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Crash with tractor leaves Baxter motorcyclist in serious condition

By Alex Olp Newton Daily News An accident involving a tractor and motorcycle Wednesday afternoon between Mingo and Baxter caused a temporary closure on Highway F17 and left one driver in critical condition.

The motorcyclist, 59-yearold Jeffrey Brennecke of Bax-

ter, was transported by air ambulance to Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. He remains in serious condition at Iowa Methodist. The driver of the tractor was Jeffrey Harder, 67, of Manchester.

He was not injured during the accident.

The incident occurred at approximately 3:45 p.m. on Highway F17 west of Baxter.

Vilsack to make Newton stop on Monday Newton Daily News Secretary of Agriculture and former governor of Iowa Tom Vilsack will make a stop in Newton Monday.

Vilsack will be leading a roundtable discussion and campaign stop for Hillary Clinton at 2 p.m. Monday at Uncle Nancy’s, 114 N. Second Ave. W. Those interested in attending are encouraged to RSVP at www.hillaryclinton.com/ events/view/7X7GZMO2Z637RZGU/ Vilsack

School board to talk bond issuance, annual convention

By Kate Malott Newton Daily News Newton Community School District Board of Education will host its regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the Beard Administration Center, 1302 First Ave. W. in Newton.

The meeting agenda is light with regular items and only few action items.

The board will consider the bond counsel engagement agreement

for the proposed issuance of a $10 million general obligation school bond. It will also consider the nomination of a NCSD board member for a candidacy on the IASB Board of Directors and representation at the 71st IASB Annual Convention Nov. 16-18.

The board will also discuss open enrollments and acknowledgment of Newton SCHOOL | 3A

According to the accident report from the Iowa State Patrol, both drivers were traveling westbound — the tractor on the north shoulder of the road and the 1995 Harley Davidson traveling behind within the boundaries of the lane.

The report indicates that the driver of the tractor looked over his shoulder before merging back into the

westbound lane, but did not see Brennecke approaching on his motorcycle. Brennecke then collided with the left rear tire of the tractor and was ejected from the bike.

According to the report, the tractor did not have a slow moving vehicle placard in place.

According to Jasper County Chief Deputy Duane

Rozendaal, the crash left both vehicles disabled causing the portion of the highway to close until 5:30 p.m.

Responders to the call were Iowa State Patrol, Baxter Police, Baxter Fire and EMS and the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office.

Contact Alex Olp at aolp@newtondailynews.com

Employee costs remain a warning trend for local government

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News When year end numbers are calculated, local governments find out if they have generated an operating surplus or deficit. After several years of running at a deficit, in 2016 the city again had an operating surplus, its first substantial surplus since 2010.

Operating Deficit or Surplus By definition, an operating surplus develops when current revenues exceed current expenditures while an operating deficit is when the reverse occurs.

“An operating surplus or deficit may be created intentionally, by a policy decision, or unintentionally, because of the difficulty of precisely predicting revenues and expenditures or trends in the underlying local and national economies,” city senior analyst Natalie Umsted said. “Deficits are usually funded from designated fund balances; surpluses are usually used to increase fund balances.”

The indicator is important to measure, Umsted said, because a pattern of deficits can be one of the first signs of an imbalance between revenues and expenditures.

While operating at a deficit in any one year is not necessary a cause for concern, frequent or increasing deficits can indicate that current revenues are not support current expenditures. If that is detected, serious problems may be in the future.

“If the city continues to have

City reversing trends for operating deficits Jamee A. Pierson/Daily News City officials have been working to reverse a trend in recent years of running an operating deficit. In 2016, the city had its first substantial surplus in more than five years.

deficits, even small ones, it should re-evaluate its operating budget so that it does not come to rely on pulling from designated funds to cover operating expenditures,” Umsted said.

Unreserved Balance Fund To help offset deficits in the city, an unreserved fund balance is kept. The funds are also used to provide financial cushion against natural disasters, insurance loss,

unexpected large-scale capital expenditures, uneven cash flow, or additional similar events.

As a way to plan for the future and secure stable funding for the city, in 2012 the city council passed a resolution where the budget would provide for an unassigned fund balance of 25 percent of the estimated annual revenues REVENUE | 3A

Newton snow removal ordinance to be modified

By Jamee A. Pierson Newton Daily News A proposed change to the city’s snow removal ordinance will require parked vehicles to be moved from the street when there is 2 inches of snow accumulation. The first reading of the ordinance passed at Monday’s city council meeting.

The current parking snow ordinance prohibits File Photo A change in the city’s snow removal ordinance will have vehicles in all areas of the city, except for downtown, vehicles from parking on moved off of the street when snow accumulation reaches 2 inches. That is a change from the current ordinance the streets, except in the downtown district, from which has vehicles off of the street from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.

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The Newton Daily News recently visited Berg Middle School and asked students:

Teen Talk What’s something you look forward to doing each fall?

“Raking leaves.”

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“Sleeping.”

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“Play in leaves with friends.”

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Students had summer stint as ‘medical Cards’ Two NHS seniors spent part of June at medical conference

By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News Many Newton High School graduates have gone on to professions that involve national or international conferences. Two students who haven’t even graduated from NHS yet can already boast of having gone to such a conference.

Hannah Yeager and Tierra McNeeley are Newton High School seniors who plan to become trained in medical fields. Both were able to attend the Congress for Future Medical Leaders in Lowell, Mass., near Boston in June, learning a great deal about what lies ahead in medicine and in their pursuits of medical careers.

“I received an invitation in the mail to go to the conference,” Yeager said. “The conference was quite costly but I learned so much from my experience there.”

The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research fields. McNeeley and Yeager were chosen based on their academic achievement at NHS, leadership potential and determination to serve humanity in the field of medicine.

Menu What’s cooking the week of Oct. 10-14 Newton Schools Breakfast Menu Monday: Cereal, toast, cinnamon applesauce, 100% juice and milk. Tuesday: Breakfast pizza, peaches, 100% juice and milk. Wednesday: Breakfast frudel, orange slices, 100% juice and milk. Thursday: Sausage egg and cheese on a bagel, grapes, 100% juice and milk. Friday: Waffles with syrup, melon salad, 100% juice and milk.

Newton Schools Lunch Menu Monday: Creamed chicken on a biscuit, mixed vegetables, peaches and cottage cheese. Tuesday: Hot ham and cheese sandwich, tots, red pepper slices and dip and apple and orange slices. Wednesday: Chicken bacon wrap, black bean salsa, banana and tortilla chips. Thursday: Beef burger, baked fries, baby carrots and a pineapple melon salad. Friday: Pepperoni pizza, mixed salad, steamed green beans an pear slices.

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Submitted Photo Hannah Yeager, left, and Tierra McNeeley are Newton High School seniors who plan to become trained in medical fields. Both were able to attend the Congress for Future Doctors in Massachusetts in June, learning a great deal about what lies ahead in medicine and in their pursuits of medical careers.

During the three-day Congress, McNeeley and Yeager joined students from across the country, heard world-renowned, medal-winning speakers and heard stories told by patients

who are considered living medical miracles.

Some of the ongoing benefits of the Congress’s attendees are online social networks through which future doctors and medical

scientists can communicate, opportunities for students to be guided and mentored by physicians and medical students and communications EDUCATION | 10A

What’s happening the week of Oct. 10-14 Monday: 4:30 p.m., seventh grade volleyball against Knoxville at Berg Middle School; 6 p.m., junior varsity football against PCM at PCM High School; 7:30 to 9 p.m., school board meeting at Beard Administration Center. Tuesday: 4:15 p.m., seventh grade volleyball against Pella at Berg Middle School; 7 p.m., Boy Scouts at Aurora Heights. Wednesday: 7 a.m., CPR certification at Newton High School. Thursday: 7 a.m., CPR certification at Newton High School; 4:30 p.m., volleyball conference meet at Newton High School; 5:15 p.m., Campfire at Berg Middle School. Friday: 4:45 p.m., ninth grade football at West Des Moines Valley; 7:30 p;.m., varsity football at West Des Moines Valley. Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., drama practice at Newton High School.

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for both the general fund and enterprise fund.

“The city has maintained its position of having an unassigned fund balance of 25 percent of estimated annual revenues per the financial policy,” Umsted said. “In 2015 and 2016, the city of Newton has ended the fiscal year with an ending fund balance very close to the 25 percent target. This has resulted in a limited amount of funds available for appropriation at the end of the fiscal year.”

The council also put in measures should the unreserved balance fund end the fiscal year below 20 percent or 10 percent of revenues. A plan for expenditures reduction and/ or revenue increases will be submitted should it fall below 20 percent. If it were go below 10 percent, the city will take immediate measures to rebuild the balance within two fiscal years.

If the unreserved balance fund exceeds 25 percent at the end of the fiscal year, the excess money can be used for one-time expenditures.

Employee Costs Per Capita An area where the city is seeing warning trend concerning funds is the increase in employee costs per capita. Personnel costs are a major portion of the city’s operating budget and having an increase may show the government is becoming more labor intensive, personnel productivity is declining or the population is changing in a way that requires more services out of the local government.

In the past two years, personnel costs, including salaries and benefits, have increased by almost $1 million. Some of those costs can be attributed to the fire department implementing a part-time staffing program and an increase to the number of employees on each shift. Another new addition is the new community marketing manager.

Factors in personnel changes that impact the numbers include low turnover rates in 2015, annual raises for employees and additional minor staffing changes.

“Considering this indicator, the city cannot simply view increasing employee costs as an inherently negative trend,” Umsted said. “An investment in employees can also indicate a commitment by the government to target problems.”

leave big piles of snows,” public works operations superintendent Jody Rohn said.

The change will help clear the roads if a snow event should occur during the day when residential on-street parking currently prevents crews from effectively clearing the road. It would also get the snow off of the road quicker, preventing a large build up of snow which can occur when crews waited until the overnight hours for the vehicles to be moved, he said The change comes after receiving many

School Continued from Page 1A athletic trainer Matt Scotton as the Iowa High School Athletic Association 2016 Sports Medicine Award.

Also at the meeting: • Department supervisor reports from Cristy Croson, food service; Curt Roorda, transportation; Jack Suttek, maintenance; Dan Sloan, technology; Gayle Isaac, business services and Bob Callaghan, human resources.

• Consider fundraiser requests from After Prom about dances after home basketball

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

complaints from citizens during snow events and a review of the current snow removal operations.

“A lot of the complaints that we get from citizens is about the neighbor who left their car on the street and now there is a big bump that has been drove over many times and turns into a giant chunk of ice,” Rohn said.

Mayor Mike Hansen asked if there are houses in the city where citizens are not able to get the cars off of the road. Rohn said there are a few areas where there is no off street parking available, but there are not set areas that have the restriction.

It was also suggested by several council mem-

games, NHS Cheerleading about a vendor fair, NHS girls and boys cross country Haunted Fun Run, NHS Student Council about senior yard signs and NHS Yearbook about a Pizza Ranch tip night.

• Consider a request for out of state travel for the National FFA Convention Oct. 1922 in Indianapolis, Ind. Future meeting dates include a board work session at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 24 and a regular board meeting at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 24, both at the Beard Administration Center.

Contact Kate Malott at 641-792-3121 ext. 6533 or kmalott@newtondailynews.com

bers to have a grace period during the transition to give citizens time to acclimate to the change.

Rohn recommended illegally parked vehicles be given a warning during the first two snow events after the change.

“It is not our goal to ticket people, our goal is to have the cars off the street so we can do our job for the citizens,” Rohn said.

To notify citizens and visitors, new signage will be placed at multiple entrances to the city. The snow will be measured at the Public Works building with notification available through the Snow Line at 641-791-SNOW. While working on the proposed change, the city

researched several other city’s snow ordinance policies to see where Newton fell in regulations.

Rohn said Boone is also at 2 inches, while Perry begins snow removal at a half an inch. In general, they found that most city ordinances are more restrictive than what the city of Newton is currently enforcing.

“It is a service that is well needed in our community and we appreciate your staff that has to deal with it,” Hansen said.

Two additional readings of the ordinance is required before it is formally adopted.

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

OWLS host Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge tour Newton Daily News Jasper County Conservation Board will host an Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors tour at the Neal Smith Wildlife Refuge near Prairie City on Wednesday.

After coffee time, the group will watch a movie about the refuge, view the exhibits and listen to refuge staff talk about current projects and programs taking place. The morning will end with a driving tour through the

bison and elk enclosure.

The group will meet in the lobby of the refuge’s visitor center at 9:30 a.m.

Please preregister for this program by calling Jasper County Conservation at 641-792-9780.

The OWLS program is a conservation program that encourages seniors to stay active and learn new things about the natural world.

For more information, contact the Jasper County Conservation Board office at 641-792-9780.

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drive down the highway surrounded by calm fields. They’re golden now, a warm, earthy, wheat color only the sun can produce. The land is ready for the farmers’ harvest, and soon it will be time to pick up and go home.

The change of autumn inspires reflection and reminds me of the past year, the harvest, the work and the first farmer I ever knew — Jim Schnell.

Growing up, Jim was my best friend’s dad. His daughter, Amy, and I went to Thomas Jefferson, and she lived outside of town in a nice, white home that sat on a farm complete with a small pond and a black lab, Jasper. I loved the simplicity, peace and freedom of life on the

Write On Kate Malott acreage compared to that in town.

My dad died just before I could remember, so I was happy to witness Jim as an example. I admired his craftsmanship. Jim was a builder, not just of crops but of wood. He built on an addition to the house for his family, making it double in size. I admired his character. Jim was fun, playful and easy-going. He had a relaxed, humble and soft spirit with a great love for his wife, his daughter, his son and his parents.

September is the anniversary month of his death. It’s been 10 years now, 10 harvests. The onset of fall is a subtle reminder of him, but a few other events have made me think of Jim recently, too.

I ran into his son Kyle at the grocery store. I saw him from across the store, many aisles away, and I thought it was Jim at first glance, just for a moment of course.

When we came to each other in passing, I told him he looked like his dad, which he does quite a bit. It’s certainly a compliment — Jim was a handsome person.

Then, Linda Klepinger called and asked if I would fill in as a docent during the annual Centre for Arts and Artists fifth grade art tour.

She told me a story about a woman who had commissioned a sculpture for her late son who died in an ultralight accident, and I would be at the library speaking about the sand pendulum sculpture and this man. It was Jim Schnell.

And then I went to church where we did something I don’t remember ever doing in the past — maybe I hadn’t been paying well enough at-

tention. We said a unique prayer for the harvest of lands and its farmers. It was beautiful. Part of it is as follows: “O gracious Father, who openest thine hand and fillest all things living with plenteous ... show thy loving kindness, that our land may give her increase, and save us from selfish use of what thou givest.”

