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Shania Twain tribute at Williams Center March 23

Shania Twain tribute at Williams Center March 23

      Fans of Shania Twain will be treated to Donna Huber, performing as “Shania Twin” at the Williams Center for the Arts in Oelwein Saturday, March 23. As part of the 7 p.m. concert, Huber, will perform music that highlights the hits of Shania Twain, such as “From This Moment On.”

Tue
12
Mar

WU-IRSPA meeting today

WU-IRSPA meeting Wednesday

      The West Union Area Iowa Retired School Personnel Association (WU-IRSPA) will hold its first 2024 spring meeting at 1:30 p.m. today (Wednesday) at the Fayette County Historical building in West Union.

      This meeting is when members will first evaluate the Dr. Louise P. Herring Scholarship applications of seniors from the public schools across Fayette County. Final selection of scholarship recipients will take place at the April 10 meeting.

Tue
12
Mar

Water well program Saturday

Water well program Saturday

      To help landowners with private well water sources better understand how to protect their water supply, a free special educational program will be offered from 10-10:45a.m. Saturday, March 16, at the Sumner Public Library.

Tue
12
Mar

UIU graduate

UIU graduate

      Upper Iowa University has announced Kelsey Litterer of Hawkeye graduated with a Master of Science counseling degree in December 2023.

 

 

 

Tue
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Mar

Making syrup with TAKO

Making syrup with TAKO

      Fayette Take A Kid Outdoors (TAKO) is partnering with Turkey Valley Maples to explain the process of making maple syrup on Saturday, March 16. In addition to providing a group tour, Turkey Valley Maples will host a pancake and sausage brunch from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. There is a cost for the brunch.

Tue
12
Mar

Stay Independent program in WU

Stay Independent program in WU

      Stay Independent is a nutrition and wellbeing program offered through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach for adults who are 60 and older. The upcoming series will be offered from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on various Tuesdays, March 19-May 21, at the West Union Community Library.

Tue
12
Mar

Annual Pheasants Forever Banquet Saturday

Annual Pheasants Forever Banquet Saturday

      The 39th annual Fayette County Pheasants Forever Banquet will be held Saturday at the West Union Event Center in West Union. Doors open at 5 p.m. The event will feature a prime rib dinner, games, raffles and auctions of wildlife art, guns, and other unique items.

Tue
12
Mar

Miss Elgin candidate info

Miss Elgin candidate info

      Potential Miss Elgin candidates are asked to submit their biographies and photos by Friday, March 29. Applicants are required to have an Elgin address, be 16 years of age by Aug. 1, 2024, and unmarried with no children. Submissions can be forwarded to Abbie Peterson at abbiempeterson@gmail.com or mailed to PO Box 74 Elgin, IA 52141.

 

Tue
12
Mar

Elgin Historical Society meeting

Elgin Historical Society meeting

      The Elgin Historical Society will meet at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14, at the Elgin Historical Museum on Center Street. The program will be presented by Katie Sieck of LISW-Senior Solutions on the topic "Mental Health Past and Present." The business meeting will follow.  Guests are welcome to attend.  

 

 

 

 

Tue
12
Mar

Easter Decorating Contest

Easter Decorating Contest 

      The Union Echo Leader, in conjunction with participating merchants, is once again sponsoring its annual Easter Decorating Contest. All children through age 12 are invited to participate. Prizes will be awarded in three age groups. Each entry must be the original work of the child. All entries must be received by the Union office no later than 5 p.m. Friday, March 29.

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