Darlene I. Ford, age 95, of Millersville, Pennsylvania, passed away October 19, 2016, after a fruitful life. She cherished her life, even though her family was faced with hard times during the…
Author: Tonya Lindsey
ROBERT (BOB) “CACTUS” SMITH
There is no greater loss of a loving husband, Father and Grandfather. The gate of heaven opened and received this great man. Robert (Bob) (Cactus by his buddies) entered the gates of…
Class of 2017 Seniors Recognized During Awards Night
Several of the Central Decatur 2017 Seniors who received scholarships and accolades during the Awards Night held last Tuesday, May 16, are pictured in the back row l-r: Joey Johnson, Brianna Keeney,…
State Champions, Class 2A, Shuttle Hurdle Relay
RUNNING INTO THE RECORD BOOKS: The Central Decatur Shuttle Hurdle team of (from left ) Cole Pedersen, Carter Boothe, Cauy Spidle, and Tyler Davis, accomplished a great feat at the State High…
Decatur County Museum Opening May 30
The Decatur County Museum will be opening next Tuesday, May 30, at 1:00 p.m. for the season. The summer hours will be Tuesdays and Fridays, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. through August.
Leon Park and Rec Saturday Activities
The Leon Parks and Rec has organized a 2nd annual Splash Dash 5K walk or run for Saturday, May 27, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Harvey Park (swimming pool). Lots of fun…
Help Save the Museum
Members of the Decatur County Rotary Club and The South Central Iowa Community Foundation met in celebration for the completion of floor replacement at the Decatur County Museum on May 15. The…
Junkin’ on the Jefferson June 2-4
Five towns in two states have joined together for Junkin’ on the Jefferson. It will provide a weekend of shopping and other fun events. Bethany and Eagleville, Missouri, along with Osceola, Lamoni…
RACHEL LYNN ELSON-CANFIELD
Rachel Lynn Elson-Canfield, 63, died following a courageous fight against melanoma, on May 15, 2017, at her home in Hot Springs, Arkansas surrounded by the love of her husband, Ted, sons, Nathan…