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Fuller’s BP of Adel Announcement
Courtesy of Fuller’s BP of Adel:
After 37 years on “THE” corner in Adel it is with mixed emotions that we announce that “Fuller’s” will be closing as we are selling our property.
While we are not retiring (much too young for that), it is time to cut back a little bit on work hours. We will continue with our bulk fuel delivery business.
We will […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller – Reviews Fuller Massage
Courtesy of Fuller Massage Therapy
I give Terry a hard time about the adventure stories. But when it comes to reviews Terry is always professional and spot on. – Editor
This month I’d like to share with our readers my experience receiving a massage from Fuller Massage in Adel.
I was given a massage gift certificate from my editor who […] Continue Reading…
Adel Residents Are Heard During FDA’s CF Drug Hearing
Michelle Roling and Alex Hall
A follow up on the presentation Michelle Roling and her son, Alex made to address the FDA about a possible new drug in the fight of Cystic Fibrosis. – Editor
Guest Writer: Michelle Roling
On Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Alex Hall (19 year old Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Patient) and myself, his mom, had an amazing opportunity to speak at the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Pulmonary-Allergy Drugs Advisory Committee (PADAC) in a […] Continue Reading…
Thank You, Chief McNeil
Courtesy of City of Adel:(An open letter to retiring Adel Police Chief, Jim McNeil – Editor)
On behalf of the city council, staff, and the citizens of Adel I would like to express my sincere appreciation and deepest sense of gratitude for your 29 years of dedicated service to […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller – Travel Tips
Travel can be scary so make sure you know where your towel is with these helpful tips from world famous travel writer and author of the 1987 classic, “Terry-cloth Treasures: 101 New Ways to Use Your Towel”, DiscoverAdel.com correspondent Terry Traveler!
1. Atlas: Oh sure, you could use a smart phone but I wouldn’t hire Siri as my travel guide. Bring an atlas so you can see the big picture – the entire country or continent you are […] Continue Reading…
How Terry Traveller Became a “Writer”
I am often asked by my editor, “how did you ever become a writer?”
His question is understandable – talent like mine is not a product of education, but of deep soul searching and impossible charm.
So I will tell you, dear readers, what I have often given as a response to this inquiry of how I became a travel writer.
It was a late spring evening, a humid night in May, one of […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller’s Foreign Correspondence – Woo Part 3
The legal team said something about an “homage” and freedom of speech… and, due to a contractual agreement, the saga continues. – Editor
Back again readers of the most exciting travel journal since Betty Lou Grimes’ classic, “My Living Room in Flushings, NY- A Photo Essay”.
I have recovered from my recent malady, thanks to several overnight packages of aloe Vera, […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller’s Foreign Correspondence – Woo Part 2
From our… “illustrious explorer”. – Editor
Hello, hello fellow travelers! It is I, Terry Traveler here with Part II of my adventures traveling to the mostly unknown island of Waponi Woo or “Little island with a big volcano”.
I can say that homesickness has begun to show its menacing face upon the wrinkles of my lobster red face, neck, and scalp.
I ran out of sunscreen […] Continue Reading…
Adel Dental Group Ribbon Cutting & Open House June 19th
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:
Please join the Chamber in welcoming Adel Dental Group to Adel.
You are invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday, June 19th at 4:30 pm.
Following the ribbon cutting there will be an open house.
We hope to see you there! […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller’s Foreign Correspondence – Woo Part 1
Terry sent this one in a bottle. Written in yellow crayon and mailed to the office… “postage due”. – Editor
Terry here, and this time, I am truly traveling.
I was recently sent on assignment to a tiny gem of this world at the base of the Big Woo and from my small hut-like home base I send you this three-part greeting.
I am writing a […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller Series – The Story of the Orange Parka
I’ve always been a little nervous to ask Terry, “what’s up with the orange parka?” Anyone who’s followed Terry knows that thing is a hallmark of our “illustrious friend”. So imagine my delight when Terry carrier pidegeoned this to the office. – Editor
Dear Fellow Travelers,
My trademark orange parka has been with me for ages. I remember my previous jacket, a lime […] Continue Reading…
Harvey’s Ribbon Cutting & Open House (with Photos)
Courtesy of Harvey’s Greenhouse:
Valerie and Mike Sutton had a great turn out of well wishers at the Harvey’s Greenhouse Ribbon cutting and Open House last Friday, May 8th.
Valerie and Mike continue the tradition of the 114 year family business, previously owned by Valerie’s grandparent’s, Don and Mary Harvey.
Mike and Valerie are […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller Series – Episode Two
Terry is back out in the field, and has sent in this recent report in Terry’s on going series.
Inspired by a visit to Terry’s 23rd class reunion (it’s Terry and I’ve quit asking.)
Nonetheless, with a respectful nod to Theodor Seuss Geisel, “this isn’t a story about Here. It isn’t a story about There. It’s a story about Everywhere”. – Editor
Dear Fellow Travelers,
And now, a wise fable by the prolific author and DiscoverAdel.com correspondent, Terry Traveler. […] Continue Reading…
Maximum Physical Therapy Ribbon Cutting May 19th
Maximum Physical Therapy in Adel will hold a Ribbon Cutting and Open House – Tuesday, May 19th at 3:30 pm.
Please come out and help welcome them to Adel.
Maximum Physical Therapy LLC
817 Main St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-2170 […] Continue Reading…
Kim Layland Real Estate Ribbon Cutting April 30th
Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:
Please join the Chamber in welcoming Kim Layland and Orton Homes to Adel!
You are invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony for Kim Layland Real Estate.
Thursday, April 30th, 4:00 – 6:30 pm at 1017 Shelby Drive, Adel, IA.
Kim Layland with RE/MAX Precision is proud to be […] Continue Reading…
UMC Evening of Love Songs – Thank you!
Courtesy of Adel United Methodist Church
Let’s be honest, we know why it all came together!
Praise God for the wonderful weekend of the 25th Anniversary Evening of Love Songs.
Thanks so much to each of you who were there, for those of you who prayed, for the performers, for the cooks, for the youth, for […] Continue Reading…
Terry Traveller Series – Episode One
I’ve know Terry for longer than we’ve been publishing DiscoverAdel.com.
Terry’s business reviews are always clear and on the spot, so why wouldn’t I sign Terry to do a series of travel pieces?
Well, … we start a fascinating series (contractual agreement) of Terry’s unique travels. I suggest you take it with a grain of salt, I add lemon and ice to mine.
– Editor […] Continue Reading…
Waukee Senior Residents Moved by Students’ Performance
Courtesy of Watermark Communities/VillageLegacyPointe:
North Waukee Middle School students in the eighth-grade jazz band put on a performance for 52 residents from The Village at Legacy Pointe in Waukee.
While all attendees enjoyed the youthful performance, some residents who live with memory loss or dementia were deeply moved. One such resident, who was moved to tears, said […] Continue Reading…
Garden of Grace – Grace Lutheran Adel
Courtesy of Grace Lutheran Church:
Garden of Grace is a new community mission to help feed the hungry in and around the ADM community.
A plot of land at Adel’s Grace Lutheran Church will be prepared by volunteers to receive produce seeds and/or plants.
Volunteer by sending an e-mail to Marty Radke at mtradke@gmail.com or call 314-5650. […] Continue Reading…
