Following a successful first year, Amanda Christensen is looking forward to a bigger Calhoun Summer Fest June 18. Christensen, the organizer of the event, created Calhoun Summer Fest to provide … more

Witnesses with information regarding a fatality on the Missouri River over Memorial Day weekend are asked to report to officials immediately. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Law Enforcement Bureau is seeking information about activity seen on a 30-foot, red and white, Scarab boat during the day on May 29 between river mile marker 650 and 691. The boat is connected to the death of Emma Olsen, 20 of Omaha, whose body was recovered from the river near Blair the morning of June 2. She was reported missing after the boat sank near Tyson Bend Wildlife Area on the Iowa side shortly before midnight on May 29. The boat was recovered on May 31. Anyone with information pertaining to the incident is encouraged to contact Iowa Conservation Officer Aaron Johnson at (712) 249-2015. Information can be reported anonymously. more

A portion of the former Dana College campus has been targeted for a statewide respite camp for disabled individuals.  James Summerfelt, President and CEO of Easterseals Nebraska and the … more

The Washington County Planning Commission discussed the proposed comprehensive plan and zoning regulations at its regular meeting Thursday evening. Member Matt Matthiesen was absent from the … more

Following a drowning near Blair on the Missouri River last week, agencies are urging individuals to engage in safe practices when out boating on the water. The body of Emma Olsen, 20, was found … more

An Omaha woman was arrested after being found with drugs in her vehicle. Bree Crotty, 37, is charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance, a Class 4 felony and driving under the … more

Fire safety and equipment safety lessons will be provided Wednesday at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Arlington during a youth safety workshop at 6 p.m.  more

A longtime Blair resident, Kevin Mann was known for the love he had for his family and friends. Mann, who comes from a large family, including six siblings. was passionate about being around his … more

A weekly summer craft and vendor market in Blair provides a needed outlet for local sellers and shoppers. The Blair Flea Market began in the Blair American Legion parking lot on May 15. It will … more

Progress is being made on the new water intake structure from the Missouri River to the Blair Water Treatment Plant. Construction on the project began earlier this year. Blair Public Works … more

Washington County Gateway Development Corporation stakeholders celebrated a year of accomplishments as well as promising year ahead. Gateway hosted its annual meeting on June 2 at Cottonwood … more

Following a successful fish fry during Lent, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church proceeded to give back to the community by donating some of its earnings to a few agencies. The church awarded … more

One driver is under investigation for driving under the influence following a single-vehicle accident Monday afternoon near the 13000 block of U.S. Highway 75. The Washington County Sheriff's … more

A Wisconsin man who took part in a robbery involving a gun at the Lakeland subdivision south of Blair accepted a plea deal and was found guilty Tuesday in Washington County District Court. Syles … more

Fort Atkinson will host a speaker Saturday during Living History. Starting at 11 a.m., the fort will host Suzanne Gucciardo, who will speak about "Scurvy at Cantonment Missouri: The Men Who Died … more

Monday morning saw veterans, families and community members joining to honor the individuals who lost their lives during their time of service in the military. Led by Larry Kusek, commander of the … more

A Blair man serving a term of probation after being found guilty of sexual assault in September was given a one-year jail sentence for violating a condition of post-release supervision Tuesday in … more

Blair High School 2015 graduate Ben Larsen addressed the crowd at the Blair Cemetery during Blair's Memorial Day ceremony on May 30. But as Larsen spoke, he expressed the difficulty of putting … more

The Blair Public Library and Technology Center will soon update its hours to reach more patrons. more

It’s nearly time for the campers to arrive at Camp Fontanelle.  more

The body of a missing woman was recovered from the Missouri River Thursday morning. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources recovered the body of Emma Olsen, 20 of Omaha, at 8:30 this morning, … more

A boat has been recovered from the Missouri River near Blair in the search for a missing woman. Harrison County (Iowa) 911 received a call at 11:56 p.m. on May 29 that a boat had sank near the … more

A jury trial held the week of May 16 was dismissed due to the testimony of a complaining witness. The trial, being held for Roger Wheeler, 53, who was accused of assault by strangulation and … more

After a successful start to the program, the Pioneer Adventure Club (PAC) is looking to increase its student participation during its summer activities. The PAC, which was created by the Fort … more

A common sight for those visiting Specialized Transmission is a specialized co-worker ready to greet customers and receive treats. Shelby, an approximately 8-year-old German Shepherd, has been … more