Minden NewsLocal news for Minden, IA continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Traffic fatalities down in Nebraska, Iowa so far in 2007- December 31, 2007 "Drivers who don't wear belts are more involved in other behaviors (like speeding and driving while distracted) that lead to fatal crashes." Although Nebraska and Iowa are projecting fewer traffic fatalities this year than in 2006, safety officials agree that some safety lessons need to be reinforced. via Omaha World-Heraldhttp://www.topix.net/city/minden-ia/2007/12/traffic-fatalities-down-in-nebraska-iowa-so-fa... Minden Community Club prepares for dance- December 29, 2007 "It's a true dance floor. We get dancers who dance three or four times a week at different halls and say this is their favorite. It's easy on their legs and feet." The residents of Minden are all about Midwest ballroom dancing at the Minden Community Club. via Daily Nonpareilhttp://www.topix.net/city/minden-ia/2007/12/minden-community-club-prepares-for-dance?fromr... Walnut Communications announces new vendor; will offer digital cable in late '08- December 18, 2007 "If all goes well, we anticipate being able to offer services to customers in late summer or early fall of 2008." It was announced on Friday that Walnut Communications has entered into a contract with Harlan Municipal Utilities as its vendor for cable television services, according to Bruce Heyne, Walnut Communications' ... via Atlantic News-Telegraphhttp://www.topix.net/city/minden-ia/2007/12/walnut-communications-announces-new-vendor-wil... A-H-S-T penny warriors step up- December 16, 2007 "In the 11 years we've done this, we've raised over $14,000" This year, students raised $969.18, according to middle school instructor Ellamae Hegna. via Daily Nonpareilhttp://www.topix.net/city/minden-ia/2007/12/a-h-s-t-penny-warriors-step-up?fromrss=1 CB Church Volunteers Helping Santa- December 12, 2007 "Parents choose the toys they want for their children. You wouldn't believe how many have tears in their eyes when they see what they get. I want the kids to have something special for Christmas." Council Bluffs churches are banding together to help the less fortunate with food and gifts, though donations are down this year. via WOWT-TV Omahahttp://www.topix.net/city/minden-ia/2007/12/cb-church-volunteers-helping-santa?fromrss=1 |