Emmetsburg Reporter-Democrat - September 22, 2022

Memorial Day is a time to honor the military personnel who have died in the performance of their military duties while serving in the United States Armed Forces. We gather at cemeteries to participate in services hosted by members of the VFW and …

Five Island Lake awaits boats, skiers, swimmers and summer lake enthusiasts. Before all of this lake activity gets into full swing, here are a few reminders about water safety so everyone has fun and stays protected. Young people between the …

At this time of graduation, it would be nice to write something profound that students might think pertains to their lives. High school graduation is, after all, one step forward into the adult world. Some students will be going out into the …

It's graduation season in Palo Alto County. Many area high school seniors are currently celebrating their hard work and stellar achievements with family and friends, excited about what the future has in store. I offer my sincerest congratulations to …

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and it comes at a unique time in our history. Following a year of the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects, discussions around mental health are happening more frequently around kitchen tables, board rooms and …

To the Editor: Has our country gone insane? Have we become Russia or North Korea? On a more local level, what is wrong with the legislators at our state capital? They have just passed a bill that would grant immunity to drivers whose vehicles …

Is it too early to be thinking about Christmas? Last year I had planned to spend Christmas in Germany with my granddaughter and family. Her husband is stationed at Ramstein Air Base. Because of COVID-19, the trip was cancelled - disappointing, …

To the Editor: There is great news for Palo Alto and all of Iowa's counties. During these tough times, governors and local leaders have made bipartisan requests for federal assistance. High unemployment due to the pandemic caused a decline in …

WINONA, MN -- Richard James Twait was born Aug. 2, 1943, in Estherville, the third son of Oliver and Dorothy Twait. He passed away Thursday, Aug. 30, 2022, at Winona Health Hospital. He attended …

Kenneth Raymond Hartsock, of Mallard, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022. We are heartbroken to announce the death of our father, Kenneth Raymond Hartsock. He passed away peacefully at the age of …

Services for William “Buck” Moser of Emmetsburg are pending at the Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Emmetsburg.Buck Moser died Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022. He was 64Condolences can be left …

Funeral service and visitation for Jeanne Jones of Grimes will be held Friday, Feb. 16, at the Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Emmetsburg.Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a funeral …