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Jason W. Brooks/Daily News The Shoe Dept. will likely be among one of the busy spots Friday and Saturday, as those will be Iowa’s 2015 tax-exempt days for certain products.

Shoes, most clothing will be among tax-exempt items

By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News If you want to pick up a new pair of shoes Friday or Saturday in Iowa, you won’t have to pay state and local-option sales tax — unless, of course, the shoes have cleats or spikes.

Shoes with cleats or spikes aren’t on the Iowa Department of Revenue’s exemption list for this weekend’s tax holiday, but most other footwear will be tax-free, if it is priced at less than $100. That’s one of dozens of examples of the complex distinctions made on lists of exempt and non-exempt items on

the department’s list.

Barrettes, bobby pins and belt buckles are all taxable this weekend; bow ties, however, are exempt.

Wallets and billfolds aren’t exempt, but swimsuits are tax-free.

There are many other examples of distinctions, with the basic premise being how essential and everyday-use the product happens to be. Baseball gloves — the kind for fielding and the kinds for hitting or sliding — won’t be tax-free, but you wouldn’t have to pay state tax if you buy gloves worn for other purposes, such as fashion or gardening.

Corsets, corset laces and adult diapers are tax-exempt; protective masks, skin-diving suits, fishing boots and ice and roller skates are not.

The sale takes place during a period beginning at 12:01 a.m. on the first Friday in August and ending at midnight of the following Saturday.

A manufacturer’s coupon does not reduce the sales price of an item.

Therefore, a manufacturer’s coupon cannot be used to reduce the selling price of an item to less than $100 in order to qualify for the exemption.

Store coupons and dis-

counts reduce the sales price of an item. A store coupon or discount can be used to reduce the sales price of an item to less than $100 in order to qualify for the exemption.

Iowa is one of about 17 states that has a tax holiday.

The department’s complete list of exempt and non-exempt items can be found here: http://bit. ly/1N8vcUS A further explanation of Iowa tax-holiday regulations can be found here: http://bit.ly/1IpBLlR Contact Jason W. Brooks at 641-792-3121 ext. 6532 or jbrooks@newtondailynews.com

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — A 22-year-old Colorado Springs woman was found guilty Tuesday in the stabbing death of 61-year-old Grant Frazier, whose body was found last year at a Newton apartment complex.

Bionca Rogers was convicted by a jury of all counts against her, includRogers ing first-degree murder, tampering with evidence and murder after deliberation. The sentencing hearing began immediately after the verdict was read, and Rogers received life Frazier in prison without possibility of parole.

Frazier was killed Feb. 16, 2014, in Colorado Springs and his body was found nine days later in the trunk of his white Mitsubishi Galant in the parking lot of Courtyard Apartments on North 11th Avenue East in Newton.

In testimony last week, Rogers told the courtroom that she drove to her hometown to give her family custody of her 4-year-old daughter DeVariana, who was sleeping in the backseat of the car while she ROGERS | 3A

Land purchased for new machine shed in Reasnor

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News An area that previously housed a softball field in Reasnor was purchased Tuesday by the county to be used for a machine shed.

The Jasper County Board

of Supervisors approved the $31,000 purchase for 1.6 acres of land to be used for the project.

“This is where we are looking to put up a new shed to combine Monroe and Galesberg,” assistant to the county engineer Pam Olson said.

Jamee A. Pierson/Daily News At the request of Pam Olson of the Jasper County Engineer’s Office, 1.6 acres of land was purchased in Reasnor by the Jasper County Board of Supervisors to be used for a new machine shed Tuesday.

Olson also requested a public hearing be set for Ordinance 62 which establishes Jasper County’s policy for the construction of roads and bridges, reconstruction of roads and bridges and other roadway and drainages features associated with road and bridge construction.

“We have an ordinance in place, so basically this is taking our policies of our minimum roadway widths and our minimum bridge widths and puts it into an ordinance,” Olson said.

With the implementation, this policy will set the minimum design standards that Jasper County will follow in construction or reconstruction roads and bridges. These criteria will be based on accepted engineering practices and standards established by the Iowa DOT and Federal Highway Administration.

Dates for the public hearings are set at 9:30 a.m. for Aug. 18, Aug. 24 and Sept.

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Final D&D purchase makes room for redevelopment

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News In an effort to complete a footprint for a redevelopment project, the city purchased the property at 415 N. Fourth Ave. E. at Monday’s city council meeting.

The property is the last of seven properties the city has purchased and has demol-

ished or is planning to demolish in order for new construction to take place.

“Our building professional Melvin Duncan has worked with Jack Topp of OPN Architects to come up with a design concept for this redevelopment area.

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In Brief Congregational UCC to host race discussion Aug. 19 Newton Congregational United Church of Christ will host “Beyond Selma: Conversations on Race” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 19 at the church, 308 E. Second St. N. Nine local congregations sponsored a showing of the film “Selma” at Capitol II Theatre in June and organizers would like to continue the conversation and brainstorm ways citizens might move forward in efforts to dismantle racism in Jasper County.

The conversation is open to both those who attended the movie showing and those who didn’t.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Newton churches to host Armor of God VBS Sunday

Submitted Photo Comedian, songwriter and singer Tim Hawkins is performing to a sold out show Aug. 21 at Community Heights Church.

Show featuring singer Tim Hawkins sold out

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News Comedian, songwriter and singer Tim Hawkins is set to perform at a sold out show Aug. 21 at Community Heights Church.

The YouTube sensation has had more than 300 million online video views, more than 100 sold-out concerts each year and a half million Facebook fans, affectionately known as Tim’s Jackwagon Crew.

“It’s not like I have a choice, comedy is my only life skill,” Hawkins said.

His approach to comedy is described as one part gifted and two parts twisted. The Christian performer works to bring to light the brokenness of human nature while marveling in its hilarity. A few of his best known parodies include popular songs

such as Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus Take The Wheel,” Kansas’s “Dust in the Wind” and “The Candy Man.” “If you can’t laugh at yourself, laugh at other people,” Hawkins said.

Subjects such as the perils of marriage, parenting and homes school are touched upon through jokes and parody song writing that have left the crowds of all ages wanting more.

Hawkins released his debut CD Tuna Fish Sandwich in 2002. Since then, he has put out four additional CDs and six DVDs with “Full Range of Motion” in 2006, “I’m No Rockstar” in 2008, Insanitized in 2010, “Rock Show Comedy Tour with Bob Smiley and John Branyan” in 2011 both as a CD and DVD and his most recent DVD “That’s the Worst” in 2014.

Hawkins also recently pub-

lished his first book, “Diary of a Jackwagon,” sharing his perspective on life in the 21st century.

Topics in the book reflect those in his stand-up comedy including marital communications with “Marriage needs a challenge flag,” like in pro football, worship music titled “Pick the right key, because I’m not Barry White and I’m not a Bee Gee” and food with “Eating a Krispy Kreme donut is like eating a baby angel.”

Prior to his comedy days, Hawkins played baseball as an outfielder for the University of Missouri where he earned multiple honors including First Team All Big 8 and First Team All Big 8 Tournament. He and his wife live in Missouri with their four children.

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

Hispanics energized by Argentinian pope’s first visit to US NEW YORK (AP) — Vianel Garcia told family members they could sleep on the floor of her East Harlem hair salon when Pope Francis visits the city in September so they can try to catch a glimpse of him when he makes a stop at a school across from her business.

“My clients also want to come, but we don’t have enough space,” said the 35-year-old Dominican stylist who said she will hang a big sign on the front door welcoming the pope on Sept. 25.

Enthusiasm is growing among Hispanic Catholics in New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. over Argentine-born Pope Francis first U.S. visit. Many are inquiring about tickets to see him during his stops in the

three cities, with many planning to attend the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia, where the pope with speak.

Some are organizing workshops at their churches about the pope’s teachings and how they apply to immigrants.

“There is this simplicity he has to tell people things like they really are,” said Alma Reyes, a 53-year-old Mexican immigrant who cleans homes and is planning to travel from New York to Philadelphia to hear the pope speak. “He speaks from the heart.

He is spontaneous.”

In her Queens church, Saint Leo, Reyes is helping organize a workshop to talk about the pope’s teachings. The talks will be based on Pope Francis’

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“Many here are undocumented, and this encyclical letter talks about all that. The racism, the difficulties ... these are issues that affect the Hispanic community,” Reyes said.

Pope Francis’ charisma and messages resonate among Latin American immigrants.

The Pope has often condemned the indifference over illegal immigration and has asked governments to be more involved in helping immigrants.

According to census data, 55 million Hispanics live in the U.S., making it the nation’s largest minority group.

The number of immigrants living illegally in the country is about 11 million people, about 78 percent of them His-

panic, according to the Pew Research Institute.

Pope Francis is due to arrive in Washington on Sept. 22 and then travel to New York on Sept. 24 and Philadelphia on Sept. 26. He will visit children at Our Lady Queen of Angels, a Catholic school in the Latino neighborhood of East Harlem. Later, he will meet in the school’s gymnasium with immigrants and refugees who have been assisted

by Catholics Charities, said the Archdiocese of New York. “(The Pope) is the son of an immigrant. He understands the problems of immigrants, and knowing that they are waiting now for immigration reform,” said Argentinian priest Carlos Mullins, who has lived in New York for about 40 years.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Newton 7th Day Adventist Church and The Foursquare Gospel Church will host the five-day evening Armor of God Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday through Aug. 13. The program is open to children entering pre-kindergarten through sixth grade.

The event will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. 1409 S. Eighth Ave. E. “The Armor of God” is based on Ephesians 6:10-17. Children will learn what it means to “put on the armor of God” as they experience the theme through learning, crafts, music, play and food.

For questions or interest in registration, call the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at 641-792-1683.

Haven Vineyard to host school supply giveaway Haven Vineyard Church will host a a school supply giveaway starting at 10 a.m. Saturday at the church, 207 First Ave. E. in Newton.

For more information, contact 641-521-3350.

Immanuel Baptist to host AWANA summer program Immanuel Baptist Church will host a special AWANA Summer Adventure called “Camp AWANA” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 10-13 at the church, 1300 N. Fourth Ave. E. in Newton.

There will be the normal AWANA elements which include singing, games, a Bible lesson and a Bible verse and of course a snack each day.

On Thursday night, parents are encouraged to join their clubbers for a special time, to encourage them as well.

The camp is for young people going into kindergarten through sixth grade.

For more information, contact the church at 641792-4470.

St. Stephen’s to host Just Faith series this fall St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a series of “Just Faith: A program that will change the way you look at The World” programs Wednesday evenings in the fall at the church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

The program is for individuals looking to encounter their faith in a way that touches, changes and encourages to live as a Christian in today’s world.

