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Fine Arts Fest planned for Sunday

Country artist Nick Ryan, who has opened for Rascal Flatts, will perform at 9:30 p.m. Saturday at The Twilight Zone in Creston.

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The Creston High School band is hosting a Fine Arts Fest 3 p.m. Sunday, April 3, at the Creston Middle School. 805 Academic Ave., in Creston.

The Fine Arts Fest will feature middle school and high school jazz bands, instrumental and vocal soloists, high school winterguard, high school

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Nick Ryan, a country artist from New Sharon, tours Iowa and has begun recording in Nashville, Tennessee. Ryan will perform Saturday evening at The Twilight Zone in Creston.

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Nick Ryan is a singer-songwriter who takes pride in performing traditional country music, writing meaningful lyrics and touring the state he’ll always call home.

Ryan, who’s from New Sharon, will perform at 9:30 p.m. Saturday at The Twilight Zone, 129 N. Pine St., in Creston. Admission is free.

“It’s going to be a good show (with) a lot of traditional country and some of the newer stuff – everything from Johnny Cash to Luke Bryan,” he said. “There will be a handful of my originals in there, but the setlist is jam-packed with songs everybody knows and loves.”

Ryan, a vocalist, guitarist and pianist, has opened for country acts Rascal Flatts and Granger Smith. He has co-written music with 2000s hit country artist Tammy Cochran and James Cook, a bassist for Luke Bryan.

His debut single “Twist-

play and is available on iTunes.

“I got started on Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and it kind of always stuck as a passion,” Ryan said. “I was always encouraged by family to pursue that, and I’ve been lucky enough along with the way to meet some good people, have some good opportunities and make a little more than a hobby out of it.”

Since he decided to pursue music full time, Ryan has performed hundreds of shows.

“I’ve had the good fortune of being able to play all over Iowa,” Ryan said. “I figure I better lock down my home state as a fan base before I start trying to impress the rest of the country.”

In addition to being an independent artist, Ryan is self-employed, offering consultation to aspiring artists and teaching songwriting.

Currently, Ryan’s main focus is completing production of a new single and recording his first EP. “The guy who produc-

is out of Nashville,” Ryan said. “He’s played guitar for the Dixie Chicks (and) Thompson Square. Last summer, he was on the road with Travis Tritt. He actually lined up some amazing players to do the studio session work on my debut single ‘Twister.’”

One of those “amazing players” was Tim Horsley, who has been a touring drummer for country artists like Keith Urban, Gary Allan and Dustin Lynch.

In writing his own music, Ryan said he strives for a more traditional style of country.

“I grew up in the late 90s, so those were my formative years musically,” Ryan said. “Right now, and I’m not saying it’s bad, but lyrically, I think there is something missing that used to be there. I like (music) that has the substance that tells a story.”

Ryan’s future plans include writing, producing and performing – maybe more shows outside Iowa.

But, he doesn’t see himself

“I grew up in the late 90s, so those were my formative years musically.

Right now, and I’m not saying it’s bad, but lyrically, I think there is something missing that used to be there.”

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ever leaving Iowa permanently. He hopes to pursue his music career in Iowa with a little help from Nashville musicians and producers.

“I’ve moved away a couple times ... but Iowa keeps roping me back in,” Ryan said. “So, that’s kind of a challenge to figure out how to do this and still call home home. I just do the best I can, take the opportunities I can get and put the rest in God’s hands.”

drumline and speech performances. The event is a fundraiser for the Creston High School band.

Admission is a free-will donation with a $5 suggested donation per person.

Guests can enjoy a dessert bar with coffee, water and tea.

A pie auction will begin at 5 p.m.

SICOG brings $2.2M in grant funding to area last year The annual meeting of Southern Iowa Council of Governments (SICOG) and Southern Iowa Development Group was held on Tuesday, March 29, at the SICOG office in Creston.

Ron Riley, chairperson, summarized the accomplishm e n t s from the agency’s annual report 2015. The organization completed a Riley successful year with more than $2,281,482 in grants coming into the area to benefit the members of SICOG. “While SICOG was very successful in accessing money to complete very needed projects, SICOG also assisted with over 100 planning and technical assistance projects,” Riley said.

The complete annual report is available for review at the SICOG office or website at www.sicog.com.

Riley said, “It has been a privilege and honor to serve as the chairman of SICOG during the past 12 months. I certainly would be remorse if I did not acknowledge the abilities of our small but efficient staff. This small staff is responsible for many grants and projects being completed.”

Riley also expressed his appreciation to the rest of the executive board members for their assistance throughout the year.

During the annual meeting, Marvin McCann representing Clarke County was elected chairperson for the coming year. Others elected include Aaron Price representing Madison County elected vice chairperson, SICOG | 2A

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Sherzan stop: Mike Sherzan, one of three seeking the Democratic nomination for

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Townline accident: A two-vehicle accident occured 3:22 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of West Townline and North Spruce streets in Creston after 19-year-old Trey Mills of Kent failed to obey a traffic control device. See page 3A of today’s paper for a full accident report.

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Meet and greet: Mike Sherzan,

Deaths Carol Poore Creston

Carol Poore, 64, of Creston died Thursday, March 31, 2016, at Greater Regional Medical Center in Creston.

Celebration of life services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 2, at Powers Funeral Home, junction of highways 34 and 25, in Creston.

The Rev. Poore C h u c k Spindler will officiate. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery at Quincy, north of Corning.

Open visitation will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 1, at the funeral home. Memorials are to the family. Online condolences may be left at www.powersfh.com.

Carol Ann Poore, daughter of Chester Dean Ross and Wanda Radene (Wilkie), was born April 6, 1951, in Creston. She graduated from Creston High School.

Carol married Gary Sav-

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Ron Riley representing Union County elected treasurer and John Twombly representing Adair County will serve as the organization’s secretary for the next year.

As SICOG chairperson, McCann will assist the organization to promote the concept of regional approaches to problem solving, strengthen the organization’s ability to help its members, promote the SICOG and define programs.

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ille in Corning and moved to Big Springs, Texas, where he was stationed. They later divorced.

In 1974, she married Houston James Poore in Creston.

Carol worked for Easy Heat Wirecraft and Lazy Ike in Corning. She then attended Southwestern Community College, where she received her associates of arts degree before attending the SWCC nursing program, where she received her licensed practical nurse license. She did nursing in Afton, Winterset and Des Moines areas for 33 years before retiring in 2015.

Carol is survived by her son Austin Poore (significant other Shannon Deaton) of Osceola; grandchildren, Kohen and Konlin Poore; sister Deb Ross of Johnston; brother Rick (Loraine) Ross of Des Moines; sister-in-law Victoria Ross of Johnston and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Mitzi Wanda in infancy, sister Karen Ross and brother Gary Ross. organization for cities and counties within Adair, Adams, Clarke, Decatur, Madison, Ringgold, Taylor and Union counties. SICOG serves as the source of information, technical assistance and grantsmanship for various programs, which can help to develop the economic conditions of the region.

SICOG assist local communities and counties solve problems locally and on an area-wide basis, whether these problems involve solid waste, environmental issues, transportation, economic and community development, job creation, housing, water or sewer.

California, New York poised to raise minimum wage to $15 SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California and New York are poised to become the highest-paid minimum-wage states in the nation after their governors each reached deals with lawmakers to raise the lowest amount a worker can be paid to a record-shattering $15 an hour.

California Gov. Jerry Brown said he will sign a new minimum-wage bill Monday after it passed the Legislature on Thursday.

Across the country in New York, Gov. Andrew Cuomo reached a tentative deal late Thursday with top lawmakers to raise the state’s base wage.

The actions in two of the country’s most labor-friendly states come as the income divide has emerged as a key issue nationwide in a presidential election year.

President Barack Obama, who first proposed an increase to the $7.25 federal

minimum wage in 2013, applauded the states’ actions and called on the Republican-controlled Congress to “keep up with the rest of the country.”

