Category: Floyd County

Floyd County

Vehicle flips into center median on Avenue near Rudd

Chris Baldus

RUDD — Emergency responders are on the scene of a single-vehicle crash on the Avenue of the Saints near Rudd. A vehicle is upside down in the median and responders appear to be trying to extricate someone. The road conditions are sloppy wet. The shoulders are layered with ice and slush. A winter weather advisory is in effect for north central and northeast Iow until 7 a.m. Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. Mixed precipitation is expected, with snow accumulation of up to 3 inches. Look for travel to be slippery. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph may … Continue reading Vehicle flips into center median on Avenue near Rudd

Calendar, Floyd County

Rural Angel Investing is Topic of Extension Program

Chris Baldus

 By ISU EXTENSION  Rural stakeholders interested in learning about Iowa’s emerging rural investor networks for agricultural technology and strategic rural ventures are invited to an educational workshop titled, “Strategies for Angel Investing.” The workshop is organized by an initiative called the Iowa Rural Equity Project (IREP) and collaborators including ISU Extension and Outreach. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Cerro Gordo County will be co-hosting the program from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Music Man Square, 308 S Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City, IA. The local workshop is being co-sponsored by Ag Ventures Alliance … Continue reading Rural Angel Investing is Topic of Extension Program

Calendar, Charles City

Annual Great Chili Cook-Off set for March 1

Chris Baldus

News Release CHARLES CITY – Warm up this winter with a great cup of chili … or seven, at the Great Chili Cook-Off on Friday, March 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Columbus Club in Charles City. One of Community Revitalization’s longest-running community events, the Great Chili Cook-Off is in its 23rd year as both a fundraiser for Charles City’s Main Street program and a fun, tasty way for the community to come together and shake off some of those winter blues. Seven local “celebrity” chili cooks offer up their best recipes for the public to sample … Continue reading Annual Great Chili Cook-Off set for March 1

Chickasaw County, Floyd County

Semi trailers backed up by Casey’s in Nashua, Monday about noon

Chris Baldus

Road conditions north of Nashua have led to a back up of semi trailers parking around Casey’s and elsewhere near the overpass. I35 is closed from Ames to the Minnesota border. UPDATE: 9:30 p.m.: Semitrailers parked across from Nashua’s Casey’s on the nearby entry ramp onto the Avenue of the Saints and elsewhere in the immediate area at 9:30 p.m. Monday. I-35 and the Avenue were open for traffic, however multiple road closures remained in effect. Continue reading Semi trailers backed up by Casey’s in Nashua, Monday about noon

Calendar, Floyd County

Floyd County Extension and Outreach March 2019 Calendar

Chris Baldus

Friday, March 1 9:20 AM – 1:50 PM   Water Rocks! visit to Lincoln Elementary   Charles City Tuesday, March 5 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM   Simple Meals with the Girl Scouts   Charles City 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM   Clover Kids – Charles City   Charles City 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM   Better Kid Care & Childcare Provider Training   Charles City Wednesday, March 6 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM   Ornamental & Turfgrass Applicators PSEP   Charles City 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM   Pick A Better Snack – Nora Springs   Nora Springs Thursday, March 7 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM   Pick A Better Snack – IC   Charles City Friday, March 8 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM   Pick … Continue reading Floyd County Extension and Outreach March 2019 Calendar

Calendar, Charles City

Workshop on evaluating estate, transition plans set for Feb. 26 in Charles City

Chris Baldus

News Release “Talking about transitions and estate planning is difficult for most people – including rural Iowans – individuals, couples and families,” says Melissa O’Rourke, the Iowa State University Farm & Agribusiness Management Specialist in northeast Iowa. “And actual implementation of a transition plan can be even harder.” That’s why Iowa State University Extension offers an “Evaluating Your Estate Plan” workshop to answer questions and help people prepare for the future. The one-day workshop will be held on February 26 in Charles City. “Families and individuals should plan adequately to protect assets and family relationships that are vital to their … Continue reading Workshop on evaluating estate, transition plans set for Feb. 26 in Charles City

Floyd County

Floyd County Board meeting agenda, Feb. 12

Chris Baldus

Floyd County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda February 12, 2019, 9 a.m. Floyd County Courthouse Board Room 1. Approve agenda 2. Public Comment 3. Review/Action regarding approval of January 22 and 28, 2019 meeting minutes 4. Review/Action regarding approval of claims 5. Review/Action regarding appointments to various board 6. Review/Action regarding Res #11-19 Zoning Changes – Lake View Estates Subdivision – second reading, set date for third reading or waive third reading 7. Review/Action regarding AIA Document C132-2009, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Construction Manager as Advisor 8. Review/Action regarding Treasurer’s Semi-Annual Report 9. Review/Action regarding Liquor License … Continue reading Floyd County Board meeting agenda, Feb. 12

Floyd County

Floyd County Extension and Outreach February 2019 Calendar

Chris Baldus

Friday, February 1, 2019 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM   Pick A Better Snack – Washington 1st Grade   Charles City 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM   4-H Winter Adventure   Boone Saturday, February 2, 2019 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM   4-H Winter Adventure   Boone  (continuation) Monday, February 4, 2019 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM   ServSafe Food Safety Training   Charles City 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM   Pick A Better Snack – Washington 2nd Grade   Charles City Tuesday, February 5, 2019 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM   Clover Kids – Charles City   Charles City Wednesday, February 6, 2019 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM   Reading Buddies – RRMR   Rockford Thursday, February 7, 2019 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM   Pick A Better … Continue reading Floyd County Extension and Outreach February 2019 Calendar

