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Garner Asset Project

GARNER - The next Garner Asset Project (GAP) will be held Thursday, Oct. 13, 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Peace Reformed Church, 1907 200th (3 miles south of Garner).

Garner Asset Project is a vibrant and active network of people who seek to make their communities healthier and safer - especially for children. We help communities combine resources to implement evidence-based and cost-effective approaches to substance abuse prevention. All interested persons are welcome.

Hog Confinement Fire

VENTURA – A fire at a large hog confinement building south of Ventura destroyed about 2,750 head of hogs, early Sunday morning. According to the Cerro Gordo County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the fire about 3:17 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 2.

The building is owned by Luscombe Enterprises. The confinement building contained approximately 250 sows and 2,500 piglets.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Fire departments from Ventura, Clear Lake and Garner and EMS responded.

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Bailee Leerar and Jordan Weiland pose as the Homecoming King and Queen at West Hancock’s Coronation on September 29. Leerar’s parents are Joshua Massman and Ali Leerar, and Weiland’s parents are John and Janelle. More photos on page 11.

Garner city council addresses water concerns Rebecca Peter

BRITT - ASAP (Allies for Substance Abuse Prevention) will meet Tuesday, Oct. 11 at the Hancock County Health Systems Board room, 12 noon to 1 p.m. The agenda includes election of officers, goal setting for the next three years.

ASAP is working together to prevent or reduce substance abuse in Hancock County.

GARNER – Garner city officials reviewed options for dealing with storm water runoff problems that occur in the south side of Garner and Cotton Drive area at their September 27 meeting. Both areas of town have a history

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of street and basement flooding during heavy rain events.

Tim Moreau and Drew Sweers, engineers with Veenstra and Kimm, reviewed plans and specifications that were made in 2008 for the city to make improvements to the overland drainage ways from the end of Allen Ave. going south to Drainage District

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“Those improvements were to straighten out the drainage way and get rid of the some grub, brush and what have you,” said Tim Moreau.

“Essentially, what we were doing is increasing the capacity of the surface drainage way so it could [handle runoff from a major storm event].”

A city-wide comprehensive storm sewer plan was done in 2010-11.

One alternative to reduce water issues on Allen and Front Street was to put in a detention basin on the high school property. Moreau said the school has made some improvements.

“They’ve restricted the outlet to some degree to prevent the water from

just free flowing through the culvert under Front Street. With their recent addition, they have put in additional detention facilities so the new improvements don’t compound the problem,” he said.

The second alternative would be to put an intake to the west of Allen Ave. WATER to page 2

Council discusses draft ATV/ORU ordinance gleadernews@qwestoffice.net

Thursday, October 6 Last Garner farmer’s market for this season will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at the corner of State St. and Hwy 18.

Lake Area Quilter’s Guild will meet at 7 p.m. at the Clear Lake Senior Citizen’s Center, 105 S. 4th St., Clear Lake. The public is invited to attend.

Flu Vaccine Clinic will be held at the Ventura Community Center from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The Cerro Gordo Dept. of Public Health will provide flu vaccines and will accept most insurance, including Medicare Part B. Bring insurance cards with you!

Monday, October 10 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber, Garner.

Tuesday, October 11 Corwith Council meets.

Kanawha Council meets at 6 p.m.

Garner Council meets at 7 p.m. in Council Chamber, City Hall.

Saturday, October 15 Harvest Moon “Farm to Fork” community dinner will be held in the Opportunity Village greenhouse in Clear Lake, beginning at 6 p.m. A four-course meal will feature farmfresh ingredients from local producers, and live music will also be provided. Tickets are on sale at the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, BE Wellness and the Healing House Herb Shop. For full menu descriptions and event details, visit www.northiowafood.org Continued on page 2

Homecoming royalty at Garner-Hayfield-Ventura for 2016 are King Derek Brown and Queen Carlie Knutson. Derek is is the son of Paul and Stacy Brown. Carlie is the daughter of Todd and Kristi Knutson.

The GHV Homecoming Coronation program was held Thursday, Sept. 29. More GHV Homecoming highlights are on page 10

Michelle K. Eisenman, Hancock County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, announces that absentee ballots for the General Election to be held Nov. 8, 2016, are now available in the Hancock County Auditor’s Office.

Any eligible voter may cast an absentee ballot at the Auditor’s office or may submit a written request for an absentee ballot. A request form is available at the Hancock County Auditor’s office or on Hancock County’s website www. hancockcountyia.org; click on Auditor under Departments; then click on Application for Absentee Ballot.

The signed, completed request form can be mailed or brought to the Hancock County Auditor’s office, 855 State Street, Garner, IA 50438.

Absentee ballots may also be voted in the Auditor’s office, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Auditor’s office will also be open Saturday, Oct. 29 and Saturday, Nov. 5.

Anyone having questions regarding absentee voting may contact the Auditor’s Office, 641-9233163, or by email, hanaudme@ hancockcountyia.org.

GARNER – All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV) and Off-Road Utility Vehicles (OUV) came closer to becoming legal to drive on Garner city streets last week. The city council again took up discussion of a proposed ATV/OUV city ordinance at the Sept. 27 meeting.

Proponents and opponents to the ordinance were at the meeting.

Councilman Dennis Drabek said he received numerous of phone calls from citizens against the proposal.

Drabek reported that some constituents said when they signed a petition several years ago to allow golf carts

and ATVs to be driven on city streets, they didn’t understand the city already has an ordinance in place the allows golf carts to and from home to the course and back by the most direct route. They didn’t care about the ATV/ OUV part of the petition.

Drakek shared correspondence from one citizen, which said: “They bought an off-road vehicle. What part of off road don’t they understand?” Others simply did not want a lot of ATVs and utility vehicles on city streets.

“They are concerned about adding more [vehicles] on the street that people have to watch out for. And they’re not legal on the street,” he said.

Councilman Tim Schmidt also re-

ported he heard “quite a bit of concern” from citizens.

“Why did you make exceptions for landscapers or other people if safety is a concern?” asked attorney Jim Wet-

terling “Why did the state make an exception for farmers, surveyors and a host of other things in that exceptions statute?”

Karl Bauer commented he sees an

average of five to six lawnmowers go by his house every week.

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Ventura Council considers water and sewer rate increase Rebecca Peter

gleadernews@qwestoffice.net VENTURA – The Ventura City Council recently held the first reading of an ordinance to increase water and sewer rates. The council met Sept. 26.

According to Else Taylor, city administrator, a rate increase is necessary to prepare for water system improvements. The current rate structure is not enough in the event of unexpected infrastructure failures, “big ticket” maintenance items or upgrades. The last water and sewer rate increase was in 2010.

As an example, Taylor noted that the city’s water tower needs to be repainted.

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and is in need of improvements, including tower painting inside/out and control systems to monitor the well,” said Taylor. “As the system ages, the frequency of water main breaks will increase due to pressure fluctuations.

The water main breaks experienced over the past few years have depleted the water fund reserves that were intended to be used for maintenance.”

Under the proposed rate structure, a typical monthly bill from zero to 5,000 gallons would be as follows: water $25, tax - $1.75, sewer - $17.50, garbage - $10.50 for an average total of $54.75.

In addition, the billing will be changed from every two months to monthly to make it easier for VENTURA to page 2

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The proclamation says that 4-H delivers Science Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs to youth as well as builds communication, responsibility and leadership skills.

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Farms across Iowa are open to visitors

By Alyssa Dick, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – Visiting an operating farm can be a tremendous learning experience and a fun experience.

Seeing how the farm operates and the effort that goes into growing crops or raising livestock provides a fresh appreciation for the food we consume every day.

To encourage visits to farms, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has relaunched its Visit Iowa Farms website at www.visitiowafarms.org. The website serves as a database of farms across the state willing to host visitors.

“Users are now able to find a farm by adventure type, county or distance from a specific location,” said Alyssa Dick, agritourism program specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “We hope the newly designed website is more easily accessible for users to find farms across the state.”

Agritourism continues to grow in the state of Iowa. According to the 2012 Census of Agriculture there were 275 farms in the state open to

the public.

Farmers wanting to list their operations on the Visit Iowa Farms website can register through the site.

After a review by the site’s editors, the farm will be added to the directory. There is no charge for listing an operation on the website.

There are also resources for farmers such as producer regulations, business and marketing planning and legal considerations. These resources will help farmers as they set up and publicize their agritourism operation.

“The website is an easy way to find information that can help farmers improve their agritourism businesses,” Dick said. “Farmers are also able to contact ISU Extension and Outreach staff if they have any additional questions.”

The Visit Iowa Farms program is administered by the Value Added Agriculture program of ISU Extension and Outreach. The Value Added Agriculture program provides unbiased, science-based information to help establish or expand agricultural-related businesses in Iowa.

ISU College of Agriculture and Life Sciences awards annual scholarships AMES, Iowa - The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University has awarded more than 2,250 scholarships to students for the 2016-17 academic year. Area students who were awarded scholarships are: Stefan Chambers, of Corwith, Stark/Sandage/Frischmeyer scholarship; Brianne Bier, of Garner, Jean Wallace Douglas scholarships; Kimberly Dornbier, of Garner, Far-

rell Brothers scholarship; and Kiersten Jass, of Garner, John Wesley Coles and Eda Coles scholarship in agriculture.

The college and its departments award more than $3 million in scholarships each year. Students interested in applying for scholarships should go to https://www.scholarships.cals. iastate.edu for more information and deadlines.

Continued from page 1 Monday, October 17 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber, Garner.

GHV School Board meets at 7 p.m. in high school media center.

West Hancock School Board meets.

Tuesday, October 18 Britt Council meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Friday, October 21 Britt Chamber Chili Cook Off will be held from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the West Hancock Elementary School gym.

Saturday, October 22 North Iowa Rotary’s annual October Fest will be held from 6 to 9 p.m.

Monday, October 24 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber,

Garner.

Tuesday, October 25 Garner Council meets at 7 p.m. in Council Chamber, City Hall.

Saturday, October 29 Garner is hosting Treats on the Streets.

Sunday, October 30 Garner Lions Club is holding its annual pork loin dinner from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. See a Lion for tickets. For more information, contact Jim Arnold at 641512-4687.

Monday, October 31 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber, Garner.

What is your group doing in October?

Email sharonbates.map@gmail.com or call 923-2684 and we’ll add it to the calendar.

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9. The name and address of the publisher and managing editor is Ryan Harvey, 365 State St., Garner, IA 50438. The name and address of the editor is Rebecca Peter, 365 State St., Garner, IA 50438.

10. Owners: Mid-America Publishing Corporation, 9 2nd St. NW, P.O. Box 606, Hampton, IA 50441-0606. Stockholders owning or holding one percent or more of total amount of stock: Jeanette M. Grohe, 1 Lincoln Place Dr., Des Moines, IA 50312; Matthew Grohe, 1 Lincoln Place Dr., Des Moines, IA 50312; and Julie M. Herr, 4422 N. Mozart St., Chicago, IL 60625.

11. The known bondholders, mortgagees or other security holders owning or holding one percent or more of total amount of bonds, mortgages, or other securities: First Bank Hampton, PO Box 59, Hampton, IA 50441; First Security Bank, PO Box 119, Hampton, IA 50441; MidWestOne Bank, 112 N. Main St., Sigourney, IA 52591; Barbara Mussman, 721 Cedar Dr., Clarion, IA 50525; Chrysler Capital, PO Box 660335, Dallas, TX 75266; News Publishing Company, Inc., PO Box 286, Black Earth, WI 53151; Roger & Karen Rector, 1004 Twin Pines, Ida Grove, IA 51445; Leon & Becky Thorne, PO Box 352, Parkersburg, IA 50665.

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15d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution (By Mail and Outside the Mail) - (1) Free or Nominal Rate Outside-County Copies Included on PS Form 3541 - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 52; single issue nearest filing date, 23. (2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County Copies Included on PS Form 3541 - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 164; single issue nearest filing date, 22. (3) Free or Nominal Rate Copies Mailed at Other Classes Through the USPS (e.g. First-Class Mail) - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 0; single issue published nearest filing date, 0. (4) Free or Nominal Rate Distribution Outside the Mail (Carriers or other means) - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 0; single issue published nearest filing date, 0.

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15g. Copies Not Distributed - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 180; single issue published nearest filing date, 205.

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WATER from page 1 to help facilitate water getting into the storm sewer system. Moreau estimated that the alternative would be a short-term fix.

“Until the capacity of the pipes along Allen Ave. are fully addressed, when that system reaches capacity, the benefit of the intake is going to be limited,” he said.

Moreau said that the existing capacity of the storm sewer pipes along Allen Ave. is about a 16 percent of what’s needed to handle a 5-year storm event.

Moreau proposed looking 2010-11 study that was done, update the costs, plus some add some other alternatives for the city.

“We’ll take under consideration all the ramifications to move forward and what modifications or changes we would want to make… for both short-term and long-term improvements,” he said.

After a lengthy discussion, the council voted to have Veenstra and

Kimm move forward the 2010-11 The council also approved a professional services agreement with Veenstra and Kimm for design and construction engineering for the Cottonwood Storm Sewer Project. A report, dated March 26, 2014, recommended making improvements to some of the existing deficiently sized culverts in the drainage area and construct a new storm sewer outlet west to the Iowa River.

The study also recommended that the city establish an Urban Storm Water Design Criteria and Storm Water Management Criteria for controlling runoff from larger, future developments.

The council heard from Willie and Jane Davison regarding sump pump discharge problems at their residence at 1080 Pebblestone Drive. They were concerned about water and ice buildup on the sidewalk and driveway in the winter. During the summer, water on the sidewalk has saturated their lawn as well as the neighbor’s lawn

and cannot be moved.

The council wanted to look into the cost of excavating to an underground storm sewer pipe and connect to it.

Officer Retires The council publically thanked retiring Sgt. Mark Yates for his 25 years of service to the Garner Police Department The council accepted the recommendation to name Officer Cory Graham as interim sergeant.

In other business, the Garner City Council: •Approved a development agreement with Stellar Industries for the company’s 2016 Expansion project.

Stellar is in the process of constructing a 40,000 square foot new building that will house the company’s fabrication facility.

•Approved a development agreement with Mark and Kami Kaczor for their KAR Part Inc. business. The council also approved a rental and purchase option and access easement with Kaczors on 4.64 acres of city-

owned property in the Kadrlik Industrial Park.

•Approved the sale of several lots in Hejlik’s 2nd Subdivision as follows: Lots 21 and 23 to CP Iowa Properties for $15,500 and $15,000 respectively; Lot 22 to Karen Mayland for $15,000; Lot 33 to the Garner-Hayfield-Ventura School District for $16,000.

•Awarded Visual Improvement Program grants to Lindsey Wise ($550 for façade improvements to Wise Expressions and a $1,775 grant to Shirley Brown for façade improvement to the Garner Greenhouse.

•Reviewed and approved a storm water management plan for Iowa Mold Tooling Company to put in a water retention area.

•Awarded a contract for televising 23,000 feet of sanitary sewer mains to Visu-Sewer of Mason City for $37,595.

•Approved the purchase of $10,117 in exercise equipment for the rec center.

ORDINANCE from page 1 signals. They don’t have horns. So if you’re going to cut it off for one you better cut it off for all,” he said.

“That’s your opinion. I’m hearing other opinions,” Drabek responded.

K.J. Hueneman reported he met with director of the Iowa Department of Transportation, Paul Trombino, and asked him about the ordinance that Garner’s working on.

“His primary concern is safety,” Hueneman said. Trombino indicated that he has no problem with an ATV or utility vehicle crossing a state highway at an intersection if there is a city street on the other side of the highway.

“He said, if you start running up and down [highways] – then I have a big problem,” Hueneman reported.

“There must be a misunderstanding somehow between the DOT and the city of Garner.”

June Brady spoke out against allowing the vehicles on city streets. In her written statement to the council, Brady said her main concern was why such an ordinance was being considered when manufacturers of the vehicles say they are for “off-road use only.”

She brought up liability concerns as well as concerns about opening up to requests for ORMs, snowmobiles, golf carts, “even go-carts.” She noted that mopeds and scooters are already street legal.

Brady questioned if a “perceived need is being created to justify the ordinance.”

“These machines are for use on acreages, private property, and recreational trails/parks or within an agricultural setting. The streets of Garner are none of those.”

However proponents noted that accidents happen with all sorts of vehicles.

“It’s just driving correctly,” said Jim Wetterling. “We don’t have to complicate it. I’m going to ask you go back to the ordinance we proposed… adopt it for everything we asked for and trust us. Give it six months or a year.”

After more discussion and several adjustments to an ordinance proposed by city administrator Randy Lansing, the council approved a draft to allow ATV and Off-Road Utility vehicle on city streets.

The vote was 4-1 with council members Tim Schmidt, Lynn Smith, Marline Lewerke and George Smith in favor. Dennis Drabek cast the dissenting vote.

The proposed ordinance defines what an All Terrain Vehicle and OffRoad Utility vehicle is according to state statute. It also limits operation on city streets to the following: •Persons 18 years or older and in possession of a valid driver license.

•Must be registered annually with the Hancock County Recorder.

•Have “suitable and effective muffling devices” that comply with sound level standards and testing procedures established by the society of automotive engineers.

•Be equipped with headlight, taillight and brakes.

•Not be operated with more persons on the vehicle than it is designed to carry.

•The vehicle must be insured with financial liability and proof of coverage kept in the ATV. •Operators shall comply with all city and state motor vehicle laws.

The first formal reading of the ATV/ OUV ordinance will be brought before the council at the Oct. 11 meeting. If the council has second and third readings, the ordinance could be in place by Nov. 9, upon legal publication, Lansing said.

VENTURA from page 1 household budgeting.

In a 4-1 vote council approved the first reading of the ordinance to increase water and sewer rates. Council members Darwin Avery, Mike Thackery, John Quintus and Kristie Meints voted in favor. Councilman Brian Vaage cast a dissenting vote.

Security Camera The Ventura council also voted to have a security camera installed to monitor traffic signals at the Highway 18 intersection. There have been a number of incidents where

the traffic signal has been knocked down by farm machinery or large equipment. A majority of incidents have occurred to the northbound signal.

The cost of repairs ranges between $1,000 and $5,000, including administrative time to coordinate the repair and file a claim. The city assumes the cost of repairs if the responsible party can’t be found.

The cost of the cameras could be defrayed over a number of signal incidents in the form of an administration fee, Taylor noted. If not for the signals getting hit, the cameras

would not be necessary to ensure that the responsible party is held accountable.

The council accepted the quote of $4,266.11 for a security camera from CL TEL, with council members Avery, Thackery, Vaage and Meints voting in favor. Councilman Quintus abstained.

In other business the Ventura City Council: •Tabled action on a purchase agreement for the property at 205 Hillcrest. The Ventura Fire Department plans to construct a new fire station at that location. Councilman

John Quintus, a member of the fire department, said the property seller is reviewing the agreement with his attorney.

•Approved the employee healthcare insurance plan from Wellmark Blue Cross / Blue Shield. The renewal rate was reduced by 4.41 percent, Taylor reported. The plan goes into effect on December 1.

•Public works director Bill Bredlow reported that the new curb and gutter along the west side of Crystal Heights was poured.

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By State Representative Linda Upmeyer House District 54 / Speaker of the House linda.upmeyer@legis.state.ia.us (515) 281-4618

2016

Early Voting October is here and the chilly weather didn’t wait a second to come as well. As fall gets underway, that means harvest season is nearly here.

Soon enough, farmers will be spending countless hours out in the fields doing what they do best, feeding the world. Be sure to watch for slow moving vehicles and have patience on the roads as harvest season kicks into full gear.

Over the last two weeks, many areas across the state have been affected by severe flooding, including those in Butler County. The recent flooding brings back memories of the historic floods of 2008 that devastated communities all over the state. Fortunately, cities and towns were much more prepared this year with 2008 in the back of their minds.

Thankfully, no one was seriously hurt during the recent flooding.

I’ve visited the communities of Clarksville and Greene in Butler County to see some of the damage myself. I’ve been working with local officials to be helpful where I can and point them in the right direction for resources when needed.

During my tour, it was wonderful to see so many people from the community banding together during this crisis. People helped their neighbors move things out of houses, and we even had students come down from Clear Lake to help with the cleanup efforts. I’m so proud of our community. Everyone came together, and I want to thank all of them for their hard work during this difficult time.

The State of Iowa offers assistance to lower income households that have been affected by the flooding.

Disaster assistance grants help people with home or care repairs, replacement of property and expenses for temporary housing. More information and an application for assistance can be found on the Department of Human Services website.

As recovery and cleanup efforts begin, please be aware of potential scams. During times of natural disasters, fraudsters attempt to take advantage of affected individuals

claiming to offer financial assistance that doesn’t exist or pose as official representatives who are there to help. Don’t provide these people with personal information and report any suspicious activity that you may encounter. If I can be helpful to you in any way during this time of recovery, please let me know.

This week, we recognized National Voter Registration Day which encourages citizens to engage in the political process and register to vote.

