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Residents call for increased water monitoring (The complete version of this article published in the May 29 Decorah Leader, find past editions of the newspaper at decorahleader.com)

Members of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Environmental Protection Commission listened to about half-a-dozen environmental activists from the Decorah area during the commission’s monthly meeting on Wednesday, May 21 inside the Hotel Winneshiek. Members of the public called for more widespread water monitoring across the state. However, commission members informed the au-

dience the monitoring locations on the agenda being cited by attendees are only a small portion of the hundreds in place across Iowa and said funding increases for such efforts must come through the state legislature.

Several individuals pointed to an item on the agenda regarding a stream monitoring contract which encompassed 60 monitoring sites around the state — a number the local environmentalists didn’t feel was adequate, believing the figure represented less than one monitoring site per county.

“We need to do more for the children and grandchildren of Iowa,” said attorney and Dec-

orah resident Melissa O’Rourke.

Joe Skoda of rural Winneshiek County told the commission he could drink from the streams he fished from 70 years ago, but he cannot safely do the same today.

“I think the people who are polluting our waters, if they do get fined or a slap on the wrist, that’s the cost of doing business for them,” he said, “and I just want to make sure that monitoring all the streams continues.”

Decorah resident Tim Wagner called 60 monitoring cites a pittance and woefully inadequate compared to Iowa’s 10,000 miles of rivers and the amount of livestock raised in Iowa.

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“The numbers I’m aware of right now — we have over 26 million head of hogs …, over 10 million head of cattle, over 50

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“It is not the entire monitoring program,” McDaniel said of the 60-site contract. “We get $2.9 million per year to do water quality monitoring for the whole monitoring program. So, this is one small contract.”

Commission members provided a map — available online at programs.iowadnr.gov/aquia — showing the various sites which monitor surface water in Iowa’s rivers, streams, lakes, wells, wetlands and springs.

More than 70 such sites are located in Winneshiek County alone, in addition to the county’s nine ground water monitoring sites and four sites which monitor fish tissues.

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Local advocate aims to prevent abuse by shining spotlight on signs of strangulation (This article originally published in the May 22 Decorah Leader, find past editions of the newspaper at decorahleader.com)

BY ZACH JENSEN DECORAH LEADER STAFF WRITER The use of strangulation by abusive individuals isn’t as uncommon as most in the region might assume it to be, according to Trish Johnson, a bilingual domestic abuse advocate with Helping Services for Youth and Families in Decorah. Johnson, a 12-year veteran of the Domestic Abuse Resource Center recently completed an advanced course on the topic and methods to prevent such abuse, and she hopes to make the public aware of how prevalent such abuse is.

She said, in her line of work, the best approach is often to assume strangulation has occurred and rule it out, rather than incorrectly assume it never occurred at all.

“In a small town, you feel safe,” said Johnson, a Decorah native. “You feel like things like this don’t happen, or they don’t happen to people you know, or it doesn’t happen to the good people in town. You would be shocked to know how prevalent strangulation is.”

Johnson explained choking and strangulation are not synonymous — choking occurs inside the throat while strangulation occurs when pressure is applied to the outside of the neck. She went on to say that

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“The arteries are bringing blood to our brains, and the veins are bringing it away,” Johnson said. “All it takes is 4 pounds of pressure, which is like squeezing a straw. It doesn’t take much at all. So, you can put pressure on either the carotid artery or the jugular, and all it takes is an average of 6.8 seconds to lose consciousness.”

She said a victim can lose bladder control in approximately 15 seconds and bowel control after 30 seconds — Johnson said, on average, a victim in a fatal case of strangulation dies between about a minute and 2.5 minutes after losing consciousness.

“If you don’t remember wetting yourself, it’s probably because you lost consciousness,” she said. “You’re going to have memory issues, and you’re not going to remember things in chronological order. When you’re unconscious, you’re not making new memories, because your brain is dying, so you’re losing brain cells. Losing consciousness isn’t good.”

