Harlan Insider

Harlan Insider - Issue 07.24.2025

Harlan's Brad Stamper tackles his 10th RAGBRAI ride amid summer heat! Don't miss today's Smoking Crab food truck, Friday's Music BINGO at Milk & Honey, and Saturday's Suicide Awareness events. Plus, the community honors John Anthony Wingert's legacy of farming and family in a heartfelt tribute.

Zach Hammer

Jul 24, 2025 — 4 min read

RAGBRAI 52 rolls through Iowa with Harlan's own Brad Stamper conquering his tenth ride amid summer heat and spirited community support!

In today's issue:
• Local News & Features: Brad Stamper's RAGBRAI journey, a heartfelt tribute to community pillar John Anthony Wingert, spotlights on Left Turn Photography and Shotz By Sam capturing racing memories that matter
• Events & Activities: Today's Smoking Crab & Seafood Co food truck, Friday's Music BINGO at Milk & Honey, Saturday's Suicide Awareness Show and Shine car show, and Sunday's Farm Toys auction

Grab your calendar and dive in to discover all the ways our neighbors are making Harlan shine this week!

Harlan Council Introduces New Electric Scooter Safety Rules

Harlan's City Council has rolled out new safety regulations for electric scooters, addressing community concerns. Riders must now follow traffic laws, avoid distractions, and ensure scooters are properly equipped and parked. Discover what this means for Harlan!

Harlan Insider - Issue 08.21.2025

Shelby County's Supreme Court pipeline battle, historic downtown charm, and packed weekend ahead! Don't miss today's tennis matches, Friday's farm-to-table dinner, and Saturday's Race Championship Finale before school starts Monday.

Local Counties Take Fight Against Pipeline to Supreme Court

Shelby and Story counties are taking their fight against Summit Carbon Solutions to the U.S. Supreme Court, challenging a pipeline's hazardous expansion. Community support highlights the need for local control over safety—will their stand change the tide?

Shelby County Readies Supreme Court Appeal on Carbon Pipelines

Shelby County is taking a stand against carbon pipelines, appealing to the U.S. Supreme Court after a recent setback. Local leaders emphasize safety and property rights as they advocate for landowners, ensuring taxpayers won’t shoulder the appeal's costs.

Read more

Harlan Council Introduces New Electric Scooter Safety Rules

Harlan Insider - Issue 08.21.2025

Local Counties Take Fight Against Pipeline to Supreme Court

Shelby County Readies Supreme Court Appeal on Carbon Pipelines