September 29 also marked the official early voting window in Iowa.

Between now and Election Day, you can vote through a variety of options that’s most convenient for you.

Whether you like to vote early, by mail, or at your polling location on Election Day, Iowa makes it easy to vote, ensuring access to one of our most basic rights.

Vote by mail.

Iowans can request an absentee ballot from their County Auditor to vote by mail. Voters that have already requested an absentee ballot, should receive them after September 29. If you request to vote absentee, but decide later to vote at the polls on Election Day, you need to return your absentee ballot to your County Auditor or take it with you to your voting location.

Vote early in-person.

If you’re the type of person that likes to vote at the polls, but can’t make it on Election Day because you’re out of town or your schedule won’t permit it, you can vote early at a number of locations. Voting is available at your County Auditor’s office during normal business hours through Election Day. Satellite voting locations may also be available in your area prior to November 8.

Check with your County Auditor to find locations where you can vote early.

Vote on Election Day. If neither of these options interests you, or if you just prefer to vote at the polls, you can always go to your local polling location on November 8 to vote in person.

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When to reboot The new television season is starting to ramp up, and while I’ll probably get to a more comprehensive review of this year’s offerings, there are a couple in particular that have caught my attention. In the ongoing train wreck that has been 2016, the television industry decided to throw a bitter cherry on top by pillaging some of my favorite childhood properties for their fall line-up.

We start with “Lethal Weapon,” the gold standard of buddy-cop movies.

Now it’s a primetime series on Fox. Don’t expect to see Mel Gibson here though. Instead his character is now played by Clayne Crawford, who either couldn’t be or wasn’t asked to drop his southern accent for the role. He also puts far too much product in his hair for someone we’re expected to believe is suicidal.

Likewise, replacing Danny Glover as the perpetually “too old for this” straight man, we have Damon Waynes, who plays the character as a wisecracking cop that dresses like he just came from a 1920’s jazz club.

Outside of vaguely similar back stories for the main characters, there is very little about the show that can be traced back to the movie. Which is to be expected because outside Mel Gibson and Danny Glover’s performances there really isn’t much about “Lethal Weapon” that distinguishes it from any other buddy cop drama.

The strongest connection this TV show has to the source material seems to be the font for the logo.

But hey, at least it has that much, which brings us to “MacGyver.”

Where “Lethal Weapon” is a typical 2016 cop show that half-heartedly uses the Lethal Weapon name, CBS’s new “MacGyver” is a 2016 spy show that really wants to be like the original, but fails spectacularly.

Now I don’t want to sound like a cranky old man, but who thought that “The Adventures of Baby MacGyver” was a good idea? Nothing against Lucas Till, but he is a decade younger than Richard Dean Anderson was when the original show aired in 1985.

In spite of this, our new MacGyver

Des Moines Roundtable Discusses Police Records Policy

By Travis Fischer Public access to police records have become a hot topic in recent weeks following a court decision that determined law enforcement could withhold investigative records.

On Thursday, September 29, the Des Moines Register hosted a panel discussion of law enforcement, media, and other interested citizens to discuss all sides of the issue. Panelists invited to the discussion included Des Moines Police Sergeant Paul Perezk, State Representative Kevin Kester, former homicide detective Tim Allen, AP reporter Ryan Foley, and Cedar Rapids Gazette reporter Erin Jordan.

Providing background on the current debate, Allen explained that he is a former Louisiana homicide detective that had been investigating cold cases. His investigations ran into an obstacle when the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) denied his request for old case files. Allen, believing that DCI and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) were being too strict about their policy on releasing information took them to court to have the files released.

“I am not an information anarchist,” said Allen. “There is a time and a place for information to be released. I whole heartedly believe that there are circumstances where releasing information can endanger

an investigation and should be held closely.”

However, the specific cases that Allen was looking at were 40 or more years old, one of which had already been cleared with an arrest. However, even in these cases, the DPS and DCI denied his request for information.

“It’s that type of response that I think everybody gets when they make a request of DPS,” said Allen.

Allen’s appeal to the court system to have the records released resulted in a ruling by Polk County District Court Judge Robert Blink, who determined that, because of the placement of a comma in Iowa’s open record’s laws, law enforcement agencies can effectively seal records indefinitely. Technically speaking, unsolved cases can remain open forever and breakthroughs can happen, however Allen says he was unable to get an answer about when any actual investigative action happened on these cases.

“If after 40 years all the evidence in these cases has not been examined and all trace evidence, all possible biological evidence has not been collected and put into codes, I think that’s something the public should know about,” said Allen. “There comes a point where investigative reports become historical records.”

While Allen’s investigation centered on old cases, the debate over

open records also impacts access to current cases. Sgt. Parizek explained some of the reasons why law enforcement would want to withhold investigative details. While the Des Moines Police Department hasn’t established a policy of blanket denials, there are circumstances where they would hold back information.

“We don’t want suspects to know what information we have or where we got it,” said Parizek.

Regarding closed cases, Parizek’s first suggestion for people seeking records on closed cases is to go through the court system.

“If you want to know what happened, they’re going to have everything documented or filed,” said Parizek.

However, for supplemental files, Parizek says that sensitive information may need to be redacted to protect other cases. For instance, in gang related cases.

“The cycle of violence with gang related issues is very obvious to everyone so we may close one homicide case and there may be a lot of information in that supplemental report in the investigative files that could impact the closure of another case that we’re working on,” said Parizek. “Or it could compromise the safety of a witness or victim in a case moving forward. Then we would definitely want to hold those things back.”

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is still a secret agent that uses household items to improvise a variety of tools and traps. Except now he has large supporting cast that includes, a skilled soldier, a computer genius, and a wacky roommate that doesn’t know his friend spends his free time saving the world.

Yes, MacGyver can still unlock handcuffs with a paperclip and create an electromagnet out of stripped wiring. However these feats lose their sense of astonishment when one of his teammates can hack into every camera on the west coast to track a terrorist.

And even when MacGyver’s trademark resourcefulness does come into play, it’s not done well. In the pilot episode they need to flush out a terrorist in a hotel and we get to watch MacGyver’s team stand in awe as he uses cleaning supplies and aluminum foil to create a bucket of smoke to set off the fire alarm.

As opposed to simply pulling the fire alarm.

I’m not saying that the original series didn’t have some silly situations or use some questionable science, but even watching the original pilot this week I never felt like it was actively insulting my intelligence.

There is hope at the end of the tunnel though. Sometimes TV gets it right,

which brings us to “The Exorcist.”

The 1973 movie is one of the alltime greats and the new television show, judging from the pilot episode, appears to be on track to being worthy of the franchise. Unlike “Lethal Weapon” and “MacGyver,” “The Exorcist” television show isn’t a remake, but a sequel set in the same universe as the movie. Story connections to the original are barely present, but the atmosphere is hauntingly familiar, pun intended. Where “Lethal Weapon” feels like a generic police procedural wearing the skin of the classic movie and “MacGyver” feels like a generic spy show with Mac uncomfortably crammed in, “The Exorcist” feels like “The Exorcist.”

In spite of appearances to the contrary, I’m by no means against the idea of digging up old franchises and introducing them to a new audience.

But if it’s going to be done, it should be done the right way. Too often an attempt to modernize a classic story results in losing the traits that made it a classic in the first place. At that point, you may as well just try your hand at a new property.

Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing and watches bad television so you don’t have to.

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I was 10 years old and under the covers with my transistor radio; my folks thought I was asleep. When they looked, they saw a lump under those covers but I was really at the game. Vin Scully had taken me there. Vinny’s retirement makes us remember all he has done for us.

Transistor radios filled in the blanks at the game and away.

When TV went digital a few years ago we decided we’d had enough. We’d planned our lives around getting in for the news and sat like zombies through hours of trash in order to see a couple minutes of TV worth watching. TV was worse than shaving or smoking; eliminate a lifetime of it and we could be happy and productive for another ten or twenty years.

Instead of being mesmerized a la George Orwell, we worked, looked at birds, read, talked to each other; stuff like that. Now the TVs are smaller, and everywhere. Out in public we see people dining together looking at their “devices.” Is Big Brother in there commanding them to believe... “War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength.” ?

Now we are thinking of getting a TV antenna, for baseball. Upon moving to Iowa I adopted the Cubs as my team because I root for the underdog, Chicago has blues, and it’s close. Now the Cubs are on a tear and the Dodgers aren’t bad. I continue to think baseball represents life better than any sport.

Pick a reason, but I think it is because there is no clock, there are limitless opportunities for those with ambition, and no one to blame but yourself.

I’ve read several articles about Vinny lately that mentioned the transistor radio, after years of believing I was the only one. Could it be that all those sleepy students were pretending to be asleep so they could listen to the Dodger game? Sorta illustrates the value of

revisionist history, doesn’t it?

Scully is the only living man I’ve known longer than my barber. He started with the Dodgers the year I was born, 1950. He moved with them from Brooklyn to Los Angeles in 1957. He will call his last game Sunday afternoon with perennial rival, the Giants, who moved from New York to San Francisco that same year. Can you imagine having the same job for 67 years?

Do you think Vin Scully always had everything fall into place for a perfect job? No. But he made it right for himself and we all profited from his effort to please himself through his job to bring this game to our ears. He stuck with it for 67 years. Thank you, Mr. Scully.

The recent death of superstar prospect, Jose Fernandez, makes it all the more moving that Vinny has given so much and also that so much is at stake.

Fernandez defected from communist Cuba on his third try. He saved his mother’s life when she fell off the boat.

He was jailed after his first two attempted flights to freedom.

Another player sparked a parting commentary this year by Vin Scully, as a tiny rebuke to the leftist drivel coming from most other celebrities. Hernan Perez was up to bat for the Brewers (love that name).

Scully mused of how Perez might think of the conditions he faces here compared to his home in Venezuela: “Socialism failing to work as it always does, this time in Venezuela. You talk about giving everybody something free and all of a sudden there’s no food to eat. And who do you think is the richest person in Venezuela?

The daughter of Hugo Chavez. Hello.

Anyway, Oh and Two.” Any comments on these articles are welcome through a letter to the paper or to 4selfgovernment@gmail.com. My blog might interest you as well: www. alternativebyfritz.com

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Mark your calendar for the third annual Clear Lake community ‘Farm to Fork’ dinner

The Clear Lake Local Foods Committee has partnered with local farmers and restaurants to bring you the third annual Clear Lake ‘Harvest Moon’ Farm to Fork community dinner on Saturday, October 15, in the Opportunity Village greenhouse.

There will be a social hour beginning at 6 p.m., followed by the meal at 7 p.m. The four-course meal will feature farm-fresh ingredients from local producers, including an appetizer course of shrimp ceviche, sushi roll and two different styles of hummus, a fall salad, stuffed, roasted Cornish game hens as the main course and a dessert tart.

Live music will be provided by BJ Huffma. Tickets are on sale now at the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, BE Wellness and the Healing House Herb Shop. Seating is limited, so those interested are encouraged to get your tickets now before they are gone.

All proceeds from ticket sales are

used to fund community projects that increase knowledge of and accessibility to healthy, local foods.

“Funds from the 2014 and 2015 Farm to Fork dinners were used to revamp the Clear Lake Farmers Market, start the Share Life Summer Kids Cafe, plant the Clear Creek Elementary School garden and purchase plants for the Central Gardens Children’s Garden,” says Andrea Evelsizer, Farm to Fork Board member.

“We hope that the community will continue to support this work by attending this year’s dinner.”

This event is sponsored, in part,

by Hearing Associates and Natural Plus Nursery and in partnership with Healthy Harvest of North Iowa.

They hope you will join them for an evening of delicious, local food, live music and fun.

Readers may visit them on Facebook at ‘Clear Lake Farm to Fork’ or www.northiowafood.org for full menu descriptions and event details.

Iowa enters prime West Nile virus season The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) is reminding Iowans to take steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites in the coming weeks. Late summer and early fall are the seasons of peak West Nile virus activity in the state.

“During the summer months, packing bug spray is just part of the routine for outdoor activities,” said IDPH Deputy State Epidemiologist Dr. Ann Garvey. “Even though the seasons are changing, the mosquitoes are still biting and it’s even more important to pack bug spray for soccer, football or fall hikes than it was for summer activities.”

Iowans should take the following

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steps to reduce the risk of exposure to West Nile virus: Use insect repellent with DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus; always read the repellent label and consult with a health care provider if you have questions when using these types of products for children (for example, DEET should not be used on infants less than 2 months old and oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children under 3 years old); avoid outdoor activities at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active; and wear longsleeved shirts, pants, shoes and socks whenever possible outdoors.

Approximately 20 percent of people infected with West Nile virus will have mild to moderate symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches and vomiting. Less than one percent of people infected become seriously ill and rarely, someone dies.

So far this year, 15 cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in Iowa. Since West Nile first appeared in Iowa in 2002, it has been found in every county in Iowa, either in humans, horses, or birds. In 2015, 14 cases of West Nile virus were reported to IDPH. The last death caused

by West Nile virus was in 2010, and there were two deaths that year. For more information about West Nile virus, visit idph.iowa.gov/cade/disease-information/west-nile-virus.

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This photo illustrates one of the WA TAN YE members’ visits to a home in Garner: Front (L to R) – Shirlene VandenHeuvel (WA TAN YE member), Jeff Schmidt, Michael Schmidt, Larry Lempke, Michael Day; Back (L to R) – Carrie Morin, Mary Chambers, Joe Jauert, Stacey Brown, Samantha Hughes, Bernie Meyer (WA TAN YE member).

Garner WA TAN YE Club welcomes new residents The members of the Garner WA TAN YE Club (organization of ladies whose mission is to serve the community and surrounding area) recently published a cookbook that was sold as a fund raising project. Although the book sold very successfully, the club had a few remaining books that needed to “find a home.”

A member of the club suggested that they be given to Opportunity Village and Duncan Heights for distribution in the homes their staffs administer in the communities of Clear Lake, Mason City, Ventura, Garner and Lake Mills.

Following a Supreme Court ruling, Opportunity Village and other similar

facilities are compelled to find housing for their residents in these communities. Moving residents of the Village and Duncan Heights to homes in the community has been a very challenging task, particularly because housing for these residents had to be found or built and properly staffed around the clock, seven days a week.

Since services provided in these homes also include preparing meals, the idea of giving cookbooks with cooking tips and simple recipes that are easy to prepare was well received by the other members of the WA TAN YE Club. In addition, the WA TAN YE Club felt it would be a good way of welcoming the Opportunity

‘Orphan Train’ book is topic of free class at NIACC

The North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) will hold a free class on the NIACC common read, “Orphan Train,” on Thursday, October 6, from 3 to 5 p.m., in the Beem Center, Room 200, on the NIACC campus. This class is free to the public and no registration is required.

The class will look at the historical-fiction story and how the reality of a mass movement of over 250,000 children from the eastern

seaboard cities came west by train from 1854-1929. This plays out in a story in which Molly, a troubled 17-year old girl, develops a relationship with Vivian, an elderly widow who traveled on the Orphan Train to Minnesota in 1929. An award winning PBS documentary film titled, “West By Orphan Train,” will also be shown.

The instructor is Dennis Wilson.

Wilson is a graduate of NIACC, a Milwaukee, Canadian Pacific retired rail-

The City of Garner wishes to extend a special Thank You to John Hejlik, Adam Roberts and Mike Paca for being there to assist the Public Works department with equipment needs during the recent storm event. Whether it be a tractor, a pump, or a hose the immediate response received can make a huge difference to a home owner.

With the town of Rose Creek under the deadly control of industrialist Bartholomew Bogue, the desperate townspeople employ protection from seven outlaws, bounty hunters, gamblers and hired guns—Sam Chisolm, Josh Farraday, Goodnight Robicheaux, Jack Horne, Billy Rocks, Vasquez, and Red Harvest. As they prepare the town for the violent showdown that they know is coming, these seven mercenaries find themselves fighting for more than money.

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Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to family members, friends and neighbors for all acts of kindness and sympathy: food, flowers, donations, cards, visits and kind words spoken to our family regarding the recent passing of our Mom, Gen Seebeck.

We will miss Mom terribly, but hold on to God’s promise of seeing her again in our Eternal Home.

We want to express special appreciation to the Pastor Joel for his many words of comfort, Johnny’s and the ladies of the church for the wonderful lunch, and to the Ewing Funeral Home for their professional arrangements and caring service.

We sincerely appreciate your thoughtfulness. You will always be remembered.

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road conductor and member of the Milwaukee Railroad Historical Society.

Wilson is also a writer and community volunteer for historical preservation.

Lynch family welcomes baby girl

Richard and Rachel Lynch, of Garner, are pleased to announce the birth of a daughter, Sofie Jo Lynch, born on August 9, 2016. Sofie came into the world weighing 9 pounds 2 ounces and measured 21 inches.

Sofie has two older brothers, Blake, age 14, and Zach, age 12, and one older sister, Kacie, age 7.

Grandparents are Tim and Pauline Lynch, of Garner; Nick and Rhonda Ruppert, of Cresco; and Sheila Lynch, of Nevada, Iowa.

Public invited to area quilters guild program Oct. 6

The Lake Area Quilters Guild will meet on Thursday, October 6, at the Senior Citizens Center, 105 S. 4th Street, Clear Lake , at 7 p.m.

A program will be presented by Becky McGregor from Ankeny.

Becky was instrumental in starting the Ankeny Sewing Center. She will have posh fabrics for sale.

The public is invited at no charge, and refreshments will be served.

Buy It. Sell It. Find It. Tell It. Show It. Grow It. Love It. Try It!

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Starring: Andy Samberg, Jennifer Aniston & Kelsey Grammer Rated: PG 7:00 pm: Friday, Saturday & Wednesday 2:30 pm & 7:00 pm: Sunday 2D movies: Sunday Tickets for 2D 12 & Under: $2; Adults: $4 Tickets for 3D 12 & Under: $3; Adults: $5 Coming Attraction: The Magnificent Seven Rated PG-13

Showing October 7-13

The Magnificent Seven

Village and Duncan Heights staff and residents in these communities. Without the help of these dedicated people, where would the residents find the help they so desperately need?

As a result of the project, 35 cookbooks were distributed to the staff and residents of these homes. WA TAN YE Club members hope they will enjoy the recipes prepared by the members of the club as much as members have enjoyed meeting and visiting with these caring people.

The club members wish to convey the message that they really appreciate the staff members’ services even more since the motto of WA TAN YE is “service foremost.”

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The family of William Malek extends a sincere thank you to the West Hancock Ambulance Service, Police Department, Dr.Butler and the HCMH emergency room staff for their efficient and professional attention in assisting Dad. Thank you to Fr. Lippstock and Fr. Dubert for administering rites and celebrating the Mass, the Britt Veterans Ceremonial Unit, family, relatives, friends and neighbors who supported us with prayers, visited, and brought food. We say a special Thank You to the 16 “Country Neighbors” for the flower arrangement and memorial in Dad’s honor. We greatly appreciate the staff at Westview Care Center for their care and assistance in getting Dad prepared to return to his home. The community response to his passing is overwhelming and will always be remembered.

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Kelley Crane, Youth Entrepreneurial Education Coordinator for NIACC’s John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center speaks with fifth grade students at West Hancock Middle School in Kanawha on September 29.

Kanawha fifth graders learn about the entrepreneurial spirit Landon Evanson hancockcountynews@midamericapubcom

KANAWHA—For the past eight years, the North Iowa Area Community College John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center has visited West Hancock Middle School to share the fundamental principles of starting a business and entrepreneurship with the fifth grade classes in Kanawha, and made its annual stop on September 29.

Kelley Crane, the Youth Entrepreneurial Education Coordinator at NIACC offered a presentation that outlined the importance of leadership and stressed that responsibility, encouragement and respect were all key characteristics of successful people.

Above all else, Crane conveyed that when it came to the children’s futures, they could hold more than simply finding a job.

“Economic development is really important in Iowa and we want to plant those seeds early and just let kids know that there are options, because sometimes students are ingrained to think that they have to go to school and get ready for a certain occupation,” Crane said.

“Nobody’s really telling them that they could start their own business, and I think that’s part of empowerment and it teaches them some general economics.”

The presentation, the first of a twopart project which will conclude with a hands-on session at NIACC in Mason City on October 6, delved into the basics of business including planning, financial literacy, marketing, social responsibility and team-building skills, but was done in such a way that was easy for the students to follow.

Crane discussed that there is and always shall be a demand for the service industry, and explained that it was a field for which the students could become involved with immediately, be it through a paper route, babysitting, mowing lawns or walking dogs.

“It also teaches them what their parents do,” Crane said. “They’ll learn about money coming in and paying bills through this program. We want them to understand not just being your own boss, but employability skills, appreciating what their parents do, appreciating the cost to live and we want them to understand that investing in your community is important.”

It was a concept that had already taken hold for the children.

Each had prepared essays that de-

tailed the types of businesses they would embark on if they had one million dollars, while also focusing on monetary donations to community charities.

