Visual reminder of veteran sacrifice found decades later

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Jessica Jensen | Managing EditorThe red crepe paper poppy has long been a visual reminder of the sacrifice of veterans, thanks to the goal of the American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Program started in 1921 to connect the two. Recently, Rock Rapids American Legion...

Twins thankful for special bond at 90

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Jennifer Kor | Staff WriterGrowing up with a twin means always having someone by your side and having a special connection few in the world understand. For Minerva Vander Streek and Winerva Hulstein, this connection is important to them as they celebrate their 90th...

Final cut Gitchie makes it to the big screen

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FOR A TELEVISION AUDIENCE Phil and Sandy Hamman have written two books about the infamous Gitchie Manitou murders in 1973. Now their retelling of the story will be featured in the true crime documentary “Killer Siblings.” The episode will air Nov. 14 at 5 p.m. central...

Iowans break previous state voting records

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General Election By 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, nearly 300 voters had cast their ballots at the George Community Center. Voters who were unable to enter the community center took advantage of curbside voting. Poll workers brought ballots to residents in the comfort of...