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By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News Iowa Rep. Dan Kelley (D-Newton) announced Wednesday he will seek re-election House District 29, which includes about half of Jasper County.

“We have made good progress in Iowa, but I believe there’s more we can do to help working families,” Kelley said. “We need to raise the minimum wage, help families with the high cost of child care and make public schools our top priority again.”

District 29 includes all of Kelley Newton plus Prairie City, Colfax, Mingo, Baxter and Kellogg.

Kelley, who was first elected to the House in 2010, is currently serving his third term in the Iowa House. He serves on the

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lean water isn’t something most people think twice about. Grab a glass, turn on the faucet and get a drink.

Until the clean water crisis in Flint, Mich.

Marty Hoffert, director of field operations at Newton WaterWorks and L.D. Palmer, manager of the Newton WaterWorks, discussed the issues in Flint and why Newton residents have the safe, clean water they do.

“Water doesn’t have lead in it, but if you don’t maintain the characteristics of your water so it doesn’t want to leach lead off of pipes, then you can pick up lead,” Hoffert said.

That was the underlying issue of Flint’s problems when they decided to switch the water supply from the city of Detroit to using the Flint River. According to Environmental Protection Agency, the major concern from a public health standpoint was the absence of corrosion control treatment for mitigating lead and copper level in the drinking water.

“They didn’t do any corrosion control at all, so the water was corrosive and actually leached the lead from all of the fixtures as well as the protective coating on all of the pipes. Then the lead in pipes was exposed to the water and leached off, which is what the people drank,” Hoffert said. “Their water is acid, leaches or eats the stuff off of the inside of the water features or if there is an old lead pipe going into the house, leached off of it.”

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Warning siren malfunction identified

Testing scheduled for Friday

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News

The Jasper County storm warning sirens that malfunctioned in Newton on Tuesday have been isolated and are slated for repair.

Jasper County Sheriff John Halferty said the warning sirens were

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scheduled to be tested on Wednesday, but was delayed due to a high wind advisory. Testing has been rescheduled for 10 a.m. Friday.

Multiple tests are set to be performed during that time period.

There is currently no potential for severe weather before repairs are made, according to the National Weather Service. If severe weather is imminent, the testing will be rescheduled and citizens SIREN | 3A

Footgolf addition in the Newton Airport gets works for Westwood $73,000 grant

By Kate Malott Newton Daily News Newton Park Board members Amanda Price, Jim Klier and Marc Jackson discussed two new activities at its Newton Park Board meeting Wednesday night at city hall. The addition of a future footgolf course at Westwood Golf Course and a possible Gaga Ball pit at Aurora Park were both presented.

Footgolf at Westwood Newton Parks Administrative Superintendent Nathan Unsworth presented the board with his idea to install a footgolf course at Westwood.

The reason for this addition would be to increase revenue and to bring new people to the course.

Footgolf is like golf played with a soccer ball, similar to disc golf. Popular in the eastern United States, its a sport growing in popularity because it combines golf and soccer and is inexpensive. A footgolf course would target adults ages 18 to 35 and families, Unsworth said.

There are a few courses in Iowa including Davenport and Muscatine. Muscatine course staff said they had 1,200 rounds of footgolf played there last year, Unsworth said.

One of the rules of Unsworth footgolf is it has to be on a golf course which would limit it to Westwood.

“Professional Golfers Association is working with a lot of different incentives to help increase golf numbers because they are declining as a sport nationwide right now, and this is the one thing that has proven to bring more people out to the course or back to the course,” Unsworth said. “The PGA has been supportive.”

There are challenges with a footgolf course in Newton. Terrain and complexity of Westwood is one challenge, but most importantly is how it will work with current Westwood golf members.

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By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News A $73,000 federal grant has been awarded to Newton Municipal Airport Earl Johnson Field.

The airport will receive the money from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration grant program.

The funding will be used to update the airport master plan narrative report and airport layout plan to address key issues, objectives and goals pertinent to the airport’s future development.

Ethan Nasalroad is the president of Johnson Aviation, which runs the Newton airport. The airport has periodically received grants — a snow-removal equipment grant was announced in

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“Master planning involves contractor services and a fair amount of engineering, using slope curves and those sorts of calculations,” Nasalroad said. “We need to have a 20-year plan. It doesn’t

mean we’re necessarily going to do everything in the plan, but if we move forward on, say, a new crosswind runway, it would already be sequenced into a master plan.”

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Jason W. Brooks/Daily News The staff at Newton Municipal Airport Earl Johnson Field learned this week the facility will receive $73,000 from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration grant program for master planning and layout.

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Parks Continued from Page 1A “Anytime we change something there’s going to be hesitation from some people so there will be a learning curve for everyone,” Unsworth said.

Although all three members were open to the idea, there was expressed concern from Klier and Jackson. With golf memberships costing more than $1,000, many golf members have approached the board about their issues sharing the course with another market.

“They’re mostly upset at being shut out of their course, you know, they pay a very nice amount.

They want to play golf,” Jackson said. “Members are going to be upset.”

“I see both sides. I play a lot of golf. We’ve got to look at the big picture, think things out and see what’s best for the citizens of Newton,” Klier said.

Newton Parks plans to limit footgolf play to a couple days or evenings, especially in the beginning, to keep regular golf activities running smoothly, allow people to adjust and see how its going to work.

Water Continued from Page 1A At the Newton WaterWorks, multiple tests are conducted to ensure premium water quality for the city and surrounding communities.

For lead and copper, 30 samples are taken every three years from homes that still maintain lead or copper service lines, half of which have to be from lines that were installed in the 1920s, 30s or 40s.

The samples are taken from homes within the community and a mini class is given to the resident who will be taking the water.

“The homeowner has to take the sample, that is always kind of an issue.

The water can’t be used for six hours and it has to come out of a faucet that they would drink out of.

Kate Malott/Daily News Tim Linahon, Lori Linahon, Evelyn George and Keith Laube watch Newton student Gage Linahon give an Eagle Scout project presentation to park board members at its meeting Wednesday night.

Westwood Golf Course Professional Brad Sponseller and Newton Parks Golf Superintendent Nick Cummins have been very involved with the project.

“I have kind of put them in charge of that initial layout because they really need to be the ones comfortable with this in order to make it work,” Unsworth said.

American FootGolf League is in the process of designing a footgolf course to coincide with the current 18-hole golf course at Westwood.

Plans should be finished in the coming weeks and After six hours they take a 1,000 ml. sample and they have to cap it. Then, we go pick up the sample and take it to Keystone Labs,” Palmer said.

One detail that has to be followed while taking the sample is the first drawn rule. The sample must consist of the first drip of the faucet, followed by the next 1,000 ml. that come out.

“That means it has had a chance to sit in the house, at least six hours, usually overnight, and absorb everything. They don’t want you to flush the samples,” Hoffert said. “I think that what Flint might have got in trouble over, they were trying to hide this a little bit and they didn’t catch a first draw sample. If you let it run for just a minute, it is coming from the main in front of your house,” Hoffert said Keystone Laboratories

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will be presented next month.

Tentative costs would be $10 for adults and $5 for children. The project could be open as early as May. Eagle Scout Presentation Eighth grade Newton student Gage Linahon gave his Eagle Scout Project presentation to the board about his vision for the addition of a Gaga Ball pit in Newton.

Gaga Ball is a game similar to dodgeball but in an enclosed space.

Boy Scout Camp Mitigwa in Boone has

two Gaga Ball pits which is where Linahon first learned about the game.

“We love it. We have a free day where we don’t have classes for merit badges, and we play that the entire day. It is really fun,” he said.

Linahon’s presentation included his project vision, Gage Ball information, how to play, pit details, estimated costs and plans for fundraising. The estimated cost is $1,000 to $1,300.

Linahon said he would fundraise for the entire costs and also build the pit itself. There would be no cost to the parks de-

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Kelley Continued from Page 1A House Agriculture, Environmental Protection, State Government, and Ways and Means Committees as well as the International Relations Committee. He is also the ranking member of the House Administration and Regulation Appropriations Subcommittee.

Kelley is a small business owner and Realtor in Newton and a graduate of Newton High School. He holds a B.A. degree from the University of Iowa.

He and his family are longtime residents of Newton.

He will be opposed in the June 7 Democratic primary by Newton Police Lt. Wes Breckenridge. Patrick Payton, whom Kelley defeated to win his third term in 2014, has filed to run for the Republican nomination.

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“I definitely took safe water for granted before I joined the city council.

I was really impressed with how technical and how seriously our staff takes that responsibility,” Councilwoman Evelyn George said. “There is just a whole lot more thought and process in clean safe water than I ever expected.”

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“I was also thinking of plastic or composite wood but that is really expensive so I’d have to do some extensive fundraising,” Linahon said.

The board approved the project and Linahon will return to the board when fundraising is complete.

