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Iowa Legislature Clarke County DNR expected to OK officer makes ice rescue collective bargaining bill

By HILARY FERRAND OST news editor hferrand@osceolaiowa.com

OSCEOLA – Two men got on the ice at West Lake Friday morning. Only one safely made it back to his truck. If help hadn’t been close at hand, it’s doubtful the other would have made it home.

“Your local conservation officer is the hero of the day,” said Osceola Police Officer Gary Potter. “Michael Miller saved his life.

No doubt.”

Police Chief Marty Duffus said he wasn’t sure Osceola rescue services would have reached the man in time.

“I’m not sure how he even got out there,” said Duffus, as the ice had already receded back 15 to 20 feet from the shoreline.

Miller, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conservation officer for Clarke and Decatur counties was driving by West Lake when he saw the two men setting up on the lake.

DES MOINES (AP) — The Republican-controlled Iowa Legislature is moving to approve a bill that would cut most collective bargaining rights for public sector employees.

The bill is scheduled for floor debate Tuesday in

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Pictured is West Lake in Osceola Friday afternoon. Clarke and Decatur County DNR Officer Michael Miller pulled a man from the freezing waters of West Lake Friday after he fell through the ice.

“I was surprised that people were out there. I was also surprised at how far they were out,” said Miller.

“People here hadn’t been out ice fishing for at least five days.”

The young men, who had

Polk County plates, said they had gone out over the dam. Miller told them to get off the ice, and about 10 feet from shore, one of them fell through into frigid water.

“It was an intense five

minutes,” said Miller. “He said he was losing feeling in his hands and his hands were hurting.”

Miller was able to get a rope to the man, and with ICE | 2A

the House and Senate, one week after it was made public. Republican lawmakers fast-tracked the legislation amid growing protests at the state Capitol. Hundreds turned out Monday night for CBA | 2A

Iowa State students mull ‘sanctuary campus’ decision AMES (AP) — The Iowa State student senate will consider a resolution Wednesday that would ask university President Steve Leath to have the university declared a “sanctuary campus.”

The Iowa City Press-Citizen reports that the proposal calls on Leath to try to ensure “that all students, without documentation of citizenship or otherwise, be ISU | 2A

Checkmate Chess club to be offered monthly at the library ■

By BAILEY POOLMAN CNA staff reporter bpoolman@crestonnews.com

Gibson Memorial Library has a new addition to its programming in the form of a chess club.

The club’s inaugural meeting is 4 p.m. Thursday at the library.

“We want to raise our numbers of kids, youth, during the school year,” said Director David Har-

grove. “We have a pretty good turnout for the summer reading program and such, but we’ve been do- Hargrove ing our best to find new programming during the winter for kids.”

The club will meet at 4 p.m. the third Thursday of every month at the library.

There is no age restriction, and several chess sets will be provided.

“This is an activity that includes people of all ages,” Hargrove said. “I’m hoping this will be a good opportunity to forge some inter-generational bonds and show that the library is a place where folks of all ages can make meaningful connections.”

While the word has been spread around the local schools and library, Hargrove said he hopes to see between 12 and 20 people in attendance.

“My hope is that we’ll CNA photo by BAILEY POOLMAN have a good turnout for the This chess set is one of several purchased for Gibson Memorial Library’s new chess inaugural meeting, but I club, which will have its first meeting 4 p.m. Thursday at the library. The club will meet CHESS | 2A

monthly to play chess, with no age restrictions. Library Director David Hargrove hopes to have between 12 and 20 participants the first night.

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DEATHS ly later moved four miles west to Cromwell, where Janet grew up. She graduated from Cromwell High School in 1961 where she was active in sports and music. She also was a member of 4-H, raising and successfully showing her Hereford calves. Jan attended the University of Iowa, where she was a drummer in Scottish Highlanders.

She married Robert Uhler in 1964 and they had two children, Michael and Kristen. Together they owned and operated the Mall Mobil Service station in Iowa City. She was employed as the office manager at McGurk-Meyers Motors for many years, and in 1987, began working for the University of Iowa doing accounting for the food service at the Iowa Memorial Union. She retired in 2002.

Janet married Bruce Lanik on May 10, 1986, in Coralville. She was a big fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Cubs, and en-

Coralville

Janet Kay Lanik, 74, died peacefully Sunday, Feb. 12, at home surrounded by her family after a long, hard fought battle with cancer.

A graveside committal service and visitation will be held later this spring at Lensing Oak Hill in Coralville with the time and date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Iowa C i t y H o s pice or the Susan G. Lanik Komen Breast Cancer Foundation c/o PO Box 167, Iowa City, IA 52244.

Janet was born Dec. 31, 1942, in Creston, the daughter of Frederick “Fritz” and Ruth Coffman Franklin. The fami-

Benton

Bob Haley, 70, and Linda Haley, 67, both of Benton, died Friday, Feb. 10, 2017, at their home in Benton in a house fire.

Joint services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, at United Baptist Presbyterian Church, Highways 2 and 169, in Mount Ayr, with the Rev. Haley Mike Maddy officiating. Burial will be in Benton Cemetery in Benton, where military honors will be given Haley to Bob by U.S. Navy Honor Guard and Ringgold Post No. 172 American Legion. Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m.

Wednesday at Armstrong Funeral Home, 205 W. Monroe St., in Mount Ayr with the family present from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorials are to the

Janet Ferree Creston

Janet Ferree, 73, of Cres-

family to be decided. Online condolences may be left at www.armstrongfh.com.

Robert Faye Haley, son of James Calvin and Dorotha Olive (Lane) Haley, was born Sept. 21, 1946, in Creston. Bobby grew up in Benton. He graduated from Mount Ayr High School in 1965 and joined the Navy, where he was deployed to Vietnam serving as a storekeeper with the rank of SK2.

Linda Gayle (Ferguson) Haley, daughter of H.T. and Leola (Lockwood) Ferguson (Shaw), was born Oct. 7, 1949, in Ruston, Louisiana. Linda grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, attending Glenn Vocational High School. After high school, Linda married Roger Morris and Cynthia Deanne was born. They divorced, and Linda and Syndi moved to New Orleans, Louisiana.

On Oct. 14, 1968, Bob and Linda were married.

The family moved to Creston, but eventually settled in Mount Ayr, where Bob was a district lineman for Iowa Southern Utilities which became Alliant Energy.

Through the years, Linda was a housewife and even became a certified caregiver for many of the local children. In 1982, Linda and Bob purchased the Southside

joyed watching the Cubs win the World Series.

Jan was an avid duplicate bridge player; she played two or three times a week.

She earned the Life Master designation from the American Contract Bridge League.

Janet is survived by her husband Bruce and children, Kristen Uhler and her fiancé, Paul Smith, of Pleasant Shade, Tennessee, and Michael (Brandy) Uhler of Iowa City; six grandchildren, Breanna, Jayden, Kaylee, Jaylyn, Darian and Kenadee; her siblings, Joyce (Craig) Jones of Mitchell, South Dakota, and Jone (Bill) Snyder and Fred (Joyce) Franklin, both of Creston; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents and beloved grandparents, Floyd and Nellie Franklin.

Online condolences may be sent to www.lensingfuneral.com.

ton died Monday, Feb. 13, Powers Funeral Home, junc2017, at her home in Creston. tion of highways 34 and 25, Services are pending at in Creston.

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would specifically prohibit those discussions, though a key GOP lawmaker says there may be changes to the bill.

Republicans say the legislation will give local officials more flexibility with budgets.

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it gives you a more sophisticated understanding of the game and culture, in addition to becoming a stronger player,” Hargrove said. “It’s a great paraeducational activity. It teaches critical thinking, it teaches social skills. It teaches problem solving and it has a very rich history.”

am committed to hosting this activity for the long term because it’s dear to my heart and it’s something that the community can really benefit from in a number of ways,” Har-

limit cities, counties and public universities from enacting policies that creCONT. FROM | 1A ate “safe havens” for people living in the country given equal opportunity without legal permission. admission.”

University officials said The Legislature is con- after November’s presisidering a bill that would dential election that they

will continue to offer support to all students regardless of immigration status. But they also said Leath has no authority to declare the campus a sanctuary and must abide by the Iowa Board of Regents policies.

grove said.

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help from his friend, they pulled him to safety.

“Probably the place I really helped them the most was getting them off the water,” said Miller, as tempera- Miller tures rose to 61 degrees on Friday. “If they’d stayed out two or three hours longer ...”

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Tavern. The bar was sold in 1992. Linda also spent time working at the Neighborhood Center and hospice.

