Herald 2012-05-30 by Jason Meyer

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Annual Memorial Day observance held at St. Paul’s Fellowship Hall

A Salute to the Honored

This Monday, May 28, members of Postville’s Arthur F. Brandt American Legion Post #518 send off three volleys in honor of those veterans who have passed on.

SHARON DRAHN NEWS EDITOR

Paul Snyder, Pastor at Frankville and Bethlehem Presbyterian Churches, was the speaker at the Memorial Day Service held Monday morning at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Snyder, whose father served in the armed services during the Viet Nam conﬂict, told those present that 80% of Americans don’t know the true meaning of

Memorial Day. Although, he said, spending time with family and enjoying boating and a barbecue are enjoyable activities, they are not the reason we celebrate. He noted that we must remember to honor those who fought for our freedom stating that 43,000,000 Americans have served in the armed services during wartime and over 1,000,000 did not make it home. He told those present how

his father was wounded in Viet Nam and spent three months in the hospital, with his mother not knowing if he was alive or dead. He reiterated the fact that sometimes prayer is the only thing that a family has when a loved one is in harm’s way. He said, “Even though my dad was wounded, after his recovery he had to go back to Viet Nam for three more months of service. Yet, our family was lucky as many of those serving did not

return as they gave the ultimate sacriﬁce as they laid down their lives for our freedom. We, in America, are free to practice any religion we please while in many countries of the world, citizens have no freedom. Truly, freedom is not free.” He concluded by saying, “General Norman Schwartzkoff said, ‘It takes a hero to be one of those to go into battle.’” Snyder reminded those in the audience that everyone should take time to salute those who have preserved our freedom. Also participating in the program was the high school band under the direction of Shauna Marie Johnsen. Flags were displayed for each of the branches of the armed services while the band played the appropriate song. Master of Ceremonies Leigh Rekow read the ‘Honor Roll” list of all Postville area veterans who are buried in area cemeteries. Pastor Steve Brackett of St. Paul Lutheran Church gave the invocation as well as the closing prayer Following the program, the audience reassembled outside where the American Legion, who organized the program, presented a gun salute and taps was played by Cameron Sluiter with Amanda Lage providing the echo.

Big Four Fair, Hometown Celebration June 15-17 at Postville Fairgrounds

Monona Lions Club to bring back ‘Hay Days’ Saturday, June 16

Big Four Fair For the past 90 years, Postville has hosted the Big Four Fair, an event featuring participants from Allamakee, Clayton, Fayette and Winneshiek Counties. This year, the fair will be Friday, June 15-Sunday, June 17. Organizer Mike Kruckenberg said that the three-day event is a pre-show for the county fairs. “It’s a chance for 4-H kids to take their animals out and practice working with them,” Kruckenberg said. To register for the Big Four Fair or for more information, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/ allamakee.

The Monona Lions Club is resurrecting Hay Days, an event not seen in town for 20 years. The club hopes that the celebration will become an annual event. “We wanted something for the kids,” said organizer Dale Radloff. “This is all familyoriented.” Hay Days will be Saturday, June 16, in the Monona City Park. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. No alcohol is allowed in the park.

Hometown Celebration In conjunction with the Big Four Fair is Postville’s Hometown Celebration. In its second year, the family-friendly event began because organizers wanted, “to have a celebration for our town and to promote the Big Four Fair,” said Dawn Hernandez. The celebration runs Friday, June 15-Sunday, June 17. Friday, June 15 • 1-2 p.m. Set-up • 2-8 p.m. Inﬂatables • 2-10 p.m. Vendors. • Vendor entry forms are available at City Hall.

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Schedule of Events • 7-10 a.m.: Pancake breakfast at the Community Center, sponsored by the Butterﬂy

Gardens Trail • 8 a.m.: 5K run at the high school parking lot, sponsored by the MFL MarMac Booster Club • 10:30 a.m.: Parade: “Remember When,” featuring the Northeast Iowa Shriners, sponsored by Birdnow • Immediately following the parade will be registration for the Kiddie Tractor Pull and a performance by Uncle Sam’s Band in the bandstand, sponsored by FreedomBank and Bruns & James Insurance.

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Retiring first grade teacher Linda Hughes reminisces on lengthy career SHARON DRAHN NEWS EDITOR

Three Generations, One Teacher

Linda Hughes, who has retired at the end of the current school year, taught three generations of the Looney family in first grade. Pictured with Mrs. Hughes are Kayla (Berg) Miller, Teresa (Looney) Berg, Hughes and in front Harlie Kay Miller who was a member of Hughes’ last first grade class.

Linda Hughes, who came to Postville after graduating from UNI in 1969, has spent her entire teaching career at Postville Community Schools. However, with the closing of classes this spring, she has written her final report cards. Yes, Mrs. Hughes is retiring with the Class of 2012. Hughes, who began teaching first grade in 1969 commented, “I started as one of five first grade teachers and then moved to fourth grade for two years. I actually had some students twice.” For the past several years Hughes and Candis Frieden have been the only two first grade teachers at Cora B. Darling School. Although she took a hiatus from teaching to raise her three children, Travis, Toby and

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Kari, Linda was still involved in education. She said, “During those years, I started a daycare and preschool program and substitute taught kindergarten through eighth grade.” When Hughes returned to teaching full-time in 1984, she taught kindergarten, then third grade and back to ﬁrst grade where she has been ever since. She added, “I have taught all of the subjects except music and P.E.” The diversity, of course, Hughes said, has been the biggest change she has encountered here at Postville. She said, “With the diversity, our staff has had to show their ability to adapt in many ways. We have had to take many classes and workshops dealing with language, cultures and teaching children with English as a second language.”

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Primary Election Candidates Compiled by The Standard, Waukon

Two vie for Supervisor Nomination Please provide some background information about yourself. Bechtel: I’ve been married to Sandra for 12 years and she has been owner and operator of Mirror Images in Waukon for a number of years. We are parents of Hailey and Dekota, both in

Dan Bechtel

the Waukon school system. My parents are Dean and Sherry Bechtel and my grandparents are the late Lynn Halverson, Virginia Halverson of Waukon, the late Lloyd Bechtel and Neva Bechtel of Waukon.

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Dennis Koenig

Two Deputies seek Republican Nomination for Sheriff Please provide some background information about yourself. Grampovnik: I was born in Waukon May 24, 1970 to Jack and Judy Grampovnik. My parents moved to Lansing in 1969 where my dad accepted

John Grampovnik

a teaching position with the Eastern Allamakee School District. My parents both worked in the ﬁeld of education until they retired in 2010. I grew up in Lansing and

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Clark Mellick

Auditor seeks to gain nomination against two challengers Please provide some background information about yourself. Benjegerdes: I was born and raised in Waukon and am a lifelong resident of Allamakee County. My parents are Gene and Joyce Knox of Waukon and I have one brother, Steve Knox of Decorah. I am the proud mother of Brent (25), Britany (24), Brea (20) and Brooke (18) and grandma of four. I graduated from Waukon Senior High in 1986 and attended NICC in Calmar for accounting. I am a member of Zion United Church of Christ in Waukon and have served on various committees. Along with working as your Auditor, I also enjoy helping out at the City Club and Vet’s Club on occasion. I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, reading, softball, bowling, camping, ﬁshing and basically anything outside in the warm

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weather months. Beyer: I was born and raised in Waukon. My parents are Bob and Shirley Schulze and I have two siblings, Krista (Brian) McKee and Jim Schulze, both of Waukon. My grandparents are the late Marvin and late Helen Schulze and Norma and the late Jim Bloxham. I lived away from Waukon from 1991-2000 while I went to college and worked in Des Moines after college in banking and insurance. My husband, Brent, and I moved back to Waukon in 2000. I worked at Farmers & Merchants Savings Bank for 6.5 years mainly as a teller and bookkeeper. I then was the Finance Manager at Kitchen Krafts and have most recently worked at the Waukon Wellness Center, where I teach group

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Carriers, Pilots, and Planes

One veteran’s memories and stories of an interesting time in history

Editor’s Note: As we stop a moment this Memorial Day to reflect on those who have given their lives in defense of our country and the numerous veterans who have passed on, the Herald is again proud to feature Alvin Erickson, a World War II veteran from rural Postville. Here, Alvin shares his memories and thoughts on Carries, Pilots, Planes, and their impact on warfare.

Alvin Erickson for the Herald

Carriers A new weapon of war that came on the scene after World War I was the aircraft carrier, or “flat-top.” It was actually a floating airport. One of the first nations to have a practical carrier was Japan in 1922. In 1915, a young naval lieutenant, Isoroka Yamamotao of Japan predicted that a ship carrying

planes would be the “future weapon of war.” He was a student at Harvard. It’s ironic that he would be the one to plan the December 70’ 1941 aerial attack on Pearl Harbor, sending six carriers with 360 planes to a position 300 miles north of Oahu. In a relentless two-hour bombardment our Pacific naval fleet lay in ruins. The U.S aircraft carriers were not in the harbor, the closest were two days out from Pearl. Five nations had carriers in WWII. We had a dozen or so “major” flat-tops. The oldest was the USS Langley, built in the late 1920’s. It carried P-26 low-wing pursuit planes. Our new large ships included the “Lexington,” the “Yorktown,” the “Saratoga,” the “Hornet,” the “Wasp,” and the “Ranger.” There were also 70 or 80 smaller converted

Boeing P-26 Peashooter

The Boeing P-26 was one of the first carrier airplanes used by the United States. The prototype first flew in 1932, and were used by the Air Corps as late as 1941 in the Philippines. The Peashooter had a max speed of 235 mph, and serviceable ceiling of 27,5000 ft.

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20th Annual

CASTALIA TRACTOR DAY Sunday, June 10, 2012

* 9 am Church Service at City Park with special music by the Keystone Chorus (bring lawn chairs) * 12 pm (Noon) Parade (line up by 11 am) All entries

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Activities after the parade at City Park * Food by Bloomfield 4-H Groups * Shakes by Moo Mobile * 1-3:30 pm - Andyland Amusements * 1:15 & 2:45 pm - Music Performance by Fusion * 2 & 3:30 pm - Raffle drawings * 2:15 pm - Auction of pies & other items

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Postville Alumni Association Presents...

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carriers. Growing Up in the years between two World Wars In my “growing-up” years on the farm in the 1920’s and early 1930’s, when I would find time between farm chores, I liked to read ‘Westerns’ by Zane Grey and also war stories from The Great War (aka World War I). I especially liked reading about the air men in their “dog-fights” in the skies over France and Germany. I learned about “Aces” like Manfred von Richthofen, Max Immelmann, Ernest Udet, and Eddie Rickenbacker. The fact that their planes were already risky to fly, combined with the fact that they were attacking and being attacked by their enemies in the skies, made for short life spans, indeed, for the WWI pilots - maybe only 2-3 weeks of combat! I daydreamed of being a fighter pilot if our country was ever again involved in a war. War did come again... but I walked through WWII. I walked for most of four years, across many islands in the Pacific - those days made easier by the closeness of wartime friends. Flat-Tops In Combat On the 29th of May, 1944, our troop ship slowly moved out of the harbor at Pearl. When we were an hour out, a small group of men was called to the ship’s ward room and given information on our impending mission. We were to be part of “Task Force 58” - the largest show of power ever

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Council hears report of $3.4M Garden View appraisal Rachel Gull

Assistant Editor The Monona City Council held its regular meeting Monday, May 21, at the Monona City Hall. The council first heard from Rich Vander Werff of Vander Werff and Associates, Inc., regarding the recent $3,400,000 appraisal of the Garden View Senior Community. Vander Werff said he had analyzed a variety of factors, including the property’s occupancy, rates, replacement costs, life expectancy, quality, location, income and operating costs. Bob Penrod, of PeopleService, gave the April report. The council approved spending $1,200 to replace a PLC output card and $3,600 to replace three leaking water main valves. Brad Crawford, of Northeast Iowa Resource Conservation and Development in Postville is acting as the project coordinator for the Turkey River Watershed Project. Crawford explained that the project’s purpose is to improve water quality in the Turkey River. Water leaving the Wastewater Treatment Plant in Monona goes downhill into Silver Creek and Roberts Creek before reaching the Turkey River. “Upstream is where you can do the work,” Crawford said. “Once it’s in Garber or Millville, you can’t do anything about it.” Representatives from the city plan to attend an introductory meeting Thursday, May 31, at the YMCA in Postville. Police Chief Jane ScottQuandahl gave a police report. The council approved two weeks of vacation time and four days of personal pay for Policeman Byron

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Candidates sought for Allamakee County Fair Queen The Allamakee County Fair Board is seeking applicants for the 2012 Allamakee County Fair Queen contest, with this year’s fair running July 18-22. The contest will run similarly to that of the Iowa State Fair Queen Contest. There will be one formal interview conducted by judges. This is where the majority of the judging will take place. Coronation of the 2012 Allamakee County Fair Queen will take place following the “Allamakee County Youth Showcase” Tuesday evening, July 17 at the Pavilion building on the Allamakee County Fairgrounds. This event will begin at 7 p.m. At this event, each Fair Queen contestant will be asked to make a short presentation on highlights of her past Allamakee County Fair experiences. The winner will receive her Fair Queen Crown, and the runner-up will be named Allamakee County Fair Princess. All candidates will be a part of the 2012 Allamakee County Fair Royalty Team that will preside and assist at events at this year's fair. Additional entertainment at the Allamakee County Youth Showcase will include presentations from the Waukon Little Switzerland FFA chapter, as well as 4-H members named as winners of educational communications, ‘Share the Fun” skits and clothing events presented during 4-H

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Administrator Dan Canton said that the driving surface is the same size as other streets. Scott-Quandahl said that was the first accident on the street in 11 years. Resident Linda Knockel said that people park on the street infrequently, but, “I don’t think realistically there are any issues. I think it was an accident that just happened.” The council chose to leave the street “as is.” The council will host a FY2012 Budget Amendment Public Hearing Tuesday, May 29, at 6 p.m. in the City Hall. The proposed amendment will address the work on the Downtown Project, including work on water main valves and the replacement of fire hydrants, items not included in the original budget. City Administrator Dan Canton said that because budgeting happens long before a project actually begins, the city knew that amendments would be required.

