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There have been small improvements for Jasper County youth in terms of poverty conditions and other factors that contribute to child abuse incidents.

However, the county still has a long way to go, based on statistics, and leaders are using Child Abuse Awareness Month to get out new information and to encourage reporting.

Jackie Sparks is the director of the Jasper County Council for the Prevention of Child Abuse.

Her organization is responsible for coordinating education programs aimed at deterring and detecting abuse, as well as advocating for legislation that positively impacts children and families and bringing attention to abuse issues through fundraisers, public awareness events and through electronic media.

“One of the toughest things to do is to bring up child abuse and talk about before it happens,” Sparks said.

“That’s why education is such a big part of what Sparks we do.”

The Child and Family Policy Center released its most recent Iowa Kids Count report in January of this year, compiling and listing data in 20 different tables for 2014. IKC, affiliated with National Kids Count, released statistics that show trends and curves indicating Jasper County is among the state’s leaders when it comes to number of child abuse reports.

The Iowa Department of Health Services made some changes in reporting and categorizing data between 2013 and

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If you haven’t been to the Newton Public Library recently, you might see a new face on your next visit.

And if you haven’t seen some of the items and services NPL has recently introduced, Becca Klein will be glad

2014, so some direct comparisons are not possible. However, there were still some alarming statistics in the 2016 Iowa Kids Count report.

Jasper County’s overall youth population dropped from 9,173 in 2000 to 8,076 in 2014. It dropped by more than 200 youths just between 2013 and 2014. Newton Community School District’s overall enrollment remained basically steady from October 2014 to October 2015, though it is still considerably lower than in the early 2000s.

One category of the report — confirmed abuse and neglect — showed child welfare is where Jasper County is struggling the most.

There were 108 confirmed cases of abuse neglect in the county in 2000, rising to 241 in 2013. Only nine counties in Iowa topped Jasper’s rate increase of 148.9 percent over that span.

In 2014, there were 269 child abuse assessments completed, and though only 85 cases of abuse were reported, those cases involved 118 abused children.

to point those out.

Klein was hired last month as the NPL public services librarian.

The Rochester, Minn. native said one thing that makes her happy is when someone returns to a library after years away and discovers all the new offerings.

“What excites me is when someone comes in to a library they haven’t been to for a long time, like maybe 10 years or more,” Klein said. “Then they notice all the new things there.

They see libraries for what they are: centers of the community, with something for everyone.”

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Jason W. Brooks/Daily News Becca Klein was hired last month as the Newton Public Library’s Public Services Librarian. The Rochester, Minn. native said one thing that makes her happy is when someone returns to a library after years away and discovers all the new offerings.

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Study will examine Mercy Home Care and Hospice ready to serve labor force in Jasper County

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News

Newton Daily News The Newton Development Corporation, along with the Jasper County Economic Development Corporation, will be working with Iowa Workforce Development’s Regional Research Bureau to complete a laborshed employment study for the Jasper County area.

This study is based upon commuting patterns into the area and will examine the labor force from which Jasper County area employers draw their employees. The study will assist existing and potential businesses to better understand the size and characteristics of the area’s labor force regardless of political boundaries.

The laborshed boundary is based on the place of residence of individuals commuting into the Jasper County area for employment.

For the success of this study, organizers will be sending letters to employers in Newton and Jasper County asking that they provide us with aggregate counts of their employees’ LABORSHED | 3A

With the same dedicated staff, Mercy Home Care and Hospice is ready to serve the greater Jasper County. Formerly Skiff Home Care and Hospice, Mercy is working to make a seamless transition of care for the patients and families as Skiff continues with its integration into the Mercy system.

“With the integration after the purchase of Skiff Medical Center to the Mercy system, Skiff ’s home care and hospice rolled into Mercy home health and hospice. We still have the same dedicated, trusted staff employed, but our home office is now located in Des Moines with a team that services the Newton area and Jasper County,” client relations executive Erica Wegner said.

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Submitted Photo With a larger staff, Mercy Home Care and Hospice is prepared to provide the same quality services citizens of Jasper County have come to know and depend on. Mercy Home Care and Hospice is taking over Skiff Home Care and Hospice services following the acquisition of Skiff.

sition of Skiff, Wegner said there has been a lot of confusion by the public, particularly after Skiff home care and hospice signage was removed from the hospital. Mercy is working to answer any questions and calm all worries through speaking at community events, local churches and an upcoming Newton Chamber of Commerce breakfast.

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reaching out to the community and making sure they have the correct information and just earning their trust again in our care. I know change is very difficult and there has been a lot of change within the Newton community. Our goal is to be the provider of choice once again for both home care and hospice,” Wegner said.

With the integration to Mercy Home Care

and Hospice, Medicare deemed the Newton site should be designated as a drop site. The drop site designation means staff will continue to have an office at Skiff but patient records will be kept in Des Moines and all phone calls will be rolled to the main Des Moines office.

Also, because the Newton office is now a drop site, it can no longer have signage stating it is Mercy Home Care and Hospice, as that part of advertising restrictions.

Mercy Home Care and Hospice services will remain virtually the same with a few new therapies to enhance the patient’s life and family’s experience. Skilled home health services include nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, social work services and aid services.

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Hy-Vee to host walking challenge, summer walking group Six-week walk event begins Monday Newton Daily News ​​Newton Hy-Vee registered dietitian Emily Ring will be leading a six-week Walking Challenge beginning Monday. The challenge will be at 6 p.m.

Mondays and at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays.

Participants are encouraged to keep track of their personal times and distances during the challenge to monitor improvements. The challenge will be held at Agnes Patterson Park/Newton Arboretum to offer a variety of trails and distances for participants to choose from.

Registration is available by phone at 641-792-7030 or in person at the Newton Hy-Vee Customer Service counter. After the six-week challenge is completed, Ring will continue to host weekly walking groups at various parks in Newton, and community members are encouraged to join in each week.

“Walking is a great way to increase physical activity. Regular exercise can

help keep blood pressure in check and walking helps lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good) cholesterol,” Ring said.

Hy-Vee and its registered dietitians are committed to making lives easier, healthier and happier.

The Newton Hy-Vee dietitians offer a variety of classes and programs each month. Events can be found at hy-vee. com or on Facebook.

Fitness Courses Newton YMCA

1701 S. Eighth Ave. E. through May 28 Body Pump Tuesdays and Thursdays — 5:15 to 6:15 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays — 5:30 to 6:10 p.m.

Saturdays — 9 to 10 a.m.

For anyone looking to get lean, toned and fit – fast. Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BODYPUMP gives you a total body workout. Instructors will coach you through the moves and techniques pumping out encouragement, motivation and great music.

Cycle Wednesdays — 5:45 to 6:30 a.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays — 6:15 to 7 p.m.

This class is a great cardiovascular workout. Pedal through hill climbs, sprints, and many other challenging drills and rides.

Submitted Photo 2 Degrees Food Director of Business Development and Partnerships Peter Walters, left, visits with a family in Haiti after donating meals on a trip. 2 Degrees Food mission is to bridge the gap between consumers in the United States and hungry children all over the world.

Foods that give back

By Emily Ring Newton Hy-Vee Dietitian When you’re shopping at the grocery store and you see all the different brands of foods, you might not think too much past the name on the label.

But what if you knew about the brands that pay it forward? What if you knew that by buying a certain brand of food, a portion of the proceeds would go to help a specific charity, or when you buy one product, the brand will donate food to someone in need, would that change your mind?

First let’s look at the “buy-onegive-one” approach.

2 Degrees bars are just one of the brands that looks to help those in need. Its mission is simple: to fight childhood hunger. Part of the company’s mission statement says “the distance between you and a hungry child may seem far, but you’re only two degrees away.”

These snack bars are consciously crafted to meet different needs such as being gluten free, vegan, and low sodium. They are also not only nutritious by containing a variety of whole grains and seeds such as quinoa, millet and chia

seed, but for every bar purchased a meal is provided to a child in need.

To date, 2 Degrees Foods has donated more than 1 million meals to countries around the world.

To find out more about their impact and the company’s mission, visit twodegreesfood.com.

PB Crave, a delicious peanut butter spread that comes in different flavors such as CoCo Bananas, Razzle Dazzle, Cookie Nookie and Choco Choco, is not only a food that will make our taste buds dance but is trying to make a larger impact on the lives of those who need it most. The company says “a minimum of 2 percent of the profit from every jar of PB Crave peanut butter goes directly to Project Peanut Butter, a nonprofit organization focused on treating malnourished children.” Project Peanut Butter helps children in need by providing ready-to-use therapeutic food. It is similar to a peanut butter paste but more energy-dense to meet the needs of malnourished children.

While it may seem like a small step, looking into the foods you shop for can have a larger impact than just meeting your needs.

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Do you want to run a 5K but don’t know where to start? Join us as we take you through an easy-to-follow program that provides you appropriate workouts to get you ready for race day. The training program will include appropriate warm-ups, stretching exercises and cool-down routines while progressing workout intensity and duration in a gradual and safe way to combat running injuries.

Line Dancing Thursdays — 9 to 10 a.m.

You never need a partner for our line dancing class, but feel free to bring along your friends to enjoy the music and atmosphere. Not only will you look good dancing, but you are also exercising.

Outside Cycle Mondays — 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Three groups ride routes led by a group leader. Groups will ride eight to 20 miles depending on the group.

Step Aerobics Mondays and Wednesdays — 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

High intensity aerobic workout utilizing the STEP bench. Choreography is moderate to complex. This class is designed for participants who want to increase cardiovascular fitness.

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Thursdays — Noon to 12:45 p.m.

Experience the mind/body connection through a series of postures, creating a continuous flow, accompanied by deep breathing. Yoga focuses on internal strength, postural integration and radiant health.

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This short but highly effective class connects your mind and body through a series of postures, creating a continuous flow, accompanied by deep breathing. Enjoy increased flexibility, physical and internal strength in just 30 minutes.

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Teamsters Local 238 endorse Breckenridge Newton Daily News Teamsters local 238 announced Wednesday its endorsement for Iowa House candidate Wes Breckenridge, for House District 29.

As an organization, Teamsters hold certain values and core beliefs to be pillars in any candidate Breckenridge seeking an endorsement and upon reviewing Breckenridge’s platform for office it believes his values

and their values are perfectly aligned, the Teamsters said in a news release.

Breckenridge has vowed to be a team player and work together within his own party and across party lines, the news release states.

The Teamsters identified the following reasons for the endorsement: • The proper funding levels for schools in Iowa is a key issue facing any candidate seeking office and Breckenridge understands the current funding levels not only have a negative impact on teachers and students but also the thousands of other additional sup-

port staff across the state, many of whom are represented by the Teamsters.

• The protection of collective bargaining rights for public employees is another important issue. As a former union member before being promoted and working in the public sector, Breckenridge understands the value of the employees to have a voice in their working conditions and wages and not to be forced to simply take what the employer feels is appropriate or fair.

• As Iowa’s largest law enforcement representative, the Teamsters want to ensure common sense laws are passed re-

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Prevention Continued from Page 1A Jasper County was the 14th worst county in the state in 2014 in abused individuals per 1,000 children in the population at 14.1. That number is nearly 21 percent higher than it was in 2000.

Polk County, home to the state’s largest city, Des Moines, is at 11.1 per 1,000 children — a 25 percent improvement since 2000.

There were 921 incidents of drug-affected children in Iowa in 2014, and 719 reported incidents of sexual abuse.

The report quotes U.S. Census Bureau statistics in stating 13.6 percent of Jasper County children were living below the poverty level in 2012. The jump from 658 children in that category in 2000 to 1,085 in 2012 is an increase of 83.8 percent.

Sparks said the upside of some of these gloomy statistics is not only have awareness and education made abuse less of a taboo subject, but it’s also been easier for parents to talk about positive parenting techniques with each other.

“That’s why we have preventive programming,” Sparks said. “It gets these conversations rolling.”

Contact Jason W. Brooks at 641-792-3121 ext. 6532 or jbrooks@newtondailynews.com

Laborshed Continued from Page 1A residential zip codes. This reporting will give an understanding of where each community’s workforce resides.

Once that laborshed area is determined, a confidential household telephone survey will be conducted in those identified areas. The questions will cover topics such as employment status, current and desired wages, current and desired benefits, education level and type of occupation. Survey results will be applied to demographic data to determine the size of the Jasper County area labor force as well as various labor force characteristics. Iowa Workforce Development will not be asking survey takers any identifiable information such as name, social security number or date of birth.

The results for each county and regional laborshed analysis can be found at www.iowaworkforcedevelopment.gov/laborshed-studies.

If you have any question about the laborshed workforce project, contact Katie Lippold at 515281-3035 or Frank Liebl at 641-787-8209.

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Klein’s third full week in Newton is National Library Week. First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries across the United States each April — typically in the month’s second full week.

Klein earned her bachelor’s degree from Rocky Mountain College in Montana and spent the past four years at the Rapid City Public Library in South Dakota. Moving to central Iowa was a homecoming of sorts, as she’s much closer to Minnesota family now.

She takes over the public services position vacated when Nicole Lindstrom was hired as library director. Klein has some big shoes to fill in terms of the programs Lindstrom developed, the hectic year-round schedule of keeping programs going, and

lating to the manner in which law enforcement conducts its work and to ensure laws which would make the job more difficult than it already is are addressed early in the legislative process.

