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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

BALLOON WEEKEND The 37th annual southwest Iowa Hot Air Balloon Days starts Friday in Creston. See a full schedule of events in our 8-page special section inside today’s newspaper.

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This CNA file photo from 2012 shows a balloon piloted by Darcy Hoch of Milo flying across the sunset at Creston Airport.

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Forecast shows windy conditions Friday and possible showers Saturday. Sunday morning may present best flying conditions.

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By JAKE WADDINGHAM

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s the Creston community gears up for the 37th Balloon Days celebration, all eyes are on the weekend weather forecast to see if the balloons will have safe flying conditions.

The National Weather Service forecast for Friday night is partly cloudy with winds out of the south around 14 mph. The temperature is expected to reach 82 degrees.

“Friday night will be much warmer than it has been, but a little on the windy side,” State Climatologist Harry Hillaker said. “It might be a little too high for b a l l o o n s Hillaker to go up, but no rain is expected, so visibility should be good.”

Saturday brings the threat of rain, starting mostly cloudy with a southwest wind at 10 mph that morning.

The best chance for showers is around noon as the temperature climbs into the lower 80s again.

“Rain and thunderstorm chances start from 7 a.m. and last until 6 p.m.,” Hillaker said. “All of the heavy activity is expected to stay to the south.”

Saturday night shows another chance for thunderstorms around 6 p.m. with spotty chances continuing the rest of the night. Winds shift to the north and northwest around 8 mph.

Sunday morning is mostly clear and sunny with a northwest wind at 8 to 10 mph.

Temperatures are expected around 60 degrees between 6 and 9 a.m.

“The forecast is not too windy,” Hillaker said. “Wind

Hwy 34 project slowed because of wet work conditions

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odds start increasing as we get closer to the fall and move out of the summer doldrums.”

Flying conditions This year’s new balloon meister (race director) Jim Gebhart will be one of the officials checking to see if it is safe flying conditions.

“We fly by all FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) rules and regulations,” Gebhart said.

In ideal flying conditions, pilots look for a high pressure system on the radar with no fog for good visibility and wind between 0 and 10 knots.

One knot is about 1.15 mph. “ W e look at what is on the radar and we search Gebhart several ■ Jim w e b s i t e s Gebhart of for condi- Indianola tions in will be this the area,” year’s balG e b h a r t loonmeister.

Read more said. about him He will in the spestart check- cial section ing the in today’s w e a t h e r paper.

Friday afternoon around 2 p.m. and will make the call on if the fun flight can go up around 5 p.m.

“Saturday will be early,” Gebhart said. “We start checking around 4 a.m. with sunrise at 7:02 a.m. If conditions are not favorable, we will not fly until they are favorable.”

Gebhart will be up again Sunday morning at 4 a.m. to check conditions for the final flight of the weekend.

He said the precautions are all about safety for the pilots and the difficulty added to flying in high winds and low visibility.

“It takes a bigger landing area (in high winds),” Gebhart said. “Instead of looking to put it down in an area the size of a baseball field, you have to find a spot longer than the length of a football field.”

Tune in to 101.3 KSIB radio for updates on if the balloons will be flying and check the Creston News Advertiser Facebook page for any updates on the Balloon Days weekend.

By JAKE WADDINGHAM

CNA associate editor jwaddingham@crestonnews.com

Another two to three weeks, weather-depending.

That is about how long motorists can expect the detour around the Platte River bridge on Highway 34 to continue.

Scott Nixon, the project’s resident construction engineer, said the bridge has been complete for a couple weeks, but the weather has not allowed the crew to finish grading and ■ Scott Nixon, paving the project. project engi“The past two neer, predicts weeks we have been sitting there wait- Platte River ing,” Nixon said. bridge project “This weather we on Hwy. 34 have had all through August has not been will be finalconducive to the ized in two to grading work.” three weeks.

The crew is hopeful the weather warms up and wind helps dry out the construction site.

They will be installing drain tile while finishing the grading and paving.

“This time of year can be rough because you don’t get the really hot temperatures, so it can take even longer to dry out,” Nixon said. “We have a lot of work left to do yet this fall.”

Area projects

Highway 169 between Winterset and De Soto closed Monday for emergency repairs. Crews were working on a slide repair, but conditions Please see CONSTRUCTION, Page 2

Chiropractor in groping case gets reinstated WINTERSET (AP) — An Iowa chiropractor accused in the past of inappropriately touching female patients can resume practicing, a state board announced Wednesday.

The Iowa Board of Chiropractic’s decision to reinstate Stuart Hoven’s license is contingent on several conditions. He is on permanent probation and will need a

female chaperone present when treating patients who are women. He must also submit to polygraph testing every six months.

Hoven of Winterset had been accused multiple times of inappropriately touching his patients’ breasts. Two women reported incidents in 2012. Other patients reported incidents in 2004 that included alleged inappropri-

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ate comments of a sexual nature.

His license was suspended indefinitely in Hoven January 2013. Hoven later expressed interest in returning to work, but the board ruled in Sep-

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tember 2013 that he wasn’t ready.

A document filed by the board this month said Hoven has fully complied with requirements for seeking reinstatement. That includes completing individual and group therapy, as well as finishing a coaching program on professional sexual misconduct.

The court documents also

state this is Hoven’s “last opportunity to demonstrate that he is capable of practicing chiropractic in a competent, professional and ethical manner.”

Hoven previously had clinics in Winterset and Osceola.

(Osceola Sentinel-Tribune News Editor Amy Hansen contributed to this story.)

Stuart Hoven of Winterset, who inappropriately touched female patients in 2012, had clinics in Winterset and Osceola.

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Deaths Lorri Curtis Juarez Omaha, Neb.

Lorri Curtis Juarez, 56, of Omaha, Neb., died Sept. 12, 2014, at her home in Omaha.

Services will be 2 p.m. Satur- Juarez day, Sept.

20, at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Creston. Mary O’Riley will officiate. Private inurnment will be at a later date. Visitation with family present will be 1 to 2 p.m. service time Saturday at the church. Pearson Family Funeral Service, 809 W. Montgomery St., Creston, is assisting with local arrangements. Memorials may be given to family to be determined at a later date.

Lorri Lynn Curtis Juarez, daughter of Darleen June (Wilmarth) and J. Dean Curtis, was born Sept. 22, 1957, at Rosary Hospital in Corning.

She lived near Guss on a farm and went to Fairview Country School for kindergarten. In first grade, she attended school in Creston, and in second grade, she attended Corning School and continued there until sixth grade.

In seventh grade, Lorri and her family moved to a farm in Lenox, and she was raised there.

Lorri graduated from Lenox High School in 1975.

She was an active member in 4-H. She was also in Rainbow for years and became a worthy adviser.

Lorri attended Tarkio College in Tarkio, Mo., and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 1978.

Lorri was a social worker and started out working in Douglas County and then worked for the state of Nebraska. She then became a social worker for Title 20 and later worked in state licensing for daycare.

On July 11, 1984, Lorri married J.J. Juarez.

She volunteered at the Omaha Public Library and was featured by the Omaha World Herald as a “City Angel” for her volunteer time at the library and work with people.

Lorri is survived by her husband J.J. of Omaha; mother Darleen Peterson Rice and Hyatt Rice; sister Kim (John) Weatherhead of Hainesville, Ill.; brothers, Lynn Peterson of West Des Moines, Jamie Peterson of Creston and Chad Peterson of Lenox; nieces and nephews, Leslie Weatherhead of Iowa City, Josh Weatherhead of Windermere, Fla., Matt Weatherhead of Jacksonville, Fla., Kristen Weatherhead of Hainesville, Ill., Jacob Peterson of West Des Moines and Carter Peterson of Lenox; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Lorri was preceded in death by J. Dean Curtis in 1963 and her father Roswell Glen Peterson in 1999, who adopted her.

Today is Sept. 18, 2014, the 261st day of the year.

There are 104 days left in 2014. Below are news items from the Creston News Advertiser for this week (Sept.

15-21) in history.

5 years ago A three-day assessment of the Union County Jail determined the jail should remain open. Gerry Billy, consultant for the National Institute of Corrections, conducted the assessment at the request of the Union County Board of Supervisors and determined the facility should not be closed.

The original request by the Supervisors was made because it was believed transferring inmates to a neighboring county would cut costs.

Southwestern Community College officials confirmed a student living in the residence halls had been diagnosed with a case of Influenza A. Further testing was done to see if the student had the H1N1 virus.

The out-of-state student was advised to have no further contact with others on campus until 24 hours after fever symptoms subsided.

All students and staff were asked to follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations to stay home or in their residence until at least 24 hours after they no longer have a fever (100 degrees Fahrenheit) or signs of a fever (have chills, flushed appearance or sweating.)

Chuck Maltzahn

10 years ago

Betty Alley

Bob Deranleau won the at-large school board seat defeating Jason Osmun with a vote of 253 to 96. Deranleau replaced Dr. Robert Kuhl who had served on the board since 1986 and did not seek re-election.

A memorial visitation will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at Powers Funeral Home, junction of highways Creston 34 and 25, Creston. MemoCharles “Chuck” Malt- rials may be given to High zahn, 95, of Creston died Lake Outdoor Alliance. OnSept. 1, 2014, at Greater Re- line condolences may be left gional Medical Center. at www.powersfh.com. ter.

Services are pending at Afton Pearson Family Funeral SerBetty Alley, 78, of Afton died Sept. 18, 2014, at Cres- vice, 809 W. Montgomery ton Nursing and Rehab Cen- St., Creston.

IOWA CITY (AP) — The firing of an investigator who reported Gov. Terry Branstad’s speeding SUV wasn’t a wrongful discharge in violation of public policy, a judge ruled Monday in dismissing a key claim in the agent’s lawsuit.

Former Division of Criminal Investigation agent Larry Hedlund contends he was fired in retaliation for complaining about Branstad’s speed, and his attorney had argued that his job should have been protected because state law requires Department of Public Safety officers to enforce traffic laws.

But Judge Dennis Stovall ruled that while Hedlund had a legal obligation to enforce traffic laws, that is “too vague and general” of a public policy to give him added legal protection against discharge. Hedlund also didn’t show a “compelling need” for the protection since he had other job safeguards, including the ability to administratively appeal his firing, Stovall added.

Hedlund’s claims of wrongful discharge under state law, defamation and

intentional infliction of emotional distress against Branstad and three former superiors can proceed, Stovall ruled.

Hedlund initiated a traffic pursuit in May 2013 involving an SUV that sped past him doing “a hard 90” mph on a highway. A deputy clocked the vehicle traveling 84 in a 65-mph zone. But a trooper ultimately declined to issue a ticket after seeing it was a fellow trooper who was driving Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds.

