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Union County to crown 50th fair queen

By SARAH BROWN

CNA staff reporter sbrown@crestonnews.com

Since 1965, hundreds of young women from around Union County have vied for the title of Union County Fair Queen. On Saturday, the fair board will crown its 50th.

Francine Ide, Union County queen coordinator and 2001 Union County Fair Queen, said she has attempted to invite all 49 Union County Fair queens back for this landmark occasion. While many are coming back, others were difficult to reach. However, Ide said she was happy to learn Union County’s first fair queen has returned to the area.

The first Union County Fair Queen of 1965 Bonnie Riepe of Arispe was 19 years old at the time of her reign and had one year at Drake University where she majored in elementary education.

Riepe, who grew up in rural Arispe and now lives back on her family’s farm, said she was a little surprised when she won.

“It was an experience that has become a memory for all of these 49 years,” said Riepe.

Aside from winning a sash, crown and a bouquet of flowers, Riepe also received a $25 series E savings bond.

“It matured after 30 years and was worth quite a bit of money then,” Riepe said.

Riepe, an East Union graduate, was chosen for a combination of community service and extra- curricular activities. In her formative years, she was involved in Sand Creek Joyous Jollyettes 4-H club, girlscouts, a cheerleader, a vocalist and a flutist for her school band. At Arispe Methodist Church, she played the organ and served as a Sunday school and bible school teacher.

“Music was probably my biggest activity,” Riepe said.

After winning the 1965 Union County Fair Queen title, Riepe went on to compete for Iowa State Fair Queen, where she sang, “Without a Song” by Vincent Youmans, Billy Rose and Edward Eliscu for the

Queen candidates for the 2014 Union County Fair include front row, from left: Taylor Rice, Kanzaidy Frank, Cooper Bailey, Maddie Travis. Back, Nicole Haley, Sarah Waigand, Catelin Haight and Charlene Watkin.

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Bonnie Riepe of Arispe poses for a photo after winning the title of Union County’s first fair queen in 1965. Riepe will attend the crowning of Union County’s 50th fair queen Saturday.

talent portion of the competition.In her senior year of high school, Riepe was chosen for all-state vocal competition and went to district contests with solos and duets.

After graduating from Drake in 1968, Riepe accepted her first teaching position in Denver, Colo. and later taught in Des Moines at Meredith Junior High School. With her husband, a fellow musician, she toured Virginia, the southeast and into Texas with his band.

She briefly moved to Creston, where she opened New World Music and moved the operation to Davenport.

Riepe has worked for the AEA and started working as a teacher’s aid at East Union Preschool in 1995. She is currently a bookkeeper for her family farm, James E. Riepe, Inc., which is farmed by Ken and David Cheers.

Riepe is secretary or treasurer of a few organizations — Daughters of the American Revolution, Arispe Development Corporation, Grove Chapel Cemetery Association and Arispe Women’s Christian Fellowship.

History Ide said the Iowa State

Fair held their first state fair queen contest in 1964.

“Union County was one of the first to join in (with a county competition) in 1965,” Ide said.

In 1965, Riepe competed against 22 girls at the Iowa State Fair. Last year, 2013 Union County Fair Queen Sydney Weis competed against 101 contestants.

When asked what makes the best fair queen, Riepe said a well-rounded girl.

“In general, a girl that’s involved in a lot of activities and does things to benefit her community,” Riepe said.

“Also, an outgoing personality and a beautiful smile.

That is important.”

Riepe said it was “just a hoot” to meet all of the girls from other counties and is still acquainted with the women who competed with her locally.

“It was a privilege to represent Union County,” she said.

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Sydney Weis, Union County Fair Queen of 2013 will crown the 50th Union County Fair Queen 6 p.m.

Saturday at Union County Fairgrounds, commercial building.

CNA photo by SARAH BROWN

Donning a purple gown, Haley Gross, 16, of Stuart, left, is named 2014 Adair County Fair Queen Wednesday. Also pictured is first runner up, Shelby Soper, 16, of Adair.

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Profiles: This year’s queen candidates Cooper Bailey, 18 Creston Daughter of Greg and Mindy Bailey Sponsor: Family Shoe Store (Creston) Member of the Douglas Boosters 4-H Club and Union County 4-H Youth Council.

Graduated this May from Lenox High School. Participated in Creston FFA, Lenox FFA, Student Council, volleyball, softball, track, and basketball manager.

Community Service/Activities: AmeriCorps, Iowa Junior Beef Breeds Association officer, FFA Community Garden, Open Table, Meals for the Heartland, Bicycle Safety, Trees Forever, Red Ribbon Drug Week, Santa Can/Santa’s Toy Box, American Red Cross, Union County 4-H Beef Committee, and Cromwell Church youth group.

Hobbies: Exhibiting cattle, spending time with family and friends, singing and playing softball.

Future plans: Attend Northwest Missouri State University majoring in Animal Science and Genetics with a minor in Ag Business.

Kanzaidy Frank, 18 Creston Daughter of Robert and Wendy Pringle Sponsor: Travis Crop Insurance (Creston) Previous member of the Highland Highlights, Horse & Riders and Wiggles & Wags 4-H Clubs.

Graduated May 2013 from Creston High School and is attending Southwestern Community College. Participated FFA, National Honor Society, cross country, basketball, track, soccer, softball and football. Currently a member of Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society.

Community Service/Activities: Adopt-A-Highway, Project Helping Hands, Trees Forever, Santa Can/Santa’s Toy Box, nursing home visits, Crest Baptist Church youth member and provided horseback riding for handicapped residents.

Hobbies: Ride and train horses, give riding lessons to local youth.

Future plans: Continue at Southwestern Community College and transfer to Iowa State University to pursue a degree in Veterinary Medicine.

Catelin Haight, 18 Ellston Daughter of Steven and Linda Haight Sponsor: Sand Creek Pioneers 4-H Club Member of the Sand Creek Pioneers 4-H Club and Union County 4-H Youth Council.

Graduated this May from East Union High School. Participated in vocal music, show choir, speech, Student Council, National Honor Society, FCCLA, class officer, theater, Spanish Club, Vocational Education Department committee, volleyball, track, Homecoming Queen and state finalist for America’s Homecoming Queen Contest.

Community Service/Activities: Arispe United Methodist Church member, dance and Youth Answering the Call of the Community.

Hobbies: Exercising, reading, writing, singing, dancing and drawing.

Future plans: Attend Northwestern College with a possible major in business emphasizing in marketing and graphic design while participating in theater productions and missions projects.

Nicole Haley, 17 Creston Daughter of Traci and the late Greg Haley Sponsor: B.E.S.T. Auction Services, Tom Bradley Member of the Creston FFA Chapter.

Upcoming senior at Creston High School. Participated in volleyball, track, softball, basketball, FFA, National Honor Society, Student Government, Educational Talent Search, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Environmental and Spatial Technology (EAST) and one-act plays.

Community Service/Activities: Relay for Life, American Red Cross, Bicycle Safety, FFA Community Garden, Trees Forever, Project Helping Hands, Adopt-A-Family, Santa Can/ Santa’s Toy Box, Knights of Columbus Christmas Basket Delivery and Holy Spirit Parish Youth Group.

Hobbies: Playing sports, spending time with family and friends, reading, painting, photography and camping.

Future plans: Following high

school graduation, attend nursing school to receive a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and pursue a master’s degree to become a pediatric Nurse Practitioner.

Taylor Rice, 17 Corning Daughter of Michelle Rice Sponsor: Creston FFA Chapter Member of the Creston FFA Chapter.

Graduated this May from Creston High School. Participated in Creston FFA, CHS Publications Staff (Editor), Winter Guard, Color Guard, symphonic band, Southwest Iowa Honor Marching Band and National Honor Society.

Community Service/Activities: Make Creston Green, FFA Community Garden, Bicycle Safety Program and Farm Safety Program.

Hobbies: Fishing, golfing, hiking, Zumba, water Zumba and travel.

Future plans: Attend Iowa State University majoring in Ag Business with an intent to minor in International Agriculture.

Maddie Travis, 16 Creston Daughter of Jamie and Megan Travis Sponsor: Travis Crop Insurance (Creston) Member of the Horse & Riders 4-H Club.

Upcoming junior at Creston High School. Participated in FFA, varsity football cheerleading, varsity basketball cheerleading, varsity soccer, theater, vocal choir and Varsity Singers.

Community Service/Activities: Barrel racing, national anthem singer, Youth Answering the Call of the Community (YACC), First Baptist Church Youth Group and choir member, vacation bible school volunteer and Missions/Wilderness Trip.

Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, riding horses, playing soccer, singing and working on the farm with family.

Future plans: Following high school graduation, attend a four year college to study journalism.

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Deaths John R. ‘Jack’ Carlson Creston

Graveside services for John R. “Jack” Carlson will be Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 2:00 PM at Graceland Cemetery in Creston.

Rev. Jim Morris, of- Carlson ficiating.

There will be no viewing.

Memorials may be given to the Creston Animal Rescue Effort or Wounded Warrior Project (PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS, 66675). Online condolences may be left at www.pearsonfuneralhomes. com. Pearson Family Funeral Service of Creston is in charge of arrangements.

John R. “Jack” Carlson, son of Nell and John Carlson, Sr. was born May 18, 1923 in Creston. Jack died Wednesday, July 16, 2014 at HCI Hospice Home in Creston at the age of 91 years. He graduated from Creston High School in 1941. Jack joined the US Army Air Forces in June 1942 and saw active service in WWII, including spending 17 days on a raft in the Southwest Pacific before being picked up by Navy PBY in submarine patrol. He

Carol Kramer Orient

Carol Kramer, 75, of Orient died July 15, 2014, at Clearview Nursing Home in Clearfield.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, Kramer July 19, at Orient United Methodist Church. The Rev. Cathy Nutting will officiate. Burial will be in Hill of Zion Cemetery, rural Orient. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Friday with family present 6 to 8 p.m. at Steen Funeral Home, 101 S.E. Fourth St., Greenfield. Memorials may be given to the Carol Kramer memorial fund to be established by the family at a later date. Online condolences may be left at www. steenfunerals.com.

Carol Joyce Antisdel, daughter of Georgia (Bennett) and Claude Antisdel, was born Oct. 9, 1938, in rural Richland.

Carol attended school in Richland and graduated in 1956.

After graduation, she stayed with her parents to help on the family farm

received two air medals and oak leaf clusters from General X.T. Prentiss.

Jack married Dorothy Toland in Des Moines on February 14, 1948. He worked for the railroad for 11 years and then the US Postal Service until his retirement in 1983. Jack and Dorothy spent many enjoyable years backpacking and camping in the US and Canada as well as spending winters in Mesa, AZ during the Cubs spring training. Jack was an avid fisherman and dipped his net into the many streams of the West, Canada, and Alaska.

Jack was a member of the United Methodist Church, American Legion, BPO Elks Lodge #605, Masons, and the Gold Fish Club (an association for people who have jumped by parachute from an aircraft into the water or whose aircraft crashed in the water). He taught swimming lessons, Sunday school, and was a member of the Water Safety Board.

Jack is survived by his wife, Dorothy Carlson, of Creston, Iowa, daughter Martha “Marti” (husband Mike) of Oakland, CA, daughter Linnea Carlson of Berthoud, CO, and granddaughter Claire Carlson Jones of Portland, OR. Jack was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Richard Anderson. near Richland for a year.

Carol then moved to Des Moines and worked in the mail room for Bell Telephone.

On March 9, 1958, Carol married Arden Kramer and resided on the farm in rural Orient (Zion) area.

Carol worked alongside of Arden on the farm.

Carol was a member of Hill of Zion Church and active in the Zion Evening Circle.

Carol was diagnosed with Parkinson’s several years ago. During the past year, Carol spent time at Prairie View Assisted Living in Creston and at Clearview Home in Clearfield.

Carol is survived by her husband Arden Kramer of Orient; children, Michelle and Curt Downing, Melinda and Doug Skellenger, Michael Kramer, Monty and Sherri Kramer, Melody and Jeff Murphy, Meg and Brian Haines, all of Orient area; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Matthew and Sheryl Downing, Mikaela, Chasse and Chloe,

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5 years ago With a waiting list of more than 20 students for dorm living arrangements going into the fall of 2009, Southwestern Community College officials made plans to construct a new facility. According to Matt Thompson, dean of student services, continued enrollment gains and more interest among students for on-campus housing created the waiting list. In fall of 2008, there were 116 students living in residence halls, while capacity was listed at 112. In some cases, three students lived in rooms designed for two.

