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Council hopes to squeeze a few street repairs into budget

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Village “I understand we can’t do everyVine thing in one year, but I think it would be nice to do something,” said Wubben. “I think if you ask anyone in Buffalo Center, they’d say you’ve got to What Cheer Paper do something.”

“I’d say we have the worst streets in the county or a two-county area,” said Councilman Don West.

Councilman Marty Schaefer said that when he got on the Council, they made a point of doing a street project every other year, but the Heritage Town Center and the current water project have used up those funds the last few years.

City Clerk Deb Jensvold said the City is at its limit for how much debt it can take on. Local Option Sales Tax (LOST) funds can be used for

City Council is looking to fit some money for street repairs into its 2015 budget, following its annual budget workshop last Wednesday, Jan. 28.

Grundy Register Les Wubben marked Councilman 11 places in town where he would like to see some street repairs done, with the intersection of 3rd Ave. and 2nd St. NW Chronicle by the school leading the list.

Hampton With Buffalo Center’s 125th anniversary celebration coming up in 2017, he said he’d like to see repairs completed before then.

Wubben said he received a quote of $81,000 from Blacktop Service to patch the 11 spots he had listed. He noted that the quote was based on his own measurements, and the cost to do just a few of the spots would vary.

street repairs, and while the City does have about $200,000 in LOST funds, Jensvold noted that the City’s general fund is in the red, and she recommends transferring LOST funds to the general fund. Jensvold later explained that while the City’s combined funds are in the black with a total of more than $500,000 in the bank, the general fund has a negative balance of about $250,000.

The Council discussed options for doing a few street repairs starting at a cost of about $23,000.

The Council opened last week’s meeting with a few agenda items prior to the budget workshop. Sarah Paulson, manager of the Buffalo Center Swimming Pool, visited with the Council to ask for a pay increase

for her position. Paulson started as pool manager four years ago at a rate of $9.50 per hour, and she requested a switch to a salary of $7,000 for the pool season between Memorial Day and Labor Day. She said that figure would compare to an hourly rate of about $12.50 per hour. Paulson listed her various responsibilities at the pool and noted that she is certified as a pool manager and also serves as a lifeguard, which helps to reduce costs.

The Council later discussed the pool budget, and Paulson’s gross pay in 2014 was $5,584. Councilman Wubben asked how they could justify a raise for the pool manager when the Council isn’t considering raises for other employees. Councilman SchaeCOUNCIL to page 10

Paulson repeats as Conference Champion David Strueber, left, of FTSB in Lakota, presents a donation from the Veterans Honor Checking program to Bernie Becker, representing Wounded Warriors.

Vicki Wubben, left, of FTSB in Buffalo Center, presents a check to Alvin Smidt of the Buffalo Center American Legion.

FTSB gives to area veterans groups Farmers Trust and Savings Bank and its staff are showing their appreciation to the men and women who have served or are currently serving in our armed forces. To show their continuing support, ‘Veterans Honor Checking’ was introduced in 2009 and continues to grow as a premier checking account designed exclusively for veterans and their spouses.

The special checking account established by Farmers Trust and Savings Bank not only provides financial benefits to the individual account holder, but it also helps support a veteran organization of their choice.

Upon opening a Veterans Honor Checking account, $10 is automatically donated to the veteran organization of the accountholder’s choice. In addi-

tion, at each year end, the individual’s elected organization will also receive $2 for every $1,000 of average annual balance they maintain in their account.

Since its inception in 2009, Farmers Trust and Savings Bank has donated over $65,000 to the VFW, American Legion, Auxiliary, Iowa Veterans Trust, Family Alliance of Veterans of America (FAVA), and Wounded War-

riors throughout northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. In 2014 alone, FTSB donated $15,691.00 to these area veteran organizations.

“Our veterans have given so much.

This is just a small way of expressing our thanks for their service and sacrifice,” said Brian Vander Wilt, President of Farmers Trust and Savings Bank.

The Veterans Honor Checking account also includes unlimited check writing, a free patriotic flag debit card, variable interest rate paid above current NOW account rates, a special CD rate, and much more. For more information, visit www.ftsbbank.com or contact any FTSB branch in Buffalo Center, Lakota, Britt, Lake Mills and Bricelyn, MN.

Three groups head to State Speech Contest this weekend

Orange’s will host a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, February 7 at 1 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. Rules include: must play with a partner, double elimination and pay out for 1st and 3rd place.

The North Iowa Speech Team participated at the Large Group District Speech Contest on Saturday, Jan. 24 at Garner. Students competed in several categories, including Readers Theatre, Musical Theatre, Short Film, Ensemble Acting and Group Improv. Three of those groups received Division I ratings to qualify for State, including the Short Film team of Jami Goetz, Aaron Embrock, Austin Paden, Zach Dirksen, Makeila Shortenhaus, Noah Melz and Izacc Quisling; Group Improv with Kayla Limberg and Lexis Julsrud-Wertjes; and Ensemble Acting, also consisting of Kayla Limberg and Lexis Julsrud-Wertjes. Those three groups will perform at State this Saturday, Feb. 7 in Decorah.

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The Short Film team from North Iowa is headed to the State Speech Contest this Saturday in Decorah, front from left are: Makeila Shortenhaus, Aaron Embrock and Zach Dirksen. Back row: Izacc Quisling, Austin Paden, Jami Goetz and Noah Melz.

News Events Orange’s to host Bean Bag Tournament Saturday

North Iowa junior Alex Paulson is the North Iowa Conference champion wrestler at 220 pounds for the second year in a row, after he defended his title last Saturday, Jan. 31 at the NIC wrestling tournament in Garner. Paulson, who wrestles with the Forest City team, won a decision over Newman Catholic’s Colton Hansen in the semifinal round before pinning Osage’s Caleb Ring in overtime in the first place match. See sports on page 10.

Tickets are on sale now for the North Iowa Betterment Winter Gala, which will take place Saturday, Mar. 14. Tickets are available from any Gala committee member, and several members were selling tickets during last Friday’s home basketball games against Forest City. Front from left are: Erin Homsey and Mara Frerichs. Back row: Alicea Porter and Melissa Duve.

Kayla Limberg, left, and Lexis Julsrud-Wertjes qualified for State Speech in both the Group Improv and Ensemble Acting categories.

NIB plans fourth annual Winter Gala

Come out for an evening of fine dining and entertainment, as North Iowa Betterment hosts its fourth annual Winter Gala on Saturday, Mar. 14. Tickets are on sale now for the event, which will be held at the Heritage Town Center in Buffalo Center.

The Winter Gala serves as NIB’s primary fundraising event for the year, which supports the many activities that NIB coordinates throughout the year. NIB puts on a number of celebrations each year in Buffalo Center, including Bison Firecracker Days, Old Fashioned Christmas and the kids’ Halloween party. The organization also coordinates Girls Club, Ladies Night Out, youth football and basketball, movies in the park, and the 4th of July 5K. The newest event in the works at NIB is a 500 tournament, which is set for February 21 at the Heritage Town Center.

The Winter Gala will feature dinner and dancing, including live music and live and silent auctions.

Cocktail attire is encouraged. There will be a social hour beginning at 6:00 p.m., followed by the dinner at 7:30. Tickets are $50 per person and are available from any Gala committee member or by contacting the NIB office at 562-2222.

“It’s always a fabulous time,” said Gala committee member Melissa Duve. Other committee members include: Erin Homsey, Emily Angstman, Lisa Berggren, Mara Frerichs, Tressa Larson, Monica Main, Alicea Porter and Jamie Price.

In addition to committees for various events, North Iowa Betterment also has a Board of Directors. Board members include: Matt Duve, Jerry Wiedemeier, Erin Homsey, Emi Wubben, Jenny Kramersmeier, ex officio Cory Myer, and new member Samantha Benson, who recently moved to the area. The board is currently looking for one additional member.

OPINION / EDITORIAL

2 • Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015

Buffalo Center (Iowa) Tribune

Way back when

Appointed Chairman of subcommittee This week, I was assigned to be chairman of a subcommittee for HF Capitol Highlights 84. This bill will establish a transportation cost supplement program for school districts to relieve their transportation burdens. It is geared specifically toward school districts that spend greater than average amounts of allocated funds on transportation, including those in my district. HF 84 would allow the patrons of local school districts to impose a tax to help close the transportation gap so more state aid could be used to purchase supplies, hire teachers and other necessary functions. The tax would be a property tax, an income tax surcharge

By Representative Tedd Gassman Iowa House District 7 tedd.gassman@legis.iowa.gov

or a combination of the two. Before the tax could begin, it would first have to be voted on by the taxpayers of the school district.

Some taxpayer groups do not like this bill. I think it is a great idea for northern Iowa because we spend an inordinate amount of money on transportation throughout the 7th district.

This initiative would work very similarly to the instructional support levy.

The View from Here

by Dennis Guth

Iowa State Senator District 4 dennis.guth@legis.iowa.gov • 641-430-0424 This week, I enjoyed meeting and hearing from constituents all over my district. I visited with these folks: Iowa Lakes Community College, county supervisors from Wright and Winnebago, Pork Producers from Hancock, Soybean Association members (Kossuth and Hancock), FFA members from Belmond-Klemme and Forest City, Heartland R.E.C., an optometrist from Hancock and a pharmacy student from Algona.

There is a lot of talk around the Capitol about school funding and start dates. Tuesday night, the House passed an Education bill with the Governor’s recommended 1.25 percent allowable growth. Considering the education reform we are funding and the Medicaid costs that the Federal government is pushing on states which have good economies, that is a responsible level.

I know it is less than schools want and this could be painful. I do not want to pass the buck to local property taxpayers. I also don’t want to overcommit and then be faced with a mid-year cut like we had in 2010. An unplanned cut is not fair to anyone. I hope to see this debated in the Senate soon.

I have had lots of people contacting me about the school start dates.

I have heard these sentiments: allow an earlier school start date, do not allow earlier start dates, leave the start dates up to the local district to decide or don’t leave it to them because the parents aren’t being represented. Personally, I think local control is hard to beat. Whatever happens, we must ensure parents’ input is really pursued.

I have heard parents have not known when start dates were set even though they were published in the local papers. Perhaps, we could require proof of parental input if a start date waiver is requested.

This week, I was excited to support legislation which would allow Iowans

to protect themselves and their loved ones. Stand Your Ground legislation allows Iowans to legally protect themselves when faced with a life threatening situation. I believe there would be enough votes to pass this in the Senate IF we can persuade Majority Leader Gronstal to allow it to be debated.

If you support the idea of being able to legally defend yourself and others rather than be forced to run when threatened, please contact Senator Gronstal and ask him to move Stand Your Ground.

I was on a sub-committee for a bill which would require government entities in Iowa to give Iowa companies a chance to meet the bids of out of state companies. This sounds like a good way to favor Iowans until you consider the effect it has on getting competitive bids. If you were out of state, would you even bother submitting a bid if you knew someone else would be allowed to match that bid? Iowa taxpayers take the bite. This country was founded on free markets. Let’s keep it that way. Here is something I try to remember, “You cannot promote prosperity by discouraging thrift. You cannot help the poor by destroying the rich. You cannot lift the wage earner by pulling down the wage payer.”

(Henry Boetcker, “Ten Things You Cannot Do”) Thanks for giving me the opportunity to represent you in state government. I have these upcoming forums: February 6th – Garner at 8:00 a.m. (Garner Library), Kanawha at 10:00 a.m. (City Hall), Britt at 11:00 a.m. (City Hall); February 13th – Forest City at 9:00 a.m. (Ballroom in Salverson Hall, Waldorf College), Lake Mills at 11:00 a.m. (Main Street Pizza—party room), Buffalo Center at 1:30 p.m. (tentatively at Heritage Town Center). I may be contacted at dennis.guth@legis.ia.gov or call my cell phone at 641-430-0424.

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The local board would vote to approve this initiative, decide what combination of property and income tax surcharge they would use and then put it to a vote to the people. I am interested in receiving my constituents’ feedback on this bill, so please feel free to contact myself, any taxpayer group, farm bureau, commodity group or your state senator with your thoughts. HF 84 has been assigned to sub-committee for discussion.

The House spent a significant amount of time this week debating HF 80, which contains the supplemental state aid plans for fiscal year 2016 and sets the rate of growth at 1.25%.

A public hearing, which lasted two and a half hours, was held on Monday the 26th, in which effected groups and individuals shared their views of the bill. On Tuesday the 27th, the House spent five hours debating the bill and its amendment, and the bill was finally passed out of the House and sent to the Senate. This is just the beginning of the process of considering this bill. We have also started working on HF 81, which deals with supplemental state aid for fiscal year 2017. Currently, HF 81 sets the rate of growth at 2.45%, but that is subject to change.

Rep. Gassman is on the Environmental Protection, Labor, and Local Government Committees, and serves as the Vice Chair of the Education Committee. He also serves on the Administration and Regulation Appropriations Subcommittee. His district includes Emmet County, Winnebago County, and the northern parts of Kossuth County, including Algona. You can contact him at tedd.gassman@ legis.iowa.gov

Hassebroek accepted at Iowa Lakes CC

Justin Hassebroek, son of Dan Hassebroek and Heather Hassebroek of Buffalo Center, has been accepted into the Agriculture Production Technology Program for the Fall 2015 semester at Iowa Lakes Community College.

The Agriculture Production Technology program has three phases: classroom activities; laboratory experience on the 360 acre college farm with livestock, crops, and equipment; and supervised employment experience in production agriculture.

