N. Grand Avenue will be temporarily closed Wednesday-Friday
CHARLES CITY — North Grand Avenue will be closed to traffic for utility work between North Main Street and 13th Avenue starting early Wednesday, May 16, and is expected to reopen by Friday evening, May 18. Motorists are encourage to avoid this area if possible and utilize E Street to cross the Canadian Pacific Railiroad tracks. Questions can be directed to the city of Charles City engineering department at 641-257-6300. Thank you. Continue reading N. Grand Avenue will be temporarily closed Wednesday-Friday
N-P girls golf team advances to Region C finals
OSSIAN — The Nashua-Plainfield girls golf team advanced to the Class 1A regional finals after placing second as a team Monday in the first round for Region 3C at the Silver Springs Golf Course in Ossian. N-P’s Keagan Betsinger (5th place) and Miranda Crabtree (8th) qualified individually for the Region 3 finals, which will be Monday, May 21, at the Nashua Town & Country Golf Course. Here are Monday’s results courtesy of Nashua-Plainfield head coach Jeff Trost: Team Standings 1 South Winneshiek – 407 2 Nashua-Plainfield – 436 3 Saint Ansgar – 438 4 Clarksville – 455 5 North Butler … Continue reading N-P girls golf team advances to Region C finals
Swing Into Spring on May 18th!
News ReleaseCHARLES CITY — The Design Committee of Community Revitalization invites the public to “Swing Into Spring” and help benefit community beautification in the process on Friday, May 18th. Stop by the historic Wildwood Clubhouse from 4:30-6:30 p.m. to enjoy refreshments, meet new friends or catch up with old ones, and enjoy a swing dance demonstration by Bruce and Janiece Bergland at 5:30 p.m.The Design Committee is an all-volunteer group dedicated to beautifying and improving downtown Charles City. The Committee annually helps fund the colorful flower pots on Main Street, organizes the Adopt-A-Lot cleanup and oversees the parking lot planters, … Continue reading Swing Into Spring on May 18th!
N-P, North Butler boys golf teams advance to Districts
NASHUA — Nashua-Plainfield and North Butler’s boys golf teams advanced to District play by finishing second and third on Thursday at sections. The Nashua Town and Country Club hosted the meet. Due to the impending weather forecast for Friday, the section’s schools decided to move the tournament up a day. Here are the results: Team Standings 1 Don Bosco – 335 *District Qualifier 2 Nashua-Plainfield – 363 *District Qualifier 3 North Butler – 373 *District Qualifier 4 Tripoli – 375 5 Clarksville – 438 6 Dunkerton – 481 7 Riceville – 495 Medalist – Sloan Barron (Don Bosco) – 73 … Continue reading N-P, North Butler boys golf teams advance to Districts
Area churches begin announcing VBS dates, themes
Area churches are announcing their Vacation Bible Schools. Here are some: Trinity United Methodist Church, Charles City Theme: “Shipwrecked” Dates: June 18-22 everyday form 8:30-11:30 a.m. with the final program at 5 p.m. Friday, June 22 Contact: 641-228-5368 St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Charles City Theme: “Shipwrecked” Dates: July 31-Aug. 3, 2018 from 5:30-8 p.m. VBS participants will sing during the 9:30 a.m. worship service on Aug. 5th Ages: VBS is for children in preschool through 5th grade. Cost: $5 per child with a maximum family fee of $15. Contact: 641-228-3397 To include your church on this list, … Continue reading Area churches begin announcing VBS dates, themes
CC’s BBQ Challenge is June 16; ticket presale begins May 16
News Release CHARLES CITY — Back in its 4th year, Charles City’s BBQ Challenge on June 16 is sure to delight attendees with various grilling and seasoning methods. Come to watch grillers work their magic on ribs before you chow down on a variety of flavors. Tickets will be available to Chamber members for $25 and non-Chamber members for $30. Chamber member exclusive presale begins on Wednesday, May 16. General public sales begin one week later, on Wednesday May 23. Tickets are extremely limited, so don’t wait to get yours! Attendees will be able to buy tickets at both Hy-Vee … Continue reading CC’s BBQ Challenge is June 16; ticket presale begins May 16
CC’s Party in the Park celebrations begin June 1
