The annual Memorial Community Hospital and Health System (MCH) Auxiliary Rummage Sale is held to bring discounted items to the Washington County area while also helping out area students. The … more

Anyone who’s ever had a new next door neighbor move in, knows there’s always a little anxiety involved. Will they be a good neighbor or a troublemaker? Will they be your new best friends … more

The Fort Calhoun City Council recently approved at its Aug. 25 meeting to conduct a citywide speed study, which will focus on monitoring speeds along its busiest roads — Clay Street and U.S. … more

The fungi are a group of plant-like, spore-producing organisms that do not make their own food like other plants.  They feed on organic matter and are very important in the recycling of … more

The newly-formed Arlington High School (AHS) FFA Alumni and Supporters Organization was kicked off Monday evening with its first meeting.  During the meeting, many community members … more

Hummingbirds are among the most colorful birds possessing glittering, iridescent plumage.  Most are very small and expend energy very rapidly. They make up for this by feeding almost … more

Picture a scene of police bursting through the door of a local newspaper office, and then they proceed to search the place and confiscate computers, hard drives and cell phones of reporters. … more

Barley is a member of the grass family and is a major cereal grain.  It is rich in many nutrients and provides some impressive health benefits. It was one of the first cultivated … more

A recent public notice in the Pilot-Tribune newspaper last week revealed the salaries of everyone on the city of Blair payroll. It was an interesting read, revealing the city administrator as the top … more

Hedgehogs are small mammals living in many kinds of climates and terrains in parts of Europe, Africa and Asia.  Some 100 years ago settlers also introduced them to New Zealand.  … more