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“We knew the correlation, but now we have the causation,” she said. “Probably, it was either repeated concussions, or it was from strangulation or other injuries sustained during an assault.”

She said strangulation is often used by abusive individuals in an attempt to gain power or control over their partner. She described it as a tool used by abusers — like financial dependence, isolation, manipulation and other forms of abuse — and she indicated abusive behavior can sometimes shift from one form to another.

“Strangulation is used to show their partner they have the ability to kill them — whether they take advantage of that or not,” Johnson said. “Most homicides by an intimate partner are committed with firearms, however the chance of eventually being killed by your partner increases by 750 percent if you’ve been strangled by that partner just one time.”

Johnson and other professionals in her position work closely with law enforcement on domestic abuse cases. She said internal structures like the hyoid bone, trachea and voice box can be damaged by strangulation, yet about 40 percent of strangulation victims won’t show visible signs of the abuse.

“It’s important for people to get medically evaluated,” she said. “The chances of someone dying from strangulation are actually pretty low, but we don’t want to miss that. It’s just like a car accident. The (EMTs) put collars on the victims just in case they have a spinal injury, and they keep it on until that has been ruled out. We need to be treating strangulation victims the same way. They’ll probably walk away just fine, but we could save a life.”

The visible signs of strangulation can include bruising and petechiae, which are small, pinpoint red or purple spots which appear on the skin due to broken blood vessels. Johnson said

victims also experience tinnitus, headaches and soreness. She said a victim might not necessarily think these symptoms are serious, but they could be signs of a more critical injury which could contribute to their death several months later.

“That’s how a lot of perpetrators are not being held responsible for these injuries,” Johnson said. “Because they can say ‘Anything could have happened between now and then,’ and that’s why being medically screened after it happens is so important. A very high majority of victims choose not to get medical care, because in the moment, they feel okay.”

Johnson said that because of the symptoms of strangulation, law enforcement could mistake someone who has been strangled for someone under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

“Law enforcement plays a really important role, and they’re amazing partners with us,” she said. “All of our partners and everyone I’ve told I’m doing this class — they’re all excited to get the information too so we can all do better.”

Johnson said advocates as well as law enforcement should look for facial drooping, areas of hair that have been pulled out, scratches on an individual’s neck, incontinence and slurred speech as signs of possible abuse. She also recommended officers use specific screening questions when responding to domestic abuse calls — especially if strangulation is happening during intercourse.

“It’s happening with a lot of younger adults, because they’re seeing it in pornography and social media, and they think it’s normal, but it’s not,” Johnson said, noting numerous accidental deaths occur each year due to strangulation during sex.

“A lot of times, it’s not really consensual. They’re being persuaded or coerced into trying something they’re really not comfortable doing and not knowing what could happen.”

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Friday, June 7. This auxiliary garage sale will feature clean, usable household items in good working condition. No clothing will be offered.

The Auxiliary of Veterans Memorial Hospital provides the hospital, its patients and visitors with many services. The auxiliary also holds annual fundraisers, such as the Women’s Health Day Luncheon, the Pillow-Perk in mid-October, the Gift Case at the hospital and their annual

membership drive each July.

All the money the auxiliary receives goes back to the hospital for equipment, which has included an obstetrics birthing bed, an emergency room cart, an EKG machine, a mammography viewbox and have helped fund the new 3D digital mammography machine and surgery sterilizer. This year, the funds will be used to purchase a new stove/oven for the nutrition department at Veterans Memorial Hospital.

This is the auxiliary’s third annual garage sale, which was coordinated as a new fundraiser in order to replace the Masquerade sales, which are no longer held.

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Howard County Hospice, Helms Funeral Home to host grief support group Howard County Community Hospice and Helms Funeral Home in Decorah will host a “Making Meaning and Finding Hope” grief support program from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 for people in the area who are grieving the death of a loved one. This program is part of a quarterly “Conversation and Community” grief series held at Helms and sponsored by the two organizations. Each program will feature 45 minutes of educational content followed by 45 minutes of discussion, optional sharing and questions.

