Once known as a great landscape plant that was used in the late 70's and 80's; the honeysuckle has transformed into a natural resource nightmare. Utilizing the outdoors for pleasure and for work over the last few years has caused me to realize we have a huge problem on our hands.Like many of ...
New at the library this week:Non-fiction: The Book of Joy by the Dalai Lama XIV and Desmond Tutu, Wonderland by Steven Johnson, Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle Melton, All the Gallant Men by Donald Stratton.Audio books on CD: The Whistler by John Grisham, and Two by Two by Nicholas Sparks.DVD: ...
10 YEARS AGO2006Ninety workers detained in Marshalltown Swift raid.Jr. Grundy Center Development Alliance appoint new board.Andie Nichols, CPC case manager, received her five year service award.6th graders students hosted a wax museum for other students from other grades. The subject of the ...
I had a very memorable fall. This fall, I got to report a couple of exciting sightings (or hearings) of barred owls and pileated woodpeckers. But no successful big buck down reports. That's because early on, I got a look at a giant by my standards. In fact, a giant but just about any ...
Kids attending story time on Dec. 6 were read to by Santa Claus. Look at our facebook page for pictures. The next story time will be held on Tuesday, December 20 at 10:00. Robyn Plocher will do the program.New materials at the library this week:Nonfiction: The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel ...
Q: Why are you working to ensure certain types of hearingaids are available over the counter? A: Throughout my public service, I make it a number one priority to listen to the people of Iowa. Representative government is a two-way street and it’s my job to make sure government works for ...
I had a very memorable fall. This fall, I got to report a couple of exciting sightings (or hearings) of Barred Owls and Pileated Woodpeckers. But no successful big buck down reports. That’s because early on, I got a look at a giant by my standards. In fact, a giant but just about any ...
‘Tis the season - to shop for gifts for friends, family and others who deserve a wrapped present as defined by the rules of political correctness. We all long to find the perfect gift, even though there is no such thing. Some choices are much better than others, however, so I’m here today ...
Christmas Musings Recently we celebrated the birth of a granddaughter. While our daughter Andrea and her husband Matt were getting themselves organized for their new addition Grandma and Grandpa were asked to watch their son, our grandson Nolan. Nolan is an active three-year-old; keeping pace ...
10 YEARS AGODEC. 14, 2006City revises cellular phone rule policies.Dan Mohlis named new Reinbeck Fire Chief.Edward Neessen, 42, is charged with a deadly assault on Cinda LaRue, 42, Grundy Center, who later died of her injuries.Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Fogt celebrated their 50th wedding ...