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Mangrich named among ‘100 Great Iowa Nurses’

OBITUARIES Beulah Morgan, 85 Leland Smith, 83 Connie D. (Clark) Altemeier, 66 Evelyn JoAnne Phelps, 77 Troy Peterson, 47 Lori Jo Lureman, 56 Mike G. Wilson, 65

By Stephanie Alexander Special to the Daily News Skiff Medical Center is proud to announce that chemotherapy nurse Veronica Mangrich was recently named to the list of 100 Great Iowa Nurses for 2014. Mangrich has been employed at Skiff since 1987 and currently works in the

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Skiff Cancer Clinic.

Mangrich touches the lives of the many oncology patients she serves and, given her decidedly modest nature, it would likely surprise very few of them that she acknowledges the award with great humility.

“I was absolutely floored when I learned I’d been selected,” Man-

grich said. “I’ve only ever personally known two other nurses who’ve received this designation, so I didn’t think it would be given to a regular nurse like me.”

Mangrich may use a word like “regular” to describe herself, but that NURSE See Page 5A

Wind energy tax credit in committee bill

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Lawmakers originally agreed to rebate the 5 percent state sales tax through 2016 with an expected $12.5 million benefit, when the track first opened in 2006.

The racetrack has recouped $3.5 million so far and the new law, effective upon enactment, ensures the remaining $9 million tax benefit through 2026.

“The tax benefit is going to allow us to do more with the Iowa Speedway fan experience overall,” Small said.

“It will allow us to develop plans for the next 10 to 13

Thursday, the U.S. Senate Finance Committee approved a incentive tax “extender” bill, which includes incentives for renewable energy. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) said the bill included a renewal of the wind energy production tax credit that had previously been removed.

“Renewable energy supports thousands of jobs and generates billions of dollars in investment across the country,” Grassley said. “Public policy continues to help renewable energy develop and generate electricity and fuel from natural resources.

It’s good news for the economy and for energy diversity to restore these provisions.”

The package also includes biodiesel provisions; both incentives expired in January.

The committee chairman, Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), and Ranking Member Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) included the biodiesel provision in their initial proposed bipartisan package, but excluded wind energy provisions. Grassley led a successful bipartisan effort to amend the bill to include the wind provisions.

His amendment reflects the law before it lapsed and extends it for two years. Qualified parties may take either the production tax credit or the invest-

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Zach Johnson/Daily News Iowa Speedway President Jimmy Small discussed the impact of Senate File 4321 with Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds during the town hall meeting last Wednesday.

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nouncements, but we’re full speed ahead till the green flag drops on the first race of the season.”

On Wednesday, Small was in attendance for the signing of Senate File 4321 during the town hall meeting held at Newton Manufacturing.

Small stated how the signing of the file is key to develop the already “iconic feature and venue” in Iowa.

“NASCAR and Iowa Speedway have a vision to transform Iowa Speedway into a much more popular entertainment and racing destination as well as a much more powerful economic engine for the state,” Small said during the town hall meet-

Aktion Club hosts regional conference

By Kate Malott Daily News Staff Writer

The Jasper County Board of Supervisors will take assessment of an independent auditor’s report on the Central Iowa Juvenile Detention Center at Tuesday’s meeting.

Supervisor Dennis Stevenson is Jasper County’s representative on the board for CIJDC, which is located in

On Saturday, Newton Kiwanis’ Aktion Club hosted the annual division mid-year conference that included leadership training, round table discussions and presentations.

Eight regional Aktion Clubs from Ames, Iowa City, Marshalltown, Chariton, Ottumwa and Jefferson attended the conference at the First Presbyterian Church.

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In 40 days, the engines will roar a powerful sound throughout Iowa Speedway, igniting a rush through the fans to kick off the 2014 racing season. The Iowa Speedway is the “fastest track on the planet,” but the 2014 season will be about more than just racing.

“Iowa Speedway will always be about racing, but NASCAR plans to bring in a new era of racing and fan experience using the Speedway,” Iowa Speedway President Jimmy Small said.

“We’re still quite a ways out to make any official an-

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NHS report cards issued today

Third term report cards were issued to Newton Senior High School students today.

Kellogg Blood Drive at Fire Hall Tuesday The Kellogg Blood Drive scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 8 will be moved to the parking area of the Kellogg Fire Hall.

Donors should report inside the City Chambers office for registration prior to entering the Mobile Unit.

Noon Kiwanis meet Wednesday

The Newton Noon Kiwanis will meet from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, at St Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N., in Newton, for lunch and a program by the Newton Senior High School Speech Team. Cara Schwarz is the faculty sponsor Anyone interested in the program or in learning more about Kiwanis is welcome to be a guest for lunch.

For more information or to make your reservation for lunch, call Carol Jones at (641) 521-1747. Visit www.newtonkiwanis.org to learn more about the service club.

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Obituary Mike G. Wilson April 3, 2014 Mike G. Wilson, 65, of Grinnell died Thursday, April 3, 2014, at Grinnell Regional Medical Center.

A funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 8 at the Smith Funeral Home in Grinnell with Rev. Kathryn Roys, pastor of the St John’s Lutheran Church, officiating.

Pallbearers will be Ray Hunter, Lance Wilson, Dave Hobbs, Dennis Thompson, Kyle Smith and Brody Thomas.

Honorary bearers are Dan Utech, Greg Munson and Steve Pickens.

Interment will be in Hazelwood Cemetery in Grinnell. Visitation will be held from 1 to 7 p.m.

Monday at the Smith Funeral Home and the family will greet friends

from 5 to 7 p.m.

Memorials may be designated to Grinnell Regional Hospice, mailed in care of the Smith Funeral Home, PO Box 368, Grinnell, IA 50112. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.smithfh.com.

Michael George Wilson was born the son of Georgie Martin Wilson and Maxine Florence (Deppe) Wilson on Nov. 4, 1948, in Grinnell.

He was raised in Grin-

NPD completes March seatbelt survey Special to the Daily News

SSMID to meet Wednesday evening Newton Downtown SSMID will meet at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 10 at the Newton Public Works Building, 1700 N. Fourth Ave. W.

JC Democrats to meet The Jasper County Democratic Central Committee will have a central committee meeting at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, April 10 in the Garden Room at Park Centre in Newton.

The Newton Police Department recently conducted a seatbelt usage survey that showed strong results by motorists in the community.

The police department conducted the survey on March 17 by recording seatbelt usage on First Avenue East during daytime hours. The survey was taken on both the vehicle driver and their passengers.

Overall, the survey found 90 percent of motorists and passengers properly wearing their seatbelts.

“The Newton Police Department would like to remind motorists to buckle up, slow down and obey all traffic laws,” Newton Police Chief Jeff Hoebelheinrich said.

Primary funding for the project was provided by the Iowa Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau.

nell and graduated from Grinnell High School with the class of 1968.

He was united in marriage to Teri Renna Badger on Oct. 20, 1979, in Grinnell. The couple was blessed with two children, Carmon and Summer. They began their married lives living in Kellogg, for a short time and then moved to Grinnell.

Mike was a long-time employee of 38 years at Midwest Manufacturing in Kellogg.

Mike was a family man. He loved taking his family on camping trips, going on vacations, attending Iowa State Cyclone football games, and playing catch in the backyard. The holidays, especially Christmas, were very special to him. His enjoyments included golfing, watching Iowa State football

and basketball, telling stories, spending time with his grandchildren, and riding them around on his tractor. He will be remembered for his kind, fun-loving, generous way.

Mike is survived by his wife of 34 years, Teri Wilson of Grinnell; son, Carmon (Marcie) Wilson of Ames; daughter, Summer (Tony Laurent) Wilson of Coralville; grandchildren Jaden, Avery, Elise and Kyler; his mother Maxine Wilson of Grinnell; siblings, Dennis (Becky) Wilson of Grinnell, Ronda Wilson of Grinnell, and Jodi (Bruce) Potter of Grinnell; and nieces and nephews, Andrea Smith, Kerrie Davis, Curt Wilson, Chris Wilson, Brian Wilson, Josh Potter and Katie Revell. He was preceded in death by his father.

JS Sim Angus joins American Angus Assoc.

JS Sim Angus of Prairie City is a new member of the American Angus Association, the national breed organization headquartered in Saint Joseph, Mo. The American Angus Association, with more than 24,000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef breed association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed information on more than 17 million registered Angus.

The association records ancestral information, keeps production records on individual animals, and develops industry-leading selection tools for its members. These programs and services help members select and mate the best animals in their herds to produce quality genetics for the beef cattle industry and quality beef for consumers.

Branstad says state made no payments for silence Happy 90th Birthday

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Johnston Love from your family

DES MOINES (AP) — Gov. Terry Branstad is standing firm in support of the director of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services, who says no money was offered to former workers for silence about their dismissals.

Branstad, at his weekly news conference Monday, says he be-

lieves Mike Carroll when he says no money was offered to keep settlement agreements confidential.

At least two state workers have testified they were offered additional cash to remain silent about their dismissals in 2011. Carroll told a joint legislative Government Oversight Committee last

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week that no money was offered.

Branstad says he believes Carroll that no state agencies offered money for silence. He says the workers are disgruntled former state employees.

Branstad in an executive order signed last month prohibited future confidentiality clauses in settlement agreements.

Class of 1969 (45 year class reunion) The time has come to celebrate and we hope you are able to come and enjoy the events of the weekend in Newton.

Our dinner and event Saturday night will be downtown in the lower level of the Elks Club located at 111 E. 2nd St. S. It starts at 6:30 p.m. and is priced at $15 per person. We will have a class photograph taken that you will pay the photographer for separately depending upon your order.

Looking forward to a big turnout this year.

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Obituaries

Evelyn JoAnne Phelps

from the Newton Senior High school with the class of 1954. She was employed for fifteen years at Midtown

Café as their baker.

Those left to honor Evelyn’s memory include her daughters, Becky (Chuck) Wennihan of Newton, Linda Smith of Newton and Sherry Dodd of Newton; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and her brother, Paul Hanke of Kirksville, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Ethel (McAninch) Hanke; and a daughter, Cathrine Kay Dodd.

1957, in Marengo. She grew up in Grinnell and graduated from Grinnell High School in 1975. She attended Iowa State University and the University of Northern Iowa.

Lori was united in marriage with Glenn Lureman on Oct. 24, 1981, in Grinnell. They made their home in Newton. She worked for the telephone industry for many years, most recently as a sales

order coordinator for Windstream. Lori loved her family, friends and her dogs. She enjoyed spending time at the lake, gardening and attending hockey games.

Those left to honor Lori’s memory are her husband, Glenn Lureman of Newton; daughter, Tandace Lureman of Dallas, Texas; stepmother, Sandy Everist of Lynnville; sister Sherry Bowers of Des Moines; step-brothers, Todd (Angie) Van Wyk of Lynnville and Troy Van Wyk of Lynnville; step-sister, Tara (Travis) Carrico of New Sharon; niece, Marcie (Chris) Hasty of Johnston; her mother-in-law, Glenis Lureman-Nunn of Urbandale; and the entire Lureman family. She was preceded in death by her parents.

mates, who called him PetesKow. He had been a client of Progress Industries in Newton and had lived in other facilities throughout the state of Iowa. Troy was very involved with the Newton Kart Klub with his dad, Ed, had played drums starting in junior high, and was a member of the KISS Army.