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Hook. The council approved an agreement with Jason Fish and Good Fellas, Inc., allowing a street dance during the evening hours of June 16, as part of the Hay Days celebration. The council considered a letter from 14 residents living in the 300-500 block of South Page Street requesting the placement of a “Children at Play” sign. Residents cited the many children in the area and its proximity to Main Street. The council said similar signs have been installed, but that the issue simply seems to shift to a different area. Scott-Quandahl said that the police force would patrol that area more heavily to see whether it would have an impact on drivers. The council discussed the parking concern on the first block of East Maple Street. A recent accident brought up concerns that the street might be too narrow for parking. The street has no curb and gutter, but City

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Ten St. Bridget confirmands recognized at St. Mary’s St. Bridget Catholic Church in Postville recently confirmed ten adolescents. Front row, left to right: Pedro Lopez, Ana Gladys Camarillo, Rey Mucia, and Theresa Lensing. Middle row, left to right: Deacon Pat Malanaphy, Katelyn Wedo, Alejandro Nunez, Lindsay Buddenberg, and Diego Calderon. Back row, left to right: Archbishop Jerome Hanus, Trenton Plaht, Dallas Imoehl and Fr. Greg Bahl.

Club News West Post Project Club

Family Favorites by Fran Fran Schager For the Herald

Where does the time go, its already the end of May. School’s out, the swimming pool is open. The older I get the faster the time goes. There’s another driver on the road as grandson Chance turned 16, see I am getting old!

salmon with avocado salsa seasoning

This weeks recipes are good for your brain. Give your brain a boast with these 12 brain foods that help improve memory, mood, concentration and clarity. They are: blueberries, broccoli, salmon, nuts, peppers, dark chocolate, raspberries, spinach, strawberries, beans, carrots and avocados. If I have learned anything, I’ve learned that holding on doesn’t always make one strong; sometimes its letting go.

Brain foods: Salmon and Avocado

Summery salad

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil • 1 tsp. salt • 1 tsp. coriander • 1 tsp. cumin • 1 tsp. paprika • 1 tsp. onion powder • 1 tsp. pepper

Brain foods: Spinach, Berries, Almonds

Mix together dry ingredients rub four salmon fillets with olive oil and seasoning mix. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

avocado salsa • 1 avocado, peeled, seeded and sliced • 1 small red onion, sliced • 1 tomato, seeded and sliced • 1 mild hot pepper, seeded and diced (optional) • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped cilantro • juice from 2 limes • 3 Tbsp. olive oil Combine the avocado, onion, tomato, peppers, cilantro, lime juice and olive oil in a bowl and mix well. Chill until ready to use. Grill salmon 15 - 20 minutes. Top with avocado salsa and serve.

• 6 oz. baby spinach • 8 oz. strawberries (or raspberries) quartered • 1/4 cup plain, low fat yogurt • zest and juice from one lemon • 1 Tbsp. olive oil • 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar • 1 Tbsp. sugar • 1 Tbsp. poppy seeds • pinch of salt • 1/4 cup chopped red onion • 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled In a large bowl, toss together spinach and berries. In a small bowl mix yogurt, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, salt and chopped onion. Pour over spinach and berries, toss to coat. Sprinkle almonds and cheese. Make it a meal by adding cooked, sliced chicken breast. (Makes 4 servings)

Members of the West Post Project Club met May 16 at 1 p.m. at the walking trail garden plot where they worked in the garden pulling weeds and planting new flowers. After finishing a brief meeting was held. Roll call was answered by nine members and one guest, Diane Kruse giving a gardening tip. Members were reminded of the Master Gardeners plant sale May 19 at the Waukon fairgrounds. Donna told the group that the breakfast in a Victorian kitchen at the Villa Louisa Historic Site in Prairie Du Chien was also May 19. Happy Anniversary was sung for Donna Dull. The meeting closed with the club creed. Refreshments were served by Trish and Myrna. The next meeting will be Wednesday, June 20 at 1 p.m. at the home of Leona Mathews.

Engagement

Dahlstrom, Heitland to wed June 16 Dennis and Joan Dahlstrom of Waukon are happy to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Kallie, to Benjamin Heitland, son of Art and Julie Heitland of Postville. Kallie is a 2008 graduate of Waukon High School and works at Pinnacle Financial Group in Decorah. Ben is a 2007 graduate of Postville High School and is currently attending Upper Iowa University for Business. He is working at Design Homes in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin. The couple will exchange vows June 16, 2012 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Waukon.

Kallie Dahlstrom and Benjamin Heitland

Club News Grand Meadow Country Club

Bissell, Cahoon to marry

The Grand Meadow Country Club met Thursday, May 17 at the Shanti in Gunder. Members, treated to a noon lunch by hostess Karla Miene, were Emily, Lillian, Gwen, Marge and guest Doyle. A short meeting was held before being served. The next meeting will be Thursday, June 7 at Lull’s Park, in Postville, with a family potluck at noon.

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29 • Softball vs Turkey Valley

• New Hope AA & Alanon at St. Paul Church, 8 pm

• 8th/9th Softball vs Decorah at Decorah, 5 pm • V/JV Softball vs Dike-NH at Clermont, 5 pm • V Baseball vs Turkey Valley at Jackson Jct, 4 pm

• New Hope AA & Alanon at St. Paul Church, 8 pm

• V Baseball vs North Fayette at West Union, 4 pm • School Board Meeting, 6 pm • City Council Meeting, 7 pm

• New Hope AA & Alanon at St. Paul Church, 8 pm

• Memorial Day • Postville Memorial Day Services at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 10 am

• Postville Hometown Celebration/Big Four Fair • New Hope AA & Alanon at St. Paul Church, 8 pm

• New Hope AA & Alanon at St. Paul Church, 8 pm

at Clermont, 5:30 pm • V Baseball vs Kee at New Albin, 5:30 pm

• Blood Pressure Testing at Grand Meadows Glen, Postville, 9 - 10:30 am • 8th/9th Softball vs N.F. at Clermont, 10 am • JV Baseball vs Turkey Valley at Postville, 10 am

• JV Softball vs West Central at Clermont, 10 am • JV Baseball vs North Fayette, at Postville, 10 am

• JV/V Baseball vs Ed-Co at Postville, 5:30 pm • Softball vs South Winn at Clermont, 5:30 pm

• Blood Pressure Testing at United Methodist Church, Monona, 9 - 10:30 am • JV Softball vs South Winn at Calmar, 10 am

• 8/9 Softball vs Decorah at Postville, 10 am • V Softball vs MFL Mar Mac at Postville, 5:30 pm • V Baseball vs South Winn at Calmar, 5:30 pm

Cahoon. The wedding will be held at the Cahoon Family Farm in rural Monona Saturday, June 9, 2012. A reception and dance will follow at the Waukon Banquet Center in Waukon.

• JV Softball vs MFL Mar Mac at Monona, 10 am • JV Baseball vs South Winn at Postville, 10 am

• Garbage Pick Up and Recycle Day

• JV Baseball vs MFL MarMac at Monona, 10 am • 8/9 Softball vs Sumner/Fred at Sumner, 10:15 am • Garbage Pick Up and Recycle Day

• Garbage Pick Up and Recycle Day • Softball vs Sumner/Fred at Sumner, 4 pm • JV Baseball vs Kee at Postville, 10 am

• JV Softball Postville Tournament, 9 pm • Softball North Fayette Tournament, TBA

• JV Softball vs Turkey Valley at Jackson Jct, 10 am • 8th/9th Baseball vs N.F. at Postville, 10 am • Softball vs N.F. Away, 5:30 pm • V Baseball vs Sumner/Fred at Postville, 5:30 pm

Softball Roland 15 •Story Tourny, TBA

• JV Softball vs Waukon, at Waukon, 10 am • V Softball vs Central at Postville, 5:30 pm • V Baseball vs MFL MarMac at Postville, 5:30 pm

21 • V Baseball vs Valley at Postville, 5:30 pm

• JV Softball Postville Tourn., 9 am • JV/V Baseball vs Starmont at Starmont, 5:30 pm • Softball North Fayette Tourn., TBA

• JV/V Baseball vs Waukon at Waukon, 5:30 pm • Garbage Pick Up and Recycle Day

• V Softball vs Clayton Ridge at Clermont, 5:30 pm • Garbage Pick Up and Recycle Day

1- June

• V Softball vs Kee at Lansing, 5:30 pm • V Baseball vs Clayton Ridge/ Central at Postville, 5:30 pm

• JV/V Softball vs North Linn at North Linn, 5:30 pm • JV Baseball vs Sumner/Fred at Sumner, 10:15 am

• Froelich Tractor Days • V Baseball Jesup Tournament, 10 am

• Postville Hometown Celebration/Big Four Fair • V Baseball Valley Tourny at Elgin, 10 am • 8/9 Softball vs Central at Elkader, 10 am

• Hay Days, Monona City Park • Postville Hometown Celebration/Big Four Fair • SB Roland Story Tourny, TBA • V BB Valley Tourny at Elgin, TBA

• JV Baseball vs Valley at Elgin, 10 am • V/ 8th- 9th Softball vs Wapsie Valley at Clermont, 5:30 pm

• JV Baseball vs Clayton Ridge/ Central at Garnavillo, 10 am

• JV Softball Riceville Tournament, TBA • V Softball Decorah Tournament, TBA

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Iva Nell Carr, 88 Iva Nell M. Carr June, 29, 1923 May 22, 2012

Iva Nell M. Carr, 88, Postville, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at the Good Samaritan Center in Postville, Iowa. Iva Nell was born June 29, 1923 near Postville in Clayton County, Iowa to Arbie and Hattie (Reinhardt) Rose. She was baptized August 11, 1923 and conﬁrmed March 21, 1937 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Postville. Iva Nell graduated from Postville High School, Postville, in 1942. Iva Nell married Nylo Carr on April 19, 1947 at the Little Brown Church in

Nashua, Iowa. They were later divorced. Iva Nell lived in Dysart, Iowa for two years. She worked for Deco in Decorah, Iowa and for Monona Wire in Monona. She also answered phones for the Postville Ambulance Service for many years. Iva Nell was a life-long member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Postville. Iva Nell enjoyed reading and going to the library. She loved cooking, cleaning and her Hershey Bars. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Her “Peck” grandsons referred to her as Grandma Cuckoo and her granddaughters called her Grandma Nell. Iva Nell is survived by

her children, Jeff (Julie) Carr of Cumming, Iowa and Julie (Larry) Peck of Ankeny, Iowa; grandchildren, Jessica (Jeff) Waldsmith, Chandler, Arizona, Jaime Carr, Charleston, S. C., Ty Peck, White Plains, N.Y., Thad (Alissa) Peck, Tucson, Ariz., Derek (Maren) Peck, Ankeny, Iowa and Chastity (Mark) Solomon, Liberty, Mo.; great-grandchildren, Megan Fogle, Andrew Waldsmith, Jack Solomon, Nicholas Solomon, Anja Peck, Anders Peck and Tripton Peck; she is also survived by her sister, Jeanette (LaVern) Johnson, Postville, Iowa and a sisterin-law Kathleen Rose, Sun City, Ariz. and many nieces and nephews.

Velma Rosberg, 79 Iva Nell was preceded in death by an infant daughter, her parents, and two brothers, Don and Merle Rose. Visitation was held Friday, May 25, 2012, at Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Postville, Iowa, and one hour before services at the church on Saturday. Funeral Services was held May 26, 2012, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Postville, Iowa. Burial will follow in the Postville Cemetery, Postville, Iowa. Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Postville, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left with: www. graufuneralhomes.com.

O Carl Meade, 80

Carl Meade August 12, 1931 May 23, 2012

Carl Meade, 80, of Hampton, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at his home in Hampton. Visitation was held at Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton Thursday, May 24. An additional visitation was held at Pedrick’s Funeral Home in Keosauqua, Iowa Saturday, May 26 with the funeral following. Carl was born August 12, 1931 in Upton, Missouri to John and Blanche Meade. He attended school at Cantril, Iowa. He served in

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the Iowa National Guard from 1948-1952, and the United States Army from 1952-1954. He was married to Mary Lou Shotten on July 12, 1952. Carl and Mary Lou had two sons, John of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Jim (Deb) of Hampton, Iowa. Following his military service, Carl worked as a lead lineman for Dairyland Power Company for 35 years. Carl retired in 1992. Following their retirements, Carl and Mary Lou became full-time RVers. They traveled around the United States spending winters in Arizona and Florida. They moved to Hampton, Iowa in 2006 to be closer to family. Carl was a volunteer

ﬁreman and served as Assistant Fire Chief in Postville, Iowa for 25 years. He was active as a Boy Scout leader. Carl loved the outdoors, spring time mushroom hunting, camping, woodworking, hunting and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Charles Meade; his sister, Betty Sears; a grandson, Patrick Meade; and nephews Thomas Meade, Larry Beggs, and Monty Shotten. He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Mary Lou; two sons, John and Jim (Deb); and four grandchildren, Jason, Jake, Annie, and Sean; and one

The family of Stanley Krambeer would like to thank the Monona EMT Squad, Monona Fire Department, and Joe’s Auto Body for their quick response and aid the day of Stanley’s car accident. Thanks to Schutte-Grau Funeral Services, Rev. Catterson for his prayers and message, Joanne Martins for playing the organ, and the Presbyterian Women for preparing and serving the dinner following the funeral service. Our family extends a special thank you to all the friends, relatives, and neighbors who contributed food, flowers, cards, memorials, and condolences. Your thoughtfulness was appreciated and will be remembered. Joyce Riggle and Family, Rita & Don Anderson and Family, Nancy & Ed Engelhardt and Family

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sister, Elizabeth Sedore; as well as other extended family members and friends. Cards and memorials may be left at either funeral home or mailed to Mary Meade. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of North Iowa or the Maple Grove Cemetery in Cantril, Iowa.

