The Leon Journal-Reporter - June 12, 2024

Primary Election Results

The voter turnout for the Primary Election held last week amounted to 22.01 percent. Of the 4,784 registered voters in the county, 1,052 ballots were cast. The following are unofficial results.

On the Republican side of the ballot, at the local level, four were vying for the Board of Supervisors. Taking the top two spots were Doug Tharp who garnered 626 votes and incumbent Ward Graham who recorded 356. Also pulling in votes were Jake Stone with 348 and Brent Marvin with 242. For County Auditor, Stephanie Daughton beat incumbent Charlene Hoover by a

vote of 492 to 388. Incumbent, Chris Lane picked up 811 for County Sheriff and was running unopposed. At the Federal level Zach Nunn picked up 767 votes for US Representative District 3. On the State level, Amy Sinclair grabbed 772 votes for State Senator District 12 and Sam Wengryn beat Brenda Brammer-Smith for State Representative District 24 by a 643 to 237 vote. Wengryn went on to carry District 24. He also won in Appanoose, Clarke, Lucas, and Wayne counties. Rita Audlehelm was running unopposed on the Democratic side of the ticket and she

garnered 128 votes for Board of Supervisor. Stephanie Daughton also recorded 11 votes on this side of the ballot.

Federally, Lanon Baccam recorded 96 votes compared to Melissa Vine with 41 for US Representative District 3. At the State level, Nicole Lowe picked up 133 votes for State Senator District 12 and Sonya Hicks recorded 126 votes for State Representative District 24.

A few votes were cast on the Libertarian ticket. Rita Audlehelm and Doug Tharp had 4 and 2 votes, respectively for Board of Supervisor; Charlene Hoover had 3 votes for Auditor; and Chris Lane had 2 votes for County Sheriff.

The General Election is slated for November 5.

Long Creek Outfitters Named County "Business of the Year" at DCDC Event

Jodi Smith, owner of Long Creek Outfitters in Leon, was honored as the “Decatur County Business of the Year.” Pictured with Smith (right) is Cierra Fountain, DCDC Executive Director.

On Thursday, May 30, the Decatur County Development Corporation (DCDC) held their Annual Fundraising Event at the newly renovated Decatur County Fairgrounds Event Center. “It was a fantastic night, with 125 attendees, made up of local business owners, community leaders, and DCDC supporters,” stated Cierra Fountain, DCDC Executive Director. Local businesses donated items for raffle baskets, totaling over $2,600 in value. The meal was catered by Leon’s very own Lizzie Yoder and served by the Decatur County ROCCS students. Another local business, La Bota, provided beverages for the cocktail hour. The evening’s program included: a presentation of current projects happening in

Decatur County, recognition of 2023/2024 Decatur County Leadership Participants, honoring board members for their years of service to DCDC, a keynote address by Leon native, Jeremy Parsons, CEO of the Iowa State Fair, and announcing the “Decatur County Business of the Year” award which was presented to Long Creek Outfitters, owned by Mark and Jodi Smith.

Some history behind this outstanding business in Decatur County. Long Creek Outfitters was established in 1993 by Mark and Jodi Smith, to fill a void in the county and to fulfill a dream.

Long Creek Outfitters has grown gradually over the years starting as a small 600 square foot store front on South Main Street to a 24,000 square foot free standing building

Annual Trail Trot

Planned for July 4th

Join Friends of Little River Scenic Pathways on the Fourth of July for their third annual Trail Trot 2 Mile Run or 4(th of July)k. The longer route is not quite a 5k, but closer to a 4k. All ages and abilities are welcome to participate. Check-in will be at 7:30am on the Leon square. A bus will take participants to the Little River Scenic Pathway west trailhead (by water treatment plant) promptly

at 7:45am, with the race beginning at 8:00am. Cost is $25 and includes a Trail Trot t-shirt.

“We are offering a Student Discount this year for $15 (18 & under) to encourage youth participation,” stated Kayla Clausen, Director/Naturalist, Decatur County Conservation Board.

Registration can be done up to the day of, but register by Fri-

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Playground Build Gets Underway

Grand Opening Planned for June 30

The area near the Burr Oak Shelter at Little River Lake was all a buzz Monday morning as many volunteers began the week-long work of constructing the Little River Lookout Community Playground. In less than two years, the committee raised $450,000 necessary for the project. This was in the form of grants, donations and fund-raising. Donations continue to come in and are placed into an endowment to help with wear and tear on the playground and future beautification projects.

It was reported that over 300 volunteers have signed up to help this week with an average of 75 needed each day. However, the committee said they could still use more helpers on Thursday and Friday.

This large playground complex will be a great asset to not only the lake but to the community, as well.

on the edge of town. In 1999, the store re-located to its current location in Leon on Highway 2 West, due to the need of expansion and continues to grow and grow and grow.

They currently have 20 employees and have just opened a store in Kansas. Mark, Jodi and daughter

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Playground Grand Opening June 30th

The Grand Opening for the Little River Lookout Community Playground will be June 30th at 5:00 pm. Donors, volunteers, community members and their families are all invited to join the official opening of the playground!

Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic supper to enjoy at their leisure, after the Grand Opening!

Final work will be done to the Little River Lookout during the weeks of June 17th and June 24th following the build.

Though many will be excited to use the playground, visitors should respect the closure signage and remain off the playground until the pourin-place rubber is cured and final touches are complete, which will be up until the official grand opening date.

Painted Cross Walk

If you’ve been scooping the loop or just driving around the square, you may have noticed the new brightly painted cross walk on NW 3rd Street (northside of New-2 -U).

The Leon Chamber was awarded a Paint Iowa Beautiful grant from Diamond Vogel which helped to cover the cost of the paint. During the most recent Red Way Service Day that happens annually with the Central Decatur students, this project came to fruition.

Tyler Reed, also owner of Destination Ink Tattoo business, designed and painted the crosswalk, with help from CD art students.

“This was a trial run to see how well the paint holds up,” stated Cierra Fountain, Leon Chamber member. “If it holds up well, we’ll continue to do crosswalk projects around the square.”

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tur County Hospital’s history, MRI will soon be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. With the addition of this coverage, we will expand our ability to quickly diagnose and develop a treatment plan for emergent and ongoing neurological concerns. This includes the ability to better recognize and manage strokes, and decreases the wait

time to get a diagnosis that may help us recognize and treat a life threatening event.

In-house infusion for Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer's disease is a brain condition that gets worse over time. It may happen when a protein called amyloid continuously builds up in a patient’s brain, forming harmful amyloid brain plaque. Though there are different types of amyloid proteins, all of them can damage brain cells.

A new medication (LEQEMBI), delivered via infusion, works on fighting Alzheimer's disease in 2 ways: 1) targeting the differ-

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ent types of harmful amyloid proteins, and 2) helping to remove existing amyloid brain plaque. In an 18-month study of people with early Alzheimer’s disease, LEQEMBI was proven to slow the progression of early Alzheimer's disease. Even though we cannot stop Alzheimer’s disease from getting worse, we can take steps to slow how fast it progresses. Our specially training infusion nurses are fully equipped to deliver this new treatment in our brand new infusion center which can serve up to ten (10) patients at a time.

In-house CT. Our permanent CT machine, with the capability of scanning at up to 128-slices, has a multitude of benefits including clearer images with a higher resolution, better recognition of metal artifacts in the body, faster set up to allow faster scans, customized scan settings for complex cardiac procedures, specialized stroke assessment, and expanded reporting. This scanner is on the cutting edge of CT technology. It is one of the most advanced scanners in our region, and allows providers like you to request more advanced scans to ensure you get the best tools possible to guide your patient’s diagnosis and treatment.

On-site PET scan. A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is an imaging test that produces images of organs and tissues at work. The test uses a safe, injectable radiotracer, and the scanner detects diseased cells that absorb large amounts of the radiotracer, which indicates a potential health problem. These scans are often used to determine neurological issues not otherwise seen on other scanners. PET scans are available on-site at Decatur County Hospital twice each month.

