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Journalist to Travel Route 6 Through Adel
Travel journalist, Marie Yolen-Cohen is taking a six week journey across Route 6 this summer.
She will be driving, blogging and collecting information for a Route 6 Travel Guidebook. You can track her progress on her Blog, StayOnRoute6.blogspot.com
US Route 6 (Highway 6 to us Adel old timers and Hickman Road to the kids) is the longest continuous transcontinental
Final Brick Street Project Update
Chad Bird, Adel’s City Administrator has posted a public letter on the Brick Street Project.
As the project is wrapping up he addresses the final punch list and any concerns that might exist before the project is wrapped up.
The project has a four year maintenance bond that he discusses and along with the traffic and controls. Read the full letter on the Brick Street Updates page.
Sweet Corn Festival Named in 23 Best Events (Updated)
The Des Moines Register has listed the Adel Sweet Corn Festival as one of it’s “23 best events in central Iowa this summer“.
The Adel Sweet Corn Festival is Aug. 12-13. www.adelpartners.org.
From the Article:
“Nothing says “summer in Iowa” like fresh sweet corn, and the community of Adel goes all out to celebrate this golden treat. Gather at the parking lot at 10th and Court at 5 p.m. Aug. 12 to help shuck the corn. Watch the parade from 9:30-11 a.m. Aug. 13, and then stand in line for free sweet corn starting at 10 a.m. until it’s gone.”
Remembering Our Fallen Photo Exhibit visits Adel
The “Remembering Our Fallen” photo exhibit created by Evonne and Bill Williams will be making a stop in Adel, Iowa.
The exhibit, owned by Strategic Air & Space Museum, includes the photos of The Fallen from Nebraska and western Iowa traveling a week at a time to 44 communities through
Adel Brick Street Rehabilitation Project Receives Award
Adel City Hall and McClure Engineering Company announced that the 2010 Brick Street Project in the Community has received the American Council of Engineering Companies of Iowa (ACEC) Grand Place Award for first place in the transportation category.
The award recognizes excellence in engineering. Projects are selected based on the
Penoach Winery in Adel, Iowa
Reprinted from the February 2009 DiscoverAdel Newsletter
It was a natural choice for Stan Olson and his family to open the Penoach Winery, Vineyard and Nursery in Adel, where they have lived for 30 years.
The family owned winery was named after the original name for the area of Adel which means “Beautiful Place” or “Pleasant Valley.” The winery is known for its rustic character and fun, enjoyable atmosphere.
Located on a 1900- era farmstead with its 1917 converted barn, Penoach Winery offers a place for friends to gather
Adel, Iowa Featured on Iowa Realty
Adel, Iowa was recently features on the Iowa Home Show Community Spotlight!
Moderator Mike Pace along with Mayor Jim Peters and City Administrator Chad Bird discussed our historic brick streets, beautiful architecture, and charm.
Watch the video to learn more about the great community of Adel, Iowa!
ISU Double Judged Open Horse Show in Adel, Iowa
Come out to the Dallas County Fair Grounds for the ISU Open Horse Show April 30th!
This double judged event will start with registration at 8am. Spectators will see presentations and awards from 9am-5pm.
Concessions will be snacks and beverages only.
Want to participate? Registrations are being taken now! Just contact Nicole Ferwerda at
An Interview with Short & Company, CPA, P.L.C.
Reprinted from DiscoverAdel Newsletter January 2009
January may seem dull after the hustle and bustle of the holidays, but for some it is the beginning of an entirely new season, Tax Time.
By January 31st, everyone will receive their W-2s, 1099s, and other forms that are hard to understand. While most of us dread the April 15th deadline, our current economic turmoil has prompted the masses to file their taxes sooner. This year, let Short & Company handle all
ADM Little League Baseball Pictures
Courtesy of Adel Parks and Recreation Department
Mark your calendars for the ADM Little League Baseball pictures!
Saturday May 7th at 8:30am at the Adel Little League Fields.
Nick Schenck
Parks & Rec Director
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Email: nschenck@adeliowa.org
Brick Streets Project – Parking Stripe Painting
Chad Bird, Adel’s City Administrator, has posted an open letter on the upcoming parking stripe painting and other check-off items.
More information and photos regarding Adel’s Street renovation can be found on the Brick Street Updates page by clicking on the “Orange Construction Hat” on the lower right side.
Handsome Hounds Board & Grooming Offers Convenient Hours
Handsome Hounds Board & Grooming offers convenient before work drop off and after work pick-up times for your pet.
Schedule a spring cleaning bath, nail trim or full groom for your furry friend.
April is filling up quickly so schedule your appointment with Laura soon!
For a full list of services, customer testimonials […] Continue Reading…
April 4th, Brick Street Update (Apr 4, 2011)
Chad Bird, Adel’s City Administrator, has posted an open letter on the latest progress on the Brick Street Renovation.
More information and photos regarding Adel’s STreet renovation can be found on the Brick Street Updates page by clicking on the “Orange Construction Hat” on the lower right side.
John D. Gomke Charity
On December 3rd, 2009 John Donald Gomke was born. He passed away on January 6th, 2010 at 33 days.
His parents, Steve and Jessica Gomke, have set up the John D. Gomke Charity in his honor to educate parents and the community about Small Child and Infant death.
This month we spoke with Jessica about the accomplishments of the charity and upcoming events.
In December, the John D. Gomke Charity donated two AED machines to the ADM
Hy-Vac in Adel Now VALO BioMedia North America
Courtesy of VALO BioMedia North America
As of March 1st Adel’s well known agricultural company Hy-Vac has changed it’s name to VALO BioMedia North America, the SPF and Clean Egg Company.
The name change reflects new management within the Dallas County company.
President Tim Newberry states the name change is superficial, that VALO will continue to
Adel Brick Streets Open Monday (Updated)
The intersection of Prairie and 9th Street will be open for traffic Monday the 21st.
Update: The barricades have been moved and the Streets are drivable as of Friday evening the 18th.
Crews are concentrating on the final repairs in the following weeks.
For more information, read Chad’s full article in the Brick Street Update section.
Early Literacy Station Dedication Photos
Members of the Adel Library Board, Wells Fargo, city leaders and local children were on hand Monday morning for the dedication of the Early Literacy Station (ELS). The ELS was donated to the Adel Public Library by a grant form the Wells Fargo Foundation.
Wells Fargo Foundation To Make Donation To Adel Library
Courtesy of Adel Public Library
Presentation at the Adel Public Library, Monday morning at 11:00 am.
Wells Fargo Foundation has purchased an Early Literacy Station for our young patrons.
We are excited about this gift and wanted to share our good news with you. I have enclosed our press release so you can learn more about it.
I hope you can make it to the library Monday morning.
Work Resumes on 9th St.
Work on Adel’s Historic Brick Streets is resuming this week.
The intersections at 9th and Prairie will be be closed to allow crews to lay brick on 9th street. Crews will remove the asphalt that was laid for winter.
DiscoverAdel will track the process through photos and updates in the Brick Street Updates section starting on Monday the 14th.