Troy enjoyed going to many concerts and in addition to KISS was a huge Ozzy fan. He was

also a lifelong Doug Wolfgang fan. Troy always had a walkman and many CD’s with him and loved listening to old rock and roll music. He was loved by many people and enjoyed making new friends.

Troy is survived by his mother, Dixie Peterson of Newton; brothers, Corey Peterson of Newton, Kelly Peterson of Texas, and Kurtis Peterson of Newton; his two nephews, Josh (Melissa) Peterson of Newton and Christopher (Elizabeth) Johnson of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and his great-nieces and nephews; and his aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father, Ed Peterson in 2005, and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

April 6, 2014 Evelyn JoAnne Phelps, 77, died Sunday, April 6, 2014, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton. A memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 9 at St. Luke United Methodist Church. The family will greet friends following the service.

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Lori Jo Lureman April 4, 2014 Lori Jo Lureman, 56, of Newton died Friday, April 4, 2014, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 9 at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, April 8, at the Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Jasper County Animal Rescue League or the John Stoddard Cancer Center may be left at the funeral home or the church the morning of the service.

Lori, the daughter of Tom and Barbara (Wilkinson) Everist, was born on July 31,

Troy Peterson April 4, 2014 Troy Peterson, 47, formerly of Newton, died Friday, April 4, 2014, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, April 11, at the Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory. The family will greet friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Progress Industries may be left at the funeral home.

Troy, the son of Edward and Dixie (Westercamp) Peterson, was born on May 24, 1966, in Newton.

Troy graduated in 1984, from Newton High School to a standing ovation from his class-

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Beulah E. Morgan April 4, 2014 Beulah E. Morgan, 85, of Newton died Friday, April 4, 2014, at her home at Park Centre. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., We d n e s day, April 9 at the Wa l l a c e F a m ily Funeral Home & Crematory in Newton, with visitation starting at 10 a.m. Memorials in Beulah’s name may be left at the funeral home.

Beulah, the daughter of George Elbert and Doris Mae (Lee) Clark, was born on Dec. 18, 1928, in Maryville.

She grew up in Hamilton but shortly after graduating high school, Beulah moved to Newton. On Feb. 28, 1953, Beulah was united in marriage with Wyles Morgan in Princeton, Mo. Living in Newton, she worked for the Maytag Company, and in the bakery at Stockton’s Super Value and Hy-Vee. In her free time, Beulah enjoyed playing bingo and various card games. She loved to bake and cook for her family and took over cooking responsibilities during the holidays. Beulah was also a breast cancer survivor.

Those left to honor Beulah’s memory are her daughter, Debbie (William) Lacy of Newton; her three grandchildren, Jennifer (Scott) Padgett of Newton, Angie Lacy of Newton, and Amber (Daniel) Oswalt of Newton; her seven great-grandchildren, Dalton, Dillon, Maddy, Tyler, Ethan, Jade and Brannen; her siblings, Norma Modlin of Newton, Roy ( Joanne) Clark of Bussey, and Richard Clark of Newton; and her many nieces and nephews including Jeanne Cron, Brad Modlin, Kyle and Kevin Clark. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wyles Morgan; daughter, Donna Morgan; and her many brothers and sisters.

Connie D. Clark Altemeier April 6, 2014 Connie D. (Clark) Altemeier, 66, of Newton died Sunday, April 6, 2014, at the Skiff Medical Center in Newton.

Services are pending at the Wallace Family Funeral Home & Crematory in Newton.

Leland E. Smith April 7, 2014 Leland E. Smith, 83, of Newton died Monday morning, April 7, 2014, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton.

Funeral services for Leland are pending. Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton have been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.pencefh.com.

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Medical cannabis for those in need Interesting that one of my last votes in the Iowa Senate would be to legalize medical cannabis oil for mostly children with a variety of medical problems.

Yet, the case has been made by the parents of many children who suffer daily, when research and established

By Dennis Black precedent from other states show Iowa Senate District 15 that cannabis oil, strictly controlled and when prescribed by a medical doctor, will not only save lives, but help in making some more bearable.

A prime example is those who suffer from epileptic seizures. A strain of cannabis oil has helped Australians with coping with their medical malfunctions.

Should we take the step in Iowa, and set aside that social stigma and adopt legislation that some claim is nothing other than the “camel’s nose under the tent?”

I would hope Iowans would understand that to allow marijuana for medical purposes has absolutely nothing to do with what the state of Colorado did by their legalizing the sale and use of marijuana.

Apples and oranges!

The legislature ends in about two weeks, and Thursday of last week we were advised that a “Leadership Bill” would most likely start in the Senate, and from all indications, the bill would pass for legalizing cannabis oil for medical situations.

Not that public polls should dictate what the legislative branch of government does, but the Des Moines Register’s poll of March 3, 2014, showed 59 percent of Iowans backed the legalizing of medical marijuana. That was a surprise to me, for I thought Iowans, with their generally more conservative views, would at least be split on the issue.

The poll showed 39 percent opposing, with the remainder indifferent.

That’s a landslide!

With a majority of both parties willing to support legislation to decriminalize medical cannabis oil, much can be based on the many hearings and testimony from parents who seek the treatment which can be lifesaving, is non-intoxicating, does not have to be grown in Iowa, and would be under the strict control of the Iowa Board of Pharmacy and under a doctor’s supervision.

As of this writing, 20 other states have legalized medical cannabis. The proposed Iowa law would allow Iowans to travel to those states where medical cannabis oil is produced, and bring it back to Iowa, where it could legally could be possessed and used for strictly medical purposes.

The legislation would prevent the criminal prosecution of Iowans for having and using a medicine which can save lives and cannot be used to get “high.” And, several of the most conservative states in the nation have already approved the model legislation being considered.

Although this is far from being a done deal, a step forward is being taken with a Democrat and Republican leadership bill.

Once introduced, it would have to go through the committee process, and if approved there, move to the floor of the respective chambers for consideration by both bodies. As always, it takes 26 votes in the Senate and 51 votes in the House to pass a bill.

Then, the legislation only becomes law if the governor signs it. The next two weeks will reveal where your state government stands on this issue.

••• During the session, call me at 515-2813371; write me at the Senate, Capitol Bldg., Des Moines, 50319; or e-mail dennis.black@ legis.iowa.gov I value your thoughts and opinions.

Dan Goetz Publisher Mandi Lamb Associate Editor

Letter to the Editor

The next generation of manhood To the editor: Our boys and young men are faced with many challenges today when defining what it means to be a man. While there are wonderful things about being a man, far too many of the characteristics hold our boys hostage while negatively impacting their ability to develop into healthy and respectful men. Today’s notions of manhood teach boys to be disinterested in the experiences of young women outside of sexual conquest. They teach boys to deny feelings of pain and hurt. They teach boys that asking for help is a sign of weakness and that anger is the only emotion they have permission to express. Our boys are challenged to not be soft, don’t be a punk, a sucker, too nice, too friendly, too gentle, too kind or loving. These lessons and challenges are the ingredients found in our society’s construction of manhood, but what are the consequences of building men with this

social recipe?

It’s vital that we as men envision the positive world we want for our daughters, granddaughters and girls that we love to grow up in. With this vision, we need to ask ourselves how we want to see our boys and young men behaving. The positive behavior we want for our boys and young men will not come about by chance, rather we as men have the responsibility to guide boys on their journey to manhood.

I know that our boys not only need guidance from men, they respond well to it. As men we have a responsibility to create an environment where boys and young men feel comfortable sharing their feelings, expressing their fears and most importantly asking for help. Such an environment will require us men to model what we teach, allowing ourselves to be vulnerable, sharing openly and demonstrating love and compassion. When boys and men learn love and respect, women and girls are valued and safe.

I remember asking a twelve-year-

old football player how he would feel if his coach told him in front of all the other players that you’re playing like a girl. When asking the question I thought the boy would say “I would be mad or sad,” but to my surprise his response was “it would destroy me.” Such a response leads me to question, what are we as men teaching our boys about girls?

Furthermore, what are we saying about what it means to be a girl?

Envision a football coach at the end of a practice surrounded by forty boys all on one knee looking up at him with undivided attention.

At that moment he’s more important than their mother, father and possibly anyone else in the world.

It leads me to wonder, what if at that moment we took time to talk about something other than football? What a wonderful time to have a conversation with our boys and young men about being men of integrity, substance, and character.

Tony Porter Co-Founder & Co-Director A Call To Men

Empty Nest

Visiting Dixon, Ill. Dixon, Ill., is the boyhood home of Ronald Reagan, and Lost Lake Radio. I’m sure you’ve heard of RR, but maybe not LLR. Lost Lake Radio is an internet radio station that carries podcasts on a variety of homey topics, includBy Curt Swarm ing my EmpGuest Columnist ty Nest column. There is no advertising, or membership fees.

It is the brainchild of four residents of Lost Lake and reminds me a lot of Garrison Keillor’s mythical, Lake Wobegon.

Except it’s real.

I had built sculptures for two Dixon, IL residents, and needed to deliver them. To my delight, it was arranged so that my visit would include a tour of Reagan’s boyhood home and Lost Lake Radio.

If you haven’t visited Ronald Reagan’s home in Dixon, like Lincoln’s home in Springfield, it’s a must. Off I-88, on the way to Chicago, Dixon has gone all out to showcase the country’s 40th president’s boyhood home.

Tidbits you’ll learn while touring Reagan’s home: as a lifeguard on the Rock River, he saved 77 lives. This has been verified with a plaque commemorating the accomplishment.

As a boy, he got in trouble for shooting off fireworks. A county sheriff stopped him and showed Ronnie his star-shaped badge. Ronnie smarted off and chided, “Twin-

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kle twinkle little star, tell me who do you think you are?”

Ronnie’s dad had to come to the jail and pay Ronnie’s fine — $14.85.

To put into perspective how much money that was, when the Reagans rent on their house was raised to $15 a month, they had to move. Ronnie got a job as a lifeguard to pay his father back.

Ronnie’s father, Jack, was a shoe salesman. Kids often went barefoot during the summer. If parents didn’t have enough money to buy shoes for their kids when school started, they knew they could buy shoes from Jack on time — a nickle a week.

Ronnie was a drum major for the YMCA band. One time, leading the band during a parade, Ronnie thought the band was sounding distant. He turned around to see that the band had turned, while he had continued straight.

He was also editor of the high school yearbook. It’s strange that he didn’t notice that he is listed as “Donald” instead of “Ronald.”

As president, upon visiting his restored childhood home in Dixon, Reagan pried up a loose tile in front of the fireplace, where, as a boy, he hid his pennies. They were still there.

When asked, ”How can an actor be president?” Reagan responded by asking, ”How can a President not be an actor?”

Lost Lake Radio: Nadine Portner had been thinking about a free internet radio station for some time. She wanted to call it Nadine’s Public Radio, but realized NPR was already taken.

She and her husband, Marty, got

together with two other Lost Lake residents, Bob Norris and Renae Rebechini (yes, they are married), and came up with Lost Lake Radio because, “Everyone has their own Lost Lake, since being at the lake is a state of mind.”

Lost Lake is an 80 acre, manmade lake, northeast of Dixon. There are about 350 homes surrounding the lake, making a small village. The foursome’s original goal with Lost Lake Radio was to have fun, and serve the Lost Lake residents.

As things will happen, through word-of-mouth and social media, Lost Lake Radio has exploded in popularity. They like to say it now serves the “Greater Lost Lake Area, i.e. the world.”