The 24-week process focuses on engagement in the life of Jesus and our call to love and serve others.

Through the exploration of Christian social principles, and in community with fellow participants, participants will share a spiritual journey of faith and compassion that is life-giving. Justice issues to be explored include human trafficking, racism, world hunger, global poverty, environmental concerns, and more.

If interested in attending Just Faith, contact St. Stephen’s Rev. Karen Crawford at vosskar@aol.com or 641-792-6971.

The Way to host family fun night at Maytag Pool Newton Church of the Way is hosting a Family Fun Pool Party from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. Aug. 14 at Maytag Pool. Invite your family, neighbors and friends. Bring the whole family for an evening of swimming and fun.

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www.newtondailynews.com | Wednesday | Aug. 5, 2015 | 3A Local & State News Redevelopment Newton Geocaching at Lake Red Rock Opera Guild to meet Sunday Continued from Page 1A

Newton Daily News The Newton Chapter of the Des Moines Metro Opera Guild is meeting at 4 p.m. Sunday for its Opera Overtures party at the home of Carl and Barbara Zacheis, 1392 W. 28th St. N. Members and persons interested in the DMMO with its “easy access to amazing entertainment” for central Iowa or the guild activities are invited to attend.

“The Des Moines Metro Opera is a nationally recognized progressive opera company that has taken its place among America’s leading opera festivals.” In addition to the three summer season performances at its theatre on the Simpson College campus in Indianola, it now also offers two “Second Stage” shows Des Moines.

Additionally, it sponsors a highly selective Apprentice Artist training program for aspiring singers who are between academic study and professional careers, and the Opera Iowa Educational Touring Troupe that brings high quality musical performance to more than 26,000 school children and adults on an annual basis, in communities that include Newton.

Submitted Photo Geocaching 101 — Playscape will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at Lake Red Rock.

You’re never too old for hide-and-seek: have some fun and give geocaching a try.

This sport uses the technology of Global Positioning System to hunt for caches hidden in an area. Bring your own GPS unit or borrow one from us. Learn some of the basics, then try it on your own anywhere you travel. Program is free of charge, and reservations are not needed. For more information, please contact the corps office at 641-828-7522 or 641-628-8690.

Iowa KidsNet to hold session for prospective foster parents in Newton Newton Daily News Iowa KidsNet, the statewide organization that recruits, trains, licenses and supports Iowa’s foster and adoptive families, will hold an information session in Newton from 6 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 19 for individuals interested in becoming foster or adoptive parents.

Foster care is the temporary placement of children with families outside of their own home due to abuse, neglect or other family crisis situations. The goal is for loving families to provide children with a safe and

nurturing environment until they can be reunified with their birth families or find permanency through other means, such as adoption. Iowa has a high need for more families to foster teens, sibling groups and children with special needs or behaviors.

This information session gives families a basic overview of the process involved in foster care and adoption and an understanding of the characteristics of children in the child welfare system.

There is no obligation to continue in the process by attending.

Iowa KidsNet en-

courages all Iowa residents who can provide a stable home for a child to inquire, including single adults, married and unmarried couples, homeowners and renters. Foster families come from all sexual orientations and racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds.

Iowa has a high need for more African American, Latino and Native American families who can maintain and increase a youth’s connections to their cultural background.

To inquire online and see future session dates, visit www.iowakidsnet. com.

Vacation Bible School begins Sunday at Holy Trinity Lutheran An ecumenical Vacation Bible School is again being offered to children of the community at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1409 S. Eighth Ave. E. Children, preschool through sixth grade, are welcome to participate in the five-day evening event which begins Sunday evening.

Rogers

Continued from Page 1A killed Frazier and hid his body. She said she stabbed Frazier because he was trying to rape her.

The Newton Police Department issued a press release the day Frazier’s body was discovered. The Courtyard Apartments manager told police the car had been in the parking lot for five days — or what turned out to be four days after

Three Newton congregations sponsoring the school are: Newton Seventh Day Adventist Church, Newton Four Square Church and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. This is the second year the three congregations have worked together to offer an ecumenical school. Last year, chil-

Frazier had been killed in Colorado.

The Iowa State Medical Examiner’s Office later determined Frazier’s cause of death to be blunt force trauma and multiple stab wounds.

According to Colorado court documents, two days after Frazier disappeared, Rogers was alleged to have been in Newton, with Frazier’s cell phone.

A woman who identified herself as Frazier’s daughter reached out to

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dren learned about Jesus through “Gangway to Galilee!”

Theme of this year’s VBS is “The Armor of God,” based on Ephesians 6:10-17.

Questions and registration may be directed to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at 641-7921683.

the Newton Daily News shortly before his body was discovered, asking for assistance in finding him. The Newton Daily News was attempting to confirm her information when the discovery of his body was announced.

Rogers turned herself into authorities in Cedar Rapids the day after Frazier’s body was discovered by Newton Police. Prosecutors in Colorado charged her with first-degree murder,

which can be a capital offense in that state, and after Rogers tried to fight extradition, she was eventually brought to Colorado Springs to stand trial.

Rogers has an extensive criminal background over a relatively short time frame in Johnson County, where Iowa City is located, and neighboring Linn County.

The Colorado Springs Gazette’s coverage of the case can be found here: http://bit.ly/1JKLUul

move forward successfully, which we have had some conversations with a potential developer on, this is the last piece that we would need,” said Erin Chambers, director of planning and zoning.

At a purchase price of $67,500, the property owned by Kenneth Kirk is one of the more expensive the city has purchased through the D&D program. Outwardly, Chambers said, it does not look like a typical D&D house with modern siding. Internally, though, it was not up to date and in the past six months alone, a dozen calls for service have been recorded by the Newton Police Department to the rental property, she said.

For more than a year, the city has analyzed the area as a part of the process of setting a strategy for neighborhood improvements through demolition. An anticipated total price of all seven properties was estimated at $352,770. Even with the large purchase price of the final property, the city spent only $195,400 for the properties.

“To date we have only had a couple of properties that have gone over assessed value,” Chambers said. “We have been very successful with our acquisitions.”

The concept plan for the property includes two duplexes, with each unit having an attached twocar garage as well as a four-plex, with each unit having an attached one-car garage. An anticipated sell price of $150,000 to $180,000 is expected for each unit. Also, a detached garage building, with five bays could be available for residents.

A green space for on-site snow storage and storm-water detention would be provided adjacent to the detached garage and the streetscape treatment along North Fourth Avenue East would be continued along the sides of the development. In addition, the city-owned property across the street to the west has been conceptualized as a pocket park.

Several council members asked about the reality of this project being completed and if Newton needs more housing in addition to the housing projects currently in play.

“We have a lot of things going on and that is great, but from a citizen perspective they want to know how we are going to do all this, where are the people are coming from,” Council Member Lin Chapé said.

Duncan said they have already talked with a local developer who has no problem with funding and is very excited about the project. Upon completion of demolition of the properties and additional work to be done to the lots, he hopes to have a late February start to construction.

“The developer is sold for the most part. Our conversations have been very positive and very easy. I don’t think it will be a difficult sell to get this developer,” Chambers said.

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

Supervisors Continued from Page 1A In other business: • The board approved the purchase of an excavator for $176,381 from Murphy Tractor and Equipment Company along with the full extended warranty to last for 60 months for $10,024.

Additionally, a coupler for $10,425 and compactor for $13,950 were approved to be used with the new excavator.

• A county wide auction for items no longer in use was discussed with a potential date for the sale this fall.

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

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Opinion

Babbling Brooks

Candidates at least get people talking

By Jason. W. Brooks Staff Writer

www.newtondailynews.com | Wednesday | Aug. 5, 2015

Most of us form opinions of government leaders or candidates for office based on very little information. There simply does not seem to be enough hours in the day to research all the things we probably ought to know about the folks who are, or would like to, be in charge of how our tax dollars are spent.

That’s why I’m grateful for the opportunity to cover at least a few of the appearances by presidential candidates. There are many aspects of these assignments that are tough to stomach, but most are predictable and familiar. The best part is how this process stirs about conversations about important national and/or local issues.

Sure, there are plenty of tactics and policies for us all to agree or disagree on, and one can even debate the importance of elections and politicking, as many of us are convinced the real decisions are made behind the scenes. But the types of discussions and topics that come out into the open

are important statements about what’s going on in the world today.

When Martin O’Malley came out to Iowa in 1983 and 1984 to help with Gary Hart’s eventually-unsuccessful presidential campaign, same-sex marriage was hardly a topic of discussion.

Times change quickly — even quicker, it seems, in the age of electronic information. Even if candidates turn out to have an unpopular or uninformed position on an issue, the issues are part of the story of our times and indicative of what we’re thinking about as a society.

Ultimately, it seems, candidate positions on moral issues might make a difference to some people, especially on very polarizing questions, during campaigns, but whether a candidate can lead seems to be more important to voters. Along the way, some key discussions come up about topics that might turn out to be important conversations at the time, or what will end up being key sub-

jects later.

Several presidential candidates have already made stops in Jasper County, and there are many campaign events ahead leading up to the Feb. 1 Iowa Caucus and the November 2016 general election.

I try not to think about the grind, the exhaustion and rehashed topics the next year and a half will hold — I try to focus on the groundbreaking dialogue that an election year tends to bring.

A year and a half ago, police interaction and racial profiling were certainly big topics, as was gun control, but high-profile events have certainly shaped that conversation differently. The day that former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee came to Newton for a recent town hall meeting, four Marines and one Navy sailor had been shot at a Tennessee recruiting center about 24 hours earlier, so Huckabee referenced a similar 2009 Jonesboro, Ark. incident that took the life of an Army private.

These heavy subjects might

help shape the campaigns, or might be just footnotes to bigger issues. However, everyone who went to Pizza Ranch to hear and see Huckabee that day will probably remember at least some of what he talked about.

Huckabee also talked about the Middle East at length, having traveled to that part of the world extensively.

O’Malley, the former Maryland governor, said the topics and views he hears and sees aren’t the same from all age groups.

“You won’t find many people under 40 denying climate change,” O’Malley said at a July appearance in Newton. “You won’t find many who bash immigrants and you won’t find many young people — Democrats, Republicans or independents — who want to discriminate against gay couples. Our country is moving toward more connectedness.”

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

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The age of the demagogue

Letters to the Editor

Where is the outrage?

Norman Rozendaal Monroe How far have we gone? Where is the outrage?

