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59th annual Harvest Ball is Nov. 14

Now in its 59th year, the annual Harvest Ball returns Nov. 14. A dinner and auction, it’s St. Francis Catholic School’s largest fundraiser of the year. It will be held at Elmwood Country Club. “The annual Harvest Ball provides an opportunity for families, alumni, supporters and members ...

Furry additions to the family

The Veren family of rural State Center — Marshall County Chief Deputy Ben, his wife Casee and their sons Cooper and Conner — welcomed two new members recently: cats Salt and Peppa, who were rescued as part of a major criminal investigation into animal neglect at a rural Marshalltown ...

At a crossroads

TOLEDO — It’s a pivotal moment in the history of Tama County Public Health and Home Care as the agency celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026 and welcomes new director Kelly Purk as questions linger over whether the Home Care half of the organization will continue to receive public ...

‘A beautiful addition’

Drivers on South Third Avenue might notice a brand new addition arcing over Main Street - an electric “Downtown Marshalltown” gateway arch with acrylic panels which will light up at night. Marshalltown Central Business District (MCBD) Executive Director Danielle Lekin is excited to see ...