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Mike Culp honored by VFW National Council

In June of 2026, Mr. Mike Culp, a resident at the Iowa Veterans Home, was recognized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Council for his many years of membership and service to the V.F.W. Members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Harry C. Harter Post 839 Marshalltown, Iowa, where Mike served, presented him with his Certificate of Appreciation.

2nd annual Tent Revival to return to Conrad

On Aug. 7-9, a 3-night outdoor tent revival will be held again in Conrad at the City Park (by the family aquatic center). This is the second year in a row local pastors John Erthein (First Presbyterian Church, Conrad), Tim Freeman (Beacon Christian Church, Conrad), Randy Ponce (Alice Church of God, Conrad), Jennifer Schwartz (Cornerstone Methodist Church, Grundy Center) and John Richter (Union Community Church, Union) have organized a community tent meeting to encourage togetherness in faith in Jesus Christ. Each evening of worship will feature singing, prayer and preaching centered ...

Call for local mural artists

Arts + Culture Alliance is always looking to connect with local artists who are interested in creating public art throughout Marshall County. Whether the artist is an experienced muralist, have assisted on mural projects before, or are eager to paint that very first mural, Arts + Culture Alliance wants to hear from you. As mural opportunities continue to grow across the community, Arts + Culture Alliance is building an updated directory of local artists who are interested in mural work. This directory helps connect artists with businesses, organizations and community projects looking ...

Call for Marshall County Spanish/Bilingual songwriters to apply for Día de los Muertos Showcase

The Arts + Culture Alliance is seeking Marshall County songwriters who create and perform original music in Spanish, English or a blend of both languages for an upcoming Día de los Muertos Songwriters Showcase this fall. The showcase will celebrate the healing power of music while honoring Latino culture, storytelling and community through original songs. While details about the event will be announced at a later date, the ACA is now accepting applications from local musicians interested in being part of this special performance. To be eligible, applicants must: • Be 16 years of ...

Fairall Memorial Scholarships awarded for 2026-27

Marshalltown Community College Foundation and the Fairall Memorial Scholarship committee celebrated with student recipients and families the selection for one of MCC’s most prestigious scholarships. Because members of their families chose to serve in the Armed Forces, these MCC students were eligible and eventually selected as recipients of the Loyal S. and Helen Fairall Memorial Scholarships for 2026-27. The committee awarded seven scholarships to the following recipients: Kaylie Andrews, Isabelle Rawlins, William Rawlins, Jayden Beichley, Elizabeth Downs, Bayleigh Tompkins and ...