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Solon Economist

The community newspaper for Solon

Solon Economist

The community newspaper for Solon

Solon Economist

Willa the French Bulldog boosts the
confidence of young readers and pre-teens alike and also provides a safe and comforting environment where children are able to read and learn at their own pace, say SolonPublic Library staff.

Read with Willa at the Library!

May 21, 2025

SOLON — Willa the French Bulldog has a busy Wednesday schedule, and one that is full of stories. Students in grades one through eight are able to sign up for a time slot to read to Willa on the first...

Memorial Day 2025 hours for Johnson County governmental offices

May 21, 2025

Most Johnson County governmental offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. Ambulance - Johnson County Ambulance Service (JCAS) will be available for routine and emergency...

The Solon Mariachi Band returns to the Music on Main Street concert series Wednesday, June 4, at 7:00 p.m. on the Mainstreet stage in downtown Solon. This year’s concerts begin with a Memorial Day morning concert of patriotic music by Iowa Brass Monday, May 26, at
10:30 a.m.

Music on Mainstreet is back for another season

May 21, 2025

SOLON — Music on Mainstreet, a Solon summer tradition, is back for another season of free entertainment. Concerts are typically on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. on the Mainstreet stage in downtown...

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Solon Firefighters Breakfast Sunday, May 25

May 21, 2025

SOLON — The Solon Fire Department will hold their annual Firefighters Breakfast Sunday, May 25, at the Solon Firehouse, 400 Windflower Lane. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, and ham will be served 6:30 a.m.-12:30...

Solon American Legion Stinocher Post 460 member Bill Meyer salutes during the 2024 Memorial Day ceremony at
the all veterans memorial site in Solon.

Public and veterans invited to Memorial Day services

Denny Hansen, Sgt. at Arms, American Legion Stinocher Post 460 May 21, 2025

The Solon American Legion “Stinocher Post 460” will host its annual Memorial Day Service at the Legion Memorial Park at 9:00 a.m. Monday, May 27. Transportation will be available from the Legion to...

Solon’s Gene Greazel was among nearly 90 local veterans who spent last Wednesday touring war memorials in Washington, D.C. on the 55th Eastern Iowa Honor Flight. The flight returned to the Eastern Iowa Airport (Cedar Rapids) around 10:00 p.m. where the veterans were greeted by family, friends, and hundreds of supporters.

A full day

Chris Umscheid, Solon Economist May 21, 2025

CEDAR RAPIDS — A full day. That’s what nearly 90 local veterans had Wednesday, May 14 as they participated in Honor Flight 55 and spent the day touring war memorials in Washington, DC. Solon’s...

Olivia Bonnema’s Oxford cap signals her
readiness to begin a new chapter in life with Solon High School literally behind her as she heads for her seat during the processional of the 2025 Commencement ceremony Sunday, May 18, in Spartan Stadium.

‘You are standing at the edge of your future’

Chris Umscheid, Solon Economist May 21, 2025

SOLON — “You are standing at the edge of your future.” So said Solon Community School Board of Education member Cassie Rochholz in her address to the Class of 2025 during the commencement ceremony...

One year in

One year in

Alli Walker May 14, 2025

SOLON — A little over one year after the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) opened a substation in downtown Solon, city leaders say the move has improved public safety, officer visibility,...

A view of the freshly demolished land strip found on E. North and N. Dubuque streets shows the vast potential of future development.

The Solon City Council looks to expand the downtown district while maintaining the city’s unique feel

Jake Olson May 14, 2025

SOLON — Over the past decade, Solon officials have come together in pursuit of modernizing the community while maintaining the small town feel the city is known for. In 2015, the Solon city government...

Solon firefighters breakfast is May 25

Solon firefighters breakfast is May 25

May 14, 2025

SOLON — The Solon Fire Department will hold their annual Firefighters Breakfast Sunday, May 25, at the Solon Firehouse, 400 Windflower Lane. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, and ham will be served 6:30 a.m.-12:30...

Solon Public Library news

May 14, 2025

We’re holding a special Coffee & Community Conversations Wednesday, May 21, at 9:00 a.m. to discuss accessibility needs. How can we help you access the Library, our materials, programs and services?...

Defunding and definition: What’s next for Iowa libraries

Joel Kellar May 14, 2025

SOLON — Back on March 14 of this year, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that instructed the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to cease all operations. The 75-person...

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