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

SOLON — City leaders are close to fi nalizing a long-anticipated update to the SRNA 28E agreement—a shared-use arrangement between the city and Solon Community School District that governs the use and maintenance of athletic facilities and concession areas. At last week’s council meeting, Mayor Dan O’Neil and Council Member Steve Duncan shared the latest progress, highlighting productive discussions with the school committee and the narrowing list of unresolved issues.

“This has been a really collaborative effort,” O’Neil said. “We’ve worked through a lot of the gray areas, and we’re now focusing on just a couple of outstanding items.”

One key issue involves the electric meter that currently powers the baseball scoreboard, field lights, concession stand, and dugout outlets usage that primarily benefits the school district. To simplify billing and clarify responsibilities, the city and school are considering the installation of a second electric meter. The cost of the new meter is estimated at $6,500, which would be split evenly between the two entities.

“This makes it a cleaner process,” Duncan said. “Each party would pay for what they use, which is especially important as the area continues to grow.”

The council expressed general support for moving forward with the shared expense, and a motion was introduced to allocate funds for the new meter.

Another unresolved issue involves a fee structure originally outlined in a 2006 agreement, in which the school would pay the city 20% of concession sales. That agreement appears to have stopped around 2017, prompting a reevaluation of what is fair moving forward. O’Neil emphasized the need for transparency and long-term sustainability.

“There have been a lot of handshake deals over the years that worked well at the time,” O'Neil said. “But as leadership changes on both sides, those informal agreements can get lost. This updated 28E agreement will help keep everything on paper, clear, and enforceable.”

Rasmussen is currently reviewing the city’s ongoing expenses at the facility, including utilities and maintenance, to help determine an appropriate and equitable fee structure. The school has been asked to do the same with its revenue and cost breakdown.

“The goal is to create an agreement that stands the test of time,” O’Neil said. “One that’s fair, comprehensive, and makes sense for both sides.”

Further updates will be shared as the draft agreement is finalized and reviewed.

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

A look at the June 18 meeting of the Solon City Council

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 Works Specialist, noting that he began his role Monday, June 16.

“We’re glad to have him on board,” Rasmussen said. Rasmussen also provided an update on the city's

ongoing tree replacement initiative, which has been spearheaded by Public Works Superintendent Kris Richardson. While some newly planted trees have struggled to take root, Rasmussen emphasized that setbacks were expected and are being addressed.

“This project has been such a great part of our spring,” she said. “It’s encouraging to see the community and staff working together to improve our parks.”

One major boost came from the Solon Area Community Foundation, which donated $4,000 toward trees for Randall Park and shelter. One tree has already been planted, and several more are expected

A reminder about local fireworks ordinances

SOLON — As the Fourth of July approaches, Solon will be gearing up for the celebration with fireworks, but not without code rules from the city and the state of Iowa.

In 2017, Solon adopted city ordinance No. 440, allowing for residents of the city to launch consumer fireworks legally within city limits. The ordinance applies to the permitted dates and times of July 1-3 from 9:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. and July 4 from 9 a.m.11:00 p.m.

The city’s ordinance coincides with the latest Iowa firework code, signed into law by Gov. Kim Reynolds stating that local governments can no longer restrict or ban the use of fireworks within the stated dates and times.

“The Solon ordinance was written previously [to the recent Iowa law], so there’s really no change there,” said Mark Moses, Johnson County Sheriff ’s Deputy.

Citizens of unincorporated areas of Johnson County fall under the same city and state ordinances, unless an application is filed through the county Board of Supervisors, allowing for special exemptions outside of the permitted time frames set.

to be planted soon.

“We really appreciate the Foundation’s support,” Rasmussen added. “We love hearing about all the improvements being made in that area.”

In other updates, Johnson County Supervisor Rod Sullivan thanked Solon residents and the Solon Fire Department for their feedback on the safety concerns at the intersections along 140th Street. As a result of the community's input, the county has decided to install rumble strips at the intersections with Ely Road and Highway 1 to improve driver awareness. “We’ve found that many of the accidents there were due to distracted driving,” Sullivan said. “These changes should help prevent future incidents.”

Sullivan also briefed the council on the county’s participation in a major groundwater study, led by USGS hydrologist Jude Thomas. The study examines the Silurian aquifer—an essential water source for Johnson County and surrounding areas—and projects groundwater flow trends through 2045.

“This research will give us valuable insight into future water availability,” Sullivan said. “When the study is finalized, we’ll work with cities like

Solon to determine next steps and invite residents to participate.”

Finally, Sullivan noted an unresolved zoning issue in the city-county fringe area and encouraged Solon leaders to revisit and update the current fringe area agreement to prevent future jurisdictional confusion.

"Per the sort of odd zoning thing that has come up in our fringe area that wasn't covered by the fringe area agreement that we have. I know Cami has talked about updating the fringe area so that doesn't happen again, and we are obviously happy to talk about that whenever we get around to it.”

Through a misunderstanding, it was stated in the 6/19 edition of the Economist the City was going to recommend a conditional use permit for the construction of the Jordan Creek Church.

In actuality the Council approved Resolution 25-26, which denies a conditional use permit application by Robert Upmeyer and/or the Jordan Creek Church within the twomile fringe area.

The City, while expressing support for the church, disagrees with Johnson County’s

approach – issuing a conditional use permit for construction, and feels the project should instead go through the Fringe Area Agreement. Being outside the city limits, the County has jurisdiction over the parcel, which is located less than one quarter of a mile from the current western city limits of Solon along Iowa Hwy. 382.

According to the Resolution, the City feels the sale by the Upmeyer Family of land to the church for the purpose of building a church violates the Fringe Area Agreement between the City and Johnson County, that the conditional use permit applied for by Robert Upmeyer is void and any new applications should be submitted by Jordan Creek Church, Inc., and that the County’s Planning, Development, and Sustainability (PDS) Department and Board of Supervisors have disregarded the City’s requests and attempts to ensure the orderly growth and development of the Upmeyer property. In addition the City maintains PDS has “knowingly” advised Upmeyer toward a Conditional Use Permit process with, “the intended result being to bypass the terms of the Fringe Area Agreement and annexation process, and to avoid the City of Solon design standards and site plan requirements.”

With an expected 250 parish-

ioners, the City feels the church will create a significant impact on Solon and sees allowing the project to proceed under the Conditional Use Permit process as “irresponsible development and sprawl creating negative planning and financial impacts to the City of Solon for decades to come.” In addition the Resolution states, “The Solon City Council cannot support this Conditional Use Permit application because the process does not allow the City of Solon to have the authority needed to ensure the proposed church project meets the necessary design requirements for orderly growth within the 2-Mile Fringe area of Solon and to meet the required design standards (water, sewer, storm water management, traffic impacts to Hwy. 382, future street extension, site plan review and approval by the City, and a Development Agreement with the City).

Reminder - Public information meeting Saturday on wastewater plant alternatives

The City of Solon will host a public information meeting Saturday, June 28 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall regarding the new wastewater treatment facility. City engineers will give a presentation on the alternatives analysis for the new facility.

Come to Iowa City for Ackerman’s

July 4th

Stars and Stripes Antique & Vintage Market

10th annual event to be held in Iowa City at the Johnson County Fairgrounds

IOWA CITY — The 10th annual (actually 11 years but no show in 2020) Ackerman's July 4th Stars & Stripes Antique and Vintage Market will once again be held at the Johnson County Fairgrounds located just off the Avenue Of The Saints at Exit 89 then north 1/2 mile to the fairgrounds.

Thousands of eager buyers and collectors of all types of items attend each year and arrive a bit ahead of the official starting time of 7 a.m. The show continues till 3 p.m.

Admission to this large and wonderful show is only $5 per person and free parking is available close to the complex of buildings.

Please note that this show is only on July 4th and is well worth attending from any distance.

Three buildings full of antiques of all types will await the thousands of eager buyers who attend annually and this year should be no exception. Outdoor dealers will be set up around the complex of buildings as well.

Categories of items that will be found will be lots of nice older and primitive furniture, stoneware and pottery, antique and vintage jewelry, antique quilts, old farm items, galvanized items of all types and ages, lots of old postcards and ephemera, linens and lace, a booth of sports cards and related collectable items, woodenware, cast iron

items, lots of vintage items (1930's thru 1970's) nice glassware, artwork, pottery, and so many more great items of antique nature being represented.

This show is the outgrowth of the long running Hanson's Grove Antique Show held at Solon Iowa from about 1979 to 2014 when Ackerman’s took over the void in the area with the absence of the show and transformed it to the Johnson County Fairgrounds at Iowa City.

In addition to being the largest of the area shows, and a huge draw to the area with the great variety of items for sale, there will also be a wonderful food stand/lunch counter featuring Sweetings Catering (Jerry & Marge) from Riverside. The Sweetings have done catering for many, many years and offer mouthwatering food (usually brats, burgers, tenderloins, hot dogs, and the like) along with many varieties of beverages to quench the thirst of the many buyers who attend.

Music also will be available for your listening and dancing enjoyment in the round open sided grain bin close to the lunch stand. Long time musician and accordionist Lyle Beaver (now playing his 72nd year) will be entertaining with wonderful music leaning to old time standards, rock and roll, polka, waltzes, Cajun, and even gospel and patriotic selections. Lyle will draw a crowd of his own that attends the show each year and is tentatively scheduled from about 9:30 to noon or a bit past.

