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  Truesdell files motion to move trial out of Linn County   The man accused of the quadruple homicide outside of Lafayette is seeking to relocate his trial outside the county.    Attor…

Two recovering after van-tractor accident  A collision on Highway 13 near to Burnett Station Road left two injured individuals Dec. 19.  According to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, …

DES MOINES  Deb Zumbach, of Coggon, was elected vice president of the Iowa State Fair Board during the annual State Agricultural Convention, held on Dec. 15 in conjunction with the Ass…

Troy Mills holds first Wreaths Across America event  Nearly 200 wreaths placed  By Laura Drummy  Laura@nelsonmediacompany.com  The community of Troy Mills and the surrounding area took…

  Ice storm caused treacherous conditions  Dec. 14 storm leaves area holiday event canceled   By Laura Drummy  Laura@nelsonmediacompany.com    Eastern Iowa experienced a significant ic…

  Dharma’s holds annual Purple Bag Project event Around 100 care packages donated this Holiday season   By Laura Drummy  Laura@nelsonmediacompany.com   Crown Royal, one of the most rec…

Mr. & Mrs. Claus stops at the Coggon Fire Department  Icy weather didn’t stop annual event   The Coggon Fire Department hosted Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus a day later than originally sc…

  North Linn FFA welcomes eight piglets Chapter prepares them for next years Fairs Submitted by the North Linn FFA Chapter The North Linn FFA chapter is happy to announce that it has e…

Supervisors awards $50,000 in Legacy & Community Attraction Grants  Four local nonprofits will receive grant funding from Linn County’s Legacy & Community Attraction Fund. The Board of…

Central City woman hurt after early morning accident   A Central City woman sustained injuries after hitting her head on the road in the early morning of Dec. 11.  Emergency responders…

County offices closed for upcoming holidays Linn County governmental offices will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24; Wednesday, Dec. 25; Tuesday, Dec. 31; and Wednesday, Jan. 1 for the Christ…

  Supervisors approve code amendment for detached structures   The Linn County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved an updated ordinance to change detached accessory structure…

  Women in agriculture invited to join upcoming focus groups Events will amplify and address challenges in the industry   Women working in agriculture are invited to participate in a s…

Local Legislators, School Districts gather to discuss key education issues Topics include AEAs, Transportation, SSA funds and more     By Laura Drummy  laura@nelsonmediacompany.com    …

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