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Uplift Family Dentistry ready to brighten area smiles

Uplift Family Dentistry is ready to assist patients in Red Oak and the surrounding area to keep their smiles bright.The office held a ribbon cutting event Aug. 27. Uplift Family Dentistry is located at 1700 E. Summit St., the former office of Dr. Terry Gillespie. Dr. Carla Kucirek is the office’s...

MCMH accquires Red Oak and Medicap Pharmacy

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital + Clinics (MCMH) is pleased to announce the acquisition of Red Oak Pharmacy & Medicap Pharmacy, signifying an exciting milestone in the organization’s ongoing efforts to enrich patient care and foster innovation within their health care system.MCMH will...

Council hears proposal for updated city flag

The Red Oak City Council is considering a new flag design for the community.At the regular council meeting Aug. 21, the council heard comments from Red Oak High School 11th grade student Peter Richards. Richards said he was compelled to send the design to the city.“I was browsing for historical...

Supervisors approve changes to employee handbooks

The supervisors agreed to proceed with updates to the county’s personnel handbook and safety policy.Montgomery County Auditor Jill Ozuna said she had physically met with the committee and did a review of the safety police for the county, and it met committee approval.“The information will go to...

Annual picnic at the airport draws pilots from across the US

The Red Oak Airport provided food and entertainment for more than 150 visitors at its annual picnic at the airport Aug. 29.Local and nationwide visitors and pilots, and even an international pilot or two, enjoyed a Maid-Rite meal and sides, making an annual visit to the airport on their way to the...

Red Oak Cub Scouts Pack 180 adds new members

Red Oak Cub Scouts Pack 80 held a sign up drive at Legion Park in Red Oak on Aug. 29. A total of 20 new scouts were signed up during the event, bringing the total number of scouts in Red Oak to 65. Following the sign-up, the kids took the opportunity to enjoy fun activities at the park. Pictured...

Red Oak Pool caps off a great season

The Red Oak Municipal Pool is celebrating a successful season.Turnout at the pool is the second highest it’s been since 2015, and the season saw a number of firsts, including new events and the first tenure of pool manager Georgana Derr. Derr said she loved her first year in the role of pool...

Fire damages Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel

A fire was reported at the Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel at around 4:30 a.m. Sept. 1. The structure was reportedly a total loss. While the building was severely damaged, Nelson-Boylan-LeRette is continuing to serve the area, as it has for many years. Call 623-2525, emaillerette@...

Supervisors approve sharing agreement for grant administration

The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors has agreed to a cost sharing agreement with the Southwest Iowa Planning Council for grant management.At a recent meeting, the supervisors heard comments from Stanton Community Development director Jenna Ramsey, who shared details of the $850,000 grant...

New emergency department medical team at MCMH

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital + Clinics (MCMH) is pleased to announce its decision to bring all emergency department (ED) providers under its direct employment.In a significant move, the hospital has on-boarded six new providers, comprising of medical doctors and advanced practice providers....