Community Events

This week, the band will present its annual jazz concert at the Crapo Park bandshell, featuring a jazz "big band" assembled from members of the Burlington Muni  Band and led by BHS band director Derrick Murphy. The jazz band's performance will begin at 6:15 PM, preceding the regular concert and will feature some exciting "charts" that you […]

Bingo at the VFW hall in Mount Pleasant will have a $420 JACKPOT! First number will be called at 6:30. Des Moines County Fair: 8AM…4H/FFA Dog Show – Arena 8AM… Remember Our Fallen Exhibit Open – Exhibit Hall 9AM – 8PM… Retail Vendor Booths Open 10AM – 9PM… Food Vendor Booths Open 9AM … Lil […]

In person school registration today at the Mount Pleasant High School from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Des Moines County Fair: 7-9AM…Open Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions - Food Court 9AM…Market Livestock Auction – Arena

Winfield Crooked Creek Days continues this morning with a 5K fun run at 8:30am,  a vendor fair 9:00am-1:00pm, pancake breakfast, sand volleyball, the Crooked Creek Days parade at 11:00am...lots of fun activities and great food for the whole family!  Enjoy fireworks at dusk and a street dance with Toxic Blond Band at the Welcome Inn! […]

Winfield Crooked Creek Days in Winfield Car Show Registration is from 8:00am-11:00am with the presentation at 2:30pm.  Enjoy the Puzzle Escape Room at City Hall from 9:00am-3:00pm and the community wide Open Bible Church Service begins at 10:00am!  Wrap up a fun weekend in Winfield at Crooked Creek Days today! This week the Burlington Municipal […]

Wild West Family Bingo Night at Addington Place in Mt. pleasant tonight; 5:30pm-7:00pm!  Cody, the Bingo caller, will guide you through multiple rounds of this classic game.  Bingo Night is free and open to the public. Join the Mount Pleasant library at 10 AM for a discussion on safe medication practices. This program will be […]

You are invited to a meal and ice cream social this afternoon starting at 5:00pm at the Swedesburg Parish Hall!  Burgers, Hot dogs and all the fixings, along with homemade ice cream will be served!  A free will donation. Sponsored by the Churchmen of Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church. 1st ever Back to School Health Fair! […]

The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located behind Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive. The Mount Pleasant Farmer’s Market is in McMillan Park under Wright Pavilion from 4-6 pm. […]

There is an Annual Review Course from 1-3 p.m., Suite 25. Call HCHC Diabetes Education at 319-385-6518 by noon on Tuesday, August 8, to reserve your spot. The day of class, register at the HCHC Registration Desk before proceeding to the class. The program is open to anyone who has Type 1 or Type 2 […]

Head on down to the Mt. Pleasant Square for Cruise Night starting at 6 pm and going until 9 pm   The fun continues at the West Point Sweet Corn Festival tonight! Carnival from 5 to 10 p.m. Arts & Crafts in the Park from 5 to 10 p.m. Free Sweet Corn from 5 to […]

Holiday Stroll Craft Vendor Fair August 12th from 11 am to 5 pm at 136 West Main Street in New London. Come up to the Main Street in New London for some fun in the sun! Shopping, food, and prizes. This event is helping sponsor the annual Holiday Stroll and local vendors. Momma Lu Car […]

Souls of the Skunk River features artist Deb Scott this afternoon at the Dover Museum in New London, Iowa!  Deb will share her clay creations of imaginary people-each of whom has a unique personality showing a combination of life experiences, imagination, sights, smells feelings, and humor.  The program starts at 1:30PM today, and refreshments will […]

Henry County Public Health has three more opportunities this week to receive required immunizations before school begins. Walk-in clinic runs from 9-11 this morning, Wednesday from 1-4 p.m., and a later clinic Thursday from 1-6 p.m. For any questions call 319-385-0779.