The station has about 150 daily listeners, with 100,000 hits per month. People listen from as far away as Germany and Croatia. Not bad for a free Internet radio station, with no advertising, that carries only positive stories.

Their goal is still to have fun and serve their listeners (no, they don’t need another day job). In the near future, they plan to add streaming.

So, if you’re on your way to Chicago via I-88, stop in at Dixon and tour Ronald Reagan’s boyhood home. Wherever you are, you can find Lost Lake Radio at www.lostlakeradio.com. It’s a state of mind.

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Supervisors Continued from Page 1A Eldora and provides its services to a number of counties within the central region of Iowa.

According the auditor’s report, CIJDC operating receipts decreased by $318,973 during the 2012-13 fiscal year compared to the

Aktion Cont. from Page 1A Aktion Club is a service organization sponsored by Kiwanis that strives to provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

The group itself works hard to run meetings, organize community activities and volunteer their time. The Newton Aktion Club is sponsored by Newton Noon and Golden K Kiwanis.

The club participates in fundraising events and service activies to help out in the community.

By raising money cleaning up after Thunder Nites or tip night at Pizza Ranch, for example, the group is able to give to food drives, area fireworks displays, Relay for

2011-12 fiscal year due to increased programming — the facility recently added an additional building capable of holding another 30 beds.

Overall, the facility had around $4.7 million total in operating receipts according to the report.

Operating disbursements increased to

Life, Shoes that Fit, Meals on Wheels, and fitness equipment for Progress Industries.

While at the conference, club members split into groups for round table discussions on topics like fundraising ideas, social events, club structure and interaction with sponsoring clubs.

“I liked the fact that we had so many clubs here and we were able to talk to other members and get some good ideas,” Newton Aktion Club secretary Tamara Lloyd said.

Fellow Newton Aktion Club member Matthew Northway agreed.

“It was interesting hearing all the different ideas from people and different groups, and it was fun to meet new people and make friends,” he said.

It wasn’t all business at this year’s con-

Skiff

around $4.3 million during FY 2013, which was almost $200,000 more than in FY 2012.

The auditor cited a higher cost in programs for the increase.

CIJDC finished FY 2013 with a fund balance of $129,040, which was $60,438 shorter than last year’s, but the loss was attributed to the construction of the

ference. The Division 10 group spent time throughout the day working with new acquaintances and socializing.

There was even a talent show to end the day.

“Our number one goal is to build friendships and relationships with all of these clubs. The big thing is for everyone to understand they’re not the only one with a handicap or disability.

It’s not the disabilities that matter in this world, it’s the abilities to do things and to give back to the community in their own special way,” Division 10 Lt. Gov. Rev. Tom Lloyd said.

“This was great. I really appreciate this,” Ames Aktion Club treasurer Josh Dobbs said.

“She demonstrates her commitment to our valContinued from Page 1A ues each and every day, helping us achieve our is not how she is re- vision of being treasured garded by her colleagues by those we serve.” or supervisors.

“This program truly “I was thrilled, but recognizes and rewards not surprised, to learn nursing at its very best,” that Veronica Mangrich said Sheryl Tilus, Skiff ’s was selected as one of the Chief Nursing Officer.

100 Great Iowa Nurs- “The Newton commues,” said Brett Altman, nity is blessed with exSkiff ’s Chief Operating traordinary nursing care Officer. “We continu- every day, but even more ally receive compliments so when representatives from patients and their throughout the state of families regarding the Iowa hear the story and over-the-top care pro- bestow this honor to one vided by Veronica and of our own.” are very blessed to have “I feel this award is a her on our fabulous reflection of the nursing team. Veronica epito- environment fostered mizes our mission by here at Skiff,” Mangrich providing professionally said. “So it is truly an delivered health-care award for all of us Skiff services which are com- nurses. I just get to be passionate, personalized the one who accepts it and highly skilled.” for us this time.”

“Veronica is consisMangrich also credits tently recognized by Skiff for putting her in a her patients as an ex- position that allows her ceptionally caring and to “connect with people professional nurse,” said on such a special level.”

Skiff CEO Steve Long.

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new facility on CIJDC’s campus.

Jasper County Conservation Director Keri Van Zante will update the board on the potential of using matching funds from the Iowa Legislature to provide further repairs to the Chichaqua Valley Trail, which begins in Bondurant and ends in Baxter.

Van Zante had re-

Wind Continued from Page 1A vestment tax credit, but not both, and the provision is extended through Dec. 31, 2015.

This may be one of the last times the tax credit is extended, based on Grassley’s comments in an interview Thurs-

Speedway Continued from Page 1A The economic boost of the Iowa Speedway has provided a 50 million dollar boost to the economy.”

The plan of doing more with the Iowa Speedway will only increase the economic boost for Newton and

ceived approval from the board last June in the amount of $40,000 to help repair past flood damage to the trail.

Immediately following the regular meeting, the board will conduct a canvass of the Physical Plant and Equipment Levy election the Newton Community School District held last Tuesday.

Unofficial results had the measure passing with 82 percent of the vote, but only 162 voters turned out for the election.

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day, March 27.

“Not that we should have a wind energy tax credit forever. Only until it’s a mature industry, which is probably only three or four years away,” he said. “Then do away with it. But we need to finish the project.”

The bill also extends for two years, through 2015, the tax credit for

biodiesel, as well as the small agri-biodiesel producer credit and the tax credit for diesel fuel created from biomass. It also extends through 2015 the tax credit for facilities producing cellulosic biofuel.

Grassley said he hopes for full Senate consideration of the bill as soon as possible.

Iowa.

“The economic boost will continue to grow as we do more at Iowa Speedway,” Small said.

“The fans coming to the Speedway will create revenue, which will create more jobs. In the end, it’s an economical boost for everyone.”

Small and his staff are working with Ovations food service on creating

an Iowa experience with food at the Iowa Speedway.

“After the taste testing I was so full, I regretted eating breakfast that morning,” Small said with a laugh. “The taste testing was very successful and were looking forward to some of the new food selections for this season.”

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of cancer is a unique of the small things, one. “The diagnosis of sometimes those things cancer was once con- that we take for grantsidered to be a death ed. Things such as certificate,” she said. finding the flavor of ice “Thanks to advances cream that a patient in treatment, that is no can eat, making sure longer the case for many, a patient has enough but that notion is still pain medication to get out there. People know through the next few that the chance of dying days, or intuiting that a is there. So my patients patient needs spiritual all have unique struggles support that particular and simply want some- day. For Veronica, these body who listens.” details are as important This closeness leads as the next dose of cheto Mangrich knowing motherapy. It is part a great deal about her of the patient’s overall patients, who can range health.” in age from 19 to 90. “I Mangrich sees herself know which one of my as a listening ear and a patients is interested shoulder to cry on. “In in beekeeping, for ex- this setting, they can say ample,” she said with a anything. They can ask laugh. “I can ask anoth- anything. They can cry. er how progress is going I had one patient ask on the dollhouse he’s me very directly about building for his grand- death. ‘What will it be daughter.” like?’ he asked me. ‘Will In the nomination it hurt?’ He trusted me form that was submit- with questions like that. ted for this recogni- Getting to know sometion, these interpersonal one that intimately is a skills were highlighted. privilege.”

“Veronica is cognizant Her role as confidant and companion, not just chemotherapy nurse, played a significant part in Mangrich being recognized. “Veronica is beyond accom-

modating to meet the needs of her patients,” the nomination form read. “Recently she shared a story about her neighbor needing to have his chemotherapy treatment on a holiday.

She volunteered to pick him up, drive him to the clinic and administer his chemotherapy on the holiday to ensure he would remain on schedule, and have an optimal outcome from the treatment. This act of kindness is not unique for Veronica. Her work schedule is based on her patients’ needs. It is not uncommon for Veronica to administer chemotherapy at 6 a.m. or 6 p.m., because that is what works the best for a patient’s schedule.”

Mangrich is quick to say that she cannot take sole credit for the work she does. She emphasizes that the establishment of the Skiff Cancer Clinic a few years ago was highly beneficial to local cancer patients.

“This arrangement allows patients to have privacy if they want it or to be with others who are facing a similar situ-

ation,” she said. “Not only do they not have to drive all the way to Des Moines for treatment, they barely have to walk more than 20 steps from the edge of the parking lot to our waiting area.

They can register here, the lab techs come right here for blood draws, we have volunteers who can take them to the Philips Imaging Center at Skiff if scans are needed. I have all sorts of caregivers here I can rely on to help me provide the best possible service to my patients. This is so perfect.”

In addition to crediting Skiff as a whole, Mangrich expresses her appreciation to those she has learned from along the way. “I am what I am because of mentors – doctors and, importantly, other nurses. There are many, many, many good nurses who deserve this. I see this as an award for anyone who has ever helped me.”

A public open house for Mangrich will be held in mid-May, with date and time to be announced.

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Mother who lost baby wants to find right words for grief DEAR ABBY: My 1-year-old baby recently passed away. I have two other children, one with special needs. I find it irritating and not at all comforting when people tell me that “at least I have other children and that I should concentrate on them.”

How can I politely tell them that I have never stopped taking care of my other children, and that nothing eases the pain of burying your child?

— MOURNING MY BABY IN PUERTO RICO DEAR MOURNING: Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your child. My heart goes out to you.

While I can imagine that you might be tempted to lash out at these insensitive individuals, I hope you realize their comments are made out of ignorance. Sometimes it isn’t what you say as much as how you say it. In a case like this, exactly what you have written to me would be an appropriate response as long as it is said calmly and without anger.

DEAR ABBY: My daughter was married for eight years before divorcing her cheating husband. They have two children. When my daughter found out about the affair, she was inconsolable. The girlfriend actually phoned her and said, “Why are you so upset? Everyone cheats!”

Now, two years later, the girlfriend is pregnant. My daughter would like a paternity test done before the kids are introduced to this new child. She thinks it would be harmful if they are introduced to a new half-sibling who may later prove to belong to another man. (“Everyone cheats”?)

What do you think about this?

Is it wrong for my daughter to want proof that this is her ex’s baby? He feels certain he’s the father, but he also knows the other woman has kept in touch with her ex-boyfriend. — JUST WONDERING IN CONNECTI-

CUT DEAR JUST WONDERING: If your daughter’s ex wants to claim paternity without a paternity test, there is no legal basis I can think of to prevent him from being considered the father. While your daughter has reason to be angry at her ex and to dislike the woman with whom he cheated, she can’t prevent her children from seeing the baby if he wants them to.

(P.S. You’d think her ex would WANT to know for certain, but it takes all kinds ...)

DEAR ABBY: What is the best way to answer your children when they ask if you have taken drugs? I smoked a little marijuana back in college, but stopped before graduation and I haven’t done it since.

My children are about ready to go to high school. I have avoided answering their questions in the past, but I know I’ll have to say something sometime. What? — TONGUE-TIED IN ANYTOWN, USA DEAR TONGUE-TIED: I don’t believe in lying to children. When you are asked, tell them you tried it in college, didn’t like it and considered it a waste of time. Then tell them that as long as they are living under your roof, using ANY illegal substance will not be condoned.

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Univ. of Iowa sees surge in engineering students IOWA CITY — (AP) In the past 10 years, UI’s College of Engineering has grown 70 percent — 30 percent in the past four years alone. Of those graduating, 98 percent leave school with jobs that have a median starting salary of more than $60,000.

Even when the economy tanked in 2008, UI engineering students still graduated with well-paying jobs already lined up. And the demand for engineers of all kinds continues to grow.