“California takes a massive leap forward today in the fight to rebalance our nation’s economy,” said Art Pulaski, executive secretary-treasurer of the California Labor Federation.

California’s current $10-an-hour minimum wage is tied with Massachusetts for the highest among states. Only Washington, D.C., at $10.50 per hour is higher. New York’s minimum wage is $9.

Democrats who control both legislative chambers in California hailed the increase as a boon to more than 2 million workers.

Brown, also a Democrat, said it proves the nation’s most populous state can get things done and help people get ahead.

one of three seeking the Democratic nomination for Iowa’s Third Congressional District, talks to Marcia Fulton, co-chair of the Union County Democratic party, during Sherzan’s meet and greet Thursday afternoon at Adams Street Espresso in Creston. Other candidates include incumbent U.S. Rep. David Young, R-Van Meter, Republican Joe Grandanette of Des Moines and Democrats Desmund Adams of Clive and Jim Mowrer of Des Moines.

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Iowa farmland values dropped nearly 9 percent, report says The state’s farmland values have seen a 22.5% decline since 2013.

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DES MOINES (AP) — Farmland values across Iowa have dropped almost 9 percent over the past year, reflecting lower farm income and commodity prices, according to a farm real estate group’s report.

The Iowa Realtors Land Institute farmland survey through March found that the average value of cropland fell to $6,732 an acre, an 8.7 percent decline, in

2015.

“With lower commodity prices and lower revenue . we continue to see a softening of our market and downward pressure on land values,” said Kyle Hansen, a group leader and broker at Hertz Real Estate Services in Nevada The state’s farmland values have seen a 22.5 percent decline since 2013, when values climbed to a record $8,690 an acre, The Des Moines Register reported.

“That’s a reduction that will make a buyer flinch,” Hansen said.

For 2016, U.S. farm income is projected at $54.8 billion, 56 percent less than its high three years ago, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture data.

Iowa farm income has dropped 47 percent to $5.1 billion in 2014, the most recent data available, from $9.6 billion in 2011. Corn and soybean prices have fallen 50 percent or more since reaching their peak in 2012. Cattle and hog producers also have seen their profits shrink, Hansen said.

“Farm incomes have

been dropping, but land values haven’t dropped to the same degree,” said Steve Bruere, president of Peoples Co., a Clive brokerage and farm management business.

Many farmers have had to grapple with falling commodity prices and high input costs, like seed, land costs and fertilizers.

“Farmers have struggled for three years with declining profits . and land values will ultimately reflect that,” Bruere said.

Hansen expects farmland values will continue to drop over the next year.

Steady hiring spurs more job hunts, rate rises to 5 percent More than 200K jobs were added in March. Rate does tick up to 5 percent, though.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers shrugged off signs of weak growth and extended their long stretch of steady hiring in March, adding 215,000 jobs.

The unemployment rate ticked up — to 5 percent from 4.9 percent in February — but mostly for a good reason: More Americans came off the sidelines to look for work, though not all found jobs.

That is the fifth time in the past six months that the proportion of Americans working or looking for work has increased, an encouraging trend after that figure fell to four-decade lows last year. Many Americans, discouraged by a lack of available jobs, had given on their job hunts since the recession, while others stayed home to take care of family members.

Many baby boomers have also been retiring.

“This is a vote of confidence on the part of workers regarding the health of the U.S. economy,” said Nariman Behravesh, chief economist at IHS. The data suggests that employers remain confident enough in their business prospects to add staff, even as overall growth has

slowed since last winter.

Many analysts estimate that the economy grew at a 1 percent annual rate or below in the first quarter.

Continuing job gains indicate that employers may see the slowdown as temporary.

Investors were unimpressed by the news. The Dow Jones industrial average, dragged down in part by lower oil prices, fell 15 points to 17,670 in morning trading.

Steady hiring is also contributing to somewhat higher pay. Average hourly wages rose 2.3 percent from a year earlier to $25.43. Annual wage gains have improved since the early years of the recovery, but they are below a peak of 2.6 percent reached in December.

Sluggish wage growth has been a weak spot in the economy and a source of frustration for many workers since the Great Recession ended in 2009. Paychecks typically grow at a 3.5 percent pace in a strong economy.

That frustration has spilled over into widespread demands for a higher minimum wage. California approved a measure this week to lift its minimum to $15 an hour by 2020, more than double the current federal minimum of $7.25. New York lawmakers have also approved a $15 minimum

that will phase in over many years.

Heavy hiring by lowwage employers is likely one driver behind the demands for greater pay.

Retailers added 47,700 jobs last month and have created 358,000 in the past year. Hotels and restaurants gained 26,000 jobs in March.

That hiring has been offset by some higher-paying positions.

Construction firms added 37,000 jobs last month, likely aided by warmer weather. Financial services companies added 15,000 jobs and professional and business services, which include engineers, accountants and lawyers, added 33,000.

Manufacturing, which has been hit by slower growth overseas, posted another month of job losses. Mining, which includes the oil and gas drilling sector, also cut jobs. Low oil prices have cost that industry 185,000 jobs since September 2014.

With more Americans flooding into the work force, employers likely have more people to choose from when filling jobs. That takes the pressure of them to offer sharp-

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ly higher wages. hiring can help fuel consumer spending, which is a critical source of growth this year. Other potential drivers of the economy, such as exports and business investment, have weakened.

Yet consumer spending has faltered since last winter after healthy gains in 2015.

Spending ticked up just 0.1 percent in February for the third month in a row. That tepid trend caused many economists to slash their growth estimates for the first quarter.

Americans appear to be pocketing much of their savings from lower gas prices rather than spending them.

The savings rate rose to 5.4 percent in February, the highest in a year.

Other economic data has been unusually mixed.

Several reports suggest that manufacturers may be stabilizing after a difficult 2015, when weak overseas growth and the strong dollar hurt production.

Meanwhile, Americans have pulled back a bit from home-buying. Sales of existing homes fell a sharp 7.1 percent in February, held back by a lack of available supply that has pushed up prices.

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Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 308 W. Union St. 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. Call Bob Cooper at 7824403 for more information.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA), 8 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. Open Mic night, 8 to 9 p.m., Adams Street Espresso, 213 W. Adams St.

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

Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 308 W. Union St. Family Caregiver Support Group, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Boz’s Kitchen in Corning. For more information, contact Jaleyn at 641-782-4040.

Caregiver Support Group, 1 p.m., Crest Haven Care Centre.

Autism Society Puzzle Walk and 5K Run, 2:45 p.m., Creston High School. Register at www. autismia.com.

Southwest Iowa Dancers with Coon Ridge Country band, 6 to 9 p.m., Chicken Inn, 3 miles west of Creston on Hwy. 34.

Southern Iowa Alumni of NWMSU social, 6:30 p.m., Crestmoor Golf Club. Call 641344-7905 for reservations.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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

Woolworth Coffee Club, 9 a.m., Hy-Vee deli.

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

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

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

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

Southwest Iowa Dancers, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Mount Ayr American Legion, walk-ons welcome.

Crest Area Theatre, 7 p.m. general membership meeting, Southwestern Community College Performing Arts Center Green Room.

AA, 7:30 p.m., United Church of Christ, 501 W. Montgomery St. Use east door.

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Animal call, 7:07 p.m., Thursday, North Division Street.

Traffic stop, 12:43 a.m., today, South Sumner Avenue.

Accident

Trey Vincent Mills, 19, of Kent was cited with failure to obey traffic control device and charged with driving while barred after an accident 3:22 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of West Townline and North Spruce streets.

According to a Creston Police report, Mills, driving a 2000 Chevrolet south out of a school exit onto West Townline Street, did not yield at the stop sign and struck a 2005 Dodge driven east on West Townline by Tammy Raye Reed, 43, of Kirksville, Missouri.