The program is free and open to all adults who are grieving.

Light snacks will be provided.

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Service Notices LUCILLE SMOCK, 95, of Decorah, died Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Wellington Place in Decorah. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 3 at Decorah Lutheran Church, 309 Winnebago St., Decorah with Pastor Peter Kowitz presiding. Burial will be at the Lutheran cemetery.

MARION STEGEN, 83, of Decorah, died Friday, May 16, 2025, at Evans Memorial Home in Cresco. Funeral services were held Monday, June 2 at Helms Funeral Home in Decorah with Pastor Randy Kittelson presiding. Burial was in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minnesota.

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Decorah Public Library announces upcoming summer reading program events Decorah Public Library recently announced the return of The Amazing Martika at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, June 4 in Decorah Public Library’s Mezzanine.

Registration for the free event opened on the library’s website as of May 21. This is the first in a series of visiting performers and educators scheduled as part of DPL’s 2025 Summer Reading Program: Read All About It. Martika’s circus variety show offers a range of tricks, stunts and spectacles — from hula hooping with barbed wire to eating fire. This variety show was crafted with children and families in mind, as Martika performs in schools and public libraries across the country.

The library recently also announced the return of the Mikayla Oz Magic Show at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, June 12 on the

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It happened during a "Winter Summerfest" family gathering at a Minnesota lake. One day my assignment as the "fishing grandpa with boat" was to take granddaughters fishing.

Tough Duty! Hooks were attached to the monofilament bobbers a few feet above and we cranked up the Yamaha and headed for pan fish country. For those not quite ready to put on the "yucky" worm, my promise was I would do that. I had told them that we hoped to catch enough for a fish fry that evening, but that we might not keep all we would boat – they might be too small.

Soon the bobbers bobbed, and reels cranked as the blue gills and sunfish were lifted out of the water. It wasn't long until I heard one of them say, as she almost flung the fish in my face to be unhooked, "Grandpa, is this a keeper?" Once in a while it was and it would go on the stringer. I think we did have a fish fry that night.

Sunday, June 8 • 1-4pm

Of course, the real "keepers" that day were the precious cargo of granddaughters. None are "slot fish" that have to be safely released and let go. I suppose, next to my wife, they are the most precious "keepers" of my life. Nothing quite like it.

What a delicious duty that fishing day was. There were many words of thanks, but guess who had the most fun.

The word, keeper, can be used for those of us who call our children and grandchildren "keepers", but we parents and grandparents are "keepers" as well. We, like "zookeepers", are their care takers as long as they are in our "live tank". So, we do all that we can to be sure that they know this and feel safe and much as possible, that they are given every opportunity to be all that they can be. Of course, I have always wanted them to be sure they know that God is their ultimate "Keeper''!

Sure would like to crank up that Yamaha with that cargo again.

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June 21, 2025, 10:00 a.m.

Protivin American Legion Post 605, Owner.

• 130 West Street. Lot 8 and Lot 9 in Block 3 of the Replat of the West Half of the East Half of the Southwest Quarter of Section 13, Township 97 North, range 11 West of the 5th P.M. in the City of Protivin, Howard County, Iowa, as surveyed in May 2025.

• Lot 9 (South lot) has the building on it. The building measures approximately 18’ x 32’.

• Each lot measures approximately 50’ x 150’.

• Lots can be sold separately, or together whichever brings the most money.

• No water or sewer on property.

• Real estate is subject to owners’ approval • Terms are $5000.00 down payment per lot on the day of the auction and the remaining balance due upon closing within 30 days.

