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Sam Hornish Jr. got a taste of Iowa Speedway’s Pizza Ranch Victory Lane in May. Last August, Brad Keselowski made his way back to Victory Lane at Iowa.

Hornish and Keselowski, the winners of the last two NASCAR Nationwide Series

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races on the 7/8-mile oval track at Newton, will be on the track this weekend for the 2014 U.S. Cellular 250 presented by New Holland. Saturday night’s Nationwide Series race should prove to be a great race for fans. The green flag drops on the U.S. Cellular 250 at 7 p.m.

Keselowski, a two-time NASCAR national series champion, announced this

week he would compete in the Nationwide Series race in Iowa and in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway in Pennsylvania on Sunday. Hornish finished second to Keselowski in the 2013 U.S. Cellular 250.

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Ty Rushing/Daily News After five years at the helm, Tobi Nearmyer, left, stepping is down as the coordinator for the Jasper County Fair Queen pageant. Her replacement will be Amanda Knight, who was the first fair queen crowned under Tobi’s leadership.

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Meeting with the Jasper County Fair Board, helping contestants into their formal wear, finding convertibles for parades and the list goes on. These and many other duties will soon be a thing of the past for Tobi Nearmyer.

Tobi, 26, has dedicated nearly a decade of her life to the Jasper County Fair Queen pageant. In 2006, as a student at Newton Senior High School, she won the crown — which was her redemption of sorts after falling short the year prior.

After her reign ended, Tobi served on the pageant committee and in 2010, she took over as the coordinator.

“Before I took over, my cousins were the coordinators and they had been running it for awhile,” Tobi said.

Tobi was still a student at Iowa State University when she first started to orga-

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During a special session on Wednesday, the Jasper County Board of Supervisors approved a measure that could lead to the development of a compre-

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hensive county-wide trail system, and possibly a regional trail as well.

The board approved $2,000 to go toward a joint grant application with Marion County to receive funds from the U.S. National Park Service to develop a master

bike trail system that would connect the two counties.

Jasper County would only have to pay the amount if the county received funds from USNPS. TRAIL See Page 5A

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nize the pageant, which isn’t an easy task when you are attending class, studying and attempting to enjoy the college experience. Most people don’t realize this is a nearly year round job.

“Early in the beginning of the year, like January-ish, I meet with the fair board ...

I don’t know if that’s required or not, but I like to, to kind of get the idea of what they are looking for in that particular year,” Tobi said.

“About March-ish, I get the applications ready for the year, which I typically do the same thing but change all the dates and stuff. Then, (I create) the list of events for the girls. So, I have to figure all the parades they have to be at, the times they would have to be at the county fair, and if they’re crowned queen, the time they would have to be at the state fair.”

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The city of Newton is closing in on its two year anniversary of its comprehensive plan and is planning two conversational meetings to discuss what has been ac-

CRESTON (AP) — A Creston high school teacher, who was a former Killduff resident and also a graduate of Lynnville-Sully High School, reportedly drowned this week while fishing on a Union County lake.

Authorities were called Monday evening to report an empty boat on Twelve Mile Lake, about four miles east of Creston. An investigation indicated the boat’s occupant had drowned, and crews searched the lake until nightfall.

The search resumed Tuesday morning, and the Union County Sheriff ’s Office Gander reported a body was found by a dive team about 10:20 a.m. The victim was identified as 45-year-old Creston resident Richard Lee Gander.

A funeral service for Gander will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Newton. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Gander is survived by his father, Delbert Gander of Newton; siblings, Steve Gander of Polk City and Carla Gander of Newton; and his nieces, Brittany Gander and Jami Gander of Newton.

Gander grew up north of Killduff and was a 1987 graduate of LynnvilleSully High School before receiving his degree in education from Central College. He was currently serving as a high school math teacher and ninthgrade softball coach at Creston High School. Prior to that he taught and coached at both Centerville and Twin Cedars.

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complished and where it is going next.

The first meeting is planned for 6 p.m.

Tuesday at the Krumm Center at Agnes Patterson Park and a second meeting is planned for noon Aug. 7 at Newton City Hall. The entire community is invited to learn of the progress and voice their opinions on the current path of the plan. Both

The asphalt resurfacing project on North Second Avenue West between West Fourth Street North and West Eighth Street North is scheduled to begin Monday morning.

Manatts Inc. will begin by milling the old surface of the street. During this milling work, access to driveways

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Dueling Pianos at Maytag Bowl tonight The Dueling Pianos act is set to perform at 7 p.m. tonight at the Maytag Bowl.

Being an audience driven show, Andy Anderson and Mike Leeds encourage their diverse crowds to sing and dance along to popular songs that everyone knows and loves. They specialize in Top 40 pop-rock hits, but their motto is jokingly “We will attempt any song you throw our way!”

The event is free to the public. For more information, contact the Newton Park Office at (641) 792-1470.

Snook reunion Saturday The Snook reunion is set for Sunday at Sugar Grove Gathering Place with a potluck picnic dinner beginning at noon.

Ty Rushing/Daily News John Miller was the recipient of $500 scholarship from Newton’s Golden K Kiwanis group. Miller was awarded the check on Tuesday and plans to use it get a second associate’s degree from DMACC. He earned his first associate’s while still in high school. Pictured is Kiwanis President Mary Ann Iske, Miller and Kiwanis scholarship committee member Dr. Delores Butler.

Main Street business specialist to present program Wednesday

USDA accepting applications to refinance rural home loans

The Newton Main Street Partnership’s Economic Restructuring committee will host Jim Thompson, Main Street Iowa’s business specialist, on Wednesday.

Thompson will tour the Main Street District, lead a meeting with the Economic Restructuring committee, meet with city staff and elected officials and end the day with a public presentation from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. at Uncle Nancy’s Coffeehouse & Eatery.

At the presentation, Thompson will discuss Main Street economic development strategies and Newton’s demographic profile. The event is free and open to the public.

Thompson’s visit concludes the initial round of state visits with Newton Main Street’s four committees. A state visit on Oct. 2 will assess the progress of the committees.

Newton Daily News DES MOINES — USDA Rural Development, through its Direct Home Loan Program, is temporarily accepting applications to refinance home loans in eligible rural areas.

With this temporary program change eligible households that will be experiencing an increase in interest rate or change in repayment terms for adjustable rate loans, interest only loans, short-term rate locks, or other forms of specialty lending, may be eligible to refinance their existing mortgage

OWLS program for seniors set for Aug. 13 Jasper County Conservation is hosting an Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors program from 10 to 11 a.m. Aug. 13 at the Jasper County Armory/Annex Building by Maytag Park, and the senior public is invited to come learn about the squirrels of Iowa and make a squirrel feeder.

To participate, register by Aug. 11 by calling Jasper County Conservation at (641) 792-9780.

For more information visit the JCCB website at www.jaspercountyconservation. com or call the number above for more information.

DES MOINES — The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation and Cookies Food Products will present Robert D. Ray of Des Moines as an Iowan of the Day for the 2014 Iowa State Fair.

Robert D. Ray is known to many Iowans as Governor Ray, or to some, just “Governor.” He served Iowa for 14 years, 19691983. Serving as a well-known governor is just the beginning for Ray. CEO of two Iowa insurance companies, an educational leader at Drake University and the national Republican Party leader are also on his list of past experi-

University of Wisconsin-Platteville graduate student Nicholas Weber of Newton earned a master’s degree in engineering.

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Loan Program can be directed by email to: DirectIA@ia.usda.gov; phone (515) 284-4444; fax (855) 415-3562; or USDA Rural Development, 210 Walnut Street, Room 873, Des Moines, Iowa 50309.

USDA Rural Development’s Direct Home Loan Program, which helps low-income households in rural Iowa make home purchases with no down payments, has $11 million in funding available to assist rural Iowans.

To be eligible for the program, homes must be located in rural areas which are typically

defined as communities of less than 20,000 residents.

“The demand for USDA direct home loan funding has historically been strong in Iowa and nationally,” said Bill Menner, USDA Rural Development State Director in Iowa. “This temporary change in program eligibility has the potential to help many rural Iowans as they continue to strive for successful homeownership.”

For more information about USDA Rural Development call (515) 284-4663 or visit www. rurdev.usda.gov/ia.

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through the USDA Rural Development Direct Home Loan Program.

The USDA program offers 33 or 38 year terms, with a fixed interest rate currently at 3.625 percent (subject to change prior to closing).

Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact USDA Rural Development staff no later than Sept. 1 to allow for adequate processing time prior to the end of the federal government’s current fiscal year on Sept. 30.

Questions regarding USDA Rural Development’s Direct Home

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ences. After leaving his governorship, Ray also served as an interim mayor of Des Moines and as the President of Drake.

“Honest, sincere and a man of integrity, Bob Ray has natural leadership talents and a personal warmth and charm that make him a favorite with all Iowans,” said Marcia Meller of the Iowa Hall of Pride. “Ray loves Iowa and its people. He takes pride in being remembered for his ability to raise the level of appreciation for the state of Iowa.”

Ray helped improve this level of appreciation in many ways.

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The Character Counts In Iowa initiative is well-known throughout the state. He was instrumental in bringing this program to Iowa and expresses a great deal of pride in serving as chairman of the Character Counts In Iowa board.

In 1979, 3500 refugees from Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam relocated to Iowa.

While acting as governor, Ray stood up for those refugees from Southeast Asia by helping them secure jobs and a place to live. He is also noted for helping raise over $500,000 for Iowa SHARES.

