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City commission approves exceeding RNR and 2026 budget
The City of Hiawatha commission met on Monday evening to exceed the revenue neutral rate levy for the 2026 budget.
Red Hawk Cross Country compete at Marysville, with Lady Red Hawk taking first
The Red Hawk Cross Country Team competed at the Marysville Meet on Saturday, Sept 6.
HMS Lady Red Hawks complete at Rossville
The Hiawatha Middle School Lady Red Hawk volleyball team competed at Rossville on Monday.
New shop equipment purchased with Steve Lock Memorial Scholarship
New equipment was purchased for the Ag Mechanics and welding shop at Hiawatha High School with the Steve Lock Memorial Scholarship.
Lady Red Hawks win two out of five matches at the varsity volleyball tournament at Jeff West
The Lady Red Hawk varsity volleyball team competed at the volleyball tournament held at Jefferson West on Saturday, Sept. 6.
Brown County commission speaks with Loyd Group about 2026 budget
The Brown County commission met with Scot Loyd of Galva-based Loyd Group, LLC. via Zoom call to discuss the 2026 budget during Monday morning’s meeting. Members of the Hiawatha Foundation for Economic Development were also present during the meeting.
Red Hawks Lose Football Home Opener
The unseasonably cool weather provided ideal conditions for the Hiawatha Red Hawks’ first home football game. As the players warmed up, there were surely butterflies swarming in their stomachs. The time had come to put all of the hard mental and physical preparation to task. The players were welcomed to the field by the band, cheerleaders, the Hiawatha Hawkettes and many others. Most notably was the 1980 Hiawatha 4A State Football Champions, who were recognized earlier.
Driver of stolen truck arrested
A Rice, Wis. man was arrested for stealing a truck and fleeing from authorities on Friday afternoon.