Lifestyle
Pella Parks and Rec Unveils New Community Updates
City recreation director discusses latest improvements and upcoming events.
Pella Nursing Scholarships Deadline Tomorrow
Applications for 2026 Mary Evers Nursing Scholarships close on March 24th.
Pella Tulip Queen and Royal Court Debut on Tuesday
The group representing the community ahead of the annual Tulip Time festival will make their first public appearance.
Entertainment
Members of New York Philharmonic to Perform at Central College
Free public concert features virtuosic piano quartet from renowned orchestra
Tulip Time Feesthouden Evening Entertainment Lineup Announced
Three musical acts to perform on the Tulip Toren stage during the 91st annual festival in Pella, Iowa.
Not Quite Brothers Returning to Pella Opera House
Popular 80s cover band set to take the stage tomorrow after last performing at the historic venue in 2024.
Business
Newton's Downtown Alleys to Undergo Final Overlay Work
The $360,045 project will add a wedge layer and address remaining punch list items.
Pella Students Qualify for BPA National Conference
Three Pella students will represent their school at the Business Professionals of America national event.
World Food Prize Foundation CEO Visits Pella, Iowa
Tom Vilsack, former Iowa governor and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, tours local schools and economic alliance.
Politics
Marion County Supervisors to Discuss Property Tax Levies
Special session on tax levies to be followed by regular meeting agenda items.
Pella City Council Approves $4.09M Contract for University Street Extension
The council also approved several other resolutions and ordinances related to development projects in the city.
Pella City Council to Consider Bids for University Street Extension
Eight bids submitted, with all but one coming in below the engineer's $5.2 million estimate
Sports
Newton Girls Track and Field Places 2nd at Wartburg Indoor Meet
Indianola Girls 1st, Norwalk 6th, Knoxville 12th at Simpson College Classic
Pella Girls Golf Team Brings Back Varsity Experience
Despite key graduations, the Dutch aim for another state tournament appearance.
Pella Christian Girls Soccer Excited for Depth in Upcoming Season
Roster grows to 36 players, allowing Eagles to focus varsity and JV squads separately