Do not miss this wonderful and large annual Antique & Vintage Market at the Johnson County Fairgrounds at the southwest edge of Iowa City!

The Library is for everyone and Summer Reading is too! Come check out a book, movie, cake pan, and even a telescope. The Library has something for everyone to read, learn, and enjoy this summer.

Challenge your detective talents in the Library Spy School with a crash course in secret codes, invisible ink, fingerprinting and more! Library Spy School is Tuesday, July 1, at 4:00 p.m. for Kids (incoming 1st-8th graders). No registration necessary.

Storytime continues every Tuesday morning at 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. Perfect for littles and their caregivers to enjoy stories, songs, and social time. Saturday, July 12, we’ll enjoy Saturday Splash Pad Storytime at 10:30 a.m. Meet us at the Solon Splash Pad, located in Solon Recreation and Nature Area near the Timber Dome to enjoy stories, books, and fun!

Why do things explode?

We'll explore the interactions of pressure, temperature and states of matter to explain why things pop, bang or blow up. Experiment with ultracold liquid nitrogen and combustible gases in this spectacular assembly. Join us at the Family Life Center (131 N. West St) for this

all-ages program with our friends from The Science Center of Iowa Monday, July 7, at 1:00 p.m. No registration necessary.

Learn to fold your own Origami cranes and flowers at DIY Night Tuesday, July 8, at 6:30 p.m. This night of learning and creating is for adults and young adults (16+), please register on our website calendar or by calling the library.

Upcoming dates to Read with Willa the Dog are Wednesday, July 9, starting at 4:00 p.m. and Monday, July 28, starting at 5:30 p.m. Kids (1st-8th graders) can register for a 15-minute time slot to cuddle up with Willa and a good book.

These are just a few of the fun things we have coming up this summer so take a look at the calendar and join us for some library fun!

Program registration can be completed on our website calendar by clicking on the specific event and completing the form. You may also call or visit the Library for assistance with registration. Registration for July programs opened on June 20. And don’t forget—reading all summer long earns you small prizes and chances to win grand prizes and unlock new levels of achievement. So, grab your library

card, gather your friends, and get ready to Level Up your summer—only at your library!

The Summer Reading Program runs June 1 through July 31. Track your participation on paper slips or in the ReadSquared App.

Regular Library hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed Sundays. Please always refer to our website calendar or call to check hours as weather may impact our ability to be safely open.

Special Hours Friday, June 27: 9:00 a.m.-4:00p.m. to allow time for our monthly staff in-service.

Everyone is welcome at the Library and our programs. Please contact us with access needs.

When you’re wondering why the latest releases aren’t on the shelves… It's because everyone is reading them! These are the most popular books for the month of June. Place a hold or Bookmark it in your online account. Coming in as the most popular adult fiction title, Say You’ll Remember Me

Temperatures are climbing, Alliant Energy o ers customers 5 tips to manage energy use

Company expects normal energy delivery and is prepared for upcoming extreme heat

As temperatures heat up, Alliant Energy says they are prepared to deliver the reliable energy customers need. In fact, Alliant Energy reports they consistently plan for the ongoing energy needs of customers by maintaining a balanced energy mix.

According to Alliant Energy, preparation and a balanced energy mix are essential to ensuring they have sufficient resources to meet demand, especially when warmer than normal temperatures are predicted.

As a member of the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), Alliant Energy communicates its projected supply of capacity. In turn, MISO monitors and manages the generation and transmission of electricity within a multi-state region, which includes Iowa and Wisconsin. Customers can voluntarily begin to reduce their energy use, which can help with their overall energy bills. Alliant

Energy offers 5 tips to help customers reduce their energy consumption while staying cool during the upcoming heat:

• Turn up your thermostat –Talk with your family about adjusting your thermostat; for example, consider setting it to 78 degrees during the day, higher in the overnight hours when you’re sleeping and turning it off when you are away.

• Close shades – This will keep the sun from warming rooms that then causes your AC to kick in and will keep the space cooler.

• Use cold water – Take cooler showers, wash clothes in cold water and adjust your water heater setting to 120 degrees.

• Take care of your AC and vents –Clean or change your AC air filters and clear space around your air vents so your AC can move air through easier while also using less energy.

• Get an AC tune-up – Have a professional contractor tune up your AC unit to keep it performing its best. By taking these measures, customers can reduce their energy use, which will have a positive impact on their bills. For more information, visit alliantenergy. com/ways-to-save/summer-bills.

by Abby Jimenez. Check out First Time Caller by B.K. Borison while you wait!

Number two on the list is Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry. Check out The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren while you wait for this bestseller.

At number three we have Battle Mountain by CJ Box. Try The Cold Dish by Craig Johnson after this read! And at number four, The Crash by Freida McFadden. Check out Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica for another thriller!

OPINIONS

Thoughts on punctuation, spelling and grammar

Food for Thought

It has been several years since I lost a dear friend who once taught rhetoric at the University of Iowa. She told me that one of the first things she did in every class was to write on the chalkboard the word (or non-word), 'alot' and warn her students that if she ever saw that used in any written work, it would mean an automatic grade of F. “Alot' is impossible to detect in speech, for it has a couple commonly used homonyms ('a lot' and 'allot.') Fortunately for today's students, the current spell-checkers automatically correct that usage, but many still persist in believing it to be a legitimate word meaning 'many.' Similarly, the term 'ahold' should be written as two words, as in...'get a hold on the reins...' this leaves the opportunity to clarify the word 'hold' as in 'a firm (or loose, etc.) hold'. In any case, I feel 'get a hold of that' to be fairly ambiguous. I also question the use of the word 'of' and suggest that 'a hold on' would be more accurate.

There seems to be a lot of confusion about the difference between 'less' and 'fewer.' The first refers to amounts, the second to numbers. A current lawn-care commercial illustrates the frequent confusion regarding the words; “...if you want greener grass, less weeds and less bugs...” In both instances the word 'less' should be replaced by 'fewer' as it refers to the number of weeds and bugs. You could rephrase the statement to '...less trouble with weeds and less poisonous spray to control the bugs...” The word 'less' then refers to trouble and spray which are measured in amounts, not numbers. Nobody, not even our most articulate television news anchor, seems to know that 'loan' is a noun and that, when we let someone use our lawnmower, we lend it to them. 'Lend' is the verb (the action word) that says we are granting the use of the lawnmower. The lawnmower itself is the loan – a noun.

I have no idea why some writers persist in tacking a meaningless 's' onto the end of 'toward' as in the nearly universally used 'going towards' something. 'Toward' means 'moving in the direction of' so what purpose does the 's' serve?

Few writers seem to care about the difference between 'farther' and 'further'. There are no complicated rules about the proper usage. It's very simple: 'farther' refers to measurable distances only; for everything else, use 'further'.

Punctuation rules change over time and vary for different types of written material. There are apparently differing standards for different genres, at least according to my observations of scholarly writing, newspapers, popular novels and so forth. British and American English currently disagree on just about everything. Many punctuation sins go undetected in speech because we can't always hear the distinctions commas and periods, etc. provide. But, if we could, we might be alarmed at being asked, “What's that in the road – a head?” or wonder how it could be that someone 'changed into a suit and tie', or 'a frilly party dress'.

It all reminds me of an old vaudeville routine where the repairman is asked why he hasn't yet fixed a damaged bicycle. “Well,” he explained, “I just haven't been able to get around to it.”

“I'll see what I can find,” says the customer and he rushes out before the repairman can say anything more. He's gone for hours and finally comes back greatly discouraged. “I went to every hardware store in the county” he said. “even a couple used bike dealers, and nobody had any tuits at all, and certainly no round ones.”

Mrs. Cotter taught eighth grade English in my junior high years. I'm pretty sure that she would give failing grades to a lot of the people who are presently making their livings writing advertising, TV scripts and even news stories. A stickler for accuracy and clarity, she would no doubt wonder, as I do, why those air fresheners and room deodorizers claiming to eliminate all the odors in the air don't also get rid of their own spicy or flowery smells?

Q&A: Senate legislates

One Big Beautiful Bill

With U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley

Q: How will the Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill impact Iowans?

A: Based on my county meetings, emails, and phone calls, Iowans are paying close attention to the One Big Beautiful Bill moving through Congress. After passing out of the House of Representatives, the committees of jurisdiction in the Senate are now hammering out policy details on agriculture, taxes, immigration, health care, and more. The bill is advancing in the Senate under the expedited reconciliation process that doesn’t require a 60-vote threshold and can’t include non-budgetary matters in the bill. As a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, I’ve had my sleeves rolled up at the policymaking table advocating on behalf of Iowans, including agriculture, energy, taxes , health careand more. This package is a generational opportunity to prevent the largest tax increase in U.S. history and restore fiscal sanity. Americans sent a strong message in the last election and delivered a mandate to President Trump and the Republican Majority in Congress. That mandate includes cutting government bloat, reining in wasteful spending and stopping the biggest tax increase in the history of the country.

