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AVOCA – The City of Avoca is moving forward with full implementation of its Noise Camera Program to address excessive engine brake noise along Highway 59. The decision follows a successful spring pilot project.City officials say the initiative is designed to improve residents’ quality of life while...
The Twelfth Annual Southwest Iowa Art Tour is scheduled for September 20 and 21 with sneak peaks available at limited locations on Friday, September 19. This year, Mi Casa Restaurant, located just off the downtown Harlan square at 512 Market St. is one of the stops in Southwest Iowa to see work...
MANNING — The City of Manning is celebrating a major win for its future: a $1.75 million grant from the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s (IEDA) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Comprehensive Neighborhood Revitalization Program. For this rural community of just under 1,500 residents,...
AREA —Due to the efforts of its customers and member communities, Regional Water announced that it has downgraded the “Level Red” advisory to “Level Yellow”, the next lower conservation level of its Emergency Water Conservation Plan.General Manager Tom Kallman stated that the measure was taken due...
HARLAN — Harlan FFA members traveled to the 97th Iowa State FFA Leadership Conference in Ames on April 13-15 to compete and participate in various events. Over 7,000 FFA members, advisors and guests from across Iowa gathered for the 97th Iowa FFA Leadership Conference, making it a record setting...
SHELBY COUNTY — Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig visited Southwest Iowa March 28 as part of Iowa Ag Week and his annual visits to every county in Iowa. Naig spent the morning in Shelby County, visiting farm, impacted by severe weather last April. Naig was amazed at the progress, however, he...
HARLAN — The Iowa Department of Education publicly released the graduation and dropout rates for the graduating class of 2024 Monday, March 31. Harlan Community School District (HCSD) continues to demonstrate strong academic performance, with graduation rates exceeding state averages and dropout...
SHELBY COUNTY — A Public Safety Project Committee has been formed to discuss the future of the Shelby County Jail. Jail Administrator Kyle Lindberg discussed the need for the committee at the Shelby County Board of Supervisors and the Harlan City Council meetings Tuesday, April 1. Lindberg said...
ELK HORN — In collaboration with Seelman Landscape Architecture and Jensen Ecology, the Museum of Danish America is excited to announce the launch of its comprehensive Campus Master Plan, a visionary initiative aimed at enhancing the museum’s 35-acre campus and enriching visitor experiences. This...
HARLAN—The Harlan Community School District Board of Education held their regular board meeting along with two hearings, one for the budget and a second for the 2025-26 calendar, March 24. Board President Greg Bladt called the hearing to order, and a quorum was established with members Jade...
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