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Decorah Gear Exchange encourages connections

The 6th annual Driftless Half Marathon from Harpers Ferry to Lansing will be held Saturday, Oct. 14. (submitted photo)

Driftless Half Marathon A tour de force for Lansing

By Kate Klimesh

The 2nd Annual Decorah Gear Exchange was held at Pulpit Rock Brewery Saturday, Sept.

23. An opportunity to buy and sell gently used outdoor recreation gear, the event offers the chance to connect with other outdoor enthusiasts and gain resources about the area. Pictured from top to bottom- Charlie and Nelson Jensen, sons of Mark and Lilly Jensen, brandish their second-hand Swiss army treasures. Elizabeth and Hans Finanger of Decorah hit the ball through the wicket with their croquet set and longboard purchases. Emily Neal hijacks a kayak. Proceeds benefit Decorah Parks and Recreation, further expanding recreational opportunities and resources in the Decorah area. (Driftless Multimedia photos by Denise Lana and courtesy of Lisa Lantz)

For half marathoners across the country, the Driftless Half Marathon is the perfect combination of challenge and incredible scenery in the Driftless as fall unfolds its vibrant colors.

Amanda Hess of Lansing, event organizer, has planned another great event taking place Saturday, Oct. 14. The course runs along the National Scenic Byway starting in Harpers Ferry heading north to Lansing, with a detour onto Red Oak Road.

To date, over $21,000 has been gifted back to local non-profits to strengthen the Lansing and Waukon communities through donations to the Lansing Police Department’s Kindness Campaign, the Sheriff’s Office K9 fund, local volunteer fire departments and emergency first responders, and local scholarships for high school seniors in Lansing and Waukon school districts.

Hess, an avid runner, stated, “I like to travel to do running events, and always thought Allamakee County’s interesting

and unique landscape would suit people like me. It’s one of the most beautiful places, and I’d say, “Someone should really create a running event here”. I had the idea for a few years, but was waiting for someone else to get it going. In 2017, when no one else had started it up, I decided to just do it myself. We hosted our first event in 2018. It was amazing. It has been ever since!”

With the race in its sixth year, Hess commented that she’s seen people come to the area from across the U.S. to race, “There are many returning participants and there are quite a few that have participated in an event for all six years. I’m humbled when runners pick the smaller DHM over other races.”

With a small volunteer group, she limits the registrations to between 250 and 300 each year.

“If it were more, I’d be afraid to lose that small-town feel. I like not tripping over people’s feet or having to weave through the crowd. It’s all about the scenery, not the large crowds.

I like being able to share that side of Lansing and Allamakee

County. Filled with some of the most generous and kind people you will ever meet. I can see how much people enjoy it, too.”

Part of that small-town feel is having several local Lansing organizations involved. While separate organizations, they all work together for the event.

“For the past few years, the Kee High School Music Club has hosted a community breakfast, which the participants really enjoy. The Lansing Lion’s Club has sold T-shirts to raise money for their group. We want the DHM to be an event to encourage local non-profit participation. No competition, let’s support each other, we all have the same goal. More traffic for them, the better for everyone.”

The race itself is a multi-faceted event, offering a 13.1 mile half-marathon for individuals or relay teams, or a 5K option that’s more family-friendly.

This appeals to participants of any ability or age. “It’s so rewarding to see someone attend

Marathon continued on page 5

Protivin Fire Dept. will kick off Fire Prevention Week with open house at new station The main street of Protivin looks a little different now than it did two years ago. Where once there was a vacant lot now stands a new fire station – a physical representation of what can be achieved with donations of generous supporters, hard work and community pride.

The new station took three years to plan and a year to build; the station is now ready for visitors. The trucks and other equipment moved into the station in March. Finishing touches were completed and Protivin Volunteer Fire Department (PVFD) was completely moved in by Czech Days last month.

PVFD volunteer firefighters and members of the Protivin Community Fire District extend an invitation to an open house event Sunday, Oct. 8, from 12 to 4 p.m. – kicking off National Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-14. Visitors can tour the new station, check out trucks and

see the equipment that’s ready at a moment’s notice to respond to emergency calls. All are welcome to this event and to enjoy light refreshments.

It takes a community The firefighters are grateful to the individuals, businesses and others who provided financial support in kind donations of labor, supplies and hard work to make the new station a reality.

The new fire station project cost $800,000, which included needed interior items such as gear lockers, hose racks and completing the kitchen/meeting room. Initial funding came from the four government entities that make up the Protivin Community Fire District.

Each contributed $80,000 for a total of $320,000 in taxpayer funds to start the project. The remaining $680,000 came from donations and grants. PVFD do-

nated $80,000 from previous fundraising efforts; members then reached out for the remaining funds needed.

Local citizens and businesses provided fantastic support and came together, donating $170,000 to help build and outfit the new fire stations. In addition, $130,000 was received in grants written for by PVFD members and awarded from banks, the Community Foundation Grants and other local and regional institutions.

The fire district also applied for a then-new federal program through Congresswomen Ashley Hinson.

Hinson picked the fire station as one of her first congressional funding projects and secured a $100,000

The new Protivin Fire Station and two firetrucks beneath the U.S. flag on Sept. 11, 2023. (submitted photo)

Protivin Fire Dept. continued on page 14

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Purchase, Moore, Hamann, Bacon Iowa Pork enters NIL agreement with four Iowa State football players The Iowa Pork Producers Association is partnering with four Iowa State University football players to promote the pork industry. Through an NIL (name, image, likeness) deal, ISU Cyclones Myles Purchase, Tyler Moore, Tommy Hamann and Caleb Bacon are leading the new “Purchase Moore Hamann Bacon” marketing campaign.

The goal is to push Iowans to buy pork products. More specifically, they want you to purchase more ham and bacon.

“After the ‘Hamann Bacon’ photo went viral on social media following the Cyclones’ season opener, we knew we had to jump on this opportunity,” said Trish Cook, president of the Iowa Pork Producers Association. “These four young men are not only great football players, they also have strong academic records and great last names! We couldn’t be more excited to work with them in this fun initiative to publicize Iowa pork.”

October is National Pork Month, aka “Porktober,” and this promotion will be part of that monthlong celebration.

In conjunction with the NIL partnership, the Iowa Pork Producers Association will donate $1,000 of pork to each player’s food pantry of choice.

“Iowa pork producers and pig farmers care about their communities, and while this partnership is a fun way to promote our industry, it’s also one way we can give back,” Cook said.

“Food insecurity remains an issue for many people and we’re glad to partner with these Cyclone football players to help their local food pantries.”

Myles Purchase, Tyler Moore and Caleb Bacon were all named to the Academic All-Big

‘GRRRR’ 5K, 10K races return Oct. 7

Walk or run in a scenic setting at the iconic Great River Road – Road Race (GRRRR) on Saturday, Oct. 7. After a year away due to construction, the 5K and 10K races return to Pikes Peak State Park, near McGregor.

“We got a lot of good comments last year having it in McGregor; however, the die-hard runners appreciate the route up there. It’s straight, and the rolling hills aren’t too bad. Plus, it’s just the tradition of it,” said GRRRR organizer Duane Boelman. “It’s a beautiful spot, and with the new improvements at the park, it really looks nice.”

GRRRR is a chip-timed event and open to both walkers and runners. The race will start at 8:30 a.m., following a free kids fun run. Overall male and female 5K and 10K winners will be recognized along with top finishers in each age category.

Several years ago, at the suggestion of some participants, organizers added divisions for older runners – now boasting divisions for those ages 60 and up.

All participants will receive a long-sleeve T-shirt, goodie bag, after-race refreshments and complimentary pancake breakfast at the Pikes Peak State Park shelter from 8 to 10:30 a.m. The pancake breakfast is also open to the public, with free will donations appreciated,” Boelman said. Proceeds to support the McGregor-Marquette Chamber of Commerce.

GRRRR returned in 2019 after a 17-year hiatus. With the pandemic and construction in the rearview, Boelman hopes the race – and the tradition that once drew hundreds of runners to the McGregor-Marquette area each fall – can continue uninterrupted.

Register for GRRRR at runsignup.com/Race/IA/McGregor/GRRRRGreatRiverRoadRoadRoadRace.

Paper copies are available at the McGregor-Marquette Chamber office, 146 Main St. in McGregor.

For more information, or to volunteer for the event, email greatriverroadroadrace@gmail.com or call the McGregor-Marquette Chamber at 563-873-2186.

DINING GUIDE DECORAH ISU Cyclones Tommy Hamann and Caleb Bacon pictured in the season-opener. The “Hamann Bacon” photo went viral, catching the attention of the Iowa Pork Producers Association leading to an agreement to promote the pork industry during October Pork Month – a campaign and play on words titled “Purchase, Moore, Hamann, Bacon.” (submitted photo) 12 First Team in 2022. Tommy Hamann was named to the Big 12 Commissioner’s Honor Roll in 2022.

“It’s something unique and it feels good to be able to do something for a good cause,” said Cyclones defensive back Myles Purchase, a junior from Denver, Colo.

“It’s a really crazy way to incorporate all of our names and I think it’s a great way to promote Iowa pork producers too,” said Cyclone tight end Tyler Moore, a redshirt sophomore from Des Moines.

When the picture of Tommy Hamann and Caleb Bacon together on the field went viral on social media, the players had several friends sharing the photo with them.

“I think it’s just hilarious being able to use play-on words on our last names in a super clever way to promote Iowa pork and it’s just an all-around great opportunity to bring us all together,” said Hamann, a redshirt freshman defensive end for the Iowa State Cyclones.

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about his last name for much of his life. “People said I should take advantage of it, and it just came to fruition in that picture.

I think it’s just good for our teammates and I’d like to thank the Iowa pork producers for the opportunity.” Bacon is a sophomore linebacker from Lake Mills, Iowa.

Iowa is the number one state in the nation for pork production and nearly 150,000 Iowans are employed by the pork industry.

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WW Homestead Dairy named Small Business of the Week

Driftless area in historic drought status How about that weather?

We joke about living in this part of the world, “You don’t like the weather? Just wait, it will change.” And change it did.

Winneshiek, Allamakee and Howard Counties officially hit a D4, or exceptional, drought as of Sept. 19, the first time Winneshiek County has been added to the D4 category since at least 2012. This is the highest cate-

gory of drought used in the U.S. Due to the lack of precipitation, a burn ban was in effect across the Driftless area Sept.