Damage estimates are $4,000 to Mills’ vehicle and $3,000 to Reed’s vehicle.

Officers were dispatched to the motor vehicle accident.

Upon arrival, officers located both driver’s of the vehicles.

A driver’s license check was done on Mills and it came back with a status of barred.

Mills was released on $2,000 bond.

4:30 p.m. varsity boys tennis dual against Atlantic, Monday here at Creston.

All-State Individual 4:30 p.m. varsity girls tenSpeech Festival at UNI. nis dual at Atlantic Washing4 p.m. varsity girls soccer match against St. Albert ton Elementary School.

5 p.m. varsity girls track Catholic, here at CHS. 85 76 P Cloudy and field invitational at Red Police 39 31 Sunny 5 p.m. varsity boys track Richard Ray, 813 N. Lincoln 72 54 Cloudy and field Ram Relays at Oak Dick Morrison track.

79 57 a Sunny St., reported 1989 Blue DiaGlenwood MS. (Glenwood, (Red Oak HS and MS, Stan49 M Cloudy mond 60 goose-neck trailer was Council Bluffs Thomas Jef- ton, Southwest Valley, South Page, Sidney, Riverside, Le71 47 Sunny taken between March 14 and ferson, Abraham Lincoln, 57 37 M Sunny Thursday while it was parked Atlantic, Clarinda, Harlan, nox, Griswold, Essex, Clarinda Academy, Bedford, at the old Wal-Mart parking Lewis Central, Red Oak HS Clarinda, Shenandoah, St. lot on New York Avenue. and MS) Loss estimate is $3,000.

5:30 p.m. varsity boys soc- Albert Catholic) 5 p.m. varsity girls soccer cer against St. Albert CathoMiscellaneous match against West Central lic at CHS. Vandalism, 7:53 a.m., Valley, here at CHS. Thursday, North Maple Street.

Tuesday Vandalism, New 8:21 a.m., 5:30 p.m. varsity boys soc4:30 p.m. varsity girls track Thursday, Kirby Street.

7 Information, Apr9:59 a.m., and field meet at Clarin- cer match at West Central Thursday, North Pine Street.

Stuart-Menlo. da HS. (Clarinda, Atlantic, Reckless driving, 10:31 a.m., 6:30 p.m. JV girls soccer Bedford, Clarinda AcadeThursday, High and Dry Road. match against West Central Animal call, 12:13 p.m., my, Council Bluffs Thomas Thursday, North Pine Street.

Tue Wed Jefferson, East Mills, Essex, Valley, here at CHS. Information, 12:24 p.m., 7 p.m.

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Glenwood, Griswold, Lenox, Thursday, North Lincoln 12:54 p.m., Lewis Central, Nishnabotna match at West Central - Stu5Nuisance, 6 Thursday, West Adams Street.

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High High High Moderate High Friday Oak HS and MS, Riverside, The UV Index is measured on a 0 - 11 number scale, with a 1 p.m. varsity boys golf Shenandoah, Sidney, South 0 higher UV Index showing the need for greater skin protection.

Page, Southwest Valley, St. tournament against Pella at 11 Bos Landen Golf Course.

Albert Catholic, Stanton, Monday: spaghetti or Mr. Tuesday: chicken nuggets, Creston Diagonal 4:15 p.m.

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Tuesday: breaded pork patty Wednesday: orange chicken, sandwich (HS), steamed broccoli, Thursday: meatball sub, torti4:30 p.m. varsity boys 5 p.m. varsity boys soccer with bun, pickles, french fries, rice, pinto beans, pears. lla chips, spinach dip. coleslaw, pears. match against Chariton, here track and field meet at applesauce.

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I made a few for each team and placed them around the house for our party, since we had supporters for both teams.

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Horoscope Saturday, April 2, 2016 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A conversation with a female friend might be aggressive today, but it will be productive. There is lots of energy in the air!

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Be careful with authority figures today, because they will come on strong! And so will you! Never underestimate the power of courtesy.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You are keen to travel or do something to have a change of scenery. You want to break free from your usual routine because you’re restless and eager for adventure.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You easily defend your best interests in disputes about shared property, taxes, debt and inheritances today. This is because you feel passionately about your rights.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your creative vibes are so hot today! Give yourself a chance to express your talents in any way that you can. This is not about being professional. It’s about enjoying yourself!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Family discussions will be lively today, especially with female family members. Remember that you have a right to have a voice, too.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is a strong day for those of you who sell, market, teach, write, act or need to promote your ideas. You are passionate about what you say, which is why others will listen to you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Finances and cash flow are prominent in your mind today.

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Club news Elzevir Reading Circle

Elzevir Reading Circle met 1:30 p.m. March 11 in the home of Barbara Thomsen. The president opened the meeting with a quote from Elizabeth Blackwell.

Roll call was answered with members telling what famous woman they would like to have lunch with. The secretary read minutes of the last meeting. The treasurer reported no change. Both reports were accepted as read.

An invitation from Bancroft to a “Tea of 125 Years Party” from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

April 24 at the Iowana was read. Each of the GFWC clubs will share a brief history of their organization in celebration of GFWC’s 125year history. Attendees are requested to wear hats and gloves.

A planning meeting for the GFWC district meeting to be held in Creston next October will be held March 16 at Peg Anderson’s home.

Thomsen and Linda Topliff volunteered to represent Elzevir.

Interested new members are welcome to attend our meetings by contacting any current member. Members may choose their books to read, as they are not assigned. GFWC had a lot of activities listed on the web site in honor of Women’s History Month.

Mary Burg read a thank you from SWCC for the scholarship donation. Delores Doench had also thanked the group for the donation made to MATURA last month.

Motion to adjourn the meeting was made and approved. Mary Stewart’s collect was recited.

Topliff reviewed the book, “The Healing Powers of Chocolate” by Cal Orley.

Known as Mother Nature’s “food of the gods,” the medical benefits of chocolate were recognized as far back as 4,000 years ago. Eating chocolate can help boost the immune system, lower the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, even obesity and increase lifespan.

A 1.5-ounce bar of quality chocolate has as much antioxidant power as a 5-ounce glass of wine without the side effects of alcohol. Chocolate is chock-full of mood-enhancing ingredients, including phenylethylamine, the love drug, and serotonin.

Chocolate can relieve a host of ailments, including depression, fatigue, pain and PMS, as well as rev up your sex drive.

Drawing in the latest scientific research as well as interviews with medical doctors and chocolatiers, this fascinating book reveals how to live longer and healthier while indulging in one of nature’s most decadent and versatile foods. Explore real chocolate infused with fruits, herbs and spices, Mediterranean-style and heart-healthy recipes, plus home remedies that combat everything from acne and anxiety. You’ll also discover rejuvenating beauty and anti-aging spa treatments, all made with antioxidant-rich chocolate.

The hostess then served a delicious chocolate dessert. Next month’s meeting will be held on April 8 at Topliff’s home with Terry Ammon giving the program.

Ladies Lakeshore Auxiliary

Ladies Lakeshore Auxilia-

ry met March 30.

Canasta winners were Mary Kline, first; Wanda Nash, second; and Connie Bailey, third.

Kline won the door prize.

Joan Chubick will host cards and chatter Wednesday, April 6.

Bancroft History Assembly

of United Methodist Women (UMW) of Creston, met 9 a.m.

Thursday, March 3 in Fellowship Hall. Sandy McNichols presided with the following officers in attendance: Susan Weight, McNichols, Bobi Wooden, Kay Ritter, Beth Perry, Velma Riegel, Judy Kading and Rosalie Denton.

Special events coordinator Jerrie Henderson also attended.

McNichols called the meeting to order with everyone reciting the UMW purpose in unison. Joys and concerns were shared and minutes and the treasurer’s report from the February meeting were reviewed and approved. The proceeds of the February dinner were reported. A bill was presented for expenses for the invitational guest night.

