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By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News

File Photo The Newton City Council approved consumer use of fireworks within city limits at a special council meeting Wednesday. The city ordinance allows the use of fireworks within city limits between 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the Fourth of July and between 9 a.m. on Dec. 31 to 12:30 a.m. New Year’s Day.

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By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News Newton City Council finalized a city ordinance Wednesday for consumer use of fireworks within city limits between 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the Fourth of July and between 9 a.m. on Dec. 31 to 12:30 a.m.

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“I think this is a reasonable compromise,” councilwoman Miranda Kulis said.

Along with the time regulations, several other requirements were approved for fireworks use in city limits. Those requirements include: • No person under the age of 18 is allowed to discharge a DOT 1.4 class consumer firework

Jamee A. Pierson/Daily News Newton Fire Chief Jarrod Wellik explains the new fireworks regulations to city council during a special meeting on Wednesday.

Newton Fest promo video features Iowa Speedway Sing-Along Newton Daily News The four-day long community festival, Newton Fest, is scheduled for June 8 through June 11.

Residents and visitors will be treated to a variety of entertainment, including a carnival, food contests and more.

But most impressive of all is the live music that is taking center stage. From Metallica, Avenged Sevenfold and Volbeat at Iowa Speedway to Des Moines band Brother Trucker and Iowa-native Damon Dotson, the weekend will feature music for everyone.

To promote the most jampacked musical weekend in recent Newton history, Jimmy Small, President at Iowa Speedway, and Damon Dotson, who is performing at

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Newton Fest, took a spin around the track for a Speedway Sing-Along. The 5-minute video captures the laps around the track and a taste of the Saturday night performance from Dotson. You can view the video here: https:// youtu.be/xvSFec50RcU On Friday, metal giants Metallica will take the stage with Avenged Sevenfold and Volbeat at Iowa Speedway.

This stop, which is part of their WorldWired 2017 North American tour, is in partnership with The Native Fund.

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• A person can only discharge a consumer fireworks device on real property they own or on property where consent has been given. Novelties, including snakes, sparklers or caps, can be discharged on a public place so long as all trash, wrappers and wires are properly disposed of.

• Consumer fireworks cannot be discharged by anyone showing visible signs of, or determined to be, intoxicated or under the influence of a drug or narcotic. Any person discharging a consumer fireworks device assumes all responsibility for its operation and the consequences thereof. No person can discharge a consumer firework device in a reckless manner or manner likely to cause death, injury, fire or property damage. Fireworks may not be altered, removed or discharged from its intended method. Sky lantern open flame devices are not permitted to be FIREWORKS | 3A

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Following a comprehensive search, the city has found a preferred developer for the Hotel Maytag renovation.

Des Moines-based Hatch Development Group was selected from a pool of interested parties to begin negotiations on a development agreement for the historical cornerstone of downtown.

“We are very excited, and we are very privileged to be considered for your developer,” Hatch Development Group Principal Jack Hatch said. “We will work very hard for the next 75 days to get the financing that is necessary to renovate, not only a historical building, but a namesake and someone with history in this town that literally the whole world knows.”

Along with Hatch, May-May Ng and Tim Ng are also partners behind the project.

The agreement has the company designated as the “preferred developer,” which will give it exclusive rights to negotiate the details of a development agreement with the city for a 75-day period.

During that time, the city will not negotiate with or solicit interest from any other developers.

The designation will allow the development group to invest resources in exploring detailed, creative ways to meet the city’s expectations for the project. The city is, however, under no obligation to reach an agreement and continues to maintain control of all the design, cost, occupancy and timing parameters of the project.

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Jamee A. Pierson/Daily News Hatch Development Group Principal Jack Hatch talks to the Newton City Council about the opportunity to redevelop the former Hotel Maytag building and restore it to its previous grandeur.

Eagle Scout project brings gaga ball to Newton

By Justin Jagler Newton Daily News The word “gaga” bring to mind a pop but it also identifies piece of playground

might singer, a new equip-

ment at Newton’s Aurora Park.

Thanks to an Eagle Scout project by Gage Linahon, the park now has a gaga ball pit.

Linahon spent the last year raising funds for the pit after

getting the project OK’d by the city park board.

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Submitted Photo Newton Eagle Scout Gage Linahon is pictured inside his scout project at Aurora Park. The octagon-shaped structure is a gaga ball pit, which Linahon raised funds for and helped build.

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Today’s Highlight in History: On May 25, 1977, the first “Star Wars” film (later renamed “Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope”) was released by 20th Century Fox. On this date: In 1787, the Constitutional Convention began at the Pennsylvania State House (Independence Hall) in Philadelphia after enough delegates had shown up for a quorum.

In 1916, the Chicago Tribune published an interview with Henry Ford in which the automobile industrialist was quoted as saying, “History is more or less bunk.”

In 1935, Babe Ruth hit his last three career home runs — nos. 712, 713 and 714 — for the Boston Braves in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. (The Pirates won, 11-7.)

In 1961, President John F. Kennedy told Congress: “I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth.”

In 1968, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis was dedicated by Vice President Hubert Humphrey and Interior Secretary Stewart Udall.

In 1979, 273 people died when an American Airlines DC-10 crashed just after takeoff from Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. Sixyear-old Etan Patz disappeared while on his way to a school bus stop in lower Manhattan. (In April 2017, former store clerk Pedro Hernandez, convicted of killing Etan, was sentenced to at least 25 years in prison.)

In 1981, daredevil Dan Goodwin, wearing a Spiderman costume, scaled the outside of Chicago’s Sears Tower in 7 1/2 hours.

In 1986, an estimated 7 million Americans participated in “Hands Across America” to raise money for the nation’s hungry and homeless.

In 1992, Jay Leno made his debut as host of NBC’s “Tonight Show,” succeeding Johnny Carson.

Ten years ago: President George W. Bush signed a bill to pay for military operations in Iraq that did not contain a timetable for troop withdrawals. Radical Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr resurfaced after nearly four months in hiding and demanded U.S. troops leave Iraq.

Five years ago: The private company SpaceX made history as its Dragon capsule docked with the International Space Station. In Syria, more than 100 people were killed in one day in a cluster of villages in central Homs province; U.N. investigators blamed pro-government gunmen for at least some of the killings, but the Syrian regime denied responsibility and blamed rebels for the deaths.

One year ago: President Barack Obama wrapped up his historic visit to Vietnam before heading to Japan, the site of a twoday summit of wealthy nations. It was announced that Texas and 10 other states were suing the Obama administration over its directive to U.S. public schools to let transgender students use the bathrooms and locker rooms that matched their gender identity.

Today’s Birthdays Actress Ann Robinson is 88. Actor Sir Ian McKellen is 78. Movie director and Muppeteer Frank Oz is 73. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., is 57. Actor-comedian Mike Myers is 54. Actor Joseph Reitman is 49. Rock musician Glen Drover is 48. Actress Anne Heche is 48. Actresses Lindsay and Sidney Greenbush (TV: “Little House on the Prairie”) are 47. Actor-comedian Jamie Kennedy is 47. Actress Octavia Spencer is 47. Actress Molly Sims is 44. Singer Lauryn Hill is 42. Actor Ethan Suplee is 41. Actress-singer Lauren Frost is 32. Musician Guy Lawrence (Disclosure) is 26.

Olympic gold medal gymnast Aly Raisman is 23.

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That’s Odd Large inflatable obstacle course stolen in Phoenix burglary PHOENIX (AP) — Phoenix police are investigating the theft of a large multicolored inflatable obstacle course.

Police say an open-topped red cargo trailer and the eight-piece obstacle course were stolen from a commercial yard in southwest Phoenix on May 7 or May 8.

Police said in a statement Wednesday that the obstacle course is 180 feet long and 25 feet wide when inflated.

It’s valued at $35,000.

Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. UK ANGERED BY US BOMBING LEAKS British security and law enforcement officials are reviewing whether other sensitive information involving the Manchester probe should still be shared.

2. TRUMP MEETING WITH NATO, EU IN BRUSSELS The U.S. president is visiting a city he once called a “hellhole” to meet with the leaders of one alliance he threatened to abandon and another whose weakening he cheered.

3. WHAT NATO’S CHIEF IS AFFIRMING Jens Stoltenberg says the alliance will join the international coalition fighting the Islamic State group, but will not wage direct war against the extremists.

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CHARGED WITH ASSAULTING REPORTER Greg Gianforte, running for Montana’s sole congressional seat, faces misdemeanor charges after witnesses say he grabbed a Guardian journalist by the neck and slammed him to the ground.

5. FILIPINO TROOPS CLOSE IN ON SOUTHERN CITY Army tanks roll into Marawi to try to restore control after Islamic State-linked militants launch a violent siege that sent thousands of people fleeing.

6. WHY SENATE MAY NEED TO RECONCILE GOP HEALTH CARE BILL Congress’ nonpartisan budget analysts say it would leave 23 million more Americans uninsured and cause many people with preexisting medical conditions to pay more for coverage.

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8. CONTROVERSIAL IVF DOCTOR GIVES HOPE TO OLDER WOMEN An in-vitro fertilization clinic in India treats would-be mothers as old as 70, despite concerns about the health risks and parents dying before their kids reach adulthood.

9. WHAT PLAN COULD SERVE AS A NATIONAL MODEL Gov. Scott Walker wants to make Wisconsin the first state in the country to require childless adults applying for Medicaid to undergo drug screening.

10. WHERE US CITIES ARE SEE POPULATION RISE Four of the top five are in Texas with Conroe, a northern Houston suburb, the fastest-growing of the top 15, the U.S. Census Bureau says.

Entertainment Jury of 12 on Bill Cosby sex assault case includes 2 blacks PITTSBURGH (AP) — The jury that will hear the sex assault case against Bill Cosby will include two blacks among its 12 members in a case Cosby believes could be racially motivated.

Prosecutors and the defense team on Wednesday also chose six alternate jurors, two of them black.

“It’s a terrific jury made up of people of all demographics,” Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele said. “We’re past this nonsense about the optics and things.”

Cosby’s lawyers had complained this week that prosecutors were trying to keep blacks off the jury with their seven strikes.

The judge, though, found prosecutors had other valid reasons to strike two black women earlier this week. The jury makeup of 17 percent is higher than the 13 percent black population in Allegheny County.

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Cosby thanked local officials and fans as he left the Pittsburgh courthouse Wednesday evening, including “all of the people who have come to see my shows.”

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The jury from Pittsburgh will be sequestered nearly 300 miles from home.

Half of the jury pool being questioned Wednesday said they’d formed an opinion on his guilt or innocence, while one knew Cosby or his family. One-third said they were more likely to believe police testimony, nearly one-fourth had been convicted of a crime and nearly one-fifth said someone close to them had been sexually assaulted.

The judge meanwhile removed a while male juror chosen Monday for undisclosed personal reasons. Lawyers then picked a white woman to replace him.

The defense had raised concerns about the racial makeup of the jury Tuesday when only one black was seated among the first 11 jurors. The initial jury pool had 16 blacks among 100 people.

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Local & State News Hatch Continued from Page 1A Should the city choose to move forward with Hatch, the company has outlined plans for redevelopment and designated the partners it will use during the development process.

“This a $13 million renovation. For those of us in this field, it is just amazing how expensive this is, to take an old building and renovate it,” Hatch said. “It is a lot easier to just tear it down and for many, many years, that is exactly what happened. For you to step for and want to save it and know you are going to put some participating money and resources into it, just shows how far we have come as a community and state to provide this kind of leadership.”

