‘Bad luck’ continues to plague Raiderettes
The Raiderettes had a tough week of softball, winning two of six contests over the week before heading to Griswold on Saturday for a tournament with Exira-EKH and Griswold. The Raiderettes defeated Mormon Trail and Southwest Valley, both 10-run rule games, before dropping a two games in a doubleheader to Earlham and Southeast Warren on…
Read MoreRaiders add two more wins to share POI with Blue Devils before matchup
The Raiders had a short, but important week last week. The Raiders recorded wins against Southwest Valley and Southeast Warren to stay undefeated in the Pride of Iowa. Mt. Ayr 18, SWV 0 The Raiders put 18 runs up against the Timberwolves last Tuesday, through three innings. The Raiders put across three in the first,…
Read MoreSnapshot of History
BY MIKE AVITT I’ve waited many years to get an early photo of Mount Ayr’s roller rink and here it is. Thanks to Linda Swanson for this week’s picture. In 1931, Fay Bryant built the…
Read MoreLooking Back with Lora Stull
One Hundred Years Ago (From the Mount Ayr Record News, Thursday, June 29, 1921.) Deputy game warden Bob Akers was ordered off the premises of a farmer in Decatur County. The Grand River flows through the farm and as the farmer owns the land on both sides of the stream he laid claim to the…
Read MoreCounty fair schedule previewed
The opening night of the 2021 Ringgold County Fair is less than two weeks away, and organizers have announced plans for the event that runs Wednesday, July 7 through Sunday, July11. This year’s theme is “Just a Small Town Throw Down,” and full details for all fair activities can be found in the special fair…
Read MorePlans announced for Clearfield July 4 celebration
The Clearfield Lions’ 68th annual Fourth of July celebration is set for Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4. This year’s theme is “Stronger Together.” A new feature this year offers vouchers for various food items, admission discounts and other attractions for those who visit the Clearfield Lions July 4 Facebook page. July 3 Food…
Read MoreCity approves law enforcement contract
The Mount Ayr city council approved the contract for law enforcement service at a relatively short meeting Monday, June 21. The annual contract states the Ringgold County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) will provide law enforcement, administration, communication, education, training, equipment, insurance, supplies, supervision, and operational expenses for the city at a cost of $180,000 for the…
Read MoreMARILYN MARJORIE SHAY
Marilyn Marjorie Shay went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2021. Marilyn was born July 1, 1927 in Maloy, IA, the second of five children, to John C. and Winifred (Hubbard) Shay. She attended Maloy High School, graduating in 1943 with her sister, Catherine. There were nine graduates that year. After graduation she…
Read MoreMARGARET ANN BICKERS
Margaret Ann (Crowson) Bickers was born on March 12, 1950, the first-born twin to Ruby (Rogers) and Crandler Crowson in Louisville, MS. Her mother made sure she and her siblings, Tommy Joe, Crandler (JR), Mary and Carey were taught the importance of faith, family and music, as they traveled around the US as a result…
Read MoreMARCIA MAE CABEBE
Marcia Mae (Nolan) Cabebe, 77, of Morgan Hill passed away on February 9, 2021. She peacefully left this earth holding hands with her daughters. Marcia was born in Redding, IA to John and Cora (Smith) Nolan. She was greeted by her big sister, Margaret Anne, who would be her best friend. Marcia graduated from Mount…
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