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WATERMELON DAYS Lorimor’s Watermelon Days festival will be 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Saturday on Main Street in Lorimor. This year’s festival includes a 5K race, parade, food, games, live entertainment and more.

WEEK 3 PREVIEW Winterset and Creston/O-M collide Friday in the Class 3A District 8 opener for both teams. See game preview on page 8A of today’s paper >>

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Comedian Ricky Smith to talk #RAKE at SWCC

By KELSEY HAUGEN CNA staff reporter

khaugen@crestonnews.com

It doesn’t take much to help others.

Comedian Ricky Smith lives by this statement. He dreams of helping others as a full-time job and has begun to make a name for himself through the use of comedy and social media.

While Smith is still in the midst of a project with rapper Machine Gun Kelly (they drive a food truck around and give out free ice cream), he is also touring to promote his nonprofit organization: Random Acts of Kindness Everywhere

(#RAKE).

At noon Tuesday, the Cleveland, Ohio, comedian will perform his #RAKE act at Southwestern Community College (SWCC) in the Student Center. Though it is geared toward students, the free event will be open to the public.

“The way I was raised, when you do good, you don’t talk about it,” said Smith, 35. “But with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat and all these avenues, why not show yourself doing good to motivate and inspire other people?”

It all started when a group of his friends began making lunches for homeless people

and posting about it online using the hashtag “lunchbag.” Smith tried it for himself; he handed out pizzas to homeless people in Los Angeles and posted about it on social media.

From there, Smith decided to travel the country with nothing but his cell phone and photo ID, simply relying on mutual kindness to get him from one place to the next.

“I did 17 cities in 17 days,” he said. “A gentleman actually gave me his car, and a young lady gave me an (airline) buddy pass to fly and go get the car. It was crazy.”

Smith’s acts of kindness and trips across the country

Comedian Ricky Smith has made a name for himself by doing random acts of kindness and posting about them on social media to motivate others to do the same. Smith will stop in Creston on his Random Acts of Kindness Everywhere (#RAKE) tour Tuesday. He will perform at Southwestern Community College in the Student Center at noon.

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have substantially increased his following on social media (@rickonia and @rakenow are his Twitter feeds),

and he has gained attention from Comedy Central and Cartoon Network executives. He is now a writer for

“Black Dynamite,” a TV Please see SMITH, Page 2

Teacher leadership programs Key Iran vote impact local classrooms set in Senate, Democrats on track to prevail CNA photo by IAN RICHARDSON

East Union elementary school master teacher Angel Sorden, right, meets with pre-kindergarten through second-grade faculty Wednesday afternoon. East Union is in its second year using a state grant to fund the Teacher Advancement Program.

As East Union enters the second year of a state grant to fund its teacher leadership program, other area schools are beginning similar programs.

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By IAN RICHARDSON

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AFTON — As a state-funded teacher leadership grant enters its second year in Iowa, administrators and teachers at one of the first schools to receive the grant say it’s making a positive impact.

East Union was one of 39 schools to receive Iowa’s Teacher Leadership Compensation (TLC) grant for 2014-2015, the grant’s first year. The grant awards schools about $300 per student to fund teacher leadership programs.

Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad has called the TLC grant the “centerpiece” of an education reform package he signed into law in July 2013.

He projects it will send $150 million per year to schools once it’s been fully phased in. Whether schools apply for the grant remains a local decision, with the application process open through the end

of this year.

As of December 2014, 198 of Iowa’s 338 school districts have received TLC grants, including Nodaway Valley and Lenox. Creston Schools will be applying in October.

Teacher Advancement Program East Union used the TLC grant money to begin a teacher leadership program called the Teacher Advancement Program (TAP). TAP, which is used by several schools across the nation, involves two “master teachers” — one at the elementary level and one at the middle-high school level — whose full-time job is to regularly observe and meet with teachers in individual and group settings.

Under each master teacher are two “mentor teachers” who take 25 percent of their school day to also work with other teachers. Master or mentor teachers meet with each teacher in a one-on-one or group setting about once a week.

Jason Riley, who taught social studies last year and moved into the middle-high school master teacher role this fall, said as a teacher, he valued the increased Riley opportunities for feedback and the exchange of strategies the new program encouraged.

“If I had a question or an idea, Gail (Thatcher, last year’s middle-high school master teacher) was there for me to bounce ideas off of,” Riley said. “Being able to see things I normally wouldn’t or getting resources I don’t normally have time to get — as a teacher that was kind of nice.”

Elementary master teacher Angel Sorden, now in her second year in that position, said she has also heard mostly positive feedback from elementary faculty.

“We’re seeing teachers be supported in the classroom, and we’re seeing an effect of that,” Sorden said. “(Wednesday) morning, the teacher I met with commented, ‘I feel that I’m a better

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teacher because of everything we did last year. I’m trying things that I wouldn’t normally try.’”

Year two goals East Union’s administrators say the end goal of the program is to increase student achievement by using research-based teaching methods. As part of the program, East Union’s teachers are evaluated on how they use these methods in their classrooms.

“What we’re looking for are indicators,” said Joan Gordon, East Union’s elementary principal.

“They’re just good, basic, strong, effective teaching practices, Gordon and they can apply to any grade level and any subject area.”

Last year, Gordon said, the elementary leadership team identified these practices and worked to make them routine. This year, she said the plan is to look closer at each grade level’s needs Please see TEACHERS, Page 2

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Thursday afternoon vote in the Senate will seal the outcome of President Barack Obama’s nuclear deal on Iran.

Democrats are confident they have Obama the votes to block a disapproval resolution pushed by Republicans.

That will be an important victory for Obama on his top foreign policy priority, despite unanimous

GOP opposition.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is urging Democrats not to use procedural tactics to block final passage of the disapproval resolution. But Democrats intend to do just that.

For their part, House Republicans have abandoned work on the disapproval resolution after seeing it would probably get stopped in the Senate.

They are moving forward on other measures aimed at throwing up roadblocks to the Iran deal — but none of it looks likely to go anywhere.

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Bridge construction: If you’re traveling down Highway

34, be prepared to stop at the Skyline Bridge just east of Creston. Traffic is now one-way across the bridge as the Iowa Department of Transportation performs deck joint repairs and puts down erosion stone. Construction began Tuesday and could take six to eight weeks.

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Deaths Jodee Welch Creston

Jodee B. Welch, 58, of Creston died Monday, Sept.

7, 2015, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

Memorial Services will Welch be 5 p.m., Friday, Sept.11, at Pearson Family Funeral Service, 809 W. Montgomery St., Creston, with military honors by Theodore J. Martens VFW Post #1797. The Rev. Lauri Greenlee of Corning will officiate. There will be no public viewing. Family will receive friends at the funeral home following the service.

Memorials may be left to Creston Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E). On-line condolences may be left at www. pearsonfuneralhomes.com.

Jodee Bee Welch, daughter of Charles Franklin and Eleanor Elizabeth (Hunter) Mallory, was born on Jan. 13, 1957, in Long Beach, Calif. Jodee graduated from high school in California and

Dean Williams Prescott

Dewey “Dean” Williams, 69, of Prescott died Tuesday, Sept.

8, 2015, at his home.

Funeral Services Williams will be 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, at Pearson Family Funeral Service, 701 Seventh St., Corning, with the Rev. Steven Wainwright officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Prescott. Military honors will be provided by the Corning American Legion OURCQ Post #117. Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday and open visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the family, to be determined. On-line condolences may be left at www. pearsonfuneralhomes.com.

Dewey “Dean” Williams, son of Charles Dewey and Lula Elsie (Campbell) Williams, was born Sept. 3, 1946, in Massena. Dean graduated from Massena High School in 1964. He graduated from the Auto Body Technical School in Council Bluffs.

Dean entered the United States Army in 1964 and served his country during the Vietnam War. He was stationed in Thailand and North Carolina. His last duty assignment and major command was with the 519th Signal CO. TUSA. Dean was

enlisted in the United States Navy. She was stationed at the Naval Air Base in Belle Chasse, La. On Aug. 23, 2003, Jodee married Thomas Welch in Laughlin, Nev. and lived in Prescott, Ariz., before moving north of Corning from 2004 to 2013. They lived in Creston the past two years.

Jodee drove a semi-truck over the road for over ten years. She started trucking for Swift, and also drove for various other trucking companies over the years. Jodee later worked for Farley and Sathers Candy Company, now Ferrara, for four years until medical reasons forced her to leave.

Jodee is survived by her husband, Thomas Welch of Creston; daughters, Jodee (Raymond) Spencer of Mobile, Ala., and Samantha Lopatta of Savannah, Ga.; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; brother Charles (Grace) Mallory of Twentynine Palms, Calif., and two nieces.

Jodee was preceded in death by her parents; mother- and father-in-law, Carolyn and James Welch and daughter Nichole Jarrard. awarded the National Defense Service Medal for his service to his country. He was honorably discharged from active duty on Dec. 6, 1968.

On July 3, 1971, Dean married Madelyn Sue Hair at the Prescott Parsonage in Prescott. Dean and Madelyn made their home in Prescott the past 42 years.

Dean worked several places before he began working at Morgan Implement in the parts department. He then worked as a tractor mechanic at Wiechman Repair, and later as a mechanic at Miller Chevrolet in Corning. Dean retired from Bunn-O-Matic in Afton on April 18, 2015.

Dean was a former member of the Prescott American Legion.

Dean is survived by his wife Madelyn of Prescott; daughters, Dina (Jeff) Mitchell of Thayer and Candace (Rich) Stuhr of Massena; son Shane (Jennifer) Williams of Prescott; grandchildren, Jake and Kelsey Hoff, Ty, Devin, McKenna, Dillin and Dawsin Stuhr and Shelby Roberts; sister Sheila Brokaw of Lenox; brotherin-law Alfred Pepmeier of Wheatland and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Dean was preceded in death by his parents; mother- and father-in-law, Jeanne and Robert Hair; sister Coletta Pepmeier; brothers, Ronald, Delbert, Densmore and Hillis Gene Williams and cousins, Sid Wood and Bobby Dunn.

Today is Sept. 10, the 253rd day of the year. There are 112 days left in 2015. Below are news items from the Creston News Advertiser for this week (Sept. 7-13) in history.

5 years ago East Union School District’s decision to purchase Apple MacBooks for all high school students as a tool to “improve his/her education” was a bold reminder that traditional teaching may have slowly been fading. Parents of the students that received the laptops attended a 90-minute mandatory boot camp.

About 135 MacBooks were purchased by East Union for the initiative. Funding came from several areas but the majority came from a Microsoft lawsuit won by the state of Iowa. Cost for parents was only $38, a rental fee for the MacBooks that replaced the annual $38 fee for textbooks.

Orient-Macksburg schools also began its first year of a one-to-one laptop initiative with laptop roll out. O-M has about 70 students who received the MacBooks. A fee of $35 was assessed unless the student was on free or reduced lunch or any kind of fee waiver.

Bedford School District began its second year with one-to-one laptop initiative.

In 2009, Bedford was one of 12 schools in the state of Iowa using the initiative. In 2010, more than 40 schools were using the initiative.

Fred and Joyce Franklin and Gay Lynn Owens of Stewart Realty closed on the former Social Security Building, 213 N. Elm, on Sept. 3.

The Franklins, owners of

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Larry and Kelsey Bailey sit at a picnic table at their house in September 2005 as they discuss their custom cattle feeding operation. The Baileys finished 800 head of cattle for customers of Adams County Steer Carcass Futurity, plus others, that year.

Quilts & Other Notions located next door, planned on using the facility as a creative center for quilting/sewing events and classrooms.

10 years ago Four Creston residents were campaigning for two seats on the Creston School Board. Incumbents were Bobbie McFee and Barb Wilmeth. Challengers were Jerry Monday and Mendy Ritzman.

Creston High School’s new trophy case featured an artificial rock sculpture by Steve Conner depicting 22 school activities and topped by a black panther prepared by Conner Taxidermy. Conner obtained the animal through an acquaintance from Idaho at the World Taxidermy Show. The Conner family donated the display, while the Creston Activities Booster

using student data and having teachers work together to address needs. Sorden said those mainly involve reading and math.

Mark Weis, East Union’s secondary principal, said the middle and high schools also spent most of last year putting the program and these roles into place.

“I think in that first year you can’t really think that it’s going to change things that quick, but I think it’s really started to identify and started teachers thinking about what areas do I need to improve on,” he said. “We saw a lot of teachers basically getting together, collaborating, talking about what quality instruction looks like, talking about what they need to do to improve.”

In the future, the success of the program will be measured by student test scores and teacher evaluations. Riley said the middle school has already seen gains in reading scores, although whether that is attributable to TAP is hard

20 years ago The consensus at a public hearing in the Creston High School auditorium was to tear down the former high school located at 100 W. Irving St. The school board

hearing was to solicit ideas on what to do with the old building that had been vacant since October 1989. Board president Marion James told of tax credits that were part of SIRHA’s proposal to turn it into a low-income elderly housing facility had been denied by Iowa Finance Authority. Demolition costs were estimated to be approximately $300,000.

After two years of discussion and planning, SWCC had its first rodeo team. Richard Byerly, SWCC president, said it was one way to expand student opportunities. The 15-member team had started practice which included weight training and wind sprints in full gear—jeans, boots, chaps and spurs. The team planned to attend four rodeos in the fall and another six in the spring.

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Club contributed $10,000 for the trophy case that was built by former Creston teacher Jay Sweet from Clarinda.

Scott Finn, 1990 Creston High School graduate, won a national journalism award for excellence in the state government coverage from the Association of Capital Reporters and Editors. Finn’s indepth report was about West Virginia’s mental-health system budget cuts that had lead to record suicides and overcrowded hospitals. Finn had won 13 national journalism awards since joining the Gazette-Mail in Charleston, W.V. in 2001.

to tell this early.

Surrounding schools The Nodaway Valley School District applied for the TLC grant last year and is introducing TAP at its school this fall.

Superintendent Casey Berlau said the school adopted the program based on teacher interest.

“We felt like it could help us provide what we think is a missing piece,” Berlau said.

“There’s always that struggle of taking what we learn and work on in professional development and implementing it in the classroom, so the TLC grant allows us to implement a system that gives our teachers support.”

