Endless Summer, Hawaiian theme at next Party in the Park
News Release CHARLES CITY – Summer may be starting to wind down, but it will be alive and well on Friday, August 3rd, as Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame band Endless Summer takes the stage the stage for Party in the Park in Charles City! Central Park will be hoppin’ from 5-9 p.m. with nostalgic tunes from the Beach Boys era, which will fit right in with the “Chuck Goes to Hawaii” theme for the night. In addition to the free live music, the public can enjoy a variety of food and beverage vendors, as well as park … Continue reading Endless Summer, Hawaiian theme at next Party in the Park
Column: How did humanity survive parenthood?
This column was originally posted on Chris Baldus: Journalist Dad in 2012 A speaker on parenting made this interesting point at church today. If parents knew, really knew what they were getting into, no one would be a parent. Humanity would have met its end quickly. It can be a tough gig, no question. There’s just nothing like dragging a 5- year-old out of church as she sob-scream-chants, “I want a doughnut. I want a doughnut.” Full disclosure: This was over denial of a second doughnut from the church’s stash and it lasted for the full 10-minute drive home during … Continue reading Column: How did humanity survive parenthood?
Floyd County Extension August 2018 Calendar
Wednesday, August 1, 2018 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM 4-H Trip to Decorah Decorah Wednesday, August 8, 2018 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Farmland Leasing Meeting Charles City Thursday, August 9, 2018 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM Focus On Nitrogen Field Day Nashua Tuesday, August 21, 2018 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Floyd County Extension Council Meeting Charles City Tuesday, August 21, 2018 – Thursday, August 23, 2018 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Iowa Drainage School Nashua Continue reading Floyd County Extension August 2018 Calendar
PHOTO: CC windmill work
2018 Main Street Challenge Grant applications available.
News Release Charles City building owners in the downtown district have an opportunity to apply for a 2018 Main Street Iowa Challenge Grant to assist with bricks and mortar rehabilitation of buildings or new construction within the designated district. This would be a matching grant up to $75,000 toward an approved project. Through an appropriation from the Iowa legislature, Main Street Iowa will be awarding a total of $925,000 in grants this year. Grants are available only to designated Main Street Iowa communities across the State of Iowa, of which Charles City is included through the Community Revitalization program. “Charles … Continue reading 2018 Main Street Challenge Grant applications available.
2017 Pheasant harvest tops 220,000, 2018 nesting forecast is mixed
IOWA DNR An estimated 55,000 hunters harvested more than 221,000 roosters in Iowa last fall; a slight decline from 245,000 harvested in 2016. Hunters reported good success across the entire northwest quarter of Iowa. An early look at the 2018 pheasant forecast begins with nesting success which is likely a mixed bag. Parts of southern Iowa are dry while northern Iowa has been inundated with rain. Combined with a late arriving winter is a recipe for a stable to declining pheasant population. “Our best indicator for the pheasant population is the August roadside survey, but our weather model gives us … Continue reading 2017 Pheasant harvest tops 220,000, 2018 nesting forecast is mixed
Municipal band 4th of July concert moved to N. Grand Auditorium
Because of the weather, the Charles City Municipal Band 4th of July Concert has been moved to the North Grand Auditorium. Concert begins at 7:30. Doors open at 6:40. Continue reading Municipal band 4th of July concert moved to N. Grand Auditorium
Charles City July Fourth Celebration activities, schedule announced
News Release CHARLES CITY – The July Fourth Celebration is always a big deal in Charles City, and this year promises more of the same … and then some! In addition to the traditional offerings such as a youth talent show, Kids Day, 5k and 5 mile races, the Independence Day Parade, live music and activities in Central Park, as well as the fireworks show to cap things off, this year’s celebration will feature a number of new offerings. Those will include a bigger stage production on July 3rd featuring the highly entertaining band “The Dweebs,” as well as the … Continue reading Charles City July Fourth Celebration activities, schedule announced
See preview pictures of CC’s ‘Wizard of Oz’; advance tickets on sale for June 30 to July 1 performances
CHARLES CITY — Dorothy, Toto and a cast of more than 100 are bringing the merry old land of Oz to the North Grand Auditorium. Charles City’s Stony Point Players are putting on a summer musical, “The Wizard of Oz.” There will be three performances: 7 p.m. Saturday June 30, 2 p.m. Sunday July 1, and 7 p.m. Monday July 2. Children’s tickets are $5. Adult tickets are $7. Order reserved seat tickets online at showtix4u.com or by phone at 1-866-967-8617 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Central Time. Remaining seats will be sold at the door. Charles City High … Continue reading See preview pictures of CC’s ‘Wizard of Oz’; advance tickets on sale for June 30 to July 1 performances
PHOTO GALLERY: City League Softball Tournament, June 24
CHARLES CITY — The 2018 season came to an end Sunday, June 24, at Sportsmen’s Park for Charles City’s youth softball league. Here are scenes from Sunday’s Games. Continue reading PHOTO GALLERY: City League Softball Tournament, June 24
Special kids activities, Jay Clyde Band on tap for June 29 Party in the Park
News Release CHARLES CITY — New and unique kids activities, great live entertainment, a preview of the upcoming community theater production, food and beverage vendors, and more are going to be packing Central Park in Charles City Friday, June 29. Kick off the weekend in the best way by coming to enjoy a fantastic, entertainment filled evening downtown at the third Party in the Park event of the season. Sponsors Cambrex, CUSB Bank, Croell, R&S Mowing, Edward Jones (Mark Sindlinger and Jeremy Heyer), and Feller and Associates have all contributed in a great way to make this evening possible. The … Continue reading Special kids activities, Jay Clyde Band on tap for June 29 Party in the Park
FISHING REPORT: High water stymies Cedar River fishing
Dropping a line in the Cedar River in Charles City this week is almost guaranteed to be relaxing. Chances are good you won’t be pulling in many fish.While high water is plaguing the river, other nearby fishing spots have more promise. Here are the latest fishing reports from the Iowa DNR for the Cedar River, Clear Lake and the Decorah trout streams: Cedar River (above Nashua) Water levels are on the rise with poor visibility. Watercraft activities are not recommended. Walleye – Slow: Use a jig tipped with a crawler, minnow or twister tail. Channel Catfish – Fair: Catch catfish in the impoundments with … Continue reading FISHING REPORT: High water stymies Cedar River fishing
Up to 10,000 gallons of manure spill into Walnut Creek
RIDGEWAY, Iowa – The DNR on Wednesday announced it is investigating a manure spill about three miles north of Ridgeway in Winneshiek County. An estimated 5,000 to 10,000 gallons of manure reached the headwaters of Walnut Creek after a hose came apart during manure application, the news release said. “The spill occurred on the Kevin Moellers cattle confinement about 4 p.m. Tuesday. Moellers reported it to DNR at 8:10 a.m. Wednesday,” the release said. Environmental dangers from confinement operations is one of the reasons the Winneshiek County Board has sought changes to the process the state uses to approve such … Continue reading Up to 10,000 gallons of manure spill into Walnut Creek
Smell (and taste) the BBQ this Saturday in Charles City!