Iowa Lt. Gov. Patty Judge stopped in Creston as part of “Travel Iowa ‘09,” a 67stop tour designed to high-

Leslie Jackson Corning Leslie Jackson, 86, of Corning died July 14, 2014, at Mercy Hospital Jackson in Des Moines.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 19, at Pearson Family Funeral Service, 701 Seventh St., Corning. Interment will be in Prairie Rose Cemetery south of Corning. Open visitation will be 2 to 8 p.m. Friday with family present 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Rose Ann Auxiliary, Prairie Rose

light some of Iowa’s unique and affordable attractions.

Judge visited the restored Creston Depot, where Union County Historical Society member Jane Briley gave her a tour.

10 years ago Dennis Kuyper, blood drive coordinator at Creston High School, was named Volunteer of the Year by American Red Cross Midwest Region Blood Service.

He was responsible for at least 3,000 pints of blood donated in Creston over 20 years, and recruited 70 to 80 students twice a year to donate.

The health career academy was launched at Southwestern Community College allowing Creston and Cemetery and/or Corning Volunteer Fire Department.

Online condolences may be left at www.pearsonfuneralhomes.com.

Leslie Orval Jackson, son of Myra (Plants) and Chester Jackson, was born Aug. 18, 1927, in Adams County.

He grew up on the family farm, attended Jasper No. 6 Country School through eighth grade and then graduated from Corning High school in 1945.

Leslie entered the Army in 1946 and served 18 months in the Army post office during the occupation of Japan.

Upon the completion of his Army days, Leslie married Mary Lou Corbin on Aug. 24, 1947, and settled on a farm in rural Adams County.

He continued farming for the next 60 years.

Leslie was an active

Orient-Macksburg high school students the opportunity to begin training in the medical field before entering college. Classes offered included pharmacology, medical terminology, EMT training and introduction to computer sciences.

In the month of July, starlings took over the North Cherry Street neighborhood. Bill Johnson, Creston animal control officer, used two different methods to try to help residents rid of the birds. First, an exploder, a device that sets off a cannon-like sound every few minutes. Second, he ordered a screeching tape from Department of Natural Resources that sounded

like a cat killing a starling.

When these methods didn’t work, some residents resorted to their own methods like clapping two boards together.

In July 1954, the city, residents and KSIB Radio worked together to get rid of the starlings. It was decided to play a recording of a captured starling at a specific time every night to drive the starlings away.

When this method wasn’t immediately effective, the city equipped two vehicles with a higher frequency recording, drove around town and simultaneously played the recording on KSIB. This moved the starlings from tree to tree but did not drive them completely away.

member of Fairview Church of Christ from birth until it closed in 2008. He served on numerous boards, which included the REC, the Fairview Church and the Prairie Rose Cemetery.

Additionally, he was a 4-H leader for Jasper Specialists Club, a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge, a Shriner and a member of Eastern Star.

Leslie is survived by his wife Mary Lou; children, Leslie (Florence) Jackson Jr. of Lino Lakes, Minn., Sharon (John) Garvey of Van Meter, Patricia (Russ) Dempster of Ankeny and Pamela (Paul) Wolfe of Phoenix, Ariz.; grandchildren, Todd (Liz) Jackson, Becky (Scott) Sonmore, Brenna Garvey, Brann (Keegan) Garvey, Peter (Sarah)

Gumina, Abby Gumina, Jeremiah Wolfe and Zachariah Wolfe; stepgrandchildren, Ryan (Samantha) Dempster and Derek Dempster; greatgranchildren, Cassady and Teegan Jackson, Derek and Dylan Sonmore, Leo and Luca Gumina, Corbin Garvey and Natalie and Layla Dempster; siblings, Reldon (Sue) Jackson, Doris Swartz and Dale Jackson; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Leslie was preceded in death by his parents; parentsin-law, Lester and Myrtle Corbin; sister and brotherin-law, Margaret and Robert Hanna; brother-in-law Max Swartz; sister-and brotherin-law, Marie and Leonard Perdew; brother- and sister-in-law, Joy and Freda Corbin.

20 years ago

Adam and Heather Down- ents-in-law, A.C. and Anna sister Colleen Johnson; gan Justice Skellenger; and ing, Brett Skellenger, Max- Kramer; granddaughter brother Doug Antisdel; brothers-in-law, Bill Harry well and Grant, Katie and Cassie Christina Kramer; granddaughter-in-law Me- and Marvin Johnson.

Brian Coen, Jack, Charlie and Addie, Beau Skellenger, Jennifer and Nathan Katzer and Gavin, Bradley and Becky Kramer, Aubrey and Cooper, Shelby and Reece Kramer, Alexx, Hannah and Abbey Murphy, Maddison, McClain and McCoy Haines; sisters, Betty (husband Bob) Craig of Cedar Rapids, Shirley Harry of Orient and Twila (husband Winston) Kingery of Orient; other relatives and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; par-

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Al-Anon, 7:30 p.m., Crossroads Mental Health Center, 1003 Cottonwood Road.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) open meeting, 7:30 p.m., St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 107 W. Howard St. CW Club, noon, congregate meal site, restored Creston Depot.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) brown baggers, noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. No smoking.

Southwest Iowa Dancers, 6 to 9 p.m., Tingley, featuring Jimmy Georges’ Band, with a potluck.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 12 by 12 study, 7 to 8 p.m., United Church of Christ, 501 W. Montgomery St. Use east door.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA), 8 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 7:30 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 7:30 p.m. open beginners meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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Union County Board of Supervisors, 9 a.m., Union County Courthouse boardroom.

Creston Rotary Club, noon, Greater Regional Medical Center cafeteria conference room.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA), noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. No smoking.

Diabetic Support Group, 1 p.m., Greater Regional Medical Center Cafeteria Conference Room.

TOPS No. 1338, 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church.

AA, 5:30 p.m., Crossroads Mental Health Center, 1003 Cottonwood Rd. Open meeting.

Friends of the Creston Public Library Board, 6 p.m., Gibson Memorial Library, 200 W. Montgomery St. Meeting open to all members.

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Methodist West Hospital DES MOINES — James and Sarah Young of Creston are parents of a daughter born July 9, 2014. Brielle Lynn Young weighed 7 pounds, 14.5 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Grandparents are Sherry and Jim Harris of Creston, Tom and Kathy Harris of Pleasant Hill and Gary and Ruby Young of Walnut.

Great-grandparents are Carole Brown of Fontanelle, Mardelle Harris of Creston and Lois Jean Young of Walnut.

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Border children: ‘they don’t speak english, but they understand hate’ Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jose Antonio Vargas put a prominent, public face on the immigration crisis this week when he was detained by the U.S. Border Patrol in McAllen, Texas. After a number of hours and a national outcry, he was released. He first revealed his status as an undocumented immigrant three years ago in a New York Times Magazine article, and has since made changing U.S. immigration policy his primary work.

Vargas was in Texas to support the thousands of undocumented immigrant children currently detained there by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Children are still fleeing violence in their native Central American home countries, seeking safety, at great risk, in distant lands. The issue is widely described here in the United States as a “border crisis,” but it isn’t that. We are experiencing a profound failure of economic globalization and U.S. foreign policy, amplified by failed, stagnant immigration policies here at home.

The latest victims are the children seeking safety, who are instead being cruelly warehoused, shipped past threatening mobs of anti-immigrant extremists and deported back to life-threatening situations.

King Features commentary Amy Goodman

Tens of thousands of children are now crossing the border from Mexico into the United States, unaccompanied by adults, after making perilous journeys of thousands of miles, often riding atop freight trains that are controlled by gangs.

The series of trains is referred to as “La Bestia,” or “The Beast.” Children riding the rails must pay hefty fees, and many are beaten, robbed, raped and killed when making the journey north. Some hope to be reunited with parents in the U.S. Others are sent away by their parents in a last-ditch bid to help their children avoid the epidemic violence of their hometowns, places like San Pedro Sula, the economic center of Honduras, which also now bears the distinction of being the murder capital of the world.

The influx of children has overwhelmed the government’s ability to house and feed these kids, let alone provide the level of care that is appropriate for refugee children.

In response, the government has

been shipping the children around sites across the Southwest.

This transfer has been a bonanza for xenophobes and racists, who have gained media attention for confronting the buses of distressed children. In suburban Murrieta, Calif., a small mob was protesting the transfer. Enrique Morones, the director of Border Angels, a San Diego-based nonprofit, heard about the scene and raced north to witness it. Speaking on the “Democracy Now!” news hour, he said: “It was horrific to see ... the children inside the bus and their moms were crying. They don’t speak English, but they understand hate ... of the 50 protesters that were there in total, about half of them eventually came out in front of the bus -- the protesters were banging the American flag against the bus, screaming these racist taunts.”

Morones compared the scene to Selma, Ala., 50 years ago: “I want to make it very clear that those three buses were turned back by the Murrieta police, not by the protesters, because as the buses were approaching, the Murrieta police stepped in front of the buses and blocked the buses, which made absolutely no sense, because

they could have just kept on driving and gone into the Border Patrol facility.” It was the police intervention that gave the protesters the opening they needed.

All sides should heed to message of Pope Francis this week. Referring to the “tens of thousands of children who migrate alone, unaccompanied, to escape poverty and violence,” he said, “This humanitarian emergency requires, as a first urgent measure, these children be welcomed and protected.”

The pope went on to make another key point: “These measures, however, will not be sufficient, unless they are accompanied by policies that inform people about the dangers of such a journey and, above all, that promote development in their countries of origin.”

The United States has a long and sadly bloody history of destabilizing democratic governments in the very countries that are now the sources of this latest wave of migration: most notably in Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador. In the 1980s and 1990s, U.S.-supported military regimes and paramilitaries killed hundreds of thousands of citizens in those countries. The drug cartels of today are the inheritors of that

culture of violence. In Honduras, the U.S. supported the 2009 coup d’etat against democratically elected President Manuel Zelaya.

After he was deposed, two successive U.S.-supported regimes have contributed to what University of California professor Dana Frank calls “worsening violence and anarchy.”

Jose Antonio Vargas, who came to the U.S. as an undocumented child himself more than 20 years ago, summed up the situation while in Texas: “These children are not illegal; they are human beings. And they are not a nationalsecurity threat. The only threat that these children pose to us is the threat of testing our own conscience.” *** Denis Moynihan contributed research to this column. *** Amy Goodman is the host of “Democracy Now!,” a daily international TV/radio news hour airing on more than 1,200 stations in North America. She is the co-author of “The Silenced Majority,” a New York Times best-seller. (c) 2014 Amy Goodman Distributed by King Features Syndicate

Union drama at the metropolitan opera The fat lady will sing — but only in strict keeping with the work rules set out by the American Guild of Musical Artists.

The Metropolitan Opera has a labor problem. Personnel expenses account for $200 million of the financially struggling Met’s $327 million budget.

In the interest of survival in an era more attuned to “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” than “Le Nozze di Figaro,” the Met wants to reduce its labor costs by 16 percent by getting the unions to accept common-sensical work rules and less generous pension and health benefits. The unions say no and accuse the Met of waging war on their families.

The storied but precarious institution could see its next season disrupted in the labor discord.

The Met’s general manager, Peter Gelb, warns that without union flexibility, the very existence of the world-famous, 130-year-old opera is at risk.

Well, if worst came to worst, at least the Met’s singers and musicians could make a go of it at the New York City Opera. No, wait, it shut its doors for the last time

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last year.

It doesn’t take an opera aficionado to realize that the 21st century isn’t the 19th, and opera is an embattled art form. Unfortunately, the Met is locking horns with a force, the unions, that has proven adept at helping to drive struggling industries into the ground.

A New York Times editorial recently noted that orchestra members, who on average make $200,000 a year, get 16 weeks off with pay. The American Federation of Musicians Local 802 shot back that it is really only 10 weeks of guaranteed time off with pay.

Touche.

Under the current rules, the base pay for chorus members, who also make on average $200,000 a year, covers four performances a week. The members get paid extra for rehearsals -- even if they haven’t sung in four performances that week.