“Certainly there is interest in engineering because of the tremendous opportunity for a career that an engineering education provides,” said Alec Scranton, dean

of UI’s College of Engineering. “It’s certainly related to (Gov. Terry Branstad’s) STEM initiative to encourage middle school and high school students to consider careers in STEM fields.”

But faculty and students at the college say it is something more.

“We are different than a lot of other places, certainly the stereotypical engineering school,” said Jane Dorman, director of admissions and first-year student experience at UI’s College of Engineering. “We call it, ‘Engineering and something more.’ UI is a big liberal arts school, and we like to encourage our students to do other things besides engineering.

Outdoor fun at the drive-in

Kate Malott/Daily News Many people went to the Valle Drive-In this weekend for the theater’s opening weekend. Although the weather was chilly at times, attendees sat in lawn chairs, beds of trucks and played in the grass in front of the screen.

The theater showed “Captain America: The Winter Soilder” and “Need for Speed.”

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Kate Malott/Daily News Members of the Marshalltown and Newton Aktion Clubs perform “Any Man of Mine” by country singer Shania Twain at Saturday’s Aktion Club talent show.

Kate Malott/Daily News Newton Kiwanis’ Aktion Club members and volunteers collected food for the Salvation Army food pantry at this year’s mid-year conference. The Newton club hosted the gathering at First Presbyterian Church Saturday.

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New Pizza Ranch GM wants to give everyone the love at Spring Celebration this week

By Zach Johnson Daily News Staff Writer “I just want to give the ‘Pizza Ranch’ love to everyone,” Newton Pizza Ranch General Manager Bethany Kroeze said.

Pizza Ranch will be celebrating it’s annual Spring Celebration this week. Kroeze and her staff have spent the past few weeks touching up the store with a fresh coat of paint and other spring cleaning activities.

“We had the chance to do an interior remodel, which hasn’t been done since 2008,” Kroeze said. “I just wanted to give a fresh change to the atmosphere of the restaurant.”

The spring celebration week will be more than just showing off the store, but having a chance to celebrate spring with Pizza Ranch.

“It will give the community a chance to meet me and to win prizes,” Kroeze said. “We will be giving away a boy’s and girl’s bike at the store. We will also have food specials as well as giving away food prizes at the store and on Facebook.”

Kroeze is a Pella native and alumni of Pella Christian High School. She started working for Pizza Ranch at the age of

14 in Pella. through,” Kroeze said. “Old “When I first started out friends and family always seem working in Pella, I never to try to stop by to see the store, thought I would be a career op- which has been great.” tion for me, but when I got to Kroeze is especially excited my senior year of high school it about being the pizza of the proved to be a career opportu- Iowa Speedway and having the nity for me,” Kroeze said. experience of working with the After finishing high school, Speedway.

Kroeze went on to attend “It’s cool to be in a town Northwestern College in Or- revolving around a national ange City, Iowa. She finished sport,” Kroeze said. “It’s great with a degree in both business to be able to have the Pizza management and journalism. Ranch name on Victory Lane During her college years, she in such a big arena.” was able to work in the second Pizza Ranch will continue Pizza Ranch location in Iowa to be involved in the commuas well as a trainer at the cor- nity with events and fundraisporate office in Orange City. ers with “Community Impact “It was through working at Night”. different locations, I was able “We will also be a new vento meet Brad Cleveringa, the dor at Thunder Nites Bike current co-franchisee of New- Night,” Kroeze said. “Were not ton Pizza Ranch,” Kroeze said. sure on the selection, but will “We joked around about him get a variety of items out to owning a location and having bike night.” me be the general manager at Pizza Ranch is located out one of his locations.” by the interstate at 1500 West The decision brought 18th St. S. and can be contacted Kroeze back near her home- at (641) 792-3447. town of Pella, which has allowed her to reconnect with old friends while getting used Staff writer Zach Johnson may be to the store location.

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Yet Friday’s government report also showed how far the job market has to go: More than six years after the Great Recession began, private employment has only now regained its pre-recession level.

Once you factor in population growth, hiring remains millions short of where it needs to be to reduce unemployment from a still-high 6.7 percent.

“We’re seeing sustained improvement,” said Scott Anderson, chief economist at Bank of the West. “But we’re not really that much stronger than we were last year. And we need more improvement for a stronger economy to come into fruition.”

U.S. employers added 192,000 jobs last month, just below February’s 197,000, which was revised higher. March’s figure nearly matched last year’s average monthly gain, suggesting that the economy has fully recovered from severe winter weather that slowed hiring in December and January.

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By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor NEWTON — Newton’s Cardinals had a good start to the 2014 soccer season. It could have been better Saturday at home in the Newton Cardinals Hy-Vee Boys Soccer Tournament.

The host team began the day’s competition with a 2-0 win over Benton Community of Van Horne.

The win put the Cardinals in the four-team tournament championship game.

They waited for their opponent.

Mid-Prairie of Wellman defeated Prairie City-Monroe’s Mustangs, 3-0, in the second game of the tournament.

Mid-Prairie’s Golden Hawks swooped past the Cardinals, 2-0, in the championship game. Sophomore Griffin Engel played in the net for the Cardinals in both games.

In the title contest, Engel had six goal saves.

Mid-Prairie got a goal each from Cady Wyatt and Ryan Harpart, Goalkeeper Nathan Faselt had four saves.

Team captain senior Chandler Sturtz said the Cardinals settled down a bit in the tournament opener Saturday morning after senior

Nathan Moorman scored. Moorman said after a teammate made a shot on goal, “I was in the right place for the rebound. I turned and shot it in the net.”

The Cardinals held a 1-0 lead at halftime over the Benton Bobcats.

“Of course, there was a lot of talk about how inexperienced we are,” Sturtz said. “Scoring early allowed us to settle down and we played better in the first half. The second half was a little sloppy. I think we were playing not to lose instead of to win, but we did alright.”

In the second half, Moorman got past two Benton defenders and put a high shot over the Bobcat goalkeeper’s head into the net. The goal came with 3:01 remaining in the 80-minute game.

“It feels great to get two goals in the first game. We were looking good in the first half and possessing the ball really well,” Moorman said. “We were on our heels a lot of the time in the second half. Our confidence came back after I scored the second goal and we finished the game well.”

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Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Up in the air for the ball is Newton’s Nathan Moorman (8) in front of a Benton Community player in Saturday’s home tournament at H.A. Lynn Stadium. Moorman scored twice for the Cardinals in a 2-0 win over Benton of Van Horne.

Newton rugby off to strong start in 2014

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor NEWTON — Scoring plays are called tries. Player positions are props, hookers, scrum-half, fly-half, centre, fullback.

For the fourth year in a row, Newton high school boys are playing a different game in the spring. Players come from several other sports, including high school spring sports.

It’s rugby. Newton’s Cardinals are coming off a 2013 Class 1A state championship in the Iowa Youth Rugby Association, which is the governing body of high school level rugby. They RUGBY See Page 2B

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Newton’s Jake Smith passes the ball to Jake Huizenga as he gets tackled by a Van Meter player in Friday’s 2014 rugby season opener at home. The Newton club team won twice at H.A. Lynn Stadium Friday.

UConn plays Kentucky in NCAA men’s title ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Connecticut and Kentucky couldn’t have met in last year’s championship game and few people gave them a chance to be in this year’s.

Seventh-seeded Connecticut and eighth-seeded Kentucky meet Monday night in one of the unlikeliest NCAA championship games ever.

Neither was around in last year’s postseason — Connecticut because of a tournament ban MEN See Page 2B

Newton tennis teams set to take the courts in 2014

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Members of the 2014 Newton boys’ tennis tearm are (not in order in photo), Chas Antle, Liam Briggs, Brendan Brown, Kieran Brown, Zach Coy, Jarred Griffin, Brian Jones, Reid Miller, Sean Richardson, Bryce Romick, Joe Stammeyer, Austin St. John, Austin Van Brogen, Ben Van Dalen, Jon Viteik, Austin Wyre, Justin Pittman, and Alex Cron.

NEWTON — Newton Cardinal tennis teams are looking for different things in 2014.

The Cardinal girls are ready to build on a tremendous 2013 season which included the Little Hawkeye regular-season and tournament championships, regional match wins, and a doubles team qualifying for state.

For the Cardinal boys, it’s a season of hitting the re-start button with a new head coach and a look to better outcomes than a year ago.

Newton’s tennis teams

hit the courts for their first competitions on Tuesday. The girls are at home against Marshalltown while the boys go to Marshalltown.

In tennis competitions, there are six singles matches and five double matches.

Singles players are paired for doubles matches with additional players to play doubles for each team.

Girls Tennis Four varsity players return for the Cardinal girls.

Seniors Jennifer Ventling, Holly VanderPol and Monica Corso and junior TENNIS See Page 2B

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Members of the 2014 Newton girls’ tennis team are (left to right), front row, Alexis Fehring, Kimbra Neal, Tessa DeJong, Megan Van Dalen, Brenda Becerra, Mariah Gonzales, Elizabeth Myers, Cierra Armstrong, Dakota Armstrong; middle row, Sierra Griffith, Sarah Van Dalen, Halie Owens, Maria Valbuena, Samantha Cooling, Monica Corso, Melanie Stice, Madison Humphrey, McKenna Heisdorffer, Jordyn Soule, Sam Cutts; back row, assistant coach Seth Banwell, Hayley Sinclair, Kate Wyre, Holly Vander Pol, Stacie Sanger, Jennifer Ventling, Ellie Horn, Marisa Modlin, Megan Pressgrove, Kayla Corso, Katherine Thorpe, Sonja Newsone, Morgan Modlin, head coach Erick Zehr.

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Monday, April 7, 2014

Soocer: PCM loses two Continued from Page 1B

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News PCM’s goalkeeper Derrick Hoodjer deflects the soccer ball just in time to avoid a goal scored by Mid-Prairie of Wellman in Saturday’s tournament at Newton.

PCM’s Mustangs fought off attack after attack by the Golden Hawks in the second game. Mustang goalkeeper senior Derrick Hoodjer made several saves in the first half in a scoreless game.

Hoodjer deflected a shot on goal by Mid-Prairie but right there for a header into the net was the Golden Hawks’ Wyatt. The Mustangs, who had lost 5-1 on Thursday to Pella Christian, were still in the contest, trailing 1-0 at halftime.

The Golden Hawks kept the pressure on in the second half. They scored twice before the midway point of the 40-minute second half on their way to a 3-0 decision.

PCM lost 6-1 to Benton in the third-place game.

Newton (1-1) travels to Norwalk Tuesday to open Little Hawkeye Conference play.

Men: Title game is tonight Continued from Page 1B over academic issues; Kentucky because it didn’t make the field. And neither looked like national title contenders at times this season.

Kentucky (29-10) and its outstanding freshmen went from preseason No. 1 to out of the rankings after some bad losses. And Connecticut (31-8) was not a popular postseason pick after finishing tied for third in the American Athletic Conference with multiple losses to Louisville and SMU. In the tournament, the Huskies have stopped some of the country’s top guards and put themselves in position for their fourth national championship, the previous three under Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame coach Jim Calhoun.

“Hopefully we have an opportunity to fall back on our defense,” second-year coach Kevin Ollie said. “We have been doing that the whole year.”

If Kentucky has a chance to win in the final minute, that defense better pay attention to guard Aaron Harrison, one of five freshmen starters.

