Our thoughts and prayers are with those impacted by the recent storms in southwest Iowa. We send our heartfelt condolences and support to all affected during this challenging time.
Shelby County Chairman’s Corner: Thank you to all who participated in the State Convention on May 4 th in Des Moines. The Shelby County delegation included Mike Shaw, Sara Ferneding, Jeff Walton, Aida Brown, Nicholas Kohles, Ruth Anne Grimsley, Larry Hopp, and Tammi Schulz. The day was filled with motivating speeches, networking with fellow Republicans, and finalizing the 2024 Iowa Platform.
Congratulations to Steve Scheffler and Tamara Scott for being re-elected as our National Committee team!
The April Central Committee was a success! We heard from Mike Kolbe, Alexis Carter and Charles Parkhurst, all candidates for Shelby County Supervisor, and from Taryn Knapp, candidate for Shelby County Auditor. Melissa Arkfeld, candidate for Shelby County Auditor, was unable to attend due to a prior commitment. Thank you to all for
participating and sharing your visions for Shelby County’s future!
Senator Chuck Grassley spoke to a standing room only crowd at the library in downtown Harlan on April 25th. It was his Shelby County stop as he is once again on a listening tour of all of Iowa’s 99 Counties. Grassley listened to concerns about; the CO2 Pipeline, California’s Proposition 12, the FBI & CIA, and more. He also explained his support of appropriating billions of dollars to Ukraine.
As Memorial Day approaches, let us pause to honor the profound sacrifices and unwavering service of our veterans. With deep gratitude, we extend a sincere THANK YOU to all who have bravely served our country. Freedom isn’t free. Some gave all.
It’s also time to organize our annual parades. Kudos to Jeff Walton and Nicholas Kohles for building our parade float!
The first parade is Saturday, May 25 th in Elk Horn. All Republicans are welcome to ride or walk with the float – don’t forget your lawn chair. Afterwards, head downtown to enjoy the Danish offerings of Tivoli Fest including Aebleskivers, Folk Dancing, and live music.
Next up, the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a candidate forum on Thursday, May 23 rd at 6:30 pm at the Harlan High School. This will be a great event to meet the candidates, ask questions, and hear their visions.
The Republican Primaries will be held on Tuesday, June 4th. Please encourage your friends and neighbors to make a difference by voting in 2024. Shelby County Republican candidates include:
Our next Central Committee meeting will be Monday, May 20th at Mi Casa in Harlan, IA. Social hour at 6:00 pm, Speaker at 6:30 pm and the meeting at 7:00 pm.
Important dates:
5/20/2024 Shelby County Central Committee – Harlan, IA
5/23/2024 Chamber Candidate Forum – Harlan High School
5/25/2024 Tivoli Fest Parade – Elk Horn, IA
6/4/2024 Primary Voting (early voting opens late May)
7/11/2024 Shelby County Fair Parade – Harlan, IA
7/15-7/18/24 Republican National Convention – Milwaukee, WI
11/5/2024 General Election
For the most up to date calendar of Iowa GOP events click: Iowa GOP Events
Please email [email protected] for more information.