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Tue
31
Mar

JUST FOR FUN

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 14:37

 

By Pam Reinig

Register Editor

 

The custom of setting aside a day for playing harmless pranks on family, friends and co-workers stretches back to the Middle Ages. References to it can be found in most cultures. Since the mid-20th century, elaborate practical jokes have be printed in newspapers and broadcast on TV and radio. Computer technology, especially the Internet, has made it possible to fool and embarrass a wider audience than ever before.

Tue
24
Mar

A day in the life: Representative relishes new role

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 14:50

 

By Pam Reinig

Register Editor

 

Editor’s note: This is the second in a new “day in the life of” series. We launched the series in February with Representative Patti Ruff who shared a specific day with readers. Today, Representative Darrel Branhagen takes a broader look at his time.

Tue
24
Mar

FAMILY AFFAIR

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 14:44

 

By Pat McTaggart

Freelance Writer

 

The day-to-day operation of Drew’s Sports Bar & Grille is definitely a family affair.  Owner Andrew “Drew” Armstrong, his wife, Kara, sister, Chelsea, and mother, Annie, all work at the popular bar and restaurant, located at 203 South Main Street in Elkader.

Wed
18
Mar

Senator Ernst addresses ag issues

Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/18/2015 - 08:48

During the 2014 campaign season, Joni Ernst traveled to all 99 Iowa counties as part of her “Iowa Knows Best” tour, talking to dozens of farmers during her stops.

By Pam Reinig
Register Editor

When plans were being made for our annual Farm and Field special section, I contacted U.S. Senator Joni Ernst through her press office with a list of ag-related questions. I’m pleased to share her answers here instead of the special section. Our Farm and Field section is inserted in this week’s Trader. Copies are also available at the Register office.
 

Register: The Iowa Legislature just passed legislation to help with revenue for needed road and bridge repairs in rural Iowa. Do you see any additional federal funding help coming as well?
 

Tue
17
Mar

BLOOD DRIVE

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/17/2015 - 13:51

 

By Pam Reinig

Register Editor

 

A few years ago, blood donations nationwide were so low that serious shortages were predicted. While the supply is steadier today, donating blood remains an important cause, which is one of the reasons that Central students are backing a local blood donation effort.

Tue
10
Mar

School upgrades, $6 million needed for improvements

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/10/2015 - 15:56

Central superintendent and elementary principal Nick Trenkamp stands between two aging boilers that need to be replaced soon.

 

By Pam Reinig

Register editor

A $6 million bond referendum for improvements to the Central School building could go before voters as early as June 30. If it passes, work at the school could start in 2016 with completion of the project following in about 36 months.

Tue
10
Mar

VOLUNTEERS TO THE RESCUE!

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/10/2015 - 15:54

 

By Pam Reinig

Register Editor

 

How many leprechauns does it take to plan a St. Patrick’s Day celebration?

For Jean Marie Hall, who heads Elkader’s annual March 17th festivities, the answer is “as many as I can get!”

Fri
06
Mar

Rivals Custom Gear- Local company outfits the bachelor

Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/06/2015 - 14:18

Shanna Hamann, co-owner of Rivals Custom Gear in Strawberry Point, stands in front of a very oversized t-shirt used by the business as a promotional item.

 

By Kim Hurley

 

Register Freelance Writer

 

Fri
06
Mar

KIDS HELPING KIDS

Submitted by admin on Fri, 03/06/2015 - 14:16

 

By Pam Reinig

Register Editor

 

Three Central students are reaching 7,900 miles across the globe to help youngsters in Uganda.

Wed
25
Feb

Hydroponics at Central, Growing tomatoes, lettuce year-round

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/25/2015 - 09:40

Josie Fettkether, Central FFA president, holds a tray of the growing medium used to raise lettuce and tomatoes indoors at the school.

By Pam Reinig
Register Editor

Long before area gardeners set the first tender vegetable plants into the ground, Central students will be enjoying fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes and leafy lettuce grown in a basement-level classroom. And they’ll continue harvesting and eating the veggies until the school year ends.

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