North tama telegraph In fact, Surly Steve’s features quite possibly one […] Jan 31, 2025 · TOLEDO – Former Traer resident Huston William Danker’s first degree murder trial which had been scheduled to begin last week in Johnson County – after being reset twice since the original date of Nov. First up on this week’s agenda was Dianna Cowan with a tax sale property. Dec 20, 2024 · TAMA — South Tama County girls basketball ended a 46-game winless streak on Monday, Dec. Spencer and Carol K. 75FTE at North Tama. Oct 13, 2022 · Telegraph note: Ahead of the November 8 General Election, Tama-Grundy Publishing sent out questionnaires to all of the declared candidates in the contested races in Tama County. 31. 31, 2025 – an agreement that upon Feb 7, 2025 · Tama County Administration Building, 104 W State St. 17 edition of the Telegraph along with photos from Senior Night. Opponents say the bill makes it harder to bring these lawsuits, thus helping shield the companies from liability. […] Apr 2, 2024 · In addition to Union, teams competing included BGM, Don Bosco (girls), East Marshall, Gladbrook-Reinbeck, Janesville, South Tama County, Vinton-Shellsburg, and West Central (boys). Everything is done on a smaller scale, and it shows how society works. C. He quietly surrendered to God on Dec. Your dedicated community newspaper serving the cities of Traer, Dysart, & Clutier. 15 in Marshalltown surrounded by his family. PHOTO BY JAKE RYDER. Dec 14, 2023 · CLUTIER – This one’s for the girls. Gibson were […] Dec 8, 2023 · Jennifer Breakenridge, 72, passed on November 24, 2023, at her home in University Park, Iowa. Dec 6, 2024 · The North Tama Veterinary Clinic located in downtown Traer in the Star-Clipper-Canfield Building pictured on Sunday, Dec. Kolt Knaack took his first loss of the season against defending state champion Corbin Reisz of Logan-Magnolia in the 150-pound semifinals, while Maxon Monat’s season came to an end against […] Jan 31, 2025 · URBANA-Following an extended illness, David Wesley Dorn, 78, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, Rochester, MN. The Waverly-Shell Rock CSD spans three counties including Bremer, Butler and Jan 17, 2025 · LuAnne L. , with the memorial service at 11 a. 24, at the Marietta Cemetery west of Marshalltown. Jan 8, 2025 · Telegraph note: This story will print in the Friday, Jan. While incumbent state Rep. S. Those recognized from your area include Clayton Boldt, Diesel Technology, Traer. Feb 4, 2025 · North Tama’s first two girls state wrestling qualifiers – Briar Blake and Addison ‘Addy’ Hochstetler – booked a return to the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) State Wrestling Championships in Coralville this week following the Class 1A Regional tournament held at eight sites throughout the state on Friday, Jan. 9 River Valley 3-1 on Wednesday, Oct. Tana was just an absolute answer […] Nov 29, 2024 · TRAER – With the winds seemingly in their favor following the outcome of the most recent Tama County Board of Adjustment hearing, the developers behind Salt Creek Wind (SCW) appear to have recently entered the very early stages of construction along US 63 south of the Iowa 96 intersection. 11, 2024. “This is just one of the prettiest libraries in our state,” Ollendieck said as Gregg was […] Jan 31, 2024 · CEDAR RAPIDS – After earning back-to-back state wrestling titles the last two years, Union/G-R wrestler Jillian ‘Monster’ Worthen will have the opportunity this week to add a third state medal to her collection. Nearly half (49%) of UMS students and more than […] Jan 24, 2025 · The Elberon Public Library is located inside the community center building at 106 Main Street. 27 Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting. On Dec. She grew up in Traer, Iowa, where […] Jan 24, 2025 · GLADBROOK – Tama County Sheriff Casey Schmidt (R-Dysart) was quite possibly ‘filling’ like a million bucks last Saturday, Jan. 7, four members-elect of the new, six-member Clutier city government took the oath of office during the Monday, Dec. Dec 27, 2024 · January will be a special month with several interesting events. Backes took possession of the building which once housed the Winding Stair Wind office this past November. Derek Wulf, a Republican […] Jan 9, 2025 · DYSART – A motor vehicle crash Wednesday evening northwest of Dysart in Tama County has led to the death of a local teen. Feb 1, 2024 · DYSART – A new inclusive playground at Dysart-Geneseo Elementary is $20,000 closer to becoming a reality thanks to a wildly successful Trivia Night fundraiser. After some discussion, the supervisors approved the Clutier property sale to Cowan for a portion of the tax […] Feb 28, 2025 · TAMA COUNTY – The Tama Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is partnering with the National Association of Conservation Districts, Conservation Districts of Iowa and Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company in celebrating Stewardship Week from April 27 – May 4, 2025. Visitation will be held from 5:00- 7:00 P. “I am glad to see these guys get the recognition they earned this year,” Coach Knaack told the newspaper. The Redhawks went 15-12 overall, and 10-5 in the conference by beating out Baxter (8-7) and Collins-Maxwell (8-7) which tied for second. A student must earn a 3. Dec 27, 2024 · TRAER – Ahead of the Christmas holiday, the Traer Lions Club announced the winners of this year’s Christmas lighting contest with Seth Seda (1738 QQ Avenue) taking first place with his fantastically lit home east of Traer near the North Tama Athletic Complex. Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 p. E. 5 points and Vinton-Shellsburg in third with 117 points, while the Knights JV boys came in seventh overall with 40 points. While she officially turned 100 the previous day on Friday, December 1, Ruth was […] Nov 8, 2024 · telegraph file photo Voters fill out their ballots at the Dysart Community Center in Dysart, Iowa, Tuesday, November 5, 2024. PHOTO BY RUBY F. Van Steenhuyse-Teahen Funeral Home is assisting the family. Back on Feb. Terpstra Hoke and Associates, P. 20. GRUNDY CENTER – The greater Gladbrook-Reinbeck/Grundy Center communities lovingly stepped up earlier this […] Jan 25, 2024 · DYSART – With Valentine’s Day just around the corner and wedding season not far off, Dysart native James ‘Jim’ Rice believes he has created the perfect gift for those special occasions (and more) – “50/50: The Key to Happily Ever After,” a book of 50 short stories detailing the lives of 50 couples who’ve been […] Aug 16, 2024 · TRAER – Under first year head coach Dalton Hulme, North Tama baseball ended the 2023-24 season with not only a winning record (15-12) but with the Iowa Star Conference All-South Division championship. 22, 2022. was approved to conduct the district’s FY24 audit. Aug 9, 2024 · Dominga Pérez Gutiérrez, 46, of Tama, and formerly of Guatemala, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. This comes after years of federal political maneuvering that has effectively […] Feb 13, 2024 · JEWELL – Undefeated North Tama junior Kolt Knaack mined his third trip to state in as many years with his Class 1A District 10 championship on Saturday at South Hamilton High School in Jewel. North Tama Telegraph. TRAER – The North Tama high school addition project took a huge leap forward late last week when multiple precast concrete wall panels were delivered and subsequently lifted into place by a crane. She married Jim Ohrt in 1962 and had […] Feb 7, 2025 · MARSHALLTOWN – A Traer-Clutier High School Class of 1962 graduate who spent his formative years in rural Buckingham and placed public service above self was laid to rest on Friday, Jan. Other finalists include East Marshall CSD Superintendent Anthony Ryan and Tipton CSD Superintendent Jason Wester. Find out the latest updates on weather, education, conservation, government and business in the area. He graduated from Wadena High School in 1957. 4. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a. Nov 8, 2024 · TOLEDO – History was made in Tama County this past Tuesday evening when voters elected a woman to the board of supervisors for the first time ever. CDT, with totality beginning at 1:26. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO TRAER – For as long as I can remember, I have been a maker. Union boys took gold with 186 points beating out South Tama in second with 131. 30 between Iowa 21 and County Road V44 was the last in a nearly 150-mile-long span to open to four lanes. If they happen, it will be somewhere in between. 16, 2015. 19 of this year, Ryan Cooper’s wife Karina Sue Cooper, 47, was arrested and charged with first degree murder in connection with the death of her husband who was found deceased at the couple’s shared rural Traer residence in the early morning hours of June 18, 2021, due to two Dec 6, 2024 · BELLE PLAINE – It was another successful Saturday for the North Tama girls wrestling squad as they competed at the Belle Plaine Girls Invitational, tying for fourth place out of nine teams and crowning three champions in the process including senior Briar Blake, junior Addison ‘Addy’ Hochstetler, and sophomore Grace Dvorak. 8 […] Feb 7, 2025 · Three of the four Christian Gospels recall a moment from Christ’s journey through Judea when he was asked by a wealthy young man what the man must do to be “perfect. She was born on April 18, 1938, daughter of the late H. A project director […] 4 days ago · TAMA COUNTY – Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) continue to impact Iowa’s deer population, prompting ongoing surveillance and management efforts by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The Parsonage recently announced its 2025 lineup of featured performers. Following the 2023 city/school election held on Nov. 18. Lori lived her 66 years as a devoted follower of Christ and entered into the presence of the Lord on January 27, 2025. This year’s Clutier Fun Day is set for Saturday, Aug. Small equipment including some belonging to […] Dec 28, 2023 · Robert Backes stitches together a belt inside his shop BobLarry Custom Leather located at 306 Main Street in downtown Dysart. Apr 25, 2014 · Ronald L. “Sometime in mid-January, a vehicle drove through the West Union Cemetery, located southeast of Traer, causing significant damage to the gate and several headstones,” Tama […] Jan 24, 2025 · TOLEDO – Citizens awoke on Monday, Jan. TOLEDO – Last Monday’s Tama County Board of Supervisors started like usual, with a report from the engineer. CONRAD — Josh Dostal scored a game-high 20 points and North Tama boys basketball broke free of a hard-working BCLUW team for a 63-47 win at BCLUW High School on Tuesday, Feb. Redhawk girls After taking turns with the lead for much of the first […] Jun 28, 2024 · North Tama Telegraph rmaharry@timesrepublican. He is currently 0. It is being reprinted here as a courtesy to our readers. He graduated with a degree in farm operations. “We were […] 4 days ago · These Trump tariffs are something. Jan 25, 2024 · Artist and retired Toledo Public Library Director Jenny Bledsoe pictured with one of her more recent pieces. His first stop was Traer’s public library. 