Healthy lawn program offered for homeowners in unincorporated Johnson County and its smaller communities

Homeowners in unincorporated Johnson County and its smaller communities who would like to have greener and healthier lawns without the use of chemicals, can apply to have 50% of the costs for soil quality restoration reimbursed (up to $2,000) through the Johnson County Soil Health Program, which was launched last year. Homeowners who wish to participate must be pre-approved by the program coordinators and use a contractor from a pre-approved list.

Healthy lawn program offered for homeowners in unincorporated Johnson County and its smaller communities

Homeowners in unincorporated Johnson County and its smaller communities who would like to have greener and healthier lawns without the use of chemicals, can apply to have 50% of the costs for soil quality restoration reimbursed (up to $2,000) through the Johnson County Soil Health Program, which

Aaron Blom, Ahron Ulis and Gehrig Christensen charged with tampering with records as part of Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation’s illegal sports wagering investigation

As part of an ongoing investigation led by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) into unlawful sports wagering activities, Aaron Blom, Ahron Ulis and Gehrig Christensen have been formally charged with Tampering With Records, a violation of Iowa code 715A.5.

Johnson County Secondary Roads Department closed Friday, July 28

Due to the RAGBRAI route on Melrose Avenue West and traffic concerns, Johnson County Secondary Roads Department at 4810 Melrose Avenue in Iowa City will be closed on Friday, July 28, 2023.

Individuals with non-emergency questions or concerns may leave a message with Secondary Roads at 319-356-6046. Calls to Secondary Roads will not receive a response until Monday, July 31. In an emergency, residents should always dial 911.