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23rd Annual Garden Art Fair returns to Reiman Gardens on Sunday

AMES — Art, nature and creativity come together once again as Reiman Gardens welcomes visitors to its 23rd Annual Garden Art Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 12. One of Iowa's premier outdoor art festivals, the event will feature more than 80 talented artists and vendors showcasing an impressive variety of handcrafted works throughout the beautiful gardens. Guests can browse and shop for unique, handcrafted creations including jewelry, pottery, watercolor paintings, photography, metal art, glass, woodwork, garden décor, textiles and much more while enjoying one of the most ...

11 days. 11 ways to celebrate Fair Spirit, Aug. 13–23

DES MOINES — From mouthwatering Fair favorites and thrilling rides to live entertainment, Blue Ribbon competitions and unforgettable family fun, all 11 days of the 2026 Iowa State Fair are packed with memory making moments. Discover new attractions, exhibits and experiences for an unforgettable celebration of America250 and Fair Spirit, Aug. 13–23. Fair Spirit is found in every... 1. FLAVOR, with must-have Fair foods that capture the goodness of the Iowa State Fair. The Best New Food Event will take place at 1 p.m. on July 14 – watch it Live on Facebook, then wait for the reveal ...

Pairings: An Evening of Wine, Mocktails and Small Bites

AMANA — Two award winning wineries in the Amana Colonies, Fireside Winery and White Cross Cellars along with Midwest Leather and Fudge Factory announce July 24 as the date for Pairings: An Evening of Wine, Mocktails and Small Bites. This is the fourth year for this popular event that features tastings of six small bites expertly paired together with wine or mock cocktails. Midwest Leather and Fudge Factory is joining the fun this year as they partner with Fireside Winery and White Cross Cellars to present this tasty evening of food and drink pairings in the village of Amana. The ...

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

July 8-11 - 2026 Central Iowa Fair July 8 Morning Cards, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Afternoon Cards, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.- Marshalltown Senior Citizens Center Free sack lunch provided by Community Meal Organization, Melbourne Library, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Gordon Flesch Company Open House-Gordon Flesch Company, 5801 Westminster Drive, Cedar Falls, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Meet Iowa Guard Chazadi “Chit Chat” Wright) Farmers Market - Cartwright Downtown Farmers Market, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Youth Group "Where Everyone Belongs" - Hope United Methodist Church, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Road Closure

The Marshall County Road Department has closed the 2600 mile of 255th Street as of July 6 for the purpose of replacing a culvert. Work is expected to be completed by 4 p.m. on July 8. There is not a posted detour route. For more information call the Road Department at 641-754-6343.

ALMANAC

LOCAL GRAINS The prices paid for cash grain in central Iowa at the close of trade on July 6, 2026. Corn: $3.93 - 4.09 Soybeans: $11.34 - 11.41 Weather Reporting Guidelines Temperatures Yesterday's High 86 Yesterday's Low 67 Last High 80 Last Low 70 Precipitation Through 7 a.m. 0.00 inches Year-to-date 26.93 inches Last year-to-date 20.16 inches Barometer Today at 4:00 p.m. 30.08 Daylight Sunrise Tomorrow 5:44 a.m. Sunset Tomorrow 8:50 p.m. River Level Yesterday at 4 p.m. 15.53 ft. (flood stage is 18 feet for low-lying areas of Marshall County.)