Also at the March park board meeting: • The city has moved forward with purchasing fireworks for its Fourth of July celebration. Its budget is $7,500, an increase from the 2015 $7,000 budget. Slipstream is scheduled entertainment for the evening event July 4 at Agnes Patterson Park.

• The city did not did not receive sustainability funding for the Sunset Park playground project.

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www.newtondailynews.com | Thursday | March 17, 2016

Our copy deadline for the Newton Daily News is 3 p.m.

This column is due to my editor every Wednesday at noon with no exceptions. But this week, I refuse to hand it in on time. In fact, I’m going to refuse to hand it in on principal. I’m going to wait for the next Jasper County Tribune and Prairie City News editor to come in and write their first column. Even though I have no intention of leaving any time in the near future, I think it’s only fair to give her/him the opportunity to write the next column.

I have a strong feeling this would be a terrible meeting with my editor and probably would not end well for my career. So why would anyone use this tactic or this logic to get what they want? I’m not sure, but let’s ask our elected leaders in Washington, D.C. President Obama nominated Merrick Garland, judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, for the

United States Supreme Court bench Wednesday to fill a vacancy left by the death of Justice Antonin Scalia. In the wake of the president’s announcement, Garland has been described by many news outlets as a moderate.

But in a statement following Garland’s nomination, Iowa’s senior U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley, a Republican who chairs the Senate Judiciary Committee and who would be responsible for leading Garland’s confirmation hearing, sent out a statement which said “nowhere in the Constitution does it describe how the Senate either provides its consent or withhold its consent” for a president’s Supreme Court nominee.

A Republican majority-led Senate confirmed Garland’s nomination by President Bill Clinton to serve on the U.S. Appellate Court in 1997 by a 76-23 vote. Grassley and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell voted against Garland’s nomination to the Appellate Court in 1997, a

fact which might buy some political cover for their refusal to give the federal judge a fair hearing but might not sit right with Iowa voters in November — an electorate which tends to be pragmatic and against political posturing. That is exactly what withholding support or withholding public disapproval is.

His appearance to avoid posturing is what many Iowans have appreciated about Grassley’s past record. The six-term Senator’s support for the Farm Bill and a strong ethanol blend requirements in the Renewable Fuel Standard, as well as authoring the Wind Production Tax Credit, has proven his foresight and support for Iowa farmers and Iowa industries. His longtime friendship with former Democratic Senate colleague Tom Harkin shows Grassley can put partisan differences aside and forge relationships that benefit bi-partisan legislation. But not this time.

In the Supreme Court nomi-

nation fight, Grassley has chosen to hold the party line, even if the president’s nominee is moderate and received praise from both sides of the political spectrum. A confirmation hearing could prove or disprove the sitting president’s selection as a quality choice to replace a controversial but intellectual Supreme Court justice. But Americans may never know.

It is Grassley and the Judiciary Committee’s Constitutional right to deny a hearing, and it is the current presidents constitutional right to nominate. But in a country where distrust of one another is laser focused on the “D” or “R” behind a name, wouldn’t it be in the best interest for Grassley and the party in power to use their other Constitutional authority, hold a confirmation hearing and judge what Garland has to say? Grassley may not have a constitutional deadline but a symbolic deadline is looming. Hopefully the Senator beats the clock.

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Breckenridge will get things done Sue Huetter Newton I am extremely proud of my son, Wes Breckenridge, who is running for Representative in House District 29. He is a devoted son, husband and father who is compassionate and caring. Both Wes and his wife Kris have been excellent role models for their children Kandace, Whitney and Jonathan. He has coached his kids in various ac-

When freedom rings

J. L. Swalwell Newton As I sat down thinking about the news of the firing of the Wounded Warrior Project execs (those execs should be arrested) it brings back memories of 9/11.

That morning, like the rest of the world, it seemed so surreal. Is this really happening?

My son, age 11, at the time was getting ready for school. Well, he was late. I made him watch TV. I told him the world as he knew it will never be the same, that what he was seeing was an act of terrorism. I took him to school quite a few minutes late.

On Sept. 25, 2001 these words appeared in my thoughts, and I wrote them down. I’ve been waiting for the “right time” to share

tivities, including several sports, Lego League and Cub Scouts.

As a son, he has always been there for me and I know that I can count on his support. I know all parents are proud of their children, but it is very rewarding to me to hear others also think so highly of him.

Wes is also a dedicated public servant who has served our community for more than 23 years.

As a Newton Police officer, he has served and protected us citizens with commitment and care. He is someone who truly cares about

others. He puts his heart into everything he does. He’s benefited the community in many ways, but I am especially proud of his work with our youth as a School Resource Officer and DARE instructor.

I know my son will do an excellent job as our Representative.

He is someone who will take the time to sit down and discuss issues and concerns. He can bring people together to get great things done. I hope everyone gets out and votes for my son in the Democratic primary on June 7.

what I wrote. I have never participated in the Wounded Warrior Project. God only knows my heart sinks every time I see the commercials for donations. Here is my donation — this is dedicated to those who perished, the families, friends, our service people, all the first responders, the American people and other countries.

Even when our innocent have died

When Freedom Rings Our might is right We stand our ground Our colors bright We’re purity bound One by one our people stand We all march for our cherished land No one can come between our pride

Our might is right We stand so tall Our spirits height Will never fall One by one we all hold hands Our liberty unites into blessed bands No once can come between our love Our heroes fly upon winged doves Our might is right We stand in our kingdom Our souls unbroken in the fight We’ll always defend our freedom

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It’s not everyone who can say they started a steel supply business from scratch a n d grew the business into a major a r e a steel supplier. But t h a t ’ s By Curt Swarm w h a t Guest Columnist Randy Ruggles, of Mt. Pleasant, did.

It’s the American dream.

From rebar, to I-beams, barstock, tubing, and sheet steel, Ruggles has it all.

If you’ve wondered what the “RESCO” in RESCO USA stands for, it’s Ruggles Enterprises Steel Company.

Ruggles grew up in Mt. Pleasant, while his dad ran an auto alignment business on the east side. After high school, Randy attended and graduated from NE Missouri State in Kirksville with a degree in industrial occupations, which is a lot like a shop teacher’s degree, only with business courses instead of education. After graduation, and yearning for the big city lights, he was off to Houston, Texas where he landed a job as an inside salesperson for a big metals warehouse.

When the oil-industry went belly up, Randy lost his job. He moved back to Mt. Pleasant, met his wife to be, Carol, and suddenly, the big city lights weren’t nearly so bright. He helped his dad in the alignment business and life was good.

But the itch for steel needed scratching. Randy noticed that there was no steel supplier in Mt. Pleasant. Cautiously, and utilizing his education and experience, he explored the possibility of starting a steel supply business. He set up a couple of semi truck trailers beside the alignment shop, built a shanty between the two, and ordered in steel. With the help of a little advertising, support from his customer base in the alignment shop, and an AC D-17 tractor, with a front-end loader and homemade forks, Randy was in business, like

a newborn calf trying out its spindly legs.

It wasn’t long before the two truck trailers and shanty weren’t big enough.

When a grain elevator beside the railroad tracks in the center of Mt. Pleasant became available in 1995, Randy, with the help of a good banker and a lot of prayers, bought it.

First he had to clean it up. The bare steel buildings had three inches of rotted grain on the floor, with rat tunnels running through it. But his customer base was tolerant and made the move with Randy.

The two-acre site also needed to be leveled. The road around the new swimming pool in Mt. Pleasant was being revamped, and dirt was available. Randy had 300-plus loads of clay hauled in for the east side of the lot. For the west side, the Walmart Distribution Center was expanding and dirt was available.

Randy had acquired a crane. He was always on the lookout for dirt. When a house was being built, he would often swap the setting of a truss for fill dirt.

When Palm Avenue in Mt. Pleasant was being graded, he traded pop and beer to the construction crew for the dirt. With the help of a friend who had a front-end loader and dozer, they leveled and graded the hauled-in dirt. All-inall, Randy raised the level of his steel yard by nine feet.

Things were going along pretty good, and business was booming. At times, Randy had three employees working for him. Then the recession of 2009 hit like a steel building collapsing. Suddenly, instead of the price of his steel inventory increasing, it was going the other way.

Today, looking much younger than 60, Randy runs the steel and crane business by himself. His silent partner is a steelyard dog. The strength of his wife, Carol, and their faith, have carried them through the tough times, to an economy which is once again on the rebound. For steel or crane work, it’s RESCO to the rescue.

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Obituaries Robert Frank Durbala March 14, 2016 Robert Frank Durbala, 87, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2016, at Skiff Memorial Hospital in Newton, surrounded by his loving f a m i l y.

He was the oldest son of six children born to Frank Alexander and Margaret Catherine (Bins) Durbala. He was raised in Lovilia on a farm and graduated from high school there.

On April 19, 1950,

Robert was united in marriage with Suzanne Alma Grundman at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of which he was a member in Newton.

Together they raised three daughters and one son in Newton.