The Creston School District is also currently applying for the TLC Grant, which Kevin Teno, Creston’s director of educational services, said would amount to about $440,000 for the district. Creston will use the money to help fund its current teacher leadership system and hire more master teachers.

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series on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim.

Smith launched the #RAKE organization and charity fund with the goal of enriching others’ lives and encouraging people to “pay it forward.” The charity fund has enabled him to finance a nationwide blanket drive and put together kits of essentials for people in need. The #RAKE movement has begun to spread internationally, too.

While Smith enjoys helping those in need, he believes it is important to do nice things for all people and that any act of kindness, large or small, can make a difference.

“It sounds cheesy, but I see how small acts can get bigger through the trickle-down of

helping people,” he said.

Recently, one of Smith’s friends pointed out he hasn’t visited Iowa enough, so Smith has dedicated five of his tour days to Iowa. Creston will be his third stop.

“In the world we live in, the more respect and kindness we can show each other, the better off we all are,” said Terri Higgins Higgins, SWCC director of marketing and enrollment management. “#RAKE is a good reminder of how we should treat others, and he (Smith) presents it in a humorous manner, which might be a good way for it to sink in for students.”

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Thursday

Kent Dinner Club, 5:30 p.m., The Pizza Ranch.

Celebrate Recovery (a Christcentered 12-step program), 6 p.m., Crest Baptist Church, 1211 N. Poplar St. American Legion Auxiliary, 7 p.m., American Legion Post Home, 119 N. Walnut St. Gambler’s Anonymous, 7 p.m., Assembly of God Church, 801 N. Fillmore St., Osceola.

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.

Friday

Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 308 W. Union St. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) brown baggers, noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. No smoking.

Ladies Literary Circle, 1:30 p.m., hosted by Midge Scurlock.

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.

Saturday

Creston Men’s Fellowship non-denominational Bible study, 7 a.m., Windrow Restaurant.

Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 308 W. Union St. Family Caregiver Support Group, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Alzheimer’s Association office, 228 N. Pine St. For more information, contact Jaleyn at 641-782-4040.

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

Sunday

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. Hopeville Rural Music Reunion and Jim Overholtzer Memorial Cribbage Tournament, 12:30 p.m. at Hopeville, south of Murray.

Call Chris at 641-342-3960 for more info.

Markets Grain prices quoted at 10 a.m. today: • Farmers Co-op, Creston: Corn — $3.41

Soybeans — $8.42 • Gavilon Grain: Corn — $3.41 Soybeans — $8.57

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Greater Regional Medical Center Dana and Dena Morgan of Corning are parents of a son born Sept. 4, 2015. Jack Paul weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Grandparents are Dan and Kathy Morgan of Corning and John and Pat Jensen of Everly.

Sibling is Addison, 4.

—————— Bailey Ebrecht and Christian Yenzer of Bridgewater are parents of a son born Sept.

6, 2015. Noah Charles Yenzer weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19 inches long.

Grandparents are Julie and Barry Yenzer of Bridgewater, Lois Taylor of Creston and Jodie and Jeremy Ebrecht of Maryville, Mo. Great-grandparents are Stanley Yenzer of Des Moines, Patricha Gibb of Des Moines, Linda and Jeff Ibbotson of Creston and Gilbert and Mary Vasques of Texas.

Siblings are Lillian Yenzer, 8, Lorlye Yenzer, 6, Eliza Ebrecht-Haley, 4, Layla Yenzer, 4, Isabella Yenzer, 2, and Rayfe Yenzer, 1.

—————— Mario and DeNae Galanakis of Creston are parents of a daughter born Sept. 8, 2015. Ashtyn Rose weighed 8 pounds and was 21 3/4 inches long.

Grandparents are Paul Young and Cyndi Ensign of Defiance, Ohio, Mark and Lisa Ensign of Creston and John and Joni Galanakis of Greenfield.

Great-grandparents are Mary Keel and Katie Ensign of Defiance, Ohio and Paul and Lucy Eckhoff of Creston.

Siblings are Alainah, 6, and Aybri, 3.

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Miscellaneous Warrant, 12:18 a.m., Sunday, West Taylor Street.

Warrant, 12:19 a.m., Sunday, West Taylor Street.

Assistance, 8:32 a.m., Sunday, East Adams Street.

Traffic stop, 8:47 a.m., Sunday, West Devoe Street.

Assistance, 10:03 a.m., Sunday, West Adams Street.

Escort, 11:21 a.m., Sunday, Livingston Avenue.

Assistance, 2:40 p.m., Sunday, South Sumner Avenue.

Reckless driving, 3:31 p.m., Sunday, North Pine Street.

Traffic stop, 3:55 p.m., Sunday, Russell Street.

Assistance, 4:49 p.m., Sunday, North Maple Street.

Traffic stop, 6:49 p.m., Sunday, North Maple Street.

Talk to officer, 8:14 p.m., Sunday, West Jefferson Street.

Suspicious person, 9:51 p.m., Sunday, North Oak Street.

Harassing communication, 10:01 p.m., Sunday, North Pine Street.

Fraud, 11:28 p.m., Sunday, North Pine Street.

Suspicious vehicle, midnight, Monday, South Adams Street.

Assistance, 7:22 a.m., Monday, North Pine Street.

Welfare check, 9:25 a.m., Monday, West Adams Street.

Talk to officer, 9:47 a.m., Monday, North Pine Street.

Talk to officer, 2:51 p.m., Monday, West Montgomery Street.

Harassing communication, 2:04 p.m., Monday, North Pine Street.

Alarm, 4:59 p.m., Monday, East Townline Street.

Traffic stop, 5:36 p.m., Monday, Highway 34.

Traffic stop, 5:43 p.m., Monday, Laurel Street.

Traffic stop, 6:01 p.m., Monday, West Adams Street.

Traffic stop, 6:06 p.m., Monday, West Montgomery Street.

Theft, 6:06 p.m., Monday, West Adams Street.

Reckless driving, 6:20 p.m., Monday, North Oak Street.

Civil dispute, 6:24 p.m., Monday, North Birch Street.

Disturbing the peace, 6:55 p.m., Monday, North Lincoln Street.

Talk to officer, 7:58 p.m., Monday, North Pine Street.

Fighting, 8:29 p.m., Monday, West Taylor Street.

Fighting, 8:57 p.m., Monday, West Taylor Street.

Alarm, 10:22 p.m., Monday, Livingston Avenue.

Harassing communication, 5:56 a.m., Tuesday, North Sycamore Street.

Talk to officer, 7:51 a.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Disorderly conduct, 9:28 a.m., Tuesday, West Townline Street.

Accident, 10:11 a.m., Tuesday, West Prairie Street.

Information, 12:46 p.m., Tuesday, North Lincoln Street.

Welfare check, 1:26 p.m., Tuesday, North Oak Street.

Assistance, 1:42 p.m., Tuesday, South Peterson Street.

Shoplifting, 4:03 p.m., Tuesday, Laurel Street.

Theft, 5:09 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Bus violation, 5:19 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Talk to officer, 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, North Cherry Street.

Talk to officer, 5:33 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Animal call, 8:10 p.m., Tuesday, North Vine Street.

Talk to officer, 9:06 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Traffic stop, 12:45 a.m., Wednesday, South Sumner Avenue.

Traffic stop, 12:54 a.m., Wednesday, South Sumner Avenue.

Traffic stop, 7:51 a.m., Wednesday, North Mulberry Street.

Traffic stop, 8:01 a.m., Wednesday, West Howard Street.

Information, 8:22 a.m., Wednesday, Lake Avenue.

Fraud, 8:43 a.m., Wednesday, North Maple Street.

Accident, 11:08 a.m., Wednesday, West Townline Street.

Traffic stop, 12:18 p.m., Wednesday, North Lincoln Street.

Information, 12:21 p.m., Wednesday, Russell Street.

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The gas prices are starting to come down I see the gas prices are finally starting to come down now that we are past the Labor Day holiday.

Maybe we can see that one prefix on the front of a gallon of gas.

My understanding is that several states are already selling gas for less than $2 per gallon. I came through Clarinda and Bedford on Sunday and they both had gas at $2.19 and $2.29 per gallon on unleaded. It was still $2.37 a gallon as of Wednesday here in Creston. I was watching a couple of the national gasoline “experts” on TV the other day and they seem to think that a raw barrel of crude may get back down into the $35 range from the current $45.

It may not help the employment of the oil companies, but it will sure put a lot of money back into the

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pockets of U.S. citizens.

Apples I also stopped at the Ladoga LaBlanche Orchard just west of Bedford on Highway 2 on my way back from the Husker game. The apples are looking good this year.

Plus with all the rain this year, they are in excellent shape. The apples straight off the tree are firm, crisp and juicy. The orchard is open on Fridays and Saturdays with several different kinds of apples available.

The orchard is run by Steven and

Cynthia Wainright. Just look for the old-fashioned schoolhouse right next to the highway.

Football Today is the day that fantasy football players have been waiting for.

The NFL football season starts tonight. There are more than 60 million fantasy players now.

Iowa vs. Iowa State This weekend is the annual Iowa versus Iowa State football game. It should be a good game. Both teams did well in their season openers. I will give the nod to Iowa State, but only because it is a home game. I would not be surprised to see Iowa win. They seem to have the better offense of the two.

Grandparents This Sunday is Grandparents

Day. I’m guessing that if you still have grandparents you could take them out for dinner or else have them over for Sunday brunch. My grandmother used to babysit us since both of my parents worked.

So, I have lots of memories of good old Grandma. I can remember when I was young that I use to spend the night with my grandpa.

He would let me do just about anything, including sawing through the back porch railing! My mom didn’t think it was very neat, but Grandpa thought it was wonderful!

Rain It just doesn’t seem to quit this year. My rain gutters, like everyone else’s, have been getting a workout.

The other thing there is plenty of, because of the rain, is bugs. I was

working in the yard the other night, and I had to run for my life to get away from all the mosquitos. Plus, we also have some extra-large spiders lurking around the foundation this year.

Balloons Next weekend is Balloon Days here in Creston. There may not be quite as many balloons this year because a number of the balloonists are retiring. But, it should still be a great sight with all the balloons that do show up. I have a houseful coming for all the festivities. Several of the guest are participating in the walk Saturday morning.

Thought for the week: “Pennies do not come from heaven. They have to be earned here on earth.” — Margaret Thatcher

The National Football League season begins tonight HOLLYWOOD — God Bless America, and how’s everybody?

The National Football League season begins tonight with the New England Patriots hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers. It caps a tumultuous few days. It didn’t go unnoticed that Kentucky jailed Kim Davis the same week the Eagles cut Tim Tebow, indicating that the War on Christianity is in full swing.

Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis emerged triumphant from six days in jail after she refused to sign gay marriage certificates. Before going to jail, she looked sour and very unhappy, but she came out of jail looking jubilant. It just shows how sex in the shower can brighten your entire outlook on life.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady confirmed in a radio interview Tuesday that he is a Donald Trump fan. He admitted he and his wife are going through a rocky time. Of course if Tom Brady cheated, we know he’ll never admit and we’ll never find out because the cell phone was smashed.

Fox News star Bill O’Reilly is set Friday to release his new book Killing Reagan. He also wrote Killing Lincoln, Killing Kennedy, Killing Jesus and Killing Patton.

Most middle-aged men with low self-esteem just buy a Ferrari, they don’t kill off every man with more Twitter followers than they have.

ABC World News Tonight reports Eli Lilly is asking the Food and Drug Administration to allow Cialis to be sold over the counter by next year. That’s just in time.

Over eighteen million American men have erectile dysfunction but doctors say that number could

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double if Hillary gets elected president.

Hillary Clinton spoke to ABC News and finally apologized for using private e-mail as Secretary of State. She erased it, depriving history of learning what Hillary and President Obama actually did the night of the Benghazi attack. Hillary Clinton’s motto is, if two wrongs don’t make a right, try three.

Hillary Clinton told ABC Tuesday that Joe Biden would make a fine president. However, earlier in the day, she confidently declared that she hopes America is ready for a woman in the Oval Office.

That was the great thing about her husband Bill, he was always ready for a woman in the Oval Office.

Guatemala’s elections got underway Monday and CNN reported that a TV comedian is leading all candidates after the first round of voting. It isn’t the first time a TV comedian has gotten this far.

Everyone’s calling their lawyers to find out if Donald Trump is allowed to run in two countries at once.

Donald Trump said his experience as a builder will guide his foreign policy in Iraq. He’d get rid of ISIS by tearing down their cities and rebuilding them. We tried bombing Iraq, we tried invading Iraq, we tried occupying Iraq and we have tried leaving Iraq but no one has thought of gentrifying Iraq.

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Mexican donkeys and happy days FISHTRAP HOLLOW, Miss.

— I had decided it was time to write a political column. If nothing else, to let the half of my readership who routinely admonishes me against writing political columns know I wasn’t listening.

“You’re not qualified to write about politics,” someone who disagrees with my opinion will declare each time that I do. I shake my head in wonder that anyone could imagine there’s a place where the likes of Rush Limbaugh and Ann Coulter line up and receive political commentary certificates. Qualified? Now there’s a couple of pedigreed pontificators.

As someone who has written about politics whenever it moves me for 40 years, I know for certain you don’t have to be an older white man in a bow tie to hold forth. Anyone can do it. A few of us even get paid to do it.

I don’t do it often, because the older I get, the more it bores me.

I have sensed a pattern in politics, as in all of life. But I can’t let my detractors think they, instead of sheer boredom with the process, have silenced me.

So I was about to sit down and commence on Trump and all things ridiculous and reactionary when my two dogs began barking their heads off.

Three donkeys were standing in the driveway. It was as if Harry Truman had sent them down from

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the Happy Days Again Ranch on High to inspire my writing. I couldn’t believe my eyes.

If they had been llamas, just another day at the office. A neighbor down the way raises llamas that take a field trip away from their own field every now and then.

And goats wouldn’t have been a big surprise. Neighbors in the opposite direction harbor goats. I get the occasional cow, and a horse or two has spent an afternoon in the hay field.

Stray dogs and cats are dropped here, at the end of the road, with a regularity that’s depressing. Our county sees no need for an animal shelter, so lowlifes often drop a litter by the mailbox.

