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MFL MarMac to purchase CVG property

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:40

The MFL MarMac School District is purchasing the former Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) property in Monona. The site is located on West Spruce Street, across the street from the MFL MarMac baseball field, and would add five acres to the Monona campus. (Photo by Audrey Posten)

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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Kelly returns to dance

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:35

Kayla Kelly of Guttenberg, who recently joined the Titan Dolls dance team for the Cedar Rapids Titans indoor football franchise, poses with a young fan during the meet and greet tailgate kick-off ahead of the first home game on Feb. 15.

By Kaitlyn Kuehl-Berns | Times-Register

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MFL MarMac has record-breaking large group speech season

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 15:09

Nine MFL MarMac events representing 35 students have advanced to the All-State Large Group Speech Festival. This is the most All-State events and students the school has ever had, and it ranks as the fifth highest number of students from a single school across the entire state this year. (Photo submitted)

MFL MarMac was recognized for its TV news entry Behind the Headlines: Journey in Faith, which detailed the Archdiocese of Dubuque’s plans to close churches. It was a departure from MFL MarMac’s typically humorous TV news pieces, instead sharing emotional insight from youth who will be impacted. (Photo submitted)

In the humorous short film Toast, freshman Jonathan Whitney portrayed all the characters, complete with different accents for each person. (Photo submitted)

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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MFL MarMac Friends of the Arts a pivotal supporter of fine arts programs

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:59

MFL MarMac Friends of the Arts (FOTA) support the school’s music, theater, speech and art programs. The group expended just under $10,000 in the last fiscal year, going toward efforts like senior spotlight banners and new art partitions. (Photo submitted)

Earlier this school year, FOTA covered one-third of the cost of a new tuba for the growing band program. Community support helps the group give back. (Photo submitted)

MFL MarMac FOTA helps lessen the financial burden for fine arts students and programs by helping with entry fees for contests and events. Pictured is the Legacy Show Choir. (Photo by Audrey Posten)

By Audrey Posten | Times-Register

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Times-Register wins two awards

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:50

The Times-Register received two awards in the 2026 Iowa Better Newspaper Contests. Pictured are editor Audrey Posten (left) and graphic designer Kim Corpian.

The Times-Register received two awards in the 2026 Iowa Better Newspaper Contests, marking the 12th consecutive year the newspaper has been honored. The awards were announced during the Iowa Newspaper Association’s awards ceremony on Feb. 5 in Des Moines.

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Joyce M. Thurn

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:44

Joyce Marie Thurn, 89, of Edgewood, passed away on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, at her home. She was born on April 4, 1936, in rural Elkport, the daughter of John Jr. and Mildred (Dahl) Kuehl. Joyce was very proud of attending country school Volga #3 (Grandview) through eighth grade. She graduated as valedictorian of the Elkader High School class of 1953. Joyce then attended Iowa State Teachers College and taught elementary school in Maynard and then Colesburg. She was a teacher in all aspects of her life.

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Linda S. Widmar

Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/18/2026 - 14:42

Linda Sue Widmar (DeShaw) was born on April 23, 1958, and passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, 2026. She lived a life filled with love, laughter and dedication to her family and all who knew her, leaving a lasting impression on everyone she touched.

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