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Dallas County Warming Centers for Anticipated Cold Temps
DALLAS COUNTY WARMING CENTERS
“Dallas County, IA – In anticipation of life-threatening cold temperatures that are expected to make their way through Central Iowa over the next few days, the following facilities are designated as warming centers.
AHeinz57 – 4002 Ash Street De Soto / Monday-Friday 11 AM-7 PM; Saturday-Sunday 11 AM-4 PM (welcomes citizens and their pets. Adel Library – […] Continue Reading…
2024 Vintage Made Fair Vendor Application
Whether you are creating your first small business, launching a new line, or building your consumer base, Vintage & Made Fair sets your business for growth and success by positioning your brand in front of an engaged and expansive audience.
Don’t hesitate to try and make Vintage & Made Fair the event to showcase your talents/wares and have fun with over 175 fellow […] Continue Reading…
Summer Portzen Appointed as Dallas County Treasurer
“ADEL, IOWA – On December 5, 2023 the Dallas County Board of Supervisors appointed Summer Portzen to the position of Dallas County Treasurer. Portzen replaces recently retired Treasurer, Mitch Hambleton.
“I am honored to serve as the County Treasurer. Over the past two years with this office, I have seen the dedication of the employees in both the Motor Vehicle and the Tax Department work with determination, […] Continue Reading…
2024 ADM Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association
The 2024 inductees into the ADM Alumni Hall of Fame have been announced.
2024 ADM Hall of Fame Inductees:
Kingsley (Chip) Clarke – Class of 1961
Gavin Glenn – Class of 2012
Keegan Mumma – Class of 2012
Molly Jacobsen – Class of 2016
These honorees […] Continue Reading…
Jean Barrett Obituary – Visitation Dec 20th
Jean Marie Barrett, 65, passed away with family by her side through it all on December 3, 2023, at UCSD Hospital in La Jolla, California.
She was born August 29, 1958, to John Melvin and Jean Moorman (Liggit) Dunleavy in Ames, Iowa.
Jean graduated from Ames High School and married her high school sweetheart, Michael Barrett […] Continue Reading…
Remembering Nile Kinnick’s Heisman Trophy Speech Dec 06
Today marks the 84th Anniversay of Nile Kinnck’s Heisman Trophy Speech. December 6th. 1939.
Remembering Nile Kinnick on the anniversary of his iconic Heisman speech – KCCI
“ADEL, Iowa — It was Dec. 6, 1939, when Adel native and Hawkeyes football star Nile Kinnick received the Heisman Trophy.
Kinnick delivered […] Continue Reading…
ISU Protect Trees and Shrubs from Winter Damage
Trees and shrubs are susceptible to damage from animals, snow, and salt.
AMES, Iowa – As leaves and temperatures fall, trees and shrubs in the home landscape become increasingly at risk for damage from animals, snow load, salt, sunscald, and desiccation.
Fortunately, there is still time to protect trees and shrubs from winter damage.
Aaron Steil, […] Continue Reading…
2024 Programs Discussed at Strategic Planning Meeting
November 28, 2024
Topics for 2024 Programs Discussed at Strategic Planning Meeting
Adel, Iowa –The Dallas County Extension Council, in collaboration with the Iowa State University (ISU) Extension, convened a pivotal meeting on November 20th to strategize and discuss upcoming programming initiatives tailored to the needs of […] Continue Reading…
Adel Historic Museum Hosts River to River Retro Road Trip
Annually, the River to River Retro Road Trip begins in Davenport and ends in Council Bluffs, following Historic US Route 6 across Iowa over four days.
This year’s trip saw about 40 cars with drivers and some passengers make the trek September 14-17, 2023.
No Interstates, No Chain Restaurants, Just Mom & Pops and Two-Lane Blacktop is the plan. One of the stops this year was at Adel’s […] Continue Reading…
ADM Tiger Pride Yard Signs & Driveway Paw Prints
Help the ADM Junior class students and parents raise money for a safe and fun ADM After Prom!