Let’s start with health care, in particular Medicaid. That’s the federal-state program that provides free or low-cost health care to individuals based on their income and family size, serving Americans with disabilities, seniors, kids, pregnant moms and others. A sizable majority of Americans supports efforts to stop wasteful spending that drains resources for people who truly need this safety net and puts an unfair burden on taxpayers. I’ve been a long-time champion for protecting the Medicaid program for the most vulnerable Iowans. This includes my work to pass theFamily Opportunity Act and Advancing Care for Exceptional (ACE) Kids Act, and my continued work on supporting kids with complex medical needs and improving maternal and child health.

The Senate bill includes measures to strengthen the integrity of the Medicaid program, delay costly Biden-era regulations, stop Obamacare subsidies from going to illegal immigrants and enacting work requirements for able-bodied adults with reasonable exemptions, such as parents with young kids.

Contrary to misinformation campaigns seeking to stop these common-sense reforms from getting to the president’s desk, the Senate bill does not take away Medicaid from those who genuinely need it.

In fact, our bill seeks to strengthen the program so that it can continue to serve vulnerable populations it was designed to serve. For example, it would stop people from taking advantage of Medicaid coverage in multiple states; remove safe harbor protections

for those who make erroneous excess payments; and ban Medicaid managed care PBM spread pricing, among many other common-sense program integrity provisions. Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are the middlemen who negotiate prices with pharmaceutical companies, health insurance companies, employer benefit plans, pharmacies and the consumer. PBMs can raise prices consumers pay for their medications, and instead of passing that revenue along to the pharmacy, they pocket the difference, known as “spread pricing.” I’ve long worked to reduce prescription drug prices and I’m pleased to get this specific reform in the Senate bill.

Q: What’s so critical about the tax provisions in the bill?

A: Our bill makes the 2017 tax law permanent. If Congress does nothing, the U.S. economy will get strangled by a $4 trillion tax hike on American workers, small businesses, farmers and families. The last thing American households and small businesses need – after recovering from supply chain setbacks during the pandemic and record-setting inflation under the Biden administration – is a higher tax bill from the federal government. Letting the 2017 tax law expire would cut the child tax credit and standard deduction in half. Iowa families would see on average a $1,400 tax increase. It also would slap a massive tax increase on small businesses, slamming the brakes on hiring, investing and expanding in local communities across the country. Iowa would stand to lose 57,000 jobs and more than $5 billion in employee wages across the state.

Instead, the Senate bill would provide additional tax relief to working families, making permanent across-the-board tax rates; expanding the child tax credit; strengthening employer-provided childcare credit; enhancing the standard deduction; and, making permanent the small business deduction. It adds new tax relief for tipped workers and hourly workers who earn overtime pay, repeals burdensome reporting requirements for gig workers (rolls back the proposed $600 threshold for online payment platforms) and reduces paperwork burdens for small businesses by increasing the 1099-MISC threshold. The Senate-backed pro-growth tax policies would fuel investment with full expensing for domestic research and development, new capital improvements (including machinery and equipment) and new factories and factory improvements. These measures would provide much-needed certainty for small businessesand factories across our state, concerns I hear about regularly during my county meetings.

Medicaid cuts threaten rural hospitals, already on shaky financial footing, a problem for those representing rural America. Meanwhile, the bill contains very troubling provisions that threaten our democracy, about which Republicans have little or nothing to say.

As the US Senate debates the huge budget bill passed by the House, the problems with the bill have become evident as numerous Republicans begin airing their differences. That the bill would add a massive $3.8 trillion to the deficit concerns fiscal conservatives. That the bill would cause an estimated 16 million people to lose health care concerns others.

None of these problems seem to concern Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks, who heaps praise on the bill. And Republicans remain united on one red line that won’t be crossed: Giant tax cuts for millionaires must be preserved. The tech billionaires, hedge fund managers, and crypto currency speculators who have contributed so generously to Republican campaigns will be protected no matter what. The richest one percent of Iowans, with incomes above $677,600, would see a tax cut of $78,530 on average, according to estimates of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Meanwhile, new estimates by the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office show how this bill finances those tax cuts at the top by taking money

from those at the bottom. The lowest-income tenth of the population would see a loss of $1,600 from all the provisions of this bill. In addition to pushing millions off Medicaid, the bill lowers the income threshold for families to receive the Child Tax Credit, rendering as many as 166,000 Iowa children ineligible. And millions of individuals and small businesses who obtain health insurance under the Affordable Care Act will see an increase in health insurance premiums that will cause many to lose coverage.

Miller-Meeks’ defense of her vote reeks of deception. She implies that the tax cuts are financed in part by ending Medicaid benefits for undocumented immigrants when in fact no federal Medicaid funds pay for such benefits because such immigrants are ineligible. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that millions will lose Medicaid coverage simply by failing to jump through the new hurdles imposed by the bill, using bureaucratic red tape to save money for tax cuts to the rich.

But even more troubling are some of the lesserknown provisions drawn from the infamous Project 2025. First among these is the provision aimed at granting the Trump administration near immunity from illegal and unconstitutional acts. The administration is already facing at least 275 legal challenges to executive actions and has openly defied court orders. The only recourse in such cases is for the judge to seek contempt of court charges against those in the administration who have defied the court. This last bulwark against a lawless, autocratic administration is undermined by the budget bill, which prevents a court using public funds to enforce a contempt of court order. Miller-Meeks makes no mention of this provision, of course, on her website. Is she too afraid of Trump to stand up for American democracy and the rule of law?

Peter Fisher Solon

From T-Ball to tuition: Invest in your child’s future with ISave 529

“Whether it’s T-ball, soccer, softball or baseball, Iowa parents and families are out there rooting for their kids every day this summer,” said Treasurer Smith. “That same dedication can help them hit a home run, or score a goal, when it comes to planning for future educational expenses. ISave 529 makes it easy to start saving.”

ISave 529 is a tax-advantaged savings plan that helps families set aside money for future qualified educational expenses, including tuition, books and room and board. Whether a child decides to go to a four-year, two-year or a technical school, these funds can help them support their future goals.

An ISave 529 account can be opened with as little as $25, and anyone – parents, grandparents, even friends – can contribute. The plan offers a variety of investment options and is easy to manage through the online portal at ISave529.com or on your mobile device.

DES MOINES – As Iowa ballfields fill with the sounds of summer cheers and the crack of bats, State Treasurer Roby Smith is encouraging Iowa families to think beyond the game and take a step toward a child’s future by opening and investing in an ISave 529 account.

To learn how you can open an ISave 529 account, visit ISave529.com. For more information about the plan, read the Program Description (https://cdn. unite529.com).

Connect with ISave 529 on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to stay informed of updates and news.

Public meeting to discuss cancer in Johnson County Monday, June 30 SOLON ECONOMIST

Johnson County Public Health invites community members to attend the following event, which aligns with ongoing work outlined in Johnson County Public Health’s Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), a community-driven roadmap focused on improving health and well-being.

The Iowa Cancer Registry and University of Iowa College of Public Health, in collaboration with the Iowa Cancer Consortium, University of Iowa Health Care Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Iowa Rural Health Association, is hosting the Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project to present county-specific cancer information and address community concerns in each of Iowa’s 99 counties.

The meeting for Johnson County is Monday, June 30 at 4 p.m. Residents, public health officials, community leaders, and policy makers are encouraged to attend and participate in the discussion. Representatives from the 99 Counties Project will share the latest cancer data related to Johnson County and provide residents an opportunity to voice concerns or suggestions for improving cancer outcomes in the community.

Guest speakers include Mary Charlton, PhD, Director of the Iowa Cancer Registry and Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Iowa College of Public Health and Whitney Zahnd, PhD, Pastpresident of the Iowa Rural Health Association and Assistant Professor at the University of Iowa Department of Health Management and Policy

When: Monday, June 30 from 4:00 to 5:30 PM

Where:

Attend online or in-person – register for the event online at https://iowacancerconsortium. wildapricot.org/event-6197687

In-person location:

855 S Dubuque St., Iowa City, Boardroom 301 on the 3rd floor

About the Cancer in Iowa: 99 Counties Project

The 99 Counties Project is a public health initiative aimed at enhancing cancer education and community engagement across Iowa’s 99 counties. Reports containing information about the rates of new cancers and cancer deaths in each county compared to the state of Iowa and the US, as well as risk factor data from the CDC’s Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, will be presented to each county. There will be time allotted to listening to the questions, concerns, and ideas of community members.

SPORTS A pair of sweeps as Williamsburg and Grinnell fall to the Spartans

WILLIAMSBURG — The perfect week started Monday, June 16 with a trip to WaMaC West foe Williamsburg. Seniors Ty Bell and Jackson Link scored in the top of the second while Spartan defense, led by sophomore Brady Wick on the mound, shut out the Raiders 2-0 in game one.

Wick went the seven inning distance giving up five hits, no runs, no errors, and issuing five strikeouts. Link led at the plate with two hits while sophomore Maddox Kelley, junior Carson Kidwell, and Bell produced one each with a double for Kelley and an RBI for senior Nolan Seagren.

An eight run deluge in the top of the eighth inning, after two runs in the first, gave Solon a 10-0 nightcap win.

Kelley, Bell, and junior Tyler Greazel crossed home plate twice with one run each from Seagren, freshman Luke Merrick, junior Dylan Gorham, and Wick. Kelley and Kidwell produced two hits each with two RBIs for Kidwell. Seagren, Gorham, and Bell each had one hit with two RBIs for Bell. Link went the distance giving up three hits, no runs, walking three, and dispensing five strikeouts.