News Release CHARLES CITY – The wonderful aroma of barbeque in the smoker will waft through the air along the riverfront in Charles City on Saturday, June 16, with the return of the Charles City BBQ Challenge. Amateur and professional smoking teams alike will be competing for cash prizes and bragging rights in this annual taste tussle which will be judged by certified Kansas City BBQ Society rules as well as the public with a People’s Choice Award. Participating BBQ teams will assemble Saturday morning in the parking lot behind City Hall and adjacent to Hot Shots at 700 Riverside … Continue reading Smell (and taste) the BBQ this Saturday in Charles City!
Pros cleaning up storm damage at R-R-MR
ROCKFORD — Professionals are removing downed trees and cleaning up the Rudd-Rockford-Marble Rock school campus, while programs have been moved off-site, according to a Facebook post by District administration. The severe storm on Saturday tore through the Floyd County city causing extensive damage. R-R-MR Superintendent Keith Turner issued this statement Sunday about the damage at the school. “As you are aware the RRMR school took considerable damage from last nights storm. There was no structural damage to the building, but we did lose many of the trees that surround our facility. The baseball/softball complex, as well as our playground, took … Continue reading Pros cleaning up storm damage at R-R-MR
Cedar River expected to crest at 12.5 feet today
UPDATE AT NOON SUNDAY, JUNE 10 — A revised forecast from the National Weather Service says the Cedar River in Charles City will crest at 12.5 feet today, rather than 17 feet on Monday. UPDATE AT 9:40 p.m., Saturday — The Cedar River in Charles City is now forecast to crest at 17 feet by 5 p.m. Monday, June 11. That is in the moderate flooding range. Major flooding begins at 18 feet. According to the National Weather Service, at: 17 feet — Residences south of Riverside Avenue may be flooded. 15 feet — Leland Avenue floods, and flooding on … Continue reading Cedar River expected to crest at 12.5 feet today
17-foot flood crest would match 19th highest in Charles City
CHARLES CITY — Years with the number eight at the end are not necessarily good for Charles City when it comes to flooding. For example, on this date 10 years ago (June 9, 2008), Charles City experienced its highest Cedar River crest on record at 25.33 feet. Less than a week later, what is now the 9th highest crest pushed through at 20.12 feet on June 14, 2008. The flood of 2008 significantly changed the city. Homes were destroyed and it’s historic suspension bridge was washed away. A cable-stayed pedestrian bridge today spans the river in place of what was … Continue reading 17-foot flood crest would match 19th highest in Charles City
Dangerous weather continues across region
National Weather Service forecast for Saturday, June 9: Strong to severe storms continue to move through northeast Iowa and southeast Minnesota. The strongest storms (mainly in northeast Iowa) have produced large hail up to the size of golf balls and wind damage, with 70+ mph gusts reported. In addition, heavy rain is falling across much of the area, leading to many roads being underwater. If traveling this evening, be alert for water over roadways, and NEVER drive through floodwaters. Continue reading Dangerous weather continues across region
Party in the Park returns to Charles City June 15 with ‘Decades Night’
NEWS RELEASE CHARLES CITY – Free inflatable fun, live music, great food and community fellowship are on tap for the second Party in the Park event of the summer in Charles City’s Central Park on Friday, June 15th! Enjoy the mixed-era sounds of band Exit 113 and come dressed in your favorite attire from the 1950s on up through today (and beyond) for “Decades Night” from 5-9 p.m. You’ll also be able to check out classic Corvettes, watch the Floyd County Fair Queen coronation, ride the barrel train and pedal cars, try your hand at kids’ games, get your face … Continue reading Party in the Park returns to Charles City June 15 with ‘Decades Night’
Hunters bag 11,700 turkeys during 2018 spring season
News Release Turkey hunters reported harvesting 11,700 Iowa birds this spring, which is 100 birds fewer than were harvested in 2017. Click here for a breakdown by county. Iowa’s spring turkey seasons began April 7 with the youth season and ended on May 20. Hunters purchased nearly 50,000 spring turkey tags. In Chickasaw County, three turkeys were harvested in the fall of 2017 and 105 this spring. In Floyd County, 12 were harvested in the fall, 173 this spring. The county that saw the largest harvest this spring was Clayton County at 457. Hunters can help the DNR with its … Continue reading Hunters bag 11,700 turkeys during 2018 spring season
NORTH CEDAR REPORTS 