Linn County Fair features Terri Clark, Arch Allies, and More
June is an exciting month for Linn County residents. It’s not just the warmer weather and vacations – it’s also the smell of popcorn, the thrill of the rides, and the fun and entertain…
Golden Acorn Hunt provides outdoor summer fun
Something golden is hiding in Linn County Parks and you’re invited to find it. This June and July, Linn County Conservation is launching a new summer series — the Golden Acorn Hunt. Ea…
Woods Shed expands Coggon Library
By Stewart Warren There’s a new place to have fun at the Coggon Public Library. It’s the Woods Shed, an outdoor pavilion for activities at the facility, 202 E. Main St., Coggon. A…
Employee logs 50 years at Hogue Auctioneering
By Stewart Warren A lot has changed since 1976. But during the past 50 years, one thing has remained the same at Hogue Auctioneering in Coggon: Judy Faust. She’s worked for the busine…
There's plenty of horsepower in old-fashioned transportation
By Stewart Warren The clip-clop of hooves has become the soundtrack to a business built on tradition. And Blue Moon Carriage Rides is a labor of love for Joann Carnahan. The 54-ye…
Runners Take Center Stage June 7 in First-Ever CR Marathon
By Cindy Petersen The Cedar Rapids Marathon, which will be held June 6-7, is the first for the second largest city in Iowa. According to Cedar Rapids Marathon Weekend spokesperson, Lar…
Wickiup Hill Offers Summer Outdoor Fun
Fridays are special at Wickiup Hill, 10260 Morris Hills Road, in Toddville. The facility offers fun, family-friendly events at Linn County parks. Participants will meet on Fridays from…
Preserving Mental Health in a Crisis
By Stewart Warren Two groups soon will be working together to provide help during difficult times. Jones County Sheriff Greg Graver and Foundation 2 Crisis Services have a new partner…
Center Point's Summer Tradition Returns
By Stewart Warren Pork Days are back! Center Point’s beloved beginning to summer will run on Friday and Saturday, and everyone is invited to the festivities at Fross Park, 1501 Ma…
Enrollment for Youth Soccer Camp Available Online
Soccer classes will be offered this year to 3–5-year-olds at Fross Park in Center Point, June 22 – June 25 from 5-6 pm. Cost for the camp is $30. The deadline to register is June 18. T…
Cancer Center Teams Up with CR Kernels to Celebrate Prostate Cancer Survivors
CEDAR RAPIDS – Mercy Urology Clinic and Hall-Perrine Cancer Center are partnering with the Cedar Rapids Kernels to honor prostate cancer survivors and raise awareness about the disease…
Knowing the Election Process Makes Voting Less Intimidating
Although most adults have voted at some time in their lives, many still don’t know, or understand, the election process. June 2 is the Iowa Primary, when voters will choose Democratic…
Center Point Heights Welcomes You
By Stewart Warren Center Point Heights is a wonderful place to live. The one-story building has two-bedroom, one-bedroom and studio apartments with a lovely front porch, a perfect plac…
Center Point-Urbana Community School District Breaks Ground May 28
Center Point, IA - Center Point Urbana Community School District will be holding a groundbreaking on Thursday, May 28 at 10 am at the CPU Middle School to kick off several projects. T…
Coggon Opera House Plays the Blues
By Stewart Warren For one night, the Coggon Opera House is turning into the Coggon House of Blues. At 6 p.m. on June 20, two bands will rock the place: KAT Blue & The True Believe…