• The protection of the Iowa Public Employment Retirement System (IPERS) and the Municipal Police and Fire Pension system are critical. Governors and legislatures across the country have pilfered and redirected funds from public employees pension systems to other projects — we must make sure this is never the case in Iowa. Both retirement systems are viable and are cur-

the high level of service Newton residents have come to expect “under the blue roof.”

Phyllis Peter handles children’s program, while Klein is, essentially, the adult-programming counterpart. Klein said there have been many discussions in her first few weeks about classes, presentations and interactive events that will interest area readers.

“There was already an excellent line of adult programs here,” Klein said. “I just want to keep it going, and add to it.

We want people to think of this library as a place of learning.”

One recent event that has taken place since Klein took over was the Ladies’ Lock-In, where about 10 women showed up for an evening program and four actually spent the night in the library. She said the event was well-received, and there are discussions of having it again later in the year.

Another upcoming event will be a presentation by Neal Smith Na-

Hospice

Continued from Page 1A “We also have multiple chronic care management programs that focus on educating patients on chronic disease management to enable them to stay at home and independent,” Wegner said.

For hospice, the welcome addition of a larger staff provides more support for the patient and family including 24-hour a day service and evening and weekend admissions.

“We strive to follow up on a hospice referral within two hours of receiving it. We reach out to the family and coordinate a time where we can sit down and talk with them face to face and ex-

tional Wildlife Refuge personnel about pollinators. Klein sounds as though she’s read a great deal on the subject, including the grave potential consequences of the reduction in bees and butterflies, and has noticed there are Jasper County people with an interest in that cause as well.

A summer reading program for adults is also in the works.

Classes are another part of adult program.

While some classes are focused on learning to use technology for various tasks, others are centered on more seasonal interests, such as gardening.

Current events will remain a strong component of programming, Klein said. Lindstrom frequently set up special displays devoted to a holiday, author, book theme or a contemporary subject, such as equality issues, and Klein seems eager to continue this custom.

She mentioned the TV show “Dowton Abbey” as a theme for an

plain our hospice services and what their goals and wishes are,” Wegner said. “Having that additional staff is a big benefit.”

Along with still providing care for hospice patients at Skiff Medical Center in specially designated hospice rooms within the hospital, Mercy has contracts with all of the skilled nursing facilities in the area.

“If a patient is at home and they are no long safe at home or family and patient decide together that they need to move to a long term care facility, we can help with that transition and make that as easy as possible and continue our care in the long term care facility within the Newton community,” Wegner said.

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Wes Breckenridge has shown himself to be a leader as well as a man of integrity and drive, the Teamsters said in the release.

“Breckenridge’s service to the community whether through his full-time employment as a police officer or his roles as a teacher, volunteer coach, or mentor in many community organizations prove his intentions are pure and honorable,” the Teamsters said.

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

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Additional services have been added to hospice end-of-life care as well. Massage, music and pet therapy enhance the focus of caring for the mind, body and spirit for patients in their final days.

Also, grief and bereavement support will continue to be available for community members.

“Mercy’s home care and hospice division is specialized in that and so we’re just excited to have enhanced quality of care from the same great nurses and providers who previously provided these services at Skiff,” CEO Brett Altman said. “They are a true asset to our community.”

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There have been a long list of enlightening guest speakers, presenters and performers at NPL. Klein will be responsible for keeping this going — especially on the promotion side.

Social media and internet use should pose no challenge to Klein; she was a digital services librarian in Rapid City. She’s focusing on learning about central Iowa and its unique characteristics — such as being a target for candidates during caucus season.

“Politics always grab reader interests — especially with the colorful cast we’ve had this time around,” she said.

Klein said she is both a dog lover and a book lover.

“Of course, I love books, but I also love what libraries can still become,” Klein said. “I love seeing them evolve, just as a reader’s understanding evolves.”

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Opinion Should we reduce courtship to 140 characters?

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recently realized I’m becoming what most young people subconsciously fear as they leave their 20s behind and enter their “adult decades.” I’m becoming out of touch with youth culture. I only recognize half of the artists of top 40 radio these days — I prefer NPR — and my fashion scene is not colorful.

While enjoying my black coffee at Starbucks in Ankeny last weekend — at some point in my late 20s I said “screw the lattes, mochas and pumpkin spice, I’m just going for it” — I was reading an Aug. 24, 2015 Mashable Lifestyles article about millennial dating culture. It referenced a Vanity Fair article in which daters age 18-29 will exchange as few as 10 text messages before arranging a date or

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Showing my age even further— or just line of work — I’m much more likely to pick up a Vanity Fair to read an indepth piece than read an internet-based story compiler’s post about the article.

I’m not judging millennials and their lifestyle choices. In fact, I asked myself, had I had access to a swipe dating app like Tinder when I was a naive 18-yearold University of Iowa freshman, how many texts or Snaps would I have sent before I would be tempted to ask the closing question?

Although I’m technically part of the millennial generation — born from 1982 to 2004 — I’ve always been a bit of an old soul. One of my first serious dates in college was at a 21-only jazz bar, and I risked arrest to get inside — using a friendship with a fellow Spanish class student who was a waitress to get myself

and my also under-21 date through the door. All that for an Ornette Coleman tribute show. I’m pretty sure my date had no clue who the famous tenor sax player was, but it was a chance to show my early-onset sophistication (cue the eye roll).

The cultural difference between those who take their smartphone in a Monster High backpack to Mrs. Good’s first grade classroom and those who came of age with computer technology is pretty stark. Those born in the 1980s, like myself, played “Oregon Trail” on the Apple II while sitting in the classroom corner before going out to play kick-soccer baseball. Today, kids play Angry Birds on an iPhone while standing next to the swing set on the playground. This is a far cry from legal adults using apps for adult purposes, but life-in-screen culture is imprinted at a young age.

The Mashable article cites a May 2015 report in the Archives of Sexual Behavior which compiles empirical data showing millennials are more likely than the previous generation to engage in casual sex, increasing from 25 percent to 38 percent. This is a lifestyle choice that in itself may not be detrimental to society,

but the lack of emotional and intellectual vetting of a partner before committing to such an intimate act goes beyond our modern, instant gratification society.

Even in the swinging 60s, when free love reigned, sex was a search for human connections.

It begs to ask where has the connection gone? Where is the thrill of the chase and the attributes learned about another person and yourself in the process?

Working in a hook-up like throwing in an evening trip to the gym or scheduling an mid-morning staff meeting is robotic. In our modern society, we have a wide range of people who feel physical intimacy is still only an act for a godly union, those who don’t see marriage as necessary but still consider sex as an intimate and special act, some who see it as a healthy endeavor and others who treat it as a throw-away practice.

Diminishing this part of humanity to a few characters on a 5-inch screen could continue to deny us the social interaction that is becoming harder to find in a world increasingly behind the screen.

Contact Mike Mendenhall at mmendenhall@newtondailynews.com

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Locked out

I usually step into the garage with Ginnie as she takes off for her early morning commute to Ottumwa. I tell her to look both ways before pulling out onto the highway, to watch out for deer and to text me when she arrives at work. She has humorously translated these instructions into silly hand signals: for looking both ways at the highway, she pretends she’s holding the steering wheel, while rapidly turning her head; for watching out for deer, she holds two fingers by her temple, like antlers; and for texting me, she finger punches the palm of her hand.

This particular morning of which I’m speaking was no different than the rest. We kissed goodbye, Ginnie went through her pantomime, and she drove off into the cold, dark morning. I turned to go back into the house, and the door was locked.

No problem, I’ll just call Ginnie and have her come back with the key. Fortunately, I had my cell phone.

When I heard, “Your call has been forwarded to an automatic recording device,” a sinking feeling hit me in the gut. I left a forlorn message, “Come back, I’m locked out!”

We had been having trouble with the garage-door opener. It doesn’t want to close the door when the wind is strong, which, in the country, is far too often. I had left the garage door open during the night with the intent of working on it in the morning.

Therefore, I had locked the inside door to the house, something I normally don’t do since we have an attached garage. I told myself to be sure and unlock the door before stepping out into the garage in the morning. Famous last thoughts.

So, here I am in my PJ’s, in the garage, and it’s 32 degrees. A thousand thoughts ran through my head.

“Ah, ha!” There is a combination lock to the kitchen door. “Oh, what is that four-digit number?” I tried to remember. The previous owners of the house had set the combination. We hardly ever use that door.

Therefore the order of the digits is easy to forget.

Fortunately, I had a pair of insulated coveralls and a stocking cap hanging in the garage. I pulled them on and went outside and tried what I thought was the combination. No luck. In fact, in trying multiple sets of digits, the combination lock, “thinking” there might be an intruder, shut down completely.

“Dagnabit!”

I walked around the outside of the house in my coveralls and slippers. The house was buttoned up tight. Through the window, I could see Morning Joe on the TV. The house never looked so inviting. But the only way I was going to get in was by breaking a window or smashing down a door, something I was loath to do. I saw Buddy in his pen, wagging his tail, wondering what I was doing outside. I brought him into the garage with me and we cuddled up in a corner, like a homeless man with his dog. To keep my hands warm, I slid them under his soft belly. Buddy licked my face and looked at me like, “What in the heck is going on?”

In an hour, if her phone was working, Ginnie would text me. She would have to come home again with her key. Jeez. If her phone wasn’t working, I was stuck in the garage until she got home.

It is a good half mile to a neighbor’s house. Buddy whined. I went through my litany of prayers: The Lord’s Prayer, The Serenity Prayer, The 23 Psalm, The Third-Step Prayer, over and over again. Not really fox-hole prayers, but close enough.

I was drifting off when my phone beeped. It was Ginnie’s text. I called her. She had the combination to the kitchen door in her purse. I tried it. It worked.

I was in! Home never felt so good. Thank you God for saving me from myself! Ginnie has a new hand signal. She jiggles her hand, then circles one ear with her index finger. It’s called, “Check the door, silly!”

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Proudly supports Breckenridge I proudly support Wes Breckenridge for State Representative in House District 29. I have known Wes Breckenridge for more than 20 years.

Over the years, I have worked closely with Wes in his many roles at the Newton Police Department. These roles include patrol officer, drug task force officer, school resource officer, DARE instructor and now as a lieutenant. Wes has been very

Kelley has served us well I’m voting for Rep. Dan Kelley on June 7. He has served us well for six years. We’ve elected him three times, and he’s always served us well.

He’s a hard-worker, listens to constituents and calls them like he sees them.

We’ve needed a leader who is honest about the challenges we face in Newton for a long time. Dan shies away from nothing.

Please join me in re-electing Dan to a fourth term as our state representative. He deserves it, and we need him.

Jeff Oskam Newton

dedicated to public safety, service to the community and his family. Wes has worked tirelessly to make Newton and Jasper County a better place to live and work. He has treated everyone with respect and has had a deep concern for those who cannot protect themselves.

Wes has shown his dedication to the citizens of Jasper County in several ways. He has taken every opportunity to become the best public servant he can be by bettering himself through education and training, including attending the FBI academy.

He also serves as an educator

Breckenridge will tackle the issues Wes Breckenridge is running for Iowa House District 29 and I am proud to support him. As a dedicated public servant for over 23 years, he has served and protected the citizens of Jasper County and Newton with a compassion and dedication that has left a deep impact on our community. I am certain that he will have the same impact at the state level as a representative of District 29.

I believe that Wes will do everything in his power to make sure that he continues to extend his partnerships with community members and organizations, as well as individuals, to solve problems facing his constituents. He understands the problems and issues that we, as citizens, face every

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at DMACC, where he educates young people about criminal justice. Wes is a member of local groups like Noon Kiwanis and Newton Says No to Human Trafficking, a local social action network.

Wes is honest and hard working. He takes the time to learn about the issues facing our county and state. Wes will work hard for his future constituents. Please join me on June 7 in voting for Wes Breckenridge for the Democratic nominee for Iowa House District 29.

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day and has our best interest at heart.

From funding our education system to mental health services; water quality improvement and natural resource conservation efforts to veteran support funding, Wes takes the time to understand each and every issue important to those around him. If you have a question or concern, you can have a conversation with him and truly be heard. He’s never not answered a phone call, ignored an email or walked away from a meeting. If you reach out to him, he will make every effort to contact you.

I personally know Wes know and can say that is a hardworking man of integrity who will unite and strengthen our voices in the Iowa House of Representatives. Please join me in voting for him on June 7.

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Obituaries James Stevens

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April 11, 2016

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James Stevens, 53, of Marshalltown, died Monday, April 11, 2016, at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System in Des Moines. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16 at Newton Union Cemetery. The Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

A funeral mass for Margaret Mottet, 92, of Newton, will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 15 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Newton. The family will greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday evening at the Pence-Reese Funeral Home. A public vigil service will begin at 6 p.m.

Births Lexie Jonell Auffert

Reagan Duane Rozendaal

April 4, 2016 Brett And Kelsie Auffert, of Newton, announce the birth of their daughter, Lexie Jonell Auffert, born April 4, 2016, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton. She weighed 7 pounds, 14.8 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long. Lexie joins sister Aubrie Zita Auffert, 2.

Grandparents are James and Zita Lambert, of Kellogg, Cindy and Doug Mikkelson, of Newton and David Auffert, of Parnell.

Great-grandparents are Donna Auffert, of Parnell, Joan Cox, of Maryville and Irene Mikkelson, of Newton.

JCARL to host Doggie Spa Day The Jasper County Animal Rescue League and Humane Society, 5411 Liberty Ave., will host a Doggie Spa Day fundraiser from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. No appointments are necessary and the cost is a free will donation.

