State Center Police Department

06/01/2026

For our friends who like trains

Union Pacific Big Boy is coming through Colo, Monday, June 1st. We are sure of the exact time but around 9:30 a.m. You are welcome to bring your lawn chairs to wait and watch on the Colo Public Library's patio.

05/30/2026

Before you go out this weekend, please think about your actions. We are out too!

05/25/2026

We hope everyone takes a few minutes to remember loved ones who are no longer with us as this weekend kicks off the official start to Summer.

This holiday should have as much if not more meaning to each and every one of us who have said goodbye to a friend or family member.

05/24/2026

Support a great cause and a great community - hope you’ll join us on Saturday, June 20th

Make sure to register before June 1st to get your free car show t-shirt. This year we have a few options available to register. The QR code below can be scanned, print the form and mail to the address on the form, or check out the following link to register on the Quick Performance website. https://www.quickperformance.com/2026-State-Center-Car-Show-Registration_p_25222.html

We have some great prizes and awards lined up. Can't wait to see all the great cars, bikes, and people!! Let me know if you have any questions!

05/24/2026

Come join us June 20th as we celebrate America muscle and blow off some steam!

05/24/2026

The second area we received a request to study for concerns regarding speed was on the West side of the elementary school between Main Street and 4th Street SW.

Between May 2 and May 20, a total of 18, 349 vehicles were counted traveling in this area.

The average speed of all vehicles was 21.5 miles per hour and the average speed of vehicles exceeding the speed limit was 29.1 mph.

This data reflects drivers in the area are extremely aware of the school traffic and the highest speeds recorded happened well outside of school hours.

Thanks to everyone who buckles up and slows down, we appreciate your efforts to be good partners on the roads.

05/24/2026

Recently, there has been discussion about excessive speeding in a few areas.

A 20-day study of vehicles in the 400 blk of 2nd Avenue NW showed 2,144 vehicles passed by our speed sign with an average speed of 18.7 miles per hour.

There were 2 vehicles with an abnormally high rate of speed, the first was a vehicle speeding, the second was the officer catching the vehicle, both of which occurred in the early morning hours when there was little vehicle or pedestrian traffic.

05/18/2026

Sign up now - we are a month away from a great day

Make sure to register before June 1st to get your free car show t-shirt. This year we have a few options available to register. The QR code below can be scanned, print the form and mail to the address on the form, or check out the following link to register on the Quick Performance website. https://www.quickperformance.com/2026-State-Center-Car-Show-Registration_p_25222.html

We have some great prizes and awards lined up. Can't wait to see all the great cars, bikes, and people!! Let me know if you have any questions!

05/15/2026

Come on out and support a great cause.

Local law enforcement officers will take fundraising efforts to new heights during the annual “Cop on a Rooftop” event benefiting Special Olympics Iowa on Thursday, May 15, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Dunkin'.

Community members are invited to stop by, meet local officers, and support Iowa athletes participating in Special Olympics programs and competitions throughout the year. All funds raised during the event stay in Iowa and directly benefit Special Olympians across the state.

In previous years, “Cop on a Rooftop” events across Iowa have raised more than $275,000 to support Special Olympics athletes and programs statewide. Marshalltown is one of 24 participating locations throughout Iowa taking part in this year’s fundraising effort.

The Marshalltown location has consistently been one of the top fundraising sites in the state. Organizers credit the continued success to the outstanding support and engagement from the Marshalltown community, whose generosity has helped make a lasting impact for Iowa athletes.

Donations can be made on-site with cash or by scanning a QR code available at the event. As a thank-you for supporting the fundraiser, participants will receive a coupon for a free donut or coffee, redeemable during a future visit to Dunkin’.

“Cop on a Rooftop” is a fun and impactful partnership between law enforcement, local businesses, and community members working together to support athletes of all abilities and promote inclusion through sports.

Community members are encouraged to stop by, make a donation, and help support Iowa Special Olympics athletes.

05/12/2026

We are beginning to look for those who would like to volunteer a few hours and share our community with the Ragbrai riders.

You can sign up and help set up for the event, sign up the day of the event or both.

Scan the QR code or e-mail Chief Thomas and the RAGBRAI committee will reach out to you promptly to confirm your date and time.

Thanks in advance for everyone's efforts to share our amazing community with guests from all over the world.

Looking to share your "Iowa Nice" with thousands of visitors from around the world.

Scan the QR code or e-mail [email protected] and sign up to volunteer for a few hours and showcase our community.

Morning and evening shifts are available and everyone is welcome.

We look forward to sharing our community on Wednesday, July 22nd.