Archive for April, 2011
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 2:00 pm
Will Prather, Charlotte Shivvers, and Peggy Terpstra talk with Dr. Bob Leonard about their efforts to learn more and teach others about the history of rural Marion County. Look for new signage on historic sites soon!
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Keywords: Rural History Buffs
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 1:00 pm
Prescription drug abuse is a large issue across the county that has continued to grow for decades. On today’s Let’s Talk Knoxville, Samantha Smith sits down with Marion County Sheriff Ron Goemaat to discuss the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day event coming up tomorrow at the law enforcement center.
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Keywords: Drug Drop Off, Ron Goemaat
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 1:00 pm
Pella Schools Director of Curriculum Lowell Ernst discusses the possibility of a new technology program at Pella Community Schools.
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Keywords: 1 to 1 Laptop, Lowell Ernst, Pella Community Schools
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 12:52 pm
Title: Tulip Time Quilt Show
Location: Pella
Description: The Tulip Time Quilt Show will be at the Pella Opera House Wednesday-Saturday from 9am-6pm each day. Over 100 quilts will be on display. Raffle quilts and quilted items will be for sale.
Start Date: 2011-05-04
End Date: 2011-05-07
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:45 am
FREE: mulch…please call 641-891-5554
Keywords: mulch
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:45 am
FOR SALE: W2 45 Allis Chalmers Tractor and a central AC…please call 641-218-4086.
Keywords: Tractor
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:43 am
FOR SALE: dutch costumes…please call 641-628-8555.
Keywords: Dutch Costumes
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:40 am
FOR SALE: ribbon grass…please call 641-891-8587.
Keywords: ribbon grass
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:39 am
FOR SALE: Retro rocking couch…please call 641-842-4784.
Keywords: Couch
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:38 am
5 piece patio set for $300, oak/glass enclosed quilt rack…please call 641-295-2301.
Keywords: Patio Set
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 10:35 am
FOR SALE: 2008 Foton Tractor 82 horsepower…please call 641-891-2480.
Keywords: Tractor
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 9:24 am
Birthday Winner: Rod Lanser
Anniversary Winner: Deb and Cliff DeJong
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:30 am
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Friday is Arbor Day, a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care.
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Keywords: Arbor Day, Dale Miller, Marion County Extension Office
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:29 am
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With tens of thousands of visitors expected for next week’s Tulip Time festival, local law enforcement will be on alert and available.
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Keywords: Iowa State Patrol, Marion County Sheriff's Office, Pella Police Department, Tulip Time
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:28 am
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The Knoxville School District received five bids for the sale of bonds this week thanks to their A+ rating.
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Keywords: Dr. Randy Flack, Knoxville School District, Piper Jaffray, Travis Squires
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:27 am
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Central College has announced the commencement speaker for this spring’s graduation exercises.
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Keywords: central college, Commencement, Dr. Tom Boat, Graduation
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:26 am
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A capella music fans are encouraged to take advantage of a pre-sale opportunity Friday before tickets for a big summer concert go on sale to the public.
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Keywords: Peace Tree Brewing Company, presale, Street Corner Symphony
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:25 am
The annual Dutch Baking Contest held during Tulip Time will be just a bit different this year.
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Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:24 am
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After more than five years of service, today is Knoxville City Manager Dick Schrad’s official last day in the position.
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Keywords: Dick Schrad, retirement
Posted: Friday, April 29th, 2011 at 6:23 am
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After two previous delays, the Pella Exploring Near Space balloon launch will attempt launch next Tuesday at Madison Elementary.
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