Bring your dog for a bath, nail trim and ear cleaning.

Your pup must be up to date on rabies and on a leash.

We will have a professional groomer on hand to assist For more information about what’s going on at the Jasper County Rescue League visit www.jcarl.org.

If you would like more information about this event contact them at 641-7925407 or email them at jcarl@ iowatelecom.net.

April 11, 2016 Brad and Liz Rozendaal, of Newton, announce the birth of their son, Reagan Duane Rozendaal, born April 11, 2016, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton.

He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long. Reagan

joins siblings Peyton 8, Lane, 7 and Haylee, 1.

Grandparents are Duane and Jodi Rozendaal, of Newton, Curt and Cheryl Gifford, of Des Moines, and Karlene Gifford, of Newton.

Great-grandparents Gorman and LaDonna Rozendaal, of Sully, Arlene Gifford, of Kellogg, Gary Otto, of Brooklyn and Kenneth Hunt, of Lacy.

Zeta Chapter to welcome new members Thursday Members of Zeta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International have planned a special gathering Thursday to initiate four new members. Current members should meet by 6:30

p.m. at the United Presbyterian Church in downtown Newton.

Refreshments will be served, and the Founders’ Day observance will also be part of the evening.

Breckenridge to host six upcoming ‘Conversations with the Candidate’ events Wes Breckenridge, Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 29, will host another series of “Conversations with the Candidate” across Jasper County in the coming weeks.

All citizens are invited to attend to ask questions or address concerns.

Upcoming Events: • Uncle Nancy’s Coffee House —

10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday • Mingo Community Center — 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 23 • Colfax Senior Center — 11 a.m. to noon April 29 • Kellogg Fire Station — 9 to 10 a.m. April 30 • Blue Ribbon Café in Baxter — 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. April 30 • Prairie City Library — 9 to 10 a.m. May 7

Jasper County drug take-back day Newton Daily News Employee & Family Resources, in partnership with the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Department, invites Jasper County residents to dispose of unwanted, expired or unused medications in an environmentally safe way to keep them out of the hands of people who may abuse them.

Stop by the Newton and Colfax Fire Departments on Drug TakeBack Day, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

April 30.

Items to be accepted: • Prescription and over-thecounter medications • Medication samples • Pet medications

• Vitamins, supplements and homeopathic • Ointments, lotions, creams, oils & soaps Items not accepted: • Needles/sharps/syringes with needles • Aerosols or pressurized containers • Thermometers • IV bags • Bloody or infectious waste • Hydrogen peroxide • Illicit substances • Inhalers Keep all substances in their original container if possible. All liquids must be sealed in leak proof, clear plastic bags. Mark out any identifying information. Unidenti-

fied medications will be accepted.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 44 people die every day from prescription pain medication overdose, while 7,000 receive emergency room treatment for using the drugs in ways other than prescribed or directed.

“The Jasper County drug drop is a quick and easy way to responsibly get rid of unused or expired medication,” Katie Brown, Employee & Family Resources’ Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist said.

Employee & Family Resources Substance Abuse Prevention Services are funded by a grant from the Iowa Department of Public Health.

With questions, contact Katie Brown at 515-243-4200.

Police Blotter Newton Police Department • Allison M. Neeley, 19, of Grinnell, is charged with possession of drug paraphernalia after authorities were called at 6:10 a.m. Sunday to Bank Iowa. Officers found Neeley in her vehicle with

watery, bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. While searching her purse, officers found a metal grinder with a small amount of marijuana, a ceramic pipe and small bags with marijuana residue in them.

She was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

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• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

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

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

• Jasper County Democratic Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Garden Room at Park Centre, 500 First St. N. in Newton. All Democrats are welcome to attend.

• Bake Sale will begin at 11 a.m. Friday at Newton YMCA, 1701 S. Eighth Ave. E. The proceeds from the bake sale will be donated to the Relay for Life campaign.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at noon Friday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Newton.

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

• Game Night will begin at 6 p.m. Friday at The Salvation Army of Newton, 301 N. Second Ave. E. in Newton. Board games and snacks will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring their own games as well. Families welcome.

• Early Spring 4-Person Best Shot will begin at 8 a.m. Saturday at Westwood Golf Course in Newton. There is a $30 per person entry fee. All scores will be flighted after play is concluded.

Number of flights to be determined by size of the field. Tee times will run from 8 a.m. to noon. To reserve a time, call 641-792-3087.

• Defenders of Play 5K/Fun Run will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at Agnes Patterson Park in Newton. The purpose of the fun run is to celebrate the week of the young child and raise money for Iowa’s homeless youth. Registration forms are available at El Sombrero restaurant in Newton. For more information, check out its Facebook page.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 10 a.m.

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

• Craft Tea will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday at The Salvation Army Thrift Store in Newton. Enjoy some refreshments while upcycling T-shirts.

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

• Blue Grass Music Jam Session and Potluck will begin at noon Saturday at Jasper County Senior Citizens Center, 702 E. Third St. S. in Newton. All music fans are invited.

• Cardinal Capers 2016 Talent Variety Show will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday at Berg Middle School gym in Newton. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.

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Keeping wealth quiet causes millionaire to suffer anxiety DEAR ABBY: I’m a 29-year-old self-made millionaire who has spent the last decade saving and investing my middle-class income. I grew up dirt poor, so at 18 I left home with $5, went straight to work and never looked back.

Recently, I’ve realized that I struggle to make friends for fear they’ll find out about my financial situation. Those who know only want to talk about money or treat me differently. Most of my peers are broke and it makes me feel guilty. Those with high incomes blow their money on fancy dinners and luxury vehicles. I’m just a working-class woman who likes driving my 10-yearold car, and I don’t feel like I fit in with anyone. In fact, I’m developing an anxiety.

A few months ago I went to the bank to deposit a large sum of money and was mortified to see that the bank teller was a friend of the family. I have gone to the extreme of lying about owning homes and going on vacations, and it’s making me crazy. I even have issues with letting my young daughter’s friends come over for playdates, for fear that the other moms will think our house is “too nice.” Do I need counseling or is this just a turning point in my life that I need to grasp? — MONEY WORRIES DEAR MONEY WORRIES: If someone has to have money worries, yours are the nicest kind to have.

It would be interesting to know how many successful people share your feelings, because I suspect that you are far from alone in experiencing them. (A psychiatrist once told me that many of her successful patients feel like frauds despite their considerable accomplishments.) A licensed mental health professional can help you to get past these feelings before they cause your daughter to be isolated, and I think the money would be well spent.

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DEAR ABBY: I am raising two of my grandchildren because their parents can’t take care of them. The kids are still learning acceptable behavior because they were never taught.

I’ll give you an example of something that happens often: I was paying for an item at a store and my granddaughter sneaked behind the counter and reached into the display case.

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Family requests 911 calls in wrongful death lawsuit LACONA — The family of an Iowa woman who was fatally shot is trying to obtain a 911 call to include in their wrongful death lawsuit against the woman’s son.

Sixty-eight-year-old Shirley Carter was found shot to death in June at her Lacona home.

The woman’s husband, Bill Carter, wants to obtain the 911 call from that night. The Marion County Attorney’s Office says the call shouldn’t be released, citing an ongoing murder investigation.

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Police investigating apparent cross burning DUBUQUE — Dubuque police are investigating an apparent cross burning and are treating the incident as a possible hate crime. Police say Dubuque dispatchers received a report early Wednesday of burning items at the intersection of 22nd and Washington streets, but authorities did not initially find anything in the area. Police were notified again around 9:30 a.m. of burned objects in the same area.

DES MOINES — A Des Moines principal has decided not to punish the girls who arranged for a male stripper to perform at their school’s synchronized swimming club banquet. Officials say the girls employed the stripper as a joke and say the stripper didn’t totally disrobe at Friday evening’s event at the Des Moines Social Club. A Social Club employee interrupted the performance and asked the stripper to leave. Roosevelt High School Principal Kevin Biggs said the girls didn’t violate the district’s conduct code.

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Jurors consider murder case against Army vet DES MOINES — Jurors are expected to resume deliberations Thursday in the murder case against a 31-year-old man accused of killing his neighbor in Des Moines.

Jurors were handed Patrick Kirwan’s case around noon Wednesday and adjourned around 4 p.m. Prosecutors say Kirwan shot and killed Mark Hruska because Kirwan suspected his girlfriend and Hruska were having an affair. Kirwan’s attorney has said the March 1, 2015, slaying was driven by Kirwan’s mental disorders.

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Names of chase crash victims released WATKINS — Authorities have released the names of a driver who was killed and two passengers who were injured when their vehicle crashed during a chase by officers in Benton County. The driver was identified as 32-year-old David Janish, of Cedar Rapids.

His passengers were identified as 36-yearold Wesley Schmelzer Jr., also of Cedar Rapids, and 21-year-old Alisha Miller, of Atkins.

Schmelzer and Miller were hospitalized.

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EPA, other agencies seek more careful review of oil pipeline The Associated Press DES MOINES — The Environmental Protection Agency and two other federal agencies have asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to more carefully review and revise its preliminary plan for the Dakota Access oil pipeline, saying it should pay closer attention to the impact a spill would have on drinking water for Native American tribes.

Besides the concerns over water for the tribes near the pipeline route, the EPA, Department of the Interior and Advisory Council on Historic Preservation also want a better look at whether the route would disturb historic sites.

The pipeline will cross through Illinois, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota. Dakota Access, a unit of Dallas-based Energy Transfer Partners, has received state permits to proceed with the 1,168-mile pipeline, which will carry nearly half a million barrels of oil

Mike Mendenhall/Daily News A stockpile of pipe for the proposed Bakken oil pipeline sits in a field east of Newton.

The Environmental Protection Agency and two other federal agencies have asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to more carefully review and revise its preliminary plan for the Dakota Access oil pipeline.

a day from northwestern North Dakota’s Bakken oil fields. It awaits final federal approval from the corps, which has jurisdiction over portions of the pipeline that cross public waterways including the Missouri and Mississippi rivers and must consider impact on historical sites, animal habitat for threat-

ened species and the environment.

The corps’ Omaha District is responsible for the project in South Dakota and North Dakota, where the pipeline crosses the Missouri River. Corps officials in Omaha released a draft environmental assessment in December that concluded the com-

Two arrested in Knoxville drug search Newton Daily News A large number of small bags of methamphetamine were seized on in Knoxville by the Mid-Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force.

Jonathon D. Rogers, 42, and Adam L. Augspurger, 26, were arrested following the execution of a multiple search warrants at 6:10 p.m. Monday at 104 E. Main St. and 402 E. Reno St. While searching the two properties, illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia were found. The official weight on the amount of drugs seized has not yet been determined, but was found to be more than 7 grams.

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Rogers was charged with possession of meth with intent to deliver, failure to affix drug tax stamp and possession of drug paraphernalia. Augspurger was charged with possession of meth and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Both were taken to the Marion County Jail. Rogers is currently be held on a $101,000 bond, and Augspurger was released on $1,300 bond.

The Mid-Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force is based in Des Moines and has 21 central Iowa local, county, state and federal agencies participating in the task force including the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office and Newton Police Department.

pany’s proposed route “is not expected to have any significant direct, indirect, or cumulative impacts on the environment.”

In March, corps officials received letters from the EPA, Interior Department and Advisory Council on Historic Preservation criticizing that

evaluation.

The EPA said the corps should better assess the potential impact of a pipeline leak to drinking water sources for Native American tribes. Philip Strobel, an EPA official responsible for ensuring compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, said the Missouri River is used as the drinking water supply for much of western South Dakota and five Tribal Nations — the Cheyenne River, Crow Creek, Oglala, Rosebud and Lower Brule Sioux tribes.

He questioned the corps’ draft assessment conclusion that says there is minimal risk of an oil spill to water resources, noting the pipeline crosses the Missouri just 10 miles above the drinking water intake for Fort Yates, North Dakota, the headquarters for the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.

“There would be very little time to determine if a spill or leak affecting surface waters is occur-

ring, to notify water treatment plants and to have treatment plant staff on site to shut down the water intakes,” Strobel said.

A March 29 letter from an Interior Department official said the corps must more adequately justify its conclusion that there would be no significant impact on the environment. And a letter from an official at the Advisory Council On Historic Preservation said the corps should expand its review of the project to include the potential impact on historic properties in consultation with affected Native American tribes.

A spokeswoman in the corps’ Omaha office said the concerns are under review.

“We’re evaluating real concerns and real issues that have been brought to our attention through public comments, and it’s our responsibility to recognize those concerns and ensure that the applicant addresses them,” Eileen Williamson said.

Tuition could rise at universities, community colleges IOWA CITY (AP) — The Iowa Legislature’s proposed higher education budget target could hike tuition at the state’s three public universities and 15 community colleges this fall.

Lawmakers have agreed to give a nearly $4.9 million increase for public higher education in the 2016 to 2017 fiscal year budget. But the proposed target is more than $3 million less than the minimum that the Iowa Board of Regents says it needs to keep resident undergraduate tuition the same at the University of Northern Iowa and Iowa State University.

The University of Iowa’s base tuition will already increase by $100 per semester starting in the fall, but

the budget target could mean another increase.

“We’re looking at tuition increases all over the place,” said Sen. Brian Schoenjahn, D-Arlington, co-chairman of the Iowa Legislature’s Education Appropriations subcommittee.