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North Iowa School Menu Monday, February 9:

B: Cereal, toast and applesauce L: Sloppy Jo, baked beans, pineapple Tuesday, February 10: B: Egg and cheese sandwich and peaches L: Popcorn chicken, broccoli, banana Wednesday, February 11: B: Sausage on a stick L: Lasagna soup, fresh veggies, breadstick, apple crisp Thursday, February 12: B: Muffin, yogurt and fresh fruit L: McRibb sandwich, carrots, pears Friday, February 13: B: Cereal, toast and pineapple L: Pizza, green beans, orange, cookie

Bosma graduates from DMACC

Katie Bosma of Buffalo Center graduated from Des Moines Area Community College during its fall semester, with a degree in Practical Nursing.

Area students named to honors lists

Katherine Hassebroek, Sarah Kirschbaum and Kristy Meyerhoff, all of Thompson, were named to the Dean’s List for North Iowa Area Community College for the 2014 fall term.

Students named to the Dean’s List must have a minimum of six semester hours and earn a 3.25-3.49 term grade point average in an academic semester.

Dylan Voortmann of Buffalo Center was named to the Dean’s List for Iowa Lakes Community College for the fall 2014 semester. Students named to the Dean’s list must achieve a 3.25 grade point average or better. Taylor Steinfeldt was named to the President’s List for Iowa Lakes Community College for the fall semester. Students named to the President’s List must obtain a 4.0 grade point average.

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Mighty Bison coach Pete Paulson and Tyler Henn talk about the upcoming Mighty Bison Wrestling Tournament in hopes of it becoming an annual event.

The Mighty Bison Wrestling Club is planning a tournament to be held on Saturday, February 5 at the North Iowa High School gymnasium.

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30 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, January 31, 1985 The Bisonettes won their first game of the year on Tuesday night at Thompson, 42-32.

The Bison wrestling team will be traveling to Northwood on Saturday, February 2 for the annual North Iowa Conference wrestling tournament.

Coach Brian Coppess has a squad of 12.

40 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, January 30, 1975 Snow banks piled upon snow banks as recent snows and blizzards heaped the white stuff around buildings, hedges and groves in the rural areas. In some places it has been a real challenge for snowmobilers.

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To register, call 641-584-2261 or 888-408-6606 by February 6.

Mrs. Nancy Miller started her first week of conducting a Pre-School here.

One important aspect she said is PreSchool is teaching the youngsters how to share, play, and work with others.

Sessions are held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9-11 in the elementary wing of the United Methodist Church. There are six youngsters four and five years old involved.

50 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, February 4, 1965 There have been a few cases of eye infection in the Kindergarten at the Buffalo Center Community School during the last week. If your child has any symptoms, please keep him or her home from school, Carolyn Ruggles, School Nurse.

F.F.A. members will be having an ice cream feed for the men faculty members of the Buffalo Center Community School next Monday evening following the regular monthly FFA business meeting. The FFA will challenge the teachers in volleyball and basketball before the ice cream feed.

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The fire siren sounded early on Tuesday morning calling the Fire Department and most of our citizens to the DeVries Sales Barn when smoke quickly came from the Sale Barn office on the north end of the Barn. All records of sales were lost in the fire. Insurance will cover only part of the loss. Clean –up work was started and the sale was held as usual that afternoon. The building was erected in 1945 and the first sale was held on January 5, 1946.

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These ladies love our Spa Day! We painted our nails pink, green with glitter, red and iridescent. Pictured from left: Lydia Charlson, Donna Mayland, Mary Mathews, Wilhelmine Risius, Jo Meinders, Bernice Kloster and Gen Dearing.

Isn’t this weather something? One dents, and they won 15 prizes. When day we have snow and the next day Monica came, she had a group crossrain, and then 40 degrees. The weath- word puzzle, and she read the Buffalo er always gives us something to talk Center Tribune and discussed current about. events.

On Sunday, Zion Lutheran came and Thursday, since Bible study was canled our worship service. Thank you, celled, we had a game day. They played Zion Lutheran. Monday, we exercised 500, Scrabble and Kings Korner. to The Big Bands. At 9:30 a.m., we had For our morning sensory group, we You Be the Judge. Our topics were on watched and sang to different songs that Tell Me No Lies and The Name Game. the residents requested on YouTube.

In morning sensory group, we traveled During the afternoon, we watched The from Arizona to Alaska. We saw Route Swiss Family Robinson on Netflix and 1, exploring the gold rush town of Eu- “went down memory lane”. reka, Grand Canyon and the glorious Friday, we exercised to Tutti Fruitti. landscapes and wildlife in Alaska. At The winners this week at Wii bowling 2:00 p.m., we had short stories with were: Eugene Sauer with a score of Betty Coxson. Thank you, Betty, for 146 and Alfred Mayland with a score coming in every week to spend your of 156. For our sensory group, we had time here with us. At 3:00 p.m., we poetry time. At 2:00 p.m., we had Happlayed Juca and then Name That Mem- py Hour, and we ended our week with ory. trivia.

Tuesday, Ruth Winter came and Have a great week and try to stay we had Card Club. Afterwards, I read warm. some short stories from The Good Old Days. During the afternoon, we had Table Talk, ladder golf and ended our day with a sing-along.

Wednesday, we exercised to Roy Clark. At 9:30 a.m., we had our Spa Day and we carried that over into our Friends and family of Mary Mathews sensory group and gave hand and back are invited to celebrate Mary’s 70th massages. At bingo, we had 23 resi- birthday on Saturday, February 7 with a card shower. Birthday greetings and well-wishes will reach her at 109 Mission Drive, Buffalo Center, IA 50424.

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North Iowa Communities List of Events

February 12 Blue Grass Jam Session, HTC, 6-9 p.m./Supper served by B.C. Historical Society, 5:30-7 p.m.

February 13 Legislative Forum with Dennis Guth and Tedd Gassman, TBA February 19 Prayer Shawl meeting, home of Eleanor Murray, 7:00 p.m.

February 21 NIB 500 Card Tournament, HTC, 2:30-9 p.m.

March 7 Eagle Pool Tournament, Lakota Eagle Center, Registration 8 a.m.-Tournament 9 a.m.

March 8 B.C. Historical Society meeting, HTC, 4 p.m.

March 12 Blue Grass Jam Session, HTC, 6-9 p.m./Supper served by B.C. Historical Society, 5:30-7 p.m.

March 14 NIB Winter Gala, HTC, Social Hour 6 p.m.; Dinner, Auction, Live Entertainment begin at 7:30 p.m.

March 21 NIB Spring Craft/Vendor Show, North Iowa Community School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

March 29 Lakota Fire Department Annual Brunch, Lakota Fire Station, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

April 9 Blue Grass Jam Session, HTC, 6-9 p.m./Supper served by B.C. Historical Society, 5:30-7 p.m.

May 9 Craft and Artisan Expo, Eagle Center-Lakota, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Local volunteer receives Giving Your Best award KIMT TV is honoring Kathy Wibben of rural Buffalo Center as its “Giving Your Best” volunteer for the month of February. Wibben was nominated for the award by Janet Jutting of Buffalo Center. Jutting said Wibben donates her time, talents and money in the community, school and at church.

At North Iowa Elementary School, students use book bags for their guided reading program, and Wibben washes, repairs and even makes new bags for them. In addition, she designs and sews items for a student with special needs. If a teacher needs help with cutting or assembling projects, Wibben takes them home and works on them. She gladly purchases school supplies, clothes or shoes for children in need with her own money.

As a community member, she is a member of the Kossuth County Care Team and helps collect and distribute items to people in need. She volunteers to drive adults to and from work when they don’t have transportation, and she pays to repairs their vehicles and purchases gas for them. She has also helped people purchase fuel for their homes.

If you’re looking for a fun way to enjoy our winter birds, while helping scientists study them, consider participating in this year’s Great Backyard Bird Count. The GBBC is a joint project of the National Audubon Society, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, and Wild Birds Unlimited. This year, the survey will be held from Friday, Feb. 13 until Monday, Feb. 16, and anyone can help out.

This annual event gives scientists a snapshot of winter bird distribution in North America. Through the count, scientists have been able to determine population trends and shifts in the ranges of birds throughout the continent. This information then helps scientists detect species that might be in need of assistance and also helps them observe how certain things like climate change affect bird populations.

Participating in the Bird Count is easy. First, choose a location you want to observe. It might be on your acreage somewhere, at a local park, or simply your own backyard. You can even watch from the warmth of your kitchen or dining room. Then, simply observe the area for at least 15 minutes on at least one of the count

Bryan and Mia Matson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Jaxon Cole Matson. Jaxon was born on January 7, 2015 weighing 6 pounds, 15 ounces and measuring 18.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by older brother Sawyer. Grandparents are Amy Griffey and Brent and Diane Matson, all of Buffalo Center. Great-grandparents are Don and Emmagene Silber of Buffalo Center, Lyle and Rosie Matson of Rake, and LaVerne and Judi Brue of Forest City.

Lisa and Alex Meyer of Mankato, MN are proud to announce the birth of their son, Indiana Glen Meyer. “Indy” was born on Monday, January 5 weighing 7 pounds, 8 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. Grandparents are Cork and Cheryl Satre of Buffalo Center and David and Julianne Meyer of Arlington. Great-grandparents are Richard and Ramona Meyer of Arlington, Glen and Sharon Perrine of Frost, MN, and Bea Hanson of Blue Earth, MN.

Thursday, February 5 7th/8th Wrestling @ Clear Lake, 4:15 p.m.

Friday, February 6 JV/V Girls/Boys Basketball (H) Osage, 4 p.m.

Bowling (H) Columbus, 4 p.m.

Saturday, February 7 V Wrestling Sectional, Hampton, 12 p.m.

Bean Bag Tournament, Orange’s, 1 p.m.

Monday, February 9 North Iowa Food for Families Food Pantry open, Buffalo Plaza, 2-5 p.m.

7th/8th Girls Basketball @ Newman Catholic, 4:15 p.m.

NICS Board meeting, NICS-Commons, 6:30 p.m.

Compassionate Friends of North Central Iowa meeting, Algona Public Library, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, February 10 V Wrestling Regionals, TBA 7th/8th Girls Basketball @ Bishop Garrigan, 4:15 p.m.

7th/8th Wrestling @ West Hancock, 4:15 p.m.

JV/V Girls/Boys Basketball (H) Eagle Grove, 4:30 p.m.

Bean Bag Tournament Saturday, February 7 1 p.m.

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If you are unable to identify all the birds you see, simply record the birds that you can identify. Participants should make sure not to identify the same bird more than once. Only record the highest number of each species that you see at one time. It’s easy to do, and anyone – novice birder or expert ornithologist – can enjoy helping out.

Here in northern Iowa, most of the backyard birds people will observe are the common feeder birds, such as juncos, chickadees, nuthatches, woodpeckers, blue jays, cardinals and sparrows. Don’t worry if you don’t see any unique birds; scientists need information about all birds, including the most common ones. To attract local birds to an easily observable area, simply put out a few birdfeeders with sunflower seeds, cracked corn and suet. Don’t forget to look for other birds, as well, including hawks and even eagles, especially if you observe in a more remote location.

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Titus Bosma

In the early hours of January 25, 2015, Titus Steven Bosma left our world just as he entered; too soon, quietly and on his own terms. Funeral services were held Thursday, January 29 at 1:30 p.m. at First Reformed Church in Buffalo Center, with Pastor Bill Peake officiating. Carole Kettwick was organist, along with special music provided by Brian Kramersmeier.

Titus, infant son of Jesse and Kelsey Bosma, was born December 30, 2013 in Rochester, MN. He was a champion in the NICU, always following his own path of surprises.

In his short little life, Titus showed us not only his determined personality but his character; strength, courage, humor and pure joy. His sweet smile and crystal blue eyes would light up any room!

He will be forever missed by: his parents; his brothers, Kaiden and Wyatt; his sister, Gabrielle; his grandparents, Chuck and Jennifer McGrady, Steve and Sue Bosma; his aunties, Katie Bosma, Bunny, Jodie and Flower; his great-grandparents, great aunts and uncles; and many prayer warriors.

Titus was preceded in death by: his uncle, Chuck Secrist; great-grandparents Oliver and Ruby McGrady, Clarence Burnside, Joyce Bosma and George Jensvold; as well as step family.

Memorials may be directed to the Bosma Family Benefit Fund at Farmers Trust and Savings Bank-Buffalo Center.

Winter Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Buffalo Center assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences and personal emails for the family may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com

“Not forsaking the assembling...together BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH Thompson, Iowa Pastor Lynn Noel Sunday, February 8: Traditional Worship Service, 8:45 a.m.

Fellowship, 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School, 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Circles Meet Church Council Meeting, 7:00 p.m.

--------------------------------------BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Sunday, February 8: Worship Service, 9:30 a.m.

Fellowship, 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.

--------------------------------------COMMUNITY CHAPEL Pastor Kent Hillesland Lakota, Iowa Wednesday, February 4: Prayer and Bible Study, 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, February 8: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service, 10:30 a.m.

Choir Practice, 5:15 p.m.

Evening Service, 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Prayer and Bible Study, 6:00 p.m.

-------------------------------------FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Sunday, February 8: Worship, 9:00 a.m.

--------------------------------------FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Pastor Brad DeVries Thursday, February 5: Prayer Time, 6:30 a.m.

Women’s Fellowship, 2:00 p.m.

-Share Time-Cheryl and Bev H. -Hostess-Louise E. and Doris Sunday, February 8: Worship, 9:00 a.m.

Fellowship, 10:15 a.m.

Adult and Children Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.

Meditations-Blue Earth Radio 1560, 12:05 p.m.

Monday, February 9: Trustee’s Meeting, 7:00 p.m.

