Training dogs to serve others
Service dogs have become a common sight, but few are aware of the time and training it takes to prepare a dog for this work. A mother in Meriden and her daughter are directly involved in this endeavor.
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Airboats to be manufactured in Meriden
An airboat was unveiled at Ernest-Spencer Metals March 5, the debut of a new product line for the Meriden company.
“Dummy” Taylor to be honored by Oskaloosa
This year’s installment of the Oskaloosa Old Settlers’ Reunion will highlight famous locals including former Major League Baseball pitcher Luther Haden “Dummy” Taylor.
Scott redeems himself with state title
Jefferson West 220-pound wrestler Justin Scott removed a huge weight off his shoulders on Saturday by claiming the Class 4A state title.
Elementary children rally to support animal shelter
The Jefferson West Elementary students held an assembly Friday to present a check in the amount of $650 to the Jefferson County Humane Society.
Experience paves way for agra-business career
The Jefferson West FFA Chapter members will celebrate National FFA Week starting Monday by showing their appreciation to the faculty.
Doors open on new Dollar General Store in Valley Falls
by Clarke Davis Kerri Oliva has managed Dollar General stores for 10 years, but Valley Falls provided her first experience at stocking a brand-new store. The doors opened on the new Dollar General Nov. 29 on Highway K-4 next to Valley Ag. Crazy, tired, and fun were words she used to describe the experience in [...]
Dentist looks for a new beginning in McLouth
Story and photo by Dennis Sharkey The McLouth Dental Clinic reopened its doors on Monday with a new look and a new leader. Dentist Grant Larkin has taken over the business that has been closed for about a month. The familiar location is on the south side of K-16 Highway on the east side of [...]
Horses, covered wagons draw attention
Lee the Horselogger camped in Meriden last week and spent the weekend at Valley Falls as he works his way north and east to another logging job. Story and photo by Clarke Davis Lee the Horselogger is making his way across the United States by horse and covered wagon — for the third time in [...]
Tractor parade through Jefferson County
Photo by Dennis Sharkey Above 30 antique tractors made the turn off of Wellman Road onto 118th Street last Friday. The group was heading from Oskaloosa to McLouth. They started in McLouth and headed to Winchester before going back south to Oskaloosa. They were treated to a fried chicken and pulled pork lunch at Old [...]