Schoenjahn and his co-chairman, Rep. Cecil Dolecheck, R-Mount Ayr, said they agreed on the higher education numbers for the “tight budget” year.

“I think the public out there realizes that you have to balance your checkbook, and you have to live within your means and that is what we are going to have to do, too,” Dolecheck said.

DMACC Nursing Information Session

DMACC Nursing Information Sessions offer those interested in the nursing program a chance to learn what they need to do to get into the program. This includes requirements for entry, who to contact for various questions about entry requirements, where to go for assessment and for help in meeting the entry requirements, how to get on the waiting list and what courses to take while waiting.

Attendance at an Information Session is one of the entry requirements for the Nursing program.

A session will be held at the Newton DMACC Campus on Wednesday, April 20th from 1-3 p.m.

Room 114 Space is limited to 50.

Please call 641-791-3622 to make your reservation to attend this session.

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Game Night 6 p.m. Friday Salvation Army

The Salvation Army of Newton, 301 N. Second Ave. E., is hosting the event. Bring a game to play or borrow one of their board games. Families welcome.

Snacks provided.

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9 a.m. Saturday Agnes Patterson Park Loving Hands Daycare is hosting. The purpose of the fun run is to celebrate the week of the young child and raise money for Iowa’s homeless youth.

Dress up as a super hero and take a non-perishable food item for Grace Food Bank. Registration forms are available at El Sombrero restaurant in Newton.

The cost is $10 for children 12 and under and $20 for adults. For more information, check out its Facebook page under Defenders of Play 5K/Fun Run.

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Doggie Spa Day

Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday Jasper County Animal Rescue League

No appointments are necessary and the cost is a freewill donation. Bring your dog for a bath, nail trim and ear cleaning. For more information, visit www.jcarl.org.

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6 p.m. Sunday First Baptist Church of Colfax

Three southern gospel quartets will be featured.

Headin’ Home Quartet of Colfax, Living Water Quartete of Oskaloosa and Sharon Bethel Quartet of Kalona.

7 p.m. Saturday Berg Middle School Big Gym Cardinal Capers 2016 Talent Variety Show will feature performances from the middle school jazz band, pop choir, along with soloists and a variety of individual talent to create a “one-of-a-kind” production. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students.

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Hectic start to Newton Trap Team season

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Competing in three events in a span of four days, the Newton Trap Team opened its 2016 season starting Friday.

The Cardinals shot in competitions at Big Springs, Ankeny and Marshalltown.

“We had high winds and cooler temperatures all weekend. The winds really effect the flight of the clay targets and we struggled with adjusting for that,” head coach Paul Klein said. “Hopefully, the weather will improve and the scores as well as the season progresses.”

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peting in a skeet and 5-stand event. Evan Cook posted the highest score for Newton, breaking 44 targets out of 50 in skeet. Cook finished sixth out of 27 shooters.

In the 5-stand shooting, Logan Zaabel was the top shooter for Newton. He hit 35 out of 50 targets placing

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The Cardinals had their first trap shoot Saturday, hosted by Ankeny Centennial High School. There were six teams competing.

Newton’s varsity squad finished 12th out of 15 teams, led

by Matt Bleakney’s 38 targets out of 40. Bleakney finished

20th individually in a field of 80 competitors. Newton had eight varsity shooters.

In the junior varsity division, Allison Ulrey was Newton’s top female shooter, reaching 25 out of 50 targets to finish ninth out of 21 junior varsity female shooters. Newton’s Devon Young hit 23 out of 50 targets as its top junior varsity male shooter and he finished 45th out of 77 junior varsity male shooters.

On Monday, Newton competed in a trap meet at Marshalltown hosted by South Hardin Trap Club. Newton’s top varsity squad combined for 158 targets out of 250 to take ninth.

Connor McAdoo and Alli-

son Winchell were Newton’s top shooters for the varsity.

McAdoo broke 40 out of 50 clay targets, which put him in a five-way tie for 13th out of 83 male shooters. Winchell posted a score of 30, placing her in a tie for fourth out of 18 female shooters.

“The junior varsity team showed great improvement posting consistently higher scores than on Saturday,” Klein said. “Our varsity team members have another busy weekend with skeet and sport clay shoots on Saturday in Waukee and Sunday in Pella.”

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

Warriors break NBA wins record

NCAA denies Ott’s bid for year Curry scores 46, Golden State routs Memphis for 73rd win of eligibility OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors took their last shot at Michael Jordan and history and they swished it — for 73.

Down to their final chance at the record, the Warriors became the first 73-win team Wednesday night by beating the Memphis Grizzlies 125-104, breaking what many considered an unmatchable mark set 20 years ago by Jordan’s Chicago Bulls — oh, and Golden State coach Steve Kerr, too.

“I want to congratulate the Warriors on their amazing season,” Jordan said in a statement. “The game of basketball is always evolving and records are made to be broken. The Warriors have been a lot of fun to watch, and I look forward to seeing what they do in the playoffs.”

Curry achieved yet one more shooting milestone, becoming the first player to make 400 3-pointers in a season by knocking down 10 from long range on the way to 46 points and 402 total 3-pointers. Golden State saved one last record for the closing day of the regular season, and did it for a roaring, sellout home crowd at Oracle Arena. Yet these Warriors want nothing more than to build off their remarkable run so far and ride it to another title.

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AP photo Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry reacts after making a 3-point basket during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies in Oakland, Calif., on Wednesday. The Warriors’ win over the Grizzlies was their NBA-record 73rd of the season.

Surprise drama headlined Olympic Trials Hosting the Olympic Trials was quite an honor for Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Iowa City.

For the most part, the weekend was a huge success. The only downfall, if you want to look at things glass half empty, was the drama that came after the most popular local match of the weekend.

Former Iowa Hawkeye All-Americans Tony Ramos and Daniel Dennis had the chance to clinch a spot on the U.S. Olympic wrestling team Sunday. The only problem was the former teammates had to score two wins over the other one.

Ramos came in as the overall favorite in the 125.5 weight class. Dennis’ career was nearly over a few years back, and his story is that of a true

This & That Troy Hyde Cinderella.

None of that matters now though, unfortunately.

Dennis handed Ramos two losses on his way to clinching a spot on the Olympic team. That isn’t what everyone is talking about today, though.

After the losses, Ramos went on a five-minute tirade in the press room, claiming University of Iowa wrestling coaches lied to him about who their allegiances would be heading into a tough situation involving two former Hawkeyes.

Ramos claimed the only coach who wanted to see him win over Dennis was Iowa associate head coach Terry Brands. Brands was in his corner for the match. But according to Ramos, no one else was.

Ramos claimed to even have con-

versations with Iowa head coach Tom Brands about what would happen if he faced Dennis at the trials. He said Tom Brands said he was in his corner.

The tirade was unfortunate. The match was supposed to be about two former Hawkeyes and former teammates fighting for one spot on the Olympic team. It was supposed to be a highlight of just how good the Iowa wrestling program has been over the years.

Instead, the attention moved to Ramos and his unhappiness in what had to be an uncomfortable situation.

I couldn’t imagine being the Iowa coaches. It’s a lose-lose situation. Either way, someone you care about is going to lose and have his dreams crushed.

Tom Brands was thrown off guard when he was asked to comment about Ramos’ comments after the match. He had no idea Ramos was unhappy.

Tom Brands said he was as happy for Dennis winning as he was unhappy that Ramos lost. If the roles were reversed, he would have the same feel-

IOWA CITY (AP) — Iowa defensive end Drew Ott’s college career is finished after his appeal for an extra year of eligibility was denied by the NCAA. Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz confirmed the NCAA’s decision to deny Ott a medical hardship waiver.

“Drew has done such a great job, and it’s a tough situation.

Ott Beyond that, I am disappointed with the decision and also disappointed at the process,” Ferentz said Wednesday. “I was a little bit hopeful and mildly optimistic this ruling would go the other way. It didn’t. The good thing is — the comforting thing is — I know he’s got a bright future and he’s going to do well in whatever he chooses to do moving on.”

Ott suffered knee and elbow injuries early last season, which kept him out of Iowa’s final eight games. He had hoped to put off the NFL for another season, but instead he will have to take his chances in the draft without being able to work out for any teams.

Ott entered Iowa’s starting lineup in 2013, making 50 tackles. He was a second-team All-Big Ten pick as a junior, leading the Hawkeyes with eight sacks and twelve tackles for loss. Last season, Ott had five sacks in six games before injuries forced him to the sidelines.

Ott spent months wondering whether he’d play for Iowa next season. He didn’t find out until this week that his college career was over.

“It’s really confusing,” Ott said.

“There was just a lot of steps that they have to go through and things like that. So hopefully they can get that a little more streamlined for the next person.”

Ott’s departure will likely give redshirt freshman Matt Nelson a chance to start next fall. ing.

Maybe it was just a weak moment for Ramos. Maybe he had sour grapes.

Ramos is a good dude. He married a former Hawkeye volleyball player, and they have a child together. He has been huge for the Hawkeye wrestling program even after he won a national title with the team his senior year.

It’s just unfortunate that the biggest thing being talked about still today is the press conference rant. Not the Dennis win.

Ramos took a turn in the right direction recently. He put more blame on himself when speaking to more members of the media.

He also shared Dennis’ GoFundMe account on social media saying, “Everyone deserves to have their family in attendance to support them at the Olympic games.”

I hope Ramos doesn’t decide to leave the Hawkeye Wrestling Club as he hinted at wanting to do. He needs Iowa and Iowa needs him.

• Contact Troy Hyde at thyde@newtondailynews.com

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SPORTS CALENDAR Thursday Golf Boone at Newton boys, 4:15 p.m.

CMB boys at Roland-Story, 4 p.m.

Track Newton boys at Des Moines Lincoln, 4:30 p.m.

Newton girls at Indianola, 4:30 p.m.

Newton 7th/8th boys at Grinnell, 4:30 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo boys at Saydel, 4:30 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo girls at Ogden, 4:30 p.m.

CMB boys at Lynnville-Sully Coed Invitational, 4:30 p.m.

CMB girls at East Marshall, 4:30 p.m.

Tennis Newton girls at Pella Christian, 4:15 p.m.

Soccer CMB girls at Ballard, 7 p.m.

Friday Track PCM boys at ADM, 4:30 p.m.

Soccer Newton boys at Boone, JV 5:30 p.m., varsity 7 p.m.

Centerville boys, girls at PCM, 5:30 p.m., 7 p.m.

Rugby Waterloo East at Newton, 7:30 p.m.

Dowling at Newton, 8:30 p.m.

Saturday Soccer Newton Girls’ tournament PCM vs. Newton, 10 a.m.

Perry vs. Des Moines Lincoln, 11:30 a.m.

Loser of Game 1 vs. loser of Game 2, 1 p.m.

Winner of Game 1 vs. winner of Game 2, 2:30 p.m.

CMB boys at Chariton Invitational, 10 a.m.

Newton JV boys at Perry tournament, 9 a.m.

Golf Newton, PCM boys at Knoxville Invitational, 8 a.m.

Trap Shoot Newton at Waukee Sunday Trap Shoot Newton at Pella Monday Track Newton boys at Norwalk Invitational, 4:30 p.m.

Newton 7th/8th girls at Saydel, 4:30 p.m.

CMB girls at Gilbert Invitational, 4:30 p.m.

Golf Newton girls at West Des Moines Valley, 10 a.m.

Sigourney at Lynnville-Sully boys, girls, 4:15 p.m.

CMB, PCM girls at Bondurant-Farrar, 2 p.m.

PCM boys at West Marshall, 2 p.m.

Soccer Newton boys at Dallas Center-Grimes, 9th 4:45 p.m., JV 6 p.m., varsity 7:30 p.m.

Grinnell at PCM girls, 7:30 p.m.

ISU hoops signs prep forward Lard ​ A MES (AP) — Iowa State has signed prep forward Cameron Lard to a letter of intent.

Lard, a 6-foot-9, 220-pound forward from Louisiana, missed his senior season because of transfer rules.

But as a junior, Lard averaged 16 points and 10 rebounds at Natchitoches Central High School.

Lard, the fifth member of coach Steve Prohm’s first recruiting class, was rated as a fourstar recruit by ESPN and 247sports.com.

Lard might play immediately next season since the Cyclones lose post players Georges Niang, Jameel McKay and Abdel Nader to graduation.

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Tigerhawk boys finish fourth at Saydel

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News DES MOINES — Colfax-Mingo senior Mason Mosher tied for second place overall, but the Tigerhawk boys golf team couldn’t surpass three other schools Tuesday evening.

Mosher shot a 40 and was awarded third place because of a card back.

That was six shots better than any of his teammates as the Tigerhawks finished fourth with a 183 in a four-team tourney at Woodland Hills Golf Course.

Host Saydel won the meet with a 167, while Earlham was second with a 173 and Woodward-Granger finished third with a 176.

Senior Jacob Buehrer carded a 46, while freshman Ahren Teed turned in a 47.

The final counting score was senior Jake Jeter’s 50. Sophomore Jonathan Jacobs shot a 52 and senior Zevin Lander had a 57.

The Tigerhawks were competing for the second time in two days.

They’ll get a week off before playing at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday at Collins-Maxwell/Baxter’s Twin Anchors Golf Course.

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

Kobe scores 60 in final NBA game LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant went out with a Hollywood ending to his remarkable career.

