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Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 -
Myrtue Medical Center's Annual Fishing for Fun will now be held Wednesday, May 20th, 5 to 7 pm at Nishna Bend Recreation Area. All families with children under 12 years of age are invited. For more information and to register, please visit the Shelby County Clinics website and click on Fishing for Fun!
Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau Launches Seatbelt Campaign For Memorial Day Holiday -
(5-19-26) - The Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is partnering with law enforcement agencies across Iowa to support the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) annual Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement campaign from now through May 31. The campaign focuses on increasing seatbelt use through public awareness and enforcement. Officials say seatbelts remain the most effective way to reduce the risk of serious injury or death in a crash. According to the GTSB, 121 people killed in Iowa traffic crashes in 2025 were not wearing seatbelts. Those unrestrained occupants accounted for 47 percent of all traffic fatalities in the state last year. City, county, and state law enforcement agencies are joining in the effort to reduce roadway deaths and injuries through education, enforcement, and federally funded safety programs.
(5-19-26) - The Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) is partnering with law enforcement agencies across Iowa to support the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) annual Click It or Ticket high-visibility enforcement campaign from now through May 31. The campaign focuses on increasing seatbelt use through public awareness and enforcement. Officials say seatbelts remain the most effective way to reduce the risk of serious injury or death in a crash. According to the GTSB, 121 people killed in Iowa traffic crashes in 2025 were not wearing seatbelts. Those unrestrained occupants accounted for 47 percent of all traffic fatalities in the state last year. City, county, and state law enforcement agencies are joining in the effort to reduce roadway deaths and injuries through education, enforcement, and federally funded safety programs.
TivoliFest coming this Memorial Day weekend -
(5-14-28) - Tivoli Fest is just a little over one week away with activities planned for May 22nd through 24th. On Friday, May 22nd through Sunday May 24th, there will be free admission to the Danish Windmill and free admission to the Museum of Danish America on Friday and Saturday from 10 to 4. There will be a Viking Battle at the museum from 1 to 2 on Friday, followed by a performance from Kristian Bugge and WB Reid Folk Music from 2 to 3. Tivoli Royalty Coronation with Mike and Lou Howard as King and Queen and Cayde and Jayda Jacobsen as Prince and Princess will be held Friday night at the Elk Horn Fire Station from 5 to 5:30. A beer garden will be open from 5 to 11 and Danish Hot Dogs will be available starting at 6 pm. The Tivoli Troubadors will perform from 5 to 7 and Murphy's Law will perform from 8 to 11 pm. Pinoak Farms will offer horseback riding, photos and more on Friday from 5 to 7 pm on the southside of Hill Street south of the windmill.
On Saturday, May 23rd, the event will start with an opening ceremony at 8 am at the Windmill followed by the Mill to Mermaid 5K Run at 8:15 am. Registration is from 7:30 to 8 am. Transportation back to Elk Horn will be provided. The Tivoli Parade will start at 11 am with Grand Marshals Bruce and Calla Poldberg. At noon Saturday, Danish Ambassador - Jesper Moller Sorensen will speak about the 50th anniversary of the Danish Windmill, there will be folk dances from Omaha from 1 to 2 and 4 to 5. Pinoak Farms will offer horseback riding, photos and more from noon to 4 pm and Saturday's activities will end with tivoli fireworks after dark. On Sunday, the Tour De Tivoli Bike Ride will start at 8 am at the windmill. The Rise and Grind Breakfast at Hygge Inn will be held from 8 to 11 and the Elk Horn Lutheran church Sunday Service will be held at the Morning Star Chapel outside of the windmill.
(5-14-28) - Tivoli Fest is just a little over one week away with activities planned for May 22nd through 24th. On Friday, May 22nd through Sunday May 24th, there will be free admission to the Danish Windmill and free admission to the Museum of Danish America on Friday and Saturday from 10 to 4. There will be a Viking Battle at the museum from 1 to 2 on Friday, followed by a performance from Kristian Bugge and WB Reid Folk Music from 2 to 3. Tivoli Royalty Coronation with Mike and Lou Howard as King and Queen and Cayde and Jayda Jacobsen as Prince and Princess will be held Friday night at the Elk Horn Fire Station from 5 to 5:30. A beer garden will be open from 5 to 11 and Danish Hot Dogs will be available starting at 6 pm. The Tivoli Troubadors will perform from 5 to 7 and Murphy's Law will perform from 8 to 11 pm. Pinoak Farms will offer horseback riding, photos and more on Friday from 5 to 7 pm on the southside of Hill Street south of the windmill.
On Saturday, May 23rd, the event will start with an opening ceremony at 8 am at the Windmill followed by the Mill to Mermaid 5K Run at 8:15 am. Registration is from 7:30 to 8 am. Transportation back to Elk Horn will be provided. The Tivoli Parade will start at 11 am with Grand Marshals Bruce and Calla Poldberg. At noon Saturday, Danish Ambassador - Jesper Moller Sorensen will speak about the 50th anniversary of the Danish Windmill, there will be folk dances from Omaha from 1 to 2 and 4 to 5. Pinoak Farms will offer horseback riding, photos and more from noon to 4 pm and Saturday's activities will end with tivoli fireworks after dark. On Sunday, the Tour De Tivoli Bike Ride will start at 8 am at the windmill. The Rise and Grind Breakfast at Hygge Inn will be held from 8 to 11 and the Elk Horn Lutheran church Sunday Service will be held at the Morning Star Chapel outside of the windmill.
New Memorial Wall to be UnVeiled in Honor of Local Heroes -
(5-13-26) - Members of the Dow City American Legion, Post #444 are set to mark the start of America 250 celebrations in Dow City this Memorial Day with the unveiling of an historic Memorial Wall at the Dow City Cemetery. Ceremonies will begin at 10 am on May 25th and members of the public are invited to attend. the new Memorial Wall measures 11 feet tall by 8 feet wide and is crafted of concrete with custom stainless steel railings that will hold the plaques. It features 330 individual commemorative plates, each bearing the name and branch of service for every military veteran, from the Civil War to present day who is buried in the Dow City Cemetery. The cemetery serves as the final resting place of the second highest number of veterans in Crawford County. The morning’s ceremonies will also include the presentation of patriotic music, speeches, prayers, gun salute and taps.
