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TODAY'S NEWS STORIES - Monday, September 25th, 2023
A Food Safety Class will be held 8 am to 7:30 pm Monday, September 25th, at Iowa Western Community College, the Shelby County Center in Harlan. this is an 8 hour certificate, 2 hour exam class. The cost is $149. For more information call 755-3568.
Upcoming Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Monday, September 25th - noon to 6 - Exira Rec Center
Monday, September 25th - noon to 6 - Exira Rec Center
The GriefShare Seminar/Support Group will meet on Mondays, through December 11th from 5:30 to 7 pm at the First Baptist Church on Chatburn Avenue in Harlan. For more information, call the church office at 755-2711.
A free "Welcome to Medicare" Seminar will be held Tuesday, October 3rd from 5:15 to 6:30 pm at the Therkildsen Activity Center in Harlan. Registration is required by September 25th by calling 755-2757. The seminar is offered by SHIIP and the Harlan Senior Center and will cover Medicare Parts A & B benefits, prescription drug benefits - Part D, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance, and Identify Medicare Fraud, Errors and Abuse.
Myrtue Medical Center will present Bonnie's Story, an Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month feature, presented by Jill Ferry on Tuesday, September 26, from noon to 1 pm in Myrtue's Auble Room. They will be presenting Bonnie Grote's Ovarian Cancer Journey and talk about Ovarian Cancer Awareness at Myrtue Medical Center.
Gross & Co Prepares for a Walk-A-Thon September 27th in Dunlap to Support Local Causes -
(9-21-23) – (KDSN) - Gross & Co. in Dunlap, Iowa is currently planning for a Walk-A-Thon to help support local causes in the surrounding communities. Iowa Society of CPAs has a month of service; that’s their initiative for CPA’s in the state of Iowa to give back to the communities that they're in and so they really like to volunteer. A lot of CPA’s volunteer throughout the year as well but this month alone they track all the hours that CPAs give back across the state so our firm has participated in this month of service for probably the last 6 or 7 years. September 27th they’re going to have all their staff present and they're going to go up to the city dam in Dunlap so it’s just on the East side of town and there’s a path that goes around the pond. It’s about a 3 quarter mile pass- they’ll walk that, they'll all participate together. They're contacting sponsors ; each of them individually. The money from sponsors is raised based on distance walked. The money goes back to local charities, local non-profit groups so they have people from Woodbine, Earling, Dunlap; so they can choose if they want the money to go to the food pantry, development committee, the fire department, so wherever the individual wants the money to go. If interested in pledging money to individual walkers, one can contact Gross & Co. at 712-643-5158.
(9-21-23) – (KDSN) - Gross & Co. in Dunlap, Iowa is currently planning for a Walk-A-Thon to help support local causes in the surrounding communities. Iowa Society of CPAs has a month of service; that’s their initiative for CPA’s in the state of Iowa to give back to the communities that they're in and so they really like to volunteer. A lot of CPA’s volunteer throughout the year as well but this month alone they track all the hours that CPAs give back across the state so our firm has participated in this month of service for probably the last 6 or 7 years. September 27th they’re going to have all their staff present and they're going to go up to the city dam in Dunlap so it’s just on the East side of town and there’s a path that goes around the pond. It’s about a 3 quarter mile pass- they’ll walk that, they'll all participate together. They're contacting sponsors ; each of them individually. The money from sponsors is raised based on distance walked. The money goes back to local charities, local non-profit groups so they have people from Woodbine, Earling, Dunlap; so they can choose if they want the money to go to the food pantry, development committee, the fire department, so wherever the individual wants the money to go. If interested in pledging money to individual walkers, one can contact Gross & Co. at 712-643-5158.
Pottawattamie County Preparedness Fair -
(9-19-23) - Pottawattamie County Emergency Management Agency is hosting their 3rd annual Preparedness Fair at the Pottawattamie County Emergency Operations Center on Thursday, September 28th from 5 to 8 pm. The event will focus on increasing awareness for disaster preparedness, services and relief programs available to the public from local/area organizations. Pottawattamie County Public Health will be available for flu shots. They will also have free hot dogs, raffle prizes, kids games and more.
(9-19-23) - Pottawattamie County Emergency Management Agency is hosting their 3rd annual Preparedness Fair at the Pottawattamie County Emergency Operations Center on Thursday, September 28th from 5 to 8 pm. The event will focus on increasing awareness for disaster preparedness, services and relief programs available to the public from local/area organizations. Pottawattamie County Public Health will be available for flu shots. They will also have free hot dogs, raffle prizes, kids games and more.
