Summer is here and there is no better time to load up the RV and try out a new camping site. RV@ QSP, the new RV campground at Quarry Springs Park in Colfax, is open for business, and everyone involved with the project can’t wait to see people pull in, hook up and enjoy everything the park has to give.
“We are very excited,” Quarry Springs Park Board President Kimberly Seebeck said.
The RV campground, which has been in the works for several years, got a big boost when the Iowa Economic Development Authority announced in 2022 the recreation area was awarded $400,000 for improvements to the park. The funds helped make RV@QSP a reality along with a modern shower house and bathrooms and an ADA-accessible dock.
The RV campground includes 40 sites and a restroom/shower facility at the park. Each site has 30 and 50 amp electric hook-ups,
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Colfax Farmers Market now on Wednesdays
Organizer Nikki Stravers said the move came to avoid competing with other area farmers markets
Democrat Bob Krause announces run for Iowa’s 1st Congressional District
Candidate previously ran for U.S. Senate, worked as state lawmaker in 1970s
By Christopher Braunschweig Jasper County Tribune
Bob Krause, a former state legislator, announced this week he will be running for Congress as a Democrat to oust the 1st Congressional District’s Republican incumbent, U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks. In a May 26 press release, he launched the slogan: “Flip The House With Krause.”
To him and his campaign, that rallying cry serves as a reminder to voters that control of the
RV at Quarry Springs Park now open for campers
Camping Rules
• Large organized groups can contact the park for special arrangements at 515-478-6272.
• All visitors must leave and quiet hours must be observed from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., including generators. Excessive noise of any kind will not be allowed. The Colfax Police Department patrols the park 24 hours.
• Camper checkout is 1 p.m.
• All animals must be on a leash at all times.
• Limit of occupancy is 14 consecutive days. Campers are then required to leave the park for 72 hours.
• Fires are permitted only in fire rings. Do not move the rings.
• All garbage must be placed in refuse containers. Do not put garbage in the fire rings.
• There is no swimming or ice fishing allowed anywhere within the park.
• Firewood is available for $7 per tub. Contact Campground Host for assistance, call park phone at 515-4786272 or request with your reservation.
• Park staff are given authority to refuse camping privileges and to rescind any and all camping permits for cause with no refunds.
• This is not a complete list of park rules. Please contact park staff with questions.
• Park staff is given the authority to refuse camping privileges and to rescind any and all camping permits for cause with no refunds.
Proposed
Apprehensions from residents heard, supervisors to discuss future plans
By Christopher Braunschweig Jasper County Tribune
No action was taken to reclassify a mile of gravel road in Jasper County, which would have reduced the level of maintenance it received from secondary roads crews. Residents who own property on North 75th Avenue West argued against the proposal, prompting supervisors to rethink their strategy going forward.
get replaced any time soon.
County Engineer Michael Frietsch said this particular road was one of nine he looked to reclassify to a Level B this year. Earlier this year, the county reclassified a portion of Indian Street to a Level B road, despite pushback from property owners. The matter was similarly settled in three separate public hearings.
“What we’re trying to do here is we’re trying to make sure that whatever dollars that we receive — whether from property tax or Road Use Tax funds — are getting spent to the maximum benefit,” Frietsch said. “Spending a lot of money on North 75th Avenue West does not have a large, countywide-type benefit.”
By doing this, the county argued it can better focus its efforts on roads that need resources to improve their surfaces. Especially those that lead to paved routes.
entire U.S. House of Representatives hinges on just a few key races. It also reinforces just how competitive and volatile Iowa’s first congressional district has been ever since Miller-Meeks was first elected in 2020. It was that same year
that widespread recounts determined Miller-Meeks won against Democrat Rita Hart by only six votes. In 2024, Miller-Meeks narrowly retained her seat once again, albeit not as close as her race against Hart; Miller-Meeks won against Democrat Christina Bohannan by less than 800 votes.
Republicans in the district were forced to choose between Miller-Meeks and challenger David Pautsch in the Krause
Especially considering the county engineer has identified 300 miles of roads that could — or should — be reclassified from Level A to Level B. Jasper County has more than 1,000 miles of roads. If they are all reclassified to Level B roads, county policy dictates they receive no rock to reinforce the surface.
Operators will blade the roads once a year, but county policy restricts many other kinds of routine maintenance. Level B roads also are not eligible for county snow removal during the winter months. Farmers who own or rent the land or use the road as a route to enter their fields were strongly against reduced maintenance.
The section of North 75th Avenue West between West 116th Street North and West 108th Street North was identified as a Level B candidate mostly due to it not having any homes on the road, low traffic and the presence of a weight restricted bridge, which supervisors said would not
Since other road reclassifications are in the works, supervisors ultimately decided on May 27 to hold back with making any further decisions until a more plan could be made. Questions and concerns from a board room full of residents these past three weeks signified a need to review this plan or make changes to policies.
When it came time for the board to discuss the road reclassification, Supervisor Brandon Talsma suggested no action be taken until the larger conversation about this topic has concluded. He appreciated residents for coming to the public hearings and sharing their apprehensions with officials.
“I think we need to have a larger conversation about what constitutes
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campground at Quarry Springs Park in Colfax, is
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The Colfax Farmers Market is now held each Wednesday in Mineral Springs Park, a move from its previous Tuesday date. The farmers market will be open from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday through Aug. 27.
Mingo Hometown Pride receives $1K award
Mingo Hometown Pride wins award along with 38 other organizations
IMT Insurance, a leading provider of personal and commercial insurance products in the Midwest, recently announced its list of 2025 Community Contest winners, distinguishing Mingo Hometown Pride’s community mural project, submitted by Shomo-Madsen-Stayner Insurance, as one of the $1,000 recipients.
For 28 years, the IMT Community Contest has awarded monetary gifts to community projects and organizations within the states the company does business.
This year, entries were submitted
for consideration from March through April, and 38 awards of either $500 or $1,000 were gifted to local projects and organizations in need.
With many community entries submitted and $30,000 awarded to worthy causes, Mingo Hometown Pride’s community mural submission was chosen as one of the $1,000 winners.
