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HARLAN – This weekend marks the 15th annual Harvest Fest in historic downtown Harlan, under the exciting theme The Land of Fairytales. Saturday, Oct. 29 will be a fun-filled day of activities for the entire family, complete with everything from a parade, wagon rides and kids games to a...
DEFIANCE – The City of Defiance is seeking title to an abandoned property within the city limits through means of a lawsuit filed in Shelby County District Court. The city has filed a petition for title to abandoned property against defendants David John Schaben, the State of Iowa, Shelby...
COUNTY – Early voting in Shelby County for the Tuesday, Nov. 8 general election is currently under way, and local officials said they are ready for anyone to cast ballots either by absentee ballot or by just stopping by the courthouse in Harlan to cast votes. Shelby County Auditor and...
COUNTY – Bob Cook, commander, Harlan American Legion Post #150, has lived all over the world, but says nothing compares to the American spirit shown right here in Shelby County, Iowa. “This is the most patriotic place I’ve been,” he said. That’s why it’s so important to he and other...
Students and faculty celebrated the week learning the six pillars of character: Trustworthiness; Respect; Responsibility; Fairness; Caring; and Citizenship.
HARLAN – There are new guidelines involving the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Leanne Travis, HCHS Guidance Counselor, said all parents of college-aged students should be aware of the changes. This year is the first time applicants can use information...
COUNTY – Beer enthusiasts get ready for a great event this weekend. The 2nd Annual International Beer Festival is being held Saturday, Oct. 22, from 6- 9 p.m. at the St. Boniface Parish Center in Westphalia. This year’s event will include beer sampling, the Taste of Shelby County Appetizer...
COUNTY – The Iowa Community Kitchen in Harlan continues to grow this year, adding a new service that is sure to be welcomed for those who wish to have a fresh hot meal every Tuesday of the month. The community kitchen has partnered with Southwest Iowa Transit to provide free bus service to and...
HARLAN -- The City of Harlan is in need of a tree to be donated and used as the official Shelby County Christmas Tree this year. Anyone with a suitable tree they are willing to donate is asked to contact city hall at 755-5137. The tree can be removed from the property by city employees and...
HARLAN -- The Harlan Community Intermediate and Primary Schools are celebrating Character Counts Week this week, focusing on the six pillars of character: Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Trustworthiness, Caring and Citizenship. It’s National Character Counts Week, and the highlight of...
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