As I come to an end of my reflection of Jim, I think about what a great life he lived, how much he gave to his loved ones and his land. I harvest what he taught: to enjoy the simple things, don’t take life too seriously and that a thankful one bears plenty harvest.

Farmers will soon pick up and go home for the year, and the harvest will end. Every autumn, as I drive down the highway and look out at the fields, I will be reminded of the first farmer I ever knew.

Contact Kate Malott at kmalott@newtondailynews.com

So Anyway Dana King

They call it puppy love Editor’s Note: The column originally published Nov. 13, 2015 I love my dogs. We currently have three canines living at our house, maybe I should say IN our house.

Nearly 300 pounds worth. I have dubbed myself the Pied Pipper of dogs — when I leave a room, they’re right behind me. When I go upstairs, they’re right behind me. Even I am amazed at the spell I seem to cast over my “girls.” They absolutely adore me.

We never hit our animals, I mean NEVER. We also have never punished them by putting them in their kennels. In fact, when they were puppies, my girls used to walk right in to their kennels to take naps — the doors were always left open. Now that they’re grown, they use the couch, my bed, a comfy chair ... you get the idea. Oh yes, they’re very spoiled and yes, we vacuum a lot. And I mean A LOT. A dog’s only goal in life is to love us and make us happy, so a stern voice is all it takes to let my girls know I’m not pleased with something they may have done. Believe me, they get that message loud and clear.

First, there’s Aspen — my 4-year-old Golden Retriever. She is the kindest animal I’ve ever encountered. Our cats even snuggle with her. She’s so smart and very laid-back. If we had a pet friendly office at work, I’d have her with me in a heartbeat. She loves to be by my side at all times.

Then there’s Cricket, our silly, little ghost-detecting Jack Rat. If you’ve never been around a Jack Russell or Rat Terrier let me just say they have a lot of energy. She loves to run and play frisbee. And if a rabbit or squirrel dare enter my yard, it certainly won’t leave in the same condition ... alive. She’s actually hubby’s dog but it’s obvious, I’m her favorite. It’s my lap she prefers, and I’m the one she snuggles next to in bed at night.

Hubbs felt a bit left out when it came to our furkids. They love him, but they love me more. Period.

He figured a remedy to this situation would be to get another dog, one that would be all his.

So anyway...

I went home from work one evening last winter.

There stood hubby in the doorway. I can only describe the look on his face as delight ... mixed with sheer terror — something was up. He led me into the family room and take a wild guess as to what was sitting next to his recliner? A bloodhound. Belle the bloodhound — a 4-year-old, slightly overweight dog, with enough excess skin to upholster my couch.

To put it kindly, I was not at all pleased with his acquisition. There had been no prior discussion of bringing another canine into the fold. He kept using the excuse she was being “re-homed” with us, which honestly tugged at my heart a bit, but still! There she was, this bag of drooling flesh in the form of a dog, sitting there, looking so sad, wrinkly and forlorn.

It didn’t take long for me to warm to her and forgive what’s-his-name. Belle the bloodhound is a very quiet, somewhat timid girl. If you aren’t familiar with the breed, let me forewarn you, they are a slobbery lot. We’re constantly wiping her jowls, their barks are comical, their ears are too long and always wet, their feet are huge and their eyes will melt your heart.

Oh, and guess what? I’m her favorite.

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Why our kids are coming in last place The United States, anyone could reasonably argue, has the most accomplished elite athletes in the world. The best evidence? In Rio this past summer, young American men and women finished at a comfortable first place in the Olympic final medal tally.

But what if we compared nations on the fitness of average young people, not elite athletes?

How would the United States stack up then?

Not too well, concludes a global study just published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. This new research — conducted by a team of academics from Canada, the United States, and Australia — looked at the fitness levels of 1.1 million young people aged 9 to 17, from 50 different nations.

In this competition, young people in the United States didn’t finish first. They finished an appalling 47th out of 50.

“If all the kids in the world were to line up for a race,” report author Dr. Grant Tomkinson summed up, “the average American child would finish at the foot of the field.”

How could the United States, a nation that prides itself on nurturing Olympic champions, have an overall population of young people so unfit?

The new study doesn’t answer that question directly. But it does make a fascinating connection. In nations with small-

Another View Sam Pizzigati er gaps between rich and poor, young people show higher levels of fitness.

Income inequality, as the study puts it, appears to be a “strong structural determinant of health” in children and youth.

This linkage won’t surprise anyone who’s been following research on inequality. In recent years, investigators have detailed that people in societies with lower levels of inequality live longer than people in nations with high inequality, like the United States.

Residents of more equal nations also trust each other more, bully each other less, and enjoy better mental health.

But why should social indecency and ill health thrive in unequal places? And, more pointedly, what explains the link between inequality and youth fitness?

No one knows for sure, but analysts have some ideas.

Some lean toward a fiscal explanation. In unequal nations, they point out, wealth and political power tend to concentrate in the hands of an awesomely affluent few. These privileged individuals typically don’t use public services and often resent

having to pay taxes to help fund them.

In deeply unequal nations, this combination of political power and resentment ends up generating government budgets that gut public services the rich seldom use — everything from public parks to public education.

Amid the resulting fiscal austerity, public parks start closing.

Public schools start charging parents hefty fees if their kids want to play school sports.

As a result, fewer kids get to play and exercise. A top-heavy distribution of wealth translates, in effect, into less-active childhoods.

Other analysts take a more physical approach and focus on the stress that inequality inevitably generates. This ongoing stress pounds relentlessly on our immune systems. And the things we take for relief from that pounding — drugs or sugar-packed snacks, for instance — typically leave us less fit.

Both these fiscal and physical explanations have merit. And both help us understand the importance of doing all that we can to reduce inequality.

If we want to see all kids have the chance to become champions in life, we’ll need to start adopting, as the authors of the new global fitness study conclude, “policies aimed at reducing the gap between rich and poor.”

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Obituaries Lael Taft Sept. 26, 2016 Lael Taft of Surprise, Ariz., formerly of Newton, died Monday, Sept. 26, 2016.

Born a n d raised in L incoln, N e b . , Lael had a 37 year career

Chrystal Lehfeld Oct. 4, 2016 Chrystal (Ebert) Lehfeld, 86, formerly of Kellogg, died Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2016, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

Chrystal was the daughter of Gus and Amelia Ebert. Born in the Gilman area, the family later moved near Kellogg. She attended the Rushville County School and graduat-

Thomas Leo Jackson Oct. 5, 2016 Thomas “Tom” Leo Jackson, 59, of Reasnor, died Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016, at VA Central Iowa Healthc a r e System in Des Moines.

A visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 10 at the Wallace Family Funeral

Evelyn L. Osborn Oct. 5, 2016 Evelyn L. Osborn, 90, of Cedar Rapids, formerly of Newton, passed a w a y peacefully Oct. 5, 2016, in Cedar Rapids, w h i l e s u r rounded by her family. Her funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday,

with the Maytag Company in Newton. He held a number of different roles including manager of service training and commercial regional sales manager. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed Nebraska football, playing golf with friends at Newton Golf and Country Club, traveling in the motorhome with his wife, Pat, studying family genealogy and

spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Patricia; and his brother Loren Taft. He is survived by three children, Debra (Brian) Baker of Norwalk, Diane (Art) Nelsen of Surprise, Ariz., and David (Melissa) Taft of Lake Mills; brother Elvon “Al” (Pat) Taft of Lincoln, Neb.; and a sister, Arlene (Les) Thomas of Elm Creek,

Neb.; as well as six grandchildren, Nathan and Nick Baker, Emily and Lindsay Stoffel and Kaylee and Emma Taft.

A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at the First Presbyterian Church in Newton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org or 3628 Prairie Sage Drive, Norwalk, IA 50211.

ed from Kellogg High School in 1948, and later from Central College. She started her first teaching career at Gilman, with her twin sister, Carol.

Charles Lehfeld and Chrystal were married in 1951, at the Kellogg Lutheran Church.

Their first home was at Oakland, where they both taught for several years. They later moved to Des Moines, where their three children continued their education at Iowa State. Following

her husband’s death, she moved to Calvin Community for several years.

Chrystal is survived by her three children, Dan Lehfeld of Houston, Texas, William “Bill” Lehfeld of Corpus Christi, Texas and Kristan (Steve) Santema of Frisco, Texas; two grandsons, Scot Santema and Brett Santema; two granddaughters, Lauren (Brian) Baker and Lindsay (Luke) Robinson; two great-grandsons, Ben Baker and Emmet Rob-

inson. Also surviving are two sisters, Carmen (William) Gill, her twin Carol Vander Ploeg; and one brother, Gael ( Janet) Ebert.

Proceeding her in death were her parents; sister Joyce Parsons; brothers-in-law, Russell Parson and Mark Vander Ploeg; and her husband, Charles.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 7 at Westover in Des Moines. Visitation will be one hour before the service.

Home and Crematory.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Tom’s name may be left at the funeral home.

Tom, the son of Glenn A. and Maxine (Udelhoven) Jackson, was born Nov. 20, 1956, in Fort Carson, Colo.

He moved to Newton as a young boy and graduated from Newton High School in 1975. Tom served his country in the U.S. Marines and also took college classes at multiple colleges around Iowa.

Tom was united in marriage with Laurel

White Aug. 30,1986, in Reno, Nev. He worked was a self-employed long distance mover for more than 30 years.

Tom was a member of the Solon American Legion Stinocher Post 460. He adored his family and enjoyed being a lively contributor to the culture of the moving business, spending time with his “outlaws” on stops along the way.

Tom also loved his time spent fishing in Canada.

Those left to honor his memory are his wife, Laurel White-Jackson of Reasnor; daugh-

ter, Paloma Jackson of Reasnor; mother, Maxine Udelhoven of Newton; siblings, Carol Twedt and Mark Jackson; and half-siblings, Glenda Jackson and Valerie McArthur. He was preceded in death by his father, Glenn A. Jackson; step-father, Ed Frahm; half-brother, Glenn Jackson III; maternal grandparents, Leo and Alice Udelhoven; his parents-in-law who loved him like their own, Arthur and Dora White; and man’s best friend, Sandy, the Muttzenheimer.

Oct. 10 at Community Heights Alliance Church, 2500 S. 13th Ave. E. in Newton.

Her family will greet friends beginning at 10 a.m.

Evelyn Louise, the daughter of Cloyd Z. and Garnnet Marie (McLead) Ford, was born Sept.11, 1926, in Albia.

Evelyn is survived by her children, Gary (Marilou) Osborn of Oxford, Terrie (Darrell) Bahndorf of Cedar Rapids, and Elizabeth Adamson of Altoona;

six grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Violet Rouse and Sharon Miller; and her furbaby, JoJo. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Neal; son-in-law, Charles Adamson; grandson, Charles Adamson, Jr.; and sister, Eunice Fraker.

Memorial contributions may be given to her church.

Online condolences may be left at www.

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Doris R. Butler Oct. 5, 2016 Doris R. Butler, 86, died Oct. 5, 2016, at Heritage Manor in Newton. Services are pending and will be announced at a later date.

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Oct. 5, 2016 Tiffiny Dlouhy, loving wife, mother, daughter and friend, passed Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2016.

A funeral service will be at 11 a.m.

Monday, Oct. 10 at Lutheran Church of Hope in Ankeny. Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m.

Sunday at Lutheran Church of Hope in Ankeny.

Condolences and memories of Tiffiny may be shared with her family at www.AnkenyFuneralHome.com.

• Unwind at Five will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the former Speakeasy, 109 1st Ave. W. This evening’s entertainment is This Old Guitar. Open to the public, for ages 21 and older. A $2 cover includes complimentary non-alcoholic beverages. Wine, beer and food items available for purchase. This Unwind event sponsored by the Young Professionals of Jasper County.

• Garden Thyme Club will meet at 8:30 a.m.

Saturday at Deep Rock Station Gardens in Sully.

Contact the City Clerk at 594-3493 for more information.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 10 a.m.

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

• Jasper County Mental Health Awareness Walk will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at Berg Middle School Track in Newton.

• Heritage Day will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at Jasper County Historical Museum, 1700 S. 15th Ave. W. in Newton.

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

• Fall Festival and Chili Cookoff will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday at Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve in Newton. Visit www.jaspercountyconservation.com for more information.

• Reasnor United Methodist Church Soup Supper will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday at the church in Reasnor. Free will donation.

• Sunday Science program for children 6-10 will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge in Prairie City.

• Blessing of The Animals will begin at 4 p.m.

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

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Police Blotter Newton Police Department • Marcus W. Reeves, 18, of Newton, is charged with assault on persons in certain occupations after allegedly attempting to swing at a doctor and punch a police officer at 11 p.m.

Sept. 23. Police responded to an assault call at Reeves’ home at 800 S. Second Ave. W. where they found Reeves unresponsive. When he was transported to Skiff Medical Center, he started swinging at the doctor. Reeves also stood up and attempted to throw at least two punches directed at an officer.

• Ashley M. Augustine, 34, of Indianola, is charged with fifth-degree theft at 8:55 a.m.

Tuesday when Walmart employees found several items on her receipt didn’t match with items in her cart. The receipt showed a total of $3.06, and the items in her cart totaled $142.88.

• Melissa Sioux Yellow Elk, 26, of Newton, was arrested at 11:27 a.m. Oct. 5 for a probation violation in reference to a controlled substance violation.

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Temper tantrum puts an end to 15-year-long friendship DEAR ABBY: I am having to part ways with someone I have known for 15 years. This person has done many good things for me. On the other hand, he has also thrown more insults at me than anyone else in my lifetime. At the snap of a finger, this normally good-hearted person has insulted me, insisted I was wrong (when I wasn’t) or dumped cold water on something I was enthusiastic about.

A week ago, I approached him calmly and told him I was uncomfortable with his put-downs. Well, he threw an over-the-top temper tantrum the likes of which I have never seen, accused me of being “weak-kneed” and stomped away. I have finally had it.

I mentioned it to a friend who is a psychologist and he said this person has all the character traits of a raging narcissist. I’m now convinced this person will never change and I cannot understand the pettiness he reverts to. Can you comment? — BREAKING AWAY IN MIAMI DEAR BREAKING AWAY: If you feel it is better for you to distance yourself from this “friend,” then that’s what you should do. He may be a jackass; however, it is unwise to label someone who hasn’t been FORMALLY diagnosed as having a personality disorder.