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Richard ‘Rich’ Gander Richard “Rich” Gander, 45, of Creston died on Monday, July 28, 2014, in rural Creston.

A funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2 at the Wallace Family Funeral Home and Crematory in Newton. The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1 at the funeral home. Memorials to the Creston Fire and Rescue may be left at the funeral home.

Richard, the son of Delbert and Carolyn (Mundell) Gander, was born Feb. 14, 1969 in

Des Moines. He grew up north of Killduff. Rich was a 1987 graduate of Lynnville-Sully High School and then received his degree in education from Central College.

Rich was currently serving as a high school math teacher and 9th grade softball coach at Creston High School. Prior

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Those left to honor Julia’s memory are her children, Bernard (Bette Ann) Lindsey, Jr. of Calamus and Lynda (Gerald) Vanden Hoek of Brentwood, Mo.; five

grandchildren, Brittney (Andrew) Switala of Wake Forest, N.C., Bryan (Samantha) Vanden Hoek of Ozark, Mo., Jeff (Melinda) Vanden Hoek of Dallas, Texas, Chris (Catalina) Vanden Hoek of Brentwood, Mo., and Steve (Beth) Vanden Hoek of Brentwood, Mo.; 16 great-grandchildren; three great-greatgrandchildren; and her sister, Bonnie (Howard) Quillen of Clarksville, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bernard in 2012; and brother, Charles Russell.

Julia A. Lindsey July 30, 2014 Julia A. (Russell) Lindsey, 87, of Newton died Wednesday, July 30, 2014, at the Newton Health Care Center in Newton. A funeral service will be at 1 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 1 at the Wallace Family Funeral Home in Newton. The family will greet friends from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Memorials to the Immanuel Baptist Church may be left at the funeral home. Memorials may also be mailed to the funeral home please

Police Blotter to that he taught and coached at both Centerville and Twin Cedars.

Rich was a dedicated and beloved teacher who was passionate and had a great influence on kids.

He had a special gift of making all kids feel worthwhile. Rich loved to fish, take photography of sporting events, and volunteer his time at the schools.

Those left to honor Rich’s memory are his dad, Delbert Gander of Newton; siblings, Steve Gander of Polk City and Carla Gander of Newton; and his nieces, Brittany Gander and Jami Gander of Newton. He was preceded in death by his mom, Carolyn Gander.

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Newton Police Department • Carl F. Bragg Jr., 38, of Newton was charged with preventing apprehension after authorities were called to 319 E. 12th St. N. at 5:39 p.m.

July 27. Officers were called to an abandoned residence, where they spoke to Bragg along with another man. Both them were asked several times if there was any one else at the residence and they stated no. Police searched the residence and found his son hiding in the basement. He was taken to the police department, cited and released to appear in court.

• Justin P. Doran, 32, of Newton was charged with fifth-degree theft after authorities were called to WalMart at 10:10 a.m. July 28. The loss prevention employee stated they saw Doran conceal a hat and a DVD and leave the store without paying. When confronted Doran threw the hat back at the employee. The DVD case was found in the store, but the DVD was missing. Authorities caught up to Doran in the 2800 block of South Second Avenue East. The total value of the items was $23.50. He was cited and released to appear in court.

• Lane K. Douglas, 57, of Newton was charged with fifth-degree criminal mischief after authorities were called to 732 First Ave. E. at 12:30 a.m. July 29. Three witnesses stated that there was someone shooting a pellet gun at a window. They heard between three to five shots hit and also heard obscenities being yelled.

The estimated damage to the window is $100. Douglas was arrested and taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Shyeaka S. Robinson, 39, of Newton was charged with driving while license suspended after authorities were called to the parking lot by Radio Shack in reference to a situation at 6:15 p.m. July 29. She was charged and released to appear in court.

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As US job market strengthens, many don’t feel it WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. unemployment rate has plunged since the start of last year to a five-year low of 6.1 percent. And the July jobs report being released Friday will likely show a sixth straight month of healthy 200,000plus gains.

Yet for Douglas Hunter and millions like him, happy days aren’t quite here again.

Hunter earned $14 an hour cleaning oil drums before the Great Recession seized the economy and his job was axed. At 53, Hunter now works three days a week for $9.25 an hour, mopping floors and fixing fryers at two McDonald’s restaurants in Chicago.

“If the economy is getting better, I’m not sure for whom,” he said. “It certainly hasn’t trickled down to me.”

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better off: Income hasn’t rebounded.

Millions are working part time even though they want full-time jobs. It’s taking longer to find work. People are still struggling with mortgage debt. Some feel down about the economy because of their political views. And most people don’t feel free to spend as much as they used to.

A closer look at the factors: LAGGING INCOME Most people are still earning less, adjusted for inflation, than before the recession struck at the end of 2007. Even many who kept their jobs through the recession — or easily found work after being let go — are no better off. The typical family income in current dollars is $52,959, according to Sentier Research.

Factoring in inflation, that’s $3,303 less than before the recession — a nearly six percent drop.

FEWER FULL-TIME JOBS Finding a steady full-time job has become harder. There are 27.4 million part-time jobs, representing 18.8 percent

of jobs in the U.S. economy, according to the Labor Department. Before the recession, 16.5 percent of all jobs were part time.

EMPLOYERS SLOW TO HIRE The “Help Wanted” signs are out: There were 4.6 million available jobs in May, according to government data, the most in seven years and 20 percent more than a year ago. Yet not enough of those jobs are being filled.

BEHIND ON MORTGAGES Nearly 37 percent of mortgage holders were “effectively underwater” through the first three months of 2014, according to the real estate firm Zillow. That means they either owe more than their homes are worth or a sale wouldn’t generate enough money to cover the closing costs and down payment for a new home.

POLITICALLY SHAPED VIEWS How people feel about President Barack Obama appears to influence their views of the economy. Republicans are overwhelmingly pessimistic, Democrats optimistic, according to Gallup.

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Thursday, July 31, 2014

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The hayloft and the horse resurrection There are two certainties about life I have accepted.

One is at some point in July I will be up in a miserably hot hayloft maneuvering and lifting hundreds of bales of hay that are half my body weight.

The other certainty is if I don’t get right with the big man upstairs, then my afterlife will consist of lugging around and stacking bales of hay in Hades.

Why am I stacking hay? I do not live on a farm, nor did I grow up on one.

The answer is simple: cheap and dependable labor.

My uncle Don, aka the Donfather, gives my friends and I unlimited access to his swimming By Will E. Sanders Creators Syndicate pool each summer provided we assist him with stacking bales of hay in his barn for his and my aunt’s three horses.

Each July, the Donfather summons me, and I in turn recruit my friends, to fulfill an offer none of us can ever refuse.

Usually, half of the guys go into the hayloft and the other half stay outside and carry or load bales onto the elevator (a new addition this year).

For the last four years I have always been selected to go into the hayloft. I can’t stand being up in there. It’s more work up in the hayloft and it’s the worst place in the world to be.

It’s dark. There are stinging insects flying about. Any position aside from stooping over constantly will result in violently banging your head against the rafters.

In other words, perfect conditions to be stacking large blocks of dead vegetation in.

It’s like a human-sized game of Jenga, only there are no winners, only losers, especially if you forgot to put deodorant on that day.

On top of all of this, haylofts can be incredibly hot in July. Despite the heat, and my aggressive hay allergies, it is almost mandatory that a person wear pants, a long-sleeved flannel shirt and gloves when stacking.

It is never a good idea — I repeat, it is never a good idea — to wear swimming trunks whilst stacking hay, even if one plans to go swimming in their uncle’s pool immediately afterward.

Then there is the hay elevator.

When 50-pound hay bales are flying off of it at an amazing rate, it’s an impressive piece of farming hardware one must be mindful of at all times. It has agricultural amputation written all over it.

We had just loaded the first 100 bales and had 100 more to go. The eight of us were on break. We were drinking adult beverages that the Donfather was fueling us with.

Things were going great, which in my world usually means a tsunami of horse manure is well on its way.

And it was.

I heard a commotion coming from below the hayloft. The others below were heard gasping in shock and horror. The Donfather calmly called out, “The horse is dead.” Another voice called out, “Her eyes rolled into the back of her head!” Yet another declared, “Her chest isn’t moving!”

It appeared the horse was dead and I spared myself the sight of walking over to take a look at the horse, named Trudy. My heart sank because I love animals. My heart sank even more because I knew I would soon be ironically assisting in burying a horse out in the hay pasture.

Then something unbelievable transpired.

A few minutes passed before a jovial chorus of onlookers cheered out and said the horse was alive again. The horse was breathing now, standing back up even.

The horse was resurrected somehow.

I’m telling you this straight from the horse’s ... well you get the idea.

Now imagine the rollercoaster of emotion I went through. The situation went from the horse being alive, to the horse being as dead as a doornail, and then to the horse miraculously coming back to life.

I had a hard time processing all of it, but I digress, mostly because I refuse to beat a dead horse.

Because it just might come back to life.

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‘WINDerful Tales’

“WINDerful Tales” is a new exhibit at the Jasper County Historical Museum located in the Ag Building. This exhibit was made possible due to support from Silos & Smokestakes, Jasper Community Foundation and Jasper County Farm Bureau. It is a direct result of seeing a problem and having the inspiration to uniquely solve it by board memBy Linda Bacon ber, Linda Pe r r e n o u d , Newton Convention and Visitors Bureau and volunExecutive Director teer members of her grants committee, Mary Ann Iske and Dr. Delores Butler.