Bob and Linda are survived by their children, Syndi (Jim Weaver) Noble of Winterset, Rebecca (Joao) de Araujo of Tustin, California, and Bobby (Cora) Haley of Creston; Linda’s sister Judy Jackson of Benton; brother Ronnie (Loretta) Ferguson of Birmingham, Alabama; step-brother Claude Mann of Dallas, Texas; Bob’s sisters, Joan (Donnie) Stringham of Benton and Mary Jane (Ernie) Garrett of Diagonal; grandchildren, Dakota (Nick Shoman) Noble of Des Moines, Christopher (Heather Edrozo) Noble of Winterset, Breanne Haley of Creston, Nathaniel, Christopher and Kaylee Wells of Creston, Emily Edrozo of Winterset and soon-to-beborn great-granddaughter from Dakota Noble; accepted grandchildren, Jayden, Chloe, Abby Jo, Kenley and Brylee, children of niece Megan (Tracy) O’Neill of Clarinda.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents and step-brothers, Carl, Larry and David Mann. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and sister Julia Ann (Donnie) Stephens.

Iowa’s collective bargaining law currently ensures roughly 180,000 public workCONT. FROM | 1A ers such as teachers, nurses and correctional officers can a public hearing.

Procedural moves in both negotiate over issues includlegislative chambers could ing health insurance, extra pay and grievances. The bill take hours.

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portant,” he said. “Once you fall in the ice, you don’t have anything to grab on to.”

Buddy systems are essential but so is safety gear.

New styles of flotation vests and retractable ice picks make it easy to stay protected.

Finally, said Miller, who is also an experienced ice fisherman from up north

by Lake View, if you fall through the ice, once you get out, exit using the same path you used to get on the water.

“You always want to try to get out the direction you came,” said Miller. “That other direction might be worse.”

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Janet Lanik

Bob and Linda Haley

DNR press release, ice fishing is no longer recommended for the southern third of the state. Miller encourages enthusiasts to head to the northern parts of the state, and even then, to keep a watchful eye on conditions.

“That good, clear, early ice is best,” said Miller, noting how dangerous thawing and refreezing can be. “Top water on top of the ice starts chewing its way in. You might have ice, but it’s not good ice.”

Miller also had tips for surviving a fall through the ice.

“Number one, wearing a flotation device is important. Having ice picks is im-

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Got it: Jaxon Cave, 3, of Creston watches a basketball drop into the hoop at the Head Start

table during Rumble Tumble held Monday evening at Southern Prairie YMCA. Rumble Tumble is an annual event for local children to experience things like sports and coloring, while parents gain information concerning various organizations children can participate in.

Iowa State could lose thousands on sale of president’s plane An airplane that nearly cost Iowa State University President Steven Leath his job has more bad news: a lower-than-expected sale price.

Contradicting his claim two months ago that the sale should turn a profit, the university now expects to lose tens of thousands of dollars unloading the Cirrus SR-22 it purchased for Leath’s travel 2 1/2 years ago. Leath has faced months of scrutiny over revelations that he damaged the plane in a hard landing and used it for dozens of questionable flights,

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Driving tests on Wednesday mornings by appointment.

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

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

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

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Agenda includes: 7:30 a.m.

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Police

Dustin Ray Kilgore, 37, 1503 N. Lincoln St. Apt. 6, was charged with fifth-degree theft 8:56 a.m. Feb. 7 at Hy-Vee. According to a Creston Police report, Kilgore concealed items upon his person and passed through the final point of sale at Hy-Vee, 600 Sheldon St. Kilgore was released on promise to appear. —————— John Michael Burgoyne, 39, 314 1/2 N. Sycamore St., was charged on a Union County warrant for violation of a no-contact order 10:27 a.m. Feb. 7 at Union County Law Enforcement Center.

According to a Creston Police report, Burgoyne made contact with two female victims. According to one female victim, on Jan. 27, she was receiving phone calls from a restricted number. She did answer one, identified Burgoyne’s voice on the call and recorded the phone call. Over several days, the female received several calls and got several messages from different numbers, but could tell Burgoyne was trying to contact her. Burgoyne also called and texted the second victim, and those calls and texts were saved.

Burgoyne was released on promise to appear. —————— Michael Fry, 57, 900 N. Oak St., was charged on a Union County warrant for failure to serve sentence on an original charge of driving while barred 6:45 p.m.

Feb. 7 at the intersection of North Vine and East Howard streets.

Fry was being held until court-ordered sentence is served.

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TOPS 116, 9:30 a.m., United Church of Christ Congregational, 501 W. Montgomery St. Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, noon to 5 p.m., 308 W. Union St. Friends Helping Friends Bereavement Support Group, 3 to 5 p.m., Homestead Assisted Living private dining room, 1709 W. Prairie St. AA, 5:30 p.m., Crossroads Mental Health Center, 1003 Cottonwood Rd. Open meeting.

Southwest Iowa Dancers Jam Session, 6 to 9 p.m., Chicken Inn, 3 miles west of Creston on Hwy 34.

Thursday

Super 8 Club, 1 p.m., Regency Park.

Celebrate Recovery (a Christcentered 12-step program), 6 p.m., Crest Baptist Church, 1211 N. Poplar St. Southwest dance jam and pot luck, 6 to 9 p.m., Villisca Community Center.

—————— Michael Johns, 39, 1009 N. Division St., was charged on a Union County warrant for violation of parole 6:07 a.m.

Wednesday at 508 S. Birch St. Johns was being held on no bond. —————— Jacob Ransom Gryder, 20, 1501 W. Townline St. Apt. 4, was charged on a Union County warrant for failure to appear on an original charge of operating while intoxicated 11:03 a.m. Thursday at Union County Law Enforcement Center.

Gryder was being held on $1,000 bond. —————— Kristen Leah Oliphant, 26, 404 N. Cherry St., was charged with trespassing 8:22 p.m. Friday at her residence.

According to a Creston Police report, Oliphant entered Wal-Mart, located at 806 Laurel St., after being notified her return would be considered trespassing.

Oliphant was served with an indefinite ban from the property Sept. 5.

Oliphant was released on promise to appear. —————— Kyle Duane Hoadley, 27, 404 N. Cherry St., was charged with trespassing 8:22 p.m. Friday at his residence.

According to a Creston Police report, Hoadley was walking around Wal-Mart, located at 806 Laurel St., after being served with a notice in November that said he was not to be back on the property indefinitely.

Hoadley was released on promise to appear. —————— Clay Ryan Pettit, 33, 314 N. Division St., was charged with simple domestic assault 10:15 p.m. Friday at his residence.

According to a Creston Police report, Pettit and a female victim got into an argument and he hit the female in the back of the head with a broom. The female then threw the broom at a door and broke glass.

Pettit was released on $300 bond. —————— Joshua Lee Palmer, 28, 310 S. Maple St., was charged with disorderly conduct, public intoxication and interference with official acts 2:11 a.m. Sunday in the 300 block of West Adams Street.

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Palmer kept yelling at individuals outside a business on West Adams Street. Palmer was notified several times to stop and calm down; however, he failed to listen to officers’ commands to stay back and be quiet. Palmer had a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his person and refused DataMaster testing.

Palmer was released on $300 bond. —————— James Franklin Randolph, 26, of Columbus, Ohio, was charged with disorderly conduct, public intoxication and interference with official acts 2:11 a.m. Sunday in the 300 block of West Adams Street.

According to a Creston Police report, officers responded to a report of multiple fights outside a business on West Adams Street.

Upon arrival, Randolph was charged. Randolph was intoxicated in public while instigating a fight and interfering with official acts by not complying with officers while resisting arrest.

Randolph was released on $300 bond. —————— Stephanie Marie Giesken, 39, 600 S. Bureau St., and Nicholas Edward Giesken, 35, 604 N. Poplar St., were each charged with interference with official acts and violation of a protection order 11:50 p.m. Sunday at Stephanie’s residence.

According to a Creston Police report, officers received a request for a welfare check on Nicholas. The caller said he was with Stephanie earlier in the evening and was supposed to return home in Chariton, but had not arrived yet. It was known by officers there was a previous protection order between them. Officers verified the order to be valid prior to arriving at the residence.

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las’ whereabouts and said he wasn’t there. She allowed officers to check the residence and officers found Nicholas hiding in the basement.

Stephanie was being held in Ringgold County Jail for Union County awaiting bond hearing and Nicholas was being held in Union County Jail awaiting bond hearing. —————— Coleen Denton of Greenfield reported her 1993 Cadillac Deville was taken at approximately 11:30 p.m.

Feb. 6 from the 400 block of New York Avenue.

The vehicle was recovered 7:50 p.m. Feb. 7 in the 800 block of West Adams Street.

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Information, 4;11 p.m., Monday, Myrtle Street.

Vandalism, 4:26 p.m., Monday, East Taylor Street.