Audubon County Sheriff’s report -
(9-22-23) - The Audubon County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest on Sept. 12th, of 38-year-old Shawn Schmidt, of Audubon. Schmidt was taken into custody for Driving While Barred. He was released on his own recognizance and will appear before the magistrate at a later date. The charge stems from a traffic stop on Highway 71.
And, 43-year-old Nicholas Swanson, of Audubon, was arrested September 17th, on a charge of Domestic Abuse Assault-Impeding Flow of Air/Blood. He appeared before the magistrate and was held until he posted bond later that evening. The charge stems from an incident in the 1200 block of Highway 44.
(9-22-23) - The Audubon County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest on Sept. 12th, of 38-year-old Shawn Schmidt, of Audubon. Schmidt was taken into custody for Driving While Barred. He was released on his own recognizance and will appear before the magistrate at a later date. The charge stems from a traffic stop on Highway 71.
And, 43-year-old Nicholas Swanson, of Audubon, was arrested September 17th, on a charge of Domestic Abuse Assault-Impeding Flow of Air/Blood. He appeared before the magistrate and was held until he posted bond later that evening. The charge stems from an incident in the 1200 block of Highway 44.
Blood Shortage prompts worry -
The American Red Cross national blood supply has fallen to critically low levels - nearly 25% - since early August, potentially threatening the medical care of hundreds of thousands of patients living with critical conditions such as sickle cell disease and cancer who depend on lifesaving blood transfusions. Impacts of an active disaster season have further strained the blood supply, causing blood drive cancellations and reducing blood and platelet donations in affected areas. Across the southeastern US, Hurricane Idalia caused more than 7000 units of blood and platelets to go uncollected. This compounds other challenges experienced by the organization this summer to collect a sufficient number of blood products. Donor turn out in August dropped on the heels of one of the busiest travel seasons on record and back to school activities contributing to a 30,000 donation shortfall in August alone. For so many patients living with urgent medical care needs, the need for blood doesn't stop for disasters of any kind. Individuals with sickle cell disease may depend on frequent blood transfusions - needing as many as 100 units of blood per patient per year. Patients undergoing cancer treatments often require blood or platelet transfusions during their treatments. In fact, nearly half of all platelet donations are given to patients undergoing cancer treatments and approximately 2/3 of all children diagnosed with cancer will require a blood transfusion at some point during their treatment. So please, roll up your sleeve, and give blood.
The American Red Cross national blood supply has fallen to critically low levels - nearly 25% - since early August, potentially threatening the medical care of hundreds of thousands of patients living with critical conditions such as sickle cell disease and cancer who depend on lifesaving blood transfusions. Impacts of an active disaster season have further strained the blood supply, causing blood drive cancellations and reducing blood and platelet donations in affected areas. Across the southeastern US, Hurricane Idalia caused more than 7000 units of blood and platelets to go uncollected. This compounds other challenges experienced by the organization this summer to collect a sufficient number of blood products. Donor turn out in August dropped on the heels of one of the busiest travel seasons on record and back to school activities contributing to a 30,000 donation shortfall in August alone. For so many patients living with urgent medical care needs, the need for blood doesn't stop for disasters of any kind. Individuals with sickle cell disease may depend on frequent blood transfusions - needing as many as 100 units of blood per patient per year. Patients undergoing cancer treatments often require blood or platelet transfusions during their treatments. In fact, nearly half of all platelet donations are given to patients undergoing cancer treatments and approximately 2/3 of all children diagnosed with cancer will require a blood transfusion at some point during their treatment. So please, roll up your sleeve, and give blood.
No evidence of possible threat at West Central Valley in Stuart -
(9-22-23) – Officials with the Stuart Police Department issued an update to an incident that took place on Thursday. Authorities say at about 11:30 Thursday morning, September 21st, the Stuart Police Department was contacted by staff at the West Central Valley High School with regard to a possible threat that had been made. The school activated their evacuation plan as part of their protocol. Law Enforcement from various surrounding agencies responded and conducted an investigation. At this point there is no evidence that any credible threat did or now exists. The building was secured, and the area of concern searched by law enforcement before students and staff were allowed to return. Law enforcement officers remained at the school for the remainder of the school day. The Stuart Police Department was assisted by the Stuart Fire Department, Stuart Rescue, Adair, Dallas and Guthrie County Sheriff’s Offices, the Iowa State Patrol and Adair and Guthrie County Emergency Management.