IMT Insurance is honored to partner with Shomo-Madsen-Stayner Insurance. The agency’s superior performance and enduring commitment enable IMT to continue making a meaningful impact in Midwest communities.
Club News
Colfax Historical Society
The May 19 meeting of the Colfax Historical Society was called to order at 7 p.m. by president Kevin Williams and he thanked everyone for attending. Members present were: BJ Williams, Karen Russell, Aaron Bartholmey, Steve and Cindy Van Dusseldorp, Charlet Daft, Stanley Daft, Don and Joyce Jessen, Rachel Wilty and Tranquillity Smith.
Minutes of April 21 were read. Treasurer’s report was presented.
The facility manager, Tranquillity Smith, reported we have several rentals pending and everything is going smoothly.
Kevin said we will need to get the city building permit for the log cabin at a cost of $150.
The Dave Baker program on coal mines will take place at our facility in the evening
on June 24. Refreshments will be available and the museum will be open. There will be more publicity later.
Aaron will be receiving the LaFemme Women’s Club past records for our Museum.
Kevin obtained approval for us to have a table at the Alumni Banquet Commons Area. We will have information on becoming a member of the Colfax Historical Society and interesting items about a former student at Colfax High School many years ago being Joe Laws!
Free Bird Watching and Bagels Program
is a great time
at the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy a guided tour at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 7.
Join staff at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge for a fun bird-watching program at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 7. June is a great time to see the birds that nest at the refuge. Enjoy a guided walk along the Oak Savanna Trail loop. Free binoculars will be available for checkout.
After the walk, participants can enjoy free bagels and coffee at the visitor center. This event is for birdwatchers of all skill levels,
ages 8 and older. Meet at the Oak Savanna Trailhead.
The Oak Savanna Trail is a ½-mile loop with a gravel surface and gentle inclines. A restroom is at the parking lot. We recommend wearing pants and sturdy walking shoes. Bringing a refillable water bottle and insect repellent is also a good idea. For more information and to register, contact nancy_corona@fws.gov or call 515-994-3400.
There was discussion about a Rental Check List for Tranquillity and it will be updated and used.
Aaron will be obtaining a new American flag and presenting a bill.
The first Sunday we will be open is May 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. Kevin and BJ volunteered for that day. Sunday, June 1 will be open from 2 to 4 p.m. with Peggy Dvorak and Mary Dell Flattery volunteering. Sunday, June 8 will be open from 2 to 4 p.m. with Joyce Jessen and Brian Niel-
sen volunteering. Saturday, June 14 will be open from 10 a.m. to noon with Charlet and Larry Daft volunteering and noon to 2 p.m. with Tranquillity Smith and Karen Russell volunteering. This summer we will be open every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. with volunteers available.
A big thank you to Stanley and Larry Daft for mowing the grounds.
The next meeting will be Monday, June l6 at 7 p.m. It is open to anyone who would like to attend.
5k Beer Run — Iowa Brewery Running Series
The Iowa Brewery Running Series will hosts a 5kish fun run starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14 at Gezellig Brewing Co., 403 W. Fourth St. N., Newton. Participants will complete a 5K course that starts and ends at Gezellig Brewing Company, followed by a post-run gathering featuring craft beer, food trucks, local vendors and more. Be active, have fun, give back a portion of the proceeds from this run will go back to the Newton Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.
This $35 registration includes entry to the 5K, one beer (21+), and access to all
post-run activities. Register at www.breweryrunningseries.com/iowa.
Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15
Let’s shift the narrative around aging in honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, observed annually on June 15. This day is an essential opportunity for our community to come together to ensure the safety and well-being of older adults. If you have concerns about an older individual’s welfare, get in touch with your local Area Agency on Aging at 866-
468-7887, and create a safer environment for everyone in your community. For more information
contact Aging Resources of Central Iowa, 5835 Grand Ave., Suite 106, Des Moines or call 515255-1310.
Common warning signs for cataracts issues
No one wants to imagine a day when their vision might abandon them, but diminished eyesight is a common occurrence that affects people of all ages and from all walks of life. A 2022 report from the World Health Organization indicated that at least 826 million people have distance- or near-vision impairment that could be addressed with an appropriate pair of eyeglasses. Those people are among the estimated 2.2 billion people who currently have issues that affect their ability to see. Cataracts are a com-
mon and treatable vision problem. Access to cataract treatment is limited in various countries. In fact, a 2021 study published in the journal Lancet Global Health found that 94 million people ages 50 and over have vision impairment or blindness that could be corrected through access to cataract surgery. Surgery might not even be considered if people are not first aware of the symptoms of cataracts, which can manifest in various ways.
• Blurry vision: The American Academy of Ophthalmology notes
that blurriness may be associated with an assortment of vision problems, including cataracts. Blurry vision makes it difficult to see clearly or sharply, and cataracts are characterized by cloudiness that affects the natural lens of the eye. The blurriness associated with cataracts is the result of a breakdown of proteins in the lens of the affected eye, according to the AAO.
• Seeing double: Double vision also is symptomatic of various vision issues, including cataracts. The AAO notes that when a person is
seeing double, he or she may be seeing two, often overlapping, images of a single object.
• Sensitivity to light: The AAO notes a need to shield eyes from light to prevent eye pain could indicate a sensitivity to light that is characteristic of cataracts. This sensitivity may be especially noticeable when confronted by oncoming headlights at night.
• Difficulty seeing at night: The AAO reports that this symptom is often characterized by difficulty seeing in dark conditions that can make it harder to adjust to see -
ing when going from a well-lit space into darkness. That adjustment also may take longer in people experiencing cataracts. Some people may not be able to see at all in dimly lit conditions.
• Seeing faded colors: Bright colors that appear faded or yellow is another symptom of cataracts. Cataracts compromise vision, but it’s important that people recognize there are effective treatments for this condition. More information is available at aao.org. — Metro Creative
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a fire ring and picnic table. Potable water spigots for filling tanks are available on site and the camp host can help with use. A dump station is available for use by paying campers. It is $10 per dump for non-campers.