Robert worked 39.6 years at Maytag before retiring in 1985. He always worked hard to provide for his family as an electrician and was known to take extra jobs on the side to make ends meet. He spent many years after retirement building a house in the country outside of Newton, and caring for their 10 acres. It was a great joy to him.

His integrity was evident throughout his life

in his honesty, his generous spirit and his dedication to family. He was always a people person and never turned down a good card game.

Left to honor his memory are his wife Suzanne of Newton; his son Michael Paul (Sandy) Durbala of Hills; daughters Anne Marie Bonawitz of Naples, Fla., Mary Lynn Durbala of Baxter, and Catherine Sue (Ken) Curell of Boone.

He is survived by 11 grandchildren, Janell Bissonnette, Ryan Bonawitz, Andrew Bonawitz, Heidi Barber, Renee Johnson, Paul Durbala, Cassandra Durbala-Malone, Nathan Curell, Jason

Gertrude Lourens

Kamden and Kohen Stout

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March 15, 2016

Gertrude Margaret Lourens, 101, of Prairie City, died Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at Mill Pond in Ankeny. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 19 at the First Reformed Church in Prairie City. Burial will take place at Waveland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m.

Friday, March 18 at Coburn Funeral Home in Prairie City. Condolences may be left for the family at www. coburnfuneralhomes.com.

Lindsay and Kurt Stout of Pella, gave birth to identical twin sons, Kamden Alan and Kohen

Edna Fynaardt

Curell, Monica Fitzgibbon and Erin McCandless; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Jean Hollinrake of Weller and Patricia Baldus of Ames.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Margaret Fisher; two brothers, Thomas and Marion Durbala; and one great-grandchild, Tanner Titus.

A funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 19 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Newton. The family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton.

Memorials may be designated to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Wesley, who were stillborn Tuesday morning, March 15, 2016, at Pella Regional Health Center.

A service of remembrance and dedication will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, March 18 at Faith Christian

Reformed Church in Pella. Interment will follow in the Oakwood Cemetery at Pella. The family will be present from noon until the time of service on Friday at Faith Christian Reformed Church.

Free vision screening at library The Newton Lions Club will provide a free vision screening for children, ages 6 months to 6 years at the Newton Public Library. The event will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday and from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday in the library meeting room. No appointment is necessary.

The vision screening is as simple

as having a picture taken of the eyes and sent to the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. Any problems found are referred to an ophthalmologist or optician. Children must have a parent or guardian sign the permission slip, available at the children’s department of the library or email ppeter@newton.lib.ia.us.

March 15, 2016 Edna G. (Engelhoven) Fynaardt, 81, of Sully, died Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at St. Francis Manor in Grinnell. A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 21 at Sully Christian Reformed Church. Interment will follow in the Sully Cemetery at Sully. Visitation will begin Sunday morning at Van Dyk-Duven Funeral Home in Pella where the family will be present Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.

Christian school Kindergarten Roundup The Newton Christian School will host its annual Kindergarten Roundup from 8 to 11:30 a.m. March 31.

Newton Christian School is an accredited, interdenominational, private school well regarded for its nurturing environment, which specializes in academic, moral and spiritual development.

Newton Christian has

small class sizes, with a 12/1 average student to teacher ratio. The kindergarten class will attend all five days of the week. The school offers several specials including art, Spanish, music, library, physical education, chapel, field trips and integrates the use of technology at all grade levels.

Parents who intend to send their child to

roundup are encouraged to attend an informational meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 28 at the school.

Call the school at 641-792-1924 or ncs@ newtonchristianschool. com to register for roundup by March 28.

For more information, visit www.newtonchristianschool.com or www.facebook.com/ newtonchristianschool.

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• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

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

• Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Skiff Medical Center, member of Mercy Health Network, 204 N. Fourth Ave. E. in Newton. Merle Smith will be speaking on survivorship.

• Piecemakers Quilt Guild will meet at 7 p.m.

Thursday at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 501 E. 19th St. N. in Newton. Julie Fisher will give the program on preparing your quilts for the long arm machine. A sew day is planned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at St. Luke United Methodist Church. It is planned to go out for lunch. Contact Margaret A. Jensen at 641-727720 with any questions.

• NCT presents “The Producers” will begin at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Newton Community Theatre, 1701 S. Eighth Ave. E. in Newton.

Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for youth. For more information call 641-792-1230. • Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at noon Friday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

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

• 5th annual Fish, Chicken & Alligator Fry will begin at 5 p.m. Friday at Colfax First United Methodist Church. Event will be in the Church Fellowship Hall, South Locust Street and West Division Street. The public is invited. A free will donation will be accepted.

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Police Blotter Newton Police Department • A 14-year-old juvenile is charged with disorderly conduct after authorities were called at 1 p.m. March 3 to the Newton High School.

Officers spoke with the assistant principal who said the juvenile had been involved in a fight where punches were thrown. The juvenile admitted to fighting and a video showed the juvenile punch and pull hair during the fight.

She was cited and released to appear.

• A 15-year-old juvenile is charged with disorderly conduct after authorities were called at 1 p.m. March 3 to

the Newton High School.

Officers spoke with the assistant principal who said the juvenile had been involved in a fight where punches were thrown. The juvenile admitted to fighting and a video showed the juvenile punch and pull hair during the fight.

She was cited and released to appear.

• Matthew J. Holtkamp, 47, of Newton, is charged with carrying weapons after authorities were called at 4:45 p.m. March 4 to 215 First Ave. W. Officers spoke with Maid-Rite employees who said Holtkamp came into the restaurant with a semi-auto-

matic handgun in the waist of his pants. He then got it out and displayed it in front of the employees. Officers spoke with Holtkamp who admitted to bringing the gun into the restaurant because he wanted to get his picture taken with it. He said he no longer had it because he sold it and he also deleted the pictures that were taken off of his cell phone. Holtkamp was found to not have a permit to carry a concealed weapon.

He was cited and released to appear.

• Shane P. Wounded Knee, 31, of Newton, is charged with operating while under

the influence and open container after authorities pulled him over at 9:51 p.m. Tuesday at 405 First Ave. E. Officers saw Wounded Knee driving a vehicle and come close to hitting a pedestrian. After making contact, Wounded Knee admitted to drinking and that he was intoxicated.

He smelled strongly of alcohol and he had an open beer in the vehicle. He was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office • Michael L. Logan, 49, of Monroe, is charged with driving while barred after authorities pulled him over at 12:06

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• Daniel J. Taylor, 23, of Prairie City, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of controlled substance after authorities were called at 7:27 p.m. March 5 to 300 W. Fifth St. in Prairie City. Officers could smell a strong odor of marijuana coming from the residence. While searching, officers found pipes and “one hitters” as well as a baggie of marijuana. All of the paraphernalia had burnt marijuana in it. He was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

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Wife has doubts about man donating sperm to his brother DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have a 19-month-old son and plan on trying for another baby soon. My husband’s brother, who is sterile, called and asked my husband to donate sperm to him. I am very upset because my husband refuses to ask his brother to make any kind of compromises to protect our family and theirs, such as counseling to resolve any issues ahead of time.

Before we were serious about each other, my husband donated to his brother’s first wife. His brother wanted to keep it a secret from everyone — including the children — but his wife told all of her friends.

What should I do? My husband is afraid he’s going to lose his brother if he doesn’t give him everything he wants, but the person he is really going to lose is me. — CONFUSED IN THE SOUTH DEAR CONFUSED: I hope you won’t let your husband’s generous impulses have a negative impact on your marriage. I agree that counseling could help to head off future problems that might crop up — IF your husband and his brother would agree to it. But while you’re at it, this should also be discussed with a lawyer just in case your brotherin-law’s second marriage goes south, too.

As to keeping all of this a secret — because wife No. 1 has made public the fact that the children aren’t biologically his, the chances of the information being kept secret are slim to none.

DEAR ABBY: Since the lottery for the big jackpot was in the news, my co-workers and I have discussed the etiquette regarding sharing the winnings with whomever may have given you the ticket. For instance, if somebody has an uncle who gives lottery tickets as a gift on birthdays or holidays as opposed to a standard gift, and the recipient hits the winning numbers, is there a fixed percentage that’s customary to give?

None of us is actually in this situation; it just became part of our discussion. Thanks for your input. — OFFICE HOT TOPIC DEAR HOT TOPIC: Once a gift is given, it belongs to the recipient. The recipient would be under no obligation to share the winnings with the person who gifted him or her with the ticket, nor should it be expected. However, if the gift giver does expect a percentage, then this should be worked out before the drawing.

DEAR ABBY: I’m 15 and I’m a lesbian. I’ve told my friends, but they don’t accept me. They say they do, but when I talk about other girls, they say, “Don’t talk about girls around us. We’re not gay!” I don’t know what to do. Please help. — LGBT IN GEORGIA DEAR LGBT: Your friends probably do accept you, but would prefer not to hear all the details you feel the need to share. It’s time you find a youth group for gay teenagers. Go online, visit lgbtcenters.org and search for the nearest gay and lesbian community center in your area. If you do, you will see that the support you are looking for isn’t hard to find. I wish you luck.

