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November 29th

Contingency plans formed ahead of Feb. 5 vote

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 7:01pm
By
B. Adam Burke

IOWA CITY– Moving quickly to get the word out about the district-wide vote in February 2013 for a new revenue purpose statement (RPS), Iowa City Community School District (ICCSD) officials have held a press conference and informational meetings to explain the ballot move that will enable the schools to borrow up to $100 million.


Rural outdoor wedding venue granted year-long permit

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 10:28am
By
Lori Lindner

JOHNSON COUNTY– A popular outdoor wedding venue in rural Johnson County will be allowed to march on through 2013.
Mary Ellen Hill, owner of Gazebo on the Green, was granted a Conditional Use Permit to host 12 events in 2013 at her 33-acre prairie and flower garden business located south of Solon on Newport Road.


ThinkFirst! safety talk aims to reduce devastating injuries

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 10:26am
By
Chris Umscheid

NORTH LIBERTY– It only takes an instant to change a life, possibly forever.
Each year, approximately 600 Iowans are paralyzed from a spinal cord injury and another 5,000 will suffer from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to information provided by ThinkFirst Iowa, an injury prevention program based out of the Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines.


November 27th

Gloria Tedrow

Submitted by admin on Tue, 11/27/2012 - 7:31pm

Gloria Dee Tedrow, 61, of Cedar Rapids, died Monday, Nov. 19, 2012, at St. Luke’s Hospital after an extended illness. Services were held Nov. 24 at Teahen Chapel, Walford, with the Rev. Dennis Juhl presiding. Burial was in St. Joseph Cemetery.
Local survivors her son, John (Jennifer) Tedrow of Swisher.


November 14th

Saving money with ENERGY STAR CFLs and LEDs

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 12:00am

NORTH LIBERTY– We’re all looking to lower our electric bills. But what’s the cheapest, easiest way to do it? The answer is light bulbs. By changing out your old, traditional incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) in your five most-used light fixtures, you can save more than $65 each year in electricity costs. Plus, when used properly, average CFLs last about 7-10 times longer than average incandescent bulbs.
If you’re ready to give LED light bulbs a try, you’ll save a bit more on electricity, but the real benefit is in the features.


Forte Performance Dancers to host “Tip Night” Nov. 20

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 12:00am

 NORTH LIBERTY- Debut Dance Forte Performance Dancers will host “Tip Night” on Tuesday, Nov. 20, at the North Liberty Pizza Ranch.  Dancers will greet customers, bus tables, and provide information on the dance studio and upcoming performances. They will work to make it a pleasant dining experience for customers in hopes of receiving big tips to help defray the cost of dance competitions. Support the cause by eating out at the North Liberty Pizza Ranch on Nov. 20.


North Liberty SHARE taking orders for Christmas dinner packages now through Nov. 30

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 12:00am

NORTH LIBERTY– North Liberty SHARE is now taking Christmas Dinner orders. This dinner contains all the fixings for a family of six, a complete wholesome meal for $30.
Order deadline is Friday, Nov. 30. Contact Carmen Dunn at 319-626-3455 or order online at www.shareiowa.org. Pick up is Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the North Liberty Community Center.
SHARE is a monthly nonprofit food buying organization.Visit the website for other assorted food packages or call 1-800-344-1107 for details. Everyone is welcome to participate.


Blood drive to be held Nov. 17 at NL’s United Methodist

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 12:00am

NORTH LIBERTY– The North Liberty First United Methodist Church, in conjunction with the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, will host a community blood drive from 8:30 until 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, at the church fellowship hall, located at 85 N. Jones Blvd. in North Liberty.
To donate or for more information about donation, please contact Laura Bibby at 319-626-3862 or email her at dbibby6347@aol.com. Walk-ins are welcome. Make sure to bring a photo ID and eat a good breakfast within two hours of donating.


Oxford Methodist to host supper, auction Nov. 17

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 12:00am

OXFORD– The Oxford United Methodist Church will host a church supper and auction Saturday, Nov. 17, serving from 4-6:30 p.m.
Amana ham, baked potato, church made noodles, vegetables, salads, dessert and beverage will be on the menu for $8.50. The auction begins at 6:45 p.m.
Oxford United Methodist Church is located at 202 E. Main St., Oxford.


Free Thanksgiving dinner at South Slope Nov. 22

Submitted by admin on Thu, 11/15/2012 - 12:00am

NORTH LIBERTY– Several local community members and businesses have come together to sponsor a free Thanksgiving dinner this year for residents of North Liberty.
On Thanksgiving Day from noon until 4 p.m., a full Thanksgiving meal will be available for those in need at the South Slope Community Center in North Liberty.