DEAR ABBY: A year ago we had a house fire. While insurance put us up in housing, it took a while to find a place. That first month I didn’t know if I was coming or going. Dealing with insurance, contractors, family and a job was almost more than I could handle.

The last thing I needed to hear was, “What’s for dinner?”

If I have one piece of advice to offer to people who want to help friends, it would be, “Give them

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DAVENPORT — A 20-year-old Davenport man has been charged with fatally shooting his parents in their home.

Sean Michael Freese is facing two charges of first-degree murder for Wednesday’s shooting of 58-year-old Kevin Freese and 57-year-old Donna Freese.

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Two more arrested in connection with man’s death DUBUQUE — Authorities have arrested two more people in connection with an April home invasion and killing of a northeast Iowa man. U.S. Marshals arrested 30-year-old Eric D. Campbell in the Chicago area on Tuesday on first-degree murder and first-degree robbery charges.

Calumet, Illinois police arrested 30-yearold Savanna R. Stotlar on a warrant for second-degree robbery. Both were charged in connection with the robbery and shooting death of 21-year-old Collin A. Brown.

DES MOINES — Four Iowa men will serve shorter prison sentences after President Barack Obama granted them clemency. Michael J. Bertram of Dumont, will serve 14 of 20 years and Nicholas J. Deering, of Des Moines, will have served about eight of his 18.5-year sentence. Rodger L. Moran, of Des Moines, was serving life for selling methamphetamine. His sentence was shortened to 20 years and Kenny Siepker of Carroll had six years knocked off his 31 years.

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COUNCIL BLUFFS — Friends of an Iowa farmer who died in July have come together to help with his final harvest.

LaVerne Burck, 59, died after being diagnosed with lung cancer, leaving his daughter Jessica about 1,300 acres in Pottawattamie County, south of Council Bluffs. About 30 of LaVerne’s friends and members of the farming community teamed up to harvest the field.

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Berg Middle School wins healthiest mascot contest School wins $1,000 to use for health and fitness project

By Kayla Langmaid Newton Daily News Berg Middle School earned more than enough votes Wednesday to secure a $1,000 win through a statewide contest to promote health and fitness.

Berg squared off with 32 schools beginning Sept. 7 during a contest with the Iowa Healthiest State Initiative.

The Healthiest State Initiative started in Iowa in 2010 with a goal of making Iowa the healthiest state by 2016. When it started, Iowa ranked as the 19th healthiest state in the nation by the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index, and has

since made it into the top 10.

Competition dwindled each week as supporters voted for their school in a bracket matchup format online.

Berg coordinator of the event and PE teacher Ashley Ryan said the overall point of the contest is for students to learn that fitness and nutrition have lifetime benefits.

Students and staff were encouraged Wednesday afternoon to participate in “BMS Step it Up!” by embarking on a fall fitness walk for 30 minutes on the track, around the community and at Agnes Patterson Park.

The five rounds of voting also came to a close Wednesday afternoon, and students were anxious to know the outcome.

“We had a lot of kids come in and ask ‘what’s the count?’’”

Ryan said.

Ryan said the first two voting rounds in September were pretty close, but as Berg spread

Heritage Day at Jasper County Historical Museum is Saturday The Jasper County Historical Museum will host its Heritage Day event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 1700 S. 15th Ave. W. in Newton.

The celebration will feature musical entertainment, food, portrayals of early citizens, games and more. The steam engine will also be shut down for the winter but fired up again next summer for the Fourth of July parade.

the word, it gained momentum.

“We were winning by 10 points or so, but we got more votes as the word go out,” Ryan said.

Students spread the word by making signs for the Homecoming football game to encourage the community to vote, and it paid off when Berg won 400 more votes than North Butler Middle School.

Though no specific plans have been established for what project the money will be used for, Ryan said the school is looking into new equipment that would empower students to make positive choices, meet challenges and develop positive behaviors in fitness, wellness and movement activity for a lifetime.

“I’m proud of the community and people who spread the word which was awesome for us,” Ryan said. “We had people voting in different states — it was awesome to see people

Submitted Photo Students participate in a recent walk at Berg Middle School along with the Newton Cardinal school mascot.

come together and vote.”

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Holiday Closure at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge The Prairie Learning Center at the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge will be closed Oct. 10 in observance of Columbus Day. The walking trails, Prairie Parkway bike trail and the auto tour route that goes through the bison and elk enclosure will remain open from dawn to dusk. Call 515-994-3400 or email Cheryl_Groom @fws.gov for more information.

Submitted Photo Colette Ergenbright was the grand prize winner of the Newton Main Street 50/50 raffle on Sept. 22. Ergenbright brought home $2,700 with the other half of the money going to Main Street.

Contact Kayla Langmaid at 641-792-3121 ext.

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Prison for sorority secretary who mishandled funds DES MOINES (AP) — The long-time secretary of a women’s sorority group that focuses on personal integrity and service to others has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for taking more than $1.6 million over 14 years from the organization.

Andrea G. Baker of Elkhart was sentenced Thursday to 27 months in prison and ordered to pay $1.66 million in restitution to the Ames chapter of the Chi Omega Alumnae Association.

She asked for a sentence of home confinement instead of prison.

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Pumpkin Decorating Contest Entries Accepted Oct. 14-21 — Decorate a pumpkin or gourd as your favorite book character. Pumpkins may be painted, dressed, or accessorized, but not carved.

Entries will be accepted for Youth/Family and Adult categories, and should be dropped off at the library between Oct. 14 and 21. The public will vote for winners in both categories beginning Oct. 21. Winners will receive a Halloween treat basket. Call 641-792-4108. eBooks for Everyone 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday — Drop in to learn how to

Newton Public Library Rebecca Klein download library eBooks to your device for free. Attendees should bring their Newton Public Library card, device and charger.

Winter Clothing Drive Donations Accepted Oct. 17-29 — During the month of October, the library is collecting NEW cold weather clothing for children ages 6-18. Donated clothing will be given to Newton Commu-

nity Schools, to be distributed to local children in need.

Donations may be dropped off at the circulation desk anytime between Oct. 17 and 29.

Items being collected include: sweaters, gloves, coats, hats, socks and scarves. Contact Becca Klein at 641-792-4108 with questions.

Art on a Cart 2 p.m. Oct. 17 — Join us for an afternoon of painting.

This creative, hands on program, features a new craft or art project each month and is designed to be inclusive of adults of all abilities. All materials provided.

Cookbook Club 6 p.m. Oct. 24 — Explore a new cookbook each month.

Check in with the information desk to select a recipe or choose a recipe of your own, then bring your dish to the monthly potluck. This month’s theme is baking and participants will have the opportunity to swap baked goods. Call 641-792-4108.

Candyland at the Library 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 27 — Visit our life sized Candyland and trick-or-treat during Newton Main Street’s Halloween celebration. Contact Phyllis Peter at 641-792-4108 with questions.

Haunted Iowa with Terry Fisk Noon Oct. 29 — Discover Iowa’s spookiest people and places with paranormal investigator and author, Terry Fisk.

Five Free Song Downloads a Week Freegal Music now allows five free song downloads a week. These songs are yours to keep and all you need is a library card. Go to www.freegalmusic.com to download music today or download the Freegal Music app through your app store. Find today’s newest hits along with hits from the past. Songs are MP3 and iTunes compatible.

IDNR: Fall urban trout stocking begins Oct. 13 Seventeen locations across Iowa are gearing up to receive trout this fall. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will release between 1,000 to 2,000 rainbow trout at each location as part of its cool weather trout program that brings trout to areas that cannot

support them during the summer months.

“Grab your neighbors, friends and kids and try trout fishing this fall,” said Joe Larscheid, chief of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Bureau. “It’s time well spent. The fish are here, easy to catch

and good to eat.”

The fall urban trout stockings are a great place to take kids to catch their first fish. Trout can be caught using the most basic fishing gear. A small hook with a nightcrawler or corn under a small bobber to casting small simple spinners such as a

panther martin or mepps is all that is needed to get in on the fun.

Bringing trout to cities and towns offers a “close to home” option for Iowans who might not normally travel to northeast Iowa to discover trout fishing. A family friendly event is often paired

with the stocking to help anglers have success and fun while fishing.

The popular program is supported by the sales of the trout fee. Anglers need a valid fishing license and pay the trout fee to fish for or possess trout. The daily limit is five trout per licensed

angler with a possession limit of 10.

Children age 15 or younger can fish for trout with a properly licensed adult, but they must limit their catch to one daily limit. The child can purchase a trout fee which will allow them to catch their own limit.

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Hurricane Matthew spares South Florida, pushes north CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Matthew scraped Florida’s Atlantic coast early Friday, toppling trees onto homes and knocking out power to a half-million people but sparing some of the most heavily populated stretches of shoreline the catastrophic blow many had feared.

Authorities warned that the danger was far from over, with hundreds of miles of coastline in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina still under threat of torrential rain and dangerous storm surge as the hurricane pushed north.

“Remember, it could be the worst of it is yet to come,” Gov. Rick Scott said in the morning.

Matthew was downgraded to a Category 3 hurricane overnight, and its storm center hung just offshore as it moved up the Florida coastline, sparing communities

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Matthew left more than 280 people dead in its wake across the Caribbean.

As it moved on to Florida, it largely skirted the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Palm Beach areas of over 7 million people and hugged closer to the coast farther north, menacing such communities as Vero Beach, Daytona Beach, Cape Canaveral and Jacksonville.

Some people who refused to evacuate were stranded and called for help early Friday but were told to stay put until conditions improved enough for paramedics and firefighters to get to them, said emergency operations spokesman David Waters in Brevard County, the home of Cape Canaveral.

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Memphis, Tenn., though she hasn’t picked out a college degree program yet.

The cost of traveling to Massachusetts was Yeager’s first obstacle.

“I was able to receive a scholarship, through the conference, for $500, and then from there, my mom paid the rest,” Yeager said.

McNeeley said she, too, was first notified by mail that she’d been chosen for the conference.

“I received a letter in the mail and

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Yeager’s aspirations in the medical field are fairly specific. She said she’s going to specialize in pediatric oncology and hopefully one day work at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in

I told my mom that I wanted to attend,” McNeeley said. “For the cost, my mom made it happen because she knew it was really important for me to attend the Congress.”

Yeager said the conference broadened her mind about what’s possible in her medical career.

“This experience has helped me spread my wings and become interested in trying something new,” she said.

McNeeley said the trip helped af-

firm a medical field is where she sees herself within the next few years.

“The trip taught me that being a doctor is definitely the field I want to end up in,” McNeeley said. “The most important thing I learned there was that failure is a key part of life and that I shouldn’t let it discourage my dreams; failure is a huge part of success.”

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NHS athletic trainer receives IHSAA sports medicine award

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Matt Scotton, athletic trainer for Newton High School, has been named recipient of the 2016 Sports Medicine Award from the Iowa High School Athletic Association, which was announced this week.

Scotton is a physical therapist at Kinetic Edge and the Newton clinic manager. He has served as athletic trainer

for Newton High since 1994.

Scotton was nominated for the award by Newton High Athletic Director Scott Garvis.

“I am honored to work with such an amazing person,” Garvis said. “Matt is truly the epitome of the term servant leader. He works tirelessly to assure our student-athletes are safe and communicates with our staff on a daily basis.

He is an integral part of the Newton athletic department.”

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Matt Scotton, who works at Kinetic Edge in Newton, serves as the Newton High School athletic trainer. He visits with NHS junior running back Jaron Roush during a football game this season after Roush was tackled.

Scotton will receive the award during halftime of the Class 3A championship football game on Nov. 17 at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls.

“It’s an honor to receive this award, especially for doing a job I love to do,” Scotton said.

For 22 years, Scotton has been working with Newton High athletes. He also worked as high school athletic trainer for Colfax-Mingo from 1999 to 2009.

Scotton, who grew up near Shenandoah, earned his bachelor’s degree at Central College. His master’s degree is from the University of Iowa, and his doctorate degree is from Des Moines University.

“For the last five decades we have taken great pride in presenting this award to sports medicine personnel because of the valuable role they play in the success of education-based athletic programs. It is our pleasure to include Matt in this group of honorees,” IHSAA Executive Director Alan Beste said.

Scotton was the recipient of the 2015 Outstanding Sports Medicine Award given by the Iowa High School Athletic Directors Association.

“I became an athletic trainer because I tore my ACL in high school and discovered a passion to help people restore their health and abilities to activities they love,” Scotton said.

Prep cross country qualifying meet assignments are set

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Newton High’s cross country runners will see a new course for their 2016 Class 4A state qualifying meet on Oct. 20.

With the announcement of the cross country state qualifying meet assignments, the Cardinal teams are competing on the Seminole Valley Cross Country Course in Cedar Rapids. The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union and the Iowa High School Athletic Association released the assignments Thursday.

Newton will join meet host Cedar Rapids-Kennedy, Cedar Rapids-Jefferson, Cedar Rapids-Washington, Epworth-Western Dubuque, Iowa City High, Linn-Mar, Muscatine and Ottumwa in a 4A meet at Seminole Valley.

Collins-Maxwell/Baxter and Prairie City-Monroe were assigned to the Class 2A meet on the Central College course at Pella. Other teams in the qualifier are Albia, Aplington-Parkersburg, Centerville, Central Lee, Davis County,

Seeing the good is always better B

ad news always leads. The sports world is no exception to that journalistic axiom.

Working at a weekly newspaper or small daily newspapers my entire 37year journalistic career, I’ve looked at sports news differently. I take what my parents always told us to heart — see the good in all people. I’ve tried to see the good in all situations when I’m recounting the game story even in losses.

It’s not as if I grew up with only hearing good news. I realize the bad news also has to be told. Reading the Kansas City Star and Topeka Capital-Journal were staples in my family along with having the national news on at 5:30 p.m. each night on the television and the local — usually out of

Dike-New Hartford, East Marshall, Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont, GCGR, Mid-Prairie, Pella Christian, Van Buren and West Marshall.

Colfax-Mingo and Lynnville-Sully will be in the Class 1A qualifying meet hosted by Ankeny Centennial.

Other teams in the meet are Ankeny Christian, Belmond-Klemme, BGM, Cardinal, Colo-NESCO, Eagle Grove, HLV, Madrid, Martensdale-St. Marys, Melcher-Dallas, Meskwaki Settlement School, Montezuma, Moravia, Newman Catholic, Nodaway Valley, North Mahaska, Pleasantville, Sigourney, Southeast Warren, Tri-County, Twin Cedars, Wayne, West Fork, West Hancock and Woodard-Granger.