(5-13-26) - Members of the Dow City American Legion, Post #444 are set to mark the start of America 250 celebrations in Dow City this Memorial Day with the unveiling of an historic Memorial Wall at the Dow City Cemetery. Ceremonies will begin at 10 am on May 25th and members of the public are invited to attend. the new Memorial Wall measures 11 feet tall by 8 feet wide and is crafted of concrete with custom stainless steel railings that will hold the plaques. It features 330 individual commemorative plates, each bearing the name and branch of service for every military veteran, from the Civil War to present day who is buried in the Dow City Cemetery. The cemetery serves as the final resting place of the second highest number of veterans in Crawford County. The morning’s ceremonies will also include the presentation of patriotic music, speeches, prayers, gun salute and taps.
GOVERNOR REYNOLDS SIGNS IOWA CATTLEMENS’ ASSOCIATION-BACKED LEGISLATION SUPPORTING THE NEXT GENERATION OF PRODUCERS -
(5-20-26) – On Tuesday, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 2219 into law, a bill that the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA) supported, which requires school districts to exempt student absences for school-sponsored activities, such as FFA. Engaging the next generation of agriculturists is vital to the success of the agriculture industry. The idea for this bill, originally proposed by Senator Dawn Driscoll, emerged at the ICA Southeast Regional Meeting in Washington County last December. The bill was floor managed by Sen. Lynn Evans and Rep. Heather Hora. Ensuring that students are supported academically while participating in these official programs reinforces Iowa’s commitment to agricultural education and leadership development. Senate File 2219 was one of several ICA-backed bills to make it to the Governor’s desk following this year’s legislative session. ICA greatly appreciates the support of the bill’s sponsors and the Governor for their work on behalf of Iowa’s beef cattle industry.
(5-20-26) – On Tuesday, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 2219 into law, a bill that the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA) supported, which requires school districts to exempt student absences for school-sponsored activities, such as FFA. Engaging the next generation of agriculturists is vital to the success of the agriculture industry. The idea for this bill, originally proposed by Senator Dawn Driscoll, emerged at the ICA Southeast Regional Meeting in Washington County last December. The bill was floor managed by Sen. Lynn Evans and Rep. Heather Hora. Ensuring that students are supported academically while participating in these official programs reinforces Iowa’s commitment to agricultural education and leadership development. Senate File 2219 was one of several ICA-backed bills to make it to the Governor’s desk following this year’s legislative session. ICA greatly appreciates the support of the bill’s sponsors and the Governor for their work on behalf of Iowa’s beef cattle industry.
Shelby County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday morning -
(5/20/26) – The Shelby County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Tuesday morning. Supervisor Schaben made a motion to recess the meeting and open the posted hearing for the FY2026 Budget Amendment #4, Kolbe seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. There were no verbal or written comments submitted to the Auditor’s office concerning the budget amendment. Schaben made a motion to close the budget hearing and reopen the regular meeting. Schaben made a motion to adopt Resolution 2026-23, Kolbe seconded the motion. RESOLUTION 2026-23 reads as ENTRY RECORD OF THE FILING AND CONSIDERATION OF THE COUNTY BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 BE IT REMEMBERED on this 19th day of May 2026, the Board of Supervisors met in scheduled session for the filing and considering of an amendment to the Shelby County Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Shelby County Budget Service Areas be amended. These listings can be found on documents in the Sh Co Treasurer’s office. In other business, Kolbe made a motion to approve ROW permits for Regional Water; Schaben seconded the motion. Engineer Chris Fredericksen then gave a brief department update on completing Spring rock haul, and upcoming bridge projects. Luke Wolken gave an Environmental Health department update to the Supervisors which included information on percolation tests, water samples, passports, and grant money received. Supervisors gave updates on meetings they attended. The Supervisors then discussed the County adding the Shelby County Golf Course buildings to the ICAP insurance policy. Ken Leinen was present to provide a history of the golf course, as was Brent Scheve, who provided cost changes to the County Policy. Schaben made a motion to update the agreement between Shelby County and Shelby County Golf, Inc. to reflect Shelby County taking over insurance for the buildings located at the golf course with an effective date of July 1st; Kolbe seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Kolbe made a motion to approve the contract with Cost Advisory Services, Inc. to provide an annual central service cost allocation plan based on actual costs incurred, Schaben seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Tony Buman, Planning & Zoning Administrator, discussed with the Supervisors a Master Matrix application that was submitted to the County to increase the units at an existing confinement in Jefferson Township. Notice to the public was published in the newspaper, and written comments may be filed at the County Assessor’s Office until June 1st at 4:30 pm. Various department heads were present to discuss potential handbook changes and updates. No action was taken at this time; the meeting was adjourned at 10:09 A.M.
(5/20/26) – The Shelby County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Tuesday morning. Supervisor Schaben made a motion to recess the meeting and open the posted hearing for the FY2026 Budget Amendment #4, Kolbe seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. There were no verbal or written comments submitted to the Auditor’s office concerning the budget amendment. Schaben made a motion to close the budget hearing and reopen the regular meeting. Schaben made a motion to adopt Resolution 2026-23, Kolbe seconded the motion. RESOLUTION 2026-23 reads as ENTRY RECORD OF THE FILING AND CONSIDERATION OF THE COUNTY BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 BE IT REMEMBERED on this 19th day of May 2026, the Board of Supervisors met in scheduled session for the filing and considering of an amendment to the Shelby County Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Shelby County Budget Service Areas be amended. These listings can be found on documents in the Sh Co Treasurer’s office. In other business, Kolbe made a motion to approve ROW permits for Regional Water; Schaben seconded the motion. Engineer Chris Fredericksen then gave a brief department update on completing Spring rock haul, and upcoming bridge projects. Luke Wolken gave an Environmental Health department update to the Supervisors which included information on percolation tests, water samples, passports, and grant money received. Supervisors gave updates on meetings they attended. The Supervisors then discussed the County adding the Shelby County Golf Course buildings to the ICAP insurance policy. Ken Leinen was present to provide a history of the golf course, as was Brent Scheve, who provided cost changes to the County Policy. Schaben made a motion to update the agreement between Shelby County and Shelby County Golf, Inc. to reflect Shelby County taking over insurance for the buildings located at the golf course with an effective date of July 1st; Kolbe seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Kolbe made a motion to approve the contract with Cost Advisory Services, Inc. to provide an annual central service cost allocation plan based on actual costs incurred, Schaben seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Tony Buman, Planning & Zoning Administrator, discussed with the Supervisors a Master Matrix application that was submitted to the County to increase the units at an existing confinement in Jefferson Township. Notice to the public was published in the newspaper, and written comments may be filed at the County Assessor’s Office until June 1st at 4:30 pm. Various department heads were present to discuss potential handbook changes and updates. No action was taken at this time; the meeting was adjourned at 10:09 A.M.
