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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Running the good race

In

this week’s Eagle

Jim Toillion, Jr. runs the New York City Marathon and learns something along the way

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Jim Toillion, Jr. wasn’t about to let a heart condition destroy his dreams of running another New York City Marathon. So, at the age of 73, with careful supervision of his doctor, Jim worked out a running plan that would allow him to compete in the 2015 Marathon on November 1. What was even better than getting to run the race, though, was raising money for kids while doing something he loved, and the inspiring people he met along the way.

Back in his “younger years,” Jim admitted the race use to be about what place he finished in.

But something happened in this year’s New York City Marathon.

He was focused on being part of Team for Kids, an organization founded in 2002 in New York as a way to help get kids more physically active. Funds raised by Team for Kids runners in the Marathon have helped support nutrition programs, activities, sporting programs, character building, and so much more. It has been so successful, that this program now serves more than 200,000 children in more than 800 schools and communities across the nation. His goal became about these kids instead of himself, and he would have to face that reality early on in the race.

Jim had promised his heart doctor he wouldn’t let his heart rate get above 150 beats per minute, but the first 1.5 miles of the race was uphill. That forced Jim to walk in the marathon sooner than he had hoped.

“It was hard for me because I am a competitor, but I want to live, too,” said Jim. His thoughts took him back to a race he had run in Des Moines a few years ago, and it was a tough one. He just kept telling himself, “God, if you pick my feet up, I’ll put them back down.” He asked God for the same help in this Marathon.

He was doing good until about 12 miles into the race, and that’s when it really hit him. He started not feeling so well.

“I was feeling really down... and that’s when I saw a lady holding a sign that said ‘Free Hugs.” So I went up and hugged her,” Jim said.

She told him he was the first runner to take her up on her offer in three hours. That’s when Jim said he began thinking about Pope Francis’ recent visit to America and how he was the people’s Pope. He didn’t want to be shielded, but rather touch and speak with the people.

That’s when Jim realized, it’s not about in what place he finished, but how he ran the race.

There were some three million spectators at the Marathon. there

was music and dancing, and Jim decided he was going to take it all in. He was running for the children (Team for Kids) so why not enjoy life like a kid? He nicknamed himself “The Protestant Pope” and started giving hugs and high fives to everyone that was willing.

“I even got to teach a couple of high school girls (along the route) how to Jitter Bug,” Jim chuckled.

In fact, there were several others who wanted to learn the dance, but Jim knew he had to get back to the Marathon if he wanted to finish at all.

“It was so much fun,” said Jim. “I really just took in the whole scene for the rest of the race. All of my bad thoughts just disappeared.”

As Jim took his time, enjoying his new Marathon race style, the sun went down. That’s when Jim realized that the cooler weather would allow him to pick up his pace a little bit. He would run for 40 seconds, then walk for 40 seconds.

That was good enough to get him across the finish line. It may not have been in the amount of time he had hoped for, but he realized he had won something far more precious than finishing amongst the top of the 50,000 runners. He had just finished the most fun marathon he had ever run.

--------------------------------------Good race cont. on Page 14

You’ll find More than 200 Faces inside this week’s Eagle

Mary Poppins Page 2 Catching up with City Hall Page 3 Council approves development agreement with Gold-Eagle Co-op Page 4 School Board Page 4 Community Thanksgiving Feast Details Page 5 Supervisors Page 8 Jim Toillion, Jr. was a proud to be a part of raising money for “Team for Kids” at the New York Marathon. Toillion raised the required $2,500, with the help of friends, family, and supporters, in order to guarantee his spot in the race as well as the continuation of an amazing kids’ program that has served more than 200,000 children in 800 schools and communities across the nation.

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Veterans Day Program held at Robert Blue Middle School November 11, 2015

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Robert Blue Middle School hosted a large crowd, (including 68 Veterans who registered for themselves, or a family member who registered in memory of a loved one) for their Veterans Day Program held Wednesday, Nov. 11. A reception

before the program at 1:30 p.m. allowed them the opportunity to visit with fellow Veterans, as well as enjoy some time to look at the “Remembering Our Fallen” display, as well as Veterans Day Posters created by RBMS students.

New this year, each of the Veterans were introduced one-by-

one as they entered the auditorium.

Each service man and woman seemed especially touched by the personal recognition. Just a couple of the many in attendance are pictured below.

As the RBMS Band, under the direction of Luke Snyder, played the Star Spangled Banner, the Veterans

who were able stood and saluted.

“It’s our honor to host you...from the bottom of my heart, I want to say thank you to each of you,” RBMS Principal Scott Jeske said in his opening remarks.

The program also included a couple of videos, a White Table Ceremony to honor the POWs and

MIAs, and essays written and read by students.

The middle school and Jeske also took the time during the ceremony to recognize local law enforcement and the sacrifices they make. Look for more on this and other highlights of the Veterans Day Program inside this week’s Eagle.

PALS Night Page 8 How far can a quarter go?

Quarter Up Auction details Page 14 EGFD Donation Page 14 More from Veterans Day Pages 15 & 18 RBMS Team Sports Page 16

Briefly Eagle Grove Craft Show Saturday, Nov. 21 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

RBMS Multi-Purpose Room Holiday Craft Fair Luncheon Saturday, Nov. 21 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

First Baptist Church More details inside

Richard Kerch - WWII Army

Don Knudsen - WWII Navy

Sterling Anderson - WWII - Army

Dick Sadler - Peace time - Army

Marvin Dooley - WWII/Korean Conflict - Navy

Christmas Boutique Thursday, Nov. 19 Noon - 6 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 20 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

V.F.W. Golden Stars Drill Team Quarter Up Auction Saturday, Nov. 21 6 p.m. Social Hour 7 p.m. Auction Memorial Hall Family Reading Night Monday, Nov. 23 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Eagle Grove Elementary Community Thanksgiving Meal Thursday, Nov. 26 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Memorial Hall Iowa All State Band Performance Broadcast Thursday, Nov. 26 7 p.m.

IPTV Shop Local for Black Friday Friday, Nov. 27 Eagle Grove businesses

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Eagle Grove Eagle

“Mary Poppins”

Presented by the Eagle Grove High School Music Department with a special appearance by The Golden Stars Drill Team Saturday, Nov. 14 & Sunday, Nov. 15 Photos by Kim Demory

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Eagle Grove Eagle

Getting to know the responsibilities of City Hall City Administrator Overview: Work involves performance of supervisory duties over all City departments except the police.

Participate in the preparation and maintenance of fiscal records and their review and control, financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.

Said person is also responsible for activities assigned by the City Council. Work is performed independently with wide latitude in implementing policies and procedures. Work is reviewed with the Mayor and City Council.

Said person also plans, directs reviews and participates in various department activities and projects; represents the City at various meetings and conferences, hires and terminates employees, maintains employee files, supervises activities of the City Offices, assists in special

projects, like, but not limited to: revision of City Code and Zoning Ordinance; prep of Capital improvement plans; prep of employee personnel policies, job descriptions, and appraisal format.

They recommend policies, procedures, resolutions, and ordinances for City Council consideration; serves as a consultant for state or federally financed programs, carrying out community information programs, assembling data on housing needs, etc.

Finance Officer Overview: This person shall be responsible for administrative, bookkeeping, and accounting work in carrying out financial procedures. Said person maintains City financial account system; verifying that transactions are properly supported and in accordance with established

laws, regulations, and policies; maintains complete sets of accounts including subsidiary, general ledger, budgeting and control accounts; makes appropriate entries and prepares necessary reports relating to account status; and prepares various state reports. Pays bill, issue checks, transfers funds, operates bookkeeping equipment, and orders supplies for the City Office. Issues licenses and permits; maintains records on grants and projects; attends service counter.

Deputy Clerk Overview: Work involves financial record keeping requiring the exercise of judgement within general guidelines.

It includes the maintenance of a centralized bookkeeping system recording financial transactions as well as collecting and recording funds received. Duties include

performing accounting principles and practices. Work is performed independently within established policies and procedures and is reviewed by the City Administrator through reports, internal controls and observations of work effectiveness.

Said person also plans and performs billing for municipal utilities; maintains record of revenue and consumption; and prepares individual bills for each customer. They prepare reports, operate computerized equipment to maintain financial records and ledgers, compile past-due accounts, as well as sends out past-due notices and penalties. Said position also assists the financial officer in paying all bills from appropriate funds, issues warrants, transfers funds and more.

Duties of Elected Officials Mayor The Mayor is elected for a term of two years. Act as the chief executive officer of the City and presiding officer of the Council, supervise all departments of the City, except for supervisory duties delegated to the City Administrator, give direction to department heads concerning the functions of the departments, and have the power to examine all functions of the municipal departments, their records and to call for special reports from department heads at any time. They shall also have Proclamation of Emergency, call special meetings, sign, veto, or take no action on an ordinance, amendment, or resolution passed by the Council, make such oral or written reports to the Council as required, enter into negotiations, sign contracts, licenses, and permits on behalf of the City, issue written order for removal, at public expense, any nuisance, make appropriate provision that duties of any absentee officer be carried on during such absence. They shall also appoint the Mayor Pro Tem, and the Mayor also appoints, with Council approval, the following officials: 1. Police Chief 2. Water Utility Board of Trustees 3. Library Board of Trustees 4. Parks and Rec Board 5. Museum Board of Trustees

6. Memorial Hall Board of Trustees 7. Zoning Board of Adjustment Mayor Pro Tem Except for the limitations otherwise provided herein, the Mayor Pro Tem shall perform the duties of the Mayor in cases of absence or inability of the Mayor to perform such duties. In the exercise of the duties of the office the Mayor Pro Tem shall not have power to appoint, employ, or discharge from employment officers or employees that the Mayor has the power to appoint, employ, or discharge without the approval of the Council.

City Council The Council consists of two Council Members elected at large and one Council Member from each of four wards as established by the Code of Ordinances, elected for overlapping terms of four years.

The Council shall apportion and appropriate all funds, and audit and allow all bills, accounts, payrolls and claims, and order payment thereof. It shall make all assessments for the cost of street improvements, sidewalks, sewers and other work, improvement, or repairs which may be specially assessed. The Council shall make all orders for the construction of any improvements, bridges, or buildings. The Council shall make

or authorize the making of all contracts.

The Council shall exercise a power only by the passage of a motion, a resolution, an amendment, or an ordinance in the following manner: (Code of Iowa, Sec. 364.3[1]) 1. Action by Council.

Passage of an ordinance, amendment, or resolution requires a majority vote of all of the members of the Council. Passage of a motion requires a majority vote of a quorum of the Council. A resolution must be passed to spend public funds in excess of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00) on a public improvement project, or to accept public improvements and facilities upon their completion.

Each Council member’s vote on a measure must be recorded. A measure which fails to receive sufficient votes for passage shall be considered defeated.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.4) 2. Overriding Mayor’s Veto.

Within thirty (30) days after the Mayor’s veto, the Council may pass the measure again by a vote of not less than two-thirds of all of the members of the Council.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.6[2]) 3. Measures Become Effective. Measures passed by the Council become effective in one of the following ways: A. An ordinance or amendment signed by the Mayor becomes effective when the

ordinance or a summary of the ordinance is published, unless a subsequent effective date is provided within the ordinance or amendment.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.6[1a]) B. A resolution signed by the Mayor becomes effective immediately upon signing.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.6[1b]) C. A motion becomes effective immediately upon passage of the motion by the Council.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.6[1c]) D. If the Mayor vetoes an ordinance, amendment or resolution and the Council repasses the measure after the Mayor’s veto, a resolution becomes effective immediately upon repassage, and an ordinance or amendment becomes a law when the ordinance or a summary of the ordinance is published, unless a subsequent effective date is provided within the ordinance or amendment.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.6[2]) E. If the Mayor takes no action on an ordinance, amendment or resolution, a resolution becomes effective fourteen (14) days after the date of passage, and an ordinance or amendment becomes law when the ordinance or a summary of the ordinance is published, but not sooner than 14 days after the date of passage, unless a subsequent effective date is provided within the ordinance or amendment.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 380.6[3])

All above duties are a partial listing. For full details, ask for a copy at City Hall or from the Mayor.

EG Craft Show this Saturday Note location change to Robert Blue Middle School

By Kim Demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net

Shoppers are thinking about Christmas earlier and earlier each year, trying to make the season a little less hectic. If you’re one of those shoppers, then there’s good news Eagle Grove’s 56th Annual Craft Fair is this weekend.

On Saturday, Nov. 21, there will be a lot of vendors with a variety of items to sell inside the Robert Blue Middle School multi-purpose room.

The entrance will be the elementary SE door. You can shop between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. There’s sure to be gifts for everyone on your list ranging from clothing, to wood crafts, to painted items, and unique one-ofa-kind creations. There will also be plenty of goodies to eat...whether you take them home for yourself or buy them as a gift for someone else.

“We moved the event (to RBMS) for several reasons; first, we felt we would have more space at the middle school and a better flow so that guests wouldn’t miss any of our vendors,” said Chamber Director Lisa Knigge.

“We also felt that RBMS was more handicap accessible, and that there was more parking. Our hope was to make this show more enjoyable for the vendors and our guests. The staff at RBMS has been fantastic to work with.”

To put the finishing touches on your Christmas gift-buying list, be sure to check out the many wonderful retail stores in Eagle Grove as well.

Not only do they have some fabulous gifts, but they offer some great deals that day as well, not to mention the small town friendly atmosphere you won’t find at a chain store. Most likely, they probably even know the

person you’re shopping for so could offer some suggestions as well.

One more thing, while you’re at the craft show, don’t forget to pick up your Chamber stamp card. Fill in the blanks with markings from participating downtown stores, and you can enter to win Eagle Grove Chamber Bucks. Wouldn’t that be a big help to the holiday budget?!

Thursday, November 19, 2015

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Catching up with City Hall

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net The economy hasn’t made things easy on many people the last few years, and according to Eagle Grove City Administrator, Mike Boyd, that includes the City of Eagle Grove.

“We’re faced with a tougher economy...financially (the City) is in good shape for now...we had a $225,000 cushion from selling the Armory...but it’s just how far do you like your bank account to get before you are at too low of Mike Boyd a number?” Boyd City said. “If things Administrator happen, then you’re forced to make a decision you don’t want to have to make.”

