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State Auditor Rob Sand holds town meeting at Yocom Park
State of Iowa Auditor Ron Sand, a Democrat, held a town meeting at Yocom Park in Chariton Tuesday morning, June 18. Auditor Sand spoke about a variety of topics and answered questions from the audience. There were 10 people present for the town meeting. Auditor Sand told about the local...
Final preparations for RAGBRAI underway in Glenwood
(Glenwood) -- Tens of thousands of cyclists are expected to assemble in Glenwood later this month for the beginning of a week-long trek across the state. Like multiple KMAland communities, the city of Glenwood and Mills County Area Chamber of Commerce are making final preparations over the next two weeks to welcome cyclists for the 51st Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, or RAGBRAI. This year, Glenwood is the starting point for the over 430-mile trek, including over 18,300 feet of climb. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Friday morning, Mills County Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jennie Davis says nearly 20 committees comprised primarily of volunteers have been working over the past several months to plan the event and tidy up the city.
Shelby County Supervisors Approve Resolution Establishing a County Compensation Board
(Shelby Co) The Shelby County Board of Supervisors recently passed a resolution to establish a County Compensation Board, following the dissolution of such boards by the State Legislature. This decision empowered the Supervisors to determine the establishment of the board, which will have the responsibility of annually recommending wages for elected officials.
Reynolds taps nominees from QCA for state boards
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds made several recommendations for state boards and commissions. Most appointments are subject to confirmation by the state Senate. Recommendations from the QCA include: Civil Rights CommissionMarcelena Ordaz, Scott Board of Behavioral Health ProfessionalsJillyn Kaufman, Scott Board of Sign Language Interpreters and TransliteratorsTina Jarvis, Clinton Real Estate Appraiser Examining BoardCody Seeley, ClintonJordan […]
This holiday weekend in Iowa: Salsa dancing, lowriders bouncing and 319’s finest gathering for a hip hop showcase
It’s an early Wednesday Weekender thanks to the awkward midweek landing of Fourth of July this year. Speaking of which — chances are, if you’re like us, the current onslaught of local and national news events makes celebrating our country’s independence feel more than a little fraught right now. Consider this list of events around Central and Eastern Iowa as opportunities to celebrate what’s good about our communities, whether it’s checking out an all-ages drag show at Cedar Rapids Pride Festival, taking in the piñatas and lowriders at ¡Viva! La Cultura Latina in Des Moines or appreciating some quality hip hop at the Finest in the City Showcase in Cedar Rapids. There are tons of things to get your mind off the whole “this is fine” feeling accompanying the loud booms.
After accusation by ‘disgruntled’ baby sitter, fired nurse wins jobless benefits
An Iowa judge has awarded jobless benefits to a nurse who was fired after a “disgruntled” baby sitter accused her of stealing patient medications. State records indicate that earlier this year, Tanya L. Jordan was worked at an Iowa nursing home run by the chain Care Initiatives. Jordan was a full-time charge nurse responsible for […] The post After accusation by ‘disgruntled’ baby sitter, fired nurse wins jobless benefits appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
Underwood softball looking to use efficient offense to make postseason run
(Underwood) -- Underwood softball brings a potent offense into the Class 2A postseason, where they will meet a Western Iowa Conference friend. The Eagles head into Monday's Class 2A Region 3 quarterfinal at 12-20 after regular-season victories over Spirit Lake, Lawton-Bronson, Lewis Central, Abraham Lincoln, IKM-Manning (three times), AHSTW, Tri-Center, St. Albert and Fremont-Mills.
AHSTW baseball trending up heading into postseason matchup with CRB
(Avoca) -- AHSTW baseball has hit its stride at the right time. The Vikings enter Class 1A District 4 action at 9-14 but pointed in the right direction after four wins in their last six games. "We feel we've gained some ground in the second half of the year," AHSTW...
Boyer Valley baseball on 4-game win streak heading into postseason
(Dunlap) -- Boyer Valley baseball will either extend its win streak to five consecutive or have its season come to an end on Saturday. The Bulldogs (8-9) ended the regular season with four straight wins, beating Glidden-Ralston, Ar-We-Va, CAM and Westwood. "We are playing really good baseball right now," head...
Atlantic Planning and Zoning Commission Meets July 9
(Atlantic) The Atlantic Planning and Zoning Commission meets on Tuesday, July 9. The Commission will hold a Public Hearing on the Camblin Hills Development Preliminary Plat and review and provide a recommendation on the proposed Plat. Additionally, the Commission will review and recommend an application to rezone Camblin Hills Development from R-2 low-density single family to R-4 multiple family.
Panora Sidewalk Sales Begin Today
Today marks the start of the Panora Sidewalk Sales for this weekend. According to Event Organizer Chelsea Schwartz, businesses and individuals are both invited to participate. They will set up on the sidewalks around the square and the surrounding blocks, and sell items to those who come to enjoy the event. With no set hours, checking social media for the local businesses is a good idea, as they may have self imposed hours for today and tomorrow. Schwartz adds that this is a good opportunity for businesses to see their customers outside their store, and an opportunity for those who may only be passing through to stop and find out more about the town and community.
DCI Investigating Homicide in Taylor County
(Clearfield, Iowa) A Taylor County man is charged in connection with a shooting in Clearfield. The Taylor County Sheriff’s Office received numerous calls of a shooting at 3:19 a.m. on Thursday, (July 4) on Broadway Street in Clearfield. When deputies arrived, they found 19-year-old Colby Nelson of Lenox dead from a gunshot wound. The Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner in Ankeny will perform a forensic autopsy.
Clarke softball has tough week
Clarke softball went 0-3 in games last week against opponents Cardinal, Dowling Catholic and Knoxville. Against Knoxville on Thursday, June 27, Clarke held the Lady Panthers to just six runs over six innings, but didn’t manage to get any runs themselves. The Lady Indians had six total hits - one each from Maisy McCoy, Ali Henry, Maddy McCoy, Tory Henry, Reese Shaw and Liliana Contreras. Tory Henry had one successful stolen base attempt.
Osceola Library offers digital piano for public use
The Osceola Public Library has added another amenity to their roster of items available to the public for use - a digital piano. The piano was purchased by the library as an availability for people to use if they don’t have a piano at home or access to one otherwise. The library also hosts different programs throughout the year, and the piano can be used at those if needed. A digital piano is an electric keyboard that is made to sound and feel like a traditional acoustic piano, however it is portable and has volume control.
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