The problem … the old wooden windmill that stood south of the museum had recently had the wooden head removed for major repair and the “headless” wooden tower had been joined by a rusted metal windmill laying on its side.

Weather damage to the windmill had become so severe that restoration was quite difficult and needed to be avoided in the future. Suffice it to say, the wooden windmill needed to be moved inside so the small group took it upon themselves to rectify the situation and with the assistance of grants and volunteers, they were able to move the windmill inside

and they developed the awardwinning exhibit on display today called “WINDerful Tales.” Their “Tale” is about wind power and Jasper County in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Why is it award-winning, you ask? Last April, the museum and exhibit was honored as a Silos & Smokestacks’ Partner Site for Outstanding Interpretation; showing excellence in interpreting the story of American Agriculture. Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area (SSNHA) honored the Heritage Area’s best during their 10th Annual Golden Silo Awards Golden Silo Awards are presented to individuals and organizations whose contributions demonstrate excellence in preserving and telling America’s agricultural story, both past and present.

By the mid-1920s, 1 to 3 kilowatt wind generators had been developed. Wind-generated electricity found widespread use in rural areas of the Midwestern Great Plains. In 1933, H.C. McCardell, E. A. McCardell and M.E. Vincent of Newton, purchased Mill Air-Light Company and reorganized it as a Wind Power Light Company. Shortly thereafter, they invented an entirely new type of wind electric plant. Instead of using a blade similar to a fan, a propeller blade was perfected using the principle of the airfoil of an airplane wind.

The other patented feature was

tipping the blades, thus eliminating the tail vane and making the entire unit like a huge dart; and greatly increasing its efficiency.

Early in 1935 the company conceived the idea of selling ‘metered’ electricity to farmers much like utility companies were doing. I would have thought this was a more recent idea from like the last 20 years or so, but the idea had been around for a very long time; but just never came to fruition because the government started the Rural Electrification Administration (REA) to bring electricity to rural areas around the same time.

The first use of a large windmill to generate electricity was built in Cleveland Ohio by Charles Brush in 1888. Today’s wind turbines, made by companies like Newton’s TPI and Trinity, are very different in design from the earlier models mostly due to their much larger scale.

Check out the award-winning “WINDerful Tales” exhibit in the Ag Building located across the street south of the Jasper County Historical Museum main building. It sits next to the old wooden windmill that has been restored.

The Ag Building has many displays of tools and machines from our times past. While you’re there, don’t miss the old Blacksmith’s Shop too! The Jasper County Historical Museum is located at 1700 S. 15th Ave. W. in Newton or just off I-80 Exit 164.

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When the beat guy is sitting at his desk and hears that police scanner sound the fire alarm, there is a rush of adrenaline followed immediately by a feeling of dread.

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The scene was chaotic, with EMS personnel tending to fatigued firefighters,

water gushing from the bottle of pump trucks and neighbors lining the corners to get a look.

But amid the turmoil a circle of people caught my eye. A group of family and friends encompassed Noftsger, chatting, hugging and laughing when they could. The tears were evident, but the support given to the Colfax resident was powerful.

The comments of thoughts and prayers appeared on social media as quickly as the news unfolded. With each additional photo or update from the scene, community residents, neighbors and friends were quick to show their support.

Colfax residents know their neighbor’s story.

She lost her husband 10 months prior to Saturday’s fire, and her home was badly damaged during the floods of 2010. Reporting on this tragedy gave me hope, knowing her difficult road to rebuild would be in the company of a caring community.

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Race Continued from Page 1A Throw into the mix on the Speedway track Nationwide Series points leader Chase Elliott, who comes into Saturday’s race with a four-point lead over Regan Smith. Elliott Sadler is third in the standings just 11 points back. Fellow Nationwide Series rookie Ty Dillon is 15 points by Elliott. Dillon is coming off his first series win at Indianapolis last week.

This is the final race weekend of the season at Iowa Speedway.

It all begins Friday with practice sessions for the Nationwide Series drivers and the up-and-coming drivers of the NASCAR K&N Pro Series. Late afternoon and evening gives way to the qualifying for Friday night’s K&N Pro Series’ Autolite Iridium XP 150.

The Autolite Iridium XP 150 is NASCAR’s K&N Pro Series combo race The 150lap event is an annual clash between the K&N Pro Series East and West, and features a large group of NASCAR’s

rising stars, including nine members of the 2014-2015 NASCAR Next class.

The green flag drops on the Autolite Iridium XP 150 at 8 p.m. Friday at the Speedway.

The race will air on a tapedelayed format at 10 a.m. on Aug. 8 on Fox Sports 1.

In May’s K&N Pro Series race, then-East leading Ben Rhodes claimed the win at Iowa. Rhodes still leads the East division points standings at 457. Cameron Hayley is second in the East at 395 followed by Gray Gaulding, 383, and Jesse Little, who is driving the No. 97 Get To Know Newton Chevrolet, is fourth at 379. Last year’s winner of the Iowa August K&N race, Cole Custer, is 25th in the standings.

Greg Pursley is leading the K&N West points standings with 342. Pursley was the highest finishing West driver — fourth — in last August’s race at Iowa Speedway. The top finishing West driver in May at Iowa was David Mayhew, who was ninth. Mayhew is fourth in the West points race.

Kenzie Ruston, who was named one of this year’s

Nearmyer Continued from Page 1A Her duties vary month by month until the new queen is selected in July during the county fair. Once a new queen is in place, she helps them prepare for the state fair in August. After that, she finally has a bit of a break although she makes herself available for the queen, princess and fair board year round.

Once she graduated from ISU, Tobi accepted her first teaching position at the Newton Community School District. After her initial year, she went on to teach in Marshalltown for the next few years of her career, all the while still running the

Trail Continued from Page 1A “It’s beneficial to Jasper County and Marion County, both, because when you write grants, if you don’t have something to tie into you are not going to be awarded,” said board member Dennis Carpenter.

“The benefit is being

NASCAR Next drivers along with Rhodes, Gaulding, Little and Custer, sits 10th in the East points race. She was running in the top 10 through the first half of the race at Iowa in May. A mechanical failure relegated her to a 16th-place finish.

“I’ve always had speed at Iowa, just a few things have happened outside my control or my teams control,” Ruston said. “I love racing at Iowa.

Being from Oklahoma, Iowa Speedway is as close to home as I get during our season, so its nice to have family and friends come out and be a part of the weekend. Hopefully I can give them something to be excited about Friday night.”

On Saturday, Nationwide Series drivers take over the Speedway. There’s the fourth and final round of competition in the Nationwide Insurance Dash 4 Cash, which includes pairing four fans with the four eligible drivers in Saturday’s race in the bonus contest.

Four NASCAR Nationwide Series championship contenders are eligible to compete for the chance to win the $100,000 bonus this weekend at Iowa. By winning the Dash

pageant.

With a new school year right around the corner, Tobi has taken a new position in West Des Moines’ school district and that is the reason she has decided to step away.

“Because it’s so far away, I’m not going to stay around,” Tobi said.

“Since I’m moving away and kind of starting that new life, I wanted to pass it on to someone who could be here more often and give it the attention that it needs. I’ll still stay on and help, but I’m done leading I guess.”

Amanda Knight, the 2010 Jasper County Fair Queen, will take over for Tobi starting with next year’s pageant.

While planning and implementing this year’s ceremony, Amanda served as Tobi’s right hand and was soaking

awarded grants to be able to maintain and do things on trails that you normally wouldn’t get.”

Iowa Heartland RC&D, a program dedicated to promoting recreation in the region, is facilitating the grant on the counties behalf, in hopes of developing a master trail for central Iowa that would connect Jasper, Marion,

Polk, Poweshiek and Marshall counties.

“The reason to do this — I mean if we are going to do a trail plan on our own, I don’t know what it would cost but I’m going to guess $20,000 to $50,000 ... to actually put something like this together,” said Jasper County Conservation Director Keri Van Zante.

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4 Cash award at Indianapolis, Dillon automatically qualifies for the next payout along with Trevor Bayne, Brian Scott and Smith.

This weekend, Nationwide includes a fan element into the program. The following four sweepstakes winners are entered to win the bonus: Kathy Coffman, Gonzales, La.; Patricia Martens, Danville, Calif.; James Dennis, Henry, Ill.; Patricia Cochran, Houston, Texas.

Each sweepstakes winner will be paired with a driver randomly on Saturday morning; they will also be an honorary team member during the race. If their driver wins the Dash 4 Cash they win the $100,000 dollars bonus as well.

Also every fan attending the NASCAR Nationwide Series race may join the “Dash 4 Cash Bash,” a NASCAR-style celebration immediately after the checkered flag waves, culminating the popular “Dash 4 Cash” driver and fan sweepstakes and Iowa Speedway’s 2014 race season.

Saturday afternoon is the qualifying round. The pole winner will receive the Pork

up everything she could.

Tobi believes Amanda is the perfect person to replace her. The two actually had a relationship prior to this year — Amanda was the first queen crowned under Tobi’s leadership.

“She was the first queen that I was there to help,” Tobi said. “I think she is going to do really well. She has been asking the whole time, ‘What can she do to help?’ and ‘What she can take over this year?’

“It’s been great. She’s been camping at the fair this year, so anything I need — if I’m not over there at that minute — she’s been doing (it) for me. She got a lot of things organized for the night of the coronation, did the decorations and has just been

Jasper County currently maintains the Chichaqua Valley Recreation Trail that begins in Baxter, the Rock Creek Recreation Bike Trail and is working with the City of Prairie

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by Washington County Pork Producers.