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63k Miles, Heated/Cooled Steats ...... $21,995 .......................................................... $26,995 ’21 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium, Black, All Wheel Drive, Electric, 18k Miles ...... $29,995 ’15 Ford F-150 Lariat 4x4, White, 77k Miles, Heated/Cooled Leather ...................... $27,995 ’21 Volkswagen Jetta S, Gray, 55k Miles, Backup Camera ................................. $14,995 ’11 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab, Gray, 50k Miles, LOW MILES, 2WD .................................... $18,995 ’18 Buick Regal Essence, Burgundy, 106k Miles, Heated Leather, Moon ....................... $15,995 ’09 Ford F-250 XL ExtCab, White, 156k Miles, Local Trade ....................................... $15,995 ’17 Nissan Altima SR, Gray, 42k Miles, Great Gas Mileage ...................................... $16,995 ’09 Chev Silverado LT Ext Cab, White ... $8,995 ’03 Chevy Avalanche, White, 180k Miles, 4x4, ’16 Buick Cascada Convertible Premium, 73k New Transmission, Recently Rebuilt Motor...

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WEDNESDAY SLAUGHTER CATTLE AUCTION MAY 21, 2025 Choice Beef Steers & Heifers sold $3 higher on Wed. on a very active market. Choice Holstein Steers sold $4 higher. Market Cows & Bulls were active.

High Choice All Natural Beef Steers & Heifers ......................... up to 236.25 High Choice Beef Steers & Heifers ..........................................226-232.50 Choice Beef Steers & Heifers ...............219-226 Select & Choice Beef Steers & Heifers ...200-219 High Choice & Calf Fed Holstein Steers.................................206-216 Choice Holstein Steers .........................200-206 Select & Choice Holstein Steers...........190-200 Market Cows......................................... 114-130 High Dressing Market Cows .................130-161 Market Bulls ..........................................176-210

and knowing how to handle emergencies.

• Prevent unsupervised access to water, provide constant and active adult supervision, and know how to swim.

• Never swim alone – adults and teens as well as children.

Never leave a young child unattended near water, and do not trust a child’s life to another child. Swim in an area with lifeguards.

• Designate a “water watcher” whose sole responsibility is to keep a close eye and constant attention on everyone in and around the water until the next water watcher takes over.

• Don’t just pack it, wear your life jacket — always on a boat and if you are in a situation beyond your skill level.

• Reach or throw, don't go!

In the event of an emergency, reach or throw an object to the person in trouble and tell them to grab on to it. Don’t go in! You could become a victim yourself.

deck, tree branches or anything that could catch fire.

• Use the long-handled tools especially made for cooking on the grill to help keep the chef safe.

• Wash your hands, utensils and workstation before preparing the food.

• Don’t leave food out in the hot sun. Keep perishable foods in a cooler with plenty of ice or freezer gel packs.

• Separate uncooked meats, poultry and seafood from readyto-eat foods like salads, fruits, vegetables, cheeses and desserts. Use separate plates and utensils to prevent cross-contamination.

GRILLING, FOOD SAFETY Grilling sparks more than 10,000 home fires on average each year. Always supervise a barbecue grill when in use.

Never grill indoors or in any enclosed area. Make sure everyone, including pets, stays away from the grill.

• Keep the grill out in the open, away from the house,

CAMPING Being prepared for emergencies is critical when you’re headed to an area with limited access to phone services and help. If you are heading out to camp, or hike, wear layers of light-weight clothing, sunscreen and a hat.

• Pack a first aid kit with insect repellant, sunscreen and personal medications. A variety of first aid kits and emergency supplies are available at redcrossstore.org.

Know the level of ability of your group and the environment around you. Plan to use hiking trails that are within your skill level.

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• Bring nutritious food items and plenty of water even if you don’t plan to stay overnight.

• Download the FREE Red Cross First Aid app so you’ll know what to do if emergency help is delayed and the FREE Emergency app for weather alerts, open Red Cross shelter locations and safety steps for different emergencies. Choose whether you want to view the content in English or Spanish with an easy-to-find language selector. Find these and all of the Red Cross apps in smartphone app stores by searching for the American Red Cross or going to redcross.org/apps.

About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families.

The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.

