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Richard Hunt, a longtime Blairite and family businessman, died Nov. 26. He was 89.
Longtime Blair resident, businessman remembered for passion, uniqueness
A longtime businessman and Blairite, Richard Hunt is remembered for his passion for his family business and his eccentricity. Richard died Nov. 26 due to declining health. He was 89. A … more
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From left, Bernie and wife Kim Kostrunek, Tim Kostrunek, and Terry Hansen hold the tree in the vibrator to shake out dead needles Saturday at the Hansen Tree Farm. This weekend was the business' last few days of operation following the death of owner Ron in October.
Hansen Tree Farm closes after 60+ years
The last weekends selling Christmas trees to longtime and new customers was bittersweet for family members at Hansen Tree Farm. Following the passing of Ronald Hansen in October, Hansen Tree … more
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Doggy bag to go, please? A customer and his pooch pick up a breakfast sandwich bag Wednesday morning during Christmas for the Coat at the Washington County Food Pantry.
Christmas for the Coat amasses large attendance Wednesday morning
The annual Christmas for the Coat, hosted by Joseph's Coat/Washington County Food Pantry, had another successful early morning breakfast drive-thru Wednesday. The event was sponsored this year … more
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Fort Calhoun High School one-act actors rehearse "The Day the Internet Died" Thursday evening at the Community Building. Pictured from left, Natalie Lammers, who plays Agnes; Eric Ertzner, who plays the mayor; and Harrison Geiger, who plays the sheriff.
FCHS competes, prepares for home one-act show
If the internet went out for an entire week, what would the world become? Fort Calhoun High School actors will portray how social media stars, chronic online-shoppers and internet trolls behave … more
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The Blair Dance Center held its annual Holiday Magic recital Saturday at First Lutheran Church. Various Christmas tunes were played throughout the performances as students danced in front of their families.
Blair Dance Center celebrates Holiday Magic
The annual Blair Dance Center Holiday Magic recital was held in front of families and friends at the First Lutheran Church Saturday morning and afternoon. Many groups of young and seasoned … more
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Odyssey Show Choir performed several songs during the Cookies and Carols concert Tuesday at Otte Blair Middle School.
PHOTOS: OBMS hosts Cookies and Carols concert
The Washington County Gives team stopped by Taylor Quik Pik's west location for a drawing during Giving Tuesday. Pictured from left, Jordan Rishel, Brooke Shallberg, Ryan Palmer and Eric Taylor. During the drawing, the Fort Calhoun Post Prom was the recipient of $500 bonus funds from Taylor Quik Pik.
Washington County Gives surpasses 2022 goal
Editor's note: The final totals earned from Washington County Gives were still being totaled at the time of the Enterprise's Wednesday deadline. Check back at a later date for those results in the … more
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Santa and an elf greet customers at Christmas for the Coat last year.
Christmas for the Coat slated for Wednesday
This year’s Christmas for the Coat will continue its tradition of giving back to the community with a grab-and-go breakfast Dec. 6 from 6:30 to 9 a.m. Hosted by the Washington County Food … more
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Margret Kingrey's newest book is a children's story called "How and Where Do you Read a Book?"
Blair author releases children’s book
Author Margret Kingrey’s newest release teaches young children and their guardians the importance of reading at a young age. “ How And Where Do You Read?” is Kingrey’s … more
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An aerial view of Pioneer Park in Fort Calhoun.
FC Parks Board president discusses proposed multi-use court at Pioneer Park
The Fort Calhoun Parks Board hopes to encourage the community to enjoy the outside attractions the town has to offer. This notion is what gave the board an idea to create a multi-purpose court … more
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Contract for digital scoreboards approved as fundraising continues
With half the funds committed on signed contracts, James Shada is confident the district will be able to raise the necessary money to purchase two digital scoreboards for Arlington Public … more
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The Blair City Christmas tree lighting is the central highlight of the annual Tannenbaum festival.
PHOTOS: Blair celebrates annual Tannenbaum
Blair school board to remain at 8 members
The Blair Community Schools Board of Education will remain at eight members after a discussion to reduce it to seven seats.  The board at its regular meeting Nov. 13 moved to keep the board … more
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Following the Arlington Mom Prom earlier this month, the group provided a $4,000 check donation to the Jeanette Hunt - Blair Animal Shelter, as well as numerous supplies, on Tuesday. Pictured from left, Cheryl Stevens, Jenny Eriksen, Heather Fastenau, Laurel Lang, Rachel Preissler and Mandi Lang.