Then it is race time. The U.S. Cellular 250 runs at 7 p.m. on ESPN. During a test in May, Keselowski was asked why Iowa Speedway is one of his favorite tracks, the 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series and 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champ said it served competitors and fans well.

“The design and layout is one of the few tracks that has a great balance between what the drivers like and the fans like,” Keselowski said. “Drivers want a track where you can run and not spin out all the time for no reason, and they like the smaller tracks but not too small.

“This track is 7/8 of a mile so it’s smaller but not so small you’re on top of everybody.

And I think drivers like that.

“From a fan perspective with the progressive banking and the way the track has aged and gotten rougher, the cars seem to run side by side here really well, and I think that makes for great racing for the fans from that perspective.”

checking in on the girls.”

Working and living in new city, and decreasing the amount of time she spends at the fair, will be a new experience for Tobi, but it seems to be one she’s ready to face. She’s also grateful for the unique opportunity being the coordinator afforded her.

“It’s kind of bittersweet, because it’s a lot of work. I think sometimes I get frustrated when I’m planning everything out and I think, ‘Oh, I can’t wait to be done with this.’ But now that my job is basically over, I’m kind of stepping back and missing it a little bit,” Tobi said.

“It was kind of nice. I learned a lot from the experience. I was doing things that I would never have the opportunity to learn elsewhere.”

City on developing a third trail.

If the grant is later approved by USNPS, the county would aim to connect all of its trails with other regional trails including the

City of Newton’s bike trail.

Senior staff writer Ty Rushing may be contacted at (641) 792-3121, ext.

6532, or at trushing@newtondailynews.com.

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Obsession over six-pack abs puts swimmer in unsafe water DEAR ABBY: I’m a 21-yearold man who has been a successful swimmer in high school and now in college. Over the past few months, I have become obsessed with developing six-pack abs. I have never had much success with women, and I thought that looking like a movie star might finally get me noticed and make me feel good about myself.

As a result, I have become obsessive about my diet. I have dropped 10 pounds, mostly muscle, and my performance in the pool has suffered. If I don’t see perfect definition between every ab and don’t exercise for at least 2 1/2 hours a day, I feel fat and guilty whenever I eat. I have awakened in the middle of the night worrying about what I’ll eat the next day. I’m concerned for the future when my metabolism will inevitably slow down.

I have begun to think that death is a better scenario than being fat, or feeling that way. I want to be able to enjoy eating again and get my life back. I don’t want to tell my parents or friends for fear of seeming weakminded. Where can I go for help?

— FEELING LOST IN NEW MEXICO DEAR FEELING LOST: Physical perfection is no guarantee that you’ll find love. Liking yourself and accepting yourself for who you are is what attracts others.

Although “looking like a movie star” can be an asset — depending upon who the movie star is — unless you are secure about who you are and what you have to offer, you can’t maintain a healthy relationship. (If you don’t believe me, look at the tabloids and start counting how many movie star romances resemble a game of musical chairs.)

If you truly think that death might

be preferable to being fat, then you are in trouble. You may have a serious eating disorder, one that could shorten your life. Most people who have an eating disorder need professional help to overcome it, so the place to go is to your student health center.

Ask to speak with a mental health counselor about what you’re doing and how you’re feeling. It is important that you understand what has caused this so you can be successfully treated.

DEAR ABBY: My parents’ 25th wedding anniversary is coming up.

I thought it would be nice to have a dinner with the 12 to 14 people who were in their wedding party.

If I had it at a nice restaurant, would it be rude to ask them to pay their own way for dinner? I am only 21 and just graduated from college, so I can’t manage it on my own. Any advice? — SON OF “SILVER” PARENTS IN MASSACHUSETTS DEAR SON: I think the sentiment is sweet, but if you are going to have this kind of an anniversary party for your parents, you should wait until you can afford to host it. For this one, invite your parents out for dinner, and give them the kind of party you’re planning on their 30th.

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Upcoming Fitness Classes Newton YMCA 1701 S. Eight Ave. E. All classes are free for members or $9 for a nonmember adult day pass.

Body Sculpt Monday, Wednesday 8 to 8:45 a.m.

A class that blends flexibility moves that builds strength and balance using the participants own body weight.

Firm Express Aerobics Room, Monday and Wednesday 5:55 to 6:25 p.m.

This class uses hand weights, tubing, medicine balls, steps and more to help increase strength, tone up muscles, and improve metabolism and flexibility.

Metro Creative Connection Exercising on a daily basis is a great way to promote health to a child. Taking a walk, riding bikes or playing basketball are examples of great family activities.

Celebrate Kids Eat Right Month with family Nancy Schive, R.D., L.D. Skiff Medical Center Everyone has a role to play in making sure our children have a healthy future.

That’s why the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Academy’s Foundation announce the first Kids Eat Right Month to be observed each August.

Kids Eat Right Month focuses attention on the importance of healthful eating and active lifestyles for children and families.

Kids can have fun eating right and being active.

Parents and caregivers can set a good example by having a healthy environment at home which can in turn set kids up for a lifetime

of healthy eating and active lifestyles. Key things to consider include: Shop Smart To encourage a healthy lifestyle, get children involved in planning and selecting the food that will appear at the breakfast, lunch and dinner table.

When kids are involved with the planning of meals, they are more likely to try new foods.

This is an important step to improving family health and bonding. What a great opportunity a family meal is for eating healthy and sharing the day’s experiences with one another.

Move Every Day Kids need 60 minutes daily of moderate to vigorous active play. Get active as a family.

Take a walk together after dinCook Healthy ner, and try to plan fun activiInvolve children in the cutting, ties each week. mixing and preparation (age-apTo learn more about how propriate) for all meals. you can shop smart, cook Even a snack can be healthy. healthy and eat right, check out www.kidseatright.org. Several Eat Right healthy, kid-friendly recipes are Enjoy family meals together. available here as well.

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in the work area may be restricted at times. The milling work is expected to take one full day to complete.

Placement of two layers of hot-mix asphalt should begin within a day or two after the completion of the milling work. Further restrictions to driveways will occur during the estimated two days of asphalt overlay work.

Residents along this route are advised to have all vehicles off the street by 7:30 a.m. on Monday morning, and street parking will not be allowed until the project is complete. Through traffic is also advised to avoid the project area by taking an alternate route.

meetings are intended to have similar content and offer an opportunity for citizen involvement.

“Newton’s Comprehensive Plan is designed to be the plan for the whole community of Newton, offering a clear check list of ‘things to do’ to make Newton a great place to call home,” said Erin Chambers, director planning and zoning.

Some examples of projects that have been started are the rebranding of Newton and the implementation of the Get to Know Newton campaign, joining the Main Street Iowa program and the creation of a dilapidated buildings demolition program.

As part of the process, the city is to revisit the plan every two years to keep the information current and see if the current direction is still the most appropriate way to go.

Silver Sneakers Aerobics Room, 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.

Step Monday, Wednesday 5:15 to 5:50 p.m.

High intensity aerobic workout utilizing the STEP bench choreography is moderate to complex, designed for participants who want to increase their cardiovascular fitness.

Yoga Aerobics Room, Tuesdays and Fridays 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 integration and health.

Newton Church of The Way 2306 S. Third Ave. E. Cardio Pump The Worship Center Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 to 10 a.m.

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

Basic Step Aerobics The Worship Center Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:35 to 9 a.m.

Intermediate Step Aerobics The Worship Center Mondays, 10 to 10:45 a.m.

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U.S. Cellular 250 Autolite Iridum XP 150 Race Weekend Schedule Thursday, July 31 Noon Campgrounds open 5:30 p.m.

Horsepower Hour Live Newton Club Free to Public Friday, Aug. 1 10 a.m.

Parking lots open 10:30 a.m.

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Taking advantage of opportunities on the track and off the track are part of the sport of stock car racing.

Get To Know Newton’s sponsorship and Jesse Little’s competition on the race track became a good match, according to Craig Armstrong, Newton development specialist.

Talks began with Team Little Racing in May and Little’s No. 97 Chevrolet even had the Get To Know Newton logo on its hood when he ran here in May at Iowa Speedway.

Competitors and NASCAR officials are getting to know the skill of Little, a thirdgeneration NASCAR driver, on the NASCAR K&N Pro Series. Little will again have Get To Know Newton blazon across his No. 97 in Friday night’s NASCAR K&N

Pro Series East/West Autolite Iridium XP 150 race.

Little recorded his first career win in the K&N Pro Series July 11 at New Hampshire International Speedway. He is one of 12 young drivers named NASCAR Next for 2014-15. Little is fourth in the K&N East Series points race coming into Iowa.

“I’m really excited to have Get To Know Newton on the car,” Little said. “My dad and Craig stayed in contact over the years and brainstormed on how we could build around the team. In May, the deal started to come together and now, this is a really solid program with Newton. It has already given me great opportunities.”

Little is the son of Chad Little, who was an accomplished race car driver and is now the managing director of K&N See Page 2B

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Jesse Little of Sherrills Ford, N.C., is one of the up-and-coming drivers in NASCAR. He is fourth in the K&N Pro Series East points standings coming into Friday’s race at Iowa Speedway. Little’s No. 97 will have Get To Know Newton as a sponsor for the race.

Newton’s Jenkins earns 4A All-State honors; seven others recognized

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor Eight area high school softball players were recognized for their efforts during the 2014 season with state honors. The Iowa Girls Coaches Association released its 2014 All-State Softball Teams today.

