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Wolcott facing additional charge; two more arrested in meth lab bust

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By Daily News Staff Three Newton residents are facing drug charges after authorities located at methamphetamine lab at 803 E. Ninth St. N. in Newton.

Members of the Mid-Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force were called to assist Newton police in the execution of a search warrant at 9:17 p.m. Monday at

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the residence following the arrest of 51-year-old Arthur Wolcott, who was stopped for a traffic violation in the 500 block of East Eighth Street North and charged for allegedly being in possession of methamphetamine and two pipe bomb.

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Bringing back a hometown tradition

By Zach Johnson Daily News Staff Writer The Quick Shop has been a hometown classic for as long as many can remember. On Friday, Tom Sharp and family will be opening Sharpy’s Quick Shop.

Sharpy’s will be family operated with his son, Chris, working in the store with Tom. Tom is a 1982 graduate of Newton Senior High

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be a member of the SIAC Committee … but with the large amount of interest from the board, I did not know how to pick and choose.”

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Peters excited for changes at NHS Friday

Newton Senior High School Principal Bill Peters could barely contain his excitement at Monday’s Newton Community School Board of Education meeting.

Peters presented the board with proposed changes to the NHS 2014-2015 Ac-

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The Newton Community School District’s new School Improvement Advisory Committee is almost ready for launch, however, there is one obstacle stand-

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In less than 10 minutes, the last meeting of 2013 adjourned for the Jasper County Board of Supervisors.

Jasper County Maintenance Director Adam Sparks presented the board with three bids for a new heater for the sally port at the Jasper County Law Enforcement Center, which houses the Jasper County Jail and Jasper County Sheriff ’s Office.

“This part of the building has not had a heater in it since the building was put up,” Sparks said. “This is the part of the building were the jailors and police officers will bring the inmates into the building.”

Sparks said the original plan for that portion of the building was to have a heater, but for some reason or another this never came to be. He also mentioned the sally port has four garages and two floor drains and during

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ing in the way.

“To complete the committee, I would like to hear from the board,” Superintendent Bob Callaghan said during Monday’s NCSD Board of Education meeting. “We’ve had great participation from the board to

County supervisors adjourn for the year

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ademic Planning Handbook, which would expand the school’s offering of AP and college credit courses, change the way special education students learn at NHS and help better serve Newton’s current industrial base.

School board given updates on new committees

By Ty Rushing Daily News Staff Writer

By Zach Johnson Daily News Staff Writer City of Newton Management Analyst Natalie Umsted presented the Financial Trends Analysis on Monday to aid city council members in preparing a budget for next year that will be in discussion in January.

“This report, Financial Trends Analysis, is designed to help city officials better understand the financial condition of the city by looking at demographic trends, revenue trends, expenditure trends and debt trends exploring those indicators,” Umsted said. “There are four basic questions you will want to keep in mind while going through the report, being: Can the city continue to pay for what it’s doing now?

Are there reserves or other vehicles for financing emergencies? Is there enough financial flexibility to allow adjustment for change? Is the city adequately investing in and preparing for its future?”

Umsted went through 25 different indicators, each marked with a different trend status.

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By Ty Rushing Daily News Staff Writers

Umsted’s Financial Trends Analysis prepares council for 2014 budget discussion

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Ty Rushing/Daily News Santa Claus made an appearance at the Newton American Legion Post 111 on Monday night. While there, he asked a delighted Layla Purvis what she wanted for Christmas. There was also cookie decorating and ornament coloring.

Nursing twins wasn´ t double “ trouble, thanks to Skiff ”

My name is Sabrina Smead and I choose Skiff. Read my story on page 3.

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Survivors of Suicide Support Group to meet

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Brownie Troop donates to Salvation Army

The Survivors of Suicide Support Group will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday in the library at First United Methodist Church in Newton.

The support group is open to anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide.

Gary Marzolf and Elsie Ulland are trained facilitators through the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Call and leave a message for Elsie at (641) 792-4648 if you have questions or if you plan to attend the meeting.