For devotions, Perry read “This Day in Christian History” from the Upper Room and read scripture from Romans 12:1-2. Denton read correspondence from Jhona Lyn Gallo and information on “Giving to the Legacy Fund” which is March 23.

Ritter moved that the Legacy Fund be collected at the March Circle meetings. There was discussion in length about the fundraising dinners and whether to continue with them. This question will be brought before the Circles and the May unit meeting.

Kading prepared a notebook highlighting all areas of the Social Action Mission.

The standing rules were reviewed and will be presented at the May unit meeting for approval. Invitations for the April 7 guest night have been mailed. There will be a volunteer day at Bidwell Riverside in Des Moines on March 31.

Change the World Weekend is April 23-24. In conjunction with this weekend, the Morning Circle will visit shut-ins and Evening Circle did some lawn work for a church member. They discussed getting another utility cart for the kitchen. Henderson is checking on the cost of one.

Morning Circle met in Fellowship Hall on March 17 with Colleen Brotherton as hostess. Kading presided with 11 members present. Kading led the devotions by reading from the November 2015 Response magazine about climate change and global migration as signs of the time.

Marilyn Fils gave a report about the 150th anniversary of the UMW in 2019. Betty Lou Shea gave a book report on Malala. Susan Weight gave the program on “Poverty & Possibility.” Morning Circle is hostess for the upcoming guest night on April 7. The meeting was closed with the March Bible verse Psalm 36:7.

Evening Circle met 7 p.m.

March 17 in the overflow room. Denton presided and there were nine members present. Evening Circle is in charge of the program for guest night. There was discussion amongst this group regarding the fundraising dinners. Claudine Sammons presented the program entitled “Meek and Strong.”

The meeting closed with the March verse from Psalms.

The Young Women group did not meet in March.

Bancroft History Assembly met March 7 at Greater Regional Medical Center with eight members and three life members present.

Jo Ann Nurnberg, president, called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The theme for the day was: “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant,” by Robert Lewis Stevenson. The inspirational thought was: “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”

Roll call was answered by naming a favorite film or movie. Minutes from February were read by Sandy Oswald and a correction was made with the program committee – it is not the nominating committee. Minutes were approved with the correction. Joan Chubick presented the treasurer’s report.

It was put on file for audit.

Committee reports on scholarship: There have been several applications from Union County and surrounding areas, including two music applications.

Unfinished business included discussing our upcoming tea and the approval of the invitations. We also discussed the district convention to be held Oct. 14 in Creston.

Jo Ann and Oswald volunteered to be on the committee.

Bobi Woodin, Marisue Lewis and Martha Musmaker will put the stickers in our coloring books. Dues will be going up $5 next year.

The Club Collect was recited. Avis Hainline moved the meeting be adjourned. Lewis seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Hainline presented the program on Peggy Lee Snyder.

Snyder was born on July 18, 1909, in Des Moines. Her first official public performance was at the age of three. Her first appearance was at the age of 6-weeks with her parents in one of their performances. She added the stage name of her parents and added the name Harriet at a young age in her budding career.

While Snyder was developing her career, a young man from New Jersey formed the Ozzie Nelson Band. Her talent caught his attention and Snyder joined the band in 1932 as the lead singer. They were married Oct. 8,1935.

Their family doubled in size when their sons David in 1936 and Eric “Ricky” in 1940 were born. The first airings of “The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet” began as a radio program in 1944.

In 1949, David and Ricky joined the radio cast in October. 1952 was the beginning of an unprecedented 14-year run as the first family of television.

Ozzie died in 1975 from liver cancer at the age of 69. In 1985, Snyder was devastated by the tragic death of Ricky in Crest Area for an airplane crash. Snyder beLife came somewhat reclusive later Crest Area for Life met 7 in life and died of congestive p.m. Tuesday, March 22, at heart failure Oct. 2, 1994, at Holy Spirit Hall. Eight memthe age of 85. bers were in attendance.

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Chapter LG P.E.O.

Chapter LG P.E.O. met March 15 at The Homestead with Sandy Harris and Carolyn Downing assisting as co-hostesses. Eighteen members responded to roll call and one visitor was present.

The program committee reported that the new program books are at the printers. The next regular meeting will be held April 5 at the home of Nancy James with Peg Anderson serving as co-hostess. Kay Ritter will provide the program.

The scholarship committee will be meeting next month to select the senior students that will be the recipients of our scholarships at Creston High School.

Marcia Riley read each of the proposed amendments to the constitution in parts I, II and III, and to the bylaws and standing rules of the P.E.O. sisterhood that are proposed by Chapter JT in Cedar Rapids. After much discussion, a written vote for each amendment was held.

The affirmative results of the votes on each amendment will be turned in to Kathy Wilke in Odebolt.

The nominating committee read the following slate of officers proposed for 2016.

President, Marcia Riley; vice president, Linda Linch; recording secretary, Terry Ammon; corresponding secretary, Judy Weese; guard, Kay Ritter; treasurer, Rosalie Denton; chaplain, Dianne Huffman; delegate to state convention, Marcia Riley; and alternate delegate, Linda Linch. After a favorable voice vote, all of these members were duly installed.

Creston Ladies Literary Circle

Creston Ladies Literary Circle met on March 18 at the home of Judith Wachter.

President Linda Hartsock called the meeting to order. ming Perfor ht only! le ig b one n la Ensem e n p e A Cap om Swed fr

Roll call was taken and minutes of the previous meeting were read by Secretary Jean E. Mark. Treasurer’s report was given by Dyan Huffman.

Stehani Finley from the program committee introduced Vanita Moberg who reviewed “The Day Christ Died” by Jim Bishop.

This is a book about the most dramatic day in the history of the world, the day on which Jesus of Nazareth died. Bishop starts with the base story of Jesus’ last hours from four of the greatest writers, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, as recorded in the Holy Bible’s New Testament. Details of their accounts in the Bible are supported within the Roman archives, archaeological finds as well as astrological records. Bishop takes the twenty-four hour day on which Christ died and covers it hour by hour.

He begins at sundown on Thursday since the Jewish day ran from sundown to sundown. We first see Peter and John making preparations for the Passover meal and Jesus and the rest of the 12 en route to Jerusalem from Bethany. Jerusalem is described as it must have been like during the Passover celebration. We learn about the 12 apostles, their

personalities, their devotion to Christ, how they struggle to understand Jesus teachings, and we learn of their fears. Background of the high priests, their role in the temple and their associations with the Roman Empire and the Jewish people are defined. We learn about the rivalry between Pontius Pilate and the high priests. Bishop takes the reader through Jesus’ arrest, the interviews before Annas, the trial before Caiaphas, the trial before the Sanhedrin, the trial before Pilate, the pre-crucifixion torture and the time on the cross, ending with Jesus’ burial in the tomb on Friday afternoon. This book gives added meaning to the scriptures and the review by Moberg done in these days before the Easter season was appreciated by listeners present.

A delightful array of food, cake lemon tarts, crackers, cheese, fruit and more was enjoyed as members chatted, sometimes peeking at the television which was tuned to the University of Iowa playing in the NCAA basketball tournament.

We next meet at the home of Connie Rhine with Midge Scurlock reviewing “Freedom Riders Diaries” by Aaron Ewell.

Volunteer directory Volunteerism is an important part of every community.

The following is a directory of volunteer activities and contact numbers.

Additions to this list are welcome. Please call managing editor, 641-782-2141, extension 234, to place your volunteer activity and phone number on the list.

This service is published free of charge.

• Greater Regional Medical Center. Volunteers are needed for information/ escort, gift shop, bloodmobile, fund-raising, gardening and plant care and clerical support. To inquire or get involved, call 641782-3553.

• SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) volunteers. Training from the Iowa Insurance Commission to provide free, objective information as well as one-to-one assistance.

