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Two-car accident at Highway 330/F17 sends one to hospital

By Mike Mendenhall Newton Daily News

Jamee A. Pierson/Daily News Newton Police Chief Rob Burdess explains modifications and updates to the city’s animal ordinance to the Newton City Council on Monday. The changes proposed include adding a standard of care section for animals living within city limits, policy for animals in vehicles and an update to the problematic and vicious dog standards.

City working to roll out stricter animal care laws

BAXTER — A two-car accident Monday night at the intersection of Highway F17 and Highway 330 near Baxter sent one driver to the hospital and blocked northbound traffic for a brief period.

According to the Iowa State Patrol, 21-year-old Macy J. Doty, of Baxter, was transported to Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines

by Baxter EMS with nonlife threatening injuries after she reportedly pulled through a stop sign at 7 p.m. driving westbound on Highway F17 into traffic on Highway 330.

An accident report states Doty did not see the white four-door car of 57-year-old Cynthia S. Cunningham, of Des Moines, heading northbound. Cunningham, who

was traveling northbound on Highway 330, could not stop and collided with Doty’s front driver’s side.

The 57-year-old was apparently uninjured and not taken to the hospital.

Investigators said neither driver was distracted by electronic or cell phone device during the accident.

The damage to Cunningham’s vehicle was estimated at the scene as $6,000, and Doty’s vehicle has a damage estimate at $1,000.

Sgt. Nathan Ludwig of the Iowa State Patrol said the accident was still under investigation on Tuesday morning and citations are pending.

The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office and Colfax EMS were also dispatched to assist at the scene.

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Public works wraps up more than $2.8M Changes to ordinance detail standard of construction season

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During the past two years, the Newton Police Department along with the Jasper County Animal Rescue League and the city have been working to improve the quality of life for animals to ensure a high level of animal control throughout the city.

The work is continuing with city council passing the first reading of an amended ordinance regarding animals.

The amendments fall into three categories — standard of care, animals in motor vehicles and vicious and problematic dogs. Newton Police Chief Rob Burdess explained to the city council Monday the reasoning behind the proposed changes and how he believes they will positively effect the animals, owners and city as a whole.

Standard of Care “The state of Iowa code in terms of caring for animals is

very vague,” Burdess said. “What the standard of care condition really outlines is how to take care of your animal within the city limits of Newton.”

Currently, the City of Newton does not detail the standard of care animals, excluding livestock, should have within city limits. Because of this, the NPD and JCARL have issues enforcing proper housing, food, water, sanitation and medical care.

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Driving down South Second Avenue in Newton, you cannot help but notice the smooth street, improved sidewalks and new, striking lighting.

Those are a few of the visible improvements made during the recent reconstruction which is wrapping up in early December.

Following a lively discussion on what work would be completed on

road between West Third Street South and West Fourth Street South received several upgrades.

“South Second Avenue was a big project.

There was a lot of components to it,” Newton Public Works Director Keith Laube said. “Narrowing the street, reshaping it, doing some storm sewer repair work WORKS | 3A

Newton van painted by Knievel’s artist Third annual Breakfast with Santa Van featured in 1970s set for Saturday magazines

Local nonprofits host endless pancakes with Santa event

By Michaella Cope and Kayla Langmaid Newton Daily News

The third annual Breakfast with Santa event kicks off Saturday morning as local nonprofit organizations collaborate to raise money for Newton parks.

Project AWAKE at the Newton Arboretum and the Friends of Newton Parks will be hosting the fundraising event.

Breakfast will be held at the Newton Arboretum from 8 to 10 a.m. and will include all you can eat pancakes, along with eggs and sausage for $5 per person.

At 9 a.m. Santa will arrive to visit with children.

Lowe “Santa will be on hand for children to share their wish lists, and parents are invited to bring their cameras,” said Jessica Lowe, vice president of Friends of Newton Parks.

At the same time, children can participate in holiday activities such as crafts and decorating Christmas cookies.

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By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News A van now in the possession of a Newton man has some connections to some of the wildest era in daredevil stunt history.

Dave Bonnett recently purchased “Cool Blue” — a 1976 Econoline E-150 van airbrushed by artist George Sedlak many years ago. Sedlak, a Quad Cities-area artist, became well-known in the 1970s for painting the motorcycle and other items used by stunt rider Robert “Evil” Knievel.

“I don’t even think the guy I bought it from knew its story,” Bonnett said. “And no one really knows the whole path of owners it’s had through the years.”

Sedlak, who couldn’t be reached for this story,

Jason W. Brooks/Daily News The van now in Dave Bonnett’s possession was painted by artist George Sedlak many years ago. Sedlak became well-known in the 1970s for painting the motorcycle and other items used by stunt rider Robert “Evil” Knievel.

is an artist who met up with Knievel more than three decades ago and became the stunt motorcyclist’s exclusive artist, designing and painting everything from helmets to jackets to fuel tanks, and many other vehicles in between.

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from that era — a “hippie van” that wouldn’t be an everyday vehicle. He found “Cool Blue” available for sale from a young Utah man who had lost his driving privileges and needed quick cash. Bonnett said he won’t disclose the asking price, but it

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many van hobbyist magazines published in the 1970s, common when the large, low-to-theground, “party” touring vans were coming into vogue. It graces the cover of the January 1978 issue of “Travelin’ Vans, Mini Trucks & Pickups.”

In May, Bonnett was shopping online for a van

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Corn, soybean futures brighter after revised RVOs released Not all are in favor of higher targets

By Jason W. Brooks Newton Daily News On Nov. 23, the Environmental Protection Agency released its 2017 renewable volume objectives, which is good news for Jasper County corn farmers. However, not everyone is jumping for joy.

U.S. fuel refiners will be forced to blend 19.28 billion gallons of ethanol, biomass-based diesel and other biofuels into the gasoline and diesel supply in 2017, which is the highest minimum ever imposed by the American government.

The corn-based ethanol requirement increases to 15 billion gallons, which is the level required by the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 that created the Renewable Fuel Standards.

This is a boon for corn producers, who instantly became slightly less dependent on food demands and international shipment complexities with a higher government-imposed demand for corn used to make ethanol.

The Institute for Energy Research, however, points to a few drawbacks to an ethanol standard that will go beyond the “blend wall” of 10 percent ethanol permitted in gasoline engines.

“Many automobile manufacturers will not warranty vehicles that use greater than 10 percent ethanol,” the IER said in a statement. “Further, any amount of ethanol in motor fuel can damage small engines such as lawn mowers, snow blowers, and boats.”

Also, the IER says, because corn is used in ethanol production which competes with food uses, higher ethanol mandates drive up the cost of

Jason W. Brooks/Daily News The Environmental Protection Agency released its 2017 renewable volume objectives on Nov. 23. Refiners will be forced to blend 19.28 billion gallons of ethanol, biomass-based diesel and other biofuels into the gasoline and diesel supply in 2017, a boon for corn producers.

food and causes market volatility that impacts both industry and consumers.

The RFS rule for 2017 is 1.2 billion gallons higher than the amount of renewable fuels that EPA required to be blended into the fuel supply for 2016 — a 6 percent increase.

Corn growers, lawmakers and companies such as REG, which has a Newton biorefinery and many other locations, fought long and hard over the past couple of years to raise the RVO proposals and final numbers from the EPA. Renewable Fuels Association president Bob Dinneen says the EPA has finalized a rule that sends a very positive signal to the marketplace.

“I think you’ll see investment in infrastructure and new technologies,” Dinneen said. “I think you’ll (also) see a revitalization of the next generation of biofuels as a result of this rule. It’s very big news.”

Dinneen said cellulosic ethanol targets for next year are up 35 percent at 311 million gallons and agrees with the EPA’s decision to maintain cellulosic waver authority given limited production capacity.

The 2017 RVO numbers now closely align with the original Renewable Fuel Standard mandate.

National Corn Growers Association president Wesley Spurlock responded to the final RVO ruling, saying increasing ethanol volumes are critical for farmers facing difficult economic times.

The EPA announcement also received bipartisan approval from top Iowa officials.

Rep. Dave Loebsack, Iowa’s lone Democrat in Congress, serves as the co-chair of the House Biofuels Caucus.

“Today’s announcement is good news for Iowa’s farmers, rural communities and consumers,” Loebsack said

after the announcement. “I am pleased the EPA followed the mandate set for them by Congress to ensure ethanol and biofuels are a source of fuel for the future, while decreasing our dependence on foreign oil. But our work is not done. I will also continue to fight to create greater access to biofuels at local gas stations across the country.”

Gov. Terry Branstad, a Republican, also praised the new standards.

“Although the biodiesel numbers did not grow as much as the industry advocated, I understand that biodiesel is best positioned to compete for increased volumes in the increased advanced biofuels category,” Branstad said.

“Federal decisions have led to unnecessary uncertainty in agriculture and the biofuels industry the last few years.

In this week of Thanksgiving, Iowans should generally be thankful that our nation is moving back toward a robust

Iowans encouraged to consider an Iowa-grown Christmas tree DES MOINES – Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey again encouraged Iowans to consider choosing a fresh, Iowa-grown Christmas tree to decorate their home this holiday season.

“Selecting a fresh Christmas tree can be part of a great family tradition and is an opportunity to connect with an Iowa farmer and support the local economy,” Northey said. “Iowa is fortunate to have more than 100 Christmas tree farms in all parts of the state, so everyone has the opportunity to get their own fresh tree to

help celebrate.”

A directory of tree farms across Iowa is available on the Iowa Christmas Tree Association website at www.

IowaChristmasTrees. com. On the site there is a “Find a Farm” link on the top left-hand corner of the page.

Besides the location of the farms, the directory also includes a phone number and hours of operation for each farm to assist in planning.

These farms devote more than 1,500 acres to Christmas tree production in Iowa and as a result harvest approximately 39,500 Christ-

mas trees each year.

The result is a $1 million dollar industry contributing to Iowa’s economy.

It takes 6 to 12 years to grow a Christmas tree before it is ready to be sold. Most tree farms in Iowa are 3 to 8 acres in size and sell trees by choose and harvest method, where a customer comes to the farm and cut their own tree.

Following are tips to keep in mind to make your trip to a Christmas tree farm more enjoyable: • Be sure you know what size tree fits in your home, both height and width, be-

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fore you leave. Trees always look smaller in the field and there is nothing worse than bringing a tree indoors only to find it’s too big.

• Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes, and gloves that you aren’t afraid to get dirty.

• Make sure the tree you pick has a straight trunk and will fit properly in your tree stand.

