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It's kind of crazy to think that the 2024 Major League Baseball Season is already half over. The Midsummer Classic is right around the corner and the All-Star Rosters were announced on …
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By Drew Hansen
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7/11/24
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To me, there isn't anything quite like going to a Major League Baseball game. Grabbing a cold drink and a hot dog while watching the best players in the world is a truly remarkable …
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By Drew Hansen
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5/9/24
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So many times folks who don't watch golf on TV have explained to me that it's simply too boring. Generally, crowds only get loud at PGA Tour events on Sundays when the …
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By Drew Hansen
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2/15/24
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Secretary Pate encourages 17- and 18-year-olds to register to vote on Statewide
High School Voter Registration Day February 13
Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate today announced …
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2/8/24
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Have you ever thought about the notion that, at times, it is the anticipation for something that makes it so spectacular? The build-up for a high schooler to attend prom, the countdown to Christmas, …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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7/13/23
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Q: What opportunities does your office have for college-age students? A: No matter the job, nothing compares to real life work experience. Whether waiting tables, starting an IV in a patient or …
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7/6/23
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Opposition to carbon capture pipelines is broadening- according to Tammy Kobza, spokesman for a coalition of midwestern entities touting the protection of property rights and opposition to proposed …
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7/6/23
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From 1776, July 4th, also known as Independence Day has been celebrated throughout the United States. In 1941, July 4th was designated as an official Federal Holiday. John Adams wrote to his wife …
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by Diane Weiland
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7/6/23
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This time of year, there always seems to be enjoyable opportunities to listen to live music in the area. Whether it’s the Emmetsburg Municipal Band, Live After Six, or 4th of July performances, …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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6/29/23
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On January 1, 1863 in the middle of the American Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. The decree stated that all persons held as slaves within the rebellious …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/22/23
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There are anywhere between 260-264 week days in a year, and 104 weekend days in the year. If your mentality is to only enjoy your life in full on the weekends, I’m here to provide you with the …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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6/15/23
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For the last two weeks the word compromise has been in the political news. This exercise gets two differing individuals, organizations or political parties to common ground and a mutual agreement. …
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by Diane Weiland
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6/8/23
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This time of year, people are out on the lakes again. If you have jumped in the lake or dipped your toes into the water, you may be surprised by the chill. It still feels new to us at the very …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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6/1/23
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As many high school and college seniors have recently come away from their schools as alumni, I have pondered the influence and deeper meaning of roots. Whether we admit to liking our time in school …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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5/25/23
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The Iowa Legislature passed Senate File 542 before ending the session earlier this month. This is the bill that will weaken Iowa’s Child Labor Laws. The governor has expressed support for the …
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by Diane Weiland
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5/18/23
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I started hearing mention of the tensions regarding a contract between the WGA, or Writers Guild of America, and several television and streaming services. Looking into it more as May rolled around, …
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by Katie Nelson
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5/11/23
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During Iowa’s legislative session this year, there have been various bills that have confused citizens. They are often left scratching their heads and wondering, what is that for? One that is …
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by Diane Weiland
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5/4/23
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On Monday, the world found out about the passing of Dancing with the Stars judge, Len Goodman, age 78. Goodman was an English professional ballroom dancer, a dance teacher, and a dance competition …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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4/27/23
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At a Celebration of Life Sunday afternoon for a 20-year-old student from the University of Iowa, a new title defined her battle with depression. The minister asked those present to refer to mental …
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by Diane Weiland
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4/20/23
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Gabby didn’t consider herself a vain person. She liked doing her hair and wearing nice clothes, but that didn’t really make her vain, did it? Angela seemed to think it did. She’d …
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by Katie Nelson
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4/20/23
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This week’s column has been passed to Katie Nelson. She is the Emmetsburg High School Senior that finished her classes for graduation early and has been interning at the Reporter-Democrat. Her …
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by Diane Weiland
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4/13/23
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The Enneagram Personality Test is a description of the human psyche that allows one to better understand their tendencies and ultimately better the way one works with others. By identifying oneself …
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by Natalie Henriksen
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4/6/23
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Last Wednesday was the Preschool Open House at West Elementary. Parents and their children visited classrooms. There were fun activities for the young ones while the parents visited with teachers. …
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3/30/23
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Maya didn’t quite know what to do with her free time today. Jake was at a friend’s house, and her mom was out of town on business. Spring break wasn’t going to end for several more …
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by Katie Nelson
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3/23/23
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One of the global celebrations that receives little fanfare each year on March 8 is International Women’s Day. It is a United Nation’s sanctioned global holiday. It celebrates the …
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by Diane Weiland
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3/16/23
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