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1 Fire damages Loras College

4 ​Third Iowan held in slaying of

dorm, displacing 41 students

DUBUQUE — Loras College students were allowed to salvage personal belongings from their dorms on Wednesday, hours after an early-morning fire badly damaged the residence hall. Dubuque Fire Chief Rick Steines said a police officer noticed sparks on the Visitation Hall’s cupola about 5 a.m., leading to the evacuation of the building.

No injuries were reported. Sue Hafkemeyer, a spokeswoman for the college, said officials were helping find new homes for the 41 students who were affected.

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COUNCIL BLUFFS — Police have arrested a third suspect in the shooting death of one man and wounding of another in Council Bluffs. Markis Davis was taken into custody Wednesday on an arrest warrant and is being held at Pottawattamie County Jail. Charges against him include murder, attempted murder, robbery and felon in possession of a firearm. Davis and two other men being held are suspected of robbing and killing 22-year-old Anthony Walker and injuring 32-year-old Patrick Shutz on March 7.

3 Ex-Iowa trooper sentenced

after pleading guilty to OWI

2 Storm system pounds Iowa,

IOWA CITY — A former trooper with the Iowa State Patrol has pleaded guilty to operating while intoxicated following a December arrest for a late-night home disturbance.

Patrick Steinbach pleaded guilty last week, days after The Associated Press reported on his case.

Judge Marsha Bergan fined Steinbach $1,250 and gave him the choice of serving two days at the Iowa County Jail or completing a weekend OWI program.

tornadoes confirmed

CLINTON — The National Weather Service confirmed Wednesday that tornadoes touched down in parts of eastern Iowa that also endured heavy rain and hail as large as golf balls. The Weather Service said the Tuesday evening storms that damaged buildings and caused minor injuries included three tornadoes that touched down in Clinton County. One was classified as an EF-1 with winds reaching 90 mph.

5 Plymouth County wind farm could open in 2018 or 2019

LE MARS — A San Diego-based company planning to build a wind farm in rural Plymouth County will have to meet several requirements and goals in order to open the roughly $200 million project.

The proposed wind farm will include easements on 16,000 acres in rural Plymouth County, and would require an environmental study to determine the estimated 100 turbines’ potential impact on bats and birds.

—The Associated Press

Two arrested during Newton drug search warrant

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News A Newton pair faces charges after a drug search warrant turned up illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia.

The Mid-Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force executed the search at noon on Wednesday at 701 N. Second Ave. E. with the assistance of the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office. Amber D. Rogers, 30,

Rogers

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and Alion White, 31, were arrested.

Rogers faces charges including possession of marijuana with intent to deliver, failure to affix a drug tax stamp, possession of a schedule II controlled substance with intent to deliver, failure to affix a drug tax stamp, schedule II controlled substance, possession with intent to manufacture THC oil, two counts of possession of a prescription without a prescription,

possession of a schedule IV controlled substance, possession of a schedule II substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. White was charged with child endangerment.

During the search, officers found a child under the age of 18 living at the residence. The child was removed from the home following the Jasper County Drug Endangered Children

Program and is now under the protection of the Department of Human Services.

Rogers and White were taken to the Jasper County Jail where Rogers is being held on a $36,300 bond.

White was released on a $2,000 bond.

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

Newbotics Honored

Jason W. Brooks/Daily News Newton High School’s robotics team, known as Newbotics, was honored at Monday’s Newton Community School District Board of Education meeting for placing first at a regional competition, qualifying for the FIRST state championships, placing 10th in its division at state and going 22-6 in head-to-head competition this year. In front, from the left, are David Lopez-Sanders, Jerod Merrick, Daniel Lopez-Sanders, Micah Beeler and advisor Eric Grabe. In back is Austin Stoulil.

Supreme Court nominee is second cousin to Iowa Gov. Branstad DES MOINES (AP) — The federal judge nominated by President Barack Obama for the U.S. Supreme Court is a second cousin to Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad.

Merrick Garland, chief justice of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, is re-

lated through Branstad’s mother, whose birth name was Rita Garland.

Branstad, who was governor in 1995 when Merrick Garland was nominated for the federal appeals court in Washington, wrote a letter to Sen. Charles Grassley asking for his support.

Branstad spokesman Ben Hammes says Wednesday that Branstad met Garland for the first time a few weeks ago during a trip to Washington. Hammes says Branstad “supports the path chosen by Senator Grassley as chairman of the Judiciary Committee.”

Airport

were other elements of reauthorization proposals, especially privatization of certain FAA services, that were controversial.

“Those got shot down pretty quickly,” Nasalroad said.

The new bill is supposed to be completed by the time the 2012 extension runs out at the end of March. The House passed a short-term three-month extension on Monday and the Senate will likely follow suit, giving Congress until mid-July to agree on a more long-term bill.

Nasalroad said a shortterm extension is basically “kicking the can down the road,” but it is still a relief to see a short-duration bill with many

controversial provisions didn’t make it all the way through to the president’s desk.

Airports of all sizes will be following the process to see how they’ll be affected by the end decisions.

U.S. Rep. Dave Loebsack praised this week’s grant award.

“Our local airports play a critical role in allowing our communities to grow, as well as fuel additional economic development in the region,” Loebsack said. “I am pleased that the Newton Municipal Airport is receiving this competitive grant, which will allow the airport to continue functioning safely and effectively.”

Continued from Page 1A Nasalroad said the grant is not connected to the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act, which has stalled in Congress.

The Senate version of the reauthorization bill has been criticized by trade organizations, such as the Global Business Travel Association, as being too short in duration, as a similar reauthorization act in 2012 ran through Fiscal Year 2015.

It would end with Fiscal Year 2017. The House version of the proposal calls for six full fiscal years.

Nasalroad said there

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Fish and Chicken Fry

7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday Newton Community Theatre

5 to 7 p.m. Friday Colfax First United Methodist Church

Closing its local production, seize your last opportunity to see local actors perform in the Mel Brooks classic musical “The Producers.” Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for ages 18 and younger.

Call 641-792-1230 for reservations. The box office is now staffed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6:30 to 8 p.m. weekdays and one hour before each show.

The 5th annual Fish, Chicken & Alligator Fry will be in the Church Fellowship Hall, South Locust Street and West Division Street. The public is invited to attend. A free will donation will be accepted.

Easter Egg Hunt

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9 a.m. Saturday Newton YMCA

Annual Easter Egg Hunt for local youth. Public is invited to attend.

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7 p.m. Saturday Cadillac Jack’s in Baxter Join in for a fun-filled evening painting your very own masterpiece. The cost of $35 covers everything you will need.

Sen. Amy Sinclair and Rep. Dan Kelley will be participating. The coffee will open with remarks by the legislators addressing events and priorities in the current legislative session. Their remarks will be followed by a question and dialogue period. Citizens are encouraged to attend and participate.

Submit upcoming events to newsroom@newtondailynews.com

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College basketball elites play at The Well

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Three of the elite programs in NCAA men’s basketball history play in Des Moines this weekend. NCAA March Madness comes to Wells Fargo Arena featuring Kansas, Indiana and Kentucky.

While Iowa’s three — Iowa State, Iowa and Northern Iowa — play opening round games in other states, Iowa welcomes the 2016 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament in the state capital. It began Wednesday with free open practices for fans to watch of all eight teams.

Tournament action tips off at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Wells Fargo Arena with UConn playing Colorado. South Regional No. 1 seed and top-ranked

Kansas takes on Austin Peay at 3 p.m.

Winners play Saturday.

Thursday’s evening games have East Regional’s Indiana playing Chattanooga at 6:10 p.m. and Kentucky taking on Stony Brook at 8:40 p.m. Winners of

Thursday’s games play Saturday.

Times for Saturday’s games will be announced later.

Iowa State opens the tournament against Iona in the Midwest Regional at the Pepsi Center in Denver.

Iowa State tips off at 1 p.m. Thursday. The winner plays a second-round game Saturday.

On Friday, Iowa plays Temple at 2:10 in the South Regional opening round at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. UNI also plays Friday at 8:50 p.m. against Texas in the West Regional. The game is at Oklahoma City’s Chesapeake Energy Arena.

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Illness knocks UNI wrestler Cabell out of NCAA tourney Newton Daily News CEDAR FALLS — An illness will keep No. 14 heavyweight Blaize Cabell out of the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships this weekend.

“It’s painful,” UNI head coach Doug Schwab said. “If you deal with it and have a fighting chance at nationals, it makes you feel a little better. You work your whole life for this opportunity.”

This would have been Cabell’s third trip to the NCAA tournament. He emerged as the Panthers’ only MAC champion this year.

“There will be more opportunities for him, but those are hard to see right now,” Schwab said. “There’s nothing you can do, and you don’t have control.”

