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The North Eden Willing Workers met Sunday, October 4, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Vinton. 40 members and three leaders were present.

Iowa College Aid’s Guide Helps Students Plan Their Course to College

Your Course to College simplifies the college planning process  The Iowa College Student Aid Commission (Iowa College Aid) announced today the availability of its premiere college planning guide, Your Course to College, for the 2015-16 school year.

Wartburg to induct 72 into Phi Eta Sigma honor society

The Wartburg College chapter of the Phi Eta Sigma first-year honor society will induct 72 new members Sunday, Oct. 10. Those being honored include: Sara Jorgensen, a elementary education advising preference major from Vinton Nathaniel Woeste, a chemistry advising preference major from Atkins Phi Eta Sigma is the oldest and largest freshman honor society.

Benton SWCD Commissioners announce availability of 2 scholarships

The Benton SWCD Commissioners are announcing that applications are available for two scholarships.  Students are eligible for either of these scholarships if their planned course of study is in any of the fields of agriculture or natural resources.

Area students named to Upper Iowa Dean's List

Upper Iowa University announces the Dean's List for the Summer term 2015. To be honored, a student must have earned a minimum 3.50 grade point average for the semester and be enrolled as a full-time student.

Mount Mercy University recognizes spring graduates

The students listed below graduated from Mount Mercy University in August 2015. Graduates were part of a spring commencement ceremony held in May. Belle Plaine,  Bonnie Koeppen, Master of Business Administration Urbana,  Mikki Scott, Master of Business Administration Founded in 1928, Mount Mercy University offers students a personal, practical and faith-inspired education that distinctly blends professional career preparation and liberal arts with a strong curriculum grounded in leadership and service.

Area farms win ribbons at State Fair Spotted Swine Show

Niehaus and Feldman Genetics of Greene took top honors at the Spotted Swine Show at the 2015 Iowa State Fair by taking home the Grand Champion Boar and Champion Gilt banners along with Premier Exhibitor.