Restoration project underway at historic Center Point Depot
Submitted Photo Renovations have begun to repair the doors and stucco of the 1914 Interurban depot in Center Point. The building, which is situated along the Cedar Valley Nature Tr…
Local students honored for Academic Excellence at Governor’s Scholar Ceremony
Local students honored for Academic Excellence at Governor’s Scholar Ceremony In a prestigious event celebrating academic achievement, four local seniors were recognized by Governo…
Highway 13 closure near Central City requires alternative routes starting May 5
Highway 13 closure near Central City requires alternative routes starting May 5 By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com Drivers using Iowa Highway 13 should be prepared fo…
Linn County adopts Fiscal Year 2026 Budget
Linn County adopts Fiscal Year 2026 Budget The Linn County Board of Supervisors today unanimously approved a balanced budget for fiscal year 2026 following five months of public me…
Trivia Titans Clash: Alburnett Lions Club holds ninth annual Trivia Night
Trivia Titans Clash: Alburnett Lions Club holds ninth annual Trivia Night The Alburnett Lions Club hosted its annual Trivia Night April 12. The night was full of success, hosting 2…
Building destroyed in fire at Pinicon Ridge Park
Building destroyed in fire at Pinicon Ridge Park A building at Pinicon Ridge Park was destroyed by fire during the late night of April 25. According to the Linn County Sheriff's…
Center Point-Urbana FFA shines at Iowa FFA State Leadership Conference
Center Point-Urbana FFA shines at Iowa FFA State Leadership Conference AMES The Center Point-Urbana FFA Chapter proudly represented their school and community at the 97th Iowa FFA St…
Alburnett veteran among 2025 Tribute to Heroes honorees at Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival
Alburnett veteran among 2025 Tribute to Heroes honorees at Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival has annou…
County tobacco retailers pass compliance check
County tobacco retailers pass compliance check The Linn County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division's Iowa Pledge program, conducted tobacc…
Halac named the next CPU activities director
Halac named the next CPU activities director The Center Point-Urbana Community School District has announced the appointment of Mike Halac as the new activities director (AD), pend…
Linn County Supervisor Chair to deliver State of the County Address
Linn County Supervisor Chair to deliver State of the County Address Linn County Supervisor Chair Brandy Z. Meisheid will present the 2025 State of the County address on Thursday, M…
REAL ID requirements begin May 7
REAL ID requirements begin May 7 By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com Starting May 7, travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or identification card, o…
From vision to reality: CPU FFA Greenhouse Project celebrates groundbreaking
From vision to reality: CPU FFA Greenhouse Project celebrates groundbreaking By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacomany.com The Center Point-Urbana (CPU) FFA Chapter is “Growing F…
PHOTO GALLERY: Alburnett Seniors acquire essential life-saving skills during CPR training
Alburnett Seniors acquire essential life-saving skills during CPR training Annual event prepares students for medical and fire emergencies By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany…
Prairieburg man pleads guilty to sexually exploiting children
Prairieburg man pleads guilty to sexually exploiting children A man who used Snapchat, Instagram, and text messages to persuade children to engage in sexually explicit conduct and…
Central City CSD partners with Nelson Media Company for new promotional videos
Central City CSD partners with Nelson Media Company for new promotional videos New partnership aims to capture the stories of students and staff By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonemediac…