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| NOVEMBER 6, 2013|Volume 124| Issue 44
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Rockwell City swears in two officers
Scout project at Goins Park
Tanner Steig (right) planned and recruited help for his Eagle Scout community service project at Goins Park in Lake City, which took place on Saturday, Nov. 2. Tanner, a junior at South Central Calhoun High School and a Scout since early elementary school, with the help of about a dozen others, refurbished a parking area at the park trailhead, replacing old, deteriorated posts and creating planters. (Graphic-Advocate photo by Ken Ross)
Helping with the Scout project
Fellow Scouts, his younger brother Tate and several adult volunteers assisted Tanner Steig, son of Mark and Karen Steig of Lake City, with his Eagle Scout project at Goins Park. (Graphic-Advocate photo by Ken Ross)
County approves Charger purchase
By Ken Ross Graphic-Advocate Editor The Calhoun County Board of Supervisors chose a roomier vehicle with a higher potential future tradein value rather than the lowest priced vehicle when approving a bid for a 2014 V-6 Charger at the Oct. 29 meeting. Champion Chrysler had bid the V-6 Charger, including a trade-in allowance for a 6-year-old Charger of $5,500, for a net cost of $17,475. A V-8 Charger was also bid at a net cost of $18,474. The V-6 was chosen rather than a V-8 in accordance with the recommendation of Sheriff Bill Davis. The lowest net bid for a vehicle submitted on Oct. 29 was $16,568 for a V-6 Impala. Davis explained that the only problem with the Impala is that the prisoner cage installed in the back seat area limits the amount the
seat can be moved back, creating a cramped space for the 6’ 4” deputy who will be using this vehicle. Supervisor Scott Jacobs added that the Charger apparently holds its resale value well, potentially reducing the long-term net cost of purchasing that vehicle. *** Leisa Mayer, CPC Administrator, notified the supervisors that the cost for detox being charged by the Ft. Dodge based Community and Family Resources was increasing from $215 to $421 per day. Mayer recommended that the county renew the CFR contract despite the significant price increase because the detox service is still much cheaper than through the hospital. A hospital detox might still be necessary if there are other serious health issues, particularly a history of seizures. The contract limits the detox
period to 3 days unless permission is obtained from the county for a longer period. A longer period may be necessary in the case of opiate detox. The contract also limits a reoccurring detox for an individual to a period of not less than five years. Mayer noted that during the previous year there was one 3-day detox. The county can recover the cost from the patient if the patient is covered by insurance or has an income greater than 150 percent of the poverty level. The supervisors approved entering into a new contract.
By Ken Ross Graphic-Advocate Rockwell City Police Chief Larry Schoop considers himself and the city of Rockwell City fortunate to find two experienced law enforcement officers who plan on making the RCPD their long-term career choice. From about 30 applicants for the two full-time positions being filled, the city hired Richard Shinn and Jason McKenney. Both were sworn in Friday, Nov. 1. They are both certified by the state of Iowa and they reside either in Rockwell City (Shinn) or in the rural Rockwell City (McKenney). Shinn is originally from Pleasantville, Iowa. He served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, working in law enforcement and then for five years on the Manson Police Department. His wife, Melinda, is a Rockwell City native (formerly Pitstick) and works for the South Central Calhoun school system. They have two school-age children. McKenney has lived all of his life in the rural Rockwell City/Somers area except when he lived in Ames where he studied Animal Science. He got involved in law enforcement as a dispatcher, part/time for Webster County in Ft. Dodge and parttime for Calhoun County in Rockwell City, both at the same time. He then worked full-time for Webster County. McKenney served as the Farnhamville Police Chief for over six years. He says he looks forward
Jason McKenney
Richard Shinn to working on a police department where he is not the only officer. McKenney’s wife, Cherri, works
for Webster County as a dispatcher. They have two school-age children.
Lake City presents Holiday Tour of Homes
Lake City Betterment is sponsoring a Sunday, Dec. 8, 2013, Holiday Tour of Homes from 2 to 5 p.m. Holiday inspiration will be served at each home. Advance tickets are available at Town Square Quilt, Celebrations to Go!, Lake City Flowers and Lake City Hardware. Tickets will also be available at the homes the day of the tour. All proceeds will go to the Lake City Betterment Christmas Lighting Project. Participants include: Sara and Bob Block, 1788 355th Street, Lake City. The Block home was built in 1965 by Dr. Dale and Arlene Christensen. It was purchased by Sara and Bob Block in 2012. This home is perfect to celebrate family gatherings. Their family consists of Kate and Dustin Smith, Nic, Lynn and children, Joey, Jake
and Brinkley and Ben and Heather Block. This home is surrounded by nature’s bounty – trees, creek and a beautiful view. Tiffany and Chris Green, 319 North Illinois, Lake City. The home they share with their 2 small daughters, Claire and Adalyn was built in 1920. Tiffany’s grandparents lived in the home for 44 years and in 2006, Chris and Tiffany purchased the house. All of the original woodwork still exists and this home will be decorated for the holidays. Cathy and Mark Lietz, 107 Summit, Yetter. Mark and Cathy were married 7 years ago and combined their home and children: Ashley, Dean and Sophia Smith; Colby, Brandy and Kypton Winter, Jocelyn and Jordan Lietz. Cathy loves to decorate and especially loves using old dishes and family pictures as part of her décor. Come
see their kitchen all decorated in red for the holidays. Tracey and Alan Toms, 3011 Harries Avenue, Lake City. The Toms home was built in the 40s and most recently went through a complete renovation. Their family consists of Tanner and Tyffaney Toms. Look for the lane lined with Christmas trees and you will find some Christmas magic. Lee and Mike Vogt, 1100 North Douglas, Lake City. Lee and Mike moved into their house at 1100 North Douglas in July of 2013. Their lots consists of approximately four acres. Their family includes of daughters-Tonya, Alicia and John, Cruz, Major; and son Rodney. This active family has many different interests and enjoy the wild life and view that surrounds their property.
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Bingo to be performed
A scene rehearsal from the Village Square production of “BINGO” features three women on their way to Bingo “Girls Night Out” with Honey (Robin Qualy), Patsy (Maurine Thieszen), and Vern (Shelle Kent.) “BINGO” is presented at the South Central Calhoun High School auditorium in Lake City Friday, Nov. 8 and Saturday, Nov. 9. Tickets are reservation only and can be made by calling the Lake City Hardware at 464-7607.
Freight House returned
The Rockwell City depot freight house returned to the depot grounds recently, where it will serve as a welcome center. In preparing the site, Tom Hildreth donated his services for dirt work. Paul Henry and crew did finish cement work and inmates from the North Central Correctional Facility did most of the labor. Much work needs to be done restoring the 20 by 40 foot building and the Depot Group is recruiting volunteers. (Graphic-Advocate photo by Ken Ross)