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Jury seated in trial of 2013 dog-mauling death of Prairie City child

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tions to help upgrade appearances.

This was the first year Berg Middle School students participated, helping with projects that are in their general northeast part of the city.

High school students, usually grouped by grade level or organization, walked or were bused to dozens of locations in and around the city. Several freshmen were part of a team led by Newton High science teacher Sarah Curry.

That team walked from Newton

Jury selection concluded Wednesday in the case of a 26-year-old Prairie City woman charged with child endangerment in the 2013 dog-mauling death of 4-year-old Jordyn Arndt.

A jury of 10 men and four women was seated before adjourning at 3:30 p.m.

Court resumed with opening arguments at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Jasper County Courthouse. District Court Judge Richard Clogg estimates the trial will last six to seven days.

Defense counsel for Jena M. Wright Wright and Assistant Jasper County Attorney Kelly Bennett began questioning potential jurors at 10:30 a.m. regarding preconceived notions they may hold about the case and possible relationships with parties involved.

A witness expected to testify for the defense is canine expert Ron Berman. During questioning, potential jurors expressed opinions about certain dog breeds and some said they believed the nature of dogs depends on how the pets are raised.

Wright is accused of leaving Arndt unattended with an American Staffordshire terrier at 300 S. Marshall St. in Prairie City, April 22, 2013. According to the initial police report, Wright was babysitting the 4-year-old girl at the time of the animal attack, which caused injuries ultimately resulting in the child’s death.

The defendant could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted of child endangerment resulting in death, a Class B felony, and up to 10 years for a conviction of neglect or abandonment, a Class C felony.

The case has been in the court system for nearly two years, plagued by multiple delays.

Wright is also facing charges of assault on a peace officer causing bodily injury and interference with official acts in this case. Wright allegedly kicked the arresting officer — former Prairie City Police Chief Louis Modlin — in the chest during a struggle at 601 S. Norris St. in Prairie City.

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Kate Malott/Daily News Newton High School students learn how to place a tree before planting 30 trees at Maytag Park in Newton.

More than 1,300 Cardinals paint, clean, serve

Students brave winds on Red Pride Day

By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News With paint brushes, garbage bags, trowels, shovels and a dedication to their community, more than 1,300 people made an effort to improve their Newton surroundings Wednesday.

MORE INSIDE See more photos from Red Pride Day inside on Page 8A

The seventh annual Red Pride Service Day allowed Newton middle school and high school students to get out of their school buildings for a couple of hours to help with various beautification efforts around the city.

From painting a wall at a park to cleaning up trash to planting trees and flowers, more than 1,200 students and volunteers from groups or businesses braved windy condi-

Fine schedule established for landfill

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News Fines were established for illegal dumping of trash in the recycling and yard waste area of the Newton Sanitary Landfill at the Monday city council meeting.

The area is permitted and regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources with the DNR having the capability to fine the landfill up to $10,000 for permit violations. The

fines are created to protect the landfill against potential fines from the DNR and discourage any illegal dumping.

“The fine schedule is to prevent illegal dumping in this 24/7 area where people come day and night and get rid of recyclables as well as yard waste,” Public Works Director Keith Laube said. “If we do not have that people might dump their trash there.”

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Jamee A. Pierson/Daily News The Newton City Council established Monday the fines for illegal dumping of trash at the Newton Sanitary Landfil.

The Sons of Gladys Kravitz kick off Thunder Nites

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News It’s that time of year again, grab your motorcycle (or your lawn chair) and head to Thunder Nites Bike Night Friday on the downtown square.

In its fourth year, Thunder Nites brings more than 1,000 motorcycles along with thousands of people to downtown the second weekend of the month starting in May and running through September. Kicking off the concert series is The Sons of Gladys Kravitz, a classic rock group out of Des Moines.

“This will be our first appearance at Thunder Nites and we are really looking forward to it,” band member Brian Kohlwes said.

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acoustic duo, the group has existed in one form or another ever since. Currently, the group is a four piece classic rock cover band that plays music from the 1960s through present day.

Wade Krieg (guitar/vocals) and Ron Kennebeck (keyboards/vocals), Brian Kohlwes

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Fitness Courses Newton YMCA

1701 S. Eighth Ave. E.

Classes are free for members, or $9 for a nonmember adult day pass.

Body Pump Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays — 5:15 to 6:15 a.m.

Mondays and Wednesdays — 7 to 7:45 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays — 5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Body Pump is 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.

Silver Sneakers Tuesday and Thursday — 8:15 to 9 a.m.

Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball are offered for resistance and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

File Photo Making time for activities, integrating it into daily routine and asking others to join you is a good way to stay motivated in pursuit for more physical activity.

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

By Nancy Schive, RD, LD Skiff Medical Center Regular physical activity is good for everyone’s health, and people of all ages and body types can be physically active.

National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is a great time to spread the word about the benefits of being active.

Here are just a few benefits of physical activity: • Children and adolescents — Physical activity can improve muscular fitness and bone and heart health.

• Adults — Physical activity can lower risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some types of cancer. It can also help with maintaining or losing weight.

• Older adults — Physical activity can lower the risk of falls and improve cognitive functioning (like learning and judgment skills).

Help your family move more each day and have fun with it.

Think about what your family can do to be active together.

Here are some ideas.

Make Time • Identify free times. Keep track of your daily activities for one week. Pick two 30-minute time slots you could use for family activity time.

• Add physical activity to your daily routine. For example, walk or ride your bike to work or a friend’s house, walk the dog with your children, exercise while you watch TV or park farther away from your destination.

• Try to walk, jog or swim during your lunch hour, or take fitness breaks instead of coffee breaks. Try doing something active after dinner with your family, or on weekends.

• Check out activities requiring little time. Try walking, jogging or stair climbing.

Bring Others Into It Ask friends and family to support your efforts. Invite them to be active with you: • Exercise with friends.

• Play with your kids or ask them to join you for an exercise video or fitness game.

• Develop new friendships with physically active people.

• Join a group, such as the YMCA or a hiking or biking club.

Energize Yourself Plan to be active at times in the day or week when you feel you have a lot of energy. Convince yourself that if you give it a chance, physical activity will increase your energy level — then try it.

Stay Motivated Plan ahead. Make physical activity a regular part of your family’s schedule. Write it on a family activity calendar.

Pick activities requiring no new skills, such as walking or climbing stairs.

Exercise with friends who are at the same skill level as you are. Create opportunities for your children to be active with friends.

Use Available Resources Select activities that don’t need costly sports gear, such as walking, jogging, jumping rope or doing push-ups.

Identify inexpensive, local resources in your area, such as programs through your community center, park or recreation group or worksite.

Make the Most of All Conditions Develop a set of activities for you and your family that are always available regardless of weather, such as indoor cycling, indoor swimming, stair climbing, rope skipping, mall walking, dancing and active games that you can play indoors.

When the weather is nice, try outdoor swimming, jogging, walking or tennis.

Yoga Tuesdays and Thursdays — 7 to 8 a.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 integra­ tion and radiant health. This class is for all skill levels.

Water Aerobics Monday through Friday — 6 to 7 a.m. and 9 to 10 a.m.

Water exercises are considered the safest form of exercise because the body is supported by the water and the water resistance provides maximum benefits without pain or sore, stiff muscles. The class is designed for everyone, regardless of fitness level.

PiYo Beach Body Mondays and Wednesdays — 6:05 to 6:50 p.m.

PiYo is a creative and unique athletic blend of Pilates, Yoga, and more. The moves fit perfectly together to form chore­ ography that is both fun and challenging. This class is for all skill levels.

Newton Church of The Way 2306 S. Third Ave. E.

Classes are free and open to the public.

Chair Workout Tuesdays and Fridays — noon to 12:45 p.m.

Basic Step Aerobics Tuesdays and Thursdays — 8:15 a.m.

Cardio Pump Tuesdays and Thursdays — 8:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Dietary Course Newton Hy-Vee 1502 First Ave. E.

Wonderful Waffles Cooking Class 6 to 7:30 p.m., May 26 Newton Hy-Vee, $5

Join Jenny Thompson, RD, LD, CDE, for this cooking class which will feature a wide variety of recipes using a waffle iron. Samples and recipes are provided. Please register by calling 641-792-7030 or stopping by Cus­ tomer Service or by clicking on register.

Study: Cutting carbon dioxide saves 3,500 US lives a year WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama Administration’s hotly debated plan to reduce heat-trapping carbon dioxide from the nation’s power plants will save about 3,500 lives a year by cutting back on other types of pollution as well, a new independent study concludes.

A study from Harvard and Syracuse University calculates the decline in heart attacks and lung disease when soot and smog are reduced — an anticipated byproduct of the president’s proposed power plant rule, which aims to fight global warming by limiting carbon dioxide emissions.

Past studies have found that between 20,000 and 30,000 Americans

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die each year because of health problems from power plant air pollution, study authors and outside experts say.

The study was published Monday in the peer-reviewed scientific journal Nature Climate Change.

The proposed EPA rule, which is not yet finalized, is complex and tailored to different states. It aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 30 percent from 2005 levels by 2030.

Study authors said their research, while not hewing to the Obama plan exactly, is quite close and comparable. The study also finds about the same number of deaths prevented by reducing soot and smog that the administration claimed when the plan was rolled out

more than a year ago.

Some in Congress have been trying to block the regulation from going into effect, calling the plan a job-killer and an example of government overreach.

The study finds that the rule would eliminate an average of 3,500 deaths a year — a range of lives saved from 780 to 6,100 — with more than 1,000 of the lives saved in just four states that get lots of pollution from coal power plants: Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas and Illinois. The new regulation would reduce hospitalizations by 1,000 a year and heart attacks by 220 a year, the study says.

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ticeable benefits, the authors said.

“There could be lives saved associated with the way we implement the policy,” said study lead author Charles Driscoll, an environmental engineering professor at Syracuse. “Why not kill two birds with one stone if you can?”

Lab studies on animals show how soot and smog harm the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and epidemiological studies link tens of thousands of deaths each year to soot and smog pollution, said study co-author Joel Schwartz, a Harvard environmental epidemiologist. The study’s authors examined 2,417 power plants and used computer models to project and track their emissions.