Monthly Parkin-

Leon Community Meal Menu

Wed., June 12 – Swedish meatballs, egg noodles, carrots, bread/butter, pineapple

Thurs., June 13 – Biscuits and gravy, hash brown, scrambled eggs, strawberry fluff

Fri., June 14 – Meatloaf, mashed potatoes/ gray, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, banana Mon., June 17 – McRib Sandwich, pickles/onions, roasted potatoes, cucumber/ onion salad, rainbow sherbet

Tues., June 18 – Soft shell beef tacos, lettuce/tomato/onion, potato Oley, lime

DCPH Partners with Elementary Students

(contributed)

As part of the Farm to School component of the Pick a Better Snack program, Decatur County Public Health has four raised garden beds at South Elementary. Back in May, Public Health, along with Mrs. Durrow and Mrs. Clark’s 2nd grade students, were able to plant the beds. It was almost unanimous that the kids loved getting dirty and helping. They planted radishes, wildflowers

son’s disease support group. If you or a loved one are living with Parkinson’s disease, you might feel isolated from peers and looking for support. We believe that support for individuals living with these conditions should be accessible, and improve quality of life. Because of this belief, we are proud to host a monthly Parkinson’s disease support group for patients living with Parkinson’s disease, no matter where they live. Each month, we host those living with Parkinson’s, and their care partners. During each gathering, DCH staff facilitate conversation to talk about living with a neurological condition, and line up guest speakers and programs. Group members have an opportunity to share coping strategies for surviving the day-to-day reality of living with a neurological condition. This group is FREE to anyone who RSVPs, and a meal is provided. Each meeting starts at 11:30 am.

To schedule your appointment, or to inquire about scheduling testing at our facility, please call 641-446-2285. Depending on your insurance, you likely do not need a referral to use our comprehensive services.

for a pollinator garden and added to the strawberry bed. There is always a lesson to be taught. They talked about the growing period for radishes and how a pollinator garden provides food and habitat for pollinators, such as bees and butterflies. They also had a lesson earlier in the school year about strawberries and the kids were quick to remember that every strawberry plant needs strawberries and runners to grow new

plants.

The role models of the high school programs are making a positive influence even at the lower elementaries. They hope to use their produce during summer school.

CD staff encourages all families to allow their children to help in the garden this summer or even just purchase a pot and plant, so they are able to watch their produce grow from seed/plant to harvest.

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Reservations are REQUIRED by 10:00 a.m. for next day - 446-2289 and leave a message. Meals

$4.00

Jell-O

Wed., June 19 – Orange chicken, fried rice, chow mein noodles, egg roll, strawberries

Eat at the Community Center or have it delivered. If interested, call 641-446-2289 and leave message.

TWICE TOLD TALES

20 YEARS AGO

(June 9, 2004)

Damon Boyd was the new owner of Leon True Value, previously owned by Wayne and Janet Richman and Deb Norman.

Ron Landis, band director at Central Decatur Schools, invited all musicians to come and participate in the community band.

The Decatur County Conservation Board held an open house for two of their new cabins that were for rent at Little River Lake.

New Salem Baptist Church held a week-long Vacation Bible School, titled Fishing for the Truth.

A concert was held at The H.U.T., with free will donations going to Jeremy Yoder and Larissa Byler for their mission trip to Costa Rica. The Yoder Family along with the Chosen Generation Praise Band were the entertainment.

A Card shower was held for Dale and Thayis Breckenridge, of Leon, in honor of their 65th Wedding Anniversary.

The Central Trail FFA Officers along with members of the Boy Scout Troop 102 helped hang the flags at the Leon Cemetery in preparation for the Memorial Day service. Those who volunteered were Mike Schmidt, Legion Commander; Jon Becker, Kyle Hatfield, Britany Moser, Clay Waugh, Brandon Van Laar, Andrew Leeper, Amanda Leeper, Amareese Bettin, Paige Lindsey, Tyce Mothershead, Titus Covington and Tanner Bettin, FFA members; and Josh Smith, Cody Smith, Stephen Slade, Anthony Clark, and Thomas Slade,

Boy Scouts. Showing at SCIT Theater was “Raising Helen” and “Van Helsing.”

50 YEARS AGO

(June 13, 1974)

Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Cunningham were planning an Open House at their new Leon Care Center located east of the Decatur County Hospital (present location of Infinity Health). The 60-bed unit in three wings was of the most modern construction with all safety devices available. Cunninghams were owners of Elder Lane Manor located on South Main Street. They purchased the home from Mr. and Mrs. Orel Frost in 1965.

The 1974 Leon Little League was under the direction of Bennie Peterson. The season opened June 10 with six teams. Members of Stewarts were Jon Hughes, Scott Schneider, Doug Fierce, Doug Almandinger, David Fitch, Ricky Twittey, Darrel Jones, David Mendenhall, Robert Barnhart, David Scott and Tom Scott; Dairy Queen – Todd Andrew Gary Graham, Steve Thompson, Jay Eccleston, Dean Magel, Dave Thompson, Tim Andrew, John Toney, Tony Andrew, Charles Smith and Sam Lamphair; Rexall – John Miller, Jack Moore, Gale Richardson, Jeff Chambers, Grove Sarnowski, Mike Meints, David Plym, Billy Bennett, Todd Hoffman, Cecil Moore, Wes Sarnowski and Coach Joe Williams. (Continued next week)

Nine Eagles Park Ranger Larry Moffett announced that the state had placed over 100 Northern Pike

YEARS AGO:

fingerlings into the lake as trophy fish. They came from the hatchery at Decorah. Lake of Three Fires at Bedford also received some of the fish.

The Leon-Lamoni Girl Scout day camp was being planned to be held at Slip Bluff Park. Organizers were Marcia Stone and Kathy Buckingham.

Don Brown and Oda McKern announced that MidAmerica Book Company in Leon would close its mail order operation. Brown stated that rapidly rising postage costs and packing goods, as well as a drop in volume of books sold by mail due to large discount operations on the retail level brought about the decision to close. At one time, the company employed 30 workers.

Seventeen Midcrest senior high 4-Hers attended the Citizenship Short Course at the National 4-H Center in Washington, D.C. Representing Decatur County were Lisa Beers and Larry Opfer.

Karen Albaugh, Margaret Gilbert, Kathryn Griffin, Wilma Clements and May Waddell hosted the June birthday party at Westview Acres.

Heavy rains over the weekend sent the Grand River over the road east of Edwin Wood’s near Decatur.

75 YEARS AGO (June 9, 1949) At Camp Diagonal – Nine young people and the minister of the Christian Church in Leon attended a church camp at Camp Diagonal. Among those who attended were: Kay Reynolds, Tony Burns, Mary Jane Hubbard, Sandra Graham, Janet Hopkins, Ronnie Graham, Arametta Maughan, Sally Tullis and Sallie Kay Baker. The Rev. McCurday was with the group.

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Clifford and Gracie Cowles observed their 65th Wedding Anniversary at the home of their son Mr. and Mrs. Dale Cowles.

B&W Furniture Sales – La-Z-Boy recliners - $119.95 for Father’s Day.

The Decatur United Methodist Women represented by Merlin and Betty Hembry, Elaine, Kathy and

Leon man won trip – John L. Barnett of Leon, Genuine Pfister seed corn dealer, was selected as a member of the Merit Club and as a prize was given a free trip to attend the big Pfister Associated Growers Convention in Eureka Springs, Ark., all expenses paid. Mrs. J.L. Barnett also went with part expenses paid. He had been selected to receive this wonderful prize for selling the most Genuine Pfister seed corn in Decatur County.

Marriage licenses – Maurice Halstead and Carol Lea Jenkins, both of Leon; William Bear Forrest

and Maxine Marie Burley, both of Beaconsfield; Walt Lester Allup, Indianola, and Marie Campbell, Des Moines; Raymond Walling and Jane Elliott, both Lamoni; Robert B. Hynden and Yvonne Waldin, both Lamoni; August E. Fleming, Kansas City, Kan., and Ethel Ann List, Elsworth, Kan.; Roscoe Imhoff, Van Wert, and Milda Boswell, Leon; James Thomas Barrett and Nancy Ann Tabor, both Lamoni; Lloyd Dale McDowell, Davis City, and Ella Jane Hill, Garden Grove.

A son, Michael Edward, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Peterson. The mother was the former Helen Potter of Leon.