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The proposal put before the city first has Hatch purchasing the building at the city’s requested price. Work will then move to renovating the second through fifth floors into one and two bedroom apartments followed by a restoration of the ballroom into a space for community use and co-working space for tenants in the building.

Throughout the process, Hatch will continue to examine the upgrading of the commercial spaces on the first floor including Midtown Cafe, the Capitol II Theatre and the open retail spaces.

To do the work, Hatch has assembled a team of professionals that “is highly respected and provides the experience this project requires.”

Along with Hatch as the developer, Walker Coen Lorentzen will serve as the architect, WNC is charged as the financ-

ing tax credit syndicator and Jack Daugherty will be the construction consultant, who will work to find a contractor for the project.

If Hatch receives the city’s approval on a development agreement, he said they would be ready to go within six months.

“We are delighted you have an interest in working with us through this project and we look forward to the next 75 days,” mayor Mike Hansen said.

The city took an interest in the building following a lack of progress made by former developer, Frantz Community Investors. The Cedar Rapids-based company announced intentions for a $10 million renovation project more than two years ago that included adding 35 market-rate apartments, commercial space and an upscale

restaurant, but little to no progress had been made and financing had not yet been secured to start on the project.

With progress stalling, the city made the move to purchase the building in early September for $549,000 with the intent of owning it for a limited time before a financial investor was selected to complete the renovations. It then conducted a two-part Request for Proposals process beginning in November. Companies submitted proposals for the historic rehabilitation of the building, attempting to meet the city’s stated vision of having more than 30 market-rate apartments on the upper floors, a restored ballroom on the second floor and renovated commercial spaces on the first floor.

During the search period, the city worked to get the building stabilized and ready

for redevelopment by doing necessary maintenance and repairs. Work included repairing leaks in the roof, air conditioner units, a crushed sewer main, leaking steam pipes and completing a comprehensive hazardous materials study, among other repairs.

At the conclusion of the search, the city found Hatch’s proposal came closest to aligning with the city’s objectives. The city and developer will now have until Aug. 7 to reach an agreement. Should an agreement not be reached, the city will continue to seek other developers. If it has, the city will proceed with the steps to formally sell the property and enter into a full development agreement with Hatch.

Contact Jamee A. Pierson at 641-792-3121 ext. 6534 or jpierson@newtondailynews.com

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will benefit The Native Fund, founded by Iowa natives Ashton Kutcher and Dallas Clark.

After Shock, an 80’s tribute band, will also be performing on Friday night at Thunder Nites in downtown Newton. The bike night attracts hundreds of motorcyclists and people to Newton the second Friday of the month from May to September.

Damon Dotson and Brother Trucker will be Saturday evening’s musical entertainment at this year’s Newton Fest.

Brother Trucker will take the stage at 5:30 p.m. followed by an 8 p.m. performance by Damon Dotson.

In addition to the two evening performances,

released within the city limits, except if tethered by a retrievable rope so long as the person discharging has control over the sky lantern.

“It cannot be done in public spaces, especially when we have crowds gathered,” Newton Fire Chief Jarrod Wellik said. “A good example that we caution people on is Agnes Patterson Park on July Fourth and Berg School. Those are two areas where we receive a lot of complaints regarding fireworks usage and those obviously will be high traffic areas for us to be looking to enforce the rules as well.”

The use of display fireworks is still prohibited within city limits by consumer users. Display fireworks can be used if an application is written, a permit is granted and the fireworks are handled by a competent operator. No permit will be granted unless the operator or sponsoring organization has filed with the city evidence of specific insurance.

If a citizen were to violate the regulations, they would be guilty of a simple misdemeanor which is punishable by a fine of no less than $250.

Those living outside city limits in Jasper County are allowed to follow the less restrictive state regulations which say fireworks can be used from June 1 to July 8 and Dec. 10 to Jan. 3 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. On July Fourth and the Saturdays and Sundays immediately preceding and following July Fourth, the hours expand from 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. and on Dec. 31 to the next day fireworks are allowed between 9 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Also, on the Saturdays and Sundays immediately preceding and following Dec. 31 fireworks can be used from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. The Jasper County Supervisors approved those fireworks regulations earlier this week.

Submitted Photo Musician Damon Dotson, left, and Iowa Speedway President Jimmy Small, right, starred in a Newton Fest promotional video, Iowa Speedway Sing-Along. Dotson will headline the Newton Fest musical lineup on June 10.

local talent will take the stage beginning at noon on Saturday, June 10 for a Local Music Showcase hosted by 301 Studios.

“The whole idea behind Newton Fest is to get together as a community and have fun,” said Jessica Lowe, chair of Newton Fest. “We

Gaga Continued from Page 1A struck by the ball at the knee or below, they must leave the pit. The last person remaining in the pit is the winner.

Linahon became a fan of the game at summer camp for Boy Scouts, where he played it with members of his troop. He wanted to bring the fun to Newton, so he embarked on a fundraising mission.

The Eagle Scout and Newton native raised more than $2,500 for the project with the help of generous area residents and businesses.

Once Linahon worked with park and city administrators to de-

have some great musical performance lined up for Newton Fest and we hope to see a wide variety of people at this year’s events.”

For a full schedule of all that is happening at Newton Fest, visit www. newtonfest.org/.

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termine the location and gathered the necessary funds, he purchased a gaga ball pit building kit. He and a few other members of Newton Boy Scout Troop 354 built the pit on site at Aurora Park earlier this month.

The octagon-shaped structure is made of durable composite materials, and the rules of the game are posted on a sign attached to the wall of the pit. It is located just east of the playground. Park-goers will have to bring their own ball if they want to play.

For a project to be recognized as an Eagle Scout project, Linahon said, it must benefit a school or community and not be for profit.

“I thought this was a pretty good project because everyone in the community can use it from all ages,

brates what is great about our community. From showcasing community pride to admiring Newton’s artistic side, the weekend is planned by a group of local citizens and community organizations to provide family-friendly, affordable fun for everyone.

and it’s just a good fit for that park,” Linahon said.

The vast majority of Boy Scouts never reach the Eagle Scout rank.

Linahon said it’s a big accomplishment that he will have with him the rest of his life.

Donors to the project were Ina Heideman, Brian and Nicki Shores, Mark and Emily Allen, Jim and Sherri Long, Cline Tool, Product Development Partners, Eye Care Center of Newton, Brad and Mary Manatt, Jane Ann Cotton, Loucks and Buren Orthodontics, Medicap Pharmacy, Ken and Jane Odland, Guy and Deana Gast, Linahon CAD Solutions and Sign Pro.

Contact Jamee A. Pierson at 641-792-3121 ext. 6534 or jpierson@newtondailynews.com

Correction Jerry Fults was sentenced to 20 years in prison in a sex abuse case. Fults was ordered to serve two charges consecutively. His sentencing was incorrectly reported in Tuesday’s Newton Daily News.

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take a breath and focus, trying to tell myself all of the fundamentals I need to use in order to get a good swing.

My arms raise the club above my head and a chain reaction begins. My hands grip the club a little tighter as my lower body, core and arms help propel the club at a downward plunge. The ball makes a satisfying “twack” as the driver sends it out into the open field. I watch it soar, just thankful I didn’t hit the ground before the ball.

Golf has become a rather new hobby.

I have always been more of a softball person, so swinging a golf club fights some of the muscle memories I’ve had since I was a toddler, playing wiffle ball in the backyard. In high school, I threw shot put and discus, so being a part of the golf team was never an option. I did fairly well

for myself in the sport as I continued to do track in college, but even then, softball was always going to be my favorite sport.

After graduation, I took up slow-pitch softball and played it every summer until last year. Now that I’m going on two years removed from the sport, I have time to give this golf thing a try.

I have played my share of mini golf, but I’ve only ever played one round of golf in my life. My dad took my siblings and I to the course when I was around 11 or 12. I was not the best at it, but it was fun trying to hit the ball approximately where I was aiming.

We never returned to the golf course.

The only reason being we had so many other activities, it was hard to get back out to the links.

Last year, the Young Professionals of

Jasper County worked with golf pro Brad Sponseller at Westwood Golf Course as a social event one evening. I had no golf clubs of my own, but I showed up anyway wanting to see if I could handle this sport.

I had fun that day and was eager to try it again. However, I only made back out to Westwood one other time last year. I was too busy meeting my future husband and spending time with him the rest of the spring and summer to focus on the game.

Well, this year I’ve made a better attempt at learning this thing called golf.

Westwood hosted a Ladies Golf Clinic every Tuesday in May for any woman who wanted to come and try to improve their golf game. I signed up immediately, and with the exception of last week being at the Civic Center, I was at every one of them.

Mr. Sponseller did a great job of teaching and explaining what good form and fundamentals were needed to strike the golf ball well. I’m slowly getting better, but nowhere near ready for the LPGA.

I don’t think that will ever be in cards for me.

My fiancé, Tim, has really helped this new hobby take shape. My dad has golf clubs, but he has stored them somewhere and has been unable to locate them. It was looking like I was going to have to invest in some clubs of my own.

However, Tim mentioned his dad had a set of clubs he doesn’t use anymore and with his dad’s permission, Tim brought me the clubs. I was so thankful to both of them.

Tim has even come with me to the driving range so we can go golfing together sometime. He took a golf class in college, but he hasn’t played much for the last 10 years or so. We are both going to figure this out together, I guess.

Westwood has a beautiful course, and I look forward to when I am brave enough to play nine holes of golf. The full 18 seems a bit too much to me at this point, but hey, maybe someday.

Contact Pam Rodgers at prodgers@newtondailynews.com

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Garden and birds Our garden is humongous this year. I stepped it off, and it measures 60 x 36 feet. — purt’near the size of our pole barn. We planted “cukes,” pole beans, peas, early and late corn, giant “punkins” to run in the corn, radishes, Caesar and butter-bowl lettuce, beets, carrots, turnips (poor-man’s potatoes — Ginnie despises — almost as much as she does peas), green onions, sweet onions, sweet, beef-eater and cherry tomatoes, green, red and hot peppers, “mushmellon,” strawberries, asparagus, zucchini, potatoes, hollyhocks, rhubarb, rosemary and basil. Never one for moderation, I usually overdo everything.

Ginnie will have a lot of produce to give away at work, along with brown eggs from our soon-tobe laying hens.

Buddy has been getting a lot of walks in lately, with our trips out to check on the baby chicks, and then to see how the garden’s doing. He enjoys these walks immensely and is always on the lookout for rabbit nests and baby birds — this time of year there being an abundance of both.

On one of these walks I spotted a brown thrasher. They are called “thrashers” because they “thrash” each piece of straw or nest-building material thoroughly before inserting it in their nest. At least that’s what I surmise. Actually, Wikipedia says the thrasher is named after the thrush. I doubt it. If you’ve ever seen a thrasher busy “thrashing,” you’ll agree with me.

We have two double rows of Colorado Blue Spruce for wind breaks. These spruce trees are full of birds. One morning Buddy and I saw the thrasher hop up into a blue spruce and disappear. “Aha,” I said to Buddy. “I believe that thrasher is nesting in that spruce. Let’s go see.”

Buddy agreed wholeheartedly, shaking his head, tongue lolling out.

