Sun Courier

23/05/2025

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23/05/2025

Ahead of her high school graduation which took place this past Sunday in Reinbeck, Gladbrook-Reinbeck Class of 2025 graduate Braelynn Morgan signed her letter of intent to continue her athletic career as a member of the Iowa Central Community College (ICCC) women’s volleyball team next school year.

Congratulations, Braelynn, and best of luck in all your future endeavors!

REINBECK — Ahead of her high school graduation which took place this past Sunday in Reinbeck, Gladbrook-Reinbeck Class of 2025 graduate Braelynn Morgan signed her letter of intent to continue her athletic career as a member of the Iowa Central Community College (ICCC) women’s volleyball team nex...

23/05/2025

Although Gladbrook-Reinbeck boys golf was ultimately unable to advance at the Class 1A Newman Catholic District meet which took place this past Monday – ending the season just five strokes short of a state berth – the Rebels racked up a fifth place finish for the day with a 345 team total.

It was a GReat season! Congratulations to the team!

BELLE PLAINE – For the first time in a long time, the Gladbrook-Reinbeck boys golf team qualified for the district meet. “This is the first time the team has advanced in many years,” G-R head coach Corissa Snider said, “We aren’t sure the exact amount [of time].” On Wednesday, May 14, th...

23/05/2025

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and National Police Week.

Q: What is National Police Week? A: Since 1962, U.S. presidents have proclaimed the second week of May as National Police Week to pay tribute to the men and women who put on the badge to serve and protect their community. As Americans go about their daily lives, law enforcement officers put their li...

23/05/2025

The latest Brass Tacks from Rural Iowa entry by columnist Barb Kalbach.
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"When I saw the news about the Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ) receiving an intimidating letter from state Rep. Charley Thomson of Charles City, it brought back memories. Recent memories and feelings of what I experienced late last year when I received a letter from Summit Carbon Solutions’ attorneys attempting to silence me..."

When I saw the news about the Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ) receiving an intimidating letter from state Rep. Charley Thomson of Charles City, it brought back memories. Recent memories and feelings of what I experienced late last year when I received a letter from Summit Carbon Solutio...

23/05/2025

Obituary for Taryn “Tia” Hollatz, 67, of Garwin.
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"Tia spent a lot of her time caring for her family as well as taking many volunteer positions at various events and primarily the Garwin Public Library. In her free time, Tia was known to be a bookworm and loved to read a good book or two."

Taryn “Tia” Hollatz, age 67, of Garwin, Iowa, passed away in the comfort of her own home on the morning of May 9, 2025. Per Tia’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and no formal services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to her family for a later ...

23/05/2025

News & notes from last week's Tama County Board of Supervisors meeting.

TOLEDO – Under bright blue skies and white cotton ball clouds, the county leaders met for their weekly meeting on Monday, May 12. All supervisors were present with Heather Knebel telecommuting via the Owl. She became a TV star as her image was on the television on the wall. The meeting started wit...

23/05/2025

Annaliese Roegner of Gladbrook was recently named to the Belmont University Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester. Congratulations!

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Belmont University recently released the Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester. Approximately 47% of the University’s 6,912 undergraduate students qualified for the spring 2025 Dean’s List, including Annaliese Roegner of Gladbrook. “Achieving the Dean’s List accompl...

23/05/2025

In recent months, dozens of Iowa nursing homes have been cited for resident abuse, including sexual misconduct, theft, verbal abuse and financial exploitation. Among the violators is Grundy Care Center located at 102 E J Ave in Grundy Center.

GRUNDY CENTER – In recent months, dozens of Iowa nursing homes have been cited for resident abuse, including sexual misconduct, theft, verbal abuse and financial exploitation. Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing records indicate that so far this year, at least 33 nursing homes ha...

23/05/2025

The Tama County Historical Society will present a program on Aviation in Iowa on Wednesday, June 11, at 7 p.m. at the Wieting Theatre in Toledo. The evening will feature amateur historian & aviation fan David Wendell.

TOLEDO – The Tama County Historical Society will present a program on Aviation in Iowa on Wednesday, June 11, at 7 p.m. at the Wieting Theatre, 101 S. Church St, Toledo. Amelia Earhart, the most famous woman to fly, was raised in Des Moines and saw her first airplane at the Iowa State Fair. Amateu...

23/05/2025

The Gladbrook Community Foundation Board of Directors has announced the 2025 disbursements for a total of $11,934.19. Click below for the full list of local recipients.

GLADBROOK – The Gladbrook Community Foundation Board of Directors has announced the 2025 disbursements for a total of $11,934.19. This is the 18th year of awarding grants. The following community betterment projects by non-profit organizations received funds this year: –Peace UCC & Gladbrook Ame...

23/05/2025

Members of the Gladbrook Jr. Auxiliary distributed poppies locally Wednesday, May 14. This is the Juniors' favorite project of the year as all the proceeds go to help veterans and their families.

GLADBROOK – For over 100 years, the American Legion Auxiliary has sponsored Poppy Days to remind America that millions have sacrificed their lives and health to keep our nation strong and free. Members of the Gladbrook Jr. Auxiliary distributed poppies in Gladbrook on Wednesday, May 14. This is th...