All qualifying cross country meets are on Oct. 20. The first three teams and the first 15 individuals at each meet — boys and girls — qualify for the state meet. The 2016 state cross country meet is Oct. 29 in Fort Dodge.

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The Pressbox Jocelyn Sheets Kansas City metro area — each night.

We were not sheltered from the bad news. I just learned along the way as I worked toward becoming the best community journalist as I could to find the good in the story. During my years in elementary and high school, our athletic teams did not have a great deal of success. It was tough losing games as bad as we did.

My parents always pointed out good things which happened in the games to my brothers who played and to the rest of us who were on the sideline cheering. I have to report a team lost a game, but always lean toward the positives of the players’ performance.

No one sets out to lose. Players and coaches practice to win and play to win.

Newton High football players had a

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Matt Scotton is in his 22nd year as athletic trainer for Newton High School. He is the 2016 IHSAA Sports Medicine Award recipient.

“I love athletic training for NHS because of the athletes, coaches and parents. Newton has an outstanding work ethic and emphasis on teamwork and character that makes working with these dedicated people a daily pleasure.”

Scotton said sometimes it is about just talking to athletes about taking care of small problems before they become injuries. He said when an injury does occur he educates athletes and parents about what to do next.

“My mission as Newton’s athletic trainer is to provide valuable advice to student athletes, and their parents, and coaches and facilitate important communications to restore health and education,” Scotton said.

Scotton and his wife, Sandy, have two daughters — Kora and Hannah — who were swimmers for Newton High.

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Help wanted: Newton Girls Softball Association needs infusion of board members

By Jocelyn Sheets Newton Daily News Providing girls ages 5 to 18 an opportunity to play softball during the summer, the Newton Girls Softball Association has become a fixture in Newton.

Unfortunately, the NGSA is wanting for board members for the 2017 season. Without new board members, current officers say the NGSA summer softball season is in jeopardy.

“There are 13 board positions — four are officers — and we have six or seven seats vacant for the new season. Being a board members requires a time commitment since we handle a lot of aspects throughout the year, not just in the summer,” NGSA out-going pres-

ident Chris Anderson said. “We have members leaving the board for several reasons. Some are leaving because their daughters have aged-out of the program and others because of life circumstances.”

Anderson said his tenure as president is up.

At 6:30 p.m. on Monday the NGSA board meets to elect officers at the Agnes Patterson Arboretum. Anderson said without a full board of directors, the 2017 season maybe canceled.

Anyone interested in becoming a board member may contact the NGSA by email at newtongsa@gmail.com or calling NGSA vice president Barb Greer at 641-990-7363.

“We encourage parents of the younger

tough go of it at Fort Dodge. The team played hard. The Cardinals moved the football, but had a couple of potential scoring drives stall out. Defensively, the Cardinals were never really settled into their normal flow, and the Dodgers took full advantage.

The loss hurt. Newton’s players were emotional afterward. They also resolved to work hard to be better in their next game.

After the football game, I came back to Newton on Saturday to see Newton High’s volleyball team have a pretty good day on its home court. The Cardinals have had an up-and-down season — more losses than wins.

On Saturday, the Cardinal volleyball players showed their mettle, going 4-1 and finishing second only to Class 4A top-ranked Pella. They battled back from deficits. They scrambled to save balls in play to score a point or keep a rally going.

They came back on Tuesday at home for Senior Night and played well again. The Cardinals lost to 14thranked Norwalk in three sets, but they

girls to become board members and stay on throughout their years in the leagues. Members have to be on the board one year to be eligible for an officer position — president, vice president, secretary and treasurer,” Anderson said. “Being on the board requires a time commitment, I won’t lie about that.”

Anderson said the NGSA averages 20 to 22 teams a year in five age divisions. The organization is responsible for maintaining equipment for the teams, and it has enough ball equipment for 25 teams. It maintains the ball fields at Agnes Patterson Memorial Park.

It operates the concession stand at Agnes Patterson during the season.

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were able to walk off the court knowing they gave it their all.

Newton/Colfax-Mingo/Pella’s Aquagirls, or as we know it as NCMP, have a smaller swim team this season, but they still do things the Aquagirl Way. Little things matter and the girls practice just as hard and compete just as hard this season, even though the team isn’t winning as many events or duals as in the past.

They swim to win. When the wins don’t come, the Aquagirls see they are improving with drops in times. They have two conference meets this season — the North Central Iowa Conference, which NCMP has won the team title four straight years, is Oct. 22. With the addition of Indianola to the Little Hawkeye Conference, there are four LHC girls’ swimming teams — NCMP, Indianola, Oskaloosa and Grinnell. Indianola will host the LHC meet on Oct. 18.

There’s always plenty of good news to spread. I like leading with it.

Contact Jocelyn Sheets at jsheets@newtondailynews.com

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SPORTS CALENDAR Friday Football Southeast Polk at Newton, 9th 4:45 p.m., varsity 7:30 p.m.

New London at Lynnville-Sully, 7 p.m. (HC) PCM at Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont, 7:30 p.m CMB at Aplington-Parkersburg, 7:30 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo at GMG, 7 p.m.

Saturday Volleyball PCM at Pella Invitational, 8 a.m.

CMB at BCLUW Invitational, 8:30 a.m.

Monday Cross Country Newton at Little Hawkeye Conference meet, 4 p.m., Indianola PCM, CMB at Heart of Iowa Conference meet, 4:30 p.m., Saydel Football Newton JV at PCM, 6 p.m.

Volleyball Keota at Lynnville-Sully, 5:30 p.m.

Sigourney at Colfax-Mingo, 5:30 p.m.

Knoxville at Newton 7th, 4:30 p.m.

Newton 8th at Knoxville, 4:30 p.m.

Tuesday Girls Swimming NCMP at Boone, 5:30 p.m.

Volleyball CMB at PCM, 7 p.m.

Football Pella at Newton 7th, 4:15 p.m.

Newton 8th at Pella, 4:15 p.m.

Thursday Volleyball Little Hawkeye Conference meet at Newton, 4:30 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo, Lynnville-Sully at SICL quadrangulars, TBD Saydel at CMB, 6:30 p.m.

Girls Swimming NCMP at Southeast Polk, 5 p.m.

Cross Country Colfax-Mingo, Lynnville-Sully at South Iowa Cedar League meet, 4:30 p.m., at BGM PCM at Saydel, 5 p.m.

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

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CMB girl harriers win seventh title

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News JEWELL — Another meet, another title for the Collins-Maxwell/Baxter girls cross country team.

The Class 2A No. 5 Raiders put five runners in the first 14 positions and won the Jim Klein Cross Country Invitational at Jewell Golf and Country Club.

Sophomore Brenna Thomson led the way for CMB with a third-place finish. The Raiders scored 40 points and best Class 3A Gilbert by 82 points.

The Tigers ran their junior varsity runners.

“We still have some room for improvement, and we need to fix some things before conference and regionals,” CMB coach Jerry Meinerts said.

“Gilbert will be running its varsity at conference, and our girls are looking forward to a chance to see where we stack up against them. We were hoping to do that tonight.”

Sophomore Ian Thomson led the CMB boys with a 13thplace finish.

The Raiders were 13th as a team though as they continue to work their way back from injuries.

Brenna Thomson had plenty of help in leading the Raiders to their seventh team championship in eight meets this season.

Thomson finished in a season-best 20 minutes, 46.78 seconds. Senior Heather Jessen was sixth overall with a time of 21:20.05, while junior Ashlee Johnson finished eighth in a season-best 21:35.96.

Sophomore Lauren Ratliff grabbed a fourth top-10 finish for CMB as she hit the finish line in 10th with a season-best time of 21:45.38. The final counting runner was sophomore Shasta Moody, who finished 14th in a season-best 22:12.83.

The two non-counting runners for CMB were freshman Holly Jessen in 21st and senior Winter Brown in 33rd.

Brown ran a season-best time of 23:15.

“It was a great team race tonight,” Meinerts said. “Five of our girls ran their fastest times of the season tonight.”

CMB and Gilbert were followed in the standings by East Marshall (130), West Marshall (148) and Panorama (156).

Adair-Casey/Guthrie Center had the top two finishers in freshman Kate Crawford

(20:22) and junior Emma Swanson (20:35), but the 1A No. 7 Chargers were sixth as a team.

The 3A No. 5 Gilbert boys cruised to the team title in the varsity boys race.

The Tigers placed four in the top eight and scored 38 points on the night. South Hamilton, ranked fourth in 2A, were second with 106 points.

Class 1A No. 4 AC/GC (117) was third, East Marshall (119) was fourth and 2A No. 14 Ogden (162) placed fifth.

CMB scored 300 points in 13th. The Raiders trailed 3A Nevada by a point.

Ian Thomson’s 12th-place finish was clocked in a season-best time of 17:29. He finished a few seconds behind two other ranked runners in 2A. Ogden’s Andrew Stumbo, the third-ranked runner in 2A and the 2015 1A champ, won the race in 16:38.

“Ian ran a really good race tonight with some really good competition,” Meinerts said.

CMB freshman Logan Berg did not run because of an illness. Juniors Carter Fricke and Max Van Maanen are both working their way back from injuries.

Fricke was 67th overall,

while Van Maanen did not run.

Sophomore Josh Bruntz was the second Raider to cross the finish line Thursday. He finished 59th with a season-best time of 19:16.

Fricke’s time was clocked at 19:27. Junior Noah Rhoades was 73rd and junior Brendyn Padget placed 89th as the final counting runner.

Rhoades and Padget both ran season-best times of 19:34 and 21:15, respectively.

“It was good to see Josh and Noah up there under 20 tonight,” Meinerts said. “Hopefully we can keep them there.

(Fricke) ran better with the cast tonight. He should have that thing off by regionals, which will be nice. I’m hopeful we will be back to full strength by regionals.”

Freshman Carter Davis was 91st and sophomore Addison Swaab finished 93rd as the two non-counting varsity runners.

Swaab ran a season-best time of 21:52.

The Raiders run in the Heart of Iowa Conference meet at 5 p.m. Monday in Des Moines.

Saydel is the host school.

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

C-M loses first SICL match

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News BELLE PLAINE — The Colfax-Mingo volleyball team dropped its first South Iowa Cedar League match Thursday.

The Tigerhawks had a two sets to one lead but dropped a five-setter to Belle Plaine. The Plainsmen won the match 2225, 25-22, 23-25, 25-18, 15-10.

The Tigerhawks dropped to 14-6 overall and 6-1 in the SICL. Belle Plaine improved to 13-9 overall and 5-2 in league action.

Statistics for Colfax-Mingo were not available at presstime.

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

PCM falls to Hawks in HOIC play

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News JEWELL — Prairie City-Monroe’s volleyball team was swept by Class 2A No. 14 South Hamilton on Thursday.

The Mustangs (422 overall, 1-5 in the HOIC) lost their 10th straight match following a three-set loss. The Hawks, who improved to 18-3 overall and 4-2 in the HOIC, won 25-9, 25-15, 25-20.

Statistics for PCM were unavailable at presstime.

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Troy Banning/Webster City Daily Freeman-Journal Collins-Maxwell/Baxter senior Heather Jessen, left, finished sixth overall at the Jim Klein Cross County Invitational at Jewell Golf and Country Club on Thursday.

Troy Banning/Webster City Daily Freeman-Journal Collins-Maxwell/Baxter sophomore Brenna Thomson was third overall in the Jim Klein Cross Country Invitational at Jewell Golf and Country Club on Thursday.

Tigerhawk girls finish third, boys fifth at Montezuma

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News MONTEZUMA — The Colfax-Mingo cross country teams got another good look at several conference teams a week before the South Iowa Cedar League meet.

The Tigerhawk girls, led by senior Dakota Hostetter, finished third overall in the 13team field, while the boys, led by senior Cameron Warner, were fifth.

Hostetter, ranked 23rd in Class 1A, crossed the finish line in second overall with a time of 22 minutes, 41.61 seconds. She trailed only 1A No. 7 Cheyenne Shaw of North Mahaska.

Sophomore Delaney Underwood helped the Tigerhawks score 82 points in third.

She was ninth overall with a time of 24:56.04. Sophomore Ilia Hostetter was next in 16th with a time of 25:35.14.

The final two counting run-

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ners for Colfax-Mingo were freshman Abbey McConeghey and sophomore Colleen Craig, who placed 28th and 29th, respectively. Sophomore Payton Rhone and freshman Jodine Woods were the two varsity non-counting runners in 33rd and 34th, respectively.

South Tama County won the meet with 55 points, while Belle Plaine had 57 points in second. Colfax-Mingo (82) was well ahead of North Mahaska, which scored 121 points in fourth. Sigourney had 158 points in fifth. There were eight non-scoring teams.

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Warner was the first Tigerhawk to cross the finish line in the boys varsity 5K race.

He finished 11th in 20:07.86.

Sophomore Cauy Fitch also logged a top-20 finish in 16th.

His time was 20:15.37.

Fitch’s younger brother, freshman Cyden Fitch, was next for C-M in 39th as he finished in 22:17.75. Sophomore Jordan Lescaleet wasn’t too far behind in 41st in 22:53.25.

The final counting runner was freshman Michael Loney in 48th, while senior KC Huffman and sophomore Mike Martinez were 51st and

60th, respectively, as the two non-counting varsity runners.

Pella Christian, led by overall winner Grant Dunsbergen, won the team title in 18:23.15.

Dunsbergen is ranked 16th in 2A. Montezuma’s Paden Maschmann finished second with a time of 18:43.82.

The Eagles won the meet with 72 points, while Belle Plaine was next with 85 points.

BGM finished third with 106 points, South Tama scored 112 in fourth and Colfax-Mingo had 141 points in fifth. The rest of the scoring field included English Valleys (146), Montezuma (146) and Sigourney (230). There were five non-scoring teams.

Next for the Tigerhawk harriers is the SICL meet at 4:30 p.m. Thursday at the Brooklyn-Victor Country Club. The meet is hosted by BGM. Contact Troy Hyde at 641-792-3121 ext. 6536 or thyde@newtondailynews.com

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ISU’s Morris named Big 12 preseason POY

NASCAR photo Martin Truex Jr, driver of the No. 78 Furniture Row/Denver Mattress Toyota, prepares to drive during practice for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Bank of America 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Thursday in Charlotte, N.C.

Truex goes from journeyman to NASCAR championship favorite CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Martin Truex Jr. spent almost a decade trying to climb his way into NASCAR’s top tier. He didn’t win races, never led many laps, wasn’t considered an elite driver capable of winning championships.