The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site is located behind Saunders Park at the intersection of Yocum Lane and Hoaglin Drive. The Henry County Historic Preservation Commission meets at 1 pm at the Henry County courthouse. […]

CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitoring) Support Group, 2-3 p.m. Suite 25. Today is the last day to pre-register for Pickle, Pork & Praise at the Mt. Pleasant Middle School Pickleball Courts!  Pulled Pork Sandwiches, yard games and pickleball followed by an outdoor service!  Get your registration in today for a chance to win a $100 Roblox […]

Monthly Veteran's breakfast at the Moose Lodge in Mount Pleasant. Third Friday of the month, the time for gathering is 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Speakers will be present at each breakfast. "JITTERING SPOOKS" at 7:30 pm in the Theatre Museum Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 11 […]

Swedish Pancake Breakfast 8 am -11 am Swedish pancakes, potatis korv (potato sausage), ham, pastries, juice and coffee. $10.00 adults $5.00 children 8 and under. Located in the Swedesburg, Iowa, Parish Hall. The Mount Pleasant Farmer's Market is in the McWhirter Auto Sales building, 1200 West Washington Street, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. this morning. […]

"JITTERING SPOOKS" at 2:30 pm in the Theatre Museum Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 11 and under. Call 319-385-8937 or 319-385-9432 for more information and to purchase tickets.  

HCHC Diabetes Education Free Prediabetes Class, 12-1 p.m., Suite 25 - Take a deeper dive into diabetes topics that interest you and connect with others. Clark Elementary (PreK-5th grade) the "Meet Your Teacher" night is tonight from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. Bring your school supplies, see your classroom and meet your teacher. We hope you've […]

Welcome back night at the Mount Pleasant Community Middle School! Get a jump start on the first day of school with a 'come and go' style open house from 4-6 p.m. tonight. Meet the teachers, pick up your schedule, locate your classrooms, put your school supplies in your locker, and get any of your questions […]

Today is the last day to sign up for the Lockridge Fun Days 5k  for $20 and to be guaranteed a T-shirt! $25 after today & day of race. To register for the 5K fun walk/run to be held Saturday, September 26th at 8 am, call or text Audra:  319-931-7421! Thirty-nine percent of all adult […]

** Stop by the Senior Sign in table at Old Settlers this weekend and pick up a flyer that explains what they are all about. They are also seeking stories from elderly citizens to add a personal flavor to the history of Salem. If you are not able to attend Old Settlers and want to […]

Henry County Heritage Center Museum will have a Tag Sale today from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Henry County History Books, Atlases, and Plat Maps. RARE books. Collectibles, Vintage, and Miscellaneous. Some items are marked, some items are free will donation. Call 319-385-4983 with any questions. The Twin Lakes Golf Club in Winfield, Iowa is […]

Treasures for everyone!  Rummage and Bake Sale 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. today at The Coffee Depot, 420 North Adams in Mt. Pleasant!  All proceeds from this event go to the Ladies of Oakland Mills Community! Red Barn Breakfast sponsored by the New London Lions at THE MOUNT PLEASANT MASONIC LODGE. $10/meal $1 coffee, milk or […]

Red Barn Breakfast sponsored by the New London Lions at THE MOUNT PLEASANT MASONIC LODGE. $10/meal $1 coffee, milk or juice. Sunday, August 27th, 8:00-12:00. Salem Old Settlers: 10 a.m. Sunday Church Service in the Park 11 a.m. Horseshoe Tournament sign up under the Water Tower ** Stop by the Senior Sign in table at […]

Diabetes Group Class - this diabetes education class open to anyone who has Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. The class is 8:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Suite 25. There is a fee; however, many insurance plans cover the program. Directions will be given when you call HCHC’s Diabetes Education Center at 319-385-6518 to register […]

The Fellowship Cup will be closed at 2 p.m. today and will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 5th. The food pantry will be open today from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Mount Pleasant City Compost site is open Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 5 pm. The site […]

"Bring the Kids & Share the Memories" From steam engines, antique cars and trucks, tractors, gas engines, and horses. Maybe your memories are the great food from the North Village to the Log Village or learning how to square dance over at the dance barn. Whatever your memories are this is the place "Where Memories […]