On Sunday, the Iowa Department of Public Health identified 263 new cases of coronavirus in our state, a significant decrease from the 419 COVID-19 cases reported on Saturday.  Iowa has now had more than 17,000 cases of coronavirus, which have resulted in over 450 deaths:  26 in Saturday’s update and 5 on Sunday, with 1 […]

FRASER, Iowa—Funeral arrangements have been set for 63 year old Mike L. Duncan of Fraser, Iowa. Mike passed away Friday, May 22, 2020 after a long battle with brain cancer.  A public graveside service will be held Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Pilot Mound Cemetery, Pilot Mound, Iowa.  Pastor Philip Berger […]

PASTITSIO (GREEK LASAGNA) BECHAMEL SAUCE: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 quart whole milk, warmed until hot 1½ teaspoons salt 3 large eggs Melt the butter in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the flour and then gradually whisk in the hot milk. Cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce is smooth and thickened. […]

BOONE, Iowa—This week, Governor Kim Reynolds lifted additional restrictions on a number of businesses and activities.  One of the restrictions was to allow swimming pools to reopen for lap swimming and swim lessons.  The Public Health Emergency included a few additional details: A swimming pool, as defined in Iowa Code § 135I.1 may reopen for […]

The first DMACC Boone Food Pantry distribution was held on Thursday afternoon from 1:00-3:00.  This was a drive-up food pantry and was a great success.  Pictures courtesy DMACC Boone.  

·         DMACC’s Curriculum Commission Adds 30 New or Modified Programs, Certificates and Transfer Degrees. ·         All Start When Fall Term Classes Begin August 26. ·         Good Opportunity for Unemployed Iowans to Start a New Career Path. ·         Curriculum Additions Will Benefit Those Seeking Careers in Baking, Automotive Technology, Criminal Justice, Water Treatment Technology, Python Software Applications, Theatre and more. […]