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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2016 NUMBER 44, 155TH YEAR
Glandon seeks election for first full term Casey Hinnah runs
Sigourney Christian Church
A soup supper will be hosted at the Sigourney Christian Church on November 2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sponsored by CWF. Free will offering.
Sigourney Health Care News
Thursday, Nov. 3 Christian Communion w/ Pastor Shannon 10 a.m. Public is invited. Thursday, Nov. 3 sing along Gospel Music w/ Alice Menne 2 p.m. Public is invited.
Fish Fry at Knights of Columbus Hall
A Fish Fry will be served at Knights of Columbus Hall in Harper on Friday, Nov. 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free will offering
Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa Enrollment Event
Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa (VNS of Iowa) will be hosting an enrollment event to provide assistance to individuals enrolling in the health insurance marketplace. The event will be held at Sigourney Public Library from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 4. Call 515-2881516 to schedule an appointment. Walkins accepted, but may be rescheduled for a later date.
By CJ Eilers News Editor When Doug Glandon joined the Sigourney City Council at the behest of Terry Hollingsworth, Glandon knew he was on the same page as the former mayor on many issues. Both men wished to clean up the properties around Sigourney and to make the city a decent place to live and visit. They revised descriptions for positions within city employment and bracketed wages to keep good employees with the City. Spending taxes wisely was heavy on their minds. Glandon was selected Mayor Pro-Tempore by Hollingsworth for these reasons. When Hollingsworth passed away suddenly in December of last year, Glandon assumed the title and responsibilities of mayor of Sigourney. Even in a role he didn’t expect to take, Glandon believes the work hasn’t changed. “I have always believed everyone should take their turn in service, whether it be in government, community or leadership,” Glandon said. “Sure, there are times when the calls you get in a day may be rough and sometimes this
Mayor Doug Glandon is seeking his first full term as Mayor of Sigourney for the November 8 election. Photo submitted by Angie Alderson. job does take more than what you can fit in a week, but we’re fortunate to have great employees to help balance the work.” Since he was not elected as mayor, Glandon is required to run for office on November 8, despite not having an opponent on the ballot. Voters may write in names for the election. Although Glandon knows the mayor is a vital role in the community, he insists that the day-to-day operation of the city wouldn’t be possible without the employees and City Council playing their part.
“I don’t see this as me running everything,” Glandon said. “I make my opinion heard and hope to make the right decision for the city.” The issues relevant to Glandon two years ago still remain the same; especially keeping Sigourney clean for its residents and visitors. Street cleanings are done weekly on Mondays, funds generated from the Local Options Sales and Service Tax (LOSST) have continued to go to street projects, and more inspections of rental properties have taken place to ensure quality and cleanliness. Glandon and the Waste Water Committee raised sewer rates to collect funds for the new sewer lagoon improvements, which will include an underwater filter that measures 24 feet wide and 300 feet long. The decision to raise rates sooner rather than later was to build reserves an avoid an increase later. “We want us to be efficient with our dollars while trying to improve our city,” Glandon said. “People that come into town see our clean streets and are attracted to the look, and they want to bring business here.”
Morlan runs for city council
Sigourney Lions Club Pancake Supper
By CJ Eilers News Editor Jim Morlan will run to keep his At-Large seat with the Sigourney City Council on November 8, intent on making a positive difference in a community he feels at home in. Morlan joined the council in March of this year, taking Doug Glandon’s seat after he became Mayor of Sigourney in February. Months before taking a spot with the council, Morlan was familiarizing himself with the very people he’d work with by attending council meetings as a member of the public. “I wanted to be more involved in my community,” Morlan said. “I’m retired, so I had the time to listen and wanted to see for myself what was talked about at these meetings. Since I was the only member of the public at these meetings, I would give any suggestions I could, and the council came to know me.” The council encouraged Morlan to consider running for the empty At-Large council member seat, for which he wrote a letter to do so and was accepted as the newest councilmember. Morlan knew he would have to later be elected, but concentrated his time and effort into
Delta Neighbors Sports Night
Goldman seeks to be re-elected for County Recorder
Keswick American Legion Soup Supper
The Keswick American Legion will host a Soup Supper on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free will offering
Packwoood Christian Church Harvest Home Supper
Packwood Christian Church is having their annual Harvest Home Supper on Saturday Nov. 5, 2016, serving from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Free will offering accepted.
Holy Trinity Harvest Dinner
Holy Trinity’s Parish in Keota will be serving a harvest dinner on Sunday, November 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free will offering.
The Sigourney Lions Club will host their annual pancake supper on election night on Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at St. Mary Parish Center.
This event will take place at Delta Neighbors Gas and Grill. Nov. 12-Sports Night (wear your favorite team apparel) Continued on page 2
In This Issue Church Calendar............. Pg. 5 Classifieds.................. Pg. 6, 7 Obituaries........................... 3 Opinion/Editorial............ Pg. 4 Local........... Pg. 2, 3, 5, 9, 10, 11, 13 Records........................ Pg. 8, 9 Sports.......... Pg. 13, 14, 15, 16 Tri County Tribune.........Pg. 12
Responses Submitted Tell us about yourself and your family. I am the daughter of Donna Paarman and the late Don Paarman, with strong family ties to the community. I am very proud to be almost a life-long resident of Keokuk County (except for a few years after high school) and feel privileged to have raised my family here. I am the proud mother of four children - Heather, Tyler, Bryce, Rylee, and a grandson, Jaden. How long have you been Recorder for Keokuk County? I was appointed as Keokuk County Recorder as of December 15, 2014, after Melissa Bird resigned. This was a very smooth transition, having held the position of Deputy Recorder for 8 years. I feel blessed to be part of a unified courthouse family. What accomplishments have
Jim Morlan of Sigourney learning about his new position. “I’m still new, so I still ask a lot questions, but I feel my opinion matters even if it might not be right at that time,” Morlan said. “I’ve been impressed about how well the council works together. Everyone is so level-headed and I enjoy working with them.” No opponent is listed against Morlan on the ballot, but he feels getting his voice and ear out to the public remains important. Since taking office, Morlan has attended community events to support local causes, attended conferences for city officials covering various topics, and talks with residents about city
Dawn Goldman, Keokuk County Recorder. Photo submitted. you made? 1) I have completed a 3-year certification course in 18 months to become a certified Recorder. 2) Our office is in the process of indexing and scanning Court Officer Deeds that are held in the Auditor’s office, as well as, indexing and scanning recorder office records (mortgages, deeds,
concerns. Most recently, Morlan attended Sigourney Fire Department’s annual breakfast to support the local firemen. “My goals are to serve the community, continue to educate myself on how to be a better councilman, and to be open minded to different ideas,” Morlan said. “I take my vows seriously. I want to help solve whatever issues that comes to my attention by listening to people and evaluating their situation.” Issues important to Morlan include keeping the streets of Sigourney properly maintained, continuing to work together as a city council, and addressing the needs of the new lagoon upgrades. He also wishes to continue attending events to listen to what people have to say, and encourages anyone to approach him about issues they find important. Morlan currently serves on the Water and Wastewater Committee, Parks and Recreation Committee, and the Public Safety Committee. He lives in Sigourney with his wife of 48 years, Nancy, and previously was a CAD Designer for Nielsen-Baumbert Engineering in Omaha, NE.
releases, etc...) back to 1976. This will greatly help with the preservation of the records and make them more accessible to researchers, surveyors and the general public. 3) I am very proud to have hired 2 new employees that have had to learn the broad spectrum of duties in the office and help me provide wonderful customer service. What are your plans for the future years? I will continue to attend (as well as other office personnel) the educational trainings that keeps the office up to date on new legislation and changes that affect our daily duties and responsibilities. We are also currently in the process of discussing an upgrade for the real estate software. We will always strive to provide knowledgeable, accurate, and friendly customer service.
unopposed for Keokuk County Sheriff
Article Submitted I am a lifelong resident of Keokuk County and live on the family farm with my wife, Morgan and our 4 children—Harpyr, Maddyn, Gunnyr and Kannyn. I have worked at the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office since 2000 holding the positions as Reserve Deputy, Deputy Sheriff and Chief Deputy prior to proudly serving as Sheriff the last 4 years. I am a graduate of Sigourney Schools and continued my education at Indian Hills Community College in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor’s degree from Iowa State in Sociology. I enjoy working on the family farm and spending time with my wife and children Since becoming Sheriff, the demand for changes in technology has changed and I have worked to equip each patrol vehicle with in-car cameras for better evidence in criminal prosecution and also to alleviate liability towards the department and county. Each patrol vehicle has a lap top computer, which allows the deputy to be able to work more from their patrol vehicle and be able to have access to a statewide network, which allows them to have instant communication to surrounding counties and Iowa State Patrol. The capabilities of the system provide a higher level of safety and awareness with the ability to communicate with these other agencies. Through the outpouring donation support of our community members, we have recently purchased a K-9 named “Hux” who is a big asset to our department. We have been monitoring the sex offenders in our county more closely with more compliance checks and training for staff.
Casey Hinnah, Keokuk County Sheriff. Photo submitted. We have been able to apply for and receive a grant in the last 2 years for help with the purchase of bullet-proof vests for our deputies. We have also applied and received grant money from the Keokuk County Community Endowment Foundation the last 3 years for help with the purchase of new radio repeaters and our K-9, Hux. We are also involved with the sTEP program and Tobacco Compliance Program with the State of Iowa which helps us with purchasing equipment for the department. If elected, I will continue to keep updated with continual changes of technology in law enforcement within the means of our yearly budget and through any available grants. Keokuk County Jail is in early stages of implementing a program used widely in the State of Iowa called Jail Diversion, which helps keep individuals from reentering the criminal justice system, which can save money. I will also insure that our staff keeps up with all trainings and classes in all aspects of law enforcement.
Board of Supervisors vacate two properties during weekly meeting By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met for their weekly meeting on Monday, Oct. 31, where they held two public meetings to vacate properties in the county. The first property is “a portion of road record No. 576 located in Section 1, Township 74N, range 11W, more particularly described as all that part of 275th Avenue from the South Skunk River north to the south right of way line of 280th street.” Landowners wished to set up a fence to keep out poachers and mud runners, which required the land be vacated. The Board approved vacating the land. The second property is located “in Section 36, Township 75N, range 11W and in Section 1, Township 74N, range 11W, more particularly described as all that part of road No. 386 from the southeast corner of the southwest quarter of the SW quarter of Section 36, T75N, R11W; thence east 1095’.”According to the Board, the land was already farmed and long considered vacated. It was brought to their attention that the property was actually considered county road, and the Board formally vacated the land. Keokuk County Engineer Andy McGuire met with the Board
to discuss moving up a bridge replacement project on 170th Street, east of What Cheer. Originally slated for replacement in 2018, McGuire felt the county had the time and material to do this project now. McGuire will search for a contract, and the beginning letting date is set at Nov. 14. After further discussion of the county offices adopting the Tyler 10 Software, a real estate software program, the Board vote two to one not to implement the system. The software would have cost $176,000 over two to three years. According to Supervisor Deke Wood, the system is too expensive for the county at the moment. The quote given to the Board will remain in effect for a year. Deputy Recorder Kristen Tool was approved for a wage increase of two and a half percent by the Board on the recommendation of County Recorder Dawn Goldman. The Board also met with Anna Bruen, the RC and D Director for Pathfinders. The organization is a 501(C)3 that connects community with resources for projects. Supervisor Deke Wood is a member of Pathfinders, which was why Bruen made her visit to the board meeting. Board members and Bruen discussed the possibility of using Pathfinders to search for grants for the Belva Deer Trail project.
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Sigourney Lighted Christmas Parade
The Sigourney Lighted Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, Nov. 26. If interested in being in the parade, please contact Trisha Brooks at 641-541-0679.
Lord’s Pantry Holiday Giveaway
The Lord’s Pantry in Sigourney is hosting a Holiday 2016 program for families and individuals who may be in need of assistance during the holiday season. To request benefits for anyone you know, send a letter or postcard to the Lord’s Pantry/Patty Hammes at 19272 180th Ave Sigourney, IA 52591.
Holiday Tour of Homes
The 2016 Holiday Tour of Homes, hosted by the Friends of the Sigourney Public Library, will take place on Sunday, December 4, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Bingo at Sigourney Health Care and Assisted Living
Bingo at Sigourney Health Care and Assisted Living is Tuesdays at 2 p.m.
Manor House Sing-A-Long
Sing-A-Long at Manor House Care Center in Sigourney is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The entire community is encouraged to attend.
Keokuk County Public Health
Keokuk County Public Health Immunization Clinic is the third Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free clinic for children without insurance or underinsured. Blood pressure checks are also available on a walk-in basis.
Food Pantry
Keokuk County Community Services food referrals are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Courthouse in Sigourney.
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MENUS AND CALENDARS Sigourney Senior Center Lunch Menu
Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, November 2: Sweet and sour pork, brown rice, lima beans, banana bread, margarine, orange wedges, skim milk Thursday, November 3: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, poultry gravy, broccoli with cheese sauce, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, vanilla pudding with bananas, skim milk Friday, November 4: Beef stew, spinach mandarin orange, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, plum halves, bar crispy rice, skim milk Monday, November 7: Beef macaroni casserole, lima beans, confetti coleslaw, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, strawberries and bananas, skim milk Tuesday, November 8: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, cream style corn, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, apricot halves, skim milk Wednesday, November 9: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, spinach, vinegar, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, peaches and yogurt, chocolate chip bar, skim milk Milk, Whole Wheat and Whole Grain Bread/Muffins and Margarine are offered with all meals. This menu provides a general balanced diet that meets the RDA’s/RIA’s for adults.
Keota Senior Center Lunch Menu
Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, November 2: Sweet and sour pork, brown rice, lima beans, banana bread, margarine, orange wedges, skim milk Friday, November 4: Beef stew, spinach mandarin orange, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, plum halves, bar crispy rice, skim milk Monday, November 7: Beef macaroni casserole, lima beans, confetti coleslaw, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, strawberries and bananas, skim milk Wednesday, November 9: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, spinach, vinegar, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, peaches and yogurt, chocolate chip bar, skim milk Milk, Whole Wheat and Whole Grain Bread/Muffins and Margarine are offered with all meals. This menu provides a general balanced diet that meets the RDA’s/RIA’s for adults.
