Reynolds launches new teacher, paraeducator apprenticeship grant program
Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the launch of a first-in-the-nation Teacher and Paraeducator Registered Apprenticeship Grant Program Tuesday, Jan.
January 2022
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Certified commercial pesticide applicator training to be offered
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Iowa Central Community College are offering a fourday workshop that will prepare attendees to become certified as Commercial Pesticide Applicators. This course will focus on materials needed to take the Iowa Core Manual Exam and Categories 1A (Ag Weed Control), 1B (Ag Insect Control) and 1C (Ag Disease Control).
Reynolds announces Iowa Health Careers Registered Apprenticeship Grant program
During the 2022 Condition of the State Address, Gov. Reynolds announced the new Iowa Health Careers Registered Apprenticeship Program aimed at both providing high school students with the opportunity to explore health care careers while getting paid and helping to address the health care workforce shortage.
Fremont County Sheriff
On Jan. 12, deputies with the Fremont County Sheriff ’s Office attempted to stop a 2021 Volkswagen Jetta for speeding on Hwy 2, east of Sidney.
Iowa Western receives grant from FAA
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded $5 million in grants to develop a diverse talent pool of aviation maintenance technicians. The Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development Grants were awarded to organizations that will teach technical skills and prepare participants to pursue aviation maintenance careers.
Sidney Community School announced calendar changes, openings
The Sidney Community Schools announced a change in the calendar for Feb. 21 and March 21.
SCHOOL LUNCH & Breakfast Menus
ELEMENTARY BREAKFAST Monday, Jan. 24: Cereal bars, fresh fruit, fruit juice.
George C. Grape Hospital news and notes
Deb Gardner retirement Deb Gardner retired from George C. Grape Hospital in December 2021 after 20 years of devoted, dependable service.
Wintery Scene after Storm
Bitterly cold temps combined with ice and snow to provide a chilly reminder of the season late last week. Forecasts around the area seemed to be correct in predicting 3-to-5 inches of snow. Pictured are nighttime and daytime images of the wintery results of the storm. Photos by Betty Travis
Deadline reminder for grant program
The Fremont County Community Foundation reminds Fremont County nonprofits that the deadline to apply for grant funds is Tuesday, Feb. 1. Applications are currently being accepted online for the spring grant cycle with approximately $125,000 available to support Fremont County nonprofit organizations and community projects.