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Sigourney High School 60s Reunion
Sigourney H.S. 60s Reunion is set for Oct. 10 at the Expo starting at 1 p.m. Call 641-622-2980 or 641-660-4920 for more information.
Arts & Crafts Vendors Fair
An Arts & Crafts Vendors Fair is set for Oct. 10 from 9 at the H&R Block office, 109 E, Marion St. Ste. B, Sigourney.
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2015 NUMBER 40, 155TH YEAR
Hedrick debates animal shelter
By Michael Hohenbrink News Editor The City of Hedrick will continue to see the presence of a shelter for animals while council looks at how to address resident concerns over noise and animals potentially getting loose. “I’m not against the idea of it,” said Council Member Jeremy Greiner. “I’m against the location of it.” Meeting Monday, council heard concerns from residents about the shelter. Aimee Crow opted not to speak about the operation on what she said were instructions from her lawyer. “I’ve been instructed not to speak at all,” said Crow. Residents of the city voiced concern over the operation. “It’s a good thing she’s doing,” said Daryl Dehne. “It’s just the wrong location.” One issue raised was zoning, particularly with regard to whether the shelter constitutes a “business” in terms of zoning requirements. Council Member Kathryn Cernic expressed concern over
liability for the city. “You are opening the city to a liability suit big time,” said Cernic. Cernic voiced concern over targeting a single individual with an ordinance. Council took no action Monday. In a separate matter, council heard about a dog getting loose in the area of the corner of 5th and Young. “We had a dog incident Saturday,” said Mayor Robert Crawford. With the incident, Crawford argued that the situation needed to be addressed. “I consider it a vicious dog, and it needs to be taken out of town,” said Crawford. After the meeting, the mayor noted previous correspondence sent to the animal’s owner. Regarding the issues of both the animal shelter and the separate dog incident, Crawford expressed interest in holding a special session of city council before next month’s meeting to take care of both issues sooner than the normal meeting schedule would allow.
Peyton Crawford and Madaline Berg were crowned during Boom Night at the Sigourney Junior/Senior High Gym as the 2015 Homecoming Queen and King. The little King and Queen are Kayla Renner and Solon Yates. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink
KCHC auxiliary book and gift fair
The hospital auxiliary will host a book and gift fair Thursday, Oct. 15, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., KCHC lobby.
Sigourney Ghost Walk
Saturday, Oct. 17, Sigourney Square, 8 p.m., Sigourney High School Drama students reenact true accounts of Sigourney’s eerie past. For tickets, call the SADC Office at 641-622-2288 or 641-541-0315. Tickets also available at the courthouse prior to the walk.
Sen. Loebsack hours
A representative from Sen. Dave Loebsack’s office will hold office hours Thursday, Oct. 22 in Sigourney at the Keokuk County Courthouse in the first floor boardroom, from 10 to 11 a.m.
Hospital auxiliary vendor fair
The hospital auxiliary will host a vendor fair Nov. 12, hospital lobby, noon to 6 p.m.
Manor House Happenings
Fill the Van Bingo Bash, 2 p.m. Oct. 14.
KeWash Trailhead 5K Glow Run/Walk
There is a 5K Glow Run/Walk scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. and the race starts at 6:30 p.m. Chili supper to follow.
Sigourney Public Library
Sigourney Public Library will hold “Toddler Time” every Monday morning from 11:30 a.m. to noon.
Manor House Sing-a-long
Sing-A-Long at Manor House Care Center in Sigourney is every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m.
Sigourney City Council
Sigourney’s City Council meets at City Hall every first and third Wednesday at 6 p.m.
SPL Board of Trustees
The Sigourney Public Library’s Board of Trustees meets the second Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at the SPL.
Keokuk County Public Health
Keokuk County Public Health Immunization Clinic is the third Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free clinic for individuals without insurance or underinsured. Blood pressure checks are also available on a walk-in basis.
Bingo at Sigourney Care Center
Bingo at Sigourney Care Center is Tuesdays at 2 p.m. More on page 2.