But the donkeys were a new wrinkle. I called the sheriff’s department, and by and by they sent a deputy who had no clue what to do, either. The donkeys were tame and wore halters and ran toward me instead of away when I tried to shoo them from a potted chrysanthemum.

“I just don’t know, ma’am,” the deputy said, joining me in staring at the three animals — two black,

one white -- that were, in turn, staring down my concrete pig. Already he had made phone calls to the usual animal-harboring suspects.

“If we find the owner, they’ll have to pay for any damage.”

Hardly the point. I knew somebody somewhere had paid for these sleek beauties.

My road doesn’t get much traffic, so I left the donkeys grazing in my unfenced field and went inside to make sure I wasn’t the only columnist in the nation who hadn’t weighed in on Donald Trump. I looked out later and a nice couple was hitching the three donkeys to the back of a truck to lead them home, a couple or three miles away. The trio had been missing since 4 a.m., the wife said.

I asked the donkeys’ names, but the lady said their papers had Mexican names she couldn’t pronounce. Maybe Donald Trump has a point about immigrants.

They wander around causing trouble. *** Rheta Grimsley Johnson’s most recent book is “Hank Hung the Moon ... And Warmed Our Cold, Cold Hearts.” Comments are welcomed at rhetagrimsley@aol.com. (c) 2015 Rheta Grimsley Johnson Distributed by King Features Syndicate

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5 tips for creating fall curb appeal (BPT) — Soon, all things pumpkin spice will be here, including the home visitors that bring them. In preparation of the door bell ringing, create a little spice of your own with some seasonal curb appeal. You don’t have to limit yourself to pumpkins and hay bales - below are tips and projects for sprucing up your home’s view from the curb this season.

Front door, first impressions Your front door is one of the first things people notice about your home. Give your door a fresh face with a coat of paint in a bold fall color to draw the eye to this focal point of your home.

Another project is to replace the door entirely.

Consider options with decorative glass accents, and stunning sidelights (windows on either side of the door) to add more natural light while maintaining a sense of style and privacy.

Plus, as temperatures start to drop, Energy Star -qualified entry doors, like those from Pella, will help maintain your home’s energy efficiency. For entry door inspiration check out Pinterest, your resident showroom or your local home improvement store.

Accessorize with new hardware Replace your front door hardware for a quick, easy facelift. Choose hardware finishes that compliment

Real Estate Report WE NEED LISTINGS

As you can tell from the listings and sales below, we’ve been very busy this past month. If you list with us, we’ll do our best to sell it for you. If you list with another agency, we’ll sell that also. We’re also happy to let other agencies sell our listings.

Inventory is low so we need more now!

Information for you: Our Bluegrass MLS has joined with other Multiple Listing Services in Southwest Iowa. We will be having a new web address: http://wcir.rapmls.com.

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www.rrealtyofcreston.com light fixtures, mailbox and house numbers for a polished, cohesive look. You’ll be delightfully surprised what a difference new hardware can make in creating an updated look to your home.

Refresh exterior body and trim colors For a dramatic change, repaint your home’s exterior. It’s bold and can make your home stand out from

other homes on the block.

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To make an impact with a smaller change, add new trim colors. When updating trim, choose color schemes that match your home’s primary exterior color, or complement it with a fresh twist.

Create points of interest with plants You don’t have to stop enjoying beautiful plants and flowers simply because

summer is over. Add pops of color by arranging pots filled with hearty fall flowers like mums, sedum or asters around your front door, or on a porch or deck.

Incorporate planters or container gardens of varied sizes, shapes and colors to add visual interest.

Accent with lighting As summer light fades into shorter, darker days, add exterior accent lighting

Standing water in your yard?

Solve your drainage problems in three steps (BPT) — Whether it’s the result of melting snow or a heavy rainstorm, standing water in the backyard is an unwelcome sight for any homeowner. While it’s unsightly and robs your yard of valuable green space, standing water can also cause excessive damage to your home’s foundation and even damage hardscape areas such as patios.

These problems can cause thousands of dollars in repairs if left unaddressed.

So what can you do to rid your property of standing water and to prevent longterm structural damage to your home? Start with these steps.

1. Identify the problem areas The first thing you should do is to identify problem areas, areas that routinely fill with water or could be potential targets for standing water. Look for low spots in your yard, especially areas near the home’s foundation or hardscape where standing water could result in immediate damage.

Areas of concern near your home could also be the result of rain water runoff from the house itself. Check to see that your downspouts are not obstructed in any way and inspect your driveway to see if water is accumulating near the garage door. Water in this region can easily enter your home. Another thing you can do is consult with your neighbors to see if they are experiencing any flooding issues. If they are, it may be a sign that you live in an area with a high water table. Online tools are available to help you identify sources and solutions for your drainage problems.

2. Solve your drainage problems Once you have identified the problem areas on your property, it’s time to determine how to fix it permanently. Most people try to

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You may have also heard the term “French drains” used as a drainage solution and wondered how that helps. French drains are comprised of a trench filled with gravel and perforated

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3. Alternative drainage solutions techniques: Lean on landscaping For standing water danger areas farther away from the home, a landscaping project can offer a scenic solution. Consider building a rain garden in the wet region with prairie plants such as purple cone flowers or black-eyed susans.

If you have the space, willow, river birch and bald cypress trees all thrive in areas where their roots will

be constantly wet. These landscaping ideas can help you combat standing water problems however you cannot rely on the plants alone to handle your water issue.

They will be of some help, but you will need a more permanent drainage solution like those discussed above in order to protect your home’s foundation.

If seasonal weather changes make your home feel like pond-front property every year, you don’t have to put up with it. And, given the potential for significant structural damage, you shouldn’t. Solving your drainage problems starts with understanding the unique situation on your property and acting efficiently.

to the front of your home.

Illuminate a walking path with ground-insert solar lights. Or consider solar spotlights to bring out landscaping or to shine on your updated front door. Install matching light fixtures outside your front door, garage door or patio door to provide well-lit entrances that are stylish and inviting to neighbors and guests.

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How to tackle your home’s stubborn stains and odors (BPT) — From wall stains to washing machines, indoor stains and smells can be a challenge to tackle. Luckily, there are surprisingly simple methods to erase them for good. Here are a few tips to freshen up the most stubborn spots in your home.

Conceal wall stains with primer Have your kids made artwork of your walls, or has your leaky roof caused a water-damaged mess? Tough wall stains like these can be hard to get rid of, but are easily sealed by applying a high-quality, stain-blocking primer. For example, KILZ Hide-All Primer Sealer covers problem areas on surfaces from drywall and woodwork to concrete and brick.

It even masks over dark stains without allowing color to bleed through. With only a one-hour drying time before applying a topcoat, this is the perfect one-weekend project to cross off your list.

KILZ primer can also seal off odors caused by pets or smoke.

Eliminate refrigerator odors Refrigerators are subject to a variety of spills and odors. Making time for fridge maintenance can help prevent unusual odors and keep your food fresh longer.

To cleanse and polish your fridge, begin by emptying the contents of your fridge and throwing out, recycling or composting any food that is expired or beginning to smell.

Next, pull out any removable drawers or shelving and place them in the sink.

Using a damp, soft cloth or non-abrasive sponge, wipe down these pieces, the interior of your fridge and the door with a multi-purpose cleaner. Or, mix two tablespoons of baking soda with one quart of hot water for a natural soap alternative.

Don’t forget the seams of

the shelves and rubber door seal.

If your fridge requires an extra-deep cleaning, unplug it while you work to avoid wasting energy. Before putting all of your food back into the fridge, wipe down the exterior of each jar or container with a damp cloth.

Repeat this process every two or three months for the best results.

Make grout lines shine Tile surfaces are prone to dirt and debris, especially in bathrooms or high-traffic areas. To keep tile looking fresh and new, grab an old toothbrush or electric toothbrush for a deeper scrub.

Before you start, wash the surface with water then mix two parts baking soda with one part water. Scrub the resulting paste into the cracks and crevices, then douse with water again. If the grout lines are stained, spray a mixture of equal parts vinegar and warm water onto the area and brush. After a final rinse, the grime will be gone.

Prevent a moldy washing machine If you own a front-loading washing machine, you’ve probably noticed the unpleasant smell that can linger after completing a load of laundry. Despite being more energy-efficient, these machines have a tendency to hold odors and harbor mold.

To clean and prevent grimy buildup, try this: instead of detergent, cycle two cups of vinegar and a quarter-cup of baking soda on a hot setting.

When it’s done, use a clean sponge to scrub down the inside. Finally, rinse with a plain-water cycle, and you’ll see (and smell) the results.

Whether in the kitchen, bathroom or laundry room, tricky stains and odors in your home can be a tough job, but with these four tips you’ll be able to eliminate a few messy tasks in no time.

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— Janet, via email Wow! Those are awfully strong words. If someone is being courteous, what is the harm? The other driver (would you have the same reaction if the driver was female?) probably is just being nice. Readers, what say you?

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Most automatically think “bleach” to whiten, but stop!

Chlorine bleach breaks down fluorescent brighteners that manufacturers use in a lot of white fabrics, even bath towels. How crazy is that? Don’t use chlorine bleach on white towels?

Mix up a solution of equal parts hydrogen peroxide (3 percent), baking soda and water. Put the clothes in the washer, turn the water on until it fills the tub, then pour in the magic formula. Let sit for five to six hours, then wash as usual. Stains happen, no matter what. I’ve amassed my most helpful stain-removal hints and formulas into a handy pamphlet. Please send a long, self-addressed, stamped (70 cents) envelope, along with

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Horoscope Friday, Sept. 11, 2015 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Unexpected travel that is work-related might occur today. However, this is such a good day for work, some of you will get a surprise raise or, at least, praise. Finally!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) This is a fabulous day to schmooze with others. Enjoy sports events, all social occasions and fun flirtations.

Playful activities with children will delight you.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) This is an excellent day to explore real-estate opportunities. It’s also a good day to entertain at home, because family members feel warm and generous to everyone, as well as to each other.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’re in a positive frame of mind, and this alone will make today a happy, upbeat day for you. Enjoy conversations with siblings, relatives and neighbors. Short trips will be pleasant.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Look for ways to boost your income, because they exist today. Work-related travel is likely. Don’t be afraid to think big when it comes to your financial dreams.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Today the Moon is in your sign, lined up with lucky Jupiter. This makes you sympathetic and generous to everyone. You feel healthy, optimistic and lucky to be alive!

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You have a warm feeling in your tummy today, because life feels good. Actually, for a number of reasons, you have more faith and hope in your own future. This is good.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Friendships are warm today. If involved in a charitable organization, you will make great headway, because people will pull together to benefit those who are less fortunate.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Conversations with people in authority will be positive today. People see you as successful and warm in your dealings with others. They believe in you. (Gosh.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Continue with your big ideas for future travel.

Likewise, plans for further education and training look great.

Expect success when dealing with foreign countries or people from other cultures.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This is an excellent day to discuss shared property, inheritances and how to divide something. It’s also a good day to ask for a loan or mortgage.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Relations with partners and close friends are positive today. One reason for this is that all parties feel warm and generous to each other.

YOU BORN TODAY You have

a strong social conscience and will fight for the rights of those who are oppressed. Personally, you are free-spirited, nurturing and theatrical. If necessary, you will use the power of shock and awe. This year is the beginning of a fresh, new nine-year cycle for you. Open any door! Start a new business activity.

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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. Monday, 6 p.m. CLADD meeting-church basement. Tuesday, 8:30 a.m.

Mass. Wednesday, 6:15 p.m. religious education class; 6:30 p.m. devotions.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship; 5:30 p.m. potluck supper, open to the public; 6:30 p.m. Sunday evening worship service. Aspire Food Pantry dropoff site.

Arispe

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship.

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.

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. AWANA, Clearfield Community Center.

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, 782-5594.

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.

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

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Bible school; 11 a.m. worship; 6:30 p.m. worship. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Bible study; and youth meeting.

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

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Praise and Inspiration, Mallas,’ leader; prayer service after Praise and Inspiration, Ray Powell; 9:30 a.m. church school classes; 10:30 a.m. morning worship, Ray Powell, presider; Ron Ellis, speaker.

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

Today, 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery; 7 p.m. free concert at Crest: Matt Baird from The Spoken; 9 to 10 p.m. C-Salt college ministry (SWCC, Rm. #120, IC bld., www.crestonsalt.com).

Saturday, 8 a.m. prayer meeting.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Bible study (all ages); 10:45 a.m. worship service; 6 p.m. cancer care ministry training. Wednesday, 7 a.m. prayer meeting; 6:30 p.m. youth ministry, Team-Kid, divorce care.

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

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship service and Lord’s table; 10 a.m. Sunday school promotion; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school hour; 3 p.m. Deacons’ meeting-south room; 6 p.m. family worship service. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

AWANA open house and registration Pre-K through 8th grade, senior high youth group; adult prayer meeting and Bible study.

Thursday, 7 p.m. Riley missionary circle - welcome center.

Friday-Saturday, ladies’ renew conference-IRB Camp.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 301 E. Townline St., Tony Thurston, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship. Monday, 1:30 p.m. Tootles (games/crafts) in fellowship hall. Wednesday, 6 p.m. praise and worship service; 7 p.m. board meeting. Thursday, 2 p.m. Mary Circle; 7 p.m. Rebecca Circle.

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, pastor; Mary O’Riley, pastoral intern.

Thursday, 5:30 p.m. mission.

Friday, 1:30 p.m. crafting workshop. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. adult Sunday school begins; 10:30 a.m. worship service-Communion. Monday, Labor Day - office closed. Tuesday, 1 p.m. Stitch, Knit and Quilt; 4 p.m. Deacon’s work Open Table. Wednesday, 9 a.m. pastor’s Bible study; 5:30 p.m. Joyful Noise; 7 p.m.

SESSION. 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 DELIVERANCE INTERNATIONAL, 306 N. Oak St., 641-278-1173, Apostle JoAnna King. www.godsoutreachdeliveranceintl.com.

Thursday, 6 p.m. Women’s Bible study. Friday, 6 p.m. Friday Night Fire service at 306 N Oak St. Sunday, 9 to 10 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service. Monday, 4 to 5:45 p.m. children’s ministry (preschool through 11 years old); 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. youth ministry (12 years old and up). Wednesday, first and third, 7 p.m. Men’s Bible study.