• Fresh trees need water. Once you get your tree home remember to check the water daily. Trees can use up to a gallon of water daily.

• Make sure you unplug any tree lights before you leave home or go to bed.

Cattle producers invited to leadership summit Newton Daily News AMES — Cattle producers and friends of the industry are invited to attend the Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit on Friday and Saturday. The events will be held at the Hansen Agriculture Student Learning Center.

The Cattlemen’s Night Out Fundraiser is at 5:30 p.m. Friday, featuring a New York Strip steak dinner and update on federal agriculture policy from Jacqui Fatka, Iowa native and policy editor for Feedstuffs and Farm Futures.

Tickets for the dinner are $50.

The Iowa Cattle Industry Leadership Summit is from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. This free event is similar to past Iowa Cattle Industry Conventions. A complimentary lunch will be served.

Iowa Cattlemen’s Association policy meetings will take place throughout the day, along with a “State of the Industry” panel in the afternoon and the Cattle Industry Awards.

Interested attendees may register online at www. iacattlemen.org or call 515-296-2266.

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RFS that is vital to the revitalization of rural America.”

However, none of this seemed to please the IER, which cautioned against too much ethanol, too fast.

“Refiners that are not able to meet the renewable fuel requirement must purchase Renewable Identification Numbers — credits that allow them to make up the difference between what is mandated and what is actually used,” the IER stated.

“While RINs had originally cost a few cents when biofuel requirements were low, RINs have now escalated in cost.

RINs will either bankrupt our small, merchant refiners and/or be passed onto gasoline and diesel prices which will hurt American consumers. Either way, RIN costs of this magnitude are not good for the American economy. “

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Local & State News Council Continued from Page 1A With the proposed additions, the standard of care includes: • Providing adequate food, shelter and water for an animal.

No person keeping an animal is to abandon it.

• Provide adequate food, at intervals appropriate for the species, a quantity of wholesome food ingredients, suitable for the physical condition and age of the animal, served in a clean receptacle or container, sufficient to maintain an adequate level of nutrition for such an animal.

• Provide reasonable access to a supply of clean, fresh, potable water, provided in a sanitary manner. If potable water is not accessible to the animal at all times, it is to be provided daily, for such duration and of sufficient quantity as appropriate for the species.

• Provide adequate shelter for such animal when it is kept outdoors, tangle-free, which means a structurally sound, weather-proof, properly ventilated shelter, which provides

Works Continued from Page 1A and even moving some storm sewer intakes, we had some water main work as well and it is completed.”

A new feature on the street is pedestrian lighting in the form of lamp posts lining both sides of the road.

“The lights are LED lights so they are a little brighter white light, a little different than the rest of downtown, which is more of a yellow light,” Laube said. “We started planting trees, so long-term, those trees will get bigger and the lights won’t be as

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access to shade from direct sunlight and regress from exposure to weather conditions. The shelter should be appropriate for the particular species and breed.

• Provide adequate shelter for such animal when it is kept indoors, which means a properly ventilated and illuminated facility, sufficiently regulated by heating or cooling to protect the animal from extremes of temperature, and to provide for its health and comfort. It should be appropriate for the species and breed.

• Provide adequate sanitation that includes periodic cleaning or sanitizing of housing facilities and any area where the animal is confined or restrained, to remove excreta and other waste materials and dirt, so as to minimize vermin infestation, odors and disease hazards.

• Provide adequate space, which means primary enclosures and housing facilities be constructed and maintained so as to provide sufficient space to allow each animal to make normal postural and social adjustments with adequate freedom of movement to maintain physical condition.

bright. It is for pedestrian safety and it turned out to be a good project.”

Additional changes to the road that were made during reconstruction include between West Third Street South and East Third Street South — the street is 40 feet wide with parallel parking and new sidewalks and between East Third Street South and East Fourth Street South. The street will be reconstructed to 30 feet wide with parallel parking added on the north side.

The reconstruction cost of $1.18 million was funded by the Downtown TIF District.

Another street project

• Provide adequate veterinary care, which means that a sick, diseased or injured animal be provided with a proper program of care by a veterinarian, or humanely euthanized. All animals will be provided with proper immunizations and preventive health care including parasite control.

Animals in Motor Vehicles On occasion, animals are left in vehicles during conditions that are not ideal for their health and welfare. The city and the state currently doesn’t have code directly addressing the issues, which could lead to an animal remaining in a vehicle during potentially deadly conditions.

The proposed ordinance would prohibit animal owners from leaving their pets within a vehicle during times of extreme heat or cold without proper ventilation or other protections from the heat or cold. The ordinance would give the police, fire department or JCARL the right to forcibly enter a vehicle and remove the animal if it was deemed the life or safety of the animal was in jeopardy as a result of being

recently completed is the reconstruction of North Fourth Avenue West. The project consisted of new concrete pavement laid from West Eighth Street North to West 15th Street North and the road widening to 31 feet, 6 feet wider than the previous road.

“We widened the street a little bit so now people can park at all times on the south side, it is wide enough so parking can flow both ways with parking on one side,” Laube said.

New sidewalks were also constructed on both sides of the street where concrete walks did not ex-

Vicious and Problematic Dogs Since the latest version of the ordinance concerning vicious and problematic dogs was enacted in the fall of 2014, 12 dogs have been declared problematic and six dogs have been deemed vicious. There has also been two vicious animals hearings, both occurring in 2016.

“We have been very responsive to dogs at large. The first offense has been very helpful in letting them know there is a problem,” Burdess said.

He would like to change a few aspects of the ordinance to better address at-large dogs and people who serve on the Ani-

ist. The total project cost came in at $1.2 million.

Also completed in the last few weeks was the Hike and Bike Trail extension from North 11th Avenue East and East 12th Street North to Woodland Park. While most of the trail is off of the street, a portion near the railroad brings pedestrians and bikers briefly onto the road.

“There were issues with trying to cross the railroad tracks. There are certain guidelines for bike trails to cross tracks and there wasn’t enough room to put the infrastructure needed to have bikes have their own railroad cross-

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“Breakfast with Santa would not be possible without our sponsors Park Centre and the Newton Hy-Vee,” Lowe said.

The funds raised at the breakfast will be used for various projects such as the new skate park planned in Aurora Park and planting trees.

Nathan Unsworth, administrative superintendent of Newton Parks, said the money all goes back to Newton’s parks for implemented projects.

“I think it’s been a great combinaUnsworth tion of two organizations working together and a chance to bring people to the arboretum,” Unsworth said. “It’s a fun event and a way to raise a little money in the process.”

Lowe said the goal is to raise several hundred dollars, and the event has brought in 125 attendees in the past.

“We hope people come out with their families and enjoy themselves. It’s a fun morning and it will usher in the holiday season,” Lowe said.

seemed low, but after talking with the Utah man at length, he decided to wire him money and found a suitable wrecker headed east to Iowa. “Cool Blue” showed up at Bonnett’s front door in Newton.

“The kid didn’t really know the history of the van, and it’s probably had a bunch of owners,” Bonnett said. “But my neighbors looked up George and found pictures of ‘Cool Blue’ online, so they said ‘I don’t know what you’ve got, but it’s something unique.’”

Bonnett said he eventually contacted Sedlak, who still maintains a busy schedule, and verified the artist had indeed painted ‘Cool Blue.’ Sedlak pointed out the solid brass and other irreplaceable components that were initially part of the van, and seemed happy to know it was still around.

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left within the vehicle.

“We do a get a few calls on this every year,” Burdess said.

“We do have some that are in a gray area were you can see the animal is labored but is not dying, so this really takes care of the gray area.”

If an official were to take action to save an animal, neither the city or JCARL would be liable for any damage caused by the removal of the animal and veterinary care or impound fees would be the responsibility of the animal owner.

“Cool Blue’s” main visual tie to Sedlak is his name near the base of one of the back doors. The theme is a tribute to a nuclear submarine that a good friend of Sedlak’s served on in the U.S, Navy, known for its missions at the north pole.

A polar bear and a blue Ford van are waiting to great the USS Skate as it surfaces in one of the depictions.

For Bonnett, “Cool Blue” is less a reminder of the partying lifestyle associated with the mysterious vans as it is a reminder of how long an older, well-decorated vehicle can last. The engine has been rebuilt at least once. It’s also a reminder of the courage and unique nature of Knievel’s lifestyle.

At the time Sedlak was working on the van, Knievel was rising to greater fame with each death-defying stunt. Sedlak’s artwork was a part of Knievel’s gear as he wowed audiences with his mixed success in leaping such items as a canyon

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and an ever-increasing number of vehicles — a tradition even Knievel’s son, Robbie, would carry on.

Sedlak’s work has been featured at shows in several countries and is in the Smithsonian. Some of his pieces are owned and appreciated

by Jay Leno.

Some of Sedlak’s work holds is value decades later. The helmet Knievel wore for his 1975 jump of 13 buses in London’s Wembley Stadium sold at a 2013 auction for more than $60,000.

Bonnett said he advertised the van for sale briefly, but it’s no longer for sale. He wants to keep it and care for it as part of history.

He said he’s no celebrity — but he can’t say the same for the van.

“It’s not really about the partying or whatever trouble kids used to get into in these vans back in the day,” Bonnett said. “It’s about preserving a well-crafted, durable vehicle and taking pride in something built to last.”

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to and from events at the speedway.

An additional project completed was the replacement of the South 12th Avenue West bridge with a twin box culvert.

“It has been a really busy year, we have done a lot of work with a lot of projects going on,” Laube said. “We have been fortunate a long fall or November was a warmer than normal month so a lot of the projects got done and that really helped us out so we can get new projects going next year.”

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ing,” Laube said. “The bikes will be on the road and next year we will design a sidewalk so people can walk to the park without walking on the street.”

TK Concrete, Inc. of Pella was awarded the bid for the trail and completed the project for $196,178.

Although not visible when driving through Newton, the paving project at Lincoln Street near the Iowa Speedway will make a huge difference for those who travel in the area frequently during race weekends.

The city found the gravel road with borrow ditches posed a safety concern for fans to use it to walk

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The current ordinance says a dog at-large two or more times within a 12 month period be declared problematic. Because of several occurrences where a dog has gotten out two times within a day or weekend, causing it to become problematic very quickly, Burdess has proposed to raise the number of times a dog is at-large to four within 12 months before it is declared problematic.

Burdess also recommended removing himself or a police designee from the Animal Review Committee. The three-member board would then consist of a member of the public, an animal professional and a city employee, removing any appearance of favoritism or a biased from the committee.