Sigourney CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast: Cherry fruedel, pears Lunch: Toasted cheese, tomato soup, fresh veggie cup, applesauce Thursday, November 3 Breakfast: Assorted cereal, toast, banana Lunch: Rib patty, bun, corn mac, baked beans, orange wedge Friday, November 4 Breakfast: Cheese omelet, toast, orange wedge
Lunch: School made pizza, romaine salad, baby carrots, peaches Monday, November 7 Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, oranges Lunch: Mandarin chicken, rice pilaf, peas and carrots, school made cookie Tuesday, November 8 Breakfast: Waffles, sausage link, applesauce Lunch: Walking taco (lettuce, cheese, salsa), refried beans, peaches, school made cinnamon roll Wednesday, November 9 Breakfast: Banana muffin, string cheese, apple slices Lunch: Chicken nuggets, whipped potatoes, gravy, romaine salad, strawberries, school made breadstick
ad, pineapple, fruit choice (9-12) Wednesday, November 9 Breakfast: French toast, string cheese, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Chili, baby carrots, whole grain crackers, string cheese, cinnamon apples, whole grain chocolate chip cookie, fruit choice (9-12)
English Valleys CSD Breakfast & Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast: French toast with syrup and sausage or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Cheeseburger, lettuce, tomato, seasoned potato chunks, fresh fruit salad, orange wedges, applesauce, milk Thursday, November 3 Breakfast: Breakfast wrap with salsa or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Chili, carrots and celery, banana, pears, cinnamon roll, milk Friday, November 4 Breakfast: No school Lunch: No school Monday, November 7 Breakfast: Whole grain cereal, yogurt, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Chicken enchilada, Spanish rice, carrots, mixed fruit, strawberry cups, milk Tuesday, November 8 Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Cheesy Bear Rite, oven fries, corn, pears, mixed fruit, milk Wednesday, November 9 Breakfast: Breakfast wrap with salsa or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Pepperoni pizza, carrots and celery, lettuce salad, banana, pears, milk
Keota CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast: Cheese omelet, whole grain toast, orange smilies, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, fresh baby carrots, blueberry oat muffin, pineapple tidbits Thursday, November 3 Breakfast: Whole grain pastry, fresh mixed fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Chicken fajita, salsa and whole grain corn tortilla chips, refried beans, orange wedges Friday, November 4 Breakfast: Yogurt, whole grain chocolate chip muffin, pears, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Cowboy cavatina, tossed salad with romaine, green beans, whole wheat roll and jelly (9-12), fresh banana Monday, November 7 Breakfast: No school Lunch: No school Tuesday, November 8 Breakfast: Whole grain cinnamon roll, mixed fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Pork rib on a bun, leaf lettuce and tomato, tri-tater, green beans, fresh kiwi, cookie (9-12) Wednesday, November 9 Breakfast: Whole grain cereal, string cheese, apples, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Lasagna, garden spinach salad, seasoned peas (9-12), French garlic bread, fresh grapes
Tri-County CSD Breakfast & Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Milk is served with each meal. Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast: Chocolate chip muffin, toasty oat cereal, orange, pineapple Lunch: Chicken fajita with fixings, refried beans, potato ole’s, banana Thursday, November 3 Breakfast: Biscuit with gravy, egg patty, apple, peaches Lunch: Ham and cheesy potatoes, roll, green beans, applesauce, pumpkin bar Friday, November 4 Breakfast: Cinnamon roll, string cheese, orange, apple Lunch: BBQ rib sandwich, garden salad, hash brown, peaches Monday, November 7 Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, egg patty, applesauce, pears Lunch: Chicken nuggets, broccoli with cheese, sandwich, rosy applesauce Tuesday, November 8 Breakfast: Happy shapes, blueberry muffin, mandarin oranges, mixed fruit Lunch: Ham patty, French fries, green beans, pineapple, cookie Wednesday, November 9 Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage, apple, banana Lunch: Pork chopette, baked potato, roll, corn, strawberries
Pekin CSD Breakfast & Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, November 2 Breakfast: Cereal bar, cheese stick, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Fish nuggets, french fries, coleslaw, mixed fruit, peanut butter sandwich, fruit choice (9-12) Thursday, November 3 Breakfast: Egg patty, whole grain toast, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Taco salad, refried beans, corn, whole grain mexi rice, applesauce, peanut butter sandwich (912), fruit choice (9-12) Friday, November 4 Breakfast: No school Lunch: No school Monday, November 7 Breakfast: No school Lunch: No school Tuesday, November 8 Breakfast: Cheesy egg omelet, whole grain toast, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Lasagna, whole grain breadsticks, broccoli, romaine sal-
Randall Schultz Democratic Candidate for Keokuk County Board of Supervisors
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Twenty-third Annual Fall Arts & Crafts show in Coralville Make plans now to attend the 23rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Show on Saturday and Sunday, November 5-6 at the Marriott Conference Center in Coralville. This is the area’s largest show, with over 150 talented exhibitors presenting and selling the Midwest’s finest handcrafts. The show is a production of Callahan Promotions, Inc. and offers patrons the opportunity to enjoy original affordable arts and crafts. Among the various products presented at the show are oak furniture, paintings and prints, gourd art, bird houses, bird feeders, ceramics, jewelry, metal art sculptures, pet products, yard and garden art, stained, etched, and fused glass, quilts, photography, pottery, candles, clothing, floral
wreaths, dolls & doll clothes, rugs, baskets, aprons, place mats, table runners, purses, wood and metal signs, wall hangings and many more original products. Exhibitors will also be selling homemade salsa, wines, breads, fudge, coffee cakes, barbeque sauce, jams, dried soup and food mixes. The Marriott Conference Center is connected to the Marriott Hotel and is located at 300 East 9th Street in Coralville, just off of I-80 at Exit 242. There is a charge for admission, with anyone 10 and under free. Parking is always free. Show hours are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For additional information, call 563-652-4529.
Indian Hills president visits Sigourney to propose $36 million bond for campus needs By CJ Eilers News Editor Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) President Dr. Marlene Sprouse visited the Keokuk County Service Center in Sigourney on Thursday, Oct. 27 for a presentation on a proposed $36 million bond referendum to improve the school’s campuses, access to technology and how the bond will affect property taxes. The proposed bond issue would be used to fund projects to improve the Centerville, North Workforce, and Ottumwa campuses. A master facilities plan was created to identify improvements IHCC felt were necessary “to create innovative student learning spaces, facilitate the training of students in key high-demand industries, enhance technology, and improve campus safety and security,” according to fact sheet provided at the visit. Centerville Campus, which currently services 400 students, will have a new academic building if the bond is voted in. The building would include renovated science labs, space for the expansion of current programs, arts, science and nursing classrooms, and would provide improved technology to students. The North Workforce Campus building in north Ottumwa, under the proposed bond, would expand to create space for the welding program and relocate the diesel mechanic’s program. The main Ottumwa Campus would also undergo renovations to include adding study area into the existing library. Also proposed are renovations to the food preparation area, and adding a new entrance at Carter and Grandview Avenue to enhance campus safety and security. Along with these campus renovations, IHCC will use the bond to phase out older technology for smart, hands free technology in campuses and service centers across their 10 county area. While Keokuk County is not part of the master facilities plan, Dr. Sprouse pointed out several benefits for the 250 students from the county ranging from full time to taking one course at the County Service Center. “While the service center’s current
location is newer and the facility is in great condition, some of the technology, like the mics, are outdated technology that can be replaced in the future,” Dr. Sprouse said. “With all these improvements to our campuses, our programs will continue to provide area employers with qualified workers. Students who commute or live on the Ottumwa Campus will be able to take full advantage of the proposed study areas and other renovations.” To fund the bond, property taxes in the area would increase. Currently, 2.7 percent of Keokuk County’s property taxes go to IHCC, and if the bond were to be approved, homeowners would see an increase to $23.14 per $100,000, ag landowners $19.17 per $100,000, and commercial landowners $37.42 per $100,000. That may bring certain owners up to 4.4 percent of their property taxes going to IHCC. The bond will not increase student tuition at IHCC, according to Bianca Myers, Director of Marking and Community Relations with the school. In order to pass the referendum, a 60 percent majority among votes must be cast across the entire 10 county area during the election on December 6. If the referendum were to fail, IHCC would reevaluate the proposed bond and tweak it for fit voter’s concerns. The following are voting locations in Keokuk County on December 6. People living in the Sigourney School District will vote at the Keokuk County Expo. People living in the Keota School District will vote at Libertyville Savings Bank. People living in the Pekin School District will vote at the Ollie Community Hall. People living in Tri-County will vote at the Thornburg City Hall. For questions about the IHCC bond referendum, contact Dr. Sprouse at marlene.sprouse@indianhills.edu or at (641) 683-5104.
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Obituaries
Dorothy Chaney Green
Dorothy Chaney Green, 64, died Oct. 26, 2016, at her home in West Liberty, Iowa. A private family service will be held. Arrangements are by the Holm Funeral Home, Sigourney.
Karen Kaye Moon
Karen Kaye Moon, age 72, of Hedrick formerly of Albia, passed away October 30, 2016 at the Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2016 at the Tharp Funeral Home in Albia with Pastor Guy Almon officiating. Karen will be buried next to her parents Walter and Billie Kamerick in Pella at a later date. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with Karen’s family present Memorials have been established to the family. Condolences may be left for the family at www.tharpfh.com.
Earl Arthur Northrup
Earl Arthur Northrup, 81, of Pampanga, Philippines, formerly of Cedar Rapids, died October 20, at the VA hospital in Iowa City. He was born June 6, 1935, in Sigourney to Harold (Steve) and Gleda (Jennings) Northrup. Earl graduated from Sigourney High School in 1954. He entered the United State Air Force in 1955 where he made a 20-year career. While stationed in England he married Valerie L Collins. They later divorced. From that marriage came his only children, Scott and Tracy. After his retirement from the service, he returned to Iowa. He lived in Cedar Rapids, where he married Joan Erickson. They were married for 34 years and passed away in February of 2013. In 2014, he and Evelina Francisco married in the Philippines. He was preceded in death by his wife Joan, his parents, sister and brother-inlaw, Judy and Frances Greiner, brother-in-law Wayne Stephenson, and step brother-in-law Larry Utterback. He is survived by his wife Evelina, his son Scott and daughter Tracy both from Louisville, KY, sister Jo Ann Stephenson of St. Peters, MO, Deb (Bob) Schauf of Sigourney, step sister Cris Utterback of Sigourney, brothers, his twin Byrle Northrup of St. Louis, MO, and Mike Northrup of Lomita, CA, along with many nieces and nephews. Services will be held November 5 at 11 a.m. at the Sigourney Christian Church. Memorial contributions in his honor may directed to his sister, Deb Schauf.
H. Kay Hedge
H. Kay Hedge, age 88 of Fremont, died October 28, 2016 at the Hospice House of Wapello County. He was born April 2, 1928, in Mahaska County, the Son of Harry K. and Ava Blair Hedge. He attended Shiloh Country School and graduated from Fremont High School in 1946. Kay attended the University of Iowa. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. Kay was united in marriage to Alleen Ruggles on July 15, 1951 in Fremont, IA. To this union three children were born, Kimberly, Kevin, and Mark. In 1953, he received his honorable discharge from the Army and returned to Fremont. He started farming with his father on the family farm. Kay has raised cattle, pigs, corn, and soybeans for over fifty years on the family farm, a farming heritage that has continued with the next generation. Kay was very involved with the Fremont community and surrounding area; he gave selflessly of his time and talents to improve and maintain quality of life in southern Mahaska County and across the state of Iowa. He served in many capacities for the following organizations, Fremont School Board, Mahaska County School Board, and Mahaska County Farm Bureau to name a few. In 1988, Kay was elected to the Iowa Senate, he served three consecutive terms retiring in 2001. He was a very active member of the Fremont United Methodist Church where he served in various leadership roles, several agriculture related commodity groups and associations, and the Hedrick American Legion. He served as a trustee for the Navy Warner-Arganbright Scholarship Committee. Kay enjoyed the outdoors, especially being on the farm and tending to his cattle. He delighted in spending time with his family and was proud of each one of them. He and Alleen spent many evenings and weekends on the road to attend various activities of children and grandchildren. He will be remembered as a quiet leader, who helped with many projects. His family includes his wife of over 65 years Alleen Hedge of Fremont; a daughter and her husband, Dr. Kimberly and Charles Brown of Ottumwa; two sons and their wives, Kevin and Jane Hedge of Ottumwa and Mark and Cindy Hedge of Fremont; eight grandchildren, Danielle (Gil) Wukitsch, Melissa (Dr. Michael) Nguyen, Dr. Kirsten (Dr. Scott) Radke, Arielle Brown, Kelsey (Bryan) Henderson, Hayden (Jennifer) Hedge, Hannah Hedge, and Sean Hedge; five great grandchildren, Ava Wukitsch, Grant Wukitsch, Cora Nguyen, Iris Nguyen, and Blair Henderson; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Rex Hedge; and two sisters, Mary E. Hedge and Dorothy Tungate. Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 5, 2016, at 10:30 a.m. in the Fremont United Methodist Church in Fremont with Reverend Bob Voels officiating. Burial will be in the Cedar Township Memorial Cemetery in Fremont. The Fremont Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Visitation will begin Friday after 10 a.m. in the Fremont United Methodist Church in Fremont with the family present at the church from 5-8 Friday evening to greet friends and relatives. Memorial may be made to the Kay Hedge Memorial Fund and will be used to benefit the Fremont United Methodist Church, Fremont High School Alumni Banquet Scholarship and Wapello Hospice.
The Family of Ruth L. Knowler would like to thank everyone for the flowers, prayers, memorials and calls and the church luncheon staff for the meal. A very special thank you to Hospice Nurse Lisa Uphold and Keokuk County Health Center Staff - nurses, CNA’s, housekeeping, dietary, for everything you did.
The step of the process for these women was to cut out the pattern from the denim.
Kind souls work to protect children’s soles
By CJ Eilers News Editor Members of several area churches met in the basement of the First Presbyterian Church on Monday, Oct. 31, armed with markers, scissors and piles of jeans. Their mission was to turn the used denim to create parts for 500 pairs of shoes, Linda James of Sigourney shows off a pair of which would go to tops and backs for the shoes, which will be children in Africa produced in Africa. who need proper foot wear. The group set a goal of creating parts Approximately 10 women from four for 500 pairs of shoes to pin and send churches have spent an afternoon to North Carolina, then over to Afrieach of the past four weeks cutting ca to be sewn together and have the tops and backs for shoes out of donat- soles made of used car tires added. ed denim jeans through Sole Hope; “Our mission is to help people,” a non-profit organization in North James said. “When you think about Carolina dedicated to helping chil- helping 500 children, its good to dren in Africa have shoes. According know you’re making a difference. to Sole Hope, children without shoes It’s not hard work and we enjoy have their feet invaded by jiggers, also working together.” known as sand fleas. The fleas burrow As of October 30, 350 parts for into the feet to feed on blood and lay shoes had been created, and the their eggs. If these eggs and jiggers are women intend on making it to 500 not removed, they become infected, pairs before the holidays approach painful and the feet can be disfigured. and take up their time. Shoe sizes Through Sole Hope, groups can ranging from toddler to adult have host “cutting parties” to produce been produced. parts for shoes to go to these children. “When I saw the condition of Hazel Wheeldon, a member of the those children’s feet, it made my United Methodist Women in Sigour- heart bleed,” Wheeldon said. “We ney, saw this project in a magazine want to do anything we can do to and reached out to Linda James at the help these children, especially if we Presbyterian Church about hosting can use the scraps of our society to one of these “parties” in Sigourney. create something new.”
Lord’s Pantry Holiday 2016 program The Lord’s Pantry Holiday 2016 program is hosted for families and individuals who may be in need of assistance during the holiday season, and gifts for children. If you know of anyone that would benefit from this event they must follow the deadline requirements to receive help. A letter or postcard must be sent to immediately requesting a form letter of assistance before Nov. 12-2016. “No phone request will be accepted”. A form then will be mailed to you to be filled out
The current ambulance garage is barely wide enough to accommodate the larger ambulance, equipment and personnel, so a second garage was decided upon in April this year.
Keokuk County Medical Clinic sees large increase since the U of I Clinic closure By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Health Center (KCHC) Board of Trustees met on Thursday, Oct. 27 for their regular monthly meeting. Chairman Jim Eschenbrenner proposed implementing a consent agenda at last month’s meeting, where it was used for the first time during this meeting. All policy changes, credentialing, approval of current agenda, previous meeting minutes and financial report may be included in the consent agenda. Any item under the consent agenda may be taken out and discussed separately if requested by any board member. The consent agenda was approved as presented. Rebecca Klett, Keokuk County Medical Clinic Manager, attended the meeting to discuss the clinic to the Board. Klett reported the clinic has seen 230 more patients since the U of I Clinic left the area. She also believes that the clinic could potentially have even more patients with more providers available. The Board has asked that Klett or someone from the clinic to attend meetings, so they report on the rapid progress of the clinic and its growth. Matt Ives, KCHC CEO, presented the financial report to the Board. KCHC reported $32, 903 over the last month, with $72,668 year to date earnings. Gross revenue was reported at $198,082 for inpatient services and $965,781 for outpatient services. Expenses totaled $377,964, which was over the budget of $338,292, due to the clinic. Casey Thompson gave the building and grounds report, stating that the new ambulance garage was near completion. Only some wiring and a concrete approach are necessary for
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the garage, which will provide enough space for the larger ambulance, equipment and employees. The storm drain around the building has been completed. Recent rainfall has been collected exactly how the drain was meant to and Thompson feels it was a success. KCHC is working on signage to direct people to the clinic and reflect the changes going on. The signs outside will be changed in the near future, as they are getting old. One air compressor will need replaced. Thompson gave his report on the ambulance department. There are two vacancies in the department, and Thompson has conducted one interview and plans to do more. The department bought a Crown Vic from the Sigourney Police Department that were no longer using. Thompson said the ambulance department will use it for transporting mental health patients. The car comes equipped with a camera for audio and video recording, plus it still has the transport cage to keep the patient and driver safe. Director of Nursing Wendy Stuhr reported that the nursing department is fully staff and have remained busy because of the clinic. New furniture has arrived for the lobby area, but two pieces were broken and will be sent back. Stuhr invited anyone interested to contact her about seeing the new furniture. Jin Zhou, ARNP, will be starting assist the clinic in mid November of this year. Zhou did her clinical at KCHC while a student at U of I. Specialty clinics will be moved to the old clinic location to make appropriate space.