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Letters to the editor

Moving is not what Creston citizens want From Joyce Clark Creston

I would like to share my opinion on the proposed move from the current site of our public library to the old Lincoln school. Voters get frustrated by politicians who do not follow the wishes of the majority of people they represent, and,

I can see that this pattern starts at a much lower level with our current library board. Moving is NOT what the citizens of Creston want.

WAKE UP members of the library board and listen to the people. Obviously you are being selfish by trying to push your unwanted ideas onto the citizens of Creston.

I challenge the Library board to

put this up to a vote and then follow the will of the people. I would think $400,000 that you have raised so far could put a nice addition on to the south of the current library, which is what the PEOPLE want.

Just like politicians, maybe it might be time for a change and recruit board members who are willing to listen to the will of the people.

What’s in a name From Mandy Kolesik, marketing consultant for Creston Library Board Lamoni

Because of the interest in the name change, I thought you might like some more information.

The Matilda J. Gibson Memorial name came with a $25,000 gift to help build the library in 1931. According to library records, the Gibson family has not donated to the library since that time. The family was approached again when funds were being raised for the last renovation 20 years ago. The family declined to support the library as the Gibson descendants now live in Bartlesville, Okla. They choose to support efforts in that community instead. Which makes perfect sense. The family hasn’t been a part of the Creston community for many decades. I think it is very

nice that people are still respectful of the Gibson family for donating that starter gift to the original library 83 years ago. But the Gibson family has moved on; I believe it’s time we do the same.

With input from interviews with more than 70 community members, the library board is thinking bigger. The plan is to provide more room for families who frequent the library, more technology for teachers bringing classes, and more programming that enriches individuals and the community. This is the trend in American public libraries.

In the past decade more small town libraries provide classes, mentoring, tutoring and access to the arts.

Your library board has uncovered similar unmet needs in this community and wishes to meet them.

Fundraising is much easier with a name that reflects programming.

There are corporations and founda-

tions donating to libraries around the country. They follow the programming, providing money and technology to support community oriented programs: tutoring, mentoring, enriching classes, opportunities to build intergenerational relationships and civic mindedness.

To reach these major donors, the name must reflect the mission.

The Matilda J. Gibson Memorial Library name reflects a gift of $25,000, made 83 years ago, by a family that no longer resides here.

The Creston area Library and Cultural Center name focuses us on the community rather than on past donors. This name reflects positively on the community. It also reflects the expanded services that the new building will be able to offer. This new library would be an asset to this town, one more thing to be proud of.

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Organize Your Work, Living Spaces In order for personal style to shine, it’s important that your home is organized and clutter free, especially in the rooms where you work, play and relax.

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A good habitat to have Dear Heloise: I remembered reading in your column about the HABITAT FOR HUMANITY resale store called Habitat ReStore. Because of this, I was able to go there and purchase items for our new home very economically. What a great hint! — Jessica D. in Tennessee Habitat for Humanity is a wonderful organization that has been mentioned in this column before. It accepts any leftover and reusable furniture, building supplies and materials. It even takes appliances, but those appliances must be in working order.

An added bonus is that the Habitat ReStores are owned and operated by local Habitat for Humanity affiliates.

These donations are sold to the public, and the proceeds are used for building the Habitat houses in that area.

It is a great organization to support, along with being a great place to take donations of items you no longer need.

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provement store and bought several small pulls in white and several large ones in black. Now, whatever room we are in, we know that the small, white pull is for the light and the large, black one is for the fan. No more confusion. Fan pulls come in so many shapes and colors that you can find ones that work for you. — F.E., via email RUSTY FENCE Dear Heloise: I was getting ready to paint a metal-pipe fence that had rusted. I got a spray bottle and filled it with straight vinegar and sprayed every place that had rusted along the fence. I then let it dry before painting. The rust doesn’t come through near as much, and the paint stays on longer. — Betty L., Bedford, La. Betty, what a great way to use vinegar! It can remove rust from small tools — why not use it on a metal fence? (c)2014 by King Features Vinegar is one of my favorSyndicate Inc. ite products to keep around BLONDIE® by Dean Young

Horoscope Friday, July 18, 2014 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A feud with a family member could erupt into an argument today. Always remember that anger serves no purpose other than to make everyone miserable.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Think before you speak to others today, and be aware of what your motivations are. If you shoot from the hip, you could start arguments with others.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Quarrels about money issues might arise today. You should know that somehow your ego is tied up in this. Is it really that important?

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Clashes with family members are likely today, in part because tension, turmoil and chaos have been going on for a long time.

Arguments will improve nothing.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You might be doing a slow boil about something because you’re annoyed, but you can’t say anything. This is always tough. (When the going gets tough, the tough go shopping.)

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept.

22) Squabbles with someone might occur because of who is not contributing their share.

Try to avoid these if possible.

(Ya think?)

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Don’t get into confrontations with authority figures today, because it will be too intense.

Why even do this? Keep your head down and your powder dry.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Arguments about politics, religion, racial issues or possibly something related to the law, or medicine will be nasty today. Someone could be saying something behind your back. Be cool.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Keep mum in meetings today, because arguments will likely break out about funding or how to spend a certain amount of money. Someone might even accuse another person of something. Ouch.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You feel caught between a rock and a hard place today when dealing with bosses, parents and partners. Everyone is at odds with each other. Run away! Run away!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Do what you can to keep the peace at work today, because people are irritated about issues and perhaps their dealings with a foreign country. It’s just one of those days.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Parents might be at odds about situations related to the cost of educating and caring for children. Or people might argue about the cost of a vacation or a social event. Don’t fuel this fire.

YOU BORN TODAY You are

courageous and will always fight for and defend your beliefs. You are involved with society and social change. As such, you often represent others in small groups or the government. This year a major change might take place, perhaps as significant as something that occurred around 2005. It’s an active, progressive time for you. Be prepared to try your wings! (c) 2014 King Syndicate, Inc.

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CHURCH Afton ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, Browning and Filmore Streets, William Richardson, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible study and youth. Saturday, 7:25 a.m. “In the Mirror” radio program on Creston Radio.

ST. EDWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 104 W. Union St., Rev. Ken Halbur, pastor.

Sunday, 10:45 a.m. Mass; after Mass, Confession.

Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. Mass.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. worship; 5:30 p.m. worship.

Arispe

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship.

Monday, 1 p.m. Quilters.

Beaconsfield

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Rick Hawkins, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service.

Clearfield

AREA BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Ron Christian, pastor; 641-336-2409; website www. areabiblefellowship.org.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship service; 11:15 a.m. Sunday school.

CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Sherry Wiley, lay speaker.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. worship.

Corning

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 907 Grove Ave., Ken Rummer, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship services.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 901 Nodaway St., Andrew Bardole, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. adult Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service.

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH, Dan Lamgo, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. prayer service.

MESSIANIC MISSION SEVENTH DAY, 405 11th St. Sabbath services, second and fourth Saturdays. Call 641-3223386 for time and place.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 800 17th St., Philip Ritter, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school and adult Bible study; 10:45 a.m. worship with Holy Communion. Wednesday, 9 a.m. Bible study.

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 504 Grove, Ave., Lazarus Kirigia, pastor.

Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Mass.

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Mass; 7 p.m. youth group. Wednesday, 2 to 5 p.m. religious education classes.

Creston

ABUNDANT LIFE FAMILY CHURCH, 500 S. Birch St., Douglas R. Brunell, pastor, (641) 782-5766, email alfc@ iowatelecom.net; website www.

AbundantLifeFamilyChurch. com.

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. children’s church and worship service.

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. worship and Kid’s Club. Thursday, 6:30 a.m. Men of Honor; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Light Switch teens.

APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 600 N. Lincoln St., Paul Vandevender, pastor, 7825594.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school and worship service; 5:30 p.m. prayer time; 6 p.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. worship service. Home Bible study, call 782-5594.

LIFE CHURCH, ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 417 Wyoming Ave., Karen Norton, lead pastor, 641782-4236, e-mail crestonrolag@ gmail.com, website lifechurchcreston.com.

Friday, 6 p.m. Acts 2 Journey Team meeting at the Norton home, read the next chapter in our study book. Sunday, 9:30

a.m. Sunday school for all ages; 10:35 a.m. morning worship, “Joy on the Journey, Week 1”; 6 p.m. small group study at the Norton home, “Defining Moments.” Tuesday, 7 to 10 a.m. Coffee café, fellowship hall. Invite a friend and bring a coffee mug. WiFi and mini muffins included; 6 p.m. Vision Team meeting. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. prayer time in the sanctuary; 7 p.m. Family Night activities: adult Bible study (Romans), sanctuary; Life Youth, lower level youth room; Kids Klub, lower level fellowship hall. Thursday (7/24), 7 to 10 a.m. Coffee café, fellowship hall. Invite a friend and bring a coffee mug. WiFi and mini muffins included.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 510 S. Poplar St., Timothy L. Haynie and Nathan Langford, evangelists, 641-344-3201.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 6:30 p.m. adult study hour. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. youth and adult groups at the church.

COMMUNITY OF CHRIST, Creston Congregation (RLDS), 820 N. Elm St., Elder Gary O’Daniels, pastoral coordinator.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. praise and inspiration, Judy Hoakison; 9:30 a.m. church school classes; 10:30 a.m. worship, Darl Ferguson, presider; Del Ranney, speaker.

CREST BAPTIST, affiliated with Southern Baptist Convention, Poplar and Townline streets, Chuck Spindler, pastor. Website: www. crestbaptistchurch.com.

Today, 6 p.m. Celebrate Recovery; 6:30 p.m. GriefShare.

Friday, 8 a.m. Operation World prayer meeting. Saturday, 8 a.m. prayer meeting. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Bible study (for all ages); 10:45 a.m. worship; 7 p.m. Men’s Bible study.

Wednesday, 6:30 a.m. prayer meeting; 6:30 p.m. children VBS music practice/Youth group/ adult Bible study.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1001 N. Lincoln St., David Tebbenkamp, pastor; Dan Fields, youth pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship service with ABWE Missionary Steve Carter; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school hour; 3 p.m. Personal Evangelism Seminar, south room; 6 p.m. family worship service with Steve and JoAnn Carter. Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Kids of Character; junior and senior high youth group, youth house; adult summer electives.

Thursday (7/24), 7 p.m. Christian Singles Over 50, fellowship hall.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 301 E. Townline St., Dianna Clark, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship service with guest speaker Mary O’Riley; 11 a.m. coffee fellowship. Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Tootles (games/crafts). Wednesday, 6 p.m. praise and worship service.

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST, 104 N. Oak St. Sunday, 11 a.m. church service.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 702 W. Prairie St., the Rev. Jim Woodworth, interim pastor; Mary O’Riley, pastoral intern.

Friday, 1:30 p.m. crafting workshop. Sunday, 9:15 a.m. worship services, Matthew 18:1-6; 10-14, “A Revolutionary Concept.” Monday, 6 p.m.

Membership and Evangelism meeting; 7:30 p.m. Worship and Music meeting. Tuesday, 1 p.m. Stich, Knit and Quilt.

Wednesday, 9 a.m. Bible study; 5:30 p.m. Joyful Noise; 7 p.m.

Parish Council at FPC. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 400 N. Elm St., Gideon Gallo, pastor. Call 641-782-2427, 641-782-7267.

E-mail: fumc.creston@gmail. com. Facebook: Creston First United Methodist Church. Office hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday and Friday.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. worship services; 9:30 a.m.

Sunday school. Tuesday, 9 a.m.

Summit House Bible study; 1:30 p.m. Crestridge Bible study.

Wednesday, 6:15 p.m. handbell rehearsal; 7 p.m. choir rehearsal. Thursday, 12:05 p.m. United Methodist Men. GOD’S OUTREACH D E L I V E R A N C E INTERNATIONAL, 306 N.

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To change attitudes, don’t argue — agree, extremely What if the best way to change minds isn’t to tell people why they’re wrong, but to tell them why they’re right? Scientists tried this recently and discovered that agreeing with people can be a surprisingly powerful way to shake up strongly held beliefs.