“The Jasper County ARL have worked together on this and it is something that we take very seriously,” Burdess said. “I think this will go a long way to make sure our animals are well taken care of within the community.”

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Keeping me on my toes Jamee A. Pierson

ver the past weekend, we got our first taste of winter weather, more specifically, snow. The majority of the snow fell while I was out of town in Council Bluffs, and I hoped more than anything it would melt.

I am not a Scrooge or a Grinch when it comes to the holidays. I love Christmas and everything that comes with it — but I want it in due time.

I do not put up decorations until after Thanksgiving, and we don’t get a tree until December rolls around. I do, however, begin shopping well before hand, and I am proud to say I am about 95 percent done for this year.

I like to enjoy holiday events such as watching the yearly programs on television and visiting the mall to

ride the train. We head to Bass Pro Shop to see Santa Claus and get the annual picture taken.

A new tradition I hope to start this year is visiting Jolly Holiday Lights at Adventureland in Altoona. I have gone one other time when we still counted how old my oldest daughter was in months and I think the girls, and myself, would really like it now.

It also doesn’t hurt that it is a lot closer and more convenient to home.

I can be kind of a stickler when it comes to Christmas music. I love the hymns we sing at church and fun Christmas songs the girls learn at school, but I am not one to be tuned in to the radio station which plays it all day, everyday, for the month leading up to the big day. To me, it is spe-

cial music and, in all reality, it can get a little annoying after a while.

Back to the weather. As a kid, I of course loved the snow. My friends and I would build huge snow forts and play for hours and usually until it got dark in the white fluffy stuff.

I will blame it on the Olympics but for a few years my mom and dad even constructed a skating rink in our yard for me to skate around doing my best Kristi Yamaguchi impression.

Snow also brought snow days which meant sleeping in for twohour late starts and sometimes not even having to go to school if it was bad enough. Even knowing we would have to make them up when it was blazing hot during the summer, they were worth it.

Nowadays, I’m not such a big fan of the cold weather, let alone snow.

Cooler temps mean coats, hats, gloves and scarves which adds about 10 minutes to our morning routine,

usually because I am searching for a lost glove the girls just aren’t quite sure where they put it.

When it snows, it just amplifies things. Snow pants are amazing, amazingly difficult. Just thinking about putting the whole get up on just to get to school and take it off gets me worn.

Now, like I said, I am not a Scrooge.

I love to have snow for Christmas and for my kids to play in. Nothing is better than the happiness in their eyes when the first flakes begin to fall from the sky and watching them run around, rolling through the piles of snow and our first trip down the big hill by our house.

I would just like it to be limited and not stretch into February and March — and in the one crazy year, May. A brief snow around the holidays to create the picture perfect day is good with me.

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Let’s punish some people for flying the flag You have a constitutional right to burn the American flag, just like you have a constitutional right to bear arms.

No difference. Patriots died for both rights.

Those brave soldiers overseas are defending your right to burn the flag. Our hero police officers stand ready to protect your right to burn the flag.

The brave Marines who died on Iwo Jima died for your right to burn the American flag.

You have a constitutional right to burn the American flag in protest. You also have a constitutional right to burn the American flag for light, for heat or just for the hell of it. You have a constitutional right to burn the flag while performing an abortion or conducting weird satanic rites.

You have a constitutional right to wave the flag at Klan rallies while saying black people are lynchable apes. You have a constitutional right to wave the flag while saying the Holocaust never happened.

If you beat a gay man to death for being gay and then burn the American flag, you can be arrested for murder, but not for burning the flag.

If you own an American company that produces its products in overseas sweatshops, you are perfectly free to fly the flag over your American headquarters.

If you’re rich and you buy a company, loot its pension plan and sell its assets, when you go out of business, your now-jobless workers will leave the plant on the last day and walk past the flagpole from which you fly Old Glory. You can then fly that flag from the stern of your yacht. The brave boys at Valley Forge died for that right.

You can fly the flag out in front of your gun store in Mississippi, and you can knowingly sell guns to a “straw buyer” who will take them north to Chicago, where they will be used to shoot teenagers. You can fly the flag in front of a payday loan business where you cheat the poor.

You can fly the flag out in front of a chicken processing plant where illegal immigrants are underpaid and pushed so hard to work faster that they frequently slip with the knife and cut off a finger. You can fly the flag over your business as you break the union, as you eliminate the pension, as you demand employees work forced overtime, as you do away with sick days, as you starve and dishonor and belittle your workers.

You can fly the flag over your retail store that offers wages so low your employees qualify for food stamps. You can fly the flag over the homeless shelter in a city where there are fewer jobs every year and the ones that are left pay minimum wage.

You can fly the flag over a day labor agency where only the most desperate men and women go for work. You can fly it over a liquor store that sells cheap beer and off-brand cigarettes and lottery tickets, all the great time-wasting tools of the poor. You can fly it over the megachurch where the congregation arrives in 10-year-old Fords and the minister drives home in a Mercedes.

Don’t look up at the American flag. Look down to see what it hides, what it shades, what it excuses, what it camouflages.

Root out injustice because it dishonors the flag.

Stand up against prejudice because it dishonors the flag. Insist that the flag not be flown over nests of thieves and the businesses of cheats.

You don’t put the flag on your bumper. You put it in your heart.

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Department of Ed is failing teachers, students In a manner identical to the way the media and political theories completely failed to understand the depth of resentment in the country to current political thinking (as demonstrated in the recent election), the media and teaching theories completely failed to understand the depth of degradation of education the past sixty years (as demonstrated by NCLB and ESSA). Political theorists, backed by biased media reporting, ignored and/ or blamed increasing numbers of victims failed by the system.

Similarly, professionals in education theory, backed by superficial media reporting, ignored and/or blamed those being failed by the education system when it changed from concepts and their application to memorization 60 years ago. While the political system is working to reassess,

SPEAK OUT How to contact your elected officials

Newton City Council Mike Hansen, Mayor 1511 N. 5th Ave. E. Newton, IA 50208 641-521-6755 mikeh@newtongov.org Lin Chapé, At-Large 320 E. 3rd St. S. Newton, IA 50208 641-840-0815 linc@newtongov.org

unfortunately, the education system is still resisting change, particularly in Iowa, where the misperception has been very deeply ingrained. Educators still fail to understand it is not about a list of topics to be memorized for the testing and then teaching to the list. The national Common Core provides the basic concepts on which to build.

Iowa educators attempted to write their own curriculum, and demonstrated complete failure in all they wrote. Math and science could be straightened out through aspects of those disciplines not associated with education the past 60 years (such as engineering). Unfortunately, Iowa educators prevailed on reading, and results are showing a continued decline with Iowa educators having no explanation.

This September a study was released that addresses this: “The Dyslexia Dilemma: a History of Ignorance, Complacency, and Resistance in Colleges of Education” by Hurford D, Hurford

Steve Mullan, Fourth Ward 1248 S. 20th Ave. W. Newton, IA 50208 641-792-8018 stevem@newtongov.org Miranda Kulis, At-Large 315 First St. S. #303 Newton, IA 50208 612-819-4725 mirandak@newtongov.org Jeremy Biondi, First Ward 538 Hartwig Way Newton, IA 50208 641-521-1517 jeremyb@newtongov.org

J, Head K, Keiper M, Nitcher S, Renner L. (2016). According to a press release on this, the science of reading (with its five essential components) is not being properly taught because teachers are not being properly trained.

Teacher training programs have failed to understand the need to return to the five components of reading — an absolute basis for other learning, especially math.

Desperate for improvement, teachers are going beyond memorizing sight words to memorizing phrases. This misses the point that new assessments of depth of knowledge of concepts and their applications find memorization too shallow. In addition, it does not work with certain learning styles (and ESSA says the children are not to be blamed). The U.S. Department of Education is now writing guidelines for training teachers to effectively teach the five components of reading.

Why no press releases reported?

Sue Atkinson Baxter

Evelyn George, Second Ward 2307 N. 7th Ave. E. Newton, Iowa 50208 641-521-0329 evelyng@newtongov.org Craig Trotter, Third Ward 1201 E. 16th St. S. Newton, IA 50208 641-521-7552 craigt@newtongov.org

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Obituaries George Edgar Boitnott Dec. 4, 2016 George Edgar Boitnott Jr., 83, of 13231 Angle Road, died at 2:05 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, at Hospice House in Ottumwa.

He was born Dec. 28, 1932, in Cambridge, to George Edgar and Floma Clements Boitnott. He married Patricia Lou Campbell Aug. 28, 1954. A graduate of Newton High School in 1951, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1952-1955 during the Korean War. George and Patty lived in New-

George Thompson Dec. 3, 2016 George Gilbert Thompson, the son of Lewis Franklin and Leona Alice (Marshall) Thompson, was born Feb. 23, 1922, in rural C l a r k County. He attended schools in Osceola. On Oct. 21, 1942, George was united in marriage with Wilma J. Benson in

Virginia Williams Dec. 5, 2016 Virginia Williams, 91, of Newton, died Monday, Dec. 5, 2016, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Services are pending at Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton.

ton before moving to Ottumwa in 1961, when he became a partner of Wheeler’s Typewriter Exchange on Church Street. George also sold life insurance for Bankers Life for a few years before starting George Boitnott Enterprises in 1966.

He was a member of Ottumwa Masonic Lodge #16 A.F. & A.M., Davenport Consistory, Clinton Chapter 9, Ottumwa Council 31, Malta Commandery 31, KAABA Shrine Club as well as the Ottumwa Shrine Club where he was a member of the Cycle Patrol and Ragtops.

He took great joy in volunteering to transport children to the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

He was also a member of O.B. Nelson Post #3 American Legion and

Walter B. Schafer Post #775 Veterans of Foreign Wars. George and his wife Patty loved to travel.

Surviving is his wife, Patty; three children, Vickie Lynn (Kevin) Edmundson of Wichita, Kan., Jeff (Linda) Boitnott of Ottumwa and Kim (C.J.) Lett of Wichita, Kan.; five grandchildren, Shanel (Justin) Livengood, Dev (Alicia) Engle, Cassie (Jeremy) Marts, Clint Lett and Madeleine Lett; a granddaughter-in-law, Kimbra Boitnott; six great-grandsons, Aiden, Will, Vincent, Everett, Gavin and Colton; a brother-in-law, Burt Lothe of Newton; two nephews, Scott and Eric Lothe. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Elizabeth Lothe; and a grandson, Chad

Boitnott.

A funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Reece Funeral Home in Ottumwa, with his nephew, Pastor Scott Lothe officiating. Burial will be in Ottumwa Cemetery with military services conducted by O.B. Nelson Post #3 American Legion and Walter B. Schafer Post #775 Veterans of Foreign Wars. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m.