Velma June Rosberg June 11, 1932 May 21, 2012 Velma Rosberg, of Montevideo, Minn., died Monday, May 21, 2012 at the Chippewa CountyMontevideo Hospital at the age of 79. Memorial services were conducted Wednesday afternoon, May 30, 2012 at the Anderson Funeral Home Chapel in Montevideo with Rev. Donald S. McKee ofﬁciating and will be held Friday, June 1, 2012 at the Warner Funeral Home Chapel in Everly, Iowa, with Pastor Dan Taylor ofﬁciating. Interment will be in Lone Tree Cemetery near Everly, Iowa.

with her family and friends. She is survived by three daughters: Nancy (and Robert) Quarry of Sherman Oaks, Calif., Rhonda Derezinski of Spencer, Iowa, and Connie (and David) Johnson of Eagan, Minn.; four grandchildren: Adrienne Quarry, Daniel Derezinski, Nathan Johnson and Katie Johnson; a great granddaughter, Perla; two sisters: Anna Ott and Alma Olson, both of Spencer, Iowa; as well as by a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert in 2008; and a brother, Elmer Nath. Guest book available at andersonfuneralmontevideo. com.

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Jury finds Clayton County man guilty of manufacturing meth A Clayton County jury found Thaddeus Dylan Usher, 34, of Guttenberg, guilty of Manufacturing Methamphetamine. The trial began at the Clayton County Courthouse Wednesday, May 16 and the jury returned their verdict Friday afternoon. Co-defendant Kevin Francis Meder, 51, also of Guttenberg, had already pled guilty December 2,

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verdict in the Usher case, stand as a sign in bold print that the people of Clayton County are not going to tolerate involvement in manufacturing a devastating illegal drug like methamphetamine.” Usher was convicted of manufacturing less than ﬁve grams of methamphetamine, a class “C” felony. Prior to the trial County Attorney Heavens ﬁled a motion to seek two separate habitual offender sentencing enhancements due to the Defendant’s prior convictions for methamphetamine related

felonies. “I will be asking the sentencing judge to send Mr. Usher to prison,” Heavens stated. “Our community must be protected from offenses of this nature.” Sentencing in the case is scheduled to be held before a District Court Judge July 24, 2012. The Defendant was ordered to be placed on pretrial supervision with the Department of Correctional Services until he is sentenced. Mr. Usher was also ordered to participate in a pre-sentence investigation and complete a substance abuse evaluation.

CLAYTON CO. COURT Clerk of Court: Katrina Trappe, Decorah, operate without registration, $50 fine, $22.50 surcharge, $60 costs Yolanda Rodriguez, Cedar Rapids, speeding, $30 fine, $10.50 surcharge, $60 costs Clayton Hatinger, Lowell, MI, speeding, $40 fine, $14 surcharge, $60 costs Dillon Kuehl, Edgewood, fail to maintain control, $100 fine, $40 surcharge, $60 costs David Meyer, Edgewood, stop sign violation, $100 fine, $40 surcharge, $60 costs Leah Kane, Coralville, speeding, $40 fine, $14 surcharge, $60 costs Samuel Spitz, Lakewood, NJ, speeding, $80 fine, $28 surcharge, $60 costs Ben Mast, Barnett, MO, hours of service violation, $50 fine, $17.50 surcharge, $60 costs; safety violation, $50 fine, $17.50 surcharge, $60 costs; no Iowa fuel permit, $200 fine, $70 surcharge, $60 costs; no valid license, $200 fine, $70 surcharge, $60 costs Dan Havlicek, Monona, operation by unqualified driver, $50 fine, $17.50 surcharge, $60 costs Heath Stuckey, Prairie du Chien, speeding, $40 fine, $14 surcharge, $60 costs Lorraine Beaman, Long Grove, speeding, $40 fine, $14 surcharge, $60 costs Aron Weingarten, Postville, improper passing, $100 fine, $35 surcharge, $60 costs Darek Long, Elmwood, WI, speeding, $90 fine, $36.50 surcharge, $60 costs

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Postville Herald | Wednesday, May 30, 2012 | Page 5

Gluten-Free diets necessary for some, not all Sarah Brainard Marsh

most recent food trend is vegan, raw or gluten-free. As someone who looks forward to a new wardrobe each season, I can see how eating the same old thing can get boring. But cutting out entire food groups in hopes of achieving some great goal is like deciding to stop wearing shoes in hopes of creating super-strong feet. It is kind of nutty. Though there often are good reasons for limiting certain foods (allergies, doctor recommendations, etc.) jumping on the glutenfree bandwagon just because the movie-stars are doing it can be hard on your health. The recent super-stocking of gluten-free foods at

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Food is a lot like fashion, the fad changes with the season, the trends vary by country and the newest thing always comes from a faraway place. And, similar to fashion, the style that is in today will be out tomorrow in foods and what is the new “best way” to eat. In the 80s and early 90s low fat was cool in food. In the late 90s it was the carbfree approach banning bread and grains. Early 2000s brought the 100-calorie packs and the idea that organic is a must. And the

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McGregor meeting to discuss future of hunting, fishing, trapping

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting an informal gathering of hunters, anglers and trappers to discuss the future direction of hunting, fishing and trapping in Iowa. The meeting is scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday, May 31, in the Landing Reception Room, in McGregor. Anyone with an interest or opinion on the outdoors is encouraged to attend.

The Iowa DNR will present a brief history on hunting, fishing and trapping in Iowa, including success stories and issues on the horizon facing hunters, trappers and anglers. “We want to see a good turnout so we can have a frank discussion about Iowa’s natural resources here locally and across the state,” said Jim Jansen, northeast Iowa district wildlife supervisor for the Iowa

DNR. “We held similar meetings two years ago and received excellent input that was used to make decisions on where we as an agency should focus our efforts with our given resources.” Jansen said license buyers play a major role on outdoor improvements in Iowa through the fees they pay. “License dollars go to the Fish and Wildlife Trust Fund. That fund belongs to our license buyers. We

the huge group of people who are eating gluten-free foods just because they seem “cool.” But, a gluten-free cake mix is still a cake mix. Just like any other processed foods, glutenfree processed foods fall lower on the food chain. Though there are many natural gluten-free foods, such as fruits, vegetables, low-fat meat and dairy, corn products and nuts, taking a food that normally has gluten and removing it creates an un-natural food. For people with gluten allergies, it is necessary to eat these foods now and then to enjoy things such as bread, crackers or pasta. But for people with no medical need to avoid gluten, all you are eating is another processed food there is no nutritional benefit and in fact, you might be losing out on whole grains and fiber that wheat based foods can offer. As always, the age-old way of eating a balanced diet will win out. Eating more fruits and vegetables and less processed food will make you feel better and might even help you lose weight whether you can or cannot eat gluten. Try the naturally gluten-free recipe below and be sure to get your daily fiber in natural ways too whole grain pasta or bread, vegetables or beans!

grocery stores is the result of two things, the first being the increase in diagnosed cases of Celiac’s disease and gluten-intolerance. When a person with Celiac’s disease eats food that contains gluten (which is found in the proteins in wheat, rye and barley) the immune system attacks and causes damage to the lining of the small intestine. People with this disease must avoid gluten in order to feel healthy and balanced. Clearly people with this disease have a need to purchase and eat gluten-free foods. However, the second reason for the increase in gluten-free foods on the grocery shelves is due to

are the stewards of that fund making decisions in their best interest based on science, data and input from license buyers,” Jansen said. The meeting offers an opportunity for hunters, anglers and trappers to learn more about how their license money is spent and to discuss local priorities with DNR fish, wildlife and law enforcement staff.

Pre-heat oven broiler. Pour olive oil into a 10-inch oven-proof frying pan over medium high heat. Add onions and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened, about 3 minutes. Add asparagus, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, covered, until the asparagus is tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Pour in eggs and cook until almost set, but still runny on top, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over eggs and put in oven to broil until cheese is melted and browned, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Mississippi River Islands re-appear near Ferryville

Many boaters and other river users have noticed construction equipment in Capoli Slough, across from Ferryville, Wis. and five miles downriver of Lansing. Seven islands in Pool 9, River Miles 657-658, are being constructed by Newt Marine Service of Dubuque. This $4 million project is located within the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, McGregor District and is funded through the US Army Corps of Engineers Upper Mississippi River Restoration – Environmental Management Program. Since the creation of Lock and Dam No. 9 in 1937, many of the natural islands in this area have eroded and disappeared. Island loss allows more wind and wave action in the backwaters, keeping sediment suspended (turbidity). The suspended sediment in turn makes it difficult for sunlight to penetrate the water and reach aquatic plants. All of this results in the loss of valuable aquatic plant beds that migrating waterfowl and fish use for food and cover. Seven islands are being constructed as part of Stage 1, which will be complete in 2013. Stage 2, the final stage, is expected to begin in 2013 and includes constructing four more islands and a riffle channel for riverine fish and mussels. The islands will be built using material dredged from the main channel and from the Capoli Slough area backwaters. To prevent the new islands from eroding, rock will be placed along sections of shoreline and vegetation will be planted. The islands will help protect and enhance existing islands and aquatic vegetation in the Capoli Slough area and dredging the backwaters will create deeper holes for fisheries overwintering habitat. The riffle channel will create habitat for riverine fish and mussels. When the Capoli Slough Islands project is completed there will be eleven new islands and a riffle channel. Emergent vegetation will become established around the islands, improving

wetland habitat for fish and wildlife. This project will provide homes, food, and resting places for river wildlife such as migratory waterfowl, shorebirds, turtles, frogs, fish, mussels, beaver, mink, and otter Boaters and other river users should use

caution when around the construction equipment, which includes tow boats and material barges, mechanical dredges, and a hydraulic dredge with pipeline. River users are also asked to stay off the islands until construction is complete.

Flashback

Items of Interest from the Archives Five Years Ago – Postville Herald-Leader • Confirmed this past week at Community Presbyterian Church by Rev. Gary Catterson were Keisha Kerr and Daylee Mostaert. • Forty-three seniors will receive their diplomas at the Commencement Exercises at Postville High School. Student speakers will be Amanda Horns, Ben Heitland and Anastasia Lavrenko. Hanna Schutte, daughter of Brian and LaRae Schutte was named “Best of the Class.” Ten Years Ago – POSTVILLE Herald-Leader • Radio Postville will begin broadcasting in four languages to meet the needs of Postville’s diverse population. • Forty-six seniors are graduating from Postville High School. The valedictorian is Andrew Larson and salutatorians are Jennifer Lechtenberg, Suzanne Catterson, and Jill Boese. • Teachers who are retiring at the end of the current school year are Doug Herbon, high school band director; Rita Anderson, second grade; Neal Bishop, fifth grade; John O’Hara, high school social studies and Don Drahn, high school math. • The following girls participated in the state track meet, Erin Sheeley, second in the 200 and fourth in the 400 meter dashes; Anne Straate, sixth in the shot put and Kelli Kerr, Erin Sheeley, Anne Straate and Danielle Heins, in the sprint medley relay. Twenty-Five Years Ago – Postville Herald • Confirmed May 3 at Zion Lutheran Church in Castalia by Rev. Howard Wolfgram were Todd Mundt, Stacy Green and Robert Gross. • Jane Anderson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Moser, graduated from the Physician’s Assistant Program, College of Medicine, University of Iowa this weekend. • The newly inducted members in the National Honor Society are Eva Meyer, Nancy Guyer, Beth Imoehl, Lori Martins, Russell Brandt, Mike Foels, Jody Green, Sarah Stumme, Koral Foels, Dan Long and Eric Meyer. Fifty Years Ago – Postville Herald • Mrs. E. W. Kozelka attended the mother/daughter banquet at St. Olaf College with her daughter Wednesday evening in Northfield, Minn. • The grand opening of Berg’s Coffee Shop in Frankville will be held Friday, May 11 and will feature free coffee, doughnuts, chocolate milk and pop. • Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Luhman returned Monday night from Louisville, Kentucky where they had attended the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. • Mr. and Mrs. Keith Kerr and Cindy and Mrs. Joyce Kerr spent Saturday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Ray Kohler and family in Glidden. Mr. Kerr and Mrs. Kohler had been friends in Korea.

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Letter to the Editor Koenig’s got my Vote

After attending the Allamakee County Republican Candidate Debate last week, I felt it was important to encourage ALL voters to get out and vote Tuesday, June 5 for their choice of the Republican candidate for Allamakee County Supervisor. I was extremely impressed with Dennis Koenig and what he represents that would benefit

Letter to the Editor

In Support of John Grampovnik

As with any election, electing the correct candidate is crucial to the well-being of our community of Allamakee County, as well as our communities in Allamakee County. In the case of the

the citizens of Allamakee County. Dennis has the knowledge, the experience and the desire to be an excellent county supervisor. Dennis has the ability to listen and visit with people of all ages. He cares what people have to say and during these tough times he will be fiscally responsible. Dennis has farmed for 30 years in Allamakee County and has a business in seed corn and soybean treatment. He understands the impact agriculture has in our communities. Dennis has served on many boards

and has the experience of working with large budgets. He has a heart for kids and he is committed to building healthy families. Dennis has the time, enthusiasm and the leadership skills to provide a positive impact on the residents of Allamakee County. Dennis Koenig has been my friend for many years and I am proud to encourage you to vote for him on Tuesday, June 5.

Sheriff’s election, this importance includes public safety. After being involved in law enforcement for seven years in this county, I have had the pleasure of working closely with both candidates who are running for sheriff. Although both are professional, I feel John Grampovnik has the years of experience and the knowledge to not only run our sheriff’s office effectively, but provide a

higher level of public safety that our county deserves. John Grampovnik has over 18 years of experience working in law enforcement in this county. John is not a “politician” and never will be. He makes reasonable and responsible decisions and always has the best interest in public safety. John’s integrity is unmatched and he simply does things for the right reasons at all times.