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OPINION/EDITORIAL Prayers for a Soldier On August 23, 2016 the news reports stated a US soldier was killed and a second was wounded by an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan. You may be one, who upon hearing a report like this thinks what a tragedy. How sad for those families. You may even say a prayer for those families, but usually those families are not a part of your community. This time was different. Are you the one, without knowing their name, said prayers for the soldiers and families? Are you the one; upon learning one was a member of your community, prayed for him by name? Are you the one that asked your church or prayer group to pray for this soldier and his family? Are you the one that immediately dropped everything to take care of a family member’s child? Are you the one that took over at work and said, “Go!” when a family member needed to leave abruptly? Are you the one that videotaped a special moment in a child’s life so that other family members could share in that moment when they returned home? Are you the one that offered transportation to and from the airport? Are you the one that dedicated a football game to the injured soldier? Are you the one that took part in the moment of silence at the football game? Are you the one that reached out to console the injured soldier’s close family members in the community? Are you the one that tended to the home and yard of the family in their absence? Are you the one that helped out with farm work? Are you the one that called or sent texts with words of encouragement? Are you the one that helped facilitate communication with extended family? Are you the one that made it possible for siblings to visit the soldier and his family?
Are you the one that cleared your calendar so you could help support your sister-in-law? Are you the one that donated money to the soldier’s family to help meet their immediate financial needs? Are you the one that sent a card or letter of kind words? Are you the one that offered help in any way? As you can see you are part of an amazing community of “one” that made it possible for family to be with the soldier, his wife and his children during his extended recovery from traumatic injuries. Are you the one that steadily and quietly lifted this soldier in prayer each day but wished that you could do more? Know that you did much. You were part of an untold number of faithful who believed there could be a good outcome form what seemed a nearly impossible situation. We firmly believe in faithful prayers of many had a huge impact on the outcome of his recovery. Considering the extent and nature of his injuries, he is doing amazingly well. He is home with his family and continuing with his recovery. Your continued prayers are very much appreciated. We ask you to please keep the wife and family of the fallen teammate in your prayers as well. Thank you, The Family of Staff Sgt. Jon McLaughlin Sigourney, IA
Our most fundamental rights as Americans come from the ability to choose our representative form of government. It is up to us, we the people, to defend and maintain these rights. The easiest way to do that is to vote. Thousands of our fellow Iowans fought and died to protect those freedoms. As the state’s Commissioner of Elections, I urge every Iowan to honor our veterans casting a vote on or before Election Day. “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction,” Ronald Reagan once said. Those words still ring true today. There has been a lot of talk in the past few months about cybersecurity and the integrity of our elections system. My pledge to every Iowan is that you will be able to cast your vote on Election Day and your vote will count. I take the integrity of our elections very seriously. In fact, it is my number one priority. My office is working with all 99 county auditors to do everything we can to protect the integrity of elections. Let me clear up a few misconceptions: Our voting systems are not accessible through the internet. They are also not connected to each other. Therefore, a system-wide intrusion into the system
is all but impossible. Also, Iowans vote on paper ballots, not machines. As for the voter registration database, we have full-time staff dedicated to preventing the Iowa voting records from being compromised. We have multiple levels of programs and protocols in place to automatically detect any attempted intrusions. We also rely on the 10,000 serving on the frontline of our elections. Our neighbors are our pollworkers and pollwatchers. The system is bipartisan to ensure the integrity. You have my assurance that the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office is dedicated to keeping Iowa’s elections clean and fair. I also want every eligible Iowan to register to vote and to participate in our elections. Please, make your voice heard. There is much more than the presidential race on the ballot. Offices in the U.S. Senate, U.S. House, Iowa Legislature and in your county are being contested. These elections impact you, your family and your community. Be a voter. If you need any help finding your polling place or any more information related to casting your ballot, visit sos.iowa.gov and click on the ‘General Election Information’ icon. Paul Pate Iowa Secretary of State
By Hilda Souer In the past I’ve told you about the large rock located in the NW corner of the courtyard in Sigourney and has a bronze plaque with these words: “Keokuk County Iowa, Birthplace of Boys’ and Girls’ Rural Clubs.” This was placed there in July 1954 when there was a 50th anniversary celebration to honor Cap E. Miller of Clarinda for his pioneer work in organizing the first county-wide Boys’ Agricultural Clubs and Girls’ Home Clubs in Iowa – and these were the forerunners of the 4-H clubs of today and also on a national and international institution for both urban and rural youth. Earlier, I wrote that this Centennial event climaxed with a pageant “Small Seeds” as its title and Miller was initiated as an honorary 4-H member in Keokuk County. The pageant’s cast and chorus consisted entirely of 4-H members in this county and our eldest daughter, was one in the “Old Kitchen” scene. I also remember that my mother-in-law, Grace Souer, assisted in writing the script for the pageant. I know that I’ve previously told of my
having been a 4-H member of the Blue Ribbon Farmers and Warren Winners 4-H Clubs, the dairy and sheep projects I had were my projects in the Blue Ribbon Farmers and my “Home Ec” related projects in the other clubs. As a 4-H member I had the privilege of not only having different projects, but also County 4-H President one year as well as selected to attend the National 4-H Congress in Chicago, Induction into the 4-H Hall pf Fame at the Iowa State Fair one year. Also seeing 4-H exhibits, Educational Presentations, and animals shown at the state fair – and I’ve often thought of 4-H being in my blood… not only during the time I’ve told you about, but also the years when I was the second person to be the County 4-H Aide with Iris Vittetoe being the first, or until I arrived at retirement age, I’ve learned that 4-H is still in my blood because I’ll be meeting someone and hear them say “Hello Hilda” and I don’t always recognize the person, so I have to ask for their name!! and sure enough the person was once a 4-H member!!
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Tales of the Ancient Sportsman By Burdell Hensley What beautiful “Indian Summer” weather we are enjoying. The farmers have to love it and sports writers do also. I am holding out for one more nice Friday night. If this Friday night is a good one, I will have made it through the season in good shape. After this Friday, all the rest of the playoff games will be in the UNI-Dome and I am very comfortable working from the sidelines there in shirt sleeves. Last Friday I had the Oskaloosa-Pella game in Pella. It was a beautiful night and I was able to work from the sidelines, which is easier. Something must be happening with my eyesight as I am finding it difficult to read the player’s numbers from the press box. Pella has won 38 consecutive games and they are gunning for a third straight state title. But Osky was not in awe of anybody as they battled the Little Dutch eye ball to eye ball for the better part of three quarters. Pella led by only 21-14 midway thru the third period and then Pella scored twice to put the finishing touches on a 34-14 win. Meanwhile across town the Sigourney-Keota Savage Cobras ran headlong into the Pella Christian Eagles. I am told that S-K stayed with the Eagles for a while, but not too long. Pella Christian soon hit high gear and rolled to a 49-0 victory. Montezuma stayed alive in the playoff chase with a 34-20 win over BGM and Twin Cedars scored in the final seconds to upend Iowa Valley 24-22. The Sabers used a safety to take a 2-0 halftime lead which is very rare in the 8-Man game. Iowa Valley went up 22-16 in the second half and with 28 seconds left the Sabers scored on the old hook and ladder play to tie the game and won it with a two point conversion. This Friday night I will be covering the Pella Christian-Regina game in Iowa City. It is a shame that this game is not being played in the Dome as a semi-final or championship game. The way I see it is that this is most likely the title game for Class 1-A. In other games, Pella will be at Solon and this one will test the Dutch. Montezuma is at Gladbrook-Reinbeck and I would give the Braves a 50/50 chance of winning this one. Twin Cedars hosts Midland of Wyoming. This will be a tough one for the Sabers as Midland put up 80 points on a good HLV club. Saturday was the State Cross Country Meet in Fort Dodge and some of our area kids did quite well. Coach Eidahl’s Pekin teams continue to be a power on the state level as the boys grabbed the second place trophy and the girls captured the
Tales of the Ancient Sportsman By Burdell Hensley Columnist third place award. Ryan Millikin led the Panthers with a second place finish and Malcom Myers took seventh. Other Pekin places include Colton Glosser (17), Isaiah Wittrock (31) and Sam Roth (35). The Panther girls were led by a sixth place by Remi Duwa. Other Pekin places were; Shea Dahlstrom (16), Emilee Linder (24), Zoey Wright (37) and Kelly Myers (41). North Mahaska freshman, Cheyenne Shaw turned in a very fine 28th place finish in Class 1-A and in Class 3-A, Oskaloosa’s Lauren Coon was 28th and Sienna DeJong was 41st. Oskaloosa’s Carter Huyser was 43rd in the Class 3-A boys’ race. Thursday evening I went over to Pleasantville to cover the Pella Christian-Central Decatur volleyball match which the Eagles won in three games. PC played very well in the first and third games. PC struggled in game two and had to rally to take a 27-25 win. The Eagles now play Council Bluffs St. Albert at Creston Tuesday for a berth in the State Volleyball Tourney. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday we had a three day mystery tour for our travel group. The tour had a Wild West theme, so we put on our western togs and headed east?!?. We ended up in Champaign, IL where the notorious “Klondike Kid” had stirred up some trouble at the hotel. We spent the next two days looking for that rascal all along Route 66. We visited several neat places and the food was great. We finally pinned him down at Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch where he was attempting to rustle reindeer. We put a stop to his antics and enjoyed a fun evening at the ranch. Great food, a good show, a wagon ride and we even got to kiss a reindeer if we wanted to. I lost a good friend this week with the passing of Earl Roe. Earl was our janitor at Eddyville schools and Earl and I spent a lot of evenings getting ready for and cleaning up after athletic events. Whenever I go down the Faith Community Church in Eddyville, there will be an empty chair in the back row. The Flubs were so fired up about the World Series coming to Chicago that they lost the first two games in Wrigley. The Flubs are teetering on the brink with the Indians only needing to win one of the next three to win the series. But I won’t write
them off just yet. Stranger things have been known to happen in baseball. One adoring Cub fan even sent me a sugar cookie with the red, blue and white frosting forming the Cub logo. I must admit that it was pretty impressive and quite tasty, but I am still pulling for the Indians. Saturday evening I was honored to attend the 50th class reunion of the Twin Cedars Class of 66. Those kids are looking good and they have done some pretty neat things. I’m proud to call them my kids. It is time once again to see what happened in our yesterdays. 100 years ago: Nov 13, 1916 – Brilliant playing by the Osky Maroons rewarded coaches Kelly and Beltings with a 103-0 win over Fairfield. Bill Davis had seven TD’s for Osky while Dewey Kemp added four scores. In the preliminary game the Osky seconds and Fremont battled to a 0-0 tie. 75 years ago: Nov. 7, 1941 – Hedrick smeared a crippled Fremont team 58-12 to remain in the race for the Keomah Conference Six-Man title. Ralph Leatherby, Dick Porter, Merlin Watts and Jim Baker were the Hedrick leaders. Nov. 11- Rex Lee, Penn Cross Country runner, finished fifth in the Iowa Conference race. Nov. 12 – New Sharon routs Bussey 49-0 to win the Keomah Conference title. Raydeen Coffey passed to Andy Bandstra, Faye Beadle and Max Ladd for TD’s. John Phillips returned an interception for a score and Russell Burggraaf and Jack Whitehead each had long scoring runs. 50 years ago: Nov. 10, 1966 – Osky’s Craing Muhl and Andy Lamberson were named to the CIC First All-Conference team. Nov. 12 – Pekin’s Steve Steinbeck and Gordon Mitchell were named to the Black Hawk Conference First All-Conference team. Nov. 12- Pella Christian opens with a pair of wins at Moravia. The girls rolled to a 58-17 win as Ruth Van Ee scored 20 points. Carolyn Vos was recognized for her defensive play. The boys won 63-36 as Archie Vander Hart poured in 30 points and Guy DeHaan added 15. Nov. 12- Eddyville takes two from Fremont. The girls won 67-42 as Cheryl Schneider drained 44 points. Linda Perkins led Fremont with 20 points. The Rocket boys coasted to a 75-51 win with Rick Andrews cashing in with 22 points. Boyd Crosby had 15 for the Wildcats. 25 years ago: Nov 5, 1991 – Sigourney-Keota used defense to clamp LDF-Semco 16-6 in first round playoff action. Chris Coffman ran for 134 yards and scored both S-K touchdowns. Have a wonderful week and remember that family and friends are the chocolate chips in the cookie of life.
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Bethel United Methodist Church
Pastor Nick Needham 319-329-6070 Located 6 miles east of Sigourney on Hwy. 92 Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10:30 a.m.
The Church Of Living Water
Shane Jarr, Pastor 13 North Main St., Hedrick Sunday School -9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship -10:40 a.m.; Evening Services - 7 p.m. Bible Study Wednesdays - 6 p.m.
Delta Christian Church
108 W 3rd St. Worship: Sunday at 9 a.m.
Delta United Methodist Church
Vince Homan, Pastor Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School for Elementary age children is at 9:30-10:15 a.m.
English River Church of the Brethren
Diana Lovett, Pastor 29252 137th St., South English 319-667-5235 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m.
Farson Baptist Church
Jerry Newman, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.
First Baptist Church
308 N. Jefferson St. Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Worship Service, 10 a.m.; Bible Study, Wed. 6:30 p.m.
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First Presbyterian Church 215 N Jefferson St, Sigourney Rev. Jim Stout 641-622-2247 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.
Gibson Presbyterian Church
Hans Cornelder, Pastor Worship, 10 to 11 a.m.; Sunday School, 9 to 9:45 a.m. Youth Group: Second Sunday of the month at 5 p.m.
Grace Family Church
Rev. Dar Eckley, Pastor 23536 Hwy. 78, Box 64, Ollie Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m; Sunday school-10:15 a.m. RocKnowledge Youth Group is Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Hedrick First Christian
Pastor John Lewis 206 Park St. Hedrick Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Gathering for Worship, 10:45 a.m.
Hedrick-Martinsburg United Methodist Church
Tim Schoepf, Pastor 203 N. Spring St., Hedrick 641-653-4477 Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m.
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Holy Trinity Catholic Parish
Rev. Charles Fladung Rectory: 641-636-3883 109 N. Lincoln St., Keota Saturday Night Mass: 5 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m.
Hope Lutheran Church, LCMS
Rev. Richard Meyer 315 W. Kelly Street Office: 319-668-2999 Sunday worship at 11 a.m.; Communion: 1st and 3rd Sundays Worship at 5 p.m. on Saturday Communion the 1st and 3rd Saturdays
Keswick and Webster
Methodist Church Circuit Pastor: Rev. Dr. Charles Klink 641-455-4284 Webster: Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Worship service: 10:30 a.m. Keswick: Sunday worship at 9:15 a.m. Communion is on the 1st Sunday of the month for both churches
Lancaster Christian Church
Dirk Alspach 22934 W. County Rd. V5G 641-224-2255 Sunday School: 9 a.m.; Worship Service: 10 a.m. Sunday evenings from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 7-12 grade.
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New Life Fellowship
Denny Eden, Pastoral Care 319-430-2677 Hwy. 22 South, Keswick 319-738-3851 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday Teaching: 7 p.m.: Evening of Praise: every third; Saturday of the month at 7 p.m.
Ollie Baptist Church
Gary Reeves, Pastor 641-667-2841 208 South 3rd St Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays: 9 a.m. Sewing and Quilting
Prairie View United Methodist Church
Pastor, Dave Peterson 27131 Highway 78, Ollie Sunday, Nov. 6 9 a.m. Sunday Worship w/Communion, followed by fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 11:30 a.m. Chili Cookoff Tuesday, Nov 8 9 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday, Nov 9 1:30 p.m. UMW; 7 p.m. SPRC; 7 p.m. Packwood Trojans 4-H Sunday, Nov 13 9 a.m. Sunday Worship, followed by fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School
Richland United Methodist Church
Tim Schoepf, Pastor 106 W. South St., Richland Phone: 319-456-2251 Worship Times: Adult Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph
Rev. David Brownfield 235 11th St. Wellman Sunday Mass at 8 a.m.