The Orient Plymouth Congregational Church, 311 W. First St., will be serving a chicken and noodle dinner 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, as a part of Pumpkin Days until the food is gone.

Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Creston and St. Edward Catholic Church in Afton will begin the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Class 7 p.m. Sept. 17 at Holy Spirit Parish Hall, 107 W. Howard St., Creston. The group will meet on Thursday evenings through Easter 2016. It will be for those who are interested 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; 4 to 7 p.m. food fair on St. Malachy school grounds. Monday, 1:30 p.m. council of Catholic women - Holy Spirit Hall; 5 to 6 p.m.

Adoration - St. Malachy Chapel; 6 p.m. Mass - St. Malachy Chapel; 6:30 p.m. CRHP ladies group hall. Tuesday, noon to 5 p.m.

ReRun shop; 7 p.m. parish council meeting - St. Malachy School.

Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. Mass - St. Malachy School; noon to 5 p.m.

ReRun shop; 7 p.m. religious education class for grades 1 to 8 and registration - St. Malachy School. Thursday 7 a.m. Mass St. Malachy Chapel; 7 p.m. RCIA - hall.

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 515473-2527.

Saturday, noon worship.

Sunday, 1:30 p.m. worship.

PLATTE CENTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2396 Eagle Ave., south of Creston, Rev. Delores Doench, pastor.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. coffee/fellowship time; 10:30 a.m. church service.

SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, 602 W. Townline St., 641-7822920. 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.

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You will be blessed as they share their hearts through testimony and song. A light supper will follow the concert. This is your special invitation to attend.

The menu includes chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, green beans, pie and drink.

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

Harbour Lights to appear in concert Harbour Lights, a southern gospel quartet, will appear in concert 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 13, at the Orient Plymouth Congregational Church, 311 W. First St., in Orient.

Based out of the Winterset area, this southern

in learning more about the Catholic faith, joining the Catholic faith or for Catholics who have not received all of the Sacraments of Initiation (First Communion or Confirmation). If you are interested, come to the meeting.

You are welcome to bring a friend. For questions, call the parish office at 641-782-5278.

Saturday, 10 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, 641782-5095, http://TrinityCreston. org.

Mount Ayr: Sunday, 8 a.m.

Divine service.

Creston: Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Divine service with Holy Communion; 11 a.m. Bible classes and Sunday school. Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool. Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. preschool; 6 p.m. confirmation class. Thursday, 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool.

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

Friday, Food pantry pickup in Des Moines in the morning, 1 to 3 p.m. food pantry delivery to UCC, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting. Sunday, 9:15 a.m. worship service; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. food pantry distribution. Monday, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting. Tuesday, 9 a.m. to noon pastor’s office hours; 3 to 5 p.m.

Crisis Fund Center open; 5 to 6 p.m. Open Table (Presbyterian Church Deacons). Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. TOPS.

Cromwell

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. quilting. Wednesday, 1 p.m. quilting.

Diagonal

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

EBLEN CONSTRUCTION CO. Earth Moving, Tiling and Conservation Work 1676 E. Adams • Creston 641-782-4029

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Bruce Giese, 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, office 641-7430221. Website: www.welcometocornerstone.org.

Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Awana leaders and volunteers meeting at Cornerstone. Friday and Saturday, women’s retreat at Hidden Acres. Sunday, 9:30 a.m.worship service; 11 a.m. pastoral search team meeting; 11:10 a.m.-noon Christian living classes; noon Elders meeting; noon Deacons meeting; 6-8 p.m. life groups. Tuesday, 1-2 p.m. women’s prayer gathering at Cornerstone. Wednesday, 6:208 p.m. AWANA; 6:30 to 8 p.m. youth group at Greenfield City hall.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 303 N. E. Elm St., 641343-7065, Kenneth Gross, pastor.

Website: www.stjohngreenfield. parishesonline.com.

Saturday, 5:15 p.m. Mass - St. John’s. Sunday, 10:15 a.m. Mass - St. John’s. Wednesday, 6:20 to 7:30 p.m. faith formation, preK through eighth grades. Thursday 8:30 a.m. Mass - St. John’s.

Massena-Sunday, 10:15 a.m.

Mass - St. Patrick’s. Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. Mass - St. Patrick’s.

Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. Mass - St. Patrick’s.

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.

Lacelle

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., Karla Lyddon, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. adult Sunday school; 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, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship. Wednesday, 6 p.m. meal and study.

MERCER CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, four miles north, four miles west of Lenox, Marcia Cline, pastor.

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

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

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Bible studies, 10:30 a.m. worship service.

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, 641-333-4214.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service. First and third Sunday, youth fellowship. Wednesday, Evening Bible study.

Lorimor

CHURCH OF GOD, Ben Turner,

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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, 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. and 6 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.

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The Numbers Game

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SPORTS

Panthers, Huskies collide in district opener Friday Huskies (1-1) boast experienced defense

By LARRY PETERSON CNA sports writer • lpeterson@crestonnews.com

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Cards rally ST. LOUIS — Stephen Piscotty doubled in the winning run, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 4-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday afternoon, avoiding a three-game sweep.

The Cardinals scored three times in the eighth to take the win.

Matt Carpenter scored two runs and tripled for the Cardinals.

The triple and first run came in the first and that was it off Cubs starter Jon Lester, who left after seven dominant innings, retiring 20 of the final 21 hitters he faced.

Carpenter’s eighth inning single drove in the first run of the inning, bringing the Cardinals within 3-2.

Cardinals starter Carlos Martinez gave up ten hits and three earned runs over five innings.

Jonathan Broxton struck out side in the eighth for his second win while Trevor Rosenthal worked a perfect ninth for his 43rd save.

Semifinals NEW YORK — The women’s semi-finals of the US Open are now set after Simona Halep beat Victoria Azarenka on Wednesday.

Serena Williams will play Roberta Vinci on Thursday night and Halep will play Flavia Pennetta.

In the men’s semi-finals, Roger Federer will play Stan Wawrinka and Novak Djokovic will play Marin Cilic.

The men’s semifinals matches are set for Friday.

Not ready EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Twotime Pro Bowl defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul is not ready to play for the New York Giants.

Coach Tom Coughlin announced the decision Wednesday after the team examined the right hand that Pierre-Paul injured in a fireworks accident on the July Fourth holiday.

While saying PierrePaul was in good shape and in an outstanding frame of mind after reporting Monday, Coughlin said the team did not feel he was ready to come back. Coughlin says there is no timetable for his return.

“He’s worked pretty hard,” Coughlin said.

“We actually saw a tape that showed him working. He’s done a lot of conditioning-type work.

So I don’t think there’s anything to worry about there. Obviously, it’d be great if he was all healed and ready to go, but he’s not.”

Coughlin did not describe the injury to Pierre-Paul’s right hand.

Pierre-Paul did not let the Giants examine his hand after it was injured, so the Giants had to wait until Monday to see it for the first time.

Pierre-Paul returned to Florida to continue working out. He has not signed his franchise tender, worth $14.8 million for the season.

Two playoff teams from 2014 look to get off on the right foot for a repeat postseason journey when they collide Friday night at Winterset.

Creston/Orient-Macksburg and the Huskies both enter Class 3A District 8 play at 1-1 overall. Last week, Winterset fell to fifthranked Norwalk, 42-13, after starting the campaign winning 20-9 at Oskaloosa.

Creston/O-M, meanwhile, lost to Norwalk in week one, 26-7, before outscoring Clarinda last week, 48-27.

“Your first district game is a must win,” said Panther coach Brian Morrison.

“You hate to say that, but that’s what it is. If you don’t win it, you’re trying to play catchup.”

Morrison said it’s wise not to read too much into comparative scores for his squad and Winterset against Norwalk.

“Winterset’s turnovers gave Norwalk a short field,” he said, “and Norwalk converted those into touchd o w n s instead of field goals.

That was the biggest dif- Morrison ference between their game and our game.”

Last week the Panthers took a 28-6 halftime lead in setting the tone against Clarinda.

“We ran the ball extremely well and threw the ball well. Every efficient,” Morrison said. “But we still had too many 5-yard penalties.

Kids were jumping. I think we addressed it as well as we could in practice this week.

On defense, the yards they gained on us after contact was not good for us. We have to get that fixed.”

Finishing with a strong fourth quarter will be a priority, the Panther coach

Contributed photo by TERRY FREEMAN

Creston/O-M linebacker Kolby Tomas (22) tries to cut off Clarinda running back Zach Carlson (44) after Carlson escaped from Trevor Downing (74) during Creston/O-M’s 48-27 win over Clarinda last week.

said. Last week Clarinda scored twice in the fourth quarter. A year ago against Winterset, the topsy turvey game saw the Huskies take advantage of two early turnovers to lead the Panthers 13-0, only to see Creston/O-M settle in for a 4221 lead. Then, the Huskies

Eagles, Mustangs gear up for district rivalry game

By SCOTT VICKER

CNA sports editor • svicker@crestonnews.com

After three straight years of being owned on the football field by Murray, East Union finally broke through for a 60-23 win over the Mustangs last year.

That ended a streak of losses over three years by an average score of 66-9 to Murray.

The two Eight-Man District 7 rivals square off 7 p.m. Friday in Murray in the district opener.

Murray, 1-2 overall, will look to avenge last year’s loss, while also trying to bounce back from two straight losses after a season-opening shutout win over Melcher-Dallas.

One of the biggest keys for Murray will be slowing down E a s t Union senior running back M i k e Ward, who carried the Ward ball 28 times for 359 yards and three touchdowns last week against Essex.

“We’re going to have to tackle,” Murray head coach Taylor Fulton said. “That’s the key every week. We didn’t tackle well the last couple of weeks. We just need to tackle on defense.”

East Union, 1-1 overall, has also employed an efficient two quarterback system this year, with Ryan Collins completing 64.7 percent of his passes for 178 yards and three touchdowns and Sanden Cheers completing 50 percent of his passes for 106 yards and two scores.

“I think once again we’re going to have to have a nice balanced attack,” East Union co-coach James Hardy said. “I like to put the ball in the air. I think we’ve proven we can do that if we have to. We’ll work on that this week and in weeks to come.”

Mason Gossman has been the main target with nine catches for 166 yards and four touchdowns. Gabe Nixon has caught six passes for 71 yards and one score.

“It makes them a little more versatile than other teams we’re going to see,”

CNA photo by SCOTT VICKER

Murray senior quarterback Fisher Decker rolls away from pressure during the team’s win over MelcherDallas in week zero. Decker and the Mustangs host East Union in the Eight-Man District 7 opener on Friday.

Fulton said about the two quarterback system. “You pair that with a pretty stout rushing attack and they’re going to be one of the better teams we face.”

Fulton said his team will have to be able to make open-field tackles against East Union, and the defensive line will have to play well in order to let the linebackers roam free and flow to the ball.

East Union is taking a similar approach in preparing for Murray.

“I see during film they’ve evolved to some sort of option game,” Hardy said.

“That’s a good scheme on their part with the speed they have. I think we have to focus on tackling in open space and making sure we stay in containment and corral their running backs and receivers after they get the ball.”

Murray has shown an ability to score from anywhere on the field this season.

Leading the charge has been junior Jack Jones, who has 30 carries for 236 yards and three t o u c h - Jones downs to go with nine catches for 178

yards and two touchdowns.

Dustin Teas adds 159 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 26 carries, with eight catches for 32 yards and one touchdown.

Bryce Keller has four receptions for 129 yards and two touchdowns, while Fisher Decker has completed 62.8 percent of his passes for 390 yards and six touchdowns.

“Offensively we’ve shown we can throw the ball a little more for a better percentage,” Fulton said. “We’ve also been running the ball right around 6.5 yards per carry out of our two main backs. Our offensive line has grown a lot the last three games.

We’re excited to go into district play having worked on quite a few different sets and formations. We think we’re ready to play.”

In other Eight-Man action, Lenox opens District 8 play with its third straight home game at Essex.

Tiger quarterback Carson Cline has combined for 441 total yards from scrimmage and 10 touchdowns this year. Jared Hensley has 243 total yards rushing and receiving with five total touchdowns.

Defensively, Spencer Brown leads the Tigers with Please see AREA, Page 10A

closed the gap with a 13-0 fourth quarter to lose a close one, 42-34.

“That’s my biggest fear coming off this Clarinda game,” Morrison said. “That game was in hand against Clarinda. Then in that fourth quarter, you can’t let down and allow them to

score twice like that. We did that against Winterset in the fourth quarter last year.”

Defensive returnees Last year Winterset sent 5-5 overall and 4-2 in district play, winning close games by Please see PANTHERS, Page 10A

Area volleyball Bedford 3, Nodaway Valley 2 GREENFIELD — It wasn’t until the final serve of the night in a 14-13 fifth set that 15th-ranked Bedford was able to escape with a narrow victory Tuesday night.

The Bulldogs held a 2-0 lead on the strength of 2518 and 25-22 wins. Nodaway Valley fought back to claim two sets in a row, 25-13, 2518. Bedford then prevailed 15-13 to take the key Pride of Iowa Conference victory.

“The girls played really well throughout the night,” said Nodaway Valley coach Hannah West. “We were great behind the serve line and our blocking was effective. Bedford is a very scrappy team, so we were expecting a lot of long rallies. They picked up everything we hit their way. Both teams earned every point.

It was a tough battle all night long.”

J o s i e Clarke s m a c k e d Clarke 12 kills for the Wolverines along with a team-high seven total

blocks. Kenna Lundy was 25-of-25 at the service line with three aces. Mackenzie Meisenheimer was 17-19 with four aces and contributed eight kills.

Lundy had 27 setting assists. Paige McElfish had 36 digs to lead the defense.

Lundy had 18 digs for Nodaway Valley (2-5).

Bedford (7-7) was led by Callie Calfee with 14 kills.

Callyn Bonde added 10.

Rachel Armstrong had 30 setting assists and Bonde led the defense with 20 digs. Alyssa Kuhn had 15 digs. Armstrong had a strong serving night, going 19-19 with four aces.