Alarmists in our country are in an uproar over the actions of a trophy seeking dentist from Minnesota who bow shot a prize lion on an African safari. The lion, one of God’s creatures, was a tourist attraction in a national park in Rhodesia. He was lured from the protected park area by greedy hunting guides for the expressed purpose of collecting $50,000 paid to them for bagging his prize trophy. Now all the bleeding heart, tree hugger environmentalists are crying foul at their interpreted offense of a rich big game hunter who liked to hang trophies on his wall. The dentist involved in this incident has resorted to hiding from the radical extremists calling for his extradition back to Rhodesia to

stand trial for killing the lion, the national treasure that was their golden goose for tourist trade.

Isn’t it interesting that those same alarmists are screaming bloody murder for the loss of one lion while ignoring the slaughter of all our aborted human babies in America? This gives evidence the ailing and dying cultural condition of our beloved country today.

How can we compare an animal with no soul in primitive Africa being harvested for sport and trophy collecting equal or greater than that of the annihilation of the unborn humans in our own highly civilized country?

As a result of a split 5-4 court opinion, not law (laws have to be voted on by congress) we have finished off the life of millions of our fellow Americans before they have had a chance to breathe.

This being done for the selfish purpose of convenience with care-

less disregard for the God given law of nature, human life.

Where is the outrage over the killing of 55 million human souls in the womb since January of 1972? Why are we not more irate over the sale of defenseless baby body parts being marketed to the highest bidder by Planned Parenthood? This organization being subsidized with millions upon millions of our taxpayer dollars (more than one half billion each and every year)? We are being lied to by the greedy baby life-ending organization seeking to make huge amounts of money. This being done while falsely claiming to represent woman’s health and be a nonprofit. They handed $84,000 in campaign contributions to a liberal female presidential candidate as payment for her support of Planned Parenthood’s barbaric actions.

Wake up America and stop the senseless killing of our future generations.

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Last week, President Obama visited the set of Jon Stewart’s “The Daily Show” for the third, a n d p r e suma b l y final, time.

Obama has set records for the m o s t l a t e - By Ben Shapiro night talk show appearances. He’s also appeared alongside YouTube star GloZell Green, in the online series “Between Two Ferns,” and Miami radio host DJ Laz, aka “The Pimp with the Limp.” Obama has treated the White House like his own personal concert venue, complete with selfie-stick video. After all, as they say, you only live once.

Meanwhile, the same week as Obama’s final French-kissing session with palace guard Stewart, Obama vowed to push through his support-free nuclear deal with Iran, utilize the power of the executive to curb carbon emissions from power plants and craft more executive action on immigration.

Buffoonish. Powerful. The two descriptors used to oppose one another in the minds of the American electorate.

Now they go together like Oval Office and oral sex.

The modern media age has transformed our presidents into celebrities. When Abraham Lincoln resided at the White House, visitors could literally knock on the door and ask to see him. One European, shocked at such laxity, wrote, “one goes right in as if entering a cafe.” Lincoln himself had to walk through crowds of people to get to and from his office.

The presidency was the highest civil service office — emphasis on the service.

Today, we expect

our presidents to treat themselves like royalty. Americans may decry the expense of the British monarchy, but the Kingdom of Obama costs far more.

The president’s family has access to the White House movie theater, with a 24-hour-per-day projectionist on call.

The Obama dog, Bo, has a handler paid six figures. Overall, according to one estimate, the American royal family costs taxpayers $1.4 billion per year, as opposed to the crowned crew in Buckingham Palace, who cost British taxpayers a mere $60 million each year.

And like the British royals, our American royals are celebrities, treated as such. They hobnob with Hollywood celebrities, and even send their children off to intern with them.

They shut down traffic in major American cities merely to appear on the telly. They are stars, not servants.

All of which would be fine, had they ceremonial rather than real power. But the president has unified star power with actual power. Early on in President Obama’s term, my father noted that Obama seemed to want to plaster his face everywhere; he theorized that Obama used ubiquity as a tool, making himself part of the background noise of American life. That tactic worked not only in embedding Obama in every aspect of public consciousness, from sports (Obama’s picking his NCAA brackets!) to reality television (Obama just congratulated Bruce Jenner on becoming Caitlyn!), but in making him feel indispensible.

Obama feels far more like the head of a unitary, dictatorial government than he does like a cog in the machine of checks and balances. He bears more resemblance in the political optics to a Castro than to a Calvin Coolidge. We see him everywhere. And that is how he wants it.

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Obituaries Kelvin Ray Frahm Aug. 1, 2015 Kelvin Ray Frahm died on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015, at Taylor House Hospice in Des Moines.

He was born on Oct. 14, 1953 in M a r shalltown to Louis and Beverly (Staker) Frahm.

George B. Van Zee Aug. 3, 2015 George B. Van Zee, 91, of Newton went to be with the Lord, Monday, Aug. 3, 2015, in the care of Iowa R i v e r H o s pice, at Newton Health Care Center.

George, the oldest son of Martin and Pieternella (Meppelink) Van Zee, was born March 24, 1924, on a farm north of Prairie City. He graduated from Flint Ridge Country School and Prairie

He grew up on a farm north of Newton.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 7 at Cornerstone Bible Fellowship. The family will greet friends following the service with a lunch at the church. A private family burial will be held at a later date at St. John’s Cemetery.

Memorials to the Cornerstone Bible Fellowship or the Taylor Hospice House may be left at the church or at the Wallace Family Funeral

Home and Crematory.

Kelvin was married to Connie Ruple on July 24, 1982 in Kellogg. He worked at the Maytag Dairy Farm and later at Midwest Manufacturing and for the Newton Community School District. Kelvin was a member of the Cornerstone Bible Fellowship and a past member of the Moose Lodge. He was an avid fisherman.

Those left to honor Kelvin’s memory are his wife, Connie Frahm of

Newton; mother, Beverly Frahm of Newton; his sister, Nancy ( John) Kelting of Waterloo; mother-in-law, Bessie Rawlins of Newton; his three step-children, Mickie ( Julie) Ruple of Newton, Michael Ruple of Newton, and Michele Robinson of Gilman; six step-grandchildren; and seven step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Frahm and father-in-law, Dwight Rawlins, Sr.

City High School, Class of 1941. He worked on the family farm and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, before moving to Newton, where he met Carol Wilson of Monroe. They were married June 1, 1953, and were blessed with three children. George worked in retail lumber and hardware before moving in 1968 to Arizona, where he worked as an Environmental Superintendent for health care facilities until retirement.

In 2005 George and Carol returned “home“ to Newton. He enjoyed working on cars and was a member of the Studebaker Drivers Club and Immanuel Baptist Church in Newton. He

also enjoyed family, music and reading.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Carol, Son Craig (Margie) Van Zee of Westlake Village, Calif.; Daughters: Deanna (Harold) Manley of Newton and Lori (Tom) DiGiambatista of Phoenix, Ariz.; Grandchildren: Nathan (Ashley) DiGiambatista, Jordan DiGiambatista, Siena Van Zee, Ethan DiGiambatista, Bethany DiGiambatista, Samantha Van Zee and Shaye Van Zee; Brothers, Herman (Kathryn) Van Zee of Prairie City and Donald (Dorothy) Van Zee of Hiawatha; Sister Ruth Davenport of Boerne, Texas.; and many nieces, nephews and cous-

ins. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Joan Erlandson; and brother Robert Van Zee. A Celebration of George’s Life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7 at the Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton, with a viewing before the service at 10 a.m., and a lunch following the services.

In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, N.C. 28607, Immanuel Baptist Church or to George’s family, in his name. Burial will be in Waveland Cemetery near Prairie City.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.pencefh.com.

Ronald D. Trotter July 30, 2015

Kason Jacob Ham

A Celebration of Life visitation for Ronald Dale Trotter, 61, of Newton, will be from noon to 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 5 at the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Newton.

The Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton, have been entrusted with the arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.pencefh.com.

Jake and Stephanie Ham, of Bondurant, announce the birth of their son, Kason Jacob Ham, on July 25, 2015, at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.

Kason weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounces and was 20.5 inches long.

• The Newton Lions Club will be working at the Newton Pizza Ranch on Wednesday for tips. Money raised will be used to help members of the Newton community with eyeglasses and hearing aids, as well as other projects. For further information contact Jeanine at 641-521-9750.

• Culver’s Cruise Night will begin at 5 p.m.

Wednesday at Culver’s in Newton.

• Alcoholics Anonymous Beginner’s Support Group will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

Wednesday at the Masonic Temple in Prairie City.

• Lambs Grove City Council will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Thomas Jefferson Elementary School in Newton.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at noon and 7 p.m. Thursday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

• Breaking Free women’s study will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday at Hephzibah House, 721 E. Fourth St. N. in Newton.

• Malek’s Fisherman Band will begin at 7 p.m. at Maytag Park. Mason City’s most popular polka band will close out this summer’s concert in the park series.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at noon Friday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 223 E. Fourth St. N. 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.

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Kason is welcomed by his big brother Carter, big sister McKinley and big sister Paisley.

Grandparents are Tim and the late Pam Schuler, of Kellogg, Charlie Ham, of Ankeny, and Lori Griffin, of Newton.

Great-grandparents are Clifford and Judith Schuler, of Hampton.

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Police Blotter Newton Police Department • Scott A. Johnson, 26, of Newton, is charged with third-degree burglary after authorities were called to Rusty Wallace Drive at 5:43 a.m. July 29. Officers responded to a suspicious vehicle call at a building owned by the city. A vehicle owned

by Johnson was found at the location and upon searching it, officers found two John Deere pedal trikes and paperwork taken pertaining to a race event, both owned by the Newton Police Department.

He was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Timothy D. Brown, 27, of Newton, is charged with contempt and possession of drug paraphernalia after authorities were called to the intersection of North Third Avenue East and East Fourth Street North

at 12:17 a.m. Monday. Officers observed Brown with a woman that had a no contact order against him. Upon arrest, Brown said he had needles in his back pack. He was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Churie M. Congdon, 27, of Newton, is charged with contempt after authorities were called to the intersection of North Third Avenue East and East Fourth Street North at 12:17 a.m. Monday.

Officers observed Congdon with a man she had a no contact order against. She said she knew about the order but wanted to be with him.

She was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Luke A. Farland, 30, of Newton, is charged with operating while under the influence and driving while license

denied after authorities pulled him over in the 1200 block of South Fifth Avenue East at 3:46 a.m. Sunday. Officers observed bloodshot, watery eyes and could smell alcohol on him. He admitted to having a couple beers. He had a BAC of .10. He was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• Larry S. Leach, 76, of Newton, is charged with operating while under the influence and open container after authorities were called to the intersection of South 12th Avenue West and Highway 14. Officers were called at 10:50 p.m. Monday about an accident involving two vehicles with the driver of the other vehicle saying Leach caused the accident. Officers could smell alcohol on his breath and found an open whiskey bottle on the floor board. He

had red, watery eyes and was unstable on his feet. He had a BAC of .142. He was cited and released to appear.

