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Lenox in the News
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Scooter violations to carry fine under new Lenox City Council action
The Lenox City Council passed fines for breaking the law when riding scooters at their September 14 meeting. The council discussed different types of…
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Homecoming 2026
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Preliminary results of cancer rates released
Preliminary results of Iowa’s high cancer rates have been released. Governor Kim Reynolds appropriated $1 million to the University of Iowa to…
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of community energy produced by our local wind turbine.
Founded in 1871, Driven by the Future.
Originally called Summit, Lenox has a rich history rooted in the expansion of the American railway. After rebounding from a devastating fire in 1884, we have continued to grow with a focus on stability and hospitality.
Today, we lead Southwest Iowa in renewable energy through our community-owned wind turbine, providing clean energy for our residents since 2003.
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