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Lenox senior Jared Hensley signed a National Letter of Intent to wrestle at Upper Iowa University next year. For more on Hensley, see SPORTS, page 1S. >>

Creston Animal Rescue Effort is hosting a microchip clinic from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday at Creston Farm and Home Supply.

For more information on the clinic, see page 3A. >>

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CRESTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

CCSD looks at updating wellness policy

By SCOTT VICKER

CNA managing editor svicker@crestonnews.com

Contributed photo by JAKE WADDINGHAM

Pictured are the charred remains of the Cedar Bridge in Winterset after it was set on fire Saturday morning.

Authorities say 17-year-old Alex Hoff of West Des Moines and and 18-year-old Joel Davis of Norwalk set the bridge on fire early Saturday.

WINTERSET – Joel Nathan Davis, 18, of Norwalk was arrested and t a k e n into custody at 2:41 p.m.

Wednesd a y during an invest i g a t i o n Davis into the Cedar Covered Bridge arson that occurred Saturday in Madison County.

Davis was taken into

custody without incident and was transported to the Madison County jail where he was charged with arson in the first degree. The investigation is ongoing and additional charges are pending.

Alex Hoff, 17, of West Des Moines was charged with first-degree arson in the case Tuesday.

Both Davis and Hoff face up to 25 years in prison if convicted.

The Madison County Sheriff’s Office believes the teens set the covered

bridge on fire early Saturday morning.

Hoff had recently posted a photo of one of Madison County’s covered bridges to his Instagram account with a caption reading “The hardest part of life is knowing which bridges to burn, and which to cross.”

According to the criminal complaint against Hoff, he was caught on security cameras purchasing a gas can hours before the fire. The gas can was later found disposed of near

Cedar Bridge.

Court documents also said Davis admitted to spreading gasoline on the bridge before it was lit on fire.

Assisting the Madison County Sheriff’s Office in the investigation were agents from the Iowa Department of Criminal Investigation and State Fire Marshall’s Office, Winterset Fire Department, Winterset Police Department, West Des Moines Police Department and Norwalk Police Department.

AP Exclusive: Pesticide maker tries to kill risk study WASHINGTON (AP) — Dow Chemical is pushing a Trump administration open to scrapping regulations to ignore the findings of federal scientists who point to a family of widely used pesticides as harmful to about 1,800 critically threatened or endangered

species.

Lawyers representing Dow, whose CEO is a close adviser to Trump, and two other manufacturers of organophosphates sent letters last week to the heads of three of Trump’s Cabinet agencies. The companies asked them “to set aside”

the results of government studies the companies contend are fundamentally flawed.

Dow Chemical wrote a $1 million check to help underwrite Trump’s inaugural festivities, and its chairman and CEO, Andrew Liveris, heads a White House man-

ufacturing working group.

The industry’s request comes after EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt announced last month he was reversing an Obama-era effort to bar the use of Dow’s chlorpyrifos pesticide on STUDY | 8A

A new wellness policy could be in place for Creston Community School District before the end of the school year.

Nora Sprague, nutrition director, presented the CCSD Board of Education with a new nutrition component of the wellness policy during Monday’s regular board meeting.

“It’s been brought to our attention for awhile now that we need to update our wellness policy,” Sprague said. “I took it upon myself, at least for nutrition. I’ve made some really good contacts through Cornell University. We have a wellness policy, but it needs to be updated.”

CCSD uses evidence-based strategies from The Smarter Lunchrooms Movement to encourage selection and consumption of healthy food choices in the cafeteria. Sprague’s proposal states all schools participating in the National School Lunch Program will utilize at least five of the following Smarter Lunchroom strategies: • Fruit is offered at two locations on all service lines, one of which is right before the point of sale • Sliced or cut fruit is offered • A variety of mixed whole fruits are displayed in attractive bowls or baskets instead of stainless steel pans • At least two kinds of vegetables are offered • Vegetables are incorporated into the main dish at least monthly • White milk is offered in all beverage coolers • Alternative entree op-

tions are highlighted on posters or signs within all service and dining areas • Students offered a taste test of a new entree at least once a year • Students provide feedback to inform menu development • Students, teachers or administrators share the daily menu in announcements “What you have in front of you is a nutrition wellness policy,” Sprague said. “This doesn’t have anything to do with exercise. This just has to do with what we are offering our children.”

“It’s not meant to be offensive at all, but trying a new entree just once a year?” asked Sharon Snodgrass, C C S D b o a r d member.

“Or maybe at the different sports, with the little kids Snodgrass m a y b e a different something, the middle school kids a different something. I could see just different levels of kids and different habits.”

Sprague noted her proposal is just a list and that at least five of those list items would be put into place.

“We can do more than one entree,” Sprague said.

“The older they get, the more educated palette they have. Your little ones, we want them to eat. So, we’ve got to give them something they’re going to eat.”

No action was taken at Monday’s meeting on the wellness policy proposal, while Business Manager Billie Jo Greene finds the SCHOOLS | 2A

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Team visit: Southwestern Community College men’s basketball players, from left, Nate

Lee of Des Moines, Keegan Wederquist of Emerson and Kevin Shields of Memphis, Tennessee, sign autographs Tuesday afternoon for residents of Creston Specialty Care during the team’s visit to the facility. Team members and coaches introduced themselves to the residents, signed autographs and shared cake and punch in celebration of the team’s national championship.

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DEATHS Bonnie Ridgley Lenox

Bonnie Roe Ridgley 88, of Lenox died Saturday, March 25, 2017, at home.

Memorial services will be 1 p.m.

Saturday, April 22, at the Lenox Community Center.

Part of her ashes will be buried Ridgley under a tree that will be planted in her honor over Memorial Day weekend. The other part of her ashes will receive the same treatment in Miami, Florida, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to an animal care or animal protection charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be left at www. ritchiefuneralhome.com. Arrangements were entrusted to Ritchie Funeral Home, 124 S. Main St., in Lenox.

Bonnie, daughter of Jesse Oscar Roe and Mary Cipra Roe, was born March

7, 1929, in Lenox. Bonnie graduated from Lenox Community High School in 1947.

She continued her education at American Institute of Business in Des Moines, and went on to work for Iowa Girls’ Athletic Association.

While in Des Moines, Bonnie married Herb Benjamin Ridgley and they moved to Indianapolis, Indiana, soon afterwards. They moved to Miami, Florida, in 1957. Bonnie worked as a secretary at Riddle Airlines in Miami Springs, Florida, and helped Herb during the startup of his manufacturing company, Miami Door. In 1964, they moved from Miami Springs to the Kendall area of Miami, Florida. Bonnie became a directory-assistance operator with AT&T, where she worked for 20 years until her retirement.

After Herb passed away in December 2000, Bonnie remained in Miami until May 2015, when she returned to Lenox.

Bonnie is survived by her sister Dorie Roe Key; son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Martha Ridgley and granddaughter IJfke Ridgley.

William Harpin

April 19, 2017, at Greater Regional Medical Center in Creston.

Services are pending at Creston Powers Funeral Home, juncWilliam Harpin, 91, of tion of highways 34 and 25, Creston died Wednesday, in Creston.

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ty Care in Corning.

Funeral services are pendCorning ing at Pearson Family FuRobert Nolte, 88, of Corn- neral Service and Cremation ing died Wednesday, April Center, 701 Seventh St., in 19, 2017, at Corning Special- Corning.

Who stashed gold inside a British piano? It’s a mystery LONDON (AP) — British officials say they’ve been unable to trace the rightful heirs to a trove of gold coins found stashed inside a piano and worth a “life-changing” amount of money.

The school that owns the piano and the tuner who found the gold are now in line for a windfall after a coroner investigating the find declared it treasure. But a couple who owned the piano for three decades before donating it to their local school will likely miss out.

Coroner John Ellery said Thursday that, despite a thorough investigation and a public appeal for information, “we simply do not know” who concealed the coins.

The hoard was discovered last year when the piano was sent for tuning in Shropshire, central England. Under the keyboard — neatly stacked in hand-stitched packages and pouches — were 913 gold sovereigns and half-sovereigns minted in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Piano tuner Martin Back-

house said when he found the pouches and slit open the stitching, he thought: “Ooh, it looks like there’s rather a lot of gold in this.”

The hoard, which weighs 6 kilograms (13 pounds), has not been formally valued. But Peter Reavill of the British Museum has said the trove is worth a “potentially life-changing” amount.

Revenue from items declared “treasure” is generally split between the owner — in this case, the Bishops Castle Community College — and the finder.

The piano was owned for 33 years by Graham and Meg Hemmings, who donated it last year to the school near their home. But Meg Hemmings said she’s not bitter at missing out on treasure that was right under her nose.

“The sadness is, it’s not a complete story,” she said. “They’ve looked and searched for the people and they unfortunately haven’t come forward.

“It’s an incomplete story — but it’s still an exciting story.”

Today is April 20, the 110th day of the year. So, there are 255 days left in 2017. Below are news items from the Creston News Advertiser for this week (April 17-23) in history:

10 years ago Union County Conservation made plans to level the house at 318 N. Pine St. that had been used as its office.

The house, built in 1913, had multiple issues with the foundation, floors and roof.

The Union County Board of Supervisors had bonded $6,500 to demolish the house and another $50,000 for a new building.

The city of Afton passed a vicious dog subsection to its dangerous animals ordinance after a third reading. Afton City Clerk Toni Landers said the subsection was included because of local concern over a pitbull running lose, even though the city didn’t have a big problem.

Cubmaster Rick Foster of Pack 129 presented trophies to Tiger Cub Riley Lumbard, first, and Webelos Andy Gordon, second, and Tanner Mullen, third, at the annual Pinewood Derby at First United Methodist Church.

20 years ago Senior patrolman Pat Henry, who directed the department’s crime prevention unit, was busy meeting with Neighborhood Watch block captains promoting the idea for reflective house numbers. The 4-inch numbers were to be placed within 2 to 3 feet of the doorway.

Henry felt the easily located addresses would complement E911 service and help fire and ambulance personnel as well as policemen.

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appropriate place for the policy to go into the handbook.

Negative balances Sprague also briefed the board on a new state-mandated policy regarding negative balances in the food service programs.

