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Solon Economist

Mayor Dan O’Neil makes a point during the Wednesday, June 18 regular meeting of the Solon City Council as Council Members Cole Gabriel and Steve Duncan look on.

City welcomes new Public Works Specialist, tree program blossoms with community support, & Rod Sullivan updates

Natalia Scales, Intern June 25, 2025

SOLON — The City of Solon officially welcomed its newest team member at last week’s city council meeting. City Administrator Cami Rasmussen introduced Brady Robertson as the city’s new Public...

Solon City and School nearing final agreement on SRNA use and utility costs

Natalia Scales, Intern June 25, 2025

SOLON — City leaders are close to finalizing a long-anticipated update to the SRNA 28E agreement— a shared-use arrangement between the city and Solon Community School District that governs the...

Each December the Iowa Brass, a British-style brass band, puts on a free community Christmas Concert in addition to at least three other free performances throughout the year.

Iowa Brass – A musical treasure in Solon

Todd Bransky, Special to the Solon Economist June 25, 2025

SOLON — Iowa Brass is an all-volunteer, community-based British-style brass band that will be celebrating their 40th anniversary in 2026. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Iowa Brass is proud...

A member of Solon American Legion Stinocher Post 460 brings more flags to
the rack for disposal during the Post’s annual Flag Retirement Ceremony Saturday, June 14.

Solon celebrates Flag Day

AJ Dolan, Intern June 18, 2025

SOLON — This past Saturday, the Solon American Legion Stinocher Post 460 celebrated Flag Day with an American flag retirement ceremony. The ceremony consisted of a brief speech from Post Commander...

City to recommend approval of plans for new Jordan Creek Church

Chris Umscheid and Natalia Scales June 18, 2025

SOLON — The City of Solon will recommend approval of a conditional use permit for the construction of the Jordan Creek Church on land west of Solon along Hwy. 382. The Council took the action during...

Eat Shop founder Cheryl Maloney
talks about how she transitioned
from a career in corporate America
to entrepreneurship, inspired by her
great aunt’s 1930s bakery, during
the “Small Town, Big Dreams” panel
discussion Wednesday, June 11, at
Big Grove in Solon.

‘Small Town, Big Dreams’ highlights Solon’s recipe for business success

Natalia Scales, Intern June 18, 2025

SOLON — Community pride, smart planning, and a deep respect for local roots were on full display Wednesday June 11, during the “Small Town, Big Dreams – Real Iowa Success Stories” panel at...

The Solon American Legion Auxiliary recently honored six members with 50 or more years ofservice. Back row (from left) – Gail Ott (74 years) and Mary Kucera (64 years). Front row (from left) – Rosemary Erenberger (52 years), Linda Linderbaum (52 years), Phyllis Fiala (64 years) and Jean Stinocher (62 years)

Solon American Legion Auxiliary recognizes members

Kathy Hirl, Solon American Legion Auxiliary Historian June 18, 2025

SOLON — Monday, June 2, the Solon American Legion recognized 27 members for their continuous membership. Six members of the Legion Auxiliary were recognized for 50+ years – Gail Ott (74 years),...

Over $30,000 in improvements have been made to Legion Field in Solon. The Solon Area Community Foundation was a major donor toward a new
scoreboard for the Lady Spartan’s softball field.

Recent improvements to Solon’s athletic facilities

Mike Kabela, Special to the Solon Economist June 18, 2025

SOLON — Solon High School’s baseball field at the Solon Recreation and Nature Area (SRNA) is recognized as one of, if not the top, high school baseball field in Iowa after major improvements done...

Martin Chapa sings a classical Spanish song with confidence and emotion as Solon HS students accompany him during the Solon Mariachi Band’s performance at the Music on Main Street concert Wednesday, June 4, in downtown Solon.

Solon’s Mariachi Band opens Music on Main concert series

Natalia Scales, Intern June 11, 2025

SOLON — The Solon High School Mariachi Band brought vibrant sound and energy back to downtown Solon during the Music on Main Street concert series on Wednesday, June 4. Led by band director Desmond...

Big Grove Solon was the destination for last year’s Big Rove bike ride. Cyclists departed Big Grove locations in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids and converged in Solon for fellowship and the Trophy Dads band before riding back to their starting points. The event returns to Solon Saturday, June 21 and street closures will be in effect for the happening.

Big Rove bicycle ride returns to Solon June 21

Natalia Scales, Intern June 11, 2025

SOLON — Get ready for a day of riding bikes, cold brews, and big fun—Big Rove is rolling back into Solon on Saturday, June 21, and excitement is already building around town. During the June 4 Solon...

Four local students to Girls State 2025

Marilyn Hansen, Special to the Solon Economist June 11, 2025

SOLON - The 2025 session of the Iowa American Legion Auxiliary Iowa Girls State will be held June 15-20 on the campus of Drake University in Des Moines. The Solon American Legion Auxiliary, Unit #460,...

Exterior bricks are cracked and the mortar meant
to connect bricks is disconnecting at the Johnson County
Sheriff’s Office and Jail in Iowa City. Repairs on the 45-year
old building this year will cost $3.5 million, Sheriff Brad Kunkel
said at the June 4 Solon City Council meeting.

Johnson County Sheriff’s Office seeks community input ahead of 2026 jail referendum

Natalia Scales, Intern June 11, 2025

SOLON — During the June 4 Solon City Council meeting, Sheriff Brad Kunkel updated local leaders on staffing progress and future planning efforts underway at the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. Kunkel,...

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