--------------------------------------FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Lakota, Iowa Pastor Judy Junkermeier Sunday, February 8: Sunday School, 9:00 a.m.

Worship service, 10:00 a.m.

Service at Heritage Home, 2:30 p.m.

Monday, February 9: Community Club at Road Runners, 6:00 p.m.

--------------------------------------FIRST REFORMED CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Pastor Bill Peake Wednesday, February 4: Pastor Bill is out of the study in the morning but will be available in the afternoon.

Spirit Lifter’s Devotional Bible Study, 1:00 p.m.

-Today’s lesson is drawn from Romans 8:35-39 and is focused on “Doubts”. We all are challenged to view “despite our doubts, God chooses us for service in the world.” You may call Pastor Bill (641-590-1901) for details.

RCW Executive Committee meets in the fellowship hall, 7:00 p.m.

Initial Vacation Bible School meeting for organizing our ministry held at the United Methodist Church, 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 5: TMNH Bible Study in the home’s

multi-purpose room, 9:30 a.m.

-All are welcome.

Hymnsing pastors meet for evaluation and planning at the Congregational Church, 1:00 p.m.

Ruth Circle meets in the narthex classroom, 2:00 p.m.

-Dorothy Boehm is today’s hostess and both devotions and less are presented by Elaine Boehm. The Feb RCWM project is paper/plastic supplies for the church, which you are asked to leave in the basement kitchen.

Friday, February 6: Pastor Bill is out of the study in the morning but will be available in the afternoon.

Saturday, February 7: Consistory Appreciation meal will be shared at the Branding Iron in Thompson, 6:00 p.m.

-Pastor Bill will be contacting all members if this changes due to restaurant matters.

Sunday, February 8: Worship with live broadcast on KIOW-FM 107.3 and simulcast on WCTA Cable TV channel 2 as well as streamed live on www.kiow.com, 9:30 a.m.

-Pastor Bill returns to our pulpit with a message drawn from Deuteronomy 18:15-20.

Fellowship Hour served in the church basement, 10:30 a.m.

-A Soup Supper is planned for the entire congregation, hosted by Esther Circle following worship in the fellowship hall.

Unified Sunday School held in the sanctuary until 11:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m.

All classes dismiss so children may join their parents for the soup supper, 11:15 a.m.

Monday, February 9: Pastor Bill is out of the study this morning but will be available in the afternoon.

Dorcas Circle meets in the narthex classroom, 10:00 a.m.

-Viola Krull is today’s hostess.

Devotions will be shared by Evelyn Winter and the lesson is presented by Marilyn Balvance.

Esther Circle meets in the fellowship hall, 7:00 p.m.

-Marilyn Brass and Sharon Hippen are hostesses tonight. Marilyn shares devotions and Sharon will present the lesson.

Tuesday, February 10: Men’s Breakfast will be served in the fellowship hall of church, 7:00 a.m.

-All men are welcome for good food, some inspirational thoughts to begin your day and great fellowship.

There is no charge for the breakfast.

Pastor Bill leaves for a classis Leadership Commission meeting in Dumont, 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Pastor Bill is out of the study in the morning but will be available in the afternoon.

Spirit Lifter’s Devotional Bible Study, 1:00 p.m.

-Today’s lesson is drawn from Romans 8:18-28 and is focused on One Simple Prayer.” We all are reassured that “God hears our prayers, even when we have no words!”. You may call Pastor Bill (641-590-1901)

for details.

--------------------------------------IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Rural Titonka Wednesday, February 4: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

WOW for Kids at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 7: Legacy Journey at Good Hope, 9:00 a.m.

Sunday, February 8: Junger/Ingram Baptism, 8:30 a.m.

Worship at St. John’s, 8:30 a.m.

Immanuel Sunday School, 9:00 a.m.

Fellowship at St. John’s, 9:30 a.m.

Worship at Immanuel, 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday, February 10: Quilting at St. John’s, 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

WOW for Kids at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

Parish 3 Council meeting at St. John’s --------------------------------------RAMSEY REFORMED CHURCH Titonka, Iowa Pastor Perry DeGroot Wednesday, February 4: Catechism, 7 p.m.

Saturday, February 7: Community Men’s Bible Study, 6:00 a.m.

Sunday, February 8: Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Coffee Fellowship, 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School and Adult Bible Study, 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Catechism, 7 p.m.

--------------------------------------ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Woden, Iowa Wednesday, February 4: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

WOW for Kids at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 7: Legacy Journey at Good Hope, 9:00 a.m.

Sunday, February 8: Junger/Ingram Baptism, 8:30 a.m.

Worship at St. John’s, 8:30 a.m.

Immanuel Sunday School, 9:00 a.m.

Fellowship at St. John’s, 9:30 a.m.

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Tuesday, February 10: Quilting at St. John’s, 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

WOW for Kids at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m.

Parish 3 Council meeting at St. John’s ----------------------------------------ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Saturday, February 7: Reconciliation, 5:45 p.m.

Mass, 6:15 p.m.

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--------------------------------------ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH Lakota, Iowa Pastor Lynn Noel Wednesday, February 4: Text Study, 10:30 a.m.

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Saturday, February 5: Worship Service at Summit House-Britt, 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, February 8: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.

Worship service, 10:30 a.m.

-Installation of Church Council Youth Gathering at Zion Lutheran, 2:00 p.m.

Monday, February 9: Church Council, 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, February 11: Text Study, 10:30 a.m.

--------------------------------------SOLID ROCK MINISTRIES 3024 - 360th St., Buffalo Center Pastor Van Davis Friday, February 6: Supper, 6:00 p.m.

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--------------------------------------UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Dr. Lawrence Verner “Doc” Johanson, 95 of Thompson, died January 25, Pastor Deb Devine 2015 at the Mercy Medical Center- North Iowa. Funeral services were held at Wednesday, February 4: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 31, at the Ecumenical Bible Study, 1:00 Bethany Lutheran Church in Thompson, p.m. with Pastor Lynn Noel officiating. Private Sunday, February 8: family burial will take place at East Chain Sunday School, 9:15 a.m.

Lutheran Cemetery, rural Martin County, Worship Service, 10:15 a.m.

Fellowship and Coffee, 11:15 a.m. MN. Doc was born on August 4, 1919, in East Tuesday, February 10: Committee on Ministry, 5:15 p.m. Chain Township, Martin County, MN, to Olander I. and May E. (Larson) Johanson.

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He was baptized and confirmed at the Wednesday, February 11: East Chain Lutheran Church and gradu Ecumenical Bible Study, 1:00 ated from East Chain Consolidated High p.m.

School in 1937. He received his Doctor Finance Committee, 6:30 p.m. of Veterinary Medicine Degree on March Ad-Council, 7:15 p.m.

19, 1943, from the College of Veterinary --------------------------------------UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Medicine Iowa State College, now Iowa State University, Ames. Doc married DorThompson, Iowa othy “Dotty” Ann Cole in Roland on May Pastor Deb Devine 2, 1943.

Wednesday, February 4: Doc served as an officer in the United Ecumenical Bible Study, 1:00 States Army from 1943 to 1947. After his honorable discharge from the Army as p.m. a Captain, Doc practiced veterinary medicine in the Thompson area for 55 years.

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During this time, he practiced alone, with Dr. Dale Welborne and later for many Sunday, February 8: years with Dr. Duane Jacobson. He was also involved with farming and feeding Worship Service, 8:30 a.m. cattle in East Chain Township, Martin County, MN, through 2001.

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Doc was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church since he came to ThompWednesday, February 11: son, a life member of the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association, served on the Ecumenical Bible Study, 1:00 Thompson Community School Board for many years, a board member of the p.m.

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Judith Nelson

Judith Lee Heiman Nelson, 68 formerly of Buffalo Center, passed away Monday, January 26, 2015 in Carlsbad, NM. A memorial service was held on Friday, January 30, at First United Methodist Church, with Rev. Dan Boyd officiating.

Private interment took place in Carlsbad Cemetery, Carlsbad, NM. Judith Lee Heiman Nelson was born January 21, 1947, in Buffalo Center, to Leon and Naureen (Maylow) Heiman.

She graduated from Buffalo Center High School in 1965. Judith attended North Iowa Community College, Mankato State College and University of St. Thomas, graduating with a B.S. Administration of Parks and Recreation and Non-Profit Management degree.

She married Kenneth Earl Nelson May 29, 1971 in Buffalo Center. Judith was on the National Disaster Team for American Red Cross and a Rotary Exchange Program team member to Germany. She enjoyed reading and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by: her husband, Kenneth Earl Nelson of Carlsbad, NM; daughter, Jennifer Elizabeth Burk and husband, Brian Burk of Carlsbad, NM; son, Jeffrey Michael Nelson of Minneapolis, MN; granddaughter, Shannan Joyce Burk; grandsons, Jacob Conner Burk and Cody Nelson Burk; siblings, Joyce Heiman of Burnsville, MN, Dennis Heiman and wife, Louella of Grimes, Debbie Hartman and husband, John of Sheffield, Jim Heiman and wife, Emilie of Wichita Falls, TX, Tom Heiman and wife, Patti of Baldwin City, KS; sister and brother-in-law, Fred and Judy Jones of Carlsbad, NM; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Judith was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Assistance League of Carlsbad, P.O. Box 465, Carlsbad, NM 88221; Nana’s Fire and Safety School, 1400 Commerce Drive, Carlsbad, NM 88220; or Carlsbad Community Foundation, fund of your choice, 114 S. Canyon St., Carlsbad, NM 88220.

Denton-Wood Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

Willard Dearing

Willard Dearing, 95 of Buffalo Center, died Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City. He was blessed to have his family with him during the four days he spent at the hospital. Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, at the Buffalo Center United Methodist Church, with Pastor Deb Devine officiating. Burial was at Graceland Cemetery in Buffalo Center.

Willard was born in Gibson City, IL on May 26, 1919 to Burt and Lilly (Arnold) Dearing. He grew up helping his parents on the family farm, which developed his passion for farming. He attended country school in Rake. On February 21, 1942, Willard married his sweetheart, Dorothy Miller. Together they raised three children on their farm between Rake and Buffalo Center.

Willard loved to farm and lived a life that showed good morals, values and work ethic. Although he and Dorothy moved to Buffalo Center in 1976, he continued to enjoy farming until he was 90 years old. After he retired, he still drove out to the farm to check on the operations. Willard loved his family. Family gatherings were many, and the last one was spent just days before his passing.

Willard was a longtime sexton for Graceland Cemetery and member of the United Methodist Church in Buffalo Center.

Willard is preceded in death by: his daughter, Jolene Johnson; his parents; brother, Marvin; sisters, Evelyn, Genevieve, Vivian and infant sister Varina.

Left to cherish his memory include: his wife, Dorothy of Buffalo Center; son, Ron (Ginger) Dearing of Buffalo Center; daughter Joyce Dearing-Ehrich of Columbus, NE; son-in-law, Robert (Jolene) Johnson of Northfield, MN; grandchildren, Keven (Coney) Dearing, Kristen (Dale) Askeland, Stacey (Chad) White, Rebecca (Greg) Brown, Paul (Jill) Lally, Scott (Kim) Johnson and Chad (Katie) Johnson; 13 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren; sister, Elaine Allison of Bradenton, FL; and sister, Ethel (Todd) Kiewiet of Buffalo Center.

Winter Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Buffalo Center assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences and personal emails for the may be left at www.winterfuneralhome.com

Proceedings: Buffalo Center

CITY OF BUFFALO CENTER COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015 The Buffalo Center City Council met in regular session on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 7pm at City Hall. Council present: Wubben, West, Paulson, Schaefer, Jensvold. Citizens present: Janet Jutting, Andrew Shaw, Lori Broghammer with ITC, Kevin Graves with WHKS, Steve Shortenhaus. Employees present: Paul Jutting, Public Works, Duane Hinz, Water/Waste water Operator, and Matthew Holmquist and Pat Conroy, Police.

Mayor Troy Armstrong called the meeting to order. West moved, seconded by Jensvold, to approve the agenda. All ayes, motion carried.

Paulson moved, seconded by Wubben, to approve the minutes from the December 11th meeting. Four ayes, West abstained, motion carried.

Schaefer moved, seconded by Paulson, to approve the payment of bills listed at the end of the Council notes. All ayes, motion carried.

Kevin Graves, WHKS, presented the plans for the Water Treatment Plant Project and gave an updated schedule of events. Schaefer moved, seconded by Paulson, to approve the plans for the Water Treatment Plant and to set the bid letting date of March 11, 2015 at 7 pm at City Hall for the bid letting. Roll call vote: five ayes, motion carried.

Lori Broghammer, ITC, presented the 25 year electric transmission franchise ordinance for review. Paulson moved, seconded by Schaefer, to set the public hearing date of February 11, 2015 at 7 pm at City Hall for the time and place of that hearing. Roll call vote: five ayes, motion carried.

Steve Shortenhaus visited about a city share in the water bill with the Troy Julius water leak.

Paulson moved, seconded by West, to have Julius pay one third, Shortenhaus pay one third and the city absorb the last one third. All ayes, motion carried.

Schaefer moved, seconded by Paulson, to approve the new IRS rate for mileage reimbursement at 57.5 cents. All ayes, motion carried.

West moved, seconded by Wubben, to designate the Buffalo Center Tribune as the official paper for city publications. All ayes, motion carried.

Schaefer moved, seconded by Paulson, to appoint Les Wubben as the representative for the Kossuth Waste Management Association and Don West as the alternate. Five ayes, motion carried.

The budget workshop was set for January 28 at 5:30 pm. Schaefer moved, seconded by Paulson, to adjourn the meeting. All ayes, meeting adjourned.