8-26, when it was lifted due to increased ground moisture from recent rains.

According to the National Weather Service, from Sept.

20-26 most areas saw anywhere from 1-3 inches of rain. There were even some locations in

central Wisconsin and northeast Iowa that received around 3-4 inches of rain. The highest rainfall totals were found near Neillsville, Wis. (5.99 inches), Ionia, Iowa (5.44 inches); and Waukon (5.18 inches). During this time, typically nine-tenths of an inch of rain falls. This rain resulted in a 1 to 2-category improvement in the drought across the Upper Mississippi River Valley. Currently, there is still a category D3, extreme, drought in Allamakee, Chickasaw, Fayette, Floyd, Howard, Mitchell and Winneshiek counties.

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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee, announced her Small Business of the Week: WW Homestead Dairy of Allamakee County. Throughout this Congress, Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties.

“I’m excited to recognize WW Homestead Dairy for their dedication to bringing all-natural, award-winning, and locally-produced dairy products to Allamakee County and all of northeastern Iowa,” said Ernst.

“As two Iowa farm families spanning three generations, the Weighners and Wallesers have built a successful business that benefits their community and showcases the best of Iowa agriculture.”

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One-man folk wonder “Possessed by Paul James” will open the Volga City Opera House Sunday Concert Series Oct. 8. (submitted photo)

Volga City Opera House Sunday Concert Series

stead Dairy was founded in 2011 by the Weighner and Walleser families who came together to provide their community with natural dairy products.

The dairy farms and creamery produce a variety of farm-fresh foods including non-homogenized milk, over 30 flavors of ice cream, butter, small-batch cottage cheese, block cheese and, of course, their famous cheese curds. All these products and more are featured in their retail store. Visitors can also tour a farm and the creamery to see how their delicious products are made as part of INSURANCE AGENCY, the families’ mission to Inc. bridge & the gap between agriculture and consumers.

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Culinary culture clicks at D&J Expresso in Lansing Taking gas station fare to unheard-of heights

“I quit working at a gourmet restaurant in Ames to work at a gas station,” stated Tony LeCount, head chef of D&J Expresso convenience store and deli in Lansing.

LeCount and his now brother-in-law Quincy Johnson made a joke several years ago while vacationing together in Lansing that one day they would buy Expresso – which had traditional bad, quick food offerings – and make it their own.

“We knew we wouldn’t keep the same food and would offer more homemade options,” LeCount explained. Being the cook for many family get-togethers with fantastic menus made LeCount a shoe-in as head chef.

Expresso is now a truly topnotch restaurant that also sells gas and other convenience items. The journey began when LeCount got a call from Johnson in Feb. 2022 telling him they had bought the gas station, and needed him to lead the kitchen. Initially, LeCount replied with an immediate “no.”

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“I knew right there, that’s how we stand out,” said LeCount.

LeCount had worked under four top chefs during his 16 years as a professional cook at some of the best restaurants in the Ames metro area.

“I was doing all this work to please the customers and bring them these delicious flavors and foods, but I never got a chance to see or meet them and the menu wasn’t mine. So, there was a disconnect in the traditional restaurant,” LeCount explained.

Going to work at a gas station in Ames with a good menu, LeCount learned what it took to make good, quality food for a mass audience… and fast. After a month, he and his wife, Kait-

The Wolfpack Theater Company is currently rehearsing for their fall musical, “Guys and Dolls” performed Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 26-29, on the Waukon Town Theater stage.

The show choice was a consensus, as the legacy and senior Wolfpack kids decided to do the classic musical. They had previously performed three contemporary titles with “Beauty and the Beast,” “Rent” and “Grease” and wanted to push themselves by performing a beloved classic while making it their own, adding updated and more immersive choreography and staging.

This family-friendly performance will be a unique and creative take on the classic, a troupe gift to attendees and “Guys and Dolls” enthusiasts. Tickets will be free will donation. Follow the Wolfpack Theater Company Facebook page for updates and details.

The Wolfpack Theater Company was created when Adam Hooten and his son Ethan saw

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LeCount recalled, “Lansing kept losing restaurant after restaurant, and they needed us.

The Main Channel was my favorite when we’d come to Lansing vacationing; it was just the best. It was their family-style connection and just great, homemade food made with passion for flavor.”

Bringing that flair for the community atmosphere and their unending passion for food and flavor, D&J Expresso remodeled from the floor up – and from the food up with an open kitchen and upgraded cooking equipment – perfect for being able to socialize while the food is being prepared.

“I came up here to slow down, and I was kind of worried moving to a small town. Now, I can see and talk with our customers and see the positive responses as they enjoy our food immediately,” said LeCount. “We all know everyone’s names – I don’t need friends, I know all the locals – and make sure they are welcomed at the door; that’s very important to us. Bringing these new menus, I’m prepping the menu in my head two days ahead and we’re transforming the town’s tastes.”

“Local, fresh, fast and value – we have a lot of it,” LeCount asserted.

After being in business a year and a half, the tight-knit D&J Expresso crew – including LeCount with Johnathan Roach as his sous chef, wife Kaitlin Mulholland on line prep, book-

work and register – bring an unmistakable energy in the business. The regular coffee klatch has expanded drastically – as much for conversation as the food. But having breakfast and lunch offerings that never fail to please is a rock-solid bonus.

According to LeCount, “We have the guys tearing down the power plant from Texas, they come in every day and say, ‘give me the special,’ saying it’s the best food they’ve ever had.

And we have locals come in for the specials – not even asking what’s in them just ‘I trust you.’

Man, that’s an awesome feeling.”

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Running the Expresso’s very popular kitchen is (l-r) sous chef Jonathan Roach, line prep and more Kaitlin Mulholland and Head Chef, Tony LeCount. Having fun while transforming the tastes and cravings of the area is a must, with fresh menu items being dreamed up daily. Look for the Sinclair sign on Main street for a change in culinary culture. (submitted photo)

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Waukon’s Wolfpack Theater Company will present their fall musical “Guys and Dolls” Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 26-29, at the Waukon Town Theater.

The musical will feature updated choreography and staging, a unique spin on a classic title. (submitted photo) a need for something other than sports-related activities for kids in their area. Hooten stated, “Growing up in a small town definitely has its benefits, and one is having strong programming and support for athletics.

Unfortunately, the same mostly cannot be said about the fine arts and especially musical theater.

Opportunity is lacking in this area at a majority of our local area schools. That’s where we stepped in and created the very opportunity that was lacking in my community, the Wolfpack

Theater Company!”

The Wolfpack Theater Company is made up of a group of kids wanting to be a part of something bigger than themselves. An all-inclusive, community-based organization that puts on musical productions and performances, they have been performing for two years. The participants have input on which shows they perform, and the group has already begun preparations for a 2024 summer performance of “Mam-

Annual K9 Fun Night Northeast Iowa Wellness & Recreation Center and Postville Police Department will host K9 Fun Night Saturday, Oct. 7, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the NEIAWRC in Postville.

Postville K9 Officer Xena and her handler Officer Sierra Fox will demonstrate skills in apprehension and drug detection, and participants can meet local law enforcement officers in a positive setting.

Several family-friendly activities will be featured including giant Jenga, giant checkers, inflatable bowling, a bounce house, rethink your drink and

more. Superhero yoga will be led by Terrie Allen at 6 p.m. A food truck will also be on-site.

While visiting, attendees can see the new bike station installed at the NEIWRC through 5-2-1-0 grant funds and learn bike safety information. A resource fair on 5-2-1-0 Health Lifestyles will be available as well to help connect people to healthy and helping resources in the community.

The Northeast Iowa Wellness & Recreation Center is located at 313 W. Post Street in Postville. For more information visit the NEIAWRC Facebook page.

turn it into something delicious, unique and as vibrant and comfortable as D&J Expresso’s atmosphere during service.

LeCount added, “My customers are the light of my life. I love taking the fear out of modern, gourmet food with a twist.”

The passion and energy that has them grinding all their own meats for burgers, whether beef or lamb, and using all the bounty each season provides them, keeps D&J Expresso abuzz and sticking to it day after day.

LeCount said, with the biggest smile, “We do what we want here, and we haven’t looked back.”

For more information on D&J Expresso, visit their Facebook page or stop by the Sinclair station on Main Street in Lansing, open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. our shows to take an end-of -theyear team Wolfpack trip to see a professional show. We went to see ‘Hamilton’ in Des Moines our first year and to ‘Jersey Boys’ at Chanhassen, Minn., the next year. I am heavily involved in local performing arts, speech and music associations in the state, so it is really fun to work with so many youths in the area and watch them grow,” Hooten explained.

Many of the Wolfpack’s cast go on to participate in next-level theater in college, and some have even come back to the area to cameo on stage with the troupe.

Hooten commented, “I focus on building each of the kids’ own leadership skills and teach them the importance of giving back to their communities, participants get to see how cool the performing arts can really be and gain a lifelong appreciation for theater.”

According to the founders, everyone is welcome in the Wolfpack. “I wanted to provide an opportunity to kids that don’t have one and help bridge the gap between athletics and theater.

I say that there is absolutely no reason a student shouldn’t be able to catch a touchdown pass on Friday and perform live on stage on Saturday, and the Wolfpack Theater Company allows them the chance to do just that,” Hooten added.

...with ‘Guys and Dolls’ Oct. 26-29 ma Mia!” “We have had 50 plus 10-23 year old youth actors and actresses involved in our program over these shows and many local charity variety shows. The Wolfpack members come from all local area schools, including Waukon, Postville, Monona, Lansing, Decorah, Prairie Du Chein, University of Northern Iowa and the University of Iowa.

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Marathon The DHM for their first race. I remember my first race, it was relatively flat! For someone to pick our race with ‘the big hill’ is extra special.”

Hess thrives on feedback from the participants, and relies on her Race Committee – all runners of various preferences and abilities – to bring the ideas together to ensure the participants have the best experience possible.

Hess admitted waiting for someone else to do something to start the half marathon wasn’t an option. “I was growing impatient. When God puts something on your heart, do it, just go for it, don’t wait for someone else.

You’ll have nay-sayers, but

continued from front you don’t have to do it alone.

We started this with a group of women – wives, mothers, farmers, very busy people – with a shared passion. I’m happy to say we’ve been able to impact the community in a big way. The DHM is supported by very faithful sponsors. Our event isn’t possible without their donations.

