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Roots to Wings is celebrating its expansion with a ribbon cutting Thursday. Pictured are volunteer Cheryl Larson, left, and Executive Director Trisha Kyllo.
Roots to Wings to celebrate expansion project
In its final stages of expansion, Roots to Wings will kick-off its new space with a ribbon cutting Dec. 1 from 4 to 5 p.m. and an open house Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The nonprofit, located at … more
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The cover of the Blair Historic Preservation Alliance and Washington County Museum's annual wall calendar.
BHPA and Washington County Museum announce calendar
At one time, Main Street was the heart of any small community. It was where people could come to shop in the variety of stores lining the city blocks. Everything from groceries to household … more
The 4-H Achievement Day was held at the Rybin Building at the Washington County Fairgrounds Sunday afternoon. The event had several activities for 4-Hers and families to participate in.
Achievement Day awards 4-Hers
Many 4-Hers were awarded during an open house at the Washington County Fairgrounds Sunday afternoon. Held at the Rybin Building, the event welcomed the 4-H members and their families to snacks, … more
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Eight Arlington Middle School students attended the Fremont Middle School Festival Choir Oct. 29. Students from Fremont, Blair, Tekamah, Bergan and Arlington prepared five songs with their classroom teachers. Pictured from left, Reid Lancaster, Gwen Bostwick, Elijah Hansen, Clayton Coe, Jax Tighe, Rachelle Praus, Emma Lucas and Peyton Brazelton.
Vocal Music Department participates in several events
The past few weeks have been busy for the Arlington Vocal Music Department.  Three weeks ago, eight middle school students attended the Fremont Middle School Festival Choir. Students … more
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The Optimist Club of Blair's Christmas Toy Project is kicking off throughout the county. The drive, in conjunction with the Adopt-a-Family aspect, has been around for more than 10 years, assisting families and children around the county during the holiday season.
Optimist Club Christmas project underway
The Blair Optimist Club is holding its annual Christmas Toy Project for the holiday season. The longtime project was created for businesses in the county to assist families during the holidays or … more
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Rebecca Smith, an Omaha-based attorney, started Read Me a Story 30 years ago in order to help connect inmates to their children while they are incarcerated. The program is available to inmates at the Washington County Justic Center.
'Something to hope for'
Editor's note: This is the first story in a series highlighting a few of the programs and services offered at the Washington County Justice Center. These programs and services, whether they were … more
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MCH receives Performance Leadership Award for Patient Perspective from Chartis Center for Rural Health
As part of the National Rural Health Day celebration, Memorial Community Hospital and Health System (MCH)] today announced it has been recognized with a 2022 Performance Leadership Award for … more
Hugh and Jane Hunt recently awarded a $1 million gift to the Washington County Community Foundation. In addition to their $1 million gift, Hugh and Jane have pledged to mach another million dollars if the Foundation can raise that amount for the endowment by the end of the year.
Washington County Community Foundation receives million dollar gift
The Washington County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce that it will receive a $1 million gift from Hugh and Jane Hunt. It is the largest single gift to the Foundation in its … more
Washington County Board of Supervisors roundup, Nov. 7
Note: The Washington County Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting Monday, Nov. 7, due to the Nov. 8 election. Federal Aid project A resolution to sign a contract with Omni … more
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Sheriff's Office signs agreement with U.S. Marshals
The Washington County Board of Supervisors approved the Sheriff's Office to sign a contract with the U.S. Marshals in order to house federal prisoners at the Washington County Jail Tuesday during the … more
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Voters register to vote at First Lutheran Church Tuesday. Poll workers described early voter turn out as steady.
Washington County sees more than 50% turnout in election
Registered voters in Washington County showed up in high numbers to the polls during the midterm general election. Voter turnout was at 59%, a little less than the 64.3% during the 2018 midterm … more
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Maria Fedulo is a 15-year-old foreign exchange student from Salvador, Brazil, who is attending Arlington High School until the end of the school year.