Wednesday. A Masonic service will be at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday followed by a time where the family will receive friends until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children or Hospice serving Davis and Wapello Counties, 927 Pennsylvania Ave., Ottumwa, IA 52501.

Bethany, Mo. He ran a rendering truck in the Jasper County area until 1967. In 1968, George went to work for Farm Service driving a truck selling fuel oil, diesel oil and gasoline. He worked for Farm Service until 1987, then went to work for Sully Co-op. He retired from the Co-op in 2007.

George died Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at Skiff Medical Center in Newton. He was 94 years old. George was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wilma, in June 1993; his brothers, Milton, Robert, Lewis, Charles, Walter,

Howard and Ralph; and his sister, Leona.

Those left to honor George’s memory include his children, Patricia (George) Deishl of Pahrump, Nev., Tom (Ilene) Thompson of Helena, Mont., and Kay (Rick) Vander Werf of Monroe; his grandchildren, Shawn Duggins, Shannon (Mechelle) Flory, Amy Thompson, Alicia Thompson, Matthew (Erin) Vander Werf and Morgan (Tony) DeRaad; his great-grandchildren, Alyxx Duggins, Shawn Duggins, Jr., Nathan Duggins, Faith Steltzer, Tristan Flory, Kea-

ton Thompson, Baylee Smith, Natalie Smith, Kaia Vander Werf, Jordan Vander Werf, Gavin DeRaad, Brevin DeRaad and Avery DeRaad; and his special friend, Mary Parsons of Kellogg.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7 at the Pence-Reese Funeral Home in Newton. The family will greet friends from 1 p.m. until the time of the service Wednesday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be designated to the Pleasant View United Methodist Church or the Kellogg Historical Society.

Births Grantlee David Barr Nov. 14, 2016

Ashley and Bryan Barr of Newton, announce the birth of their son, Grantlee David Barr, born Nov. 14, 2016,

at Skiff Medical Center in Newton. He weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and measured 19.75 inches.

He is welcomed home by siblings Alexander Barr, 7, and Emily Barr, 6.

Grandparents are Ryan and Brenda Jensen

of Leighton and Dave and Rhonda Barr of Kellogg.

Great-grandparents are Jackie Weatherly of Marshalltown, Ron and Judi Hotger of Laurel, Doloras Ballard of Marshalltown, Richard and Pam Jensen of Georgia.

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• Chapter HS of P.E.O. will meet at 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday in the home of Judy Swenson, 721 W. 11th St. The program is “Sharing Christmas from the Heart.” Each member is to bring a family favorite Christmas food to share. Please include your recipe. Snowbird dues are due.

• Seed Treatment CIC will meet at 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday at ISU Extension, Jasper County, 550 N. Second Ave. W. in Newton. Contact Tammy Welcher at 641-792-6433 or welcher@iastate.edu with questions.

• Dinners on Tuesday, a free meal, will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Christian Life Church, 421 S. Second Ave W. in Newton. Everyone welcome.

Dinner will be in the basement of the church.

• Discover Hope, a faith based addiction support group, will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at 219 N. Second Ave. W. in Newton.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 8 p.m.

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

• Newton High School Blood Drive will begin at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Newton High School, 800 E. Fourth St. S. For more information or to make an appointment, contact Hannah Yeager at yeagerhannah@newton.k12.ia.us.

• Jasper County Human Service Providers will meet at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday at Salvation Army in Newton. Area elected officials have been invited to provide an update of the past year and legislative matters pending or anticipated, as well as listen to feedback on topics that will affect the citizens of Jasper County.

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

• Free Community Meal will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday at First United Methodist Church, 210 N. Second Ave. E. in Newton. Those interested may enter the church through the glass/elevator doors on the Second Avenue East side or through the single glass door off the north parking lot. The meals are open to the public and everyone is welcome.

• Pet Pictures with Santa will begin at 6 p.m.

Wednesday at Newton Community Theatre, 1701 S. Eighth Ave. E. in Newton. The event is an Animal Rescue League Fundraiser. Bring your camera to get some great Christmas card photos. Please enter at the stage door west of the main entrance.

• Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7 p.m.

Wednesday at the Masonic Temple in Prairie City.

• Newton Area Chamber of Commerce December Breakfast will begin at 7 a.m. Thursday at First Assembly of God, 1029 E. 19th St. N. in Newton. Speakers will be Newton Chief of Police, Rob Burdess and his brother, Detective Jeremy Burdess of the Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office.

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Police Blotter Newton Police Department • Scott W. Cupples, 30, of Newton, was charged with second-degree criminal mischief and fifth-degree theft when police were called at 7:04 p.m. Friday to Farver True Value in reference to a shop lifter.

Cupples was seen by employees taking merchandise and running from the store. Cupples allegedly caused more than $1,000 in damage to the store’s front doors.

Cupples was in possession of items valued at $60.17.

Cupples was arrested.

• Anthony K. Nicholas, 24, of Newton, is cited with failure to yield to a pedestrian after police were called to an accident just before 5 p.m. Friday at the intersection of North Second Avenue and West Third Street North. Nicholas was driving a 2016 black Chevy Silverado when he stopped at the intersection but allegedly failed to yield for a pedestrian who was crossing the roadway. The pedestrian was transported to Skiff Medical Center by ambulance with nonlife threatening injuries. Nicholas told police he didn’t see the pedestrian.

• Chase A. Healey, 38, of Kellogg, is cited with fol-

lowing to closely, and Austin Jacob James, 18, of Newton, was arrested on warrants after police were called to a collision at 5:39 p.m. Nov. 29 at the intersection of First Avenue East and East 19th Street South. The driver who was struck, Eugene G. Adams, 79, of Newton, claimed he was stopped to turn and had his turn signal on when Healey struck him from behind.

Healey and his passenger told police they didn’t know if the driver in front of them stopped completely, but claimed the driver slammed on the brakes suddenly and didn’t have the turn signal on. Healey’s passenger, James, was arrested on four Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office warrants.

Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office • Blake E. Samuelson, 18, of Monroe, is charged with possession of controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after police stopped Samuelson during a traffic stop at 8:37 p.m. Tuesday in the 11200 block of Highway 14 South. Samuelson was pulled over for exceeding the posted speed limit of 55. Samuelson didn’t have a registration card and when he looked in the glovebox there was a large pipe

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Typically, the traditional prostheses can be hot, heavy, expensive and take quite a while to arrive. Knitted Knockers are made by people who care. Sometimes your request can be filled that very day. All you need to do is ask. These are sent nationwide and all over the world.

I learned about this wonderful organization earlier this year, and I am now the Northern California distribution point. The response we’ve had from women who receive them is astounding.

Please let breast cancer survivors know about Knitted Knockers at www.KnittedKnockers.org. There they will find an order form to fill out, and we will be happy to mail out one or a pair. They give women confidence and comfort at a time when they can really use it.

If you know a knitter or crocheter, encourage them to join the cause.

Knit and crochet patterns and a list of acceptable yarns are on the website. Abby, thanks for passing the word on! -- CLAIRE G. IN CALIFORNIA DEAR CLAIRE: I know many women will be glad to know about the service you are offering, and grateful for the knitters and crocheters who devote their time so generously to make recovery easier for breast cancer survivors. Thank you for writing.

DEAR ABBY: It’s Santa here, asking if I could address your readers about a couple of things my helpers at the malls are bringing to my attention.

First and foremost: When you stand in line with your child, and it’s finally their turn and they start to cry, scream and tremble, please DON’T force them to sit on Santa’s lap. If you do, you are traumatizing your child. Is a picture really worth your child’s well-being?

Next, I would discourage new moms from rushing from the hospital with their newborn, 2- or 3-dayold babies. You need to remember how many children sit on Santa’s lap.

Babies’ immune systems are fragile, and Santa’s suit can be loaded with germs. Thanks for your time, Abby, and Merry Christmas to all.

-- SHOPPING MALL SANTA DEAR S.M. SANTA: Thank you for your sensible suggestions.

Some parents’ heads become so full of sugarplums at Christmas that they forget their little ones are too young to associate Santa with the goodies he brings with him. I hope readers will take your message to heart.

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1 Jury selection set to begin for homicide trial

SIOUX CITY — Jury selection is scheduled to begin Tuesday for the trial of a Sioux City man accused of a fatal stabbing.

Elias Wanatee, 47, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of first-degree murder.

He’s accused of stabbing to death 50-yearold Vernon Mace on Feb. 17. Police say the men had been arguing before Mace was stabbed six times. Wanatee’s lawyer has said Wanatee will argue that he acted in self-defense. This is the second time Wanatee will stand trial on a murder charge.

2 Tuition to rise 2 percent next year at three universities

CEDAR FALLS — Thousands of undergraduates at Iowa’s three public universities will pay at least 2 percent more in tuition next year — and maybe an additional 2 percent the following year. The Iowa Board of Regents voted Monday to raise tuition for resident undergraduate students for the 2017-2018 academic year. The proposal also envisions a 2 percent increase for the 2018-2019 year.

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HIAWATHA — A naked man who led police to find a dead body in Hiawatha is accused of breaking into and trying to burn down a church.

Joseph Hubbard, 32, was found wandering naked Friday morning. Police say that led them to conduct a welfare check at a nearby home, where they found the body of 56-year-old Deborah Roman.

Police have charged Hubbard with second-degree arson, third-degree burglary and assault causing bodily injury.

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3 Man gets 10 years for sexual abuse of house guest

CHARLES CITY — A northern Iowa man has been given 10 years in prison for sexually abusing a house guest.

Stephen Brodersen Jr., of Greene, was sentenced Friday. A jury had convicted him of sexual abuse. The 47-year-old admitted in court that he briefly had sexual intercourse with the 25-year-old woman on May 21, but he said it was an accident after he had removed the woman’s pants.

He also contended the woman never said no during the encounter.

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GOP-majority eliminates economic growth committee DES MOINES — The Republican-controlled Iowa Senate has eliminated a committee that focused on economic growth, and the decision has sparked criticism from the new minority party.

Caleb Hunter, a spokesman for Senate Republicans, released an email Monday that says the Senate Economic Growth Committee will no longer exist when the Iowa Legislature returns in January.

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Branstad to meet with Trump amid new job speculation DES MOINES (AP) — Gov. Terry Branstad on Monday said he will meet with President-elect Donald Trump this week amid speculation the Iowa governor could become the next U.S. ambassador to China.