Revenues for December 2014: General Fund, $14,520.91; Road Use Tax, $6,797.13; Local Option Sales Tax, $7,673.42; Library Fund, $1,210.00; Debt Service, $6,452.49; Water Fund, $18,349.75; Sewer Fund, $6,840.51; Garbage Fund, $6,708.33; Employee Benefit, $1,320.37; Interest, $3.88 Disbursements for December 2014: General

Fund, $17,625.35; Road Use Tax, $8,185.87; Library Fund, $1,972.83; Employee Benefit, $1,282.07; Water Fund, $11,207.19; Sewer Fund, $6,093.42; Garbage Fund, $5,125.10; Gross Payroll, $22,877.50; city contribution, $3,206.29 Troy Armstrong, Mayor ATTEST: Deb Jensvold, City Clerk JANUARY 2015 BILLS AgSource Laboratory-Service $38.00 Alliant Energy-Service $5,207.63 Alph’s Plumbing-Service $432.56 Logan Anderson-Service $900.00 Anderson Sanitation-Service $1,015.00 Troy Armstrong-Mileage $28.00 ARAMARK-Service $155.64 Austin Office Products-Supplies $369.72 B C Fire Dept-Grant $3,250.00 B C Post Office-Supplies $284.20 B C Tire-Service $36.00 Bison Graphics-Supplies $28.00 BMC Aggregates-Supplies $1,568.83 Brown Supply-Supplies $1,734.76 Casey’s General Store-Supplies $342.73 Data Technologies-Supplies $150.70 DeVries Lumber-Supplies $4.40 Ed Roehr Safety Product-Supplies $211.29 Electronic Specialties-Service $70.00 H & S Autoparts-Supplies $411.11 Hawkins-Supplies $2,079.68 Hemphill Law Office-Service $386.38 Jim Hofbauer-Service $360.00 ICAP-Service $30,905.28 IMFOA-Dues $40.00 Iowa One Call-Service $3.60 Deb Jensvold-Service $27.00 John Deere Financial-Supplies $412.16 Johnson Food Center-Supplies $202.98 K & H Coop Oil Company-Service $1,200.80 Kossuth County Auditor-Service $2,886.00 Library-Globe Gazette-Service $278.68 -Good Housekeep-Service $31.77 -Ollis Book Corp-Service $55.80 -Sharon Hippen-Supplies $58.00 -Johnson Foods-Supplies $15.89 -Movie Licensing-Service $139.00 -Better Homes-Service $22.00 -NGT-Service $49.99 -Smart Apple Media-Service $134.75 -Chase Card-Service $153.55 David Low-Service $450.00 Lyle’s Sales & Service-Supplies $84.48 McNeilus Truck-Service $80.23 Mercy Clinic-Service $22.00 Mid-America Publishing-Service $78.88 Murra Hardware-Supplies $296.85 RDO Equipment-Supplies $287.66 Rogness Brothers-Service $5,275.00 Storey Kenworthy-Supplies $349.62 Thompson Gun Bank-Supplies $183.88 Verizon Wireless-Service $145.17 Winnebago Coop Telephone-Service $437.35 Ziegler-Service $6,055.75 WATER PROJECT $7,762.00 Shawver Well Co-Service WHKS-Service $16,920.00 Published in the Buffalo Center Tribune on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015

Dorothy Senne

Dorothy Fern Senne, 88 of Davenport, passed away Monday, January 26, 2015 at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Koning Chapel, Ridgecrest Village.

Dorothy Fern Marie was born April 22, 1926 in Buffalo Center, the daughter of Ben B. and Lena (Jutting) Bruhns. She was united in marriage to Dr. Donald C. Senne on August 8, 1948 in Buffalo Center.

She was a 1943 graduate of Buffalo Center High School and graduated from Central College in Pella in 1947.

She taught school in Rake, Pleasant Valley, Mitchell, SD Head Star Program, College Community in Cedar Rapids and Grant Wood Elementary in Bettendorf until her retirement in 1987.

Dorothy’s greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Those left to honor her memory include: her children, Diane (Marco) Laviada, David (Gloria) Senne and Darlene (David) Darroch; grandchildren, Gretchen and Eric Senne, Brandon (Meredith), Aaron Darroch, Vanessa (Josh) Payne and Renae (Troy) Garmon; great grandchildren, Drew and Kenzie Garmon and Noah Darroch.

She is preceded in death by her husband on December 11, 2009.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a favorite charity.

Runge Mortuary and Crematory assisted the family with arrangements.

SENTENCES AND PLEAS Zachariah Crail, 25, Lake Mills, pled guilty to OWI-First Offense, a serious misdemeanor, stemming from a traffic accident investigated by the Winnebago County Sheriff’s office, Oct. 24, 2014. Crail was sentenced to serve two days in jail, and was ordered to pay a $1,250 fine, applicable surcharges, and court costs. He must follow through with all substance abuse treatment recommendations and will have his license revoked by the DOT. Sarah Miller, 42, Buffalo Center, pled guilty to Driving While Barred, an aggravated misdemeanor, stemming from a traffic stop by the Winnebago County Sheriff’s office, Sept.

5, 2014. Miller was sentenced to serve 15 days in jail, and ordered to pay a $625 fine, applicable surcharges, and court costs. The fine and surcharge were suspended.

Timothy Rodriquez, 31, Lake Mills,

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THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT WINNEBAGO COUNTY NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BRUCE E. MYERS, Decesased Probate No. ESPRO10514 To All Persons Interested in the Estate of BRUCE E. MYERS, Deceased, who died on or about August 17, 2014: You are hereby notified that on the 22nd day of December, 2014, the last will and testament of BRUCE MYERS, deceased, bearing date of the 9th day of February, 2014, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Michael B. Myers was appointed executorof the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from date of mailing of this noitce 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 required to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 20th day of January, 2015.

Michael B. Myers Executor of the Estate 110 High Circle Underwood, IA 51576 Steven L. Johanson ICIS PIN No: AT00003863 Attorney for the Executor Johanson Law Office 141 East K Street Forest City, IA 50436 Date of second pulbication: 4th day of February, 2015.

Published in The Buffalo Center Tribune on Wednesday, Jan. 28 and Feb. 4, 2015

pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance-Marijuana, a serious misdemeanor, stemming from a traffic stop by the Lake Mills Police Dept., Oct. 4, 2014. Rodriguez was sentenced to serve two days in jail, and was ordered to pay a $315 fine, applicable surcharges, and court costs. He must obtain a substance abuse evaluation and follow through with all treatment recommendations, and will have his license revoked by the DOT. Cameron Sturgeon, 22, Farmington, MN, pled guilty to OWI-First Offense, a serious misdemeanor, stemming from a traffic stop by the Lake Mills Police Dept., Aug. 9, 2014. Sturgeon was granted a deferred judgment and was ordered to pay a $1,250 civil penalty and court costs. Sturgeon will be on probation for one year and will have his license revoked by the DOT. Isaiah Talamantes, 19, Albert Lea, MN, was sentenced on the charge of Burglary in the Second Degree, a class C felony. Talamantes was sentenced to serve an indeterminate prison sentence not to exceed 10 years, ordered to pay a $1,000 fine, applicable surcharges, COURTHOUSE to page 12

Published in the Buffalo Center Tribune on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR KOSSUTH COUNTY NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Dorothy D. Gruis, Decesased Probate No. ESPRO18370 To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Dorothy E. Gruis, Deceased, who died on or about November 22, 2014: You are hereby notified that on the 19th day of December, 2014, the last will and testament of Dorothy E. Gruis, deceased, bearing date of the February 16, 1996 was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Dean Gruis and Dale Gruis 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 later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from date of mailing of this noitce 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 required to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 26th day of January, 2015.

Dean Gruis

Executor of the Estate 601 NE Wander Dr. Ankeny, IA 50021 Dale Gruis

14539 Summerset Road Indianola, IA 50125 Kristopher C. Duer Attorney for the Executor 11 Second Avenue NE P.O. Box 349 Buffalo Center, Iowa 50424 Date of second pulbication: 11th day of February, 2015.

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Proceedings: Winnebago County Board of Supervisors

WINNEBAGO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS January 20, 2015 The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors met in session at 9:00 A.M. January 20, 2015 adjourned from January 13, 2015.

Present: Supervisors Jensvold, Stensrud, and Durby Absent: On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Jensvold the Supervisors moved to approve the minutes for the January 13, 2015 Board Meeting and approve the agenda for January 20, 2015. All voted aye. Motion carried.

Denise Ballard and Mark from Two Rivers Insurance discussed IGHCP renewal and background of IGHCP Trust. Tina Brown and Sharon Bowlin from Wellmark discussed options for Winnebago County.

Dave Peterson, Sheriff discussed personnel matters.

The following claims were approved and ordered to be paid: 3,550.86 Ag Vantage FS Inc-Fuel Alliant Energy-Utilities 48.06 Black Hills Energy-Utilities 702.07 BMC Aggregates LLC-Materials 23,401.46 Cintas Corporation-Supplies 237.70 City of Buffalo Center-Utilities 39.97 City of Forest City-Utilities 295.12 City of Leland-Reimbursement 3,215.96 Class C Solutions Group-Supplies 1,172.75 Dave Syverson Inc-Parts 122.06 Dave’s 66 Service-Services 169.95 Farmers Coop Assn-Fuel 1,950.84 Fastenal-Supplies 128.31 Five Star Cooperative-Supplies 5.22 Force America Inc-Parts 24.78 G & H Motor Parts-Parts 454.83 Graves Construction Inc -Bridge Replacement 9,554.50 H & S Autoparts-Supplies 597.71 Heartland Power-Utilities 480.00 Heiman Fire Equipment-Services 411.00 Hiway Truck Equipment-Parts 148.00 Huber Supply Co-Supplies 57.00 Iowa DNR-NPDES Permit 175.00 K & H Coop Oil-Fuel 9,201.00 Knapper Oil-Supplies 35.70 Midwest Wheel & Equip Co-Parts 347.29 Murra Hardware-Supplies 23.96

Napa Auto Parts-Supplies 285.78 Peterson Sanitation Inc-Services 55.00 Petroblend Corp-Supplies 2,155.79 Pitney Bowes-Postage 100.00 Singelstad Hardware-Supplies 56.55 Sioux City Foundry Co-Supplies 7,962.50 Waste Mgmt of WI-MN-Services 226.46 Winnebago County-Health Ins 689.74 Ziegler Inc-Parts 275.68 Advanced Door Systems-Services 230.00 AH Hermel Co-Supplies 35.94 Alliant Energy-Utilities 82.48 Allied Insurance-Surety Bond 100.00 Austin Office Products-Supplies 231.30 Bills Family Foods-Jail Food 248.50 Bomgaars-Supplies 503.15 CCS-Services 175.00 Century Link-Telephone 14.00 City of Lake Mills-Utilities 487.45 Colby, Kristin-Mileage 268.25 Coralville Marriott Hotel -Hotel At Training 217.28 County Social Services -FY 2015 2nd Qtr 75,000.00 Culligan-Supplies 20.40 Des Moines Stamp Mfg Co-Supplies 30.70 Deyta LLC-Maintenance Contract 90.00 EBS-Health Ins 90,307.64 Ewing, Lori-Mileage 542.28 Fardal, Deb-Services 45.00 Farmers Coop Assn-Fuel 1,519.20 Fiala Office Products -Maintenance Contract 50.00 Five Star Cooperative-Fuel 436.32 Fleet Fueling-Fuel 396.17 Forest City Foods-Jail Food 64.58 Forest City Ford-Services 258.23 Forest City Vet Clinic-Supplies 36.52 G & H Motor Parts-Supplies 155.88 Green Canopy Inc-Services 457.50 GRP & Associates-Maintenance Contract 40.00 H & S Auto Parts-Supplies 19.35 Hancock Co Auditor-Services 178.24 Hancock Co Memorial Hospital -Services 1,930.98 Heartland Power-Utilities 548.45 Heiman Fire Equipment-Services 150.00 Helgeson Drainage Inc-Repairs 790.00 Holland Contracting Inc-Repairs 5,339.58 Iowa Empowerment Conference -Education 215.00

Iowa Immunization Coalition-2015 Dues 100.00 Iowa Outdoors-Subscription Renewal 30.00 Iowa Prison Industries-Supplies 84.50 ISAA-Annual Dues 350.00 JA Hill Construction Co-Services 83.69 Janitors Closet Ltd-Supplies 274.40 John Deere Financial-Supplies 61.92 Judicial Dialog Systems -Maintenance Contract 879.80 Kaisers Auto Repair-Services 42.18 KIOW-Advertising 70.00 Lake Mills Graphic Inc-Advertising 157.50 Lake Mills Lumber Co-Supplies 175.50 Lake Mills Post Office-Annual Box Fee 48.00 Larson Printing Co-Services 312.00 Life Skills Progression-Education 75.00 Malek, Laura-Mileage 291.76 Marco Inc-Maintenance Contract 465.67 Martinson, Louise-Mileage 342.12 Mason City Clinic-Services 302.00 Medline Industries Inc-Supplies 422.18 Melby, Ruth-Mileage 23.66 Mercy Medical Center-Services 734.01 Mid-America Publishing Corp-Advertising 79.20 North Iowa Media Group-Advertising 184.20 North Iowa PT-Services 282.20 Northwood Anchor-Advertising 50.40 Office Depot-Supplies 70.95 OHP Marketing Svcs-Advertising 10.66 Pathology Associates-Services 3,000.00 Peck Electric-Services 293.25 Pitney Bowes-Postage 900.00 Rippentrop, Dolores-Mileage 220.52 Schickel, Candila-Services 102.00 Schnebly’s 66-Fuel 62.35 Schwartz, Robert-Reimbursement 65.00 Singelstad Hardware-Supplies 37.05 Skellenger, Willemina-Mileage 216.84 Staples Credit Plan-Supplies 349.34 State Hygienic Lab-Services 44.00 Stenzel, Karen-Mileage 129.52 Swanson, Dorene-Services 79.00 Tama Properties LLC-Rent 385.00 Thompson Courier-Rake Reg-Advertising 24.00 Timber Tree Service-Services 120.00 Treasurer State of Iowa-Sales Tax 44.00 Verizon Wireless-Telephone 252.67 Visa-Supplies 977.36 Wagner Tire Inc-Supplies 140.00 Waldorf College-Work Study 4.74 Waste Mgmt of WI-MN-Services 259.64

3.69 Weiss, Karla-Reimbursement Windstream-Telephone 123.84 Winnebago Co Clerk of Court-Services 25.00 Winnebago Coop Telecom-Telephone 916.63 Wolf, Barb-Mileage 265.16 Woodward Youth Corp-Services 186.60 Ziegler Inc-Services 4,332.74 On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Durby the Supervisors moved to approve a Liquor License for the Super Bowl.