Hedlund complained to then-DCI Director Chari Paulson that the vehicle should’ve been stopped, saying the speeding jeopardized public safety. The agency removed Hedlund from duty within days and fired him 2 ½ months later for what department officials called insubordination. Branstad said later that Hedlund’s firing was unrelated to the speeding complaint, and necessary for the “morale and safety and well-being of the department.”

Hedlund’s attorney, Tom Duff, said he disagreed with the ruling and was considering an appeal.

Henry’s Skateland in Creston closed after 31 years of business. Owners John and Shirley Henry sold the building and retired. The Henrys opened the Creston rink after owning one in Mount Ayr. One of Skateland’s crowded nights was Halloween 1974 when more than 300 people came to skate. Unfortunately, skating was going out of style and a smaller population of children in Creston caused business to slow.

Iowa First Lady Christie Vilsack spoke at Southern Prairie YMCA in Creston on behalf of Democrat Steve Waterman who was running for Senate District 48 challenging incumbent Sen. Jeff Angelo, R-Creston. Vilsack also spoke on the importance of educa-

forced the call to close the road to any traffic.

“We lost part of the road because of the rain,” Nixon said.

Iowa Transportation Department officials said they hope to have the highway reopened by the end of the year.

This means anyone attending Winterset’s Covered Bridge Festival Oct. 11-12 will have to plan their route around the closure.

The best route coming in from the north is Highway 92. All roads south of Winterset are not affected by the Highway 169 detour.

Asphalt work continues from Corning to Highway 71. Nixon said the project should be completed in October.

The crew will then move to Highway 92 west of Greenfield to start the next asphalt project.

Union County There are about half of the allotted working days left on the Cromwell Road and High and Dry Road contracts.

Union County Engineer

Steve Akes said the next step will be putting the bars in the joints on the Cromwell Road and patching on the High and Dry Road.

“The disappointing part is they don’t have enough people to do the project all at once,” A k e s said. “The same people that are run- Akes ning the jackhammers are the ones that have to put the bars in and grout over it.”

Akes said the jackhammering and setting the bars is the longest part of the project. He believes the crew will be cutting it close to their deadline for working days.

“We don’t have a very good gauge on how for they are going to get during the day,” Akes said. “They want to work from sunrise to sunset and have traffic control at night to keep motorist safe.”

Grading continues on the REA Road culvert replacements. Similar to the bridge

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tion and economic development.

20 years ago Abbey DeBord, 4, daughter of Shawna DeBord and Robert DeBord of Creston, was one of 600 participants in the International Model Search held Aug. 6-7 in Chicago, Ill. She was one of 100 clients chosen to be interviewed by agents. Abbey was selected to work with Stewart Modeling Agents of Chicago, well-known in the Midwest for work with children in the catalog and advertising field.

During the 17th annual Creston Balloon Days, all three scheduled balloon flights happened. In 1993, all flights were grounded because of rain, and the last time all flights occurred was in the early 1980s. Thirty balloonists participated in

1994 and crowds of people came out to watch.

Creston/O-M football shutout Winterset 41-0.

The team had 421 yards of offense including 24- and 52-yard scoring strikes from quarterback Kyle McCann to junior John David Weber. This was the Panthers second shutout of the year.

Susie Olesen, special education teacher at Greenfield Elementary for 19 years, received a $25,000 Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award. The award is intended for personal use.

Olesen was surprised with the award presented by Dr. Al Ramirez, Iowa director of education, at the school.

Olesen planned to use the money to buy a computer and start a college fund for her high school children.

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Eight returning letterwinners returned to the Creston volleyball team in 1994. They included, front row from left: Stacy Hightshoe, Kate Gammell, Cari Briley and Mandy Moffit. Back row: Nikki Crawford, Melissa Baker, Abby Jackson and Sarah Vicker. Head coach was Paul Jameson.

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replacement on Highway 34, the weather has hindered the crews ability to do dirt work.

Akes said the crew is close to completing the east project on the REA Road and will be setting rip rap in the ditch to protect where the culvert dumps out next week.

“As soon as we are able to go in and rock the road, we can open it (the east culvert) back up to the public,” Akes said.

The Cromwell Road and High and Dry Road crew has about half of the allotted working days left. The east culvert on REA Road is close to being completed.

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Schedule of driver’s license examiners: Bedford: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., treasurer’s office, Taylor County Courthouse, 407 Jefferson St. Corning: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., treasurer’s office, Adams County Courthouse.

Driving tests on Wednesday mornings by appointment.

Creston: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., treasurer’s office, Union County Courthouse, 300 N. Pine St. Driving tests Wednesdays. Call 782-1710 for an appointment.

Greenfield: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., treasurer’s office, Adair County Courthouse, 400 Public Square.

Mount Ayr: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., treasurer’s office, Ringgold County Courthouse, 109 W. Madison St. Osceola: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., treasurer’s office, Clarke County Courthouse, 100 S. Main St. Winterset: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Madison County Courthouse, 112 N. John Wayne Drive.

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Celebrate Recovery (a Christcentered 12-step program), 6 p.m., Crest Baptist Church, 1211 N. Poplar 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.

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Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 107 W. Howard St. Southern Prairie YMCA 55 Plus, 11:45 a.m., Summit House.

Bring money for Dairy Queen.

CW Club, noon, congregate meal site, restored Creston Depot.

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

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

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

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

Saturday

Miscellaneous Warrant, 8:38 a.m., Wednesday, North Pine Street.

Parking complaint, 12:14 p.m., Wednesday, South Sumner Avenue.

Alarm, 1:17 p.m., Wednesday, North Birch Street.

Reckless driving, 2:36 p.m., Wednesday, West Jefferson Street.

Traffic stop, 3:25 p.m., Wednesday, Carpenter Street.

Traffic stop, 3:39 p.m., Wednesday, East Mills Street.

Talk to officer, 3:43 p.m.,

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

Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 107 W. Howard St. Southwest Iowa Dancers, 6 to 9 p.m., Chicken Inn, 3 miles west of Creston on Hwy. 34, featuring Jim Georges’ Band.

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

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OPINION

A climate week to change everything The climate crisis is worsening faster than predicted, by every scientific measure, and is paralleled by another crisis: the failure of the U.N. climate negotiation process. “You have been negotiating all my life,” student activist Anjali Appadurai said as she addressed the formal climate negotiations in Durban, South Africa, back in 2011. The climate negotiations have been in a virtual gridlock, with nations, most notably the United States under President Obama, blocking progress and protecting their national interests while the planet heats up, potentially irreversibly.

“I speak for more than half the world’s population. We are the silent majority,” Appadurai said as the designated youth speaker.

“You’ve given us a seat in this hall, but our interests are not on the table. What does it take to get a stake in this game? Lobbyists?

Corporate influence? Money?”

Three years later, the United Nations is now holding a special climate summit in New York City on Sept. 23, with more than 100 world leaders expected. Unlike the formal U.N. climate negotiations, the goal of this nonbinding

King Features commentary Amy Goodman

summit, the UN says, is “to raise political will and mobilize action, thereby generating momentum toward a successful outcome of the negotiations.” After 20 years, U.N. officials have apparently realized that, if left to the usual suspects of government and industry participants, the efforts to achieve a legally binding climate accord, slated for Paris in December 2015, will fail. Grass-roots action is now seen as a critical component for success.

Environmental activists protested in outrage at the climate summit in Copenhagen in 2009, when President Obama showed up and derailed the U.N. negotiations by holding closed-door meetings with the world’s largest polluting nations. Back then, the United Nations responded by ejecting the activists. The U.N. climate negotiations are held around the world, but always in tightly secured convention facilities, far from people

most directly impacted by climate change, and far from the sight and sound of climate activists who converge at the summits, hoping to pressure the negotiators to reach a deal before it is too late.

Just days before Ban Ki-moon’s invite-only summit next week, a broad coalition will hold the People’s Climate March, expected to be the largest march addressing climate change in history. People from all walks of life will gather on Central Park’s west side on Sunday, Sept. 21. Organizers expect over 100,000 people. More than 1,200 marching bands have been confirmed.

People will march in “blocs.” At the front of the march, “Frontlines of Crisis, Forefront of Change” will include indigenous and other communities directly affected by fossilfuel extraction and the impacts of climate change. Organized labor and students will march under the banner “We Can Build the Future,” followed by “We Have Solutions” — alternative energy and sustainable food and water groups.

The “We Know Who Is Responsible” bloc will highlight fossil-fuel corporations, banks and other polluters. Scientists and interfaith ac-

tivists will comprise “The Debate Is Over” bloc, followed by the final, all-inclusive bloc, “To Change Everything, We Need Everyone.”

One of the principal organizers of the People’s Climate March is Bill McKibben, founder of 350. org, the climate-change organization named after 350 parts per million, the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere that scientists consider to be safe and sustainable. Says McKibben, “The only way we’ll change ... is by building a big movement. That’s why September 21st in New York, which all these groups are coordinating, is such an important day.”

During the weekend, Union Theological Seminary is hosting a conference of clergy from around the world, addressing the moral issues raised by human-induced global warming. On Monday, the day after the big march, some independent groups are planning to “Flood Wall Street.” “Flood, blockade, sit-in, and shut down the institutions that are profiting from the climate crisis,” the group’s website implores, with a check box to indicate if you are willing to risk arrest. A group calling itself the “Earth Quaker Action Team” will

theatrically investigate New York City branches of PNC Bank for the crime of “climate disruption,” for the bank’s role in financing mountaintop-removal coal mining.

Sunday’s climate march won’t include speeches. It’s all about the movement. But on Monday, author Naomi Klein will be among those speaking at the Wall Street actions. Her new book is out this week, titled “This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. The Climate.”

It is a powerful, passionate, paradigm-shattering call to action. In it, she reminds us, “climate change changes everything. And for a very brief time, the nature of that change is still up to us.” *** Denis Moynihan contributed research to this column. *** Amy Goodman is the host of “Democracy Now!,” a daily international TV/radio news hour airing on more than 1,200 stations in North America. She is the co-author of “The Silenced Majority,” a New York Times best-seller. (c) 2014 Amy Goodman Distributed by King Features Syndicate

Hurricane Odile slammed into Baja California with Category Three winds HOLLYWOOD--Happy Thursday, everybody, and God Bless America.

President Obama ordered three thousand U.S. troops to West Africa Tuesday to halt Ebola before this virus becomes deadlier by mutating. That’s when things get scary. We all saw what happens when NFL players developed an immunity to the calming effect of elevator music.