RV camping is $40/night unless otherwise posted. The camping season will run from May 15 through Oct. 31.
Primitive camping is also available and will continue to be $15 per night for all standard campsites except site 7 which is for large group camping and $30 per night. Self-registration for those campsites is available near the entrance of the primitive campground.
Primitive campsites are restricted to tent camping or pull behind campers under 15 feet in length that do not require hook up.
“There are many folks that have helped us get in here, including the city staff, mayor and council and our own Colfax Parks and Rec Board,” Seebeck said. “This park has so much potential. This project will provide steady revenue that will allow us to continue to make other improvements.”
For more information about booking an RV campsite or on Quarry Springs Park, visit www. quarryspringspark.com.
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a Level B or the level of maintenance
we’re putting on a Level B,” Talsma said.
To him, it seemed liked the main point of concern was the bridge. Talsma was very clear the bridge would not replaced in the next 10 years. At a previous public hearing, the county noted that if the road was reclassified to a Level C, the bridge would be gated on both ends, and its standards for replacement would be lower.
For instance, Frietsch estimated a new bridge at its current standards would likely cost $750,000. But if the road was a Level C, a 50-foot bridge
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primary. Even though Miller-Meeks won with a 12-point lead, Pautsch felt he had a strong showing getting 44 percent of the vote with only six months of work. Pautsch announced in February he’s running again.
Which makes Krause the third person to announce a campaign for the seat. Krause believes he can beat the incumbent congresswoman and block President Donald Trump’s “destructive agenda to implement a reverse-Robin Hood on our nation” that he alleged will impoverish many Iowans and enrich the very few.
“It is no secret that incumbent Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks votes like Trump’s rubber stamp,” Krause said in his press release. “Extremists who appear set on destroying our democracy are given a huge institutional advantage simply because she is part of the House GOP.
could be built for around $200,000 or so. However, installing a culvert would be out of the question. Still, the low traffic volume means the bridge is a much lower priority.
Talsma added, “Beyond the bridge it seems like the additional concern is the deterioration of the road being reclassified to a Level A to a Level B, and I understand that because there is no difference in maintenance between Level B and a Level C, it’s just that a Level C has gates on it. I 100 percent get that.”
If the secondary roads department is looking to reclassify 300 miles of roads in Jasper County, Talsma said supervisors need to more clearly define maintenance procedures for Level B and Level C roads before proceeding forward with
“That House GOP has surrendered the constitutionally authorized power of Congress and the courts to appropriate, tax and provide for due process of law and public participation through our elected officials. This ceding of power has become simply a slower version of the attempted coup of Jan. 6, 2021.”
Krause said he will not remain silent as Trump “bypasses Congress” and dismantles critical programs to Iowa’s 1st Congressional District without the consent of elected representatives and due process. The candidate stressed this election is vital “to the future of Iowa and the nation.”
If elected, Krause said he would uphold the Constitution and fight for policies that benefit workers, farmers and families. He is in favor of the reversing inequitable tax cuts and the preserving Social Security benefits. He also wants to provide essential services for a safe, clean and prosperous environment.
Krause pledged to defend Iowa’s education systems, libraries and social safety nets from further ero -
any other reclassification requests.
Supervisor Thad Nearmyer appreciated the arguments brought forward over the past three weeks. He hoped residents can then appreciate the position officials are in to now figure out how to maintain these gravel roads and the high costs associated with repairing them.
“I appreciate Mike coming to us with some ideas to help alleviate those problems, but you folks have really done a good job of explaining your situations,” Nearmyer said. “…To have this many people come out three weeks in a row to support a mile of gravel road is kind of a big deal.”
Supervisor Doug Cupples was hopeful future conversations would find a better solution and plan that would
sion. In the 1970s, Krause served in the Iowa House for six years. He then ran an unsuccessful campaign for state treasurer. In 2010, he ran a campaign in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat race against Chuck Grassley, but he lost to fellow party member Roxanne Conlin, who would lose to the incumbent.
It wasn’t the last time Krause tried to run against Grassley. In 2022, he attempted another race but inevitably withdrew after not receiving enough signatures. He needed 3,500 signature but only acquired around 1,4000. He blamed it partly on the precinct caucuses being held virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In addition to his experience as a lawmaker, Krause is a retired colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve and Iowa Army National Guard. He previously served as a school board member in Waterloo and is president of the Veterans National Recovery Center. He is married to Vicky Krause and has a large, blended family.
treat people fairly. Frietsch said there are roads in the county that will naturally get less and less rock as secondary roads continues to triage and figure out where to invest resources.
Unfortunately, Talsma said Jasper County is “behind the eight ball” and claimed other counties have been reclassifying roads since the 1950s. But Jasper County never did. Increased costs and high inflation have forced the county to look critically at its road maintenance and develop priorities.
“Maybe we look at our Level B classification and maybe even change the Level B to where it gets rock every other year and bladed two or three times a year, that way it’s still not turning into a mud road and farmers can still get their crops in and out,” Talsma said.
What to look out for during fawning season in Iowa
Fawning season has officially arrived, which means Iowans will see lots of deer on the move. From now until late June, DNR field staff across the state will receive many phone calls and emails regarding “abandoned deer.”
But in reality, most of the wildlife reported to DNR field staff are not really abandoned at all. And while the people who attempt to “rescue” these babies have the best of intentions, they are doing more harm than good.
Fawning season traditionally begins during the last week of May and peaks in the first couple of weeks in June before gradually tapering off.
Does are secretive about the birthing process and will venture out from normal use areas
looking for a secluded spot to deliver this year’s crop of fawns in peace. “These spots can be anything from an open hayfield to a field terrace to the flowerbed in your backyard,” Jim Coffey, forest wildlife research biologist with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), said. “This seclusion process is a driving force in protection for the lanky, wavering fawn. Fawns will be left alone while the doe returns only to nurse. This is normal deer behavior,” he said.
