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Your dollars at work Page 1 Life experiences Page 1 Golden Stars to be on IPTV Page 2 Star light, star bright Page 2 Past Allbaugh winners Page 2 Fourth grade teacher Jeanne Herrington uses the mounted projector to display a slide on the SmartBoard to help her students identify fiction and non-fiction paragraphs. Photo by Kim Demory

Your dollars at work

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net It happens every fall…there’s a knock at your door, your phone rings, or your co-workers bring a brochure into the office - it’s school fundraising time.

Have you ever wondered if it’s really worth the effort? Have you ever thought to yourself, ‘why buy wrapping paper when I can purchase it cheaper somewhere else?’ Or perhaps you’re the type of person who happily picks out one or two items out to see the smile on the school-aged child’s face. Either way, this article is to let you know, it is definitely worth it, and every penny counts.

According to Joe Erickson, principal at Eagle Grove Elementary School, their fundraising efforts this fall earned their school over $5,000.

They are happy to say

they’ve put the money to good use already, having installed 14 ceiling projectors. Lance Lennon spent part of his winter vacation installing them so teachers could start the new semester with them.

“We are very grateful that he took the time to do it,” said Erickson.

All but five classrooms already had projectors, but they were inconvenient. They sat on a cart in the middle of classrooms, leaving cords to be tripped over and screens that were easily blocked by little heads.

“It was a challenge for the teachers to set up their classrooms,” said Erickson.

The mounted projectors elevate these problems, making them an ideal accessory to the SmartBoards that are already set up in 23 of the classrooms (17 in general education

rooms, four in special education, one in ELL, and one in PrepK).

Teachers are now able to easily and safely share information, graphics, and more.

Laurie Legvold, a second through fourth grade Title 1 teacher, is thrilled to have the new addition in her room.

“It’s not a Smart Board, but it is definitely making my teaching more effective. There are so many things I wanted to show my small groups and didn’t have the opportunity unless they were actually on a computer,” said Legvold. “Now I can easily show them pictures, the graphic organizers we use, the text of a book to teach them how to underline and circle interesting words. I recently Continued on Page 3

— Life experiences —

From meeting the man who discovered the Titanic, to traveling the Amazon “DC” Randle shares his adventures with students in more ways than one

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ago. He believes that the best way for kids to learn is through first-hand experience.

“I’ve always taught environmentally, but in order to Part 1 of 2 teach, I believe you should have life experiences,” said Albert Einstein once said, “The only source of Randle, a biology and wildlife management instructor. knowledge is experience.”

Randle isn’t your “basic science teacher.” He began Lawrence “DC” Randle, brother of Rotary Senior his career teaching behaviorally challenged students at Living Administrator Sam Boeke, has echoed that Saint Francis High School in Minnesota. He gladly took statement since he began his teaching career 30 years the class of kids the others thought were too difficult to teach. He got the kids’ attention by letting them experience the world around them, not just in a text book, but in the real life environment around them. One of the ways he did this was by starting a turtle project with them.

The goal was to trap the endangered Blanding turtle, mark them, and then put them back in nature to study and learn from them.

Randle said other teachers couldn’t believe he was doing this kind of project with “these kinds” of kids…but he did, and they were interested in learning.

This project, and other environmental work on rivers, eventually won Randle a state award. It also later led him to learn of The Jason Project, a non-profit organization that gives middle school students, both inside and outside the classroom, a connection to “real science” and exploration. It’s meant to encourage students to study and pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields.

The Jason Project was founded in 1989 by Dr. Robert Ballard, the oceanographer who discovered the sunken remains of the historic Titanic. Randle wanted in the worst Lawrence “DC” Randle (left) shared some of the artifacts he way to bring Ballard’s program to has brought back from his Amazon adventures with Dr. Fran his students at Saint Francis, but it Pettigrew (right) and other members of the Eagle Grove Rotary Continued on Page 3 recently. Photo by Kim Demory

2014 Allbaugh Award winner

Jerry Maier (back, left) was added to a long list of prestigious names Monday evening, Jan. 26. Maier was presented with the Roy and Cornelia Allbaugh Community Service Award for his time and commitment to Eagle Grove during the annual Chamber Banquet. Maier has lived in Eagle Grove his whole life and said he was “very honored” to receive the award. “I want to see our community to continue to grow,” he added as to why he volunteers like he does. Maier is pictured above with his wife, Susan (back, right), Ken Allbaugh (front, left - son of Roy and Cornelia), and David Allbaugh (front, right - son of Ken Allbaugh). Watch for more on this story in next week’s Eagle.

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Help save a life EG ambulance looking for volunteers

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Lori Hungate has been a member of the Eagle Grove Emergency Service (EMS) for nearly 30 years. Having joined in 1986, at the encouragement of a friend from work, she admitted she has had to make some personal sacrifices over the years being part of the team, but said it’s so worth it knowing you’ve helped someone in their time of need.

“I’m not complaining (about the things’s I’ve given up), because just knowing you’re able to save a life…gives you a good feeling,” said Hungate.

Unfortunately, the reasons volunteers like Hungate have to sacrifice their own time with family and friends is because there are so few Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) currently serving on the EG EMS - 10 to be exact.

Heather Rutledge, who has been on the service for 14 years said, “It is becoming increasingly harder to cover the schedule with only 10 people. Most of us have full-time jobs, so our availability is limited.”

“We are on 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week, holidays, and weekends,” added Hungate. “We

would like to have more volunteers because if we can’t fill (the schedule) it means we have to depend on other towns (to answer the emergency calls in and around Eagle Grove) and the response times would be longer to get to our patients.”

“If we didn’t have a service in Eagle Grove, you would have to wait at least 15 or 20 minutes for either Clarion or Webster City to come, and longer if it were Fort Dodge,” said Rutledge. “That is the difference between life and death.”

Despite the currently low number of volunteers, Eagle Grove does an amazing job keeping the ambulance staffed, but not without some much appreciated help.

“We have a lot of help at the scene (of an emergency) from the police department and the fire department who help us a lot. We also have had Sandy McGrath drive for us. Gary (Thomas) from the lumberyard helps us a lot, too” said Hungate. “We couldn’t do any of this without the extra help.”

Rutledge, Hungate, EG EMS Director Janet Fuller, and the other volunteers are hoping there are more of you out there who might consider

The “Great Kindness Challenge” Page 3 Supervisors Page 3 County officials consider health insurance Page 3 Leader Dog presentation Page 3 Proposed layouts for courtroom remodel discussed Page 4 EGHS Honor Roll Page 5 Our Foundation for the Future grant applications Page 5 New Goldfield/Renwick Pastor Page 7 Celebrating accomplishments - RBMS awards assembly Page 8 Foundation distributes $58,000 Page 9 Middle school sports Page 14 EGHS boys basketball Page 15 Wrestling Page 15 Three EGHS athletes sign with ICCC Page 15 Bingo for Books Page 16

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Pictured above is a scene from a volunteer activity the Eagle Grove Emergency Medical Service participated in back in 2012.

Tina Gamache (left) and LaShelle (Quintus) Burger demonstrate and inflatable cast during the annual Safety Day held for third graders out at the Wright County fairgrounds each fall.

Photo by Kim Demory

Coaches vs. Cancer Saturday, Jan. 31 EG Elementary Gym Join us at the Eagles vs. Clarion basketball game ––––––––––––––––––––––––– Annual John Morgan Bowling Outing New this year is Family Night!

Friday, Feb. 20th Monday, Feb. 23rd (two sessions) and Tuesday, Feb. 24 Call the Chamber for more details and/or entry form.

––––––––––––––––––––––––– Winterfest Saturday, Feb. 7 11:30 - 1:30 Lake Cornelia –––––––––––––––––––––––––

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by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net The Eagle Grove Golden Stars Drill Team once again left their mark and represented our school district well in the Iowa State Dance Team Championships held Thursday, Dec. 4. The girls did an amazing job, placing fourth in their Pom routine, third in Jazz, and second in Kick. If you weren’t able to attend their performance in person, you still have the chance to see it.

Iowa Public Television has announced they will be airing the performances given by the teams. You’ll see award-winning performances from numerous teams, as well as behind-the-scenes interviews with coaches and dancers. The Iowa State Dance Team Championships is the largest and most prestigious competition held in the nation.

Performances can be view on Monday, Feb. 2, beginning at 8 p.m., or Sunday, Feb. 8, beginning at 1 p.m. You can also watch from your laptop or mobile device by logging into Iptv.org.

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Typically during the winter months, blood donations tend to decrease simply because of the cold and flu season, and treacherous road conditions which can inhibit donors from reaching their donation destination. However, the need for blood remains constant and can often spike in the winter because of automobile accidents and increased surgeries.

Members of the community can help ensure lifesaving blood is available for local hospital patients by giving blood at the upcoming Clarion Community Blood Drive, on Tuesday, February 3, from 1-6 p.m., at the United Presbyterian Church of Clarion, 219 1st Street NW. It takes less than one hour to save a life. Schedule your appointment now.

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LifeServe Blood Center was established in April, 2010 when The Blood Center of Iowa joined operations with Siouxland Community Blood Bank. As one of the 15 largest blood centers in the country, LifeServe Blood Center provides blood and blood products to more than 100 hospitals located across Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. LifeServe is committed to saving lives by providing premier service to volunteer blood donors and access to a safe, quality blood supply for hospitals and patients.

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These little tykes in Julie Davis’ afternoon preschool class wait patiently to go inside the Skylab with “Ranger Jake” and learn about the stars, planets, and more found in the night sky. They were excited to have Principal Joe Erickson (back) join them for the experience. Photo by Kim Demory

Star light, star bright Star lab comes to Eagle Grove

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Could you go outside on a clear, starry night and find O’Rion’s Belt, the Big/Little Dipper, or the Milky Way? Thanks to “Ranger Jake” Elementary students from around Wright County probably can.

Jake Schaben, Wright County Naturalist, gave more than 40 presentations in the star lab around Wright County Schools in the last two weeks. He was in Eagle Grove for a couple of days this past week.

The Starlab, which is only a couple of years old, features a computerized system that allows children to look at more than just the stars. With Ranger Jake’s help for the littler ones, they can find planets, constellations, asteroids, the Milky Way, and more. The kids love it.

As they enter the spider-like looking dome, you can hear the excitement as they settle in to learn about the sky and all the beauty and wonder it has to offer. As Ranger Jake uses a laser to point out constellations, the moon, and other interesting things, the students oohh and awe, often times shouting out “There’s the

These third graders were thrilled to take part in the Starlab that came to Eagle Grove Elementary last week. As they exited they lab, they were all smiles and ready to go out into the night sky for real to see if they could spot the constellations they had talked about. Photo by Kim Demory Little Dipper,” while another says “There’s the Milky Way.” This portable planetarium, costing several thousand dollars, is priceless when it comes to the opportunity it provides for children to get a rare look at an unscathed sky. Who knows, maybe it will be the inspiration needed by one of

the students to one day become an astronomer themselves, and who knows what they’ll discover.

If you have a student in elementary school, or you know of one, ask them to point out some of the things they are able to find in the night sky. You just might be amazed.

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Past Allbaugh winners congratulate Maier Past Allbaugh winners who were at the annual Eagle Grove Chamber of Commerce Banquet gathered to congratulate this year’s winner, Jerry Maier. Present for the photo were, front row, from left: Ken Allbaugh, Jerry Maier, and David Allbaugh. Back row, from left: Jim Toillion Jr., Daryl Watts, Tom Bachel, Warren Scholten, Roi Anne Gearhart, Mickey Cooper, Gwen Amonson, and Carl Helgevold. Photo by Kim Demory

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County officials will consider their stance on change to their health insurance program

Nick Halverson demonstrated one act of kindness that could be done by bringing flowers to his ET homeroom teacher during their awards assembly held Friday, Jan. 23. Photo by Kim Demory

The “Great Kindness Challenge”

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net This week has been designated as a week devoted to being nice to others as part of “The Great Kindness Challenge.” Robert Blue Middle School has accepted the challenge, and during their second quarter awards assembly held Friday, Jan. 23, Nick Halverson got into the spirit early when he presented his homeroom ET teacher, Andy Ettinger, with flowers. While it gave the student body a little chuckle, it also gave them just one idea of a simple way to show someone an act of thoughtfulness and appreciation.

Character and Leadership participants, Mariana Gonzalez and Brittney Osborn, encouraged their peers to follow suit January 26 - Jan. 30. Ideas might include: Smiling at 25 people, complimenting five

people, helping a younger student, or sending a thank you note to a teacher/principal/superintendent.

But it shouldn’t stop there.

While this week has been designated as a time to think about doing kind things, it shouldn’t stop once Friday comes and goes - and it most definitely shouldn’t stop when they leave the school building. In fact, it shouldn’t stop with just the kids.

This is the perfect challenge for the entire community to take part in.

Need some ideas? Pick up trash found on the sidewalk, visit someone in the nursing home, make a new friend, say thank you to someone, tell a joke and make someone laugh… there are endless ways, simple or more complex, to show kindness.

For more ideas, check out www. greatkindnesschallenge.org.

— Life experiences —

Continued from page 1 was unfeasible for the school district at the time. But Randle didn’t give up.

While attending a science convention at a later date, he met a woman by the name of Amy who knew of his work. She was impressed and told Randle he should apply to go on a Belize Jungle Expedition.

At first, he thought she was just saying it to be nice. But with further encouragement, he decided in order to live by his own motto of teaching by experience, he had to at least give it a try. Randle made it through the first two rounds of cuts from amongst applying teachers around the world. Then came an interview with Ballard himself. Randle was honored to be chosen by Ballard as one of six teachers to accompany him on the expedition.

This opened up a whole new world of opportunities for Randle, including taking part in an Amazon Exploration Project. He accepted that

invite more than 20 years ago, and is proud to say he has continued to be a part of the project each summer ever since, returning for 10 days in June, and again for 10 days in July, every year. Each time, he brings with him a group of students (now totaling more than 200) ready to be a part of the Citizen Science in the Peruvian Amazon and offering them the chance to experience first-hand the world of tropical ecology, indigenous culture, sustainable development, and rainforest research.

Do you know a student kindergarten through 12th grade who would like to go? They also welcome K-12 educators to join them. To find out how to apply and what adventures await them in the world’s largest rainforest, or if you just want to learn more about the work being done in the Amazon and the discoveries being made, be sure to read next week’s Eagle.

by jacob snyder WrightCoMonitor@gmail.com Patrick Lynch and Kim Compton, of Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, asked for input from the Wright County Board of Supervisors’ about making an adjustment to their current health insurance plan.

The pair provided the Board with an update on the Group Health Insurance Program along with asking them for this input at the county meeting January 26.

“We are seeing a lot of counties move in the direction of this change,” Lynch said, adding that it could potentially be a major money saver.

