Marceline Hoops Girls, Brookfield Boys Reach District Semis
The 2024-25 high school basketball season extended into at least mid-week for both Marceline and Brookfield, a bit unexpectedly.
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Updates to 2025 Marceline Tours
Marceline Tours has released updated information since the previous report in the Linn County Leader on its list of organizations assisting with promotion of the current tour schedule. The updated information clarifies misprinted information on some of the flyers and outlines how organizations get listed for helping promote the current tour schedule.
Sugar Rush for Youth Set for Feb. 26
Park Baptist Youth is inviting students in grades sixth-seniors to join them for their annual Sugar Rush Event Night on Wed., Feb. 26. The event will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. at Park Baptist Church, located at 121 E Park St. in Brookfield.
High School Wrestling Postseason Continues
The female portion of Linn County’s representation at this coming week’s high school wrestling state championships cemented last Friday and Saturday when five Brookfield Lady Bulldogs – three of them as individual champions – powered the blue and white to a second-straight Class 1 District 2 team title, while Marceline came away empty-handed, tonight and tomorrow at Versailles, the BHS and MHS boys’ state hopefuls will battle for top-4 finishes in the 15-schools Class 1 District 3 tournament which would send them on to state.
Linn County Sheriff’s Office Announces Promotion, New Hire
Sheriff Carrie Melte has announced a leadership promotion and a new addition to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, recognizing the dedication and experience of two law enforcement professionals. Deputy Brad Aldrich has been promoted to Chief Deputy, while Jon Chandler joins the department as a Sergeant.
Beyond Reason by Rob Perez
Las Vegas, Nevada. The Little White Wedding Chapel. Rob waits in his car in the drive-thru. The driver of the convertible ahead of him honks several times, excited, joyous. The couple shares a kiss, takes a handful of selfies, pops open a bottle of champagne, and drives off.
Brookfield Girls Have Brightest District Mat Prospects
While the boys have another week to prepare, Brookfield’s and Marceline’s high school wrestlers are into “do-or-die” mode this weekend, needing top-4 individual finishes the Class 1 District 2 Tournament at distant St. Charles to qualify for the approaching state tournament and extend their personal 2024-25 seasons.
Linn County Health Department Hosts Gateway to Hope Coffee Chat Tomorrow
On Monday, Dec. 9 the Linn County Health Department will welcome the community to a Gateway to Hope Coffee Chat. This open-house-style event will take… Login to continue reading Login…