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Chapter JU-LT hears about data centers

Projections for a 150,000 square ft data center building to house a private, unrevealed business is being considered as a $350M capital investment in building and equipment. Presented as economic development “a data center in Marshalltown will help stabilize energy bills over the long haul, and generate $3M per year in property taxes,” said Mike Schlesinger. The Edgewood Drive location being considered will be the decision of the Marshalltown City Council. During the chapter business meeting, Treasurer Christin Hobson reminded members of the upcoming chapter dues deadline and the ...

Chapter BB conducts two meetings

P.E.O. Chapter BB met twice recently. The September meeting was held at the Binford House. The program was given by Marshalltown City Administrator Carol Webb who reviewed 2026 highlights so far this year. She also discussed projects that are still underway as a result of the tornado and derecho. The October meeting was held at the home of Sue Ashton where she presented a program about her many collections of Depression Glass. P.E.O. (Philanthropic Education Organization) founded in 1869 is a nonprofit sisterhood that has helped women pursue educational goals by providing millions of ...

Making A Difference Together through Chapter MJ

In following with Chapter MJ’s program theme of Making A Difference Together, Linda Havelka, executive director of CAPS (Child Adolescent & Parent Support), shared how their organization works with other programs in the county to make life less challenging for those families less fortunate. Havelka outlined the six programs CAPS implement. CAPS is there for families to help provide them with knowledge on how to be a teacher to their children and care for them effectively and provide for them adequately. A CAPS program started two years ago is Faith In Action. There are currently 11 ...

October Yard Of The Month honors Colemans

The Marshalltown Garden Club introduced a program to recognize local homes with attractive curb appeal. The October Yard Of The Month is the home of Jerry and Cherri Coleman at 301 S. Ninth St. Although originally from Iowa, Colemans lived in Florida for 10 years. After retirement they moved to Marshalltown to be closer to family in Iowa. One of the most noticeable features of the home is the North stone wall leading to the lower level built by the former owner. Garden Spaces are edged with brick and rock areas. Earlier seasonal blooms included lilacs, tulips, peonies, iris, ...