“The doe searches out an isolated location where she feels safe and, on occasion, those places may leave us scratching our heads wondering what the doe was thinking. But she chose that location because it made
sense to her,” Coffey said. “The worst thing someone can do at this stage is to ‘rescue’ the fawn. The mother is likely nearby and watching you. Leave it be, or if you did handle the fawn, return it to where you found it and walk away.”
The Iowa DNR will not be rehabilitating or comingling fawns with other deer to avoid the potential of spreading chronic wasting disease – or other disease - to new areas. This emphasizes the point of leaving ‘abandoned’ fawns be.
The spindly legged newborn fawn is designed with a few survival tools built in – its spots are cryptic camouflage that emulates the sunlight spots projected onto leaf litter of the forest floor and its lack of move-
ment the first two weeks helps to reduce scent patterns. This combination is the fawn’s best chance at survival until it is capable of following the doe.
Fawning season also coincides with an increase in deer vehicle collisions.
“There is a lot of movement this time of year that relates to the social structure of deer. The doe is on the move looking for the safe isolated place to have the fawns. Additional movement comes from last year’s fawns that are now isolated teenagers starting to venture out to find new space. These yearlings have to make their own decisions for the first time, encounter other adult deer and build new social structures,” Coffey said. “This movement
behavior can occur during all times of the day. Once it settles out, the active movement time will return to dawn and dusk.
“The key to remember is that for the next month deer may not be acting like we think deer should act, stay alert while driving at any time of the day.” Drivers are reminded to drive defensively, avoid distractions, slow down, and provide safe distance between vehicles.
Don’t veer for deer! If a driver does hit a deer, drivers can get a salvage tag for the meat by calling either the local conservation officer or local law enforcement agency. The salvage tag is free and is required to legally possess the meat. Salvaging requires that the entire deer be removed from the roadway.
Making hay the old-fashioned way
I often wondered what those old rusty farm contraptions were sitting in the far corners of hay fields. Obviously, they had something to do with hay. Well, duh! They looked sorta like a horse-drawn hay baler, but not quite. I even asked a farmer or two what they were, and they, scratching their head, didn’t know for sure either. Well, now I know. I was invited by Jane Nelson and Jon Stukerjurgen, of rural St. Paul, to witness hay being made the old-fashioned way, with horses. I jumped at the chance. I took Ginnie with me. When we arrived, a hay rack full of loose hay was being pulled by two horses. c It
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Let’s talk policy
A favorite word of politicians — “policy.” Lately we have been informed that Biden’s policies were disastrous and the current policies are beneficial and worth having. If one were to look up and attempt to analyze the term “policy,” one would come away with a jumble of explanations of what a policy is, who has policies, who should have policies, what are the characteristics of policies, what do policies do, etc.
A dislike is not a policy, nor is an approval. Now if a person doesn’t like something or doesn’t approve of some behavior, a policy may indeed follow. For instance, you don’t like the fact that Haitians are coming to Iowa to work in our meat packing plants, therefore, you want the government to find ways to discourage them from coming. Unfortunately, there are laws in existence that encourage these Haitians to come and work in meat packing plants. What do we do about that? We create a policy that makes it difficult for them to comply with whatever requirements are necessary for their entry. The laws are still there, but not implemented in the manner intended. What we do is, we direct the people who are to implement current statutes to cease implementing them in a timely manner or in a manner that creates more difficulty for the people applying. In other words, make it difficult to comply with the requirements that must be met by the people who need to meet them.
This would be a policy. A necessary element of a policy is organization. Without an organization to either implement a policy or eliminate a policy, policies are simply unfulfilled wish-fulfillment.
A policy then, can be the effort made to either
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rakes up hay from the wind row and shuttles the hay over the back end of the hay rack, where a man, Jon Stukerjurgen’s nephew, spread the hay around with a pitch fork. Hot work. It was to hit 91 degrees that day, the wind was ferocious, and an ugly storm was brewing in the west. But they hurried. Make hay while the sun shines. When loaded, the hay rack was pulled by the horses, Red and Sugar, to the barn. Jon told me that he had also raked the hay, and mowed it with a three-horse hitch.
Sugar is a third-generation, part Morgan, that he has owned. Sugar is very gentle. Red has a mind of her own. At the barn there was trouble. The
fulfill a legal requirement or to keep it from being implemented. The current administration’s policies appear to be the latter. The proclamations coming from Washington appear unanimously to be of the type that are meant to inhibit the implementation of the laws as they currently exist. For instance, when you have a policy of detaining an immigrant without a hearing or due process, because they have not met some minor requirement necessary to remain here legally, it is the implementation of a policy. The executive branch of the United States government, and I will not stop to explain what that is, has immense power with or without particular policies. And when the executive branch of the government has as a policy of delaying, obfuscating, or otherwise disabling the implementation of duly passed legislation as is occurring at present, you have an administration that feels free to do what it wants through policy.
So if one were to determine, for instance, that Biden encouraged immigration and Trump discourages immigration, one would get from that a difference in policy. When you consider policy in this way, you have an executive branch of government which considers the actions of the legislative branch of government as simple suggestions, not legal requirements. The legislature can pass a law requiring certain actions from the executive branch but if the leadership of the executive branch is not thrilled with a particular law, it will be very difficult to implement it — because of policy contrary to its effective implementation.
So there you have it — policy. Sometimes official, sometimes unofficial, sometimes open, sometimes secret, but always influential.
Richard E. H. Phelps II Mingo
Mental health can’t wait. Break the silence ... ignite change
In America today, approximately one out of every five Americans is suffering with a mental health issue; and approximately one in 25 adults is experiencing a serious mental illness that substantially interferes with one or more major life activities. In every story, there is strength and there is hope.
Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month. As CEO of Clive Behavioral Health, my staff and I have the privilege of serving members of our communi-
horses were unhitched and attached to the rope that would pull the hay forks full of loose hay, up into the barn on a trolley, where it would be dumped in the barn. Jon said it took three “bites” to empty the wagon. But up in the barn, the hay forks did not want to “trip” and release the hay. One of the nephews (there were three nephews helping out and learning the old farm way) had to climb up a ladder with WD40 and fix the trolley and forks so that they would “trip.”