According to the policy, which must go into effect prior to July 1, family accounts will be allowed charges of up to negative $20. No charges will be allowed and students in the family account will be offered a peanut butter or cheese sandwich and milk for a charge of $1. CCSD will not take away a student’s tray because of a negative balance, but will remove any prepackaged item that may be reused and be charged a full lunch.

Students must have avail-

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Keaton Giza, Keagan Kibbe and Eathan Nelson race around the field during St. Malachy PTO Lap-a-thon April 2007 at St. Malachy School.

Byerly and Nathan Studer from Creston FFA donated stuffed animals to local police and sheriff’s departments to be given to children in crisis with the assistance of Project C.O.P.E. Police Chief Bill Heatherington and Union County Sheriff John Coulter, along with Melisa Crook and Angie Brokaw of Project C.O.P.E., accepted the donation.

Three Mile Reservoir Agency board of directors approved dissolution of the group, which was organized in 1955, as business was complete. The 880-acre Three Mile Lake was constructed as a regional water source and recreation area and all that was left to do was the marketing phase with brochures and signs to spread the word about the new area.

Mike Mansour won three events and took second in another at the Panther Re-

lays. Creston’s junior standout dominated the running events, winning the 100-, 200- and 400-meter dashes and nearly claimed the long-jump title.

The Post Office Department was considering a plan to shift the state’s mail transportation from railroads to airlines and trucks and the Iowa Commerce Commission was concerned most of Iowa’s remaining passenger train service would end. The commission sent a letter to Postmaster General Lawrence F. O’Brien asking for an explanation of the financial study used to justify the proposed shift. Six Burlington Railroad passenger trains operating between Chicago and Omaha through Creston were among ones which would be affected. Burlington officials said loss of mail revenue on these trains would make continuation

of the trains difficult.

A bill requiring driver licenses to carry a color picture of the licensee was first voted down in the Iowa House with concerns of increasing the fee by 50 cents for the photo, the possible displeasure of women drivers over the “mug shot” type photo likely to result from a quick camera snap operated by little skilled technicians, lighting in bars and the ease with which people may change their appearance. It passed later in the week by dropping the increased fee and was sent on to the governor.

Creston Bottling Company was ready to bottle and market Fresca, the newest soft drink product from the Coca-Cola Company. It was described as a citrus-based, sugar-free soft drink having only 1 calorie per 4 ounces, but a great refreshment for the whole family, not just the diet conscious.

able funds in the family account to purchase extra items such as a second lunch or a la carte items. Students who are free and reduced status will never be denied a meal, but still must have funds available for extra items.

Any accounts of negative $90 over 30 days will be considered delinquent. All attempts will be made for notification and any partial payment will be considered before further action is taken in collecting a debt.

“This is being mandated by the state that we need to have this policy put in place

by July 1,” Sprague said.

“This is the standard operating procedure for negative meal accounts. The reason this is being mandated is because every school district is having the same problem collecting.

“I’ll guarantee you we’re not going to let any kid go hungry. We’re just not. But, I think parents and guard-

ians need to be aware of the situation.”

During the November school board meeting, Greene reported the district’s outstanding debt in the food service program was approximately $7,000. That was an increase from approximately $6,000 at the conclusion of the 2015-16 school year.

At the time, several accounts had negative balances in excess of $100.

The board entertained the option of using a collection agency to help collect those debts. But, the collection agency would keep 33 percent of all money collected.

Monday, Greene said under Iowa Code, the district does not have the capability of writing off the 33 percent, so the district has elected not

to use a collection agency.

“There’s a common misunderstanding about the school lunch program,” CCSD Superintendent Steve McDermott said. “That is, originally it was intended as lunch, a midday lunch – not the largest meal of the child’s day. How- McDermott ever, for a lot of kids, that is the largest and best, most nutritious meal they have all day.”

Further action on both the wellness policy and the food service negative account policy are expected at the May board meeting.

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

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

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

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

Thursday

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.

Gambler’s Anonymous, 7 p.m., Assembly of God Church, 801 N. Fillmore St., Osceola.

Al-Anon, 7:30 p.m., Crossroads Mental Health Center, 1003 Cottonwood Road.

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

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

Ladies Literary Circle, 1:30 p.m., hosted by Connie Rhine.

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 crazy hat dance, 7:30 to 10 p.m., Creston First United Methodist Church.

Call Bob Cooper at 782-4403 for more information.

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

Saturday

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

Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 308 W. Union St. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 7:30 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

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Monday

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

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

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

Union County Genealogy Society, 6 p.m., Gibson Memorial Library. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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Burgoyne was released on $300 bond.

—————— Jennifer Renee Avey, 25, of Casey was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia 10:45 p.m.

April 13 in Adair County.

According to an Adair County Sheriff report, officers stopped a vehicle near the intersection of Etna Avenue and Highway 92 in Adair County for littering. The driver, Cam Jahnke, and the passenger, Avey, were trying to switch places in the vehicle. Jahnke was suspended and Avey was intoxicated. Jahnke was cited for driving while license was suspended and released. The vehicle was towed.

During an inventory search of the vehicle, marijuana and drug paraphernalia were located on the rear floorboard behind the driver’s seat. Avey admitted the drugs and paraphernalia were hers. Avey was transported to Adair County Sheriff’s Office.

Avey was released on $1,000 bond.

Southern Iowa Regional Housing Authority executive committee meeting, 3 p.m.

Monday, Corning Winery, 2271 State Hwy 148, Corning.

Agenda includes: Election of officers; financial reports - review of project accounts, review of budget control, audit report; communications; reports - project status report; section 8 reports - utilization report, section 8 waiting list, family self sufficiency utilization/narrative, inspection report; public housing reports - maintenance update, public housing utilization; North Taylor Court Apartments; Autumn House; project status - activities: RAC report April 3 RAC meeting; report on SIRHA, Inc. from Murphy Management Service - financial reports, utilization report, audit report; staff meeting report - March 22; report from Washington, D.C. Legislative Conference - March 25-28; report from Iowa NAHRO - April 19-21; public housing assessment system (PHAS) score report; report from staff - Cathy Seddon, executive director; public comment - lim- Miscellaneous ited to one minute; unfinished Suspicious activity, 1:12 business; new business. a.m., April 9.

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Sheriff Traffic complaint, 2:27 John Michael Burgoyne, 39, of Creston was charged p.m., April 9. on an Adair County warrant for fifth-degree theft midnight April 9 in Adair County.

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Medical, 2:40 p.m., April 9.

Traffic complaint, 3:36 p.m., April 9.

Medical, 6:22 p.m., April 9.

Theft, 7:32 p.m., April 9.

Suspicious individual, 8:01 a.m., April 10.

Traffic hazard, 8:50 a.m., April 10.

Traffic hazard, 9 a.m., April 10.

Medical, 5:34 p.m., April 10.

Accident, 6:55 p.m., April 10.

Transport, 7:02 p.m., April 10.

Traffic complaint, 9:12 p.m., April 10.

Medical, 5:37 a.m., April 11.

Traffic complaint, 4:33 p.m., April 11.

Property dispute, 6:52 p.m., April 11.

Traffic hazard, 7:26 p.m., April 11.

Traffic complaint, 9:30 a.m,. April 12.

Traffic complaint, 9:43 a.m., April 12.

Medical, 9:54 a.m., April 12.

Assistance, 11:04 a.m., April 12.

Traffic complaint, 5:25 p.m., April 12.

Animal call, 9:21 p.m., April 12.

Assistance, 10:56 p.m., April 12.

Medical, 7:10 a.m., April 13.

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Traffic complaint, 11:07 Creston Animal Rescue number. If your pet gets lost, a.m., Friday.

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At the clinic, they will A microchip for your pet Traffic complaint, 11:40 can mean the difference be- also scan your pet to see p.m., Friday.

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No, Trump is not a neocon With U.S. missiles flying in Syria, the “mother of all bombs” exploding in Afghanistan and an aircraft carrier strike group heading toward North Korea, has there been a revolution in President Donald Trump’s foreign policy?

His most fervent supporters shouldn’t get overly exercised, and his interventionist critics shouldn’t get too excited. What has been on offer so far is broadly consistent with the Jacksonian worldview that is the core of Trump’s posture toward the world.

Trump’s views are obviously inchoate. He has an attitude rather than a doctrine, and upon leaving office, he surely won’t, like Richard Nixon, write a series of books on international affairs.

What we have learned since he took office is that Trump is not an isolationist. At times, he’s sounded like one. His “America First” slogan (inadvertently) harkened back to the movement to keep

King Features commentary Rich Lowry

us out of World War II. His outlandish questioning of the NATO alliance, an anchor of the West, created the sense that he might be willing to overturn the foundations of the post-World War II order.

This hasn’t come to pass. It’s not possible to be a truly isolationist president of the United States in the 21st century unless you want to spend all your time unspooling U.S. commitments and managing the resulting disruption and crises. And such an approach would undercut the most consistent element of Trump’s approach – namely strength.

His set piece foreign-policy

speeches during the campaign were clear on this. “The world is most peaceful and most prosperous when America is strongest,” he said last April at the Center for the National Interest. “America will continue and continue forever to play the role of peacemaker.

We will always help save lives and indeed humanity itself, but to play the role, we must make America strong again.”

In direct contradiction to isolationism, he said repeatedly on the campaign trail that he would take the war to ISIS and build up our defenses. He even called himself – in a malapropism – “the most militaristic person you will ever meet.”

Now, there is no doubt that the Syrian strike is a notable departure for Trump, and he defended it in unapologetically humanitarian terms. But it’s entirely possible that the strike will only have the narrow purpose of re-establishing

a red line against the use of chemical weapons in Syria and reasserting American credibility.

That is particularly important in the context of the brewing showdown with North Korea, which he roughly forecast in his speech last April. “President Obama watches helplessly as North Korea increases its aggression and expands further and further with its nuclear reach,” Trump said, advocating using economic pressure on China to “get them to do what they have to do with North Korea, which is totally out of control.”

The Tomahawks in Syria and saber rattling at North Korea have Trump’s critics on the right and the left claiming he’s becoming a neoconservative -- a term of abuse that is most poorly understood by the people most inclined to use it.

