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CRESCO - From riding in a horse and buggy, to creating quilts with a customized long-arm quilting machine, Katie Mast has come a long way!
Having grown up Amish, Mast has been making a living the past 15-plus years owning and operating Quilters Garden in downtown Cresco. Having made thousands of...
CRESCO - Sometimes destiny has a way of finding two individuals, having them fall in love and become a couple!
That is the interesting story behind how Jim and Barb “Bilidt” Holstrom found each other and have now been married for 40 years!
It was a match made in heaven . . . and one that was a...
CRESCO - There’s a new sheriff in town . . . and he’s a good one!
With years of military experience, having been a State Trooper on a Tactical Team, been in charge of a military unit protecting high-ranking officials in Washington D.C. and other affluent places, and done training throughout the...
CRESCO - Leuthold’s Clothing is a name trusted in the area for great fashion, friendly service and value. A place where you come as a customer, but leave as a friend . . .
For the past 75 years Leuthold’s has been a part of Cresco’s downtown, offering a unique blend of women’s and men’s clothing,...
CRESCO - When it comes to someone who represents the community of Cresco, Fran Burke is definitely “that gal!”
In her 80s, Burke still has that energy, that determination and vigor to still be working, still be volunteering and still be the grandma and great grandma loved by her family.
This past...
CRESCO - Dan’s Roadhouse graciously hosted the Howard County/Cresco Driftrunners and their annual toy drive.
Food and drinks were served as several members of the community came and donated unwrapped and brand new toys. All the toys will be donated to local children in need. A live band kept the...
CRESCO - The Veteran’s Day Banquet celebrated those who have served in the United States military. Veterans from nearly every war was in attendance and recognized for their sacrifices.
Leon Roethler, the American Legion Post 135 Commander opened the banquet, and Gary Johnson, the Legion Post 135...
HOWARD COUNTY - There was a nice turnout of voters in the 2024 Presidential Election with nearly 4,850 individuals hitting the polls or voting by mail in the nine precincts throughout the county.
Over 65% voted for Republican candidate Donald J. Trump and just over 33% went with Democratic...
CRESCO - The Kellow House will be in full festive swing this year in celebration of Christmas! The historic 1800’s home will be decked out head-to-toe in christmas trees and vintage decorations on Friday, November 29, from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday, November 30 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Guests will...
CRESCO - The Board of Trustees for the Regional Services of Howard County Hospital will have an election this year, with candidates looking to fill two seats that expire in January 2025. Voting will take place on November 5, 2024.
Candidates include Jan Carman, Darlene Vsetecka, and Bootie Kapler...
