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Randy and Jean Feldman, Sandwich Bowl owners, got permission from the city to add a temporary drive-up window on the back side (east alley) for his take-out customers.“This way,” Feldman said, “customers don’t enter the building which protects our help, yet makes it easy for our customers to get...
HARLAN - Another annual local event has been canceled due to concerns over COVID-19 and how long it will impact the State and tourism. According to Sarah McDonald, executive director, “The Shelby County Historical Museum has reached the difficult decision to cancel this years Log Cabin Day...
First Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Shelby County
A case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Shelby County. According to the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), the individual is self-isolating at home.
“We encourage all residents to continue to make prevention a priority,”...
"To the citizens of Harlan, The health, safety and welfare of you all has been at the forefront of community leaders' decision-making regarding operational procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic. From a community-wide standpoint, I urge you to heed the advice and directives from Governor...
HARLAN -- They are patiently waiting the day when visitors can return, but for now the use of technology to connect residents at Elm Crest Retirement Community in Harlan with their families is bringing big smiles to residents and their loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic. Because...
COUNTY -- It’s apparent that Shelby Countians are taking the COVID-19 pandemic seriously, and are doing everything correctly to stop the spread of the coronavirus should it eventually show here locally. As of Thursday morning, there still are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Shelby County,...
STATE -- The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) learned Tuesday of the first death associated with novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The individual was an older adult, 61-80 years of age, and a resident of Dubuque County. “Our hearts are heavy with the first loss of an Iowan to COVID-19....
NATION -- The federal government has delayed requirements that all Americans obtain a Real ID to travel, citing the COVID-19 pandemic. The deadline had been October 1, 2020. The law requires people to have the Real ID in order to board planes, enter federal buildings or gain access to...
COUNTY – On March 20, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced the temporary suspension of penalties and interest for delayed property tax payments until April 16, 2020. Taxes will still be marked delinquent if they are not paid by March 31, but late interest and penalty on property tax payments...
COUNTY – The primary election still will be held June 2, but local and state officials are urging voters to consider absentee ballots this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Shelby County Auditor and Elections Commissioner Mark Maxwell said this week Secretary of State Paul Pate issued a...
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