He has hit huge 3-pointers in the Wildcats’ last three games. Harrison rattled in a 26-footer with 5.7 seconds to go in the 74-73 win over Wisconsin in the semifinals. He made almost the exact same shot with 2.3 seconds left against Michigan for a 75-72 win that sent the Wildcats to the Final Four. Against Louisville, he hit a 3 with 39 seconds left to give Kentucky the lead for good in a 74-69.

Rugby: Cardinals find footing in different spring sport, out to defend state title Continued from Page 1B play rugby 7s, which is a cutdown version of rugby union.

“Everything is in sevens — there are seven players a side on the field and seven-minute halves,” said Justin Liston. Liston and Bill Reed are cocoaches for the Cardinal team. They have been coaching the rugby team for four years.

On Friday, the 2014 Newton rugby team opened its season at home, hosting seven other IAYRA teams. Each team played two games at H.A. Lynn Stadium.

The Cardinals won both of their games by identical scores, 28-21. They defeated Van Meter in the opener then downed Boone later in the evening.

“We call this Olympic rugby since rugby will be in the 2016 Olympics.

Sevens is a style of rugby fundamentally the same but without the brute force of the original game played with 15 players per side,” Reed said. “This style has been developed to help those with a desire and talent to play the game a path to possibly trying for the Olympics.”

Newton returns five players off the state championship team. Seniors Ray Schroder and Jake Smith are four-year players on the team. Schroder earned Class 1A All-State honors a year ago.

Junior Cole Doerring is a third-year player and senior Jake Huizenga is a two-year player. Malachai Harris is the other returner.

“Our size is a strength. We have good size and most of the players out are upperclassmen. They are mature athletes,” Reed said. “This sport is pretty simple to pick up — you run with the ball, tackle the ball carrier and pass the ball to maintain possession.”

With 12 new players on the team, Reed and Liston weren’t sure what to expect. The Newton coaches got a good look at the team Friday night.

In the first game against Van Meter, the Cardinals responded with a score when they needed to against

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Members of the 2014 Newton rugby club team are (left to right), front row, Collin Daniels, Ray Schroder, Jake Smith, Cole Doerring, Jake Huizenga, David Braafhart; back row, Cameron Porter, Zakk Weatherly, Mason Bowes, Tony Tellez-Jordan, Dillon Van Manen, Riley Nine. Not pictured: Anthony Cornwall, Malachai Harris, Jacob Smith, Wes Streeter, Trent Wickliff, Joseph Banfield.

their opponent. It was 14-14 game at halftime.

Schroder bolted free for the first try, which in the IAYRA league counts for seven points, sliding across the scoring line and touching down the ball. Down 14-7, the Cardinal’s Huizenga got loose for a long run for the second try.

Van Meter pulled ahead 21-14 in the second half. Huizenga rolled down the far sideline on another long run, touching down the ball for the third try of the game for Newton.

As time moved inside a minute remaining in the game, Newton kept the ball on the attacking side of the field.

Jake Smith broke a couple of tackles and ran for the winning try with four seconds left on the clock.

The games are played in seven-minute halves with a running clock. Time ran out with Newton winning, 28-21.

Later in the evening, Newton rallied from a 21-14 halftime deficit to beat Boone, 28-21. Jake Smith put

the Cardinals up 7-0, but Boone tied it up. Huizenga scored for Newton.

Boone used a quick tap penalty to score and tie the game again. Boone scored with no time on the clock to lead at the break.

Joseph Banfield ran back the second-half kickoff for a try and tied the game at 21-all.

“Back and forth movements for a little while eventually led to a series of good rucks and runs by many of the Newton players that resulted in Jake Smith scoring the go-ahead try with a couple minutes left in half,” Reed said.

“Good defense by the whole team allowed the guys to hold on for the win.”

A ruck is when the ball is dropped by a tackled ball carrier and a group of players from each team is trying to win possession of the ball. A scrum is a way to restart the game after a minor infraction on the field.

“Rugby is a fast-paced game with a lot of space and a lot of running,” Liston

said. “It’s about running, tackling and passing. We have athletes on this team, so, we’re looking for good things this season once the guys learn the game.”

Other members of the team are David Braafhart, Cameron Porter, Riley Nine, Wesley Streeter, Zakk Weatherly, Tony Tellez-Jordan, Dillon Van Manen, Jacob M. Smith, Anthony Cornwall, Collin Daniels, Mason Bowes and Trent Wickliff.

“We want to thank all the fans who came out to support our team Friday night in less than desirable conditions,” Reed said. “The guys played pretty tough for the first night and they maintained good spacing on the field most of the time.”

The 12 new players all got valuable playing time in one or both games.

The Newton rugby team plays Adel and Southeast Warren at Southeast Warren this Friday. The Cardinals play at home again on May 2 against Marion and Waterloo West.

Tennis: Competition in practice has Cardinal teams ready for season to start Continued from Page 1B McKenna Heidorffer played for the Cardinal varsity a year ago. Ventling and VanderPol claimed second in doubles at the regional tournament last year, qualifying for state. The two were just the fifth and sixth players from Newton to advance to a state tournament in tennis.

“Jennifer and Holly will lead us as our captains.

Monica and McKenna will help solidify our limited experience,” said Erick Zehr, who is in his fourth season as the girls’ tennis head coach. “Our ‘ladder’ is constantly changing as we go through practices and begin the season. Nothing is set yet.”

Zehr said the four returners will play both singles and doubles for the Cardinals at some point in the season, if not throughout. He said the team has a lot of new faces, including Maria Valbuena, an foreign exchange student from Columbia who is talented enough to step in and contribute right away.

Sierra Griffith, a sophomore, and junior Marias Modlin have shown dramatic improvement since last year and will figure into the varsity team picture, Zehr said. He said both players spent considerable time in the off-season developing their skills.

“The best way to describe the makeup of the team currently is a host of opportunities,” Zehr said.

“There are vacancies to fill everywhere, and a number of people qualified to step in. The curse of los-

ing so many players is the uncertainty it creates and the need to rely on players short on experience. The blessing in disguise, however, is that it creates a whole host of competitive opportunities for people to take advantage of.”

Zehr said the question remaining to be answered is who will rise to the occasion and seize the responsibility. He said the team needs six girls to step out and play singles matches, and five pairs to step out and play doubles matches.

Zehr said there are several Newton junior varsity players back who look poised to step in, but the freshman class is very talented. He said what the freshmen lack in experience, they make up for in athleticism.”

“It will be a very interesting season to follow,” Zehr said. “So much remains to be determined since our turnover was so great. There is a wide range of possibilities regarding this team’s performance, and only time will tell. We’re excited about the season getting under way.”

Other members of the Newton girls’ tennis team are seniors Sara Van Dalen, Morgan Mettler, Kayla Corso, and Samantha Cooling; juniors Melanie Stice, Halie Owens, Sonja Newsome, and Brenda Becerra; sophomores Kate Wyre, Stacie Sanger, Elizabeth Myers, Madison Humphrey, Mariah Gonzales, Brianna Fuller, Samantha Cutts, and Cierra Armstrong; and freshmen Megan Van

Dalen, Katherine Thorpe, Jordyn Soule, Hayley Sinclair, Megan Pressgrove, Kimbra Neal, Morgan Modlin, Emma Meyer, Eliie Horn, Alexis Fehring, Tessa Delong, and Dakota Armstrong.

Boys Tennis Starting with a clean slate under a new coach, Newton’s boys look to put last year behind them and move forward. Returning to the courts for the Cardinals are seniors Ben Van Dalen, Brendan Brown, Brian Jones, Alex Cron and Chas Antle, and juniors Austen Van Brogen and Jarred Griffin.

Nick Hoskins, a 2008 graduate from Newton Senior High School and former NHS tennis player, takes over as the Cardinal head coach. Two years ago Hoskins helped with the NHS girls’ team. He also has been an assistant coach for the Cardinal football program, working with the freshman team.

“We have 18 out this year and we’re working on finding the right combination of players for the varsity matches. Our ladder is wide open as we approach the start of the season,” Hoskins said.

He said the strength of the 2014 boys’ tennis will be the doubles teams. Hoskins said the Cardinals are working on finding consistency across the board, especially in the doubles competition.

Others on the NHS boys’ team are Justin Pittman, Austin Wyre, Jon Viteik, Austin St. John, Joe Stammeyer, Bryce Romick, Sean Richardson, Reid Miller, Zach Coy, Kieran Brown and Liam Briggs.

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NO RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AFTER THE SALE. THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE WILL BE ENTITLED TO IMMEDIATE POSSESSION OF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY. YOU MAY PURCHASE AT THE SALE. The Plaintiff's attorneys are Petosa, Petosa & Boecker, L.L.P.

by Theodore R. Boecker, whose address is 1350 NW 138th Street, Suite 100, Clive, Iowa 50325-8308, telephone number (515) 222-9400, facsimile number (515) 222-9121.

You must serve a motion or answer on or before the 27th day of April, 2014 and within a reasonable time thereafter file your motion or answer in the Iowa District Court of Jasper County, at the Courthouse in Newton, Iowa. If you do not, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petition.

If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in court because of a disability, immediately call your district ADA coordinator at (515) 286-3394. (If you are hearing impaired, Call Relay Iowa TTY at 1800-735-2942).

Clerk of the Above Court Jasper County Courthouse Newton, Iowa 50208 YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK LEGAL ADVICE AT ONCE TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS. March 24 & 31 and April 7

DIVISION LAND QUALITY BUREAU CONTAMINATED SITES SECTION 502 East 9th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Public Notification of Actions to Be Taken Per Iowa Administrative Code (IAC)-567-137 Iowa Land Recycling Program and Response Action Standards For the Proposed Newton Senior Residence Northeast Corner of West 3rd Street North & North 4th Avenue West Newton, Jasper County, Iowa The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has been monitoring environmental assessment and remedial activities under the Iowa Land Recycling Program (LRP) for the Proposed Newton Senior Residence site located at the northeast corner of West 3rd Street North & North 4th Avenue West in Newton, Iowa, hereinafter referenced as the 'site'.

Newton Senior Residence, LLC (NSR) intends to develop the site for use as a retirement community. Although the site is currently vacant, historic use was noted to be for commercial purposes, including a machine shop in the mid-1900s. Historic land use in the area was predominantly commercial and industrial with many local businesses and industries supporting the former Maytag Newton Laundry Products Plant No. 1, which was located two blocks to the west of the site. A former manufactured gas plant (MGP) was located immediately to the north across North 5th Avenue West. Both the Maytag property and the MGP property are participants in the Iowa Land Recycling Program due to the presence of contaminants of concern exceeding IDNR Statewide Standards for soil and groundwater.

Environmental assessments at the site identified and delineated volatile organic compounds (VOCs), namely trichloroethene (TCE), in shallow groundwater at concentrations in excess of IDNR Statewide groundwater standards. Vertical migration below the shallow groundwater zone was not apparent. VOCs were also documented in soil gas samples collected from the site.

Some limited occurrences of arsenic in soil exceeding IDNR statewide standard for soil were also documented but contributed to naturally occurring arsenic.

Exposure pathways deemed complete or potentially complete at the site include: i) direct contact to soil; ii) groundwater ingestion; and, iii) soil gas to indoor air.

Analytical data obtained during the site assessment for soil, groundwater and soil gas media were used to evaluate both the cancer and non-cancer risk for Site Resident, Site Worker and Construction Worker receptors for the noted exposure scenarios by screening against IDNR Statewide Standards and/or use of IDNR's cumulative risk calculator. Results of the risk evaluation indicated unacceptable risks for: i) Site Resident and Site Worker for groundwater ingestion; and, ii) Site Resident, Site Worker, and Construction Worker for the soil gas vapor intrusion exposure pathway.