On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Jensvold the Supervisors moved to approve a resolution authorizing and approving a Loan Agreement, providing for the issuance of $10,000,000 General Obligation County Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A, directing the levy of taxes to pay the same and approving escrow agreement. All voted aye. Motion carried.

On a motion by Jensvold and seconded by Stensrud the Supervisors moved to approve the contract with Veenstra & Kimm for DD 35-89. All voted aye. Motion carried.

Scott Meinders, Engineer discussed secondary road matters including stockpiling rock, discussion on the City of Lake Mills sharing the Counties salt storage, the A-28 bridge construction, creation of a clothing policy, a sign management program, and Transportation Day at the Capitol.

The Supervisors looked at a site analysis for the Public Safety Center, and on a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Jensvold the Supervisors moved to approve negotiations of land purchase with an offer of $140,000 to Don and Sue Meineke for their property. All voted aye.

Motion carried.

On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Jensvold the Supervisors moved to table the IEDA project. All voted aye. Motion carried.

The discussion with Scott Meinders regarding his evaluation and contract was tabled until January 27, 2015.

The session was adjourned until 9:00 A.M. January 27, 2015.

Terry Durby, Chairperson Attest: Karla Weiss, County Auditor Published in the Buffalo Center Tribune on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015

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Le Mars Antique Show & Flea Market 3/27/15 - 5pm-9pm, 3/28/15 - 8am-4pm. Le Mars Convention Center 275 12th St SE Le Mars, IA 51031 Vendor Information: www.lemarsantiqueshow.com or (712) 548-8821 (INCN)

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This Valentine’s Day Scalloped Heart Cookies

reat family, friends and co-workers to something they will all love this Valentine’s Day by making easy and impressive cookies. Start with your favorite roll-out cookie recipe or simply dress up store-bought ones by adding some simple details with icing.

From the cupids at Wilton, here are three ways to leave them smitten with sweets this Valentine’s Day: Desserts with dimension. Triple your treats by stacking three decorated cookies in different sizes together and attach them with icing.

Complement with color. A simple piping technique looks stunning when piped in different colors on your cookies.

Get to gifting. Wrap your finished treats in a Valentine’s Day treat bag or box.

For more fun and delicious Valentine’s Day recipes, baking tips and inspiration, visit www. wilton.com.

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Favorite roll-out cookie recipe Ready-To-Use White Creamy Decorator Icing Icing Colors: Burgundy, Red-Red and Christmas Red Prepare and roll out dough following recipe directions. Use largest cutter from the 4-piece heart nesting cookie cutter set to cut out shape. Bake and cool cookies.

Divide icing into four equal portions. Tint one of each portion light burgundy, dark burgundy and combination of red-red/Christmas red. Reserve last portion white.

Starting from top edge of heart, use tip 102 and icing in dark burgundy, light burgundy, red and white to pipe V-shaped groups of two petals, one piped from left and one from right, to create row of petals in alternating colors. Repeat with second row between petals in first row. Continue to repeat pattern until cookies are covered.

CADEN Edge Technology Lowers Farmers Operating Costs Eldora, Iowa, January 26, 2015: The price of corn is down, and the news is full of farm equipment manufactures cutting back in response.

But regardless of what happens in the markets for tractors, combines, and field equipment, one three decade old, close-to-home manufacturer says farmers will still be taking to

the field this spring. And particularly, with the tighter farm economy, they will want to maximize the return on input cost going into all those cutting attachments which go on the big tillage pieces. That puts a premium on shoring up the field sweeps and other metal edges, which bear the brunt of cutting the soil.

Stackable Ombre Heart Cookies Each stacked cookie serves 1.

Favorite roll-out cookie recipe Royal icing (recipe on wilton.com) Rose Icing Color Heart Micro Mini Icing Decorations Prepare and roll out cookie dough following recipe directions. Use 3 smallest cutters from 4-piece heart nesting cookie cutter set to cut out shapes. Bake and cool cookies.

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USM Wear Technologies, LLC, has spent 22 years learning how to extend the life of such surfaces as the ground engagement attachments on farm equipment, construction, earth moving equipment, and heavy equipment used in the industrial industry.

USM Wear Tech says, now with implement manufactures and dealers pulling back in the face of lower commodity prices and expecting leaner times, USM will do the opposite, and instead launch a first of its kind regional advertizing campaign promoting its’ Free Sweep Programa streamline way for farmers to acquire USM Wear Tech treated wear parts. Among other ways, they can go direct to the equipment manufacturer for that trademark USM tungsten weld application.

The idea is to make Caden Edge wear parts available either factory direct or commissionable via the farmers local implement dealer.

And under the free sweep offer every farmer will have a chance to try the CADEN Edge. USM Wear Tech will even treat the farmer’s sweeps if they send them to our factory through March 5th.

A big element in the initiative has been USM Wear Tech’s now threeyear-old relationship with the Bourgault Tillage (BTT) of Canada. It’s the biggest and the dominant farm equipment maker in that country, with a reach well into the upper Midwest United States and internationally beyond.

BTT has been helping promote the USM Caden Edge technology

for hardening its own field tools, and has been key partner in close to five years of university testing which USM says shows the life of the common field sweep is extended three fold when it receives the Caden Edge tungsten weld. USM has also now created relationships with many large domestic farm equipment companies.

USM Wear Tech has a long history of experimenting with ways to add life to wear parts attachments. USM Wear Tech eventually developed a patent-pending process for infusing carbide into tillage tools, giving them far more wear resistant edges.

Tungsten carbide coatings afford far more hours of wear.

In agriculture, the tougher field sweeps not only last longer, but also allow faster tillage speeds and lower cost per acre. There are now 65,000 units in the field. The CADEN Edge has already reached fields all over the world. U.S., Canada, Germany, Ukraine, Brazil, and Australia. The CADEN Edge is available on Ripper Points, Sweeps, Harrow Tines, and Chisel Points.

For more information about USM Wear Tech please visit www.usmexpress.com or call 1-800-800-1812.

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Area Restaurant GUIDE

Dining guide spots are $5 per week, double-spots for $7.50 per week or 4 spots for $15 per week, prepaid. Spots are booked with a 13-week commitment.

Old Bank Winery • Open 1 to 5, Tues.-Sat. • Located in Downtown Kanawha • Free wine tasting David & Nancy Litch • 641-762-3406

May we cater your event?

Hours Mon-Fri 9-2 pm; 4:30-6 pm Sat 9-noon Big Brad’s BBQ & Grocery Downtown Kanawha

641-762-3541

319-347-2392 • Aplington Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11:30 am-1:30 pm, 4-9 p.m.

Saturday 11 am-9 pm Lounge Hours 4 pm-Close Lunch, Evening & Weekend Specials Senior Meals until 7 pm

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To Contact Us: PHONE ...............................641-562-2606 FAX.....................................641-562-2636 EMAIL ...................... bctrib@wctatel.net WEB ........ thebuffalocentertribune.com MAIL .................. Buffalo Center Tribune P.O. Box 367 Buffalo Center, IA 50424 STOP BY ........................ 124 North Main Buffalo Center, IA

TO PLACE AN AD ~ CALL 641-562-2606 Little Bison Childcare Center is now hiring a

Part-time Caregiver

Great working environment, flexible hours, terrific staff. No nights or weekends.

We are looking for substitutes as well.

(Someone to fill in when regular staff is sick or needs to be gone).

Call 641-562-2950 for an application or send resume to 404 2nd St. NW, Buffalo Center, IA 50424

J & J Recycling

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Closed over lunch from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m.

Closed Saturday & Sunday

2341 Hwy 169, Elmore, MN ROLL OFF SERVICE AVAILABLE!

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SAPP MACHINERY AUCTION

Hwy 9 W Buffalo Center IA Thursday, March 19th, 2014 10:00 A.M. Consign Now! We will be accepting: Farm Machinery, Tractors, Construction Equipment, Building Materials, Tools, Trucks, Trailers, Mowers, and Vehicles.

Sorry no household items.

To Consign: call Hallberg Auction 800-373-2255 Or email: colworks4u@yahoo.com Print Deadline is February 27th Loader available and drop offs accepted March 2nd through March 19th (9:00-5:00 excluding Sundays), or by appointment call Dave Winter at Ledyard Country Store 515-646-2025. www.hallbergauction.com 800-373-2255 toll free 641-561-2255 lot Our December Sale was very strong, and we are already building a nice listing for this auction.

10, 20 and 30 yard boxes Buying across the scale by the ton ... iron, cars, trucks, tin, wire, machinery, farm equipment and any other metals you may have on the farm or around the shop. Also buying aluminum cans, copper, brass, batteries, cast iron, radiators, stainless steel, wire, etc.

Phone 507-943-3653

Explore the Possibilities!

Looking for a change?

Now accepting applications for:

Certified Nurse Aides (all shifts) (starting wage $12) Activity Aides (afternoon shift) We offer excellent wages, life insurance, 401k, medical insurance, sign on bonus for C.N.A., Holiday and vacation pay. Ask about benefits for full time employees.

Apply in person to Roberta Hagedorn, RN/DON at Timely Mission Nursing Home 109 Mission Drive, Buffalo Center, IA 50424 641-562-2494

Explore the Possibilities!

Christensen Farms is hiring for

Wean to Finish Positions in the Iowa Falls area.

Animal Care Workers: Duties include pig production tasks such as: loading in/out, sorting, vaccinations, feeding and record keeping.

Farm Manager: Responsible for the leadership and performance of grow finish production barns and development of contract partner relationships and employee teams.

Full-time positions with great pay and an excellent benefit package!

Apply online at

www.christensenfarms.com Equal Opportunity Employer

Christensen Farms is hiring for

Construction Site Supervisor

in the Iowa Falls area.

Join our team of individuals responsible for the evaluation, maintenance, and construction of new build, renovation, and capital projects. Positions require previous construction related experience and/or education related to construction field.

Clean driving record required.

Apply online at www.christensenfarms.com 1-800-889-8531 Equal Opportunity Employer

NE1/4NW1/4 and W1/2NE1/4 Sec. 33, Linden Twp, Winnebago County.

Tract 2 - 70 ACRES M/L E1/2NE1/4 Excluding Acreage Sec. 17, Crystal Twp, Hancock County.

TRACT 3 - 106 ACRES M/L

Tract in the N1/2NW1/4 and Tract in the NW1/4NE1/4 Sec. 16, Crystal Twp, Hancock County

TRACT 4 - 160 ACRES M/L Tract in the S1/2NW1/4, PT SW1/4NE1/4 and The West 60 ACRES SE1/4 Sec. 16, Crystal Twp, Hancock County.

Current Owner: Joan Cullen Estate, etal

NEW OR USED appliances. Call or stop. Hasssebroek Refrigeration, 562-2592. (10)3-tfn ‘THE MILLS’ THEATER SCHEDULE: Screen 1-“The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water”(PG), Feb. 6-12; shows M-Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 3 & 7 p.m. Screen 2-“American Sniper”(R), Feb. 6-12; shows M-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3:30 & 7:30 p.m. www.themillstheater.com or movie line at 641-592-6455.

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Boeckholt’s Cottages

315 2nd St SW and 310 2nd St SW Buffalo Center

Newly remodeled, completely furnished guest cottages.

Rent by day, week or month.

For reservations contact

Al or Judy at

641-562-2221 Cell 641-903-6565

www.boeckholtscottage.com

Are you looking for that small hometown environment to work?

Do you like to cook? We have the perfect position for you.

Casey’s General Store has the following openings: 18 to 27 hours a week cashiering 2 p.m.-11 p.m.

14 to 26 hours a week in our sub sandwich shop, 3 p.m.-9 p.m.

14 to 28 hours a week in our pizza shop, 4 p.m.-11 p.m.

14 hours a week in our bakery shop, 3 a.m.-10 a.m.

You will love seeing all of our customers, helping them with their purchases.

You must be 18 years of age to work in our kitchen.

We invite you to stop in at our Buffalo Center location for an application and interview, or go on-line to apply at www.caseys.com Casey’s has limited part-time benefits.

EOE Casey’s General Store 101 1st St. N.E. Buffalo Center, IA 50424

EXTENSION SUMMER YOUTH POSITION

Iowa Select Farms has local openings for Sow Farm Technicians and Class A CDL drivers. Technicians are responsible for the daily care of animals. Positions start at $28,000/year and increase to $31,000 after just one year plus full benefits. Class A CDL drivers ideally live within 45 miles of Iowa Falls and transport pigs within our production system five days a week, home EVERY DAY. Benefits, competitive salary and $1200 SIGN ON BONUS. Call Allyson at 641-316-3251 for more info!

