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Wed
17
Jun

Warrior softball off to perfect start

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 10:43

Senior Liz Tieskoetter makes the tag on a Clayton Ridge runner during Monday night’s softball season-opener. The Warriors picked up a pair of wins to start their 2020 campaign.

 

Warrior softball off to perfect start

 

Zak Kriener
Contributing Writer

 

Summer sports are officially underway as the Warrior softball team began its 2020 season on Monday night in Calmar.

It was a strong start for South Winneshiek, which grabbed a pair of wins in the season opening double header against Clayton Ridge.

Wed
17
Jun

Winneshiek County 4-H and FFA livestock shows will be held during fair week

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 10:37

 

Winneshiek County 4-H and FFA livestock shows will be held during fair week

 

4-H and FFA livestock shows will be held during the week that was originally scheduled for the Winneshiek County Fair, July 13 -17.

Livestock shows will be one-day, show and go events. Exhibitors will check-in/weigh-in at scheduled times, wait for class breaks/show program and then participate in the show. All animals will leave the fairgrounds the same day as the show. No exhibitors or animals will be on the fairgrounds overnight.

Show times are approximate. Participants are being asked to be patient with volunteers and staff. Shows may begin ahead of scheduled time.

These shows will not be open to the public. Follow Winneshiek County 4-H on Facebook and check the website for live stream details closer to the fair.

Wed
17
Jun

Brick City in Clermont closing its doors

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 10:28

 

Brick City in Clermont closings its doors

 

It has been announced that the Brick City Bar and Grill in Clermont will be closing on July 1.

“With mixed emotions, we have been looking at phasing into our retirement phase. Hoping to pass Brick City on to new owners, this Covid 19 has prevented that from happening.

Wed
17
Jun

Payten Lehmann crowned Miss Clermont

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 10:22

It was a special night in Clermont to see a sister crowning her sister. The reigning Miss Clermont, Ryin Lehmann (right) passed on her crown to Clermont’s 2020 Miss Clermont Payten Lehmann during Clermont Community Club’s June meeting at the Clermont City Park. Payten is the daughter of Bruce and Sarah Lehmann and will represent Clermont during various community events throughout the year. Due to Covid-19 and the cancellation of both the County and State Fair Queen Contest., Payten will be eligible to run for the Miss Fayette County Fair Queen in 2021. Her older sister Ryin will continue her reign as Miss Fayette County Fair Queen during the upcoming fair in July. (LeAnn Larson photo)

 

Payten Lehmann crowned Miss Clermont

 

The Clermont Community Club has named Payten Lehmann the new Miss Clermont for 2020.

Payten, 18, is the daughter of Bruce and Sarah Lehmann of West Union. Her sister, Ryin, was last year’s Miss Clermont and the 2019 Miss Fayette County.

Wed
17
Jun

Plans are in the works for removal of Clermont dam

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 10:15

This is a view of the dam in Clermont from the south shore looking north. The power of the Turkey River was once used to generate electricity at the now deteriorating power plant seen across the river. (Jack Swanson photos)

 

Plans are in the works for removal of Clermont dam

 

 

By Jack Swanson
jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com

 

A mother and her adult daughter, Sharon Kahn, 64, and Vicki Hodges, 44, both of West Union, drowned after the tubes they were riding on went over the dam on the Turkey River in Clermont, Tuesday, June 9.

Their deaths once again bring to the forefront a question that has been asked many times in the past, “should the dam be removed?”

Wed
17
Jun

Summer activities a go for Fayette

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 09:56

Summer activities a go for Fayette

By Jack Swanson
jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com

 

It appears things are beginning to open up in the City of Fayette.

At the City Council meeting Monday, June 15, the council was made aware that some summer celebrations and recreation programs will be taking place.

It was also reported that the Fayette Community Library plans to open its doors on July 1 with restrictions. 

Wed
17
Jun

4-H and FFA members haven't quit working on projects

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 09:53

 

 

4-H and FFA members haven't quit working on projects despite State Fair being postponed

 

By Jack Swanson
jswanson@fayettecountynewspapers.com

 

Even though there won’t be a State Fair this year, it doesn’t mean that 4-Hers and FFA members have quit working on their yearly projects.

“At  this time the 4-H and FFA members are encouraged to continue working on exhibits for the County Fair.  I have no idea what will take place with the State Fair (competitions) but know that the 4-H is working with the State Fair Board and we’ve been told that details will be shared next Wednesday (today, June 24) during a zoom session with the State 4-H Program Director, Dr. Debbie Nistler,” said Michele Kelly the Fayette County Youth Coordinator for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Wed
17
Jun

TigerHawk softball off to 2-0 start

Submitted by Clauer on Wed, 2020-06-17 09:34

TigerHawk catcher Kenlin Schmitt gets a hit during game two of NFV’s doubleheader on Monday night in West Union. The TigerHawks beat Postville 12-0 in game one and 15-3 in game two.

 

TigerHawk softball off to 2-0 start

 

Zak Kriener
Contributing Writer

 

The North Fayette Valley softball team was finally able to get the summer 2020 season underway as the team opened the season with a pair of wins over Upper Iowa Conference foe Postville on Monday evening.

“It was a great way to get the season going and I have to give credit to the kids for buying in,” said first year head coach Brent Kuker following the 12-0 and 15-3 wins over the Pirates. “I also have to give a lot of credit to our assistant coaches, Rachael Strong and Bailey Monroe. Their love for the game, energy, and knowledge have helped this program immensely.”

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