Dust off your denim for Springville’s 90s Rewind Gala
By Liv Dennis Dust off your denim and grab your slap bracelets because the Springville Parks Board is bringing back the ‘90s for a night of fun and fundraising. Springville’s Parks & R…
County extension offers free private well water program
County extension offers free private well water program Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Jones County will host a free, one-hour learning session for private well owner…
Science of Parenting team hosts free virtual workshops for caregivers
Science of Parenting team hosts free virtual workshops for caregivers Research conducted by Zero to Three in 2016 found that parents need and want information and support. About 80% …
ISU Extension offers hands-on drone training for producers
ISU Extension offers hands-on drone training for producers Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in collaboration with the ISU Digital Ag Innovation Lab, will host a Beginner…
Local Easter activities
Editor's note: Updated March 18, 2026. If you would like to add an Easter event or church service, email laura@nelsonmediacompany.com. Local Easter activities Saturday, March 28 • A…
Community foundation awards largest endowment grants ever
Community foundation awards largest endowment grants ever Nonprofits across Jones County are receiving critical funding this month thanks to more than $161,000 in grants from the e…
JRMC recognized among nation’s Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals
JRMC recognized among nation’s Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center (JRMC) has been recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hosp…
Catholic canon lawyer to discuss parish rights amid ‘Journey in Faith’ planning
Catholic canon lawyer to discuss parish rights amid ‘Journey in Faith’ planning MANCHESTER Catholics and members of the public are invited to attend a presentation on Canon Law by Ph…
Jones County Cattlemen honor Crock, award scholarships at annual banquet
Jones County Cattlemen honor Crock, award scholarships at annual banquet By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com Area cattle producers gathered March 14 to celebrate the lo…
Council hears proposed subdivisions to target Anamosa housing gap
Council hears proposed subdivisions to target Anamosa housing gap By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com The Anamosa City Council heard a presentation on two proposed hous…
Emerald Run 5K results announced
Emerald Run 5K results announced Over a hundred runners competed in chilly, cloudy conditions during the Emerald Run 5K on March 14 at Wapsipinicon State Park, where temperatures …
Council tables decision on downtown parking lot closure for façade project staging
Council tables decision on downtown parking lot closure for façade project staging By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com The Anamosa City Council has postponed a decision…
Fidelity Bank & Trust invests $15,000 to Cultivate Anamosa Campaign
Fidelity Bank & Trust invests $15,000 to Cultivate Anamosa Campaign Fidelity Bank & Trust recently contributed $15,000 to the Anamosa Community Foundation’s Cultivate Anamosa Campa…
Anamosa P.E.O. to host 13th Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser
Anamosa P.E.O. to host 13th Annual Spring Tea Fundraiser The Anamosa P.E.O. Chapter will hold its 13th annual Spring Tea fundraiser on Saturday, April 11, at Fawn Creek Country Clu…
Annual Celebration of Agriculture returns March 25
Annual Celebration of Agriculture returns March 25 CEDAR RAPIDS Nearly 650 people are expected to attend the 38th annual Celebration of Agriculture on March 25 at the DoubleTree …
Volunteer counselors needed to help Iowans navigate Medicare
Volunteer counselors needed to help Iowans navigate Medicare Residents interested in helping others understand Medicare and related health insurance programs are encouraged to vol…