Assist with the planning and implementation of the Winnebago County Extension & Outreach youth program.

Must enjoy working with people, particularly youth, have strong organizational and communications skills.

Applications accepted until February 27.

Application and job description may be obtained online at www.extension.iastate.edu/winnebago or from the Winnebago County Extension Service Thompson, Iowa 641-584-2261 or 888-408-6606 We are an AA/EEO Employer

PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY

BUFFALO CENTER CHIROPRACTIC

The Square Yard

Dr. Jerry Wiedemeier ~ Judy Wiedemeier, LMT

404 S. 1st St. Kiester, MN 56051 Phone - 507-294-3739 www.thesquareyard.net Carpet, vinyl, tile, wood. Since 1986

Chiropractic and Massage for the Whole Family

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Silber's Photography TRAVIS SILBER

DENTIST

Buffalo Center

New Patients Welcome!

641-562-2969

• Petroleum • LP Gas

• Motor Oil • Paint

K & H CO-OPERATIVE OIL CO. Box 188

Heetland Taxidermy Bruce Heetland 3804 185th Avenue Lakota, IA 50451

515-886-2243 "For all your big trophies"

FOR ALL YOUR LUMBER NEEDS 151 Jackson St. N PO Box 73 Thompson, IA 50478

641-584-2555

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DR. STEVEN H. JOHNSON 11 2nd Ave. NW

Floor Covering Sales & Installation

641-584-2666 fax

641-330-8315

Wesley, IA 50483 515-679-4212

Toll Free 1-800-244-6101

Dentist

Toll Free 888-740-4255

NOW OPEN

Summer Youth Assistant Position

1-877-562-2858 toll free

Tract 1 - 120 ACRES M/L

FOR RENT: 1 and 2 BR units available in Clear Lake. Rental assistance and utility allowance available. Onsite laundry, no pets.

877-935-9340 www.tlpropertiesiowa.com. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Equal Housing Opportunity. Handicap Accessible.

Full-time position with great pay and an excellent benefit package!

Call for appt. 641-562-2020

FARMLAND FOR SALE

RENT BASED ON YOUR INCOME. North Iowa Regional Housing Authority (NIRHA) is accepting applications for one and two bedroom apartments located in secured building at Heritage Place, 105 1st Ave SW, Hampton, IA. Located above the Senior Center. Units are designated for elderly or disabled applicants. Appliances furnished, washers and dryers available, off-street parking. Rent is determined by annual income and allowable deductions. Applications available online at www.nirha. com, or calling 1-888-817-1841, x1 or 1-641-423-0897, x1, or picked up at the NIRHA office, 202 1st Street SE, Ste. 203, Mason City, IA 50401. Office hours are M-Th 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Fri. 8:00 a.m.

– 12:00 p.m. noon. EHO.

Randall L. Winter, DDS Kyle P. Winter, DDS Phone 562-2297 800-763-4935 101 4th Street NW ~ Buffalo Center

Bank Agency Insurance LIFE-HEALTH-HOME and AUTO 641-562-2275 Buffalo Center

Bruce Venteicher, Agent

Optometrists Dr. Brent D. Johnson Dr. Roger Hanson

Your company could be here.

Call 641-562-2606

ADVANTAGE PROPERTY INSPECTIONS, LLC Money Pit? Call before you buy!

641-590-5767

www.inspectionsbyadvantage.com

RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL & FARM WIRING

Optometrists

Tim Martinson, Owner

Eyes Examined Glasses Fitted — Contact Lenses

Martinson Electric 641-562-2806

Free Estimates

Buffalo Center

HASSEBROEK REFRIGERATION

• Commercial Refrigeration & Equip.

• GE and Hotpoint Appliances • Heating • Cooling • Heat Pumps • Water Conditioning • Water Heaters Buffalo Center

Drs. Klepper & Trainer

115 East Call 295-2196

Algona, Iowa 1-800-330-5198

Your company could be here.

Call 641-562-2606

PHONE 641-562-2592

B. C. Veterinary Clinic John Stock, DVM

AGPERFORMANCE.COM Fertilizers • Chemicals Seed • Specialty Products 641-562-2370 710 N. Main St., Buffalo Center

Buffalo Center and Titonka

Iowa Supreme Meats

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

1307 330th St., Burt, IA 50522

BLUE EARTH VALLEY EYE CLINIC 435 South Grove Street, Suite 2 Blue Earth, MN

800-934-0358

Phone 507-526-2222

B. C. Repair

• Lawn and Garden • Tractors, all makes and models • Combines and Skidloaders • Overhauls, Hydraulic, Electrical Repairs WE MAKE SERVICE CALLS

LARRY A. GRAY

Hiway 9 West

641-562-2580 or 562-2107

Phone 562-2262 If no answer call 928-2642

Erpelding, Voigt & Co.

562-2521 or

Algona, Phone 295-7275

TIGGES CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Family Practice & Sports Injury DR. MERLE TIGGES Bancroft, IA FOR APPOINTMENT 515-885-2582 • Insurance Accepted • Specific Spinal Care • Hands-on Adjusting • Problem Cases

Feel the Difference!

SPORTS

Buffalo Center (Iowa) Tribune

Rachel Schutter hits her mark with a three-pointer last Friday night in Buffalo Center.

Brooke Hovland brings the ball down the court for the Lady Bison last Friday night against Forest City.

Ladies top third opponent in 1-2 week

The North Iowa Lady Bison showed improvement in rematches with two conference opponents over the past week, and they picked up a win in their first match of the season against Newman.

On Saturday, Jan. 24, the Lady Bison traveled to Garner, where they more than doubled their score from their previous outing against the Cardinals but lost the match, 61-35.

Krista Schutter was the top scorer for North Iowa with 17 points, as she made six of eight field goals. Schutter, Brooke Hovland and Rachel Hassebroek each made five rebounds, and Schutter also had three blocks.

Garner 11 13 14 23 61 North Iowa 9 12 4 10 35

47-39.

Taylen Hinders led all scorers with 17 points. Hovland and Rebecca Murray each made six rebounds, while Hovland, Dani Yegge and Kendall Melz each made three steals.

“A very nice win for our team, as we put together four good quarters of basketball,” said North Iowa Head Coach Rob Riedinger. “The Lady Bison earned the victory with good defense and some excellent post play from Taylen, who ended the game with 17 points and seven boards. Rachel Schutter came off the bench and scored nine points with her efforts and energy.”

North Iowa 9 14 13 11 47 Newman 8 10 12 9 39

The Lady Bison hosted Newman Catholic on Monday, Jan. 26, resulting in their third win of the season,

The Lady Bison hosted Forest City for their final match of the week on Friday, Jan. 30, as they lost, 69-50.

Dani Yegge tied Forest City’s high scorers with 17 points for the night.

Melz led in rebounds with five.

“I thought we played a very good first half of basketball and felt we were still very much in the game at halftime, being down by 10,” said Coach Riedinger. “We had trouble finding the basket in the second half and allowed way too many points by Forest City as they built a double digit lead that we were unable to overcome.

“Dani played an outstanding game with 17 points, including two behind the arc, and hustled throughout the game,” added Riedinger. “Kendall added eight points and rebounded well for us. Rachel Schutter and Rachel Hassebroek added seven and six points, respectively.”

Forest City 14 20 24 11 69 North Iowa 10 14 17 9 50

Ladies just a few pins short against Vinton The North Iowa High School bowling teams traveled to Charles City last Friday, Jan. 30, where they faced off against Vinton-Shellsburg at the Comet Bowl. Both the North Iowa boys and girls lost their matches, with the girls coming up just four pins short against the Vikings.

The final tally for the girls’ game saw North Iowa down 2472-2468.

Sydney Giesking had an outstanding night, as she led all bowlers with games of 191 and 189 for a 380 series – setting new personal bests in the process. Jenna Berschman followed with a 349 series and Allison Almelien scored 327. Chelsey Roth rolled a 291, including a season high game of 159, followed by Jordan Ostrander with a 269 series and Katie Stelter with a 158.

The Lady Bison led in the baker games, scoring 852 to Vinton-Shellsburg’s 841.

“This was a very close match from the first ball thrown,” said North

Iowa Head Coach Doug Aukes. “We came up short by just four pins. The girls get better each week, and that first win will come.”

The North Iowa boys also lost their match to Vinton-Shellsburg, 30252218. Spencer Armstrong led the Bison with games of 189 and 195 for a 384 series. Cameron Roth rolled the high game for the Bison with a 221 and 147 for a 368 series, as he set new personal bests. Noah Melz had a total of 364, Zach Dirksen scored 285 with a season high game of 168, and Willie Roeder scored 154.

The Vikings outscored the Bison 933-663 in the baker games.

“We bowl against some very good teams each week, and Viton Shellsburg is no exception,” said Coach Aukes. “Their coach mentioned they have 40 kids in the bowling program.

What a difference maker that is.

“The Comet Bowl has high scoring conditions, but we could not find the necessary free swing to let the bowl-

ing ball find the sweet spot on the lanes to generate some high scores as the other team did.”

The Bison play next at home this Friday, Feb. 6 against Waterloo-Columbus.

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Austin Paden sinks a three-point shot last Friday night against Forest City.

Bison drop two games as conference season winds down

The North Iowa Bison lost two home games to conference opponents last week in basketball action.

North Iowa hosted Newman Catholic of Mason City on Monday, Jan. 26, ending in a 57-35 loss.

Austin Paden led the Bison on the scoreboard with 11 points, followed

by Logan Eichenberger with nine.

Paden and Josiah Beenken each totaled five rebounds.

Newman 17 8 15 17 57 North Iowa 10 9 11 5 35

The Bison played at home again on Friday, Jan. 30, when Forest City came to town for the “Coaches vs.

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Buffalo Center Police Chief Matt Holmquist presented the Council with a quote from Next Generation Technology for computer upgrades for the police department, with the total not to exceed $765. Holmquist said he has $800 in grant money to spend on the technology upgrade.

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the first quarter, but the Indians rebounded to lead 19-12 at the end of the first quarter. North Iowa’s scoring fell flat for the remainder of the game, as Forest City won, 80-27.

Taylor Ostermann led the Bison with seven points, followed by Paden with six. Paden and Jordan Boekelman each had three rebounds.

Forest City 19 34 17 10 80 North Iowa 12 7 2 6 27

JV results The JV boys lost a close contest January 26 against Newman, 36-34.

Jordan Boekelman led the Bison in scoring with 11 points, and Taylor Baumann added 10 points. Baumann and Damon Olson contributed five west of town. Both parties have previously addressed the Council regarding a water leak last year on Julius’ property and the resulting high water bills. Both properties share the same water line, and the leak occurred on Julius’ property before passing through his water meter. The Council passed a motion that all water going to Julius’ property needs to be metered, and a possible solution would be to install a meter at the property line.

Armstrong said he talked with Kirk Winter of Winter Funeral Home, who told him the City can’t legally close the cemetery to burials during the winter. Armstrong said he had the City attorney do some investigating, and he was advised that the cemetery should only be closed in extreme circumstances. While winter interments are more difficult, he said most cities do permit them and accept the risk that damage to monuments or other damage may occur. The City will investigate further regarding rules and

rebounds each.

“After a slow start, we were able to make a run late in the game to almost get the victory,” said Coach Justin Ullmann. “I was very proud of our second half of play. Now we need to put together a complete game in order to win.”

The Bison lost to Forest City 4521 in Buffalo Center on January 30.

Boekelman led the scoring for the Bison with six points, and Colin Weaver added five points.

“We did not put together a very good game against Forest City. We will have to play as a team in order to compete,” said Coach Ullmann.

The JV boys now have a record of 7-10.

liability for winter burials.

The City is also looking for two trustees for the cemetery. Trustee Willie Wubben passed away last year, and trustee Ray Bosma is interested in giving up the position.

Looking at the budget for the police department, the Council discussed increasing the allocated funds for substitute officers from $2,300 to $6,000.

Last year, officer Pat Conroy’s wages totaled about $5,800. Police Chief Matt Holmquist said a substitute serves maybe three or four days a month. Since the department recently got a new police cruiser, $3,700 can be transferred from the budget for vehicle repairs to keep the police budget balanced.

There were no changes discussed for the fire department or ambulance.

Councilman West questioned if the City was making efficient use of its employees, noting that the City pays $200,000 per year in employee wages for a town with about 900 people.

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Indians win three dual matches in Forest City

The Forest City Indians hosted duals in Forest City on back to back nights last Monday and Tuesday, as they came away with three wins and one loss.

On Monday, Jan. 26, The Indians defeated Nashua-Plainfield 36-30 and Saint Ansgar 40-30. Alex Paulson (220) pinned both of his opponents for the night, and Landon Josten (160) and Beau Sorenson (170) each had a pin.

On Tuesday, Jan. 27, the Indians hosted Eagle Grove, who they defeated 52-24, and Lake Mills, who they lost against, 57-22. Paulson, Josten and Sorenson recorded pins again, along with Pierce Gelhaus (138), Ethan Larson (152) and Triston Springer (182).

Forest City 36 Nashua-Plainfield 30 145-Matthew Schilling (NP) over Tim Buck (Fall 3:47). 152-Ethan Larson (FC) won by forfeit. 160-Mason Hyde (NP) over Landon Josten (Fall 1:31). 170-Beau Sorenson (FC) over Brenten Bathke (Fall 1:20).

