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‘Do you remember Barb Scafferi?’

Barb Scafferi of Marshalltown intended to write for one year only a monthly column “Do You Remember … for “Past Times” - then a monthly Times-Republican insert devoted to central Iowa history. However, one became 17. She wrote more than 200 columns containing hundreds of ...

The new generation

TAMA — Through over 80 years of lineup changes, success and seemingly endless touring, one constant has remained constant for The Oak Ridge Boys: their iconic vocal harmonies have never wavered. The group performed at Meskwaki Bingo Casino as part of their “farewell tour” two years ago, ...

Gilman native releases new book ‘The Ambassadors’

GILMAN — Author Rhonda Virkus Mumby of Belle Plaine, formerly of Gilman, is returning to her roots. She will host a talk at the Gilman Public Library on Nov. 21 from 10 to 11 a.m. on her latest book “The Ambassadors,” the first installment in her Semi-Charmed series. It’s a dark ...

GMG Angel Tree 2026: Bringing holiday cheer to the community

GARWIN – The holidays are brighter when we take care of one another. This holiday season, the Garwin Enrichment League (GEL), alongside dedicated community volunteers, is organizing the 2026 GMG Angel Tree to help make the holidays a little brighter for local GMG students and families. The ...