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Inspiring and challenging the nation’s future leaders in science and technology Buzzers, not bells, rang in the New Year for thousands of middle- and high-school students all across the U.S. That’s because they pitted their math and science knowledge, and their reflexes, against one another in regional competitions of the Department of Energy’s 27th National Science Bowl.

Lenox High School had one of the teams competing in the regional competition Saturday, Jan. 28, at Ames Laboratory on Iowa State University Campus in Ames.

The competitions started in January, with four students from each team facing off in a fast-paced, question-and-answer format. The winning team from each of the 48 middle- and 68 high-school regions will compete in the National Finals, held in Washington, D.C., from April 27 to May 1.

At the finals, winning teams can score exciting adventure trips to Alaska and national parks across the country to learn first-hand about science in the field, as well as trophies, medals and supplies for their schools’ science departments.

But to many, the ultimate prize simply would be the prestige of winning the National Championship.

Today, the NSB draws more than 14,000 middle- and high-school competitors. Approximately 265,000 students have faced off in the NSB finals since the first competition in 1991. The knowledge that former NSB competitors have acquired, and, more importantly, the habits of study

they’ve learned along the way, have led them to success in a variety of fields. Many have become researchers; others are science and math professors at some of our some of the nation’s most prestigious universities.

While those career paths might seem intuitive, the math and science knowledge students need to be successful in the NSB also can lead to successful careers in other fields.

The 2017 NSB competitors will follow in the footsteps of previous NSB contestants, and will blaze a trail for students in science, math and engineering for the next quarter-century.

NSB is a nationwide academic competition that tests students’ knowledge in all areas of science and mathematics. Middle- and high-school student teams from diverse backgrounds are comprised of four students, one alternate and a teacher who serves as an advisor and coach. These teams face-off in a fast-paced question-and-answer format, being tested on a range of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, Earth and space science, physics, energy and math. The U.S. DOE’s Office of Science manages NSB, and sponsors the NSB finals competition.

DOE’s Office of Science is the single-largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States, and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. For more information, visit science.energy.gov.

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Love and hate HOLLYWOOD – God bless America, and how’s everybody?

Barack Obama was shown on TV kite-surfing behind a speedboat in the warm ocean water off Sir Richard Branson’s private island in the Bahamas on Friday. The cameras showed Obama laughing, smiling and enjoying himself. That could change when he tries to re-enter the United States.

The Huffington Post gave a rave review to the FXX comedy “You’re the Worst” for its hilarious groundbreaking scenes dealing with a female character’s depression. Humor and sympathy can help out any condition.

Think about poor Hillary, Valentine’s Day and President’s Day in the same week.

Valentine’s Day was a bonanza for retailers this year with Americans spending $20 billion on flowers, candy and gifts. It’s an efficient time of the year.

Valentine’s Day is followed by

Topical humor Argus Hamilton

President’s Day, which honors politicians, so we pretty much cover love and hate in less than a week.

The Democratic Party released a special email offer for students Friday. The Grammys, which aired on Sunday, will be followed in two weeks by the Independent Spirit Awards, followed by the Oscars. If you watch all three, that’s up to 10 hours of lectures which can be applied to college credits.

The White House accused the media of making up news to try to undermine Donald Trump’s presidency. The mainstream media is doing all it can to nail him. Last week, CNN denied fake news claims, after report-

ing that Queen Elizabeth will become president after Trump’s impeachment.

“Saturday Night Live” enjoyed big ratings from its weekly lampooning of President Trump.

He’s also gold for late-night talk show hosts. On Friday, Trump shook hands with Japan’s prime minister on the front steps of the White House and welcomed him to the World Famous Comedy Store.

President Trump ripped Nordstrom for dropping Ivanka’s fashion line, just like Harry Truman once offered to slug a Times music critic who panned his daughter’s singing. That was close. We all knew Trump was going to have a Harry Truman moment and we’re just lucky it was only this one.

President Trump decided not to appeal the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that upheld the stay on his ban on immigrants from terror states, and in-

stead will simply re-write the order. The 9th Circuit is easily the nation’s most left-wing federal court. They recently ruled that the Romanovs had it coming.

Tom Brady said Tuesday he’s confident he’ll get his Super Bowl jersey back from whoever swiped it last weekend. He had better be careful. O.J. Simpson also thought it’d be no problem getting his stolen jersey back and today O.J. is the Jackie Robinson of the prison’s Aryan Nations Softball League.

Cruise Lines magazine reports Holland America and Royal Caribbean cruise lines are trying to recruit more minority passengers. However, African-Americans are justifiably wary about accepting invitations to go on a luxury ocean cruise. They say they’re not falling for THAT one again.

The University of Delaware announced the school will honor its alum Joe Biden by dedicat-

ing a new building on campus to house the new Joe Biden Institute. It’s quite an impressive structure. The building is four stories tall and in Joe Biden’s honor the elevator doesn’t go all the way to the top.

Republicans ripped the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that limits a president’s right to ban enemy aliens Thursday.

Some things never change. The Klan is a bunch of guys in white robes who scare black people, and federal judges are a bunch of guys in black robes who scare white people.

The Chief Justice of Brazil’s Supreme Court Thursday called for the legalization of marijuana and cocaine in Brazil. Marijuana makes you giddy and hungry while cocaine gives you the sensation of power, invincibility and certitude. If marijuana gives you the munchies, cocaine gives you the Nazis.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR It’s an honor to honor our nation’s veterans From Thomas Hawks, director

Union County Veterans Affairs

This past month, the youth in Creston were able to experience something that many of today’s youth will never know. They had the pleasure and honor to participate in a fundraislng effort to support a very meaningful trip to Washington, D.C., for some of our country’s veterans.

The project was sponsored by the Creston High School FBLA members and their adviser, Shannon Smith. In just about two months time, they organized and completed this fundraiser and were able to

raise more than $7,700 for the Union County honor flight program.

This amount will pay for costs to send 10 Union County veterans on an honor flight May 6 to Washington, D.C. Words cannot express my deep gratitude for their efforts, but I wish to thank the FBLA members, Shannon Smith, all the kids that raised money in the coin wars, sponsors at the wrestling meet, people who purchased T-shirts for the cause, any others who donated to this effort and the Creston Community School Board who endorsed this project.

Thank you, thank you, thank you and thank you to the veterans who sacrificed a portion of their lives in service to their country.

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Iowa has one of the highest quality, lowest cost health care systems in the United States.

And at the heart of that system are 118 community hospitals that stand ready, day and night, to serve everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. A significant reason for health care excellence in Iowa has been state oversight of institutional health care services through the Certificate of Need law.

Iowa’s Certificate of Need regulations were first enacted in 1977 for the express purpose of providing for the orderly and economical development of health care services, thereby avoiding unnecessary duplication of services, controlling the growth of overall health care costs and ensuring the stability of community hospitals. Since that time, these regulations have been re-examined multiple times and each time the same conclusion was reached: Iowa needs Certificate of Need.

As the name implies, Certificate of Need ensures that new medical services are truly needed at the community level. This is important because new facilities, including nursing homes,

ambulatory surgical centers and hospitals, among others, must have sufficient patient volumes to support proficiency among medical staff and ensure high-quality care. The same applies to existing facilities, yet without Certificate of Need, new, for-profit facilities would spring up all over the state and deplete patient volumes across the board.

Not only would this compromise the quality of care for everyone, but these new facilities would target lucrative lines of medical service while not providing emergency care, charity care and other unprofitable services that are at the core of the community hospital mission. If Iowa’s community hospitals are left with only unprofitable services and only care for complicated patients who are on Medicaid or uninsured, their ability to survive and continue providing high-quality, community-focused care to everyone will be jeopardized.

In fact, repeal of the law in other states has led to hospitals closing. Furthermore, nearly all of these states have instituted a different review process that is highly politicized.

One of Iowa’s greatest strengths is its health care system. Not only do Iowa’s health care providers deliver excellent,

accessible and efficient care, but health care employs more than 200,000 people, injecting some $11 billion into the state’s economy. More than 71,000 of these workers are employed by hospitals, which alone have an economic impact of $4.3 billion.

Certificate of Need, which exists in 36 states, not only ensures the stability of these major employers and economic engines, but it also supports the collaborative spirit that fosters communication and cooperation among Iowa health care providers, which, again, leads to better health care for everyone.

Today, with the uncertainties surrounding the future of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), Iowa’s Medicaid program and even Medicare, the constancy of Certificate of Need is more important than ever. During this time of significant change in the health care industry, the stability provided by this law allows hospitals to more confidently plan and respond to the needs of the communities they serve.

In all parts of the state, Iowans depend on their community hospitals being there all day, every day. That level of access and preparedness is jeopardized by those who would significantly change or repeal Certificate of Need.

