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Turkeys winners announced The Clarksville Star and Butler County Tribune-Journal have begun their annual turkey drawings. A coupon can be found in the paper which may be dropped off at the TribuneJournal office, Allison; Clarksville Star office, J&C Grocery, Allison & Dumont, or Orly’s Meat Market, Clarksville by noon on the following Monday.

This week’s winners are Gary Huisman and Bob Litterer, both of Clarksville, DeAnn Aissen of Greene, and Bill Reysack of Dumont.

If your name is drawn, it will appear in the following week’s issue and you must pick up a certificate at the Clarksville of Allison office before presenting it to J&C Grocery, Allison or Dumont, or Orly’s Meat Market, Clarksville. All certificates must be redeemed by December 31.

Iowa State Bank announces open house winners The Iowa State Bank held their annual Customer Appreciation/ Christmas open house on Friday, December 6. Winners of $30.00 in Clarksville Bucks was James Bochmann - Greene, Marcia Dickman, Dean Dralle, and Larry Backer, all of Clarksville.

Express Mart open house winners announced Express Mart, Clarksville, is announcing their open house winners.

They are: $5.00 Express Mart gift certificates: Vernita Hobson, Kim Nolte, and Kory Feckers; 1 free movie rental: Alberta Opperman, Kelly Hinders, and Dennis D. Endelman; 12 pack of pop: Julie Kielman, Chris White and Jessi Reints; and 2 liter of pop: MaKayla Holub, Roger Jacobs, and Lelia Norton.

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site, as Miss Clarksville lit it up to start Images, with City personal, Santa and Ms. Claus and Frosty the Snowman near. A thanks goes out to

By Lola Clark, Images of Christ- the Butler REC, who donated several strands of lights, and Clayton and mas Event Chair It was a starry, winter wonderland Matt Kampman, who put the lights Sunday, as glistening snowflakes fell on.

Chris Parson of the Clarksville and church bells rang out for Images Star designed attractive theme signs of Christmas. for each Large Christmas cards greetings welcomed ve- “Music swept down- I m a g e s site, along hicles at both north and south entries of town town for the celebra- with Paula welcomed everyone, with tion, including harmo- B a r n e t t printing several curbside luminaries, decorated home and nious sounds from the them off. yards and a shining star school music depart- Moreover, Boy Scout looming over one home to add to the beauty of ment, groups or individ- D a w s o n o l u b the season to our town. ual vocal, instrumental, H and Noah The lighted Bethlehem Star shone on the five im- church bell choirs and D o t y helped pressive Nativity presen- 4-H carolers” hand the tations, each individually - Lola Clark, Images Event Chair signs with prepared by the seven me. churches of the area. The Merchants from business places on donkey, pony, sheep and goat added a significance importance, during the and off Main Street organized theme reading of the scriptures and singing windows and outdoor settings, with of carols, as the cast of people filled each theme reflecting a special idea.

Many employees, staff, famthe stable around the manger.

The stable was assembled by ily members and volunteers assisted Dan Forry, and built on site by sev- as well in portray action greeting eral helpers Thursday. Pete Jensen cards. Music swept downtown for brought the donkey from Randy the celebration, including harmoniWilken farm; Dr. Ted and Kim Ak- ous sounds from the school music ers farm donated a goat and pony department, groups or individual voand sheep as well; and Dave Wilken cal, instrumental, church bell choirs built the Bethlehem Star. Apprecia- and 4-H carolers. Jeff Kolb, not to tion also goes to MidAmerica En- be forgotten, furnished the sound systems at several sites. ergy for the spotlight to shine.

See Participation on page 11 The City hosted the Christmas tree

The Corner to hold Movie Extravaganza The Corner in Allison will be having a special movie Extravaganza on Saturday, December 14 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. All area middle school students are invited. “Like” The Corner on facebook for more info. Free Casey’s pizza at 12:00 noon. Movies will begin at 1:00 and 3:00. There will be free pop and popcorn for everyone. Bring your friends.

Little Yellow Schoolhouse Old Fashioned Christmas December 15 You are invited to come to the Little Yellow Schoolhouse on Sunday, Dec. 15 and enjoy an Old Fashioned Christmas. At 1 p.m. come and bring your children, grandchildren and the neighbor’s children to help decorate the Ditch Christmas Tree with popcorn strings and paper chains and snow flakes. Country School students and anyone else practice your Christmas piece for the Christmas program at 2 p.m. They will sing Christmas carols accompanied by the music of the old pump organ that lives at the school and listen to the Christmas poems and stories of yesteryear like which have been heard in the building over the last 125 years!

Pittsford Township Country School #3 is now located on the northwest corner of the Butler County Courthouse grounds in Allison, Iowa. The building has heat but please dress warmly. Refreshments will be served.

Merry Christmas to one and all.

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Images of Christmas Committee Chair Lola Clark [right] with husband, Dave, spearheaded the resurrection of the once annual community celebration in the ‘90s. Lola hopes to help with another Images next year, leaving the Clarksville Commercial Club in charge of the Christmas town festival.

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Father-son duo Trinity Poland and 5-month-old Owen paste crafts together Saturday at Clarksville Public Library. (Pat Racette Photo)

Buddy the Elf [Chris Arians] and Santa Claus walked the streets before settling at Butler County State Bank Antiques. (Pat Racette Photo)

Community embraces Images of Christmas Clarksville comes together for memorable event

By Pat Racette The winter storm came as predicted Sunday, but the show went on.

Over 500 people walked up and down Main Street for Images of Christmas, as snow fell making glittery images and majestic memories.

In the first Images in nearly 15 years, Committee Event Chair Lola Clark spearheaded a successful event to her credit, rallying businesses and volunteers together.

“It was an outstanding outpouring of business places and volunteers taking part,” she said. “And the music presentations were tremendous.”

For two hours, the community was able to share a Christmas together, where the whole was larger than the sum of its parts.

“The community needed this,” Clark said. “It’s great for the town of Clarksville to have something like this, and to see how people and neighbors are doing.”

The three-piece Parson family played Christmas rock out of the Star office, Clarksville vocal and music departments harmonized at Iowa State Bank, and Maddie Poppe soloed festive songs with her six-string at MidAmerican Energy.

Church bells rang also rang, violins set a Victorian setting, and carolers balanced the arsenal.

The fire department and ambulance services served around 500 cups of hot cocoa at the Popcorn Stand, while the AMVETS Center had to purchase more cups to give out their hot beverages. Clarksville Lumber and Prairie Rose Fabrics ran out of Ho Bo stew and gift bags for the latter half of the celebration as well.

“We started watching the weather forecast about four days in advance anticipating how large the crowd may be,” said Renae Hempen of Clarks-

ville Lumber. “Well, our guess was a little off. The cooler temps and light Christmas snow kept no one away.”

“I think all the businesses and organizations did a fabulous job and really made Clarksville

sparkle,” said Holly Fokkena, co-owner of Prairie Rose Fabrics. “The snow helped with that too.”

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Lisa Kelm of Lisa’s In-Style Salon works on her daughter’s hair, Carmen, at Hairspray during Images.

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Courthouse Corner December Health Tips

Snowmobile Trails closed thru December 22

By Jennifer Becker Butler County Public Health Director December is Cold and Flu Survival Month.

What is the difference between a cold and the flu?

Influenza and the common cold are both respiratory illnesses, but different viruses cause them. Since both types of illnesses have similar flu-like symptoms, it can be difficult to tell the difference between them based on symptoms alone.

Typically, flu is worse than the common cold, and more intense. Colds are usually milder than influenza. People with colds are more likely to have a runny or stuffy nose.

Symptoms of influenza usually include fever, body aches, extreme tiredness and a dry cough. Colds usually begin with a sore throat, which goes away in a day or two. Nasal symptoms such as runny nose and congestion are extremely common with a cold. A fever is rarely a symptom

The snowmobile trails managed by the Butler County SnowSnoops will be closed 24 hours a day from Dec. 7-22 for shotgun deer season.

Out of respect for the land owners, please do not ride any of these trails during these dates. They would hate to lose access to that land for the trail systems.

Open Door Youth Center annual meeting set for December 16 The Open Door Youth Center annual meeting will be December 16 at 107 S Main in Clarksville. Supper will be served at 7pm followed by the business meeting. Everyone who would like to be involved or learn more about the youth center is invited to attend.

Please RSVP to Deb at 278-1095

by Dec. 14 to help with meal planning.

Clarksville Library announces holiday hours Please note the Clarksville Public Library’s upcoming Christmas hours: Tuesday, Dec. 24th OPEN 10:00-12:00, and CLOSED Wednesday, Dec. 25th-28th. Regular hours will resume on Monday, Dec. 30th at 10:00 am.

Be sure you stop in early to stock up on books and movies! Have a safe and happy holidays!

Businesses eligible to apply for disaster loans Clarksville Lions Club welcomes new members...

The Clarksville Lions Club recently welcomed two new members, Dan Cummings and Jeff Kolb. Pictured on the left is Bill Tjaden, who sponsored the new members, and right is Bob Janssen, Clarksville Lions Club President.

Butler County Courthouse closing The Butler County Courthouse will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day according to Lizbeth Williams, Butler County Auditor.

Snowmobile Safety Class set for December 26 & 30 There will be a Snowmobile Safety Class on Thursday, December 26 and Monday, December 30, from 6-9pm in Clarksville. Driving class (if there is snow) will be January 5. Ages 12-17 are required to have a safety certificate in order to ride public trails or ditches.

Pre-register by calling Kim Lodge at 319-278-4331 or 319-239-9944 or Deb Lodge at 319-239-0296. The cost is $15 for your certificate.

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Glenda Kelm, Roy Smith and Harriett Forry visit during Iowa State Bank’s holiday open house Friday. (Paula Barnett Photo)

Small, nonfarm businesses in 16 Iowa counties are now eligible to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans from the U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA). “These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by excessive rainfall that occurred April 1 – Aug. 5‌,â€? announced Alfred E. Judd, director of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West.

Primary counties include: Allamakee, Cerro Gordo and Floyd; along with Butler being a neighboring county and Bremer, Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, Franklin, Hancock, Howard, Mitchell, Winnebago, Winneshiek, Worth and Wright. “SBA eligibility covers both the economic impacts on businesses dependent on farmers and ranchers that have suffered agricultural production losses caused by the disaster and businesses directly impacted by the disaster,� Judd said.

Small, nonfarm businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private, nonprofit organizations of any size may qualify for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) of up to $2 million to help meet financial obligations and operating expenses which could have been met had the disaster not occurred. “Eligibility for these loans is based on the financial impact of the disaster only and not on any actual property damage.

These loans have an interest rate of 4

percent for businesses and 2.88 percent for private, nonprofit organizations, a maximum term of 30 years, and are available to small businesses and most private, nonprofits without the financial ability to offset the adverse impact without hardship,� Judd said.

By law, SBA makes EIDLs available when the U. S. Secretary of Agriculture designates an agricultural disaster.

Secretary Tom Vilsack declared this disaster at the request of Gov. Terry Branstad.

Businesses primarily engaged in farming or ranching are not eligible for SBA disaster assistance. Agricultural enterprises should contact the Farm Services Agency (FSA) about the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) assistance made available by the Secretary’s declaration.

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via SBA’s secure Web site at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

Disaster loan information and application forms are also available from SBA’s Customer Service Center by calling (800) 659-2955 or e-mailing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov. Individuals who are deaf or hardofhearing may call (800) 877-8339. For more information about SBA’s disaster assistance programs, visit http://www. sba.gov/disaster.

The deadline to apply for these loans is July 28, 2014.

Iowa Secretary of State web site promotes youth programs

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of a cold.

Prevention of colds and influenza has many common similarities. Washing hands often is the best way to avoid the viruses, because they are spread by direct contact. The viruses enter the body through the eyes, nose or mouth. Drinking plenty of fluids, exercising regularly, not smoking and limiting your alcohol consumption are other good preventatives of the common illnesses.

Also, a flu shot any time during the influenza season is another way to thwart off respiratory illness. However, the vaccine does not protect one from vomiting and diarrhea, as the same virus does not cause them.

If one is sick with either virus, stay home from work or school to help prevent the illness from spreading to coworkers or students.

Call Butler County Public Health Office for a flu vaccine at 319-267-2625, as they still have a few left.

Jackson 4-H Clovers Club walked and caroled the streets Sunday for Images. (Pat Racette Photos)

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Images of Christmas 2013 is a hit The Nativity scenes came and went serenely; with five churches presenting the birth of Jesus, each one personalized and memorable in its own right.

Pete and Shorty’s added the kicker, with Kris Kringle surprising spectators by lighting off sky lanterns – 35 of them in all. “I think this was similar to the old ones [Images] in recreation,� Lola said. “I was impressed by all the car lights coming in and the steady stream at 4:30 p.m.�

She has no idea what the Commercial Club plans to do next year, but hopes she can be

included and help mix the business open houses with the celebration in 2014. “I want to be involved, but I think there needs to be more volunteers to ask questions and make decisions next time,� she said.

Fokkena said Commercial Club members expressed a desire to do Images every other year, as it takes a huge time commitment and great deal of planning to make it go. “Of course, if the group feels strongly about this [having it annually], we can always change our minds,� she said.

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Des Moines – Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz announced today that an update to the Iowa Secretary of State website will highlight and promote the office’s youth program initiatives. “It’s an honor to work with young Iowans and see them participate in our youth programs,� Schultz said. “When young people get involved and get excited about elections and civic participation early on, they tend to continue their participation in the future.�

Schultz works to promote an interest in citizenship and voting among young Iowans through his office’s youth programs including Rock Iowa, Capitol Youth Day, Capitol Project and Student Mock Election.

Rock Iowa is a partnership between the Iowa Secretary of State’s office and the nationally recognized Rock the Vote program. It’s an interactive educational opportunity for high school seniors to learn about Iowa's voting process. These seniors are freshman voters and many will be casting a ballot for the first time this year. The goal is to educate the students about Iowa's election process and the importance of voting and exercising that right.

Capitol Youth Day brings together high school students from across Iowa to celebrate the 26th Amendment, which gives 18 year olds the right to vote, and the national effort

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Capitol Project allows students to experience government in action and provides lessons in goal setting, teamwork and leadership. The students spend four days at the Capitol meeting with statewide elected officials, legislators, pages and lobbyists and working in small groups with bill drafters and policy analysts as they imitate the legislative process from brain storming their legislative ideas to the passage or veto of their bills.

Student Mock Election provides an opportunity to K-12 students across the state to participate in the electoral process, much like adults do, in order to create an interest in the election process, awareness of issues and inspire the desire to vote in the future. It’s important to start voter education early since young Americans under the age of 18 constitute the largest population group in our nation’s history.

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Teachers or students interested in further information regarding these programs should contact Programs Director, Jen Fagan at jen.fagan@ sos.iowa.gov.

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Clubs & Meetings SHELL ROCK AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY #393 The Shell Rock American Legion Auxiliary #393 will meet Thursday, December 19, at 9:30 a.m. in the Veteran’s Room of the Boyd Building. Each member is asked to bring a $5.00 wrapped gift to exchange and 5-8 cookies. ________ CLARKSVILLE P.E.O. Chapter IT P.E.O. Sisterhood met in the home of Ione Hardy December 2 at 7:30 with 18 members present. The officers and committee chairman gave their monthly reports. Sheryl Lindner gave an update on the technology website. A news release article and a picture of our members participation in the Little Yellow School House celebration and how we conducted a Spelling Bee was submitted by the corresponding secretary to the Iowa P.E.O Website news worthy project site.

The P.E.O Cottey College chairman Lorna Schwarz and Carolyn Fenneman reported on the additional classes now offered at Cottey and added that all Iowa P.E.O. chapters are encouraged to submit a name of a potental student for the coming year. Janice Metz indicated she had been notified our Star scholarship application has been received. The final convention report from Diana Petty Chapter FE of Eldora, dealing with the business of the convention was read. The Chapter voted to support the Clarksville Food Bank with a cash donation. Seven members will furnish cookies for the Clarksville Public Library Christmas Open House. The P.E.O. Tiny Tim Tree of Snowflakes and Bells is included in the display at the library.

“A Star will help show the way” program topic was presented by Shirley Clark. The history behind the songs verses of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star describes how P.E.O’s ideals are obtainable. The Christmas Star offers to show the way. Shirley reviewed the changes in the three music versions of a P.E.O. song. The members joined in singing those arrangements and several traditional Christmas melodies accomplice on the keyboard by Lola Clark.

The Social committee Deb Lodge, Kim Lodge, Elsie Lovrien and Ione served a peppermint chocolate dessert ________ SHELL ROCK AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY #393 The American Legion Auxiliary met at 9:30 a.m. in the Veteran’s Room of the Boyd Building on November 21 with 22 members present.

President, Carol Ann Kruse called the meeting to order. Prayer by Anne Boerschel, Chaplain. After a moment of silence, Taps was played

by Donna Busch. Pledge of Allegiance was said. The song “Come Ye Thankful People” was sung with Donna playing the piano. Rhonda Landrum told about wanting to join Facebook. She wanted to know if we wanted a web site. Motion by Sharane Greenlee, 2nd by Sandy Cain, that Donna Busch and Rhonda Landrum work together to get this done.Motion approved. Sandy Cain, Card Chairman had sent two cards.

She told about Marilyn DeWitt having wheel chairs and other equipment, Sandy will donate to Hope Haven, three wheel chairs. Cathi DeWitt told about Meals on Wheels.

The President thanked all those who helped with Chili/Oyster supper.

Henrietta Reints said we now have our quota of 100 members.

Donna Busch and Judy Ripley will be distributing poinsettias.

We will be playing Christmas Bingo at our next meeting. Please bring $5.00 and a gift to exchange and 5 - 8 cookies.

Sharane Greenlee made a motion to purchase 2 new roasters. This was seconded by Donna Busch.

There will be a fund raiser for Kelly Kellum’s family. Kelly has unfortunately passed away after a brave fight with cancer. She was the daughter of Scott and Lori Soldwich.

Motion was made to adjourn.

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Bob Roelf

90th Birthday Card Shower Planned Bob Roelf will celebrate his 90th birthday on Tuesday, December 17 with a card shower. Bob was born in Allison on December 17, 1923. He married Pauline Buroker on February 22, 1948.

They have three children, Mary and Roger Layton, Grant and Karin Roelf and Bill and Linda Dunkelberger. They have 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Bob is a retired rural mail carrier.

Cards may be sent to 621 Pine St., Allison, IA 50602.

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Art and Shirley Krull

50th Wedding Anniversary DUMONT - Arthur G. Krull and Shirley M. Krull (Ross) of Dumont, Iowa, were married December. 14, 1963, at Central Methodist Church in Charles City, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with family.

Cards can be sent to Art and Shirley at P O Box 325, Dumont, IA 50625.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Dawn and Paul Hilsman (Dumont, Iowa), Darcy and Marlin Smith (Dumont, Iowa), and Daniel and Gail Krull (Rockford, Iowa).

They have seven grandchildren, Elizabeth and Samuel Hilsman, Rachael and Lukas Smith, Lindsey Schnebly, Alexandra DeWitt, and Michaela Krull. They have one great-grandchild, Aubrey Schnebly.

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High Game / High Series Tomas Heidenwirth 223,201/601, Mike Salge 209,210/599, Curt Henrichs 211/584, Derek Lines 212,213/574, Dustin Enabnit 557, Marvin Enabnit 220/533, Kevin McConaughy 531.