He went on to say that restructuring positions like the parks superintendent and the recreation director into one job “Is an idea to try to save money.”

“The goal of the council is to look at things objectively and work together,” Boyd added. “We are working with a variety of different council people and try to do our best to make things work.”

Boyd said since Eagle Grove’s population has dropped to 3,500 people in the last few years, the tax base has also declined, which means there is less money to go around to fund projects and positions. Add in property roll-back taxes... “Less revenue to work with equals tough decisions the council has to make,” he said. “That means we have to raise taxes or cut services.”

One of the challenges the City faces every year, according to Boyd, is funding the police department.

“It always takes more than budgeted because of new technology that’s needed, car (upkeep and replacement), radios, etc.

We usually use half of the general fund budget...but the number one thing people want is to feel safe,” Boyd said.

Money for the general fund (generated by tax revenue) also supports the library, one-third of administration fees, the parks, and the pool.

“Unfortunately, there’s just not that much there to fund the cultural side,” Boyd said.

While one-third of administration fees are paid from the general fund, Boyd said the other two-thirds is paid for through the water and waste treatment plant, which has it’s own source of income and uses no general fund money for salaries or operation.

As another option for funding, Boyd said the City Council in the past has talked about using a utility tax on people’s MidAmerian Energy bills, but they had strong feedback from the community, so they backed off. “(That tax) would help fund things like a full-time parks and rec director and a full-time parks supervisor,” Boyd said. “A lot more cities, 100 in Iowa alone, are doing a utility tax because we’re all faced with shrinking revenue,” Boyd said.

After the first of the year, a new council will begin working on a new budget, and Boyd is “hopeful we can move forward and have a positive environment for work.”

“It’s harder to get things accomplished when we don’t have unity in the community,” he said.

“I’m hoping we can get things off to a positive start. We’ve got a lot of work to do,” said Boyd. “My goal is to try and leave the City as good as I can...and not put it at risk.”

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Public Record

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Civil Court Five Star Cooperative vs. Lon Tweeten. Case dismissed with prejudice on November 4.

District Courts The court handled one probation revocation.

Bradley Allen, 53, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on November 9 to Public Intoxication 3rd or Subsequent Offense. Allen was sentenced to two years in prison, fined $625 plus 35% surcharge, and $445.48 in costs.

Ian Stevenson, 33, Goldfield, pled guilty on November 6 to Eluding - Speed Over 25 Over Limit (Pled from Eluding - Injury, OWI, Drugs, or Participating in Felony) and OWI First Offense. Stevenson was sentenced to 180 days in jail (150 days suspended), placed on two years probation, fined $1,875 plus 35% surcharge ($625 suspended), and $5,180 in costs.

Aaron Hult, 18, Belmond, was found guilty on November 5 to Disorderly Conduct - Loud or Raucous Noise. Hult was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge and $60 in costs.

Luis Samol Salazar, 32, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on November 5 to Assault (Pled from Domestic Abuse Assault 1st Offense). Samol Salazar was sentenced to 30 days in jail (suspended), fined $100 plus 35% surcharge, and $75 in costs.

Damian Huffaker, 20, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on November 5 to Dog at Large. Huffaker was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge and $60 in costs.

Berhana Brown, 19, Blairsburg, pled guilty on November 10 to Interference With Official Acts. Brown was fined $250 plus 35% surcharge and $60 in costs.

Andrea Anderson, 36, Clarion, pled guilty on November 6 to No Valid Drivers License (pled from Driving While License Denied or Revoked. Anderson was fined $200 plus 35% surcharge and $1,085.75 in costs.

Courthouse News

Traffic Court Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Brenda Johnson, Eagle Grove; Stewart Zick, Sioux City; Brittany Musil, Kearney, NE; Francisco De Paz Lopez, Webster; Arlin Dirksen, Woden; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over): Elise Lowers, Saint Ansgar; Mitchell Naeve, Humboldt; Speeding 55 or under zone (16 thru 20 over): Daokta Vaughn, Webster City; Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): James Michels, Prole; Blake Harvey, Fort Dodge; Speeding: Christopher Grandon, Manly; Vernon Gifford, Kanawha; Excessive Speed 6 thru 10 over: Curtis Sporrer, Clarion; Reckless Driving: Andrea Anderson, Clarion; No Valid Drivers License: Tracy Matuz, Kanawha; Francisco De Paz Lopez, Webster; Yaneth Vanegas, Clarion; Salvador, Solis Zavala; Ames; Paola Cabrera, Clarion; Driving While License Under Suspension: Bernardo Sanchez, Hampton; Operation of Motor Vehicle With Expired License: Vicente Cortez, Humboldt; Operation Without Registration: Eddie Sauls, Des Moines; Michael Santelli, Clive; Financial Liability Coverage Violation: Julio Ravaric Pech, Clarion; Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device/Stop Sign/Yield Sign: Andrea Anderson, Clarion; Curtis Bowling, New Bloomfield; Failure to Yield on Left Turn: Mercedes Thus, Eagle Grove; Careless Driving: Max Weidemann, Clarion; Dark Window/Windshield: Andrew Eekhoff, Clarion; German Reyna-Alvarez, Eagle Grove; Open Container Driver Over 21: Juliana Buhr, Eagle Grove; Ricky Reiland, Eagle Grove; Property Transfer Warranty Deed: Emily Augustine to Kole Disney; Clar Tyrrell’s Addn Blk 6 Lot 1; $150,000; 15-2054.

Warranty Deed: Robert and Lisa

— Eagle Grove Police Department —

Zigrang to Ayla Stumpf; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 4 W 50’ of E 150’ of N 100’; $38,000; 152056.

Quit Claim Deed: Mary Muhlenbruch to Gaylen Muhlenbruch; 3292-23 SW Tract; 15-2060.

Warranty Deed: Ted Knight to Ted Knight Trustee and Ted Knight Trust; 16-92-26 SW Tract; 15-2062.

Quit Claim Deed: Patricia Malaise to Dora Willard, Gil Loux, and Terry Loux; EG First Railway Addn Blk 44 Lot 5; 15-2063.

Warranty Deed: Reuben and Casey Wenzel to Michael Robbins; Belm Second Addn Blk 9 Lot 6; $60,000; 15-2065.

Warranty Deedon: Van Gaulke to Vernon Gaulke; Belm Orig Addn Blk 12 Lot 3 W 42’ and 1/2 Alley Belm Orig Addn Blk 12 Lot 4 W 42’ and 1/2 Alley; $21,000; 15-2066.

Warranty Deed: North Iowa Planning Associates Inc to Jeffrey Brandt LLC; Clar Denison’s Addn Blk 1 Lot 5; $97,000; 15-2067.

Warranty Deed: Thelma Wagner Trustee and Thelma Wagner Revocable Trust to Vicki Wagner; 28-9126 SE Tract: $87,000; 15-2069.

Warranty Deedl: Dean and Kami Heideman to Randi and Allen Potter; Belm Railroad Addn Blk 12 Lot 4; $84,000; 15-2071.

Warranty Deed: Arthur Stockseth to Arthur Stockseth Life Estate, Raymond Stockseth, and Kathy Bonjour; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 28 Lot 6; 15-2078.

Quit Claim Deed: Arthur Stockseth to Raymond and Betty Stockseth; 20-93-24 NE 90’ X 96’ Steel Machine Shed; 15-2079.

Warranty Deed: Belmond Area Chamber of Commerce and Belmond Housing Council to Jose and Karla Alfaro; Belm Dumond Estates Lot 16; $8,000; 15-2080.

Quit Claim Deed: Bruce and Shirley Wigans to Bruce Wigans Revocable Trust; 21-93-26 SW E 1/2 35-93-26 NE S 1/2 28-93-26 NE 16-92-24 Tract in Youngs Sub Div Rerecorded To Correct Legal Description; 15-2083.

Quit Claim Deed: Bruce and Shirley Wigans to Shirley Wigans Revo-

cable Trust; 26-93-26 NE 21-93-26 SW E 1/2 35-93-26 NE S1/2 28-9326 NE 16-92-24 Tractin Youngs Sub Div Rerecorded To Correct Legal Description; 15-2084.

Warranty Deed: Merlin and Marilyn Zeigler to David Beenken; 4-9325 NE Tract Fulfillment of Contract; 15-2085.

Quit Claim Deed: Merlin and Marilyn Zeigler to David Beenken; 4-93-25 NE Parcel Letter B; 152086.

Warranty Deed: Nancy and Kurt Greenwood to Nancy and William Cramer; 22-90-24 SE; 15-2094.

Warranty Deed: William Cramer, Earl and May Cramer Revocable Trust to William Cramer; 22-90-24 SE; 15-2095.

Warranty Deed: Bank of America to Sandra Sheets; Gold Liberty Addn Bkl 10 Lot 2 1446673328496-1: $30,000; 15-2096.

Warranty Deed: Rutledge Heather to C&C Properties LLC: EG Hewett’s Third Addn Blk C Lot 11 N 2/3 EG Hewett’s Third Addn Blk C Lot 12 S 2/3; $37,500; 15-2099.

Warranty Deed: Julie Meyers to Ariel Castaneda; $55,000; 6-91-24 NW Tract in Outlot 14; 15-2103.

Warranty Deed: Pablo Duran Jr and Enedina Duran to Sierra and Yanette Duran; $65,000; Belm Bartholomew’s 2nd Addn Blk 2 Lot 7; 15-2106.

Warranty Deed: Mary Gangestad to Lora Gangestad; Gold Henry’s Addn Blk 2 Lot 6; $20,000; 152110.

Quit Claim Deed: Daniel Gabrielson to Lyndi Gabrielson; 15-92-24 NE Tract; 15-2119.

Warranty Deed: William and Ruth Cramer to William Cramer Trustee and William Cramer Revocable Trust; 22-90-24 SE; 15-2120.

Quit Claim Deed: Lyndi Gabrielson to Daniel Gabrielson; 10-92-24 SE Parcel Letter C; 15-2130.

Quit Claim Deed: Lyndi Gabrielson to Daniel Gabrielson; 10-92-24 SE Tract; 15-2131.

Quit Claim Deed: Lyndi Gabrielson to Daniel Gabrielson; 9-92-24 SE Lot 5 & N 1/2 Lot 6 Paulsons; 15-2132.

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Council approves development agreement with Gold-Eagle Co-op By les houser wrightcosports@gmail.com

Following a public hearing, at which there were no oral or written objections, the Eagle Grove City Council approved Resolution 201532 for a development agreement between the City and Gold-Eagle Cooperative. This will authorize annual appropriation tax increment payments and pledging certain tax increment revenues to the payment of the agreement.

Lynn Seaba was present to review the agreement for GoldEagle, and said that there was some concern about the extra traffic on Tenth Street causing a need for some street repair/improvements at some

point. There was also a clarification needed on the sunset date, due to putting a new TIF district within an existing urban renewal area. Public Works Director Robert Lunda felt that they would just have to wait until spring to see if any issues occur with the street surface.

The Council also went into closed session to discuss their strategy with counsel in matters presently in litigation or where litigation is imminent. This refers to the properties at 823 South Commercial and 107 North Blaine.

They also approved building permits for Edward Higgins (garage) and Jim Meyer (sidewalk).

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Weekly Log

FRIDAY 11/6/15 6:36 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

SATURDAY 11/7/15 1:27 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

6:30 AM Responded to alarm at Gold Eagle Co-op. Just staff. Everything okay.

8:33 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

10:46 AM Attempted to serve papers at a residence in 300 block of South Kirkwood.

3:28 PM Attempted to serve papers at same address.

6:04 PM Picked up loose dod and took to Emerson’s.

6:27 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

6:35 PM Cited Erik Moreno for no valid drivers license.

10:11 PM Responded to call at residence at Northwest Third and North Lincoln.

Kids smelled natural gas coming from a vent. Called MidAmerican Energy to check it.

SUNDAY 11/8/15 1:01 AM Responded to alarm at Kum & Go. Clerk accidently hit button.

4:30 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

8:45 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

9:17 AM Issued warning for speeding.

2:28 PM Issued warning for speeding.

5:45 PM Cited Jalel Rosa for no valid drivers license.

7:33 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

8:05 PM Investigated a report of someone outside a house in 500 block of North Kirkwood. Could not find anyone.

9:22 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

MONDAY 11/9/15 1:59 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

6:13 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

10:10 AM Responded to a minor accident by Post Office. No injuries.

1:03 PM Responded to dog at large complaint. Referred her to Don Garrett.

2:17 PM Investigated a possible theft at residence in 900 block of North Iowa.

3:02 PM Conducted school patrol.

5:45 PM Served a warrant on Daniel Anthony. Hamilton County Sheriff picked him up at the county line.

6:21 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

TUESDAY 11/10/15 12:25 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

1:11 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

6:01 AM Patrolled Goldfield and ran radar.

7:52 AM Responded to complaint of two dogs at large in 600 block of Northwest Third.

3:30 PM Investigated accident on Broadway.

5:45 PM Responded to dog complaint on Emmett Avenue. Unable to locate.

8:12 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

WEDNESDAY 11/11/15 3:01 PM Conducted school patrol.

3:40 PM Checked on a warrant at residence on Northeast Eighth. Unable to locate.

7:02 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

7:12 PM Issued warning for speeding.

7:32 PM Issued warning for speeding.

8:31 PM Responded to a residence in 400 block of North Lincoln regarding harassment.

10:49 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

School Board hears figures on parent/ teacher conference attendance By les houser wrightcosports@gmail.com

The three building administrators reported to the Eagle Grove Board of Education on the recent parent/teacher conference attendance at their Monday, November 9 meeting.

Elementary Principal Joe Erickson stated that his building had over 90 percent attendance at the conferences. “I feel that was really good,” said Erickson. He also informed Board members that the recent Recycled Art Night was very successful, and he invited them all to the Thanksgiving Feast Night on November 20.

Robert Blue Middle School Principal Scott Jeske also felt the conferences went well for his staff, with an average of 93 percent attendance in that building. The range went from 91 percent in Sixth Grade up to 97 percent in Fifth Grade. He also talked about student recognition for the end of the first quarter, including the PBIS reward day which gave qualified students a trip to the Clarion Theatre to see a movie. During the award assembly, students received the BRAG Tags. “This is the first time we’ve done these,” said Jeske. “They look like dog tags, and are replacing our certificates.