Celebration | Events planned for entire June 15 weekend From Front... • 4-6 p.m. Classic Cars at Moore’s IGA • If interested in displaying a classic car, conact Laura Lubka at 563-3793677. • The Waukon Tractor Club will also be a part of the parade and will host a tractor contest. To enter or for more information, contact Conrad Meyer at 563-880-7762. • 6 p.m. parade line-up • 7 p.m. parade

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If you have a chance to have a conversation with him, this will be immediately evident. He is an amazing leader and is true to his character and beliefs. John Grampovnik is financially responsible and does not, and will not make unreasonable purchases on the tax payer’s dime. Perhaps this is why current Sheriff Tim Heiderscheit appointed him as Chief Deputy nine years ago,

• Parade registration form have been sent to local businesses, but additional forms are available at City Hall. • 8 p.m. Little Miss/Mister Postville • 9 p.m. to midnight: musical entertainment featuring the Yellow River String Band Saturday, June 16 • 1-2 p.m. set-up • 2-8 p.m. inflatables • 2 p.m.-midnight Kickball Tournament • Cost is $10 per person,

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with fewer than 10 people per team. The first place team will win a prize. Raffle tickets will also be available for prizes donated by local businesses. All proceeds will benefit the Postville Police Department K-9 unit and the Hometown Celebration. To enter or for more information, call Kristy Salinas at 563-379-0009. 2-4 p.m. McAbee, comedian/musician 2-8 p.m. Face painting and balloon animals 4- 9 p.m. open stage 9 p.m. to midnight: musical entertainment featuring a Mariachi Band

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Frankville Presbyterian Paul Snyder, Student Pastor Check your church calendar for announcements Sunday, June 3: 10 am Coffee Hour with JoAnne Bodley’s Group Servings; 11 am Worship Community Presbyterian Postville Rev. Gary Catterson Sunday, June 3: 8:45 am Bible Study; 9 am Deacons; 10 am Worship; 11 am Deacons Serving Fellowship Tuesday, June 5: 7 pm Bible Study Wednesday, June 6: 12 pm PW Luncheon St. Bridget, Postville St. Mary, McGregor St. Patrick, Monona Fr. Greg Bahl Mass Schedule St. Bridget, Postville Friday, 9 am; Saturday, 4:30 pm; Spanish Mass, 6:30 pm 1st and 3rd Saturday St. Patrick, Monona Tuesday, 7:30 am; Thursday, 7:30 am, Sunday, 10 am St. Mary’s, McGregor Wednesday, 8:30 am; Sunday, 8:00 am Zion Lutheran Castalia David Lenth, Pastor Check your calendar and bulletin for additional announcements Thursday, May 31: 6:30 pm

Hughes | Retiring teacher reflects From Front...

She went on, “Our school day has changed from being mostly selfcontained instruction to having children rotating in and out of class for part of their instruction. Many of the excellent educational trends we are incorporating into our curriculum today are improvements on the tried and true and proven practices from the ‘old days’ such as CGI (math problem solving) Daily Five (reading and writing) and The Rule of Three (vocabulary instruction).” When asked to recall memorable teaching moments, Hughes was quick to mention “Show and Tell.” She explained, “Show and Tell has been very informative and funny throughout the years. My lips are sealed on what has been shared. The funniest event was when a student brought a hamster for us to keep at school. She was sure it was a male hamster. A week or so later the hamster seemed cranky and nipped anyone trying to hold him, then we noticed an unusual

smell coming from the hamster area. Our ‘male’ had babies. The babies grew and became very good at escaping from the cage. We would find them in other parts of the room and even other parts of the building. Some very lucky children got to take hamsters home that year. The guinea pig and snake were no problem!” Hughes, who has had multiple generations of more families than she can remember, this year had a third generation of the Looney family. Having first taught Teresa (Looney) Berg in first grade, several years later she had Teresa’s daughter Kayla (Berg) Miller and this year she has Kayla’s daughter Harlie Kay Miller. She said, “As far as any of us ‘old timers’ can remember this is the first time this has happened.” When asked about the three generations, she said, “I would have to say I got along very well with all three of them. It is fun to catch up with a family through the next generation of first graders.” Being a life-long educator, Hughes admits she will miss many aspects

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Sunday, June 3: 10:30 am Sunday School; 11 am Worship; 12:30 pm Fellowship Meal; 1:30 pm Bible Study St. John Lutheran, Luana Rev. Harold R. McMillin, Jr. Sunday, June 3: 10 am Worship/Eucharist; 11 am - 2 pm 10th Annual Chicken Dinner at Church Monday, June 4: Bible Camp Registrations Due Tuesday, June 5: 9 am Hope at Good Sam; 12:30 pm Faith at Jean’s; 1:30 pm Joy at Church Forest Mills United Methodist Rev. Richard Iles

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of teaching. She said, “I will miss seeing the ‘Aha, I get it!’ looks from my students. I will miss class discussions, questions and information we shared. I will miss the innovations that are becoming a part of education. The Smart Board. I was just starting to have a lot of fun using it. I will also miss my friends very much.” There are things, however, she will not miss. saying, “I will not miss the big class sizes because it is so hard to meet the needs of all the students. I will not miss redoing and rewriting the latest state expectations again and again and again.” Technology, Linda said, has made her job simpler. Dating herself, she said, “I remember the purple copies and the film projector and typewriters. Students today have so many more resources at their fingertips

and a way to document and share it. Now that we have the Smart Boards, a whole class can view and interact with a lesson on the internet.” Although she will not be getting up each morning to go to school, Hughes intends to find plenty to do to keep busy. Hughes and her husband, Ron live in Luana where they enjoy their newly landscaped yard. She added, “My husband and I plan to travel some, spend time with the grandchildren and our parents, read, golf, play bridge and just do whatever seems interesting. I do not plan to substitute, but I might consider volunteering at some point.” Enjoy your retirement Mrs. Hughes and cherish the memories of time spent sculpting the minds of Postville area children.

Gratitude Is a Social Virtue Gratitude has the power to transform our lives. We can go from feeling sad, lonely and self-pitying to happy, connected and blessed to be alive in no time at all. One of the reasons why this is the case is that gratitude is almost always directed towards other people. We should be thankful for what others have done for us or have given to us, or simply that they have been there for us in a time of need. This connection with other people is very powerful and gratitude often immediately connects us with others. Though we tend to think of the individual as the basic unit or atom of the larger society, an isolated and unconnected individual is very atypical. To paraphrase Aristotle, only a god or a monster would live apart from all society. Some gratitude exercises which work well are to think of people you are thankful for but who you haven’t actually thanked, and then send them a short thank you note, e-mail or text message. Another one which works well is to keep a gratitude journal, where you write down what you are thankful for at the end of each day. A related exercise is to think about what went well during the day and why, and to write about that.

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Sonny Thomas, 76, is the September ResiBetty Hogan, who has called the Good dent of the Month at the Postville Center of the Samaritan Society, Postville Center, home for two years, was raised in the Caledonia,Good Samaritan Society. Thomas, who came to the Center after breakMinn. area. ing his hip one year ago, has been a musician The former Betty Kubitz, who grew up nearly his entire life. on her parents farm, was third oldest of Although he never had a lesson, Thomas beseven siblings. She explained, “I had to help take care of the younger kids, but thatgan picking out songs at a very early age. Sonny said he left home at the age of 15 to pursue a was fine. They were good.” career in music. He said, “I started out playing Betty fondly remembers attending guitar and singing country music and I never country school in Houston County quit.” Minnesota. When asked about some of the great country When asked about her school years, singers of his day, Thomas said, “William Pierce Betty who will turn 90 on June 30, said, “We also had fun at school. I liked playingwas the number one singer. People should reball and skiing the best. I had my own skismember his songs such as ‘Slowly’ and ‘Live and so did my brother. The younger kids Fast, Love Hard and Die Young.’” Having traveled throughout the country, got their own when they had the money.” Other fun activities that the teenager Thomas explained that he played with the Don Gibson Band in night clubs and dance halls. The participated in included dancing and Donthey Gibson as other a member, had aBand, dairy with herd, Sonny hogs and picnics. She commented, “We went to played in Nashville along side other Country livestock. She also recalled having a dances all over. I remember going to New large garden and cooking big meals when Albin, Eitzen, White Springs and even as Bands. said he had the pleasure of meeting Willie Nelson and hearing him play manywood times. they had men at their place sawing far He as LaCrosse.” Dolly and Stella Parton were also stars that Sonny had the pleasure of meeting. He felt or harvesting crops. She added that she After completing her schooling, Betty fortunate to meet them at a talent show in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. always baked a fresh pie each week for worked for her folks on the farm. She Other celebrities he had met through his performing days were Buck Owens and Roy Sunday dinner. She also made homemade recalls milking the cows, tending the Clark who were on Television’s Hee Haw. bread. chickens and working in the garden. Another proud moment Thomas was being on thewas same venue Glen CampCleaning a big dealwith on the farm as Not afraid to venture out, Betty recalled also bell. He recalled performing at the same place where Richard and Pat Nixon were guests. well. Betty remembered extensive spring worked for the Red Cross in Waukon Another funWith memory, was appearing on cleaning the Gongwhere Show.every He said, “We were and fall window and in the 1940’s. WorldSonny War IIsaid, in full called back for three auditions and I think we made $3.11.” every curtain was washed. force, Betty along with two of her sisters wasfriends, during went this touring phase to of his life thatThe Sonny alsoraised met the late, Hogans their twogreat girlsJohnny andIttwo to California Cash. Colleen and Connie, on the farm and work in the Air Craft Plant and Naval WhenDepot askedinifSan there was someone he would like to meet, he quickly replied, “George although they were expected to help some, Supply Diego. When asked Strait. He has had the most number one hits of any country star. I love his music.” the couple wanted the girls to be able to be what her job was she explained, “I did the After leaving the Don Gibson Band, Sonny had his own band, “The Sonny Thomas involved in school activities. book work. I always liked bookkeeping.” Band.” When the Hogans retired and moved She also recalled visiting with the soldiers After to California, wife, Bernice a night club. He said, in 1989inthey began to travel who wererelocating in the hospital when sheThomas had mettohisPostville “We met through a friend and started dating and got married in 1962.” extensively as they loved to take bus trips time off. While living in California, Sonny said he played music six nights a week in the Long and travel on Amtrac. Betty said, “We After spending 1944 and 1945 in Beach and Los Angeles areas. traveled to every state except four. We had California, Betty decided it was time to After Sonny and his wifeAs moved to Iowa to lots be closer to Bernice’s daughter, Carol of good trips. Riding the train wasDeermove back to the Midwest. the saying ing and her family, he began playing Buckaroos.” nice. We could get off at various goes, ‘Absence makes the heart growwith “Thereally He said, “I sat in with the band one afternoon in Gunder and started being a regular the points.” fonder’ and Betty was missing her soon to next night.” They also went in to Chicago as they be husband, Terry Hogan. He explained they played allthe over Northeastwere Iowahuge including Matter’s and The Chicago Cubs Ballroom and Chicago When Betty moved back to area, Cliff House. Bulls fans. Betty said, “Sometimes I still she and Terry dated for several years and He said, “I made a pretty good living playing in the band. We played country with a little watch the Cubs on TV, but not like we did were married October 24, 1953 at St. rock and roll mixed in.” when Terry was around.” Patrick’s Catholic Church in Waukon. He Jim Adam in theBetty, band.who also has four grandchildren Sheplayed added,with “WeClete had aRose nice and mediumAlong with singing and playing guitar, Sonny said he has written many songs. When and one great-grandchild, is surrounded sized wedding with a reception at the asked about his songs, he commented, “I wrote one pretty good song, the others were just in her room at the Center with pictures Hotel Winneshiek in Decorah and then OK.” of family. When asked about life at Good came back to Waukon for a dance. We He added, “The music to me.she I met became said,people “It is fiwho ne here. Theylife-long treat always loved to dance and industry I still do.was We good Sam, friends. me nice. I go out for Bingo and music. I danced to the ‘Big Bands’ like Tommy When not playing music, Sonny said he loved to enjoy fish. He going on if a van really theenjoyed music especially I gettrip a Dorsey.” with the residents to a man-made lake last summer. He said, “I wish I would have had a pole chance to dance.” Favorite dances she noted were the with Betty also enjoys outings when waltzme.” and two step. About life at the Center, Sonny noted, “Idaughter came here when takes I needed after my Connie her help shopping or hip As the his couple continued to dance injury. The people here are real nice. I have sung here a few times. They always request out to eat. She added, “Last week I got to throughout their married life, they went to ‘White Sport Coat.’” feed a calf on the farm and they took my Dreamland, the Heidelberg, Guttenberg or He added hewent enjoys being near his step-daughter picture.” Carol and her husband, Charles as Betty put it,that “We everywhere.” whoFavorite is also at the Center. Betty, who has a bright shiny smile songs included “Cab Driver” Although Sonny wouldn’t mind getting back on the road, and maybe even well, getting back and gets around exceptionally was and “Turn the World Around the Other into the music industry, he happily reports that the Center is a very good place to be when glad to visit about her life but was ready Way.” youThe need care. couple settled into life to complete the interview and get to the young Congratulations to Sonny Thomas our resident of the Bingo Month.game. Center’s on the farm, first near Monona and later Congratulations to Betty Hogan, this south of Postville where they stayed until Month’s Resident of the Month. We also Palmer Lutheran is Pleased to be the Sponsor of our Feature moving to Postville in 1989. wish you a very Happy Birthday. Betty farmed along side Terry where

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Improv

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Speech

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Reader’s Theater

The Good, The Bad, and The Pirates Congratulations to the Postville Fine Arts Students on a terrific year!

Congrats to the Postville Fine Arts Students on a great year!

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Nice Job Postville

Proud supporter of the fine arts: music, speech & drama students

Fine Arts Students!

“March to the Beat”

Great job this year on stage & off!

PIRATE POWER WASH

West Tilden, Postville Owners: Randy & Carrie Brock

PHS fine arts students, congrats on all the “Hardware” you’ve earned this year!

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OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES BY OUR SPEECH, DRAMA & BAND STUDENTS THIS YEAR!

We appreciate your “fine” contributions.

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Let’s Transmit the News: “Music, Drama and Speech are Alive and Well!”

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Congrats to all the Fine Arts Students at PHS!

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It’s our pleasure to support our talented young people as they earn accolades in music, speech & drama.