Therefore, response actions are required for these exposure pathways.

In addition, because a suspected source area was never found during site assessment activities, and some limited impacts to soil were detected, NSR intends to prepare and implement a Risk Mitigation Plan (RMP) to proactively address potential soil direct contact exposures in the event field indications of elevated soil impacts are encountered during construction.

The following response actions were proposed and tentatively approved: Soil: potential exposures to contaminants in soil will be proactively addressed on a contingency basis through a RMP, inclusive of appropriate health and safety provisions, to manage evaluation of soil during excavation, including measures in the event field indications of soil impact are noted. In addition, future exposures to soil at the site will be addressed via earthwork required for redevelopment as well as installation of hardscapes consisting of the building slab, walkways and pavements over much of the area of the former machine shop where metals were detected in near-surface soils.

Groundwater: an environmental covenant restricting groundwater usage on-site will be executed and recorded for the site to eliminate this exposure pathway.

Soil Gas/Vapor Intrusion: a sub-slab depressurization system will be installed beneath the proposed building, and the sub-slab depressurization system operated to mitigate risks associated with this exposure pathway.

As part of verification of the applicability and effectiveness of these response actions additional include quarterly measures to monitoring groundwater demonstrate the stable to shrinking nature of the TCE impacts to shallow groundwater and confirmation of vacuum below the floor slab to verify the effectiveness of the sub-slab depressurization system. Upon successful implementation of the response actions, and reporting of favorable results from the verification sampling, IDNR will issue a 'No Further Action' certificate for the site.

All documents concerning the Proposed Newton Senior Residence file can be viewed over the internet at https://programs.iowadnr.gov/contaminatedsites/ pages/processManagement.aspx?siteID=2251&subSiteID=2234 .Once at the website click on 'PDF' for the file you wish to view.

Questions or comments regarding this site should be directed to Mr. Daniel Cook, IDNR's project manager for this project. Please feel free to contact Mr. Cook at the address above, (515) 2814171, or dan.cook@dnr.iowa.gov.

If requested, a public hearing can be scheduled prior to the issuing of the no further action certificate.

If no comments are received within 15 days of the publication date of this notice the no further action certificate will be issued for the site at the appropriate time.

April 7

14-1100(1) COURT NO. EQCV118450 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BENEFICIAL IOWA INC. vs DEFENDANT: JANES, ROBIN L., - IN REM DEFENDANT: DELIA JANES, STATE OF IOWA, UNNAMED JUDGMENT CREDITORS, - IN REM DEFENDANT: AND PARTIES IN POSSESSION - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot 4 Subdivision of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 9, Township 78 North, Range 20 West of the 5th P.M., Jasper County, Iowa, as shown in Plat Book “B” page 407 of record in the office of the County Recorder of said County.

Street Address 7089 S. 96TH AVE. W., PRAIRIE CITY, IOWA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/20/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $102,898.99 Costs $2,085.84 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 5.25% OF $102,898.99 FROM 06/27/2013 Attorney SIDDENS, BOB (515) 274-6210 Date 03/17/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY April 7 & 14

2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1037(1) COURT NO. EQCV118369 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC vs DEFENDANT: RUMBAUGH, KENNETH W. A/K/A KENNY RUMBAUGH; - IN REM DEFENDANT: ANGELA RUMBAUGH; - IN REM DEFENDANT: PARTIES IN POSSESSION; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COMMUNITY LENDING, INC.; ASSOCIATED ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, P.C.; DISCOVER BANK; MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; HAUGE ASSOCIATES, INC., - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot 19 of INDIAN CREEK, a subdivision of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section 18, Township 80 North, Range 21 West of the 5th P.M. Jasper County, Iowa, as shown in Plat Book J, Page 123 in the Office of the Recorder said County Street Address 14774 FAME AVE., COLFAX, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/06/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $196,968.36 Costs $1,809.06 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 4.625% OF $179,571.01 FROM 10/01/2012 Attorney MIZER, DOUGLAS J. (515) 223-7325 Date 03/13/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY March 31 & April 7

Monday, April 7, 2014

Public Notices NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1113(1) COURT NO. EQCV117531 SPECIAL EXECUTION Plaintiff: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L.P. vs DEFENDANT: CHAPMAN, TERI R. - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot 61 in Fairmeadows Addition, Phase II, in the City of Newton, Jasper County, Iowa, as appears in Plat Book “E”, at page 220 in the Office of the Recorder of said County Street Address 2009 N. 2ND AVE. E., NEWTON, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/20/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $144,205.26 Costs $3,065.00 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 6.875% OF $122,300.32 FROM 04/05/2013 Attorney HOPKINS, BENJAMIN W. (515) 222-9400 Date 03/15/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY April 7 & 14 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, 13-4994650 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs.

FRANCIS D. ALTER AKA F. DEAN ALTER AND KAYLEEN S. ALTER AKA KAYLEEN ALTER; SKIFF MEDICAL CENTER; STATE OF IOWA, IOWA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES; Defendants EQUITY NO. EQCV118802 ORIGINAL NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby notified that there is a petition on file in the office of the clerk of the above court which petition prays for a judgment in rem against the property involved in this action for the sum of $92,908.58 with interest at 5.25% per annum from and including July 1, 2013, on the promissory note executed by Francis D. Alter aka F. Dean Alter and Kayleen S. Alter and mortgage executed by Francis D. Alter aka F. Dean Alter and Kayleen S. Alter aka Kayleen Alter to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. and assigned to Plaintiff, who is the sole and absolute owner thereof.

Said note, together with the mortgage given to secure the same are due and payable by reason of the failure of the Defendants Francis D. Alter aka F. Dean Alter and Kayleen S. Alter aka Kayleen Alter to pay the installments of principal when due. Plaintiff also prays in said Petition for the foreclosure of said mortgage dated January 29, 2010 recorded in 2010-00000441 in the Recorder's Office of Jasper County, Iowa, with said note dated January 29, 2010 on the following described property, to-wit: The Sixteen and One-half feet adjoining Lots One and Two on the South, in Block Four in Bevan's Addition to the City of Kellogg, Jasper County, Iowa. The South Sixty Feet of Lots One and Two, Block Four in Bevan's Addition to the City of Kellogg, Jasper County, Iowa.

AKA The South 60 feet of Lots 1 and 2, Block 4 in Bevan's Addition to the City of Kellogg, Jasper County, Iowa and the 16 1/2 feet adjoining said Lots 1 and 2, on the South. and also asking that said mortgage be declared a prior and superior lien to that of each of the above named Defendants; for appointment of a receiver; for the amount paid by Plaintiff for attorneys' fees, abstract expense, costs and accruing costs of this action; that special execution issue for the sale of said real estate to satisfy said judgment, interest, attorneys' fees and costs and for such other and further relief as may be just and equitable.

FOR FURTHER PARTICULARS, SEE COPY OF PETITION NOW ON FILE. THE PLAINTIFF HAS ELECTED FORECLOSURE WITHOUT REDEMPTION. THIS MEANS THAT THE SALE OF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY WILL OCCUR PROMPTLY AFTER ENTRY OF JUDGMENT UNLESS YOU FILE WITH THE COURT A WRITTEN DEMAND TO DELAY THE SALE. IF YOU FILE A WRITTEN DEMAND, THE SALE WILL BE DELAYED UNTIL SIX MONTHS FROM ENTRY OF JUDGMENT IF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY IS YOUR RESIDENCE AND IS A ONEFAMILY OR TWO-FAMILY DWELLING OR UNTIL TWO MONTHS FROM ENTRY OF JUDGMENT IF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY IS NOT YOUR RESIDENCE OR IS RESIDENCE BUT NOT A ONE-FAMILY OR TWO-FAMILY DWELLING. YOU WILL HAVE NO RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AFTER THE SALE. THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE WILL BE ENTITLED TO IMMEDIATE POSSESSION OF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY. YOU MAY PURCHASE AT THE SALE. The Plaintiff's attorneys are Petosa, Petosa & Boecker, L.L.P.

by Theodore R. Boecker, whose address is 1350 NW 138th Street, Suite 100, Clive, Iowa 50325-8308, telephone number (515) 222-9400, facsimile number (515) 222-9121.

You must serve a motion or answer on or before the 27th day of April, 2014 and within a reasonable time thereafter file your motion or answer in the Iowa District Court of Jasper County, at the Courthouse in Newton, Iowa. If you do not, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Petition.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1114(1) COURT NO. EQCV118676 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC., vs DEFENDANT: HADSALL, DALE M. - IN REM DEFENDANT: AND SPOUSE OF DALE M. HADSALL - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lots Nine, Ten, Eleven, Fifteen and Sixteen in Block Five in the Town of Ira, and the former alleys bounded by a line commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot Nine, and running thence One Hundred Fifty-Four feet East, thence South Sixteen feet, thence West Eighty-eight feet, thence South Forty-four feet, thence West Eleven Feet, thence South Sixty-six feet, thence West Eleven feet, thence North One Hundred ten feet, thence West Forty-four feet, thence North Sixteen feet to the place of beginning, all of said Lots and former alleys being in Block Five in the Town of Ira, Jasper County, Iowa, as shown by Plat recorded in Book 130, at page 62 in the Office of the Recorder of said County Street Address 6723 MAIN, IRA, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/20/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $43,464.82 Costs $1,292.00 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 8.375% OF $43,464.82 FROM 01/23/2014 Attorney ERICKSON, DAVID M. (515) 288-2500 Date 03/18/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY April 7 & 14 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1169(1) COURT NO. EQCV117919 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, vs DEFENDANT: JUEL, DEVIN L. IN REM DEFENDANT: AND KRISTA JUEL FKA KRISTA BROWN, IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: The North Half of Lots One and Two, Block Nine in FAIRVIEW ADDITION in the City of Colfax, Jasper County, Iowa, EXCEPT the West Thirteen and four hundredths feet of the North Half of said Lot Two Street Address 501 S. LOCUST ST., COLFAX, IOWA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/13/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $169,301.93 Costs $1,566.22 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 4% OF $147,856.06 FROM 12/28/2012 Attorney EWING, JANELLE G. (319) 2342530 Date 03/21/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY April 7 & 14 IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DIVISION LAND QUALITY BUREAU CONTAMINATED SITES SECTION 502 East 9th Street Des Moines, Iowa 50319 Public Notification of Actions to Be Taken Per Iowa Administrative Code (IAC)-567-137 Iowa Land Recycling Program and Response Action Standards For the Proposed Newton Senior Residence Northeast Corner of West 3rd Street North & North 4th Avenue West Newton, Jasper County, Iowa The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has been monitoring environmental assessment and remedial activities under the Iowa Land Recycling Program (LRP) for the Proposed Newton Senior Residence site lo-

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1100(1) COURT NO. EQCV118450 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BENEFICIAL IOWA INC. vs DEFENDANT: JANES, ROBIN L., - IN REM DEFENDANT: DELIA JANES, STATE OF IOWA, UNNAMED JUDGMENT CREDITORS, - IN REM DEFENDANT: AND PARTIES IN POSSESSION - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot 4 Subdivision of the South-

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-0998(1) COURT NO. EQCV118327 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, vs DEFENDANT: DOEPP, KRISTOPHER R.; - IN REM DEFENDANT: SAMANTHA A. DOEPP, INTERVALE MORTGAGE CORPORATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., SKIFF MEDICAL CENTER, - IN REM DEFENDANT: AND PARTIES IN POSSESSION - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot “L” of Block 1 in Lamb & Kennedy's Addition to the City of Newton, Jasper County, Iowa, as shown by Plat Book “C”, at Page 98 in the Office of the Recorder of said County.

