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SUMMARY:JCDP in the Parade - Wyoming
DESCRIPTION:If you are going to the Wyoming Fair Parade on July 10th\, keep an eye out for the Jones County Democrats and cheer them on. \n\n\n\nParade starts at 6:30 pm.  \n\n\n\nDon’t forget to stroll the midway at the Fair and enjoy something to eat.  \n\n\n\nhttp://wyomingiafair.com
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-in-the-parade-wyoming/
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SUMMARY:JCDP in the Parade - Oxford Junction
DESCRIPTION:If you are going to the Oxford Junction 4th of July parade\, keep an eye out for the Jones County Democrats and cheer them on. \n\n\n\nParade starts at 4:00pm. The parade begins at the elementary school and ends at Wapsie Park. \n\n\n\nDon’t forget about the Chicken Dinner at the Legionnaire Ballroom after the parade.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-in-the-parade-oxford-junction/
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SUMMARY:JCDP in the Parade - Monticello
DESCRIPTION:If you are going to the Monticello 4th of July parade\, keep an eye out for the Jones County Democrats and cheer them on. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParade starts at 11:00 AM.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDon’t forget about the Fireman’s breakfast at the Berndes Center\, starting at 7 am
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-in-the-parade-monticello/
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UID:1609-1781805600-1781809200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:JCDP June Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Jones County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be on Thursday\, June 18th\, starting at 6:00 pm.  Location – Anamosa Lawrence Center (Rotary Room) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe agenda and Zoom link will be sent out a few days before the meeting to all Jones County Democrats receiving our emails.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you are NOT receiving these emails in your “inbox\,” you can contact us at – jonescounty.ia.dems@gmail.com – and we will get you on our list.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Jones County Democrats and like-minded individuals are welcome to attend.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-june-meeting/
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SUMMARY:Rob Sand in Jones County
DESCRIPTION:Rob Sand is back on the road for his annual 100 Town Hall Tour.  \n\n\n\nBring your questions – and a friend – for a town hall in Anamosa.  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to attend.  \n\n\n\nLocation will be sent upon RSVP at: https://www.mobilize.us/robsandia/event/964914/
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/rob-sand-in-jones-county/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T133000
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SUMMARY:Front Porch Gathering
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off the 2026 Midterms with a great event. \n\n\n\nJoin Democrats from across four counties to mingle with our state-wide Democratic candidates on Sunday afternoon\, June 14th\, starting at 1:30 pm.  This FREE event will be held at the Legionnaire Ballroom in Oxford Junction\, Iowa. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLet us know you are coming so we can bake enough yummies – Sign up at: https://www.mobilize.us/iowa/event/960840/
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/front-porch-gathering/
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UID:1652-1779393600-1779395400@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Election Watch 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the Iowa Democratic Women’s Caucus for their next Informational/Educational Zoom Hour.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe meeting is  May 21 at 8 pm.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis month’s topic: “Election Watch 2026: What You Need to Know about Poll Working and Poll Watching.”  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister today at https://us02web.zoom.us/…/register/4XDGdsALT0O_MmC0gEqbQg .
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/election-watch-2026/
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UID:1607-1779386400-1779390000@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:JCDP May Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Jones County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be on Thursday\, May 21st\, starting at 6:00 pm.   \n\n\n\nLocation – Monticello Heritage and Cultural Center\, 211 N Sycamore St\, Monticello\, IA 52310. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe agenda and Zoom link will be sent out a few days before the meeting to all Jones County Democrats receiving our emails.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you are NOT receiving these emails in your “inbox\,” you can contact us at – jonescounty.ia.dems@gmail.com – and we will get you on our list.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Jones County Democrats and like-minded individuals are welcome to attend.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-may-meeting/
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UID:1605-1776967200-1776970800@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:JCDP April Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Jones County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be on Thursday\, April 23rd\, starting at 6:00 pm.  Location – Anamosa Lawrence Center (Rotary Rm). \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe agenda and Zoom link will be sent out a few days prior to the meeting to all Jones County Democrats receiving our emails.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you are NOT receiving these emails in your “inbox\,” you can contact us at – jonescounty.ia.dems@gmail.com – and we will get you on our list.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Jones County Democrats and like-minded individuals are welcome to attend.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-april-meeting/
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UID:1641-1776880800-1776888000@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Clean Water Matters
DESCRIPTION:An Earth Day community event featuring Dr. Chris Jones\, water quality advocate and candidate for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026 \n\n\n\nWhere: Maquoketa Brewing (110 S Main\, Maquoketa\, Ia) \n\n\n\nTime: 6pm to 8pm \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAre you concerned about your water…your health? Come join us for an evening of learning\, discussion and hope. \n\n\n\nDr. Jones will share insights on low’s water quality issues and practical ways we can work together to create healthier communities. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTrees for door prizes! \n\n\n\nsponsored by Operation Grassroots \n\n\n\noperationgrassroots25@gmail.com
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/clean-water-matters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