East Union 3, Lenox 0 AFTON — Jacy Stoaks had six of her team’s 11 kills in Lenox’s 25-14, 25-20, 2511 loss to East Union Tuesday night.

(East Union statistics were published in Wednesday’s News Advertiser.)

Bethany Christensen was 10-10 serving for Lenox with an ace. Mika Weaver was 7-7 and Shantelle Brown was 6-6 along with a team-best 10 digs. Hannah Mitchell and Christensen each had three setting assists.

Sash’s death stuns Iowa, NFL coaches, players

By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press

IOWA CITY — The news that former New York Giants and Iowa safety Tyler Sash had died suddenly at age 27 stunned his former teammates and coaches Wednesday.

Sash was found dead Tuesday in his Oskaloosa, Iowa, h o m e , about 3 ½ years after he won a Super Bowl Sash during his rookie season with the Giants.

Foul play isn’t suspected. The Iowa State Medical Examiner’s office said an autopsy conducted Wednesday revealed “no acute trauma” or evidence that he was killed by external force. The cause and manner of death remain under investigation, and additional laboratory testing is necessary, the of-

fice said.

Sash had bought the home in 2013 in his hometown, where he was a star athlete before enrolling at Iowa in 2007. Sash became an allBig Ten safety known for key interceptions and long returns — “a high-energy player who did a lot of great things,” Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said.

Giants linebacker Mark Herzlich said he saw Sash six months ago during a visit to Iowa, and he seemed normal: he had a house, a dog, family and friends. He said he couldn’t believe the news of his death.

“It is a tragedy and I cannot explain how saddened I am by his loss,” he said.

After skipping his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL draft in 2011, Sash was drafted by the Giants.

He contributed on special teams and defense to the team that won the Super Bowl in February 2012. But Please see SASH, Page 10A

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Area cross country

Iowa prep football poll The Top Ten teams in the Associated Press Iowa high school football polls of the 2015 season with first-place votes in parentheses and won-loss record, total points and position last week at right: Class 4A Record Pts Prv 1. West Des Moines Valley (17) 2-0 170 1 2. West Des Moines Dowling 2-0 147 2 3. Bettendorf 2-0 127 3 4. Cedar Falls 2-0 85 4 5. Ankeny Centennial 2-0 81 7 6. Fort Dodge 2-0 77 6 7. Cedar Rapids Kennedy 2-0 68 9 8. Johnston 2-0 46 T10 9. Urbandale 1-1 44 8 10. Council Bluffs Lewis Central 2-0 25 NR Others receiving votes: 11, Cedar Rapids Washington 18. 12, Waukee 16. 12, Pleasant Valley 16. 14, Muscatine 13. 15, Sioux City East 2.

Class 3A Record Pts Prv 1. Pella (15) 2-0 168 1 2. Manchester West Delaware (2) 2-0 141 2 3. Cedar Rapids Xavier 2-0 123 4 4. Sioux City Heelan 2-0 112 5 5. Norwalk 2-0 90 6 6. Harlan 2-0 79 9 7. Waverly-Shell Rock 2-0 68 7 8. Webster City 2-0 61 8 9. Dallas Center-Grimes 1-1 35 3 10. Boyden-Hull-RV 2-0 15 NR Others receiving votes: 11, Independence 14.

12, Solon 12. 13, Davenport Assumption 10. 14, Spencer 5. 15, Glenwood 1. 15, Greene County 1.

Class 2A Record Pts Prv 1. Albia (12) 2-0 163 2 2. Spirit Lake (5) 2-0 156 4 3. Tama South Tama 2-0 122 6 4. Central Lyon-GLR 1-1 86 5 5. Waukon 2-0 75 NR 6. West Burlington-Notre Dame 2-0 54 10 7. Osage 2-0 51 NR 8. Anamosa 2-0 32 NR 8. Dyersville Beckman 1-1 32 3 10. Center Point-Urbana 2-0 29 NR Others receiving votes: 11, West Union North Fayette 28. 12, Baxter CMB 25. 13, Garner-Hayfield/ Ventura 18. 13, Wellman Mid-Prairie 18. 15, Sioux Center 11. 16, Williamsburg 8. 16, Mediapolis 8. 18, Clear Lake 7. 19, Mount Vernon 5. 20, HamptonDumont 4. 21, Donnellson Central Lee 3.

Class 1A

Record Pts Prv 1. Iowa City Regina (17) 2-0 170 1 2. Dike-New Hartford 2-0 133 5 3. Pella Christian 2-0 127 2 4. Hinton 2-0 118 4 5. West Branch 2-0 115 3 6. Madrid 2-0 69 6 7. Panora Panorama 2-0 54 9 8. Inwood West Lyon 1-1 48 8 9. Underwood 2-0 39 NR 10. Ridge View 2-0 17 NR Others receiving votes: 11, Hudson 9. 12, Hull Western Christian 6. 12, Avoca AHST 6. 14, IKM/ Manning 5. 15, St. Ansgar 4. 15, Treynor 4. 17, Sumner-Fredericksburg 3. 17, Emmetsburg 3. 17, South Central Calhoun 3. 20, Guttenberg Clayton Ridge 1. 20, Sigourney-Keota 1.

Class A Record Pts Prv 1. Audubon (5) 2-0 139 4 2. Brooklyn BGM (3) 2-0 123 5 3. Algona Garrigan (2) 2-0 117 6 4. Gladbrook-Reinbeck (6) 1-1 111 1 5. Belmond-Klemme 2-0 94 7 6. Denver 2-0 78 NR 7. Paullina South O’Brien (1) 2-0 67 8 8. Montezuma 2-0 60 9 9. Hawarden West Sioux 2-0 56 NR 10. Bedford 2-0 27 NR Others receiving votes: 11, Pleasantville 16. 12, Packwood Pekin 15. 12, Logan-Magnolia 15. 14, Grundy Center 6. 15, Lynnville-Sully 4. 16, Belle Plaine 3. 16, Britt West Hancock 3. 18, North Butler 1.

Class 8-Man Record Pts Prv 1. Newell-Fonda (8) 2-0 144 1 2. Fremont Mills, Tabor (1) 2-0 129 4 3. Gilbertville-Don Bosco (4) 1-0 127 2 4. Glidden-Ralston (2) 2-0 121 3 5. Graet-Terril Ruth-Ayrshire (1) 2-0 88 6 6. Marcus MMC 2-0 87 8 7. HLV, Victor (1) 3-0 82 5 8. Elkader Central 2-0 44 7 9. Janesville 2-0 41 10 10. Elk Horn-Kimballton1Exira 2-0 19 NR Others receiving votes: 11, Lenox 14. 12, ColoNESCO 12. 13, Coon Rapids-Bayard 7. 14, HarrisLake Park 6. 15, Westside Ar-We-Va 5. 16, Stanton 3. 17, Northwood-Kensett 2. 17, Clay Central-Everly 2. 17, Kingsley-Pierson 2.

Even Federer wowed by quality of his play NEW YORK (AP) — Even Roger Federer is wowed by how well he’s playing at 34 — and the ease with which he’s winning at this U.S. Open.

Federer is into his 10th semifinal at Flushing Meadows, and record 38th at all major tournaments. To get back to his first final in New York since 2009, he’ll have to beat someone he knows quite well: Swiss Olympic and Davis Cup teammate Stan Wawrinka.

The No. 2-seeded Federer and No. 5 Wawrinka won quarterfinals about as handily as can be Wednesday night.

Federer never faced a

break point, compiled a remarkable 50-8 advantage in winners, and needed less than 1 1/2 hours to dismiss 12th-seeded Richard Gasquet of France 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 in Arthur Ashe Stadium.

“It’s nice to play this way,” Federer said. “And, maybe at my age, to run through five opponents the way I have done here at the U.S. Open, I don’t consider that normal, to be quite honest, even though I expect it in some ways.”

Not only has Federer won all 15 sets he’s played, he has only dropped 44 games.

He has won 67 of his 69 service games. And he’s done

it while playing attacking tennis; against Gasquet, he won the point on 22 of 28 trips to the net.

“I don’t feel like I’m as old as I am. I still feel young,” Federer said. “So it’s nice to get rewarded with the hard work and (know) that, actually, I’m able to play sort of ‘fun’ tennis.”

He hasn’t won a major title since Wimbledon in 2012, losing finals there to No. 1 Novak Djokovic last year and this July.

“It’s just nice to see how he’s moving,” Wawrinka said about Federer. “You think he’s flying on the court.”

Clarinda meet CLARINDA — Southwest Valley and Lenox cross country runners competed in the Clarinda Invitational Tuesday on the Clarinda High School campus.

The Timberwolves placed fifth in the girls competition and 10th in the boys meet.

Mazzy Hummel led the girls in 25th place in 25:43. Connor Haggerty led the boys in 42nd place in 21:29.

“I was very pleased with the results,” said Southwest Valley coach Sandy Winter.

“Despite the fact that we did not have an individual medal winner on the varsity, both teams placed in the top 10.”

Team victors were the Shenandoah-Essex girls and Gretna (Neb.) boys. Mazie Larsen of Gretna won the girls race and Nebraska City’s Jaycob Tharpe claimed the boys title.

The Fillies had four runners place in the top eight, led by Claire Campbell in third place. Atlantic, with 44 points, was five points behind the Fillies, led by run-

ner-up Tiffany Williams.

The Gretna boys scored 68 points with four in the top 12, beating out Atlantic’s 91.

Taking second behind Tharpe in the boys race was Lenox’s J a c o b Bolinger, trailing by 10 s e c o n d s . Bolinger R y a n Hawkins of Atlantic was third.

Clarinda Invite GIRLS Team scoring — 1.

Shenandoah-Essex 39; 2. Atlantic 44; 3. Griswold 105; 4. Gretna, Neb. 128; 5.

Southwest Valley 161; 6. Red Oak 175; 7. Nebraska City 223.

Individual leaders — 1.

Mazie Larsen, Gretna, 20:28; 2. Tiffany Williams, Atlantic, 21:04; 3. Claire Campbell, Shenandoah, 21:55; 4. Nicole Martindale, Gretna, 22:47; 5.

Carlie Manrose, Shenandoah, 22:48; 6. Anna Young, Griswold, 23:19; 7. Adrianna Holmes, Shenandoah, 23:20; 8. Devan Gray, Shenandoah, 23:24; 9. Emily Saeugling, Atlantic, 23:24; 10. Ashley Wendt, Atlantic, 23:37.

Southwest Valley (161) — 25. Mazzy Hummel, 25:43;

Fall league

Volleyball league

Southwestern Community College baseball’s High School Fall League starts Sunday. Players are asked to be at the field at 11 a.m.

The league is open to all players grades 9-12, and eighth graders with a high school coach’s recommendation. Cost is $80 per player and $60 for siblings.

The 2015 fall league will begin on Sept. 13 and play Sundays through Oct. 4.

Registration period is nearly closed for the Creston Park and Recreation Department’s women’s volleyball league.

Team fee is $150, which must be submitted by 4 p.m.

Friday at the Park and Recreation office, Room 104 at the restored Creston Depot.

Starting times Creston/O-M middle school football games against Chariton today will

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begin at 4:15 p.m. instead of 4 p.m.

The eighth-grade game is at Panther Field, while the seventh-graders play at Chariton.

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29. Kendra Top, 26:23; 30.

Elizabeth Fuller, 26:25; 38.

Diana Berggren, 27:36; 29.

Elizabeth Herzberg, 28:10.

Lenox (Inc.) — 15. Rebekah Kroese, 24:53; 59. Mika Ricks, 32:53; 63. Daisy Valenzuela, 33:35; 64. Hannah Brown, 34:25.

BOYS Team scoring — 1.

Gretna, Neb. 68; 2. Atlantic 91; 3. Maryville, Mo. 109; 4.

Shenandoah-Essex 112; 5.

Nebraska City, Neb. 159; 6.

Red Oak 177; 7. Clarinda 192; 8. Bedford 247; 9. Griswold 265; 10. Southwest Valley 275.

Individual leaders — 1.

Jaycob Tharp, Nebraska City, Neb., 18:26; 2. Jacob Bolinger, Lenox 18:36; 3. Ryan Hawkins, Atlantic, 18:57; 4.

Josh Alvarez, Maryville, Mo., 19:02; 5. Caleb Feuerbacher, Maryville, Mo., 19:03; 6. Josh Anderson, Nebraska City, Neb., 19:16; 7. Dylan Todd, North Andrew, 19:22; 8. Nate Harmon, Gretna, Neb., 19:24; 9. Trysten Whited, Gretna, Neb., 19:27; 10. Alec Selberg, Red Oak, 19:29.

Southwest Valley (275) — 42. Connor Haggerty, 21:29; 44. Phillip Currin, 21:46; 52. Wyatt McAlpin, 22:33; 65. Dalton Davis, 23:45; 72.

Trevor Holbrook, 25:05.

Lenox (Inc.) — 2. Jacob Bolinger, 18:36; 60. Allen Hoffman, 23:34; 63. Trenton Barnette, 23:40.

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Many individuals work hard to make Creston a great place to live, work and play. We’d like to honor one of them.

The Creston Chamber of Commerce and the Creston News Advertiser are seeking nominations for the 2015 “Creston Citizen of the Year” award. The individual chosen for this distinction will be honored at the Chamber of Commerce’s annual meeting Nov. 10.

A contribution of $100 will be made to the winner’s local charity of choice.

Please review the guidelines below and then use the form provided to nominate the individual you believe deserves to be named the 2015 Creston Citizen of the Year.

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2. The contest is open to all residents of Creston and those active in Creston community affairs.

3. Nominations will be accepted through Wednesday, October 7, 2015.

4. Nominations must be submitted on official forms provided in ads published in the Creston News Advertiser and Southwest Iowa Advertiser and available at the Creston Chamber of Commerce office, 208 West Taylor St. Only one nomination submission per person, please.

5. Nominations must be signed.

6. A committee comprised of representatives of the Creston Chamber of Commerce, the Creston News Advertiser and the community at-large will select the winner from among the nominees.

7. The judges will consider, among other things, the candidates’ personal integrity and commitment to the community.

8. The Chamber of Commerce will host the winner and up to three guests at the Chamber’s annual meeting and dinner.

The winner will receive a plaque from the Chamber.