Carson Elementary Teacher Receives Lakin Outstanding Teacher Award -
(5-20-26) - The Charles E. Lakin Foundation has announced Kyra Graves, an educator at Riverside Community School District’s Carson Elementary, as a recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Teacher Award. Graves was presented with the $10,000 honor on May 6th in recognition of her exemplary work in education, leadership, and student engagement. Educators from across southwest Iowa were nominated for this annual award. Graves’ nomination was submitted by her colleague. The nomination celebrates Graves’ unwavering commitment to excellence in teaching and her profound impact on the school community. The Charles E. Lakin Outstanding Teacher Award honors four exceptional public school teachers each year from non-urban districts within a 40-mile radius of Emerson, Iowa; the hometown of the late philanthropist In addition to the $10,000 personal award for each recipient, their respective school districts receive a $2,500 grant in support of educational initiatives. The Riverside Community School District, along with the Charles E. Lakin Foundation, proudly congratulates Ms. Graves on this well-deserved recognition.
(5-20-26) - The Charles E. Lakin Foundation has announced Kyra Graves, an educator at Riverside Community School District’s Carson Elementary, as a recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Teacher Award. Graves was presented with the $10,000 honor on May 6th in recognition of her exemplary work in education, leadership, and student engagement. Educators from across southwest Iowa were nominated for this annual award. Graves’ nomination was submitted by her colleague. The nomination celebrates Graves’ unwavering commitment to excellence in teaching and her profound impact on the school community. The Charles E. Lakin Outstanding Teacher Award honors four exceptional public school teachers each year from non-urban districts within a 40-mile radius of Emerson, Iowa; the hometown of the late philanthropist In addition to the $10,000 personal award for each recipient, their respective school districts receive a $2,500 grant in support of educational initiatives. The Riverside Community School District, along with the Charles E. Lakin Foundation, proudly congratulates Ms. Graves on this well-deserved recognition.
Residents Briefly Evacuated Monday In Carroll After Construction Workers Sever Gas Line - (5-20-26) - The Carroll Fire Department responded Monday night to a substantial gas leak after a large line was severed at a construction site. According to Carroll Fire Chief Dan Hannasch, crews were dispatched to the intersection of Clark and 12th Streets at approximately 5:34 p.m. after workers severed a two-inch gas pipe. Hannasch notes the broken line was fed by a larger four-inch main, which is quite large for residential gas transport. Due to the significant amount of natural gas that was escaping from the line, firefighters evacuated homes in a nearly two-block radius as a precaution until Alliant Energy crews could respond to stop the leak and cap the line. Fortunately, Hannasch says they were able to correct the issue and return to the station in about an hour. The Carroll Police Department also assisted at the scene. FacebookShare Twitter
Storm reports from Monday's storms in western Iowa -
(5-19-26) - Information from the National Weather Service offices in Des Moines, IA:
9:35-p.m. (5/18) – Flash Flooding was occurring in Mount Ayr, with knee deep water in front yards and basements flooding; Streets were flooded and a car was fully submerged; A bridge was underwater 5-miles S of Tingley, in Ringgold County; Hwy 169 & 190th Street was closed due to mud sliding onto the road after an estimated 3.5-inches of rain had fallen.
7:09-p.m. – Multiple reports from Ringgold County Emergency Management of tornadoes north of Mt. Ayr/
6:56-p.m. – Emergency Management confirmed a tornado on the ground near Benton, in Ringgold County.
6:30 & 6:40-p.m. – A spotter confirmed a tornado near Athelstan, in Taylor County.
Reports from the NWS office in Omaha/Valley, NE:
5:57-p.m. & 5:51-p.m. – 1″ diameter (Quarter-size) hail in Clarinda (Page County, IA)
5:47-p.m. – A personal weather station near Shambaugh registered an 84-mph wind gust.
5:36-p.m. – Ping Pong ball-size hail (1.5″ diameter) reported in College Springs.
5:04-p.m. – Ping Pong ball-size hail (1.5″ diameter) reported S of Farragut (Fremont County)
(5-19-26) - Information from the National Weather Service offices in Des Moines, IA:
9:35-p.m. (5/18) – Flash Flooding was occurring in Mount Ayr, with knee deep water in front yards and basements flooding; Streets were flooded and a car was fully submerged; A bridge was underwater 5-miles S of Tingley, in Ringgold County; Hwy 169 & 190th Street was closed due to mud sliding onto the road after an estimated 3.5-inches of rain had fallen.
7:09-p.m. – Multiple reports from Ringgold County Emergency Management of tornadoes north of Mt. Ayr/
6:56-p.m. – Emergency Management confirmed a tornado on the ground near Benton, in Ringgold County.
6:30 & 6:40-p.m. – A spotter confirmed a tornado near Athelstan, in Taylor County.
Reports from the NWS office in Omaha/Valley, NE:
5:57-p.m. & 5:51-p.m. – 1″ diameter (Quarter-size) hail in Clarinda (Page County, IA)
5:47-p.m. – A personal weather station near Shambaugh registered an 84-mph wind gust.
5:36-p.m. – Ping Pong ball-size hail (1.5″ diameter) reported in College Springs.
5:04-p.m. – Ping Pong ball-size hail (1.5″ diameter) reported S of Farragut (Fremont County)
Crop Report
(5-19-26) - There were 6.1 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending May 17, 2026. Topsoil moisture condition rated 5 percent very short, 26 percent short, 64 percent adequate, and 5 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture condition rated 4 percent very short, 23 percent short, 69 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. Corn planting reached 88 percent complete, which is one percentage point behind last year and six percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Forty-six percent of corn had emerged, which is eight percentage points behind last year’s pace and three percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Eighty percent of the expected soybeans have been planted, which is one percentage point behind last year and 12 percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Soybean emergence reached 28 percent, which is 10 percentage points behind last year and three percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Oats planting in Iowa reached 97 percent complete and 87 percent of oats have emerged. Pasture condition rated 73 percent good to excellent.
(5-19-26) - There were 6.1 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending May 17, 2026. Topsoil moisture condition rated 5 percent very short, 26 percent short, 64 percent adequate, and 5 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture condition rated 4 percent very short, 23 percent short, 69 percent adequate, and 4 percent surplus. Corn planting reached 88 percent complete, which is one percentage point behind last year and six percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Forty-six percent of corn had emerged, which is eight percentage points behind last year’s pace and three percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Eighty percent of the expected soybeans have been planted, which is one percentage point behind last year and 12 percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Soybean emergence reached 28 percent, which is 10 percentage points behind last year and three percentage points ahead of the five-year average. Oats planting in Iowa reached 97 percent complete and 87 percent of oats have emerged. Pasture condition rated 73 percent good to excellent.