We approached cautiously. I gingerly parted the branches and could see a smidgin of a nest. There was a buzzing sound. I withdrew my hand and the buzzing stopped. I stuck my hand back in, and the buzzing resumed. It sounded like a baby rattlesnake or bumblebee. I believe that mama thrasher was imitating the sound of a rattler or bee to ward off would-be nest robbers. In consulting Wikipedia again, it says the brown thrasher is a great imitator. Now, a black bird or dove will simply fly away upon someone approaching its nest. The dove might do a broken-wing act to draw you away, but they both abandon the nest. Not mama thrasher. She sits tight and threatens. Sometimes nature just takes my breath away.

Further down the row of trees, we saw a gang of red-winged blackbirds viciously attack a lone sparrow. The sparrow probably got too close to a nest. Nature can be both cruel and beautiful at the same time — the red splotch on the black wings fluttering like battle flags.

Our chicks are growing like weeds. We did lose one, to heat possibly, so we’re down to 23.

Ginnie broke her own rule about no chicks in the house. We brought it in for some TLC. To no avail. Ginnie cried.

However, both Ginnie and I get a charge out of the chicks. They run around and face off, even the little hens up against the bully roosters, beak-to-beak, bumping chests, for some imagined affront. Then they just seem to forget what the dust-up was all about. It reminds me a lot of humans, politicians and the news media in particular, get’n all puffed up over something or another, only to find another thing to get worked up about the following day. Am I anthropomorphizing, saying baby chicks are like politicians and the news media? Yep. Contact Curt Swarm in Mt. Pleasant at 319-217-0526 or curtswarm@yahoo.com

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Investing in Iowa’s infrastructure The need for a long-term infrastructure investment is clear to any American who drives a car or truck, rides the rails or flies in an airplane. Here in Iowa it is no different. As I am out driving around the state, I see firsthand our crumbling roads and bridges. Recently, in coordination with Infrastructure Week, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), released its 2017 Infrastructure Report Card. They gave America’s roads a grade of D, and bridges received a grade of C+.

The urgent state of our nation’s infrastructure cannot be overstated. Iowa’s farmers, manufacturers, businesses and local economies all rely on quality infrastructure to get their goods to the world. Investing in modernizing our infrastructure not only makes critical upgrades to our roads, bridges, lock, dams and airports, but it also helps

Iowa View U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack grow the economy and bring good paying jobs to our communities.

Additionally, in our 21st Century society, high speed internet access is no longer a luxury amenity, but rather an essential service for homes and businesses in this interconnected world.

Unfortunately, many rural communities lack sufficient broadband infrastructure to take advantage of this explosion of technology and economic possibility. As a co-chair of the House Rural Broadband Caucus, I have called on President Trump to include expanding broadband connectivity to rural America in any infrastructure proposal.

Investments in infrastructure, particularly in the state’s rural areas, are key to rebuilding Iowa’s economy. That is why I am proud to cosponsor the Partnership to Build America Act (H.R. 2084), which would establish a large-scale infrastructure financing capability creating significant jobs in the short-term and helping U.S. competitiveness in the longterm. I also helped introduce a comprehensive infrastructure plan that contains $40 billion to expand broadband access for communities nationwide, including those in rural areas.

A modern, safe and efficient infrastructure will not only create jobs now for the construction industry, but it will also set the stage for long term job creation and economic growth.

I will continue to fight to ensure that fixing Iowa’s crumbling infrastructure is a priority.

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Newton Community School Board Travis Padget, board president 511 N. Ninth Ave. E. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-792-1684 travispadget@gmail.com Robyn Friedman, vice president 1500 S. 12th Ave. W. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-787-0911 robynpt5@gmail.com

Josh Cantu 1103 N. Fourth Ave. W. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-840-1091 josh.cantu.ncsd.schoolboard@ gmail.com Sheri Benson 1209 W. 16th St. S. #205 Newton, Iowa 50208 641-417-0227 slb04362@gmail.com

Donna Cook 518 N. Second Ave. E. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-791-2665 dcook2014@gmail.com Andy Elbert 710 W. Ninth St. S. Newton, IA 50208 641-521-1641 andyelbert@gmail.com Ann Leonard 901 Highway S-52 N. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-521-2463 ann.leonardsb@gmail.com

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Obituaries Ted Church May 22, 2017 Ted Church, 72, of Newton, died May 22, 2017, at his home. A celebration of life will be from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 17 at the Jasper County Church

of Christ, 1813 First St. N. in Newton.

Te d , the son of Clarence and Chrystell Church, was born March 1, 1945, in Des

Moines.

He was joined in marriage to Sheree K. Fortune. Together they had three children, Todd (Lori), Troy (Shannon) and Tami (Scott). The pride of his life were his four grandchildren, Sasha, Breanna, Troy and Zane, as well as four

great-granddaughters.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; two sisters, Maryann and Myrtie; and a brother, Vernon.

He is also survived by two sisters, Karen Wall and Kathy Weuve; and one brother, Don Church.

Enjoy several programs offered at Lake Red Rock Memorial Day Weekend

Submitted Photo Live Snakes! program is 7 p.m. Friday at Whitebreast Amphitheater.

There’s always something happening at Lake Red Rock. Check out these upcoming programs and activities: Live Snakes! will begin at 7 p.m. Friday at the Whitebreast Amphitheater. Get an up-close look at some of these slithery, scaly reptiles that call the lake area home. You might even get the chance to hold one of them.

Playscape Planting Day will begin 10 a.m. Saturday in the Playscape Play Area (located near the North Overlook Beach). Get your hands dirty planting seeds, flowers and herbs for this season’s feast of the eyes and tastebuds. Gardeners of all ages welcome! You can also make a garden craft to take home.

“Owl Puke” Investigation program will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday at Red Rock Visitor Center

Submitted Photo Meet Bobber the Water Safety Dog at 2 p.m. Monday at North Overlook Beach.

Take a closer look at what owls leave behind after they eat. You’ll get your own owl pellet to dissect. Search through the bones to figure out what critter became its last meal.

Meet Bobber the Water Safety Dog at 2 p.m.

Monday at North Overlook Beach. Bobber is a fun loving pup that likes to meet new people and help them learn how to be safe around the water. Come meet him and pick up some great safety tips.

Programs are free of charge and no reservations are needed. Activities may be canceled if raining. For more information, contact the Corps of Engineers office at 641-828-7522 or via email at lakeredrock@ usace.army.mil

Strawberry season underway in Iowa Iowans encouraged to visit a strawberry grower or shop at a farmers market to enjoy these fresh, delicious treats DES MOINES — Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey has said many strawberry growers across the state are predicting a bumper crop and encouraged Iowans to take advantage of these delicious, fresh berries by visiting a local strawberry patch at a local farmers market.

“The mild winter and wet spring have created a nearly ideal growing situation for fruits and vegetables in Iowa and strawberries are leading the way. Growers across the state are reporting tons of blooms,” Northey said.

Strawberries go from bloom to fruit in about 30 days and are best eaten within a few days of being

picked. Strawberry harvest season only lasts about 3 weeks in Iowa and harvest times vary across the state.

“Fresh picked strawberries are a delicious treat that often kickoff the growing season and summer full of enjoying fresh, Iowa-grown fruits and vegetables. Visiting a local farmers market or going to a you-pick farm is a great way to find fresh berries that can be enjoyed fresh, used in baking or preserved as jellies or jams,” Northey said.

As a favorite fruit among many Iowans, strawberries are low in calories and fat-free, in fact onecup of unsweetened strawberries only has 55 calories. Strawberries

are also a good source of vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, and fiber.

Support a local grower and treat your family to a fun-filled trip to the strawberry patch and make memories that will last a lifetime. If visiting a strawberry patch, be sure to call or check the website for their harvest information. While you’re there you may just find blueberries or raspberries as well.

You can find strawberry growers by visiting our Fruit and Vegetable Farms Directory at idalsdata.org/ fmnp/index.cfm or on the Iowa Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association “farm search” page at ifvga. org/en/about_us/farm_search/.

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• Jasper County 911 Service Board will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office, 2300 Law Center Drive in Newton. Come to the main sheriff ’s entrance to the lobby and turn right to the sheriff ’s office entrance.

• Newton Public Library Board will meet at 4 p.m. Thursday in the board room of the library, 100 N. Third Ave. W. in Newton.

• Farmers’ Market will begin at 4:30 p.m.

Thursday at Garden Square Park on East Jefferson Street in Prairie City.

• Meal & Meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Thursday at Emerson Hough Chapter of the Izaak Walton League, 889 Highway F36 W. in Newton.

• Penny Bingo will begin at 1 p.m. Friday at Jasper County Senior Citizens Center, 702 E. Third St. S. in Newton.

• Monroe Bike Night will begin at 6 p.m. Friday at Monroe’s Public Square. Drinkin’ and Dreamin’ will be the featured entertainers.

• Curbside Clean-up will begin at 7 a.m. Saturday in Prairie City.

• Appliance/Scrap Metal Drop Off will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday in Prairie City.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 10 a.m.

Saturday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

• The rehanging of the wind chimes will begin at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Sams Pioneer Cemetery in Mingo. Each of the donated wind chimes will be hung by volunteers at each grave of the 63 children buried at Sams. The public is invited to help hang the chimes. Doughnuts and coffee will be provided.

• Peer Support for those living with mental illness will meet at 11 a.m. Saturday at Optimae Life Services, 1730 First Ave. E. in Newton.

• Maytag Pool will open for the 2017 season at 1 p.m. Saturday at Maytag Park in Newton.

• Open House will begin at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at St. Johns Cemetery, located north of Newton.

• The Colfax American Legion and Colfax AMVETS are hosting a dedication to the new veterans memorial at 3 p.m. Saturday in Mineral Springs Park. Doug Bishop is the keynote speaker.

• Special Worship Memorial Day Sunday will begin at 9 a.m. Sunday at Union Chapel, 1-mile west, 1/2-mile north of Ira. • Narcotics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

Sunday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

• Wittemberg Church Historical Society Pancake Breakfast will begin at 7 a.m. Monday at Wittemberg Church, 662 Holly Ave. in Newton. Menu includes Pancakes, eggs, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, O.J. and coffee. Free will donations will help preserve this Jasper County landmark.

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Police Blotter Newton Police Department • Romell L. Cochran, 28, of Newton, was arrested at 9:32 p.m. Sunday after an officer recognized Cochran as having an active warrant for a disorderly conduct charge. Cochran was ar-

rested and taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Maitay L. Yao, 31, of Newton, was arrested at 10:19 p.m. Sunday when an officer recognized the driver as driving with a revoked license. Yao was arrested and taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Steven A. Sholley, 52, of Newton, was arrested at 12:28 a.m. Monday after an officer observed sparks coming from the rear passenger tire. Sholley was driving with a revoked license, was arrested and taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Willie Patrick Green, 46, of Newton, was arrested at 10:50 p.m.

Monday after an officer saw Green driving without headlights. Green was driving with a suspended driver’s license, was arrested and taken to the Jasper County Jail.

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Man puts out a welcome mat only for his side of the family DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married 10 years, and he treats my family and friends very different compared to how he treats his own.

A few months ago, my sister called me at 9 p.m. She was driving through on her way to Florida with her 7-year-old daughter and had been trying for an hour to find a hotel at that point. We were only 40 minutes away, so I told her she could stay the night with us. When I told my husband afterward, he flipped out because I didn’t ask his permission first.

I have never invited anyone to stay with us before. My family lives far away, but I didn’t think it was a big deal to extend the invite because he constantly tells his family and friends they are always welcome. Today he informed me his son is coming to stay a week with his wife and 6-monthold (two weeks from now!).