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TOP CONSIGNMENTS FATS Crestview Acres LLC, Eastman, Wis Jackie Bennett, River Falls, Wis Kenny-Passe-Ryan Dohrn, Lake City, MN HOLSTEIN STEERS Speedling & Graner, Kellogg, MN Cordes Family Farm LLC, Wanamingo, MN Matt Berktold, Lake City, MN TOP COW Jansen Dairy, Danube, MN TOP BULL Ted Fox, Elma, IA

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FRIDAY REGULAR LIVESTOCK AUCTION, MAY 23, 2025 Choice Holstein Springing Heifers ...... up to 2900 Beef Cows .......................................... up to 3450 Cow Calf Pairs .................................... up to 3800 Holstein Veal Calves........................... up to 1075 Beef on Dairy Veal Calves .................. up to 1625 Feeder Lambs ...................................... up to 240 Market Ewes & Bucks........................... up to 125 Market & Dairy Goats ........................... up to 460 Feeder Cattle: 300-500 Beef Steers.............................370-447 500-700 Beef Steers.............................302-413 700-900 Beef Steers.............................267-338 300-500 Beef Heifers.......................322-427.50 500-700 Beef Heifers............................277-385 700-900 Beef Heifers............................242-298 300-600 Beef on Dairy Steers ..............355-435 600-900 Beef on Dairy Steers ..............282-340 300-600 Beef on Dairy Heifers ........... up to 415 600-900 Beef on Dairy Heifers ...... up to 307.50 200-400 Holstein Steers .......................355-415 400-600 Holstein Steers .......................297-340 600-1000 Holstein Steers ................240-282.50 Market Cows...........................................90-125 High Yielding Cows...............................125-151 Market Bulls ..........................................151-185

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Reports to: The Health Associate works under the supervision of the District’s Head Registered Nurse (RN) and reports to the building principal in Seeking applicants for matters of school building administration.

Full Time Mechanic position.

• Inspect, diagnose and repair various equipment issues; mechanical, electrical, hydraulic • Perform preventative maintenance activities; assist with developing programs for customers • Assemble and commission equipment for demos and sales • Complete onsite service when necessary • Install barn equipment onsite • Learn industry leading skills through online course study and off-site training • Work effectively with team members • Uphold a sense of urgency, professionalism, and ownership with work • Ability to adjust in order to support changing customer requests • Maintain a safe work environment

1. Channels requests for health-related information and nursing services to the RN. 2. Documents all health office visits under the direction of the RN. 3. Assists the RN to prepare and maintain a cumulative health record for each student. Documents results of screening and designated health information.

4. Collects and maintains student enrollment sheets.

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1. Helps maintain a current confidential list of students with health conditions.

2. Communicates to the RN any need for follow-up of student health problems.

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1. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a neat and orderly environment.

2. Follows district policy regarding the cleaning of equipment.

3. Follows district policy regarding infection-control measures.

4, Monitors inventory of supplies and notifies RN of needed supplies.

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• Accompany the Concert Choir (4th period), which includes 85-minute sessions on Tuesdays and Fridays, a 40-minute session on Wednesdays, and 30 minutes of preparation time. This totals approximately 4 hours per week.

• Accompany the Viking Chorus (1st period), which includes 40-minute sessions on Mondays and Thursdays, a 40-minute session every other week on Wednesdays, and 30 minutes of preparation time. This totals approximately 2 - 2.5 hours per week.

• Accompany the Ninth Grade Choir (2nd period) in performances and the final three classes/rehearsals before a concert.

• Collaborate with the Vocal Music Teacher to enhance the learning experience for students and ensure successful performances.

• Adapt to various musical styles and prepare open scores and piano accompaniments.

• Attend and perform in all scheduled concerts and performances.

• Additional playing opportunities with the fall musical, spring solo, and small ensemble clinics and state festival.

­ • Proven experience as a collaborative pianist, preferably within a school or choral setting.

• Knowledge of a wide range of musical styles and genres.

• Excellent sight-reading skills.

• Ability to quickly learn and perform new pieces of music.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A high degree of reliability and professionalism.

• Flexibility to accommodate the varying schedule of rehearsals and performances.

