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Local pantries receive pork delivery thanks to WaCo Pork Producers

2+ day, 18+ hour ago  (550+ words) Pork burgers, sausage, lasagna " these are the dishes you might be making for supper if you stop by one of seven food pantries in Washington County this April. That's thanks to the Washington County Pork Producers, who purchased $1,000 of ground…...

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Dutch Country Table Announces Grand Opening in Kalona, Iowa

5+ day, 23+ hour ago  (632+ words) A Fresh Take on Food, Coffee, Community'and a Little Something Sweet'Opening Saturday, April 11, 2026. Something special is coming to Kalona'and it's more than just a restaurant. Dutch Country Table'is proud to announce its'Grand Opening on Saturday, April 11, welcoming guests from'6:00 AM…...

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PHOTOS: Highland, Lone Tree open outdoor season at Columbus Early Bird meet

1+ week, 11+ hour ago  (153+ words) The Highland and Lone Tree track teams traveled to Columbus to open their outdoor seasons at the Early Bird meet. The Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) met Wednesday, March 18, at the Washington YMCA for its second meeting of the year....

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1+ week, 1+ day ago  (142+ words) The Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) met Wednesday, March 18, at the Washington YMCA for its second meeting of the year. The meeting began with public comments from " After his sixth-place finish in the 100m at last year's state track meet, Mid-Prairie…...

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1+ week, 2+ day ago  (152+ words) Published in The News, Thursday, March 26, 2026 L-637 The Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) met Wednesday, March 18, at the Washington YMCA for its second meeting of the year. The meeting began with public comments from " After his sixth-place finish in the 100m at…...

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If you had only $1,000 to improve a home, where would you spend it?

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (769+ words) Today the median home price in Iowa is about $230,000. The national average for a kitchen remodel is $26,000; for a bathroom remodel, $12,000. Professional landscape design and installation run about $10,000; a mid-size deck, $7,500. In light of those numbers, a $1,000 budget to make…...

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City of Riverside

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (161+ words) Stephanie Thomann, City Clerk Allen Schneider, Mayor Published in The News, Thursday, March 26, 2026 L-33 The Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) met Wednesday, March 18, at the Washington YMCA for its second meeting of the year. The meeting began with public comments from…...

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The house that Judy built

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (930+ words) Picture this: It's late February, and Judy's friends are helping her move a few heavy pieces into her new home. " Capable. If I had to describe Judy Miller in one word, that would be the one. Picture this: It's late…...

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Washington County Military Museum begins new chapter in Kalona

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (953+ words) The Washington County Military Museum has a new home at the Kalona Historical Village. After many years in Washington, the museum recently relocated to Kalona, where it will now be open six days a week instead of limited hours. With…...

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ISU Extension to host Master Gardener Program on March 23

3+ week, 3+ hour ago  (290+ words) The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach office in Washington will host the second Washington Master Gardener Program of the year on Monday, March 23." The first session was held Feb. 24, with two additional programs scheduled in 2026, including one on Tuesday,…...