Area News Briefs

The area food pantry is located in the Richland Methodist Church in Richland. Anyone living in the Pekin School district has access to this resource. For anyone needing help go to the Fellowship Hall door that is located on Richland St. on the west side of the church. Food pantry hours of operation are Tues. and Wed. 9-11 a.m. and Thur. 6-8 p.m. Office phone 319-456-2251, emergency contact 319-750-2631. This is a Partner Agency with the Food Bank of Iowa.

Keokuk County Historical Society

The Keokuk County Historical Society is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Arrangements for visiting other days can be arranged by calling 641-622-3005, please leave a message and a volunteer will return your call. Come see our museum or do genealogy research.

Pekin Community Scholarship Fund Dinner and Auction, Saturday, August 24

The Pekin Community Scholarship Fund Dinner and Auction will be Saturday, August 24 at the Pekin High School Commons. Doors open at 5 p.m. with dinner beginning at 6 provided by the Ruritans, and the auction following. Tickets can be purchased by any Pekin Junior or Senior or at the door on August 24.

Prairie View Church Community Block Party, Saturday, August 24

Everyone is invited to the Prairie View Methodist Church Community Block Party on Saturday, August 24 from 3-7 p.m. Come enjoy a free supper along with games, bounce house, and more. Bring a lawn chair.

GriefShare at Trinity Friends Church, Tuesday, Sept. 3

A GriefShare grief support group for people grieving the death of a loved one is starting soon. Please join us on Tuesday September 3, at 1 p.m. at Trinity Friends Church in Richland. At GriefShare you’ll watch a weekly video with counsel and insights from respected grief experts and relatable personal stories — followed by a time of sharing and support. Session topics include what’s normal in grief; how to handle difficult emotions; and what to do with regrets, questions, and worries. There will be a workbook available to purchase for anyone who would like one. The workbook is filled with valuable exercises for navigating their personal grieving process. For more information, contact Bev Neel 641-919-2596 or visit griefshare.org.

Brighton City Council meeting, Tuesday, September 3

The Brighton City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 3 at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Pekin School Board, Monday, September 9

The Pekin School Board will meet in regular session on Monday, September 9 at 6 p.m. in the Board Room/Media Center at Pekin Schools.

Richland City Council meeting, Monday, September 9

The Richland City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, September 9 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Packwood City Council meeting, Tuesday, September 10

The Packwood City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 10 at 7 p.m. in the Packwood Fire Station Community Room.

Hedrick Public Library Hours

The Hedrick Public Library hours: Mondays 2-6 p.m., Tuesdays -1-5 p.m., Wednesdays Noon-4 p.m., Thursdays 2-6 p.m., Friday 2-6 p.m.

Richland Public Library Hours

The Richland Public Library hours: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 2:30-6:30 p.m.; Fridays Noon-5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. — 1 p.m.

Hedrick Veterans Museum Hours

The Veterans Museum in Hedrick, located next to the Carl Craft Civic Center, is open the second Sunday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is also open by appointment by calling Paul @ (641) 653-4717 or (641) 799-0448, Jerry @ (641) 799-4372, Jim @ (641) 653-2443, Tommy @ (641) 295-5089, or Roger @ (641) 653-2281.