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this WEEK'S STORIes, july 31, 2026

Pictured: City council work session this week, from left to right, City Councilor Bill Boisvert; Mayor Kate Schwarzler; City Councilor Kathy Martin-Willis; City Councilor Shannon Corr; City Manager Kenna West; Library Director Patrick Bodily; Museum Director Amy Christensen.

Independence will move toward shutting down Riverview and other parks now that a referendum has been filed to put fees enacted to support them – and the museum and library – on the November ballot.  ...Continued

Pictured: Fido, a deceased cockapoo; Inset: Porter, the Trammart News hound.

Every dog I have ever had is one like no other. But this little flop-eared, curly-haired canine was different in the best ways. ...Continued

Pictured: The iconic sign near the entrance to the fairgrounds in Rickreall.

 The Polk County Fair begins this week, celebrating 113 years of festivities that range from agricultural events to home crafts. But will it be ...Continued

last WEEK'S STORIes, july 24, 2026

Pictured: Former Independence City Manager Greg Ellis; Inset: The city agenda on this issue for a meeting Tuesday.

More than 900 signatures have been submitted to the Independence city recorder by Greg Ellis – an action likely to send a $19.65 city fee to voters this fall for approval. ...Continued

Pictured: County Commissioner-elect John Swanson with Polk County logo.

John Swanson, a resident of Rickreall, is currently chief of staff for state Sen. Bruce Star. But not for long. ...Continued

Pictured: The roundabout at Clow Corner and Highway 99W; Inset: Polk County Commissioner Lyle Mordhorst.

Declining transportation revenue, rising construction costs and lengthy planning requirements make it increasingly difficult to improve  ...Continued

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