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Bridging the Generational Gap at Halcyon House Helps with Technology
2+ hour, 48+ min ago (210+ words) Student interns make all the difference for connection for the residents of Halcyon House in Washington." Residents regularly needed help with technology. Questions around phones, laptops, smart TVs, and more kept surfacing, and staff at Halcyon House knew that the…...
March is Arts in Education Month
21+ hour, 52+ min ago (138+ words) March is Arts in Education Month'KCII Radio March is Arts in Education Month, and the City of Washington recognized the impact of the arts. Washington Mayor Millie Youngquist read a proclamation declaring the month for the city, "Learning in and…...
Seven Golden Hawks Headed to IHSSA Individual Events All-State Festival
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (138+ words) The Golden Hawk speech team continues to roll along, with seven students picking up 11 nominations to the upcoming Iowa High School Speech Association Individual Events All-State Festival on March 30th. Thirteen students competed in 21 different events at the IHSSA Individual Events…...
Creative Sprouts Receives Donation from Riverside Casino and Golf Resort
3+ day, 22+ hour ago (138+ words) Creative Sprouts Receives Donation from Riverside Casino and Golf Resort'KCII Radio A local organization focused on early childhood education and care received a large donation from the Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Creative Sprouts Champions, Inc. received a $10,000 donation earlier…...
Highland Creating Strength and Conditioning Position
4+ day, 3+ hour ago (203+ words) Highland Creating Strength and Conditioning Position'KCII Radio Highland Community School District has announced that it will partner with the Highland Athletic Booster Club to create a new Strength and Conditioning Coordinator position. Highland activities director Jody Fink said that the…...
Hillcrest Academy Names Emma Brenneman as First Dean of Students
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (233+ words) Hillcrest Academy Names Emma Brenneman as First Dean of Students'KCII Radio Hillcrest Academy has announced its first-ever Dean of Students to help support school communications and culture. Emma Brenneman will start in the role starting in the 2026-2027 school year. According…...
Highland Starts School Snack Program at Elementary
6+ day, 21+ hour ago (239+ words) Highland Starts School Snack Program at Elementary'KCII Radio The Highland Nutrition Department has introduced a new snack program for elementary school students. The "Fuel Our Classrooms" program is intended to help younger students stay focused in the classroom by providing…...
Washington School District Entering Spring Break
1+ week, 2+ day ago (53+ words) Washington School District Entering Spring Break'KCII Radio The students, teachers, and staff of the Washington Community School District are entering spring break this week. The district's spring break runs from Monday, March 16th through Friday, March 20th. With the weekends included, the…...
Washington County Conservation Hosting Hunter Education Course
1+ week, 3+ day ago (141+ words) Washington County Conservation staff will be hosting a Hunter Education class." This class is geared toward anyone 11 years of age or older, and must be completed prior to purchasing a hunting license at 16. Hunter education is a mandatory program that…...
Two Organizations Partner to Hold Animal Care Academy for Kids
1+ week, 4+ day ago (195+ words) Two Organizations Partner to Hold Animal Care Academy for Kids'KCII Radio Kids with an enthusiasm for animal care have an opportunity to learn more with a class offered by the Kirkwood Washington County Regional Center over spring break. March 16-18th from…...