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HINTS FROM HELOISE Price must be right for renewal

HOROSCOPE For Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is an upbeat day to deal with members of the general public. It’s also a good day to enjoy the company of partners and close friends. Enjoy!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)Co-workers will be supportive of you today, because everyone is in a good mood.

Work-related travel is likely.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) This is a fun day for sports events, playful activities with children, the arts, social occasions and romance. Whatever you do will expand your day in a fun-filled way.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The earlier part of this day is excellent for real-estate deals.

This also is a wonderful time to entertain at home. Invite the gang over!

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) This is a positive day for those who are in sales, marketing, writing, teaching or acting, because you really are on your game! All Leos feel upbeat and positive.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) This is a good day for business and commerce because you’re not afraid to think big. A positive attitude with great expectations almost always will yield good results.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Today the Moon is in your sign, lined up with lucky Jupiter.

This makes you generous and sympathetic to others. You feel optimistic and willing to help wherever you can.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)You might put your needs second today to help someone who is in dire straits. You will do this because it feels rewarding to do the right thing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) You’ll enjoy hanging out with others today, especially in clubs, teams and classes. There’s a strong sense of camaraderie with others, especially if you are working for a common goal.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Your enthusiasm for something will impress bosses, parents and VIPs today. They see your positive attitude as an asset, and they are willing to bet on you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This is a good day to make travel plans because you are enthusiastic about what is possible. You’re not afraid to think big and reach for

the impossible.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)You can benefit from the wealth and resources of others today, which is why gifts, goodies and favors will come your way. Just ask and ye shall receive.

YOU BORN TODAY You are imaginative and spontaneous.

You love a pleasant surprise.

This year, something you’ve been involved with for about

nine years will end or diminish to make room for something new. Although this is a year of service to others, it also is a great year to travel. Get ready for a fresh, new cycle waiting in your future!

Birthdate of: Joy Mangano, inventor/entrepreneur; Susan B. Antony, activist; Zachary Gordon, actor. (c) 2017 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Dear Heloise: I enjoy a few MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTIONS and have continued to renew them for many years.

My frustration is when I receive a paper bill for a subscription that’s about to expire that shows a higher cost to renew than the postcard in the recent issue offering a mail-in or an online subscription price that is lower.

I have called to get the best renewal price. I never get an explanation why the prices are so varied.

Thankfully, the magazines have always given me the lowest price. – Melissa, via email It can be confusing, so do check prices. You can call and usually get the best price. I recently did so, and the agent was helpful and gave me a really good twoyear deal for a very, very low price. Please take note that if paying by credit card, your account may be set up for automatic renewal. – Heloise P.S. If the agent is helpful and nice, let a supervisor know!

NO BUGS! Dear Heloise: I love to garden, but get nervous about insects, especially spi-

ders, when storing gardening gloves during the winter.

Looking around the garage one day, I noticed old, metal coffee cans that my husband was saving. I grabbed one, tucked two pairs of gardening gloves in and sealed it with the lid.

Now when I pull out the gloves in the spring, no worry about spiders or other insects hiding in them. Also, I know exactly where to find my gloves when I need them! – Sylvia P., Port Isabel, Texas HOSPITAL READING Dear Heloise: My mother recently spent a few days in the hospital. As an avid reader, she had a book with her to keep her entertained.

However, she also had a roommate, and my mother confided in me that she did not feel she could read as late as she liked because it might bother her roommate. So, I ran to the store and bought a book light that my mother could attach to the book at night. This kept both women happy! – Janice W., Hammond, Ind. How considerate of your mother! Generally, there is a curtain between the beds that should block the light, but a small reading light is a

nice courtesy. – Heloise BRING BOOK Dear Heloise: I always carry a book or magazine in my car, purse or bag. When you have an appointment (doctor or other), you never know how long the wait will be. And don’t get me started on what could be on the reading materials provided in the waiting room.

With my own book, brought from home, I know it’s only my germs I need to worry about! Also, no pages are missing once I start reading an article. – Patsy K. in New Jersey HAND MIRROR Dear Heloise: I placed an attractive hand mirror in the powder room so guests easily can check the back of their hair. It is an appreciated addition. – Carol G., Westlake Village, Calif.

Send a money-saving or timesaving hint to Heloise, P.O. Box 795000, San Antonio, TX 78279-5000, or you can fax it to 1-210-HELOISE or email it to Heloise(at)Heloise.com. I can’t answer your letter personally but will use the best hints received in my column. (c)2017 by King Features Syndicate Inc.

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The spot the Drake women’s basketball team occupies in this week’s Associated Press women’s college basketball poll.

The Bulldogs are ranked for the first time since Dec. 3, 2001 and the 12th time in program history. Drake is the first MVC team to be ranked since Wichita State was on Feb. 11, 2014.

Coach Jennie Baranczyk’s team stands at 20-4 overall and 13-0 in Missouri Valley Conference play after wins this past weekend over Bradley and Illinois State.

Drake is off to the best-ever statrt in MVC history.

The Bulldogs are back on the court Saturday at Indiana State.

Drake returns to the Knapp Center on Feb. 24 against in-state rival Northern Iowa, wtih tip off set for 7 p.m.

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Academic honor PELLA — For the second year in a row, Central College basketball player Colby Taylor, senior from Creston, was named to the Division III Academic All-District Eight men’s basketball team presented by the College Sports Information Directors of Ameri c a (CoSIDA).

T o Taylor be eligible for consideration, a student-athlete must be a starter or key reserve at the varsity level and achieve a 3.30 or better cumulative grade point average (4.00 scale).

Taylor is an actuarial science major with a 3.41 GPA. A first team all-Iowa Conference selection in 2015-16, Taylor is Central’s leading scorer with 19.4 points per game. He also leads the team with 7.8 rebounds per game and is also averaging 2.5 assists per game. He leads the conference in scoring and is third in rebounds.

Taylor had 23 points and 10 rebounds on senior day Saturday but Simpson College defeated the Dutch 82-71 at Kuyper Gym. Central (12-11 overall, 6-8 Iowa Conference) plays its home finale Wednesday at 8 p.m against Buena Vista.

Sprint placings GRINNELL — Junior sprinter Kate Patton of Murray placed fourth in the 60-meter dash (8.04) and fifth in the 200 meters (26.77) for Central College at the Darren Young Classic on Saturday.

One week earlier at the Patton Wartburg Select, Patton was on the 4x400-meter relay that placed fifth in a season-best time of 4:0512.

Others on the unit were freshman Paige Doermann of Lone Tree, sophomore Lynzie Miller of Des Moines Lincoln and sophomore Hope Heitman of Clayton Ridge High School.

A pair of competitions await the Dutch next weekend as they host the Central Invitational Friday night and a select group will take part in the Iowa Open on Saturday.

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SWCC MEN’S BASKETBALL

Perfect run ends for Spartans SWCC looks to rebound Wednesday

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By RYAN KRONBERG CNA sports editor rkronberg@crestonnews.com

CEDAR RAPIDS — Southwestern Community College’s men’s basketball team faced a spot it has not been in very often this season in Saturday’s Iowa Community College Athletic Conference game at NJCAA Division II 12thranked Kirkwood.

The NJCAA Division II top-ranked Spartans fought back from a double-digit deficit on multiple occasions and still had an opportunity to keep their record unblemished.

But Kirkwood’s Ethan Meeker hit a three-point basket with 2.1 seconds

left to give it a 78-75 win at Johnson Hall.

Southwestern trailed by three with 20 seconds left and called its final timeout.

Lorensen told the players to take the best available shot, whether it be a two or a three. Jordan Johnson was fouled driving to the basket. He made the first and missed the second.

Jamil Maddred grabbed the rebound and made the putback to tie it at 75-75.

Kirkwood pushed the ball up the court. The Eagles found a shooter in the corner. The Spartans made a good defensive effort, but the shot went in.

Southwestern was playing uphill most of the game.

Kirkwood established a double digit lead in the first half, but Southwestern cut it to four at halftime, 45-41.

Kirkwood again pushed the lead to the nine to 11 point range for most of the

second half. “ W e scratched a n d clawed, got back,” s a i d S o u t h - Lorensen western coach Todd Lorensen. “Unfortunately, they made one more play than we did.”

Southwestern faced a deficit like that for the first time this season.

There’s still plenty of positives the Spartans can take from its stiffest test of the season to date.

“From my perspective, going on the road against a really good team and a really good program, to do something as far as getting down double digits multiple times, fighting back and giving ourselves a chance to win, I feel really good about the guys and the effort they

gave.”

Southwestern’s efforts were hampered by poor shooting from downtown and at the free throw line.

The Spartans were 3-of-19 from three-point range and 14-of-21 at the free throw line. Two of those misses at the line were on front end of one-and-ones.

