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…
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…
Pink in the Park carries on legacy of two sisters, supports local cancer care
By Alli Gracey | Journal-EurekaANAMOSA — What began as a way to honor two sisters lost to breast cancer has grown into a community tradition that continues to support cancer patients a…
When cancer affects the whole family: Two boys find friendship, understanding at Camp Kesem
By Alli Gracey | Journal-EurekaJONES COUNTY — For Alvin and Joey, their mother’s cancer diagnosis meant more than doctor appointments, surgeries and treatments.It meant mornings when s…
More than a diagnosis: Julie Ahrendsen reflects on cancer, family and the community that carried her through
By Alli Gracey | Journal-EurekaANAMOSA — When Julie Ahrendsen discovered a lump in her right breast in May 2021, she never imagined that a single doctor’s appointment would change the …
Anamosa downtown façade project moves forward despite construction challenges
By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — Anamosa’s downtown façade revitalization project continues to move forward despite unexpected construction challenges involving aging buildings, c…
Jones County advances E28 road project, schedules public hearing
ANAMOSA — Plans to improve County Road E28 are moving forward as Jones County officials prepare for a public hearing and continue acquiring right of way for the project.The Jones Count…
Jones County approves Dillon Military Bridge transfer agreement with two changes
ANAMOSA — The future of the historic Dillon Military Bridge moved another step toward preservation Tuesday as the Jones County Board of Supervisors approved an agreement to transfer th…
Anamosa approves subdivision plans following drainage, infrastructure discussions
By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — The Anamosa City Council approved plans for two subdivisions Oct. 12 following discussions about stormwater runoff, infrastructure requirements an…
State audit identifies repeated financial reporting issues in Anamosa
By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — A newly released state audit of the city of Anamosa identified 14 findings involving financial reporting, internal controls and tax increment fina…
Anamosa combines street projects as construction costs rise
By Alli GraceyJournal-EurekaANAMOSA — Rising construction costs have prompted the City of Anamosa to combine portions of two previously planned street improvement projects, with city o…
Anamosa special education deficit climbs to $541,000
ANAMOSA — Anamosa Community School District officials are monitoring a special education deficit of approximately $541,000 following a significant increase in fiscal year 2026.The defi…
District looks to housing growth as enrollment declines
ANAMOSA — New housing development could become an important piece of Anamosa Community School District’s effort to slow declining enrollment, though district officials say it could tak…
Student Success Coordinator works to keep Anamosa students connected to learning
ANAMOSA — When an Anamosa Middle School student is struggling with behavior, the goal isn’t simply to remove the student from class.It’s to find a way to get the student successfully b…
Love beyond loss: Author turns grief into paranormal mystery series
By Alli Gracey | Journal-EurekaWhen Todd Voter lost his wife of 36 years to breast cancer in May 2020, he turned to writing to hold on to the memories of their life together.What began…
Anamosa schools remain short on paraeducators despite new hires
ANAMOSA — The Anamosa Community School District continues to face a paraeducator shortage despite adding several new employees.The Anamosa Community School District Board of Education …