According to a handout provided by Wellmark, there are twenty-three participants in this Program including such neighbors as Hamilton and Webster counties.

After explaining the financial summary for 2010 to 2014, Lynch explained the total expenses for the 2014 financial year tallied up to $1,500,635.82 for Wright County after $3,468.34 was paid back in individual stop-loss adjustment costs.

Individual stop-loss adjustment is money paid back to the counties for each claim that is over $100,000.

That said, $1,734,009 was paid in premiums leaving the county with an excess of $233,373.18.

“We just wanted you to take notice that you’ve done a really good job,” Lynch told the Board. “And we’re hoping you can continue on that.”

Both Wellmark representatives also commended the Board for participating in the ISAC Wellness Program.

The Wellness Program has been developed as a way to encourage healthy behaviors among county employees with the goal of reducing the ever increasing cost of health care. County employees can earn cash incentives and discounts on their health insurance premium.

As for changes, one being made to the program, which will go into effect July 1, is in the area of specialty drugs.

Specialty drugs are prescription medications used to treat complex, chronic conditions such as multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

These are usually very expensive and require a great deal of expertise to handle them properly.

A copayment for a month’s supply of this type of drug was created. Currently, the average cost is $150 per script on the medical plan.

Customers will also be required to use contracted specialty providers.

“We’re going to make this about as easy as you can,” Lynch said. “All

you’re going to have to do is call this in and they can have it delivered to your home or to your place of work.”

The two providers are Caremark Specialty Pharmacy or Hy-Vee Pharmacy Solutions.

Compton commented that the people working at these two pharmacies have a great deal of knowledge because they deal strictly with specialty drugs.

A doctor can administer these drugs at the doctor’s office, too. This will continue to be covered under the Program like it is today.

Compton and Lynch also asked for the Board’s input on making an adjustment to the ISAC prescription drug section of the Program.

Basically, the current system is an open formulary, all four tiers of drugs automatically included in the formulary, from the most affordable to the most expensive.

The Board was asked to consider moving to the limited option that only automatically includes the first three tiers of drugs in the formulary, but not the fourth one.

Lynch clarified by saying people would still be able to obtain the drugs they needed but maybe not the exact same ones they are used to receiving.

Only 87 percent of the drugs would be covered in this plan, but would save the county a lot of money.

“All the new types of drugs that are coming out today, wouldn’t necessarily be added into the formulary,” Compton said. She referred to ones that are seen often in television commercials.

District #2 Supervisor Stan Watne stated the county should at least take this into consideration.

The rest of the Board agreed.

Board Chairman Karl Helgevold asked about the general response to the possible change from other participants in the Program.

“We are seeing a lot of counties moving in that direction,” Lynch said, adding that the change, if made, wouldn’t be implemented until at least 2017.

County officials did not make a decision but will discuss further if they would lean toward changing to this option.

In other news, the Board reviewed and approved a modification construction permit for Jack DeCoster.

And, they approved a fireworks permit for Delvin Barkema and set the hearing date for televising the tile in Drainage District #131. It will be March 23, 2015 at 10 a.m.

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Maggie Wachowiak (left) and Hannah Demory (center) presented Robert Blue Middle School principal, Scott Jeske (right), with Clover’s “Leader Dog in Training” bandana and tag during the awards assembly as a show of appreciation for letting them bring their 4-H Leader Dog project to the school. Clover has graduated from the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility program and has been moved to Michigan where she is training with her new owner. The middle school helped Wachowiak and Demory raise money last year to purchase two more Leader Dog puppies, which should be arriving at the FD Correctional Facility within weeks. The girls are working again this year with the school, the Wright Warriors 4-H Club, and now also the community to finish out their three-year project to raise money by the end of the year to purchase an additional three Leader Dogs. Photo by Kim Demory

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Supervisors meet with judge to discuss renovations by jacob snyder WrightCoMonitor@gmail.com The Wright County Board of Supervisors and Andy Yackle, Director of Building and Grounds, met with Associate Judge Paul Ahlers, District 2B, on January 23 to brief him about the proposed renovation plans for the second floor courtroom at the country courthouse in Clarion.

Wright County Sheriff Jason Schluttenhofer was also present.

Much of the discussion centered on security and how it could be improved and updated from its current condition.

Ahlers voiced a few of his main concerns and commented that the proposed additional security measures are not just for the good of the judge, lawyers, and jury but also for the good of the public.

Yackle and the Board also explained some of the main facets of the project and provided the judge with a copy of the plans.

A public hearing was also set for March 23 at 7 p.m. in the second floor courtroom.

The public is invited to attend and voice their thoughts or ask questions about the project.

Help save a life Continued from page 1 joining their efforts in providing medical assistance in our area.

“If you’re willing to drive the ambulance or become an EMT, the town and our service would appreciate it. We need your help to keep our service in town - please,” said Hungate.

“The benefits of being a volunteer is the feeling of making a difference,” said Rutledge. “Most (patients) don’t even require a lot of medical attention, but need the support mentally and emotionally.

We are a part of someone’s life at that pivotal moment that they might remember forever.”

An added incentive, if you are considering joining the Eagle Grove EMS, is that you are compensated for your time. You are paid for the hours you take call. It’s a little extra cash to put away for a rainy day or use to pay off some bills.

The most important reason, though, to be an EMT, for Hungate, is being able to provide a sense of relief for people when she shows up at the scene of a call.

“It’s not about the money…but I feel like a million dollars when I can save or help somebody,” said Hungate.

In 2014, the Eagle Grove unit answered roughly 300 calls. In addition to being there during emergencies, the volunteers also spend their time out in the community giving speeches, helping at school functions (football games, etc.), doing vital checks at the Senior Citizen Center, and have organized a blanket drive for people that need help staying warm. At Christmas, they usually adopt several kids to purchase gifts and necessities for. In the warmer months, they hold bake sales to fundraise for equipment.

If you’ve ever even thought, just even a little bit, about joining the EMS, now is the time to check it out.

See what benefits are in it for you, and what even greater benefits there are for your loved ones, neighbors, and friends, when you provide help in a time of emergency.

For more information, contact any EMS member, or call City Hall at 448-4343.

Your dollars at work

Continued from page 1 had a group of fourth graders read a book called Island Boy and I was able to show them a map of the US, and with the click of a button where the state of Maine is compared to us, and then switch to an actual picture of Tibbetts Island. I use it every day now and always just thought I could get along without the big luxuries.”

Thanks to the addition of the mounted projectors, students can now really get the full benefits of using a SmartBoard - writing on them without a shadow in the way, allowing them to truly be interactive.

So, the next time a child asks you if you would like to buy a magazine, or food, or some wrapping paper,

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maybe think twice about exactly what it is you’re buying - a better education for the children of our community.

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Marriage Licenses Dale A. Negless, 22, and Tiffany D. Barrows, 26, both of Eagle Grove.

Jan. 9, 2015 Jeffrey F. Stiehm, 68, of Eagle Grove, and Mable J. Vetter, 80, of Manson. Jan. 15, 2015 Dissolution Shuri D. Chitty vs. Craig D. Chitty.

Court decree filed Jan. 21, 2015 Clerk of Court Violation of graduated license condition: Michael J. Dicke of Eagle Grove, $50; Violation of instruction permit limitation: Marci A. Duran of Clarion, $50; Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Neil R. Muhlenbruch of Dows, $20; Christopher T. Norstrud of Van Meter, $20; Gavin J. Downs of Ames, $20; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over): Edwin Antunez of Dows, $40; Maximino P. Lorenzo of Clarion, $40; Nathan J. Stahl of Belmond, $40; Jessica J. Eittreim of Clarion, $40; Steven J. Simonin of Clarion, $40; Marco A. Duran of Clarion, $40; Speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over): Dulce A. Simental of Clarion, $80; Jessica A. Meyers of Shelbyville, Ind., $80; Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): Matthew R. Taets of Chaska, Minn., $40; Speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over): David W. Gasper of Vestal, NY, $80; Speeding/residence or school district: Cierra G. Shivers of Goodell, $40; Kevin C. Knoll of Belmond, $40; No valid drivers license: Dulce A. Simental of Clarion, $200; Edwin Antunez of Dows, $200; Maximino P. Lorenzo of Clarion, $200; Gabino Piox Zuleta of Goldfield, $200; Gonzalo Gallegos-Gomez of Humboldt, $200; Jose Rodriguez-Colorado of Belmond, $200; Jose E. CaceresCastro of Belmond, $200; Violation – financial liability coverage: Jhonatan Pulido Lopez of Dows, $250; Francisco B. Maza of Webster City, $250; Failure to provide proof of financial liability: Rebecca Cantrell of Clarion, $250; Cody J. Kaulen of Eagle Grove, $250; Fail to use headlamps when required: Cody J. Kaulen of Eagle Grove, $30; Fail to obey stop sign and yield right of way: Ann A. Beecher of Eagle Grove, $100; Failure to maintain control: Austin Piersol of Dows, $100; Operation without registration: Steven J. Simonin of Clarion, $50; Reckless driving: Austin Piersol of Dows, $65; Driving while license under suspension: Michael D. Shea of Eagle Grove, $250; Property Transfers WARRANTY DEED – Julie K.

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Larson and Robert Larson to C & C Roberts Farm LLC, 27-93-24, as desc. 1-12-15 WARRANTY DEED – Gregory S. Anderson, Lynnette Anderson, and Brent E. Anderson to C & C Roberts Farms LLC, 27-93-24, as desc. 1-1215 WARRANTY DEED – Christa S. Beeler and Robert L. Beeler to C & C Roberts Farms LLC, 27-93-24, as desc. 1-12-15 WARRANTY DEED – Janice M. Anderson Bernloehr Trustee, Janice M. Bernloehr Anderson Trustee, Anderson Lyle E. Testamentary Trust, and Lyle E. Anderson Testamentary Trust to C & C Roberts Farms LLC, 27-93-24, as desc. 1-12-15 WARRANTY DEED – Michael Anderson Trustee, Murray Anderson Trustee, Mary Anderson Trustee, and Anderson Brothers Family Trust to C & C Roberts Farms LLC, 27-93-24,a s desc. 1-12-15 QUIT CLAIM DEED – Willis C. Soesbe and Sally Mae Soesbe to William Soesbe Jr., City of Clarion, Railroad Addition, Block 5, Lot 8, as desc. 1-13-15 WARRANTY DEED – Jack Jenkins and Laura Jenkins to William Soesbe, Jr., City of Railroad Addition, Block 5, Lot 8, as desc. 1-13-15 WARRANTY DEED – Bishop Farms LC to Brian D. Ellis and Elizabeth H. Ellis, 28-91-23, as desc.

1-15-14 WARRANTY DEED – Lund Farms Inc to Lund Farms LLC, 1992-25 and 20-92-25, as desc. 1-1515 WARRANTY DEED – Larry R. Hill, Peggy M. Hill, Gordon J. Mersch, Luann Mersch, Kent L. Gearhart, and Muriel C. Gearhart to Good One LLC, City of Eagle Grove, Original Addition, Block 7, Lots 15, 16, and 17, as desc. 1-15-15 WARRANTY DEED – EGC Properties LLC to Aaron Michael Parrott and Janel Marie Parrott, City of Eagle Grove, Original Addition, Block 10, Lot 5, as desc. 1-15-15 WARRANTY DEED – Blanche M. Bosteder to Michael Stevens, City of Eagle Grove, Lynch’s Addition, Block 6, Lot 8, as desc. 1-15-15 WARRANTY DEED – Michael L. Mechem, Michael Mechem, Susan L. Mechem, and Susan Mechem to Paul M. Gniadecki and Kimberly A. Gniadecki, City of Clarion, Town & Country Place 1st Addition, Block 4, Lot 1, as desc. 1-16-15 WARRANTY DEED – Carol Boyce Trustee, Woodin Richard Family Trust, Woodin Harriet Family Trust, and Richard and Harriet Woodin Family Trust to Austin C. Charlson and Angela M. Charlson, 15-9224, as desc. 1-16-15 WARRANTY DEED – Michael J. Whitters and Pamela R. Whitters to Engineered Building Systems Inc., 9-92-24 and 16-92-24, as desc. 1-1615.

QUIT CLAIM DEED – James M. Richardson and Jerilyn J. Richardson to Larry E. Olson and Carrie Ann Olson, 1-91-25, as desc. 1-16-15

WARRANTY DEED – Bishop Farms LC to Brian D. Ellis and Elizabeth H. Ellis, 28-91-23, as desc.

1-19-15 WARRANTY DEED – Dale J. Knight Trustee, Knight Mildred M. Revocable Trust, and Mildred M. Knight Revocable Trust to Jamil Farms LLC, 3-91-26, as desc. 1-1915 QUIT CLAIM DEED – John Glessner to Julie Glessner, City of Clarion, Eastman’s Addition, Block 11, Lots 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, and 8, as desc.

1-19-15 QUIT CLAIM DEED – Melinda Flores to John Glessner, City of Clarion, Railroad Addition, Block 5, Lot 9, as desc. 1-19-15 QUIT CLAIM DEED – John Glessner to Julie Glessner, City of Clarion, Railroad Addition, Block 5, Lot 9, as desc. 1-19-15 QUIT CLAIM DEED – Darlene J. Covington to Eduardo Duran Padilla, Eduardo Padilla Duran, Rebeca Padilla, Edwardo Duran Padilla, and Edwardo Padilla Duran, City of Rowan, Original Addition, Block 11, Lots 3 and 4, as desc. 1-19-15 WARRANTY DEED – David Frakes, Carol Frakes, and Carol Ingram to Margaret Rose Mrazek, City of Eagle Grove, Original Addition, Block 16, Lot 8, as desc. 1-20-15 QUIT CLAIM DEED – Katherine A. Parks to Perry A. Parks, City of Belmond, Original Addition, Block 22, Lot 1, as desc. 1-20-15 WARRANTY DEED – Loretta Smith to Michael A. Smith, Brian L. Smith, and Terry L. Smith, City of Belmond, Original Addition, Block 6, Lot 5, as desc. 1-20-15 Civil Court The court handled two child support cases.

Trudy Teslik, Clarion, vs. Wright Medical Center, Clarion. Case was dismissed Jan. 15 with prejudice.

Case was originally filed Aug. 8, 2013.

District Court The court issued one arrest warrant.

State of Iowa vs. John K. Chesire, 290 4th Street, Des Moines. The defendant pled guilty Jan. 16 to the amended charge of no valid drivers license and was fined $200 plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, court appointed attorney fees, restitution to be determined, and court costs. The original charge was driving while barred. This sentence is the result of an incident June 20 investigated by the Sheriff’s Department.