(9-22-23) – Officials with the Stuart Police Department issued an update to an incident that took place on Thursday. Authorities say at about 11:30 Thursday morning, September 21st, the Stuart Police Department was contacted by staff at the West Central Valley High School with regard to a possible threat that had been made. The school activated their evacuation plan as part of their protocol. Law Enforcement from various surrounding agencies responded and conducted an investigation. At this point there is no evidence that any credible threat did or now exists. The building was secured, and the area of concern searched by law enforcement before students and staff were allowed to return. Law enforcement officers remained at the school for the remainder of the school day. The Stuart Police Department was assisted by the Stuart Fire Department, Stuart Rescue, Adair, Dallas and Guthrie County Sheriff’s Offices, the Iowa State Patrol and Adair and Guthrie County Emergency Management.
$2 million bond set for man accused of killing Algona police officer -
(9-22-23) – Judge Mark Laddusaw has set a cash bond of 2 million dollars for 43 year old Kyle Lou Ricke of Algona, the man accused of killing an Algona police officer last week. On Wednesday, September 13th, Cram was attempting to serve a warrant for Ricke’s arrest. Ricke made his initial appearance in Kossuth County District Court Thursday afternoon and Judge Laddusaw said he’s seen enough evidence for the case to proceed. Ricke has been charged with first degree murder and the judge explained the penalty is a sentence of life in prison. Assistant Iowa Attorney General Scott Brown asked the judge to set a cash-only bond of five million dollars. The judge settled on two million dollars and stipulated the full amount had to be paid in cash before Ricke could be released. A preliminary hearing in the case is set for Friday, September 29th at 1 pm in Kossuth County District Court. Ricke was arrested in Minnesota and is in the Kossuth County Jail in Algona.
(9-22-23) – Judge Mark Laddusaw has set a cash bond of 2 million dollars for 43 year old Kyle Lou Ricke of Algona, the man accused of killing an Algona police officer last week. On Wednesday, September 13th, Cram was attempting to serve a warrant for Ricke’s arrest. Ricke made his initial appearance in Kossuth County District Court Thursday afternoon and Judge Laddusaw said he’s seen enough evidence for the case to proceed. Ricke has been charged with first degree murder and the judge explained the penalty is a sentence of life in prison. Assistant Iowa Attorney General Scott Brown asked the judge to set a cash-only bond of five million dollars. The judge settled on two million dollars and stipulated the full amount had to be paid in cash before Ricke could be released. A preliminary hearing in the case is set for Friday, September 29th at 1 pm in Kossuth County District Court. Ricke was arrested in Minnesota and is in the Kossuth County Jail in Algona.
Mills County arrests -
(9-22-23) – 32 year old Cody Robert Cunningham of Bellevue NE was arrested Wednesday, by the Mills County Sheriff’s Office. He was arrested near Highway 34 and Levi Road for Eluding and Reckless Driving. His bond was set at $5,300.
32 year old Bernabe Hernandez Espinoza of Des Moines was arrested Wednesday in Polk County on a Mills County warrant for failure to appear. His bond was set at $10,000.
And 43 year old Randy Dean Burton of Glenwood and was arrested Tuesday afternoon at the Sheriff’s Office for Child Endangerment.
(9-22-23) – 32 year old Cody Robert Cunningham of Bellevue NE was arrested Wednesday, by the Mills County Sheriff’s Office. He was arrested near Highway 34 and Levi Road for Eluding and Reckless Driving. His bond was set at $5,300.
32 year old Bernabe Hernandez Espinoza of Des Moines was arrested Wednesday in Polk County on a Mills County warrant for failure to appear. His bond was set at $10,000.
And 43 year old Randy Dean Burton of Glenwood and was arrested Tuesday afternoon at the Sheriff’s Office for Child Endangerment.
