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HARLAN -- Travel along south 7th St. in Harlan and you’ll see this eye-catching display at 2106 7th St. The Gotto family set up this table full of food and snacks for anyone who is in need. People are encouraged to partake, and to leave some items for others as well. Cash donations are being...
NEW YORK CITY -- I moved from Iowa to New York City in May 2001, to make a living as a professional trumpet player and teaching artist. I live in a 42-story high-rise apartment building, two blocks from the Empire State Building. I have 4-5 performances per week, mostly in New York City, New...
HARLAN -- When the request went out for help in making masks to help keep healthcare workers safe and healthy at Myrtue Medical Center, volunteers stepped up in a big way. And they are continuing to step up each day using their sewing skills to help others during this COVID-19 pandemic. “Dr...
REGIONAL -- As COVID-19 continues to disrupt the day-to-day life of Americans, local financial institutions are doing their best to protect and serve the monetary and health concerns of Shelby Countians and surrounding communities. The Harlan Newspapers contacted several area banks and our...
COUNTY -- Shelby County’s number of COVID-19 cases remains at seven, while testing continues. Myrtue Medical Center reports as of Thursday morning, April 9 that there are seven confirmed cases of coronavirus, with 53 negative cases and six pending. Myrtue Medical Center’s physician, Brian...
COUNTY -- Shelby County officials are working on making face covering masks available for all. Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry Executive Director Todd Valline said Tuesday that volunteers have been sewing masks for healthcare workers, making them available for staff at...
COUNTY -- Per the recent CDC recommendation, the Shelby County Public Health Department is strongly urging Shelby County residents to wear a facial covering when out in public. “Please cover your mouth and nose with a mask or doubled up bandana. Please use cotton fabric material for masks...
HARLAN -- Based on guidance received from Shelby County Public Health, Merrill Field will be closed indefinitely. In addition, the Harlan Community Schools says the school tennis courts and playgrounds also are closed until further notice.
STATE -- Iowa State Parks are open for day-use only. The areas of state parks that are still open include: roads and trails; lakes, rivers and streams including shorelines, boat ramps and access points; and open spaces such as grassy areas.Our highest priority is the health and well-being of...
HARLAN -- The Harlan Community Schools grab and go lunch program will not be providing service on Thursday, April 9; Friday, April 10; and Monday, April 13.
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