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Following the acquisition of Two Rivers Bank at the end of 2021, First State Bank & Trust rebranded the company to RVR Bank effective June 1. The name change had been in the works over the … more
To begin, I would like to take a moment to remember Elizabeth Elliott. Elizabeth covered the board meetings at APS for the Citizen for a few years. During that time, she covered COVID issues and many … more
Nearly 4,600 graduates received degrees from Iowa State University this spring. Graduate and undergraduate commencement ceremonies were held May 11–13 at Hilton Coliseum. The following … more
More than 9,800 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the spring semester Dean’s List. Students named to the … more
The ongoing drought affecting most parts of Nebraska does not appear to be waning soon in the opinion of area meteorologists. May was the driest on-record for the state of Nebraska, with … more
Editor’s note: This is part of the ongoing series “Mysteries at the Museum,” featuring different items found at the Washington County Museum. The Pikes Peak Gold Rush sent … more
One of the most important principles in Kevin Willis' life is to serve others. "I really hope in the end that I made enough little difference that it's a big difference," he said. "You never … more
The Olson Retreat Center is officially open for campers and guests who visit Camp Fontanelle. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held last Friday morning, in front of Camp Fontanelle employees, … more
For a little more than two years, Elizabeth Elliott told the stories of Washington County residents and shared her many years of writing experience with the county. Elliott, 46, died April 27 … more
Roads Dept. approvals David Kruger, highway superintendent, provided a few updates to the Washington County Board of Supervisors during its regular meeting May 23. Board Vice Chairman Bob … more
Parents and family gathered in the old gym for the Arlington sixth grade graduation Thursday morning. The ceremony included performances by the sixth grade band and choir and student awards as … more
Sixth grade Boys Shot Put: first, Carter Beaty — 20 feet 2 inches ; second, Jack Fletcher — 19 feet 8 inches; third, Landon Chappelear — 19 feet 7 inches; fourth, Mason Sasek … more
The 147th academic year at St. Paul Lutheran School ended on May 17.   The closing chapel service, led by Pastor Jason Duley, focused on God's great goodness throughout the school … more
Thirty-six Spanish students from Arlington High School attained national recognition for their performance on the 2023 National Spanish Examinations. Students from Arlington High School earned a … more
Arlington High School was recently recognized as being one of the 100 best Working in Support of Education (W!se) schools for teaching personal finance. The nonprofit awards this achievement … more
Below are the Washington County Memorial Day services, slated for May 29: Blair Blair's Memorial Day service will take place at the Blair Cemetery beginning at 10 a.m. Arlington … more
Coltin Bebensee, a decade-long law enforcement officer, was promoted to patrol sergeant by Sheriff Mike Robinson Friday afternoon in front of colleagues and family members. Bebensee worked for … more
The Arlington High School class of 2023 threw their caps in the air and cheered on as they finished their commencement ceremony Sunday afternoon in the Main Gym. The 53 senior Eagles received … more
To change things up this year, the Blair Police Department (BPD) and Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) celebrated National Peace Officers Memorial Week by starting with a Blue Light Vigil … more
Road improvement project options presented Plans for a street improvement project along West Dodge Street, south of Arlington High School continue to come together as the Village Board of … more
Roads Dept. bids approved The Washington County Board of Supervisors approved three bids for Roads Dept. projects across the county during its regular meeting May 9. First, the board … more
Representatives from Cargill’s Blair facility Cares Council visited the Little Sioux Scout Ranch on May 11 to celebrate the success of the Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation’s … more
On March 11, the Arlington Youth Foundation (AYF) hosted nearly 600 attendees for its wild game feed and auction, where they raised money for area youth. As a result, AYF will donate more than … more
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