GRINNELL – Following a Wednesday, June 18 rainout against Wahlert Catholic (to be made up Wednesday, July 2) the Spartans traveled to Grinnell for a varsity doubleheader Thursday, June 19, sweeping the Tigers. Sophomore Maddox Kelley hammered a three-RBI homerun breaking a tie and securing the win in the eighth inning of game one. Two runs each were scored by senior Nolan Seagren and junior Hayden Detra, and one run apiece by freshman Luke Merrick, junior Carson Kidwell, junior Dylan Gorham, and freshman Michael

Bigelow. Kidwell had the hot bat in the 11-7 win with four hits including a double and four RBIs. Senior Ty Bell knocked out three hits with a pair of doubles and three RBIs while Gorham smacked two with one double. Seagren, Kelley, Merrick, and senior Jackson Link had one hit each in the opener with an RBI for Merrick. Gorham took the win with one inning on the mound giving up one hit and issuing one strikeout. Sophomore Luke Deike pitched 3-1/3 innings giving up four hits and five runs (four earned), walking four and striking out four. Junior Tyler Greazel pitched 2-2/3 innings giving up one hit and one earned run, walking one, and striking out one. Merrick pitched one inning giving up two hits and one earned run with one walk.

A three run cushion was enough in the nightcap as Solon won 4-1 with Kelley scoring twice with two hits and one RBI. Merrick and Detra scored one run each in the contest. Seagren had two hits with one double, Merrick drove in one run and had one hit as did Gorham. Bell also had one hit for six total for Solon. Freshman Tate Miller took the win after five innings on the bump giving up two hits and one unearned run, walking five, and retiring four. Bell worked the mound for 1-2/3 innings giving up three hits and no runs, walking three, and striking out one. Gorham pitched 1/3 of an inning.

The Spartans improved to 13-8 overall (8-4 in the WaMaC East).

Class 3A postseason play begins Friday, July 11 with eight teams advancing to the 2025 IHSAA State Baseball Tournament, July 21-25, in Sioux City.

Solon softball falls five times to highly ranked opponents

The Solon Lady Spartans capped a 2-5 week with a 10-0 win over Roland Story in Roland at the Story County Kiwanis Club softball tournament Saturday. Laeni Hinkle improved her record to 3-2 with the four inning complete game. The sophomore also chipped in three hits and four RBIs.

Solon split their other two games in Roland and had their first game cancelled due to Thursday evening rain. Solon defeated Iowa Falls 18-7 on Friday behind senior Addie Miller’s four hits and first home run of 2025. Sister Emerson and freshman Beckitt Kabela each threw a pair of innings for Solon, with Miller upping her record to 5-4.

Solon lost to 4A fifth ranked ADM in game one Saturday, 6-2. Emerson Miller threw two innings before succumbing to the heat as the Lady Spartans trailed 5-0. Kabela held the Tigers to a run over the next three innings and senior Izzy Frees produced a two run single, but they could get no closer in the loss.

In WaMaC action earlier in the week, 3A number two ranked Williamsburg swept Solon by tight scores of 5-1 and 2-0. The Lady Spartans also travelled to 4A No.11 Grinnell and again, despite staying each ballgame late, fell by scores of 17-15 and 6-1.

The Spartans entered the week of June 23 with a 13-9 overall record and 8-6 conference mark.

They are in action in Solon this Friday (June 27) and Saturday (June 28) for the Clipper Classic playing 4A 4th ranked Carlisle at 10:00 a.m. and Keokuk at 1:30 p.m. on Friday. Saturday’s games are Fairfield at 10:00 a.m. and Cedar Rapids Prairie (5A #11) at 1:30 p.m.

Solon travels to West Delaware Monday, June 30, for a 5:30 p.m. varsity doubleheader and will host WaMaC West rival Clear Creek Amana Wednesday, July 3 in a 5:30 p.m. varsity doubleheader.

Two non-conference games close out the regular season with a Saturday, July 5 trip to the Anamosa Middle School at 3:30 p.m. to face the Blue Raiders and a visit from Cedar Rapids Jefferson Monday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m.

Class 3A Regionals start Thursday, July 10 with the quarterfinals. Semifinals are on Saturday, July 12 and the Regional Finals, with a trip to State on the line, will be Tuesday, July 15. The IGHSAU State Tournament is set for Monday, July 21-Friday, July 25 in Fort Dodge.

Walmart Community Science lab consumables..................................................21.14 Wellmark Blue Cross & Blue Shield Of Ia Health Insurance, June 2025 ....116,015.58 West Branch Community Schools 2nd Semester, OE .......................................536.52 West Music Co LV Music Supplies ......................................................1,743.64 Zimmerman, Kevin Boot allowance ..60.00

Fund ............................321,662.21 Ellison Insurance Agency Add 2 Buses ......................................................1,270.00 Management Levy Fund ...............1,270.00 Ahlers and Cooney, PC Bond & Disclosure Counsel 2025 Bonds ..................22,944.74 E&J Geothermal, Inc. XP Builidng, HVAC ....................................................15,620.88 I & S Group Arch/Eng Fees for Intermediate Addition......................................13,126.02 Inteconnex SIS Addition Door Access Con-

Construction Co., Inc. Construction,

Addition .................99,145.80

Investors Service GO Series 2025

Services Fee ....................21,000.00 OPN Architects, Inc Elementary Project, Architect.....................................35,598.13

Inc XP

Plumbing

Sandler & Co Financial Adv Services, GO 2025 .....................................51,225.00

Notch Builders of Iowa XP Interior, Painting, BOE 11 1924 .................7,080.00 Capital Projects Funds from GO Bonds ..................................................331,612.27 Daktronics Inc SB Scoreboard ...22,290.00 I & S Group A/E Fees, SS Track/Scoreboard .........................................................600.00 Inteconnex Access Control ADA Integration ......................................................3,665.45 MediaQuest Sign Company, LLC SB Scoreboard............................................5,200.00 Upper Midwest Athletic Construction Track Resurface Project, Spartan Stadium ..................................................139,765.90 PPEL.........................................171,521.35 UMB Bank, N.A. GO Series 2014 Paying Agent Fee ......................................1,200.00 Debt Service Fund ........................1,200.00 Al-Yassery, Ali Official ......................320.00 Amazon Capital Services Ice bags .....85.00 Aspi Solutions Inc Track registration services................................................294.00 Best Buddies Iowa Nat'l Convention Attendee.....................................................600.00 Best, Gregory Official.......................130.00 Cohen, Brian Official ........................150.00 Cooper, John Donation ....................421.70 Cuellar, Antonio Official ...................170.00 D & K Products Baseball grounds maintenance............................................1,246.00 Dewild, Kim WE refund ...................120.00 East Central Iowa Volleyball Officials 2024 Volleyball assignments ......................30.00 Elite Sports Boys JH track jerseys ......................................................3,132.25 Federer, Michael Official ..................160.00 Frese, Jeff Official ............................160.00 Gassmann, Mark Official .................160.00 GoBilda Robotics supplies............1,930.18 Gore, Malhar Official ........................150.00 GPG Music Marching Band Show ......................................................3,245.00 Greene, Troy Official .....................1,260.00 Griffith, Kashi Donation ...................421.70 Griffiths, Fred Official .......................100.00 Harker, John Official ........................130.00 Heidelbauer, Chris Official................140.00 Hill, Jordan Official ..........................155.00 Holiday Inn State track hotel rooms ......................................................5,006.40 Hopp, Lindy WE Refund ..................100.00 Horst, Jeffrey Official .......................175.00 Kabela, Michael Official ...................585.00 Kasha, Boumedien Official...............170.00 Keane, Steven Official ......................170.00 Knobbe, Patrick Official ...................135.00 Koza, Joshua Reimb. for film for prom .........................................................239.97 Lindsey's Stitchins Cheer clinic shirts ......................................................1,134.00 Moser,

Creamery, Inc LV Dairy ...........................................................49.50

Droll, Meleah Senior Lunch Refund ..15.40

EMS Detergent Services SIS dishwasher supplies.............................................65.53 Grimm, Trisha Senior Lunch Refund ..6.80 Gruber, Dennis Lunch Refund ...........25.09

High, Monica Senior Lunch Refund 39.70

Hogan, Sara Senior Lunch Refund ....16.45

Hoover, Amanda Senior Lunch Refund .............................................................3.25

Hy Vee Accounts Receivable HS..........8.36

Kuntz, Heather Senior Lunch Refund 8.25

Martin Brothers Distributing LV..10,857.49

Meal Magic New POS system ......5,194.00

Pattison, Lynette Lunch Refund ........60.64

Pusteoska, Meri Senior Lunch Refund 84.70 Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company

Life/ADD/LTD, Vol Life, June 2025 ....80.41

Ritchie, Joellen Senior Lunch Refund 124.53

Sam's Main Street Market Buns ........63.45

Seagren, Sharee Senior Lunch Refund 5.05

Snider, Nancy Lunch Refund .............21.95 Swan, Gretchen Senior Lunch Refund

11.71

Wilson Restraurant Supply SIS Refrigerator.................................................5,101.38

Wilson, Holly Senior Lunch Refund ..14.85

School Nutrition Fund.................24,756.19

Published in the Solon Economist June 26, 2025.