Foreign exchange student embraces life as an Eagle
Though she has only been at Arlington High School since the start of the semester, Maria Fedulo has fully immersed herself in the life of an Eagle. Fedulo is a 15-year-old foreign exchange … more
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Arlington Public Schools hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday morning, and featured veterans from all branches in attendance.
Arlington celebrates Veterans Day
Though a few days early, Arlington Public Schools gathered in the high school gymnasium Wednesday morning to honor the veterans in the community and to teach students about Veterans Day. The … more
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Members of "Diabetic Rainbow Cows" stops at the marker for Jamey Rhea, center, who has Type 1 Diabetes.
Arlington group raises $8,550 for JDRF foundation
On Oct. 2, Team Diabetic Rainbow Cows walked 2 miles for JDRF OneWalk at Mahoney State Park.  This year the team, led by Jamey Rhea, a type 1 diabetic, raised more than $8,550. … more
Lots of kids and plenty of candy and activities were available at the Arlington PTO trunk-or-treat Sunday afternoon.
PHOTOS: Arlington Halloween
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Arlington FBLA members run the Eagles Bank in School in conjunction with Two Rivers Bank. On Oct. 28, depositors lined up to earn a special spooky prize. In all, the tellers served more than 100 elementary students who deposited more than $630.
FBLA continues savings program
Students in Arlington have gotten a head start in saving funds as early as kindergarten. Arlington High School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members have run the Eagles Bank in School … more
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A look at the General Election ballot
Voters will hit the polls Tuesday for the 2022 General Election. Following are candidates for statewide, county and local seats up for election: Statewide Governor and Lt. Governor … more
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Planning Commission prepares for Comp. Plan and Zoning Regulations meetings
The Washington County Planning Commission set the dates for its public information meetings to hear thoughts on the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Regulations. The dates are set as follows: Nov. … more
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Students in Austyn McKee's classes participated in a pen pal program with students at Sangsan Advanced Science and Math High School in South Korea. Pictured back from left, Trey Hill, Colby Clapper, Wyatt Johnson, Hannah Goodwater, Kelise Krivohlavek and Chris Abbott. Pictured front row from left, Taylor Arp, Miranda Retzlaff and Avalon Wright.
Friends from overseas
Arlington students were able to connect with peers their age on the other side of the world. All of the sophomores, plus a few junior and senior students in Austyn McKee's classes, participated … more
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Washington County Board of Supervisors roundup, Oct. 25
Roads Dept. updates and approvals The Washington County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several requests by Bill Hansel of the Roads Department Tuesday at its regular meeting. The … more
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Shadow, a therapy dog owned by Sarah Eades Hamilton of ESU3, works in Fort Calhoun and Arlington to provide comfort to students in therapy sessions.
Therapy dog comforts students, staff in Fort Calhoun, Arlington
One labradoodle and her owner have helped students and staff alike relax during the school day. Sarah Eades Hamilton, a school mental health therapist for Education Service Unit #3 (ESU3) and … more
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Record highs, fires headline unusual day
The swaying leaves in the October wind aren't an unusual sight but what the thermometer read on Oct. 23 was. Taylor Nicolaisen, Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Valley, Blair … more
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Valley man found guilty of two misdemeanors
A Valley man who left the scene of an accident and being in possession of marijuana accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday during Washington County District Court. Tyler Heston, 22, … more
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A large number of veterans attended the Arlington Public School's Veterans Day program in 2021.
APS Veterans Day program scheduled early this year
Arlington Public Schools will celebrate the veterans in its community a bit earlier this year. The Veterans Day assembly will be held Nov. 9 at 9 a.m., and will also include, after two years, … more
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Wisconsin man takes plea deal for theft
An Eau Claire, Wisc., man who was found with a stolen vehicle parked at an Arlington gas station accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Joseph … more
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