State of Iowa vs. Juan L. Yepez, 507 Train Street, Dows. The defendant pled guilty Jan. 16 to driving while barred and was fined $625 plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, court appointed attorney fees, restitution to be determined, court costs, and 4 days in the county jail with credit for time served. This sentence is the result of an incident Aug. 15 investigated by the Sheriff’s Department.

State of Iowa vs. Anthony C. Pow-

— Eagle Grove Police Department — ers, 217 NW 8th Street, Eagle Grove.

The defendant pled guilty Jan. 16 to driving while barred and was fined $625 plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, court appointed attorney fees, restitution to be determined, court costs, and a prison term not to exceed 2 years to run consecutively to another case in Wright County.

This sentence is the result of an incident Sept. 27 investigated by the Sheriff’s Department.

State of Iowa vs. John K. Chesire, 2901 4th Street, Des Moines. The defendant pled guilty Jan. 16 to providing false identification information and was fined $625 plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, court appointed attorney fees, restitution to be determined, court costs, and 30 days in the county jail with all but 4 days suspended in lieu of one year informal probation to the Sheriff’s Department and credit for time served. This sentence is the result of an incident June 20 investigated by the Sheriff’s Department.

City of Eagle Grove vs. Denise A. Lewis, 509 NE 4th, Eagle Grove. The charge was ordered to be reclassified as a municipal violation on Jan. 20.

She was ordered to pay a $250 civil penalty and court costs and was ordered to clear up the nuisance in 14 days.

State of Iowa vs. William E. Gatewood, 207 3rd Ave NE, Belmond.

The defendant was found guilty Jan. 6 by a jury for the charge of domestic abuse assault and sentenced to a $315 fine plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, restitution to be determined, court costs, 90 days in the county jail with all but 7 days suspended in lieu of 1 year informal probation to the Sheriff’s Department and credit for time served, and must complete Domestic Abuse Program. This sentence is the result of an incident June 3 investigated by the Belmond Police Department.

State of Iowa vs. Jeffrey J. Meyers, 109 15th Ave S., Clear Lake. The defendant pled guilty Jan. 16 to possession of marijuana and was fined $315 plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. surcharge, $125 Law Enforcement Initiative surcharge, restitution to be determined, court costs, 2 days in the county jail with credit for time served, must complete and follow all recommendations of a substance abuse evaluation, and driving privileges revoked for 180 days. This sentence is the result of an incident Nov. 16 investigated by the Iowa State Patrol.

State of Iowa vs. Matthew V. Wadle, 1880 290th Street, Eagle Grove.

The defendant pled guilty Jan. 16 to the amended charge of public intoxication and was fined $625 plus the statutory 35 percent surcharge, restitution to be determined, court costs, and 2 days in the county jail with credit for time served. The original charge was operating while intoxicated. This sentence is a result of an incident Oct. 11 by the Sheriff’s Department.

Three proposed new layouts presented in remodel plans for second floor courtroom by jacob snyder WrightCoMonitor@gmail.com Plans to make major renovations to the second floor courtroom at the county courthouse are currently in the preliminary stages of development.

The Wright County Board of Supervisors talked with Andy Yackle, director of Building and Grounds, about the remodel project.

They also listened to a presentation that explained some of the proposed ideas, including three options for new courtroom layouts,

by Sonja Wilson and John Bloom, both of Slingshot Architecture, based in Des Moines, at their January 19 meeting.

“This is something that is not going to be done right away,” Yackle explained. “We will start saving money first to pay for the project.”

He added that his hope is for construction to begin sometime in the spring or summer of 2016.

The county courthouse, built in the early 1890s, cost roughly $50,000 and was eventually placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1981, nearly a hundred years later.

Throughout time, it has been renovated and updated numerous times. A major remodel of the second floor courtroom was completed in the 1970s, according to Yackle.

Today, though the building is still in good condition, the tin ceiling has been painted numerous times

and about 25 percent of the panels are either missing or damaged.

As for the walls, there is some visible water damage on the plaster but their condition is fair.

Most of the carpet has been glued down to the wood flooring. The carpet in the back of the courtroom is tacked down. According to the presentation notes, the wood flooring under this carpet appears to be in good condition.

Bloom began by explaining the first proposed option. In it, the jury box would be on the south rather than the north side of the courtroom.

Unlike now, a series of six-foot high walls would also be installed keep the judge obscured from view.

“The judge would not be seen until he almost gets to the witness stand because he’d be behind a wall that would create some separation,” Yackle explained.

As for the public, they will enter through the main door, which would be located on the west side of the room.

Yackle said also in this option, county and state employees would have their own bathroom.

Similar to the current courtroom, the holding room and conference room, would be on the west side, opposite the judge’s seat.

However, there would be no third room that serves as an office, like now.

In the second proposed option, the jury box would be on the south

side rather than the north side of the courtroom, too.

And for this one, the judge would be completely out of sight until they reached the judge’s seat.

Rather than a conference and holding room on the west side of the building they would be on the south side of the courtroom next to the jury box.

“It allows for a little bit more seating than the first option because the room is aligned with the back entrance,” Wilson said.

Bloom stated that he, Wilson, and Yackle all agreed they did not particularly like this option.

Finally, in the third one, the jury box is back on the north side of the courtroom with the conference and holding room on the west side, again, opposite the judge’s seat, which is comparable to the current set up.

Once again, there would be no third room that serves as an office, like now.

And, in this one, a vestibule closed off by a six-foot wall would separate the two rooms.

“The [proposal] kept the judge’s seat in line architecturally,” Bloom commented, which he liked.

In each of the proposals, the existing pews and the judge’s seat would be re-used, but the platform below the judge’s seat would be rebuilt.

Also, for each of them, a mezzanine overlooking the

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courtroom is included. The public would access the room on the third floor. According to Yackle the room could be used in several ways and would hold around 40 people.

“This is a place to be used if you need more seating,” he said, adding it would also be a “great place” to seat the media.

The four windows on the east wall would be opened up again after having been blocked off for approximately 40 years.

As for the walls, floors and ceiling, repairs and replacements would be completed on those as needed. And a significant number of ceiling tiles would be replaced with similar ones or a match from the supplier. Four tiles will be repaired and numerous others will be shuffled to be put in place of bad tiles.

A key to the whole project is making sure to follow the strict guidelines of the National Registry of Historic Places in order from them to award grants and other types of funds, like tax credits, to help pay for it.

Yackle also said he would be applying for a number of other grants and is looking into other options to aid in covering the costs.

The Board did not discuss which of the three options they are leaning toward at this point in time.

Keep checking back in upcoming issues of The Eagle to read more about the progress of this remodel project.

Weekly Log

Friday 1/16/15 1:00 PM Investigated an erratic driving complaint.

6:53 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

8:29 PM Attempted to serve warrant at residence on North Wright.

9:11 PM Patrolled Goldfield. Investigated complaint of a snowmobiler driving poorly and flipping people off. Located sled and left message to drive better.

Saturday 1/17/15 2:48 AM Responded to a domestic at residence in 300 block of Lucas.

7:03 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

8:22 AM Arrested Jose Gonzalez for public intox.

9:47 AM Attempted to serve a warrant at a residence in Goldfield.

4:24 PM Investigated complaint at residence in 800 block of Southwest Second of a dog being apparently deprived of food and water. Owner said they are trying to put weight on him, and that he goes inside.

4:34 PM Conducted a welfare check on a resident.

8:00 PM Served a warrant on Belinda Sisernos.

9:10 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

9:11 PM Issued warning for no plate.

10:36 PM Conducted bar check at Smoke Shop.

10:40 PM Conducted bar check at Rails.

Sunday 1/18/15 4:04 PM Issued warning for speeding.

4:41 PM Investigated a dog complaint at residences in 400 block of North Jackson and 500 block of Northeast Fourth.

9:00 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

Monday 1/19/15 12:56 AM Conducted door checks at businesses.

1:34 AM Responded to 911 call on cell phone at Gold Eagle. Unable to locate anyone or any problem.

3:37 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

5:16 AM Conducted house watch at address in southeast part of town.

5:24 AM Conducted house watch at address in southwest part of town.

1:48 PM Responded to possible domestic at residence in 600 block of South Commercial. Man yelling at female.

Took pictures and interviewed her, but unable to locate male subject.

4:06 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

5:20 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

10:24 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

Tuesday 1/20/15 1:58 AM Conducted door checks at businesses.

4:02 AM Investigated a gas drive-off at Kum & Go. 4:28 AM Patrolled Goldfield and ran radar.

4:35 AM Issued warning for speeding.

4:45 AM Issued warning for taillight and brake light out.

4:48 AM Patrolled Goldfield and ran radar.

4:44 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

7:19 AM Issued warning for no muffler.

10:40 AM Posted a junk violation notice at residence in 600 block of South Lucas.

3:23 PM Issued warning for improper passing.

8:47 PM Served papers at a residence in 600 block of South Lucas.

9:09 PM Ran radar on South Commercial.

10:00 PM Responded to possible harassment at residence in 1000 block of Southwest Ninth.

10:03 PM Issued warning for erratic driving.

10:32 PM Arrested Oscar Baez for 1st offense OWI and no valid drivers license.

11:24 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

Wednesday 1/21/15 2:00 AM Investigated a suspicious persons call at W & H pumps.

4:37 AM Patrolled Goldfield and ran radar.

5:27 AM Investigated gas drive-off at Kum & Go. 7:15 AM Suspicious vehicle from previous call still parked by Eagle Building Supply.

7:57 AM Advised Bomgaars about suspicious vehicle possibly headed there.

8:40 AM Responded to complaint at Bomgaars. They did enter store and tried to pay with a credit card number written on paper. Sitting in parking lot when responding officer arrived.

While talking to manager they left.

9:48 AM School patrol for training at middle school.

3:10 PM Patrolled at high school.

4:44 PM Follow-up investigation at Lewrights.

8:01 PM Patrolled Goldfield and investigated vehicle break-in at school.

8:19 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

10:51 PM Cited Keith Matthes for stop sign violation.

11:21 PM Ran radar and watched stop lights on Commercial.

Thursday 1/22/15 12:01 AM Patrolled Goldfield and ran radar.

4:04 AM Ran radar on South Commercial.

2:48 PM School patrol at high school and follow-up with building principal.

4:58 PM Investigated break-in at residence in 600 block of Jefferson. Nothing missing, just damage to door frame.

Took a report later that there was some missing jewelry.

5:22 PM Investigated burglary in 200 block of Water. Some items taken.

6:18 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

8:17 PM Investigation at residence in 500 block of North Blaine.

8:53 PM Follow-up investigation at Dollar General.

9:34 PM Conducted welfare check.

9:55 PM Attempted to serve warrant in 300 block of South Kirkwood.

Friday 1/23/15 4:04 AM Patrolled Goldfield and ran radar.

4:26 AM Arrested Eric Ayala Patino for driving while suspended and speeding.

5:23 AM Issued warning for speeding.

John Bloom, of Slingshot Architecture, Des Moines, explains, in detail, the third proposed new layout for the second floor courtroom as Andy Yackle, director of Buildings and Grounds and Duane Asbe, a Clarion City Council member, look on.

Social News

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Eagle Grove High School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll announced “A” HONOR ROLL Freshmen

Ravyn Armstead, Garett Blink, Spencer Espejo, Austin Hill, Mikelle Leonard, Brayden Lyman, Saxon Lyman, Cody Mickelson, Benjamin Nessa, Jacob Nett, Isaiah Newkirk, Ryan Smith, and Kearra Steil.

Sophomores

Shelby Axtell, Alyssa Barkhaus, Rachel Clagett, Lauren Davis, Lindsay Davis, Maria Delgado, Jarika Eisentrager, Megan Larsen, Maci Pickering, Allyson Plain, Allison Purcell, Alixandra Rethman, Kendall Snyder, Dakota Stiltz, and Sarah Wilson.

Juniors

Emily Anderson, Kaitlyn Blasi, Leslie Cooper, Sandra Evensen, Esmeralda Figueroa, Abigail Frommelt, Brian Gonzalez, Cheyenne Groat, Mallory Hammitt, Danielle Koester, Brett Maier, Brandi Osborn, and Brandon Stuhr.

Seniors

Brianna Allen, Victoria Axtell, Caleb Baker, Darin Grandgeorge, Emilee Johnson, Kent Jorgensen, Hailey Konecne, Kathryn Kreck, Trailada Mangkang, Katherine Mork, Alexis Mosher, Anna Nett, Miranda Slagle, Alexandreaty Stiltz, Emily White, Amy Wilson, and Heather Wilson.

“B” HONOR ROLL Freshmen

Evan Anderson, Seth Askvig, Lexis Beck, Chase Blasi, Maia Cooper, Madison Gochanour, Derek Graham, Cole Grandgeorge, Logan Hansen, Sydney Hill, Mary Larson, Michelle Mericle, Colton Poncin, Abigail Pugh, and Devin Toler.

Sophomores

Gage Behnkendorf, Dru Boatner, Kya Carlson, April Garcia, Caitlin Kimbrough, Elias Konemann, Kristina Olson, Dalton Schaffer, Christine Strickland, Katelyn Summers, Luke Teeselink, Natalie Varland.

Juniors

Madison Anderson, Aja Bell, Dessa Comstock, Macklin Derscheid, Levi Hanson, Harrison Helgevold, Samantha Helmke, Alex Jensen, Casey Jergens, Nathan Kastler, Sean Lang, Andrew Ramsey, Tiffany Russell, Parker Slagle, and Cory Toler.

Seniors

Eva Baez, Jared Beecher, Alexi Bell, John Betts, Bailey Boyer, Andee Brekke, Keiley Curtis, Alexander Davis, Michael Dicke, Alaina Garrison, Jacob Grandgeorge, Karter Johnson, Baylee Konecne, Katrina Morris, Stephanie Olmstead, Devon Omvig, Hektor Philipson, Daisah Shivers, Samantha Simons, Kristin Stein, Chloe Sunde, and Brian Yackle.

Eagle Grove High School 1st Semester Honor Roll announced “A” HONOR ROLL Freshmen

Ravyn Armstead, Garrett Blink, Austin Hill, Mikelle Leonard, Brayden Lyman, Saxon Lyman, Cody Mickelson, Benjamin Nessa, Jacob Nett, Isaiah Newkirk, Colton Poncin, Ryan Smith, and Kearra Steil.

Sophomores

Shelby Axtell, Alyssa Barkhaus, Gage Behnkendorf, Rachel Clagett, Lauren Davis, Lindsay Davis, Megan Larsen, Maci Pickering, Allyson Plain, Allison Purcell, Alixandra Rethman, Kendall Snyder, Dakota Stiltz, Luke Teeselink, and Sarah Wilson.

Juniors

Emily Anderson, Kaitlyn Blasi, Abigail Frommelt, Brian Gonzalez, Cheyenne Groat, Mallory Hammitt, Casey Jergens, Danielle Koester, Brett Maier, Brandi Osborn, and Brandon Stuhr.

