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Lighted Christmas parade in Advocacy uptown Creston slated Thursday group launches campaign for road funding fuel tax

Santa will make visits to the restored Creston Depot on Thursday and Dec. 13. See a holiday schedule on 2A. ■

By SARAH BROWN

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What has become a family tradition for Crestonians over the past six years will continue to bring holiday cheer to town Thursday through Dec. 21 during ‘There’s No Place Like Creston for the Holidays’ festivities. “There is a little something for almost everyone,” said Ellen Gerharz, executive director for Creston Chamber of Commerce. Holiday festivities kickoff 9 a.m. Thursday with Fes- Gerharz tival of Trees at American Home Design Center, 101 N. Walnut St., and with Comfort and Joy Quilt Show at Quilts and Other Notions Creativity Center, 201N. Elm St. Gerharz said it was Quilts and Other Notions’ holiday quilt show, now in its 12th year, that inspired the citywide event. The annual quilt show features dozens of meticulously stitched art in the form of quilts created by local quilters and fiber artists. But, one of the most popular events of the festival starts 4:30 p.m. Thursday when Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at Creston’s Restored Depot, which is made possible by Friends of the Library. While you wait for your photo with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, donuts

and cider are served inside the depot. A photo with Santa available for a fee. For those unable to visit with Santa Thursday, he will return to the depot 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 13, courtesy of Creston Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.). But, it’s the parade itself which draws the largest crowd. “It’s so neat ... all the entries have to be lighted,” Gerharz said. Gerharz said some years businesses were unable to participate because of inclement weather. However, this year, no snow is expected with temperatures dropping into the mid-20s by dusk. Gerharz also encourages everyone to participate. “Your entry needs to be lighted and needs to be themed,” Gerharz said. Gerharz said parade participants do not need to preregister. Instead, participants are asked to line up facing east on Mills Street at Walnut Street Please see HOLIDAYS, Page 2

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Top, Santa and his helpers from Fansteel/Wellman Dynamics stroll down Adams Street during the 2013 lighted Christmas parade. Above, trees, wreaths and window swag are included in a silent auction to benefit Rural Iowa Crisis Center. The trees and wreaths will be on display until noon Saturday.

DES MOINES (AP) — Advocates seeking more funding for Iowa’s bridges and roads have launched an aggressive advertising campaign to build support among residents and lawmakers. In a television ad that started airing Monday, a narrator notes the thousands of structurally deficient bridges in Iowa, while footage of a bus full of singing school children scrolls across the screen. At the end of the ad, paid for by the Iowa Good Roads Asso■ Iowa ciation, the voice of Gov. Terry an emergency operaBranstad tor says, “We have a bridge collapse with a interested in bus full of school chilworking with dren.” lawmakers David Scott, executive director of the on infraassociation, said the structure ad will air in media funding in markets across the state for at least two 2015. weeks and is part of a bigger campaign that will cost between $500,000 and $800,000 over several months. Scott hopes the ad, produced by Republican-leaning consulting firm Redwave Communications, will get people thinking about road conditions. “A lot of people just don’t see the problem. They drive across structurally deficient bridges, but they don’t know it,” Scott said. Scott said his group, which includes trucking companies and auto dealers, wants to see an increase in dedicated funding for road repairs. The group is not directly calling for an increase in the state fuel tax, which has failed Please see FUEL TAX, Page 2

Levine family benefit game

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They’re for her!: Mitch Sorensen points at his daughter Angela after Jack Davis announces him as

the winner of two Taylor Swift concert tickets Tuesday evening during the third quarter of the Creston vs. Mount Ayr boys basketball game. The tickets were part of a raffle to raise money for Kirk Levine of Creston who battled throat cancer this fall and is finally done with treatments. All total — including the raffle, silent auction and donation buckets passed around Tuesday — nearly $10,000 was raised to help the Levines pay for treatments. Meanwhile, Sorensen said Angela has selected to take her sister Chelsea to the Swift concert scheduled Oct. 8, 2015, at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines.

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Deaths Melissa R. Maynes Corning

Memorial services for Melissa R. Maynes, 50, will be 10:30 A M , Saturday, Dec e m b e r Maynes 6, 2014 at the First Presbyterian Church, Rev. Ken Rummer and Rev. Tim Maxa officiating. Family will receive friends Friday, December 5, 2014 from 5-8 PM at Pearson Family Funeral Service in Corning. Inurnment will be at the Brooks Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Diabetes Association and/or First Presbyterian Church in Corning. Online condolences may be left at www.pearsonfuneralhomes.com. Melissa Renee (Landsness) Maynes was born October 8, 1964 at Storm Lake, Iowa and died December 1, 2014 at University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska of complications related to polycythemia-vera, a genetic blood clotting disorder. Melissa was the daughter of Martha Torkelson Landsness and Leroy Landsness and the granddaughter of Christopher and Ethel Torkelson of Sioux Rapids, Iowa. In 1978, Jerry Burkhart joined the family and became Melissa’s step-father for 19 years. Melissa grew up around in the Sioux Rapids area and graduated from Sioux Rapids-Rembrandt High School in 1982. She played softball, volleyball and basketball, was a member of the band. After high school, she attended Buena Vista College playing softball her freshman year a team that went to the Division III National Championships. She also played volleyball for four years. She graduated with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Physical Education in 1986. Her first teaching job was at East Union Schools in Afton, Iowa, teaching remedial reading, remedial math, physical education and coaching volleyball. She taught there for four years. While teaching she met Arnold Maynes from Lenox, Iowa at the weekly taco night gathering at the Windrow Restaurant in Creston. They dated for nearly a year before being married on December 23, 1989 at the First United Methodist Church in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. They began their married life at a farm near Cromwell, Iowa. Over the years, Melissa worked at SWCC in the Learning Resource Center,

was a substitute teacher, coached volleyball at the Lenox High School 1998 season, took some graduate classes at Northwest Missouri State University, and most recently was the Executive Secretary for the Southern Iowa Forage and Livestock Committee. Melissa was President of the Adams County Farm Bureau for ten years. They moved to the farm southeast of Corning in 1998. Melissa and Arnold were blessed with two children. Evan was born on December 14, 1992 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines. Sydney was born on January 29, 1996, also at Iowa Methodist. Melissa’s most favorite occupation was being a mom and attending her children’s activities. In junior high and high school, Evan and Sydney participated in musicals, plays, band concerts, athletic events, and 4-H activities and Melissa never missed an event. Melissa was baptized and confirmed at First United Methodist Church in Sioux Rapids. She and Arnold joined the Cromwell Congregational Church after they were married and joined the Presbyterian Church in Corning in 2006. Melissa is survived by her husband Arnold Maynes of Corning, their son Evan and his girlfriend, Samantha Borland of Corning, daughter Sydney of Maryville, Missouri, her mother, Martha Landsness of Sioux Rapids, Iowa, sister Laurie Besco and her husband Justin of Osceola, step-brother Clayton Burkhart and his wife Lori of Trenton, Missouri, step-sister Josie Johnston and her husband, Michael of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Gwen Maynes of Lenox, sisters-in-law Kim Brantner (Pete) of Lenox, Karen Downing (Steve) of Creston, Iowa, brothers-in-law Paul Maynes (Marcia) of Lenox, and Lyle Maynes (Bobbi) of Corning. Nephews and nieces include: Abe Schweers of Lenox, Susan Kastilhan (Danny) of Chicago, Illinois, Lindsay Stoaks (Shane) of Lenox, Becky Bissell (Kolby) of Corning, Michelle Maynes of Des Moines, Monty Maynes of Ames, Landon Maynes of Ames, Kennedi Maynes of Ames, Kysa Downing of Ames, Chisum Downing of Creston, Chase Maynes of Ankeny, Heath Downing of Creston, Caden Burkhart of Trenton, MO and Alix Burkhart of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. And Honorary Daughter, Marie Palmer of Corning.

Daniel Thompson Brookings, SD

Daniel Thompson, 71, of Brooki n g s , SD died Monday, December 1, 2014 at Avera M c K e n - Thompson nan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. Memorial Services are at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2014 at Rude’s Funeral Home, Brookings, SD. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. Rude’s Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Daniel Charles Thompson was born in Creston, Iowa on March 19, 1943 to Charles and Wanda (Farwell) Thompson. Dan graduated from Creston High School in 1961, Drake University in Des Moines, IA in 1967, and was enlisted in the Navy from 1967 to 1971. In 1976, he earned a master’s degree from Creighton University in education.

Blanche Gilbert Shannon City

Blanche Gilbert, 101, of Shannon City died Nov. 26, 2014, at Clearview Home in Mount Ayr. No public services are planned for Blanche. Private burial will be in Missouri. Powers Funeral Home, junction of highways 34 and 25, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www. powersfh.com. Blanche Agnes Gilbert, daughter of Dollie Elizabeth (Nelson) and Wesley Wrex, was born March 23, 1913, in Warrensburg, Mo., and moved to Cameron, Mo., at the age of 2. On May 23, 1940, Blanche married David O. McKee in Kingston, Mo. Blanche worked as a retail clerk for several stores in Cameron until her retirement in 1975. David died Aug. 3, 1986. On Oct. 12, 1988, Blanche married Galen I. Gilbert in Creston. They worked and

Dan married Nancy Young in 1972 and they had two children, Susan and Chad. He taught and coached in Glenwood, IA from 1971 to 1977. From 1977 until 2003, he was principal, coach, and teacher at Twin Cedars Community Schools in Bussey, IA. In 2007, he and Nancy moved to Brookings, SD to be closer to family. Dan loved playing football in high school and college, had an intense interest in history, and enjoyed his hobby of painting. Dan is survived by his wife Nancy; his children, Susan Hoskins and her husband Bill and their children Caroline and Daniel of Garretson, SD; Chad Thompson and his wife Rachel and their son Josiah of Anchorage, AK; one sister, Barbara Kirkpatrick and her husband Ed of Newport News, VA; two brothers, Dale Thompson and his wife Karen of Chucky, TN; Rob Thompson and his wife Kim of Marion, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in Dan’s name to the Brookings Arts Council, 524 4th Street, Brookings, SD 57006. lived in Shannon City. Galen died Oct. 12, 1998. Blanche is survived by her daughter Devie (husband Charlie) Bowman of Savannah, Mo.; stepsons, John (wife Gail) Gilbert of Kearney, Neb., Jim (wife Ginger) Day of Orlando, Fla., Larry (wife Shouna) Palmer of Kansas City, Mo., Wes Gilbert (special friend Jackie Helberg) and Terry Gilbert (special friend Vera), all of Shannon City, Bill (wife Gayle) Gilbert of Jacksonville, Fla., and Chuck (wife Maria) Gilbert of Yellville, Ark.; stepdaughters, Connie (husband Ray) Franz and Gail (husband George) Jennings, all of Aurora, Ore., Jacque (husband Lawrence) Fletcher of Kearney, Neb., and Jennifer (husband Zack) Prosper of Flippin, Ark.; many grandchildren, step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her husbands, Blanche was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, five sisters and stepson Merle Gilbert.

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in the Legislature in the past, though that would be one option. A spokeswoman for Gov. Terry Branstad did not respond to a question about the ad campaign but said the governor was interested in working with lawmakers on infrastructure funding in 2015. “The governor wants to look at a variety of funding methods to further strengthen Iowa’s road use tax fund,” Greta Johnson said in a statement. Lindsay McQuarry, policy director for Iowans for Tax Relief, said her group opposes any increase to the fuel tax. She said lawmakers should be strategic with the resources available. “We’ve seen record spending on Iowa roads. It’s a matter of prioritizing needs, not that there’s not funds avail-

able,” McQuarry said. Iowa’s fuel tax — now 22 cents per gallon, including fees — hasn’t been raised since 1989. A commission appointed by Branstad in 2011 recommended an increase of 8 to 10 cents a gallon. The American Road and Transportation Builders Association reports that 5,043 bridges in Iowa were structurally deficient in 2013. That’s 21 percent of the bridges in the state. Iowa ranked second nationally for the number of deficient bridges, based on federal data. Republican House Speaker Kraig Paulsen said he hadn’t seen the ad but expected the Legislature to consider transportation funding when lawmakers convene in 2015. It’s too early to say if there was support for a fuel tax increase in the Republican-majority House, Paulsen said.

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prior to the parade, which begins at 7 p.m. New to this year’s festivities is caroling by Southwestern Community College’s men’s and women’s basket-

ball teams 5 p.m. Thursday, followed by Christmas carols by The Union County Ministerial Alliance at 6 p.m. “I always think music adds to the atmosphere,” Gerharz.