Damage assessments get underway after stormy weekend -
(5-18-26) - Damage assessment will get underway soon after Sunday night’s severe thunderstorms brought multiple possible tornadoes and straight-line winds gusting over 80 miles an hour. Likely twisters are reported near as many as a dozen towns in northwest and north-central Iowa, including Armstrong, Pomeroy, Crystal Lake, Moville, Salix, Kingsley, Pierson, Mason City, Graettinger, Moorland, Joice and Wesley. National Weather Service meteorologist Jack Rotter says the agency will dispatch assessment teams, and they’ll fan out across the region to survey the damage. No injuries were reported. There are scattered reports of damage across northern Iowa but Rotter says the exact cause remains unknown. There are reports of homes damaged in the northern fringes of the state, but it still a little early to say whether it was a tornado or severe thunderstorm wind gust. No traffic was being allowed into or out of Kingsley and Pierson to keep the public safe from downed trees and power line. At the peak last night, MidAmerican Energy says more than 13-thousand Iowa customers lost power. That’s down at 7 A-M to about 48-hundred homes. Rotter says say more widespread severe weather is possible tonight, starting about 6 P-M in western Iowa, lasting until well after midnight in eastern Iowa.
(5-18-26) - Damage assessment will get underway soon after Sunday night’s severe thunderstorms brought multiple possible tornadoes and straight-line winds gusting over 80 miles an hour. Likely twisters are reported near as many as a dozen towns in northwest and north-central Iowa, including Armstrong, Pomeroy, Crystal Lake, Moville, Salix, Kingsley, Pierson, Mason City, Graettinger, Moorland, Joice and Wesley. National Weather Service meteorologist Jack Rotter says the agency will dispatch assessment teams, and they’ll fan out across the region to survey the damage. No injuries were reported. There are scattered reports of damage across northern Iowa but Rotter says the exact cause remains unknown. There are reports of homes damaged in the northern fringes of the state, but it still a little early to say whether it was a tornado or severe thunderstorm wind gust. No traffic was being allowed into or out of Kingsley and Pierson to keep the public safe from downed trees and power line. At the peak last night, MidAmerican Energy says more than 13-thousand Iowa customers lost power. That’s down at 7 A-M to about 48-hundred homes. Rotter says say more widespread severe weather is possible tonight, starting about 6 P-M in western Iowa, lasting until well after midnight in eastern Iowa.
The Elk Horn Pool will open on Monday, June 1st. Passes are now available for purchases in person at the city clerk's office or online. Family pool pass is $150, up to six people, $15 each, single pool pass $90. Pool hours - adult swim is from 11 to 12:30; Public swim is from 12:30 to 7 .
Southwest Iowa Pharmacist failed to report vaccinations for 15 years -
(5-19-26) – ( Iowa Capital Dispatch) - An Iowa pharmacist who was alleged to be incorrectly reporting vaccinations and immunizations to the state for 15 years has been issued a warning by state regulators. The Iowa Board of Pharmacy recently charged pharmacist Ellen Bridget Overholtzer-Strait of Malvern with failing to order and dispense medications as required by regulations and statewide protocols. The regulations cited by the board required that pharmacists, after the administration of a vaccine, report the vaccination to Iowa’s Immunization Registry Information System, more commonly known as IRIS. The board alleges that after two different patients, on two different occasions, went to a pharmacy in Glenwood for vaccinations, it was discovered that both patients had already received those vaccinations from a different pharmacy where Overholtzer-Strait worked, and that those vaccinations were not reflected in IRIS. The board alleges that when Overholtzer-Strait was contacted after a complaint was filed with the board, she asserted she kept records of all the vaccinations she had administered but was unaware they weren’t somehow automatically reported to IRIS. According to the board, she then worked to manually enter into IRIS all of the missed immunizations and vaccinations, including some that dated back to 2011. The disciplinary case was resolved recently with a settlement agreement that calls for Overholtzer-Strait to pay a $500 civil penalty.
(5-19-26) – ( Iowa Capital Dispatch) - An Iowa pharmacist who was alleged to be incorrectly reporting vaccinations and immunizations to the state for 15 years has been issued a warning by state regulators. The Iowa Board of Pharmacy recently charged pharmacist Ellen Bridget Overholtzer-Strait of Malvern with failing to order and dispense medications as required by regulations and statewide protocols. The regulations cited by the board required that pharmacists, after the administration of a vaccine, report the vaccination to Iowa’s Immunization Registry Information System, more commonly known as IRIS. The board alleges that after two different patients, on two different occasions, went to a pharmacy in Glenwood for vaccinations, it was discovered that both patients had already received those vaccinations from a different pharmacy where Overholtzer-Strait worked, and that those vaccinations were not reflected in IRIS. The board alleges that when Overholtzer-Strait was contacted after a complaint was filed with the board, she asserted she kept records of all the vaccinations she had administered but was unaware they weren’t somehow automatically reported to IRIS. According to the board, she then worked to manually enter into IRIS all of the missed immunizations and vaccinations, including some that dated back to 2011. The disciplinary case was resolved recently with a settlement agreement that calls for Overholtzer-Strait to pay a $500 civil penalty.
Iowa woman sentenced for killing her boyfriend -
Veronica Kluge has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for second-degree murder in the death of Justin Luth of Whiting. A jury found Kluge guilty in March. Luth was found dead in his home in Whiting in March of 2025. According to the criminal affidavit, Kluge told deputies she had killed him, stating Luth attacked her before she stabbed him.
Veronica Kluge has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for second-degree murder in the death of Justin Luth of Whiting. A jury found Kluge guilty in March. Luth was found dead in his home in Whiting in March of 2025. According to the criminal affidavit, Kluge told deputies she had killed him, stating Luth attacked her before she stabbed him.
Suspect in 2023 Missing Persons Case arrested -
(5-19-26) - The Iowa DCI reports an arrest has been made in connection with a western Iowa missing persons case. Authorities say on June 29, 2023, 35-year-old Jesse George, of Missouri Valley was reported as a missing person to the Missouri Valley Police Department. Since the missing person’s report was filed, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, in cooperation with the Missouri Valley Police Department and the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, continued to work on the investigation. In April 2026, Law Enforcement searched a rural location four miles northwest of Missouri Valley and located human remains. The remains have been positively identified as Jesse George. The Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner ruled George’s death as a homicide. On May 18, 2026, agents with the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation arrested and charged 52-year-old Joseph Langford, of Missouri Valley, for Murder in the First Degree (Class A Felony) and for the Abuse of a Corpse (Class C Felony). This is an ongoing criminal investigation; no further details are being released.
