Stories from Wednesday, May 24, 2017

New to the Cherokee PRCA Rodeo this year is the announcer Randy Taylor. Randy Taylor's journey into the sports entertainment business has been life long, both challenging and rewarding. As a youngster, he was selling popcorn and peanuts while his dad was racing. He learned much assisting the University of Wyoming rodeo club with production of one of the best NIRA rodeos in the nation. He has also produced events in large venues including Professional Rodeo, Bull Riding and Motor Sports...

Every spring, Cherokee Regional Medical Center and the Cherokee Regional Medical Center Auxiliary each give scholarships to area high school seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in health care. There were many outstanding applicants from the graduating class of 2017 so a total of eight scholarships were awarded...

Leola L. Meyer of Marcus, 90, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Heartland Care Center in Marcus. Funeral services will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Peace Lutheran Church in Marcus. Rev. Kevin Roop will officiate. Burial will follow at Prairie View Cemetery in Paullina, Iowa. ...