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“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward signiﬁcance.” – Aristotle “Music is enough for a lifetime but a lifetime is not enough for music.” - Sergei Rachmaninov

“Painting is poetry that is seen Congratulations rather than felt, on a and poetry great year on is painting stage that is felt and off! rather than Possibilities seen.” Sandra Hangartner 107 W. Greene St., - Leonardo Postville 864-7848 da Vinci FAMILY DENTISTRY 563-864-7818 111 E. Tilden, St., Postville

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Castalia Tractor Day June 10 Clayton voters have opportunity to expedite process Becky Walz ossian bee

The 20th Annual Castalia Tractor Day is set for Sunday, June 10. Events will begin at 9 a.m. with the Ecumenical Church Service with special music by the Keystone Chorus at the City Park. Community members are asked to bring their lawn chairs for the service. The noon parade will kick off the afternoon events with

all entries welcome. Lineup begins at 11 a.m. Following the parade will be food stands and the Moo Mobile by the Bloomfield 4-H Club, Andyland Amusements, musical performances by “Fusion,” raffle drawings, and a pie and other items auction. This year’s featured tractor is a 1960 John Deere 435 Diesel by Jeff Meyer. Parade Grand Marshals include Dennis and Donna Blumhagen and Ronald Ehler.

For the first time, Clayton County voters at the June 5th Primary Election will have the option of using an Iowa driver’s license or voter ID card to expedite the check-in process. “The scanners read the barcode on the back of the voter’s driver’s license in order to search for and select the correct voter. The process is fast and accurate, but it is the voter’s choice whether to use their driver’s license,” said County Auditor Dennis Freitag.

“For voters who do not have a driver’s license or choose not to use it, the precinct official will type in the voter’s name the same way they have done in previous elections.” Freitag added that the system will also work with a non-driver ID card from the Iowa Department of Transportation or a voter ID card from the county auditor. This will be the first major election at which the alternative check-in procedure will be offered.

Freitag said he believes the 42 Iowa counties using the alternative process are the first in the nation to scan driver’s licenses and voter IDs to check-in voters. The scanning process was developed by Cerro Gordo County as a recent improvement to the Precinct Atlas software program. That program has received two national awards and is currently used in 56 Iowa counties. For more information, Freitag at 563-245-1106.

Tractor Day Quilt

This quilt, one of two, made by Linda Monroe of Castalia will be raffled off at the Tractor Day event. They feature the Tractor Day T-Shirts from the past 20 years.

News Briefs Postville Garbage pickup

Due to the Memorial Day Holiday, garbage pickup for Waste Management patrons within the City of Postville will by Thursday, May 31 in lieu of the regular Wednesday pickup.

Donate Blood This Summer

LifeServe Blood Center is looking for volunteer blood donors to boost the local blood supply this summer. The number of blood donations typically drops during the summer, which can lead to a blood shortage. Blood donations are needed now to help maintain a stable blood supply. Waukon Community Blood Drive, Thursday, June 7 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Allamakee County Farm Bureau, 14 1st Ave NE. Harpers Ferry Community Blood Drive, Friday, June 8 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Harpers Ferry Community Center, 238 North 4th St. Sign up to save a life today. Schedule a blood donation appointment online at www.lifeservebloodcenter. org or call 800-287-4903.

Allamakee County Conservation Bd to meet June 5 The Allamakee County Conservation Board will hold its monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 in the Board Office at 427 N. First Street, Harpers Ferry.

Building Permit On May 25, 2012 the City of Postville issued a building permit to Shimon Malik at 12400 Springfield Dr. for a fence at an estimated cost of $4,000.00.

Veteran’s Employment Specialist A Veteran’s Employment Specialist will be at the Decorah IowaWORKS office June 7, 2012 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Services available include job coaching, vocational counseling, and referrals to employment, training and education opportunities. There is no charge for these services. For an appointment or more information dial: (563) 556-5800 or toll-free in Iowa: 1-866-227-9874.

ERickson | WWII Veteran shares aviation stories From Page 2... assembled in Pacific waters: 14 battleships (including the USS Iowa) 50 cruisers, 300 destroyers, and 52 flat-tops carrying 2,500 planes. There would also be troop ships for 70,000 Marines and 15,000 soldiers. With the Navy’s 400,000 crewmen, this amounted to nearly a half-million men. Our target was the island of Saipan - 1,500 miles from Tokyo We were told that, because of the heavy damage our warships and bombers had inflicted upon Saipan, the island should be ours in about seven or eight days of combat. The date of attack was June 14th, 1944... after seven days of heavy fighting we had advanced only four miles. It took 23 days of combat with 12,000 causalities to finally capture the island. The invasion of Saipan, so close to Japan, was a huge show of power alone - BUTan entire world away, and only a week earlier on June 6th, 1944 was the invasion at Normandy - with 12,000 planes, hundreds of ships with possibly a million men, plus the paratroopers behind the lines. The fighting on “two fronts” (not a recommended tactic in war) was led by a nation that, just four

years earlier, was a 4th rate military power that wanted to live in peace between two oceans. High Flying in a F4 Phantom The end of the line for ‘prop’ planes (like the P-51 Mustang with its 12-cylinder RollsRoyce ‘Merlin’ engine) came around the time of the war in Korea with the introduction of the speedy, high-flying jet fighters. One jet, the McDonnellDouglas F-4 ‘Phantom’ ruled the skies of the world from 1960 to1970. It was a big plane with twin-jet engines and an empty weight of over 14 tons, a top speed of Mach 2.23 (or 1,500 mph) that could climb to 41,000 feet in 60 seconds. It had a service ceiling (full maneuverability) of 75,000 feet, at the top edge of the earth’s stratosphere It was the highest performance aircraft in the world for nearly ten years. Jet pilot H.E. “Chic” Lang said landing the F-4 ‘Phantom’ on a carrier (at 150-200 mph) was, in reality, a “controlled crash!” Lang (my brother-in-law) was a Navy fighter pilot in three wars. He lost one plane in WWII to anti-aircraft fire; years later, while attempting to save a malfunctioning jet fighter, he was forced to make crash-landing. One day in 1965, Lang took off in his F4 Phantom

from Mirimar Navy base in San Diego, climbed to 35,000 feet, and when he was over the Mojave Desert (where ‘sonic booms’ don’t matter that much) he checked out all the instruments, and using the ‘after-burners,’ pushed the F-4 to an indicated speed of Mach 2.1 (over 1400 mph). He put the plane into a 45 degree climb for 50,000 feet and with the air, at this point ‘too thin,’ shut off both engines and coasted up another 12,000 feet. The altimeter read 97,000 feet .... the world record for “air-breathing” jet engines (not rocket-propelled) was 98,500 feet. On one side of the plane was sunlight - on the otherdarkness. On the far horizon Lang could see the curvature of the earth. The cloudless sky above - a canopy of stars - and sunlight on the Mojave Desert, nineteen miles below. Outside the cockpit the temperature read 100 degrees below zero. I have wondered - at the moment when the big plane reached its peak - was it weightless? Was there any sound? Did it completely stop for an instant? And, then slowly and quietly begin its headlong plunge to the desert floor, nineteen miles below? In its fall, the Phantom spun and rolled as the pilot began the complex

F-4 Phantom

The F-4 Phantom first entered service in 1960 with the U.S. Navy. Proving highly adaptable, it was also adopted by the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Air Force, and by the mid-1960s had become a major part of their respective air wings. The F-4 has a max speed of over Mach 2.2 (1,500 mph) and a serviceable ceiling of 75,000 ft.

procedure of starting two jet engines, falling seven miles before he leveled off at 60,000 feet; the plane, once again under his control. Lang had ventured to a place to which few pilots had ever been, nearly into the emptiness of outer space. Coming in on three engines... or two There is often some humor to be found in stories of human events. A WWII B-24 pilot, with whom I became acquainted, told of a true story that occurred in southern Italy at a heavy bomber base from where he had flown in 1944 and 1945. The four-engine B-24’s were flying from that air base on their bombing runs over southern Germany and to the Ploesti oil fields and refineries in Yugoslavia. They suffered heavy losses at times, but many B-24s would limp home on three

engines. There were also times when a B-24 would inform the tower that he was coming in on two engines which was possible only if they could ditch enough weight (throwing out armament or anything in the plane that could come loose) to maintain altitude. One day a frightening call came in: “I’m coming in on one engine!” Alarm filled the control tower... how could he possibly make it in on one engine? Soon the plane came into sight, and proceeded to make a smooth, uneventful landing... on one engine... because this plane, a P-51 ‘Mustang’ only had one engine in the first place! I wonder if the top brass frowned on this prank. He was, after all, telling the truth. He did come in on one engine! These were just a few memories of an interesting time in history.

sheriff | From Front... graduated from Kee High School in May of 1988. After graduating from Kee High, I moved to Waterloo and attended Hawkeye Community College and studied Police Science. In 1990, I completed my practicum with the Cedar Falls Police Department. Upon completion of my practicum, I received my AA Degree in Police Science. I began furthering my education and went to Upper Iowa University while working full-time at Omega Cabinets in Waterloo. In 1992, I moved back to Lansing and worked at Northern Engraving. In 1993, I was offered a full-time position with the Waukon Police Department. In 1994, I was enrolled in the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy in Des Moines. I graduated from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy in 1994. After graduating, I worked patrol for the City of Waukon and part-time for the City of Lansing. During my years with the Waukon Police Department, my duties ranged from enforcing traffic laws, protection from abuse, criminal, divorce and child custody issues. I also taught D.A.R.E for three years in the Allamakee School District. In 1997 I was hired by the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office as a patrol deputy. While working for the Sheriff’s Office, I taught D.A.R.E for the Eastern Allamakee Community School District. In 2001, I received my state certification for a Firearm Instructor from the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and taught firearms instruction to the Sheriff’s Office and several other local police departments. I used my expertise in this area and also taught the Concealed Weapons Permit classes for the citizens of Allamakee County. In 2003, I was appointed Chief Deputy by Sheriff Heiderscheit and the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors. During my years with the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office, I worked patrol, conducted drug investigations, investigated burglaries and sex crimes, and worked in the civil division, all while still maintaining the position of Chief Deputy to include the administrative duties the position requires. I have approximately 19 years of service as a Law Enforcement Officer in Allamakee County. Mellick: I was born and raised in Allamakee County. I am the son of Tom and Mary Mellick and grew up on the family farm near Waukon. My ties to Allamakee County run deep as my ancestors had settled here in the mid 1800s and I have many relatives and friends residing within Allamakee County. My wife, Sheila, and I have three children, Dillon, Abie and Andrew. I have an exemplary work ethic, a conservative belief and the ability to problem solve by finding cost-effective solutions to meet needs of Allamakee County. I am a graduate of Waukon High School. Following graduation, I was employed as a heavy equipment operator and mechanic for one of the largest general contractors in Iowa. I have achieved an Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Police Sciences from Hawkeye Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration from Upper Iowa University. While pursuing my college education, I continued to

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work in the construction and farming industries. Following college, I was employed in the juvenile justice field and worked within the school system as a liaison officer and provided community based programming to children. My employment with the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office began in 2004. Since this time, I have been involved in all aspects of the Sheriff’s Office and have continued to excel, gaining knowledge and experience to become prepared to accept the role of Sheriff. My responsibilities as a Deputy Sheriff have included patrol, civil procedure, investigations (narcotics and major crimes), accident investigations and reconstruction, ALERT Tactical Unit Coordinator, equipment acquisition and maintenance, policies and procedures oversight, dispatch and mobile information technology, and organization of the deputies' work schedules. I have also performed numerous administrative duties within the Sheriff’s Office as assigned by Sheriff Heiderscheit, including Jail Administrator. What motivated you to seek the office of Allamakee County Sheriff? Mellick: As a veteran officer of the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office, I have developed a strong sense of awareness of the need for strong leadership within the Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office is the icon of law enforcement throughout the county and should perform in a manner consistent with that. I believe that the Sheriff has a responsibility to the citizens to see that law enforcement responds to the needs of the public that they serve in a professional manner. I care deeply about the people of Allamakee County and believe that in order to continue to progress, it is my responsibility to step forward and ensure a smooth transition within the Sheriff’s Office. I have been well received by the people of Allamakee County and am dedicated to serve them with pride and passion. Grampovnik: My motivation to seek the position of Allamakee County Sheriff was derived from a personal goal that I had when I was in high school. I have always wanted to work in law enforcement. My goal was to work for a Sheriff’s Office and then, someday, after many years of experience, become a Sheriff. I feel that with my 19 years of experience in law enforcement, I have a lot to offer the citizens of Allamakee County. With this many years of experience, I have encountered numerous different situations that could arise and I feel confident that I will make the best decisions for the citizens of Allamakee County and the employees of the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office. I believe that listening to concerns of citizens and fellow employees and finding ways to ensure the highest level of service that can be provided is extremely important. As a potential Allamakee County Sheriff, what do you feel would be your ultimate responsibility to the citizens of Allamakee County? Grampovnik: I feel my ultimate responsibility as Sheriff is to protect the rights of the citizens of our county. The Sheriff is responsible to uphold the Amendments of the Constitution laid out by our forefathers. It is inherently important to protect these rights, to include protection

from federal government agencies, for example, our Second Amendment rights. I plan to be a strong leader to support our citizens of Allamakee County in a manner that is fair, courteous and yet impartial, while recognizing that we should all be treated with respect and dignity. I believe a wellmanaged office should make use of the most efficient and effective management and budgeting techniques to provide the highest level of service. I recognize that a Sheriff and his deputies make decisions that will affect citizens. Therefore, the Sheriff must possess the ability to be fiscally and morally responsible and make decisions that will never harm or discredit a citizen. A Sheriff should adopt and update policies and technologies to run an office efficiently. Mellick: I feel that as the only elected law enforcement officer in the county, the Sheriff’s ultimate responsibility is to ensure the rights of the people by upholding the laws set forth by the Constitution of the United States and by the State of Iowa and maintain lawful order. As Sheriff it would be my responsibility to ensure that law enforcement officers discharge their duties in a fair and just manner to all. This can only come from strong leadership that believes it is imperative to discharge our duties in the best interest of the people and public safety at all times. I have faithfully discharged my duties in a fair, just and professional manner at all times. I have always answered to the needs of the people of Allamakee County by making myself available to respond when needed. I have provided direction and assistance to law enforcement officers throughout the county during the course of their duties and will continue to do so as Sheriff. Do you agree or disagree with the current State of Iowa law requiring County Sheriffs to issue concealed carry weapon permits based on a standard set of criteria, and what impact have you seen that have in our county? If the law would ever be repealed and that decision-making responsibility return to the County Sheriff, what would be your standards for issuing concealed carry permits? Mellick: I don’t believe and hope that the current law is not repealed, but as the Sheriff of Allamakee County, I would not and do not have an issue with the current concealed carry law. We have not seen any issues with regards to concealed carry in Allamakee County from persons possessing a concealed weapons permit. The citizens that have acquired the concealed weapons permits have acted responsibly and do abide by the law. If the law were to be repealed, I would follow the guidelines as set forth by the Code of Iowa. I would issue permits to the citizens based on these requirements. I do believe in the people’s right to keep and bear arms as set forth in the Second Amendment. I would work with the instructors of the concealed carry classes to ensure that proper training is being provided to participants so that they are receiving accurate and up-to-date information regarding laws and safety within these classes. Grampovnik: I believe that the concealed carry law hasn’t really affected the way the Sheriff issues

permits in Allamakee County. I have worked for two Sheriffs during my career. Both of them have been strong supporters of our Second Amendment rights as well. We have always been and will continue to be a county that issues permits to carry to qualified citizens. If the current laws were ever to be repealed and the decision making responsibility returned to the Sheriff, I would continue to issue permits and defend our Second Amendment Rights. A concern I do have with the current way the State of Iowa has the law written is that they have taken the power away from the Sheriff and it allows citizens to carry weapons in establishments that serve alcohol.