The DHM gives back to the organizations that do so much for their community, and have made Lansing the benchmark for other small towns for their participants while putting their passion and Driftless scenic vistas on the line. For more information on the DHM, visit www. thedriftlesshalfmarathon.com, or visit their Facebook page.

6 Driftless Journal Tuesday, October 3, 2023

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The Alliant Energy Lansing coal-fired generation station, closed as of Dec. 2022, saw the stack and baghouse imploded early Friday, Sept. 29, as part of the multi-phase decommissioning process. The end of an era came crashing down in the midst of the Lansing Fire Department, Lansing Police Department, Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office, and Coast Guard’s assistance with Independence Excavating’s implosion of the river landmark, a staple in the area since 1948. Earlier this year, pre-demolition crews worked to remove the selective catalytic reduction system and other equipment, coal inventory, and materials from the station and coal yard prior to demolition. Yet to come will be the implosion of the boiler house of the plant, with date for that yet to be determined. The demolition process will include removal of debris following each demolition, and final site restoration. Future plans for the site have not been finalized, but debris will be recycled or reused as is possible. Alliant will monitor and maintain the pond and landfill on the site for environmental impacts for at least the next 30 years following full closure of the site.

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Other new experiences include a look-out tower inside the corn maze, a sunflower field, a “colored pumpkin varieties” pumpkin patch, pick-your-own fall flowers and an incredible photo opportunity at the new barn made of pumpkins.

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Milestones

Anniversary open house for Christophers

Card shower for Nordheim 70th

Ed and Sharon Christopher will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with an open house October 8, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church Hall near Bluffton. No gifts, your presence is gift enough.

Ed and Sharon were married Oct. 12, 1963, at St. Agnes Catholic Church.

Kermit and Marilyn Nordheim are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary.

Cards of congratulation may be sent to Kermit & Marilyn at 1211 Locust Road, Decorah, IA, 52101.

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Linda and Linus were married on Oct.6, 1973 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Ionia.

The couple has three children, Brian (Jenny) Voves of Libertyville, IL, Renee Voves of Chicago, IL, and David (Renee) Voves of Waverly, and four grandchildren.

To help celebrate this milestone, please join their children in sending them well wishes at 300 E Prairie St. Ionia, IA, 50645.

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8 Driftless Journal Tuesday, October 3, 2023 JOIN OUR TEAM TO RECEIVE A $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Captive-Aire, the nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, is currently accepting applications for the following Full-Time positions for 1st and 2nd shifts:

General Assembly HVAC Technician Route Truck Driver

Captive-Aire offers competitive wages as well as the following benefits: • $2,000 Sign-On Bonus • 401k with employer match • Medical/Dental/Vision • Disability and Life with the election of Medical • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Paid holidays in addition to paid vacation (based upon tenure)

• Monthly Bonus • Perfect Attendance Award Program • Uniform Shirt Allotment • Safety-Toe Footwear Annual Allowance • Gym Membership

Visit our website for more information or to apply online at www.captiveaire.com, OR fill out at our facility located at: 101 N. Industrial Parkway, West Union, IA 52175

EASTERN ALLAMAKEE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS crowned Andrew Kolsrud and Mallory Mohn 2023 Homecoming King and Queen during a pep rally Sunday, Sept. 24.

The royalty reigned over the week’s homecoming activities culminating in the football game against West Central Friday night. (submitted photo)

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Satisfactory background check and negative drug screen required upon hire.

Captive-Aire is an Equal Opportunity Employer Rupp Air is a division of Captive-Aire

MFL MARMAC COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Homecoming Queen and King, Clare Grau and Bryce Radloff, were crowned Friday, Sept. 22.

The Bulldogs lost Sumner-Fredericksburg 13-9 in the homecoming football game. (photo courtesy Jonah Wille Productions)

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The Decorah Parks and Recreation Department invites area families to attend the 7th annual Touch-A-Truck event.

The free open house event will be held Saturday, Oct. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the parking lot behind the Decorah Fire Department.

Kids will have the opportunity to explore their favorite vehicles including police, fire, emergency vehicles, farm equipment, construction equipment and city maintenance vehicles.

This event is hosted with the Decorah Fire Department in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week, and includes a free hot dog lunch. Volunteers are provided by the Decorah Rotary Club.

Keystone Area Education Agency Board of Directors elections this November

Elections for five members of the Board of Directors of the Keystone Area Education Agency will be conducted in November.

The elections are conducted in accordance with Section 273 of the Code of Iowa. Nominations may be submitted by filing a Statement of Candidacy form with the board secretary of the Keystone AEA on or before Oct. 15, 2023. If no candidate files by the deadline, a convention will be scheduled with prior notice given, and persons may file for candidacy or be nominated at the convention.

These positions are for fouryear terms that will expire in December 2027. Statement of Candidacy forms may be obtained by contacting Keystone AEA Board Secretary Julie Tschirgi at 563-245-1480.

Please refer to our website to submit applications electronically: www.trimarkcorp.com

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District breakdown Current directors are Michael Haluska of Decorah in Director District 2; Sue Updegraff of West Union in Director District 4; Kelly Jared of Manchester in Director District 5; Jean McDonald of Dubuque in Director District 8; and George Holland of Dubuque in Director District 9.

Director District 2 includes the Central, Postville, South Winneshiek Community School Districts and a portion of the Decorah Community School District: all precincts and wards in the City of Decorah, the Decorah township in Supervisor District 4 and the townships of Bloomfield, Canoe, Frankville, Glenwood, Hesper, Highland, Military, Pleasant and Springfield in Winneshiek County.

Director District 4 includes the North Fayette Valley, Oelwein, Starmont and West Central Community School Districts.

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AUCTION CALENDAR SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 - 9 a.m.

Farm machinery and household. Gary & Diana Gunderson. Postville, IA. Monroe Auction Service, 563-8647346. www.smedrealty.com/monroe-auctions. Like us on Facebook.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14 - 9:30 a.m. Charlie McClintok estate. Real Estate, household, and shop. 402 Center St, Elgin, IA. Monroe Auction Service, 563-864-7346. www.smedrealty.com/ monroe-auctions. Like us on Facebook.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 - 8:30 a.m. Machinery Consignment. Sale Held At Sweeney Auction Center, Waukon, IA. Sweeney Auction Service. www.sweeneyauctionservice.com Waukon. 563-568-2464.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25 Guns & Sporting Goods. Sale held at Sweeney Auction Center Waukon, IA. Sweeney Auction Service. www.sweeneyauctionservice.com Waukon. 563568-2464.

ing care-at-home services and home-based care to better manage the baby boomer bubble for at least the next five years. They are also looking to reengineer leadership constructs and build teams to support their expanded regional facilities.

In action, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve WinnMed engaging in a 5.96 percent bank loan to bridge the need to pay for upcoming construction and the availability of the $35 million in USDA loans, paid at the completion of the project. It was estimated that the bridge loan would be for between 24-30 months, but unlike a Bond Anticipation Note (BAN) at a lower percentage interest, would not accrue interest until funds were paid out. The trustees agreed the BAN carried more risk than the traditional bank loan due to the uncontrollable length of construction, should the project hit a snag.

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Maintenance Assistant / Feed Mill Assistant

Hillandale Farms LLC outside of West Union, IA Our local team is seeking a self-motivated individual for a full-time first shift Maintenance Assistant/Feed Mill Assistant.

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• Provide maintenance support in a timely, efficient manner • Responsible for basic troubleshooting, identifying issues and repair accordingly • Understand and perform routine maintenance on all processing machinery • Assisting in running the mill (grinding feed, ordering ingredients, unloading deliveries, etc.)

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Must be at least 18 years old High school diploma or GED required General electrical/mechanical skills Ability to troubleshoot Able to follow instructions and perform tasks as directed • Ability to work independently • Ability to lift up to 60lbs. and be on feet for long periods of time.

We offer a good benefit package after 60 days of employment including health insurance, dental, vision, and 401K. Salary is negotiable.

To apply, send your cover letter, resume, and three references to Hillandale Farms at P.O. Box 455 West Union, IA 52175 or email abond@hillandalefarms.com.

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Luther College seeks applications for a full-time Heating Plant Boiler OF THANKS Operator/Maintenance Mechanic. The Boiler Operator will operate the WANTED College heating plant in such a manner as to provide constant uninterrupted TO BUY supply of steam to the Luther campus. You will also learn how to monitor the campus building automation system to identify operational issues, work cooperatively throughout campus solving buildingENTERTAINMENT system HVAC issues, and monitor the Aquatic Center for proper water treatment. Training will be provided to interested individuals.

RECREATIONAL High School Diploma is required along with mechanical or electrical VEHICLES background. Must obtain or be willing to obtain Boiler Operator 1 and Boiler Operator 2 certificates, Certified Pool Operators certificate, and State of Iowa Private School or College Routine BUSINESS Maintenance Specialty License and a valid driver’s license.

OPPORTUNITY Luther College offers an excellent benefit package including competitive health insurance premiums, generous retirement contribution, short- and PERSONALS long-term disability, life insurance, and tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependents. Additionally, Luther College offers an outstanding PTO program. New full-time employees can earn MISCELLANEOUS up to 30 days of PTO per year, in addition to time off for holidays which includes a full week of holiday pay between Christmas and New Years’ Day. Luther College seeks to build a culturally diverse community of ANNOUNCEMENTS faculty, staff, and students. Luther College is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and persons of diverse ethnic backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. LOST We value AND the input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives to create anFOUND academic community rich with cultural, social, and intellectual diversity.

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Boiler Operator/ CARDS OF THANKS Maintenance Mechanic

Do you enjoy working with your hands?

Luther College seeks applications for a full-time Heating Plant Boiler Operator/Maintenance Mechanic. The Boiler Operator will operate the College heating plant in such a manner as to provide constant uninterrupted ENTERTAINMENT supply of steam to the Luther campus. You will also learn how monitor Join an exciting, fast-paced team showcasing quality workmanship and setting thetobar for excellence the campus building automation system to identify operational issues, work campus system HVAC in projects across the Unitedcooperatively States, and throughout beyond. Be a partsolving of thisbuilding dynamic team, call issues, today. and monitor the Aquatic Center for proper water treatment. Training will be provided to interested individuals.

