DNR Replacing Garbage Cans to Deter Bears from 'Trashing' Parks
By Cindy Petersen The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is placing bear-resistant trash cans at state parks, as more black bears are expected to visit Iowa from Minnesota and …
Two Drivers Cited, One Injured in Three-Vehicle Accident
Two people were cited and another was injured in a three-vehicle crash in Springville on Thursday, June 25. First responders arrived at the scene of Highway 151 and Springville Road at…
Anamosa Firefighter Teaches Area Kids About Firetrucks
By Cindy Petersen There were plenty of junior firefighters on hand at the Anamosa Library and Learning Center, June 24, as they took part in a quick course on firefighting. Anamosa fir…
Board of Supervisors to hire senior dining director
By Cindy Petersen The Jones County Board of Supervisors met for its regular meeting June 16, 2026 at the Jones county Courthouse. Shiela Tjaden and Janine Sulzner representatives with …
4th of July Events in Jones County
Anamosa July 3 The Anamosa Rotary Club is excited to announce plans for the America’s 250th Birthday on July 3r, with a rain date scheduled for July 4th. Community members of all ages …
Shelly's Sewing Studio creates space for creativity, community
By Liv Dennis What began as a longtime dream inspired by quilting friends and memories of gathering around sewing tables has become a reality for Shelly Kephart. Kephart recently opene…
Anamosa History reveals prestige and talent
Anamosa has had many prominent citizens throughout history, including Edmund Booth and Dr. Layman Adair. Boothe was the longtime publisher of the Anamosa Eureka, and Dr. Layman Adair …
Ticks Can Carry Bacteria that Causes Lyme Disease
Being outside during the summer is a given, and even though most people know about ticks and the diseases they carry, they aren’t always prepared when spending time in heavily wooded…
Walmart honors employees, announces donations at celebration
By Cindy Petersen Walmart celebrated its 20-year anniversary with a presentation that included the recognition of Walmart’s longtime employees and remarks by Walmart’s store manager, L…
Former Teacher Honored at All-School reunion
By Cindy Petersen Margaret Doermann (Meg or Mrs. D. to all who know her) will be honored before an Oxford Junction All-School Reunion June 27, Meg will receive guests from 3 to 5 pm at…
Students Tour Midwest with School of Rock
By Cindy Petersen Nathale Gioimo has an interesting name, but his uniqueness doesn’t stop there. He is just one of the students from School of Rock in Marion who will be going on tour …
Anamosa City Council votes to reschedule bridge’s fate
By Cindy Petersen A large group of residents gathered for the Anamosa City Council, which met Monday, June 22 for its regular meeting. They were at the meeting to support John Dirks, w…
Motorcyclist Injured June 20
Jones County, Iowa — A Maquoketa man was injured Saturday afternoon after losing control of his 1980 Honda motorcycle on County Road D61 in Jones County. According to the Iowa State Pa…
Purse and Accessories Fundraiser to assist Youth Coalition
The Jones County Safe and Healthy Youth Coalition Purse and Accessory Sale Fundraiser is this Saturday, June 20, 9-11 a.m. at the Lawrence Community Center in Anamosa. Purses and jewel…
Anamosa Walmart celebrates 20 years and remodel June 19
The Anamosa Walmart is celebrating its 20-year anniversary, as well as the completion of its recent remodel. Visit the store at 101 115th Street on June 19, 9 to 11 am, and join in the…