Lorensen noted there was also a couple areas the Spartans could have done better at.

Practices leading up to Wednesday’s non-conference tussle with Central Community College (Neb.) will be crucial.

“It’s not the end of the world,” Lorensen said. “For us to shoot as poorly as we did as a group and still have to force them to make a shot at the end, I feel good about that. We’ll come back to the drawing board, refine and get better.”

Central comes at a good

time for the Spartans.

“It’s good to have a non-conference game, have a few days to rebound for conference play,” Lorensen said.

Brodric Thomas, Maddred and KeShawn Wilson each had 12 points to lead the Spartans. Alijah Thomas added nine points off the bench.

UP NEXT — Southwestern (23-1) steps out of league play for the final time this season hosting Central Community College (Neb.) at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday as part of a women’s and men’s doubleheader.

SW (75) 41 34 KR (78) 45 33 Southwestern — Brodric Thomas 5 1-1 12, Jamil Maddred 5 1-3 12, Jordan Johnson 3 1-3 7, Calvin Chambers 1 4-4 6, KeShawn Wilson 6 0-0 12, Alijah Thomas 4 0-0 9, Lavon Hightower 2 2-3 6, Khallid Edwards 2 3-4 5, Malachi Canada 2 2-3 6. Three-point baskets — 3 (B. Thomas, Maddred, A. Thomas). Rebounds — 35 (B. Thomas 10, Hightower 7). Assists — 4 (Johnson 2), Steals — 6 (B. Thomas 3). Fouls — 17. Fouled out — none. Technical fouls — none.

PANTHER BOWLING

Creston girls third at Hawkeye 10 meet

By KALEB CARTER

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CARROLL — The Creston/Orient-Macksburg bowlers competed at the Hawkeye 10 championships Friday in Carroll and at Shenandoah Saturday.

The girls team finished third at the conference meet and the boys finished last despite bowling around its average score for the year.

Four Panthers on the girls squad bowled a series of above 300.

Laura Weis (350), Alex Miller (334), Livi Hartman (324) and Kimberly Orr (311) placed, in respective order, fifth, seventh, nine and thirteenth with each of them but Orr placing individually.

It was a competitive day teamwise for the girls, who headed into round two tied with Red Oak. The Tigers and Denison-Schleswig overtook the Panthers in Bakers.

Red Oak bowled a 2,463, Denison-Schleswig notched a 2,446, and Creston/O-M put up a 2,368.

“On the girls side, it was a very exciting run from the start to the finish,” Pendegraft said. “After the first game of round one we were in a dead even tie with Red Oak for the lead. After the second game we

Contributed photo by JERRY HARTMAN

The Creston/O-M girls varsity bowlers from Friday’s Hawkeye 10 meet in which the girls squad placed third. Front row from left, Livi Hartman, Jordan Swedlund and Alex Miller. Top row, Cassey Batten, Kim Orr and Laura Weis.

were in second place, down only 42 pins to Red Oak going into the Baker round, having shot the best round one of the year for us with a 1604.

Zac Hague’s two-game series of 384 earned him a 10th place individual finish on the boys’ side.

“Our boys once again shot their average, scoring 2115 pins,” Panther coach Ron Pendegraft said. “This was a good score for our kids but the competition was very strong this year and because of that we finished last in the field.”

SHENANDOAH — Saturday, the Panthers missed the presence of several bowlers to illness and other school, activities.

Johnathan Seals and Isaac Jacobson bowled the two high series’ of 311 and 287. Shenandoah shot 2,742 on the day to Creston’s 2,117.

In the girls matchup, the Panthers stayed close until the Fillies put up a final game score of 208.

“With Laura and Livi missing from the lineup, Tommie O’Neall and Sophie Schuler stepped in and didn’t miss a beat,” Pendegraft said.

Cassandra Batten bowled a high-series of 382. Kim Orr bowled a 335 and Alex Miller shot a 325.

The Panthers bowl at regionals at The Great Escape in Des Moines today (Tuesday) “As always, it comes down to who is able to adapt to the lane conditions for the day,” Pendegraft said. “The way we have been bowling over the past few meets gives me a feeling we will do well.

The most encouraging aspect of our game lately has been our ability to pick up spares. This past weekend we had our highest percentage of spare conversions and I would expect it to continue through our regional.”

PREP WRESTLING

Southwest Valley’s Lundquist, Newton to state

By RYAN KRONBERG

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UNDERWOOD — Southwest Valley wrestlers Teagan Lundquist and Bryce Newton each had a few nervous moments at Saturday’s Class 1A District 7 wrestling tournament in Underwood.

Both had lost in their championship matches.

Then they sat and awaited the results of the third place matches.

If the wrestlers they defeated in the semifinals won, the Timberwolves would be assured two participants at the state tournament.

Both Lundquist and Newton saw the results they wanted, securing their spots at state.

It was a big day for the Southwest Valley program.

Saturday marked the first time since 2014 that Southwest Valley has had a wrestler at state. That year, Kallan Lundquist Schmelzer and Zach Barton reached state, with Schmelzer advancing to the Class 1A title match at 160 pounds.

Saturday’s strong showing at districts indicates the season the Timberwolves are enjoying.

“We’ve had a decent year,” said Southwest Valley coach Jason Wetzel. “We’re not a team that’s real flashy, that people talk about too much, but we’ve won a couple of tournaments.

We’ve got a couple guys to the state tournament.”

“We’ve got things on track. We finished with

14-15. If we keep the numbers out, keep some guys out, we’ll continue to do good things.”

Lundquist started out with a pin in one minute, 59 seconds over Clarinda Academy’s Dalton Rose.

“He got a front headlock, snap to a nearside cradle. He almost had it, then he got a double arm bar and pinned him with a second left,” Wetzel said. “He felt pretty happy he didn’t have to go to the second period.

Newton had to work around some trouble against Riverside’s Denton Hendricks.

“We knew the kid was going to come looking for the head and arm,” Wetzel said. “We got through it once, avoided getting thrown. He worked on top, got him turned once.

Newton In the second period, he went neutral. Bryce was able to do what Bryce does.”

Lundquist ran into Underwood star Alex Thomsen in the final. Thomsen rolled to a 19-4 technical fall win.

Then he awaited the result of Rose’s match against Adair-Casey/Guthrie Center’s Gabe Rowley in the third place match.

Rose was losing into the second period, but then turned Rowley over for the fall.

Newton was pinned by Adair-Casey/Guthrie Center’s Kade Suhr for the third time this year.

Newton awaited the result of Riverside’s Denton Hendricks’ match against Clarinda Academy’s Walker Hollenbeck.

Hendricks was trailing 9-2 and was put in a cradle, but rolled through it and pinned Hollenback.

When Newton saw that, his excitement was noticeable.

“Bryce just about jumped through the ceiling,” Wetzel said.

Newton’s progress to being a state qualifier shows how far he’s come.

“As a freshman, he didn’t win 10 matches,” Wetzel said “He’s stuck with it, improved over four years, put himself in position to win matches and qualify for state. That’s nice to see.”

Lundquist family lineage, his hard work wrestling most of the year has paid off.

“Teagan’s dad was a four-time state qualifier, so he knows all about wrestling,” Wetzel said.

“Teagan’s a kid that goes around and wrestles at all sorts of tournaments. He wrestles eight, nine months out of the year. He’s a natural in what he does. We’re pretty excited.”

Both have everything to gain come Thursday at Wells Fago Arena.

“Upsets happen all the time,” Wetzel said “Kids on paper that shouldn’t lose do. If we did everything on paper, then why have the tournament. That’s the best thing about the tournament.”

Their goals are set high in Des Moines.

“It used to be the goal to get to the state tournament, then I had an assistant who said that’s going to change,” Wetzel said. “It’s not getting to state, but placing at state. Getting to state is not enough. Now you need to place. You can set that goal even higher.

“That’s what we look to do.”

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MIDDLE SCHOOL WRESTLING

Creston middle school wrestling results STAFF REPORT

Jan. 24 Red Oak Red Oak (RO), Bedford-Lenox (B-L) Atlantic (ATL) Creston (CR) Bryan Erp (RO) pinned Nate Wells (CR) 1:09; Justin Parsons (CR) pinned Michael Gomez (B-L) 1:56; Chase Sandholm (RO) 1:23; Ethan Follman (ATL) pinned Chase Lovely (CR) 1:00; Corbyn Vicker (CR) pinned Austin Smith (B-L) 0:46; Tristan Barncastle (CR) dec. Jaxson Bell (ATL) 4-2; Conner Travis (CR) dec. Andrew Kennan (B-L) 4-2; Kaden Bolton (CR) pinned Garrett Green (B-L) 15-0; Seth Stephenson (ATL) dec. Gage Skarda (CR) SV 6-4; Tyson Stuart (CR) dec. Wyatt Redinbaugh (ATL) 5-1; Chris Wells (CR) pinned Dominick Brittian (RO) 1:27; Colin Mullenix (ATL) dec. Briley Hayes (CR) 5-2; Kolby Hulett (CR) dec.

