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Edencrest at Adel Grand Opening June 26

Edencrest Adel Grand OpeningCourtesy of Edencrest Seniors Living

“Hubbell Realty Company has completed its tenth Edencrest senior living community with Edencrest at Adel.

The community has 70 apartment homes with studios, one and two beds and officially opened to residents in early May.

Edencrest Living communities, which are managed by […] Continue Reading…

ADM Alumni History of ADM Schools

ADM Alumni History of School DistrictsAlumni Treasurer and Adel Mayor, Jim Peters, spearheaded an effort to compile a history of ADM School Districts and Schoolhouses.

We were able to take this information and bring it to life in map form, along with a detailed school history document.

Jim presented a copy of the framed map to the school on behalf of the ADM Alumni Association. […] Continue Reading…

Adel Chamber’s Interactive Mural Ribbon-Cutting May 8

Photo Courtesy of Adel Resident William Freestone

Adel Partners Chamber Unveils Interactive Mural with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Set for May 8 at 12 PM

The Arts & Trails committee of the Adel Partners Chamber is excited to announce the unveiling of its new interactive mural at 109 Nile Kinnick Dr (4way stop)with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, May 8th.

The event, which […] Continue Reading…

2024 Adel Business of the Year – Fiesta Mexican Restaurant

Ade; Busines of the YearThe 2024 Adel Business of the Year was announced April 25 at the Country Lane Lodge, during the Annual Celebrate Adel Dinner.

This year’s recipient is Fiesta Mexican Restaurant. The business of the year goes above and beyond to not only deliver great customer service, but also enhances the Adel business climate and truly improves the community as a whole.

Antonio Berber […] Continue Reading…

2023 Adel Citizen of the Year – Carole Schlapkohl  

Citizen of the Year - Carole Schlapkohl

The 2023 Adel Citizen of the Year was announced April 25 at the Country Lane Lodge, during the Annual Celebrate Adel Dinner.

For many years, Carole Schlapkohl has been a steadfast presence in the community, always ready to lend a helping hand wherever it is needed.

She came to Adel in 1979 and began her career as a teacher and coach. She went on to become the […] Continue Reading…

Join 4-H

4-H logoClover Kids is a fun 4-H program specifically designed for children in kindergarten through third grade. 

The overall purpose of the Iowa 4-H Clover Kids program is to foster the development of life skills that are essential for the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical maturation of kindergarten through third graders by providing a unique, age-appropriate educational opportunity.

4-H is designed for […] Continue Reading…

Passport Services Now at Dallas County Recorder’s Office

Dallas County Iowa Logo

Passport Services Now Offered at Dallas County Recorder’s Office

Adel, IA –  As of Friday, March 1, 2024, the Dallas County Recorder’s Office will be taking appointments for the acceptance of passport applications.

As an added convenience, the ability to take passport photos is offered in the office as well.  

“We have seen a […] Continue Reading…

Grand Opening of Azalea Lane Boutique Feb 10

Azalea Lane Boutique - Adel Owa

Come out and help celebrate Azalea Lane Boutique’s new location!

They’ve moved one block over to 803 Main Street, south of the Court House.

The Grand Opening starts Saturday, February 10th at 10 am, 2024 and Ribbon Cutting at […] Continue Reading…

Adel Flowers and Gifts – Valentines Day 14th

Adel Flowers and Gifts Logo

For a romantic Valentine’s Day, express your love with the best Valentine’s Day flowers from Adel Flowers & Gifts!

We are preparing for full swing with a large selection of fresh flowers, plants, chocolates, and wine. 

From romantic roses to impressive modern bouquets, we can help you select beautiful and affordable flowers for Valentine’s Day and deliver them to […] Continue Reading…

(Re)Introducing SonRise Baptist Church

SonRise Baptist Church LogoRapids Street Baptist Church recently changed its name to SonRise Baptist Church.

We chose our new name to place our focus on our purpose and our message rather than just our location.

Why Our New Name “SonRise?”

We chose our new name to reflect the true focus of our congregation – Jesus Christ, the Son of God, […] Continue Reading…

Jean Barrett Obituary – Visitation Dec 20th

Jean Marie arrettJean 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

Nile Kinnick Museum - Adel IowaToday 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

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

ISU Shrubs and Tree Damage from Deer

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…

Adel Historic Museum Hosts River to River Retro Road Trip

Ael Historical Musem and Nile Kinnick Addition

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…

Audie Carman to Be Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame

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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 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…

Good Nutrition on a Budget

Healthy FoodAdel, Iowa – A Good Nutrition on a Budget class was held on January 17th at the St. Olivet Lutheran Church in Perry, IA. 

This class was in partnership with the Perry Food Pantry, which provides food security assistance to residents of Perry.  

This class was attended by eight participants as well as two of the class’s organizers [Lois Hoger (Pantry Director) and Rosa […] Continue Reading…

New Location for RCI Builders

RCI Builders New Location in AdelThe new year is full of new adventures for RCI Builders!

Our Showroom has moved to a new location – 28059 Fairgrounds Road (next to the new ISU Extension Office and Raccoon River Preschool!)

It’s always been important to us that the material selection process be fun and stress-free!

That’s why we’re excited to continue displaying […] Continue Reading…

Blessed Births and Beyond, LLC

Blessed Birth & BeyondAdel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 710-3742
Email: Shannon@BlessedBirthsAndBeyond.com
Website: www.BlessedBirthsAndBeyond.com
Facebook: BlessedBirthsofIowa

Pregnancy, birth and beyond through support and education!

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