Those spending Sunday with Mr. and

Mrs. John Morgan and family of Weldon were Mr. and Mrs. Barrett and family and Elva Albaugh, Indianola; Orpha Blakesley, Pearl Craig, Irene Fisher, Sioux Falls, S.D.; Mrs. Clair Craig and Basil Craig and son of Cainsville.

Mr. and Mrs. Ray O’Hair took Mr. and Mrs. Charley Bradshaw to Creston for Mrs. Bradshaw to see a specialist. Mrs. Roscoe Wilson and Beverly accompanied them.

Mr. and Mrs. Bert Binning took their daughter, Mary Lou, to Lincoln, Neb. where Mary entered business college. Mr. and Mrs. Steve Scott and Mr. and Mrs. Oren McHarness were dinner guests at

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Mr. and Mrs. Cliff Cunningham were planning an Open House at their new Leon Care Center located east of the Decatur County Hospital (present location of Infinity Health).

There are some things I never thought I would say or write about, one is to give a warning of needles in Grand River. I have had it brought to my attention there have been drug needles found at the parks in town as well as Shewmaker. I myself found one this weekend on the road. I realize there are zero young people reading this, unfortunately this must be a conversation with your kids/grandkids of the dangers of finding needles and not to touch them and find an adult. We apparently have drug users in town that feel confident enough they can shoot up at the park. If you see something, say something. Suspicious activity should be reported to law enforcement. This kind of thing is just simply not tolerated here, I myself need to be more diligent about watching.

A little history I thought was fun: September 13, 1883; Last Tuesday evening about sixty of the relatives and friends of Mr. And Mrs WM. ANSTEY gathered at their residence south of town to celebrate the China wedding of Mr. And Mrs. ANSTEY.The affair was a complete surprise to them, but

their friends had come prepared and in a short time tables were spread and ladened with all the good things that man likes, and all were invited to partake freely. It is needless to say that all partook thereof.

After all had eaten they gathered in the sitting room to see the knot that was tied twenty years ago retied and wound with ties of love and friendship. It does one good in these days of divorces and separations to meet with a couple who have walked hand in hand for so long a time, sharing each other's burden, comforting and sustaining each other through the vicissitudes of life.

We trust we may live to assist in celebrating Mr. and Mrs. ANSTEY's golden wedding. After a hand shake and best wishes for their future happiness the company was entertained with some excellent vocal music.

All then left for their homes feeling that they had had a good time and with best wishes for Mr. and Mrs. ANSTEY's future happiness.

The following is a list of presents given to the worthy couple by their friends: JOHN HARRIS and wife -- set sauce dishes, R. HULET and wife -- cake stand, H.P. BROTHERS -- handsome lamp, W.W. EVANS and wife -- gold breast pin, JOSEPH BAKER and wife -- two bread plates, J. HULIT and wife -handsome pitcher, MR. BENNING and wife -- handsome pitcher, LILY BRYANT -- handsome cup, Miss SEELY -- silk gloves, L.D. BOSWORTH & CO. -- fine tea set. JOHN BRYANT -- a beautiful pumpkin. There were several oth-

er presents that we did not learn of.

Have a great week!

Father’s Day is coming up this Sunday so Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there!

Keegan Parkhurst is now playing in baseball tournaments. Go Keegan!

Holly, Dylan, Benson, and Kyra Parkhurst enjoyed a nice week at home. They are spending lots of time outside in the pool and in the garden. They are already getting some ripe tomatoes and cucumbers and tons of strawberries. Guess that is what happens when things get planted early! Enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor!

Clay Parkhurst has been tending to their garden a lot this past week! They also celebrated his mom’s birthday on Monday night with a small dinner!! No report on what number birthday was celebrated. Happy Birthday, Traci!

Cassie and Andrew Lane have started the haying season and are keeping busy as usual.

Kim and Maurice Erwin are enjoying watching their grandson Cameron play ball and swim and help out with things around the farm. He got some chickens to tend to and now he’s collecting eggs. Go Cameron!

Mary Ellen and Gary Silver are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary on June 20th. The Bloomington congregation helped them celebrate early on Sunday. Happy Anniversary Mary Ellen and Gary!

Alma Mickelson had a busy one with attending school training for 3 days then preparing for the Lamoni Livestock show. Lots of her critters (human and four-legged ones) did really well in the shows. Alma and Mickelson Farms share their time and animals with the youth giving many wonderful opportunities!

Sandy Osborn went to the Lamoni Livestock Show to watch grandson Cotton show his animals. He won 2 things - 1st in market steer class 3 and jr showmanship. His family is pretty proud of him of course. Thursday night Sandy went to Cole’s ballgame in

Eagleville.

Yours truly is getting this retired life figured out. I have been on another trip. This time it was a nine day trip out west. I was invited to travel with my sister and brother-in-law to his family reunion in St. George, Utah. He grew up in the Joseph, Utah area. We decided to make a few stops on the way to the family reunion. I am going to spread the trip over a few columns because we visited several places. We left Kansas City on Sunday morning and our first stop was overnight in Amarillo, Texas. After that we headed towards Mexican Hat, Utah, to spend the night at the San Juan Inn. It was a lovely little hotel nestled in the rock with a view overlooking the San Juan River. Along the way to Mexican Hat we made a quick side trip to the Four Corners to stand in Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona all at the same time. That was fun! The next day we were off to see Monument Valley in San Juan County in Utah. Absolutely stunning landscapes of sandstone formations from 400-1000 feet high in beautiful colors, shapes, and sizes. The road through the park was unpaved and very rough going at times. It was well worth the time to visit. Next up was a drive through the Painted Desert and Petrified Forest. Again, the beautiful colors and formations in the desert were stunning and the petrified wood was amazing to view up close. We stopped in to view the Walnut Canyon National Monument just east of Flagstaff, Arizona, then spent the night in Flagstaff. It was a long day of traveling and sightseeing and totally worth it. There are so many wonderful places to visit across the USA.

Have a good week, be kind to each other, and the Kansas City Royals are still playing great baseball! They are twelve games over .500 at 39-27 and in second place in the American League Central division. Just to put things in perspective, the Royals only had 56 wins all of last year! Keep cheering! GO ROYALS!

Garden Grove Library

Kudos to all the volunteers who made our open house and book sale a success. In the past month we have finally gotten all the books shelved we received from Lineville's library, plus the donations from our Friends book club in Osceola and from Pat Bouchard. With the help of the Decatur County Board of Supervisors, we have a newer computer set up and are working to update our software, get a new website up and going and we have now opened a Facebook page. We really appreciate all those who dropped in, picked up books at our sale, helped with our activity and those who donated to help keep us in business. We also enjoyed visiting with the folks who dropped in over the Memorial Day weekend and the Class of '57 reunion members who came by. We do have many of the school yearbooks from both Garden Grove and later Mormon Trail. Lots of memories have been shared looking at those. Our librarian enjoyed attending the SW District meeting

that was held at the Humeston Library this year. It was a chance to meet with librarians from other areas and discuss how their libraries worked and share ideas about fun or interesting activities they sponsored. Our fire department is planning a series of movie nights for the summer so pending discussions with them we may offer some workshops, crafts or just coffee and conversation to those bringing kids for the movies. We are currently looking into ways to finance a couple of projects one is to get digitized records of old Garden Grove Newspapers from the late 1800's to about 1930, and another is to add LIBBY, which is a service to put patrons where they can use their Kindle , or other device to download a book from the internet

at no charge to them as long as they are a card holder. Just a few fun facts about Iowa libraries, we are ranked fourth behind New York, Illinois and Texas in number of independent libraries with 544. Seventy-three percent of Iowa’s population have a library card and over 107,000 library programs were offered in 2023 with just under 2 million people attending. We may be a small library but we hope we do our part. We hope to offer some fun programs of our own soon. Stop in to see us from 3 to 7 on Wednesday or from 9 to 2 on Saturday. If you have kids we are offering a story hour Saturday from 10 to 11 with fun crafts and snacks as well.

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Struggles Continue for CD Baseball Team

By Ryan Stonebraker

The Central Decatur baseball team is struggling right now as they are playing some tough teams with a team that is trying to establish themselves this season. The Cardinals played a pair of Pride of Iowa Conference teams on the road, and another regional rival at home. Central Decatur lost 15-0 at home to Moravia, 13-0 at Mount Ayr, and 11-0 at Bedford to end the week. The Cardinals fell to 0-7 overall and 0-6 in the Pride of Iowa Conference.

