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A crossing along the CNP line in southern Winneshiek County shows rotten timbers. Photo courtesy Chris Reilly
06/19/2025 - 7:30am
OSSIAN - The state of railroad crossings throughout the area has spurred an effort to collect resident concerns and forward them on to company representatives. Chris Reilly, an Ossian businessman, is among those with knowledge of the state some...

Opinion

03/11/2024 - 4:53pm
A small parcel of land that has served as a buffer of flood protection for local residents is slated to be sold to the highest bidder on March 18, against widespread opposition from county voters. The 7+ acre parcel of land, located in the...

Sports

06/24/2025 - 7:30am
JACKSON JUNCTION - A rematch for South Winneshiek and Turkey Valley saw the Trojans walk away with a 4-3 win. The Trojans were aided by a 2-1 run in the first inning with the Warriors flipping the lead to 3-2 in the second before TV tied the game in...

Obituaries

06/24/2025 - 3:00pm
Gerald “Gerry” Edward Mikota, 80, of Hackensack, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, June 20, 2025. Memorial Mass was to be offered Friday, June 27, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 207 Church St., Spillville, with...

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