Cabell had an impressive senior year, knocking off No. 8 Billy Smith of Rutgers. He notched 12 takedowns in a single dual against Missouri, matching the same amount the entire Missouri team

had. He scored 11 takedowns in a dual against Ohio.

Cabell earned bonus points in four of his six MAC duals and finished his collegiate career undefeated in conference duals since Feb. 9, 2014.

“I want people to reCabell member how he competed and what he did for this program,” Schwab said. “He made it fun at heavyweight. I am so proud of him and how he has grown, not just as a wrestler, but as a man.

We want to keep him competing and around the program.”

Cabell closes his career at UNI with a spot in the all-time record book. His undefeated dual season last year as a junior ties him for eighth among all Panthers for most duals won in a single season.

“What’s also really hard is that you

wish you could be with him,” Schwab said. “You hurt right along with him, but the decision is made. You have to keep perspective. There are things that are worse. It’s hard to see that right now though.”

The Panthers still have four wrestlers competing. Competition starts Thursday for No. 7 Dylan Peters at 125 pounds, No. 16 Josh Alber at 133 pounds, No. 23 Bryce Steiert at 157 pounds and No. 20 Cooper Moore.

Cabell was the only senior competing for UNI at the national tournament. Steiert is the first true freshman from UNI to qualify for the NCAA tournament since Chris Bitetto in 2003, who also competed at 157 pounds.

“As much as I hurt for Blaize, I need to be here for the other guys too,” Schwab said. “It’s time for them to get their reward for the hard work they put in this year.”

Special Olympics State Medalists

Kaden Hurt of Berg Middle School won first place and a gold medal at state.

Submitted Photos Newton Special Olympics student-athletes competed in Iowa State Special Olympics Mid-Winter basketball skills tournament Saturday in Iowa City. There were students from Berg Middle School and WoodWoodrow Wilson’s Cheyenne row Wilson Elementary participating. Above, Jada Yoakum, middle, DeRead claimed a silver med- and Cody Sayles, right, are both of Woodrow Wilson and were first al at state. and second in their division.

Taking first and a gold medal at state was Berg Middle School’s Lauren Ferguson.

Berg Middle School’s Camden Beach earned the bronze medal at state.

Submitted Photo Newton Berg Middle School’s Special Olympics athletes competed in a regional qualifying meet in January at Marshalltown in basketball skills. To qualify for the state meet, an athlete had to take first. From left, Dallas Smithhart, second place; Camden Beach, first place; Lauren Ferguson, first place; Kaden Hurt, first place; Michael Cox, second place; James Beck, third place; Alonzo Perry, fifth place.

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Does Iowa high school basketball need a shot clock?

By now, most people who follow Iowa high school basketball have heard about the Class 4A state semifinal boys basketball game featuring West Des Moines Valley and Pleasant Valley.

In that game, Valley advanced to the championship tilt by keeping possession of the ball during an entire overtime session By Troy Hyde and hitting a Newton Daily News game-winning shot as time Sports Writer expired.

It brought on a conversation that has surfaced before. Does the Iowa High School Athletic Association and Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union need to add a shot clock to the game?

In a conversation with a buddy of mine, we both argued the game needs it. But only one of us thought the decision to add it was an easy one.

It’s not as easy as just installing a shot clock and calling it good.

There’s a lot that goes into it.

If one school has a shot clock, every school has to have a shot clock, and there needs to be shot clocks at both ends of the floor.

According to Newton High Athletic Director Scott Garvis, a set of shot clocks would cost anywhere from $2,000 for a basic model mounted on the backboards to $5,000 for one that is attached to the scoreboards.

“Each clock must also include a red light and a distinct horn,” Garvis said.

“Installation, wiring and an extra worker at the scorer’s table to operate the clock for varsity, junior varsity and freshman games would further compound the costs.”

Aside from costs, the other tricky part of the equation is finding someone who knows enough about basketball to run the clock competently.

And finding someone willing to volunteer their time to do it.

It’s certainly much more challenging for the smaller schools because they have less money to work with and less people willing to volunteer.

It wouldn’t be an issue for schools like Waukee, Valley or Ankeny Centennial.

Those schools have money and plenty of space in their gyms to make it work.

Schools like Colfax-Mingo though don’t have the luxury of having $2,000 just sitting around, and it doesn’t have a lot of extra space inside its gym.

It wouldn’t be as easy as it sounds, but Colfax-Mingo Athletic Director Bryan Poulter is more concerned with finding someone to operate the clock than he is the cost of putting them in.

“It sounds simple to say that we would just have to find one more person to operate a clock,” Poulter said.

“People have very busy schedules, and it is very difficult to find someone that can work all the basketball games in a season. Multiple people would have to be trained to operate the clock, which would present a tough task.”

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Newton fifth-grade team to play in youth Final Four tourney

Submitted photo A Newton fifth grade boys basketball team qualified for the Final Four of the Pacesetter Iowa Youth Basketball Sate Championships, which will be played Saturday at Kingdom Hoops in Des Moines. The Newton team plays a team from Mason City at 2:40 p.m. and then plays again at 5 p.m. The top two teams in the tournament advance to play in the Great Four State Championships in July at the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Members of the team include (front row, from left) Alex Thomason, Jake Ingle, Brody Fuller and Teagan Galanakis. Back row: Tade Vanderlaan, Coach Tom Vanderlaan, Drew Thompson, Kacey Sommars, Zayne Beal, Carson Satterfield, Brody Bauer and Coach Scott Bauer.

Michigan, Holy Cross advance in final two First Four games DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Zak Irvin hit a go-ahead 3-pointer and a pair of free throws in the closing minute as Michigan pulled out another one at the end on Wednesday night, beating Tulsa 67-62 in the First Four.

The Wolverines (2312) made the leap from bubble team to the NCAA Tournament with their last-second drama.

They hit a pair of end-game shots for wins in the Big Ten Tourna-

ment, including one by Irvin that beat Northwestern.

His 3-pointer put the Wolverines up 62-60 with 52 seconds to go, and his two free throws with 10 seconds left sent the 11th-seeded Wolverines into a matchup against rival Notre Dame in Brooklyn on Friday night.

Tulsa (20-12) got 23 points from Shaquille Harrison.

Holy Cross 59, Southern 55

Robert Champion scored 19 points, including a key 3-pointer in the final minute, to help Holy Cross beat Southern University 5955 Wednesday night for its first NCAA Tournament victory since 1953.

Champion also hit two key free throws with 14 seconds left to put the game out of reach. in the The 16th-seeded Crusaders advance to play No. 1 seed Oregon on Friday in Spokane, Wash.

White Sox’s LaRoche plans retirement GLENDALE, Ariz.

(AP) — Adam LaRoche surprised the Chicago White Sox by telling them he intends to retire, passing up $13 million in salary.

General manager Rick Hahn said LaRoche told his teammates in a clubhouse meeting

and was asked to reconsider his decision, which Hahn characterized as a personal decision.

Hahn said he was not expecting the news.

LaRoche, 36, signed a two-year deal for $25 million with the White Sox a year ago. But he struggled

in 2015, batting just .207 with 12 homers. The first baseman-turned-designated hitter hadn’t played since early this month due to back spasms.

White Sox manager Robin Ventura said he tried to talk LaRoche out of it.

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Shot Clock: Not as easy as it seems Continued from Page 1B Newton boys basketball coach Bill Liley does not want to add a shot clock, but NHS girls coach Brandon Sharp is in the other corner, welcoming the idea of making the end of games more exciting.

Liley coached in Washington for 17 years, and the Washington Interscholastic Basketball Coaches Association made the decision to add a shot clock despite 90 percent of the coaches in the state being against it.

Liley feels like adding a shot clock to the game will give the less talented and less athletic teams an even smaller chance to win games at all levels.

“Since the addition of the shot clock in 2009, there have been no major upsets in the Washington State High School Basketball Tournament,” Liley said. “The most athletic team with the most talent has the advantage with the idea that they are assured possession in a short period of time. This gives them the opportunity to have more offensive opportunities to pile up more points.”

Liley also thinks adding the clock would change the end of game strategies for the worse. When teams salt away the final four minutes with long possessions, it adds intrigue, clock management schemes and intricate coaching strategies, according to Liley.

Sharp is at the other end of the argument. He wants a shot clock because he believes it would make the coaches and players better.

“You really have to be able to execute your stuff offensively and defensively when playing with a shot clock,” Sharp said. “I don’t believe you will see an increase in possessions, but it will for sure impact the end of quarters and games. I would love to see a shot clock implemented in high school basketball.”

Colfax-Mingo girls basketball coach Michelle Grant understands the argument for a shot clock, and she admits that the WDM Valley-Pleasant Valley overtime period would have been tough to watch as a fan.

Grant, though, doesn’t personally want a shot clock, mainly because the level of play in the smaller schools around the state just isn’t good enough to adjust to the change.

“It would be something else to teach, and the level of playing at which the smaller schools play at is

not that which requires a shot clock,” Grant said. “I certainly see and understand the uproar with the situation that occurred last week, but I don’t want a decision made about the shot clock without serious consideration taken about how that would change the way we teach the game.

