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Obituary: Scott W. Reynolds

Obituary: Scott W. Reynolds

Scott W. Reynolds, 66, of Waterloo, died March 30, 2026. He was born February 28, 1960, in Waterloo, son of David W. and Alice J. (Weidman) Reynolds. He graduated from Dunkerton High School in 1978. Scott devoted his life to farming. It was a calling he embraced not just as

Obituary: Jeff Grinnell

Jeff Grinnell, died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Redwood City, California on March 5, 2026. He had a deep interest in poetry, music of all kinds, the visual arts, and independent films. He was passionately concerned about social justice, peace, and the environment. He was a member

Pirates Close Indoor Track Season with Strong Showing at Wartburg

Pirates Close Indoor Track Season with Strong Showing at Wartburg

Boys By Blaire Puls Casey Greiman hands off to Payton Bishop in the 4x800-meter relay. The indoor track season came to a close in impressive fashion last Tuesday night as the Pirates competed at Wartburg College, facing off against 30 teams from across the state. Despite the meet stretching late

Soo Line: Making Music, Building Community: A Hudson Library Tradition Lives On

Soo Line: Making Music, Building Community: A Hudson Library Tradition Lives On

by Soo Greiman It was around 25 years ago when a small group of Hudson residents learned the place they were using to sing and play their instruments would begin charging a fee. Disappointed, the group began looking around the community for a new place to gather and socialize — preferably

Hudson celebrates 50 years of Tree City USA, continues Arbor Day tradition

Hudson celebrates 50 years of Tree City USA, continues Arbor Day tradition

A national program rooted in environmental stewardship is marking a major milestone this year, and the Hudson community continues to be part of its lasting impact. Founded in 1976, Tree City USA has spent the past 50 years encouraging communities across the country to plant and care for trees, enhancing

AMVETS Auxiliary Hosts Successful Easter Egg Hunt

AMVETS Auxiliary Hosts Successful Easter Egg Hunt

Despite chilly temperatures and gusty winds, approximately 140 children gathered at the Hudson ball diamonds Saturday for the annual Easter egg hunt hosted by the Hudson AMVETS Auxiliary. Families braved the weather as children spread out across the fields in search of brightly colored eggs, continuing a long-standing community tradition.

Soo Line: National Spring-Cleaning Week Was Days Ago — Sorry (Not Sorry) I Missed It

Soo Line: National Spring-Cleaning Week Was Days Ago — Sorry (Not Sorry) I Missed It

by Soo Greiman It has come to my attention that March 19–25 was National Spring-Cleaning Week. Somehow, I missed it. I apologize for not letting you know in time. Honestly, I really was not aware that cleaning is celebrated — spring or otherwise. And even if spring cleaning is worth