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Run CRANDIC to pass through North Liberty
In the early hours of Sunday, April 28, 2019, runners of the second annual Run CRANDIC marathon will pass through North Liberty five miles into the 26.2-mile race from Iowa City to Cedar Rapids. The public is invited to extend our community’s hospitality by cheering on the runners at two cheer zones. Pom-poms and noisemakers will be provided (as…
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May is Bike Month
May is Bike Month, and Think Bicycles, a non-profit promoting cycling in Johnson County, organizes and supports bike-related events throughout the community throughout the month, with a special focus on Bike to Work Week, May 13 to 19. North Liberty is home to several events. These include: Bike Shop Hop Sunday, May 5, 9 a.m. Sugar…
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A Future So Bright
Chris Hoffman began working with Moxie Solar when its home office was literally a home. While Moxie has gone from a dining room table in North Liberty to offices as far flung as Texas and Colorado, the fast-growing solar company still calls the 52317 its home. North Liberty is the headquarters of local media, regional…
Read MoreLane Reduction: Dubuque Street at Main Street
Beginning at 8 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, Friday, April 19, 2019, MidAmerican Energy will reduce Dubuque Street to one lane at Main Street near Reds Alehouse. The lane reduction will be controlled by flaggers. The closure is required so the utility company can relocate its infrastructure. The lane is expected to reopen around 5…
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City Hosts Groundbreaking for New Police Station
On Thursday, April 11, at 10 a.m., the City of North Liberty will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its new police station, located at 340 N. Main St. The groundbreaking will include remarks from Mayor Terry Donahue, Chief Diane Venenga and other project leaders. In event of rain, the remarks will be offered across the…
Read MorePolice Report for March 2019
Traffic Contacts: 473 Parking Contacts: 30 Vehicle Inspections: 26 Vehicle Unlocks: 21 Crash Investigations: 20 Public Assists: 380 Assist Other Agency: 99 Crimes Against Persons Report: 12 Crimes Against Property Report: 22 Other Reports: 58 Arrests: 51 Warrants: 17 Alcohol/Narcotics Charges: 37 Crimes Against Persons Charges: 5 Crimes Against Property Charges: 0 Other Charges: 29…
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Holiday Hours for Easter Weekend 2019 Announced
On Friday, April 19, 2019, the city’s administrative offices, including City Hall at 3 Quail Creek Circle, will be closed for Good Friday. Other services will be closed or have adjusted hours through Sunday, April 21, as follows. Library The North Liberty Community Library will be closed and regularly scheduled programs will not take place on Friday,…
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Experience to Chauffeur It
Mart Hutt started his company over 30 years ago when North Liberty had a population of only 3,000 people and has been getting folks from point A to B in style ever since. We talk to Mart about the evolution of Express Limousine Service and Black Diamond Limousine and the changes of the ground transportation…
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New Part-time Firefighters Expected to Speed Responses
With the community’s rapid growth, the North Liberty’s fire department has felt the strain. A new program will help. Beginning April 3, 2019, eight volunteers will transition to part-time firefighters, with two part-time firefighters on shift at the fire station from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. each Monday night through Saturday morning. The new staff went through a process…
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No Parking and Detours Start as Work at Front and Penn Commences
Beginning on Friday, March 29, 2019, parking will be temporarily prohibited on Hodge Street, Molly Drive and Jefferson Street between Front Street to Molly Drive so the streets can serve as a detour route during the first stage of improvements at the intersection of Penn and Front streets. Starting on Monday, April 1, at 9…
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