50 Days of Fair Sweet Savings

Sweet news for smart Fairgoers –buy early and save big! From food to fun, planning ahead is the easiest (and sweetest!) way to stretch your budget and make the most of every Fair day. The countdown is on – only 50 days until the gates open for the sweetest days of summer! It's time to map out your visit and get ready to soak up all the food, fun and favorites of Fair Sweet Fair with all the sweet savings you can find. With new attractions, tasty treats and sweet surprises around every corner, this year's Fair is shaping up to be the sweetest one yet!

SAVE $5

• Advance Admission tickets are on sale now for $11 (ages 12 and up) and $7 (ages 6-11). Admission tickets are valid for one admission to the Fair any day, August 7-17, 2025.

• Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulls PreFair tickets for August 12-13 are $25 for adults and $20 for children (ages 2-11)

• Demolition Derby Pre-Fair tickets for August 16 are just $15 for adults (ages 12 and over) and $10 for children (ages 2-11)

• Figure 8 Race Pre-Fair tickets for August 17 are just $15 for adults (ages 12 and over) and $10 for children (ages 2-11)

• Additional activities in the Elwell Family Park are free events.

SAVE $10

• Advance Thrill Pass Wristband: $30 for 40 ride credits in the main ride area, Thrill Ville, and the kids' rides in Thrill Town. This pass is good every day of the Fair, August 7-17, 2025, and credits can be added at any time.

• One Day Ride Wristband: $40 for Monday-Thursday in Thrill Ville and Thrill Town. Unlimited ride wristbands do not include games and unlimited rides only last until 10 p.m. on the day of use. Additional credits can be added at any time, but wristbands cannot be shared. This deal is only available before the Fair.

SAVE $16.50

• Find all the fun things to do at the

Fair in one place and save money. State Fair Value Packs are just $20 and can only be purchased before the Fair. The Value Pack includes:

• 1 Ye Old Mill ticket

• 1 Snakes Alive OR Train Exhibit ticket

• 1 Rock Wall* OR Krazy Maze ticket

• 2 Giant Slide tickets

• 1 Sky Glider ticket

• 4 $1 Food/beverage tickets

• 1 cup of Barksdale's State Fair Cookies

• State Fair Value Packs are available at www.iowastatefair.org through July 23 online or in person at the Iowa State Fair Ticket Office before August 7.

DURING THE FAIR

• Dollar Discount Days: You're in luck, save a buck. Monday-Thursday, EVERY ride and game in Thrill Town (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Thrill Ville (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) is $1 less.

• Monday-Thursday evenings; $12 adult admission, $8 child (ages 6-11) admission Monday-Thursday evenings, 5 to 10 p.m.

• Veterans Day, Monday, Aug. 11: $12 admission for active and former members of the U.S. military and their spouses, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Older Iowans' Day, Wednesday, Aug. 13: $12 admission for Fairgoers ages 60+, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Sunday Funday, Sunday, Aug. 17: $12 adult (ages 12+) admission and $8 child (ages 6-11) admission. $9 adult admission with the donation of 3 cans of non-perishable food, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Save more to see more! There are so many sweet new things to discover at the 2025 Iowa State Fair. Check out the new locations for the Farmers Market and the brand-new Kids Makers Market, plus the all-new Variety Star Playground in the Hy-Vee Fun Forest. You'll also find more seating and shaded spaces to help you relax between all the fun. The full daily schedule will be posted in mid-July-get ready for Fair Sweet Fair!

With just 50 days to go, the countdown is officially on! Visit www. iowastatefair.org for more information.

2025 Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference July 31

"Sowing Our Stories . . . Beyond the Farm Gate" is the theme of the annual Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny Thursday, July 31.

The conference will explore the challenges of agriculture's evolving financial and trade climate, including:

* Commodity market scenarios and advice

* Soil and water quality initiatives

* Lender's outlook for 2025-26

* Prospects for a new farm bill, tariffs, and taxes

* Latest on land values and transition planning

* Ag community building/storytelling

* Role of women in a dynamic ag industry

The Conference kicks off at 8:15 a.m., and concludes at 4:30 p.m.

Kick-off Keynote Panel: A savvy and energetic trio of ag legislative, commodity, and industry experts will kick off the conference with timely insights on Tariffs, Taxes, Farm Bills and Ag Forecasts: Katie Hall, Iowa Soybean Association senior director of advocacy, Steph Carlson, National Pork Producer Council assistant vice president of state and national relations, and Kristin Stien, Ever.Ag grain market advisor, will anchor this panel.

Ruth McCabe , certified professional agronomist leads the Conservation Team at Heartland Co-op. A passionate advocate for sustainable farming practices in the Midwest, McCabe specializes in cover crop, prairie management, and edge-of-field structures. As a 2022 Nuffield Scholar, she traveled and studied global conservation practices in grain producing countries. She will share the pros and cons in her presentation, Around the World in Search of Conservation Strategies: Top Take Aways for Ag Women.

Kristin Stien, grain market advisor at Ever.Ag will share Smart Strategies for Mastering the Grain Market and Forging Farm Success. She developed a passion for agriculture and people in the ag industry while growing up on her family's Iowa farm and pursued a degree in agricultural business from Iowa State University. Stien has worked in commodity marketing since graduation. She enjoys engaging clients in conversations focusing on profitability, risk-monitoring and management, and the future of their operations. She and her husband, Luke, and their three children live and work on their farm near Atkins.

During the luncheon, Iowa Women in Agriculture will shine a spotlight on the recipients of the IWIA 2025 Lifetime Achievement in Agriculture and Winds of Change Up and Comer Awards.

The afternoon's choice of breakout sessions will

WAVERLY — Wartburg College awarded diplomas to 318 students during Spring Commencement Saturday, May 24. Those recognized include: Cael O'Neill, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in business administration, Seamus Poynton, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education, and Maggie Winders, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in social work. O’Neill, Poynton, and Winders are from Solon.

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Angie Treptow, senior vice president of retail operations & customer experience for Farm Credit Services of America, will focus on Lending and Leadership in a Time of Uncertainty. She and her husband Darrin live near Jesup and are the parents of three children.

Jennifer Harrington is an attorney at Buchanan, Bibler, Gabor & Meis in Algona where her practice focuses on estate, business, and agricultural law, with an emphasis on farm succession planning. She will discuss Farm Succession for Realists: Legal and Tax Tools to Make It Work. Harrington has worked as a staff attorney at the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation at Iowa State University, where she helped to produce the Estate and Succession Planning for the Farm workbook.

Linda Shenk , Iowa State University associate professor and Tamara Deal, Guthrie County landowner, will team up to present Inviting Others to Join Your Ag Story, a community building/storytelling workshop with a focus on agriculture. "We want more people communicating about how we do agriculture in the Midwest and how these choices impact the environment we all share," Deal says.

Natalie Kovarik will challenge and entertain in her capstone address, Fortune Favors the Brave: Harvesting Success in Agriculture Through Acts of Bravery. As co-host of the top-ranked podcast, Discover Ag, she shares ranch life from her home base at Kovarik Cattle Company in the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills with her husband, Luke, and three sons. Kovarik, who uses visual storytelling and thought-provoking conversations to bridge the rural/urban gap, will urge women to amplify their voices to solidify the legacy of agriculture for generations to come.

A Welcome & Networking Reception is set for Wednesday, July 30, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company in Bondurant, with featured speaker Ashley Hunter from Purple Ribbon Beef, a multi-generational farm near Britt. Following the reception, participants are welcome to end their day with a stroll through the Bondurant Farmers Market.

Participants also will have the opportunity on July 30 to attend an afternoon pre-conference tour featuring local food production and entrepreneurship, hosted in cooperation with the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Women in Agriculture Program. The tour begins at The Holton Homestead in Elkhart, Iowa, where the group will visit a bee yard, commercial honey kitchen, and farm store. The group also will travel to Pine Grove Family Farms in Bondurant where the Smith family

works together to raise beef and pork for local direct markets and offers an on-farm store. Route maps will be provided to help participants locate individual tour sites. Participants are asked to drive their own vehicles and carpool when possible for the tour. There will be one or two ISU vans available, for those who request group travel.

Early bird registration will be $75 until July 28, and $100 following that date and at the door. Registration will include the pre-conference tour, evening welcome reception, and continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks at the conference.

Register online in advance on the IWIA web site, by mail, or from 7:15 a.m.-8:00 a.m. on the day of the conference. Room blocks for July 30 have been set up at the Courtyard at Marriott-Ankeny, 2405 SE Creekview Drive; and the Residence Inn, 1515 SW Main Street; Ankeny, IA 50023; register by June 30, 2025, for the Residence Inn, and by July 7, 2025, for the conference rates.

Early bird registration is required for those attending the Pre-Conference Tour. For questions about the tour, or to reserve a seat in an ISU van, contact Madeline Schultz at 515-294-0588.

For conference information, contact IWIA president Cheryl Tevis at 515-353-4425 or visit www. iowawomeninag.org for a full Conference agenda and registration details.

The premier sponsor of the 2025 Iowa Women in Agriculture Conference is Farm Credit Services of America. Additional sponsors include Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, Iowa Bankers Association, Iowa Pork Producers Association, Heartland Cooperative, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Women in Ag, Iowa Soybean Association, and Iowa Cattlemen's Association.

MADISON, WIS.

