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Slices of Life By Jill Pertler-Love in the time of COVID

We are all social distancing. Hugs from a friend have been put on hold. Personal interaction is kept to a minimum. Masks have become fashion statements, gloves a necessity. We go out only when we are out of milk, or eggs or toilet paper. We fear the touch of human contact. Well, not really but ...

Looking Back ~ From the Archives of the Reinbeck Courier-By Laura Beard

10 YEARS AGO APRIL 24, 2020 Prom was held on Sat. May 1, at Lincoln’s Amvet Hall with a theme of “A Night in Paris”. Karyn Brinkmeyer singer/song writer. will hold a concert on May 16 at the United Methodist Church. Margaret Lockhart, 85, Reinbeck died April 29 at Grundy Care Center. ...

Slices of Life By Jill Pertler- Foods of the alphabet

Fact one: Because of a stay-at-home directive, we aren’t supposed to venture out into public unless we are essential or in need of essential items – like milk or eggs. Sometimes the shelves are bare. Fact two: Many of us have had some time on our hands lately. We can’t do the things ...

Laity Reflection: Six Reasons Why You Should Trust God

I had planned another topic for today’s reflection, but God brought this to you through Rev. Roger White’s FB page. It is from prayers.crossmap.com, which I hope you will look up and be encouraged by their writings. I have only taken these six reasons and written out the scriptures to ...

Looking Back

30 years ago May 4, 1990 Mr. and Mrs. Noel Boldt, Gladbrook, will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary with an open house. Gertrude Baumeier and Morris P. Bruene were united in marriage on Saturday, April 14 at the Gladbrook United Methodist Church. 40 years ago May 9, 1980 Last ...

Slices of Life By Jill Pertler- Foods of the alphabet

Fact one: Because of a stay-at-home directive, we aren’t supposed to venture out into public unless we are essential or in need of essential items – like milk or eggs. Sometimes the shelves are bare. Fact two: Many of us have had some time on our hands lately. We can’t do the things ...

Looking Back

30 years ago April 27, 1990 In honor of Earth Day, several boys from Pack 394 planted a Crimson King Maple tree on the west side of the shelter house in the Garwin Park. Kathryn Kunch, council member heading the Parks Department, was on hand to help find a location for the tree. Thanks to ...