Seniors

Brianna Allen, Victoria Axtell, Alexander Davis, Darin Grandgeorge, Kent Jorgensen, Hailey Konecne, Kathryn Kreck, Katherine Mork, Alexis Mosher, Anna Nett, Devon Omvig, Samantha Simons, Miranda Slagle, Alexandreaty Stiltz, Emily White, Amy Wilson, and Heather Wilson.

“B” HONOR ROLL Freshmen

Athena Andersen, Evan Anderson, Seth Askvig, Chase Blasi, Maia Cooper, Spencer Espejo, Madison Gochanour,, Derek Graham, Cole Grandgeorge, Sydney Hill, Hallie Jeske, Mary Larson, Michelle Mericle, Abigail Pugh, and Devin Toler.

Sophomores

Dru Boatner, Braden Cahalan, Kya Carlson, Maria Delgado, Jarika Eisentrager, April Garcia, Caitlin Kimbrough, Elias Konemann, Taylor Lowe, Lincoln Miller, Nicolle Miller, Justin Sampson, Dalton Schaffer, and Natalie Varland.

Juniors

Madsion Anderson, Aja Bell, Dessa Comstock, Leslie Cooper, Macklin Derscheid, Sandra Evensen, Esmeralda Figueroa, Matthew Fransen, Levi Hanson, Harrison Helgevold, Samantha Helmke, Kacee Irle, Nathan Kastler, Sean Lang, Colton Pickering, Andrew Ramsey, Tiffany Russell, Desira Shivers, Louis Shriver, Parker Slagle, Cory Toler, and Jeremy Weber.

Seniors

Eva Baez, Caleb Baker, Jared Beecher, Alexi Bell, John Betts, Bailey Boyer, Andee Brekke, Charlie Buhr, Keiley Curtis, Michael Dicke, Alaina Garrison, Jacob Grandgeorge, Emilee Johnson, Karter Johnson, Baylee Konecne, Samantha Kruckenberg, Sierra Larson, Trailada Mangkang, Katrina Morris, Stephanie Olmstead, Hektor Philipson, Daisah Shivers, Kristin Stein, Liam Stevens, Chloe Sunde, and Brian Yackle.

Eagle Grove Weather

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4-H NEWS

Wright Warriors 4-H Club Holds First Meeting of the New Year

On Saturday, January 10, 2015 the Wright Warriors 4-H club held their monthly meeting at Samuel Lutheran Church. The meeting was called to order by President Danielle Koester at 10:02 a.m. Sarah Wilson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Heather Wilson read the Secretary’s report from the last meeting. Hannah Demory gave the treasurer’s report. Mia Cooper motioned to approve the report.

Becky Wachowiak an adult leader is going to start the Rotary Home Activities but she is in need of a committee. Hannah Demory and Maggie Wachowiak gave a report on the Leader Dog project they are doing some more planning on fundraisers. Rachel Clagett reported that they will be having a Pillowcase workshop at 10:00am - January 17th at Samuel Lutheran Church. Jensen Cooper said that they had a STEM workshop on January 10, 2015.

Old Business: After the meeting and the presentations today we had 2 speakers come and talk to us: Harriet Adams came and talked to members about what the judge is looking for in your exhibits that you take to the fair and Dave Tjarks spoke about 4-H rabbit projects. Remember to bring a small School Picture for our Exhibit Booth at the fair next year.

Totes are ready for the committees to bring stuff to put in them the committees are Samuel Lutheran Church (Danielle Koester and Olivia Anderson) Ideas: Paper Plates, Cups, and Napkins. Supplies for school tote (Heather Wilson and Jacie

ISU Fall Dean’s List announced

More than 7,980 Iowa State University undergraduates have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the 2014 fall semester Dean’s List.

Students named to the Dean’s List must have earned a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work.

Included on this list are the following students: Clarion: Cassidie Caye Cramer, Nutritional Science (H SCI); Nathaniel Lee Holmes, Industrial Design; Kyle George Janssen, Pre-Business; Philip Michael Johnson, Pre-Business; Corey James O’Connor, Kinesiology and Health; Colin Earl Odland, Kinesiology and Health; Lukas Daniel Odland, History; Miranda Sue Reed, Elementary Education; Gabrielle K. Sherman, Elementary Education; and Andrew Burdette Young, Management; Dows: Katelyn Marie Osterman, History, and Morgan E. Schilling, Financial Counseling and Planning; Eagle Grove: Alanna Jean Hill, Supply Chain Management; Ashley Nicole Holding, Interdisciplinary Studies; Jenna Lynne Miller, Finance; and Kizzie A. Ryerson, Elementary Education; and from Goldfield: Sarah L. Rasmussen, Family and Consumer Science Education and Studies.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Crutcher) Ideas: Coloring Books, Games, Crayons, etc.

HOPES Family tote (Jon Koester and Leslie Cooper) Ideas: Toiletries, Snacks, Juice Boxes, etc. 4-H Project tote (Hannah Demory and Leslie Cooper) Ideas: new or partially started kits that you do not want to use that some other kids could use for 4-H Projects or project supplies.

New Business: Family Meal – will be at Evangelical Lutheran Church at 6:00 pm, Saturday February 21, 2015. Come with your family and bring an Italian dish to share.

Entrees or desserts should serve about 12 people. If your family has more than 1 4-H member you should bring at least 2 food items. Members should help in preparation of food.

Winterfest: Saturday February 7, 2015 our club has the concessions for this.

Jacie Crutcher lead the 4-H Pledge and President Danielle Koester adjourned the meeting at 10:26 a.m. Jensen Cooper brought snacks and Michael Clagget brought drink. Presentations were given by the following members: Heather and Sarah Wilson “How to make a snowman out of a sock” and Kenya Martinez “Teens and Drinking” Members enjoyed listening to our guest speakers and learning about what a 4-H judge looks for and the 4-H rabbit project.

The next meeting will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 6:00p.m.At Samuel Lutheran Church.

Food: All Members Drink & Table Service: Phyllis Presentations: Rachel Clagget, Lizzie Hogreffe, Jensen Cooper, Olivia Anderson, and Sofia Caldron.

Submitted By: Shea Whaley, Reporter of the Wright Warriors 4-H Club

BOWLING NEWS 6:45 P.M. WOMEN’S WEDNESDAY LEAGUE

Standings: Jan. 21, 2015

Team Standings: 1. EG Chiropractic 2. Lady Eagles 3. Webster City RV 4. Grid Iron 5. Lawson Auto 6. First State Bank 7. AGP 8. ADS High Team Game: 1. First State Bank 2. AGP 3. Lady Eagles High Team Series: 1. EG Chiropractic 2. First State Bank 3. AGP High Individual Game: 1. Barb Schmauss 2. Maureen Thielen 3. Kris Miller High Individual Series: 1. Barb Schmauss 2. Kris Miller 3. Maureen Thielen

35.5 30.0 23.5 23.5 18.5 14.5 13.5 9.0 816 812 799 2277 2275 2268 197 192 178 533 505 490

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BIRTHS

It’s a Girl!

Raquel Elliott, of Webster City, and Daniel Kemnitz of Eagle Grove are proud to announce the birth of a daughter, Addison Penelope Kemnitz, on January 22, 2015, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. She weighed 7 pounds 10 ounces.

Grandparents are Toy and Mark Elliott of Webster City, Tracey Kemnitz of Canton, Ga., Dan, Sr. and Sue Kemnitz of Eagle Grove. Great-grandparents are Patricia and Patrick Schumacher of Emmetsburg, Iowa.

Rotary Auxiliary News

Twenty-eight members of Rotary Auxiliary met in the Gathering Room of Rotary Senior Living on Monday, January 29, 2015.

Elected officers for 2015 are: President, Blanche Bosteder; Vice-President, Evelyn Wergeland; Secretary, Gwen Amonson; and Treasurer, Lois Barnes.

New Activity Director, Kaelee McNeill, was introduced. Administrator Sam Boeke introduced the Management Team: Jan Asche, Social Services; Brandi Larson, Head of Nurses; Laura Thomas, Business Manager; Corporate Compliance Officer, Roni Ewing; Dietary Director, Jules Pinkele; and Dean Rick, Facility Director. These are a part of the 85 employees of Rotary Senior Living.

The next business meeting is Monday, April 20.

Sorority News

Members of Laureate Eta began their new year at Jan Sander’s home with new officers in charge. Linda Shutt and Trish Wadle share the president’s role. Betty Wilde is the vice president and provides the new printed program book. Joyce Wearmouth is the secretary, and Jan Sanders is the treasurer.

Following the business meeting, Mary Anne Lilly stirred memories with the 70’s theme. She had asked each member to bring an object ready to tell a story about it and life in the seventies for “show and tell.” Betty even brought several toys. Of course, Mary Anne had photos of Elvis. Trivia questions concerning music and TV shows occurring in the 70’s ignited several memories also.

One guest joined the group.

The hostess served dessert.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

Our Foundation for the Future will meet Tuesday, February 17, 2015, at 5:15 p.m. at the Eagle Grove Memorial Library for their Annual Meeting.

Helpful Hint

-Make old socks look new.

Get the stains out of old socks and sweaty gym clothes by soaking them in a vinegar solution. Add 1 cup of white distilled vinegar to a large pot of water, bring to a boil and drop in the stained clothes.

Let them soak overnight, and in the morning stained clothes are fresh and bright.

Grant applications for funding being accepted

Our Foundation for the Future will accept grant applications for funding for projects through the month of February 2015.

Applications may be obtained at the Eagle Grove Memorial Library, local banks, and the Chamber office.

They are due back by Sat., Feb. 28.

Please mail to Our Foundation, Box 385.

Projects should be of benefit to Eagle Grove, Thor, Vincent, or Woolstock, and funding should be matched. Further details are on the application forms.

News Tip? Call Kim at 448-4745

Afternoon Household Auction Located at Eagle Grove Memorial Hall 2 blocks of Casey’s in Eagle Grove,

Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at 4:00 P.M. Blizzard DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 2015 LUNCH BY JESSICA’S COUNTRY KITCHEN

Furniture: 2004 large Walnut China , 2004 couch (hide a bed), 2004 corner cabinet, 2004 Oak Octagon table w/4 chairs, fake tree, 2010 dresser w/ mirror, chest of drawers, 2010 2 night stands (2 drawer), 2010 wrought iron double bed, 2004 glider rocker, dark maple 8 drawer jewelry box , wall mirror, sleeper sofa, 3 La-Z-Boy rocker recliner, wood rolling cart, coat rack, occasional chair, book case head board bed, 3 pc. bed set (9 drawer dresser w/mirror, 5 drawer chest), wall mirror & sconce, 3 pc. set triple dresser, entertainment center w/desk & lots of storage, end table & round table, carved shelves, plant stand, sm. cupboard, old sewing machine, clothes rack, Oak Queen size bed, Oak 2 drawer night stand, Oak dresser w/mirror, Oak 5 drawer chest, table & 4 chairs, office desk chair, 4 drawer file cabinet, metal desk, book shelf, Glider rocker & foot stool, white & brown stripe couch, 2 cream color leather recliners, Large 2010 oval mirror to hang, small maple roll top desk Toys: Tractor loader toy-Ford 7500 ser.# 1654, toy drag lineStructo 1950’s, hula hoops, pool balls, cues & rack, child’s toy beater jar Red Handle, Chinese checkers, wood toy box, Ashton Drake Jackie Kennedy doll, Danbury Mint Michele Obama doll, many dolls Kitchen Items: 15 pc. place setting Correlle, pressure canner, kitchen tools, Revere ware pot & pans, old dust pan, toaster, glasses, Mr. Coffee , dishes, baskets, cups, Kenmore progressive vacuum w/ powerhead, silverware, Kitchen appliances (small) .

Tractor & Implement Manuals: IH 484, 584, 684, 784 tractor, Combine JD 3300 & 4420, JD Lawn tractor 318, JD field cultivator disk, JD 400 rotary hoe Misc.: Wall hangings, Shawnee pig planter, Horse drawn cast iron wagon, Shawnee animal pitcher, Apple Juice pitcher, Oil heater, Reader for blind, walkers, shoe shine kit, sewing basket, Jewelry box, Picnic basket full, safe, decorator items, Samsonite suitcases, lots of greenery, many lamps, fans, lawn ornament Dutch boy & GIRL, luggage, 2 sump pumps, 2 metal lawn chairs, garden tools, broom rake, shop vac., wheel barrel, garden hose, pole saw, folding chair, step stools, bedding, towels, many hand tools Terms: Cash or Good Check. Not responsible for Accidents or Thefts.

OWNERs ~ Kirk Swanson - Renwick Brad Schmidt – Webster City & Others Michael Ryerson & Assoc. Auctioneers, Eagle Grove, Iowa 515-689-3728 www.ryersonauctionrealtyltd.com

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Church News Praise & Worship

Thursday, January 29, 2015

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Eagle Grove Pastor Heather Dorr 448-4701 DIAL-A-DEVOTION: 448-3355 http://www.eaglegroveumc.org SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Fellowship WEDNESDAY: 5 p.m. Adult Bell Choir Practice 6 p.m. Chancel Choir 6:30 p.m. reCharge Worship Service 7:30 p.m. S.L.A.M.

from the Eagle Grove Library. Meet in the Fellowship Room.

6:30 p.m. Friendship Circle. Hostess and Devotion: Syl Funnell. Lesson: Video and discussion.

GOLDFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Lynn Gardner Goldfield, Ph: 515-825-3754 THURSDAY: 9-11:30 a.m. Pastor at Goldfield 11:30 a.m. Soup and Scripture 6-8 p.m. Support/Recovery Group at Crossroads SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 5:30-7 p.m. CHAOS MONDAY: 9 a.m.-Noon Pastor Lynn at Goldfield TUESDAY: 9 a.m.-Noon Pastor Lynn at Renwick WEDNESDAY: 9 a.m.-Noon Pastor Lynn at Renwick

HOLMES BAPTIST CHURCH 2137 Hancock Ave. Holmes, Iowa Zach Fischer, Pastor SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Evening Service WEDNESDAY: 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Souled Out - Youth Group 7 p.m. Kids Club for ages 4 to 6thgrade

GOLDFIELD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Dr. Marcia Rich, CRE Interim Pastor 220 E. Oak St. Goldfield, Ph: 515-825-3581 goldpres@goldfieldaccess.net www.goldfieldupc.com “Like” us on Facebook THURSDAY: 9:15 a.m. TOPS #IA1348, Goldfield (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) weigh-in and meeting.

