HARLAN -- Lyle and Marcia Walker of Harlan celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on June 14. Their family is planning a card shower in their honor. Cards will reach them if sent to 1311 Victoria Street, Harlan, IA 51537.    The couple has two children: Jeremy Walker and Amy Walker both of Harlan.

    WESTPHALIA -- Kylee Stitz  and Andrew Mumm both of Des Moines will exchange marriage vows on June 27 in a private family ceremony at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Westphalia. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kylee and Andrew have postponed their reception until next summer.    Parents of the couple are Lori Stitz, Harlan; Ron and Rose Stitz, Harlan; and Dennis and Joyce Mumm, Harlan.
 

EARLING – It’s a funny account of how Bowser the pooch helped lead to an informative hour-long documentary about the Earling Catholic church entitled St.

    COUNTY -- Statement from Shelby County Fair Board -- “As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, the Shelby County Fair Board is making changes to the 2020 fair. The fair will be limited to 4-H and FFA shows and activities. Unfortunately, there will be no open class exhibits, commercial exhibits, or entertainment on the grounds.    “There will be limited concessions.

    HARLAN -- The Norman D. Stamp Aquatic Center will re-open Wednesday, June 17 with normal business hours, pending approval by the Harlan City Council tonight.    Following Iowa Gov. Kim Reynoldss announcement on June 10, the Harlan pool is projected to open. Final approval on opening the pool will be reviewed by Harlan City Council tonight, Tuesday, June 16.

    HARLAN -- Harlan Community High School will host a live graduation ceremony on Sunday, June 28 at 2 p.m. at Merrill Field in Harlan.    The ceremony will include an introduction, senior speeches, National Honor Society recognition, Cum Laude recognition, and presentation of the graduating class.

    HARLAN -- Harlan Community High School’s 2020 Prom officially has been canceled.    In a statement released Thursday, June 11, the district said, “Due to the COVID-19 guidelines regarding social distancing requirements, Harlan Community School is unable to host a prom that allows for the dancing and socialization that is a prominent part of this event.

    HARLAN – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says swimming is now okay at Prairie Rose Lake after a week of it being not advisable due to high levels of E.

    HARLAN -- Harlan’s citywide garage sale will be held on Saturday, July 11.    Sponsored by the Harlan Newspapers, the deadline for advertising and to be on published maps is Tuesday, June 30 at noon.    The citywide garage sale was moved to July 11 from its previous date in June.