High School Diploma is required along with mechanicalBUSINESS or electrical background. Must obtain or be willing to Boiler Operator 1 and Inobtain Business 130 years OPPORTUNITY Boiler Operator 2 certificates, Certified Pool Operators certificate, and ~ 2023 State of Iowa Private School or College Routine1893 Maintenance Specialty License and a valid driver’s license.

Luther College offers an excellent benefit package including competitive health insurance premiums, generous retirement contribution, short- and MISCELLANEOUS long-term disability, life insurance, and tuition benefits for employee, spouse and dependents. Additionally, Luther College offers an outstanding PTO program. New full-time employees can earn up to 30 days of PTO • Competitive Wagesper year, in addition to time off for holidays which includes a full week of holiday pay between Christmas and New Years’ Day. • 9 Paid holidays Luther College seeks to build a culturally diverse community of LOST AND a Premier andAction/ Casework faculty, staff, and students. Luther College isMillwork an Affirmative FOUND • Health & Dental Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and persons of diverse ethnic Manufacturing Company backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply. We value the inputisofhiring!

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At the Sept. 6 WinnMed cility between two and seven Board of Trustees meeting, both percent annually. From prelimithe Decorah regional health nary numbers shared, WinnMed system and Mayo Clinic Health cleared over $4 million in their Systems reviewed CARDStheir respec- bottom line for the 2022-23 tive goalsOF andTHANKS benchmarks for fiscal year in normal operating revenues. July, however, was the upcoming years.

Short and long-term goals for anticipated to show a $330,000 the WinnMed campus in Dec- loss for the month, with Ben orah is continued growth of ser- Stevens, CFO, noting the first ENTERTAINMENT vices offered as well as market- few months of the new fiscal ing area. The hospital is looking year may be a bit rough.

WinnMed goals match well to recruit several key positions to flesh out added services in with Mayo Clinic Health SysBUSINESSmatching tem initiatives to standardize several departments, the Transforming Tomorrow primary care and compensaOPPORTUNITY renovation and expansion of tions across all its physicians areas including obstetrics, pain in the Mayo network of facilimanagement services, outpa- ties, and focus on unparalleled, tient andMISCELLANEOUS operating services, sustainable, community care clinical pharmacist, while pro- through all of its satellite lomoting a culture of safety and cations, clinics and managed facilities. They are exploring employee engagement.

The hospital is also looking Artificial Intelligence advanceLOST to establish its ownAND construction ments to make decisions with FOUND team to manage the continuous all the data under one roof at needs of the facility and are ex- Mayo, while seeking to provide ploring hiring a revenue cycle more surgical and other serconsultant, which is hoped to vices at their regional hubs as improve FOR revenues for the fa- they move to accelerate providSALE

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Apply in Person at: 402 E. Main St. Calmar, IA Or Call (563) 562-3261

Payroll Specialist

NICC is a dynamic and growing organization dedicated to affordable, high-quality education and training to ensure the growth and vitality of northeast Iowa. We are seeking a detailoriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our finance team and contribute to the success of our organization. If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for payroll administration, we would love to hear from you. Great benefits from vacation and illness leave, to medical and dental insurance, as well as retirement investment 14 paid holidays and employee wellness programs are included with this full time position!

Please access https://nicc.peopleadmin.com to complete the application online. For more information about NICC and this and other position openings visit the NICC website at www.nicc.edu or Human Resources Office, 844-642-2338, ext. 1402 or email simj@nicc.edu.

NICC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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com/4swyvw33, and has raised more than half the $100,000 goal, with over 853 individuals donating. Page creator Matt Kissick noted of Menno, “This is a wonderful horseman and family man.”

First State Bank, located at 1030 N. Broadway Ave., Spring Valley, has set up a bank account for the Miller family, accepting donations to be accessible to them for unplanned expenses during this ordeal.

With over 1,000 people reported to be paying their respects on the Miller farm, donations of food and supplies were delivered by multiple community businesses and organizations as the family held the wake and funeral the next day, for two of their children late last week.

The Facebook page “Fillmore County Road One Community” has been spotlighting accidents and safety concerns on the road since 2018.

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Due to a recent retirement, the Decorah Police Department and Decorah Civil Service Commission are seeking service-oriented individuals to serve the City of Decorah as a

Maintenance Mechanic/ Plumber

Luther College is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic/Plum POLICE OFFICER who will perform all types of building maintenance and repair tha

generated from the facilities Applicants will be required to services pass awork order system. This posi performs building maintenance and test, repair that is generated from physical agility test, Civil Service written facilities services work order system.

A majority of the work will be rel written POST exam, psychological screening, to plumbing,drug heatingtest, and airmedical conditioning systems. Training will be prov pre-employment exam, to interested individuals. interview, and background investigation. Current I.L.E.A. CertiHigh School Diploma and four years of formal working experienc fied Officers may waive physical agility and POST exam. installation and repair in the following areas: plumbing, heating, steam, air conditioning is required.

A valid licensefor and • Current ILEA Certified Officers maydriver’s be eligible a computer s to access web-based work order system, building automation system $10,000 bonus. e-mail are alsoscale required.

• New higher pay as of July 2023.

Luther College offers an excellent benefit package including competi • Living requirements are now a 30-minute response time. health insurance premiums, generous retirement contribution, short• Every other weekend off. long-term disability, insurance, and tuition benefits for emplo • 1 week vacation after 6life months. spouse and dependents. Additionally, Luther College offers an outstand • Shift differential for working the night shift.

PTO program. New full-time employees can earn up to 30 days of P Applications and requirements are available at: a full wee per year, in addition to time off for holidays which includes holiday pay between Christmas and New Years’ Day. https://www.decorahia.org/departments/police-department Luther College seeks to build a culturally diverse community Applications must be submitted no later than October 20, 2023 faculty, staff, and students. Luther College is an Affirmative Act by 5:00 pm.

TheOpportunity physical agility, Decorah Test, and et Equal Employer.

Women Civil and Service persons of diverse Police Officer Selection Test (POST) will beto administered backgrounds are especially encouraged apply. We valueto theall inpu qualified applicants on November 4, 2023.

Decorah Police Demultiple viewpoints and perspectives to create an academic commu partment is an equal employer. rich with cultural, social, opportunity and intellectual diversity.

Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths or Direct questions to Assistant Chief Scott Herrmann at experiences that will contribute to this goal. To view sherrmann@decorah.iowa.gov the complete job description and apply for this position and all current openings, please go to the employment website at www.luther.edu/offices/hr/careers -code39-4-PJ-12

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lision by the Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office is continuing with help from the Mower County Sheriff’s Office and the Minnesota State Patrol. No arrests have been made. The Spring Valley Fire Department, Spring Valley Ambulance, Chatfield Ambulance and Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service also assisted at the site.

Rose was expected to return home after recovering from her injuries last week, however Alan was reportedly in the intensive care unit as of press time.

The community support for the Menno and Sarah Miller family has been significant and immediate. Menno and his family were well-known and he is deeply respected as a horse trainer and greenhouse operator, but more importantly, widely-known as friend to the larger Spring Valley community.

A GoFundMe page has been created for the family to help with expenses, at https://tinyurl.

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Maintenance Mechanic/ Plumber

Luther College is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic/Plumber who will perform all types of building maintenance and repair that is generated from the facilities services work order system. This position performs building maintenance and repair that is generated from the facilities services work order system. A majority of the work will be related to plumbing, heating and air conditioning systems. Training will be provided to interested individuals.

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Echoes of the Past By Roz Weis

Interstate MARKET REPORT Power to develop forest reserve DECORAH SALES COMMISSION Monday, Sept. 25, 2023

High Choice Beef Steers & Heifers .....................186-188 Choice Beef Steers & Heifers ........................182-186 Select & Choice Beef Steers & Heifers .....................175-182 High Choice Holstein Steers & Heifers ................ 168-175.50 Choice Holstein Steers & Heifers .....................162-168 Select & Choice Holstein Steers & Heifers ...........153-162 Thinner Shelly Cows ........ 85-110 High Yielding Market Cows ................110-124 Market Bulls ................up to 120

TOP CONSIGNMENTS BEEF FATS Mark Mracek, Decorah Randy & Greg Lukes, Ft. Atkinson Dan & Randy Schnitzler, Decorah HOLSTEIN FATS Harold & Trevor Hageman, Ossian Richard Henderson, Ossian Windsor Valley Dairy, Hawkeye TOP COW Nelson Family Farms, Mabel TOP BULL Steve & Mary Lunning, LeRoy Slaughter Sale Every Monday at 9 am along with Regular Sale at Noon

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Choice Beef steers and heifers sold steady-to$2 lower. Choice Holstein steers sold steady-to$1 higher and market cows and bulls sold active.

High Choice Beef Steers & Heifers .186-190.50 Choice Beef Steers & Heifers ...............181-186 Select & Choice Beef Steers & Heifers .. 170-181 High Choice & Calf Fed Holstein Steers............................170-175.50 Choice Holstein Steers .........................166-170 Select & Choice Holstein Steers...........157-166 Market Cows...........................................69-108 High Dressing Market Cows .................108-127 Market Bulls .......................................... 111-130

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FATS Larry Luhmann, Zumbrota, MN Chris Link, Elk Mound, WI Dean Moretz, Northwood, IA HOLSTEIN STEERS Tim Carpenter, Houston, MN D&R Johnson, LeRoy, MN Dan Erikson, Alden, MN TOP COW John Kiehne, Lanesboro, MN TOP BULL Lester Schafer, Buffalo Lake, MN

FRIDAY REGULAR LIVESTOCK AUCTION, SEPT. 22, 2023 Choice Holstein Springin Heifers ........ up to 1825 Open Holstein Heifers .......................... up to 175 Beef Cows .......................................... up to 2050 Good Take Home Holstein Veal Calves ........................ up to 635 Colored Veal Calves ............................. up to 690 70-90 Lb. Feeder Lambs ...................... up to 175 110-140 Lb. Feeder Lambs .................. up to 173 Market Ewes & Bucks............................. up to 60 Market & Dairy Goats ........................... up to 200 Feeder Cattle: 300-500 Beef Steers.............................180-325 500-700 Beef Steers.............................182-285 700-900 Beef Steers.............................170-245 300-500 Beef Heifers............................140-330 500-700 Beef Heifers............................135-250 700-900 Beef Heifers............................160-240 200-400 Holstein Steers .......................205-220 400-600 Holstein Steers .......................194-250 600-1000 Holstein Steers ................175-207.50 Market Cows...........................................40-100 High Yielding Cows...............................100-124 Market Bulls .......................................... 110-127

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ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO: The Interstate Power Company is setting a fine example, hoping to turn 450 acres of the company’s land into a forest reserve. The land lies along the Upper Iowa River near the power dams in the area. It will be heartening to see such a substantial area devoted to preserving and increasing trees, while so many thousands of acres are being stripped every year. Nature lovers are applauding this move. …Another shipment of fish from Lansing has arrived according to B.E. Bucknell. The game warden said he is planting the fish in the streams of Winneshiek County this week. …Will Burns is the new manager of the Sinclair Oil & Refining company (the old O’Neil Oil Station). …Bert Daniels’ Ridgeway Hotel has been traded to A.C. Ingvalson of Decorah in exchange for his house at the west entrance to Ice Cave Road. …The production of “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” is coming to the Decorah Grand Opera House for a specatular performance.