Then suddenly, it clicked.

Truex has transformed over the last two seasons from a journeyman driver into a legitimate title contender. Some might even say he’s the favorite to win this year’s Chase for the Sprint Cup championship.

He won two races in the first round of the playoffs and goes into the opening race of the second round Saturday night in search of another dominating performance at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Truex led all but eight of the 400 laps in the Coca-Cola 600 to score his first win of what’s turned into a dream season.

Asked Thursday about those lean years — he drove for Dale Earnhardt Inc. as it was on the verge of collapse, Chip Ganassi Racing when the team was struggling, Michael Waltrip Racing during an embarrassing cheating scandal that contributed to its closure — Truex noted the differences.

“It’s almost like, ‘OK, finally, we’re here,’” he said. “Now, how do we make sure we can keep it going? You understand how easy it is to be on the other side of it and how hard you worked.”

For Truex, the MWR debacle has been the best thing to happen to his career.

When the team was accused of a sequence of shady events that put Truex into the 2013 Chase, the team was severely sanctioned and he was kicked out of the championship field.

He was an unwitting victim of the scandal, but it prompted his sponsor to leave MWR and the ultimate closing of Truex’s team.

Two years later, MWR was out of business, Truex landed in 2014 at single-car team Furniture Row Motorsports, a job that could have been seen as a step back. MWR was a multi-car team with a Toyota partnership, Furniture Row was a middle of the pack Chevrolet team located in Denver, far from the hub of NASCAR talent in North Carolina.

The fit has been amazing, though, and Truex not only made the Chase last season, he advanced all the way to the championship race.

This year, Furniture Row switched to Toyota and aligned with Joe Gibbs Racing.

Despite the distance from JGR, his role as a partner and not a true Gibbs teammate and the transition itself, Truex has been among the most consistent drivers all season.

He has career-bests in victories — his four wins include the crown jewel Coca-Cola 600 and Southern 500 races — and laps led. His two wins in the opening round of the Chase set the pace and have made winning the title a realistic possibility.

“Your focus is just, ‘What can

I do to continue this roll, continue this momentum?’” he said. “I think a lot of it obviously is being part of a great team. Everybody knows in this sport it is a team sport and I’m just honestly thankful I’m getting to show my talent, my capabilities behind the wheel and focus on continuing this roll that we’re on.

“I don’t take it for granted. I know that in two weeks it could be gone,” he said. “You just never know in this sport, so I’m just really living in the moment and enjoying myself.”

The success has paid dividends for the Barney Visser-owned team. He for years paid for the team out of his own pocket with his Furniture Row chain as the sponsor, but Truex has helped attract outside funding and collision and repair company Maaco on Thursday signed on as an associate sponsor.

Furniture Row will also expand next year to two cars and bring in Erik Jones, a JGR development driver.

It’s rewarding to see the rapid changes for Visser and team general manager Joe Garone.

“Barney and Joe have worked 11 years in this sport with Furniture Row only on the car and to be bringing in new partners is such a big deal for us and for Barney,” Truex said. “If we continue to do this, we can continue to be around for a long time, be competitive and do the things we want to do and hopefully we’re bringing a lot of value back to our partners.”

Cardinals get back on track against 49ers SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — With Carson Palmer sidelined by a concussion, the one-win Arizona Cardinals turned to Larry Fitzgerald, David Johnson and an opportunistic defense for a much-needed victory.

Drew Stanton threw two touchdown passes to Johnson Fitzgerald in the q u a r t e r b a c k ’s first start in two years, Johnson ran for two scores and the Cardinals capitalized on San Francisco mistakes to beat the 49ers 33-21 on Thursday night.

“We were a hungry team, a team that knows that we dug a hole for ourselves and we had to win this game,” coach Bruce Arians said.

The Cardinals (2-3) got 17 points off three turnovers by the 49ers (1-4) — two interceptions

by Blaine Gabbert and a fumbled kickoff return by Chris Davis — and also had one drive extended by a running-into-the-kicker penalty.

Those three scoring drives totaled just 41 yards, but proved

to be enough to beat the sloppy 49ers as the Cardinals survived a week with without Palmer out with a concussion.

“I don’t think anybody played well on offense. Nobody,” Niners coach Chip Kelly said. “I don’t think we protected well enough, I don’t think we threw it well enough and we had too many drops and two interceptions.”

Stanton didn’t produce much, going 11 for 27 for 124 yards. But Arizona didn’t turn the ball over and got 157 yards rushing from Johnson to get the win. Johnson added 28 yards receiving, and Fitzgerald caught six passes for 81 yards as that duo combined to gain 266 of the team’s 288 yards from scrimmage.

The defense did the rest with the two interceptions and seven sacks.

“We’ve been saying all week it just starts with one. Just get one win and try to stack them,” defensive lineman Calais Campbell said. “We’ve been a team in the past that can rip off a bunch of them. ... Now we have to figure out what we can do to keep that ball rolling.”

Quick Turnaround The game changed in a span of

less than 4 minutes starting late in the second quarter. Campbell’s interception of a deflected pass set up Arizona’s first score on a 21-yard pass from Stanton to Fitzgerald with 1:40 left in the half. Davis’ fumble of the second-half kickoff then set up Johnson’s 4-yard run that put Arizona up for good.

“We got the momentum going,” Stanton said. “Unfortunately, I think, it’s one of those things as an offense you’re waiting to make a play, and got that spark from the defense. Then to come out in the second half and get the ball right there was huge.”

We Want Kap There were several thousand empty seats at the game but the fans who did show up were frustrated by what they saw. At one point in the third quarter, a chant of “We want Kap! We want Kap!” started up as fans wanted to give former starter Colin Kaepernick a shot at quarterback. Gabbert responded by leading an 82-yard TD drive fueled in part by his 24yard run.

The chants started again after Gabbert threw his second interception. Gabbert finished 18-for31 for 162 yards.

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — Iowa State point guard Monté Morris was named Big 12 Conference men’s basketball preseason Player of the Year, the league announced Thursday.

Morris is joined on the all-Big 12 team by Oklahoma State sophomore Jawun Evans, Baylor’s Johnathan Motley and Kansas teammates Devonte’ Graham and Frank Mason III. Morris is the second Cyclone to earn the recognition. Morris joins Jamaal Tinsley, also a point guard, prior to the 2000-01 season as the only ISU players to be named the league’s top player in the preseason. Tinsley went on to win the award at the end of the season as well.

Morris also was the only unanimous selection to the 2016-17 preseason All-Big 12 Team.

Morris, a Flint, Michigan, native, was second on the Cyclone roster as a junior averaging 13.8 points.

An All-Big 12 Second Team choice, he is the top returning scorer in the league this season. He led the Big 12 in assists (6.9) and minutes played (38.0) in 2015-16, while finishing second in steals with 62. He also had the nation’s third-best assist-to-turnover ratio (4.23).

Morris starts his final season at ISU ranked No. 25 all-time at the school with 1,133 career points.

He is sixth in assists (551) and eighth in steals (172), with both records well within striking distance.

Indians hit three homers off Porcello, top Red Sox in opener CLEVELAND (AP) — Boom! Bang! Pow! Nine pitches, three homers, one devastating inning.

Back in October’s spotlight, the Cleveland Indians rocked Rick Porcello for three long balls in the third inning in their AL Division Series opener.

Francisco Lindor’s homer capped the rampage off the 22-game winner, and the Indians held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 Thursday night.

Lindor, Jason Kipnis and Robert Perez went deep in the third off Porcello, who lasted 4 1/3 innings in his shortest outing this year.

After skipping down the thirdbase line and touching home plate, Lindor pointed toward the starry sky.

Before a sea of red-towel waving, screaming fans, the Indians got a jump in the best-of-5 series against David Ortiz and the AL East champions.

Andrew Miller, acquired by Cleveland in a July trade for an October night like this, pitched two scoreless innings for the win.

Summoned by manager Terry Francona earlier than usual, the lefty struck out Ortiz with two on to end the fifth and threw a season-high 40 pitches.

Bryan Shaw gave up a leadoff homer to Boston’s Brock Holt in the eighth that made it 5-4 before Cody Allen struck out Xander Bogaerts with the potential tying run at third to end the inning.

Boston put a runner on with two outs in the ninth but Allen fanned Dustin Pedroia on a full-count checked-swing, his 40th pitch, for the save.

Pedroia was livid, and Farrell went onto the field to question plate umpire Brian Knight.

Rookie Andrew Benintendi and Sandy Leon also homered for the Red Sox, who will start David Price in Game 2 in the shadows Friday afternoon against Cleveland ace Corey Kluber.

Blue Jays 10, Rangers 1 ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Jose Bautista hit another long, punctuating home run for the Toronto Blue Jays in the playoffs against the Texas Rangers.

This time, Bautista dropped his bat softly near home plate and rounded the bases after a 425-foot, three-run blast in the ninth inning of the Blue Jays’ 10-1 romp Thursday in Game 1 of the AL Division Series.

Bautista had that emphatic bat flip after his tiebreaking homer in the ALDS Game 5 clincher last October against the Rangers, and got punched the last time the Blue Jays played in Texas in May. Bautista drove in four runs this time, including an RBI single in Toronto’s five-run third off lefty Cole Hamels.

Marco Estrada took a shutout into the ninth inning. The All-Star right-hander with an impressive changeup, who won Game 3 in last year’s ALDS after Toronto lost the first two at home, struck out six without a walk.

Estrada has never pitched a complete game in the majors and the Blue Jays didn’t throw one this season. No matter, Estrada gave them all they needed to start this best-of-five series.

The last of the Rangers’ four hits off Estrada was Elvis Andrus’ leadoff triple in the ninth. Gibbons removed the right-hander after Shin-Soo Choo’s RBI grounder ended the shutout bid.

Troy Tulowitzki hit a bases-loaded triple for the Blue Jays. Toronto has won four straight overall, including an 11-inning, 5-2 victory over Baltimore in the AL wild-card game Tuesday night.

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Worship Together Ashton Chapel Next to Ashton Park, near intersection of Hwy 330 and F17 (8887 W. 122nd St. N., Mingo, IA) Sunday School 9:00am; Worship 10:00am. Pastors: Larry Craig and Mark Eddy Bar None Cowboy Church Building next to Culver’s Newton, David Rex, Pastor, 641-521-4354, 7pm Thursdays. Music featured each week. www.barnonecowboy churchofiowa.com Baxter Evangelical Free Church East Avenue, Mike McClintock, Pastor. Church service every sunday at 10:00am. Children’s church during regular services.

AWANAS every Wednesday night 6:30 – 8:00.

Bethany United Church of Christ 5627 N. 95th Ave. W., Baxter, (1 mi. E. of Baxter on Station St.) Pastor Teressa Clark. Sunday after Labor Day through Memorial Day: 8:45 Junior Choir; 9:00am Adult Class, 9:15am Sunday School; & 10:30am Worship 4th & 5th Tuesday: Chapel Service at Baxter Care Center Wednesday: 6:30pm Choir Practice; Sunday after Memorial Day: 9:30am Worship. 641-227-3402 www.baxterbethanyucc.org Bible Missionary Church 909 N. 6th Ave. E. 641-840-2093 Pastor Lucas. Sunday School 9:45am, Morning Worship 10:45, Evening Service 6:00pm.

Mid-week Service 7:00pm Center Friends Northeast of Newton, Karen Mendenhall, pastor, Dallas Gilreath, pastor, Cheri Doane, assistant pastor; 9:30am Sunday school, 10:30am Worship.

Call 641-792-2473.

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 314 E. 2nd St. N. – Pastor Mark Young. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. Faith Village & Sunday School, 10:00 a.m. Worship, 11:15 a.m. coffee fellowship. Wednesday: 5:45 p.m. Family Unity Night supper, 6:15 p.m. Classes. Thursday: 6:00 p.m. Choir Practice www.fccnewton.org 641-792-5850, Nursery provided.

Christian Life Church 421 S. 2nd Ave. W., Pastor James Miller; Phone Number: 641-5219294. Coffeetime 9:30am, Worship 10:00am. Lunch Served first Sunday of the month at noon.

Bible Study: Tuesday 10:00am.

Christian Reformed Church Prairie City, Matthew McClure, pastor; 9:30am Worship, 10:45am Sunday school, 6:30pm Worship. E-mail:pcrc@dwx.com Jasper County Church of Christ 1813 1st St. N, 9:30am Bible classes, 10:30am & 1:00pm Worship; Wednesday evening 7:00pm Bible Study.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 1405 N. 11th Ave. E., Branch President-Eric Skouson, 316 E. 8th St. S., Newton, IA 50208.

9:30am Sacrament meeting, 10:40am Sunday School & Primary, 11:45am Priesthood, Relief Society & Young Women.

Colfax United Methodist Church S. Locust St. & Division St., 515-674-3782. 10:00am Sunday School, 10:00am Family Worship.

Rev. R.D. Streeter Community of Christ 1805 S. 8th Ave. E., 791-7834, Bill Conklin, pastor; Eddie Franklin/Tom McCoure, co-pastors. Church School Classes 9:30am; Worship Service 10:30am; Wednesday Prayer Service 6:30pm. Last Wednesday of the month-free community supper at 6pm.

Community Heights Alliance Pastor John Patterson, Associate Pastor; Jason Fazel, Youth Pastor; Pastor Beau Church, Pastor of Worship and Visual Arts. Sunday Worship Services 8:15am, 10:30am & 5pm; Sunday School 9:30am; Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:30pm; Jr. High Youth Group 6:30pm; Sr. High Youth Group Wednesday 7:45pm; CHAC KIDZ 6:30pm; Nursery available for most events.

Handicapped accessible.

2500 S. 13th Ave. E. 792-1620. www.communityheights.org.

Congregational United Church of Christ-Baxter Pastor Melissa Sternhagen 218 S. Main Baxter, Sunday School 9:30am, Regular worship service, 10:30am

Congregational United Church Of Christ-Newton 308 E. 2nd St. N., Newton. Rev. Jessica Petersen, Pastor: Sunday Worship 10:00am, Nursery provided; Fellowship Time 11:15am.

Accessible to all. Bible Study Thursdays 5:00pm. Christian Education together with First United Methodist Church (held there) for children of all ages Wed. 5:30pm (age 2-8th grade).

No matter who you are or where you area on life’s journey, you are welcome here! facebook.com/Newton UCC. Cornerstone Bible Fellowship 1000 E. 12th St. S., Newton; Pastor Steve Bundy & Pastor Brian Keeton. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10:15am, Wednesdays: AWANAS 6:308pm, Youth Group 6:30-8pm, Adult Bible Study 7-8pm. Happy Harvesters 1st Thursday of the month at noon. Men’s Breakfast 1st Saturday of the month at 8am. Ladies Brunch 2nd Saturday of the month at 8:30am.