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UID:1634-1775296800-1775302200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Maquoketa Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:State Senator Mike Zimmer and State Representative Norlin Mommsen will attend a legislative forum hosted by the Maquoketa Chamber of Commerce on Saturday\, April 4\, at the Maquoketa Chamber Office\, 124 S. Main\, Maquoketa\, Iowa  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nState Senator Carrie Koelker and State Representative Steve Bradley have been invited to attend. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLight Refreshments Served
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/maquoketa-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Maquoketa Chamber Office\, 124 S Main\, Maquoketa\, Iowa\, 52060\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T000000
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UID:1602-1774656000-1774742399@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:No Kings Day
DESCRIPTION:No Kings Day – March 28th \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFind an event close to you at: https://www.nokings.org \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNew events are added daily\, so check back from time to time.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/no-kings-day/
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UID:1326-1774081800-1774090800@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:2026 Jones County Democratic Convention
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Jones County Democratic Convention will be held on Saturday\, March 21st\, 2026\, at the Anamosa Public Library’s Community Room. \n\n\n\nRegistration for Delegates\, Alternates\, and observers opens at 8:30am\, Convention begins at 9 am.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/2026-jones-county-democratic-convention/
LOCATION:Anamosa Public Library\, 600 East First Street\, Anamosa\, IA\, 52205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260115T214014Z
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UID:1526-1772438400-1774026000@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Jones County Offices Nomination Papers (Primary Election)
DESCRIPTION:Submission of nomination papers for Jones County Offices Primary (Supervisor\, Auditor\, Treasurer\, Recorder\, etc) begins March 2nd and closes on March 20th\, 2026.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\, go to: https://www.jonescountyiowaelections.gov/candidates/
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jones-county-offices-nomination-papers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260216T212546Z
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UID:1593-1772193600-1772197200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Jones Co Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:This forum is sponsored by Jones County Economic Development. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWhen: Friday\, February 27th\, 12pm to 1pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Anamosa Public Library \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRepresentative Steve Bradley and Senator Carrie Koelker are scheduled to attend this forum to share what’s happening at the “Dome” and listen to voters about topics of concern to them. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is the second of two scheduled forums.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jones-co-legislative-forum-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260222T174835Z
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UID:1599-1772044200-1772047800@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:WALKING WITH IMMIGRANTS: THE STRUGGLE TO SURVIVE IN EASTERN IOWA
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend a Lenten guest speaker. \n\n\n\nSister Paula Schwendinger – H.O.M.E \n\n\n\n(Hispanic Outreach Ministry of Evangelization) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 25\, 2026 @ 6:30 pm \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSacred Heart Catholic Church • 210 E. Third Street • Monticello\, IA. 52310 \n\n\n\nFREE EVENT – OPEN TO THE PUBLIC \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSister Paula will share her personal experiences of 35 years in working with immigrant populations in Florida and low and the obstacles they face in their daily lives. \n\n\n\nHer ministry to immigrant workers reaches from her home in Dyersville\, IA to 15 other rural lowa communities. Join us for a serious conversation about how our beliefs and Christianity guide us to help the weak\, poor\, and marginalized. The content of this presentation is appropriate for students gr. 5-12 and adults.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/walking-with-immigrants-the-struggle-to-survive-in-eastern-iowa/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260115T214819Z
CREATED:20260115T212705Z
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UID:1530-1771833600-1773421200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:State & Federal Offices Nomination Papers (Primary Election)
DESCRIPTION:Submission of nomination papers for State & Federal Offices (Primary) begins February 23rd and closes on March 13th\, 2026.   \n\n\n\nFor more information\, go to: https://www.jonescountyiowaelections.gov/candidates/
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/state-federal-offices-nomination-papers-primary/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T153000
DTSTAMP:20260129T230130Z
CREATED:20260116T180337Z
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UID:1547-1771768800-1771774200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:IN DEPTH WITH IOWA’S DEMOCRATIC 1ST DISTRICT CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATES
DESCRIPTION:Starting January 25\, veteran political journalist Laura Belin will host a high-impact series of live\, long-form conversations at Central College with the three Democrats vying to become the Democratic candidate for the U.S. House.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Sunday Lineup (2:00 PM | Central College Maytag Student Center):  \n\n\n\nJan 25 – Christina Bohannan: The Future of Iowa’s Rural Economy \n\n\n\nFeb 8 – Taylor Wettach: Taylor’s Plan for Rural Revival \n\n\n\nFeb 22 – _Travis Terrell: Our Rural Health Care Crisis  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThese aren’t stump speeches\, but are designed as an interrogation of ideas. Each candidate has chosen a specific pillar of rural Iowa life to showcase their understanding of Iowans’ hopes\, fears\, and dreams for the future – from economic survival to the healthcare crisis – and will face questions from the audience and local students.  \n\n\n\nJoin us! \n\n\n\nTime-limited and want to join in person at Central College? Feel free to join us at 2:00 for the conversation\, or come at 3:30 and chat with the candidate and others attending the event!   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCan’t be with us at Central College?  Watch each conversation live on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/MarionCountyIowaDemocrats or find the recorded conversations on Facebook or YouTube (Links TBA).  
