School Board approves bids for greenhouse

by Marianne Gasaway

One of several projects funded by the $18 million bond referendum passed by voters in March will be underway soon.

Aquatic Center looks doubtful for summer season

Signage coming for City Beach, Splash Pads

by Marianne Gasaway

No decision has been made, but City Administrator Scott Flory told the City Council Monday “it certainly doesn’t look good” for the opening of the city’s Aquatic Center this summer.

Flory said the city will hold off from making a determination about the pool until the governor makes an announcement about restrictions which are currently in place for such facilities.

Aquatic Center looks doubtful for summer season

Signage coming for City Beach, Splash Pads

by Marianne Gasaway

No decision has been made, but City Administrator Scott Flory told the City Council Monday “it certainly doesn’t look good” for the opening of the city’s Aquatic Center this summer.

Flory said the city will hold off from making a determination about the pool until the governor makes an announcement about restrictions which are currently in place for such facilities.

COVID-19 numbers stabilize while more restrictions are lifted

(Above) Haley Hanson, owner of Designs by Haley Beauty Lounge + Boutique, was happy to re-open her business last week.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.

by Travis Fischer

Iowans can now get a haircut, as Governor Kim Reynolds lifted restrictions on businesses while the number of COVID-19 cases start to level statewide.

On Wednesday, May 13, Governor Reynolds issued a new proclamation to continue the Public Health Disaster Emergency.

COVID-19 numbers stabilize while more restrictions are lifted

(Above) Haley Hanson, owner of Designs by Haley Beauty Lounge + Boutique, was happy to re-open her business last week.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.

by Travis Fischer

Iowans can now get a haircut, as Governor Kim Reynolds lifted restrictions on businesses while the number of COVID-19 cases start to level statewide.

On Wednesday, May 13, Governor Reynolds issued a new proclamation to continue the Public Health Disaster Emergency.

Business owners find a silver lining in pandemic closing

by Marianne Gasaway

If there is a silver lining in the coronavirus pandemic restrictions, Al and Mike Hejna found it.

The brothers used the Governor-ordered restaurant shutdown in April and early May to remodel their popular downtown businesses, Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar and Sevens Restaurant & Steakhouse.  The projects were finished just as the dine-in prohibition was lifted and they opened their doors to the public last week.

Business owners find a silver lining in pandemic closing

by Marianne Gasaway

If there is a silver lining in the coronavirus pandemic restrictions, Al and Mike Hejna found it.

The brothers used the Governor-ordered restaurant shutdown in April and early May to remodel their popular downtown businesses, Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar and Sevens Restaurant & Steakhouse.  The projects were finished just as the dine-in prohibition was lifted and they opened their doors to the public last week.

Johnson named new head wrestling coach

by Marianne Gasaway

Evan Johnson has been named as the new head wrestling coach at Clear Lake High School.  Johnson, who served as an assistant coach during the 2019-20 season, takes over for Doug Munn, who resigned after one season.

“I am excited for this new adventure.  My first big goal is to get the numbers up,” said Johnson.  “I would like to see more youth practices and keep that interest growing into high school.”

Johnson named new head wrestling coach

by Marianne Gasaway

Evan Johnson has been named as the new head wrestling coach at Clear Lake High School.  Johnson, who served as an assistant coach during the 2019-20 season, takes over for Doug Munn, who resigned after one season.

“I am excited for this new adventure.  My first big goal is to get the numbers up,” said Johnson.  “I would like to see more youth practices and keep that interest growing into high school.”

Public weighs in on Lion logo debate

As it attempts to clarify its “brand,” the Clear Lake School District plans to specify its logo and school colors.  Will it be a charging Lion, or a sideways Lion?  Both images have been used in everything from uniforms to wall murals.

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