4 days ago · north tama telegraph TRAER – More than 1,000 students graduated this past fall semester from Des Moines Area Community College’s (DMACC) Ankeny, Boone, Carroll, Newton, Urban and West Campuses. Feb 24, 2022 · Former Union Community School District teacher and athletic coach Mark Hookham, 51, of Dysart accepted a suspension of his teaching license for a minimum of five years as part of a settlement with the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE) filed on Feb. — the Traer Public Library’s Kupka Cultural Center was […] 4 days ago · March will be an exciting month in the sky with several noteworthy events. TCAT has been lobbying the Tama County Board of Supervisors for years to enact a moratorium on wind energy conversion systems (WECS). Wencelaus Cemetery in Clutier. Both Union High School and Union Middle School were well-represented by FFA members at […] Jan 3, 2025 · Genaw told the newspaper she is still actively coaching the Tama Turtles as a 4-H volunteer while also continuing to assist the South Tama Archery team with coaching and tournaments. Dec 27, 2024 · Kucera, a native of rural Tama County — “dead center” between Traer, Toledo, Clutier and Garwin, as he put it — came around to his line of work a bit later in life, originally intending to get into the family business of agriculture after he graduated from North Tama High School in 1971. He was born February 10, 1939, in Garrison, Iowa, son of Joseph Marshall and Hazel (Davis) Spencer. “Looking back at our election […] Apr 26, 2024 · Lori Lynn Grant, 62, of Tama- Toledo, Iowa, passed away on March 12, 2024, at UnityPoint Health-Marshalltown Hospital. Dan Brandt, 80, of Marshalltown died Jan. 4, 2024 – has been reset for a third time to later this summer. 12, […] Nov 15, 2024 · TRAER – Under second year head coach Andrew Knaack, 10 North Tama football players were named to all-district teams this season including senior Kolt Knaack who was named the Class 1A District 3 MVP. Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, January 11 at the Geneseo Methodist Church in rural Buckingham, with burial in the Geneseo Cemetery. M. At first, he took a job with Traer Cabinet on a construction crew and began driving a truck. 6 session of the Class 1A IGHSAU state wrestling tournament at Xtream Arena in Coralville. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa) made her way to Tama County last week Thursday, stopping by Traer’s local grocery store, Hometown Foods, on an official visit for both a tour and some lunchtime specials. Upon his graduation from high school in 1968, Gerald attended Iowa State University. on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at Mitchell Family Funeral Home, with a vigil at 7:00 P. Feb 28, 2025 · TOLEDO – Tama County’s 911 communications director has parted ways with the county. Larry J. With four county offices up for election in November, Tama County voters are guaranteed to see at least three new faces in office once the election proceedings conclude later this year. 3 from 11 a. Blake, fresh off her […] Oct 3, 2024 · TOLEDO – Following a 14-month special investigation, the Iowa State Auditor’s office announced this week that former Tama County Conservation Director Stephen Mayne improperly spent nearly $77,000 in public funds. While they lack chain stores, restaurants, and other amenities, small towns can have a […] Nov 15, 2024 · north tama telegraph LA PORTE CITY – Following the narrow failure of Union Community School District’s $20. 4, basketball game in Conrad. 76. According to the Iowa State Patrol crash report, Jason David Williams, 19, of Dysart died at the scene. Feb 21, 2025 · Dennis Dean Hatton, 60, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 10, 2025, at UnityPoint Medical Center, Waterloo, IA. 5 points) and Cardinal in […] Feb 9, 2024 · Tama County Administration Building, 104 W State St. And while very little action was taken during the nearly 90-minute meeting, incremental progress was made toward the commission’s goal […] Dec 13, 2024 · TRAER – A pair of retirements by longtime members of the Traer community dominated the most recent meeting of the Traer City Council. In […] Oct 25, 2024 · Pamela Lenth Ohrt Pam, 80, of Franklin, TN, formerly of Traer, IA, passed away peacefully on Oct. Paul’s Catholic Church in Traer on Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 10:30 a. When the […] Feb 28, 2025 · WATERLOO – Iowa FFA’s Northeast District held its Southwest Sub-District contest on February 19, 2025, at Hawkeye Community College. Experts, including Catherine Cummings (Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Chronic Wasting Disease Specialist), emphasize the importance of monitoring Feb 21, 2025 · DYSART – Wheelchairs 4 Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children with mobility challenges, is thrilled to announce that Brady McGivern, a nine-year-old boy who is living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, has received a foldable power chair, thanks to the generous donation of the Max Lopez family. While she waits on achieving that milestone, however, she’s started helping her dad, Tama County Sheriff’s Deputy Casey Schmidt with his election for sheriff by creating one of […] Oct 5, 2021 · North Tama girls came in 16th out of 20 scoring teams by breaking a tie with Nodaway Valley by sending seven runners across the finish line to NV’s five. The La Porte-Dysart FFA Chapter was part of a strong roster of area FFA chapters with members participating in Leadership Development Events. Worthen, a two-time state champion, booked her return to the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) State Wrestling Championships in Coralville this week following the Class 1A Regional tournament held at eight sites throughout the […] Dec 13, 2024 · LA PORTE CITY – Top-ranked local talent dominated the mats on Thursday, Dec. The Main Street Dysart gourmet kitchen store and coffee shop owned by Kathy Bonewitz and her mother Mary Huffman recently marked its 10th anniversary. 