Search leads to discovery of CR woman in area creek
A search by several area authorities led to the discovery of a Cedar Rapids woman, who was pronounced dead in an area creek. In a press release from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, the office...
View ArticleGuidelines on Ebola protection
With the Ebola virus drawing concerns in the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have distributed informational briefs for the public. “Ebola is a serious virus that can...
View ArticleAgenda set for Belle Plaine Council on Oct. 20
Belle Plaine City Council Meeting City Hall – Council Chambers Monday October 20, 2014 @ 6:00 pm Tentative Schedule Call to order Roll Call Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Consent Agenda- Council...
View ArticleObituary: Robert G. Roese
KEYSTONE – Robert G. Roese, 89, died Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014, at the Keystone Nursing Care Center, where he had been a resident since 2012. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday,...
View ArticleBREAKING NEWS – MPC saddened by death of publisher Diane Goodlow
The Marengo Publishing Corporation family is saddened to note our publisher Diane Goodlow passed away this morning, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2014. Our thoughts and prayers are with Diane’s family and loved...
View ArticleMUSEUM: Pumpkin pancake breakfast is Sunday in Belle Plaine
The annual Pumpkin Pancake Breakfast, sponsored by the Belle Plaine Historical Society/BPA Museum, will be held Sunday, October 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Masonic Hall (8th Ave. & 11th St.)....
View ArticleBenton County Sheriff: Scam Alert
The Benton County Sheriff’s office has received three reports of attempted scams in the Vinton area today. Calls are being received stating that they have placed second in the Publisher Clearing House...
View ArticleBelle Plaine Council plans emergency meeting
Belle Plaine City Council Emergency/Special Meeting City Hall – Council Chambers Friday October 24, 2014 @ 7:00 am Tentative Schedule 1. Call to order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4....
View ArticleOBITUARY: Terry L. Rieck
CEDAR RAPIDS – Terry L. Rieck, Cedar Rapids and formerly of Luzerne, died at the Mercy Medical Center on Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2014, after an extended illness. Terry Rieck was born Oct. 27, 1944, in Belle...
View ArticleCity Council Roundup: Atkins, Oct. 20, 2014
Atkins City Council October 20, 2014 Atkins, Iowa Council met in regular session. Members present were: Weston Bishop, Connie Drahos, Kevin Korsmo, Diane Herman, and Tim Harbach. Absent: Mayor...
View ArticleBP COUNCIL: City looks for more parking for Main Street tenants
By JIM MAGDEFRAU Star Press Union editor More parking. With the renovation of Main Street in Belle Plaine came fewer parking spots for residents who live in apartments on the second story of Main...
View ArticleMPC general manager remembered as advocate for weekly newspapers
By MELINDA WICHMANN mwichman@registermedia.com Leader. Advocate. Friend. Diane Goodlow was more than a boss and her sudden passing has left colleagues in three counties reflecting on the impact she had...
View ArticleOBITUARY: Heather Sue Lukes
Funeral services for Heather Sue Lukes, 38, of West Amana, are Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, at Hrabak Funeral Home, Belle Plaine, with the Rev. Jim Davis of Victor Methodist Church officiating. Burial will...
View ArticleOBITUARY: The Rev. Jack J. Andrews
BELLE PLAINE – The Rev. Jack J. Andrews, 72, Belle Plaine, died Wednesday, Oct 22, 2014, at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy, with an ongoing battle of cancer. Celebration of Life...
View ArticleOBITUARY: Rick “Rocket” Jurgens
KEYSTONE – Rick “Rocket” Jurgens, 53, died Thursday, October 23, 2014 at his residence following a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 27, 2014 at...
View ArticleOBITUARIES: Delmer D. Mehlert
Delmer D. Mehlert, 77, Hiawatha (formerly of Belle Plaine), passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014 at his home. Delmer was a member of Noelridge Christian Church. Services are 1...
View ArticleIOWA POSTSEASON FOOTBALL — First-round pairings
Note: All games are at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Class 3A * Newton at Clear Creek Amana. Class 2A • PCM of Monroe at Williamsburg. Class A • Belle Plaine at Van Buren • Edgewood-Colesburg at BGM •...
View ArticleSour Grapes, Oct. 22 and 29
Back in shape Preemptive action. The first sign of cold outside leads to a period of dormancy. That’s a fancy term for lazy. No more mile walks to the store for food. And I’m pretty sure the calories...
View ArticleChange order approved for Hanson Building project
Council votes, 3-2, to proceed with rehab project on Main Street By JIM MAGDEFRAU Star Press Union editor BELLE PLAINE – It took a special meeting and considerable discussion, but the second change...
View ArticleBELLE PLAINE MAYOR’S NEWSLETTER – NOVEMBER
November update FROM THE DESK OF THE MAYOR Dear Citizens of Belle Plaine: “Yes the Unity Point Clinic will be moving out of the city-owned medical center. Ignore all the rumors and wait until the...
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