AMES, Iowa -- Children approach their 13th birthday with excitement.

They can’t wait to be teenagers. Parents, on the other hand, often see this milestone as the beginning of new worries. During December, family life specialists talk about what’s normal for teens and what parents can expect in the Science of Parenting blog from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

“Teenagers’ brains are still developing and won’t be fully mature until they reach their early 20s,” said family life specialist Donna Donald.

“But their brains do improve during the teen years, as they get better at making decisions, thinking ahead, planning, and comparing risks and rewards.”

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60th Anniversary Henry and Audrey Freesemann will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on December 17.

Henry Freesemann and Audrey DeBower were married at the St. James Lutheran Church in Allison on December 17, 1953.

Their family includes four sons and one daughter: Keith and Sue Freesemann of Yorba Linda, CA; Lois and

the late Rod Silver of Dumont, IA; Craig and Deb Freesemann of Waverly, IA; Bruce & Lisa Freesemann of Altoona, IA and Larry and Lisa Freesemann of Columbia, MO. and 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.

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At a recent gathering, this 5 generations photo was taken. Pictured are (front) Brittini Krull holding her son Mason Johnson (5 months) and great-great-grandfather Bill Townsend (92 years); pictured in back is grandfather Nick Krull and great-grandmother Marj Krull.

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Church Directory ACKLEYWashington Reformed Church 28182 Birch Ave Phone # 641-847-2817 Rev. Jack D. Ritsema, Pastor Service Times: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship.

ALLISONAllison Bible Church 108 Pfaltzgraff St. Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:15 a.m. Bible Hour; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Wednesday, Dec. 18: 7:00 p.m.

Lord’s Supper and Prayer Allison Congregational Church Ralph Wedeking Pastor Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Confirmation; 10:00 a.m. Worship Service.

St. James Lutheran Church Pastor Jeffrey A. Blank Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship & Christmas Music; 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School; 5:30 p.m. Children’s Christmas Program Tuesday, Dec. 17: 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Coffee at The Corner Wednesday, Dec. 18: 6:00 p.m.

Christmas Caroling; 7:00 p.m. Open House at the Parsonage Following Caroling Thursday, Dec. 19: 9:00 p.m.

WIC; 9:30 a.m. Bible Study at Elm Spring; 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Coffee at The Corner Saturday, Dec. 21: 7:00 a.m.

Women’s Bible Study at Elm Springs; The Corner Hours: 2-5 p.m.

Middle School; 7-11 p.m. H.S. Trinity Reformed Church Pastor Gary Mulder 614 Cherry St. 319-267-2982 Note: Handicap Accessible Services are broadcast live on Dumont Cable Channel 998.

Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship; 10:00 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 5:00 p.m.

Small Gr. Wednesday, Dec. 18: 6:30 p.m.

Middle School Youth Group; 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Saturday, Dec. 21: 10:00 a.m.

Christmas Program Practice APLINGTONHitesville Gospel Hall R.R., Aplington Sunday, Dec. 15: 10:00 a.m. Ministry of the Word; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:00 p.m. Gospel Service Wednesday, Dec. 18: 7:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting and Bible Study AREDALE, BRISTOW AND DUMONTNew Hope Parish United Methodist Churches Pastor Ann Donat Aredale Sunday, Dec. 15: 8:00 a.m. Worship Service Dumont Sunday, Dec. 15: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.

BRISTOWBristow Church of Christ Justin Briney, Minister Ph: 641-775-3301 Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:00 a.m. Coffee and goodies; 9:30 a.m. Bible School for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship.

Reformed Church, Bristow Kesley Presbyterian Church

Pastor Tamara Entin Cell: 515-293-0928 Home: 515-532-2274 Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:30 a.m. Worship at Bristow.

CLARKSVILLE – Peace for your soul, In a peaceful setting.

Unity Presbyterian Church Ridge Avenue & 220th St. One mile south of Hwy. 3 Pastor Christine Kaplunas Sunday, December 15: 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service.

St. John Lutheran Church 204 N. Washington 278-4765 Sunday, December 15: 8:30 a.m.

Council Meeting; 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship & Sunday School Christmas Program; 1:30 p.m. Service @ Clarksville Skilled Nursing.

Monday, December 16: 7:00 p.m.

Handbell practice.

Wednesday, December 18: 7:30 p.m. Dartball here w/Immanuel.

Thursday, December 19: 10:30 a.m. Service @ Clarksville Skilled Nursing; Newsletter deadline.

Community United Methodist Church 309 W. Superior Street Pastor Dan Fernandez Community-Shell Rock UMC Office 885-4554 Pastor Dan cell: 515-729-7079 Handicapped Accessible Sunday, December 15: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service/Presentation on a Mission Trip; Cooperative Potluck dinner to follow.

Immanuel United Church of Christ 203 S. Mather Street 319-278-4224 Sunday, December 15: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship/ Program/Chili Feed/Birthday Cake/ Nursing Home Caroling.

Tuesday, December 17: 10:00 a.m. Communion @ Nursing Home.

Wednesday, December 18: 9:00 a.m. Bible Study; 6:00 p.m. Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. Bible Study & Dartball.

New Life Lutheran Congregation Unity Presbyterian Church Ridge Avenue & 220th St. One mile south of Hwy. 3 Rev. Kris Snyder, Pastor 1st, 2nd and 5th Sundays; 3rd and 4th Sundays Galen Eiben, Lay Pastor Sunday, December 15: 8:00 a.m.

Worship.

Tuesday, December 17: 1:30 p.m.

Ladies Bible Study.

Church of Christ 302 S. Elizabeth Street Val Swinton, Pastor 278-4416 Sunday, December 15: 8:45 a.m.

Coffee & Donuts; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship Service; 6:30 p.m. Bible Study.

Wednesday, December 18: 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Sonbeams.

DUMONTDumont Reformed Church (641) 857-3514 Pastors Jeff and April Fiet Sundays: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School (age 3 through high school); 10:00 a.m. Worship (Nursery Care

Church

Provided Each Week; Communion on the First Sunday of each Month) Wednesdays: 7:00 p.m. RCYF (youth group for 8th-12th grade) GREENEFirst Presbyterian Church 319 East Traer Streets P.O. Box 160 Greene, IA 50636-0160 Jenny Ehlers, Pastor pcgreen@omnitelcom.com Sunday, Dec. 15: 8:30 a.m. Worship Followed by Fellowship St. Mary’s Catholic Church Msgr. Walter Brunkan, Pastor Sunday, Dec. 15: 10:00 a.m.

Mass.

St. Peter Lutheran Church 324 E. Traer, Greene Gary Hatcher, Pastor 641-816-5531 Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship, Following Worship Service of Laying on of Hands and Anointing; 10:00 a.m. Fellowship, Sunday School, 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Holy Communion; 2:00 p.m. Liebe Care Devotions; 2:00 p.m. Christmas Cantata Monday, Dec. 16: 3:00 p.m.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Wednesday, Dec. 18: 7:00 a.m.

Men’s Bible Study; 5:00 p.m. Soup Supper; 7:00 p.m. Advent Worship Saturday, Dec. 21: 6:00 p.m.

Worship NASHUASt. John’s United Church of Christ, Pleasant Hill 10009 Union Ave. Nashua, IA 50658 Like us on facebook: St. John’s UCC-Pleasant HillNashua Rev. Jessica Margrave Shirm (641) 435-4998 Sunday, December 15: 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service; 10:30 a.m. Kids Choir/Confirmation/Sunday School.

Wednesday, December 18: 7:308:15 p.m. Youth Devotions.

PLAINFIELD – First Baptist Church 809 Main Street 319-276-4889 Pastor Shawn Geer Sunday, December 15: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School – all ages; 10:30 a.m.

Worship.

United Methodist Church 404 2nd Street Pastor Catherine Orth Church - 319-276-3195 Cell – 319-231-2117 Office Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Thursday, 1-3 p.m.

Sunday, December 15: 9:00 a.m.

Worship.

PLEASANT VALLEY – First United Church of Christ 31015 150th Street, Clarksville 319-276-4443 Rev. Peter Wenzel, Minister Sunday, December 15: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School Christmas program rehearsal; 10:00 a.m. Worship.

ROSEVILLESt. Mary Church Roseville, IA Msgr. Walter Brunkan, Pastor Saturdays: 7:00 p.m.

Sundays: 8:30 a.m.

SHELL ROCK – United Methodist Church 204 S. Prairie Street Pastor Dan Fernandez 319-885-4554 Sunday, December 15: 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service.

First Baptist Church 223 W. Washington Street Shell Rock, IA 50670 Pastor Alan V. Dicks Sunday, Dec. 15: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesdays: 6:30-8:00 p.m.

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Every Sunday 415 4th Street SW Rev. Matthew Versemann & Rev. Keith Brustuen Sunday, December 15: 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School & Bible Class.

Wednesday, December 18: 5:30

Faith Lutheran Church 422 N. Prairie Street Pastor Kim Smith 319-885-4547 Email: faithsr@butler-bremer. com Sunday, December 15: 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service; 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service.

Wednesday, December 18: 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship Service.

VILMARSt. John’s Lutheran Church Pastor Mark Walker St. John’s is Handicap Accessible.

Sunday, Dec. 15: 8:45 a.m.

Christmas Eve Program Practice; 8:45 a.m. Adult Class; 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service, Coffee & Fellowship; 2:00 p.m. Christmas Cantata at St. Peter Church in Greene Wednesday, Dec. 18: 7:30 p.m.

Choir Practice Saturday, Dec. 21: 7:00 a.m.

Prayer at Elm Springs WAVERLYSt. Mary’s Catholic Church 2700 Horton Road Fr. Dave Schatz 319-352-2493 Eucharistic Liturgies: Saturday 5:15 p.m. and Sunday 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Friday, December 13: 7:00 a.m.

Mass.

Saturday, December 14: Faith Formation Leaders Retreat; Sr. High Activity; 4:30 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:15 p.m. Mass.

Sunday, December 15: 8:00 a.m.

Mass/Children’s Liturgy of the Word; 10:00 a.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy of the Word; 11:00 a.m. Catholicism Series; 7:00 p.m. Catholicism Series.

Monday, December 16: 6:307:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Choir Rehearsal.

p.m. Confirmation; 6:00 p.m. Midweek Classes.

Open Bible Church 1013 E. Bremer Ave. Senior Pastor Rev. Marvin Talamantez Ph: 319-352-2038 Sunday, Dec. 15: 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship; Coffee Corner: Sundays at 9:45 a.m.

Obituaries

Ralph “Junior” H. Smith

Peace Lutheran Church (LCMS) 121 East Washington Pastor Michael Knox 319-231-9761 Sundays 9:30 a.m. KXEL AM Radio Bible Class The Double Edged Sword Saturday, December 14: 5:00 p.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Bible Class.

Ralph “Junior” H. Smith, age 72, of Clarksville, Iowa, was born on January 7, 1941, in rural Bremer County, the son of Ralph Kenneth and Pauline Elsie (Hirsch) Smith.

He graduated from Clarksville High School in 1958.

Ralph was united in marriage with Clara Bateman on December 18, 1959, at the home of his parents.

To this union four children were born. The couple made their home in Clarksville where they have lived their entire life. Following marriage, Ralph was employed at a fertilizer plant, hauled milk and worked a short time a U.E.A. in Waverly. He spent most of his career working for the City of Clarksville overseeing day to day operations, maintaining the cemetery grounds and plowing snow during the winter months. He retired in 2003.

Ralph was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarksville. In his free time he enjoyed hunting, trapping, fishing, bowling, golf, fast pitch softball and playing cards. Perhaps one of his greatest joys was attending his grandchildren’s school activities and spending time with family.

Ralph died suddenly on Monday, December 2, 2013, at the Waverly Health Center in Waverly, Iowa. He

was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Connie Rust, Judy Davis and one in infancy; one sonin-law, Joel Green.

Ralph is survived by his wife of 53 years, Clara; three daughters, Carla (Benjamin) Silva of Shelbyville, TN, Sharon (Bryan) Markussen of Albert Lea, MN and Shelley (Doug) Maiers of Clarksville, IA; one son, David (Jen Elliott) Smith of Clarksville, IA; ten grandchildren, Jennifer (Brad) Clark, Adam Green, Ashley and Alyssa Markussen, Jared, Tayler and Jadyn Maiers, Matthew, Tre and Kylie Smith; three greatgrandchildren, Christopher Warner, Ashlyn Clark, Landyn Green; three brothers, Kenneth (Annetta) Smith of Clarksville, IA, Harry (Donna) Smith of Waterloo, IA, Bill (Carla) Faust of Clarksville, IA; two sisters, Vicky (Dean) Hilmer of Waverly, IA and Mary (Mike) Lay of Arizona.

Funeral Services were held Thursday, December 5, 2013 at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarksville with Pastor Linda Myren officiating. Organist was Sharon Leerhoff and she accompanied the congregation as they sang “Borning Cry” and “In The Garden”. Vocalist, Karen Smith, sang “The Old Rugged Cross” and Travis Bouska sang “Go Rest High On That Mountain”. Interment was at Lynwood Cemetery in Clarksville with Jennifer Clark, Adam Green, Ashley Markussen, Alyssa Markussen, Jared Maiers, Tayler Maiers, Jadyn Maiers, Matthew Smith, Tre Smith and Kylie Smith served as Casketbearers.

Honorary Casketbearers were Christopher Warner, Ashlyn Clark and Landyn Green. Roy & Joyce Smith and Jen Elliott served as the Flower Committee.

Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be left at www.redman-schwartz.com.

Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville was in charge of arrangements.

John Henry Osborn

Peace United Church of Christ 1800 11th Street SE 319-352-3151 Pastor Jonathan Hennings Sunday, December 15: 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.

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• Butler County Tribune-Journal • Clarksville Star •

Have you ever gotten a date wrong? I woke up this morning to the sound of my wife telling our son that he didn’t need to go to the orthodontist today after all. A mistake had been made and it was actually next week instead of this week. He was overjoyed.

But I immediately realized that I had made the mistake. I was a week off. I had been so busy planning for the holidays that I had rushed through the calendar and was operating as if we were a whole week further down the road.

Fortunately, an error like that can be corrected. When we’ve over planned or scheduled in advance, it’s easy to right the wrong and get back on track. However, when you make the opposite mistake, it’s a much greater dilemma.

There have been times when I’ve mixed up my schedule and run a week behind. The results are never good. Missed appointments, lost opportunities, disappointed people are all the results of this type of error. But in some cases it can lead to even worse consequences.

Jesus says in Luke 12:40, “Be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.” This tells us that we can’t plan for it using a calendar or a clock. The planning needs to occur before the deadline...not after.

We’re in the Advent season and Advent is a time of waiting. We wait for the celebration of Christmas. We wait for the celebration of Christ’s birth. But we also wait for Christ to return. We look at the present celebrations with an eye to the future.

As you think about the holiday season it is much better to be a week ahead rather than a week behind, but it’s even more important when it comes to matters of salvation. It can never be too early to ready yourself for Christ’s return. You can never over prepare for his unpredictable and unscheduled visit. When that day comes we will all be better off if we’ve taken the time now to ready our hearts and souls for his arrival. This Advent, make sure that you’re running ahead of schedule on issues of the heart and the soul. It’s dangerous if you run behind.

Pastor Gary Mulder, Trinity Reformed Church in Allison

John Henry Osborn was born on June 20, 1943, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa the youngest of 5 children to Donald Dean and Florence Lydia (Duree) Osborn and died on Friday, December 6, 2013, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City. He received his education in the public schools in Cedar Rapids.

John was united in marriage to Mary Ann Rutledge on September 21, 1963 in Cedar Rapids. This union was blessed with two children.

As a young man of 16 John worked in a Bakery at night and spent his days working for the local service station. He went on to work for Wilson Packing in Cedar Rapids. John worked for Cherry Burrell and did Handyman work for anyone needing help around town. Later after he had developed his construction skills he formed Osborn Construction Company. John built many homes, created house plans, concrete work, genitate surfacing, hauled dirt, and held the city contract for sidewalk work in Cedar Rapids. He contributed his time and effort to the Greene community projects. John holds two patents. He was a very hard worker and donated many hours of his expertise to helping out friends and neighbors with their personal projects.

John was a very generous man, believed in helping others, spent time mentoring youth. He served as a Boy Scout Leader in Cedar Rapids. John assisted in clean up operation after the floods both in Cedar Rapids and

Greene. He enjoyed living near the river and especially spending time with his grandchildren.

Living family members include his loving wife of 50 years, Mary Ann Osborn, Greene; one son: John (Misty) Osborn, Amber, Arin and Anthony, Ionia; one daughter: Tina Marie (Dan) Schleder and their children: Bradley, Ryley and Madison Schleder, Cedar Rapids; Brothers and Sisters–in-law: Cheryl (Evelyn) Rutledge, Cedar Rapids, Marilyn Billings, Florida, Joel (Judy) Rutledge, LaClaire, Judi (Don) Kielman, Clarksville; many nieces and nephews and lots of friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents, 4 siblings: Jack (Liz) Osborn, Jim (Kay) Osborn, Nancy (Bill) Lint, Betty Reed, brother-inlaw, Lynn Rutledge; mother-in-law, Walda Rutledge.

Funeral Services were held Wednesday, December 11, 2013, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Greene with Rev. Msgr. Walter Brunkan officiating. Burial was in the St. Mary Catholic Cemetery Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the John Osborn Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 219, Greene, Iowa 50636 These gifts will go to support the local chapters of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. First St. Greene.

Editorial Butler County Extension News

• Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal •

Yard and Garden: Caring for Holiday Plants AMES, Iowa — Holiday plants are one way to extend the cheer of the holiday season and serve as a reminder of cherished time we spent with friends and family. Horticulturists with ISU Extension and Outreach say keeping these plants looking good through the holiday season and beyond is not as difficult as some might expect.

How do I care for a poinsettia?

Place the poinsettia in a plant sleeve or carefully wrap it before transporting the plant home. Exposing the poinsettia to freezing temperatures, even for a few minutes, may cause its bracts and leaves to blacken and drop. As soon as you get home, unwrap the poinsettia and place it near a sunny window or other welllit location. However, don’t let the plant touch the cold window pane.

Also, keep the poinsettia away from cold drafts or heat sources. Poinsettias prefer temperatures between 60 and 70 F. Water needs can be determined with your finger. Check the potting soil daily. When the soil surface becomes dry to the touch, water the plant until water begins to flow out the bottom of the pot. The pots of most poinsettias are placed inside decorative pot covers. When watering a poinsettia, carefully remove the pot covering, water the plant in the sink, then drop the poinsettia back into the pot cover.

When given good care, a poinsettia should remain attractive for several weeks. Poinsettias are normally discarded after the holiday season.

How do I care for a Christmas cactus?

Plants commonly referred to as Christmas cacti include the true Christmas cactus (Schumbergera bridgesii), Thanksgiving cactus (Schumbergera truncata) and numerous hybrids.

While Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti are similar in appearance, there are differences. The flattened stem segments (phylloclades) on the Christmas cactus have rounded margins. Christmas cacti typically bloom in December or January. The phylloclade margins on the Thanksgiving cactus possess two to four saw-toothed projections. Thanksgiving cacti typically bloom in November or December.

While there are differences in their appearance and bloom time, the cultural requirements for Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti are the same.

Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti prefer bright, indirect light and temperatures of 60 to 70 F. In spring and summer (when plants are actively growing) water plants about once every seven days and fertilize every two to four weeks with a dilute fertilizer solution. In fall and winter, keep plants a bit on the dry side. A thorough watering every seven to 10 days is usually sufficient.

Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti are short-day plants. Plants will not bloom properly if exposed to artifi-

cial light at night. In late summer/ early fall, place plants in a cool (60 to 65 F) location that receives bright light during the day, but no artificial light at night. An unused bedroom or basement may have the proper environmental conditions. Continue to give plants good, consistent care during flower bud development.

Moving plants from one location to another, excessive watering or other marked changes to their care during flower bud development may cause the buds to drop off. The Christmas cactus can be moved and displayed in another room when the first flowers begin to open.

When given good care and a favorable environment, Christmas and Thanksgiving cacti are long-lived plants. Plants are often passed from one generation to the next.

How do I care for a Norfolk Island Pine?

The Norfolk Island pine is a popular houseplant. During the holiday season, many individuals turn their plants into living Christmas trees by decorating them with miniature lights, ribbons and ornaments. The Norfolk Island pine thrives indoors when given good, consistent care.

Place the Norfolk Island pine in a brightly lit location near an east, west or south window. Rotate the plant weekly to prevent the plant from growing toward the light and becoming lopsided. Thoroughly water the Norfolk Island pine when the soil surface becomes dry to the touch. Discard the excess water that drains out the bottom of the pot.

From spring to early fall, fertilize the plant with a dilute fertilizer solution every two to four weeks. A temperature of 60 to 75 F is suitable for the Norfolk Island pine. Winter is often a difficult time because of low relative humidity levels in most homes.

Raise the humidity level around the Norfolk Island pine with a humidifier or place the plant on a tray or saucer containing pebbles and water. (Make sure the water level does not reach the bottom of the pot.)

Low relative humidity levels, insufficient light or excessively dry soil conditions may induce browning of branch tips and lead to the loss of the lower branches.

Find answers to other yard and garden questions Frequently asked yard and garden questions are answered on the Yard and Garden FAQs website at https:// expert-hort.sws.iastate.edu/. Search the site by category or enter a term, such as poinsettia, and learn more.

Still have questions? Contact Hortline.

Hortline is Iowa State’s hotline for home gardeners with lawn, garden and ornamental questions. The horticulturists with the hotline take phone calls Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 – 4 p.m.

Contact Hortline at 515-294-3108 or email questions to hortline@iastate. edu.

Alan L. Becker

Alan L. Becker, age 56, of Shell Rock, died Monday, December 9, 2013, at his home from complications of kidney cancer.

Alan was born on July 7, 1957, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Luverne and Elizabeth (Pines) Becker. He was raised in Clarksville and graduated from the Clarksville High School in 1975. On October 8, 1988, Alan was united in marriage to Joleen Boekenstedt at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Ryan, Iowa. During his life Alan was employed

by Eagles Grocery Store in Cedar Falls for eleven years, Frito Lay Inc. in Cedar Falls for nineteen years, Pella Windows in Waterloo for two years, Cedar Valley

Hoist in Plainfield for two years and then for John Deere in Waterloo for three years.

Alan was a member of Ducks Unlimited. His enjoyments included hunting, fishing, and camping; however, what Alan enjoyed most was spending time with his wife and children.

Alan’s memory is honored by: his wife, Joleen of Shell Rock; a daughter, Janee Becker of Ames; a son, Jordan Becker of Shell Rock, his parents; Luverne and Betty Becker of New Hartford; a brother, Lyle (Deb) Becker of Waterloo; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: a son, Bradley Becker in 1990; his maternal grandparents, Vernon and Edith Pines; and his paternal grandparents, Theodore and Linda Becker.

Alan has donated his body to the University of Iowa. Visitation for Alan will be held on Friday, December 13, at Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly from 12 noon until 1:30 p.m. Memorial service will then be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly. Memorials may be directed to either Cedar Valley Hospice or Alan’s family and online condolences may be left at www.kaisercorson. com.

The Clover Connection Nancy Jensen Butler County CYC nejensen@iastate.edu

The Farm Bill of 2012, 2013, 2014?

I’m pretty sure you ALL know how I feel about the ineptitude of some of those folks we’ve sent to Washington, D.C., but I’m afraid what little respect I had for them has gotten even smaller.

The 2013 Farm Bill (which should have been handled in 2012 but Boehner wouldn’t bring it to a vote!) is rapidly becoming the 2014 Farm Bill and there doesn’t seem to be any end in sight.

I don’t know about you, but every time I see House Speaker Boehner on TV I just want to scream! IF he was really doing his job and trying to come to a consensus, his hair would be a mess from running hands through it! (Mine is, every time I am trying to do something frustrating!)

And then he blames the delay on the Senate Democrats who won’t say “yes” to common ground. Well, that should make any sort of compromise easier! Duh! (How much is that guy making anyway?)

According to Representative Chris Van Hollen (Maryland), “Republicans are using their political attacks on the Affordable Care Act as cover to do nothing else.” If there is no agreement by the end of the year, an agricultural system in place for decades will stop. What is going on in Washington? These are not just numbers on paper, these are human lives we are talking about.

Representative Dent (Pennsylvania) puts it quite simply, “Washington is largely broken.” Now, that should inspire a lot of confidence in our government!

You know that old saying, “If it

ain’t broke, don’t fix it!”? I think we can safely say “It is broke and needs to be fixed!

Is it possible that our congressmen (and women) are failing to remember just why they are there? These bills are not just a matter of convenience; these bills need to get done.

NOW! Bob Stallman, President of the American Farm Bureau Federation states, “We must move forward. It is time to let our leaders lead.” That would be good, except our leaders aren’t showing much inclination to lead.

The top four farm bill conferees met Tuesday, December 3rd and stated, “We made progress. We have more progress to make.” The principal disagreements with the Farm Bill seem to be over nutrition and commodity titles.

Ok, if they know where the disagreements are, they should be closer to getting it resolved and leading the country back to some stability.

Contact our esteemed congress people and let them know, “It is time to fix Washington”.

Grassley – www.grassley.senate. gov/constituents/Copy-of-contact. cfm Harkin – www.harkin.senate.gov/ contact Braley – www.braley.house.gov/ contact King – www.steveking.house.gov/ contact If they won’t (or can’t) fix it, maybe it’s time for some new people in Washington, D.C.!

Plan Your Spending and Your Future with Money Talk AMES, Iowa -- Celebrating holidays, birthdays and other special events often includes a meal with family or friends, decorating, gift giving and more. But where will the money come from to pay these celebration expenses? Money Talk, from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, can help Iowans learn to plan for holiday and other spending, and improve their financial future.

“If a celebration is not in your spending plan, then you might not have enough money set aside to pay for it. So you’ll either have to miss an event that’s important to your family, or you may take on debt that you can’t afford,” said Ruth Freeman, a family finance specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach.

“You can avoid this no-win situation by learning to manage your money throughout the year.”

Money Talk is a five-lesson, money management course from ISU Extension and Outreach. In the very first lesson, participants learn how to set financial goals and build a spending plan that meets those goals, Freeman explained. A spending plan includes family living expenses such as food, the mortgage or rent, utilities and auto repair. It also includes occasional expenses such as annual or semi-annual insurance premiums, car licenses, school registration and special event celebrations.

The other lessons in the series cover insurance, investing, planning for retirement and legal preparedness. Money Talk is offered online or face-to-face and more information is available at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/ money-talk.

Spending with a Plan “Before participating in the program, some Money Talk participants said they spent money without a plan. If they had a dollar in their pocket it was easy to spend it. After completing Money Talk, participants know how to determine whether something is truly a need or a want,” Freeman said.

Nearly 75 percent of Money Talk participants throughout the state report that they have begun using a system for planning and tracking

their spending or have improved their existing system. These systems can help families as they plan for holiday celebrations, Freeman said.

More than 75 percent of Money Talk participants report taking steps to reduce debt, Freeman continued.

One woman said that before she participated in Money Talk her family owed more than $10,000 in credit card debt. As a result of Money Talk, she and her husband set financial goals and began the long process of paying off their credit cards. A few years later she reported to her class instructor that they were debt free except for their home mortgage.

“Families that have little or no debt have more money available for their needs and wants, thus rely less on the local food pantry or public funds to live. After they begin funding investments for their future, they often are able to spend money on consumer goods, thus helping the economy,” Freeman said.

Three-fourths of participants report that as result of Money Talk they are taking steps to prepare for retirement, Freeman said.

One Money Talk participant said the program “really helped me see where I could be if I start investing now. I also learned how to overcome small problems I had early on and the steps to make sure it doesn’t happen again.”

About Those Holiday Expenses “Getting back to those holiday celebration expenses, if your family is searching for ways to find money for your future, consider spending less on your next holiday and saving or investing those dollars,” Freeman suggested.

“Do you have decorations from prior years that you can reuse in new ways? Can you give gifts that cost little or no money? What about making a gift certificate to mow someone’s lawn or babysit? How about giving a baked good along with the recipe? These and many other ideas honor the people who are important to you, while reducing credit card debt in January. And consider signing up for Money Talk,” Freeman said.

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2013 Farm Poll: Farmers concerned about Herbicide-Resistant Weeds AMES, Iowa – Iowa farmers are increasingly concerned about herbicide-resistant weeds and are changing their weed management practices to deal with the issue, according to the 2013 Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll.

“In this year’s poll, we directed herbicide resistance questions to farmers who planted corn, soybeans or other row crops in 2012,” said J. Gordon Arbuckle Jr., a sociologist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Arbuckle codirects the annual poll with Paul Lasley, also an ISU Extension and Outreach sociologist.

The sociologists developed herbicide resistance questions for the 2013 poll in partnership with the ISU Department of Agronomy. Associate Chair Micheal Owen, university professor and extension weed specialist, said they wanted to gather in-depth information about the state of herbicide resistance in Iowa. They hoped to reveal farmers’ impressions of herbicide resistance and gain insight into the weed management practices farmers might be using.

“Typically growers don’t realize they have an herbicide resistance problem until 30 percent of the weeds are of the resistant phenotype,” Owen said.

Arbuckle said 35 percent of farmers responding to the poll reported they had weeds they believed to be resistant to at least one herbicide group. Glyphosate resistance was most commonly cited, with 32 percent of farmers reporting glyphosate-resistant weeds. Fourteen percent of farmers reported they had weeds they believed to be resistant to ALS inhibitor herbicides. Only 5 percent or fewer reported weeds resistant to triazine, HPPD inhibitor or PPO inhibitor herbicides.

Fifty-two percent of respondents indicated that they had changed their weed management program in the past five years to address herbicideresistant weeds. Less than half reported that they developed their own herbicide programs, and 65 percent indicated that they hired custom applicators to do at least some of their spraying.

Ninety percent of respondents reported that they used postemergence herbicides in 2012, and 64 percent applied them to more than 75 percent of their land. Eighty-five percent reported using soil-applied herbicides, with half of farmers applying them to more than 75 percent of their cropland. Eighty-one percent indicated that they used formal scouting methods to determine the need for postemergence spraying on at least some of their land.

The researchers also asked farmers whether they used particular management practices and how effective those practices were for managing herbicide-resistant weeds.

Ninety-three percent used crop rotation and 80 percent used multiple herbicide application timings.

Seventy-four percent of farmers also

had managed weeds using tillage, 71 percent had used multiple modes of herbicide action in a season and 60 percent had used multiple modes of herbicide action in each application.

“These most commonly used strategies for managing herbicideresistant weeds were also rated as the most effective,” Arbuckle said.

“More than 80 percent of farmers rated crop rotation and multiple herbicide application timings as effective or very effective. At least 70 percent rated tillage or multiple modes of herbicide action used in a season or in each application as effective or very effective management strategies.”

The 2013 Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll “provides us with a snap shot of how agriculture in Iowa is understanding and addressing issues regarding herbicide resistance.

Researchers still have a lot of work to do before growers are fully aware of the serious issues. Growers can learn there are a lot of tactics they can use,” Owen said.

The weed specialist noted that more analyses of the farm poll data would be useful. How did growers with 1,000 acres or more respond compared with growers on smaller farms? Did they use different tactics? Getting answers to those types of questions could be helpful in developing ISU Extension and Outreach education programs.

About the Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll Arbuckle said 1,209 farmers participated in the 2013 Farm Poll and on average they were 65 years old.

Because the Farm Poll is a panel survey, in which the same farmers participate in multiple years, participants are somewhat older on average than the general farmer population. Fifty-two percent earned more than half of their income from farming, while an additional 17 percent earned between 26 and 50 percent of their household income from the farm operation.

In addition to herbicide resistant weeds, the 2013 Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll asked for farmers’ opinions on climate change, rented land, Bt-resistant corn rootworm, and soil health and compaction.

The 2013 Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll summary report (PM 3061) and previous Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll summary and topical reports are available to download from the ISU Extension and Outreach Online Store, https://store.extension.iastate.edu/, and Extension Sociology, http://www.soc.iastate.edu/extension/ifrlp/about.html.

Conducted every year since its establishment in 1982, the Iowa Farm and Rural Life Poll is the longestrunning survey of its kind in the nation. ISU Extension and Outreach, the Iowa Agriculture and Home Economics Experiment Station, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, and the Iowa Agricultural Statistics Service are all partners in the Farm Poll effort.

Local Dairy Days Feature Profitable Dairy Practices Iowa dairy producers will have the opportunity to hear Iowa State University Extension Specialists share information on emerging dairy industry issues at the 2014 ISU Extension Dairy Days scheduled at seven eastern Iowa locations between January 20 and February 6.

The ISU Extension Dairy Team conducts this workshop each winter to help producers make herd management decisions based on the latest research. This year producers will learn about Grass/Legume Forage Mixtures for Dairy from Brian Lang or Mark Carlton, ISU Extension Field Agronomists. Kristen Schulte, Extension farm management specialist or Larry Tranel, ISU Extension Dairy Specialist will discuss Contracting Corn Silage for Your Dairy. Melissa O’Rourke, ISU Extension Farm Management Specialist will provide information on the Top Legal Issues Dairy Producers Should Know; and Jenn Bentley, ISU Extension Dairy Specialist or Lee Kilmer, Extension Dairy specialist and Professor of Animal Science, will discuss producer surveys on calf management practices.

After lunch, Dr. Lee Kilmer or Jenn Bentley will discuss best management practices with Leave No Dairy

Calf Behind. Dan Huyser Extension Ag Engineer will share information on Calf Facilities and Repurposing Buildings. Dr. Leo Timms or Dr. Lee Kilmer will share information on Optimizing Your Heifer Enterprise. The final segment will include an interactive survey and discussion with Extension Dairy Field Specialists on Dairy Herd Management Practices.

Dairy Days will be offered at seven locations: Jan. 20 in Riceville, Jan. 21 in Calmar, Jan. 22 in Waverly, Feb. 3 in Bloomfield, Feb. 4 in Kalona, Feb. 5 in Holy Cross, and Feb. 6 in Ryan. Registration starts at 9:30 am and the program will conclude by 3:00 pm. Details about each date are available from your county ISU Extension office.

A $15 registration fee covers the noon meal and proceedings costs.

Pre-registration is requested by the Friday before each event to reserve a meal. Vouchers may be available from local ag-service providers or veterinarians.

For more information contact your local county ISU Extension & Outreach office or your local dairy specialist, Jenn Bentley at 563-3822949 or Larry Tranel at 563-5836496.

6 • Thursday, December 12, 2013 Butler County 4-H Adult Awards given at 4-H Awards Program In addition to having youth join 4-H, our leaders are the other important part in the Butler County 4-H Program. Award of the 4-H Clover for 5 years of service went to Jessica Lovrien of Clarksville. Award of the Clover for 10 years of service went to Margaret Harris of Clarksville. Thank you leaders for all of your dedicated service to the youth of Butler County and the huge contributions you have made to many 4-H’ers lives!

The 2013 Alumni Award went to Jean Ann Wedeking. Jean Ann is always willing to help with anything she’s asked to do. She helped the Jackson Lucky Clovers with their blanket making service project. She is very patient with the girls and has taught them many things from blanket making to keeping a record book. Jean Ann made the curtains members hung in the barns during fair. Thanks for all you have done for 4-H. The 2013 Merit Award went to Farm Credit Services of America.

The partnership Butler county 4-H has had with Farm Credit Services of America goes back a ways. Farm

Credit supplies all the stall cards for fair and sends ring help to fair the day of the beef show. This fall they have gone above and beyond as they offered to pay for the new retinal tablet used for State Fair eye scans in beef and sheep. This amounted to a gift of over $3,500 for the 4 counties using the tablet. We can’t begin to thank Farm Credit for all they do to support Butler County 4-H. The 2013 Honorary Award was awarded Gary and Stacey Sherburne. It would be extremely hard to find a better sheep superintendent than Stacey. He is always on hand at weigh-ins and show days to make sure things run smoothly, with Gary at his side. Gary and Stacey have been great contributors to the Feed Shed in past years too. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do for the Butler County 4-H’ers!

Thank you to all these fantastic 4-H adult volunteers! We appreciate all of YOU! To find out more about the ISU Extension Butler County 4-H program contact: Butler County Extension Office at 319-267-2707.

Senator Chuck Grassley Strengthening Military Whistleblower Protections As the Senate debates the Defense Authorization bill, I introduced with several colleagues an amendment to strengthen military whistleblower protection laws to ensure those who report sexual assault and other misconduct are not further victimized by retaliation.

There’s plenty of evidence that military personnel have an unbelievably difficult time when blowing the whistle on misconduct, fraud or even sexual assault.

Too often, these complaints get tossed into the garbage for no good reason. Retaliation seems to be the norm rather than the exception. The simple changes in our amendment can make a big difference for whistleblowers.

The bipartisan Military Whistleblower Protection Act would extend whistleblower protections to witnesses as well as victims, and ensures action is taken both to provide corrective relief to victims of retaliation and to discipline those who retaliate. It also extends the current 60-day period to file a report to one year, bringing it more in line with other federal and contractor whistleblowers who have longer reporting periods—often up to three years to report misconduct. Finally, it requires the service branches to actively support those with confirmed cases of retaliation by submitting their request to clean up their records to the Board for Military Correction of Records, rather than leaving that responsibility solely on victims to accomplish on their own.

A Government Accountability Office audit reported that more than 60 percent of service members who reported sexual assaults in 2012 experienced re-

taliation. Less than 1 percent of whistleblowers who filed reprisal complaints obtained relief, and only 19 percent of those who the Inspector Generals’ certified had experienced retaliation ever got their records corrected. Additionally, a Pentagon study released in May 2013 and based on a confidential survey sent to more than 100,000 active-duty service members found as many as 26,000 members of the military experienced offenses ranging from sexual harassment to sexual assault last year. However, fewer than 3,400 individuals reported the incidents. The Department of Defense concluded most victims did not step forward because they worried about retaliation and believed that reporting the alleged offense would negatively impact their military careers.

The amendment I cosponsored with Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine of Virginia and Susan Collins of Maine is supported by more than 50 good government, public health and veterans’ organizations.