5:30-7 p.m. Support & Recovery Meeting, Crossroads Ministries, Goldfield Main Street SUNDAY: 9:15 Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Choir Practice 10:30 a.m. Worship Service with Communion 11:30 a.m. Fellowship coffee WEDNESDAY: 9:30 a.m. Presbyterian Women meeting, Rose Room> Hostesses: Diane Kraft and Bev Nelson. Devotion: Carol Helmke. Pledge Month.

10 a.m. Bible Study, Rose Room 4 p.m. Story-Time with Renee Evje

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Dr. Fran Pettigrew Eagle Grove, Ph: 448-4612 SUNDAY: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Fellowship 10 a.m. Worship Service TUESDAY: 10 a.m. Bible Study

EAGLE GROVE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (CONGREGATIONAL) Ph: 448-3584 Everyone is Welcome!

Building fully Accessible to the Disabled Pastor Jim Cunningham SATURDAY: 5 p.m. New Hope Lutheran Church SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship with Communion 11:30 a.m. Fellowship GRACE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Ph: 448-5414 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:45 a.m. www.graceefc.com SOUTH ENES LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Susan Stone 205 Johnson Street Vincent 515-293-2965 FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Gather Bible Study at the Family Table (3rd Friday of the month) SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship

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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Eagle Grove, Ph: 603-4765 Fr. Jerry Blake THURSDAY: 8 a.m. Mass, Adoration, Benediction at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 7 p.m. Cluster Pastoral Council at St. John, Clarion FRIDAY: 10 a.m. Care Center Mass at Eagle Grove SATURDAY: 4 p.m. Mass at St. Francis, Belmond 8 p.m. Mass in Spanish at St. John, Clarion SUNDAY: 8 a.m. Mass at St. John, Clarion 10:30 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove—1st Reconciliation at Sacred Heart TUESDAY: 6 p.m. Knights of Columbus at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove WEDNESDAY: 6 p.m. Choir Practice at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 6:30 p.m. Youth Faith Formation at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove SAMUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor Eagle Grove, Ph: 448-5038 FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Kids Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship with Communion 12 Noon Potluck 1 p.m. Annual Meeting WEDNESDAY: 9 a.m. SLCW (Quilting) 12 Noon SLCW Potluck 2:30 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living South 3 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living North 4:30 p.m. Confirmation THURSDAY: 10 a.m. Pastors’ Prayer HOLMES EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor Holmes FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study at Samuel SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship with Communion 10:15 a.m. Sunday School for All Ages WEDNESDAY: 1:30 p.m. Home Circle at The Meadows

2:30 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living South 3 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living North THURSDAY: 10 a.m. Pastors’ Prayer NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Susan Stone 1115 SW 2nd Eagle Grove 515-603-6151 FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Gather Bible Study at the Family Table (3rd Friday of the month) SATURDAY: 5 p.m. Worship Service A Congregation of ELCA ULLENSVANG LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Darryl Landsverk Thor SUNDAY: 11 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH GOLDFIELD LCMC Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ Pastor Truman Larson SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School MT. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH—LC-MS EAGLE GROVE Pastor Mark Peterson Ph: 515-448-4668 SUNDAY: 8:30 a.m. Worship Service EAGLE GROVE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 615 SW 2nd Street Eagle Grove, Iowa Pastor Jason Cooper Phone: 515-448-3697 www.eaglegrovelutheran.com THURSDAY: 10 a.m. Pastors’ Prayer 4:30 p.m. Weblos SATURDAY: 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Rotary Senior Living North SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Fellowship Coffee 10 a.m. Altar Guild 10:20 a.m. Sunday School 10:20 Choir Practice 10:30 a.m. Youth Mission Trip Meeting

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5:30 p.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. High School Youth MONDAY: 4:30 p.m. Wolf Cubs 5:30 p.m. Worship on Cable – CH12 TUESDAY: 9 a.m. Small Group Bible Study at Family Table 4:30 p.m. Bear & Tiger Cubs 7 p.m. Worship & Music Committee WEDNESDAY: 9 a.m. Bible Study at EGELC 5:30 p.m. Confirmation CROSSROADS Christian Youth Center Corner of Chestnut and Main, Goldfield 515-825-3383 FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 7 - 9 p.m. 8th-Grade and Under 7 – Midnight - 9-12th Grade and College EAGLE GROVE MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD PANTRY 510 S. Jackson Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 1 – 3 p.m.

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Obituaries/Flashbacks We Remember Our Loved Ones Eagle

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Kevin A. Powell, 58, Davenport

Funeral services and a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Kevin A. Powell, 58, a resident of Davenport, were held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, January 27, 2015, at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 4105 N. Division Street, Davenport.

Private family burial will be at a later date. Following his wishes, the rite of cremation will be accorded prior to services.

Kevin died Wednesday, January 21, 2015, at Genesis Medical Center East Campus, following an extended illness and courageous battle with pulmonary disease.

Kevin Alfred Powell was born, September 26, 1956, in Clarion, Iowa, a son of Charles J. and Mary Ann (Umthun) Powell. He graduated from Eagle Grove High School, class of 1975.

He was united in marriage to Marcy Loux on May 16, 1981.

He had been a dedicated employee

of the family-owned business for over twenty-five years. He served as terminal manager for Umthun Trucking.

Kevin was an avid NASCAR racing fan. His biggest joy in

Kevin Powell

life was spending time with his family—especially time with his four granddaughters.

Memorials can be made to the family.

Those left to honor his memory include: his wife, Marcy; a son, Jarrod Powell, and a daughter, Katie Powell (James Thompson), all of Davenport; four granddaughters, Aurelia, Lily, Shirley, and Kelly; and siblings, Chuck, Rick, Brian (Dawn), Joe Powell, and Ann (Henry) Shriver; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Online remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting Kevin’s obituary at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.

The Halligan McCabe DeVries Funeral Home assisted his family with arrangements.

Muriel J. Hart, 92, West Des Moines

Muriel Joan Ramer Hart was born July 1, 1922, in LuVerne, Iowa, to Leonard and Maye Ramer. The family relocated in 1928 to Eagle Grove, Iowa, where she continued her education at Sacred Heart Parochial School and Eagle Grove High School.

Muriel worked at Kenefick Drug Store for several years, and in 1946, went to California for a period of time and was employed at Broadway Hollywood Department Store. She had many fond memories of her time spent in California. Muriel and Thomas Hart were married on September 11, 1946, at Sacred Heart Church and made Eagle Grove their home. They enjoyed travels after retirement and both loved the game of bridge. Muriel considered her walks and time spent in her kitchen to be therapeutic, she would often say.

Muriel is survived by her four

children: Eugene and wife, Deb, of Fremont, Neb., Sheila Curoe and husband, Bill, and Barbara Gieseke, all of West Des Moines, and Dan and wife, Sherri, of Urbandale; 11 grandchildren, Lori, Julie, Joe,

Muriel J. Hart

Shawn, Christen, Chad, Stacey, Michelle, Emily, Kyle, and Jason; 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Mildred Keller of Iowa City; and brother-in-law, Patrick Hart, and wife, Paula, of Adel.

She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Tom; and one grandson, Todd Hart.

Muriel Hart, 92, died Thursday, January 22, 2015, at the Good Samaritan Society in Indianola, Iowa, where she resided the last three years. Private family funeral services were held Saturday, January 24, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in West Des Moines. Graveside services were held 1 p.m. Saturday, January 24, at Calvary Cemetery in Eagle Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made to HCI Care Services.

Iles Funeral Homes of Des Moines was in charge of arrangements.

New Goldfield, Renwick pastor excited to return to rural ministry

By: Jacob Snyder WrightCoMonitor@gmail.com You know how people say the first day of the new year is way for a person to start fresh with a clean slate, so to speak?

Well Lynn Gardner, who is originally of Minnesota, started 2015 as the new pastor of the Goldfield and Renwick United Methodist churches.

She received the call, which was a total surprise, in Nov. 13, 2014 and started January 1.

“The people have been very welcoming,” Gardner said. “I am excited to return to rural ministry.”

A Vikings fan. Gardner grew up in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and attended and graduated from Robbinsdale Senior High.

Robbinsdale is a suburb of Minneapolis with a population of around 14,000, according to their website.

Following high school, though her family had moved to another city in Minnesota, she stayed around the area and attended Inver Hills Community College in Inver Grove and earned an associate’s degree.

Gardner would tie the knot and start a family with her husband before deciding to continue her college education.

In the mid-1980s, she began pursuing a bachelor’s degree, despite being a parent and working parttime as well as a youth minister for a local church.

It took her a little longer than usual, but in 1991, she had completed the degree in accounting and small business management.

The desire to pursue these two majors stemmed from when she was

Lynn Gardner

a teenager working at the family store, Gardner Hardware.

“If you are part of the family, you learn to do inventory an early age,” she said, adding that’s when she began to really work with numbers and learned how to run a business.

As part of the requirement for this degree at Gwynedd-Mercy College in Pennsylvania, a Catholic institution mind you, Gardner was required to take a couple religion classes.

And soon, her religion professor began to see potential in her to pursue a calling to become a pastor.

“She quickly saw something in me and encouraged me to look into the field of ministry,” Gardner said.

Shortly after moving back to Minnesota and meeting a female pastor for the first time, actually two of them, a plan began to fall into place.

Three years later, in 1993, Gardner entered United Theological Seminary in the Twin Cities and

earned a Masters of Divinity degree, though it took her longer than usual, much like her bachelor’s degree.

But remember, at this point she was a youth ministry and a single parent. Yet, despite these added challenges, she persevered knowing this was God’s plan for her.

Since her ordination in 2001, Gardner has served as pastor of numerous churches in Iowa from Silver City, Pacific Junction and Hillsdale to Adair and Casey.

Her most recent assignment was in Jesup, a town of roughly 2,500 people located 15 miles east of Waterloo.

As a pastor, Gardner feels one of the biggest challenges for not just Methodist but churches in general right now is staying focused and making sure they are serving the community.

Her goal to do that is to stay outside the walls of the church, so to speak, as much as she keeps the building open for people to use it, for church meetings as well as community events.

Moreover, her mission is to go out and be very active in the community, especially at places like Crossroads in Goldfield due to her passion for youth ministry.

“We need to me people where they are and accept people where they are,” she commented.

So, if you see Gardner out and about, don’t be nervous to start a conversation with her. She is usually up for one.

And if you ever want to get a hold of her, call her cell phone because it will be unlikely she is just sitting in her office.

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Flashbacks 1965 - 50 years ago Mrs. Mary Louise Smith, committeewoman for Iowa, to speak to Republican women of Eagle Grove.

Bob Hellwig is Named Editor of Cornelian.

Harvey Willard, local zone manager for Investors Diversified Services, has received a national award and been placed in the President’s Club for his record sales achievement in the 1964 investors gold cup classic.

21 students of GHS were on the honor roll for the quarter or the semester.

Vilmain Food Mkt & Ice has Heidel Brau Beer 6 pack on sale or 79¢.

Eagles (Varsity Wrestling) win 23-11 decision over 4th Place Blue Earth.

Eagles (Varsity Boys Basketball) douse Clear Lake title hopes for 2nd time.

Property tax percentage in Wright County below Sate level.

Martha Oldson named to Music Hall of Fame with a full page story and picture in American High School magazine.

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Green of Eagle Grove announced the purchase of the Country Kitchen Cafe.

Princess movie theater presents “A boy ten feet tall” starring Edward G Robinson as the White Hunter.

1990 - 25 years ago EG School Board accepts EGEA proposed health insurance change.

1988 retail sales off 4% in county, 6% in Eagle Grove.

Band members launch ticket sales for new uniforms.

Loran Hadley retires from ASC County Committee.

Eagle Grove CDC fund drive of to a good start.

From the week of Jan. 29

Eagle Grove Car Wash opens!

Clark R. Mollenhoff, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, has donated copies of the 11 books he has written to the library of the Webster City Center of Iowa Central Community College.

Athlete of the Week are Andy Schnell, senior on Eagle basketball team has been a leader this year by hitting the game tying shot against Garner-Hayfield to send it into to overtime.

Kramersmeier Pharmacy sold to Newton firm. $2,500,000 + invested in our community. Over 50 real estate loans made locally in 1989. The new Eagle Car Wash, just one of the many.

2005 - 10 years ago Ploeger joins Matteson in race for school board director.

DNR “cans” This N’ That approved redemption center status for Fareway.

This N’ That will remain open despite revocation.

RBMS students participating in the four-month state-wide physical fitness challenge.

Mexico Mission Trip has a fundraiser for young people and sponsoring adults to travel to Juarez, Mexico in July for a short term mission trip.

Supervisors approve continuation of Big Wall Lake water quality project.

K of C Free Throw competition held in EG. Free Colorado Blue Spruce Trees to first 10 people who join the National Arbor day Foundation during February 2005.

An afternoon Read-In at Lincoln Elementary with Caeen Deckard for the 2nd graders.

80 members of Eagle Grove and Johnston-based 3655th Maintenance

Company recede several standing ovation from a crow of more then 700 people on Saturday afternoon during a send-off ceremony at Camp Dodge.

Soldiers are being since to Fort Bliss, Texas before their deployment to Iraq and expected to be gone about 18 months.

2010 - 5 years ago The Green mystery man has been showing up at Eagle Grove basketball games this year, providing a little extra enthusiasm for both the team and their fans. Will we find out who this was?

Senator Rich Olive invites Eagles Grove area residents to tune in to listening post.

Local students serve with UI Dance Marathon Leadership Team.

Eagles land on top in battles with bears.

Eagle Grapplers finish 6th at NCC meet.

Minneapolis comedian/magician to perform in EG as part of Winter Festival Weekend.

Second annual statewide Aaron Eilerts’ Day of Service and Giving.

Dramatic play prepares kids for the “Real World”.

Anderson resigns as Chief of police.

Samantha Kordoes opening a new business…The touch of Serenity, in Eagle Grove to offer massage therapy.

Boy Scouts of America turn 100.

Last Weeks Poll: Do you think the school should consider Saturday make-up days? 67% Yes and 33% No. Eagle Grove Museum renovation project kicked into high gear with sizable donation from Security Savings Bank.

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Thursday, January 29, 2015 PUBLIC NOTICE

Eagle Grove City Council Minutes EAGLE GROVE REGULAR Center Dues.......................................342.40 COUNCIL MEETING Payroll Fund, Payroll Transfer JANUARY 19, 2015 1-21-15..........................................57,742.94 Mayor McGrath called the meeting to order at Verizon, Cell phones..............................579.10 7 p.m. with council members Swalin, Pohlman, Library Claims, 1/14/15.......................3,493.61 Johnson, Vandewater, and Lorenzen present.

Fund Totals: Absent: Axtell. Also present: City Finance General..............................................90,269.95 Officer Maier and City Attorney Legvold.