(5-19-26) - The Iowa DCI reports an arrest has been made in connection with a western Iowa missing persons case. Authorities say on June 29, 2023, 35-year-old Jesse George, of Missouri Valley was reported as a missing person to the Missouri Valley Police Department. Since the missing person’s report was filed, the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, in cooperation with the Missouri Valley Police Department and the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, continued to work on the investigation. In April 2026, Law Enforcement searched a rural location four miles northwest of Missouri Valley and located human remains. The remains have been positively identified as Jesse George. The Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner ruled George’s death as a homicide. On May 18, 2026, agents with the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation arrested and charged 52-year-old Joseph Langford, of Missouri Valley, for Murder in the First Degree (Class A Felony) and for the Abuse of a Corpse (Class C Felony). This is an ongoing criminal investigation; no further details are being released.
Guthrie County Accident Report -
(5-19-26) – The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office responded to an accident at around 8:12 am, Thursday, May 14th. A 2023 KIA driven by 37 year old Jordan Salazar of Dexter was traveling eastbound on White Pole Road, following a non-contact vehicle that was mowing the road ditch. A 2013 GMC SUV driven by 69 year old Jeffrey Sackett of Menlo, was traveling eastbound on White Pole Road and came upon the KIA, which was traveling at a slower speed, due to the non-contract tractor in the area. When the KIA came upon a No Passing Zone, the GMC failed to maintain control and failed to stop in an assured clear distance. The SUV struck the rear of the KIA. Both drivers complained of pain/possible injury. Salazar was transported from the scene by his mother. Damage from the collision amounted to an estimated $29.000 altogether. Jeffrey Sacket was cited for Failure to Stop in an Assured Clear Distance.
A second accident happened at around 3:36 on May 15th. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reports a 2011 Chevy Colorado pickup driven by a 14 year old male from Guthrie Center was pulling out of a parking position in the AC/GC High School parking lot. He didn’t see a 2022 Chevy Silverado pickup driven by an 18 year old male from Adair, before his pickup struck the Silverado broadside. Damage from the collision amounted to an estimated $4,000 altogether. No injuries were reported and no citations were issued.
(5-19-26) – The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office responded to an accident at around 8:12 am, Thursday, May 14th. A 2023 KIA driven by 37 year old Jordan Salazar of Dexter was traveling eastbound on White Pole Road, following a non-contact vehicle that was mowing the road ditch. A 2013 GMC SUV driven by 69 year old Jeffrey Sackett of Menlo, was traveling eastbound on White Pole Road and came upon the KIA, which was traveling at a slower speed, due to the non-contract tractor in the area. When the KIA came upon a No Passing Zone, the GMC failed to maintain control and failed to stop in an assured clear distance. The SUV struck the rear of the KIA. Both drivers complained of pain/possible injury. Salazar was transported from the scene by his mother. Damage from the collision amounted to an estimated $29.000 altogether. Jeffrey Sacket was cited for Failure to Stop in an Assured Clear Distance.
A second accident happened at around 3:36 on May 15th. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reports a 2011 Chevy Colorado pickup driven by a 14 year old male from Guthrie Center was pulling out of a parking position in the AC/GC High School parking lot. He didn’t see a 2022 Chevy Silverado pickup driven by an 18 year old male from Adair, before his pickup struck the Silverado broadside. Damage from the collision amounted to an estimated $4,000 altogether. No injuries were reported and no citations were issued.
Adair County Sheriff’s report -
(5-18-26) – The Adair County Sheriff’s Office made 5 arrests last week. 24 year old Kaitlyn Marie Hess of Stuart was arrested May 11th, following an incident in Stuart that allegedly took place on May 10th. Stuart Police arrested Hess for Domestic Abuse Assault – 2nd offense. She was take to the Adair County Jail in Greenfield and released later on her own recognizance.
Also arrested May 11th, was 26-year-old Mason McKee Thompson, of Johnston (IA). He was arrested at around 4:37-a.m. on westbound Interstate 80, near mile-marker 92, following a traffic stop. Thompson was charged with OWI/2nd offense, and released the following day on bond.
On May 15th, 24-year-old Kaitlyn Marie Hess, of Stuart, turned herself-in the Adair County Sheriff’s Office. Hess was wanted on an Adair County Bench Warrant for Violation of Probation. She made an initial court appearance and remained held without bond until her Probation Violation Hearing on May 22nd.
Also arrested May 15th in Adair County, was 35-year-old Shannon Lynn Quigley, of Adair, who was arrested near Stuart for OWI/1st Offense. Quigley was released the following day on her Own Recognizance.
And, on May 16th, Adair County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 63-year-old Steven Eugene Feick, of Fontanelle, for Domestic Assault with Injury or Mental Illness/1st offense. He was released the following day on a $1,000 cash-only bond.
(5-18-26) – The Adair County Sheriff’s Office made 5 arrests last week. 24 year old Kaitlyn Marie Hess of Stuart was arrested May 11th, following an incident in Stuart that allegedly took place on May 10th. Stuart Police arrested Hess for Domestic Abuse Assault – 2nd offense. She was take to the Adair County Jail in Greenfield and released later on her own recognizance.
Also arrested May 11th, was 26-year-old Mason McKee Thompson, of Johnston (IA). He was arrested at around 4:37-a.m. on westbound Interstate 80, near mile-marker 92, following a traffic stop. Thompson was charged with OWI/2nd offense, and released the following day on bond.
On May 15th, 24-year-old Kaitlyn Marie Hess, of Stuart, turned herself-in the Adair County Sheriff’s Office. Hess was wanted on an Adair County Bench Warrant for Violation of Probation. She made an initial court appearance and remained held without bond until her Probation Violation Hearing on May 22nd.
Also arrested May 15th in Adair County, was 35-year-old Shannon Lynn Quigley, of Adair, who was arrested near Stuart for OWI/1st Offense. Quigley was released the following day on her Own Recognizance.
And, on May 16th, Adair County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 63-year-old Steven Eugene Feick, of Fontanelle, for Domestic Assault with Injury or Mental Illness/1st offense. He was released the following day on a $1,000 cash-only bond.