An invitation to be a facilitator for Rachel’s Challenge -
(9-20-23) Adult Facilitators are needed for Rachel’s Challenge coming to the Harlan High School, October 12th from 9 to 3 and the Harlan Middle School, October 13th from 9 to 3. They ask that you join them as a facilitator at Rachel’s Challenge event called Chain Reaction. This mission of Rachel’s Challenge is to equip and empower students and adults to sustain a positive culture change in their schools and communities by starting a chain reaction of kindness and compassion; based on the life and writings of Rachel Scott, the first person killed in the Columbine High School Shootings on April 20, 1999. Since its inception over 23 million people have heard Rachel’s story in live settings worldwide. Adult Facilitators are crucial for the success of the day. Rachel’s Challenge presenters will meet with all facilitators for 30 minutes prior to the start of the program to let you know what is needed from you and to answer your questions. No prior training is necessary other than the morning check in meeting. You must be able to remain on site and participate fully for the entire program, including 15 minutes after the program for a post Chain Reaction debriefing. Please email Shannon Dahir at the middle school or Brenda Renter at the high school if interested.
(9-20-23) Adult Facilitators are needed for Rachel’s Challenge coming to the Harlan High School, October 12th from 9 to 3 and the Harlan Middle School, October 13th from 9 to 3. They ask that you join them as a facilitator at Rachel’s Challenge event called Chain Reaction. This mission of Rachel’s Challenge is to equip and empower students and adults to sustain a positive culture change in their schools and communities by starting a chain reaction of kindness and compassion; based on the life and writings of Rachel Scott, the first person killed in the Columbine High School Shootings on April 20, 1999. Since its inception over 23 million people have heard Rachel’s story in live settings worldwide. Adult Facilitators are crucial for the success of the day. Rachel’s Challenge presenters will meet with all facilitators for 30 minutes prior to the start of the program to let you know what is needed from you and to answer your questions. No prior training is necessary other than the morning check in meeting. You must be able to remain on site and participate fully for the entire program, including 15 minutes after the program for a post Chain Reaction debriefing. Please email Shannon Dahir at the middle school or Brenda Renter at the high school if interested.
Underwood Community Schools request $13.7 million bond -
(9-19-23) – Underwood Community School District officials are expecting to get a $13.7 million bond issue on the November 7th ballot, mainly for renovations and mechanical upgrades at Underwood Elementary School. The board of education approved the request last week and submitted it to the county auditor’s office. The proposal focuses mainly on Underwood Elementary School with some work also at the high school. The elementary school is the oldest facility having been built in the 60’s. If the bond issue passes, classrooms at the elementary school would be renovated, windows would be replaced and HVAC equipment would be repaired or replaced. The early childhood drop-off area would also be improved. Secure entrances at both the elementary school and the high school would be upgraded and the old stage in the high school commons area would be removed so the space could be put to better use. If issued, payment of the bonds would overlap for a couple of years with the $5.5 million in bonds approved in 2006 for construction of a middle school addition to the elementary school. That project was completed in 2009. Underwood Community Schools completed a $6.2 million upgrade to the high school in 2014 that included construction of an addition with a 421 seat auditorium and 220 seat practice gym, new fitness and wrestling rooms and expansion of the tract to 12 lanes as well as parking and smaller improvements. That work was paid for with revenue from the Secure an Advanced Vision for Education sales tax.
(9-19-23) – Underwood Community School District officials are expecting to get a $13.7 million bond issue on the November 7th ballot, mainly for renovations and mechanical upgrades at Underwood Elementary School. The board of education approved the request last week and submitted it to the county auditor’s office. The proposal focuses mainly on Underwood Elementary School with some work also at the high school. The elementary school is the oldest facility having been built in the 60’s. If the bond issue passes, classrooms at the elementary school would be renovated, windows would be replaced and HVAC equipment would be repaired or replaced. The early childhood drop-off area would also be improved. Secure entrances at both the elementary school and the high school would be upgraded and the old stage in the high school commons area would be removed so the space could be put to better use. If issued, payment of the bonds would overlap for a couple of years with the $5.5 million in bonds approved in 2006 for construction of a middle school addition to the elementary school. That project was completed in 2009. Underwood Community Schools completed a $6.2 million upgrade to the high school in 2014 that included construction of an addition with a 421 seat auditorium and 220 seat practice gym, new fitness and wrestling rooms and expansion of the tract to 12 lanes as well as parking and smaller improvements. That work was paid for with revenue from the Secure an Advanced Vision for Education sales tax.
