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Solon Economist

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Solon Economist

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Solon Economist

Iowa’s labor force participation climbs to 67.0 percent

Jesse Dougherty, Iowa Workforce Department March 26, 2025

DES MOINES — Iowa’s Labor Force Participation Rate rose to 67.0 percent in January, up from the 66.4 percent first announced for December, after growth and an annual revision of labor statistics added...

IHSAA Basketball Tournament moves to ISU’s Hilton Coliseum in 2027

Chris Cuellar March 26, 2025

BOONE — A century after playing championships inside State Gym, the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and Iowa State University (ISU) enter an exciting new era together as the IHSAA State...

Bet your bracket but trust your belt

The ritual of March Madness is here – and no, we don’t mean basketball tournament blizzards. You’ve meticulously analyzed stats, evaluated talent, predicted upsets, consulted AI, and crafted the...

League of Women Voters of Johnson County to host legislative forum March 29

March 26, 2025

The League of Women Voters of Johnson County will host a legislative forum Saturday, March 29, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the North Liberty City Hall, 360 N. Main St., to discuss immigration and citizenship issues....

The importance of a home inventory before a disaster or insurance claim

Sonya Sellmeyer March 26, 2025

When disaster strikes, whether a tornado, fire, burglary, or other insurance-covered peril, homeowners and renters often find themselves overwhelmed by the loss and the claims process. One critical step...

Q&A: Sunshine is the best disinfectant

March 26, 2025

Q: What is Sunshine Week? A: The nation’s fourth president is best known as the Father of the Constitution and is considered the defender of open government. During the anniversary week of James Madison’s...

Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Show next Saturday in Coralville

March 26, 2025

Make plans now to attend the Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Show Saturday, April 5, at the Hyatt Regency Conference Center in Coralville, Iowa. This is the area's largest show, with over 100 talented...

Solon Public Library News

March 26, 2025

Enjoy hands-on DIY fun with our monthly DIY Night for adults and young adults (16+) with our new adult services librarian, Mykle! Tuesday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. Mykle will lead the group in creative...

April Solon Senior Advocates news

March 26, 2025

The May Senior Advocate Board meeting will be held Tuesday, May 20 at 5:45 p.m. at the Solon Methodist Church Fellowship Hall so members of the community can attend to learn more about the Advocates mission...

Solon Senior Support April news

March 26, 2025

Solon Senior Support is a non-profit volunteer group helping Solon-area senior citizens. Please call Jill Weetman at 319-624-2773 for questions or information. Got Pills? Got Questions? Saturday,...

New Jordan Creek Church provides challenges for city, county

March 26, 2025

SOLON — The Solon City Council met in regular session Wednesday, March 19, and received an update from Johnson County Supervisor Rod Sullivan. In his report to the Council, Sullivan addressed concerns...

Sunrise in Solon

Sunrise in Solon

March 26, 2025

Angela Rehnke captured this moment of calm as the sun began to illuminate the eastern sky Sunday morning (March 23).

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