Day: July 5, 2015

Members of the Raccoon Valley Aktion Club attended the national Training and Leadership Conference in Indianapolis June 26-27. Kiwanis international president John Button was on hand, as well as Katie Griffin, director of Aktion Clubs for Kiwanis International. Workshops were provided at the conference on topics like self-advocacy, health and wellness, and team building.

Heartland Co-op in Rippey might have bragging rights as having the highest American flag in the county. The flag flies proudly on the catwalk, about 135 feet up, year round. According to co-op personnel, the flag is replaced every three to four months because at that height, it gets tattered in the wind. “We wouldn’t want a flag up there…

Summer is heating up, and the veggies are growing! Shoppers at the Greene County Farmers Market on June 30 found most of what they needed to create a fresh, delicious meal. Potatoes, snap beans, and peas were quite popular as were beets and greens. Producers also had eggs, beef, honey, breads, and desserts for hungry customers.

Celebration Jell-O® has been a family favorite for decades. It’s easy to make but it does take a little time, as easy layer has to set before the next layer is added. It’s a delicious way to put a birthday or holiday meal a step ahead of everyday supper, and it’s a real attention getter at a potluck. It can be…

Weather was pleasant without being hot during the day and the nights were  cool enough for easy sleeping during the week that ended July 3. An added bonus was that it didn’t rain…. much. Weather data is provided by volunteer weather observer John Beltz.

DES MOINES — We want to know what makes the Iowa State Fair special to you. Did you meet your spouse at the Iowa State Fair? Do you have an Iowa State Fair family tradition? Are there concerts you must see and food you must eat each year? Each experience at the Iowa State Fair is unique and the Iowa…