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Ernst honored by Iowa American Legion
BELLEVUE’S Bently Ernst, son of Chris and Katie Ernst, who was recently named the State Winner of the annual patriot essay contest, “What the Flag Means to Me,” sponsored by Bellevue American Legion Post #273, was recently honored at the State Summer American Legion Summer Meeting in Des Moines. Ernst was not only the winner of the 5th Grade Essay Contest locally, but across the entire state of Iowa, and was selected as tops out of more than 400 entries. (Photo courtesty of John Pitlo, Bellevue Legion Post #273).
Union County Man Arrested on Assault Charges
(Red Oak) A Creston man faces charges in connection with a domestic assault in Red Oak. Red Oak Police say 35-year-old Clinton Harold Overton faces charges of two counts of domestic abuse assault, 1st offense. Officers located an intoxicated subject and two victims with minor injuries outside the residence. Authorities...
Marshalltown mall owner could face contempt of court for failure to fix code violations
MARSHALLTOWN, Iowa — The owner of the Marshalltown mall, which has been without power for months, has been ordered to fix code violations in the next three weeks or be held in contempt of court. A non-jury trial was held on July 19. The city had filed a complaint...
Princeton woman arrested on drug charges after accident in Livingston County
A woman from Princeton is facing a drug charge in Livingston County following her arrest by Chillicothe Police on Saturday night. The arrest occurred after officers responded to a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of Calhoun and Locust Streets. According to a probable cause statement, police spoke with 31-year-old Jacklyn...
NW Iowa Woman Injured in One Vehicle Crash
–A Northwest Iowa woman suffered minor injuries following a one-vehicle accident just west of Algona Friday morning. According to the Kossuth County Sheriff’s Department, 23-year-old Devan Faye Demory of Hartley was driving westbound on County Road B40 in a 2018 Ford Explorer just before 10:30 AM Friday. As Demory was approaching the intersection with 80th Avenue, her vehicle took a hard left and went down into the south ditch.
Tranquility and seven bedrooms can be purchased in West Des Moines for $2.5 million
A seven-bedroom home for sale in West Des Moines delivers two of almost everything for executive level buyers searching for a showcase property in a quiet neighborhood. Listed at a lofty $2.5 million, Realtor Saatchi Kalra has years of experience with the local luxury home market and is aware that potential clients comfortable at this price point often have very specific needs. ...
Last Chance To Save $25 When Purchasing A Ticket For MSCR Downtown Harvest Party
Individuals wishing to attend Main Street Coon Rapids’s (MSCR) Downtown Harvest Party but also wishing to save a little money need to register by Wednesday to receive an early bird pricing discount. After July 31, tickets will still be available until the end of Aug. for the community celebration and a fundraising opportunity for the MSCR business grant program. On Saturday, Sept. 14, the second biannual Downtown Harvest Party will kick off in the downtown district of Coon Rapids, featuring a multi-course meal from local chefs, along with live music from Neva Alden. Social hour will begin at 5:00 p.m., with dinner at 6:00 p.m. Proceeds from this fundraising event will support the MSCR Business Startup and Expansion Grants to continue encouraging new or expanding existing businesses to promote economic growth in the community. Again, those interested in attending the Downtown Harvest Party on Sept. 14 can register by scanning the QR code or visiting the link included below. Registration for $25 off a ticket is due by Jul. 31, with regular sign-up ending on Aug. 30.
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