Branstad told reporters during his weekly press conference that he has a tentative appointment to meet with Trump while the Republican governor is in New York for an economic development trip scheduled between Tuesday and Thursday.

“We don’t know for sure exactly when it’s going to be,” he said of the meeting.

“Obviously the presid e n t - e l e c t ’s schedule is very busy and it changes.”

Br anst a d’s plans come days after he met with Branstad Vice President-elect Mike Pence during a trip to Washington, D.C. The governor said he also met with Reince Priebus, Trump’s new chief of staff.

Trump, who won Iowa, will hold a rally Thursday in Des Moines as part of a

FBI seizes data that may be connected to Sioux City probe SIOUX CITY(AP) — The FBI has seized computer data connected to a federal investigation into Sioux City’s emitting improperly treated sewage with high levels of harmful bacteria into the Missouri River.

Agents served a search warrant Thursday at the joint city-county Information Technology Department in the Woodbury County Courthouse.

The wastewater treatment practices have been under state and federal scrutiny since Iowa officials learned last year that two plant supervisors were manipulating chemical levels used to treat sewage. The state Natural Resources Department launched an investigation after receiving a tip that the disinfection system for its wastewater treatment plant was operating in violation of state law and 12 federal permit regulations.

In July 2015, two plant supervisors admitted to dramatically increasing chlorine and another chemical on days that E.

coli samples were taken and then turning the levels back down. One of them told state investigators the city saved at least $100,000 in one year when workers added lower amounts of chlorine.

Both supervisors were later fired.

State officials have said the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is looking into possible violations of federal environmental laws.

Tony Morfitt, a spokesman for the U.S. attorney in northern Iowa, said Monday he could confirm the agents’ presence at the courthouse Thursday but couldn’t comment on what the agents obtained or were seeking.

Attorney Guy Cook, who represents the city in the wastewater matter, told the newspaper the city was cooperating with the U.S. attorney’s office and the FBI. He said on Monday that the city took immediate remedial action after the environmental issues surfaced and said the city is in full compliance with all wastewater regulations.

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“thank you” tour that’s expected to take the president-elect around the country.

Branstad was a vocal supporter of Trump throughout most of the businessman’s presidential run. At a rally in Sioux City before the election, Trump praised Branstad’s knowledge of trade and called him a “prime candidate to take care of China.”

The governor later dismissed questions about a possible ambassadorship, saying he wasn’t interested in living overseas.

Branstad was careful on Monday not to directly refer-

ence becoming U.S. ambassador to China. When asked whether he would accept the job if it’s offered, Branstad said Trump hadn’t offered him a position. But he also spoke about recent discussions with his family about possibly moving to China.

“It’s a decision that would be a family decision if indeed it is offered by the president-elect,” Branstad said.

“And my wife and I have had several conversations. We’ve had family conversations with our children as well and we’re going to continue that.”

Branstad’s son, Eric, will also meet with Trump during

the New York trip, according to the governor. The younger Branstad served as state director of Trump’s campaign during the election and organized events in Iowa.

Branstad is currently serving his sixth non-consecutive term and is the longest-serving governor in U.S. history. If he accepts any formal invitation to serve under a Trump presidency, Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds would take over the job for the remainder of the governor’s term, which ends in early 2019.

She would also make history, becoming Iowa’s first female governor.

Richmond retires after 23 years at NFD

Kayla Langmaid/Daily News The Newton Fire Department celebrated one man who has been with the department for more than two decades. Tom Richmond retired Friday by celebrating his 23 years of service with his colleagues and the community. Richmond’s future plans are to move to California with his wife. Richmond spoke of the tightknit group of guys he has been honored to work with, in a great community.

“I’m at a loss for words, believe it or not,” Richmond said. “I always wanted to be a firefighter and paramedic my whole life, and I got hired in my hometown.”

Pictured here, left, is Chief Jarrod Wellik and Tom Richmond, right.

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Trump not saying what he’ll do about pipeline CANNON BALL, N.D. (AP) — Industry leaders are urging President-elect Donald Trump to make approval of the disputed Dakota Access oil pipeline a “top priority” when he takes office next month, while opponents who have protested the project for months are vowing to stay put on their sprawling North Dakota encampment despite harsh winter weather and a tribal leaders’ call to leave.

The moves come after the Army declined to issue a permit for the $3.8 billion pipeline to cross under a Missouri River reservoir in southern North Dakota near the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. While the Army’s decision doesn’t end the debate over the pipeline, the chairman of the Native American tribe that’s led the protests said they don’t expect any developments for months.

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Newton locals ruck for veterans Newton Daily News On the afternoon of Nov. 23, two groups of 13 people met in the parking lot of the Newton Walmart to complete the handoff of the University of Iowa game day football for the University of Iowa veterans Association, “Things They Carry Ruck March” to promote awareness of veteran suicide.

“The Things They Carry” relay groups marched from Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Neb. to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, leading up to the Iowa-Nebraska college football game. Everyone in the group carried at least 22 pounds in honor of the average of 22 veterans who take

their lives each day.

The first group marched from Mitchellville to the Newton Walmart. Chad Schilling of Newton was among this group.

The next leg, which had three Newton people in the group, took the flag left from Newton to Malcom. U.S. Army Spc. Donald Sutton, Spc. Stacy Sutton and retired Sgt. Lance Hawley.

The Suttons made the trek in memory of Donald Sutton, Darwin Stoner, Dewayne Stoner, and Floyd Springer, all of whom served and have recently passed away.

Hawley did the march in remembrance of Scott “Boo Boo” Baraibar.

The entire group was doing amazing and

Submitted Photo Three area residents marched one leg of “The Things They Carry Ruck March” on Nov. 23, helping a relay get from Lincoln, Neb. to Iowa City to raise awareness of veteran suicide. From the left are Donald Sutton, Stacy Sutton and Lance Hawley.

making great time, however, the group was approaching Dead Man’s Curve just West of Grinnell, where the ruck coordinator decided to suspend the march and bring them to Dekalb Manufacturer to get warmth food and water. At that moment, nine of the 13

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decided to depart.

The three Newton locals only had one person continue from Grinnell with them to complete the final seven miles to Malcom, They finished in Malcom at 8:30 p.m.

The three Newtonians rejoined

the march in eastern Iowa on Nov. 25 to finish the final leg, which ran from Coralville to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.

More can be learned about The Things They Carry Ruck March on the organization’s Facebook page or its website.

Iowa 4-H Foundation announces scholarships for 2017 Newton Daily News The Iowa 4-H Foundation has announced applications are now available for the 4-H scholarship program. more than 90 scholarship opportunities valued at more than $90,000 will be awarded.

The various scholarship awards range in amounts from $500 to $10,000. Certain scholarships are open to students pursuing any field of study, while others are open to students pursuing degrees in agriculture, food and nutrition, ag business, animal science, journalism and STEM related studies. Former and current 4-H members graduating from high school or currently attending college are eli-

gible applicants.

While a majority of the 4-H scholarship opportunities are available for students attending Iowa State University, scholarships are available to students planning to attend an Iowa Regent university, Iowa private college, Iowa community college, or any land-grant university.

Iowa 4-H members are eligible to apply for 4-H scholarships if they meet individual scholarship requirements, as determined by the scholarship donors. Applicants must enroll as a full-time student to receive scholarship awards.

Information and applications for the 4-H Scholarships are now available online through the Iowa

4-H Foundation at www. iowa4hfoundation.org/ scholarships.

Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m., Feb. 1 for consideration. Only one application form is needed for all Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarships. Eligible students may apply for more than one scholarship, however, only one scholarship per individual will be awarded per academic year.

“We are extremely excited about our growing scholarship program and the additional resources that will be available for Iowa 4-H’ers entering or continuing college next fall,” Albert Grunenwald, Executive Director of the Iowa 4-H Foundation said.

Tickets to the Wellmark Family Series in Des Moines on sale DES MOINES — Des Moines Performing Arts is pleased to announce that tickets to all six shows in the Wellmark Family Series — “Frog and Toad,” “Mother Goose Des Moines Symphony Family Concert,” “Brown Bear, Brown Bear,” “The Man who Planted Trees,” “Grug and the Rainbow” and “Hypnotic Brass Ensemble” are on sale now.

Tickets can be purchased for $10 each at DesMoinesPerformingArts.org, the Civic Center Ticket Office, by phone at 515-246-2300, or on the Des Moines Performing Arts app (available for Android and IOS users). A four-show season ticket package is also available

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About the Wellmark Family Series: “A year with Frog and Toad” — 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14 at the Des Moines Civic Center.

Based on Arnold Lobel’s well-loved books and featuring a hummable score by Robert and Willie Reale, this whimsical show follows two great friends — the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad — through four, fun-filled seasons.

“Mother Goose: Des Moines Symphony Family Concert” — 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 at the Des Moines Civic Center.

This production of Mother Goose is one of the best ways to introduce a young person to the wonder of hearing a live symphony orchestra. Join Joseph Giunta and the Des Moines Symphony in our sixth annual collaborative Family Concert as we transform the Civic Center.

“Brown Bear, Brown Bear and other Eric Carle Stories” — 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at the Des Moines Civic Center.

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Larry Peterson/Creston News Advertiser Iowa Western Community College’s sophomore wide receiver Nick Easley (15) has the football in his sights on a long pass play during Sunday’s 2016 Graphic Edge Bowl game against ninth-ranked Holmes Community College of Mississippi. Easley, who is a 2015 graduate of Newton High School, scored two touchdowns in a 28-21 loss by the Reivers Sunday at the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls.

CEDAR FALLS — Former Newton High standout Nick Easley caught two long touchdown passes for Iowa Western Community College in Sunday’s Graphic Edge Bowl. The IWCC Reivers lost 28-21 to NJCAA No. 9 Holmes Community College of Mississippi.

The 2016 Graphic Edge Bowl was played at the UNIDome in Cedar Falls.

Easley scored the first TD of the bowl game when he hauled in a 49-yard pass from Reiver quarterback Andre Nunez in the first quarter. He broke a 14-all tie in the second quarter when he scored on a 43-yard pass play from Nunez.

Holmes scored twice in the final minute of the third quarter to go up 28-21. There was no scoring in the fourth period.

Easley, who is a 6-foot, 204-pound sophomore wide receiver, finished the game with six catches for 134 yards. IWCC finished the season at 6-6.

Easley led his team and

the Iowa Community College Athletic Conference in receiving this season. He was first in receptions and yards — 67 catches for 914 yards. He was first in yards per game, 76.2, and fourth in yards per catch.

He was second in touchdown catches with seven.

