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Amateur actors surprise director in Kiwanian Wieting production

Rehearsal is moving along very well The Rehearsal is moving along very well. The Kiwanian players are proving to be a surprise. They are quick learners, and they aren't afraid to have fun with their roles. The production of the Mysterious, Gruesome, Yet Morbidly Fascinating Murder at the ...

Coming annual Chamber Car Show in Tama, Saturday, Sept. 17

It's free and fun for all ages, the annual Tama-Toledo Area Chamber of commerce Car Show is this Saturday, Aug. 16 from 10 a.m.- 3 p..m. on West 3rd Street in downtown Tama."After a great response in 2016, we're pleased to announce the top 20 format returns this year. This year looks to be a ...

Local actor and Minnesota writer / director at Wieting this weekend

Larry Yazzie (South Tama High class of 1985) and Wesley Ellenwood will be available for a question and answer session after the showing of the film No Blood of Mine this weekend, (Fri-Sun) at the Wieting Theatre in Toledo. The movie starts at 7 pm. Admission is $3.

Birds- News-Herald Reader Photos

News-Herald's Reader Photo Feature- Elaine Gibson, rural Tama, the first and frequent contributor to our Reader Photos commented on her latest submission: "One of my favorite things about spring is to hear the songbirds again. The house finch had his mouth full, but it, too, has a beautiful ...

Tama County artists sought for annual show

The Iowa Artists organization is looking for artists to submit their artwork for the Iowa Artists Annual Area 7 Art Show.Iowa Artists is a statewide, non-profit organization that works to encourage and educate artists around the state, and Area 7 covers artists living in Tama, Benton, Black ...

Begin tracing your roots for free at Historical Society event May 4

Are you curious about your roots? Do you want to learn more about your ancestors? The Tama County Historical Society is offering the chance to begin your journey with free assistance from its team of research volunteers.The Tama County Historical Society is offering free research assistance on ...

Toledo Library hosts Theater Thursday

Toledo Library Theater Thursday Event is May 5, at 1:30 p.m. in the library. Enjoy a free movie and refreshments.RSVP by May 4 - call 641-484-3362.

“Teddy Bear Sleep Over” planned at Toledo Library

Kids are invited to bring their teddy bear for a fun time at the Toledo Library, story, craft and snack on Monday, May 9.Kids ages 3-6 with an adult are invited to attend from 6:30 -7:15 p.m.Only the teddy bears will sleep over.Sign up is required for this event. Sign up begins Monday, May 2. ...

University of Iowa Dancers In Company bring tour to the Wieting

The Wieting Theatre is excited to once again be hosting Dancers in Company. The show will be Sunday, April 3rd at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are available at the door: Adults $12 Students $6. A masters' class is taking place at 11 am for students 3rd grade and up. The class costs $15 and includes 1 ...

Couples renew marriage vows at Sunny Hill

"Forever is a long time; but I wouldn't mind spending it by your side" is what these couples of Sunny Hill Care Center once said to their spouse and they meant it.In honor of Valentine 's Day five couples renewed their commitment of marriage to one another during a vow renewal service at Sunny ...