A win could be on the horizon for the Cardinals as CD will play four games this week with two of their foes having winning records. The Cardinals hosted Moulton-Udell on Monday, June 10, and traveled

to Martensdale-St. Marys on June 11. The Cardinals end the week with a home game against Lenox on June 13 and a road game at Wayne on Friday.

After starting their season 1-3, the Moravia Mohawks won five in a row heading into their game with the Cardinals. In their game, Moravia scored 15 runs in four of the first five innings to claim the game in five innings. The Cardinals had come into the game winners of five of the last six meetings between the two schools.

Creyton Ogier started the game on the mound and ran into trouble in the second inning as John Armbrester came into the game in relief. Ogier took the loss after giving up two earned runs on three hits. He struck out one and walked one. Armbrester, Peyton Davis, and Cody Burton all pitched in relief in the game. The Cardinals had three hits

in the game. Ogier was 2-for-3 with a pair of singles to lead CD. Michael Jessen was 1-for-2 with a single. Burton reached base via a walk and Joe Sheetz reached base via a hit by pitch.

On Wednesday, June 5 the Cardinals played at Mount Ayr in a game that was originally scheduled for May 24 but was postponed due to weather until last week. There, the Raiders would win, 13-0 in five innings. The Cardinals saw their record slip to 0-6 and their POI record to 0-5. Sheetz started and took the loss after working three and two-thirds innings. Sheetz gave up 13 runs, six earned, on eight hits. He struck out two and walked six. Davis also pitched in the game in relief.

Mount Ayr scored four runs in the first inning for a 4-0 lead. Two more runs came home in the second for a 6-0 Raiders lead. The lead swelled to 10-0 after a four-run

third by Mount Ayr. The Raiders tacked on three more runs in the fourth to set the score at its final of 13-0. Central Decatur had four hits in the game by four different players. Jessen, Armbrester, Ira Blades, and Landry Johnson all had singles. Johnson, Sheetz, Davis, and Burton all reached base via walks.

Trevin Victor pitched a five-inning shutout. He walked four and struck out five batters. Mount Ayr had four players with multi-hit games. They were Preston Fleharty, Tate Dugan, Drew Graham, and Adler Reed. Reed had two home runs and 4 RBI’s.

The Cardinals ended the week on an 11-0 loss at Bedford on Friday, June 7. The Bulldogs led 2-0 after the first inning. That score stood until the bottom of the third when the Bulldogs scored six runs to extend their lead to

Cardinals Pick Up Second Win of Season

By Ryan Stonebraker

The Central Decatur Cardinals picked up their second win of the season last week to begin a three-game week. The Cardinals beat Moravia 8-7 at home to improve to 2-5. The Cardinals have won four of the last five meetings between the schools.

Morgan Havlik was the winning pitcher after working seven innings. Havlik struck out two and walked two while giving up seven runs, six of which were earned. Central Decatur had nine hits in the game and had three players with multi-hit games. Soiyer Smith, Aubrey Schreck, and Havlik each had two hits. Other hits came from Addy Schreck, Breece Cornett, and Kaycee Boyce. Cornett had 2 RBI’s while Smith, Schreck, Havlik, and Cortlynn Cook each had 1 RBI.

Moravia scored the first run of the game in the top of the first, but the Cardinals came back in the bottom of the second inning with five runs to take a 5-1 lead. That

lead held until backto-back single-run innings in the fourth and fifth by Moravia made the score 5-3. The Cardinals added two runs in the fifth and another in the sixth to extend their lead to 8-3. Moravia tried to rally, scoring four runs in the top of the fourth, but couldn’t get closer than the 8-7 score.

The first of two straight road games saw Central Decatur travel to Des Moines to play at Grand View Christian. There, the Cardinals fell 13-1 in five innings. Central Decatur scored the first run of the game in the top of the first, but the Thunder scored the next 13 runs. The big inning came for Grand View Christian in the bottom of the second inning when they broke open a 1-1 game with an eightrun inning to take a 9-1 lead. Two runs in each of the next two innings got the score to its final.

Central Decatur lost to the Thunder for the fourth straight time. The Cardinals

had won four of the last five games before this current streak by the Thunder. The Cardinals had only one hit in the game, an Addy Schreck single. Schreck, Cornett, Boyce, and Havlik all reached base via a walk.

Boyce started in the circle and took the loss after working two innings. Boyce gave up nine runs on seven hits and walked four. Aubrey Schreck pitched two innings in relief.

The Cardinals ended the week at Bedford in POI play. There, the Cardinals fell 18-8 in five innings to the Bulldogs. The win was the first for Bedford over CD since the 2014 season. The game was the last between the two schools as members of the Pride of Iowa Conference as Bedford is leaving the POI after this school year to join the Corner Conference.

CD led 1-0 in the first inning when Bedford scored three in the bottom of the first to take a 3-1 lead. The

Cardinals would score four runs in the top of the second to grab the lead back at 5-3 and extend their lead to 8-4 after a threerun top of the third.

Bedford trimmed the Cardinal lead to 8-6

after three innings.

The Bulldogs would take command of the game in the bottom of the fourth inning, erupting for 12 runs to get the score to 18-8. The Cardinals were not able to keep the

game going after not scoring in the fifth, ending the contest by the 10-run mercy rule. Aubrey Schreck started the game and took the loss after

Joe Sheetz leads the team on the mound in recent play.

Kaycee Boyce in the circle in recent play.

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8-0. With an 11-0 lead, Bedford ended the game after the top of the fifth by the 10-run mercy rule.

The Cardinals recorded a single by Burton and Zander Clark each. Ogier and Blades also reached CD Softball

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working three and a third innings. She gave up nine runs, eight earned, on five hits and walked four batters. Boyce also pitched in the game.

Bedford’s Brean-

base twice on walks along with Johnson, Sheetz and Armbrester once. Armbrester also advanced to first on a hit by pitch, twice. Blades took the loss from the mound, pitching 3 innings, recording 3 strike outs and giving up 1 walk. Burton pitched 1 inning, recording 0

na Simmons was the winning pitcher after working five innings. The Cardinals had eight hits in the game including doubles from Addy Schrek and Smith. Schreck, Smith, and Landi Leeper were all 2-for-3 at the plate. Smith drove in three

CD Represented at Rodeo State Finals

Central Decatur Community School was represented well at the Iowa High School Rodeo Junior High State Finals in Marshalltown. Madison Horton, Kinlee Allen, and Landi Leeper competed against middle school students from across the state of Iowa in 3 rounds, and in the end event champions were crowned. The top 4 competitors in each event will be heading to the 2024 National Junior High Finals Rodeo from June 23-29,

2024 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Junior High contestants that landed in the Top 6 for the year end also received a buckle.

Madison Horton competed in barrel racing, goat tying, and pole bending. Madison ended the year with a top 10 finish in goat tying.

Landi Leeper competed in barrel racing, girls breakaway roping, girls goat tying, and pole bending. Landi finished in the top 10 in

Mount Ayr Horse and Livestock Judging Contest

By: Cortlynn Cook & Megan Young

The Central Trail FFA took 6 teams to the Mount Ayr Horse and Livestock judging contest. The high school Livestock finished in 5th place with a team of Cord Hamilton, Braeden Thomas, and Hadley Bell. This was Hadley’s final time competing. The middle school team had a 13th-place finish from

Annual Trail Trot Planned for July

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Gibson Graham, Jerzee Schnick, and Sadie Buckingham. Followed by a 14th place finish by Bryse Auxier, Ajae Mendenhall, and Jordan Dittmer. We unfortunately didn't have a high school horse judging team, but luckily two girls stepped in and Riley Benda came out as 5th place individual and AJ Moore hung right there with her

strike outs and giving up 1 walk.

Bedford’s Tim Rogers got the win after working two scoreless innings. He was one of three Bulldog pitchers in the game. Silas Walston led Bedford going 2-for-2 with 3 RBI’s and two runs scored. Izaak Dukes added a hit and 2 RBI’s.

runs while Schreck, Morgan Buckingham, Leeper, and Aubri Perkins all had one RBI in the game. Other hits came from Cornett and Perkins. Schreck and Mili Waugh each reached base via walks and Waugh and Leeper each collected a stolen base.

girls breakaway roping and pole bending, and grabbed the 5th Place Buckle in the girls goat tying.