Jasper County Sheriff ’s Department • Tyler A. Frisch, 23, of Newton, is charged with possession of controlled substance after authorities pulled him over at 2305 E. 19th St. N. at 4:44 p.m. Friday. Officers found a single pill and Frisch admitted it was his, and he had a prescription but not with him. It was found to be alprozolam. He was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

• John P. Kephart, 28, of Kellogg, is charged with unlawful possession of prescription drug and driving while barred after authorities pulled him over in the 4700 block of Highway 14 South at 8:04

p.m. Friday. Officers found a prescription pill bottle after placing Kephart under arrest.

The name on the bottle of Ibuprofen 800MG was not his. He said it was his girlfriend’s mother’s bottle and he took them for headaches.

He was taken to the Jasper County Jail • Jamie M. Duggan-Fry, 39, of Newton, is charged with possession of controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after authorities pulled her over in the 2500 block of Island Avenue at 11:53 p.m. Sunday. While searching the vehicle, officers found three small plastic bags with a white crystal substance in them tested as meth. They also found a needle with no cap that contained a brown color liquid. She was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

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Wife cheating on husband needs to figure out why

DEAR ABBY: I am 21 and on my second marriage. My husband of two years is every girl’s dream man — the kindest, gentlest, most patient guy. He loves me for everything, including my flaws. I honestly believe he is the only one who could ever handle me.

So tell me, why am I cheating on him? I never thought I could find myself in this situation. I have a lot happening in my life, but there is no excuse for why I am straying from such an amazing husband. I love him, but when I get a text, I hope so badly that it’s from the other man, and when it’s from my husband I feel disappointment.

We see the other man. He works for my parents. This situation is messy, and I don’t know what to do.

I can’t tell my husband — it would ruin his life. I’d rather just leave him without giving any reason than tell him the truth. I want to leave him and live my own life, but I’m afraid to be on my own. I don’t know why I stay. I’m lost and confused. Can I have some advice, please? — RECKLESS IN FLORIDA DEAR RECKLESS: You’re playing at matrimony as if it were a game instead of a deep, enduring partnership. Staying married to someone because you’re afraid to be on your own is doing both of you a disservice.

If you think leaving your husband “for no reason” would be less hurtful than telling him the truth, you are mistaken. You owe it to him to level with him about the affair so he won’t blame himself for your leaving.

When you do, I strongly recommend that you get counseling from a licensed mental health professional to help you slow down and more carefully consider what you’re doing before you marry a third time.

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I’m Catholic and had no complaints from my ex-fiance.

My question is: How do I become more sensual and intimate?

His complaints are vague. We see a marriage counselor every three weeks. I can ask the counselor. I can ask a close friend. I can buy books, but thought I’d also give you a try.

— NOT GOOD ENOUGH IN NEW HAMPSHIRE DEAR NOT GOOD: Honest communication is essential in a strong marriage, so the person to ask is your husband because only he can answer this question.

I’m glad that the two of you are in marriage counseling, and I recommend you raise this subject during your next session. Because your husband seems capable of only vague answers when you have asked for clarification, your counselor may be able to encourage him to open up.

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Two arrested after meth lab found at Taco Bell CEDAR RAPIDS — Authorities say two men have been arrested after the remnants of a methamphetamine lab were found inside a Taco Bell in eastern Iowa. The Cedar Rapids Police Department says officers found two men outside the restaurant early Tuesday. One identified himself as a Taco Bell employee. Officers entered the closed restaurant and found meth lab remnants in a utility area. The men were identified as 31-year-old Christopher Adam Matous and 56-year-old Kent Jerome Duby.

IOWA CITY — The committee searching for the next University of Iowa president plans to interview nine finalists next week.

The committee on Tuesday selected the nine out of a pool of 46 applicants who applied for the position. They will be interviewed over two days next week at an off-site location. Their names are being kept confidential for now. A smaller number of finalists is expected to be brought to campus for additional interviews.

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GRINNELL — Federal officials have confirmed that they’re investigating Grinnell College’s handling of sexual assault cases.

Grinnell spokesman Jim Reische said the federal investigations are supposed to be completed in 180 days. But he says that because of the national jump in complaints, the average time has stretched to about four years.

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ADEL — Bond proposals to build a replacement jail in Dallas County and new recreational facilities in Polk City have been rejected. Dallas County officials say 52 percent of voters Tuesday nixed plans to issue $16.8 million in bonds for a jail and law enforcement center. Voters in 2013 and 2014 also refused to fund a new jail and erect other county administration offices. The bond issue in Polk City would have funded an aquatic center and 13 athletic fields.

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COUNCIL BLUFFS — A 35-year-old Council Bluffs man has been sentenced to five years in prison for beating, choking and kicking a teenager after their vehicles collided. Ryan Linehan was sentenced Monday.

He had pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of willful injury. According to prosecutors, Linehan was driving in Council Bluffs just before midnight on April 25 when he struck a pickup after cutting it off.

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Kellogg man allegedly used vehicle as weapon

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News A Kellogg man was arrested after allegedly using his vehicle to hit his victim’s vehicle Sunday. Justin I. Brown, 31, is charged with domestic abuse assault with intent to inflict serious injury after authorities were called to the 7500 block of Highway 224 North.

Brown is accused of driving his vehicle toward the victim as she was driving northbound. He then passed the victim and drove his vehicle into the front of the victim’s vehicle, causing damage to both vehicles.

The victim said when the collision occurred, she nearly lost control and was in fear for her safety.

Brown was taken to the Jasper County Jail.

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

More than 380 in US sickened by cilantro-linked infection The Associated Press DES MOINES — More than 380 people in 26 U.S. states have been diagnosed with a stomach illness tied to Mexican cilantro contaminated by human waste, two federal agencies said Tuesday.

It’s the fourth consecutive summer in which the intestinal infection cyclosporiasis has been reported in the United States.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the Food and Drug Administration are investigating the cause of the latest outbreak, which appears to have begun after May 1.

The FDA said it suspects the contamination came from “contact with the parasite shed from the intestinal tract of humans” in the growing fields, contaminated water or harvesting, processing and packing activities. It causes diarrhea, nausea and fatigue which can last several weeks to a month or more if untreated.

Preliminary results indicate cases in Texas and Wisconsin can be traced to cilantro from the state of Puebla, Mexico, which was supplied to restaurants at which some of those who became ill dined, the FDA said Tuesday in an updated posting on its web-

site.

Georgia reported clusters of the illness to the CDC. Federal officials said people were sickened in 26 states but declined to name the others.

Previous U.S. outbreaks of the illness have been linked to imported fresh produce, including cilantro from the same region in Mexico which was the subject of a partial ban imposed by the FDA on July 27.

Cilantro imported from the state of Puebla was linked to outbreaks of the stomach illnesses in the United States in 2012, 2013 and last year, the FDA said.

Debate field is set: Trump, Bush in; Santorum, Fiorina out The Associated Press CLEVELAND — Billionaire businessman Donald Trump will be front and center in the Republican Party’s leadoff presidential debate, scoring the top spot in Thursday’s prime-time faceoff where he’ll be joined by former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and seven other White House hopefuls who made the campaign’s first cut.

But it’s a disappointing situation for seven other Republicans including former technology executive Carly Fiorina and former Texas Gov. Rick Perry, who will be relegated to a pre-debate forum and second-tier status in the party’s crowded field.

Fox News on Tuesday announced the 10 GOP candidates who will take part in the debate at 9 p.m. EDT Thursday in the crucial swing state of Ohio.

Beyond Trump, those selected among the top 10 — based on recent national polls — include Bush, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul, Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and Ohio Gov. John Kasich.

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Jansen named to Kirkwood College dean’s list CEDAR RAPIDS — Ryan Jansen, of Newton, was named to the Kirkwood Community College spring 2015 semester dean’s list. Students named to the list have achieved a 3.3 grade point average or higher after completing 12 or more credit hours.

Stammeyer named to St. Thomas dean’s list ST. PAUL, Minn. — Timothy J. Stammeyer, of Newton, was named to the University of St. Thomas 2015 spring semester dean’s list. Students must post grade-point averages of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale to be named to the dean’s list.

St. Thomas is a Catholic, independent, liberal arts university. More than 2,000 of the university’s undergraduates were named to the spring semester dean’s list.

Jason W. Brooks/Daily News Not only are preseason camps a sign of it being time for football, but progress on summer renovations is also a sign that fall is just around the corner. H.A. Lynn Field is getting a major upgrade this summer in having the homeside press box rebuilt, seen above.

Local students named to Grinnell College dean’s list GRINNELL — Sydney Bergman, of Newton, the daughter of James and Shannon Bergman, and Lauren Roush, of Newton, daugther of Christopher and Regina Roush, have been named to the Grinnell College dean’s list for the spring semester 2015.

To make the dean’s list, students must have a grade point average of 3.75 or above.

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Jason W. BrooksDaily News A view of the visitors’ side press box in construction. Newton Community School District Superintendent Bob Callaghan said a progress meeting is slated for Thursday. Crews have made good progress and is staying on schedule, he said, with a plan to complete enough work for the Cardinal football teams to host a scrimmage on Aug. 20.

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DES MOINES — Mercy College of Health Sciences in Des Moines has announced student honors for the spring 2015 semester. The following students and honors from Jasper County are as follows: Leasha Trease, of Newton, president’s list; Katelyn Buehrer, of Colfax, dean’s list; Jody Gritters, of Prairie City, president’s list; and Shelly Hutchings, of Prairie City, dean’s list.

To qualify for the president’s list, students must attain a grade point average of 3.75 or higher, and for the dean’s list, students must attain a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.749.

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Iowa Speedway President Jimmy Small talks about recent buzz created from final weekend

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News “It is not being discussed,” Jimmy Small, Iowa Speedway President said. “I’ve never had a single conversation alluding to that possibility.”

The question of when is Iowa Speedway going to hold a NASCAR Sprint Cup race came bubbling back to the top over the weekend following the Speedway’s final race weekend of the 2015 season.

There was quite the buzz on social media from NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers Saturday night.

Those drivers took to Twitter after watching Ryan Blaney and the rest of the NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers compete in the U.S. Cellular 250 at Iowa Speedway.

“We got a great race on Saturday night — which is no different than almost every race here — and all the (Sprint Cup) drivers were watching it. They want to race here. Our fans want that (Sprint Cup) race here. We want what our fans want, so obviously, we are in support of it,” Small said Tuesday afternoon.

