Marshalltown Community Pulse

School Safety Upgrades

• 🔥 Buses Equipped with Stop the Bleed Kits: All Marshalltown School District buses and vans are now equipped with Stop...

All Marshalltown School District buses and vans are now equipped with Stop the Bleed kits from the Marshall County Public Health Department, enhancing safety for students.

Construction impacts hit hard:

• Viaduct closed yesterday for most of season to fix expansion finger joints.
• Blocks access to OT by Opa Grill and...

Strong hiring in Marshalltown healthcare – perfect for locals seeking rewarding roles:

• Physical Therapist at Athletico: $73K–$100K, $30K bonus,...

Mark your calendars, Marshalltown families! The final public walk-through and groundbreaking for the 100-year-old Miller Middle School is Monday, April 13—your last chance before major renovations transform it inside and out this spring.

Public Safety Updates

• 🔥 Move Over Law Discussion: Marshalltown Police Chief Chris Jones discussed the Move Over Law on News-Talk 1230 KFJB.

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Marshalltown pharmacies gain Traer business as NuCara shut down March 31, transferring all prescriptions 45 minutes away.

• No local option left:...

Marshalltown Police Chief Chris Jones discusses The Move Over Law on News-Talk 1230 KFJB's Ask the Newsmakers. Key public safety reminder for local drivers.

Weekend plans? Catch the Marshalltown Men’s Chorus spring performance:

• Date: Saturday, April 11th
• Location: Marshalltown Performing Arts Center at...

• Marshalltown Friday: 0.86 inches from storms
• Marshalltown weekly: 2.71 inches total since Monday
• Nearby Ames: 1.74" Friday, 3.98" week; Nevada: 1.10" Friday, 2.92" week
• Totals vary widely by spot – check local gauges for safety.

Missed the City Council Meeting & Caucus on April 1, 2026? The full 2:41:09 YouTube video is available – currently at 18 views. Perfect for residents tracking local government.

City Council Updates

• 🔥 April 2 Meeting Video: Youtube video of the April 2 City Council Meeting covers Citizens' Academy graduation, Child...

Marshalltown City Council meets Monday, April 13, 2026, at 8:30 am at 24 North Center Street. Residents, mark it now and attend to engage directly with local government decisions!

Iowa House passes bill raising default speed limit to 60 mph on unmarked two-way state highways, backed by rural Iowa voices like House Speaker Pat...

Perfect Easter Sunday for outdoor plans: Clear morning above freezing, sunny highs 60-62°F near Ames/Des Moines.

• Monday: Cloudy, dry in Central...

Civic highlights from April 2 meeting:

• Community programs: 2025-2026 Citizens' Academy graduated; Child Abuse Prevention Month proclaimed
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Public safety alert: Marshall County Sheriff's Office needs help locating individuals with outstanding warrants.

• Call 24-hour non-emergency line at...

Planning & Zoning Access

• 🔥 April 2, 2026 Meeting Video: YouTube video of the April 2, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting in Council...

Track local development decisions with the complete 1:48:16 YouTube video of the April 2, 2026 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting in Council Chambers. Now at 52 views—perfect for residents staying informed on zoning updates.

Meet the Iowan leading local 'No Kings Day' rallies – a former church leader now in activism:

• Church career: Religion major with master's in...