Arlington Mom Prom donates $8,000 to Blair shelter, Old Poor Farm
The annual Arlington Mom Prom was able to collect several thousand dollars to help two local animal care-related businesses. There were 150 ladies in attendance at the fifth annual Mom Prom two … more
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Kolby Tighe, who plays Chris, and Emily Marcucci, who plays Sandra, act out a scene during rehearsals of "The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong" on Nov. 7.
All goes awry in upcoming AHS one-act
Many mistakes, set errors and unintentional gags will be had during Arlington High School's annual one-act performance. The group will perform "The One-Act Play That Goes Wrong," which Director … more
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Roland Rasmussen (far right) is this year’s recipient of a large patriotic quilt hand crafted by the Blair Bunch quilting group. The the group has been crafting and presenting the quilts to honored veterans for the past ten or more years...
American Legion honors veterans
The Blair Bunch quilters presented Roland Rasmussen with a large hand crafted patriotic quilt during the Post 154 American Legion Veterans day presentation Saturday.  Rasmussen joined the … more
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Drew Wagner, Fort Calhoun Elementary principal and first sergeant of the 380th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron with the Iowa Air National Guard, provided a special message to students, veterans, families and staff during the Fort Calhoun Veterans Day ceremony Friday morning. Wagner was deployed in late 2021 through April 2022 at the Al Dhafra Air Base in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Fort Calhoun hosts Veterans Day ceremony
The large Garrison flag was hung proudly over the gymnasium during the Fort Calhoun Veterans Day ceremony Friday morning. Organized by Fort Calhoun High School SkillsUSA members, the event … more
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The Blair VFW 1251 Color Guard marches down the Blair High School gymnasium to post the Colors Friday during the Veterans Day ceremony.
Blair High School honors veterans during ceremony
The Blair High School Veterans Day ceremony on Friday was held to show respect to veterans in attendance and also educate students on the importance of service. Students stood to show respect to … more
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Students meet and thank their special veterans following the presentation.
Arbor Park holds Veterans Day event
Arbor Park Elementary students put on a welcoming performance for veterans and their families Friday during their annual Veterans Day program held in the gymnasium. The event featured lots of … more
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UPDATED: Sheriff's Office identifies victim of fatality accident
The Washington County Sheriff's Office reported a fatality accident that occurred Tuesday near 1 a.m. via a press release. A deputy came across a wrecked vehicle in a field on County Road P51 … more
Bill Smutko pictured with his anthology, "Vietnam Tales." Inside are several short stories Smutko has written, based on his and others' experience during the Vietnam War.
Bill Smutko discusses 'Vietnam Tales'
Bill Smutko's interest in writing began as a catharsis. Serving during the Vietnam War with the United States Army from January 1967 until June 1973, Smutko said writing helped heal him from his … more
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The Arlington Elementary students sing "The Brave" by John Riggio Wednesday during the Veterans Day ceremony.
Arlington Public Schools honors veterans during program
The Arlington Public Schools' Veterans Day program focused on one primary theme: "We than me." This saying, said Arlington High School Principal Aaron Pfingsten, represents the sacrifices made … more
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Mickelsen and Blair Halls have been under construction since last year, as they are being turned into 61-bedroom living facilities for the Angels Share program.
Lutheran Family Services acquires Dana campus, discusses plans for future
It made perfect sense for representatives of Lutheran Family Services (LFS) and the former Dana College to partner up. LFS; Ed Shada, president of Angels Share; and Dana alumni announced during … more
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Arbor Park students recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the opening of A Salute to Veterans on Nov. 11.
Veterans Day events scheduled
Blair: The Blair High School Veterans Day program begins on Friday at 11 a.m. Students will be serving treats to guests around 9:30 a.m. Arbor Park Elementarywill hold its Veterans Day … more
The Fort Calhoun High School Concert Choir performed five folk songs during the Fall Concert Thursday evening.
FCHS performs Fall Concert
The Fort Calhoun High School Fall Concert consisted of several folk songs from around the world, as well as a first look at the Phenomenon Show Choir's season. Held Thursday evening in the … more
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