He scored 60 points in his final NBA game We d n e s d a y night, wrapping up 20 years in the NBA with an unbelievable offensive showcase in Bryant the Los Angeles Lakers’ 10196 victory over the Utah Jazz.

Bryant scored 23 points in the fourth quarter, posting his first 50-point game since February 2009 and rallying the Lakers from a 15-point deficit to win the final game of the worst season in franchise history.

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Continued from Page 1B Draymond Green had 11 points, nine rebounds and seven assists as defending champion Golden State (73-9) topped the Jordan-led 1995-96 Bulls who went 72-10.

“It’s a great way to finish off what was an amazing regular season,” Kerr said. “I just told our guys I never in a million years would have guessed that that record would ever be broken. I thought it was like DiMaggio’s hit streak, really. I was wrong, but I will say the same thing now that I said 20 years ago, ‘I don’t think this one will ever be broken.’ Somebody’s got to go 74-8. I don’t

With the entire Staples Center crowd standing, Bryant drained a 3-pointer with 59 seconds left. He hit another with 31 seconds to play, putting the Lakers ahead 97-96. He finished with an assist before checking out for good with 4.1 seconds left in just the Lakers’ 17th win of the worst season in franchise history.

Bryant took a career-high 50 shots to get there. He posted his highest-scoring performance since getting 61 against New York in 2009. It was the fifth highest-scoring game of his career, and he became the oldest player to score 50 points in an NBA game.

The entire night was a tribute to Bryant, who is retiring after 20 seasons, five championship rings and 18 All-Star selections see it, and I hope our fans aren’t expecting that next year.”

When the final buzzer sounded, Green bounded onto the floor and grabbed the game ball as confetti streamed down and “73 WINS” appeared on the scoreboard.

“We were going to play 82 games, anyway,” Green said.

“We might as well try to win.

It means that I’m on the best team ever. Not many people can say that — 15 guys can say that.”

President Barack Obama sent a tweet that said: “Congrats to the @warriors, a great group of guys on and off the court. If somebody had to break the Bulls’ record, I’m glad it’s them.”

NBA Commissioner Adam

MUSTANG LANES BOWLING LEAGUES Friday Night Travelers Pin Strikers 3, Off Constantly 1 Pin Strikers — 2,618: Ann Van Wyk 357, Ken Van Wyk 389, Joe Philippson 549, Mike Price 582. Off Constantly — 2,565: Jimmy Barnard 290, Jacob Hunt 237, Kevin Ross 478, Mark Ross 495.

I-80 Subway 3, Sandbaggers 1 1-80 Subway — 2,879: Brenda Lamb 552, Lisa Ross 531, Kyle Hill 670, Dan Jenkins 685. Sandbaggers — 2,712: Barb Shepard 407, Tony Poch 333, Tyler Annis 444, Jamey Annis 553.

Just Plain Bad 3, Spare Me 1 Just Plain Bad — 2,631: Shylah Annis 347, Corey Brant 433, Greg Corwin 486, Kimberlin Noah 264. Spare Me — 2,563: Mike Smith 401, Missy Smith 344, Alicia Weithers 354, Shawn Weithers 351.

Coop’s Gang 4, Steve’s Angels 0 Coop’s Gang — 2,853: Mike Ashley 562, Tiffany Cooper 421, Allan Drone 506, Mike Cooper 593.

Steve’s Angels — 2,504: Kim Belloma 365, Darla Osborn 374, Rhonda Thomasson 427, Steve Belloma 545.

CARDINAL LANES BOWLING LEAGUES Wednesday Morning Coffee Backus Plumbing 6, Medicine Shoppe 2 Backus Plumbing — 2,120: Betty Whitson 362, Jill McMahon 355, Bonnie Logue 287, Jean Daniels 336. Medicine Shoppe — 2,049: Rhonda Thomasson 446, Lucy Ponsetto 374, Steph McCumber 332, Diane Agan 279.

Newton Daily News 6, JTE Trucking 2 Newton Daily News — 2,242: Louise Vink 423, Ardella Burr 404, Connie DeGreef 426, Connie Lakin 386. JTE Trucking — 2,176: Lorna Hofer 276, Erin Good 385, Doris Byal 371, Lisa Robertson 250.

Taco Johns 8, Steppin Out Dance 0 Taco Johns — 2,168: Jan Albertson 319, Tresa Miller 277, Crystal Peters 381, Cathy Peters 393. Steppin Out Dance — 2,125: Betty Karr 334, Grammy Ballard 353, Rene Herwehe 339, Trudy Delk 397.

Half Nuts 8, Pennys Peeps 0 Half Nuts — 2,292: Mady McKim 465, Erika Frahm 430, Julie Ruple 324, Karen Vangenderen 395. Pennys Peeps — 2,227: Charlotte Ross 497, Gerry Graham 404, Pat Ward 314, Brenda Morris 406.

Wednesday Go Hawkeyes We R S&M 3, Warrick Motors 1 We R S&M — 1, 149: Lynn Schiebel 307, Barbara Majerus 413. Warrick Motors —1,105: Barb Gray 315, Janet Hartz 412.

First Newton National 2, Dolls With Balls 2 First Newton National — 1,243: Susan Maasdam 491, Vicki Wright 413. Dolls With Balls — 1,221: Shawna Clark 417, Dawna Ringgenberg 375.

Thursday Night Splitters Pheasants 4 Ever 2 1/2, Ross Masonry 1 1/2 Pheasants 4 Ever — 2,496: Jason Mikkelson

577, Barbara Majerus 388, Lonnie Majerus 475, Michael Sims 495. Ross Masonry — 2,471: Terry Cooper 500, Carl McGee 440, Paul Ross 394, Butch Townsend 432.

Gas House Gang 4, Cardinal Cab 0 Gas House Gang — 2,631: Rick Pittman 472, Jason Trotter 532, Jack Trotter 492, Spence Spidle 529. Cardinal Cab — 2,440: Brett Jacobs 494, Dustin Kingery 487, Nathan Gifford 511, Duke Albertson 540.

Cardinal Trophies 3, Pin Shredders 1 Cardinal Trophies — 2,635: Mic James 494, Sheila Swarts 386, Bonnie Geerlings 458, Dale James 529. Pin Shedders — 2,474: Evan Koons 322, Shelly Koons 344, Janelle Koon 374.

Rialto Barber Shop 4, TPI 0 Rialto Barber Shop — 2,641: Paul Twaddle 457, Brett Auffert 567, Gene Mikkelson 406, Scott Dougan 593. TPI — 2,356: Kathy Stewart 396, Sabrina Halferty 396, Jason Christensen 342, Mike Miranda 442.

Friday Night Lights Team 2 3, Team 5 1 Team 2 — 1,282: Kari Munson 456, Sam Zeien 511. Team 5 — 1,186: Dan Clark 502, Tim Clark 576.

Team 6 4, Team 4 0 Team 6 — 1,323: Tyler B. Clark 359, Brooks Clark 619. Team 4 — 1,217: Cory Clark 523, Brian McKinney 565.

Team 1 4, Team 3 0 Team 1 — 1,313: Jason Munson 544, Dustin Kingery 616. Team 3 — 1,192: Shon Cupples 550, Dylan Slycord 384.

with the Lakers, who honored him before and after the game.

Bryant is just the fifth player in NBA history to play 20 seasons, and the first with just one team.

Between the whistles, Bryant and his teammates conspired for one last omnivorous scoring performance by the third-leading scorer in NBA history.

It was daylong tribute with thousands of fans thronging the downtown streets around Staples Center and chanting his name from early afternoon.

Fans lucky enough to get inside Staples Center greeted him with ovations at every opportunity. Magic Johnson anchored a brief pregame tribute by calling Bryant “the biggest and greatest celebrity we’ve had in this town for 20 years” and “the greatest to wear the purple and gold.”

Silver released a statement, saying: “Congratulations to the Golden State Warriors on their 73rd win and the best regular-season record in NBA history. The team held itself to a high standard throughout the season, playing with purpose every night and captivating fans around the world with its free-flowing style, spectacular shooting and flair for the dramatic.”

The Warriors went for it, all right. They absolutely wanted this record, even when they could have been resting up for the next challenge: to repeat.

And Curry? No doubt about it.

He came out and did what he has all along during this sensational season: Let it fly from anywhere on the floor.

Ex-Cyclone athlete sues school over response to rape case AMES (AP) — A former Iowa State University basketball player who faced a rape charge that was later dropped is suing the school, claiming its response ruined his chances of playing professional basketball.

The Des Moines Register reports Bubu Palo’s lawsuit accuses university officials of wrongly punishing him even after the criminal case against him was dropped. The suit also names the Iowa Board of Regents.

Palo was charged with felony sexual abuse in 2012 after a female student accused him of rape. The case was dropped due to lack of evidence, but ISU President Steven Leath barred Palo from playing, saying he violated student conduct rules.

Leath’s decision was eventually overturned, but Palo says he faced scrutiny due to the punishment.

University officials haven’t responded to the complaint.

Curry had seven 3-pointers by halftime, then hit No. 400 just 43 seconds into the third.

Already the first player to make 300 3-pointers in a season, he knocked down six in the first quarter and three straight during one stretch that included a 31-footer well behind the top of the arc.

Curry shattered his own single-season record of 286 from a year ago. When he hit his 400th, the reigning MVP raised his arms and patted his chest in celebration.

He made 10-of-19 3-pointers and shot 15-for-24 overall to go with six assists as fans chanted “M-V-P! M-V-P!” all evening. Klay Thompson added 16 points with four treys of his own.

MLB STANDINGS Major League Baseball At A Glance All Times CDT

By The Associated Press American League East Division

W L Pct GB Baltimore 7 1 .875 — New York 4 3 .571 2½ Boston 4 4 .500 3 Toronto 4 5 .444 3½ Tampa Bay 3 5 .375 4 Central Division

W L Pct GB Chicago 6 2 .750 — Kansas City 6 2 .750 — Detroit 5 2 .714 ½ Cleveland 3 3 .500 2 Minnesota 0 8 .000 6 West Division

W L Pct GB Los Angeles 5 4 .556 ­— Texas 5 5 .500 ½ Oakland 4 6 .400 1½ Houston 3 6 .333 2 Seattle 3 6 .333 2 Wednesday’s Games L.A. Angels 5, Oakland 1 Seattle 4, Texas 2, 10 innings Detroit 7, Pittsburgh 3 Toronto 7, N.Y. Yankees 2 Boston 4, Baltimore 2 Cleveland 4, Tampa Bay 1 Chicago White Sox 3, Minnesota 0 Kansas City 4, Houston 2 Thursday’s Games Detroit (Zimmermann 1-0) at Pittsburgh (Cole 0-1), 11:35 a.m.

Chicago White Sox (Latos 1-0) at Minnesota (E.Santana 0-0), 12:10 p.m.

Cleveland (Salazar 1-0) at Tampa Bay (Archer 0-2), 12:10 p.m.

N.Y. Yankees (Eovaldi 0-0) at Toronto (Stroman 1-0), 6:07 p.m.

Baltimore (Tillman 1-0) at Texas (Hamels 2-0), 7:05 p.m.

Kansas City (Kennedy 1-0) at Houston (Fister 1-0), 7:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Seattle at N.Y. Yankees, 6:05 p.m.

Chicago White Sox at Tampa Bay, 6:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Cleveland, 6:10 p.m.

Toronto at Boston, 6:10 p.m.

Baltimore at Texas, 7:05 p.m.

Detroit at Houston, 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Angels at Minnesota, 7:10 p.m.

Kansas City at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

National League East Division

W L Pct GB Washington 6 1 .857 — Philadelphia 4 5 .444 3 Miami 3 4 .429 3 New York 3 5 .375 3½ Atlanta 0 8 .000 6½ Central Division

W L Pct GB Chicago 7 1 .875 — Cincinnati 5 3 .625 2 Pittsburgh 5 4 .556 2½ St. Louis 4 4 .500 3 Milwaukee 4 4 .500 3 West Division

W L Pct GB San Francisco 6 3 .667 — Los Angeles 5 4 .556 1 Colorado 4 4 .500 1½ Arizona 3 6 .333 3 San Diego 3 6 .333 3 Wednesday’s Games N.Y. Mets 2, Miami 1 Washington 3, Atlanta 0 Detroit 7, Pittsburgh 3 Philadelphia 2, San Diego 1 Chicago Cubs 9, Cincinnati 2 Milwaukee 6, St. Louis 4 Colorado 10, San Francisco 6 L.A. Dodgers 3, Arizona 1 Thursday’s Games Detroit (Zimmermann 1-0) at Pittsburgh (Cole 0-1), 11:35 a.m.

San Diego (Pomeranz 1-0) at Philadelphia (Velasquez 1-0), 12:05 p.m.

Milwaukee (W.Peralta 0-2) at St. Louis (J.Garcia 0-0), 12:45 p.m.

San Francisco (M.Cain 0-0) at Colorado (J.De La Rosa 0-1), 2:10 p.m.

Atlanta (Teheran 0-1) at Washington (Strasburg 1-0), 3:05 p.m.

Cincinnati (R.Iglesias 1-0) at Chicago Cubs (Hammel 0-0), 7:05 p.m.

Arizona (Ray 0-0) at L.A. Dodgers (Stripling 0-0), 9:10 p.m.

Friday’s Games Colorado at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.

Milwaukee at Pittsburgh, 6:05 p.m.

Washington at Philadelphia, 6:05 p.m.

Atlanta at Miami, 6:10 p.m.

N.Y. Mets at Cleveland, 6:10 p.m.