Governor Reynolds signs Harvest Proclamation -
(9-12-23) – On Monday, Governor Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through October 11, 2023. The proclamation allows vehicles transporting corn, soybeans, hay, straw, silage, stover, fertilizer (dry, liquid, and gas), and manure (dry and liquid) to be overweight (not exceeding 90,000 pounds gross weight) without a permit for the duration of this proclamation. This proclamation applies to loads transported on all highways within Iowa (excluding the interstate system) and those which do not exceed a maximum of 90,000 pounds gross weight, do not exceed the maximum axle weight limit determined under the non-primary highway maximum gross weight table in Iowa Code § 321.463 (6) (a) and (b), by more than 12.5 percent, do not exceed the legal maximum axle weight limit of 20,000 pounds, and comply with posted limits on roads and bridges.
(9-12-23) – On Monday, Governor Kim Reynolds signed a proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through October 11, 2023. The proclamation allows vehicles transporting corn, soybeans, hay, straw, silage, stover, fertilizer (dry, liquid, and gas), and manure (dry and liquid) to be overweight (not exceeding 90,000 pounds gross weight) without a permit for the duration of this proclamation. This proclamation applies to loads transported on all highways within Iowa (excluding the interstate system) and those which do not exceed a maximum of 90,000 pounds gross weight, do not exceed the maximum axle weight limit determined under the non-primary highway maximum gross weight table in Iowa Code § 321.463 (6) (a) and (b), by more than 12.5 percent, do not exceed the legal maximum axle weight limit of 20,000 pounds, and comply with posted limits on roads and bridges.
Reminder from Regional Water -
(8-23-23) – Here’s a reminder from Regional Water in Avoca - We are still under Level Yellow water restrictions. Our wells are struggling as they have been running non-stop for over a month. Every drop counts! Thank You again to all of our Regional Water customers who have taken steps to conserve water during this emergency. We have gotten through thus far because of your efforts.
Regional Water is asking customers across the system, both municipal, rural, commercial and agricultural, to focus your efforts on conservation this week as the weather forecast calls for high heat and humidity.
They are asking all customers of the Regional Water Avoca Treatment Plant system to take extra steps to conserve as much as possible this week as our wellfield and treatment plant have been running continuously since Thursday, July 20th.
As a reminder, municipal, residential, agricultural, commercial, and industrial users are still required to observe the following mandatory reduction measures:
No outdoor watering or irrigation of any kind between the hours of 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. No watering or irrigation of lawns whatsoever. Watering of flowers, vegetable gardens, trees or shrubs less than four years old, and new seedlings and sod is permitted once per week, with an application not to exceed one inch and only between the hours of 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No car washing is allowed, except at commercial establishments that provide that service as their only means of income. In these cases, hours of use will be restricted to 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
No water shall be used to fill private swimming pools, children’s wading pools, or similar articles.
No water shall be used to clean streets, driveways, sidewalks, etc.
Large volume water users, including industries, motels, hotels, eating establishments, and livestock confinements may be requested to scale back services and/or production. This includes spraying operations.
Schools are strongly urged to cancel their physical education activities and inter-scholastic competitions that require showers or attract crowds and take other actions to reduce water consumption.
The system is continuing to work with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to resolve the situation. For more information, please contact the Regional Water Office at 712-343-2413.
(8-23-23) – Here’s a reminder from Regional Water in Avoca - We are still under Level Yellow water restrictions. Our wells are struggling as they have been running non-stop for over a month. Every drop counts! Thank You again to all of our Regional Water customers who have taken steps to conserve water during this emergency. We have gotten through thus far because of your efforts.
Regional Water is asking customers across the system, both municipal, rural, commercial and agricultural, to focus your efforts on conservation this week as the weather forecast calls for high heat and humidity.
They are asking all customers of the Regional Water Avoca Treatment Plant system to take extra steps to conserve as much as possible this week as our wellfield and treatment plant have been running continuously since Thursday, July 20th.
As a reminder, municipal, residential, agricultural, commercial, and industrial users are still required to observe the following mandatory reduction measures:
No outdoor watering or irrigation of any kind between the hours of 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. No watering or irrigation of lawns whatsoever. Watering of flowers, vegetable gardens, trees or shrubs less than four years old, and new seedlings and sod is permitted once per week, with an application not to exceed one inch and only between the hours of 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No car washing is allowed, except at commercial establishments that provide that service as their only means of income. In these cases, hours of use will be restricted to 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
No water shall be used to fill private swimming pools, children’s wading pools, or similar articles.