• A bachelor’s degree in music or a related field is preferred.

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Decorah High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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• Paid vacation and holidays.

• 401K • Health and Dental insurance

Interested parties please call Dewey Brincks at

1. Includes extremes of temperature and humidity.

2. Hazards include exposure to communicable diseases.

Benefits:

Preferred candidates with good working experience and construction background. Must have valid drivers license.

Competitive wage based on experience.

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• Valid driver’s license • Understand mechanical equipment, hydraulics, electricity, and other system functions • Possess good judgement, drive, a focus on quality and demonstrate dependability • Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds, bend/crouch regularly, be on feet for long periods of time, work outside in most weather conditions

Looking for FULL TIME CARPENTERS - Build new homes, framing, repair work, installation of doors, windows, & other duties assigned.

Also for a FULL TIME CABINET MAKER FINISHERS to work in the cabinet shop to build custom cabinets and install them.

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Home Every Monday - Friday 1. Provides appropriate emergency care of illness or injury to students and staff info@olsonexp.com Home every weekend. in accordance with school district policy and procedure, and as directed by the ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Equal Opportunity Employer RN. Apply at Olson Explosives, Inc. Call Larry Orvella 563-380-0322 or -code1837 Trout Run Rd, Decorah 2. Assists in the control of communicable diseases according to procedures.

563-382-9804 www.olsonexp.com 3. Administers oral, inhaled, rectal and topical medications to students as info@olsonexp.com delegated by the RN, Injectable medications may be given only in an emergency.

Equal Opportunity Employer a. On receiving new medication with prescriber’s written order and parent’s BUSINESS -codeBUSINESS permission, notifies the RN. OPPORTUNITY b. Consults with the RN regarding dosage, schedule for administration, side OPPORTUNITY

effects, expected effects, and other pertinent data regarding medication. c. Keeps accurate records of medications brought to the Health Office and records each administration of medication in the individual Student Medication Record.

MISCELLANEOUS 4. Maintains confidentiality of information learned regarding students and MISCELLANEOUS Decorah High School seeks a part-time Vocal Music Collaborative Pianist to their families. support our thriving music program. The successful candidate will play a crucial 5. Notifies RN and building Principal of serious incidents, significant health role in our Concert Choir and Viking Chorus classes, as well as during various problems and possible child abuse. rehearsals, concerts, and other music-related events. The pianist will work closely 6. Exhibits knowledge of job limitations and accepts supervision.

LOST with the Vocal MusicAND Teacher and students, providing essential support in enhancingFOUND the students’ musical skills.

7. Performs all other health-related work delegated or required to accomplish LOST AND the objectives of the total school health program.

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Free to the first person who can pick up in West Decorah: complete 36 volumes ofGARAGE 1964 Encyclopedia Britannica in excellent condition, including one volume of index and 12 volumes of annual year books from 1965 SALES through 1976.REAL ESTATE

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St. Wenceslas Church. Spillville, June 7, 7am-1pm. Sale held at ESTATE St. Teresa REAL School, 208 Church St. Books, garden tools, kitchen items, FOR SALE toys, small desk, lots and lots of miscellaneous. Czech & Dvorak items from an estate.

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Hearing Loss Study Seeking Participants!

We’re looking for participants for a special promotion being conducted as part of a local outreach study in your area. Early hearing loss treatment is essential. The tide is turning, and more and more people are recognizing the value of treating even mild hearing loss. Yet, people still wait an average of seven years to treat their hearing loss.

Why get tested and treated if you’re still able to get by? Here are the reasons:

• Better hearing may protect you from dementia, guard against depression and help you stay socially active.

• Hearing aids today are so advanced they make it possible for most people to hear in very crowded, noisy situations.

• Early intervention “trains” your ears when they are most able, setting you up for more effective treatment and better hearing.

• The hearing checkup is free and painless.