Courtesy of the Charles City Community Revitalization CHARLES CITY — The arrival of spring is cause to celebrate, but the real party will be this summer with the return of Party in the Park in Charles City! A summertime tradition now in its 16th season, Party in the Park is a series of Friday night public gatherings in Central Park hosted by Community Revitalization. Enjoy free live music from 5-9 p.m., along with games and other activities, food vendors, a beer garden and a chance to sit back and socialize with friends, neighbors and visitors alike. The Party in the Park … Continue reading CC’s Party in the Park celebrations begin June 1
Barrel race scheduled for June 9 in New Hampton
NEW HAMPTON — The Plum Creek Saddle Club is hosting a 4D barrel race on June 9, 2018, at the New Hampton Airport, 1879 Kenwood Ave. The start time for the Plum Crazy Barrel Event is 11 a.m. Warm-ups begin at 10 a.m.the arena opens at 9:30 a.m. There will be 60/40 payout with $1,500 added money, according to the posters around the area. The entry fee per horse is $40. Warm-ups are $3. The attire is basic and competitors can enter more than one horse. The 10 fastest times will qualify for the Chickasaw County Firefighters Association Extreme Bull … Continue reading Barrel race scheduled for June 9 in New Hampton
Construction Update: Clark Street trail, Hildreth reconstruction and South Terrace window project scheduled
These are some of the construction projects that local governments are taking on. Check back for updates. Charles City CLARK STREET TRAIL EXTENSION DETAILS: This 10-foot wide paved recreation trail will extend from the end of the existing trail at Terrace Road to the intersection of Lakeshore Drive and Clark Street. It will include ADA pedestrian ramps, signage and other incidental construction items, according to city documents. DATES: Construction must begin by Aug. 27 and be completed within 30 days CONTRACTOR: Heartland Asphalt, Inc. PRICE: Heartland’s winning bid for the project was $102,396 PRE-BID PRICE ESTIMATE: $180,000 by the city engineer … Continue reading Construction Update: Clark Street trail, Hildreth reconstruction and South Terrace window project scheduled
OUTDOORS NOTES: Turkey harvest could come short of last year
Iowa Department of Natural Resources news release Iowa’s 2018 reported spring turkey harvest is approaching 9,300 birds. Last year, hunters reported nearly 11,800 turkeys. Iowa’s spring turkey hunting season ends May 20. Annual spring night population survey of deer, skunks, badgers, opossum, red fox, coyotes and other furbearers is wrapping up. The data is used as one factor to estimate Iowa’s deer population and is important for guiding management decisions on furbearers. The survey began in the late 1970s. Two cooperative projects between the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Iowa State University are underway – one is evaluating … Continue reading OUTDOORS NOTES: Turkey harvest could come short of last year
Watch the CCHS Vocal Department’s 2018 finale recorded live on Facebook
CHARLES CITY — Catch the Charles City High School Vocal Department’s 2018 Finale Concert on the North Cedar Reports Facebook page. Click here Continue reading Watch the CCHS Vocal Department’s 2018 finale recorded live on Facebook
Nashua student to receive Presidential Scholar Award
NASHUA — Nashua-Plainfield student Caleb Lines has been selected as one of 161 seniors for the U.S. Presidential Scholar Award. He’ll travel to DC in June to receive his medallion from President Donald Trump, the school district announced Tuesday. Lines was chosen out of 10 Iowa semi-finalists. A news release from the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program says it was established in 1964 by presidential executive order to recognize and honor some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors. In 1979, the program was extended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional talent in the visual, creative and performing arts. … Continue reading Nashua student to receive Presidential Scholar Award
CCHS principal resigning to take AEA job
CHARLES CITY — Joshua Johnson’s final day as the Charles City High School principal will be June 30, according to the agenda for Thursday’s special meeting of the School Board. Johnson and Dean of Students Keith Reuter’s resignations are up for Board approval. Johnson accepted an administrative position with Central Rivers Area Education Agency, according to a news release from the district. Continue reading CCHS principal resigning to take AEA job
26 apply to be CC schools’ next superintendent
