Grinnell Farmers Market Opens Vendor Application for 2024 Season
GRINNELL, IA – The Grinnell Farmers Market has opened its application process for the 2024 season! Market will kick off Thursday, May 9 from 3-6 PM and Saturday, May 11 from 10 AM-Noon and will run until October 17 and 19 at the corner of Fourth Ave & Broad Street, around Central Park. Vendors interested […]
UnityPoint Health – Grinnell Hosts Blood Drive, January 24, 2
Donations today can save lives tomorrow. (GRINNELL, Iowa – December 27, 2023) – UnityPoint Health® – Grinnell Regional Medical Center (GRMC) is partnering with LifeServe Blood Center to host a blood drive on Wednesday, January 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The LifeServe blood drive will take place in GRMC’s Tomasek Conference Room on the first […]
Announcing Steve Langerud’s Retirement and Kellie McGriff’s Promotion as Mayflower Community Executive Director
Grinnell, Iowa – Following five years as the Executive Director of Mayflower Homes, Inc. Steve Langerud has retired and transitioned the role to Kellie McGriff, BSN, NHA effective October 10, 2023. In addition to Executive Director, McGriff will continue her current role as Nursing Home Administrator. During his tenure, Langerud utilized his experience as a trusted […]
Amelia Nickle of Hotel Grinnell and The Highlander Hotel Named IHLA Employee of the Year and One of IRA’s 40 Women to Watch
Nickle was honored at an awards luncheon on October 2, 2023, at The Rewind Hotel in West Des Moines Iowa City, Iowa (October 7, 2023)—In a remarkable journey spanning seven years, Amelia Nickle has proven her dedication and perseverance, having risen through the ranks at Hotel Grinnell and The Highlander. Named the Iowa Hotel and […]
“LEAVE IT BETTER THAN YOU FOUND IT” Nominations Open
Nominations are open for the 2023 “Leave It Better ThanYou Found It” awards from the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation. All Grinnell area nonprofit, social, civic, fraternal, and community groups making a difference in the local community are eligible to be nominated by the August 1 deadline. The 2023 “Leave It Better” winning organization […]
RAGBRAI Grinnell Committee Announces Entertainment Line Up
GRINNELL, IA – The RAGBRAI Grinnell Committee is excited to announce the entertainment lineup for Thursday, July 27. Grinnell is the final pass through community on Day 5 of the 2023 RAGBRAI route. Riders will be hosted in Grinnell’s Central Park during their stop. Live music will take place on the stage in Central Park […]
Jennifer & Kevin McAlexander to Serve as 2023 Fourth of July Grand Marshals
GRINNELL, IA – The Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce announces Jennifer & Kevin McAlexander will serve as the 2023 Fourth of July Grand Marshals. Many incredible and worthy nominations were received again this year, and we are excited to recognize Jennifer and Kevin for their tireless contributions to the Central Park Holiday festivities over the […]
G-N CSD Superintendent Resigns Effective June 30
Dear Grinnell-Newburg Families: After seven wonderful years serving the Grinnell-Newburg Community School District as your Superintendent of Schools, I have made the decision with the support and care of our Grinnell School Board to part ways this summer and join my husband in retirement. I have enjoyed my time here and I am so proud of […]
Matt Hedman hired as GC swimming and diving coach
GRINNELL, Iowa – Grinnell College will welcome Matthew Hedman as its new swimming and diving coach starting this summer. Hedman replaces longtime coach Erin Hurley, who retired from the post following the 2022-23 campaign. Hedman has enjoyed a successful run as an assistant coach at Hope College in Holland, Mich. In 2022-23, Hope’s women won their […]
Grinnell College Achieves Impressive Athletic Milestones
Grinnell College is proud to announce an exceptional year of athletic achievements, showcasing the remarkable talent and dedication of student-athletes, coaches and support staff. With an impressive display of skill and determination, Grinnell teams have secured seven team conference championships out of 20 sports, with five of these titles achieved by women’s teams. The conference […]