Lebanon adopts $94.7 million budget, includes wastewater plant project
The Lebanon City Council adopted a $94.7 budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year during its regular meeting on…
Waterloo to get tougher on RV living laws
The City of Waterloo is urging residents to take heed of city ordinances concerning yard debris and RV-living.…
Fire grant supports seasonal Lebanon crew, but overall revenue expected to decrease
The Lebanon Fire District swore-in new fire members and reported some concerns during its board meeting on Tuesday,…
Pool may require adult supervision for kids 14 and under
The Board of Directors of the Lebanon Aquatic District briefly indicated there will be rate changes at the…
Lebanon kicks up heels at Strawberry Festival
The 117th annual Lebanon Strawberry Festival’s “Strawberry Nights” drew hundreds, if not thousands, to the city for the…
LHS grads value character, staying true to self
Lebanon High School graduated 272 students during the Class of 2026 commencement ceremonies on Tuesday, June 2. The…
Death at Linn County Jail spurs pursuit for answers
A Sweet Home man was found dead in his cell at Linn County Jail last month and his…
Commissioner, Sheriff cover variety of topics at town hall meeting
Linn County Commissioner Sherrie Sprenger and Linn County Sheriff Michelle Duncan held a town hall meeting May 27…
Chief: Lebanon Fire District brings value to city despite light staffing
Lebanon Fire District brings value to businesses and the community. That’s the message Fire Chief John Tacy wanted…
East Linn Christian graduates 23
East Linn Christian Academy graduated 23 students during its commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 6. Above, members from…
‘Murder’ party at Sweet Home library
Hannah Bodi was “so excited” when she found four black feathered costume wings at a yard sale recently…
Meet the 2026 Strawberry Court: Tatum Cole
“Strawberry Nights,” the theme for the Strawberry Festival’s 117th year, invites the Strawberry Festival Court to reflect on…
Meet the 2026 Strawberry Court: Ruby VandenBos
“Strawberry Nights,” the theme for the Strawberry Festival’s 117th year, invites the Strawberry Festival Court to reflect on…
Meet the 2026 Strawberry Court: Payton Voight
“Strawberry Nights,” the theme for the Strawberry Festival’s 117th year, invites the Strawberry Festival Court to reflect on…
Meet the 2026 Strawberry Court: Emma Estes
“Strawberry Nights,” the theme for the Strawberry Festival’s 117th year, invites the Strawberry Festival Court to reflect on…
Meet the 2026 Strawberry Court: Anne Workman
“Strawberry Nights,” the theme for the Strawberry Festival’s 117th year, invites the Strawberry Festival Court to reflect on…
Lebanon Legacy celebrates JOYA students
Lights were low in the auditorium, allowing a blue and white glow emanating off the stage from letter…
Lebanon pool anticipates increased revenue, hopes for renovations
During its initial Budget Committee and regular Board of Directors meeting, both held on May 18, the Lebanon…
Sodaville mayor announces resignation, moving out of city
During the Sodaville City Council on Thursday, May 21, Mayor Brian Lewis announced next month’s meeting will be…
Local officers recognized for life-saving acts
Two Lebanon police officers were each awarded a Medal of Valor during the City Council’s regular meeting on…
Sweet Home community officer recognized for work with homeless
Coming from a nomination by Police Captain Ryan Cummings, Community Services Officer Sean Morgan was honored with a…
Sweet Home School District pursues .06 acres of land
Following a public hearing, the Sweet Home Planning Commission approved a property line adjustment and related zone amendment…
Lebanon Fire District considers consultants for levy measure
The Lebanon Fire District Board of Directors heard from two election consultants during its regular meeting on Tuesday,…
Fire alarm replacements top of priority list for Lebanon schools
During its meeting on May 14 following a discussion based on concerns about future budgetary cuts, the Lebanon…
Waterloo to consider city recorder hours
Following a preliminary Budget Committee meeting, the Waterloo City Council talked about increasing hours for the city recorder…