We will be selling ADM Tiqer Pride Yard Signs and painting RED & BLACK Paw Prints on driveways or sidewalks.
Tiger Paw Prints: $25
2 paws in your choice of both red, both black or one red and one black
• Each additional set at same address $20
• Touch-Up of existing […] Continue Reading…
ISU Ext. and Outreach in Dallas County – New Office Hours
Adel, Iowa – Effective July 21, 2023,
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County will have new office hours.
Monday through Thursday the Dallas County Extension Office will be open from 8 am – 12:30 pm and 1 pm – 5 pm.
Friday the office will be open by appointment only.
Contact staff or […] Continue Reading…
Adel Rotary Happy Bucks Donation to Adel BSA Troop 152
Scouts BSA Troop 152 Scoutmaster Mike Giles, left, received a check for $569 of Happy Bucks August 9 from Adel Rotary President Tim Ennis, center.
Happy Bucks is a way Adel Rotarians share “happy” news at meetings; members throw in a “buck” and then tell about a special event, family vacation, sporting event or team, or even good weather.
It adds to fellowship and is another way to support Troop 152. (photo) […] Continue Reading…
Groundwork Begins on New Dallas County Admin Building
“Turner Construction has started the groundwork for the construction of the new Dallas County Administration Building approved by the Dallas County Board of Supervisors earlier this year.
Located on the property of the former Chrysler Building and Sheriff’s Office in Adel, the new building will house ten county offices, allowing citizens a broad offering of […] Continue Reading…
Audie Carman to Be Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame
Audie Carman of Dallas County will be inducted into the 2023 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, August 20.
Audie Carman will be recognized at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow the presentations.
What started as a simple question “What can I help with” turned into 15 years of volunteering as […] Continue Reading…
Adel Rotary Installs New Officers July 2023
Adel Rotary passed the gavel from President Bob Grove, left, to new President Tim Ennis on Wednesday, July 5.
Ennis joins new 2023-24 officers Amanda Schwantes, President-Elect; Shirley McAdon, Secretary; Past-President Bob Grove; and Board members Steve Conard, Matthew Karns and Paul Zietlow.
Grove will preside over the Club’s work on its […] Continue Reading…
Dallas County 4-H Senior Awards
Dallas County 4-H Senior Awards
Adel – Emma Foley, Sam Greiman and Bailey Renner were awarded the first Dallas County 4-H Senior Awards. They received their recognition during the Dallas County Fair Board Sponsorship Dinner on July 12, 2023.
“The 4-H Senior Award is a joint effort between the Dallas County 4-H Foundation and the Dallas County 4-H Youth Committee […] Continue Reading…
Adel Rotary Provides $1,200 for Books at Meadow View School
The Rotary Club of Adel President Bob Grove presented a check for $1,200 to ADM Meadow View Elementary School Principal Jodi Banse at its May 31 meeting to provide books for a new book vending machine.
The vending machine doesn’t take money, though; students earn coins that allow them to choose a book as a reward for various academic, leadership, and character achievements throughout the (photo after link) […] Continue Reading…
Adel American Legion Post 464 Collecting Items for Veterans
Adel American Legion Post 464:
The Adel American Legion Auxiliary Unit 464 is helping collect needed items as noted on the poster for the DM VA Hospital and DM VA Community Resource & Referral Center to support veterans.
The drop-off box is located at 1305 S. 15th Street, Adel, or call Shirley McAdon at (515) 993-4862 for […] Continue Reading…
Adel UMC Wednesday Night Meal
Wednesday Night Meal at Adel United Methodist Fellowship Hall (Downstairs)
115 S. 10th 5-6:30 pm.
The Wednesday night meal is weekly.
All are Welcome! Free Will Donation
Adel United Methodist Church
115 South Tenth Street | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3791
Website: www.adelumc.org […] Continue Reading…