Carloads of scenery and stage effects are expected. Secure your seats now! …It has been noted that any young women who bobbed their hair cannot be employed in the schools of Lincoln, Nebraska. School board members there were unanimous in the opinion that bobbed hair is most undignified on a mature woman who has undertaken serious professional work, such as teaching. They are also considering a halt on the wearing

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Helen Pinter (a member of the local historical society board) brought this photo in for help with identifications. It was found among items owned by her mother-in-law, but wasn’t labeled.

She thought with that many children – perhaps an “Echoes of the Past” reader might know who these people are. It might be from either Doubek or Puffer families. (Submitted photo) of silk stockings by the women teachers. Debate continues across the country. …Sheriff Christen was called out to a farm just off the Locust Road last week, as the renter of the farm had found two large kegs of mash in his corn field. How it got there, nobody knows. The officers dumped the stuff out, and the party who planted the mash will be a little thirsty when he looks into his kegs. …Locals are enjoying the popular Sunday excursions out of Decorah on the rails of the C.M. and St. Paul Company over to Marquette and Lansing. For a round trip ticket (at only $2.10 per ticket) the folks enjoy a train ride to Marquette, and then a 60-mile river trip on the steamer “Washington.”

A Kentucky jazz orchestra furnishes music, and there are plenty of eats along the way.

1933

NINETY YEARS AGO: Enrollment records are being broken in Decorah this fall. Decorah Public Schools boasts 467 pupils in the high school alone. …A fancy plane which can

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carry 14 passengers will be on display here in Decorah this month. A Ford tri-motored plane will land at the Bollman Farm and remain here for three days. McCall Garage is the sponsor of the plane’s appearance. The big plane cost upwards of $56,000, and includes a lavatory, electronic lights, a dressing room, running water and heat! …More than 150 friends of John Hjelle gathered at his farm at Siewer’s Springs last week and pleasantly surprised him on his 80th birthday. Dinner and supper were served, and a delightful afternoon was enjoyed by all. …Clark Headington won first place in the mule race at the Winneshiek County Fair last week. …The price of hogs in Winneshiek County has hit $5.20 as more than 350 hogs were shipped out last Saturday. This is the highest point reached in many months. …Admission to the upcoming Winneshiek County Fair is only 25 cents this fall. A big wrestling and boxing show is among the featured events this year. …Dvorak Music Festival plans are in full swing over at Spillville. The event is Sept.

17, 1933. A 50-member symphony orchestra form St. Paul, Minn., has been secured at heavy expense to the planners. …The local Girl Scouts just held a very successful pet show. The event was conducted on the spacious, beautiful lawn at the home of Mr. and Mrs. H.B. Montgomery. …Edw. Rausch from Fort Atkinson has opened a new café. It is exceptionally attractive and a credit to the town.

Chuck Neuzil created some of the attractive decorations at the café.

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Allamakee County 4-H member Brinnly Rea participated in the Horticulture Challenge: Home Judged Garden this summer.

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The theme of this year’s National 4-H Week is “I <3 4-H.” The positive environment provided by 4-H mentors ensures youth in every county and parish in the country – from urban neighborhoods to suburban schoolyards to rural farming communities – are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles and are empowered with the skills to lead in life and their future careers.

Allamakee County 4-H youth and volunteers will be celebrating 4-H Week through various events and challenges including a coloring contest, a 4-H clover Treasure Hunt and wearing their 4-H apparel to name a few. Allamakee County Council youth will visit all fourth grade classrooms throughout the week and will also be live on KNEI radio Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.

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Winneshiek Wildberry Winery a favorite at State Fair Vintners and winemakers from across the state put their best bottles to the test in the Iowa Wine Competition, judged prior to the start of the 2023 Iowa State Fair, where 131 wines from 20 wineries were entered in the competition and 87 winning State Fair awards.

Among the winners is local favorite Winneshiek Wildberry

Winery which came away with several awards: WWW’s Blackberry Blossom, gold award BOS Specialty/Other; Ole Made Lena Blush, gold award, BOS Sweet Red; Blueberry Thrill, silver award; Plum Wild, silver award; and Horny Heifer, bronze award.

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Hunter’s education courses The Allamakee County Conservation Board is hosting an Iowa Hunters Education Course Oct. 12 and Oct. 14 at the Allamakee County Sportsman’s Club located at 450 Highway 9 near Waukon.

The Thursday, Oct. 12, the course will be from 6 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 14, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendance both days is required to obtain certification.

EICC Board of Trustees names Wee as Anyone born after Jan. 1, The class is limited to the first Interim Chancellor

1972, who is 12 years of age or older is required to take an approved hunters education course before obtaining an Iowan hunting license. The course includes firearm safety, basic preparation for hunting, wildlife identification and live fire.

All firearms and ammunition will be provided.

To participate, preregister at https://tinyurl.com/yc6u8y2e.

35 participants. Participants should bring a sack lunch on Saturday, Oct. 14, and something to drink each day of the event as the water at the Allamakee Sportsman Club is not potable.

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to 2022 and Provost from 2007 to 2011. This is a two-year commitment for Dr. Wee until they get a new President hired.

The selection process for the Interim Chancellor position has been in progress since early August, initiated in response to the resignation of former Chancellor Sonya Williams.

“With an extensive background in community college

leadership and steadfast commitment to excellence, Dr. Wee is ready to lead EICC,” said EICC Board of Trustees President Bob Gallagher.

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29th place. The sophomore had a time of 23:25.0. Eli Higgins also competed in the varsity race, finishing 31st in 24:39.4.

Class 4A District 2 Decorah Epworth (WD) Marion Mason City Waterloo East

Trojan harriers Sprinting to the finish line in 22:08.1 was Bode Balk to claim 23rd in the varsity boys’ 5K race.

Avery Franzen was the only other Trojan boy on the course, finishing 33rd in 26:05.2.

Bella Stika was the top finisher of the two Trojan girls, finishing ninth in 22:10.4. Hazel Nieman toured the course in 24:57.8, good for 27th.

The SW quartet of Annie Hageman, Josie Tieskoetter, Maddy Jansen and Ava Franzeh (l-r) were part of the lead pack Saturday, along with Turkey Valley’s Bella Stika (second from right). (Photo courtesy of Marie Conway) Varsity girls’ team results 1. South Winn 44; 2. SumnerFredericksburg 46; 3. Crestwood 55; 4. New Hampton 82 Varsity boys’ team results 1. Sumner-Fred 41; 2. Crestwood 44; 3. South Winn 79; 4. Postville 89; 5. New Hampton 117

The South Winn and Turkey Valley cross country teams stretched their legs Saturday in a competition at Crestwood, with the Lady Warriors winning the title and the SW boys finishing third. The Trojans do not have enough competitors to score a squad in either the boys’ or girls’ divisions.

Lady Warriors The South Winn girls, ranked fifth in Class 1A, finished first with 44 points, edging Class 2A No. 11 Sumner-Fredericksburg by two points.

The Warriors had four finish in the top 10, with a trio finishing together. Leading the squad to the line was Josie Tieskoetter with a time of 21:54.0, to finish sixth. On her heels were Annie

Week 6 cross country rankings Boys’ team rankings Class 4A – 1. Cedar Falls; 2. West Des Moines Dowling; 3. Waukee Northwest; 4. Cedar Rapids Kennedy; 5.

Pleasant Valley; 6. Ankeny; 7. Johnston; 8. Dallas Center-Grimes; 9. West Des Moines Valley; 10. Norwalk; 11.

Dubuque Hempstead; 12. Urbandale; 13. Iowa City Liberty; 14. Iowa City City High; 15. Waukee; 16. Bettendorf; 17.

Iowa City West; 18. Dubuque Senior; 19. Ankeny Centennial; 20. Linn-Mar Class 3A – 1. Gilbert; 2. Pella; 3.

Lewis Central; 4. Mount Vernon-Lisbon; 5. Carlisle; 6. Glenwood; 7. Washington; 8. Winterset; 9. Solon; 10. Clear CreekAmana; 11. ADM; 12. Central-DeWitt; 13. MOC-Floyd Valley; 14. Center Point-Urbana; 15. South Tama; 16. Fort Madison; 17. Marion; 18. Nevada; 19.

North Polk; 20. Spencer Class 2A – 1. Des Moines Christian; 2. Waukon; 3. Mid-Prairie; 4. Chariton; 5. Spirit Lake; 6. Vinton-Shellsburg; 7. Unity Christian; 8. East Sac Co.; 9.

Denver; 10. Forest City; 11. Mediapolis; 12. Clarinda; 13. Okoboji; 14. Tipton; 15. Williamsburg; 16. Oelwein; 17. Pella Christian; 18. Garner-Hayfield-Ventura; 19. Jesup; 20. Sheldon Class 1A – 1. ACGC; 2. Woodbine; 3. Lake Mills; 4. Earlham; 5. Grundy Center; 6. Bellevue; 7. Iowa City Regina; 8. Pekin; 9. Ogden; 10. St. Edmond; 11. Madrid; 12. St. Albert; 13. Martensdale-St. Mary’s; 14. SibleyOcheyedan; 15. Beckman; 16. IKMManning; 17. Danville; 18. North Butler; 19. Tri-Center; 20. Grandview Christian Girls’ team rankings Class 4A – 1. Johnston; 2. Dubuque Senior; 3. Dubuque Hempstead; 4.

