Lake Darling project seeks public input in Brighton
The Lake Darling water quality plan near Brighton in Washington County invites public comment through December 6. Environmental specialist Chris Van Gorp reports the 240 acre lake suffers excess phosphorus and silt and requires about a 77 percent reduction to preserve swimming fishing and water supply uses.
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Iowa DNR unveils Lake Darling water quality plan
The Iowa DNR outlines a total maximum daily load study for Lake Darling and its 12 000 acre watershed. A Washington County Soil and Water Conservation District coordinated project aims to reduce sediment and nutrients with ponds terraces and better tillage. Public comments are invited and will guide the report before EPA approval.
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Ced-Rel Supper Club Sold to Jeff and Deb Selzer
Ken Selzer reveals Ced-Rel will be operated by his son Jeff and daughter-in-law Deb with the name and menu retained. Chef Jimmy Booze to stay at least six months, possibly longer. Selzer plans about 17 more parking spaces and notes the restaurant’s history dating to Whip Luenzi and Stretch Ced-Rel. Pat Snyder plans to stay through mid December after selling following her son Steve’s death.
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Linn County Democrats Pancake Breakfast in Lisbon
LISBON The Linn County Democrats Pancake Breakfast is today from 7 to 11 am at the United Methodist Church 200 E Market St. Lisbon. Tickets are $5 per person, children under 5 free, and rides can be arranged by calling 362 6275.
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City considers flood control land donation and moratorium
Marion City Council weighs changing flood plain standards as staff reports on a land donation intended for flood control. Resident Schlotterback notes the parcel could aid the 29th Avenue extension and be kept as a natural area or trail site while the driving range lease continues for nine years with a 10 year option.
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Schlotterback
Indian Creek Road
29Th Avenue
Bluestem weighs easements for Viola landfill site opposition
Hogan says Bluestem may seek easements to study a Viola landfill site. If pursued the next step is researching historical significance and cultural resources, with access needed for an engineering study estimated at about 371000 dollars. Opponents note proximity to Grant Wood artwork and ecological concerns.
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Bluestem
Grant Wood
Viola
Johnson County shifts shape in state Legislature
James Q. Lynch reports that Johnson County’s political balance is evolving as conservative Republicans Dan Boddicker Sandy Greiner David Miller and Richard Drake win seats in districts absorbing Johnson County areas. Leaders see mixed signals with voters open to varied viewpoints while party control remains contested.
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People’s Republic
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Tipton and Sons
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Keota
David Miller
Cedar
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Boddicker
House
Dick Myers
Lown City
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