— The University of Wisconsin-Madison has recognized students named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2024-2025 academic year including Jamison Grimm, College of Letters and Science, from Solon. Students who achieve at a high level academically are recognized by the dean at the close of each semester. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits in that semester. Each university school or college sets its own GPA requirements for students to be eligible to receive the distinction.

IOWA CITY — More than 8,000 students at the University of Iowa were named to the dean's list for the 2025 spring semester. Ely - Bradley Alldredge, Natalie Bennett, Ashton Carmer, Maya Carrizales, Molly Crumbo, Bailey Heathman, Allison Jarvela, Rylee Lueken, Amy Millard, Bella Reiseck, Julia Robinson, and Dylan Seiffert Solon - Heather Bachus, Jakob Bovenmyer, Jada Buffington of Solon, Morgan Burhans, Kira Burkum, Kate Crawford of Solon, Taylor Dee, Benjamin Duckett, Mia Duckett, Jamie Düster,

Makenna Eadie, Summer Eland, Britta Elijah, Lukas Erickson, Ella Flatgard, Sophia Gardner, Kylie Green, Logan Gruchow, Joseph Hickman, Brandon Hoit, Elizabeth Iverson, Bo Janssen, Brick Kabela, Camryn Keith, Brendan Klutts, Peyton Knight, Grant Knipper, Callie Levin, Ethan McLaughlin, Morgan Meiers, Kayla Meseck, Elias Miller, Brayden Moore, Peyton Pentico, Michael Pipolo, Brayden Rickertsen, Gianna Rocca, Lauren Roskopf, Kassandra Rummel, Nathan Spengler, Mia Stahle, Felicia Tharp, Jacob Timmons, Jake Van Roekel, Brent Werner, Brookelyn Whitford, Ashlyn Williams, Grace Yetley, and Zeke Young

Solon – Joseph McAtee (Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude), Isaac Milliman (Bachelor of Science), and Drew Turner (Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude)

CEDAR RAPIDS –The following students graduated from Mount Mercy in May. Ely – Nathan Jones (Bachelor of Science, Cum Laude)

1 It burns

5 With 11-Down and 58-Across, aphorism about the effect of sudden wealth … or a hint to the answers to the starred clues

10 Culmination

14 Opposite of 1-Across

15 Came to be

16 Jackson who won 11 N.B.A. championships as head coach

17 *Be brave and proud [Iran]

19 Framed item

20 A, to a Frankfurter

21 “Star Trek” pilot

23 French handle?

A orney General Bird announces legal victory for Iowa seniors

day ruled in favor of the plaintiffs.

DES MOINES – Last week, Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a legal victory against President Biden’s attack on affordable nursing homes. The states sued the Biden administration’s Department of Health and Human Services because it sought to apply unworkable regulations on nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Under the radical rule, 94% of nursing homes would have been out-of-compliance. There is already a widespread shortage of nursing home staff, and this mandate would have put more nursing homes at risk.

The increased nursing requirements were estimated to cost more than $43 billion and risked closing many nursing homes, especially in rural and low-income communities. The court yester-

“This is a victory for senior Iowans and their families,” said Attorney General Bird. “The Biden-Harris administration mandate threatened a mass shutdown of nursing homes and senior care across the country, impacting rural Iowa particularly. The mandate would have forced many nursing homes out of business, increased costs for families, and, for some, removed access to senior care altogether. Our seniors have invested their lives in their communities; I’m proud to have helped protect their access to quality care close to home.”

Iowa co-led the lawsuit with Kansas and South Carolina. They were joined by Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Ba er up! Safe driving is a home run

or changing lanes.

Avoid distractions: Avoid texting, reading maps, eating, etc.

24 *How some medications are taken [Jordan]

27 Einstein, notably

29 “We’re out of the woods”

30 Part of many a smartphone upgrade

31 Bath room

32 Accessory used by Woody in the “Toy Story” movies

34 “Who ___?”

35 *Luminous meteor [South Africa]

38 Brother hood?

41 Cardio exercise program

42 “That’s the pits!”

45 Formally picks

48 Call again?

50 Dumbledore, to Harry Potter

51 *Ones on your side [Costa Rica]

52 Grp. with a hit remake of Chuck Berry’s “Roll Over Beethoven”

53 Damages seeker

55 Most-applied-to college in the U.S.

56 Travel around

58 See 5-Across

62 Where things get heated

63 Home that sounds like two letters

64 1990s Israeli president Weizman

65 Square one

66 Seeded #1, say

67 Film editor ___ Allen

It’s the season when umpires are calling baseball players from pee-wees to major leaguers into the batter’s box. And this weekend, many Iowans will make the drive to Omaha on I-80 to watch the best teams swing for the fences in the Men’s College World Series. Whether stepping up to the plate or into the driver’s seat, keep your eye on the ball and your head in the game.

Like batting, driving on interstates can be tricky. Speeds are fast, lanes are busy, drivers are often aggressive, and it’s easy to get hit by a bad pitch. Learning the rules of the road for safe driving can make your trip a home run: Planning: Collect all addresses and map your route ahead of time.

Passing/Lane Changes: Stay in the right lane(s) and pass on the left when necessary. Check mirrors and blind spots before passing

Merging: Use the on-ramp to accelerate to the speed of traffic. Use turn signals and find a three to four-second gap in traffic to merge.

Space Management: Maintain a safe following distance to allow for reaction time and avoid rear-end collisions.

Speed Management: Be aware of speed limits, especially in urban and rural areas, and different states, and adjust your speed according to traffic and weather conditions.

Weather Conditions: Know the potential for rain, snow, ice, or fog and adjust your driving.

Be Aware of Surroundings: Pay attention to other vehicles, road signs, and potential hazards.

In 2025, in Iowa, 112 people have been killed in traffic crashes. That’s an increase of six since Friday, June 13. In Iowa in 2024, there were 355 traffic-related deaths.

1 Olympic diver’s pride, maybe

2 Target as an audience

3 Parent’s blunt answer to “Why?”

4 Hopper of Hollywood

5 Support for a tumbler

6 His #4 was retired by the N.H.L.’s Bruins

7 Clamorous

8 Biblical figure seen in the sauna?

9 Stentorian sort

10 Telegram or CapCut

11 See 5-Across

12 Study secondarily

13 Palladium, e.g.

18 National park with a working sled dog kennel

22 Name that aptly completes the missing letters in Th_ r_ _n

24 Industry in “There Will Be Blood”

25 A long way away

26 Fresh starts

28 “Look what ___!”

30 One who deals with a lot of bull?

33 Fed. loan group

35 Moths do it

36 Son of Adam and Eve 37 At home

38 “True Lies” director James 39 Bob Marley song in the Grammy Hall of Fame 40 *Ubiquitously [Korea] 42 Bring into play

Gradually found out

Studs, stags and steers

Figs. 47 Not deviating from

car inits.

“No doubt about it”

Iowa Brass – A musical treasure in Solon

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 to bring high-quality live music to communities across eastern Iowa, including right here in Solon.

We rehearse weekly in the Solon Community Center and perform a minimum of four concerts each year in town—each one free and open to the public. These performances feature some of the finest brass musicians in the region and are a great source of local pride.

Our 35-member ensemble also gives back to the community in many ways.

Members volunteer annually at Solon Beef Days and support local events whenever possible. Beyond that, Iowa Brass hosts a Young Artist Competition for high school and collegiate musicians, organizes the Wurst Brass Festival in the Amana Colonies each June, and competes in brass band competitions around the country— including a performance on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

We are proud to be the only British-style brass band in the state of Iowa. Nationally, there are only around 100 groups like ours, and we’re honored to represent this unique musical tradition right here in Solon.

For more information and performance schedules go to www.facebook.com/ iabrass or their website, www.iowabrass. com.

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Welcome to Solon, where history blends with a progressive vision for the future creating a vibrant community where people are proud to “put down roots.” Strolling along the walkable Main Street, you’ll ﬁnd a diverse array of culinary experiences as well as other unique shopping experiences and services. On the west side of town is the Solon Recreation and Nature Area, home to the Solon Spartans high school baseball team, the city’s ball diamonds and recreation ﬁelds, the unique Timberdome gathering space for community and private events, a splash pad, and a one-mile walking trail. The SRNA is also the gateway to the Hoover Nature Trail, a paved multi-use facility built on the former

Rock Island railroad right-of-way and now part of the coast-to-coast Great American Rail Trail.

A Solon tradition that is not to be missed is the Solon Beef Days (the third weekend in July) complete with the quintessential parade and carnival, but also featuring the legendary Hay Bale Toss, which attracts University of Iowa Hawkeye football players to the one-of-a-kind competition.

Whether you’re here for a day or planning to make Solon your home, we invite you to explore, discover, and become a part of our welcoming community. There is something for everyone in our growing town and we’re excited to share it with you!

We’re glad you’re here!

SHOPPING & SALONS

10 & 11 HOTELS & RENTALS, PET CARE. . 12 & 13

Community Pages

RECREATION & PARKS, GOLF. . 14 & 15 LIBRARY & EDUCATION .

