I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving and I hope that none of the good cooks in the area were put to too much of a disadvantage when the power went out about 11:30. I’m sure there was a lot of cussing when that happens right before everyone was finishing up cooking the big meal. Jo and I ...
In all, there are 18 boys and girls in our Pack and Troop. Thank you to the adults who have stepped up to help and to Peace Church as our Chartering Organization. We have hit the scouting trail running! These first few months have been getting acquainted with the Scouting principles by ...
Gladbrook's 23rd annual tree lighting was held on Wed., Nov. 20th. It was a beautiful warm November night. We believe this was the largest crowd we have ever had for a tree lighting, so that was exciting. Young and old alike really enjoyed the Frozen theme.The upper level of the City Center was ...
Kids’ Christmas Shopping Day is right around the corner. On Saturday, Dec. 14, our hometown folks will once again open the doors of Gladbrook’s Christmas Store, and also open their hearts a little bit wider to share their love with the children and families in our community. We hope you ...
The Gladbrook Public Library would like to take this opportunity to give a big Shout Out to the many, many community members that took a part in this year’s Haunted House!!!! Without the help of of all of you, this could never happen! A Big Thank You too, to the nearly 300 people that came ...
The Gladbrook Auxiliary members met on Nov. 15th and made popcorn balls for the Santa Sacks. The group made 400 balls. Karen Pieper made caramel corn for the Westbrook Acres Santa Sacks. The Santa Sacks are handed out at the Gladbrook Tree Lighting by Santa Claus in the Festival of Trees on ...
Tama County District Court Before Judge Ian K. Thornhill in Tama County District Court in Toledo: Timothy John Bullard, 41, rural Tama, admitted violation of terms of probation. His probation on a charge of failure to comply with sex offender registry requirements, 2nd or subsequent ...
On Monday the Tama County Board of Supervisors approved a measure to consolidate mental health and disability services under one employer blanket. Tama County services will continue to be provided through an office in Toledo. The local office is located at 211 West State Street. The change is ...
The Gladbrook American Legion Auxiliary hosted at Veterans Day Supper on Nov. 11th. It is suich a special day for our veterans as we thank them for their service to our country. Special guest attending were Dept. Commander Jim Kessler, 3rd District Commander Dan Huntley, and Tama County ...
Letter to the Editor: Thank you. Thank you for exercising your right to vote in the election last week here in Gladbrook. It is so important not to neglect this privilege and honor those in our past who have made this possible. Congratulations to our re-elected City Council members and thank ...