Kadin Stuztman (ATL) 7-0; Hunter Walter (CR) pinned Drew Skartvedt (ATL) 1:45; Steele McLaren (ATL) dec. Garon Wurster (CR) 2-1; Andy Weis (CR) pinned Dawson Marshall (B-L) 1:02; Justin Parsons (CR) pinned Chase Sandholm (R) 2:35; Ethan Follman pinned Isaac Shields (CR) 1:55; Garrett McLaren (ATL) dec. Corbyn Vicker (CR) 5-4;

CNA photo by SCOTT VICKER

Creston/O-M Middle School wrestler Briley Hayes works for nearfall points against West Central Valley’s Cael Carl during their match on Feb. 2 in Creston.

Conner Fitzgerald (B-L) pinned Jarrett Webb (CR) 1:00; Tristan Barncastle (CR) pinned Dawson Stream (B-L) 1:40; Joe Weaver (ATL) maj. dec. Conner Travis (CR) 10-2; Bryan Erp (RO) dec.

Kaden Bolton (CR) 8-2; Seth Thompson (ATL) pinned Tyson Stuart (CR) 0:59; Adam McElwain (CR) dec. Wyatt Redinbaugh (ATL) 10-6; Colin Mullenix (ATL)

CNA photo by SCOTT VICKER

Creston/O-M Middle School wrestler Logan Osterhout tries to turn Interstate 35’s Josh Sandusky for back points after getting a takedown during their match on Feb. 2 in Creston.

pinned Chris Wells (CR) 0:53; Kadin Stutzman (ATL) dec. Briley Hayes (CR) 4-1; Steele McLaren (ATL) dec. Keaton Street (CR) 3-0; Garon Wurster (CR) dec.

Korey Parrott (ATL) SV 6-4; Adam McElwain (CR) dec. Wyatt Redinbaugh (ATL) 6-4; Andy Weis (CR) pinned Tony Daleske (B-L) 1:23; Isaac Shields (CR) pinned Michael Gomez (B-L) 1:28; Seth Stephenson (ATL) dec. Nate Wells (CR) 5-2; Kolby Hulett (CR) dec. Steele McLaren (ATL) 2-0; Keaton Street (CR) pinned Korey Parrott (ATL) 2:53; Jackson Kinsella (CR) maj. dec.

Payton Fewson (ATL) 22-10; Jarrett Webb (CR) pinned Austin Smith (B-L) 1:50; Hunter Walter (CR) pinned Drew Skartvedt (ATL) 1:00; Joe Weaver (ATL) pinned Gage Skarda (CR) 1:02.

1-31 Harlan Glenwood (G), Harlan (H), Creston (CR) Chase Lovely (CR) maj. dec.

Brandon Williamson (H) 14-1; Lucas Musich (H) pinned Tristan Barncastle (CR) 2:30; Owen Monson (H) maj. dec. Jarrett Webb (CR) 9-1; Alex Monson (H) dec. Ethan Freeman (CR) 12-8; Kaden Bolton (CR) pinned Mason Malcom (G) 0:41; Adam McElwain (CR) dec. Zander Hayes (G) 8-5; Nate Wells (CR) pinned Joe Evans (H) 1:52; Cayden Kramer (H) pinned Tyson Stuart (CR) 1:30; Mitch Mayberry (G) pinned Briley Hayes (CR) 1:00; Chris Wells (CR) pinned Brandon Birks (H) 3:41; Kolby

Hulett (CR) pinned Drew Gill (G) 2:20; Joseph Fah (H) pinned Hunter Walter (CR) 3:30; Keaton Street (CR) dec. Juan Sherry (G) 6-1; Andy Weis (CR) pinned Hayden Hoffman (G) 1:55; Justin Parsons (CR) pinned Jacob Radford (G) 2:44; Isaac Shields (CR) pinned Brandon Williamson (H) 0:36; Chase Lovely (CR) pinned Jason McClure (H) 1:01; Corbyn Vicker (CR) dec. Lucas Musich (H) 4-3; Owen Monson (H) pinned Ethan Freeman (CR) 1:00; Dalton McKinley (H) pinned Tristan Barncastle (CR) 1:10; Adam McElwain (CR) pinned Elijah Scheffler (H) 1:25; Nate Wells (CR) dec. Abby McIntyre (G) 9-2; Tyson Stuart (CR) pinned Logan Beeman (H) 1:07; Chris Wells (CR) pinned Cayden Kramer (H) 0:39; Briley Hayes (CR) pinned Devin Fink (H) 0:56; Kolby Hulett (CR) maj. dec.

Mitch Mayberry (G) 17-5; Jesse Schwery (H) maj. dec. Hunter Walter (CR) 8-0; Garon Wurster (CR) dec. Juan Sherry (G) SV 4-2; Jackson Kinsella (CR) pinned Grant Ramsey (G) 1:50; Justin Parsons (CR) pinned Jason McClure (H) 15-0; Isaac Shields (CR) pinned Jacob Slaughter (G) 19-2; Lucas Musich (H) pinned Chase Lovely (CR) 1:37; Corbyn Vicker (CR) dec. Joey Moser (H) 9-2; Alex Monson (H) maj. dec.

Jarrett Webb (CR) 12-1; Kaden Bolton (CR) pinned Tyler Boldra (G) 2:32; Abby McIntyre (G) dec.

Adam McElwain (CR) 10-4; Briley Hayes (CR) pinned Zander Hayes (G) 1:59; Nate Wells (CR) dec.

Brandon Birks (H) 7-4; Tyson Stuart (CR) dec. Joseph Fah (H) 6-5; Garon Wurster (CR) dec.

Drew Gill (G) 5-3; Hunter Walter (CR) dec. Reed Boardman (H) 7-4; Jackson Kinsella (CR) maj. dec. Eli Monson (H) 15-5; Andy Weis (CR) pinned Cole Lewis (G) 1:07.

2-2 Creston meet Interstate 35 (I35), West Central Valley (WCV), Clarinda (CL), Winterset (W), East Union (EU) Southwest Valley (SWV) Round One Andy Weis (CR) dec. Ricky Snell (I35) 6-0; Justin Parsons (CR) dec. Blake Freese (I35) 5-3; Isaac Shields (CR) pinned Ashton Worrall (I35) 0:52; Chase Lovely (CR) maj. dec. Anthony Frye (I35) 9-0; Jarrett Webb (CR) pinned Owen Harwood (WCV) 1:12;

Corbyn Vicker (CR) dec. Jake Porter (W) 10-9; Kale Downey (CL) dec. Tristan Barncastle (CR) 6-3; Ethan Freeman (CR) pinned Braden Avila (SWV) 1:45; Kael Forsyth (W) maj. dec. Conner Travis (CR) 10-2; Kaden Bolton (CR) dec. Tristan Palmer (I35) 5-4; Gage Skarda (CR) pinned Aaron Chandler (I35) 1:06; Dominic Nicolas (SWV) dec.

Adam McElwain (CR) 11-7; Tyson Stuart (CR) dec. Ray Brown (WCV) 7-3; Cael Carl (WCV) dec. Briley Hayes (CR) 9-4; Kolby Hulett (CR) pinned Evan Woosley (I35) 2:48; Garon Wurster (CR) pinned Reilly Hoven (W) 0:10; Drew Belden (WCV) dec. Hunter Walter (CR) 7-0; Jackson Kinsella (CR) pinned Kellis Patterson (W) 0:32; Andy Weis (CR) pinned Nick Hauge (I35) 3:50; Nate Wells (CR) pinned Damon Hayes (EU) 1:00; Round two Jensen Kaldenburg (W) maj. dec. Justin Parsons (CR) 10-2; Isaac Shields (CR) pinned Dylan Wells (WCV) 0:14; Chase Lovely (CR) dec. Blake Freese (W) 6-2; Corbyn Vicker (CR) dec.

Michael Mayer (CL) 7-0; Trsitan Barncastle (CR) pinned Jake Porter (W) 3:50; Jarrett Webb (CR) maj. dec. Braden Avila (SWV) 11-0; Ethan Freeman (CR) pinned Zander Pullen (CL) 1:42; Kale Downey (CL) dec. Conner Travis (CR) 5-2; Kaden Bolton (CR) maj. dec. Kael Forsyth (W) 9-0; Tristan Palmer (I35) dec.