18 & 19

CHURCHES & ORGANIZATIONS. 16 & 17 HEALTHCARE & FITNESS

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SEDG (Solon Economic Development Group)

Email: sedgsolon@gmail.com President: Dave Steen www.solon-iowa.com/305/Solon-Economic-Development-Group chris.umscheid@soloneconomist.com catherine.bilskie@soloneconomist.com 319.624.2233 Solon City O ce 101 N Iowa St. | 319.624.3755 City Administrator: cami.rasmussen@solon-iowa.com

Calendar of Events

Public Meeting Dates:

City Council Meetings: First and third Wednesday of the month 5:30 PM Solon City Hall Board of Adjustment – on request

Planning and Zoning:

Last Tuesday of each month

Solon City Hall

Library Board: Last Monday of the month

Solon Public Library

July

Solon Farmer’s Markets Tuesdays 4-6:30PM

Mushroom Park

Music on Main

Wednesday Evenings 7 PM Solon Bandstand, Main St.

Beef Days

Third Friday-Saturday every year

July 18-19, 2025

August

Music on Main

Wednesday Evenings 7 PM Solon Bandstand, Main St.

November

Battery Up Program

Sponsored by Solon Tri-Township Fire Department

Holiday Tree Auction

Sponsored by the Women’s Club at the Solon Public Library

December

Solon Annual Tree Walk First Saturday of the month

Annual Community

Christmas Concert

Eastern Iowa Brass Band

City Wide Clean Up Day

August 10, 2025

Solon Farmer’s Markets Tuesdays 4-6:30PM

Mushroom Park

Dinos at Dusk Solon Public Library

September

Solon Farmer’s Markets Tuesdays 4-6:30PM Mushroom Park

October

Halloween Costume &

First Saturday of the month

Solon Public Library

Trunk or Treat

Sponsored by City of Solon Parks & Recreation

Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop

Winter Library Challenge Solon Public Library

Holiday Puzzle Sale

Sponsored by the Friends of the Solon Public Library

January

Tri-Star Basketball Event

Sponsored by the Solon Optimist Club and Knights of Columbus

February

Fat Tire Bike Race

Sponsored by Solon Centennial Lions Club

Friday Night Fish Frys – Ash

Wednesday thru Easter

June

Solon Garage Sales – ﬁrst weekend in June

Sponsored by the Friends of the Solon Public Library

Music on Main

Wednesday Evenings 7 PM Solon Bandstand, Main St.

Flag Retirement Ceremony Solon American Legion

Johnson County Freedom Rock 122 N. Chabal St.

Lake Macbride State Park

3525 Hwy 382 NE

319.624.2200 812 Acre Lake Fishing / Trails / Swimming / Boating / Camping

Lake Macbride Boat Rental 3525 Highway 382 NE 319.624.2315

Lake View OHV Park 3788 140th St. NE

Iowa Raptor Project 3673 Raptor Ridge Rd. NE

Cedar River Crossing/Sutli Bridge 5473 Sutli Rd NE

The Lavender Farm at Sutli 1380 White Oak Ave. NE www.TheLavenderFarmAtSutli LLC.com

Stone Academy HWY 1 - 2 miles North of Solon 319.624.3840

Saints Peter & Paul Chapel 1165 Ta Ave. NE 319.624.2223 Sts-peterandpaul.org

St. Bridget’s Church 2136 St. Bridget’s Rd NE Friendsofstbridgets.org

Sugar Bottom Recreational Area 2192 Meha ey Bridge Rd. NE.

Dining & Spirits

Big Grove Brewery

101 W. Main St.

319.624.2337

www.biggrovebrewery.com

Bluebird Café

112 E. Main St.

319.624.2031

www.Bluebird.cafe

Bu ’s Game Day

208 E. Main St.

319.624.2080

www.bu sgameday.com

Dairy Queen

101 Prairie Rose Lane #1

319.624.2115

Eastwood’s Sports Bar

106 E. Main St.

319.624.5115

El Sol Mexican Cuisine

240 E. Main St.

319.624.2020

www.elsolmexicancuisineinc.com

Frida Kahlo Mexican Restaurant

101 Windﬂower Lane #500

319.624.2107

www.fridakahlomexicanrestaurant.com

Godfather’s Pizza Express

110 S. Market St.

319.624.2413

www.godfathers.com

Good Vibes Café

121 W. Main St. #104

319.624.8423 www.goodvibesco eecafe.com

Solon American Legion Post 460

222 E. Main St.

319.624.2277

www.solonamericanlegionpost460.com

Solon Sips: Shake & Energy Bar

101 Windﬂower Lane #700

319.359.2838

Subway

101 Windﬂower Lane #1100

319.624.2324

120 W. Main St. #1

319.624.2014 www.theeatshop.com

Briar Ridge Bikes

220 S Dubuque St.

319.214.0380

www.briarridgebikes.com

E’s Florals 101 Prairie Rose Lane Unit 3 319.624.3121 www.esﬂorals.com

Gi ed Blessings

130 S. Dubuque St. Suite 103

319.530.6134

www.gi edblessingssolon.com

Handley’s Holiday Hillside 1731 White Oak Ave NE 319.624.3646

Ideal Decorating, Inc 310 E. Main St. www.theidhome.com

Kate & Alivia Boutique

130 S. Dubuque St. Suite 104 www.kateandaliviaboutique.com

Ruzicka’s Meat Processing

301 N. Dubuque St. 319.624.2870 www.ruzickascatering.com

Sam’s Mainstreet Market 123 E. Main St. 319.624.2669 www.samsmsm.com

Solon Feed Mill Inc. 310 S. Dubuque St. 319.624.2422 www.solonfeedmill.com

Solon Trustworthy Hardware 232 E. Main St. 319.624.3461

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Cra Salon + Spa

300 E. Main St. #100 319.624.2021 www.cra salonandspa.com

130 S Dubuque Street, Suite 103 Inside the Literary Hotel 319.530.6134

giftedblessingssolon@gmail.com follow us on FB Friday thru Sunday 11:00 - 4:00 Contact us for a private appointment: Call, email or message us on Facebook

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Hair Styling Chalet

401 W. Main St.

319.624.2341 www.hairstylingchalet.com

Salon Rosemary

206 E. Main St.

319.800.7673 www.solonrosemary.com

Sashy Aesthetic Boutique

130 S. Dubuque St. Suite 106 319.855.1915 www.sashy.com

Solon Barber Shop

128 E. Main St.

319.624.7224 www.solonbarbershop

Soothe Massage

127 S. Dubuque St.

319.535.3137 www.sootheia.com

Thairapy

128 E. Main St.

319.430.2832 www.thairapy-salon.com

Hotels & Rentals

The Literary Hotel 130 S. Dubuque St. www.theliteraryhotel.com

Palmer House Stable 200 E Main St. 319.400.2908

Pet Care

Diersen’s Canine Country Club 721 N. Market St. 319.310.4136

Pet Health Center of Solon 200 Prairie Rose Lane 319.624.2921 www.phcsolon.com

Parks

Golf Courses

Solon Community Center/ Recreation Department

313 S. Iowa St

319.624.2499

recreation@solon-iowa.com

Amenities:

Gymnasium

Weight Room

Cafeteria

Batting Cages

SRNA – Solon Recreation & Nature Area

700 W. Sovers St.

319.624.3755

www.solon-iowa.com

• Timber Dome Lodge

• Splash Pad

• Playground

• SRNA Trail – 1 mile loop

• 4 Baseball / So ball Diamonds

• 7 Soccer Fields

• Solon Recreation Field

• Basketball / Futsal Court

• Sand Volleyball Court

• Tennis / Pickleball Courts

• 9-Hole Disc Golf Course

• Dance & Tumbling

• CAN Play Adaptive Sports

Youth Programs:

Spring Soccer

Registration: February

Games played Tuesday and Thursday evenings in April-May

Fall Soccer

Registration: July-August Games played on Tuesday and Thursdays (September-October)

Divisions:

Little Tykes: Pre-K (must be at least 4 years old by April 1)

Rookie: Kindergarten to 1st grade

Junior: 2nd to 3rd grade

Senior: 4th to 6th grade (play matches against Mount Vernon, Lisbon and Anamosa)

Baseball and So ball

Registration: March

Minor: Grades 3-4 (games played Mondays and Wednesdays in May and June)

Major: Grades 5-6 (games played Tuesdays and Thursdays in May and June)

Rookie Baseball / Rookie So ball (Coach Pitch): 1st-2nd grade

Registration: March- April

Games played Tuesdays and Wednesdays from the middle of May to the end of June

T-Ball

Ages 4 (by May 1st) to 6 yrs. old

Registration: March-April

Games played on Thursday evenings from middle of May through end of June

Tennis Camp

Ages 4 (by July 1st) to 14 yrs. old

Registration: April-June Camp takes place weekday evenings in late July

Swim Lessons

Registration: April-May Age 6 (by June 1) to 6th grade

Monday to Friday for two weeks in June at Mount Vernon Pool. Bus transportation provided.

Flag Football

Registration: July-August

Games played Monday evenings (late August-Oct.)

Divisions:

Beginners: Pre-K and Kindergarten (must be at least 5 years old by Aug. 1)

Rookie: 1st to 2nd grade

Junior: 3rd to 4th grade

Senior: 5th to 6th grade (play in Red Zone Academy league or YSF, register through those organizations)

Girls Volleyball

Registration: July-August

Matches played Sunday a ernoons & evenings (Sept-Oct.)

Divisions:

3rd-4th grade

5th-6th grade

Basketball - Girls

Registration: late September-October

League Games played Saturday mornings Nov.-Dec.

Levels: 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th-6th grade

Basketball – Boys

Registration: late Nov.-Dec.

