Area News Briefs

Area Food Pantry Information

The area food pantry is in the Richland Methodist Church in Richland. 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. 9:30-11:30 a.m. and Thur. 5-7 p.m. Office phone 319-456-2251, emergency contact 641-919-5573. 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. When school is canceled or delayed, the KCHS will be closed. 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.

Let us Egg Your Yard

Let the Richland Child Care Center ‘Egg Your Yard’ this Easter. Their volunteers will put candy-filled eggs in your yard after dark for your morning egg hunt! Delivery dates available are April 11, 12, 18, or 19. For prices see their Facebook page (Richland Child Care Center). To reserve your spot email raccochildcare@gmail.com, or call 319-456-5660. All funds go to support the RACCO Summer Program.

Hedrick Winter Bingo Schedule

On the following dates 21 rounds of Bingo will be played at the Carl Craft Civic Center in Hedrick beginning at 6 p.m. March 22, April 5, April 19. Rounds 1-9 and 11-20 will be $0.50/card or 3 for $1. 50% of pot payout per game. Round 10 — Blackout $1/card, 50% of pot payout. Round 21 — picture frame, limited number of balls called, $1/card. Concessions available. All proceeds go to Hedrick BBQ Days.

White Elephant Bingo at the Richland Library, Saturday, March 22

‘White Elephant’ bingo will be played at the Richland Public Library on Saturday, March 22 at 1 p.m. Each participant should bring a small item to be added to the prize table. It can be new or slightly used, but something in good condition. Bingo is limited to the first 18 participants who register. Registration closes on Friday, March 21. Register by contacting the library at 319-456-6541 or richlib@natel.net.

Cindy’s Farewell Open House at Richland Library, Saturday, March 29

The public is invited to a farewell open house for Director Cindy McCan at the Richland Public Library on Saturday, March 29 from noon to 3 p.m. Cookies and drinks will be served. Cards or notes of appreciation for Cindy are welcome.

Hedrick City Council meeting, Monday, April 7

The Hedrick City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Center.

Brighton City Council meeting, Tuesday, April 8

The Brighton City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, April 8 at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Bras for a Cause, Saturday, April 12

Bras for a Cause will be held Saturday, April 12 at the Carl Craft Civic Center in Hedrick. The dinner, provided by Bubba Q’s, will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the live bra auction beginning at 6. The silent auction will go from 4:30-9 p.m. All proceeds will benefit our local communities.

Pekin School Board, Monday, April 14

The Pekin School Board will meet in regular session on Monday, April 14 at 6 p.m. in the Board Room/Media Center at Pekin Schools.

Richland City Council meeting, Monday, April 14

The Richland City Council will meet in regular session on Monday, April 14 at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Packwood City Council meeting, Tuesday, April 15

The Packwood City Council will meet in regular session on Tuesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. in the Packwood Fire Station Community Room.

Richland’s Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 19

Richland’s Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, April 19 at 10 a.m. on the square. Open to kids ages Pre-K through fifth grade.

Pekin After Prom Ongoing Can and Bottle Drive

Refundable cans and plastic bottles can be dropped off at Greiner Real Estate and Auction in Richland, Copeland Auto Body in Hedrick, or the Fire Station in Packwood. This fundraiser is for Pekin After Prom and the can drops will be at these locations through spring, 2025.

Super Kids Good News Club, Wednesdays after school @ Trinity Friends Church in Richland

Super Kids Good News Club meets every Wednesday at Trinity Friends Church in Richland through the school year from 3:45 — 5 p.m. We will only meet on full days of school and all children K-5th grade are welcome (parents too!) This is a fun-filled weekly club for kids in which the Bible is clearly taught with songs, lessons, games, and crafts. Please contact Sarah Bender (641) 451-0811 or Pastor Jerry Hoover (641) 919-8922 with any questions. Watch our Facebook page for announcements: Super Kids Good News Club — Richland Area

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.