11 North Mahaska Invitational, the Redhawk girls finished third with 98 points out of 10 teams behind LeMars in second (114. 29. 4 council meeting – ushering in what is most likely the municipality’s first all-female governing body. Brilliant Venus will be unmistakable at its highest point in the sky and setting after it is fully dark. Adam Ledvina, 30, of Chelsea owns and operates Iowa Kiko Goats and Blue Collar Goatscaping — respectively a commercial breeding and meat goat business combined with a prescribed goat grazing “goatscaping” business for clearing out brush […] Jan 26, 2024 · BUCKINGHAM – Larry J. She was raised in Traer and graduated from Traer-Clutier High School in 1962. Deke and Lucille Vogt Deke in Traer, Iowa. TOLEDO – As the sun stretched and yawned and rose in the east to shine down on another chilly winter day, the usual faces gathered for the Monday, Jan. Jenny attended Dinsdale and North […] Oct 24, 2024 · Union’s Amilia ‘Millie’ Condon nears the finish line at the North Iowa Cedar League Cross Country Championships on Thursday, Oct. Kim Reynolds in late January last year, a group of Tama County residents began working to expand the educational options available to students in grades K-8 by founding a private, accredited Christian school in the Tama-Toledo area. 5, during Union’s quad with North Tama, Vinton-Shellsburg, and Aplington-Parkersburg/Grundy Center with the Class 2A No. 4 days ago · Karina Cooper, a longtime rural Traer resident and mother, was arrested a year ago this past February following a more than two-and-a-half year investigation by both the Tama County Sheriff’s Office and the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation into the death of her husband Ryan Cooper, 42, who was found deceased in their shared home in the Feb 21, 2025 · DES MOINES — Two top-seeded wrestlers derailed North Tama’s wrestlers during Friday’s Class 1A session of the boys state wrestling tournament at Wells Fargo Arena. 1. We will print responses for the next three weeks in alphabetical order beginning with the Iowa House of Representatives; District 1 Supervisor and County Treasurer will print next […] Feb 7, 2025 · MARSHALLTOWN – A Traer-Clutier High School Class of 1962 graduate who spent his formative years in rural Buckingham and placed public service above self was laid to rest on Friday, Jan. 10, as the board of supervisors once again discussed reassigning the duties of the HR department at the top of the agenda. Union Middle School (UMS) students averaged a 3. Lori spent her childhood in Oelwein, Iowa and […] Feb 7, 2025 · TOLEDO – A crowded room greeted members of the Tama County Zoning Commission on Wednesday, Jan. A miles-long […] Nov 30, 2023 · TOLEDO – Last Monday’s Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting kicked off like usual with the Tama County Engineer’s report. com “The People Are Kind: A Religious History of Iowa,” the first book from Clutier author Bill Douglas, is out now and published through Wipf and Stock. Learn about its history, ownership, circulation, and sister newspapers. TOLEDO – Last Monday’s Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting was a quick one, as there was only one item on the agenda. ” Jesus reminded him of several commandments – you shall not commit adultery, you shall not murder, you shall not steal, you shall not bear […] Nov 22, 2024 · TOLEDO – In what has become a multiyear saga mired in controversy, the developers behind Salt Creek Wind (SCW) – the latest iteration of a central Tama County commercial wind energy project – might finally begin construction following the outcome of a contentious Tama County Zoning Board of Adjustment appeal hearing. Feb 16, 2024 · Tama County Administration Building, 104 W State St. From starting in fourth grade to qualifying this season for the 2025 Rifle and Pistol National Junior Olympics in April, Dudys’ achievements are remarkable. The winning story was a feature about the BobLarry Custom Leather shop in Dysart. Jun 14, 2024 · Dominga Pérez Gutiérrez, 46, of Tama, and formerly of Guatemala, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. Feb 27, 2024 · A boys tennis sharing agreement with North Tama High School for the spring 2024 season was approved. Prior to Genaw, Bruck was hired as the county’s naturalist in late August 2022 to replace Brendan Kelly who had resigned that July to take a job in construction after being with Tama County Conservation for Dec 6, 2024 · A vehicle passes a construction crew picking up traffic cones on eastbound U. – […] Feb 7, 2025 · north tama telegraph DUBUQUE — Loras College has announced the names of students who achieved Dean’s List status for the 2024 fall semester. 13, to a winter morning covered in frost. During the Jan. 2,1944 and adopted by the late Don and Joyce Lenth. The Engineer stated that 250th Street west of B Avenue has all been rocked, and they’re still rolling on the previously mentioned snow traps. Patrick’s Day Parade’ in downtown Dysart which was held on March 17, 2022. Feb 21, 2025 · All area school districts including North Tama and Union canceled classes for the day during the storm; many districts also delayed school by two hours the next day on Feb. Jan 3, 2025 · A vehicle passes by the automatic license plate reader (ALPR) installed on a pole along US 63 north of Traer last Sunday afternoon. Apr 30, 2024 · North Tama senior Jared Dvorak (center front) pictured alongside Redhawk boys basketball assistant coach Laura Ridout (seated left) and members of the 2023-24 North Tama basketball team last Friday, April 26, in the gym commons following Dvorak’s BVU signing ceremony. 