Researchers found that showing people extreme versions of ideas that confirmed — not contradicted — their opinions on a deeply divisive issue actually caused them to reconsider their stance and become more receptive to other points of view. The scientists attribute this to the fact that the new information caused people to see their views as irrational or absurd, according to a study published this week in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

“We truly believe that in most intractable conflicts, the real problems

Oak St., 641-278-1173, Pastor JoAnna and Tyrone Davis, 515249-3364.

Today, 6 p.m. Women’s service. Friday, 7 p.m. Friday Night Fire Service. Saturday, first and third, 9:30 a.m. Men of Christ breakfast, 124 N. Maple St. Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service; 6 p.m. evening service. Monday through Friday, 8 to 9 a.m. prayer and worship. Monday Night Live Youth Ministry (after school), 4 p.m. ages 4-11; 6:30 p.m. ages 12 and up. Monday and Wednesday, 5 p.m. Community meals, 124 N. Maple St. Tuesday, 5 to 6 p.m.

Intercessory prayer.

HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 107 W. Howard St., Rev. Ken Halbur, pastor.

Friday, 7 a.m. Mass, St. Malachy Chapel; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ReRun Shop. Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon ReRun Shop; 4:30 to 5 p.m. Confession; 5:15 p.m. Mass. Sunday, 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. Confession; 9 a.m. Mass.

Monday, 5 to 6 p.m. Adoration, St. Malachy Chapel; 6 p.m.

Mass, St. Malachy Chapel; 7 p.m. Finance Council meeting, parish office. Tuesday, noon to 5 p.m. ReRun Shop.

Wednesday, noon Mass, Holy Spirit Church. Thursday (7/24), 7 a.m. Mass, St. Malachy Chapel.

JERUSALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1965 REA Road, Rev. Jim W. Morris, pastor.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Bible study; 9 a.m worship.

KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES, 1000 Cottonwood St. Sunday, 10 a.m. public talk and Watchtower study.

Thursday, 7:30 p.m. congregation Bible study, ministry school and service meeting.

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD I.M. “Mana del Cielo” The Rev. Miguel Delgado, phone 515-473-2527.

Saturday, noon worship.

Sunday, 1:30 p.m. worship.

PLATTE CENTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 6 miles south on P27 (High and Dry Road), 1 mile west, one-

are not the real issues,” said Eran Halperin, a psychologist at the Interdisciplinary Center Herzliya in Israel and an author of the study. In reality, he said, both sides know what needs to be done; however, there are many “psychological barriers that prevent societies from identifying opportunities for peace.”

To see if tightly held attitudes could be pried loose, the scientists looked to one of the most polarizing issues on the planet, the decades-old conflict between Israelis and Palestinians that flared again violently last week.

People on both sides hold strong beliefs that make compromise difficult, as years of failed negotiations have proved.

——— ©2014 Los Angeles Times Distributed by MCT Information Services

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UNITED CHURCH OF DIAGONAL, Ed Shields, pastor, office 641-344-0652, www.diagonalchurch.com.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. church.

Ellston

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Robin Thomas, pastor. Website: www.ellstonumc. org.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship.

Greenfield

CORNERSTONE FELLOWSHIP EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 2158 Highway 92, Jeff Banks, pastor, office 641-743-0221.

Website: www.welcometocornerstone.org.

Sunday, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. worship service; 11:10 a.m. to noon Christian Living classes; 4 p.m. Strategic Leadership Team meeting. Monday through Thursday, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. High Power Soccer at elementary school in Greenfield.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 213 N. E. Elm St., Kenneth Gross, pastor. Website: www.stjohngreenfield.parishesonline.com.

Saturday, 4:30 to 5 p.m.

Reconciliation; 5:15 p.m.

Mass. Sunday, 8:15 a.m. Mass.

Thursday (7/24), 8:30 a.m. prayer service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 108 S.W. 5th St. Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service; 10 a.m. coffee and fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

Tuesday, 3:30 to 6 p.m. food bank and children’s clothes closet open; 6:30 p.m. worship service. Thursday, 12:30 p.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. children’s Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship service.

Lenox

CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 1007 W. Temple St. Sunday, 10 a.m. worship.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 702 W. Ohio St. Stanley Price, branch president.

Sunday, 10 a.m. sacrament meeting; 11:15 a.m. Sunday school; 12:10 p.m. relief society, priesthood, young women and young men; 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. primary. For local information, contact Clinton Allen, (641) 3224494.

COUNTRY ROADS BAPTIST CHURCH, at 202 E. Temple (old lumber yard), Mitch Green, pastor. Website: countryroadslenox.com.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship.

Wednesday, 6 p.m. meal and study.

MERCER CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 4 miles north, 4 miles west of Lenox, Franklin Rogers, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. worship service.

SALEM CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 4 miles north, 1 mile west of Lenox.

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 600 W. Michigan St., Lazarus Kirigia, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Mass with religious education classes afterward. Wednesday, 7 p.m.

CYO. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 103 W. Michigan St., Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. adult Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service and Sunday school for children.

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 401 W. Michigan St., Tim Maxa, pastor, 641-3334214.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service. First and third Sunday,

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CHURCH OF GOD, Ben Turner, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Lorimor, George Henriksen, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 11 a.m. worship.

Macksburg

HEBRON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Ben Carter-Allen, pastor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Ben Carter-Allen, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service with supervised nursery during church; 10 a.m.

Sunday school. Third Thursday, United Methodist Women.

Murray

BAPTIST CHURCH, Alex Bauman, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. worship services. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Midweek Bible study and prayer meeting. Third Thursday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m.

Missionary meeting.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 430 Third St., Brian McCracken, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship services; 7 p.m. Bible Study. Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.

JAM for elementary ages; 7 p.m. junior and senior high youth groups.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Sandy Smith and Brandon Campbell, pastors.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship.

Orient

P L Y M O U T H CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 311 W. First St., Phil Price, minister.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. brunch; 9 a.m. worship services; 10 a.m. Sunday school/adult Bible study.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 124 S. Maple St., Cathy Nutting, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service.

Prescott

PRESCOTT UNITED CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 401 6th Ave., the Rev. Steven Wainwright.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship.

Shannon City

SHANNON CITY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Lila Dell Greene, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. church service; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

Sharpsburg

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. worship.

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Tim Maxa, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

Stringtown

STRINGTOWN COMMUNITY CHURCH, junction of Highway 34 and Sycamore Ave., the Rev. Richard Queener, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. worship service. Wednesday, 1 to 4 p.m.

Help Center open.

Thayer

PLEASANT VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

Tingley

CHRISTIAN CHURCH Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Robin Thomas, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

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CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Dan Moore, pastor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. fellowship; 10:30 a.m. worship. Monday, 12:30 p.m. prayer group, sanctuary; 1 p.m. Quilters.

Wednesday, 1 p.m. Quilters; Pastor Dan leaves.

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Lacelle fourth mile south, Delores Doench, pastor.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. fellowship time; 10:30 a.m. worship.

SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, 602 W. Townline St., 641782-2920. Brian Jack, pastor.

Website: www.salemluth.net.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship service.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 104 N. Oak St., Jared Miller, pastor, 515-897-7919, email jaredandkatiem@gmail. com.

Saturday, 9 a.m. worship service; 11 a.m. Sabbath school.

SOLID ROCK MINISTRIES, 1216 N. Cherry St. (corner of Townline and Cherry streets).

Sunday, 9:45 to 10:15 a.m.

Sunday school; 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. coffee and fellowship; 10:45 a.m. worship service.

ST. JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 601 S. Maple St., Dan Moore, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service and Sunday School.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 800 N. Sumner Ave., Creston; 111 E. South St., Mount Ayr; the Rev. Jonathan C. Watt, pastor, 641-782-5095, http:// TrinityCreston.org.

Mount Ayr: Sunday, 8 a.m.

Divine Service with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Bible class and Sunday school; Sunday through Thursday, 6:15 p.m. Vacation Bible school.

Creston: Sunday, 9:45 a.m.

Divine Service; 11 a.m. Bible classes and Sunday school.

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (Congregational), 501 W. Montgomery St., the Rev. Jim Woodworth, interim pastor; Mary O’Riley, pastoral intern.

Today, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. SIRF. Friday, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting.

Sunday, 10:45 a.m. worship services, Matthew 18:1-6;1014, “A Revolutionary Concept.”

Monday, 7:30 a.m. AA meeting. Tuesday, 3 to 5 p.m. Crisis Fund Center open; 5 to 6 p.m.

Open Table (GRMC nurses).

Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. TOPS; 7 p.m. Parish Council meeting.

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Saturday, July 19 thru Thursday, July 24 THURSDAY, JULY 17, 2014

7:00-8:00 p.m. -- Check-in Open Class Textiles & Arts - 4-H Bldg.

7:00-8:00 p.m. -- Check-in Open Class Genealogy & History - 4-H Bldg.

7:00-8:00 p.m. -- Check-in Open Class Canned Goods - Comm. Bldg.

7:30 p.m. -- Demolition Derby - Main Arena 10:00 p.m. -- Livestock must be in place at the Fairgrounds

6:00 p.m. - Clean-up of buildings and grounds

SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2014 8:00-11:00 a.m. -- 4-H & FFA Swine Weigh-in 8:00 a.m. -- Check-in for 4-H Exhibit Bldg. Projects 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. -- Judging 4-H Exhibit Building Projects 10:00 a.m. -- Open Horse Show - Horse Arena 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m -- Afton Lions Inflatables 1:30 p.m. -- Mary Porter & Susie Q & Waldo Kids Crusade 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. -- Check-in 4-H/FFA Poultry & Rabbits 4:00 p.m. -- 4-H Fashion Review and Clothing Selection 6:00 p.m. -- Crowning Fair Queen - Commercial Building 6:30 p.m. -- 4H & FFA Sheep Weigh-in 7:00 p.m. -- Donkey Races - Main Arena

SUNDAY, JULY 20, 2014 7:00-9:00 a.m. -- 4-H & FFA Beef Weigh-in 7:00-9:00 a.m. -- Check-in Bucket Calf Exhibits, Breeding Beef 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. -- Check-in Open Class Baked Goods - 4-H Bldg.

11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m -- Afton Lions Inflatables 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. -- 4-H Exhibit Building Open 12:00 p.m. – 4-H & FFA Dog Check-in 12:30 p.m. -- 4-H & FFA Dog Show - Show Arena 1:00 p.m. -- Judging Open Class Baked Goods 3:00 p.m. -- Bill Riley Talent Competition - Commercial Building 4:00-6:00 p.m. -- Check-in 4-H & FFA Horse Exhibits 6:00 p.m. -- Queen’s Parade

MONDAY, JULY 21, 2014 8:00-10:00 a.m -- Check-in 4-H & FFA Poultry, Rabbits 8:00 a.m. -- 4-H & FFA Swine Show - Show Arena 8:00-11:00 a.m. -- Check-in Open Class Agriculture & Floriculture -Comm. Bldg 8:00-11:00 a.m. -- Check-in Open Class Textiles & Arts (cont.)

8:00-11:00 a.m. -- Check- in Open Class Canned Goods (cont.)

8:30-10:00 a.m. -- Check-in Open Class Genealogy & History (cont.)

