Archive - 2011

NORTH LIBERTY– Sometimes, families need a little help.
Other times, that little bit of help may be all that gets them through.
Since 1985, the North Liberty Community Food and Clothing Pantry has served as a bridge to carry people from struggles to sustenance, possibly the difference between going hungry and the ability to keep going. It began, literally, in a closet at the North Liberty United Methodist Church, as a response to requests from about 15 to 20 families in need of food and clothing.

NORTH LIBERTY– “It blows out here even when the wind isn’t blowing,” said North Bend Elementary Principal Brenda Parker as she looked toward the expanse north and west of the Clear Creek Amana school in North Liberty. In the winter, strong northwest winds buffet the school building and often fill the faculty parking lot with snow.
But, thanks to a unique partnership and a little effort on the part of the students and staff, relief should be coming within the next few years.

A strong regional performance is one thing. Solon not only moves up to Class 3A this season, but has to battle seven other regional champions, as well as the rest of the field for points at State. Tops in the field may be Dubuque Wahlert. Mount Vernon-Lisbon is the defending Class 3A champ, though Solon has beaten them a couple of times. “They have some of the top individuals and relays; they can count on scoring high. They have the experienced runners that are used to being there,” noted Solon Coach Brent Sands.

SOLON– The Solon boys’ golf team grabbed the WaMaC East Division title on May 2, edging the competition by four strokes at the WaMaC Divisional Tournament held at Lake Macbride Golf Course.
The win for the Spartans comes after a frustrating week of play that involved four meets.

SOLON– Solon’s Lady Spartan soccer team picked up three home wins last week.