For more info: www.CBFnewton.com Faith Baptist Prairie City, 9:30am Bible School, 10:30am Worship, 6:00pm Gospel service, 7:00pm Wed., Bible study.

First Assembly of God 1029 E. 19th St. N., Newton, www. newtonassembly.com; Pastor Don Hayes - senior pastor; Pastor Lori Eilers - Children’s Pastor; Pastor James Brown - youth pastor. 9am Sunday School, 10am Worship, 7pm Wed. mid-week service.

9 AM “First Church on the Air” – KCOB www.newtonfirst.org

am Sunday school, 10:45 am Worship, 6:00 pm Worship, Wed 6:30-8:00 pm Youth, 6:30 pm Wednesday Awana Clubs (during school year), 7:00 pm Wednesday Prayer Fellowship.

Call 792-4470.

Foursquare Church 1510 S. 8th Ave. E., Pastor Dottie Black and Associate Pastor Donne Black, 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning worship service, 6:30 p.m. Sunday night Sunday School and prayer meetings 10 a.m.

Tuesdays and Fridays, 7 p.m.

Wednesday and 9:15 a.m. Sunday until service time. Haven Kid’s Ministry at 6:50 Wednesdays

Ira United Church Karen Fausch, pastor, 9:00 am Worship, 10:15 am Sunday School.

Iron Sharpens Iron Church 1305 E. 10th St. S. Newton Proverbs 27:17 New International Version (NIV) A iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. Sunday Services: 10AM Worship Services 10:30AM Children’s Church 11:30AM Bible Study Speakers: Doug Cupples & Cheryl Palmer. Wednesday Services: 5PM Bible Study, Tyler Dunsbergen.

Grace Church “A Family Of Friends”, 1620 N. 11th Ave E., Newton; Pastor Dan Hayton; Sunday Morning Refreshments 9:30 am, Worship Service with nursery care 10:00 am. The Edge: 5 yr olds to 5th grade & The Kids Community Pre School age, Sunday at 10:00am. Experience God Bible Study Wed. at 7am; Life Student Ministries Wed. 6:45-8pm 641-792-1793 www.gracenewton.com

Kellogg Christian (Disciples of Christ) 321 Bolton St., Kellogg, Rev. Brian Kleinschrodt 10:30 am Worship.

Grinnell Church of Christ 1402 3rd Ave., Grinnell, Iowa 50112, Bible study Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 7:00 p.m., Worship services Sunday 1030 a.m. grinnellcoc@netins.net or www.grinnellcoc.com

Kellogg United Methodist 417 2nd St., Kellogg, Pastor Tim Morgan, Sunday School 9:30am - for kids, young adults and adults.

Worship 10:30am; nursery available.

Free supper, 1st and 3rd Saturday at 6pm followed by Worship “Lite” at 7pm.

Haven Vineyard Church 207 1st Ave. E, Newton; Pastor Caz & Jane Cibula; 641-526-3157; 10 am Sunday Service.

First Baptist Church Colfax, Rev. Phil Butler, 674-3752.

Family Fellowship 9:00 am; Sun. School 9:15 am; Morning Worship 10:25 am; Wed.; 9:00 am Fresh Encounter Prayer. During school year: 6:55pm Wed nights AWANA First Baptist Church (Newton) 620 S. 8th Ave. E., phone: 792-7113.

Web:www.NewtonFirstBaptist.com and on facebook.

Pastor Aaron Loree, Family Education Time 9:00am, Powerkidz infants - 5th grade 9:00 am; Sunday School for teens & adults 9:00am; Worship Service 10:15am. Coffee time 8:45-10:00am. Men’s group meets on the first Sat. of every month at 7:30am.

First Baptist 810 S. Commerce, Monroe, Senior Pastor Shank. 9:30 am Sun. School, 10:30 am Worship, 6:00 pm Evening service, 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study & Prayer 8:15 pm during school year & 8 p.m. during summer.

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 314 E. 2nd St. N. Pastor Mark Young.

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. Faith Village & Sunday School. 10:00 a.m. Worship.

11:15 a.m. Coffee fellowship.

Wednesday: 5:45p.m. Family Unity Night supper, 6:15 p.m. Classes Thursday: 6:00 pm Choir Practice www.fccnewton.org 641-792-5850, Nursery provided First Church of Christ Scientist 616 6th Ave., Grinnell, 10:30 am Services.

First Lutheran Church - ELCA 309 E. 3rd St. N., Newton. Pastor Zachary Bey. Sunday Worship at 9:30 am; Fellowship to follow at 10:45 am; Saturday evening service at 5:30 pm. High School Youth Group every other Wednesday evening. 641-7923934. All are welcome! http://www.newtonfirstlutheran.org First Presbyterian 220 N 2nd Ave E. Newton Rev. Meghan Davis 10:00 am Fellowship, 10:30 am Worship, 11:00 am Fellowship, Nursery Provided. Handicap Accessible. Everyone Welcome!

6:30 & 9am Men’s Group 1st & 3rd Thursday, Gentle Class 11am Tuesday. Yoga Chair Class 3pm Thursday.

Like us on Facebook! 792-2790 www.newton1stpresbyterian.org First United Methodist Church 210 N 2nd Ave E • 792-4648 Rev Gary Marzolf Worship 8:45 AM Fellowship 10:15 AM Sunday School 10:15 AM Youth Group 6 PM Handicapped Accessible Nursery Provided

Thurs. 8-Noon; monroeum@iowatelecom.net New Life Baptist Church 124 E. Howard St., Colfax, 515-674-3103, Sunday School 9:45 am, Worship Service 10:45, Evening Service 6 pm, midweek service 7 pm Wednesdays.

Independent Fundamental Baptist Church.

Newton Baptist Temple (A Fundamental Independent Church) 621 E. 12th St. N., Clayton Pickering, pastor. 10:00 am Sunday School, 11:00 am Worship, Wednesday and Sunday 6:00 pm Worship, Bus transportation available, 6:00 pm Wednesday Bible study.

Newton Christian Reformed Church 511 S. 5th Ave. E., Aaron Gunsaulus, Pastor, 9:30 am Morning worship, 10:50 am Church school, 1:00 pm Sunday worship.

New Life Community Church of the Nazarene 605 W 5th St. N., P.O. Box 1021 Rev, Jack Wolgamuth, 515-4021190. Sunday School 9:30 am, Morning Worship 10:30 am, Wed. Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 pm Newton Church of The Way 2306 S. 3rd Ave E., 792-7300 Pastor Steve Heerema. Sunday Morning: 9:00 and 10:30 Ignite, Nursery during both Ignite Services (for newborn through 2 years old). Journey 252 Children’s Ministry 10:30am (for children 3 years through 6th Grade) The Way Café 8:30 to 10:30am, 5:00-7:00pm Prayer of Blessing, Wednesday 6:30 – 8:30pm Route 146 Youth, Saturday Nite Ignite 7:00-8:00pm Everyone Welcome! Other various group studies and classes are offered. Check out our Facebook page, our weekly bulletin on our website, or call/email the office for more information. Email: info@theway146.com Web: www.newtonway.org Our Savior Lutheran Missouri Synod 1900 N. 4th Ave. E., Rev. John M. Moore, Pastor, Sunday Worship 9:00 am; Adult Bible Study Sundays 10:30 am; Sunday School Kingdom Quest 10:30 am; High School Youth Group Sunday 10:30 am & Wednesdays 7:00 pm; www.oursavlutheran. com (641( 792-1084.

Killduff United Methodist Pastor Curtiss Thompson, Worship 10:45am Communion first Sunday of each month.

Heart of Worship 14283 Hwy F62, Lynnville Pastor Tom Pool, Worship: 9 a.m., Children’s Church: 9:45 a.m.

Fellowship: 10:15 a.m., Sunday School: 10:45 a.m.

Hickory Grove Chuch Located 3 1/2 miles west of Newburg, IA on Hwy F-17 and 1 mile South.

Physical Address: 8464 E. 128th St. N., Kellogg, IA Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship Service: 10:30 am Phone: (641) 780-8621 Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA 1409 S. 8th Ave. E., Pastor Ken Ahntholz, 9:00 am Sunday School; 10:30 am Worship, easy access - no steps; 5:30 pm Saturday service - Everyone is welcome!

Hope Assembly of God 126 E. Howard St., Colfax 515-674-3700 Sunday school 9 am.

Sunday Worship service 10 am.

Wednesday Bible Study 6pm.

Howard Street Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Rev. Tom Burns, pastor. 10:30 am Morning worship. Sunday school 9-10am all ages; K-5 Wed after school; Jr. High & High School 7-8pm; Howard and Locust Colfax.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church 305 E. Howard St., Colfax, 515674-3711; Decaon Joe Dvorak; 11:00am Sunday Mass, 9:00am Wednesday Communion Service; www.immaculateconceptioncolfax.org Immanuel Baptist (GARB) 1300 N. 4th Ave. E., Ken Van Loon, Pastor, 9:30

Least of Saints Ministry 219 N. 2nd Ave. W. 641-521-0156 5:00-6:00pm Saturday Living Word Fellowship Doug Bradey, Pastor, 321 E. Robinson St., Knoxville 641-828-7119, Wed. Night Service: 6pm prayer, 7pm worship, 6:15pm Fuzion Youth Service; Sun. Morning Service: 8:30 am prayer, 9 am Life Groups, 10 am Worship Service, Nursery and Children’s Ministry available.

Lynnville Friends Jamie Bogaard Pastor, 9:00 am Morning Worship, 10:30 am Sunday School, 6:30 pm Bible Study Hour.

Metz Community 3253 W. 62nd St. S., Newton, 791-9568, Pastor David Rex; Sunday School 9:00 am.

10:10 am service.

Mingo United Methodist 202 W. Main, Mingo, Rev. Kurt DeVance, 515-339-8819; Children’s Sunday School - 9:30 am and Adult Sunday School - 9:45 am. Church time is 10:45 am.

Monroe Presbyterian Church 115 So. Main, Monroe, Rev. Ann Johnson, Sonlight Service 8:00 am; 9:00 am church school, 10:00 am Traditional Worship, communion on 1st Sunday of month, 6:00 pm Session Committees 2nd Sunday of month, 7:00 pm Session Meeting 2nd Sunday of month.

Monroe United Methodist 407 N. Monroe St., Monroe, 641259-2822; Pastor Kim Crummer; Jubilee Service 8:15 am; Sunday School 9:00 am; Worship 10:15 am; Office Hours: Mon. -

Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Rev. Dr. Willy Mafuta 151 60th Ave., Prairie City Sunday 10:30 am Worship Service 10 am Sunday School pcumc@q.com (515) 994-2354 Pleasantview United Methodist 8454 S. 28th Ave. E., Newton, Pastor Tim Morgan; 9:00 am worship; 10:15 am Sunday School.

Prairie City Church of the Brethren 12015 Hwy S 6G, Corner of S 6G & F70 W, 5 miles south of Prairie City on S6G, 515-9942940; Resumed regular worship schedule. 9:30 am Adult Sunday School classes; 10:45 Worship/ Children’s Church We invite you to come worship with us! Go to prairiecitycob. org for more information or call 515-994-2940.

Bible Explorers: preschool-5th grade will eb Wednesdays 6-7:30 pm, unitl November 16.

Prairie City First Reformed Church 300 E. 5th St., P. O. Box 178, 515-994-2250, frcprairiecity@ aol.com; 9:30 am Worship, 10:50 am Sunday School.

Prairie City United Methodist Church 706 W. McMurray St. Rev. Dr. Willy Mafuta Sunday 9 a.m. Worship Service Office Hours: 10am-2pm M-F 515-994-2354(515) 994-2354 Rock Creek Hickory Grove Church 3 1/2 miles north of Rock Creek Lake, 9:15 am fellowship, 9:30 am Sunday School, 10:30 am worship.

Reasnor United Methodist Pastor Curtiss Thompson, Worship 8:45am. Communion first Sunday of each month.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1115 S. 8th Ave. E., Rev. William Reynolds, pastor, Saturday: 5:30 pm Mass, Sunday: 9:00 am Mass.

Salvation Army 301 N. 2nd Ave. E., Captains Jeff and Mikey Carter, Sunday - 9:45 am Sunday school, 10:45 am Worship.

Seventh Day Adventist 1409 S. 8th Ave E., Newton Pastor Jerry Duval Saturday Services 3:00 pm; Worship 2:00 pm Sabbath school, Prayer Meeting Tuesday Eve at 7:00 pm Solid Rock Church 115 Main St., Reasnor; Pastor John Hlad 641-842-2440; Sunday Bible study all ages 9:30 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. worship; Wednesday Bible study all ages 7 p.m.

St. Aidan’s Anglican Church 4900 Meredith Dr., (NW 46th Ave.), Des Moines, The Bishop L.W. Faulk, 9:10 am Morning prayer, 9:30 am Holy communion.

St. Luke United Methodist Church 501 E. 19th St. N., Newton Pastor Audrey Young, Sunday Worship at 8:00 am and 10:30 am with fellowship following both. 9:15 am is Sunday School for all ages, including adults.

641-792-5736 St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church 5 mi. west of Sully, Pastor Ken Ahntholz, Worship 9:00 am; Contact Parish office 641-798-4651.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal 223 E. 4th St. N., Newton, ph.

792-6971. Rev. Merle Smith, Deacon; Rev. Karen Crawford Rector; Sunday 8:00 am Holy Eucharist & 10:00 am Holy Eucharist; Wednesday 5:00 pm Evening Prayer.

Sully Community Church 12559 S 92nd Ave E (just E of grass air strip S edge of town). PO Box 463. 641-5944124. Pastor Jerry Morningstar 9:30 am Sunday school. 10:30 am Worship. 5 pm Women of Grace Bible Study. 6 pm Worship Wednesday Evening Activities: Sept-April: 6:30 pm Awana/ Youth. 7 pm Men’s & Women’s Bible studies. May-August: 7 pm Bible study/prayer meeting www.sullycommunitychurch.com Sully Christian Reformed Pastor Brian Ochsner. 9:30 am Morning worship, 6:00 pm Evening worship, 10:45 am Sunday School. 9:30 am Tues. Coffee Break for women, Nursery and preschool classes provided. 7:15 pm Wed - Gems, Cadets and High School Youth, Prayer for Country - everyone welcome.