December schedule Dec. 4 Comfort and Joy Quilt Show, 9 a.m. until after the parade, Quilts & Other Notions Creative Center, 201 N. Elm St. Festival of Trees, 9 a.m. until after the parade, American Home Design Center, 101 N. Walnut St. Quilt Block Walk in Uptown Creston Santa & Mrs. Claus at Creston’s Restored Depot hosted by Friends of the Library, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Model Railroaders at Creston’s Restored Depot, 4:30 p.m. to close. Creston:Arts Gallery at Creston’s Restored Depot, 4:30 p.m. to close. Dancers in the Snow Globe, Leslie’s Dance Emporium, 218 N. Pine St., 4:30 to 6 p.m. ASP soup supper at Creston’s Restored Depot, 5 to 6:30 p.m. SWCC Men’s & Women’s Basketball teams caroling in Uptown Creston, 5:15 to 6 p.m. Union County Ministerial Alliance caroling in Uptown Creston, 6 to 7 p.m. Handmade Holiday Boutique, 6 p.m., Upper Crust Culinary Creations, 201 W. Adams St. Lighted Christmas Parade, 7 p.m., Uptown Creston. Fireworks after the parade. Iowa State Savings Bank Holiday Open House, follow-

ing the parade, 401 W. Adams St. Dec. 5 Comfort and Joy Quilt Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Quilts & Other Notions Creative Center, 201 N. Elm St. Festival of Trees, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., American Home Design Center, 101 N. Walnut St. Quilt Block Walk in Uptown Creston Creston Area Theatre presents “The Regifters,” 7 p.m., SWCC Performing Arts Center at YMCA, 1201 W. Townline St. Dec. 6 Comfort and Joy Quilt Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Quilts & Other Notions Creative Center, 201 N. Elm St. Festival of Trees, 8 a.m. to noon, American Home Design Center, 101 N. Walnut St. Quilt Block Walk in Uptown Creston Creston Area Theatre presents “The Regifters,” 7 p.m., SWCC Performing Arts Center at YMCA, 1201 W. Townline St. Dec. 7 Creston Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.), Santa Pictures at Creston Veterinary Clinic, 509 W. Townline St. Creston Area Theatre presents “The Regifters,” 2 p.m., SWCC Performing Arts Center at YMCA, 1201 W. Townline St. Joyful Noise Musical Concert, 2 p.m., Creston High School, 601 W. Townline St.

Branstad orders flags be lowered to honor Alons DES MOINES (AP) — Gov. Terry Branstad has ordered that all flags in Iowa be flown at half-staff in honor of state Rep. Dwayne Alons. U.S. flags and Iowa flags under the state’s control will be lowered and flown at half-staff from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday to remember Alons, who died Saturday.

The 68-year-old Alons announced in October that he was battling renal cancer. He was a retired farmer and former Iowa Air National Guard brigadier general. He had represented Iowa House District 4 since 1998. A memorial service for Alons is scheduled Wednesday morning at First Reformed Church in Hull.

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Driver’s license

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.

Wednesday

Friends Helping Friends Bereavement Support Group, 3 to 5 p.m., Prairie View Assisted Living private dining room, 1709 W. Prairie St. YMCA Clover Kids, 4 to 5 p.m. meeting, First Christian Church. Southwest Iowa Dancers Jam Session, 6 to 9 p.m., Chicken Inn, 3 miles west of Creston on Hwy 34.

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Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railroad retirees coffee, 9 a.m., The Windrow Restaurant. Alegent Health At Home/

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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 $3 for pizza and an item $5 or less for Christmas grab bag. 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. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 12 by 12 study, 7 to 8 p.m., United Church of Christ, 501 W. Montgomery St. Use east door. Union Squares, 7:30 p.m., Creston First United Methodist Church. Narcotics Anonymous (NA), 8 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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Creston Men’s Fellowship non-denominational Bible study, 7 a.m., The Windrow Restaurant. Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 107 W. Howard St. Family Caregiver Support Group, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Boz’s Kitchen in Corning. For more information, contact Jaleyn at 641-782-4040. Caregiver Support Group, 1 p.m., Crest Haven Care Centre.

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Union County Board of Supervisors special session, 10 a.m. Thursday, Union County Courthouse boardroom. (Note the time change). Agenda includes: 10:05 a.m. acceptance of initial union proposal for the Secondary Roads Department.

Hospital

Debra Gordon is recovering from surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Cards may be sent to her at 7RCS No. 7093, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 200 Hawkins Dr., Iowa City, IA 52242-1009.

Police

An employee of Walmart, 806 Laurel St., reported an unknown female entered the store and took merchandise without paying for it between 7:30 and 8 p.m. Nov. 26. Items taken were two cans of paint, a heater, two wiring kits, cable, two DVD players, two CD players, toilet paper, paper towels and other unidentified merchandise.

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Family Home Care free blood pressure clinic, 11 a.m. to noon, Corning Community Center. Open to public. Donations appreciated. 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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Creston News Advertiser Wednesday, December 3, 2014

OPINION Trying not to get lost in the crowd

My first trip to Chicago over the Thanksgiving holiday probably won’t be my last, but it did reaffirm that I prefer living at a slower pace — or at least one with a little more elbow room. I enjoyed checking out the tourist stops in the city. Pam and I took a selfie with “the bean” in Millennium Park and we strolled down the breezy Navy Pier. We even braved the cold weather and took the Divvy bikes for a spin. You can check out the bikes at one of the many Divvy stations around Chicago. It is a cheaper and more enjoyable way to see the city compared to a taxi. You just have to be a little more careful the drivers don’t run you over as they bustle about the city. All weekend we had to weave around shoppers taking advantage of the sales. Lines curved out of store doors and down the block. Our weekend was more about the

Miles of trials Jake Waddingham associate editor

sights, so we were able to avoid wasting time waiting. Pam and I were only a couple blocks away from the Nordstrom shooting Friday night on our way to dinner with a friend. We heard the sirens, but didn’t know what had happened until the next day. Getting away from the daily routine was nice, but I struggled to relax in the big city. I focused too much on the negative details and let it distract me from the enjoyable parts of the trip. Surviving the mass of runners at the Living History Farm cross country race the previous weekend was much easier. While I lost contact with the rest of my team mere

minutes after arriving, I still felt surrounded by friends in the sea of runners. All but one of the creek crossings were frozen solid, so I was able to stay a lot drier compared to previous attempts. As always, the beef stew and treats after the race were amazing, capping off another great Living History Farm event. In case you missed it Bill Krejci will be the second person elected into the Southwestern Community College Hall of Fame Saturday. Come for a cake and punch reception at 12:15 p.m. prior to the women’s tip off against Simpson JV. A ceremony will take place at approximately 2:30 p.m. before the start of the men’s game with William Penn. Krejci put in a lot of extra hours waking up early to throw batting practice to area baseball players.

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My girlfriend Pam and I in front of The Cloud Gate — more commonly known as “the bean” — in Millennium Park during our Thanksgiving holiday trip to Chicago.

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Walking Dead’s season finale set ratings records HOLLYWOOD—Happy Wednesday, everybody, and God bless America. NBC will air a Peter Pan Live special on Thursday starring NBC anchor Brian Williams’s daughter Allison Williams as Peter Pan as he takes the Darling children to Neverland to battle Captain Hook. The telecast is tailored for today’s viewer. Every ten minutes you get to vote off one of the Darling children. Walking Dead’s season finale set ratings records for AMC Sunday with a huge number of young viewers. It’s begun affecting electoral politics. Americans are no longer worried about Russia and China, the polls now ask which candidate would you trust to be president during a Zombie Apocalypse. The Weather Channel aired footage of torrential rainstorms lashing Los Angeles that loosened steep hillsides and propelled huge boulders to roll down onto Pacific Coast Highway. Contrary to popular misperception, Los Angeles has four seasons. They are earthquake, mudslides, verdict and riots. Star Wars: The Force Awakens trailer opens with a frightened young black man in a Star Wars space uniform looking frantically at the landscape where his spaceship landed. His panic is real. It seems the Gateway Arch is still standing after a thousand years, and St. Louis still makes him nervous. The NFL refused to to punish five St. Louis Rams who ran

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on the field with their hands and arms in the air before Sunday’s game as a racial protest gesture. It’s ruined Sunday for many. Evangelical Christians can no longer pray in church without feeling like they’re surrendering to the Ferguson police. Washington D.C. protestors blocked expressways Monday in protest of the Ferguson grand jury decision while protestors jammed Times Square demanding racial justice. The outrage is spreading. Not to be outdone, Bill Cosby’s accusers will be looting and burning a Jello factory tonight. President Obama hosted leading liberal civil rights leaders at the White House Monday to discuss what actions to take following the Ferguson riots. He needs coaching on cultural issues. When Barack Obama was a community organizer in Chicago he once hosted a Passover Seder at Der Wienerschnitzel. President Obama met with Al Sharpton and civil rights leaders Monday to bemoan the violence inflicted on black men by the authorities. It’s bad. Last month, U.S. voters inflicted such a terrible beating on Barack Obama that Johnnie Cochrane came to him in a dream and told him he’s got a case.

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Letter to the editor

Thoughts on Iowa School Board Association Convention From Ron Dunphy Creston

A report on my attendance (publicly funded) at the recent Iowa School Board Association Convention and Delegate Assembly follows. The Delegate Assembly voted to prioritize three of the resolutions our local school board choose as priorities for the upcoming legislative session. See the IASB website for an explanation. Every time I have attended the convention I come home energized and fortified with information to do “better” for our children. In the words of an old and deceased friend, Fred Pritchard, each decision should be based on the criteria of “is it good for the kids?” I attend four informative sessions offered. The day began with musical performances; music immersion being the sole student extra-curricular activity that spurs kids to do better – for life. Will Richardson was the featured speaker who linked advancing technology with learning in a “Globally Networked World.” Kevin McCarville, president of KeBecca Educational Services, spoke of alternatives in offering quality, cost-effective special education programs where his co-workers might fit into the picture with the school district as independent educational contractors. I

was not aware such opportunities and services even existed. I choose to take in a “Dialogue with Springfield Public Schools: How We Made Learning Personal for Students.” The Missouri district program might be referred to as a “magnet” called “Wolf.” Springfield community leadership is key to the success of the program as is the associate superintendent, Ben Hackenwerth. Business provided space along with marketing and market research. The community was involved with “visioning” and the school board listened to ideas for an international school focusing on health services and sciences. I heard of a free survey service to every school district in Iowa termed “BrightBytes” by Clarity. The purpose is to identify opportunity in technology integration, digital citizenship and professional development. All three areas of instruction/work seemed to be on our “plate” currently. Clarity is used in Woodward-Granger; personnel from the district presented along with a favorite educator of mine, Scott McLeod. Using Clarity data, all spoke to transforming ‘”technology practices and teacher/ student learning.” The last session I attended was “Overcoming the Challenges of Poverty”; presenters were board members and employees of the Boone, Atlantic and Des Moines school districts. Creston is not

alone in dealing with the challenges of poverty. The social condition “is unbiased in its reach.” All agreed transportation is the number one problem regardless of approach. All three districts have made the mitigation of the negative impact of poverty a priority. Short visits to the exhibit area gave rise to opportunity for visits with three architects. All three professionals said we are entitled to disappointment in the outcome of planning and much delayed state approval of our bus barn. I also discussed with different college recruiters their thoughts on the importance of interviewing potential employees from a diverse cultural and educational background. The only negative in education today, not given much discussion, was the overall lack of participation by some parents in classroom work. I was promised next year’s convention would address the challenge. The four trips to/from Des Moines were safe as I avoided all of the deer in “rut.” “Perhaps God would want you to become acquainted with many different people in the course of your life, so that when you meet the right ones, you can be grateful for them!” I remain grateful for the opportunity afforded me to serve on our local school board (this on Thanksgiving eve).

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BUSINESS/FARM Business grows in Iowa

FFA members attend leadership conference

DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Director Debi Durham announced that through a partnership with IASourceLink and the Iowa Economic Development Authority, the Iowa Secretary of State’s office is now providing Iowans with more resources to help start a business. The business development resources found at http://sos.iowa.gov/iasourcelink contain a variety of services from funding, to business planning information, information regarding regulations, site location assistance and more. “IASourceLink is an excellent resource that provides invaluable information,” Durham said. “Information that might involve hours or even days of research literally can be delivered free through a sim-

Two hundred twelve degrees (212 degrees) – the temperature at which water boils – was the theme for the Iowa FFA fall leadership conference held at the FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus in Ankeny. At the conference, the focus was on taking students to the boiling point of leadership. At 211 degrees water is extremely hot, but just one more degree gets us to the next level. This conference focused on student development. Students were challenged to push the limits. This year the conference specifically address the concept of virtue – what will it take to be a person of high morals and standards.

ple call, search or e-mail via this robust platform.” IASourceLink is now in its third year of serving as Iowa’s one-stop shop for connecting entrepreneurs and small businesses with the resources they need to grow in Iowa. IASourceLink is provided by the IEDA in partnership with the University of Northern Iowa’s MyEntre.net and was created to ensure that Iowa’s small business and entrepreneurial community has access to information and guidance. “These resources will help people thinking about starting a business as well as those that have already made the leap and are filing paperwork with the Iowa Secretary of State’s office,” Schultz said. “Iowa is a great place to live and work. We want to help provide information to businesses to help them succeed, grow and create jobs right here in Iowa.”

New beef performance class added to 2015 Adair County Fair GREENFIELD — 4-H and FFA county fair beef exhibitors will want to check out the new class added to the 2015 county fair beef show. In an effort to increase the number of beef exhibitors and animals coming to the fair, the county fair beef committee is introducing a class new to the Adair County Fair. Following are the guidelines for the Live Beef Performance – No Fit Class – each 4-H or FFA member may identify a maximum of six steers and show three at the county fair. The steers must be weighed and tagged at the county weigh-in on Dec. 29. Exhibitor must declare at the weigh-in that the steers are to be entered in the Live Performance –

No Fit Class. Entries cannot be chosen from steers identified for a junior feeder pen and cannot be entered in any other class, except showmanship. Steers must be halter broken and manageable by the exhibitor by county fair. Animals will be judged in the show ring on live performance and expected carcass evaluation. Each animal competing in the live show must be entered in the Beef Performance Contest and sent to the processing plant. For more information about the Live Beef Performance – No Fit Class or any other county fair beef classes, contact Donna at Adair County Extension at 641-743-8412 or email wallaced@iastate.edu.

