Park in Harlan closed for the season due to extensive vandalism

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October 6th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

(Harlan, Iowa) – The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying those responsible for extensive vandalism perpetrated over the weekend on the restroom at Pioneer Park in Harlan. Officials said on social media, Monday, that “Due to the damage, the City of Harlan has announced that the park’s restroom will be closed for the season effective immediately.”
Anyone with information with regard to the vandalism is urged to contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office. A reward may be available for tips leading to an arrest.