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Iowa HHS reports first West Nile Virus case for 2026

DES MOINES — The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services reports the first West Nile virus infection identified in 2026. The individual is an adult (18-40 years) from eastern Iowa and the infection was confirmed through a test at the State Hygienic Laboratory. Warm summer weather means Iowans are spending more time outside which increases the risk of mosquito bites. Bites from infected mosquitos are the primary method in which humans are infected with the virus. Mosquito testing in Iowa has detected West Nile virus this season, indicating risk for infection. For the best ...

Parenting by Love and Logic at Guiding Star

Karen Mussig, school counselor and mother of six, will present a parenting class based on the book, “Parenting with Love and Logic.” The class is based on the love and logic parenting theory, which is a gentle parenting strategy that emphasizes empathy, acceptance and natural consequences. The class is geared for parents of toddlers through adolescent age and will be held from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Aug. 12 at Guiding Star Marshalltown, 2501 S. Center St. – Suite M. According to Mussig, “If you’re feeling the frustration of parenting and would like to learn how, for example, to ...

Wheels and Wings Bike Ride is Sept. 19

Join Story County Conservation, the Iowa Outdoor Alliance of Story County and the Iowa Bicycle Coalition from 8 a.m. to noon on Sept. 19 for Wheels & Wings, a monarch-themed bike ride celebrating the Heart of Iowa Nature Trail and its connections with communities, conservation and cycling across southern Story County. Pedal through Slater, Huxley, Cambridge, Maxwell and Collins as the trail links these five communities (21 miles one way) into one shared outdoor experience. Ride along a corridor that not only brings people together, but also supports native habitats along the monarch ...

City seeking applicants for the Water Works Board of Trustees

The City of Marshalltown is seeking volunteer applicants for an opening on the Water Works Board of Trustees, term ending May 1, 2028. This Board consists of three members who serve six-year terms and meet monthly. This is one of the only non-elected boards in the City that are compensated for their service. The Board of Trustees is responsible for the requirements as set forth in the Marshalltown Code of Ordinances, 31.046. The board selects and hires a General Manager to oversee the daily operations. This group is also responsible for approving policies related to the operations ...

MAUW invites the community to the 17th Annual Power of the Purse

The Marshalltown Area United Way is excited to announce its signature fundraising event, the 17th Annual Power of the Purse Oct. 23 at Midnight Garden, 1501 S. 17th Ave., Marshalltown. This year's event theme, "Couture in Bloom – Accessorizing for a Stronger Community," celebrates the beauty of generosity, the strength of community partnerships and the lasting impact the community can make when people come together. "As this is my first-year leading Power of the Purse as Executive Director of the Marshalltown Area United Way, I am incredibly excited to build upon the success of this ...

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Aug. 7-8 Maxwell Old Settlers Picnic Aug. 7-9 Big Brothers/Big Sisters Gaming for Good - Esports Tournament Melbourne Mousehole Days Traer Winding Stairs Festival Aug. 7 Cards, Senior Citizens Center, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cards/Games, Senior Citizens Center, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Mini Opening of Downtown's Tiny Art Walk, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Meet at 101 W. Main St.-Vacant Lot) MCBD Presents Live After 5, Main Street Event Block North Side of the Courthouse, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Live Music by Jim Lankelma, Tannin, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Kid's Night, Marshalltown Speedway, 6:45 ...