Monticello Library Readies for Move to Renaissance Center
The Mary Lovell LeVan Renaissance Center in Monticello nears opening with walls painted and doors hung. The Ross and Elizabeth Baty Library will house books videos and more on the second floor. A June 10 ribbon cutting is planned and donations include 500000 from LeVan family 400000 Vision Iowa grant 90000 from Jones County and 500000 from the city. A new children’s area and space for young adults are planned with expanded computer access. A 1879 bas relief titled Triumphant Return found during Masonic temple demolition will be exhibited once the library opens.
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Ve Gnette Monticello
Mary Lovell
Children’s
Dr. Seuss
Keleher
Husman
Digmann
the Gazette
Jon Husman
Marilyn Wilbricht
Teri Keleher
Monticello Public
Monticello Airport Serves Monticello Aviation Firm
Monticello Regional Airport hosts Monticello Aviation Inc a firm offering maintenance storage and flight instruction. Dan Kromminga a shop technician from Monticello removes a panel during a yearly inspection on a Cessna 210 at the airport located half a mile south of town on Highway 38. The airport was built in the mid 1960s through local business and industrial leaders.
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Monticello
Highway 38
Monticello Aviation Inc
Fair manager recounts storms and stars at Great Jones County Fair
John Harms the fairs general manager recalls storms sparking amplifiers as Jerry Reed kept singing until a crew member dragged him off stage. He notes many stars performed since 1995 including Clint Black LeAnn Rimes George Jones Toby Keith and Meat Loaf aided by Ohio booking agency and a large corps of volunteers.
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Jerry Reed
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Harms
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County Fair
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Willie Nelson
Black
Jones County Fair
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Lee Greenwood
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Oak Ridge Boys
Three Dog Night
Martina McBride
Alabama
Kenny Chesney
Styx
John Michael Montgomery
Kenny Rogers
Crystal Gayle
Beach Boys
Vince Gill
Chubby Checkers
Rascal Flatts
the Fair
George
Great Jones County Fair Dates Open In July
This year the Great Jones County Fair runs July 19 through 23. The concert lineup is not announced yet. For updates visit the fair’s website or contact Suzanne Barnes at the provided email and phone number.
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Monticello Residents Praise Towns People and Growth
Monticello residents describe the city as friendly with unique shops and strong education options including a Kirkwood Community College branch. Local business owners cite a diverse economy, digital signage efforts, and a welcoming climate that attracts residents back who previously left. The town plans a new Eagles Club on Route 38 to host events with volunteer labor.
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Kirkwood Community College
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