A report by Foxsports.com Sunday delivered the buzz started Saturday night by NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers on Twitter watching Iowa Speedway’s NASCAR Xfinity Series U.S. Celluar 250. Those tweets included: Kyle Larson @KyleLarsonRacin: “When are we going to get a Cup series race at @iowaspeedway @odsteve?

Ryan Truex @Ryan_Truex: “Cup date @iowaspeedway plz Brad Keselowski@keselowski: “Great track, maybe the best racing in nascar. @RustyWallace did a great job when he laid it out.https://twitter. com/bballrudy/status Dale Earnhardt Jr. @DaleJr: “Solid run & improved speed for @JRMotorsports @iowaspeedway tonight. That place looks fun. What track should we swap out to run Cup there?”

Joey Lagono@joeylogano: “Great racing at @iowaspeedway. Would like to run a Cup race there. Pumped for Greg and 22 team. @Blaney slacked on like 6 laps though ha.”

Those tweeted comments from drivers set off threads on each one’s Twitter accounts. All talking up Iowa Speedway in Newton and the caliber of racing produced by the 7/8-mile track,

plus which currect Sprint Cup race moved from a track to make room for Iowa.

Blaney outlasted the rest of the field in a race that went 260 laps for a green-white-checkered victory — on the second attempt. Small pointed out Sprint Cup drivers have seen the racing at Iowa and heard how drivers, owners and teams are treated at the race track along with the great fan support for racing at the Speedway.

Small said there is no realistic consideration being given to bringing a Sprint Cup race to Iowa.

Small said he is going to Daytona next week to wrap up the final plans for Iowa Speedway’s 2016 season.

“It is not a part of our 2016 schedule, but who’s to say about the future. NASCAR and IndyCar do all of their scheduling on an annual basis,” Small said. “They have to because they go into major markets and want to avoid huge conflicts with other sporting and non-sporting events across the country.”

Small pointed out both sanctioning bodies do a great job of working with all the tracks in finding a way to fit the puzzle together. He said NASCAR has always been, and continues to be, really close to the drivers, owners and teams.

“It’s flattering to see the major drivers talk about how great our facility is and how wonderful people are treated while they are here. That’s a big tribute to our staff, the people and business in the community here and across the state,” Small said. “We are very proud to keep that tradition and reputation alive and well.

“All the talk is cool. Saturday’s race was awesome. We want our fans to know we’re not saying no to an opportunity, simply because, there has been no opportunity for Cup race coming here discussed.”

Small said if the day ever comes with the opportunity to hold a Sprint Cup race at Iowa Speedway, he and his staff are ready.

“I’m so proud of what we’ve done as a group here in less than two years. We have great support from the City of Newton and the state of Iowa.

We have great fan support here, but..,” Small said, “it is out of our control.

“We’re going to focus on what we can control, the (racing) series which have given us fantastic racing and finishes here at Iowa Speedway and

improving the fan experience around them.”

Small was named Iowa Speedway president a month after the France family announced NASCAR purchased the race track in November 2013. The 29-year-old Small took the reins of a race track for the first time in his career with NASCAR. Small said he and NASCAR were very clear from the beginning that a Sprint Cup race was not part of the plan for Iowa Speedway. He said this investment was made by NASCAR because the Speedway was a great facility.

“This is a great town, which has been incredibly supportive since Iowa Speedway opened.

NASCAR wanted to ensure we had racing here for the longterm,” Small said. “The core part of our vision was for this place to be the venue of all venues, the race track of all race tracks with respect to the fan experience.”

A year ago in his mid-season state of the sport address at Daytona International Speedway, NASCAR chairman/CEO Brian France said Iowa Speedway was not on the radar for a Sprint Cup race.

“On Iowa, we don’t have plans for a Cup date there,” France said. “We’re working with the state representatives and others to help us build racing in Iowa to the highest level that we can. They’re doing a great job with us, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the entire effort that the communities have made in and around Iowa.”

France said Iowa had a nice full schedule with IndyCar and Xfinity, and believed that’s where it would remain.

Small said the Speedway staff was focused on NASCAR’s vision for the facility to be its shining example of the customer/fan experience. He said he believed they are accomplishing that vision in pushing the limits on the fan experience and the amount of value delivered back to the fans.

“Everyone wants to know what our schedule is — so do we. We hope to have as soon as we can,” Small said. “I’m excited about several ideas for the 2016 season, but we have to get our core events scheduled before we announce anything else.”

Small’s trip to Daytona next week is one step closer to finding out the Speedway’s 2016 slate.

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

Newton booster club membership drive underway Club has golf tournament, Grid Iron Girls on tap Sunday and Aug. 13

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Newton High teams are a little less than a week away from fall sports practices beginning.

The Newton Athletic Booster Club has its annual membership drive underway. Tony Pressgrove, membership co-chairman, said both individuals and businesses can support the athletic programs by becoming athletic booster club members.

Both individual and business memberships are available at many levels and may include single game tickets or season passes to high school and middle school home athletic events.

Business memberships also include advertising in the fall and spring athletic programs, as well as a variety of other promotional options.

The booster club has several upcoming events, including Sunday’s Newton Cardinal Golf Tournament at Westwood Golf Course. The club will sponsor trivia night, Drive One For Your School and school dances.

The Newton Cardinal Golf Tournament is a 4-person best shot event Sunday. Entry fees are $50 per person or $200 per team, which includes 18 holes of golf, golf cart, lunch and prizes. Payment will be collected at registration Sunday at the golf course.

There are two shot-gun tee times — 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. — and registration is at 7 a.m. and noon. The morning session is full, but spots are still available for the afternoon session.

Call or stop by Westwood Golf Course to reserve a spot in the tournament as space is limited. The course telephone number is 641-792-3087.

There will be hole-in-one prizes of a trip to Hawaii, a Kindle Fire, Nike

golf club set and $500. There are multiple hole sponsors for the event.

The club’s third annual Grid Iron Girls night is Aug. 13 for the ladies — freshman age and up — to learn about the game of football. Newton High head football coach Ed Ergenbright and his coaching staff explain the fundamentals of the game.

It’s $25 per person, which includes a Grid Iron Girls T-shirt. It is from 6

p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 13 at H.A. Lynn Stadium. Contact Kerry and Mindi Walker at 641-521-5597 to register and give T-shirt size.

Grid Iron Girls is for moms, aunts, grandmothers, sisters, friends of football players who want to better understand the game. Participants even go through a few drills and plays the Cardinal football players do during practices and games. Refreshments will be provided.

Last year the booster club donated more than $60,000 to the Newton Athletic Department. Funds have been used toward Cardinal Power, uniforms, warm‐up suits, balls, nets and other equipment.

“We invite you to join this great team of boosters who support our kids and their athletic programs,” Pressgove said. “A membership form can be obtained at the athletic booster’s membership table during school registration or during the first home football game. Individuals can also join through the Athletics link on the school’s website.”

Contact Pressgrove at newtoncardinalboosters@gmail.com with any questions.

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

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Tom Brady testimony in NFL ‘Deflategate’ released ​NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Brady denied under oath to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell that he tampered with footballs before the AFC title game, and investigator Ted Wells said in a transcript that he never warned the Brady New England Patriots quarterback he would be punished if he didn’t turn over his cellphone.

In a 457-page transcript released on Tuesday, Brady maintained his innocence in the NFL scandal known as “Deflategate.” He denied discussing air level with the ballboys or even thinking about how inflated the footballs were when he selected them.

He also said he’s never asked anyone from the Patriots to tamper with footballs.

Brady was suspended four games and the team was docked $1 million and two draft picks after a NFL-sanc-

tioned investigation by Wells found the Patriots supplied improperly inflated footballs for the conference championship game against the Indianapolis Colts, which New England won 45-7.

Brady appealed the punishment. Goodell decided to hear the appeal himself and upheld the penalty. Both sides went to federal court, and U.S. District Judge Richard Berman told the sides to work out a settlement. To encourage them, he ordered both Brady and Goodell to appear in court in person during the NFL preseason.

The transcript filed by the NFL Players Association included the appeal testimony from Brady and Wells on June 23. Wells explained that he did not believe Brady had nothing to do with the ball deflation because the quarterback refused to provide all of the documents that were requested.

“In my almost 40 years of practice, I think that was one of the most ill-advised decisions I have ever seen because it hurt how I viewed his credibility,” Wells testified. “It hurt

my assessment of his credibility for him to begin his interview by telling me he declined to give me the documents.”

Wells’ investigation found text messages between Brady and a pair of equipment managers — one of whom referred to himself as “the Deflator” — discussing the preparation of footballs for the Jan. 18 game.

The Patriots advanced to the Super Bowl and beat the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 for Brady’s fourth NFL title.

Although Wells asked repeatedly for Brady’s cellphone, the investigator also testified: “I did not tell Mr. Brady at any time that he would be subject to punishment for not giving ­— not turning over the documents. I did not say anything like that.”

Brady’s lawyers have said that the league made up its rules without proper notice to Brady, and that it didn’t follow its rules at all in some cases.

They have also questioned whether Goodell was independent enough to conduct a fair hearing, even though the collective bargaining agreement gives him that authority.

AP Pro32: Packers are preseason’s top team in AP’s power rankings NEW YORK (AP) — With a healthy Aaron Rodgers ready to resume his pinpoint passing, the Green Bay Packers will start the season as the No. 1 team in the AP Pro32 power rankings.

In balloting by the 12 media members who regularly cover the NFL, the Packers finished ahead of the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.

Green Bay received six firstplace votes and 375 points, with the NFC champion Seahawks earning four first-place votes and 367 points. The Super Bowl champion Patriots totaled two first-place votes and 359 points.

The next poll will be released Sept. 15 after Week 1 of the regular season.

NFL MVP Rodgers led the Packers to their fourth straight NFC Central title, but was hampered by a calf injury that limited his mobility.

Green Bay lost to the Seahawks in overtime in the NFC championship game.

“The best quarterback in the NFL gives the Packers the edge in becoming the best team in the NFL,” said Rick Gosselin of The Dallas Morn-

ing News.

The Indianapolis Colts are fourth, followed by Denver, Dallas, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Arizona and Cincinnati. The Tennessee Titans are 32nd.

Rodgers will have top receivers Jordy Nelson and Randall Cobb back along with a solid running game with Eddie Lacy.

Clay Matthews and Julius Peppers lead a defense that seemed to improve late last season.

“Green Bay should’ve been in the Super Bowl last year,” said ESPN’s Herm Edwards.

“They’ve improved their team since then and will come into this season on a mission.”

The Seahawks also are on a mission after coming up a goal-line interception short of winning their second straight Super Bowl. They are determined to make amends after the 1-point loss to the Patriots.

Quarterback Russell Wilson has a new contract, tight end Jimmy Graham joins the team and Richard Sherman again leads one of the league’s fiercest defenses.

