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Full Details of Nuneaton Veterans' D-Day Landings Parade This Weekend

Memorial Day · Garner

Full Details of Nuneaton Veterans' D-Day Landings Parade This Weekend

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It is held every year at a special memorial in Riversley Park See the Story

Britt City Council addresses dogs running loose Issues

Britt City Council addresses dogs running loose Issues

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BRITT - At their June 3 meeting, the Britt City Council discussed the issue of dogs and cats running loose. Current city ordinances list a $25 fine for the first offense, $50 for a second offense and $100 for third offense within 12 months. “The last time I was here I talked about using municipal infractions, because the City of Britt has a real dog problem,” said City Attorney Earl Hill. On a question from Mayor Jim Nelson about cats running l…Read Article

County board to identify and investigate troubling Duncan properties

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County board to identify and investigate troubling Duncan properties

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Following the previous public forum at last week’s board of supervisors meeting, the people of Duncan returned for the June 2 board meeting to continue discussion about enforcing county nuisance laws on certain properties. County attorney Rachel Martinez was present this time to provide legal guidance to both the board and Duncan. Zoning director Andy Buffington was also present with new information. Each of the supervisors also took time to vis…Read Article

“Red, White, Blue, and You!” Republican event features prospective candidates

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US Senate candidate Jim Carlin (left) and US Congressional candidate Lynn Evans (right) shake hands at the Hancock County fairgrounds before Carlin went up to speak at the event. Ben Hassebroek | The Leader Republicans in the county area gathered inside the Three Seasons Building at the Hancock County fairgrounds for an event titled “Red, White, Blue, and You,” where Republican members of the House and Senate were able to speak aboSenate · Garner Read Article

Thanking veterans with the Red, White & Blue

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BRITT - For Jean Perkins of Britt, thanking and honoring veterans isn't just for Memorial Day in May or Veterans Day in November. It's a year-long mission.Memorial Day · Garner Read Article

Kanawha City Council to Meet Tuesday

The Kanawha City Council will meet on Tuesday beginning at 6pm. Councilmembers will be briefed with reports from the mayor, the clerk, and the public works department. The council will then discuss and possible water and sewer rate increases of 1.5%. The council will consider paying down the police car loan at the end of June while also reviewing possible police coverage for the city. The council will look to accept the resignation of Councilwom…Kanawha · Kanawha Read Article

Hancock County supervisors pass damages agreement, permit for BMC hauling

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Hancock County supervisors on June 2 approved a haul road damages agreement and permit for BMC Aggregates L.C. (BMC).Hancock County · Hancock County Read Article

Hancock County Announces Road Closure

The Hancock County Road Department has announced that there will be a road closure which drivers should be aware of. The Hancock County Crew will be replacing a few culverts on 130th Street between Crane Ave. and Deer Ave. The road will be closed for 4 days pending weather. The project will begin on June 2nd and continue until June 5th if the weather allows.Hancock County · Hancock County Read Article

Seven-fifty stand up for coach Sonius at West Hancock school board meeting

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BRITT - The elementary cafeteria was filled to the brim on the evening of May 19 as dozens of members of the West Hancock community and several student athletes rallied at the school board meeting to request the reinstatement of high school girls basketball coach Paul Sonius to his coaching position.Garner · Garner Read Article

Lauren Hammitt Named Director of Garner Community Christian Child Care

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GARNER - Garner Community Christian Child Care (GC4) announced that Lauren Hammitt will become the new Director of the center. She is an 8-year veteran of the organization who has been serving as Interim Director since February. The selection of Hammitt for the role was unanimously approved by the GC4 Board of Directors. Previously, Hammitt worked as the Center’s Lead Infant Teacher.Garner · Garner Read Article

Eugene Galen “Hoot” Berhow

Eugene Galen “Hoot” Berhow, 78, of Britt, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025 at Westview Care Center in Britt. A memorial graveside service with military honors will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Evergreen Cemetery in Britt. www.ewingfh.com Ewing Funeral Home 178 Center Street West Britt, Iowa, 50525 641-843-3839Britt · Britt Read Article

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