It’s to honor those students who achieved academic and athletic accomplishments.” Teachers Amy Ascherl and Amanda Johnston made a presentation at the national PBIS conference in Chicago.

“They are the leaders of the PBIS initiatives, and I am very proud that they have been asked to speak two years in a row,” said Jeske.

He felt that the first quarter office referral numbers were excellent, with only eight major referrals. “There have been more minors this year, and we continue to look at ways to decrease those numbers too,” said Jeske. He was also invited to get involved in a couple projects through the AEA. The first is a ‘Legislative Day’, set for November 23, at RBMS. “I have invited, although they have yet to confirm they’re attending, our two local state representatives to spend an afternoon in our building to see what is actually happening in school these days,” said Jeske.

He will also be getting involved with the ‘Innovation Network’ project, which is set up to foster forward-thinking conversations between some innovative building and central office administrators in the region. “We will meet on eight separate occasions, via the internet, and talk about ways that schools can continue to promote learning in the 21st Century,” said Jeske.

High School Principal Jeff Siebersma was happy to inform the Board that the Marching Eagles were awarded second place in class 2A at Algona, and of the 20 bands that competed they had the 12th-highest score overall. He was also proud of Gage Behnkendorf, who has become the first EGHS student since 2004 to be accepted into the All-State Band. “Only 17 percent, out of the thousands of students throughout the state who audition, are accepted,” said Siebersma. He will be performing at Hilton Coliseum on November 21, and Siebersma said that anyone

is welcome to attend and that Gage would appreciate the hometown support. He reported that there was about 50 percent attendance at conferences, and that Colleen Bartlett also spoke on the Career Academy. He informed Board members of upcoming events, including the special ed students going to the Olympic bowling competition on November 21, the Jam the Gym Night with a chili feed by the Speech Team from 5-7 p.m. on November 21 and the Iowa Central Career Day for all high school students on November 23.

The Board approved the Affirmative Action Plan document for the district. It lists the coordinator, officers and investigators for the district, and includes section on legal basis and compliance requirements, legislative and administrative guidelines and the grievance procedure.

The Board heard an update from Superintendent Jess Toliver on the middle school parking lot.

“It needs sealing at least,” said Toliver. “It’s held up well since we did it last, but now I’m not sure what we’ll do before winter. I’m tempted just to tear it up and put down new asphalt, but the cost of that is pretty high. We may need to do it in stages.” The Board made no decision at this time.

In other action the Board: -approved the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC) application for increasing enrollment, open enrollment out and LEP Instruction beyond five years; -approved the SBRC request for the modified supplemental amount of $4,737 for asbestos removal at RBMS; -approved resignations from Alyssa Pedersen (teacher associate), Keren Smith (cheerleading sponsor) and Ben Baker (assistant boys basketball); -approved a contract for Bobbi Dennis as cheerleading sponsor; -approved open enrollment requests for three students into the district from Clarion-GoldfieldDows, one student out of the district to Humboldt and three students out of the district to Fort Dodge.

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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Thanksgiving sTEP planned Thanksgiving weekend (6 p.m.

Bert Aukland invites you to share in a free Community Thanksgiving Feast on Thursday, Nov. 26, at Memorial Hall in Eagle Grove, just like these people did last year. Photo by Kim Demory

You’re invited to a Community Thanksgiving Feast in Eagle Grove

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net This will be the sixth consecutive year that Bert Aukland, with the help of family and friends, has hosted a community Thanksgiving Feast in Eagle Grove. Every year it has been open to the public and served without charge in hopes of simply bringing people together to celebrate the holiday.

Aukland said that regardless of a person’s income or age, she hopes they will join them at this community event. It’s purpose is to have a place for people to go who might not otherwise be able to afford the full Thanksgiving meal, or who might be home alone, who might just not want to cook, or even those just looking for a place to get out and spend the day visiting with people they might not otherwise get to see too often.

Whatever your reason, it’s a good reason. Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for all we have - why not be grateful together.

While there is no charge for the dinner, Aukland has accepted freewill offerings in the past years, but all that money is put back into the account to buy food for next year’s feast. If you can’t afford it though, no problem. Remember, there is no charge. If you would like, Aukland said you could also bring one of your favorite salads to share at the feast, but again, this is not required.

The question is, have you and/ or your loved ones attended this free event yet? If not, why not? This year’s Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal will be held at Memorial Hall on Thanksgiving day, Thursday, Nov. 26, and they are hoping you will join them, come and go, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Take-out and delivery (for shutins only) are also available, free of charge.

Aukland stresses that this meal isn’t about being a free hand-out, it’s about offering a place to come together to enjoy a traditional meal of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and more all while in the company of others. It’s intended for the elderly who maybe don’t have any family coming home to celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s meant for the single parent who would rather enjoy the meal than cook it herself/ himself. It’s aimed at those who are new to town and would like to meet more people. If you live alone, now you don’t have to eat alone.

Aukland is especially hoping that families who are facing hard times will come with their children.

“We were just swamped last year... and we loved it,” said Aukland.

There will be one change this year in how the meal works from year’s past. When you enter Memorial Hall, Aukland asks that you take a (free) ticket from the person sitting at the table and give it to the servers in the line when you get your meal.

Eagle Grove Weather

Date Nov. 9 Nov. 10 Nov. 11 Nov. 12 Nov. 13 Nov. 14 Nov. 15 Total Precip. for Week:

High 61 61 57 48 46 61 59

Low 34 34 41 34 30 32 37

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This will help them keep an accurate count of how many they fed and give them a better grasp for preparations of next year’s meal.

Perhaps you’re already planning a meal at your house. That’s great, but that doesn’t mean you can’t join them at Memorial Hall for a slice of pie and a cup of coffee. Come out and visit with those who live in your community.

This whole event is made possible thanks to the many wonderful family and friends who volunteer to help Aukland prepare and serve the meal.

If you would like to donate your time, she never turns away an offer. Simply show up in the morning on Nov. 26… or you can stick around after and help clean up.

“I have great helpers,” Aukland said. “There are a bunch of nice people in this town and you don’t have to go very far to find them.”

“God willing, I’ll do it every year until I can’t,” Aukland concluded.

Reservations are not required, but if you would like to RSVP (so they can get a better idea of how much food is needed), or if you would like to schedule a delivery (one meal per person per household, please), call Aukland at 515-368-0766 or 515825-3322. Please leave a message if no one answers.

Wednesday, November 25—6 a.m. Monday, November 30) is the busiest travel time of the year for American motorists. Unfortunately, more motorists on the roads increase the likelihood of traffic crashes.

Wearing a seat belt is the single most effective way to prevent injury or death in a crash. The risk of a fatal injury goes down by 45 percent when seat-belted in a passenger car and 60 percent when in a light truck.

During the 2013 (the last year in which information is available) Thanksgiving weekend, there were 301 people, nationwide, who lost their lives on roadways (two in Iowa), in which a staggering 58 percent were not wearing seat belts.

Preliminary numbers indicate that there were three fatalities in Iowa during the same period in 2014.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 12,584 lives were saved by seat belts in 2013 and an additional 2,800 more could have been saved if everyone had worn seat belts.

Iowa has one of the highest seat belt compliance rates in the nation at 92.96 percent, but the unbuckled 7.04 percent represent 46 percent of the fatalities. The Iowa Department of Public Safety’s (DPS) Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau (GTSB) Chief Patrick Hoye stated, “This is really troubling, almost half of the passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes were not wearing their seat belts; we see way too many preventable fatalities in crashes.”

The Iowa DPS and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau reminds you that whether you are traveling near or far take a moment to simply buckle your seat belt.

Buckle Up America—Every Trip, Every Time!

EGHS band and Golden Stars “Go Wild” three years in a row

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net In November, 2013, the Eagle Grove High School Band and the Golden Stars Drill Team were both invited to do something they had never done before - perform at an Iowa Wild hockey game in Des Moines.

Last year, they were invited back for a repeat performance. It’s obvious Des Moines likes Eagle Grove talent becuase both groups have been invited back for the third year in a row. That’s quite an accomplishment

considering there are more than 250 drill teams in the state of Iowa, and well over 300 high school bands.

Both groups are honored to be performing again at Wells Fargo Arena on Friday, Nov. 20. Band Director Justin Schwake and Golden Stars Coach Ann Sampson are hoping you will join them in cheering the kids on for their performance.

If you would like to be a part of the Wild EGHS Night experience, call 515-564-8300 to reserve your tickets.

Share Christmas Application

Low income families who qualify for government assistance and people over the age of 65 who live on a limited income, are invited to apply for a box in the Christmas Program. To apply, please fill out and return this form to: The Service Center, 510 S. Jackson, Eagle Grove, IA 50533, by Friday, Dec 11, 2015.

Head of Household Name and Home Phone Number: Cell Phone Number: Number in Family:

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BIRTHS It’s a Boy!

Jordan Marker and Michael Weber of Clarion are proud to announce the birth of a son, Grayson Michael Weber, on October 7, 2015, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. He weighed 8 pounds 6 ounces.

Grandparents are Brian and Kay Marker of Clarion, and Joe Weber and Gina Weber, both of Eagle Grove.

It’s a Girl!

Jayda Henson of Humboldt and Kyle Odom of Clare, are proud to announce the birth of a daughter, Harlow Grace Odom, on October 8, 2015, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. She weighed 7 pounds 9 ounces. She joins Gianna, 2.

Grandparents are Mike and Michelle Lindemann of Humboldt, Dwaine and Dana Henson of Spencer, Teddy and Carla Lentsch of Fort Dodge, and Larry and Patti Odom of Clare.

It’s a Boy!

Adam Freybler and Rachelle (Woodley) Freybler of clarion are proud to announce the birth of a son, Ezra Garrett Freybler, on November 11, 2015, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. He weighed 8 pounds 9 ounces. He joins a brother Evan, three years old.

Grandparents are Gary and Sally Woodley of Clarion, and Kevin and Nancy Freybler of Webster City. Great-grandparents are Hester Derscheid of Ellston, Betty Freybler of La Crosse, Wis., and Ardith Kleppe of Mesa, Ariz.

Early Deadline Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the deadline for the Nov. 26 paper will be this Thursday at noon.

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

Standings: November 11, 2015

Team Standings: 1. AGP 2. ADS 3. First State Bank 4. Lawson Auto 5. EG Chiropractic 6. Good Life RV High Team Game: 1. AGP 2. EG Chiropractic 3. First State Bank High Team Series: 1. AGP 2. First State Bank 3. EG Chiropractic High Individual Game: 1. Crystale Larson 2. Kris Miller 3. Wyn Ann Tighe High Individual Series: 1. Kris Miller 2. Barb Schmauss 3. Dianne Messerly

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Golden Stars Quarter Up Auction EG Memorial Hall Saturday, Nov. 21

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160 Acres South of Clarion, Woolstock Twpn. Wright Co 115 tillable balance of farm stocked ponds & some timber w/ great hunting.

Contact Gene: 515-689-3714 • 515-448-3079 Eagle Grove, IA • www.ryersonauctionrealtyltd.com

(until appx. 9:30)

All items donated for auction will be sold for 25¢, 50¢, 75¢, or $1. Nothing will be sold over a DOLLAR! Items donated vary in value from $30 to $100+. SOME Contributors include: Ben Franklin, Christ, Sampson Accounting, Knutzons, Rails, Video Exchange, Eagle Bowl, Eagle Pharmacy, Eagle trenching, 2 Eagles Bakery, Reflections, Barb Jones, Hairs to You, Pizza Ranch, Eisentrager Law, Lisa Russell, Jacci Hindt, Eagle Grove Eagle, and many more!.

Only 160 Pre-sale tickets available!

Admit One - $10 (18 years and up) Includes refreshments, appetizers, dessert, auction paddle, and the opportunity to win the door prizes.

Vendors will also be there for your shopping enjoyment.

Some include: 31 bags, Scentsy, Essential Oils, Pampered Chef, Stella and Dots, It Works, Popparozzi, and Jamberry

Tickets sold by Drill Team members, at Eagle Grove Pharmacy, Reflections, and Sampson Accounting.

Proceeds to Golden Stars Drill Team.

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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Congregate Meals

Fri., Nov. 20: Crunchy baked fish, tartar sauce, sweet potatoes, creamed peas, orange/banana/pineapple, and tomato juice.

Mon., Nov. 23: Meatloaf, boiled potatoes, spinach au gratin, strawberries, and angel food cake.

Tues., Nov. 24: Creamed chicken over biscuit, Brussel sprouts, pineapple, and tomato juice.

Wed., Nov. 25: Liver and onions OR beef patty, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, oatmeal raisin bar, and orange juice.

Thurs., Nov. 26-Mon., Nov. 30: NO MEALS—THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY. NOTE: Please return plastic dishes if you have meals delivered.

If there is no school due to inclement weather, there will be NO meals.

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Church News Praise & Worship UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Eagle Grove Pastor Heather Dorr - 448-4701 DIAL-A-DEVOTION: 448-3355 http://www.eaglegroveumc.org SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Fellowship 4 p.m. Confirmation WEDNESDAY: 5 p.m. Bell Choir Practice 6 p.m. Chancel Choir Practice S.L.A.M. Meal 6:30 p.m. S.L.A.M. Youth Groups FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Covenant Prayer GOLDFIELD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 220 E. Oak St. Goldfield, Ph: 515-825-3581 goldpres@goldfieldaccess.net www.goldfieldupc.com “Like” us on Facebook THURSDAY: 9:15 a.m. TOPS #IA 1348, Goldfield (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) weigh-in and meeting, Fellowship Room. New members always welcome!

SATURDAY: 4:15-5 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Worship Service, Goldfield School Gym. 5-7 p.m. FREE Community Thanksgiving meal, Goldfield School multi-purpose room.

Both events hosted by Goldfield Ministerial Association and Goldfield churches.

SUNDAY: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Choir practice. Meet in the east basement.

10:30 a.m. Worship Service with Rev. Phil Somsen 11:30 a.m. Congregational meeting followed by Fellowship Coffee 1 p.m. Private family thanksgiving gettogether 5 p.m. Christmas Church decorating WEDNESDAY: 9:30-10 a.m. TOPS #IA 1348, Goldfield (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Weigh-In Only.