Newton sophomore catcher Sydney Jen-

kins received Class 4A third-team honors.

Fresh off of winning fifth place at the Class 1A state softball tournament in Fort Dodge last week, five Lynnville-Sully players garnered state honors. Junior pitcher Madison Rasmusson and sophomore designated player Kasiah Ehresman were named to the All-Class 1A first team. Junior shortstop Shelby Davis earned second team hon-

Dillon coming in hot to Iowa Speedway

By Ben Schuff Daily News Sports Writer Last week, NASCAR Nationwide Series driver Ty Dillon spoke before an event in Grimes promoting this weekend’s U.S. Cellular 250 about the momentum he felt his team was building.

Dillon, who’s in his first full season on the Nationwide Series after racing trucks the last Dillon two years, had just recorded his first top-five finish of the season three days prior in Chicago on July 19.

“There’s been some times where we come up short, but we’ve got some momentum with our first top five and hopefully we can carry that on to the next couple races,” Dillon said on July 22.

Now, it seems Dillon’s momentum couldn’t be any stronger.

Fresh off his first win last weekend in Indianapolis, the 22-year-old enters Saturday’s race in Newton as one of the series’ hottest drivers. Dillon will be aiming for his third straight top-five finish after failing to do so in the first 17 races of the season.

“I think we’re very capable of doing that (finishing in the top five) every week,” Dillon said. “Hopefully we’ll

get that first win and get that monkey off our back and really go run for this championship. I think we’re very much in it.”

Dillon wasted no time turning his hopes into his first career NNS checkered flag by winning the Lilly Diabetes 250 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday. The driver of the No. 3 Chevrolet led 24 laps, more than he had in the year’s first 16 races combined.

“I’ve always gone to the race track knowing that I could win and knowing I have the best team there is,” Dillon told the Indianapolis Star. “I’ve always had the confidence in my guys and I’ve always had the confidence in myself that I could get it done. I’ve never lost confidence.”

While Dillon’s confidence may have never wavered, he acknowledged during his stop in Iowa last week there was an adjustment period, which stemmed from working with a new crew chief on a new series, he had to get through earlier this season to get to where he is now.

“I think that’s why we didn’t get the finishes that we wanted to to begin with,” Dillon said of that adjustment time. “We’re really starting to come together and learn what we need from each other. We’re starting to become a really strong team.

“I’m excited where our progress is now and we’ll have more opportunities to gain top fives and gain more points.”

ors, senior catcher Becca Vos was named to the third team and senior second baseman Jade Van Rees earned honorable mention.

Colfax-Mingo freshman pitcher Amy Russell was named to the All-Class 2A third team.

Prairie City-Monore’s Abigail Gilson, senior first baseman, earned All-Class 3A first team honors.

Blown tire not letting air out of Gaughan’s hopes in Newton

By Ben Schuff Daily News Sports Writer Brendan Gaughan wants to see his recent history of short-lived success at Iowa Speedway turn into a complete racing effort this weekend.

Gaughan finished 12th in the Get To Know Newton 250 on May 18, but was running in the top five until a tire failure slashed his chances at a top finish.

“We were runGaughan ning third and blew a tire. We ended up going down a lap, having to go back to the lead lap and then 12 was all we could get back to after that,” the 39-year-old driver said. “We were really good here in the spring race, so I’m looking forward to the summer race.”

Gaughan enters Saturday’s U.S. Cellular 250 eighth in the NASCAR Nationwide Series points standings.

Since the series’ last race in Newton, Gaughan has recorded his first career Nationwide victory. The Las Vegas native won a wet and wild race at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wis., on June 21 during which he overcame a broken windshield wiper to win in the rain.

“It definitely felt good to finally cross that finish line and see that checkered flag for you,” the driver of

the No. 62 Chevrolet said. “We did it the hard way. We went from the back, we basically just had to kick everybody’s butt in the rain and we did it. It sucked the way we had to do it because I screwed up so many times, but it was so much fun to prove we could still drive race cars that fast.”

The win was the first in 98 career races for Gaughan, who is currently in his third full season on the Nationwide Series.

Gaughan spent his first two full seasons — 2009 and 2010 — racing for team owner Rusty Wallace, the designer of Iowa Speedway.

Gaughan, who now drives for Richard Childress Racing, mentioned his connection with Wallace during an event in Grimes on July 22 promoting this weekend’s race, as well as his confidence in improving upon his 12th-place finish, which was his best in five races in Newton.

“Our team is way better than we were in the spring race (at Iowa Speedway),” Gaughan said. “Richard Childress and our Chevrolets have put a lot of emphasis on new motor packages, new chassis, new bodies, so we’re coming here even better than we were, and we were really good in that first race.”

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Local talent fills HOIC all-conference teams

By Ben Schuff Daily News Sports Writer Area softball teams were well represented on this year’s Heart of Iowa all-conference teams.

Colfax-Mingo, Collins-Maxwell/ Baxter and Prairie City-Monroe all had several players receive honors from the conference’s coaches for their efforts throughout the season.

PCM, which won the Heart of Iowa with a 16-2 record, tied Greene County with a conference-high five selections to the first or second allconference squads.

Among those was catcher Abigail Gilson, who was one of two unanimous selections to the Heart of Iowa all-conference first team; Saydel’s Liz Miklus was the other unanimous pick. Gilson finished her senior season with a .400 batting average and

posted a league-high 41 RBI. She played an instrumental role in PCM’s first two playoff victories, hitting a home run in both games.

Junior pitcher Racheal Freland and freshman third baseman Jayci Vos were also named to the first team for the Mustangs. Freland finished with a 13-3 record and led the conference in earned run average (1.18) and opponents’ batting average (.116). Vos’ 34 runs scored tied for the most in the league and her 21 stolen bases were the second most in the Heart of Iowa.

Freshman pitcher Kayla Jennings and senior Jennafer Uitermarkt were named to the second team. Jennings completed the season with a 7-5 record in the circle and limited opponents to a .197 batting average, the third lowest mark in the conference.

Uitermarkt batted .364 with 28 hits

for the Mustangs.

Receiving honorable mention honors for PCM were Makenna Van Veen and Katie VandeWall. Van Veen, a junior, batted .289 while VandeWall scored 32 runs, the second highest total in the conference.

Colfax-Mingo’s Amy Russell was selected to the first team as a utility player. Russell did it all for the Tigerhawks, pitching roughly threefourths of her team’s innings and leading her team at the plate.

Russell was near the top of the conference in several offensive categories, including average (.424, second), doubles (16, first), home runs (five, tied for fourth), walks (20, first), on-base percentage (.535, second) and slugging percentage (.761, second). In the circle, the freshman posted a record of 13-9, the second lowest earned run average (1.21) and

second most strikeouts (141).

Colfax-Mingo seniors Jena Teed and Jade Lewis were given honorable mention by the coaches. Teed was fourth on the team with 12 RBI while Lewis played in 30 of the team’s 31 games.

A solid offensive season from Collins-Maxwell/Baxter’s Abbie Haupert landed her on the Heart of Iowa all-conference first team.

Haupert provided a productive bat throughout CMB’s 15-15 season.

The senior batted .374, the sixthhighest mark in the HOIC, and totalled team highs in hits (37) and doubles (nine).

Receiving honorable mention status for CMB were junior Mackenzie Schmitz and freshman Megan Ritter. Schmitz (.317) and Ritter (.304) posted the second and third highest batting averages for the Raiders.

K&N: Little is a third-generation driver in NASCAR Continued from Page 1B the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. Armstrong said he and Little’s dad have been friends for more than 30 years, going back to Chad Little’s racing days on the west coast and Armstrong running Portland Speedway.

“Chad and I began looking at this situation. The City of Newton’s campaign and the rise of Jesse as a thirdgeneration driver with a real shot at being successful in NASCAR was a natural thing,” Armstrong said. “Jesse’s grandfather, Chuck Little was truly one of the best stock car drivers of his era. Jesse is one of the top contenders in Friday’s race.”

The green flag drops on the Autolite Iridium XP 150 at 8 p.m. Friday at the Speedway. The race will air on a tape-delayed format at 10 a.m. on Aug. 8 on Fox Sports 1.

Little, who is 17, claimed his first career win in New Hampshire three weeks ago in his 33rd start in the K&N Pro Series. Little was the 2013 K&N Pro East Sunoco Rookie of the year.

“It was huge not only for myself but for the team as a whole,” Little

said. “We have a family-owned team with just two full-time guys and me in the shop. I’m proud and honored that my guys work as hard as they do.

We’ve been fortunate to have successful runs. Oh, and it was my mom’s birthday.”

Little’s No. 97 car is owned by his uncle, Jason Little. Little’s parents are Chad and Donna Little.

“Dad was big in my ear early and guided me in the right direction. He has taken a step back. He feels I’ve got a good head on my shoulders and understand the actions I need to take and when to take them,” Little said, who has been racing at the K&N Series for 2 1/2 years but began racing at the age of seven.

Since running here in Iowa last August, Little said the biggest thing he has learned is how to finish races.

“I learned about taking a seventh or eighth-place car and turning it into a fifth-place car and how to salvage a good run with the equipment we have. Take what the car gives me each time out,” Little said.

“Winning at New Hampshire was big in several respects. One was to have the win with the (NASCAR Sprint) Cup drivers and owners there

Tuition-for-tickets offer on hold at Iowa IOWA CITY (AP) — Legal concerns have forced the University of Iowa to suspend a promotion offering free tuition to five randomly selected students who purchased football season tickets.

