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Lack of Seat Belt Use Deadly on Iowa Roads

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau is urging Iowans to buckle up during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement …

Sheriff’s Report

Friday, May 12 At 9:48 AM, the Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office arrested Crystal Star Lopez (36) of Graettinger on a valid Palo Alto County Arrest Warrant for Assault Causing Bodily Injury, a …

Raising Human Trafficking Awareness

West Bend Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Daughters of America will host longtime human safety advocate Sister Shirley Fineran as she presents an educational seminar about human trafficking. The …

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Emmetsburg Reporter-Democrat - May 25, 2023

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Palo Alto County Garden Club Hosted Beekeeper

BEEKEEPING -- On Tuesday, May 9th, the Palo Alto Garden Club provided a program about bees. They welcomed Dr. Brent Owen who did a presentation on beekeeping. Along with his family practice in …

Piano Students Shared Their Talents

Fourteen piano students of Kelley Fog took part in the Iowa High School Music Association’s annual Piano Contest this year. Last Thursday, May 18 the piano students shared their skills and …

It All Takes Practice

Garrett noticed something different in the atmosphere the next time he went to the library. Mr. Evans was busy with children’s story time, explained the intern at the desk. Garrett nodded, …

Tending to the Garden for Others

GARDENING IN RUTHVEN -- Last Wednesday in the late afternoon, these gardeners were planting peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers in the Ruthven garden to be distributed in the Ruthven United Methodist …

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Editorials
As many high school and college seniors have recently come away from their schools as alumni, I have pondered the influence and deeper meaning of roots. Whether we admit to liking our time in school …
The Iowa Legislature passed Senate File 542 before ending the session earlier this month. This is the bill that will weaken Iowa’s Child Labor Laws. The governor has expressed support for the …
I started hearing mention of the tensions regarding a contract between the WGA, or Writers Guild of America, and several television and streaming services. Looking into it more as May rolled around, …
During Iowa’s legislative session this year, there have been various bills that have confused citizens. They are often left scratching their heads and wondering, what is that for? One that is …

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Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Did you wake up feeling tired even though you had slept and would normally feel rested? Have you found yourself more easily irritated, overwhelmed, trying to find the fun again in your …
Dear Editor, To be totally transparent, we oppose any further construction of wind turbines in Palo Alto County because we are concerned about the health risks they pose to the population. There are …
To the Editor: I attended the Main Street Community Theatre play, “Fox Fire”. It was a very professional production. We are so fortunate to have this entertainment in Emmetsburg. Thanks …
To the Editor: Now that the Iowa House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed HF565 that would require 90% voluntary easements before the use of eminent domain, it now will be considered …

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Obituaries
Elizabeth “Liz” Chapman, age 98 of Lincoln, Nebraska, formerly of Emmetsburg, passed away Saturday, May 20 in Lincoln, Nebraska. Service will be Friday, June 16 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul …
Roger Olson, age 88 of Ruthven, died Sunday, May 21 at the Palo Alto County Hospital in Emmetsburg. Arrangements are pending at the Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Ruthven. Condolences can be left …
Kayla Sterler of De Soto, Iowa, passed away Saturday, May 20 at her home. Services are pending at the Martin-Mattice Funeral Home in Ruthven. Condolences can be left at www.martinmattice …
A Celebration of Life for Michael Noonan will be held Sat., May 27 with visitation from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Ayrshire Community Center. Graveside services at Calvary Cemetery in Ayrshire start at 10:30 …

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Sports

E-Hawks Dominate Generals 63-21

EHS Homecoming week excitement would prove electric on the gridiron Friday, as the E-Hawks dismantled the Generals in a 63-21 victory. From the first whistle, a palpable energy spread from the …
Spring Soccer Season
CONCENTRATING ON THE BALL -- These U8 soccer players had a great game Monday night. It was the last one of the Spring Soccer Season. -- Diane Weiland photo BLUE VS GOLD -- Team blue made the …
3-D Archery Season
The 3-D Archery Season kicked off last weekend. Remaining dates for the season are listed here. The Archery Shop in Emmetsburg has put together this unique challenge for archery enthusiasts to show …
ILCC Men’s Golf Team Headed to Nationals
Mike Myers, Head Men’s Golf Coach at Iowa Lakes Community College has coached the team to Nationals in his first year as coach. Going into the last 18 holes at Lake Panorama National Golf …

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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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