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Monticello partners with prison for work release

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 9:32am

The Monticello community could soon see some new workers around town. 

The city entered into a 28E agreement with the Anamosa State Penitentiary to utilize inmates on work release in Monticello. 

The idea was actually facilitated by the Cemetery Board. They brought the idea to the city council’s attention, and it has been discussed at a few council meetings in the past. 

Parents, student speak out on inmate work release program

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 9:26am

When it came to the topic concerning the City of Monticello’s 28E agreement with the Anamosa State Penitentiary, some parents of the Monticello School District urged the Monticello City Council to reconsider their thinking. 

The city entered into a 28E agreement to utilize low-level-threat inmates to perform work release tasks for the city. 

Recycling denim for a great cause

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 9:23am

Theisen’s Home•Farm•Auto has partnered with Cotton Incorporated and Blue Jeans Go Green, a denim recycling program for a third year. Customers can recycle any type of denim apparel no matter the condition at any of Theisen’s 24 locations across Iowa and Wisconsin. In return, the customer will receive a coupon toward the purchase of new denim. The campaign will run Oct. 1 through 31. 

State Auditor plans stop in Jones Co.

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 9:23am

State Auditor Rod Sand announced an Eastern Iowa town hall tour, beginning the week of Oct. 14. Sand will be in Jones County on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Anamosa City Hall (107 S. Ford St.) from 2:15-3:15 p.m. Sand will be discussing the current work of the office, talking about the upcoming legislative session, and taking questions from the public as well.

Coalition town hall focuses on drugs and alcohol

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:57am

The Jones County Safe and Healthy Youth Coalition will be hosting a town hall on drugs and alcohol in our community on Tuesday night, Oct. 15 at the National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa. The event will start at 5:30 with a free dinner for everyone. From 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. there will be a volunteer and health fair. Find out about many resources in Jones County and opportunities to make a difference. At the health fair, ASAC will be providing mini-naloxone (Narcan) trainings with a free voucher to get Narcan.

County hears of continuous noise complaint

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:57am

Gary and Loretta Holzinger of Stone City were present at the Oct. 1 Jones County Board of Supervisor meeting to discuss their ongoing noise complaint with the General Store. 

The Holzingers initially expressed their issues with loud band music emitting from the General Store back in May 2017. After hearing their case, the supervisors added a stipulation to the General Store’s liquor license that they could not have loud music after 10 p.m. 

Public Health shares annual health report

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:56am

Jenna Lovaas, Jones County Public Health coordinator, presented her annual report to the Board of Supervisors during their Oct. 1 meeting. 

In August 2018, Public Health expanded their staffing to include a Community Health Specialist, Jess Wiedenhoff. 

“This has made a huge difference in our capacity to support community partners and expand our own programs,” said Lovaas. 

Auditor changes polling locations for elections

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:54am

What is changing: 

Onslow Council meeting Sept. 9

Published by admin on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 8:46am

The meeting was called to order at 6 p.m. by Mayor Russ Benke. Roll call was taken. Council members Curtis Thornhill, Marilyn Gray, Cory Oberbreckling, Joe Paulsen, and Betty Jordan were present. 

Paulsen made a motion to approve the consent agenda, with the addition of USDA sewer. Jordan seconded. Motion carried. 

Candidates file for school, city elections

Published by admin on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 2:02pm

Sept. 19 was the deadline for candidates to file petitions to run for school board and city elections, set for Tuesday, Nov. 5. 

The following candidates are set to appear on the ballot:

Monticello 

Monticello Board of Education candidates include: John Schlarmann, running for re-election; and Amanda Brenneman, who’s running for Dave Melchert’s seat. 

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