Hurricane Odile slammed into Baja California with Category Three winds of one hundred and twenty-five miles an hour Tuesday. The storm pushed high humidity into a Los Angeles already sweltering under desert heat. Everybody is sweating like Roger Goodell on the The View.

Tim Tebow’s role as a college football analyst was expanded Saturday after he displayed so much wit and humor and enthusiasm in his SEC football commentary. He’s just patiently biding his time in the studio. Soon there will be no one left to play in the NFL except Tim Tebow.

Anheuser-Busch issued a statement Tuesday expressing their

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disappointment in the way the NFL is dealing with spousal abuse cases. It had to get the commissioner’s attention. You know your league is in trouble when alcohol is disappointed in the way you are handling things.

The CDC hailed the president’s order to send three thousand U.S. ground troops to West Africa to battle the spread of the Ebola virus. It’s a dashing and dangerous mission. Dick Cheney predicted that when U.S. troops arrive in West Africa, they will be greeted as incubators.

President Obama visited a hospital in Atlanta that treats Ebola victims Tuesday. He took advantage of their top-notch burn center. Last week in his address to the country, Obama said the radical Islamists who fight for the Islamic State are not Islamic, and his pants caught on fire.

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News doesn’t come any harder McCLELLANVILLE, S.C. — Highway 17 heading north from Charleston is the kind of funky, low-country trail I love. Roadside vendors sell sweetgrass baskets made in Gullah tradition, and latesummer flora is profuse and aquarium green.

I stop at McClellanville Diner, where photographs on the wall show the boat that last night caught the shrimp you eat today.

A window unit blasts cold air into the small dining area, where everyone seems to know — and like — everyone else. “Did you pay for ours, too?” a young woman asks a man who is leaving. He waves and smiles.

After leaving this cove of conviviality, I drive into the town of McClellanville itself, an unspoiled shrimping village outlined by live oaks and well-kept old houses. I make a mental note to write a column about the pretty place later. And I silently thank the fates for my job.

Before I get around to writing the column, South Carolina is in the news. I am sitting in my mother’s Alabama den, half-listening to the local news that she watches religiously at midday. Five bodies.

Young children. Garbage bags.

Pine Apple.

Pine Apple is a speck of a historic town not so far from where we sit, which is what makes local news

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vital. Turns out it also was a random choice for a dumping ground for five murdered children.

Their father, from Red Bank, South Carolina, dropped them there. He put his dead babies in separate garbage bags and left them to finish decomposing in the Alabama woods. Then he got back in his Cadillac and drove on into Mississippi.

By evening, the story is national.

The awful details bleed from the tube, and we, my mother and I, try to fathom them.

It’s the kind of story you associate with big cities, not small Southern towns. Lexington County, South Carolina, after all, is but a few counties away from the friendly cafe and the shrimp boats and baskets. How could trouble like this brew in such a peaceful place?

I know too well it can. In 40 years in the business, I have done my share of what newspapers call “hard news.” By “hard” we mean serious, the opposite of features or human interest. We mean politics or murder or war or, well, tough stories that have to be told.

This story is “hard” by any definition of the word. It’s hard to watch the details as they emerge.

It’s hard to see the paternal grandfather of the five children call his son, who has confessed, “Little Tim.” It’s hard to see the snaggletoothed picture of one of the children. It’s hard to hear the details of the broken marriage that produced the kids and in the end destroyed them.

Maybe it’s my age or lack of ambition or saturation of the defenses you need to report a story like this.

But I am grateful that no editor will be calling to ask that I cover the Mississippi memorial for the lost tots, or the trial for the murdering father or, worst of all, the grieving mother.

I’d rather write about the little restaurant along a blue South Carolina highway. The one that posted pictures of shrimp boats and big fish, and where today, I’m quite sure, the conversation is about a deranged man who killed his own blood and flesh. *** Rheta Grimsley Johnson most recent book is “Hank Hung the Moon ... And Warmed Our Cold, Cold Hearts.” Comments are welcomed at rhetagrimsley@aol.com. (c) 2014 Rheta Grimsley Johnson Distributed by King Features Syndicate

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 and Parish Council meeting. Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. Mass. Wednesday, 6:15 p.m. religious education; 6:30 p.m. devotions. Thursday (9/25), 7 p.m. RCIA, Holy Spirit hall.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. worship.

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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 11 a.m. worship.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Today, 4:30 to 7 p.m. pork chop dinner at McKinley Park.

Friday, 6 p.m. Acts 2 Journey Team meeting at the Norton home, read chapter 7. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school for all

ages; 10:35 a.m. morning worship, “A Healthy Church”; 6 p.m. small group study meeting at the Norton home, “Principles of Perseverance.” Tuesday, 7 to 10 a.m. Coffee café, fellowship hall.

Invite a friend and bring a coffee mug. WiFi and mini muffins included. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. prayer time in the sanctuary; 7 p.m. Family Night activities: adult Bible study (Romans), sanctuary; Life Youth, lower level youth room; Kids Klub, lower level fellowship hall. Thursday (9/24), 7 to 10 a.m. Coffee café, fellowship hall. Invite a friend and bring a coffee mug. WiFi and mini muffins included.

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

Thursday, 3:30 p.m. SIRF. Friday, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting.

Sunday, 10:45 a.m. worship services; scripture lesson: psalm 139: 13-16 and sermon: “And so it begins.” Monday, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting. Tuesday, 3 p.m. Crisis fund center open, 5 p.m. Open table (Union County Board of Supervisors). Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. TOPS. COMMUNITY OF CHRIST, Creston Congregation (RLDS), 820 N. Elm St., Elder Gary O’Daniels, pastoral coordinator.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. congregational business meeting; 9:30 a.m. church school classes; 10:30 a.m. morning worship, Barb McKiernan, presider; Lorrie Long, 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; and Women’s Bible study (Spindler’s home). Friday, 8:30 a.m. Operation World prayer meeting; 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible study. Saturday, 8 a.m. prayer meeting. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Bible study (for all ages); 10:45 a.m. worship; 7 p.m. Men’s Bible study. Tuesday, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Women’s Bible study; 6:30 p.m. new women’s step study; 9 to 10 p.m. Creston Salt Company for college students/ young adults, Room 120, SWCC. Wednesday, 6:30 a.m. prayer meeting; 6:30 p.m. Team Kid, youth ministry; DivorceCare; and adult Bible study.

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

Friday, 6 p.m. Balloon Days outreach. Saturday, 9:30 a.m.

Balloon Days outreach; 1 p.m. Paulsen/Seitz wedding, Greenfield. Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship service; 10:15 a.m.

Sunday school; 11:30 a.m. Lunch and Learn/youth committee meetings, senior high and their families; 3 p.m. Deacons meeting; 4:45 p.m. Melody Makers choir practice; 6 p.m. family worship service. Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Ladies Bible study at Tammy Reeves. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

AWANA clubs and Trek; senior high youth group; and adult Bible study and prayer meeting.

Thursday (9/25), 5 p.m. Christian Singles over 50, The Pizza Ranch.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 301 E. Townline St. Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship service with speaker Joe Powers, Gideons International; 11 a.m. coffee fellowship. Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Tootles (games/crafts).

Wednesday, 6 p.m. praise and worship service.

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

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

Friday, 1:30 p.m. crafting workshop. Sunday, 9:15 a.m. worship services, Matthew 20:1-16, “The Complaint Department is Open,” Mary O’Riley; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School. Tuesday, 1 p.m. Stich, Knit and Quilt. Wednesday, 9 a.m. Bible study; 5:30 p.m. Joyful Noise; Parish Council moved to Oct. 1.

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

AFTON CARE CENTER “Adding Quality to Life” 508 W. Pearl • Afton 641-347-8416

CARTER AGENCY, INC. Insurance & Real Estate 208 N. Maple St. • Creston 641-782-8516

CHARLIE BROWN AUTO, LTD. Recycled Domestic Car & Truck Parts Hwy. 34 West • Creston 641-782-6561 • 1-888-886-7811

AA meeting. Tuesday, 3 to 5 p.m.

Crisis Fund Center open; 5 to 6 p.m. Open Table (The Eagles Club). Wednesday, newsletter deadline; 9:30 a.m. TOPS; Parish Council meeting moved to Oct. 1.

See You at the Pole to take place Wednesday The Southern Prairie YMCA Christian Emphasis Committee invites the community to the Y 7:30 a.m. Sept. 24 for See You at the Pole. See You at the Pole is an annual gathering of Christians of all ages at a flagpole for prayer, scripture-reading and hymnsinging, during the early morning. Meet at the Y rain or shine.

“We are trying to emphasis the ‘C’ in the YMCA (Young Mens Christian Association),” Jacki Steffen, Southern Prairie YMCA Executive Director, said about the event.

“This morning gives us the opportunity for us to take a moment to pray for our nation and community.”

According to the official

website, See You at the Pole was inspired by the initiative of student in one youth group in Burleson, Texas, early in 1990. The teenagers felt led to go and pray at night at several area schools during a weekend youth group retreat. They had a profound time of prayer, and their experience was shared with thousands of other youth from across Texas in the form of a challenge in June 1990 at a large conference. More than 56,000 students on 1,200 campuses in Texas and three other states were documented at the first See You at the Pole in September of that year. The movement continued to grow nationally and internationally from 1991 on.

Prime Time Connection luncheon planned Creston Prime Time Connection invites all women to a luncheon 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 8 at First United Methodist Church, 400 N. Elm St. Cathy Oswald of Webster City will tell of the changes in her life. 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, Pastor JoAnna and Tyrone Davis, 515-249-3364.

Today, 6 p.m. Women’s service. Friday, 6 p.m. anniversary celebration service, church.

Saturday, first and third, 9:30 a.m. Men of Christ breakfast, 124 N. Maple St.; 4 p.m. anniversary celebration service, revival tent, Highway 34 and Sumner.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. anniversary celebration service, church; 6 p.m. evening service. Monday through Friday, 8 to 9 a.m. prayer and worship. Monday Night Live Youth Ministry (after school), 4 p.m. ages 4-11; 6:30 p.m. ages 12 and up. Monday and Wednesday, 5 p.m. Community meals, 124 N. Maple St. Tuesday, 5 to 6 p.m.

Intercessory prayer.

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

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

Mass. Sunday, 8:15 to 8:45 a.m.

Confession; 9 a.m. Mass; after Mass, First Reconciliation parent meeting. Monday, 5 to 6 p.m.

Adoration, St. Malachy Chapel; 6 p.m. Mass, St. Malachy Chapel; 6:30 p.m. CRHP Ladies meeting, St. Malachy library; 7:15 p.m.

