Elgin NewsLocal news for Elgin, IA continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Former councilman asks Elgin leaders for five-year plan- May 30, 2008 The Elgin council was led by mayor pro-tem Sarah Schori, in the mayor's absence.http://www.topix.net/city/elgin-ia/2008/05/former-councilman-asks-elgin-leaders-for-five-y... Debris from Parkersburg tornado scattered across Fayette County- May 28, 2008 At right, debris including a ceramic trivet or wall hanging on which a winter scene of snowmen was depicted, were among the items found in the yard of Eric Durnan, Wadena.http://www.topix.net/city/elgin-ia/2008/05/debris-from-parkersburg-tornado-scattered-acros... 8 river trails that tempt paddling aficionados- May 25, 2008 In Iowa, literally thousands of miles of creeks and rivers drain the landscape. They vary from the creek that runs near your house to the Mississippi River.http://www.topix.net/city/elgin-ia/2008/05/8-river-trails-that-tempt-paddling-aficionados?... Being Stung by Bees: 'You get used to it'--Carol Fassbinder-Orth Where Are They Now- May 19, 2008 "I did address it straight on, and I think it did help" FINALIST YEAR: 1999 HER FINALIST PROJECT : Reducing mite loads in honeybee colonies, using natural compounds WHAT LED TO THE PROJECT: Carol Fassbinder-Orth grew up in Elgin, Iowa, where her mother and father ... via Scientific Americanhttp://www.topix.net/city/elgin-ia/2008/05/being-stung-by-bees-you-get-used-to-it-carol-fa... Guitar Ted Death Ride Invitational 2008- May 13, 2008 What: A long gravel road group ride for fun. Nobody gets left behind. Who: For anyone that loves to ride gravel, loves a challenge, and likes to have fun. via Guitar Ted Productionshttp://www.topix.net/city/elgin-ia/2008/05/guitar-ted-death-ride-invitational-2008?fromrss... |