There was a lot of cussing. I held my breath and kept my phone handy in case I needed to dial 911.
But the nephews got’er done, by golly. The hay was dropped in the barn where it will be hand-fed to livestock and the horses this winter. So the horses, reminiscent of the oldtime, self-sufficient farm, partook in preparing their winter feed. What goes around comes around. Neat.
Ginnie, her allergies bothering her, and being a city girl, was appalled by a pile of horse manure (“Money,”
I told her.). Holding her nose and rubbing her eyes, she headed for the air-conditioned comfort of the car. A group of homeschool children arrived to see the farm animals and learn about making hay with horses. On the farm there are goats, sheep, chickens, rabbits, kittens, and ducks, in addition to the horses. What a learning experience for the kids. And adults. As for myself, I baled a lot of hay when I was growing up, but never with horses. One time, when the farmer didn’t have an elevator, forks were used to trolley the bales into the barn. But the load was pulled up with a Ford tractor, not horses. In the barn, we had to make sure we were NOT under the load of bales when they were “tripped.” Yikes! Jon told me that he also has a horse-powered buzz saw for cutting fire wood. Their behemoth farmhouse is heated with wood. Of course. Contact Curt Swarm at curtswarm@yahoo.com
The answer to the Trump/Harvard $3B question is ‘markets’
By Thomas L. Knapp
In early May, Reuters reports, the US government revoked “virtually all” of Harvard University’s federal research grants — nearly $3 billion worth — because they “no longer effectuate agency priorities.”
Now, president Donald Trump says (in a post to his “Truth Social” platform) he’s “considering taking Three Billion Dollars of Grant Money away from a very antisemitic Harvard, and giving it to TRADE SCHOOLS all across our land.”
Mainstream media coverage of the whole matter seems focused mainly on the reality TV style melodrama — Trump’s specialty — and on the question of whether he can legally take money appropriated by Congress for Party A to do Thing B and re-appropriate it for Party B to do Thing C.
The melodrama sees to itself, and the legal horse seemingly escaped the barn years ago when Trump unconstitutionally misappropriated Defense Department funds to build his silly “border wall” — after Congress
ty with mental illnesses that are often invisible to others. Since its inception in 1949, May has been designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. This observance provides an opportunity for action to address the stigma preventing individuals from getting the care they need. Today, positive outcomes are not only possible ... they are experienced every day. What can we do to assist those in need of mental health care and treatment?
• Listen and show understanding: If you suspect a loved one is struggling, listen to their story and encourage them to seek help.
• Share the Crisis Response Line: 988 is the 24/7, free and confidential text, chat, talk support line. Military veterans may press ‘1’ for dedicated support. Suicide is often preventable when people at
refused him the money multiple times — and got away with it instead of facing impeachment and removal for his lawless mishandling of government funds.
What I’m not seeing much discussion of is whether it’s a good idea for the federal government to stop writing checks to a well-heeled private university (Harvard has more than $50 billion in the bank) for various things, and instead spend that money on teaching young Americans to weld, build houses, repair cars, etc.
At first blush, the concept does look like sound. America is full of college graduates working behind the counters of convenience stores, in the kitchens of fast food restaurants, wrangling carts at Walmart, etc., all while trying to pay off the crippling debt they incurred studying social work, creative writing, and so forth. Why not equip the NEXT generation with the skills they need to earn better livings, and hopefully make that training affordable?
Here’s why:
The government does not and cannot know how many welders,
risk receive the support that they need and their story is heard.
• In case of acute medical emergency, dial 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
• Encourage students to pursue careers in mental health fields, whether through nursing, medical, clinical or vocational programs. We must inspire the next generation of talented, caring and compassionate professionals. Working together, we can improve the lives of Americans suffering with mental health concerns. By speaking up, we help to shatter stigma, foster understanding and help others find their own path to healing. We invite you to speak up, share your story and show your strength. #MHAM Kevin Pettit, Chief Executive Officer Clive Behavioral Health
carpenters, and auto mechanics the economy “needs,” let alone how many it will “need” a year from now or in 2035 ... just as it has no way of knowing whether Little Bobby should rack up tens of thousands of dollars in student loan debt while hoping to become an elementary school math teacher or university physics researcher.
That’s what markets are for. Markets aren’t perfect, but they’re much better at figuring out what people need, and delivering it less expensively, than governments.
Ending all federal funding of “higher education” institutions would negatively impact my household’s finances, at least temporarily (a close family member works in university research), but it would be the right thing to do. It would result in better, cheaper, and more relevant education all around.
Let Harvard be Harvard, and let trade schools be trade schools. Give tax funding to neither.
Thomas L. Knapp is director and senior news analyst at the William Lloyd Garrison Center for Libertarian Advocacy Jour-
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Aging Resources to present scam prevention info for seniors
Jasper County RSVP is hosting a free scam prevention presentation for seniors put on by Aging Resources at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 24 in the ISU Extension classroom in the Newton DMACC Building, 550 N. Second Ave. W. We all think we are pretty savvy, but the bad guys are always trying to get one step ahead. So, educate yourself! This presentation is for RSVP members and any seniors in Jasper County. Call the office at 641-792-6433 or email Sarah Patterson at patter@iastate.edu to confirm your attendance.
Iowa Cubs announce sensory-friendly game at the ballpark
The Iowa Cubs are proud to partner with presenting sponsors Autism Society of Iowa and ChildServe to host the second annual sensory-friendly game at the Ballpark at 1:08 p.m. Sunday, June 29.
“The Iowa Cubs are proud to bring this special event and partnership back this season. We welcome all groups and people to the ballpark, and we strive to create more inclusive opportunities for our fans and community,” Sam Bernabe, Iowa Cubs President and General Manager, said. “We’re excited to partner again with Autism Society of Iowa and ChildServe, using their team members and expertise to create a welcoming environment for all.”
The 2025 sensory-friendly game will provide an environment designed for children, teens and adults with autism or sensory processing disorders in mind, so families who have a member with special healthcare needs can visit, play and enjoy the game. Special programming and activities are planned with modifications, including the mitigation of sounds and motions as much as possible, designated educational areas, directional signage and trained volunteers throughout the stadium.