Kinlee Allen competed in barrel racing, pole bending, girls breakaway roping, girls goat tying, and ribbon roping. Kinlee qualified for the National Junior High Finals Rodeo in 4 events. Kinlee, along with her partner Tyan Beck, won the Championship in the ribbon roping. Kinlee was the Reserve Champion barrel racer, and finished 4th place overall in the girls breakaway roping and pole bending.

for a 14 place individual. The middle school teams brought in the heat with a 3rd-place finish from Kinlee Allen, Madison Horton, and Isabelle Patterson. Kinlee Allen was the 5th place individual and close behind her was Madison Horton as a 9th place individual. The other middle school team of Kendall Hatfield, Cole Cline, and Grant Oesch had a strong finish with 7th place.

POI Softball Standings

By Ryan Stonebraker

As of Sunday, June 9, team Pride of Iowa softball overall standings are leading with MSM 5-1, 9-1; SEW 5-1, 10-1; Wayne 5-1, 10-2; Mount Ayr 5-1, 5-5; Lenox 3-3, 6-10; Bedford 3-3, 4-4; Nodaway Valley-OM 0-1, 0-3; Central Decatur 0-4, 2-7; SWV 0-5, 2-9; and East Union 0-6, 2-11.

POI Baseball Standings

By Ryan Stonebraker

As of Sunday, June 9, team Pride of Iowa baseball overall standings are leading with MSM 6-0, 10-4; Bedford 5-2, 7-6; Mount Ayr 5-2, 5-4; East Union 4-3, 6-5; Lenox 3-3, 8-3; SEW 3-3, 4-6; Wayne 2-4, 3-6; SWV 1-4, 4-9; Nodaway Valley-OM 0-2, 0-5; and Central Decatur 0-6, 0-7.

Leeper Wins Prestigious Buckle Award

By Megan Young and Cortlynn Cook

Recently, Central Trail FFA judging team members had a great day judging horses and livestock in Ottumwa. Makenna Perkins got reserve champion for individual senior horse judging. The fourthplace team for the senior horse judging team consisted of Makenna Perkins, Riley Benda, and AJ Moore. The fifth-place team for junior horse judging was Kinlee Allen, Madison Horton, and Izzy Patterson. The ninth-place individual junior for livestock judging was Sadie Buckingham. The rest of the members that attended competed amazingly as well. Senior Livestock Judging: Cord Hamil-

and Gibson Graham. Ju-

“We encourage you to dress for the Fourth of July in patriotic colors,” stated Clausen.

“After the race, we will have a FREE Kids Fun Run on the square for ages 10 and under (does not include t-shirt). Also enjoy a pancake breakfast on the square after the race. The free will pancake breakfast is from 8:00am-10:00am. Registration forms can be printed off of the FLRSP Trail Trot Facebook event page OR can be picked up at New2U and Honey Tree Chiropractic in Leon. Return completed forms and payment to New2U or Honey Tree Chiropractic. Questions? Email Kayla at stalder.decccb@grm. net.

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

The following real estate transactions were filed in the office of the Decatur County Recorder, Erica Cook. Stamps represent financial consideration of the transaction. Stamps are 80 cents per $500 in property value with the first $500 worth of property exempt. Silfa Decatur, LLC to Gage Porter, Galt Porter and Grey Porter – All that part day, June 21st at Noon in order to guarantee a t-shirt.

of the NW ¼ SW ¼ lying W of the present channel of Grand River in Section 20; N ½ SE ¼ of Section 19 EXCEPT beginning at an iron pin at the SW corner of the NW ¼ SE ¼ of said Section 19, thence N … to POB; All in T 69 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa; AND SE ¼ NW ¼; NE ¼ NW ¼; SW ¼ NW ¼ EXCEPT the S 5 acres of all that part lying W of Grand River; All that part of NW ¼ NW ¼ lying E of Grand River; of Section 20; All in T 69 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa. Transfer stamps $2,477.60. John C. Naylor and Mary P. Naylor to Hidden Creek, LLC – All that part of the SE ¼ of Section 3, T 68 N, R 27 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, lying E of the center of the Public Road. Transfer stamps $1,007.20. Rebecca Joyce Taylor and Alan L. Taylor and Kari J. Redman-Gutierrez and Victor Gutierrez to John D. Linhart and Melissa E. Linhart, trustees of the John

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The Dalton Hunter Baumann Memorial Cowboy Try buckle, custom designed and crafted by Tres Rios Silver, is based on 'All Grit No Quit'. Try is about having heart to keep working through things. This year's 20232024 recipient was Landi Leeper.

Gold Buckle Livestock and Horse Judging

ton, Wade Hill, Braeden Thomas, and Coby Martin. Junior Livestock Judging: Jordan Dittmer, Bryse Auxier, Ajae Mendenhall,

nior Livestock Judging: Bentley Hearron, Sadie Buckingham, and Jerzee Schnick. Junior Horse Judging: Kendall Hatfield, Grant Oesch, Cole Cline, and Lilyan Anderson.

Scenes from Grand River Fun Day...

Casting Contest

Winners:

0 – 6 year old girlBaylon Brown

0 – 6 year old boyGreyson McAlexander

7 - 11 year old girls: Kambri Jeanes

7 - 11 year old boys: Gus McFarland

12 and up: William Bull Frog Race: 0 – 6 year old: Oakley Stark, Audrey Shields and Mac 7 – 11 years: Leeland, Zane and Gus 12 and up: Mackenzie, Megan Short, Hillary Mothershead

Hole In One: Craig Stodgill 1st6 feet 3 inches, 2nd - 7 feet and Izzy Gilbertson 3rd - 7 feet 5 inches

Bags Tournament: 1st Willy and Jamie Roach; 2nd Jesse and Nevin

Kids Bean Bag Toss: Aiden Becker

Baking Contest: Kids: 1st - Darby Groozkruger with Rustic Bread; 2ndMyla Jeanes with M&M Cookies; 3rd - Kambri Jeanes with Apple Pie

Adults: Bars: 1st - Kim Griffin; Cookies : 1st – Brenda Boles with Chocolate Chip

Cookies; Cake: 1st –Lynn Jennings with Holy Cow Cake and 2nd – Melinda Mackey with Vanilla Cake; Pie: 1st – Julia Van Laar with Rhubard Custard Pie; 2nd – Rhea Ahlberg with Peach Pie; and 3rd – Phea Ahlberg with Multi-Berry Pie,

Obstacle Course Kids: 1st – Harper Eckels in 20.75; 2nd –Jayden Kelley in 24.56; and 3rd – Zayn Hynek in 24.75.

Adults: 1st – Amy Hynek in 24.66; 2nd – Amanda Hynek in 28.42; and 3rd - Joe Hynek in 28.46.

The following appeared in Dad's column 50 years ago. I thought it fitting to reprint it as Flag Day approaches. Remember, it wasn't until President Truman signed an Act of Congress on August 3, 1949, that Flag Day was officially designated as June 14.

FLAG DAY is Friday, June 14: I am Old Glory: For more than nine score years I have been the banner of hope and freedom for generation after generation of Americans. Born amid the first flames of America’s fight for freedom, I am the symbol of a country that has grown from a little group of thirteen colonies to a united nation of fifty sovereign states. Planted firmly on the high pinnacle

of American Faith my gently fluttering folds have proved an inspiration to untold millions. Men have followed me into battle with unwavering courage. They have looked upon me as a symbol of national unity. They have prayed that they and their fellow citizens might continue to enjoy the life, liberty and pursuit of happiness, which have been granted to every American as the heritage of free men. So long as men love liberty more than life itself; so long as they treasure the priceless privileges bought with the blood of our forefathers; so long as the principles of truth, justice and charity for all remain deeply rooted in human hearts, I shall continue to be the enduring banner of the United States of America. Updated. Originally written by Marine MSgt. Percy Webb. Until the next time... So Long!

