident has primarily called in a five-state region in the Midwest, but he has also called for crowds of...

The Fayette County Fair has a jammed packed fair schedule complete with an event in the Grandstand every night. The Johnny Rogers Show: The History of Rock-’n’-Roll — Buddy and Beyond will kick things off in the Grandstand at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 25.  ...

Johnny Roger to rock opening night
The Fayette County Fair has a jammed packed fair schedule complete with an event in the Grandstand every night. The Johnny Rogers Show: The History of Rock-’n’-Roll — Buddy and Beyond will kick things off in the Grandstand at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 25. ...

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Ossian 'worth the stop' for RAGBRAI

Wednesday, 19/07/17

Ossian 'worth the stop' for RAGBRAI Zakary Kriener News Writer zkriener@fayettepublishing.com In just over a week, over 10,000 bicycles are expected to make their way through Ossian as RAGBRAI riders from all over the country embark on their... + continue reading

Fayette council listens to input on proposed ordinance

Wednesday, 19/07/17

Fayette Mayor Andrew Wenthe (left) swears in Officer Anthony Landis, who began his duties on Monday, July 17. Landis and a second new officer, Brian Waid (not pictured), will work with both the City of Fayette and Upper Iowa University. (submitted photo) Fayette council listens... + continue reading

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Accident claims life of longtime WU businessman

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Willys Fritz, 83, of West Union died from injuries sustained in a car accident involving a West Union police officer. Fritz failed to yield as he pulled out of the Quillin’s parking lot into the Hwy. 150 northbound lane and was struck on his passenger side by Officer Bryson Hennigar,... + continue reading

'Another tool in the toolbox'

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Decorah Fire Department’s DJI Inspire I drone has been a game-changer for the local agency’s search-and-rescue capabilities. The small aerial unit, operated by DFD’s Zach Kerndt (left) while fellow volunteers Steve Vanden Brink and Marcus Hageman look on, has an optic and... + continue reading

Local boy makes it really big

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Elgin native Jason Butikofer has been named deputy athletic director at Purdue University. (Submitted photo) Local boy makes it really big By Jerry Wadian jwadian@thefayettecountyunion.com When Elgin native Jason Butikofer was the manager for the... + continue reading

More than just a motto to Scout leader Ungerer

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Having led the Fayette Girl Scout troops for nearly 25 years, retiring troop leader Shirley Ungerer has collected many photos, cards and Girl Scout memorabilia over the years. More than just a motto to Scout leader Ungerer Megan Molseed Contributing Writer... + continue reading

Playin' on the Plaza to open with Kindred Minds

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The West Union-based group Kindred Minds will kick off this summer’s Playin’ on the Plaza concert series with their mix of folk, traditional, and gospel music. Members of Kindred Minds are (l-r) Jan Roseland, Art Roseland, Karen Keele Kober, and Greg James. Playin... + continue reading

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Season ends at hands of #1 New Hampton

Wednesday, 19/07/17 - 0 comment(s)

Warrior junior Hunter Todd fires to first base after fielding an infield grounder during recent Warrior baseball action. Todd had a double and two RBI in South Winn’s 8-2 win over... + continue reading