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Comets take to the courses
If one Golden Hawk Invitational in track wasn’t enough, how about another in golf?. On Friday, the day after the track and field meet, West Liberty’s girls’ golf team took to Kalona Golf Course for a seven-team tournament. There, they placed sixth with a team score of 428.
Embrace the big outdoors
Imagine transforming your outdoors into living space. Jake Hoeskstra has done it hundreds of times, for families, offices, restaurants, and hotels. He can tell you each one is different. Some are havens of solitude, integrating nature. Some are family gathering spots around an outdoor kitchen. Some are party central. “The...
Davenport, Durant receive state funds for urban water projects
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship is investing in the future of the state’s water quality. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced that the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship will invest in 14 urban water quality projects in communities of all sizes statewide. Naig made the announcement with Davenport city […]
WL helps launch childcare program for families of U.S. National Guard
In a groundbreaking initiative, the City of West Liberty will become a pioneering hub for a new childcare program catering to members of the United States National Guard. If it sounds familiar, it’s because the city is already participating in the same program with the United States Army Reserve.
Comet boys ranked third in 1A
The West Liberty boys’ soccer team grabbed a pair of victories last week, shutting out Prince of Peace Prep at home 4-0 before traveling to Beckman Catholic to knock off the ninth-ranked Blazers away from home. The Comets sit at 6-2 on the season and perfect atop the River...
The railroad arrives in West Liberty
The Rock Island Depot of West Liberty was part of the evolution of the rail industry. From steam locomotives to diesel engines, from rail being the prime mode of passenger transportation until its demise, from the days of kerosene lanterns and manual switches to electric lights and electric switches. From...
Presenting the 2024 Ed Morse CAPE Vehicle
Today, the Muscatine Community School District unveiled the 2024 Carnival After Prom Extravaganza (CAPE) vehicle: a 2015 Ford Escape, courtesy of Ed Morse Ford of Muscatine. Held annually, one lucky Muscatine High School Senior will win the vehicle on Saturday night during the Carnival After Prom Extravaganza. Like years previous, all seniors must be present during the drawing for a chance to win.
Tornado season is upon us
Once again, it’s that magical time of the year when we run the heat at night and the AC during the day. We wear layers because we never know when we’ll need to add or shed a garment. Last weekend, many locals mowed their lawn for the first time, some of us mowed with a deep and grating reluctance.
Iowa State Education Association Education Professional of the Year awarded to local school para
Marci Goulette, a West Liberty Early Learning Center paraprofessional, has been honored as the Iowa State Education Association’s 2024 Education Support Professional of the Year. This prestigious award is a testament to her unwavering dedication, professional practice, advocacy, and community engagement. Her achievements stand as a shining example of...
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