That’s a knee jerk reaction to an exception, not a rule.

“My concern is always going to be that we are teaching players the fundamentals of the game. A shot clock could help to keep the game at a more pure state, but are we allowing time to teach and learn the fundamentals.”

Collins-Maxwell/Baxter coach Scott Brummel has coached in California, which is one of the seven states, along with Washington, to have a shot clock in both boys and girls basketball. Brummel is used to it in a way and thinks having it would be a good change.

Baxter Athletic Director Lori Fricke agrees with the Raiders boys basketball coach, but both Brummel and Fricke feel like making the change would be a big challenge for those smaller schools with less money and less volunteers.

“I think the game could use a shot in the arm of change,” Brummel said.

“It does add an element of strategy at the end of games or quarters.

The problem at a number of schools would be cost, and the biggest issue would be finding someone for all levels to run the clock(s) properly.”

If coaches and athletic directors were asked to vote, the results likely would be all over the board.

As a fan of the game, I don’t want to see championship games that end with neither team scoring 50 points like we saw in two of the four championship games last week. Valley also defeated Pleasant Valley, 50-48, which is another low scoring game.

The state is having trouble with attendance at the boys state basketball tournament.

That could be because of the $10 tickets to get in or the $7 it costs to park.

It could be because the games can be viewed online or on television.

The game, though, may somehow need a jolt. Adding a shot clock could make the games more exciting.

It’s also not as easy to make the change as it seems.

Contact Troy Hyde at 641-792-3121 ext. 6536 or thyde@newtondailynews.com

Browns sign Demario Davis CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns have finally jumped into the free agency pool with both cleats.

After letting four starters leave and sign with new teams last week, Cleveland added its first notable player of the offseason by signing inside linebacker Demario Davis to a two-year contract.

Davis made 51 starts over the past four seasons with the New York Jets, who selected him in the third round in 2012. The 6-foot-2, 240-pound Davis will likely start for the Browns alongside veteran Karlos Dansby.

Chris Kirksey, too, gives the Browns depth in their inside linebacker core.

Cleveland also signed linebacker Justin Tuggle last week.

Davis visited the Browns on Tuesday. They’re hoping he can help fix one of the NFL’s worst rushing

defenses.

Davis started every game the past three seasons for the Jets, but he shared playing time last season when he finished with 90 tackles and two sacks. He recorded more than 100 tackles in 2013 and 2014.

The Browns are likely to lose linebacker Craig Robertson, who is also one of their best special teams players, and Davis can help fill that void.

In Cleveland, Davis will be reunited with new Browns linebackers coach Ryan Slowik, who spent last season with the Jets.

“I played for some great defensive minds,” Davis said. “I played with a lot of great players. Just everything I’ve been able to learn over the four years is going to help me as I enter into the next chapter of my career.”

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THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JUSTIN ALAN ROBUCK, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036825 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Justin Alan Robuck, Deceased, who died on or about January 26, 2016: You are hereby notified that on the 3rd day of March, 2016, the undersigned was appointed administrator of the 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 months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 22nd day of February, 2016 Joseph Robuck Administrator of the Estate 2606 51st St. Des Moines, IA 50310 Address John E. Billingsley, ICIS PIN No: AT0000951 Attorney for the Administrator Walker, Billingsley & Bair 208 N 2nd Ave. W Newton, IA 50208 Address Date of second publication 17th day of March, 2016 Probate Code Section 230 March 10 & 17

NEWTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Paid Bills - February 1-29, 2016 VENDOR DESC AMOUNT A MOMENTUS GROUP INC S.................................$10,000.00 A-1 LOCK R......................................$147.50 ABEL, BRYANT SE...................................$100.00 ACADEMIC THERAPY PUBLICATIONS S........................................$30.00 ACP DIRECT S......................................$110.70 AHLERS & COONEY PC SE...................................$574.00 AIDS FOUNDATION OF CHICAGO SE.....................................$70.00 AJ ALLEN MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC SE................................$5,063.69 ALLENDER BUTZKE ENGINEERS INC SE...................................$571.64 ALLIANT UTILITIES INC U.................................$35,692.95 ALONS, JASON SE...................................$200.00 AMAZON S...................................$1,407.23 AMERICAN BUSINESS PHONES S...................................$6,035.00 AMERICAN CHORAL DIRECTORS ASSN S........................................$98.00 AMES COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$4,664.80 ANKENY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T.................................$17,419.61 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES SE...................................$113.32 ATLANTIC BOTTLING COMPANY S...................................$2,223.12 AUDITOR OF STATE SE...................................$850.00 BARRICK, LAUREN SE.....................................$61.92 BARTELLO, JOHN SE...................................$190.00 BARTELLO, THOMAS SE.....................................$40.00 BECKMAN GALLERY SE...................................$333.90 BENNETT, MELISSA SE.....................................$50.50 BERGER, SALLY SE.....................................$82.00 BETTENDORF COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T......................................$125.00 BETTER BINDING SERVICE SE...................................$204.00 BIO CORPORATION S........................................$80.38 BLACK HILLS ENERGY U.................................$30,732.65 BLATCHFORD, LESA SE.....................................$49.00 BOEL, ERIC SE...................................$225.00 CH MCGUINESS CO INC S/R..................................$269.00 CALLAGHAN, ROBERT SE.....................................$40.00 CAM COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T.................................$11,140.50 CENGAGE LEARNING S......................................$280.00 CENTRAL COLLEGE S......................................$340.00 CENTRAL IOWA CHAPTER APA SE.....................................$24.00 CERTIFIED LABORATORIES SE...................................$187.63 CHEMSEARCH S......................................$185.30 CITY OF NEWTON LANDFILL U........................................$14.04 CITY OF NEWTON WATERWORKS U...................................$3,611.73 CLAIM AID CONSULTING CORP SE................................$1,013.40 CLAYTON RIDGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$4,774.50 CO-LINE WELDING INC SE...................................$350.00 COLFAX-MINGO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T.................................$15,915.00 COLLEEN'S DREAM SE................................$5,000.00 COMMUNICATION INNOVATORS S......................................$888.40 COMPANION CORPORATION S...................................$1,994.00 COMPUTER INFORMATION CONCEPTS S...................................$2,160.00 CONTINENTAL RESEARCH CORP S......................................$211.00 COUNCIL BLUFFS COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$5,484.22 CRAWFORD, CHRIS SE...................................$100.00 CRAZY REDHEAD QUILTING LLC S......................................$414.91 CREECHER FEATURE INC SE.....................................$39.59 CROSON, CRISTY SE.....................................$40.00 CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER CO S........................................$32.00 CYNMAR LLC S......................................$917.58 DAN'S SANDWICH SOP SE.....................................$53.00 DANIELS, AARON SE...................................$190.00 DAVIS, ERIK SE.....................................$40.00 DAVIS, GREG SE.....................................$80.00