Volunteers answer questions and provide impartial information to help seniors make well-informed decisions regarding their Medicare supplement insurance, long-term care insurance, Medicare benefits and claims or other types of health insurance. Call Greater Regional Medi-

cal Center, 641-782-3848 and leave information. A SHIIP volunteer will call you back.

• HCI Care Services providing services in Union, Taylor, Clarke, Adams, Decatur, Madison, Adair and Ringgold counties has opportunities for hospice volunteers to assist with a variety of duties. Training is provided to individuals who are interested in sitting with hospice patients who are terminally ill to give their caregivers a break or to provide companionship to those patients who may need it. There are opportunities to assist staff with special projects, clerical duties and phone call, as well.

Call Cindy Mitchell, HCI Care Services volunteer coordinator at 641-782-3528.

• Southern Prairie YMCA has a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Volunteer assistance is welcome in general housekeeping, sports camps and other youth activities.

Committee members are also welcome for special events and membership and programing. Please stop by the YMCA reception desk for an application or call 641-782-9622.

Congregate meals Creston meals April 4 to April 8 Menu subject to change.

Reservations are required the day before. Call 641782-2447.

Monday: meatloaf, gravy, diced potatoes, cabbage and carrots, strawberry applesauce.

Tuesday: honey mustard chicken, ranch beans, broccoli tomato salad, peach

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Wednesday: beef cabbage casserole, whole kernel corn, cornbread muffin, lemon bar.

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opened up with the right to life prayer.

Terry Madison read the minutes from the January meeting and they were approved. June Huewe gave the treasurer’s report. It was approved. Velma Riegel sent out 10 baby congratulatory cards. Crawford gave the political report.

Under old business, we will have a booth at the Home and Garden Show on Saturday, April 2.

Under new business, Rich Madison made a motion, seconded by Betty Baker, to have Mary Merritt, Iowa Right to Life, come to Creston and give a program. Merritt gives programs on end of life issues.

The LifeCare Clinic will have its banquet 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 5, at the Supertel.

Trinity Lutheran Church will have a fundraiser for LifeCare Clinic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday April 23.

There will be a silent auction, lunch and Christian music. The public is invited.

Our next meeting will be 7 p.m. April 26 at Holy Spirit Hall. Terry Madison made a motion, seconded by Steve Hunt to adjourn.

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The national player of the year awards have gone to one or the other without anybody else getting any hardware.

Valentine was selected Thursday as The Associated Press’ Player of the Year, taking it in a close vote over Hield.

Bill Self of Kansas was chosen the AP’s Coach of the Year with Xavier’s Chris Mack finishing second.

Valentine, who missed four games after having minor knee surgery, received 34 of 65 votes from the national media panel that selects the weekly AP Top 25. Hield was the only other player to receive votes. Hield and Valentine were the only unanimous selections to the AP All-America team.

NIT title NEW YORK (AP) — George Washington won its first National Invitation Tournament championship, getting 18 points from Kevin Larsen and pulling away in the second half to beat Valparaiso 7660 on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden.

Patricio Garino had 14 points and the fourth-seeded Colonials (28-10) set a school record for wins in a season with a dominant performance over the final 20 minutes.

They won their fourth straight game against a higher-seeded team and sent three senior starters out with a tournament trophy, softening the sting of being rebuffed by the NCAA selection committee.

Tyler Cavanaugh, the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player, scored 12. He averaged 19.4 points and nine rebounds in five games.

If Creston girls soccer is going to continue moving forward in 2016, it will have to do so by replacing much of its offensive punch from a year ago.

Among the graduates from last year’s team were unanimous All-Hawkeye 10 forward Hanna Luther, who scored five goals with 34 shots on goal, and veteran offensive wing player Savannah Hartman. The three-year letterwinner, who received all-conference honorable mention, had 35 shots on goal and two assists.

Luther had been a career defensive anchor for the Panthers since her freshman season before moving to striker and being a consistent scoring threat last season.

She was instrumental in the 2-0 win over Riverside right after the position switch. The Panthers also defeated Centerville in their own tournament last season.

“Hanna had a lot of depth to her game and obviously that is difficult to replace,” said fourth-year coach Kim Lauffer. “Savannah was also very good for us up top. She had a strong leg, she could cross the ball, and she could rip a shot from outside the 18 (yard line) and get it well within the frame. It’s tricky to find people to fill those positions, but one thing we really tried to do last year was work with some of those players who would move into those roles. I felt our skill level improved throughout the season.”

At the other end of the field, senior Taquana Williams was busy at goalkeeper

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Creston senior Shelby Palser, heading a ball against Harlan last year, figures to be a primary offensive threat this season for the Panthers. Creston opens the soccer season Monday at home against Council Bluffs St. Albert.

making 131 saves. In allowing 56 goals, she had a 70 percent save rate.

Senior Becca Ross gained some experience in the net the past two years, and three other team members are work- Ross ing at the position, including versatile senior

Abbie Cook.

“The nice thing is that Becca and Abbie are valuable to us on the field when not at goalkeeper,” said Lauffer, assisted this year by Megan Kinkade, who served as a voluteer for the team last year.

Junior Leah Schuler and freshman Devon Buls are also working at goalkeeper.

Defensive leaders

Lauffer’s 4-2-3-1 formation calls for four defenders in front of the goalkeeper, and two of those defenders

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Sandquist leads Spartan golfers Iowa State, Campbell at Southeast tourney banking on QB Joel BEATRICE, Neb. — Southwestern shot 344 for fifth place Tuesday at the Southeast (Neb.) Community College Invitational.

Coach Doug North reported windy conditions on the tight fairways of the Beatrice Country Club.

The Spartans were led by freshman Ben Sandquist of

Adel, who placed fifth at 3643 — 79, shooting even-par on the front nine.

“Any score under 80 was solid in those conditions,” North said. “I’m proud of Ben for mentally staying strong and finishing like we always preach.”

Division II University of Nebraska-Kearney took the

team title at 308. Southwestern was fifth in the eightteam field.

“We were two shots out of third place, it was very close,” North said. “Every shot from every person is so significant and that proved today. We are improving, SWCC | 7A

Five homers TAMPA — The St. Louis Cardinals hit five home runs and routed a split squad Yankees team, 9-1, on Thursday afternoon.

Stephen Piscotty homered twice and Brandon Moss, Tommy Pham and Jeremy Hazelbaker all hit one bomb to lead an 11hit attack.

Hazel baker finished with two hits and three RBI, while Pham and Piscotty drove in two each.

Moss and Gyorko also had one RBI apiece.

Mike Leake worked the first four innings and gave up just two hits and struck out five to earn the win.

Sandoval benched FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Pablo Sandoval has become a $95 million bench player.

The Boston Red Sox announced before their final spring training game Thursday that Travis Shaw, a 25-yearold who made his big league debut last May, will be their starting third baseman.

Sandoval hit .245 last season with a .292 onbase percentage, .366 slugging percentage, 10 homers and 47 RBIs.

in the back have a lot of experience in Cook and junior Katie Powers. “(Sopho m o r e ) Cook K a l a n Bloodgood can also help play against teams that bring a lot of fast forwards at us,” Lauffer said, “but we also like her speed up top (offensively), too.”

Experienced senior Maddie Travis, Bloodgood and freshman Grace Root could work in that next midfielder level working defensively with ability to help the offensive push.

“Rachel Wignall is another one who shows a lot of promise for a number of different positions,” Lauffer said. “She has the athletic ability and aggressiveness we’re looking for.”

Travis and Logan Pettit have experience in the defensive midfield positions, along with Ross, Wignall, Schuler, Micah McCutchan and freshman Laura Weis could work there, too, she said. The coaches have also been impressed with firstyear player Angel Stow. “(Freshman) Taylor Buxton could play there too, but we’d prefer her to be on the offensive end for us,” Lauffer said. “Root is another one who could run the field on the wing. Jeannette Blasi moved in with some soccer experience and could help us. We’ve also looked at (freshman) Karmen Chuong at an offensive mid position.”

