Thursday, October 3, 2013 Volume 148 • Number 40
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Thorne wins Week 4 Football Contest Two entries had perfect games on this week’s football contest - David Thorne and Ryan Mittelstadt, both of Allison. Determined by the tie-breaker, David was declared the Week 4 winner with Ryan 2nd. Thorne will receive the $35 in football bucks and Ryan $15 in football bucks which can be spent like cash at any of the locations listed on the football contest pages. There were several entries missing only 2 or 3 games this week. Three games were eliminated from the contest due to an error on our online subscriptions. Check inside for this week’s featured games and submit your picks for a chance to win!
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Clarksville After Prom Color Run/Walk The Clarksville After Prom committee and CHS juniors are sponsoring a Color Run/Walk on Saturday, October 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m. It will be a 5K run/walk in which you will be doused with colored powder at several stations throughout the run, and will be held in Heery Woods State Park, Clarksville. The run will begin at the 2nd shelter house. Entry forms are available on the Clarksville school website www. clarksville.k12.ia.us, with an entry fee of $20 (includes t-shirt if you pre-register by October 9). For more information, contact Julie Becker at 319-278-4695. Registration forms may be mailed to Julie at 411 E. Poisal Street, Clarksville, IA 50619.
Four candidates are running for two openings on the City of Clarksville Council this year. Both Diane Renning and Cathy Cumming run as the incumbents, while Travis Sterken and Doug Teeple will be on the ballot for Election Day, on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The two council members elected will serve terms of four years.
Also, incumbent David Kelm is the lone candidate on the ballot for mayor, as he runs for his fourth consecutive term. Look for Renning in next week’s newspaper. Listed are seven questions the Star came up with to ask the candidates, along with their responses.
October is here April Uhlenhopp began her collection of a crow and scarecrows five years ago, with the girl scarecrow [right] as one of the first with it’s once orange nose gone due to years of use. The other scarecrow [back] is the newest member of the clan. The scarecrow furthest east always is blown to face east, the opposite sides of the other three. (Pat Racette Photos)
Doug Teeple Why are you running? The City needs a change and fresh ideals for the young and old of Clarksville. What experience do you have? My experience is minimal, but that’s where a fresh new person comes in with new hopes and ideals. continued on page 18
Travis Sterken Why are you running? I have lived in Clarksville nearly 10 years, and have lived in Butler County my whole life. I see many great things about Clarksville, and am proud to call it home. I also see where there is room for improvement, and am excited to be able to have a voice as the town continues to make progress. continued on page 18
Clarksville AMVETS Fish Fry Saturday Donations accepted for Washington DC trip The Clarksville AMVETS will be holding their annual fish fry on Saturday, October 5, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, Main Street, Clarksville. The all you can eat fish is served with baked potato, baked beans, coleslaw and drinks. Adults are $8.00, children $4.00 and kids under 5 eat free. At the Fish Fry the Amvets will have a place to make donations for the Clarksville students going to Washington D.C. next summer. That educational trip of visiting historical and cultural landmarks is one these students will long remember. The Clarksville Amvets will match dollar for dollar the total donations put in the container up to $500.00. Lets support Mr. Arians, our history//government teacher and his students.
Free Camping At Wilder Park October 4 & 5
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Two Challenge Council Incumbents
Clarksville Garage Sales sign up ends Friday Sign up continues until Friday, October 4, at the Clarksville Star office for the fall Clarksville city-wide garage sales set for Saturday, October 12. Stop in at the Star office by Friday, October 4, to be included on the map. Cost is $5/per sale and helps with the advertising expense in area newspapers.
Cathy Cummings David Kelm Why are you running? I have been the Mayor for the last six years, and was going to step down. But with no interested person to run for that position, I thought I had to step up and run one more time. I feel the City needs good leadership. continued on page 18
Why are you running? I believe that Clarksville is a great little town and a wonderful place to live. Clarksville is a great place to raise a family. I want to see the town continue to grow and remain safe for all of our citizens. continued on page 18 See more of the candidates answers on page 18.
Unhealthy trees taken down on W. Greene A couple of the unhealthy trees came down on the 500 block on West Greene Street Friday. City Maintenance Superintendent Matt Kampman picked up the debris that covered the street and yards. (Pat Racette Photo)
Ammunition plant ready to open Steel Ridge Ammunition plans to have three shifts running by sixth week
In appreciation to the many campers who camped at Wilder Park this season, the Allison Park Board is sponsoring free camping at Wilder Park on Friday and Saturday, October 4 and 5. Existing reservations will be honored. No further reservations will be taken. Remaining camp sites will be on a “first come--first serve” bases. The Park Board and Wilder Days Committee are sponsoring a Harvest Moon Festival on Saturday, October 5 which will include a Lions Omelet Breakfast from 7:00-10:00 a.m. and games for children from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
By Pat Racette Steel Ridge Ammunition, the latest addition to the Industrial Park in Allison, is slated to open its doors Monday, Oct. 14. The 6,000 square-foot facility, about one-fifth the size of a football field, began construction in June, before adding the cement padded flooring last week. Electricians and plumbers are working this week to finish the interior, while equipment is to be installed next week. Troy Collins of Waverly, the overseer of the project, envisioned the ammunition-manufacturing plant about five years ago. The idea stemmed when market conditions showed a huge demand for ammo, but not enough supply.
Allison Lions to serve Omelet Breakfast The Allison Lions Club will serve an Omelet Breakfast during Harvest Moon Festival from 7:00—10:00 a.m., on Saturday, October 5, at Wilder Park, Allison.
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Steel Ridge Ammunition, the latest business to join Allison’s Industrial Park, is slated to open Monday, Oct. 14. (Pat Racette Photo)
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