Clear Lake Mirror Reporter

Alan Marken, of Clear Lake, passed away on May, 23, 2022. 

There will be a party at a local park in Clear Lake, date to be determined. Al’s body has been sent to the University of Iowa’s College of Medicine for research.

(Above) Education has been at the heart of Jim Sholly’s work as CLEAR Project coordinator.-Reporter file photo. 

by Marianne Gasaway

Jim Sholly is ready to transition to a new role within the CLEAR Project— volunteer.

by Marianne Gasaway

The 45 mph speed limit on U.S. Highway 18 through Clear Lake will remain, despite a review by the Iowa Department of Transportation.  

Clear Lake City Councilman Gary Hugi requested a review of the posted speed limit late last year, saying he felt the speed should be reduced due to increased development and business along the stretch between Interstate 35 and Eagle Avenue.

(Above)Reese Brownlee leaped 18’07” to claim the Class 2A State long jump championship.    -Reporter photo by Chris Barragy

by Michelle Watson

The Clear Lake girls track team had a packed stadium to watch them compete at the State Track Meet held May 19-21, at Drake Stadium in Des Moines.  A three-day attendance record was broken at the meet with 39,415 people watching the competition.