Right down the line, the children spoke not only of operating businesses in the Kanawha area, but also offered clear thoughts with regard to contributions to area charities ranging from children’s hospitals to animal shelters.

“The ideas start rolling for sure,” 5th grade teacher Jennifer Hammer said. “I’ve been impressed with what they’ve presented today, there have been some great ideas. It prepares them to take a simple idea and go for it, and more importantly, to be a team player.”

While the presentation covered capital, human resources and production costs, it also delved into assembling and nurturing a team with individuals who possessed the right skill sets to fulfill the various roles that every company requires, along with the message that success could be achieved in the their own backyard.

“You have business owners in the community, support them, that’s what will help the community thrive,” Crane said. “Don’t always go outside to other areas to shop. We want the kids to start understanding those elements.”

The experience will come full circle on October 6 when the children travel to NIACC for the hands-on portion of the program, where the ideas of leadership and team will materialize before their very eyes.

“Everybody does well, higher learners and lower learners, because it gives everybody a sense of ‘I can do this,’” Crane said. “It’s not all about academics and feeling like 100 percent on a test is great, they’re learning to work with their hands and they’re learning to be part of a team and feeling really good about themselves.”

It’s a challenge, but one that provides a fun opportunity for the children according to Hammer.

“When we go over to NIACC, they have to work together cooperatively for their business to be successful by the end of the work session.”

Concepts that resonate with the youngsters.

“The kids have a better understanding coming to the classroom,” Crane said.

“Five years ago, (students) hadn’t even heard the word entrepreneur. Now, at least they’ve heard that, it’s reinforced and gives them a can-do attitude.”

BRITT, Iowa - Two Hancock County Health System (HCHS) nurses recently graduated from Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa’s nurse residency program. Spencer Gear, RN, and Elizabeth Beukema, RN, completed the year long program aimed to support newly licensed registered nurses in the transition of role from student to a professional direct-care provider.

“I am so proud of Elizabeth and Spencer for completing the nurse residency program. They have shown so much growth over the past year in their professional practice and are both just amazing nurses,” said Jennifer Weiland, RN, BSN, acute care director for the HCHS’s inpatient service.

The program engages new nurses with peers and mentors, as well as providing structured support during the first year of employment. Support includes class discussion, hands-on learning and content experts who offer specific patient care perspectives.

“Most new nurses find the beginning of their career to be the most stressful and overwhelming,” said Colleen Syverson, Coordinator of Mercy – North Iowa’s nurse residency program. “With the implementation of a nurse residency program in hospitals, new nurse graduates feel

Spencer Gear, RN more support and confidence in providing patient care.”

Areas of focus include communication, building community, elevating practice to improve patient outcomes, critical thinking, professional development and progression, patient safety leadership and patient and family centered care.

“Transitioning from a student environment to direct patient care was very overwhelming,” Gear said. “To be involved in a program like this was great, as I was able to listen to what other new nurses were going through and realize that I was not alone in my experiences. We were able to learn from each other, and the content and experts that came to

Klemme Potpourri hosts guest night The Klemme Potpourri Club held a guest night as its first meeting of the year on Monday, September 19.

President Karen Priebe welcomed

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President Priebe introduced Connie Schmidt Sherber, the speaker for the evening, who told about her trip to areas in Nepal and in the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai.

Connie said it was a lesson in contrasts with Nepal being a poor country and the UAE being wealthy and very progressive.

Following the lesson, members and guests gathered for fellowship and lunch that consisted of pumpkin dessert, nuts, chocolates, and coffee.

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Nurses in the program must be employed by one of the hospitals within Mercy Health Network – North Iowa, which includes Hancock County Health System. A total of 55 nurses have graduated from the program since its inception in July 2014.

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The next meeting will be held in the Community Building on Monday, October 16. Plans will then be made for the Ham Harvest Supper, which will be held on Saturday, November 5. Following the supper, the Klemme American Legion will hold its annual Bingo Feather Party.

Any area woman who is interested in joining or visiting should contact Jean Baack at 587-2479.

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In the article titled “A tough little Belgian” from last week’s issue of The Leader, JoAnne Burress and Louise Zrostlik’s ages were mis-stated. JoAnne is 84, and youngest sister Louise is 77.

LifeServe Blood Center thanks local volunteer blood donors

DES MOINES, Iowa – LifeServe Blood Center wishes to thank all the wonderful blood donors who volunteered their time to make a life-saving blood donation at the recent Corwith Community Blood Drive.

A total of 17 people registered to donate blood, and 18 units of blood were collected.

A special thank you goes out to Leona Welter and Corwith Royal Neighbors for helping to organize and sponsor this blood drive. Committed volunteers are key to maintaining the blood supply in local communities.

Kanawha men start fall term

Submitted by Rodger Tveiten After taking the summer off, the Kanawha men’s Bible study has resumed regular Saturday sessions. The men meet at 9 a.m. in the community room of the Kanawha City Hall. Coffee is always provided, and there are usually cookies.

One or more of Kanawha’s four male pastors provide guidance for the group. The pastors are Jason Seman of the Wright Christian Reformed Church, Brian Hofman of the Kanawha Christian Reformed Church, Mark Heath of the Kanawha United Methodist Church and Geoff White of the Kanawha Lutheran Church.

New students are welcome. Extra Bibles are available. The study this week is the life of Joseph as recorded in Genesis, Chapter 42, of the Old Testament.

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Thursday, October 6, 2016 ... Library closed ... Garbage pick-up Friday, October 7, 2016 ... Clinic closed on Fridays ... Library open 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ... Adult Book Club, reading “Lila” by Marilynne Robinson, 10 a.m.

Saturday, October 8, 2016 ... Library open 9 a.m. to Noon.

Sunday, October 9, 2016 ... Church Services throughout Kanawha. See the church directory each week for details.

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Eagles volleyball fall to Belmond-Klemme Landon Evanson hancockcountynews@midamericapubcom

BELMOND – After snapping an eight-match losing streak with a victory at the Dunkerton tournament on September 24, the West Hancock High School volleyball team has not won a single set, including a 25-23, 25-14, 25-19 loss to Belmond-Klemme on September 27.

“It was an excellent, competitive match,” West Hancock coach Jennifer Hammer said. “It was the best we have played for several matches.”

West Hancock’s (2-14) improved play was thanks largely to “a new 5-1 offense” and “a different combination of starters,” Hammer said.

“Most hits on our part were placed

on the court tonight.”

While serve reception continues to be a “negative factor,” according to Hammer, several players delivered solid performances.

Faith Hammer led the way with eight assists, while Amanda Chizek contributed four kills and three solo blocks. Kaylee Hudspeth notched two kills to go along with two service aces and Sydney Burgardt added a solo block.

The Eagles have lost 11 consecutive sets since their victory over Waterloo Christian School on the 24th, and will seek to get back into the win column when they host Bishop Garrigan, Algona on October 4.

It will be the final regular season home match of the season.

Cardinals fall to Hampton in five sets GHV’s volleyball team moved away from TIC play last week with their only scheduled action being a non-conference match at Hampton.

The Cardinals seemed to be on a roller coaster through the contest before dropping the match in five sets.

GHV gained the early advantage with a 25 – 17 win in the first set only to see Hampton even things up with a 25 – 20 decision in game two.

The Cardinals regained the upper hand with a 25 – 19 win in the third set but the Bulldogs rallied for a 25 – 20 win in game four. The home team then prevailed 15 – 10 in the fifth set for the match win.

Hannah Lau and Mackenzie Van Gerpen pummeled the Bulldogs with 20 kills apiece. Carlie Knutson added a dozen kills with Bailee Frayned earning credit for 45 assists in the match. GHV displayed some

impressive defensive efforts in the match with Van Gerpen recording 19 digs followed by Knutson with 16. Frayne, Lau, Fede Monteleone and Jacki Van Oort all added 10 digs to the effort.

The Cardinals are now 11-7 overall and will complete TIC play this week at North Union. GHV will then host Rockford on Thursday.

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Handicap Game: Men – 298 Jeremy Berg, 290 Steve Usher, 288 Jerry Craig; Women – 253 Shelley Turner, 252 Rebecca Hill, 250 Amanda Achemire. Team Handicap Series: 3426 Split Happens, 3412 All Stars, 3283 Singelstad Hardware. Handicap Series: Men – 748 Shawn Torgerson, 744 Denny Schmidt, 743 Jeremy Berg; Women – 697 Rebecca Hill, 676 Shelley Turner, 644 Amanda Achemire.

Wednesday Super Bowl September 21 1 Super Bowl 136 64 2 The Bad Sandbaggers 133 67 3 10th Frame 132 68 4 Singlestad Hardware 113.5 86.5 5 FCA-VIP 101 99 6 Chrysler of Forest City 99 101 7 Thompson Roofing 84.5 115.5 8 We Five 78.5 121.5 9 WCTA 69.5 130.5 Team Scratch Game: 1016 10th Frame, 977 The Bad Sandbaggers, 947 Thompson Roofing. Scratch Game: Men – 269 Jordy Plagge, 240 Jacob Haugen, 238 Roger Harford; Women – 148 Cheryl Bakken, 99 Kathy Peterson. Team Scratch Series: 3008 10th Frame, 2877 The Bad Sandbaggers, 2821 Thompson Roofing. Scratch Series: Men – 722

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Jordy Plagge, 682 Roger Harford, 646 Brian Thompson; Women – 433 Cheryl Bakken, 284 Kathy Peterson.

Team Handicap Game: 1175 FCAVIP, 1161 10th Frame, 1140 The Bad Sandbaggers. Handicap Game: Men – 283 Jacob Haugen, 280 Joseph Usher, 269 Jordy Plagge; Women – 213 Cheryl Bakken, 209 Kathy Peterson. Team Handicap Series: 3443 10th Frame, 3379 Thompson Roofing, 3366 The Bad Sandbaggers.

Handicap Series: Men – 744 Jacob Haugen, 729 Heath Weber, 729 Scott Plagge; Women – 628 Cheryl Bakken, 614 Kathy Peterson.

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Thursday Super Bowl September 22 1 Heath’s Computer 13 7 2 Sh-Boom’s 10 10 3 Fred’s Girls 10 10 4 Strike Harder 7 13 Team Scratch Game: 644 Fred’s Girls, 586 Sh-Boom’s, 576 Heath’s Computer. Scratch Game: Men – 174 Eli Bruns, 169 Heath Heimer, 105 Cody Michael; Women – 191 Sue Byro, 173 Donna Erickson, 172 Jaime Fredrickson. Team Scratch Series: 1838 Fred’s Girls, 1730 ShBoom’s, 1634 Heath’s Computer.

Scratch Series: Men – 467 Heath Heimer, 450 Eli Bruns, 297 Cody Michael; Women – 500 Sue Byro, 485 Jaime Fredrickson, 454 Erin Newby.

Team Handicap Game: 864 Fred’s Girls, 839 Sh-Boom’s, 829 Heath’s Computer. Handicap Game: Men – 229 Eli Bruns, 218 Heath Heimer,

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8 Strikers 1 7 9 Holy Split 1 7 Team Scratch Game: 682 CPS, 655 Tue-Rout, 621 Bradshaw-McMahon. Scratch Game: Men – 232 Jerry Francis, 222 Mike Kramer, 210 Dan Hansmeier; Women – 181 Alma Walker, 175 Jill Kramer, 169 Jeanie Purvis. Team Scratch Series: 1882 CPS, 1864 Tue-Rout, 1678 Schulz-Francis. Scratch Series: Men – 593 Jerry Francis, 580 Jeff Schmidt, 572 Dan Hansmeier; Women – 474 Alma Walker, 438 Ronda Francis, 433 Jeanie Purvis. Team Handicap Game: 846 CPS, 823 Tue-Rout, 816 Bradshaw-McMahon.

Handicap Game: Men – 265 Jerry Francis, 239 Dan Hansmeier, 236 Jeff Schmidt; Women – 235 Colleen Rout, 231 Jill Kramer, 214 Alma Walker. Team Handicap Series: 2374 CPS, 2368 Tue-Rout, 2263 Holy Split. Handicap Series: Men – 692 Jerry Francis, 676 Jeff Schmidt, 659 Dan Hansmeier; Women – 611 Colleen Rout, 573 Alma Walker, 570 Ronda Francis.

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Colton Francis carries the ball on the fourth of his five touchdowns in West Hancockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 52-13 Homecoming victory over Newman Catholic on September 30.

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At the conclusion of the Homecoming Parade on September 30, Britt assistant fire chief and radio announcer Kevin Wilson asked the assemblage at Bob Sanger Field to cheer loud enough for Newman Catholic to hear it all the way over in Mason City.

If the Knights didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hear the Eagle battle cry of â&#x20AC;&#x153;V-I-C-T-O-R-Yâ&#x20AC;? that afternoon, they certainly felt it a few hours later as West Hancock dominated both sides of the ball in a convincing 52-13 victory.

The Eagles went three-and-out on their first possession, and it looked like two high scoring teams might engage in a defensive battle early.

That was before West Hancock (5-1) started turning defense into offense.

Newman Catholic (4-2) set up to punt on its second possession, but the snap soared, which gave the Eagles fantastic field position. Moments later, Colton Francis scored the first of his five touchdowns, and the Eagles would score on each of their next six possessions.

Dylan Eckels intercepted a pass on the Knightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ensuing offensive effort and Francis scored again to make it 16-0 after one quarter.

The domination didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t end there.

After punting on its next possession, Newman Catholic was again victimized by an interception, this time by MaCoy Yeakel. As you might have guessed, each was followed by a Colton Francis touchdown.

The scoreboard read 30-0 with 7:46 to play in the opening half.

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the red zone once in half, but with a first and goal on the West Hancock eight-yard line, Hunter Hagen delivered a sack that pushed Newman back to the 16. It was as close as the Knights would come to pay dirt, and eventually turned the ball over on downs.

What happened next was a microcosm of the entire game.

Nick Lemmon broke through the middle of the line, cut left to distance himself from Newmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s linebackers and sprinted down the sideline for a touchdown that had the Eaglesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sideline and fans in a frenzy.

It was 45-0 at the midway point, and West Hancock head coach Bob Sanger was impressed with â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our ability to play and just come out and get after things from the get-go and just play hard, everybody playing hard and playing as a team.â&#x20AC;?

Bennett Bruns accounted for West Hancockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s final touchdown of the game, and while Newman had been averaging 40 points per game offensively, they were relegated to Skylar Alexander and Ben Jacobs scores in the third and fourth quarters, respectively, when the game had already been determined.

Colton Francis finished with 145 yards on 19 carries, part of an Eagles rushing attack that accumulated 403 yards on the ground. It was the fourth consecutive game that West Hancock had eclipsed that mark, and Francis gives all the credit to the offensive line. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very awesome (playing behind the line),â&#x20AC;? Francis said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You see those holes and that green grass and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re gone.â&#x20AC;?

Though the fullback doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t shy away from contact when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called for. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just try to go out there and pound, pound, pound until they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to hit me anymore,â&#x20AC;? Francis said.

Lemmonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big run accounted for his yardage, Eckels went for 86 yards on five chances, Bruns had 45 yards on eight totes and Jordan Weiland failed to run for 100 yards or a score for the first time this season, but picked up 42 yards on six opportunities.

Ben Eisenman led the team with 7.5 tackles, followed by Weilandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5.5 and Eckels finished with a pair of picks.

The Eagles will travel to Rockford next week, and while Sanger likes the way the team is playing at the moment, he wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow them to look past a winless team that has lost by an average of 37 points this season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Boy, I tell you, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m impressed,â&#x20AC;?

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Sanger said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very happy with where weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re at right now. We just have to keep it rolling.â&#x20AC;?

Five consecutive wins, not having to factor the passing game into the equation either of the past two weeks and a thunderous ground game still have West Hancockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legendary coach focused on what the team needs to do to continue being successful. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to execute,â&#x20AC;? Sanger said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will work on some different stuff and keep the same rhythm in the backfield and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to play defense, assignment defense.â&#x20AC;?

Sanger concluded with the idea that Francis may have scored five times but â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a team game,â&#x20AC;? alluding to the play of the offensive line, running backs on the outside and defensive performance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People like to cite individuals, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a team game.â&#x20AC;?

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GHVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nick Joynt races down the sidelined during the Cards 38-17 loss to Clarion-Goldfield. Joynt was one of the few bright spots for the Cards, rushing for 119 yards, caught 8 passes for 132 yards and had 3 solo and 12 assisted tackles on the night.

GHV found themselves needing quick scores. At the eight minute mark in the fourth quarter, Ryan Meyers found Joynt on a 25-yard scoring pass and Burkeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PAT closed the gap to 32 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17.

Unfortunately that would be the final GHV score of the game while Clarion decided to add one more touchdown to the board in the final seconds of the game, making the score at the end 38 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17.

Offensively, the Cardinal offense played a strong game finishing with over 400 yards on the night. Nick Joynt and Conner Shaw both surpassed the 100-yard mark, gaining

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The Cardinals needed only four plays to reach the end zone on the opening possession of the second half. After beginning the drive on the Cardinal six-yard line, Nick Joynt broke free for a 59-yard dash and then followed with a nine-yard scoring run. Burke added the PAT kick and with only one minute into the second half GHV was back into the game at 19 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10.

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Cardinal Boys Dominate at Hampton Race GHV has become accustomed to winning team titles at boys’ cross-country meets and last week’s event at Hampton added another trophy to the collection. The Cards easily outdistanced the remainder of the field, scoring 28 points while the next finisher Humboldt was well behind with 44.

Reece Smith picked up another first place finish with a time of 16:24. Logan Dalbeck and Ray Cataldo finished second and fourth respectively with times of 16:56 and 17:34 while Austin Siegrist was tenth with a personal-record time of 17:50. Derek Brown completed the team total with an 11 th place finish in 17:56. Nathan Larson and Andy Schreur completed the varsity roster as Larson placed 27th with a personal record time of 19:18 and Schreur was 31st in 19:39.

GHV assistant coach Emberly Alberson noted that many of the racers recorded personal record times at the meet, making for a very exciting evening.

Junior varsity runners finishing the night with personal record times

included Dalton Kelley (19:30), Tyler Obermann (19:33), Matt Heinemann (20:48), Patrick Carew (21:05), Drew Furst (21:21), Braden Hess (21:27), Keegan Clark (22:48), Sam Childress (22:48), Seth Miller (22:56), Austin Mohlis (22:57) and Luke Hansen (23:05).

Also representing GHV in the JV race were Lucas Rayhons (20:18), Luke Brown (20:19), Dalton Hawe (20:22), Andrew Dornbier (20:49), Jordan Upmeyer (23:29), McKinley Hawe (23:58), Austin Case (24:26) and Derek Neuberger (27:16).

The Cardinals will compete in one race this week, traveling to Eagle Grove on Thursday.

Complete team scores from the Hampton meet follow.

GHV Humboldt Eagle Grove West Fork Clarion-Goldfield Sumner/Fredericksburg Nashua-Plainfield Osage St. Ansgar St. Edmond Belmond

28 44 77 103 147 198 213 224 237 240 250

GHV Girls Excel at Hampton Race GHV’s youthful girls’ cross-country team has shown steady improvement this season and last week’s race at Hampton proved to be an exciting night for the Cards. Four of the seven varsity racers along with two JV runners recorded personal records on the Hampton course.

As a team, GHV placed fifth out of 10 teams with 127 points. Osage won the team title with 42 points followed

by Humboldt with 61.

Hannah Whelan paced the Cards placing 14th in a personal record time of 22:05. Rebekah Larson finished 19th in 22:44 followed by Rachel Sokol (29th, 22:39 – pr) and Sadie Oulman (31st, 23:52 – pr).

Nicole Upmeyer completed GHV’s team score by placing 34th in 23:55.

Elexis Carrison finished in 42nd place with a personal record time of 25:15 and Emma Whelan was 53rd in 26:13.

A pair of junior varsity runners recorded personal record times. Taylor Boggs and Kayla Leerar were both able to run their best ever times, finishing the race in 28:31 and 31:48 respectively. Other JV runners included Emily Howke (27:30), Hannah Wellik (27:30), Katie Oetken (30:57), Jillian Heitland (25:48) and Mara Anderson (25:47).

The Cardinals will run at Eagle Grove on Thursday in their only race of the week.

Team scores from the Hampton cross-country meet follow.

The West Hancock cross-country meet against Garner-Hayfield-Ventura, which had been scheduled for Monday, September 26 at the Garner Golf and Country Club, was

cancelled on Friday, September 23 because the golf course was under water. The Eagles’ next meet will be with Rice Lake on Monday, October 3.

Osage Humboldt St. Edmond West Fork GHV Sumner St. Ansgar Nashua-Plainfield Central Springs Clarion-Goldfield

42 61 80 115 127 137 147 182 265 291

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GHV FOOTBALL from page 7 the Cowboy offense found too many openings this week. Clarion finished the night with 384 rushing yards while needing to pass the ball only four times in the game. Theobald was a busy man for the Cardinal defensive unit, finishing the game with 10 solo tackles and four assists. Joynt added three solos and a dozen assists followed by Shaw with four solos and five assists. Other defensive leaders included Jace Pringnitz with four solos and an assist, Dane Whipple with two solos and two assists and Burke with a solo and six assists.

