ANNUAL REPORT 2010
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From the bank to the bar: Avoca building dates back to about 1918
AVOCA –— It is referred to as the pub, the pop shop, the liquor store or simply Avoca, as in “I’ll meet you in Avoca.” But those who have been around for awhile occasionally refer to the Avoca Municipal Liquor Store as the bank — because it started out that way.
April 13, 2010
Torn between two counties: Jasper deals with the everyday challenges of being in two counties
JASPER — When homesteaders founded the city of Jasper, they were thinking about the proximity to the quarries laden with the Sioux quartzite from which the town got its name.
April 13, 2010
‘The Mound’ is point of local interest
OCHEYEDAN, Iowa — It’s more than a mound.
As the residents of Ocheyedan may tell you, their community — known as the “Home of The Mound” — is one of the highest points in Iowa.
April 12, 2010
Ray and Audrey Brake share love of family — and Wilmont — history
WILMONT — Just about half a mile up the road from Ray and Audrey Brake’s rural Wilmont home is the site where an infamous bit of Brake family history played out.
By Beth Rickers , April 12, 2010
Fulda’s Koopman enjoys watching wood ducks
FULDA — He has lived in the Fulda area all of his life, and spent the last 56 years in a house on Ireland Avenue, helping his wife raise their six children and working for Interstate Power until retiring in 1993.
April 12, 2010
Boats have storied histories: Queen’s presence on Iowa Great Lakes dates back to 1884
ARNOLDS PARK, Iowa — For 89 years, the original steamboat Queen traversed the waters of West Okoboji, hauling lumber and mail, but mostly people, from point to point around the lake.
By Julie Buntjer , April 11, 2010
Luverne’s little church on the hill: Wayside Chapel offers travelers pause for reflection
LUVERNE — It’s barely large enough to seat three people, but for nearly 50 years, the Wayside Chapel along U.S. 75, north of Luverne, has provided a sanctuary for thousands of weary travelers to rest and reflect.
By Julie Buntjer , April 11, 2010
Osceola County treasurer to retire after 28 years: Sibley’s Linda Carter awaits new adventures
SIBLEY — When Linda Carter ran for Osceola County Treasurer in 1982 postage stamps were only 20 cents, Michael Jackson released his hit single “Thriller” and the San Francisco 49ers were Super Bowl champs.
April 11, 2010
Airport offers good first impression for Worthington guests
WORTHINGTON — Many Worthington residents may not visit or utilize Worthington Municipal Airport, but that doesn’t mean the facility isn’t an important asset to the community.
By Ryan McGaughey , April 10, 2010
Retired KWOA farm broadcaster is familiar voice to many
WORTHINGTON — His was the distinctive voice that awakened many Worthington area residents for several decades.
By Beth Rickers , April 10, 2010
Putting some meat into the economy: Monogram Meat Snacks has more than 300 employees
CHANDLER — At the top of a hill in the small town of Chandler, Murray County’s largest employer quietly pumps thousands of dollars into the local economy via paychecks, contracts and area purchases.
April 10, 2010
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Old church now part of Garden of Memories cemetery
WORTHINGTON — It could be said that the first church in Worthington — St. John’s Episcopal Church — was built by tourists.
April 09, 2010
Worthington continues to offer honorary city council member program
WORTHINGTON — A quick glance at the list of nearly 100 former honorary council members reveals several familiar names.
April 09, 2010
Langseth has helped keep Adrian safe for 20 years
ADRIAN — Problem-solver, counselor, arbitrator, peace maker. These are the things he does on a regular basis.
April 09, 2010
Train depot is longtime Worthington landmark
WORTHINGTON — As a gathering place during the heyday of passenger train transport and the locale for at least a few celebrity sightings, the Union Pacific Railroad depot in Worthington is rich with history.
April 08, 2010
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