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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lisa Scarff, who left us on July 22, 2025, surrounded by love. A beloved mother, sister, friend and true force of nature, Lisa lived life full throttle and entirely on her own terms.
On seasonal weekend days, it’s not uncommon to hear Richard Palucci busking with his saxophone in front of The Left Bank Shop and Gallery in McGregor. It’s one of many ways the teacher and musician contributes to the area’s arts scene. (Photo by Audrey Posten)
Mark Collins, owner of DroneXperts, and Maggie Sommers (right), Elkader Main Street Director, attended the 2025 Downtown Conference in Muscatine on Aug. 4. DroneXperts applied for the Open 4 Business grant through Main Street Iowa and the Economic Development Authority. They received $20,000—$5,000 for being selected as a finalist and $15,000 for placing third.
Mark Collins, owner of DroneXperts, and students Kalvin Menne, Logan Everitt, Jackson Hollinsworth and Kael Berns pose for a photo after flying the new thermal drone in Founders’ Park. The purchase was made possible by the recent Open 4 Business grant.
Concerns from residents, business owners and community leaders last week convinced the Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) to postpone repairs to the approach on the bridge over Bloody Run Creek, just north of Anti-Monopoly Street in Marquette. The roadwork would have closed Highway 76, along the riverfront from Marquette to McGregor, for six weeks during the fall tourism season—with little advanced notice. (Photo by Audrey Posten)
Following last week’s school board meeting, MFL MarMac third grade teacher Jennifer Wilwert (left) showed board members, administrators and other staff the new makerspace at the Monona Center. (Photo by Audrey Posten)
Central is welcoming three new teachers this school year, including Michelle Kirchman (7-12 English), Joel Helgerson (fifth grade) and Brittney Reinhart (Talented and Gifted Teacher).
Head to Luana this weekend for the community’s annual Luana Daze celebration. Activities are planned throughout Saturday, Aug. 23, then continue with the tractor pull on Sunday, Aug. 24. (File photo)
Head to Luana this weekend for the community’s annual Luana Daze celebration. Activities are planned throughout the day on Saturday, Aug. 23, then continue with the tractor pull on Sunday, Aug. 24.
