New Items on the Menu at Givey’s
Mike Givens has had a passion for making exceptional BBQ for over 30 years. He has been involved in several professional BBQ tournaments and teaches a BBQ course at The Grill Works in …
North Linn FFA Provides “Hand-Up” with FFA Grant
North Linn FFA Provides “Hand-Up” with FFA Grant The North Linn FFA Chapter, renowned for its dedication to agricultural education and community service, recently made a significant im…
Otterbein named Rural-Urban Agriculture Program Coordinator
Otterbein named Rural-Urban Agriculture Program Coordinator for ISU Extension and Outreach - Linn County JD Otterbein has accepted the position of Rural-Urban Agriculture Program Coor…
Third District Fire Department unveils new fire station; hundreds tour the new facility
Old traditions in a new home Third District Fire Department unveils new fire station; hundreds tour the new facility By Laura Drummy Laura@nelsonmediacompany.com After many decades …
Around Town in Central City: The Evolution of Central City's Hometown Market
Around Town in Central City The Evolution of Central City's Hometown Market By Donna Falcon for the Linn News Central City has had numerous grocery stores over time, all in the downtow…
Farmers kick off harvest
During late September, the dry and warm weather in Eastern Iowa prompted numerous local producers to kick off the annual harvest season. Taking advantage of the favorable conditions, a…
Local veterans embark on Honor Flight
Local veterans embark on Honor Flight By Laura Drummy Laura@nelsonmediacompany.com The Eastern Iowa Honor Flight embarked on its 52nd flight to Washington, D.C. Sept. 17. A total of …
Harvest Time Festival set for Sept. 28-29 in Walker
Harvest Time Festival set for Sept. 28-29 in Walker By Bridget Lutz bridget@nelsonmediacompany.com Pine Hill Farms is gearing up for its seventh annual Harvest Time Festival on Sep. 28…
Anamosa man dead, another injured after UTV accident in rural Linn County
Anamosa man dead, another injured after UTV accident in rural Linn County One person is dead, and another is hospitalized after a UTV crash on Saturday, Sept. 21, in rural Linn Coun…
Coming home New elementary teacher finds home in Central City District
Coming home New elementary teacher finds home in Central City District By Laura Drummy laura@nelsonmediacompany.com Central City welcomes its new Elementary Principal, Julie Cook. Af…
Alburnett students engage in cutting-edge technology through soldering projects
Alburnett students engage in cutting-edge technology through soldering projects Alburnett students are getting hands-on experience with physical computing in a new and exciting way…
Central City G4V Chapter receives a $2,000 donation
Benefit the Vets presents Dennis Hornya, Guitars for Vets (G4V) Central City chapter coordinator and teacher, with a $2000 donation during an event held at Camp Courageous on Sept. 1…
No injuries reported after rural shed fire
No injuries reported after rural shed fire No one was injured after a rural shed fire in Linn County Sept. 13. According to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, deputies, Sheriff’s Resc…
Kirkwood’s Workplace Learning Connection among national finalists
Kirkwood’s Workplace Learning Connection among national finalists Kirkwood Community College’s Workplace Learning Connection (WLC) has been named a finalist in the U.S. Department …
Faith & Four Letter Words coming to Linn County Fairgrounds
Faith & Four Letter Words coming to Linn County Fairgrounds By Bridget Lutz bridget@nelsonmediacompany.com A unique and special event is taking place at the Linn County Fairgrounds thi…
Central City motorcyclist dies from August accident
Central City motorcyclist dies from August accident A man from Central City who was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident last month has died. The Linn County Sheriff’s Office re…