Hamburg FFA attends Leadership Conference
Nine Hamburg FFA members traveled to Ames to attend the 97th Iowa FFA Leadership Conference.
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Washington PEP
Washington PEP 4H visited Arbor Tree Farm on April 13 to celebrate Earth Day. Kids got to explore the farm, play outside, and take a hike on one of the trails. We were missing a few members who were attending State FFA representing Southwest Iowa, but we gained a few new faces. It’s not too late to join 4H! Our next meeting is scheduled for May 4th, 2025, 4PM at the Hamburg School. We will be registering events for fair and preparing photos for static exhibits!
4-H Swine Weigh-In Held in Fremont County
Twelve Fremont County youth weighed in 36 market hogs Saturday, April 7, at the Fremont County Fairgrounds in Sidney.
Hamburg Clean Up Day set April 25-26
The 2025 Hamburg Spring Clean Up, sponsored by the City of Hamburg, is available to all Hamburg residents and property owners from Friday, April 25, through Saturday, April 26, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. with the disposal site located at the southwest intersection of George and Argyle Streets.
Volleyball Fundraiser
Members of the Hamburg Charter School volleyball team hosted a breakfast fundraiser for the program recently. Players working at the fundraiser included Emmerson Matheson, Keegan Matheson, Kodi Tysor, Alexa Avalos, Mackenna Mather, Hailee Michel, Peyton Belt, Haley Mullins, Hannah Thompson, Hilda Thompson, and Amber Graham along with Head Coach Emily Graham. Submitted by Teresa Crecelius.
Legislative Coffee
The Fremont County Farm Bureau hosted a Legislative Coffee in Sidney on April 5. In attendance were Senator Mark Costello and Representative David Sieck. The two men met with constituents and answered questions with Dave Roberts of Fremont County Farm Bureau moderating. Submitted by Teresa Crecelius.
Brownville Concert Series presents Lianne Marie Dobbs
The Brownville Concert Series is thrilled to welcome Lianne Marie Dobbs in “Why Can’t a Woman?” Broadway leading men’s songs and sassy standards, served up with a twist of SHE, with music director, Ron Abel.
Peru State primed for ‘The Lighting Thief – The Percy Jackson Musical
It’s musical week at Peru State College as the Peru State Theater Company and Music Department are set to present “The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical in four shows from April 10-13 at the Performing Arts Center on the Peru campus.
Making a Splash
First State Bank, Office of Glenwood State Bank, presented a donation of $50,000 toward the construction of a splash pad in Tabor City Park. With this contribution, First State Bank continues its tradition of giving back, reinforcing its role as a community bank. The new splash pad will provide a fun and safe space for children and families, adding to the park’s amenities and strengthening the sense of community. Pictured, representing First State Bank and Tabor Hometown Pride are Grant Dean, Macee Rix, Larry Winum, Angie Alley, Nicholas Clark, Susan Shepherd, Michelle Taylor and Roberta Aistrope. Total donations to the splash pad project stand at $116,652. The goal for donations is $150,000. At that amount, the project will be eligible to apply for other grant opportunities. Submitted by Teresa Crecelius.
SMC Expands Sidney Clinic
Shenandoah Medical Center has recently undergone a major renovation project to increase access to care for residents in Fremont County by expanding its Sidney Clinic. SMC implemented this expansion to meet the demand of increasing utilization in the Sidney community and to promote its vision to be the Southwest Iowa leader in enhancing health.