EHS Class of 2025

    Prior to the Graduation Ceremony on Sunday all of the class sat on the bleachers for a group photo.   There were 57 graduates this year.   The Commencement program began …

Kelley Fogs'S Piano Students Perform at Recital

On Sunday May 11 a piano recital was held by the students of Kelley Fog. It was a culmination of a year of study and practice.   The students ranged from beginners to advanced players. Two …

Touch-a-Truck

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Palo Alto Community Health will host “Touch-A-Truck.   Kids, families and friends are invited to this event that will   be held in Soper Park …

Schany Punches Tickets to Four Events in Des Moines

Not one. Not two. Not three. When all was said and done after the State Qualifier Meet in Garner, Emmetsburg High School junior Rachel Schany had punched her ticket to compete in four events at …

E-Hawk Shuttle Hurdle Team, Maina Set to Compete at Drake Stadium

They’re not done yet. The Emmetsburg E-Hawk boys track team will have athletes in two events at Drake Stadium after competing at the Qualifier Meet in Garner last week. Byron Maina …
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
In July 2004, I underwent triple bypass surgery. Following such a procedure, most patients are provided with cardiac rehabilitation through their insurance or Medicare.   This typically involves …
President Trump openly campaigned on his creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The agency's job would be to root out waste and inefficiency in the federal government and it's …
 What an informative and educational session on cancer was presented on Monday, November 18 at "THE SHORES" in Emmetsburg. We all know family and friends affected by this terrible disease. Palo …
        As many are aware, the issue of building a new elementary school is at hand for our community. Two comments that keep arising are: “Why do …
Obituaries
Patsy Ann (Olson) Terveer, age 73, of Brandon, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, after a courageous six -year battle with cancer. Memorial services began at 10:30 AM Monday, May 19, 2025, at …
Henry William “Bill” Helgen Sr., 83, of Marshalltown, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Bill will be remembered for his …
A memorial service for Robert “Bob” Skewis will be held at 11 am, Saturday, 31 May 2025 at Shepard of the Hills Lutheran Church in Crossville TN. Robert (Bob) J. Skewis passed away …
Visitation for Michael Leonard will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Emmetsburg, Iowa. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 …
E-Hawk 4X110m Hurdle Team Claims First at TLC Track Meet
Postseason Track and Field is rapidly approaching in Iowa. Last Tuesday afternoon, the Emmetsburg E-Hawk Boys Track Team traveled to Sioux Rapids for the Twin Lakes Conference Track Meet. The …
E-Hawk Girls Finish 7th at Twin Lakes Conference Meet
How is it already time for Conference Track Meets? The track and field season has flown by this spring, and the E-Hawk girls competed in the Twin Lakes Conference Track meet last Tuesday. It was …
Schany Wins Three Events in Spencer
“She is just so determined.” Those were the words from E-Hawk Track Coach Ben Thomsen on Junior Rachel Schany. Schany had a busy and successful trip to Spencer. In the 400m …
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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