English Valleys 2015 Homecoming Court
English Valleys Jr./Sr. High School held their homecoming coronation ceremony in the gym on Oct. 1. Back row: (left to right) Connor Armstrong, Matalynn Dillon, Albert Wells, Taylor Gerard, Moustapha Kebe, Annie Axmear, Gabe Trimpe; Front row: Andrew Kerkove, Alexis Walden, Casey Blaylock (King), Mackenzie Russell (Queen), Princess/Prince. Photo by Hailey Brown
Presidential race comes to Sigourney By Michael Hohenbrink News Editor A visit by GOP presidential hopeful Gov. Bobby Jindal saw the contender hit hard at the GOP’s frontrunner, Donald Trump, as well as stressing points ranging from the governor’s budget experience to his pro-life views. Meanwhile, a second GOP hopeful is in the works to visit the area as Sen. Ted Cruz looks set to appear locally. Jindal’s stop at the Haines farm in rural Sigourney saw the candidate working to distinguish himself, particularly on his experience on the budgetary front. With experience on the state level as a governor, Jindal said he had actual experience in tackling the issue. Jindal also came out swinging at President Barack Obama, saying the president had done a number of things, which were problematic. “That’s a pretty long list,” said Jindal. Still, one issue stood out for Jindal. “You can undo taxes and regulations,” said Jindal. Rather, another issue was more central for Jindal. “They’re trying to redefine the very idea of America,” said Jindal. For Jindal, this plays out in the following way. “All of us think the American dream is to have the government take care of you,” said Jindal.
Daryl Wagner speaks with Gov. Bobby Jindal during a campaign stop in rural Sigourney at the Haines farm. At right, Mark Haines looks on while holding Evan. At front right is Eli Haines. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink Jindal contrasted this with his Parenthood, Jindal took a pro-life own family’s experience. stance and criticized the use of pub “My parents, they have lived the lic money to fund the group. Jindal American dream,” said Jindal. was critical of Republican leader Using his parents as an example, ship for not acting more decisively Jindal dove into the current debate on the issue. on immigration and noted his own “Giver Bernie Sanders credit,” said family had played by the rules, com- Jindal. “At least he’s willing to call ing to the United States legally. himself a socialist.” “They left behind their parents, GOP rival Jeb Bush and Donald their families, their friends,” said Trump drew remarks from Jindal. Jindal. “I want the same American “My daddy wasn’t president,” said dream for all of us.” Jindal. “I don’t have my own reality Noting the release of graphic vid- TV show.” eos featuring staff from Planned Jindal presented himself as a way
to combat America’s decline in a de- ney High School, was likewise imcisive way. pressed by Jindal. “The idea of America is slipping A particular issue for Woods was away in front of us,” said Jindal. Obamacare. “Shame on the fools in D.C. if they “I just don’t like it,” said Woods, let it go.” who at 18 will be able to vote in the After his prepared remarks, Jindal presidential election. took questions from the audience, In particular, the move by some in including students from Sigourney government to exempt themselves High School. from the requirements of the law For Jo Tremmel, a senior at the rankled Woods. school, an issue was Jindal’s position Jindal’s visit to the farm had farm in favor of “tak[ing] away freedom” co-owner Mike Haines’s interest. with his tough stance on abortion. “We’re excited to hear him talk,” “We don’t have the rights and free- he said. dom to hurt someone else,” said Jindal. Co-owner Mark Haines was also The rights of the weak also need to happy with the event. be protected, Jindal believes. “I thought it’s a good deal,” he said. Sigourney resident Ron Barnhart quizzed the governor on refugees and taking care of veterans. After the Town Hall session, Barnhart was impressed with the governor. Barnhart explained that he had been with the governor, but then had shifted away from Jindal. With the Sigourney event, Barnhart said he was back to supporting Jindal. Rep. Jarad Klein speaks with Gov. Bob Sydney Woods, a by Jindal prior to Jindal’s speech. Photo student at Sigour- by Michael Hohenbrink