No water shall be used to clean streets, driveways, sidewalks, etc.
Large volume water users, including industries, motels, hotels, eating establishments, and livestock confinements may be requested to scale back services and/or production. This includes spraying operations.
Schools are strongly urged to cancel their physical education activities and inter-scholastic competitions that require showers or attract crowds and take other actions to reduce water consumption.
The system is continuing to work with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to resolve the situation. For more information, please contact the Regional Water Office at 712-343-2413.
HMU Declares Voluntary Water Watch -
(7-25-23) - Harlan Municipal Utilities has declared a voluntary water watch in effect through September 30th. In a statement, they say “customers have been doing an awesome job watching their water consumption. Unfortunately, due to the prolonged drought, our raw water capacity has been reduced to a level that triggers a water watch. Well maintenance is ongoing. However, our test wells are at the lowest recorded level since the early 2000's.” Under a Water Watch, all customers of the municipal water service are encouraged to limit or curtail all nonessential uses of water in order to conserve precious water resources during the time of shortage. No outdoor watering between 8am and 8pm, no washing cars, except in commercial establishments, water should be served at restaurants only at a customer’s request, and no potable water for cleaning equipment or machinery. For more information on the Water Watch, click the link below:
HMU PUBLIC NOTICES/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
(7-25-23) - Harlan Municipal Utilities has declared a voluntary water watch in effect through September 30th. In a statement, they say “customers have been doing an awesome job watching their water consumption. Unfortunately, due to the prolonged drought, our raw water capacity has been reduced to a level that triggers a water watch. Well maintenance is ongoing. However, our test wells are at the lowest recorded level since the early 2000's.” Under a Water Watch, all customers of the municipal water service are encouraged to limit or curtail all nonessential uses of water in order to conserve precious water resources during the time of shortage. No outdoor watering between 8am and 8pm, no washing cars, except in commercial establishments, water should be served at restaurants only at a customer’s request, and no potable water for cleaning equipment or machinery. For more information on the Water Watch, click the link below:
HMU PUBLIC NOTICES/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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Upcoming events -
Veteran Yard signs available -
(8-25-23) – Yard signs recognizing Veterans are available from the Shelby County Historical Museum. Each sign is 24 x 18 inches of corrugated plastic and the cost is $40. They are double-sided and feature the veteran’s name, service branch and photo on each side. A wire stake is included to display your sign. Signs will be available for pickup at the Shelby County Historical Museum in Harlan. Order by October 1st to ensure that your sign arrives in time to be displayed on Veteran’s Day. Yard signs can be purchased online or by mail by sending a check for $40, the veteran’s name and service branch and your contact information. They will then reach out to you obtaining the photo for your sign. For more information, visit their Facebook page.
(8-25-23) – Yard signs recognizing Veterans are available from the Shelby County Historical Museum. Each sign is 24 x 18 inches of corrugated plastic and the cost is $40. They are double-sided and feature the veteran’s name, service branch and photo on each side. A wire stake is included to display your sign. Signs will be available for pickup at the Shelby County Historical Museum in Harlan. Order by October 1st to ensure that your sign arrives in time to be displayed on Veteran’s Day. Yard signs can be purchased online or by mail by sending a check for $40, the veteran’s name and service branch and your contact information. They will then reach out to you obtaining the photo for your sign. For more information, visit their Facebook page.
For a $50 annual fee, the Boy Scout Troop 90B and 90G will place a 3 by 5 foot flag on a 10 foot pole in front of your house on five national holidays - Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and Veteran's Day. Subscription forms can be found online or in the Harlan Tribune.
The new 2023 100 page book on the history of Harlan's downtown is now available. This version provides more anecdotal stories of the building owners and/or mysteries surrounding these buildings, as well as over 400 photos and illustrations. The book is being sold at the Harlan Newspapers and the Shelby County Chamber office for $20 plus tax with proceeds going to fund tourism projects funded by the Hotel/Motel Tax.
Upcoming Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Tuesday, September 26th - 11:30 to 5:30 - Harlan Veteran's Auditorium, for an appointment, call Sue at 712-755-5725.
Wednesday, September 27th - 11 - 5 - St. Boniface Parish Center in Westphalia
Tuesday, September 26th - 11:30 to 5:30 - Harlan Veteran's Auditorium, for an appointment, call Sue at 712-755-5725.