Rev. Robert Striegel St. Joseph, 1174 Reed St., East Pleasant Plain and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, 308 W. Main, Richland Sunday Mass at 8:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Sacrament of Penance 8 a.m. Sunday
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
415 E. Pleasant Valley, Sigourney Rev. Charles Fladung Rectory: 641-622-3426 Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.
Sigourney Christian Church
David D. Welch, Pastor 308 S. Jefferson, 641-622-2151 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Adult Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service: 10:45 a.m. Elder Gathering 1st Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.; Board meets 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. CWF meet immediately following; Sisters meet each Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
Sigourney Church of Christ
Billy Claywell, Pastor 615 South Jefferson 641-622-3708, 641-622-3582 Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship with Communion Service at 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Service at 6:30 p.m.
Sigourney United Methodist Church
United Church of Deep River
319-664-3653 Every Sunday: Inspiration time, 10 a.m.; Worship, 9 a.m.; 1st Sunday of the month: Communion; 2nd Saturday of the month: Parish Council; Last Thursday of the month is the UCW meeting.
What Cheer Baptist Church
Pastor DJ Danner 641-660-9948 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 a.m.; Adult Bible Study is on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; Sunday evening services, 6:30 p.m.
What Cheer United Methodist Church
Rev. Vince Homan Sunday School, 9:30; Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Youth Group, Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
What Cheer Christian Church
Larry Naylor, Pastor Worship: Sundays 10:30 a.m.
What Cheer Hilltop Chapel
John and Pat DeBoef, Pastors 506 E Briney St. Phone: 641-634-2839 Sunday: 10a.m.-11:30 a.m., Worship; 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Children’s Church on lower level.
Shannon Pascual, Pastor Website: sigourneyumc.com Sunday Worship Service: 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
Trees outside Keokuk County Courthouse to be removed, cleaned up By CJ Eilers News Editor Five trees located on the Keokuk County Courthouse will be removed or cleaned up due to emerald ash bore, dead branches and weather damage next month. The Board of Supervisors deemed it necessary to remove several of the trees, which are dying out due to emerald ash borers. The trees on the northwest corner and the two on the southwest corner of the courthouse lawn were identified as dying due to emerald ash bore by the custodian, John “Pee Wee” Bruns. The maple tree on the north side has sustained heavy damage and branch loss from bad weather and age. The maple tree on the south side will simply have dead
branches removed and will remain. The bid for tree removal and work was awarded to Dan Appleget of Sigourney Tree Care. Appleget will examine the trees and make a professional suggestion on the project. The maple tree on the north side was reviewed by the company, and deemed it dead. “We as a Board wouldn’t take down these trees if we did not absolutely have to,” the Board said in a joint statement. “Limbs are falling and we are afraid that will cause damage to vehicles in the lots or to people.” According to the contract with Sigourney Tree Care, the trees will be removed by November 14. The county plans to replant new trees in the near future.
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900 N. Shuffleton Street, Sigourney, IA 52591
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Skidloaders/ToolCat/Mower/Forklift: 2013 Bobcat T630, 73HP, Cab w/ Air & Heat, Bob-Tach, 75% Tracks, 580hrs, Ser# A7PU13848; 2010 Bobcat S630, 73HP, 2-Speed, Cab w/ Air & Heat, Bob-Tach, 90% Tires, 950hrs, Ser# A3NT11516; 2009 Bobcat 5600 ToolCat, 2-Speed, Cab w/ Air & Heat, Bob-Tach, 525hrs, Ser# A0W114266; 2010 ExMark Lazer Z Mower, 28HP Kohler, 72” Deck, 1250hrs; Toyota Forklift, propane, 2800# capacity, 2650hrs; Ser# 40359. Trucks/Trailers: 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually, Cummins Auto 4wd, Reg Cab, 12’ Alum Flatbed w/ Under-Boxes; 18,500 miles; 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, Hemi Auto 4wd, Reg Cab, Line-X, White; 68,000 miles; 2014 Master Dump by DooLittle, 12’ Gooseneck Dump Trailer, twin singles, gas engine over hydraulics; 14,000 GVW; 2014 Cargo-Pro 14’ Aluminum, raised sides, fold down ramp; 2200 GVW; 2011 EZ Loader by DooLittle, 20’ Tilt-Bed, twin singles, 20’, toolbox; 14,000 GVW;2011 R&W 18’, raised sides, twin singles, fold down ramp, toolbox; 7000 GVW; 2006 Haulmark 14’ Enclosed Cargo, twin singles, barn doors; 7000 GVW; 2002 Hillsboro 700 32’ Gooseneck Flatbed, twin duals, fold-over ramps, center pop-up; 23,500 GVW. Skidloader Attachments/3-Point Attachments: Bobcat B850 Hydraulic Concrete Breaker; Bobcat HB980 Hydraulic Concrete Breaker; Bobcat 72SCH Soil Conditioner, Ser# S6TE00692; Bobcat 72” Pick-Up Broom, Ser# 783721086; Bobcat 96” Two-Way Snow Blade (newer cutting edge); Bobcat 66” Industrial Bucket Grapple; Bobcat Model 30 Auger; Bobcat Auger Extensions (various lengths); Bobcat Auger Bits (12”, 18”, 24”, 32”, 36”); Bobcat 48” Pallet Forks; 48” Pallet Forks; Skidloader Mount Hydraulic Extending Boom; Skidloader to 3-Point Attachment Plates; Multi-Mount Skidloader Attachment Plate; 3-Point Silt Fence Plow *Like New*; 3-Point Straw Crimper. Seeding Equipment and Supplies: Turbo Turf 300 Gallon Hydro-Seeder (complete); Harper SB1800 Straw Blower *Like New*; 425 Gallon Pickup Water Tank (no chemicals, clean); Multiple Pallets of Premium Paper Hydro-Mulch; Starter Fertilizer and Tackifier for Hydro-Seeder; Grass Seed; Hand Seeders; Rolls of Straw Matting; Commercial Sprinklers; Large Rolls Landscape Fabric; Dozens of 5-Gallon Buckets (clean). Sandblaster/Air Compressor/Concrete Demolition; Generators/Pumps/Power Washer; Concrete Equipment and Tools; Concrete Forms and Accessories; Tool Boxes/Carts/Pallet Rack; Metal Fabrication Equipment/Tools; Woodworking/Drywall/Painting Equipment and Tools; Ladders and Scaffolding; Shop Tools; Towing, Hauling and Rigging; Traffic Control; Building Materials. To see the full listing of these items please visit our website at www.abellauction.com. Auctioneer’s Note: M&M Enterprises has been a General Contracting firm in SE Iowa for the last 40 years. Based in Sigourney, IA, owners Mike and Trudy Welter have elected to retire from the construction and erosion control industries, and will be offering their extensive line of one-owner trucks, trailers, equipment and tools on auction to the General Public. Additional pictures are posted on the website at www.abellauction.com.
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Jerry and emily Wohler
Come take a look at this 2 bedroom home with open living-kitchen area and newer furnace. The home needs some TLC, but good potential. Terms: 20% down day of sale, closing December 2, 2016.
Brenda Shifflett, Owner
Hi-$ Auction 641-622-2015
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Darin Rauch
Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing
641-660-3173 Van Dee Bins
319-310-4105 or 641-595-4105 Deep River
Monday, November 7, at 10:00 AM at the Carl Craft Civic Center
707 West 2nd Street • Hedrick, Iowa For Property Details, Contact: L-1600883
Ben Watson, AFM/Agent State Center, Iowa
(641) 483-4249 or (515) 971-7951 Auctioneer: Joel Ambrose
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Justin & Becky Abell, Sigourney, IA
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Call John Yeomans at 319-325-3080 for more information
Abell Auction & Real Estate, LLC
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641-622-2015
Each prospective rental applicant 18 years of age and older must complete an application, provide photo ID, and pay a $40.00 non refundable application fee for credit, rental history, and criminal background check. No pets. No hunting of farmland. No smoking.
Mike & Trudy Welter, Owners
Parcel #1: 121 South Jefferson, Sigourney, Iowa
Parcel #2: 909 S. Main, Sigourney, Iowa
$425 per month $425 deposit plus propane in tank
TERMS: Cash or good check w/ I.D. Positive I.D. required to receive a bid number. Not responsible for accidents or in case of theft. Announcements day of sale take precedence over all printed material. List subject to change. Lunch will be available on grounds.
• Main Floor (Old Tequila Grill) 22 ft x 128 ft. • Commercial building, open space & full basement. • Newer water heater, electrical updates, furnace, & central air. • Upstairs - (3) 2 bedroom apartments, renting at $450.00 to $475.00/month. Taxes $1822.00/year • 2 story duplex or could be a single family dwelling. As a duplex (2) 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartments. Good siding & roof. Both rent at $475.00/month • Also, 684 SF 1 bedroom, 1 bath, no basement, small home, fireplace. Renting at $450.00/month. • Taxes: $2644.00/year Total lot size: 100 ft x 297 ft.
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Owner Operators, Lease and Company Drivers Wanted! Sign On Bonus, Mid-States Freight Lanes, Consistent Home Time, No Northeast. www.Drive4Red.com or 877-8115902, CDL A Required (INCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Class A CDL Drivers/Tankers. Great Pay, Home Weekends, and Benefits! Potential of $60,000 plus per year! Contact Tony 608-935-0915 Ext 16 www.qlf.com (INCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CDL A Drivers: Midwest Regional Dry Van Company or O/OPS home every weekend! 2,500 miles/week, no-touch freight. Newer trucks w/ APUs, Scanners, & Pre-Pass Plus! Be home Thanksgiving and Christmas! Fremont Contract Carriers, 866-641-6914 or visit www.fcc-inc. com. (INCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– TanTara Transportation is hiring Company Drivers and Owner Operators for Flatbed, Van, or Tank. Excellent equipment, pay, benefits, home weekly. Call 800-650-0292 or apply www.tantara.us (INCN) –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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NOTICE Sigourney Antique Store - Huge PreWinter Sale on Friday, November 4-?, 327 N. Main Street, Sigourney, 319-330-6254. SK44 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES PART TIME ENVIRONMENTAL WORKER Part Time opening for an Environmental Worker to work in our Dietary, Housekeeping and Laundry departments. Guaranteed 16 hours per week. Previous knowledge of healthcare facilities preferred. Includes some weekends and holidays.
PART TIME PHLEBOTOMIST Seeking a part time phlebotomist to obtain and prepare blood, urine and other specimens for analysis. Performs point-of-care laboratory tests. High School graduate or equivalent. A minimum of 1 year phlebotomy experience is required. Must be able to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction. Understands that errors may have serious consequences for patients. Must maintain a valid drivers’ license. Hours will be Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; 24 hours per week.
FULL TIME PARAMEDIC Seeking a Full Time Paramedic with a minimum of two years experience. 12 hour shifts with 12 hours on-call. Provides advance emergency care in pre-hospital setting. Applicant must be certified in the State of Iowa, Iowa drivers and Chauffeurs license. Must be ACLS, BLS and PALS certified. Certification PHTLS preferred. Hospital based ambulance service experience preferred. Looking for an outgoing individual that can work without supervision. Sign on Bonus of $4,500 for a commitment of three years OR Relocation allowance available.
FULL TIME WEEKEND PACKAGE PARAMEDIC Seeking a Full Time Weekend Package Paramedic with a minimum of two years experience. 12 hour shifts with 12 hours on-call. Provides advance emergency care in pre-hospital setting. Applicant must be certified in the State of Iowa, Iowa drivers and Chauffeurs license. Must be ACLS, BLS and PALS certified. Certification PHTLS preferred. Hospital based ambulance service experience preferred. Looking for an outgoing individual that can work without supervision. Sign on Bonus of $4,500 for a commitment of three years OR Relocation allowance available.
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Sheriff’s Log Sigourney Police Department The Sheriff ’s news is a brief summary of the activities/ arrests/ citations from previous weeks as submitted by Keokuk County Sheriff, Casey Hinnah. Criminal Charges are mere accusations and the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Arrests: On Monday, October 17, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michelle Robin Spaulding, 38, Hedrick, for Assault. On Thursday, October 20, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jared Joseph Bucher, 29, Ollie, for violation of a no contact order. On Thursday, October 20, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Willis Jay Smith, 50, Delta, for probation violation. On Thursday, October 27, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Lucas Eugene Dyke, 36, Ollie, for indecent exposure. On Friday, October 28, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Mesenda Ann Swan, 31, Newton, on a warrant for probation violation. On Saturday, October 29, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Patricia Joy Marquez, 33, Oskaloosa, for driving under suspension.
On Saturday, October 29, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Brett Allen Shull, 32, Hedrick, for Driving While barred. On Sunday, October 30, the Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office arrested Joshua Charles Lynam, 35, Des Moines, on a warrant for probation violation. Citations On Wednesday, October 19, Andrew Michael Decker of Sigourney was cited for Driving on Wrong Side of Highway. On Wednesday, October 19, Travis Wayne Eldridge of Grimes was cited for Unsafe Backing on Highway. On Friday, October 21, Elizibeth Nancy Koenig of Fox Lake was cited for Excessive Speed (Auto). On Saturday, October 22, Marissa Lyn Kolstee was cited for Excessive Speed (Auto). On Saturday, October 22, David Dwight Schmidt was cited for Excessive Speed (Auto). On Saturday, October 22, Anthony Johnson of Chicago was cited for Failure to Have Valid License. On Sunday, October 23, Dustin Ryan Blair of Millersburg was cited for Driving Under Suspension and Operating a Non-Registered Vehicle.
Keokuk County Board Proceedings KEOKUK COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS OCTOBER 24, 2016 The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met in special session, Monday, October 24, 2016 in the Board Room of the Courthouse. All members were present. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the agenda. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve the minutes of October 17, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Met with Engineer McGuire regarding Keokuk County Highway Department. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to award the contract for Project LFM-611002-7X-54 bridge rehabilitation project to Iowa Bridge & Culvert, low bidder, in the amount of $48,731 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. This bridge is located on 250th Avenue and 170th Street and the bid includes labor, structural steel and concrete since the balance of material needed is on hand. Discussion regarding bridge postings for special haul vehicles was held. The State weight limit is based on axels, which is causing a structural capacity issue, not condition issue. Keokuk County has 11 bridges affected – removal of rock from the deck on 3 bridges will lessen the dead load; 4 bridges will be posted as one lane and 4 will be posted with weight limits.
Hadley moved, Wood seconded award of tree removal/trimming bid to Dan Appleget Sigourney Tree Care, low bidder, in the amount of $2,290 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded approval of EMC National Life annual renewal as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. The renewal once again has no increase in premium. Various board and committee reports were held. Wood participated in the Pathfinders conference call and attended a HIPAA meeting. Hadley attended the Veterans Affairs meeting. Berg attended Empowerment and SADC meetings and viewed a hog confinement site north of Martinsburg. Discussion of old/new business and public comment was not held due to no additional topics. Meeting was held with Ron Pieracci to discuss Tyler 10 software. Tyler has rewritten the software, streamlining programs. Implementation may be in three stages, over three fiscal years. On vote and motion the meeting adjourned at 10:15 a.m. The above and foregoing information is a summary of the minutes taken at the above indicated meeting. The full and complete set of minutes are recorded and available at the office of the Keokuk County Auditor. SK44
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News Release Weeks of October 10 through October 24 Criminal charges are mere accusations and the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. 10-10-2016 2 am Issued warning for violation of street sweeping ordinance. 10:45 am Funeral traffic control at Jefferson and Jackson. 4:38 pm Received report of male walking down roadway in the 200 block of East Jackson, individual was gone upon arrival. 8:43 pm Called to the 300 block of South Warren for a dispute, spoke to parties involved. 10-11-2016 8:15 am Received report of loose dog in the 500 block of North Shuffleton, spoke to owners. 3:42 pm Received report of injured animal at Main and South. 9:04 pm Welfare check in the 100 block of East Jackson, everything ok.