Road Use Tax....................................21,206.96 A motion was made by Lorenzen, and Employee Benefits............................20,080.24 seconded by Axtell, to approve the consent Local Option Sales Tax......................16,147.34 agenda which includes the January 5th minutes, Garbage............................................26,626.86 Beer and Liquor Permit, and claims. Roll Call Hotel Tax..............................................3,500.00 Vote: All Ayes.

DD94 & San. SW Proj.......................24,617.23 Water.................................................16,359.85 Agsource, Testing................................1,296.13 Sewer................................................16,998.71 Airgas, Oxygen, Tank Rental..................283.09 Sewer Rev Bond Sinking...................14,329.00 Aramark, Mops, Mats.............................265.75 Beer/Liquor License: Smoke Shop.

Arnold Motor Supply, Oil......................1,281.63 A motion was made by Johnson, and Bound Tree Medical, Supplies..................57.75 seconded by Pohlman, to approve Pay Estimate Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, Principal & #2: 2014 Sanitary Sewer Rehab Project for Interest..........................................14,329.00 $16,147.34 to Municipal Pipe and Tool. Roll Call Central IA Dist., Supplies........................337.00 Vote: All ayes.

City Clerk, Billing Srv Fees.....................621.50 A motion was made by Vandewater, and Comm Dev. Corp., Budgeted seconded by Lorenzen, to approve Change Contribution.....................................1,000.00 Order #9 in the amount of $98,501.73 to V&K Dearborn National Life Ins., Life Ins. for the DD94 Drainage Way Retrofit Project.

Feb.....................................................127.20 Roll Call Vote: All ayes.

EG Chamber Of Commerce, A motion was made by Vandewater, and Appropriation...................................3,500.00 seconded by Lorenzen, to approve Change Fareway, Supplies....................................75.84 Order #10 in the amount of $47,170.00 to V&K Fisher Welding, Drill Bearing......................7.50 for the DD94 Drainage Way Retrofit Project.

Hiway Truck Equipment, Springs, Angle Roll Call Vote: All ayes, subject to U.P.R.R. Hose...................................................152.52 approving and signing of Supplemental I&S Group, UP Discharge, DNR Agreement #1.

Permit..............................................1,933.75 A motion was made by Lorenzen, and IA One Call, Notifications............................9.90 seconded by Pohlman, to approve Pay Estimate IA Workforce Development, Unemployment– #12 in the amount of $24,617.23 to McKiness EMS................................................1,374.31 Excavating. Roll Call Vote: All ayes.

Joe’s Repair, Switch Asmy 99-41.............51.84 A motion was made by Lorenzen, and Lyle’s Ford, Towing.................................662.62 seconded by Johnson, to approve Plans and Martin Marietta Materials, Roadstone.1,124.74 Specs for 2015 Memorial Hall Improvement McKiness Excavating, Pay Est. #12..24,617.23 Project, and set Feb. 16th as the date for bid Mid-America Publishing, Legals.............307.54 letting and awarding contracts. All bids due in MidAmerican Energy, Electricity........12,848.83 by 4 p.m. on February 13, 2015. Roll Call Vote: Municipal Pipe Tool, Pay Est. #2 2014 All ayes.

San SW Project.............................16,147.34 A motion was made by Lorenzen, and NC IA Solid Waste, Qtrly Assessment.4,030.88 seconded by Pohlman, to approve Resolution Nasco, Water Core Sampler................... 111.96 2015-02: Annual donation to Chamber of Pederson Sanitation, Cardboard Packer Commerce for $3500.00. Roll Call Vote: All Rent/Hauling.......................................475.00 ayes.

Purchase Pwer, Postage Meter Refill.....200.00 A motion was made by Vandewater, and Quill, Toner...............................................94.99 seconded by Pohlman, to approve Resolution State Hygienic Lab, Testing....................519.00 2015-03: Annual donation to CDC for $1000.00.

T&D Service, Dump Truck Repairs, Roll Call Vote: All ayes.

Tire Rep...........................................1,958.89 A motion was made by Lorenzen, and Terry’s Rentals & Wash, Car Wash........100.75 seconded by Vandewater, to TABLE discussion Trashman, Revenues........................26,544.36 regarding City Property located at corner of UPS, Shipping Charges...........................45.30 Commercial and Broadway. Roll Call Vote: All Visa, Uniforms Police.............................413.97 ayes.

W&H Coop, Fuel.................................3,515.44 Department reports were given.

Blue Cross & Shield, Feb. Health A motion was made by Lorenzen, and Insurance.......................................22,548.65 seconded by Swalin, to adjourn at 9 p.m.

Wright Co. Communications, 2 Qtrly Motion carried.

Payments......................................44,787.50 Sandra McGrath, Mayor Wright County Emergency, Per Capita Mike Boyd, City Administrator Contribution.....................................3,712.00

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NOTICE OF HEARING AND LETTING—2015 MEMORIAL HALL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT EAGLE GROVE, IOWA NOTICE OF HEARING AND LETTING bond forfeited and the proceeds retained as Sealed Proposals will be received by the City liquidated damages if the bidder fails to execute Clerk of Eagle Grove, Wright County, Iowa, at a Contract or file acceptable Performance Bond the Municipal Building in said City, until 4 P.M., and Payment Bonds or provide an acceptable on the 13th day of February, 2015, for the 2015 Certificate of Insurance within ten (10) days after MEMORIAL HALL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, the acceptance of his Proposal by resolution as described in the Plans and Specifications of the Council. No bidder shall be allowed to therefore now on file in the office of the City withdraw a Proposal within thirty (30) days after Clerk. the date set for opening bids.

Proposals will be considered by the City The City reserves the right to reject any or Council of said City at a meeting to be held at all Proposals, re-advertise for new bids and the Municipal Building, Eagle Grove, Iowa, on to waive informalities that may be in the best February 16th, 2015, at 7 P.M. At said time and interest of the City. place, a hearing will also be held on the proposed The successful bidder shall be required to form of Contract and estimate of cost for said furnish a “Performance and Payment Bonds” in 2015 MEMORIAL HALL IMPROVEMENT an amount equal to one hundred (100) percent PROJECT, and at said hearing any interested of its Contract price. person may appear and file objections thereto Monthly payments shall be paid to the or to the cost of said 2015 MEMORIAL HALL Contractor in an amount equal to ninety-five IMPROVEMENT PROJECT. (95) percent of the Contract value of the work The extent of the work involved for the 2015 completed and approved by the Engineer.

MEMORIAL HALL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Provisions may be made by the City Council consists of, but is not limited to, general to withhold larger amounts than the five (5) reconstruction of 5,245 sf of Memorial Hall, percent stated above where there is specific including: necessity and right to do so.

• Renovations to the kitchen, meeting Final payment to the Contractor will be room, hall, utility closet, and building entrance. made no earlier than thirty-one (31) days • Renovations to provide a new uni-sex from and after the final acceptance of work by restroom and mechanical room. the Council, subject to the conditions and in • Removal and replacement of the furnace accordance with the provisions of Chapter 573 and air conditioning system. of the Code of Iowa.

• Site grading, storm drainage, sidewalk The work shall be commenced on or before and parking improvements. a date to be specified in a written “Notice to All work and equipment is to be in accordance Proceed” of the City and the project shall be with the approved Plans, Specifications and fully completed by August 1st, 2015. Bidder form of Contract prepared by the engineering shall also agree to pay as liquidated damages, firm of Schlotfeldt Engineering, Inc., Webster the sum of Two Hundred Dollars ($200.00) for City, Iowa. each “per calendar day” thereafter as provided Each Proposal shall be made on the Proposal in the Specifications. form furnished by Schlotfeldt Engineering, Inc., Copies of approved Plans and Specifications of Webster City, Iowa, Engineers for said City governing the construction of these proposed and must be enclosed in a separate sealed improvements which have been made a part envelope and plainly identified. Each Proposal of this Notice, and proposed Contract, may be shall be accompanied by a bid bond, certified obtained from Schlotfeldt Engineering, Inc., check, cashier’s check or credit union certified 1440 Second Street, P.O. Box 220, Webster share draft in a separate sealed envelope in City, Iowa 50595, upon a deposit of forty dollars an amount equal to five (5) percent of the total ($60.00) for each set thereof, which will be amount of the bid. returned if the documents are returned in good If a bid bond is submitted, IT SHALL BE ON condition within fourteen (14) days after the THE BID BOND FORM FURNISHED BY THE date set for receiving of bids.

ENGINEER. The certified check or cashier’s Bidders must bid on all items and sections as check shall be drawn on a bank in Iowa or a set out in the Proposal form. The City Council bank chartered under the laws of the United will award a Contract to the lowest responsible States of America; the certified share draft shall bidder submitting the lowest acceptable bid. be drawn on a credit union in Iowa or a credit Published upon order of the City Council of union chartered under the laws of the United Eagle Grove, Iowa.

States of America; and such check or draft shall CITY OF EAGLE GROVE, IOWA be made payable to the Treasurer of the City Mike Boyd, City Administrator as security.

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Supervisors Minutes SUPERVISORS JANUARY 19, 2015 Chairman Helgevold called the regular meeting of the Wright County Board of Supervisors to order at 9 a.m. Members present were Watne, Rasmussen, and Helgevold.

Approved the minutes of the previous regular meeting of January 12, 2015.

Approved claims for payment.

Motion by Watne, and seconded by Rasmussen, to approve the ISAC Wellness Program Agreement and have the Chairman sign. Motion carried.

Adam Clemons, Wright County Engineer, presented the final plans for Project FM0527(603)-55-99, which is on 150th Street south of Belmond. This was budgeted for $300,000.

Motion by Rasmussen, and seconded by Watne, to approve the final plans pending the City of Belmond approval and send to Iowa DOT for bidding. Motion carried with Helgevold voting nay.

Heard an update on information on notifying citizens of inclement weather and pulling the plows off the road. The secondary roads will create a facebook page to post information and will research more on other notification information.

Duane Asbe and Denny Bowman gave an update on the Charitable Foundation.

Through the Charitable Foundation there have been 318 grants given of $761,755.00 with a total project costs of $6,785,117.06 done in Wright County. This program is in the 9th year, spring of 2006 being the first award. The Foundation is again asking for help in funding of the Development Director position to help in growing the Endowment portion of the Foundation to be able to expand the uses.

Jan Libby, Coordinator for Healthy Harvest of North Iowa, presented an update on her program for Northern Iowa. Healthy Harvest is asking again to be considered in the county budget to help fund some of their programs for 2105-2016. She is requesting $3,200.00 from Wright County.

Andy Yackle, Custodial Maintenance, introduced John Bloom with Slingshot Architecture.

Slingshot Architecture was hired by Wright County to produce design development level documents that outlines the scope and cost opinion of the rehabilitation of the Courtroom in the Courthouse. The proposed rehabilitation work is intended to follow the National Park Service – Secretary of the Interior Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The main emphasis of the project will be the safety of the citizens, jurors, and judges in the courtroom along with the historic preservation aspect of the design.

The Board will continue to consider the project and hold a public hearing for the Citizens to hear their thoughts of this project. To date, this project is estimated to cost approximately $500,000.

Held budget discussions with department heads: Veteran Affairs, Substance Abuse, General Assistance, Case Management, Mental Health, Public Health, Hospice, Economic Development, and Transit.

The Board went into recess until 8 a.m.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015.

The Board will meet with Planning and Zoning, Secondary Roads, Maintenance, County Attorney, Sheriff, Jail, Law Enforcement, Treasurer/Drivers License, Recorder, and Auditor on Tuesday morning.

Motion by Watne, and seconded by Rasmussen, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Karl Helgevold, Chairman Wright County Board of Supervisors Betty Ellis, Wright County Auditor Wk.5

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Supervisors Minutes SUPERVISORS JANUARY 12, 2015 Chairman Helgevold called the regular meeting of the Wright County Board of Supervisors to order at 9 a.m. Members present were Watne, Rasmussen, and Helgevold.

Approved the minutes of the January 5, 2015, regular meeting.

Approved claims for payment.

Motion by Watne, and seconded by Rasmussen, to receive the quarterly revenue report from the Wright County Sheriff and Wright County Auditor. Motion carried.

Motion by Watne, and seconded by Rasmussen, to approve the amendment to the Wright County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution 2015-08. By roll call vote; Ayes: Watne, Rasmussen, and Helgevold; Nays: None. Resolution 2015-08 duly passed and reads as follows: RESOLUTION 2015-08 RESOLUTION ADOPTING AMENDMENT #1 OF THE 2013 WRIGHT COUNTY MULTIJURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN. WHEREAS, Wright County has a MultiJurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan including the Cities of Belmond, Clarion, Dows, Eagle Grove, Galt, Goldfield, Rowan, Woolstock, and the unincorporated area, which gives guidance regarding future mitigation actions; and WHEREAS, Amendment #1 of the 2013 Wright County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan has been developed to include the Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Community School District; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Wright County, hereby adopts Amendment #1 of the 2013 Wright County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WRIGHT COUNTY, IOWA, this 12th day of January, 2015.

Held some discussion about how to notify people concerning pulling plows off of the roads during inclement weather.

Motion by Rasmussen, and seconded

by Watne, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

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Probate NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT WRIGHT COUNTY PROBATE NO. ESPR016496 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARK R. POMEROY, DECEASED TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARK R. POMEROY, DECEASED, WHO DIED ON OR ABOUT THE JANUARY 10, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 13th day of January, 2015, the last will and testament of MARK R. POMEROY, deceased, bearing date of the 29th day of January, 2013, was admitted to probate in the above-named court, and that Louise Rasmuson and Randy Pomeroy were appointed executors of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the latter to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will, whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate must file them with the clerk of the abovenamed district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the latter to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 15th day of January, 2015.

Louise Rasmuson 660 Maben Ave. Garner, IA 50438 Randy Pomeroy 391 Brookcrest Cir. Rockledge, FL 32955 Executors of estate Dani L. Eisentrager, ICIS PIN No: AT0008960 Eisentrager Law Office 109 S. Commercial P.O. Box 346 Eagle Grove, IA 50533 Attorney for executors Date of second publication: 5th day of February, 2015.

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Eagle Grove Water Board WATER BOARD MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 10, 2014 The meeting was called to order with trustees Peterson, Neighbors, Molitor, and Rethman in attendance. Also present: Superintendent Baker.

Molitor made a motion, and Neighbors seconded, to approve December 10, 2014, minutes and claims. Vote: All ayes.