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Creston FFA’s freshmen members Taylor Sorrells and Jordan Moreland took on the challenge of starting their FFA leadership journey by attending the Nov. 15 212 Leadership Conference. The 360 degree leadership conference took Creston FFA members Livi Hartman and Rebecca Watson full circle in chapter leadership development. The conference covered every angle for developing action plans for the chapter. This conference focused on chapter development, and the theme centered around the concept of vision – having a vision for personal and chapter goals. The 212 and 360 leadership conferences are sponsored by

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Creston FFA chapter members Livi Hartman and Rebecca Watson spend time learning how to build their FFA chapter’s program. Hartman and Watson attended the FFA 360 Leadership Conference Nov. 22 at the Iowa FFA Enrichment Center on the DMACC campus in Ankeny.

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Adair County 4-H, FFA to weigh beef Dec. 29 GREENFIELD — Market returning market bucket/bot- County Extension by Dec. 26. youths to learn basic animal beef weigh-in for Adair Coun- tle calves. Youths planning FFA members and 4-H’ers care and management and rety 4-H and FFA members has to exhibit in the junior feeder who plan to exhibit at the cordkeeping skills. All animals been set for Dec. 29 at Adair pen division can weigh up to county fair only will be able are weighed in December so County Fairgrounds in Green- six head. If a youth is a mem- to weigh animals between 9:15 rate of gain can be calculated field. All market steers and ber of both 4-H and FFA, they and 11:30 a.m. at the county fair. Rate of gain heifers must be tagged and may identify that many head There is a $1.50 charge to is one of the major factors in weighed to be eligible to ex- for each organization. pay for the ear tag for each determining profitability in a hibit at the 2015 Adair County 4-H’ers planning to show market beef animal. Nomi- beef enterprise. For more info about the 4-H Fair slated for July 15-19. market beef at the Iowa State nation fee for Iowa State Fair Each youth may weigh and Fair or AK-SAR-BEN must will be $10 per head (includes market beef project, the live identify up to six head of mar- bring their animals to the ear tag). Nomination fee for beef performance – no fit class ket beef for the lead compe- weigh-in between 8:30 and AK-SAR-BEN will be $5 per (new for 2015) or the weighin, call Adair County Extentition. The lead competition 9:15 a.m. Youths wishing to head. sion atx4.5, 641-743-8412 or 1-800includes separate classes for nominate for either of these Thelet4-H CI3-IA-69310-REDO0-NONE-NONE-NONE.pdf, CI3, Don’t thebeef farmproject bill..., proIA, 6.9310 PDF, 4R6Bmarket steers and heifers, and shows need to notify Adair vides an opportunity for ISUE399. V6XWE2, E

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National Digest

TCU jumps The top four in the College Football Playoff rankings going into the final weekend of the regular season is as follows: Alabama, Oregon, TCU and Florida State. The question is: Short of a loss by one of those teams, is there anything a team on the outside can do to get in on Sunday when the final rankings are announced and the field for the first playoff is set? “We’re at the point, we’re waiting for results now,” selection committee chairman and Arkansas athletic director Jeff Long said Tuesday night. “We’re waiting for teams to complete their body of work.” TCU (10-1) moved up to No. 3, becoming the latest team with a loss to jump past undefeated Florida State, and further distancing itself from Big 12 rival Baylor (10-1). The Bears, who beat TCU 61-58 in Waco, Texas, in October, are sixth and Ohio State sits in between them and the Horned Frogs at fifth.

Hoke fired ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Brady Hoke was fired Tuesday after Michigan stumbled to a 5-7 record and missed the postseason in his fourth year at the helm. Interim athletic director Jim Hackett’s announcement ended weeks of speculation over Hoke’s future and put one of college football’s most storied programs in the market for a new coach. Hoke’s record fell well short of Michigan’s standards. He went 3120 with the Wolverines, and the team declined steadily after an 11-2 mark in his first season. Hired after the tumultuous tenure of Rich Rodriguez, Hoke was supposed to help Michigan regain its place among college football’s elite, and his familiarity with the program’s culture and tradition helped make the initial transition a successful one. Michigan has not won the Big Ten since 2004, and the Wolverines are now 1-10 in their last 11 games against Ohio State.

Hunter returns MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Torii Hunter is coming back to the place it all began. Hunter agreed to a $10.5 million, one-year contract to return to the Minnesota Twins, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the agreement had not yet been announced. A five-time All-Star outfielder who turns 40 in July, Hunter became a star with the Twins from 1997-07 before signing a $90 million, five-year contract with the Los Angeles Angels. He then signed a $26 million, two-year deal with Detroit.

SPORTS

Panthers swarm Raiders early in 65-29 victory By LARRY PETERSON CNA sports writer • lpeterson@crestonnews.com

Creston opened the 2014-15 boys basketball season with a bang, going 4-of-5 from 3-point range in taking a 16-2 lead over Mount Ayr here Tuesday night. Senior guard Sam Hartsock sank t h r e e 3-pointers in the opening t h r e e minutes as the Panthers’ Hartsock trapping halfcourt defense rattled the Raiders and forced four turnovers during the same stretch. Mount Ayr, coming off a season-opening win at Lamoni Monday night, never got its offensive rhythm in a 65-29 loss. The Panthers led 27-7 after one quarter and stretched it to a 44-11 spread at halftime. Reserves played out the fourth quarter and the latter portion of the third, as Jay Wolfe led the scoring with 18 points. Hartsock tallied 13 points and

Christian Groumoutis had 12. Reserve center Jed McCreary led Mount Ayr with eight points. Mount Ayr coach Bret Ruggles said Creston’s quickness and long reach on the perimeter with the likes of Wolfe, Groumoutis and McClain Haines made clean passes difficult. At times Creston was in a trapping 1-3-1 zone defense, other times it was an aggressive man-to-man or a 2-3 zone. “As a 1A team, we can’t get that simulation in practice,” Ruggles said. “Their length really bothered us all night. Their pressure defense is very good. And I was really impressed with their shooting. We knew Wolfe would shoot it well, but they really did a nice job of shooting the ball as a team.” The Panthers made eight 3-pointers in the game. Hartsock had three, Groumoutis had two and Wolfe, Haines and Cody Crawford each made one. “That was nice to see Sam come out shooting like that,” Panther coach Brett Watson said. “We have to be multi-dimen-

CNA photo by KYLE WILSON

Creston’s Jay Wolfe (30) blocks a shot taken by Mount Ayr guard Nick Wurster during the first half of Monday evening’s contest. Wolfe finished with 18 points and nine rebounds in the victory.

sional. A lot of guys can step up. It helps to have six seniors with experience.” Mount Ayr didn’t score until Creston had opened

up a 10-0 lead three minutes into the game. The Raiders had difficulty even getting a shot off against the harassing Panther de-

fense in the early going. “We wanted to pressure Please see PANTHERS, page 10A

Coaches, family laud community’s generosity By LARRY PETERSON CNA sports writer • lpeterson@crestonnews.com

Creston came out on top on the scoreboard, but the real winners in the event at Creston High School Tuesday night were the Kirk Levine family and the players on both teams who felt

the rewards of a greater cause. A strong early-season crowd from both communities showed up with generosity as the Creston and Mount Ayr boys squared off in a benefit game for the Kirk Levine family. Levine — 1972 Creston High School graduate, fa-

ther of Mount Ayr assistant coach Jeff Levine and a longtime sports official in Iowa as well as past minor league umpire — has recently completed treatments for throat cancer. The Raiders and Panthers came together in an event organized by Mount Ayr coach Bret Ruggles to help raise money for

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Tom Eagan of Creston bids on a silent auction item prior to the Creston vs. Mount Ayr boys basketball game held Tuesday evening in Creston. All money from the silent auction went to Kirk Levine of Creston, who battled throat cancer this fall and is finally done with treatments. Funds raised will go toward paying for Levine’s treatments.

the family’s mounting medical costs. A silent auction was held with several sports memorabilia items, tickets for major university games and a raffle for two Taylor Swift concert tickets in the lower bowl of Wells Fargo Arena. Organizers estimated that approximately $10,000 was raised during the event. “I can’t even talk,” said an emotional Kirk Levine during the game. “That’s why I live here. Great friends and family.” Regardless of the outcome of the game, both head coaches said the lessons learned by the players of neighbors helping neighbors were more valuable. “It’s been a great experience for our guys,” Ruggles said. “I think they saw there is more to it than just the basketball game itself. Kirk’s family has been a top-notch family and that’s evident by the support. We were on the bench as they were announcing the auction, and there was a (Goose Gossage) signed baseball, and we didn’t even know that was out there! People just kept bringing stuff. It

was amazing.” Likewise, Watson said it was a good event on the heels of the Hall of Pride scrimmage with Lenox last week that served as a collection of non-perishable food items for local food pantries. “It’s more than just basketball,” Watson said. “I don’t personally know the Levine family, but from everything I’ve heard they are just awesome people. Kudos to coach Ruggles for everything he put into it.” Scott Levine, 2004 Creston graduate and youngest son of Kirk and Ann Levine, expressed gratitude to the crowd at the conclusion of the game. “On behalf of the entire Levine family, we’d just like to say thanks to everybody,” Scott said. “We didn’t expect this. It’s not just Creston. It’s the Mount Ayr community, and entire southwest Iowa community that has come out and supported us. I know I speak for my wife, my brothers, my parents and grandfather here tonight, that we’re especially proud to say we’re from Creston, Iowa.”

Panthers cruise in opening duals By LARRY PETERSON CNA sports writer • lpeterson@crestonnews.com

GREENFIELD — Creston/O-M opened the wrestling season with two convincing victories Tuesday night, outscoring Interstate 35 57-21 and a shorthanded Nodaway Valley team, 7012. In other duals, Winterset topped I-35, 49-25; and Winterset matched the Panthers by defeating Nodaway Valley 70-12. In both cases, the two Wolverine victors were middleweights Ben Freese at 126 pounds and JD Lyman at 132 by falls. Nodaway Valley filled only six weight classes in both duals. The Panthers won 10 of 14 contested matches against I-35, including nine pins by Wyatt Thompson (138), Joey Huntington (145), Cam Leith (152), Tayler Pettit (170), Jackson Mikkelsen (182), Kadon Hulett (195),

Seth Maitlen (220), Jake Gutschenritter (285), and Brody Frain (126). Trevor Marlin won a 9-7 decision at 120 pounds.

“I-35 has ranked kids at 160 and 132 and a lot of returning kids,” Creston/O-M coach Darrell Frain said. “Now in 1A they will com-

pete very well. I thought it was a good start for us.” The Panthers concluded the night by winning four of six contested matches

against Nodaway Valley, including pins by Leith, Alex Please see WRESTLING, page 11A

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Creston/O-M senior Tayler Pettit secures the head of Interstate-35’s Logan Adair while reaching for a takedown during their 170-pound match Tuesday night in Greenfield. Pettit won by fall in 1:41 and won by forfeit in the Nodaway Valley dual to open the 2014-15 season.

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Shields named district coach of the year Six area players earn all-district volleyball honors Murray coach Jerry Shields w a s named the Class 1A South Central District Coach of the Year Shields in all-district volleyball announcements by the Iowa Girls Coaches Association. Three of his players — senior Hannah Barber, junior Jade Lecy and sophomore Brandi Gilbert — were also named to the 1A South Central District team. Another coach named district coach of the year is Meg Jackson of Woodward-Granger, Creston native and sister of Creston head coach Polly Luther. Three of Jackson’s players were also named all-district in seniors Abby Musser and Tori Manning, and sophomore Mary Hansen. Creston senior Natalie Mostek was named all-district in Class 4A along with senior Marie Palmer of

Southwest Valley in Class 2A and Mount Ayr sophomore Kelcie Shields in Class 1A. Three Bedford players earning 1A all-district honors are juniors Rachel Armstrong, Callie Calfee and Callyn Bonde.