Local News Service Continued from Page 1A High to Sunset Park, along East Fourth Street, and then painted over a grafitti-damaged block wall adjacent to the parking lot. Several groups helped plant flowers in the permanent planters and pots located on the courthouse square.

Kamden Keuhnen, Cole Cazett and Bryce Rhone are three Newton High freshman who worked together on a planter on the northeast corner of the courthouse property.

Many of the teens kept the mood light while remaining productive. When asked how things were going, Cazett smiled and jokingly replied “Great — although it would be going better, if Bryce were working a little faster.”

In the past, organizers had more time to work with, as Newton schools use to have an early dismissal for all students on Wednesdays. This year, with no such Wednesdays to work with, the service work had to be compressed into a couple of hours — less in cases that involved a longer trip to the work sites.

Dustin Brisel, who was recently hired as the NHS baseball coach, was painting the cinder blocks of a Woodland Park dugout

Landfill Continued from Page 1A The city approved a progressive schedule of fines for violators with the minimum of $100 fine plus tipping fees for incidents when landfill staff can identify the violator from video surveillance, contact he violator and the violator agrees to pay the fine.

The second tier is a $500 fine, plus tipping fees, plus court costs for incidents where the landfill needs the help of the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office to collect the fine through a court hearing. The largest fine imposed would be $1,000, plus DNR fines, disposal fees and court costs for illegal dumping items restricted by the Recourse Conservation and Recovery Act, such as hazardous materials.

“Our idea is to have this area under camera surveillance and have signage so people understand what

by himself at the start of Wednesday’s service day.

However, reinforcements eventually arrived, and the group got a coat of paint onto both of the field’s dugouts.

There were older students involved as well.

Two NHS seniors — Katie Chisholm and Paitin Burroughs — were aided by event organizer Omar Gonzalez and NHS business teacher Justin Liston.

There were several efforts undertaken at Maytag Park and in other locations in and around the city. Efforts scheduled to happen at Jasper County Conservation’s property east of Newton included improvements to a mulch trail and a footbridge. Some of Wednesday’s projects were unique, and might not have happened soon had it not been for the service day.

Others, such as the Woodland Park dugouts, were timed to be completed on Red Pride day in a way that drove a point home; another coat will be added Saturday. Every student and volunteer received a blue “Get to Know Newton” Red Pride T-shirt to wear during the event, and to keep as a memento of their efforts.

The shirts, along with essential project materials like paint, mulch, flowers and cleaning materials, along with tools, were provided through donations from local businesses. goes in this area and what does not,” Laube said.

Council Member Noreen Otto thought it was important to know what is allowed in the area, including leave, small brush and grass clippings. All approved materials will be posted at the site.

“It is basically composting material that we use for our daily cover for top soil in the landfill,” Laube said.

“That is why it is free.”

There is also an area for recyclables such as plastic, glass and paper. Both areas are located at the front of the landfill making for easy access without having to go all the way into the landfill.

“I think this is a great service to provide to our citizens and we need to protect that so that law abiding citizens continue to have that ability in off hours,” Council Member Evelyn George said.

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

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NPD announces Newton Public Safety Day The Newton Police Department and the Newton Fire Department have announced the dates for the inaugural Newton Public Safety Day. On June 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front

of City Hall, 101 W. Fourth St. S., there will be Newton police and fire vehicles on display and families will have an opportunity to meet police officers and firefighters and have an up close and personal view

of the vital rescue equipment our local heroes use every day. There will also be a special landing of the Mercy One Emergency Medical Helicopter and an opportunity to meet the pilots and see the helicopter up

close. Hot dogs and water will be provided to the attendees.

For questions about the event please contact Newton Police Officer Brian Foster or Newton Fire Marshall Mike Knoll.

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Continued from Page 1A Eric Clapton, the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd and The Who. Kennebeck and Krieg began playing together in 1992 and formed the heart of the popular band The Subdivisions. Kennebeck and Maly go back to The Kruze Band from 1985 to 1990.

Krieg and Kohlwes spent several years playing together in Legacy.

The Sons of Gladys Kravitz can be found in two basic formats. The first is a more moderate duo acoustic show involving the vocal and instrumental talents of Kennebeck and Krieg in a laid-back eclectic version of your favorite hits from the 60s through the 80s. The second way is to find the band in all-out four piece rock mode where they enlist some of the best rhythm section players in central Iowa including Kohlwes and Maly.

The group chose a whimsical name evoking another time, “when actors could act and sitcoms were funny” and the music was great. They have busy summer planned with appearances at the Summerset Winery, Indianola and Winterset Bike Nights in June, The Italian Fest and Clive Fest in July and the Beaverdale Fall Festival in Sep-

Submitted Photo Pictured are members of the Thunder Nites Board, front row, from left, Cassie Archibald, Miranda Kulis, Terri Kotik, George Riggs and Angie Taylor.

Back row, Darrin Hamilton, Norman Maple, Bob O’Brien and Zach Johnson.

tember, as well as club appearances in Des Moines and the surrounding area.

The Thunder Nites board, under the leadership of executive director Angie Taylor and board president Bob O’Brien, features many community members new to the Thunder Nites family, but also includes community members who have been a part of Thunder Nites since the inception in 2011.

The Thunder Nites Board has brought in many new and

returning sponsors and vendors for this year. The Thunder Nites stage will feature many familiar faces including Wikid Likir, Richard Arndt, Standing Hampton and Gimikk.

The board will be adding more new surprises throughout the year, keep posted to the Thunder Nites Facebook page and website www.thundernitesinnewton.com.

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

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By Mike Mendenhall Staff Writer

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My first real experience with consumer debt was at 17 years old. I was in the market for my first non-beater automobile, and my dad felt it was a good opportunity to learn about responsible purchasing.

I needed a car that wasn’t gong to break the bank — something that wouldn’t strap a high school senior preparing for the four-year onslaught of student loans. I found a sporty, forest green Dodge Intrepid for $4,700. The loan rate was reasonable, and my dad cosigned. I was well on my way to the start of great credit history.

But at 17, I was not prepared for the lifestyle changes that would go along with a car payment and auto insurance.

Trips to the east side Burger King were now limited, shopping at Merle Hay Mall — Des Moines teens’ preferred shopping center in 2002 — were over. I had been working 15 hours per week at Hy-Vee for two years by that point in my life, but my summers were then consumed by 40-hour-perweek shifts in the Pleasant Hill Hy-Vee dairy department trying to afford my monthly payments.

The lessons in money management I gained from this experience were invaluable, but the fear of letting my dad down was not enough to avert risky money choices. With the importance of credit in today’s world, early intervention is still

lacking and this did not avert dumb mistakes I made trying to keep up with college buddies who grew up with a bit more privilege and a bit more green.

I would have gladly welcomed a high school course on basic household finance — a warning to young adults beginning their trek into capitalism that the money loaned by the local bank isn’t free and it is not income.

Bad credit and maxed debt in today’s society can keep someone from owning a home and buying a car. It will keep a great worker from a dream or quality job and can even break a romantic partnership.

Ultimately, it’s the responsibility of the individual to know

their limits and live within their means. But parents and the public educational system should help. Public school districts can educate students on responsible choices when it comes to money and finance, eliminating risky behavior before it starts. Parents can teach their kids creative ways to have fun, travel and experience the world without putting it on plastic.

It’s time to teach the next generation how to break the cycle of poverty and teach kids to work with what you have and reach out when you need a little help.

Contact Mike Mendenhall at mmendenhall@newtondailynews.com

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Drink outside the box I recently checked out an upscale yoga studio here in Madison, Wis. and discovered a new and disturbing trend: boxed water.

Boxed water?

OK, I’ve heard of boxed wine — and maybe even drunk a little.

But water?

By Jill The yoga Richardson studio in quesOtherWords tion appeals to a young, wealthy, presumably eco-conscious demographic. As the skinny, beautiful clients file into the heated room with their yoga mats, they pass a refrigerator case of boxed water and a sign proclaiming its environmental benefits.

These supposed benefits come from packaging water in a box instead of a plastic bottle. Plastic is bad for the planet, after all, and milk carton-style boxes don’t have the BPA and other estrogenic chemicals that you can ingest by drinking plastic-stored liquids.

I don’t know which genius figured that the best way to fix the problems of bottled water is to package it in boxes. But I’ve got an even better idea: drink

tap water in reusable water bottles.

You could even get extravagant and filter the tap water before drinking it.

Think all the way back to, I don’t know, 1985.

Back then, the only bottled water readily available was that Perrier stuff. Nobody I knew drank it. We weren’t poor, but throwing money away on fancy French water seemed ridiculous when water came out of the tap for free.

I’d have been taking an aerobics class instead of yoga, no doubt. Complete with sweatbands and leg warmers. And if anyone wanted to drink water during the class, they’d either bring a reusable water bottle from home or just drink from the drinking fountain.

Bringing your own bottle takes a little bit of extra planning, and an initial investment — I’m attached to my stainless steel Klean Kanteen — but after that it’s free.

Using the drinking fountain requires no planning and costs nothing. It might involve the extra “hassle” of lining up for a drink.

Are these drawbacks so insurmountable that the only way we can imagine ditching bottled water is by consuming it out of

disposable boxes that wind up in landfills?

There’s one other problem with bottled water that has nothing at all to do with the bottle. It has to do with the water.

Do you have any idea where the water in bottled water comes from?

Some brands, like Starbucks’ Ethos, bottle up California’s dwindling water supply and sell it around the country at a profit. Arrowhead, Crystal Geyser, Dasani and Aquafina all source water from California, too.

Drought-stricken California loses its water, and the American public pays for something it should get for free out of the tap.

That’s a pretty bad deal for everyone except the bottled water companies.

It’s especially galling when you consider that nearly half of all the bottled stuff is just filtered tap water, anyway.

So, yuppies at the yoga studio — and everyone else — there is a way to reduce your bottled water environmental footprint. It’s by swapping out the water, not the container. Please drink outside the box.

OtherWords columnist Jill Richardson is the author of Recipe for America: Why Our Food System Is Broken and What We Can Do to Fix It. OtherWords.org.

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In case you’re wondering, like I was, the correct spelling for Mother’s Day, is singular p o s sessive.