Am I wrong to feel that if there is a rule, it should apply to both of us, and he should have asked me first?

— HOUSE RULES IN FLORIDA DEAR HOUSE RULES: No, you’re not wrong. Because your husband is such a stickler for “asking permission” before inviting relatives to stay, that same courtesy should have been extended to you.

House rules are supposed to be followed by everyone who lives in the household. There seems to be an imbalance of power in yours. Be smart.

Talk with a licensed counselor about how to deal with your husband because unless you do, you’ll spend the rest of your life playing second fiddle to a controlling, emotional bully.

DEAR ABBY: One of my longtime friends has become extremely religious. I have nothing against religion, but I am non-practicing, although I do believe in something

greater. My problem is, now whenever we talk, text, Facebook page and Skype (with our children), everything is about God, religion, how He has a plan for us, etc.

I don’t want to offend her, but my son and I do not need to constantly hear about her religious beliefs. My husband and I are raising our son to be a kind, honest person, but are letting him choose what religion (if any) he wants to be a part of when he grows up.

Although we now have only a long-distance friendship (I had to move away), this has put a strain on it because I haven’t said anything.

What should I do? How should I handle it? — NON-OBSERVANT IN ONTARIO, CANADA DEAR NON-OBSERVANT: The woman means well, so don’t be defensive. But do speak up and tell her — nicely — that while you understand religion has become an important part of her life, you would prefer she leave the subject out of your conversations.

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Trump schedules first Iowa visit as president

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CEDAR RAPIDS — Donald Trump has scheduled a visit to Iowa — his first as president of the United States.

His campaign website says a rally is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. June 1 at the Cedar Rapids Convention Complex. People are invited to register for up to two tickets each. Trump’s last visit to Iowa occurred in Des Moines during his “Thank You” tour as president-elect in December.

Trump won Iowa’s six electoral votes in November.

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IOWA CITY — The chairwoman of the University of Iowa Alumni Association has resigned ahead of a key meeting on whether the group should be merged with the university’s foundation.

Association board chair Clare Kelly had been critical of UI President Bruce Harreld’s merger plan, unveiled in March.

She said his announcement stunned directors of the 150-year-old nonprofit.

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Former fire academy manager gets probation NEVADA — A former Iowa fire academy administrator has been given two years’ probation for falsifying test scores that were used to improperly certify thousands of firefighters.

Former Fire Services Training Bureau certification manager John McPhee also was sentenced Wednesday in Story County District Court to a suspended prison sentence of five years. He was fined $750 and ordered to serve 100 hours of community service.

DES MOINES — Des Moines Water Works plans to double the size of the nitrate removal facility that treats drinking water from the Raccoon and Des Moines rivers. The utility’s board this week approved an $800,000 design contract. The utility expects to spend $15 million on the project, and officials say the new equipment and the cost to operate it will require bigger future rate increases. The utility had sued three northern Iowa counties for increased nitrate levels.

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Officials warn of fake food inspectors at restaurants DES MOINES — State officials say fake food inspectors have again popped up at restaurants in Iowa. The Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals says in a news release Wednesday that people posing as inspectors appear to be targeting ethnic restaurants in Scott County and central Iowa. The latest scam involves people posing as food inspectors who promise restaurant owners a renewed license in exchange for a $5 payment by credit card.

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ES MOINES (AP) — Kim Reynolds was sworn in as Iowa’s governor on Wednesday, becoming the state’s first woman to hold the job after taking over for longtime Gov. Terry Branstad the same day he was sworn in as the U.S. ambassador to China.

Reynolds, a 57-yearold former county treasurer, took the oath of office in a ceremony at the Iowa Capitol.

Reynolds was Branstad’s lieutenant governor, and she took over after the fellow Republican was sworn in to the diplomatic post.

Branstad was the nation’s longest-serving governor, being in the top job for more than 22 years.

“As your governor, I won’t stop working until every Iowan, no matter where they live, has the same opportunity to succeed, have a satisfying career, raise their family and have a great quality of life,” Reynolds told the crowd of hundreds. “It won’t be easy, but I know I won’t be doing it alone.”

It remains to be seen how Reynolds will differentiate herself from Branstad, who signed a range of conservative-leaning legislation this year that shifted the state sharply to the right, thanks to a trifecta of Republican control in the Statehouse not seen in nearly 20 years. The legislation included eliminating most collective bargaining rights for public workers, prohibiting local governments from individually raising the minimum hourly wage

Surveys this year show more people view the state as heading in the wrong direction than the right one.

“I’m going to travel the state and I’m going to go into communities and I’m going to talk — Gov. Kim Reynolds to Iowans and I’m going to listen,” Reynolds said in a Capitol interview with The Associated Press ahead of her swearing in. “What are we missing? What are we doing right?”

Reynolds, a married mother and grandmother, will serve as governor through January 2019, when Branstad’s sixth non-consecutive term would have ended. She is widely expected to launch her own gubernatorial run in 2018, which could stretch her time in office by four years or more. As Branstad’s longevity in office showed, Iowa has no term limits.

Democrats, in the minority following the November election, were critical of Branstad and Republicans AP Photo during the session, Iowa Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds, right, is sworn in as governor by Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark Cady during a accusing them of not ceremonial swearing in Wednesday at the Statehouse in Des Moines. Holding the bible is her husband Kevin Reyn- working in a biparolds. tisan fashion. Senate Democratic Leader and requiring voter tion in energy pro- 14 years in the post, she Des Moines lawyer Rob Hogg said he is identification at the duction through wind was elected to the Iowa Doug Gross, a former eager to see whether polls. power and renewable Senate and was serving adviser to Branstad and Reynolds does things Reynolds hasn’t said fuels. She also stressed in her second year as a one-time nominee for differently. much publicly about expanding workforce senator when Branstad governor.

“Here’s the question: her future priorities as training for adults and asked her to be his runStagnant revenue Will she do what Gov. governor, though she providing more sci- ning mate. They were growth forced lawmak- Branstad did and just provided a glimpse ence, technology, en- elected in 2010, and ers to make midyear work with Republican during a speech fol- gineering and math re-elected in 2014. spending cuts and pass legislative leaders or lowing her swearing education in public She largely remained an annual budget that will she say as goverin. She emphasized tax schools. in Branstad’s shadow included reductions to nor, ‘No, you have to cuts aimed at spurReynolds got her while he was governor, several state agencies, include Democrats in ring economic growth, start in politics as trea- and she’s taking over including the state’s this decision-making though she faces bud- surer for Clarke Coun- the high-profile job at three public univer- process,’” he said. “We get constraints that ty, a largely rural coun- a critical time for Iowa. sities. Also, residents’ have a lot of ideas, and could complicate that ty in southern Iowa “It’s not like Bran- views of the state have we’d love to work with effort, along with plans with a population of stad is handing her a soured amid a slowing her on that. It’s up to to encourage innova- less than 10,000. After bouquet of roses,” said agricultural economy. her now.”

“As your governor, I won’t stop working until every Iowan, no matter where they live, has the same opportunity to succeed, have a satisfying career, raise their family and have a great quality of life.”

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A Newton woman is facing child endangerment charges after she was accused of driving under the influence Sunday with two children in the vehicle.

Newton police were called to a residence on North 11th

Avenue in reference to a fight in progress. The victim of the fight told dispatch he was following Jessica R. Martinez, 34, of Newton, who left the residence at 12:26 a.m. in a silver Mercury Sable in the 2300 block of North Fourth Avenue East.

Police pulled Martinez

over in the 300 block of East 31st Street North. According to a police report, Martinez smelled of alcohol and after conducting an OWI investigation, Martinez was found to be operating while under the influence.

Martinez was driving with two children in the rear of the

vehicle at the time of the stop.

Martinez faces two counts of child endangerment, operating while under the influence and providing false identification information. Martinez was also issued a citation for driving with a suspended license.

Martinez was arrested and taken to the Jasper County Jail.

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Acoustic duo Drinkin’ and Dreamin’ set to perform

By Mike Mendenhall Prairie City News MONROE — The Des Moines-based band Drinkin’ and Dreamin’ has played bars, clubs, weddings, barns and living rooms — taking folks in the crowd to what the group’s inspiration Waylon Jennings calls “the promised land.”

The rock/acoustic guitar duo of Robby M and Johnny K will cruise Friday night into the kick-off of Monroe’s third annual summer bike night series. C.J.’s Bar and Grill owner and Monroe Bike Night committee member Carolyn Dan-

iels booked the music for this summer’s monthly events and she’s looking for a good turnout Friday despite the Memorial Day weekend holiday.

“We’re hopeful the bikes and people will come out,” she said. “We usually have a couple hundred bikes. Because of the holiday we’ll have fewer vendors this Friday, but we’ll have more the next three months.”

The bike night and band are set to play from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Monroe’s Public Square. To welcome the hogs, Gold Wings, Knights and Indians to downtown, business-

es on the square and community organizations are all getting involved. The Monroe American Legion is grilling and selling ribeye steak sandwiches, and the legion auxiliary is selling poppy lapels as a fundraiser.

Daniels said the Mustang Dinner, Stacey’s Sweetstuff

and the vendor Flags and Poles will all be out selling food and merchandise. C.J.’s Bar and Grill, Mike’s Lounge and Southside Bar will also be serving drinks and food for the bike night.

Deb Dennison of Dennison Racing will be manning the Monroe Bike Night

booth with event-sanctioned T-shirts, sweatshirts and other apparel, ranging from $12 to $25. T-shirts can also be ordered online at monroebike. itemorder.com/sale.

Beyond Friday, Daniels said entertainment for the next three Monroe Bike Nights is also booked and ready for the stage. June 23 will see Dallas City Limits, July 28 The After Hours Band is set to play and the final bike night of the summer will close out with country/blues/funk group the Danny Grause Band.

To register as a vendor for the three remaining bike night events, contact Daniels at 641-259-2222.

Contact Mike Mendenhall at mmendenhall@myprairiecitynews.com

Pedal Chichaqua Valley Trail rolls through Jasper County June 10 57-mile route goes from Bondurant to Baxter

By Mike Mendenhall Jasper County Tribune When a 6-mile extension of the Chichaqua Valley Trail was completed for Summer 2016, it finally connected riders from Baxter, Mingo and Ira in Jasper County to the greater Des Moines metro trail network.

The approximately 28-mile trail now crosses the Gay Lea Wilson Trail and extends from East 29th Street in Des Moines to the Caboose trail head in Baxter.

Fast forward to Summer 2017, and a 57-mile bike ride will celebrate that connection which is still discovered by more local cyclists every day.

The June 10 Pedal the Chichaqua Valley Trail will include what the nonprofit group Friends of the Chichaqua Valley Trail calls “less traveled roads,” but will beg and end on the paved Chichaqua Valley Trail. Communities included on the route are Bondurant, Altoona, Mitchellville, Mingo, Ira, Valeria and Baxter. Bike riders can choose their own speed and distance.

“We’ve come a long way and have all the communities on board,”

Submitted Image This year’s Pedal Chichaqua Valley Trail route is a 57-mile trek from Bondurant to Baxter, and will incorporate some “off-the-paved-path” backroads to bike through towns like Mitchellville. Registration for the June 10 ride begins at 7 a.m. in downtown Bondurant.

Friends president Jeff Cook said. “We’re keeping our fingers crossed for good attendance.”