Brown supply company.G ate valves, coupling 744.91 Gary Anderson Sewer, Service drain at plant..............................................160.00 Hach Co., Testing supplies....................111.78 Hawkins inc., Sulfuric acid, chlorine. 5,761.00 Jerald MacDonald, Easement..............732.00 Mangold Environ. Testing, Testing.......132.00 McKiness Excavating, Pay #1 water main valve replace....................... 17,815.35 Treasurer State of Iowa, Sales tax....3,277.00 Veenstra & Kimm, Engineering valve replacement......................... 1,887.24 Johnson, Timothy, Meter deposit refund................................................ 115.96 Miller, Melissa, Meter deposit refund.......5.86 Kassube, Hope Elizabeth, Meter deposit refund..................................... 19.56 Rutledge, Alex, Meter deposit refund....... 4.16 Keenan, Vanessa Jean Eileen, Meter deposit refund......................................76.11 A motion was made by Neighbors, and seconded by Molitor, to approve Resolution W2015-01 regarding Water Line Easement between the City of Eagle Grove, Iowa, and Jerald P. MacDonald. Roll Call Vote: All ayes.

Discussion and review on Amonson properties located South of Town.

Department reports were given and discussed.

Meeting adjourned.

Bryan Baker, Secretary Wk.5

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Elementary special education teacher and Special Olympics coach, Jessica Stakey, was proud to announce during the middle school awards ceremony that David Neitzel had his name placed on the RBMS State Champions Special Olympics plaque. For the second year in a row, there has been a state champion Special Olympics bowler from Eagle Grove - Gabe Brandrup last year, and Neitzel this year. Photo by Kim Demory

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Some 240 Robert Blue Middle School students gathered for an their second quarter awards assembly on Friday, Jan. 23 Students were recognized academic achievement, athletic achievements, attendance records (27 kids in total were at school every day during the second quarter), and for showing good character, amongst a list of other things.

Katie Ferry, Corbin Dutcher, and Aleshia Lewis, were recognized

by Carrie Christopher for meeting her challenge of reading 30 books this year. Christopher was very impressed that they reached this goal at only the half-way mark, and encouraged other students to rise to the challenge as well.

Principal Scott Jeske also took advantage of the opportunity to talk to the kids about the upcoming Iowa Assessment tests.

He reminded kids to do their best as they reflect not only on the school district, but on the students as well - determining if they are placed in special help or TAG classes, etc. He reminded them that in addition to trying their best, it is also important to get plenty of rest and come to school with a full stomach each morning.

Last year, Jeske was pleased that RBMS tested 80 percent proficient across the board. He is hoping to do that again, or better, this year.

“If we can do that again, we will have other (schools) from around the state coming here to see what we are doing,” said Jeske.

Just after last year’s improvements, Jeske said he had several principals from other Iowa school districts call to ask what they had done to boost their scores so much. One of the things he told them - the teachers working with the students doing pre-tests Beth Stephas, RBMS guidance counselor, spoke with the upcoming Aaron Eilerts’’ Day of Service and Giving, which will once again be held on February 24, what would have been Aaron’s

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birthday. Community service and school improvement project will once again take place throughout that day, and students were given a list of activities to choose from.

They will participate in three of the following: New student gift bags; pillowcases for soldiers; dolls for Haiti; birthday packages for Upper Des Moines Opportunity; Loom bracelets for Haitti, pillowcases for patients; kids’ cancer bags; building a Gaga pit for RBMS; decorating clay pots for Veterans Day; fleece tie blankets, magnetic blocks for elementary and Eagle’s Wings children; washing windows at gas stations; and I Spy bottles for sick kids.

If you would like to volunteer to donate your time, supplies, or money to help with these projects, please feel free to contact Stephas at the middle school.

A new T-shirt has also been designed for Aaron Eilerts Day that will be available for purchase.

The winning design, voted on by the student body, was created by eighth grader Alecia Anderson.

All profits from the sale of these shirts will go towards funding the above mentioned and future Aaron Eilerts’ Day projects.

It was also announced that RBMS is ready to sponsor another Box Top challenge. Beginning February 1, students will have two weeks to bring in as many Box Tops as possible. If you know a middle school student, help them out by saving your Box Tops and sending them to school with them during these two weeks. The two top collectors will be awarded a gift card iTunes and the other a gift card to Subway.

So far, RBMS has collected $1,700 from Box Tops. This money can be used to fund speakers, trips, purchase equipment for the school, and more. In fact, some of the money was recently used to purchase a big flat screen television which will be hung in the commons area of the school. It will run messages, videos, and other schoolrelated items for the students and public to be award of.

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North Iowa Coin Show returns to Clear Lake

A free admission, Sunday only, coin show will again be held at the Best Western Holiday Lodge in Clear Lake on Feb. 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sponsored by the Southern Minnesota Coin and Stamp Club Association (SMCSCA), this family-friendly event will feature 16 dealers from Iowa, southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities. Those attending may expect 24 tables of coins, stamps, currency, tokens, gold, silver and collecting supplies. This is the largest, twice-ayear coin show in North Iowa.

Veteran and beginning collectors are welcome. Youngsters, accompanied by parents or grandparents, are welcome.

Merchandise in all price ranges will be available. Free, on-the-spot appraisals will be available. Dealers will be buying and selling. There will be a free literature table.

For more information, contact show organizer Dean Jirousek at 507-456-7632 or write him at 125 Landmark Drive, Owatonna, MN, 55060.

The SMCSCA is a not for profit group which promotes stamp and coin collecting in this area.

The restricted visitor guidelines implement in early January at UnityPoint Health-Trinity Regional Medical Center have been removed. Influenza activity in the area has decreased to a level in which restrictions can be removed.

However, if new cases of influenza show an increase, visiting restrictions may be put back in place.

As always, Trinity asks that all visitors be in good health. If you are coughing or sneezing, you may be asked to wear a mask, or leave the patient care area. If you are visiting an ill patient, you may be asked to wear a mask for your protection.

Please refrain from visiting if you have had flu-like symptoms during the past seven days. Those symptoms include, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC): • Fever 100º degrees Fahrenheit or higher, and • Cough, and/or • Sore throat.

Thank you for your patience during this time in helping us keep our hospital safe and healthy.

C for twice the daily requirement, along with vitamins A, B6, E, and K, as well as potassium. Red bell peppers are an excellent source of antioxidants, which as we know, will help protect our cells from damage.

I absolutely love the mini colored peppers. They are so sweet and tender, and you can eat them straight out of the bag. One of my favorite uses for large bell peppers of any color is to make Stuffed Peppers; I have included a recipe below to try!

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Welcome back to Produce Tidbits.

This week I would like to continue with another of the produce items off the Top 25 Heart Healthy List and that is red bell peppers.

A bell pepper is a large, green, mildly flavored pepper that eventually will turn golden, orange, or red. Peppers have been cultivated for well over 9,000 years and are a member of the nightshade family.

They contain either three or four lobes. The red pepper has a much sweeter, fruitier flavor than that of the green pepper.

Pepper comes from the Greek word “pipari,” pronounced peePair-ree, which simply means black spice. Red peppers belong to the Capsicum genus like that of the hot chili peppers, but bell peppers are the only members that do not produce capsaicin, which is what produces the heat or makes the pepper hot and spicy.

Red bell peppers make the Heart Healthy List because of the higher concentration of nutrition that they contain. It is a much higher than the green bell pepper variety. Red bell peppers contain enough vitamin

Ingredients: • 1 pound lean ground beef or 1 package fully cooked ground beef • 4 medium green, red, or yellow bell peppers • 3/4 cup chopped onion • 1/4 cup uncooked rice • 3 tablespoons catsup, divided • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, divided • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Italianstyle stewed tomatoes Preparation: 1. Cut tops off bell peppers; remove seeds and membrane.

Combine ground beef, onion, rice, 2 tablespoons catsup, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, salt and pepper, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Spoon an equal amount of meat mixture into each bell pepper. Place in 8-inch square baking dish.

2. Combine tomatoes, remaining catsup and remaining oregano; pour over stuffed peppers. Cover baking dish tightly with foil. Bake in 350°F oven for 1-1/2 hours.

3. TIP: Four large zucchini or yellow squash may be substituted for the bell peppers. (Reduce cooking time by about 15 minutes.)

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Conservation Stewardship Program meeting February 5 The Wright County Natural Resources Conservation Service will hold an informational meeting, explaining program benefits and requirements for producers interested in the Conservation Stewardship Program or CSP. The program will be held at the Wright County Extension Service building on Thursday, February 5, from 1-3 p.m. David Brommel, CSP Farm Bill Coordinator for the State of Iowa, will be presenting information and answer questions dealing with the CSP Program.

The Conservation Stewardship Program helps agricultural producers maintain and improve their existing conservation systems and adopt additional conservation activities to address priority resources concerns.

Participants earn CSP payments for conservation performance—the higher the performance, the higher the payment.

CSP provides payments through five-year contracts with annual payments for baseline conservation activities and installing new conservation activities. Producers may be able to renew a contract if they have successfully fulfilled the

initial contract and agree to achieve additional conservation objectives.

Payments are made soon as practical after October 1 of each fiscal year for contract activities installed and maintained in the previous year.

Eligible lands include private and Tribal agricultural lands, cropland, grassland, pastureland, rangeland and nonindustrial private forest land.

CSP is available to all producers, regardless of operation size or type of crops produced, in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the Caribbean and Pacific Island areas.

Applicants may include individuals, legal entities, joint operations or Indian tribes that meet the stewardship threshold for at least two priority resource concerns when they apply. They must also agree to meet or exceed the stewardship threshold for at least one additional priority resource concern by the end of the contract.

Information packets are available at the NRCS office located in the USDA building, 1133 Central Ave. W., Clarion, Iowa. For additional questions, contact Connie Roys, District Conservationist at 515-5322165, Ext 3.

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Foundation distributes $58,000 during most recent granting cycle by jacob snyder WrightCoMonitor@gmail.com Fifty-eight thousand dollars.

That’s how much the Wright County Charitable Foundation presented in awards during this last granting cycle, according to Dennis Bowman, director of the organization.

Bowman and Duane Asbe, part-time development director of the Foundation, presented an annual update to the Wright County Board of Supervisors at the January 19 meeting.

Bowman added that the money was distributed fairly and evenly among the communities in the area.

“In our granting, that’s never brought up,” he said in regards to the idea that they showing no partiality to any one community. “We just take the grants as they come in and handle them based on the strength of each of those grants...and make recommendations back to the [Foundation] Board.”

In other words, no one really keeps track or knows how much is distributed to each town through the granting cycle.

The Foundation learns of those totals after putting together the annual report.

This figure of $58,000 is the most ever granted in a single cycle

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in the organization’s eight-year history.

The funds, distributed by the state government, come from the states that hold a state issued gaming license.

One of the most important qualifications needed to receive a grant is they must be a taxexempt non-profit, “unit of government” organization or one that is established for a “charitable purpose.”

Grants cannot be made to tax supported organizations including an individual city and its infrastructure.

If an organization decides not utilize the grant, the Foundation cannot keep those returned funds.

Rather, they are required to grant them back out to another qualified entity.

Of all the funds, 75 percent of the money must be granted out and the other is kept for the long-term endowment fund, which is monies used for future granting cycles.

“We continue to grow that endowment figure for long-term longevity,” Asbe told the Board.

Asbe and Bowman also thanked the Board for their financial and general support of the Foundation. The pair also asked them to continue to financially support them by budgeting $12,000 this fiscal year.

Wright County Taxpayers’ Association Meeting 3rd Mon. of the month 7 p.m.

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The family of James L. Nicholl, Sr., would like to thank everyone for their concerns and prayers during the loss of our husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Thanks to all who visited, memorials, cards, flowers, and food. It was all very appreciated by all of us.

Thanks to all of the health professionals at the VA Central Health Care in Des Moines. Also, thanks to Foust Funeral Home for their care and concern. A special thanks to Pastor Heather Dorr for the loving service, and to the United Methodist Church Women for the delicious lunch.

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A big thank you to all of my family, church, and those in the community who offered up prayers and encouragement during my recent hospitalization. It meant a great deal to me, and reminds me that every day is a gift.

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Eighth grade girls basketball vs.

West Hancock

Ethan Carr looks for an open man during their game against the Clarion Cowboys. Photo by Jacob Snyder

Eagle eighth grade boys basketball finishes season

The Eagle Grove eighth grade boys basketball team, coached by Lanny Parrott, has now completed their season with Parrott filing this report on their year. Members of the team are: Jacob Arbaugh, Matt Beltran, Leanel Calles, Kayne Carlson, Ethan Carr and Hunter Sorenson.

On January 13 they lost at Webster City 36-10 to the Lynx. Arbaugh scored four points, with Sorenson, Carr and Carlson putting in two points each. On January 15, the lost to the Golden Bears 52-9 at Bishop Garrigan in Algona. Carlson scored four points and Arbaugh two points. On January 20, they lost to the Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Cowboys 43-8 in Clarion. Beltran scored four points, with Sorenson and Gonzalez each scoring two points.

The season is now completed, with the A team going 1-9 with their victory coming over Forest City 25-12. In that game, Beltran scored 10 points, Carlson eight, Calles three and both Arbaugh and Sorenson two points each.

The B team finished at 3-5. “I want to thank the boys for their effort and hard work that they put in this season,” said Parrott.

The Eagle Grove Eagles girls basketball team won their A game 34-18 against West Hancock on Thrusday, Jan.22.

“It was another solid defensive performance by all the girls,” said Coach Jim McLaughlin.

The girls held West Hancock to just 4 points in the first half. Scoring for the Eagles were Natalie Vrba with 10 points and Jordan Kastler and Laine Morgan with 6 points each.

Kenzie Crail and Hannah Beecher each chipped in 4 points while Brittney Osborn scored 2 points.

Due to West Hancock having low numbers, the Eagles played just one half of a B game, winning it 13-12.

The girls fought hard all the way to the end to pull out the victory. Britany Cano Rodriguez led the scoring with 4 points, followed by Mariana Gonzalez with 3 points, and 2 points each by Alecia Anderson, Andrea Johnson, and Jordan Kastler.

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Middle School wrestlers enjoy another great night

The Robert Blue Middle School wrestling team had another successful night in their most recent outing on January 20 at Hampton. Going undefeated on the night were Josh Graham (3-0) and Jacob Graham, Nick Halverson, Alex Stein, Victor Frias and Jackson Helgevold all at 2-0. In addition, Dylan Hennigar and Zach Mosher each won two of three matches. Dajon Richard, Chris Richard, Mark Dawson and Waylon Burgwin all won one match each.

Eagle Grove boys traveling team does well The Eagle Grove fifth and sixth grade boys traveling basketball team, coached by Bruce Rholl, took second place at a tournament last Saturday hosted by Clarion-Goldfield-Dows.

They defeated the Cowboys 40-10 and West Hancock 22-19, losing only to Algona 32-25 in the championship contest. Their overall record is now 5-6.

Brett Maier looks to either pass or shoot in a previous game this year. The junior scored five points versus Newman, and had two rebounds and a steal in the home game with Osage.