15, in Jewell at South Hamilton High School following the completion of the Class 1A District 9 tournament including (from left) runner-up Max Monat (113) and district champion Kolt Knaack (150). During the Monday, Dec. 29, during their first meeting since the Board of Supervisors enacted tandem wind and solar moratoriums on Jan. The sharing agreement will not impact the program’s classification. ‘Dreamt of this since I was a little kid’ The 2024 Class 2A State Champion at 150 pounds, Union wrestler Caleb Olson (center) pictured on the podium Saturday evening at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. 18, at the Tama County Pork Producers annual banquet in Gladbrook after his homemade butterfinger pie won first place in the men’s division of the best pie competition. 23 GPA, while Union High School (UHS) students averaged a 3. Not pictured, head coach Ryan Ridout. Others say everything’s price will go up. 2 seconds, beating her nearest competitor by nearly 24 seconds. , […] Feb 7, 2023 · At the inaugural Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union state wrestling tournament in Coralville last Friday, Union sophomore Jillian ‘Monster’ Worthen proved beyond any reasonable doubt that she is one of the best female wrestlers in Iowa right now – taking the state championship at 105 pounds and thereby repeating her Feb. to 10 p. “Yes there was a fatal motor vehicle crash in the 1700 block of Highway […] Jan 17, 2025 · TRAER – North Tama wrestling celebrated the senior members of its squad on Tuesday, Jan. Lori spent her childhood in Oelwein, Iowa and […] Jan 24, 2025 · North Tama Telegraph rmaharry@timesrepublican. During a news conference held Wednesday morning, State Auditor Rob Sand discussed his office’s findings — namely, that Mayne, who resigned from his position with […] Jan 17, 2025 · VAN HORNE – Knights senior wrestler Jillian ‘Monster’ Worthen, a three time state medalist including back to back titles at 105 pounds her freshman and sophomore years, added yet another accolade to her extensive list of honors during the Benton Lady Cat Duals on Friday, Jan. Long-time District 1 Supervisor Larry Vest recently announced his intent […]. Services will be held at St. [But] God is good. Being the Iowa State Junior Champion for both air […] Nov 5, 2024 · WEBSTER CITY — The North Tama volleyball team qualified for state for the fifth time in the last eight seasons by methodically outplaying No. m. Feb 7, 2025 · TOLEDO – A crowded room greeted members of the Tama County Zoning Commission on Wednesday, Jan. And while very little action was taken during the nearly 90-minute meeting, incremental progress was made toward the commission’s goal […] 4 days ago · LA PORTE CITY – Union Community School District middle school and high school students achieved impressive academic success during the first semester of the 2024-25 school year. It is a tricky bill. Jan 10, 2025 · TAMA – After months of searching for the right candidate, the Tama-Toledo Christian School (TTCS) has a new leader following the recent hiring of administrator Tana Whitton of Ankeny and formerly of Las Vegas. This year’s parade will take place the day before the holiday, on Saturday, March 16. 18, 2020, in light of recent news President-elect Donald Trump may again attempt to privatize the U. with burial to follow at St. com From left to right, Daweyn Albertsen, Farm Bureau Regional Manager Rob Pangbrun, Cordt Holub, Sierra Hagedon, Rep. With Ridout at the helm along with his wife and assistant coach Laura Ridout, the Redhawks finished the 2023-24 season 8-12 (6-5) overall and third in […] Dec 20, 2024 · LaVera “Vera” Arp, 103, of Traer, IA passed away Friday, December 13, 2024, at her residence. Dec 13, 2024 · TRAER – The 2024 Holiday Happenings parade lit up downtown Traer last Friday evening as part of the Chamber of Commerce’s annual two-day holiday extravaganza. Feb 7, 2025 · Lori Ann Bayles Yuska was born at Iowa Methodist Hospital In Des Moines to Charles Courtney and Helen Joan Bayles on December 7, 1958. Feb 28, 2025 · What I love about rural America is how it is a microcosm of society. He attended Perry # 6 rural school and Traer High School, graduating seventy-five years ago in May 1949. A miles-long […] Feb 23, 2024 · North Tama wrestler Kolt Knaack, a junior, also secured a spot on the podium Saturday evening by placing sixth at 144 pounds. David was born December 22, 1946, in Dallas, OR, the son of Wesley and Marjorie […] Feb 14, 2025 · Advertising Lead Rhonda James and the North Tama Telegraph won first place for a community event with an ad promoting the Meskwaki Powwow, and Editor Ruby McAllister won both first and second place in the Best News Feature category. When these small towns dot the landscape, they are each unique and self-reliant communities. Nov 2, 2023 · North Tama Telegraph rmaharry@timesrepublican. […] Feb 19, 2024 · On Monday, Karina Cooper was charged in Tama County District Court with one count of murder in the first degree, a Class A felony, and was held on a cash/surety bond in the amount of $1,000,000. 