Carder, Kelley reign at Color Day
October 11, 2011
Boone Central Color Day royalty.
All seniors were introduced and all activities were recognized during the ceremony, which was a culmination of “Spirit Week” at the school last week.
First attendants were Taylor Iverson and Alex Johnson, and second attendants were Tony Krohn and Traci Pelster. Pages were Myah Lipker and Jacob Miller.
Students, rescue personnel learn from simulated car crash
October 4, 2011
Firemen assist victims in last Friday’s simulated accident.
That morning, students watched as fellow classmates were extricated from two cars that had been in an apparent accident on Fifth Street just outside the school.
Although make-up was used on the participating students to make their injuries seem as realistic as possible, it wasn’t real. No one had been harmed.
The simulation was arranged as a learning experience — a way to put a realistic image on potential outcomes that face students every day, and to illustrate the need for responsible driving.
Details in the Oct. 5 Albion News and Petersburg Press, Print & Electronic Editions.
Harvest pace expected to increase
September 27, 2011
High moisture corn harvested west of Albion last week.
Many soybean fields are rapidly drying down into harvest range, and recent dry and sunny weather is pushing the process along.
An early load of dryland soybeans from Boone County Monday tested at 10.5 percent moisture with a yield estimate of 60 to 62 bushels per acre, according to one area agronomist.
If weather stays dry, many area farmers could be harvesting soybeans by the end of this week.
K of C, Legion honor Pat Curran
September 20, 2011
Patrick Curran
Curran, 79, was honored for his dedication to and longtime membership in both organizations.
He was presented with plaques to recognize his 60 years of membership in the Knights of Columbus, and 37 years of membership in Albion’s American Legion Post.
Details in the Sept. 21 Albion News Print & Electronic Editions.
‘Patriot Walk’ marks 9/11 anniversary
September 13, 2011
Area firemen helped to lead the Patriot Walk on Sept. 11.
An estimated 150 to 170 people took part in the walk, which was led by a veterans Color Guard and area firemen (above).
Stae Sen. Kate Sullivan was the guest speaker for a program following the walk.
Cardboard boat competition is spirited
September 6, 2011
Tonya Hunt, float-a-boat winner, gets a good soaking.
The boats were well-made, with inventive use of cardboard and duct tape, and outstanding “floatability.” It took about one hour and 45 minutes to determine the contest winner, which turned out to be Tonya Hunt (above) and her crew of Brian Luettel, Steve Grape and Jason Hunt.
More photos and complete details in the Sept. 7 Albion News Print & Electronic Editions.
Second ‘Rhythm & Ribs’ successful
August 30, 2011
Grilling contestant Dan Smith tends to his ribs.
“Attendance was down somewhat, but it was still an outstanding community event with excellent participation in the grilling contest,” said Jill Anding, Albion Chamber of Commerce executive director.
The total attendance included grilling participants, volunteer workers and band members. A total of 31 grilling teams participated this year, up from 18 teams last year.
Details & Photos in the Aug. 31 Albion News Print & Electronic Editions.
Bed races and more . . . .
August 23, 2011
Fun at Music & Mayhem in Cedar Rapids.
Details in the Aug. 24 Albion News Print & Electronic Editions.
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