10:00 a.m. -- Magic Show by Ray Thompson 11:00 a.m. -- Judging Open Class Genealogy & History 12:00 p.m. -- Goat/Sheep Show - Show Arena 12:00 p.m. -- Judging Open Class Arts & Crafts 1:00 p.m. -- Judging Open Class Floriculture 1:00 p.m -- Judging Open Class Canned Goods 1:00 p.m. -- Judging Open Class Textiles 1:30 p.m. -- Judging Open Class Ag 2:00 p.m. -- Hypnosis by Ray Thompson 6:00 p.m. -- Union County Antique Show - Breezeway 6:30 p.m -- Celebrity Beef Show - Show Arena 8:00 p.m. -- Rodeo - Main Arena

TUESDAY, JULY 22, 2014 8:00 a.m. -- 4-H & FFA Horse Show - Upper Horse Arena 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. -- Afton & Creston Fire Department Display & Blank Children’s Fire Safety House

9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. -- Mr. Nick’s Entertainment 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. -- Youth Genealogy Activities 10:00 a.m. -- FFA Livestock Judging Contest - Show Arena 10:00 a.m. -- Magic Show by Ray Thompson 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. -- Kids’ Day - Exhibit Building Breezeway 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. -- Open Feeder Calf Weigh-In 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. -- Kids Cookie Decorating Activity - 4-H Building 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m -- Afton Lions Inflatables 12:30-1:30 p.m. -- Clover Kids Judging 12:30 p.m. -- Pedal Tractor Pull Registration 1:00 p.m. -- Beginning Genealogy for Adults - 4-H Building 1:00 p.m. -- Pedal Tractor Pull - Commercial Building 1:00 p.m. -- Judging Open Class Feeder Calf Show - Show Arena 1:30-2:30 p.m. -- 4-H and FFA Cat and Small Animal Check-In 2:00 p.m. -- Hypnosis by Ray Thompson 3:30 p.m. -- Rabbit & Small Pet Show - South End of Show Arena 3:30 p.m. -- Poultry Show - South End of Show Arena 6:00 p.m. -- Beginning Genealogy for Adults 6:00 p.m. -- State Fair Qualifiers, Pictures - 4-H Building 7:00 p.m. -- 4-H and FFA Round-up All Members 7:00 p.m. -- Record Book Recognition Ceremony 8:00 p.m. -- Rodeo Finals - Main Arena

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23, 2014 7:00-8:00 a.m. -- Check in 4-H Feeder Calf Exhibits 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. -- Senior Citizens’ Day - Commercial Building 8:30 a.m. -- Cathy Klobnak, Don Wilson & Summer Luke - Patriotic & Gospel Music 9:00 a.m. -- 4-H & FFA Beef Show (Bucket Calves first) - Show Arena

9:00 -11:00 a.m. -- Children’s’ Potatohead Decorating Commercial Building 9:45 a.m. -- The Outhouse Lady - Teresa Mernerd 10:00 a.m. -- Magic Show by Ray Thompson 10:30 a.m. -- Cathy Klobnak, Don Wilson & Summer Luke - Patriotic & Gospel Music 1:30-2:30 p.m. -- “Sweet Treats/Chips & Salsa” Canned Goods Dept. - Commercial Building 2:00 p.m. -- Hypnosis by Ray Thompson 6:00 p.m. -- Judging 4-H Communications Exhibitions 6:30 p.m. -- “Quilt Show & Tell Hour” - Breezeway 7:00 p.m. -- Truck/Tractor Pull - Main Arena

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The number of returning starters this year for Missouri’s football team, tied for fewest in the nation.

NATIONAL DIGEST ESPYS LOS ANGELES — The 22nd annual ESPYS in Los Angeles kicked off Wednesday night with Richard Sherman of the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks winning the ESPY for Best Breakthrough Athlete.

It ended with Sherman and the Seahawks claiming the ESPY for Best Team.

The Seahawks earned the franchise’s first Super Bowl title, decisively beating the Denver Broncos 43-8 while fielding a leaguebest defense that gave up only 14.4 points and 273.6 yards per game, spearheaded by Sherman and the defensive backfield dubbed the “Legion of Boom.”

The Seahawks topped fellow champions in the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Kings, San Antonio Spurs, Florida State Seminoles (college football) and UConn Huskies (NCAA women’s basketball) for the top team honor.

ESPN “SportsCenter” anchor Stuart Scott was honored with the Jimmy V Perseverance Award for his battle with cancer that was first diagnosed in November of 2007. The award is given in honor of late NC State basketball coach Jim Valvano, who inspired millions with his courageous battle against cancer in 1993.

Michael Sam of the St. Louis Rams, who in May became the first openly gay football player to be selected in the NFL draft, received the Arthur Ashe Courage Award.

Bama-USC A l a b a m a and USC will launch their 2016 seasons on Sept. 3 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The Cowboys Classic will mark the eighth meeting between the programs.

Alabama got the best of USC the last time the teams met, winning 24-3 in the 1985 Aloha Bowl.

The game against the Trojans is the latest of the Crimson Tide’s high-profile neutralsite openers. Alabama will play West Virginia in Atlanta this season and Wisconsin in Arlington in 2015.

By adding the nonconference tilt with USC, Alabama fulfills its new obligation from the SEC to begin scheduling at least one nonconference game against a Big Five conference opponent starting in 2016.

Last summer, Alabama canceled a previously scheduled home-and-home series withMichigan State for 2016 and ‘17. Tide athletic director Bill Battle said at the time that the move was done because of “the uncertainty of conference football schedules in those years.”

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OSCEOLA — After last year’s state tournament run that saw the Clarke softball team finish runner-up in Class 3A, the Lady Indians now know what to expect at the state tournament.

Head coach Lindsay Diehl says that, and especially the experience of playing in the nervewracking state title game last year, will help the Lady Indians this year.

“Other coaches kept commenting about how loose they were playing like they’d been there before, but they hadn’t,” Diehl said about her team.

“Having been in that game, that championsip game, and being nervous, but after the Diehl fact realizing it was just another game that you have to go out and play, that’s going to help us out a lot.”

Ultimately, the goal is to return to the Class 3A state championship game on July 25.

But first, Clarke (248) must go through Spirit Lake (23-8) in the opening round. That game is scheduled for 3 p.m. Monday at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex in Fort Dodge.

Spirit Lake enters the state tournament opener having won its last eight games and 13 of its last 16.

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Clarke softball players spill onto the field to celebrate with head coach Lindsay Diehl after the Lady Indians came from behind to defeat ADM 4-3 in a Class 3A regional final on Monday. The Lady Indians open the 2014 State Softball Tournament at 3 p.m. Monday against Spirit Lake.

Diehl says she feels confident her team has played a tougher schedule this season, though, which should leave her team more prepared.

“You can’t ever count out a team that’s at the state tournament, though,” Diehl said. “They’re there for a reason. But I feel the schedule we’ve played, compared to the schedule they’ve played, ours was definitely a tougher road.”

Matchup Spirit Lake is led by sophomore pitcher Bailee Newman, who does just

show with their pitcher.

Same way with her (Newman), she’s been a big hitter for them with big strikeout totals.

“I like a team that’s solely basing its success on a couple of kids performing.

If we can figure out how to shut her down, I feel good about our chances.”

On the other side, Newman will have to figure out a way to shut down a balanced Clarke offensive attack.

Six Clarke batters hit

about everything for the Indians.

Newman bats .414 with nine home runs and 36 runs batted in. She has also swiped 17 bases in 19 tries.

In the pitching circle, Newman is 20-6 with a 1.98 earned run average in 162 2/3 innings pitched. She has struck out 150 batters and opponents hit .237 against her.

“As soon as I looked at them, I thought of ADM,” Diehl said. “I felt like ADM was a one-woman

.300 or better, while nine batters have at least 10 runs batted in.

And then there’s the returning Class 3A Pitcher of the Year in Libby Bemis, that Spirit Lake will have to Bemis contend Please see CLARKE, page 12A

Outdoor news Pheasant survey Iowa’s 15-day annual pheasant population survey begins on Aug. 1, and wildlife experts say this year could be hard to predict.

A record setting wet June that followed a winter of one polar vortex after another would likely favor a lower count, but many anecdotal reports of seeing more pheasants, quail and rabbits are coming in from across the state.

“When our pheasants do best, it’s after mild winters with less than 30 inches of snow followed by a warm, dry spring nesting season where we receive less than eight inches of rain,” said Todd Bogenschutz, upland wildlife biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources who coordinates and collects the data from the 208, 30-mile survey routes.

“I don’t want to get any hopes too high but perhaps the weather model will be wrong this year. Roadside counts should be interesting.”

The 30-mile routes are driven at sunrise on gravel roads preferably on mornings with heavy dew and little wind. Surveyors watch for hens moving their broods to the road edges to dry off before starting to look for insects.

Surveyors note the number in the brood, any adult pheasants present and the size of the chicks, which tells Bogenschutz if this was an initial nest or if the nest was washed out and this brood was from a second or even third nest attempt. Each attempt after the first has fewer eggs than the prior attempt.

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routes each year.

The survey also collects data on cottontail rabbits, jack rabbits, quail and Hungarian partridge.

The information will be available online at www. iowadnr.gov/pheasantsurvey by middle September.

Bow workshop DES MOINES – Women can still answer their “call of the wild” by registering for the Becomin g an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) workshop Sept. 19-21 at the Springbrook Conservation Education Center in Guthrie County. Women thinking about participating are encouraged to sign up soon, as some classes fill quickly.

This workshop is an excellent opportunity for women 18 years or older to try a wide variety of activities they may never have had the chance to experience, said Julie Sparks, DNR Becoming an Outdoors-Woman coordinator.

“We have top-notch instructor s, our class sizes are kept small and the setting at Springbrook is beautiful, particularly in the fall,” she said.

Workshop topics include basic fishing, fly fishing, birdwatching, archery, beginning shotgun shooting, basic motor boat skills, geocaching, canoeing, stand up paddling, Dutch oven cooking, nature photography and much more.

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Sports briefs CEDAR FALLS — Creston/O-M coach Brian Morrison and four area players report to camp Saturday for the South Squad in preparation for the 42nd annual Iowa Shrine All-Star Football Classic.

The game will be played 4 p.m. July 26 at the UNIDome in Cedar Falls.

Morrison is an assistant coach for South head coach Jay McKinstrey of Pella.

The coaching staffs selected 46 players for each squad.

The South team (with uniform numbers) includes Trevor Frain of Creston/OM (9), Jacob Sobotka of Mount Ayr (12), Andrew Rider of Murray (28) and Keegan Longabaugh of Southwest Valley (57).

Also on the South team are Briar Vogel of Interstate 35 (22), Spencer Smith of Glenwood (25), Nick Peppers of Exira/Elk HornKimballton (34) and Sam Brincks of Carroll Kuemper

Catholic (54).

For more information on the event, look online at http://www.iowashrinebowl. org/.

All-star game WAUKEE — Creston head softball coach Mike McCabe will be one of the coaches for the “White” t e a m , along with A k r o n - McCabe Westfield’s Todd Colt at the IGCA Senior All-Star Games here on July 28.

The event also features the “Red” team coached by Stacey Alberts of LynnvilleSully and Lori Duncan of Pleasant Valley, and the “Blue” team coached by Art Ingalls of North Union and Dave Oleson of West Burlington.

The schedule of games is as follows: Red vs. White, 4

Golf league scores p.m.; White vs. Blue, 6 p.m. and Blue vs. Red, 8 p.m.

Area seniors competing in the all-star games are Libby Bemis of Clarke (Blue), Jenna Sandquist of Interstate 35 (White) and Sammie Nicholson of Winterset (Red).

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PINE VALLEY Men’s Thursday League July 10 Team Score Pine Valley 102 Madison-Steele 95 Knuth-Lett 88 Schneider-Schneider 88 Calvin-Willets 88 Graham-McNichols 84 Whiskey Dixx 83 BM Sales 82 Peavler-Poore 82 Drake-Parsons 80 Webb Roofing 77 4 The Beer!

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IOWA CITY — The Big Ten Conference announced the start times for the University of Iowa’s nonconference home football games on Wednesday.

The Hawkeyes’ season opener against Northern Iowa will kick off at 11 a.m. on Aug. 30, and will be televised on Big Ten Network.

Iowa also hosts Ball State and Iowa State in non-conference play in 2014.

The Ball State game will begin at 2:30 p.m. and will be televised on ESPN. The Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Trophy game against Iowa By ART SPANDER State will also kick off at Newsday 2:30 p.m. and will be televised by either ABC, ESPN HOYLAKE, England — or ESPN2.

Only 28 miles, but to steal a line from the Beatles, who began just across the River Mersey, a long and winding road.

Twenty-eight miles from Royal Birkdale, where in the 1998 British Open Justin in Hoover, Ala. “Now if re- Rose hit the spotlight before play overturns a targeting he hit the skids, to the 2014 foul, there will no longer be Open, which starts Thursday a 15-yard penalty assessed.” at Royal Liverpool.

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College football rule changes focus on targeting, quarterback safety

By CHRIS DUFRESNE Los Angeles Times

Two rule changes to college football — on targeting and on quarterback safety — could have a big effect in the upcoming season.

Both make sense.

The first is the absolutely necessary tweak to the targeting rule that was implemented last year.

Under the old rule, a player cited for targeting — using the crown of the helmet to tackle or initiating contact to the head or neck of a defenseless opponent with the helmet, forearm

or fist — was ejected from the game, with a 15-yard penalty assessed, pending a review from the instant-play booth.