Cardinal coach Scott Van Dusseldorp commented, “Friday night we struggled a little stopping the run. We will shore up some things and improve upon our run defense. The athletes continued to battle through the whole game but we just came up a little short. We will battle back and contin-

ue to fight through this very difficult district. We travel to Cresco this week to face the district leader. It will be a good test of how well we can improve on our run defense.”

With the playoff field reduced to only two teams per district, the Cardinals find themselves needing to pick up some big wins against very tough competition. GHV will look to bounce back and stay in the playoff hunt this week as they travel to undefeated and league-leading Crestwood on Friday.

Selected statistics from last week’s homecoming football game follow.

First downs Rush att Rush yds Pass att Pass comp Pass yds Time of poss Turnovers Penalties Pen yds

GHV 19 37 220 23 14 194 21:24 3 4 27

C-G 20 60 384 4 1 10 26:36 1 6 40

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Everyone is busy, it goes without saying. We all get up early and run all day long, but very few of us can actually say that every minute of our day, from sun-up to sundown are accounted for.

West Hancock cross country and volleyball athlete Kaylee Hudspeth can, however.

How does the phrase go, “You never know until you’ve walked a mile in someone else’s shoes?”

Let’s grab a pair of Hudspeth’s sneakers and walk through what a typical day looks like for the senior standout.

Are you ready?

Okay, take a deep breath.

The morning begins at 4:30 a.m. (though Hudspeth admittedly hits snooze until 5), and not because she has to milk cattle, but because she needs to rise and make eggs for a little nutrition before her day goes into hyper-drive.

After a few nibbles, Hudspeth tosses the remaining half of her breakfast into a Ziploc container (more on that later), brushes her teeth, packs her lunch (more on that later still) and then grabs her computer and a change of clothes because she’ll be showering at school.

After her hair is neatly placed in a ponytail, Hudspeth puts on some sweatpants if it’s cold and departs for Britt.

Hudspeth’s parents live in Eagle’s Nest, which is about five miles outside of town, but once she reaches Britt, she doesn’t simply head for the high school. Instead, Hudspeth drives over to pick up teammate Natalie Lemmon so they can make their way to practice.

After a 5-10 minute warm-up, Hudspeth and the other runners complete whatever workout coach Holly Lang had prepared for them, which usually lasts about 45 minutes and runs the clock to 7 a.m. or a little after.

From there, Hudspeth showers, changes into the clothes that accompanied her on the trip and grabs the Ziploc container.

“I warm (the aforementioned eggs) up in the lunch room and eat them as I’m walking to the car to meet the other kids so we can leave for Garner,” Hudspeth said.

The two-sport participant takes Composition, Intro to Entrepreneurship and Emerging Business Practices and Technologies, college preparatory classes at North Iowa Area Community College’s business hub.

It’s 7:50 in the morning.

Four other students make the trek to NIACC along with Hudspeth, and each has a designated day to drive.

Hudspeth drives on Mondays.

Those classes last until 10:30, at which time Hudspeth and her colleagues climb back into the car for the trip back to West Hancock High.

That drive virtually ensures that Hudspeth will be late for Physics, but she has an arrangement with the teacher. Hudspeth is allowed 5-10 minutes of cushion to reach the classroom, and she has a one-on-one at the class’ conclusion to get caught up before lunch.

Which brings us back to that prepacked meal.

“I bring my lunch every day because I’m a health nut,” Hudspeth laughs. That she chooses to eat food

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Kaylee Hudspeth tracks statistics during the Homecoming football game, just one of her many responsibilities. from home rather than what the school provides is not unusual, it’s how the food she elects to eat comes about. “I like meal prep on Sundays for the entire week. I make a ton of chicken and rice and bring them with vegetables. I warm up my food so I actually have to eat at lunch time.”

Hudspeth laughs again. For as much as she does on a daily basis, Hudspeth is always smiling, engaging and laughing with an almost incomprehensible amount of energy. “(Hudspeth) is always upbeat and friendly to everyone, no matter who they are,” cross country head coach Holly Lang said.

It’s not quite noon, and Hudspeth has already done more than most accomplish in a full day.

That doesn’t mean that Hudspeth doesn’t struggle sometimes. Like with gym class right after her homemade nourishment.

“It’s not ideal because it’s right after lunch, that doesn’t really matter,” Hudspeth said. “I don’t like gym because I don’t like the working out three times a day thing,” once again Hudspeth giggles.

The president of the student council also owns a 3.5 grade point average and helps out with the concession stand for the junior varsity football team and tracks statistics for the varsity club for both home and road games, but her day is only half finished.

Before the day’s classes come to a close, Hudspeth has study hall, which is a half-hour she takes full advantage of to whittle away at homework. Sometimes. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, she heads over to the third grade classroom of the connected middle school for Students Educating Students. Hudspeth helps those kids with homework and they read to her.

Most would refer to that as a full day, but once that final bell rings shortly before 3:30 p.m., Hudspeth tackles the extracurricular portion of her routine.

Volleyball practice begins at 3:40 p.m., and though it’s often finished at 5:30, there is homework or JV football or planning for homecoming activities to deal with.

“It always seems like ‘Oh, I can go to bed at 7 o’clock,’ but there’s always 400 things going on at night,” Hudspeth’s laugh returns.

But wait, what about those days where Hudspeth has a cross country meet and a volleyball match on the same day?

“I get to sleep in that day, but I don’t really count that as sleeping in because it’s only 6:30,” Hudspeth laughs. “Sleeping in is 10 o’clock.”

The daily academic routine applies, but then comes a bus ride to the meet, running, traveling back to Britt and “I change for volleyball and do the game, then go home around 9:45. I don’t even know what time we’re done actually, then work on homework till 11 or 11:30.”

The constant motion and attention catches up with Hudspeth, who notes that she runs into a wall about three times a day, most recently in Spanish class. The group was watching a film and Hudspeth drifted off for about 20 minutes, but her first thought was not about how fatigued she was, but rather about her teacher’s feelings.

“I felt really bad, I didn’t want her to think the movie was boring,” Hudspeth said. “I just hit a wall. I was done.”

For all Hudspeth does day to day, a part-time job is not part of the equation thanks to an arrangement she’d made with her parents.

“That was our thing going into high school,” Hudspeth said. “If I

was involved in sports, I didn’t’ have to have a job.” It’s something that Hudspeth is thankful for.

“Quote me here, ‘Thank you mom and dad.’ If I had a job I’d be done,” once more Hudspeth laughs.

Despite the appreciation Hudspeth has for her parents, she acknowledges that when she’s worn down and stressed, they are the recipients of her frustration.

“They definitely get the brunt of it,” Hudspeth said. Though she quickly rectifies the situation, “I apologize to them if I’m being a brat.

I’ll text my mom and say ‘I’m really sorry. I’m not like this.’”

“I try to be a positive person,” Hudspeth says, and her drive is what motivates her to endure a hectic schedule, even when she was so overwhelmed at the beginning of this school year that she felt like walking away from both sports.

“I was struggling with it. I just wanted it to be done,” Hudspeth said. “I just couldn’t handle it.

As is customary with Hudspeth, however, she caught a second wind.

“I cannot quit. That’s just a no go for me,” Hudspeth said. “I’ll catch myself not going 100 percent during volleyball practice and that’s hard for me because if I’m not going to be helping myself and helping the team, then why am I here?”

Lang recognizes and appreciates the senior’s dedication.

“She has a never quit attitude,” Lang said. “If you need her somewhere, she’s there.”

It didn’t take long for that drive to once again kick into high gear.

“I can’t be half-hearted on anything,” Hudspeth said. “I try to put 100 percent of myself into whatever I’m doing at the time.” “(Hudspeth) is constantly bettering herself and is easily coachable,” volleyball head coach Jennifer Hammer said. “She is just a super person.”

Even when that means teaching Sunday school at church or working out with a trainer in Ankeny during the winter in preparation for track in the spring. It’s time consuming, but Hudspeth laughs and sees the best in things.

“I’ll go four or five days without seeing my mom and we live in the same house,” Hudspeth cackles, recognizing the humor of what she is saying.

But that’s when Hudspeth returns home to settle in for the night. Even if she doesn’t see her mother, Hudspeth finishes her homework and grabs her Comp or a nutrition book or something from bible study to inch just a little closer to marking one more thing off her list.

Hudsepth has to stay ahead of the clock. Tomorrow will arrive quickly, after all.

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Garner-hayfield-ventura Homecoming 2016 Photos by Rebecca Peter | The Leader

V-I-C-T-O-R-Y! That’s our Cardinal battle cry!

Garner-Hayfield-Ventura volleyball team in the 2016 Homecoming Parade.

Three cheers for the GHV Cardinals!

GHV football coach Scott Van Dusseldorf addresses Cardinal fans during the pep rally.

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The GHV band plays during the pep rally.

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GHV Class of 2017 (seniors) placed second in with their homecoming float. The senior class won A-frame contest and overall “spirit” honors.

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West Hancock Homecoming 2016 Photos by Landon Evanson | The Leader

The West Hancock football cheerleaders execute some stunting at the Homecoming Coronation on September 29.

A pair of West Hancock football players look on as the student council plays a PowerPoint presentation of their baby pictures at the Homecoming Coronation on September 29.

Bailee Leerar and Jordan Weiland are name Homecoming Queen and King, with last year’s royalty Maria Gonzalez and Sam Smith behind them at West Hancock’s Homecoming Coronation on September 29.

Head football coach Bob Sanger addresses the crowd about the importance of the West Hancock community at the Homecoming Coronation on September 29.

The West Hancock Homecoming Court, listed left to right: (Girls) Ryleigh Hudspeth, Krongkwan (Gift) Chareonsil, Sydney Hudspeth, Anna Chizek, Faith Hammer, Kaylee Hudspeth, Bailee Leerar and Alyssa Tegtmeyer; (Boys) Jordan Weiland, Nick Hunt, Garrett Fosdick, Ben Eisenman, Dylan Eckels, Colton Francis, Bennett Bruns and Josef Smith.

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Iowa Farm Bureau members push for expanded trade Twenty-one Farm Bureau members representing Iowa Farm Bureau’s Ag Leaders Institute visited Washington, D.C., Sept. 13-15, to share concerns with elected officials and various agricultural department leaders.

The Farm Bureau leaders urged lawmakers to support bringing the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) forward for a vote, and noted the TPP deal would raise farm income by $4.4 billion annually, which would provide a huge boost to Iowa farm families during a downturned ag economy.

Those participating in the trip included Tara Jo Pralle of Hampton and Kody Trampel of Klemme.

Trampel serves on the Hancock County Farm Bureau Board of Directors.

The members also emphasized the importance of basing regulatory decisions on sound science, which the farmers said the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is ignoring in a proposal to ban atrazine use and implement the controversial Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule.

The leaders spoke with all four of Iowa’s U.S. congressmen, Iowa’s two senators, Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst, and representatives from various federal agencies and organizations including the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).

In addition to discussing the importance of trade and concerns with EPA regulations, the Iowa farmers urged members of Congress to protect the crop insurance programs that so many farmers rely on to

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Tara Jo Pralle of Hampton and Kody Trampel of Klemme were among 21 Iowa Farm Bureau members to attend the Ag Leader’s Institute in Washington D.C. stay sustainable. As Congress begins their discussions regarding the next farm bill, members shared the importance of crop insurance, especially for young farmers with less equity in their operations.

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ROUNDTABLE from page 3 Parizek also explained that the motives behind the request also factor into the decision of whether to withhold or release information.

“I will forever argue that the spirit of that law was to inform and educate, not to entertain,” said Parizek.

“When we have certain requests that are clearly based on entertainment as opposed to informing and educating the public then you’re probably not going to get the same response.”

Citing two recent examples, Parizek explained that they have withheld video on a case where a fleeing suspect crashed into a bystander’s car, causing a fatal accident. The suspect has claimed that police pushed his car into the bystander.

“I have seen the video. We did not hit that man’s car,” said Parizek.

“There’s nothing I would like more than to put that video out, just to put that whole thing to rest.”

However, Des Moines Police hasn’t released the video out of concern that it may compromise the suspects right to a fair trial and that it

may set a precedent that would make it harder to justify withholding other videos. Such as a request for the video of the fatal car accident earlier this year when a drunk driver hit a police transport, killing two officers, the prisoner, and the driver.

“My response to them was ‘I’ll burn the building down before I let that video out,’” said Parizek. “The reason for that is that I see no educational value, nothing that could inform the public, about that. All it’s going to do is cause horrible pain.”

But while Parizek argued for law enforcement to have the ability to withhold information that doesn’t serve the public, the counter argument warns that such practices open the door for law enforcement to pick and choose which information gets released based on how good it makes them look.

“That is what I fear the road we’re going down,” said Foley. “That the police will use their discretion to release information that makes them look good and clears their officers of wrong doing, but that they will hold it back in cases where maybe there is questionable conduct on behalf of

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the police.”

Foley provided an example of a recent case in Waterloo, where video of police brutalizing a man who had led them on a high speed chase was withheld on the investigative records exemption. Foley was able to receive a copy of the video from the suspects attorney and the subsequent release of the video has led to an ongoing discussion about police conduct in Waterloo.

“I worry that, in cases like that, it’s being misused,” said Foley.

The panel discussion opened up debate over who should be the gatekeeper when determining whether or not investigative files, particularly regarding video, should be released to the public, the police or the media.

Under Iowa law, law enforcement does not legally have to release anything but the incident report. The more informative supplemental materials are released at their discretion. Changing that would require a legislative action.

On that subject, Representative Kester said that Chapter 22, the public records law, was written before the advent of much of the technology

used today in police investigations and is in need of an update.

“There are 67 exemptions on how to conceal a public record,” said Kester. “There is a need for change in the law.”

Police body cam video in particular has become a complicated area when it comes to law enforcement policy. With law enforcement officers regularly entering people’s homes, not to mention schools and hospitals, there are unanswered questions on when police should be recording, who should see those videos, and even how long the video should be kept.

For instance, if police video a subject should that person have the right to see the video? In some cases Parizek says that they have allowed people to privately view video, but there is no policy or law mandating that they do so.

Other complications include video that is taken, but not attached to any specific criminal charges. Video of alleged police brutality may end up in an officer’s personnel file, rather than a court case, making it much more legally difficult to force into

public view. Police are establishing their own protocols for when video is taken and how it is handled, but because it’s such complicated a subject it is difficult to develop simple rules for every situation.

“We know that this is going to be a moving target for years to come because there is no legislation, because the technology evolves,” said Parizek. “Right now, what we’re left to deal with is Chapter 22 as it reads right now.”

The crux of the issue seems to always come back on a lack of trust between law enforcement and the citizenry. Though most law enforcement agencies in the state apply common sense policies that find a middle ground between withholding sensitive information and respecting the people’s right to know, some agencies can and have used the exemptions in the public records law to circumvent its original intent.

The panel found no conclusive solutions to the issue during their discussion, but the information provided from multiple points of views shed light on the many different factors that need to be considered.

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Meeting to discuss Eldred Sherwood Lake water quality improvement

KLEMME – Iowans interested in the results of a DNR study to improve water quality in Eldred Sherwood Lake in Hancock County can attend a meeting Oct. 12. Citizens are encouraged to bring their questions and ideas to improve the lake to the meeting for discussion.

Eldred Sherwood Lake is on the state’s list of impaired waters for high levels of algae. The current study, or DNR water quality improvement plan, shows how these problems are caused by too much phosphorus in the lake. The problem impacts recreation on the lake.

The plan explores the amounts and sources of phosphorus entering the lake and offers potential solutions to reduce those levels and work toward fixing the problem. The document is designed as a guide for local resource agencies, partners, stakeholders and residents to improve the lake.

Staff from the DNR’s Watershed Improvement Program will be on hand to answer questions.

The Oct.12 meeting will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Klemme Community Center, 204 E Main St. in Klemme. Those not able to attend the public meeting can receive more information at www.iowadnr. gov/Environment/WaterQuality/ WatershedImprovement/WatershedResearchData/WaterImprovementPlans/PublicMeetingsPlans.aspx and submit comments on the plan by Oct. 31 via e-mail to: jeff.berckes@ dnr.iowa.gov After gathering Iowans’ comments, the DNR will forward the final plan, also called by its technical name of Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL), to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for approval.

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Corn and soybean fields near Nora Springs are submerged underseveral inches of rain after a wet summer has saturated the ground and heavy rains moved through North Iowa.

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By Matthew Wilde, ISA senior writer Combines and grain carts are on the move in southern Iowa but will likely remain idle for some time in the northern part as farmers wait for fields to dry.

Monday’s weekly U.S. Department of Agriculture Crop Progress and Condition Report said “some” corn and soybeans have been harvested. But excessive rains have flooded fields and raised concerns about crop damage.

Record soybean and corn production is predicted statewide, according to the latest government estimates.

Farmers and agronomists in northern Iowa just don’t see it. Fears of a delayed harvest, lower yields and poor grain quality have doused once high expectations.

“If we don’t get some dry weather, there will be legitimate issues with grain quality and quantity,” said Brent Renner, a newly elected Iowa Soybean Association Board member who farms near Klemme.

Torrential rains fell north of Highway 20 last week compounding issues from July and August, which were the wettest on record for the state. According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, precipitation totals ranged from 2 to 10-plus inches with the epicenter in

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That’s good news for farmers. But the damage has already been done in some areas.

Renner examined a few corn ears from a saturated field recently finding sprouts and white mold. Stalk and ear rot is also an issue because plants haven’t had time to properly dry due to persistent moisture, he said.

Soybeans are still in good shape for the most part, Renner added. But additional heavy rains or wind could cause fragile pods to shatter, drop or rot if submerged in water.

“If we can get out (soon) and start harvesting there probably won’t be a problem. But if harvest is significantly delayed, we’ll run out of time to avoid corn quality concerns.”

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship recently issued an alert that grain impacted by river flooding may be considered adulterated by the Food and Drug Administration making it not suitable for feed or food.

Grain buyers are paying attention as excess rains become the enemy.

Don Roose, founder and president of U.S. Commodities in West Des Moines, said it’s common for prices to rise and fall during harvests due to weather worries.

December corn and November soybeans on the Chicago Board of Trade rallied 16 cents and 30 cents per bushel, respectively, earlier this month. Prices have since retreated.

If problems continue in the Midwest, Roose said buyers will want some sales on the books.

“The start of harvest should be a little more aggressive,” he said. “The trade remembers what happened in Argentina.”

Heavy rains earlier this year delayed harvest in the major South American soybean producing nation and caused substantial bean losses estimated at about 4 million metric tons or nearly 147 million bushels.

That, and other factors, caused an uncharacteristic $3 per bushel rally in soybean prices as buyers worldwide scrambled to secure needed supplies.

Future prices depend on the timeliness, size and quality of the U.S. harvest, Roose said. For soybeans, a big factor will be if Brazil plants soybeans on time, he added.

Above-normal precipitation is predicted for the vast majority of Iowa in October, according to the U.S. Climate Prediction Center. Less so near the Minnesota boarder.

“I’m hearing talk across the state that the USDA (production estimates) are too high,” Renner said.

“With a potential slow harvest and quality issues, I may be more patient with sales.”

Soybean and corn production statewide is estimated at a record 560 million bushels and 2.67 billion bushels, respectively. Soybean and corn yields are expected to average an all-time-high 58 bushels per acre and 196 bushels per acre, respectively.

Two agronomists in northwest and north central Iowa say a bin-buster is possible for soybeans in their regions, but not for corn.

“It’s a good crop, but not a record breaker for corn,” said Tim Bruns, an agronomist for MaxYield Cooperative, working out of the West Bend and Whittemore locations.

Kurt Metzger, master agronomy adviser for WinField Solutions, agreed. He covers north central Iowa.

“Emergence issues and the few hot nights in July caused too much tip back on ears,” Metzger said. “Fields that did 220-230 bushels per acre last year may do 200 this year.”

Northern corn leaf blight has also taken a toll on production, he said.

Sudden death syndrome has shown up in soybean fields. But Metzger said plants are full of pods from bottom to top.

“The August rains make soybeans,” he said.

Bruns suggested farmers harvest water-logged corn fields as soon as possible. A 30 mph-plus wind can easily cause lodging leading to yield loss, he said.

“The corn stalks are pretty weak,” Bruns said. “We don’t need much of a wind event for things to get pretty ugly.”

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By Paul Delger KANAWHA—Kanawha’s Colleen Lodin literally grabbed a front-row seat for the evolution of the telecommunications industry.

Lodin marked her 25th anniversary in August at Communications 1 (Comm 1) in Kanawha. Only Chief Operating Officer Randy Yeakel’s time with the company is longer.

Like most workplaces ,change is constant for Lodin.

“When I first started here we used a lot of hand-written things,” She said.