182-Jason Fisher (NP) over Triston Springer (Fall 0:55). 195-Tyler Larson (NP) over Noah Paulson (Fall 1:36). 220-Alex Paulson (FC) over Bryce Bilharz (Fall 0:24). 285-Adam Eden (FC) won by forfeit. 106-Brock Dietz (NP) over Alec Fett (Dec 6-0).

113-Will Kirschbaum (FC) won by forfeit. 120-Double forfeit. 126-Double forfeit. 132-Nathan Dettmer (NP)

Alex Paulson finishes off Cole Bergo of Lake Mills with a pin last Tuesday night in Forest City. over Maverick Freerksen (Dec 7-5). Paulson (FC) over Mitchell Smits (Fall 138-Pierce Gelhaus (FC) won by for- 0:50). 285-Sawyer Hulshizer (SA) feit. over Adam Eden (Fall 0:31). 106-Alec Forest City 40 Fett (FC) over Devan Hackenmiller Saint Ansgar 30 (Dec 7-0). 113-Will Kirschbaum (FC) 152-Ethan Mayer (SA) over Ethan over Gabe Walk (Dec 8-3). 120-Brody Larson (Fall 2:49). 160-Landon Josten Bruce (SA) won by forfeit. 126-Dou(FC) over Jacob Hemann (Fall 2:43). ble forfeit. 132-Maverick Freerksen 170-Beau Sorenson (FC) won by for- (FC) won by forfeit. 138-Pierce Gelfeit. 182-Blake Adams (SA) over Tris- haus (FC) over Cutter Bruce (SA) ton Springer (Fall 4:35). 195-Noah (MD 14-0). 145-Dayben Smith (SA) Paulson (FC) won by forfeit. 220-Alex over Tim Buck (Inj.).

The Forest City Indians placed two champions at the final North Iowa Conference wrestling tournament last Saturday, Jan. 31 at Garner.

Junior Alex Paulson won his second NIC Title in a row at 220 pounds.

Paulson had a bye in the first round and won a 1-0 decision over Newman’s Colton Hansen in the semifinals. He trailed Osage’s Caleb Ring in the first place match but came back to force an overtime period, where he pinned Ring to take the Title.

Senior Beau Sorenson also won his second NIC Title, as he prevailed in the 170 pound division. Sorenson received a bye in the first round and pinned Lake Mills’ Grant Boehmer in the semifinal. He edged out Cade Baker of Garner-Hayfield/Ventura in the final round with a 4-3 decision.

Pierce Gelhaus placed second in the conference at 138 pounds, as he made it to the final round before losing by fall to Osage’s Brady Jennings.

Landon Josten (160), Noah Paulson (195) and Adam Eden (285) all placed fourth, while Alec Fett (106) and Triston Springer (182) placed fifth. Will Kirschbaum (113) placed sixth, along with Maverick Freerksen (132) and Tim Buck (145). Easton Jacobs (152) did not place.

106-Alec Fett-5th Quarterfinal: Blake Martinez (N) won by fall over Fett, 0:52. Cons.

Round 1: Fett received a bye. Cons.

Semi: Alex Martinson (LM) won by fall over Fett, 5:39. 5th Place Match: Fett won by decision over Bradan Shoopman (EG), 6-0.

113-Will Kirschbaum-6th Quarterfinal: Nathan Been (BK) won by tech fall over Kirschbaum, 5:56 (18-3). Cons. Round 1: Kirschbaum received a bye. Cons. Semi: Javi Gallardo (LM) won by fall over

Kirschbaum, 0:36. 5th Place Match: Brody Wright (O) won by fall over Kirschbaum, 0:36.

132-Maverick Freerksen-6th Quarterfinal: Freerksen won by fall over Derek Brown (GHV), 3:11.

Semifinal: Brock Jennings (O) won by fall over Freerksen, 3:57. Cons.

Semi: Saxon Lyman (EG) won by decision over Freerksen, 10-7. 5th Place Match: Nick Lemmon (WH) won in sudden victory: 1 over Freerksen, 1210.

138-Pierce Gelhaus-2nd Quarterfinal: Gelhaus won by injury default over Krister Beal (LM), 2:42.

Semifinal: Gelhaus won by tech fall over Mike Anderson (BK), 4:39 (161). 1st Place Match: Brady Jennings (O) won by fall over Gelhaus, 5:08.

145-Tim Buck-6th Quarterfinal: Buck won by major decision over Andrew Schiltz (NU), 11-0. Semifinal: Thatcher Goodale (O) won by fall over Buck, 3:09. Cons.

Semi: Jade Pringnitz (GHV) won by decision over Buck, 4-0. 5th Place Match: Logan Brown (WH) won by decision over Buck, 8-4.

152-Easton Jacobs-DNP Quarterfinal: Cameron Clark (WH) won by fall over Jacobs, 3:54. Cons.

Round 1: Brenden Weber (N) won by fall over Jacobs, 2:54.

160-Landon Josten-4th Quarterfinal: Gabe Irons (LM) won by decision over Josten, 3-2. Cons.

Round 1: Josten received a bye. Cons.

Semi: Josten won by fall over Kole Kern (BK), 3:26. 3rd Place Match: Gabe Irons (LM) won by decision over Josten, 4-2.

170-Beau Sorenson-1st Quarterfinal: Sorenson received a bye. Semifinal: Sorenson won by fall over Grant Boehmer (LM), 1:05. 1st Place Match: Sorenson won by deci-

Forest City’s Ethan Larson pins Eagle Grove’s Evan Anderson at 152 pounds last Tuesday in Forest City.

Forest City 52 (MD 8-0). 113-Derek Graham (EG) Eagle Grove 24 won by forfeit. 120-Garett Blink (EG) 195-Noah Paulson (FC) won by for- won by forfeit. 126-Parker Slagle feit. 220-Alex Paulson (FC) won by (EG) won by forfeit. 132-Maverick forfeit. 285-Jonathan Mendoza (EG) Freerksen (FC) over Saxon Lyman over Adam Eden (Fall 5:05). 106-Alec (EG) (SV-1 3-1). 138-Pierce Gelhaus Fett (FC) over Bradan Shoopman (FC) over Brayden Lyman (Fall 3:10).

145-Tim Buck (FC) over Lincoln Miller (Dec 4-2). 152-Ethan Larson (FC) over Evan Anderson (Fall 2:31).

160-Landon Josten (FC) won by forfeit. 170-Beau Sorenson (FC) won by forfeit. 182-Triston Springer (FC) over Levi Hanson (Fall 4:23).

Lake Mills 57 Forest City 22 220-Alex Paulson (FC) over Cole Bergo (Fall 2:18). 285-Cory Mathahs (LM) over Adam Eden (Fall 2:54).

106-Alex Martinson (LM) over Alec Fett (Fall 3:53). 113-Javi Gallardo (LM) won by forfeit. 120-Braedon Edwards (LM) won by forfeit. 126Zach Johnson (LM) won by forfeit.

132-Michael Olsen (LM) over Maverick Freerksen (Dec 13-9). 138-Pierce Gelhaus (FC) over Krister Beal (MD 9-1). 145-Max Bergo (LM) over Tim Buck (Fall 1:30). 152-Brady Schmidt (LM) over Ethan Larson (Fall 2:56).

160-Landon Josten (FC) over Spencer Jensen (Fall 3:59). 170-Beau Sorenson (FC) over Grant Boehmer (Fall 1:25). 182-Slade Sifuentes (LM) over Triston Springer (Fall 0:59). 195-Andrew Olsen (LM) over Noah Paulson (Fall 1:30).

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sion over Cade Baker (GHV), 4-3.

182-Triston Springer-5th Quarterfinal: Springer won by fall over Alex Arndorfer (NU), 5:06.

Semifinal: Slade Sifuentes (LM) won by fall over Springer, 0:29. Cons.

Semi: Levi Hanson (EG) won by fall over Springer, 5:18. 5th Place Match: Springer won by fall over Alex Arndorfer (NU), 0:23.

195-Noah Paulson-4th Quarterfinal: Paulson won by fall over Michael Dau (WH), 1:35. Semifinal: Andrew Olsen (LM) won by fall over Paulson, 0:51. Cons. Semi: Paulson received a bye. 3rd Place Match: Tommy Low (O) won by fall over Paulson, 1:55.

220-Alex Paulson-1st Quarterfinal: Paulson received a bye. Semifinal: Paulson won by decision over Colton Hansen (N), 1-0. 1st Place Match: Paulson won by fall over Caleb Ring (O).

285-Adam Eden-4th Quarterfinal: Eden won by fall over Orry Leggett (O), 4:00. Semifinal: Luke Worden (BK) won by fall over Eden, 1:24. Cons. Semi: Eden won by decision over Austin Brouwer (WH), 3-2. 3rd Place Match: Orry Leggett (O) won by fall over Eden, 0:47.

North Iowa Youth Wrestling update The following are some recent results for the North Iowa Youth Wrestling team.

Lucas Oldenkamp – Wells, 2nd place; Spirit Lake, 1st place.

J.T. Kelso – Wells, 2nd place; Maple River, 1st place; St. Clair, 1st place.

Levi Miller – Garner, 3rd place.

Brayden Gray – Garner, 1st place; Emmetsburg, 1st place.

Talan Jacobson – Garner, 4th place.

Zane Miller – Garner, 3rd place.

Austin Kelso – Maple River, 1st place.

Sam Schutjer – Mankato, 1st place; Emmetsburg, 1st place; Garner, 2nd place.

Grant Schutjer – Garner, 4th place; Emmetsburg, 3rd place.

Drew Schutjer – Mankato, 2nd place; Garner, 1st place; Emmetsburg, 1st place.

Landon Josten of Forest City made a pin right before the second buzzer against Spencer Jensen of Lake Mills last Tuesday night.

Youth wrestlers donate to Cooper benefit

The North Iowa Youth Wrestling club recently made a donation of $200 to the Dalton Cooper benefit.

From left are Brayden Gray, J.T. Kelso, Duane Cooper, Lucas Oldenkamp and Talan Jacobson.

Middle schoolers wrestle at Mason City The North Iowa middle school wrestlers were in Mason City on Tuesday, Jan. 27 for a quad meet.

Brett Walton lost 5-4 to Harley Costnere of Mason City and won by fall over Tony Cadena of Mason City.

Brandon Roth lost by fall to Nathan Usher of Charles City, and he lost by fall to Cadena of Mason City.

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Beat North Iowa High School

Senior Spotlight on Andy Evans

by Colton Skarpohl-Ost Andrew Jay Evans has recently made a huge commitment in his life.

Unlike most kids, he won’t be attending college after he graduates from North Iowa.

“Being in the military is something I always saw myself doing,” Evans said. So he made his dream a reality.

Signing with the National Guard is something that he never had to think about twice, he said. The inspiration for joining came about when he was talking with his step-brother Mike Evans, a former US Military member.

“It’s just something that stuck with me,” Evans said. He will be leaving the state to attend boot camp in Fort Benning, GA. Excited to see where the 6-year commitment will bring him, Evans is also shocked with how fast his three years at North Iowa High School have gone.

Evans participated in track and cross country. He said some of his best memories were made competing in these two sports. He also spent a lot of time in the weight room where he enjoyed working out on the daily.

When not in school, Evans loves playing Xbox, shooting guns, and fishing with his father. He also loves

Andy Evans days with his family. In addition to his step-brother, Evans has a sister, Brittany Evans. His parents, Bobbi and Allen, are divorced but couldn’t be more supportive of him and the decisions he has made.

When his 6 years with the National Guard comes to an end, Evans plans on attending college. He is undecided where he will be attending but has plenty of time to make decisions. After it’s all said and done, he hopes to get a job somewhere close to his home town of Titonka.

“I can’t wait to see where this will bring me.” Evans said.

Senior Spotlight on Chris Lawson

By Kayla Stelter Christian Lawson is a new student to North Iowa this year, his senior year.

Coming from Harris Lake Park was a big change, especially in the amount of classmates he had.

“I like the small school,” Lawson said. Lawson, son of John and Kelly Lawson, lives in rural Buffalo Center. He likes to hang out with friends, play video games, drive around and, of course, do homework when he has to.

“Living in the country, there’s not much to do there,” Lawson said, but he keeps busy with sports. Lawson is also involved in football, basketball, and baseball. This year was his first year playing football, and it will also be his first year playing baseball. He enjoys basketball the most, “it is fun,” he said, “running up and down the court, and meeting new people through games.”

Government is his favorite class.

“Mr. Potter makes it interesting,”

Chris Lawson

Lawson said. “He makes the classes better.”

Lawson said he is ready to graduate.

He might take a year off, and proceed in education at Iowa Lakes Community College, get his generals done there, and pursue a degree in Bio-Chemical Engineering.

Senior Spotlight on Kayla Stelter

by Trace Locke Kayla Stelter loves the Bison FFA chapter. She has participated in soil judging and the parliamentary procedure competition. She is currently the FFA reporter.

“My favorite high school memory is going to national FFA all four years,” Stelter said. She also said she plans to attend the state convention this year, too.

Stelter lives in Lakota with her sister Katie and parents, Penny and John.

Stelter was involved in softball, FFA, basketball, and North Iowa Dance Squad during her high school career.

Her favorite classes in high school were all of Mr. Meyer’s Ag classes and personal finance.

In her free time, she loves to run.

She said it is an easy way to clear her head. She also likes to relax and watch Netflix when she finds free time. In the summer time she loves to spend time with her family at the Flying Goose Campground by Fairmont and playing

Kayla Stelter softball.

After high school Stelter is attending Iowa Central Community College with intent to pursue a degree in elementary education. Stelter talked about how she’s ready to be done with high school and start her own life in the real world.

