DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz released the following statement today regarding Jon Huntsman’s comments on his intention to skip the Iowa Caucus due to his opposition to ethanol subsidies: Over the years I have heard presidential candidates state reasons for skipping the Iowa caucuses. It always leaves me wondering if those […]
Greene, IOWA — The State Medical Examiner’s Office has completed its autopsy on Mrs. Judy Renee Petersen of Greene, Iowa. The cause of death was determined to be multiple stab wounds. The manner of death is classified as homicide. Thirty-six year old Judy Petersen was found dead in her home on Saturday, June 4, 2011 […]
The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of a serviceman, missing in action from the Vietnam War, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors. Air Force Capt. Darrell J. Spinler of Browns Valley, Minn., will be buried on June 18 […]
Montezuma, Iowa- The Poweshiek County Republicans held a fund raising dinner at Memorial Hall in Montezuma with guest speaker Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds. Mike Mahaffy, former Poweshiek County Attorney said they were able to get the Lt. Governor Reynolds and Brenna Findley there to help raise money for the local party, but it also allowed […]
Oskaloosa High School held its Annual Classic Tournament with 17 teams in the competition on Saturday June 4th while Mahaska County Youth Soccer League played in a 35 team end-of-the season tournament across the street. The weather threatened rain but held off for a day of first-rate competition. Over 500 players and over 2200 spectators […]
(DES MOINES) – The Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division, along with other state and federal agencies, are working closely with local emergency management agencies to prepare communities for the potential impacts of flooding. Large amounts of rain and snow in the Missouri River Basin have caused the Army Corps of Engineers to increase […]
I. Call to Order II. General Business A. Review Minutes 1. May 5, 2011 Regular Meeting 2. May 17, 2011 Special Budget Meeting B. Treasurer’s Report C. Claims Report D. Sewer Report – Kevin Bork E. Water Reports – 1. Shirley Mitrisin 2. Elwood Hanna 3. Justin Scholtus F. Hall Rentals G. Stephen Memorial Animal […]
PELLA—The Central College women’s basketball team is hosting three summer camps. An individual skills and Lil’ Hoopers camp will be staged in July and a team camp will be held in August. The two-day overnight individual skills camp is July 18-19 for middle school and high school girls entering grades 7-12. Campers will learn all […]
Pull on your cowboy boots and come on down to Book Vault where we’ll have storytime with Iowa author Rebecca Janni. She will read her new picture book, Every Cowgirl Needs Dancing Boots. Afterwards, we’ll have cowpoke punch and a treat! For children 3-5 years old. There is no fee for this event.
(DES MOINES) – Gov. Terry E. Branstad today announced that he will continue his 43-city “Working Together for a Better Future” tour across the eastern part of the state. The events on Tuesday, June 7th were previously announced. The following events are free and open to the public: Tuesday, June 7, 2011 9 a.m. “Working […]