The Military Whistleblower Protection Act amendment goes hand in hand with another amendment I’m cosponsoring with Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York. The Military Justice Improvement Act amendment takes prosecutions out of the hands of commanders and gives them to professional prosecutors who are independent of the chain of command to help ensure impartial justice for the men and women of our armed forces. It’s the right thing to do, it will improve military morale and readiness, and it protects those who volunteer to defend our nation and protect our freedoms.

EPA Bypasses Rule-making Procedures, Gets Caught Federal rule-making procedures are important for holding the federal government accountable to the public. Federal agencies wield tremendous power. The way they decide to interpret and enforce federal law through rules and regulations has significant ramifications for the affected parties, whether individuals, business owners or state and local governments. These federal rules have the effect of law, but those who develop them are not elected.

The only way average citizens can impact the process is through the federal law – called the Administrative Procedure Act – mandating that agencies solicit public comments before instituting a new rule.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently provided a case study of why federal rule-making procedures matter. The EPA bypassed basic rule-making procedures to enforce new restrictions on wastewater treatment. The restrictions are expensive for city and county governments and, consequently, for local taxpayers.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit invalidated the EPA’s

action on procedural grounds. The appeals court decided the agency changed its policy without public notice and without seeking public comment, as required by law. Now, the EPA says it will implement that decision only in the 8th Circuit. It will not enforce the new rules in the states in the 8th Circuit. The agency will continue to enforce its guidance on wastewater treatment as if it were a formal rule, in violation of the Administrative Procedure Act, in the rest of the country.

The EPA tried to violate basic rulemaking procedures and got caught.

Now, the agency is enforcing the violation everywhere except for the court circuit where it lost its case.

This isn’t the way to conduct agency business. The rules are in place for good reason. They’re meant to keep the public involved and informed of major decision-making and hold agencies accountability for their actions. As Americans, we pride ourselves on setting and following the rule of law. An agency that flouts the law undermines public trust in government and erodes our strength as a country.

2013 4-H Awards

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2013 I Dare You 2013 Butler County 4-H Awards Program Held Leadership Award The annual Butler County 4-H ers; Christine Reyna - Butler County ets Woodworking; Macy Janssen Recipients Named Award’s Program was held on Sun- Young Riders; Andrea Schrage - Shell Rock Rockets Clothing; James Tiffany Cassmann has been awarded the American Youth Foundation’s National Leadership Award in recognition of personal integrity, balanced living and potential for leadership. The honor was presented to her at the Award’s Program held November 17, 2013 at the AplingtonParkersburg High School Auditorium.

The National Leadership Award is presented each year by the American Youth Foundation (AYF) in cooperation with principals, counselors, county 4-H agents, church groups and other organizations across the country. The award was first offered in 1941 by the late William H. Danforth, founder of the Ralston Purina Company in St Louis, who challenged young people to achieve their highest potential and to influence others through lives of service. The award is inspired by the book, “I Dare You!” written by Danforth, in which he commends the balanced life of mental, physical, social and spiritual development as the backbone of leadership. In addition to a certificate of recognition each recipient received a copy of Danforth’s inspirational book, “I Dare You!” And an opportunity to attend AYF’s Leadership Conference located in Michigan. Over 7000 schools, 4-H programs and other organizations take part in this National Leadership Award Program yearly.

To find out more about the ISU Extension Butler County 4-H program contact: Butler County Extension Office at 319-2672707.

Butler County 4-H Project Award Winners 4-H Projects are the centerpiece of 4-H learning. 4-H’ers not only learn more about how something is done or works, but also learn how to work with other 4-H’ers gaining many skills they’ll use throughout life. This year’s winners were: Simon Garbes -Shell Rock Rockets -Woodworking; M a c y Janssen - Shell Rock Rockets - Clothing; James Mobley - Albion Go-Getters - Goat; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s - Child Development, Food & Nutrition, Visual Arts, Woodworking The Butler County Fair provides an opportunity to showcase 4-H’ers and their projects to the public. All awards cannot be made at the fair. Those awards presented at the Awards Program include: Outstanding Herdsmanship: Monroe Clever Clovers – Beef, Rabbits/Poultry, Swine Albion Clubs – Sheep Jefferson Livewires – Horse Butler - Dairy Fair Club Booth Awards: Monroe Clever Clovers – 1st Place Club Booth Shell Rock Rockets – 2nd Place Club Booth Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers – 3rd Place Club Booth

2012-2013 Butler County 4-H Council Receives Awards The Butler County 4-H Council is composed of 4-H’ers in their intermediate and senior years of 4-H work. At the recently held 2013 Butler County 4-H Awards Program, the 2012-2013 Council were awarded County Council certificates. Those receiving member certificates were: Sidney Groen, Emily Leerhoff, Jordie Kampman, Cody Johnson, Macy Janssen, Tiffany Cassmann, Jodie Johnson, Katelyn Shultz, Laura Edeker, Brylee Landers, Tyler Ruby, Andrea Schrage, Kortney Sherburne, Cheslea Johnson, Danielle Eisentrager, Jake Goodrich, Madyson Bixby, Brady Janssen, Addie Gibson, Collin Johnson and Collin Chesnut.

This group of young adults help serve as a great resource for the county’s programs.

They offer ideas and assist with making decisions for the 4-H program, help with workshops and officer trainings, and other countywide activities and they serve as youth respresentatives on the Youth Advisory Committee.

To find out more about the ISU Extension Butler County 4-H program contact: Butler County Extension Office at 319-267-2707.

day, November 17, 2013 at the Aplington-Parkersburg High School Auditorium. The program celebrated the accomplishments of Butler County 4-H members and leaders from this past year.

Congratulations go out to all of this year’s winners! The following youth received awards: Little Clover Certificates: Casey Leerhoff - East Butler Ramblers; Alexis Brinkman - Greene Golden Eagles; Erica Brinkman - Greene Golden Eagles; Charity Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Wyatt Junker - Albion Go-Getters; Sierra Vance - Butler BB’s; Cori Brase - Butler County Young Riders; Fletcher Buss - Butler County Young Riders; Mollie Buss - Butler County Young Riders; Emma Eberline - Butler County Young Riders; Trenton Klingenborg - Butler County Young Riders; Jordan Osterbuhr - Butler County Young Riders; Eva Wessels - Butler County Young Riders; Jase Wiebke - Butler County Young Riders; Kaycee Wiebke Butler County Young Riders Outstanding Junior Recordkeeping Awards: Carter Leerhoff - East Butler Ramblers; Nadia Treichel - Coldwater/ Dayton Busy Gophers; Cassidy Staudt - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Karter Faust - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Liberty Epley - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Ainsley Lovrien - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Janet Borchardt - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Evan Bixby - Shell Rock Rockets; LizBeth DeGroote - Shell Rock Rockets; Brady Feckers - Shell Rock Rockets; Mattie Janssen - Shell Rock Rockets; Isabella Mohn - Shell Rock Rockets; Ray Seidel - Greene Golden Eagles; Andrew Morton - Greene Golden Eagles; Brandon Reiher - Greene Golden Eagles; Justin Hanson Greene Golden Eagles; Daylene Ritter - Greene Golden Eagles; Alex Shultz - Greene Golden Eagles; Joshua Haan - Albion Go-Getters; Luke Edeker - Albion Go-Getters; Kolbi Rice - Albion Go-Getters; Kobe Riherd - Albion GoGetters; Melanie Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Megan Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Seyann Luhring - Albion Dandy Dozen; Halie Petersen - Albion Dandy Dozen; Mallory Hoodjer - Butler BB’s; Bailey Myers - Butler BB’s; Clay Brase Butler County Young Riders; Beth Homeister - Butler County Young Riders; Colton Klingenborg - Butler County Young Riders; Lane Leerhoff - Butler County Young Riders; Josie Oldenburger - Butler County Young Riders; Keivan Oldenburger - Butler County Young Riders; Emy Osterbuhr - Butler County Young Riders; Cailey Reyna - Butler County Young Riders; Hannah Finch - Butler County Young Riders; Madison Johnson - Monroe Clever Clovers; Trevor Rule - Monroe Clever Clovers; Noah Oldenburger Monroe Clever Clovers Outstanding Intermediate RecordKeeping Awards: Hannah Hennings - Shell Rock Rockets; Macy Janssen - Shell Rock Rockets; Bryce Bruns - Jefferson Livewires; Carly Strauser - Jefferson Livewires; Kassi Rice - Albion Dandy Dozen; Olivia Asche - Albion Dandy Dozen; Andrew Haan - Albion Go-Getters; Collin Johnson - Albion Go-Getters; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s; Makayla Holub - Butler BB’s; Courtney Reyna - Butler County Young Riders; McKenzie Feckers - Shell Rock Rockets; Hailey Finch - Butler County Young Riders; David Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; Nick Oldenburger Monroe Clever Clovers; Kyle Sherburne - Monroe Clever Clovers Outstanding Senior Recordkeeping Awards: Dalton Feckers - Shell Rock Rockets; Collin Chesnut - Shell Rock Rockets; Isabel Derdzinski Greene Golden Eagles; James Seehusen - Greene Golden Eagles; Katelyn Shultz - Greene Golden Eagles; Brylee Landers - Greene Golden Eagles; Tiffany Cassmann - Greene Golden Eagles; James Mobley - Albion Go-Getters; Laura Edeker - Albion Dandy Dozen; Chelsea Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Kayla Jacobs - Butler BB’s; Alysha Fox Butler County Young Riders; Sidney Groen - Butler County Young Rid-

Butler County Young Riders; Candace Taylor - Butler County Young Riders; Molli Wise - Butler County Young Riders; Danielle Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; Jodie Johnson - Monroe Clever Clovers; Bobbi Sicard - Monroe Clever Clovers; Sydney Rule - Monroe Clever Clovers; Kortney Sherburne - Monroe Clever Clovers Historian Awards: Madison Bloker - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Makenzie Bloker - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Janet Borchard - Jackson Lucky Clovers; MaKenna Brouwer - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Liberty Epley - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Justine Grummitt Jackson Lucky Clovers; MaKayla Lebeck - Jackson Lucky Clovers; McKenna Lebeck - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Ainsley Lovrien - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Emma Poppe - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Jaima White - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Tiffany Cassmann - Greene Golden Eagles; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s; Emily Wedeking - Butler BB’s; Bailey Myers - Butler BB’s; Sierra Vance (L.C.) - Butler BB’s; Kayla Jacobs - Butler BB’s; Makayla Holub - Butler BB’s; Mariah Wefel - Butler BB’s; Olivia Asche - Albion Dandy Dozen; Kaitlin Marlette - Albion Dandy Dozen; Megan Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Melanie Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Seyann Luhring - Albion Dandy Dozen; Emy Osterbuhr - Butler County Young Riders; Bobbi Sicard - Monroe Clever Clovers; Danielle Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; Addyson Clark - Jefferson Livewires; Kaylee Johnson (L.C.) - Albion Dandy Dozen Secretary Awards: Janet Borchardt - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Katelyn Shultz - Greene Golden Eagles; Hailie Petersen Albion Dandy Dozen; Carson VanHauen - Albion Go-Getters; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s; Addie Gibson - Butler County Young Riders; Sydney Rule - Monroe Clever Clovers Treasurer Awards: Justin Hanson - Greene Golden Eagles; Kassi Rice - Albion Dandy Dozen; Jodie Johnson - Monroe Clever Clovers Five-Year Member Awards: Abigail Benning - Monroe Clever Clovers; Bryce Bruns - Jefferson Livewires; Addyson Clark - Jefferson Livewires; Emily Doty - Butler BB’s; Jared Eiklenborg - Monroe Clever Clovers; Danielle Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; David Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; McKenzie Feckers - Shell Rock Rockets; Adeline Gibson - Butler County Young Riders; Makayla Holub - Butler BB’s; Macy Janssen - Shell Rock Rockets; McKenna Lebeck - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s; Britney Litterer - Butler BB’s; Kaitlyn Mohwinkle - Monroe Clever Clovers; Kassi Rice - Albion Dandy Dozen; Taylor Salge - Coldwater/ Dayton Busy Gophers; Sam Sharp Monroe Clever Clovers; Clay Shultz - Greene Golden Eagles; Bobbi Sicard - Monroe Clever Clovers; Miranda Vance - Butler BB’s; Ellie Wolff - Monroe Clever Clovers 9-Year Member Awards: Collin Fenneman - Coldwater/ Dayton Busy Gophers; Matthew Heeren - Jefferson Livewires; Bryce Jacobs - East Butler Ramblers; Brady Janssen - Jefferson Livewires; Tyler Ruby - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Andrea Schrage - Butler County Young Riders; Kortney Sherburne - Monroe Clever Clovers Club Awards: Greene Golden Eagles Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers Butler BB’s East Butler Ramblers Butler County Young Riders Jackson Lucky Clovers 4-H’ERS FOR 4-H Campaign (Clubs giving $2.50 or more per member: Albion Dandy Dozens Albion Go-Getters Butler BB’s Butler County Young Riders Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers East Butler Ramblers Greene Golden Eagles Jackson Lucky Clovers Monroe Clever Clovers Shell Rock Rockets Project Awards: Simon Garbes - Shell Rock Rock-

Mobley - Albion Go-Getters Goat; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s Child Development, Food & Nutrition, Visual Arts, Woodworking I Dare You Award: Tiffany Cassmann - Greene Golden Eagles Junior Spirit Awards: Justine Grummitt - Jackson Lucky Clovers; Nadia Treichel - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Cassidy Staudt - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Carter Leerhoff - East Butler Ramblers; Seyann Luhring Albion Dandy Dozen; Megan Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Mallory Hoodjer - Butler BB’s; Bailey Myers - Butler BB’s; Jared Brouwer - Monroe Clever Clovers; Cael Lupkes Monroe Clever Clovers Intermediate Spirit Awards: Sarah Goodrich - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Kassi Rice - Albion Dandy Dozen; Makayla Holub - Butler BB’s; Miranda Vance - Butler BB’s; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s; David Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; Nick Oldenburger Monroe Clever Clovers Senior Spirit Awards: Tyler Ruby - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers;; Chelsea Johnson, Albion Dandy Dozen; Laura Edeker - Albion Dandy Dozen; Kayla Jacobs - Butler BB’s; Amanda Eiklenborg - Monroe Clever Clovers; bobbi Sicard - Monroe Clever Clovers Outstanding Senior Awards: (Given at 2013 Butler County Fair) Tyler Ruby - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Andrea Schrage Butelr County Young Riders; Kortney Sherburne - Monroe Clever Clovers; County Council Member Certificates: Senior County Council: Tiffany Cassmann - Greene Golden Eagles; Collin Chesnut - Shell Rock Rockets; Danielle Eisentrager - Monroe Clever Clovers; Jake Goodrich - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Chelsea Johnson - Albion Dandy Dozen; Jodie Johnson - Monroe Clever Clovers; Brylee Landers - Greene Golden Eagles; Tyler Ruby - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Andrea Schrage - Butler County Young Riders; Brylee Landers - Greene Golden Eagles; Tyler Ruby - Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers; Andrea Schrage - Butler County Young Riders; Kortney Sherburne - Monroe Clever Clovers; Katelyn Shultz - Greene Golden Eagles; Laura Edeker - Albion Dandy Dozen; Madyson Bixby - Jefferson Livewires; Cody Johnson - Albion Go-Getters; Sidney Groen - Butler Young County Riders; Jordie Kampman - Monroe Clever Clovers; Brady Janssen - Jefferson Livewires Intermediate County Council: Addie Gibson - Butler County Young Riders; Macy Janssen - Shell Rock Rockets; Sarah Goodrich Butler County Young Riders; Collin Johnson - Albion Go-Getters; Emily Leerhoff - Butler BB’s Adult Leader Awards: Jessica Lovrien - Jackson Lucky Clovers - 5 Years; Margaret Harris Butler BB’s - 10 Years Adult Awards: Jean Ann Wedeking - Alumni Award; Farm Credit Services of America - Meritorious Service Award; Stacey Sherburne - Honorary Award; Gary Sherburne - Honorary Award Club Fair Booth Decorating Awards: 1st Place Monroe Clever Clovers 2nd Place Shell Rock Rockets 3rd Place Coldwater/Dayton Busy Gophers Fair Herdsmanship Awards: Beef - Monroe Clever Clovers Kaitlyn Mohwinkle, Jodie Johnson, Ellie Wolff, Jordie Kampman, Madison Johnson, Jacob Wolff, Gabbi Kampman Dairy - Butler BB’s - Emily Doty; East Butler Ramblers - Nick White Rabbits/Poultry - Monroe Clever Clovers - Jared Eiklenborg, Hailey Finch, Hannah Finch, Amanda Eiklenborg, David Eisentrager Sheep - Albion Dandy Dozen Britney Gibson, Seyann Luhring; Albion Go-Getters - Nate Hemann Horse - Jefferson Livewires Austin Janssen, Brady Janssen Swine - Monroe Clever Clovers - Abby Benning, Molly Benning, Cael Lupkes

Santa Claus came to Town

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Thursday, December 12, 2013 •

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Jonathan Smeltser, 5, poses for a picture with Santa Claus at Clarksville Public Library Saturday morning.

Lillian Jacobsen, 3, met Miss Clarksville [McKenna Lebeck] Saturday morning at Clarksville Public Library. (Pat Racette Photos)

Jessi Reints, Library Aide, reads Santa stories to kids at the library.

Jeni Johnson, 7, and brother, Jacob, 5, color pictures during Clarksville Public Library holiday open house Saturday.

Parents Laura and Jeremy Bohr help sons Karson, 2, and Kael, 6, with fastening paper ornaments at the library.

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The Way It Was

120 Years Ago December, 1893 A toboggan slide had been made on the bluff south of town near the old dam (upstream from the present dam.) The brush, stumps land trees have been cleared away, making a nice clear track, there are three decents then the track strikes the river making a slide of nearly quarter of a mile. Arrangements will be made for a gala night on Tuesday and Friday during the winter. Everyone is invited to bring their hand sleds, toboggans, etc., and take part in the fun. Even today that sounds like great and free entertainment. One wonders how many trips of a quarter mile and back a person would make on an outing to the “slide�?

110 Years Ago December, 1903 The immense cottonwood tree that for two full generations stood on the residence lots of Mrs. Minnie Slattery was felled Monday by an ax. The tree was four feet thick at the butt. Thus disappears another not overly desirable landmark. That would take a lot of chops!

Monday was pay day for the Great Western at this place and over $14,000 was put into circulation. If it is all the same to the company, it can continue to make Clarksville headquarters for as many employees as it has had here during the past summer.

That’s quite a pay roll; I wonder how many railroad men were here at that time and where were they living?

This was probably about the time that they dug the gravel pit west of town. (Sportsman Park) 80 Years Ago Fall 1933 Peter Heery, who was born at Clarksville, Iowa Christmas day 1855, and lived here his entire life, died Oct. 20, 1933. Funeral services were held at the home of his niece Miss Lydia Heery. Burial was on the family lot in Lynwood cemetery, just a week after the death and burial of his brother Albert, aged 75.

He was the last survivor of the six children of the late John and Catherine Heery who came here from Wisconsin in 1852. The two brothers had lived together in the old homestead near the south end of Main street all of their lives. Their father was a farmer and they followed the same occupation.

Under the provisions of the tentative Quail Regulations there will be no open season on quail in 1934. A restoration project on food and cover conditions cannot be carried out before the fall of 1934. Apparently it was not very successful this far north in Iowa. I’ve never shot a quail and only have seen a few.

