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The expansion and renovation of Myrtue Medical Center’s Harlan Rural Health Clinic will significantly address the evolving healthcare needs throughout Shelby County. Over the last four years, Myrtue has proactively added new providers, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing medical services and...
SHELBY COUNTY — Area voters will have more decisions to make at the polls November 5. In addition to voting for local, state and federal officials, Iowa voters will be asked to approve or reject two constitutional ammendments, and Shelby County voters will be asked to support a $55 million bond...
HARLAN —Contrast is a powerful tool in art, used to engage the eye, emphasize elements, draw out depth, and bring balance. This year, the 2024 Forgotten Art... the Artist Sale offers an opportunity of immersion into the beauty and joys of artistic expression.The two featured artists, Clay...
SHELBY COUNTY — At approximately 5:30 p.m. Thursday, October 17, all nine Shelby County Fire Departments were dispatched to a field fire a quarter of a mile south of Highway 44 near Portsmouth.Portsmouth Fire and Rescue Chief Mike Leinen said there were a total of 10 departments with 115...
HARLAN — The movement toward an electrified America quickly gained momentum in the 1880’s as research and inventions harnessed the natural power of electricity. Electric lighting was becoming common in urban areas across the country. By the end of the decade, it was abundantly clear electric power...
HARLAN — The City of Harlanannounced that Gene Gettys hasresigned from his position as CityAdministrator, effective December1, 2024. After serving the communitywith dedication and leadership,Mr. Gettys has accepted anew position in eastern Iowa.During his tenure, Gettys hasplayed a key role in...
SHELBY COUNTY — The City of Harlan has contracted with Municipal Pipe Tool Company to complete sanitary sewer main lining and point repairs this fall. City Administrator Gene Gettys said the $1.1 million dollar project is made possible due to a $500,000 CDBG award and use of ARPA funding. The...
SHELBY COUNTY —The Shelby County Auditor’s Office has been fielding concerns from voters who have received multiple absentee ballot request forms in the mail. Not to worry, says Auditor Mark Maxwell. Once an ballot applications are recorded, other applications from that voter are dismissed, but...
by Renée Brich, Managing Editor HARLAN — Ann Holt is no stranger to the staff at the Petersen Family Wellness Center. Holt visits the Wellness Center twice a day five days a week, and once a day on weekends, to walk, lift weights, and ride the stationary bike. “I have been trying to lose some...
HARLAN — Backing up a 53-foot trailer semi truck is no easy task, but thanks to a new CDL simulator at Iowa Western Community College (IWCC), this skill is now more accessible for aspiring drivers. Funded by an Industry-Recognized Credentials (IRC) Grant obtained by Harlan Community High School,...
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