The all-district teams in this region: 4A West Natalie Mostek, Creston, Sr.; MacKenzie Swanson, Harlan, Sr.; Olivia Scarborough, Glenwood, Jr.; Bianca Irlbeck, Carroll, Jr.; Shelby Miller, Carroll, Sr.; Grace Hanno, Sioux City Heelan, Jr.; Jess Schaben, Harlan, Sr.; Mariah McPartland, Boone, Sr.; Abby Bergsten, Lewis Central, Sr.; Reghan Coyle, Lewis Central, Sr.; Taylor Frederick, Harlan, Jr.; Asia Kloewer, Harlan, Sr. Coach of the Year — Angie Spangenberg, Harlan. 3A West Serena Parker, Shenandoah, Sr.; Angela Mahoney, Red Oak, Jr.; Jessica Harald, Sioux Center, So.; Abby Lohrman, Carroll Kuemper Catholic, So.; Megan Jensen, Estherville Lincoln Central, Sr.; Brooke Runneberg, Pocahontas Area, Sr.; Kate Walker, Red Oak, Sr.; Jill VanderPlatts, Sioux Center, Sr.; Madison Beaver, Sioux Center, Sr.; Maria Dentlinger, Carroll Kuemper Catholic, Sr.; Grace Blomstedt, Red Oak, Sr.; Sydney Nielsen, Shenandoah, Sr. Coach of the Year — Julie Oldenkamp, Sioux Center. 2A Southwest Hallie Linhart, Central Decatur,

Sr.; Marie Palmer, Southwest Valley, Sr.; Allison Eikenberry, Tri-Center, So.; Emma Myers, Treynor, Jr.; Tori Masker, TriCenter, So.; Brooke Cooper, Underwood, Sr.; Madison Paulson, Treynor, So.; Katelyn Schechinger, IKM-Manning, Sr.; Emma Bonnet, Underwood, So.; Matti Munger, Council Bluffs St. Albert, Sr.; Maddy Powell, Underwood, Jr.. Coach of the Year — Kali Huisman, Treynor. 1A South Central Marissa Pope, Belle Plaine, Sr.; Samantha Williams, Moravia, Sr.; Jade Lecy, Murray, Sr.; Caleigh Greiner, Keota, Sr.; Karli Smith, Lamoni, Sr.; Jordan Carter, Sigourney, Sr.; Madison Sheetz, Keota, Sr.; Hannah Barber, Murray, Sr.; Kendall Brown, Moravia, Jr.; Shelby Davis, Lynnville-Sully, Sr.; Brandi Gilbert, Murray, So.; Elisa Wenger, Moravia, Jr. Coach of the Year — Jerry Shields, Murray. 1A Southwest Macey Williams, FremontMills, Sr.; Rachel Armstrong, Bedford, Jr.; Logan Wagg, Stanton, Sr.; Anne-Marie Maher, Nishnabotna, Sr.; Jessie Doyle, East Mills, Sr.; Callie Calfee, Bedford, Jr.; Grace Hoflen, Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton, Sr.; Marlia Rossell, Griswold, Sr.; Sydney McLaren, Griswold, Fr.; Taryn Williams, Fremont-Mills, Sr.; Delaney Langfelt, FremontMills, Jr.; Haley Weis, Stanton,. Sr.; Callyn Bonde, Bedford, Jr.; Lexy Larson, Sidney, Jr.; Kelcie Shields, Mount Ayr, So. Coach of the Year — Tracy Malcom, Fremont-Mills. 2A Central Coach of Year — Meg Jackson, Woodward-Granger.

Area girls basketball Griswold 43, SW Valley 36 CORNING — Southwest Valley had an opportunity to win the game here Monday, but couldn’t overcome 35 turnovers in a 43-36 loss to Griswold. “Griswold played a solid press against us and we made rushed decisions throughout the game,” Southwest Valley head coach Allen Naugle said. “When you turn the ball over 35 times in a game, it is tough to win. We did a great job of getting to the hoop and getting free throw opportunities.” But, Southwest Valley shot just 46 percent from the free throw line on 12-of-26 shooting. Marie Palmer recorded a double-double for the Timberwolves with 15 points and 11 reb o u n d s . Palmer Lexi Bronner added seven points with nine rebounds. Katie Taylor scored four points and had five steals. Janelle Gibler recorded three points and seven boards. Shelby Cooper, Kelsey Means and Regan Jessen each scored two points, while Jade Petersen chipped in one point and grabbed six rebounds.

South Page 51, Diagonal 34 DIAGONAL — South Page broke open a close game with a 22-10 advantage in the fourth quarter

here on Monday, defeating Diagonal 51-34. Kaitlyn Klommhaus scored seven points to lead the Maroonettes. K a t i e Sobotka scored six points, as Klommhaus did Allison Norris. Cassidy Becker grabbed a team-high eight rebounds to go with two points. Madison Lohmann scored five points and had two steals. Kasydi Klommhaus netted four points and pulled down four rebounds with two steals. Jaci Haidsiak also scored four points, finishing with six rebounds. The loss dropped Diagonal to 1-1 for the season.

Lenox 51, O-M 34 ORIENT — Lenox improved to 1-1 for the season with a 51-34 road win over Orient-Macksburg here on Tuesday. Aurora Arevalo posted a double-double with 12 points and 16 rebounds, while Katie Dukes filled the Arevalo stat sheet with 18 points, six rebounds, three assists and four steals. Hannah Mitchell added seven points with two boards. Jacy Stoaks scored four points with five rebounds and two assists, while Mika Weaver added four points with four re-

bounds and two assists.

Nodaway Valley 57, Clarinda 53 CLARINDA — Nodaway Valley overcame 19 turnovers and 22 Clarinda offensive rebounds to defeat the Cardinals 57-53 here Tuesday. “Clarinda always plays us a very competitive game,” Nodaway Valley head coach Tom Thompson said. “They were more physical than us tonight, as we gave up 22 offensive rebounds. We also turned it over 19 times, so they got several more shot attempts than us. Fortunate to get the win on the road.” Jessica Nelson had a big game for the Wolverines, scoring 22 points with nine rebounds and four assists to Nelson lead the t e a m . Paige McElfish recorded another double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds to go with two assists and two steals. Josie Clarke scored 10 points with five rebounds and four blocked shots. Mercedes Harter added seven points with six rebounds and two assists. Josie Carter scored five poitns with five boards, five assists and three steals. The Wolverines, now 2-0 for the season, open Pride of Iowa Conference play at East Union on Friday.

Area boys basketball Lenox 50, O-M 38 ORIENT — After a high-scoring first quarter, things slowed down a bit here Tuesday as Lenox posted a 50-38 win over Orient-Macksburg. The Tigers held a 21-17 lead at the end of the first quarter. Spencer Brown posted a double-double for Lenox with 12 points and 15 rebounds, w h i l e Dawson Tullberg scored a team-high Tullberg 14 points for the Tigers to go with four assists. Carson Cline added eight points with 12 boards, as Kaleb Anderson and Leevi Marshall each scored six points. Colton Hogan added four points for Lenox. Dylan Nichols led Orient-Macksburg with 14 points, as Jordan Thomps o n chipped in nine. Logan Holste, James S u l l i v a n Nichols and Jesse Johnson

each scored four points and Seth White added three. Thompson pulled down 10 rebounds to lead the Bulldogs, as Sullivan finished with six. Nichols and Thompson each recorded three steals. “Hard fought game on both ends of the floor,” O-M head coach Drew Dornack said. “We just couldn’t overcome our cold shooting in the second half.”

Shenandoah 63, SW Valley 24 SHENANDOAH — Southwest Valley didn’t score until the second quarter here Tuesday in a 63-24 loss to Hawkeye 10 Conference Shenandoah. The Mustangs held a 19-0 lead through one quarter and outscored the Timberwolves 25-13 in the second quarter, before holding Southwest Valley scoreless yet again in the third quarter. “Turnovers were the key to the game,” Southwest Valley head coach Andrew Focht said. “Shenandoah came out early and forced turnovers and shot well from the field. We were unable to get into any type of flow on the offensive end with the stingy defense Shenandoah played.” Colten Drake led the Timberwolves with eight points,

while Scott Vanderhoof added six. Bryan Pearson chipped in four points. Thad Bruning scored three points, as Wyatt McAlpin netted two points and Clint Mullen finished with one point.

Murray 56, Lamoni 40 LAMONI — Murray picked up a 56-40 season-opening win over Lamoni here Tuesday. Senior Trey McHenry had a big night, scoring 25 points on 8-of-11 shooting from the floor and 8-9 shooting from McHenry the free throw line. He also grabbed eight rebounds and had a team-high six steals. Braydon Held also reached double figures, scoring 11 points with three rebounds, five steals and two assists. Thane Simmons grabbed a team-high 12 rebounds and scored two points to go with five steals, two assists and three blocked shots. Bryce Keller added nine points with nine boards. Jack Jones scored six points with five rebounds and Cody Mann scored three points.

Middle school basketball 8th grade girls FONTANELLE — Creston pulled away from a close first quarter to defeat the Nodaway Valley eighthgrade girls Monday, 45-24. Creston led 25-14 at halftime and outscored the Wolverines 20-10 in the second half. Brielle Baker scored 10 points and Kesia Stewart added nine for Creston. Annie Herr scored eight points for Nodaway Valley. “NV played a zone and forced our girls to shoot outside,” coach Sarah Stephens said. “The girls really came alive in the second half. They did a nice job pressing the opponent and forcing

turnovers, and did a great job on the boards.” Creston won the B quarter, 12-5, with Devon Bulls scoring eight points and Emma Pingree adding four. “The girls did a nice job getting open looks at the basket and hustled well as a team,” Stephens said.

Creston (45) — Brielle Baker 10, Kesia Stewart 9, Saige Rice 6, Taylor Buxton 6, Megan Haley 4, Jesse Vicker 3, Grace Root 2, Breanna Ross 2. Rebounds — Buxton 12, Vicker 5, Baker 5, Haley 5, Steart 5, Rice 4. Steals — Baker 4, Stewart 4, Root 3, Vicker 3, Rice 2, Buxton 2. Nodaway Valley (24) — Annie Herr 8, Selena Rubio 6, Addie Lamb 6, Alyssa Welsch 4. Creston B (12) — Devon Buls 8, Emma Pingree 4. Rebounds — Kelsey Watson 3, Rachel Wignall 3, Pingree 2, Kaitlyn Osmun

2. Steals — Sophia Schuler 2, Osmun 2. Assists — Wignall 3. Nodaway Valley B (5) — Stormy France 4, Bailey Bakerink 1.

7th grade girls FONTANELLE — Nodaway Valley pulled away from a 17-11 halftime lead to post a 43-14 victory over the Creston seventh-grade girls Monday. Alyssa Davis scored 14 points and Clarissa Smith added 12 for Nodaway Valley. Heylee Shields had seven points and five steals to lead Creston. Kylee LaMasters had four points and Please see MS, page 12A

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them a little bit and not let them get comfortable,” Watson said. “They were comfortable against Lamoni and hit some shots. We didn’t want to give them those open looks. We try to get into those passing lanes and make our defense create some of our offense. We wanted to beat the zone down the floor.” When Wolfe scored in transition from a Haines assist, the margin grew to 18-2. A Groumoutis 3-pointer and basket by Cooper McDermott closed out the 27-7 opening quarter blitz. At halftime the all-stater Wolfe was the team’s third-leading scorer with 10 points, as Hartsock had his 13 and Groumoutis 12. The Raiders, meanwhile, had more turnovers (19) than points (11). Ruggles said the game was helpful, despite the lopsided score. “Our guys got rattled pretty quick. After some deflections, now all of a sudden you’re second-guessing every pass you throw and every shot you take,” Ruggles said. “But I told them afterward,

this will be the toughest team we play all year. It’s a really good ballclub. Other teams may try to get up in us and pressure us like that, and we learned s o m e things tonight.” T h e R a i d ers begin Ruggles Pride of Iowa Conference play Friday in hosting Southwest Valley. Creston embarks on this year’s Hawkeye 10 schedule with a game at Glenwood. The Panthers will be at a height disadvantage. “They are big, with 6-8 and 6-7 kids back,” Watson said. “They are going to be good. In the Hawkeye 10, any road win is a good win. We’ll have to compete for 32 minutes.”

MOUNT AYR (29) — Jed McCreary 3 2-2 8, Connor Giles 2 1-1 5, Rhett Murphy 2 1-1 5, Riley Weehler 1 0-0 3, Caleb Schnoor 1 0-0 2, Lincoln Martin 1 0-0 2, Trevor Gooding 1 0-0 2, Jake Ricker 1 0-0 2. Totals — 12 4-4 29. 3-point goals — 1-6 (Weehler 1). FG shooting — 12-33 (36.3 percent). Rebounds — 18 (McCreary 4, Ricker 4, Kyle Dolecheck 4). Assists — 8 (Nick Wurster 2, Martin 2). Steals — 8 (Schnoor 4). Team fouls — 9. Fouled out — None. CRESTON (65) — Jay Wolfe

8 1-2 18, Sam Hartsock 5 0-0 13, Christian Groumoutis 3 4-4 12, Jake Miller 3 0-0 6, Alex Nielsen 3 0-0 6, McClain Haines 1 2-2 5, Cody Crawford 1 0-0 3, Cooper McDermott 1 0-0 2. Totals — 25 7-8 65. 3-point goals — 8-21 (Hartsock 3, Groumoutis 2, Haines 1, Wolfe 1, Crawford 1). FG shooting — 25-48 (52 percent). Rebounds — 27 (Wolfe 9, Nielsen 5, Groumoutis 4). Assists — 19 (Hartsock 6, Haines 5, Wolfe 3). Steals — 13 (Wolfe 4, Nielsen 3, Groumoutis 3, Hartsock 2). Blocked shots — 3 (Nielsen 2). Team fouls — 5. Fouled out — None. Mt. Ayr — 7 11 17 29 Creston — 27 44 60 65

JUNIOR VARSITY Cody Crawford scored 23 points as the Creston JV opened the season with a 46-39 victory over Mount Ayr. “I liked our defensive intensity,” Creston coach Michael West said. “We got a lot of steals that got us into transition.” Crawford drained three 3-pointers in his 23-point night and Kyle Somers added 11 points for the Panthers.

Creston (46) — Cody Crawford 23, Kyle Somers 11, Seth Thompson 3, Ryan Kucera 3, Chris Foster 2, Quinton Scadden 2, Ian Burns 2. 3-point goals — Crawford 3, Thompson 1, Somers 1, Kucera 1. Free throws — 8-9. Mount Ayr (39) — Young 12, Holmes 9, Wurster 8, McCreary 6, Campbell 4. 3-point goals — Young 2, Wurster 1. Free throws — 4-14.

CNA photo by KYLE WILSON

Mount Ayr’s Kyle Dolecheck (23) elevates for a rebound in Monday evening’s contest against the Creston Panthers. Dolecheck finished with four rebounds for the Raiders.

