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The Jeanette - Hunt Blair Animal Shelter has 27 kittens, 14 of which are in foster homes.
Shelter prepares kittens for adoption, offers advice on handling found kittens
With kitten season in full swing, the Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter has several meowing little fur-balls who will be ready for adoption soon. The animal shelter has around 27 kittens that … more
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Jonas Purcell (10) triumphantly adds money to his stash after winning a Spin To Win against Thayer Johnson (10) in the Game of Life. Purcell won the overall game with more than $3.5 million against Johnson
Game On!
Bags of board games filled a length of tables at the Blair Public Library’s first “round-up” event of the summer Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon. The Board Game … more
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C.J. Price speaks to a crowd at the Blair Public Library and Technology Center to speak about her book, co-written by her cousin Gina Ellis, "Fire Hair Woman: The Epic Story of Lucinda Eubank," Tuesday afternoon.
Blair author speaks to library group
Blair native C.J. Pierce once again spoke of the tragic survival story of her great-great grandmother at the Blair Public Library and Technology Center Tuesday afternoon. Pierce's book, … more
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Fort Atkinson hosted a ribbon cutting at the Harold W. Andersen Visitor's Center Saturday morning. Pictured cutting the ribbon, from left, David Genoways, Clarence Mock, Susan Juza, Nancy Andersen, David Andersen and Jason Grof.
Fort Atkinson hosts ribbon cutting for Visitor’s Center
The Harold W. Andersen Visitor’s Center at Fort Atkinson was officially opened for guest viewing Saturday morning following a ribbon cutting ceremony during Living History weekend. As part … more
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Peter Klindt owned a ring made of gold he mined at Pikes Peak.
A nugget of Fort Calhoun history 
Editor’s note: This is part of the ongoing series “Mysteries at the Museum,” featuring different items found at the Washington County Museum. The Pikes Peak Gold Rush sent … more
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Luminarias were on display during Blair's Relay for Life event held at Lions Park Friday evening.
Relay for Life held at Lions Park
The annual Relay for Life event hosted at Lions Park Friday evening features music, games and food as guests came together in support of cancer research. According to the American Cancer … more
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Volunteers helped to place dozens of flags along the Arlington Cemetery grounds prior to the Memorial Day ceremony.
PHOTO GALLERY: Memorial Day in Washington County
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Cargill donated $100,000 to the Blair Family YMCA as part of its annual giving week. From left: JB Scherpelz, Pete Stoddart, Maggie Smith, Aaron Matson, Sandy Christiansen, Jason Christiansen and Brandon Palmer.
YMCA receives $100,000 donation from Cargill
The Blair Family YMCA is receiving an update to its aquatics area after 20 years, and received assistance to do so with a $100,000 donation from Cargill Tuesday afternoon. Brandon Palmer, CEO of … more
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Chief Deputy Sheriff Kevin Willis, left, retired Wednesday, and celebrated with a plaque, handed by Sheriff Mike Robinson, and a get-together with family and friends at the Washington County Sheriff's Office.
Willis retires after 26-year law enforcement career
One of the most important principles in Kevin Willis' life is to serve others. "I really hope in the end that I made enough little difference that it's a big difference," he said. "You never … more
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Dale Olson, third from left, cuts the ribbon at Camp Fontanelle Friday morning, officially opening the Olson Lodge, named after himself and his late wife, Fern.
Camp Fontanelle hosts ribbon cutting ceremony at Olson Retreat Center
The Olson Retreat Center is officially open for campers and guests who visit Camp Fontanelle. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held last Friday morning, in front of Camp Fontanelle employees, … more
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Nick Wemhoff, Fort Calhoun secondary principal, received his doctorate of education from Doane University on May 13. Pictured with Nick are his family: wife Amy and children Wyatt and Gwen.
Nick Wemhoff receives doctorate of education
Fort Calhoun Secondary Principal Nick Wemhoff added another degree and new title to his name on May 13. After nine years of studies, Wemhoff earned his doctorate of education from Doane … more
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Immanuel Church of Orum will celebrate its 150th anniversary June 11 with an open house, 19862, County Road 20.
Immanuel Lutheran Church of Orum to celebrate 150th year
For 150 years, Immanuel Lutheran Church of Orum, situated at 19862 County Road 20. An open house to celebrate the 150th anniversary will take place June 11, starting with a 10 a.m. service. … more
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Elizabeth Elliott was hired in 2019 as the assistant editor of the Washington County Enterprise and Pilot-Tribune. She also was the editor of the Arlington Citizen.
