Linn News

07/24/2025

The Alburnett Community Diamond Club is gearing up for a day of fun, family activities, and fundraising with its annual Alburnett Children Benefit Day on Saturday, Aug. 2.

07/24/2025

Approximately 25 people attended “Lessons of the Holocaust,” a program sponsored by the Central City Public Library and led by Brad Wilkening, a retired social studies teacher from Ankeny who is passionate about preserving Holocaust stories and helping others learn the lessons.

07/24/2025

Residents in northern Linn County voiced concerns after outdoor warning sirens didn't sound during severe storms on July 11, but Linn County EMA didn't initially activate the sirens because the storm didn't meet the activation criteria early on.

07/24/2025

The Central City Growth Organization is preparing for its 18th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 9, at Meadowview Golf and Country Club. A key fundraiser, the event offers friendly competition, community spirit, and support for local businesses.

http://linn-news.com/ccgo-prepares-18th-annual-benefit-golf-tournament

07/24/2025

Main Street in Prairieburg will be closed Thursday, July 31, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for road coating and maintenance, weather permitting.

News 24 July 2025 Prairieburg announces Main Street closure for maintenance Prairieburg announces Main Street closure for maintenance Main Street in Prairieburg will be closed Thursday, July 31, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for road coating and maintenance, city officials announced. No vehicle traffic or p...

07/22/2025

CPU falls to Wahlert in the Class 3A Quarterfinals 1-0. Great season for the Stormin' Pointers, congratulations to the players and staff!

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07/22/2025

Wahlert scores one in the bottom of the fifth and lead CPU 1-0 after five innings.

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07/22/2025

After three innings, CPU and Wahlert are tied 0-0. Both teams have one hit (Tara Crowley for CPU). Mya Hillers has two strikeouts in the first three innings in the circle for the Stormin' Pointers.

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07/18/2025

The CPU softball team earned a trip to the state tournament after beating Mount Vernon on Tuesday. The team talks about the memorable moment against the Mustangs. Complete coverage in the Linn News and at http://linn-news.com/ Center Point-Urbana Athletic Boosters https://www.facebook.com/CPUSchools

07/17/2025

The Linn County Youth Council’s popular Food Booth at the Linn County Fair is getting an upgrade, and not just on the menu. The stand, located beside the Cattle Arena, is planning a major expansion to better serve fairgoers and provide a much-needed shady space for the community to gather.

http://linn-news.com/4-h-youth-council-food-booth-set-expands-better-serve-fairgoers

07/17/2025

The 2025 Linn County Fair crowned its new royalty during a ceremony celebrating community, agriculture, and youth leadership. Emmalee Kratz of Center Point was named Queen, and Addison Sloan of Alburnett was Princess.

http://linn-news.com/kratz-crowned-2025-linn-county-fair-queen-royalty-court-announced

07/17/2025

DRUM ROLL PLEASE!! The 2025 Linn County Fair Week Photo Contest was won by Alyssa Taylor from Alburnett, who took first place. Stacey Humphreys and Paisley Carpenter from Coggon followed, highlighting the photography skills of the local community.

Read more and see the list of winners, visit: http://linn-news.com/community-captures-fair-photo-contest-winners-announced