10-12-2016 2:49 am Called to the 100 block of East Jackson for a gas drive off, unable to locate vehicle. 11 am Received report of assault in the 900 block of South Stone, incident was unfounded. 11:30 am Received report of criminal mischief in the 200 block of East Jackson, incident under investigation. 11:40 am Called to the 200 block of South Jefferson for a 911 hang up call, everything ok. 9:30 pm Issued warning for no license plates and taillight out at Main and Jackson. 10-13-2016 1:40 pm Issued warning for expired registration. 6:52 pm Called to Belva Deer Inn for a 911 hang up call, everything ok. 7:12 pm Issued warning for taillight out. 10-14-2016 5:26 pm Received report of debris in roadway on Hwy 149, contacted DOT. 10-15-2016 12:58 am Called to business on East Jackson for possible trespass, unable to locate anyone on property. 7:51 pm Received report of shots fired in the 700 block of South Main, unable to locate source of noise. 3:03 pm Received report of burglary in the 200 block of West Spring, spoke to parties involved, incident under investigation. 3:51 pm Received report of noise complaint in the 700 block of South
Keokuk County Board Proceedings KEOKUK COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS OCTOBER 17, 2016 The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met in regular session, Monday, October 17, 2016 in the Board Room of the Courthouse. All members were present. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the agenda. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Wood seconded approval of Southeast Iowa Inter-Agency Drug Task Force 28E/28D Agreement as submitted. This is a valuable agreement that advises on drug cases. Wood moved, Wood seconded to approve the minutes of October 10, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Met with Engineer McGuire regarding Keokuk County Highway Department. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to set the public hearing for Monday, October 31, 2016 at 9:00 a.m., Board Room, First Floor, Courthouse to vacate a portion of road record no. 576 located in Section 1, Township 74N, Range 11W, more particularly described as all that part of 275th Avenue from the south Skunk River north to the south right of way line of 280th Street as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to set the public hearing for Monday, October 31, 2016 at 10:00 a.m., Board Room, First Floor, Courthouse to vacate a portion of road record no. 386 located in Section 36, Township 75N, Range 11W and in Section 1, Township 74N, Range 11W, more particularly described as all that part of road number 386 from the SE corner of the SW¼ of the SW¼ of Section 36, T75N, R11W; thence east 1095’ as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded approval of support to submit a grant application for sign replacement through the Iowa DOT Sign Replacement Program. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded approval of resolution establishing the Keokuk County Access Policy for entrances/driveways to the Secondary Road System as amended. All ayes and motion carried. Driveway culverts will no longer be maintained by the county. Hadley moved, Wood seconded approval of resolution establishing the Keokuk County Policy for roadside ditch cleaning/maintenance of the Secondary Road System as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve the October 17, 2016 claim listing as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Wood seconded approval of Personnel Report for Derek Albert, Dispatcher/ Jailer, Sheriff’s Department, regarding wage change from $13.00 to $14.00 per hour effective October 10, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Wood seconded approval of 2016 Business Property Tax Credit (BPTC) Applications as submitted. All ayes and motion
carried. Applications are for eligible commercial, industrial or railroad classed property. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the quarterly report of fees collected by the County Auditor and Sheriff and monthly report of fees collected by the County Recorder and Clerk of Court as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Various board and committee reports were held. Wood attended a monthly RUSS meeting. Berg participated in a Criminal Justice conference call and attended a Regional Mental Health meeting. Hadley had no meetings to attend last week. Discussion of old/new business and public comment was held. The Keokuk County Courthouse will be closed on Veteran’s Day, therefore the Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Monday, November 14 and the General Election will be canvassed on Tuesday, November 15, 2016. On vote and motion the meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m. The above and foregoing information is a summary of the minutes taken at the above indicated meeting. The full and complete set of minutes are recorded and available at the office of the Keokuk County Auditor. CLAIM DATE: October 17, 2016 AGRILAND FS 1,304.50 AHLERS & COONEY 500.00 ALL AM PEST CONTROL 35.00 ALLIANT ENERGY 204.77 ALTORFER MACHINERY 3,637.23 AM HOME FIND ASSOC 139.95 ANDERSEN APPRAISALS 400.00 ARENDT, JOSH 865.00 ATI 554.66 BARRON MOTOR 364.11 BEST WESTERN 145.60 BOND, RICHARD 20.95 BOWERS, JERLYN 313.50 BROTHERS MARKET 1,848.02 BUEHNEMAN, TRACY 500.00 C J COOPER & ASSOC 35.00 CAPPERS AUTO 461.95 CARD CENTER 1,391.76 CASTRO, DR ROBERTO 200.00 CENTRAL IA DISTRIBUTING 175.00 COBB OIL CO 23.14 COX SANITATION & RECY 25.00 DIRECTV 69.98 DON’S TRUCK SALES 376.86 DOUDS STONE 18,136.40 EARL’S INC 653.12 FARMER, MARGE 85.50 FARMERS COOP ASSOC 1,145.60 FERRELL, JAMES 17.95 FIFTH DIST CO OFFICERS 80.00 FRANK DUNN CO 789.00 GCR TIRE CENTER 1,664.60 GHA TECHNOLOGIES 17.96 GRIMM REAL EST & INS 1,600.00 H & M FARM & HOME 250.89 HENRY, LARRY 480.00 HOLIDAY INN 515.20
HOUSE, GEORGE 5.98 IMWCA 8,452.00 IA DEPT PUBLIC SAFETY 1,380.00 IOWA COMM NETWORK 35.11 IOWA DNR 350.00 ISAC GROUP UNEMPLOY 1,427.89 JACK’S CORNER DRUG 295.91 KCII RADIO 73.60 KEMPF, MARGARET 216.32 KEOKUK CO HLTH CTR 128.00 KEOKUK CO HWY DEPT 154.85 KEOKUK CO RECORDER 18.92 KIMBALL MIDWEST 298.70 KLETT, DOUG 150.00 LANKFORD, WENDY 88.92 LISCO/LTDS 1,471.24 LUMBER COMPANY 326.44 MENARDS 167.29 MESSERSCHMITT, LAVADA 99.84 MID-AMERICA PUBLISHING 1,234.40 MILLER, PAT SNAKENBERG287.56 MINKS FOUST, KATHY 147.68 MISC ON MAIN 274.96 MODERN COOP TELE CO 348.80 MULTI-COUNTY OIL CO 5,015.26 NORTH ENGLISH TELE CO 821.60 O HALLORAN INT 47.64 OFFICE CENTER 349.11 PETTY CASH FUND 36.00 PHELPS AUTO 927.00 POSTMASTER 47.00 QUILL CORPORATION 121.47 R & M HYDRAULIC 1,367.28 RICHLAND FIRE & RESCUE 490.50 RIVER PRODUCTS 45,565.10 SADLER POWER TRAIN 255.13 SIEREN, SUSAN J 64.75 SIGOURNEY CLEANERS 39.60 SIGOURNEY, CITY OF 671.90 SINCLAIR TRACTOR 522.20 SKUNK RIVER ARMS 217.00 SO COMPUTER WAREHSE 141.02 STOREY/KENWORTHY 3,037.66 STROBELS 4,724.50 T I P REC 1,805.13 TEN POINT CONST CO 5,408.94 THE DOOR SHOP 713.84 THOMPSON, CASEY 200.00 THOMSON REUTERS-WEST 184.50 THRELKELD-LARSON, VIRGINIA 232.55 TIFCO INDUSTRIES 158.01 TREASURER ST OF IA 1,433.00 TRUE VALUE 270.36 ULIN, BRIAN 16.68 US CELLULAR 397.18 VERIZON WIRELESS 486.17 WAECHTER, MARILYN 161.20 WAGLER MOTOR CO 45.45 WAPELLO COUNTY AUDITOR 298.78 WAPELLO RURAL WATER 350.26 WASTE MANAGEMENT 8,344.24 WAYNE DAVIS TRUCKING 5,940.00 WINDSTREAM 1,402.66 WINN CORP 3,238.18 $152,011.46 TOTAL SK44
Shuffleton, unable to observe any violations. 8:37 pm Received report of harassment in the 600 block of East Washington, spoke to parties involved. 10-17-2016 9:04 am Received request for extra patrol in the 400 block of East Spring. 9:15 am Received noise complaint in the 500 block of Oak, will provide extra patrol. 8:14 pm Received report of an assault that occurred between young children earlier in the day, referred the matter to school officials. 10-18-2016 5:15 am Investigated accident at Casey’s General Store in the 100 block of East Jackson where a vehicle accidently struck the building, no damage to building. 10:15 am Received report of underage drinking in the 600 block of East Jackson, incident under investigation. 10:25 am Observed illegally parked vehicle in the 100 block of North Main, spoke to individual. 2:40 pm Received report of payday loan scam in the 600 block of Cherry, resident was aware it was a scam. 3 pm Called to the 400 block of South Shuffleton for a wild animal in residents yard, discussed options with property owner. 6:34 pm Called to the 1200 block of South Stuart for a report of a theft, incident under investigation. 10-20-2016 8:42 am Received report of suspicious person in the 100 block of South Main the evening prior. 9:57 am Called to the 1000 block of East Jackson for a loose dog, unable to locate. 10:23 am Assisted with medical in the 100 block of Jackson. 3:51 pm Received report of erratic driver coming into Sigourney from the south, located vehicle, did not observe any violations. 6:54 pm Called to the 300 block of North Main for a report of trespass, spoke to parties involved. 7:49 pm Received report of kitten in driveway in the 200 block of East Elm, resident was going to find home for it. 10-21-2016 12:45 pm Received report of vandalism in the 300 block of North Jefferson, incident under investigation. 10-22-2016 12:02 am Received noise complaint in the 100 block of South Main, unable to locate noise upon arrival. 10-23-2016 11:15 pm Issued warning for violation of curfew at East and Pleasant Valley.
10-24-2016 11 am Homecheck in the 200 block of East Pleasant Valley, everything ok. 11:30 am Assisted public in the 100 block of North Main. 12:08 pm Received report of harassment in the 200 block of West Spring, spoke to parties involved. 10-25-2016 6:31 am Called to the 300 block of North Main for an alarm going off, everything ok. 8 am Received report of concrete in roadway in the 200 block of East Jackson, contacted D.O.T. 2:54 pm Received report of illegal parking in the 300 block of South Jefferson, asked owner to move vehicle. 10-26-2016 7:44 am Received report of sign laying in roadway at Jackson and Main. 8:50 am Received report of theft in the 800 block of East Jackson, incident under investigation. 10-27-2016 5:39 pm Received report of dog attacking people and another dog at Jackson and West, spoke to parties involved. 10-28-2016 12:01 am Observed suspicious vehicle in the 600 block of West Jackson, 1:07 am Received report of deer vs
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Notice Of Sheriff’s Levy And Sale Iowa District Court Keokuk County Court Case #EQEQ040828 Civil #16-000488 STATE OF IOWA KEOKUK COUNTY Bank of America NA VS. Timothy J. Conrad; Lisa R. Conrad; Parties In Possession Special Execution As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) real estate described below to satisfy the judgment. The Property to be sold is A Parcel of Land located in the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section Eight, Township Seventy-Seven North, Range Eleven West of the Fifth Principal Meridian in Keokuk County, Iowa,more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of said described real estate, thence East on the Section Line 448 Feet to the point of Beginning, thence East 222 Feet, thence South 132 feet, thence West Parallel to the Section Line 222 Feet, thence North 132 Feet to the point of beginning. Property Address: 23338 110th Street, South English, IA 52335. The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale: December 20, 2016; Sale Time: 10:00 A.M.; Place of Sale: Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office Lobby, 204 S. Stone St., Sigourney, IA 52591 Homestead: Defendant is advised that if the described real estate includes the homestead (which must not exceed 1/2 acre if within a city or town plat, or, if rural, must not exceed 40 acres), defendant must file a homestead plat with the Sheriff within ten (10) days after service of this notice, or the sheriff will have it platted and charge the costs to this case. This sale not subject to Redemption. Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if acceptable. Judgment Amount: $66,234.01; Costs: $6,623.88; Accruing Costs: $0.00; Interest: $6,896.96; Sheriff’s Fees: Pending. Attorney: Emily Bartekoske 1401 50th St. Ste. 100 West Des Moines, IA 50266 515-23-7325 Date: Octobrt 26, 2016 /s/ Casey J. Hinnah Keokuk County Sheriff 44-2
car minor accident near Belva Deer Inn. 2:30 pm Called to the 200 block of East Pleasant Valley for an alarm call, everything ok. 10-29-2016 2:43 pm Assisted Sheriff’s Department with transporting prisoner from Hedrick. 3:02 pm Welfare check in 500 block of South Main, everything ok. 3:15 pm Received report of dogs barking excessively in the 200 block of North West, spoke to owner. 2:38 pm Called to Main and Jackson for a minor two vehicle accident, no injuries reported. 4:30 pm Assisted with medical call at the Keokuk County Health Center. 9:32 pm Assisted Sheriff’s Department at Belva Deer. 10-30-2016 3:29 am Issued citation to Garrett L. Fedler, of Ainsworth, Failure to Obey Stop Sign at Main and Jackson. 9:20 pm Issued warning for no taillights.