Photo by Les Houser

Eagles almost defeat Newman Yackle with two double-double’s

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The Eagle Grove girls basketball team took on the BelmondKlemme Broncos on Monday, Jan. 19. Pictured above, Jozey Gump goes in for two of her 12 points she scored in the game.

Also putting points on the board were Kiera Matthes, Cali Schultz, and Katie Ferry, each with two points. The Eagles put up a good fight but lost the game, 23-18. Photo by Kim Demory

Eagle wrestlers edged by Broncos Matt Beltran tries to block the shot of his Clarion Cowboy opponent during last week’s eighth grade basketball game played on the Cowboys’ home turf. Photo by Jacob Snyder

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In a triangular last Monday night, January 19, in Clarion, the Eagle Grove wrestling team lost to both the home Cowboys and the visiting Broncos of BelmondKlemme. The dual with the Broncos was close, as the Eagles lost by just a 36-33 score. The Cowboys had no trouble winning the other dual by a 68-12 final over the Eagles.

The Eagles took fall points by Derek Graham (113), Garett Blink (120) and Evan Anderson (152) versus B-K, with Brayden Lyman (145) scoring a 6-2 decision over his opponent. Jared Beecher (170) and Levi Hanson (182) both had their arm raised by forfeit. Beecher was the lone winner, in matches wrestled, for the Eagles versus the Cowboys as he scored a fall in 4:49 over his man.

The only other win was a forfeit for Graham.

“We had a lot of breakthrough moments, with many of our guys close to getting what they want,” said head coach Jacob Groth. “I’ve talked to them about viewing wrestling and progression like this: It’s like a door that has no knob and no hinges.

What you want is on the other side.

You can’t go around it, so your only choice is to go through it. The door will make you work for it and it will give you nothing. What you don’t see is that the door is weakened every time you get back up and demand that it will fall down. Eventually, the door cannot hold your relentlessness off. You finally win!

We had some close matches and some not so close. The question now is where does Eagle Grove go from here? The guys have all experienced success at one point or another, but now we need to get that success on the same day. That equals a dual meet win. I’m proud of the guys for their commitment to outfighting someone everyday.”

The team now prepares for the North Iowa Conference Tournament this Saturday in Garner.

Results-Broncos 36, Eagles 33 106-Shoopman L by fall to Guido 113-Graham W by fall in 1:23 over Been 120-Blink W by fall over Anderson 126-Slagle L 13-6 to Andrews 132-S. Lyman L by fall to Heaberlin 138-Schaffer L by fall to Anderson 145-B. Lyman W 6-2 over Dugger 152-Anderson W by fall in 1:17 over Aldridge 160-Miller L 6-5 to Kern 170-Beecher W by forfeit 182-Hanson W by forfeit 195-Double forfeit by both teams 220-Forfeit by Eagles 285-Mendoza L by fall to Worden Cowboys 68, Eagles 12 106-Shoopman L by fall to Portillo 113-Graham W by forfeit 120-Blink L 6-1 to Lienemann 126-Slagle L by fall to Portillo 132-S. Lyman L by fall to Haberman 138-Schaffer L by tech. fall 20-5 to Abbas 145-B. Lyman L by fall to Brott 152-Miller L by fall to Carpenter 160-Forfeit by Eagles 170-Beecher W by fall in 4:49 over Powers 182-Hanson L by fall to Anderson 195-Forfeit by Eagles 220-Forfeit by Eagles 285-Mendoza L by fall to Flurer

Last Friday night in Mason City, Brian Yackle recorded his ninth double-double of the season as the Eagle varsity boys basketball team dropped a 71-65 decision to Newman Catholic. Newman took a 41-32 lead into the second half, and even though the game remained tight through the final 16 minutes they kept enough cushion for the victory.

“We played a good game on their home floor,” said head coach Ryan Pedersen. “The boys really came out and played hard. I was really proud of their effort, but we just ran out of gas in the end. I would say this was our most complete game we’ve played since the start of the new year.”

Three players finished in double figures, led by Jordan Wieth’s 18 points which included three buckets from long range. Yackle posted 15 points on 6 of 11 from the field and one trey. Graeham Schope finished with 10 points. Colton Pickering came close, netting nine points on three bombs from beyond the arc.

Brett Maier and Brian Gonzalez both scored five points apiece, with Brian making a trey as part of that.

Ryan Smith rounded it out as the freshman scored on a trey for three points of the total.

Prior to that contest, the purple and gold lost a 62-36 game at Belmond-Klemme. The Broncos stampeded out to a 22-11 margin after a quarter and extended the advantage to 37-16 by halftime. The Eagles played them nearly even the rest of the way.

“We did not play well in this game, and I think the boys knew it,” said Pedersen. “We did not come out well to start and it affected the entire game.”

Pickering led the team with 10 points including two treys. Yackle was close to doubles, scoring nine points on 3 of 4 from the field.

Gonzalez dropped in five points with a trey. Wieth scored on a bucket from downtown, with Schope also joining him with three points. Smith, Hektor

Philipson and Kent Jorgensen all rounded it out with two points each.

Yackle crashed the boards for seven rebounds, with Pickering getting his hands on four and both Philipson and Jorgensen three each.

Schope and Gonzalez had two each, with Wieth, Maier, Sam Johnson and Caleb Baker all checking in with one apiece. Schope dished out two assists, with Gonzalez and Jorgensen adding one each. Schope and Gonzalez each picked off three steals, with Wieth and Pickering adding one theft of the ball each.

This past Saturday, the Eagles hosted Osage and lost a 48-39 decision to the Green Devils. The game was tight through the entire first half, with the purple and gold holding a slim 17-14 lead at the break. Osage outscored them by twelve points through the second half in gaining the win.

“This was another tough game,” said Pedersen. “We played a team that we had lost to by 11 points the first time around. This time, we played much better defense on our own floor. We had the lead at halftime, but just made too many mistakes at crucial times to pull out a win.”

Yackle has his 10th doubledouble after netting 20 points, and grabbing 16 boards, in this game.

Smith scored seven points with a trey, Wieth and Pickering five points each (Wieth had a trey) and Gonzalez two points. Following Yackle in board work was Wieth and Schope with three apiece. Smith, Maier and Gonzalez all got their mitts on two caroms each, while Pickering added one rebound to his final line.

Wieth dished out two assists, with Pickering getting one assist.

Yackle swiped two steals, with Smith, Maier and Gonzalez all getting in on one each. Yackle went vertical for a blocked shot.

The team is now 2-12 overall and travel to Lake Mills this Friday before hosting a non-conference game with Clarion-Goldfield-Dows on Saturday for the annual ‘Coaches vs. Cancer’ fundraiser.

Colton Pickering puts up a shot in a previous game this year. The junior led the team with a 10 point effort versus the Broncos, and also grabbed four rebounds in that game. He scored nine points, with three boards, versus Newman and scored five points in the home game with Osage. Photo by Les Houser

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Lady Eagles come close to getting first win of year Two in double digits in nine-point loss to Broncos

by Les Houser

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The Eagle Grove varsity girls basketball team came close yet again to breaking into the win column after taking a 45-36 loss last Tuesday at Belmond-Klemme. The purple and gold was clinging to a 19-18 lead at the break, but were then outscored throughout the final two periods for the loss.

Desira Shivers and Leslie Cooper both reached double digit scoring totals. Shivers drained 13 points, which included a three-pointer and a perfect 6 of 6 from the charity stripe.

Cooper netted 10 points and was 6 of 8 at the line. Samm Kruckenberg scored six points, Katie Blasi five points and Samantha Helmke two points in support.

Kruckenberg was a monster on the boards in grabbing 12 rebounds, with Allison Purcell getting her hands on six. Helmke and Bri Allen both got three caroms each, with Jarika Eisentrager and Raechel Spangler each finishing with two.

Kruckenberg dished out three assists, with Cooper and Helmke making two each and Purcell one.

Kruckenberg picked off five steals and Helmke four, with Purcell, Cooper, Shivers and Spangler all finishing with one each.

“We played fantastic defense in the first half,” said head coach Aly Dahlhauser. “The Broncos came out and made some adjustments in the second half that helped them offensively. We really struggled offensively all night, but the girls kept their intensity up and gave great effort the entire game.”

On Friday night, the Eagles traveled to Mason City and lost 5135 at Newman Catholic. The Knights were up 15-6 after a quarter and 2613 at halftime. The second half stayed pretty even, with Newman holding just a 25 points to 22 advantage in scoring.

Kruckenberg netted 14 points on 5 of 11 from the field. Purcell scored seven points including a nice 5 of 6 at the line. Cooper and Helmke both scored five points, with Leslie managing the only trey of the night for the Eagles. Shivers and Blasi both finished with two points each to round it out.

Kruckenberg was a force again on defense with nine rebounds. Blasi grabbed five caroms, Helmke four and both Eisentrager and Shivers three each. Cooper, Spangler and Allen all added two apiece. Purcell had two assists, with Cooper and

CLARION-GOLDFIELD-DOWS SPORTS EVENTS THURS., JAN. 29: 4:15 p.m. 7th-Grade Boys’ Basketball - Here FRI., JAN. 30: 3:45 p.m. Jr. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball vs. Clear Lake 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball vs. Clear Lake SAT., JAN. 31: 10 a.m. Jr. Varsity Wrestling at Fort Dodge Tournament 11 a.m. Varsity Wrestling at Guthrie Center Tournament 4 p.m. Jr. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball at Eagle Grove 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball at Eagle Grove— Coaches vs. Cancer Night MON., FEB. 2: 4:15 p.m. 7th-Grade Girls’ Basketball at Hampton-Dumont 4:15 p.m. 8th-Grade Girls’ Basketball vs. Hampton-Dumont 6 p.m. Jr. Varsity/Varsity Boys’ Basketball at Britt-West Hancock 6:30 p.m. 9th-Grade Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball vs. Humboldt TUES., FEB. 3: 4:15 p.m. 7th-Grade Girls’ Basketball vs. Algona 4:15 p.m. 8th-Grade Girls’ Basketball at Algona 4:15 p.m. MS Wrestling at Eagle Grove 4:30 p.m. Jr. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball at Hampton-Dumont 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball at Hampton-Dumont THURS., FEB. 5: 4:15 p.m. 7th-Grade Boys’ Basketball at Hampton-Dumont 4:15 p.m. 8th-Grade Boys’

Basketball vs. Hampton-Dumont 6:30 p.m. 9th-Grade Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball vs. Clear Lake FRI., FEB. 6: 3:45 p.m. Jr. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball vs. Iowa Falls-Alden 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls’ & Boys’ Basketball vs. Iowa Falls-Alden SAT., FEB. 7: 12 Noon Class 1A Sectional Wrestling at Lake Mills

Jarika Eisentrager watches the ball closely on the defensive end of the court in an earlier game. The sophomore had three rebounds in each of the games with Newman and Osage, and also had one assist in each game. Photo by Les Houser Helmke finishing with one each.

Kruckenberg swiped four steals, with Purcell, Eisentrager and Shivers all adding one theft of the ball each.

Eisentrager added a blocked shot to her final line.

On Saturday night, the team hosted Osage with the Green Devils taking a 67-36 win. Osage jumped to a 36-18 halftime lead, then outscored the Eagles by 14 points through the third quarter to pretty much put it away.

Kruckenberg fired in 14 points for the second straight night, this time making 7 of 9 from the field.

Shivers was close to doubles with nine points which included a bucket from downtown. Cooper and Helmke both scored five points each, with Allen hitting a trey to add three points to the total.

Kruckenberg almost reached a double-double in snagging nine boards. Cooper and Eisentrager each finished with three rebounds, while Purcell, Helmke and Blasi all added one each. Cooper dished the ball for five assists, with Kruckenberg getting two and Eisentrager one.

Kruckenberg, Purcell, Eisentrager, Helmke and Blasi all finished with one steal apiece.

The team travels to Lake Mills this Friday, then hosts a nonconference game with ClarionGoldfield-Dows on Saturday in the annual ‘Coaches vs. Cancer’ night.

Leslie Cooper plays defense on her opponent in an earlier game.

The junior scored 10 points in the game with the Broncos, five points at Newman and five points versus Osage at home. She also had five assists in that same game. Photo by Les Houser

Signing day Last Thursday, Jacob Grandgeorge, Brianna Allen and Brian Yackle all signed letters of intent to attend Iowa Central Community College (ICCC) this fall and be members of the Triton golf squad. Assistant golf coach Dalton Stevens was on hand for the signings. Grandgeorge (top photo) plans to study agriculture.

“I can both go to college and play golf for free,” said Jacob when asked why he chose ICCC. “I can travel out of state and have fun with the team.” He is pictured with parents Bob and Camilla as Stevens also joined in the photo. Allen (middle photo) plans to study Business Marketing & Management. “It’s close to home, and I’ve never heard anything bad about it,” said Brianna on her choice for higher education. She is joined by her sister Brittany, her mom Lorrie and coach Stevens. Yackle is undecided about his career path at this time. “It’s close to home,” said Brian about his choice of college. “I know people around here and I get to play golf.” He is joined at the signing by his parents David and Brenda. Photos by Les Houser

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BINGO for Books is fun for all

Ashley Deleon, Jackson Baack, and Austin Baack (pictured at very top from left) were just a few of the big winner who went home with lots of new books to read, thanks to the Mama Cats and their BINGO for Books night held Monday, Jan. 26. Parents were invited to bring their children and spend one hour “unplugged” from all electronics, and just enjoy the time making memories with their kids. The night was affordable for all, costing only 25¢ for a card for the entire hour. “We had a successful night. Around 175 people in attendance and I think almost everyone left with at least five books. We had around 1,000 books donated I think! Wow - Eagle Grove rose above and beyond,” said Alana Alt - Mama Cat Leader. “We are excited and looking forward to planning more fun nights like.....family movie night, art night, science night, math night and read in the park!”

Photos provided by Jennifer Lenane

Lady Eagles sixth grade basketball team plays for Championship at the Pocahontas Area Basketball Tournament

The sixth grade girls basketball team traveled to Pomeroy on January 24th to compete in a 9-team sixth grade girls basketball tournament hosted by Pocahontas Area Community Schools.

They started the day with an overtime win over South Central Calhoun with a score of 22-20. Their next opponent was West Hancock who they beat in sudden death overtime 20-18. With two wins, the Lady Eagles earned a berth in the Championship game against Estherville-Lincoln Central. The Lady Eagles played tough, but fell short of the win by a score of 16-8. The Lady Eagles are coached by Bryan Whaley and Mark Sampson.

Front Row: (L to R) Hannah Sampson, Claire Kienzle, Megan Anderson, Piper Blink, Megan Sampson, Daniela Lobato. Back Row: (L to R) Lea Friedl, Maddie Anderson, Shea Whaley, Ariane Lyman, Noelle Wilson, Kaitlin Sampson. Photo submitted

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