Replacing Luther at the head of the offense is no small task, but Lauffer thinks she has a good candidate in senior letterwinner Shelby Palser. Last year, she contributed 29 shots on goal and two goals, earning Hawkeye 10 honorable mention.

“She has always been good at creating scoring opportunities,” Lauffer said. “She’s probably one of our best players on the field. Shelby has good ball handling skills and the ability to be quick.

She can close things quickly.”

CNA photo by SCOTT VICKER

Southwestern Community College freshman Katlyn Schiefen prepares to fire a pitch toward home plate during a 10-9 loss to Northeast Community College in game one of a doubleheader here Thursday. The Spartans bounced back with an 8-3 win in game two.

Lanning in 2016

By LUKE MEREDITH AP Sports Writer

AMES (AP) — Iowa State quarterback Joel Lanning had his moments after earning the starting job midway through last season.

The Cyclones will need to see more than just glimpses of promise from Lanning this fall if they hope to end a three-year bowl drought.

Lanning, who’ll be a junior in 2016, is the only q u a r terback for Iowa S t a t e that’s t a k e n Lanning a collegiate snap. So his progress this offseason is perhaps the biggest area to watch as coach Matt Campbell enters his first season as coach.

The Cyclones, who have only Lanning and redshirt freshman Dominic De Lira as quarterbacks on scholarship this spring, end camp with a scrimmage on April 16 at Jack Trice Stadium.

“That position is all about poise, because that’s leadership position on the offense. Number two is accuracy in throwing the football.

Number t h r e e is, great quarterb a c k s have the ability to have Campbell g r e a t

leadership around them — and then you fit everything else around him,” Campbell said. “I’ve been pleasantly surprised that Joel has got those intangibles.”

Lanning, who turned down Nebraska to play for the Cyclones, had been groomed to take over as Iowa State’s No. 1 quarterback in 2016.

But Lanning forced the issue in 2015, supplanting Sam Richardson as the starter as the Cyclones season started to get away from them.

Lanning impressed immediately, throwing for 188 yards and running for 64 more in a 24-0 shutout of Texas, his first career start, on Oct. 31.

Iowa State subsequently imploded down the stretch, losing four straight and costing coach Paul Rhoads his job. However, Lanning had stretches of strong play.

He helped the Cyclones take a 24-7 lead in the first half against then-No. 5 Oklahoma State. But a late turnover on downs and an interception gave the Cowboys the win.

Lanning had Iowa State in position to win at Kansas State as well, going 15of-20 passing for 210 yards and a touchdown. He also fumbled with 10 seconds left deep in Iowa State territory and the game tied at 35, allowing the Wildcats to kick the deciding field goal.

Lanning completed just 55 percent of his passes with 10 TDs last season.

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Opening week

The Panthers open against southwest Iowa powerhouse Council Bluffs St. Albert at 4 p.m. Monday on the north field near Creston Elementary/Middle School, which will be followed by the boys contest. The busy first week continues with a trip to Harlan on Tuesday and home match on Thursday against Valley girls (West Central Valley/Nodaway Valley/ Adair-Casey).

“We have 21 players who can play and 22 on the roster (freshman Jaxie Luther has an injured leg), so we probably won’t be playing full JV games,” Lauffer said. “If we get too many injuries we probably couldn’t play JV at all. It’s not the depth we have had with 28 or 29 girls.”

Luther could help the varsity if she is cleared to play,

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and that is exciting.”

UNK’s Jay Cottam carded a 72 and took medalist honors. Max Rudder, also for UNK, took second with a 74, and Southeast’s Kyle Mur-

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and four TDs, including two against Oklahoma State.

Lanning’s biggest issue so far has been his accuracy, which tended to come and go in 2015. So Lanning has spent a lot of time this month working on his footwork.

“They like that I’m a running quarterback. They want to see me run it a little bit more,” Lanning said of his new coaches. “It’s just been new to me to do the new footwork that they

Sports briefs

Lauffer said. She underwent knee surgery for a torn meniscus over the winter, then developed a quad strain during the recovery process.

“I’ve told them that other than four or five girls we knew were ready for varsity, a lot of things are still up for grabs at this point,” Lauffer said. “We’re continuing to work on our skills, our traps and passing. I’m really hoping a strength of this team lies in them all working together as one. That’s what we really need. We have seven returning (varsity) players, and we’re building around them.

They’re mixing well with a nice group of new players who played club soccer for Wildfire for awhile. I think the girls are excited to see what we can do.”

*Katie Powers, Jeanette Blasi, *Logan Pettit.

Sophomores — *Kalan Bloodgood, Caitlin Clayton, Angel Stow, Vicky Borha, Anna Tebbenkamp.

Freshmen — Jessica Arevalo, Rachel Wignall, Karmen Chuong, Sophia Schuler, Jaxie Luther, Taylor Buxton, Grace Root, Laura Weis, Devon Buls, Breanna Ross.

Varsity schedule April 4 — vs. St. Albert Catholic, 4 p.m.

April 5 — at Harlan, 6 p.m.

April 7 — vs. West Central Valley, 6 p.m.

April 12 — at Kuemper Catholic, 5 p.m.

April 14 — vs. DenisonSchleswig, 4:30 p.m.

April 19 — at Chariton, 6:30 p.m.

April 26 — at Lewis Central, 4:30 p.m.

April 29 — vs. Riverside, 5 p.m. (varsity only) May 3 — vs. Chariton, 6 p.m.

May 5 — at Knoxville, 5:30 p.m.

May 7 — Creston Tournament (Boone, Centerville, Underwood), 9 a.m.

May 10 — at Atlantic, 6:30 p.m.

May 12 — at Glenwood, 6:30 p.m.

May 17 — vs. Winterset, 6 p.m.

May 24 — at Carlisle, 6:15 p.m.

June 3 — Regional, TBA June 6 — Regional, TBA

ray finished third with a 77.

The Spartan women and men compete this weekend in a tournament hosted by Iowa Central Community College at Otter Creek in Ankeny.

Team standings — 1. University of Nebraska-Kearney 308; 2. Southeast (Neb.) CC 333; 3. Northeast (Neb.) CC

342; 4. McCook (Neb.) 343; 5. Southwestern 344; 6. Doane (Neb.) 345; 7. Morningside 359; 8. Hastings (Neb.) 384.

SWCC (344) — Ben Sandquist 36-43 — 79; Avery Elliott 45-41 — 86; Dominick Moreno 42-46 — 88; Christian Groumoutis 49-42 — 91; Jared Baier 54-47 — 101.

want. I had some bad habits before, and I’m just trying to get rid of those things.

“It’s slowly coming along. I’ve made progress with my feet. The accuracy will come when my feet are right.”

If Lanning can get his completion percentage up, he would seem to be a perfect fit for Campbell’s runbased attack.

At 6-foot-2 and 232 pounds, Lanning has the somewhat rare ability to get rushing yards between the tackles — and he’s got a big enough arm to test defenses that focus on stopping the run.

“I still have to go out and compete and show the new coaches that I can be that guy for them and run this offense and lead a team,” Lanning said.

But Lanning’s challenge during spring ball, beyond becoming more accurate, will be to learn the verbiage of yet another new offense.

Lanning will be playing for his fourth offensive coordinator this fall.

“If the quarterback doesn’t know what he’s doing, then our opportunity to be successful is probably zero,” Campbell said. “It’s been really nice for Joel to start from square one.”

Roster (* — Letter winner) Seniors — *Abbie Cook, Micah McCutchan, *Maddie Travis, *Shelby Palser, *Becca Ross.

Juniors — Leah Schuler,

Iowa guard Andrew Fleming to transfer IOWA CITY (AP) — Iowa says freshman guard Andrew Fleming has been released from his scholarship so he can transfer to another school.