(photos by Shannon Lecy)

Rodger’s Recollections

by Rodger Gatton

Those who help, part 2 (continued from four weeks ago). Here are some more thoughts about those for whom I’m grateful and appreciative. I once told my son, Michael, “You know, life is just a series of problems that need solving. When something stops working, gets damaged, or needs attention in some manner, your job is to figure out what to do, and do it, or hire someone to get it done. Then move on in your life until the next challenge comes along”. I still believe those words. Though sometimes it may be some ONE who needs attention, rather than some THING, the same advice is applicable – figure out what needs to be done, then do it, to make someone else’s life better.

About every couple months or so, one of my cars will develop some problem, of which I am either incapable of fixing, or something I’d rather not get into. Right now I’d like to get a burgler alarm disconnected, so my horn doesn’t start honking when I unlock the car door with my key. When something like that happens, I contact Kelly, at Leon Automotive, or Steve if she’s not there, to make an appointment for repairs or replacements to be made. So far, I haven’t had a problem that couldn’t be taken care of eventually. If I’d had to do all my own repair work, I’d have a garage full of non-running cars and would be left with my bicycle to ride. A mower problem was recently solved by someone else for whom I’m grateful. I bought a new mower about three years ago, but some places on my lot were better done with my old mower, which I had kept. Unfortunately, the older one stopped working almost two years ago. One day it ran fine, next day it turned over, but wouldn’t start. I checked the obvious. Gas tank was full. So there it sat, for the rest of the mowing season, and for the entire season last year. I used to help my brother work on lawn mowers at Hanoco, but I just wasn’t in the mood to troubleshoot this one. Started this year without it, then decided there was a solution to my problem. Within a week or so, Vaughn Akers had come into town, took my mower home with him, then returned it to me when it was running like new again. Sometimes when we know we are not going to take care of a problem ourselves, we should just seek out someone who can do it for us, and give them a call. When dining recently with relatives at Red Lobster in West Des Moines, we were aware that they are closing some of their restaurants, and hoped this would not be one of them. One of

my companions, who shall remain nameless, commented on how much the prices had increased. I had noticed that myself, expecting it before I even sat down. Inflation, due to continued government spending of money they don’t have, has affected just about everything we buy. At the same time, I remembered what I have always known. The coconut shrimp, baked potato and salad in front of me were actually worth maybe $10 max. Then there’s the drink, also not worth what they are charging. But think about it. We were not just coming in here and buying food. That’s what we do at the grocery store. At Red Lobster, they first of all have a facility to maintain. It was nicely air conditioned, and lighted, and the carpet was clean, all the tables wiped down. Someone had paid the rent on the building, or the taxes if it is company owned. I imagine there is an insurance policy which must be paid regularly. Someone mows the grass at the perimeter and the parking lot and sidewalks need cleaning once in awhile. Back in the kitchen are people who cook our food, so we don’t have to eat it raw, since it’s not a sushi bar. We had a hostess who seated us, and our waitress was very nice and took care of our needs. When we paid with credit cards, the credit card company got a percentage of our bill. I paid about $30, including tip, and since I took more than half my food home, making two more meals of it, that didn’t seem excessive to me, considering all the people who helped me have that enjoyable experience. On the way out, I promised the lobsters in the tank in the lobby that I will NEVER eat one of them.

Other helpers that we might tend to forget were mentioned by Kay McCann, in her note to me and, in her words, are “those who employ all of the workers who enhance our daily lives”. I agreed totally. If not for those who take a chance, put up their own fortune or borrow the money and start a business, where would we be? Probably we would be doing a lot more business closer to home, with local small-town merchants, but with limited choices. If we wish the whole world to be our shopping mall, then big companies and corporations are a must. Big companies hire lots of workers for all sorts of jobs. These workers can then use their pay to buy things they need, manufactured by other companies. Companies grow, adding more employees. Take a look at local chains, such as Hy-Vee or Casey’s, and try to imagine all the activity necessary to keep them up and running and stocked with the

items you need. A big business requires executives to keep it running. From time to time I hear people discussing executive pay, especially the salaries of CEOs. Those discussing the topic usually have little or no experience themselves, at the helm of even a small business. When I consider all the employees, real estate, and activities to be supervised in a large corporation, I think they probably should be paid more. Want to know who is overpaid? Take a look at professional athletes, movie actors and entertainers, who have little to manage except themselves.

So, how many people do you suppose help you out each day? Starting with far-off folks who pick the fruit, down to the locals who might work on your car, or your house, or even on you, what would be the total number on which you depend in a typical day? Don’t forget those who provide energy and power for your activities. I’m thinking, without exaggeration, it could be as many as a thousand, or more.

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DECATUR

CORRESPONDENTS

Weldon

KATHY MASON

History:

Students that were enrolled at the Weldon School in September of 1936, with teacher Miss Young, were as follows: John Page,

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

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and Melissa Linhart Revocable Trust dated June 2, 2023 – W ½ SW ¼ of Section 32, T 70 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa. Transfer stamps $711.20. Janice L. Dale to James Dale – Lot 5, block 6, Decatur City, Iowa. No

James Worden, Charles Lee Page, Charles Moxley, Roy Spencer, Junior Garton, Howard Strohm, Ivy Jackson, Robert Wickham, Marvin Blair, Myrna Fisher, Carol Nish, Donald Garton, Edger Wallace, and Hubert Hull.

Local: Prayers for Denny Cohagan, Kelly Blancard of Osceola, Elaine

transfer stamps. Brent D. Corll to Homebound, LLC – Lot 3, block 7, Finley’s addition to Leon, Decatur County, Iowa. Transfer stamps $15.20. Bill Caldwell to Barb Callies – Lot 4 and the S 49’ of Lot 3, Block 8, Finley’s addition to Leon, Decatur County, Iowa. Transfer stamps $94.40. Barb Callies to Jacqueline Thurman and Rogelio Bobadilla – Lot 4 and the S 49’ of Lot 3, Block 8, Finley’s addition to Leon, Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

Canney, Kathy Richards, Paula Farlow, and James Lane. Sympathy to Larry Siefkas who just lost his wife Fran. Mickey West is back home now. The Weldon Christian Church will have Bible School June 24 and 25.

Weldon Creek Outfitters, LLC to Timothy Ericson and Jennifer Ericson Beedle, trustees of Ericson Family Irrevocable Trust –Part of the E ½ NE ¼ of Section 21, T 70 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., in Decatur County, Iowa, described as follows: Commencing at the NE corner of said E ½ NE ¼, thence S 1,354’ to POB, thence S … to the POB. No transfer stamps. Randy Dean Obrecht to Kirk Hewlett – All that

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COUNTY and AREA CHURCHES and SCHEDULES

BAPTIST: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:30 p.m. Service; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer DAVIS CITY UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Neil Montz - 10:00 a.m. Worship

DECATUR ASSEMBLY OF GOD: Pastor Larry Owens - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 6:30 p.m. Service; 7:00 p.m. Wednesday mid-week service

DECATUR RESTORATION BRANCH: Wednesday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:45 a.m.

GARDEN GROVE APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN: (Church building south of Garden Grove) - 10:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday School; 12:30 p.m. Fellowship following worship GRAND RIVER GOD’S HOLY SPIRIT FILLED PEOPLE’S CHURCH: Pastor Gary Majavec - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:00 Sunday evening; 7:00 Wednesday evening GRAND RIVER ST. PATRICKS CATHOLIC: Father Thompson Thomas - MassSeptember - April on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and May - August on Sunday at 8:00 a.m.

HIGH POINT UNITED METHODIST: 19399 320th Ave on Hwy 2. Carol Saxton, Pastoral Leader - Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.; Sunday School 11:00 a.m.; Wednsday Bible Study 2:00 p.m.; First Friday UMW 1:30 p.m.

HUMESTON CHRISTIAN-UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Pastor Kristin Wolf9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening Bible study.

KELLERTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 7:00 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday Evangelistic Services

KELLERTON UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Robin Thomas - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Worship

LAMONI FIRST BAPTIST: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study. Pastor Gaylord Mustin

LAMONI -- KINGDOM HALL of JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 28871 163rd Ave., Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

LAMONI UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Neil Montz - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 11:15 a.m. Worship

LAMONI - WELLSPRING FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP - 532 W. Main St. - Pastor Dave McPherson, Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

LEON ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School;

ORIGINAL NOTICE BY PUBLICATION IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR DECATUR COUNTY Equity Case No. CDDM004930

Upon the Petition of TINA LYN TALLEY Petitoner and concerning ROY LEE OUSLEY, JR. Respondent

1. Information for Respondent Named Above

● Petitioner (your spouse) has filed a divorce lawsuit naming you as Respondent.