Street Address 712 E. 4TH ST. N., NEWTON, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/13/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $86,945.93 Costs $1,695.00 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 6.625% OF $82,887.00 FROM 07/16/2013 Attorney SAYER, BRIAN (319) 234-2530 Date 03/11/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY March 31 & April 7 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1006(1) COURT NO. EQCV118502 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: NATIONWIDE ADVANTAGE MORTGAGE COMPANY, vs DEFENDANT: IVERSON, WILLIAM E. - IN REM DEFENDANT: ANY UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF WILLIAM E. IVERSON – IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot 8 in Block 9, Lincoln Place, an Addition to the City of Newton, Jasper County, Iowa Street Address 1112 S. 8TH AVE. E., NEWTON, IOWA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/13/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $58,370.84 Costs $1,572.05 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 5.375% OF $58,370.84 FROM 08/28/2013 Attorney ELKIN, DAVID R. (515) 244-3188 Date 03/11/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY March 31 & April 7 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1037(1) COURT NO. EQCV118369 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC vs DEFENDANT: RUMBAUGH, KENNETH W. A/K/A KENNY RUMBAUGH; - IN REM DEFENDANT: ANGELA RUMBAUGH; - IN REM DEFENDANT: PARTIES IN POSSESSION; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COMMUNITY LENDING, INC.; ASSOCIATED ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, P.C.; DISCOVER

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1112(1) COURT NO. EQCV118640 SPECIAL EXECUTION Plaintiff: U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-FF14 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF14 vs DEFENDANT: MYERS, RYAN J. AKA RYAN MYERS - IN REM DEFENDANT: AND ANNETTA ANN MYERS FKA ANNETTA A. HALFERTY; DEJAH RISINGER BENNETT;STATE OF IOWA; WALKER & BILLINGSLEY; - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot One in Block Six in Rippey's Addition to the City of Baxter, Jasper County, Iowa. AKA Lot 1 in Block 6 in Rippey's Addition to the City of Baxter, Jasper County, Iowa.

Street Address 201 S. WEST AVE., BAXTER, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/20/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $113,385.21 Costs $1,858.33 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 8.75% OF $85,851.67 FROM 03/17/2014 Attorney HOPKINS, BENJAMIN W. (515) 222-9400 Date 03/18/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY April 7 & 14 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1041(1) COURT NO. EQCV118700 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. vs DEFENDANT: GARR-HALDEMAN, SANDRA; - IN REM DEFENDANT: STEVE J. HALDEMAN; - IN REM DEFENDANT: AND PARTIES IN POSSESSION - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lot Eight in Block “N” Aurora Heights Subdivision being in and forming a part of the City of Newton, Jasper County, Iowa, as appears in Plat Book “D” Page 201 in the Office of the Recorder of said County Street Address 2405 S. 8TH AVE. E., NEWTON, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/06/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $46,556.51 Costs $1,176.40 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 4.125% OF $43,043.84 FROM 01/30/2014 Attorney ERICKSON, DAVID M. (515) 288-2500 Date 03/13/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY March 31 & April 7

NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE Jasper County Sheriff Office 2300 Law Center Drive Newton, IA 50208 641-792-5912 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY STATE OF IOWA JASPER COUNTY SS DOCKET NO. (SALE NO.) 14-1125(1) COURT NO. EQCV118571 SPECIAL EXECUTION PLAINTIFF: WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. vs DEFENDANT: OSWALT, JOHN L. A/K/A JOHN OSWALT; - IN REM DEFENDANT: SPOUSE OF JOHN L. OSWALT A/K/A JOHN OSWALT; BANK OF THE WEST; - IN REM DEFENDANT: MARSHA L. OSWALT; STATE OF IOWA; AND THE COURTYARD APARTMENTS - IN REM As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) Real Estate Property to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is: Lots One and Two of Baker's Subdivision in the City of Newton, Jasper County, Iowa, as appears in Plat Book B, at page 606 in the Office of the Recorder of said County Street Address 813 W. 4TH ST. N., NEWTON, IA The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale 05/20/2014 Time of Sale 10:00 AM Place of Sale 2300 LAW CENTER DRIVE, NEWTON, IA This sale not subject to redemption.

Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount $71,802.37 Costs $1,871.80 Accrued Costs PLUS Interest 6.375% OF $67,195.25 FROM 02/07/2014 Attorney ERICKSON, DAVID M. (515) 288-2500 Date 03/19/2014 Sheriff JOHN R. HALFERTY April 7 & 14

LOST & FOUND

REWARD: STOLEN 12/26/13 Jack , two year old black, non neutered male, leopard Cur Coon dog. Had yellow collar with owners name, address and phone number. Looks like black lab with hound ears.

Has a few white hairs, in center of his chest and a scar on inside of left leg. If you have any information please call 641-521-9027.

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

AL'S MOWING is looking for spring cleanup jobs, leaves, gutters, and lawns to mow for the summer.

792-2416

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RESIDENTIAL MOWING with push mower.

Will trim and clean up.

ELECTRONICS

Reasonable rates,very dependable!

Will also do temporary mowing while you're on vacation.

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HOUSE TO rent in the Pella or Monroe area. Dog friendly with a garage and nice yard. 641-840-2380.

One Low Monthly Rate Advertised for a month in the Newton Daily News, Jasper County Advertiser and online!

LOOKING FOR house to rent or buy on contract in Lynnville-Sully school district. 319-883-5169.

2 STUDENT desks, one has attached chair. 641791-9332.

FREE TO Good Home: 4 Lovable Kittens, weaned & litter trained, 2 tri colored calico's and 2 gray and white Tuxedo's. 641-4178815.

FREE: 2 Pyrenees- 1 female named Zoey, spayed and 1 male named Zeppelin, neutered. Also, mix female not spayed, 2 year old mix Teddy Bear and Shitzu, named Sammy. All up to date on shots. All need good loving homes.

641-521-0607.

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Reach thousands of customers weekly!

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Soffit & fascia repair & cover.

General Repairs

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Attic & side walls.

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

CITY CLERK for City of Reasnor, approximately 30 hours a month, attend council meetings, prepare monthly, quarterly & yearly reports, sewer billings, deposits and balance checkbook. Send resume to City of Reasnor PO Box 68 Reasnor, IA 50232.

Gutter cleaning.

Call 641-792-6375

PLUMBERS & Helpers, New Construction & Service. Cook Plumbing Corporation.

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641-275-1489 PAINTING

OLD MILITARY items: German, Japanese, and American, and old Advertising signs.

641-4856591.

WANTED:LARGE WOODEN RABBIT Hutch. 641521-3576.

One Low Monthly Rate Advertised for One Month in the Newton Daily News, Jasper County Advertiser, and online!! $60 for a 1” Space, each additional 1/2” is $5 more!

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DOWNED OAK Tree, needs cut up and removed.

641-791-9332.

EMPLOYMENT

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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

WANTED: ENGINE for 22 or 23 Lawn Horse Kollar, with double pipes. Also, looking for any push or riding lawn mowers, snowblowers, that don't run.

Pick up in town or out of town. 792-9648 or 2755475.

WANTED: HANDYMAN. 792-3128.

WILL HAUL away running or non-running riding mowers, push mowers, snow blowers and garden tillers.

Call 792-2416

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

Leasing/Marketing/ Supportive Service Coordinator Full time position with excellent benefits Contact: Juan Wheeler at 641-792-9079 or jwheeler@newburyliving.com www.newburyliving.com This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Newton Health Care Center, is looking for caring, energetic and compassionate individuals to become a member of our team.

The qualified candidates must provide the best quality care for our residents.

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Free Camping for Volunteers at Lake Red Rock.

Seasonal volunteers needed from April 22 thru September 29. Free full-hookup campsite provided in exchange for service.

Contact: Mark.R.Pollastrini@usace.army.mil 641-828-7522 ext 6442 Hawkeye Stages Job Opening Part-Time Office Assistant Hawkeye Stages is currently accepting applications for a part-time Office Assistant at our Newton IA office.

Hours of employment will be approximately 4½ hours per day, Monday - Friday.

Qualifications and skills required include: strong verbal and written communication skills, Microsoft Office skills, professionalism, customer focus, dependability, self-management, attention to detail, organization and flexibility.

Please submit resume and letter of introduction to Hawkeye Stages, 300 E. 17th St. S., Newton IA, Attn: Cathy, or by email to cathyr@hawkeyestages.com.

Job Announcement Vice President of Operations Progress Industries This well-respected central Iowa non-profit corporation provides a full range of services for individuals with disabilities. The Vice President of Operations is responsible for management of staff, budget and program quality of our Home and Community Based Residential services in both Newton and Des Moines, our ICF-ID services, and our Vocational and Day Habilitation programs in Newton.

It’s Garage Sale Season!

Applicants for the Vice President of Operations should have a history of successfully demonstrating a wide range of skills and experience. Experience in Home and Community Based services, a professional degree in a related field as well as experience managing people is required. Finalists may be asked to take personality and skills assessments and must pass a criminal/ abuse background check, a Medicaid exclusion check, a drug screen, a physical examination, a DMV check, and reference checks.

Progress Industries is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Please send a letter of interest and your resume electronically to Kelly Decker, kelly.decker@progressindustries.org or mail to Kelly Decker, Progress Industries, PO Box 1449, Newton, IA 50208.

This position will be available in July 2014 so please submit your interest no later than May 5, 2014.

Out with the old and in with the new.

Place your garage sale items in the Newton Daily News and Advertiser to sell your items fast! $15 1 to 2 days in the Newton Daily News $21 3 days in the Newton Daily News $20 1 time in the Advertiser $10 1 day in the Jasper County Tribune

$3050 1 to 2 days in the Newton Daily News & 1 time in the Advertiser $35 3 days in the Newton Daily News & 1 time in the Advertiser Newton

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

641-792-4000.

42' ROUND Table with an extra leaf and 6 chairs $50 or OBO. Good condition, tan color. 791-9383.

6 DRAWER Dresser, in good condition $20.

Wardrobe with 2 drawers at the bottom, in excellent condition $30. Kitchen table and 4 chairs, excellent condition $115. Call after 2 p.m. 791-7809.

AIR GATE for Ford full size pick up $75 or OBO, white stove hood with fan and lite $10, blue leather recliner good condition $60, 2 lamps, cherry wood color with pewter trim and shades $25 or OBO, Pell Laptop $85 or OBO. 641831-9571.

AR 223/5.56 Carbine Bushmaster, 5 (30) RD clips, 1 (10) RD clips, 200 RD 223 $1500. Must have permit to buy. 641-4179285.

BARREL Com poster with stand that rotates barrel. If you haul $20, if I haul $30.

236-3541.

CAR CHARGER for use with Samsung devices, at half price. 791-7253.

DOG CAGE and dog house $75 or OBO. Mini Remington dehumidifier, brand new, still in the crate, model 365. $50 or OBO. 641-521-6529.

FRASER JOHNSTON HE Furnace 76,000 BTU, asking $200. 792-0152.