Ads of the time (1933): Hurd’s Shoe Store—Ladies all rubber Galoshes‌$1 a pair—Men’s Rockford sox‌$1 a doz.—Husking mittens‌$1 a doz.—Men’s Fancy Sox‌5 pair‌$1.00.

W. E. Day’s Economy Shop—1 Dozen Boys High Shoes‌$1.25—1 Dozen Pair Overalls‌ $1.00—Brand

New Stove‌$3.25—12 gauge shotgun n shells‌70 cents—410 gauge shotgun shells 60 cents—Husking mitts, 2 thumbs‌$1.50 a dozen. In case you’re from the younger generation and never picked corn by hand and are wondering what a “husking mitt with two thumbs was? It was a simple but clever idea which allowed you to turn the mitt over when the front wore out. For a young person, like me, they were always too large for my hands and that loose thumb sticking out the back was a great burr catcher which became evident when you tried to wipe your nose.

Vance’s Jersey Dairy—Beginning November 1st we will furnish milk at six cents a quart.

Clarksville Star—FREE, a large basket of groceries worth more than $1.00 with every subscription to the Clarksville Star‌price $2.00, for Friday & Saturday only, office will be open on Saturday night. Wow! Worth more than a $1.00, today you would have to add some more zeros to the value, ditto on the subscription price of the STAR. Mr. & Mrs. Dave Carmac received word from Des Moines, Monday morning that their son, Arthur fell between two cars as he was boarding a train enroute home form a three week’s trip to California. His left arm was cut off below the elbow and his left leg, below the knee. He is in critical condition in a Des Moines hospital. This should answer some questions about Art Carmac.

60 Years Ago Fall, 1953 For the first time in many years the Clarksville high school will publish a yearbook or annual covering the 1953-1954 school year. Title of the new publication will be “Tomahawk.

Selection of staff was recently announced and includes Don Heinselman, editor-in- chief; Sally Evans, assistant editor; Lola Ressler, business manager; Donna Klunder, sales manager; Jake Kolb, sports editor; and Mrs. Lyle Michener, advisor.

Contracts totaling $90,746 have been let for the development of three new public hunting and fishing areas, one of these being the “Big Marsh� between Allison and Parkersburg. Development of these areas will include construction of concrete water outlet control structures and earthen dikes. The contract for the Big Marsh area was let to the Mark Eischeid Contracting Co. of New Hartford.

In a high school girl’s basketball game, the first played by Clarksville after a lapse of many years, the local girls lost to Floyd by a score of 70-31.

In another AD of the times Hardy’s CafÊ was having a smorgasbord every Wednesday night. All you can eat for $1.00 and for another 25 cents you could get a ticket to the Clark Theatre.

Hope everyone enjoyed last Sunday’s “Images of Christmas.� Hopefully our prayers for good weather the past week were answered.

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by Dave Clark

WALK-INS WELCOME Evenings and Saturdays by appointment only

December 15 - 21

By Pat Racette I get angry

My son Colton is currently a few months from turning 3, and as much as I love my little guy, he can be quite the pistol.

Since turning 2, he’s grown bigger, stronger and more confident.

When I give him timeout now, it’s  taming a wild stallion; he bucks, shifts and contorts to get away from my grasp.

Usually I can take this all in stride, I mean, he is 2 years old.

But the other weekend, I just got rattled went it was one thing after another, all stemming from a little BBQ sauce package.

You see, it all started when he went upstairs after eating his chicken McNuggets. I went out to the garage to put my Dad’s Christmas lights on a timer, but instead of going upstairs to see what he was doing, I went back out to the garage and wriggled a few more strands around. It was a bad decision; a lot worse than I ever could have imagined.

When I finally did make my way upstairs, I found him dabbling with BBQ sauce on the top staircase like Picasso would a picture. Why in the heck did he take his BBQ sauce with him upstairs?

I quickly picked him up to stop him from painting more the lightcolored carpet red, putting him into my parent’s room for the time being so I could get a handle on the mess.

Cold water, cold water, cold water, I thought to myself. My Mom always used cold water on clothes when they got dirty, as I have done when C’s had accidents. So I grabbed a rag from downstairs, lathered it up with cold water and

scrubbed the staircase gently and then more vigorously to get the stain out.

It was a fight, but I was soon walking down the hallway feeling OK about it, when I see more sauce on the once spotless floor. Then I check the room in the house we’re staying in at my parents, the guest room, and find more of Colton’s paint on his sheet, our bedspread and the carpet.

So my rinsing, wetting and scrubbing starts to be a little more reckless and angry, as I try to take my frustration out on each stain I see.

Most of it finally does come out, so I open up the door to my parents’ room to find an old flowerpot tipped over with remnants of dirt on the floor. C is sitting on the floor beside it, likely wondering why I wasn’t paying attention to him.

He also had pooped.

Ignoring the dirt with bigger fish to fry, I hold grab a cloth, wipes, diaper and cream to clean him up on the bed. But, I had to let him go to get the stuff, leaving him just enough time to bounce on the bed and into the wall, breaking a night light and then screaming with cries.

Now I’m past my boiling point; I’m angry. What in the heck are you doing? I’m thinking. “Colton you have to listen,� I said as he cried.

I change him, read to him, and he nods off. I should probably go for a jog or bang metal or something, but I was too exhausted to release any steam. Instead I fall asleep with him on a big old fluffy pillow, erasing my troubles for the time being.

Clarksville Public Library Notes Kristen Clark, Library Director

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Hours: Mon., Wed. 10-6; Tues., Thurs. 10-5; Fri. 10-4; Sat. 10-2 HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Watch next week’s library news for details about our Holiday Open House, tiny trees, a visit from Santa and more!

Winners of our door prizes include: Sarah Jordan, Jeff Kolb, Lorna Schwartz, Valerie Chesnut, Brennin Jordan, Zeke Zmolek, Vinny Vance and Bailey Jordan. Please stop by the library at your convenience to pick them up!

NEW INSPIRATIONAL Peace by Shelley Shephard Gray—After a year of secrets and scandal, will this Amish community finally find peace under the bright promise of Christmas?

Promise to Return by Elizabeth Byler Younts (#1 Promise of Sunrise)—When World War II breaks out, Miriam Coblentz’s peaceful Amish world is turned upside down...

What Once Was Lost by Kim Vogel Sawyer—A woman meant to serve, a child in the dark, a man standing apart—can these three souls embrace a God with new plans for them?

A Quilt for Jenna by Patrick Craig (#1 Apple Creek Dreams)—Jerusha has spent months making the most beautiful quilt anyone in Apple Creek, Ohio, has ever seen, and she knows it’s going to take first prize at the Quilt Fair. The prize will be her ticket out of the Amish way of

life--away from the memories of her dead daughter and her tormented husband. Also look for book #2-The Road Home.

A Stranger’s Gift by Anna Schmidt (#1 Women of Pinecraft)—On the heels of a horrific hurricane, Amish man John Hafner is left homeless and badly injured, and the last thing he wants is some do-gooder Mennonite woman intruding in his life.

Also look for book #2-A Sister’s Forgiveness and #3-A Mother’s Promise.

A new series by Laura Hilton, The Amish of Seymour—book #1-Patchwork Dreams; #2-A Harvest of Dreams; and #3-Promised to Another.

Look for these new titles in a series: Autumn of Grace by Marianne Ellis (#2 Amish Seasons); Beloved

by Robin Lee Hatcher (#3 Where the Heart Lives); Healing Grace by Beth Shriver (#3 Touch of Grace); Katie’s Forever by Jerry Eicher (#3 Emma Raber’s Daughter); and Plain Peace by Beth Wiseman (#6 Daughters of the Promise).

Please note the Clarksville Public Library’s upcoming Christmas hours: Tuesday, Dec. 24th OPEN 10:00-12:00, and CLOSED Wednesday, Dec. 25th-28th. Regular hours will resume on Monday, Dec. 30th at 10:00 am. Be sure you stop in early to stock up on books and movies!

Have a safe and happy holidays!

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Hy-Vee - Waverly would like to Welcome all the Clarksville & Allison customers to our Pharmacy We would like to thank Randy and Joan Moad for this opportunity!

Hy-Vee will be delivering for FREE to in-town customers.

Ask Pharmacist for details – 1-800-252-8546.

Hy-Vee Food Stores 1311 4th St. SW Waverly 319-352-1365

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Contact the office at Clarksville Community Nursing Home, 278-4900, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, if you are interested in having Home Meals delivered to you.

Sunday - Ham, mashed potato/gravy, California mixed vegetables, dinner roll, milk, pie; Monday - Pork roast, garden blend rice, creamed peas, bread, milk, ice cream; Tuesday - Roast beef, mashed potato/gravy, spinach souffle, bread, milk, Rice Krispy bars; Wednesday - Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potato/gravy, wax beans, milk, cookie; Thursday - Pork fritter/bun, squash, milk, white cake/frosting; Friday - Chicken Alfredo & noodles, Harvard beets, garlic bread, milk, Jell-O/fruit; Saturday - Chicken pot pie over biscuits, milk, lemon bars. ** Menus are subject to change without notice.

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Hawkeye Valley Agency On Aging Clarksville Site Meals are served at Greene Community Center Monday through Friday, for reservations call 641-823-4422.

Meals are also served at the Dumont Legion Hall on Wednesdays, for reservations call 641-857-6231.

Home delivered meals are also available. If you are age 60 and over you may eat for a contribution, under 60 cost is $6.00.

For more information call 319-272-1767 or toll free at 877-538-0508.

Monday, December 16 - Herbed pork patty, mixed beans, zucchini & tomatoes, wheat bread/margarine, fresh banana; Alternate B - Chef salad/dressing, orange juice, no salt crackers, fresh banana; Tuesday, December 17 - Beef spaghetti sauce/noodles, broccoli & cauliflower, wheat bread/margarine, glazed fruit; Alternate B - Cranberry chicken

salad, pasta salad, country tomatoes, no salt crackers, glazed fruit; Wednesday, December 18 - Ham balls, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat roll/margarine, Dutch apple pie; Alternate B - Sweet & sour meatballs, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, wheat roll/margarine, Dutch apple pie; Thursday, December 19 - Taco beef/taco sauce/sour cream, lettuce & tomato, Spanish rice, Fiesta vegetables, tortilla chips, tropical fruit; Alternate B: California veggie soup, sliced turkey breast, Swiss cheese, kidney bean salad, multigrain bread/mustard, tropical fruit; Friday, December 20 - Chicken casserole, Brussels sprouts, Tuscany vegetables, wheat roll/margarine, carnival cookie; Alternate B: Veal Parmesan, spaghetti, Tuscany vegetables, wheat roll/margarine, carnival cookie.

Applications for Conservation Stewardship program are due Jan. 17 USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applications at local field offices for the 2014 Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) signup. Iowa farmers who apply by Jan. 17, 2014, will receive first consideration for funding selections.

CSP is offered through a continuous signup, but NRCS periodically makes funding selections. Last year, Iowa NRCS obligated more than $3.8 million through 381 contracts covering 175,346 acres.

The program emphasizes conservation performance — producers earn higher payments for higher performance. Through CSP, producers install conservation enhancements to make positive changes in soil health, soil erosion, water quality, water quantity, air quality, plant resources, animal resources and energy.

CSP also supports the Iowa Nutrient Reduction Strategy through various enhancement options. The Iowa

strategy includes practices designed to reduce nutrient loads from nonpoint sources such as farm fields.

Some popular nutrient reduction enhancements used by Iowa farmers include: ¡ Cover crops to scavenge residual nitrogen; ¡ Precision application technology to apply nutrients; ¡ Split nitrogen application (50% after crop emergence or pasture green-up); ¡ Plant tissue tests and analysis to improve nitrogen management.

A CSP self-screening checklist is available to help producers determine if the program is suitable for their operation. The checklist highlights basic information about CSP eligibility requirements, stewardship threshold requirements and payment types.

Learn more about CSP by visiting the Iowa NRCS website or your local NRCS field office.

Guest Opinion

by

State Rep Pat Grassley

ROCK ISLAND CLEAN LINE is anything but “clean�

Rock Island Clean Line is barreling through the Iowa countryside.

The transmission line starts in the wind farms of northwest Iowa and goes to the Illinois border with plans reaching farther east. Those behind the power transmission line spin tales of the “wonders� it will create for renewable energy and Iowa jobs.

But those jobs will mostly be temporary, and the power traveling along the line does not power Iowa.

There’s another reason to be concerned about this project. The Clean Line’s claims of a “small footprint� on our land are actually deceptive.

Farmers who have to deal with the invasion of the project are concerned how it will affect spraying of crops, growing of seed corn, and soil compaction. They’re also concerned how the company often ignores fence and property lines, putting the transmission lines straight through valuable Iowa fields.

I find it interesting landowners often have to pry from the RICL “spin masters� exactly what happens to those who object to this steamroller.

What happens? They condemn their land. Period.

It’s issues like these that make me question the integrity of this com-

pany owned by out-of-state billionaires. The company has already attempted to receive special treatment by asking the Iowa Utilities Board to allow bifurcation. This would weaken property rights and negotiation parity, and of course, save RICL a lot of money. Thank goodness the IUB said “NO� last week. Makes you wonder what kind of neighbors and stewards the RICL would be.

In Grundy and Butler Counties, both of which I represent, landowners are gathering by the hundreds to oppose RICL, as they are in other legislative districts. Some local Farm Bureau groups are joining the fight, but the statewide organization has been strangely quiet. We need them to help fight for property rights.

I am happy to report, there will be several legislators who will stand with these Iowa landowners. As the grandson of the “wind energy champion� in the U.S. Senate, I also support the clean, renewable benefits of wind, but I cannot support this project. Look for bills to be filed in January to let this out-of-touch company know Iowans still love their land and their property rights.

Representative Pat Grassley New Hartford.

Courthouse

• Clarksville Star •

District Court The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on April 17, 2013: Eric A. Shaw, 34, of Cedar Falls, IA, received a deferred judgment for OWI 1st offense and was placed on self probation for 1 year.Mr. Shaw was ordered to pay a civil penalty in the amount of $625.00 plus a 35% surcharge and court costs including all applicable surcharges. It was also ordered that Mr. Shaw shall complete the Drinking Driver’s School.

Charges initially filed in August 2012 by Lane Bass, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Elizabeth Biwer represented the Defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on April 24, 2013: Anglea Shafer, 35, of Allison,IA received a deferred judgment for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Marijuana, 1st Offense and was placed on probation for a period of 1 year to the Department of Correctional Services. Ms. Shafer shall abstain from unauthorized use of controlled substances and be subject to random UA’s. Fine in the amount of $265.00 plus all other applicable surcharges. Charges initially filed in January 2013 by Collin Freesemann, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Shannon Michael represented the Defendant.

The following case appeared before District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on May 1, 2013: Deshon V. Johnson, 34, of Aplington, IA pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance, Methamphetamine and was sentenced to serve a period of 365 days in the Butler County Jail with all but 4 days of said sentence suspended and credit given for all time previously served. Mr. Johnson was ordered to 2 years of probation to the Department of Correctional Services and shall abstain from unauthorized use of controlled substances and be subject to random urine samples at his cost. Mr. Johnson’s driving privileges were revoked for 180 days and was ordered to pay court costs in the amount of $360 along with all other applicable surcharges. Charges initially filed in May 2012 by Justin Trees, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Elizabeth Biwer represented the Defendant.

Aaron R. Opheim, 34, of Allison, IA pled guilty to OWI 1st Offense and was sentenced to serve a period of 2 days in the Butler County Jail and credit given for all time previously served and shall complete Drinking Driver’s School. Mr. Opheim was ordered to pay a fine in the amount of $1250 with half of the fine suspended for a total of $628 plus a 35% surcharge and court costs including all applicable surcharges.

Charges initially filed in November 2012 by Lane Bass, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeard for the State. Brettt Schilling represented the Defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on May 15, 2013: Michael R. Aswegen, 24, of Dumont, IA pled guilty to Count 1:Possession of Marijuana With Intent to Deliver and was committed into the custody of the director of the Iowa Department of Corrections for an indeterminate term not to exceed 5 years with credit given for all time previously served. Fine in the amount of $750.00 plus the statutory surcharge of 35% with the said fine and surcharge suspended.

Mr. Aswegen’s driving privileges were revoked for 180 days on Count 1. Count 2: Failure to Affix a Drug Tax Stamp was sentenced to serve a prison term not to exceed 5 years, concurrent with Count 1. Fine in the amount of $750.00, plus the statutory surcharge of 35% with the said fine and surcharge suspended.

Charges initially filed in August 2012 by Kiley Winterberg, a Peace Officer wtih the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State.

Trevor Hook represented the Defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Gregg Rosenbladt in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on May 20, 2013: Scott Alan Raley, 43, of Clarksville, IA pled guilty to Count 1: In-

decent Contact with a Child and was committed into the custody of the Director of the Iowa Department of Corrections for a term not to exceed 2 years with credit given for all time previously served. The sentence of incarceration was suspended and Mr. Raley was placed on probation with the Department of Correctional Services for a term of 2 years. Court costs including all applicable charges along with a $300 probation fee shall be paid by Mr. Raley. Count 2: Indecent Contact with a Child. Mr. Raley was committed into the custody of the Director of the Iowa Department of Corrections for a term not to exceed 2 years with credit given for all time previously served.

The sentence of incarceration was suspended and he was placed on probation with the Department of Correctional Services for a term of 2 years, concurent with Count 1. Fine of $625 along with a 35% surcharge including all applicable surcharges.

Charges initially filed in June 2011

by Dan Cummings, Chief of Police with the Clarksville Police Department. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Robert Thompson represented the defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on May 29, 2013: Kyle R. McGrane, 22, of Dumont, IA, received a deferred judgment for Theft 4th Degree and was placed on probation for a period of 1 year to the Department of Correctional Services. Mr. McGrane was ordered to pay restitution to the victims and and to pay a civil penalty in the amount of $315 plus a 35% surcharge and court costs including all applicable surcharges. Charges initially filed in December 2012 by Curt Lubben, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Brett Schilling represented the Defendant.

Kyle J. Futrell, 20, of Clarksville, IA, received a deferred judgment for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Marijuana, 1st Offense and was placed on probation for a period of 1 year with the Department of Correctional Services. Mr. Futrell shall abstain from consumption of alcoholic beverages and was also ordered to abstain from unauthorized use of controlled substances and be subject to random UA’s. Court costs including all applicable surcharges are to be paid by the Defendant.

Charges were initially filed in March 2013 by Dan Cummings, Chief of Police with the Clarksville Police Department. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State.

Mark Milder represented the Defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on July 31, 2013: Stephanie M. Heath n/k/a Aswegen, 27, of Dumont, IA, received a deferred judgment for Count 1: Possession of a Controlled Substance, 1st Offense, Marijuana and was placed on probation for a period of 1 year with the Department of Correctional Services. Ms. Aswegan was ordered to abstain from unauthorized use of controlled substances and be subject to random UA’s and shall pay all applicable surcharges.

Count 2: Child Endangerment. Probation for a period of 1 year with the Deparment of Correctional Services.

Charges initially filed in August 2012 by Kiley Winterberg, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State.