When Anna Jarvis trademarked Mother’s Day By Curt Swarm in 1912, Guest Columnist she specifically noted the correct spelling, and wouldn’t sanction the plural possessive form, Mothers’ Day, recognizing all mothers of the world. Anna Jarvis was a control freak. She should have known that trademarking Mother’s Day or “the second Sunday in May” and creating the Mother’s Day International Association, was by definition, setting up a target for commercialization. Seeing the resulting exploitation of the holiday, she tried to have it rescinded, but to no avail She was even arrested for disturbing the peace when she protested a convention of the American War Mothers, who were selling carnations, the flower associated with Mother’s Day. Taking on a life of its own, Mother’s Day had become bigger than Anna Jarvis. She died bitter, alone and childless.

In the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, Mother’s Day was still sort of ambiguous or fuzzy in Midwest Iowa. I don’t remember teachers goading and prodding us kids into making special presents for our mothers, like they did, say, for May baskets. So, when my father came to me with that worried look in his eye, asking me if I was getting Mom something for Mother’s Day, it took me by surprise. One: Dad never got presents for anyone for anything, and, two: Mother’s Day had never been a big deal in our home, why should it be now?

I had to admit. Mother had us worried. She was coming down with one of her “migraine headaches” and would be incapacitated in a dark room for several days while recovering. We knew this to be true because, in knowing that the headache was coming on, she went to work and got a week’s

worth of ironing done in one day. That was my mother.

My mother also loved ice chips. She would keep a glass full handy all day long and through the night. But ice chips were work. Her method of making ice chips was to beat up an ice cube with a butter-knife handle, cracking the cube into chips.

Western Auto had an ice crusher. I had been eying it. The ice crusher was a lot like a meat grinder.

It attached to a table top, had a handle, and you put ice cubes in the top, cranked the handle, and it ground up ice. This was before the time of ice makers in refrigerator doors. But it cost an phenomenal $9.95! We didn’t get allowances as kids.

We baled hay, walked beans, and detasseled corn, so I was broke most of the time. But I pooled all the money I could beg, borrow, or steal, and came up with the amount. Except that I forgot the tax.

Good-hearted ole Charlie Goodele, the Western Auto man, seeing my disappointment, waived the two percent tax, saying the governor would never miss it.

On Mother’s Day, we coaxed Mom out of the dark room and presented her with gifts, along with breakfast that we made ourselves: side pork and eggs (broken yolks), oatmeal (lumpy), and mashed-potato patties (burned). Dad even had a gift! It was strangely the same size as mine.

Mom opened her gifts with trepidation, keeping one eye closed because of the migraine. Yep, you guessed it. Dad had given her an ice crusher, too!

Wouldn’t you know it.

The only gift I had seen my father give ever, and it turned out to be something I had given also. I felt really bad for Dad. But the migraine was over! Glory be to God Almighty!

I don’t know what happened to the other ice crusher, but Mom had ice chips galore for quite some time. And she was back to her normal self.

I wonder if this would have met with Anna Jarvis’ definition of an appropriate Mother’s Day celebration?

Probably not. But who cares?

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Obituaries Miriam Brock

In September of 1947, Miriam was united in marriage with Ragan Dales Brock at the Little Brown Church in Nassau. Miriam worked for the Maytag Company as a secretary and also at the Deaton museum. Miriam was a dedicated farm wife. She loved spending time with her grandsons.

She enjoyed cooking and baking as well as knitting, crocheting, antiquing and gardening. Miriam was a member of the Happy Hookers knitting club

May 4, 2015 Miriam Lucille “Hank” Brock, the daughter of Harold Edwin and Ethel Mae (High) Hankins, was born Dec. 18, 1 9 2 3 , in Bayard. She graduated from Newton Senior High School with the class of 1941.

Bo Gullion May 6, 2015 Bo “Clyde” Gullion, 69, of Lovilia, died Wednesday, May 6, 2015, at the Monroe County Hospital in Albia.

A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 9 at the Bussey Methodist Church in Bussey. Burial will follow in the Hamilton Cemetery in Marion County. Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 8 at Tharp Funeral Home in Albia, with family present from 5 to 8 p.m.

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and was part of a large group of friends who could raise the roof of a house with their laughter and hilarity called the Lunar Group.

Miriam died Monday, May 4, 2015, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton. She was 91 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ragan.

Those left to honor Miriam’s memory included her sons, Dan (Bobbie Ney) of Iowa City; Tom (Maureen Brennan) of

McLean, Va., and Joe (Kristin) of Monroe; and her five grandsons, Ezra, Ben, Joseph, Ragan and Will.

Per Miriam’s wishes, there will be no services.

Memorials may be made in her name to the Jasper Community Fund, c/o Nature Center Project, P.O. Box 1332, Newton, IA 50208 or may be left at the Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton.

Online condolences may be left at www.pencefh. com.

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ry Christian Reformed Church in Pella. Interment will follow in the Oakwood Cemetery at Pella with military honors. Visitation will begin Sunday morning at the Van Dyk-Duven funeral home with the family present Sunday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.

Van Dyk-Duven is in charge of the arrangements.

May 6, 2015 Cornie A. (Case) Vander Hart, 88, of Pella, died Wednesday morning, May 6, 2015 at the Groningen Cottage in Pella.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 11 at Calva-

Skiff earns ‘A’ in enhanced hospital safety score Newton Daily News Skiff Medical Center was given an “A” grade when the Leapfrog Group released updated and enhanced data for the Hospital Safety Score. This system assigns A, B, C, D and F grades to more than 2,500 U.S. hospitals based on their ability to prevent errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. For the first time, the Hospital Safety Score website offers an enhanced feature, allowing users to view a hospital’s current score alongside its previous scores during the past three years, so that consumers can evaluate whether the hospital has maintained consistently strong performance or shown a pattern of improvement.

Skiff Medical Center also received “A” grades for the fall 2014 and fall 2013 scoring. To see how Skiff compared nationally and locally, and to find safety tips, visit the Hospital Safety Score website at www.hospitalsafetyscore.org.

“At a time when more than 1,000 people die every day from preventable accidents in hospitals, Leapfrog believes that patient safety should be job number one in every hospital, 24-7,” said Leah Binder, Leapfrog president and CEO. “To reinforce that goal of consistent vigilance, we’ve made it easier for patients and others to evaluate a hospital’s previous safety record on the Hospital Safety Score website. While patients should always reference a hospital’s current grade as the most important indicator of hospital safety, patients may also want to consider the hospital’s past record, to assess whether their hospital is making constant improvements or if the hospital has demonstrated consistent excellence.”

The findings from the spring 2015 update to the Hospital Safety Score show that while hospitals across the nation have made statistically significant improvements since fall 2014 on several pre- and

post-surgery safety processes, as well as the implementation of computerized medication prescribing systems, their performance on safety outcomes – including preventing errors, accidents and infections – has not significantly improved.

“Now that we’ve been collecting national hospital data over several years, we can examine not only how safe a hospital is now, but how consistently it maintains that patient safety focus over time,” said Binder. “It’s important for patients to have access to the most in-depth and current data, which is why we offer the Hospital Safety Score twice each year and encourage those planning a hospital visit to check back for the most recent score.”

The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization using the collective leverage of large purchasers of health care to initiate breakthrough improvements in the safety, quality and affordability of health care for Americans.

Jasper County Extension hosts summer youth camps Newton Daily News Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Jasper County will be having summer activities for Jasper County youth.

Bubble Bonanza will be for youth entering first, second or third grade this fall. Registration is limited to 20 participants.

The camp will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 11 at Newton Sunset Park Shelter. Create your own bubble makers and actually go inside a giant bubble. Fizz Bubble & Goo crafts, snacks, games, and experiments will help you discover the fun of chemistry and science.

Mr. Bear will be for

youth entering first, second or third grade this fall. Registration is limited to 20 participants.

The first camp will be from 12:30 to 3 p.m. June 9 at Prairie City City Park. The second will take place from 9 a.m. to noon June 30 at Newton Sunset Park. At Mr. Bear day camp students will be solving the mystery of who borrowed Mr. Bear.

Use all your senses, problem-solving and observation skills and then organize the clues. You and your friends can discover who borrowed Mr. Bear.

STEM Day camp is for youth entering second, third and fourth grade this fall. Registra-

Relay for Life Fundraiser The Tooth Trotters are having their $1.00 cookie and cupcake sale.

tion is limited to 20 participants. The first camp will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at June 18 at the Jasper County Fairgrounds in Colfax. The second will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 23 at Newton Sunset Park Shelter.

Learn more about Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at this STEM Day at the park. The camp features many hands-on activities in the above mentioned areas.

Rockets Away is for youth entering third fourth or fifth grade this fall. Registration is limited to 15 participants.

Camp will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on multi-

ple days. The first camp is June 2 at Sully Ball Park Shelter, second is Jun 16 at Baxter City Park Shelter and the last camp will be June 25 at the Jasper County Extension Office. This camp is new and redesigned from the past years. Students will be learning about rockets, measuring rocket launches, as well as building their own rocket to launch and take home with them at the end of the day. All members attending this camp will need to bring two 2 liter bottles with them.

Call Jasper County Extension Office at 641792-6433 for more details.

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• California Baptist Male Chorale performance will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Prairie City Christian Reformed Church, 604 E. Sixth St. • Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

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

• 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.

• Battlefield of the Mind women’s study will meet at 1 p.m. Friday at Hephzibah House, 721 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

• Movie Night at the Library will meet at 7 p.m. Friday at Baxter Community Library, 202 East St. The movie is “101 Dalmatians.”

• Thunder Nites Motorcycle Rally will begin at 6 p.m. Friday at the downtown square in Newton.

• Clay Classes will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at the Centre for Arts & Artists, 501 W. Third St. N. in Newton, for its ongoing clay classes - Pot Shots for all ages. For more information, contact Karen King at king50208@hotmail.com or Linda Klepinger at clayman420@yahoo.com or 641521-3554.

• Grinnell Chapter of the DAR will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday at Hawkeye Stages building, 300 E. 17th St. S. in Newton. The program will be to honor Good Citizenship winners.

• Coffee with a Cop will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday at Uncle Nancy’s Coffee House and Eatery, 114 N. Second Ave. W. in Newton, for chance to ask questions, voice concerns and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. For more information, contact Lt. Wes Breckenridge, 641791-0850.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 10 a.m.

Saturday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Newton.

• 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.