Fleming averaged 2.2 points and one assist in 11 games last season. Fleming says he is seeking a “better

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situation” for his college career.

Fleming is the second Hawkeye in as many days to announce that they are leaving the program. Fellow freshman Brandon Hutton said Wednesday that he is transferring as well.

The departure of Flem-

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ing and Hutton likely frees up a scholarship for walk-on Nicholas Baer, who scored 15 points in Iowa’s 87-68 loss to Villanova in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

The Hawkeyes also now have a scholarship available if they want to increase their depth in the backcourt.

softball (7-24, 2-1 Summit), Northwest Missouri State MADISON, Wis. — Se- which leads the all-time seUniversity Southern Iowa nior Madison Frain of Cres- ries with Western Illinois (922, 2-1), 11-1.

Alumni Chapter banquet ton got Scheel named will be held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the win as Saturday at Crestmoor Golf South DaMARYVILLE, Mo. — Club. kota held Interim coach Buck Scheel A social hour will precede on for a 7-6 was officially announced as a program featuring current victory in Northwest Missouri State and future Northwest stu- game one University’s eighth women’s dents, including representa- of a doubasketball coach. tion from the national cham- bleheader Frain The former SWCC coach pion Bearcat football team. at Wishad served as interim coach Among those on the pro- c o n s i n ’ s since mid-December. gram is Northwest alumnus Goodman Stadium WednesScheel has the personaliBrad Elliott, Mount Ayr day. The Badgers (17-13) ty and the state champion track coach took the nightcap, 10-2. demeanor who was a member of the The opener was the Coy- to get the track team at Northwest otes’ first win in the third-ev- players to Missouri State. Elliott, now er meeting between the two push thema business owner in Mount programs. Frain took a two- selves to Ayr, was named Northwest’s hit shutout into the fifth in- get better, Outstanding Young Alumni ning until the Badgers broke athletic diin 2014. open with four runs in the rector Mel Scheel For information or to fifth and two more in the Tjeerdsma make a reservation contact sixth. USD countered with said, as Darrin Goins at darin_go- three runs in the top of the Scheel moved from assistant ins@yahoo.com or call 816- sixth. to interim coach during the 260-7565 or Joan Jackson at Frain (5-9) was relieved by season. jwjackson165@gmail.com or Megan Green in the bottom The Bearcats had just lost call 641-344-7905. of the sixth. Green allowed by 46 points at Central Misone hit in getting the last six souri. The first game Scheel District tennis Creston/O-M, Southwest outs to save Frain’s win. In coached, Northwest nearly Valley and Osceola Clarke five innings Frain allowed pulled off an upset at Miswill participate in Class 1A seven hits with four walks souri Southern, losing by five points. competition at Shenandoah and two strikeouts.

South Dakota’s softball “He created an atmoon May 12, according to boys team will host Western Illisphere of respect,” Tjeerdstennis district assignments nois in a single game starting ma said.

“The players bereleased this week by the at 11 a.m.

Saturday and in a came a lot more productive, Iowa High School Athletic doubleheader starting at 11 and most important, they Association. a.m.

Sunday.

This change enjoyed the game.”

Coaches will meet at 8:30 deviates from the original “I look forward to builda.m. followed by a seeding schedule to account for Sating a program that twill meeting and first-round play. urday’s WNIT championprovide a source of energy, Other teams at Shenandoah are Clarinda, Glenwood, ship game inside the Dako- excitement and pride for the Northwest community,” Red Oak, Shenandoah and taDome at 2 p.m.

Saturday will serve as the Scheel said at the March 22 St. Albert. home opener for Coyote press conference.

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Boys soccer ratings Council Bluffs St. Albert is ranked fourth in Class 1A in the preseason boys soccer rankings, released this week by the Iowa High School Soccer Coaches Association.

The Falcons open the season Monday at Creston in a girl-boy doubleheader. St. Albert placed fourth in the 1A state tournament last year.

Kuemper Catholic and Underwood are also in the Class 1A rankings while Glenwood is ranked in Class 2A. West Central Valley received votes for the 1A rankings.

Beckman Catholic, Cedar Rapids Xavier and Linn-Mar are on top of the rankings in each class.

Preseason rankings and their 2015 final records:

Class 3A — 1. Linn-Mar 20-3; 2. Ankeny Centennial 20-1; 3.

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Public notice THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT UNION COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF ESTATE OF RONALD J. COOPER, Deceased.

Probate No. ESPR015774 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Ronald J. Cooper, Deceased, who died on or about January 31, 2016: You are hereby notified that on March 21, 2016, the last will and testament of Ronald J. Cooper, deceased, bearing date of May 15, 2000 was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Rhonda L. Miller was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated March 10th, 2016 Rhonda L. Miller Executor of the Estate 2227 Eagle Ave Creston, IA 50801 Probate Code Section 304 Todd G. Nielsen ICIS PIN No: AT0005759 Attorney for the Executor Kenyon & Nielsen, P.C., 211 N. Maple Street Creston IA 50801 Date of second publication: April 1, 2016

Dubuque Wahlert 5-13. Receiving votes: Dallas Center-Grimes, Knoxville, Denison-Schleswig, Fort Madison, Newton.

Class 1A — 1. Dyersville Beckman Catholic 18-0; 2. Gilbert 15-3; 3. Iowa City Regina 11-6; 4. Council Bluffs St. Albert 15-6; THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT UNION COUNTY 15-3; 6.

5. Gladbrook-Reinbeck IN THE MATTER OF ESTATE OF MOC-Floyd Valley 14-4; 7. Danville RONALD J. COOPER, Deceased.

15-2; Probate 8. DesNo.Moines Christian ESPR015774 13-4; 9. Benton Community 16-5; NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OFCarroll APPOINTMENT OFCatholic EXECUTOR, 10.

Kuemper 13-2; AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS 11. Clear Lake 11-4; 12. Solon To All Persons Interested in the Estate 11-8; 13.J. Cooper, Underwood 14-2; 14. of Ronald Deceased, who died Davenport Assumption on or about January 31, 2016: 10-7; 15.

You are hereby notifiedCatholic that on March Waterloo Columbus 8-6; 21, 2016, last will11-7. and testament of 16.

Westthe Liberty Receiving Ronald J. Cooper, deceased, bearing date votes: Holy Trinity Catholic, of May 15, 2000 was admitted to probate West Central Bellevue in the above named Valley, court and that Rhonda L. Miller was appointed of the Marquette, Albia, executor Mid-Prairie estate.

Any action to set aside the will (Wellman). must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

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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

Please complete & submit application at the City Clerk’s office-Creston City Hall 116 W. Adams, P.O. Box 449, Creston, IA 50801 or at Iowa Works - 215 N. Elm, Creston, IA 50801. EOE

Sun. April 3- 9:30AM Corning, IA. Furniture, Collectibles, Golf Carts and 4 Wheelers for Haddadin Family & 2 Lenox Estates. Auctioneers: Jack Kretzinger, Dan Kretzinger, Tony Douglas.

Sun. April 3- 1:30PM Rural Orient, IA. Farm Machinery, Tractors, Combine & Heads, Farm Related Equipment for Kramer Land and Cattle. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Brandon Frey, Steve Bergren.

Mon. April 11- 10:00AM Creston, IA. Annual Spring Consignment Auction at Creston Livestock Auction. Auctioneers: Darwin West, Tom Frey, Todd Crill, Brandon Frey, Zack Ballad, Steve Bergren.

