75th annual 4-H Week celebrated by Grant Gleaners and North Iowa 4-Hers
Local 4-H clubs marked the 75th National 4-H Week with activities in early October. Grant Gleaners held a scavenger hunt and cookie bake while decorating Main Street Market. North Iowa 4-Hers spruced downtown Lakota with pumpkins and cornstalks. Alumni praise 4-H’s role in leadership and civic engagement, noting higher community contribution and STEM involvement.
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Every Second Counts in Fire Prevention Week Message
NFPA marks Fire Prevention Week October 8 14 with Every Second Counts Plan Two Ways Out stressing rapid home escape planning Two minutes or less may be available after smoke alarm sounds Local officials urge working alarms two exits per room and a meeting place Public outreach includes North Iowa Community School safety tips Fire chiefs remind to call 911 for emergencies and provide guidance via City Hall Visit firepreventionweek org for details
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Buffalo Center Fire Department plans new pumper truck
Fire Chief Brian Blodgett reported to the city council that the Buffalo Center Fire Department intends to buy a new pumper next year. A 50 year equipment plan includes seven years saving and eight years paying with an estimated 275000 cost and 75000 potential for the current truck.
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Veterans Appreciation Banquet In Lakota This Veterans Day
The annual Veterans Appreciation Banquet in Lakota will be held Sunday November 12 at the Eagle Center during Hunting with Heroes week. The free event includes a social hour at 4 30 p m a program at 5 15 and a fully catered meal for veterans spouses and surviving spouses. RSVP by November 1 to Denny Murra or Cathy Kelly. Prizes include three commemorative rifles and gift certificates for two widows, plus gas cards from K H.
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Pool fundraiser pre-registration at Heritage Town Center
City residents can pre register for a Wading Pool Fundraiser this Sunday October 22 at Heritage Town Center. Chipped Inscriptions hosts handmade wooden sign designs with five options. Pre-registration and payment due by Sunday October 15, forms at City Hall.
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UMC Fall Dinner This Saturday at Thompson Church
The United Methodist Church Thompson hosts the Annual Fall Hot Beef Dinner this Saturday October 14 from 5 to 6 30 p m. Menu features hot beef mashed potatoes gravy salad and homemade pies for a free will donation. Take outs available.
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Thompson Zion Lutheran Women Fall Coffee Break
The Thompson Zion Lutheran Women will host their annual Fall Coffee Break and Bake Sale on Saturday October 14 from 8 30 to 10 a m in the Library Community Room at Thompson Public Library. Coffee egg bake and cinnamon rolls will be served and boxed cards and napkins will be for sale.
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