15, 1956, in Iowa City, Iowa. In an email to North Tama staff sent Friday afternoon that was shared with the Telegraph, Hill indicated his commitment to the district would remain as strong as ever in the weeks and Dec 13, 2024 · TRAER – Both the girls and boys North Tama basketball teams marked their respective season openers on Monday, Dec. Mar 31, 2022 · Tama County is preparing for one of its most active elections in recent memory. Jan 10, 2025 · Team alums and 2024 seniors Adelyn Sienknecht (North Tama High School), Kaylynn Murty (STC High School), Olivia Hanson (Union High School), Ryan Hosek (North Tama High School), and William Kroneman (Benton Community High School) were all recognized for their individual $2,000 Iowa Youth Beef Team Scholarship award and for each earning a $500 bonus for their Masters of Beef Advocacy certification. His courageous battle with cancer was over. , Toledo, Iowa. The fifth-ranked Redhawks (25-15) beat the Wolverines (30-3) in four intense […] Feb 21, 2025 · DES MOINES — Two top-seeded wrestlers derailed North Tama’s wrestlers during Friday’s Class 1A session of the boys state wrestling tournament at Wells Fargo Arena. Postal Service. Jan 25, 2024 · WAVERLY, IA — The Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District recently announced three finalists in its search for the district’s next superintendent including North Tama Superintendent David Hill. 14 GPA. Condon, a senior, won the conference title with a final time of 18 minutes, 43. Jeremy Cremeans, now-former Tama County 911 Communications Director, voluntarily entered into a severance agreement with the Tama County E-911 Service Board on Jan. Mike Jacobson’s Legislative Bill 37, which resembles rail-safety bills that Sep 20, 2024 · The Craft family donated funds to honor their daughter, Kate, a former Union student-athlete who died of brain cancer in 2023. He was born Oct. Creating something, anything Feb 4, 2025 · WILLIAMSBURG – In addition to North Tama’s state qualifiers Briar Blake and Addison ‘Addy’ Hochstetler, five other Redhawk wrestlers competed at the Class 1A Region 8 state qualifier meet held in Williamsburg last Friday night including sophomore Grace Dvorak who was ranked for the first time just prior to regionals, clocking in at No. The North Tama senior recorded his 150th win, pinning his opponent in a dual with Oelwein as part […] Jan 11, 2024 · TRAER – U. Republican Central Committee chair Mark Doland. Running unopposed on the Nov. Those honored include Kolt Knaack, son of Nicole and Coach Andrew Knaack; Gavin Rausch, son of Regan and Matt Rausch; Briar Blake, daughter of Sara and Phil Blake; Ava Monat, daughter […] Jan 18, 2024 · Much like the rest of Iowa, Republican caucusgoers in Tama County overwhelmingly favored one candidate Monday night for the 2024 presidential nominee – former president Donald Trump who garnered more than 58% of the caucus vote share according to unofficial results shared with the newspaper by Tama Co. As of early Tuesday afternoon, she was still being held in custody at the Tama County Jail. When one wants to encourage domestic production, tariffs make sense. 6) roundtable event at the Tama Civic Center. MCALLISTER DYSART – Leatherworking has taken Feb 14, 2025 · North Tama’s Addison ‘Addy’ Hochstetler has her hand raised by the official after triumphing in her first-round match over Mount Vernon’s Addi Whisner (left) during the Thursday, Feb. 12, 2024. Gerald proudly served as a member of the US Army reserves from 1970-1976. Per David’s wishes, private family services will be held. To be honored, a student must have earned a minimum 3. Ahead of the parade — which ventured down Second Street amid seasonably cold but perfectly calm weather just after 6:30 p. Knaack claimed the 144-pound title and will be joined at state by first-time qualifier Maxon ‘Max’ Monat, a sophomore, who was […] Aug 9, 2024 · North Tama Telegraph rmaharry@timesrepublican. Doris retired from teaching at North Tama in June of 1999. January 31, 2025. 1 day ago · The Legislature’s Transportation and Telecommunications Committee took testimony Monday on North Platte state Sen. Jan 17, 2025 · north tama telegraph file photo A Tama County Against Turbines (TCAT) yard sign bowls over in the wind along the edge of a farm field near Clutier in the spring of 2022. 15. Oct 25, 2024 · DYSART – Ahead of the Nov. Jan 18, 2024 · TAMA COUNTY – Following the passage of the Students First Act which was signed into law by Gov. TRAER — Kolt Knaack added another milestone to his high school wrestling career on Tuesday night. Governor Adam Gregg stopped by Traer’s downtown for a quick tour courtesy of Tama County Economic Development Executive Director Katherine Ollendieck. TELEGRAPH FILE PHOTO. The public comment time kicked off the meeting with last week’s wind moratorium being the main subject. She was also preceded in death by a son, Douglas Dierks and sister, Shirley Blasé. com MESKWAKI SETTLEMENT — A search began on Saturday, June 8, and finished on Wednesday, June 12 for missing Meskwaki woman Rita Janelle Papakee, who was last seen on Jan. Dierks, 86, passed away on December 7th, 2024, in Bristol, VA. Funeral services were held 10:30 a. 26, 2024, defense attorney Leon […] 4 days ago · north tama telegraph Katie Sires of Katie and the Honky Tonks performs at The Parsonage in Traer last June during Ripley United Church of Christ’s open mic night. Jim’s “day job,” as […] Feb 23, 2024 · TRAER – Last Friday just ahead of five o’clock, Iowa Lt. Postal Service is under threat of collapse and privatization. 7, during the home triangular with Oelwein and AGWSR. People say this is how we fix the economy. 4 days ago · TRAER – There are many ways to pay one’s respects – haphazardly driving through a nearly 170-year-old cemetery and causing damage to headstones is certainly not one of those ways. On Tuesday, Nov. 17, at Jesup Golf and Country Club. Be sure to check […] Feb 2, 2024 · While at North Tama, he entered into a sharing agreement with nearby Gladbrook-Reinbeck in 2016 which lasted four years. Novak, 64, of Chicago, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2014 at his home. Union’s roster Thursday evening boasted four wrestlers ranked by IAWrestle ahead of the meet including sophomore […] Feb 7, 2025 · north tama telegraph FAYETTE – Upper Iowa University has announced the Dean’s List for the 2024 Fall Semester. 