The day begins with registrations from 7 to 9:30 a.m. at 110 First St. SE in Bondurant. Registration is $20. Riders can sign up in person or online at pedalcvt. wufoo.com/forms/pedal-cvt. Riders and runners who pre-register by Friday will get an event T-shirt.

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open at 7 a.m. at Founders Irish Pub. The 5k run/walk begins at 8 a.m. at the corner of First Street and Main Street in downtown Bondurant. There will be a $25 gift card to Sports Page restaurant in Ankeny for the male and female winners of the race.

The 57-mile bike ride begins at 9:30 a.m. at the same street corner.

Food, drinks and treats will be available at multiple stops along the route. Bikes will stop at

The Brewhouse No. 25 in Altoona, Team 36 bar in Mitchellville. Pie and ice cream will be served

by Friends volunteers at the Mingo Community Center. Riders will stop to stretch their legs in Ira. The final break before turning around for the trek back to Bondurant is Cadillac Jack’s in Baxter.

At 3 p.m., street games begin and will be going throughout the day at Reclaimed Rails Brewing Company in

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in Ankeny — and Bike World in Des Moines.

Cook said both Polk and Jasper County Conservation departments have been very active in supporting the CVT since its groundbreaking. In the last four years, the Friends group has raised more than $23,000 for trail maintenance and upkeep.

Based on past participation, the Friends president expects an average of 200 riders and 40 run/ walkers at the June 10 event, and 100 percent of the ride and 5k proceeds will go back into the trail.

That commitment from county leaders was demonstrated in the aftermath of recent severe thunderstorms in central Iowa.

Downed trees and limbs from a strong line of thunderstorms May 17 blocked portions of the CVT in Jasper County. But county conservation personnel were out the next day removing the debris, and planners say there will be no problem biking all the way through on the June 10 ride.

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Monroe Bike Night 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday Monroe’s Public Square The featured performers will be Drinkin’ and Dreamin’ at the kick-off event for Monroe’s third annual summer bike night series. Local businesses on the square and community organizations are all getting involved. The Monroe American Legion is grilling and selling ribeye steak sandwiches, the legion auxiliary is selling poppy lapels as a fundraiser, as well as other vendors on site.

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The re-hanging on wind chimes at Sams Pioneer Cemetery in Mingo at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. Each of the donated wind chimes will be hung by volunteers at each grave of the 63 children buried at Sams.

Members of the public are invited to help hang the chimes and doughnuts and coffee will be provided.

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6 p.m. to midnight Saturday Cardinal Lanes The lights go out and disco lights come on. Pick out your own music on the jukebox. The cost is $12 per person for three hours of all you can bowl, including shoes. Or it is $60 per lane for two hours of bowling for six people, including shoes. The final option is two games and shoes for $11 for adults and $10 child under 12.

Sams Pioneer Cemetery services begins at 8 a.m. with the Mingo American Legion Post Honor Guard Wittemberg Cemetery services at 9 a.m. Vernon Terlouw, of Killduff, a Korean War era veteran will be the featured speaker.

A “Never Going Home,” a service is planned for 9 a.m. at Ashton Chapel located in front of Ashton Wildwood Park.

Memorial Day service arranged and sponsored by the Jasper County Veterans Council is planned for 10 a.m. at Newton Union Cemetery.

The Memorial Day service in Colfax will begin at 10 a.m. at the Colfax Cemetery.

Baxter American Legion Post 493 will host a Memorial Day Service at 10 a.m. Monday at Restland Cemetery in Baxter.

Prairie City’s Memorial Day Service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Waveland Cemetery.

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Expect heavy boat traffic on Iowa waters for Memorial Day weekend The Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial beginning to Iowa’s boating season is quickly approaching and boaters across the state are busy preparing their watercraft for the long holiday weekend.

Susan Stocker, boating law administrator and education coordinator for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, said Memorial Day weekend is often the first time on the water for many boaters and after a winter away, they should take time to review Iowa boating laws and plan to have patience at the ramp and on the water.

“Regardless of the forecast, it will be busy on the water,” she said.

One way boaters can stay on the water is by inspecting their

vessels prior to heading to the lake.

“There are a few simple things boaters can do to have a safe weekend on the water and topping that list is to have a designated boat operator who abstains from alcohol,” she said. “Operators will also need to watch their speed and be on the lookout for others.”

She said boaters should make sure lifejackets are in good condition and the right size for each person onboard.

Check the fire extinguisher, boat and trailer lights, whistle, and throwable floatation.

Boaters are reminded about the requirement that drain plugs and other water draining devices must be removed and/ or remain open during transport to avoid spreading inva-

sive species. Anglers leaving with fish are recommended to put them on ice, whether in a cooler, a bucket or a live well (plug must still be removed and/or opened).

Operators can brush up on rules and regulations, by taking the DNR boating safety course. Iowa law requires any person 12-17 years old, who will operate a motorboat over ten horsepower or a personal watercraft, to successfully complete the education program. It is available online at http://www.iowadnr.gov/ Things-to-Do/Boating/Boater-Education. Stocker reminds everyone on board that they need a properly fitted lifejacket. Safety officials also urge you to wear it.

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• File a float plan with a friend, including your destination, expected time of return and type of boat.

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• Top two safety violations in Iowa are having inadequate life jackets and operating too fast and too close to other vessels.

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Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Newton High’s senior goalkeeper Reagan Maple stretches attempting to knock down a shot on goal by Hudson’s Pirates during Wednesday’s Iowa Class 2A Substate 2 semifinal match at Hudson. The 11th-ranked Pirates found the net enough for a 4-1 win over the Cardinals.

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By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News HUDSON — In a little more than a 10-minute span of the first half, Newton High’s Cardinals found themselves down by three goals in Wednesday’s Iowa Class 2A Substate 2 semifinal soccer game. It was a tough

uphill battle against a physical Hudson Pirate team.

It was a battle the Cardinals lost. It was 3-1 at halftime, but Newton wasn’t able to find the net again in the second half. The Pirates scored a final goal with 7.5 seconds left in the game to win 4-1.

“This was our second

most aggressive game of the season. We held possession most the game. We just didn’t finish our scoring opportunities,” Newton senior Joe Stammeyer said.

Class 2A No. 11 Hudson (13-4) advances to the Substate championship game on Saturday. The Pirates play at No. 4 Iowa

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“Soccer is a cruel game.

Sometimes the team that out possesses an opponent doesn’t win the game,” Newton head coach Zach Jensen said.

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Houge leads CMB to win in home opener

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Troy Hyde/Daily News Collins-Maxwell/Baxter junior Katie Camp swipes at the ball during the Raiders’ 1-0 win over Greene County on Wednesday. Camp had one hit and one run in the win.

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oth Prairie City-Monroe golf teams had aspirations of reaching the state tournament as a group.

Even though the Mustangs will be represented at the Class 2A boys and 3A girls state tournaments, PCM fell short of advancing as a team.

The PCM girls will be represented by senior Bre Maher. Junior Dayton Boell advanced to the state tournament for the Mustang boys.

Maher comes into the state tournament with the sixth-best 18-hole average in 3A. She is definitely in the mix for a state medal, which goes to the

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Maher averages 82.29 per 18 holes.

Her best score of the season was a 78.

The final round of the regional tournament was not Maher’s best tournament of the season, but the senior got over the hump with her first-ever state berth. She went toe-to-toe with Atlantic’s Brooke Newell, who will play for Nebraska next season.

Newell comes into the meet with an 18-hole average of 77.57. The top player in 3A is Gilbert freshman Britta Snyder, who averages a 72 for 18 holes.

The 3A girls state golf tournament takes place Tuesday and Wednesday at Lake Panorama National Golf Course in Panora. There will be a 9 a.m. shot-

COLLINS — Collins-Maxwell/Baxter freshman Mikayla Houge proved last year, in her first season at the high school level, that she is at her best in the circle when adversity hits.

When runners get on base, Houge finds a way to hit another gear.

That was the case again Wednesday night.

Greene County put at least one runner on base in six of the seven innings, but Houge stranded all of them and struck out 13 in her first

gun start on both days.

While Maher has a strong chance to medal in the 3A girls tournament, Boell comes into the 2A boys state tournament as a longshot.

Boell’s best round of the season was a 76, which would place him in the top 10 based on 18-hole averages. Boell’s average coming into the weekend is an 82.10.

There are 32 golfers in 2A this season that averaged better than 80.

Three golfers have gone under 70 in a tournament, too.

The top seven finishers (including ties) bring home medals.

Sheldon’s Tyler Merley comes in with the best 2A average at 73.33.

Boell will play in the 2A tournament at Lakeside Golf Course starting at 10:30 a.m. Friday in Fort Dodge.

Saturday’s final round kicks off at 8 a.m.

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outing of the season.

She needed to bare down and retire every hitter as the CMB offense struggled in its home opener. The Raiders did push across one run in the first inning and that held up in a 1-0 softball victory in Heart of Iowa Conference action.

“I just try to bare down and really focus on hitting my spots in those situations,” Houge said.

“I struggled with that overall tonight. It’s easier when they don’t put it in play.”

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ron James backer. He takes way more heat than is deserved.

James had one of his worst playoff games of his career when the Cavaliers lost to the Boston Celtics in Game 3.

He bounced back in Game 4 to give the Cavs a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals.

James’ haters were quick to point out his struggles after Game 3. Where were they at in the first 10 games of the postseason when James and the Cavaliers went 10-0?

The world’s best player was bad in Game 3. No doubt. But he is allowed to be bad once in awhile.

In 12 seasons, James is averaging 28 points, nine rebounds and seven assists in playoff games. But you keep talking about that 11-point, six-rebound and six-assist game in Game 3.

There will always be haters.

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SPORTS CALENDAR Thursday Soccer Girls Regionals Class 2A Region 4 CMB at Dallas Center-Grimes, 6 p.m.

Baseball Newton at Chariton, JV 5:30 p.m., varsity 7:30 p.m.

Greene County at CMB, 7:30 p.m.

East Marshall at PCM, 7:30 p.m.

Iowa Christian at Lynnville-Sully, 6 p.m.

Softball Pella at Lynnville-Sully 6 p.m.

Grand View Christian at Colfax-Mingo, 5:30 p.m.

Oskaloosa at CMB, 7 p.m.

Friday Softball Newton at Ames, 9th 4:30 p.m., varsity 6 p.m., JV 7:30 p.m.

Lynnville-Sully at North Mahaska, 6 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo at BGM, 6 p.m.

CMB at Roland-Story, 7 p.m.

Saydel at PCM, 7 p.m.

Baseball Lynnville-Sully at North Mahaska, 6 p.m.

BGM at Colfax-Mingo, 6 p.m.

CMB at Roland-Story, 7:30 p.m.

Saydel at PCM, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday Softball Newton JV at BCLUW tournament, 10 a.m.

Lynnville-Sully at Ballard, 10 a.m.

Tuesday Soccer Girls Regional Class 2A, Region 5 Chariton vs. Oskaloosa winner at Newton, 6 p.m.

Class 1 Region 7 PCM at Pella Christian, 6 p.m.

Golf Girls state Newton at 4A, Marshalltown, 9 a.m.

PCM at 3A, Lake Panorama, 9 a.m.

Baseball Bondurant-Farrar at Newton, JV 5:30 p.m., varsity 7;30 p.m.

PCM at CMB, 5:15 p.m.

Softball PCM at CMB, 7 p.m.