Athletic director Gary Barta says he has decided to temporarily shutter the offer after questions were raised about whether it complies with state raffle laws.

Iowa says the free tuition package is worth roughly $8,000. The award also can be used to cover fees, books and related supplies for the upcoming fall and spring semesters.

The Hawkeyes also were planning prizes such as $500 in school supplies and $1,000 gift cards to a local grocery store chain in an effort to boost lagging student ticket sales.

Iowa has seen those numbers drop from 10,000 to roughly 7,000 in less than two years.

was big. It couldn’t have come at a better time or place to give us opportunities. Also, it opened my eyes to something I believed I knew but never experienced before — it’s about being in the right place at the right time on the track during a race.”

Little, who is from Sherrills Ford, N.C., said being in the shop every day during the summer with his crew has allowed him to understand what goes into the car itself. He said that has helped him tremendously with the driving part.

Friday’s race is Little’s fifth start at Iowa Speedway. He finished 16th for the K&N East here in May’s race.

“I may have a little more experience on this track than a lot of the drivers in the field. After this Iowa race a year ago, we didn’t finish outside of the top 10 in the rest of the races,” Little said.

“We’ve been running well this season and I’m looking for a solid run here Friday. We’re excited to be able to showcase Get To Know Newton on the car in front of a national television audience.”

Little said being a member of the current NASCAR Next team brings a little pressure on young drivers, but affords them a lot of opportunities to

meet new people, potential sponsors and owners. He said he is honored to be counted among this group.

Little said balancing being a teenager and a professional race driver is challenging.

“I wouldn’t want to do anything else. I grew up in racing and it’s what I enjoy. I’m fortunate to have parents who allow me to be a kid at times. I do have a social life,” Little said. “I like learning new things and every time I strap into the car and put on the helmet I’m learning. Not many 17-year-olds I go to school with get to do what I do. I love the sport.

“To be successful in this sport, you have to be mentally and physically fit.

I’ve learned you have to have a good car and be smart with the car you have. Making the right decisions each time on the track and knowing what the car needs on a particular track are important. We’re in heavy traffic going 150 miles per hour, so you have to be focused and calm.”

Little plans to come out with a strong car, be smart and have a solid run Friday at Iowa Speedway. He said he’d love to be in the Pizza Ranch Victory Lane with Get To Know Newton for the Autolite Iridium XP 150.

UNI official calls for UNIDome improvements

Day after 16-inning win, Cubs lose in 10

DES MOINES (AP) — The University of Northern Iowa’s athletic director says the school needs to make improvements to the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls.

Troy Dannen said Wednesday that renovations to the stadium will be part of a broader campaign that is “a couple of years” away.

Although it’s too early to talk about costs, Dannen says renovations to the dome, opened in 1976, would be a “low eight-figure project.”

Dannen says the stadium needs wider concourse areas, premium seating and larger restrooms. He noted there have been few changes to the dome since it opened, though $1.2 million is being spent on a scoreboard upgrade in the stadium and in the neighboring McCloud Center.

The dome’s current seating capacity of 16,300 likely wouldn’t change much.

CHICAGO (AP) — Travis Wood focused on his career-high 11 strikeouts after he wrapped up another winless month.

Wood lasted six innings after a shaky start, and the Chicago Cubs went on to a 6-4 loss to the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night.

“I’ve never had 11 before,” Wood said. “Definitely take something from that and hopefully build off of it.”

Wood also had a career-high 119 pitches, but remains winless in eight starts dating to a 3-0 win at Philadelphia on June 15. He was charged with four runs and eight hits.

“All in all, Travis ended up grinding through that ballgame and giving us a chance,” Cubs manager Rick Renteria said. “Obviously it was good enough for us to come back and tie the game.”

Brandon Barnes hit a tiebreaking RBI single in the 10th for Colorado, which had lost three in a row. Charlie Blackmon had three hits, including a run-scoring double.

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Keeprs Inc....................$1,110.00 Supplies Kelly Printing Supplies....$284.45 Supplies Keltek Incorporated...........$49.00 Service Key Cooperative.........$13,118.07 Fuel Keystone Labs.............$4,663.66 Service KNIA-KRLS.....................$273.72 Service Knoll, Mike.........................$50.00 Reimb LaRue Distributing.............$35.43 Concessions Logan Contractors Supply............ ........................................$247.00 Supplies Madison, Wayne.............$160.50 Supplies Magnum Automotive.......$960.08 Service Mahaska Bottling Co....$1,703.40 Concessions Manatts - D.M...............$3,262.02 Supplies McMaster-Carr................$344.69 Supplies Metro Waste Authority..$7,582.05 Service MG Laundry Corporation...$29.00 Service Mid Iowa Sales..................$70.00 Service Mike's Machine Repair......$87.80 Service Murphy Tractor & Equipment.......................$260.95 Supplies News Printing Company............... .....................................$1,885.36 Publications Newton Correctional Facility......... ..........................................$76.00 Service Nike USA, Inc....................$90.00 Merchandise Noble Ford of Newton Inc............. ........................................$271.64 Service O'Halloran International...$731.83 Supplies Partsmaster.......................$94.94 Supplies Petty Cash - Parks..........$115.85 Postage PMMIC.........................$1,296.00 Insurance Premier Office Equipment............ ........................................$123.45 Service Quill Corporation.............$303.17 Supplies Randy's Lawn Care......$1,906.68 Service Realm..............................$478.92 Supplies Redline Construction Inc .$735.97 Supplies Scott Nikkel Trucking......$960.00 Service Sign Pro............................$25.00 Service Skiff Medical Center........$564.23 Service Spahn & Rose Lumber Co........... ..........................................$41.03 Supplies Spring Valley................$1,330.00 Equipment Springer Professional Home Services................$214.00 Service Star Equipment................$214.85 Supplies Theisen's.........................$264.44 Supplies Titleist..............................$260.56 Merchandise Todd Heaberlin Enterprises.......... ..........................................$96.14 Service Tour edge........................$103.10 Merchandise Tree Pro..........................$937.50 Service True Value Hardware......$598.43 Supplies Two Rivers Cooperative............... ...................................$13,337.88 Fuel U S Postmaster.................$98.00 Postage Ultramax Ammunition...$1,011.00 Supplies United Parcel Service..........$1.13 Service United States Cellular......$469.28 Service UnityPoint ClinicOccupational.....................$37.00 Service USABlueBook.................$212.86 Supplies Valley Environmental........$35.00 Supplies Vidacare Corporation. . .$1,110.88 Supplies Warnick & Reeves Mechanical........................$93.56 Supplies Water Department........$8,347.96 Utility Windstream..................$2,828.11 Utility WTG Midwest Inc.........$6,672.27 Supplies Ziegler Inc........................$290.89 Service Zoll..................................$519.57 Supplies Total:........................$219,497.86 Pre Authorized Payments: Alliant Energy.............$27,413.96 Utility Black Hills Energy...........$403.59 Utility Doll Distributing...............$696.55 Concessions Windstream.....................$488.71 Utility Total:..........................$29,002.81 ACH Payments from Great Southern Bank: Advantage Administrators 7-16-14....$118.00 Insurance IA Department of Revenue...................$1,012.58 Sales Tax Total:............................$1,130.58 Total:........................$499,262.50 July 31

$200.00 Carlson, Duane 834281024 315 E. 12th St. S. $100.00 Krier, Nathan 827377009 427 N. 8th Ave. E. $150.00 Sorenson, Douglas 835401005 502 E. 19th St. S. $150.00 Butler, Mary Ida 835401009 510 E. 19th St. S. $150.00 Carlson, Duane 827378011 603 E. 4th St. N. $112.50 Martin, Lonnie Faye 834230002 817 N. 3rd Ave. E. $100.00 Schmidt, Martha 833126041 1257 N. 4th Ave. W. $100.00 Iseminger, David & Melissa 833126004 1325 N. 4th Ave. W. $100.00 July 31

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lassifieds C Public Notices THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES M. EDLEN, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036516 NOTICE OF APOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JAMES M. EDLEN, Deceased, who died on or about March 13, 2014: You are hereby notified that on the 22 day of July, 2014, the undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate.

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

Dated this 22 day of July, 2014.

Dawn Marie Edlen Administrator of the Estate 710 Benton #5 Boone, IA 50036 Address Mark A. Otto, ICIS PIN No: AT0005939 Attorney for the Administrator OTTO LAW OFFICE PLLC 123 W. 2nd St. N., PO Box 1356 Newton, IA 50208 Address Mark@ottolawyers.com Date of second publication 31st day of July, 2014.

Probate Code Section 230 July 24 & July 31 IN THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT OF JASPER COUNTY Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

Richard P. Schwartz; Debra S. Schwartz f/k/a Debra S. Aldridge; Parties in Possession, et al.

Defendants.

EQUITY NO: EQCV118844 ORIGINAL NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION You are notified that a petition has been filed in the office of this court naming you as a defendant in this action. The petition was filed on March 17, 2014, and prays for foreclosure of Plaintiffs mortgage in favor of the Plaintiff on the property described in this notice and judgment for the unpaid principal amount of $152,642.64, with 4.75% per annum interest thereon from May 1, 2012, together with late charges, advances and the costs of the action including (but not limited to) title costs and reasonable attorney's fees, as well as a request that said sums be declared a lien upon the following described premises from April 12, 2011, located in Jasper county, Iowa: Lots 7 and 8 of Country Meadows Subdivision, being a replat of all of Outlot “A”, Part of Lot “A” (Street), and all of Lot 21, of Indian Creek an Official Plat of the NW 1/4 of Section 18, Township 80 North, Range 21 West of the 5th P.M., Jasper County, Iowa, as shown In Plat Book K, Page 173, in the Office of the Recorder of said County.