No Story-Time - Thanksgiving Vacation FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Steven Swanholm Eagle Grove, Ph: 448-4612 SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Sunday Night Fellowship MONDAY: 10 a.m. Bible Study WEDNESDAY: 6 p.m. Bible Study HOLMES BAPTIST CHURCH 2137 Hancock Ave. Holmes, Iowa Zach Fischer, Pastor SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Evening Service WEDNESDAY: 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Souled Out - Youth Group

7 p.m. Kids Club for ages 4 to 6th-grade EAGLE GROVE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (CONGREGATIONAL) Ph: 448-3584 Everyone is Welcome!

Building fully Accessible to the Disabled Pastor Jim Cunningham THURSDAY: 8:30 a.m. Christmas Coffee/Bake Sale/ Bazaaar at UCC 10:30 E Cluster NW Association Meeting at UCC 6 p.m. Alpha Delta Sorority SATURDAY: 5 p.m. New Hope Lutheran Church SUNDAY: FOOD PANTRY 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Fellowship MONDAY: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. WIC TUESDAY: 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Worship at United Church of Christ GOLDFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Lynn Gardner Goldfield, Ph: 515-825-3754 THURSDAY: 9-11:30 a.m. Pastor at Goldfield 11:30 a.m. Soup and Scripture 6-8 p.m. Support/Recovery Group at Crossroads SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 5:30-7 p.m. CHAOS MONDAY: 9 a.m.-Noon Pastor Lynn at Goldfield TUESDAY: 9 a.m.-Noon Pastor Lynn at Renwick WEDNESDAY: 9 a.m.-Noon Pastor Lynn at Renwick GRACE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Ph: 448-5414 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:45 a.m. www.graceefc.com SOUTH ENES LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Susan Stone 205 Johnson Street Vincent 515-293-2965 FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Gather Bible Study at the Family Table (3rd Friday of the month) SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Jerry Blake Eagle Grove, Ph: 515-532-3586 THURSDAY: 8 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove FRIDAY: 7:40 a.m. Rosary at St. John, Clarion 8 a.m. Mass at St. John, Clarion

SATURDAY: 4 p.m. Mass followed by Prayer Bible Study at St. Francis, Belmond 8 p.m. Mass in Spanish at St. John, Clarion SUNDAY: 8 a.m. Mass followed by Prayer Bible Study at St. John, Clarion 10:30 a.m. Mass followed by Prayer Bible Study at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove WEDNESDAY: YOUTH FAITH FORMATION CLASSES 6:30 p.m. Youth Faith Formation at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove THURSDAY: NO Mass at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 1:30 p.m. Altar Society at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove SAMUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor Eagle Grove, Ph: 448-5038 FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Contemporary Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School TUESDAY: 9:30 a.m. Newsletter Assembly at Holmes 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Service at UCC WEDNESDAY: 2:30 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living North 3 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living South 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Service at Holmes THURSDAY: OFFICES CLOSED THANKSGIVING HOLMES EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor - Holmes FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study at Samuel SUNDAY: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship TUESDAY: 9:30 a.m. Newsletter Assembly at Holmes 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Service at UCC WEDNESDAY: 2:30 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living North 3 p.m. Worship at Rotary Senior Living South 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Service at Holmes THURSDAY: OFFICES CLOSED THANKSGIVING NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Susan Stone 1115 SW 2nd Eagle Grove 515-603-6151 FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Gather Bible Study at the Family Table (3rd Friday of the month) SATURDAY: 5 p.m. Worship Service A Congregation of ELCA

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ULLENSVANG LUTHERAN CHURCH, N.A.L.C. Pastor Darryl Landsverk Thor SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH GOLDFIELD LCMC Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ Pastor Truman Larson SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School MT. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH—LC-MS EAGLE GROVE Pastor Mark Peterson Ph: 515-448-4668 SUNDAY: 8:30 a.m. Worship Service EAGLE GROVE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 615 SW 2nd Street Eagle Grove, Iowa Pastor Jason Cooper Phone: 515-448-3697 www.eaglegrovelutheran.com THURSDAY: 10 a.m. Pastors’ Prayer 1:30 p.m. ELCW Bible Study 6 p.m. Scout Pack Potluck SATURDAY: 9 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Rotary Senior Living North SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Fellowship Coffee 10 a.m. Pie Auction 10:20 a.m. Sunday School 11:30 a.m. Decorate Church 5:30 p.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. Youth Group MONDAY: 5:30 p.m. Webelos Cubs 5:30 p.m. Worship on Cable – CH12 6 p.m. Tiger & Wolves Cubs TUESDAY: 9 a.m. Small Group Bible Study at Family Table 5 p.m. Bear Cubs 7 p.m. Evangelism/Social Ministry WEDNESDAY: 9 a.m. Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Confirmation CROSSROADS Christian Youth Center Corner of Chestnut and Main, Goldfield 515-825-3383 FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 7 - 9 p.m. 8th-Grade and Under 7 – Midnight - 9-12th Grade and College EAGLE GROVE MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD PANTRY 510 S. Jackson Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 1 – 3 p.m.

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Obituaries We Remember Our Loved Ones

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Esther Mae Skadburg, 96, Eagle Grove

Esther Mae Skadburg, the daughter of Lars and Marie (Haugland) Moss, was born Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1918, in Norway Township, Wright County, Iowa.

She was baptized at St. John’s Lutheran Church near Kanawha.

Esther’s family later moved to a farm northwest of Eagle Grove. She was confirmed at Samuel Lutheran Church and graduated from Eagle Grove High School in 1937.

On February 14, 1940, Esther was united in marriage to Norris Skadburg at Samuel Lutheran Church. They farmed north of Holmes and later moved to a farm southeast of Eagle Grove. A few years later the couple moved to a farm north of Goldfield where they lived 27 years before purchasing the Ida Thompson farm north of Goldfield in 1958, and moving to it in 1973. They farmed together 62 years and eventually moved to Eagle Grove.

Esther was a member of Holmes Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school for several years, was

active in the Home circle and many other church activities. Esther was proud of her Norwegian heritage and was a member of the Sons of Norway. Cooking her Norwegian lefse, kringla, kumla and other goodies will be missed by her family and friends.

Esther passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2015, at Rotary Senior Living in Eagle Grove,

at the age of 96 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norris; a granddaughter, Brigetta Ann in infancy; son, Ron; five brothers, Palmer, Olaf, Martin, Orville, and Harold; and one sister, Mildred Edwards.

Survivors include three children: Elaine (Norm) Brasel of Minneapolis, Minn., Judy (Denny) Renkiewicz of Grand Marais, Minn., and Don Skadburg (Suzanne) of Clive; nine grandchildren; 22 greatgrandchildren; and one great greatgrandchild.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 18, at 10:30 a.m. at the Holmes Lutheran Church in Holmes with Pastor Richard Taylor officiating. Burial will be in Holmes Lutheran Cemetery, Holmes.

Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

Foust Funeral Home of Eagle Grove is in charge of arrangements.

Esther M. Skadburg

Marilyn J. (Johnson) Rapp, 68, Eagle Grove

Marilyn Joan (Johnson) Rapp, the daughter of Donald and Helen (Sibrel) Johnson, was born April 14, 1947 in Webster City, Iowa.

On June 15, 1965, Marilyn was united in marriage to Dennis Rapp in Renwick. They lived in Renwick, Clayton, New Mexico for 10 years, and in the Eagle Grove area.

Marilyn enjoyed being a homemaker, sewing, quilting and all sorts of crafting.

Marilyn passed away on Saturday,

November 14, 2015, at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa in Mason City at the age of 68 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dennis and halfsister, Carolyn Moss.

Survivors include her three children, Denise R. (Rapp) Wagner of Eagle Grove, Deborah P. Knowles and husband, John, of Eagle Grove, and Dennis D. Rapp of Eagle Grove; nine grandchildren; 11 greatgrandchildren; half-sister, Lisa

Padilla and husband, Joe, of Eagle Grove; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. at Foust Funeral Home in Eagle Grove.

Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

Foust Funeral Home of Eagle Grove is in charge of arrangements. www.foustfh.com

Ann A. Nichols, 79, Jefferson

Ann Armstrong Nichols, 79, of Jefferson, Iowa, died on November 15, 2015, at Mercy Medical Center - West Lakes in West Des Moines, Iowa, from liver cancer.

The daughter of Thomas Emmett and Evelyn (Peterson) Armstrong, she was born September 8, 1936, in Cresco, Iowa. She spent her childhood in Harmony, Minn.

She graduated Mankato State Teacher’s College and taught school in Winnebago, Minn., where she met her husband, David Milton Nichols.

They were married August 6, 1960, in Harmony.

Ann and David lived their married lives in Zumbrota, Rochester, Harmony, St. Paul, Owatonna, Brookings, So. Dak., Staunton, Va., Ft. Worth, Texas, Hospers, and Eagle Grove, Iowa, and after the death of her husband, Ann lived with her daughter, Linda, in Jefferson.

Ann was a loving wife and mother.

Although she gave up teaching to raise her family, she taught exercise classes with park and rec programs and athletic clubs in many places over the years. Her greatest joy was her family. She loved all

family gatherings and attending the events important to her children and grandchildren, from musical contests and concerts to sporting events and plays, or just spending time together. Over the years, she and David ran businesses together.

After David’s death on November 12, 2011, she moved to Jefferson and joined St Joseph’s Outreach Ministry and Friday Club.

Ann is survived by five children,

Ann Nichols

all living: Linda Nichols, Jefferson, and daughter, Catharine (Ian) Stayrook; Martha Nichols-Ketchum and husband, Charles Ketchum, Fayetteville, Ark., and son, Bradley Ketchum; Elizabeth Sindt and husband, Robert Sindt, Polk City, Iowa, and children: Anna, Laura, Philip, and Timothy; Daniel M. Nichols and wife, Lisa, Rio Vista, Texas, and children: Samantha, David, Richard, Alexandria, and Jessica; Philip D. Nichols and wife, Sandra, West Des Moines, and children: Danielle and Joshua.

She is also survived by her four siblings: Tom Armstrong of Lanesboro, Minn.; Kathryn Crafton of Huntington Beach, Calif.; Jon Armstrong of Maple Grove, Minn., and Carroll Armstrong of Harmony.

Her body was donated to Des Moines University Medical School.

There will be a reception and prayer service from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, November 22 at Prairie Blue, 114 North Wilson, Jefferson, Iowa.

Iles Funeral Homes, Dunn’s Chapel of Des Moines is in charge of arrangements.

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Rev. William E. Ballard, 77, Lacona

The Rev. William E. Ballard, 77, of Lacona, died November 12, 2015, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, November 20, at Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 21, at First United Methodist Church in Chariton, followed by a luncheon. Burial will be at Cochran Cemetery in Lacona.

Bill was born February 24, 1938, in Nevada, Iowa, the son of Claude and Hazel (Holland) Ballard. Bill’s Story County roots run deep. He was a great-great-grandson of Mormon Ballard, who with his brother was dispatched by the Dragoons from Fort Des Moines to settle Story County in 1844. Schools, businesses, a creek, and other natural features in the Huxley area still bear the family name.

Bill graduated from Collins High School in 1956 and enrolled at Simpson College, where he played basketball and baseball and was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity. He met Sue Ellen Goode at Simpson, and they were married in 1960. Bill began serving as a student pastor in the Methodist Church while a student at Simpson. He graduated from Simpson in 1960, then attended Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado, where he earned master’s degrees in divinity and religious education in 1964.

Bill was ordained a deacon in the Iowa Methodist Church in 1963 and a full elder in 1965. Over the course of his 49-year career in ministry, Bill served Methodist and United Methodist churches in Armel, Colorado, and many communities in Iowa including Lacona, Liberty Center, New Virginia Larger Parish, Council Bluffs (Broadway), Hamburg, Rock Valley, Doon, Dysart, Centerville and surrounding Appanoose County communities (Cincinnati, Exline, Jerome, Mystic, Numa, and Unionville), Nevada, Oskaloosa, Eagle Grove, and Bedford.

After retiring from ordained ministry in 2006, Bill became a hospice minister with Hospice of Central Iowa (later HCI Care Services), retiring for a second time in 2013. Bill and Sue Ellen retired to Lacona. Bill was elected Mayor of Lacona in 2009 and served in that office through his death.

Bill also served as Chaplain of the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy for more than 27 years, starting in 1988 and continuing through the date of his death. Bill taught courses in Moral Aspects of Use of Force and Death Notification, and he served as chaplain at every ILEA commencement from the 108th

Rev. William Ballard through the 163rd Basic Police Academy Classes.

Bill was active in numerous civic, community, and professional organizations throughout his professional life including Boy Scouts of America, Rotary International, Kiwanis, and LakeView Country Club in Chariton. He was Iowa’s representative to the Town and Country Ministry of the United Methodist Church’s North Central Jurisdiction for many years, and was a Master Mason and member of the Order of Eastern Star for nearly 50 years. In 2010, he served as Honorary Grand Marshal for Simpson College’s commencement.

Bill raised Simmental cattle

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with Sue Ellen’s family and was a member of the Iowa Cattleman’s Association and the Iowa Simmental Association (Christensen Elite Award recipient, 2015). He served as a judge for many 4-H county fairs over the years. A self-taught auctioneer, Bill helped carry on Goode Auction Service, founded by Sue Ellen’s grandfather in Lacona more than 100 years ago, and called numerous estate, equipment, and charity auctions over the years.

Bill enjoyed spending time with his family, gathering without fail for holidays and reunions, attending activities of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and vacationing at lakes in Minnesota and elsewhere.

Bill is survived by his wife, Sue Ellen of Lacona; three sons, Bill (Kim Walker) of Oskaloosa; Steve (Jennifer) of Iowa City; and John “Eddie” (Jodi) of Des Moines; six grandchildren, Marty and Lindsey of Oskaloosa; Jack, Ellie, and Maggie of Iowa City, and Georgia of Des Moines; and four greatgrandchildren, Maggie Hindley of Centerville, and Hunter, Bently, and Easton Holdsworth of Oskaloosa; a sister, Jane Kliebenstein of Shell Rock; sisters-in-law, Kristine Ballard of Mitchellville, Janice Goode of Lacona, and Linda Goode of Des Moines; a brother-in-law, Lisle Goode of Des Moines; and many nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, George Ballard; a sister-in-law, Diane Oak Goode; and brothers-in-law, Glen Kliebenstein and Robert Goode.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Lacona Fire and Rescue, the United Methodist Church of the donor’s choice, or Simpson College.

Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Chariton is in charge of arrangements.

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Public Notice/Around the Area

Thursday, November 19, 2015

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Eagle Grove Community School Board Minutes of Regular Meeting

EAGLE GROVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT EAGLE GROVE, IOWA 50533 MINUTES OF REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2015 CALL TO ORDER: The Eagle Grove Community School District Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, November 9, 2015, in the board meeting room at the Emerson Building with President Jon Rowen presiding. Members present were: Directors Crail, Halverson, Robinson, and Schope.

Others present: Superintendent Toliver; Secretary Sadler, Principals Erickson, Jeske and Siebersma, and Les Houser with the Eagle Grove Eagle.

COMMUNICATIONS AND CELEBRATIONS: Updates were given on various points of celebration along with past and upcoming activities and events going on in the district.

Parent-teacher conference attendance rates were shared.

APPROVE AGENDA: Motion by Director Schope, seconded by Director Crail, to approve the proposed agenda. The motion carried.

Ayes: Crail, Halverson, Rowen, Robinson, Schope. Nays: None.

APPROVE ROUTINE BUSINESS MATTERS AND CONSENT ITEMS: Motion

by Director Halverson, seconded by Director Schope, to approve the minutes of meeting on 10-12-15, the bill lists and financial statements for all district funds, resignations from Alyssa Pedersen as teacher Associate, from Keren Smith as cheerleading sponsor, and from Ben Baker as asst boys basketball coach, a contract with Bobbi Dennis to serve as cheerleading sponsor, and open enrollments requests for three students from CGD, one student to Humboldt, and three students to Fort Dodge.

The motion carried. Ayes: Crail, Halverson, Rowen, Robinson, Schope. Nays: None.

APPROVE SBRC REQUESTS: Motion

by Director Halverson, seconded by Director Robinson, to approve the requests to the School Budget Review Committee (SBRC) for Modified Supplemental Amounts for 20152016 for Increasing Enrollment of $19,692, for new Open Enrollment Out of $82,758 and LEP Instruction Beyond 5 Years of $28,882. The motion carried. Ayes: Crail, Halverson, Rowen, Robinson, Schope. Nays: None.

APPROVE SBRC REQUEST: Motion

by Director Schope, seconded by Director Halverson, to ask the School Budget Review Committee for a Modified Supplemental Amount for 2015-2016 of $4,737 for asbestos removal.

The motion carried. Ayes: Crail, Halverson, Rowen, Robinson, Schope. Nays: None.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN FOR 20152016: Motion by Director Halverson, seconded

by Director Crail, to approve the updates to the district’s Affirmative Action Plan for 2015-2016.

The motion carried. Ayes: Crail, Halverson, Rowen, Robinson, Schope. Nays: None.

INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS UPDATES BOARD MEMBER REPORTS – Director Crail will attend the Legislative Delegate Assembly at the IASB Convention on Wednesday, November 18, Reina Robinson will be attending Earlybird sessions on November 18, and the convention on the 19, and President Jon Rowen will also be attending the IASB Convention. Also reported

by Director Halverson was her attendance at an Emergency Preparedness Meeting, and Director Robinson reported on Sports Booster Club’s possible future projects.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT: Mr .Toliver reported on meetings he attended and reminded board members of County Wide board work session on November 10.

President Rowen declared the meeting adjourned upon a motion by Director Halverson, and a second by Director Schope.

GENERAL FUND BILLS FOR APPROVAL NOVEMBER 9, 2015 Airgas, supplies...................................... 135.52 Amazon, supplies................................ 3,202.74 Anderson, Gary, drain cleaning service.. 125.00 Arnold Motor Supply, repair parts........... 759.39 Ascherl, Amy, meeting exp reimb............. 72.89 Becker, Joan, speaker travel exp............. 80.00 Bomgaars, supplies................................ 517.59

Buseman, Michelle, supplies reimb.......... 31.09 Campbells, supplies............................... 236.05 Central Iowa Dist, cleaning supplies... 1,379.10 Clarion-Goldfield Comm Schools, open enrollment............................ 14,323.50 Culligan, supplies..................................... 10.00 Eagle Building Supply, supplies.............. 275.90 Eagle Grove City of, water & fingerprinting................................... 6,925.32 Eagle Grove Eagle, legals & ads . ......... 354.63 Eagle Grove Schools, wires..................... 50.00 Fareway, supplies................................... 460.51 Godfathers, mtg exp................................. 50.00 Goldfield Access Network, telephone service............................................. 2348.20 Gopher, supplies.................................... 319.49 Harvey, Sandy, expense reimb................. 43.68 Hawkeye West Pest Control, monthly service............................................... 115.00 Hiway Truck Equip, repairs..................... 492.81 Humboldt Comm Schools, open enrollment tuition.......................... 22,281.00 ICCC, tuition and books...................... 4,080.00 IJUMP, utilities........................................ 451.77 Iowa One Call, locating emails................. 10.80 ITEC, convention fees.......................... 1402.00 Jerrys Window Service, cleaning............. 30.00 Jeske, Scott, travel expense.................. 106.35 John Deere Financial, repairs................ 223.59 Johnston, Amanda, meeting exp reimb.. 482.17 Lindstrom, Mary, mileage reimb................. 0.42 Menards, supplies.................................. 119.97 MidAmerican, utilities.......................... 6,443.01 Northwest AEA, registration fees............ 140.00 O’Halloran, repairs................................. 616.08 O’Hern, Dan, reimb for mtg expense.......... 9.99 Pepper, supplies..................................... 117.99 Perfection Learning, supplies................. 433.24 Prairie Lakes AEA, media services & supplies.............................................. 375.03 Pro-Ed, supplies..................................... 244.09 Quality Inn, travel exp............................. 212.70 Quill, supplies......................................... 138.29 Rieman Music, supplies......................... 894.64 rSchool Today, activities scheduling renewal.............................................. 300.00 Scholastic, supplies................................ 542.30 School Bus Sales, repair parts............ 1,013.67 Science Center of Iowa, fld trip.............. 191.00 Spencer Steel, supplies............................ 97.30 Stephas, Beth, meeting exp reimb......... 224.00 Subway, supplies.................................... 192.00 T & D Service, vehicle repairs............. 1,294.58 Teaching Strategies, supplies.............. 3,068.54 Tesselink, Sarah, mtg expense................ 93.49 Trash Man, monthly service................... 770.00 Verizon, cell phones............................... 125.25 W & H, fuel.......................................... 4,330.11 Webster City Schools, open enrollment/ mtg exp......................................... 35,094.84 Wright County Health Dept, nursing services........................................ ___612.05

$119,070.67 PPEL BILLS FOR APPROVAL NOVEMBER 9, 2015 ICCC, match for Polycom System..... 18,987.50 Iowa Comm Network, data/internet service............................................ 2,596.32 Kolacia, building repairs...................... 9,977.50 Mail Finance, postage meter lease........ 402.06 Midwest Sprinkler, inspection................. 183.00 Oldson’s, repairs................................ 14,777.59 Ricoh, copier lease............................ _1,791.74

$48,715.71 NUTRITION FUND BILLS FOR OCTOBER, APPROVAL NOVEMBER 9, 2015 Coca-Cola Bottling, a la carte supplies.. 986.44 Eagle Grove CSD, Returned Check......... 18.00 Earthgrains Baking Companies, Bread Products............................... 1,630.69 Fareway Store, Supplies........................ 258.07 Fisher, Joe, Lunch Refund......................... 5.70 Gonzalez, Joel, Lunch Refund................... 6.75 Hansen, Frannie, Lunch Refund.............. 12.20 Hiland Dairy Foods Company, LLC, Milk Products.................................. 5,637.48 Keck, Inc., Commodities...................... 3,759.02 Martin Bros. Dist. Co., Supplies........ 27,184.72 $39,499.07 ACTIVITY FUND BILLS FOR OCTOBER, APPROVAL NOVEMBER 9, 2015 Abrams, Eric, FB Official.......................... 95.00 Agile Sports Technologies, Bball Video Editing...................................... 800.00 Appel, Taylor, FB Official.......................... 95.00

Ascherl, Amy, Reimb. Supplies................. 42.36 Ascherl, Luke, FB Official......................... 85.00 Beer, Brad, VB Official............................ 180.00 Ben Franklin Store, Supplies...................... 2.36 Bergman, Kyle, FB Official....................... 95.00 Bob Rogers Travel, Music Trip Deposit............................................ 4,000.00 Brittain, Chuck, Assigning Officials......... 375.00 Bsn Sports, Supplies.............................. 147.39 Buseman, Michelle, Reimb. Supplies....... 47.99 Butson, Abby, Reimb. Supplies................ 23.98 Charlson, Angela, Reimb. Supplies.......... 41.72 Cheer Zone, Supplies............................... 73.95 Clarion Movie Theatre, Reward Event.... 250.00 Clear Lake Comm. School, Xc Entry Fee.90.00 Coca-Cola Bottling, Supplies............... 2,380.25 Custom Ink, Supplies.......................... 1,022.68 Devilder, Sam, FB Official........................ 95.00 Double B, Supplies................................. 537.25 Eagle Building Supply, Supplies............... 36.99 Eagle Grove CSD, Cash for Activities.5,795.75 Elm, Kristin, Choreography Service......... 70.00 Embroidery By Design, Supplies............ 105.00 Fareway Store, Supplies........................ 282.17 FBLA/PBL, Inc., Fall Leadership Conference..................................... 1,500.00 FBLA-PBL, NLC., Membership Dues..... 270.00 Field, Eli, FB Official................................. 95.00 Floyd County Conservation, Rockford Field Trip.............................................. 30.25 Graphic Edge, Supplies.......................... 573.96 Gruetzmacher, Michael, FB Official.......... 95.00 Hanna, Lexi, Choreography................... 700.00 Hansen, Chris, FB Official........................ 75.00 Hanshaw, Betty, Musical Supplies............ 97.40 Haugland, Lindsay, Reimb. Supplies...... 275.59 Hewett Wholesale, Inc., Supplies........ 1,238.87 IATC, Registration Washburn Classic...... 90.00 IGHAU, Regional Volleyball................. 1,260.00 Iowa Association of Student Councils, State Conf. ........................................ 180.00 Iowa FBLA National Fall Conference.. 2,636.00 Iowa Scale Co., Service........................... 92.00 Iowa Sports Supply, Supplies................. 385.90 J & J Sports, Supplies............................ 294.00 Jam DJ Systems, Homecoming DJ........ 375.00 Jostens, Supplies................................ 1,102.52 Lacey, Brandt, FB Official......................... 95.00 Lacey, Bryan, FB Official.......................... 95.00 Martin Bros., Supplies............................ 208.55 McMahon, Dick, FB Official...................... 75.00 Miller, Brian, FB Official............................ 70.00 Morse, John, VB Official......................... 180.00 Mt Pit, Musical Supplies......................... 817.26 NHD, LLC., Concession Pizza............... 670.00 Parrott, Vicki, Reimb. Supplies................. 46.03 Party Productions, Supplies................... 167.34 Paukert, Marta, Reimb. Supplies.............. 15.88 Pepper, JW, Supplies................................. 6.94 Rainbow Racing System, Supplies........ 133.12 Ralston, Tim, FB Official........................... 95.00 Richardson, Reggie, FB Official............. 240.00 Richtsmeier, Glenna, Fundraiser............ 606.80 Ryan, Pat, FB Official............................... 95.00 Sampson, Ann, Reimb. Supplies.............. 59.41 Schild, Josh, Reimb. Supplies.................. 40.00 Scholastic Book Fairs, Book Fair........ 1,281.49 Sletten, Grant, FB Official......................... 70.00 Sowle, Andrew, FB Official....................... 75.00 Splash Graphics & Screen Printing, Supplies.......................................... 1,998.00 Sportsgraphics, Inc., Supplies.................. 60.00 Stiles, Supplies........................................... 8.00 Suntken, Dave, XC Starter..................... 125.00 Teeselink, Kyle, Reimb. Supplies........... 863.71 Thein, Trevor, FB Official.......................... 75.00 Tmi Services, Service............................. 290.00 Trophy Depot, Supplies.......................... 110.71 Tweeten, Karla, Reimb. Supplies............. 85.04 UEC-UNI, UNI Vocal Arts Festival............ 42.00 Vande Sande, Steve, FB Official.............. 70.00 Volunteer Collectibles, Supplies............. 436.23 Wagner, Brian, FB Official........................ 70.00 West Music, Supplies............................. 158.50 Wintermote, Rusty, FB Official.................. 95.00 World’s Finest Chocolate, Fundraiser. 6,090.00

$43,856.34 Reports and documents considered by the Board at this meeting are on file in the Board Secretary’s office, 448-4749, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m - 4 p.m.

Jon Rowen, Board President Teresa Sadler, Board Secretary Wk.47

Parents, get ready to learn with your elementary students PALS Night will teach reading strategies and what literacy learning looks like in the classroom

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Parents, grandparents, or adult friends of Eagle Grove Elementary students are invited to come to the school for a night of active learning with their favorite students on Monday, Nov. 23.

“PALS (Parents Actively Learning with Students) Night” will start out at 5:30 with a free walking taco and lemonade meal served in the cafeteria. At 6 p.m., students and their parents (guests) will be greeted in the RBMS auditorium by Eagle Grove Elementary School Principal Joe Erickson. There will also be a fun skit presented by the teachers.

“It’s a chance to let the parents know that our teachers are highly qualified reading teachers,” said Erickson. He also shared that in addition, the PALS Night gives parents an inside glance at a student’s day and learning opportunities, like

Daily 5.

“It’s not meant to make parents experts in teaching, but rather give them an idea (of how our teaching strategies) work and what they can do at home to help their students reach their full potentials,” Erickson said.

Parents will also interact with both their child and their teacher in their classroom. In addition to discussing Daily 5, the goal is to share developmental levels for parents to understand and how students grow from grade-to-grade. Parents will be introduced to language they can use at home with their students and given specific questions to ask. Parents will also be given the opportunity to ask any questions they might have of their teacher, be it about specific topics like math or reading, or more general inquiries.

Erickson would also like to spread the word that there will be several interpreters on-hand for those

who do not speak English as a first language. In addition, there will be free childcare available on site for kids ages two and above.

