From left to right are Bev Jones, Dixie Feagins, Shirley Sims, Alonna Gass and Judie Kelderman. Steve Woodhouse
Knoxville — Members of the Ladies VFW Auxiliary 3519 are making the rounds at Knoxville's group homes today to present lap quilts to local veterans.
Auxiliary members have a history of giving to veterans on Veterans Day, but today is the first time they made quilts for the vets. They delivered eight to Park Lane Village, one to the Memory Care Center, 14 at Westridge, 23 at Knoxville Residential and eight at Griffin's.
Bees invade Thomas' yard
Dave Thomas of 905 S. 3rd St. in Knoxville wasn’t looking for a partridge in his pear tree while mowing his lawn on Monday. He got quite a surprise, though, when he was mowing under the tree and heard a buzzing sound.
Slideshow: Public Works visits Northstar
Several City of Knoxville staff members, from all departments, visited Northstar Elementary Tuesday afternoon. Much of their equipment was brought with them.
Memorial Day Flag Raising
Flags will be raised at Graceland Cemetery at 8 a.m. Friday, May 24. There will be a brief memorial tribute at the Veterans' Plot after the flag raising.
Memorial Hall Breakfast funds to go for a cause
The Pleasantville Legion is hosting a breakfast tomorrow morning, Saturday, May 18, with a special plan for the proceeds. Legion members have set a goal to create and mount plaques honoring those from the Pleasantville School District who gave their lives in service to their country.
Video, Slideshow: Iowa State at Bos Landen
The Iowa State University "Making a Difference" Tailgate Party tour rolled into Pella Monday afternoon.
Rotary awards scholarships
The Knoxville Rotary Club held its annual Scholarship Day on Wednesday. A total of 14 Knoxville High School students were awarded scholarships.
Flags ordered at half-staff on Friday
Gov. Terry E. Branstad has ordered all flags on the Capitol Complex be flown at half-staff from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2013, in observance of the Iowa Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony which is to be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 10, 2013, at the Oran State Office Building of the Iowa Department of Public Safety.
HCI Care Services Nurse Recognized During National Nurses Week
May 6-12 is National Nurses Week, created to highlight the contributions of the nation’s 3.1 million registered nurses improving lives in various health care settings and contributing to the largest health care profession.
RAGBRAI® maps and information
As promised, the presentation given at the May 1 community meeting, along with the route maps through Knoxville and downtown entertainment locations.
RAGBRAI® logo unveiled, questions answered
Approximately 150 people attended a meeting at the Village Theater Wednesday night for an update from RAGBRAI®'s executive committee.
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