The problem: The team was still assessed a penalty even if replay overruled the targeting call on the field.

How was that fair? It wasn’t, and thus the rule has been amended.

“Every targeting foul is reviewed, so every one will be reviewed by instant replay,” Steve Shaw, coordinator of officials for the Southeastern Conference, explained Wednesday during a rules session with media members

Low team score — Pine Valley, 64.

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Ladies Golf League July 8 Team Score Carroll Family Chiropractic 60 Crowettes 58 Roger Roberts Construction 56 Bogiemeisters 56 Elm’s Club 52 High Plains Taxidermy 49 Here We Are Again 47 Sandy’s Creations and Gifts 40 Twilight Zone 36 Low score — Fay Parkins, 34.

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Bemis enters Monday’s contest with a 23-3 record, sporting a 1.15 earned run average in 165 innings.

Opponents hit just .147 against her and she has recorded 218 strikeouts.

Bemis is one of six seniors on the Clarke team.

Diehl says she feels confident going back to the state tournament with her group of seniors.

Spirit Lake has just two seniors on its team, while the majority of the roster is made up of freshmen and sophomores.

“They’re very young,” Diehl said. “When I looked them up, to know they’re a young group of kids, also made me feel a

little bit better. When I listen to Pat Murphy and he says you have to experience it to experience it to experience it, we have that upper edge. These kids are young. We still have some young kids, but I really hope having this platoon of seniors going up there is going to play in our favor.”

where we can be playing for a state title again,” Diehl said.

After going through Monday’s 4-3 comeback win over ADM in the regional final, Diehl said some of the pressure may be off her team now.

“I feel like they seem really relaxed and kind of relieved to get through that game,” she said. “Maybe now a little bit of the pressure is off. The pressure was to get there and that’s what they were so uptight about all season, was getting back there.”

That fighting spirit the Lady Indians showed, both on Monday and in last year’s regional final win over West Burlington Notre Dame, should serve

Reaction Now that she’s had a couple of days to let it sink in that her team is headed back to the state tournament, Diehl said it’s a surreal feeling.

“All season, even starting the day after we got back from the state tournament (last year), our mission was to get back up there and hopefully get ourselves in a position

as a lesson to the other teams in the Class 3A state tournament.

“I’m really pleased with the way the kids found a way to win,” Diehl said.

“Just that experience on Monday night is making me feel better, and I know it will make the kids feel better.

“We’ve talked about this for the five years I’ve been here — no matter what the score is, what inning it is, where we’re at in the lineup, that we’re going to find a way to get runners in scoring position and get runs in. Hopefully that sends a message to our opponents, too; that you can’t count us out. We’re going to keep coming at it for seven innings.”

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LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers agreed to terms with free-agent power forward Ed Davis on a twoyear contract worth $2 million, adding some depth to a severely understaffed frontcourt.

Davis, 25, averaged 5.7 points and 4.1 rebounds last season in 15.2 minutes a game for the Memphis Grizzlies.

The 13th pick in the 2010 draft had career highs of 9.7 points and 6.7 rebounds for the Toronto Raptors in 201213. He holds a player option for the second year of the contract.

The Lakers now effectively have 10 players on their roster — Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash, Jeremy Lin, Julius Randle, Jordan Hill, Nick Young, Robert Sacre, Kendall Marshall, Jordan Clarkson and Davis.

Of those 10, four are big men: Randle, Hill, Sacre and Davis.

Marshall and Clarkson currently hold non-guaranteed contracts, though Clarkson has played well on the Lakers’ summer-league team.

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QUESTIONS & ATTITUDE Compelling questions ... and maybe a few actual answers

HOT TOPICS: 3 ISSUES GENERATING A BUZZ

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A couple questions we had to ask — ourselves

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Would you feel safe passing Morgan Shepherd?

GODSPEAK: Of course, no problem, if I was in a Brink’s armored car.

KEN’S CALL: Not sure, but I’d like that better than him passing me.

So, your pick?

Lobsters might look prehistoric, but as long as they’ve been around, they’ve never learned to tell time, so I’d take the grandfather clock, purely for functional purposes. And speaking for everyone, it was nice to see Brad Keselowski escape the presentation at New Hampshire without losing a finger.

Is Brad Keselowski now offically “The Man” in NASCAR? GODSPEAK: “The Man” of the moment.

Don’t forget, there are 17 races left on the schedule.

KEN’S CALL: Until he gets Jimmie Johnson’s next shipment of Goodyears, yes.

Why was Joey Logano smiling through all that?

ONLINE EXTRAS news-journalonline. com/nascar facebook.com/ nascardaytona

FEEDBACK Do you have questions or comments about NASCAR This Week? Contact Godwin Kelly at godwin.kelly@newsjrnl.com or Ken Willis at ken. willis@news-jrnl.com

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Where does the lobster rank among racing’s best trophies?

In terms of history, nothing tops Indy’s Borg-Warner Trophy that goes to the winner of the Indianapolis 500.

Daytona’s Harley J. Earl Trophy has become fairly famous, even if it’s a bit odd to see a futuristic vehicle handed to a guy who wins the world’s most famous “stock” car race. Then you have the grandfather clock they give away at Martinsville, as well as the guitar at Nashville.

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They say a watched pot never boils, and this past weekend at New Hampshire, staring under the hood and hoping to see a few more horses appear wasn’t very fruitful for Junior.

This season is truly different for Dale Earnhardt Jr., NASCAR’s most popular driver for the past decade. Two years ago, the Earnhardt Nation would have celebrated a 10th-place finish by chanting and dancing around bonfires.

When Earnhardt finished 10th at New Hampshire on Sunday, he was disappointed, almost disgusted, that his No. 88 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy had been totally outclassed by several other stock cars.

The dissatisfaction was etched in his words, despite clinching a berth in the Sprint Cup Chase playoffs. “That was frustrating,” Earnhardt said.

“That was the hardest I’ve ever worked for a 10thplace finish. But we have been off all weekend. It’s been a real frustrating weekend, to be honest.

“The guys worked real hard. Steve (Letarte, crew chief) and the engineers did their best to try to get the car more competitive. Just to be lacking that much speed against a lot of those guys … I had to drive so perfect every lap. That was really frustrating.”

Earnhardt is having his best year since 2004, seemingly happy and building momentum and confidence. His struggle Sunday put a damper on the season-long party.

“We worked real hard to finish where we finished,” he said. “The guys worked their guts out every practice. We changed a lot of stuff on the car.

It was real disappointing not to have the speed a lot of those other guys had.”

On deck in two weeks is the Brickyard 400, staged at flat and narrow Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Earnhardt’s run in that race may foretell his championship ambitions.

“Pretty disappointing,” he said of New Hampshire. “We will go home and work on it and try to do better.”

Ken Willis has been covering NASCAR for The Daytona Beach News-Journal for 27 years. Reach him at ken.willis@news-jrnl.com

FEUD OF THE WEEK

WORSE THAN RAIN What’s worse than rain on race day? When a driver in contention for a victory hears his booming V-8 engine go quiet as the fuel tank goes dry. It happened to Jeff Gordon in the closing laps at New Hampshire.

He was running second when his Chevy’s motor shut down, requiring a push to pit road from a wrecker. “It’s all about wins right now,” Gordon said. “We’ve got to go for it, so I thought it was a great call even if we did come up short.”

RACING’S CRUELTY Aric Almirola was at the peak of his career when he captured the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona. Six days later, racing reality slapped the Tampa driver across the chops when he crashed heavily in practice at New Hampshire. Asked if the incident was less disappointing since he’s a Cup Series winner now, Almirola said: “No, it is still disappointing. It is always disappointing when you wreck a race car.”

GODWIN’S EARLY BRICKYARD PICKS Godwin Kelly is the Daytona Beach News-Journal’s motorsports editor and has covered NASCAR for 30 years. Reach him at godwin. kelly@news-jrnl.com

Let’s consider it one of the unintended consequences of the new Chase format. Logano has a pair of wins and is locked into the Chase, so while he wasn’t thrilled to be wrecked out of New Hampshire by 72-year-old Morgan Shepherd, he wasn’t nearly as mad as he would’ve been if it had cost him in a season-long points race.

All that changes after Week 26, by the way. Trouble will be given a wider berth.

Winner: Jimmie Johnson Rest of the top five: Kevin Harvick, Brad Keselowski, Tony Stewart, Kasey Kahne Dark horse: Danica Patrick Disappointment: Jeff Gordon

First one out: Justin Allgaier Don’t be surprised if: The question of Gordon’s age surfaces again before Indianapolis, where he won the inaugural Brickyard 400 — 21 years ago.

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Joey Logano vs. Morgan Shepherd: Logano was running in the lead pack when he tangled with backmarker Shepherd.

Godwin Kelly gives his take: “Logano can’t do much against 72-year-old Shepherd because he knows the AARP would quickly jump into the fray.”

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SPRINT CUP: Crown Royal Brickyard 400 (July 27) SITE: Indianapolis Motor Speedway SCHEDULE: July 26, practice (ESPN2, 9 a.m.), qualifying (ESPN2, 2 p.m.).

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WEEKLY DRIVER RANKINGS — BASED ON BEHAVIOR AND PERFORMANCE BRAD KESELOWSKI New guy at the top

JIMMIE JOHNSON A change of view

JUNIOR EARNHARDT Upset at 10th?

New world

JEFF GORDON No longer pretending to like soccer

KEVIN HARVICK Needs a week off

CARL EDWARDS One top-10 in past 7 starts

KYLE BUSCH

Shares hometown (Las Vegas) with Bryce Harper

MATT KENSETH Winless streak at 27

JOEY LOGANO Losing respect for his elders

RYAN NEWMAN Winless streak nearing one year

NEW HAMPSHIRE REWIND

Juan Pablo Montoya: No more fenders, but he got a trophy Former NASCAR driver Juan Pablo Montoya has enjoyed success this season after moving from NASCAR to the IndyCar Series. The media caught up with Montoya at Iowa Speedway, which hosted an IndyCar race last weekend, a week after Montoya’s victory at Pocono.

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“The track — when I came here — was brand-new. There were no bumps. It was really smooth. There is a big bump in the tunnel. Turns 3 and 4 are still pretty smooth, but now you run pretty close to wide open. Some people actually do run wide open all the way around.”

people are still around from back in the day — so they are happy for me. That is pretty cool. I still try not to get overly excited about it. It’s fun. I had a great time; the guys loved it. It was really good for Verizon and PPG and Hawk Performance, everybody that supports us, Chevy as well. I think it does build a lot of momentum. It gives a lot of confiHow much is having a victory now put dence that you can get it done.” a little more spring in your step?

Seven races to go, you are up to “People are happy because a lot of fourth in points — two races next

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“I think we have been doing a good job. We have been smart about how we run races. We just have to keep doing what we are doing. I told the guys this week it’s great that we won, but one thing is getting there, the other thing is staying there, and to stay there we are going to have to really step it up.”

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RULES: Continued from page 11A

can no longer hit a quarterback below the knees when he is in the passing motion.

Since targeting the head is also illegal, tacklers will be restricted to a specific area of contact.

“People have said, ‘Do you have a strike zone for quarterbacks?’ ” Shaw said.

“And there really is. Now you hit them above the knee and below the neck.”

Shaw emphasized that a

defender won’t be penalized if he is blocked into a quarterback’s knees.

“We’re going to use good judgment,” Shaw said. “This (rule change) is where the player is under his own control and goes low. That’s a foul.”

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hole the final day of that ’98 Open — which changed his life. Not necessarily for the better.

“It was my intention to turn pro the following week no matter what,” he told British Airlines magazine. “But I’d intended to do it quietly, get a few tournaments under my belt and get a bit of experience before going to qualifying school.”

However that miracle shot hoisted him into fourth place (Mark O’Meara won) and with headlines blaring and agents swirling he turned pro within hours. He missed the cut in his first 21 tournaments, and the elation — his and the country’s — turned to gloom.

“There was embarrassment, disappointment, despair, lots of emotions through that time,” Rose said, “but I never felt defeated. People ask me how I got through it. I actually had to take the Open Championship out of my mind. That was the skewing factor. I looked at my amateur career and that told me I had some talent.”

