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Dillon Military Bridge sale moves closer, but agreement remains unfinished

October 21, 2026

By Alli GraceyANAMOSA — Plans to transfer ownership of the Dillon Military Bridge to the Anamosa Dam Bridge Foundation are moving forward, although…

Forest Chapel Road paving could begin in November

October 21, 2026

By Alli GraceyANAMOSA — Jones County officials are working to complete improvements along Forest Chapel Road before winter, with paving potentially…

Anamosa approves five-year employee timekeeping contract

October 20, 2026

By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — The Anamosa City Council unanimously approved a five-year agreement with TimeClock Plus on Oct. 12, replacing…

Jones County considers lowering speed limit in Fairview

October 21, 2026

By Alli Gracey FAIRVIEW — Concerns about speeding vehicles and increasing traffic near local businesses have prompted Jones County officials to consider a new traffic study and possible speed limit changes along County Road E34 in Fairview. Fairview resident Jason Gideon approached the…

Highway 136 paving project expected to bring detour next spring

ANAMOSA — Motorists traveling Iowa Highway 136 can expect a detour next spring as the Iowa Department of Transportation prepares for a paving project in the Cascade area.Jones County E…

October 20, 2026 2 minute read

Jones County officials raise safety concerns over deteriorating E16 pavement

ANAMOSA — Deteriorating pavement along County Road E16 has raised safety concerns among Jones County officials, prompting discussions about temporary repairs and possible warning signs…

October 20, 2026 2 minute read

Unexpected costs raise concerns over Anamosa downtown façade project

By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — A nearly $69,000 proposal for additional repairs to a downtown building has raised questions about construction estimates, financial responsibilit…

October 20, 2026 6 minute read

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Jones County considers lowering speed limit in Fairview

By Alli Gracey FAIRVIEW — Concerns about speeding vehicles and increasing traffic near local businesses have prompted Jones County officials to consider a new traffic study and possibl…

October 21, 2026 2 minute read

Dillon Military Bridge sale moves closer, but agreement remains unfinished

By Alli GraceyANAMOSA — Plans to transfer ownership of the Dillon Military Bridge to the Anamosa Dam Bridge Foundation are moving forward, although several proposed changes to the agre…

October 21, 2026 3 minute read

Forest Chapel Road paving could begin in November

By Alli GraceyANAMOSA — Jones County officials are working to complete improvements along Forest Chapel Road before winter, with paving potentially beginning in early November if weath…

October 21, 2026 3 minute read

Jones County awarded $45,000 to expand mental health crisis response services

By Alli Gracey | Journal-EurekaANAMOSA — Jones County law enforcement agencies will soon have additional support responding to mental health emergencies following the announcement of a…

October 21, 2026 5 minute read

Sports

Anamosa boys cross country: How 'bout them Raiders!

Anamosa boys' team, Burrell win RVC titles

October 19, 2026 6 minute read

Anamosa football: Battling to the bitter end

Raider offense struggles in setback

October 19, 2026 5 minute read

Anamosa girls cross country: A good dress rehearsal

Lloyd claims All-RVC honors

October 19, 2026 3 minute read

Anamosa volleyball: Getting tournament ready

Raiders compete at RVC event

October 19, 2026 4 minute read

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Between the lines: Making a dream come true

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Between the lines: Generational types of talent

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AI is Reshaping the Workforce

Tue, 07/07/2026 - 20:25

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Dr. Gerald “Gerry” Gale Barker

July 13, 1943 – August 29, 2026 Dr. Gerald “Gerry” Gale Barker, 83, of rural Anamosa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, at his beloved BAR-K-R following a courageous two…

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Jones County considers lowering speed limit in Fairview

By Alli Gracey FAIRVIEW — Concerns about speeding vehicles and increasing traffic near local businesses have prompted Jones County officials to consider a new traffic study and possibl…

October 21, 2026 2 minute read

Dillon Military Bridge sale moves closer, but agreement remains unfinished

By Alli GraceyANAMOSA — Plans to transfer ownership of the Dillon Military Bridge to the Anamosa Dam Bridge Foundation are moving forward, although several proposed changes to the agre…

October 21, 2026 3 minute read

Forest Chapel Road paving could begin in November

By Alli GraceyANAMOSA — Jones County officials are working to complete improvements along Forest Chapel Road before winter, with paving potentially beginning in early November if weath…

October 21, 2026 3 minute read

Jones County awarded $45,000 to expand mental health crisis response services

By Alli Gracey | Journal-EurekaANAMOSA — Jones County law enforcement agencies will soon have additional support responding to mental health emergencies following the announcement of a…

October 21, 2026 5 minute read

Anamosa approves five-year employee timekeeping contract

By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — The Anamosa City Council unanimously approved a five-year agreement with TimeClock Plus on Oct. 12, replacing the city’s current employee timekeep…

October 20, 2026 3 minute read

Highway 136 paving project expected to bring detour next spring

ANAMOSA — Motorists traveling Iowa Highway 136 can expect a detour next spring as the Iowa Department of Transportation prepares for a paving project in the Cascade area.Jones County E…

October 20, 2026 2 minute read

Jones County officials raise safety concerns over deteriorating E16 pavement

ANAMOSA — Deteriorating pavement along County Road E16 has raised safety concerns among Jones County officials, prompting discussions about temporary repairs and possible warning signs…

October 20, 2026 2 minute read

Unexpected costs raise concerns over Anamosa downtown façade project

By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — A nearly $69,000 proposal for additional repairs to a downtown building has raised questions about construction estimates, financial responsibilit…

October 20, 2026 6 minute read

Anamosa schools plan long-term facilities spending outlook

ANAMOSA — Anamosa Community School District officials plan to take a longer look at upcoming facility needs, mapping out major expenses over the next five to seven years.Superintendent…

October 20, 2026 2 minute read

Targeted instruction helps Anamosa elementary students make academic gains

By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — A targeted approach to reading and math instruction is helping Anamosa elementary students strengthen foundational skills, with district educators…

October 20, 2026 6 minute read

Anamosa boys cross country: How 'bout them Raiders!

Anamosa boys' team, Burrell win RVC titles

October 19, 2026 6 minute read

Anamosa football: Battling to the bitter end

Raider offense struggles in setback

October 19, 2026 5 minute read

Anamosa girls cross country: A good dress rehearsal

Lloyd claims All-RVC honors

October 19, 2026 3 minute read

Anamosa volleyball: Getting tournament ready

Raiders compete at RVC event

October 19, 2026 4 minute read

Springville cross country: Wow, take a bow boys

Oriole boys cruise to third TRC title in a row

October 19, 2026 5 minute read

Springville football: Staying in the moment

Orioles claim playoff clinching win over Central City

October 19, 2026 5 minute read

Midland cross country: Back in the team scoring

Eagles seventh at TRC meet

October 19, 2026 2 minute read

Midland volleyball: Taking advantage of the opportunity

WYOMING Having exacted a little revenge on Calamus-Wheatland a week earlier, the Midland volleyball team hoped to do it again during their Tri-Rivers Conference tournament pool pl…

October 19, 2026 3 minute read

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