COVID-19 mitigation increased in NE Iowa

One affected county has only one confirmed case Residents in 14 northeast Iowa counties are now prohibited from all gatherings of any size with anyone who doesn’t live in their same household. Gov Kim Reynolds issued a new order Thursday, effective at 11:59 pm, enhancing efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

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Wendell Durlam, 1922 – 2020

Wendell Jesse (Rex) Durlam was born on January 7, 1922, in Jefferson. He was one of 10 children born to Mike and Faye Durlam. Wendell passed away peacefully on April 13, 2020, at the age of 98. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Wendell grew up in Jefferson and had many adventures with his twin…

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