Neighbors Magazine

10/26/2025

I regret to inform readers of Neighbors Magazine that our beloved columnist, Wayne Kneeskern, passed away last Monday. Wayne was the author of “As I See It…” 😢💔

View Wayne D. Kneeskern's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

01/22/2025

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08/19/2024

Mrs. Ruth Zehr

Mrs. Ruth Zehr was a caring wife, mother, grandmother and friend. After leading a full life of heroism, strength, love and peace; she passed away peacefully in her sleep, at the age of 96 on August 17, 2024.

Ruth was born February 7th, 1928, in Frankfurt-Main, West Germany, to Karl Siegler and Emma Von Muschenheim-Siegler.

Mrs. Ruth Zehr Mrs. Ruth Zehr was a caring wife, mother, grandmother and friend. After leading a full life of heroism, strength, love and peace; she passed away peacefully in her sleep, at the age of 96 on August 17, 2024. Ruth was born February 7th, 1928, in Frankfurt-Main, West…

08/19/2024

Larry Bruce Schroeder

SIGOURNEY-Larry Bruce Schroeder, age 85, of Sigourney, died Sunday, August 11, 2024, at his home.Larry was born June 14, 1939, in Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Martin and Eunice (Arp) Schroeder. He attended school in Williamsburg until third grade and graduated from Sigourney High School in 1957. On June 15, 1958, he married Marilyn Davis at Lancaster Christian Church.

Larry Bruce Schroeder SIGOURNEY-Larry Bruce Schroeder, age 85, of Sigourney, died Sunday, August 11, 2024, at his home.Larry was born June 14, 1939, in Williamsburg, Iowa, the son of Martin and Eunice (Arp) Schroeder. He attended school in Williamsburg until third grade and graduated from Sigourney....

08/19/2024

Jerome "Jerry" Flynn

KEOTA-Jerome “Jerry” Flynn, also known as Sleepy, age 74, of Keota, died Saturday, August 10, 2024, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Jerry was born January 19, 1950, in Washington, the son of John and Anna (Malley) Flynn and graduated from Keota High School in 1968. On August 8, 1970, he married Nancy Jo Greiner at St. James Catholic Church in Washington.

Jerome "Jerry" Flynn KEOTA-Jerome “Jerry” Flynn, also known as Sleepy, age 74, of Keota, died Saturday, August 10, 2024, at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Jerry was born January 19, 1950, in Washington, the son of John and Anna (Malley) Flynn and graduated from Keota High School in 19...

07/04/2024

07/03/2024

Outdoor activities ideal for summertime

George Gershwin's song "Summertime," from "Porgy and Bess," offers:

Summertime and the livin' is easy

Fish are jumpin' and the cotton is high

Summer can be a magical season full of fresh air, warm days and nights, blooming flowers, and plenty of opportunities to spend time in the great outdoors.

Outdoor activities ideal for summertime George Gershwin's song "Summertime," from "Porgy and Bess," offers: Summertime and the livin' is easy Fish are jumpin' and the cotton is high Summer can be a magical season full of fresh air, warm days and nights, blooming flowers, and plenty of opportunities....

07/02/2024

Sunlight exposure:The bright anddark side of the sun

The sun is an important star in our solar system. The sun warms the Earth and promotes animal and plant life on the planet. The sun also is vital for human health.

The National Institutes of Health says the human body was built to make good use of the sun.

Sunlight exposure:The bright anddark side of the sun The sun is an important star in our solar system. The sun warms the Earth and promotes animal and plant life on the planet. The sun also is vital for human health. The National Institutes of Health says the human body was…

07/01/2024

What to know about fireworks injuries

Fireworks are a common sight at various celebrations throughout the year, but are most prominent during the summer months when Canada Day and Independence Day are celebrated. Fireworks have been in use for thousands of years. Many historians believe fireworks were developed in Liuyang, China, in the second century B.C.

What to know about fireworks injuries Fireworks are a common sight at various celebrations throughout the year, but are most prominent during the summer months when Canada Day and Independence Day are celebrated. Fireworks have been in use for thousands of years. Many historians believe fireworks we...

06/30/2024

Archive | February 2017

It is just me. I am a 57 year old woman. I am of average intelligence and my hair is turning gray. I am a wife, mother of three and a grandma of four. I tell corny jokes and I love to sing. I am just every day, ordinary me. Look at Moses; he was raised by an Egyptian princess yet when God called him to lead the Israelites, Moses had been a shepherd for 40 years.

Archive | February 2017 It is just me. I am a 57 year old woman. I am of average intelligence and my hair is turning gray. I am a wife, mother of three and a grandma of four. I tell corny jokes and I love to sing. I am just…

06/29/2024

Fun Facts About Blueberries

One large handful (1/2 a cup) of juicy blueberries contains just 44 calories but has 2 grams of dietary fibre and 10% of your daily recommended vitamin C content.

Blueberries ranked number one in antioxidant health benefits in a comparison with more than 40 fresh fruits and vegetables.

The blueberry is one of the only foods that is truly naturally blue in colour.

Fun Facts About Blueberries One large handful (1/2 a cup) of juicy blueberries contains just 44 calories but has 2 grams of dietary fibre and 10% of your daily recommended vitamin C content. Blueberries ranked number one in antioxidant health benefits in a comparison with more than 40 fresh fruits.....