10 Beaver athletes made their decisions official, committing to colleges to continue their academic and athletic careers. more

The Durant girls’ golf team continues to shine. As the calendar flipped to May, the Wildcats maintain their placement as one of the best 1A golf teams in the area. more

In a matchup that could preview a future postseason clash, the No. 2-ranked West Liberty Comets squared off with No. 3 Regina Catholic on Friday night in Iowa City for a boys’ soccer battle between two of the state’s top contenders in Class 1A. more

The Wilton boys’ golf team took a short bus ride west last Tuesday (April 29) to compete in the West Liberty Invitational. more

“I love to read!” more

The Durant City Council approved an amendment to the budget for fiscal year July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025, after a public hearing was held during its regular meeting on April 28. more

Playing an important role in providing emergency services to the Bennett community and surrounding area is the Bennett Ambulance Service, a group of 20 volunteers that handles more than 100 calls a year. more

At just 16 years old, Ricardo Garcia Rodriguez is proving that age is no limit when it comes to turning a passion into a thriving business. Ricardo is a sophomore student of West Liberty High School and has recently  launched Festive Flair, a party decoration and photography business that’s already making waves in the West Liberty area. more

Larry Lee First was born a leap year baby in Summerville, Mass., to Henry Gust First and Phyllis Giesel First.  He grew up in Detroit Lakes Minn., and Durant, where he (Ox) was known for his athletic talents in basketball, football, baseball and track. His name is on the wall at the Durant High School for the most basketball rebounds, numbering 791.  He married Gail Sannes (Normal, Ill.) and they had two beautiful daughters. more

Susan McConnell, 79, of Solon, passed away unexpectedly on April 26, 2025. more

Susan Kristine “Kris” Bradish, 74, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 1, 2025. more

Teachers and school staff often serve as the community link between the next generation and the members of their local American Legion, and those who go above and beyond to maintain this link are seen as all the more crucial. more

This year, two new managers will be leading the way at the West Liberty Farmer’s Market. On Tuesday, April 22, the West Liberty Chamber of Commerce announced Lucy Bowie and Clifford McFerren had been selected as its new market managers. more

In honor of Iowa Soil and Water Conservation Week, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Development announced Monday afternoon that it will be investing in 14 new urban water quality projects across the state – including one in Durant. more

On Saturday, the Wilton Public Library held its annual Edible Books Challenge.  more

The Durant-Wilton Food Pantry, 408 Cedar Street in Wilton, will be open 9-11 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 6. more

Wilton Citywide Garage Sale and Elder Park Market Day, sponsored by Wilton Chamber, is this Saturday. more

The Battle of the Books district trophy has been taken by Durant Elementary School following a championship win by the Bookish Best Friends – consisting of sixth graders Piper Hermiston, Anna Harland, and Layton Richman. This is the second time the Bookish Best Friends have competed in the Battle of the Books district championship. more

To celebrate the end of the year, the Durant Community School District’s band program will be performing their end of the year pops concert on Wednesday, May 7, at the Durant Band Shell. The free concert will begin at 5 p.m., and will feature musicians from 5th grade to 12th grade. more

During this year’s Earth Day, the Iowa State University’s Water Rocks! program held a competition that challenged students from across Iowa to fight for a high score in its “Rock Your Watershed” challenge. more