Easley had two TD catches in a 34-29 win over Dodge City (Kan.), one TD each in wins over Butler Community College and Fort Scott Community College, both of Kansas. He also had one TD reception in a 20-17 victory over Iowa Central.

Easley ended up with 1,063 all-purpose yards for the 2016 season. He had 29 yards rushing and 120 yards in kick returns.

As a freshman at IWCC, Easley caught 17 passes for 197 yards and one TD. Easley is being recruited by several four-year programs, including a couple Division I schools.

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Ranked Pella Christian blows past PCM

By Troy Hyde Newton Daily News PELLA — In a battle of ranked teams, the Prairie City-Monroe girls basketball team was defeated for the first time this season against Pella Christian.

The Class 3A No. 13 Mustangs and 2A No. 9 Eagles were tied at 12-all after one quarter, but Pella Christian went ahead for good with a huge second quarter during a 59-38 home non-conference victory on Monday night.

The Eagles outscored the Mustangs 17-6 in the second, extended the lead to 15 after three quarters and then completed the victory with a 16-10 advantage in the fourth.

“We didn’t capitalize on our scoring chances around the basket,” PCM coach Jeff Lindsay said.

“This was obviously the best team we have played so far, and we just didn’t play that well.

It was just one of those nights.”

Pella Christian improved to 5-0 on the season, while PCM dropped to 4-1.

It was the third straight win in the annual series for the Eagles.

In the boys game, 2A No. 3 Pella Christian jumped out to an early 24-9 lead and never looked back during an 81-44 victory. It was also was the first loss for the PCM boys.

It was the fifth straight win for the Eagle boys over PCM. Both teams are now 2-1 on the season.

Senior Katie Vande Wall led the PCM girls with 10 points, 12 rebounds and three steals, while freshman Regan Freland added 12 points and three steals.

Senior Kayla Jennings chipped in six points, senior Kaylee Townsend grabbed five rebounds and two steals and sophomore Camryn Wignall added five points before leaving the game with a knee injury.

Avery Stock also left the game early with a knee injury.

Lindsay did not know the extent of either injury to his two sophomore guards.

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

Troy Hyde/Daily News Prairie City-Monroe junior Dayton Boell, left, scores two of his six points during the Mustangs’ win over Saydel on Friday. The PCM boys and girls varsity teams both lost to ranked Pella Christian squads on Monday. The girls lost 59-38, while the boys fell 81-44.

Iowa accepts invite to Outback Bowl, will play Florida Newton Daily News IOWA CITY — For the fifth time in program history, the Iowa football team is headed to Tampa, Fla. The Hawkeyes accepted an invitation to the 2017 Outback Bowl on Sunday.

Iowa is 2-2 in its previous four visits to the bowl. LSU defeated Iowa 21-14 in 2014.

Before that, the Hawkeyes dominated South Carolina (31-10) in 2009, lost to Florida 31-24 in 2006 and crushed the Gators 37-17 in 2004.

This season, No. 21 Iowa will see a familiar opponent, as 20th-ranked Florida (8-4) also accepted an invitation to the Outback Bowl. The game

will be played at Raymond James Stadium on Monday, Jan. 2, and will be televised by ESPN. “I think I speak for everybody involved in our program, all of our players, all of our coaches, our staff members,” Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said. “It’s just a real honor, and we’re all looking forward to the challenge

of playing the University of Florida. What a traditional program and strong football team.”

Iowa has posted a 14-14-1 record in 29 previous bowl appearances.

The 2017 Outback Bowl marks the 10th January bowl game for the Hawkeyes under Ferentz.

The Hawkeyes tied for second in the Big Ten Conference West Division with a record of 8-4, including 6-3 in Big Ten play.

The Hawkeyes won their final three games of the season, including home wins over No. 3 Michigan (14-13) and No. 15 Nebraska (40-10).

The Hawkeyes are 11-13 all-time against current teams in the SEC. Iowa ranks third among Big Ten

teams in bowl appearances and is bowl eligible for the 14th time under Ferentz.

The Hawkeyes have posted a 6-7 bowl record under Ferentz, including wins in four January bowl games.

Since the 2001 season, no Big Ten team has won more bowl games, or has a higher winning percentage in bowl games, than Iowa.

“We are excited and honored to be selected to participate in the 2017 Outback Bowl,” Iowa Director of Athletics Gary Barta said. “Coach Kirk Ferentz, his entire staff, and our student-athletes closed the season with three impressive victories, and their hard work and commitment to the program has been rewarded.”

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SPORTS CALENDAR Tuesday Boys’ Swimming Des Moines East at NCMP, 5:30 p.m.

Basketball Nevada at Newton boys, 9th 4:45 p.m., JV 6:15 p.m., varsity 7:30 p.m.

PCM at CMB (Baxter), girls 6 p.m., boys 7:30 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo at Montezuma, girls 6 p.m., boys 7:30 p.m.

Lynnville-Sully at HLV, girls 6 p.m., boys 7:30 p.m.

Boone at Newton 8th girls, 4:30 p.m.

Newton 7th girls at Boone, 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling Bondurant-Farrar, Pleasantville, Sigourney-Keota at PCM, 6 p.m.

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

Thursday Boys Swimming Boone at NCMP, 5:30 p.m.

Basketball Newton girls at Marshalltown, 9th 4:45 p.m., varsity 6:15 p.m.

Newton boys at Marshalltown, JV 4:45 p.m., 9th 6:15 p.m., varsity 7:30p.m.

Oskaloosa at Newton 8th girls, 4:30 p.m.

Newton 7th girls at Oskaloosa, 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling PCM, Nevada at North Polk, 6 p.m.

CMB at Gilbert quadrangular, 5:30 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo, Roland-Story at Saydel, 6 p.m.

Friday Basketball Newton girls at Dallas Center-Grimes, JV 4:45 p.m., varsity 6:15 p.m., 9th 7:30 p.m.

Newton boys at Dallas Center-Grimes, JV 4:45 p.m., 9th 6:15 p.m., varsity 7:30 p.m.

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Wrestling Newton at Council Bluffs Classic, TBD Newton 7th/8th at South Tama, 4:15 p.m.

Saturday Wrestling Newton at Council Bluffs Classic, TBD PCM at Ankeny Centennial Invitational, 10 a.m.

Lynnville-Sully, CMB at Saydel Invitational, 9 a.m.

Newton JV at Southeast Polk Boys Swimming NCMP at Marshalltown Invitational, noon Basketball Grand View Christian at CMB (Baxter), girls 2 p.m., boys 3:30 p.m.

AP Photo Kansas City Chiefs strong safety Eric Berry (29) runs back an intercepted ball from a Atlanta Falcons two-point conversion during the second half Sunday’s game in Atlanta. The Chiefs won 29-28 on the late Berry return.

Berry has a homecoming for the ages in Atlanta ATLANTA (AP) — After Eric Berry returned an interception for a touchdown late in the first half, he delivered the ball to his mom in the stands.

When Berry lined up to defend a 2-point conversion late in the game, he remembered some advice from his father, who played running back for the University of Tennessee.

“My dad always told me the most important point of the game is the extra point,” Berry said. “A lot of people take that play off. It’s an opportunity to make something happen and I’m going to make the most of it.”

Berry stepped in to intercept Matt Ryan’s pass and didn’t stop running until he reached the end zone at the other end of the field, a 99yard return that gave the Kansas City Chiefs two points and a 29-28 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

“Eric is the heart and soul of this team,” quarterback Alex Smith said. “The embodiment

of what we’re about, and that’s selflessness and hard work, giving it up for the guy next to you. That’s all Eric talks about and it’s real. It’s sincere. There’s no phoniness about it. It’s from the heart.”

Berry certainly approaches the game with a different mindset than most players.

Toward the end of the 2014 season, he began experiencing chest pain. A mass was found.

In early December, he got the scary diagnosis: Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Berry, who grew up in suburban Atlanta, returned to the city for treatment that helped him beat the disease.

That was not lost on him as he took the field at the Georgia Dome, playing in Atlanta for the first time in his pro career.

He shed plenty of tears — and stole the show.

The pick six came with 37 seconds remaining in the first half of a 13-13 game. Matt Ryan looked to connect with Taylor Gabriel over the mid-

dle, but Berry read it all the way. He stepped in front of the pass, spun away from wouldbe tackler Devonta Freeman and tip-toed down the sideline, managing to stay in bounds before one last long stride into the end zone.

“I was just reading my keys,” Berry said. “A lot of film study.”

He found his mom in the stands — wearing his No. 29 jersey — and made sure she got the ball.

“I just knew I was going to do it. I made up my mind before the game,” Berry said. “It won’t amount to the things she’s given me, and my dad too. So many nights I was just crying on their shoulder and trying to make sense of everything that was going on. They told me to keep pressing, keep pressing. You’ll be back and be able to play the game the way you want to play the game.”

The Chiefs (9-3) stretched their lead to 27-16 before the Falcons rallied. Freeman scored on a 1-yard run with

just under 12 minutes remaining.

A 2-point try failed, but Atlanta got the ball back. Ryan scrambled for a key first down to keep the drive alive, and then hooked up with Aldrick Robinson on a 5-yard TD pass.

Now leading 28-27, the Falcons understandably went for 2 again, looking to extend their margin to a field goal.

Berry could’ve gotten down after his team surrendered the go-ahead touchdown; instead, he buckled down.

Ryan never saw the safety.

“I’ve played for a long time, made a lot of really good plays and made some poor plays,” Ryan said. “That wasn’t one of my best.”

For Berry, it couldn’t have been any better.

“It was great to see our whole contingency from Georgia and from Atlanta come back home and make plays,” Kansas City coach Andy Reid said. “No one more than 29 did today. He was phenomenal.”

No. 25 ISU pounds Omaha Iowa overpowers Stetson AMES (AP) — Iowa State moved the ball and yet again played strong defense.

The result was a surprisingly satisfying win on the heels of two tough losses.

Deonte Burton scored 20 points and the 25th-ranked Cyclones pummeled Nebraska-Omaha 91-47 on Monday night, snapping a two-game losing streak.

Donovan Jackson had 15 for the Cyclones (6-2), who hit 15-of-29 3-pointers and rolled to their third win of 40 or more points this season.

“I thought we did some things better,” Iowa State coach Steve Prohm said.

“Pace of play. Sharing the basketball, moving the basketball, the ball moving side to side. And defensively, for the majority of the game, I thought we competed.”

Iowa State knew it had to take the Mavericks (4-5) seriously after they stunned Iowa on Saturday.