Newton city offices to close for holidays Several City of Newton offices will be closed on Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day. Newton City Hall, Newton Sanitary Landfill, Newton Public Library, Newton Parks & Recreation Office, Newton Public Works and Newton police and fire department business offices will be closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day. The library and police department business office also will be closed Dec. 24 for Christmas Eve. Dodd’s Trash Hauling & Recycling Inc. will not collect trash and recyclables on Christmas or New Year’s Day. Trash and recycling will be moved back one day — Wednesday’s will be picked up on Thursday and so forth.

Body of man recovered from central Iowa lake MONTEZUMA (AP) — Search teams have found the body of a man whose ATV broke through the ice at Lake Ponderosa.

The Des Moines Register reports divers found the body of 57-year-old David Hartke, of Grundy Center, on Tuesday after rolling over his vehicle underwater, which had been on its roof. The discovery ends what had been four days of searching for Hartke, who fell through a weak spot in the ice while ice fishing with a friend.

Manure spill reply leads to call for hog permits DES MOINES (AP) — A hog farm in southeast Iowa run by an Illinois corporation has become the latest battleground between environmental groups, state officials, and modern farming operations that consolidate thousands of animals in confinement buildings.

The Maschhoffs farm near Keosauqua spilled thousands of gallons of hog manure into a dry creek Nov. 4 and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources is considering fines and enforcement action that could include requirement of Clean Water Act permit.

Iowa hasn’t issued such a permit to a hog farm before but environmental groups are pushing for it. The DNR has reached an agreement with the EPA to enforce stricter penalties for spills but still has to develop rules for hog farm permits.

Submitted Photo The Newton Brownie Troop 1906 collected food and toys to donate to the Salvation Army. They also spent a portion of their troop meeting making holiday ornaments and decorations to give as a donation. They are pictured with their donations.

Club Notes DAR The regular meeting of the Grinnell Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was called to order by Regent Darlene Leib on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Centre for Arts & Artists in Newton. Fifteen members and one guest were present.

Regent Leib led the group in the DAR opening ritual, including the Pledge of Allegiance, and Kris Macy led preamble to the Constitution. Chaplain Mary Rethmeier gave the devotions.

The president general’s message was given by Macy and was followed by a national defense message given by Lelah Main, who read portions of the speech given by President F.D. Roosevelt when asking the congress to declare war after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

One new member, Dew Ann Sanchez of Colfax, was installed as a member. Membership now stands at 61 members with one application pending approval and one application in the process of being prepared. Three supplemental applications are pending approval.

The program consisted of members reviewing and completing the master questionnaire for state and national DAR. After the program, a hobo soup luncheon was shared by members and guest.

The next meeting will be March 1 at the Centre for Arts & Artists. State Regent Barbara Halpin will be our guest, and she

will present information about the focus of the society and will answer questions from members.

Anyone interested in joining DAR should call Darlene at (641) 521-8846 for more information.

Primetime Fellowship Chuck Harris welcomed 49 Primetimers at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, for a potluck meal in the gathering room at Community Heights Alliance Church.

Pastor John Patterson led devotions with Revelation 7, “Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne.”

Thanks to Pat Butin for setting the tables with Christmas colors. Hosts for the evening were Harold and Lois Brown, Keith and Marilyn Schwartz and Don and Carolyn Van Vark. First in the food line is always the program table followed by the hosts (an advantage of being hosts for the evening). Next is those with birthdays or a wedding anniversary that month. Since the November Outreach was Nov. 25, birthdays and anniversaries were not recognized, so this month included November and December dates. In November, Larry and Judy Bell and Chuck and Gladys Harris each celebrated 50 years, Duane and Lisa Blommers celebrated 32 years, and Chuck Harris celebrated a birthday. December birthdays were Judy Bell, Illa Ingle, Lisa Blommers and Illa Guthrie. Door prizes went to Lori Swanson, Jack Horn, Marilyn Varnum and Kathy Carpen-

ter. Volunteering hosts for the Primetime Potluck at 6 p.m. Jan. 20 will be Larry and Illa Ingle, Freda DeGreef and Illa Guthrie and Vernell Knott. Church doors open at 5 p.m. for hosts to prepare. Door prizes this month went to Lori Swanson, Kathy Carpenter, Marilyn Varnum and Jack Horn.