Cincinnati at St. Louis, 7:15 p.m.

San Francisco at L.A. Dodgers, 9:10 p.m.

Arizona at San Diego, 9:40 p.m.

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Biondi, to adopt the resolution.

AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 062 adopted.

Moved by Chapé, seconded by Kulis to Introduce a Resolution authorizing the Newton Fire Department to amend an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Transportation Agreement with City of Baxter and Baxter Rural Fire and Rescue. AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 063 adopted.

Moved by George, seconded by Mullan to Introduce a Resolution approving the installation of two directional signs as official City signage for the Iowa Speedway within the right-of-way for Rusty Wallace Drive and Iowa Speedway Drive.

AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 064 adopted.

Moved by Kulis, seconded by Trotter to Introduce a Resolution Approving an Engineering Services Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. to Provide Subdivision Design for the Property at 1200 South 6th Avenue West in Newton. AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 065 adopted.

Erin Chambers, Director of Planning & Zoning introduced information on the Downtown Micro-grant program.

This program is a collaboration with Main Street and encourages downtown property owners to improve aesthetics and reinvest in their property. Projects include repair or rehabilitation, façade removal, signage, painting, and architectural fees.

A review committee would be established A 1:1 to review applications. cash match from the applicant would be required.

There was no new business.

During old business, Chapé spoke regarding the turkey vulture issue to inform the community of the concern.

Moved by George, seconded by Mullan, to adjourn the meeting at 6:37 P.M. Motion unanimously carried by voice vote.

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boundary lines. The protocol for transfer requests was discussed.

Board Members Cook and Friedman would like elementary principals to discuss consideration of transfer requests for TJ and WW 3rd grade students who are transitioning to different buildings in 4th grade.

Mrs. Comer emphasized that class size will be priority. Padget moved, Friedman seconded, to accept the In-District Student Transfer Procedures by the April 11, 2016 board meeting whether any additional edits are made or not.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Consider Approval of Pacesetter Fundraisers ACTION #9843 Gayle Isaac presented three fund raising project reports submitted for approval by the Pacesetters.

Elbert moved, Cantu seconded to approve the fundraiser request.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Elbert, Padget Friedman, Leonard, Nays: Cook Consider Approval of a Cooperative Agreement for 2016 - 2017 between the University of Northern Iowa and the Newton Community School District for Pre-Service Clinical Placement - ACTION #9844 Superintendent Bob Callaghan student teacher explained placement through the University Leonard of Northern Iowa. moved, Cook seconded to approve the Cooperative Agreement with the University of Northern Iowa as presented.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Approval of the Proposed Newton School Budget Summary for Fiscal Year 2017, as presented, and Authorization for the Board Secretary to Publish the Certified Budget and Notice of Public Hearing in the Newspaper - ACTION #9845 Gayle Isaac presented documents including the Proposed Newton School Budget Summary and Adoption of Budget and Taxes (FY 20162017) with a proposed tax rate of $15.99624 (per $1,000 taxable valuation). With board approval, the budget and notice of public hearing will be published in the newspaper, with an agenda item requesting the FY 2017 budget to be certified after a (6:45 PM) public hearing at the April 11, 2016 board meeting.

Elbert moved, Cook seconded to approve the Proposed Newton School Budget Summary for Fiscal Year 2017, as presented, and authorized the Board Secretary to publish the certified budget and notice of public hearing in the newspaper. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Nays: Elbert Consider Approval of Playground Equipment Construction Bids at Emerson Hough Elementary - ACTION #9846 Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented bids for the construction of playground equipment at Emerson Hough Elementary from Boland Recreation ($69,850), Crouch Recreational Design ($82,000), and Webber Recreational Design, Inc ($72,023).

The recommended bid award was for Boland Recreation.

Friedman moved, Leonard seconded to approve the playground equipment construction bid at Emerson Hough, awarding to Boland Recreation in the amount of $69,850.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Consider Approval of Playground Equipment Construction Bids at Thomas Jefferson Elementary - ACTION #9847 Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented bids for the construction of playground equipment at Emerson Hough Elementary from Boland Recreation ($43,699), Crouch Recreational Design ($52,000), and Webber Recreational Design, Inc ($49,000).

The recommended bid award was for Boland Recreation. Cook moved, Friedman seconded to approve the playground equipment construction bid at Emerson Hough, awarding to Boland Recreation in the amount of $43,699. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Consider Approval of Locker Purchases, Installation and Relocation, at Woodrow Wilson Elementary and Berg Intermediate - ACTION #9848 Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented bids for locker purchases, installation and relocation at Woodrow Wilson Elementary and Berg Intermediate from Storage & Design Group in the amounts of $25,500.00 (includes portion of used) and $30,500.00 (includes portion of new).

The recommended bid award was for Storage & Design Group in the amount of $25,500.00.

Elbert moved, Friedman seconded to approve the locker purchases, installation and relocation, at Woodrow Wilson Elementary and Berg Intermediate, awarding to Storage & Design Group in the amount of $25,500.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Consider Approval of the 2016 - 2017 Academic School Year Calendar - ACTION #9849 Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented a final draft of the 2016 - 2017 Academic School Year Calendar, with August 23, 2016 as the first day of school. Padget moved, Leonard seconded, to approve the 2016 - 2017 Academic School Year Calendar as presented. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing the Redemption of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2008 ACTION #9850 Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services explained the rationale for requesting the redemption of School General Obligation Refunding Bonds and its impact on the district's financial position.

Mr. Isaac read the resolution.

Padget moved, Leonard seconded to approve the the resolution authorizing redemption of General Obligation School Refunding Bonds, Series 2008. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Leonard, Cook, Friedman, Padget Nays: Elbert Set Date and Time for a Public the New Hearing for Administration Building Parking Lot Repave - April 11, 2016 at Emerson Hough Conference Room 125 (6:50 PM) - ACTION #9851 Cook moved, Elbert seconded to set a public hearing for April 11, 2016 at 6:50 PM to approve the administration building new Ayes: parking lot repave.

Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Set Date and Time for a Public Hearing for the Purchase of Two 77-Passenger School Buses - April 11, 2016 at Emerson Hough - Conference Room 125 (6:55 PM) - ACTION #9852 Elbert moved, Cook seconded to set a public hearing for April 11, 2016 at 6:55 PM to approve the purchase of two 77-passenger school buses. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Present Name Recommendations for New Administration Building Mike Moran, Principal (Basics &

Parking Lot Repave - April 11, 2016 at Emerson Hough Conference Room 125 (6:50 PM) - ACTION #9851 Cook moved, Elbert seconded to set a public hearing for April 11, 2016 at 6:50 PM to approve the administration building new Ayes: parking lot repave.

Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Set Date and Time for a Public Hearing for the Purchase of Two 77-Passenger School Buses - April 11, 2016 at Emerson Hough - Conference Room 125 (6:55 PM) - ACTION #9852 Elbert moved, Cook seconded to set a public hearing for April 11, 2016 at 6:55 PM to approve the purchase of two 77-passenger school buses. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Present Name Recommendations for New Administration Building Mike Moran, Principal (Basics & Beyond and DAP), shared possible names for the new administration building and alternative schools for further input and suggestions.

Business Service Report Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services Approval of Bills - ACTION #9853 Elbert moved, Cantu seconded to approve the bills. Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Business Services Update Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services None New Business - Old Business Bob Callaghan, Superintendent Consider Board Learning Work Session Leadership Dates Superintendent Bob Callaghan explained that the Board Leadership Work Learning Session dates have been put on hold, with board consideration to restart in the Spring 2016.

Meetings are held 30 minutes prior to regular board meetings.

Board members were encouraged to submit ideas, and this will be a board agenda item for April 11, 2016, with a meeting placeholder for April 25, 2016.

Future Meeting Dates: Bond Committee Meeting (03/29/16) 6:30 PM (EH), SIAC Committee (04/07/16) - 5:00 PM (EH), Budget Committee Meeting (04/05/16) - 3:30 PM (EH) - will not need to meet, Regular Board Meeting (04/11/16) - 6:30 PM (EH).

Adjourn - ACTION #9854 Leonard moved, Padget seconded to unanimously adjourn the meeting at 9:20 PM. Minutes Mailed President Approved by Action No. __________, 2016 Secretary April 14

CITY SUPPLY CORP S...................................$1,835.03 COMMUNICATION INNOVATORS S.................................$89,756.00 COMPETITIVE EDGE PRODUCTS INC S...................................$2,135.87 CONTINENTAL RESEARCH CORP S......................................$233.00 CREATIVE MATHMATICS S......................................$840.00 CREECHER FEATURE INC SE...................................$497.70 CROSON, CRISTY SE...................................$104.80 CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER CO S........................................$15.00 DANIELS, AARON SE...................................$190.00 DANNCO INC S...................................$3,434.45 DAVIS, ERIK SE.....................................$40.00 DC SPORTS S......................................$949.00 DEARBORN, STEVEN SE.....................................$40.00 DECKER SPORTING GOODS INC S...................................$2,437.25 DELAGE LANDEN E...................................$1,000.00 DEMCO INC S......................................$146.27 DES MOINES AREA COMM COLLEGE T......................................$805.00 DES MOINES IND COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$1,597.11 DES MOINES PERFORMING ARTS SE...................................$244.00 DH PACE DOOR SERVICES GROUP SE...................................$173.00 DIAMOND VOGEL PAINT CENTER S/R..................................$331.78 DICK BLICK S...................................$1,886.20 DODD AND SON'S TRASH SERVICE U...................................$1,698.00 EARTHGRAINS BAKING CO INC S...................................$2,161.05 EAST MARSHALL BOOSTER CLUB SE...................................$240.00 EBSCO SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES S......................................$366.30 ECHO GROUP INC S...................................$1,082.59 EDTECH TEAM INC S......................................$118.00 EDVOTEK S......................................$280.50 ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING 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BATTERY OF UPPER IA S/R..................................$491.95 IOWA ASSN OF SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICIALS SE...................................$178.00 IOWA CHORAL DIRECTORS ASSN SE...................................$370.00 IOWA COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK SE...................................$451.35 IOWA HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC ASSN SE...................................$612.00 IOWA HIGH SCHOOL S PEECH ASSN SE...................................$121.00 IOWA JAZZ CHAMPIONSHIPS INC S......................................$200.00 IOWA SPORTS SUPPLY COMPANY E......................................$246.40 IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY, JASPER SE.....................................$33.00 IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY SE...................................$500.00 IOWA TESTING PROGRAMS SE...................................$167.71 ISAAC, GAYLE SE.....................................$40.00 ISEBA SE................................$8,923.37 ISTE SE...................................$434.00 JACOBS ELECTRIC & AUTO INC 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IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY SE...................................$500.00 IOWA TESTING PROGRAMS SE...................................$167.71 ISAAC, GAYLE SE.....................................$40.00 ISEBA SE................................$8,923.37 ISTE SE...................................$434.00 JACOBS ELECTRIC & AUTO INC S/R..................................$126.59 JACOBUS, LARRY SE...................................$104.00 JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL S......................................$209.44 JOHNSON CONTROLS INC S...................................$1,650.00 JOLIVETTE, AMY SE...................................$166.78 JOSTENS SE................................$1,280.65 JW PEPPER & SON INC S...................................$2,478.39 KABEL BUSINESS SERVICES SE...................................$600.60 KAHLER, BRAD SE...................................$885.00 KALKHOFF, DAVID SE.....................................$40.00 KEY COOPERATIVE S...................................$5,044.35 LAKESHORE E......................................$322.14 LANGSTRAAT, STEPHANIE SE...................................$181.28 LASER RESOURCES E......................................$973.40 LAUTERBACH BUICK PONTIAC SE.....................................$90.86 LUCAS, DAWN SE.....................................$18.45 MACHIN LAWNWORKS SE................................$2,531.25 MAHASKA BOTTLING CO S........................................$74.57 MARTIN BROS DIST CO S.................................$25,731.60 MATTINGLY MUSIC STORE S/R....................................$70.56 MCGRAW HILL EDUCATIONINC S........................................$70.34 MEYER, JOLEE SE.....................................$48.54 MIDWEST BUS PARTS INC S...................................$1,122.22

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THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF HELEN M. SCHAMEL, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036833 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Helen M. Schamel, Deceased, who died on or about March 9, 2016: You are hereby notified that on March 31, 2016, the last will and testament of Helen M. Schamel, deceased, bearing date of April 4, 2006, none* was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Yletha Hedberg was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

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

Dated March 31, 2016.

Date of second publication: 14th day of April, 2016 Letha Hedberg Executor of the Estate 2305 E 19th St N, #28D Newton, IA 50208 Address Kathryn E. Walker, Attorney for the Executor ICIS PIN No: AT0008220 Walker, Billingsley & Bair, 208 N 2nd Ave W, Newton, IA 50208 Address Probate Code Section 304 *Designated Codicil(s) if any, with date(s) April 7 & 14

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES April 4, 2016, 6:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS The City Council of Newton, Iowa met in regular session at 6:00 P.M. on the above date in the Council Chambers at 101 West 4th Street South. Mayor Hansen presided.

Present Council Members: Chapé, Biondi, George, Trotter, Mullan, Kulis.

Absent: None.

Mayor Hansen asked everyone present to join in saying the Pledge of Allegiance.

Mayor Hansen proclaimed April as Keep Iowa Beautiful Month.

There was no citizen participation.