“Everything is done on the computer now which is awesome. Save a tree.”

Lodin said the biggest development was the cell phone.

“It’s just unreal what the phones can do,” she said. “We had bag phones the first couple years I was here.”

Comm 1 has also been a rural trendsetter in fiber optic capabilities.

“With us having fiber, I think we have a jump above other companies,” Lodin said. “A (relocating) couple from Indiana said they were shocked we have fiber.”

Lodin’s role in the company the entire time has been customer service. Her tasks including answers calls, greeting customers, billing, service order tickets, trouble tickets and performing some trouble-shooting over the telephone.

Yeakel appreciates Lodin’s many contributions.

“She’s been with us so many years that she has grown with the company,” Yeakel said. “Her skills are so strong in very many ways.”

Lodin hopes to work another 10 years before retirement.

“It’s just a good company, good benefits and I feel lucky to have worked here for 25 years.”

Medicare Part D open enrollment provides opportunity to save money

Only 13 percent of people with Medicare Part D plans change their drug plans each year (on average).

Relatively few people on Medicare have used the annual open enrollment period from October 15 to December 7 to switch Part D prescription drug plans. Yet in Iowa, 50 percent of the people who received help from the state of Iowa’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) changed plans for 2016 and had combined savings of over $16 million. If you’re not doing an annual check of your Part D coverage, you could be missing out on big savings.

Every year by September 30, people with Part D plans receive the “Annual Notice of Change,” sent out by plans to explain changes to the formulary (drugs covered), benefits and costs. This is your first chance to review your coverage. You should also do a comparison of Part D plans to see if another plan would provide you better coverage at a lower cost for 2017.

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Kris Gross from SHIIP says, “We’re asking everyone to remind family, friends and neighbors about these important dates. We don’t want anyone to miss the opportunity to make their choice of plans for 2017.”

The 2017 Medicare drug plans will be available on the Medicare website, www.medicare.gov, on October 1. Plans not renewing their contract with Medicare for 2017 must notify their members by October 2. “Notices of Creditable Coverage” are also due October 15. This is a notice from employer/union and other group health plans which tell Medicare eligible enrollees if their drug coverage will be “as good as or better than Medicare’s coverage in 2017.

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Planting and dividing lilies in fall

By Richard Jauron and Greg Wallace, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – Lilies make an excellent addition to a spring and summer garden landscape. However, fall is the right time to plant, dig and divide lilies for optimal performance in spring.

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists explain what to do now to help lilies reach their full potential. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@iastate.edu.

What is a good planting site for lilies?

Most lilies perform best in welldrained, slightly acidic soils in full sun. However, Martagon lilies prefer partial shade and neutral to slightly alkaline soils. Good soil drainage is imperative, as bulbs may rot in poorly drained, wet soils. Raised beds are a good planting option in poorly drained locations.

When is the best time to plant lilies?

Early fall is an excellent time to plant Asiatic, Oriental and other garden lilies. Plant lily bulbs at a depth equal to three times their diameter.

Container-grown lilies also can be planted in spring and summer. Plant

container grown lilies at the same depth as in the pot.

When would be a good time to dig and divide lilies?

Early fall is an excellent time to dig and divide Asiatic, Oriental and other garden lilies. Carefully dig up the clump and separate the bulbs. Re-

plant the bulbs immediately. If planting must be delayed, place the bulbs in a plastic bag containing lightly moistened sphagnum peat moss and place the bag in the refrigerator. Plant the bulbs as soon as possible.

Can I plant tiger lilies near Asiatic, Oriental or other garden lilies?

Many lily enthusiasts don’t grow tiger lilies (Lilium tigrinum) because they are often infected with lily mosaic virus. Lily mosaic virus causes little harm to tiger lilies. Often, you can’t tell that they have the disease. However, aphids and other sap-feeding insects may carry the virus from tiger lilies to other types. Many hybrid lilies infected with lily mosaic virus produce distorted foliage that is streaked or mottled. Also, infected plants produce fewer flowers, and those flowers that do form are often deformed. Lilies exhibiting lily mosaic virus symptoms should be promptly dug up and discarded.

Science of Parenting:

Make technology family friendly

By Lori Hayungs, Barbara Dunn Swanson and Laura Sternweis, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – As more adults and children want or already have a cell phone, tablet or other device, families may begin to wonder how much technology is too much – or not enough?

This is a decision every parent needs to make, say the Science of Parenting bloggers from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

“We have these technology devices because they’re useful and they’re fun,” said Lori Hayungs, a human sciences specialist in family life.

“Our phones, tablets and computers give us a direct connection to all kinds of information, games and entertainment, and communicating with family and friends. The technology also provides opportunities for learning,” Hayungs said.

According to the National Education Association, in order for today’s students to compete globally, they need

21st century skills. They have to be able to communicate, create, collaborate and think critically.

“Understanding how to use technology can help kids and parents, build these skills. However, screen time can get out of control at any age,” Hayungs said.

“The technology we have access to has the potential to help us, if we are disciplined enough to know when to use it and when to put it down, and interact with the people around us. As they say, everything in moderation, and that includes technology too,” added Barbara Dunn Swanson, also

a human sciences specialist in family life.

“Just because a particular technology is available, doesn’t mean you have to embrace it. As a parent, you have the final say in what and how much technology comes into your home,” Swanson said.

This month the Science of Parenting bloggers will discuss how technology can be family friendly, how to support the positive use of social media with family members, and how to set boundaries for a healthy balance of technology and face-to-face social interaction.

Learn more from tips on the blog throughout the month and in a short podcast. Through the Science of Parenting, www.scienceofparenting.org, ISU Extension and Outreach specialists share and discuss research-based information and resources to help parents rear their children. Parents can join in the conversation and share thoughts and experiences, as well as how they handle parenting responsibilities.

Some antibiotics in animal feed will require veterinary feed directive beginning Jan. 1

By Grant Dewell, Chris Rademacher and Yuko Sato, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – In an effort to protect human and animal health from the rise of antibiotic resistance, the Food and Drug Administration has issued new guidelines that will regulate medically important antibiotic use in animal feed.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2017, veterinary oversight will be required when using medically important antibi-

otics for treatment, prevention and control through Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD). Antibiotics classified as non-medically important are not affected by the VFD. “The VFD ensures that the veterinarian and producer are using antibiotics that are medically important for therapeutic purposes, and that they are necessary and warranted,” said Chris Rademacher, ISU Extension and Outreach swine veterinarian.

“Producers who want to continue to use a VFD drug must have a VFD from a licensed veterinarian that they have a valid veterinary-client-patient relationship with. This will promote more veterinary-producer interactions that will guide the decisions to use medically important antibiotics for mass medication (feed or water).”

Producers are required to keep their VFDs on file for two years.

In addition, veterinarians and feed

manufacturers who do not abide by the VFD regulations could face fines or the revocation of their licenses.

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Obituaries

Delores E. Hayworth

GARNER - Dolores E. Hayworth, 82, of Garner died Sunday, October 2, 2016 at the Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City.

Funeral services are held on 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 5, at the United Methodist Church in Garner Delores E. Hayworth with Rev. Paul Evans officiating.

Burial will be at Concord Township Cemetery in Garner. Visitation was held from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday at the Cataldo Funeral Chapel, 160 E. 4th “place” St., in Garner with a VFW Auxiliary service at 4:45 p.m. photo here Dolores Eileen Hayworth, the daughter of Roland and Marie (Lipscomb) Schaefer, was born August 1, 1934 in Bloomington, Illinois.

At the age of four, she moved with her family and step-father, Harry Raber, to Kanawha. Dolores graduated 1934-2016 from Kanawha High School in 1951.

Services: On July 10, 1954 she was married 10:30 a.m., Oct. 5 to Norman Hayworth at the United United Method Church Methodist Church in Kanawha. They Arrangements by: resided in Kanawha and Klemme beCataldo Funeral Home fore moving to Garner in 1978. DoGarner, Iowa lores worked for twenty-four years at the Hancock County Courthouse and for the State of Iowa. She enjoyed her family, reading and writing poetry.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Garner, Rebekah Circle, Garner VFW Auxiliary, Women’s Club and Literacy Club.

Dolores is survived by two sons, Kevin (Sylvia) Hayworth of Garner and Kerry (Sandy) Hayworth of Charles City; two daughters, Kimberly (Ross) Bosworth of Decorah and Kyra (Martin) Hawley of Hudson, Florida; four grandchildren, Timothy Hayworth, Joseph O’Brien, Blake Bosworth and Katie Hamre; three great grandchildren, Brady Hayworth, Makayla and Lilyanna O’Brien; a sister, Charlotte (Gary) Gabrielson of Altoona; two sistersin-law, Phyllis Dowling of Hornick, Iowa, and Sheila Schaefer of Marion, Indiana; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Roland; mother, Marie; step-father, Harry; husband, Norman in 2000; sister, June Friedow; brother, Lyle Schaefer; niece, Martha Brass; and best friend, Arvin Tibbets.

Cataldo Funeral Home www.cataldofuneralhome.com

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Juanita Joyce Kiefer

KANAWHA, Iowa - Juanita Joyce (Johnson) Kiefer, 71, of Kanawha was called home by the Lord on Saturday, October 1, 2016.

Funeral services for Juanita Kiefer were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at the Evangelical Free Juanita Joyce Kiefer Church in Britt with Pastor Stan Johnson officiating. Burial was in Amsterdam Township Cemetery near Kanawha.

Juanita Joyce (Johnson) Kiefer was born on February 9, 1945 to Opal “place” (Trees) and Ora Johnson. She trusted photo here her life to the Lord at a young age of nine years old, and her favorite verse from the Bible was: For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whoever believed in him shall not perish but have everlasting life- John 3:16.

1945-2016 Juanita was married to Truman Services: Kiefer on June 21, 1960. Truman 2 p.m., Oct. 4 and Juanita resided in Kanawha and worked for Kiefer Built Inc. until Evangelical Free Church, Britt Arrangements by: their retirement. They enjoyed sharEwing Funeral Chapel ing their life together for 57 years.

Britt, Iowa She especially loved her family and enjoyed motorcycling and fishing with her husband, Truman. She will be so missed by her family.

Juanita is survived by her children: Brian Kiefer Sr. and Jeanette Kiefer; two grandchildren; four great-grand grandchildren; siblings Ioleata, Effie Lea, Ronald, Arlyn, and Sheryl; and many nieces and nephews.

Juanita was preceded in death by her husband, Truman Kiefer; her mother and father; sisters Darlene, Bonnie, and Berniece; and brother, Aaron.

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GARNER – Gloria A. Paulsen, 81, of Garner died Friday, September 23, 2016 at Concord Care Center in Garner.

Private graveside services will be held at Concord Township Cemetery in Garner at a later date. Cataldo Funeral Home in Garner is in charge of arrangements.

George Prelip

Kanawha native Leo George Prelip, 85, died on Sept. 21, 2016 at Mariposa, California.

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Concord’s Home Meal Delivery Menu, Garner

A noon meal can be delivered to your home for the cost of $5 a meal. Call 923-2677 to get signed up for Concord’s Home Delivered Meals. Menu is subject to change.

Monday, October 10 Lemon Pepper Tilapia, Hash Brown Casserole, Toss Salad, Raspberry Cake Tuesday, October 11 Roast Pork, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Carrots, Cream Puffs Wednesday, October 12 Reuben Sandwich, Potato Salad, Broccoli Cauliflower Ranch Salad, Pineapple Thursday, October 13 Ham Balls, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Spinach, Fuji Baked Apple Slices Friday, October 14 Breaded Fish Fillet, Twice Baked Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans with Bacon, Sherbet

Congregate Meals

Britt, Kanawha & Ventura Britt: E-Free Church Meal is served at 11:30 a.m.

Kanawha: City Hall Meal is served at 11 a.m.

Ventura: Community Center

Meal is served at 11:45 a.m.

Menu provided by Elderbridge Agency on Aging. For reservations, call (641) 8293517 at least one day in advance. During inclement weather, closures will be announced on KIMT, KGLO & KIOW. Meals served with skim or 1% milk. 1/3 required daily amounts for persons 70+.

Monday, October 10 Chicken & Noodle Casserole, Beets, Plums, Oatmeal-Raisin Bar, OJ Tuesday, October 11 Cook’s Choice: Salmon Loaf Wednesday, October 12 Swiss Style Gr. Beef, Squash, Scalloped Cabbage, Blushing Pears, Tomato Juice Thursday, October 13 Turkey & Dumplings, Asparagus, Banana, Raisin Rice Pudding, OJ Friday, October 14 Italian Meatloaf, Roasted Red Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts with Cranberries, Cinnamon Apples with Crunchy Top

Slips and falls on the farm can be deadly

By Charles Schwab, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – Sept.18-24 is National Farm Safety and Health Week, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach wants farmers to focus their attention on potential slips and falls, which can be linked to serious injuries.

Charles Schwab, ISU Extension and Outreach safety specialist, said slips and falls are a major cause of injuries throughout the year, but especially common around machinery, equipment and structures during harvest.

According to Schwab, there are simple steps to follow that can help farmers avoid slips and falls. Always consider the height from which you work. Before climbing on farm machine or structures, scrape mud or manure off shoes. Keep the work platform, foot plate and steps free of debris. Use shoes or boots with slip-resistant soles and heels. Dismount equipment only when it has come to a complete stop.

Tops of combines are 12 to 14 feet off the ground, and the operator’s platform is usually six to eight feet above the ground. Ladders on grain

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By Kim Brantner and Laura Sternweis, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa - The frustration, depression and even anger that may affect family caregivers can obscure their decision-making, upset other relationships and impact their health, says Kim Brantner, a human science specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Providing care for aging parents, a spouse or loved one, or other family members can be a stressful responsibility and overwhelming experience.

ISU Extension and Outreach offers “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” to help family caregivers find the support they need.

“The nationally acclaimed “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” program helps individuals learn skills for decreasing stress and restoring balance in their lives,” said Brantner, who specializes in family life issues.

“Powerful Tools for Caregivers” is a series of six weekly sessions aimed at helping individuals who are caring for their loved one, family or friends.

Classes are offered by certified trainers who conduct the weekly series.

“Caregivers receive tools to help reduce personal stress, communicate better with loved ones and health care professionals, increase their ability to make difficult decisions and balance their lives better,” said

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Never underestimate a good night’s sleep Landon Evanson hancockcountynews@midamericapubcom

In today’s fast paced world, our attention can be pulled in what feels like a thousand directions. It can be a challenge to focus on much of anything beyond work and children and all the school and extracurricular activities that come with them, but the reality is that there is one aspect of daily life that not only requires out attention, but demands it.

Sleep.

While most people experience bouts of sleep difficulty, the fact remains that sleep is critical to our ability to function day to day, and should not be ignored.

“Getting a good night’s sleep is probably one of the best things you can do for yourself, “Hancock County Memorial Hospital respiratory therapist Molly Schaefer said.

With fall now in full swing, it remains dark later in the morning and gets dark earlier in the evening, and it is natural for sleep cycles, or circadian rhythms, to grow confused.

“The darkness totally has a factor to it just because our body is meant to be up when the sun is up and it’s meant to shut down when the sun goes down,” Schaefer said. “When the fall comes and you have to start cutting back on some of those hours because it’s getting dark around that 5 o’clock mark, we do have some people who get a little more tired.”

That circadian disruption is but a portion of the problem.

“We have a lot of farmers (in the area) who are pushing to get crops out, so they’re once again messing with that circadian clock,” Schaefer said. “They’re pushing themselves, working till 10, 11, 12 at night to try to get those crops out, so we see a lot of that.”

It’s not just farmers, but folks who work at night or on swing shifts who can be affected, as well.

“They work three weeks on days, then three weeks on nights, and that’s very hard on the human body to be messing with your circadian cycle. Your body is meant to shut down when that sun goes down and when patients are forced because of work to be up at night, it’s hard for a lot of those patients to be able to bounce out of that,” Schaefer said.

In fact, sometimes those people require medication to be able to sleep during the day. Schaefer commented that while that is not ideal, “unfortunately there are some jobs out there where you have to do that.” Schaefer acknowledged that without round the clock work, however, even the hospital would not be able to function as efficiently. “Twenty-four hour care wouldn’t be possible. Unfortunately in our world, we cant’ get around that.”

While the National Sleep Board recommends 6-8 hours of sleep per night, Schaefer pointed out that it’s not just daily schedules that serve as impediments to proper rest, but daily habits can also deny us of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, which represents the stage of rest that allows the body to rejuvenate.

The habitual distractions that we utilize to wind down for the day can actually serve as barriers to restful sleep.

Schaefer recommends ceasing any and all stimulants thirty minutes or one full hour before bed time, which includes television, Facebook and games on cell phones, pads and laptops, or anything electronic that can stimulate the mind.

“Ambient light is probably one of the worst things patients can do for themselves before they go to sleep,” Schaefer said. Relaxing with a physical book is far better because ambient light does not come with a cover and pages, and by doing so, “you can actually get a lot better night’s rest because your mind is able to shut down,” Schaefer said.

However, it’s not just what we can do at night that can aid sleep, but also what we choose to engage in during the day.

It comes down to fighting what is essentially a vicious cycle.

“We drink caffeine because we’re tired during the day and we need that stimulant,” Schaefer said. Rather than ingesting coffee and soda all day, cutting it out of your routine after midday could work wonders.

“Cutting caffeine out after lunch time is usually ideal so that it has time to run its course and be out of your system when you are getting ready for bed,” Schaefer said.

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Respiratory therapist Molly Schaefer readies a CPAP monitor at the Hancock County Memorial Hospital’s Sleep Center. stimulant, tobacco.

“Try to limit that,” Schaefer said.

“Decrease the amount of cigarettes that you’re smoking, or at least try not to smoke after supper.”

With ten years of experience, the past four at HCMH’s Sleep Center, Schaefer notes that people should take the time to recognize what they can do to help themselves get adequate rest, but also notice when those struggles go from temporary issues to a larger, underlying problem.

“Families are busy. We’ve got little kids, work full time, you’re running

around and we just say that we’re tired because we’re busy,” Schaefer said. “But there might be some other things going on.”

Sleep apnea could also be a culprit.

When someone stops breathing during sleep, it is referred to as sleep apnea, and it can appear in two forms. The first is obstructed apnea, which can result from gravity taking hold and the tongue falling back into the airway or even fatty tissue around the neck pressing back and cutting off our breathing passage.

The other is central, where the brain simply stops sending the signal to

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our bodies to take a breath.

Though some can have mixed apneas, there are signs to watch for.

“Snoring is a big factor,” Schaefer said. “If you have a spouse or significant other nudging you saying that you’re snoring, where is that noise coming from? Snoring is the sound of air moving through some type of obstruction.”

Waking and gasping for air is another indicator.

“If you’re sitting up in bed and gasping, that’s your mind’s way of kicking in and telling the body that you’re not breathing.”

When we stop breathing during sleep, even momentarily, it has an immediate impact, similar to holding ones breath under water.

“We’re not taking in the oxygen that our bodies need and it begins to deprive the vital organs of oxygen, therefore patients can end up with a lot of heart issues,” Schaefer said.

“That’s the number one thing that it

effects,” Schaefer continued, “your heart is a muscle so if it has been deprived of oxygen, it’s going to pump ten times harder than it should to get that little bit of oxygenated blood that it has to the rest of the body.”

As a result of that over exertion, the heart can become enlarged, which can also lead to uncontrolled diabetes and hypertension.

However, waking with the sensation of not being refreshed and day time fatigue are consistent symptoms when it comes to a lack of adequate rest, so determining whether sleep apnea is an issue can only be diagnosed through an appointment with a physician.

“If you have any of those symptoms, please see your provider to outline what’s going on, and if they feel a sleep study should be ordered, they will contact (the Sleep Center) and an appointment can be scheduled.

There are things we try to do during the day because of what’s going on at night because we simply don’t know what’s going on at night time,” Schaefer said.

And that’s where the Sleep Center can help with what is referred to as a split night study.

“The only way people know what’s going on is if they come in to do a sleep study,” Schaefer said. “They’ve got electrodes on you to monitor brain waves, they’ve got a belt around the chest to monitor your breathing, electrodes on your limbs to see if your limbs are moving and they’ve got a camera on you to see what positions you’re moving to and from.”

The first portion of the night spent at the Sleep Center will monitor the number of times one stops breathing, “if that person has met a certain amount of apneas in an allotted amount of time, we right away can say this person is at the point of severity and needs intervention and therapy,” Schaefer said.

Results are sent to a neurologist in Mason City, where a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine could be prescribed, but sometimes it’s as simple as a patient losing a bit of weight.

“One of the biggest things is the fatty tissue around the neck,” Schaefer said. “Eliminate that tissue that could fall back and obstruct the airway. Patients have started on CPAP devices, lost weight, are feeling good and get re-tested and they’ve cleared the obstruction.”

Health is first and foremost, but without proper rest, productivity will suffer and “You can be more of a hazard to yourself at work,” Schaefer continued, “if you’re tired and don’t have a sound mind, it puts you and others at risk of potential hazards that could occur” in the workplace.