All neocons may be hawks, but not all hawks are neocons, who are distinctive in their idealism and robust interventionism.

We haven’t heard paeans to democracy from Trump, or clarion calls for human rights. He hasn’t seriously embraced regime change anywhere (even if his foreign-policy officials say Bashar Assad has to go). He shows no sign of a willingness to make a major commitment of U.S. ground troops abroad.

Trump is a particular kind of hawk. The Jacksonian school is inclined toward realism and reluctant to use force, except when a national interest is clearly at stake. As historian Walter Russell Mead writes: “Jacksonians believe that international life is and will remain both violent and anarchic.

The United States must be vigilant, strongly armed. Our diplomacy must be cunning, forceful, and no more scrupulous than any other country’s.”

This tradition isn’t isolationist or neoconservative, and neither is Trump.

Building a roof OKLAHOMA CITY – God bless America, and how’s everybody?

United Airlines stock rebounded sharply Monday after the company announced improvements in its overbooking policy and in its seat-guarantee policy for people with tickets. They’re making it a lot more customer-friendly. For starters, United just waived its $60-dollar passenger removal fee.

President Trump gave a speech in Milwaukee Tuesday to workers at the Snap-On Power Tools manufacturing plant. Trump admitted he’s had to adjust a few of his campaign promises. For instance, he’s dropped plans to build a wall with Mexico in favor of building a roof over North Korea.

Kim Jung Un celebrated the 105th anniversary of the birth of North Korea’s founder by firing a missile that exploded on the launch pad. Everyone’s just mortified. It turns out the reason the chicken crossed the road was to get away from Kim Jung Un’s long-range missiles.

North Korean television on Sunday aired a mock video of a North Korean missile attack that destroys the West Coast of the United States.

An actual attack would leave California, Oregon and Washington state up in smoke. And everybody was wondering why Trump’s been egging them on.

US News and World Report reported on a book that blames the Baby Boom’s self-centeredness for ruining the United States of America. For instance, right now, this very week, every Baby Boomer has one thought. If we could just wait until

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after I die of old age to start World War III, that’d be great.

Facebook killer Steve Stephens shot and killed himself during a police chase Monday. He was spotted by a McDonald’s drive-thru clerk who stalled giving him his fries until the cops arrived. America’s obesity epidemic is so bad that people are blowing their brains out if the fries take too long.

Fox News star Bill O’Reilly faced more female accusers and possible firing Friday, joining Bill Cosby and Bill Clinton in the sexual harassment hall of fame. What is it about guys named Bill? British comedians are licking their chops knowing Prince William is second-in-line to the throne.

President Trump launched a Buy American, Hire American campaign Tuesday. The problem is, Americans like to buy cheaper Chinese goods.

For the last eight years, the only thing that has kept the U.S. economy going was people having to buy a larger T-shirt every three months at Wal-Mart.

President Trump told reporters Tuesday he hopes North Korea can behave without him having to attack.

Meanwhile Kim Jung Un vowed to fire a missile a week until the U.S. Navy goes away. Everybody’s just hoping Donald and Kim are working a secret plan to bomb each other’s hair stylists.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Iowa’s biofuel tax credits are important From Dawn Carlson

President and Chief Executive Officer of Petroleum Marketers and Convenience Stores of Iowa.

Carlson serves on the executive committee of both the Iowa Biodiesel Board and the Petroleum Marketers Association of America.

As Earth Day approaches, April 22, Iowa’s petroleum marketers take pride in the advancement of cleaner burning fuels like biodiesel and ethanol.

We know all too well that the petroleum industry is generally not known for its greenness, but when it comes to biofuels here in Iowa, we excel.

Unfortunately, our state legislature is considering legislation that would take us backwards.

Fuel retailers across the state have made substantial investments in offering and promoting the sale of biofuels. Department of Revenue data shows from 2010 to 2016: • The number of retailers offering biodiesel jumped from 239 to 514.

• The biodiesel (B100) gallons sold increased from 7.4 million gallons to 44.8 million gallons.

• The state’s higher-blend ethanol sales increased 30 percent.

This progress is at risk. The House Appropriations Committee has passed HSB 187, a bill

including an amendment that caps successful retailer biofuel tax credits in a way that would render them utterly unworkable. Under the bill, the per-gallon value of the credits would only be determined after annual sales figures were calculated.

Keeping fuel retailers in the dark as to the value of the credit at the time of the sale is simply infeasible. This would take us backwards in making biofuels available to consumers at a competitive price.

We appreciate the legislature’s efforts to review Iowa’s tax credits while addressing a difficult budget situation. But Iowa’s biofuel tax credits were thoroughly reviewed, updated and extended just last year. Any significant changes to them now would make biofuels less competitive in the marketplace, and undermine expansion investments already begun based on these legislative promises.

Legislative leaders have said one of the factors in lethargic state revenue is the agricultural economy, and the impact of lower commodity prices. Biofuels tax provisions play an important role in mitigating this, and can help drive Iowa’s rural economy to prosperity. Farmers, biofuel producers, retailers, and Iowa consumers all directly benefit

from Iowa’s biofuel tax credits.

In 2016, Iowa produced a record 4.1 billion gallons of ethanol, and a record 305 million gallons of biodiesel. An ABF Economics study shows the increase in economic activity generated by ethanol and biodiesel supported about 42,400 full-time equivalent jobs, generated over $4.7 billion of Iowa’s GDP and more than $2.3 billion of household income.

Our state shouldn’t take this thriving industry for granted.

Continued instability and uncertainty at the federal level with the Renewable Fuel Standard could have grave impact.

The federal tax incentives for biodiesel and cellulosic ethanol have also lapsed. Iowa needs to maintain its support now more than ever to stay competitive.

The states with the most proactive, comprehensive policies will reap the greatest economic benefits of biodiesel and ethanol.

Petroleum distributors in Iowa are proud to be a part of this movement and to promote homegrown Iowa biofuels. On Earth Day, let’s remember that sometimes what’s better for the environment is also better for the economy – if we are wise enough to let biofuels take us down that road.

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Thinking outside the coop: 8 common myths about raising backyard poultry (BPT) – From fresh egg production to natural garden fertilizer, there is no shortage of benefits in raising backyard poultry. But even as families become more familiar with sustainable living and keeping chickens, several poultry myths still exist.

Here to set the record straight for our feathered friends is poultry expert Lisa Steele, creator of the renowned Fresh Eggs Daily brand and author of three top-selling books on the subject. Steele is also a consultant with Tractor Supply Company, the rural lifestyle retailer now celebrating Chick Days with live chicks and ducklings at its stores nationwide.

Here are Steele’s eight most common myths surrounding backyard flocks:

backyard poultry, the time commitment is fairly minimal - maybe 30 minutes daily,” Steele says. Here’s what you can expect: In the morning, chickens will need to be let out and fed; waterers will need to be filled. At some point, eggs will need to be collected. Then, around dusk, after the chickens have wandered back to the coop, the door needs to be locked to protect from predators.

Myth 2: Chickens (and coops) smell.

“Chickens themselves don’t smell, nor does a well-maintained coop,” Steele says. “On average, a chicken produces about 1.5 ounces of manure a day, which is far less than the average dog - not to mention, when composted, it makes wonderful nitrogen-rich ferMyth 1: Chickens are dif- tilizer for a garden.” ficult to care for.

Myth 3: Chickens are “There is, of course, a certain level of responsi- noisy.

“Despite what you may bility required to properly care for any living animal. have heard, chickens are However, when it comes to pretty quiet. In fact, a cluck-

the best benefits of raising poultry, but Steele says not to expect your hen to lay an egg every day. “The average chicken will produce four to five eggs a week, but that will vary depending on the chicken’s age, breed, health and environment. Shorter days, extreme temperatures, molting (growing in new feathers) and other stressors, such as the presence of predators, can all affect egg Myth 4: You need a roost- production,” Steele says. er to get eggs.

Myth 6: Brown eggs are Chickens will lay eggs regardless of whether or more nutritious than white not there is a rooster in the eggs.

“The nutrient content of flock. A male chicken is only needed to fertilize an egg, an egg is based largely on a meaning eggs laid by hens in hen’s diet, not the color of a rooster-less flock can nev- its egg, which is determined er hatch into baby chicks. solely by the chicken’s And while there are some breed,” Steele says. Accordbenefits to having roosters, ing to a study conducted by they aren’t necessary for Mother Earth News magayour hen to produce a bas- zine, a free-roaming chickket of delicious, fresh eggs. en that consumes grass and bugs will lay eggs with less Myth 5: A chicken lays an cholesterol and saturated egg every day. fat and more Vitamin A Fresh eggs to eat and and E, beta-carotene and share with friends are one of Omega-3s than a chicken ing chicken tends to be on par with normal human conversation (60-65 decibels).

In other words, it’s a lot quieter than your neighbor’s barking dog, lawn mower or car alarm,” Steele says.

Roosters are a different story, and some areas prohibit them for that very reason. Be sure to check your local ordinances about keeping backyard poultry!

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fed purely commercial corn/ says. “The truth is, predagrain-based foods. tors are likely already living in your midst. The key to Myth 7: Chickens carry keeping them at bay is to disease. keep your chickens safe in “Chickens don’t carry any an enclosed pen or run area. more risk of disease than a Chicken feed should also be dog or cat. In fact, they love taken up at night and stored to eat ticks and other pesky in predator-proof containers critters known to transmit to reduce the possibility of diseases like Lyme disease, flies and mice.” tapeworm and heartworm,” Now through April, TracSteele explains. “While sal- tor Supply features Chick monella can be transmitted Days, where at nearly evto humans through poultry ery location you can see dander and feces, simply and select live chicks and washing hands after han- ducklings. When it comes dling the chickens keeps the to raising backyard poultry, risk of infection minimal.” Tractor Supply is a one-stop The Centers for Disease shop with coops, equipment, Control and Prevention feed and the expert advice (CDC) also cautions against you need to successfully live poultry inside the home raise chicks into an egg-layand against letting children ing flock. younger than 5 years old For more expert informahandle poultry. tion on safe handling and care for poultry, starting a Myth 8: Chickens attract chicken coop and more, visit rodents and predators.