Kiwanis Children’s New or Gently Used

Coat Drive Coats can be donated by dropping them off in the Kiwanis boxes at the Creston YMCA, The Windrow, Creston News Advertiser or the Casey’s at 200 South Elm. Donation Deadline is January 1, 2015.

The coats will be distributed through local agency programs.

CNA photo by KYLE WILSON

Creston’s Sam Hartsock (4) plays aggressive defense on Mount Ayr’s point man in the opening half Monday evening. The Panthers defeated the Raiders 65-29 in their regular season opener.

For more information contact: Victoria Brammer ~ 641-782-2888

Animal Shelter

DONATION DRIVE! Now through December 19th, stop by the Creston News Advertiser, 503 W. Adams, and drop off a donated item for the local animal shelters!

Creston Animal Rescue Effort Needs: (new or good used) collars, leashes, toys, we use alot of canned food and cat litter, stainless steel dog dishes (med. to large size), cardboard cat scratchers, bleach, dish soap, hand sanitizer, sponges, hand towels, wash rags, small blankets, copy paper, stamps, printer ink (#901).

Volunteers are always needed!

We are a very small group and more hands would be great. Contact 641-782-2330 for more info.

Monetary Donations can be mailed to C.A.R.E. c/o Mycale Downey 304 W. DeVoe, Creston, IA 50801

Dog Gone Rescue Needs:

Dog/Cat Dry & Canned Food, Dog/Cat Stainless Steel Bowls, New or Used collars & Leashes, Scoopable Cat Litter, Kennels (indoor & outdoor), Dog Houses Building supplies for Dog Houses, such as: 2x4’s, wafer board, paint, screws/nails & straw for the winter months. Dog/Cat Pet Beds & Blankets, Dog/Cat Toys & Treats (cat scratchers & catnip would be good too!) Dog Bones - Need durable items for dogs- natural, nylon.. even antlers are good for their teeth! Grooming Supplies: dog/cat brushes shampoo, conditioner, nail clippers. Cleaning Supplies: bleach, dish soap, garbage bags. We are in need of Foster Families! Fosters are a valuable asset to helping provide young, old, injured and sick, abused and death row dogs a second chance to live, grow or heal before finding their forever homes. Fostering is a wonderful experience for you and your family, you can feel good knowing you have helped save a dog’s life! If interested in becoming a Foster, please contact us at doggonerescueinc@hotmail.com, for more information.

Monetary Donations can be mailed to: Dog Gone Rescue c/o Janel McLain 205 S. Sumner Ave., Creston, IA 50801

Our local animal shelters depend on the generosity of the community to sustain them. All donations collected at the Creston News Advertiser will go directly to Creston Animal Rescue Effort and Dog Gone Rescue in support of homeless cats and dogs in our community!

For each item donated, will donate $1.00 (up to $100) to the shelters. To view current pets awaiting adoption from both rescues go to www.crestonanimalrescue.petfinder.com or www.doggonerescue.com

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Creston News Advertiser Wednesday, December 3, 2014

WRESTLING: Continued from page 8A

Fargo and Thompson. Huntington won a 13-4 major decision. The Panthers had eight straight forfeit victories after starting out with a 16-0 lead. “Nodaway Valley has their best kids at 126 and 132,” Frain said. “I thought our effort was great. Even in the losses, the kids did a lot of really good things. One night after working on some things on top, we had kids doing things we had just practiced. Now we just have to keep getting better.” Creston/O-M participates in the Dallas Center-Grimes Tournament at 10 a.m. Saturday, while the JV travels to the Winterset tourney. Creston/O-M 57, Interstate 35 21 138 — Wyatt Thompson (C/OM) pinned Jacob Steinlage (I-35), 1:54; 145 — Joey Huntington (C/O-

M) pinned Austin Beener (I-35); 152 — Cam Leith (C/O-M) pinned Cole Dickenson (I-35), 1:47; 160 — Sal Arzani (I-35) pinned Alex Fargo (C/O-M), 4:27; Tayler Pettit pinned Logan Adair (I-35), 1:41; 182 — Jackson Mikkelsen (C/OM) pinned Dante Arzani (I-35), Prescott Community School District 5:58; 195 — Kadon Hulett-(C/O-M) Board of Directors November 19,(I-35), 2014 :35. pinned Wyatt Jones Public by (C/O-M) Regular 220 Meeting — Sethfollowed Maitlen Board Meeting pinned (I-35), Public Garrett meeting Thompson was well attended 3:33; 285 — Jake Gutschenritter starting at 6:00PM. Information was (C/O-M) Delaney Harper shared on pinned possible consolidation. The Board at(I-35),listened 1:59;to input 106 from — several Lance tendees. Data(I-35) is shared on school webThompson pinned Kelby site http://www.prescottschool.org Luther (C/O-M), 113 — The Board of 1:45; Directors of Zac the Willey (I-35) pinnedSchool dec. Carson Prescott Community District met on Wednesday, November 19, Wheat (C/O-M), 11-7; 120 — 2014 in Marlin the Board Room dec. at 7:38 PM. Trevor (C/O-M) Brody President Cooper presided and the folNelsonanswered (I-35), 9-7; Brody lowing roll 126 call: — Birt, Cline Frain (C/O-M) pinned Colton Kyle and Gee. Administrators were: Super(I-35), 5:09; 132 present — Austin Pontier intendent SteveMitchel McDermott, Business (I-35) pinned Swank (C/OManager Billie Jo Greene and Lead M), 3:19. Teacher Terri Kretzinger. Creston/O-M 70, Gee moved and Cline seconded approval of Nodaway the agenda.Valley Roll Call 12 VoteMotion carried 4-0 145 — Joey welcomed (C/OByron Visitor's were Huntington M) major dec. Dylan Brown shared history withCornelison the board on (NV),board 13-4; 152 — Cam Leith prior decisions. Cline moved and Gee that (C/O-M) pinned Billyseconded Bakerink the minutes the — Alex October 15, 2014 (NV), 2:41; of160 Fargo regular meeting and November 5, 2014 (C/O-M) Allsup (NV), joint boardpinned meetingJosh as amended, Finan1:17;Report 170 — Tayler Pettit (C/O-M) cial and bills are approved as presented. Roll Call Vote-Motion carwon by forfeit; 182 — Jackson ried 4-0 Mikkelsen (C/O-M) wonseconded by forfeit; Gee moved and Birt ap195 —theKadon prove requestHulett to the (C/O-M) SBRC forwon addiby forfeit; 220growth — Seth Maitlen tional allowable for increasing

enrollment of $30,089 and Open Enrollment Out $2,448. Roll Call VoteMotion carried 4-0 Cline moved and Gee seconded approve the Consolidation Petition between Prescott Community School District and Creston Community School District. Roll Call Vote-Motion carried 4-0 Brayden Curry, so., Sergeant Gee moved and Birt seconded apBluff-Luton; 3. to Brandon Mayer, prove Mick Gray full-fill Mike Gray snow contract.(Cresco); Roll Call Votesr., removal Crestwood 4. Motion carried 4-0 Ryan Schmalen, sr., Clear Lake; Birt moved and Gee seconded ap5. Jacob Fenske, jr.,Share Davenport in 2015prove to Whole Grade 16 with Creston6. Community School Assumption; Kyle Anderson, District if the Reorganization votes so., Washington; 7. Nate passes in April 2015. Roll Call VoteLasher, so.,4-0 Charles City; 8. Motion carried Superintendent Steve reLogan Johnson, jr.,McDermott Aplingtonport: Boiler repair, snow and Parkersburg; 9. removal Dalton sub bus drivers were discussed. Husmann, jr.,Terri Monticello; 10. Lead Teacher Kretzinger: Stool repair, testing. Kade MAP VanKirk, jr., Perry. School OfficialLeisure, Billie Jo 126— Business 1. Ryan Greene: Shared Open Enrollment In so., and Clear Lake; 2. Johnny (14) Out (49) Gee moved and seconded Etherington, sr.,Cline Charles City; ac3. cept resignation from Sharday Sheathe Swafford, jr., Mediapolis; Swartz Preschool Paraprofessional. 4. Louis Gnida, sr., Solon; Roll Call Vote-Motion carried 4-0 5. Gee moved and Birt sr., seconded that Parker Witthuhn, Rolandthe meeting Roll Call VoteStory; 6. adjourn. Brice Everson, jr., Motion carried 4-0 Camanche; 7. Tristan Next Regular Board Meeting Clark, will be, Wednesday 17 at 6:30 sr., PCMDecember (Monroe); 8. PM Kirkin prior to the Board Room. Public Mommsen, jr., Forum Davenport regular board meeting at 6:00 PM. Assumption; 9. Treyton Virtue, Meeting adjourned at 8:39 PM jr., Central Lyon; FUND 10. Gisaveri Checking GENERAL ACCESS Niyibizi,SYSTEMS jr., Perry. COPIER.................................. $875.00 132— UTILITIES 1. Brock Jennings, ALLIANT so., Osage; 2. Stuart Shaefer, ELECTRICITY..................... $1,025.62 AMERICAN FIRE Assumption; PROTECTION 3. jr., Davenport INSPECTIONS........................ $130.00 ChaseBATES Lienhard, jr., Crestwood BRET (Cresco); 4. Connor Ascheryl, LAWN CARE.......................... $900.00 Capital City Boiler & Machine so., MOC-Floyd Valley; 5. BOILDER CHEMICAL TEST Max Forsyth, jr., Charles $96.75 City; KIT............................................. 6. Dusten Reed, sr., BedfordCAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY BOILER $123.43 Lenox; SUPPLIES................ 7. Nathan Macki, sr., CHRISTENSEN SANITATION Ballard (Huxley); 8. Mitch Van SANITATION........................... $85.00 Beek, so., Central PC Lyon; 9. Cody Creston Chiropractic, BUS PHYSICAL....................... McNeil, jr., Mediapolis;$75.00 10. CRESTON COMM SCHOOLS Dylan Beaver,&sr,. Benton (Van CONCURRENT OPEN Horne). ENROLLMENT................. $15,537.19 CRESTON PUBLISHING CO MINUTES/AD........................... $59.32 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION BUS INSPECTION.................. $200.00 GADBERRYS TRUE VALUE HARDWARE CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES.......... $25.77 GREEN HILLS AEA ASBESTOS TRAINING........... $60.00 GREEN VALLEY PEST & LAWN CARE PEST CONTROL.................... $252.50 HY-VEE INC. WRAP AROUND........................ $2.86 ICN PHONE SERVICE................... $112.68 IOWA DIVISION OF LABOR SERVICES BOILER INSPECTION............. $40.00 LENOX COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRIC OE TUITION/HSAP........... $16,346.65 NAPA-CRESTON PARTS..................................... $349.03 NEWTON OVERHEAD DOORS BUS GARAGE DOORS.......... $145.00 RJ'S PLUMBING & HEATING INC LABOR...................................... $65.00 SCHOLASTIC SUBSCRIPTIONS................... $652.49 SIRWA WATER................................... $173.83 SOUTHWEST VALLEY CSD OE TUITION...................... $42,847.00 SWCC DRIVER TRAINING................. $50.00 WALMART COMMUNITY BRC SUPPLIES................................ $300.16 WINDSTREAM TELEPHONE........................... $939.93 ............................................$81,470.21 Checking NUTRITION ANDERSON ERICKSON DAIRY MILK....................................... $634.18 MARTIN BROS DISTRIBUTING C FOOD.................................... $1,907.80 ...............................................$2,541.98

(C/O-M) won by forfeit. 285 — Jake Gutschenritter (C/O-M) won by forfeit; 106 — Kelby Luther (C/O-M) won by forfeit; 113 — Carson Wheat (C/O-M) won by forfeit; 120 — Garrett Dahl (C/O-M) won by forfeit; 126 — Ben Freese (NV) pinned Brody Frain (C/O-M), :42; 132 — JD Lyman (NV) pinned Mitchel Swank (C/O-M), 1:50; 128 — Wyatt Thompson (C/O-M) pinned Jared Corder (NV), 1:20. Winterset 70, Nodaway Valley 12 138 — Jacob Jenkins (W) pinned Jared Corder (NV), :50; 145 — Justin Smith (W) pinned Dylan Cornelison (NV), 5:57; 152 — Mitchell Holcomb (W) major dec. Billy Bakerink (NV), 12-1; 160 — Brandon Ryerson (W) pinned Josh Allsup (NV), 1:55; 170 — Caleb Grose (W) won by forfeit; 182 — Charles Woodcock (W) won by forfeit; 195 — Nick Tank (W) won by forfeit. 220 — Parker Maynes (W) won by forfeit; 285 — CJ Baker (W) won by forfeit; 106 — Logan Allen (W) won by forfeit; 113 — Britton Gibson (W) won by forfeit; 120 — Derek Koster (W) won by forfeit; 126 — Ben Freese (NV) pinned JD Gordon (W), 3:28; 132 — JD Lyman (NV) pinned Tegan Smith (W), :43. Winterset 49, Interstate 35 25

CNA photo by LARRY PETERSON

Nodaway Valley 126-pounder Ben Freese locks up a pin against JD Gordon of Winterset in Tuesday’s double dual in Greenfield. Freese also won by fall against Creston/O-M’s Brody Frain.

