Peru State Distinguished Speaker series to feature Shaqeum Griffin
Shaquem Griffin made history as the NFL’s first-ever one-handed player. Now he inspires others to overcome adversity and persevere.
September 2022
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Quilts and thread crafts to be displayed at 2022 Heritage Needlework Guild’s Quilt and Needlework Show during AppleJack Festival
Be a part of the celebration of two lifetimes of quilting and needlework during the Heritage Needlework Guild’s Quilt and Needlework Show Sept. 16, 17 and 18 held in conjunction with the 2022 AppleJack Festival in Nebraska City.
Iowa’s rabbit, squirrel hunting seasons are now underway
The good news for Iowa’s cottontail rabbit hunters is that Iowa has an abundant rabbit population, with the south-central part of the state seeing the best overall numbers. The better news for hunters is Iowa’s cottontail rabbit season, which began Sept. 3 statewide.
Peru State shuts out No. 18 Central Methodist
The Peru State football shutout No. 18 Central Methodist in their home opener Saturday, September 3, by a score of 24-0. The Bobcats improve to 1-1 overall on the season while the Eagles fall to 0-2. Here’s a breakdown of how the shutout went...
Time – to Ponder
Well, I have had a while to be by myself – like 5 days in complete isolation and 10 days of wearing a mask if I did go out of my apartment. Covid – like Elvis, has left the building. At least I hope it has. I imagine Covid symptoms vary from person to person as in most viruses and diseases.
Wildwood featured artist: Brandon Engel
A high school darkroom photography class put a camera in landscape photographer Brandon Engel’s hands “and I haven’t put down a camera since.” Engel, who lives in Omaha, is a featured artist at the Wildwood Historic Center’s Art Barn. He said he most enjoys the unique places that his photography takes him.
Keeping on the sunny side of life
Perspectives Andrew Ellsworth, M.D. After a visit about aches, pains and various medical issues, a patient was commenting on getting older.
IDALS confirms first case of rabbit hemorrhagic disease in Iowa
On Aug. 29, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship announced the first confirmed case of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 (RHDV2) within the state of Iowa. The disease is not considered a risk to humans or other animal species, including cats and dogs, but it is highly contagious and deadly to rabbits.
PSC to celebrate area communities Sat., Sept. 17
Peru State College, its Athletic Department, and the College’s Foundation will be hosting a “Community Celebration Day” on Saturday, Sept. 17.
An Update & Memories
By Debbie Lesher I am sure many followers of “Around the Table” were disappointed last week when my mother’s column did not appear in the paper. I know I thoroughly enjoy reading her column and strolling down her Memory Lane. As one of her children I have listened to mom’s memories through the years but somehow seeing them in print makes them come to life in my mind’s eye!