Emmetsburg 55th Class Reunion

Emmetsburg 55 th Class Reunion – Seventy-three classmates from the EHS class of 1969 gathered at The Shores last Saturday evening.   The group enjoyed conversation, food and memories. …

Firemen's Breakfast

Come to the Firemen's Breakfast on September 8th from 8 AM to Noon at the Emmetsburg Fire Hall. Pancakes, Omeletes(your way), Sausage, Milk, Juice and Coffee. All made by the Volunteer Firemen. …

A New Cap for the Emmetsburg City Water Tower

For a long time, what looked like a water tower cap sat on the ground below the actual water tower in Harrison Park.   The city shared that a new cap for the water tower would be installed …

E-Hawks Win Nail-Biter over Central Lyon

After the opening scrimmage, E-Hawk Head Football Coach Ben Thomsen explained that he expected to compete with the defending Class 2A State Runners-up Central Lyon/George-Little Rock.  His …

E-Hawk Sweep Pocahontas in Season Opener.

by Drew Hansen If you had watched the first set of the volleyball match between the Emmetsburg E-Hawks and the Pocahontas Indians, you probably would have expected a close match that could have …
Editorials
   It's kind of crazy to think that the 2024 Major League Baseball Season is already half over. The Midsummer Classic is right around the corner and the All-Star Rosters were announced on …
   To me, there isn't anything quite like going to a Major League Baseball game. Grabbing a cold drink and a hot dog while watching the best players in the world is a truly remarkable …
      So many times folks who don't watch golf on TV have explained to me that it's simply too boring. Generally, crowds only get loud at PGA Tour events on Sundays when the …
Secretary Pate encourages 17- and 18-year-olds to register to vote on Statewide High School Voter Registration Day February 13   Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate today announced …
Letters to the Editor
 I be am surprised and amazed. When I got back to my campsite at 5 lake RV park, happened to look at the fire grill / fire pit. It was CLEANED! Looking around, the whole park looks kept up, …
June 25, 2024 was a very sad day for Iowans. The Iowa Utilities board granted a permit to Summit Carbon Solutions to build their CO2 pipeline across our state, allowing eminent domain on 846 parcels …
Since I am unable to attend the one and only public meeting concerning the Lost Island Wind Project, I am voicing my concerns in written form.  As you know, I oppose any additional wind …
Every May, we observe Mental Health  Month to promote awareness and offer resources to encourage everyone to explore opportunities to improve mental well-being. When 1 in 5 US Adults experience …
Obituaries
Private family services will be held at a later date. Irene Doris Hite, daughter of Fred and Bertha (Johnson) Gustafson, was born December 4, 1922 in Trade Lake, Wisconsin. She received her …
A Mass of Christian Burial for 24 year old Alex Hoff will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Emmetsburg, Iowa at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. …
Iva Ardell (Cody/Berkland) Jurgens passed away on August 7, 2024, at Independence Village in Waukee, Iowa with her family by her side.   Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. followed by a …
Funeral Services for 66 year old Eddie Bekx, formerly of Graettinger, Iowa will be held Friday August 30, 2024 at 2:30 PM  at the Immaculate Conception Church in Graettinger, Iowa. …
Season Opening Scrimmage
Photos by Drew Hansen WILCOXON FOLLOWS THE BLOCKS-Jack Wilcoxon (34) gets a good set of blocks from his offensive linemen and follows them through for a solid gain for the White Team. Byron …
E-Hawk Football Preseason Predictions
Football season is rapidly approaching. The Emmetsburg E-Hawks are coming off a season where they finished 7-3 and earned one postseason victory over Ridge View before being eliminated by …
School

Correction

In last week’s paper, EHS student Byron Maina was recognized as a senior. Byron Maina is a sophomore, not a senior as previously printed. The newspaper regrets the error.

This Is E-Hawk Country

E-HAWK TERRITORY -- On the last day of school last week, this painting appeared on the sidewalk leading into the high school building. It is a grand gesture of pride for all things E-Hawk. -- Diane …

Rezabek, EHS Graduate, Visited with High School Students

It may be easy to remain skeptical about how gaming can be a viable career today. However, J.C. Rezabek, Emmetsburg High School graduate, is proof that it can be done successfully. Rezabek’s …

Emmetsburg Community Schools 2023 Graduation

IT ALL COMES BACK TO FAMILY -- Valedictorian of the graduating class, Devan Garman, embraces his family after offering them his yellow rose. Each senior had the opportunity to hand their loved ones a …
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