Big Old Glory

Gregory R. Norfleet/West Branch Times Barnharts Custom Services put up a roughly 20-by-30-foot United States flag the morning of July 3 to mark the 250th anniversary of America through the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Numerous families and businesses placed decorations or displays to celebrate the holiday.

After a month-long review of a June 3 shooting incident, the Cedar County Attorney’s Office concluded it would not file charges against the West Branch Police chief.

‘They shot me,’ Tihpen told victim while running away
by Gregory Norfleet · News · July 08, 2026
Here is the text of the “Pertinent Facts” reported in the July 2 “Cedar County Attorney Review of Officer Involved Shooting.”

Foundation grants $27K to eight local agencies
by Gregory Norfleet · News · July 08, 2026
Of the more than $150,000 in grants given out by the Community Foundation of Cedar County, more than $27,000 went to eight organizations in or closely tied to West Branch.

Robotics club growing in size, recognition
by Gregory Norfleet · News · July 08, 2026
A $1,200 grant to purchase materials for building robots comes as West Branch’s robotics program continues to grow both in size and recognition.

WBELC seeks $125K for two campaigns
by Gregory Norfleet · News · July 08, 2026
West Branch Early Learning Center started raising $75,000 for a new playground after a new federal rule.

Blood drive set for July 14
News · July 08, 2026
West Branch American Legion Chauncey Butler Post 514 will host a blood drive from 3 to 6:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 14, at Bethany Lutheran Church, 235 South Second Street.

Cedar Co. Cooperative buys Price Oil & Gas
News · July 08, 2026
Cedar County Cooperative has acquired the assets of Price Oil and Gas Company, bringing together two organizations with deep roots in serving agricultural, residential, and commercial customers throughout eastern Iowa, according to a press release.

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News · July 08, 2026

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News · July 08, 2026

Class of 1966 hosting 60th reunion
News · July 08, 2026
The West Branch High School Class of 1966 will meet 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Cedars Edge Golf Course with a happy hour, followed by food available upstairs anytime between 5 - 8 p.m. at Birdie’s Restaurant.