Board of Education meeting, St. Malachy School. Tuesday, noon to 5 p.m. ReRun Shop; Knights of Columbus officers/recruitment meeting, 222 N. Maple.

Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. Mass, St. Malachy School; 7 p.m. religious education classes for grades 1-8, St. Malachy School. Thursday (9/25), 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.

Vocalist Cathy Klobnak will present a short concert.

Cost is $7.50. For reservations call 641-782-8478 or 641-743-2877 by Oct. 5. Reservations are to be used, given to a friend or canceled.

Saturday, noon worship.

Sunday, 1:30 p.m. worship.

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

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. coffee time/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, 9 a.m. Sunday school and adult education; 10 a.m. worship service with communion; 6 p.m. Financial Peace. Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Quilters. Wednesday, 7 p.m. confirmation class; and choir practice.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 800 N. Sumner Ave., Creston; 111 E. South St., Mount Ayr; the Rev. Jonathan C. Watt, pastor, 641782-5095, http://TrinityCreston. org.

Sunday, Mount Ayr: 8 a.m.

Divine Service with Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Bible class and Sunday school; Creston: 9:45 a.m. Divine Service; 11 a.m.

Sunday school and Bible classes.

Monday, 12:30 p.m. preschool; 6:30 p.m. LifeLight Bible study.

Tuesday, 6:30 a.m. Early Risers Bible study in fellowship hall; 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool; 1:30 p.m. LifeLight Bible study. Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. preschool; 6:30 p.m. confirmation classes. Thursday (9/25), 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.

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

Sunday, 10:45 a.m. worship services, Matthew 20:1-16, “The Complaint Department is Open,” Mary O’Riley. Monday, 7:30 a.m.

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

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

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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, Jeff Banks, pastor, office 641-743-0221.

Website: www.welcometocornerstone.org.

Today, 7 to 8:30 p.m. “Stepping Up: A Journey through the Psalms of the Ascents” Women’s Bible study; 7 to 8 p.m. Debt Retirement informational meeting. Friday, 11 a.m. J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth). Sunday, 9:30 a.m. worship service; 11:10 a.m.

Christian living classes; 6 to 8 p.m. youth group. Wednesday, 6:20 p.m. AWANA. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 213 N. E. Elm St., Kenneth Gross, pastor. Website: www.stjohngreenfield.parishesonline.com.

Saturday, 4:30 to 5 p.m.

Reconciliation; 5:15 p.m. Mass.

Sunday, 8 a.m. high school group/Confirmation, meet and attend Mass; 8:15 a.m. Mass.

Wednesday, 6:20 to 7:30 p.m. preK through eighth grade Faith Formation. Thursday (9/25), 8:30 a.m. Mass.

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. Sunday, 10 a.m. worship.

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

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

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

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship.

Wednesday, 6 p.m. meal and study.

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

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

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

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

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Mass with religious education classes afterward. Wednesday, 7 p.m. CYO. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 103 W. Michigan St., Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

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

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CHURCH OF GOD, Ben Turner, pastor.

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Lorimor, George Henriksen, pastor.

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship.

Macksburg

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

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Ben Carter-Allen, pastor. Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service with supervised nursery during church; 10 a.m.

Sunday school. Third Thursday, United Methodist Women.

Murray

BAPTIST CHURCH, Alex Bauman, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. worship services. Wednesday, 7 p.m.

Midweek Bible study and prayer meeting. Third Thursday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m. Missionary meeting.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 430 Third St., Brian McCracken, pastor. Sunday, 9:30 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Orient

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

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

Sunday school/adult Bible study.

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

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service.

Prescott

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

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

Shannon City

SHANNON CITY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Lila Dell Greene, pastor.

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

Sharpsburg

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. worship.

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Tim Maxa, pastor.

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

Stringtown

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

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

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Thayer

PLEASANT VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor.

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

Tingley

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Bruce Giese, pastor.

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

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CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Dan Moore, pastor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. fellowship; 10:30 a.m. worship and Sunday school. Monday, noon Women’s Fellowship potluck. Wednesday, 1 p.m. Quilters.

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

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A ‘grate’ cleaning solution Dear Heloise: Can you please tell me an easy way to CLEAN THE GRATES on my gas stove? No matter what I do, they still turn black from all the cooking grease and grime. — Diane T. in Texas To clean your stove grates, you will need some plastic bags and ammonia. Place the grates in the plastic bags, followed by a few tablespoons of ammonia. Seal the bags tightly and let them sit in the sink overnight. The grime and grease will come off or be loosened, but any remaining can be cleaned with a scouring pad, hot water and soap.

My only caution is when you open the bags, be very careful, because the fumes will be pungent and can be harmful. Open windows and keep the room as ventilated as possible while you finish cleaning.

Do this on a regular basis to keep up with them. — Heloise COVERED LUGGAGE Dear Heloise: While cleaning out my closet, I found I had lots of hangers with bags on them from the dry cleaners. I also noticed how dusty our luggage was. I cleaned the luggage, took the bags off the hangers and taped the top opening closed. Then I slipped the bags over the luggage. It has worked really well, and

Hints from Heloise the bags slip on and off so easily that it’s a snap. Just remember to keep these bags away from pets and small children.

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Horoscope Friday, Sept. 19, 2014 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You will pursue fun times and social occasions today.

This is also a great day for sports events and playful times with children. Look for ways to express your creative talents!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You will enjoy putting effort into reorganizing things at home today. A female relative might help you do this. (Get as much done as possible.)

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your communication with others is proactive, strong and bold today. That’s why this is an excellent day for those of you who sell, market, teach, act or write for a living.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your concern about your possessions is strong today, which is why you will enjoy cleaning or repairing something. You also might want to purchase something that pleases you.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) The Moon is in your sign today, and strongly placed. That’s why you feel emotionally up and physically purposeful. Ask the universe for a favor because you might get it.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You have been strong and flamboyant lately, which is why you might want to pull in your reins today and take a rest. After all, you can’t be all things to all people all of the time.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A sense of competitiveness with a friend, perhaps a female, will be strong today. Naturally, you like to win, especially if people are watching.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You make a great impression on others today, especially people in authority. Don’t hesitate to speak up, because this is the day to make your pitch.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Travel plans appeal to you today. Try to fly somewhere or perhaps have the pleasure of seeing those telephone poles going by. Either way, you want a change of scenery.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) If you have to divide something or share an inheritance today, you will be reasonable, yet you will defend your own best interests. This is a strong day for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Avoid jousting with others today, because you likely will lose. Just accept this, and gracefully give in.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You are proactive at work today, which is why you easily can delegate to others. Make a list of what you want to accomplish, and get down to it.

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Panthers’ final non-district test Friday at Greene County

By LARRY PETERSON

rison said. “He reminds me of the Perry kid (Will Whiton). Same size, good speed and a good arm.

They were successful running him on power flows last week against Algona.”

Defensively, end Riah Nelson (No. 16) is a force, Morrison said, along with Hamilton at linebacker.

“They run a 4-3, cover four with seven guys in the box at all times,” Morrison said. “It’s a tough defense to run the ball against.

They blitz up the middle a lot with their inside backers.”

CNA sports writer • lpeterson@crestonnews.com

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National Digest

Dwyer arrested TEMPE, Ariz. — Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Dwyer has been deactivated from all team activities following his arrest Wednesday on allegations of aggravated assault.

The arrests stem from two incidents involving a 27-year-old female and an 18-month-old child at Dwyer’s home in southeast Phoenix at July 21 at 8 a.m. and July 22 at 4 p.m., according to the Phoenix Police Department. Dwyer, 25, was booked into Maricopa County Jail on Wednesday on one count of aggravated assault causing a fracture, one count of aggravated assault involving a minor, two counts of criminal damage, one count of preventing the use of a phone in an emergency, and assault.

Dwyer admitted to the incidents during interviews with detectives but denied physically assaulting the female and child. According to police, a search warrant was also being executed at his home.

Exempt list CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers defensive end Greg Hardy has been placed on the NFL’s commissioner exempt list until his domestic violence case is resolved.

The team made the decision on Wednesday after meeting with the 2013 Pro Bowl selection and his agent at Bank of America Stadium.

The designation means Hardy can be around the team but can’t participate in practice. Hardy has a Nov. 17 date set to hear his appeal of a July 15 guilty verdict for assaulting and threatening exgirlfriend Nicole Holder.

The Panthers made the move Wednesday afternoon, less than 24 hours after theMinnesota Vikings made the same decision with embattled running back Adrian Peterson. Hardy had to agree to be placed on the list, as was the case with Peterson.

Winston suspended TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston has been suspended for the first half of Saturday’s game against Clemson after he was seen shouting an obscene sexual phrase on campus Tuesday, the latest incident in which his off-field behavior has created problems for the team.

FSU interim president Garnett S. Stokes and athletic director Stan Wilcox denounced Winston’s “offensive and vulgar” behavior in a statement Wednesday to announce the punishment.

“As the university’s most visible ambassadors, student-athletes at Florida State are expected to uphold at all times high standards of integrity and behavior that reflect well upon themselves, their families, coaches, teammates, the department of athletics and Florida State University,” the joint statement said. “Studentathletes are expected to act in a way that reflects dignity and respect for others.”

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This is the last chance to get all of the bugs worked out.

Creston/O-M (2-1 overall, 1-0 District 8) plays its final non-district game Friday at Jefferson against Greene County, which improved to 1-2 last week with a 21-6 district victory over Algona.

The Rams are in Class 3A District 2, which includes a 3-0 Carroll team that defeated Harlan this season, 42-7. Humboldt from that district is also currently 3-0.

“This is it,” Creston/OM coach Brian Morrison said. “Our last dress rehearsal before the fiveg a m e stretch where we see if we make the p l a y o f f s Morrison or not.

We need to continue to see improvement.”

Last week Certainly, a better start would be in order than the opening minutes last week, when Winterset quickly stormed to a 13-0 lead and seemed to be headed to a three-score advantage before a third touchdown was nullified by penalty.

The Panthers had snap issues and an intercepted pass returned to the 2-yard line to set Winterset up for the initial advantage.

Contributed photo by TERRY FREEMAN

Creston/O-M captains for 2014 shown taking the field before Friday’s 42-34 victory over Winterset are, from left, Alex Tamerius, Conner Pals, Tayler Pettit and Alex Nielsen. The Panthers travel to Jefferson Friday for a non-district game against Greene County.

But, Creston/O-M scored 35 unanswered points to take a 35-13 lead in the second half, before Winterset ended the game by outscoring the Panthers 13-7 down the stretch. The Panthers had two defensive stands on four downs on Winterset’s final possessions when the Huskies could have tied it with a touchdown and two-point conversion.

