February 24 benefit for Noah Ohrt By Margaret Thomsen

February 17, 2012 John Shouse has announced plans for a February 24 benefit for Noah Ohrt. The benefit will be held at the Uptown Lounge in Gladbrook and will take place from 5 to 10 PM. more »»

Harold R. Hoppe, 97

February 17, 2012 Harold R. Hoppe, 97, of Rock Island, Illinois, retired bank officer, died Thursday, February 9, 2012, at Trinity Rock Island, Rock Island, Illinois. Services are 11:00 a.m. more »»

Slices of Life By: Jill Pertler

February 17, 2012 Kicking ax and other 9-year-old perspectives Our youngest son entered this world with an intense need to communicate. And ask questions. And talk (just ask his fourth grade teacher). more »»

News Briefs

January 27, 2012 Garwin American Legion Lounge The Garwin American Legion Lounge is now open Fri., Sat., and Sun., at 1 p.m. Public is welcome. Upcoming events include, Sun., Feb. more »»

People in the News - Fall Dean’s List

February 17, 2012 William Penn University announces academic honors Oskaloosa, Iowa - William Penn University is pleased to announce that [Name] of [City, State] has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2011... more »»