LAKEMARY CENTER INC T...................................$1,100.00 LAKESHORE E........................................$99.77 LANGSTRAAT, STEPHANIE SE.....................................$40.00 LASER RESOURCES E...................................$1,237.12 LAUTERBACH BUICK PONTIAC SE.....................................$36.63 LAWLER, MIKE SE...................................$100.00 LEARNING A-Z S......................................$109.95 LEARNING ZONE EXPRESS S........................................$58.90 LENGELING, LAURA SE.....................................$19.44 LUCAS, DAWN SE.......................................$8.82 LUETJE, ANDREA SE.....................................$13.41 LYNNVILLE-SULLY COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T.................................$14,800.50 LYON, JAMES SE...................................$100.00 MAHASKA BOTTLING CO S......................................$169.18 MARTIN BROS DIST CO S.................................$44,436.83 MATCO TOOLS S........................................$66.15 MATTHEW SHEPARD FOUNDATION SE...................................$275.00 MATTINGLY MUSIC STORE S/R..................................$104.85 MCCOMBS, JAMES SE...................................$100.00 MCMASTER-CARR S......................................$165.47 MIDWEST BUS PARTS INC S......................................$632.43 MIDWEST COMPUTER PRODUCTS INC S...................................$2,793.00 MILLS, HAROLD SE.....................................$76.95 MOORE MEDICAL LLC S/R..................................$100.33 MOORE, AMY SE...................................$650.00 NAPA AUTO PARTS S/R..................................$435.46 NASCO S...................................$2,483.21 NATIONAL ART EDUCATION ASSN SE...................................$204.00 NESWOLD, ROBERT SE...................................$100.00 NEW HORIZONS OF DES MOINES S...................................$2,000.00 NEWS PRINTING CO SE...................................$464.10 NEWTON COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT SE................................$1,161.64 NEWTON DEVELOPMENT CORP SE................................$1,600.00 O'HALLORAN INTERNATIONAL INC S/R..................................$450.33 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORES INC S/R..................................$345.98 OLIVER & ANDY'S BOOK CO INC S......................................$940.80 ORIENTAL TRADING CO INC S......................................$260.95 OSTERHAUS, TIM SE...................................$100.00 OVERDRIVE INC S...................................$1,000.00 PARTLOW, NICOLE SE.....................................$28.40 PC & MAC EXCHANGE E...................................$6,245.00 PCM COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$9,820.26 PENNING, RYAN SE...................................$200.00 PETERS, WILLIAM SE.....................................$40.00 PLUMBMASTER INC S......................................$586.29 PRESTO-X LLC U......................................$436.30 PRIMEX WIRELESS INC S......................................$366.00 QUILL CORP E......................................$133.42 RAPIDS S......................................$539.36 READ NATURALLY S...................................$3,113.83 REALLY GOOD STUFF INC S........................................$88.83 REINHART INST FOODS INC S...................................$7,279.46 RITTMAN, DAVE SE...................................$100.00 ROBERTS, MATTHEW SE...................................$100.00 ROSS, TINA SE.....................................$40.00 S & S WORLDWIDE INC S........................................$61.23 SCHOLASTIC INC S......................................$682.00 SCHOOL BUS SALES E......................................$120.00 SCHOOL SPECIALITY INC E......................................$532.30 SCHUSTER, TODD SE.....................................$40.00 SELOVER, LAURA SE.....................................$40.00 SHARP, LISA SE.....................................$40.00 SHOCKEY, SARA SE.....................................$75.64 SILVERADO JEWELRY S......................................$150.00 SLOAN, DANIEL SE.....................................$40.00 SMITHS QUALITY RENTAL INC SE.....................................$15.73 SOULE, DARCY SE.....................................$26.03 SOUTH SKUNK BLUES SOCIETY SE...................................$150.00 SOUTHEAST POLK COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$1,591.50 SPAHN & ROSE LUMBER S/R....................................$95.94 SPORT SUPPLY GROUP INC S......................................$498.79 STAMMEYER, TINA SE.....................................$15.00 STAPLES ADVANTAGE S......................................$283.60 STATE STEEL OF DES MOINES S......................................$111.60 SUPPLY WORKS S...................................$1,352.32 SVOBODA, SHANE SE...................................$100.00 SWANK, DEBBIE SE.....................................$55.62 TEACHER SYNERGY INC S........................................$49.00 TEACHER'S DISCOVERY S......................................$306.43 TEACHING STRATEGIES INC S........................................$78.34 TERPSTRA, JEREMY SE.....................................$80.00 THOMAS BUS SALES OF IOWA E......................................$564.05 TOENJES, CONNIE SE...................................$568.80 TRACK WRESTLING S........................................$75.00 TRESONA MULTIMEDIA LLC S......................................$155.00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the Newton Community School District will meet at the Emerson Hough Educational Center, located at 700 N 4th Ave E, Newton, Iowa, 50208 on March 28 at 6:45 p.m. for a hearing on the proposed 2016-2017 school calendar and for action upon the calendar.

Given by order of the Board of Directors of the Newton Community School District this 14th day of March, 2016.

Gayle Isaac, Board Secretary Newton Community School District March 17 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources plans to conduct prescribed burns this spring in your area. Prescribed burn units are typically burned every one to five years and vary in size from 10 to 1,000 acres or more.

Prescribed burns are used to improve wildlife habitat, control invasive plant species, restore and maintain native plant communities and reduce wildfire potential. Ground nesting birds such as pheasants, mallards, bobolinks, dickcissels and many others will benefit from habitat improved with periodic prescribed fire. Most prescribed burns will take place between the months of March and May. Burns will be conducted on a day that meets the objectives and weather prescription defined in the burn plan.

Locally, burns will occur throughout 4 of the counties managed by the IDNR Red Rock Wildlife Unit. This will include burns in Marion, Polk, Warren, and Jasper counties. Wildlife Management Areas (WMA's) scheduled to burn include: Banner Flats in Warren County, South River in Warren County, Hunts WRP in Warren County, Colfax in Jasper County, and Chichaqua in Polk County. If you have any questions or concerns about the prescribed burn in your area you can contact DNR Wildlife Technician Casey Trine at 515-238-5835.

March 10 & 17

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PERSONAL

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Meets Sunday, Wednesday and Friday 7:00 PM in Basement of St. Stephan's Episcopal Church

SERVICE DIRECTORY BICYCLE

Southwest

ITEMS FOR Sale/Garage Sale Lots of $1 Items Sat., March 19th 9am-Noon 206 S. 15th Ave. W. Call 641-792-3612 Portable bar $25, 6ft high bakers rack $25, storage chest $10, patio table w/4 chairs and umbrella $25, box fan $5, old style exercise bike $5, pool table bar light (old) $10, small refrigerator $100, oak desk and chair $50, 3 hall trees $10 each, carpet remnants-various sizes $5 each, shelving, various sizes $1 each, wooden 5 ft step ladder $10, utility trailer $50, lawn tractor trailer $25.

CLEANING

MOVING SALE EVERYTHING MUST GO! Sat., Mar. 19: 8:30am-5pm Dining Room set, reclining chairs, couch, love seat, kitchen set, art frames, large easel, collectibles, womens clothing, purses, jewelry, shoes. Too many items to list.

1140C W. 18th St. S. TREASURE FINDERS Tag Sale Macy and Warren Jontz 820 W. 12th Street S. Newton, IA Saturday, March 19 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Henredon sofa, love seat, chair * leather recliner * 2 recliners * Drexel Heritage game table and 4 chairs * cherry finish dining table and 4 chairs * glass top wine rack table * glass top brass coffee table * drop leaf coffee table * flat screen entertainment center * 2 shelf bookcase * Karastan area rug, other area rugs * king size bed * wicker dresser and side chair * small electronics * side by side refrigerator * upright freezer * microwave * card table and 4 chairs * folding chairs * 2 drawer file cabinets * paper shredder * luggage * Royal upright vacuum * Hoover carpet cleaner * golf clubs * DP tread mill * step ladders * coolers * Flexible Flyer sled * bikes * wet dry vac * car waxer * Skelgas metal equipment cabinet * hand and garden tools * mechanics tools * heavy duty battery charger * cordless weed eater * 2 low rise toilets * lawn chairs * patio table and 4 chairs.

Please bring your own help to move furniture. No entry numbers handed out for this sale.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LEAKY ROOF, Missing Shingles???

Flat roof repair & coating.

Chimney repair & removal.

Soffit & fascia repair & cover.

General Repairs

INSULATION

Attic & side walls.

Attic fans & ventilation Leaf Proof Gutter Covers,

Gutter cleaning.

Call 641-792-6375 JEWELRY

More information and pics online @

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LOST & FOUND

FOUND: PET WANDER Hammock in case on 1st Ave W by the laundry mat, if yours, please contact 641-792-7506

MISSING SINCE 2/4/16 Female mini aussie “Bailey” 9 yrs old, 15” tall Red merle, blue eyes Missing from NW Newton, IA. Contact Dennis or Carol Kaisand 641-521-6771 CONVERT useful but no-longer-needed items into extra-spending money with a lowcost Classified Ad. 792-3121.

LAWN CARE

PAINTING

HORNING'S PAINTING: Interior & exterior painting Drywall Repair & Texturing Free Estimates 641-791-9662

Help Wanted: NuMark Building Corporation, a post-frame construction company, is seeking full-time personnel to join our team.

This position would serve as a member of our wood/post frame construction crew.

Post frame, steel frame, or general construction experience preferred.

This position is based out of Pella, IA but would travel throughout central Iowa and would include fabrication work.

This position is full time, hourly rate, with overtime. Typical work week is 45 hours. We also offer benefits such as vacation, health insurance and 401(k).

If interested, please visit our website at www.NuMarkbuildings.com to print and fill out an application or visit our office at 1108 Franklin St., Pella • 641-628-2260

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For More Information, call (641)792-3121 x 6542.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS

The Newton Daily News recommends that you investigate every phase of investment opportunities. We suggest you consult your own attorney or ask for a free pamphlet and advice from the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division. Hoover Building, Des Moines, IA 50319. 515-281-5926.

WANTED

RIDING LAWNMOWERS, push lawnmowers & snowblowers or garden tillers.

792-2416.

WANTED: FARM toy tractors, trucks, implements, farm related advertising items and Lego's. 641-526-3050 or 641-521-1448.

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BACKYARD ADVENTURES 3 swing playset w/ 2 level playhouse and climbing wall Free w/ disassembly and haul away. No warranties, no guarantees. Must call to arrange 641-275-3519.

FREE 32” Old Style TV, excellent picture, perfect for gaming.

2 BEDROOM Apartment.

Stove, refrigerator and water furnished. Laundry Facilities. References and deposit.

641-792-3449.

SPACIOUS 2 bedroom apartment in Colfax. Newly updated. $565 per month.

Onsite laundry. Pets allowed with additional deposit with $25 monthly fee.

For more information, please call 515-205-1415.