● Petitioner’s contact information during the divorce case: Tina Lyn Talley 23779 US Hwy.69 Leon, IA 50144 Decatur County (515)452-2075 mustangfreedom@ iclouod.com

2. Respondent’s Deadline for Filing a Response

You must file an Answer or a Motion with the clerk of court in the above county within 20 days after June 12, 2024.

3. Instructions to Respondent Named Above You must file an Answer or a Motion with the clerk of court in the above county within 20 days after the date provided above. If you do not respond, the court may enter a judgment against you giving Petitioner what he or she asked for in the Petition. Important Notice to Respondent

● You should talk to an attorney at once to protect your interests.

● If you choose not to have an attorney represent you in this matter, go to the Iowa Judical Branch website for self-represented litigant information and family law forms. If you need assistance to participate in court due to a disability, contact the disability coordinator at (___)________. Persons who are hearing or speach impaired may call Relay Iowa TTY (1-800-735-2942). Disability coordinators cannot provide legal advice. Disability coordinator contact information available at http://www.iowacourts. gov/ Administration/ Directories/ADA_Access/. 3t17 May 29, June 5 & 12, 2024

NOTICE The following motor vehicles have been taken into custody and are considered abandoned.

district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated May 17, 2024. /s/ Karen S. Shields

Karen S. Shields, Executor of Estate 2 Oakland Drive Grinnell, IA 50112

/s/ Verle W. Norris

Verle W. Norris, ICIS#: 12631

Attorney for Executor

Law Office of Verle W. Norris 201 East 1st Street P.O. Box 279 Leon, IA 50144

Date of second publication: June 19, 2024. 2t19 June 12 & 19, 2024

WAYNE-RINGGOLDDECATUR COUNTY SOLID WASTE COMMISSION

June 5, 2024

Minutes are unofficial until approved by the Board during the next scheduled meeting.

A meeting of the WayneRinggold-Decatur County Solid Waste Management Commission was held on the 5th day of June, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., at the Landfill in Grand River, Iowa.

Commissioners and staff present were Colby Holmes, Steve Fulkerson, Chris Moore, Jonathan Erb, Doug Collier, Nevin Collier, and Sheila Caldwell. Unless otherwise noted, all motions carried unanimously. Colby Holmes, Chair, opened the meeting at 6:02 p.m. Moore made a motion to approve the agenda, seconded by Erb. A motion to approve the minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting was made by Moore/Fulkerson.

The Board discussed landfill status regarding future cell construction, leachate procedures, alternative daily cover options, and other landfill matters with manager, Doug Collier, and heavy equipment operator, Nevin Collier.

Moore made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Fulkerson. The next board meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Colby Holmes Chair Sheila Caldwell Secretary 1t19 June 12, 2024

tive

Agrivision

THE COURTHOUSE REPORT

Decatur County Sheriff's Report

June 1 - 7, 2024

NOTICE: A CRIMINAL CHARGE IS MERELY AN ACCUSATION AND THE DEFENDANT IS PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL AND UNLESS Proven Guilty.

6/1

Leon PD responded to a dispute on N Main St. in Leon.

SO responded to a driving complaint on southbound I-35 near the 12 mile marker.

SO and Lamoni PD responded to a welfare check on SW 4th St. in Leon.

Leon PD responded to a welfare check on Hwy 2 near the Ringgold Co. line.

6/2

SO responded to an alarm at the Barnyard Restaurant in Decatur.

Leon PD responded to an alarm at the Hy-Vee Pharmacy in Leon.

Leon PD responded to a break-in at the pool in Leon.

Leon PD arrested Kathleena Stephenson of Corydon for driving while license revoked.

6/3

SO responded to cows out on Hwy 2 near the Wayne County line.

Leon PD responded to vandalism at the Methodist Church in Leon.

Leon PD responded to theft on N Main St. in Leon.

SO responded to a dispute on Washington St. in Grand River.

SO responded to a wrecked vehicle at Slip Bluff Park.

6/4

SO booked Christine Cook of Lucas, serving time for Lucas County charges.

SO responded to a dispute on N Main St. in Leon.

6/5

SO responded to a dispute on Washington St. in Grand River.

SO and Leon PD responded to a dispute on N Main St. in Leon.

6/7

SO booked Joe Short of Lamoni, serving time for previous charge.

SO arrested Justice Mathis of Grand River for three counts of sex abuse 2nd.

Lamoni PD responded to theft at the appliance store in Lamoni.

vs. Laura Ann Phelps, respondent. Decree Granted.

MAGISTRATE

Mick P. Birkenholz, Ellston, IA, failure to provide proof of financial liability. Total $660.46. Phillip Morris Patten, Ogden, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $42.45. Johan O. Tafur, speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $175.75. Stephen Lamar Taylor, Langston, OK, speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $175.75.

Thomas Glaywulu, Kansas City, MO, speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $175.75. Gavin Levi Beshears, Kansas City, MO, speeding over 55 zone (16 thru 20 over).

Total $193.00. Kennedy Grace Ebberts, Des Moines, IA, speeding over 55 zone (16 thru 20 over).

Total $193.00. Patrick James Tucker, Elgin, IL, speeding over 55 zone (16 thru 20 over). Total $193.00.

James A. Jensen, Leon, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $135.50. Jennifer Elizabeth Caldwell, Kansas City, MO, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25. Pedraza Solano Blas Fernando, Mt. Ayr, IA, no valid drivers license. Total $354.00. Tyrell Richard Spidle, Allerton, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $135.50. Tia Campbell, Leon, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $135.50.

William Ira Alexander Forrest, Hermitage, MO, speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $175.75. Timothy Erin Kalb, Redding, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over). Total $89.50. Susan Kayleen Kutz, Silver Spring, MD, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25. (continued

City of Leon Monthly Call Log

- 31, 2024

2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE VIN: 1GNEK13Z14R246242

2000 CHRYSLER TRUCK VIN: 1B7HC13Z01J524531

These motor vehicles are being held at Southern Iowa Towing & Recovery 2050 E. Main St. Lamoni, IA 50140. You have the right to reclaim these vehicles within ten (10) days after the date of this notice upon payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges, if any, resulting in placing this vehicle and property in custody. Decatur County Sheriff’s Office 203 NE Idaho St. Leon, IA 50144 2t19 June 12 & 19, 2024

NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court for Decatur County Case No. ESPR005237

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MILDRED M. ALBAUGH Deceased

You are hereby notified that on May 31, 2024, the Last Will and Testament of Mildred M. Albaugh, deceased, bearing date of February 15, 2023 , Codicil to the Last Will and Testament of Mildred M. Albaugh, dated March 9, 2024, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Karen S. Shields was appointed Executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the

DECATUR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

June 3, 2024

The Decatur County Board of Supervisors met in regular session on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 8:03 a.m. in the Supervisors office. Present: Sam Wengryn, Ward Graham and County Auditor Charlene Hoover. Also present during the day: Anne Akers. Not Present: Steve Fulkerson. Unless otherwise noted, all motions carried unanimously.

Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Motion by Graham/Wengryn to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried.

Motion by Graham/Wengryn to approve the minutes of May 28, 2024 Regular Session. Motion carried. No public comments were heard. Board members met with department heads to address the assessment report submitted by Holmes Murphy following their inspection walkthrough. All points are being addressed.

County Engineer Justin Savage reported the bridge crew addressed an equipment modification and resumed work on 250th Street, culvert crew replaced a culvert outside of Weldon, road blading and hauling of rotation rock continues.

Board discussed equipment items on the Heartland insurance renewal that may need to be removed or modified.

Graham reported on changes in the administra-

Lamoni PD responded to a dispute on N Main St. in Leon.

SO and Lamoni PD responded to a driving complaint on southbound I-35 near the 4 mile marker.

SO arrested Derrick Cheater of Oklahoma for OWI.

MARRIAGE LICENSES

Cindy L. Stutzman, 23, Garden Grove, IA, and Justin M. Friesen, 22, Shipshewana, IN.

