Scranton class of ’58 holds reunion

The Scranton High School Class of 1958 held its 60-year reunion recently in the Scranton Community Center. Class members, spouses and friends enjoyed visiting and reminiscing. Class members in attendance were (front, from left) Linda Fister Johnston, Eldon Wright, Patty Thompson Harrah, Sam Fengel and Ronald Wright; and (back, from left)  Jim Pemble, Dick Hunter, Dale Hoyt, Karen Hunter Lumsden,…

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Thompson trial set for next Monday in Albia

Justice in the case of Patrick Ryan Thompson, 27, of Ames, charged with two counts of first degree murder for allegedly killing former Greene County sixth grader Paige Exline and her cousin, Shakiah Cockerham in a house fire, will be delayed only one week. The trial was moved to Decatur County and began with jury selection Monday. Judge Brad McCall…

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Cynical about science

~a column by Colleen O’Brien Some of us do not believe in science in general. I’m not sure why. I know that all of us have had to rely on aspirin at one time or another; and that among thousands of other life-prolonging aids and relief from chronic pain, none of these scientific breakthroughs benefitting our lives appeared out of…

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Mistrial declared in murder/arson case

A mistrial has been declared in the Guthrie County district court case accusing Patrick Ryan Thompson, 27, of two counts of first degree murder, two counts of attempted murder and one count of arson. The charges were filed following a fire on May 15, 2017, that killed Melanie “Paige” Exline, 12, and Shakiah Cockerham, 16.

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Sept. 18 – Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day

The third Tuesday of September is Take a Loved One for a Checkup Day. It’s a reminder to help a friend, neighbor, or family member visit a healthcare professional. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, many people wait until they have an emergency before seeing a doctor. But regular visits to a medical professional can help…

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In the neighborhood

Please send Rippey news to jeanb@iowatelecom.net Sept. 17, 2018 A special unified service will be held Sunday, Sept. 23, at 10:30 am at Perry First UMC. Pastor Lee Schott from Women at the Well UMC at Mitchellville will preach. A special offering for Women at the Well will be received.

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