“They say you can’t pay ev-

eryone, but the Seahawks have masterfully locked up a core of mainly 20-something veterans who will keep the championship window open for at least a few years,” said Jenny Vrentas of Monday Morning Quarterback.

With or without Tom Brady, whose four-game suspension for his role in “Deflategate” remains in limbo, the Patriots still made the top three.

“Betting against the greatest QB-coach tandem in NFL history remains risky business,” said Ira Kaufman of the Tampa Tribune after choosing the Patriots No. 2.

Despite drafting Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota and adding defensive mastermind Dick LeBeau as coordinator, the Titans still start the season at the bottom of the rankings.

“I’m glad they drafted Mariota and in time it will become clear he’s a pretty good QB,” said Pat Kirwan of SiriusXM NFL Radio/CBSSports.com, “but rookie seasons in this league is usually a trial and error period that ends in a bad record.”

Program to help family travel in college playoffs IRVING, Texas (AP) — The College Football Playoff is expanding its program to help pay travel expenses for parents and guardians of players to also include the national semifinal games.

For the first national championship game in the new playoff last January, CPF distributed $500,000 — up to $2,500 for each player from Ohio State and Oregon — to assist families with travel, food and hotel costs associated with attending the game in North Texas.

The organization said Tuesday that the expense-reimbursement program will extend to teams in the semifinals.

The NCAA earlier this year provided similar reimbursement to the families of athletes in the men’s and women’s basketball Final Fours as part of a pilot program.

MLB Cubs activate Wada from DL, send him to minors PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Chicago Cubs activated left-hander Tsuyoshi Wada

from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday and optioned him to Triple-A Iowa.

Wada had been out since June 23 with left deltoid inflammation and was on a rehab assignment with Iowa.

He is 1-1 with a 3.73 ERA in seven starts for the Cubs this season.

NFL Gronk happy to have contract settled FOXBOROUGH, Mass.

(AP) — Rob Gronkowski was asked if he dances his way to the bank with a $4 million New England Patriots’ check in his pocket.

“I guess so,” the smiling tight end said Tuesday, talking about his reworked contract that reportedly gives him $4 million of the $10 million bonus he had coming after the 2015 season. According to reports, the paying of that bonus would guarantee the rest of his deal through 2019.

One of the NFL’s most dynamic stars expressed his gratitude toward the Patriots’ front office and coach Bill Belichick.

“It’s a great feeling,” he said.

“It’s time to put that behind you and just play football.”

Cowboys to add Super Bowl winner Woodson to ring of honor OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — Former Cowboys safety Darren Woodson is set to be the sixth player from Dallas’ Super Bowl-winning teams of the 1990s to join the franchise’s ring of honor.

The team’s all-time leader in tackles with 1,350 in 12 seasons, Woodson will be honored when Dallas plays Seattle on Nov. 1. The 20 current names are displayed on a strip that runs below the upper deck at AT&T Stadium, a tradition that started at old Texas Stadium.

Woodson joins former teammates in quarterback Troy Aikman, running back Emmitt Smith, receiver Michael Irvin, lineman Larry Allen and defensive end Charles Haley, who joins the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday.

Haley’s induction leaves Woodson as the only one of the six not in the hall.

Dombrowski replaced by Al Avilia as Tigers president, GM DETROIT (AP) — Dave Dombrowski is out as president and general manager of the Detroit Tigers, ending a run of nearly 14 seasons in which he helped turn the franchise from an afterthought into one of the American League’s powerhouses.

The four-time Central champion Tigers abruptly announced the move Tuesday, catching people at Comerica Park and beyond by surprise. Dombrowski was fresh off making several big trades, and his exit set off rampant speculation about where he would next work.

Dombrowski was in the last season of his contract and overseeing a team stuck below .500. He is being replaced by Al Avila, who has served as his top assistant since 2002. Avila’s son, Alex, catches for the Tigers.

“I’ve decided to release Dave from his contract in order to afford him the time to pursue other career opportunities,” owner Mike Ilitch said in a statement. “I feel this is the right time for the Tigers to move forward under new leadership.”

Avila said Ilitch hired him Saturday, a day after Dombrowski completed the last of his trade-deadline deals. But Tigers manager Brad Ausmus said he didn’t know about the switch until Tuesday.

“The only conversation I had with Dave was basically when he left, we said our goodbyes, and obviously we’re still great friends. I don’t know how or why Mr. Ilitch made the decision,” Avila said. “Really that’s a question more for him.

That’s something that I really had nothing to do with.”

Ilitch didn’t attend a news conference before Tuesday’s game against Kansas City.

“I would like to thank Dave Dombrowski for his 14 years of service,” Ilitch said in his statement. “Together we’ve enjoyed some success, but we’re still in aggressive pursuit of our ultimate goal: to bring a World Series title to Detroit and

Michigan.

Detroit has won four consecutive division titles, a streak that seems almost certain to end this year. The Tigers began the day trailing the first-place Royals by 11 1/2 games.

Dombrowski’s last major act at the helm in Detroit was to trade away some of the team’s top players with an eye toward the future.

David Price, Yoenis Cespedes and Joakim Soria were all dealt last week.

The 59-year-old Dombrowski was the GM for the Montreal Expos and Marlins before moving to Detroit, and is likely to draw interest from teams around the majors.

Dombrowski joined the Tigers as team president in November 2001, with Detroit coming off a 96-loss season. He became general manager the following April.

He presided over Detroit’s AL-record 119 losses in 2003, but he eventually built one of the most star-studded rosters in baseball. The Tigers drafted Justin Verlander, traded for Miguel Cabrera and Max Scherzer and signed several key free agents. Detroit won the AL pennant in 2006 and 2012, but the Tigers are still without a World Series title since 1984.

Avila appeared at a news conference an hour after Dombrowski’s firing was announced. The first question was about how Dombrowski’s exit came about — and who made the decision.

Avila takes over a team with an uncertain future.

Last week’s trades helped Detroit add some young pitching to its system, but the Tigers still have longterm, expensive contracts owed to Verlander, Cabrera and Victor Martinez.

“I think I’m uniquely qualified to take this job because of all the years I have spent with this organization,” Avila said. “I know everyone here and I’ve been involved with all of our decisions for a long time.”

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Major League Baseball At A Glance All Times CDT

By The Associated Press American League East Division

W L Pct GB New York 60 45 .571 — Toronto 56 52 .519 5½ Baltimore 54 52 .509 6½ Tampa Bay 54 54 .500 7½ Boston 47 60 .439 14 Central Division

W L Pct GB Kansas City 63 42 .600 — Minnesota 54 52 .509 9½ Detroit 51 55 .481 12½ Chicago 50 55 .476 13 Cleveland 49 57 .457 14½ West Division

W L Pct GB Houston 60 48 .556 — Los Angeles 56 50 .533 3 Texas 53 53 .500 6 Seattle 50 58 .463 10 Oakland 48 60 .444 12 Tuesday’s Games N.Y. Yankees 13, Boston 3 Toronto 3, Minnesota 1 Kansas City 5, Detroit 1 Texas 4, Houston 3 Tampa Bay 11, Chicago White Sox 3 Seattle 10, Colorado 4 Oakland 5, Baltimore 0 Cleveland 2, L.A. Angels 0 Wednesday’s Games Tampa Bay (E.Ramirez 8-4) at Chicago White Sox (Rodon 4-4), 1:10 p.m.

Seattle (T.Walker 8-7) at Colorado (Rusin 3-4), 2:10 p.m.

Baltimore (W.Chen 5-6) at Oakland (Graveman 6-7), 2:35 p.m.

Cleveland (Salazar 9-6) at L.A. Angels (Santiago 7-5), 2:35 p.m.

Boston (S.Wright 4-4) at N.Y. Yankees (Severino 0-0), 6:05 p.m.

Minnesota (Duffey 0-0) at Toronto (Hutchison 9-2), 6:07 p.m.

Kansas City (Cueto 0-0) at Detroit (Boyd 0-2), 6:08 p.m.

Houston (Kazmir 6-5) at Texas (N.Martinez 6-6), 7:05 p.m.

Thursday’s Games Kansas City at Detroit, 12:08 p.m.

Boston at N.Y. Yankees, 6:05 p.m.

Minnesota at Toronto, 6:07 p.m.

Houston at Oakland, 9:05 p.m.

National League East Division

W L Pct GB New York 57 50 .533 — Washington 55 50 .524 1 Atlanta 48 59 .449 9 Miami 43 64 .402 14 Philadelphia 42 65 .393 15 Central Division

W L Pct GB St. Louis 67 39 .632 — Pittsburgh 61 44 .581 5½ Chicago 58 47 .552 8½ Cincinnati 48 56 .462 18 Milwaukee 45 63 .417 23 West Division

W L Pct GB Los Angeles 60 46 .566 — San Francisco 58 48 .547 2 San Diego 52 55 .486 8½ Arizona 51 54 .486 8½ Colorado 44 61 .419 15½ Tuesday’s Games Washington 5, Arizona 4 Chicago Cubs 5, Pittsburgh 0 Philadelphia 6, L.A. Dodgers 2 N.Y. Mets 5, Miami 1 San Francisco 8, Atlanta 3 Cincinnati 3, St. Louis 2 Milwaukee 4, San Diego 1 Seattle 10, Colorado 4 Wednesday’s Games Seattle (T.Walker 8-7) at Colorado (Rusin 3-4), 2:10 p.m.

Arizona (R.De La Rosa 8-5) at Washington (G.Gonzalez 8-4), 6:05 p.m.

Chicago Cubs (Haren 7-7) at Pittsburgh (Locke 6-6), 6:05 p.m.

L.A. Dodgers (B.Anderson 5-6) at Philadelphia (Harang 5-11), 6:05 p.m.

N.Y. Mets (Harvey 9-7) at Miami (Phelps 4-7), 6:10 p.m.

San Francisco (Bumgarner 11-6) at Atlanta (W.Perez 4-1), 6:10 p.m.

St. Louis (C.Martinez 11-4) at Cincinnati (Holmberg 1-0), 6:10 p.m.

San Diego (Kennedy 6-9) at Milwaukee (Jungmann 5-3), 7:10 p.m.

Thursday’s Games St. Louis at Cincinnati, 11:35 a.m.

L.A. Dodgers at Philadelphia, 12:05 p.m.

San Diego at Milwaukee, 1:10 p.m.

Arizona at Washington, 3:05 p.m.

Miami at Atlanta, 6:10 p.m.

San Francisco at Chicago Cubs, 7:05 p.m.