Pleasant Valley; 5. Dallas CenterGrimes; 6. Ankeny Centennial; 7.

Ankeny; 8. Waukee; 9. Iowa City City High; 10. West Des Moines Valley; 11.

Cedar Falls; 12. Ames; 13. Indianola; 14. Waukee Northwest; 15. West Des Moines Dowling; 16. Cedar Rapids Prairie; 17. Iowa City West; 18.

Southeast Polk; 19. Iowa City Liberty; 20. Linn-Mar Class 3A – 1. Pella; 2. Gilbert; 3.

Mount Vernon-Lisbon; 4. Ballard; 5.

ADM; 6. Solon; 7. Clear Lake; 8. Harlan; 9. Clear Creek-Amana; 10. Glenwood; 11. Sioux Center; 12. MOC-Floyd Valley; 13. Marion; 14. Lewis Central; 15.

Bishop Heelan; 16. Fort Madison; 17.

Waverly-Shell Rock; 18. Center PointUrbana; 19. Decorah; 20. Washington Class 2A – 1. Mid-Prairie; 2.

Monticello; 3. Van Meter; 4. Albia; 5.

Tipton; 6. Denver; 7. Unity Christian; 8.

Hudson; 9. Forest City; 10. Des Moines Christian; 11. Sumner-Fredericksburg; 12. Okoboji; 13. Union; 14. Cherokee; 15. Sioux Central; 16. Clarinda; 17.

Prairie City; 18. Williamsburg; 19.

Jesup; 20. Roland Story Class 1A – 1. Beckman; 2. Madrid; 3. St. Edmond; 4. North Linn; 5. South Winneshiek; 6. Hinton; 7. ACGC; 8.

Iowa City Regina; 9. Grundy Center; 10.

Martensdale-St. Mary’s; 11. Earlham; 12. AHSTW; 13. Panorama; 14. Grand View Christian; 15. Alta-Aurelia; 16.

Central Decatur; 17. Pekin; 18. LoganMagnolia; 19. Collins-Maxwell; 20.

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Hageman and Ava Franzen, both stopping the clock at 22:04.1, good for seventh and eighth places. Maddy Jansen rounded out the top 10 in 22:12.0, with Lauren Ondrashek filling out the scoring in 20th in 24:16.5.

Others competing in the varsity race were Izzy Kuboushek (21st, 24:19.2) and Aubrey Willey (31st, 26:24.0).

SW boys The boys earned third with 79 points behind Sumner-Fredericksburg and Crestwood. The overall champion was Nathan Ahern of Crestwood in 18:20.3.

South Winn’s Abe Conway grabbed silver as the only other harrier to finish under the 19:00 mark. The Warrior senior posted a time of 18:56.3.

Brad Dahl was also in the top 10, crossing the line in 19:38.8, good for fourth place. Coming in 24th was Brennan Franzen in 22:36.1. With a time of 22:58.7, Diego Flores grabbed 26th place and Henry Willey was the final scorer for the Warriors in

Final race Both South Winn and Turkey Valley have one regular season meet remaining which will be hosted by the Warriors at the South Winn Golf and Country Club near Calmar Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 5 p.m. South Winn will also host the Upper Iowa Conference meet Thursday, Oct. 12, at the Silver Springs Golf and Country Club in Ossian at 4 p.m.

In 26:05.2, Turkey Valley’s Avery Franzen took 33rd Saturday at Crestwood. (Photo courtesy of Marie Conway)

Girls finish runner-up at Epworth

Varsity girls’ team scores 1. Monticello 65; 2. Decorah 70; 3. Cedar Rapids Kennedy 98; 4.

Epworth 99; 5. Dubuque Wahlert 108; 6. Beckman Catholic 123; 7.

Waukon 150; 8. Camanche 209; 9.

Central DeWitt 223 Varsity boys’ team scores 1. Cedar Rapids Kennedy 17; 2.

Central DeWitt 74; 3. Decorah 89; 4. Waterloo West 111; 5. Epworth 167; 6. Beckman Catholic 201; 7. Springville 228; 8. Monticello 237; 9. Dubuque Wahlert 259; 10.

Maquoketa 293; 11. CalamusWheatland 294; 12. Cascade 309; 13. Independence 330; 14. Prince of Peace 353; 15. Easton Valley 407; 16. Bellevue Marquette 412

The Decorah cross country teams took the course in Epworth Thursday, competing at the Western Dubuque Invite.

The girls were shy of the title while the boys finish third overall.

Girls The Class 3A No. 19 Decorah’s girls varsity team put together an average time of 21:37,

Henry Weis stopped the clock at 18:17.6, good for 22nd at Epworth Thursday.

(Photo courtesy of Jeremy Troendle/Waukon Standard)

with a spread of 2:43.8, to place second with 70 points. Class 2A No. 2 Monticello won the meet with 65 points and an average time of 21:50.

Class 3A No. 15 Amelia Roe was the overall winner in 19:54.4, averaging 6:24 per mile. Roe was the only girl to go under 20:00. Brinlee Courtney came through taking ninth in the team scoring in 21:32.8 with an average mile of 6:55.7.

Finishing 16th for the team score in 21:48.7 was freshman Olivia Volkmann with Danielle Losen crossing the finish line in 22:08.6, good for 19th in the team score. Deborah Hougen toured the course in 22:38.1, to take 25th in the team scoring and round of the Vikes’ scorecard.

Not far behind was Amelia Wadsworth in 27th with a time of 22:41.8.

Additional harriers racing for Decorah in the varsity race were Lily Sandhorst (31st, 22:56.1), Grace Brynsaas (35th, 23:01.9), Ana Simon (41st, 23:23.2) and Brynn Storhoff (45th, 23:41.3).

Boys With two harriers in the top 15, the Viking boys claimed third with 89 points. Class 4A No. 4 Cedar Rapids Kennedy was near-perfect with 17 followed by Class 3A No. 12 Central DeWitt with 74. Decorah had an average time of 18:03, with a spread of 1:00.

Grant Zilka was the first Viking to cross the finish line in 18:22.1, averaging a mile of 5:351, good for seventh. Sophomore Garrett See posted an average mile of 5:45.5, with a total time of 17:54.6, good for 13th. The next three Vikings finished together in 22nd, 23rd and 24th. Henry Weis’ time of 18:17.6 was the first of the trio to stop the clock, followed by Landyn Hook in 18:18.1 and Thomas Hammel in 18:22.1 to complete Decorah’s scoring.

Also racing in on the course for the varsity was Oliver Bollinger (33rd, 18:41.4).

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Last week Decorah 35, Waverly-Shell Rock 20 Marion 7, Epworth (WD)35 Mason City 50, Waterloo East 25 This week Decorah vs. Marion Mason City Vs. Waverly-Shell Rock Epworth (WD) vs. Waterloo East Next week Decorah at Epworth (WD) Marion vs. Mason City Waterloo East vs. Waverly-Shell Rock

Class A District 3

Senior Rachel Meyer went 7-for-7 at the service line in the Warriors’ 3-0 match win over Postville Thursday.

(Photo courtesy of Marie Conway)

SW celebrates senior trio

On Senior Night, the South Winn volleyball team (15-12, 5-1 UIC) captured a 3-0 win over Postville (0-16, 0-6 UIC) Thursday in Calmar. Set scores were 25-12, 25-12 and 25-15.

“The three seniors Katrina Hageman, Avery Humpal and Rachel Meyer were recognized before the match. This is always a fun night for the program celebrating our seniors and the underclassman taking the lead to recognize them with signs, cards and gifts. It truly shows the support for one another in the program and we appreciate all that these three have done over the four years,” said Coach Alex Smith.

South Winn had 25 kills on 72 attack attempts. They served 87.3 percent, with a 62-for-71 night. In addition, they added 21 assists, 28 digs and two blocks.

K. Hageman swatted 10 kills, while providing four digs and serving 3-for-5 with an ace.

Humpal added six kills and was 11-for-12 at the service line with Avery Luzum dishing out 11 assists with three digs and a 4-for-5 serving performance.

Ella Theis handed out another eight assists and was 9-for-11 in serves with two aces.

The Warriors return to action on Tuesday, Oct. 3, as they head to Clayton Ridge for a UIC conference match-up.

Stats vs. Postville Kills – Katrina Hageman 10; Avery Humpal 6; Ivey Franzen 4; Abby Wagner 2; Alyssa Holthaus 2; Kiara Bullerman 1 Assists – Avery Luzum 11; Ella Theis 8; Wagner 2 Blocks (assist-solo) – Bailee Frana (1-0); Franzen (1-0) Digs – Chloe Wiltgen 8; Wagner 4; K. Hageman 4; Rachel Meyer 4; Luzum 3; Humpal 2; Theis 2; Allison Hageman 1 Serving (success/attempts) – Wagner (28-30); Humpal (11-12); Theis (9-11); Meyer (7-7); Luzum (45); K. Hageman (3-5); Wiltgen (0-1) Aces – Wagner 4; Theis 2; Humpal 1; K. Hageman 1; Meyer 1

Vikes get back in the water Marcussen Invite team scores 1. Cedar Falls 546; 2. Waukesha South 329; 3. Bettendorf 286; 4.

Dubuque Senior 280; 5. Waterloo West 243; 6. Dubuque Wahlert 206; 7. Mason City 167; 8. Cedar Rapids Washington 106; 9. Decorah 97; 10.

Cedar Rapids Jefferson 44

Traveling to Waterloo Saturday, the Decorah swim team finished ninth in team standings at the annual Marcussen Invite.

Decorah posted a team total of 97 points. Cedar Falls won the invite with 546 points. Individual race results were unavailable at press time.

The Vikings won’t compete again until the North Central Swim Conference meet which Decorah will host Saturday, Oct. 14, at Luther College beginning at 12 p.m.

