Hometown Current · North English, IA
Schultz, Sr. Gary Lynn "Beater"Williamsburg - Gary Lynn "Beater" Schultz, Sr. was born December 26, 1945 in North English, Iowa. He was a son of Evan & Maude (Doll) Schultz. He attended English Valleys High School. On August 17, 1974, Gary was united in marriage to Linda Kay Heath in Millersburg. Gary worked over 45 years for multiple trucking companies including Shelman & Sons and J & J Trucking. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, camping, having the biggest bonfires, and visiting with everyone. Nobody was a stranger. Gary died on Friday, November 6, 2026, at his home in Williamsburg, at the age of 80 years.He is survived by his wife Linda of Williamsburg; children Tammy (Daniel) Crossman of South English, Jesse (Tracey) Tripses of Williamsburg, Gary Lynn Schultz, Jr.
Pahrump Valley Times · Victor, IA
Nearby: Victor, IAEric Coleman/Pahrump Valley TimesMore StoriesA day of gratitude and remembranceA new era opening for KNYEPahrump Social Powwow prepares for its 27th yearThe J.G. Johnson Elementary Veterans Appreciation Assembly: Thanking those who served By Victor Joecks Special to the Pahrump Valley Times November 11, 2026 - 4:20 am Republicans’ dismal showing in 2026 has made their 2028 presidential primary much more interesting. It has long seemed likely that President Donald Trump’s support would decide the 2028 GOP presidential nomination. He has dominated Republican Party politics for a decade. His ardent base adores him for bucking the amnesty-pushing GOP establishment and for numerous accomplishments. This seemed to suggest that Trump would endorse a presidential candidate, putting him or her on a glide path to the nomination. The most likely candidate was Vice President JD Vance. His position made him the obvious successor. He’s extremely intelligent and well-spoken.
Southeast Iowa Union · Washington, IA
Nearby: Washington, IAWASHINGTON— Over 100 attendees experienced a one-night-only Grant Wood Pop-Up gallery and presentation at the Washington Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 7.This event, put on by the library and Main Street Washington, served as a chance to view rare and early works of famed Iowa artist Grant Wood who gained notoriety after painting American Gothic in 1930. Mike Zahs gives a presentation about Grant Wood to a crowd at the Washington Public Library on Nov. 7, 2026. Giovanni Coronel/The Union “We had over 60 people show up for this first session. Another 25 plus for the second session, last I looked.” said Sally Hart, Library Foundation Board member.
The Hudson Herald · Washington, IA
Nearby: Washington, IASoo Line by Soo GreimanIt’s been four years since two local veterans took part in an Honor Flight that departed Waterloo’s airport Sept. 22, 2022, but both are still talking about the amazing experience they enjoyed. For many, the trip was the first opportunity they had to visit the memorials in our nation’s capital that were built in their honor. Others discovered the rousing welcome-home celebration they received sharply contrasted with the disrespectful moments they’d been subjected to years before as young soldiers.Among the veterans aboard the jet headed to Washington, D.C., early that September morning were friends Dave Rousselow and Dalton Uhde, classmates who had grown up together at Orange School.
Hometown Current · Washington, IA
Nearby: Washington, IAIowa has spoken. We are tired of being defined by political parties. We are Americans and Iowans who deserve to be respected, represented, and heard.Iowans are exhausted by partisan rhetoric, political division, and the unwillingness to work together. The support for Ashley Hinson and Zach Lahn alongside the election of governor-elect Rob Sand suggests that some Republican voters also supported Rob Sand.Voters are not always defined by party labels.As an Iowan, I regret voting for President Trump in 2016. I hoped his business background would bring a fresh perspective to Washington, reduce division, and encourage cooperation. That is not what I witnessed.Iowa’s currant senators have equally disappointed.
Out · Washington, IA
Nearby: Washington, IAThis story originally appeared on The Advocate. Isaac James took in last week’s election results from a bar in Washington, D.C. The victories of pro-LGBTQ+ candidates across the United States struck him as more than cause for excitement. “It felt like a vindication,” he told The Advocate. That’s because James spent months coordinating a voter outreach campaign as executive director of OutVote, a group founded in 2024 to strengthen voting among LGBTQ+ young people. His team organized meetups and campaigns nationwide, focusing on swing districts in Iowa, Michigan, and North Carolina. “We had a big watch party with a lot of OutVote supporters in D.C. Over 100 people joined us,” James said. “The excitement, I hadn’t seen anything like that. It felt like something I’d been waiting for for a long time.” During the November 3 general election, pro-LGBTQ+ candidates won in each race. Christina Bohannan claimed victory in Iowa’s 1st congressional district.