If during the winter months, should the weather get bad and we need to cancel an event, listen to KCOB for an announcement from the church office.

Our November Thanksgiving Outreach served 257 meals, and meals delivered to the homebound was 51. A special thanks to each of you who participated with your donated food, serving as table hosts, filling the plates, serving the food, greeting guests, preparing the tables and making everyone welcome. Also, a special thanks goes to the church office for taking all the calls for reservations. For information on any of our events, call (641) 792-1620, during office hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

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Board Continued from Page 1A Board President Andy Elbert expressed interest in being on the committee, which is where the obstacle arose, when board vice-president Sherri Benson pointed out Elbert’s wife, Jen, who is a teacher at Berg Elementary School, was on the committee.

“One concern that I have, and while I agree that it is important the board president is on the SIAC Committee, I do see that the board president has an immediate relative on the committee,” Benson said.

Elbert defended his reasoning for wanting to be on the board as did other members of the board.

“She’s her own person. I don’t control anything she does,” Elbert said.

“I personally have no objections to Andy serving on the committee and I think over the years Andy, as a board member, has shown there is no prejudice or any persuasion (towards teachers), it’s just another family member on it,” board member Bill Perrenoud said.

Board member Robyn Friedman also justified Elbert’s involvement by citing the fact the committee will have more than 20 members on it, which would make collusion difficult. Elbert himself noted there were going to be sub-committees, within SIAC. “We need to have either the board president or vice-president sitting on the committee and if Sherri has opted out of it, then Andy should be on there just so that we have (that representation),” board member Nat Clark said.

Other than Benson, board member Donna Cook also expressed some concerns over El-

bert being placed in the SIAC Committee.

“I don’t have any doubt that you are your own person and Jen is her own person,” Cook began. “But, to have both of you in the same representation, I think it would be better served to have you on different committees versus serving on the same one together.”

“So, being this one is (SIAC), I think the role of the president is important on that committee and perhaps it would be better if it had a different teacher,” she continued. “That might be a good option.”

Elbert disagreed with the suggestion.

“Why would she be punished or excluded because she’s my wife?”

Elbert asked. “I don’t even vote on (teacher) contract negotiations, so I don’t see that there’s any reason (for that).”

While the board was split on the matter, Callaghan said he and Board Secretary/ District Business Manager Gayle Isaac would make a decision on the matter.

The current make up of SIAC includes two administrators, 12 teachers, two students, and six people in the community/parent category.

SIAC will hold its first meeting today at 4 p.m. at Emerson Hough.

In other committee news, the technology committee presented an update on the district’s new website. NCSD Technology Supervisor Chris Bieghler said the district’s new website is making substantial progress and is expected to launch sometime next year.

The new website is being designed by Columbus, Ohio-based eSchoolView, which specializes in designing websites for schools and districts. Beighler said

Meth Continued from Page 1A Authorities then searched Wolcott’s home, where 45-yearold Paul Lott and 54-year-old Cheri Lott also reside, and located a “one pot” meth lab along with other meth making materials.

Paul Lott was charged with conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine greater than five grams, a Class B felony; possession of schedule IV drug, NewtoN

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he chose them based on his own research and positive word-of-mouth.

Some of the focal points for the new site are: • A custom design that is unique to the district.

• Being user friendly for all of the district’s content providers.

• A new communication system that will incorporate text, phone and email.

• The ability for individual buildings and departments to manage its own pages.

• A school store.

The biggest highlight will be the new anonymous tips/anti-bullying portion of the site. Students, parents, teachers and staff will be able to report suspicious activities without being identified. Beighler said this feature was one of the biggest selling points in choosing eSchoolView.

“That is a feature that we are paying a little bit more money for, but again, it’s a part of the whole dynamic of the site,” he said.

Callaghan commented that Beighler, Secondary Education Services Director Tina Ross and district administrators worked together on the bullying tip-line and that it was a crucial part of the new site.