Wednesday, September 27th - 11 - 5 - St. Boniface Parish Center in Westphalia
Town Hall meetings are being planned to present information regarding the upcoming vote on November 7th to designate EMS as essential service in Shelby County and begin funding it with tax dollars. The Board of Supervisors appointed an Advisory Council to evaluate EMS in Shelby County and some of the members of that council will be present at these meetings to answer questions about the current state of EMS and how the tax money will be spent. All town Halls will begin at 7 pm. Locations include:
Tuesday, September 26th at the Panama Parish Center
Wednesday, September 27th - Shelby Community Center
Thursday, September 28th - Elk Horn Town Hall
Tuesday, October 3rd - Defiance Parish Center
Thursday, October 5th - Harlan Therkildsen Center
Tuesday, September 26th at the Panama Parish Center
Wednesday, September 27th - Shelby Community Center
Thursday, September 28th - Elk Horn Town Hall
Tuesday, October 3rd - Defiance Parish Center
Thursday, October 5th - Harlan Therkildsen Center
COME CELEBRATE SHELBY COUNTY SENIOR FEST, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH FROM 8 TO 11 AT THE HARLAN SENIOR CENTER. FROM 8 TO 10, ENJOY A COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST AND FROM 10 TO 11, PLAY BINGO FOR PRIZES. LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS, BUSINESSES AND NON-PROFITS WILL BE ON HAND TO SHARE VALUABLE INFORMATION AND SERVICES WITH ALL SENIORS. AND ALL SENIORS WHO ATTEND WILL RECEIVE A PASS TO THE PETERSEN WELLNESS CENTER FOR THE REST OF THE DAY.
There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday, September 26th at 6 pm, hosted by Rosa Blanda Farm at 1027 1400 th Street.. Come and meet the owners Amy Jarrett and Rich Hansen. Rosa Blanda Farm is Western Iowa's premier agritainment farm and activity space. Come see what they're all about.
The 34th annual Woodbine Applefest is set for Saturday, September 30th. Rain or shine all daytime events are held from 8 to 4 unless otherwise noted. Live music and dancing in the Big Tent at 5th and Walker will be held from 4 to 11. Come for Orchards and Pies on Lincolnway with Hodge Greenhouse, Morris Family Orchard and Kuhn's Amish Baked Pies, get an Applefest t-shirt, take in the craft show at the school, stop by the Kids Korner, take a helicopter rides, visit Zell Millard History Park, or visit the outdoor market, the car and motorcycle show, tractor show, hay bale toss, festival food, take in the church events and of course the entertainment tent.
The Defiance Fire and Rescues Annual Pancake Breakfast is set for Sunday, October 1st from 7 to 11 am. They will be serving pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, orange juice and coffee. Free will donations will be accepted. The fund will help recoup the investments made this last year expanding the department and new gear, updating equipment and critical training.
The Harlan Fire and Rescue Annual Breakfast will be held Sunday, October 8th, from 7 to 11 am at the fire station on Cyclone in Harlan. They will be serving biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, pancakes, and bacon. Free-will donations will be accepted. Delivery is available in Harlan. Call 755-5354 to order yours.
The Shelby Fire and Rescue Annual Pancake Breakfast will be held Sunday, October 15th, from 7 to noon at the Shelby Fire Hall at 402 Center Street in Shelby. The will be serving plain, blueberry or chocolate chip pancakes for a free-will donation. There will be drawings for free smoke alarms. Check out their 50/50 cash raffle. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20.
The 22nd annual Harvest Fest will be held Saturday, October 28th, from 10:30 t0 1 pm on the Historic Downtown Square in Harlan. Activities include kids' games, face tattoos, cookie decorating, costume contest for kids and dogs, street vendors, pumpkin decorating at Brick Wall Gallery, petting Zoo by MTO Livestock and the Harlan Community Library will be there for Spooky Story Time on the northeast corner of the square. The Dollar Movie at the Harlan Theater begins at 9:340. The will be showing "The Amazing Maurice". Free hotdogs and hot chocolate or lemonade, depending on the weather will be available at noon. Hansen House Senior Living will provide free train rides around the square. The Candy Walk begins at 1 pm.
Hansen House Senior Living in Harlan will be having a Trunk or Treat event Saturday, October 28th from 4 to 7 pm in their parking lot. Its free family fun with free train rides. Trunkers are wanted. To register for a space, call or text Amie at 579-1743.
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