During last year’s Catholic School’s Week celebration, DeSales School student Anna Dietzenbach participates in one of the many fun activities held for students of all ages at the school. (Zakary Kriener photo)  Catholic Schools Week to kick off  Zakary...

Catholic Schools Week to kick off
During last year’s Catholic School’s Week celebration, DeSales School student Anna Dietzenbach participates in one of the many fun activities held for students of all ages at the school. (Zakary Kriener photo) Catholic Schools Week to kick off Zakary...

Karma Knospe, a native of West Union, is excited about her opportunity to work in the Ossian community as the new manager at Casey’s General Store. (Jerry Blue photo)  Meet your new Ossian Casey's manager  Zakary KrienerNews Writer zkriener@...

Meet your new Ossian Casey's manager
Karma Knospe, a native of West Union, is excited about her opportunity to work in the Ossian community as the new manager at Casey’s General Store. (Jerry Blue photo) Meet your new Ossian Casey's manager Zakary KrienerNews Writer zkriener@...

The Great Race America Training Centre between Elgin and the Valley Middle School is a cavernous (84’x240’) fabric-covered building that can host a wide variety of athletic and social events. The weight machine is on the right and the basketball court and one of the two...

The Centre can beat winter
The Great Race America Training Centre between Elgin and the Valley Middle School is a cavernous (84’x240’) fabric-covered building that can host a wide variety of athletic and social events. The weight machine is on the right and the basketball court and one of the two...

fter graduating from Iowa State University in December 2018, Hawkeye native Kayleigh Koch (far left) went on a service trip to Zanzibar with the organization GIVE Volunteers. She left on Dec. 16 and returned 14 days laster on Dec. 30. She said the experience was eye opening and helped...

Koch's service trip changes her perspective on culture
fter graduating from Iowa State University in December 2018, Hawkeye native Kayleigh Koch (far left) went on a service trip to Zanzibar with the organization GIVE Volunteers. She left on Dec. 16 and returned 14 days laster on Dec. 30. She said the experience was eye opening and helped...

The Hawkeye Community Fire Department recently announced the appointment of George Streeter as Chief. Streeter has been a member of the local volunteer department for 26 years. (Zakary Kriener photo)  Meet the new Hawkeye Fire Chief  Zakary KrienerNews Writer...

Meet the new Hawkeye Fire Chief
The Hawkeye Community Fire Department recently announced the appointment of George Streeter as Chief. Streeter has been a member of the local volunteer department for 26 years. (Zakary Kriener photo) Meet the new Hawkeye Fire Chief Zakary KrienerNews Writer...

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Special committee appointed for House District 55 contested election

Wednesday, 16/01/19

Special committee appointed for House District 55 contested election By Chris Deback cdeback@thefayettecountyunion.com It could be a while before the saga in the Iowa House District 55 race between incumbent Republican Michael Bergan and Democratic challenger... + continue reading

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

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After twenty years, Elgin's Maze is lost to the pages of history

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After two decades of devoting their time and engergy at the Maize Maze, LaVerne and Grace Swenson will not be in the field this spring next to Gilbertson Conservation Area east of Elgin. Last week the Fayette County Conservation Board along with the County Heritage Community stated that the... + continue reading

Get ready to skate!

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West Union Parks and Rec director Kathy Guyer is ready to hit the ice this weekend for the grand opening of West Union’s ice rink from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 in the Rotary Park parking lot. The grand opening will feature Euphoria Coffee and hot chocolate, as well as skates to... + continue reading

Ellie Jo Landsgard first baby of 2019 at GLPHC

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Ellie Jo Landsgard was the first baby born at Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics in 2019. Ellie Jo and her parents, (l-r) Zach Landsgard and Jackie Rema, received a number of gifts from local businesses for the distinguished honor. Chris DeBack photo Ellie... + continue reading

Sadler named WU Main Street Iowa Volunteer of the Year

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Jessica Sadler Sadler named WU Main Street Iowa Volunteer of the Year By Chris Deback cdeback@thefayettecountyunion.com Many people have helped make the West Union Trunk-‘n’-Treat event a success. One such person who has helped the event... + continue reading

Making the most of it as Cyclone manager

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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... + continue reading

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SW Warriors go 2-2 in dual action

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South Winn 220-pounder Zach Poshusta works his opponent during one of last week’s dual meets. The Warriors went 2-2 in the duals. (Zakary Kriener photo) SW Warriors go 2-2... + continue reading