D.A.R.E. Winners

These students were the essay and poster winners of the Postville fifth grade D.A.R.E. program. they are left to right: Litzi Marroquin, both poster and essay winner; Justin Hileman, essay winner and Drew Lubka, essay winner.

What challenges do you see facing the Sheriff’s Office and law enforcement in general in coming years and how would you address those issues as Allamakee County Sheriff? Grampovnik: The abuse of drugs and alcohol have and always will be a challenge for any law enforcement agency in the nation, and we certainly aren’t immune to it. One of our larger problems is the use and manufacturing of methamphetamine. Recently, there have been some very productive changes that have targeted drug and alcohol abuse, including limiting cold medicines that are commonly used for manufacturing methamphetamine. Making it more difficult to obtain precursors has no doubt contributed to declining numbers of methamphetamine labs in the Midwest. However, illegal manufacturers are continuously attempting to outsmart the criminal justice system and our investigative techniques. It is essential to maintain a proactive approach to this issue. Another challenge for Sheriff’s offices throughout the state of Iowa is the increasing number of mental health cases and the decreasing availability of proper treatment facilities throughout the state. Many times, the Sheriff’s Office is responsible for transporting these patients very long distances. In these cases, the Sheriff’s main goal is the safety of the patient, but also to continue to find costeffective ways to address this issue. Mellick: The needs of Allamakee County are ever changing and must be met. It is important to have the ability to respond to crisis and manage these professionally to achieve the best possible outcome. It will be important to work with the public and the Allamakee County Board of Supervisors to provide the highest level of service and maintain fiscal responsibility. Maintaining a communications center and county jail is a continued must for Allamakee County. We are currently operating from a facility that was built in the 1940s. Each year, our jail is inspected by the State of Iowa Jail Administrator and it has become increasingly difficult to remain compliant with jail standards as set forth in the Code of Iowa. I have worked to provide facility upgrades within our jail to meet these standards and keep operating costs low. I have found cost-effective solutions to meet these needs and have utilized local resources when possible. Utilizing technology has allowed the Sheriff’s Office to increase productivity and efficiency and meet requirements. As budgets tighten, the Sheriff will need to be creative when finding solutions to issues that arise and be able to work with

Fifth grade D.A.R.E. Graduation

Members of the fifth grade who graduated from the Postville D.A.R.E. program are row one: Victor DeHaro, Heriberto DeHaro, Wilmar Marroquin, Amina Mayzel, Maria Cortez, Jennifer Bernal, Kevin Soy, Jonathon Perez, Kerr Lois Bulaquena. In row two: Alissa Rose, Kelsey Mucia, Harrison Dehning, Mike Benson, Cecilai Garcia, Emma Heins, Cody Loera, Justin Hileman, Drew Lubka, Cole Walch, Katherine Munoz, Leslie Claustro. In the back are Levi Sanchez, Michael Root, Abby Weller, Egan Guerrero, Andrew Hernandez, Litzi Marroquin, Tyler Tessmer, Chief Mike Halse, Selena Terrones.

the Board of Supervisors to continue to operate and provide services in a manner consistent with those that the citizens have become accustomed to from your Sheriff’s Office. I believe that this is accomplished through fiscal responsibility and the ability to identify what is required and then be able to justify needs such as equipment, personnel, etc. I believe this is accomplished through research and awareness. The Allamakee County Sheriff’s budget currently operates at approximately sixty percent or less than that of the budgets of the surrounding counties and it is my intention as Sheriff to continue to provide quality services while maintaining this type of fiscal responsibility for the citizens of Allamakee County. In addition to your role as this county’s highest level of law enforcement, what degree of civil responsibility do you feel is appropriate for the holder of such a high office to his/her community? Can you provide examples of civil commitments you have made in the past or plan to continue or begin to make in the future, and how do you feel those commitments impact the holder of such an office in the eyes of the public they serve? Mellick: As the Sheriff and a citizen of Allamakee County, civil responsibility is a must. Your Sheriff should be civilly active throughout the county. Civil responsibility should be encouraged among all law enforcement officers on duty and off duty. This can be accomplished by simply being active in the community and being responsible to the citizens. As an Allamakee County Deputy Sheriff, I have identified needs throughout the county and have acted responsibly to address these needs through education and community programs. I have worked hard to developed programs such as Methamphetamine Awareness, Staying Safe, Safety in the Community, The 411 on Commonly Abused Drugs and the use of

Global Positioning Systems for Fire Departments, Emergency Medical Services and Law Enforcement. These programs have provided education to the public and community professionals, enhancing ability to provide critical services to the citizens of Allamakee County. As a citizen of Allamakee County, my family and I have been very active in the community. This is especially true with regards to the youth by coaching numerous youth activities, the creation of a parks and recreation soccer program and competitive soccer involving over 300 school age youth. I am a member of the Allamakee Community Schools Athletic Booster Club and have volunteered my time as a Boy Scout leader and within the church. I enjoy being active in the community and fully intend to continue this in the future. My family is active in the community and I enjoy working with the public. Grampovnik: The Sheriff is responsible not only for enforcing the laws, but just as important, ensuring citizens’ rights are not infringed upon. I strongly believe in everyone’s Constitutional Rights and have always been a big proponent of the Second Amendment, which is the Right to Bear Arms. These, along with all of our other fundamental rights, have to be protected and I plan to continue keeping these of the highest priority for the citizens of Allamakee County. It is essential to be firm when we have to be, but fair and consistent to everyone. I have always treated citizens with the highest amount of respect and I will continue to as the Sheriff of Allamakee County. It is important citizens feel comfortable with their Sheriff and I will continue to have an open door policy in my office. As a current Allamakee County Deputy, how do you feel your duties would change if elected Allamakee County Sheriff, and how do you feel that change would ultimately impact the Sheriff’s Office?

Grampovnik: My current position as Chief Deputy requires many of the same responsibilities as the Sheriff. One of the major changes from my current position as Chief Deputy to Sheriff would be having the ability to create a more positive environment for my employees. You become a product of your environment, so creating this positive environment for deputies, jailers and dispatchers ultimately produces better quality of work they put out. Employees need to be happy to stay motivated and motivated law enforcement naturally increases the quality of public safety the office can provide for the citizens of Allamakee County.

Mellick: As your Sheriff, it would be my responsibility to see that the needs of the county are met. I believe that this starts with the Sheriff and must be embraced by all Sheriff’s Office personnel. Moving from a Deputy role into that of the Sheriff would bring many changes for me. It would be my responsibility to see that the duties that I had performed as a deputy sheriff continue to be met. As Sheriff, I would provide direction and see that the deputies have the ability, training and attitude to effectively provide these services to the public. I would be available to law enforcement throughout the county to provide assistance and direction at all times. As an Allamakee County Deputy Sheriff, I have been called upon repeatedly, on duty and off duty, to respond to the scene and provide leadership and guidance when managing an incident. I have provided direction to law enforcement officers and first responders in times of crisis throughout our county and have proven my ability to manage these emergency incidents and work with others to achieve the best possible outcomes for the people and the county. It is my belief that during times of crisis, the Sheriff should be on the ground with officers and responders ensuring that all needs are being met.

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COIN, CURRENCY & FINE JEWELRY AUCTION Sunday, June 3 • 9 AM Preview: Friday 9 AM - 5 PM

THIS IS ONLY A PARTIAL LISTING. Jewelry - Remember Dad on Father’s Day!: Several Cuff Links, Tie Clasps and Watches for Men and a Sterling Horse Head Tie Clip; Carved Bone Elephant Charm; 925 Pendant w/Turquoise & Jasper; Swarovski Earrings; Mother of Pearl Antique Pin; Sterling Silver Thunderbird w/Turquoise; Vintage Prong Set Rings; Antique 925 Marcasite Earrings; Alpaco Mexico Silver/Mother of Pearl Earrings; Whiting & Davis Vintage Chain; Hobe Choker, Bracelet & Earrings; Many Sterling & 925 Marked Pieces; 10, 12, 14 & 18kt HE Pieces; 925 Rings; Cuff Bracelets; Many Designer Pieces; Hobe Vintage Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings w/Aurora Borealis, Rhinestone & Black Stone; Rope Pearls, Japan; Napier Double Leaf Necklace & Bracelet; Napier 17” Necklace; Monet Cameo Hat Pin & Earrings; Vintage Blue Faceted Stone Cameo Earrings; Several Lots of Aurora Borealis in a Variety of Colors and Styles, Beautiful Pieces; Vintage French Jet Rhinestone Earrings; Dress Clips; Hair Pins; Southwestern Jewelry & Hat Bands; Art Deco Jewelry; Bakelite Jewelry; Coro Jewelry; Garnet Necklace & Earring Set; Kenneth J Lane Jewelry; Enamel Pieces; Brooches. Coins: 1890 CC Morgan; 1945 WW II Coin & Stamp Collection, w/Very Rare Nickel; 1921 Peace Silver $1; Lincoln & Kennedy Truth Stranger Than Fiction w/Coins, Sealed; Last 10 yrs. of V Nickels, Framed; 14 Sets of JFK Uncirc Half Dollars w/stamps; 1868 Indian Head; 1969-D Roosevelt Dime, Slabbed; 1896 Liberty V; 2001 US Mint State Quarter Proof Set; 1873 Indian Head; Cased Set of 4 Barbers Half Dollars; 1963, 1964 & 1968 Silver Proof Sets, 1901-S Barber 1935-E Washington Silver Cert., Consecutive #’s; Multiple Proof Sets; Several Carded Coins. Auctioneers: Joe Gavle & RANDY WEBER

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Postville Herald | Wednesday, May 30, 2012 | Page 13

Auditor |

Supervisors |

From Front...

Denise Beyer

Pam Benjegerdes exercise classes. I am ready to return to full-time in an accounting related job and want to be the next Auditor of Allamakee County. I have been very involved with Christian Education and Praise Band at my church, First Presbyterian in Waukon. Also, I have been den leader for my son’s Cubscout den for four years. I also served as the Waukon Nursery School Treasurer while my kids were in preschool. I enjoy volunteering at school where I read with students. Deeney Snitker: My name is Lana Deeney Snitker. I am running as a Republican for Allamakee County Auditor. I am ambitious, outgoing and self-motivated. I am honored to offer my time and talents for public service. I grew up in Waukon. My parents are Tom and Diana Deeney. I have six siblings, Leah, Charles, James, Joey, John and Matt. I have been married for 12 years to Dustan Snitker, son of Kay and Darrell Snitker. We have four children, Kaedan, Meridian, Kyrie and Jared. I enjoy volunteering my time and staying active with my children. I’ve enjoyed being involved with many community service projects with the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. We are also involved with sports activities offered through Waukon Park and Recreation and Waukon Swim Club. I truly enjoy what the community has to offer my family and me. I am an active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. I have led the St. Patrick Parish and School in fundraising events allowing me to apply my strong organizational and excellent communication skills for a very worthy cause. I enjoy the time I spend at the Christian Experience Weekend. I enjoy being the Secretary and Treasurer for the St. Patrick Thrift store as well. I appreciate the diverse groups of individuals I’ve encountered throughout all of my life experiences. What are your reasons for seeking the office of Allamakee County Auditor? Beyer: I decided to run for Auditor because the duties of this job are in line with my education and the duties I have had in previous jobs. I enjoy working with accounting, budgets, payroll and working with the public. This job has all of these duties and more. I visited with some people about the role of the Auditor, the job responsibilities, and the campaign process and decided I would like the job, so I decided to run. I want to be able to serve the people of Allamakee County with confidence. Deeney Snitker: My background and education motivated me to run for Allamakee County Auditor. One of my favorite subjects in college was Auditing. Therefore, when I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) in Cedar Falls, I was fortunate to start working in public accounting assisting with

governmental audits. I was also responsible for assisting with the preparation of financial statement reports. I grew to like the complexity and uniqueness of governmental accounting and decided to pursue a career in government. Benjegerdes: I have been employed in the Auditor’s Office for nine and a half years, including the last three years as Auditor. I enjoy serving the residents of Allamakee County and strive to run the office as efficiently as possible while keeping the taxpayers and their dollars in mind. I feel my experience and knowledge of the office, and the county as a whole, will bring the continued courteous, efficient service you have come to know and expect from your Auditor’s Office. What skills, education and experience do you possess that you believe make you qualified to serve as Allamakee County Auditor? Deeney Snitker: I have a desire to continue learning and expanding my knowledge. After graduating from Waukon Senior High School in 1988, I attended college at UNI, Cedar Falls, and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting with a Minor in Spanish. Part of my education included a study abroad program in Valladolid, Spain. I am currently licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (Inactive) in Minnesota and Iowa. I aspire to activate my license and take continuing professional education courses in governmental accounting. This is so important with the changes that occur. I’ve worked in public accounting in Iowa and Minnesota for eight years and the private sector for seven and a half years. I have eight solid years of governmental auditing experience. I’ve assisted with County, City and School audits. This not only involves auditing and accounting for the entity but preparing numerous financial statement reports. I am willing and able to prepare the annual financial statement report required for the County. I’ve obtained strong analytical skills through my auditing experience. I strive for accuracy and efficiency in whatever I do. I work well with others. I am dependable and reliable. I am currently a second deputy for the Allamakee County Treasurer’s Office. I have obtained excellent verbal and written communication skills through my work experiences, especially the past six years in the Treasurer’s Office interacting with the public on a daily basis. Benjegerdes: Along with my nine and a half years in the Auditor’s Office and being your Auditor for the past three years, I have also been working with the public since my first job at age 14. I attended NICC in Calmar for accounting, where I also took Government Accounting courses. Before joining the Auditor’s Office, I was co-owner in Benjegerdes Machine and handled all the bookkeeping,