Predicament wrestling ratings

PREDICAMENT WRESTLING RANKINGS CLASS 2A TEAM 1. Mediapolis; 2. Union (LaPorte City); 2. Davenport Assumption; 4. Clear Lake; 5. Central Lyon; 6. Osage; 7. Albia; 8. Independence; 9. Dubuque Wahlert; 10. Crestwood (Cresco). INDIVIDUALS 106— 1. Josh Keller, jr., Columbus Junction; 2. Noah Fye, fr., New Hampton; 3. Rhyker Sims, fr., Sergeant Bluff-Luton; 4. Gable Sieperda, fr., Central Lyon; 5. Dante Tacchia, so., Iowa Falls; 6. Wil Beach, sr., Harlan; 7. Andrew Busch, sr., Denver-Tripoli; 8. Levi Sawyer, sr., Humboldt; 9. Michael Millage, fr., Crestwood (Cresco); 10. Shea Ruffridge, fr., Pocahontas Area. 113— 1. Tristan Birt, jr., Dubuque Wahlert; 2. Connor Cleveland, jr., New Hampton; 3. Brennan Doebel, sr., Clear Lake; 4. Jared Hensley, so., BedfordLenox; 5. Derek Holschlag, so., Union (LaPorte City); 6. Deivn Phaly, sr., Sergeant Bluff-Luton; 7. Travis Pulse, sr., Davenport Assumption; 8. Cody Huckfelt, sr., Spencer; 9. Nick Meling, so., East Marshall; 10. Carter Cox, so., Atlantic. 120— 1. Brock Rathbun, jr., Center Point-Urbana; 2.

Public notice Prescott Community School District Board of Directors November 19, 2014 Public Meeting followed by Regular Board Meeting Public meeting was well attended starting at 6:00PM. Information was shared on possible consolidation. The Board listened to input from several attendees. Data is shared on school website http://www.prescottschool.org The Board of Directors of the Prescott Community School District met on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 in the Board Room at 7:38 PM. President Cooper presided and the following answered roll call: Birt, Cline and Gee. Administrators present were: Superintendent Steve McDermott, Business Manager Billie Jo Greene and Lead Teacher Terri Kretzinger. Gee moved and Cline seconded approval of the agenda. Roll Call VoteMotion carried 4-0 Visitor's were welcomed Byron Brown shared history with the board on prior board decisions. Cline moved and Gee seconded that the minutes of the October 15, 2014 regular meeting and November 5, 2014 joint board meeting as amended, Financial Report and bills are approved as presented. Roll Call Vote-Motion carried 4-0 Gee moved and Birt seconded approve the request to the SBRC for additional allowable growth for increasing enrollment of $30,089 and Open Enrollment Out $2,448. Roll Call VoteMotion carried 4-0 Cline moved and Gee seconded approve the Consolidation Petition between Prescott Community School District and Creston Community School District. Roll Call Vote-Motion carried 4-0 Gee moved and Birt seconded approve Mick Gray to full-fill Mike Gray snow removal contract. Roll Call VoteMotion carried 4-0 Birt moved and Gee seconded approve to Whole Grade Share in 201516 with Creston Community School District if the Reorganization votes passes in April 2015. Roll Call VoteMotion carried 4-0 Superintendent Steve McDermott report: Boiler repair, snow removal and sub bus drivers were discussed. Lead Teacher Terri Kretzinger: Stool repair, MAP testing. School Business Official Billie Jo Greene: Shared Open Enrollment In (14) and Out (49) Gee moved and Cline seconded accept the resignation from Sharday Swartz Preschool Paraprofessional. Roll Call Vote-Motion carried 4-0 Gee moved and Birt seconded that the meeting adjourn. Roll Call VoteMotion carried 4-0 Next Regular Board Meeting will be, Wednesday December 17 at 6:30 PM in the Board Room. Public Forum prior to regular board meeting at 6:00 PM. Meeting adjourned at 8:39 PM Checking GENERAL FUND ACCESS SYSTEMS COPIER.................................. $875.00 ALLIANT UTILITIES ELECTRICITY..................... $1,025.62 AMERICAN FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTIONS........................ $130.00 BRET BATES LAWN CARE.......................... $900.00 Capital City Boiler & Machine BOILDER CHEMICAL TEST KIT............................................. $96.75 CAPITAL SANITARY SUPPLY BOILER SUPPLIES................ $123.43 CHRISTENSEN SANITATION SANITATION........................... $85.00 Creston Chiropractic, PC BUS PHYSICAL....................... $75.00 CRESTON COMM SCHOOLS CONCURRENT & OPEN ENROLLMENT................. $15,537.19 CRESTON PUBLISHING CO MINUTES/AD........................... $59.32 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION BUS INSPECTION.................. $200.00 GADBERRYS TRUE VALUE HARDWARE CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES.......... $25.77 GREEN HILLS AEA

The Board of Trustees of the Southern Iowa Trolley met in regular session on November 20, 2014. The meeting was called to order at 1:00 p.m. by Chair Myron Manley with the following members present: Linda England, Gary Boswell, Jerry Murphy. Also present: Leesa Lester, Transit Director. Approval of the Agenda: Motion by Boswell; Second: England. Motion carried. Approval of the Minutes: Motion to approve the minutes of the October 16 meeting. Motion by Murphy; Second: Boswell. Motion carried. Ridership and financial reports: The ridership report and financial statement were discussed. Motion to approve the ridership and financial reports as presented. Motion by England; Second Murphy. Motion carried. Disbursements - September invoices: Motion to approve payment of current invoices. Motion by Murphy; Second England. Motion carried. Banking Resolution - ISSB and Great Western - Update: Leesa Lester addition as a signatory on both ISSB and Great Western checking accounts complete. Mini Van and Bus Update From Hoglund Bus Representative: Braun Van should be done mid-December and the Glaval Bus beginning of February. Chariton Valley Grants - DOT: Kristin Haar/DOT - Still waiting on DOT for combined grant money from Chariton Valley. This was approved by Chariton Valley board in September 2014. Employee Update / Part-Time Drivers / Annual Leave Change Amendment / Reimbursement of Meal Expenses Amendment: Hired one each part-time driver for Adair, Clarke, Decatur, Lamoni, and Union Counties. All are undergoing training with an expected training completion date of December 1st. With the addition of the new part-time driver's we are expecting to see a reduction in current part-time and full-time over time hours. / Annual leave proposed change to accrual amounts from 240 max to 120 effective July 1, 2015. Amendment approved: England; Second by Boswell / Adjustments to hours for allowable reimbursements when traveling. Amendment approved by: Boswell; Second by England. Adjournment at 1:45. - Next meeting: December 18th. Motion by England; Second by Boswell. Motion carried.

138— 1. Brady Jennings, sr., Osage; 2. Colby McINtire, sr., Central Lyon; 3. Mason Buster, jr., Mediapolis; 4. Trevor Harsh, sr., ADM (Adel); 5. Bradley Irwin, sr., Centerville; 6. Jordan Challen, sr., Greene County; 7. Austin Moen, sr., Saydel; 8. Nick Hyland, jr., VintonShellsburg; 9. Trey Pecinovsky, so., Crestwood (Cresco); 10. Colton Dietrich, sr,. Union (LaPorte City). 145— 1. Max Thomsen, sr., Union (LaPorte City); 2. Bryce Leshen, jr., Albia; 3. Caleb Coleman, sr., Bondurant-Farrar; 4. Grant Sherman, sr., Saydel; 5. Ryan Faught, jr., Clear Lake; 6. Tommy Bradshaw, jr., Greene County; 7. Garrett Jay, sr., Grinnell; 8. Thatcher Goodale, sr., Osage; 9. Jake Niichel, sr., Charles City; 10. Wyatt Rhoads, sr., Gilbert. 152— 1. Chase Straw, sr., Independence; 2. Cole Erickson, sr., Mediapolis; 3. Tristen Finch, sr., Davenport Assumption;

4. Micahel Neal, sr., VintonShellsburg; 5. Hunter Morrow, sr., Cherokee; 6. Tyler Thomas, sr., Crestwood (Cresco); 7. Zach Bruns, sr., North Fayette; 8. Blake Lawless, jr., Albia; 9. Shane Poppins, sr., AplingtonParkersburg; 10. Luke Strong, sr., Clarinda. 160— 1. Zach Johnsotn, jr., ADM (Adel); 2. Trevor McLaughlin, sr., Union (LaPorrte City); 3. Blake Pruisner, sr,. Aplingotn-Parkersburg; 4. Brad Conley, sr., Mediapolis; 5. Andrew Turner, sr., Dubuque Wahlert; 6. Josh Strohman, jr, Algona; 7. Colton Ranney, sr., Central Decatur; 8. Jake Juhl, jr., Independence; 9. Alec Fjelstul, sr., Decorah; 10. Trevor Nelson, so., Solon. 170— 1. JAcob Holschlag, sr., Union (LaPorte City); 2. Beau Sorenson, sr., Forest City; 3. Nick Baumler, jr., North Fayette; 4. Luke Erickson, jr., Mediapolis; 5. Mitchell Sandbulte, sr., Sioux Center; 6.

JJ Clark, jr., Clarinda; 7. Tucker Morrison, so., Columbus Junction; 8. Vic Malloy, jr., Williamsburg; 9. Damon Piatt, sr., Carlisle; 10. Nick HOlt, jr., Independence. 182— 1. Brent Lammers, sr., West Delaware; 2. Gabriel Rangel, sr., Davenport Assumption; 3. Joe Teague, sr., Algona; 4. Riley Hasken, sr., Dubqueu Wahlert; 5. Julio Sanchez, sr., Grinnell; 6. Izzak Shedenhelm, jr., DenverTripoli; 7. Ethan Timmerman, jr., Mediapolis; 8. Zach De Jager, sr,. Western Christian (Hull); 9. Adam Mickelson, sr., Humboldt; 10. Trenton Wells, sr., Central Decatur. 195— 1. Steven Holloway, sr., Mediapolis; 2. Brad Skubal, sr., Washington; 3. Zach Lalmphere, sr., Oelwein; 4. Matt McMillan, jr., Independence; 5. Seth Maitlen, jr., Creston; 6. Darin Greenfield, sr., Sheldon; 7. Jace Hadacheck, sr., Union (LaPorte City); 8. Chase Hager,

sr., Davenport Assumption; 9. Christian Lauritesen, sr., Clarinda; 10. Dylan Meister, sr., Denver-Tripoli. 220— 1. Carter Isley, jr., Albia; 2. Kendrick Suntken, sr., Hampton-Dumont; 3. Travis VanderStreek, sr., Central Lyon; 4. Tyler Johansen, sr., North Fayette; 5. Chase Bonner, sr., Estherville; 6. Anthony Clayton, sr., Grinnell; 7. Alex Paulson, jr., Forest City; 8. Kadon Hulett, so., Creston; 9. Logan Hopp, so., New Hampton; 10. Leiv Duwa, so., Mid-Prairie (Wellman). Hwt— 1. Mario Pena, sr., Hampton-Dumont; 2. Brady Heusinvelt, sr., Denver-Tripoli; 3. Dylan Van-Dusen, sr., West Liberty; 4. Logan Linderbaum, sr., Solon; 5. Alex Silberstein, sr., Ballard (Huxley); 6. Nathan Heath, jr., ADM (Adel); 7. Kyle Davis, sr., Columbus Junction;

Please see RATINGS, page 12A

Public notice Form F-66 (6-11-2014)

(IA-2)

STATE OF IOWA 2014 FINANCIAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 Lorimor CITY OF Lorimor DUE: December 1, 2014 WHEN COMPLETED, PLEASE RETURN TO

16208800600000 City Clerk/Treasurer 503 Main St. PO Box 125 Lorimor, IA 50149-0125

, IOWA (Please correct any error in name, address, and ZIP Code)

Mary Mosiman, CPA Auditor of State State Capitol Building Des Moines, IA 50319-0004

NOTE - The information supplied in this report will be shared by the Iowa State Auditor's Office, the U.S. Census Bureau, various public interest groups, and State and federal agencies.

