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Adel American Legion Post “THANK YOU”

American Legion Post 464 - Adel IowaCourtesy of Adel American Legion Post 464:

Thank you to all who supported the recent fundraiser and USO show benefiting the American Legion roof maintenance fund.

Legion members’ spouses and friends of Adel Post 464 gave generously of their time and talent to contribute homemade desserts and to serve the pasta dinner as well as to organize and perform in the show.

We are so grateful to all […] Continue Reading…

Terry Traveller – This Day in History

Terry TravelerTerry Traveler here, excited for the month ahead.

The other day, Chris and I were discussing our hobbies and I admitted to a slight obsession with “this-day-in-history” so called facts.

I take great joy in knowing that 876 years ago Germany crowned King Koenraad II von Hohenstaufen on the same day as the 9th Soul Train Music Awards awarded Boyz II Men’s “II” the title of […] Continue Reading…

Harry Stine Featured in Forbes

Stine SeedCourtesy of Forbes:

Local businessman Harry Stine of Stine Feeds is to be featured in an article in the April 14, 2014 issue of Forbes...”  Read full article at Forbes.

Stine Seed Company
22555 Laredo Trail
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: 800-362-2510
Website: www.stineseed.com
Email: info@stineseed.com […] Continue Reading…

Animal Hospital of Adel Thinks “Green”

The Animal Hospital of AdelCourtesy of The Animal Hospital:

Since Spring is just around the corner, it’s time to think “Green.”

Here at The Animal Hospital of Adel, we try to watch our carbon footprint.

Beginning this month, we are vowing to use less paper. Billions of trees are cut down every year just for paper products, and we want to do our part by cutting back on paper waste. One way we […] Continue Reading…

Custom Hand-Drawn Artwork from Printed Drawings

Printed Drawings Adel IowaCourtesy of Printed Drawings:

Printed Drawings is a collection of Hand-Drawn Art by Angie Kowalsky, using the mouse and the “blank canvas” of the computer screen.

Their Art Prints add a touch of warmth to the business world Imagine one hanging in a corporate office, boutique, hospital, coffee shop, or even in a bedroom at home.

You’ll find that their […] Continue Reading…

A Little Bit of Adel History at the Public Library

Ade lLibrary Museum Courtesy of the Adel Public Library:

The Adel Public Library has added a new display that celebrates their past.

While cleaning, they discovered previously lost pieces from the former library building.

The pieces were assembled in a historic display reminiscent of their original setting in the former converted church.

Be sure to check it out on […] Continue Reading…

Check Out Stuff Shelf at the Adel Public Library

Adel Library Stuff ShelfCourtesy of the Adel Public Library:

Have you ever needed a tool you really don’t want to buy, or hosted an event and wished you had just one more table?

Come and get some STUFF!

Our new Stuff Shelf has an ever growing amount of stuff you can check out including; tools, cake pans, puzzles, LEGOS, and so much more.

Stop by the library and see what Stuff you might need. Stop by and […] Continue Reading…

American Legion Post 464 Now on Facebook

Courtesy of Adel American Legion Post 464:

American Legion Post 464, which servers Adel Veterans, has a new Facebook page.

Stop by the page and give them a “Like”. […] Continue Reading…

Local Author to Speak at Adel Library Dec. 5th

James Hufferd Troublesome CountryCourtesy of the Adel Public Library:

The Adel Public Library is pleased to welcome Adel native James Hufferd to speak about his book “Troublesome Country” on Thursday, December 5th at 6:30 p.m.

This book “is a forceful statement of what is right about America — as well as a history of where we’ve gone off the track.

With an array of fascinating, little-known details and stories from throughout our history, the author shows how each failure comes from betraying our own ideals, and calls for us to finally live up to them.” […] Continue Reading…

The ADM Athletic Hall of Fame 2014 Class Announced

ADM Alumni AssociationCourtesy of ADM Alumni Association

The ADM High School Athletic selection committee announces the 2014 Hall of Fame Inductees.

The 2014 inductees:

  • Ron Brenner – Teacher and Coach
  • Angie Gilliland – Class of 1989
  • Whitney Johnson – Class of 2005
  • Bric Nelson – Class of 1998

The inductees will be honored at the […] Continue Reading…

ISU Extension; Emerald Ash Borer is Here – Now what

ISU Extension and Outreach Adel IowaCourtesy of the Dallas Co Extension Office

10/8/13 Emerald Ash Borer is Here – Now what

Two informational meetings concerning the presence of emerald ash borer will be held in Cedar Rapids on Nov. 7.

The 1 p.m. meeting is for people in the Green Industry and the 6:30 p.m. meeting is for homeowners.

Read more: http://www.extension.
iastate.edu/
article/emerald-ash-borer-here-now-what […] Continue Reading…

Golden Apple Award Presented to Della Weems

ADM Schools - Adel IowaCourtesy of ADM Shcool District:

ADM High School teacher Della Weems received this month’s Golden Apple Award during the homecoming assembly on October 4th.

She was nominated by Meagn Koch in a letter she wrote telling why Mrs. Weems is so special.

The award was presented by WHO television and Allied Insurance. […] Continue Reading…

Xtreme Tree Inc. Tree Service

Xtreme Tree Inc. Adel Iowa

Complete Tree Service Company Serving the Greater Des Moines, IA area.

As a small business, we take pride in providing high quality tree care.

We are very skilled in removing all trees in any situation, not matter how small or large.

We specialize in hazardous removal. We are available for other services as well.

Call 515-802-4638 for a free estimate or consultation. […] Continue Reading…

4th Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K Results and Photos

2013 John D Gomke 5K Adel IowaDespite of the storm damage from Thursday, the 4th Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K was held worry free  Saturday, September 21st.

The weather was beautiful and the temps were perfect for the race.

By Saturday, cleanup crews had already moved the trees blocking the paths.

Volunteers finished sweeping the trails clean so the runners would have a smooth course. […] Continue Reading…

Adel Kiwanis Donate Basketball Court to Evans Park

Kiwanis Adel, IowaStop by Evan’s Park  in Adel and see the new addition.

Thanks to a very generous donation from the Adel Kiwanis club, the Park and Rec. Department has recently installed a basketball court in Evans park.

“The court is a great addition to our park system.” – Nick Schenck

See photos below. […] Continue Reading…

Adel Kiwanis Every Kid Plays Program Open

Adel Kiwanis-Every Kid Plays ProgramThe Adel Kiwanis has created a program to assist ADM families by helping cover some or all of the participation fees or uniform costs for their k-8 child who participates in ADM activities.

Qualifying activities include […] Continue Reading…

Patriot Day – 911 Remebrance

Patriot Day honors those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001.

By designation of the President, the flag of the United States of America should be  flown at half-mast as a […] Continue Reading…

Adel Awarded $500,000 Community Development Grant

City of AdelCourtesy of City of Adel:

City of Adel Has Been Awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) of $500,000 from the Iowa Economic development Authority (IEDA) for Downtown Revitalization of the City’s Historic Downtown

Adel, IA (August 27, 2013) – The City of Adel has announced that it has been awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) in an amount not to exceed […] Continue Reading…

Thank You to the Citizens of Dallas County

Open letter from: Courtesy of Taxpayers for Responsible Spending

Citizens of Dallas County, the Taxpayers for Responsible Spending Committee would like to thank you for your support in defeating the Dallas County bond issue.

With the sounding defeat I hope the Supervisor’s will open a serious discussion with the City of Adel and the ADM School Board and move ahead with a proposal that is a […] Continue Reading…