“We want there to be some way for our students and our parents to communicate with the school district without any fear of retaliation or retribution. The total anonymity package,” Callaghan said. “The only time anonymity is not a component, is when there is a viable threat for the persons own physical safety or the health and safety of someone else.”

Staff writer Ty Rushing may be contacted at (641) 792-3121, ext. 426, or at trushing@newtondailynews. com.

a serious misdemeanor; and possession of drug paraphernalia, a simple misdemeanor.

Cheri Lott was charged with conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine greater than five grams; possession of synthetic drug, a serious misdemeanor; possession of marijuana, a serious misdemeanor; and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Wolcott — who was already facing charges of possession of methamphetmine, felon in possession of an offensive weapon

Police Blotter

For Thursday

Newton Police Department • Dale Raridon, 80, of Newton was cited with following too close after a two-vehicle accident at 5:40 p.m. Friday.

Raridon was traveling south on East 12th Street North when he struck the right rear corner of a vehicle ahead of him driven by Michael J. Hartwell, 57, of Newton. Hartwell also was cited with no insurance. Hartwell’s vehicle sustained and estimated $800 damage and Raridon’s an estimated $2,000 damage.

• Dale L. Schlangen, 40, of Monroe was cited with following too close after a two-vehicle accident at 11:14 a.m.

Saturday. Schlangen was traveling west in the 1800 block of First Avenue East when he struck the rear of a vehicle ahead of him driven by 36-year-old Colfax resident Mandi M. Nichol, who was preparing to turn into the parking lot of Classic Car Wash. Three individuals in Nichol’s vehicle — 14-year-old Reagan Nichol of Colfax, 11-year-old Brode Nichol of Colfax and 14-yearold Kathleen Baldwin of Mingo — reported injuries but were not transported for medical treatment. Nichol’s vehicle sustained an estimated $4,500 damage and Schlangen’s an estimated $1,400 damage.

• Marjorie A. Stevens, 71, of Newton was cited with turning from improper lane following a two-vehicle accident at 5:48 p.m. Saturday. Stevens was leaving Walmart on the east side of the road turning north when she struck a northbound vehicle in the west lane driven by Cara L. McCulley, 52, of Newton. The vehicles sustained an estimated $1,000 damage each.

• Jinne M. West, 28, of Newton was charged with fifth-degree theft after authorities responded to a shoplifting complaint at noon Monday at Walmart. West was charged for allegedly attempting to leave the store without paying for four items with a total value of $14.53. She was charged and released to appear in court.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

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Basketball wheelchairs stolen in Iowa CEDAR RAPIDS (AP) — Wheelchairs used for basketball games have been stolen from a trailer at a Cedar Rapids YMCA parking lot.

More than a dozen wheelchairs belonging to SportAbility of Iowa were in the trailer, which was taken over the weekend from the

and unauthorized possession of offensive weapons from the Newton Police Department — was additionally charged with conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine greater than five grams.

Additional charges and enhancements to current charges are pending. The Lotts and Wolcott all were transported to the Jasper County Jail, where bond has been set at $60,000 apiece.

The Lotts, originally from Oklahoma, were previously ar-

Stoney Point YMCA lot.

The wheelchairs are used by the Iowa Chariots, whose team members have little or no use of their legs. Jayden Barrett is a director of SportAbility, and says the wheelchairs were bought with donated money. The chairs cost $3,000 to $5,000 each.

rested in 2010 near Le Mars in Plymouth County for operating a “mobile meth lab” in a U-Haul truck stolen from Colorado.

Both were charged with manufacturing methamphetamine, a Class B felony, possession of precursor lithium, a Class D felony, and operation without owner’s consent, an aggravated misdemeanor.

Their arrest led to an investigation by Plymouth County and Le Mars Police officials that broke a Colorado-to-Iowa methamphetamine trafficking

ring. More than a dozen Iowans in the Le Mars and Sioux City areas were arrested as a result.

According to online court records, Cheri Lott was convicted of reduced drug charges in December of 2010 and sentenced to 10 years in prison. Paul Lott was similarly convicted on reduced drug charges a month later and sentenced to 15 years in prison.

It is not yet clear when or how they were released from Department of Corrections custody.