Pella at Colfax-Mingo, 5:30 p.m.

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Mustangs sweep Roland-Story

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PRAIRIE CITY — The Prairie City-Monroe baseball team ended a long losing streak against Roland-Story during Heart of Iowa Conference action Wednesday.

Freshman Derek Brown struck out eight and allowed three hits over five innings and senior Ethan Thomas had two of the team’s six hits at the plate during a 5-2 home victory over the Norse.

It PCM’s first win over Roland-Story since 2012, ending a nine-game losing streak against its HOIC rivals.

“We pitched well again,” PCM coach Jeff Lindsay said.

“Derek was efficient on the mound, and Brayton did a great job of closing the door.

That’s a role he’ll need to be good at.”

PCM scored four runs in the third inning to take control of the game.

Senior Chase Kuecker started the frame with a bunt single

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and then stole second. With one out, senior Braden Phifer walked. Senior Ryan Hill was intentionally walked with two outs. Then, senior Noah Clark walked in a run, sophomore Preston Van Wyk was hit by a pitch to plate another run and then Thomas and sophomore Reed Worth had back-to-back two-out singles to make it 4-0.

The Mustangs led 5-0 after plating another run in the fifth. Clark collected a one-out double in the frame. Van Wyk followed with a single. Clark scored his second run of the game after Roland-Story threw down to second in an attempt to throw out Van Wyk.

Two days after picking up the save in a win over Greene County, Brown (10) had the best start of his career to pick up his first win of Vande Wall the season. He walked none and hit one batter in the victory.

Sophomore Brayton Van Dyke earned the save after striking out all four batters he faced in the sixth and seventh innings.

“His command of the strike zone was great,” Lindsay said.

“He didn’t have a lot of deep counts. Hopefully he can build on this moving forward.”

Thomas had two hits and an RBI and Clark collected a hit, an RBI and scored two runs.

Van Wyk and Worth both had a hit and an RBI and Kuecker had a hit and scored a run.

The Mustangs (2-0 overall, 2-0 in the HOIC) host East

Marshall at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Prairie City.

SOFTBALL PCM 6, Roland-Story 0 MONROE — Senior Katie Vande Wall hit a three-run home run, senior Courtney Bridges added two runs and two hits and senior Kayla Jennings struck out six and allowed five hits in recording her first shutout of the season.

The Mustangs, who had just one error in the field, improved to 2-0 overall and 2-0 in the HOIC. Sophomore Anna Shaver went 1-for-3 with a run and an RBI during the first start of her career. She replaced senior Chelbie Gillespie at first base after Gillespie broke a finger in the season opener against Greene County. Gillespie could miss up to six weeks.

PCM hosts Saydel at 7:30 p.m. Friday in Monroe.

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Tigerhawks collect split with SICL rival HLV

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News VICTOR — The Colfax-Mingo baseball team pieced together a trio of pitchers to earn its second straight win of the 2017 season Wednesday.

Sophomore Zarek Hill tossed four innings of relief to earn the win and junior Jonathan Jacobs got the save and had two RBIs at the plate during the Tigerhawks’ 4-2 victory over HLV during South Iowa Cedar League action.

Junior Alex Lewis started the game on the mound.

He pitched two innings and fanned two batters. He also

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Continued from Page 1B Houge was most impressive in two Megan Durbin at-bats.

Durbin, who homered in the Rams’ season-opening loss to Prairie City-Monroe, started the night 2-for-2, but Houge got her to pop out on the first pitch with runners on first and second in the fifth inning.

In the seventh, Durbin came up with runners on first and second, but Houge got the Rams’ cleanup hitter swinging for her 13th strikeout. Houge (1-0) also fanned Jenna Beyers in the seventh inning.

“They only really had two hardhit balls,” CMB coach Troy Houge said. “They got a lot of girls on base, so she had to work around some things, but they didn’t hit her that hard. She doesn’t mind the pressure.

She knows she can get out of any situation no matter who is up there.

“For a first time out, we’ll take a shutout and 13 strikeouts. You can’t complain about that.”

The Raiders plated their only run in the first inning, taking advantage of two Greene County errors. Junior Katie Camp reached on a throwing error, moved to second on a single by Houge and scored on another error off a ground ball hit by senior Abbey Kahler.

That was all the Raiders’ offense could muster. CMB did strand the bases loaded in the first inning and the Raiders also left a pair of runners on base in the fifth and sixth innings.

“We didn’t swing the bats like we would have like to, but I am fine with it because it’s still early in the season,” Coach Houge said. “We got a run and we held on. We’ll keep getting better.”

Some of the offensive issues were bad luck. With two runners on base and two outs in the third, sophomore Hannah Caple drilled a shot to the hole between first and second base, but the ball struck freshman Trinity Stover’s foot for the final out.

“It was hit so hard that it got Trinity in the foot,” Coach Houge said.

had a hit, a run and a stolen base on offense.

Hill’s relief appearance included three strikeouts.

Both runs he allowed were unearned.

Hill J a c o b s struck out two of the three batters he faced in the seventh inning. He was 1-for-4 with a double, two RBIs and a run scored at the dish.

Junior Jarod Nichols also had a hit and an RBI. Colfax-Mingo improved to 2-0 overall and 2-0 in the

SICL. HLV (1-1, 1-1) lost for the first time this season.

The Tigerhawks host BGM at 6 p.m. Friday in Colfax.

SOFTBALL HLV 4, Colfax-Mingo 0 COLFAX — Two days after scoring 17 runs in the season-opening road at Lynnville-Sully, the Colfax-Mingo softball team was shut out in its home opener Wednesday.

HLV took advantage of three Tigerhawk errors during a 4-0 victory.

Colfax-Mingo only had five hits at the plate.

Junior Ries Wilson finished with two hits to lead the offense.

Sophomore Colbee Cunningham allowed four runs on eight hits in the circle. Only two of the four runs were earned, and she also had three strikeouts.

Both Wilson and Cunningham doubled at the plate.

HLV junior Emma Cheney tossed a shutout, allowing just five hits while striking out five.

The Tigerhawks return to action at 7:30 p.m. Thursday against Grand View Christian in Colfax.

They play BGM at 6 p.m.

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“That would have scored at least one run for us. That could have changed the whole complexion of the game.”

Mikayla Houge went 2-for-2 with a walk on the night. She has not yet been retired at the plate this year. In the suspended season opener against Nevada, Houge is currently 2-for-2 with a walk after four innings.

Camp had a hit and scored the lone run of the game.

The five walks were recorded

by Houge, seniors Abbey Kahler, Heather Jessen and Mikayla Eslinger and Caple.

Both Coach Houge and his oldest daughter aren’t worried about the early-season offensive struggles yet.

“We just need to get more reps in.

It’s still early in the year,” Mikayla Houge said. We hit well in the first inning again. We have to figure out how to keep it rolling through the rest of the game, we need to adjust to what we see and we need to ask each other what we think is happening out there.

“We will crank up the pitching machine though, and I think we’ll get better as the season goes along.”

Coach Houge expected the game to be close. Six of the last nine games against the Rams have been decided by one run. It was CMB’s third straight victory over Greene County.

“It seems like every year, no matter which team is supposed to be better, the games are close. We need games like this though to see how we handle it,” Coach Houge said. “It was a tough game. We had to fight a few things out there. We did what we had to do. It’s never easy, especially with these guys.”

Greene County is now 0-2 on the season after one-run losses to PCM and CMB. Hannah Promes had two hits at the plate and took the loss in the circle for the Rams.

CMB, which has yet to allow a run in its first 11 innings of the season, plays Class 4A Oskaloosa at 7 p.m. Thursday in Collins.

The Raiders (1-0 overall, 1-0 in the HOIC) play Roland-Story at 7 p.m. Friday in Roland.

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IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY (Probate Division) IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BERNARD D. VAN DER POL, Deceased.

Probate No. ESPR037056 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Bernard D. Van Der Pol, Deceased, who died on or about April 22, 2017: You are hereby notified that on the 19th day of May, 2017, Carlene M. Van Der Pol was appointed administrator of this estate.

Notice is hereby given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four (4) months from the second publication of this Notice or one (1) month from the date of mailing of this Notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 23rd day of May, 2017.

Carlene M. Van Der Pol, Administrator 13214 S. 112th Avenue E. Sully, IA 50251 Frank Murray Smith (AT0007412) 4215 Hubbell Avenue Des Moines, IA 50317-4507 515/265-6210 515/265-4584 (Fax) franksmith@franksmithlawoffice.com Date of second publication: 1st day of June, 2017.

May 25 & June 1 May 16, 2017 Tuesday, May 16, 2017 the Jasper County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:30 a.m. with Supervisors Brock, Carpenter and Cupples present and accounted for; Chairman Brock presiding.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Cupples to open a public hearing for the vacation of a portion of N 75th Ave. E. in Section 36-81 N-18W in Mariposa Township of Jasper County.

YEA: CUPPLES, CARPENTER, BROCK Richard Ehler said that he would like to see the road designated as a level “C” road and a locked gate put up. Kenny Keenan said that he would like to see the road closed and each half of the road go back to the land owners with a fence put in to divide the property. The County Engineer said that making the road a level “C” road with a gate would work.

Pam Olson from the Engineer's Office said that she favored closing the road and giving the land back to each landowner, stating that she thought that there could be liability issues if the road was just reclassified and gated.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Cupples to close the public hearing.

Supervisor Brock questioned whether another public hearing should be held. It was decided that the 3rd public hearing was not needed.

Motion by Cupples, seconded by Carpenter to designate the road a level “C” road and put up a locked gate.

YEA: BROCK, CUPPLES, CARPENTER Buildings and Grounds Director, Adam Sparks, asked the Board to approve a professional service agreement with Shive-Hattery Architecture & Engineering to provide design & quoting services for the east stairway window replacement and a Courthouse masonry analysis.

Motion by Cupples, seconded by Carpenter to approve a professional services agreement between Jasper County and Shive-Hattery Architecture & Engineering to provide design & quoting services for the east stairway window replacement at a cost of $5,200.

YEA: CARPENTER, CUPPLES, BROCK Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Cupples to approve a professional services agreement between Jasper County and Shive-Hattery Architecture & Engineering to perform a Courthouse masonry analysis for the cost of $4,200.

YEA: CUPPLES, CARPENTER, BROCK Shawn Fuller, representing Baxter Hometown Pride, asked the Board for permission to place some wayfinding signs along Buchanan Street/HWY F17.

Motion by Cupples, seconded by Carpenter to approve the wayfinding signs along Buchanan Street/HWY F17.

YEA: CARPENTER, CUPPLES, BROCK Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Cupples to approve the Jasper County Civil Service Commission Certification List of individuals that successfully passed all components of the testing process for the position of Deputy Sheriff.

Brandon Bruxvoort, Jeremiah Comstock, Tracy Cross, Scott Dougan, Caleb Humberg, Dalton Mindham, Cody Richards and Kody Roos.

YEA: BROCK, CUPPLES, CARPENTER Cupples left the meeting.