“A lot of teams, after a start like that, would have dropped their heads and not recovered,” Morrison said. “We had good leadership in that situation. We recovered and fought back.

We had to recover again and fight back. That first district game, every team comes out playing hard.

It’s their first one, and everyone still has hope. We knew to expect that kind of effort from Winterset.”

Power running As for Greene County, a team Creston/O-M hasn’t played for several years, Morrison said it’s almost like looking at a mirror image of his squad.

“This is a good football team that made the 2A playoffs last year with a lot of sophomores playing, and they’re part of a great junior class this year,” Morrison said. “They line up in a pistol formation most of the time, but they like to run downhill with a lot of isos, counters and traps, similar to what we do. Number 44 (Dylan Hamilton) is a strong, physical runner and they are good up front. They compare very favorably to Clarinda in their line.”

The Rams opened the season with a 12-6 loss to South Central Calhoun

Area volleyball Southwest Valley 3, w h i l e Palmer Lenox 0 VILLISCA — Southwest Valley rolled to a 25-12, 2516, 25-14 sweep of Lenox here on Tuesday in Pride of Iowa Conference action.

“I thought the girls came out ready to play tonight,” Southwest Valley head coach Lindsay Wetzel said.

“Jade (Petersen) and Marie (Palmer) had quite a few serving runs in all three sets.

On behalf of Southwest Valley volleyball, I would like to say thanks to the Lenox volleyball squad for bringing us flowers and a card in memory of Christian Silva.”

Marie Palmer led the Timberwolves at the net with 13 kills and two total blocks.

Danica Sunderman had four block assists and Lexi Bronner had three block assists.

Kelsey Means added seven kills and Jade Petersen finished with five. Taylor Damewood set 26 assists.

Petersen recorded nine aces on 26-of-27 serving,

finished with four aces on 13-14 serving. Bronner served three aces. Petersen F o r Lenox, Katie Dukes finished with five kills and four total blocks.

Aurora Arevalo and Morgan Miller each Dukes finished with two. Arevalo and Jacy Stoaks both finished with four total blocks.

Bethany Christensen set seven assists and had two total blocks. Miller recorded a team-high four digs and served 7-7 with two aces.

pulled off a Bluegrass Conference sweep here on Tuesday, defeating Melcher-Dallas 25-12, 25-20, 25-19.

“We played pretty well at the net again tonight and also had another good night of serving,” Murray head coach Jerry Shields said.

Hannah Barber finished with a team-high 11 kills and added four digs to go with three blocks.

S h e l b y Barber Myers recorded six kills and served 18-of-20 with five aces.

Jade Lecy had four kills and served 12-12 with one ace. Chellsea Jones served 9-10 and Katie Otto served three aces on 13-14 serving.

Brandi Gilbert set 16 assists.

The Lady Mustangs return to action tonight at Orient-Macksburg.

and a 16-14 defeat against Carroll Kuemper Catholic.

Last week, junior quarterback Daric Whipple showed his dual-threat status with several effective runs. He has run for 79 yards while Hamilton has 317 yards and three TDs in three games. Whipple has thrown less than Creston/ O-M’s Alex Nielsen, completing 22 of 45 passes for 236 yards this season.

Nielsen passed for 252 y a r d s in last week’s g a m e alone, and has 581 yards passing for the Nielsen season with seven touchdowns and three interceptions.

“Their quarterback is very athletic,” Mor-

Returnees Bryce Briley returns to the Panthers this week as a receiver, after sitting out last week with concussion syndrome. He will still be withheld from defense and kick return duties this week, Morrison said.

Also, it will be the debut of senior defensive lineman Cory Rathe, recovered from a lower leg injury Rathe at the summer camp in Maryville, Mo. He figures to spell Jordan Thompson at defensive tackle during the game, allowing Thompson to join Tayler Pettit and Kadon Hulett in a three-man rotation at defensive end.

Eventually, Rathe could Please see PANTHERS, page 10A

Ranked foe awaits East Union

By SCOTT VICKER

CNA sports editor • svicker@crestonnews.com

East Union rides plenty of momentum after a 60-23 win over rival Murray last week to open Eight-Man District 7 play.

The Eagles will face a tough task this week, as they travel to state-ranked Glidden-Ralston in their biggest test of the season to date.

The eighth-ranked Wildcats (3-0, 1-0) boast a potent offense led by junior Christopher Brown in the ground game.

Brown has carried the ball 25 times for 311 yards and seven touchdowns. He averages 12.4 yards per carry. He also leads the team in receiving yardage at 79 yards on three catches.

Murray 3, Wesley Reever and Melcher-Dallas 0 Blake Handlos have also MELCHER — Murray been consistent targets for quarterback Clayton Christian, recording five and four catches, respectively, for 67 and 64 yards.

Christian has been efficient in the passing game, completing 16 of 25 passes for 276 yards with four touchdowns and no interceptions.

The Wildcats have defeated their opponents by an average score of 47-9 this year.

Defensively, Reever and Noah Borkowski lead the way. Reever has recorded 20 total tackles with five solo tackles for loss and three solo sacks. Borkowski has 18.5 total tackles, with nine solo tackles for loss and six solo sacks. In addition, Brown has recorded three interceptions.

The Wildcats will have Red Oak Express photo by ANDREW NOSTVICK to contend with the threeLenox senior Aurora Arevalo attacks at the net, while Southwest Valley’s Lexi Bronner headed rushing attack of (16) and Danica Sunderman (12) set up a block during a 3-0 loss to the Timberwolves the Eagles, featuring three on Tuesday in Villisca.

ballcarriers with more than 190 yards.

Jonathan Weis leads the way with 223 yards and four touchdowns.

C o l e Campbell has 196 yards with Weis six scores and Mike Ward has 190 yards with four touchdowns.

In other Eight-Man District 7 action, Murray (0-3, 0-1) hosts Guthrie Center (2-1, 0-1) in the Mustangs’ homecoming game.

Guthrie Center is fresh off a 41-7 loss to ninthranked Coon Rapids-Bayard. Guthrie Center leans heavily on the running game with senior Austin Laabs, who has carried the ball 60 times for 385 yards with five touchdowns.

In Eight-Man District 8, Lenox (3-0, 1-0) also faces a tough task in taking on Sidney (2-1, 0-1).

The Cowboys were a 51-12 loser to third-ranked Fremont-Mills last week.

Sidney features a balanced offensive attack, led by running back Erick Rodriguez with 225 yards and two touchdowns on the ground. Quarterback Michael Coates has 137 rushing yards and one score, while Blane Moreland has 126 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Mica Graham, averaging 23.3 yards per carry, has scored all three times he’s carried the ball.

Coates is 14-of-31 passing for 349 yards with six touchdowns compared to one interception. Rodriguez is the leading receiver

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High school football standings CLASS 3A District 8

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Members of the Creston junior varsity volleyball team are, from left in front, Macy Evans, Ellie Johnston, Cayla Maitlen, Cydney Seley, Bre Wallace, Jordan Bloodgood and Michelle Islas. Back row, Taylor Fredrickson, Kristy Powers, Katie Powers, Hannah Hood, Cali Foglesong, Logan Pettit, Morghan Frey and coach Jessie McClellan. The Creston JV placed second in the Clarinda Tournament Saturday.

Team Creston/O-M Atlantic Dallas Center-Grimes Harlan ADM Glenwood Winterset CLASS 1A District 8 Team Panorama Woodward-Granger Des Moines Christian Van Meter Central Decatur Interstate 35 Southwest Valley CLASS A District 8 Team Bedford Mount Ayr Pleasantville

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Earlham Nodaway Valley Clarinda Academy Martensdale-St. Marys Southeast Warren EIGHT-MAN District 7 Team Adair-Casey Coon Rapids-Bayard East Union Glidden-Ralston Ankeny Christian Academy Guthrie Center Murray Northeast Hamilton District 8 Team East Mills Fremont-Mills Lenox Stanton CAM Essex Nishnabotna Sidney

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Panther freshmen beat Winterset

Creston/O-M had a good balance of rushing and passing in a 27-8 victory over Winterset Monday night.

The Panthers had 154 yards rushing and 153 yards passing. The game was originally postponed Friday because of field condition prior to the varsity game.

Kolby Tomas rushed 17 times for 108 yards and two touchdowns for the Panthers. Jaden Driskell completed 12 of 20 passes for 153 yards and two touchdowns.

He also ran for 44 yards.

Evan Jacobson and Dustin Contributed photo The Creston volleyball team that placed third at the Clarinda tournament Saturday Merritt each had touchdown includes, from left in front, Macy Andreasen, Cassity Conley, Kiersten Latham. Back row, receptions for the Panthers Alexis Baker, Victoria Borha, Faith Wilson, Makayla Davis, Mykenna Hribal and Paige and Tomas caught four passParsons. The team is coached by Mike McCabe. es for 92 yards.

Dustin Merritt had 16 to-

tal tackles for the defense, including one for loss that caused a fumble. Cole Higgins nad four tacles and an interception. Joe Eblen also had an interception.

“This was a great win for us,” said Panther coach Jon Thomson. “We have 17 active kids, with a couple that have been plagued with injuries, so when it comes down to it, it was a team effort. It has been great with the offensvie linemen and defensive line that we are able to move kids around in different spots and they step up to the occasion.”

Thomson said the team had eight penalties for 50 yards, so that is an emphasis this week to “clean up.”

“We got ourselves in a tight jam to start the second half with consecutive penalties calling a TD back,” Thomson said. “Then we were backed up to our own 7-yard line with a punt partially blocked. Our defense did a nice job to get us out of that pickle without a score.”

Creston/O-M 27, Winterset 8 Rushing — Kolby Tomas 17-108 (2 TDs), Jaden Driskell 13-44, Treyg Webb 2-2.

Passing — Jaden Driskell 12-20 for 153 yards (2 TDs).

Receiving — Kolby Tomas 4-92, Evan Jacobson 2-29 (1 TD), Dustin Merritt 3-24 (1 TD), Kelby Luther 2-8.

Tackles (solo-assist) — Dustin Merritt 9-7, Blake Sevier 1-6, Dalten Bierle 2-4, Cole Higgins 2-2, Jaden Driskell 1-4, Mason Kinsella 1-2.

Tackles for loss — Merritt 1.5, Bierle 1, Sevier .5.

Interceptions — Joe Eblen, Higgins.

Sports briefs Evening kickoff AMES — Kickoff and television schedules have been set for the Iowa State vs. Baylor football game Sept. 27 at Jack Trice Stadium.

Kickoff is set for 7:20 p.m. CT on Fox.