Calming rooms will be available and staffed
by ChildServe therapists to provide a safe space for those who may need a break from stimulus at the ballpark. New, engaging activities will also be available for those who need to release energy to regulate their bodies, including the opportunity to run the bases after the game. This opportunity is wheelchair accessible.
Also new this year, sensory-friendly game attendees will have the opportunity to take photos with Cubbie Bear and special guest Alma from PBS Kids at noon in Suite 314. “We are proud to continue our partnership with the Iowa Cubs and ChildServe to provide this sensory-friendly op -
HOWARD ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCH
(Disciples of Christ)
Pastor Josh Burns
101 N. Locust St., Colfax Cell - 515-779-3148
SUNDAY - 10 a.m. Fellowship;10:30 a.m. Worship, in person or online via YouTube
MONDAY - Pastor Josh day off TUESDAY - 9:30 a.m. Coffee
Time; 2:30 p.m. Chair Yoga
WEDNESDAY - 3:30 p.m. After school elementary youth; 6:15 ChiRho and CYF youth supper; 7:30 p.m. Youth Group
THIRD SUNDAY - 8 p.m.
Elders meeting, Board meeting after church; Collect for Food Pantry
FOURTH SUNDAY - Potluck
Dinner
FIFTH SUNDAY - Potluck
Breakfast
FIRST MONDAY - WIC appointments
FOURTH & FIFTH TUESDAY - 3 p.m. Table of Grace
IRA UNITED CHURCH
Pastors Doug Cupples and Phil Butler
SUNDAY - 9:30 a.m. Church service; 10:30 a.m. Sunday
school
portunity for those with autism in Iowa,” Erin Enyart, Autism Society of Iowa Executive Director, said. “Autism Society of Iowa creates connections for those in the autism community, and we hope the accommodations provided create a special, inclusive event for all those visiting the ballpark.”
“ChildServe is grateful for our partnership with the Iowa Cubs and Autism Society of Iowa. Last year, the event brought children and families from across the country together for this incredible occasion. In fact, we heard from parents they felt comfortable enough to attend a game for the first time knowing they would encounter under-
standing and support from the community,” said Teri Wahlig, M.D., ChildServe CEO. “By partnering with the Iowa Cubs to ensure this game and other iconic Iowa events are accessible, we’re proud to not only provide opportunities for children and families to engage in recreational and cultural activities but also to raise awareness about the importance of accessibility and inclusion.”
Tickets are available for purchase at https:// www.gofevo.com/event/ Sensoryfriendlygame2025. Gates open at noon on Sunday, June 29. Tickets for the event must be purchased by Friday, June 27.
Church Schedules
Communion first Sunday METZ COMMUNITY CHURCH
3253 W. 62nd St. S., Newton Pastor David Rex 641-521-4354
SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:10 a.m. Worship Last Saturday of month - 8 a.m. Men’s Breakfast
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Colfax Minister, Pastor Cody Dyer Church Office 674-4165
SUNDAY, June 8 - 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Bible Education Classes; 10:25 a.m. Message by Pastor Cody Dyer; 5 p.m. “The Well” Youth Group TUESDAY, June 10 - 3:30 p.m. Women’s Prayer and Coffee; 6:30 p.m. Gospel of John Bible Study; 7 p.m. Trustee meeting
WEDNESDAY, June 11 - 9 a.m. Busy Bee Quilters and Fresh Encounter Prayer
THURSDAY, June 12 - 6:30 p.m. VBS Volunteer meeting
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
Newton, Iowa
SATURDAY - 4 p.m. Mass SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Mass
COLFAX FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
S. Locust & W. Division St. Office - 674-3782 Rev. Phil Dicks pastor
SUNDAY - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; Family Worship, Today is Food Pantry Sunday
HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD
126 E. Howard Rev. Paul Avery, pastor Church: 674-3700
SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Worship service (Sunday school not meeting at this time)
ASHTON CHAPEL
8887 W. 122nd St. N., Mingo
Pastors: Larry Craig & Mark Eddy
SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday
Community Calendar
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SATURDAY
• Poweshiek Partners 4-H club meets at 9 a.m. the first Saturday of the month in the C-M Elementary lunchroom
SUNDAY
• Colfax Historical Society Museum is open from 2 to 4 p.m. every Sunday through Labor Day.
MONDAY
• BEDCO meets at 5:30 p.m. the first Monday of month
• Colfax Cub Scouts Pack 345 meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of month in the C-M High School Cafetorium
• Colfax Planning & Zoning meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of month at the library
TUESDAY
• Colfax Farmers Market is open from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Mineral Springs Park
• Mingo Library Board meets at 5 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month (public meeting)
• Baxter American Legion meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of month at the Baxter Community Building
WEDNESDAY
• Hominy Ridge 4-H Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of month in the Baxter School Cafeteria
• Colfax Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 5 p.m. the first Wednesday of month in the downstairs meeting room.
• MEDCO meets the first Wednesday of month
• Baxter City Library Board meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of month at the Baxter Library
THURSDAY
• Baxter Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. second Thursday of month, March to December, at the Baxter Community Building
Baxter Alumni Reunion
Saturday, no reservations needed
The Baxter Alumni Reunion will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 14 in the school commons. Sandwiches, salads, bars and beverages will be served with a free will
donation. No reservations are needed. Alumni and guests are invited to come reminisce with friends and classmates. Call Diane Engle at 641227-3665 with questions.