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/1547/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260129T230721Z
CREATED:20260129T230721Z
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UID:1578-1771668000-1771673400@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:JCDP February Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Jones County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be Saturday\, February 21st\, starting at 10:00 am.  Location – Anamosa Public Library. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGuest Speaker – Ryan Peterman\, candidate for Iowa Secretary of State. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe agenda and Zoom link will be sent out a few days prior to the meeting to all Jones County Democrats receiving our newsletter.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you are NOT receiving this newsletter in your “inbox\,” you can contact us at – jonescounty.ia.dems@gmail.com – and we will get you on our list.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Jones County Democrats and like-minded individuals are welcome to attend.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-february-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260212T144614Z
CREATED:20260212T144614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T144614Z
UID:1588-1771531200-1771534800@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:How Regular People Become Candidates
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Democratic Women’s Caucus welcomes Iowa House candidates Rachel Burns and India May\, who will share about their path to becoming first-time candidates.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this event: https://buff.ly/RnfDz7H
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/how-regular-people-become-candidates/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T235959
DTSTAMP:20260211T000704Z
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UID:1585-1771113600-1771199999@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Meet Matt English - Feb 15th
DESCRIPTION:Hey\, Jones County Democrats! \n\n\n\nHere’s your chance for a one-on-one with our candidate\, Matt English\, running for the Iowa legislature on Sunday\, February 15th\, in two locations: \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWyoming\, IA \n\n\n\n1:30-3:00 pm \n\n\n\n306 West Webster St. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAnamosa\, IA \n\n\n\n4:00-5:30 pm \n\n\n\nLawrence Community Center Rotary Room \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClick HERE to learn more about these events.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/meet-matt-english-feb-15th/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260126T192303Z
CREATED:20260101T222221Z
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UID:1323-1770058800-1770064200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:2026 Jones Co Caucus
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Iowa Caucus will be held on Monday\, February 2nd\, 2026\, across the state.  All Jones County Democrats will meet in ONE location – the Anamosa Lawrence Community Center. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6pm.  Come early and get registered! \n\n\n\nCaucus begins at 7pm\, and we should be done by 8:30.   \n\n\n\nCaucus Agenda \n\n\n\n• Discuss issues that matter to you.  What are you passionate about? \n\n\n\n• Elect Delegates & Alternates to the Jones County Convention (March 28th). \n\n\n\n• Elect Jones Co Democrats to the County Central Committee. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact JCDP Chair Tony Amsler at: 319-480-0437. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLet us know if you are planning to attend so we can prepare materials for you. Click HERE to RSVP. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXWUHU9mRgfz22s95vXKaen-zASvLReR_ipqrbpLOTV5-4qQ/viewform?usp=header
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/2026-iowa-caucus/
LOCATION:Lawrence Community Center\, 600 E Main Street\, Anamosa\, IA\, 52205\, United States
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UID:1367-1769774400-1769778000@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Jones Co Legislative Forum
DESCRIPTION:When: Friday\, January 30th \n\n\n\nWhere: Monticello City Council Chambers \n\n\n\nWhat Time: 12 pm to 1 pm \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis forum is sponsored by Jones County Economic Development. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRepresentative Steve Bradley and Senator Carrie Koelker are scheduled to attend this forum to share what’s happening at the “Dome” and listen to voters about topics of concern to them. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is the first of two scheduled forums. \n\n\n\nThe next Legislative Forum is scheduled for Friday\, Feb 27th\, 12pm to 1pm\, at the Anamosa Library.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jones-co-legislative-forum/
LOCATION:Monticello City Council Chambers\, 200 East 1st Street\, Monticello\, Iowa\, 52310\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260125T153000
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UID:1541-1769349600-1769355000@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:IN DEPTH WITH IOWA’S DEMOCRATIC 1ST DISTRICT CONGRESSIONAL CANDIDATES
DESCRIPTION:Starting January 25\, veteran political journalist Laura Belin will host a high-impact series of live\, long-form conversations at Central College with the three Democrats vying to become the Democratic candidate for the U.S. House.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Sunday Lineup (2:00 PM | Central College Maytag Student Center):  \n\n\n\nJan 25 – Christina Bohannan: The Future of Iowa’s Rural Economy \n\n\n\nFeb 8 – Taylor Wettach: Taylor’s Plan for Rural Revival \n\n\n\nFeb 22 – _Travis Terrell: Our Rural Health Care Crisis  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThese aren’t stump speeches\, but are designed as an interrogation of ideas. Each candidate has chosen a specific pillar of rural Iowa life to showcase their understanding of Iowans’ hopes\, fears\, and dreams for the future – from economic survival to the healthcare crisis – and will face questions from the audience and local students.  \n\n\n\nJoin us! \n\n\n\nTime-limited and want to join in person at Central College? Feel free to join us at 2:00 for the conversation\, or come at 3:30 and chat with the candidate and others attending the event!   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCan’t be with us at Central College?  Watch each conversation live on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/MarionCountyIowaDemocrats or find the recorded conversations on Facebook or YouTube (Links TBA).  