TractorSupply.com/Chicks.

“Wild predators are not any more attracted to chickens than they are to wild birds, rabbits, squirrels and other small animals,” Steele

How to get the most out of your lawn and snow tools

(BPT) – Remember when you actually had to leave the house to do things?

Today, you could use your smartphone to do all your holiday shopping, order groceries and have them delivered, and then watch all the Oscar-nominated films without ever getting off the couch.

It’s pretty amazing, but

for all the convenience we enjoy with our digital lifestyle, sometimes you need a hands-on, personalized approach. And no one knows this better than those who have taken up the DIY lifestyle, or the millions of Americans who obsess over their lawn.

There might be an app for everything, but when it

comes to the tools you use to keep your lawn in shape, your best bet is to find an outdoor power equipment dealer who can share their expertise with you. Here are five reasons why.

1. Get personalized service. Everyone cares for their lawn differently. One size doesn’t fit all, and this kind of personalized care

needs personalized options.

Working with a dealer can help you learn what’s best for you and best for your lawn.

2. Make the best decisions.

With so much lawn equipment out there, making up your mind can sometimes be overwhelming. Dealers can help you sort through all the products and explain

the different options available to you, such as choosing between gas-powered and battery-powered outdoor power equipment.

3. Learn about service and maintenance. Dealers offer invaluable advice that even yardwork veterans can benefit from. They can tell you the best way to winterize and care for the next generation of lawn care products.

In addition, they work closely with top manufacturers so they can give you valuable information about sales, promotions and warranty offers. Dealers also have service shops that can fix broken equipment or give tools a tune-up to prepare for spring lawn care work.

4. Learn about equipment accessories. Dealers have been working in the lawn care industry for years. With this level of expertise, they can point you towards the equipment accessories that

will help you get the most out of your outdoor power equipment. Dealers stock and sell the largest variety of accessories for your outdoor power equipment needs.

5. Try before you buy.

There’s a reason you don’t buy a car without driving it.

The same should apply to lawn equipment. You want something that feels comfortable in your hands, that isn’t too heavy and has the power you need. Most of the time, you really have to use something before you know if it’s right or not, and some dealers will allow you to try out products at the store before making a decision.

To see what a difference personalized service makes, check out www.husqvarna.com/us/dealer-locator/ to find an outdoor power equipment dealer near you.

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FAMILY CIRCUS®

by Bil Keane

LOCKHORNS® by Hoest & Reiner

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BABY BLUES®

by Rick Kikman & Jerry Scott

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE® by Chris Browne

PAJAMA DIARIES® by Terri Libenson

ZITS® by Scott & Borgman

BLONDIE®

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CRANKSHAFT® by Batiuk & Ayers

DUSTIN® by Steve Kelley and Jeff Parker

HINTS FROM HELOISE Reusing water is a gray area

HOROSCOPE For Friday, April 21, 2017 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Don’t be down in the dumps if you feel cut off from others or lonely today. Many people feel this way. It’s a quick, passing thing. Relax.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20)Someone older or more experienced might criticize you today, especially in a group or class. Bummer. Don’t take it personally. People say things without thinking.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20)This is a poor day to ask parents or bosses for a favor, approval or permission.

There’s no doubt that the answer will be “Talk to the hand.”

CANCER (June 21 to July 22)Travel plans might be difficult today. In fact, someone might squelch your idea for future travel. Discussions about politics or religion might be depressing.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Don’t ask for support, especially financial, from others today because it will not be forthcoming. People are tightfisted and withdrawn today.

(You get the picture.)

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Your feelings might be hurt today, because relationships with partners and close friends are cool and detached. It’s just what’s happening. Don’t make a big deal about it.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Someone more experienced at work might be on your case today. They might criticize you or your work. Obviously, avoid this situation if you can.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21)Children might feel like they are an increased responsibility today, which is naturally hard on you. Likewise, romance might disappoint. Oh well. It’s one of those days.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Plans to entertain at home or redecorate might be stalled because of finances or disapproval from someone. Just pull back a little and choose a better time in the future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You might fall into worry mode today. Remember: “Worry is like a rocking chair.

It gives you something to do, but gets you nowhere.”

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You will be careful with spending your money today, because you feel a bit broke.

This is why if you’re out shopping today, you will buy long-lasting, practical items.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)You might feel cut off from others today, which makes you feel lonely. Many people feel this way today, so it’s not just you. It’s just this particular day. Tomorrow is a much better day!

YOU BORN TODAY You set high standards for yourself and others, which is why you work hard. Fortunately, you reward yourself with creature comforts and life’s pleasures.

You are now heading into one of the most powerful years of your life - a time of accumulation. Whatever you have done during the past will now ripen, because it’s your time of fruition. This also is a good year to buy and sell.

Birthdate of: Queen Elizabeth II, monarch; James McAvoy, actor; Pattie Lupone, singer/actress. (c) 2017 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Dear Heloise: Calling all RECYCLING WARRIORS! Have you considered recycling water used in your home? You should!

Household water that can be reused is called “gray water,” and it comes from washing dishes (water from dishwashing in the sink must be free of grease and oils), washing clothes (no liquid fabric- softener residue), bathing and showering, and catching rainwater outside.

Watering the lawn is a popular use for gray water.

Collecting the water can be as simple as grabbing buckets when it is raining, setting them outside and pouring the collected water on your garden. Check out some articles online. – Amy R., Latrobe, Pa. Great ways to reuse water! Keep buckets of water away from toddlers, for safety’s sake. Also, mark on the buckets or a large plastic trash can how much water you “captured” so you actually can see how much water you are recycling as you save on your water bill – that’s pretty cool! – Hel-

oise PAINTED-ON JEANS Dear Heloise: Paint samples aren’t just for paint! I have several pairs of jeans in nonstandard colors. This can make buying coordinating tops a challenge.

I found that paint samples matching the colors of the jeans make shopping much easier. I get paint samples at the hardware store or bigbox retailer. I label them and keep them in my purse for easy access. – Kathy A., Salem, Ore. FLOOR SHINE! Dear Heloise: I mop my kitchen floor, but it never looks really shiny – help! – Olga G. in Texas Olga, help is on the way.

When you are mopping the floor, empty THE WATER BUCKET as often as you can. Then add 1/2 cup of vinegar to about a gallon of warm water and go over the floor again with a mop that you use just for this purpose.

(If your kitchen flooring is hardwood, use vinegar only on sealed hardwood floors.)

Vinegar is one of my favorite go-to household helpers.

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Afton ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, Browning and Filmore Streets, William Richardson, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Bible study and youth. Saturday, 7:25 a.m. “In the Mirror” radio program on Creston Radio.

ST. EDWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 104 W. Union St., Rev. Ken Halbur, pastor.

Sunday, 10:45 a.m. Mass; after Mass, confession and sacramental meditation until 1 p.m. Tuesday, 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Adoration; 8:30 a.m. Mass. Wednesday, 6:15 p.m. religious education fun day.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

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

Arispe

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 11 a.m. worship.

Beaconsfield

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, June Nolte Davis, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service; 10:30 a.m. worship service in Kellerton.

Clearfield

AREA BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Ron Christian, pastor; 641-336-2409; website www.areabiblefellowship.org.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship service; 11:15 a.m. Sunday school.

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

CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Sherry Wiley, lay speaker.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Michael Shaffer, pastor.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. worship.

Corning

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 907 Grove Ave., Ken Rummer, pastor.

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

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 901 Nodaway St., Andrew Bardole, pastor.

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

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH, Dan Lamgo, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. prayer service.

MESSIANIC MISSION SEVENTH DAY, 405 11th St. Sabbath services, second and fourth Saturdays. Call 641-3223386 for time and place.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 800 17th St., Philip Ritter, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school and adult Bible study; 10:45 a.m. worship with Holy Communion. Wednesday, 9 a.m.

Bible study.

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 504 Grove, Ave., Lazarus Kirigia, pastor.

Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Mass.

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Mass; 7 p.m. youth group. Wednesday, 2 to 5 p.m. religious education classes.

Creston

ABUNDANT LIFE FAMILY CHURCH, 500 S. Birch St., Douglas R. Brunell, pastor, (641) 782-5766, email alfc@ iowatelecom.net; website www.

AbundantLifeFamilyChurch.com.

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. children’s church and worship service.

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. worship and Kid’s Club. Thursday, 6:30 a.m. Men of Honor; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Light Switch teens.

APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 600 N. Lincoln St., Paul Vandevender, pastor, 782-5594.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school and worship service; 5:30 p.m. prayer time; 6 p.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. worship service. Home Bible study, call 782-5594.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 510 S. Poplar St., Timothy Haynie, evangelist, 641-344-3201.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school and donuts; 11 a.m. worship and Lord’s Supper; 6:30 p.m. Sunday night service.

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Bible study for all ages.

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

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Praise and Inspiration, Judy Hoakison, leader; 9:30 a.m. church school classes; 10:30 a.m. morning worship, Ken Mallas, presider; Darl Ferguson, speaker.

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

Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery; 9 p.m. Light Company at SWCC, Room IC120. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:45 a.m. worship; 6 p.m. cancer support ministry meeting. Tuesday, 9 to 10:30 a.m. women’s Bible study; 6:30 p.m. GriefShare, DivorceCare; 6:30 to 8 p.m. women’s Bible study: The Prophet Elisha. Wednesday, 7 a.m. prayer meeting; 6:30 p.m. TeamKID, youth group and adult Bible study.

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

Thursday, 7 p.m.

Riley Missionary Circle – Earldean Miller. Friday, 6:30 p.m. mother/daughter retreat - IRB Camp.

Saturday, mother/daughter retreat - IRB Camp; 10 a.m. baby shower for Kimberly Ibbotson FBC Fellowship Hall. Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship service with BMM missionary, Paul Avery; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school/ABF hour; noon Dynamic Ambassadors’ carry-in lunch - Fellowship Hall; 5 p.m. missions’ committee meeting; 5 p.m. Melody Makers choir practice; 6 p.m. family worship service with BMM missionaries, Paul and Joanna Avery. Tuesday, 1 p.m. ladies’ Bible study - Deloris Barnett. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.