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Sully First Reformed Church Rev. Wayne Sneller, senior pastor, Diana Scandridge, Youth & Education Director. 9:30 am Worship, 11:00 am Sunday school, 6:00 pm Worship; Thursday Night Family Night 7:00 pm Sept. - March. www.sullyfrc.org United Pentecostal 813 E. 7th St. N., Rev. Robert A. Shaw, pastor, 10:00 am Sunday Worship, 6:00 pm Sunday Worship, Prayer and Bible study Tuesday 6:30, Super & Youth Church Wednesday starts 7:00-8:00.

United Presbyterian 209 N. 2nd Ave. E., Rev. Donald Freeman, 9:30 am Sunday School, 10:30 - 11:30 am worship service (broadcasted live on KCOB radio); 11:30 am Fellowship; Wednesday choir rehearsal 6:00 p.m.; Nursery provided on Sundays.

Westfield Community Church 4164 20th St., Grinnell, Pastor Jann Braaksma, Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; Sunday 10:30 a.m. Worship; Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Youth Group; www.westfieldwitness.org

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

GARAGE SALE Fri. Oct. 7th 8a-5p Sat. Oct. 8th 8a-5p A lot of men things, hunting, ammo, decoys, and good misc.

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HUGE GARAGE Sale Fri. Oct. 7th 3p-6p Sat. Oct. 8th 9a-Noon Having my last garage sale of the year with lots of things. DVD's, CD's, glassware, prints, books, games, puzzles, Kuerig 2.0 coffee maker, some tools, a couple of toy tractors, shot glasses, steins, hanging lamp, luggage, lawn spreader, toys, record albums, and so much more. I am dropping the prices on many things, so please come by.

1210 E. 12th St. S.

RELICS & Tag Sale Thurs. Oct. 6th 1p-6p Fri. Oct. 7th 8a-5p Sat. Oct. 8th 8a-12p MTD chipper-shredder, STIHL-string trimmer, blower-vac, REMINGTONelectric polesaw, extension ladder, vintage-wooden baby bed, highchair, child table & chairs, toddlers chair, doll buggy, several dolls (including Tiny Tears), antique wooden ironing board, clothesline & tub, Relic-toys, puzzles & games, MARX metal doll house w/furniture, Tonkatruck, road grater,backhoe, Maytag, semi-truck, Silverflatware & platters, Glassware-serving platters, Crafters-Stampin' Up stamps, zippers for Zipper Art and much more, Entertainment-oak entertainment center, VCR, VCR tapes, also many other items. Come check out the sale!

312 E 23rd St N

COUSINS GARAGE Sale Fri. Oct. 7th 9am-6pm Sat. Oct. 8th 9am-4pm Lots of reasonably priced things .Houseplants, raspberry plants, lots of nice kitchen items, children's puzzles, books, toys. Bedding, curtains, glassware, pictures, girls youth and adult clothing, Shark steam spray mop, purses, shoes, light fixtures and Christmas items.

903 E. 14th St. S.

(Please remember there in NO parking on either side of E.12th St. S.)

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MOVING SALE Friday, Oct. 7: 8am-6pm Sat., Oct. 8: 8am-6pm Sunday, Oct. 9: 8am-4pm Hotpoint Washer, 2 dressers, grandfather clock, deck, twin bed, lead crystal, TV, weed eater, ceramic dolls and lots more!

1041 Hwy 224 S. Kellogg Northeast

GARAGE SALE Friday, Oct. 7: 9am-5pm Saturday, Oct. 8: 9am-5pm MOUNTAIN'S OF MORE INCLUDING Heavy Duty Baker Rack, end tables, lamps, queen size bed (like new), Little Tyke log cabin house, Mickey Mouse collectibles and more. Lots of holiday items, craft supplies, numerous house items, blankets, pans, dishes, etc. and plumbers fittings.

705 E. 13th St. N. Newton

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GREAT LOCATION 2318 N 6TH AVE E NEWTON, IOWA

Ready to move in!

Outstanding Berg area location. Attractive home with fire place, 2 family rooms, 4 bedrooms, large kitchen, two level deck, fenced back yard.

New furnace/AC, kitchen counter top, and new carpet in basement rec room, are some of many recent upgrades!

Call Dick Boggess, Broker Associate 641-521-3378 for more information.

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TREASURE FINDERS Estate Tag Sale 207 East 18th St. North Newton, IA Sat. Oct. 8, 8am-4pm Sun. Oct. 9, 10am-2pm

Hoosier cabinet * drop front oak desk * oak secretary/bookcase * oak entertainment center * Tell City and other wooden rockers * sofa * recliners * side chairs * walnut parlor table * kitchen table and four chairs * coffee table * end tables * table and floor lamps * 3 pc waterfall bedroom set * cedar chest *commode * lighted bookcases * lawyer bookcase (not old) * chest of drawers * dressers * china hutch * wood room divider * Newton history books * Maytag advertising and collectibles, including model trucks * mini-oil lamp collection * collectible vintage glassware, including Fenton cranberry swirl pitcher and glasses; milk glass * china * Watt advertising pottery, including Sully Co-Op * costume jewelry * candlesticks * breweriana, including lighted signs * hummingbird and cardinal collectibles * linens * bedding * wall mirrors * framed prints, including Newton artist Marvin Campbell * Stampin Up! rubber stamps * stereo with 8track player/recorder * 8-track tapes * records * small electronics, including Crosley stereo * paper shredders * Avon Christmas plates * cartoon glasses * collector tins * kitchenware * small kitchen appliances * Tupperware * silverplate service for 8 * Singer table top sewing machine * quilt books * Buddy L moving van * American Flyer train set * Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars * board games * Star Trek play set * Atari game cartridges and case, control paddles * scale model cars * holiday decorations * lawn and garden tools * large tool chest * Black and Decker bench top band saw * step ladders * folding chairs * metal storage cabinets * hand carts * wheel barrow * coolers * ping pong table * vintage Goodyear, Schwinn and other bicycles * sled * Hawkeye windmill lawn ornament * school house bell * clay pots and planters * bird house collection * free standing porch swing * patio set with four chairs. Always lots more!

Entry numbers for Saturday handed out at 7:15am. Please bring your own help to move large items. More info online @ treasurefindersestatesales.com

HOME DECOR

EMPLOYMENT

CONSTRUCTION LABORER needed for Newton home remodel. Contact John at 918-407-7111.

WANTED

WANTED: FARM toy tractors, trucks, implements, farm related advertising items and Lego's. 641-526-3050 or 641-521-1448.

WILL HAUL AWAY RIDING LAWNMOWERS, push lawnmowers, garden tractors, & snowblowers or garden tillers. 792-2416.

GARAGE SALE Fri. Oct. 7th 9am-2pm Sat. Oct. 8th 9am-2pm 50% OFF Ten tables plus a whole driveway of items. Rain permitting.

First Baptist Church 620 S. 8th Ave. E.

MISCELLANEOUS

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PAINTING

NEWTON COMMUNITY Theatre Garage Sale Sat. Oct. 8th 8a-12p Lots of princess, short party dresses, long formal dresses, costumes, props, and household items including chairs, table wear.

1701 S. 8th Ave. E. SERVICE DIRECTORY

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

GIFT BASKETS

SEWING

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

Reach thousands of customers weekly!

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INVESTORS

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

LEAKY ROOF, Missing Shingles???

Flat roof repair & coating.

Chimney repair & removal.

Soffit & fascia repair & cover.

General Repairs

INSULATION

EMPLOYMENT

Attic fans & ventilation Leaf Proof Gutter Covers,

Gutter cleaning.

Call 641-792-6375

$84 for a 1” Space, each additional 1/2” is $5 more!

Reach Thousands of Customers Weekly!!!

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NOW HIRING TRUCK DRIVER

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FREE FIREWOOD – all small diameter, easy access. 641-831-5328.

Avg. $63-68K/year!

Attic & side walls.

Great home time Full benefits & 401K Avail.

CDL-A w/ 1yr. T/T exp required Must have HazMat & Tank End.

Apply online at www.ruan.com/jobs 800-879-7826

RENTALS

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

641-792-4000.

Dedicated to Diversity. EOE.

APARTMENTS FOR Rent, 1 or 2 bedroom, all utilities included. $575-$800 plus deposit. Call 641.792.4909 or 305.619.7386.

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110 NORTH 2ND AVENUE EAST, NEWTON, IOWA 50208 • 641-792-4764

FEATURED PROPERTIES

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FARMLAND FOR SALE RUTH BIRKENHOLTZ HIGHLAND ESTATE

PRICE REDUCED

SULLY FLEX BUILDING

900 W 3rd St. S

106 W 4th St Sully

The Estate of Ruth Birkenholtz Highland is soliciting written bids for the purchase of the family farms. Farms will be sold separately.

Farm Number One

120± acre farm known locally as 6320 Hwy F-62W, Monroe, IA with 1232 sq ft ranch 3 bdrm home, 1 bath, full basement, central AC (new) & LP heat, asphalt driveway on paved road, and rural water. Two double detached garages w/1 connected to dwelling via breezeway, 2 steel 3300 bu bins with vented floor & unloading augers & aerator fans, 2 barns, 2 machine sheds, hog house, chicken house, and corn crib.

Terraces and tile draining to 2 roadside drop boxes. Avg CSR of 83 on 114.5 crop acres. Open tenancy for 2017. House, buildings and septic system is sold “as is” and update requirements will be at buyer’s expense. Annual taxes $4,626.00. Windmill is reserved.

GREAT LOCATION

Legally described as: E 1/2 of Government Lot 7 and E 1/2 SE 1/4 Sec. 3-78-20, subject to petroleum pipeline easement.

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1207 1st Ave E

Farm Number Two

OLD

160± acre farm known locally as 7211 S 104 Ave W, Prairie City, IA with 1862 sq ft 2 story 4 bdrm home w/alum siding, enclosed porch, 1 bath, partial basement, central AC and LP heat, and rural water. House, buildings and septic sold “as is”. Double detached garage, cattle shed, hay/machine shed w/1 open side, metal quonset, chicken house, corn crib. Terraces, tile, 2 short creeks on sw 40 ac. Avg CSR of 52 on 158 assessed acres. CRP expiring 9/2017, contains 102.5 ac and 3.9 ac of CRP expires 9/2021. Has been in CRP about 30 years. Large portion of current pasture is farmable. Open tenancy for 2017 pasture.

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

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF FLOYD V. SHILL, Deceased CASE NO. ESPR036922 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Floyd V. Shill, Deceased, who died on or about June 2, 1980: You are hereby notified that on October 3, 2016, the undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate.

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

Dated October 3, 2016 Laird R. Deppe Administrator of the Estate 12371 North 39th Avenue East, Kellogg, IA 50135 Address Justin T. Deppe, ICIS PIN No: AT0002017 Attorney for the Administrator Deppe Law Office, P.O. Box 86, Jewell, IA 50130-0086 Address Date of second publication 14th day of October, 2016 Probate Code Section 230 October 7 & 14

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Per acre bids based on acres shown above for each farm must be received by 4:00 p.m. on October 27, 2016 at the office of Caldwell, Brierly, Chalupa & Nuzum, PLLC, Attn: Randal B. Caldwell, PO Box 726, 211 First Ave. West, Newton, IA 50208. Bids must include bidder’s name, address, phone number and per acre bid. The top five (5) bidders on each farm will be notified and invited to attend second round of bidding to be held on November 10, 2016 at the office of Caldwell, Brierly, Chalupa & Nuzum, PLLC, as shown above, at 11:00 a.m. for farm 1 and 1:00 p.m. for farm 2. Ten percent (1 0%) of sale price due immediately after the sale, with the balance due at closing. Closing on or before March 1, 2017. (Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids.)

Taxes prorated to date of possession. Buyer to receive abstract showing marketable title and Court Officer Deed. Subject to court approval.

Estate of Ruth Birkenholtz Highland, Linda Brannen, John Birkenholtz and Susan Stover, Executors, Caldwell, Brierly, Chalupa & Nuzum, PLLC Attorneys

MORE COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES AVAILABLE Professional office - 112 N 2nd Ave E - Sale or Lease Various Spaces For Rent at I-80 Exit 164 - Office, retail, restaurant.

True Value Plaza - Spaces For Rent - 1,400 SF to 2,800 SF - office/retail.

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For packet of more information contact Linda Brannen at (641) 259-3169 or Randal B. Caldwell at (641) 792-4160.

800-814 Speedway Drive

Call Dick Boggess, Broker Associate 641-521-3378 for more information. 1217 1st Ave. E, Newton, IA

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Fall

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Sign a 13 month lease and receive $500.00 credit off your 1st months rent on selected units! Ground Floor Apartments Available!

510 E. 17th St SS. Newton, Newton IA Next to Hy-Vee Accepting Dogs and Cats

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1 MONTHS RENT FREE 1 & 2 BR apts. in Newton & Grinnell 2 & 3 BR apts. in Baxter.

Rental Assistance and Utility Allowance may be available. Onsite laundry.

No pets. 877-932-1132 This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

Esta institucion es un proveedor de servicios con igualdad de oportunidades. www.tlpropertiesiowa.com

Within the Newton city limits are required to obtain rental permit.

Failing to do so is violation of ordinance 21.0105 and is subject to fine.

Please call the Newton Fire Department during business hours for a fire inspection and issuance of rental permit.

with Terms

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WALNUT CREEK APARTMENTS

Call Now for Details

641-990-7938 515-291-2846

THREE BEDROOM house, Garage, AC, $650/month plus $650 deposit. References.

No Pets, NonSmokers. 641-792-7605.

NEWTON HOUSE for rent.

In town location. 2 BR, garage, basement. Appliances provided. Credit & personal references required. $600/mo deposit $600. 515-554-1803

RENTALS

FOR SALE

AUTOMOTIVE

FOREST VIEW APARTMENTS

FOR SALE: 8 ¼ compound mitre saw. 641-7876018.

FOR SALE: Ghost peppers, dehydrated or hot sauce. 641-792-8243

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

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1 & 2 bdrm units Call about our current move in specials.

Pet Friendly (some restrictions) W/D Hookups Central Air Dishwasher Private covered Patio or Balcony with storage Laundry Facility onsite (641)792-6939 EHO forestview@perryreid.com FOR SALE

1950'S VINTAGE Vanity Suitcase $35. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 1:64 Collectible Cars $12 each. Vintage "Camp Snoopy" Glasses (from 1950's/1960's) $35 for set. Coleman lunch box cooler $8. 515-313-7803.

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

Pleasant home environment.

Benefits for FT employees. Competitive wages.