school; 10 a.m. Worship
BETHANY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 5627 N. 95th Ave. W., Baxter 641-227-3402
Pastor Chris Hayward
SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday School (Sunday after Labor Day to second Sunday in May); 10 a.m. Sunday Worship. First Sunday communion. All are welcome. baxterbethanyucc.org
EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH BAXTER Mike Mclintock, Pastor
SUNDAY - 9:15 a.m. Sunday
School; 10 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Awanas
WEDNESDAYS - 1st & 3rd6:30 p.m. Mens Bible Study 2nd & 4th - 6:30 p.m. Men’s and Womens Bible Study
THURSDAYS 10 a.m. - Womens Bible Study
BAXTER
CONGREGATIONAL
CHURCH
218 S. Main, Baxter Pastor Ben Spera Church: 641-227-3382
SUNDAY - 10 a.m. Worship
WEDNESDAY - 6 p.m. Bible Study
THIRD THURSDAY of month
- 6:30 p.m. Theology on Tap at Bea’s Place on Main Street
Check us out on Facebook and baxtercongregational.com
CORNERSTONE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP 1000 E. 12th St., Newton
Rev. Josh Farver, pastor Phone 641-792-4650
SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship
WEDNESDAY - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Bible Study; Youth Group
HERITAGE WORD OF LIFE
ASSEMBLY OF GOD 102 Second St. NW, Mitchellville Pastor Dave Adams 515-967-3330
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF HOPE Capitol II Theatre in Newton
SUNDAY - 9:30 a.m. Livestream Worship Service
MITCHELLVILLE CHRISTIAN DISCIPLES OF CHRIST 210 Third St. NW, Mitchellville Text/Voicemail 515-519-0206
SUNDAY - 10 a.m. Coffee Time; 10:30 a.m. Worship Time, in person or via YouTube Live at 1040 am
WEDNESDAY - 5:30pm
W.O.W Youth Group with supper provided Visit mitchellvillechristianchurch.org and follow us on Facebook
Metro Creative
The 2025 Sensory-Friendly Game will provide an environment designed for children, teens and adults with autism or sensory processing disorders in mind, so families who have a member with special healthcare needs can visit, play and enjoy the game.
C-M girls fall to defending champs in regional semifinals
NEVADA — The defending champions were simply too much for the Colfax-Mingo girls soccer team on June 28.
The Tigerhawks were shut out for the first time this season following a 5-0 loss to 1A No. 8 Nevada in the Region 7 semifinals.
“The girls played hard but just ran up against a very solid team,” Colfax-Mingo head girls soccer coach Zach Tomas said. “Emmalyn Buchman played amazing in goal tonight for us and kept out multiple balls, including three or four one-onones. She showed she’s an elite goalkeeper.”
Buchman finished with 10 saves in the loss and totaled 52 for the season.
The Cubs, who won the 1A state title
last season, led 2-0 at halftime. Aubrey Thompson scored her 20th and 21st goals of the season, while Avery Anderson tallied her 37th goal of the year.
Evelyn Anderson pitched in one goal and one assist for the Cubs (11-5-3), who advanced to the state tournament on June 30 after a 1-0 win over No. 7 Gilbert.
The Tigerhawks’ first season as a program ended with a record of 11-2-3.
Freshman Meadow Lane capped her first varsity season with 44 goals and 102 points, both of which rank fifth in the state and third in 1A. She also posted 14 assists.
Colfax-Mingo graduates only three seniors from the roster. Lily Webster’s final season included six goals and four assists.
Colfax-Mingo freshman Blain
playoff match earlier this season. The
ing a 5-0 loss to Class 1A No. 8 Nevada.
Baxter baseball shuts out North Tama, edges BCLUW
BAXTER — Colton Moffit struck out 10 over seven innings and the Baxter baseball team posted its second straight win over North Tama following a 7-0 home win on May 28. The Bolts scored once in the third and then broke the Iowa Star Conference South Division game open with a six-run sixth. Baxter out-hit the Redhawks 10-2. Cody Spurgeon led the bats with two hits, two runs, two RBIs and one walk and Jace Bottorff had two hits, one run, one RBI and one walk.
Cole Frasher tallied two hits, Hayden Burdess finished with one hit and two RBIs and he was hit by one pitch and Liam Trent posted one hit, one run and one steal.
Cael Wishman was hit by one pitch, scored one run and stole one base, Aiden Johnson doubled, scored one run and had two RBIs and Tate Schnathorst scored one run.
Moffit, who had one hit at the plate, improved to 2-0 on the season following a complete-game shutout on the mound. He allowed no runs, two hits, two walks and one hit batter and fanned 10. He now has 19 strikeouts in 13 innings this summer.
North Tama (2-3, 1-2 in the conference) is 13-2 against Baxter since 2018, but the Bolts
have won two in a row.
Josh Dostal had one hit and one walk at the plate and took the pitching loss for the Redhawks. He allowed seven earned runs on 10 hits, two walks and two hit batters in six innings.
Baxter 8, BCLUW 7
BEAMAN — The Bolts couldn’t hold an early lead but a late run pushed the visitors to an 8-7 road win during Iowa Star Conference South Division action on May 30 at Byron Rhodes Field.
Baxter scored five runs in the first inning and led 7-2 after three, but BCLUW rallied with two each in the fourth and fifth and one in the sixth before the Bolts scored the winning run in the top of the seventh.
Baxter (3-1, 2-1) won the game despite being out-hit 9-8 and committing two errors.
Eight different players had one hit for Baxter. Trent, Bottorff and Johnson all produced one hit and one run, Trent and
Bottorff both had one RBI and Johnson was hit by one pitch.
Spurgeon posted one hit and two runs and he was hit by two pitches, Moffit finished with one hit, two RBIs and one walk and James Esqueda and Frasher each had one hit and one RBI.
Wishman doubled and scored one run, Burdess was hit by a pitch and Schnathorst and Derek Rominger each scored one run.
Wishman and Spurgeon have a team-best five runs this summer. Spurgeon is batting a team-best .429 and Wishman has a team-most four RBIs.
Nolan Hill (1-0) earned the win on the mound after allowing five runs — four earned — on six hits, two walks and two hit batters in 4 1/3 innings. He struck out three.
Colten Damman surrendered two runs — one earned — on three hits and six walks in 2 2/3 innings. He struck out one.
BCLUW lost for the first time and fell to 2-1 and 2-1 in
the conference.
Baxter 10, North Mahaska 4 NEW SHARON — Wishman belted two homers and drove in four runs and the Bolts scored nine runs in the sixth to down North Mahaska 10-4 in the season opener on May 21.
