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About Us

Our Community. 
Your voice. 

The Record was established in Deep River, Iowa in 1899 and is the official newspaper of Poweshiek County, City of Deep River, City of Montezuma, and Montezuma Community School District.

New Ownership

On Sept. 1, 2024, Derek and Simone Bates took ownership of The Record from longtime-owner and publisher Shirley Dunham. The Bateses look forward to working with the community to continue the tradition of an independent, trustworthy, and positive news source for Montezuma, Deep River, and Poweshiek County. 

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If you're a longtime Record subscriber, you've likely noticed the changes we've made to the layout and content of The Record. If you're a new subscriber, we hope you are enjoying what you're seeing and reading!

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