Archive for September, 2009

Park Board discusses security measures

Posted: Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 at 4:56 am

Washington Park Board members are talking security at tonight’s (9/1) meeting. Parks Superintendent Tim Widmer says they’ve already taken some steps after a break in at the pool. The board will also be brushing up on workers compensation rules, and setting the 2010 pool season dates. The meeting starts at 6:30 in Washington City Hall.

IMS alum’s work to be displayed

Posted: Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 at 4:55 am

The work of an IMS graduate will be on display beginning next week as part of the schools Stories in Stone exhibit. IMS Director of Development Larry Swartzendruber says class of 92 graduate Adam Flemmings abstract sculptures of alabaster and limestone are made with only a traditional hammer and chisel. Flemmings work will be open for viewing beginning September 12 and some pieces may be purchased.

Brinning brings home bacon at swine showing

Posted: Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 at 4:55 am

A Keota 4-Her won top honors in swine show at the Iowa State Fair. Youth Coordinator Kati Peiffer says McKenna Brinning exhibited the Grand Champion Market Barrow August 18. Brinnings winning pig was auctioned off during the State Fairs Sale of Champions August 22.