Wapsie Valley North Butler Nashua-Plainfield South Winn North Tama AGWSR BCLUW

District Overall 4-0 5-1 3-1 5-1 3-1 4-2 2-2 3-3 2-3 2-4 1-4 1-5 0-4 0-6

Last week South Winn 22, Nashua-Plainfield 14 AGWSR 0, Wapsie Valley 54 BCLUW 0, Martensdale-St. Mary’s 41 North Butler 14 North Tama 6 This week South Winn at North Tama AGWSR at Belmond-Klemme North Butler vs. Nashua-Plainfield Wapsie Valley vs. BCLUW Next week South Winn vs. BCLUW AGWSR vs. North Butler Nashua-Plainfield vs. Wapsie Valley North Tama vs. North Mahaska

Class 8-Player District 3 Don Bosco Kee Riceville Turkey Valley Waterloo Christian West Central Central Elkader

District Overall 4-0 5-1 3-2 4-2 3-1 5-1 3-1 4-2 1-3 1-5 1-4 1-5 0-4 0-6

Last week Turkey Valley 62, Waterloo Christian 7 West Central 8, Kee 60 Riceville 79, Central Elkader 0 Don Bosco 63, Midland 0 This week Turkey Valley vs. Don Bosco Central Elkader vs. Kee Riceville vs. Waterloo Christian West Central vs. Springville Next week Turkey Valley at Riceville Don Bosco vs. Waterloo Christian Kee vs. Ed-Co West Central vs. Central Elkader

American Rivers Conference

Conference Wartburg 3-0 Central 2-1 Coe 2-1 Nebraska Wesleyan 2-1 Loras 1-1 Dubuque 1-1 Simpson 1-2 Buena Vista 0-2 Luther 0-3

Overall 5-0 4-1 4-1 4-1 2-2 1-3 2-3 0-4 0-4

Last week Luther 10, Nebraska Wesleyan 35 Wartburg 27, Coe 21 Central 55, Dubuque 16 Buena Vista 28, Simpson 55 This week Luther vs. Wartburg Coe vs. Buena Vista Loras vs. Central Dubuque vs. Nebraska Wesleyan Next week Luther at Buena Vista Wartburg vs. Dubuque Simpson vs. Coe Nebraska Wesleyan vs. Loras

Vikes looking for momentum

Sydney Kipp (4) and Leah Holland team up in hopes of a block in the opening set of Thursday’s NEIC finale in Decorah. (Driftless Multimedia photo by Becky Walz) After dropping its final conference match of the regular season Thursday, the Decorah volleyball team (12-12, 1-4 NEIC) went 0-4 at the Western Dubuque (Epworth) tournament Saturday.

Senior night Class 4A No. 15 Charles City (18-4, 3-1 NEIC) came to Decorah Thursday night and took the Vikes by storm winning in three sets on Senior Night. Set scores were 19-25, 20-25 and 15-25.

Maddy Fromm produced five kills, eight assists, six digs and was 10-for-11 from the service line. Adding four kills apiece were Olivia Christopher and Leah Holland, while Ellie Rolfs had 12 digs and served 11-for11. Dylin Thompson had eight digs, along with four digs and an 8-for-8 serving performance.

Lydia Frank and Sara Johanningmeier provided four digs each. Both were perfect in serving as well with Frank going 10-for-10 with one ace and Johanningmeier 9-for-9 with two ace serves.

Tourney struggles The Vikes had an off day at Saturday’s tournament at Western Dubuque (Epworth), dropping all four matches in pool play.

First, Decorah fell to Davenport North (8-14) 0-2 by sets scores of 13-21 and 18-21. M. Fromm dished out five assists

as the Vikes tallied 10 total kills on 39 attack attempts. As a team, the red and blue served 28-for-33.

In the second contest, the Vikes fell to the host Western Dubuque (10-10) 0-2 by identical sets of 15-21. Decorah had 12 kills on 52 attack attempts with 11 assists, 16 digs and a 29-for-31 serving performance.

Decorah then fell 0-2 (14-21, 17-21) to Tipton (15-13). M. Fromm and Thompson handed out six assists apiece with Christopher and M. Fromm also producing four kills each.

McKinley Massman led the offensive attack with five kills, while Frank grabbed a teamhigh seven digs and Brooklyn Fromm had four solo blocks.

In the final game of the day, the Vikings dropped an 0-2 (1721, 12-21) decision to Class 3A No. 14 West Liberty (227). During the match, Christopher, Massman and Holland produced three kills each with Thompson and Ava Holthaus handing out four assists apiece.

Defensively, Johanningmeier led the way with five digs with Holland and four each coming up with four.

Coming up The Vikings have a long break to work on their game with one match before the postseason begins. Decorah will host Caledonia (Minn.) Monday, Oct. 9.

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Johnson’s four touchdown runs lift Vikes to victory

Braiden Todd scrambles to avoid the Nashua-Plainfield defense during Friday’s district game where the Warriors won 22-14. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Terpstra/New Hampton Tribune)

Big second half pushes Warriors over N-P It was a great night to be a Warrior as South Winn (3-3, 2-2) took care of Nashua-Plainfield (4-2, 3-1) Friday night, spoiling the Huskies’ homecoming 22-14.

“We came out and established a physical, 16-play scoring drive to set the tone for the night. We missed out on a couple fourth-down plays that gave Nashua a chance to take the lead,” noted Coach Jason Ohrt. “I’m very proud of these kids right now. They just keep getting better each week.”

Physical night South Winn managed to put a score in each of the four quarters. Kyle Kuboushek was the first to reach the endzone on a 16-play scoring drive in the opening period. The Huskies answered with a pair of touchdowns in the second, but a touchdown pass strung from Brady Ohrt to Nolan Sabelka, followed by Carson Streeter interception, gave the Warriors all the momentum going into halftime despite trailing 14-12.

A 41-yard Carson Streeter field goal in the third quarter provided South Winn with a lead that the Warrior defense held onto. Adding a little security with a four-yard scamper to score was Parker Timp in the fourth.

The details South Winn had 96 yards of passing with another 146 coming on the ground. By comparison, the Huskies had 174 yards rushing and 56 through the air for 220 total.

Individually, Kuboushek rushed 31 times for 128 yards.

Timp picked up 15 yards on five carries.

It was a big defensive effort, led by Kuboushek with nine total tackles, including two for a loss. Timp was there four 8.5 total tackles, including five solo stops and three tackles for a loss.

Newer opponent South Winn are at North Tama Friday, Oct. 6, in only the second time the two teams have ever met. The first time was in 2020 with the Warriors coming out on top 33-6. Kick-off is set for 7 p.m.

“We hope to get a big Warrior crowd down next week with a win, we can clinch a playoff berth for the first time since 2019,” added Coach Ohrt.

South Winn Nash-Plain.

1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 6 6 3 7 0 14 0 0

F 22 14

Game stats Total yards: South Winn 246; Nashua-Plainfield 220 Passing (comp/att/yds): Brady Ohrt (3-7, 57 yds., 1 TD); Braiden Todd (4-7, 39 yds.)

Rushing (att/yds): Kyle Kuboushek (31-128, 1 TD); Parker Timp (5-15, 1 TD); Ohrt (3-5) Receiving (att/yds/TD): Nolan Sabelka (2-51, 1 TD); Carson Streeter (5-45) Tackles (total): Kuboushek (9.0); Timp (8.5); Ohrt (7.5); Streeter (5.5); Tristen Bodensteiner (5.0); Eric Kriener (4.0); Brody Tieskoetter (3.0); Sabelka (2.0); Cody Meyer (2.0); Logan Tieskoetter (1.5); Aiden Feickert (1.0); Shayde Wermers (1.0) Interceptions (no/return yds): Streeter (1-22); B. Tieskoetter (1-0) Punts (att/yds): Streeter (2-40) Punt returns (att/yds): Streeter (1-13) Kick-offs (att/yds): Streeter (5236) Kick-off returns (att/yds): Sabelka (1-18); Todd (2-9)

A surge of scoring, combined with unyielding defense, pushed the Decorah football team (5-1, 2-0) over Waverly-Shell Rock (0-5, 0-2) on the road Friday night, 35-20.

“We are proud of this rivalry win and the fact that our seniors had not been part of a win over Waverly-Shell Rock in their high school careers makes it very sweet. It was also a very big district win in the team’s goal to make the playoffs,” said Coach Pat Trewin. “We started slowly. Their size was giving us some trouble and their quarterback was incredibly accurate in the first half. Our offensive line was finally able to create a couple of creases for Dakota who was able to break two big runs.

This was definitely a team effort. You can look at so many of the different people who contributed anywhere from one to several big plays.”

What a game The Go-Hawks got on the board first. After stopping Decorah on its first drive, W-SR used the passing game to move the ball and score, going up 7-0 in the first. A Viking fumble in the second gave the home team the opportunity to lead 14-0. With time ticking, Decorah needed to find a spark and that came in the form of Trevor Kuennen when he picked up a fumble and ran it back 24 yards for the Vikings for the score. A next-to-last play of the half was a 29-yard field goal by the GoHawks to take a 17-7 lead into halftime.

“Trevor’s fumble return was a big spark for the turn around and the goal-line stand to give

them only three points before halftime was also key to stopping their first half momentum,” noted Coach Trewin.

In the second play of the second half, Dakota Johnson broke loose from the Go-Hawks defense, sprinting 78 yards to the house, narrowing the W-SR advantage to 17-14. W-SR would add another 26-yard field goal to its tally in the third, but the second half belonged to the Vikings, as Johnson scampered into the end zone three more times in the fourth including 74-yard, 45-yard and 4-yard runs.

Final thoughts The two squads were a balanced attack with Decorah garnering 323 total yards of offense to Waverly-Shell Rock’s 324.

Louis Bucksa completed 5-for-13 passes with Noah Milburn pulling down three and Gavin Groux grabbing two.

Johnson led the rushing attacking with 16 carries for 243 yards, while Tommy Sexton picked up 33 yards on 12 rushes.

It was an all-out effort on defense. T. Kuennen led the way with five solo and five assisted tackles to go with his fumble recovery for a touchdown, while Kaiden Quandahl had six solo stop and three assisted tackles.

Back home Decorah is back at home for a district contest against Marion Friday, Oct. 6, with kick-off at 7:30 p.m.

“We hope to have nice weather and a big crowd. The weather for homecoming kept some people away and this team is

Trojans stop Clayton Ridge 3-0 Improvements keep coming as the Turkey Valley volleyball team (6-11, 3-2 UIC) defeated Clayton Ridge (8-12, 2-3 UIC) at home 3-0 Thursday night.

Set scores were 25-20, 25-20 and 25-19.

The Trojans had 32 kills as a team on 96 attack attempts. At the service line they went 66for-70 with one ace. In addition they contributed 30 assists, 41 digs and seven total blocks.