• Narcotics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

Sunday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Newton.

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Birth Landon Wayne Woody April 27, 2015 Amanda McConnell and Eli Woody, of Newton, announce the birth of their son, Landon Wayne Woody, born April 27, 2015, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton. Landon joins sister Sierarra L. Woody, 4.

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Cancer diagnosis is unlikely to thaw grandmother’s heart DEAR ABBY: I recently found out my grandmother has been diagnosed with lung cancer and has elected not to treat it. The doctors give her a year at the most. My dilemma is whether to extend just one more olive branch.

She has never been a “warm and fuzzy” type of grandmother. She was cold and distant when I was in my teens and 20s, and downright mean when I was in my 30s. If I try to talk to her at family functions, she turns away and begins a conversation with someone else, not even acknowledging that I’m standing there. Last year at a family reunion, she took several photos with my mom and sister, and when it was suggested I join them in the photo, she walked away before one could be snapped. I’m not the only family member or grandchild she behaves this way toward. None of us knows why.

Do I try one more time, suspecting the diagnosis hasn’t softened her heart and that I’ll again end up with hurt feelings? Or do I assume that nothing I do now will change who she is and that I will have no positive, happy memories of her? — INVISIBLE IN KANSAS DEAR INVISIBLE: Frankly, the chances of your grandmother transforming into someone warm and accepting don’t look promising because she appears to be a punitive and unhappy person. However, if you feel you might have regrets if you don’t try once more to connect with her, then make the effort so that when she dies, you’ll know you did everything you could. Don’t do it for her; do it for yourself.

DEAR ABBY: Ever since I was young, which was not that long ago, I have known my parents’ marriage wasn’t a healthy one. But only recently has it begun to affect me emotionally.

It isn’t that I blame myself, but that

I’m afraid of how my own romantic endeavors will fare.

Recently, I was told about my mother’s infidelity. I was always curious and suspected that one or both of them had affairs. But now more than before, I worry about finding love.

Love is something we all seek, and I believe we all need, but I don’t see myself as able to handle that kind of heartbreak.

I understand why Mom did it — that’s part of what hurts me. I’m angry that they would masquerade a failure “for me,” that failure being their “relationship.” I think my anger is valid. My family has screwed me up emotionally and it started long before I knew what was going on. What should I do? — SCREWED UP IN OREGON DEAR SCREWED UP: When children are raised in a household where the parents’ words and actions are different, they cope either by believing only what they are told (even if it contradicts what they see happening) or only what they see. While it can interfere with forming healthy relationships later in life, it’s the way they keep themselves sane.

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Lawmakers consider permitting more fireworks DES MOINES — A proposal that would legalize more fireworks sales in the state has moved forward in the Iowa Senate. The legislation won approval in the Senate Ways and Means Committee in a 9-6 vote Wednesday. Under the proposal, retailers could sell firecrackers, roman candles and other fireworks. Currently, the state allows sales of sparklers or snakes. Supporters argued that the legislation would better regulate activity that is happening anyway.

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NEW HAMPTON — A former Iowa sheriff ’s deputy has received a deferred judgment and probation on assault charges stemming from an incident when he was off-duty.

A sentence was delivered to 36-year-old Jeffery Athey, previously a Chickasaw County sheriff ’s deputy, on Tuesday. He has been ordered to serve two years of probation for charges of assault with intent to inflict serious injury and to commit sexual abuse.

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BURLINGTON — A Burlington man is accused of sexually assaulting teenage girls he met through his photography business. Police say 40-year-old Christopher Lee King was arrested on Wednesday and faces 10 counts, including sexual abuse and dissemination and exhibition of obscene materials to a minor. Des Moines County Jail records say King remained in custody Thursday. Online court records don’t list the name of an attorney who could be contacted for comment.

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COUNCIL BLUFFS — A 39-yearold man accused of attempted murder has been taken into custody after escaping from an Omaha hospital where he was being treated for stab wounds.

David Leroy McKee, of Council Bluffs, left the hospital Wednesday afternoon, and authorities were unsure of his whereabouts. He was being treated following a stabbing incident Sunday. Officials say McKee was in fair condition Wednesday but still needed medical care.

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CHARLES CITY — A northern Iowa woman whose two dogs killed a cat has pleaded guilty and been fined.

Clorista Baker, 36, of Charles City, was fined $65 on each of two counts having a vicious dog.

Floyd County court records say Baker agreed to let the city take ownership of her dogs and euthanize them.

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Veteran hopeful plane parts belong to B-17 bomber HIAWATHA (AP) — A World War II veteran from Cedar Rapids believes wreckage of a plane recently found by a fisherman in France belongs to a B-17 bomber he was aboard when it crashed more than 70 years ago.

Joe Koenig’s plane crashed in 1944 after being shot down by a German fighter during an air raid in the Bordeaux region of France. All of the 10-member crew survived the crash, and 92-year-old Koenig said the plane ended up about 75 yards off the Bay of Biscay.

A French newspaper in March reported a fisherman found large pieces of a WWII bomber during low tide in the bay. The fisherman, Gerard Bunoust, photographed the plane parts, including a wing, engine and landing.

He notified Koenig’s relatives about the wreckage while researching what could have happened to its crew. He told the family he has marked the exact location of the wreckage with GPS coordinates so it could be found later since it’s now covered by sand.

Koenig’s family has notified the military about the wreckage and is considering traveling to France to view it themselves.

“I sure would like to know what happened,” Koenig said. “To me, it has to be the plane because I can’t imagine another going through the exact conditions we did in the exact same spot.”

National Honor Society students recognized

Submitted Photo More than two dozen Newton High School students were recognized as members of the National Honor Society at a recent event. In the front row, from the left, are Victoria Jordan, Sierra Griffith, Jordyn Farver, Amber Sorenson, Leah Hunter and Kaylee Lange. Second row: Kari Adams, Jaci Reeves, Stephanie Hoebelheinrich, Alyssa Bartles, Hannah Rhoads. Zachary Theis, Sara Cook, Kaelyn Sanders, Kaelee Knoll, Grace Coen and Kate Wyre. Third row: Ben Ellis, Duncan Lee, Connor McAdoo, Grant Nook, Jake Bennett, Colin Jacobsen, Benton Vest, Payton Thomas, Bryce Tish, Austin Bunker, Alex Hutchinson, Sydney Jenkins, Evelyn Berryhill, Adreinne Bergman and Savannah Eadens. Tim Hemann and Chris Forsyth, not pictured, are the advisors.

Main Street Iowa recognizes outstanding achievements Newton’s Reinheimer honored Newton Daily News The annual Main Street Iowa Awards was held on May 1 at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (Iowa Events Center) in downtown Des Moines.

The event to recognize local Main Street projects, activities and volunteers was attended by more than 500 individuals representing communities across the state. Competitive nominations were submitted for 107 projects and activities within the five categories of design, economic restructuring, organization, promotion and overall program.

Twenty-one projects received winner awards recognition and nine received honorable mention.

The honors were presented by Gov. Terry Branstad and Debi Durham, director of the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). In addition to the competitive nominations, individuals, couples or co-chairs representing the 52 Main Street programs were recognized for their outstanding dedication and volunteer service. The program directors accompanied their volun-

teers on stage as they received their certificates.

Rita Reinheimer, Newton Main Street Board member and Design committee chair, was recognized as Newton Main Street’s Volunteer of the Year. Reinheimer spent more than 1,000 volunteer hours on the work that led to downtown’s designation as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. She has also consistently contributed the most volunteer hours each month in Newton Main Street’s first year.

“Rita has worked consistently and tirelessly on Main Street projects from the start,” said Newton Main Street Executive Director Andrew Bassman, who accepted the award on Reinheimer’s behalf on Friday. “It was pretty awesome to have her contribution recognized

by Gov. Branstad.”

During the event, six communities were recognized for reaching significant benchmarks based on private dollar investments made in the purchase and revitalization of properties within their respective commercial districts.

Manning was recognized for reaching the $1 million benchmark in the last year and Colfax was honored for $2 million in local investment.

Chariton and Marion were recognized for achieving the $5 million

level. Mount Pleasant attained $10 million in local investment since being designated a local Main Street program, and West Des Moines’ Historic Valley Junction reached the $20 million benchmark. The communities of Bloomfield, Greenfield and Le Mars received recognition for their 20 years of participation as designated Main Street communities and Dubuque for 30 years. The communities of Chariton, Jefferson and Lansing were recognized for the successful completion of Main Street’s three-year startup phase in commercial district revitalization.

As a highlight of the evening, Mount Pleasant was presented the Signature Project of the Year award honoring their Union Block Building revitalization project.

This special award honors a project that rises above the traditional award categories in impact and significance. This project not only saved a landmark structure on Preservation Iowa’s Most Endangered List saved, but also served as a catalyst for additional business development initiatives downtown.

In 1985, the Iowa Legislature adopted the National Main Street Center’s Four Point Approach to district revitalization by establishing Main Street Iowa within the agency that is now the Iowa Economic Development Authority.

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Parkinson reconsiders decision to leave L-S coaching posts

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News SULLY — A familiar face retakes the reins of Lynnville-Sully High’s football program and boys’ track program in Mike Parkinson. At least, he should be pending Lynnville-Sully Community School District board approval at its May 18 regular meeting.

Parkinson, who has been at the helm of Parkinson both programs the past four years, resigned in March as middle school social studies teacher, head varsity football coach and head varsity boys’ track coach. Parkinson was leaving for a teaching position and an assistant football coaching position at Adel DeSoto Minburn in Adel next year.

But with a development last week involving Parkinson’s replacement, the school board held a special meeting April 30 for the withdrawal of Chad Osler’s name for the teaching and coaching positions.

Lynnville-Sully Superintendent Shane Ehresman said the next top candidate was Brad Bowlin, the current Lynnville-Sully 6-12 at-risk teacher. Bowlin has six years teach-

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ing experience in the area of middle school social studies. Bowlin was offered the middle school social studies teaching position on May 1 and accepted, Ehresman said.

“Over the weekend, Mike met with me to request a return to Lynnvile-Sully. After much thought and consideration with his wife, Mike wants to stay at Lynnville-Sully,” Ehresman said in an announcment Tuesday afternoon. “I will be recommending the school board approve withdrawal of Mike’s resignation at the next school board meeting.”