Motion by Brock, seconded by Carpenter to adopt Resolution 17-33 certifying the following appointment to the Auditor for payroll implementation: DEPARTMENT Sheriff's Office POSITION Deputy EMPLOYEE Tracy Cross PAY RATE $25.03 RANGE/STEP Hire-In Rate Non-Progressive Union Scale EFFECTIVE DATE 05/22/2017 YEA: CARPENTER & BROCK A complete copy of the resolution is on file in the Office of the Jasper County Auditor.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Brock to adopt Resolution 1734 certifying the following appointment to the Auditor for payroll implementation: DEPARTMENT Elderly Nutrition Elderly Nutrition POSITION Substitute Dishwasher (3rd cook) Substitute Delivery Driver EMPLOYEE Wendy Smith Debra Moore PAY RATE $10.26 $ 9.22

Jasper County Payments 5/16/17 Advanced Correctional Medical...........................3,866.30 Ahlers & Cooney PC Services............................636.00 Allan, Denise Rae Mileage................................48.69 Alliant Energy-IP&L Utilities............................7,915.51 American Legion Supplies............................288.00 Anderson Erickson Food..................................376.94 Applied Industrial Tech Inc Supplies............................656.55 ARC Shelter...............................200.00 Arnold, Anita Diane Mileage..............................334.38 Arrow Pest Control Services..............................30.00 Aspen Equipment Co Supplies............................480.03 Aureon Communications Utilities............................3,107.84 Automatic Door Group Inc Services............................267.72 Axon Enterprise, Inc Supplies............................147.92 Balmer, Michael John Mileage................................31.03 Barney's Inc Repairs..............................644.46 Barrier Group, The Maintenance...................4,500.00 Birchard, Diane Mileage................................32.10 Birkenholz, Shirley Mileage................................43.55 Black Hills Energy Utilities............................1,971.27 Blink, Peter Reimbursement...................75.00 Boehmer, Debbie Mileage................................94.16 Boettcher, Jeannie Mileage..............................338.12 Brooker Corporation Services.........................1,190.96 Bruening Rock Products Inc Rock.............................13,733.14 Bullock, Richard Mileage................................98.44 C & I Property LLC Shelter...............................200.00 Cable, Gerriann Mileage..............................136.43 Calhoun-Burns & Assoc., Inc. Inspection.......................8,417.62 Capital City Equipment Company Supplies............................267.68 Capital Sanitary Supply Co Inc Supplies............................688.41 Carpenter Uniform Uniforms............................499.22 Carpenter, Dennis S Reimbursement...................93.59 CBM Food Service Food...............................4,496.06 CDW Government Inc Equipment.........................480.86 Central Iowa Detention Services.........................2,320.00 Central Iowa Fasteners Supplies............................160.06 Central Iowa Housing Assn Shelter...............................200.00 Central Iowa Water Association Utilities...............................784.29 CenturyLink Utilities...............................718.49 Certified Laboratories Supplies............................152.78 Certified Power Train Specialists Supplies............................318.57 City of Baxter Utilities.................................79.82 City of Kellogg Utilities.................................37.75 City of Newton Landfill Trash............................14,841.28 City of Reasnor Utilities.................................43.00 Clevenger, Philip Lloyd Services.........................1,195.17 Comfort Systems USA Maintenance......................375.00 County Binders Inc Services.........................3,339.30 Cross-Dillon Tire Inc Supplies............................503.92 Cupples, Roger Mileage..............................103.26 CWD Supplies..............................16.51 DC Sports Uniforms............................170.00 De Jong, Tracy Mileage..............................146.06 Deegan, John M Mileage................................29.96

Certified Laboratories Supplies............................152.78 Certified Power Train Specialists Supplies............................318.57 City of Baxter Utilities.................................79.82 City of Kellogg Utilities.................................37.75 City of Newton Landfill Trash............................14,841.28 City of Reasnor Utilities.................................43.00 Clevenger, Philip Lloyd Services.........................1,195.17 Comfort Systems USA Maintenance......................375.00 County Binders Inc Services.........................3,339.30 Cross-Dillon Tire Inc Supplies............................503.92 Cupples, Roger Mileage..............................103.26 CWD Supplies..............................16.51 DC Sports Uniforms............................170.00 De Jong, Tracy Mileage..............................146.06 Deegan, John M Mileage................................29.96 Des Moines Diesel Inc Supplies.........................1,032.17 Des Moines Jim Hawk Supplies............................414.00 DeVries, John H Mileage................................49.76 Diamond Oil Company Diesel...........................35,616.48 Dobbs, Shawn Mileage..............................362.20 Dodd's Trash Hauling Trash.................................425.00 Dripeze Gas Tank Restoration Supplies............................190.00 Eastern Iowa Tire Tires..................................259.30 Eaton, Ryan Reimbursement...................35.00 Fareway Stores Inc Food..................................189.65 Farver True Value Supplies..............................20.64 Fastenal Company Supplies............................518.93 Food Bank of Iowa Food..................................478.44 Forbes Office Solutions Supplies.........................1,417.48 Gary, Melissa Dawn Mileage..............................205.98 Gatr Truck Center Supplies.........................8,144.53 General Fire & Safety Equipment Inspection..........................151.00 Gilbert, Sharon Mileage..............................279.27 GovConnection Inc Equipment.........................379.00 Graham Tire DM Commercial Supplies............................174.22 Gralnek-Dunitz Company Inc Supplies..............................80.97 Grimes Asphalt and Paving Corp Mix..................................1,969.54 Grimm, Jane Reimbursement.................162.00 Grinnell Safe & Lock Co Inc Services............................680.00 Hanna, Michael Mileage..............................430.68 Hartgers, Joe Uniforms............................150.00 Heartland Co-Op Seed...............................1,130.00 Hoover, Mike Mileage................................54.57 Housby Mack Inc Parts..................................266.30 Howe, Robert Alan Services............................200.00 Huff, Charles D Mileage..............................226.84 Icube Dues..................................200.00 Intermountain Machine & Fab Supplies............................395.32 Iowa County Attorneys Education..........................325.00 ISACA Treasurer Education..........................350.00 Jackson, Kurt Mileage................................62.60 Jasper Co Engineer Signs..............................4,041.08 Jasper Co Sheriff Services.........................6,654.53 Kabel Business Services Fees....................................81.00 Key Cooperative Supplies..............................87.25 Keystone Laboratories Inc Inspection............................28.00 Kielly, David G Mileage..............................132.14 Koeppen, Paul Mileage................................37.45 Korte, Lori Mileage................................46.01 Kuhn DDS, Robert J. Services............................194.00 L3 Communications Repairs..............................162.54 Leaming, Marcia Mileage................................25.15 Lube-Tech & Partners, LLC Supplies.........................1,722.40 Lucas County Sheriff's Office Services..............................17.50 Lundberg, Leonard Mileage................................69.55 Lynnville Telephone Co Utilities.................................46.95 Magnum Automotive Repairs..............................366.80 Mail Services LLC Postage..........................1,348.83 Main, Lelah Mileage................................33.71 MARC Supplies............................132.64 Martin Marietta Materials Rock.............................66,466.61 Matco Tools Tools...................................24.16 Maxim Advertising Services............................381.30 McManus, Stephen P Mileage..............................559.08 MG Laundry Corp Laundry.............................117.78 Mid Iowa Narcotic's Fees...............................2,291.17 MidAmerican Energy Co Utilities............................1,023.48 Midwest Office Technology Inc Supplies............................315.05 Midwest Wheel Companies Supplies............................146.45 Napa Auto Parts Supplies............................581.62 New Century FS Inc LP...................................2,810.24 News Printing Company Ad......................................148.02 Newton Office Supply Co Supplies............................544.61 Newton Waterworks Utilities...............................293.89 Newton YMCA Fees....................................20.00 Nicholson CSR RPR, Jacqueline D Services............................216.00 Nicholson, Scott W Mileage................................79.18 Northern Tool & Equipment Co Supplies..............................99.98 O'Conner, Judie Mileage................................14.98 Odland Law Firm PLLC Services.........................1,773.41 Ong, Tony Reimbursement...................35.00 O'Reilly Automotive Stores Inc Supplies............................700.59 Page County Sheriff Services..............................38.54 Peck Properties, LLC Shelter...............................200.00 Pence-Reese Funeral Home Services............................500.00 Petted, Carlyn L Mileage................................86.67 Pitney Bowes Postage.............................500.00 Polk County Treasurer Food..................................825.00 Polk County Treasurer Services.........................3,458.99 Powerplan Supplies.........................1,081.67 Poweshiek County Sheriff Services..............................43.54 Premier Office Equipment Inc Maintenance........................70.25 Professional Court Reporters Services............................159.25 Pryor, Becky Reimbursement.................276.10 Quill Corporation Supplies..............................86.91 RC Hydraulics Supplies..............................78.16 Reasnor Telephone Company LLC Utilities.................................56.00 Reinhart Foodservice Food...............................4,293.03 Richards, Patricia Louise Mileage..............................110.75 Rick's Amoco Fuel.....................................25.01 Riggs Printing & Forms Inc Supplies............................120.00 Roberts, Jordan Services............................350.00 Robertson, Celia L

Food..................................825.00 Polk County Treasurer Services.........................3,458.99 Powerplan Supplies.........................1,081.67 Poweshiek County Sheriff Services..............................43.54 Premier Office Equipment Inc Maintenance........................70.25 Professional Court Reporters Services............................159.25 Pryor, Becky Reimbursement.................276.10 Quill Corporation Supplies..............................86.91 RC Hydraulics Supplies..............................78.16 Reasnor Telephone Company LLC Utilities.................................56.00 Reinhart Foodservice Food...............................4,293.03 Richards, Patricia Louise Mileage..............................110.75 Rick's Amoco Fuel.....................................25.01 Riggs Printing & Forms Inc Supplies............................120.00 Roberts, Jordan Services............................350.00 Robertson, Celia L Reimbursement...................35.00 Rock Island County Sheriff Services..............................47.69 Ryan, Lawrence W Reimbursement...................50.00 Sadler Power Train Truck Parts Supplies............................807.00 Scarnati, Peter Mileage..............................196.88 Schroeder, Kristin Mileage................................33.71 Searsboro Telephone Co Inc Utilities...............................912.00 Self, Pepper Mileage..............................368.62 Shred-It USA LLC Services..............................43.87 Sidwell Company, The Education..........................240.00 Simon, Dennis Mileage..............................129.48 Smith's Quality Rental Supplies............................398.50 Spahn & Rose Lumber Co Supplies............................836.72 Stanard & Associates Inc Services............................118.50 Stanley Convergent Security Services.........................1,080.00 Staples Inc Supplies............................624.28 Steenhoek, Brenda Reimbursement.................171.24 Sully Telephone Association Utilities...............................614.24 Terracon Consultants Inc Inspection.....................14,280.00 The Iowa Clinic Services............................332.00 Thomas, Debra L Reimbursement.....................6.41 Thomas, Larry Mileage................................22.47 Transit Works Services............................147.03 Trease, Eurita Mileage..............................139.64 Truck Equipment Inc Supplies............................117.16 Ultramax Equipment.........................125.00 Unifirst Corporation Services............................385.40 Uniform Den Inc Uniforms............................262.24 US Cellular Utilities...............................494.34 VanWaardhuizen, Scott R Reimbursement...................37.00 VanWall Equipment Equipment......................8,780.41 VanWyngarden, Steve Mileage..............................157.29 Variety Specialties Supplies............................208.00 Verizon Wireless Utilities............................3,111.76 Vision Technology Solutions Fees..................................510.50 Wallace Family Funeral Services............................244.41 Windstream Utilities............................3,101.31 Winfield, Kristina Reimbursement...................70.66 Ziegler Inc Supplies.........................1,643.74 Grand Total................286,064.57 May 25

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PAY RATE $25.03 RANGE/STEP Hire-In Rate Non-Progressive Union Scale EFFECTIVE DATE 05/22/2017 YEA: CARPENTER & BROCK A complete copy of the resolution is on file in the Office of the Jasper County Auditor.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Brock to adopt Resolution 1734 certifying the following appointment to the Auditor for payroll implementation: DEPARTMENT Elderly Nutrition Elderly Nutrition POSITION Substitute Dishwasher (3rd cook) Substitute Delivery Driver EMPLOYEE Wendy Smith Debra Moore PAY RATE $10.26 $ 9.22 RANGE/STEP Hire-In Rate Non-Progressive Union Scale Range 9 Step 1 Hourly Non-Bargaining Non-Progressive Scale EFFECTIVE DATE 05/17/2017 05/17/2017 YEA: CARPENTER & BROCK A complete copy of the resolution is on file in the Office of the Jasper County Auditor.