9. The CNA will contribute $100 in the winner’s name to his/her local charity of choice.

10. Judges’ decisions are final.

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The 2015 Creston/Orient-Macksburg football cheerleaders coached by Trish Sevier are, from left in front, Hanna Best, Kayla Luther, Ellie Johnston and Nicole Bendt. Middle row, Cedily Lumbard, Ashley Buchanan, Mariah Reed, Mattea Reed and LeeAnne Lamaak. Back row, Maddie Travis, Mariah Harlan, Emily Riley, Danielle Fundermann, Micah McCutchan and Leslie Lepe. Not pictured, Jenna Shimer.

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one, four and 10 points along the way. Eight of those 11 defensive starters return in 2015 to make that a strength of this Husky squad.

“Winterset is a good football team,” Morrison said.

“On defense they are aggressive up front. They’re not real big, but they get after it. They are your typical Winterset defense — they play hard and get to the football.”

Linebacker Matt Bauer had a big season as a junior with 92.5 tackles and 21 for loss with eight sacks. He again is the leading tackler to date along with Noah Larson, who has taken over at quarterback as well.

Offensively it’s a multiback set, as junior Brad Benshoof leads with 205 yards and three touchdowns on 30 carries. Senior Jack Barker has 32 carries for 171 yards.

Larson has completed 10-of-20 passes for 74 yards

in two games with three interceptions and no touchdowns. Bauer is his leading receiver with a pair of catches for 29 yards.

“Their quarterback is efficient, he runs the ball well,” Morrison said. “They have good running backs and their offensive line looks as good as last year’s group.

This is a good Winterset football team, and it’s a big game for us.”

9/11 tribute An added feature to this year’s game, since it is played on Sept. 11, was the sale of 9/11 themed T-shirts in both communities, with proceeds going to first responder units in both communities. The phrase “Never Forget” is on the front with a drawing of the New York City skyline with the World Trade Center towers.

“Our community did a nice job of raising money for that,” Morrison said. “I think they said we sold over 240 shirts, which is outstanding.”

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13.5 total tackles, including seven solo sacks.

District openers In Class A District 8, a banged up Mount Ayr squad looks to rebound from two straight losses to open the season when the Raiders travel to Clarinda Academy on Friday.

The Eagles are 0-2 for the season, having lost its two games by a combined score of 79-8.

Mount Ayr has been led so far this season by Kyle Dolecheck, who has 170 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 32 carries.

Quarterback Jacob Taylor has run Dolecheck for 113 yards and two scores on 26 carries, but injured a knee last week against Shenandoah.

Logan Stark leads the Raider defense with 10 total tackles, including four solo tackles for loss, while Taylor and Zach Murphy each have nine total tackles.

Also in District 8, Nodaway Valley opens district play at Earlham, which lost 42-0 to Van Meter last week.

The Cardinals have relied heavily on their ground game, as Jason Hopp has 252 yards on 45 carries and Nate Willem has 136 yards on 30 carries this year.

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Panther lineup Creston/O-M (1-1, 0-0) OFFENSE WR Kylan Smallwood 6-0 TE Colton Bolinger 6-4 T Kadon Hulett 6-4 G Devon Petersen 6-0 C Kaden Wilson 6-3 G Blake Sevier 6-2 T Trevor Downing 6-5 WR Chris Foster 5-9 QB Moritz Johannknecht 6-2 RB Chase Shiltz 5-11 FB Seth Maitlen 6-2 PK Evan Jacobson 5-6 DEFENSE DE Trevor Downing 6-5 DT Blake Sevier 6-2 NG Ryan Brown 6-0 DE Kadon Hulett 6-4 OLB Cody Crawford 5-10 ILB Seth Maitlen 6-2 ILB Cameron Leith 5-10 OLB Kolby Tomas 5-8 CB Kylan Smallwood 6-0 CB Kole Lovely 6-0 FS Chase Shiltz 5-11 P Colton Bolinger 6-4 Friday’s action begins with the freshman game at

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The Wolverines got a big game out of senior running back Brennen Weiland, who carried the ball 34 times for 256 yards and three Weiland touchdowns in the win. Freshman quarterback Spencer Lamb completed 5-of-8 for 37 yards in the game.

In Class 1A District 8, Southwest Valley (1-1) opens district play at seventh-ranked Panorama.

Quarterback Aaron Klinge leads the Panthers, completing 20-of-38 for 236 yards and one touchdown.

Reid Cobb has 105 yards on four receptions and Levi Leiferman has 92 yards on eight catches.

Gabe Richey has run for 133 yards and five touchdowns on 17 carries. Klinge adds 84 yards rushing.

Southwest Valley sophomore quarterback Chance Cobb is coming off a big game against Bedford last week, in which he completed 11-of-22 for 188 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to 15 carries for 182 yards and one touchdown.

Receivers Jace Petersen and Addison Bull showed big-play capability in the open field, gaining 105 and 70 yards, respectively.

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after reaching the pinnacle of his sport, Sash faced some setbacks.

He was suspended for four games in 2012 for violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing substances policy by testing positive for Adderall, a stimulant often used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The Giants cut ties with Sash prior to the 2013 opener, reaching an injury settlement after he sustained a concussion in the preseason finale.

Sash was arrested last year in Oskaloosa after police said he led officers on a fourblock chase with a motorized scooter before running into a wooded area. Officers say Sash was shocked with a stun gun after he refused to be handcuffed. Sash pleaded guilty to public intoxication and was fined $65. Court records suggest he ran into some financial problems this year.

Giants Coach Tom Coughlin said he hadn’t heard from Sash in recent years but recalled him as an “outstanding teammate.”

“The players really enjoyed Tyler Sash,” he said.

Public notice NOTICE AND CALL OF PUBLIC MEETING Governmental Body: Zoning Board of Adjustment Date of Meeting: September 15, 2015 Time of Meeting: 5:00 o'clock p.m.

Place of Meeting: City Council Chambers 116 W. Adams Street Creston, Iowa 50801 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the above mentioned governmental body is meeting at the time and place listed above for the following purpose.

Dennis Winterstien has requested a variance from the side yard setback provisions of Chapter 166, of the Zoning Code, in the 1996 Creston Municipal Code, to erect an attached garage on the property described to-wit: Commencing 60 feet north of the NE corner of Lot 187, McDonald's North Section B; thence N-120', W-70', S120', E-70', to point of beginning, 6-7230, and the west seven (7') of the south one hundred and twenty feet (120') of

“So I’m dumbfounded by this, and I’m very sad.”

Ferentz was subdued as he addressed reporters Wednesday at a news conference that had been postponed a day due to Sash’s death. He said the Hawkeyes were planning a tribute to Sash during Saturday’s rivalry game at Iowa State.

Sash starred in the annual matchup in 2009, picking off Cyclones’ passes three times as Iowa won 35-3.

Ferentz said Sash’s “signature play” came later that season in Iowa’s comeback victory against Indiana.

With the Hawkeyes down 21-7 in the third quarter and the Hoosiers about to score again, Sash caught a ball that had pinballed off several other players and returned it for a touchdown. That team went 11-2 and won the Orange Bowl.

NOTICE AND CALL OF PUBLIC MEETING Ferentz recalled first Governmental Body: Zoning Board of seeing Sash inAdjustment elementary Date of Meeting: September 15, 2015 school — starring on ap.m. youth Time of Meeting: 5:00 o'clock Place of Meeting: City Council basketball team that played Chambers 116 W.son, Adams Street against Ferentz’s Creston, IowaJames 50801 PUBLIC NOTICE IShim HEREBY GIV— and offering a scholEN that the above mentioned governmental is meeting at the a time and arshipbody when he was high place listed above for the following school junior. He said he purpose.

Dennis Winterstien has requested a had notfrom kepttheinside close variance yardcontact setback provisions of Chapter 166, of the Zonwith Sash recently. ing Code, in the 1996 Creston Munici-

pal Code, to erect an attached garage on the property described to-wit: Commencing 60 feet north of the NE corner of Lot 187, McDonald's North Section B; thence N-120', W-70', S120', E-70', to point of beginning, 6-7230, and the west seven (7') of the south one hundred and twenty feet (120') of the alley lying between Cedar St. and Grand Ave., north of Irving Street, Creston, Union County, Iowa.

More commonly known as 903 E Irving St., Creston, Union County, 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 wish concerning the proposed variance. If you are unable to attend in person, written comments will be received by the Board of Adjustment at the time of the meeting and will be made part of the public hearing in this matter. ____ Public Hearing on the issuance. ____ Resolution instituting proceedings to take additional action.

This notice is given at the direction of the Zoning Administrator pursuant to Chapter 21, Code of Iowa, and local rules of said governmental body.

Kevin Kruse Zoning Administrator

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

SPEED FREAKS A couple questions we had to ask — ourselves Did you like "retro" Darlington and should it continue?

GODSPEAK: It caused a buzz with fans, so it is here to stay, like it or not.

KEN'S CALL: Absolutely, but if you really want to ring my chimes, add Eldora to the schedule.

3 THINGS WE LEARNED AT DARLINGTON

Trophies are nice, but is there a Cup in the making for “Cousin Carl?”

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Is Carl Edwards a title contender?

He's gaining on it. You want momentum as the Chase approaches, and his Darlington win capped an eight-race run with seven top-10s. But again, your Chase chances can die with one bad set of Goodyears or a brush with the wall.

As a fan, who would you like to see earn Chase ticket this week?

When can the "cable challenged" watch another race?

GODSPEAK: Trevor Bayne. He hasn't caught a break since winning the 2011 Daytona 500.

KEN'S CALL: As a newspaper guy, I'd have to say Danica.

If you're among the many NASCAR fans who don't get NBC's Sports Network on your cable package, let's hope you enjoyed Darlington, because it's the last race you'll see for over a month.

This week's Richmond race, then the first three races of the Chase, are all on NBCSN. After that, five of the final seven Chase races, including the last three, are on NBC. They hope that'll cheer you up.

And your second choice?

GODSPEAK: For a side dish, I'll take AJ Allmendinger. We need a guy with the name AJ in the Chase.

KEN'S CALL: David Ragan, since it might help earn him a ride in the near future.

ONLINE EXTRAS news-journalonline. com/nascar facebook.com/ nascardaytona @nascardaytona Questions? Contact Godwin Kelly at godwin.kelly@newsjrnl.com or Ken Willis at ken. willis@news-jrnl.com

SPRINT CUP POINTS 1. Kevin Harvick 2. Joey Logano 3. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 4. Brad Keselowski 5. Jimmie Johnson 6. Martin Truex Jr. 7. Matt Kenseth 8. Denny Hamlin 9. Kurt Busch 10. Jamie McMurray 11. Ryan Newman 12. Carl Edwards 13. Jeff Gordon 14. Paul Menard 15. Clint Bowyer 16. Aric Almirola 17. Kasey Kahne 18. Greg Biffle 19. Kyle Larson 20. Austin Dillon 21. AJ Allmendinger 22. Casey Mears 23. Danica Patrick 24. Tony Stewart 25. David Ragan 26. Sam Hornish Jr. 27. Kyle Busch 28. Trevor Bayne 29. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 30. Justin Allgaier

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The old Richard Petty colors came back for a night on the No. 43 car. GETTY IMAGES

1. Retro a hit

2. Peek at 2016

3. Further explanation

Darlington Raceway’s retrothemed weekend was a big hit among competitors and race fans, so you know what that means; more blasts from the past in NASCAR’s future.

The NFL and MLB have gone retro for years and NASCAR finally got into the old-school business.

NASCAR used a light-aero stock-car package for the Southern 500 and the consensus among drivers was “let’s use this in more races next season.” The package makes the cars harder to drive, which means the drivers have more control behind the wheel.

Huh?

Denny Hamlin had this to say about the car package. “It’s the package we need to run from now on. You’re sliding around, there’s more wrecks, which is unusual, but it’s a good thing because guys are messing up. That happens every now and then in racing.”

— Godwin Kelly, godwin.kelly@news-jrnl.com

3 THINGS TO WATCH 1. Regular season The Sprint Cup regular season comes to an end when the checkered flag falls at Richmond International Raceway.

Keep a close eye on drivers who are top-30 in points but don’t have a win yet. They will be scrambling to get that playoff-clinching victory. The hungriest of the bunch are Aric Almirola, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle, Kyle Larson and Austin Dillon.

2. Should they win If any of those drivers currently in No Man’s Land can

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pull out a Richmond victory, it would boot Clint Bowyer out of the Chase playoffs, since he is on the bubble in points.

Bowyer missing the playoffs

3. Track position Brad Keselowski led the most laps at Darlington but finished second because Carl Edwards’ pit crew got him off pit road faster. Yes, races can be won and lost by pit crews, which are sure to come under microscopic scrutiny at Richmond, where any blunder can become a Chase-busting disaster.

— Godwin Kelly, godwin.kelly@news-jrnl.com GODWIN’S PICKS FOR FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 WINNER: Clint Bowyer REST OF TOP 5: Denny Hamlin, Jeff Gordon, Kevin Harvick, Jamie McMurray FIRST ONE OUT: Cole Whitt

DARK HORSE: Tony Stewart DON’T BE SURPRISED IF: Bowyer pops the bubble, or his “bubble boy” status, and straight-up wins to make the Chase.

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

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would be the last nail in the coffin of Michael Waltrip Racing, which will shutter at season’s end. And, by the way, Bowyer’s No. 15 Toyota was dreadful at Darlington.

Kasey Kahne hopes to do this on Saturday night at Richmond International Raceway. A trip to Victory Lane would put Kahne in the Chase playoffs.

Because you've tried to survive without the upgraded cable packages, and in almost all facets of life, that works for you. But on race day, it doesn't. If you haven't already missed it, you're probably starting to miss those days when the race might be on TBS, CBS, ESPN or wherever, but always on a cable channel you got. Oh well, progress …

Godwin Kelly is the Daytona Beach NewsJournal’s motorsports editor and has covered NASCAR for 30 years.

Reach him at godwin. kelly@news-jrnl.com

Kurt Busch

Martin Truex Jr.

KURT BUSCH VS. MARTIN TRUEX JR.: Truex turned Busch around, or as Busch said, “We cleared the No. 78 off Turn 2… then he just drilled us going into 3.”