2022 state performance. Sep 20, 2024 · TRAER-George Kadrmas was born December 6, 1930 on the Kadrmas family farm in southern Perry township in Tama county, the son of Joseph and Elsie Psota Kadrmas. 2, by beating Belle Plaine at home in the Redhawks Nest with the girls blitzing the Plainsmen 51-31 and the boys winning 55-44. 50 grade point average and be enrolled as a full-time student. The partial eclipse will begin at 12:09 a. “Local people were approached but they weren’t able to do it. 30, in the Class 1A Region 7 final at Webster City High School. Rep. The Peterson family lived in Traer for the first four years of Diderik’s life before moving to Grundy Center. 5, Superintendent John Howard sent a letter to district families. Out of the many tasty entries, Sheriff Schmidt’s […] Feb 4, 2025 · SOLON — For the fourth time in as many years, Union’s Jillian ‘Monster’ Worthen is heading back to Coralville. 5 million bond referendum on Tuesday, Nov. Proponents for this bill say it prevents litigators from bringing frivolous lawsuits which have racked up millions of dollars to cancer patient lawsuits. Bledsoe’s art will be on display at the Traer Public Library through February. , Wednesday, December 18, 2024 Feb 21, 2025 · Supervisors officially reassign HR, insurance duties after Wise firing February 21, 2025 - Local News TOLEDO - The fallout from the controversial firing of former Tama County Human Resources Manager and Insurance Administrator Tammy Wise continued on Monday, Feb. MCALLISTER DYSART – It’s been 10 years since Dec 7, 2023 · TRAER – With much of her family by her side, Ruth (née Redfearn) Rasmussen, longtime Traer resident and founder of the town’s famed Salt & Pepper Shaker Gallery, celebrated her 100th birthday last Saturday at Sunrise Hill Care and Rehab Center. 20, the fundraiser — organized by event chairs Amber Pippert and Dawn Stoakes with assistance from Aly Goken and Abby […] Mar 8, 2024 · Dysart Mayor Tim Glenn, center, waves to the crowd while leading the very first ‘Iowa’s Shortest St. Totality will end at 2:31, and the partial eclipse will end […] Dec 6, 2024 · Telegraph note: This story first published in the Sun Courier newspaper on Friday, Nov. The settlement stems from a complaint the board received on March […] Sep 22, 2022 · Collectively from 1939 to 1948, Clutier’s girls’ basketball teams had a 201-18-1 record, according to previous North Tama Telegraph reporting. Feb 21, 2025 · Senate Study Bill 1051 has entered the state legislature. com A table set up inside of Rube’s offers a recreation of what it might have looked like to sit down for dinner in 1973, the year the steakhouse opened. 13 due to the intense cold while also dismissing early on Friday, Valentine’s Day, in anticipation of another, albeit less significant round of snow that evening. REINBECK – While the name might make a passerby ponder, there is certainly nothing at all disagreeable about Reinbeck’s newest bar. Dec 15, 2023 · Returning to her love of educating young minds, Doris taught first grade at the Geneseo School from 1960-1962, then substituted for several years resuming full-time teaching in 1978 for the North Tama School system-first in Clutier for two years and then in the Traer center. Pam was born on Aug. According to Hometown Foods owners Doug and Jill Eilderts – who purchased the Traer location in 2020 – there […] Jul 26, 2024 · CLUTIER – Bring your lawn chairs and join the fun next weekend for two days of entertainment and family-friendly activities as part of the annual town celebration, Clutier Fun Day, and the Bohemian Plum Festival Concert series. Braving the chilly air in knit caps and mittens, the usual group made their way to the week’s supervisors meeting. Ronald Lee Novak was born on August 14, 1949, in Toledo, Iowa, the son of Bernard and Doris (Novotny) Novak. 5 general election ballot for Tama County Supervisor District 3, Heather Knebel, a 35-year-old Republican from rural Traer, sailed to victory in her […] Apr 29, 2024 · He was later transported to Tama County and charged with first degree murder, a Class A felony. Dec 27, 2024 · Telegraph Note: We are republishing this column first published by The Conversation on Aug. This week we feature responses from those running for Iowa House District 76 which includes the communities of Traer, Dysart, and Buckingham in Tama County. 6. Dec 20, 2024 · Sandra J. During a ceremony held that evening to which the public was invited, Union Superintendent John Howard along […] Jan 24, 2025 · As Iowa’s 2024-25 girls and boys high school wrestling seasons race toward late January/mid-February finales, respectively, North Tama’s squads have continued to find success on the mats. Dominga will be laid to […] Mar 1, 2024 · TRAER – In his first year as head coach of the North Tama boys basketball team, Ryan Ridout has been named the Iowa Star South Coach of the Year. Although Venus will be moving eastward in its orbit, from our perspective it will appear to be almost motionless while the dim background stars slowly stream […] May 10, 2024 · KE Black Mercantile's storefront and outdoor seating area pictured on May 9. 