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/in-depth-with-iowas-democratic-1st-district-congressional-candidates/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T110000
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UID:1319-1769247000-1769252400@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Property Tax Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa General Assembly is considering several proposals to modify the property tax system. This forum will help people understand the property tax process and how this revenue is used to support services within city\, county\, and school organizations. \n\n\n\nAn informational property tax forum will be held on Saturday\, January 24\, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. in the Community Room at the Anamosa Public Library in Anamosa\, Iowa.  Panelists for this forum will represent various Jones County entities responsible for collecting and distributing our property tax dollars.   \n\n\n\nThis non-partisan forum will be free and open to the public.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/property-tax-forum/
LOCATION:Anamosa Public Library\, 600 East First Street\, Anamosa\, IA\, 52205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260102T022904Z
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UID:1340-1769014800-1769022000@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Voices United of Rural Linn County
DESCRIPTION:Heather Meador from the Linn Co. Public Health Dept. will discuss immunizations and vaccinations.  Whitey’s Bar & Grill in Lisbon\, 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/voices-united-of-rural-linn-county-2/
LOCATION:Whitey’s Bar & Grill\, 125 US-30\, Lisbon\, Iowa\, 52253\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T110000
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UID:941-1768644000-1768647600@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:JCDP January Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Jones County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be Saturday\, December 20th\, starting at 10:00 am.   \n\n\n\nLocation – Anamosa Lawrence Community Center (Rotary Room) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe agenda and Zoom link will be sent out a few days prior to the meeting to all Jones County Democrats receiving our newsletter.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you are NOT receiving this newsletter\, click HERE\, and we will get you on our list.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Jones County Democrats and like-minded individuals are welcome to attend.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-january-meeting/
LOCATION:Lawrence Community Center\, 600 E Main St\, Anamosa\, IA\, 52205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T103000
DTSTAMP:20260102T023405Z
CREATED:20251222T221457Z
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UID:935-1768208400-1768213800@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Artificial Intelligence and Implications for Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:A Community Learning Event \n\n\n\nEmerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Implications for Agriculture \n\n\n\nThe program is free and open to the public. \n\n\n\nJanuary 12\, 2026\, at 9am \n\n\n\nUnited Church of Monticello\, 123 North Chestnut \n\n\n\n“Emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) Trends and Implications for Agriculture\,” a community learning session\, will be held at the United Church of Monticello\, January 12 at 9:00 a.m. \n\n\n\nDave Dusanek\, founder of DigiFarm in Monticello\, has been on the cutting edge of GPS technology as well as AI and will lead this session. The program will include an explanation of artificial intelligence and how it’s impacting agriculture and other industries along with the daily lives of Iowans. \n\n\n\nThe public is invited to learn about these emerging trends and ask questions.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/emerging-artificial-intelligence-and-implications-for-agriculture/
LOCATION:United Church of Monticello\, 123 North Chestnut\, Monticello\, IA\, 52310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T190000
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UID:1306-1767805200-1767812400@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:Voices United of Rural Linn County
DESCRIPTION:Valerie Smith from the Linn Co. Elections Board will discuss related issues and answer questions.  Whitey’s Bar & Grill in Lisbon\, 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/voices-united-of-rural-linn-county/
LOCATION:Whitey’s Bar & Grill\, 125 US-30\, Lisbon\, Iowa\, 52253\, United States
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UID:808-1766226600-1766230200@jonescountydemocrats.com
SUMMARY:JCDP December Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Jones County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be Saturday\, December 20th\, starting at 10:30am\, at the Anamosa Library Community Room. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAgenda and Zoom link will be sent out a few days prior to the meeting to all Jones County Democrats receiving our newsletter.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you are NOT receiving this newsletter in your “inbox\,” you can contact us at – jonescounty.ia.dems@gmail.com – and we will get you on our list.   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAll Jones County Democrats and like-minded individuals are welcome to attend.
URL:https://jonescountydemocrats.com/event/jcdp-december-meeting/
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