You will receive a FREE* hearing evaluation and a FREE* Video Otoscope Inspection. A Video Otoscope is a tiny camera that is placed just inside your ear canal – much like your doctor does with a hand-held Otoscope during a check-up. It’s completely painless and will allow us to see whether Would you be willing to take a pair home to try them out and let us know what you think?

We will have a pair of new Miracle-Ear hearing aids for you in our office and will set them up for your hearing so you can take them home with you and experience the difference. Then just come back and share your thoughts!

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Students repurpose Legos to spark creativity in others Inspired by a California teen’s nonprofit called Pass the Bricks, Decorah teacher librarian Shannon Horton launched a local effort to recycle donated Lego bricks into custom kits for children in need. With help from students, the bricks were cleaned, sorted and rebuilt into one-of-a-kind Lego sets.

The first donation of more than 25 kits was delivered to Postville Elementary students in May. Some sets were even tailored to the community, such as a set resembling the Postville Fire Department.

“My students loved picking out their favorite kit - a space ship or store or basketball court,” said Rachel Sandhorst, a counselor at the Postville Community School District. “The recipients are excited to take home their kits to play with this summer.”

What began as a Decorah Middle School mini-course project has now expanded,

Cool off with homemade ice cream during June Dairy month Pictured here are Decorah High School National Honor Society members who participated in Pass the Bricks. (Photo submitted)

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This charming home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and an impressive +/- 1,100 sq. ft. of garage space—perfect for all your toys and storage needs. An open and inviting layout welcomes you with warm touches like a cozy fireplace, while outside, you can unwind on the rebuilt front porch or entertain guests on the spacious deck. Ideally situated near the High School, Downtown, the scenic bike trail and Upper Iowa river, you’ll enjoy both convenience and community. Don't miss your chance on this gem call today!

Fantastic property in Northeastern Winneshiek County next to Pine Creek wildlife area in the heart of trout and whitetail country. +/- 66 acres with +/- 36 acres of woods and +/- 30 acres CRP (CP25) producing $161.05/acre, multiple springs on the property. This property is an outdoorsman’s dream!

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orah is now one of three Iowa sites — and one of more than 100 worldwide — participating in the effort to spread

Ice cream is an indulgence few people can resist. With a vast array of flavors to tempt any palate, ice cream is popular yearround, but particularly so when the mercury rises. Few desserts can cap a hot day better than a few scoops of thick and frosty ice cream.

The supermarket freezer case or a local ice cream shop may offer plenty of ice cream options, but ice cream also can be prepared at home with some patience and quality ingredients.

This recipe for “Meyer Lemon-Buttermilk Ice Cream” marries the chill of ice cream with summer citrus. A Meyer lemon is a hybrid of a lemon and a mandarin orange, offering a unique balance of citrus flavor. Enjoy this recipe, courtesy of “Chocolate Obsession: Confections and Treats to Create and Savor” (Stewart, Tabori & Chang) by Michael Recchiuti & Fran Gage.

1⁄3 cup whole milk

6 extra-large egg yolks

1¼ cups (10 ounces) buttermilk, chilled Stir the cream and 1⁄3 cup of the sugar together in a small saucepan. Finely grate the zest from the lemon into the pan.

(The lemon can then be juiced as part of the 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.) Scrape the vanilla seeds from the bean into the pan and then add the bean. Bring the cream to a boil over medium heat. Turn off the heat, cover the top of the pan with plastic wrap, and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate overnight.

The next day, strain the cream through a fine-mesh sieve and return to the saucepan. Add the milk. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

While the cream mixture is heating, combine the egg yolks and the remaining 1⁄3 cup sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is pale and thick and forms a ribbon when the whip is lifted from the bowl, 3 to 5 minutes.

Switch the mixer to low speed. Slowly pour the hot cream mixture into the bowl and beat just until combined. Do not beat to a froth.

Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard coats a spoon and registers 160 F on an instant-read thermometer, about 5 minutes.

Pour through the fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the custard overnight.

The next day, add the buttermilk and lemon juice to the custard and stir to mix. Churn the custard in an ice-cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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