The Monticello Express

01/17/2026

Panther basketball is underway at Monticello High School.

The Panther JV girls fell to Maquoketa, before the Monti JV boys picked up the win.

The Cardinals lead Monti 13-9 in varsity girls action, just starting the second quarter.

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01/15/2026

01/15/2026

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01/15/2026

Calling All Local Artisans!

We’re looking for local artisans to share their creativity with the community at Art in the Park on August 22nd! This is a great opportunity to showcase your work, connect with the community, and be part of a beautiful outdoor art event.

We welcome a variety of art forms, including:
• Woodworking
• Drawing
• Jewelry
• Painting
• Ceramics
• And more!

Application deadline: March 15
Apply here: https://forms.gle/F74ExGUA7sSg6NHr9

Share with your favorite local Jones County/Monticello artists!
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01/15/2026

01/13/2026

📢 Jones County Property Tax Forum – Public Invited

Do you have questions about property taxes and how your tax dollars are used? We encourage residents to attend the Jones County Property Tax Forum to learn more about the property tax process, how revenue supports city, county, and school services, and to hear discussion on proposed property tax reforms at the Iowa Legislature.

01/13/2026

The Fairview Township Trustees are looking to appoint a clerk for the remainder of the term ending in 2026.
The clerk facilitates the township budget, annual report, minutes and fence disputes for the Township Trustees.
This group generally meets two times between February-April and once in September each year.
This person must live in Fairview Township. You may qualify if you live within the city limits of Anamosa. It is a paid position.

Please contact any of the Fairview Township Trustees if interested: Dan Rickels, Mark R. Robertson or Lyle Theisen.
Or contact the Jones County Auditor's Office at (319) 462-2282 with additional questions.

01/10/2026

Panther basketball is underway inside Monticello High School. The Panthers take on the Anamosa Blue Raiders in River Valley Conference action.

Varsity girls just tipped off, with varsity boys to follow. Follow here for updates.

01/08/2026

From the Monticello Activities Department: Tomorrow's (1/9) basketball games against Anamosa will have different start times with Anamosa's JV girls team only being able to play one half.

The new start times are:
JV Girls - 4 p.m.
JV Boys - 4:45 p.m.
Varsity Girls - 6 p.m.
Varsity Boys - 7:30 p.m.

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01/08/2026