Motion by Brock, seconded by Carpenter to adopt Resolution 17-35 certifying the following appointment to the Auditor for payroll implementation: DEPARTMENT Public Health POSITION Home Care Aide EMPLOYEE Shelia Bills PAY RATE $15.28 RANGE/STEP Hire-In Rate Non-Progressive Union Scale EFFECTIVE DATE 05/22/2017 YEA: CARPENTER & BROCK A complete copy of the resolution is on file in the Office of the Jasper County Auditor.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Brock to approve a liquor license for Montana Mike's at the Christian Conference Center on 05/27/2017.

YEA: BROCK & CARPENTER There was no new news on the Jasper County Annex Building.

There was no new news on the Iowa Traffic Incident Management Training Center.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Brock to approve Board of Supervisors minutes for 05/09/2017.

YEA: BROCK & CARPENTER no Board There were appointments.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Brock to adopt Resolution 17the following 36 certifying appointment to the Auditor for payroll implementation: DEPARTMENT Conversation POSITION Seasonal Intern EMPLOYEE Sidney Trotter PAY RATE $9.00 RANGE/STEP Hire-In Rate EFFECTIVE DATE 05/17/2017 YEA: CARPENTER & BROCK A complete copy of the resolution is on file in the Office of the Jasper County Auditor.

Motion by Carpenter, seconded

by Brock to adjourn the Tuesday, May 16, 2017 meeting of the Jasper County Board of Supervisors.

Dennis K. Parrott, Auditor Joe Brock, Chairman May 25

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Jasper County Elderly Nutrition Cook’s Assistant (3rd Cook) Jasper County Elderly Nutrition is looking for a responsible individual to assist on a permanent part-time basis to help with a variety of kitchen duties: food preparation, assist full time cook staff, some inventory duties, kitchen clean up, washing of dishes, or other assigned duties. Selected applicant will average 3 to 4 hours per day. Starting rate of pay is $10.26 per hour with no County benefits.

Applications are available online at www.co.jasper.ia.us, at Elderly Nutrition located at 2401 1st Ave E in Newton or at the Human Resources Office located in the lower level of the County Annex Building at 115 N 2nd Ave E in Newton.

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Positives rise out of Cardinals’ 14-1 loss

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Ever the optimist, Newton High head baseball coach Dustin Brisel said there were positives for the Cardinals even in a 14-1 loss.

“We had guys playing in positions they normally don’t play tonight. These early games are about those types of situations,” Brisel said following Newton’s loss to Boone Wednesday in the Cardinals’ home opener.

“It’s no fun to lose 14-1, but we can’t dwell on it. We’re back playing Thursday night.

We move forward from here,” he said.

Trailing 4-0 in the bottom of the third innings, the Cardinals plated their only run of the game. Senior Josh Gulling drew a leadoff walk and went to second on a sacrifice bunt by junior Jaron Roush.

“Ben Leal got his first varsity start. On his first varsity at-bat, he hits the first pitch he sees and has an RBI double,” Brisel said. “We even got him an inning of work on the mound. That’s an example of positives from this game.”

Brennen Dodd, a senior, was Newton’s starting pitcher

Gary Hanson Photo Newton High senior Josh Gulling slides safely into home plate for the Cardinals’ only run in Wednesday’s 14-1 loss to Boone in Newton’s home opener. It was the first run scored this season by the Cardinals.

and took the loss. He allowed four runs on four hits and

three walks, and he struck out two in 2 1/3 innings of work.

Junior Trevor Ergenbright pitched 2 2/3 innings, giving

up eight runs on seven hits and five walks. Ergenbright struck out two.

Leal, a sophomore, pitched one inning. He allowed two runs on one hit and two walks, and had two strikeouts.

Newton had one other hit in the game — a single by senior Keith Steinbach in the fourth inning.

“I told the guys before the game that Boone traditionally is a good hitting team, and we’d have to hit the ball to stay with them. You can’t win games with one or two hits,” Brisel said. “Tonight, our pitchers struggled a bit and we made a couple of mistakes defensively.”

Tanner Frost hit a two-out, two-run home run for Boone in the second inning. The Toreadors added two runs in the third, three more in the fourth and two in the fifth. In the top of the sixth, Boone (2-0) increased its 9-1 lead with five runs.

Newton (0-2) is on the road for a 7:30 p.m. game Thursday at Chariton. The junior varsity game is at 5:30 p.m.

Contact Jocelyn Sheets at 641-792-3121 ext. 6535 or jsheets@newtondailynews.com

Hawk baseball wins, softball loses at home against Montezuma

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News SULLY — Lynnville-Sully’s baseball and softball teams lost their openers on Monday.

The Hawk squads were back in action Wednesday at home against Montezuma.

The Hawk baseball team evened its record with a 7-1 victory over the Braves in South Iowa Cedar League action. Junior Josh Dunsbergen pitched a one-hitter for Lynnville-Sully.

Lynnville-Sully’s softball

team came up short in its second SICL game of the season.

Montezuma edged the Hawk girls, 1-0.

On the Hawk baseball diamond, Lynnville-Sully used a four-run third inning to break a scoreless tie. It was more than enough behind the pitching of Josh Dunsbergen. Dunsbergen kept the Braves scoreless until the seventh inning.

Josh Dunsbergen was charged with the one run on one hit and seven walks. He struck out five. Junior Elijah Collins came on with one out

in the top of the seventh and struck out the next two Brave batters to end the game.

Junior Carson Dunsbergen and senior Tyler Van Zante topped the hitting list for the Hawks with a single and a double apiece. Van Zante drove in three runs as did sophomore Rylan James. Rylan James and junior Corbin James each and a single.

Lynnville-Sully had 10 stolen bases against Montezuma.

Carson Dunsbergen, senior Caden Dunsbergen and Rylan James swiped two bases

apiece.

The Hawk baseball team is 1-1 overall and in conference play. It plays Iowa Christian at 6 p.m. Thursday at Sully.

On the softball diamond, Montezuma chased a run home in the top for the third and was able to hold Lynnville-Sully scoreless. Junior McKinley Conover tripled for the Hawks, but they couldn’t drive her in.

Conover also had a base hit in the game. Freshman Mallory Loftus and eighth-grader Korinne Jansen each had a single.

Eighth-grader Caitlin Alberts started in the pitching circle for the Hawks. She went 4 innings and took the loss, allowing one run on four hits and five walks, She struck out four. Sophomore Carson Fisk pitched three innings of one-hit, shutout ball. She had one strikeout.

Lynnville-Sully’s softball team (0-2) hosts Pella for a 6 p.m. game Thursday.

Contact Jocelyn Sheets at 641-792-3121 ext. 6535 or jsheets@newtondailynews.com

Trap team competes

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News SEARSBORO — Eight members of the Newton Trap Team competed in a dual with Pella Monday, shooting skeet and 5-stand sporting clays. The competition was held at the Big Springs Shooting Range.

Allison Ulrey took third place in the women’s senior division in skeet with a score of 31. Clay Trotter was Newton’s highest score in the men’s senior division in skeet. He finished in seventh place with a score of 37.

In the 5-stand sporting clays event, Evan Cook was third in the men’s senior division with a score of 46.

Brooke Gifford shot a 44 and Ulrey shot a 41 to place second and third place in the women’s senior division.

“Pella has the facilities and equipment to practice skeet and sporting clays, so they usually have some really good scores in these events,” Newton coach Paul Klein said. “We don’t have the ability to practice these events so we get most of our exposure by going to competitions. Our team members do really good considering this and I’m happy with the scores we’re getting.”

Newton concludes its regular season Saturday in a trap shoot at Big Springs Shooting Range.

The Iowa state trap shoot is June 9-11 at Cedar Falls.

Contact Jocelyn Sheets at 641-792-3121 ext. 6535 or jsheets@newtondailynews.com

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News With the ball in the back of the net and the Hudson goalie face down on the field, Newton High senior Tyler Stanton turns to leave after scoring the Cardinals’ first-half goal in Wednesday’s substate semifinal game at Hudson.

Cardinals Continued from Page 1B “We possessed the ball most of the game. We passed it around, worked it around the field, but couldn’t capitalize on our opportunities to score,” Jensen said.

Down 3-0, Newton fought to get a goal. On the attack, sophomore Ty Arguello drib-

bled the ball down the field then sent the ball into the middle of the field near the goal. Senior Tyler Stanton was in position to rip a shot to the back of the net.

Stanton’s goal came with 6:27 remaining in the first half. There was still plenty of time for the Cardinals to rally.

Jensen said the Cardinals corrected several things following a three-goal outburst by the Pirates. He said

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Newton High senior Joe Stammeyer, right, goes after the ball against Hudson’s Zach Buzynski, left, in Wednesday’s Class 2A substate soccer semifinal at Hudson.

he didn’t feel the Cardinals made Hudson work for its goals early in the game.

Hudson’s Alec Stabell’s hat trick stood up at the end.

He scored his first goal at the 28:55 mark of the first half with a ball in the box.

He slipped another one past Newton senior goalkeeper Reagan Maple and the Cardinal defense with 16:59 on the clock. Four minutes later, Stabell scored again.

Newton owned the second half. Maple was credited with seven saves in the game.

He made back-to-back saves right around the midway mark of the second half to keep Newton in the game.

“Finishing wasn’t our strength this season. We just didn’t finish the ball in games that mattered,” Jensen said.

“Today, we had the a lot of good crosses into the box and shots at scoring, but didn’t the back of the net.”

Hudson’s Tristin Gilles scored late to give his team the 4-1 win. Hudson goalkeeper Matt Seres had eight saves in the game.

Stammeyer said he and his fellow seniors brought a lot of momentum to the team this season.

“I had an unique look be-

cause I didn’t start until my junior year, but we had a lot of returning seniors this season. We worked hard together with the younger players to have a solid season,” Stammeyer said. “The returning players for next year will step up big and I think they’ll have a good season.”

Stammeyer, Stanton, Maple, Justin Fischer, Josh Ventling, Logan Heisdorffer and Jordan Norvell played their final game for Newton.

“We’ll miss our seniors.

They were the core of our team,” Jensen said. “For my first season as head coach here, these seven seniors were strong leaders for us.

We came short of where we wanted to go, but I’m proud of each and every one of our guys.”

Newton finished 12-7 under the first-year head coach.

Jensen said the team will focus on how to finish scoring opportunities for next year. He said Newton will be playing in a summer soccer league to help players develop skills against quality competition.

Contact Jocelyn Sheets at 641-792-3121 ext. 6535 or jsheets@newtondailynews.com