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Law and Order

belltimescourier.com Posted on April 22, 2025 by John IhleApril 22, 2025

TrafficIrma Gloria Moralses Lopez, Sheldon, Failure to Use Child Restraint; Driving While SuspendedRenae A Bande Brake, Sheldon, Seatbelt ViolationAntonio Magana, Jr., Paullina, Dark WindowsNicholas Valentine Strong, Pewaukee, WI, Failure to Obey Stop SignMerlyn Christopher Johnson, Pequot Lakes, MN, SpeedingAlan James … Continue reading →

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South O’Brien boys place fourth at Russ Kraai Relays

belltimescourier.com Posted on April 22, 2025 by John IhleApril 22, 2025

The South O’Brien boys track and field team finished fourth at the Russ Kraai Relays held April 15 at Holstein. The Wolverines’ 69 points left them trailing host Ridge View (141 points), MMCRU (120) and Cherokee (85).South O’Brien took two … Continue reading →

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Why I Could Never Be a Lion Tamer

belltimescourier.com Posted on April 22, 2025 by John IhleApril 22, 2025

There are a lot of jobs I’d be too afraid to do: lion tamer, smokejumper, elementary school teacher. Last week I was reminded to add veterinarian and veterinary technician to the list. I’ll spare you the unpleasant details and just … Continue reading →

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South O’Brien Parliamentary Procedure Team Advances to Districts.

belltimescourier.com Posted on April 10, 2025 by John IhleApril 10, 2025

The South O’Brien FFA Parliamentary Procedure team competed at Sub-Districts, earning a first-place silver rating. Team members Gabe Moermond, Noah Wittrock, Austin Negus, Alex Griebel, and BreeLee Rasmussen advanced to Districts, where they received a bronze rating. In this event, … Continue reading →

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Video of 2025 O’Brien County Community Foundation Grants held June 12th, 2025.

https://youtu.be/OhH3dBbCTHQ

News

  • Paullina’s Foolish Ventures Showing Up
    by Mari RadtkeJustin Jacobsma of Williams and Company has been ...
  • Main Market Pending Ownership Change
    by Mari RadtkeSharon Litka purchased Main Market in 1997 from ...
  • Freesoil Foundation Hosted Conference
    Iowa Senators Evans, Taylor and Alons Steve King, Chair, Freesoil Foundation by ...

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Recent Posts

  • Paullina’s Foolish Ventures Showing Up January 16, 2026
  • Main Market Pending Ownership Change January 16, 2026
  • South O’Brien Sports January 16, 2026
  • O’Brien County Pub Opens After Remsen Sale January 1, 2026
  • Primghar Christmas and Red-Ribbon Cuttings January 1, 2026
  • Freesoil Foundation Hosted Conference January 1, 2026
  • Death Notice – Wesley Wayne Yates January 1, 2026
  • Primghar City Council Meeting and Public Hearing Minutes January 1, 2026
  • Four Old Generators • Now There are None December 13, 2025

Zion St. John School board members break ground for new addition.

https://youtu.be/ekSzyvamYHo

Paullina City Council Meeting – May 5, 2025

https://youtu.be/yNSBmlhzAe4

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Sports

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  • Trinity Tigers Overcome by Visitors
  • Non Conference Win for South O’Brien

Obituaries

  • Death Notice – Wesley Wayne Yates
    Wesley Wayne Yates was born October 14, 1933. He passed ...
  • Obituary – Nadine Ruth Faust
    Nadine R. Faust March 20, 1936-November 21, 2025, 89 Yr. – ...
  • Obituary – Kathleen “Kathy” Kay Ginger
    Kathleen “Kathy” Kay Ginger Kathleen “Kathy” Kay Ginger, the daughter of ...

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