Grundy County News
Claassen honored for 25 years of service to the county
GRUNDY CENTER – Rick L. Claassen, left, was recently honored for 25 years of service to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Department. Kirk A. Dolleslager, Grundy County Sheriff, presented Claassen with his service award.
Thornton-Lang honored for service to the county
GRUNDY CENTER – Kathleen M. Thornton-Lang, center, was recently honored for five years of service to the Grundy County Public Health Department. Grundy County Board of Supervisors Chairperson Vic H. Vandehaar and Lexie Hach, Grundy County Board of Health Chairperson presented Thornton-Lang ...
Mauer honored for 30 years of service
GRUNDY CENTER – Grundy County Engineer Gary J. Mauer, left, was recently honored for 30 years of service to Grundy County. Grundy County Supervisor for District #4 presented Mauer with his service award. Donald Schildroth, Mark’s father, was the Chairperson of the Board of Supervisors ...
Over 300 tractors feature in WHO Tractor Ride
Traffic in and around parts of Grundy, Marshall and Tama counties moved a little slower last week Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday thanks to the approximately 320 tractors — some vintage, some modern — cruising through the area as part of the 26th annual WHO Tractor Ride, sponsored by the ...
Grundy County Fair call for Open Class exhibitors
GRUNDY CENTER - Exhibitors are needed for the 2023 Open Class Show (non-livestock) at the Grundy County Fair to be held the week of July 17-22. Residence in Grundy County is not required. It is open to everyone. Classes include foods, woodworking, quilts, fine arts, textiles, clothing, ...
Every-Day Tractor Ride set for July 19
GRUNDY CENTER – The Every-Day Tractor Ride will leave from the Grundy County Fairgrounds at approximately 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 19. Pre-registration is requested by contacting the Grundy County Farm Bureau office in Grundy Center. Call 319-824-5212 to be sent a registration form or stop ...
Weber honored for 25 years of service
GRUNDY CENTER - Shawn A. Weber, left, was recently honored for 25 years of service to Grundy County. Grundy County Engineer Gary Mauer presented Weber with his service award. PHOTO COURTESY RHONDA R. DETERS, GRUNDY CO. AUDITOR
Grundy Co. food pantry seeks donations
Grundy County – Families in Grundy County are increasingly in need of food. The number of families using the Food Pantry is up by 21% over the first three months of the year. In addition, donations are down by 37%. In response, the Pantry is putting out a call to individuals and ...
Event Postponed: Local soil health event to feature Reinbeck farmer Jack Boyer
June 2 update: This event has been postponed following the passing of featured speaker Dave Brandt. At this time organizers are still scheduling a replacement keynote speaker. Please watch the Sun Courier for updated information. The Tama and Black Hawk Soil & Water Conservation ...