IHSADA post BOONE — Former Clarinda Athletic Director Harley Schieffer has been named the Executive Director of the Iowa High School Athletic Directors Association.

At the March 2014 Iowa CNA photo by SCOTT VICKER High School Athletic DiUniversity of Iowa running back Mark Weisman leaps over a pile of bodies into the end zone for a first-half touchdown, while Iowa State defender Qujuan Floyd (26) attempts to stop him in midair. Iowa led 14-3 at halftime, but Iowa State went on to win the game 20-17 on a Cole Netten field goal with just seconds remaining on the clock.

rectors Association Convention the membership voted to add the position of Executive Director to the leadership team of its organization. During this past summer a selection process was completed and the IHSADA is excited to announce that Harley Schieffer of Altoona was appointed as the first Executive Director of the IHSADA at the September 10th Executive Board Meeting in Boone.

Schieffer is a retired educator whose career spanned from 1969 to 2010. He served as a social

studies and physical education teacher at West Lyon High School from 19691994 where he also served as head basketball coach from 1973-1989, head baseball coach from 19711994, and assistant football coach from 1970-1994.

In 1994 Schieffer accepted a job at Clarinda High School as an assistant principal/activities director and served in that role until his retirement in 2010. He also oversees the Hawkeye 10 Conference information website, http://www. hawkeyeten.org.

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

HOT TOPICS: 3 ISSUES GENERATING A BUZZ

SPEED FREAKS

UP TO THE CHALLENGE

A couple questions we had to ask — ourselves

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Heading Down Under instead of Over Yonder.

Is Brad Keselowski officially the Chase favorite now?

GODSPEAK: “Bad Brad” sits atop the Keselowski-GordonHarvick triangle at the moment.

KEN’S CALL: Many had him there a week ago; most have him there now. It’s not Aric Almirola, by the way.

What will you remember most about the “Marcos Ambrose Era”?

GODSPEAK: His anecdotes about panning for gold in North Carolina creeks.

KEN’S CALL: That he had the coolest NASCAR accent this side of Ward Burton.

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The first race of the Chase was a microcosm of the regular season and likely a preview of the remaining playoff races.

Brad Keselowski, driving a Team Penske Ford, pulled away from Jeff Gordon, wheeling a Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet, as the two top-seeded drivers finished first and second at Chicagoland Speedway.

While there is no rest for Chase competitors, Keselowski can go to the second race of the playoffs without worrying about advancing to the next round of competition. Race winners get a pass to the next round.

On the other hand, he doesn’t want to lose momentum. He’s won the past two Cup races.

“I want to enjoy the moment, but I still know there’s nine weeks to go,” said Keselowski, the 2012 Cup champ. “We have a bit of a hall pass for the next two … I’m very appreciative.

“But those other seven, nobody cares that we won Chicago, nobody cares that we won Richmond or the other three races. It keeps resetting. You have to reset yourself. You have to keep developing the car and pushing as a team.”

Gordon was happy with second place, knowing that top-five finishes will take him to the Championship Round at Homestead-Miami Speedway in November.

Gordon, a four-time Cup champ, didn’t back away from his comment about being happy with nine consecutive second-place finishes going into Homestead.

“Eight more and I’ll be really happy,” he said with a laugh. “You want to get the win. While you can move to the next level with that hap-

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Blown engine could equal blown Chase for Almirola.

Should anything surprise us through one round of the Chase?

The only surprise is that there were no big surprises. No one went behind the Chase 8-ball — unless they were deemed a long shot anyway (take a bow, Aric Almirola). And no one ran up front who wasn’t expected to do just that. So there you have it, one winner (Brad Keselowski) and, frankly, only one loser (did we mention Aric already?).

pening, you almost kind of have to win after that.

“I think this is a great time for us to come out of here really solid and with a great second-place finish. We’ve got to get a little bit better. No doubt about it.”

Even with their combined success at Chicago, both drivers are looking over their shoulders.

TOYOTA’S TROUBLES

Only one loser? What about those Roush boys?

If it seems like it’s been a long time since you’ve seen Denny Hamlin or Kyle Busch in Victory Lane, you are right. Team Toyota has gone 17 races without a victory. The last Toyota win was by Hamlin on May 4 at Talladega. That was springtime, and the calendar now has a toe in autumn. Matt Kenseth, winless this season, said he was disappointed with 10th place Sunday and Toyota needs to “figure that out and how we can be better.”

If you finish midpack, you don’t quite qualify as one of the first-round losers, yet you didn’t do yourself any favors. Carl Edwards finished 20th at Chicagoland and teammate (for a while longer) Greg Biffle finished 23rd.

But frankly, no one we know had either on the short list of Chase favorites.

THE REAL DEAL

What about that other Roush racer?

Jeff Gordon, 43, sees a little of his young self in 22-year-old Kyle Larson. They raced side by side for second-place honors Sunday. Gordon nabbed the position, and the two had a chat after the race.

“I think this kid is the real deal,” Gordon said. The “Wonder Boy” torch has been passed.

Oh yeah, finally a headline for Ricky Stenhouse, who, a couple of years ago, was seemingly destined for NASCAR stardom. Well, he got the stardom, but not yet for the right reasons. And this past Sunday, he only got noticed because he collided with Ol’ What’s Her Name, and for the record, they blamed a spotter. It’s still early enough in the relationship that any issues can be blamed on a third party.

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Guess who’s on the board with a pass to the Chase’s next round?

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Ricky Stenhouse Jr. vs. Danica Patrick: Patrick’s No. 10 Chevy moved up into the No. 17 Ford wheeled by boyfriend Stenhouse, causing both to wreck late in the race.

Godwin Kelly gives his take: “Patrick said her spotter, Brandon Benesch, took the blame for not telling her Stenhouse’s position. These drivers can kiss and make up.”

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Winner: Matt Kenseth Rest of the top five: Ryan Newman, Joey Logano, Clint Bowyer, Tony Stewart Dark horse: Aric Almirola

Disappointment: Kevin Harvick First one out: Casey Mears Don’t be surprised if: Toyota breaks its 17-race losing streak with a charge led by Kenseth.

WEEKLY DRIVER RANKINGS — BASED ON BEHAVIOR AND PERFORMANCE BRAD KESELOWSKI Can coast for two weeks, but probably won’t

JEFF GORDON Nothing lost, nothing gained (yet)

KEVIN HARVICK Will win at New Hampshire

JOEY LOGANO Penske’s “other” driver this week

JUNIOR EARNHARDT Redskins’ romp helped his mood

JIMMIE JOHNSON

Might want to keep that “Go” switch in view

KYLE BUSCH Good time to regain his Cup footing

KURT BUSCH

Unlike his Cubs, he’s a September factor

MATT KENSETH 0-for-35

RYAN NEWMAN 0-for-43

CHICAGO REWIND

Marcos Ambrose says ‘G’Day mate’ to head back to Australia Marcos Ambrose, who some call the “Thunder from Down Under,” will leave Richard Petty Motorsports and the No. 9 Ford at the end of the 2014 NASCAR Cup Series season. He plans to race in his native Australia next year in a car that will carry the Team Penske banner. He spoke with the media about his decision to return home.

What went into this decision?

“There has been a lot of conjecture through the years, but I just want to get my kids home to enjoy the Australian lifestyle as well so they can make a good choice

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when they grow up. This is really a racing choice for me, and I feel like the time is right for me to stop in the U.S., and personally I think it is a great time to move back home to Australia with my family.”

How would you characterize your NASCAR career?

“It has been fantastic. I never thought I would achieve what I have at the Sprint Cup level. I have survived here for years, and I have had some wins, but not enough, and I feel like I was up against it early on from my background. I came from a country that

doesn’t have any asphalt oval racing at all, and so I feel like I have achieved a lot and am really satisfied.”

Do you see yourself coming back to drive road races?

“I haven’t really thought about that. This decision was made some time ago, and RPM felt like (this) was a good day to announce it, but I had spoken to RPM about this before the summer.”

What’s been the reaction from the team?

“They understand and have been very open and frank with each other all the way

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through, and RPM has been a great team to drive for and fully understand my situation and have worked together on this. I feel like I’ve left them better than when I entered. I feel I’ve contributed to the turnaround.

“When I first joined them in the turmoil of the Gillette changeover, there were a lot of gray clouds circling around them. They are on a great path, and I wish them the best.

I value Richard’s friendship greatly and the family and everybody here at RPM. They are a great company, and I wish them the most success.”

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also see time in the offensive line.

Next week, the team will see the eligibility return of the likes of lineman Ryan Brown and outside linebacker Spencer Wray.

Brown figures in the defensive line plans.

“We’re adding to our

depth this week, and we’ll get more depth next week,” Morrison said. “Our ultimate goal is to be able to platoon up front before our big games. I know Dallas Center-Grimes platoons and it’s important to stay fresh and finish games.”

The freshman game is scheduled at 4:45 p.m.

Panther lineup Creston/O-M (2-1, 1-0) OFFENSE WR Christian Groumoutis 6-0 TE Colton Bolinger 6-3 T Jordan Thompson 6-3 G Tayler Pettit 6-0 C Cole Tanner 6-2 G Kadon Hulett 6-3 T Jake Gutschenritter 6-1 WR Bryce Briley 5-10 QB Alex Nielsen 6-2 RB Conner Pals 5-8 or Chase Shiltz 5-10 FB Seth Maitlen 6-3 PK Conner Pals 5-8 DEFENSE DE Kadon Hulett 6-3 DT Jordan Thompson 6-3 NG Trevor Downing 6-3 DE Taylor Pettit 6-0 OLB Chase Shiltz 5-10 OLB Colton Bolinger 6-3 ILB Alex Tamerius 5-10 ILB Seth Maitlen 6-3 CB Sam Hartsock 5-8 CB Conner Pals 5-8 S McClain Haines 5-11 P Alex Nielsen 6-2

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with six catches for 125 yards and two touchdowns. Jacob Cain has five catches for 118 yards and three scores.

Class A Coming off a 63-22 drubbing of Clarinda Academy last week, Mount Ayr (2-1, 1-0) stays home to take on Martensdale-St. Marys (0-3, 0-1) on Friday in Class A District 8 action.

It will mark the first meeting between the two teams since 1981.

“We don’t know much at all about them,” Mount Ayr cocoach Delwyn Showalter said.

“We see their kids in other conference sports, but have not played them in football.

We’re learning some things off film and trying to get to know their system.”

The Blue Devils suffered a 34-8 loss to Pleasantville last week.