Lana Deeney Snitker payroll, A/R and A/P. I am hardworking and not afraid to put in the extra hours needed in the Auditor position. Beyer: I attained my Accounting degree from Simpson College and have 12 years of work experience in accounting, banking and finance. My work experiences, from larger corporate environments to small businesses and banking, have given me a variety of experience, including researching accounting errors, balancing ledger accounts, preparing annual budgets, paying commissions, customer service and payroll and disbursements/payables. At Kitchen Krafts I worked with a budget and reported monthly to management on the variances between budget and actual amounts. Through my college, work and community involvement experiences I have learned how to research problems and errors, work professionally with others, communicate effectively, and how to develop good working relationships with others. I learn quickly and look forward to learning the job of Auditor. What do you feel you can contribute to the office of County Auditor and/or the residents of Allamakee County if elected? Benjegerdes: If reelected, I will bring the knowledge and certifications needed in the Auditor position without a training period, along with the continuation of service you have come to know and expect from your Auditor. In addition, with the graduation of my youngest daughter, I will have more time to put into additional training, meetings and volunteering to better the service to our residents. Beyer: I feel I could contribute professionalism, organization and communication, and commitment to doing my best. My interpersonal skills would be very helpful when working with the public and other offices in the courthouse. I would also bring a good work ethic and a commitment to accuracy to the job. As opportunities arise for training and education pertaining to the job, I would be eager to learn and better myself for the duties of the position. Deeney Snitker: I feel it’s a privilege to have the opportunity to run for political office. I am organized and efficient, self-motivated and aspire to learn, and I have strong analytical and communication skills that I’ve acquired through my work experiences. My strongest contribution will be eight solid years of governmental auditing experience with financial statement preparation. I’m committed to doing the best job possible. I respect others and will continue to assist the public with requests and inquiries. I believe I have the qualities it takes to be the Allamakee County Auditor and am looking forward to serving the public.

I have one brother, Michael, who is a science teacher in LaCrosse, Wis. My sisters are NiCole, an online teacher, and Angela, who lives in Waukon and works in Decorah. I was born and raised in Allamakee County on a dairy farm and am a lifetime member of Zion UCC of Waukon. I graduated from Waukon High School and have worked at a sawmill, concrete construction, went on thirds with my parents on the dairy farm and bought the family farm, making it a fourth generation farm. We rent out the crop land and raise different kinds of animals. I’m a part-time bus driver and starting up a different kind of a business with my parents, Rainbow Quarry LLC. I am finding it an interesting learning experience. We bring animals up to Good Sam and to our church, Zion UCC, for Sunday School and church. I’m a member of the Northeast Iowa Bird & Animal Club that has three swaps a year at the Allamakee Fairgrounds. As a member of this club, we take animals to Lansing Fish Days and New Albin Days. I’m a member of the Allamakee County Republicans Central Committee. I helped the Veterans who gave a big thank you to the Veterans last summer. Since I’m not a Veteran, I help with the set-up and clean-up, helping out my dad, my uncle Jerry Halverson, and Robert Kolsrud and Jim Magner, who are veterans. I will be helping them set up and clean up after the Korean Veteran thank you in July too. I attend Postville’s VFW when able for their fundraisers, chili suppers and Christmas party. Koenig: I am a lifelong Postville area resident. I was born and raised on a farm in Winneshiek County, and have lived in Allamakee County since 1981. I am a 1971 graduate of Postville High School and served in the United States Army. I have been actively involved in farming as well as a seed dealer for over 30 years. I am the son of Ruby and the late Loren Koenig of Postville. I have been married to my wife, Sandy, for 38 years. We have two children, Misty and her children, Brett and Hailey, live in Cresco and Travis and his wife, Dawn, and daughter, Isabella, live in Decorah.

Fifth grade honors These fifth grade students have maintained a 3.25 GPA or higher and an 85% or higher on the Iowa Assessments in reading and/or math. They are left to right: Drew Lubka, Andrew Hernandez and Litzi Marroquin.

I served on the church council at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Postville for seven years, six as president. I was also a member of the Postville Community School District Board of Education for nine years and a six-year member of the board of Helping Services of Northeast Iowa, one year as president. I’m currently serving as a Post Township Trustee and chairperson of the finance committee at St. Paul Lutheran. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, spending time with family, golfing, hunting, fishing and traveling. What motivated you to seek a seat on the County Board of Supervisors? Koenig: I am a member of the Republican Party and I decided to run for Supervisor because I want to be a part of changing the culture in our county by improving the infrastructure, protecting agriculture and growing economic development for all of the residents of Allamakee County. Bechtel: I believe that if you are not happy about the way things are, you should be willing to do the job to improve them. Help bring our local government back so the people feel like it is our government. As a candidate for Allamakee County Supervisor, what do you feel would be your ultimate responsibility to the citizens of the county, if elected? Bechtel: To be there for them, willing to sit at a table, listen and talk to them. Come up with an answer everyone can live with. Listen to their ideals. In other words, to be their voice.

public notice MINUTES OF THE ALLAMAKEE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONDAY, MAY 21, 2012 (UNOFFICIAL) Board met as preadjourned. Board members Strub, Schellhammer and Burke were present. All members voting “AYE” unless noted. 12.191-Motion by Strub and second by Burke to approve agenda and minutes of May 14, 2012. Motion carried. Kim Waters presented the FY13 Projected Cost Report for Allamakee County Case Management. The unit cost shows an increase due to change in reporting the units, but the actual budget is down from FY12. 12.192-Motion by Strub and second by Burke to approve FY13 Projected Cost Report for Allamakee County Case Management. Motion carried. 12.193-Motion by Burke and second by Strub to accept Sheriff’s Quarterly Report. Motion carried. 12.194-Motion by Burke and second by Strub to approve liquor license for Natural Gait, LLC. Motion carried. Jan Heikes presented the results from the consumer survey. Heikes also talked about the final Redesign for CPC (Senate File 2315). The Board will attend meeting on Tuesday at Fayette County courthouse

for more details and figures. Linda Kruse, Jean Bossom, Mary Ann Humpal and David Boss present for discussion on the future direction of the Relief Office. Board tabled any decision and will continue to look at the options. Brian Huinker of Midwest Group Benefits gave a brief presentation on a voluntary vision reimbursement program thru Coventry and a life insurance available also. 12.195-Motion by Burke and second by Strub to sign contracts and bonds with Bruening Rock Products, Inc for Maintenance Rock Resurfacing Divisions I-V. Motion carried. 12.196-Motion by Strub and second by Burke to approve Resolution of Acceptance of Final Subdivision Plat for Dale E & Elaine M Reiser. Motion carried. 12.197-Motion by Strub and second by Burke so approve Resolution of Acceptance of Final Subdivision Plat for Robert D & Linda Thompson. Motion carried. Board adjourned to meet for regular meeting on Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 9:00 am, but will be traveling to Fayette County courthouse on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 for an informational meeting on CPC Redesign. Allamakee County Board of Supervisors, Larry Schellhammer, Chairperson. Attest: Pam Benjegerdes, Auditor 31:1-1

Koenig: I want to be an advocate for the residents of the county and want to hear their thoughts and concerns. I want to know what they are thinking. I am available by: cell phone: 563-419-6272, email: koenigforsupervisor@ hotmail.com, facebook: Dennis Koenig for Supervisor, and the coffee pot is always on at 334 Minert Rd, Postville. I will work hard for the residents of Allamakee County with integrity, honesty and common sense. If elected, what would be your issues of highest priority in helping direct county government? Koenig: Listening to the people. Finding synergies between city and county government that would eliminate wasteful spending and services that could potentially be combined. I believe county government should be run like an efficient, well-maintained business. Bechtel: Bring respect back to the government and let the people help come up with ideals. See if they have ideals for new jobs. Keep an open mind. What are the current issues, good and bad, that you see facing Allamakee County, and what does your candidacy offer in addressing those issues? Bechtel: Gravel roads, there are bad spots, let's fix them right the first time. Be willing to listen to the people on their terms. Understand

most people can not make it to a meeting at 9 o’clock on Monday morning. I will be willing to meet when it works for them. Any rule being passed now I will be living with for the next 30 years, so why not get involved with making the rules and regulations. We are all going to have to live with these rules and regulations. Koenig: Maintain the tax base by putting a moratorium on state-owned land or the ability to tax this land. Infrastructure - Fuel tax is needed to keep our roads and bridges in good repair and it shouldn’t be spent elsewhere. I live on a gravel road. Within one mile of my home, there are two bridges built back in the horse/buggy days. They are too narrow for today’s farm equipment. The weight limit is exceeded with a tractor. These bridges aren’t getting fixed. Economic development I definitely feel the County should be highly concerned/ involved in getting new industry in the county. I would encourage research to discover what companies are looking for in a location - workforce, incentives, tax relief, etc. - and work towards making Allamakee County that place. Protecting agriculture Allowing agriculture to grow but maintain quality of life for everyone in the county. If elected, I believe my life experience and leadership roles on various boards will be an asset to me as a Supervisor.

MACHINERY, SHOP EQUIP., HOUSEHOLD & COLLECTIBLE

AUCTION

Saturday, June 9, 2012 • 9:30 A.M.

Location: 4.5 miles North of Sumner on Pleasant Street (which turns into Yukon then Windsor Ave.) OR 15 miles West of West Union, IA on Hwy. 18 & 3.5 miles South on Windsor Ave. OR 5 miles East of Fredericksburg, IA on Hwy. 18 & 3.5 miles South On Windsor Ave. TRACTORS, WHEEL LOADER & EQUIPMENT: 10 JD 5095 M Tractor, MFWD, Cab, Air, Heat, Power Reverser Plus, Wheel Weights, Fenders, Triple Hyd. 18.4R 30 Rear 12.4R24 Front Tires w/JD 563 Self Leveling Loader, 7’ Bucket, Joy Stick Control 121 Hrs. Ser #270049; 10 Erskine 84” Front Mt. Snow Blower w/PTO Hyd. Reservoir; 05 JD 444 J Diesel 4x4 Wheel Loader Cab, Air, Heat, 1141 Hrs. Ser #598692 Like New, Bought New; 89 JD 2755 Diesel Tractor MFWD, 8 Sp, Hi-Lo, Dual Hyd. w/JD 245 Hyd. Loader, Joy Stick, 6018 Hrs. Ser #651206; JD MX8 3 Pt. Brush Mower; Frontier HD 3 Pt. 10’ Blade w/Hyd. Lift Assist Wheels, Hyd. Angle, Model TMRB 2410; Frontier TR 1280 3 Pt. 7’ PTO Garden Tiller; JD 820 R Garden Tiller and More. TRUCK, BOAT, LAWN MOWER & GOLF CART: 09 Chevy 1500 Silverado LTZ 4x4 , Z71 Ext Cab, Short Box Pickup 5.3 L, Auto, Running Boards, 34,777 Miles, Gray Stone Metallic; 01 Crestline 1750 Sport Fish Boat w/07 115 HP Fuel Injected 2 Stroke Motor Power Trim, Shorelander Trailer; 09 JDX 748 Ultimate 4x4, Diesel Lawn Mower, Hydro Aux. Hyd., 60” Commercial Deck 257 Hrs. Ser #40200; Yamaha Gas 4 Wheel Golf Cart. SHOP EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & MISC.: Clausing Model 1500 Metal Lathe, 4’ Bed 3 Ph w/Convertor; 1989 Erickson 3S Milling Machine w/Power Feed, 4’ Bed & Milling Tools. Shop Full of Metal & Wood Working Machines & Tools Plus a House Full of Household, Collectibles, Guns, Coins, Toys and More. For complete listing visit our website www.sweeneyauctionservice.com

Maurice Treloar Estate 3055 Windsor Ave., Sumner, IA Executor: Debra Beckner, 563-578-3471

AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Maurice took excellent care of his equipment and tools. The 5095 Tractor has low hours and the Wheel Loader is like new. There is a nice offering of shop equipment and tools as well as an assortment of household and collectible items. Please note we will be selling in two rings in the morning at 9:30. One Ring Selling Coins, Toys, Guns & Ammo with a Second Ring Selling Misc. Items & Household Furniture. At Noon Selling Tractors, Pickup, Boat, Lawn Mower, Followed by Metal & Wood Working Machines Make plans to attend. TERMS: Cash or good check with positive I.D. Required. All items to be settled for day of sale. All items sold “as is.” Not responsible for accidents, lost or stolen articles. Lunch on Grounds.

