Tag Archives: Solon

Updated with man’s side of the story: Hills man accused of displaying a machete during confrontation with family

A 33-year-old Hills man was arrested on three charges of assault, including one of assault while displaying a weapon, and two counts of obstruction of emergency communication after authorities say he displayed a machete during a confrontation with his family in Solon on … Continue reading

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Anyhdrous Ammonia Leak Near Solon

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Man injured in collision with truck in Solon

A Solon man was injured in an car accident involving a semi truck Thursday, Dec. 30, 2010, evening, according to an Iowa State Police report. Gregory Jay Vacek’s car was struck by the truck while turning north onto Highway 1 … Continue reading

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No one injured in Solon barn fire

SOLON — Fire crews took around 30 minutes to extinguish a barn fire in Solon Tuesday. Solon Fire Department was dispatched to 5390 160th Street NE around 11:15 a.m. for a report of a barn fire. Upon arrival, fire crew … Continue reading

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Three People Injured in Accident near Solon

Updated at 8:35 p.m. by Christopher Pratt Initial Post A southbound car crossed the center  line on Highway 1 near Solon, causing an accident that sent three  people to the University of Iowa  Hospitals and Clinics.

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Solon Evacuation

SOLON — A propane tank broke lose  due to flooding near Solon on Morsre Road. Area homes were evacuated because the natural gas was contaminating flood water and entering  homes. Solon Fire Chief Scott Wolfe said the heavy rain and flash … Continue reading

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Lake MacBride Country Club destroyed by fire

SOLON – Fire destroyed the Lake MacBride Country Club early this morning, officials said. Firefighters responded to the blaze at 3891 Pro Rd. around 2:15 a.m. when a neighbor lost power and noticed the flames. Solon First Assistant Fire Chief … Continue reading

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Freezing Temps Concern Local Farmers, Gardeners

When Susan Jutz pulled back the cover on her rows and rows of lettuce, she looks over a good chunk of the 3,000 heads of lettuce. The elements didn’t quite get to her produce. “They would actually show some damage,” … Continue reading

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Two hurt when motorcycle strikes deer near Solon

Updated at 9:39 a.m. by Jeff Raasch Cynthia Cook was treated and released at UIHC, a hospital spokesman said. They have no record of Robert Cook as a patient there recently, so we we are trying to figure out what … Continue reading

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