AWANA clubs and Jr. High TREK, senior high youth group, college/career group at Earldean Miller, adult prayer meeting and Bible study; 8 p.m. Triumphant Praise choir rehearsal. FridaySaturday(28-29), counselor training - IRB Camp.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 301 E. Townline St., Tony Thurston, pastor. Email: fcccreston@gmail. com.

Thursday, 2 p.m. Mary Circle; 7 p.m. Rebecca Circle. Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school, 10 a.m. worship service; 11 a.m. coffee fellowship. Monday, 1:30 p.m. “Tootles” (games/crafts) in Fellowship Hall. Wednesday, 6 p.m. praise and worship service.

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

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 702 W. Prairie St., the Rev. Jim Woodworth, pastor.

Thursday, 7 p.m. mission.

Friday, 1:30 p.m. crafting workshop. Sunday, Daylight Savings; 9:15 a.m. adult Sunday school; 9:30 a.m. youth Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship. Monday, 6 p.m. finance. Tuesday, 1 p.m. Stitch, Knit and Quilt; 6:30 p.m. Lenten Bible study. Wednesday, 9 a.m.

Lenten Bible study; 5:30 p.m.

Joyful Noise; 6 p.m. Christian education; 8 p.m. ASP. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 400 N. Elm St., Jodi Rushing, pastor. Call 641-7822427, 641-782-7267. Email: fumc. creston@gmail.com. Facebook: Creston First United Methodist Church. Office hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to noon Friday.

Thursday, 6:30 p.m. prayer meeting; 7 p.m. evening circle.

Friday, 6:30 to 10 p.m. Union Squares. Sunday, 8:30 a.m.

Disciple Sunday school; 9:30 a.m. worship service - camp Sunday; 10 a.m. Hispanic worship service - education building; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Monday, 5 p.m. TOPS; 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts; 6:30 p.m. education committee.

Tuesday, 9 a.m. Summit House Bible study; 1:30 p.m. Crest Ridge; 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts; 7 p.m. Boy Scouts. Wednesday, 1:30 p.m.

ACTS; 6 p.m. handbell rehearsal; 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts; 7 p.m. choir rehearsal. Thursday(27), 12:05 p.m. UMM; Change World garage sale set up.

GOD’S OUTREACH DELIVERANCE INTERNATIONAL, 306 N. Oak St., 641-278-1173, Pastor JoAnna Davis. www.godsoutreachdeliveranceintl.com.

Thursday, 7 p.m. women’s group (first and third Thursdays); 7 p.m. men’s fellowship at 901 E. Irving St. (second and fourth Thursdays). Friday, 6:30 p.m.

Friday Night Fire service. Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service with children’s church. Monday, 4 to 5:15 p.m. after school children’s ministry (ages 5 to 12 years old); 5:15 to 5:30 p.m. children’s choir; 5:15 p.m. free community meal; 6:15 to 7 p.m. “Let’s Talk” ministry for young men ages 13 and older.

Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. mid-week service.

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

Friday, 7 a.m. Mass - St. Malachy Chapel; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ReRun shop. Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon ReRun shop; 4:30 to 5 p.m. confession; 5:15 p.m. Mass.

Sunday, 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. confession; 9 a.m. Mass. Monday, 5 to 6 p.m. adoration; 6 p.m.

Satan’s convention Satan called a worldwide convention. In his opening address to his evil angels, he said, “We can’t keep the Christians from going to church. We can’t keep them from reading their Bibles and knowing the truth.

“We can’t even keep them from conservative values. But we can do something else. We can keep them from forming an intimate, abiding relationship experience in Christ.

If they gain that connection with Jesus, our power over them is broken.

“So let them go to church, let them have their conservative lifestyles, but steal their time so they can’t gain that experience in Jesus Christ. This is what I want you to do, angels. Distract them from gaining hold of their Savior and maintaining that vital connection throughout their day.”

“How shall we do this?” shouted his angels.

“Keep them busy in the non-essentials of life and invent un-numbered schemes to occupy their minds,” he answered. “Tempt them to spend, spend, spend, then, borrow, borrow, borrow.

Convince the wives to go to work for long hours and the husbands to work 6 or 7 days a week, 10-12 hours a day, so they can afford their lifestyles. Keep them from spending time with their children. As their family fragments, soon their homes will offer no escape from the pressures of work.

“Overstimulate their minds so that they cannot hear that still small voice.

Entice them to play the radio or cassette player whenever they drive, to keep the TV, VCR, CDs and their PCs going conMass - church; after Mass, CRHP team meeting - hall. Tuesday, noon to 5 p.m. ReRun shop; 7 p.m. Crest Area for Life meeting.

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

ReRun shop; 7 p.m. high school and RE student’s Mass, - church; 7 p.m. Knights of Columbus officers meeting, - Hall. Thursday(27), 7 a.m. Mass - St. Malachy Chapel.

JERUSALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1965 REA Road, Rev. Jim W. Morris, pastor.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Bible study; 9 a.m worship.

KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES, 1000 Cottonwood St. Sunday, 10 a.m. public talk and Watchtower study. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Christian Life and ministry meeting.

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD I.M. “Mana del Cielo” The Rev. Miguel Delgado, phone 515473-2527.

Saturday, noon worship.

Sunday, 1:30 p.m. worship.

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

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

SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, 602 W. Townline St., 641-7822920. Brian Jack, pastor. Website: www.salemluth.net.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship with Pastor Mark Mattes. Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. quilting. Wednesday, 7 p.m. confirmation. Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. spring sale drop off.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 104 N. Oak St. Saturday, 10 a.m. worship service; 11 a.m. Sabbath school.

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stantly in their homes. And see to it that every store and restaurant in the world plays non-biblical music constantly. This will jam their minds and break that union with Christ.

“Fill their coffee tables with magazines and newspapers. Pound their minds with the news 24 hours a day. Invade their driving moments with billboards.

Flood their mailboxes with mail, sweepstakes, mail order catalogues and every kind of newsletter and promotional offering, free products, services and false hopes.

“Even in their recreation, let them be excessive. Have them return from their recreation exhausted, disquieted and unprepared for the coming week. Don’t let them go out in nature to reflect on God’s wonders.

Send them to amusement parks, sporting events, concerts and movies instead.

“And when they meet for spiritual fellowship, involve them in gossip and small talk so that they leave with troubled consciences and unsettled emotion.

“Let them be involved in soul-winning. But crowd their lives with so many good causes they have no time to seek power from Christ. Soon they will be working in their own strength, sacrificing their health and family unity for the good of the cause.”

It was quite a convention in the end. And the evil angels went eagerly to their assignments causing Christians everywhere to get busy, busy, busy and rush here and there.

Has the devil been successful at his scheme? You be the judge.

N. Cherry St. (corner of Townline and Cherry streets).

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

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

ST. JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 601 S. Maple St., Rick Titus, pastor.

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

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 800 N. Sumner Ave., Creston; 1111 E. South St., Mount Ayr; the Rev. John B. Rutz, pastor, 641-7825095, http://TrinityCreston.org.

Mount Ayr: Thursday, 5 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Divine service with Holy Communion. Sunday, 10 a.m. Easter Sunday Divine service with Holy Communion.

Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Bible class.

Creston: Thursday, 7 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Divine service with Holy Communion. Friday, 7 p.m. Good Friday Tenebrae service. Sunday, 8 a.m. Easter Sunday Divine service with Holy Communion, 9 a.m. Easter breakfast. Monday, 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool; 6:30 p.m.

LifeLight Bible study. Tuesday, 6:30 a.m. Early Risers Bible study; 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool; 1 p.m. LifeLight Bible study. Wednesday. 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool; 6 p.m. confirmation classes and F.L.O.C.K. Thursday(20), 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool.

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST CONGREGATIONAL, 501 W. Montgomery St., the Rev. Jim Woodworth, pastor.

Friday, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting.

Sunday, Daylight Savings; 9:15 a.m. worship services. Tuesday, 3 to 5 p.m. Crisis Fund Center open; 5 to 6 p.m. Open Table - Christian Church. Wednesday, 9:30 a.m.

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

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

Ellston

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Bruce Giese, pastor. Website: www.ellstonumc.org.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship.

Greenfield

CORNERSTONE FELLOWSHIP EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 2158 Highway 92, Andrew Hanna, pastor, office 641-743-0221.

Website: www.welcometocornerstone.org.

Thursday, 6:30 p.m. mom’s night out. Friday, 11 a.m. J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth). Saturday, 9 a.m. women’s ministry team meeting. Sunday, 9 to 10 a.m. congregational meeting; 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. worship service; 6 to 8 p.m. life groups. Monday, 5:30 p.m. strategic leadership team (SLT) meeting. Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. life groups. Wednesday, noon to 1 p.m. prayer time (everyone welcome); 6:20 to 8 p.m.

Awana awards night; 6:30 to 8 p.m. youth group at The Corner.

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

Website: www.stjohngreenfield. parishesonline.com.

St. John’s — Friday, 8:30 a.m.

Mass; 10:15 a.m. Mass at Good Samaritan in Fontanelle. Saturday, 5:15 p.m. Mass. Sunday, 8:15 a.m.

Mass. Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. Mass.

Wednesday, 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Faith Formation youth program.

Thursday, 8:30 a.m. Mass.

St. Patrick’s — Massena— Sunday, 10:15 a.m. Mass.

Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. Mass.

Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. Mass.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 108 S.W. 5th St. Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service; 10 a.m. coffee and fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

Tuesday, 3:30 to 6 p.m. food bank and children’s clothes closet open; 6:30 p.m. worship service.

Thursday, 12:30 p.m. worship service.

Hopeville

HOPEVILLE COMMUNITY CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor, 641-338-2248.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship service.

Lenox

CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 1007 W. Temple St., Karla Lyddon, pastor.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 401 W. Michigan St., Tim Maxa, pastor, 641-333-4214.

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

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CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Karen Norton, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. fellowship; 10 a.m. worship; 10 a.m. Sunday school; 5 p.m. confirmation class. Monday, 1 p.m. quilting.

Wednesday, 1 p.m. quilting; 5 p.m. prayer group; 6 p.m. adult Bible study.

