Alta News
Vet Sweet Heart Supper set
(02/02/12)
Have Valentine's plans? The Alta VFW and Ladies Auxiliary are hosting the Veterans Sweet Heart Supper and all are welcome. The event will take place Feb. 15 at the Alta Community Building. Supper begins at 6 p.m. Entertainment, provided by Touch of Broadway, begins at 7:15 p.m...
Alta to honor two of their heroes
(02/02/12)
Gary and Sandy Launderville have been changing lives for two decades; community event set for Feb. 11
A-A large group speech students head to state contests
(02/02/12)
Alta-Aurelia's Large Group Speech teams had a very successful time at district contests held Saturday, Jan. 21. There were 17 groups that participated; 14 received "I" ratings which means they will all go on to compete at state, Feb. 4. A-A speech coach is Brad Nesbitt...
New Alta store features a little bit of everything; make an offer
(02/02/12)
Tony Nunez has opened a new store in Alta - Alta Shop Thrifty Store - which is filled with treasures that will appeal to many at prices you can afford. The store is located on Main Street, next to Century Bar. Nunez's shop specializes in household items (including framed pictures, televisions, furniture, lamps, shelving and other decor) electronics, tools, collector items, and even sewing machines. There are also some antiques...
Free tax preparation services in Alta -- call for appointment
(02/02/12)
Free tax preparation by IRS-certified volunteers is again this year available in Alta. Federal and Iowa tax returns are prepared and filed electronically by IRS-certified volunteers at no cost. If you have your refund direct deposited to a bank account, you can expect to receive your refund in one to two weeks!...
Kids for Christ Club begins Feb. 8 at Summit
(02/02/12)
It's tough to know how to deal with bumps, bruises, and bullies! God wants to help kids handle these challenges the right way. All kids ages four through grade four are welcome to become "Young Peacemakers" this winter at Kids For Christ Club in Summit Church!...
Pastor's Corner: Doubting God's love
(02/02/12)
"You hate me!" Probably every parent of teenagers has heard that phrase at some point. As adults we remember the disappointments of our own adolescent years. Maybe you were grounded because of bad behavior. Or you really wanted that expensive pair of shoes and mom said, "Sorry, it doesn't fit our family budget." Maybe dad said, "No, you can't go to that movie or concert." And what did you say? "If you really loved me, mom/dad, you wouldn't be ruining my life like this!"...
Hands and words are not for hurting: taking a stand on bullying
(01/27/12)
Bullying will not be tolerated in the Alta-Aurelia School District. From the youngest age to the oldest, the students hear it, learn it, practice it - bullying is wrong. Last week the Aurelia elementary and A-A middle school students took a vow to prevent violence and bullying...
Out of Africa
(01/27/12)
Scott Radke, a senior at Buena Vista University, is planning on being a veterinarian someday. He will have a decision to make as to what types of animals he will treat - small animals, medium size animals such as those he grew up with on the farm or the large animals he had the opportunity to experience during a recent trip to South Africa...
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