ALL FUNDS Item description

Governmental (a)

Proprietary (b)

Total actual (c)

Budget (d)

Revenues and Other Financing Sources Taxes levied on property Less: Uncollected property taxes-levy year

Net current property taxes Delinquent property taxes TIF revenues Other city taxes Licenses and permits Use of money and property Intergovernmental Charges for fees and service Special assessments Miscellaneous Other financing sources

52,240 0 52,240

52,032 0 52,032

0 34,636

0 34,794

695 3,454 64,379

680 1,711

0 0 0 0 391,679 0 0 0 391,679

695 3,454 64,379 0 0 0 14,666 170,070

Total revenues and other sources

52,470 250,856 0

391,679 0 0 14,666 561,749

0 150,500 543,043

34,580

31,330

69,266 0

69,358 0

13,003 835 53,446 0 0

2,503 1,000 88,335 5,657 0

Expenditures and Other Financing Uses Public safety Public works Health and social services Culture and recreation Community and economic development General government Debt service Capital projects

34,580

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

69,266 0 13,003 835 53,446 0 0

Total governmental activities expenditures

171,130

198,183

0 171,130

372,600 372,600

372,600 543,730

342,956 541,139

14,666

15,000

185,796

372,600

558,396

556,139

-15,726

19,079

3,353

-13,096

Beginning fund balance July 1, 2013

68,451

260,829

329,280

318,716

Ending fund balance June 30, 2014

52,725

279,908

332,633

305,620

Business type activities

Total ALL expenditures Other financing uses, including transfers out

Total ALL expenditures/And other financing uses Excess revenues and other sources over (Under) Expenditures/And other financing uses

Note - These balances do not include $

0 held in non-budgeted internal service funds; $ held in Pension Trust Funds; $ 0 held in Private Purpose Trust funds and $ held in agency funds which were not budgeted and are not available for city operations. Indebtedness at June 30, 2014

General obligation debt Revenue debt TIF Revenue debt

Indebtedness at June 30, 2014

Amount - Omit cents

0 0

Amount - Omit cents

0 Other long-term debt

0 Short-term debt

0 $

345,008

General obligation debt limit CERTIFICATION THE FOREGOING REPORT IS CORRECT TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF Signature of city clerk

Date Published/Posted

Mark (x) one

Date Published Date Posted

11/28/2014 Printed name of city clerk

Doris Loy

Area Code Telephone

641

Signature of Mayor or other City official (Name and Title)

Number

Extension

763-2297 Date signed 11/24/14

PLEASE PUBLISH THIS PAGE ONLY

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Creston News Advertiser Wednesday, December 3, 2014

GIRLS: Continued from page 9A

Murray 35, Lamoni 28 LAMONI — Trailing by seven points at the half, Murray used a 17-4 third-quarter advantage to post a 35-28 win over host Lamoni here Tuesday. “Coach (Jerry) Brown used to say it might not be pretty, but a win is a win,” Murray head coach Jerry Shields said. “Boy was he

right about that tonight. We never really got going until about halfway through the third quarter. Zadie Hatfield (freshman) started her first game tonight and had some pretty good numbers, including only three turnovers.” Hatfield pulled down six rebounds and fin- Hatfield

ished with seven steals to go with four points. Deena Snyder led the Lady Mustangs in scoring with 13 points, in addition to seven rebounds. Madison Gonseth grabbed a team-high nine boards and scored four points. McKenzie McIntosh added four points, while Shelby Myers and Chellsea Jones each scored three points. Brandi Gilbert added two points with two assists.

Daryn Nowlin scored 13 points to lead Lamoni. “We still have to do a better job of shooting the basketball,” Shields said. “All you have to do is put the little brown ball through the orange ring, but sometimes that is easier said than done.” The win improved Murray to 1-1 for the season. The Lady Mustangs return to action Friday at Diagonal.

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five rebounds. “We were competing well against a more experienced team for two quarters,” said Creston coach Larry Peterson. “We just had too many turnovers to get going again in the second half, and we need to work on helping each other more on defense. We learned a lot in our first game against a team playing its third game.” Chasity Clayton scored two points for Creston in a 16-2 loss in the extra B quarter. Creston (14) — Heylee Shields 7, Kylee LaMasters 4, Kara Kinsella 2, Haley Wilson 1. Rebounds — LaMasters 5, Kinsella 3. Steals — Shields 5, Sydney Hartsock 3, Lexi Rounds 1, LaMasters 1. Nodaway Valley (43) — Alyssa

RATINGS: Continued from page 11A 8. Gavin Dinsdale, jr., Webster City; 9. Nolan Geerdes, jr., Central Lyon; 10. Austin Larkin, so., Independence. CLASS 1-A TEAM 1. Alburnett; 2. Woodbury Central; 3. Southeast Warren; 4. Clarion-Goldfield; 5. EddyvilleBlakesburg- Fremont; 6. Lisbon; 7. Wilton; 8. West Marshall; 9. Sumner-Fredericksburg; 10. Underwood. INDIVIDUALS 106— 1. Justin Portillo, jr., Clarion-Goldfield; 2. Brock Henderson, so., North Linn; 3. Brady Kyner, so., Southeast Warren; 4. Cooper Siebrecht, fr., Alta- Aurelia; 5. Tatem Bluml, jr., Oakland (Riverside); 6. Will Portis, so., Rockford; 7. Donny Schmit, fr., Wapsie Valley; 8. Gable Fox, fr., Don Bosco (Gilbertville); 9. Wyatt Crocker, fr., Logan-Magnolia; 10. Kurtis Krager, fr., OA-BCIG (Ida Grove). 113— 1. Drew West, so., Highland (Riverside); 2. Alex Thomsen, fr., Underwood; 3. Jeremiah Colon, jr., Mason City Newman; 4. Ben Moyer, so., Alburnett; 5. Kody Berg, so., Westwood (Sloan); 6. Ross Randall, so., West Marshall; 7. Eric Lenz, sr., Tipton; 8. Coleman Water, sr., Central Springs; 9. Jeremy Schmitz, so., Don Bosco (Gilbertville); 10. Gannon Cook, so., East Buchanan. 120— 1. Josh Portillo, jr., Clarion-Goldfield; 2. Bryce West, so., Highland (Riverside); 3. Briar Cochran, jr., Moravia; 4. Zach Ulven, sr., Westwood (Sloan); 5. Skylar Solko, so., Alta-Aurelia; 6. Craig Rice, sr., Southwest Iowa; 7. Blake Ealy, sr., English Valleys; 8. Shane Funk, sr., Woodbury Central; 9. Chase McLaughlin, so., Lisbon; 10. Kody Kugel, jr., Dike-New

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Davis 14, Clarissa Smith 12, McKynna Newbury 7, MyKynli Newbury 4, Naomi Daugherty 4, Kynna Young 2. Creston B (2) — Chasity Clayton 2. Rebounds — Brittany Linch 1, Abbi Hood 1. Steals — Linch 1, Clayton 1. Nodaway Valley B (16).

8th grade boys RED OAK — Kylan Smallwood scored 38 points as the Creston eighth-graders defeated Red Oak 48-32 Monday. “I was really impressed on how our kids were ready to play for their first game,” coach Scott Wagner said. “Bryce Fitzgerald and Kendall Crawford started the game strong for us and we led 14-4 after the first quarter, and 24-11 at half. Kylan Smallwood scored 24 points in the second half to help us

Hartford. 126— 1. Nick Williams, jr., Lisbon; 2. Lane Nichols, sr., Woodbury Central; 3. Christian Polley, sr., Tri-Center (Neola); 4. Jacob Hansen, so., West Fork (Sheffield); 5. Jacob Krakow, so., Iowa Valley; 6. Ryan Szalat, sr., Fort Dodge St. Edmond; 7. Tanner Greenwald, jr., Wilton; 8. Jake Wulf, jr., OA-BCIG (Ida Grove); 9. Sheldon Ealy, sr., English Valleys; 10. Cole Needham, sr., West Marshall. 132— 1. Carter Happel, jr., Lisbon; 2. Joel Haberman, sr., Clarion-Goldfield; 3. Logan Mays, sr., Wilton; 4. Trent Johnson, so., Dike-New Hartford; 5. Nick Mangrich, jr., Don Bosco (Gilbertville); 6. Dalton Nelson, so., North Butler; 7. Cody Brown, sr., EddvyilleBlakesburg-Fremont; 8. Austin Pontier, jr., Interstate 35 (Truro); 9. Dylan Schuck, so., SibleyOcheyedan; 10. Cooper White, so., West Marshall. 138— 1. Jeren Glosser, sr., Eddyville-BlakesburgFremont; 2. Hunter Washburn, sr., Alburnett; 3. JD Rader, sr., South Hamilton; 4. Jake Hunnerdose, sr., Southeast Warren; 5. Brad Kerkhoff, sr., Audubon; 6. Zach Keppy, sr., Wilton; 7. Cole Fox, sr., Don Bosco (Gilbertville); 8. Jacob Vogel, sr., Oakland (Riverside); 9. Drake Healey, sr., Iowa Valley; 10. Caleb Simacek, so., MansonNorthwest Webster. 145— 1. Blake Marolf, sr., Eddyville-BlakesburgFremont; 2. Conner Shulista, jr., Alburnett; 3. Blake Meyer, sr., Sumner-Fredericksburg; 4. Zach Axmear, so., English Valleys; 5. Luke Klingensmith, sr., Woodbury Central; 6. Jake Mulford, jr., Audubon; 7. Coleby Bratrud, sr., Northwood Kensett; 8. Chris Paulsen, jr., Don Bosco (Gilbertville); 9. Brady Charbonneau, sr., LoganMagnolia; 10. Garrett Saylor,

pull away. I was pleased at how well we were able to work together.” Creston won the B game 17-14 in overtime. “Zac Hague scored five points in overtime, including a critical 3-pointer to help lead our B team to victory,” Wagner said. “It was a close game throughout and I am extremely proud of how our players overcame adversity to come out with the win.”

Creston (48) — Kylan Smallwood 38, Bryce Fitzgerald 8, Kendall Crawford 2. Red Oak (32). Creston B (17) — Zac Hague 7, Sheldon Jones 4, Mark Waigand 3, Elyice Stow 2, Christian Gist 1. Red Oak B (14).

Camden Peterson scored 11 points. “Pretty good effort for our first game,” coach Mike McCabe said. “We certainly have plenty to work on offensively and defensively, but the kids played hard and with good energy.” Red Oak won the B game 9-8. Terry Hudgens scored four points. “I’m proud of these kids as they played the same seven kids that played the “A” game, and they more than held their own,” McCabe said.

RED OAK — Creston eighth-grade boys defeated Red Oak 36-11 Monday.

Creston (36) — Eli Loudon 14, Camden Petersen 11, Luke Latham 4, Austin Bloyd 4, Seth Christiansen 2, Jared Moreland 1. Red Oak (11). Creston B (8) — Terry Hudgens 4, Andy Mills 2, Spencer Lane 2. Red Oak B (9).

so., Sibley-Ocheyedan. 152— 1. Bryce Paul, jr., Alburnett; 2. Sawyer Amling, sr., Edgewood Colesburg; 3. Alex Mitchell, sr., Southeast Warren; 4. Trevor Smith, sr., Audubon; 5. Noah Bouse, jr., Okoboji; 6. Dakota Drenth, sr., HMS (Hartley); 7. Josh Hopkins, jr., East Mills; 8. Logan Peed, sr., South Central Calhoun; 9. Lane Boender, jr., SigourneyKeota; 10. Brady Schmidt, sr., Lake Mills. 160— 1. Cody Klingery, sr., Underwood; 2. Kegen Fingalsen, sr., Central Springs; 3. Caleb Wedeking, sr., North Butler; 4. Jacob Hoch, sr., Southeast Warren; 5. Noah Huber, jr, Hudson; 6. Bryce Oveson, so., Wilton; 7. Jared Johnson, jr., West Marshall; 8. Avery Nelson, sr., West Monona (Onawa); 9. Sal Arzani, jr., Interstate 35 (Truro); 10. Trent Kruger, so., Sibley-Ocheyedan. 170— 1. Dale Hilleman, sr., West Marshall; 2. Ryan Hageman, sr., South Winneshiek; 3. Gable Verschoor, sr., Woodbury Central; 4. Austin Lentz, jr., Ogden; 5. Trevor Pagel, sr., Sumner-Fredericksburg; 6. Riley Wohlers, jr., Logan-Magnolia; 7. Jordan Woodward, sr., Lisbon; 8. Daniel Bishop, so., Hinton; 9. Jeff King, sr., South Central Calhoun; 10. Mitch Chapman, sr., Tipton. 182— 1. Evan Hansen, sr., EHK-Exira; 2. Derek Kohlmeyer, sr., Sumner-Fredericksburg; 3. Austin Laabs, sr., Guthrie Center; 4. Jordan Challis, jr., Tipton; 5. Landers Kuboushek, jr., South Winneshiek; 6. Ryan Evne, jr.,

Jesup; 7. Adam Poduska, sr., North Cedar; 8. Zayne Barrett, sr., South Central Calhoun; 9. Nick Ross, jr., Ogden; 10. Slade Sifuentes, so., Lake Mills. 195— 1. Cash Wilcke, sr., OA-BCIG (Ida Grove); 2. Rylan Richardson, jr., South Central Calhoun; 3. Ty Schneider, sr., Southeast Warren; 4. Tyler Larson, sr., Nashua-Plainfield; 5. Hunter Johnston, sr, EddyvilleBlakesburg-Fremont; 6. Andrew Olsen, sr., Lake Mills; 7. Clayton Juhl, sr., North Cedar; 8. Brennen Grimm, sr., English Valleys; 9. Wilson Solorzano, sr., Panorama (Panora); 10. Zach Hickson,sr., Don Bosco (Gilbertville). 220— 1. Ryan Parmely, sr., Maquoketa Valley; 2. Clay Meinders, sr., AGWSR (Ackley); 3. Cale Crowder, sr., Guthrie Center; 4. Logan Reddick, sr., Wilton; 5. Tate Vandyne, sr., Southeast Warren; 6. Andrew Peterson, sr., Woodbury Central; 7. Robbie Carrothers, sr., Alburnett; 8. Matt Naig, so., Sibley-Ocheyedan; 9. Jared Brinkman, so., Iowa City Regina; 10. Colton Hansen, jr., Mason City Newman. Hwt— 1. Landan Paulsen, sr. ,Woodbury Central; 2. Joe Ricker, sr., Mount Ayr; 3. Cody Thompson, sr., Graettinger Terril; 4. Skyler Popham, sr. Clarksville; 5. Tim Butcher, jr., Mason Northwest-Webster; 6. Avery Jacobs, sr., New London; 7. Bryce Brown, sr., SigourneyKeota; 8. Luke Worden, jr., Belmond-Klemme; 9. Kyler Schott, so., North Linn; 10. Cole Jensen, jr., MVAO.