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

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Lorimor, George Henriksen, pastor.

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

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship.

Macksburg

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

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

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

Sunday school. Third Thursday, United Methodist Women.

Murray

BAPTIST CHURCH, Alex Bauman, pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. worship services. Wednesday, 7 p.m.

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 430 Third St., Brian McCracken, pastor, 641-340-0474, bmac2366@yahoo. com; Tyler Schultz, associate pastor, 720-670-7319, tschultz3324@ gmail.com; office, 641-447-2569, office@murraychurchofchrist.org; website, www.murraychurchofchrist.org.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. early worship service; 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:35 a.m. worship service. Wednesday, 3:30 p.m.

JAM for K-5; 6:30 p.m. meal; 7 p.m. adult Bible study and youth groups K-12. Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. food pantry (by appointment other days, call the office).

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

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

Orient

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

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

Sunday school; 10 a.m. adult Bible study.

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

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship service.

Prescott

PRESCOTT UNITED CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 401 6th Ave., Mary O’Riley, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. adult Sunday school; 10 a.m. children’s Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship; 11 a.m. community potluck dinner for Gordon and Sylvia Mullinix in fellowship hall. Sunday through Saturday, pastor on call for CHI Mercy Hospital in Corning.

Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. pastor in office; 1 and 7 p.m. quilting in fellowship hall. Wednesday, 8 p.m. church board meeting.

Thursday(27), 10:30 a.m. CHI Mercy Hospital chapel service; 11 a.m. CHI Hospital chaplain meeting.

Shannon City

SHANNON CITY COMMUNITY CHURCH, Lila Dell Greene, pastor.

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

Sharpsburg

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Michael Shaffer, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. worship.

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Tim Maxa, pastor.

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

Stringtown

STRINGTOWN COMMUNITY CHURCH, junction of Highway 34 and Sycamore Ave., Tony Johnson, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. worship service.

Thayer

PLEASANT VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship service.

Tingley

CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Al Rusk, pastor.

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Bruce Giese, pastor.

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

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Pruitt declined to answer questions from reporters Wednesday as he toured a polluted Superfund site in Indiana. A spokesman for the agency later told AP that Pruitt won’t “prejudge” any potential rule-making decisions as “we are trying to restore regulatory sanity to EPA’s work.”

The letters to Cabinet heads, dated April 13, were obtained by The Associated Press. As with the recent human studies of chlorpyrifos, Dow hired its own scientists to produce a lengthy rebuttal to the government studies.

Over the past four years, government scientists have compiled an official record running more than 10,000 pages indicating the three pesticides under review — chlorpyrifos, diazinon and malathion — pose a risk to nearly every endangered species they studied. Regulators at the three federal agencies, which share responsibilities for enforcing the Endangered Species Act, are close to issuing findings expected to result in new limits on how and where the highly toxic pesticides can be used.

“We have had no meetings with Dow on this topic and we are reviewing petitions as they come in, giving careful consideration to sound science and good policymaking,” said J.P. Freire, EPA’s associate administrator for public affairs. “The administrator is committed to listening to stakeholders affected

by EPA’s regulations, while also reviewing past decisions.”

The office of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, who oversees the Natural Marine Fisheries Service, did not respond to emailed questions.

A spokeswoman for Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, who oversees the Fish and Wildlife Service, referred questions back to EPA. The EPA’s recent biological evaluation of chlorpyrifos found the pesticide is “likely to adversely affect” 1,778 of the 1,835 animals and plants accessed as part of its study, including critically endangered or threatened species of frogs, fish, birds and mammals. Similar results were shown for malathion and diazinon.

In a statement, the Dow subsidiary that sells chlorpyrifos said its lawyers asked for the EPA’s biological assessment to be withdrawn because its “scientific basis was not reliable.”

“Dow AgroSciences is committed to the production and marketing of products that will help American farmers feed the world, and do so with full respect for human health and the environment, including endangered and threatened species,” the statement said. “These letters, and the detailed scientific analyses that support them, demonstrate that commitment.”

FMC Corp., which sells malathion, said the withdrawal of the EPA studies would allow the necessary time for the “best available” scientific data to be compiled.

“Malathion is a critical tool in protecting agriculture from damaging pests,” the company said.

Diazinon maker Makhteshim Agan of North America Inc., which does business under the name

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Environmental advocates said Wednesday that criticism of the government’s scientists was unfounded.

The methods used to conduct EPA’s biological evaluations were developed by the National Academy of Sciences.

Brett Hartl, government affairs director for the Center for Biological Diversity, said Dow’s experts were trying to hold EPA scientists to an unrealistic standard of data collection that could only be achieved under “perfect laboratory conditions.”

“You can’t just take an endangered fish out of the wild, take it to the lab and then expose it to enough pesticides until it dies to get that sort of data,” Hartl said.

“It’s wrong morally, and it’s illegal.”

Organophosphorus gas was originally developed as a chemical weapon by Nazi Germany. Dow has been selling Chlorpyrifos for spraying on citrus fruits, apples, cherries and other crops since the 1960s. It is among the most widely used agricultural pesticides in the United States, with Dow selling about 5 million pounds domestically each year.

As a result, traces of the chemical are commonly found in sources of drinking water. A 2012 study at the University of California at Berkeley found that 87 percent of umbilical-cord blood samples tested from newborn babies contained detectable levels of chlorpyrifos.

In 2005, the Bush administration ordered an end to residential use of diazinon to kill yard pests such as ants and grub worms after determining that it poses a human health risk, particularly to children. However it is still approved for use by farmers, who spray it on fruits and vegetables.

Malathion is widely sprayed to control mosquitoes and fruit flies. It is also an active ingredient in some shampoos prescribed to children for treating lice.

A coalition of environmental groups has fought in court for years to spur EPA to more closely examine the risk posed to humans and endangered species by pesticides, especially organophosphates.

“Endangered species are the canary in the coal mine,” Hartl said. Since many of the threatened species are aquatic, he said they are often the first to show the effects of long-term chemical contamination in rivers and lakes used as sources of drinking water by humans.

Dow, which spent more than $13.6 million on lobbying in 2016, has long wielded substantial political power in the nation’s capital. There is no indication the chemical giant’s influence has waned.

When Trump signed an executive order in February mandating the creation of task forces at federal agencies to roll back government regulations, Dow’s chief executive was at Trump’s side.

“Andrew, I would like to thank you for initially getting the group together and for the fantastic job you’ve done,” Trump said as he signed the order during an Oval Office ceremony. The president then handed his pen to Liveris to keep as a souvenir.

Rachelle Schikorra, the director of public affairs for Dow Chemical, said any suggestion that the company’s $1 million donation to Trump’s inaugural committee was intended to help influence regulatory decisions is “completely off the mark.”

“Dow actively participates in policymaking and political processes, including political contributions to candidates, parties and causes, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws,” Schikorra said. “Dow maintains and is committed to the highest standard of ethical conduct in all such activity.”

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Sunday, April 23- 9:00AM Lenox, IA. Furniture & Collectables, Wildlife Mounts, Guns, Traps, Tools, Lawn Tractor, Boat/Trailer for Jack & Millie Smith. Auctioneers: Jack Kretzinger, Dan Kretzinger, Tony Douglas.

Saturday, April 29- 9:00AM Afton, IA. Tools, Shop items, Antique Tractors, Horse Drawn Machinery, Buggies, Carriages, Farm Primitives for Alice Austin & the late Gary Austin. Auctioneers: Todd Crill, Matt Johnston, Nathan Ramsey.

Sunday, April 30- 10:00AM Afton, IA. (9) Model T Automobiles, Ford Model T Tractor, Model A Tudor, Model T Parts, Frames, Wheels & Accessories for Alice Austin & the late Gary Austin. Auctioneers: Todd Crill, Matt Johnston, Nathan Ramsey.

Saturday, May 13- 10:00AM Creston, IA. Tools/Shop Items, Appliances, Housewares, Furniture, Antiques, Collectibles, Rock Collection, Lapidary Items, 2000 Buick LeSabre for Shirley Henry and the late John Henry Estate and Al and Clarine Abramowitz. Auctioneer: Todd Crill.

Saturday, May 13- 10:00AM Creston, IA. Real Estate & Personal Property for Holy Spirit Catholic Church & Calvary Cemetery and former assets of the late Roberta Ambrose, sellers. Auctioneers: Tom Frey, Darwin West, Steve Bergren.

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Tornado damages buildings in west-central Iowa CARROLL (AP) — Authorities say a brief tornado has knocked down or damaged trees and outbuildings but caused no injuries in west-central Iowa’s Carroll County.

National Weather Service meteorologist Craig Cogil says the twister was spotted around 8 p.m. Wednesday

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Solid contact: Carson Cooper of Creston hits the ball down the first base line Tuesday evening during a scrimmage of local little league teams at VFW Field in Creston. Little league seasons begin this week and last through the summer.

about two miles southwest of Carroll. Quarter-size hail soon was reported in Glidden, and power outages were reported after lines were downed near Halbur.

Cogil says power poles also were toppled near Randall in Hamilton County, which is northeast of Carroll.

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By RYAN KRONBERG CNA sports editor rkronberg@crestonnews.com

LENOX — Bedford/Lenox senior Jared Hensley did not want his final memory on the wrestling mat to be the way his senior campaign ended.

Hensley’s season came to an end one match shy of the state tournament at the Class 2A District meet this past February in Harlan when he placed third in a loaded bracket at 120 pounds.

He has decided to give wrestling another opportunity for the next five years.

Hensley recently signed his letter of intent to wrestle at Upper Iowa University in Fayette. He’ll begin wrestling for the Peacocks this fall.

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Bedford/Lenox senior wrestler Jared Hensley, front, center, signs his letter of intent to wrestle collegiately at Upper Iowa University in Fayette. Looking on is his mother Val, front, left, father JD, front, right, and assistant coach Lynn Christensen, back, during the ceremony recently in Lenox.

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Southwestern community college sophmores Maleika (front center) and Julanie (front right) Carter pose for a photo after signing on to continue their basketball careers at Grand View University. Mother Tina Carter-Shields sits beside them. Situated behind are, left, current SWCC women’s basketball coach Addae Houston and Grand View assistant women’s basketball coach Kelli Greenway.