EXCEPT Lot Eight (8) of COUNTRY MEADOWS SUBDIVISION, being a replat of all of Outlot “A” (Street) and all of Lot 21 of INDIAN CREEK, an Official Plat of the Northwest Quarter of Section 18, Township 80 North, Range 21 West of the 5th P.M,, Jasper County, Iowa, as shown in Plat Book K, Page 173, in the Office of the Recorder of said County., commonly known as 4732 Flower Street, Colfax, IA 50054 (the “Property”) The petition further prays that the mortgage on the above described real estate be foreclosed, that a special execution issue for the sale of as much of the mortgaged premises as is necessary to satisfy the judgment and for other relief as the Court deems just and equitable. For further details, please review the petition on file in the clerk?s office. The Plaintiffs attorney is Megan Cello, of South and Associates, P.C.; whose address is 6363 College Blvd., Suite 100, Overland Park, KS 66211.

NOTICE THE PLAINTIFF HAS ELECTED FORECLOSURE WITHOUT REDEMPTION. THIS MEANS THAT THE SALE OF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY WILL OCCUR PROMPTLY AFTER ENTRY OF JUDGMENT UNLESS YOU FILE WITH THE COURT A WRITTEN DEMAND TO DELAY THE SALE. IF YOU FILE A WRITTEN DEMAND, THE SALE WILL BE DELAYED UNTIL TWELVE MONTHS (OR SIX MONTHS IF THE PETITION INCLUDES A WAIVER OF DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT) FROM THE ENTRY OF JUDGMENT IF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY IS YOUR RESIDENCE AND IS A ONE-FAMILY OR TWO-FAMILY DWELLING OR UNTIL TWO MONTHS FROM ENTRY OF JUDGMENT IF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY IS NOT YOUR RESIDENCE OR IS YOUR RESIDENCE BUT NOT A ONE-FAMILY OR TWO-FAMILY DWELLING. YOU WILL HAVE NO RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AFTER THE SALE. THE PURCHASER AT THE SALE WILL BE ENTITLED TO IMMEDIATE POSSESSION OF THE MORTGAGED PROPERTY. YOU MAY PURCHASE AT THE SALE. You must serve a motion or answer on or before 20th day of August, 2014, and within a reasonable time thereafter file your motion or answer with the Clerk of Court for Jasper County, at the county courthouse in Newton, Iowa. If you do not, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in a court action because of a disability, immediately call your District ADA Coordinator at 515-286-3394. If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY at 1-800-735-2942.

Jasper County Courthouse 101 N. 1st Street, #104 Newton, IA 50208 IMPORTANT: YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK LEGAL ADVICE AT ONCE TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS. July 17, 24 & 31

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NEWTON, IOWA Notice is hereby given that the Newton City Council approved Schedule 14-6: Assessments for the Expenses of Nuisance Abatement has been filed with the Jasper County Treasurer under the authority of Iowa Code §364.12. The assessments may be paid in full or in part without interest within thirty days, and thereafter all unpaid special assessments bear interest at the rate specified by the council. All properties are located within the City of Newton, Iowa.

Schedule 14-6.

Deed/Contract Holder Parcel Number Address Total Amount Assessed Hedges, Carol 833208006 118 W. 10th St. N. $205.00 Horton, Evelyn 834230019 130 E. 8th St. N. $100.00 Leff, Scott Roth 401K Trust 834230038 200 E. 8th St. N. $100.00 Youngquist, Holly 833254008 224 W. 11th St. S. $200.00 Carlson, Duane 834281024 315 E. 12th St. S. $100.00 Krier, Nathan 827377009 427 N. 8th Ave. E. $150.00 Sorenson, Douglas 835401005 502 E. 19th St. S. $150.00 Butler, Mary Ida 835401009 510 E. 19th St. S. $150.00 Carlson, Duane 827378011 603 E. 4th St. N. $112.50 Martin, Lonnie Faye 834230002 817 N. 3rd Ave. E. $100.00 Schmidt, Martha 833126041 1257 N. 4th Ave. W. $100.00 Iseminger, David & Melissa 833126004 1325 N. 4th Ave. W. $100.00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS CITY OF NEWTON, IOWA PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Sealed bids for the work comprising the improvement as stated below must be filed before 10:00 A.M. on August 12, 2014 in the office of the Public Works Director, 1700 N. 4th Ave. W., Newton, IA. Sealed proposals will be opened and bids tabulated at 10:00 A.M. on August 12, 2014 in the Public Works Office, 1700 N. 4th Ave. W., Newton, IA, for consideration by the Newton City Council at its meeting on August 18, 2014 at the Newton City Council Chambers. The City of Newton reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

Work on the improvement shall commence upon approval of the contract by the Council and issuance of the Notice to Proceed on or after August 19, 2014, and be completed as stated below.

Each bidder shall accompany his or her bid with bid security as security that the successful bidder will enter into a contract for the work bid upon and will furnish thereafter the award of contract a corporate surety bond, in form acceptable to the City, for the faithful performance of the contract, in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the amount of the contract. The bidder's security shall be in the amount fixed in the Instruction to Bidders and shall be in the form of a cashier's check, a certified check, or a bank money order drawn on a FDIC insured bank in Iowa or on a FDIC insured bank chartered under the laws of the United States; or a certified share draft drawn on a credit union in Iowa or chartered under the laws of the United States; or a bid bond on the form provided in the contract documents with corporate surety satisfactory to the City. The bid shall contain no condition except as provided in the specifications.

Copies of the contract documents are available from the Public Works Office, 1700 N. 4th Ave. W., Newton, IA, at no cost.

General Nature of Public Improvement: 2014 Newton City Hall Remodel Project Project consists of removing and replacing carpet, removing wall paper, repainting interior walls and the refinishing of the council chambers dais.

The work shall commence on or after the issuance of the Notice To Proceed, and all work shall be completed on or before October 31, 2014.

Bid documents available at no cost.

This Notice is given by authority of the City of Newton, IA Katrina Davis, City Clerk July 31

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GARAGE SALE Thursday, July 31: 8-4:30 Friday, August 1: 8-Noon Couch, lift chair, men's pants, shirts & sweaters, jewelry armoire, t-shirts, Christmas items & much more misc.

2514 S. 3rd Ave. E. LOST & FOUND

Newton Health Care Center

is looking for caring, energetic and compassionate individuals to become a member of our team. The qualified candidates must provide the best quality care for our residents. Long term care experience is helpful but not required.

RN/LPN 3rd shift Full-Time Please apply in person or online Newton Health Care Center 200 S. 8th Ave E. Newton, IA 50208

LOST - Tan & gray tiger striped cat. Answers to Felix. Went missing on Saturday, July 5th from our home near the corner of East 8th St. & South 5th Ave., Newton. If seen, please call 641-417-9702.

MISSING DOG, black standard poodle, 7 miles south of Prairie City. Reward.

515-238-6887.

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FREE MAGAZINES! Good Housekeeping, Better Homes and Gardens, Ladies Home Journal, Women's Day, Women's World, People, True Story.

Redbook, Family Circle, McCalls, Reminisce, Farm & Ranch, Rifleman, Angels, Guidepost and more.

641-792-7767.

FREE TO a good home: female, spayed, declawed cat. Sweet-natured, would make a great companion for elderly person. 423277-6796.

STARTING AN informal "Over 60+ group" for single, widowed or divorced, men and woman in Newton or surrounding areas. Casual lunches, dinners out or cookouts and other events that may we may be interested in. Each person pays their own way. I have had a wonderful response from last weeks ad and I'm still working on where we can meet. Also, men please don't be shy we want a diverse group. If interested call or text 641781-1398.

TOPPER FOR 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport. 641792-1469.

WANT TO Buy farm toys, pedal tractors and old toy trucks. 521-4715.

LEAKY ROOF, Missing Shingles???

Flat roof repair & coating.

Chimney repair & removal.

Soffit & fascia repair & cover.

General Repairs

INSULATION

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Attic fans & ventilation Leaf Proof Gutter Covers,

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EMPLOYMENT

DOMINO'S PIZZA is now hiring delivery drivers!

Average $8-12/hr.

HIRING FULL TIME Drivers to haul the US Mail out of Des Moines, IA with a $500 SIGN ON BONUS! Pay is $19.24/hr plus $4.98 HWP. Yearly average is $52,000-$58,000 plus benefits. Excellent Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, life insurance, 401K, paid vacation, paid personal days, and paid holidays.

If interested,please apply online at www.alanritchey.com EOE M/W/Vet/Disability WANTED

A TURTLE for a pet. Land turtle or just a turtle. 641521-8500.

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

641-4856591.

WANTED: FREE Sour Cherries, will pick. 641792-8161.

WANTED: TO join or start a writers' group in Newton– fiction, non-fiction, poetry.

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EMPLOYMENT

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COLFAX-MINGO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Position Available

Colfax-Mingo Community Schools has a vacancy for a Director of Buildings and Grounds. The Director shall be responsible for providing students and staff with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, efficient place in which to teach and learn. The Director shall be responsible for those employees charged with maintaining and cleaning each of the attendance centers. Essential skills required include Leadership Skills, Human Resource Management, Business and Finance, Communications, Supervision, Planning and Inspection.