If you are the parent of an elementary student, please mark your calendar now to take part in your child’s learning at school. Take advantage of the chance to learn what your child’s literacy learning looks like in the classroom. Learn some grade-specific strategies that you can use at home to strengthen reading skills. But, most importantly, spend some quality time with your child investing in their education. A note should be coming home with your elementary child in order for you to tear off the bottom portion and return to the school to let them know if you are coming so they have an idea of how much food to prepare. Please take a few moments to give them a heads up you will be joining them for this fun event.

PALS goes from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at Eagle Grove Elementary.

GOLDFIELD CITY COUNCIL MINUTES GOLDFIELD CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 11, 2015 Mayor Tom Stevenson called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Council members present: Sorensen, Frakes, Sampson, and Soenen.

Absent: Reed. Also present: City Attorney, Robert Malloy; Barbara Jergenson, City Clerk; PW Director, Jon Morris; Fire Chief, Jeff Slaikeu; Chris Peterson, and Gabe Fiscus.

Motion made by Sampson, second Sorensen, to approve the October 12th minutes. Motion made by Frakes, second Sampson, to approve the November claims. All ayes. Motions carried.

CLAIMS Payroll.............................................. 10,897.00 City Contributions.............................. 1,651.60 Goldfield Post Office, Utilities & Office.. 153.30.

Century Link, non-emergency police line.43.93 The Trash Man, October......................... 77.00 Mid-America Publishing, publishing legals . ........................................... 122.66 Malloy Law Firm, legal fees ................. 616.88 AgSource Laboratories, testing.............. 98.50 Goldfield Telephone Co., telephone & fax.................................................... 191.19 Bomgaars, supplies.............................. 783.62 MidAmerican Energy, electric & gas.. 1,454.69 MidAmerican Energy, River Park elec.... 13.84 W & H Cooperative, gas & diesel......... 264.58 Prairie Energy Cooperative, RLF Loan.748.13 Hawkeye West, pest control................... 35.00 Access Systems, copier lease................ 93.06 Boone Valley Implement, Boomless TeeJet, Water Plant, gloves, maintainer/Amber strobes, spray paint for locates........................................ 384.15 I+S Group, Inc., Webster St. Sanitary Sewer Project Bidding Cost.......... 1,519.74 Preppy Farmer, ‘NO BRUSH’ Sign for River Park.......................................... 40.00 Nicholas Knowles, AgSource Ellsworth mileage............................... 47.04 Jon Morris, Oct. cell phone..................... 10.00 Nicholas Knowles, Oct cell phone.......... 10.00 Nick Christensen, Oct cell phone + ½ Sept................................................ 15.00 Best Deals for You, Laptop computer for Water Plant................................. 399.99 Barbara Jergenson, Oct. Mtg. exp........ 209.81 Holiday Inn Airport, IMFOA Conf........... 209.48 PSI, Office, Janitor, Water Plant............311.28 Brown Supply Co., Gallon Hydrant Oil.... 51.30 Fastenal, Water plant tool chest........... 218.05 Ben Franklin, supplies to send water sample........................................ 9.97 Ben Franklin, Water Plant—2 flash drives for reports........................................... 42.98 Arnold Motor Supply, LLP, Sander Trk, clearance lights........................... 32.33 Barco Municipal Products, 3 Stop signs.136.70 Terry’s Signs, GOLDFIELD FIRE STATION sign.................................. 791.99 Hanson & Sons, Maintainer front steer tire........................................... 707.00 L & L Service, Backhoe tire.................. 197.36 Wright Co. Communications, 2nd QTR Dispatch................................ 4,286.25 Rasmussen Lawn Care, Fall Broadleaf .275.00

Gold-Eagle Cooperative, Chemical to spray River Park............................... 184.38 Lund Construction, Inc., River Park West Canoe Access Repair.............. 775.60 Lund Construction, Inc., River Park West Canoe Access Ramp Repair.1,823.08 Banyon Data Systems, WINUB Meter Device Support................................. 295.00 Goldfield Cemetery, 1st half FY2015-16 payment...................... 2,200.00 Eagle Grove Library, 1st half FY2015-16 payment...................... 2,461.50 Central IA Distributing, Ice Melt, Force Non-Acid Drain Opener . ................. 492.25 Goldfield Cheese Mart, Commercial Club.................................................... 12.00 Nuisance properties discussed with Malloy sending letters.

Motion made by Sampson, second Sorensen, to purchase a Snow Plus Recap tire for the maintainer at a cost of $1,195.48 from Hanson & Sons Tires. All ayes. Motion carried.

Motion made by Frakes, second Soenen, to set a $500 budget for the PW Director to build an insulated box to keep pipes from freezing between the water plant and brine tank. All ayes. Motion carried.

Motion made by Sampson, second Frakes, to set a $250 budget for the PW Director to purchase a drill with a lithium battery. All ayes.

Motion carried.

Motion made by Sampson, second Soenen, to adopt the Uniform Policy put forth to the Council. Roll Call Vote: AYES: Sorensen, Frakes, Sampson, Soenen. NAYS: None.

Absent: Reed. Res. #653 approved.

Motion made by Sorensen, second Sampson, to approve hiring Diane Storm for the Deputy Clerk position at an hourly rate of $13.00, working up to 29 hours per week, having a 90-day probation period with a review in six months. Roll Call Vote: AYES: Sorensen, Frakes, Sampson, Soenen. NAYS: None. Absent: Reed. Res. #654 approved.

Motion made by Sampson, second Sorensen, to set a Special Meeting for November 23rd at 5:30 p.m. to approve the Annual City TIF Indebtedness Certification forms and to approve the Annual Urban Renewal Report for FY 2014-2015. All ayes. Motion carried.

Mayor Stevenson has set the January Council Meeting for the Mayor, Council and Incoming Council to tour: City Hall, City Shop, Water Plant, and Fire Department.

Council directed the PW Director to use the rest of his computer budget (which was $500 less $399.99) to purchase the software package that is needed for doing the reports.

During the winter months starting with the December meeting, the Council meetings will start at 6 p.m. City Clerk will post the time change.

Motion made by Frakes, second Soenen, to adjourn at 8:05 p.m. All ayes. Motion carried.

Tom Stevenson, Mayor Barbara Jergenson, City Clerk Wk.47

Eagle Grove Eagle PUBLIC NOTICE

Probate NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR WRIGHT COUNTY PROBATE NO. ESPR016575 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARK S. JACOBSON, DECEASED. TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MARK S. JACOBSON, DECEASED, WHO DIED ON OR ABOUT THE 26TH DAY OF APRIL, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 5th day of November, 2015, the undersigned was appointed administrators of the estate.

Notice is hereby given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the abovenamed 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 the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 5th day of November, 2015.

Mark S. Jacobson Estate Christopher J. Anderson, Administrator 1990 - 310th St. Woolstock, IA 50599 JORDAN & MAHONEY LAW FIRM, P.C. Ryan J. Mahoney Attorney for the Administrator 501 Bank St., Ste. 2 Webster City, IA 50595 Date of second publication: 19th day of November, 2015.

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Emergency management makes push for county Emergency Medical Services counsel Kacey Ginn

wrightcomonitor@gmail.com

Jim Lester, Wright County emergency management coordinator and president of the county’s Emergency Medical Services Association, gave a presentation to the board of supervisors on Monday and recommended the formation of an EMS advisory council in order to be proactive about following state requirements and to give elected officials financial authority.

“This is not about taking over an ambulance service,” Lester said.

“It’s about improving the services we already have.”

Lester said the advisory board should include a director, members from each of the EMS services in the county and representatives from other emergency services, the board of health, city administrations, township trustees, and hospital administration. “My goal would be to have a meeting in December, and hopefully start with the first of the year with monthly meetings,” Lester said, adding that the meetings might be quarterly in the future.

Lester administrates a $7,758 grant that’s used to reimburse the five ambulance services that operate in the county for training costs, which can be about $1406 per person. In addition, a volunteer must undergo 130-some hours of training, plus clinical and ride time, and pay fees for the national registry exam.

“That’s a big commitment,” Board chairman Karl Helgevold said.

“I don’t think the community knows how much these people volunteer,” Supervisor Rick Rasmussen said.

Lester said that volunteers get paid minimally—an average of $2/ hour for being on call—or not at all.

“I think every service in the county will tell you they’ve seen a decrease in their volunteers,” Lester said.

Despite fewer volunteers, providing effective emergency medical services cost the five emergency response teams in the county a total loss of $466,000 last year. The largest expense was staffing.

“I don’t believe EMS is about making money. It can’t be,” Lester said. “It’s about taking care of patients… but we also understand that no one wants to lose that kind of money. Something has to be done to try to improve those losses.”

The Wright County EMS Association has put effort into developing staffing, training, and disaster response in recent years, but would like to improve areas like administration and communication, which Lester said the advisory council could improve.

“Regardless of what anyone’s opinions is, the bottom line is what’s best for the patients, which are the citizens of Wright County,” Lester said. “I would like to see this board eventually come back with a recommendation to have the county hire an EMS coordinator.”

“I think it’s worth going the next step. We need to get some information,” Helgevold said.

Supervisor Stan Watne made a motion, and Rasmussen seconded, to approve Lester to go ahead with an informational meeting.

In other business, Rasmussen reported that Upper Des Moines Area Opportunity is in need of donations for children this time of year. “They really need stuff for newborns to 2-year-olds for anything [like] clothing, especially winter stuff, because they’re really running short on that kind of material,” he said. Donations can be dropped off at 221 W Broadway in Eagle Grove. Questions can be directed to Rasmussen.

Andy Yackle with the courthouse security committee

recommended that the courthouse’s south doors be locked at all times.

County Sheriff Jason Schluttenhofer endorsed the plan, saying that they could better monitor and control the flow of visitors in the building.

The south doors would serve only as an emergency exit. Though there may be some convenience issues, the supervisors thought this was a worthy safety measure. “I think for the general safety of the public and our employees, this would be a good thing to do,” Watne said. The supervisors approved the proposal.

Visitors to the courthouse should use the main west doors.

Yackle also brought up a proposal to record supervisor’s meetings and make them available online for viewing.

“I’ve been pushing for this since I was elected,” Helgevold said. Though viewership will vary, having the information available for county residents could be useful and convenient. Helgevold said that the county’s drainage attorney, Dave Johnson, was particularly interested in having drainage hearings available for viewing.

“That would be edited and put on YouTube for people to watch,” Helgevold said. Steps to carry out this plan would include ensuring audio and video quality and considering editing costs.

Deb Lukes, county drainage clerk, presented the improvement petition for DD#39 that was discussed at last week’s supervisor’s meeting. She recommended Lee Gallentine with Ryken Engineering out of Webster City to review the DNR’s improvement plans.

The supervisors approved the appointment and planned to set up a meeting where the engineers and landowners could talk over the project.

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Pictured above is one of last year’s reading night participants. This year’s PALS will benefit parents just as much as students.

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Jennifer’s Produce Tidbits

Welcome back once again to Produce Tidbits. I know it’s been a little while, but with the remodeling almost completed, things are starting to settle down at the store, but only for a while as the Holiday’s are just right around the corner again. With Thanksgiving approaching quickly, I thought it only fitting to write about something I’m sure we pretty much all enjoy on our Thanksgiving table, and that is cranberries.

Cranberries, a very tart berry that will bounce if ripe, thus the nick name “bounce berries.” They belong to the same family as the bilberry and blueberry. Even though these little berries are small, they pack a powerful punch. Cranberries are full of Vitamin C, as well as in fiber.

Cranberries are also known for many medicinal purposes. One I’m sure most people know is the fact that they are great for our urinary tracts. Not only do they help fight a urinary infection, they help prevent them too.

Did you know that cranberries are also a great anti-inflammatory?

They help prevent everything from inflammation of the gums around

our teeth to decreasing our chances of stomach and colon cancer.

Cranberries are also great for our immune systems too. In some studies, cranberry extract usage was shown to strengthen immune systems decreasing the chances of cold and flu symptoms.

When choosing your cranberries make sure they are deep red, plump and firm.

Cranberries can be stored up to three weeks in your refrigerator.

Cranberries freeze well, so pick a couple bags up and throw one in the freezer for up to a year.

An interesting fact that I read about cranberries is that they often can cause problems with people who are taking the blood thinning drug called Warfarin. My information stated that it is best to confer with your doctor before using cranberry juice or cranberries when taking that drug. It’s worth checking out.

If you haven’t been in the store for a while, you are missing out on a great deal! It’s absolutely beautiful, including a whole new interior paint job, and added lighting in the aisles.

In case you haven’t noticed, we have an additional handicapped family restroom in the rear of the store, near the Deli Meat section. Along with all the new coolers, freezers, and other added bonuses, it’s almost like a brand new store. We want to thank all our customer’s for putting up with the mess during the remodeling process, but it has really all been for you (the customer). We want you to have the best shopping experience that you can possibly have!

Well, that’s about it for this week, don’t forget to check out the “new” produce department, (where we’re ALWAYS BEST AT FRESH!) with our additional salad cooler, as well as two produce cases full of your favorite fruits and vegetables.

Have a super fantastic week and until next-time, good-bye!

Community Christmas Caroling

“Here We Come A-Caroling!” Please join The Choralaires for a Community Christmas Carol Sing-Along on Sunday, December 6. It will begin at 3 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Clarion. A free will offering will be gathered to benefit the Clarion Ministerial Association’s ‘Meals from the Heartland’ food packaging event. All are invited to join in the singing of Christmas Carols and hearing some holiday favorites performed by The Choralaires! You won’t want to miss it!

Habitat work to begin at Badger Creek State Recreation Area Contractors will begin removing invasive plants and other brush at two areas at Badger Creek State Recreation Area in Madison County this fall as part of a multiyear project to convert the area to native prairie.

The work will take place on the area between 120th Street and the south arm of Badger Creek Lake and on the far west end of the lake south of 110th Street. A bulldozer will remove and pile an estimated

Eagle Grove Area Dollars for Scholars Meets at the Gathering/Community Room of Rotary Senior Living-South The Fourth Monday of the month September-May At 6:30 p.m.

We welcome all interested people to attend!