“It’s amazing what sleep can actually do for us,” Schaefer said.

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Worship our awesome God this week in church.

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Overwintering geraniums for spring planting

By Richard Jauron and Greg Wallace, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – Geraniums are beautiful plants which add color and vibrant detail to any landscape. However, they are ill-equipped to survive harsh winter conditions. There is a solution. Geraniums can be taken indoors and overwintered, then replanted in the spring.

ISU Extension and Outreach horticulturists can help answer your questions about overwintering geraniums and how to preserve them during winter conditions. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@ iastate.edu.

How can I overwinter geraniums indoors?

Geraniums can be overwintered indoors by taking cuttings, potting up individual plants or storing bare-root plants in a cool, dry location. Remove plants from the garden (or take cuttings) prior to the first fall frost.

How do you take geranium cuttings?

Using a sharp knife, take three-tofour-inch stem cuttings from the terminal ends of the shoots. Pinch off the lower leaves, then dip the base of each cutting in a rooting hormone. Stick the cuttings into a rooting medium of vermiculite or a mixture of perlite and sphagnum peat moss. Pots and flats with drainage holes in the bottom are suitable rooting containers. Insert the cuttings into the medium just far enough to be self-supporting. After all the cuttings are inserted, water the rooting medium.

Allow the medium to drain for a few minutes, then place a clear plastic bag or dome over the cuttings to prevent the plant foliage from wilting. Finally, place the cuttings in bright light, but not direct sunlight. The cuttings should root in six to eight weeks. When the cuttings have good root systems, remove them from the rooting medium and plant each rooted cutting in its own pot. Place the potted plants in a sunny window or under artificial lighting until spring.

How do you overwinter geraniums as potted plants?

Carefully dig up each plant and place in a large pot. Water each plant thoroughly, then place the geraniums in a sunny window or under artificial lighting.

Geraniums prefer cool indoor temperatures. Daytime temperatures of 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit and slightly cooler night temperatures are ideal. Water plants about every two weeks. Geraniums are likely to become tall and lanky by late winter. In March, prune back the plants. Cut the geraniums back by one-half to two-thirds. The geraniums will begin to grow again within a few days and should develop into attractive specimens by May. How do you overwinter geraniums as

bare-root plants?

Carefully dig up the geraniums before the first fall frost. Shake the soil from the plant’s roots. Then place one or two plants in a large paper sack and store in a cool (45 to 50 degree Fahrenheit), dry location. An unheated bedroom or indoor porch might be a suitable location.

An alternate (somewhat messier) method is to hang the plants upside down in a cool, dry location. The foliage and the shoot tips will eventually die.

In March, prune or cut back each plant. Remove all shriveled, dead material. Prune back to firm, green, live stem tissue. After pruning, pot up the

plants and water thoroughly. Place the potted geraniums in a sunny window or under artificial lighting. Geraniums that are pruned and potted in March should develop into attractive plants that can be planted outdoors in May.

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In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information is available in languages other than English.

To file a complaint alleging discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Compliant Form, AD-3027, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/compliant_filing_ cust.html or at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form.

To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda. gov.

CORN BELT POWER COOPRATIVE Humboldt, Iowa Karen K. Berte, Senior Vice President Finance and Administration BOONE VALLEY ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE Renwick, Iowa Curtis Meinke, Manager MIDLAND POWER COOPERATIVE Jefferson, Iowa William McKim, Manager PRAIRIE ENERGY COOPERATIVE Clarion, Iowa Becky Bradburn, Manager PRAIRIE ENERGY COOPERATIVE Garner, Iowa Becky Brandburn, Manager Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016

5:32 p.m., traffic accident, no injuries, non-reportable.

8:20 p.m., 800 Blk Grove Ave., investigation; Felicia Lashay White, 24, Garner, arrested and charged with contempt of court and violation of protective order.

September 24 10:13 a.m., 1100 Blk Seymour Ave., suspicious activity/trespassing.

7:51 p.m., Pebblestone Ln, suspicious activity.

September 25 1:42 a.m., 100 Blk W Hwy 18, citizen contact/trespassing.

12:05 p.m., 300 Blk E 2nd St., animal complaint.

4:26 p.m., 700 Blk Maben Ave., disturbance.

6:55 p.m., 1100 Blk Park Ave., investigation/theft.

7:34 p.m., 1100 Blk Seymour Ave., welfare check.

September 27 700 Blk W 5th St., citizen contact/ missing juvenile.

10:30 a.m., 700 Blk Seymour Ave., ambulance assist.

11:17 a.m., 500 Blk Division St., ambulance assist.

10:45 p.m., 300 Blk W Henschen St., suspicious activity.

September 29 12:50 a.m., Wildridge Estates, suspicious activity.

HANCOCK COUNTY SHERIFF September 22 7:58 a.m., 400 Blk Linn St., burglary.

11:36 a.m., 800 Blk State St., warrant served.

12:28 p.m., 400 Blk 1st St., stalled/ stuck/abandoned.

7:44 p.m., Hwy 18/Diagonal St., stalled/stuck/abandoned.

11:46 p.m., 300 Blk E 12th St., arrest.

September 23 1:30 p.m., 400 Blk 1st Ave. SW, warrant served.

1:51 p.m., 00 Blk Bush Ave., fraud/ scam.

3:59 p.m., 900 Blk 180th St., burglary.

September 24 3:24 p.m., 250th St./James Ave., PUBLIC NOTICE: accident A public testw/injuries. for Hancock County’s voting equipment for p.m., the General to be held acNo 5:49 330thElection St./Oak Ave., vember 8, 2016, will commence on October 13, cident w/injuries.

2016, at 9:00 a.m. in the Election Room located in basement of the Echo courthouse, Garner, Iowa.

8:08 p.m., Ave./Hwy 18, Published in The Leader stalled/stuck/abandoned. on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016

Public Notice

8:10 p.m., 330th St./Apple Ave., desc. 9-14.

WD – City of Garner to GTB Prop- WD – Brandon T. Krein, Brandon accident/deer or other animal.

WD – Cheryl J. Ewoldt to Dean A. erties LLC; Garner 21 2139-Hejlik’s Krein, Ivy M. Krein to Kathleen M. 11:55 p.m., 2200 Blk Elk Ave., an- Weiss Rev Tr, Dean A. Weiss Tr, El- Second Subdivision, Lot 32 as desc. Rener; Garner 21 2108-Seymour’s imal calls. eanor R. Picconi Rev Tr, Eleanor R. 9-15.

Addition to Concord, Lot 4, Blk 1 as September 25 Picconi Tr; T96N, R26W, Section 26 WD – Nancy Beenken, Daryl desc. 9-19.

8:45 a.m., 2nd St./S State St., traf- as desc. 9-15.

Beenken to Michelle Johnson, Jade WD – Francisco Garibay to Darwin fic stop, citation issued.

WD – Reid L. Weiland, Carla M. Johnson; Woden 24 2401-Original L. Johnson; Goodell 29 2901-Origi 1:52 p.m., 600 Blk 310th St., ani- V. Weiland, Carla MV Weiland to Town-Woden, Lot 2, Blk 5 as desc. nal Town-Goodell, Lot 15, Blk 8 as mal calls.

Bobby C. Formanek, Valane S. For- 9-16. desc. 9-19.

1:56 p.m., 150th St./Taft Ave., ille- manek; Garner 21 2139-Hejlik’s WD – Hutton Partners LLC to QUIT – James J. Gourley, Nancy gal dumping/littering.

Second Subdivision, Lot 2 as desc. DGIA LLC; Garner 21 2145-Hutton K. Gourley to Richard E. Fish, Tami 4:26 p.m., 700 Blk Maben Ave., 9-15.

Subdivision, Lot 1 as desc. 9-16.

J. Fish; Corwith 25 2501-Original disturbance/dispute.

WD – Scott D. Nieman, Daisy M. CO DEED – Floyd Mitchell Char- Town-Corwith, Lots 13 & 14, Blk 3 September 26 Young, Daisy M. Nieman to Robert bonneaux Est, William Michael as desc. 9-19.

4:41 p.m., 2000 Blk 330th St., ani- E. Zeigler; Kanawha 26 2607-Thor Charbonneaux Ex to Travis Wester; mal calls.

Johnson’s Addition, Lot 6, Blk 1 as Britt 22 2207-Lattimore’s Addition, 7:45 p.m., 1800 Blk Hwy 69, acci- desc. 9-15.

Lots 2 & 7, Blk 10 as desc. 9-16. dent/deer or other animal.

8:56 p.m., 200 Blk N 2nd St., harassment/threats.

STATE OF IOWA 16204100700000 2016 CITY OF KLEMME September 27 FINANCIAL REPORT PO BOX 282 7:04 a.m., 1900 Blk James FISCAL YEAR ENDED KLEMME IA 50449-0282 Ave., suspicious person/acKLEMME JUNE 30, 2016 CITY OF KLEMME , IOWA tivity.

ALL FUNDS 3:59 p.m., 00 Blk Bush Governmental Proprietary Total actual Budget Ave., traffic stop, citation isItem description (a) (b) (c) (d) sued.

Revenues and Other Financing Sources 4:19 p.m., Echo Ave./Hwy Taxes levied on property 85,577 85,577 76,378 18, animal calls.

Less: Uncollected property taxes-levy year 0 0 0 10:45 p.m., 300 Blk W Net current property taxes 85,577 85,577 76,378 Delinquent property taxes 0 0 0 Henschen St., suspicious TIF revenues 0 0 0 person/activity.

Other city taxes 37,551 0 37,551 47,903 September 28 Licenses and permits 565 0 565 250 5:01 p.m., 200 Blk S Clark Use of money and property 2,273 0 2,273 2,100 St., warrant served.

Intergovernmental 79,791 0 79,791 68,800 Charges for fees and service 87,032 73,115 160,147 155,000 September 29 Special assessments 0 0 0 0 9:44 a.m., 1100 Blk Hwy Miscellaneous 9,825 0 9,825 36,000 69, accident, no injuries.

Other financing sources 0 0 0 0 PROPERTY TRANSTotal revenues and other sources 302,614 73,115 375,729 386,431 FERS Expenditures and Other Financing Uses Public safety 48,481 0 48,481 52,600 WD – Nathan E. Drake, Public works 118,532 0 118,532 145,600 Crystal D. Drake to DougHealth and social services 2,530 0 2,530 2,600 las P. Studer; SE SE T96N, Culture and recreation 68,358 0 68,358 114,947 R25W, Section 30 as desc.

Community and economic development 75 0 75 6,000 9-13.

General government 51,589 0 51,589 80,200 Debt service 0 0 0 0 WD – Russell J. Olson, Capital projects 0 0 0 0 Jennifer N. Olson to BRBR Total governmental activities expenditures 289,565 0 289,565 401,947 LLP; NW NE T97N, R23W, Business type activities 0 115,296 115,296 98,100 Section 24 as desc. 9-13.

Total ALL expenditures 289,565 115,296 404,861 500,047 WD – Dean F. Trenary, Other financing uses, including transfers out 0 0 0 0 Total ALL expenditures/And other financing uses 289,565 115,296 404,861 500,047 Debra L. Trenary to Dean F. Excess revenues and other sources over (under) Trenary, Debra L. Trenary; Expenditures/And other financing uses 13,049 -42,181 -29,132 -113,616 T94N, R26W, Section 26 Beginning fund balance July 1, 2015 272,905 83,098 356,003 293,943 as desc.; NW T94N, R26W, Ending fund balance June 30, 2016 285,954 40,917 326,871 180,327 Note - These balances do not include Section 19 as desc. 9-14. $0 held in non-budgeted internal service funds; $0 held in Pension Trust Funds; $0 held in Private Purpose Trust Funds and $0 TRANSFER – Story Counheld in agency funds which were not budgeted and are not available for city operations. ty Iowa Clerk of Dist Court Indebtedness at June 30, 2016 to Mary Ellen Scioneaux, General obligation debt $0 Other long-term debt $0 Mary Ellen Harrison Joynt, Revenue debt $0 Short-term debt $0 Mary Ellen Joynt Harrison; TIF Revenue debt $0 Garner 21 2102-Tallman’s General Obligation Debt Limit $677,568 Addition, Lot 2, Blk 11 as Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016

Official Proceedings: Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School Board

GARNER-HAYFIELD-VENTURA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS September 19, 2016 The regular meeting of the Board of Directors of the Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Community School District was held on September 19, 2016, in the media center at the high school building at approximately 7:01 p.m.

Board members present: Frank, G. Toppin, J. Toppin, Roberts, Costello, Watson, and Linahon.

Board members absent: None Motion by Watson, second by J. Toppin, to approve the proposed agenda for said regular meeting. All voted in favor.

Motion by Roberts, second by Frank, to approve the minutes of the August 8, 2016, regular meeting, and the August 16, 2016, board retreat/work session. All voted in favor.

Motion by Roberts, second by Linahon, to approve the Secretary’s Financial Reports, as well as the bill lists to be paid from the General Fund, Activity Fund, Management Fund, Capital Projects Fund, PPEL Fund, House Construction Fund, Insurance Fund, Merit Achievement Award Fund, Merit, GHV Flex Fund, and the Nutrition Fund. The receipts report will be corrected and forwarded to the board members. All voted in favor.

Motion by J. Toppin, seconded by Frank, and unanimously carried the regular meeting was adjourned by Pres. Costello at approximately 7:13 p.m.

The reorganizational meeting of the Board of Directors of the Garner-Hayfield Community School District was called to order by Board Secretary Schmidt at approximately 7:15 p.m.

Motion by J. Toppin, second by Watson, to elect Larry Costello as Board President. All voted in favor.

Motion by G. Toppin, second by Linahon, to elect Pamela Roberts as Board Vice-President.

All voted in favor. At this time Larry Costello presided at the meeting.

Motion by Roberts, second by Watson, to approve scheduling all regular school board meetings to be held on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the high school media center during the months of October through December, with January 2017 through September 2017 board meeting time to be 6:30 p.m. with the location and date remaining the same.

All voted in favor.

Board members heard from new teachers Alexandria Eckenrod, Signe Johnson, Bridget Farley, Tammy Greiman, Emily Swanstron, Spencer Larson, and Erin Larsen. Katrina Klooster also reported to the board on her TLC Mentoring Coordinator position.

Nick Hildebrant, with Struxture Architects, spoke to the board on the ongoing retention pond issue, indicating an agreement had been reached with the City of Garner. A change order will be forthcoming.

Administrative reports were heard from Dianne Hinders, Mike Meyering, Debra Steenhard, Renee,Denny, and Jim Haag. Supt. Williams informed the board that count day was coming up and talked about the possibility of converting the JH football field to a regulation soccer field.

Motion by Roberts, seconded by Frank, to request modified allowable growth for the 20152016 special education deficit in the amount of $162,666.89. All voted in favor. Resolution on file in the superintendent’s office.

Motion by Roberts, second by G. Toppin, to approve the purchase of new unit ventilators for the high school commons in the amount of $16,570.00. All voted in favor.

Motion by J. Toppin, second by Watson, to approve the purchase of a security system for the areas in the new construction project in the amount of $20,530.00. All voted in favor.

Motion by Linahon, second by Frank, to approve the following personnel items: Hires: Paige Fitzsimmons – JH Cheerleading, Shaunte Brown – Before/After School Program, Ashley Sandelin – Int. SPED Para; Lane Changes: Brennan Fischer, Mary Hall, Gregory Hiemstra, Krista Hopp, Katrina Klooster, Rebecca Martinson, Emily Swanstrom, Stacy Schmidt, Lora Tabbert. All voted in favor.

Motion by G. Toppin, second by J. Toppin, to designate board member Larry Costello as board representative to the IASB Delegate Assembly. All voted in favor.

Motion by Watson, second by Frank, to appoint board member Pamela Roberts as representative to the Hancock County Conference Board and Gene Toppin to the Cerro Gordo County Conference Board. All voted in favor.

Motion by Roberts, second by Linahon, to appoint board member Jack Toppin as representative to the G-H Education Foundation Board.

All voted in favor.

Motion by J. Toppin, second by Linahon, to approve the following board members for the following committees for the current school year, to-wit: Building and Grounds – Watson/J. Toppin, Finance – Roberts/J. Toppin, Negotiations – Watson/G. Toppin, Transportation – Frank/Linahon. All voted in favor.

There being no further business to come before the board at this time, upon motion by J. Toppin, second by Frank, and unanimously carried, the reorganizational meeting was adjourned by President Costello at approximately 9:55 p.m.

Patricia A. Schmidt Board Secretary BILLS TO BE ALLOWED AT THE SEPTEMBER 19, 2016, GARNER-HAYFIELD-VENTURA SCHOOL BOARD MEETING GENERAL FUND: Payroll Expenses -Payroll Deductions $86,950.93 Payroll Expenses -Payroll Net Salary (August) $81,724.13 AEA267-Equip Rep $1,170.51 Amy Reynolds-Non-Public Trans.

Reimbursement $1,231.24 Ankeny Community School District -SPED Tuition $84,177.98 Rieman Music -Band Resale, Equip Rep $184.41 Taylor Music-Band Equipment $4,926.00 West Fork CSD-OE Tuition $4,774.50 Williams, Tyler-Travel Exp $399.00 VISA-Sup, Maint Sup, SPED Sup, Nurse Sup $5,012.89 TOTAL $101,876.53 PPEL FUND: Half Hatchet Installation -Band Room Carpet $11,872.00 TOTAL $11,872.00 HOUSE CONSTRUCTION FUND: VISA-House Const Sup -Elec. Inspections $135.00 TOTAL $135.00 INTERNAL SERVICE INS. FUND: GHV Flex Plan-Reimburse Partial -Self Funding Exp. $12,131.98 TOTAL $12,131.98 GHV FLEX FUND: GHV Employees-Café Plan Reimbursements GHV Employees-Partial Self-Funding Insurance Payments $2,750.65 TOTAL $2,750.65 SUB-TOTAL $128,766.16

The above expenses were paid in August 2016, but were not approved at the August 2016 board meeting.

GENERAL FUND: ABC Lock Inc.-Bldg Rep $1,520.00 Absolute Waste-Garb Coll $423.82 AEA267-Equip Rep, Prof Dev, Sup $5,747.65 Airgas North Central -IA Sup, IA Equipment $2,183.38 Albertson, Emberly-Textbooks $99.99 Algona Community Schools -Band Entry Fee $175.00 Alliant Energy-Electricity, Gas $23,260.59 Aramark-Maint Sup $762.27 Athletico-Purch Serv $1,373.33 Band Shoppe-Equipment $1,626.85 BARCO Municipal Products-Maint Sup $152.02 Babumgard, Bob-Voc Ag Travel Exp $578.64 Bill’s Family Foods-YD Sup $5.56 Blackhawk Pest Control-Maint Sup $97.75 Boland Recreation-Grds Maint $1,800.00 Book Systems-Library Software $2,488.00 Brenda Haag-Sup $19.26 Britt Auto Service-Trans Purch Serv $350.00 Cash, Steven-Cell Stipend $120.00 CenterPoint Energy-Gas $381.64 Central Iowa Dist.

-Maint Sup, Grds Maint $1,825.30 Century Link-Telephone $302.57 CenturyLink-Long Distance Telephone $68.74 City of Ventura-Water $150.18 Clabaugh Electric-Bldg Rep $1,473.21 Clear Lake Mirror Reporter -Periodicals, Sup, News Adv $393.40 Clear Lake Sanitary District -Water/Sewer $102.29 Comm1-Internet $404.24 Continental Research Corp.

-Plumb, Htg, Vent $382.79 Culver Hahn Electric -Maint Sup, Elec Rep $1,579.82 Dallman, Doris-Mileage $11.52 Decker Equipment-Maint Sup $413.33 DEMCO-Lib Sup $375.76 Denny, Renee-Cell Stipend, Sup $100.69 Des Moines Register-Periodicals $216.02 Diamond Vogel-Maint Sup, Grds Maint $925.37 Doors, Inc.-Bldg Rep $65.00 Doug’s Small Engine -Trans Rep Pts, Equip Rep $1,689.24 Drabek, Patricia-Trans Phys $65.00 Dreambox Learning-Software $1,050.00 EBSCO-Periodicals $896.59 Employee Benefits Systems -Café Benefit $160.00 Eric Formanek-Purch Serv $1,365.00 Fareway-JH FCS Sup $136.71 Five Star Coop-Grds Maint $83.99 Formanek, Lorrie-Mileage $11.52 Game Time-Equip Rep $683.72 Garner Lumber-Maint Sup $348.99 Garner Municipal Utilities-Water $1,131.28 Globe Gazette-Periodicals $378.09 Graham, Matthew-Cell Stipend $90.00 Gustave A. Larson-Plumb, Htg, Vent $90.96 Haag, James-Cell Stipend $90.00 Hackenmiller, Connie-Sup $26.12 Hall, Mary-Purch Serv, SPED Sup $1,825.63 Hancock County Coop Oil Assn.