The Cyclones never let Omaha think it had a chance, storming ahead 36-9 after just 12 minutes — with Burton scoring their first 13 points.

“I just took what they were giving me, and it was falling,” Burton said.

Iowa State, which fell six spots in Monday’s AP Top 25 poll but remained ranked for the 61st week in a row, held the Mavs to 28 percent shooting.

The Cyclones, not typically known for their defense, have held three of their last four opponents to 56 points or less.

“We play in a really good league,” Prohm said, looking ahead to Big 12 play. “You better guard, and you better play the right way.”

Tra-Deon Hollins had 13 points to lead the Mavs.

The Big Picture Iowa State: One of the big issues for Iowa State this season was inconsistent ball movement. That was clearly a focus for coach Steve Prohm in practice after last week’s 55-54 home loss to Cincinnati, and the Cyclones had the ball flying around the perimeter from the opening tip.

Omaha: The Mavericks crossed the Missouri River for a road trip against Iowa and Iowa State. They split, having beaten the Hawkeyes 98-89 on Saturday. That’s a result any Summit League program would take.

Poll Implications Ranked teams are supposed to beat low-major teams handily at home.

How the Cyclones look in Iowa City will determine if their streak reaches 62 weeks.

The Numbers Darrell Bowie scored 12 points, including a pair of 3s, for Iowa State.

Naz Mitrou-Long had 11 points, five rebounds and three assists and Monte Morris had seven points and nine assists. ... Omaha hit just 5 of 22 from 3-point range. ... Solomon Young returned from a hand injury and scored six points and five rebounds off the bench. His size will be crucial against Iowa, which has depth along its frontline.

IOWA CITY (AP) — It took freshman Cordell Pemsl six games to crack the starting lineup for the Iowa Hawkeyes this season, but it looks like he might stay there for a long time.

Pemsl muscled in 21 points Monday night as Iowa (4-5) snapped a four-game losing streak with a 95-68 victory over Stetson.

Pemsl, a powerful 6-foot-8, 249-pound forward, has averaged 19 points since making the starting lineup three games ago with outputs of 18, 18 and now 21 points.

Most impressive of all, Pemsl has made 23 of 27 shots as a member of the starting lineup with a series of strong moves around the basket.

“I’ve just been taking shots that I know I can make,” he said. “I’ve been working on sealing and getting good positioning. And when I’ve gotten the ball I’ve been effective, so I try to take shots I know I can make or kick it out to my teammates.”

Iowa coach Fran McCaffery likes the way Pemsl has been playing.

“The thing about it, he knows what’s a good shot and what’s not a good shot,” said McCaffery. “He has great hands, great touch. He’s crafty around the basket.”

We’ll keep throwing him the ball, because good things happen.

“He knows when to go and when not to go, and that’s not often the case with young players.”

Pemsl’s teammates did a good job of feeding him near the basket.

“They know that I’m going to hustle down and I’m going to fight for good positioning,” he said, “and once I get there they know where to pass it and where I want it.”

Isaiah Moss, a redshirt freshman, pumped in five 3-pointers and also scored 21 points for the Hawkeyes,

while Peter Jok collected 15 points, eight rebounds and seven assists.

Leo Goodman led Stetson (4-6) with 14 points.

The Hawkeyes got off to a fast start and had a 14-2 lead a little more than four minutes in.

Iowa led 44-28 at halftime and raised the margin to 30 points at 9060 on another 3-pointer by Moss, who finished with a career high in 3-pointers and points.

Iowa had surrendered 100, 92 and 98 points in its last three games, including a stunning 98-89 loss to Nebraska-Omaha, but the Hawkeyes played a much tighter game against the visitors from Florida.

Big Picture Iowa: The Hawkeyes had allowed an average of 96.7 points in their last three games before holding Stetson to 68, but Iowa will be tested again Thursday night when it hosts the high-scoring Iowa State Cyclones ... The Hawkeyes played their third straight game without freshman Tyler Cook, who is sidelined with a broken finger after averaging 13.7 points in the first six games.

Stetson: The Hatters lost for the fifth time in their last six games and fell to 1-11 against Big Ten teams in school history ... Stetson has made at least one 3-pointer in 370 straight games, a streak that began in 2004 ...

Head coach Corey Williams has a 3274 record in four years at Stetson.

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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

Apply online or send resume to:

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

www.elimcare.org

EMPLOYMENT

HOT JOBS COOL BENEFITS.

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

Newton Health Care Center Currently Hiring: RN or LPN 12 Hour Shifts FT - 6:00pm to 6:00am PT - 6:00pm to 6:00am PT - 6:00am to 6:00pm

Competitive Pay & Benefits We invite you to contact us at: Newton Health Care Center 200 S 8th Ave E Newton, Iowa 50208

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E.O.E. & Drug Testing

6X6X6 DOG kennel w/gate $40. Kendon one rail motorcycle trailer. Can start up for storage in garge $400. Will trade for shotgun 12ga or 20 ga. Call 641-831-3047.

ANTIQUE KITCHEN pedestal table with 8 padded chairs, dark wood $50 or OBO. Light Oak table with leaf & chairs $20. or OBO. 515-661-3774.

ANTIQUE PIPE wrench $40. 641-275-0290.

CAST IRON, stand alone, wood burning fireplace, used very little, in good condition $100. Please call 515-577-3265.

COVERALLS IN top shape, almost new $45.

641-275-0290.

DRESS BOOTS, size 9 ½, color black $40. 641-2750290.

EDDIE BAUER DOUBLE baby stroller, in good condition. $90. 641-275-0290.

ELECTIC ORGAN, Baldwin, model 56R, with bench, walnut, original owner, excellent condition, $225.00,OBO, 641-7921848.

FIREWOOD, SPLIT and ready to burn. Delivered in Jasper County and surronding areas. 641-4170195.

FOR SALE: Bridgestone studless 4 snow tires and rims. 17” rims. 235X55 99T.$1000 firm. 641-7921429.

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LEATHER SOFA, burgundy, 80 inches wide, very nice $200 or make offer 641-792-7891 MEAT GRINDER, in good condition $50. 641-2750290.

NEW IN box, seat assist to help get up from couch or chair $85. 641-275-0290.

NEW LEATHER Brahma Boots, rugged, size 10 ½. $65. 641-275-0290.

OAK TV entertainment center, like new, 55 1/2W – 170- 33H. $25. 792-7107.

REMINGTON 12 gauge shot gun model 870 Wingmaster $300 cash.

Men's brown leather jacket sz 42R w/liner $50 hardly worn. 515-971-9276 ROUND, WOOD dining room table, with 4 chairs, top shape. $80.00. 641275-0290.

JACKSONVILLEHEADREST JAGUARS covers. $15. Coleman lunchbox cooler $6. 1950's vintage vanity suitcase $25. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 1:64 collectible cars $12 ea.

Vintage “Camp Snoopy” glasses (from 1950's/1960's) $35 for set.

515-313-7803.

GREY RETRO Chrome kitchen table with 4 padded turquoise chrome chairs, good condition. $50. 515661-3774.

GREY RETRO chrome kitchen table w/ 4 padded turquoise chrome chairs.

Good condition. $50. Antique kitchen pedestal table w/ 8 padded chairs, dark wood $50 OBO. Light oak table with leaf & chairs $20 OBO. 515-661-3774 FULL SIZE Oil Paining, Seascape by Lee Burr, 40x30 inches. $400.00.

641-275-0290.

EMPLOYMENT

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR RN’S AND LPN’S IN NEWTON!

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.

rdaniels@elimcare.org

FOR LEASE: 2 Bedroom house and garage reference/credit check required, $750/month, appliances, lawn care, pest control provided. 421 S. 11th Ave. W. Newton. Discount for teachers. Available now.

Craig 515-210-4142

10 SPEED ladies bike, good condition. $80. 641275-0290.

COUNTRY KITTENS. Free to good homes. 515-6613774.

FRIENDLY COUNTRY kittens: All colors. Free to good homes. 515-6613774.

EMPLOYMENT

FOR SALE

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

FREE

TOTAL GYM workout and incline stepper. 641-7927969.

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

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

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

EMPTY GREY colored egg cartons. Also need any candles you don't want and any melted candle wax you don't need. 641-792-7969.

RENTALS

FULL TIME DELIVERY - In the Ames/Baxter area

•Great driving record • Ability to pass a DOT Physical, drug test and background screen.

OUR EMPLOYEES ENJOY: • Medical & prescription benefits • Competitive Wages • Paid Holidays • Propane Discount • Paid Training • Credit Union • Uniforms • Annual performance rating • $1,000 Sign on Bonus

CALL OUR TOLL FREE NATIONAL JOB LINE:

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•Competitive matching 401k and a profit sharing program.

Hours are 6am-2pm Monday – Friday for first shift leaving plenty of time to get the kids from school, and 2pm-12 am Monday through Thursday for second shift.

(Enjoy a three day weekend every weekend!)

Apply in person at Atlas Hydraulics 1801 N. 19th Ave E. Newton, IA. SM-NE8142944-1216

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EMPLOYMENT

NOW HIRING

FULL-TIME FULL FU LL-T LL -TIM -T IME IM E & SE SEAS SEASONAL ASON AS ONAL ON AL P PRODUCTION RODU RO DUCT DU CTIO CT ION IO N

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Valid CDL with hazmat Tanker and Airbrake endorsements

• A starting wage of $12.00 hr plus a differential for second shift increasing by at least $1.50 over the first year.

• Health, Life, & Dental insurance;

Window Division

NOW HIRING

Our Company’s focus on employees & our employee’s dedication to customer service will confirm our position as the industry leader.

Atlas Hydraulics continues to grow and is adding several full time positions on both its First and Second shifts.

Benefits include:

For more information call our Baxter, IA office at

641-227-3655

JELD-WEN Window Division in Grinnell has current opportunities, primarily on the off-shifts, including during just the winter months if desired. Our need to stock windows for the spring requires a full staff and whether FT or seasonal employment fits your needs, you are encouraged to apply in person at 911 Industrial Avenue in Grinnell. Seasonal wages start at $13.50/hr. for the off-shifts. JELD-WEN is a market leader in vinyl windows and patio doors serving the Midwestern market.

We offer the following benefits to our full-time employees: • On the job training • Competitive wages, increasing with experience • 2nd and 3rd Shift premium pay • 401K Retirement Plan with company match • 8 paid holidays • Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan • Health, life, dental, and vision insurance • Safe & clean environment • Stable employment In order to ensure a safe working environment, a pre-employment drug screen is required. If you are interested in joining the JELD-WEN Window Division/Grinnell production team, apply in person between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday at our Grinnell location at 911 Industrial Avenue.

