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From left, Theresa Dowling, children’s librarian, helps 3-year-old Lenora Brown attached colored paper and feathers, along with eyes and feet, to make a craft bird. At right, Rebecca Golden helps 5-year-old Elijah during children’s story time Wednesday.

MV library offers many events LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter Craft birds will be added to the display wall in the children’s section of the Missouri Valley Public … more

7/29/26

Moorhead Cultural Center open thru August

Moorhead display closing soon The Poster displaying the flags of the 50 states and all the past presidents are among the unique items on display at the Moorhead Cultural Center in Moorhead. … more

7/29/26

The Lo-Ma Class of 1971 met for their 55 year reunion at The Local Pub & Eatery in Logan on Saturday afternoon to visit and have dinner. The attending members of the Class of 1971 include in the front row (from left): Cindy Loftus Myer, Delila Wolers Bertelsen, Karen Block Poduska, Joann Johnson Thompson and Deke Rife. Back row, Jim Myer, Jim Schechinger, Scott Pitt, Kirk Kersten, Mike MFee, Erwin Shepard, Jim Poore, and John Olsowski McKean. Mike Peterson and his wife stopped by briefly to visit..

55-years: Class of 1971 Reunites

Logan-Magnolia, Class of 1971 more

7/29/26

Modale City Members get raises

Modale staff members get raises LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter Everyone in the room agreed that the Modale staff deserved a raise. The last raise was in 2024. Without … more

7/29/26

Harrison County Fair: “It’s so fluffy!” Kayla Teague exclaims to Dalton Pickle as they look at chickens on show at the Harrison County Fair.

Harrison County Fair brings in record crowds

Harrison County Fair brings in record crowds LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter MISSOURI VALLEY — The Harrison County Fair brought in an estimated 10,000 people to … more

7/29/26

These possible brides are happily dancing with their mountain men. Meanwhile, the better-dressed suitors from town feel a little left out.

'Seven Brides' comes to Logan

‘Seven Brides’ comes to Logan LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter When mountain man Adam Pontipee returns home with a wife, his six brothers are jealous. After all, … more

7/29/26

Harrison County Fair: John and Cindy Ratliff were honored by the Harrison County Veterans Association on July 22.

Harrison County Fair / 2026 Photo Highlights

2026 Harrison County Fair July 22 – 26, Missouri Valley more

7/29/26

Crawford County Fair: Grace Sullivan, 1st place purple Maintainer breeding heifer, Reserve Champion breeding heifer, Champion Jr. Showmanship.

Crawford County Fair / 2026 Photo Highlights

2026 Crawford County Fair July 19 – 26, Denison more

7/29/26

Harrison County Courthouse / Oddball History

A piece of Harrison County history LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter Harrison County has a quirky history, dating back at least to the year the county was founded, in … more

7/29/26

Swastikas' seen on the floor of the Harrison County Courthouse in Logan

OddBall History:

An oddball piece of Harrison County history LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter LOGAN — Harrison County has a quirky history, dating back at least to the year … more

7/21/26

The servers are on top of their spaghetti as they serve during a fundraiser dinner Saturday in Woodbine. The money raised will help pay for funeral expenses for Woodbine teen Wyatt Reed..

Benefit Dinner held on July 19

A benefit dinner was held for a family that lost a family member in an auto accident this summer. more

7/21/26

CITY COUNCIL: Modale officials get raises

Modale staff members get raises LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter Everyone in the room agreed that the Modale staff deserved a raise. The last raise was in 2024. Without … more

7/21/26

Brian Rife, candidate for Harrison County supervisor, spoke briefly at the Republican party meeting July16 in Logan. He told the crowd about the Fourth of July parade, and how his son has not yet mastered the art of working the crowd. “He wants to throw candy. He can’t quite get it far enough,” Rife said. Meanwhile, his 9-year-old daughter sits on his side of the vehicle and throws candy, so he doesnt have to. Rife thanked the group for their support..

Rife Speaks

Republican Brian Rife speaks at a recent event after the July 4 holiday. more

7/21/26

Chill Mezcal, which bills itself as a “brunch bar and grill,” had its soft opening on July 18 with a menu of burgers, waffles and tacos. By 9 a.m. eight customers were already seated. Owner Joe Becerra plans an official grand opening this week and promises a mix of food from two cultures. He saw an opportunity in Missouri Valley and wants to support the town and create jobs. Future menu items include horchata and other aguas frescas “better than horchata.”.

New Restaurant opens in Missouri Valley

A New Restaurant opened in Missouri Valley on July 18-19. more

7/21/26

Kyzer Garmann, 10, works on his birdhouse, while grandma Barb Staben assists 7-year-old Aryiah Staben.

MV Library: For the Birds

This event is for the birds LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times - Reporter “It’s a good idea to read the instructions!” Dave Smith said as each child picked up a hammers and a … more

7/21/26

Backpack program headlines library programs

Backpack event headlines Modale programs LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter Modale will hold its backpack event in two weeks. Diane Pruitt, librarian for Modale, … more

7/21/26

Supervisors discuss TCE contamination

County discusses TCE contamination LEE ZION Harrison County Times-Reporter The Harrison County Board of Supervisors discussed TCE at its most recent meeting. The meeting, held … more

7/21/26

Multiple Businesses use this space to give Dunlap residents plenty of opportunities.

Shared Space proving useful in Dunlap

Shared-space model continues to thrive in downtown Dunlap By Jill Schaben, Dunlap For the Harrison County Times-Reporter Four years after purchasing a vacant medical facility on Main … more

7/21/26

RAGBRAI: An estimated 30,000 riders rolled through Dunlap, as part of the Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa, the nations largest border-to-border state bike ride/ .

RAGBRAI Rolls Thru Dunlap on July 19

RAGBRAI LIII rolls through Dunlap LEE ZION, EDITOR Harrison County Times-Reporter The 53rd annual RAGBRAI came through town Sunday. RAGBRAI, or the Register’s Annual Great Bike … more

7/21/26

RAGBRAI: Dunlap was a ride through town for the 2026 RAGBRAI, first time its been through since 1983.

RAGBRAI Rolls Through Dunlap, July 19

RAGBRAI rolled through Dunlap on Sunday, as 30,000 bike enthusiasts and another 1,000 of their closest friends. more

7/21/26

The Dunlap Storywalk at Pleasant View Park is updated every month, providing entertainment for all ages.

Dunlap Storywalk Receives Facelift

Dunlap StoryWalk Receives Facelift Following Spring Hailstorm By Jill Schaben Harrison County Times-Reporter A popular literacy attraction at Pleasant View Park is looking like new … more

7/15/26

RAGBRAI is Here - Dunlap is Ready

Dunlap ready to welcome thousands for RAGBRAI By Jill Schaben For the Harrison County Times Reporter Ready or Not, RAGBRAI is here After months of planning, countless volunteer … more

7/15/26

Harrison County Fair begins next week

HCF: Ride the Tide of Tomorrow Harrison County Fair held July 21 – 26 By Matt Gengler, Sports Editor sports@missourivalleytimes.com The annual summer tradition of the 2026 … more

7/15/26

Back to School Backpack give away set for Aug. 15

Back-to-School backpack give-a-way set for Aug. 15 Lee Zion, Editor Harrison County Times-Reporter The TV ads announce that children will soon return to school. The Missouri Valley … more

7/15/26

Woodman Life to offer Free Movies in August

WoodmanLife to pay admission for free movies Every Tuesday in August, WoodmenLife Chapter, 635, in conjunction with the Rialto Theater in Missouri Valley, will be hosting a Food Drive. … more

7/15/26