Nursing twins wasn´ t double “ trouble, thanks to Skiff ” So many thoughts went through my head when I found out we were expecting twins. I was unsure of many things, but I was confident I wanted to give breastfeeding a shot. When Luke and Max were born four weeks early, I had trouble getting started. I knew the basics, but feeding two babies at the same time was a whole new ball game.

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I immediately turned to Christine Hinshaw at Skiff. Not only is she an international board certified lactation consultant, but she's also the mother of twins herself. She became my greatest cheerleader and gave me the confidence I needed to stick with it. Weekly visits at Christine's Weigh to Grow program gave me the chance to bring my newest questions to her.

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I’m a mom and

Breastfeeding wasn't always easy, but with her guidance and encouragement, I exceeded my goal of breastfeeding for more than a year.

When people ask my secret, I tell them, "Christine at Skiff!"

– Sabrina Smead

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Talk of the Town The Newton Daily News recently hit the streets and asked local citizens the following question:

Christmas is now just a week away. Are you ready?

“I’m not completely all done yet.

I’ve still got some gifts and food to get yet.”

Toni Burch

“My wife’s done shopping, but I’ve still got to go shopping for her.”

“I’m not ready.

I still have to get all my grandkids gifts.”

“I’m ready. The kids are coming home Sunday.”

Josh Whitson

Barb Gray

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Online Poll This week’s Question: How far along are you on your Christmas holiday preparations?

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Ty’s Take

Iowa Speedway is Newton’s racetrack Sometimes, I think I was born with a chip on my shoulder.

For example, I get very defensive if someone says, “Aren’t you from Kansas City, Missouri?,” instead of my glorious, sunflower growing, rockchalking hometown of Kansas City, Kan.

By Ty Rushing This imaginary chip, along Daily News Staff Writer with my extremely competitive nature, often inspires and motivates me to work even harder, which is great for journalism as this is a very competitive industry.

When you combine my chip and my love of competition, this makes me a very passionate person, especially when it pertains to something that I care deeply about.

The “something” this time around is Newton.

Let me be clear on this subject here.

I love the fact NASCAR bought Iowa Speedway. This was a phenomenal transaction by all accords and can do nothing but good things for our community.

However, the thing that has been grinding my gears, is the lack of recognition I feel our community has been getting in this matter. I’ve been hearing how great this deal is for the Des Moines-area, Central Iowa, the state, NASCAR, the fans, but Newton? Not so much.

Guess what?

Iowa Speedway is in Newton. People from Newton, Iowa, work there (I love you Grandma Debb), citizens of Newton, Iowa, support speedway events year around — not just race season — Newtonians pay both local and state taxes to support it and the Newton Daily News covers the track year round.

So for those of you who don’t know, this is our speedway.

Having the big announcement

in Des Moines (after it was already leaked to the press in Des Moines) was kind of a head scratcher to me.

Why not make your first impression to your new community actually towards your new community?

And as a member of the media, I know for a fact that when the news is big enough, we will travel longdistances to cover an event and what’s bigger than a multi-billion dollar industry making a commitment to Newton?

If the officials, who were building the Kansas Speedway, held the big announcement in Kansas City, Missouri, do you think Kansans would have been OK with that?

Trust me, we wouldn’t have been.

The same goes for Newtonians.

I think the reason I love Newton so much and fit in as well as I do here is because we are similar.

Newton is a town that has overcome a lot, (the same as me) it’s a town working on recovering from an economic downturn (same as me),

Newton doesn’t take kindly to slights (same as me) and the people of Newton are passionate, hardworking, dedicated, open-hearted and very loving (same as me).

Last week, when the Daily News team gathered up and traveled to the Iowa Events Center, I purposely wore my gray Newton T-shirt with our city’s name in big, visible red-letters.

This was very intentional. While we may have been in Des Moines, my message was clear: This is our day and our speedway.

On another note: My car was hit over the weekend and I want to thank the other driver for not only coming forward, but actually reporting the incident herself. None of us in the house were aware the car was hit until the police showed up. She could have easily gotten away with a hit-and-run, but did the right thing. Thank you.

