Johnson County to celebrate Welcoming Week 2021

The Johnson County community will celebrate Welcoming Week Friday, Sept. 10 through Saturday, Sept. 19, 2021, by bringing together people of all backgrounds to build connections and affirm the importance of welcoming and inclusive places.

Make a plan for your loved ones: September is Preparedness Month

September is Preparedness Month in Iowa, an opportunity for you and your loved ones to prepare for an emergency or disaster.

“Johnson County residents are no strangers to emergencies and disasters,” said Dave Wilson, Director of the Johnson County Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. “That’s why it is important for every person in our community to be prepared for themselves, their loved ones, and our community.”

Mosquito Surveillance Program Reveals West Nile Virus Risk

Johnson County, Iowa – The Johnson County Public Health Mosquito Surveillance Program, in collaboration with testing from Iowa State University and the University of Iowa Hygienic Lab, have identified a pool of  mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus (WNV).

Johnson County recognized as age-friendly community by AARP; First county to be designated in Iowa

Johnson County was recently recognized by AARP as an age-friendly community and was officially accepted into the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. Johnson County is the first county to receive this designation in the State of Iowa.

The AARP age-friendly network challenges states, counties, cities, towns and rural areas to prepare for the rapid aging of the population of the United States. Communities are encouraged to focus on and strengthen features and services that help make communities livable for residents of all ages.