“Why wouldn’t I be?” she said.

On his way to a 298, sophomore Spencer Armstrong anxiously awaits to see that he has delivered yet another strike at the home meet against Charles City on Jan. 23. The 298 was his best game ever. “I just wanted to take it one shot at a time,” Armstrong said.

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Senior Spotlight on Chelsey Roth

By Andy Evans Math has always been Chelsey Roth’s favorite class.

“I love numbers and equations” she said. Roth is planning to attend UNI for her CPA degree in accounting.

She lives in Rake and is currently employed at Johnson’s Food Center in Buffalo Center and has been since 2013. Roth especially enjoys bowling and is a member of the NI Bowling team.

“My highest score was 174,” she said. She has two scented bowling balls; one smells like apples and the other smells like grape. Roth has been representing the school’s bowling team since her 10th grade year.

Also on the golf team, Roth participates in the spring musical, blood drive, North Iowa dance squad, and band. Her favorite hobbies are listening to music, hanging out with friends, golfing, and bowling. One of her

Chelsey Roth greatest memories from school is their class Washington D.C. trip eighth grade year.

“It was a fun trip, good way of going into high school. A lot of memories were made with friends and class mates,” she said.

Senior Spotlight on Taylor Ostermann

by Chelsey Roth North Iowa spectators have seen Taylor Ostermann compete in cross country, basketball, golf, and baseball all throughout his high school career, but Ostermann says he likes golf the most.

“I like to be outside and active,” Ostermann said, adding that his best round was a 34. But Ostermann said that his best high school memory is tied to basketball.

“The year we went state in basketball” is his favorite memory, he said, explaining that he enjoyed being part of the team even though he was freshman at the time.

At NI his favorite lunch was crispitos. Ostermann said that Personal Finance, a required class for all seniors, was his favorite class this year. His favorite teacher in high school is Mr. Potter.

“He lets us talk or lets us debate in class,” Ostermann said. He said that Potter cares about students’ opinion more than the other teachers he’s had in school.

Junior Zachary Dirksen looks on as freshman Willie Roeder takes his turn.

Despite some strong games, the Bison lost to Charles City Jan. 23 in their first home meet since winter break. Their next home meet is Feb. 6, vs. Columbus. “It’s fun. I enjoy hanging out with other people and getting to meet new people,” Roeder said. “And doing well at the meets makes you feel good.”

Trace Locke school would be the year that I went to Cedar Falls for the state trap shooting contest. I was happy because I won all of the trophies except for the handicap championship trophy,” Locke said.

Locke can no longer do school trap shooting because he has won some professional tournaments and is no longer considered an amateur.

“My favorite class throughout all of high school would have to be algebra one, because I love math.” Locke said.

“My favorite teacher would be Mr. Potter. I’m not a big fan of history, but he finds a way to keep it interesting and entertaining.”

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Taylor Ostermann Taylor Lee Ostermann, the son of Doug and Kim Ostermann, lives in the country near Buffalo Center. Ostermann plans to go to a four year college, yet to be chosen. He’s unsure what he will study, but he does know that he wants to play golf in college.

He wants to leave rural Buffalo Center and see what he can do for his future when he graduates.

“I’m ready to experience something different,” he said.

Senior Spotlight on Colton Skarpohl-Ost

by Taylor Ostermann Colton Skarpohl-Ost likes to spend his time fishing, bow hunting and hanging with friends. His favorite moment was when he shot his first deer with his bow.

“I enjoy hunting because I love to see what nature has to offer. I also love hunting because it’s a great way to spend time with the people you enjoy to spend time around,” he said.

Skarpohl-Ost also likes to work in his free time. He has worked for Hofbauer Seeds and Zinnel Utility Contracting in Minnesota. He is also part of K&H outdoor staff.

The son of Charles Ost and Mary Skarpohl, he moved to the community from Minnesota Lake, MN, when he was in elementary school. He now lives on the north side of Buffalo Center.

Skarpohl-Ost has been involved in golf all four years of his high school career. He said some of his greatest memories are with Vic Garza, the golf coach. He said he enjoys golf because it doesn’t conflict with hunting

by Christian Lawson Trace Locke has already gotten a taste of the working life. He works at a farm owned by the Ennen family.

“I really like working there because there are a lot of good people there and I have a really nice boss. And I just like farming, anything from driving the tractor to picking rocks,” he said.

Locke, son of Mary Anne and Troy Locke, plans to attend Buena Vista University in Storm Lake for a degree in accounting and business. He said he is ready to take the next step in furthering his education.

“It couldn’t come soon enough,” Locke said. He said he fondly remembers cheering on the Bison.

“My favorite memory inside of school would have to be the year that our basketball team went too state with a near-perfect record. It’s my favorite because I like basketball and I was really proud of the team,” Locke said. Locke also enjoys hunting, fishing, and trap shooting.

This year Locke is only involved in the FFA program. His freshman year he was in track and trap shooting as well. His freshman year he did well at the state trap shoot.

“My favorite memory outside of

Colton Skarpohl-Ost seasons. Skarphol-Ost’s favorite class is building trades with Mr. Robert Riedinger.

“He has a lot to offer for NI program,” Skarpohl-Ost said. The senior said he plans on going to a two year college to study criminal justice/police science, then possibly transfer to a four-year college to study wildlife and fisheries.

“I’m excited to see what life has in store for me,” he said.

Members of the girls bowling team regroup before game two against Charles City on Jan. 23. Clockwise, starting at the top: Jenna Berschman, Chelsey Roth, Jordan Ostrander, Katie Stelter, Allison Almelien, and Sydney Giesking. Charles City won, but the Bison are looking forward to another home meet, Friday, Feb. 6, vs. Columbus at Buffalo Lanes. Freshman Jordan Ostrander has been enjoying the season. “You actually meet new people at the meets, and it’s fun to interact with them and cheer them on,” she said.

by the Journalistic Writing Class: Andy Evans, Chris Lawson, Trace Locke, Taylor Ostermann, Chelsey Roth, Colton Skarpohl-Ost, and Kayla Stelter, with adviser Kelly Ruth Winter The NI Art Department raised $2,382 through a silent art auction during the basketball games at NI on January 16.

The auction, held in the gym lobby, was put on by community members, staff, and students to raise money to purchase a new electric potter’s wheel.

The auction raised even more money than expected, according to NI art teacher Steve Bergeson. NI Principal Keri Bergeson said that a new potter’s wheel can cost $1,500-$2,500. With some funds already allocated to the project, Steve Bergeson said that the auction will cover the cost of the new wheel, with additional money for other art supplies.

Many parents came to check out the talent of the artists, which included both NI students and professional artists.

Makeila Shortenhaus, a senior, donated four pieces: one portrait drawing, two watercolors, and one oil painting.

“My favorite would have to be the portrait drawing of Daisy Buchanan because she is from my favorite movie, ‘The Great Gatsby,’” she said. Overall, her pieces raised about $155.00. The most expensive student art, an original oil painting by Cassidy Sachs, sold for $80. Junior Tess Trappe donated a drawing featuring a wolf and a dreamcatcher.

“I thought it was cool and I like wolves,” said Trappe. She said she was happy to donate and wanted to help out in any way that she could. Sophomore Austin Haisman donated two pieces of art.

“I drew a 1960 John Deere 530,” said Haisman. “I spent most of the three weeks I had finishing up the sketch.”

Haisman said he would have liked to have a few more days to work on the art for the show and Junior Cam Hepperly agreed.

Hepperly donated three paintings, including the auction’s largest piece, a wall-size painting inspired by the movie “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”

“It was a good experience to be a part

Taylen Hinders squares up for a shot in the Bison’s 47-39 win over Newman on Jan. 26. The sophomore finished with 17 points. “I was sick. I had a bad ankle,” Hinders said. “I didn’t even know until the end of the game that I had that many points.”

Sophomore Nick Price made copper roses for the auction. He said he traced each rose, cut it from the copper, then soldered each rose stem, aged the copper, and folded the rose. “I can do one in an hour if that’s the only thing I’ll be doing,” Price said. This bouquet, arranged in a small glass vase, sold for $50. of,” Hepperly said.

The idea for the art auction began with NI parent and school board member Renae Sachs. She said subbing in the art department made her aware of the need for additional supplies and the students’ talent. Principal Bergeson said Sachs, NI parent Martha Shortenhaus, and NI parent and teacher Mary Geisking helped organize the event.

These organizers, along with Mr. Bergeson, helped to secure art from professional artists alumni Tim Wirth, former NI teacher Dean Swenson, Steve Bergeson, and Gonzalo Martin, a professional photographer in Mexico and the uncle of student Makeila Shortenhaus.

The Art Department also set out a donation box, which gave people who didn’t want to bid on art work an opportunity to donate to the Art Program, which received $280. Local artists’ donations of artwork also helped the program surpass its goal.

“Nearly all the paintings I make are shipped away and sold out of state, so this was a great opportunity to do something locally and have it benefit NIHS,” Tim Wirth said.

Even with only a few weeks for students to prepare art, Sachs said she still got tons of positive feedback. She said that this could be a great annual event for the NI Art Department. Many students agreed.

“I think it was neat how the community could see what the high schoolers could do,” Makeila Shortenhaus said. Though all went well, Steve Bergeson said there are some things that could change in a future auction, such as allowing students a little more time to complete their artwork.

Still, with approximately 50 student artists and 100 works of art, buyers found no shortage of art to purchase. NI teacher Jon Potter bought the painting donated by Wirth. He said he and his wife had been wanting to purchase from Wirth for a while, and the $350 auction price was a good deal for the painting, which retails at $595.

“It is already hanging over the fireplace,” Potter said.

LOCAL NEWS

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Buffalo Center (Iowa) Tribune

Lake Catherine Cabin available year-round The Winnebago County Conservation Board would like to remind people about the availability of their Lake Catherine Cabin at Thorpe Park. The cabin is a wonderful way for people to get away for a few days, either to enjoy the peace and quiet of winter and spring, or the many fun activities of summer and fall. For anyone that would like to enjoy the outdoors in relative comfort, the Lake Catherine Cabin provides the perfect opportunity to do just that.

The cabin is open all year and provides many of the comforts of home, including heat and air conditioning;

a kitchen area complete with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and toaster, as well as cooking and eating utensils; and a modern bathroom with a shower. Renters can also enjoy a spacious deck, a grill, and a ďŹ re ring, along with picnic tables. Just below the cabin, a dock provides handy access to Lake Catherine. People staying at the cabin routinely see deer, turkeys, ducks, geese, and other species of wildlife.

Bird feeders placed outside the cabin draw in local songbirds, as well.

Off-season rates are now in effect at the Lake Catherine Cabin and will be

through March. Off-season rates are $25/night during the week and $40/ night on Friday and Saturday nights.

From April through October, the cabin rents for $50/night during the week and $65/night on weekends. A refundable $100 damage deposit is also required.

For more information about the Lake Catherine Cabin, contact the Winnebago County Conservation Board at 641-565-3390. People can also visit the WCCB web site at www.winnebagoccb.com to see what dates the cabin is available or to download an informational brochure or a reservation form.

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Jody Sachs of Farmers Trust and Savings Bank accepts a check of $300 from the Eagle Pool Tournament for the Giving Tree of Lakota and Buffalo Center. This year’s pool tournament is coming up on Saturday, Mar. 7.

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She says she really likes all of the after school activities at North Iowa, and she loves being able to take the classes she wants to take this year, such as Anatomy.

Outside of school, Ashley likes to read, go to after school activities like games, and hang out with friends.

She plans to attend college after high school, but she’s currently undecided on her future career.

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Sophomore Austin Haisman says NIHS is a great small school with a great number opportunities for students. “North Iowa has a wide variety of classes to take, and the school is great with accommodating classes that will fit you best and set you up for academic success in the future,� said Austin.

He has various hobbies that keep him busy outside of school, including hunting, fishing and snowmobiling.

Austin is uncertain about his future plans, but he’s interested in attending the University of Iowa for medical practices.

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LAND TRANSFERS Stephen Sheehan and Tamara Sheehan to Tama Properties LLC, lots 9 and 10, block 32, Thompson.

Stephen Sheehan and Tamara Sheehan to Tama Properties LLC, a tract of land in section 2, Linden Township.

Larry Eden and Vicki Eden to Larry Eden and Vicki Eden, a tract of land in sections 13 and 24, Norway Township.

Larry Eden and Vicki Eden to Larry Eden and Vicki Eden, a tract of land in section 2, Center Township and section 26, Logan Township.

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Senior Dakota Brass is involved in FFA, musical, fall play, bowling, choir and band at North Iowa.

He says the teachers are the best thing about attending NIHS. “I love that there is always a friendly face on your teacher, and they aren’t afraid to take you under their wings and give you help when you need it,� he said.

Dakota spends some of his free time at the Thompson Fire Station, where he is a volunteer firefighter. He also likes to spend time with friends, read and play video games.

He plans to attend Waldorf College following high school, to study education or criminal justice administration. He would like to become either a teacher or a game warden for the DNR.

Students are selected for Student of the Month based on the criteria of positive attitude, good attendance, strong work ethic, respectfulness toward others and overall positive character.

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Freshman Lexie Arnevik has gotten involved in volleyball, basketball, track, fall play, yearbook, choir, band, FCCLA and spring musical.

She says she likes the opportunities to be in sports and school and to interact with so many different students. She also likes the support from teachers and teammates who encourage you to do better.

In her free time, she likes to hang out with friends and family, play sports, and play card games with her sister.

She plans to attend college after high school, and she has not yet decided on a major.

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