-Diesel, Gas, Tires, Lubricants $2,364.35 Hanson, Kevin-Cell Stipend $120.00 Hanson, Kris-Cell Stipend $90.00 Harrison Truck Centers -Trans Rep Pts, Equip Rep $731.74 Hillyard/Des Moines-Maint Sup $533.80 Hinders, Dianne-Cell Stipend $90.00 Houghton Mifflin Harcourt-Textbooks $3,451.91 Huber Supply-IA Sup, Trans Sup $106.50 Insect Lore-Sup $67.80 Iowa Assoc of Bldg. Maint.

Engineers-Sup $35.00

Iowa Division of Labor Services $160.00 -Plumb, Htg, Vent $658.00 Iowa HS Music Assoc.-Entry Fees Iowa School Supply-Sup $4,146.77 IWMC-Bldg Rep $203.00 J.W. Pepper-Vocal Sup $100.93 Jessica Strom-Refund $37.00 Johnson Controls-Plumb, Htg, Vent $259.12 Johnson Sanitary Products -Maint Sup $1,572.90 KIOW FM-News Adv $100.00 Klooster, Katrina-Sup $11.77 Kramer Hardware-Trans Rep Pts, Sup, Maint Sup IA Sup $1,125.53 Lakeshore Learning-Sup $157.94 Larsen Plumbing & Heating -Plumb, Htg, Vent $7,770.51 Lafayette Band Boosters-Band Sup $245.75 Learning Post-Sup $152.35 Leland Woodworks-Equipment $1,145.00 Marco Inc. (2)-Purch Serv $1,077.22 Marketplace Media-YD Contract $259.00 McGraw Hill School Pub.-Textbooks $11,685.81 Menards-Maint Sup $435.54 Meyering, Michael-Cell Stipend $90.00 Mid-America Publishing-Prd Proc $343.35 Midwest Roofing-Bldg Rep $206.90 Midwest Alarm Services -Fire Protection $640.40 Midwest Bus Parts-Trans Rep Pts $40.79 Mike’s Auto Body-Trans Rep Pts $1,767.00 Monkeytown-Sup $41.98 Movie Licensing, USA-Sup $414.00 NASCO-FCS Sup $758.22 National Assoc. for Music Educators -Membership $144.00 NCIBA-Band Entry Fee $120.00 NCIBA Honor Band-Memberships $40.00 Nesbit, James-Trans Phys $65.00 Neuberger, Kerry-Prof Dev $250.00 Next Generation Technologies -Equip Rep $1,868.94 North Iowa Designs-Sup $263.00 North Iowa Piano Service-Equip Rep $158.00 Northern Cedar Service-Bldg Rep $360.75 Olson, Vicky-Mileage $77.76 On-Site Information Destruction -Garb Coll $200.96 Oriental Trading Co.-Sup $177.37 Pioneer Valley Educational-Sup $228.25 Pizza Ranch-Brd Sup $146.03 Plumb Supply-Plumb, Htg, Vent $202.54 Pro Parts of Iowa-Trans Sup, Trans Rep Pts, Maint Sup $1,213.04 Quigley, William-Trans Phys $15.00 Quintus, Deb-YD Sup $1.70 Read Naturally-Software $1,999.40 Really Good Stuff-Sup $1,137.44 Reliance State Bank-Petty Cash -Postage $346.58 Resources for Reading-Sup $61.80 Rieman Music East -Band Resale, Equip Rep $763.66 River City Communications -Purch Serv, Bldg Rep $105.00 River City Fence-Grds Maint $280.40 RR Books-Sup $23.75 Sax Arts & Crafts-Art Sup $1,418.65 Scholastic Book Clubs -Pre-School Sup $200.00 Scholastic Inc.-Sup $195.55 Scholastic Teacher Resources-Sup $180.49 School Bus Sales-Trans Rep Pts $343.60 School Specialty-Sup $5,889.40 Schumacher Elevator-Bldg Rep $398.40 Sky Blue-Telephone $1,088.42 Southern Minnesota Inspection -Equip Rep $680.80 Staples-Sup $91.05 Steenhard, Debra -Cell Stipend, Travel Exp, Sup $172.62

String Swing-Band Sup $173.44 Superior Lumber Co.-Bldg Rep $91.80 TCI-Sci Sup $393.75 The Leader-Periodicals $94.00 Top of Iowa Conference-Sup $750.00 Trainers Warehouse-Sup $77.54 Turnitin.com-Software $1,837.50 US Telepunch-Purch Serv $35.53 VISA-Travel Exp, Sup, Purch Serv $4,021.88 VTel-Telephone $806.68 Waste Management of No. Iowa -Garb Coll $1,200.17 Watson, Wendy-Maint Sup $9.63 Wenger Corp.-Equipment $760.00 WeVideo-Sup $1,330.00 William V. MacGill-Nuse Sup $2,657.65 Williams, Tyler-Cell Stipend $90.00 TOTAL $140,515.62 ACTIVITY FUND: AEA267-Athl Sup $85.78 Albertson, Joseph-Boys BB Sup $31.50 Anderson Erickson Dairy-FFA Sup $104.94 Andrea Accola-Sabin-Athl PS $150.00 Baumgard, Bob-FFA Sup $10.00 Bill’s Family Foods-K4 Conc Sup $34.24 Brian Pearce-Athl PS $130.00 Championship Productions -Boys BB Sup $78.17 Chris Juhl-Athl PS $680.00 Chris Suntken-Athl PS $70.00 Daren Lincicum-VB Sup Refund $40.00 David Hildebrand-Athl PS $100.00 Decker Sporting Goods -Coaches Apparel $38.00 Eagle Grove HS-Athl Sup $100.00 Fan Cloth-VB Sup Refund $795.33 Francis Olson-Athl PS $150.00 Gifts Sew Sweet-FFA Sup $483.00 Good News Tour and Travel -Wash. DC Trip OS $8,800.00 Graham, Matt-SB Sup $27.59 Graphic Edge-VB Sup Refund $732.45 Hampton-Dumont HS-Athl Sup $90.00 Henry Schein-Athl Sup $102.61 Iowa Assoc of Track Coaches-Athl Sup $45.00 Iowa Girls Coaches Assoc.-Athl Sup $95.00 Iowa HS Speech Assoc.

-Speech & Drama Sup $75.00 Jason Sater-Athl PS $95.00 Jayne Hansen Lipps-Athl PS $130.00 Josten’s-Annual Sup $3,591.71 Karl Woolridge-Athl PS $245.00 Ken Meyers-Athl PS $540.00 Liberts-F&R Sup $549.21 Lynn’s Clothinbg-Cheer Sup $535.50 Mallory Johnson-Athl PS $90.00 Mark Kragel-Athl PS $375.00 Mark Nalan-Athl PS $150.00 Marty Pump-Athl PS $130.00 Matt Bethke-Athl PS $95.00 $80.90 Meyerig, Michael-K$ Conc Sup Monte Dearmoun-Athl PS $70.00 Musical Theatre International -Musical Sup $2,060.00 North Iowa Designs-FB Sup, FFA Sup $569.50 North Iowa Officials-Athl PS $400.00 Patrick Wilder-Athl PS $70.00 Patty Jo Sanderson-VB Sup Refund $182.00 Pepsi Beverages-HS Conc Sup $282.84 Pizza Ranch-FFA Sup $105.49 Put-In-Cups-Retail Marketing Sup $621.00 Reliance State Bank-St. Council Sup $300.00 Ron Rudisill-VB Sup Refund $40.00 Scott Whitehill-Athl PS $150.00 Shelby Schroeder-Athl PS $90.00 Steffens, Kelsey-VB Sup Refund $21.62 Steve Beecher-Athl PS $210.00 Sue Steimel-VB Sup Refund $40.00 Tim Esbeck-Athl PS $70.00 Todd Greiman-Athl PS $140.00 Troy Roberts-Athl PS $140.00

$76.12 Vansickel, Nicole-FCCLA Sup Varsity Spirit Fashions-Cheer Sup $81.45 VISA-Boys BB Sup $89.99 Total $25,465.94 MANAGEMENT FUND: Hill,m Debra-Early Retirement Benefit $250.00 Lorie Huffman-Retirement Benefit $100.00 Nancy Watson-Retirement Benefit $256.40 Prairie Energy Cooperative-Early $200.00 Retirement Benefit-T. Greiman Total $806.40 CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND: Larson Contracting -HS Reno Project $887,181.11 Marsh Painting-Int. Ext. Painting $2,127.00 Struxture Architect $21,089.63 -HS Reno Project Superior Parking Lot $6,700.00 -Parking Lot Striping TOTAL $917,097.74 PPEL FUND: BSN Sports-Playground Equipment $2,105.99 Electronic Specialties-Bus Radio $990.70 Garner Lumber-Greenhouse Project $56.28 Nelson Construction $3,392.50 -Greenhouse Project Next Generation Technologies $20,000.00 -Purch Serv Partitions Plus-Markerboards $1,220.00 Tom’s Electric-Lighting Installation $2,850.00 Town’s End-HS Bleachers $96,650.00 Yohn Enterprises-Greenhouse Project $248.61 TOTAL $127,514.08 HOUSE CONSTRUCTION FUND: Bremik Concrete Pumping $745.00 -House Const Sup City of Garner-House Const Sup $2,500.00 Garner Lumber-House Const Sup $4,401.66 Kramer Hardware-House Const Sup $174.06 Midwest Concrete Cutting $330.00 -House Const Sup VISA-House Const Sup $360.00 Waste Management-House Const Sup $51.92 Yohn Enterprises-House Const Sup $22,385.31 TOTAL $30,947.95 INTERNAL SERVICES FUND: $1,256.78 Aflac-Ins. Premiums Mercer H & B -Health & Dental Ins. Premiums $152,037.92 Total $153,294.70 NUTRITION FUND: Anderson Erickson Dairy $1,919.21 -Purch Food Bill’s Family Foods-Purch Food $10.46 Brandi Brager-Refund $33.50 Bret Scholl-Refund $12.65 EMS Detergent Services-Other Sup $240.75 Kramer Hardware-Other Sup $47.99 Martin Bros. Dist.-Purch Food, Ala Carte Purch Food, Other Sup $10,802.65 Nathan Campbell-Refund $7.25 Nathan Eischen-Refund $13.30 Pan-O-Gold Baking-Purch Food $524.13 Pepsi Beverages $565.26 -Ala Carte Purch Food Rachel Richardson-Refund $23.15 Richard Schreiber-Refund $28.80 Stephen Canchola-Refund $5.10 Total $14,234.20 MERIT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FUND: Brianne Bier-Scholarship Payment $1,000.00 Mallory Johnson $1,000.00 -Scholarship Payment Susan Pistek-Scholarship Payment $1,000.00 TOTAL $3,000.00 GRAND TOTAL $1,541,642.79 Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016

RECORDS

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WRIGHT COUNTY RECORDS

BIRTHS Sergio Miguel Tello Chimalhua, born on September 16 to Isabel Chimalhua Tepole, Eagle Grove.

Iris MayLynne Pelzer, born on September 20 to Melissa Ries, Eagle Grove.

Ila Faye Johnson, born on September 20 to Nicholas and Rachel Johnson, Fort Dodge.

Ari Raelynn Dillon, born on September 21 to Brittany Walker, Goodell.

Morgan Kay Winslow, born on September 22 to Micha and Jennifer Winslow, Humboldt.

Xander Grey McCelland, born on September 22 to Kateland Stehr, Britt.

Ismael Yepez Matul, born on September 23 to Maria Munguia, Corwith.

Ryah Su-Zan’ Poulson, born on September 23 to Brittni Hatch, Bancroft.

DEATHS Eleanor Noah, 90, Belmond, died on August 24.

Norma Jenison, 94, Belmond died on August 28.

Marie Gifford, 99, Belmond, died on September 10.

June Giesey, 87, Belmond, died on September 11.

Willie Rasmussen, 64, Clarion, died on September 19.

CIVIL COURT The court handled two child support matters.

DISTRICT COURTS The court handled one probation revocation.

Dillon Resh, 20, Goldfield, received a deferred judgment on September 23 to Possession of a Controlled Substance - Marijuana 1st Offense. Resh was placed on one year probation, assessed a $315 civil penalty, $125 Law Enforcement Initiative, and $140 in costs. An additional charge of Introduce Intoxicants or Drugs Into Institution was dismissed.

Alfonso Salazar Ruiz, 38, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on September 22 to Compulsory Education Violation 1st Offense. Salazar Ruiz was fined $100 plus 35% surcharge and $360 in costs.

Megon Peterman, 39, Fort Dodge, pled guilty on September 22 to Public Intoxication. Peterman was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge and $360 in costs.

Selvin Barahona Cabrera, 29, Dows, was found not guilty on September 22 to Domestic Abuse Assault. Case was dismissed.

Elias Medina, 49, Clarion, pled guilty on September 22 to Public Intoxication. Medina was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge and $60 in costs.

Christopher Melka, 20, Independence, pled guilty on September 23 to Assault Causing Bodily Injury or Mental Illness. Melka was sentenced

to 14 days in jail, $315 plus 35% surcharge, and $100 in costs.

TRAFFIC COURT Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Denise Ulicki, Dayton; Denise Richtsmeier, Ackley; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over): Pedro Garcia-Martinez, Clarion; Shawn Anders, Hubbard; Michael Nelsen, Lake City; Lois Schultz, Indianola; Lynda Adson, Vincent; Speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over): Matthew Niemi, Hermantown, MN; Shawn Guggisberg, Eagle Grove; Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): Herbert Matthews, Kansas City, KS; Lucas Ammerman, Galt; Nathan Knapp, Independence, MO; Speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over): Mary Powledge, Topeka, KS; Omar Ibrahim, Lexington, NE; Speeding over 55 zone (21 or over): Ashley McDaniel, Castle Rock, CO; Nicole Auge, St. Paul, MN; Hannah Terhark, Clarion; Excessive Speed 6 thru 10: Mary Karbula, Webster City; Arden Allen, Ackley; Derrick Schulte, Watkins; Matthew Holland, Clarion; Brandon Mohr, Eagle Grove; Patricia Swanson, Ottumwa; Speeding: Jenee Sprau, Meservey; No Valid Drivers License: Antonio Lopez Alvarez, Clarion; Graciela Rodriguez Torres, Hampton; No Valid Commercial Drivers License: James Cink, Britt; Driving While License Under Suspension: Melody Starbuck, Clarion; Zebulun McFadden, Dows; Operation Without Registration: Michael Johnson, Clarion; Financial Liability Coverage Violation: Becky Lane, Eagle Grove; Operation By Unqualified Driver: Ashley Mickelson, Waterloo; Failure to Yield Half of Roadway: Becky Lane, Eagle Grove; Failure to use Child Restraint Device: Alexis Brace, Sheffield; Careless Driving: Burke Colglazier, Latimer; Use Electronic Communication Device - Age 18: Lucas Ammerman, Galt; Vehicles Entering Stop or Yield Intersection: Richard Cahalan, Eagle Grove; PROPERTY TRANSFER Correction: Warranty Deed: Sims Family Farm LLC to Kell Agra Partnership; 13-90-24 NE S ½ of NW ¼; 13-90-24 NE SW; 16-1816.

Correction: Warranty Deed: Sims Family Farm LLC to Kell Agra Partnership; 13-90-24 SE; 13-90-24 NW Ly E of DD; 16-1817.

Warranty Deed: Dean and Carolyn Keller Trustee and Dean and Carolyn Keller Trust to Dean and Carolyn

Keller; 33-92-25 NE; 34-92-25 NW; 34-92-25 SE; 26-92-25 SW Tract and W 1/2; 26-92-25 SE; 11-91-25 W 1/2; 11-91-25 SE N 1/2; 11-91-25 SE W 30 AC of SE; 11-91-25 NE W 1/2 Exc; 16-1913.

Warranty Deed: Dean and Carolyn Keller to JKeller LLC; 33-92-25 NE; 34-92-25 NW; 34-92-25 SE; 26-92-25 SW Tract and W 1/2; 26-92-25 SE; 1191-25 W 1/2; 11-91-25 SE N 1/2; 1191-25 SE W 30 AC of SE; 11-91-25 NE W 1/2 Exc; 16-1915.

Warranty Deed: Dean and Carolyn Keller to DKeller LLC; 11-91-25 SE SW NE Tract and W 1/2; 16-1916.

Warranty Deed: Loretta Houston Trustee and Bertha Peck Revocable Trust to Houston Living Trust; 27-90-

24 SW and Tract; 16-1920.

Warranty Deed: Ruth Linn to Ruth Linn Life Estate, Alan Linn, Gail Christensen, Beth Linn, and Jeff Linn; 26-91-26 NW Tract in Lot 6 SW; 2691-26 NW Lot 3 in SW Exc & Tract; 16-1922.

Warranty Deed: Andrea Roe to Family Lucky Seven Farm LLC; 5-90-23 NE Parcel Letter C; 16-1926.

Warranty Deed: Dennis and Debra Larue to Dennis and Debra Larue; 6-91-24 NW Tract in SE Clar McKay’s ADdn Blk 12 Lot 3; 16-1929.

Warranty Deed: Valerie Baker to Bradley and Ashley Mrla; EG Parkview Addn Lot 33; 16-1931.

Quit Claim Deed: Debra and Daniel Whipple to Dion Whipple; 16-92-24

Lot 2 Pleasant View Sub and 16-9224 Tract in Second Pleasant View; Marienau 000007529001247079; 161938.

Quit Claim Deed: Terry and Jennifer Whipple to Marilyn Whipple; 16-92-24 SW Lot 13 Second Pleasant View; 16-92-24 Lot 2 Pleasant View; 16-92-24 Tract; Marienau 000007529001247082; 16-1940.

Warranty Deed: William Cramer, William Cramer Revocable Trust, and William Cramer Trustee to William and Ruth Cramer; 4-91-26 NE Parcel B Trustee Warranty Deed; 16-1941.

Warranty Deed: Ruth Cramer, Ruth Cramer Revocable Trust, and Ruth Cramer Trustee to William and Ruth Cramer; 4-91-26 NE Parcel B Trustee

Warranty Deed; 16-1943.

Warranty Deed: William and Ruth Cramer to Jayson Cramer; 4-91-26 NE Parcel B; 16-1945.

Warranty Deed: Martha and Christina Stockseth Trustee and Merlin and Rose Stockseth Irrevocable Trust to Yvonne Stockseth Estate and Andrew Lemmenes Executor; 18-93-24 SE W 70 Acres; 16-1948.

Tommy and Chryl Hill Trustee and Tommy and Chryl Hill Revocable Trust to Jane Loux Trustee and Loux Trust; Belm Suntken Addn Lot 6; 161953.

Warranty Deed: Brooks Auto Inc to Richard and Kimberly Brooks; 25-9324 NE Tracts; 16-1959.

Iowa Department of Management Form F638 - R (Published Summary)

County No: 41 Hancock County ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance -- Actual and Budget FY 2015/2016 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT 9/21/2016 For the fiscal year ended: June 30, 2016 Budget Accounting Basis: Special Capital Debt Actual Budgeted CASH General Revenue Projects Service Permanent Totals Totals REVENUES & OTHER FINANCING SOURCES (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G) Taxes Levied on Property 1 2,835,742 2,461,174 0 5,296,916 5,280,949 1 Less: Uncollected Delinquent Taxes - Levy Year 2 2 0 Less: Credits to Taxpayers 3 150,058 103,188 253,246 147,000 3 Net Current Property Taxes 4 2,685,684 2,357,986 0 5,043,670 5,133,949 4 Delinquent Property Tax Revenue 5 861 644 1,505 1,400 5 Penalties, Interest & Costs on Taxes 6 31,862 31,862 30,000 6 Other County Taxes/TIF Tax Revenues 7 53,611 422,601 476,212 508,448 7 Intergovernmental 8 490,217 4,425,043 4,915,260 3,940,480 8 Licenses & Permits 9 15,863 6,890 22,753 17,275 9 Charges for Service 10 311,726 60,273 371,999 359,873 10 Use of Money & Property 11 159,610 54,302 213,912 207,606 11 Miscellaneous 12 18,733 270,684 289,417 260,750 12 Subtotal Revenues 13 3,768,167 7,598,423 0 0 0 11,366,590 10,459,781 13 Other Financing Sources: General Long-Term Debt Proceeds 14 14 0 Operating Transfers In 15 2,170,000 2,170,000 2,170,000 15 Proceeds of Capital Asset Sales 16 16 0 Total Revenues & Other Sources 17 3,768,167 9,768,423 0 0 0 13,536,590 12,629,781 17 EXPENDITURES & OTHER FINANCING USES

Operating:

Public Safety and Legal Services

18

Physical Health Social Services

19

Mental Health, ID & DD

20

County Environment and Education

21

Roads & Transportation

22

Government Services to Residents

23

Administration

24

Nonprogram Current

25

Debt Service

26

Capital Projects

27

1,746,930 285,429 18,258 430,998 1,014,311 5,070

144,328

0

1,891,258 285,429 413,759 591,366 4,913,144 438,940 1,017,062 5,070 0 449,722 10,005,750

1,991,687 18 336,480 19 441,962 20 630,668 21 5,270,300 22 486,446 23 1,125,770 24 16,000 25 0 26 555,000 27 10,854,313 28

2,170,000 0 12,175,750

2,170,000 29

413,759 573,108 4,913,144 7,942 2,751

28

3,500,996

449,722 6,504,754

Operating Transfers Out

29

260,000

1,910,000

Refunded Debt/Payments to Escrow

30 31

3,760,996

8,414,754

0

0

0

Changes in fund balances

32

1,353,669 3,911,277

0

0

33

7,171 1,947,733

0

Beginning Fund Balance - July 1, 2015 Increase (Decrease) in Reserves (GAAP Budget)

34

30,000 3,626 165,000

5,264,946

1,756,278 1,954,904

0 5,264,946

0 0

0 0

0 0

Subtotal Expenditures

Other Financing Uses:

Total Expenditures & Other Uses

Fund Balance - Nonspendable

35

Fund Balance - Restricted

36

Fund Balance - Committed

37

Fund Balance - Assigned

38

Fund Balance - Unassigned

39

Total Ending Fund Balance - June 30, 2016

40

0

0

Additional details are available at: Notes to the financial statement, if any:

with modifications), commencing at the Southwest Corner Section 35-97-26 (intersection of 280th Street and Echo Avenue) thence easterly 1.0 miles to the Southeast Corner Section 35-97-26 (intersection of 280th Street and Ford Avenue).