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Public Hearings NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Condemnation and Abatement Hearing for properties located at 704 S. Barnes St, 508 N. Barnes St, and 202 N. Stub Street Walnut Street, What Cheer Iowa The City of What Cheer will hold a Public Hearing to discuss the condemnation and abatement of properties listed above, legal description is available at What Cheer City Hall. Hearing will be held at 7:20 PM, on Tuesday, November 15th, 2016 at the What Cheer City Hall, What Cheer, Iowa. All interested parties are encouraged to attend the Public Hearing. Written comments may be submitted to the City Clerk, What Cheer City Hall, P.O. Box 408, What Cheer, Iowa 50268 on or before the date of the Public Hearing. ATTEST by /s/ Melanie Vermillion, City Clerk S44
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NOTICE OF FORFEITURE OF REAL ESTATE CONTRACT TO: Jason Jones & Crystal Tobeck, 614 E Washington, Sigourney IA 52591 You and each of you are hereby notified: (1) The written contract dated 19th day of February, 2016 and executed by Billy Claywell as Manager of BC Investments LLC as Vendor, and Jason Jones and Crystal Tobeck as Vendees, recorded February 19, 2016 in the office of the Keokuk County Recorder, recorded as document reference number 2016-0239, for the sale of the following described real estate: Lot 3 in Block 2 in Williams Jackson’s Addition to the City of Sigourney, Keokuk County, Iowa. has not been complied with in the following particulars: a) Payment due August 15, 2016 $550.00 b) Late fee due on August 2016 payment $40.00 c) Payment due September 15, 2016 $550.00 Total $1140.00 (2) The contract shall stand forfeited unless the parties in default, within 30 days after the completed service of this notice, shall perform the terms and conditions in default, and in addition pay the reasonable costs of serving this notice. (3) The amount of attorney fees claimed by the Vendors pursuant to Section 656.7 of the Code of Iowa is $ 50.00 (not to exceed $50.00). Payment of the attorney fees is not required to comply with this notice in order to prevent forfeiture. BC Investments, LLC – Vendor By: Billy Claywell, Manager By: James M. Box, Attorney 304 N Court Street Ottumwa, Iowa 52501 NOTE: If the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 1692 et seq., applies to this communication, attach Form No. 172, Notice of Validation of Debt. S44-3
Sigourney City Council Minutes Sigourney City Council Minutes The following are summarized minutes of the regular City Council meeting of October 19, 2016. The Sigourney City Council met in regular session in the Council Chambers at City Hall on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 with Mayor Glandon presiding and the following Council members answering roll call: McLaughlin, Schultz, Morlan, Landgrebe and Bender. Others present were: Ray Clarahan; Jim Willis and Barb Randall, Iowa Municipal Benefits Plan; CJ Eilers, News Review; Don Northup, Director of Public Works I; Aaron Kephart, Assistant Police Chief; Allan Glandon, Police Chief and Angie Alderson, City Clerk. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. McLaughlin moved, seconded by Schultz, to approve the tentative agenda. Roll call vote was Ayes: 5. Landgrebe moved, seconded by Bender, to approve the following items on the consent agenda: minutes from the October 5, 2016 regular Council meeting; Council accounts payable claims totaling $118,844.25; Library accounts payable claims totaling $4,858.09; blood bank dates for 2017; Proclamation for Red Ribbon Week 2016; and the credit card report. Roll call vote was Ayes: 5. McLaughlin moved, seconded by Morlan, to open the public hearing regarding the amendment of the current City budget for fiscal year 2017. Upon the roll being called, the following voted Ayes: McLaughlin, Schultz, Morlan, Landgrebe and Bender. Nays: None. Motion approved and the public hearing was opened at 6:05 p.m. Landgrebe moved, seconded by Bender, to close the public hearing regarding the amendment of the current City budget for fiscal year 2017. Upon the roll being called, the following voted Ayes: McLaughlin, Schultz, Morlan, Landgrebe and Bender. Nays: None. Motion approved and the public hearing was closed at 6:07 p.m. Schultz moved, seconded by Morlan, to approve Resolution 2016-10-04 for a proposed budget amendment for fiscal year ending June 30, 2017. Roll call vote was Ayes: 5. Bender moved, seconded by Landgrebe, to allow non registered golf carts and rangers
to participate in Ray’s Annual Golf Cart Across Scenic Sigourney ride on Saturday, October 29, 2016 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Upon the roll being called, the following voted Ayes: McLaughlin, Morlan, Landgrebe and Bender. Nays: Schultz. Motion approved. Landgrebe moved, seconded by McLaughlin, to approve the 28E / 28D Agreement with the Southeast Iowa Inter-Agency Drug Task Force. Roll call vote was Ayes: 5. Schultz moved, seconded by Landgrebe, to approve the Police Department to apply for a grant with the Keokuk County Community Endowment Foundation. Roll call vote was Ayes: 5. Schultz moved, seconded by Bender, to approve the offer of $2,000.00 to the Keokuk County Health Center for the two (2) Crown Vic police cars. Upon the roll being called, the following voted Ayes: Schultz, Morlan, Landgrebe and Bender. Nays: None. Abstain; McLaughlin. Motion approved. Morlan moved, seconded by Landgrebe, to approve the following Community Betterment Projects: $8,000.00 to reroute the drainage of a storm sewer from West Hickory Street to West Pleasant Valley Street, $100.00 in Sigourney bucks to Sigourney Area Development Corporation for their annual fund raiser and $50.00 in Sigourney bucks to the Sigourney Fire Department for their annual breakfast fund raiser. Roll call vote was Ayes: 5. The November 2nd, 2016 regular Council meeting will be held at City Hall at 6:00 p.m. The meeting was adjourned by acclamation at 6:52 p.m. The full and complete minutes are available at the Sigourney City Clerk’s office upon request. Douglas L. Glandon, Mayor ATTEST: Angela K. Alderson, Sigourney City Clerk CITY OF SIGOURNEY October 19, CLAIMS Acco - Solution $560.76 All American Pest Control Pest Control $95.00 Alliant Energy - Utilities $11,940.20 Bain Land Clearing - Labor $330.00 Brothers Market - Supplies $24.53 Dobbins Landscaping - Mowing $1,500.00
Douds Stone - Supplies $243.73 French- Reneker-Associates, Inc. Services $5,500.00 Garden Gate - Services $30.00 H & M Farm and Home - Supplies $147.92 Heartland Shredding - Shredding $45.00 Hickenbottom Inc.-Parts $3,533.36 Hotsy - Salt $142.00 Iowa One Call - Services $27.10 Keystone - Testing $1,024.30 Lumber Company - Supplies $50.24 Keokuk County Highway Dept. - Fuel $834.05 Keokuk County Recorder Recording Fee $17.00 Municipal Supply, INC - Supplies $543.95 Misc. On Main - shirt/screen $41.18 Myles Miller Refrigeration - Parts $26.18 Roger Shifflett - Supplies $109.96 Sigourney Area Development Corp. Sigourney Bucks $150.00 Schroeder Frame & Alignment - Parts $150.00 Semco - Tonnage $1,981.00 Sinclair Tractor - Parts $11.31 Sigourney Fire Department- Levy $10,801.44 Sigourney Cleaners - Supplies $34.50 Sigourney Treecare - Removal $1,000.00 True Value - Supplies $158.54 Truck Country - Vehicle $78,103.50 Tremmel Backhoe Service - Labor $380.00 Wayne Davis Trucking - Rock $408.80 Wagler Motor Company - Service $48.70 $119,994.25 September 2016 Library Claims Access Systems (IT/Copier) $962.02 All American Pest Control (Pest Control)$30.00 Alliant Energy (Electricity) $499.22 Baker & Taylor (Books) $1271.08 Brothers Market (Supplies) $18.81 Bancard (Postage,Books,Movies/Music, Supplies) $1588.63 Center Point Large Print (Books) $86.88 Curtis Fisher (Mowing) $80.00 Demco (supplies) $166.75 Dollar General (Supplies) $44.30 ICN Comm. Network (internet) $7.56 Sha Ran Window Services (services) $20.00 State Library of Iowa (manual) $30.85 TEI Landmark Audio (Lease) $50.00 True Value (supplies) $1.99 TOTAL $4858.09 S44
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New voters weigh in on Presidential Election By CJ Eilers and Amie Van Patten News Review The News-Review reached out to 18 and 19 year old Keokuk County students and residents who will be first time voters in the November 8 election. Each participant was asked three simple questions and none were asked whom they were voting for in the election or about their political affiliation directly.
What Cheer Fire Department experienced a large crowd at their annual hunter’s breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 29.
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ment and their families all helped to serve a hearty meal of sausage, bacon, biscuits and gravy, pancakes and more from 6 to 10 a.m. The What Cheer Volunteer Fire Department hosts two breakfast events throughout the year. Chief
Jeremy Bolinger states, “This was one of our larger attended breakfast events and we are very fortunate to have a supportive community to come out and support us in this event.”
Notice of Probate Notice of Probate Probate No. ESPR037986 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ELEANOR SOBASKI, Deceased. To all persons interested in the Estate of Eleanor Sobaski, Deceased, who died on or about October 12, 2016: You are hereby notified that on October 19, 2016, the Last Will and Testament of Eleanor Sobaski, deceased, bearing the date of December 11, 2012 was admitted to probate in the above named Court and that Larry L. Sobaski, Kenneth Sobaski, Linda Weber and Laura McKillip were appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated October 19, 2016. Larry L Sobaski Kenneth Sobaski 102 Packwood Rd. 27501 Hwy. 78 Packwood, Iowa 52580 Ollie, Iowa 52576 Laura McKillip Linda Weber 2350 E. 29th St. 703 14th St. Davenport, IA 52803 Kalona, IA 52247 Executors of Estate Craig R. Foss, AT0002561 Attorney for Estate Foss, Kuiken & Cochran, P.C. P.O. Box 30 Fairfield, Iowa 52556 Date of second publication: November 2, 2016. S43-2
Notice of Probate CASE NO. ESPR037980 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT KEOKUK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY G. WATSON, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of SHIRLEY G. WATSON, Deceased, who died on or about September 8, 2016: You are hereby notified that on September 16, 2016, the last will and testament of SHIRLEY G. WATSON, deceased, bearing date of December 24, 2014, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that John D. Watson, Danny D. Watson, Julie G. Klein was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated September 15, 2016. John D. Watson, 301 Clark St., Williamsburg, IA 52361 Danny D. Watson, 408 South Keokuk Washington Road, Keota, IA 52248 Julie G. Klein, 26316 228th Ave., Sigourney, IA 52591 Co-Executors of estate John N. Wehr, ICIS PIN No: AT0008299 Attorney for executor John N. Wehr Attorney 116 E. Washington St. P.O. Box 245 Sigourney, IA 52591 Date of second publication: November 9, 2016. S44-2
Probate No. ESPR037988 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS In The Iowa District Court In and For Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RUTH L. KNOWLER, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Ruth L. Knowler, Deceased, who died on or about October 10, 2016. You are hereby notified that on the 21st day of October, 2016, the Last Will and Testament of Ruth L. Knowler, deceased, bearing date of the 11th day of July, 1980, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Marvanne Matzen was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated this 21st day of October, 2016. Marvanne Matzen, Executor 12376 Highway 92 Delta, IA 52550 Greg A. Life Attorney for Executor 102 First Avenue East Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577 Date of Second Publication: 9th day of March, 2016. S44-2
Notice of Probate Probate No. ESPR037989 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MAXINE N. MILLIKIN, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Maxine N. Millikin, Deceased, who died on or about October 11, 2016: You are hereby notified that on October 24, 2016, the last will and testament of Maxine N. Millikin, deceased, bearing date of February 19, 1964, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Harlan D. Millikin, and Donald R. Millikin, was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated October 25, 2016. Harlan D. Millikin P.O. Box 343 Hedrick, IA 52563 Donald R. Millikin 29471 120th Ave. Hedrick, IA 52563 Executors of Estate John N. Wehr, ICIS PIN No: AT0008299 Attorney for executor John N. Wehr Attorney at Law 116 East Washington Street, PO Box 245 Sigourney, IA 52591 Date of second publication: November 9, 2016. S44-2
Bailey Davis, senior at Tri-County High School What issues are important to you? Healthcare, the environment, foreign policy and free college tuition are important issues. What do you look for in a leader? I look for someone who can lead in right direction and is able to properly handle situations. They should not be hasty and represent everyone, not just represent one population. Why do you feel voting is important? You can get your say in the election, especially in such an important year.
Spencer Roggentien, 2016 graduate of English Valleys High School, works at Seneca What issues are important to you? My main issues consist of health care, gun control, and immigration. Building a wall is outrageous and I think everyone has the right at a shot at the American life. I disagree with Obamacare and would like to see it disappear and guns should be perfectly legal in the USA because good humans deserve the right to use them. What do you look for in a leader? I look for strength in a leader. A leader has to be smart and say what needs to happen and act on it rather than saying what people want to hear. Why do you feel voting is important? Voting is important because everyone deserves a say in what happens
Notice of Probate PROBATE NO. ESPR037987 NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR KEOKUK COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF E. DENISE NELSON, DECEASED To all persons interested in the Estate of E. Denise Nelson, Deceased, who died on or about July 9, 2016: You are hereby notified that on October 19, 2016, the last will and testament of E. Denise Nelson, deceased, bearing the date of March 19, 2012 was admitted to probate in the above named court. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the District Court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the Decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Dated October 25, 2016. Petitioner: John Nelson 205 E. Main Richland, IA 52585 Attorney for Estate: Tim B. Kuiken Foss, Kuiken & Cochran, P.C. P.O. Box 30 Fairfield, Iowa 52556 AT0004462 Date of second publication: November 9, 2016. S44-2
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Abby Schulte, 2016 graduate of Keota High School, Simpson College Student Senator What issues are important to you? The issues that are most important to me are the economy, education, and ensuring that we have equality for all people. What do you look for in a leader? I look for in a leader I want someone who has experience, values diplomacy, wants to move the country forward, and listens to the concerns that all people have in their everyday lives. Why do you feel voting is important? Voting is so important because there’s so much at stake this election. Even if you don’t have don’t have an interest in politics, the outcome of this election is still going to affect you so it is important that you learn about the candidates and vote. Every single vote matters, especially here in Iowa where the race is so close. And we aren’t just voting for president on Novemeber 8th, there are other races like congressional races on the ballot that are important as well.
Danielle Stout, 2016 graduate of Sigourney High School, Iowa Army National Guard What issues are important to you? Foreign policy, including how we handle ISIS, Planned Parenthood, how to manage taxes, balancing budget and military. What do you look for in a leader? I look for someone calm and collected, not a hypocrite. They stay by their view and stand by them no matter what. Why do you feel voting is important? It’s our civilian duty. It’s a freedom that people have fought for. We can complain about politics, but nothing will change if we don’t go out and vote.
Natalie Steinke, senior at Tri-County, Former Page for Iowa House of Representatives What issues are important to you? Gun Control, abortion, how to make college affordable and bipartisanship. What do you look for in a leader? I look for someone good with foreign affairs, can see everyone’s point of view, not be discriminatory, not afraid to speak their mind and be truthful. They should sit down and listen to what people have to say. Why do you feel voting is important?
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Troop 52 members and leaders before splitting up into groups to cover Sigourney in quadrants.
Troop 52 holds food drive throughout Sigourney By CJ Eilers News Editor Troop 52 scouts stopped at houses to tie grocery bags to doors for their “Scouting For Food” Drive this week. Residents can place non-perishable food items in the bags and leave them outside their doors on Saturday, Nov. 5, when Troop 52 will come collect them beginning at 10 a.m. Pancake mixes, boxed meals, syrup, toiletries, diapers and kid friendly meals are items Scout Leader Scott Richardson recommend, but all non-perishable items will be accepted. “We have 1,000 bags and planned
on getting at least 800 of them out to houses,” Richardson said. “Our goal is to hit at least 2,000 pounds of food, if not 4,000 pounds. If 40 percent of the houses we hit donated at least one can of food, that would be outstanding.” Troop 52 has done a similar food drive in the past, but not for a while according to Richardson. He wished to bring it back two years ago, and finally had the resources and numbers to do it again this year with 16 boy scouts in the troop. Teams were divided into quadrants, and those same teams will return next Saturday to collect the items. “It’s primarily about feeding the
kids,” Richardson said. “They need to eat healthy meals. Parents will do anything to make sure they eat, and this is our way of helping.” In addition to the sacks at the houses, a grocery cart has been placed at Brother’s Market for Troop 52, where people can place items for donation. Richardson encourages anyone that was missed by the boy scouts to put the items in that cart, which will be present until November 7. “I’m very proud of our troop,” Richardson said. “They are great kids and have done a great job with this drive.”
Troop 52 stopped at houses to put grocery bags at doors on Saturday, Oct. 30. The troop will collect the bags next Saturday, Nov. 5, if they are placed out on the doorstep.
Amie Van Patten Regional Editor Each week up until election, we will post a poll on our Facebook page to see what issues are relevant to Keokuk County residents. This week the poll was about terrorism.
EPA Accepting Proposals for Brownfields Assessment, Cleanup Grants Lenexa, Kan., Oct. 28, 2016) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking applicants interested in using brownfields assessment and cleanup grants to revitalize abandoned industrial sites within their communities into reusable properties. As part of EPA’s Brownfields Program, these grants support revitalization efforts in rural and urban communities by funding environmental assessment and cleanup activities for properties with the presence or potential presence of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants. Funding opportunities for these assessment and cleanup grants range from up to $200,000 to $600,000 based on the type of grant and number of brownfield sites included in a proposal. In 2016, EPA Region 7 awarded $1.8 million in
grants for assessment and cleanup projects in Missouri and Iowa. Applicants eligible for these grants include public and quasi-public organizations. Non-profit organizations are also eligible for the cleanup grants. Applicants must submit proposals through www.grants.gov by 11:59 p.m., Dec. 20, 2016. It is estimated that there are more than 450,000 brownfields in the U.S. Cleaning up and reinvesting in these properties increases local tax bases, facilitates job growth, utilizes existing infrastructure, takes development pressures off of undeveloped, open land, and both improves and protects the environment. To assist applicants with their proposals, EPA hosted the EPA National Assessment and Cleanup Guideline Webinar Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016 at 2 p.m. ET.
Coming to the EV History Center… Silent Witnesses to the Civil War
The EV History Center invites you to hear Patricia Essick on Sunday, November 20, at 2:00 p.m., as she tells the story of the American Civil War with 25 objects, “silent witnesses” to this remarkable time in American history. Patricia was inspired to create this program when she was working at the reference desk at the Ottumwa Public Library, and they received a new addition to their non-fiction collection, a book called The Civil War in 50 Objects by Harold Holzer and the New York Historical Patricia Essick Society. The 50 objects described in the sabers, tintypes, an authentic letter book were unique, one-of-a-kind from an Iowa soldier, a mourning museum pieces, but it made her fan, the book Uncle Tom’s Cabin, wonder if she could tell the story of Civil War uniform buttons, and the Civil War in ordinary objects even coffee beans and hardtack. that would have been common in Following the program, the audithe 1860s. She and her husband love ence is invited to look at the items antiques, and they already had most more closely, to hold a Civil War of the 25-30 “silent witnesses” that gun or saber if they wish, or to look through a Civil War era stereoscope. she uses in the program. Starting with some background The EV History Center is located into the causes of the Civil War, she at 108 N. Main Street in North Entells the story of this history-mak- glish, and all are invited to attend ing conflict through such items as T:3.75” this event at no charge. Donations a Union kepi, Civil War guns and are accepted.
