LaVerne and Julie Anderson of Ossian are saying ‘thank you’ the best way they know how on Saturday, Sept. 21, when they host Andyland Fun Day at their home (1732 160th Street). The event is LaVerne’s way of thanking the community and the families of those who have supported him as...

Saying thank you the best way he knows how
LaVerne and Julie Anderson of Ossian are saying ‘thank you’ the best way they know how on Saturday, Sept. 21, when they host Andyland Fun Day at their home (1732 160th Street). The event is LaVerne’s way of thanking the community and the families of those who have supported him as...

Erected in 1903, the historic Henderson statue depicts David B. Henderson who once served Iowa's 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House, and later served as the house speaker.  (submitted photo)   Nationally Registered Historic Places of Clermont: Senator...

Nationally Registered Historic Places of Clermont: Senator Henderson statue
Erected in 1903, the historic Henderson statue depicts David B. Henderson who once served Iowa's 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House, and later served as the house speaker. (submitted photo) Nationally Registered Historic Places of Clermont: Senator...

Jason and Amber Knox are excited about the recent opening of Knox Financial Services, LLC at 309 Hwy. 150 N., West Union. They look forward to serving their West Union area clients at their new location, but will continue to divide their time between their two offices in Decorah ad West Union. (...

Knox Financial Services opening in West Union
Jason and Amber Knox are excited about the recent opening of Knox Financial Services, LLC at 309 Hwy. 150 N., West Union. They look forward to serving their West Union area clients at their new location, but will continue to divide their time between their two offices in Decorah ad West Union. (...

Duane Willhite, NFV Superintendent  NFV Supt. announces he will retire after this year By Meagan Molseed mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com North Fayette Valley Superintendent Duane Willhite announced at the School Board meeting Monday night, Sept. 9, that this would...

NFV Supt. announces he will retire after this year
Duane Willhite, NFV Superintendent NFV Supt. announces he will retire after this year By Meagan Molseed mmolseed@thefayettecountyunion.com North Fayette Valley Superintendent Duane Willhite announced at the School Board meeting Monday night, Sept. 9, that this would...

Landon Hageman’s most recent procedure (Aug. 22) was just one of many that the 2-year-old has undergone so far in his young life. Hageman has experienced health issues since he was born, but was only recently diagnosed with congenital central lymphatic absence of the pelvis/abdomen. The case...

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Landon Hageman’s most recent procedure (Aug. 22) was just one of many that the 2-year-old has undergone so far in his young life. Hageman has experienced health issues since he was born, but was only recently diagnosed with congenital central lymphatic absence of the pelvis/abdomen. The case...

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Search warrant reveals meth lab in Ossian

Wednesday, 11/09/19

Search warrant reveals meth lab in Ossian Search warrant reveals meth lab in Ossian At 11:13 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office executed a meth lab search warrant at 119 W. Main Street in Ossian. During the search of the residence, evidence indicated... + continue reading

Irrigation water rates won't go up in Fayette

Wednesday, 11/09/19

Irrigation water rates won't go up in Fayette By Jack Swanson jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com A potential ordinance to double the City of Fayette’s irrigation water costs was left on the table at the last city council meeting, Tuesday, Sept. 3, following... + continue reading

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Clermont holds eight historic landmarks

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Nestled within the valley along the Turkey River and surrounded by stunning northeast Iowa hills, Clermont earned its unique nickname from the bricks that were made from the area’s native clay in the local brickyard many years ago. Many of Clermont’s homes and businesses are made from... + continue reading

Ice age fossil discovered along the Turkey

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Known for their ridges, this mammoth tooth measures at almost exactly 14 inches long. The biggest wooly mammoth tooth discovered to date measures at 15 inches. (Megan Molseed photo) Ice age fossil discovered along the Turkey By Meagan Molseed... + continue reading

More for everyone: Watermelon Days 2019

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The 2019 Fayette Watermelon Days Committee members are (front, l-r) Rick Hofmeyer, Bill Thom, (back) Melissa Fagle, Sarah Sieck and chairperson Linda Tenney. Not pictured are Kris McGrane, Lean Sayer and Lloyd Carnicle. (Jack Swanson photo) More for everyone: Watermelon Days 2019... + continue reading

Euphoria wins Open 4 Business contest

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Nick and Jacey Yost with the trophy they received for winning the Main Street Iowa Open 4 Business Contest. They are the owners of Euphoria Coffee in West Union. Euphoria wins Open 4 Business contest By Jack Swanson jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com Nick and Jacey... + continue reading

Adams excited to be back at South Winn

Wednesday, 28/08/19 - 0 comment(s)

Ethan Adams Adams excited to be back at South Winn Zakary Kriener News Writer zkriener@fayettepublishing.com The 2019-2020 South Winneshiek school year officially got underway last Friday as students and teachers returned to the classrooms. While one of those... + continue reading

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Warrior volleyball struggles

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Warrior volleyball struggles The South Winneshiek volleyball team continued its early season struggles last week as it dropped all three of its matches. The Warriors opened the... + continue reading

SW Cross Country competes at Charles City

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Warriors tame Cougars with aerial attack

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TigerHawk runners cutting time

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TigerHawk volleyball wins 1st

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Total team effort in 39-14 win

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Kudos and Lessons

Wednesday, 27/02/19 - 0 comment(s)

Kudos and Lessons By Jerry Wadian jwadian@thefayettecountyunion.com Being a reporter, I try to stick to telling what happened, and let the coaches explain the... + continue reading