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Perry's Meinecke receives Rotary Teacher Award, staff members receive years of service awards
The Perry Community School District presented 53 staff members with years of service awards on Wednesday, May 22. The district also recognized five retiring staff members. Kevin Vidergar presented the Rotary Teacher of the Year Award to Lori Meinecke. Before presenting the award, Vidergar said Meinecke "has been an exceptional educator in our district, particularly within the health/physical education department" for the past 25 years.
Perry’s growing track stars shine at state meet
For the second consecutive season, Perry sent multiple runners to the state track meet in Des Moines. But this year had a couple of unique twists that have even more positive signs for the future of the Bluejays and Jayettes. Family Matters. A qualifier last season in the 400-meter hurdles...
Meet Dallas County Treasurer Summer Portzen, who is running for reelection
Republican Summer Portzen is running unopposed for another term as Dallas County treasurer. To help voters, the Des Moines Register sent questions to all federal and Des Moines area legislative candidates running for political office this year. Their answers have been lightly edited for length and clarity. The primary election...
Perry High School graduation honors class of 2024 while remembering principal Dan Marburger
An empty chair sat near the podium for Perry High School’s graduation ceremony on Sunday. A blue sport coat was draped over the back and a bouquet of red roses rested on the seat. Seniors dropped white flowers into buckets on either side of the chair as they crossed the stage to receive their diplomas. ...
Indy 500 Expects Delays; Stay Tuned To WILO 96.9 FM, 1570 AM, Boone 102.7 FM For Broadcast
WILO 96.9 FM, 1570 AM and Boone 102.7 FM will carry a live broadcast of the Indy 500 today,. Sunday, May 26 with programming beginning at 11 a.m. The Indy 500 organizers have announced that with the incoming weather near Speedway, the race may see delays with a start time around 3:30 p.m.
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