League Games played Saturday mornings Jan.-Feb.

Levels: 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th-6th grade

Junior Hoopers

Clinics in October and February/March for Boys and Girls currently in 1st and 2nd grade

Fall Camp Registration: September-October

Fall Camp held on three weekends in October.

Spring Camp Registration: January-February

Spring Camp held on two weekends at the end of Feb.-March.

Tiny Tots Sports

Introductory course to a variety of sports For Boys and Girls age 3

Registration: late May-June Sessions take place Friday mornings June-July

Tiny Tots Time

September - May: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

June - August: Friday only

Adult Programs:

(held at the Community Center or SRNA)

Adult Exercise (Seasonally) Yoga / Zumba

Sand Volleyball

Summer Registration: May - June Summer

Season: July - August Adult

Fall Registration: September Fall Season: September – November

Parks

Randall Park

630 W. Elm St

319.624.3755

Mushroom Park Main St.

Residential Development Parks

Fox Ridge Park Windﬂower Lane

Prairie Acres Park / Randall Court 701 Marie Court

Windmill Estates River Birch Run

Golf Courses

Lake Macbride Golf Club

3891 Pro Road NE

319.624.2500 www.lakemacbridegolfclub.com

Saddleback Ridge Golf Course & Driving Range 4646 180th St. NE

319.624.1477 www.saddlebackridgegolf.com

Library

Education & Childcare

Churches

Organizations

Education & Child Care

Solon Community School District

Central O ce

301 South Iowa St. 319.624.3401 info@solon.k12.ia.us www.solon.k12.ia.us

Lakeview Elementary School 111 North Chabal St.

Solon Intermediate School 200 West Fi h St.

Solon Middle School 1775 Racine Ave.

Solon High School 600 West Fi h St.

Solon Learning Academy 201 Prairie Rose Lane 319.624.5122 www.solonlearningacademy.com

Spartan Early Childhood Center 600 Eastwood Dr. 319.624.2318

Jordan Creek 301 S. Iowa St. (Solon Community Center) www.Jordancreekchurch.org

St. Mary’s Catholic Church 1749 Racine Ave. NE www.solonstmary.org

Solon United Methodist 122 N. West St. www.soloniaumc.churchtrac.com

Library

Solon Public Library

320 W. Main St. 319.624.2678

www.solon.lib.ia.us

Monday - Thursday 9 AM – 7 PM

Friday – Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM

Sunday - Closed

Organizations

Solon BSA Scout Troop 120 www.BeAScout.org

Meet: every Sunday, 7PM

Fellowship Hall at Solon United Methodist Church

Solon Cub Scout Pack 120 www.BeAScout.org

Meet: third Monday each month

Fellowship Hall at Solon United Methodist Church

Girl Scouts www.girlscoutstoday.org

Friends of the Solon Public Library

Email: FriendsSolonLibrary@gmail.com

Meet: second Wednesday each month, 6PM

Solon Public Library Foundation splfoundationia@gmail.com

Meet: fourth Wednesday each month, 6PM

Solon Senior Dining

In-house dining Wednesday only 11:30AM

Reservations required – call on Monday between 10-11 AM. 319.624.2251

$5 per meal

Fellowship Hall at Solon United Methodist Church

Solon Senior Advocates

Contact: sandrahanson@southslope.net 319.624.2710

Meet: third Tuesday each month, 1PM

Fellowship Hall at Solon United Methodist Church

Solon Senior Support www.solonseniorsupport.org 319.624.2773 solonseniors@gmail.com

Solon Community Pantry Open Mondays 9-11AM for Donations 2-6PM for Distribution

Solon Centennial Lions Club e-clubhouse.org/sites/solon100

Meet: ﬁrst Monday each month, 7PM Frida Kahlo Mexican Restaurant 101 Windﬂower Lane Suite 500

Optimist Club of Solon www.solonoptimist.org

Meet: second Monday each month, 6PM Solon Public Library

Solon American Legion Post 460 222 E. Main St. 319.624.2277 www.solonamericanlegionpost460.com

Solon Athletic Booster Club www.solonathleticboosters.org

Meet: fourth Monday each month, 6:30PM Solon Community Center

Solon Dollars for Scholars www.solondollarsforscholars.org

Meet: third Monday every month Solon High School Media Center

Solon Spotlight FB – Solon Spotlight

Solon Education Foundation www.solonedfound.org solonedfoundation@gmail.com

Solon Retirement Village Foundation 623 E. Fi h St. 319.624.5353 www.srvfoundation.org

GFWC Women’s Club

Meet: second Thursday each month, September – May Solon Public Library karengfwc@gmail.com

Solon Area Community Foundation 126 S. Market St www.solonareacf.org solonareacommunityfoundation@gmail.com

4-H Clubs:

Graham Champions

Meet: ﬁrst Sunday each month, 6:30PM

Contact: Rhonda Miller 319.430.4376

Macbride’s Pride

Meet: one Sunday per month

Contact: Beth Craig 319.931.5739

Health Care

Ability Physical Therapy

411 Haganman Lane

319.624.1250

www.ChooseAbilityPT.com

Fitzpatrick Family Chiropractic

101 Windﬂower Lane #800

319.624.5145

www.ﬁtzpatrickfamilychiro.com

Medin Family Dental

610 S. Market St.

319.624.3495

www.medindental.com

Solon Assisted Living & Retirement

Village

623 E. 5th St.

319.624.5353

www.solonretirementvillage.com

Solon Chiropractic

102 E. Main St.

319.624.1444

www.solonchiropractic.com

Solon Dental Center

401 Haganman Lane

319.624.4444

www.solondentalcenter.com

Towncrest Pharmacy

101 Windﬂower Lane Ste. 100

319.624.2239 www.towncrest.com

UI Health Care

510 W. Main St. 319.624.2991 www.mercyiowacity.org

Vision Center P.C.

121 W Main St. Unit 105 319.324.2020 visioncenterpc.com

Ward Counseling

102 E. Main St. 319.389.1514 www.wardcounselingservices.com

Fitness Centers

Elite Fitness

413 Haganman 319.624.1496 www.chooseability.com

Healthy Habit Fitness

201 S. Dubuque St. 319.624.5288

Versa 100 Windﬂower Lane 319.220.6619 www.versaﬁtnesstraining.com

Emergency Services

Solon Tri-Township Fire Department

400 Windﬂower Lane

319.624.2386 www.solonﬁre.com

*Volunteer Fire Department with over 100 years of combined knowledge

Johnson County Sheri

Emergency - Dial 911 319.356.6020 (non-emergency)

Substation - Solon 223 South Iowa St.

JCAS-Johnson County Ambulance Service

Emergency – Dial 911 Non-Emergency 319.356.6012

• Dan O’Neil, Mayor

• John Farlinger, Mayor Pro tem

• Lauren Whitehead, Council Member

• Steve Duncan, Council Member

• Cole Gabriel, Council Member

• Andrew Kramer, Council Member

Solon Post O ce 1100 S. Market St. 319.624.2542

BUSINESS

SERVICES

• Banks & Financial Services

• Misc. Services • Real Estate • Auto Care

• Gas Stations

Banks

Services

Financial

Bridge Community Bank

405 E. 5th St.

319.624.7111

www.bridge.bank

Farm Bureau Financial Services

101 Windﬂower Lane #301

319.624.3276 www.fbfs.com

Integrity Financial

100 S. Dubuque St.

319.624.4144

Solon State Bank

126 S. Market St.

319.624.3405

www.solonstatebank.com

Millcreek Financial Services

121 W. Main St. #100

319.624.1555

www.millcreekfs.com

Misc.

Services

Deeney Law Firm

212 E. Main St.

319.400.8488

www.deeneylawﬁrm.com

E&J Geothermal, Inc.

400 E. Main St.

319.519.0261 www.ejgeothermal.com

Ellison Insurance

132 E. Main St.

319.624.3458 www.ellisoninsurance.com

FJ Krob & Co Elevator

1003 Stinocher St.

319.624.3770 www.fjkrob.com

Lee’s Ag Clinic 1041 Stinocher St.

319.624.3050

Lite Windows

930 S. Market St. 319.624.2253 www.litewindows.com

Rubber Ducky Car Wash

1003 S. Market St. www.rdcarwash.com

Solon Heating & Air

701 N. Market St. 319.624.2679 www.solonheatingandair.com

Solon Storage Rentals 101 W. 5th St. 319.331.8765 www.solonstoragerentals.com

V’s Self Storage 604 Windﬂower Lane 319.333.4845 www.vsselfstoragesolon.com

Real Estate

KW Legacy

Jami Wolf

708 5th St. Coralville

319.481.7088 Jamiwolf.realtor@gmail.com

Mottinger Real Estate Group

719 S. Market St.

319.624.6027 www.mottingergroup.com

Auto Care

Auto Medic 511 S. Market St. 319.624.8128

Ken’s Auto Clinic Inc 1040 Stinocher St. 319.624.3460

Mark’s Auto Body, Inc.

132 E. Short St. 319.624.3553 www.marksautobodyia.com

Solon Truck & Tractor Repair

733 Stinocher St.

319.624.3644 www.solontruckandtractorrepair.com

Gas Stations

RJZ’s 110 S. Market St.

Casey’s 1200 S. Market St

Casey’s 203 S. Market St.