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Coaches have high expectations as Valley-Postville softball enters second year

Valley-Postville Softball

Members of this year’s Valley-Postville Softball Team are, left to right, first row: Tressa Loomis, Hannah Lage, Kimmy Rounds, Candis Wenthe, Rebecca Miller. Second row: Zyan Hooper, Tess Jarms, Allison Shori, Erin Kurdelmeyer, Alisha McTaggart, Josi Baker, Madi Boehm, Aubrey VanWey, Jenna Schutte. Third row: Coach Kelli Olson, Val Butikofer, Mallory Burrack, Hannah Radloff, Lexi Frieden, Shanna Wettleson, Toni Rounds, Coach Denise Mauss, Carly Liebe, Kaitlin Dinan, Mariah Mostaert, Coach Jess Dean, Lindsey Sebstain, Jodi Schott, Chandler Luzum, Janice Frieden, Manager Sarah Schnuelle, Coach Jerald Kleve.

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The sharing agreement between Valley and Postville is entering its second year and Coach Jess Dean is looking forward to successful season. Although they lost some valuable

senior leadership, the team has high expectations. Coach Dean said, “We will be looking to fill some huge shoes left by our seniors last year. Starting with pitching we will be looking to Shanna Wettleson and Val Butikofer to throw a lot of games this summer.

We will also have Mariah Mostaert who can step up when we need her on the mound.” She went on, “Toni Rounds has stepped up and has been working very hard in the off season and few weeks of practice to step in as catcher.”

At first base Mallory Burrack will be returning but she may return to third base with the anticipation of Chandler Luzum or newcomer Kaitlin Dinan taking the position at first. Shortstop will either be filled by Hannah Radloff, who didn’t play last year

Moon receives Swiss Valley Farms scholarship

Every year, Swiss Valley Farms Cooperative gives out scholarships to its member’s children who are attending colleges and technical schools. Emily Moon, of Monona, received a $500 scholarship from Swiss Valley Farms for agriculture studies. Emily is the daughter of Swiss Valley Farms members Dan and Nancy Moon of Monona, Iowa. She plans to attend Northeast Iowa Community College in Calmar for two years and then transfer to Iowa State in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management to major in Forestry and Animal Ecology. Emily has been active in the Monona Jr. Feeders 4-H Club for nine years, showing cattle every year. She is proud to have had several champions over the years. In 2011, she

Emily Moon received the Distinguished Junior Member Award for the District 1 Holstein Association. She has been involved in FFA for four years and is currently vice president of the chapter. She is a member of the National Honor Society and participated in basketball, cross country, and track all

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four years of high school. Emily is the fourth generation on the Moon dairy farm. She has been helping out in the dairy barn since elementary school when she would feed the baby calves. Today, she handles a multitude of chores. Over the years, Emily has developed a passion for conservation. “As I was growing up, my dad taught me the importance of conservation. After graduating, I hope to be able to have a positive impact on our environment and teach others the importance of saving our natural resources.”

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show they want to be a part of the varsity team. “Denise Mauss is the varsity assistant and Jerald Kleve is the head junior varsity coach. Kelli Olson is the freshman coach.” While mentioning the coaching staff, Dean said, “Our JV program is really grown. We are seeing tons of improvement from the freshmen. They really had a great year last year working on fundamentals and we have seen them doing things this year that they were not able to accomplish last year.” When asked about the sharing agreement between Valley and Postville, Dean had very positive remarks, noting, “Last year was one of the most fun softball seasons I have ever been a part of. The girls got along great and formed many new friendships. We had a great group of seniors last year that said this sharing is going to work and they put forth a great effort as an example for the younger kids. We are seeing those friendships come out again this summer and seeing kids really working together and communicating well.”

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Janice Frieden will do some designated hitting or pinch hitting. Dean also commented, “We are looking for a few more of the younger kids to show they want a chance at the varsity roster running bases or playing a spot in the field.” Although the team is not very deep, Dean is hoping to put together a solid defense that can make the routine plays. Offensively, the team is led by a good group of returners that can put the ball in play and have some speed on the bases. When asked about competition, the coach said, “Sumner-Fred is the team to beat in the conference. North Fayette and South Winn both have strong returning squads will compete for the top spot. “ Keys to the season, the coach indicates include: “We need to stay healthy and make routine plays. We are going to have more balls hit this year so our defense needs to be sharp. We have lots of options in the infield that should allow us to make changes if we need to. We are going to be looking for younger kids to step up and

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Pirate baseball is 2-2 after two weeks of play

Valley-Postville wins opening match 10-8 Chad Drahn

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Varsity team members are, left to right, kneeling: Tyler Anderson, Ty MIelke, Garret Ohloff, Mitchell Steffans, Josh Jacobs. Standing, first row: Alex Cox, Trevar Benson, Cody Jarmes, Jacob Ohloff, Zach Steffans, Riley Brockway, Alex Pfister and Coach Ryan Zurbriggen. Standing, back row: Logan Timp, Justin Kruckenberg, Dallas Imoehl, Evan Jacobson and Ben Jacobs.

Pirates fell 1-5. Dallas Imoehl, Justin Kruckenberg and Alex Pfister had the only Postville hits and Kruckenberg knocked in the only Pirate run. Cody Jarmes, who reached base on a walk, scored the sole run.

Suiting up for the Pirate baseball team are, left to right, kneeling: Mason Smith, Tyler Anderson, Ty Mielke, Ben Lenth, Josue Marroquin. Standing, frist row: Trevar Benson, Max Hughes, Arty Agadjanov, Gavin Ruckdaschel, Drew Reicks and Coach Ryan Zurbriggen. Standing, back row: Logan Timp, Josh Jacobs, Dustan Guider and Greg Steva.

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Herald Sports at Riceville... The Pirates opened the baseball season last Tuesday at Riceville with a 11-8 win. Justin Kruckenberg took the mound for the Pirates as he pitched five innings and got the win. He gave

up one hit and only two runs, neither of which were earned. Dallas Imoehl had a good day at the plate as he had three hits and two RBI’s. Zach Steffans and Riley Brockway had three RBI’s each as Steffans went 2-4 and Brockway was 1-3. Steffan’s hits included a triple and a double while

Riley also scored two runs. Alex Pfister went 2-4 as did Mitchell Steffans. Pfister knocked in two runs and Mitchell had one RBI at Tripoli... Last Wednesday the Pirates traveled to Tripoli for their second road game of the week. Unable to get much offense going, the

at Ed-Co... In a weekend tournament at Ed-Co the Pirates lost the first game to the host team by a score of 18-0 with Garret Ohloff taking the loss on the mound. In game two the Pirates avenged an earlier loss to Tripoli with a 10-7 victory with Dallas Imoehl on the mound. Along with getting the win, Imoehl helped his own cause as he went 2-4 and had two RBI’s. Garret Ohloff also had an RBI and was 2-3 at the plate. Also contributing to the offense was Evan Jacobson who banged a double and collected an RBI in the 10-7 win. With four games under their belt, the Pirates are 2-2 going into the second week of action.

The Valley-Postville Softball team opened the season Monday evening at home against East Buchanan. After a slow start, the home team came away with a 10-8 victory. Both teams’ pitchers opened the game in fine form as neither hurler allowed a run in the first three innings. East Buchanan opened the scoring with three runs in the top of the fourth and got another in the next inning before Valley-Postville got their offense going. The Tigers scored six in the bottom of the fifth to take the lead and four more in the sixth to secure the victory. Not willing to give up, the opponents scored three more in the seventh before the Tiger defense got the final out. Shanna Wettleson, the winning pitcher, gave up eight runs on ten hits while only allowing two walks. Valley was able to capitalize on nine walks as Wettleson, Kaitlin Dinan, and Mariah Mostaert all

Postville senior Shanna Wettleson pitched a 10-8 victory for Valley-Postville softball during the team’s opening match at home against East Buchanan.

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Pirate soccer ends in second round Bulldog boys play four games for a record of 1-2-1

Ludvin Sarazua drives the ball down the field as teammate Abdeel Hernandez sprints to help during the team’s first round game against Denver.

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The Pirate soccer team entered the tournament trail last week when they hosted the first round against Denver. With the hometown boys dominant on offense and defense, Postville came out the victor by a score of 8-2. Coach Jason Oldsgard said, “We played very well and the team played just as we had designed, working their way to the goal. Our defense was sound as well as we played an all-around solid game.” Offensively, Runaldo made a great overlapping run and Alejandro Nunez played him through the defense and was assisted by Jose Martinez. The second goal came when Abdeel Hernandez crossed the ball to Alenjandro Nunez as Ale headed the ball for post. Absalon Cordero scored the next goal unassisted. Cordero also scored the next goal assisted by Nunez. Another Cordero goal came off an assist by Hernandez. Rey Mucia was also able to getting into the scoring frenzy when he scored an unassisted goal. However, Cordero came back with yet another unassisted goal. On the next possession, Hernandez crossed the ball into Zach Szabo and the senior went in for the final score of the game.

The Pirate goal keeper, Alex Sanchez had five saves on the night while allowing just one goal. Bob Kruse came in at the goal keeping position and also had a save

came from behind to score two goals. We played a technically sound game and were very disciplined. Dyersville had a big height advantage over our defenders and they were able to get around the corners on us a few times.” The first Pirate goal came when Alejandro Nunez had a corner kick and found Jose Martinez for the score. The second goal was scored when Abdeel Hernandez assisted Nunez for the score. Goal keeper Sanchez had eight saves while allowing only three goals. Coach Oldsgard concluded by saying, “We had an amazing season and I am very proud of the way our team performed. Our senior leadership was great. Our kids fought the entire 80 minutes every time they took the field. I am looking forward to great things from Pirate soccer in the future.”

Pirate senior Abdeel Hernandez prepares to goal kick during the team’s final game against Dyersville Beckman.

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Senior pitcher Aaron Hundt sets to deliver in the second inning of the Monday, May 21, game against Maquoketa Valley

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Herald Sports The MFL MarMac Baseball Team opened the season at home last Monday evening against Maquoketa Valley. Senior Aaron Hundt took the mound in the season opener against the Wildcats and pitched three innings, allowing one earned run and striking out five. The Bulldogs and Wildcats traded runs in the first inning and took a 4-4 tie to the top of the sixth. It was the top of the sixth inning which gave the Bulldogs their trouble. With two outs, a full count, and the bases loaded, Maquoketa Valley hit a flare to shallow right field off Miah Schoenfeldt. The ball dropped between oncoming right fielder Sam Pfeiffer and second basemen Landon Schultz for a bases-clearing double to start the Wildcat rally. The Bulldogs were not able to recover from the sixth inning surge and dropped the game 16-4.

Following Monday’s game, MFL MarMac traveled to Arlington to face Starmont. The Bulldogs played a much closer game Thursday as Starmont narrowly came away with a 3-2 victory. Brandon Burke started the game and gave the Bulldogs six tough innings, allowing only four hits and three unearned runs. Cody Larson led MFL MarMac on offense with two RBIs, but the offense came up just short behind Burke’s start. Larson and Aaron Hundt combined to go four for seven on the day. MFL MarMac wrapped up the week Friday in Waterloo with a pair of games against Dike-New Hartford and Saint Ansgar. The Bulldogs won their first game 14-0 in convincing fashion against Dike-New Hartford. Aaron Hundt pitched seven brilliant shutout innings with 14 strikeouts and two hits to stymie all Dike-New Hartford batters to finish with a complete game shutout.

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Herald Sports The MFL MarMac Softball Team began season play at home Wednesday against Crestwood. Jillian Haberichter started the game for the Lady Bulldogs and pitched seven strong innings, giving up eight hits and three walks, for the complete game. However, it was not enough as she allowed six earned and 11 total runs behind

a five run output by the offense. Crestwood, coming off a 19 win season a year ago, started slow, thanks to Haberichter’s pitching performance and some timely defense. “We played a good softball team in Crestwood and hung with them for four innings. We didn’t quit and made a run in the sixth,” said Coach Don Montgomery. The Lady Bulldogs took a 2-0 lead into the fifth with

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runs in the second and the fourth inning, including an RBI double from Maddy Vogt. Montgomery had good things to say about Vogt’s overall game, “She came up with some big catches in centerfield and an RBI double in the fourth that put us up 2-0.” The fifth and sixth inning is where the Lady Bulldogs encountered their problems. Crestwood put together an 11 run rally over the two

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seventh, the Bulldogs had a chance to end the game with a walk-off win. With a runner on third and two outs, the Bulldogs were unable to capitalize and the game ended in a 6-6 tie. MFL MarMac finished the week with a record of 1-2-1 in their four games. Aaron Hundt finished the week collecting seven hits to bring his batting average to a team-leading .467. Brandon Burke and Landon Schultz led the Bulldogs with four RBIs apiece. Upcoming games for the Bulldogs include traveling to Waukon on Wednesday night and playing a pair of games against North Fayette at home on Thursday.

Miah Schoenfeldt flips the ball to first basemen Andrew Zeeh after inducing a groundout to end the fourth inning during the Monday, May 21, match against Maquoketa Valley.

Lady Bulldogs fall 5-11 in opening softball game against Crestwood

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The bats came alive for the Bulldogs as they pounded out 11 hits along with nine walks to score a season-high 14 runs. Seven different Bulldog batters recorded an RBI and all nine starters scored at least one run. In the second game of the doubleheader, MFL MarMac faced Saint Ansgar with Miah Schoenfeldt taking the mound. Schoenfeldt pitched six innings and allowed three earned runs and five total. Aaron Hundt came on in relief in the seventh and recorded two strikeouts along with allowing one unearned run. With the game knotted at 6-6 in the bottom on the

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innings to storm back and take the lead for good. “Improvements need to be made in our hitting and to be able to adjust sooner in the game,” Montgomery said. “We need to learn from our mistakes and not dwell on them so we don’t let one mistake snowball into three or four.” The Lady Bulldogs got three runs back in the sixth, but could not keep the rally

alive. Crestwood won the game 11-5. Despite the loss, Montgomery remains optimistic. “We will tweak our lineup for Waukon Wednesday and hopefully come away with a win,” Montgomery added. The Lady Bulldogs face Waukon and North Fayette this week at home and take part in a tournament over the weekend at West Union.

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