Gage Skarda (CR) SV 4-2; Adam

McElwain (CR) pinned Aaron Chandler (I35) 2:36; Dominic Nicolas (SWV) dec. Tyson Stuart (CR) 3-2; Kolby Hulett (CR) pinned Cael Carl (CL) 1:58; Evan Woosley (I35) maj. dec. Briley Hayes (CR) 16-5; Chris Wells (CR) pinned Ray Brown (WCV) 1:14; Hunter Walter (CR) pinned Brant Allen (W) 1:58; Keaton Street (CR) pinned Reilly Hoven (W) 1:26; Jackson Kinsella (CR) pinned Dugan Tolley (W) 3:17; Andy Weis (CR) dec. Caleb Hobart (I35) 4-2.

Round three Justin Parsons (CR) pinned Dylan Wells (WCV) 1:05; Blake Freese (W) dec. Isaac Shields (CR) 4-1; Jensen Kaldenburg (W) pinned Chase Lovely (CR) 1:20; Kale Downey (CL) dec. Corbyn Vicker (CR) 7-1; Jarrett Webb (CR) maj. dec. Chase Darst (I35) 17-6; Tristan Palmer (I35) maj. dec. Tristan Barncastle (CR) 11-0; Ethan Freeman (CR) pinned Travis Allen (W) 2:58; Chase Baker (I35) pinned Conner Travis (CR) 1:00; Kaden Bolton (CR) Aaron Chandler (I35) 1:11; Dominic Nicolas (SWV) pinned Gage Skarda (CR) 1:39; Adam McElwain (CR) Raw Brown (WCV) (No Score); Tyson Stuart (CR) pinned Lane Bregar (EU) 1:53; Chris Wells (CR) dec. Brant Allen (W) 5-3; Hunter Walter (CR) pinned Kobe Baudler (WCV) 1:45; Keaton Street (CR) pinned Cole Ridnour (CL) 1:24; Jackson Kinsella (CR) maj. dec. Curtis Jacobe (I35) 16-4.

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Creston/O-M eighth-grader Jackson Kinsella earns back points during his match with Winterset’s Kellis Patterson on a recent afternoon in Creston before pinning Patterson in the first period during their match on Feb. 2 in Creston.

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Lost & Found

SWCC indoor track starts off season strong STAFF REPORT

MOUNT VERNON — On Jan. 21st, the Southwestern Community College men’s and women’s track and field teams traveled to the 2017 Cornell Invitational in Mount Vernon.

Younis Bese, Sisillia Seavula, and Kebrea Parker earned second, third, and fifth place finishes respectively in the 60-meter dash. Seavula then went on to finish first in the 200-meter dash with a time of 26.89.

On the men’s side, Jeremy Newton and Ronald Henderson each earned two top six place finishes: Newton, in the long and triple jumping events, and Henderson, in the long and high jumping events. Both Newton and Henderson achieved new personal records in the long jump with leaps of 6.20 and 6.28 meters respectively.

In the distance events, Kevin Dietrich had team-leading performances in both the one mile run and the 3,000 meter run. Dietrich’s most notable performance came in the 3,000 meter run in which he finished third with a time of 9:54.75 In the overall team rankings, the women finished sixth of six teams, with just five Spartans collecting a total of 42 points after 16 scored events. The men ranked fifth of six teams, besting Rockford with 43 total points.

“The tame weather that we’ve had this winter has allowed us to train outside without any limitations. I am proud of the mentality that my student-athletes have Strofaci maintained,” said Southwestern coach Jordan Strofaci said. “It may be 30 degrees and cloudy,

but in my mind it is a beautiful sunny and 75 degree day. It is all about perspective, and not allowing the things that you cannot control, take control of you.”

Travels to BVU STORM LAKE — On Jan. 28 Southwestern traveled to the 2017 Dennis Young Classic hosted by Buena Vista University in Storm Lake.

The highlight of the day came in one of the first events of the meet, the high jump. Ronald Henderson took first place while competing against a plethora of NAIA division level competition. Henderson also qualified for the NJCAA Division I Indoor National Championships with a jump of 2.00 meters. Henderson will represent Southwestern in Pittsburg, Kan., at Pittsburg State University on Saturday, March 4.

The Spartan female sprinters continued their hot start. In the 60-meter dash, Younis Bese and Sisillia Seavula earned first and second place finishes respectively. Seavula then went on to finish first in the 200-meter dash with a season-best time of 26.64 seconds.

A Southwestern school record was broken in the 1,000 meter run. Jalen Two Leggins clocked in at 2 minutes and 47 seconds. The previous record was 2:49.00 In the overall team rankings, the women finished eighth of 11 teams, tallying 31 points after 19 scored events.

The men ranked 11th of 11 teams with 13 total points.

“We left the Dennis Young Classic with a few injuries that really limited our performance on both the men’s and women’s sides. We will focus on rehabbing this week and getting key athletes back on the track,” Strofaci said.

At Grinnell GRINNELL — On Feb.4th, Southwestern traveled to the 2017 Grinnell College Indoor Invitational hosted by Grinnell College.

The Spartans made their presence known early in the meet when freshman, and Ohio native, Ronald Henderson, took first place in the high jump. Henderson set a new meet record jumping 2.06 meters (6 feet and 9 inches). The previous record of 2.00 meters was set in 2015. Henderson improved his national ranking as he prepares to represent the Southwestern Spartans in Pittsburg, Kan. at Pittsburg State University on Saturday, March 4th.

Sisillia Seavula has shown no sign of slowing down as she maintained her impressive season on Saturday.

Seavula earned first and second place finishes in the 60 and 200 meter dashes respectively. Seavula improved her 200 meter dash time from 26.64 seconds to 26.27 seconds, which broke the Fiji national record for the indoor 200 meter dash.

Dietrich, Two Leggins, Peterson, and Esser set a new record in the 4,000 meter distance medley relay. Kevin Dietrich then went on to set a new record in the 5,000 meter run.

In the overall team rankings, both the men and women finished 10th of 14 teams, the men totaled 32 points after 18 scored events. The women scored 18 total points.

“This was definitely our best performance as a team,” Strofaci said. “We were just out there having a lot of fun representing Southwestern and cheering each other on. We are beginning to reap the benefits of all our training, and we are in a great position to peak for the regional meet.”

SWCC WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Spartan women take two of three

By KALEB CARTER

CNA sports reporter kacartrer@crestonnews.com

Spartans win narrowly at Simpson INDIANOLA — Southwestern fell behind by double digits early on the road against Simpson’s junior varsity team last Thursday, but the Spartans righted the ship and won 62-60 thanks to a late driving bucket by Julanie Carter. “ W e didn’t have the right focus and approach to the Houston game,” Southwestern coach Addae Houston said about the Spartans’ play at the start.

Fallyn Beemer and Yaasmyn Spivey were the ones to step up with 15 and 11 points respectively.

Julanie and Maleika Carter, as well as Spivey, all each had three assists.

Houston went largely with his second group in the sec-

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Eight straight SIOUX CITY — The 18th-ranked (NAIA) Briar Cliff men’s basketball team extended its win streak to eight g a m e s Saturday with an 83-74 victory over Concordia on senior day at the Wolfe Newman Flanagan Center.

Jay Wolfe of Creston had three steals, five points and four rebounds for Briar Cliff, which travels to crosstown rival Morningside Wednesday night at 8 p.m.

Condordia fell to 18-9 overall and 7-8 n the GPAC,

ond half due to their strong play on the defensive end.

“Totally a different story.

Night and day,” Houston said.

The Spartans had to attempt 38 three’s to make 10 and shot 35.3 percent from the floor (25-of-68) in all.

Falls to number one CEDAR RAPIDS — Offense wasn’t hard to come against NJCAA top-rated Kirkwood, but defensively, the Southwestern Community College women’s basketball team just couldn’t match up with number one.

The Spartans fell in conference action at Kirkwood 93-71 despite making nearly half of their shots from the floor and above 43 percent from beyond the arc.

“We shot the ball well that night,” Houston said.

“When we shoot the ball well, we can stick with anybody.”

Chelsi Sams helped get the Spartan offense started with three treys in the first quarter and five overall on her way to 17 points. Julanie Carter and Beemer both added 15 each. while the Chargers improved to 22-6 overall and 12-4 in league play.

Qualifying meet LAMONI — Kruz Adamson of Creston is one of seven Graceland Adamson University wrestlers ranked in the top six of the most recent NAIA Central Qualifying Group.

Adamson is ranked fifth in the Central Region at 125 pounds. Last week Truman State defeated the Yellowjackets in dual action, 21-14.

Truman’s J.J. Dorrel defeated Adamson 7-3 in the 125-pound match.

The season continues Saturday at the NAIA qualifier meet in Des Moines hosted

by Grand View University.

“They’re talented, they’re deep,” Houston said. “The way we played in the first half was good enough (to win) had we continued to play like that.”