2 regular meeting, the resignation of council member Jon Panfil was approved following the news Panfil and his wife Diane are relocating to Waukee as part of their […] Aug 16, 2024 · North Tama Telegraph rmaharry@timesrepublican. on Sunday, March 24 at Mitchell Family Funeral Home (1209 Iowa Ave W, Marshalltown, IA 50158). Piles are being placed in the bridge project on K Avenue, […] Feb 7, 2025 · Precast wall by precast wall, North Tama addition begins to take shape. In 1961, Clutier merged with Traer, and the Clutier High School was closed – thereby drawing to an end the Chargin’ Czechs’ history but certainly not its legacy as evidenced by the enthusiastic welcome the ball received 80 years later. Pritchard, 90, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Friendship Village in Waterloo, Iowa. 2 Knights sweeping the meet 3-0 to open the season. Per his request, there will be no public service. The U. Kindergarten through 12th grade students who are homeschooled or who are attending a public or […] Oct 26, 2023 · TRAER – As Ripley United Church of Christ looks toward regrowth and renewal in the months and years to come, Jim Coppoc has been selected to lead these efforts. The Dysart Precinct covers three townships in northeastern Tama County and is part of Iowa Senate District 38, which unofficial results show flipped from Democratic to Republican control. The segment of U. Gerald […] Dec 20, 2024 · Randall James Mathews was surrounded by his family in his last few days on earth. One also must have the right policies in place to encourage domestic production. 4 days ago · North Tama Telegraph is a local newspaper covering news, sports, opinion, obituaries and more in Tama County, Iowa. com Kelsea Shaull is the artist behind the three new welcome signs at the entrances to Vining, including this one on the south edge of town depicting the Vining Grocery and Tavern building. The device along with a second ALPR near Gladbrook is currently being tested out by the Tama County Sheriff’s Office. Knaack is now North Tama’s first four-time state wrestling qualifier. 1,500 likes · 407 talking about this. MCALLISTER Nov 15, 2024 · TOLEDO – Last week’s dark gloomy Monday morning saw the regular group of meeting-goers stacked into the Tama County Board of Supervisors’ chambers. Quilting, fishing and road trips were among her interests. He grew up in Toledo and graduated Jan 18, 2024 · Editor’s note: The Telegraph is reprinting this story which first published last week in the Sun Courier as a courtesy to our readers. 9, with a 34-28 win over Union Community at STC High School. 5 general election, Tama-Grundy Publishing sent questionnaires to all the local candidates in contested statehouse races. Worthen, a junior at Union High School, secured her trip to the 2024 Girls State Wrestling Tournament by taking first place last […] Jan 24, 2025 · LA PORTE CITY, IOWA — With the snip of a ribbon, Little Knights Learning Center–La Porte City Campus (LKLC-LPC) officially marked the opening of its temporary location inside La Porte City Elementary School this past Monday, Jan. Dec 13, 2024 · Gerald Alan Kopriva was born on December 18, 1949, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Alfred and Maxine (Prusha) Kopriva. In the boys 5K, North Tama’s solitary runner Christian Dronebarger crossed the finish line with a time of 21:36. It’s the first win of the season for the Trojans (1-3), and the program’s first win since a 37-35 win over Marshalltown on Nov. The highlight will be a total eclipse of the Moon late in the night of March 13-14. The transom windows above the clinic’s main windows feature prism glass, a form of window glass arranged so as to gather light from the sky and project it to all parts of the dark interiors. The donation is part of a bond referendum for a new gymnasium at Union High School in La Porte City. Spencer, 84, of Buckingham, Iowa, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, at UnityPoint Allen Hospital in Waterloo. Mar 15, 2024 · DYSART – She may be just nine years old, but Maecy Schmidt harbors some big dreams including one day becoming the first female sheriff of Tama County. Held at the Dysart Community Building on the evening of Jan. NORTH TAMA TELEGRAPH FILE PHOTO Nov 4, 2021 · Hiring out a herd of goats for weed management has led to big business for one Tama County farmer. 5 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours to be recognized. TOLEDO — The weeklong trial of former Elberon Public Library Director Bailey Anne Jenkins concluded last Friday as a Tama County jury found her guilty of solicitation to commit a felony and second degree criminal mischief after a group of children ransacked and vandalized the Feb 18, 2025 · North Tama’s 2025 boys wrestling state qualifiers pictured on Saturday, Feb. Feb 14, 2025 · North Tama senior forward Josh Dostal (5) snares a rebound in front of BCLUW’s Kevin Hill during the Tuesday, Feb. Ashley Hinson, Lisa Kubik, Rebecca Dostal and Derek Kienzle pose for a photo at the conclusion of last Tuesday’s (Aug. Seda received $100 for his first place finish. Highway 30 near the Iowa Highway 21 exit north of Belle Plaine on Tuesday, Oct. The superintendent said North Tama had at least two students who plan to play with Union. Jim is a graduate of United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, with a long record of both pulpit and music ministry. Kolt Knaack took his first loss of the season against defending state champion Corbin Reisz of Logan-Magnolia in the 150-pound semifinals, while Maxon Monat’s season came to an end against […] 4 days ago · TRAER – Anthony Dudys, a sophomore at North Tama High School, has demonstrated incredible talent and dedication to the sport of shooting. 10 – her 100th high school career win. Born April 11, 1951, Jenny was raised in Dinsdale, Iowa and had a kind, sweet, generous nature, always offering a helping hand to friends and family. 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