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Tri-County National Honor Society students volunteered to help with the food truck and food pantry through the Southeast Iowa Food Bank. Front row left to right: Skyler Fisher, Riley Danner, Allison Steinke, Hunter Kapple. Back row: McKenzie Hammes, Hannah Miover, Cameron Krumm, Jerek Thompson and Ryan Daughenbaugh.
Tri-County Students volunteer for food pantry and food truck Students from Tri-County High School volunteered their time to help with the Southeast Iowa Food Bank food pantry and food truck
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A Historical Perspective
Keota–Golden Buckle of the Corn Belt Amie Van Patten Regional Editor This is the eleventh installment of our weekly look at the various towns in Keokuk County and the surrounding areas. We will look at the unique history of the towns, as well as compare and contrast the then and now for each town. This will be a collaborative effort from all of us here at The News-Review and Keota Eagle. We hope it will provide a great insight into the towns that make up our communities. Keota was laid out in a cornfield by Messers Achard and Yerger of Sigourney in January of 1872: although not incorporated until December 18,1873. First known as Keoton, a name derived from its location bordering Washington and Keokuk Counties, Keoton was later named Keota. Surrounded by fertile prairie ground, Keota is located along the eastern border of Lafayette Township with the Skunk River running on the south and the English River to the north. The Oskaloosa branch of the C.R.I. &P. Railroad passed through the town causing many businesses to move into the area. The first building in Keota was a drug store by J.S. Kulp. The first mayor was J.S. Culp and the town’s first lawyer was Isaac Farley. J.F Wilson held the position of the town’s first postmaster. Rev. Smock prepared a room above the wagon shop that he owned in order to be used as a town hall and for religious exercises until better accommodations could be made. They held an opening day service in May of 1872 and Sabbath School with Rev. Smock and Rev. M. Kendrick preaching. The town was just a little over a year old when it acquired its first newspaper, the Keota Advertiser. The Keota Eagle took over as the newspaper in 1875, and remains the newspaper still today. The Keota Independent School District, which was organized in August of 1873 as the first school in the area as well. By 1876 the town had 95 businesses in the town, yielding in two and a quarter million dollars per year. Most of the men built temporary homes and corncribs and the town did not allow females to for coming months. The town held 1,027 inhabitants and flourished. The railroad shipped over 1500 carloads of prod-
uct and imported 915 carloads in that year alone. The southern part of Keota was known as “Sunnyside” and you were only able to drink from the east end of town in the “Red Drinking House” Saloon. In 1879, a gentleman by the name of J.H. Leighton came from West Virginia and noted the rapid growth of this town that was being built in the “wild of Iowa”. He chose to move his glass company operation to the town and named it Eagle Glass Works, after the local newspaper, The Keota Eagle. This was the first glass operation west of the Mississippi, and on this side of Cincinnati. It had seven furnaces and was in a building 50 by 100 feet. By September of 1879 the operation was in full effect, but closed early in 1880 to relocate in Iowa City. Many of the item’s that were made are now collector’s items. The Singmaster family became prominent in Keota when they established the home farm, Singmaster Ranch. The family was known for the breeding of draft horses. Samuel Singmaster bought the Maplehurst property in 1864 to expand the family’s operation. At one time Maplehurst Ranch included three mansions, several horse barns, out buildings, stables, and cottages for workers. The farm included 320 acres, part of which was a land grant from the government, and which is still owned by the Singmaster family, it being the home of Samuel’s great-grandson, James F. Flander and family. He is the fourth generation to own the original homestead, known as the “Singmaster Ranch.” In 1876, William Singmaster, youngest son of Samuel, imported five French drafts. A Clydesdale stallion owned by William Singmaster took a first premium at the Iowa State Fair in 1876, where he had shown 80 horses. William Singmaster started the parade of the Percherons, with honors won by the Keota breed in every horse show of consequence in the Middle West and the principal shows in the country. Singmaster won international championships at shows and fairs. The Singmaster family entered in Five World’s Fairs and in the Panama-Pacific Exposition in l9l5 at San Francisco,
California, Lagos won the World’s Champion Stallion Award. Lagos was imported from France and became a legend in the Keota community. J. O. Singmaster passed away in 1937, and Keota had seen the last of the famous Singmaster horses. Three Singmaster houses remain in the area, reminding locals of the history surrounding the Singmaster family. Keota has changed a lot over the years. Many churches and businesses have made their home in the small community and have withheld the changes over the years. One of the most recent changes was perhaps the fire in 2010 that affected the businesses on Broadway. This fire claimed an entire city block. However, Keota rebuilt and what was once the lumberyard is now the site of several successful businesses throughout the town. Voted in 2014 as the most extroverted city in America by PYCO Incorporated, Keota is now home to over one thousand residents. Be sure to follow us next week when we have our twelfth installment of this series on Gibson.
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Tri-County School District October Superintendent Newsletter
The month of October is coming to an end. As I get older, I see the beauty in the changing of the seasons. I continue to enjoy and appreciate nature with the color of the leaves, the bountiful harvest and the opportunity to be part of school that is committed to accepting the challenge to help each student improve academically along with providing options to grow socially. As the month of October ends and November begins, we have a lot to be of proud of and to celebrate from our students and staff. October has been a very busy month both in the classroom and with many school activities outside of the classroom. The fall sports season has been completed with a couple of weeks of down time before winter activities begin to practice. The high school football team played a 10 game schedule as they competed against a number of schools that have two or three times the number of players on their squads. Despite battling larger squads, the Tri-County players and coaches battled each game and completed the season with the same number of players as had started the season. This takes a great deal of perseverance and this is a great lesson that these players will carry with them beyond their high school years. Our high school volleyball team has shown great improvement throughout the season. They were able to place in the middle of the SICL conference. This is a wonderful accomplishment. There are some very good volleyball players and teams in the SICL. The volleyball girls traveled to Twin Cedars for their 1st round volleyball tournament game and came away with a victory in three straight sets. I am not sure when the volleyball girls have won a first round match but it has been years. They finished their season with a 2nd round volleyball tournament game on Monday, October 24 against a very good Iowa Valley volleyball team in Marengo. The junior high volleyball and football teams have finished their seasons. We competed and continue to improve our skill level and participation numbers. Tri-County FFA members and FFA Advisor: Mrs. Morgan Dietrich: Tri-County FFA Advisor Mr. Tyler Dietrich: Chaperone Cameron Krumm Riley Danner Hannah Miover Brandt Molyneux Allison Steinke Natalie Steinke Attended the National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis, Indiana on Wednesday, October 19-Friday, October 21. Some of the highlights of
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Emily Roberts: Taking care of ISIS. Dhane McKay: Fixing the tax policy and how billionaires have tax exvasion. Rylie Russell: If it’s Trump, he should focus on a haircut Dayton Pace: Protecting the rights of gun owners Hope Seaton: Fixing the US debt Miah Foubert: MAKING AMERICA GREAT AGAIN Jacob Hartwig: College student debt Daman Dowd: People abusing welfare Wes Tomas: Fixing the system. All of it. The entire US government. Noah Lundy: ISIS. Jennah Thomas: Taxes Mariah Little: Illegial immigrants Reace Thomas: The debt is pretty bad. Payton Sanders: National security has some big problems. Emilee Haberling: Education Mattisen Van Patten: Everything is a mess
Field Trip to What Cheer Museum WHAT CHEER- On Wednesday, October 26 the Tri-County 7th, 8th, and 10th graders took a field trip to the What Cheer Brick Schoolhouse Museum. The museum, a former school in the Tri-County district, is home to more than just vintage school artifacts. Margie Thomas took the classes around the building, explaining how each exhibit related to the local history of the area. Many of the students enjoyed the display on the coal miners that originally made What Cheer a boom town, from mining helmets to pick axes. The museum also houses many other artifacts. There is a buggy, donated by the Striegels, an old hair-dryer that was the height of luxury in its day (pictured), and many photographs of former students. In addition, Mrs. Thomas also told the classes about the historic floods and fires that have taken place, and the impact they had on the community in general and the school in particular. Lastly, the group discussed the brand-new Freedom Rock of Keokuk County, located next to the Opera House. Eighth grader Dhane McKay enjoyed the trip. “It was pretty cool. There was a lot of interactive stuff.” Phaedra Roggentien, tenth grader, agrees. “I loved it so much! It was awesome!” Thank you to the chaperones, Mr. Thomas and Ms. Anderson, and to tour guide Margie Thomas for the wonderful opportunity.
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the trip were: 1) Toured the Fair Oaks Dairy Farm in northern Indiana 2) Helped with the National Ag Issues contest 3) Listened to Abrah Meyer, National FFA Officer from Iowa, give her retiring officer address and 4) Attended the Hunger Workshop. Mrs. Dietrich and certain members this group will give a short presentation during the Tri-County November Board meeting. On Friday, November 11, Tri-County will present the fall play “LIKE” under the direction of Mr. Vince Hrasky. This play is about a fictitious country that is divided by a physical change several hundreds of years ago. At the present time, a bridge is built and the country begins the process of becoming a united country. Quote from Director Hrasky, “Keep your Bridge close and your enemies closer”. This play will involve 40 students either as actors or as part of the set crew. The Tri-County play has been extremely successful and involves over half of our student body. There are very few schools our size that can put together this type of professional production. Please try to find time to attend and marvel at the skill of our students. In the academic arena, the first quarter of the school year is now completed. Where did the time go? Parent/Teacher conferences were held on Tuesday, October 25 and Thursday, October 27 from 3:45 pm-7:45 pm. If for some reason you were not able to attend, please call the school or instructor and arrange a time to meet. Also, continue to monitor your child(s) grade and academic progress through the Power School Information system. If unable to use this system, please call the school for additional instructions. October 28 was a no school day for students and staff. A reminder that we will finish our first semester on the last school day before we adjourn for Christmas break. This is especially important for high school students completing first semester classes and for grading purposes. The last day of the first semester is Friday, December 23. In the past couple of weeks, the Tri-County Community School District, received a monetary donation/gift from the John Ogden family and the What Cheer Lions Club. John Ogden was a very active and strong supporter for Tri-County academic success and for all activities. He donated his time and money to assist in a number of ways for many years. John passed away earlier in the month of October. We wish to extend a special thank you to Burdette Ogden and family for this generous gift. We also received a monetary donation from the What Cheer Lions Club. Andy Thomas, currently a Tri-County Junior High Core teacher and 2010 Tri-County graduate, spoke to the What Cheer Lions Club. Andy spoke about possible educational initiatives that would assist in increasing the academic success of all kids in his classes. Following his presentation, Lion Club members voted to help fund part of these initiatives. Thank you to the What Cheer Lions Club for their support and this wonderful monetary gift. The month of November is about to begin. It signals the end of fall and the beginning of winter. Days will be getting colder and weather may have an effect on how we dress and at times when school related announcements and decisions are made due of poor weather. As we start to wrap-up the harvest season, please continue to stress safety as we work to get all the crops out of the field. Also, hunting season will or has begun. Again, stress safe practices as you enjoy the various hunting seasons. I would like share another one of favorite quotes: “Treasure every moment that we have! Yesterday is Histroy Tomorrow is a Mystery Today is a Gift That’s why it’s called the Present”
TC Students Help Local Food Pantry WHAT CHEER - On Wednesday, October 26th, National Honor Society members of the Tri-County junior and senior class travelled to What Cheer to help the local food pantry. Students split into groups to unload the food truck and help families re-load their cars at the food pantry. The students served 86 families at the food truck and 72 families at the food pantry. Chaperone Kerri Tegtmeier said, “It was a great volunteer opportunity for Tri-County students. The students were very respectful of the clients served in both locations. I heard many compliments on the students’ behavior from other adults involved. Great job!” Junior Hunter Kapple feels this was a very worthwhile activity. “It was really nice that we could help a lot of local people. Everyone was really thankful and grateful.” There will be another food pantry event on November 30.
Digger Dennis D. Phelps, Shared Superintendent Tri-County CSD & Keota CSD
National FFA Convention INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - The Tri-County FFA chapter had a wonder-
ful opportunity to go and take several students from the chapter to National FFA Convention. They stopped at Fair Oaks Farm in Fair Oaks, Indiana on the way out and toured the dairy farm. They also got to see one of eleven farms they milk cattle at. They saw calves being born, a carousel milking parlor. On Thursday, half of the students attended opening session, while the other half helped with the National Ag Issues Contest as hall monitors. Thursday afternoon was spent at workshops and the expo center. On Thursday evening they went out for pizza. Friday morning they attended a session where they heard Abrah Meyers, a national officer from Iowa give her awesome retiring address. Afterwards, the students had a few more minutes at the expo center before attending a workshop on hunger, and then they headed home. The students who attended National FFA Convention were: Natalie Steinke, Brandt Molyneux, Hannah Miover, Riley Danner, Cameron Krumm, Allison Steinke, and Skyler Fisher.
Question of the Week by Ryan Daughenbaugh This week’s Question of the Week is: what do you planning on doing after high school? Going to Iowa State for engineering - Noah McCammant Planning on going to Indian Hills to be a CNA. - Mary Van Patten Nothing, probably. - Camron Lankford Finishing my welding degree - Zack Bolinger Going to college for diesel mechanics - Jarek Thompson Getting my LPN, RN, and ARNP -Tori Brackelsberg Going to school to be a Veterinarian- Bailey Davis Going to race dirtbikes. Jakeb Van Patten Mechanic - Tanner Brackelsberg
High School Football WrapUp by Sam Gragg THORNBURG-The season started off well with a win against EV. Tri-County ended up losing the next nine games with a close loss to Seymour, but continued to try hard. Tri-County had four seniors:Walter McKay, Clay Harper, Zach Bolinger, and Lane Williams. Freshman Tegon Fogle led the team in tackles. Walter McKay led the team in scoring with 70 total points. Walter McKay led the team with most rushing yards with 870 total yards along with eight touchdowns. Tegon Fogle led the team with receiving yards with 371 yards with five touchdowns. Congrats to everyone with their hardwork this season. We are looking forward to seeing what’s in store for Trojan Football next season.
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Head coach Ken Hutchinson coaching up his team during a timeout.
Tri-County Cheer front row left to right: Emma Miover, Lydia Greene, Skyler Fisher, and Mikayla Hoover Back row left to right: Natalie Steike, Sydney Gatton, Tori Brakelsberg, Allison Steinke, Abbey Hartwig, Jennifer Steen, Audeana Finch, Myrissa Garber. The Trojans are coached by Paula Kirkpatrick.
Tri-County places in competition
On October 30, coach Paula Kirkpatrick and the Tri-County Trojan cheer squad attended the Triton Challenge cheer competition at
Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge. The team competed in the 1A division as well as the small school stunt division.
Overall the team placed fifth and the stunt teams placed fourth and sixth.
Bowen, Lanphier Selected to Iowa All-Star Shrine Bowl Cheer Team By CJ Eilers News Editor Lexi Bowen of Richland, a junior, and Chelsea Lanphier of Richland, a senior, were selected to represent Pekin High School as members of the Annual All-Star Shrine Bowl Cheerleading Team. Bowen and Lanphier will be two of 60 Iowa cheerleaders to participate in the Shrine Bowl on July 29, 2017 at the UNI Dome in Cedar Falls. During the last week of July, they will attend camp to learn dances and cheers, and will participate in activities hosted by the Shriners. The Iowa Shrine Bowl is a fundraising organization and all profits from the operation are sent to the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children. The Shrine Bowl, which began in 1974, has raised more than $2.6 million to support 18 orthopedic hospitals, three burn centers, and a hospital which treats all types of needs in North America. 100 percent of the profits from the Shrine Bowl game are distributed to the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children. In their roles as Shrine Bowl Cheerleaders, Bowen and Lanphier will be responsible for raising funds to help support the mission of the Shrine Bowl. Chelsea Lanphier is the daughter of Mary Bishop, and Lexi Bowen is the daughter of Keith Bowen and Tedra Magdefrau.