GODWIN KELLY’S TAKE: Oh, it was one of those momentum deals and after Busch sees the replay, he will understand the circumstances. Anyway, Busch finished sixth to Truex’s ninth-place effort.

WHAT’S ON TAP? SPRINT CUP: Federated Auto Parts 400 SITE: Richmond International Raceway TV SCHEDULE: Friday, practice (NBC Sports Network, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.), qualifying (NBCSN, 5:45 p.m.). Saturday, race (NBCSN, coverage begins at 7 p.m.; green flag at 7:45 p.m.)

XFINITY: Virginia 529 College Savings 250 SITE: Richmond International Raceway TV SCHEDULE: Friday, practice (NBC Sports Network, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.), qualifying (NBCSN, 3:30 p.m.), race (NBCSN, 7:30 p.m.)

WEEKLY DRIVER RANKINGS — BASED ON BEHAVIOR AND PERFORMANCE JOEY LOGANO

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7th or better in 7 of last 8

Still chasing an 11th runnerup finish

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SPRINT CUP SCHEDULE AND RESULTS Feb. 14 — x-Sprint Unlimited (Matt Kenseth) Feb. 19 — x-Budweiser Duel 1 (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 19 — x-Budweiser Duel 2 (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 22 — Daytona 500 (Joey Logano) March 1 — Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 (Jimmie Johnson) March 8 — Kobalt 400 (Kevin Harvick) March 15 — CampingWorld.com 500 (Kevin Harvick) March 22 — Auto Club 400 (Brad Keselowski) March 29 — STP 500 (Denny Hamlin) April 11 — Duck Commander 500 (Jimmie Johnson) April 19 — Food City 500 (Matt Kenseth) April 25 — Toyota Owners 400 (Kurt Busch) May 3 — Geico 500 (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) May 9 — SpongeBob SquarePants 400 (Jimmie Johnson) May 15 — x-Sprint Showdown (Greg Biffle and Clint Bowyer) May 16 — x-NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race (Denny Hamlin) May 24 — Coca-Cola 600, Concord, N.C. (Carl Edwards) May 31 — Dover 400, Dover, Del. (Jimmie Johnson)

June 7 — Axalta “We Paint Winners” 400 (Martin Truex Jr.) June 14 — Quicken Loans 400, Brooklyn, Mich. (Kurt Busch) June 28 — Toyota-Save Mart 350, Sonoma, Calif. (Kyle Busch) July 5 — Coke Zero 400, Daytona Beach (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) July 11 — Quaker State 400, Sparta, Ky. (Kyle Busch) July 19 — New Hampshire 301, Loudon, N.H. (Kyle Busch) July 26 — Brickyard 400 (Kyle Busch) Aug. 2 — Pennsylvania 400, Long Pond, Pa. (Matt Kenseth) Aug. 9 — Cheez-It 355 at The Glen, Watkins Glen, N.Y. (Joey Logano) Aug. 16 — Pure Michigan 400, Brooklyn, Mich. (Matt Kenseth) Aug. 22 — Irwin Tools Night Race, Bristol, Tenn. (Joey Logano) Sept. 6 — Bojangles’ Southern 500, Darlington, S.C. (Carl Edwards) Sept. 12 — Federated Auto Parts 400, Richmond, Va. Sept. 20 — MyAFibStory.com 400, Joliet, Ill.

Sept. 27 — Sylvania 300, Loudon, N.H. Oct. 4 — AAA 400, Dover, Del. Oct. 10 — Bank of America 500, Concord, N.C. Oct. 18 — Hollywood Casino 400, Kansas City, Kan. Oct. 25 — Alabama 500, Talladega, Ala. Nov. 1 — Goody’s Fast Pain Relief 500, Ridgeway, Va. Nov. 8 — AAA Texas 500, Fort Worth, Texas Nov. 15 — Quicken Loans Race for Heroes 500, Avondale, Ariz.

Nov. 22 — Ford EcoBoost 400, Homestead x — non-points race

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Momentum seems like a useful tool to carry into the Chase, but since NASCAR adopted the playoff system in 2004, only twice has the Richmond winner gone on to win the ensuing “Chase for the Championship.” Jimmie Johnson did it both times, in 2007 and 2008.

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Outdoor news Outdoor Expo The opportunity for families to experience the fun of Iowa’s outdoors is right around the corner. The seventh annual Iowa Outdoor Expo is Sept. 26 and 27 at Waterworks Park in Des Moines.

The Outdoor Expo allows attendees the opportunity to try many different activities in a safe, controlled environment. There will be opportunities to try fishing, bow fishing, canoeing and kayaking, outdoor cooking, trap shooting, archery, off road vehicles and more. A full list of activities is available at www.iowadnr.gov/expo.

“This is a family friendly event with plenty of activities designed for people of all skill levels. We have instructors on hand to teach the activities, offer guidance and tips for them to enjoy the activity when they are on their own,” said Megan Wisecup, hunter education administrator for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. “We have scheduled a few new events this year, including two live raptor releases and a real pioneer wedding at the buck skinners tent Saturday afternoon.”

While attendance and ac-

tivities has grown each year, what has not grown is the entry fee – it is still free entry to everyone.

The Iowa Outdoor Expo is open September 26 from 9-6 and September 27 from 10-4, which coincides with Sept. 26’s designation as National Hunting and Fishing Day. Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad signed the proclamation on April 1.

The proclamation references Iowa’s rich and storied tradition of hunting and fishing that predates statehood and that it is important for young Iowans to carry on the traditions of hunting and fishing and outdoor recreation.

The Iowa Outdoor Expo is sponsored by the Izaak Walton League, Polk County Conservation, the U.S. Sportsman’s Alliance Foundation, SOAR Saving Our Avian Resources, Weatherby Foundation International, Friends of NRA, MidIowa Bassmasters, Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Theisens Home-Farm-Auto, Shallow Water Investigators Bowfishing, Northern Lights Pizza and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Major League standings East Division W L Pct GB Toronto 79 60 .568 — New York 77 61 .558 1½ Tampa Bay 68 71 .489 11 Baltimore 67 72 .482 12 Boston 66 73 .475 13 Central Division W L Pct GB Kansas City 83 56 .597 — Minnesota 72 67 .518 11 Cleveland 68 70 .493 14½ Chicago 66 72 .478 16½ Detroit 64 75 .460 19 West Division W L Pct GB Houston 76 64 .543 — Texas 73 65 .529 2 Los Angeles 70 69 .504 5½ Seattle 67 73 .479 9 Oakland 60 80 .429 16 ___ Wednesday’s Games Baltimore 5, N.Y. Yankees 3 Tampa Bay 8, Detroit 0 Boston 10, Toronto 4 Cleveland 6, Chicago White Sox 4 Minnesota 3, Kansas City 2, 12 innings Houston 11, Oakland 5 L.A. Angels 3, L.A. Dodgers 2 Seattle 6, Texas 0 Thursday’s Games Texas (D.Holland 3-1) at Seattle (F.Hernandez 16-8), 2:40 p.m.

Toronto (Price 14-5) at N.Y. Yankees (Severino 3-2), 6:05 p.m.

Detroit (Simon 12-9) at Cleveland (Salazar 12-8), 6:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Kansas City at Baltimore, 6:05 p.m.

Toronto at N.Y. Yankees, 6:05 p.m.

Boston at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m.

Detroit at Cleveland, 6:10 p.m.

Oakland at Texas, 7:05 p.m.

Minnesota at Chicago White Sox, 7:10 p.m.

Houston at L.A. Angels, 9:05 p.m.

Colorado at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

East Division W L Pct GB New York 78 61 .561 —

Washington 71 68 .511 7 Miami 59 81 .421 19½ Atlanta 56 84 .400 22½ Philadelphia 54 86 .386 24½ Central Division W L Pct GB St. Louis 88 51 .633 — Pittsburgh 83 55 .601 4½ Chicago 80 58 .580 7½ Milwaukee 61 78 .439 27 Cincinnati 57 81 .413 30½ West Division W L Pct GB Los Angeles 80 59 .576 — San Francisco 72 68 .514 8½ Arizona 67 73 .479 13½ San Diego 67 73 .479 13½ Colorado 57 82 .410 23 ___ Wednesday’s Games St. Louis 4, Chicago Cubs 3 Atlanta 8, Philadelphia 1 N.Y. Mets 5, Washington 3 Miami 5, Milwaukee 2 Pittsburgh 5, Cincinnati 4 San Diego 11, Colorado 4 Arizona 2, San Francisco 1 L.A. Angels 3, L.A. Dodgers 2 Thursday’s Games Colorado (J.De La Rosa 9-6) at San Diego (T.Ross 10-10), 2:40 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Arrieta 18-6) at Philadelphia (Morgan 5-5), 6:05 p.m.

Milwaukee (W.Peralta 5-8) at Pittsburgh (Burnett 8-5), 6:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (B.Colon 13-11) at Atlanta (S.Miller 5-13), 6:10 p.m.

St. Louis (Jai.Garcia 8-4) at Cincinnati (Jo.Lamb 0-3), 6:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Chicago Cubs at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

Milwaukee at Pittsburgh, 6:05 p.m.

St. Louis at Cincinnati, 6:10 p.m.

Washington at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Atlanta, 6:35 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers at Arizona, 8:40 p.m.

Colorado at Seattle, 9:10 p.m.

San Diego at San Francisco, 9:15 p.m.

Sano homer leads Twins to series win over Royals KANSAS CITY — Pinch-hitter Miguel Sano homered with two outs in the 12th inning, and the Minnesota Twins beat the AL Central-leading Kansas City Royals 3-2 on Wednesday night.

Sano, who took a called ball well within the strike zone on a 2-2 pitch, had been mired in an 0-for-14 slump that included 11 strikeouts.

On the full count pitch from Franklin Morales, the rookie used his second life to give the Twins the lead and the eventual win.

Blaine Boyer (3-4) threw 1 2/3 innings of relief for Minnesota, and Kevin Jepsen got three outs for his 12th save in the ninth.

The Royals had plenty of chances to win the game after tying it in the eighth.

They left the winning run on third in the ninth inning, and then squandered a first and third one out situation with Lorenzo Cain at the plate in the 10th.

Cain grounded the ball back to the mound and pinch-runner Jarrod Dyson was thrown out by Boyer.

Ben Zobrist keyed both runs for the Royals, hitting a solo homer in the sixth and then leading off with a triple in the eighth. Cain later drove him in with a one-out sacrifice fly.

Kris Medlen threw 5 1/3 innings of no-hit ball before allowing a one-out solo homer to Kurt Suzuki. The Twins would tack on another run in the inning when Joe Mauer drove in Aaron Hicks on a single.

Medlen would finish the game with six innings pitched, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out two.

The Royals still hold an 11-game advantage in the American League Central and maintained their fourgame lead over Toronto for AL home field advantage.

They are off Thursday before returning to action on Friday in Baltimore.

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sizes including 8 pr of Big Star, Miss M Jeans, Oakley sunglasses, Keurig, North Face Coat, desk, 200 unopened pkg scrapbook stickers, paper and embellishments, porch swing, wicker night stand and dresser, small book shelf, coach purses, many antiques, old insulators, lots of great bargains.

GARAGE SALE

501 N. Park Saturday, Sept. 12 8 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Womens clothes, double stroller, pack n play, baby clothes – 5T boys, toys, lots of misc.

Garage Sale Out Of Town

GARAGE SALE

GARAGE SALE

1200 N. Lincoln

111 E. Filmore, Afton Friday, Sept. 11 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

18 piece barbecue set, never used; lamps; craft wood bundles; fireplace set; log carrier; garment bags; size 7 1/2 shoes; pop-up pup tent and misc.

Saturday, Sept. 12 & Sunday, Sept. 13 8 a.m. - ?

Kids pulling tractors & sleds; kids battery operated 4 wheeler; convenience store equipment, some new/some used; 2009 Kawasaki 650 4-wheeler; lots of DVD movies; Barbie dolls; porcelain dolls; WWI helmets and equipment; gas powered power washer; agricultural antiques; yard gates; International #7 horse drawn sickle mower; well pumps; yard art; tools; iron wheels; hit & miss engine parts; PA system & portable PA system and more!

To Our Readers:

Creston News Advertiser does not knowingly accept advertising which is violation of the law.

Likewise, we do not knowingly accept advertising which is fraudulent or has malicious intent.

While we attempt to screen advertising with potential of fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems. We strongly encourage our readers to exercise caution and common sense, particularly when dealing with companies with which you are not familiar.

Part-time

Maintenance person for 48 unit family property in Creston.

Must have basic repair skills and be available for flexible hours.

Must have a drivers’ license.

Apply at Creston Plaza Apartments at 1003 S. Sumner St. during the hours of 9:30 am - 12 pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday or 12 pm - 4 pm Tuesday and Thursday Equal Employment Opportunity

New to Creston?

If you are new to Creston, stop by the

Creston Chamber of Commerce for a welcome packet!

Canoe or ladder rack; iron wheels; cream cans with implement seats; bench; books (Nora Roberts, James Patterson & more); tools; lots of misc.

Communication Specialist PT - 911 Dispatcher Work hours mostly nights and weekends Please submit resume and complete application at the Creston Police Station, 302 N. Pine St., Creston, IA 50801 or call 641-782-8402 for additional information.

Job descriptions, qualifications and other requirements are posted on the City website: www.crestoniowa.gov and at www.iowajobs.org EOE Deadline: September 14, 2015 at 2PM

TO OUR READERS Creston Publishing Company does not knowingly accept advertising which is in violation of the law.

We do not knowingly accept advertising that is fraudulent or has malicious intent.

While we attempt to screen advertising with potential of fraud, it is impossible to screen all potential problems.

We strongly encourage readers to exercise caution and common sense, particularly when dealing with unfamiliar companies.

641-782-7021

EXECUTIVE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The executive leader of the Southern Prairie YMCA, Inc. is responsible for establishing and implementing the mission, vision, goals, and values of the YMCA The successful candidate will: • Advocate the YMCA vision within the community • Build and develop the staff team • Be visible within the YMCA • Improve operational performance Base Criteria: • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human services or related area; related graduate degree preferred.