Baxter led 1-0 after four. The game was tied at 1-all after five, but the Bolts won the sixth 9-3 to win the non-conference game by a half dozen.
Wishman produced three hits, two homers, three runs, four RBIs and two steals to lead the Bolts’ offense.
Bottorff doubled and tallied one run, one RBI and one walk, Rominger chipped in one hit, one run, one RBI and one steal and Moffit drew two walks.
Spurgeon was hit by two pitches and scored one run, Burdess walked once and scored one run, Trent scored one run and had one RBI and Hill walked once and stole one base.
Frasher tallied one run and one RBI and Schnathorst scored one run.
Moffit earned the pitching win after allowing four runs — one earned — on eight hits and two walks in six innings. He struck out eight.
Damman tossed the seventh and struck out one and walked one but allowed no runs and no hits.
Jack Kelderman registered
two hits, one walk, one run and one steal to lead the North Mahaska offense and was the losing pitcher.
The Warhawks (2-2) out-hit the Bolts 9-5 but committed three of the game’s five errors.
Collins-Maxwell 6, Baxter 0 COLLINS — The Bolts were limited to two hits and they committed three errors during a 6-0 road loss to Collins-Maxwell during Iowa Star Conference South Division action on May 27.
Burdess and Wishman each had one hit and one steal to lead the Baxter offense. The Bolts struck out nine times at the plate.
Wishman (0-1) took the pitching loss after allowing four earned runs on six hits and three walks in four innings. He struck out eight.
Damman pitched two innings and gave up two runs — one earned — on three hits. He struck out five.
Carson Myers had two hits and two runs and Cade Veren led the Spartans’ offense with three hits. Collins-Maxwell (33) improved to 3-0 in conference play.
Cooper Wierson, who had one hit and two runs at the plate, was the winning pitcher after striking out nine and allowing no runs and just two hits over seven innings.
Late rally not enough for C-M baseball in loss to HLV/TC
COLFAX — A late rally by the Colfax-Mingo baseball team fell short against HLV/TC on May 27.
The Tigerhawks fell behind early and were limited to three hits in the 8-5 loss to the Warriors. C-M trailed the South Iowa Cedar League matchup 6-0 after five innings.
Camden Cunningham doubled, scored two runs and tallied one RBI, one walk and one steal and was hit by one pitch to lead the Tigerhawks at the plate.
Jadyn Patten and Ryder
Duchene each had one hit, one RBI and one walk, Chase Trotter walked twice, scored two runs and stole one base and Wyatt Jay walked twice and scored one run.
The Tigerhawks (0-4, 0-4 in the conference) had only three hits but drew 11 walks in the loss. Owen Ament had two walks and was hit by a pitch, Ayden Sloan walked once and was hit by a pitch and Alex Teed walked once.
Jay (0-1) took the loss on the mound after allowing six runs — five earned — on six hits and
four walks in 4 2/3 innings. He fanned eight.
Duchene did not give up a run or a hit and struck out two while walking one in his one inning.
Cunningham pitched 1 1/3 innings and surrendered two earned runs on two hits and two walks and he fanned two.
Levi Molyneux led HLV/TC (2-1, 2-1) with two hits, two runs and two RBIs.
Keegan Gorsch got the pitching win after allowing three earned runs on one hit and eight walks in 5 1/3 innings. He struck out eight, too.
Lynnville-Sully 15, Colfax-Mingo 0 SULLY — The Tigerhawks were limited to just one hit against Class 1A No. 8 Lynnville-Sully on May 30.
Colfax-Mingo committed nine errors and the Hawks scored at least two runs in their four at-bats and plated eight in the bottom of the third to win the SICL matchup.
It was the 10th straight win for L-S over Colfax-Mingo. Jay had the Tigerhawks’ only hit and Cunningham walked
once. Cunningham now leads the team with four walks in four games.
Duchene (0-1) took the pitching loss after allowing nine runs — four earned — on four hits and three hit batters in two innings. He struck out two.
Patten tossed one inning and allowed six runs — four earned — on four hits and three walks.
Jack Bowlin led Lynnville-Sully (5-0, 3-0) with two hits, three runs, two RBIs and one steal.
Trace Carlson (1-0) was the winning pitcher after he allowed no hits and fanned six over three innings.
Montezuma 13, Colfax-Mingo 2 COLFAX — The Tigerhawks couldn’t overcome a fast start by Montezuma during an SICL
matchup on May 29.
Montezuma completed the season sweep of Colfax-Mingo after scoring six runs in the first, three in the third and four in the fifth during a 13-2 road win.
The Tigerhawks had just two hits and committed six errors in the loss.
Sloan and Parker Metzger each had one hit, Jay walked twice and scored one run and Patten walked once and had one run. Cunningham walked once and Teed registered one RBI.
Cunningham (0-2) took the pitching loss after allowing nine runs — six earned — on five hits, three walks and two hit batters in three innings. He also struck out five.
Sloan tossed one inning and surrendered four runs — three earned — on three hits, two walks and one hit batter.
Duchene’s struck out one and walked one in his one inning. Broox Stockman led Montezuma (2-2, 2-2) with two hits and two runs.
Montezuma 9, Colfax-Mingo 3 MONTEZUMA — The Tigerhawks scored the first run of
the game in their season opener on May 21, but Montezuma rallied to win 9-3 at home during SICL play.
Colfax-Mingo was limited to two hits and it committed three errors.
Jay led the offense with one double, one run and two RBIs and Jace Lewis tallied one hit and one RBI.
Sloan was hit by a pitch, scored two runs and stole one base, Xavier Woods was hit by a pitch and stole one base and Cunningham and Teed both walked once. Fisher Grove also was hit by a pitch.
Cunningham took the loss on the mound after allowing six runs — two earned — on five hits, five walks and one hit batter in 3 2/3 innings. He fanned nine.
Jay pitched 2 1/3 inning and surrendered three runs — one earned — on four hits and one walk. He struck out four in the no decision. Erselius struck out 16 Tigerhawks over seven innings. He got the win after surrendering three runs — one earned — on two hits, two walks and three hit batters.
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