Ehresman said Parkinson will request a transfer into the 6-12 at-risk position. He said Parkinson sees the position as an opportunity for professional growth, a way to connect with a larger number of middle school and high school students, and continue working with L-S students and families. He also will continue as head varsity football coach and boys track coach, Ehresman said.

Osler of Manchester was hired on April 6, but he was arrested April 27 in Cherokee. Osler, 32, was charged with two counts of sexual exploitation by school employee and lascivious conduct with a minor after a two-year investigation.

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Newton girls capture LHC soccer win at Osky

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News OSKALOOSA — Newton High’s Cardinal girls improved to 10-2 on the season with a 2-0 victory against host Oskaloosa Tuesday.

The Class 2A 10th-ranked Cardinals netted their first Little Hawkeye Conference win in three games. They recorded their ninth shutout of the season and have won four games in a row.

“We got a little taste of the warmer weather and a wider field,” said Abby Lamont, Newton head coach. “It made us realize we could use a little work on our transitional offensive attack and spreading the field of play.”

Newton junior Hannah Rhoads and freshman Anna Forsyth had first-half goals. The 2-0 lead held up against the Indians.

“Our defense once again acted as a brick wall and did not allow their offense to break through,” Lamont said.

Addy Blom has done a great job stepping up as goalkeeper to fill in for Ashlee Freese while she has been out with illness, Lamont said. Freese is a sophomore and Blom is a freshman.

“Osky was a very physical team.

Ashlee took a hard punch to the torso from an Osky offensive player and suffered separated ribs.

She made the save on the play, but will be resting for the Lamont next couple of days.

There was no call on the play,” Lamont said.

Freese and Blom combined for seven saves in the game. Ryanne Rausch was credited with an assist.

The Cardinals had 14 shots on goal.

Newton’s junior varsity won 2-1 Tuesday on goals by Morgan Allen and Carter Lee. Blom was in goal for the junior vasity game.

The Cardinals host No. 8 Pella in LHC play Tuesday at H.A. Lynn Stadium.

There are four Little Hawkeye Conference teams ranked in the top 10 of Class 2A. Dallas Center-Grimes is No. 6 and Grinnell is No. 9.

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

Big doings for Newton middle school girls’ track

Submitted photo Newton’s Berg Middle School 4x100-meter relay team of, left to right, Teddie Brunsmann (alternate), Rachel Rhoads, Abbie Barr, Haley Budak and Lakin Jenkins ran in the special middle school 4x100 relay at the 2015 Drake Relays April 26. The girls placed 16th out of 31 teams in a time of 57.02 seconds. Their time was three seconds faster than their season’s best time.

Submitted photo Newton’s Berg Middle School’s track team poses with Berg assistant prinicpal and athletic director George Panosh, in back, with their first-place plaque from the Saydell Middle School Relays.

The girls are coached by Jo Linn, Dave Hook and Eric VanderVelden. The Cardinals scored 151 points to win the track meet, outscoirng the second-place team by 50 points.

Submitted photo Newton’s Maddy Jones broke Berg Middle School’s 20-year-old seventh-grade 200-meter hurdle record. Jones won the race in 31.01 seconds establishing a new McCormick Relays record Tuesday at Oskaloosa. The old Berg record was 31.02 seconds set by Amanda Manatt in 1995.

Submitted photo Newton’s Berg Middle School seventh-grade girls were crowned champions at the McCormick Relays in Oskaloosa on Tuesday. Members of the seventh-grade track team with athletic director George Panosh, third from left on back row. The girls are coached by Eric Vander Velden, Jo Linn and Dave Hook.

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SPORTS CALENDAR Thursday Track Colfax-Mingo, CMB, PCM, Lynnville-Sully girls, boys at Newton Cardinal Relays, 4:30 p.m.

Golf PCM girls at Moravia PCM boys at South Hamilton, 4 p.m.

Friday Golf Colfax-Mingo, PCM girls at Newton Cardinal Invitational, 3:30 p.m.

PCM boys at Gilbert, 4 p.m., Ames Country Club Rugby At Altoona Newton vs. DM Roosevelt, 5:50 p.m.

Newton vs. Dowling Cathloic, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday Soccer Newton boys at Nevada Tournament, 9 a.m.

Golf PCM boys at Colfax-Mingo tournament, 9 a.m.

Middle School Track Newton 7th, 8th girls at Middle School state, Waukee, 9 a.m.

Newton 7th, 8th boys at Middle School state, TBA Trap Shooting Newton at Big Springs Monday High School Track Newton girls at Pella, 5 p.m.

CMB, PCM, Colfax-Mingo at HOIC meet, boys and girls, Saydel, 4:30 p.m.

Lynnville-Sully boys at Montezuma, 4:45 p.m.

Tennis Newton boys at LHC meet, Grinnell, 10 a.m.

Newton girls at LHC meet, Pella, 10 a.m.

Golf Pleasantville at Colfax-Mingo boys and girls, 4 p.m.

Lynnville-Sully boys at SICL meet, English Valleys, noon PCM girls at Knoxville, 12:30 p.m.

Soccer PCM girls at CMB, 5:30 p.m.

PCM boys at Albia, 7:30 p.m.

NFL finds Patriots employees probably deflated balls

By Eddie Pells AP National Writer An NFL investigation released Wednesday concluded New England Patriots employees likely deflated footballs used in the AFC Championship and that quarterback Tom Brady was “at least generally aware” of the rules violations.

The NFL began investigating what’s now known as “Deflategate” after the Patriots defeated the Colts 45-7 on January 18. The Colts complained that several footballs were under-inflated and the NFL confirmed that 11 of the 12 footballs were under the limit. The investigation started as the Patriots were preparing for the Super Bowl — which they won two weeks later.

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said Troy Vincent, the league’s executive vice president of football operations, would review the 243page report on attorney Ted Wells’ investigation and consider what steps to take next.

“We will continue our efforts vigorously to protect the integrity of the game and promote fair play at all times,” Goodell said.

The NFL requires balls to be inflated between 12.5 and 13.5 pounds per square inch, and each team is responsible for the balls it uses on offense.

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Area girl golfers earn honors at HOIC meet

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News BOONE — Breanna Maher of Prairie City-Monroe, and Courtney Clapper of CMB-CN were each a part of the all-Heart of Iowa Conference girls’ golf team finishing in the top 12 of the HOIC tournament Wednesday.

Maher tied for second with a 94 but lost a cardback that put her into third, and Clapper shot a 109 to grab the 12th and final all-conference spot.

Maher’s finish on a warm and very windy day at the par 72 Cedar Pointe Golf Course helped push the Mustangs to fourth as a team. They shot a 468 and were 43 shots back of third-place South Hamilton (425).

“The girls played pretty well, considering this was the first time Ellie (Steenhoek) and Sabrina (Reed) had seen this course,” PCM coach Val Edwards said.

“Congratulations to Breanna for her thirdplace finish and all-conference honor.”

Nevada defended its conference title with ease, firing a 396. The Cubs had four golfers in the top 10 and they bested runner-up Roland-Story by 26 shots. The Norse had four golfers in the top 15, while South Hamilton’s top two golfers ended up in the top five.

After PCM was Gilbert with a 476, Greene County with a 494 and CMB-CN with a 525.

Golfers from North Polk and Colfax-Mingo also played, but neither school had enough for a team score.

Leading the way for the Tigerhawks was Ol-

Troy Hyde/Daily News Collins-Maxwell/Baxter’s Courtney Clapper carded a 109 at the Heart of Iowa Conference girls’ golf meet Wednesday at Cedar Pointe Golf Course in Boone. That was good enough to land on the all-conference team as she finished 12th overall.

Troy Hyde/Daily News Prairie City-Monroe’s Breanna Maher shot an 89 and finished in third place a the Heart of Iowa Conference girls’ golf meet at Cedar Pointe Golf Course in Boone Wednesday.

ivia Maggard. She shot a 112 and finished 16th.

South Hamilton’s Carly Swenson was the meet medalist with an 89. Maher tied Nevada’s Chloe Davis with a 94 and Nevada’s Katie Heiden was fourth with a 97 and Claire Ausman was sixth with a 99.

South Hamilton’s Sidney Alsager tied Heiden’s 97 and was fifth.

After Maher for PCM was Ellie Steehoek’s 122, Sabrina Reed’s 125 and Abbie VanHaaften’s 127.

Steenhoek was 25th, Reed 26th and VanHaaften 29th.

Halley Buseman shot a 135 and Abbie Ericson carded a 139 for

CMB-CN. The fourth counting score was Zoe Risdal’s 142 and Avery Hlavacek shot a 156.

Colfax-Mingo’s second golfer was Skye Weber and she shot a 186.

PCM plays in an 18hole tournament Thursday hosted by Moravia at the Preserve on Lake Rathbun.

Friday, PCM and Colfax-Mingo play inNewton’s Cardinal Invitational at Westwood Golf Course at 3:30 p.m.

CMB-CN plays at Colfax-Mingo at 4 p.m. on Tuesday.

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

Mustang boys finish sixth in North Polk track meet

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News ALLEMAN — Prairie City-Monroe senior Skyler Koder had his hand in nearly half of the points the PCM boys’ track and field team scored Tuesday night.

Koder was part of the Mustangs’ only win in the shuttle hurdle relay and collected top-four finishes in the 110-meter high hurdles and high jump. And 23 of the team’s 53 points came from events Koder competed in.

That point total was good enough for sixth in the eightteam field. The Mustangs were five better than West Marshall (48) and South Hamilton finished eighth with 20 points.

Gilbert dominated the distance races and held off sprintheavy North Polk 154.5 to 148.5 to capture the team title.

Indianola had 110.5 in third, Ballard (92) and Perry (66.5) were fourth and fifth, respectively.

Koder anchored the shuttle hurdle relay team to a narrow win. Ricky Reeve, Luke Pendroy and Austin Sneller helped

Koder stop the clock in 1 minute, 3.13 seconds. That foursome edged Gilbert’s group by .72 seconds.

Individually, Koder was second in the 110 hurdles with a time of 16.01 seconds and fourth in the long jump with a leap of 6 feet.

The Mustangs’ also got third-place finishes from Logan Gilman in the discus and Connor Warrick in the shot put. Gilman’s best mark was 118-3 and Warrick heaved the shot put 44-1.25.