• Ten or more years board management experience, preferably in the YMCA and/or not-for-profit sector; strategic planning, board and volunteer development, philanthropic development and branch operations.

Apply Online Only At: http://tinyurl.com/southernprairie-ymca-ceo Deadline for Resumes: September 28, 2015

Southern Prairie YMCA 1201 W. Townline St. • Creston EOE

LOOKING FOR A GREAT PLACE TO GROW YOUR CAREER? We have an immediate opportunity at our Creston, IA location:

Teller 30 hrs/week For a complete listing of all our available positions and job descriptions, and to apply online, visit us at www.GreatWesternBank.com/Careers

Relevant Military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women. Great Western Bank is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. ©2015, Great Western Bank

EOE/AA

CHS Inc., a Fortune 100 Company, has exciting career opportunities at our soybean facility in Creston, IA! We have the following positions open:

Maintenance Technician Instrument & Controls Technician Loadout Technician Pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check are required.

Apply online at: www.chsinc.com EEO/AAP Employer

Part-Time Administrative Assistant Job Summary TLC Administrative Assistant, will perform a broad spectrum of administrative responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities - Greet clients arriving at the center and let teacher know they have arrived - Coordinate center scheduling - Monitor unaccompanied children in the lobby - Bill, receive, and document client funds - Prepare deposits - Assist teachers in making daily preparations for student services - Help ensure smooth transitions as clients arrive and leave.

- Light housekeeping and cleaning - Sort and deliver the mail to the necessary parties - Answer the front office phone - Track donor gifts, send thank you letters to givers, and follow up on donors that have pledged funds.

- Help with planning and organizing fundraising events.

- Assist in writing grants - Other duties as assigned.

- Assist with TLC communication and marketing efforts.

Qualifications – Education/ Experience - Minimum of two years’ experience in working in an educational organization - Administrative duties experience - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point - Associates degree or higher, preferred To apply, email cover letter and resume to thelearningcenter2014@gmail.com

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$50 or Less

For Rent

For Sale

(5) WHITE LAUNDRY baskets, 3 are smaller $2.00 each, 2 taller -one is $3.00, the other $5.00; Hello Kitty digital alarm clock $10.00; (3) HP 60 printer ink cartridges, 2 black, 1 color, two are partially full, $25.00 for all, 641-7826144.

EFFICIENCY APARTMENTS. Spacious downtown Creston oneroom apartment furnished with refrigerator, microwave, private bath. $425/monthly includes all utilities, +deposit, srherriott@gmail.com, 641-208-0511.

(7) KITCHEN CHAIRS on rollers, green cloth with arms, $50.00 for all 7, 641-344-3445.

500,000 bushels of grain storage, 14¢ /Bu. Greenfield, IA 641-521-0869

BLACK CAST-IRON FLEUR DE LIS swag holders for window or door treatment, 2 pairs, $25; Victorian scroll black cast-iron brackets.

9 for $45 total. Also, assorted curtains, curtain rods, roller shades, etc., priced below $10 each; deal on multiple purchase. 641-782-7169 FREE TO GOOD HOME: Tortoiseshell color young female cat with 4 eight week old kittens. 2 males and 2 females, are well socialized and litter trained. Adult cat has been vaccinated and scheduled to be spayed, kittens will begin vaccination routine this week and money available to have them spayed or neutered. Would like kittens to go as pairs, 641782-8623 for more details.

ESTATE SALE: 3 buildings full; hub caps, toys, dishes, tools, jewelry, buttons, and stuff. 641347-5263.

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IT IN THE CLASSIFIEDS

One man’s junk is another man’s treasure!

Advertise your “treasure” in the Classifieds

641-782-2141, Ext. 6441 Southwest Iowa Egg Cooperative located at Massena seeks

Full-Time Office Manager Must possess: • Excellent bookkeeping skills, QuickBooks Pro experience a plus • Computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets • Human resources knowledge of federal and state laws • Ability to multi-task and attend to details • Excellent written and oral communication skills Compensation package includes health, dental, and vision insurance along with personal time and paid holidays.

To apply mail cover letter and resume with a list of references to

SWIE, PO Box 160, Massena 50853.

HOUSE FOR SALE

605 S. Walnut, Creston 2 bedrooms, full basement, large kitchen, double lot, appliances included, no contracts. $43,000

641-344-8658

We have Opportunities for PART-TIME Employment

Yoga Instructor—

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• Tuesday/Thursday • 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.

• Experience and fitness certificate preferred or must be willing to be trained and certified.

• Contact Wellness Coordinator Lynn Irr at 641-782-9622 or 641-344-2520.

Applications available at:

Southern Prairie YMCA 1201 W. Townline St. • Creston EOE

Full-time Position Available

those pesky Flies, Boxelder Bugs and Lady Beetles that visited you last winter?

Now is the time to treat, call today to prevent them from coming back.

Creston, Iowa • 641-782-4540 1-888-782-4543 • gvpc2@iowatelecom.net FREE ESTIMATES

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Find Savings When You Place Your Ad in the Classifieds!

Your Guide To Dining And Entertainment

Holy Spirit Parish’s

International Food Fair Sunday, September 13, 2015 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. at St. Malachy School Grounds 403 W. Clark Street • Creston $8.00 per ticket for 6 portions 13 Food Booths to Choose From Kids Carnival • Bake Sale Entertainment

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

We are looking for a motivated, hard-working individual to be part of our local, family owned company.

Duties include loading/unloading trucks, making/ accepting deliveries, maintaining the warehouse, equipment maintenance/repair, and working with customers, suppliers and regulatory personnel. Must be able to obtain a Class C CDL with hazmat endorsement.

We WILL TRAIN the right person!

Competitive salary with excellent benefits.

Day shift M-F. Company application and detailed job description available online at www.chemsult.com, at the Creston IowaWORKS office or call 641-782-9157.

EOE

Wed. Afternoon Sept. 16 - 4:00PM Creston, IA. Modern Furniture, Household, Antiques & Collectibles, Tools, & Misc. for Gene Obbink Estate. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill.

Sat. Sept. 19- 9:00AM Creston, IA. Guns, Ammunition, Hunting/Fishing Gear, Indian Artifacts, Household & Collectibles, Tools for Lynn Provost and the late Richard Provost.

Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill.

Sun. Sept. 20- 11:00AM Creston, IA. Real Estate, Household & Collectibles for Ruth (LaVonne) Cimburek. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill.

Mon. Sept. 21- 10:00AM Creston, IA. Annual Fall Consignment Auction: Farm Machinery, Vehicles, and Livestock Equipment at Creston Livestock Auction.

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

Sat. Sept. 26- 10:00AM Rural Mt. Ayr, IA. AC Tractors, Dozer, Machinery, Boom Truck, Ford Flatbed, Guns, Coins, Shop and Hand Tools, Antiques & Collectibles for Kenny & Sherry Hebensperger. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill.

Sun. Sept. 27- 11:00AM Orient, IA. Large Variety of Coke Memorabilia, Antiques and Collectibles, Guns, Ammo, Modern Funiture, Household Goods, Lots of Christmas and Seasonal Decorations for Jim Orr. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill.

The Darlene Abel Family: Kenny, Denny, Doug, Diane, Jeff, Chuck, Debbie, Dawna and families

Chet Abel

on September 11th!

Wishing you the best as you celebrate being 40 for the 2nd time!!!

Love, your family

Immediate Opening for

EXPERIENCED WELDERS

In busy Structural Steel Fabrication shop Full time with benefits Competitive Wages Paid

Apply in Person • No Phone Calls Please

Parker Welding & Fabrication, Inc. 721 E. Lane Street, Winterset, IA

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Auction Calendar

CHEM-SULT, INC

Thank You

Our hearts are full of gratitude when we say many thanks to family members, friends and neighbors for all the acts of kindness and sympathy, food, flowers, cards, visits and kind words spoken to our family regarding the recent passing of a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Darlene Abel.

We want to express special appreciation to our Pastor Delores Doench for the many words of comfort and the Powers Funeral Home for their professional arrangements. Also thank you to the Greater Regional Cancer Center and the Greater Regional Hospice House in Creston for their excellent care.

Darlene will always be remembered for her kindness to others.

HCI Hospice Care Services - Greater Regional Hospice House is looking for compassionate employees to serve patients during their end of life journey:

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

LVFD Hog Roast

The Lorimor Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department will host the hog roast

Saturday September 12th

at the Lorimor, IA Fire Station, located at 411 Minnesota Ave. Serving starts at 5:30 until gone with bike raffle to follow The cost is $5.00 Adults $3.00 Children 12 and under MENU: Pulled Pork, Side Salads and Desserts

PRN Hospice Aide: 1-2 years experience, CNA, CHPNA preferred PRN/RN Submit a cover letter and resume or application to: hrinfo@hci-vns.org

Dial-AService

A pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen are required.

HCI Care Services and VNS of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are implemented without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of age or physical or mental disability unrelated to ability to perform the work required.

HOME SERVICES DIRECTORY

Find the right people for the job, right here.

QUALITY CONTROL AUDITOR NEEDED Osceola Foods is seeking a Quality Control Auditor for our second shift. Successful applicants must have excellent communication skills, the ability to read and speak English, and have good math skills. Successful completion of a math examination is required. Prior experience is not required. Successful candidates will work in our modern facility located in Osceola, Iowa and enjoy competitive wages. Osceola Food’s comprehensive benefit package includes medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans. Additional benefits include 401K with company matching and quarterly Pay for Performance Bonuses.

Please stop by your nearest Workforce Development Center to fill out an application. Applications can also be picked up at Osceola Foods and mailed back to Jared Lee, 1027 Warren Ave. Osceola, IA. 50213.

Applications will be accepted from August 24 thru September 19, 2015 Osceola Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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

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

Plumber SCHROEDER PLUMBING and ELECTRICAL. Central air repair/ new installations, new breaker boxes, lighting fixtures, softeners, water heaters. Specialize in manufactured and mobile homes.

Free estimates, licensed, insured, 641-202-1048. Accept Visa & Mastercard.

Roofing ROOF-TECH INC., Residential -metal and asphalt roofing. Commercial seamless fluid applied membranes.

FREE estimates, call 800-289-6895 or 641-782-5554 or go online at www.rooftech.us.

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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 continuous reliable service in Southwest Iowa, free estimates, 641-3225160 or 1-800-245-0337.

Storage SHARP’S SELF-STORAGE Boats, records, inventory, furniture.

You store it, lock it, take the key. Industrial Park, Creston, 641-782-6227.

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Sponsored by: Southwest Iowa Diversity Coalition

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.

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.

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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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Creston • 641-782-7023 Ad good Friday, Sept. 11 - Tuesday, Sept. 15

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Free concert: The Creston Salt Company (collegiate ministry) invites you to a free, all-ages concert with Matt Baird 7 p.m.

tonight at Crest Baptist Church, 1211 Poplar St. While most know Baird as the lead singer of Christian hard rock band “Spoken,” he is also talented in coffee house-style music. He will perform “Spoken” hits in an acoustic style, worship songs and other originals.

‘Marriage Can Be Murder’ coming to Winterset Weddings can often be dramatic, but the Winterset Stage is bringing a wedding disaster you won’t soon forget. Laugh till you cry at “Marriage Can Be Murder,” showing Sept. 11-27 (Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5:30 p.m.) at the Winterset Stage.

Meet Lisa and Michael, your average couple getting ready to take the big plunge.

The wedding party is made complete with their overbearing parents, self-cen-

tered friends and annoying relatives all eager to add their two cents to the big day. You are invited to witness a wedding and reception unlike any other. We’re talking smack talk, the Hokey Pokey, secret lovers, hand-crafted vows, a chick fight, cake and a murder. Wedded bliss is not the only thing that is short-lived in this show as the nuptials turn noxious and someone gets bumped off. Try to figure out whodunit while enjoying a three-course meal, which is

included with your ticket.

The murder mystery “Marriage Can Be Murder” is an interactive comedy directed by the Winterset Stage’s co-founder Cindy Stanbro and stars Madison Densmore as the maid of honor, Tom Gill as Alphonso, Michael Garrison as the groom, Meredith McKay as the bride, Cheryl Miller as mother of the groom and Bobby Rhoads as father of the bride.

The Winterset Stage is located at 405 E. Madison St. in

Winterset. Tickets are $27 for seniors and military and $30 for adults. Tickets include a drink, salad, stuffed chicken breast, garlic mashed potatoes, broccoli and wedding cake for dessert. For more information or for tickets, go to www.thewintersetstage.org or call 515462-5156. The Winterset Stage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established to serve the underserved communities in central and south central Iowa with affordable live entertainment.

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College news Upper Iowa University FAYETTE — Upper Iowa University announces the dean’s list for the summer term 2015. To be honored, a student must have earned a minimum 3.50 grade point average for the semester and be enrolled as a full-time student.

Brianna Young, a nursing major from Kent was one of the honorees.

Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, not-for-profit university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs to more than 5,800 students —

nationally and internationally — at its Fayette campus, 25 U.S. education centers, as well as centers in Malaysia and Hong Kong. Upper Iowa University is a recognized innovator in offering accredited, quality programs through flexible, multiple delivery systems, including online and self-paced degree programs. With a focus on developing leaders and lifelong learners, UIU provides dual enrollment programs for high school students as well as continuing education and professional development op-

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Mon.-Thur. 6AM-8PM Friday 6AM-5PM Saturday 10AM-1PM

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portunities for learners of any age. For more information, visit www.uiu.edu.

—————— Des Moines Area Community College DES MOINES — Des Moines Area Community College President Rob Denson recently released the names of students eligible for the summer semester dean’s list. To be eligible, a student must have earned a 3.5 to 3.99 grade point average.

Those recognized from Creston include: Kaitlin Dorsey, medical as-

sistant Brandon Teno, building trades.

Nearly 600 students graduated from the summer semester from Des Moines Area Community College’s (DMACC’s) Ankeny, Boone, Carroll, Newton, Urban and West campuses.

Those recognized from Creston include: Kelce Cockayne, medical assistant Faith Hahesy, dental assistant Morgan Jackson, liberal arts Erika McNish, marketing.

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Buying cars & trucks, old farm equipment, all steel & copper, brass, aluminum batteries, stainless steel

New 70 foot scale!

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