A.A. Meeting Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

510 S. Jackson, Eagle Grove N.A. Meeting Mondays at 8 p.m.

510 S. Jackson, Eagle Grove Bower Masonic Lodge 1st Tuesday of the month 6:30 p.m. at Masonic Lodge in Eagle Grove Parent Connection A monthly support group for parents, grandparents, foster parents, and guardians of special needs children Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month 6 - 7:30 p.m. at EG Library

13 acres of bush honeysuckle at 10 locations on the two areas.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has placed signs with maps around the area urging deer hunters to remove treestands from the construction zones.

For more information about the project, contact the DNR’s Grand River Wildlife Unit at 641-7832166.

Lion’s Club 4th Tues. of the month 6 p.m. at Emerson Building in EG Wright County Taxpayers’ Association Meeting 3rd Mon. of the month 7 p.m.

Pizza Ranch in Clarion Viona Masonic Meeting 2nd Tues. of the month 8 p.m.

Masonic Hall in Renwick Rotary Club of EG Meets at the community room of Rotary Senior Living-South Noon each Tuesday for 55 minutes We welcome visitors.

If you would like to include your monthly meeting in this column, please email them to: egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net

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Two more flights for Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight in 2016

Veterans Day essay winners Fifth and sixth grade students at Robert Blue Middle School read an article in school entitled “What Makes a Hero?” Students were then asked to write an essay about what a hero was to them.

Seventh and eighth graders read an article about WWII, and were asked to do the same writing assignment. Winners from each grade were chosen to read their essays during the Veterans Day Program held on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Reading their essays were, from left: Madi Axtell (fifth grade), Megan Schafer (eighth grade), Megan Anderson (seventh grade), middle school Teacher Sarah Groth, and Emma Thul (sixth grade). Photo by Kim Demory

Community members needed to join international team World Heritage International Student Exchange Program (WH) is seeking representatives to work with volunteer host families and international exchange students in the community. WH provides academic yera and semester exchange programs in the United States for high school students from around the world. Students are 15 to 18 years of age, have passed a series of academic and character requirements and are awaiting an opportunity to embark on their American adventure.

Local Representatives also have the opportunity to support American high school students in their journey abroad.

Area Representatives recruit and screen prospective host families, supervise the exchange students in their community throughout the year, and interview American students who wish to live and learn abroad. Area Representatives are compensated based on the number of students they are supervising.

WH’s primary goal is to contribute to international understanding by enabling students to learn about other languages and cultures through active participation in family, school, and community life.

Through sharing their home, host families and communities also gain new knowledge and appreciation of other cultures and languages. WH’s Area

Letter to the Editor Policy 1. Electronic emails will be accepted only if the submission comes from a valid email account that uses the senders name as part of the address.

2. Sender must include full name, address, and a daytime phone number they can be reached at.

3. If sending through US Post Office - a signature in ink (not computer generated) is required along with contact information.

4. All letters are printed at the discretion of the publisher.

Representatives are the cornerstone of the organization, making all of this possible!

For more information about World Heritage or becoming an Area Representative, please call the World Heritage Office at 1-949-342-1777 or 1-800-888-9040, email us at info@ world-heritage.org, or go to host. world-heritage.org to learn more.

We look forward to welcoming you to the ranks of Area Representatives nationwide—striving towards a world of understanding, one child at a time!

Having just completed its 11th successful Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight on September 19, 2015, taking some 99 WWII and Korean War Veterans to our nation’s capital to visit their memorials, the organization is announcing its trips for 2016. Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight will have two flights in 2015—May 7 and September 17.

Two major changes are being made. In the past, only WWII and Korean War Veterans were eligible to go. Now it will be opened to include the Vietnam War Veterans.

Each flight will be an “All Veterans, WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War” Flight, as Veterans will be paired in teams of either two or four Veterans, with one Veteran acting as leader.

Veterans who have already applied to go on an Honor Flight and who have not previously gone on an Honor Flight as a veteran need not reapply as their applications will be kept on file. New applications will not be released until November 11 and must be accompanied by a copy of the DD214. All new applications will be made available from the county Veteran Affairs office or from

any Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight Board member. As in the past, the Veterans will be chosen on a first come first served basis.

Currently recognized “wartime” periods are: World War II—Dec. 7, 1941-Dec. 31, 1946 Korean War—June 27, 1950-Jan. 31, 1955 Vietnam War*—Aug. 5, 1964May 7, 1975 *If a Veteran was in Vietnam between 02-28-1961 and 08-041964, the veteran is still considered wartime service.

Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight has taken Veterans from some 42 Iowa counties and some 154 Iowa communities and will continue to accept applications from all counties. As in the past, the veterans themnselves do not pay for their flight; however, the Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight Board expects the counties in which the veterans live to financially support their veterans to go on this trip.

Brushy Creek Area Honor Flight is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Ron Newsum, Chairman 515-471-4477

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Patriotic Local enlistees EGHS Seniors Thutam Nguyen (left) and Sam Helmke (right) talked to seventh graders on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, about their experience of joining the National Guard.

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Members of the Robert Blue Middle School Band stood in front of and around the sides of the Veterans and played “The Star Spangled Banner” during their special ceremony held on November 11.

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The Robert Blue Middle School had a “Monster” book fair during the fall conferences. High school students dressed as zombies at the book fair, and RBMS students had a coin war with seventh and eighth grade students teaming up against fifth and sixth graders. RBMS Principal Scott Jeske agreed to dress as a zombie and the grade who won the book fair would have the privilege of making him up as a zombie for the day. The seventh and eighth graders won, collecting over $80, adding to the grand total of $137.19 for the entire school. The money went towards books for the school’s reading classrooms. Photo by Kim Demory

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Sharing their tragic story in hopes of helping others Dave and Joan Becker, parents of Mark Becker- who shot Coach Ed Thomas in 2009, were special guests in Eagle Grove on Monday, Nov.16. They were at Robert Blue Middle School to give a free presentation on mental illness and the events that led up to their son being involved in the death of a man they all knew and admired. Look in next week’s Eagle for the full story.

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Good race

His best time ever for a marathon was two hours and 53 minutes. He thinks he could have finished this one in six hours if he had really tried, but he’s glad he didn’t.

“Then I don’t think I would have had as much fun,” he said. “The lady with the ‘Free Hugs’ sign literally changed the course of my day. I was feeling bad, thinking I wasn’t going to finish.”

It’s amazing how one person can make or break someone’s day. That’s why Jim feels so blessed, not only to have had the experience of this Marathon like none before it, but to know he was doing it to raise money for kids who might not otherwise have opportunities to get involved in something greater than themselves.

“Team for Kids is a really good organization,” said Jim. “I’m

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hoping Eagle Grove can get a team organized.”

In fact, the Team for Kids coach waited for Jim at the end of the Marathon line so they could talk about what needed to be done to make that happen.

There were just so many things about the New York City Marathon opportunity that Jim is grateful for. He met amazing people, including many Iowa fans along the route, spending time with leaders and members of Team for Kids, and especially those who helped him raise the $2,600 he needed in order to run in the first place.

Jim said people were so generous, in fact, that he actually raised $3,200 for Team for Kids.

Jim ran alongside 1,700 Team for Kids members who together raised thousands of dollars for kids ages

three through 12. The top fundraiser reached $25,000. He was helped as a child through the Mighty Milers Program, which is a part of Team for Kids, and now runs and raises money each year to give back to the organization.

“Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible,” he said.

“My goal in this fundraiser was to inspire other kids to be involved in Team for Kids and make running a part of their healthy lifestyle.”

“I saw the finish line after seven hours of running, feeling ecstatic,” Jim said. “It’s a personal record for my slowest time, but also the most fun. I thank God for my ability to run despite my heart condition. I also thank each one of you for helping me make this possible. I feel blessed beyond measure. May God bless you.”

Jim Toillion Jr. (back, center) lines up with a group for a New York Marathon Opening Ceremonies photo before the race starts. Photo submitted

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How far can a quarter go?

Second annual Golden Stars’ Quarter Up Auction returns by popular demand

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Last year the Golden Stars Drill Team brought a new “FUNraiser” to Eagle Grove - the Quarter Up Auction. It was so much fun, and such a success, that people have been asking if they are doing it again this year. The answer is “Yes,” and it’s scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 21.

This year’s action-packed night will take place at Memorial Hall and begin with a Social Hour at 6 p.m. During this time you can enjoy appetizers and refreshments, as well as peruse through a wide variety of vendors that will be on hand. Some of them include: 31 bags, Scentsy, Essential Oils, Pampered Chef, Stella and Dots, It Works, Popparozzi, and Jamberry.

At 7 p.m., the excitement begins as donated items go up for auction.

Members of the drill team have been collecting items from community members and businesses, some valued at more than $100. During the Nov. 21 event, auction goers will be able to bid on chances to purchase these items for no more than a maximum of $1.00. All chances on items will be sold for 25¢, 50¢, 75¢, or $1.00, depending on the auction item’s value. The way the auction works is that you use your paddle number (presented at the door) to purchase chances, and one lucky winner for each prize will be drawn from those numbers.

According to Coach Ann Sampson, there are more than 50 prizes already collected. Some of the contributors already include, but not limited to: Ben Franklin, Christ, Sampson Accounting,

Knutzons, Rails, Eagle Pharmacy, Eagle trenching, 2 Eagles Bakery, Reflections, Hairs to You, Pizza Ranch, Eisentrager Law, Lisa Russell, Jacci Hindt, Eagle Grove Eagle, and more. There’s something for the ladies, the men, and even the kids...like a package from the Video Exchange.

If you don’t win an auction item, there’s still hope you won’t go home empty handed. There will also be an opportunity to win door prizes.

The Quarter Up Auction is a great way to enjoy a fun night out in Eagle Grove, help raise money for the Golden Stars, and even start your Christmas shopping at a fraction of the cost.

But hurry, they are only selling 160 pre-sale tickets. You must be at least 18 years of age. Tickets are available from any Golden Stars Drill Team member, at Eagle Pharmacy, Reflections, or at Sampson Accounting. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Showing appreciation to the fire department Blanche Bosteder made an appearnace at Monday evening’s Eagle Grove Fire Department meeting to show her appreciation for their help. Three weeks ago, there was a fire at one of Bosteder’s properties. Twenty firefighters and two trucks showed up to help with the situation.

“They responded very quickly and helped put out the fire,” Bosteder said. Chief Gary Lalor and the entire department was very grateful for her $500 donation. Photo by Kim Demory

Cooking a Thanksgiving turkey

By Holly VanHeel, ISU Human Sciences Specialist, Nutrition & Wellness

The Thanksgiving meal is the largest many cooks prepare each year. Getting it just right, especially the turkey, brings a fair amount of pressure whether or not a host is experienced with roasting one.

The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing food safety recommendations onhow to properly prepare a turkey to make sure yours is both delicious and safe to serve.

“Unsafe handling and undercooking of your turkey can lead to serious foodborne illness, explains Maria Malagon, Director of Food Safety Education with USDA FSIS. “Turkeys may contain Salmonella and Campylobacter, harmful pathogens that are only destroyed by properly preparing and cooking a turkey.”

Consumers should follow certain steps to reduce the risk of foodborne illness. According to Ms. Malagon, “those handling and cooking Thanksgiving meals should be aware of the resources available to them and the measures they can take to keep food safe.”

Steps to follow BEFORE cooking a turkey: • Read labels carefully.

Temperature labels show if the bird is fresh or frozen. If you plan to serve a fresh turkey, purchase it no more than two days before Thanksgiving.

• Purchase two thermometers: a refrigerator thermometer to ensure

the turkey is stored at 40 °F or slightly below and a food/meat thermometer to make sure the cooked turkey reaches a safe 165 °F. • Thaw the turkey by using the microwave, the cold water method, or the refrigerator. The refrigerator method is USDA recommended. If using the microwave method, be sure to cook the turkey immediately after thawing – do not put it back into the refrigerator.

Steps to follow WHEN cooking a turkey: • Wash hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds before touching any food to prevent the spread of many types of infection and illness.

• Do not wash the turkey.

This only spreads pathogens onto kitchen surfaces. The only way to kill bacteria that causes foodborne illness is to fully cook the turkey.

• Keep raw turkey separated from all other foods at all times.

• Use separate cutting boards, plates, and utensils when handling raw turkey to avoid crosscontamination. Wash items that have touched raw meat with warm soap and water, or place them in a dishwasher.

• Cook the turkey until it reaches 165 °F, as measured by a food thermometer. Check the turkey’s temperature by inserting the thermometer in three places: the thickest part of the breast, the innermost part of the thigh, and the innermost part of the wing.

Steps to follow when CONSUMINGleftover Thanksgiving food:

• Refrigerate leftovers within two hours to prevent bacteria from growing on the food.

• Store leftovers in shallow pans or containers to decrease cooling time. This prevents the food from spending too much time at unsafe temperatures (between 40 °F to 140 °F).

• Do not store stuffing inside a leftover turkey. Remove the stuffing from the turkey, and refrigerate the stuffing and the meat separately.

• Avoid consuming leftovers that have been left in the refrigerator for longer than 3 or 4 days (next Tuesday to be exact). Use the freezer to store leftovers for longer periods of time.

• Keep leftovers in a cooler with ice or frozen gel packs if the food is traveling home with a guest who lives more than two hours away.

Consumers with more food safety questions can call ISU’s AnswerLine at 1-800-262-3804, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1 – 4 p.m., or visit FoodSafety. gov to learn more about how to safely select, thaw and prepare a turkey. They may also call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) or chat live with a food safety specialist at AskKaren.gov, available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, in English or Spanish.

FSIS will provide Thanksgiving food safety information during November on Twitter, @ USDAFoodSafety, and on Facebook, at Facebook.com/FoodSafety. gov. Consumers needing help on Thanksgiving Day may contact the USDA Food Safety Hotline from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Veterans Day Program

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Local law enforcement honored at Veterans Day Program

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net “I had something happen this year that upset me...I’m ashamed almost... of the way law enforcement has gotten a black eye,” Robert Blue Middle School Principal Scott Jeske said during the Veterans Day Program held Wednesday, Nov. 11.

With a rash of negative publicity in the national media over the course of the last several months, Jeske said he was passionate about including them in this year’s program in order to honor them for the sacrifices they too make every day to keep people safe. They put their lives on the line every day to make sure ours are safe.

“Our local departments have some of the most outstanding individuals.

They take care of us day and night...and I want them to know how much RBMS appreciates them,” he said.