Gilbert won the 4x400, 4x800 and distance medley, Wyatt Rhoads won the 110 high hurdles and the Tigers were 1-2 in the 1,600-meter run.

North Polk’s Matt Cox won the 100 and 200 and the Comets also went 1-2 in the discus and grabbed individual titles in the high jump and long jump.

PCM competes at 4:30 p.m.

Thursday in Newton’s annual Cardinal Relays.

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

The Players Championship tees off Thursday PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Rory McIlroy turns into a different player when he tees it up at the TPC Sawgrass.

It’s not by choice.

McIlroy found out quickly that his free-swinging power game isn’t the best fit at The Players Championship. In three appearances, he never broke par. That’s when he decided to

scale back his game and play a bit more conservatively.

The Players Championship begins Thursday with the strongest field in golf.

It also might be the most wide-open field in golf. The PGA Championship is renowned for having the most players from the top 100 in the world ranking.

Troy Hyde/Daily News Colfax-Mingo’s Olivia Maggard turned in a 112 and placed 16th at the Heart of Iowa Conference girls’ golf meet Wednesday at Cedar Pointe Golf Course in Boone.

MLB STANDINGS Major League Baseball At A Glance All Times CDT

By The Associated Press American League East Division

W L Pct GB New York 17 11 .607 — Tampa Bay 15 13 .536 2 Toronto 14 15 .483 3½ Baltimore 12 13 .480 3½ Boston 13 15 .464 4 Central Division

W L Pct GB Kansas City 17 10 .630 — Detroit 17 11 .607 ½ Minnesota 15 13 .536 2½ Chicago 10 14 .417 5½ Cleveland 10 16 .385 6½ West Division

W L Pct GB Houston 18 10 .643 — Los Angeles 13 15 .464 5 Oakland 12 17 .414 6½ Texas 11 16 .407 6½ Seattle 11 17 .393 7 Wednesday’s Games Toronto 5, N.Y. Yankees 1 N.Y. Mets 5, Baltimore 1 Tampa Bay 5, Boston 3 Cleveland 10, Kansas City 3 Chicago White Sox 7, Detroit 6 Minnesota 13, Oakland 0 Texas 11, Houston 3 L.A. Angels 4, Seattle 3 Thursday’s Games Oakland (Pomeranz 1-2) at Minnesota (Nolasco 1-1), 12:10 p.m.

Cleveland (Kluber 0-4) at Kansas City (Volquez 2-3), 1:10 p.m.

Detroit (Lobstein 2-2) at Chicago White Sox (Quintana 1-2), 1:10 p.m.

Baltimore (Tillman 2-3) at N.Y. Yankees (Eovaldi 2-0), 6:05 p.m.

Texas (N.Martinez 2-0) at Tampa Bay (Archer 3-3),6:10 p.m.

Houston (McHugh 4-0) at L.A. Angels (Santiago 2-2), 9:05 p.m.

Friday’s Games Baltimore (Mi.Gonzalez 3-1) at N.Y. Yankees (Warren 2-1), 6:05 p.m.

Boston (Miley 1-3) at Toronto (Aa.Sanchez 2-2), 6:07 p.m.

Kansas City (Ventura 2-2) at Detroit (Price 3-1), 6:08 p.m.

Minnesota (Pelfrey 2-0) at Cleveland (Bauer 2-0), 6:10 p.m.

Texas (Gallardo 2-4) at Tampa Bay (Karns 1-1), 6:10 p.m.

Cincinnati (Marquis 3-1) at Chicago White Sox (Noesi 0-3), 7:10 p.m.

Houston (R.Hernandez 1-2) at L.A. Angels (Weaver 0-4), 9:05 p.m.

Oakland (Gray 4-0) at Seattle (T.Walker 1-3), 9:10 p.m.

National League East Division

W L Pct GB New York 18 10 .643 — Atlanta 14 14 .500 4 Washington 14 15 .483 4½ Miami 13 15 .464 5 Philadelphia 10 19 .345 8½ Central Division

W L Pct GB St. Louis 20 7 .741 — Chicago 14 12 .538 5½ Cincinnati 14 13 .519 6 Pittsburgh 12 15 .444 8 Milwaukee 9 19 .321 11½ West Division

W L Pct GB Los Angeles 17 10 .630 — San Diego 15 14 .517 3 San Francisco 14 14 .500 3½ Arizona 12 14 .462 4½ Colorado 11 15 .423 5½ Wednesday’s Games Washington 7, Miami 5 Arizona 13, Colorado 7, 1st game San Diego 9, San Francisco 1 Arizona 5, Colorado 1, 2nd game Cincinnati 3, Pittsburgh 0 N.Y. Mets 5, Baltimore 1 Atlanta 7, Philadelphia 5 Milwaukee 6, L.A. Dodgers 3 Chicago Cubs 6, St. Louis 5 Thursday’s Games L.A. Dodgers (Frias 2-0) at Milwaukee (Fiers 1-3), 12:40 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Arrieta 3-2) at St. Louis (Lackey 1-1), 12:45 p.m.

Cincinnati (DeSclafani 2-2) at Pittsburgh (Burnett 0-1), 6:05 p.m.

San Diego (Despaigne 2-0) at Arizona (R.De La Rosa 2-2), 8:40 p.m.

Miami (Haren 3-1) at San Francisco (T.Hudson 1-2), 9:15 p.m.

Friday’s Games Atlanta (Stults 1-2) at Washington (G.Gonzalez 2-2), 6:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Harvey 5-0) at Philadelphia (Hamels 1-3), 6:05 p.m.

St. Louis (Wacha 4-0) at Pittsburgh (Liriano 1-1), 6:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Hammel 2-1) at Milwaukee (Nelson 1-2), 7:10 p.m.

Cincinnati (Marquis 3-1) at Chicago White Sox (Noesi 0-3), 7:10 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (B.Anderson 1-1) at Colorado (E.Butler 2-2), 7:40 p.m.

San Diego (Shields 3-0) at Arizona (Hellickson 1-3), 8:40 p.m.

Miami (Cosart 1-2) at San Francisco (Lincecum 2-2), 9:15 p.m.

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Abstain: Cook Human Resources Update Superintendent Callaghan presented the Human Resources Update Certified Personnel - ACTION #9580 Jason Carter - (contract) Teacher, Science (BMS) effective August 17, 2015 pending licensure Ryan Comer - (resignation) Coach, Boys Basketball (BMS) effective end of 2014/2015 school year - pending finding qualified replacement Elbert moved, Clark seconded, to approve the Certified Personnel Human Resources Update Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Classified Personnel - No Report Open Forum - No one requested to speak during the Open Forum Public Hearing - (6:45 PM) H.A. Lynn Stadium Press Box Construction - no verbal or written comments Student Representative Reports - No report Superintendent's Report - Bob Callaghan, Superintendent Campus Communication Update - various committee, campus, and community activities were reported.

Superintendent Bob Callaghan also shared information on the CAPS (Center for Advanced Professional Studies) Program.

Learning, Leadership, and Business Bob District Callaghan, Superintendent and Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services Woodrow Wilson - Campus Report Todd Schuster, Principal (WW) and the 5th Grade Team gave a presentation on implementation of technology in the classroom, administered a test using Kahoot on ChromeBooks, showed an announcement via MoveNote, and discussed a Wonders Reading test.

Update on K - 6 Curriculum and Programs Jim Gilbert shared information on the percentage of possible parent conferences (Fall 2014 & Spring 2015), Kindergarten Round Up (BE & TJ) - makeup session to be held May 4, 2015, and the summer JumpStart Program for Kindergarten readiness.

Approval of Proposed Plans for H.A. Lynn Stadium Press Box Construction Dave Briden (FRK Architects + Engineers) shared that bids for the press box construction were received higher than expected.

He will work on value engineering and present a reduced contract for consideration at the next board meeting, May 4, 2015.

Authorization of FrevertRamsey-Kobes (FRK) Architects + Engineers to Proceed With the Development of Conceptual Drawings of a New Berg School, Housing 5th - 8th Grades - ACTION #9581 Dave Briden (FRK Architects + Engineers) gave a brief overview on the process of developing conceptual drawings for a new Berg school, housing 5th - 8th grade students.

A focus committee would be formed to facility, conceptualize the and timelines established, drawings used in bond campaign literature. Elbert moved, Cook seconded to authorize FRK to proceed with the development of conceptual drawings of a new Berg school, housing 5th - 8th grades.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Discussion of the Impact of Supplemental State Aid on the Newton Community School Fiscal Year 2016 District Budget Superintendent Bob Callaghan explained the House (1.25%) and Senate (2.625%) debate on Supplemental State Aid (SSA). If 1.25% is not passed, SSA will revert to 0.00%. Superintendent explained Budget Callaghan Guarantee, presented FY 2016 Total Revenue scenarios at 0.00% and 1.25%, outlined budget deficits, shared a FY 2016 Year Worksheet, Budget explained the need to reduce budget deficits so we are not over and provided spending, examples of current and possible reduction efforts. of Cooperative Approval Agreement Between Newton Community School District and University of Northern Iowa for the 2015 - 2016 School Year ACTION #9582 Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented a cooperative student teaching agreement between the Community School Newton District and the University of Northern Iowa for the 2015 - 2016 Cook moved, school year.

Perrenoud seconded to approve the agreement.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Friedman, Padget, Elbert, Perrenoud Consideration of Revisions to School Calendar - 2015 - 2016 ACTION #9583 Superintendent Bob Callaghan presented the March 9, 2015 board adopted calendar (August 24, 2015 start date) and a request for further revisions.

Clark moved, Elbert seconded to approve revisions to the 2015 2016 school calendar.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Nays: Cook Consideration of Reconfiguration Implementation Timeline This item will be revisited on the May 18, 2015 board agenda, with administration providing specific logistics to accomplish a K-4, 5-8 reconfiguration for the 2016 2017 school year prior to the board approving the timeline.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Recommendation to Hold a Special Board Meeting for the Purpose of Amending the FY Certified Budget 2015 Tuesday, May 26, 2015 (6:30 PM) - Emerson Hough Room 125 Conference ACTION #9584 Perrenoud moved, Friedman seconded to hold a Special Board Meeting for the purpose of amending the FY 2015 Certified Budget - Tuesday, May 26, 2015 (6:30 PM) - Emerson Hough Conference Room 125.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Set a Public Hearing on the Consideration of the Amendment to the FY 2015 Certified Budget, and Direct Publication of the Notice and Estimate by the District Secretary - Tuesday, May 26th (6:30 PM) - Emerson Hough Room 125 Conference ACTION #9585 Cook moved, Padget seconded to set a Public Hearing on the consideration of the amendment to the FY 2015 Certified Budget and to direct publication of the notice and estimate by the District Secretary - Tuesday, May 26, 2015 (6:30 PM).