JELD-WEN Window Division/Grinnell | We are an equal opportunity employer.

911 Industrial Avenue | Grinnell, Iowa 50112

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EMPLOYMENT

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

Due to recent growth Aureon Contact Center has immediate openings for

IT Helpdesk Support via email & phone

IMMEDIATE OPENING

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Up to $17.00/hr

HIRING BONUS

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Maintenance Technician

Do you have experience with:

Jeld-Wen Door Division/Grinnell is now accepting applications for a self-motivated individual for a Maintenance Technician position on day shift, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Must be willing to work overtime when required including Saturday.

Qualified applicants apply today!

Responsibilities include but not limited to: • Performing preventative Maintenance • Repairing Machinery • Troubleshooting Machinery • Small fabrication projects • Light grounds work • Small tool repair • Participate in group projects

Active Directory, firewall/switch experience, network-based copier installation, virus removal, Remote Desktop, Windows XP/7, Office 2013, NOC or Telecom experience preferred

Aureon Contact Center offers competitive compensation and a full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, 401k, paid, sick, vacation and personal time. We offer a casual dress, fun culture, and productive work environment.

CALL NOW 641-841-1014

403 West 4th St. N. Newton, IA

Apply online today at https://aureon.com/careers to interview & find out more!

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QHC Mitchellville, LLC is recruiting full-time Certified Nursing Aides for all shifts.

We are excited to announce new CNA wages!

New starting wage is $13.00 hours with sliding scale for years of experience and we offer a sign on bonus.

As a Certified Nursing Aide in our facility, you may be eligible for the following benefits: • Pay based on years of C.N.A. experience • Sign On Bonus • PTO available after 90 days of employment • 2 Uniforms provided per year full time and part time staff • Health Insurance for full time staff- Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance

Requirements includes: • High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Two year technical degree preferred.

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, general building wiring, electric motors, lubrication, PLCs, control systems, paint systems, TPM and lean manufacturing is preferred.

• Working at elevation is sometimes required.

QHC Mitchellville, LLC is committed to "Making a difference in every life we touch and always striving for excellence in Care and Integrity."

If Interested please apply in person between

*All applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical.

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

(South side of the street) 820 Industrial Ave or send resumes to rmalfese@jeldwen.com.

If you are looking for an exciting career that allows you to enhance the lives of others and be part of a winning team, we invite you to apply for one of our open positions and discover what sets QHC Mitchellville, LLC apart from the rest.

Utility Billing Clerk /Receptionist The City of Monroe is looking for an individual for the position of Utility Billing Clerk/Receptionist. This position will handle customers and the utility billing for the City including, but not limited to, general office operation duties and other tasks as assigned by the City Clerk, Mayor and/or Council. The applicant must be bondable, work well with the public, work independently as well as with a team, with good writing, interpersonal and communication skills. PC skills including Word and Excel are a must. Starting salary is commensurate with experience. The Utility Billing Clerk will work a minimum of 30 hours per week. The Billing Clerk will also work in the City Clerk’s absence.

Applications are available at www.MonroeIA.com, or at City Hall, 206 W Sherman Street, Monroe, 50170.

Applications must be turned in to the City Clerk’s office by 4:00 p.m. December 16, 2016. The City of Monroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AA/ EOE/ ADA

EMPLOYMENT

Please contact Cyndi Gentz, Administrator, or call (515) 967-3726 or apply in person at: 114 Carter Street SW, Mitchellville, lA 50169.

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Ph. 641-227-3655 Ames, IA • Baxter, IA SERVICE TECHNICIANS • Are you mechanically inclined and an excellent trouble shooter?

• Do you bring a safety mind-set and customer focus to all you do?

• Are you experienced in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanic, Construction, Transportation or any other related field?

Yes? Then let’s talk!!

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If you would like to EARN EXTRA MONEY, get EXERCISE and MEET NEW PEOPLE, delivering the Newton Daily News may be a great opportunity for you.

We have the following routes available:

AmeriGas Propane is the nation’s largest propane distributor, serving over two million residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural and motor fuel propane customers in all 50 states.

Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is listed on the New York stock exchange [NYSE: APU].

For more information visit our website at www.amerigas.com We offer, excellent health benefits, 401(K) with company match, paid time off including company holidays, bonus potential, annual performance review, uniforms, propane discount, local territory, career advancement, tuition reimbursement and $1,000 Sign on Bonus!

Job Summary: With a commitment to safety, the AmeriGas Service Technician installs, maintains, and services all customer and company propane installations and equipment while providing excellent customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Complete field repairs of tank valves and seals; finds and repairs leaks at customer sites • Installs and services customer and company equipment • Performs all daily functions in a safe manner. May help cover routes when vacant.

• Maintains excellent customer relations by providing courteous, professional and timely service • Drives a service truck with a crane and boom attached to deliver, install, and remove tanks of various sizes at customer locations

Education and Experience Required:

Route 101 50 papers

Route 7 22 Papers

E 19th St S E 20th St S E 21st St S E 21st St Pl S E 22nd St S E 23rd St S S 3rd Ave E S 5th Ave E S 7th Ave E

S 2nd Ave w S 3rd Ave W S 4th Ave W S 5th Ave W W 5th st S W 8th St S

• One to five+ years related experience – High School Diploma or equivalent • Class B or greater CDL (Hazmat and Tanker Endorsement preferred but not required to start) • Certified Employee Training Program (CETP) certificate a plus but not required • Satisfactorily complete DOT physical, drug screen and criminal background check.

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EOE: AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Graphic Packaging International, Inc. is currently hiring for Production Assistant positions at our Newton facility.

Route 755 146 papers E 15th St N E 16th St N N 5th Ave E N 7th Ave E N 8th Ave E

Baxter Route 831 116 papers Harrison Ct. S Harrison Kelly Ave Polk St S East St Hoover St Kimberly Ln

Route 715 115 Papers S 5th Ave W S 6th Ave W S 7th Ave W

Baxter Route 834 118 papers

Walnut St Linden St Watson Ave West Ave Independence St S Main St Coover Ave W Rippey Ave

Route 718 100 Papers W 8th St S W 9th St S W 10th St S W 11th St S

Baxter Route 835 94 papers W Amy St W Station St W State St Railroad St N West Ave N Main St

Children must be over 10 years old with adults permission

To find out more about these routes, visit the Newton Daily News circulation office at 214 1st Ave. E. or call 641-792-5320 and speak with one of our delivery specialists between the hours of 8:30am and 5:30pm.

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GPI makes and sells the world’s best paper packaging while keeping sustainability as a fundamental principle. We’re operating on 5 continents with over 40 locations, and we lead the pack in paper packaging. We make paperboard (recycled and virgin) in our mills, print advanced graphics on it, and convert it into boxes in our converting plants. Our cartons are then sent out to the world’s companies --- General Mills, Burger King, Anheuser-Busch, Chobani, Heinz, Tyson Foods, and other soft drink and food industry giants.

Operations are expanding at the Newton facility, and we are currently accepting resumes for the following positions: • Production Assistants – 3-11 p.m. and 11 p.m.-7 a.m.

Production Assistants work in all areas of the facility and perform a variety of tasks within production. This may include assisting in machine operations and maintenance, inspecting and packing product, moving materials, maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices to maintain certification standards, and all other duties as assigned.

Previous experience in folding carton industry preferred, but not required.

Requirements for all positions: • High school diploma or GED • Ability to work overtime as needed, including weekends • Commitment to safety and quality • Ability to work independently and with a team • Desire and willingness to learn

Benefits: • Competitive Wages • Medical, Dental, and Vision after 60 days • 401k • 11 Paid Holidays • Clean, comfortable work environment

Resumes can be sent to Human Resources –Abbey.Krampe@graphicpkg.com A post-offer, pre-employment drug test and physical is required.

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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

1998 HITCHHIKER “Premier” 5th wheel camper, 35.6ft, 3 slides, new tires, very nice, $15,000 OBO 515-201-8951 or 515-2018792

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

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

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

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 GMC Sierra, 4WD, 32,xxx miles, good condition. $25,000 641-8402181 after 11am.

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.

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Astrograph

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Dec. 6). You’ll enter an arena ripe with potential this year. The first decisions you make will set a tone and you could even be paid or friended based on the dynamics of the first few days. February brings a transformation; June brings travel.

Joyful family events will serve as markers reminding you just how far you’ve come. Aries and Leo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 8, 40, 3, 22 and 18..

Don’t fret about whether or not to do things, what to do, or exactly how to do things -just do things. To consciously know what is going to happen as a result of your action is a

rarity. The others don’t know either, even though they pretend to. Intuition runs deeper under the Pisces moon, though, so trust your subconscious leanings.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). There’s so much on the agenda, and if you write it out and attack the items one by one you’ll get through most of them on this incredibly productive, high-energy day.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20).

To be concerned about what an attractive person thinks of you is a trap. You are most attractive when you base your thoughts, feelings and motiva-

tions on your own self-respect.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21).

You wouldn’t readily categorize today’s task as “fun,” but since you have to do it anyway, you’d do well to try to find some novel aspect to it.

While looking for something fresh here, you’ll accidentally delight.

CANCER (June 22-July 22).

It’s becoming clearer that in order to effectively complete the job, you need the right tools. Timeliness is crucial now. Invest in the knowledge and resources you need to be successful.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You want to help your loved ones, and yet, if you do it all for

them, you’ll rob them of the pride of accomplishment.

Settle back and watch a while.

Only help when they’re really and truly stuck.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

It’s one of those days when you find it easy to appreciate your bountiful life. There’s no reason to reach out for more because as you tend to what you have, more reaches out for you.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You want to know what people are thinking, and you’re not afraid to ask. What you learn will help you get yourself or your product aimed for maximum popularity.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21).

The temptation exists to let hype replace action. Don’t let the talk get ahead of you.

Too much talk and you feel you’ve already done the thing.

The task becomes boring in comparison to the talk.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Before you take it too seriously or accept it as the truth, think of social media as a performance, and one that most people deliver in the most flattering of theatrical lighting.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). There’s something in this day that makes you nervous, and that, while uncomfortable, can be turned into a big plus for you. This is just the right level of challenge to strengthen your emotional resolve.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

You want the new chapter to start, but it can’t yet. These ideas haven’t been explored to their natural conclusion. Go for closure. The others involved need it just as much as you do.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20).

The lasting impression won’t be about what you wore or how you did your hair. The lasting impression is the one that causes the other person to feel. The deeper the feeling, the more indelible the impression.

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