Public Notice THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CRYSTAL B. DYKSTRA, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036720 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Crystal B. Dykstra, Deceased, who died on or about July 17, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 24th day of July, 2015, the last will and testament of Crystal B. Dykstra, deceased, bearing date of the 13th day of September, 2013, *First Codicil dated July 14, 2015 was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Roxann D. Wormley and James V. Wormley was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose are reasonably identities ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

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

Dated this 24th day of July, 2015.

Roxann D. Wormley and James V. Wormley Executor of estate 509 E. 25th St. N. Newton, IA 50208 Address *Designated Codicil(s) if any, with date(s) Mark A. Otto, ICIS PIN No: AT0005939 Attorney for executor OTTO LAW OFFICE PLLC 123 W. 2nd St. N., PO Box 1356 Newton, IA 50208 Address mark@ottolawyers.com Date of second publication 5th day of August, 2015 Probate Code Section 304 July 29 & August 5 NOTICE OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT NEWTON, IOWA Notice is hereby given that the Newton City Council approved Schedule 15-7: 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 15-7.

Deed/Contract Holder Parcel Number Address Total Amount Assessed Carol Hedges 833208006 118 W. 10th St. N. $125.00 Nicholas & Samantha Rink 834182008 207 E. 4th St. S. $200.00 Marie Fern Bookout 833282022 303 W. 5th St. S. $306.20 James & Anne McNeer 835127003 318 E. 15th St. N. $100.00 Kenneth Johnson 834253037 319 E. 8th St. S. $209.90 Charles Fox 834202015 516 N. 2nd Ave. E. $150.00 Secretary of Veterans Affairs 834253021 516 S. 4th Ave. E. $100.00 JP Morgan Chase Bank National Assoc.

1303201014 525 S. 13th Ave. E. $300.00 Federal National Mortgage Assoc.

834451028 538 S. 13th Ave. E. $100.00 Farrell Properties Inc. 834303007 610 W. 3rd St. S. $100.00 Karen Lunz 827453005 713 N. 8th Ave. E. $300.00 Kimberly Spearing 827428002 816 E. 9th St. N. $300.00 Connie & Estelle Cupples 827405010 1011 E. 9th St. N. $150.00 Half Moon Holdings LC 835102035 1204A 1st Ave. E. $200.00 John Plowman 1303202009 1400 E. 6th St. S. $100.00 Voula Palmas 835208014 2002 1st Ave. E. $125.00 Nicholas & Natalie Wells 835408021 2205 S. 8th Ave. E. $269.51 Scott Leff Roth 401K Trust 833282035 321 W. 5th St. S. $150.00 Herbert McSparen 834332001 702 E. 4th St. S. $200.00 Aliesha Edwards 833203022 921 N. 4th Ave. W. $150.00 July 29 & August 5 THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PAUL BENEDICT DORAN, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036717 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Paul Benedict Doran, Deceased, who died on or about January 24, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 23rd day of July, 2015, the last will and testament of Paul Doran, deceased, Benedict bearing date of the 28th day of October, 2012, * was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Linda Kay McKinney was appointed executor of the estate.

Any action to set aside the will

Probate No. ESPR036717 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Paul Benedict Doran, Deceased, who died on or about January 24, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 23rd day of July, 2015, the last will and testament of Paul Benedict Doran, deceased, bearing date of the 28th day of October, 2012, * was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Kay McKinney was Linda appointed executor of the estate.

Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from date of the second the publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

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

Dated this 23rd day of July, 2015.

Linda Kay McKinney Executor of estate PO Box 1448 Newton, IA 50208 Address *Designated Codicil(s) if any, with date(s) Mark A. Otto, ICIS PIN No: AT0005939 Attorney for executor OTTO LAW OFFICE PLLC 123 W. 2nd St. N., PO Box 1356 Newton, IA 50208 Address mark@ottolawyers.com Date of second publication 5th day of August, 2015 Probate Code Section 304 July 29 & August 5

Public Notice

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT MINDHAM, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036716 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Robert Mindham, Deceased, who died on or about July 19, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 22nd day of July, 2015, the was appointed undersigned administrator of the estate.

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

Dated this 22nd day of July, 2015.

Nicole Booth-Earley Administrator of the Estate 2654 CR 342 Brazoria, TX 77422 Sherri Shunk 1405 W. 2nd St. N. Newton, IA 50208 Address Adam D. Otto, ICIS PIN No: AT0009064 Attorney for the Administrator OTTO LAW OFFICE PLLC 123 W. 2nd St. N., PO Box 1356 Newton, IA 50208 Address adam@ottolawyers.com Date of second publication 5th day of August, 2015 Probate Code Section 230 July 29 & August 5 THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM HOWARD MCBETH, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036718 NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION To All Persons Interested in the Estate of William Howard McBeth, Deceased, who died on or about May 7th, 2015: You are hereby notified that on the 23rd day of July, 2015, the last will and testament of William McBeth, deceased, Howard bearing date of the 26th day of March, 2013, * 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 23rd day of July, 2015.

Margie Elaine McBeth Proponent *Designated Codicil(s) if any, with date(s) Mark A. Otto, ICIS PIN No: AT0005939 Attorney for estate OTTO LAW OFFICE PLLC 123 W. 2nd St. N., PO Box 1356 Newton, IA 50208 Address mark@ottolawyers.com Date of second publication 5th day of August, 2015 Probate Code Section 305 July 29 & August 5

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NATIONWIDE

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PERSONAL

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

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CNA'S, LPN'S & RN's- Immediate Work Available.

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1606 1st Ave E., Newton ATLAS HYDRAULICS IS looking to add Full-Time, 1st and 2nd shift Manufacturing Positions. Starting wage $12.00 plus differential with competitive benefits including 401k and profit sharing. Please apply at 1801 N. 19th Ave E. Newton, Iowa 50208.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LEAKY ROOF, Missing Shingles???

Flat roof repair & coating.

Chimney repair & removal.

Soffit & fascia repair & cover.

General Repairs

INSULATION

Attic & side walls.

Attic fans & ventilation Leaf Proof Gutter Covers,

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Northeast

JEWELRY

GARAGE SALE Sat., Aug. 8: 8am-11am Girls Clothes newborn-12 mos., boys clothes 6-8, Mens 2XL and 3XL, fishing items, golf items (Ping, Titleist, Taylormade), kitchen items, Rain Soft whole home water filtration/softener, tools, toys and more....

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Reach thousands of customers weekly!

THE YMCA Child Care has an immediate full-time position available. Pick up an application at the YMCA front desk. If you enjoy working with children, we would like to have you a part of our team. Applications available at the front desk.

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

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ALAN RITCHEY Inc hiring CDL drivers with 1 year exp to haul mail. Offer a set & predictable schedules out of Des Moines, IA. Making at least $52,000 / year with benefits starting immediately. Contact Gene at 515-321-9234. EOE M/W/Vet/Disability

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WANTED

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

641-4856591.

RIDING LAWNMOWERS, push lawnmowers & snowblowers or anything with a motor. 792-2416.

Southeast

WANT TO buy 4 speed automatic for a F250 Ford pick up. Need for 460 cubic inch. Call if you have one.

641-417-0195.

GARAGE SALE Friday, August 7: 8am-4pm Sat., August 8: 8am-4pm BooksEducational, Children's, Western, Fiction & Non Fiction.

Stereo equipment, VCRs, boom box, clothes: mens & women, jeans, t-shirts, bedding (twin), kitchen glassware, John Deere Precision toys, camera, swim fins, ocean & pool.

Much, much more!

1105 E. 16th St. S. Newton GARAGE SALE Thurs., Aug. 6th: Noon-7pm Fri., Aug. 7th: 9am-5pm Sat., Aug 8th: 9am-Noon Adult clothes & shoes, Mens L, womens M & L, lots of baby clothes, brand name; gap, children's place, crew cut etc. newborn-4t boys & girls, toddler shoes & kids shoes, girls 5-6 name brand clothes hardly worn, baby gear, highchair, toys, misc. household items, Toro trimmer & more!

1109 E. 13th St S.

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

WANTED: APPLES that have fallen for my chicken.

Will pick up. 515-771-6726.

PAINTING

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

LOST & FOUND

LOST IN Newton on July 16, American Girl doll with long dark hair, wearing pink with polka dot top and black pants. Very sad little girl hopes someone found her. 641-521-2244.

FREE

COUNTRY KITTENS, friendly, healthy , free to good home. Newton. 515661-3774.

RENTALS

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

641-792-4000.

1 BEDROOM apartment in a historical building in Colfax. $325 per month. Pets allowed with additional deposit. For more information please call 515-205-1415.

WANTED: GOOD, used motorcycle jack. 641-5217374

REGENCY APARTMENTS of Newton 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1000 sq. feet. On site laundry, pets allowed with additional deposit. $565-$585 per month.

Please Call 515-205-1415

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

TRUCK DRIVERS-OTR/CLASS A CDL Ashley Distribution Services in Des Moines, IA seeks: •LTL TRUCK DRIVERS (Multiple stop loads to retail stores) Annual avg earning potential $84,000 •Home Weekly •Paid Vacation •Full Benefit Package• Paid Holidays

Class A CDL & at least 1 year current OTR exp.

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Now Hiring

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BICYCLE

Full or Part time Position Help us transform aging!

Assist individuals as they remain in their homes.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

INVESTORS

For more information contact: Betty Stone at 515-271-6510 Or apply online at: Wesleylife.org EOE

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 NATIONWIDE

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Day shift Sunday-Thursday. Class A CDL with Tanker/Hazmat endorsements $2000 Sign-On Bonus & Full Benefits 800383-9330 or @ www.wynnetr.com (INCN)

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

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

RN/LPN

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

MDS Coordinator

All shifts

Full-time

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We strive for the best customers service and team work.

PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON OR ONLINE

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APARTMENTS AVAILABLE

1 & 2 bdrm units in Newton & Monroe!

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CLEAN, 2 bedroom Apartment. Stove, refrigerator and water furnished. Very quiet building. References and deposit.

641-792-3449.

SPACIOUS 2 bedroom apartment with garage in Colfax. Newly updated. $585 per month. Gas and water paid. Onsite laundry.

Pets allowed with additional deposit. For more information, please call 515205-1415.

THREE BEDROOM house.

Garage, basement. AC, dishwasher. $675 plus $675 deposit. References & background checked.

No Pets, Non-Smokers.

641-792-7605.

FOR SALE

1 PAIR tires, 225 60 16R, Dunlop signature, good tread $75. pr. 641-7927506.

10 FT. Jon boat with accessories.

641-7911126.

7 DRAWER tool box, 4 jack stands, 6 ton, air wrenchs, sanders, air chisels, ratchets, sockets, Ryobi weed eater $80. John Deere riding mower, L120, 48” deck, 20hp, hydro, 370 hours $1100. White riding mower 19hp, 50” cut, hydro $1000. 641-521-5141.

