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Before LeBron James was throwing down slam dunks and racking up championship rings, another James was the biggest name in basketball—though most people today might not even know his name.In 1891, James Naismith was a 30-year-old Canadian grad student at Springfield College in Massachusetts, trying to survive the harsh New England winter like everyone else.

My email is filled with random tidbits of information every day. Today this crossed my screen.Take a second and vote for our neighboring school district in this competition, we don't want some random school in New York to beat an Iowa school now do we? ( And hey, Center Point's mascot is MUCH cooler than the other one!)National high school mascot b

The American Legion of Iowa is now accepting applications for Iowa Boys State 2025, taking place June 22-27 at Camp Dodge in Johnston, Iowa. This premier leadership and civics program provides high school juniors with a hands-on opportunity to experience government in action, develop critical leadership skills, and build lifelong connections.For 85 years, Iowa Boys State has shaped generations of young men into confident, capable leaders.

Girls Wrestling for 2025 is in the books. The girls gathered at Kacena Farms in Vinton for a wrap-up celebration and award presentations. First the Awards are listed followed by the stats!Team/Coach Voted Awards:Most Valuable Newcomer- Olivia PortMost Improved- Haylee KarrBlood & Guts- Callie NosbischTeam Hustler- Aly EricksonBest Leader- Chloe SandersMost Valuable Wrestler- Chloe SandersHighest GPA (Jr/Sr Only)- Aly Erickson- Troy Pladsen- Dakota CornellTeam Captains:- Ellie Weets- Dakota Cornell- Chloe SandersPerfect Attendance:-Camden Erhardt- Haylee Karr- Sadie BurkeAcademic All-Conference:- Aly Erickson- Chloe Sanders- Haylee Karr- Sadie BurkeAcademic All-State:- Chloe SandersWaMaC Conference Champions:- Ellie Weets (3X Champion)- Chloe Sanders (3X Champion)State Qualifiers/Place Winners:- Kaelynn Roster (8th)- Ellie Weets (5th)- Camden Erhardt (DNP)- Chloe Sanders (3rd)Seniors:- Haylee Karr- Dakota Cornell- Olivia Primrose- Sadie Burke- Ellie WeetsNow for the Stats!Top 10 Career WinsWinsEllie Weets - 167Chloe Sanders - 161Bree Swenson - 155Sadie Burke - 136Dakota Cornell - 105Kaelynn Roster - 78Camden Erhardt - 77Olivia Primrose - 66Aly Erickson - 57Callie Nosbisch - 47Career Records:WinsEllie Weets - 167Chloe Sanders - 161Bree Swenson - 155PinsBree Swenson - 139Ellie Weets - 131Chloe Sanders - 123Total Match PointsEllie Weets - 1,020Chloe Sanders - 875 Bree Swenson and Sadie Burke - 685Total Team PointsBree Swenson - 1,094Chloe Sanders - 1,091Ellie Weets - 1,087.

Fareway Stores, Inc., IAwrestle, and Iowa Corn presented the 15th annual Dan Gable Ms. and Mr. Wrestler of the Year Awards in coordination with the Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association (IWCOA). Three finalists from each of the three state wrestling classes for the men and three women finalists in two classes attended an awards luncheon banquet Thursday at the Fareway Conference Center in Boone.

For more than 20 years, supporters and friends have gathered to hear how God continues to move in Eastern Iowa through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. This year's message is both a celebration of where we have been, but more importantly a challenge to where we need to go. This event is for those who already support FCA as well as for those who need to understand the incredible impact of this ministry.

Registration is now open for the Shellsburg Rec Department Summer 2025 Ball Programs! There are programs for children in PK-5th Grade! Tball – 3 and 4 year old preschoolers. Boy/Girl mixed teams. One practice per week starting in May. Teams will play three games against other Shellsbug Rec Tball teams during the first two weeks in June. Coach Pitch – Grades K, 1, 2.

Who will you be cheering for during Super Bowl LIX? The Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) and law enforcement partners are cheering for sober drivers! Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party or attending one, everyone has an important job: keep drunk drivers off the road so we can all make it home safely. This weekend, law enforcement across Iowa will be reminding football enthusiasts: Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk.

As part of the HOT (Hotel Option Tax) Grant program overseen by Vinton Unlimited, the Lil Racer Car Club has been awarded a generous donation to help bring joy to children in the community. This initiative is another example of how local organizations are working together to enhance family-friendly experiences in Vinton.The Lil Racer Car Club, a beloved organization at Benton County Speedway, is dedicated to making race days a thrilling experience for young fans.

The Iowa Community College Athletic Conference announced the Academic All-Region performers for the Fall of 2024.First Team performers received a 3.5 grade point average or above, while Second Team members earned between a 3.0 and a 3.49 GPA. A student's highest GPA was recognized, either their cumulative GPA or their spring semester only GPA. Over 2500 student-athletes have been recognized with over 1600 First Team honors and 900 Second Team.