Thomas Viner represented the defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Paul W. Riffel in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on August 12, 2013: Victoria K. Wygle, 49, of Aplington, IA, pled guilty to Theft by Misappropriation in the First Degree and was sentenced to prison for an indeterminate term not to exceed 10 years with all of said sentence suspended and placed on probation for a period of 5 years to the Department of Correctional Services. Fine in the amount of $1,000.00 plus a 35% surcharge, with said fine and surcharge suspended. Ms. Wygle was ordered to pay restitution to the victim in this matter in the amount of $24,933.99 and also $337.21 court costs including all applicable surcharges. Charges initially filed in 2010 and 2011 by Steve Schmadeke, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Mark Milder represented the defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler

County District Court in Allison, IA on June 5, 2013: Joshua A. Williams, 26, of Clarksville, IA, received a deferred judgment for OWI 1st Offense and was placed on self probation for 1 year. Mr. Williams was ordered to pay a civil penalty in the amount of $625.00 plus a 35% surcharge and court costs including all applicable surcharges. It was also ordered that Mr. Williams shall complete the Drinking Driver’s School. Charges initially filed in January 2013 by Kyle Haack, a Trooper with the Iowa State Patrol. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State.

Mark Milder represented the defendant.

The following case appeared before Associate District Court Judge Peter B. Newell in Butler County District Court in Allison, IA on August 7, 2013: Larry D. Raymond, 36, of Clarksville, IA, pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance, Methamphetamine and was sentenced to serve a period of 180 days in the Butler County jail with all but 2 days of said sentence suspended and credit given for all time previously served. Mr. Raymond was ordered to 1 year of probation to the Department of Correctional Services and shall abstain from unauthorized use of controlled substances and be subject to random urine samples at his cost. Mr. Raymond’s driving privileges were revoked for 180 days and was ordered to pay court costs in the amount of $280.00 including all applicable surcharges. Charges initially filed in January 2013 by Lane Bass, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Mark Milder represented the defendant.

Jeffrey A. Hart, 47, of Allison, IA, pled guilty to OWI 1st Offense and was sentenced to serve a period of 365 days in the Butler County Jail with all but 2 days of said sentence suspended and credit given for all time previously served. Mr. Hart was ordered to 1-2 years of probation to the Department of Correctional Services, shall complete the Drinking Driver’s School, abstain from consumption of alcoholic beverages and shall not enter bars, taverns or similar establishments. Fine in the amount of $1250.00 plus a 35% surcharge including all other applicable surcharges. Charges initially filed in February 2013 by Lane Bass, a Peace Officer with the Butler County Sheriff’s Office. Butler County Attorney Greg Lievens appeared for the State. Mark Milder represented the defendant.

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Courthouse News DEATH RECORDS LaVerne Byers, 91, Charles City.

Date of death, Nov. 23. Date recorded, Nov. 25.

Roy Edeker, 78, Allison. Date of death, Nov. 17. Date recorded, Nov. 27.

Herold Foxworthy, 83, Aplington. Date of death, May 24. Date recorded, May 31.

Louise Niehaus, 94, Clarksville.

Date of death, June 2. Date recorded, June 6.

Carlton Smith, 82, Parkersburg.

Date of death, May 25. Date recorded, June 4.

Henry Sents, 93, Parkersburg.

Date of death, Nov. 20. Date recorded, Nov. 22.

CITATIONS Meredith Burrington, 17, Waterloo, speeding, $20 fine, $7 surcharge, and $60 court costs.

Justin Bolhuis, 32, Aplington, speeding, $40 fine, $19 surcharge, and $60 court costs.

Travis Dewitt, 21, Frankfort (Ill.), speeding, $40 fine, $14 surcharge, and $60 court costs.

Clint Frey, 33, Parkersburg, speeding, $120 fine, $47 surcharge, and $60 court costs.

Michael Kampman, 62, Allison, speeding, $40 fine, $14 surcharge, and $60 court costs.

Kenneth Roose, 31, Allison, speeding, $90 fine, $31.50 surcharge, and $60 court costs.

DISTRICT COURT Two probation revocations.

Amanda Lawrence, Waterloo, on Dec. 4 convicted of OWI first offense. Sentenced to two days in jail, $625 fine plus 35% surcharge, and $150 court costs.

Steven Zea, New Hartford, on Nov. 29 pled guilty to public intoxication. Fined $65, $22.75 surcharge and $60 court costs.

Zachary Moser, Clarksville, on Dec. 3 pled guilty to public intoxication. Fined $65, $22.75 surcharge and $60 court costs.

SMALL CLAIMS Hauge Associates, Inc. v. Donald Scribner, Greene. Judgment for plaintiff in the amount of $1,728.56 with 2.12% interest from Oct. 29.

Gades Appliance v. Janae Johnson, Shell Rock. Judgment for plaintiff in the amount of $110.68 with 2.12% interest from Oct. 22.

Wheaton Franciscan HealthcareIowa v. Richard and Holly Hinders, Clarksville. Judgment for plaintiff in the amount of $1,103.69 with 2.12% interest from Oct. 25.

Edwin Rodenbeck v. Randal Heine, Shell Rock. Judgment for plaintiff in the amont of $1,780

with 2.12% interest from Oct. 11.

The CBE Group, Inc. v. Jennifer Swenson, Allison. Judgment for plaintiff in the amount of $1,651.88 with 2.12% interest from Oct. 8.

Wheaton Franciscan HealthcareIowa v. Gabriel Bunston, Aplington. Judgment for plaintiff in the amount of $1,513.57 with 2.12% from Sept. 12 PROPERTY TRANSFERS Release: Everbank to Thomas and Sandee Clark; 92-16-14-NE-NW COR ETC; 2013-4830.

Release: Iowa State Bank to Adam and Laci Hoogestraat; 90-16-30NW SW-SUBD OL 1; 2013-4831.

Release: Iowa State Bank to Hoogie, L.C.; 90-16-30-NW SW-OL 1; 2013-4832.

Release: First Security Bank and Trust Company to Joshua and Elizabeth Ott; 92-18-5-SW SWParcel A; 2013-4833.

Warranty Deed: Frances Johnson to Frances Johnson Revocable Living Trust; 91-16-14-NW; 9215-31-N1/2 SE; 2013-4834.

Mortgages: Tara and Shawn Spain to Family Community Credit Union; 93-17-2-NW-LT 16 River View Est; 2013-4836.

Mortgages: Shawn and Tara Spain to Family Community Credit Union; Greene-GR-Original Town-20-7-; GR-409-20-7; 20134839.

Mortgages: Clint Johnson to MidwestOne Bank; 90-17-23-NEParcel D; 2013-4840.

Warranty Deed: Secretary of Housing and Urban Develop and Chase Adams to Reid Adams; 0201141010; GR-Throps ADD8-8-; Greene–8-8-0201141010; ES13-4823.

Release: PHH Mortgage Corporation to Michael and Julie Feckers; 90-16-1- NW-; ES13-4825.

Joint Ten Deed: Tammy Miller to Daniel and Tiffany Stanbrough; Allison-AL-C and M Hoodjers ADD–7 and 8-EXC W 10 FT LT 7; AL-38–7 and 8-EXC W 10 FT LT 7; 2013-4850.

Mortgages: Daniel and Tiffany Stanbrough to MERS; AllisonAL-C and M Hoodjers ADD–7 and 8-EXC W 10 FT LT 7; AL38–7 and 8-EXC W 10 FT LT 7; 2013-4851.

Release: Veridian Credit Union to Mark and Wendy Leisinger; 91-15-4-SW-NW COR; 20134857.

Release: Veridian Credit Union to Leslie and Kathy Rieken; 90-17-1-NW-NW COR; 20134858.

Easement: Douglas and Carolyn Mulder to Jeremy Mulder; 90-1725-NW SE-EXC TR; 2013-4859.

Quit Claim Deed: Randall and Sandra Stoehr; 91-17-32–W1/4 COR Parcel G; 2013-4861.

Quit Claim Deed: Sandra Stoehr to Sandra and Carrie Stoehr; 9117-32-NW SW-Parcel G; 20134862.

Mortgages: Carrie and Sandra Stoehr to First National Bank; 9117-32-NW SW-Par G; 2013-4863.

Warranty Deed: James Bergfelder to William Litterer; 90-18-27–108 RDS W NE COR; 90-18-27–114 RDSIFT W NECOR; 2013-4864.

Mortgages: William and Katherine Litterer to Lincoln Savings Bank; 90-18-27–108 RDS W NE COR; 90-18-27–114RDS 1FT W NE COR; 2013-4865.

Warranty Deed: Vernon Bolton to Michael Swarts; New HartfordNH-Original Town-4-5 and 7-N ½ Vac Alley ADJ; NH-505-4-5 and 7-N ½ Vac Alley ADJ; 2013-4883.

Joint Ten Deed: Michael Swarts to Lane and Casie Bass; New Hartford-NH-Original Town-4-5 and 7-N ½ Vac Alley ADJ; NH-5054-5 and 7-N ½ Vac Alley ADJ; 2013-4884.

Release: First Security Bank and Trust to Tara and Shwan Spain; 93-17-2-NW-Riverview Est LT16; 2013-4886.

Mortgages: Corson Properties LC to State Bank and Trust Company; Shell Rock-SR-Original Town18-1 and 2-; SR-705-18-1 and 2; 2013-4887.

Release: Security State Bank to William and Gerri Dix; Shell Rock-SR-Original Town-12-6 and 7-NERLY ½; SR-705-12-6 and 7-NERLY ½; 2013-4888.

Release: Security State Bank to William and Gerri Dix; Shell Rock-SR-Original Town-12-6 and 7-NERLY ½; SR-705-12-6 and 7-NERLY ½; 2013-4889.

Release: Security State Bank to Steven and Becky Decker; 90-1513-S1/2 NW; 2013-4890.

Release: Farm Credit Services of America to Golden Grain Enterprises; 92-17-30-E1/2 SW and W SE; 92-17-32-N1/2 SW and SE SW; 92-17-32-S ½ NW and SW NE-Parcel D; 2013-4891.

Mortgages: Russell Miller to Iowa State Bank; 92-17-25-N1/2 SE; 2013-4893.

Release: Washtenaw MTG CO to Wanyne and Nancy Hope; Greene-Railroad ADD–13-; 9317-1–lt 14 and lt 6 Auditors Hilmers Plat; 93-17-1–NW Cor lt 6; ES13-4881.

Release: Veridian Credit Union and MERS to Robert and Kim Patterson; 90-17-29–NE SE COR; ES13-4882.

Sheriff’s Report Butler Sheriff Monday, December 2: • Deputies executed one traffic stop, assisted two medical calls, and received reports of five controlled burns.

• 8:10 a.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter near the intersection of 140th St. and Highway 14.

• 8:58 a.m.: Deputies received a report of four tires being slashed on a vehicle in the 200 block of 5th St., Parkersburg.

• 9:55 a.m.: Deputies were called to a property damage accident near the intersection of N. 2nd St. and E. Dow St., Greene.

• 10:18 a.m.: Deputies assisted fire personnel with a house fire in the 19500 block of 110th St., Parkersburg. Also assisting were Parkersburg and Aplington Fire Departments.

• 8:23 p.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check in the 700 block of Pine St., Dumont.

• 8:50 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter in the 100 block of Cherry St. Tuesday, December 3: • Deputies executed one traffic stops, assisted four medical calls, and received reports of four controlled burns.

• 8:16 a.m.: Deputies were called to a property damage accident in the 21400 block of Highway 57.

• 1:32 p.m.: Deputies took a theft report in the 400 block of East St. • 1:58 p.m.: Deputies took a vandalism report in the 24600 block of 130th St., Vehicle was keyed.

• 3:51 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the intersection of

290th St. and Willow Ave. • 4:37 p.m.: Deputies were called to a verbal dispute in the 100 bock of S. Cherry St., Shell Rock. Argument was a verbal dispute with kids.

Wednesday, December 4: • Deputies executed two traffic stops, assisted with three medical calls, and received a report of four controlled burns.

• 12:53 a.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the intersection of 4th Ave. and N. Johnson St. • 1:32 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a fraud in the 500 block of Pine St. • 8:19 a.m.: Deputies assisted fire personnel with a general fire call in the 100 block of N. Cherry St., Shell Rock.

• 6:04 p.m.: Deputies arrested Deshon Johnson, Aplington, for a Butler County warrant for a probation violation. He post-ed bond and was released.

• 6:17 p.m.: Deputies investigated a property damage acci-dent near the intersection of Highway 57 and Ridge Ave. • 9:39 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the intersection of Highway 3 and Sinclair Ave. Thursday, December 5: • Deputies executed five traffic stops and assisted with one medical calls.

• 12:33 a.m.: Deputies received a report of suspicious activity in the 200 block of Spruce St. • 9 a.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the intersection of Highway 188 and Union Ave. • 1:54 p.m.: Deputies were called to a suspicious vehicle re-port near

the intersection of 310th St. and Newell Ave. • 3:42 p.m.: Deputies were called to a property damage re-port in the 200 block of N. Main St., Greene.

• 3:57 p.m.: Deputies took a theft report in the 200 block of Main St., Dumont.

• 5:19 p.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check in the 200 block of S. Washington.

• 8:10 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter in the 400 block of 10th St. • 11:43 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter in the 300 block of S. Main St. Friday, December 6: • Deputies executed eight traffic stops, assisted with two medical calls, and received a report of five controlled burns.

• 2:09 p.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check in the 600 block of Main St. • 3:20 p.m.: Deputies received a theft report in the 300 block of N. Main St., Allison. Report was deemed unfounded.

• 5:41 p.m.: Deputies were called to an alarm in the 200 block of E. Main St. • 5:48 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter near the intersection of 150th St. and Birch Ave. • 5:57 p.m.: Deputies were called to an alarm in the 100 block of N. Main St. • 10:57 p.m.: Deputies received a theft report in the 400 block of E. Superior St., Clarksville. Report was deemed unfounded.

• 11:44 p.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check in the 300 block of E.

Superior St. Saturday, December 7: • Deputies executed seven traffic stops, assisted with three medical calls, and received a report of two controlled burns.

• 12:52 p.m.: Deputies received a report of suspicious activity in the 19700 block of West Brook St. • 2:03 p.m.: Deputies took a missing persons report in the 400 block of 6th St. • 4:15 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter near the intersection of 290th St. and Temple Ave. • 7 p.m.: Deputies were called to a car-deer accident near the intersection of 220th St. and Hickory Ave. Sunday, December 8: • Deputies executed one traffic stops and assisted with two medical calls.

• 7:51 a.m.: Deputies were called to a family domestic matter near the intersection of 13th St. and Highway 57.

• 11:51 a.m.: Deputies were called to an unknown problem in the 900 block of McManus St. • 12:46 p.m.: Deputies were called to a family domestic matter in the 31300 block of Terrace Ave. • 2:11 p.m.: Deputies were called to a property damage accident on the north curve in New Hartford. No damage or injuries reported. Incident occurred due to the weather conditions.

• 7:22 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist in the 1100 block of Parriott St. • 11:10 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter in the 200 block of S. Church St.

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Varsity Girls Basketball Struggle to Start Season

By Emily Mennenga

Monday, December 16 Elementary PTO Meeting, 6:30 PM

Tuesday, December 17 JH Girls Basketball @ North Butler, 4:00 PM JV/V Basketball @ Tripoli,4:00 & 6:30 PM

Wednesday, December 18 Booster Club Meeting, 6:30 PM

Thursday, December 19 JH Girls Basketball @ Dunkerton, 4:00 PM Wrestling @ Dike-NH, 6:00 PM

Friday, December 20 JH Girls Basketball @ Riceville, 4:00 PM JV/V Basketball @ GMG, 4:00 & 6:30 PM End of Quarter 2 End of Semester 1

Saturday, December 21 Wrestling @ Iowa Falls, Alden Tournament, 10:00 AM

M enu Monday, December 16 B— Donut/Cereal L— Turkey burger, french fries, applesauce

Tuesday, December 17 B— Breakfast bar/Toast L— Pizza, California blend, pears

Wednesday, December 18 B— Biscuit and gravy L— CHRISTMAS DINNER

Thursday, December 19 B— Breakfast pizza L— Chicken rice soup, cheese sandwich, peaches

Friday, December 20 B— Pancake on a stick L— Hot dog/brat, chips, mandarin oranges

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Rockford continued to extend the lead in the second half, and the Indians fell to a 51-73 loss. “The game went as expected for WKH ÂżUVW RQH RI WKH VHDVRQ :H KDYH picked up where we left off from last season, but our defense could use some work. We have new people playing new roles this year,â€? Head Coach Joe Huck stated.

Emily Mennenga led the offense with 17 points and three threepointers. Mennenga also had seven rebounds, two assists, and one steal.

Isabella Vance scored eight points and made two three-point buckets.

Vance also recorded three rebounds, one assist, and one steal. “I needed to play good defense, box out, and take care of the ball during the game. We struggled with the press, and we need to work on boxing out. My goal is to make most of my free throws the rest of the season,� Vance said.

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Brittney Litterer had four rebounds, one block, and made one basket.

McKenna Lebeck made both her free throws. Maddie Poppe and Bridget Ross earned two points.

Kayla Jacobs had one steal. “We worked on conditioning, rebounding, and talking on defense

over Thanksgiving break. We come in to get better each day and will continue to build until we reach February,� Huck added.

Varsity Boys Still Looking For Win

By Jackson Hendricks

steals, and one assist.

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Sophomore guard James Shellhorn stated.

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Sophomore Austin Magedanz also fense, only giving up 21 points. was a lot of traveling, and we try to “We got up and ran, and we slowed get the ball out of our hands right thinks improvement would be great.

The Indians then could not answer “I want to improve on my defense to the BCLUW attack and lose in the it down when we needed to,� she away,� Hannah Faust commented. and my low-post offense,� Mage- end, 55-12. added. “Our next game we can’t sink down danz said.

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Janesville on Monday, December 9.

Ryan Groah ful Time of the Yearâ€?. “Jingle Bell Jukebox was my perOn Thursday, December 4, the 7KH IRXUWK DQG ÂżIWK JUDGH VDQJ sonal favorite,â€? Johnson added.

Jackson Hendricks Clarksville Boys’ junior high wres“Jingle Bells Rockâ€? and “You’re a Band director John Sundet said WOLQJ WHDP KDG WKHLU ÂżUVW PHHW RI WKH Austin Magedanz Mean One, Mr. Grinch.â€? that this concert was very memorayear at North Butler.

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Noah Doty, Stirling Kroeze, Dalton Rinnels, and Spencer Gray were all able to win both of their matches, “Leaders for JV would have to be earning them the status of undefeatthe Sophomores,� Freshman Miraned so far this season. da Vance stated.

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By Katie Gallmeyer and Ryan Groah Popham and McKayla Lebeck stood pins apiece. out on the eighth grade team,� NorDoty also tallied a pin, while beatClarksville vs. N-P On Monday, December 2, the ton added. ing his other opponent by major deThe Indians were back at home junior high girls’ basketball team Seventh Grader Mallory Hoodjer cision, 9-0.

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Dunkerton. The eighth grade team junior high basketball game. nents and beat the other by decision, “We worked well as a team, no “I think we have a pretty good 4-0. lost 53-5 and the seventh grade team matter who is in they go hard and team this season. We need to work lost 40-4. “We have one more meet before support each other,� Finley stated.

According to Coach Jill Norton, on making more shots. Dunkerton’s Christmas break,� Arians said. “We The JV had no problem with rack- there is a lot of room for improve- team played very well,� she said. have a lot of little things to work ing up 35 well-earned points against ment.