Kinsey Reicks led the way at the service line. She was 13-for-13 with an ace to accompany three total blocks and two kills. Adriana Tiedt and Annika Bodensteiner both finished with seven kills. Tiedt added six digs and was 14-for14 in serves. M. Weber had a complete game with 20 assists, nine digs, five kills and served

5-for-6. Ryann Schmitt also had five kills for the Trojans.

This week, Turkey Valley has a pair of road games, playing at Central Elkader Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Postville Thursday, Oct. 5.

Stats vs. Clayton Ridge Kills – Adriana Tiedt 7; Annika Bodensteiner 7; Maici Weber 5; Ryann Schmitt 5; Delaney Busta 3; Kinsey Reicks 2; Layni Schuchhardt 1; Halle Weber 1; Morgan Vsetecka 1 Assists – M. Weber 20; Mariah Throndson 6; Vsetecka 2; Reicks 1; Tiedt 1 Blocks (assist-solo) – Reicks (2-1); M. Weber (2-0); Busta (1-0); Bodensteiner (1-0) Digs – Vsetecka 13; M. Weber 9; H. Weber 7; Tiedt 6; Throndson 4; Schmitt 1; Reicks 1 Serving (success/attempts) – M. Weber (5-6); Reicks (13-13); Tiedt (14-14); H. Weber (16-17); Vsetecka (7-8); Throndson (11-12) Aces – Reicks 1

Trojans cruise to 62-7 victory over Waterloo Christian Using a big first quarter push toward the end zone, the Turkey Valley football team (4-2, 3-1) ran over Waterloo Christian (15, 1-4) who is in its first year of football.

“This was a good game for our players to bounce back from after the previous week.

We played well in all aspects of the game,” said Coach Mark Scott.

Putting up the points Turkey Valley’s experience outshined the visiting Regents from the start with the Trojans finding the end zone four times in the first quarter. Burke Busta first busted out an 11-yard run before Oliver Schmitt scampered from the 7-yard line for a score. The final two touchdowns of the opening period were passes from Logan Bus-

Tucker Tlusty grabs the Waterloo Christian ball carrier and Cale Langreck comes to assist on the tackle Friday night.

(Driftless Multimedia photo by Becky Walz)

ta, including a 37-yard pass Schmitt and a 46-yard reception by sophomore JD Kruse. The Trojan lead increased to 48-0 in the second with Schmitt connecting with JD Kruse on a 54yard pass route and a B. Busta 7-yard scamper.

After the break, Schmitt added another Trojan score on an 11-yard carry before Turkey Valley pulled the majority of its starting players. Waterloo Christian broke through to score in the fourth quarter on a three-yard plunge with Trojan freshman Treyton Franzen finishing off the scoring with a 10yard carry.

Next man in The Trojans rushed for 276 yards and passed for another 161 for 436 total yards.

Individually, Schmitt was a beast on the ground, picking up 127 yards on 16 carries for a 7.9 per carry average. Prior to an injury late in the first half, Burke Busta gained 53 yards on eight carries, while freshman Treyton Franzen stepped onto the field to fill the hole for six carries and 32 yards. JD Kruse caught two passes for 100 yards, both resulting in scores.

Schmitt and Caleb Kurtenbach also had a reception apiece.

Schmitt also led the defense with seven solo tackles and four assisted stops. Freshman Jordan Kriener had six solo tackles

with B. Busta having 4.5 total stops, including a trio of solo tackles.

Big test Sixth-ranked Don Bosco will come to Jackson Junction for the Trojans final home game of the season and will test the endurance of the Trojans Friday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. In the five previous meetings between the Trojans and the Dons, Turkey Valley has just one win.

1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q W’loo Christ 0 0 0 7 T. Valley 32 16 6 8

F 7 62

Game stats Passing (comp/att/yds): Logan Busta (3-4, 107 yds., 2 TD); Oliver Schmitt (1-1, 1 TD) Rushing (att/yds): Schmitt (16127, 2 TD); Burke Busta (8-53, 2 TD); Treyton Franzen (6-32, 1 TD); Cale Langreck (3-19); Parker Reicks (3-16); Hugo Busta (1-15); L. Busta (3-14) Receiving (att/yds/TD): JD Kruse (2-100, 2 TD); Schmitt (1-37, 1 TD); Caleb Kurtenbach (1-24) Tackles (total): Oliver Schmitt (9.0); Jordan Kriener (6.0); B. Busta (4.5); JD Kruse (4.0); Russell Nieman (3.5); Hunter Kruse (3.0); P. Reicks (2.5); Langreck (1.5); Franzen (1.5); Kurtenbach (1.0); Tucker Tlusty (1.0); Mitchell Kriener (1.0); Caden Tiedt (1.0); Eli Holthaus (1.0); Tucker Reicks (0.5) Interceptions (no/return yds): JD Kruse (1-0) Punt returns (att/yds): Schmitt (4-88) Kick-offs (att/yds): Schmitt (8369, 2 TB); J. Kruener (1-40) Kick-off returns (att/yds): Schmitt (1-25)

Decorah’s William Hahn (77) and Brady Benzing (2) team up to sack the Waverly-Shell Rock quarterback during the Vikings’ 35-20 win Friday night. (Photo courtesy of Amy Averhoff) really fun to watch. It is a critical game in the district race,” concluded Coach Trewin.

Decorah W-SR

1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q 0 7 7 21 7 10 3 0

F 35 20

Game stats Total yards: Decorah 323; Waverly-Shell Rock 324 Passing (comp/att/yds): Louis Bucksa (5-13, 47 yds.)

Rushing (att/yds): Dakota Johnson (16-243, 4 TD); Tommy Sexton (12-33); Bucksa (4-0) Receiving (att/yds/TD): Noah Milburn (3-50); Gavin Groux (2-(-3) Tackles (total): Kaiden Quandahl

(7.5); Trevor Kuennen (7.5); Brady Benzing (5.0); Kelley Gates (5.); Andrew Rhodes (4.5); Gatlin Dahlberg (4.0); Jeron Feuerhelm (3.5); Brady Bohner (3.5); Keaton Orris (3.5); William Hahn (3.0); Sexton (1.0); Johnson (0.5); Carter Dlhy (0.5) Interceptions (no/return yds): Johnson 1 Fumble recoveries: T. Kuennen (1-76, 1 TD) Punts (att/yds): Milburn (5-146) Punt returns (att/yds): Groux (3-(-1)) Kick-offs (att/yds): Brayden Wemark (6-296, 1 TB) Kick-off returns (att/yds): Johnson (1-24)

Coming up in varsity sports

Oct. 3 – SW/Dec/TV xc at South Winn, 4:45 p.m.; SW vb at Clayton Ridge, 7:30 p.m.; TV vb at Central Elkader, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 5 – TV vb at Postville, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 6 – SW fb at North Tama, 7 p.m.; TV fb vs. Don Bosco, 7 p.m.; Dec fb vs. Marion, 7:30 p.m.

Preps Week of the

Olivia Christopher

Olivia Christopher is a senior on the Decorah volleyball team who has also been involved in FFA, National Honor Society and served as a wrestling manager during her time as a Viking.

In her 54 sets on the floor, the senior has hammered down 55 kills on 220 attack attempts to go with 10 total blocks and 24 digs.

“Olivia has worked hard this past year to get herself to the level she is at. She has been a good leader for us this year and took charge with a lot of the preseason needs,” said Decorah head volleyball coach Gina Holthaus.

Olivia is the daughter of Dan and Melinda Christopher.

Lydia Frank

Lydia Frank is a member of the Decorah volleyball team. Throughout her time in the Red and Blue, the senior has participated in softball, National Honor Society and Silver cord.

Frank, a senior, has played in 38 sets and has served 96-for-104 with 13 aces and has come up with 56 digs.

“Lydia is one of the most positive young ladies I have had the privilege to work with,” noted Viking head volleyball coach Gina Holthaus. “She understands her role and is always ready to come in and make a difference in the match whether it is with a serve, pass or positive attitude.”

Lydia is the daughter of Kyle and Jacki Frank.

William Hahn

William Hahn is a junior on the Decorah football team who is also involved in track.

Through the first five games, defensive tackle has 11 solo tackles with 3 tackles for loss and one sack. Also playing on the offensive line, Hahn has helped the Vikes tally 1,438 total yards of offense.

“William is a big, strong player who has great effort and determination. His improvement from last year to this year is because of the hard work he put in during track and field as well as the weight room,” said Decorah head football coach Pat Trewin. “William is a tremendous blocker for us and is hard for opposing teams to handle. His size, strength and technique are excellent. We love his leadership on the field, in school and in the weight room.”

William is the son of Brent and Amanda Hahn.

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Protivin Fire Dept.

continued from front grant from USDA Rural Development for the station as part of the federal FY2022 budget. Due to local generosity and outside funding sources, the remaining financial need was secured to complete the station.

Members of the fire department also donated hundreds of hours in addition to their normal trainings and service to help make the fire station

a reality. Members of PVFD helped design and construct the station, wrote grants for funding, ensured all state and federal paperwork was completed, moved years of collected equipment from one station to the other and assisted in many other ways to cut costs and help get the station constructed quickly.

Future event PVFD is hosting another event this fall for those unable to attend the open house Oct. 8.

All are welcome to the annual Turtle Stew, Chili and Chicken Noodle Soup Supper which will be held at the new station Saturday, Nov. 4. Serving starts at 4:30 p.m. and will run until 7 p.m., or until food is gone – which ever happens first.

Waukon’s Pumpkins in the Park Oct. 8 The King of Grace Lutheran Church will host a free all-ages community fall fun event for the whole family at Waukon City Park. All community members are invited to join for an afternoon of Pumpkins in the Park in the Jaycee shelter on Sunday, Oct. 8, from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

There will be pumpkin decorating, games, fall photo ops,

treats and a free drawing for gift baskets from local businesses.

All who attend will receive a free pumpkin to decorate and bring home. Find “KingofGraceWaukon” on Facebook for more information.

Pastor Abraham Faugstad stated, “When our church decided to do this, one of our members who farms just southeast of

Waukon offered up some of their field and volunteered much of their time to plant pumpkins for this event. I visited the pumpkin patch last week and was amazed to see hundreds of pumpkins.

The words of the Psalm hold true, ‘Yes, the Lord will give what is good, and our land will yield its increase (Psalm 85:12).’”

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