7th grade boys

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FREE 5 ½ ft metal ornament Christmas tree, purchased originally MCNEILL TREE SER- from Country Hearts, VICE. Topping, Trim- call JoAnn 641-782ming and Removal. Free 4522. Estimates, insured. Call David at 641-344-9052. LUGGAGE: 26-inch twosuiter Atlantic suitcase, CLASSIFIED OFFERS a sim- like new, with wheels ple solution...if you need a and retractable handle, new home, apartment, a pockets and compartbetter car or the services of ments, dark green, $40. Smaller matching an expert repairman. pieces with more wear, lower prices. 641-782Employment 7169 Behind the eight ball? Here’s your cue: Want Ads HOGAN IS HIRING! will work for you! Dedicated CDL-A Solo & Team Company Driver & Owner Operators. Up to Wanted $10,000 Sign on Bonus! More than Weekly WANTED Hometime. 866-357- VENDORS for December 13 7528 fundraiser. $15.00 setHOME TIME, Full/Part- up fee includes one tatime, flexibility to drive ble, limited to 8 venmiles and be home, Ken dors, call Creston AniPratt Trucking, 816- mal Rescue Effort, 858-3816. 641-782-2330.

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If interested please apply to: Mitzi Hymbaugh, Human Resources Ringgold County Hospital 504 North Cleveland Mount Ayr, IA 50854 641-464-3226 Or Online at rchmtayr.org Application Deadline: December 12, 2014. E. O. E.

Focus is currently seeking to hire qualified candidates for a full-time factory in Maryville, MO. We are looking for skilled, motivated and fast pace individuals that are ready for the challenge!

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Creston News Advertiser Wednesday, December 3, 2014

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

Mon. Dec. 15- 6:00PM Creston, IA. 3 BR 2 story home at 508 W. Adams. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill. Advertise your auction in the CNA Classifieds and we will include it in our “Auction Calendar.”

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Connections Area Agency on Aging has an immediate opportunity for an Options Counselor/Elder Rights Specialist at our Creston location. BS preferred but will consider experience equivalent. Must enjoy working with people, have reliable vehicle, have current driver’s license and insurance and be willing to travel. If interested, submit resume with cover letter to info@connectionsaaa.org

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Arts & Craft Extravaganza East Union High School

Saturday December 6, 2014 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Breakfast 8 – 10 am by Afton PEO Lunch 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. by Afton Community Club Photos with Santa 10 a.m. to noon by Joyful Sparks Preschool FREE Admission – Handicap Accessible – Over 40 Vendors Sponsored by Afton Community Club

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Christensen Farms is hiring Animal Care Workers near Leon, IA No experience required!

Shifts include afternoon and evening hours. 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. Starting wage for the Site Manager is $10.75, Training included!

Starting wage at $11.75/hr. with an increase to $12.80/hr. after 180 day training period. Duties include pig production tasks such as breeding, farrowing, giving vaccinations, feeding, and record keeping. Full time schedule with day hours. Excellent benefit package including health, dental, 401K, vacation, and much more!. Apply online at www.christensenfarms.com 1-800-889-8531

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Uptown Creston

CHS Inc., a Fortune 100 Company, has exciting career opportunities at our soybean facility in Creston, IA!

Maintenance Tech

Creston News Advertiser Classifieds are as good as gold!

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$18.50 for entry level. With experience negotiable.

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Pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check are required. Apply online at www.chsinc.com EEO/AAP Employer

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Property offers housing for Elderly (62 yrs. or older), handicap/disabled, regardless of age. Rental assistance available for qualified applicants Call 712-328-2222, ext. 13 TDD 1-800-IA Relay “This institution is an equal Opportunity provider & employer”

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.

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Join our Health Care Team RN House Supervisor

Supervises daily operations of the med/surg unit and emergency room. Assumes accountability for ensuring the delivery of safe, high quality, cost effective services consistent with the needs of the Hospital within budgetary guidelines. Reviews all admissions for appropriateness of the medical setting, medical necessity of extended stays, and medical necessity of professional services. Maintains awareness of applicable laws and/or regulations affecting areas of responsibility, and assures compliance. Promotes a positive, professional image both internally and externally. Maintains a healthy working relationship with local ambulance service. Takes an active role in community relations. Fulleducation/public Time - 36 hours per Current week RN license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa and certification in advance cardiac life support and Apply online at www.madisonhealth.com pediatric advanced life support required. Certification in trauma nurse core course required within one year of employment. Certified emergency nurse encouraged.

300 W. Hutchings St., Winterset, Iowa 50273

MCHCS is an equal Madison County Health Care System is anopportunity award-winning employer organization located just

a half hour southwest of Des Moines in picturesque Winterset, home of the Bridges of Madison County and The Birthplace of John Wayne. A modern facility boasts of up-to-date equipment and a staff dedicated to providing outstanding service. Excellent schools and a high quality of life can be found in Madison County. We provide a competitive and comprehensive compensation package including PTO, IPERS and a free on-site fitness facility for employees and their spouses.

Part Time – 48 hours per pay period Night Shift Position - 12 Hour Shifts, Rotating Weekends & Holidays

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Homestead Assisted Living and Memory Care is now hiring for

Part-time Day Shift Cook Dietary Manager Full-time Evening Shift Cook Candidates must enjoy working with older adults in a team environment. Flexible hours with competitive salary and benefit package available.

Please apply online at www.midwest-health.com/careers For any questions please contact Gloria Rink at 641-782-3131 or grink@homesteadofcreston.com Homestead is a drug free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.

Wages based on experience & education. The Industrial Nurse is given regular performance and salary reviews. Please stop by your nearest Workforce Development Center to fill out an application along with a summary of qualifications and work experience. Applications can also be picked up at Osceola Foods and mailed back to: Jared Lee, 1027 Warren Ave. Osceola, IA. 50213. Applications will be accepted from November 24, 2014 thru December 5, 2014 Osceola Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

MCHCS is an equal opportunity employer

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JOIN OUR TEAM! Iowa Select Farms has the following full-time, local job openings.

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

CDL Driver Iowa Select Farms has positions open for CDL Drivers responsible for transporting commercial hogs to market facilities. This candidate will be responsible for operating a semi-truck and trailer and following all safety, biosecurity and record keeping protocols. This position requires a Class A CDL with a clean driving record. Five days a week, home every day. $1,200 SIGN ON BONUS!

Manager-In-Training This is a full-time management trainee position available for individuals with swine experience. The Manager-In-Training program is a 16 month program that offers trainees the opportunity to gain experience in all phases of production and ultimately be placed as a sow, nursery or finishing manager within the Iowa Select Farms system.

Nursery Technician As a Nursery Technician, you will work as a team in the process of caring for newly weaned piglets to assure optimum productivity throughout the nursery phase. The candidate will monitor and evaluate the overall health of pigs and help with light facility repair and maintenance as needed.

Sow Technician Sow Technicians work as a team to provide daily care of sows and piglets at the worksite. This job will provide hands-on experience in many of the following areas: animal movements, breeding and gestation, farrowing, record keeping and farm maintenance. Starting salary of $28,000 and increases to $31,000 after just one year!

COMPETITIVE SALARY AND EXCELLENT BENEFITS! Apply online at apply.iowaselect.com, call Human Resources at 641-316-3251, or stop by 101 North Douglas in Afton to complete an application.

Iowa Select Farms is an equal opportunity employer.

1709 W. Prairie St., Creston, IA

Osceola Foods, LLC., a wholly owned subsidiary of a Fortune 500 Company is looking for a full time LPN/PM/PTA for our second shift (Monday-Friday). Applicants must have current state license or certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Paramedic or Physical Therapist Assistant. Successful candidates will work in our modern food processing facility located in Osceola, Iowa, and enjoy competitive wages along with a comprehensive benefit package. Osceola Foods’ benefit package includes medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans. Additional benefits include a 401k with company match, vacation, life insurance, and quarterly Pay for Performance Bonuses. This individual must have a valid driver’s license and excellent communication skills.

300 W. Hutchings St., Winterset, Iowa 50273

Creston Nursing & Rehab Center 1001 Cottonwood 641-782-8511 bhodge@careinitiatives.org www.careinitiatives.org

INDUSTRIAL NURSE (LPN/PM/PTA)

Computer Repair

Siding & Windows

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

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

Glass QUALITY GLASS CO. Automotive, home, business and farm. Commercial lock service and trailer sales. Hwy 34 East, in Creston 641-782-5155

Plumber

WESTMAN WINDOWS. Replacement windows tilt for easy cleaning and rebates bays, bows, sliders, etc. Any custom size and shape, 30+ years in Creston. I sell, service and install, for no-pressure estimate call Charlie Westman 641-782-4590 or 641-344-5523.

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 service ad here for $40 a month. Call 641-782-2141 ext. 6441

Storage SHARP’S SELF-STORAGE Boats, records, inventory, furniture. You store it, lock it, take the key. Industrial Park, Creston, 641-782-6227.

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Creston News Advertiser Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Watch the Creston Lighted Christmas Parade! Thursday, December 4 Parade starts at 7 PM Fireworks after the Parade Make sure you check out the Uptown Businesses before & after the Parade!

Patches & Pieces Quilt Guild

16th Annual

“Dancers in the Snowglobe”

Raffle Quilt 84x84 inches

Tickets $1.00 or 6 for $5.00

Comfort & Joy Quilt Show

218 N. Pine, Uptown Creston December 4, 2014 • 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Quilts & other Notions Creative Center

(before the Lighted Christmas Parade)

201 N. Elm St., Creston, Iowa

The Dance Boutique Open House

Thursday, Dec. 4 • 9 until after the Lighted Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 5th • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6th • 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Helping Dreams Come True sinCe 1979 – 3 Convenient Locations – Creston • Osceola • Mt. Ayr

$2.00 Admission or 2 cans of food for Food Pantry

641-782-7617

Profit to be donated to Greater Regional Medical Center Foundation for Cancer Patients. Drawing Dec. 6, 2014 at the end of the show.

Email - ltyleridance@gmail.com lesliesdance.net

Winter Spectacular Thursday, December 4th

We ’ r e O p e n !

5:30 - 8:30pm at The Lobby

Open until after the parade

301 West Adams • Creston

Free Admission

Over 20 vendors – Food available – Sandwiches, Christmas Candy, Cupcakes & More Start your holiday shopping with unique gift items!

Creston Chamber of Commerce presents 15th Annual Creston Holiday GiveAway 2014 November 28th thru close of business December 16th Drawing on December 17, 2014 • 10:30 a.m.

Handmade Holiday Boutique by local artists. Stop by Upper Crust December 4 after 6pm for a make and take craft.

Second chance drawing on January 5, 2015

2 Grand Prizes of $500 in Creston Bucks 5 Prizes of $100 in Creston Bucks

Open 6:30am til 8:30 pm Serving all menu items

There’s No Place Like Creston for the Holidays!

GiveAway Tickets are available at participating businesses.

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FOLLOWING THE LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE AT OUR ADAMS ST OFFICE

M-F 9am-3pm Lobby • M-F 8am-5pm Drive-Up SAT 8:30am-12pm Drive-Up

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December 4th (continued)

for the Holidays December 4th

December 4th - 7th & December 13 & 21, 2014 (Events Subject to Change)

Comfort and Joy Quilt Show 9 a.m. until after the parade Quilts & Other Notions Creative Center Festival of Trees 9 a.m. until after the parade American Home Design Center Ribbon Cutting Adams Street Espresso, 10 a.m. Quilt Block Walk in Uptown Businesses Santa & Mrs. Claus Arrive at the Depot 4:30 to 7 p.m., Pictures available for a fee Friends of the Library Model Railroaders Working at the Depot 4:30 p.m. to close Creston Arts: Gallery Open at the Depot 4:30 p.m. to close

Dancers in the Snow Globe Leslie’s Dance & Tumbling 4:30-6 p.m. ASP Soup Supper Depot 5:00-6:30 p.m. Caroling in Uptown Creston by SWCC Men’s & Women’s Basketball Teams 5:15 to 6 p.m. Caroling in Uptown Creston by The Union County Ministerial Alliance 6 to 7 p.m. Cider and Donut Holes at the Depot Lighted Christmas Parade, 7 p.m. Uptown Creston Fireworks after the Parade Iowa State Savings Bank Holiday Open House following the Parade, ISSB Uptown Location

December 5th Comfort and Joy Quilt Show 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Quilts & Other Notions Creative Center Festival of Trees 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. American Home Design Center Open House 10 a.m., Leslie’s Dance & Tumbling Quilt Block Walk in Uptown Businesses Crest Area Theatre Presents, The Regifters, 7 p.m., Performing Arts Center

December 6th Comfort and Joy Quilt Show 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Quilts & Other Notions Creative Center Festival of Trees 8 a.m. to Noon American Home Design Center Quilt Block Walk in Uptown Businesses Crest Area Theatre Presents, The Regifters, 7 p.m., Performing Arts Center

December 7th Joyful Noise Musical Concert 2 p.m. CHS Crest Area Theatre Presents, The Regifters, 2 p.m., Performing Arts Center

December 13th Santa at the Christmas Castle at the Restored Depot, 9 a.m. to Noon Model Railroaders Working at the Depot 9 a.m. to Noon CARE Craft and Goodie Boutique at the Depot 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

December 21st St. Malachy All School Christmas Concert 2 p.m. Performing Arts Center

For more information contact the Creston Chamber of Commerce,

641-782-7021 • www.crestoniowachamber.com • chamber@crestoniowachamber.com