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Friedman, Padget, Elbert, Perrenoud External Auditor - Request for Proposal - ACTION #9586 Superintendent Bob Callaghan, and Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services, recommend periodically changing external auditor services as a good business practice.

Padget moved, and Friedman seconded to contract with Hunt & Associates, PC as our external auditor for the next three years 2015 ($12,500), 2016 ($13,000),

Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Set a Public Hearing on the Consideration of the Amendment to the FY 2015 Certified Budget, and Direct Publication of the Notice and Estimate by the District Secretary - Tuesday, May 26th (6:30 PM) - Emerson Hough Conference Room 125 ACTION #9585 Cook moved, Padget seconded to set a Public Hearing on the consideration of the amendment to the FY 2015 Certified Budget and to direct publication of the notice and estimate by the District Secretary - Tuesday, May 26, 2015 (6:30 PM).

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud External Auditor - Request for Proposal - ACTION #9586 Superintendent Bob Callaghan, and Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services, recommend periodically changing external auditor services as a good business practice.

Padget moved, and Friedman seconded to contract with Hunt & Associates, PC as our external auditor for the next three years 2015 ($12,500), 2016 ($13,000), and 2017 ($13,500).

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Consideration of Equipment Breakdown Insurance Contract - ACTION #9587 Elbert moved, Clark seconded to consider a 2015 Application for Breakdown Equipment Insurance.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Learning 6:00 PM Board Leadership - ACTION #9588 Cook moved, Padget seconded to establish Board Learning Leadership monthly, prior to the start of regular board meetings (6:00 PM) to commence in July 2015 for a six month period, with evaluation to continue.

Ayes: Benson, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget Nays: Clark, Perrenoud Discussion of Modifications to the Board of Director's Agenda Discussion of modifications to the Board of Director's Agenda will take place in July 2015.

Business Service Report Gayle Isaac, Director of Business Services Approval of Bills - ACTION #9589 Elbert moved, Clark seconded to approve the bills.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Business Services Update - no report New Business - Old Business Bob Callaghan, Superintendent Future Meeting Dates - Regular Board Meetings: May 4, 2015 (EH) and May 18, 2015 (NHS) 6:30 PM Special Board Meeting: May 26, 2015 (EH) - 6:30 PM Adjourn - ACTION #9590 Clark moved, Perrenoud seconded to unanimously adjourn the meeting at 9:29 PM. Minutes Mailed May 7

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May 7 Newton Community School Board of Education Regular Board Meeting Woodrow Wilson - Gymnasium April 27, 2015 - 6:30 PM MINUTES Call to Order President Sheri Benson convened the board to order at 6:30 PM Roll Call Present: Sheri Benson, Nat Clark, Donna Cook, Andrew Elbert, Robyn Friedman, Travis Padget, Bill Perrenoud, Bob Callaghan, Christine Dawson, and Gayle Isaac Others Present: Dave Briden (FRK), Jason W. Brooks (Newton Daily News), Jolene Comer, Carol Farver, Jim Gilbert, Barb Hackworth, Brenda Hodnett, Dawn Lucas, Andrea Luetje, Paula Lureman, Amy Moore, Matt Oleson, Bill Peters, Tina Ross, Todd Schuster, Sandy Scotton, Lucinda Sinclair, Brandon Sharp, Lisa Sharp, Doug Smith, Randy Van (KCOB).

Communications Superintendent Bob Callaghan shared that he has received the same communications as the Board. A retirement reception was shared. announcement NCSD administration offices received first place in the United Way of Jasper County's 2015 Campaign Education Division (300.5% increase).

Consent Agenda - ACTION #9579 Padget moved, Friedman seconded to approve the consent agenda.

Ayes: Benson, Clark, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Abstain: Cook Human Resources Update Superintendent Callaghan presented the Human Resources Update Certified Personnel - ACTION #9580 Jason Carter - (contract) Teacher, Science (BMS) effective August 17, 2015 pending licensure Ryan Comer - (resignation) Coach, Boys Basketball (BMS) effective end of 2014/2015 school year - pending finding qualified replacement Elbert moved, Clark seconded, to approve the Certified Personnel Human Resources Update Ayes: Benson, Clark, Cook, Elbert, Friedman, Padget, Perrenoud Classified Personnel - No Report Open Forum - No one requested to speak during the Open Forum Public Hearing - (6:45 PM) H.A. Lynn Stadium Press Box Construction - no verbal or written comments Student Representative Reports - No report Superintendent's Report - Bob Callaghan, Superintendent Campus Communication Update - various committee,

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Richard E. Hannah, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036678 NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Richard E. Hannah, Deceased, who died on or about the 15th day of February, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 4th day of May, 2015, the last will and testament of Richard E. Hannah, deceased, bearing date of the 14th day of April, 2006, was admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration 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.

Dated this 27th day of April, 2015.

Lynne Shine, Proponent Dated this 27th day of April, 2015 Bruce Hannah, Proponent Attorney for estate: Angela L.W. Cook, ICIS PIN No: AT0001612 Address: 204 E. Liberty Street, P.O. Box 69, Montezuma, IA 50171 Date of second publication 14th day of May, 2015 (Date to be inserted by publisher) Probate Code Section 305 May 7 & 14

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Inside Sales Account Executive

The Newton Daily News and Jasper County Advertiser have an exciting opportunity for a talented and energetic person to join our advertising department as a full-time inside sales account executive. Our ever-growing advertising mediums include the Newton Daily News, newtondailynews.com, Jasper County Advertiser, Jasper County Tribune, and Prairie City News.

If you have an interest in media and sales and are looking to build your career, this might be the opportunity you are looking for.

Duties Include: securing advertising commitments, placing classified ads, serving walk-in customers, and fielding phone inquiries.

The ideal candidate must possess a positive attitude, friendly presence, basic computer and typing skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, be able to work in a fast paced environment, multi-task and possess a solid work ethic.

You must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

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

Please send resume to:

Jeff Holschuh, Advertising Director 200 1st Ave E, P.O. Box 967, Newton, IA 50208 or email to: jholschuh@newtondailynews.com EOE • Skilled Iowa Employer

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS

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

EMPLOYMENT

EQUIPMENT

OPERATOR

needed in Grimes, Iowa.

We are looking for Agricultural Tractor/Skidloader Operators for Erosion Control, Seeding & Planting. Must have good driving record, farm/agricultural or landscape background beneficial, CDL Class A license required (we offer training for ideal applicants), ability to lift 50lbs, occasional travel to job sites. Drug testing required. Position offers medical/dental insurance, life insurance, Holiday pay and PTO. --------------------------------Immediate openings for Laborers. Will assist in duties such as installing silt fence, hydroseeding, matting and grading. Must have good work ethic, landscaping background beneficial, must be able to lift 50lbs, subject to E-Verify, drivers license beneficial, some overnight travel may be required occasionally. Drug testing required. Seasonal position March-December.

TO APPLY: email tom@soil-tek.com with your interest and phone number.

EVENING MILKER In search of an evening weekend milker for our dairy farm. Hours are FriSun evening from 7:3010:30 pm or 11pm. For more information, please contact Jamison at 641521-8730.

FULL-TIME SUMMER kitchen help in Childcare setting. Experience helpful. Will train for the position. Apply at the Newton YMCA.

EMPLOYMENT

MISCELLANEOUS

RENTALS

PART-TIME THRIFT store clerk sorter opening. Apply at the Salvation Army office.

301 N. 2nd Ave E. in Newton or online at: careerlink.com

SERVICES SELL FAST

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

641-792-4000.

1 BEDROOM, ground floor apartment. Stove, refrigerator. Easy access with garage option. $350/month. References.

792-4388 REGENCY APARTMENTS of Newton 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 100 sq. feet. On site laundry, pets allowed with additional deposit. $565-$585 per month.

Please Call 515-205-1415

WEEKEND BARTENDER • Experience helpful but will train.

VFW st 315 1 Ave W., Newton 641-792-6562 or 641-990-1223 WANTED

WANTED: FARM toy tractors, trucks, implements, farm related advertising items and Lego's. 641-5263050 or 641-521-1448.

WANTED: LARGE igloo dog house. Reasonable.

404-401-9345 or 641-9903322.

WANTED: RIDING lawn mowers, push lawn mowers & snowblowers or anything with a motor. 641275-5475.

WILL HAUL away running or non-running riding mowers, push mowers, snow blowers and garden tillers, and garden tractors. Call 792-2416 MISCELLANEOUS

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is looking for a caring, energetic, and compassionate individual to become a member of our team.

MDS Coordinator Full-time This individual need to be a RN with experience preferred.

We are committed to provide quality care to our residents.

We show compassion to all our residents.

We strive for the best customers service and team work.

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Maintenance Technician

JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell is now accepting applications for highly motivated individuals for Maintenance Technician positions to work third shift, 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.

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

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

• Working at elevation is sometimes required.

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

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4 RED assorted vases $8., 70 LP records- mostly country, 70-80 era $45., 4 Maytag trucks in box: 1917 model T, 1948 Ford semi, 1966 Dodge service van, 1951 Ford Fire truck $45. each or 4 @ $150., black coated tail lights for S-10 truck $40., Centennial buttons – Kellogg, IA – Sept.

10-11-12-1865-1965-$3. each. 792-8017.

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2 SINGLE beds, with frames, one with case headboard. $40 & $50.

787-0208.

ANTIQUE CARJACK, good condition. $3. or OBO. 641-792-1848.

Reach Thousands of Customers Weekly!!!

BARN BOARDS .50¢ a foot, alum, camper door with lock, steel posts, pipe fence braces, cable, rod, legs for hunting stand. 641793-2955.

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For More Information, (641)792-3121 ext. 6542 PETS

WANTED: SOMEONE to take in black/white male neutered cat. Outside cat only. 641-521-3576.