Public notice LEC COMMISSION MEETING July 07, 2014 The Law Enforcement Commission met in regular session on Monday, July 07, 2014. The meeting was called to order

by Cathy Dryden at 4:30 PM. with the following members present Dennis Brown, Gary Lybarger, and Warren Woods. Lois Monday was absent. Also present were Rick Piel, Paul VerMeer, and Sandy Hysell.

MINUTES: Motion by Brown and seconded by Lybarger to approve the minutes from June 02, 2014. All voting aye, motion carried.

CLAIMS: Motion by Brown and seconded by Woods to pay the following claims: All voting aye, motion carried.

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ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, motion by Woods and seconded by Brown to adjourn the meeting at 4:55 PM. All voting aye, motion carried.

ATTEST: Sandy Hysell, Auditor Cathy Dryden, Chair Pending Approval - Subject to Change NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CRESTON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION To Whom It May Concern: You are hereby notified that the Holy Spirit Church has requested rezoning from I-1 Light Industrial to C-1 Commercial, for the purpose of building a retail building on the following properties, to-wit: Lots 895, 896, 897 and the vacated portion of Oak Street lying between lots 895 and 896, Original Plat, Creston, Union County, Iowa.

More commonly known as 308 W Union Street, Creston, IA. You are further notified that the Creston Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding this request at 5:30 p.m. on the 4th day of August, 2014, at the Council Chambers, Creston City Hall/Restored Depot, 116 West Adams Street, Creston, Iowa.

You are further notified that you may appear at the above time and place, either in person or by a duly authorized agent or attorney, to make any comments you may wish concerning the proposed re-zoning request. If you are unable to attend in person, written comments will be received by the Planning and Zoning Commission at the time of the meeting and will be made part of the public hearing in this matter.

His subsequent pro career, beginning with two wins on the European Tour in 2002, told everyone. He then took Nicklaus’ Memorial Tournament and the AT&T National in 2010, the BMW Championship in 2011, the U.S. Open in 2013 and two more titles this year.

Rose, spending most of his time on the PGA Tour, is based in Florida, although he keeps a home in London. He understands the significance of the British Open for a Brit.

“I’ve tried to see it as my ‘home major’ before, but I am not paying attention to that now,” Rose said. “A major is a major. If Tiger is playing the NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING U.S. Open he doesn’t think, BEFORE THE CRESTON PLANNING ANDisZONING COMMISSION ‘This my home major,’ it’s To Whom It May Concern: just Youanother are herebymajor notifiedchampionthat the Holy Spirit Church hasthat requested rezoning from ship.

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THIS IS AN OFFICIAL NOTICE OF THE CRESTON PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION AND YOU SHOULD GOVERN YOURSELF ACCORDINGLY. Respectfully submitted, Kevin W. Kruse Zoning Administrator Regular Session July 07, 2014 The Union County Board of Supervisors met in Regular Session on Monday, July 07, 2014. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM with the following members present: Ron Riley and Dennis Brown. Lois Monday was absent.

AGENDA: Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to approve the Agenda.

All voting aye, motion carried.

MINUTES: Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to approve the minutes from June 30, 2014. All voting aye, motion carried.

OPEN FORUM: Andrew Collings from SICOG informed the Board of an informational meeting for the public about the airport zoning regulations that is to be held on July 23 at 6:00 PM at the meal site located in Creston City Hall.

ENGINEER: Steve Akes, Union County Engineer, presented and discussed the weekly maintenance activity report and updated the Board on construction projects and bridge repair options.

PUBLIC HEARING: Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to open the Public Hearing at 10:00 AM in the Board Room for a Confinement Feeding Operation Expansion at Sunrise Pork-Lorimor Site in Section 33 of New Hope Township . Roll call vote; Brown aye and Riley aye, and Monday absent, motion carried.

Present at the Public Hearing were as follows: Kent Krause, Karon Finn, and Jake Waddingham. No written comments were given to the Board of Supervisors but one oral comment was received by Morris Smith for the Board to vote against the expansion. No oral comments were received in the Auditor s Office but two written comments were received from Louis Ducommun and Supervisor Lois Monday, both against the proposed expansion, and read by Sandy Hysell, Union County Auditor. Kruse explained the expansion and went over the Master Matrix for the expansion at Sunrise Pork-Lorimor Site.

Finn handed out a water quality letter that was given out by the Des Moines Water Works, she expressed her concerns about the road, the smell of dead hogs, and read a statement against the expansion. The Public Hearing closed at 10:26 AM. Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to approve the construction permit application per the passing of the Master Matrix for Sunrise Pork-Lorimor Site. Roll call vote; Brown aye and Riley aye, Monday absent, motion carried.

AUDITOR'S QUARTERLY REPORT: Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to approve the Auditor's Quarterly Report for $277.50. All voting aye, motion carried.

HANDWRITTEN CLAIMS: Motion

by Riley and seconded by Brown to approve hand written claim #121247 to Tyler Insurance Services Inc., for the County's Liability Insurance in the amount of $154,906.50 and hand written claim #20140701 to Total Administrative Services Inc., for employee flex spending card administration fees in the amount of $494.00. All voting aye, motion carried.

FIREWORKS DISPLAY REQUEST: Motion by Riley and seconded

by Brown to approve the Fireworks Display Request by Midnight Rainbows to be shot off at 2921 HWY 34 in Thayer, Iowa on July 12, 2014 with a rain date scheduled for July 13, 2014. All voting aye, motion carried.

REAPPOINTMENT TO VETERAN AFFAIRS COMMISSION: Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to reappoint Sharon Moffitt to fill another three year term on the Veteran Affairs Commission Board. All voting aye, motion carried.

ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10:43 AM. ATTEST: SANDY HYSELL, AUDITOR DENNIS J. BROWN, CHAIRMAN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

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Auction Calendar Complete sale information is published in the Wednesday edition of the Creston News Advertiser and/or the Southwest Iowa Advertiser

Thur. July 17- 4:30PM Creston, IA. Modern Furniture, Household Goods, Tools, Auto, Antiques & Collectibles for Dorothy “Dot” Tilley Estate & Maxine McElroy Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Steve Bergren, Brandon Frey, Zach Ballard.

Sat. July 19- 10:00AM Rural Villisca, IA. Oak & Modern Furniture, Appliances, Vehicles, 1/16 Scale & Other Farm Toys, Antiques & Collectibles, Guns for Dean Gourley Estate & Joyce Gourley. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Steve Bergren, Brandon Frey, Zach Ballard.

Sun. July 20- 10:00AM Red Oak, IA. Collectibles & Primitives, Antique & Modern Furniture, Glassware & Crocks for Hawkeye Antiques. Auctioneers: Steve Bergren, Darwin West, Todd Crill.

Sat. July 26- 10:00AM Red Oak, IA. Household, Furniture, Collectibles, Car, Boat, Machinery, Caterpillar, Farm Items for Ralph Jackson Estate. Auctioneers: Steve Bergren, Tom Frey, Darwin West, Todd Crill.

Sun. July 27- 12:00PM Lorimor, IA. Shop & Hand Tools, 20’ plus bumper hitch flat bed tailer, NASCAR collectibles Merrill and Sandy Cornelison. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Brandon Frey, Zach Ballard.

Sun. Aug. 3- 11:00AM Mount Ayr, IA. Furniture & Household Items, Antiques, Collectibles, Motorcycles, Tractor, Shop & Tools, Yard Items for Gerald & Joan Wurster.

Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Steve Bergren, Brandon Frey, Zach Ballard.

Advertise your auction in the CNA Classifieds and we will include it in our “Auction Calendar.”

CDL DRIVER Iowa Select Farms has positions open for CDL Drivers responsible for transporting hogs between farm sites and to packer locations.

Drivers operate company-owned late model Peterbilt trucks and haul five days a week, home every day.

This position requires a Class A CDL with a clean driving record. Candidates must be dependable, detail-oriented and follow all regulatory, safety, biosecurity and record keeping protocols. Previous livestock hauling experience desired.

Drivers receive competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package that includes single/family health, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), life insurance, flex plan and vacation, holiday and sick pay with sick day payout. Get hired and refer a friend to any position within the company — employees receive a $1,560 referral bonus.

Apply online at www.iowaselect.com, contact Domingo Pedro at 641-347-5065 or stop by 101 North Douglas in Afton to complete an application.

Iowa Select Farms is an equal opportunity employer.

Creston News Advertiser Thursday, July 17, 2014

$50 or Less

For Rent

FREE to a good home: 1 BEDROOM APARTGuinea Pig, 641-202- MENT, stove and refrig8133. erator furnished, referGENESIS MOUNTAIN ences and security deBIKE, like new, head- posit required, 641-344light, taillight, 5762. speedometer, $50.00, FURNISHED 2 BED641-782-6759.

ROOM apartment in $750/mo., HP #74 BLACK INK Creston, cartridge, unopened, short-term rental availsleeps 4?, $5.00; FREE: 1950's era able, Voice of Music 3-speed washer/dryer, stove/ refurnished, record player; 641-782- frigerator 641-344-5478.

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For Rent

GROUND FLOOR 1+ BEDROOM apartment in Afton, newly remodeled, stove/refrigerator furnished, washer/dryer on premises; Efficiency Apartment, $375/mo.

641-344-5478.

2 BEDROOM HOUSE in Murray, close to school, major appliances included, no pets, no smoking, $500/mo. + deposit, references required, 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT; 1 bedroom 503-515-6035. apartment; efficiency New Today apartment; no pets, no smoking, 641-782CLEAN 2 BEDROOM 2310. apartment in Creston.

All utilities paid except 2 BEDROOM RANCH electric. Includes stove HOME, single car & refrigerator, washer & garage, available Aug. 1, dryer hookup, no smok- $675/mo., +$675 deing, no pets, call 641- posit, 636-284-9999; 344-8317 after 3 p.m.

641-782-4051.

Miscellaneous Garage Sale Northwest

GARAGE SALE

INVESTING? PROMISES OF big profits often mean big risk! Before you send money call Iowa Securities Bureau 1506 N. Elm 1-800-351-4665 or the Saturday, July 19 Federal Trade Commission at 877-FTC-HELP 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. for free information. Or Junior tops, sweaters visit their Web site at and sundresses size small; Junior jeans and www.ftc.gov/bizop. pants size 3 and 4; Hollister fur-lined hooded TO OUR winter coat size large; READERS Creston Publishing suede boots size 10; Company does not Misses tops and sunknowingly accept ad- dresses size M & L; vertising which is in fashion jewelry, misc. violation of the law.

GARAGE SALE We do not knowingly 307 N. Spruce accept advertising Friday, July 18 that is fraudulent or 4 – 6 p.m. has malicious intent.

Saturday, July 19 While we attempt 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. to screen advertising with potential of Clothes: boys to 10/12, fraud, it is impossible mens/womens to 2X; to screen all potential Nintendo DS & games; toys; shoes; DVDs; CDs; problems.

We strongly en- Kodak Easyshare digital courage readers to camera & printer; knickexercise caution and knacks; Christmas and common sense, par- other holiday decoraticularly when dealing tions and lots of misc.

Lots of items are 25 cents with unfamiliar companies.

Garage Sale Northwest

Garage Sale Southwest

YARD SALE

3 FAMILY GARAGE SALE

503 S. Park Friday, July 18 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.

502 W. Spencer Saturday, July 19 Saturday, July 19 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

8 a.m. - ?

Books; picture frames; All kinds of misc. mirrors; plate glass; fans – electric; marbles Everything must go!

1950s; air purifier; decGarage Sale orative push mower; antiques; 16 inch boys Southwest bike with training wheels; pink toddler bed and bedding; girls crib set; dehumidifier; curtains; dog training col607 McKinley St. lar; 12 volt battery Saturday, July 19 charger.

GARAGE SALE

8 a.m. - Noon “EVERYTHING MUST GO!”

Full figure women's clothing; purses; and more treasures than you can imagine!

“I love to shop... now you get a bargain!”

Cash, Cows, Corn, Cars- You’ll find them all in Classified Ads. 782-2141.

STOP CLOWNING AROUND! HAVE A GARAGE SALE

Applicants should have good communication skills and must be organized and able to work in a fast paced environment.

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to, safely weighing and positioning all incoming tankers, maintaining reefer units, completing all paperwork in a timely manner, and coordinating truck, tanker, and trailer maintenance.

Qualifications include: valid Class A CDL & tanker endorsement. Excellent attendance is required.

