June 18, 2013


Sailing scenes: View PHOTO GALLERY from the May 18 garage sale

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The sun was shining, the weather was warm. It was, in short, a picture-perfect day for saling — garage saling, that is. Folks from near and far traveled to Eldridge for the community's annual … [Read more...]

Lost Grove Lake back on schedule: Recent rains generate excitement

Rising waters at Lost Grove Lake

By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer Thanks to a big assist from Mother Nature, the excitement surrounding Lost Grove Lake is reaching unprecedented heights. The same could be said for the lake … [Read more...]

Spring Jazz Concert is May 14: Renowned bassist will appear with NS jazz ensembles

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By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor North Scott’s jazz program continues to live up to its reputation of high-quality and high-energy education and performance. Year after year, the high … [Read more...]

Students direct, star in spring plays: Lancer Productions’ show this weekend includes ‘Potpourri’ of talent acts

Eric (Zach Wilford) and (adult) Julie (Sonya Haan) enjoy a romantic moment in "Timeline."

By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor The Spring Lancer Productions Potpourri will take the stage this Friday and Saturday, April 12 and 13, at 7 p.m. All seats are $5 at the door. The evening … [Read more...]

Chance of a lifetime: NS grad in Italy to witness new pope’s introduction

Despite a heavy rain, thousands of faithful Catholics crowded St. Peter's Square outside the Vatican on March 13 to await the announcement that their new pope had been elected. Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina took the name Francis upon becoming the church's 266th pontiff.

By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer Back in October 2012, when North Scott graduate Breann (Malik) Thompson planned a trip to Italy, she was excited about getting a chance to see the … [Read more...]

Rural Princeton woman recognized with Legend Award

Nurse Betty Carter retired from Genesis Medical Center's East Campus four years ago, but she continues to work at the hospital up to 40 hours a month. Genesis is honoring her with its Legend Award next week.

By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor Legendary people tend to have their exploits and virtues extolled by many whose lives they have touched. But often, what makes someone a legend also grants … [Read more...]

Reflecting on helping save a life: Park View man determined to promote live liver tranplants

Matt Wilshusen and his cousin, Joan Korte, pose for a picture three months after her liver transplant.

By Scott Campbell NSP Editor Not a day goes by that Matt Wilshusen doesn’t think about the decision he made two years ago, and even now, the Park View man has no regrets. Although the … [Read more...]

Pope’s resignation doesn’t surprise St. Ann’s pastor

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By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor The announcement that shook the Catholic world last week did not take Monsignor Drake Shafer by surprise. The pastor of St. Ann Catholic Church in Long Grove, … [Read more...]

‘Godspell’ features work of two NS residents: Jeff Ashcraft, Joel Rohde play big roles in Maquoketa production this weekend

Joel Rohde of Park View rehearses a scene with Erica Barker.

By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor When the musical “Godspell” takes the stage this weekend at the Ohnward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa, presented by Peace Pipe Players, the audience may not … [Read more...]

LP presents ‘Triangle’: Historical drama takes NS stage this weekend for three performances

Malena (Anna Marceau,left) and Isabel (Katie Jelinske) are daughters of modern day immigrants. Here, they have a sisterly disagreement.

By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor A tragedy that took place in New York City more than a century ago still has lessons to teach, and North Scott’s Lancer Productions will bring those lessons to … [Read more...]