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[Photo] Lady Spartans dominate Bobcats, tie with Clippers
Solon Economist
May 6, 2025
[Photo] Spartans fall to Bobcats
Solon Economist
May 6, 2025
Rudy steals the show
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
May 6, 2025
[Photo] Spartan’s Track and Field break meet record at Denny Gruber Relays victory
Abbey Ballauer
, For the Solon Economist
April 30, 2025
[Photo] Lady Spartans shine at Denny Gruber Relays
Abbey Ballauer
, For the Solon Economist
April 30, 2025
A great day to be a kid in Solon
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
April 24, 2025
‘They’re scheming already’
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
April 24, 2025
[Photo] Spartan Dash 2025 is next Saturday, April 26
Nicole Rodriguez
, The Spartan Dash Team
April 15, 2025
[Photo] Solon’s Lady Spartans will spend spring at Saddleback
Madeleine Willis
, For the Solon Economist
April 3, 2025
[Photo] Cycling and trails generate $1.4 billion for Iowa’s economy
March 26, 2025
[Photo] Returning experience and leadership are keys to a great season
Solon Economist
March 26, 2025
[Photo] A new season dawns for the Spartans
Solon Economist
March 26, 2025
Coming soon — Vision Center P.C. brings comprehensive eyecare to Solon with a familiar face
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
March 19, 2025
Soaring with the Eagles: A spotlight on Solon’s Eagle Scouts
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
March 11, 2025
Big Grove Brewery launches a beer that gives back
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
March 5, 2025
[Photo] Brad Freidhof named Johnson County Conservation Director, succeeding Larry Gullett
Emma Jane
, For the Solon Economist
March 5, 2025
Happy feet and helping hands
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
March 5, 2025
YO HO!
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
February 27, 2025
Legion Fish Fry’s start Friday, March 7
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
February 27, 2025
Lions, a puppy, and a mission
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
February 21, 2025
[Photo] Lady Spartans prevail over Knights in 3A Regional quarterfinals
Kyle Prondzinki
, For the Solon Economist
February 21, 2025
[Photo] Spartans cruise to victory on Senior Night
Kyle T. Prondzinski
February 12, 2025
[Photo] Lietz shines on Senior Night
Kyle T. Prondzinski
February 12, 2025
Cedar Rapids man recovered from Lake Macbride Saturday morning
Emma Jane
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Chris Umscheid
February 12, 2025
[Photo] 8th annual Lake Macbride Fat Tire Classic is Saturday
February 5, 2025
An opportunity easily overlooked
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
February 5, 2025
[Photo] Lady Spartan wrestlers take 2nd at Regional Tourney, send four to State
February 5, 2025
[Photo] Spartans prevail over rival CPU in 2 OT thriller
Jonah Frey
, For the Solon Economist
February 5, 2025
[Photo] Lady Spartan hoops’ comeback attempt falls short vs CPU
Joel Kellar
, Reporter
February 5, 2025
[Photo] Spartan boys’ wrestlers get the sweep in home quad meet
Kyle Prondzinki
, For the Solon Economist
February 5, 2025
Putting their basketball skills to the test
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
January 30, 2025
[Photo] Spartans’ hoops extends winning streak to six upsetting Mount Vernon
Joel Kellar
, Reporter
January 30, 2025
[Photo] Lady Spartans unable to knock off top-ranked Mount Vernon
Joel Kellar
, Reporter
January 30, 2025
[Photo] Lady Spartans wrestlers fall to rival Mustangs
Joel Kellar
, Reporter
January 30, 2025
[Photo] Spartan Wrestling unable to take down Mount Vernon
Joel Kellar
, Reporter
January 30, 2025
A popular option for weight loss has come to Solon
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
January 16, 2025
Spartans sweep Trojans and Wolves in Marion double dual
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
January 16, 2025
Lady Spartans drop two on Marion’s mats
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
January 16, 2025
Because everybody deserves a chance to play
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
December 19, 2024
A request Santa Claus couldn’t refuse
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
December 19, 2024
One of the best
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
December 19, 2024
Solon Middle School students receive musical honors
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
December 19, 2024
[Photo] City Council Highlights from Dec. 4 meeting
Solon Economist
December 11, 2024
Christmas comes early for needy veterans
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
December 11, 2024
[Photo] The big event is this Saturday!
December 3, 2024
[Photo] IATC announces Class 3A AllState girls cross country honors
December 3, 2024
[Photo] The Season is upon us
Solon Economist
November 27, 2024
[Photo] Lights that Give Life to Days; Local community volunteers present Holiday Lights at the Lake
Holiday Lights at the Lake Committee
November 27, 2024
[Photo] Solon Wrestling ready for another successful season under veteran leadership
Kyle Prondzinski
November 21, 2024
[Photo] Solon girls’ wrestling gears up for promising season with depth, talent, and growth
Kyle Prondzinski
, Solon Economist
November 21, 2024
[Photo] A new crop of seniors leads the way for Spartan basketball
November 21, 2024
[Photo] New team, same expectations for Lady Spartan Hoops
Joel Kellar
, Solon Economist
November 20, 2024
[Photo] Grace Erwin named to IGCA volleyball teams
Solon Economist
November 20, 2024
Megan Laing appointed to SCSD Board of Directors
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
November 20, 2024
Filling bellies and trying to keep shelves filled
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
November 12, 2024
Making monsters and movies
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
November 7, 2024
[Photo] All-Conference honors for four Lady Spartans
November 7, 2024
[Photo] Grace Hoeper named MVC Valley Div. Swimmer of the Year
Solon Economist
November 7, 2024
The season ends for the Lady Spartans
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
October 31, 2024
[Photo] Solon freshman phenom qualifies for State
Jonah Frey
October 31, 2024
Catch “The Lightning Thief” this weekend!
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
October 31, 2024
[Photo] Halloween comes early to Solon
October 23, 2024
An opportunity for coffee and conversation
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
October 23, 2024
[Photo] Spartans find redemption on Senior Night
Kyle T. Prondzinki
October 23, 2024
[Photo] Lady Spartans go 2-1 in WaMaC Tournament postseason play this week
Solon Economist
October 23, 2024
Exploring the elements of nature musically
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
October 16, 2024
Dashing for Kids
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
October 9, 2024
Little Hawks fall to Trojan-Bolts in crosstown rivalry meet
Chris Umscheid
, Editor
October 10, 2024
Close isn’t enough, it has to be right
Chris Umscheid
, Solon Economist
October 2, 2024
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