Sat. April 23- 10:30AM Corning, IA. Real Estate, Appliances, Furniture, Household, Antiques/Collectibles, Yard/Garden Tools, Mower for Lavone Holdren and the late Robert Holdren Estate Auctioneers: Todd Crill, Darwin West

Deadline: April 15, 2016 at 2 PM

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Seasonal & Part time Positions Job description, qualifications and other requirements are posted on the City website: www.crestoniowa.gov and at www.iowajobs.org

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

Now Hiring CNA’s Are you a compassionate care giver looking for a new opportunity? Our Extra Care program is growing fast and we are looking to hire CNA’s in the Creston and surrounding communities. Flexible scheduling! The ideal candidate must have their CNA certification and be able to successfully complete the preemployment screenings.

PRN Hospice RN: Valid Iowa RN license, 1 year home health/hospice experience preferred.

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Creston Publishing Company is now taking applications for a Pressman in our Production Department.

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Altec Osceola Body Plant manufactures fiberglass truck bodies and is growing rapidly.

We are seeking qualified candidates for Production Workers and Associate Designers.

PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Creston is taking bids for the lease of hay ground. The hay ground is located in three locations.

1. This property is located north-west of the waste water treatment facility and consists of 16 acres more or less. Parcel ID 2501000001500 2. This property is commonly known as the “Taylor Property” and is located north of Adams Street and east of Cottonwood Street and consists of 28 acres more or less. Parcel ID 250100000200 and 2501000001925 (east of the creek only – approx. 4 acres) 3. This property is located on the west side of the runway at the Creston Municipal Airport and consists of 45 acres more or less. Parcel ID 0501000029490 & 0501000029480 (south of the road –north of the fence), 0501000050275, 0501000049600, 0501000049800, & 0501000049700.

Sealed bids will be accepted for the three properties listed above individually.

Bids are due to the Creston City Clerk, P.O. Box 449, 116 W. Adams Street, Creston, IA 50801 by 4 PM on April 8, 2016.

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Program Technician The Adair County Farm Service Agency (FSA) located in Greenfield, Iowa is recruiting applicants to fill a Full-Time Program Technician position.

The individual selected will be responsible for carrying out general office activities and technical functions pertaining to FSA administered programs. This position requires strong human relation and computer skills.

This vacancy announcement (IA-2016-0021) has a closing date of April 5, 2016. All applications must be submitted through USAJOBS at www.usajobs.gov to be considered for this immediate opening. Upon successful completion of a background check, the individual selected will be expected to work M-F, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

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Program Technician The Adair County Farm Service Agency (FSA) located in Greenfield, Iowa is recruiting applicants to fill a Temporary Program Technician position.

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Autism spectrum disorder Participants remains steady in United States needed for DES MOINES — Just as Autism Awareness Month begins, newly released numbers from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention show rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States remain steady.

The CDC studied 8-yearolds in 11 states and found that one in 68 children is diagnosed as having autism – the same rate the agency found two years ago. Dr. Stuart Shapira, chief medical officer for the CDC’s National Center on birth defects and developmental disabilities, said they found more children need to be tested at an earlier age.

“When concerns are raised, it’s important that

A CDC study shows one in 68 children are being diagnosed with autism.

Boys are five times more likely to be diagnosed than girls.

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parents and providers move forward to get that first evaluation, and parents don’t have to wait if there’s concern,” Shapira said. “They can go through their state’s early intervention program and local school system, and get that evaluation for free.”

The report said half of the Maryland children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder weren’t tested for the first time until they were about 4 years of age, and that boys are almost five times more likely to be diag-

nosed than girls.

Epidemiologist Dr. Daisy Christensen, the report’s lead author, said overall fewer African-American and Hispanic children are diagnosed with ASD. However, she said, that might be because they aren’t being tested.

“So, lower autism prevalence in these groups of nonwhite children may be due to a lack of identification,” Christensen said, “and if so, then better identification efforts in these

groups might result in increasing autism prevalence in those groups in future years.”

Shapira said minority children may not have the same access to health care to be evaluated. He said there could be language barriers and other problems as well.

“There also may be a lack of trust in the medical profession among individuals in these racial and ethnic groups,” Shapira said, “and fear that bringing attention to a child’s symptoms could lead to greater stigma.”

The report found that only 43 percent of children identified with ASD across the nation got evaluated by age 3. The report is online at www.cdc.gov.

Trump’s abortion flub shows risks of ‘winging it’ on policy able interview in which he compared Trump’s behavior to that of “a 1 2 - y e a r - Trump old bully on the playground,” WTMJ-AM’s Charlie Sykes asked Trump if he was aware he’d called into someone unabashedly opposed to his candidacy.

“That I didn’t know,” Trump said.

During a recent rally in Vienna, Ohio, Trump deliv-

ered his usual indictment of the North American Free Trade Agreement and blasted American companies that have shipped jobs overseas.

But he seemed unaware that Chevrolet, which builds the Chevy Cruze sedan in nearby Lordstown, had recently announced that it was planning to build its 2017 hatchback model in Mexico.

It was the kind of local knowledge that requires research and legwork, and could have helped Trump connect with his audience and others in the state.

For most presidential candidates, especially those new

to it all, getting up to speed on the intricacies of domestic and foreign policy is a process that begins early. While Trump’s campaign did not respond Thursday to questions about the kind of briefings he receives, it’s clear he has done things differently.

Who does he consult on foreign policy?

“I’m speaking with myself, number one, because I have a very good brain and I’ve said a lot of things,” Trump said on MSNBC this month. He’s also said he gets information about international affairs from “the shows” and newspapers.

Southern Iowa Council of Governments (SICOG) is currently working on a long range 20-year transportation plan for the RPA 14/ATURA region and asks for partiticipants to take an online survey to help identify transportation priorities for this area.

Anyone who lives or works in Adair, Adams, Ringgold, Taylor or Union counties is invited to take just a couple of minutes to complete the survey.

Outreach to a variety of residents is one of the requirements of the planning process.

SICOG hopes to get feedback from business owners and large employers within the region.

Everyone’s opinion is important including board members, members of any organization and business owners in the community, as well as individuals.

The long range transportation survey is available at www.surveymonkey.com/r/LRTP16.

Hargrove to present library plans to civic organizations Dr. David Hargrove, director of the Gibson Memorial Library, will be presenting to local civic organizations as it relates to plans for the renovation of the Creston public library as well as forthcoming changes in programming.

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APPLETON, Wis. (AP) — It was a question sure to come up at some point in the Republican primary campaign.

“What should the law be on abortion?” asked MSNBC’s Chris Matthews to Donald Trump at a town hall event in Wisconsin.

“Should the woman be punished for having an abortion?” Matthews pressed.

“This is not something you can dodge.”

Trump’s bungled response — an awkward, extended attempt to evade the question, followed by an answer that, yes, “there has to be some form of punishment” — prompted a backlash that managed to unite abortion rights activists and opponents. And it also brought an unprecedented reversal from the notoriously unapologetic candidate less than a week before Wisconsin’s important primary.

The episode demonstrated the extent to which Trump has glossed over the rigorous policy preparation that is fundamental to most presidential campaigns, underscoring the risks of the billionaire businessman’s winging-it approach as he inches closer to the Republican nomination.

“Well, bear in mind I don’t believe that he was warned that that question was coming” and didn’t have a chance to really think about it, said Ben Carson, a former Trump rival who has since endorsed him, in an interview with CNN. He should have, said political professionals.

“When you’re just winging it, that’s what happens,” said Kevin Madden, a veteran of 2012 nominee Mitt Romney’s campaign. “Running for president, it’s not a take-home exam.”

And this wasn’t the first time Trump’s approach has gotten him in trouble.

He raised eyebrows during a debate when he appeared unfamiliar with the concept of the nuclear triad, an oversight his opponents happily pointed out.

At a town hall on CNN earlier this week, Trump appeared to falter when asked to name what he believed were the top three priorities of the federal government.

Among his answers: health care and education. Trump has vowed to repeal President Barack Obama’s landmark health care law and gut the budget of the Department of Education.

The lack of preparation extends beyond policy. This week, Trump called into a series of radio stations in Wisconsin, apparently unaware the interviews were likely to be combative.

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