APARTMENTS AVAILABLE

1 & 2 bdrm units in Newton & Monroe!

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

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Walnut Creek Apartments 2 BR • $500-$515/mo

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Join a team that makes a difference in the lives of seniors. Provide in-home companionship and help for seniors in and around Newton.

Part-time day, evening and weekend hours available.

Retirees are encouraged to apply.

641.792.1800

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641-990-7938 or call 515-291-2846 Both complexes next to Hy-Vee Satellite Available 510 E. 17th St. S. Offer valid thru May 30, 2015

ONE STORY condo with over 1700 sq. ft. in SW Newton. 2 large bedrooms, 2 baths, den, living room, formal dining area and large kitchen. Full basement with 2-car garage.

641-275-9130.

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

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

CNA • 2nd Shift Full-time

We are committed to provide quality care to our residents.

We show compassion to all our residents.

We strive for the best customers service and team work.

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Only 5 days a Week NO Weekends NO Holidays NO Collections Great Exercise

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820 Industrial Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa 50112 Equal Opportunity Employer

RENTALS

DAILY NEWS 641-792-5320

Lifeguard Athletics Grinnell College is currently accepting applications for a lifeguard to work in our Bear Recreation and Athletic Center. The lifeguard position offers a starting wage of $12.00/hr and will run through August 31, 2015.

Responsibilities: Open and secure the pool facility.

Responsible for all lifeguarding functions and making sure all pool activities are safe. This includes the pool area's cleanliness and guest interactions and assistance. Ensure the safety of patrons with preventative lifeguarding and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications: Current lifeguard and CPR certification required.

Application Process: Please submit applications online by visiting our application website at https:// jobs.grinnell.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Questions about this position should be directed to Tim Hammond, Natatorium Coordinator at [hammondt@ grinnell.edu] or 641-269-4889.

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.

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EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

Now Accepting Applications Newton Village is currently hiring CNA and Care Attendants to fill both part-time and full time shifts.

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

Please apply online, send a resume or stop in for an application. www.elimcare.org email: bcolvin@elimcare.org

110 N 5th Ave W, Newton

HR/Payroll Specialist • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.

• A minimum of three years of experience in payroll processing.

• Experience in an educational environment preferred.

• Demonstrated math and accounting skills, including the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and knowledge of budgets, general ledger accounts, journal entries, and financial reports.

• Experience with technology and various software applications.

Please send resume/qualification to Todd Abrahamson at 927 Fourth Avenue, Grinnell, IA 50112.

The closing date for this position is May 15, 2015.

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

AUTOMOTIVE

5” BROWN crock, no markings $10., 2 Pyrex nesting bowls, large yellow $20., medium red $10., “Dad” belt buckle with blue back $5., 10 John Deere tractors, small to 1/25th scale $60., Fostoria cream & sugar set with tray “Century” pattern $15., humming bird music box $10.

641-275-7600.

NEW LEATHER Brahma Boots, rugged, size 10 ½. $60. 787-0208.

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

BIKE/SKATEBOARD RAMPS, portable heavy duty plastic. $15. Tractor tire rim for a fire pit. $10.

Old wood hand saws, make an offer. Have 5 or 6.

Very large Styrofoam cooler, very strong & sturdy.

Used to be used at the Hormel plant in Knoxville for pepperoni, big enough to hold a keg & lots of ice.

Excellent for hunters $20.

Old antique trike $10.

641-792-4664.

BLACK 22 7 shot. $225. In good shape, Need permit to purchase. 641-2750290.

BOOKS AUTHORED by Emerson Hough. Set of 14 titles, Plus 7 duplicate books. 641-792-5183 or 641-521-5183.

BRAND NEW cat toy, kitty pirate ship. $20.00. 7870208 FLAG POLE $35., Canna lily bulbs .25¢ each., grain shovel, garden shovel, garden rake, pitch fork, pick/sledge hammer. 641831-9571.

FOR SALE: 2 adult life jackets, $40 each 2 adult life jackets, $25 each 2 adult life jackets, $20 each 3 orange life jackets, $5 each. 641-792-5216.

POKER CHIP set (approx.

300 chips) $15. Mirrors (x2) 42” x 24” each weighs 20-lbs $100 for both.

Vintage “Camp Snoopy” glasses (from 1950's/1960's) $40. for set.

ROUND, WOOD dining room table, top shape. $80.00. 787-0208.

SOLID CHERRY wood baby crib and changing table from Suite Dreams.

Good condition. $300. 515975-0974 or 575-9750973.

SUPERTORO BLOWER / VAC , electric, works good. $ 50. 787-0208 WALTHER BB Pistol, COZ style,works well, comes with box of COZ Cartridges $75. 641-2750290.

WERNER 24 ft. fiberglass extension ladder, type 1A $259. new, asking $125.

Ace Rotomold 350 gal.

Water tank $150. Reese Slider 5th Wheel hitch $700. Honda super quiet 2000 generator, light weight, long run time $800.

641-521-0882.

GREEN LEATHER rocker in good shape. $80. 7870208.

DOUBLE BED complete $100 or make offer, Desk lamp 2 18" flours tube 14"high $5 "Christ in Geth" framed 31 x 25 $5 small wood handle purse with 4 changeable covers $5 Phone 792-6879.

FULL SIZE Oil Paining, Seascape by Lee Burr, 40x30 inches. $450.00.

787-0208 HUSKEE LAWN tractor, 42” excellent condition. $600. In Baxter. 641-2273286.

EMPLOYMENT

is recruiting for the following positions in Grinnell:

Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm & Saturday, 7:30am-4pm We Offer: • Starting pay $11.54/hr with earning potential of 30K + (includes salary - bonus - No caps!)

• Great benefits, including 401K, health, dental, education assistance, and paid vacations!

• Fast pace, fun and rewarding atmosphere Apply at www.WindstreamTalent.com

AA/EOE

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 7). No matter how educated you are, you’ll make it a main goal to broaden your knowledge and skills this year. Furthermore, you’ll take on other hard personal challenges because doing the hard things makes you better.

ARIES (March 21-April 19).

Warrior spirit that you are, you’re ready to fight for your honor. On the other hand, it doesn’t always serve the situation. Often it’s best to keep your composure and balance as you say nothing and walk away.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20).

Many famous people have at times completed their work

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

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

PLEASE RECYCLE YOUR OLD NEWSPAPERS Is your job more work than its worth?

Own transportation (good driving record) and GED/HS diploma required. A $200.00 sign on bonus is available for all full-time positions after successful completion of 30 days of employment.

For questions please call 641-787-2290

The next seven weeks bring a contract that will improve your lifestyle. New friends come in July. Aquarius and Gemini people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 13, 2, 28, 24 and 11.

1969 PONTIAC Firebird 400/330HP V8 Convertible, automatic transmission, AC, $14,000, wolberg25@gmail.com, call/text 319-333-7513

Part-time Direct Care Staff – training individuals with intellectual disabilities in residential setting. The work schedule runs Monday thru Friday 6:30 to 8:30 am. Pay starts at $9.00 per hour.

Application can be made at: CIRSI 821 5th Avenue Suite 205 Grinnell, IA 50112

Cancer, the first water sign of the zodiac, is an emotional force like the sea from which the crabs emerge, big surf breaking in loud and soft sounds, all at once relaxing and terrifying. Venus leaves the friendly conversation of Gemini today for Cancer’s promise of deeper levels of intimacy.

1994 K1500 CHEVY 4X4 Newer tires, less than 2,000 miles on them, new hubs, ball joints, A/C compressor battery, distributor intake, coil. 119,000 miles.

Purple w/waldoc stripe kit.

350 Engine Automatic. $4580.00 OBO 641-242-0361

Overnight Staff – training individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential setting (you can sleep during part of this shift). One shift in the two week rotation is day hours and no sleep time. Pay starts at $9.00 per hour (experience pays more) and benefits that includes (Health, Dental, and Life Insurance).

Customer Care Specialist requisition #15002266

Astrograph

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

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

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

EMPLOYMENT

Central Iowa Residential Services Inc.(CIRSI)

Inbound Customer Care Specialists Needed in Newton, IA

2001 Dodge Ram 3500 SLT Quad Cab Dually pickup- 4 wheel drive. 5.9L Cummins Diesel with trailer tow package, airride bags, gooseneck ball and electric brake controller. Fully loaded, very well maintained and garaged, complete with a sno way 9' V-Plow with a new cutting blade.

One Owner- non smoking unit 135,000 miles. $20,000.00. 641-792-4332

AUTOMOTIVE

from bed, including Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Hobbes and F. Scott Fitzgerald. You’ll join their club with the beautiful things you come up with from the pillow.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21).

With candor and humor you’ll turn situations into situational comedy. You know how to do this gracefully, without discounting or making fun of anyone’s troubles.

CANCER (June 22-July 22).

Sometimes you are content because of what you have, and other times, like today, you are content because of what you lack in expectation. Whatever occurs, it will delight you.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Make

Find a new one in the classifieds!

Check the Newton Daily News & Jasper County Advertiser or online at www.newtondailynews.com.

no assumptions about your performance. Just because you’ve done it one way for a long time doesn’t mean you’re doing it right. The breakthrough will come after you open yourself to new insights.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

It may feel as though someone other than you is running your life. If that’s happening, it’s only because you got a little distracted. Bring yourself back to the driver’s seat.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

Not knowing which way to go doesn’t always mean you’re lost. In today’s case, the real journey begins at the place where you’re not sure which road to take.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

Bottom line: You need more sleep. Vitality, beauty, a happy mood -- they’re all a product of increasing your zzz’s.

Revisit your nighttime routine with an eye toward optimum relaxation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The excitement building around you is not coincidental.

People feel there’s something special in what you’re creating, and they want to be a part of it.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20).

More choices don’t make people happier; they just confuse matters and, as an added bonus, make people long for what they gave up. Offer three options, and you’ll have happy customers.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23).

Dreams die hard, especially for children who are raised on fairytale magic brought to life in vivid CGI. But some dreams, once released, make room for remarkable realities.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Sacrifice will be necessary, but not to a detrimental degree. You’ve been giving so much of yourself that you may feel depleted. Try to pull back.

Stop before there’s nothing left for you.

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