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LIBRARY VISIT: Rep. Braley In Marshalltown Ceremony

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Friday, May 17th, 2013, 3:31am
LIBRARY VISIT: Rep. Braley In Marshalltown Ceremony

Rep. Bruce Braley will visit the Marshalltown Public Library to recognize their recent achievement of winning the 2013 National Medal for Museum and Library Service.

The library was one of only 10 museums and libraries across the country to win the honor from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Representatives from the library traveled to Washington, DC, last week for an awards ceremony at the White House hosted by First Lady Michelle Obama.

From 4:45 p.m., Braley will present the library with a framed copy of remarks he made recognizing the achievement as they appear in the Congressional Record.

The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library in Cedar Rapids also received the award this year.

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SPRING CLEAN: Hazardous Waste Disposal

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Monday, May 6th, 2013, 1:45am
SPRING CLEAN: Hazardous Waste Disposal

The City of Marshalltown is offering residents the opportunity to properly dispose of household hazardous on May 18th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Accepted materials include:

1. stain and varnish

2. paint remover and thinner

3. gasoline and kerosene

4. windshield washer solution

5. aerosol cleaners

6. drain and oven cleaners

7. metal polishes and rust removers

8. oil- and lead-based paint

9. ammonia-based cleaners

10. rechargeable batteries

11. petroleum-based adhesives

12. glues, caulk, contact cements and resins

13. fertilizers, pesticides, and weed killers

Items that will not be accepted include:

1. latex paint*

2. used motor oil*

3. used oil filters*

4. lead acid batteries*

5. needles

6. ammunition

7. explosives

8. asbestos

9. radioactive material

10.fire extinguishers

11.compressed gas cylinders

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SPRING CLEANING: Drug Take Back Events

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Wednesday, April 24th, 2013, 11:11pm
SPRING CLEANING: Drug Take Back Events

The Drug Enforcement Administration wants to help folks with their spring cleaning this weekend.

The Iowa Office of Drug Control Policy is hosting a drug take-back program across the state to collect and safely dispose of expired or unused medications.

According to the ODCP overdose deaths in Iowa involving prescription pain relievers reached an all-time high of 62 last year. Officials believe cleaning out medicine cabinets of unused and unwanted medications is a good step in combating drug misuse and abuse.

All drugs will be accepted, no questions asked.

According to the DEA take-back events in Iowa have accounted for more than 10 tons of safely disposed medications.

Several drop-off locations will be open on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m:

Iowa Department of Public Safety Headquarters Bldg., 215 East 7th Street, Des Moines

Des Moines Police Department, Walgreens, 3030 University

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ENVIROTHON TITLE: Marshalltown Students Win

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Thursday, April 18th, 2013, 4:34am
ENVIROTHON TITLE: Marshalltown Students Win

The 18th annual Iowa Envirothon title at Springbrook State Park in Guthrie Center went to a Marshalltown team earlier this week.

The Marshalltown 1 Envirothon Team beat 13 teams from around the state to win.

Team members of the Marshalltown team was made up of Sean Finn, Adam Willman, Joe Metzger, Emma Runquist, Abby Snyder and Coach Susan Fritzell.

The Envirothon is a program for Iowa high school students who want to learn more about natural resources and current environmental challenges. Teams are tested in wildlife, aquatics, forestry, soils and current issues.

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MARSHALLTOWN LIBRARY: Gearing Up For Award Announcement

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Saturday, April 6th, 2013, 4:49am
MARSHALLTOWN LIBRARY: Gearing Up For Award Announcement

Back in February, Marshalltown Public Library was announced as one of 33 finalists for a national award.

They’ll find out if they’re one of ten winners to receive a $5,000 award and a medal at the end of April.

The ceremony will take place in Washington, D.C.

It’s being held by the National Medal for Museum and Library Service that honors outstanding institutions that make significant and exceptional contributions to their communities.

Patrons are encouraged to share their story about the library for a better chance of winning.

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READING TOUR: IPTV To Visit 67 Cities

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Thursday, April 4th, 2013, 6:22am
READING TOUR: IPTV To Visit 67 Cities

Iowa Public Television has announced its 7th annual reading road trip tour that is set to reach 67 Iowa communities this summer.

Host of IPTV KIDS Clubhouse, Dan Wardell will lead the tour that takes in numerous libraries. You can keep up to speed with the tour on Wardell’s online journal.

Select central Iowa destinations from the Reading Road Trip schedule:

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CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Firefighter Gets Honor

Submitted by Sam Hoyle, Multimedia Producer
Saturday, March 23rd, 2013, 6:04am
CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Firefighter Gets Honor

Rep. Bruce Braley presented a copy of the Congressional Record to Lieutenant Wayne Sawtelle to honor him for his 19 years of service with the Marshalltown Fire Department Friday. Braley entered a statement into the Congressional Record earlier this week to honor Lt. Sawtelle’s years of service.

“Lt. Sawtelle has dedicated his life to the protection and safety of his fellow community members,” Braley said. “His first day on the job in 1994 found him putting out a fire at the Sutherland Coal Plant. After 19 years, he has become a friend and mentor to his colleagues at the Fire Department. His experience and wisdom will surely be missed by his fellow firefighters.”

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