Opinion
Kim Brooks
04/17/2024 - 8:56am
We are 10 weeks out before the 2024 Summer Olympics start on July 26 in Paris, France.
I’ve shared many times about my love for the Olympics, both the Summer and Winter Games. There is just something so historic and patriotic about athletes...
Agriculture
There was an error in the April 10 issue of the Express, regarding the Beasts of the East Cattle Show that was held April 7 at the Great Jones County Fairgrounds. The Jones County Beef Producers were not involved in creating or promoting the event; rather it was the four people pictured, from left: Tanner Curtin, Lydia Recker, DeLainy Fellinger and Jamien Moore. The Express regrets the error. (Photo submitted)
04/17/2024 - 9:25am
Features
In early April, Starlighters was recognized during the 2024 ICTA Convention in Decorah. Those who took part in “Red” received awards. From left are Basilio “Bud” Light and Steven and Aimee Clemmons. (Photo submitted)
04/17/2024 - 9:02am
Members of the Starlighters II Community Theatre were recently recognized and awarded for their hard work and dedication to their craft.
Starlighters was nominated for five ICTA (Iowa Community Theatre Association) awards, reflecting on the...
Sports
Peyton Schilling (right) hands off to Monticello teammate Urijah Etzel in the sprint medley relay April 11 at Dean Nelson Field. (Photos by Pete Temple)
04/17/2024 - 9:47am
A win in the Monticello Co-ed Meet highlighted a hectic week for the Monticello boys track and field team last week.
The Panthers competed four times last week, with varsity contests at Central DeWitt, at home, and then at Iowa City West; as...
Obituaries
Daniel W. Porter
04/17/2024 - 8:23am
Daniel W. Porter, 72, of Monticello passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024, at his home.
Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Monticello where a memorial service will follow at noon...
News
04/17/2024 - 9:03am
A plan to build a new preK-4 elementary school, connecting with Monticello Middle School, is two steps away from being placed on the ballot as a bond issue measure Nov. 5.
Monticello Community School District Superintendent Brian Jaeger...