WHEREAS, No objections have been received, either in writing or by persons present.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Hancock County Board of Supervisors that the subject section be ordered vacated and closed.

A public hearing was held at 10:05 a.m. regarding the vacation of a portion of 300th Street located between section 23, Bingham Township T97N R26W and section 26, Bingham Township, T97N R26W was held. Present were Hancock County Board of Supervisors Greiman, Sweers, and Tlach; Hancock County Auditor Eisenman and Hancock County Engineer, Adam Clemons and Assistant to the Engineer, Al Bredlow. Present from the public were Daryl Beenken, Rob Renneker-Winnebago Cooperative Telephone Association, Cal Larson, LeRoy Vrieze, and Roger Bachman. No written objections had been received. The meeting was opened for comments from the floor. Much discussion followed with all give the chance to voice their reasons on the pros and cons for the vacation. On motion by Supervisor Greiman, and seconded by Supervisor Tlach, to continue the public hearing on the vacation of the portion of 300th Street until November 28, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. Ayes: Greiman, Sweers, Tlach. Nayes: None. Motion carried.

A public hearing was held at 10:10 a.m. regarding the vacation of a portion of Road No. 7 located in section 21, Avery Township T94N R23W and portion of Road No. 247 located in section 21, Avery Township T94N R23W. Present were Hancock County Board of Supervisors Greiman, Sweers, and Tlach; Hancock County Auditor Eisenman and Hancock County Engineer, Adam Clemons and Assistant to the Engineer, Al Bredlow. Present from the public was Roger Bachman. No written or oral objections had been received. Discussion followed with public present in regards to access to property with clarification of the entire road not being vacated.

On motion by Supervisor Tlach, seconded by Supervisor Greiman, the Board unanimously approved the following Resolution: RESOLUTION TO VACATE A COUNTY ROAD Hancock County WHEREAS, This being the date and time set for the hearing on the proposed vacation and On motion by Supervisor Tlach, seconded by Supervisor Greiman and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the County Auditor to issue checks for the claims on file from September 6 to September 19, 2016 as follows closure of a portion of Hancock County Secondary Road, described as follows: 1. Road No. 7. That portion of Road No. 7 commencing at the S. of Section 21-T94NR23W (currently 120th Street) thence north 33.00 feet to the north right-of-way line to a point of beginning, thence north 512.16 feet, thence east 231.00 feet, thence north 791.34 feet to the terminus of Road No. 7.

AND 2. Road No. 247. That portion of Road No. 247 commencing at the terminus of

Road No. 7 thence west 264.00 feet to the north-south centerline of Section 21-T94NR23W, thence north, on the north-south centerline of Section 21, 687.72 feet terminating at a point 660.00 feet South of the Center of Section 21-T94N-R23W, known as the SW corner of NW . of the NW1/4.

SE1/4. Section 21-T94N-R23W. WHEREAS, No objections have been received, either in writing or by persons present.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Hancock County Board of Supervisors that the subject section be ordered vacated and closed.

A public hearing was held at 10:15 a.m. regarding the vacation of a portion of Welch Avenue located between section 22, Avery Township T94N R23W and section 23, Avery Township T94N R23W. Present were Hancock County Board of Supervisors Greiman, Sweers, and Tlach; Hancock County Auditor Eisenman and Hancock County Engineer, Adam Clemons and Assistant to the Engineer, Al Bredlow.

There were no persons present from the public.

No written or oral objections had been received.

On motion by Supervisor Greiman, seconded

by Supervisor Tlach, the Board unanimously approved the following Resolution: RESOLUTION TO VACATE A COUNTY ROAD Hancock County WHEREAS, This being the date and time set for the hearing on the proposed vacation and closure of a portion of Hancock County Secondary Road, described as follows: That portion of Welch Avenue, Road No. 150, originally established in October 1879 (see Road Record Book 2, page 155) all lying between Section 22-94-23 and Section 23-94-23. The intention of this road closure is to vacate a segment of public road commencing at the Southwest Corner of said Section 23-94-23 thence running in a northerly direction to 1,000 feet South of the NW Corner of said Section 23-94-23.

WHEREAS, No objections have been received, either in writing or by persons present.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Hancock County Board of Supervisors that the subject section be ordered vacated and closed.

A 1 Excavating & Drainage, Payment #2 DD #1&2 Em Upper 7,692.66 Absolute Waste Removal,Disposal 135.73 Advanced Systems, Copier Maint 363.24 Ahlers & Cooney P C,Legal Serv 750.00 Airgas USA, Welding Supp 723.87 Algona Welding & Machine,Parts 1,980.00 Alliant Energy,Util 7,252.06 American Institutional Supply, Jail Inmate Supp 153.66 Aramark,Misc Exp 340.07 Arnold Motor Supply,Parts 1,198.66 Auca Chicago Lockbox,Misc/Towels 75.62 B & W Control Spec, Spraying 1,798.75 Barco Municipal Products, Sign Posts 482.54 Bill’s Family Foods,Cust Supp 1,182.91 Black Hills Energy,Util 329.09 BMC Aggregates, Esp Gravel 695.12 Bolton & Menk, JDd Establishment Eng Fees 4,240.50 Bomgaars Supply, Shop Supp/Tape Measure/Cutters 90.74 BRBR Llp,Well Plugging 500.00 Brian Roberts,Cpr Recertification 30.00

Britt Draft Horse Ass’n, 2016-2017 Alloc 1,000.00 Burtness/Lundgren Plbg/Heating,Bldgs 361.70 Calhoun-Burns/Assoc, Bridge Inspection 2,244.40 Campbell Supply Co, Parts 301.56 Card Services,Supp 773.87 Casey’s Gen Stores, Fuel 37.82 Ccpoa Of Iowa, Ccpoa Fall Workshop 65.00 Central Iowa Detention, Medication Review 2,851.65 Central Lock & Key, Keys 22.60 Century Link,Ph 1,925.82 Chief Supply Corporation, Light Holder Cord 117.45 Cintas First Aid & Safety,Med Kit 16.57 City Of Britt,Util 35.08 City Of Forest City,Util 110.69 City Of Garner, Fy17 Cat Grant/Garner Library/Util 5,263.00 City Of Goodell,Util 43.50 City Of Klemme,Util 31.80 City Of Woden,Util 65.00 Class C Solutions Group,Shop Tools 1,373.15 Clerk Of Circuit Court,Legal/Court 7.00 Communications 1 Network,Ph 1,795.85 Corwith Mun Utilities,Util 65.29 Cory Leerar,Remove Equip From Ford Expedition 200.00 Cott Systems, Hosted Online Index Books 250.00 Culver-Hahn Electric,Misc Supp 601.57 Dave Lane,Tools 919.95 DD #159,Outlet Fee DD #151 Lat 1 To DD #159 400.00 DD #26 Lat 1,Outlet Fee For DD #33 To DD 26 Lat 1 285.00 DD #26 Main,Outlet Fee For DD 33 To DD 26 M Op 50.00 DD #39,Drainage Taxes 892.00 DD #8a,Outlet Fee For DD #8 To DD #8a 5,200.00 Deano’s Road Dust Control, Calcium Chloride 16,321.50 Deluxe Corporation,Checks 260.78 Des Moines Stamp Mfg Co,Name Plate 58.30 Doug’s Small Engine,Mower Belts /Hedge Trimmer Rep 1,033.70 Electronic Engr. Co.,Radio Part 12,644.30 Electronic Specialties, Monthly Serv Agreement 174.00 Engh Rentals,Oct Rent 100.00 Equipment Blades, Blades 900.00 Ewing Funeral Home, Funeral Exp 1,445.00 Family Veterinary Practice, (2) Stray Dogs 112.00 Farmers Co-Op Association,Fuel 76.69 First Security Bank & Trust,House Pymt 500.00 Fjetland Pest Control,Misc Exp 47.00 Fleetpride,Parts 1,186.12 Force America,Parts 645.14 Forest City Vet Clinic, Mach/2nd Vaccination 27.00 Francis Lauer Youth,Shelter Care 1,446.15 Frontier,Util 49.06 Galls, Park Ranger Uniform 274.92 Garner Lumber & Supply Co,Misc Supp 15.98 Garner Village Apartments,Rent 300.00 Geocomm, Gis Mapping 22,474.00 Globe Gazette,2 Yr Subscription 80.00 Graves Const Co, Bridge 1654 Twin Lakes Section 8 & 17 64,222.55 Hancock Co Coop Oil Co,Fuel 17,769.91 Hancock Co Health System, Grant/Safety/Alcohol Screen 1,414.13

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1,360,840 -394,532 32 5,859,010 4,498,642 33 34 0 30,000 30,000 35 5,268,572 2,828,767 36 165,000 165,000 37 38 0 1,756,278 1,080,343 39 7,219,850 4,104,110 40 Telephone: 641-923-3163 Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016

Official Proceedings: Hancock County Board of Supervisors

HANCOCK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS September 19, 2016 Garner, Iowa The Hancock County, Iowa, Board of Supervisors met in adjourned session on the above captioned date pursuant to adjournment with Supervisors Florence (Sis) Greiman Ron Sweers, and Jerry J. Tlach present. Absent: none.

The minutes of September 12, 2016 meeting were read and approved.

On motion by Supervisor Greiman, seconded

by Supervisor Tlach and carried unanimously, the Board gave approval to the following: Abatement of uncollectible taxes in the amount of $248.00 on parcel number 2828 2898000083 and mobile home 63831AB under the name of Ernest William Henning, Jr. Tentatively approved Engineer Kent L. Rode’s report for Drainage District No. 1 and 2 West Main Lateral 24 for open ditch repairs and set date and time for a formal hearing with the landowners to be held on December 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the basement of the Law Enforcement Center.

Tentatively approved Engineer Kent L. Rode’s report for Drainage District No. 38 for open ditch repairs and set date and time for a formal hearing with the landowners to be held on December 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the basement of the Law Enforcement Center. Signing of contract with Holland Contracting Corp., Forest City, Iowa, for the main open ditch and tile improvements in Drainage District No. 82, for the amount of $242,813.25.

On motion by Supervisor Tlach, seconded by Supervisor Greiman and carried unanimously, the Board gave approval to the following: Tentatively approved Engineer Kent L. Rode’s report for Drainage District No. 1 and 2 West Main for open ditch repairs and set date and time for a formal hearing with the landowners to be held on December 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the basement of the Law Enforcement Center.

A public hearing was held at 10:00 a.m. regarding the vacation of a portion of 280th Street located between section 2, Orthel Township T96N R26W and section 35, Bingham Township, T97N R26W. Present were Hancock County Board of Supervisors Greiman, Sweers, and Tlach; Hancock County Auditor Eisenman and Hancock County Engineer, Adam Clemons and Assistant to the Engineer, Al Bredlow. Present from the public were Daryl Beenken, Rob Renneker-Winnebago Cooperative Telephone Association, Cal Larson, LeRoy Vrieze, Roger Bachman, and David Nedved. No written or oral objections had been received.

On motion by Supervisor Greiman, seconded

by Supervisor Tlach, the Board unanimously approved the following Resolution: RESOLUTION TO VACATE A COUNTY ROAD Hancock County WHEREAS, This being the date and time set for the hearing on the proposed vacation and closure of a portion of Hancock County Secondary Road, described as follows: That portion of 280th Street, Road No. 156, originally established in October 1879 (see Road Record Book 2, page 155) lying between Section 2-96-26 Orthel Township and Section 35-97-26 Bingham Township.

The intention of this road closure is to vacate a segment of public road (original and

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Hancock Co Sec Road Dept, 911 Signs Installation 209.88 Hancock Co Sheriff,Reimb/Pstge 91.96 Hancock Co Treasurer,Taxes 11,715.00 Hancock County Medical Benefit, Sept/Oct 16 Med Prem 203,453.72 Heartland Power Cooperative,Util 10.00 Holland Contracting Corp, Bldgs/Cthse/Steps Replaced 8,985.00 Huber Supply Co,Welding Supp 194.51 Hunt’s Electric, Misc Exp 899.90 I & S Group, Prof Serv Dd 58,038.72 IA State Ass’n-Counties, 2016 Isac Fall Sch 750.00 IACCVSO,2016 Fall Sch 240.00 IMWCA,Workman’s Comp 7,483.00 Inject Tech Diesel, Parts 622.59 Interstate Motor Trucks,Filters/Parts 5,090.10 Iowa Northern Railway Co,Sign 4,216.68 ISAA,Educ 650.00 ISCTA,Fall Leadership Retreat 50.00 ISSDA,(4) Jail School 550.00 Jack’s Ok Tire Service,Tires 2,100.00 Jason Lackore,Cust Serv 558.25 JDD #79-49,Drainage Taxes 61.00 Jerry Christensen,Mtng/Mlge 44.20 JMY Graphix,Shirts 200.00 Joan M Gouge,Meeting 35.00 John Deere Financial,Parts 342.58 K & H Coop Oil Co.,Fuel 4,691.89 Kaiser’s Auto Repair,Mv Serv 833.49 Kanawha Equipment,Parts 4,166.19 Kramer Hardware, Misc Supp 255.48 Lake Mills Motor Sp, 2016 Polaris Ranger 12,726.97 Larson Printing Co,Supp 83.50 Linda Juhl,Mlge/Drivers License Trng 105.80 Lynell Kohlmeyer,Mlge 162.00 Mail Services, Mv Notices 391.50 Marc,Misc Supp 340.98 Marco, Cont Base Rate 507.98 Marianne Welsch,Mlge 105.24 Marriott,Isac Fall Sch 430.08 Marvin L Johnson,Mtng/Mlge 54.32 Matheson Tri-Gas, Shop Tools 15,492.42 Mat’s Place,Inmate Meals 1,605.00 MaxYield Coop,Gas 5,958.17 Mcclure Engineering,Prof Serv Dd 3,470.50 Mechanical Air Systems,Bldgs 1,477.34 Menards,Misc Supp 897.87 Michelle Eisenman,Reimb Pstge/Elect 20.15 Mid Country Machinery, Parts 213.97 Mid-America Publishing Corp,Publ 606.59 Mid-West Roofing Company,Bldgs 460.88 Midwest Wheel Companies,Parts 534.83 NG-911,Replace Modem 1,171.00 North Central Sales/Service, Towing Mv/Storage 220.00 North Iowa Designs,Supp 128.66 North Iowa Media Group,Brd Proc 344.61 Northern Iowa, Corrugated Metal Pipe 13,653.00 Ollenburg Motors, Replace Panel Mv Door 575.23 Petro Blend Corporation,Oil/Filters 2,230.10 Pitney Bowes,Quarterly Pstge 595.26 Postmaster - Auditor,Pstge/Election 470.00 Powerplan,Parts 10,501.44 Prairie Energy Cooperative,Util 935.60 Presto-X,Misc Exp 56.28 Printing Services, Supp 760.11 Pritchard Auto Company, Parts/2016 Ford Expedition 24,132.68 Pro-Ware, 2015 Software Upgrade Asset Keeper 325.00

196,699.95 Reding’s Gravel & Excav,Sand Reliance State Bank,Safe Deposit Box 36.00 Renner & Birchem, Progress Billing Audit June 30,2016 6,000.00 Rich Gardner,Well Plugging 500.00 Rognes Brothers Exc, 2,025.00 Pymt #4 DD #149 Ron Sweers,Mlge/Mtngs 38.64 RSVP Of North Central Ia, 5,000.00 2016-2017 Alloc Signs & Designs, 385.00 Truck Lettering/Installation Sis Greiman,July/Aug Meetings 39.10 Spencer Steel, 308.48 Sign Post Base Stabilizer Plates Staples Credit Plan,Off Supp 142.73 State Hygienic Laboratory, 32.50 Water Testing Eld Shwd Pk Stoney Creek Inn, 99.68 Iowa Land Records Seminar Stop Tech Ltd,Stop Stick/Sleeve/Reel 662.00 Storey Kenworthy,Laptop Sleeves 117.59 Swenson’s Hardware,Parts 245.76 Synohrony Bank,Food Plot Seed 178.63 Tammy’s Pharmacy,Presc/Inmate 167.14 Terry Flick,Tools 407.20 Tesene Maurer & Maurer DDS PC, 298.00 Inmate/Dentist Tony Sents,Tile Repair 368.95 Travis Schleusner, 653.55 Cry Lk Pk Hydrant Repair Trulson Auto Parts,Battery 1,355.82 U.S. Cellular,Aug Ph 1,140.82 Uline,Labels/Election 153.51 United Parcel Service,Water Testing 17.19 Waste Management Of Wi-Mn, 4,826.30 Rural Drop Offs Waste Management/Cons, 805.32 Sanitation Fee Waste Management/S R,Disposal 120.23 Watchguard Video, 256.00 DVD Blank/Sleeve Paper Weaver & Weaver, Repair Dd #9 Lat 9 639.59 Winnebago Co. Sher,Legal/Court 27.56 Winnebago Coop,Ph 577.66 Wright Co Secondary Roads, 14,036.38 Eng Share Wright County Sheriff,Serving Papers 26.34 Xerox Corporation,Machine Rent 127.39 Yohnco, Grout 1,416.00 Ziegler, Parts 5,821.66 Grand Total 864,938.64 On a joint teleconference with Winnebago County Board of Supervisor, William Jensvold, Absent: Mike Stensrud and Terry Durby, and Hancock County Board of Supervisors, Florence (Sis) Greiman, Ron Sweers, and Jerry Tlach, motion by Supervisor Greiman, seconded by Supervisor Jensvold, tentatively approved Engineer Kent L. Rode’s report for Joint Drainage District No. 37-39 and set time and date for a formal hearing with landowners to be held on December 12, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at the basement of the Law Enforcement Center.

No further business to come before the Board, motion made to adjourn at 12:32 p.m.

by Supervisor Greiman and carried. All Supervisors present voting, “Aye,” session to adjourn and will meet again on September 26, 2016.

ATTEST: Michelle K. Eisenman, Auditor Ron Sweers, Chair Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016

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Brandt Stump Removal Service, insured, free estimates, 515-9282427.

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28 AT 10:00 AM

Greene Community Center | 202 West South St | Greene, IA LISTING #13737: This property consists of 80 acres m/l,

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Attorney: John Heckel, Tom Lawler | Seller: Fuoss V. Landers Partition Jeffrey T. Obrecht | 515.689.1648 | JObrecht@PeoplesCompany.com

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HOUSEHOLD AUCTION 586 3rd Ave. SW Britt, IA

Saturday, October 8, 2016 - 10 a.m.

Owner: Jeanne Kraus

Household: Duncan Phyfe table w/ 3 leaves; 3 full size beds; dresser; couch; Love seat couch with dual recliners; end tables; chairs; drop leaf table; Singer Stylist sewing machine; White Super Lock 534 serger; vintage Singer sewing machine w/cabinet; desk; Maytag wringer washer; dual wash tub; copper boiler; nail barrel; cheese box; pressure cooker; bedding; Electrolux vacuums; typewriter; glassware; plates; microwave; mixer; pots & pans; kitchenware; books; wall hangings; pictures; luggage; step ladder; shovels; rakes; brooms; hand tools; saw table; saw horses.

NOTE: Jeanne has moved to the Summit House and has sold her home.

Everything is clean and in great condition. Not responsible for accidents or items after they are sold. Statements made day of sale supersede printed matter.

TERMS: Cash or good check. Nothing removed until settled for.

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Starting $16-$17/hr plus benefits Start immediately Call Craig: 515-570-3469