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Superheros, princesses, ghosts and sports figures marched down the Hannah Miover (far left) and Allison Steinke (right) have hallways of Pekin Elementary on Fri- some fun hosting “Mummy Races” with Drew Fisher on day, Oct. 28. Thursday, Oct. 27.
Halloween creeps its way into area schools By CJ Eilers News Editor Tri-County FFA Leadership made parent teacher conferences fun for elementary students by creating crafts, games and a haunted maze down the high school hall on Thursday, Oct. 27. Kids could dress up to conferences
and then partake in spooky fun to earn treats from the high school students. Pekin Elementary let their students dress up for Halloween a few days early on Friday, October 28. Parents and family had plenty of photo opportunities as the students were paraded
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we would compete on the night. One of our areas we struggled with this year was serve receiving, and they are very strong servers. We started the first set in a 9-0 hole because of our struggles receiving their serves; we just couldn’t pass their serve in an area that would allow us to run offense. In the second set however we passed off their serves much better. The first half of the second set was anyone’s game, trading points off kills until half way through the set. After that, they had all the momentum. They started the third set with solid serving and again we struggled to pass.” Pekin finishes the season at 12-18 overall, obviously a fall off from their 23-6 mark last season, but they are a very young team. They lose Aspen Clark, Gabi Rutherford, Hazel Ward and Kaitlyn Conger, but return a majority of their starting rotation back next year. The nucleus of this team is very much intact with strong junior contributions this season from Kennedy Coleman, Maci Gambell, Whitney Johnson and Faith Oostra, as well as Deanna and Paige Winn. The Panthers also saw great time and stats from Haley Gambell and Ellie Ledger, who are both sophomores and returning as well next season. Coach Hutchinson’s team will see much more success with preparation and hard work in the off-season this year and should reap the benefits in the future.
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Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor MEDIAPOLIS- Pekin’s season ended on Thursday, Oct. 27 against Mediapolis (Mepo). Mepo used hard accurately placed serves to really throw off the Panthers throughout, and ultimately Mepo used that aggression to help beat Pekin. Pekin had some success in set number two and was able to hang close for a stretch, but ended up falling 15-25. Mepo took three straight sets, and Pekin’s season ends against a tough Mepo squad in a rough Regional matchup. Maci Gambell had five kills and 14 digs for the Panthers, while Haley Gambell had three kills, six assists, and nine digs. Whitney Johnson led the Panthers in digs with 15, and Faith Oostra added three kills and one block to her season total. Pekin fell 25-10 in the first set, and 15-25 in the second. The third set things just never seemed to come together, and Mepo rolled with the momentum that they had built to a 25-7 victory. Despite the final outcome and the Panther’s overall record, there have been a lot of great things done by these girls, and lots of experience and talent will be returning next season to help build off this year. Head coach Ken Hutchinson said the following regarding his teams performance on Thursday; “We knew Mepo would be a tough obstacle to overcome; however, we felt that if we could pass off their serve then
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S Tanner Lundy helps out with crafts at an Pekin Elementary students lined up in the gym to have Tri-County FFA sponsored fun night during their picture taken. conferences on Thursday, October 27.
Faith Oostra sets up a spike, teammates Paige Winn, Maci Gambell, Haley Gambell and Ellie Ledger pictured.
Pekin’s Kaitlyn Conger goes for the kill attempt vs Mediapolis, teammates Kennedy Coleman and Haley Gambell look on.
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Coach Andy Harter proud of his Sigourney XC squad Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor SIGOURNEY- Head varsity cross country coach Andy Harter had a lot to say about his team, and in particular the group of Seniors that the Savage cross country team will be saying goodbye to. Andy first talked about his team’s performance at Districts and almost qualifying on the boys level; “Anytime you win a couple of meets, one of which was a conference championship, you can’t really say it was anything but a good year. Did districts turn out how we wanted? No. We were hoping to get someone to Ft. Dodge. That is the next step for the program the foundation is built we just have to build another floor.” When asked about the runners returning next season Andy Harter replied, “We have a solid nucleus coming back on both the girls and boys side. I expect big things from Tommy Stout and the boys next year ,and he does too, so we will rely on his leadership. On the girls side Summer Barthelman and Paige Thompson will lead us, we will just need to fill in with some more numbers.” Andy was very proud of his seniors, and had good things to say about each and every one of them. First he spoke about the girls; “Jetta Bell was out in Junior High and then took a few years off she came back this year and did nothing but improve, she became an integral part of our team. Abby Danowsky may not have had the fastest times but she brought loads of enthusiasm to the team. Sarina Gretter ran all four years of High School, her times weren’t exactly where she wanted them to be, but her leadership was her biggest contribution to the team. Megan Montgomery was out all four years and was a major contributor. Continuing about his senior boy runners Harter said the following; “Eric Meiners improved dramatically over his career shedding minutes off his times; through hard work he turned himself into a solid performer. Aaron Michel came out late in his High School career, but I’m glad he did. He’s just a great kid, and works hard in the classroom and on the course. Will Flanegin was a very solid runner all four years. He had the goal of winning conference and because of his effort we achieved that goal. Tyler Crawford started off with a very successful Junior High career, and parlayed that into a successful High School career. He has definitely played a role in the renaissance of the program.” Terrific season for the Savages as they look to take that next step in next season’s cross country campaign. Their Head coach had a whole lot to be proud of, as did the families of these runners.
Will Magill had a big interception before being forced to Despite the score, head coach Jared Jensen kept coaching watch the rest of the Cobras Carson Crawford and company found it tough sledding to run hard throughout, here with Tanner Bos (51) and others at atten- game with a head injury, this shot says it all for SK on Friday. tion late in the fourth quarter. on PC’s stout defense on Friday night.
SK’s season comes to an end in State playoff matchup against PC Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor PELLA- The Cobras had a terrific run this season going 8-1 before meeting up with Pella Christian on Friday, Oct. 28. PC’s senior quarterback David Kacmarynski and wideout Levi Jungling were too much in the second half for SK to handle. The Cobras ultimately fell 49-0 in the first round of the 1A State playoffs. SK ends their season with an impressive 8-2 mark and a second place finish in their district. The Cobras only two losses this season have come at the hands of the number one ranked team, Regina, and the second ranked team, PC, in 1A this season. The Cobras ended the regular season ranked number nine giving them their first top ten finish since Coach Jensen took over at the helm. Their eight wins mark a new high in the Jared Jensen coaching era. To say these past two seasons have been huge as far as restoring a winning tradition for Sigourney-Keota would be an understatement. The Cobras are 14-6 over these last two seasons, with two playoff appearances. SK will lose nine seniors from this year’s squad, but return a lot of key players next season to help build off their stellar performance all football season this year. PC had about double the number of players that the Cobras did dressing, and they also had some big boys up front to help their offense rack up over 200 yards on the ground. They also pass protected very well keeping Kacmarynski upright in the pocket. Talking about the PC defense Jared Jensen was impressed with the Cobras opponents’ prowess, “Well they did a very good job of getting people to the ball carriers. They were very big upfront and we were unable to always control the line of scrimmage. We did a great job confusing their linebackers early in the game, but nine guys in the box it seemed that someone was always in the right position to make a play and they didn’t miss tackles.” The Cobras defense played very well in the first half and Head coach Jensen was able to point out some key
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SK seniors: Alec Schuster, Ben Appleget, Avery Moore, Cian Borra, Noah Boender, Noah Reeves, Tanner Bos and Cooper Greiner with their State qualifying award. players despite the lopsided score, “I think that there were a few guys that stood out on defense even though we gave up a lot of points. Noah Boender did a great job playing the sweep with Jungling. He strung out a lot of jet plays that PC was very successful at this year. Will Magill was having a heck of a game before he got a concussion right before half. Did a good job in coverage and had a big interception on a deep fade.” When asked about what his team could take away from a loss such as this Jensen replied, “ I think we can learn that you have to show up and play your best mistake free football every down in the playoffs. That is how you have to play if you want to
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keep playing. We played our hearts out, but had some mistakes that cost us big plays. I think conditioning was a big part of Pella Christian’s success because of their success in numbers and ability to play most of their guys one way. We were in very good shape but just got worn down in the second half due to so many players playing both ways.” Jensen was very proud of the season as a whole and had a whole lot to say about his team and their success over the course of the year, “They truly brought back SK football. They did it by leadership, accountability, and friendship. They just wanted to win at all cost. We are very proud of how the guys handled the success
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time State qualifier. He projects to be a 157 pounder at Iowa next season. Big things are expected from Axmear this season, and Bears fans are pumped for him to make a run at becoming a State champion in his senior season. Axmear is ranked #36 in 1A Wrestle’s preseason Fab 50 rankings. He looks to continue his excellent success next season for the Hawkeyes and help what has been one of the most storied programs in Collegiate wrestling history get back to the top.
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they had. They did not get complacent and continued to want to grow as players and a team each and every day we stepped out on the practice field. I am proud of everyone involved in this program. Going 8-2 is nothing to hold your head down about. The two losses came at the hands of the #1 and #2 teams in class 1A. This was the best season we have had since 2010 and it was because of their continued dedication to success. They brought back a trophy that no one can ever take away from them. I am honored to be able to coach these fine young men.” Jensen was asked what his team needed to do this off season to prepare to make another successful run, and deeper, to next years playoffs. He said the following regarding what the players need to do in the off-season; “I think that first and foremost our weight room numbers are going to be the springboard for our success next season. Our weight room numbers were good this summer, but three months of weights and agility will not cut it if you want to be successful past the first round of the playoffs. It gives you an edge in any sport, and strength is not something that you can coach them up on. It takes dedication to consistently lift in-season and offseason, but good programs are successful because of this commitment. I think this was evident in our physicality this season and a fairly injury free campaign. Lifting makes you physically stronger to help with injury prevention and makes you much more mentally tough than anything else
can. Bing mentally tough and strong equals a pretty good athletic team.” Of course SK will lose several key seniors and Jensen is already missing these guys and what they meant to this program. When talking about his senior football players Jensen said the following; “This senior class has meant a lot to this program. They completely bought in and truly took to heart that this is going to be their last season playing football. There was great leadership within this group. Not all of them were vocal leaders, but a lot of them did things the right way, as hard as they could, and were coachable. They did a great job leading by example and taking the younger guys under their wing within each position group. Your team lives and dies by how your seniors respond to coaching and these guys were tuned in and ready to learn to put themselves in the best position to be successful. We return some really good players and have to continue the tradition that all of the former SK players have laid out for us. There are some big shoes to fill losing some really talented seniors and it will take hard work and dedication from this point forward. There are some good upperclassmen coming back and some talented underclassmen that will be competing for Varsity time. The auditions are open. What are you willing to do from this point forward to give yourself the best opportunity to be a Varsity starter or roll player? That is what the returners need to ask themselves.”
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Pekin Boys Cross Country team For Finishing runner-up and girls Cross Country team For Finishing third overall at state!
Both teams: Back row- Davis Eidhal, Malcolm Myers, Isaiah Wittrock, Sam Roth, Ryan Millikin, Colten Glosser, Nate Kielkopf, Cameron Little and Sarah Wright. Front row- Kelly Myers, Mackenzie Martin, Shea Dahlstrom, Zoey Wright, Emilee Linder, Hunter Lock and Remi Duwa.
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Ryan Millikin and Malcolm Myers side by side early on in the race, much as they were all season (Kristi Nixon - The boys celebrating their runner-up finish in State. Hampton Chronicle) Kristi Nixon - Hampton Chronicle)
Pekin boys take second place at 1A State cross country meet Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor FORT DODGE- The Pekin Panthers boys cross country team finished second at the State Meet at Fort Dodge’s Lakeside Golf Course on Saturday, Oct. 29. They fell just short of Nodaway Valley for first place as a team. They were only 56 points shy of N.V. and less than two minutes behind. Overall Pekin finished with a time of 1:27:11.4. In team scoring Ryan Millikin was once again very impressive, finishing second overall and fourth with individual runners added in. Millikin ran a time of 16:47, just 6 seconds behind Shane Breheny of Nodaway Valley, who finished first out of state team runners, and third overall with individual nonState qualifiers added in. Malcolm Myers took seventh out of the team runners with a time of 16:59, only 12 seconds behind his teammate. These two seniors have been absolutely magnificent this season and
Pekin’s Colton Glosser ran well at State (Photo by (Kristi Nixon - Hampton Chronicle) both finish in the top ten with great times for the Panthers. The youngster Colton Glosser followed up his teammates with a 17th place finish out of team qualifying runners. Glosser ran a 17:36 and with his first State appearance meet
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shows excellent promise for the future with his performance. Isaiah Wittrock will return next season as well, he finished 31st with a time of 17:52, another very good finish for the Panthers. Another returning runner, Sam Roth, took 35th with a time of 17:56. Another senior Cameron Little finished out his career with a 66th place finished with a time of 18:47. Nate Kielkopf, another senior, took 73rd with a time of 19:01. Head coach Davis Eidahl had the following to say about his teams’ performance at State; “Everyone came to run and they were well prepared. Boys have good senior leadership. Only three girls ran had varsity experience. Remi Duwa and Emilee Linder, as freshmen, stepped up and beat girls that beat them at districts. How can you not run well, when you had over 300 fans, administrators, board members and parents there to watch? Ryan Millikin, Malcolm Myers, Nate Kielkopf, Shea Dahlstrom ran at the state meet all four years. These seniors provided great leadership throughout the year.” The Panthers excellent season comes to an end just shy of a State championship, but an incredible run from a very talented group of youngsters who have been absolutely phenomenal all season long.
Pekin’s Zoey Wright and Kelly Myers. Kristi Nixon - Hampton Chronicle)
The Pekin girls celebrate their third place finish at State (Kristi Nixon - Hampton Chronicle)
Pekin girls place third at State cross country meet
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor FORT DODGE- The Pekin Panthers girls cross country team had another terrific showing at the State cross country meet, placing third place behind only Hudson and the 1A State champion Central, Elkader. Their mix of experience and youth have been a key that has helped propel the Panthers into being one of the best 1A cross country girls teams all season long. The girls finishes with the individual runners factored out, and only team qualified runners factored in, were as follows; Remi Duwa ran magnificent in her first State meet finishing sixth out of team qualified runners. Shea Dahlstom was 16th, Emilee Linder finished 24th. Zoey Wright took 37th, Kelly Myers was close behind, finishing 41st. Hunter Lock took 55th place and Mackenzie Martin, the other Senior runner besides Dahlstrom they will be losing, finished in 74th amongst qualifying team runners. As a team the girls finished with an overall time of 1:46:52.4, a mere half minute behind second place Hudson. Pekin edged out Marquette Catholic, who took fourth place, by a little over
Pekin’s Remi Duwa also ran very well at State for the Panthers. Kristi Nixon - Hampton Chronicle) 50 seconds. Central, Elkador had no troubles for the most part with five runners in the top 21 without individual runners factored in, but Pekin really left their mark once again. This was the ninth straight season that the Pekin girls placed and were present at the podium for a trophy. The Panthers have been a real staple
in the State meet for the past decade or so. Overall freshman Remi Duwa took 13th with a time of 20:26, showing the bright future of Pekin cross country and why they seem to never rebuild. Shea Dahlstom took 30th overall with a time of 20:57; she finishes off a very successful Pekin cross country career with her performance. Emilee Linder, another freshman, took 47th, clocking in at 21:18, and also putting the future of Pekin girls cross country on full display. Sophomore Zoey Wright was very good as well taking 69th with a time of 21:59, and sophomore Kelly Myers took 76th with a time of 22:10. Senior Mackenzie Martin came in 115th with a time of 23:47. Another great running from the Pekin girls and for the better part of a decade they have been a steady name in the State meet. Their magnificent success is due in large part to the high bar they set as a team each season, and their expectations to be one of the top schools in 1A. A good cross country campaign once again for the Pekin girls as they return a lot of experience next year, and look to once again factor into the State championship conversation.
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