Apply on-line at www.nurseforce.com or at our office:

NURSE FORCE 2900 Westown Parkway #200 West Des Moines, IA 515-224-4566 ACHC Accredited

1989 CORVETTE , 56,791 actual miles, automatic, power everything, removeable glass top, white exterior, red interior, 2 owner, excellent condition. NADA resale value $15,000 asking $10,000.

641-7920367

Maintenance Technician Immediate Opening

Currently seeking a maintenance technician, hours will be aprox. 24 hours a week. You would be responsible for building maintenance and repair, in addition some knowledge in servicing appliances, plumbing and electrical fixtures, change locks, installing and repairing garbage disposals, changing thermostats, occasional interior painting, inventory of supplies and equipment and curb appeal of the property. Valid driver’s license is required. Looking for someone that is able to work with little supervision, inner driven, willing to be on call for emergency calls, team player, and dependable.

Email or fax resume to: forestview@perryreid.com Fax 641-792-6939

1991 FORD F250, 4X4, 5 speed flat bed, new tires, good sounding motor, newer Holley 4 barrel, runs great. Would be a good work or farm truck $900. or OBO. Call for more information 641-417-0140.

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

641-840-0153 2011 FORD Ranger, 24k miles, extended cab, 2WD. Call for more information.

641-792-0860

Jasper County Recorder’s Clerk The Jasper County Recorder is seeking qualified applicants to fill a full-time clerical position for customer service and recording vital documents.

Pay scale $14.94-$18.90 with County Benefits Qualified applicants must have experience in accounting, customer service and possess a working knowledge of various Microsoft Office programs.

Applications and job description available at www.co.jasper.ia.us at the Jasper County Human Resources office located at: 115 N 2nd Ave E in Newton or at the County Recorder’s Office.

Applications must be received no later than 4:30 PM on October 21, 2016.

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JELD-WEN is hiring Production Employees!

JELD-WEN, Inc. Windows Division is now accepting applications for full-time 1st and 2nd 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 and patio doors to serve the Midwestern, Southern and Western markets.

We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: • Wages up to $14.51/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 Team, apply in person at 911 Industrial Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa. In order to ensure a safe working environment, a pre-employment drug screen is required.

EOE

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Lynnville-Sully Community School District Long Term Special Education One-on-One Associate: The Lynnville-Sully Community School District seeks a full-time long term substitute associate to work with an elementary student (8:00 am - 3:30 pm). Start Date: Immediately. Hourly wage: $9.25 per hour. Application deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Send a letter of interest, resume, and completed application to Shane Ehresman, Superintendent, Lynnville-Sully Community School District, PO Box 210, Sully, Iowa 50251. Application may be found on the school district web site: www.lshawks.com Electronic materials may be directed to: ehresman@lshawks.com Part-Time Elementary/Middle School Library Associate: The Lynnville-Sully Community School District seeks a part-time elementary/middle school library associate.

The associate will job share the position with another library associate. The associate will work a three-day rotation: Three school days at work, then three school days off. Start Date: Immediately. Hourly wage: $9.45 per hour. Application deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Send a letter of interest, resume, and completed application to Shane Ehresman, Superintendent, Lynnville-Sully Community School District, PO Box 210, Sully, Iowa 50251. Application may be found on the school district web site: www.lshawks.org electronic materials may be directed to: ehresman@lshawks.com SM-NE8142513-1013

PRODUCTION JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell is now accepting applications for 1st and 3rd shift production positions.

We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: • Competitive wages pay rates between $12.05 to $18.45 per hour • Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) • 401(k) • Off shift wage differential • Employee discounts In order to ensure a safe working environment, a pre-employment drug screen is required. If you are interested in joining the JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell production team, please apply in person between 7:30a.m.-3:30 p.m. (South side of the street)

JELD-WEN Door Division/Grinnell 820 Industrial Avenue • Grinnell, Iowa 50112 EOE SM-NE8142495-1010

ATTENTION NURSES! Are yyou a

Strong Leader?

Accura HealthCare of Newton-West RN’s & LPN’s

is seeking dedicated LPN’s and RN’s to join 6 PM- 6 AM Shift our night shift team! Our facility has an excellent reputation for quality as evidenced by our 2 consecutive Deficiency-Free Annual $5,000 Sign-on Surveys and 4-Star Rating by the Centers for Bonus for RN’s Medicare and Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare 5-Star Rating System. We embrace a unique upside-down culture, $4,000 putting residents and direct-care staff at the Sign-on Bonus for LPN’s top level of the organization.

We are seeking candidates who have a strong desire to serve by ensuring quality care, delivering the highest level of customer service, and passionately promoting our values in a supportive and positive environment.

Check out this great opportunity and learn more about Accura HealthCare’s unique “upside-down” philosophy!

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Applicants may apply visit us in person at: Accura HealthCare of Newton-West 2130 West l8th Street S Newton, lA 50208 Call 641-791-1127 for more information Accura HealthCare: partners in care, family for life

Customer Care Representative Customer Support Center Grinnell, IA

Newton Health Care Center is currently looking for a DIRECTOR OF NURSING to oversee the nursing department. We are looking for someone who can manage a culture of change to enhance the lives of people who reside in our 65 bed facility that is dual certified with ICF & SNF clients.

Chosen individual must be a Registered Nurse, with good management skills. We are looking for someone who is consistent and fair with staff, families and clients. Attention to detail and ability to follow through. This individual must have good assessment skills to provide care to clients.

If you are interested in being part of a positive team and love to learn and grow professionally, please send your resume to:

Newton Health Care Center 200 S. 8th Ave. E Newton, IA 50208 www.imgcares.com E.O.E. & Drug testing

JELD-WEN, a leading manufacturer of windows and doors is hiring for our Customer Care Center in Grinnell, Iowa.

As a member of our Customer Care team you will work directly with our customers via the telephone and internet to provide after-sales service and support to ensure the timely resolution of customer issues. Successful candidates will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Qualifications: • High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Associate’s Degree preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years customer service experience.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Ability to speak pleasantly and maintain calm demeanor at all times • Highly organized while multi-tasking • Possess objective analytical problem solving skills JELD-WEN is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. To ensure the safety and health of our employees, JELD-WEN maintains a drug-free work environment.

Please forward resume with cover letter to: bmintle@jeldwen. com or apply in person at 909 Pinder Ave, Grinnell, Iowa.

JELD-WEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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AUTOMOTIVE

1996 GOLD Wing, excellent condition, green in color, 31,000 miles. $5000 641-521-2784

1998 HITCHHIKER “Premier” 5th wheel camper, 35.6ft, 3 slides, new tires, very nice, $15,000 OBO 515-201-8951 or 515-2018792 2000 CADILLAC 4 dr, silver, 180,xxx miles, nice interior. Recently serviced.

Front tires brand new, good dependable car. $2,500 firm. 641-840-0153

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

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

Why do more people choose the classifieds? ...to get the job done.

EXTREMELY CLEAN LOW MILEAGE TRUCK! Whit 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD 33,000 miles, 2WD Extended cab. 6 ft box, V-8, tonneau cover, running boards, REMOTE START, 5th wheel hitch, back up camera, bed liner, AC, cruise, etc. $17,000 obo 641-792-9813

Run your own lost and found classified ad for $25 per month which will run in the Newton Daily News, Jasper County Advertiser, and online (with or without a picture).

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

Part time CNA

Experience, Qualifications, and Expectations:

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

New condition. No pets $35,000.

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

• Pays close attention to detail and does quality work • Is mechanically inclined • Is willing to work overtime when needed • Farm or ag industry experience is a plus but not required

Des Moines Feed offers competitive benefits including Paid Time Off, 401(K), insurance with paid premiums and deductibles, and bonus potential.

All qualified applicants must be legally employable and will be required to pass a drug screen and background check prior to employment. People with excessive visible tattoos or piercings will not be considered.

If you feel you are qualified and are interested in this opportunity, please email a resume or work summary to careers@desmoinesfeed.com.

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

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QUALITY SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN NEWTON, IA

Responsibilities will include: • Assist with regulatory training and orientation of new team members.

PPE, lock out tag out, Emergency action communication, Atlas Hazard Communication and GHS program, and intro to IOS -9000 • Keep calibration records of all measuring equipment up to date and organized • Power truck test and driver evaluations, and maintain training database

Candidate will need:

Newton Health Care Center Currently Hiring: LPN/RN & CNA

• To be accurate and extremely detail oriented!

• Ability to work in a timely and efficient manner and meet critical deadlines under pressure

Benefits include

• Paid sick leave

• Flex schedule

• Medical and dental Insurance

• Paid Holidays

We invite you to contact us at:

• Wage commensurate with experience

Newton Health Care Center 200 S 8th Ave E Newton, Iowa 50208 www.imgcares.com

All interested parties need to submit their resume in person at Atlas Hydraulics 1801 N 19th AVE E Newton, IA or email to dsulzle@atlashyd.com SM-NE8142510-1020

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Astrograph

Recent YouTube “silent music videos” prove even the coolest people in the world can look pretty foolish when you take away their backing tracks.

Who is the embodiment of your “backing track”? Mercury’s entrance into the sign of harmony will be a time to honor those who bring music to your world and are the constant beat you can count on.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Oct. 7). To say that you desire success would not be incorrect, just incomplete. What you want more is to know what is best and to embody it. Those around you sense your integrity, your indifference to money and your courage. Much of the

next six months will be spent educating yourself for the important work to be done. Capricorn and Sagittarius adore you.

Your lucky numbers are: 12, 3, 4, 18 and 6.

ARIES (March 21-April 19).

Of course it’s easier if things naturally click together, but they don’t always, and adjustments must be made. It’s not like it’s all that hard to file the edges of that square peg down so it fits the round hole.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20).

It is good to apply your mind to many of the day’s tasks, problems and responsibilities -- but not all of them. What happens this afternoon, for

Consider joining a great team as we continue our mission of commitment to compassion, excellence and innovation! We offer a competitive wage and complete benefit package.

Apply online or send resume to:

Newton Village Health Care Center 110 N. 5th Ave W., Newton, IA 50208

rdaniels@elimcare.org

www.elimcare.org

Elim Care is an EEO/AA Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status *Drug Free Workplace

Positions Available

Maytag a aytag Dairy Farms is seeking part-time sales and marketi marketing r iing rketi ng associates to join our team. Expe Experience x rience working xpe nng in aann offi ooffice ce or retail environment preferred.

• Strong communication skills • History of strong attendance

• Profit sharing program

varied hours

Part time Dietary Aide

All shifts available Competitive Pay and Benefits

• Exceptional organizational skills!

• Start earning vacation the same day you start.

ext. 6542

Newton, IA 50208

Des Moines Feed, a growing local producer of premium bird feed since 1944, has immediate openings for full and part-time Production Team Members on first and second shifts. Starting pay for this position will be $12.00-$15.00 per hour depending on fit and experience.

• Understands and safely operates mixing, cleaning, and bagging machinery when trained • Able to lift 50 pounds • Quick learner and follows instructions • Has a great attitude

792-3121 110 N 5th Ave W

PRODUCTION TEAM MEMBER

2007 SATURN Sky, less than 19,000 miles $12,500 obo 2003 GMC Z71, new brakes, tires, shocks, fuel pump & battery. $5000 obo 641-521-9793

• Matching 401K

place your ad today!

Check the Lost and Found in the Classified Pages!

E.O.E. & Drug Testing

instance, is best approached with an open heart and ready hands.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21).

Abstract thinking is highlighted. The concept that could save the day will be completely out of the blue, off the wall and seemingly unrelated to the logical trajectory. There’s no arguing with what works!

CANCER (June 22-July 22).

Don’t worry too much about the clean break. As it is in most good stories, the end of the chapter doesn’t have to wrap things up neatly. More often than not, it leaves a mess to be solved further into the book.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). This so-called “coincidence” is no such thing. Rather, take today’s

Applications are available at:

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kismet as an indication to keep following the path you’re on.

This will unfold in a positive way for many.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

You can’t always control what environment you exist in, but to the degree you can control it, do. Take charge and put yourself where you’re likely to feel healthy, interested and engaged.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23).

Cranky people may be funny for a while, but after continued exposure, the attitude gets old fast. Get enough sleep and food so that this is not you, and help to make comfortable those who are prone to agitation.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

Sometimes you’re the star;

sometimes you’re the extra.

Those who can accept that they don’t always have an active role in the main event will fare better and have more fun with what’s going on today.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21). You’ve no problem making a sacrifice. The big challenge will be in sorting the unhelpful, unnecessary sacrifices out from the ones that will really make a difference.

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NGSA Continued from Page 1B The NGSA board meets once a month throughout the year. Anderson said in the offseason the board sends out sponsor letters so all teams have sponsors when the teams are organized in April. The scheduling for all leagues is done during the offseason as well.

“Four years ago we moved toward instructional and educational regular-season leagues without win-loss records. All girls play each game and coaches are to play girls in different positions throughout the regular season. We want to help the girls develop softball skills,” Anderson said. “We have

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league tournaments at the end of the season to crown tournament champions, but we did away with regular-season champions.”

During the 2016 summer season, there were four teams each in the 6-and-under and 8-and-under leagues and five teams each in the 10-and-under and 13-and-under leagues. In the 18-and-under league, there were three teams from Newton. Anderson said there are several traveling teams from surrounding towns which play games in the NGSA leagues during the regular season.

“We looking for board members, coaches and umpires. We struggled to find coaches for teams also. We want experienced coaches to

teams in all leagues, and has done a pretty good job of it the past four years using the player assessment forms.

Anderson has been on the NGSA board for eight years and involved with the leagues for 15 years. He said they have seen numbers of players stay steady, even had three of the leagues see growth in 2016.

“The girls are playing and the program is stable. We just need more parents to become involved and serve on the board. We know life happens, and it does take a lot of time to be on the board. There is too much to do for just a few members. A full board is needed to run a season,” Anderson said. “We do a lot in the offseason to make the season successful

help teach the girls. We try to pair up a new coach with an experienced coach for teams if we can,” Anderson said.

Going off player assessment forms turned in by team coaches at the end of each season, Anderson said board members select teams following league registration in March. He said the board attempts to have balanced

for the players.”

NGSA registration is in March, and teams begin practices in mid April. Regular-season games begin in mid May and run throughout end of June followed by league tournaments.

The NGSA also holds an annual SNAG IT game for physically challenged youth.

Anderson said league players help with the teams in a fun game of softball.

Anderson said they would welcome anyone willing to serve on the board, whether they are parents or not. He said it is about providing an opportunity for the girls in Newton to play softball.

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

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