Please contact Marty Lucas, Superintendent, at (515) 674-3646 or at the email address listed below for a full job description including a list of qualifications for the position. The compensation package for this position will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s skills and experience.

Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest, resume, three letters of recommendation and copies of any certifications or licenses held by August 8, 2014 to:

Marty Lucas, Superintendent Colfax-Mingo Community Schools 204 N. League Rd. 50054 mlucas@mail.colfax-mingo.k12.ia.us EOE/AA

The Vernon Company, a leader in the promotional products industry, is currently looking for motivated, professional individuals to join our Newton office Wearables Dept. staff. Positions require excellent verbal/written communication skills, and Microsoft Office experience.

Wearables Entry/Auditor (FULL-time) – Serves as first point of contact for orders submitted by Account Executives. Enters and audits wearable order information with accuracy and in high volumes. Calculates Account Executives commissions. Salary range is $12.22 – $14.34/hr., depending upon qualifications.

Wearables Multi-Supplier Coordinator (PART-time) – The ideal candidate will be interested in working part-time, 20-29 hrs per week with minimum of 4 hours daily (M-F). This position will coordinate orders that involve multiple wearable suppliers, including matching invoices with suppliers , calculating commissions, etc.

Salary range is $12.22 - $14.34 per hour, depending on qualifications.

The Vernon Company is a family owned company which offers an excellent benefit package. Normal full-time work hours are 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday.

A high school diploma, or equivalent, is required.

For consideration, submit your resume and cover by mail, fax or e-mail.

Deadline is Tuesday, August 5, 2014.

The Vernon Company Attn: Human Resources One Promotion Place Newton, IA 50208 Fax: 641.792.2838 E-mail: hr@vernoncompany.com Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The United Way of Jasper County is seeking a full time Executive Director. Specific responsibilities include: program development, coordination, and management; budget and fiscal management; strategic planning; conduct fundraising and donor relationship building initiatives; coordinate the grant funding process for community programs; participation and leadership in community building initiatives; volunteer coordination; public relations, marketing; and carrying out board policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, management, communications, public relation skills, and technological (computer, website, social media) experience.

They should also be highly motivated, energetic, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and be a team player. Minimum 3-5 years experience in fundraising, project management, non-profit management or a position of similar responsibility and complexity.

College degree preferred. Competitive salary based on experience. Job description is available at www.unitedwayofjaspercounty.org.

Email cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to: unitedwayjc@gmail.com Application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on 8/15/14. Interviews are planned for the week of 8/18/14.

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GOLF BALLS .10 each with scuffs. All other balls with no scuffs $2 up to $10 dozen. 641-792-7058.

WORKSHOP CUPBOARD unit, 2 base, 2 top cupboards, work surface with high intensity light. $45. 2 single cupboard units. $6 each. 641-275-5411.

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

1 & 2 bdrm units in Newton & Monroe!

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HAY FOR sale $65 for a round bale. Can deliver for extra charge. Call Robert at 515-991-5902.

HIGH BACK recliner chair. $150. Nice recliner. Fabric with pattern. Mostly tannish golden. No pets. No smokers. 641-792-7940 or 641521-6536.

JEWELRY CASE $95.

Very nice. All wood.

22X16x44. No smokers.

641-792-7940 or 641-5216536.

NEW HOME sewing machine with case. Has instruction manual. $55.00 Straight stitch, Zig Zag, Button Hole, Stretch, Blind Hem. 641-792-5506.

ONE MONGOOSE bike and one Schwinn bike. $25 each. 641-521-2450.

4.5 FT Lighthouse lamp. $45. 20' extension ladder. $60 OBO. 641-275-5410.

48” ROUND Oak Table with black pedestal top and 24” leaf oak finish. No scratches, refinished in 2012. Excellent condition. $100. 641-521-8807.

AIR RIFLE new $150. Selling for $75. 641-521-8277.

ARTIFICIAL TREES $75.

2 trees, different ones available. About 6-7 feet tall. Very nice. No smokers. 641-792-7940 or 641521-6536.

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, 6 weeks old $50. Three mules. 641-821-0012.

SNOW WAY V Plow- one ton truck mounting, new cutting blade. $3,000. 641792-4332 TABLE LAMPS (Brass) $75. 2 solid brass table lamps. 641-792-7940 or 641-521-6536.

USED BURGUNGY carpet. $295. Nice, expensive, and still useful burgundy Frieze carpet. No pets and no smokers. About 19 x 22. 792-7940 or 641-5216536.

WASHER & Dryer, white $200 for both. 641-5210874.

WHIRLPOOL WASHER and crossley dryer. $125 works great. 100 gallon fish tank w/ rock shrub, w/wooden stand and pumps. $125. Wood chipper $700 OBO. Solid oak TV stand. $50. 641-5213656.

WINE COOLEZ. Holds over 20 bottles. $75. 641521-9986.

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

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

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

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

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2005 BUICK Park Avenue, Special Edition, 4 Dr, Silver, front wheel drive, sun roof, heated seats, dual power seats & lumbar with memory, garage door transmitter, leather interior with wood trim, dual climate control, power locks/mirrors, great condition, $5900 641-792-7126.

2010 CRUISER 5th WHEEL CAMPER, CF30ES, 32', VERY CLEAN, $19,900 OBO, 641-791-7217

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AMERICAN Cruiser Class B Van, RE2000, 5.9 L. 360/gas engine, one owner, sleeps 2, air conditioner, furnace, 4 KW Onan Generator less than 30 hours, less than 44,000 miles, dual awnings, back door entry, always garaged when not in use, fully self contained. Asking $24,900 --- Well maintained and ready to go. Due to health conditions we are no longer able to camp. With regrets we are closing an important chapter in our lives. Call 1-641-521-7998 to be seen or for more information.

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

2011 Sprinter 276 RLS camper. Excellent condition, super clean, sleeps 6, Enclosed underbelly, power awning, jacks and hitchjack, Large slideout, upgrades. 792-7863 or 5210935

2013 Forest River 21ss Hybrid travel trailer. Sleeps 8, electric slide-out, light weight for easy towing, $18,500 ($1,000 below retail) Serious buyers only.

641-521-8518.

USEFUL ITEMS sell fast when you place a low-cost, resultgetting Classified Ad.

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

1995 SHO: Parts car with lots of good parts. Bad engine and automatic transmission. Good Body, glass, wheels, and more. Asking $3995 for both cars. 641791-2220.

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HIGH BACK booster seat.

Good condition. $10. Small portable gas grill that uses small propane cylinders. $5 641-791-7623.

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10 CU ft. dump cart – garden. Never used. 641-8401037 14 FT ALUMINUM Fishing boat and trailer, Johnson 6 HP gas motor, bow mount foot controlled trolling motor, hand controlled trolling motor, depth and fish finder, swivel seats, hand crank bow mount anchor. $1,500.

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Mercury, road manager and minister of communication, leaves the domestic realm of Cancer for the splashier realm of Leo. External validation feels wonderful, but it’s a slippery slope. If you’re always going for the applause, you’ll lose your moral center and become a slave to public opinion.

So take your bow, but keep things in perspective, too.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (July 31). Pursue impossibilities this year because you have no idea what is really possible. The one who enters your life in August does so with unforgettable style. You both will be transformed by the connection. In September, risk will be good fortune’s accomplice, so do not back off. Your curiosity ignites a new passion in October.

Cancer and Taurus people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 2, 14, 3 and 11.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22).

Temptations abound, but you know a trap when you see one. Maybe you’ll get away with the prize, but is it worth the risk? As a fellow Leo suggested, “Better

shun the bait than struggle in the snare.” — John Dryden

tience for it now, as there’s some pressure to get to the business at hand.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22). Relationships spark to the subtlest changes. Add or subtract one element, and everything will be different. For instance, your experience may be transformed by adding music.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). When you’re putting yourself out there, criticism comes with the territory.

You welcome it. In fact, you may even ask for it.

You want your work to be the best, and that means processing some feedback.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). It takes maturity to separate yourself from your problem, and you have a mature view, as you attempt to walk around it, rise above it and observe it from as many angles as possible.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). As a rule, you prefer not to be the most interesting person in the room.

You’d rather be where there are so many interesting people that you don’t even know whom to talk to first. That’s the kind of room you’ll encounter today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ll be hyper-aware of the “time is money” theme of the day.

Small talk may build rapport, but you have little pa-

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You woke up with a certain person on your mind, and this person is outside of your circle of daily interactions. Take it as the sign it is, and reach out to that person. You two are due for some communication.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Sometimes the feeling that you know something is preferable to the actual knowledge. Understandable. You have bravely, repeatedly stepped into the unknown, and now you’re ready for comfort and reprieve.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). It will be as though the world is providing a pause to help you grace-

fully transition to a new idea. Accept the lull — it’s a gift. Don’t be too quick to move the action along.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). New problems keep you sharp. Of course, you prefer to think of them as “situations” that are all well within your capability even though that’s yet to be proved. Because your attitude is so positive, you’ll prevail.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Sometimes you get lucky and stumble upon a free ride, but generally speaking, you have to buy the ticket first. The opportunity to invest in your “ticket” will come along this afternoon, and that window will close tonight.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). There’s power in stillness because stillness is potential. Also, people project their inner desires onto a still surface. Your inner stillness enables you to reflect the hopes and wishes of others back to them.

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