Montgomery County News -
(5-19-26) - At 2:47 Monday afternoon, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office received a phone call about an intoxicated male causing issues in the 2000 block of Commerce Drive in Red Oak. 26 year old Antonio Chitic of Omaha was arrested . He was charged with public intoxication and is being held for Immigration as he's illegal from Guatemala.
(5-18-26) - The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reports a man from southern Oklahoma was arrested on a drug charge, following a traffic stop Sunday afternoon, at 170th Street and Highway 71. Deputies arrested 33-year-old Trevor Hamilton, of Atoka, OK., at around 2:50-p.m., and charged him with Possession of a Controlled Substance/Marijuana-1st Offense. Hamilton was transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and held on a $1,000 bond.
AT about 8:45 Friday morning, May 15th, Montgomery County Deputies arrested 38 year old Angela Flinn of Elliott. Flinn was taken into custody in the 2000 block of 145th Street for Domestic Abuse Assault – 1st offense. Flinn was transported to the Montgomery County Jail where she was being held on no bond.
(5-19-26) - At 2:47 Monday afternoon, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office received a phone call about an intoxicated male causing issues in the 2000 block of Commerce Drive in Red Oak. 26 year old Antonio Chitic of Omaha was arrested . He was charged with public intoxication and is being held for Immigration as he's illegal from Guatemala.
(5-18-26) - The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reports a man from southern Oklahoma was arrested on a drug charge, following a traffic stop Sunday afternoon, at 170th Street and Highway 71. Deputies arrested 33-year-old Trevor Hamilton, of Atoka, OK., at around 2:50-p.m., and charged him with Possession of a Controlled Substance/Marijuana-1st Offense. Hamilton was transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and held on a $1,000 bond.
AT about 8:45 Friday morning, May 15th, Montgomery County Deputies arrested 38 year old Angela Flinn of Elliott. Flinn was taken into custody in the 2000 block of 145th Street for Domestic Abuse Assault – 1st offense. Flinn was transported to the Montgomery County Jail where she was being held on no bond.
Trial Date Set for Murder Suspect -
(5-18-26) - A trial date for 36 year old Joseph Bertolino of Florida has been set to start in mid-July. Bertolino is accused of killing 63 year old Kenneth Gauff at the Country Inn and Suites in Carter Lake las month. He was arrested in Lincoln, NE after he allegedly attacked a police officer at a restaurant. Bertolino was arrested after officers responded to a disturbance at a local restaurant. He was arrested for Attempted First Degree Assault on a Police Officer and is being held without bond in Lancaster County, NE. While in custody, Bertolino made statements to law enforcement referencing an event that occurred at the Country Inn and S At approximately 9:47 p.m. on Tuesday, police officers in Lincoln, Nebraska, responded to a disturbance at a local fast-food restaurant. Upon arrival, officers encountered a male subject, later identified as Joseph Edward Bertolino, 37, of Jacksonville, Florida. Bertolino was arrested for Attempted First Degree Assault on a Police Officer and is being held without bond in Lancaster County, Nebraska. While in custody, Bertolino made concerning statements to law enforcement referencing an event that occurred at the Country Inn and Suites Hotel in Carter Lake earlier that evening. Carter Lake Police conducted a welfare check and located a deceased male inside a hotel room. Carter Lake Police subsequently contacted the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation for assistance. The Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner positively identified the deceased male as 63-year-old Kenneth Bruce Gauff of Omaha, Nebraska. The manner of death has been ruled a homicide. Joseph Edward Bertolino was charged with Murder in the First Degree. Bertolino is currently in custody in Lancaster County, Nebraska, for Attempted First Degree Assault on a Police Officer, stemming from the assault in Lincoln.
(5-18-26) - A trial date for 36 year old Joseph Bertolino of Florida has been set to start in mid-July. Bertolino is accused of killing 63 year old Kenneth Gauff at the Country Inn and Suites in Carter Lake las month. He was arrested in Lincoln, NE after he allegedly attacked a police officer at a restaurant. Bertolino was arrested after officers responded to a disturbance at a local restaurant. He was arrested for Attempted First Degree Assault on a Police Officer and is being held without bond in Lancaster County, NE. While in custody, Bertolino made statements to law enforcement referencing an event that occurred at the Country Inn and S At approximately 9:47 p.m. on Tuesday, police officers in Lincoln, Nebraska, responded to a disturbance at a local fast-food restaurant. Upon arrival, officers encountered a male subject, later identified as Joseph Edward Bertolino, 37, of Jacksonville, Florida. Bertolino was arrested for Attempted First Degree Assault on a Police Officer and is being held without bond in Lancaster County, Nebraska. While in custody, Bertolino made concerning statements to law enforcement referencing an event that occurred at the Country Inn and Suites Hotel in Carter Lake earlier that evening. Carter Lake Police conducted a welfare check and located a deceased male inside a hotel room. Carter Lake Police subsequently contacted the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation for assistance. The Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner positively identified the deceased male as 63-year-old Kenneth Bruce Gauff of Omaha, Nebraska. The manner of death has been ruled a homicide. Joseph Edward Bertolino was charged with Murder in the First Degree. Bertolino is currently in custody in Lancaster County, Nebraska, for Attempted First Degree Assault on a Police Officer, stemming from the assault in Lincoln.
Panama Picnic Dates Set -
The annual Panama Picnic dates have been announced. The party for America's 250th Birthday will start on Friday, June 12th, with Aiden Mack Flathers and Highway Miles playing from 5pm to 11:30pm at the Panama Ball Park with fireworks at dusk! It's $10 for ages 10 and older for the concert and, if you dress patriotically, you can win cash prizes. Then, on Saturday, June 13th, they'll have a pancake breakfast from 8:30am to 11am , mass at the church at 4pm, picnic stands at 5pm, and the auction starts at 6:30. Plus, a $7500 drawing. Don't miss the annual Panama Picnic, Friday, June 12th, and Saturday, June 13th, in Panama.
The annual Panama Picnic dates have been announced. The party for America's 250th Birthday will start on Friday, June 12th, with Aiden Mack Flathers and Highway Miles playing from 5pm to 11:30pm at the Panama Ball Park with fireworks at dusk! It's $10 for ages 10 and older for the concert and, if you dress patriotically, you can win cash prizes. Then, on Saturday, June 13th, they'll have a pancake breakfast from 8:30am to 11am , mass at the church at 4pm, picnic stands at 5pm, and the auction starts at 6:30. Plus, a $7500 drawing. Don't miss the annual Panama Picnic, Friday, June 12th, and Saturday, June 13th, in Panama.