Alex Kim leads the Blue Devils with 244 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 49 carries. Quarterback Connor Dunn adds 143 yards and one touchdown, in addition to 257

Public notice NOTICE AND CALL OF PUBLIC MEETING Governmental Body: Zoning Board of Adjustment Date of Meeting: September 23, 2014 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.

The Farmers Coop have requested a variance from the parking and loading requirements as found in Section 168.07, and from the front yard setback requirements as set forth in Chapter 166 of the Zoning Code, in the 1996 Creston Municipal Code, to construct an office building and place loading and parking spaces on the property described, to-wit: Lots 224 through 228 and Lots 265 through 286 and vacated Montgomery Street between Grand Ave. and Palm Street and vacated Grand Ave. between Mills Street and Montgomery Street, and a portion of the vacated alley lying between the north lot lines of Lot 210 and 223 and Mills Street, of McDonald's North Section B Extension, Creston, Union County, Iowa.

More commonly known as: 1000 E Mills Street, Creston, Iowa.

You are further notified that you may appear at the above time and place, either in person or by a duly authorized agent or attorney, to make any comments you 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.

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passing yards and two touchdowns.

Also In Class A District 8, Nodaway Valley (1-2, 0-1) travels to Pleasantville (2-1, 1-0).

The Trojans feature a runheavy attack, led by Zeb Adreon’s 248 yards and five touchdowns on 33 carries.

Gunnar Sampson adds 122 yards and Brock Busick has 116 yards.

Class 1A Coming off a 28-0 home loss to eighth-ranked Panorama, Southwest Valley (1-2, 0-1) hits the road this week to take on Underwood (1-2, 1-0).

Underwood was a 35-26 winner at Missouri Valley last week.

Nick Pedersen is 31-of-76 passing for 427 yards and four touchdowns with six interceptions for Underwood this year. John Schnack has carried the ball 51 times for 212 yards and three touchdowns, while Pedersen has added 103 yards and one score.

Tyler Conn is the leading receiver for Underwood with 14 catches for 280 yards and three touchdowns.

WORK SESSION OF THE CRESTON CITY COUNCIL & LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE PURPOSE OF COUNCIL MEMBERS BEING UPDATED ON THE LIBRARY OPERATIONS SEPTEMBER 15, 2014 The Creston City Council and Library Board of Trustees met for a work session at 5:15 o'clock P.M. on the above date in the Genealogy Room of Gibson Memorial Library with Mayor Woods and Chairperson Ann Coulter presiding.

Those present were Council Members Loudon, Lybarger, Koets, White and Madison; Library Board Members Brown, Ide and Council Liaison Loudon; also present were City Administrator Mike Taylor, Library Director Marilyn Ralls, City Clerk Lisa Williamson and Mandy Kolesik of Marketing Kinetics, LLC. Council Members Wilson and Levine were absent, as well as Library Board Member Maxson.

Director Ralls gave a brief description of what the Genealogy Room is currently used for besides genealogy research - a meeting room, the coffee group, ICN room, computers, etc., and the room capacity holds 41. Ralls also gave a tour of the library to Council.

Coulter discussed the inadequate space of the library for the programs they hold, or would like to hold, for the community. Some of the programs have to be moved to other areas/facilities due to the lack of space. Their parking lot is always full as well. When they did the initial building remodel, things kept getting cut until Council and the Library Board could come to an agreement on the plans and budget.

Mandy Kolesik has developed a Needs List by interviewing over 70 people in the community, which was presented at the Work Session.

Coulter stated the Library Board has been appointed to be an advocate for the Library and to meet the needs of the community. It is up to Council what direction they would like to see the Library Board go and do with their fund raising efforts for an updated library.

Mayor Woods stated the Library Board has explored building new, as well as the expansion of the current building. His personal feelings are that an expansion would be better and that the City has to have the amenities to keep people in the Creston and Union County area.

Mayor Woods will speak with Council to get a consensus on their thoughts and give the Library Board an answer in two weeks on which direction they should go with their fund raising efforts.

The work session adjourned at 6:10 P.M Lisa Williamson, City Clerk

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

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

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

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

Iowa Select Farms is an equal opportunity employer.

Creston News Advertiser Thursday, September 18, 2014

For Rent

Garage Sale Northwest ESTATE SALE

NICE, CLEAN 1 BEDROOM apartment, of Andrew McKeown stove, refrigerator, A/C, Estate Tom McKeown Residence washer/dryer and, 1686 Summit Park Lane garage stall included, no Directions: Adams Street/170th West (past Summit Lake smoking, no pets, referto Summit Park Lane or ences and deposit re- Avenue) Highway 25 West to Dogwood; quired, 641-782-2923.

Dogwood to 170th Street;

Miscellaneous

RectoRy Re-Run Shop has a nice selection of Homecoming Dresses, Halloween Costumes along with winter coats and apparel CLOSED Saturday, Sept. 20

107 W. Howard HOURS: Tuesday 12-5 Friday 9-5 Saturday 9-12

Thank you for your patronage!

Garage Sale Southwest GARAGE SALE

603 S. Oak (in alley) Friday, Sept. 19 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 20 8:00 a.m. - ?

Earth wood stove; air compressor; men and womens clothes (large and extra large sizes); mens jeans 28/32; Christmas décor; girls clothes; stuffed animals; home décor and more.

170th to Summit Park Lane

Garage Sale Northeast

Garage Sale Northeast

SALE GARAGE YARD 623 N. Vine SALE Friday, Sept. 19

1203 N. Walnut Friday, Sept. 19 1 - 6 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 20 8 a.m. - Noon

Friday, September 19 8 a.m. - 5 pm Saturday, September 20 Baby to adult clothes; winter coats; glassware; 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Kitchen items, crystal Holiday items; little girl stemware, Candlewick an- Halloween costumes; tique glassware, Red Wing scrubs (L and XL); toys; crocks, antique 2-man saw, more items being new crib, car seats, weights, baby clothes, tod- added! dler boys/girls to size 8; matching end table/coffee table, ironing board, large storage unit for garage or basement, wooden book shelf, park bench, King/queen sheets; king/queen duvet sets (Pottery Barn), towels, toys, CDs, DVDs, paperback/text/books, cook books, puzzles, hospital scrubs, men's dress/casual shirts Ralph Lauren Polo (size XL or XXL), women's blazers (L, XL or 1X), lots of items too numerous to mention.

CONVERT useful but nolonger-needed items into extra spending money with a low-cost Classified Ad. 641782-2141.

604 N. Elm 606 N. Elm Friday, Sept. 19 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 20 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Antique Coke cooler & buffet; tools, fishing, camping equipment, 22 rifle, shooting supplies, 2 snow blowers, hunting blind, many desirable items.

Ringgold County Hospital in Mount Ayr is currently seeking the following positions:

Full-Time Registered Nurse for MedSurg/ER, hours are 7pm - 7am Full-Time CNA for MedSurg, hours are 11 pm - 7 am Employees of this department work every other weekend, every other holiday. No mandatory overtime. Offer Health and Life Insurance, FLEX, IPERS, PTO and short term disability.

Apply online at rchmtayr.org or call Denise Coleman at 641-464-4403 with questions. Deadline for applications is September 30, 2014.

12 – 6 p.m.

YARD SALE

All items clean & great shape! Furniture; outside gazing ball with stand; Swiffer vacuum; jewelry; DVDs; floor lamp; US Cell Blackberry Curve smart phone; 4'x6' area rug; toys for all ages; Starbucks coffee & tea; name brand Jr. & women's clothing; swivel rocking chair; and lots more misc. No early sales.

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PAIR OF CONCERT TICKETS to see Trick Pony at Lakeside Casino Outdoor Theater, Osceola on Friday, Sept. 19 @ 7:30pm, $20/pair; Pair of concert tickets to see Here Come the Mummies at Lakeside Casino Outdoor Theater on Saturday, Sept. 20 @ 7:30; $20/pair. (Will be inside in case of inclement weather) 641347-7057.

350 X-RATED MOVIES for sale, $50.00 for all; 641-202-8277.

Saddles, bareback pads, and other horse tack, tools, weed eater, leather stamps, chore boots, US Cellular phones, Bluetooth, pots and pans, Xbox 360 games, 2x6 lumber, clothes, and misc.

PLEASE, NO EARLY FREE WOMEN'S SALES. T-SHIRTS, new -never worn, (5) XL, (3) L, variSTOP LOOKING - it’s all ous colors, 641-278in the Want Ads. 1098.

DEADLINE for all Garage Sale Ads is Noon the day before publication.

A Better Life for Patients.

Iowa Focus is seeking trustworthy, honest

Universal Pediatrics has RN/LPN openings for FT/PT days/nights, PT/ PRN weekend days & evenings, weekday nights shifts available.

individuals for full time & casual employment as

Direct Support proviDerS

We offer case-specic training, excellent wages, and exible hours.

in the Creston and Corning area.

Job duties include assisting disabled individuals in their home and community. Experience working with people with disabilities preferred, HS Diploma/GED and drivers license is required. Every other weekend included. Starting wage is $9.25, training included.

APPLY TODAY at www.universalpediatrics.com 1-800-333-5185 EOE

Interested applicants may apply in person at

Bob & Polly McCoy will hold a

GARAGE SALE of Bob’s Tools

DARK WOOD END TABLE with drawer and space underneath, $25.00; Motorola cell phone with charger $10.00; boom box with CD player and AM/FM radio, $10.00, 641-7826144.

Woodworking - Plumbing Tools, Floor Machines

Creston Balloon Days Weekend

September 19 & 20 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily

FAST TRACK EXERCISE Machine, $50.00 OBO, 641-347-7057.

1502 N. Cherry Street Creston, Iowa

ROTARY HOE WHEELS, $5.00 each; 641-7825670.

Americana Companies a leading shopping cart manufacturing company has multiple positions available!

All positions are located in our manufacturing facility located in Shenandoah, IA.

A Better Career for You!

ADVERTISE YOUR GARAGE SALE in the Classifieds. Call 782-2141.

LARGE 2 FAMILY GARAGE SALE

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The following open positions will have work hours from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. (overtime as needed) GenerAl ProduCtIon PoSItIonS….. six months general production/manufacturing experience required. High school diploma preferred. Starting pay is $9.50 an hour for first 90 days, and then pay goes up to $10.00 an hour.

MAChInISt/tool And dIe PoSItIon….. seeking experienced machinist with CNC, running mills, and programming equipment.

Experience with Tube and Bending machines would be beneficial.

Salary based on experience.

GenerAl MAIntenAnCe/eleCtrICAl MAIntenAnCe PoSItIon…. seeking experience maintenance person that has a background in Electrical work. Experience with welding, fabrication, plc control, hydraulics, and pneumatics is also a plus for this position. Salary based on experience.