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The middle school boys track and field teams hosted a meet Tuesday at the high school track and came up second only to Harlan in consistency between the seventh and eighth grade squads.

The seventh grade Panthers finished third with 75 team points while the eighth grade Panthers finished just 10 points behind Harlan, 162 to 152.

Seventh-graders Payten Bierle and Eric Rodriguez earned second and third in the 400 meter dash. The Panthers competed toward the top in many relays and finished in second place in the 4x100, 4x400, sprint medley and shuttle hurdle.

The eighth grade finished strong in the field events, finishing with the top three spots in the shot put, with Keagan Smith in first Andy Weis in second and Steven Mills in third.

Brance Baker and Cael Kralik both tied for second in the high jump with leaps of 5 feet and 2 inches.

To end the night, the 4x100 and 4x400 relay teams took first place.

Creston results 7th grade results — 1. Harlan 145, 2. Winterset 104, 3. Creston 75, 4. Kuemper Catholic 70, 5.

Roms 58, 6. Clarinda 56.50, 7.

Atlantic 45.

Discus — 1.

Dakota Swanson, Wint, 105-7; 2. Luke Tebbenkamp, Crest, 90-8; 14.

Andre Davis, Crest, 52-9.

High Jump — 1. Baylor Bergren, Roms, 4-10.

Long Jump — 1. Dawson Forgy, Wint, 15-10; 4. Chris Wells, Crest, 13-10; 7. Payten Bierle, Crest, 13-0; 13. Lucas Veatch, Crest, 11-7.

Shot put — 1. Cal Wanniger, Kuem, 31-7; 5. Kane Bowers, Crest, 27-11; 19. Andre Davis, Crest, 17-11; 20. Tyler Loudon,

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800 sprint medley — 1.

Kuemper Catholc, 2:01.57; 2.

Creston, (Kane Bowers, Lucas Veatch, Eric Rodriguez, Avery Fuller), 2:04.12.

4x800 — 1. Harlan, 11.11.07.

Shuttle hurdle relay — 1.

Atlantic, 1:20.71; 2. Creston, (Avery Fuller, Kyle Dillinger, Ethan Sturm, Garrett McClaren), 1:21.11.

100 meter dash — 1. Dawson Forgy, Wint, 12.87; 4. Chris Wells, Crest, 14.38; 8. Kane Bowers, Crest, 15.74; 16. Adam Short, Crest, 18.18; 19. Andre Davis, Crest, 20.57.

1600 distance medley — 1.

Kuemper Catholic, 4:37.97; 5.

Creston, (Luke Tebbenkamp, Skyler Wilson, Chase Perescando, Isaac Sheilds), 5:14.34.

400 meter dash — 1. Joseph Moser, Har, 58.16; 3. Payten Bierle, Crest, 1:04.54; 4. Eric Rodriguez, Crest, 1:05.23; 8.

Avery Fuller, Crest, 1:11.44.

4x200 meter relay — 1.

Winterset, 1:53.00; 4. Creston, (Kane Bowers, Lucas Veatch, Luke Tebbenkamp, Skyler Wilson), 2:08.00.

100 meter hurdles — 1. Joseph Fah, Har, 17.12; 12. Kyle Dillinger, Crest, 21.94.

800 meter run — 1. Baylor Bergren, Roms, 2:27.11; 11. Isaac Sheilds, Crest, 3:08.27.

200 meter dash — 1. Joseph Moser, Har, 25.75; 5. Payten Bierle, Crest, 28.84; 6. Chris Wells, Crest, 29.05; 19. Tyler Loudon, Crest, 39.96.

1600 meter run — 1. Baylor Bergren, Roms, 5:18.44; 5. Derek Paup, Crest, 5:40.94.

4x100 relay — 1. Roms, 55.02; 2. Creston, (Payten Bierle, Skyler Wilson, Chase Perescando, Chris Wells), 56.21.

4x400 relay — 1. Harlan, 4:34.66; 2.

Creston, (Eric

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Creston seventh-graders Kane Bowers and Lucas Veatch exchange the first handoff in the unit’s second-place winning sprint medley race.

Rodriguez, Lucas Veatch, Khalil Sherrod, Derek Paup), 4:42.16.

8th grade results — 1. Harlan 162, 2. Creston 152, 3. Kuemper Catholic 75, 4. Winterset 70, 5.

Clarinda 53, 6. Atlantic 37, 7. Red Oak 8.

Discus — 1. Kegan Smith, Crest, 118-6; 4. Andy Weis, Crest, 95-4; 13. Jackson Kinsella, Crest, 70-11.

High Jump — 1. Chad Martin, Kuemp, 5-4; 2. Brance Baker, Crest, 5-2; 2. Cael Kralik, Crest, 5-2.

Long Jump — 1. Michael Erlemeier, Har, 16-10; 10. Garon Wurster, Crest, 14-5; 16. Brodie Wallace, Crest, 13-4.5; 17. Kolby Hulett, Crest, 13-3.5; 23. Kadon

Bolton, Crest, 11-11.5.

Shot put — 1. Keagan Smith, Crest, 40-0; 2. Andy Weis, Crest, 38-7; 3. Steven Mills, Crest, 37-0; 800 sprint medley — 1. Harlan, 1:50.27; 4. Creston, (Gavin Shawler, Kolby Hulett, James Kunz, Garon Wurster), 2:04.10.

4x800 — 1. Harlan, 10:03.44; 3. Creston, (Jackson Kinsella, Daniel Merritt, Brodie Wallace, James Kunz), 10:07.94.

Shuttle hurdle relay — 1.

Creston, (Garon Wurster, Andy Weis, Britain Miller, Brance Baker), 1:12.74.

100 meter dash — 1. Cael Kralik, Crest, 12.56; 11. Steven Mills, Crest, 14.73; 20. Tyson Stuart, Crest, 16.41.

1600 distance medley — 1.

Harlan, 4:24.24; 2. Creston, (Garon Wurster, Jon Kendrik, Kolby Hulett, Keagan Trembly), 4:25.76.

400 meter dash — 1. Eli Monson, Har, 59.85; 7. Kadon Bolton, Crest, 1:11.98; 11. Nate Wells, Crest, 1:17.81.

4x200 meter relay — 1. Harlan, 1:48.30; 4. Creston, (Gavin Shawler, Jon Kendrick, Jackson Kinsella, James Kunz), 1:52.72.

100 meter hurdles — 1. Reied Schilb, Clar, 15.36; 3. Brance Baker, Crest, 16.07; 7. Britain Miller, Crest, 18.63; 14. Nate Wells, Crest, 20.41.

800 meter run — 1. Jacob Schechinger, Har, 2:27.60; 3.

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Freeman finished in eighth, Rutz grabbed 10th.

Jackson Kinsella, Crest, 2:34.24; 5. Brodie Wallace, Crest, 2:35.25; 10. Jeremy Rutz, Crest, 2:38.81; 13. Ethan Freeman, Crest, 2:48.24.

200 meter dash — 1. Brenden Bartley, Har, 25.59; 3. Jon Kendrick, Crest, 27.45; 6. Kolby Hulett, Crest, 29.06; 9. Brodie Wallace, Crest, 30.06; 13. Kadon Bolton, Crest, 32.32; 1600 meter run — 1. Clayton Stafford, Crest, 5:13.05; 5. Daniel

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NASCAR THIS WEEK

Off-week

SPEED FREAKS A couple questions we had to ask — ourselves With Jimmie in the books, who’s the next star to get first 2017 win?

GODSPEAK: I got to go with Denny Hamlin winning Bristol.

Seems like a good fit.

KEN’S CALL: Easy one, I think: Kyle Busch. Assuming the Gibbs team used the off-week for a little R&D. Will Jimmie Johnson (81 wins) eventually pass Jeff Gordon (93)?

GODSPEAK: If Jimmie can get to 94 or better, that puts him third on the all-time list. Yep, it’s gonna happen.

KEN’S CALL: If he wants to, he will. It depends on if he wants to race more than another couple of years.

Up to speed on the latest AllStar Race format?

GODSPEAK: It’s a bit confusing, but with the gumball tires for the last 10 laps, that catches my attention.

KEN’S CALL: Like the idea of tire options; can’t wait for the hard-versus-soft talk from Larry Mac.

C U P S TA N D I N G S 1. Kyle Larson 315 2. Chase Elliott 298 3. Martin Truex Jr. 275 4. Brad Keselowski 274 5. Joey Logano 243 6. Ryan Blaney 224 7. Kyle Busch 211 8. Jamie McMurray 209 9. Clint Bowyer 204 10. Kevin Harvick 198 11. Jimmie Johnson 190 12. Trevor Bayne 164 13. Ryan Newman 163 14. Erik Jones 159 15. Kurt Busch 151 15. Denny Hamlin 151 17. Kasey Kahne 147 18. Aric Almirola 146 19. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. 139 20. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 133

W H AT ’ S O N TA P CUP SERIES: Food City 500 SITE: Bristol Motor Speedway (.533-mile oval) TV SCHEDULE: Friday, practice (Fox Sports 1, 11:30 a.m.), qualifying (Fox Sports 1, 4:30 p.m.). Saturday, practice (Fox Sports 1, 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.).

Sunday, race (coverage begins on Fox Sports 1, 12:30 p.m.; green flag, Fox, 2:15 p.m.)

XFINITY: Fitzgerald Glider Kits 300 SITE: Bristol Motor Speedway TV SCHEDULE: Friday, practice (Fox Sports 1, 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.). Saturday, qualifying (Fox Sports 1, 9:30 a.m.), race (Fox Sports 1, 1 p.m.)

The Daytona Beach News-Journal’s Godwin Kelly & Ken Willis have covered NASCAR for nearly 60 years combined. godwin.kelly@news-jrnl.com ken.willis@news-jrnl.com

3 THINGS WE LEARNED 1. Shifty business Dale Earnhardt Jr. says Team Penske has found a little something to make Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano quicker. “I saw those guys weaving after the race (Texas) and downshifting hard to reset their housing, so we have to figure out what they are doing,” he said.