Kirkwood never scored less than 22 points in any q u a r t e r Sams and hit 24of-28 free throws to dispatch Southwestern Saturday.

“What it really came down to was we didn’t do that well in the third quarter,” Houston said.

Deleyah Harris and Simone Goods combined for 41 points as the Eagles shot 52.9 percent from the floor.

Spartans spoil Simpson’s night again Southwestern once against defeated the Simp-

son junior varsity squad, but this time at home on Monday by a score of 62-56.

Fallyn Beemer’s 16 points led the way and Julanie Carter scored 10. Beemer has scored at least 15 points in each of her last t h r e e games.

U P N E X T — Southwestern ( 1 4 - 1 0 , Beemer 3-5) hosts Southeastern (17-8, 5-3) Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

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

All voting aye, motion carried.

MINUTES: Motion by Riley and seconded by Brown to approve the minutes from January 31, 2017. All voting aye, motion carried.

Monday arrived at 9:05 AM. OPEN FORUM: Lennie Thompson expressed concern about the roads in Union County.

NEW ENGINEER RESOLUTION #15 FY 16/17: Motion by Riley and seconded by Monday to approve New Engineer Resolution #15 FY 16/17. BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Union County, Iowa that Zach Gunsolley, the County Engineer of Union County, Iowa, be and is hereby designated, authorized, and empowered on behalf of the Board of Supervisors of said County to execute the certification of completion of work and final acceptance thereof in accordance with plans and specifications in connection with all Farm-to-Market and Federal or State aid construction projects in this County. Roll Call Vote: Monday, aye; Riley, aye; Brown, aye; motion carried.

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BUDGET WORK SESSION: Union County Board of Supervisors worked on fiscal year 2018 budget.

ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 12:00 PM. ATTEST: SANDY HYSELL, AUDITOR BY: DENNIS BROWN, CHAIRMAN BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

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Sunday, Feb. 19- 11:00AM Creston, IA. Downsizing Public Auction of Antiques, Collectibles, Primitives & Misc. for Andy & Chris Fredricksen. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Brandon Frey.

Sunday, Feb. 26- 10:00AM Creston, IA. Antiques/Primitives, Seasonal Items, Furniture, Misc. for Nellie Kretz.

Auctioneers: Tom Frey, Darwin West, Brandon Frey.

Saturday, March 4- 11:00AM Corning, IA. Tools & Misc., Lawn Tractor, Polaris 4 Wheeler, Tractors, Combine & Heads, Grain Handling Equip., Grain Truck, Farm Misc. for Don & Phyllis Reineke.

Auctioneers: Tom Frey, Darwin West, Steve Bergren, John Shuler, Brandon Frey.

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Hourly Rate: $19.50 to $24.00/hour Ferrara Candy Company offers Paid Time Off, & 401K with company match, & competitive benefits package including medical, dental, & vision.

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crawling around on all fours, barking like a dog and meowing like a cat; if the thought of telling stories in pirate and fairy voices makes you smile; if you have no problem taking a break from your princess tea party to change a dirty diaper; and if you find happiness in knowing that your nurturing and caring attitude is helping shape the minds of young children... then we’ve got a job for you!

Candidates preferred to have working knowledge or experience working with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, power transmissions, lubrication, pumps, pipe rigging, mechanical maintenance, operation of shop machines, use of work-related tools, combustion, motors, schematics and print reading, basic AC and DC theory. Applicants must pass Ferrara Candy Company mechanical skills test.

Seeking a trustworthy and honest individual for a casual registered nurse position in the Creston office.

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Madison County Health Care System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Stampers Treasure Trove Studio “The little red house across from the fire station” Hours 1 PM to 5 PM M-F (other times by appointment) Hand painted china & framed artwork

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Creston News Advertiser | Tuesday, February 14, 2017

Wilson anniversary card shower planned

Adele wins top Grammys during Sunday ceremony, but pays tribute to Beyonce In an extraordinary moment between the music industry’s top female artists, Adele beat Beyonce for three of the top Grammy Awards — then said her competitor deserved at least one of them.

The Grammys featured memorable performances by the likes of Bruno Mars and A Tribe Called Quest, big victories by Chance the Rapper and David Bowie, and some unusual flubs Sunday, but they were overshadowed by Adele’s triumph and how she responded.

The Recording Academy did nothing to calm criticism that black artists are overshadowed in major awards by more conservative white musicians.

Adele’s “Hello” won Grammys for song and record of the year and its creator flashed pride: she called it “my favorite song I’ve ever done.”

Her win for album of the year was more of a surprise.

“25” was a commercial smash but Beyonce’s “Lemonade” won wider acclaim as an artistic statement. In tears, Adele thanked the academy for the award and poignantly talked about reclaiming a bit of herself after having difficulties with motherhood. Then she addressed Beyonce, praising “Lemonade” as monumental, beautiful and soul-baring.

“The reason I felt I had to say something was my album of the year is ‘Lemonade,’” Adele said backstage later. “She is my icon of my whole life.”

She told of practicing a Spice Girls song for a school assembly growing up in Britain until her friends turned her on to Beyonce’s singing on the 1997 Destiny’s Child song “No No No.” “It’s her time to win,” Adele said. “My view is kind of what the (expletive) does she have to do to win album of the year? I felt this album showed another side to her that we haven’t seen and I felt blessed to be brought into that situation.”

If that’s how Adele felt, many Grammy Award critics are likely to chime in.

One prominent black artist, Frank Ocean, did not submit his work for Gram-

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my consideration this year and criticized the academy for giving its top album award to Taylor Swift over Kendrick Lamar last year.

Kanye West and Drake did not attend the Grammys this year.

Beyonce won two Grammys and her visually arresting performance of “Love Drought” and “Sandcastles” won acclaim Sunday.

Perhaps sensing it would be her last chance, she took the time to explain her thoughts behind “Lemonade” upon winning the Grammy for best urban contemporary album.

“My intention for the film and album is to create a body of work that would give voice to our pain, our struggles, our doubts and our history, to confront issues that make us uncomfortable,” said Beyonce, who is pregnant with twins.

Blue Ivy, her 5-year-old daughter with Jay Z, was a scene-stealer in her own right as she wore a Prince-inspired outfit in the audience.

She slipped into a crowd of musicians when Grammys host James Corden replicated a “carpool karaoke” skit.

As usual, the Grammy show was heavy on performance. As is less usual, there were a couple of flubs that reminded the audience it was a live telecast.

Adele called a halt to her George Michael tribute, asking the band to start “Fastlove” again. “I can’t mess this up for him,” she said and apologized to the

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Kurstin. Chance the Rapper won three awards, including the coveted best new artist trophy. He also beat Drake and West to win best rap album, becoming the first streaming-only album to win a Grammy.

Bowie, who died of cancer in January 2016, won each time he was nominated for “Blackstar,” his critically praised final album.

The awards laid bare how Bowie has been neglected by the Grammys throughout his career. He won a lifetime achievement award in 2006 but before that, his only victory was for a “Blue Jean” video in 1985.

Musician Donny McClaskin, who worked on “Blackstar,” said Bowie had gotten wind before he died that the press thought highly of the disc.

“He was very pleased with how it came out artistically,” he said backstage. “I was very surprised that he’d only won one Grammy for a video.”

Twenty One Pilots won best pop duo/group performance for the hit “Stressed Out.” They removed their pants when accepting the award — an odd reference to when they watched the Grammys at home in Ohio in their boxers during prefame days.

Sturgil Simpson, an album of the year nominee overshadowed in that category by Adele and Beyonce, won best country album for “A Sailor’s Guide to Earth.”

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audience. She was warmly applauded at the end by fellow musicians, most of whom could relate to rough moments onstage.

One of Adele’s Grammy statues appeared to break onstage when she accepted it. But by the time she took photos backstage, she had five intact Grammys.

During Lady Gaga’s energetic pairing with Metallica — showing a tough girl side that wasn’t on display during her Super Bowl halftime show — duet partner James Hetfield’s microphone malfunctioned and he couldn’t be heard for two verses. He kicked the mic stand over and angrily threw his guitar when the song was done.

Mars had two show-stopping numbers, his own “That’s What I Like” and a blistering Prince tribute, “Let’s Go Crazy.” On the latter, he even schooled The Time’s Morris Day — and Day’s mirror.

Impressive duets were turned in by Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood, the Weeknd and Daft Punk, and Maren Morris and Alicia Keys. Several artists joined in tribute to the Bee Gees as Barry Gibb, the band’s only surviving member, was caught on camera singing along from the audience.

A Tribe Called Quest’s performance was the most overtly political, with guest Busta Rhymes criticizing “President Agent Orange.”

After Adele’s five Grammys, Bowie won four, as did Adele’s producer, Greg

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