When applying for the Maintenance and Machinist positions please include any degrees and/or certifications.

Applications can be submitted to Keri Fort at kfort@americanacompanies.com or by fax to 712-246-3180. Applications can also be picked up at 415 N Burnett St, Shenandoah, IA 51601.

Iowa Focus,

105 W. Adams Ste A, Creston IA 50801 EOE

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

Sat. Sept. 20- 10:00AM Diagonal, IA Farm Equipment, Cars, Pickups, Tractor, End Loader, Caterpillar for Frank & Sue Carson. Auctioneers: Jim Smith, Curt Pierschbacher.

Sun. Sept. 21- 11:00AM Creston, IA. Modern Furniture, Household Goods, Antiques & Collectibles, Tools & Misc. for Lorraine Stream and the late Dr. Jack Stream.

Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Brandon Frey, Zach Ballard. nd IA. Mon. Sept. 22- 10:00AM Creston, CLA Annual Fall Consignment Auction of Tractors, Farm Machinery, Vehicles, Livestock Equipment and more.

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

Sun. Sept. 28- 11:00AM Creston, IA. Modern Furniture, Household Goods, Antiques & Collectibles, Tools & Misc. for Dorothy Carlson. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Brandon Frey, Zach Ballard.

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Cook Full Time, 2nd Shift, Weekends, Holidays Dishwasher

Host/Cashier/Busser Full Time, 2nd Shift, Weekends, Holidays Part Time, Shift varies, Weekends, Holidays Food Server Part Time, Shift may vary, Weekends, Holidays

Lead Kitchen Cook Food Server Full Time, Shift may vary, Weekends, Holidays Part Time, Shift Varies, Weekends, Holidays 2 Years Full Service Restaurant Kitchen

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

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HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER 911 N. Clayton • Afton

Experience Required Supervisory/Team Leadership Experience Helpful Guest Room Attendant

Full Time,2 bath, 2 Shift, Weekends, Holidays Full Time, Day Shift, Weekends, Holidays

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

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Apply Online at www.AffinityGaming.com Kitchen Cook Call Pam in HR, (641) 223-8538, with any questions Advertising Sales Opportunity Full Time, Shift may Weekends, Holidays The area's premier vary, news publications 2 Years Full Service Restaurant Kitchen Experience Required Supervisory/Team Leadership Experience Helpful

Vintage Park Apartments, Lenox, Iowa is pleased to announce that we are seeking a dedicated, committed and experienced RN to join our new team for our Assisted Living and newly designed Memory Care Community. This position requires a team-oriented and hands-on leader to be responsible for Nursing Services. The ideal candidate must possess a current Iowa RN License and 3-5 years of supervisory experience, as well as experience in Assisted Living or Long Term Care. Must have excellent assessment and communication skills.

If you enjoy working with the elderly in a team atmosphere and have an outgoing personality, this is the opportunity for you! Come join us and “Embrace Every Moment” at Vintage Park Apartments in Lenox.

Dial-ASlot Technician Service Full Time, Swing Shift, Weekends, Holidays

We offer a full benefits package and an exciting, supportive work environment. Please email your resume to the contact below: Senior Housing Management 208 35th St. Drive SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 Email: pluciano@seniorhousingcompanies.com Or manager@vintageparkapts.com Fax: 319-363-6145 EOE Drug Free

CNA

Creston Nursing & Rehab Center is now hiring caring CNAs with strong work ethic to join our team.

We are proud to invest in you by providing nurse aide membership benefits (NAHCA), online training, LPN & RN tuition assistance, a generous anniversary bonus, & much more! Visit us on the web to learn more and apply.

SIGN ON BONUS

$1000 Full-time • $500 Part-time

Creston Nursing & Rehab Center 1001 Cottonwood 641-782-8511 bhodge@careinitiatives.org www.careinitiatives.org Not for Profit

EOE/AAP Disability & Vets

is seeking an Advertising Sales Executive to sell advertising in our publications to local businesses.

This is a full-time, salary or hourly, plus commission career opportunity.

Sales experience desirable but will train.

Must have car for outside sales in the Adair County area as well as rural accounts.

Send Cover letter, resume, and three references by September 30, 2014 to:

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

Tim Tracy, Advertising Director Adair County Free Press P.O. Box 148, 141 Public Square

Maintenance Engineer Computer Repair Siding & Windows EXTERIORS BUILTNETWORKS, 805Holidays Wyoming GAULE Full Time, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Shift, Weekends, and vinyl siding, Ave, Creston, IA, 641-782-4765, Steel or email: adsales@netins.net

Computer sales, repair, network- replacement windows and ing. Over 25 years experience. PC seamless guttering. Quality craftsmanship, over a decade & Mac. of professional service in Southwest Iowa. 641-782-0905.

Guest Room Attendant Glass Full Time, Day Shift, Weekends, Holidays QUALITY GLASS CO. Automotive, WESTMAN WINDOWS. home, business and farm.

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

Facilities Housekeeping Full Time, Grave Shift, Weekends, Holidays Plumber

HELP WANTED

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

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.

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.

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.

Place your business

Storage

ext. 6441

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

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

Accounting Degree or Equivalent Experience Required FullPrevious Time, Day Shift, Occasional Weekend Day, Holidays experience in food manufacturing is not required.

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

We will train people with a solid work history!

For further information contact Human Resources at service ad here for Surveillance Operator (641) 333-4700 or come to the plant to apply Monday through $40 a month.

Full Time, Grave Call 641-782-2141 Friday 8:00 a.m. Shift, to 5:00 p.m.Weekends, Holidays EOE/AAP

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Creston News Advertiser Thursday, September 18, 2014

Adair, Ringgold part of recent disaster emergency proclamation DES MOINES (AP) — Gov. Terry Branstad on Wednesday issued a disaster emergency proclamation for four Iowa counties in response to recent severe

Branstad

weather.

The proclamation covers Adair, Guthrie, Ringgold, and Warren counties following severe weather and heavy rains on Sept. 9.

Union County was also part of a disaster emergency proclamation.

State resources can now be used to help affected communities in

those counties.

The proclamation also activates an individual assistance program that grants up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level.

The money can be used for temporary housing, home and car repairs and other items.

Creston • 641-782-7023 Ad good Friday, Sept. 19 - Sunday, Sept. 21

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DES MOINES (AP) — The race for Iowa’s open Senate seat could be dubbed the Resume vs. the Personality.

In a contest that could determine which party controls the Senate next year, Democrat Bruce Braley is focusing mostly on his policy positions, and his recent television ads have featured others talking about the four-term congressman’s record.

Braley doesn’t appear in the ads himself. By contrast, his Republican opponent Joni Ernst’s campaign is all about her story as a down-home farm girl and military veteran.

In a midterm election year, when voters are fed up with Congress and the president, her strategy may prove effective.

A poll of likely Iowa voters released Wednesday

by Quinnipiac University showed Ernst leading with 50 percent, to Braley’s 44 percent. The poll of 1,167 likely voters — which had a margin of error of 2.9 percentage points — was the first to show Ernst with such a lead. It was also Quinnipiac’s first survey of likely voters, a group that can be more GOP-leaning than registered voters. Other recent polling has shown the two closely locked.

Republican strategists say they are counting heavily on Ernst’s likeability.

“I think the biggest contrast in the race is a true Iowan versus a Washing-

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A poll of likely Iowa voters released Wednesday by Quinnipiac University showed Ernst leading with 50 percent, to Braley’s 44 percent. The poll of 1,167 likely voters — which had a margin of error of 2.9 percentage points — was the first to show Ernst with such a lead. ton lawyer,” said Republican pollster Greg Strimple.

“When you have a strong personality based candidate like Joni Ernst, you want to maximize her personality.”

Iowa is one of the year’s most competitive Senate races and given the state’s closely divided electorate, a tight race was always likely. Republicans must gain six seats to win the Senate majority.

The seat is open because longtime Democratic Sen. Tom Harkin is retiring, and Republicans want to flip it in the Nov. 4 election.

As the election approaches, Ernst’s campaign is trying to soften her image. In the primary campaign, competing for Republican voters, “she came

across as really tough,” said Dianne Bystrom, director of the Center for Women in Politics at Iowa State University. Now, for a broader electorate, “She’s painting herself as someone who cares about Iowa.”

Millions of dollars have poured into the race with heavy advertising spending by the candidates and outside groups.

Ernst, 44, an Iraq War veteran and officer in the Iowa National Guard from Red Oak, appears in many of her ads to talk warmly about her “Iowa values.”

The recent ads are a contrast to the brash hog-castrating, gun-toting image she portrayed in her primary campaign advertisements, which propelled her

to victory in the five-way primary election.

Braley, 56, a former courtroom lawyer from Waterloo, emphasizes his work in Congress or criticizes Ernst for her conservative positions, questioning her support for programs like Social Security and Medicare. One ad attacks Ernst for cosponsoring legislation in the Iowa Senate promoting a constitutional guarantee for an “inalienable right to life” at any stage of development.

“She is trying to make this a race for class president, because she is wrong on the issues,” said Braley adviser Jeff Link, who said Braley had appeared in several ads talking earlier in the year and will do so again. He also argued that Braley is getting to know Iowans through a variety of means, not just television ads.

At a recent event with senior citizens, Ernst repeatedly told attendees she wanted to look for “solutions” to maintain the Social Security program.

Asked if Ernst was being deliberately vague on issues like Social Security,” Ernst spokesman Gretchen Hamel said Ernst wants to “have an honest conversation about taking problems head on like we do here Iowa.”

With about seven weeks left in the campaign, the candidates must still face each other in three debates.

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Peggy Sherrets as mayor.

In other news Police have charged seven juveniles with damaging more than 70 gravestones at a cemetery in Oelwein Police said the children ranged from 12 to 16 years of age. Each of the minors is

charged with criminal mischief in juvenile court.

Nearly 40 gravestones were cracked or broken at the Oakdale Cemetery, which sits on the southwest side of the Fayette County community. The damage was first noticed on Sept. 9

and has since been estimated at $4,200.

The bodies of many of the people who helped found the town are buried there.

Among the damaged gravestones are ones placed on graves of Oelwein family members.

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Former Iowa mayor pleads not guilty to charges OELWEIN (AP) — The former mayor of a northeast Iowa city pleaded not guilty on Wednesday to charges alleging he sexually abused two girls.

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Manus, the former mayor of Oelwein, is accused of assaulting a 14-year-old girl four times and a 9-year-old girl once in July and August 2010 at his home.

He was arrested in August following an investigation by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said they had received information about the abuse allegations from the Iowa Department of Human Services.

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