Elkader Iowa News

Delaware County Fair Announces Montgomery Gentry As Country Concert for 2012 Fair
Posted 2 December 2011
One of country music’s all time great duos is headed to Manchester to headline the Thursday Night, Country show at the 2012 Delaware County Fair.  Jeannie Domeyer, Manager of the Fair, made the announcement that headlining the concert with their down to earth stylings and working man’s music is Montgomery Gentry.

Two boys from Kentucky, Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry served notice to the music world as they busted on to the national scene in 1999 with their first hit single, “Hillbilly Shoes”.  They followed this song with the release of 13 additional top 10 songs with five songs climbing the charts all the way to number 1.  Their blue collar approach to their music hits a chord with many Americans and their mission is to create songs that people will be able to touch and say, “Yeah man, that song is a little bit about me.”  The duo just recently released their newest collection, aptly titled Rebels On The Run.  The first single to be release from this album, “Where I Come From” is climbing the charts.  Domeyer said, “Their new album is the traditional Montgomery Gentry sound.  It’s filled with songs that allow you to relate with the artist.  Songs people can associate with.”

Montgomery Gentry has won a host of CMA awards including Vocal Duo of the year and most recently the humanitarian award in 2010 for their service to many charitable organizations. 

Seating for the Montgomery Gentry concert will include track seating at $35 or the new all inclusive courtyard seating.  A fresh idea for the 2012 Fair, this seating option includes a general admission bleacher seat for the show, snacks, beverages, wait staff and an area for dancing. Domeyer says, “The new seating option is aimed at giving people an 'all inclusive' option for attending the concert.  Our fair prides itself on our "pay one price and participate in everything inside the fair" philosophy, courtyard seating takes this to the next level allowing the fairgoer to buy  tickets, come to the fair, go into the courtyard and have a relaxing time without have to run to get a drink, fight the crowd for a snack or really leave the area for anything.  We have a strong desire to give our fairgoer a fuss-free experience that is relaxing and enjoyable.  We think this seating option does just that!”

Tickets for Montgomery Gentry will go on sale at 9:00 AM December 17, in time for Christmas.  Tickets will be available at the Fair office, by calling 563.927.6449 or at www.delawarecofair.com.

Updates and New Displays at Heartland Acres
Posted 2 November 2011
Visitors to Heartland Acres campus have the opportunity to view several new displays in the growing and changing museum. Continuing to keep a fresh look and bring in additional displays is always a priority for the staff and supporters of Heartland Acres commented Craig Johnson, Executive Director of Heartland Acres. 

Recently arrived from the State Historical Society archives in Des Moines are two rarely seen items.  A Thiemann tractor produced and built between 1936 and 1944 in Albert City, Iowa as well a 1919 Milburn Electric car.  The car was owned and driven by Mrs. Arletta Clarke, wife of former Iowa Governor George W. Clarke. Governor Clarke served in from 1901 – 1909 as a member of the Iowa House or representatives and served as speaker from 1904 - 1909. He also served as Lieutenant Governor from 1909 – 1913 then was elected Governor in 1912 and again in 1914.  The 1919 Milburn Electric could go 40 miles on a single charge.  

Also arrived is a 1937 Case CCS (stands for Case Cane Special) High Crop tractor.  This tractor is on loan from Doug DeShaw from Hopkinton, Iowa.  It is one of 65 built and is now one of 15 known survivors.  Doug owns several other Case tractors and spends much of his spare time repairing and showing antique tractors.

Heartland Acres newest display was created by Leanne Harrison and features historical information and artifacts recounting the life of Charlie Williams, builder and promoter of the once famous horse racing track in Independence in the early 1890’s. What is also part of this display is a story of the businessman and industrialist Jerome Increase Case who founded and built the J.I. Case Corporation.  Through research by Harrison she found that Jerome Increase Case owned race horses.  One of his horses named, Jay Eye See (a play on JI Case’s name) raced at the Independence track. 

Many more stories and displays about our agricultural heritage can be seen at Heartland Acres Agribition Center.  

For more information about Heartland Acres please visit www.heartlandacresusa.com or call (319) 332.0123 or see Heartland Acres on Face book.

Premier Grain Farms Donates Hay to Heartland Acres Agribition Center

Posted 6 July 2011
Heartland Acres Agribiton Center recently received a donation of 34 round bales of hay from Premier Grain Farms based in Walker, Iowa.  Premier Grain Farms, an innovative leader in the rapidly changing business of grain farming, is a local, family owned farming operation, based in Buchanan County.  

The donation came about as an opportunity for Premier Grain Farms to help support the efforts of Heartland Acres in the farm animal displays. Heartland Acres continues to preserve and promote the story of our agricultural past, present and future. The donated hay will be used throughout the coming months to support the livestock display. 

Heartland Acres Board Member, Eric Smith was excited to hear the news and was grateful for the donation.  Smith, a long time supporter of Heartland Acres commented, “It is really nice to have an agricultural based business like Premier Grain Farms stepping up in support of Heartland Acres. Donations like this have a positive financial impact for Heartland Acres and are a much needed and appreciated donation.   

For more information about Heartland Acres please visitwww.heartlandacresusa.com or call (319) 332.0123 or see Heartland Acres on Face book.

Photo Caption
Brian Prusator, Land Management Representative for Premier Grain Farms (left) of Walker, Iowa stands with Craig Johnson, Executive Director for Heartland Acres, by one of the many bales of hay used at Heartland Acres to feed their livestock. Photo Submitted

Iowa DNR Mobile Education Exhibit at Heartland Acres Agribiton Center June 23 – July 6
Posted 8 June 2011
Coming to Heartland Acres Agribiton Center June 23 – July 6 will be the Mobile Education Exhibit from the Iowa DNR. “The exhibit will be on display as part of our visitor’s regular paid admission and will be great learning tool on environmental and waste topics”, stated Leanne Harrison Program and Education Manager. 

What is it?  The “Cause and Effect: Your Eco Story” exhibit, is an all-inclusive experience that includes informative displays, interactive kiosks, educational videos and more.  Adults as well as kids will enjoy this informative and interactive display. For more information on this mobile education exhibit from Iowa DNR please visit here.

“This is one big hands-on display for Heartland Acres. Our staff continues to seek exciting, educational and entertaining displays for our visitors.  We are hopeful this will turn into a long line of future mobile exhibits at Heartland Acres”, according to Craig Johnson, Executive Director. 

For more information about Heartland Acres please visit www.heartlandacresusa.com or call (319) 332.0123 or see Heartland Acres on Face book.

Heartland Acres preserves, protects, educates and entertains visitors with displays and activities which continue telling the story of our agricultural heritage. Heartland Acres Agribition Center is located at 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Independence, IA 50644.

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