COURT CASES

Lacey Beth Hixson, respondent. vs. Phongsak Thongphanh, respondent. Motion for continuance.

Community 1st Credit Union, plaintiff, vs. Travis Martin Johnson, defendant. Order for Judgment. Community 1st Credit Union, plaintiff, vs. Travis Martin Johnson, defendant. Order for Judgment.

Iowa Student Loan Liquidity Corp., plaintiff, vs. LaShell L. Thomas, defendant. Order for Judgment.

DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Christopher Hatfield Davis, petitioner,

The Department responded to the following 75 Dispatch calls for service, 121 inhouse Leon PD and 27 School Resource Officer (SRO) services.

Iowa, as shown in the Plat of Survey filed November 17, 2023 as Inst. No. 2023-1461 in the Decatur County Recorder’s Office and containing 10.00 acres including 0.47 acres of road easement) and (EXCEPT easement given to the State of Iowa, dated April 27, 1939, filed May 2, 1939 and recorded in Book 253 Page 574, Decatur County records). Transfer stamps $119.20. Hoch Holdings, LLC to Brian Hjelmeland and Abigayle F. Hjelmeland – N ½ of Fract. NW ¼ Section 2, T 69 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M. EXCEPT beginning at NW corner of said Section 2, S 639.28’, thence NE … to beginning; AND EXCEPT Parcel “A” located in a portion of the NE ¼ NW ¼ of Section 2, T 69 N, R 26 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, more particularly described as: Commencing at a lead plug on the N ¼ corner of said Section 2, thence S … to the POB, containing 3.67 acres subject to any easements of record. Transfer stamps $698.40.

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Blind Ads: When the name of advertiser or phone number is not given in ad involving answering or handling inquiries by our office force, an additional charge of $5.00 to the above rate will be made.

Displayed classified ads with borders are $7.00 per inch.

In Memoriams will be basic charge of $20.00 minimum charge for up to 25 lines of one column type and 25 cents a line over 25.

All poetry, 50 cents per line. Paid locals (20 words or less) $6.00.

Cards of Thanks: A charge of $6.00 is made on all cards of thanks of not over 50 words, including signatures. Cards of Thanks over 50 words will be charged at the rate of 25 cents a word over 50 words.

Obituaries - A charge of $42.00 for an obituary and $3.00 charge for a picture with an obituary.

Engagement and wedding pictures: single column, $5; two column, $10.

Wedding details for publication in JournalReporter, 10 inches free. $5.00 per inch over.

Not responsible for photographs, clippings or other items left for publication

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NOTICE: “All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination, based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preferences, limitations or dis-crimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.”

WE WILL PICK UP junk cars, trucks, and machinery. Buckingham Auto Crushing Inc. Leon 446-3434. tf51c

FOR RENT

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FOR RENT: BWL Self-Storage Containers - 8' x 20' or 8' x 40'. Behind Hy-Vee in Leon. Call Cayle Buckingham, 641-414-4480. If no answer leave message. 35tfc

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ESTATE SALE

ESTATE SALE –Hutchison Estate Sale, Sat., June 15, from 8 :00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Housewares, antiques, memorabilia, crocks, dishware, quilt tops, clocks, desk, dresser, rockers, electric heater, trunks and more. 26374 Hwy 69 (5 miles south of Leon). 1t19p

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GUN SHOW: June 21-23, 2024, Westfair, Council Bluffs, IA Fri 4-9pm, Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 9am-3pm. $10(under 14 FREE) . Large selection of GUNS and AMMO for sale! More info: 563608-4401 www.marvkrauspromotions.net

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Leon Hardware & Appliances

www.leonhardwarehank.com

Road Foreman

maintenance. Applicants must be able to pass the following: driving record screening, pre-employment physical examination, background check, and drug test.

Job duties may include but are not limited to scheduling labor and equipment, maintaining electronic records, meeting with property owners and general public, lifting and moving heavy objects, inspecting county roads for maintenance needs, planning scheduling work with Engineer, operating heavy equipment, training employees, assisting with promotion, discipline, and discharge of staff, and other work as required and directed.

An exceptional candidate will possess these skills and desires: work outside in hot and cold weather, proficient general computer skills, self-motivated, good interpersonal skills, enjoys learning new skills, and has great time management skills.

Applications are available at the Engineer’s Office. Applications will be accepted at

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the home of Mr. and Mrs. Willard Overton. Mr. and Mrs. McHarness also visited in the afternoon in the W.H. Akes home. Guests in the Raymond Keller home were Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Keller, Jolene and Dale Keller, Des Moines. Mrs. Mirtis Mark, O. Keller, Holly Keller and Larry and Virgil Cain.

Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur McKee and Mrs. Charley Wilson called on Mr. and Mrs. Leland Munyon and children.

100 YEARS AGO

(June 13, 1924)

Decatur County students graduated at Ames – A class of 525 graduates received their diplomas at the fifty-third annual commencement at Iowa State College. The following students from Decatur County were among the graduates: L.E. Leetum, Lamoni, B.S. in Animal Husbandry; M.J. Horney, Weldon, B.S. in Electrical Engineering; G.A. Platz, Lamoni, Master of Science.

Former Leon girl entertained by sorority – Members of the Kappa Tau Sigma sorority entertained Louise Bradfield and Alice Stradley at a dinner party at the Savery Hotel. Following the dinner, the club members and their friends enjoyed a dancing party at The Woodland.

Marriage licenses – Charles E. Johnson and Jessie Cox, both of Leon; Sidney Phillips and Hazel Putnam, both of Lamoni; William Trembly and Elsie Merritt, both of Davis City; N.C. King and Anna E. Por-

ter, both of Decatur; Arthur L. Juergens, Glidden, and Violet M. Murfield, Logan. Ollis Quick and Robert Pennington were married at Clarinda. Bert F. Kemp and Ruth Janet Aitken were married in Storm Lake. Charles Bolon and family visited at the home of their parents. Mrs. Bolon was remembered as Crystal Cummings. Charles attended summer school at Ames, leaving his family here.

Mr. and Mrs. Harold Pickering were the parents of a son born to them at the home of Mrs. Pickering’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Graves.

Mr. and Mrs. Grant Martin and Fred Bannen visited Mr. and Mrs. Ira Bennett.

Edna Young went home from Des Moines.

Mrs. Stevens of Garden Grove spent a short time with her brother, Frank Payne. The Rev. and Mrs. Provan of Derby were at the J.L. Heaton home.

Virgil Cherrington and Ronald Fisher, who had been attending the State College at Ames, returned home to spend the summer vacationing.

Mrs. O.P. Latimer and children, Weldon, spent time with relatives in and near Shenandoah, returned home. One day Mrs. Latimer sang from Henry Field’s broadcasting station and was heard by some of the Weldon folks who had radios.

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Pettis were the parents of a son, William Elza.

State field worker of the W.C.T.U. was in Grand River. An organization was affected with 18 members with

the following officers elected: Bessie Overholtzer, president; Gussie Morrell, vicepresident; Anna Evans, secretary; Dora Brammer, treasurer. The study planned for the coming year was Christian Citizenship.

4th of July Parade Information

Are you ready for a parade? Guess what? The annual Leon 4th of July parade will be rolling up Main Street in less than a month. Put on your thinking caps as this year’s theme is “Party in Cowtown.”

Times and places are pretty much the same as last year. The main parade starts at 4:00 p.m. on July 4. Line up begins at 3:00 p.m. at Leon’s Harvey Park by the swimming pool. Judging begins at 3:30 p.m.

The kid’s parade will line up in the vacant lot north of American Family Insurance. For more information, email info@LeonChamber.org.

DCDC Fundraising Event Held

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Bailie strive to provide quality products at a reasonable price. The store houses a wide selection of boots, hats and western apparel for men, women and children as well as saddles and a full line of tack.

Customer satisfaction is an important part of their success.

Jodi trains her employees to listen to the customer's needs and wants, as well as being sure her employees have the product knowledge in order to direct the customer's wants and needs. Long

Keynote address by Leon native, Jeremy Parsons, CEO of the Iowa State Fair, was enjoyed by the over 100 in attendance.

Creek Outfitters promotes the western lifestyle not only with their product selection, but also by supporting local youth rodeos, high school rodeos, FFA, county fairs, and the Iowa State Fair.