Jeske first called to the stage the members of the Wright County Sheriff’s Dept. Although three of them could only to be at the event, Jeske presented Sheriff Jason Schluttenhofer with a certificate for each of the members of his team. They were also presented with a banner signed by each of the students and staff of RBMS. Chief Deputy Jeremy Hogrefe, Sheriff Jason Schluttenhofer, and Deputy Steve Cram (pictured above, left, from left) were all there to be recognized.

Next, the Eagle Grove Police Department was honored. (Pictured above, right) Jeske personally shook Chief Ray Beltran’s hand as he thanked them for all they do day in and day out for the City of Eagle Grove. Beltran was

also presented with certificates of appreciation for all his officers as well.

On hand for the Eagle Grove Police Department at the event were Beltran, Michael Stuckey, and Garrett Quintus (pictured from left).

Officer Quintus said this was the first Veterans Day Program he had been able to attend since the school started hosting the event, and he was glad to be a part of it.

Let this be a reminder to all of us that the next time we see a member of our local law enforcement, to take a minute to thank them for what they do.

Not only do they put their lives on the line every day, but they take time away from their families on nights, weekends, and holidays. They are always there to help, be it the wee hours of the morning, or in the darkness of night. Help is only a phone call away thanks to them.

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Kyle and Sarah Teeselink were the guest speakers at Robert Blue Middle School’s Veterans Day Program held Wednesday, Nov. 11. Photo by Kim Demory

A military family

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Long before Kyle and Sarah Teeselink walked the halls of the Eagle Grove Area School District - Sarah as the Talented and Gifted (TAG) teacher, and Kyle as the business teacher at the high school, they wore shiny black shoes.

Some veterans join the military because of family traditions, some are called to duty because of world situations, some join for the benefits the military can offer like career training. As Kyle and Sarah said as they addressed 68 veterans and their families during the RBMS Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, Nov. 11, every Veteran has a story, and these stories tell of their commitment to America.

Sarah’s story began before she was even born. In 1941, the world was brewing with conflict. On December 7, 1941, Japan attacked Pearl Harbor and so began WWII. Sarah’s grandfather joined the Marines to help defend our Nation.

His story took place on an island he was ordered to take... men were forced to exit the boat 15 feet from shore. Soldiers were so weighted down with equipment and rifles, that many of them sank, including her grandpa. But he was a fighter, and resurfaced. That is when another soldier passed Sarah’s grandfather his rifle and said he would be in need of it.

Decades later, Sarah and her family are still talking about that Veteran and the difference he made to their family.

“A Veteran’s story is forever,” Sarah said.

Sarah’s father also joined the military, as a member of the United States Army.

“So that made me an Army brat,” Sarah joked.

Sarah, her sister, and her brother

all grew up to join the military as well. In February, 1995, Sarah entered basic training. She spent four years in the military where she served as a weather forecaster in the U.S. Air Force. She was stationed at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska.

“My story is one of peace,” Sarah said. But that didn’t mean there weren’t some stressful situations.

Providing weather information to pilots meant she was in charge of letting them know of approaching storms. Not only was it vital to their air time, but hail can be detrimental to a plane not in a hanger.

Kyle Teeselink also has a family history of military involvement.

His father served in the Air Force as a Russian lrother was in the Air Force for 20 years before retiring, and Kyle himself joined after graduating high school and has spent 22 years in the United States Air Force as a weather forecaster.

Kyle deployed to Africa in 2004 as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

“The military offered me a skill to learn that would allow me to go off on my own and travel the world,” he said.

Kyle and Sarah have two sons of their own now, one is 16, and the other 13. Will they grow up to follow in the military ranks of generations before them? Only time will tell.

But whatever the reasons be of the other thousands of young men and women who have joined the ranks of the United States military, their duty to liberty and justice for all should never be forgotten. Whether they serve in time of war or time of peace, their sacrifices are what give us the freedoms and privileges we have today.

If you know, or see, a Veteran, let them know how grateful you are for their service.

The White Table Ceremony Master Sergeant Mitch Pearson presented the White Table Ceremony during the Veterans Day Program held at Robert Blue Middle School. The ceremony is not new to the program, but Amy Ascherl read the story again while Pearson performed the ceremony because it is a powerful reminder of our missing comrades in arms.

There are five place settings to represent each of the military branches. A chair is folded up and leaning against the table to represent that they will not be seated with us for a family meal during the holidays. A candle burns as a symbol of hope of their return someday. Each item on the table represents a part of missing, sacrifice, and the hope of return of each soldier. To learn more, Google “White Table Ceremony.” There

are many different sites that give a great demonstration.

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Thursday, November 19, 2015

Sports

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RBMS cross country team

RBMS eighth grade volleyball

Members of the Robert Blue Middle School 8th grade volleyball team for this year are: First row, from left; Kennedy Soper, Madison Mitchell, Cali Schultz, Graciela Utrera Morales, Sarahi Salazar, Kamree Freeman. Second row, from left; Emma Nett (manager), Yenci Calles Crisanto, Jozey Gump, Chelsie Omvig, Briauna Mingus, Kiera Matthes, Aleshia Lewis and Coach Jim McLaughlin.

Missing from the photo is Katie Ferry. Photo courtesy of Lifetouch

Members of the Robert Blue Middle School cross country team for this year are: First row, from left; Lance Teeselink, Adam Herrington, Riley Plain, Marissa Olson, Brianna Ell, Christopher Lizama, Heidi Garcia. Second row, from left; Josh Graham, Hannah Sampson, Megan Schafer, Lea Friedl, Megan Sampson, Kaitlyn Sampson, Lyn Marie Nguyen. Third row, from left; Coach Sarah Groth, Cael Wesselink, Alex Wilson, Ryan Fransen, Jackson Helgevold, Jacob Graham, Shea Whaley, Jon Koester and Coach Jake Groth. Missing from the photo is Gabe Rolon. Photo courtesy of Lifetouch

Youth wrestling tournament results Sunday, November 15, 2015

First Place Kyler Severson Ethan Shreiber Cayden Schultz Connor Christopher Brady Marsh Jackson Babcock Ryker Asche Andrew Dencklau Levi Langfitt

RBMS seventh grade volleyball

Members of the Robert Blue Middle School seventh grade volleyball team for this year are: First row, from left; Makinzy Kennedy, Samantha Pinkele, Sofia Calderon, Claire Kienzle, Elizabeth Hogrefe, Megan Anderson, Daniela Lobato. Second row, from left; Jayda Scott, Ariane Lyman, Emilia Huse, Cierra Andrews, Kylie Caraway and Coach McKristie Willard. Photo courtesy of Lifetouch

Second Place Colson Schafer Hayden Schafer Dylan Terwilliger Adrian Whipple Jace Olson

Dustin Dawson Colton Johnson Mack Morgan Jack Mendoza

Fourth Place Leland Spencer Sarah Shaeffer Trenton Sorensen

Third Place Bucky Quintas Caleb Smith Reece Demuth Easton Buhr Landon Christensen Carter Kennedy Max Pamperin Ian Soesbe Payton Larson Trenton Robinson

Fifth Place Andrew Robinson

3rd annual

Jam the Gym

Saturday, Nov 21, 2015 6 - 8 p.m.

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Fun for the whole family!

Basketball skill games, knock out, relay races, and dribbling games

Speech Club Chili Feed

Saturday, Nov 21 2015 ~ Middle school multipurpose room 5 - 7p.m.

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Eagle football team awards given at banquet Eagle Grove varsity head football coach Bruce Dahlhauser presented the following team awards at the recent banquet to honor this year’s Eagle team, and also shared these comments about each one of those players.

The Offensive MVP was Jeremy Weber, who led the team in both rushing and passing. He provided over 1,100 yards of total offense along with 12 touchdowns, and was fourth in the district in scoring. “He is an extremely talented player, and a hard worker on and off the field,” said the head coach. “He runs with speed and power, and you could always see his legs driving for extra yards.

Our offense was an entirely different animal when he was on the field.”

The Defensive MVP was Brandon Stuhr, who finished second with 73 total tackles. He made several key stops behind the line of scrimmage, led the team in forced fumbles and made some huge stops on fourth down attempts to help get the Eagle defense off the field. “He has earned everything he’s gotten,” said Dahlhauser. “A very hard worker, with a great attitude towards the game. He’s an aggressive player for his size. He showed up everyday to get better, and never stopped believing in himself and our team. He was also a vocal leader for our team.”

The Eagle Award went to Parker Slagle. “This is for a player each year that demonstrates the traits and characteristics that are necessary for success,” said the head coach. “He came back to our team last year, after some time away from football, and from day one was all in. He demonstrated tremendous work ethic and transformed himself into a player that every team in our district would love to have on their team. Not only did he hold himself to a high standard, he held everyone else to that same standard. Physically and mentally, I do not know that I have seen a player improve as much in one year as he did.”

These members of the Eagle football team received team awards at the recent banquet. They include, from left; Brandon Stuhr (Defensive MVP), Jeremy Weber (Offensive MVP) and Parker Slagle (Eagle Award). Photo by Les Houser

All-District

These Eagle football players were selected to the All-District Teams for Class 1A, District 3.

Pictured are: First row, from left; Tanion Pohlman (Honorable Mention) and Parker Slagle (First Team). Second row, from left; Brayden Lyman (Second Team), Brandon Stuhr (Second Team), Jeremy Weber (First Team) and Brian Gonzalez (Honorable Mention). Photo by Les Houser

Early Deadline Eagles winter sports

These members of the Eagle football team were recognized on the Academic All-District Team for Class 1A, District 3. Pictured are, from left; Parker Slagle (Second Team), Jeremy Weber (Second Team) and Brian Gonzalez (First Team). Also honored, but not pictured (managers and cheerleaders are also eligible for the honor), are managers Leslie Cooper, Shelby Axtell and Maci Pickering (First Team) along with cheerleaders Sam Helmke and Natalie Varland (Second Team). Photo by Les Houser

Eagle Grove 2015-16 Basketball (All games G/B unless noted otherwise) Nov. 19 G only Jamboree @ Iowa Central

vs. Humboldt Dec. 1 @ Forest City Dec. 4 vs. West Hancock Dec. 5 @ West Fork Dec. 7 vs. CAL Dec. 8 @ Belmond-Klemme Dec. 11 vs. Bishop Garrigan Dec. 15 @ Lake Mills Dec. 22 vs. Garner-Hayfield/Ventura Jan. 5 @ North Union Jan. 8 vs. North Iowa Jan. 12 vs. Forest City Jan. 15 @ West Hancock Jan. 18 @ Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Jan. 19 vs. Belmond-Klemme Jan. 22 @ Bishop Garrigan Jan. 26 vs. Lake Mills Jan. 29 vs. West Bend-Mallard Jan. 30 vs. Rockford Feb. 2 @ Garner-Hayfield/Ventura Feb. 5 vs. North Union Feb. 9 @ North Iowa

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Due to the teams begin their Thanksgiving holiday, the season schedules deadline for the First home event is December 4 Nov. 26 paper will be By les houser schedule by hosting West Hancock. wrightcosports@gmail.com The Eagle wrestlers will hit this Thursday The winter sports season will be the mat on Tuesday, December 1 in officially underway soon, as the Eagle a meet at Swea City versus North at noon. teams have or are starting practices Union, Algona and Northwood-

Eagle Grove 2015-16 Wrestling

Dec. 1 @ North Union w/ Algona,

Northwood-Kensett Dec. 3 @ Garner-Hayfield/Ventura w/ West Hancock Dec. 5 Eagle Invitational Tournament Dec. 12 @ Algona Tournament Dec. 17 vs. Manson NW Webster, North Union,

West Bend-Mallard Dec. 19 @ Roland-Story Tournament Jan. 5 @ West Hancock w/ C-G-D, L.Mills Jan. 7 vs. Belmond-Klemme, Woodward-Granger Jan. 9 @ Winterset Tournament Jan. 14 @ Lake Mills w/ Forest City Jan. 16 @ Perry Tournament Jan. 18 vs. C-G-D, Belmond-Klemme Jan. 21 @ Humboldt Jan. 26 @ Roland-Story w/ Webster City Jan. 30 Top of Iowa Conference Meet @

Forest City Feb. 6 Sectional @ TBA Feb. 13 District @ TBA Feb. 17 State Dual Team Tournament Feb 18-20 State Wrestling Tournament

Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Sports Calendar THUR., NOV. 19 4:15 p.m. 7th Girls Basketball vs. Algona 4:15 p.m. 8th Girls Basketball at Algona FRI., NOV. 20 4:15 p.m. 7th Boys Basketball vs. Algona 4:15 p.m. 8th Boys Basketball at Algona MON., NOV. 24 6:15 p.m. Girls JV Basketball vs. West Hancock 7:45 p.m. Girls V Basketball vs. West Hancock

in preparation for the upcoming schedule of games and matches.

The Lady Eagles have a basketball scrimmage game this Thursday at Iowa Central versus Humboldt, while the Eagles will scrimmage next Monday against Central Springs at the West Hancock Jamboree in Britt.

The games that count will begin on Tuesday, December 1 as both the girls and boys teams travel to Forest City to take on the Indians. On Friday, December 4, they will open the home

Kensett. They will stay on the road for a triangular on Thursday, December 3 at Garner in facing the home Cardinals along with West Hancock.

They will make their home debut by hosting the annual Eagle Invitational Tournament on Saturday, December 5.

Watch the pages of the Eagle Grove Eagle every week throughout the season for the best in sports coverage of your hometown teams and student-athletes.

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Local News

Eagle Grove Eagle

Honoring those who have served

As Veterans, families, guests, and the students walked into the front hallways of Robert Blue Middle School on Wednesday, Nov. 11, there were many visual reminders of exactly what Veterans Day is about. It’s a time to honor all those who have served to keep America free and safe.

It’s a time to remember those who have sacrificed all, giving their lives. When people looked at the “Honoring Our Fallen” display (pictured directly above), some were silent; others shook their heads at such sadness; others had eyes filled with tears. The boards featured military and personal photos of soldiers from the State of Iowa killed in the fight against the War on Terror.

Many were young, only in their early 20s. Some left behind children. All left behind loved ones.

Just around the corner, in front of the office, student posters were on display for the guests to enjoy. Some thanked Veterans for their service, others reminded us America is the home of the free because of the brave. All of them were a heartfelt thank you to the brave men and women who put their lives on the line, past, present, and future, to keep us safe. Photos by Kim Demory

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