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Bulldogs 1-2 in final duals of season

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:49

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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Central/Ed-Co wrestlers come out on top in duals

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/11/2026 - 10:44

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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Loved ones support local service members deployed with Iowa National Guard

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/04/2026 - 14:25

Rebecca Suhr stands with her sister Kimberly and parents Julie and Andy at the send-off event ahead of her deployment for the Iowa Army National Guard in May 2025. (Photo submitted)

Rebecca Suhr poses with her younger brother Christopher, who dressed as her for Halloween. (Photo submitted)

Mazie Nurre stands with her fiancé, Justin Wilson, during a send-off ceremony ahead of Wilson’s deployment for the Iowa Army National Guard in May 2025. (Photo submitted)

By Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns | Times-Register

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For Ostrander, first year as Clayton County Sheriff was one of learning

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/04/2026 - 14:19

Clayton County Sheriff Brent Ostrander

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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Community leaders and businesses awarded at Celebrate Elkader

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/04/2026 - 14:13

Jenna Van Meeteren, executive director of the Clayton County Conservation, holds the Good Neighbor Award presented to her at the annual Celebrate Elkader event. Van Meeteren was honored for her leadership and lasting impact. (Photos courtesy of Jillian Webb Hermann)

The Elkader Holiday People’s Choice Award was presented to Central Community School art students for their light show displays in the park over the past two years. Art teacher Carlyn Lechtenberg and students Declan Finley and Mikayla Evans accepted the award.

The Rehabilitation Award, which recognizes renovation and innovation through redefining space and transforming the community, was presented to Caleb and Danielle Shea for converting a former car wash into office space now housing Rise Counseling.

The Life Can Be This Good Award, which recognizes an individual’s impact on making Elkader a great place to live, was presented to Bryton Rentschler, a familiar face at Elkader Pizzeria.

Wilke’s Marketplace received the Customer Service Award, recognizing a business that builds trust and elevates the customer experience.

Amanda Schneider herself was honored with the Leadership Award, which recognizes someone who embraces change and empowers others to work toward a better future.

Exit Realty Driftless Group received the Marketer of the Year Award for inspiring growth and connection through their promotional efforts.

The Employer of the Year Award was presented to C.J. Moyna & Sons, recognizing a local business that prioritizes its people. Justin Augustyn, president of C.J. Moyna & Sons, shared his “Why Elkader?” story, reflecting on what brought him to town and what continues to make it a great place to live.

By Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns | Times-Register

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MFL MarMac to host State Show Choir Festival

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/04/2026 - 14:04

MFL MarMac’s Legacy Show Choir is preparing to take the stage for the 2026 season. Their first show will be the IHSMA State Show Choir Festival on Monday, Feb. 9. The event will be held at MFL MarMac this year, in the high school auditorium from 6 to 8 p.m., and the public is welcome to attend. (Photo submitted)

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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