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2018 BIG 4 FAIR SCHEDULE (The fun begins Aug. 30)

Chris Baldus

NASHUA — The Big 4 Fair is just around the corner and here is the schedule of events: Thursday, August 30 Entry day (All Day) Friday, August TBA — Big 4 Fair Tractor Ride – Call Dave Bucknell for details 641-330-1662 6 p.m. to midnight — Uncle G’s Pavilion 6:30 p.m. — Truck & Tractor Pull – Lovik Sled Co. Saturday, September 1 8 a.m. — Halter Classes (Saddle Horses & Ponies) 11 a.m. — Bean Bag Tournament – Contact Brad Schmitt 319-961-1555 11 a.m.  to midnight — Uncle G’s Pavilion – Live Music with Cross Tie Walker  immediately after Figure Eights!  … Continue reading 2018 BIG 4 FAIR SCHEDULE (The fun begins Aug. 30)

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School to School 5k and Fun Run is Aug. 25

Chris Baldus

News Release CHARLES CITY — Washington Elementary School is sponsoring the third annual School to School 5k and Fun Run that will promote healthy habits while showcasing the Charles City Community School District schools, plus the 500 North Grand building and Immaculate Conception Catholic School. The 5k route will begin at the Charles City Middle School, run past all current school buildings and end at Washington Elementary School. The Fun Run is for children younger than 13-years-old and will take place on the Leon Mulford track at Washington Elementary School following the 5k. The fun run will feature a cloud of … Continue reading School to School 5k and Fun Run is Aug. 25

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Registration open for Firecracker 5 races on July 4

Chris Baldus

News Release CHARLES CITY – Registration is now open for runners to sign up for the Charley Western Firecracker 5 and take part in either the 5K or 5-mile races, both of which will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 4, near the Charles City High School parking lot. Brochures with registration forms are available at the Charles City Community Development Office at 401 North Main St. Online registration is also available at http://www.GetMeRegistered.com/CharleyWestern5. Register on or before June 18th for $25 per person and to be guaranteed a race shirt. Registrations will be accepted after June 18th for … Continue reading Registration open for Firecracker 5 races on July 4

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Bayou Bend leads 10-Pin Heaven bowling league 

Chris Baldus

CHARLES CITY — Nine weeks into the the 32-week season of Comet Bowl’s Wednesday night men’s league, 10-Pin Heaven, Bayou Bend is atop the standings followed by MTE and then Jendro Sanitation. Bayou’s team members are Richard Burham, Mike Ross, Denny Carr, Jeff Wink and John Ayers. Wink has the second highest scratch game of this early season at 279. The top game is a 289 rolled by Jesse Gifford of the Fareway Butchers, which owns the highest scratch series of the season at 3,201 and the highest scratch game at 1,154. Bayou Bend has the season’s best handicap series … Continue reading Bayou Bend leads 10-Pin Heaven bowling league 

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Hunn powers Thursday night league leader TJ Service

Chris Baldus

COMET BOWL, Charles City, Iowa — Five bowlers in the Thursday night men’s bowling league have a higher average than Jim Hunn at 213. But it’s his TJ Service team on top of the standings after eight weeks. Hunn’s teammates, Tom Bock, Jordan Bock, Jess Griffin and Kory McIntire have 23.5 more points won than second place Redline Vending. Cambrex is in third, but only a half point behind RV in points won. Cambrex team member Corey Anderegg has the highest scratch series so far this season, a 760. Snap Fitness team member Jessie Gifford and YOLI’s Doc Slinger share … Continue reading Hunn powers Thursday night league leader TJ Service

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Hawkeye League Bowling: Snap Fitness leaps into first; Doc Slinger’s adjustments get him a 290 game

Chris Baldus

COMET BOWL, Charles City, IA — Local chiropractor Dr Anthony Slinger made the right adjustments in Week 2 and bowled the top scratch game of this young season for the Hawkeye League, which bowls Thursday nights. Slinger, who has rolled a 300 game before, had a 290 last week. However, it was Snap Fitness that jumped to the top spot in the team standings. Week 2 results from Thursday, Sept. 14, are below: Team name               PW  PL  P+HCP Snap Fitness …. …. . 51     29     6747 Redline Vending …. … Continue reading Hawkeye League Bowling: Snap Fitness leaps into first; Doc Slinger’s adjustments get him a 290 game

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Hawkeye Bowling: Brockney takes the lead

Chris Baldus

COMET BOWL, Charles City, IA — Week 1 was good for team YOLI bowler Dave Brockney, who scored the highest scratch series (736) and tied teammate Rob Gillespie for the highest scratch game (279). Their team, however, came in second to Cambrex in the Hawkeye League standings. The Thursday night league began its season Thursday, Sept. 7. Week 2 results from Thursday, Sept. 14, are pending. Team name               PW  PL  P+HCP Cambrex …. …. …. … 33       7     3526 YOLI …. …. …. …. …. . 28   … Continue reading Hawkeye Bowling: Brockney takes the lead

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Bowling: Team 6 leads Sunday Nite Mixed League

Chris Baldus

Team 6 leads the Comet Bowl’s Sunday Nite Mixed League after The Sept. 10 session. Results are below: (TEAM: points won – points lost / pins + HDCP) Team 6 ………………..4 – 0 / 2285 Idler Trucking …….3 – 1 /  2228 Mitchell Family Show Cattle ……….2 -2 / 2234 Comet Bowl ……….2 -2 / 2143 Vetter Farms ……..1 – 3  / 2152 Team 5 ……………….0 – 4 / 2111 LANE ASSIGNMENTS  Sept. 10: Lanes 3-4: Team 5 vs, Comet Bowl; Lanes 5-6: Idler Trucking vs. Team 6; Lanes 7-8: Vetter Farms vs Mitchell Family Sept. 17: Lanes 3-4: Mitchell Farms vs. … Continue reading Bowling: Team 6 leads Sunday Nite Mixed League

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CC man the 6th fastest Iowan in Boston Marathon

Chris Baldus

BOSTON — A Charles City man had the 6th fastest time among Iowa runners Monday in the Boston Marathon. When you include all the runners, Torrey Stallsmith, 26, placed 1,966th with his official time of 3:04:36 Here are other north-central Iowans who ran the Boston Marathon. Included are their official time and overall finishing place. Kevin R. Cummer, 45, of Waverly, 3:28:20, 6,609 Jamie K. Stensland, 51, of Waverly, 3:39:17, 9,553 Perry McGee, 45, of Cresco, 3:45:21, 11,316 David Kersbergen, 51 of Mason City, 3:46:16, 11,569 Lynn H Manning, 60, of Forest City, 3:46:22, 11,601 Steve Younker, 51, of Mason … Continue reading CC man the 6th fastest Iowan in Boston Marathon

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Cedar Ridge Golf Course announces lessons, membership rates

Chris Baldus

CHARLES CITY — The new owners of Cedar Ridge Golf Course, Cary A. and Dena Perez are announcing some of the changes they are implementing. For one, Cary Perez, a PGA professional, will offer private and group instruction for players of all ages and abilities, according to the course’s website. Click here to see membership rates.     Call today to book a tee time at (641) 228-6465 Continue reading Cedar Ridge Golf Course announces lessons, membership rates