Eighth grader Bethany Negen on, and we need to gain more expethe Huskies who only managed “We need to work on knowing the commented saying, “We didn’t do rience. We had a little trouble with to score 19, ending the game with offense and having a tough defense. that great. We need to be more ag- locked hands last night, and it cost another win for the Indians.

The team needs the heart and drive gressive and know our plays better. us fourteen points.�

The JV has a night off Monday We need to work on our ball hanto play,� Norton said.

The junior high wrestlers will night, and will next play CAL at “Emily Wedeking on the seventh dling.� travel to New Hampton on Tuesday, home on Tuesday, December 10.

Darian Jacobs, a seventh grader, grade team stood out and McKenna December 10. score.

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Elementary Concert Full of Christmas Cheer

By Katie Gallmeyer On Thursday, December 5, the elementary Christmas concert, “Jingle Bell Jukebox,� took place at Clarksville Schools in the west gym.

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JV Bball Girls Start Strong JH Girls Bball & JH Wrestling Start

By Isabella Vance

Clarksville vs. Rockford

The Clarksville Indian’s Junior Varsity Girls’ basketball team started off the season with a home game against the Rockford Warriors.

Freshmen Kilie Popes and Makayla Holub both agreed that there’s a lot more competition and game play is a lot more serious now that they are in high school, compared to Junior High.

Although the Indians gave it their EHVW WKH\ MXVW FRXOGQÂśW TXLWH NHHS XS with the Warriors. “They are still learning offense and defense at the high school level,â€? Assistant JV coach Matt Finley stated about the freshmen.

“We need to work on talking a lot more, help-side on defense, and stopping the ball on a drive,� Finley said.

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Clarksville vs. NE-H On Friday, December 6, the Indians traveled to Blairsburg to match up against the Northeast Hamilton 7URMHWV IRU WKHLU ÂżUVW FRQIHUHQFH game.

The Indians had some issues with being patient and passing the ball on offense and boxing out on defense.

The Indians did indeed come out on top Friday night although. “It was a great win,� Finley said.

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• Clarksville Star •

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Board games: Clarksville needs to master rebounding to improve

Emily Mennenga of Clarksville (20) shoots over Nashua-Plainfield's Jamie Baldwin in the first half on Saturday. She led the Indians with 15 points. (Kristi Nixon photos)

By Kristi Nixon CLARKSVILLE – Too many offensive rebounds for BCLUW led to a 55-12 non-conference boys basketball loss for Clarksville on Saturday.

The Comets had 44 rebounds, 20 on the offensive end, and kept converting off of the boards to earn the easy victory.

“I asked their coach and they said they had 18 offensive rebounds (in the second half) and that’s giving them an extra shot, and then turnovers were giving them easy shots, too,” first-year Clarksville coach Ethan Lensch said. “It’s not our defense that is giving them 55 points, it’s getting transition turnovers and offensive rebounds. If we play good defense, then we have to get the board afterwards.

“It’s a matter of finding a body, boxing them out and using that height – helping our offense out by getting those boards. That will help us once we start figuring that out.”

BCLUW’s Grant Frazer finished with a double-double, scoring 11 and adding 13 rebounds. Connor Ubben led all scorers with 15. He added four rebounds and three of the Comets’ 16 steals.

All nine BCLUW players who saw playing time scored.

Jordan Myers led Clarksville with six points – all in the first half – on a pair of three-pointers from the wing.

The Comets held the Indians to only two points in the second half and none in the fourth quarter with the only Clarksville second-half score coming on a Carter Kelm basket with 4 minutes, 29 seconds left in the third. Clarksville had another chance to score later in the third but both free throw attempts at the 3:39 mark fell short.

“Actually, the score doesn’t reflect how much better our offense is playing,” Lensch said. “The first game, we weren’t getting any looks.

The last two (games) we’re getting looks, we’re just not putting them in. Turnovers in this one went

back up because we were trying to force a few things. We see them (opportunities) there, we just need to be more patient, help ourselves out.”

Clarksville was 4-of-28 for 14 percent from the field while BCLUW was 22-of-59 (37 percent).

The Indians had a couple of competitive conference games this week against Valley, Lutheran out of Waterloo and CAL on Monday and Tuesday.

“Monday against Valley Lutheran and Tuesday against CAL – two games we should compete well,” Lensch said, “and hopefully have a chance to get one of the two and maybe both if we play well.”

BCLUW 55, Clarksville 12 BCLUW (2-0, 1-0) – Connor Ubben 6-13 1-1 15; Ty Runge 3-8 0-0 7; Taylor Sams 2-5 0-1 4; Cole Silver 0-5 4-4 4; Tanner Teske 1-8 0-0 2; Will Garber 1-3 0-0 2; Grant Frazer 5-10 1-2 11; Elijah Ralston 2-2 0-1 6; Ben Neff 2-5 0-0 4.

Totals 22-59 6-9 55.

Clarksville (0-3, 0-1) – Dylan Jacobs 0-2 0-0 0; Tre Smith 0-0 0-0 0; Tanner Gilbert 0-0 0-0 0; James Schellhorn 0-1 0-0 0; Jordan Myers 2-8 0-0 6; Carter Kelm 1-10 2-4 4; Jackson Hendricks 0-3 0-0 0; Austin Magedanz 1-4 0-2 2. Totals 4-28 2-6 12.

BCLUW 24 10 12 Clarksville 6 4 12

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Three point goals – BCLUW 5-15 (Ralston 2-2, Ubben 2-8, Runge 1-2, Teske 0-1, Sams 0-2); Clark 2-7 (Myers 2-4, Jacobs 0-1, Hendricks 0-2).

Rebounds – BCLUW 44, 20 off. 24 def.

(Frazer 13, Sams 5, Garber 5, Ubben 4, Runge 4, Neff 4, Silver 3, Teske 3, Team 2, Ralson); Clarksville 22, 8 off. 14 def.

(Kelm 6, Myers 5, Hendricks 4, Magedanz 4, Schellhorn 2, Gilbert). Assists – BCLUW 10 (Sams 3, Silver 3, Garber 2, Runge, Teske); Clarksville 1 (Magedanz).

Steals – BCLUW 16 (Ubben 3, Runge 3, Silver 3, Sams 2, Neff 2, Teske, Frazer, Ralston; Clarksville 2 (Myers, Kelm).

Blocks – BCLUW 4 (Neff 3, Frazer); Clarksville 1 (Kelm). Total fouls – BCLUW 9; Clarksville 11. Fouled out – None.

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Clarksville's Jordan Myers, right, is heavily defended by BCLUW's Ty Runge during Saturday's non-conference boys basketball game.

The Comets defeated the Indians 55-12.

Kelm leads Indians BLAIRSBURG – Carter Kelm scored half of his team’s points in a 52-16 loss at Northeast Hamilton on Friday night.

Kelm, in addition to his eight points, added six rebounds, an assist and two steals as Clarksville fell to 0-2.

The Indians shot 33 percent from the field but it wasn’t enough to stop the Trojans, who ran out to a 25-8 halftime advantage.

Jackson Hendricks added three steals, three rebounds and a pair of assists while Austin Magedanz led Clarksville with eight boards.

Northeast Hamilton’s Nick Jeffers couldn’t miss, going 8-for-8 from the field, including 3-of-3 from beyond the three-point line for 19 points. Logan Seiser went off for 26 points and 15 rebounds, both game highs.

NE Hamilton 52, Clarksville 16 Clarksville (0-2, 0-1) – Dylan Jacobs 1-1 0-0 2; Tre Smith 0-1 0-0 0; Tanner Gilbert 2-2 0-0 4; Nick White 0-0 0-0 0; James Schellhorn 0-1 0-0 0; Jordan Myers 0-2 0-0 0; Carter Kelm 4-11 0-2 8; Jackson Hendricks 1-3 0-0 2; Zach Wedeking 0-0 0-0 0; Austin Magedanz 0-3 0-0 0; Tim Widmoyer 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 8-24 0-2 16.

NE Hamilton (2-0, 2-0) – Gabe Rapp 0-3 0-0 0; Tyler Smith 1-7 0-0 2; Hunter Dilley 1-3 0-0 3; Nick Jeffers 8-8 0-0 19; Logan Seiser 8-17 9-10 26; Austin Smith 1-4 0-0 2. Totals 19-42 9-10 52.

Clarksville 6 2 2 NE Hamilton12 13 20

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Three point goals – Clark 0-2 (Myers 0-2); NEH 5-12 (Jeffers 3-3, Dilley 1-1, Seiser 1-4, T. Smith 0-4). Rebounds – Clark 29, 4 off. 25 def. (Magedanz 8, Kelm 6, Schellhorn 4, Gilbert 3, Hendricks 3, Myers 2, Smith, Wedeking, Widmoyer); NEH 20, 7 off. 13 def. (Seiser 15, A. Smith 3, Dilley 2). Assists – Clark 3 (Hendricks 2, Kelm); NEH 8 (T. Smith 4, Dilley 2, Seiser 2).

Steals – Clark 6 (Hendricks 3, Kelm 2, Gilbert); NEH 2 (Seiser 2). Blocks – Clark 1 (Magedanz); NEH 3 (Seiser 3). Total fouls – Clark 11; NEH 6.

Fouled out – None.

Rockford 77, Clarksville 14 Clarksville (0-1, 0-0) – Tre Smith 0-1 0-0 0; Tanner Gilbert 0-1 0-0 0; Nick White 0-0 0-0 0; James Schellhorn 1-3 0-0 2; Jordan Myers 0-6 0-2 0; Carter Kelm 5-12 0-2 10; Jackson Hendricks 1-12 0-0 2; Zach Wedeking 0-0 0-0 0; Austin

Mount Vernon 56, Clarksville 24 145 – John Engelbrecht (MV) pinned Trevor Fenneman 4:00; 152 – Noah Dahlstrom (MV) pinned Jimmy Rogers

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Zach Sommerfelt 9-5; 170 – Trey Ryan (MV) won by tech fall over Dylan Ciavarelli 19-4 (5:51); 182 – Skyler Gilbert (Clark) pinned Bryce Cox 3:44; 195 – Matt Negen (Clark) pinned Jacob Lewis 0:35; 220 – Josh Cannon (MV) pinned Mason Lovrien 5:04; 285 – Skylar Popham (Clark) pinned Tristan Wirfs 0:54; 106 – Jake Durgin (MV) won by forfeit; 113 – Justin Light (MV) pinned Riley Cramer 4:42; 120 – Levi Wade (MV) won by forfeit; 126 – Brandon Wolrab (MV) pinned Dustin Sommerfelt 5:57; 132 – Charlie Engbracht (MV) won by forfeit; 138 – Chase Capper (Clark) pinned Ryan Muller 3:35.

Clarksville 46, Jesup 36 160 – Riley Murray (Jesup) pinned Zach Sommerfelt 3:46; 170 – Dylan Ciavarelli (Clark) pinned Brendan Murray 1:40; 182 – Ryan Even (Jesup) pinned Skyler Gilbert (no time available); 195 – Matt Negen (Clark) pinned DeVante Miller (no time available); 220 – Mason Lovrien (Clark) pinned Preston Schaufenbuel (no time available); 285 – Skylar Popham (Clark) pinned Bryce Winters (no time available); 106 – Dylan Loomer (Jesup) won by forfeit; 113 – Riley Cramer (Clark) won by forfeit; 120 – Colton Dietrick (Jesup) pinned Dakota Garretson (no time available); 126 – Alex Warm (Jesup) pinned Dustin Sommerfelt (no time available); 132 – Jacob Clark (Jesup) won by forfeit; 138 – Chase Capper (Clark) won by forfeit; 145 – Trevor Fenneman (Clark) major dec. Charlie Faulkner 12-2; 152 – Jimmy Rogers (Clark) pinned Corbin Frush 1:03.

Indians nab first win on the road

Kelm scores 10 in opening loss ROCKFORD – Carter Kelm scored 10 of his team’s 14 points as Clarksville opened with a 77-14 loss at Rockford on Monday, Dec. 2.

The Indians were held scoreless in the opening eight minutes and trailed 56-4 at the half.

Kelm was 5-of-12 from the field as Clarksville finished the game 7-of-38 as a team. He also led the Indians with six rebounds.

Six Rockford players finished in double-digit scoring, with no one finishing with more than 13 points for a balanced effort by the Wildcats.

Rockford also came up with 18 steals against the Indians, converting on the other end. The Wildcats were led by Nate Engels, who scored 12, dished out seven assists, came up with five steals and added a block.

JESUP – Clarksville’s wrestling team rolled through the final three matches to come back from being down 36-30 to defeat Jesup on the road on Thursday, Dec. 5.

The Indians (1-1) had a pin, a major decision and a forfeit to take the match, 46-36.

Jesup had taken the lead on two pins and a forfeit before Chase Capper won by forfeit, Trevor Fenneman major decisioned Charlie Faulkner at 145 pounds and Jimmy Rogers completed the comeback with a win by fall over Corbin Frush in 1 minute, 2 seconds at 152.

It got coach Tim Negen’s career as head coach off to a good note as Clarksville also got pins from Dylan Ciavarelli (170), Matt Negen (195), Mason Lovrien (220) and Skylar Popham (285).

The Indians also got a win by Riley Cramer at 113 pounds by forfeit.

Clarksville wasn’t as fortunate in its opening match of the night, losing to Mount Vernon-Lisbon 56-24.

Earning wins for the Indians against the Mustangs were Skyler Gilbert, Matt Negen, Popham and Capper. Matt Negen and Popham each won twice by fall.

Magedanz 0-3 0-0 0; Tim Widmoyer 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 7-38 0-4 14.

Rockford (1-0, 0-0) – Mitchell Longcor 4-6 0-0 10; John Jones 4-7 2-2 10; Ryan Turner 4-9 2-3 10; Nate Engels 6-8 2-3 12; Logan Johnson 6-7 0-0 12; Andrew Schriever 4-5 2-3 10; David Marzen 0-0 0-0 0; Spencer Burke 0-1 0-0 0; Aaron Jeffrey 0-2 0-0 0; AJ Staudt 0-3 0-0 0; Ethan Parcher 3-5 0-0 6; Dalton Winters 3-6 0-2 6. Totals 34-59 6-12 77.

Clarksville 0 4 Rockford 21 35

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Three point goals – Clark 0-1 (Hendricks 0-1); Rock 3-8 (Longcor 2-3, Johnson 1-1, Turner 0-2, Engels 0-2).

Rebounds – Clark 20, 4 off. 16 def. (Kelm 6, Magedanz 5, Schellhorn 3, Myers 2, Hendricks 2, Gilbert, Widmoyer); Rock 23, 13 off. 10 def. (Jones 5, Winters 5, Parcher 4, Engels 3, Turner 2, Staudt 2, Johnson). Assists – Clark 3 (Schellhorn, Kelm, Hendricks); Rock 17 (Engels 7, Longcor 4, Burke 3, Turner 2, Staudt).

Steals – Clark 1 (Hendricks); Rock 18 (Engels 5, Longcor 3, Johnson 3, Marzen 2, Winters 2, Turner, Schriever, Staudt).

Blocks – Clark 0; Rock 5 (Winters 3, Jones, Engels). Total fouls – Clark 13; Rock 3. Fouled out – None.

BLAIRSBURG – Clarksville had to take to the road to get its first girls basketball victory, topping Northeast Hamilton on Friday night.

The Indians topped the Trojets 57-31, using a strong first half to distance themselves.

Tayler Maiers led a trio in doubledigit scoring with 16 as Clarksville built a 30-11 halftime lead and never looked back.

Emily Mennenga added 13 points and Brittney Litterer chipped in with 11 for coach Joe Huck’s team.

Maiers had a solid overall night for the Indians, adding four rebounds, four assists, three steals and three blocks. Mennenga had a team-high five steals.

Huck said after the Indians’ loss the next night against Nashua-Plainfield that his team did everything it wanted to do against Northeast Hamilton.

Clarksville had a busy week with home games against Valley Lutheran out of Cedar Falls on Monday and CAL Tuesday before traveling to fifth-ranked Janesville on Friday.

Clarksville 57, NE Hamilton 31

Clarksville (1-1, 1-0) – Bridget Ross 0-2 0-0 0; Belle Vance 1-4 1-4 4; Hannah Thompson 1-4 0-0 2; Emily Mennenga 5-11 1-2 13; Madison Bloker 0-4 0-0 0; Tayler Maiers 8-12 0-0 16; Kayla Jacobs 0-1 1-2 1; Hannah Faust 0-2 4-8 4; Brittney Litterer 5-8 0-0 11; Maddie Poppe 0-1 0-0 0; Stephanie Schmadeke 0-2 0-0 0; McKenna Lebeck 2-5 2-5 6; Jadyn Maiers 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 22-57 9-21 57.

Clarksville 15 15 22 5- 57 NE Hamilton3 8 9 11- 31 Three point goals – Clark 4-10 (Mennenga 2-6, Vance 1-1, Litterer 1-2, Bloker 0-1). Rebounds – Clark 22, 5 off. 17 def. (Thompson, 4, Maiers 4, Litterer 4, Lebeck 4, Ross 2, Vance 2, Mennenga, Faust). Assists – Clark 12 (Maiers 4, Mennenga 2, Bloker 2, Faust 2, Vance, J. Maiers). Steals – Clark 18 (Mennenga 5, Lebeck 4, T. Maiers 3, Vance 2, Litterer 2, Vance, J. Maiers). Blocks – Clark 3 (T. Maiers 3). Total fouls – Clark 21. Fouled out – None.

Belle Vance of Clarksville looks for a teammate to pass to on a fast break down the court on Saturday against Nashua-Plainfield.

Clarksville goes cold: Indians struggle from field in second half vs. N-P

By Kristi Nixon CLARKSVILLE – Trailing by only five entering the half on Saturday, Clarksville girls basketball coach Joe Huck thought that his team had visiting Nashua-Plainfield where he wanted.

But the Indians were unable to convert a basket from the field until the 5 minute, 30 second mark in the fourth quarter despite going 13-of21 from the free throw line in the second half in an eventual 59-42 loss.

“Last year we were so good coming out of halftime,” Huck said.

“The third quarter was ours, the third quarter was where our intensity level was always up. I thought we came out and did well. All three games (we’ve played) we’ve come out well after half and seemed to kind of a little bit is panicking when we see we’re down when we’re trying to get back into it.

“It’s easy to compare this group to last year because we have a few coming back, but we’re a different team. We’re still trying to get what we’re going to do and be where we’re going to be. We’re working hard and the intensity level is there.

The practices have been great.”

The Huskies forced 14 second-half turnovers and sent them to the free throw line for 10-of-16 in the final half.

“Our goal was to get to the line, get them into foul trouble and attack and we had 14 turnovers in that third and fourth quarter – that to me was the biggest part,” Huck said. “We knew we were going to get fouls called because we knew we could attack but when we pulled off and don’t attack was a big thing for us.

“They hit their free throws.

Some of it was being a little overaggressive on defense some of it was just trying to still trying to figure out the help-defense and where we need to be and how we need to be. It’s been a tough one.”

Emily Mennenga scored 15 points, two rebounds and an assist, steal and block before fouling out with 6:03 left in the game.

Tayler Maiers led the team in rebounding with five boards and added a team-high four steals. She was, however, 3-of-12 from the field for six points.

The Huskies were credited with nine steals.

