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City of Adel Needs Public’s Help for Beggars Night Date
The City of Adel is asking for residents’ feedback to help nail down a date for the annual Halloween celebration. Halloween is still a few months away, but the City of Adel is looking to secure the day to host their trick or treating event. According to the city, there are three suggested dates to choose from for Beggars Night 2024. The proposed dates are Saturday, October 26th, Thursday, October 31st, and Saturday, November 2nd.
Courtney Wojtowicz is crowned the 2024 Dallas County Fair Queen
Courtney Wojtowicz was crowned the 2024 Dallas County Fair Queen during a coronation ceremony on Friday, July 12. Wojtowicz is a 2024 graduate of Dallas Center-Grimes High School. Maitlynn Bucklin-Pagano, a 2024 graduate of Waukee Northwest High School, was named the Dallas County Fair Princess. Other queen contestants included:. Kelsey...
12 things to do in Dallas County this weekend include Cardboard Boat Regatta, Waukee Arts Festival
Ever seen a turtle up close? Would you like to? Join DCCB at Voas Nature Area to learn about wild turtles, meet our education turtle, and learn how you can help them cross roads. This is a live animal program. Health & Wellness Night. 4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 18 on...
‘We’re going to have a blast:’ Winterset community prepares for RAGBRAI riders
WINTERSET, Iowa (KCCI) — With just days until thousands of bicyclists pour into town square, Winterset is making its final preparations before hosting the third day of the Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa. Winterset last hosted five years ago, in 2019. But for 2024, riders are...
Fareway still planning second Waukee store, but hasn't set a construction date
Fareway still plans to build a second location in northwest Waukee but the supermarket chain does not yet know when. Fareway currently has a store at 200 S.E. Laurel St. in Waukee. The company also owns more than 7 acres on adjoining parcels about 2 miles away at the southwest corner of Northwest Sunrise Drive and Northwest 10th Street, according to Dallas County property records.
Waukee Arts Festival attracts thousands to Centennial Park
WAUKEE, Iowa- The 9th annual Waukee Arts Festival is taking place at Centennial Park. The free festival started on Friday evening and 4,000 people came out. There are 140 vendors this year, including local artists selling their creations and local eateries providing food. Time Hanson is a vendor who is...
Adel City Council Holding EOS Vision Session Monday
The Adel City Council will be having a special meeting on Monday. The council is set to tackle a Entrepreneurial Operating System Vision Session to offer fundamentals that will benefit businesses. The agenda will be split into several sections titled, “Hitting the Ceiling,” “Becoming Your Best,” “Accountability Chart,” “Vision,” “Rocks,” and “Meeting Pulse.”
Join Us for a Fun-Filled Waukee Public Safety Day
Waukee community members are invited to our annual Waukee Public Safety Day at the Waukee Public Safety Building, 1300 SE L.A. Grant Parkway, on Tuesday, August 6, from 5-7:30 p.m. This free event is a fantastic opportunity for residents of all ages to meet our dedicated officers and safety personnel, enjoy fun activities for the whole family and learn useful safety information.
Wachholtz and Ballard honored by Governor for volunteerism
Paula Wachholtz of Panora and Cathy Ballard of Guthrie Center were honored June 25 during the annual Iowa 2024 Governor’s Volunteer Awards ceremony. The two were among more than 400 Iowans similarly honored. This was the 40thyear of the awards program. Individuals and groups were honored, and length of service awards were also given.
Panora City Council to Discuss Temporary Storage Containers
The Panora City Council will meet in regular session Monday. The Council will consider for approval the second reading of an ordinance adding a chapter on portable storage containers to City Code, a resolution allowing possession and consumption of alcohol in designated areas for events during Panorama Days and a request to utilize a hydrant or firetruck to fill a dunk tank at Michael Mills Park during Panorama Days. They will also discuss the city being the fiscal agent for the Panora Chamber’s Main Street audio project, merit increases for two city employees, the 2024 Southeast Load Transfer Electric project and an emergency medical services first responder transport agreement.
Adel Library Summer Reading Program Ends Next Friday
The Adel Public Library is in the middle of its summer reading program but it is quickly coming to an end. The library’s theme for the summer reading program relates to the world by traveling to different regions. Patron Services Manager Amy Puck tells Raccoon Valley Radio that approximately 250 people have completed their summer reading. She stresses those that haven’t finished have until next Friday, July 26th to get it done. Puck explains the requirements for each age group.
Dallas County Conservation Board Hosting Bird Hike Tomorrow
An event with the Dallas County Conservation Board is happening tomorrow, featuring some flying creatures. The conservation board invites the public to join them for a bird hike that will give participants a chance to see different species. According to the board, summer can be challenging as many birds tend to go silent in the nest. However, by mid-July, more birds emerge with younger ones learning the basic necessities of flying and capturing food.
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