Moved by Chapé, seconded by George, to approve consent agenda items 4-8.

4. March 21, 2016 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes.

5. March 28, 2016 City Council Workshop Minutes.

6. Approve Class C Beer and Sunday Sales Liquor License renewal for Git N Go #14, 801 1st Ave W.; Class B Native Wine, Class C Beer, and Sunday Sales Liquor License renewal for Casey's General Store #2341, 3104 First Ave East.; Class C Liquor, Outdoor Service and Sunday Sales Liquor License renewal for Yanni's, 2002 First Ave E..

7. Resolution appointing Tanya Michener to serve on the Newton Historic Preservation Commission for a term ending December 31, 2018. Resolution No. 2016 - 059 adopted.

8. Approval of Bills AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Consent agenda items approved.

Mayor Hansen stated that this is the time and place for a public hearing on a resolution awarding contract for the 2016 - S 2nd Ave Street Improvements Project.

There were no written comments.

Moved by Trotter, seconded by Mullan to close the public hearing.

AYES: Six. NAYS: None. The public hearing was closed.

Moved by Chapé, seconded by Kulis, to adopt the resolution. AYES: Six. NAYS: None. Resolution No. 2016 - 060 adopted.

Mayor Hansen stated that this is the time and place for a public hearing on a resolution awarding contract for the 2016 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project.

There were no written comments. Keith Laube, Public Works Director explained the process. Moved by Trotter, seconded by Mullan to close the public hearing. AYES: Six. NAYS: None. The public hearing was closed. Moved by George, seconded by Trotter, to adopt the resolution. AYES: Six. NAYS: None. Resolution No. 2016 - 061 adopted.

Mayor Hansen stated that this is the time and place for a public hearing on a resolution awarding contract for the 2016 Lincoln Street Paving Project.

There were no written comments. Bill Rosener, Executive Vice President Asphalt Paving Association of Iowa, spoke on using a hot asphalt mix alternative and its benefits.

Laube indicated both products are good, but recommends concrete for longer life. Moved

by George, seconded by Biondi to close the public hearing.

AYES: Six. NAYS: None. The public hearing was closed.

Moved by George, seconded by Biondi, to adopt the resolution.

AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 062 adopted.

Moved by Chapé, seconded by Kulis to Introduce a Resolution authorizing the Newton Fire Department to amend an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Transportation Agreement with City of Baxter and Baxter Rural Fire and Rescue. AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 063 adopted.

Moved by George, seconded by Mullan to Introduce a Resolution approving the installation of two directional signs as official City signage for the Iowa Speedway within the right-of-way for Rusty Wallace Drive and Iowa Speedway Drive.

AYES: Six. NAYS: None.

Resolution No. 2016 - 064 adopted.

Moved by Kulis, seconded by Trotter to Introduce a Resolution Approving an Engineering Services Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. to Provide

Newton Community School Board of Education Regular Board Meeting Emerson Hough - Conference Room 125 March 28, 2016 - 6:45 PM MINUTES Call to Order President Sheri Benson convened the board to order at 6:45 PM Roll Call Present: Sheri Benson, Josh Cantu, Donna Cook, Andrew Elbert, Robyn Friedman, Ann Leonard, Travis Padget, Bob Callaghan, Gayle Isaac, and Christine Dawson Others Present: Diane Babcock, Jason Brooks (Newton Daily News), Jolene Comer, Brenda Hodnett, Mike Moran, Larry Pauley, Dr. Chris Pierson (AEA), Tina Ross, and Randy Van (KCOB) Communications - None Consent Agenda - ACTION #9839 Cook moved, Padget seconded to approve the consent agenda.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Human Resources Update Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented the Human Resources Update Certified Personnel - ACTION #9840 Lauren Barrick (Reassignment) - Special Ed Teacher (WW) to 3rd Grade Teacher (EH) - effective 2016 2017 school year Leonard moved, Friedman seconded to approve the Certified Personnel Human Resources Update.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Classified Personnel - ACTION #9841 Jessica Bartello - (Resignation) - Success Coach (AH) - effective June 2, 2016 Ronda Mudra - (Reassignment) PT Custodian (WW) to FT Custodian (NHS) - effective March 21, 2016 Leonard moved, Cook seconded to approve the Classified Personnel Human Resources Update.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Open Forum - no one requested to speak during the Open Forum Public Hearing - (6:45 PM) 2016 - 2017 School Year Calendar (No verbal or written comments) Superintendent's Report - Bob Callaghan, Superintendent Campus Communication Update - report not included due to Spring Break Timeline Update: Administration Building Progress on Newton Administration Center Remodel was shared, including pictures. been Change orders have minimal, with the project on schedule to be substantially completed by the end of May 2016.

Campus Attendance Report (3rd Quarter) - presented an Infinite Campus report by campus for percent of students in attendance District Enrollment Summary (3rd Quarter) - presented an Infinite Campus report by campus totaling current students enrolled Learning, Leadership, and District Business Bob Callaghan, Superintendent and Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services Denison Culture Survey Dr. Chris Pierson (AEA) shared a “Road Trip” presentation highlighting the Heartland AEA's approximate five-year journey with improving their organizational culture amidst a leadership transition. This was done by administering various Denison culture surveys. There was discussion about using the Denison Culture Survey in the Newton CSD, if so it will be brought back at a future meeting.

In-District Student Transfer Procedures - ACTION #9842 Jolene Comer, Berg Elementary Principal, outlined in-district student transfer procedures for the 2016 - 2017 school year. The expectation is that (K-4) elementary-age children attend their designated elementary school as defined by the district boundary lines. The protocol for transfer requests was discussed.

Board Members Cook and Friedman would like elementary principals to discuss consideration of transfer requests for TJ and WW 3rd grade students who are transitioning to different buildings in 4th grade.

Mrs. Comer emphasized that class size will be priority. Padget moved, Friedman seconded, to accept the In-District Student Transfer Procedures by the April 11, 2016 board meeting whether any additional edits are made or not.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Leonard, Padget Consider Approval of Pacesetter Fundraisers ACTION #9843 Gayle Isaac presented three fund raising project reports submitted for approval by the Pacesetters.

Elbert moved, Cantu seconded to approve the fundraiser request.

Ayes: Benson, Cantu, Elbert, Padget Friedman, Leonard, Nays: Cook Consider Approval of a Cooperative Agreement for 2016 - 2017 between the

NEWTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Paid Bills - March 1-31, 2016 VENDOR DESC AMOUNT A TECH INC S......................................$809.70 A-1 LOCK R......................................$105.00 AHLERS & COONEY PC SE...................................$404.00 AJ ALLEN MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC SE................................$1,170.00 ALBIA COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T......................................$698.91 ALLENDER BUTZKE ENGINEERS INC SE................................$1,270.93 AMAZON S......................................$981.74 AMERICAN BUSINESS PHONES S.................................$15,651.00 AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY SE................................$5,495.70 APPLE COMPUTER INC E......................................$100.00 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES S......................................$147.08 ATLANTIC BOTTLING COMPANY S...................................$1,074.17 ATLAS PEN & PENCIL LLC S........................................$93.91 AUTO JET MUFFLER CORP S/R..................................$325.70 B & H PHOTO VIDEO E......................................$289.95 BARCLAY WOOD TOYS & BLOCKS S......................................$251.17 BARTELLO, JESSICA SE.....................................$20.32 BARTELLO, THOMAS SE.....................................$40.00 BAXTER COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T.................................$20,243.16 BIO CORPORATION S......................................$485.80 BLACK HILLS ENERGY U.................................$26,383.10 BLATCHFORD, LESA SE.....................................$55.80 BOONE HIGH SCHOOL SE...................................$105.00 BOOTHE, ANDREW SE...................................$250.00 BRENTON SKATING PLAZA SE...................................$294.00 BULBGUY LIGHTING S.................................$10,573.23 BUN IN THE OVEN SE...................................$360.00 CALDWELL, BRIERLY, CHALUPA & NUZUM PLLC SE...................................$161.00 CALLAGHAN, ROBERT SE.....................................$40.00 CAMPBELL, MARV SE...................................$593.28 CARDINAL TROPHIES AND AWARDS S......................................$385.00 CAROLINA BIOLOGICAL SUPPLY CO E......................................$130.63 CDW GOVERNMENT INC E...................................$4,541.44 CEDAR RAPIDS COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$6,790.77 CENGAGE LEARNING S...................................$3,288.91 CENTER FOR EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT LAW S......................................$253.95 CENTERVILLE BAND PARENTS SE...................................$135.00 CENTRAL IOWA DISTRIBUTING INC S........................................$56.20 CENTRAL STATES SWIM CLINIC S......................................$180.00 CITY OF NEWTON LANDFILL U..........................................$6.00 CITY OF NEWTON WATERWORKS U...................................$4,127.76 CITY SUPPLY CORP S...................................$1,835.03 COMMUNICATION INNOVATORS S.................................$89,756.00 COMPETITIVE EDGE PRODUCTS INC S...................................$2,135.87 CONTINENTAL RESEARCH CORP S......................................$233.00 CREATIVE MATHMATICS S......................................$840.00 CREECHER FEATURE INC SE...................................$497.70 CROSON, CRISTY SE...................................$104.80 CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER CO S........................................$15.00 DANIELS, AARON SE...................................$190.00 DANNCO INC S...................................$3,434.45 DAVIS, ERIK SE.....................................$40.00 DC SPORTS S......................................$949.00 DEARBORN, STEVEN SE.....................................$40.00 DECKER SPORTING GOODS INC S...................................$2,437.25 DELAGE LANDEN

MINNESOTA CLAY USA S......................................$671.52 MOO'S BBQ S......................................$394.76 MORAN, MICHAEL SE.....................................$46.44 MOUNTAIN HOME BIOLOGICAL S......................................$246.81 MULLINS, CHRIS SE.....................................$36.14 MUNICIPAL SAFETY SUPPLY S........................................$40.75 NAPA AUTO PARTS S/R..................................$833.95 NATIONAL ART EDUCATION ASSN SE...................................$180.00 NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION SE...................................$388.71 NEWS PRINTING CO SE...................................$774.24 NEWTON CLINIC SE...................................$778.00 NEWTON COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT SE................................$3,987.31 NEWTON PARKS DEPARTMENT S.................................$24,284.20 NICK'S DJ SERVICE SE...................................$550.00 NOBLE FORD OF NEWTON S/R....................................$49.04 NORSOLV S/R....................................$82.40 NORVELL, JENNIFER SE.....................................$24.25 NUETZMAN, MATT SE...................................$100.00 O'HALLORAN INTERNATIONAL INC S/R...............................$3,980.50 O'KEEFE ELEVATOR R......................................$867.86 O'REILLY AUTOMOTIVE STORES INC S/R..................................$719.46 OFFICE DEPOT S........................................$87.60 OGIO S......................................$743.81 ONE LESS THING S......................................$250.00 ORIENTAL TRADING CO INC S......................................$285.87 OSBY, KRYSTEN SE...................................$108.92 OUSLEY, ART SE...................................$100.00 PJ DELI SE...................................$243.85 PAGELER, LISA SE.....................................$80.71 PC & MAC EXCHANGE E...................................$2,329.96 PCM COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T.................................$26,247.87 PEARSON, STEVEN SE.....................................$63.18 PELLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T...................................$9,674.00 PERRY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT T......................................$125.00 PETERS, WILLIAM SE...................................$500.65 PITNEY BOWES SE...................................$156.09 POSTMASTER SE...................................$274.00 PRAXAIR DISTRIBUTION INC S......................................$221.79 PRESTO-X LLC U......................................$436.30 QUILL CORP E......................................$389.32 RAMAEKER ENTERPRISES INC S........................................$19.17 RAYMOND GEDDES & CO INC S......................................$113.51 RAYNER & RINN SCOTT INC S...................................$1,605.84 REALLY GOOD STUFF INC S......................................$439.52 REVTRAK INC SE................................$1,301.86 RIEMAN MUSIC INC S/R..................................$119.50 RIO GRANDE BOOK CO S......................................$447.02 ROCHON CORP OF IOWA C...............................$772,059.51 ROSS, HEATHER SE...................................$117.09 ROSS, TINA SE.....................................$40.00 SADLER POWER TRAIN INC S/R..................................$171.00 SCHOLASTIC INC S...................................$1,217.20 SCHOOL BUS SALES E...................................$5,014.00 SCHOOL SPECIALITY INC E...................................$1,392.37 SCHOOLOGY INC S...................................$8,250.00 SCHUSTER, TODD SE.....................................$40.00 SCOTTON, SANDRA SE...................................$123.24 SELOVER, LAURA SE.....................................$40.00 SHARP, LISA SE.....................................$40.00 SHOCKEY, SARA SE.....................................$19.19 SIGN PRO SE................................$1,934.00 SKUTT CERAMIC PRODUCTS INC S......................................$140.29 SLOAN, DANIELS SE.....................................$40.00 SNAP-ON TOOLS S........................................$61.95 SOCIAL STUDIES SCHOOL SERVICE S......................................$111.89 SOLUTION TREE S...................................$6,500.00 SOUTH TAMA COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT SE...................................$160.00 SPAHN & ROSE LUMBER S/R..................................$832.10 SPECIAL NEEDS TOYS S........................................$50.00 SPRINGER, BRIAN SE.....................................$36.00 STAND FOR THE SILENT INC SE...................................$270.00 STAPLES ADVANTAGE S........................................$98.75 STATE STEEL OF DES MOINES S......................................$350.00 STUMPS S......................................$491.95 SUBWAY SE...................................$120.00 SUPPLY WORKS S.................................$10,078.50

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Newton Community School Board of Education Board Work Session Emerson Hough - Conference Room 125 March 28, 2016 - 5:15 PM MINUTES Call to Order President Sheri Benson convened the board to order at 5:15 PM Roll Call Present: Sheri Benson, Josh Cantu, Andrew Elbert, Robyn Friedman, Ann Leonard, Travis Padget (5:32 PM), Bob Callaghan, Gayle Isaac Absent: Donna Cook Consent Agenda - ACTION #9855 Leonard moved, Friedman seconded to approve the consent agenda.

