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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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Quick Archer Council Meeting

belltimescourier.com Posted on March 27, 2025 by John IhleMarch 27, 2025

by Mari RadtkeCity Clerk Sandy Fritz announced receipt of a $500 donation from MidAmerican Energy to the City of Archer for a Christmas Lighting project. She also outlined all of the necessary public meetings coming up to finally get to … Continue reading →

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Leane Bodle, An Enigma

belltimescourier.com Posted on March 19, 2025 by John IhleMarch 19, 2025

by Mari RadtkeThroughout the days of donations a single story was told, the story of Leane Bodle. Who was she? Leane Bodle was born Christmas Eve, 1946. She grew up in Sheldon where her parents were Roy and Minerva. Both … Continue reading →

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

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  • 2026 South O’Brien Graduation Tab
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  • ONEOK Pipline Hit
    At approximately 5:17 pm on Wednesday, April 8 , 2026, ...
  • Presentation of Little League Changes Presented to Paullina Council
    Josh Rausch and Ben Eldridge attended the Paullina City Council ...

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Recent Posts

  • 2026 South O’Brien Graduation Tab May 16, 2026
  • ONEOK Pipline Hit April 20, 2026
  • Presentation of Little League Changes Presented to Paullina Council April 20, 2026
  • Obituary and Celebration of Life – Patricia “Patty” Jean Ahlman April 20, 2026
  • Easter-Egg Hunt in Paullina – Cool Fun April 14, 2026
  • Sutherland’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt April 14, 2026
  • National Honor Society Induction April 2, 2026
  • South O’Brien School District Special Meetings April 2, 2026
  • Tis the Season — For Pancakes! March 27, 2026

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

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Paullina City Council Meeting – May 5, 2025

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  • Obituary and Celebration of Life – Patricia “Patty” Jean Ahlman
    Patricia “Patty” Jean AhlmanMay 15, 1963 – March 6, 2026 Patricia ...
  • Obituary – Jerry Cullison
    Jerry E. CullisonPaullina, Iowa Jerry E. Cullison, 90, of Paullina passed ...
  • Death Notice – Wesley Wayne Yates
    Wesley Wayne Yates was born October 14, 1933. He passed ...

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