Floyd County

Floyd County Extension and Outreach January 2019 Calendar

Chris Baldus

Thursday, January 3, 2019 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM   Commercial Manure Applicator Certification   Charles City Tuesday, January 8, 2019 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM   Clover Kids – Charles City   Charles City Wednesday, January 9, 2019 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM   Private Pesticide Applicator Training   Nashua 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM   Pick A Better Snack – Nora Springs   Nora Springs Thursday, January 10, 2019 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM   Pick A Better Snack – IC   Charles City 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM   Floyd County Extension Organizational Meeting   Charles City Monday, January 14, 2019 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM   Charles City Clover Kids   Charles City 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM   Better Kid Care – … Continue reading Floyd County Extension and Outreach January 2019 Calendar

Charles City

Charles City advertising for youth services librarian applicants

Chris Baldus

The Charles City Public Library is seeking a full-time Youth Services Librarian.  The Youth Services Librarian must possess a knowledge and appreciation for children’s literature and be comfortable with children of all ages and their caregivers.  Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, communication, and public relation skills, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office software are essential. Responsibilities include: planning and implementing all youth programming, including the Summer Reading Program, story times, book clubs, and class visits; selecting and ordering books for children and teens under the supervision of the Library Director, keeping the children’s room area in good order, weeding books … Continue reading Charles City advertising for youth services librarian applicants

Charles City

Sunday’s CC Holiday Home Tour times extended

Chris Baldus

News Release CHARLES CITY – With seven stops to choose from on this year’s holiday home tour, attendees are being given an extra hour to enjoy this Charles City tradition on Sunday, December 9th. The public now has from 12:30-4:30 p.m. to take in the festive and unique holiday décor of six different residences around town, as well as the Festival of Trees, during the 2018 “There’s No Place Like Home For The Holidays Home Tour.” This is a change from the original 1-4 p.m. tour time. Organized by the Design Committee of Community Revitalization, the holiday home tour will … Continue reading Sunday’s CC Holiday Home Tour times extended

Calendar, Charles City, Floyd County

Holidazzle will shine bright in Charles City Friday, Nov. 30

Chris Baldus

 News Release CHARLES CITY – Embrace the magic of the holidays on Friday, November 30th, with a new twist on a Charles City winter tradition. Community Revitalization’s annual Holiday Lighted Parade will again light up the night in downtown Charles City at 6 p.m. and herald in the arrival of Santa and debut of the Santa House in Central Park from 6:30-8 p.m. However, this year’s offerings have been expanded as part of the new “Holidazzle” celebration, adding carolers, hot cocoa, treats, a Candy Cane Hunt, shopping and special dining options. A tractor-drawn holiday hayride will be available to shuttle … Continue reading Holidazzle will shine bright in Charles City Friday, Nov. 30

Charles City, Floyd County

Five Elected to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Floyd County Council

Chris Baldus

From the ISU Extension Five Floyd County residents were elected to the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Floyd County Council in the Nov. 6th general election. The new members are Jay Jung, Charles City; and Ryan Venz, Charles City.  Julie Knecht, Charles City;  Ben Rottinghaus, Charles City; and Sue Sedgwick, Charles City are members of the county extension council and were re-elected to a new four-year term. They will join current county extension council members Jacie Garden, Charles City; Karol Carpenter, Charles City; Bob Mondt, Charles City; and Valerie Bodensteiner, Marble Rock. The new members will replace Bill Mead … Continue reading Five Elected to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Floyd County Council

Charles City, Floyd County

Regional transit service will start Nov. 26

Chris Baldus

By the city of Charles City Starting November 26, Charles City Transit will be adding transit service to Mason City.  The hours of operation will be 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, same as the local service. There will be three separate trips to Mason City daily with departure times set at 7:30, 10:30 and 2 p.m. These need to be reserved 24 hours in advance by calling 641-715-1314. The Charles City transit bus will only take you to and from Mason City. If you need to make several stops in Mason City, you have to call the … Continue reading Regional transit service will start Nov. 26

Calendar, Floyd County

Floyd County Extension and Outreach December 2018 Calendar

Chris Baldus

Saturday, Dec. 1 9-11 AM   Wreath-Making Workshop   Charles City Monday, Dec. 3 1-2:30 PM   Planning Ahead   Charles City Tuesday, Dec. 4 5:30-8:30 PM   Women Marketing Grain   Nashua  (continuation) Wednesday, Dec. 5 9 AM to 11:30 PM   Pest Control Operators   Charles City Thursday, Dec. 6 12:30 – 1:30 PM   Pick A Better Snack – IC   Charles City Friday, Dec. 7 8:45-11:45 AM   Pick A Better Snack – Washington 1st graders   Charles City Saturday, Dec. 8 9 AM to noon  Beef Weigh-In   Ionia Monday, Dec. 10 1-2:30 PM   Planning Ahead   Charles City Tuesday, Dec. 11 2 -2:30 PM   Pick A Better Snack – Nora Springs   Nora Springs Tuesday, Dec. 18 2:15 – 2:45 PM   Pick A Better … Continue reading Floyd County Extension and Outreach December 2018 Calendar

Charles City

CC looking to add bus route to Mason City

Chris Baldus

CHARLES CITY — The Charles City Council at its Wednesday, Nov.14, planning meeting will discuss adding a public transit bus route to Mason City. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. in City Hall. Below is the agenda report to the council from City Administrator Steve Diers: City transit has now been up and running for just over three months. Over the last several weeks we’ve been discussing the idea of incorporating county service that would add a transit bus to the current operation that would be used to offer service to Mason City. Floyd county would be able to compensate … Continue reading CC looking to add bus route to Mason City