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October 2025

NECC Climbers practice at Petersburg..

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Students in the Northeast Community College Wind Energy program visited the Laredo Ridge Wind Farm near Petersburg on Thursday, October 2. The wind farm is operated by Clearway. Under the guidance of Clearway staff and their instructor, 14 freshmen students had the opportunity to climb an actual industrial wind turbine. “It was incredibly rewarding to see the excitement on their faces and hear the enthusiasm in their voices as they described the experience. Their reactions truly reflected the impact of hands-on learning in the field. We greatly appreciate our industry partners helping to facilitate this experience,” said Aaron Hoffmann, Wind Energy instructor. (Northeast Community College)
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Dorothy L. Olson, 93

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Funeral Services for Dorothy “Dottie” Lee Olson, 93, of Albion, were held Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Levander Funeral Home, Albion. Chaplain Mark Hartley officiated, and a private family interment followed at Rose Hill Cemetery.
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Robert J. Kleffner Jr., 56

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Mass of Christian Burial for Robert John “Robbie” Kleffner Jr., 56 of Spalding were held Saturday, October 18, 2025, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Spalding.
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Shirley L. Nissen, 94

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There will be a Celebration of Life for Shirley L. Nissen of Elgin, at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the Elgin Christian Community Church in Elgin.
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Joseph A Schilousky, 67

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Funeral services for Joseph A Schilousky, 67 of Albion, were held Friday, October 17, 2025, at Levander Funeral Home in Albion. Pastor Roy Schilousky officiated.
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Kenneth A. Smiley, 88

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Funeral services for Kenneth A. Smiley, 88, of Cedar Rapids were held Monday, October 20, 2025, at the United Methodist Church, Cedar Rapids.
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Panthers run at D3 District X-C

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On Thursday, October 16 the Panther Cross Country team headed to Ainsworth for the District D3 meet held at the Ainsworth Golf Course. The weather threatened to postpone the races but they managed to sneak in both races between storms.
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Students celebrate Fire Prevention week

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Members of the Newman Grove Fire Department gave students rides on a fire truck and an ambulance today to help celebrate Fire Prevention Week. A huge thank-you to Ryan Chilson, Kenny Potmesil, Tyler Albracht, Mary Potmesil, Mark Seier, Bryton Fowlkes, and Connie Johnson for volunteering their time and helping make the day so special..
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FFA hosts Farmer event...

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Newman Grove FFA members hosted the “Feed the Farmer” event this year, partnering with Farmer’s Pride in Newman Grove..
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