GOLF CLUBS- Tour Edge Gradhite Shaft reg. Flex 3 and 6, 21° degree + 30° degree $30 for both. 641781-1308.

H.D. MIDWAY Pearl White Helmet, new in bag, have papers, size XLG $75.

Men's black leather Jacket size XLG, new $50. 7924441.

HARLEY DAVIDSON leather Chaps, excellent condition, size large $55.

641-417-8332.

HOT SPRINGS Hot Tub, $1000, seats 8, excellent condition. Colfax. 719-3711500.

LARGE BOX Antique glass Bottles, very old, make an offer. 641-3634510.

LT 133 John Deere riding lawn mower, excellent condition, always shedded. $500 or OBO. 641-2365119.

MERC 3 Blade, 13 spline prop. (new) $50; Johnson / Evinrude 3 blade – 14 spline prop. $25; Concrete Planters; Camper alum.

Clad 32” X 75 5/8” door $75 or OBO; Steel mail box post with box $15.

641-793-2955.

OLDER ARI ens Snowblower, needs auger gear, but runs very good. Electric start, 4 speed fwd., 1 spd reverse, 8 h.p., 2 stage. $200 or OBO. 641-2755410.

ONE PAIR Men's Carhartt insulated Coveralls, size 46 short, never worn. $50.

641-791-9332.

PUZZLES, MOSTLY 1000 pieces 50¢ each.

7926127.

REESE 16 K Slider 5th Wheel Hitch, used 3 times, paid $1,500 will sell for $900 Firm. 641-275-5080.

ROUND 42” patio table with glass top $25. Child deluxe security gate, extra wide, metal $35. 2 Cabinets good for garage, one hanging with 2 selfs and one free standing with 2 selfs. $10 each. 792-4441.

SHOPSMITH 5-in-one wood Lathe, drill press, boring machine, sander, ect., with tools $695. 641521-1915.

Downtown Living Clean, Modern, Quiet 1 Bedroom Apartment

• Free Heat & Laundry 24 Hours • Access Free Wi Fi & Exercise Equipment in Community Room • Limited Access Entry • Off Street Parking

Flexible Short Term Lease Available

Bristol Square Apartments

Peck Properties, LLC 315 1st St. S., Newton

792-0910

1 BEDROOM upstairs apartment. Off-street parking. No pets.

Water paid. $375/month plus deposit/references.Partially furnished.

641-275-0096 2 BEDROOM Trailer.

Water Paid, no pets. $400/month. 3118 Hwy F48 W #8.

641-792-3445 2 BEDROOM, 2 bath mobile home. Central Air, Refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, garbage disposal. $425.

641-792-4388

APARTMENTS AVAILABLE

1 & 2 bdrm units in Newton & Monroe!

Priced $450-$600 $200 Security Deposits Pet Friendly (some restrictions) W/D Hookups Central Air Dishwasher Private covered Patio or Balcony with storage Laundry Facility onsite (641)792-6939 EHO

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CLEAN 1 bedroom apartment with appliances, heat & water furnished, walking distance to square, laundry facilities, newly remodeled.

Cats with approval and pet deposit. Very quiet building, ready to move into. (641) 792-8182

FOR RENT: Large Two Bedroom Apartment, Stove and Frig. Furnished. Call 641-521-0985. $350.00/Month, Deposit and Ref. Required, No Pets.

MIDTOWN APARTMENTS Conveniently located on the Square in Newton Iowa. We have furnished and unfurnished apartments with all utilities paid. 1st and 13th months free with signed lease.

On-site management and security, 24 hr. laundry, and convenient parking.

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Spring rent Special Walnut creek apartmentS 2 Br $500/mo.

• 1st month Free with 13 month lease on selected units

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510 E. 17th St. S. Newton Next to New Hy-Vee FOR SALE

14 FT ALUMINUM Fishing boat and trailer, Johnson 6 HP gas motor, bow mount foot controlled trolling motor, hand controlled trolling motor, depth and fish finder, swivel seats, hand crank bow mount anchor. $1,800.

641-792-0378.

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SNOW WAY V Plow- one ton truck mounting, new cutting blade. $3,000. 641792-4332 SONY 42 inch LCD Projection TV, new bulb, comes with remote & owners manual. $150 526-3454.

TWIN BED with white headboard, custom wooden frame, nice mattress. $85. 792-1920.

2 PIECE, hard rock, maple Hutch, 68 ½” tall x 17” D x 43” W, excellent condition $125. Can help move if needed. Solid Oak Entertainment Center, holds 26” TV, has glass door on left with shelves, storage underneath, 54” W X 52” H X 20” D, TV area is 29” W X 26” H, $75. 641-840-0208.

2750-20 TIRES on 8 bolt rims. $150 for both. 641791-9332.

WOMAN'S SCHWINN Bicycle, in perfect shape. $100. 787-1919.

“32 WEDDING Songs” Solos or voice, piano or organ,vintage, 1959, good condition. $3. “Songs of the American Cowboy” sheet music piano/guitar, 1988, excellent condition. $3. 641-791-2220.

AUTOMOTIVE

1976 Cutlass Supreme 350 OLDS Auto.

Fresh rebuild on motortrans. 65,000 miles on car, Charcoal grey with red interior. Call 515-729-3073 or 641-521-1588. $3,800.00 1984 PRAIRIE Schooner 5th wheel, 32 ft., Camper.

Never used but needs work. 1986 Ford F250 with 5th wheel and receiver hitch, used little, low miles. $4000 for both. 792-4334.

1996 CHEVY Monte Carlo Z34, black with spoiler, hood scoop, ground effects, and sunroof. Needs transmission work, but still runs. $1,100 or OBO. 641888-0868.

1997 FORD Conversion Van. Heavy ½ ton, great for towing. New front end and front tires. Runs great. $2400. 515-778-2792 1999 ARCTIC Cat 4wheeler ATV, like new, runs great! $1950. 641831-3821. No calls after 8 pm.

1999 LEXUS GS 300, 189,000 miles, runs excellent $3500. 641-792-4385.

AUTOMOTIVE

TWO Taurus SHO's. 1993 Ford Taurus SHO: 81200+ one owner miles. Manual 5 speed overdrive transmission. All options except sunroof. Ultra red crimson color. Very clean, good to excellent condition. Included owners manual, Ford repair manual, Chiltion repair manual, purchase papers, repair records, original floor mats, and 1993 magazine articles. Vehicle is ready to drive anywhere.

1995 SHO: Parts car with lots of good parts. Bad engine and automatic transmission. Good Body, glass, wheels, and more. Asking $4900 for both cars. 641791-2220.

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2008 SUNSET Creek by Sunny Brook, 27' travel trailer, 12' slide out, walk in shower, regular size bed, sofa, and table make into a bed. 2 platform rockers and TV included, electric front jack, good condition, $12,000. Call 641-7924935 DAEWOO-DD802L DOZER $20,000. 641-792-4332 REAL ESTATE

1968 BLUE Ford Mustang Convertible. 60,000 miles, 289 Automatic. 641-7924481 or 641-521-7813 REAL ESTATE

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2009 CHEVY Malibu LS, 4d, gray, 89,500 miles, great condition, very clean, well maintained. Moving must sell. $8,750. 641521-6092.

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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

2005 HARLEX Road King, black detach windshield, 46,273 miles, new tires, Andrews Cams, power command K-N Air filter, extra seat Mustang with removable back rest, lowered 2” progressive adjustable shocks. $10,000 or OBO. 641-275-5188.

2005 TRAILBLAZER, L.T. 88,000 miles, good tires, sunroof, Bose sound system, magestic red, gray interior, runs great, sharp, Must see! $8,800. 641990-5100 or 641-5268719.

2007 CHEVY COBALT, RED, 121,2112 MILES. IN GREAT SHAPE. PERFECT FOR ANYONE WANTING A FABULOUS RUNNING CAR WITH UNBEATABLE GAS MILEAGE. WE ARE ONLY SELLING BECAUSE OUR FAMILY IS GROWING AND WE UPGRADED TO A LARGER VEHICLE. ASKING $4,000 OBO. CALL (409) 789-3825

The Newton Daily News and Jasper County Advertiser have an exciting opportunity for a talented and energetic person to join our advertising department as a full-time outside sales professional. Our ever-growing advertising mediums include the Newton Daily News, newtondailynews.com, Jasper County Advertiser, Jasper County Tribune, Jasper County Living Magazine, Central Iowa Ag Mag and Shaw Digital Services. If you have an interest in media and sales and are looking to build your career, this might be the opportunity you are looking for.

As an outside sales professional, your activities will include working with a variety of local clients. You will introduce the features and benefits of our advertising solutions and determine programs designed to help your clients’ business grow.

The ideal candidate should have prior sales experience, but is not required. You must have strong written and verbal communication skills, basic computer and typing skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

You must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance. Pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

This is a full-time position that does offer benefits including health, dental and 401k plan.

Please send resume to: Jeff Holschuh, Advertising Director 200 1st Ave E, P.O. Box 967 Newton, IA 50208 or email to: jholschuh@newtondailynews.com EOE

Astrograph Monday, April 7, 2014

Some people find it fun to be chased; others would rather do the chasing. If you know the preferences of the person you are dealing with, you can structure your interaction accordingly. If you don’t, you’ll need to be very attuned to the messages people are sending. The intuitive Cancer moon helps with that.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 7). Following your own emotional cues, you’ll choose the best people for your life this month. Being in tune with how you feel will also help you determine the flow of a relationship through June. May brings a breakthrough in regard to one of your abilities.

You rise to a new level and start earning bigger rewards for your work.

Leo and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 7, 33, 25 and 19.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There’s an art to making people want what you want. One of the first rules of influence is that if it’s felt, it will be resisted.

That’s why a gentle touch,

or no touch at all, will be most persuasive.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). There’s a small but crucial task that will make a notable difference in the outcome of a project. Do you know what it is? If not, take a step back. Ask yourself what could go wrong. Do you see it now?

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You will be more in tune with what it is you really seek from a relationship. It’s not the same goal you started out with.

Something beautiful will occur within the bounds of a breathless pause.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22). You get the feeling that someone is falling for the glamour around you rather than with who you really are. It doesn’t matter. They are indeed falling in love, and it has to start somewhere.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23).

Just because you make it very easy for a person to deliver doesn’t mean you’ll get the delivery.

In fact, it’s now better to stand back, do nothing and let the stronger candidates prove themselves to you.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). It’s often the case that creative, intelligent and thoughtful people are the ones who see beauty where others cannot.

However, great beauty is recognized by all.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24Nov. 21). Your challenge isn’t so difficult; it’s just unusual, and so most people won’t know how to help you. There is help out there for you, though.

It won’t come from the first person you talk to. Be ready to work your way up the ladder.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22).

There is awesome power in integrity. Today this has less to do with honor as defined by the role you play and more to do with integrating the polarities within you: good/bad, strong/weak etc.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ve developed uniquely ordered methods that get you to a desired result. It is now time to streamline your approach and improve the results. So what’s working and what’s not? What

could you be doing better?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Most photographers do not attempt portraiture with a wideangle lens.

A tighter focus is required to truly see and bring out the beauty of a person.

You’ll focus in on one person in particular.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Give yourself the gift of uninterrupted focus.

Keep in mind that even wonderful disruptions are still disruptions, and that’s not what you need now.

Where can you go where you won’t be disturbed?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You may not stumble into the best you can do right off the bat. Stay open to the possibilities. You can escalate the excitement by choosing a more exciting prospect.

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