CHARLES CITY — Twenty-three men and three women have applied to be the Charles City School District’s next superintendent. The School Board went into closed session to narrow the field Monday night at a special meeting at the North Iowa Area Community College building in Charles City. The board’s timeline to hire the replacement for departing Superintendent Dr. Dan Cox called for selecting semi-finalists on Monday, finalizing screening interview questions on May 10, and on May 21 settling on a formal interview schedule. Later, the board will also be choosing formal interview teams that will include “stakeholders,” such as school … Continue reading 26 apply to be CC schools’ next superintendent
Newman Catholic takes first in Top of Iowa East Division; N-P’s Trost named coach of the year
ST. ANSGAR — The Newman Catholic girls took first at the Top of Iowa Conference East Division Girls Golf Tournament held Monday, May 7, at Acorn Park in St. Ansgar. The meet medalist was Paige Walker of Newman Catholic with a 92. Abby Murray of Rockford was runner-up with a 95. Peyton Olson of Newman was named Player of the Year. The Coach of the Year is Nashua-Plainfield’s Jeff Trost. Team results: 1 Newman Catholic – 412 2 Osage – 428 3 Nashua-Plainfield – 437 4 Central Springs – 445 5 Rockford – 461 6 St. Ansgar – 469 7 … Continue reading Newman Catholic takes first in Top of Iowa East Division; N-P’s Trost named coach of the year
Osage boys win Top of Iowa East Division golf tournament
SHEFFIELD — The Osage boys golf team captured first Monday at the Top of Iowa Conference East Division Boys Golf Tournament held Monday, May 7, at Ridge Stone Golf Club in Sheffield. In individual action, Austin Eckenrod of Newman Catholic won a playoff against Drew Olson of Osage for medalist. They both shot 75. The final team standings are: Osage – 350 St. Ansgar – 363 West Fork – 365 Newman Catholic – 366 Rockford – 370 North Butler – 376 Nashua-Plainfield – 381 Central Springs – 438 Northwood-Kensett – 455 Individual (1st Team All-Conference) Medalist – Austin Eckenrod (Newman) … Continue reading Osage boys win Top of Iowa East Division golf tournament
Cedar River to crest at 15.7 feet
CHARLES CITY — The Cedar River is expected to crest early Saturday at nearly 4 feet above flood stage. The National Weather Service categorizes that as moderately severe. Area rivers are on the rise after the drenching rain Thursday night. Charles City recorded 2.87 inches at the airport. Nashua saw 3.45 inches, according to preliminary data. More important to area flooding is the 3 inches that fell upstream in Osage and less than an inch in Austin, Minn. The Weather Service issued a flood warning for the Cedar River in Charles City: The warning continues until Sunday afternoon. At 10:30 … Continue reading Cedar River to crest at 15.7 feet
Storms cause park flooding, closures
Heavy rains overnight have forced the closure of George Wyth State Park and portions News release Heavy rains overnight have forced the closure of George Wyth State Park and portions of Dolliver State Park. George Wyth State Park will be closed completely starting at 4:30pm, Friday, May 4. The Cedar River is projected to crest on Monday morning and park officials hope to be back open by mid-week next week. Park staff expect water across the roadways in the campground areas and throughout the park. The trails will also be underwater and closed for any use. At Dolliver State Park, … Continue reading Storms cause park flooding, closures
Read the latest issue of the Post and try the local crossword puzzle
Click the image below for a full size pdf that you can read online or print out on your own. The recommended paper size is 11 by 17. To submit articles or calendar items, email Chris Baldus, publisher, at news@northcedarreports.com. Post 3 Click here for Crossword 1. This can be printed on regular letter-sized paper. Continue reading Read the latest issue of the Post and try the local crossword puzzle
Snap-On grill raffle to benefit Sheriff’s Reserve Unit
CHARLES CITY — A Snap-On grill and smoker is being raffled off to support the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office’s Reserve Unit. The winning ticket will be drawn Friday, May 11. Duane Kay, the area Snap-On dealer has donated this Snap-On grill and smoker ($900 value) with all proceeds benefiting the Reserve Unit. Tickets are $10 for one or $20 for three. Tickets are available from the Sheriff’s Office or Kay at Snap-On. Continue reading Snap-On grill raffle to benefit Sheriff’s Reserve Unit
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