13th Month Free 1 Bedroom Apartments Starting $425 2 Bedroom Apartments Starting at $440 Houses Starting at $450 Easy Keep Management 641-792-3443

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PRODUCTION

Would you like to join a innovative company? Are you dependable, quality conscious and in need of a challenge? JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell is now accepting applications for 1st and 3rd shift production positions.

We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: • Competitive wages • Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) • 401(k) • Off shift wage differential • Employee discounts In order to ensure a safe working environment, a pre-employment drug screen is required. If you are interested in joining the JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell production team, please apply in person between the hours of 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (South side of street)

6” SILVER plated bowl $8., 4 ladies non-working Quartz watches with bands $15., 1973 Kaleidoscope $15., men's Wrangler stretch jeans, 38x32 $15 pr. Or 2 @ $25., 3 star shape clear glass candle holders $4., divided Pyrex oval bowl, green design $8., 1950's Kenmore portable hair dryer in original box, works $20., bar-bq set in carry case $10.

641-275-7600.

NEAR NEW Nike Air Jordans mens 10.5, black & red, worn 5 times. $50. 2 Scotts fertilizer/grass spreaders $10. each. Old metal Igloo cooler, would be a ornate flower pot. $20.

Old metal wheelbarrow for decoration in flower garden. $25. 641792-4664.

WEBER CHARCOAL grill, black, excellent condition, only $29. 641-521-4074 AUTOMOTIVE

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1 & 2 & 3 BDRM apartments: heat, water, stove, refrigerator, drapes all included. Off-street parking.

641-792-4000.

1 BEDROOM ground floor apartment, stove, refrigerator, garage option $355.

References required 641792-4388 1&2 BR apts in Newton and Grinnell.

2&3 BR apts in Baxter.

Rent based on income Onsite laundry. No pets 877-932-1132 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer Equal Housing Opportunity. Handicap accessible www.tlpropertiesiowa.com

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JOHN DEERE riding mower, excellent condition, new belt, idler pulley, muffler. Only $799. 641521-4074.

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TWO BEDROOM house in NW Newton, carport, storage shed, some appliances. No pets. No smoking $625/month. Deposit $725. 641-792-1732 Available April 1st.

Why not live downtown in the Midtown Building which is close to everything? Rent starting at $435 w/ EB discount.

All utilities included 641-792-1400 FOR SALE

CEDAR PARK Bench 1 yr old text or call 515-4901164 MAYTAG'S RECOGNITION program 1934 Ford Street Rod in box $40.

1930's Philco floor model radio, walnut finish, works $140., 4 steak knives, new in wooden box, German made $10., new wood bird house, 9” tall x 8” wide $8., Roseville Cornucopia's 8” & 6” blue Freesia design $85. each, Pabst beer tapper $10. 792-8017.

1956 PREMIER Lincoln 4 door car. Body and interior excellent, motor runs, auto transmission, air, stored, been garaged for 25 years.

Can be seen in Newton.

Call 715-891-1500 or 970290-9135. $4,000. or best offer!

1984 PRAIRIE Schooner 5th wheel camping trailer, 32 feet, good tires, needs work, used once. $1,200.

792-4334.

1997 FORD Conversion Van. Heavy ½ ton, great for towing. New front end and front tires. Runs great. $2400. 515-778-2792

every other weekend 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. On the job training.

• RN - Part Time every other weekend, day shift • Housekeeping - Part Time 2 part time openings every other weekend. Will work 4 days one week and 3 days the next week - 4 hour shifts

Consider joining a great team as we continue our mission of commitment to compassion, excellence and innovation!

We offer a competitive wage and complete benefit package.

Apply online or send resume to: Newton Village Health Care Center 110 N. 5th Ave W., Newton, IA 50208 rdaniels@elimcare.org www.elimcare.org Elim Care is an EEO/AA Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status *Drug Free Workplace

110 N 5th Ave W Newton, IA 50208

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2001 SILVERADO 2500 HD Ext cab 4dr. 10 ply tires. Allison auto trans. HD hitch New plates $6000 obo 641-792-8564

2006 CADILLAC DTS 127,000 miles-excellent condition $6,000 OBO 7924269 2011 FORD Ranger, 24k miles, extended cab, 2WD. Call for more information.

641-792-0860

DAEWOO-DD802L DOZER $20,000. 641-792-4332

2005 CHEVY Silverado, extended cab, 4 door, 86 thousand miles, runs & drives perfect $7,250.00.

(515) 729-8024.

Now Hiring!

• Plumbers & Helpers • New Construction & Service

Spring SPECIAL

Sign a 13 month lease and receive $500.00 credit off your 1st months rent on selected units! Ground Floor Apartments Available!

510 E. 17th St S. Newton, IA Next to Hy-Vee Accepting Dogs and Cats with Terms

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WALNUT CREEK APARTMENTS

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641-990-7938 515-291-2846

99 SUPER Duty Ford diesel pick up. 138,000 actual miles, dually single cab. A1 condition. No rust $8000 obo 641-831-3821

• Care Attendant - PRN

820 Industrial Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa 50112 Equal Opportunity Employer

1999 ARCTIC Cat 4wheeler ATV, like new, runs great! $1950. 641831-3821. No calls after 8 pm.

2002 GRAY, extended cab Chevy Silverado. Fully loaded with towing package, leather, heated seats, automatic seats, mirrors, etc. 207k miles and some very minor dents/scratches. Engine runs perfect.

Recently fully detailed and new battery. $7,000 OBO. Contact Cody if interested at 515-681-1373

RENTALS

We are currently accepting applications for employees who enjoy interacting and caring for seniors in a Christian based environment

Interior Doors-Grinnell

1983 HONDA VF1100C V65 Magna motorcycle.

Very fast. 116 horsepower. ¼ mile in less than 11 seconds. 6 speed (5 speed plus overdrive) transmission. Water cooled. Shaft drive. 14,400+ one owner miles. Owner's manual, Honda repair manual included. Spare new rear tire and spare new seat cover included. Very good condition and very well maintained. Ready to cruise.

Asking $2695. 641 521 5809.

Great things are happening at TPI! and we want YOU to be a part of a growing, global company in the renewable energy industry!

Since 1968, TPI Composites, Inc. has delivered cutting edge composite technology that has been pivotal in the development of large scale composite structures for the wind energy, transportation, and military markets.

TPI Composites in Newton, IA is looking for qualified candidates for various positions: Manufacturing Associates Human Resources Generalist Safety Coordinator Manufacturing Associate candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.

Manufacturing Associates hourly pay will be between $12.00 - $18.00 per hour.

At TPI, we place a large focus on team work, integrity, and flexibility within a positive work environment.

APPLY ONLINE:

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time!

The weather’s warming, the sun’s shining and it’s the perfect time to gather up all those items taking up space in your garage, attic and basement, and sell them for cash at your garage sale.

Run your money-making garage sale ad in the Newton Daily News Classifieds and take advantage of these great deals! $15.00 - 1 or 2 days in the Newton Daily News $21.00 - 3 days in the Newton Daily News $20.00 - 1 time in the Jasper County Advertiser $30.50 - 1 or 2 days in the Newton Daily News and 1 time in the Jasper County Advertiser $35.00 - 3 days in the Newton Daily News and 1 time in the Jasper County Advertiser Deadline for garage sale ads are at Noon Friday.

All ads are pre-paid. We accept cash, check, Visa or Mastercard.

Two Garage Sale signs absolutely FREE!

Don’t forget! A number of our rural readers receive the Newton Daily News & Jasper County Advertiser the day after publication.

Plan ahead and run your ad a day early to allow these readers to see your ad in time to shop your sale.

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is looking for a part-time Lineman.

Apply in person at 2901 Rusty Wallace Drive Newton Municipal Airport

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Tobacco use is not allowed on any of our properties. Payroll direct deposit is required.

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820 Industrial Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa 50112 Equal Opportunity Employer

403 West 4th St N. Newton, IA

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JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell is now accepting applications for highly motivated individuals for Maintenance Technician positions to work third shift, 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Must be willing and able to work overtime when required including Saturday.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Perform preventative maintenance • Trouble shoot • Small projects • Light grounds work • Small tool repair • Participate in maintenance team projects Requirements will include: • High School diploma or its equivalent is required; a two year technical degree is preferred.

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, power systems, PLCs, welding, three phase and DC motors, and paint systems is helpful.

• Working at elevation is sometimes required.

JELD-WEN offers a competitive wage and benefits package. Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to evanersvelde@jeld-wen. com or apply in person at 820 Industrial Avenue, Grinnell Iowa (South side of street) between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: offerupthetofollowing to our full-time employees: •We Wages $14.16/hrbenefits for general entry level positions Wages up to $14.16/hr for general entry level positions ••Advancement opportunities to higher skilled positions Advancement opportunities ••2nd and 3rd shift premium payto higher skilled positions 2nd and 3rd shift premium pay ••Employee discounts EmployeeBenefits discounts ••Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) ••401(k) Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

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