2. Daytona detour While NASCAR racing took the Easter weekend off, five Cup Series teams were called into service for a tire test at Daytona International Speedway April 11-12. The drivers participating included Logano, Ryan Newman, Erik Jones, Danica Patrick and Alex Bowman.

Compelling questions ... and maybe a few actual answers

Bowling? Drones?

In the good ol’ days, you scheduled a race, slapped some signage on utility poles and old barns, and threw open the ticket windows.

Today, you search for ways to keep everyone entertained, and variety is apparently the key. This past week, Richmond International Raceway announced it will host women’s pro bowling in conjunction with its September race. And Dover’s June weekend will include a visit from the International Drone Racing Association. While not officially part of NASCAR’s diversity program, this is what we call diversifying.

Will it draw crowds?

It won’t likely drive anyone away, so that’s a decent baseline. The drone race is somewhat interesting, assuming you believe we’re heading toward the era of unmanned cars and, along with that, a time when all racing is done with drones or some other form of remotecontrol vehicle. Maybe these still are the good ol’ days, at least in that respect.

3. All-Star numbers During the break, NASCAR announced the format for the Monster Energy All-Star Race at Charlotte on May 20. The race will feature four segments totaling 70 laps, ending with a 10-lap shootout. Goodyear will offer teams one set of “sticky” tires. The winner pockets $1 million.

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

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FEUD OF THE WEEK

Dale Earnhardt Jr. puts his thinking cap on and says Team Penske may have found something to give its two Fords some speed. [CHEVY RACING/ASHLEY R. DICKERSON]

Busch

3 THINGS TO WATCH 1. 200 in sight Kyle Busch, 31, said one of his career goals as a NASCAR driver was to become the winningest driver in stock-car history. As of now, Richard Petty holds the record with 200 NASCAR Cup Series victories. Don’t chill the champagne just yet, but Busch is creeping up on “The King.” If you add up Busch’s Cup, Xfinity and Camping World Truck series victories, he is at 171, including a record 87 Xfinity wins.

2. Loopy stats A few times each season, NASCAR This Week steps into the world of Loop Statistics looking for unusual competition numbers. According

2 0 1 7 S C H E D U L E A N D R E S U LT S Feb. 18: The Clash at Daytona (Joey Logano) Feb. 23: Can-Am Duels at Daytona (Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin) Feb. 26: Daytona 500 (Kurt Busch) March 5: Folds of Honor Quick Trip 500 at Atlanta (Brad Keselowski) March 12: Kobalt 400 at Las Vegas (Martin Truex Jr.) March 19: Good Sam 500k at Phoenix (Ryan Newman) March 26: Auto Club 400 at Fontana (Kyle Larson) April 2: STP 500 at Martinsville (Brad Keselowski) April 9: O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 at Texas (Jimmie Johnson) April 23: Food City 500 at Bristol April 30: Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond

and Trevor Bayne sit atop the category of laps run on the lead lap.

3. On deck After a week off to relax, NASCAR heads to Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend and gets back into the racing groove. The driver who has most recently dominated Bristol’s spring race (two wins in three starts), Carl Edwards, is not suited up this season. Still, since 2010 this race has produced a variety of winners, including Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch, Brad Keselowski, Kasey Kahne and Matt Kenseth. Have at it, boys.

Kyle Busch is all smiles as he gets closer to Richard Petty’s all-time NASCAR wins record.

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to NASCAR scoring, Brad Keselowski leads the driver ratings, followed by Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott.

Kevin Harvick leads in laps led at 419, with Kyle Busch hot on his heels at 413. Neither has won a race. Elliott

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

May 7: Geico 500 at Talladega May 13: GoBowling.com 400 at Kansas May 20: All-Star Race at Charlotte May 28: Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte June 4: AAA 400 Drive for Autism at Dover June 11: Axalta “We Paint Winners” 400 at Pocono June 18: FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan June 25: Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma July 1: Coke Zero 400 at Daytona July 8: Quaker State 400 at Kentucky July 16: New Hampshire 301 at Loudon July 23: Crown Royal 400 at Indianapolis July 30: Pennsylvania 400 at Pocono Aug. 6: TBA at Watkins Glen

Logano

KYLE BUSCH VS. JOEY LOGANO: Since there was no race last weekend, we go to the Feud of the Year (to date) and that would be Kyle Busch and Joey Logano at Las Vegas.

GODWIN KELLY’S TAKE: On the last lap, Busch got into Logano, then Logano retaliated with some “hard racing,” sending Busch’s Toyota into a spin. Busch confronted Logano and was bloodied.

GODWIN’S PICKS FOR BRISTOL WINNER: Denny Hamlin REST OF TOP 5: Joey Logano, Matt Kenseth, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kyle Larson FIRST ONE OUT: Corey LaJoie DARK HORSE: Danica Patrick DON’T BE SURPRISED IF: With an extra week to chase gremlins, Joe Gibbs Racing comes back fast and furious.

Aug. 13: Pure Michigan 400 at Michigan Aug. 19: Bass Pro Shops NRA Night Race at Bristol Sept. 3: Southern 500 at Darlington Sept. 9: Federated Auto Parts 400 at Richmond Sept. 17: Chicagoland 400 Sept. 24: New England 300 at New Hampshire Oct. 1: Delaware 400 at Dover Oct. 7: Bank of America 500 at Charlotte Oct. 15: Alabama 500 at Talladega Oct. 22: Hollywood Casino 400 at Kansas Oct. 29: Goody’s Fast Relief 500 at Martinsville Nov. 5: AAA Texas 500 at Texas Nov. 12: Can-Am 500k at Phoenix Nov. 19: Ford EcoBoost 400 at Homestead

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AREA GOLF Tuesday golf: Raiderettes keep rolling Greene rolls to first for MA boys ■

By RYAN KRONBERG CNA sports editor rkronberg@crestonnews.com

MOUNT AYR — Mount Ayr’s girls golf team moved to 10-0 this season with a win Tuesday at the Mount Ayr Golf and Country Club.

The Raiderettes posted the low team score with a 206. East Union was the runner-up with a 248.

Wayne was third with a 289, and Martensdale-St. Marys only had three golfers.

Mount Ayr’s Tessa Shields and teammate Abbey Schafer tied for medalist honors with 44.

Schafer won after a card off, with Schafer Shields as the runner-up.

East Union was led by Anna Collins’ round of 57.

Lauren Hadley posted a score of 62.

UP NEXT — Mount Ayr is back on the course Tues-

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Hensley is a three-time state qualifier and went 16415 as a prep. He was fifth in the state as a junior at 120 pounds, third as a sophomore at 113 pounds and fourth as a freshman at 113 pounds.

“I didn’t want to give up the dream,” Hensley said.

“Leaving high school the way I did, not making it to the state tournament didn’t feel right.”

Hensley knows he can make an impact at a traditionally solid program.

“I can go to the next level and show myself and do something good there,” Hensley said.

Hensley plans on wrestling at 125 pounds in col-

day at Southwest Valley.

East Union is back on the course today against Lenox and Bedford in Bedford.

Team results — Mount Ayr, 206; East Union, 248; Wayne, 289. Martensdale-St. Marys was incomplete.

Mount Ayr cards — Abbey Schafer, 44; Tessa Shields, 44; Hallie Still, 59; Kylee Smith, 59; Kaitlyn Dolecheck, 66.

East Union cards — Anna Collins, 57; Lauren Hadley, 62; Quinn Eslinger, 63; Casey Allen, 66; Olivia Moore, 76; Kate Sutton, 84

Boys Golf: Wayne wins at East Union AFTON — Wayne’s boys golfers edged East Union, Mount Ayr and Martensdale-St. Marys to claim Tuesday’s five-team meet at Lakeshore Golf & Country Club.

The Falcons finished with a team tally of 183. The Eagles posted a 186, while the Raiders had a 191. Martensdale-St. Marys had a 192 and Southeast Warren came in with a 221.

Mount Ayr’s Myles Greene was the medalist, posting a 38. Lucas Hemphill of Wayne Greene

lege.

“I’m not quite up to 133,” he said. “125 will fit me really well.”

Hensley will take a strong work ethic to the wrestling room at Upper Iowa.

“He’s the hardest working kid in the practice room, offseason,” said Bedford/ Lenox assistant coach Lynn Christensen. “He’s always working out. He’s going to be pushing people to the limits like he did here.”

Hensley’s style of working hard for the entire match, now seven minutes at the college level, will translate well.

“I’m always grinding, wrestling hard,” Hensley said. “They could use my hard work that I’ll give them and benefit me and I’ll benefit off them.”

Hensley chose Upper Iowa over the University of

was second with a 39.

Sanden Cheers, Ryan Collins and Matt McGuire each had rounds of 46 for East Union. Christopher Case and Trevor Jones each shot 47.

A couple tricky holes cost East Union.

“All of the boys played OK, but all of them had a couple bad holes, or one very bad hole,” said East Union coach Dave Campbell.

Progress must come soon, particularly around the green, Campbell noted.

“The boys really need to work on their short game as we head into a very long week next week with four meets and conference meet coming very soon.”

UP NEXT — Mount Ayr is at Southwest Valley Tuesday.

East Union and Lenox are at Bedford Thursday.

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Team results — Wayne, 183; East Union, 186; Mount Ayr, 191; Martensdale-St. Marys, 192; Southeast Warren, 221.

East Union cards — Sanden Cheers, 46; Ryan Collins, 46; Matt McGuire, 46; Christopher Case, 47; Trevor Jones, 47; Kyle Campbell, 52.

Mount Ayr cards — Myles Greene, 38; Dalton Elwood, 46; Russell Holmes, 53; Chase Henry, 54; Cayden Lambert, 54; Lucas Wurster, 58.

Nebraska-Kearney, Buena Vista University and Morningside College.

“I decided because it felt more like home than any other place I visited,” Hensley said.

Hensley developed a strong bond with Upper Iowa head coach Heath Grimm.

“I felt like I connected with the coach,” Hensley said.

Hensley told Grimm of the decision while Grimm was on a cruise.

“I told him I was pretty excited about it,” Hensley said. “Our relationship felt pretty good with each other, so we can work together.”

Hensley is not decided on a major yet, but indicated he is leaning towards education for secondary social sciences.

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