Pella Marion County News

Marion County’s engineering scene around Pella is buzzing with local roles paying $40+/hr.

• R&D Engineer, Randstad Digital Americas (Pella):...

Key updates on local law enforcement transparency:

• Deputy placed on leave: Marion County Sheriff’s Office put a current deputy on administrative...

Mark your calendars for the Pella Farmers Market returning spring 2026:

• Weekly Thursdays from May 14th to Sept 24th, 4-7 p.m. on Central Park's east...

Great opportunity for local entrepreneurs! Mahaska/Marion Women, Land, & Legacy invites women to learn about starting small food businesses.

• Date &...

Major leadership boost for Pella's top employer: Taylor Hougland appointed EVP & Group President, Business Units, effective April 6.

• Proven track...

Urgent alert for Marion County residents: Courts warn of a new scam sent directly to phones. Don't fall for it—verify before responding.

Pella City Council Meeting Tonight

• 🔥 Ten Resolutions on Agenda: Several action items including $7.8 million general obligation capital loan...

Marion County residents: Step up for Habitat – they're wrapping up two Knoxville and one Pella home builds this April.

• Tasks: Hang drywall, install...

Key agenda previews for residents:

• $7.8M capital loan notes and public hearings for University St., Baseline Dr., sports park, indoor rec
• Rec...

Spring sports highlights from April 6:

• Pella Christian girls soccer earns 4-0 win over Knoxville
• Pella boys tennis drops 7-4 decision to Ballard
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• Humidity surge incoming with dew points in the 50s-60s by Sunday-Monday, sparking thunderstorms.
• Models agree on multi-day soaking...

• Network shutdown: Ruby’s Pantry closed end of March, affecting 85 locations across Iowa and other states.
• Rural reliance: Served small communities...

Marion County residents: the April 6, 2026 Board of Commissioners Meeting is available as a YouTube video – check it for the latest county updates. (Duration: 0:00, fresh upload with 0 views..)

Weather Alerts

• Possible Foot of Snow in April: Historical weather data shows Iowa can experience significant winter storms with a foot or more...

April snow threat for Marion County:

• Foot or more snowfall feasible statewide, including central Iowa's storm path
• 2013 storm brought heavy...

Pella Dutch boys are already well-represented at the 116th Drake Relays with six Blue Standard marks:

• 400m: Harrison Mullens (48.84); 3000m: Canaan...

• Friday Night Alert: Showers and storms timing for eastern Iowa, including Pella area – stay tuned to First Alert.
• Post-Storm Scams Rising: Iowa...

• First update out: City of Pella Community Services released the annual map late this week.
• Current status: Few beds showing color, most still in...

Pella's Citizens' Public Safety Academy timeline:

• Graduation celebrated: The 2025-2026 class graduated at the April 2 City Council meeting.
• New...

Severe Weather Alerts

• 🔥 Tornado Watch for Southern Iowa: A tornado watch is in effect until 10 p.m. CDT for counties including Appanoose,...