Benson, Cantu, Elbert, Ayes: Friedman, Leonard Absent: Cook, Padget Budget Work Session - Bob Callaghan, Superintendent and Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services Bob Callaghan, Superintendent and Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services went through the FY 2016 - 2017 Proposed Budget.

They discussed the software tools used to develop the budget and the rationale for their projections. They went over the proposed budget cuts needed to attain a balanced budget.

They discussed the property tax levy rate and answered questions on how the individual levy rates were determined. A comparison of property tax levy rates was shown of districts our size and/or surrounding districts.

A discussion on the proposed prelevy, for early payment on a General Obligation Bond that is callable, was held. This pre-levy would affect only the Debt Service Fund.

Adjourn - ACTION #9856 Leonard moved, Elbert seconded to unanimously adjourn the meeting at 6:17 PM. Minutes Mailed President Approved by Action No. __________, 2016 Secretary April 14

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GARAGE SALE Items From 3 Houses and Several Families Thurs., April 14: Noon-6pm Friday, April 15: Noon-6pm Sat., April 16: 9am-2pm Antiques, collectibles, furniture, home furnishings, wall decor, day care items & toys, seasonal items, twin beds, refrigerator, 5 mowers, and too much to list.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LEAKY ROOF, Missing Shingles???

Flat roof repair & coating.

Chimney repair & removal.

Soffit & fascia repair & cover.

General Repairs

Giovanni’s Pizza

PAINTING

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INSULATION

Attic & side walls.

Attic fans & ventilation Leaf Proof Gutter Covers,

MISSING SINCE 2/4/16 Female mini aussie “Bailey” 9 yrs old, 15” tall Red merle, blue eyes Missing from NW Newton, IA. Contact Dennis or Carol Kaisand 641-521-6771 MISSING: BROTHER & Sister Husky Malamute male- blond & light brown hair, female- gray & tan color, 5 years old, missing since April 10th. Names are Chuck & Apache. Aurora Heights area. Please call Mary @515-681-6775 or Jeremy @ 515-777-9651.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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

SERVICE DIRECTORY

RECYCLE

SLOAN, DANIELS SE.....................................$40.00 SNAP-ON TOOLS S........................................$61.95 SOCIAL STUDIES SCHOOL SERVICE S......................................$111.89 SOLUTION TREE S...................................$6,500.00 SOUTH TAMA COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT SE...................................$160.00 SPAHN & ROSE LUMBER S/R..................................$832.10 SPECIAL NEEDS TOYS S........................................$50.00 SPRINGER, BRIAN SE.....................................$36.00 STAND FOR THE SILENT INC SE...................................$270.00 STAPLES ADVANTAGE S........................................$98.75 STATE STEEL OF DES MOINES S......................................$350.00 STUMPS S......................................$491.95 SUBWAY SE...................................$120.00 SUPPLY WORKS S.................................$10,078.50 TAMS-WITMARK MUSIC INC S...................................$1,252.50 TECH LEADERS LLC S......................................$120.00 TERPSTRA, JEREMY SE.....................................$40.00 THOMAS BUS SALES OF IOWA E...................................$1,148.08 TRACK WRESTLING S........................................$47.00 TROPHY DEPOT S........................................$95.14 TROPHY SHOP S...................................$2,105.17 UKRAINIAN GIFT SHOP INC S......................................$271.00 ULINE S......................................$562.78 URBANDALE HIGH SCHOOL SE.....................................$50.00 US BANK SE................................$3,241.18 US CELLULAR U......................................$773.62 VARIETY SPECIALITIES S......................................$928.00 VERNON COMPANY S......................................$420.63 VILLAGE CLEANERS INC SE.....................................$65.06 WALMART STORES INC E...................................$2,481.84 WATERLOO COMM SCHOOL DISTRICT T........................................$70.74 WAYNE DENNIS SUPPLY CO S/R..................................$935.28 WEEKS, THOMAS SE...................................$165.00 WENGER CORPORATION E......................................$950.00 WEST DES MOINES EMS SE...................................$200.00 WESTWOOD GOLF COURSE SE...................................$500.00 WIGGINS, RANDY SE...................................$100.00 WINDSTREAM IOWA COMMUNICATIONS U......................................$168.05 WOOD ROOFING CO SE...................................$675.15 WOOLLUMS, HEIDI SE.....................................$11.00 WORTHINGTON, MELINDA SE...................................$338.52 WRIGHT, JOURDAN SE...................................$123.35 WYLIE, LARRY SE.....................................$40.00 YMCA SE...................................$740.00 YOUNG, DENNIS SE.....................................$15.00 ZEE MEDICAL INC S........................................$48.40 DISTRICT TOTAL.$1,265,396.11 KEY: C - CONSTRUCTION E = SUPPLIES/EQUIPMENT R = REPAIRS S = MISC. SUPPLIES U = UTILITIES SE = MISC. SERVICES T = TUITION S/R = SUPPLIES/REPAIRS April 14

INVESTORS

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Executive Director

JEWELRY

Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau is accepting applications for an Executive Director.

Interested & qualified candidates should go to

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AFFORDABLE PAINTING

for a job description & application details.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Exterior/Interior painting

Salary will be commensurate with experience & qualifications.

Residential & Commerical

The Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau is a private not-for-profit 501(c)6 organization & an equal opportunity employer.

Drywall patching & retexturizing

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Kevin Horstman 515-745-0853

JELD-WEN is hiring Production Employees!

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Full-timeMonday-Friday, 40 hours + per week 10am-7pm 10am-7pm & Monday-Friday and 7:30am-4pm Saturday 7:30am-4pm Saturday, We Offer: Start date May 16th $12.00/hr with earning potential • Starting pay Accepting applications until May 1st

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3 KITCHEN leather chairs on rollers, very good $10. each. 641-275-2715.

AMERIMAX PLASTIC snap in gutter guards, 58 pc., 3 ft. long each. New in box $25. for all. 515-9790085.

FOR SALE

ANTIQUE OAK show case, 8 ft. x 2 ft. x 42”, good condition $350. or OBO. K.O. Lee Cutter grinder with tooling $800. or OBO. 792-6316 CLOTH LIFT chair, light brown, works good. $300.

641-792-1165.

FISHER MT-650 direct drive automatic turn table, Realistic STA 720, AM-FM stereo receiver. Make offer. 792-2468.

GARTH BROOKS Concert Tickets $150 per ticket or OBO. 4 for show on April 29th at 10:30 pm and 4 for show on May 1st at 7:30 pm. 515-313-7803 GOLF CLUBS- right hand driver, Taylor made 460 Slider Senior flex w/cover $60., 3 & 5 Fairway Woods, Tommy Armour Graphite stiff shaft $15. each. 641-792-8160.

IBENEZ GUITARS, acoustic/ electric $275., like new.

641-275-5411.

LOVE SEAT, like new condition, paid $700. will sell for $300. or close offer. .

719-289-6105 or 719-5649391.

NICE 6' cloth (fabric) sofa with pattern, light brown $150. or OBO. End tables 17”Wx20”Hx28”L $35. each. 2 end tables or lamp stand made of ash & birch wood, dark stain. Match coffee table 23”wx18”Hx52”long $60.

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2000 CADILAC 4 dr, silver, 180,xxx miles, nice interior. Recently serviced.

Front tires brand new, good dependable car. $2,500 firm. 641-840-0153 2001 SILVERADO 2500 HD Ext cab 4dr. 10 ply tires. Allison auto trans. HD hitch New plates $6000 obo 641-792-8564

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (April 14). This year’s theme is the cultivation of wisdom. Kindness draws people to you and they stick around to help you build something beautiful in May and June. Love relationships intensify in August. You’ll work closely with a mentor in October

REAL ESTATE

1983 HONDA VF1100C V65 Magna motorcycle.

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

Asking $2695. 641 521 5809.

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

(515) 729-8024.

1958 BUICK motor and transmission for parts $285. 641-526-3220.

Truck Driver Needed OTR

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and solve a financial dilemma.

One goal will turn into a journey through Libra and Sagittarius adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 50, 2, 11 and 18.

ARIES (March 21-April 19).

Certain people who know the facts all too well are likely to exaggerate and distort them for their own entertainment. If you take it too seriously, it’s confusing. If you don’t, it’s fun.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20).

You strive to leave the world better than you found it, preferably with many smiles in your wake.

Your commitment to add good cheer wherever you go will be the side project that becomes a

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

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

2011 FORD Ranger, 24k miles, extended cab, 2WD. Call for more information.

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2012 MONTANA 4 season 5th wheel RV, new tires, generator, 3 slides, fireplace, micro/convection oven. Always shedded.

New condition. No pets $47,995.

New nearly $80,000. 641-521-7197

THAT’S IMPORTANT TO YOU!

2014 SHASTA Flyte 3150K Travel trailer comes w/ 3 bedroom bunkhouse in the rear w/ spacious storage, one slide includes bunk style table and jackknife couch (sleeps 2-3), queen size bed up front w/ storage cabinets and extra storage underneath, electric awning and tow-jack, outdoor kitchen w/ second refrigerator and propane grill. Asking $18,500 or OBO. 563-249-6886.

1997 FORD Conversion van, low miles, very well cared for, tow pkg, tow brakes, new brakes, leather interior, tv/dvd, very comfortable ride $4200.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’re not expecting anyone else to bring you to life, and yet you cannot deny that being around

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CANCER (June 22-July 22). You are quite vigilant about showing up where you’re expected. Don’t go soft when it comes to your own schedule! You have one hour to spend on your favorite activity. Plan it; then support and protect the plan.

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

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

16-32 hours per week

Applications and a job summary can be found at www.co.jasper.ia.us or picked up at the Human Resources Office located at: 115 N 2nd Ave. E in North Newton, Iowa 50208

GEMINI (May 21-June 21).

Your leisure time is too precious to spend on entertainment you’re not that into. Your work time is the same: Just because you’re getting paid doesn’t mean you should settle for being less than totally excited.

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

We offer a competitive wage and complete benefit package.

NOW HIRING

The Jasper County Engineer is seeking qualified applicants to fill the seasonal position for Skilled Labor within the Secondary Roads Dept.

Duties will vary with focus on sign replacement and roadside vegetation. A valid Iowa CDL and chemical application experience is preferred.

main part of your legacy.

• Social Worker - Monday-Friday 6 hrs per day - Full Time Must be State Licensed and Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services

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How you want it.

Where you want it.

When you want it.

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

99 SUPER Duty Ford diesel pick up. 138,000 ac2002 GRAY, extended cab tual miles, dually single Chevy Silverado. Fully cab. A1 condition. No rust loaded with towing pack- $8000 obo 641-831-3821 age, leather, heated seats, automatic seats, mirrors, DAEWOO-DD802L DOZetc. 207k miles and some ER $20,000. 641-792-4332 very minor dents/scratches. Engine runs perfect. 1984 PRAIRIE Schooner Recently fully detailed and 5th wheel camping trailer, new battery. $7,000 OBO. 32 feet, good tires, needs Contact Cody if interested work, used once. $1,200. at 515-681-1373 792-4334.

Astrograph

To think or not to think: that is the question, as Mercury and Jupiter align auspiciously, combining the logic of body and mind with a kind of felicitous, nonsensical lunar enthusiasm.

If you’re the type to over-think your way into trouble, focus an intention on the greater good and that’s what will be unthinkingly achieved.

AUTOMOTIVE

certain people just makes you feel better, more vibrant and more joyful. Bump up the frequency of this with a few invitations.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

You’ll be working on something uncomfortably exciting today.

Are you really qualified? No! There is no way for you to be qualified except by taking it on now. That’s what makes it a bold adventure.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). It’s your curious attitude that opens the world to you. You never have to worry where this is going next. Being genuinely interested in one thing will immediately link you to the next thing. Trust your intelligence.

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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR RN’S AND LPN’S IN NEWTON! Nurse Force has immediate openings for FT and PT with private duty pediatric home care case in Newton. Shifts are 10 hours a day.

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The great skill that trumps all the other skills right now is listening.

When you do that well, you give yourself a distinct advantage, standing out in a sea of selfinvolved individuals.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Discussing and accounting for your time will be a key component of this day. It will be useful to keep a log of your activities, especially if those activities involve reading. A thorough approach will produce a rich opportunity.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

It happens every so often that you find yourself in a predicament you don’t quite understand.

You’ve achieved many years of wisdom and yet maybe you’re

still too young for this one. At least it’s helping you to ask better questions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

Impatience and laziness are the evils to combat now, as they will lead to far worse sins. Any tendency in this direction needs to be rooted out and replaced with compassion and usefulness.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20).

Maybe you were going for a certain prize in the beginning, and it’s still very important to you that you get this, but the joy of achievement is the true treasure you’ll take away from the experience. You’ll slow down and savor it.

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