Former assistant editor was 'inquisitive and excellent storyteller'
For a little more than two years, Elizabeth Elliott told the stories of Washington County residents and shared her many years of writing experience with the county. Elliott, 46, died April 27 … more
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Scooter's Coffee in Blair presented a check in the amount of $5,388.63 to the Jeanette Hunt Blair Animal Shelter on Wednesday morning. Pictured, from left to right: Havilynn Oudeman, Cici Vaughn, Izabella Zuhlke, Mikenna Zuhlke, Michelle Merrigan, Cheryl Stevens (shelter board treasurer), Rachel Preissler (shelter manager) and Jenny Eriksen (shelter board president).
Scooter’s Coffee makes donation to Jeanette Hunt Blair - Animal Shelter
Back on May 8, Scooter’s Coffee in Blair had a “Day of Giving,” with 100% of sales going to the Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter. On Wednesday, the proceeds were officially … more
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The Native Planters of Blair group planted many native plants at Black Elk-Neihardt Park Monday morning.
Blair planters install native plant garden at Black Elk-Neihardt
Members of the Native Planters of Blair and Blair Horticulture Society brought out their shovels and gloves and planted several native plants at Black Elk-Neihardt Park Monday morning. As part … more
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Louise Mencke celebrated her 102nd birthday Monday afternoon with her friends in her playing card group.
Blair resident celebrates 102nd birthday
Louise Mencke was surprised with cake and ice cream and a chorus of "Happy Birthday" Monday afternoon in celebration of her 102nd birthday. Mencke and her friends, who play cards together every … more
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Larry Kusek, commander of Fort Atkinson American Legion Post 348, named several soldiers who were killed in Afghanistan in August.
Washington County Memorial Day services
Below are the Washington County Memorial Day services, slated for May 29: Blair Blair's Memorial Day service will take place at the Blair Cemetery beginning at 10 a.m. Arlington … more
Hats off and congratulations to the Blair graduating class of 2023. BHS celebrated their commencement Sunday afternoon in the gym.
BHS honors 2023 graduating class
Blair High School’s (BHS) 148th commencement ceremony recognized and honored 165 graduating seniors Sunday, May 21 in the BHS gymnasium. Landen Oppliger welcomed not only his fellow … more
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Eagle graduates turn their tassels at the conclusion of the commencement ceremony.
AHS presents Eagles class of 2023
The Arlington High School class of 2023 threw their caps in the air and cheered on as they finished their commencement ceremony Sunday afternoon in the Main Gym. The 53 senior Eagles received … more
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The Parade of Honor consisting of combined agency Honor Guards leads the Blue Light Vigil walk from the Blair Police Office to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Monday evening in celebration of National Peace Officers Memorial Week.
Law enforcement agencies hold annual National Peace Officers Memorial service
To change things up this year, the Blair Police Department (BPD) and Washington County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) celebrated National Peace Officers Memorial Week by starting with a Blue Light Vigil … more
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Scott Vander Schaaf, Washington County attorney, and Blair Police Chief Joe Lager address media during a press conference following Elijah Logan's first hearing Wednesday in County Court.
Logan charged with first-degree murder, additional felonies
Elijah E. Logan made his first court appearance Wednesday morning in Washington County Court. There, additional charges were named off by Judge Francis W. Barron to the courtroom, including … more
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Steven Rauch published "14 Bullets to Reach You" on May 2. The book, mostly told in the first-person of his late daughter, Farrah, details her life of addiction, mental health issues and suicide attempts before she was killed by Muskogee, Okla., police in February 2021.
Blair man publishes memoir in honor of late daughter
After the police-involved shooting death of his daughter on Feb. 28, 2021, Steve Rauch began writing. “I just felt my hands go to my computer, and I opened up a Word document and I just … more
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Paul Bentley, who has taught at Fort Calhoun High School for 42 years, was awarded the Walmart Teacher of the Year award during a special assembly Thursday morning in the Main Gym. Pictured with Bentley are Amber Udey, left, and Angela Roach of the Blair Walmart.
FCHS teacher receives Walmart Teacher of the Year award
Fort Calhoun students, faculty and staff applauded and cheered for about a minute straight as Paul Bentley made his way down the bleachers in the Main Gym to receive his surprise Walmart Teacher of … more
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Elijah Logan
BREAKING: Elijah E. Logan in custody at Washington County Jail
After a four-day manhunt, Elijah E. Logan, 22, was apprehended after turning himself into the Metro Fugitive Task on Monday at 2:39 p.m. following a shooting that resulted in the death of Jordan Ely … more
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Roland Rasmussen, center, will be the grand marshal during the Washington County Fair parade. Pictured with Rasmussen are fair board members, from left, Julie Frost, treasurer; Josh Grabbe, vice president; Jason Cloudt, president; and Kathy Schmidt, board member.
Roland Rasmussen honored as fair grand marshal
The theme for this year's Washington County Fair is "make the best better," which exemplifies the continued growth of the event every year. The Fair will be held July 28–Aug. 2. … more
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