It’s very rare that we can say a nation was fundamentally different the day after a major construction project was completed from what it was the day before. But that’s exactly what happened to the United States of America on May 10, 1869, as the First Transcontinental Railroad was ...
CONRAD — “Set Sail to Conrad” for a two-day celebration Friday and Saturday featuring a parade, live music, kids’ activities, car show and tournaments such as golf, pickleball and bags, and more. “I think the purpose of the theme was kind of to just draw people in — a little ...
Just two days after a grand opening ceremony and ribbon cutting for the brand new Apgar Family Water Plaza near Mega-10 Park in Marshalltown, the Parks and Recreation Department announced in a social media post that the feature is temporarily closed due to vandalism and the need for ...
A long-awaited dream was officially realized and celebrated on a balmy Saturday morning as the Apgar Family Water Plaza — located next to Mega-10 Park just off of South 6th Street — opened to the public following a dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting. Arts + Culture Alliance ...
ALBION — As Rev. Ian McMullen wound down the final service in the 170-year history of the First Presbyterian Church in Albion on Sunday morning, he offered words of hope to the crowd of worshippers likely experiencing a wide range of emotions on such a bittersweet occasion. “In the ...
Albion kicked off Marshall County’s summer fiesta season with its annual Rail-Trail Festival Friday and Saturday. The “Red, White and You,” themed event drew hundreds over the weekend. Features were a cookout, live music, volleyball and a large parade. Parade participants and onlookers ...
