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Renee Hettler Rucker dies at 90

Renee Hettler Rucker, 90, of Gladys passed away Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017 at Lynchburg General Hospital.  She was the wife of the late James Mason Rucker.

Local tree farm making progress

For about 40 years, people in the New Hampton area were able to chop down their own Christmas trees at Pine Acres Tree Farm, just east of town.
All that changed after 2010, thanks to snow, ice, and a hungry herd of deer.

School Board OKs five early retirements

New Hampton Elementary School will lose a wealth of experience next school year after the School Board accepted five early retirement requests during its regular meeting on Monday.

A Christmas Story: Tidings of comfort and joy

The young woman furrowed her brow and rubbed her eyes. Her fingers then straightened her long black hair.

Audit frustrations boil over

Chickasaw County Human Resources Consultant Paul Greufe, president of the human resources firm PJ Greufe and Associates out of Davenport, presented the Chickasaw County Board of Supervisors with a proposal for consulting services on Wednesday.

NHHS dancer beats nerves to make history

The “butterflies” kept Jenna Murray from even thinking about the chance that she could make a little history on the dance floor.

Cowboy poets to return to New Hampton

Marilee Mishak admits there’s a little sadness for her and her husband, Gerry, as they get ready for Cowboy Poetry’s annual appearance in Northeast Iowa.

Students get J-Term experience

New Hampton High School students don’t have to go to college to get a J-Term experience; in fact, they will get one next month as the school will welcome back students with a unique two-week program.

Protect dogs from the cold winter weather

If it’s too cold for you outside, it’s probably too cold for your dog.

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