To apply, please come to the plant to fill out an application or you may contact Human Resources at 641-333-4700.

Michael Foods Egg Products Company Attn: Human Resources 1009 South Brooks, Lenox, IA 50851 Fax 641-333-4800 EEO/AAP

Assistant Manager

Part-time

**$250 Hiring Bonus**

Sales Associate

Opportunity for career development for creative person with strong leadership and motivational skills.

If you love fashion and great prices, you’ll love our store. Come be a part of our team.

• Sales • Customer Relations • Store Presentation • Opening & Closing Duties

are as good as gold!

641-782-2141 ext. 6441

Benefits Include: Health & 401K Apply in person.

1000 E. Howard Creston

782-5012 EOE • Drug Free

CARRIERS NEEDED in Lenox

Contact Sandy Allison Creston News Advertiser, 641-782-2141 x6451

Bunn-O-Matic currently has paid internship positions available for students interested in pursuing a career in Human Resources or Business. The Internship Program offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience to enhance their course of study and develop professional skills. If you are a student looking for a valuable professional learning experience, you won’t want to miss this opportunity!

Requirements: • Enrolled in a college degree program • Major aligns with Business or Human Resources Field • Pre-employment physical and drug screen To apply, submit cover letter and resume to: Eula Dolecheck eula.dolecheck@bunn.com or send to: 900 East Townline Road Creston, IA 50801 For further information call Eula at 641-782-8407 An Equal Opportunity Employer

Dial-AService

Position Available is: • Part-time keyholder & sales

Schweser’s offers a competitive salary and benefit package.

APPLY IN PERSON AT

Available position requires working a flexible schedule of 5-15 hrs. per week including some daytime, evening and weekend hours.

Uptown Creston

HELP WANTED

Creston News Advertiser Classifieds

Housekeeping

2420 Beechwood Ave., Kent, Iowa Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19 9 a.m. - ?

If raining, sale will be in two weeks.

Wood yard ornaments; tv stands; table saw; video games; dishes; antique radio-record player and radio; two glass top end tables; Tupperware; pots; pans; antique dresser; 2 bikes; books.

INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE

Michael Foods in Lenox has an opening on 2nd Shift (Monday-Friday and occasionally Saturday 2:45pm to finish) for a Shag Operator in our Receiving Department.

Responsibilities include:

HELP WANTED

Garage Sale Out Of Town GARAGE SALE

CALL CLASSIFIED 641-782-2141 EXT. 6441

Roll up the “cash” when you use the classifieds!

The Corning Municipal Utilities is seeking a qualified candidate to work in the electric department.

This position has work related to underground and overhead utility construction/ repair.

Candidate should have an electric background, able to work in a bucket truck, successfully complete journeyman lineman program, able to lift 50 pounds, and work in tight places.

Pick up an application or send resume to 601 6th Street Corning, Iowa 50841.

Additional information can be obtained by calling 641-322-3920.

Pre-employment drug test required.

Applications and resumes will be taken until 4pm on July 23rd, 2014

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Michael Foods, Inc. in Lenox, Iowa, has immediate opportunities for employment on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Michael Foods is a diversified food processor and distributor with businesses in egg products, refrigerated grocery products and refrigerated potato products.

Previous experience in food manufacturing is not required.

We will train people with a solid work history!

For further information contact Human Resources at (641) 333-4700 or come to the plant to apply Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

EOE/AAP

HOME SERVICES DIRECTORY Find the right people for the job, right here.

Computer Repair

Siding & Windows

BUILTNETWORKS, 805 Wyoming Ave, Creston, IA, 641-782-4765, Computer sales, repair, networking. Over 25 years experience. PC & Mac.

GAULE EXTERIORS Steel and vinyl siding, replacement windows and seamless guttering. Quality craftsmanship, over a decade of professional service in Southwest Iowa. 641-782-0905.

Place your business service ad here for $40 a month.

Call 641-782-2141 ext. 6441

WESTMAN WINDOWS. Replacement windows tilt for easy cleaning and rebates bays, bows, sliders, etc.

Any custom size and shape, 30+ years in Creston. I sell, service and install, for no-pressure estimate call Charlie Westman 641-782-4590 or 641-344-5523.

Glass QUALITY GLASS CO. Automotive, home, business and farm.

Commercial lock service and trailer sales. Hwy 34 East, in Creston 641-782-5155

BOWMAN SIDING & WINDOWS. All major brands of vinyl and steel siding, Heartland, Traco and Revere thermal replacement windows. Recipient of the Revere Premium Renovator Award. Seamless guttering and Leaf Relief gutter covers. 33 years of Plumber continuous reliable service in SouthSCHROEDER PLUMBING and west Iowa, free estimates, 641-322ELECTRICAL. Central air repair/ 5160 or 1-800-245-0337. new installations, new breaker Storage boxes, lighting fixtures, softeners, water heaters. Specialize in SHARP’S SELF-STORAGE Boats, manufactured and mobile homes. records, inventory, furniture.

Free estimates, licensed, insured, You store it, lock it, take the 641-202-1048. Accept Visa & key. Industrial Park, Creston, Mastercard.

641-782-6227.

It’s

time!

The weather’s warming, the sun’s shining and it’s the perfect time to gather up all those items taking up space in your garage, attic and basement, and sell them for cash at your garage sale.

Run your money-making garage sale ad in the CNA Classified and take advantage of these great deals!

One day Two days Three days

$12.00

$18.00

$25.00

$5.00

Add Southwest Iowa Advertiser for Please call or stop by with your ad before Noon the day before publication.

All ads are pre-paid. We accept cash, check, Visa or Mastercard.

Two Garage Sale signs absolutely FREE!

Don’t forget! A number of our rural readers receive the CNA & Southwest Iowa Advertiser the day after publication.

Plan ahead and run your ad a day early to allow these readers to see your ad in time to shop your sale.

503 W. Adams Street • Creston • 641-782-2141 ext. 6441 Office Hours: 8-5 Monday thru Friday • email: classified@crestonnews.com

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QUEENS:

Union County Princess contest Union County Fair princess candidates are: Ava Adamson Creston Age: 7 Parents: Ben & Nikki Adamson Sponsor: Studer Shorthorns (Creston) Kadley Bailey Creston Age: 6 Parents: Larry & Kelsey Bailey Sponsor: Bailey Feedyard (Creston) Kolbey Bailey Creston Age: 8 Parents: Larry & Kelsey Bailey Sponsor: Bailey Feedyard (Creston) Ashlyn Baker Creston Age: 8 Parents: Roger & Melissa Baker Sponsor: Roger & Melissa Baker Farms (Creston) Brenna Cass Afton Age: 6 Parents: Chad & Randi Cass Sponsor: Needham Dirt Work (Afton) Nevaeh Chesnut Adair Age: 7 Parents: Troy & Salina Chesnut

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Sponsor: Lone Star Cattle Co., Nathaniel Jackson (Kent) Sabra Forquer Afton Age: 7 Parents: Eric & Emily Forquer Sponsor: Ken & Pennie Cheers (Afton) Chaylee Needham Creston Age: 6 Parents: Chad & Jamie Needham SMALL-SPACES_2-column-by-2-inch_JULY-10-2014-CNA_FINAL.pdf 1 7/10/2014

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Sponsor: Rutledge Trucking (Arispe) Morgan Van Gelder Creston Age: 8 Parents: Brad & Terri Van Gelder Sponsor: Van Gelder Clothing (Creston) Charleze Watkin Creston Age: 6 Parents: Charles & Mary Watkin Sponsor: Watkin Barn 12:17:16 PM

Quilts (Creston) Charlotte Watkin Creston Age: 8 Parents: Charles & Mary Watkin Sponsor: Watkin Barn Quilts (Creston) Audrey Young Shannon City Age: 8 Parents: Clint & Ashley Young Sponsor: Young Fencing (Shannon City)

Waigand Sponsor: Wilbur-Ellis (Creston) Member of the Highland Highlights 4-H Club and Union County 4-H Youth Council.

Graduated this May from Creston High School. Participated in Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Student Government, National Honor Society, Winter Guard, golf, concert band, marching band, Color Guard, volleyball, choir, one-act plays, jazz band and softball.

Community Service/Activities: Youth Answering the Call of the Community (YACC), First Presbyterian Church member, March of Dimes fundraiser, Union County 4-H Beef Committee member and national anthem singer.

Hobbies: Sewing and fashion design, being outdoors, golfing and teaching swim lessons.

Future plans: Attend Iowa State University to study apparel, merchandising and design.

Charlene Watkin, 17 Creston Daughter of Charles and

Mary Watkin Sponsor: Watkin Barn Quilts (Creston) Member of the Wiggles and Wags 4-H Club.

Upcoming senior at Southwest Iowa Prairie Homeschool. Participates in home school theater, tutoring and mentoring.

Community Service/Activities: First Baptist Church Youth Group member, volunteer for tornado relief, community clean-up, tree planting, elderly care outreach, house painting, nursing home caroling outreach, missions trips, Iowa PKU Foundation volunteer, Creston Animal Rescue Effort, community meals, can drives and newborn screening awareness initiative.

Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, reading, riding horses and being outdoors.

Future plans: Following high school graduation, attend Faith Baptist Bible College.

The public is welcome to attend the Union County Fair Queen Coronation on Saturday, July 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the Union County Fairgrounds in Afton. Queens from the past 50 years will be recognized during the event.

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home furnishings

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• Furniture from $55 • Remnants from $60 • Wall Art from $25 • Futons from $399

We Specialize in Mexican & Italian Cuisine Different Specials every weekend “Come give us a try on the southeast corner of the Square”

call or visit our new website for store hours & product info!

183 E Kansas Street | Afton, IA 50830

641.347.8359

107 N. Elm in Creston • (641) 278-1008 • smallspacesllc.com

FREE Entertainment Events for YOU at The Union County Fair Afton, IA - July 19-24

Ray Thompson

Magic Show & Hypnosis

Donkey Races Sat., July 19 • 7:00 p.m.

Mr. Nick’s Entertainment Tuesday, July 22 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The above entertainment, plus FREE gate admission and breakfasts sponsored by the following: Outside Day Gate Sponsors: Sunday First National Bank Monsanto, DeKalb & Asgrow Tim Loudon Monday Advanced Ag Seed Tuesday Iowa State Savings Bank Wednesday Farmers Cooperative Company Thursday Crop Production Services NAPA of Creston

Monday, July 21 Tuesday, July 22 Wednesday, July 23 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.

PLUS! Kids Pedal Pull - Tuesday

Afton Lions Inflatables - Sat., Sun. & Tues.

Free Entertainment Sponsors

Appreciation Breakfast Sponsors Saturday Union County Fair Association Served by Union County Law Enforcement Sunday Gavilon Grain, LLC Green Valley Chemical H&H Fencing Wilbur - Ellis Monday M&M Travis Crop Insurance Company West & Frey Auctioneers Tuesday TBD Wednesday Farmers Cooperative Company Thursday Creston Publishing Company Draper, Snodgrass, Mikkelsen & Company Stalker Chevrolet, Inc. State Farm Insurance Ben Adamson, Agent

PURPLE RIBBON

Central Iowa Amusement First National Bank Iowa State Savings Bank

BLUE RIBBON

Afton Lions American Family Insurance, Katie Turner, Agent CHS Oil/Fuel Processing Creston Chamber of Commerce Gavilon Grain, LLC

Hayes Concrete Construction Company Ide Intake & Welding PCSB Stalker Chevrolet, Inc. T&S Industries Wilbur - Ellis

RED RIBBON

Agrivision Casey’s Farmers All Risk Crop Ins. Great Western Bank Mike’s Services Monsanto-DeKalb-Asgrow

S&L Custom Mowing State Savings Bank Titan Machinery TJ’s Bar & Grill UCDA Waigand Farms

WHITE RIBBON Afton Star Enterprise B&K Comm. Agri LTD Creston Automotive Elm’s Club Iowa Tool & Manufacturing John & Ann Coulter Kelly’s Korner 2, Inc. Kilgore’s Rental & Lease, LLC Pizza Ranch

Pokorny BP Purple Cow Antiques & Interiors/ Kansas Street Deli & Market R Realty Travis Crop, Inc. True Value Hardware & Rental & Java J’s Wilkey Tree Shearing & Services