Community Events

  • Sunday

    Come and enjoy today's events at the Henry County Fair! 10:00am Bacon Buddies-  Inclusive program that pairs individuals with disabilities with 4-H and FFA youth mentors to experience showing a pig in the livestock show ring. 11:00am- BINGO 1:00pm ATV Rodeo- An off-road motorsport obstacle event where participants navigate ATVs, utility vehicles (UTVs), and dirt […]

  • Monday

    Here's what's going on today in regards to the Henry County Fair! 7:00am- Release of Livestock not participating in Auction(livestock -bucket animals, beef, sheep, goat, swine) 8:45am- KILJ Breakfast 9:00am Ribbon Auction- A special event that allows local businesses and community members to financially support 4-H and FFA youth. 10:30am Livestock Barn Clean Up- Bucket […]

  • Tuesday

    Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/21/2026 at the Henry County E3 Center from 2-5:30pm, at Jefferson County Fairgrounds from 02:00 pm - 07:00 pm, and at Washington County Fair from 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving […]

  • Wednesday

    The New London Lassies & Lads & Pioneers are selling sweet corn for $6/dozen at the New London Park today, July 22nd; Friday, July 24th; and Saturday, July 25th from 8:30am until they sell out! So don't miss out. Nothing like corn on the cob for dinner! Community Blood Drive- ImpactLife will host a community […]

  • Thursday

    The Salem Crew Public Library is hosting STORYTIME at 10am! Stop by the library, 107 E. Cherry Street, enjoy a story and spend some time in the library. Hours: Monday & Tuesday, 1pm - 6pm, Wednesday 1pm - 5pm, Thursday 8am - noon, Saturday 9am - 1pm. The library is closed on Fridays and Sundays. Veterans […]

  • Friday

    Area Recyclers offers a convenient drop-off location at 1000 W. Washington Street and is open from 8:30am - 3pm today and on Wednesdays. (Drive around to the west side of the building.) Curbside recycling is also available every other week for Mount Pleasant residents: North of Washington Street: Tuesday South of Washington Street: Thursday Recycling […]

  • Saturday

    The Salem Crew Public Library is hosting STORYTIME at 10am! Stop by the library, 107 E. Cherry Street, enjoy a story and spend some time in the library. Hours: Monday & Tuesday, 1pm - 6pm, Wednesday 1pm - 5pm, Thursday 8am - noon, Saturday 9am - 1pm. The library is closed on Fridays and Sundays. Better […]

  • Tuesday

    Community Blood Drive: ImpactLife will host a community blood drive on 07/28/26 from 11:00 am - 01:30 pm at Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics. Donating blood is a simple way to help ensure local hospitals have the lifesaving blood products they need for patients facing surgery, cancer treatments, traumatic injuries, and other medical emergencies. Eligible donors […]

  • Wednesday

    Area Recyclers offers a convenient drop-off location at 1000 W. Washington Street and is open from 8:30am - 3pm today and on Fridays. (Drive around to the west side of the building.) Curbside recycling is also available every other week for Mount Pleasant residents: North of Washington Street: Tuesday South of Washington Street: Thursday Recycling […]

  • Thursday

    The Salem Crew Public Library is hosting STORYTIME at 10am! Stop by the library, 107 E. Cherry Street, enjoy a story and spend some time in the library. Hours: Monday & Tuesday, 1pm - 6pm, Wednesday 1pm - 5pm, Thursday 8am - noon, Saturday 9am - 1pm. The library is closed on Fridays and Sundays. Step […]

  • Friday

    Step into a world of music, magic, and roller skates with Fairfield Youth Performing Arts’ production of Xanadu Jr.! This hilarious and heartwarming musical follows Kira, a Greek muse who comes to Earth to help an artist discover his dreams. Packed with catchy songs, colorful characters, and plenty of fun, Xanadu Jr. is a family-friendly […]

  • Saturday

    The 8th annual Trenton Car Show from 11am - 4pm is rain or shine, has no entry fee, door prizes, and a 50/50 raffle! This event is held in Trenton Park (10 miles NW of Mt. Pleasant) and features cars, trucks, and motorcycles from all decades. Grab some food at Wesley Chapel or Wilson's BBQ […]