LifeServe Bloodmobile Center announces month-long Bloodmobile Donor Days celebration -
(5-13-26) - LifeServe Bloodmobile Center will be holding Blood Donor Days this June. All June long, LifeServe blood donors at any mobile blood drive will get the exclusive Blood Donor Days summer t-shirt and be entered to win a weekly prize package. Those donors also register to win a pair of 4-day passes to Hinterland Music Festival, happening July 30th thru August 2nd in St. Charles, IA. You can also receive a scratch off ticket with a chance to win local gift cards and prizes. Schedule your next blood donation appointment at LifeServe.info/donorvibes.
(5-13-26) - LifeServe Bloodmobile Center will be holding Blood Donor Days this June. All June long, LifeServe blood donors at any mobile blood drive will get the exclusive Blood Donor Days summer t-shirt and be entered to win a weekly prize package. Those donors also register to win a pair of 4-day passes to Hinterland Music Festival, happening July 30th thru August 2nd in St. Charles, IA. You can also receive a scratch off ticket with a chance to win local gift cards and prizes. Schedule your next blood donation appointment at LifeServe.info/donorvibes.
Produce In The Park Returning to Atlantic in June -
(5-12-26) - Produce in the Park will take place in Atlantic City Park again this summer starting in June. In a press release, they state that sponsorships have helped make the weekly event possible to hire live musicians and entertainers, promote Atlantic’s year-round farmers market and hire market staff to coordinate multiple volunteers and vendors. Produce in the Park continues to accept vendor and sponsor applications for summer markets. Applications can be completed online at ProduceInTheParkAtlanticIowa.com, and printed copies are available at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce. The first Produce In The Park will be Thursday, June 4th.
(5-12-26) - Produce in the Park will take place in Atlantic City Park again this summer starting in June. In a press release, they state that sponsorships have helped make the weekly event possible to hire live musicians and entertainers, promote Atlantic’s year-round farmers market and hire market staff to coordinate multiple volunteers and vendors. Produce in the Park continues to accept vendor and sponsor applications for summer markets. Applications can be completed online at ProduceInTheParkAtlanticIowa.com, and printed copies are available at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce. The first Produce In The Park will be Thursday, June 4th.
Harlan RAGBRAI E-Bike Raffle Tickets on sale now -
(5-4-26) An exciting fundraiser is underway in Harlan. The Harlan RAGBRAI committee has launched an E-Bike Raffle, featuring a prize valued at more than $1,700. Raffle tickets are currently available for purchase at City Hall and the Harlan Theatre. Pricing is set at $5 per ticket or five tickets for $20.
(5-4-26) An exciting fundraiser is underway in Harlan. The Harlan RAGBRAI committee has launched an E-Bike Raffle, featuring a prize valued at more than $1,700. Raffle tickets are currently available for purchase at City Hall and the Harlan Theatre. Pricing is set at $5 per ticket or five tickets for $20.
Connections Area Agency on Aging Senior Farmer’s Market Voucher Distribution -
(5-1-26) - Officials with the Connections Area Agency on Aging report Farmers Market vouchers are available for seniors meeting income requirements. Vouchers can be used at participating area Farmers Markets to buy $50.00 worth of fresh, locally grown fruit, vegetables, herbs and honey. The Vouchers are valid June 1st through October 31st. Voucher availability is limited. Applications will automatically be mailed to anyone that received an application in 2025. Distribution will be on a first-come first-served basis. Only one set of vouchers per household will be allowed. Applications will automatically be sent to last year’s application recipients. Applicants must complete an application and meet eligibility criteria to receive vouchers. ONE set of vouchers per household is allowed. Voucher distribution is limited and will be based on a first-come, first-served basis Farmers Market distribution will be done by mail ONLY. If you haven’t received an application in the past, please call 800 432 9209 extension 8888. Leave your name address and phone number, and applications will be sent out if available.
(5-1-26) - Officials with the Connections Area Agency on Aging report Farmers Market vouchers are available for seniors meeting income requirements. Vouchers can be used at participating area Farmers Markets to buy $50.00 worth of fresh, locally grown fruit, vegetables, herbs and honey. The Vouchers are valid June 1st through October 31st. Voucher availability is limited. Applications will automatically be mailed to anyone that received an application in 2025. Distribution will be on a first-come first-served basis. Only one set of vouchers per household will be allowed. Applications will automatically be sent to last year’s application recipients. Applicants must complete an application and meet eligibility criteria to receive vouchers. ONE set of vouchers per household is allowed. Voucher distribution is limited and will be based on a first-come, first-served basis Farmers Market distribution will be done by mail ONLY. If you haven’t received an application in the past, please call 800 432 9209 extension 8888. Leave your name address and phone number, and applications will be sent out if available.
Volunteers are needed for the Wall That Heals -
The Wall that Heals is a program of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, a nonprofit organization authorized by the US Congress in 1980 to build the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. to honor those who served in war. In November 1996, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund unveiled The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter exact replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial designed to travel throughout the United States. The Wall is the largest traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and is the only traveling display wholly owned and operated by a non-profit organization as well as the only accompanied by a mobile Education Center. Manning is one of only 31 communities across the United States selected to host The Wall That Heals in 2026 following a competitive process. Manning is honored to have been selected to host The Wall That Heals. This volunteer-driven event will welcome volunteers and visitors from across the region. It will be located at the IKM-Manning High School. There is no cost to visit. The Wall will be escorted into Manning on July 21st. The exhibit will be set during the day on July 22nd and volunteer training will take place at 6 pm. The wall will be open and accessible to the public 24 hours a day with a Welcome Home Ceremony at 6 pm on July 23rd. A Candle Vigil will be held at dusk on July 24th and a closing ceremony will take place at about 1:45 on July 26th. Hosting the Wall That Heals is a community wide effort. From start to finish they estimate it will take roughly 200 volunteers to host. Ways to volunteer, sponsor, support and attend can be found on their website at the wall that heals manning 2026 dot com.
Vietnam Veterans who died after returning home from Vietnam eligible to be honored at The Wall That Heals exhibit in Manning -
(2-5-26) - The Wall That Heals will be on display in Manning in 2026 and as part of the exhibit, local Vietnam Veterans who died after returning home are eligible to be honored as part of the In Memory Honor Roll display. Since the Vietnam War ended, thousands of Vietnam veterans have suffered due to Agent Orange exposure, PTSD and other illnesses as a result of their service. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) believes all those who served in Vietnam should be honored and remembered for their service. The In Memory program enables the families and friends of thosewho came home and later died the opportunity to have them be forever memorialized. All veterans from Iowa honored through In Memory will have their photos and names ondisplay as part of the mobile Education Center exhibit when The Wall That Heals is in Manning. If your loved one served in Vietnam, returned home and later died – we want to be able to proudly display their name and photo in our community. We’re asking for the public’s help to identify eligible veterans and get their applications into VVMF so their veteran can be on display in Manning.There is no cost to have a veteran honored and the application process is simple. To honor a loved one, you only need to complete a short application and submit the veteran’s DD214 showing their proof of service in Vietnam, a copy of their death certificate and two photographs.
