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Swisher Auxiliary to host turkey supper Saturday, Nov. 3 at Legion

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

SWISHER– The Swisher Auxiliary will host a Homemade Turkey Supper Saturday, Nov. 3, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Swisher American Legion.
The public is invited. The cost of $9 for adults, and $5 for children ages 6-12. Children age 5 and under eat free.
Turkey Bingo by Swisher Junior Auxiliary will run from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Proceeds will be donated to English Rivers Outfitters to help veterans.


Stone Soup supper for pantry Oct. 28

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

NORTH LIBERTY– The North Liberty Community Pantry will hold its fourth annual Stone Supper on Sunday, Oct. 28, from 5 until 7 p.m. at the South Slope Community Room in North Liberty.
All community members are invited. Cost is $10 for adults (13 and up) and $5 for children (12 and under). Dinner includes soup, salad, bread, dessert and drink. A silent auction will be held from 5 until 6:45 p.m. The North Liberty Community Pantry was founded on the belief that we are neighbors helping neighbors.


CCA annual senior supper Oct. 27

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

TIFFIN– On Saturday, Oct. 27, at 6:30 p.m. the Clear Creek Amana (CCA) Student Assistance Team/Interact club will host its annual senior supper (and no, it’s not for 12th graders).
Any district patron over the age of 55 is welcome to come eat a ham or turkey supper provided by students. Tours of the school and card games will be held after the meal. Please call the high school at 319-545-5623 by Oct. 20 if you wish to attend.


Community Center south entrance now closed

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

NORTH LIBERTY– As the expansion on the North Liberty Community Library continues, crews advise patrons to use the north entrance starting Monday, Oct. 22. The front door, also known as the south entrance, will be closed for at least five weeks in order to continue construction on the building. Though the community center will still be open during regular business hours, guests should enter through the back door. Overall, the project is slated to be complete some time in 2013.


North Liberty named a 2012 ‘All-Star Community’

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

NORTH LIBERTY– The Iowa League of Cities recognized the city of North Liberty as a 2012 All-Star Community at its annual conference and exhibit, which was held in Sioux City from Sept. 26 through 28.


‘Comedy for Charity’ for ERO to be held Nov. 11

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

IOWA CITY– Nathan Timmel’s Fourth Annual “Comedy for Charity” will take place on Nov. 11 at the Mill in Iowa City at 6:30 p.m. Every year since its inception, “Comedy for Charity” has selected a worthy charity to receive all of the event’s proceeds, which go directly to the chosen charity. Last year almost $6,000 was raised for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, an organization dedicated to combating pediatric cancer.


With 120th done, what’s next?

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

By Chris Umscheid
North Liberty Leader
SHUEYVILLE– “It’s nearly complete,” said Dave Schechinger of Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. about the 120th Street reconstruction project through Shueyville. Schechinger’s comments came during the Tuesday, Oct. 9, city council meeting, a joint meeting held with the Johnson County Board of Supervisors.
Supervisors Pat Harney, Rod Sullivan, Sally Stutsman, Janelle Rettig and Terrance Neuzil met with the council to learn first hand what issues are prevalent in the community.


ICCSD to schedule February 2013 vote

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

IOWA CITY– Iowa City schools will edit their revenue purpose statement (RPS) and put it to a February 2013 district-wide ballot asking for the authority to borrow up to $100 million in future (up to year 2029) sales tax revenues.
The latest measure comes after plans for a north side high school had been all but shelved in September after a district study showed the $30 million set aside for another high school would fall short of projected costs.


Stutsman ready to work in Des Moines

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

JOHNSON COUNTY– Though she is in the middle of her fifth term as a Johnson County supervisor, Sally Stutsman is preparing to take on more.


Clipper coach sets sail for calmer waters

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/23/2012 - 11:00pm

OXFORD– Frustration, anger and emotions boiled over Wednesday night (Oct. 17) as the Board of Directors for the Clear Creek Amana (CCA) school district faced a crowd demanding answers and action in the wake of the resignation of long-time softball coach Jim White.