26 July 2010
July 19, 4:15 p.m. – A search warrant was executed at 107 11th Street on a previous complaint of too many pets at the residence. The occupant was in compliance and no charges were filed. July 19, 7:55 p.m. – Police responded to the 700 block of Ninth Avenue for a neighbor dispute. No charges were [...]
26 July 2010
As we begin the last full week of July, we are reminded through the various back to school sales from many retailers that summer is quickly coming to an end. There are only a few activities on the local calendar this week. On Tuesday, Greg Johnson, district representative for Congressman Leonard Boswell, will be in Belle [...]
22 July 2010
HOURS Monday through Thursday: 12:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday 10:00-4:00 p.m. Saturday 10:00-4:00 UPCOMING EVENTS: Find our website, at www.belleplaine.lib.ia.us If you would like to sign up for a password to be able to renew materials from home, you need to come to the library to set one up. Check out the photo tab and see [...]
22 July 2010
by Duronda Schlue Plan, Pack, and Dress Wisely Take time to analyze what your agenda will be on your trip. Select clothes that can be mixed and matched. Take less than you think you will need. Wear comfortable shoes and only pack one additional pair. Lay all items out on the bed and visualize what you have to [...]
22 July 2010
Students attending classes in the Belle Plaine Community School District this fall will notice a lot of new and different things – expanded facilities at both attendance centers, more than $100,000 in new computers and software, a revised student handbook and a new principal. During its regular meeting Wednesday night, the Belle Plaine Board [...]
21 July 2010
Kirkwood Community College recently held a volleyball camp in Belle Plaine for girls in grades 2 – 4 and 5 – 8. Coach Trena Dodd’s comments on the camp: “During camp the girls learned about passing, setting and serving. They all did a really nice job during the week. It was fun seeing them improve in [...]
20 July 2010
Belle Plaine’s downtown revitalization project may finally be weeks away from getting underway. At Monday’s Belle Plaine City Council work session, City Administrator Bill Daily said an offer has been made for a possible $1.5 million I-Jobs grant for façade renovation. Daily said the offer now moves into final negotiations, that nothing is definite and [...]
20 July 2010
Two Belle Plaine city employees have been honored for their work. At Monday’s Belle Plaine City Council meeting, City Clerk Kaye Buch was honored for her 20 years of service with the city. She received a plaque, flowers and a cake from city staff and council members. Also at the meeting, it was announced that City [...]