The Wall that Heals is a program of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, a nonprofit organization authorized by the US Congress in 1980 to build the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C. to honor those who served in war. In November 1996, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund unveiled The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter exact replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial designed to travel throughout the United States. The Wall is the largest traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and is the only traveling display wholly owned and operated by a non-profit organization as well as the only accompanied by a mobile Education Center. Manning is one of only 31 communities across the United States selected to host The Wall That Heals in 2026 following a competitive process. Manning is honored to have been selected to host The Wall That Heals. This volunteer-driven event will welcome volunteers and visitors from across the region. It will be located at the IKM-Manning High School. There is no cost to visit. The Wall will be escorted into Manning on July 21st. The exhibit will be set during the day on July 22nd and volunteer training will take place at 6 pm. The wall will be open and accessible to the public 24 hours a day with a Welcome Home Ceremony at 6 pm on July 23rd. A Candle Vigil will be held at dusk on July 24th and a closing ceremony will take place at about 1:45 on July 26th. Hosting the Wall That Heals is a community wide effort. From start to finish they estimate it will take roughly 200 volunteers to host. Ways to volunteer, sponsor, support and attend can be found on their website at the wall that heals manning 2026 dot com.
Vietnam Veterans who died after returning home from Vietnam eligible to be honored at The Wall That Heals exhibit in Manning -
(2-5-26) - The Wall That Heals will be on display in Manning in 2026 and as part of the exhibit, local Vietnam Veterans who died after returning home are eligible to be honored as part of the In Memory Honor Roll display. Since the Vietnam War ended, thousands of Vietnam veterans have suffered due to Agent Orange exposure, PTSD and other illnesses as a result of their service. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) believes all those who served in Vietnam should be honored and remembered for their service. The In Memory program enables the families and friends of thosewho came home and later died the opportunity to have them be forever memorialized. All veterans from Iowa honored through In Memory will have their photos and names ondisplay as part of the mobile Education Center exhibit when The Wall That Heals is in Manning. If your loved one served in Vietnam, returned home and later died – we want to be able to proudly display their name and photo in our community. We’re asking for the public’s help to identify eligible veterans and get their applications into VVMF so their veteran can be on display in Manning.There is no cost to have a veteran honored and the application process is simple. To honor a loved one, you only need to complete a short application and submit the veteran’s DD214 showing their proof of service in Vietnam, a copy of their death certificate and two photographs.
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Upcoming events -
The Harlan Community Library has opened a Free Little Food Pantry, located in the entryway of the library. Help them out by dropping off your canned and dry goods. Check out the Library Facebook page for their hours.
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.
Veterans and active military are invited to start the day with a free breakfast from 6 to 10 am, Wednesday, May 20th at Hy-Vee in Harlan. Enjoy breakfast and coffee as they celebrate America's 250th Anniversary, plus free coffee every Wednesday in May.
Upcoming Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Thursday, May 21st - 11 to 5 - Griswold Central Church of Christ
Noon to 6 - Woodbine High School
1:30 to 6 pm - Logan Community Center
Wednesday, May 27th - Noon to 6 pm - Dunlap - St. Patrick Catholic Church
LifeServe Donation Centers -
Monday, June 8th - 12:15 to 5:45 pm - 100 Medical Parkway in Denison
Thursday, June 25th - 1:30 pm to 6 pm - 200 Main Street in Westside.
Schedule your appointment by visiting lifeservebloodcenter.org or by callint 800-287-4903.
Thursday, May 21st - 11 to 5 - Griswold Central Church of Christ
Noon to 6 - Woodbine High School
1:30 to 6 pm - Logan Community Center
Wednesday, May 27th - Noon to 6 pm - Dunlap - St. Patrick Catholic Church
LifeServe Donation Centers -
Monday, June 8th - 12:15 to 5:45 pm - 100 Medical Parkway in Denison
Thursday, June 25th - 1:30 pm to 6 pm - 200 Main Street in Westside.
Schedule your appointment by visiting lifeservebloodcenter.org or by callint 800-287-4903.
The First Roar Into Harlan Car and Bike night of 2026 is Thursday night, May 21st. Join them from 6 to 9 pm on Harlan's Historic downtown Square for a great night in downtown Harlan.
Senior Health and Fitness Day will be held Wednesday, May 27th, from 9 to 10:30 am at the Petersen Family Wellness Center in Harlan. Join Myrtue Medical Center and Petersen Family Wellness Center for a morning dedicated to wellness, vitality and community. Free all-day admittance for seniors age 50 and older.
Artist Sarah Pratt, known for creating the butter cow at the Iowa State Fair will be doing a presentation and hands on butter sculpting class at the Lied Irwin Public Library on May 29th at 6:30 pm. Registration is required. Young children are welcome with an adult accompanying them.
May 31st at 2pm- Plant Swap BINGO. Bring indoor or outdoor plants you want to swap or need to divide up and come play BINGO to win new plants to take home. Loess Hills Lavender Farm will also be there to do a presentation and have lavender plants available.
The Elk Horn Pool will open on Monday, June 1st. Passes are now available for purchases in person at the city clerk's office or online. Family pool pass is $150, up to six people, $15 each, single pool pass $90. Pool hours - adult swim is from 11 to 12:30; Public swim is from 12:30 to 7 .
Relay for Life of Shelby County is scheduled for Friday, June 5th from 5 to 10 pm on the downtown Harlan Square.
Shelby County Historical Museum's Log Cabin Day will be held will be held Sunday, June7th, from 10 to 3. There will be tours of the buildings, special presentations, you can even make your own history and spend the day!
The 21st Anniversary of Art in the Park will be held Sunday, June 7th from 10 to 3 pm at Pioneer Park in Harlan. They will feature 20 arts displaying and selling their work.
The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Annual Golf Outing will be held Friday, June 12th at the Harlan Golf and Country Club. The is a 4-Person Scramble, open to all skill levels. The cost is $200 per team. Cart rental is $30/cart. Sponsorship opportunities are available.
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