EAR CORN, pet food or big animal feed. Firewood, any amount, camping ready, up to truck loads, Call any time. 641-4170195.

FOR SALEElectric wheelchair, Pronto M41, perfect condition $1000.

641-792-5020.

FOR SALE: all wood futon with best mattress, used very little, purchased at Slumberland, $150, larger dorm refrig, used 8 mos., $100, large navy blue couch, cost $1000, selling for $250. Also selling many flowers due to my health.

Many hybrids and unusual plants $5-$10. Bring shovel and containers. Call Barb Heater 641 840 1052.

OLD ANTIQUE brass ext. large bottle $100. Near new Genesis 26” 21 speed bicycle, large seat, speedometer, rear view mirror $100. 641-7927571.

SEARS PRO Form XP 550 treadmill exerciser, computerized, like new $400.

515-967-4475.

SMALL DORM refrigerator $35., beer signs, 2 vintage motorcycle helmets, large mounted fish, deer antlers, great for man cave, Kendell oil banners. 515971-9276.

FOR SALE

SMALL SCULPTURE of Queen Elizabeth II, sunlight activated right hand and wrist, in a royal solute.

A gift from Iowa Public TV. Reduced price for purchase. Call 792-3128.

TOPPER LEONARD, dark blue, 6x8, raised in back, nice. John Deere rider stx38 $600. 641-781-0617.

XBOX 360 Games - Battlefield 3 & Several Call of Duty $15/each. Grand Theft Auto V $25. 515-3137803 XBOX 360 Games - Several Call of Duty & Grand Theft Auto IV $15/each.

Grand Theft Auto V $25.

515-313-7803.

2002 DODGE Stratus ES107,000 miles, power seats, locks, and windows. $4,300. Call 641-751-7050 1999 ARCTIC Cat 4wheeler ATV, like new, runs great! $1950. 641831-3821. No calls after 8 pm.

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

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Aug. 5). The sun turns up your already unfair powers of attraction. Draw your boundaries and stick to them. Fall will be tricky: You’ll feel like you’re behind the ball, when really you’re ahead of the game. Get

AUTOMOTIVE

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

2013 HARLEY Davidson Ultra Glide Trike, low miles, many extras. Asking $28,500 OBO. 515-5376796

AUTOMOTIVE

FOR SALE

FREE OLD magazines, Mother Earth- organic garden, wood working and others, boat trailer $300. includes left boat and motor, tankless water heater, new in box $325. Working good refrigerator (3), make offer. Maytag square tub wringer washer, make offer. Clark floor sander, new bag $325., aluminum extension ladder, 18'-24' $75$80. Near new living room set, wood frame, reversible cushions $40. 641-2752424.

HOLLISTER UROSTOMY supples, 22 boxes of #18402 urostomy pouches, 24 boxes of # 14702 flanges, 10 overnight drain bags, 8 boxes of both pouches & flanges in one box. $150. 792-0367.

MAYTAG GAS stove, double oven, color bisque. $180. 641-275-5675.

SOLID OAK pedestal claw foot dining table, 48” wide with 2 leafs, 4 matching oak chairs, excellent condition. $550. 641-521-4875.

AUTOMOTIVE

2005 1 ton Dodge Ram, quad cab. Only 27k miles.

Trailer hitch included. $28000. 641-792-9652 1950 FORD 2 door, good body, needs restored. $3,600. or OBO. 641-2752424.

EMPLOYMENT

2014 Arctic Cat ATV XL550. Only 71 miles. Includes 3k lb winch, rare tungsten metallic color. Always stored indoors. Cost $11,200 new.

Asking $7,800. 641-990-9369

1993, 28' Holiday Rambler, travel trailer bumper hitch, has new tires, asking $5,000. 515-669-4966.

1956 Premier Lincoln 4 door car, body in great shape, interior excellent, air, at,. This car has been in a garage for 25 years, the last time it was started was 20 years ago, we know the brakes don't work, it would be a great car to restore. Asking price is six thousand dollars. No warranty. Can be seen in Newton, Iowa 50208 only serious buyers. Call 715891-2500.

1995 CORVETTE. 64K miles. Excellent condition. $11,000. 641-792-9652.

1997 CHEVROLET Silverado V6 power, air, 127K original miles, 8ft box with matching topper, very clean always garaged.

Regular cab $2,800 firm.

641-792-8073.

97' FORD F-250 XLT, 4x4, regular cab, power stroke diesel, needs some work. $2,500. 641-798-4402.

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

The Newton Daily News has an exciting part-time opportunity for a talented and energetic person to join our subscription sales team.

Duties include: selling print and digital subscriptions to the Newton Daily News, renewing existing subscriptions, selling and marketing our publications at community events and retail outlets, working with the circulation and marketing departments to develop and implement sales strategies.

The ideal candidate must possess a positive attitude, friendly presence, basic computer and typing skills, strong telephone skills, be an excellent communicator, be able to work in a fast paced environment and possess a solid work ethic.

You must possess and maintain a valid drivers license and proof of insurance.

Pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

Please send resume to:

Dan Goetz, Publisher 200 1st Ave E, P.O. Box 967, Newton, IA 50208 or email to: dgoetz@newtondailynews.com EOE • Skilled Iowa Employer

ARIES (March 21-April 19).

The difference between the way you are and the way you want people to think you are is a discrepancy for the ages.

Give yourself a break. It’s a human condition.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20).

Your best friends challenge your views and influence you either to take a stronger stand or change your mind. Bonus:

AUTOMOTIVE

2005 MONTANA Mountaineer 5th wheel 36ft camper. Used very little. $16,000. 641-792-9652

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

641-792-0860

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

The Quick Lane at Noble All American in Newton is looking for a well qualified technician.

Applicants must have experience in light duty automotive repair and maintnance. Position is full time with benefits and applicants must own their own tools.

Please apply in person with the service manager or call 641-787-9990 and ask for Matt Lane Located Exit 164 Off I-80 & Hwy 14 in Newton 641-787-9990 or 888-296-9873 www.nobleallamerican.com

Walmart in Newton is hiring for a full-time Asset Protection.

This position is for 2nd shift and pays $13 hrs.

Job responsibilities include detering and apprehending shoplifters.

Applicants may apply at http://hiringcenter.walmartstores.com

Residential Instructors

1983 HONDA VF1100C V65 Magna motorcycle.

116 horsepower. ¼ mile in less than 11 seconds. Water cooled. Shaft drive.

14,400+ one owner miles.

Owner's manual, Honda repair manual, and original magazine articles from 1983. Very good condition and very well maintained.

Ready to cruise. $3200 cash only. 641 521 5809.

EMPLOYMENT

a friend or mentor to point out the big picture. What you earn in October will help you with a big purchase. Virgo and Sagittarius people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 6, 40, 12, 18 and 25.

AUTOMOTIVE

Walmart is an equal opportunity employer.

Subscription Sales & Marketing Coordinator

Astrograph

Torn between two lovers?

Stuck in the middle (with you)? If today were a song, it would be a ‘70s tribute to the feeling of being tugged from the left, fascinated from the right, pulled from the sky and sucked from the ground. To release the quicksand effect, relax into a back float. Tomorrow Mars moves into a helpful position.

AUTOMOTIVE

The heated conversation starts an evaporation process for your troubles.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21).

Pay attention to the people who cause you irritation, because they have something to teach you about your beliefs and attitudes. There is something necessary in this lesson -- otherwise you wouldn’t be bothered.

CANCER (June 22-July 22).

You’ll make a stunning first impression with whomever you meet. So why not introduce yourself to someone who has the power to hire you, promote you or buy what you’re selling at top dollar?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22).

Celebrate and enjoy the ease of communication that comes with this cosmic passage. To be heard and understood is a wonderful occurrence and not as common as it should be.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

The facts that stressed you out yesterday may still be the same today; however, your reaction will likely be quite different.

It turns out all the stress was optional.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You will feel that you haven’t done enough, that you could do better. Sure, there’s room for growth. There always is. And yet you are perfectly in sync with the universe.

Progress Industries is looking for responsible, outgoing, and open-minded people to provide direct support and teach life skills to adults with disabilities.

Day, evening and overnight shifts available for full-time, part-time and on call positions.

May be required to work every other weekend.

Should have strong computer skills, valid IA driver’s license and insured vehicle, be at least 18 years old, have a HS Diploma or equivalent.

Apply in person, 1017 E 7th Street North or on-line www.progressindustries.org.

EOE Contact Jane Johnson 641-791-2888 with questions

State Savings Bank in Baxter, Iowa is seeking a full-time Teller; benefits are available with this position. The most qualified applicant will hold a High School degree or GED with prior related banking experience preferred. The job duties include providing customer service in person, by phone and via email.

Interested candidate should submit a resume to: State Savings Bank, Human Resources, 102 S. Main Street, Baxter, IA 50028 or attach and email a resume to jobs@statesavingsonline.com.

Individuals may also request an application using this email address.

JELD-WEN is hiring Production Employees!

JELD-WEN, Inc. Windows and Doors Divisions are now accepting applications for full-time 2nd and 3rd shift production positions. These are direct hire positions working for an innovative and forward thinking company.

Applicants should be dependable, quality conscious and safety oriented. Our skilled workforce uses state of the art equipment to produce high quality JELD-WEN vinyl windows, patio doors, exterior, interior and pre-hang doors to serve the Midwestern, Southern, and Western markets.

We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: • Wages up to $14.16/hr for general entry level positions • Advancement opportunities to higher skilled positions • 2nd and 3rd shift premium pay • Employee discounts • Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) • 401(k) If you are interested in joining the JELD-WEN Window or Doors Division, apply in person at either JELD-WEN Grinnell location- 820 Industrial Ave. or 911 Industrial Ave., Grinnell, Iowa 50112. In order to ensure a safe working environment, a pre-employment drug screen is required.

EOE

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

It will be both easy and necessary to change the dynamic of a certain relationship. All you have to do is agree with the other person. Once you’re in agreement, the other person will listen to you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The nature of fun is that it’s somewhat unpredictable and can’t be totally controlled.

If those two qualities don’t exist in the situation, you’ll be bored, and it won’t be your fault.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Patience is like bodybuilding: the muscles tire and tear in order to grow stronger. The ones who wear down your patience are also the ones who build it up.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20).

When you’re where you want to be, you close your eyes and minutes fly by flash-and-blur style. When you’re where you don’t want to be, the second hand drags.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’d like to give grandly to loved ones, but chances are what they really need from you isn’t grand at all. It’s small, specific and something only you can deliver.

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