The Hudson Herald · Coralville, IA
Nearby: Coralville, IAThe Hudson volleyball team made history this season, earning its first trip to the state tournament since 2019. The Pirates traveled to Xtream Arena in Coralville on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to face a tough challenge in the Class 2A state quarterfinals against the top-seeded Hinton Blackhawks.Hudson entered the matchup as the No. 8 seed, looking to pull off an upset against the No. 1 seed. Despite a strong effort from the Pirates, Hinton proved to be a difficult opponent.Hudson and Hinton battled back and forth in the opening set, with the Pirates holding an early lead. However, the Blackhawks took control later in the set and came back to win 25-16.Hudson battled back in the second set, keeping the score close throughout, but Hinton managed to pull away late and secure a 25-22 victory. In the third set, Hinton continued its momentum, winning 25-12 to complete the three-set sweep.Sophomore Paige Davis led the Pirates with nine kills, while sophomore Natalie Rausch added eight.
Dispatch-Argus · Iowa City, IA
Nearby: Iowa City, IACallie Levin fought back tears after returning to Iowa City. The former Hawkeye reflected on her decision to transfer and the confidence she's regained at Northern Iowa.
Business Insider · Iowa City, IA
Nearby: Iowa City, IAVivian Pei left the US and spent more than 30 years building a career and starting a family abroad. She and her two teenage kids moved back after she realized her father needed help. Pei cared for him until he died last year. She's grateful for their final years together. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Vivian Pei, an American mother of two and cofounder of Snacky Mini Mart in Iowa City. After building her career abroad for over 30 years, she moved back to the US to look after her father. Her words have been edited for length and clarity. I spent more than 30 years living abroad. I never imagined I'd end up moving back to the US, especially to Iowa City, where I'd never lived before. Five years ago, I visited my 85-year-old dad and was shocked by how much he'd aged. He'd always been fiercely independent and had continued working at his restaurant in Wisconsin until just before the pandemic, but suddenly he seemed so much older.
The Gazette · Iowa City, IA
Nearby: Iowa City, IAThe Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. Matt Degner, superintendent of the Iowa City Community School District, listens during a Feb. 24 board meeting at the district’s Educational Services Building in Iowa City. Jim Slosiarek/The Gazette CORRECTION: The resignation agreement was approved in a 4-2 vote with Mitch Lingo and Audrey Moeller opposed. The Gazette initially misreported the vote.IOWA CITY — The Iowa City school board Tuesday approved the resignation of former district leader Matt Degner by mutual consent amid an ongoing financial crisis.
Highlands Current · Fairfield, IA
Nearby: Fairfield, IARobert Neal Rathe, 84, died Oct. 31. He met his future wife, Adelle Glick, in fourth grade at Haldane Elementary in Cold Spring. Robert was born Jan. 11, 1942, in Manhattan, the son of Ethel and Fred Rathe of New York City and Cold Spring. He attended the University of Vermont and Parsons College in Fairfield, Iowa. He took over the family display business in 1964 and, with his brother, Rick, grew Rathe Productions into an international design firm known for the Dinosaur Halls at the American Museum of Natural History and exhibitions for the Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty museums, as well as World’s Fairs. Robert also created and co-owned the iconic Gotham Bar and Grill in New York City. He was a race car driver, car collector, foodie, chef, world traveler and backgammon player. He lived on his own terms, pursuing every passion with fearless curiosity, his family said. He married Adelle, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Glick, on Aug. 26, 1965, at the Beacon Hebrew Temple.
Iowa Capital Dispatch · Cedar Rapids, IA
Nearby: Cedar Rapids, IAA federal prosecutor based in Cedar Rapids has been sanctioned for allegedly plagiarizing portions of his application to become a district court judge. The Attorney Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Iowa alleges that in May 2026, Michael S.A. Hudson, who works as a special assistant United States attorney for the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of Iowa, applied for an open position as a district court judge within Iowa’s First Judicial District. According to the board, “significant portions of the application were copied from application materials Judge Justin Lightfoot had submitted when seeking a judicial appointment in 2021.” The board alleges “the copying was extensive” and was not limited to an isolated sentence or phrase. “A side-by-side comparison of the applications shows repeated use of Judge Lightfoot’s organization, sequence of ideas, sentence structure, and substantive language across multiple paragraphs and sections,” the board concluded.