“When we play a team like Nashua, we wanted to take immediately off the pass whether it was a little out of position, they were by us and we had to reach out,” Huck said. “We threw the ball a bit too far and couldn’t quite get to it so little things that we can clean up.”

The Indians had their first win of the season on the road against Northeast Hamilton Friday night, making it a short turnaround for Huck’s team.

“Against Northeast Hamilton we did what we wanted to do – we played defense the way we wanted, offense the way we wanted and really took it to them,” Huck said. “Today, we were a little tired, especially their legs in the third quarter. (Playing) back-to-back like that is a little bit of it.”

Nashua-Plainfield 59, Clarksville 42 Nashua-Plainfield (1-2, 0-0) – Sarah McMichael 3-10 1-2 9; Kennedy Haut 2-6 1-4 5; Cherith Winters 0-1 0-0 0; Mckayla Liddle 0-1 1-2 1; Kayla Dietz 7-14 4-6 18; Megan Evans 0-1 0-0 0; Megan Stille 1-1 0-0 2; Marissa Janssen 0-0 1-2 1; Jordan Scribner 4-10 4-8 12; Briley Fisher 5-6 1-1 11; Jamie Baldwin 0-3 0-0 0. Totals 22-53 13-25 59.

Clarksville (1-2, 1-0) – Belle Vance 3-10 1-4 7; Hannah Thompson 1-5 1-1 3; Emily Mennenga 2-8 10-12 15; Madison Bloker 1-3 5-10 7; Tayler Maiers 3-12 0-1 6; Hannah Faust 0-1 0-0 0; Brittney Litterer 0-3 0-0 0; McKenna Lebeck 1-2 2-2 4. Totals 11-44 19-30 42.

Nashua-P 11 14 19 15 Clarksville 11 9 8 14

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Three point goals – N-P 2-7 (McMichael 2-4, Liddle 0-1, Scribner 0-2); Clark 1-7 (Mennenga 1-3, Vance 0-4). Rebounds – N-P 40, 10 off.

30 def. (Dietz 11, McMichael 8, Baldwin 6, Haut 4, Liddle 4, Fisher 3, Winters 2, Janssen, Scribner); Clarksville 17, 3 off. 14 def. (Maiers 5, Litterer 3, Thompson 2, Mennenga 2, Bloker 2, Lebeck 2, Vance). Assists – N-P 16 (Scribner 6, McMichael 4, Liddle 3, Dietz 2, Winters); Clarksville 5 (Vance 2, Mennenga, Maiers, Litterer). Steals – N-P 9 (McMichael 2, Dietz 2, Fisher 2, Haut, Winters, Scribner); Clarksville 11 (Maiers 4, Thompson 2, Litterer 2, Vance, Mennenga, Bloker). Blocks – N-P 6 (McMichael 2, Dietz 2, Winters, Baldwin); Clarksville 3 (Maiers 2, Mennenga). Total fouls – N-P 25; Clarksville 19. Fouled out – N-P (Haut, Scribner, Fisher); Clark (Mennenga).

Participation provides memorable Images A variety of sweet treats, cups and bags of goodies, hot chocolate and cider were offered along the walk back-and-forth walk. A 4-H group, wearing newly made green aprons, peddled cookies, while a business offered handmade Story of Christmas booklets.

How could one turn down fresh, frosted donuts, hot poured stew or roasted on the spot s’mores?

And later as dusk arrived, Pete and Shorty’s owners Kendall and Karen Kielman sent sky lanterns floating amidst the clouds as a beautiful surprise.

The Commercial Club planners and I express personal appreciation, with a big thank you to each person

assisting to bring back this annual celebration. Your participation provided an event to be remembered and celebrated by the community.

Several younger people and former committee people expressed memories of the previous Images events.

The energetic, happy elves and redsuited fellows all added much too.

Frosty the snowman, Ms. Claus and Santa all reported greeting countless visitors and friends throughout their journey in town.

The Christmas spirit of peace, joy and love shone brightly on every smile. Here’s a grateful nod to you Clarksville in this season and year of 2013. May 2014 live up to the spirit of 2013.

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Iowa Fishing Report For lake locations, maps and other information, go to www. iowadnr.gov/Fishing/FishingReports.aspx The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issues a weekly Âżshing report on Thursdays in an effort to provide the latest information heading into the weekend. The weekly Âżshing report is compiled from information gathered from local bait shops, angler creel surveys, and county and state parks staff. For current information, contact the district Âżsheries ofÂżce at the phone number listed at the end of each district report.

NORTHWEST Lake Smith Smith Lake had about four inches of ice right off the end of the boat ramp last. Last two days have made ice questionable at best. Limited Âżshing activity this week. Conditions are sure to improve after the cold front arrives.

Lake Catherine There were a few anglers out last week but no reports on success. Ice thickness is probably around 3-4 inches.

Clear Lake A few anglers have ventured out late last week near Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beach on the south shore. They were picking up some yellow bass with a few crappies. Others have tried just off the McIntosh and Ventura boat ramps with limited success.

Lake Cornelia There was Âżve inches of ice on Nov. 28; down to three inches Dec. 4 due to rain and warmer temps. Anglers were doing well on yellow bass 7-8 inches in size.

Little Wall Lake Ice is unsafe at Little Wall Lake.

Crystal Lake One report of an angler catching bluegills in eight feet on the edge of the dredge cut this past weekend.

Blue Pit Blue Pit was stocked with 1,500 catchable size rainbow trout on Nov. 27th. They were not hit very hard by anglers before it froze up so there are good numbers yet. Ice is unsafe right now but may be good on the weekend.

Four inches minimum is recommended for foot travel.

Bluebill Lake Around three inches of ice.

Reports on ice thickness of area lakes have been from 2-4 inches at the beginning of this week. It has melted some the last day or two, but the weather forecast shows colder temps this weekend, so that should add some more. Four inches of ice is recommended for anglers traveling by foot with minimal gear.

For lake updates and Âżshing information in the north central area contact the Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife ofÂżce at 641-3573517.

Big Spirit Lake Iowa Great Lakes - Ice conditions have been questionable thru Dec. 5, however; colder than normal temperatures expected the next few days should improve ice conditions.

Scharnberg Pond 1,500 rainbow trout were stocked Nov. 9th.

NORTHEAST Volga Lake Volga Lake has about four inches of ice. Recent rain may cause the ice to be extremely slippery. Use caution when going on the ice. A reminder that opening shotgun deer season is this weekend and Volga Lake is a popular wildlife management area where hunting takes place. Bluegill No Report: Crappie - Slow: Anglers have been catching crappies near the Ă&#x20AC;oating pier.

Lake Hendricks Ice is about four inches thick but spotty especially with recent measurable rainfall on top. Use caution when going out on ice especially around the aerator.

No motorized vehicles including ATVs are allowed on the ice.

Bluegill - No Report: Crappie Slow: Lake Meyer The lake has about 3 to 4 inches of ice. Use caution when going out on newly formed ice.

Check ice depths often. Bluegill - Fair: Small jigs tipped with wax worms are tempting Âżsh this week. Crappie - Fair: Fish are scattered but Âżsh up to 11 inches are being caught on small jigs tipped with minnows.

Upper Iowa River (above Decorah) Fish are in their overwintering holes. Smallmouth Bass - No Report: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are having luck using jigs tipped with a twistertail. Try Âżshing off the bottom. Fish are biting really light.

Upper Iowa River (below Decorah) Fish are in their overwintering holes. Smallmouth Bass - No Report: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are having success using a variety of jigs tipped with a twistertail. Use a slow presentation.

Turkey River (above Clermont) Please use caution when walking out on ice especially where there is Ă&#x20AC;ow. Check ice depths often. Fish will likely be found in deeper holes. Use a slow presentation.

Turkey River (below Clermont) We have received no information regarding Âżshing on this water body this week.

Cedar River (above Nashua) Ice depths vary especially with the warmer weather this past weekend. Few have been out trying the ice. Continue to use caution when walking out on river ice as depths may vary especially in areas where there is Ă&#x20AC;ow or springs. Northern Pike - No Report: Smallmouth Bass - No Report: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are using 1/8 ounce jigs tipped with minnows. Anglers are Âżnding Âżsh near the bottom of the deeper holes.

Decorah District Streams Modest #18 blue wing olive hatches have still been occurring on warmer afternoons providing dry Ă&#x20AC;y opportunities. Streamer and wooly bugger patterns have been very effective.

Midge emerger and nymph patterns have also produced good trout.

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Weekend weather forecast is calling for sunny with very cold temperatures. Ice conditions on area lakes and backwaters should improve by weekend. Be careful when walking on ice. Fluctuating temperatures, Ă&#x20AC;ow, wind and rain can change conditions quickly. Urban ponds are now being stocked with trout. Go to http://www.iowadnr.gov/Fishing/TroutFishing.aspx to Âżnd out when and where. For more information, call the Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324.

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Take advantage of some excellent trout Âżshing opportunities this winter when good ice conditions allow.

Martens Lake Anglers had been on the ice last week but conditions have deteriorated. Beginning today and over the next 10 days ice conditions should vastly improve.

Anglers were catching primarily bluegill with a few crappies.

Concentrate efforts in the northwest corner of the lake for best success. Bluegill - Fair: Try ice Âżshing jigs tipped with a wax worm. Sight Âżshing out of a shack is a great opportunity here.

Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) Fall Âżshing for walleye on the Cedar River was excellent, be sure to take advantage of open water opportunities when possible. Walleye - Good: Concentrate on the deeper holes where walleye will often over-winter.

Wapsi River (Tripoli to Troy Mills) Take advantage of open river walleye Âżshing this time of year.

Concentrate on the deeper holes where walleye will often overwinter. Walleye - Good: Concentrate on the deeper holes where walleye will often over-winter.

Manchester District Streams Anglers looking to catch and release some trout should try Âżshing the Ensign Hollow Wildlife Management area (a.k.a. Hewett Creek). This stream offers some excellent brown trout angling opportunities. There is a catch and release/ artiÂżcial lure only regulation on this trout stream.

Brown Trout - Good: Match the hatch or try casting smaller spinners.

Maquoketa River (above Monticello) Take advantage of open river walleye Âżshing this time of year.

Concentrate on the deeper holes where walleye will often overwinter. Walleye - Good: Concentrate on the deeper holes where

walleye will often over-winter.

Shell Rock River (Greene to Shell Rock) Fall Âżshing for walleye on the Shell Rock River was excellent, be sure to take advantage of open water opportunities when possible. Walleye - Good: Jig and plastic tipped with a minnow has been good. Concentrate on the deeper holes where walleye will often over-winter.

Interior river Âżshing for walleye had been good all fall; take the opportunity when possible for open river walleye Âżshing.

The next 10 day extended forecast looks excellent for improved ice conditions over northeast Iowa lakes. Utilize all precautions when entering onto ice this early in the season. Trout streams are in excellent shape. For further information call the district ofÂżce in Manchester at 563-927-3276.

MISSISSIPPI RIVER Mississippi River Pool 9 Water levels on Pool 9 are at 8.0 feet and expected to be stable.

Ice is only 2-3 inches in many places and some of that may be weak. Cold weather this weekend will build stronger ice but anglers should use caution before going out on questionable ice especially in areas that may have current. Bluegill - Good: First ice can be some of the best bluegill Âżshing. Good catches have been reported in Shore Slough and Village Creek on wax worms.

Largemouth Bass - Good: Bass have been hitting minnows and baited tip-ups. Crappie - Good: Some nice crappies being caught on minnows in Shore Slough and Village Creek but may be some time between bites. Yellow Perch - Fair: A few perch being caught Âżshing with wax worms.

Mississippi River Pool 10 Water levels on Pool 10 are at 12.7 feet and expected to be stable. Ice is only 2-3 inches in many places and some of that may be weak. Cold weather this weekend will build stronger ice but anglers should use caution before going out on questionable ice especially in areas that may have current.

The boat ramp at Lynxville is open for tail water Âżshing. Johnson slough in Sny Magill is not yet safe to cross. Bluegill - Good: First ice Âżshing on Bussey Lake has been very good but anglers should be cautious of week ice.

Largemouth Bass - Good: Bass have been hitting minnows and baited tip-ups. Crappie - Good: Some nice crappies being caught on minnows in Bussey Lake but may be some time between bites.

Yellow Perch - Fair: A few yellow perch being caught on wax

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Walleye - Fair: Occasional good catches of midsized walleyes being reported.

Mississippi River Pool 11 Water levels on Pool 11 are at 5.1 feet and expected to be stable.

Ice is only 2-3 inches in many places and some of that may be weak. Cold weather this weekend will build stronger ice but anglers should use caution before going out on questionable ice especially in areas that may have current.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Clarksville Star â&#x20AC;˘ Butler County Tribune-Journal â&#x20AC;˘ MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS HELD ON NOVEMBER 26, 2013.

Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Pro-tem Rex Ackerman with member Tom Heidenwirth present. Chairman Mark V. Reiher was absent. Also present were Assessor Deb McWhirter, Recorder Janice Jacobs, Treasurer Vicki Schoneman, HR/ Finance Deputy Mindy Pecha, Sheriff Jason Johnson, Engineer John Riherd, Emergency Management Coordinator Mitch Nordmeyer and Fern Myers, Allison, Iowa.

Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Also present telephonically was Mark V. Reiher.

Board reviewed the 2014 holiday schedule.

Moved by Reiher, second by Heidenwirth to approve Resolution setting 2014 Holidays as follows: RESOLUTION #67-14 HOLIDAYS-2014 BE IT RESOLVED by the Butler County Board of Supervisors that the following holidays be observed by the Butler County Courthouse to conform to the schedule as established by the State and Federal Governments. When the holiday is on a Saturday, it will be observed the day before and when it is on a Sunday, it will be observed the day following: 1. New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Wednesday January 1, 2014 2. Presidentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day Monday February 17, 2014 3. Good Friday Friday April 18, 2014 4. Memorial Day Monday May 26, 2014 5. Independence Day Friday July 4, 2014 6. Labor Day Monday September 1, 2014 7. Veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day Tuesday November 11, 2014 8. Thanksgiving Day Thursday November 27, 2014 9. Day after Thanksgiving Friday November 28, 2014 10. Christmas Day Thursday December 25, 2014 11. Personal Day (must be used within the calendar year) Upon Roll Call the vote thereon was as follows: Ayes: Tom Heidenwirth Rex Ackerman Mark V. Reiher Nays: None WHEREUPON said Resolution was declared duly adopted this 26th day of November, 2013.

ATTEST: Lizbeth Williams, County Auditor Board reviewed Family Farm Tax Credit Applications for 2013.

Board met with Emergency Management Coordinator Mitch Nordmeyer to discuss 1) New Hartford Flood Mitigation Plan. No action taken. 2) Emergency Management Coordinator responsibilities. No action taken.

Board met with Engineer John Riherd to review Resolution Establishing Bridge Postings. Also present was Information Technology Director Sara Trepp. Moved by Heidenwirth, second by Ackerman to approve Resolution as follows: RESOLUTION #792 WHEREAS, The Butler County Board of Supervisors is empowered under authority of the Code of Iowa to impose weight limitations on highway structures under their jurisdiction, and WHEREAS, recent periodic inspections conforming to National Bridge Inspection Standards and Federal Highway Administration rules have been performed, and WHEREAS, the results of these inspections indicate that the following structures have reduced load carrying capability and require load restrictions.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Butler County Board of Supervisors that these structures be posted with the following signs indicating each bridgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s respective load limits.

Bridge B23N10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FHWA # 089440 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; located on the north line of Section 23 T93N R16W, Dayton Twp â&#x20AC;Ś Post with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weight Limit 6 Tonsâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Vehiclesâ&#x20AC;? signs Bridge K13W10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FHWA # 087850 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; located on the west line of Section 13 T91N R11W, Ripley Twp â&#x20AC;Ś Post with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weight Limit Truck Series 22T, 35T, 40Tâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Vehiclesâ&#x20AC;? signs Bridge L33N10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FHWA # 088160 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; located on the north line of Section 33 T91N R18W, Madison Twp â&#x20AC;Ś Post with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weight Limit Truck Series 20T, 30T, 30Tâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Vehiclesâ&#x20AC;? signs Bridge M22T10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; FHWA # 087320 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; located in Section 22 T90N R18W, Washington Twp â&#x20AC;Ś Post with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weight Limit Truck Series 14T, 22T, 22Tâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Vehiclesâ&#x20AC;? signs BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with the provisions of this resolution are hereby repealed, and that upon successful rehabilitation or replacement, as determined by the County Engineer, the bridge postings shall be removed without further action of this board.

Passed and Approved this 26th day of November, 2013.

The vote thereon was as follows: AYES: Rex Ackerman Mark V. Reiher Tom Heidenwirth NAYS: None ATTEST: Lizbeth Williams, Butler County Auditor Board met with Information Technology Director Sara Trepp to review Webhosting Agreement with WEBcentric, LLC. Moved by Heidenwirth, second by Ackerman to approve. Motion carried.

Board postponed collective bargaining update with Human Resources Consultant Paul Greufe until December 3, 2013.

Board approved claims as submitted.

Board acknowledged receipt of Manure Management Plan Annual Updates for Freedom Farm Grow Finisher Farm; Parker Finisher Farm; Luebbers Finisher Farm; Hosch Finisher Farm; Steere East Finisher Farm; Asche West Finisher Farm and Allan Finisher Farm Moved by Ackerman, second by Heidenwirth to adjourn to Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. Motion carried.

The above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes and proceedings of a regular adjourned meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Butler County, Iowa on November 26, 2013.

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CITY OF CLARKSVILLE CITY COUNCIL BUSINESS MEETING DECEMBER 2, 2013 The Clarksville City Council met in regular session December 2, 2013, in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 7:00 p.m. with Mayor David Kelm in the chair and Council members Cathy Cummings, Jeff Kolb, Mike Miller, Diane Renning, and Val Swinton present. Council member-elect Travis Sterken was in attendance.

Motion Miller, Cummings, to approve and adopt the items contained on the Consent Agenda: Motion to approve minutes (November 4, 2013 and November 18, 2013); and financial reports.

RCV â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ayes: Cummings, Kolb, Miller, Renning, Swinton. Nays: None. MC. Larry Pump, City Auditor, discussed with the Mayor and City Council his audit of City Financial Statements as of and for the year end June 30, 2013. Audit Statements will be submitted to the State Auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office as per law.

Motion Swinton, Renning, to accept the City of Clarksville Financial Audit from Larry Pump, CPA, of Charles City.

RCV â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ayes: Cummings, Kolb, Miller, Renning, Swinton. Nays: None. MC. Motion Renning, Kolb, to deny request for a special permit for keeping of livestock, poultry or other animals within the City limits, as recommended by the City Attorney.

RCV â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ayes: Cummings, Kolb, Miller, Renning, Swinton. Nays: None. MC. Mayor Kelm presented Council member Mike Miller with a plaque for his YEARS OF SERVICE to the City of Clarksville, August 3, 2004 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; December 31, 2013.

Motion Miller, to adjourn the regular City Council meeting at 8:56 p.m.

David Kelm Mayor Attest: Larry D. Betts, CMC City Clerk/Treasurer ST-50-1

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Both drivers were walked to the ambulance and checked out by the Clarksville Emergency Medical Services for precautionary measures. Also assisting were Butler County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s deputies, Clarksville Police and Clarksville Fire Department. (Pat Racette Photo)

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