Plans are being made to hold the annual Leon 4th of July parade on Saturday, July 4 beginning normal time at 4:00 p.m.Leon Chamber has chosen this year’s theme as “United We…
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Quiet on the Rodeo Homefront this Year
During this pandemic several tough decisions and sacrifices have been made.These decisions are based on the information known about COVID-19 and how easily the virus spreads throughout a community and can lead…
No Pleasanton Parade Celebration this Year
For the first time in a quite a number of years, the Pleasanton Fourth of July Celebration will not be held this year.This year would have marked the 163rd year of the…
Last Televised Press Conference by Governor Reynolds
On Thursday, June 18, Governor Kim Reynolds reported that was the last televised press conference. The week of June 22, she will return to her normal schedule with 1 press conference each…
Celebrate With a Plan
The last few months have brought incredible challenges for our communities. As our nation begins to reopen, many Americans will be eager to celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends….
6 Active Cases in County
As of a press release dated June 11, The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Decatur County Public Health have identified 7 total confirmed cases in Decastur County. One has fully…
Courthouse Offices and City Hall Continue “Open by Appointment” Status
The Decatur County Courthouse continues “only open to public by appointment” policy until further notice.It was the hope of the Board of Supervisors that the facility could reopen fully on June 8….
Iowa State Fair Board Votes to Postpone 2020 Iowa State Fair to 2021
Options for 4-H and FFA youth livestock shows are under reviewAs of a vote taken on Wednesday, June 10, the Iowa State Fair Board, the governing body who oversees the Iowa State…
Decatur County Fair Plans Change for 2020, Youth Events to Continue With New Format
Due to the ongoing building and grounds capacity limits, social distancing restrictions, public health guidelines, and additional precautions put in place, the Decatur County Fair Board made the tough decision to cancel…
Bell and Howell Hired, Few Move into new Rolls
Not only did this year’s senior class not get to finish out their school year in proper form due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the annual Central Decatur staff recognition was not…