There are still some pretty good people in the world and I’m glad if someone was going to hit my car, it was one of those people.

Comments on Congress

Congress still isn’t being responsible Congress is winding down its historically unproductive session with a small flurry of activity.

It’s a welcome change, but it can’t possibly make up for what should have been accomplished on Capitol Hill this year.

The problem is that for too long, members of Congress have been working hard at everything except the one thing they should have been working hard at: legislating. They’ve done fundraisers and town hall meetings, and helped constitu- By Lee H. Hamilton Center on Congress ents track down Social Security checks. But they’ve been so unproductive that they’ve actually threatened our world standing and our domestic well-being.

Congress finally is moving forward incrementally. Gridlock is breached, but it’s not broken.

And the list of what Congress hasn’t done is far

too long. There’s no food-stamp reauthorization or waterways construction bill.

It passed a one-month extension to the farm bill, but that falls far short of the certainty this crucial economic sector needs. There’s no lasting solution to the debt ceiling problem. It has left unemployment benefits unresolved, immigration reform unresolved, tax reform unresolved, and action on climate change unresolved.

Unlike many members of Congress, Americans seem to understand that there are real costs to inaction. We’re in a competitive race with China for world leadership, and whether we like it or not, others around the globe are comparing our two governments. Our political dysfunction is a serious handicap.

When asked about all this, congressional leaders tend to blame the other house, arguing that they’ve done their best but the other side has bottled up their efforts. All I can say is, finger-pointing is not an excuse, it’s an admission of failure.

Legislating is tough, demanding work. It requires many hours of conversation about differences, commonalities, and possible solutions. It demands patience, mutual respect, persistence, collegiality, compromise, artful negotiation, and creative leadership.

Yet when Congress meets only episodically throughout the year, when it often works just three days a week and plans an even more relaxed schedule in 2014, you can only come to one conclusion: They’re not really willing to work hard at legislating. A last-minute flurry of bills offers hope, but it’s going to take a lot more work to convince the country that Congress knows how to live up to its responsibilities.

••• Lee Hamilton is Director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for 34 years.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

NCS students’ art on display

Submitted Photo Newton Christian School students Sarah Urias, Carter Lee, Tanner Garton and Tate Osborn created art that will be displayed through February at First Newton National Bank. The exhibit is sponsored by the FNNB and by Centre for Arts & Artists.

Lucky lotto tickets sold in Atlanta, San Jose ATLANTA (AP) — Two lucky winning tickets were sold in Tuesday’s near-record $636 million Mega Millions drawing: one at a tiny newsstand in Atlanta, and the other more than 2,000 miles away in California.

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gia ticket was sold at a Gateway Newsstand in Atlanta’s affluent Buckhead area, Mega Millions Executive Director Paula Otto said.

Newsstand owner Young Soolee grinned as she arrived Wednesday morning at the shop off

Council Continued from Page 1A “The trend status is meant to indicate wether the trend is moving in a positive or negative direction,” Umsted said. “Some of the trends marked as warning trends are ones we need to be cautious of, yet trends to watch aren’t as bad as warning trends. They can become warning trends. Informational trends show neither positive or negative direction.”

This report was accomplished through the use of Financial Trends Monitoring System developed by International City/County Management Association. This program identifies and organizes the factors that affect financial condition so they

Sharpy’s Continued from Page 1A School and his son Chris is a 2004 graduate of Newton Senior High School.

“We will be opening on Friday. It has seemed like a million years since we opened the door to clean,” Tom said.

The store design and concept is building around Tom’s deep ties and passion for the community of Newton.

The plan for the future of the store will be to fill the store with classic

the lobby of the Alliance Center office building.

The newsstand — a small, long shop with one register that can hold perhaps 10 people at a time — is frequented by workers at the office building, which sits across the street from an upscale mall.

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It is a management tool that pulls together information from the city’s budgetary and financial reports, combines it with economic and demographic data, and creates a series of financial indicators that, when pulled over time, can be used to monitor changes in financial condition and alert the government of future problems. All of the data used to create the report is available to the public; data sources and where they can be found are indicated throughout the report.

For further information, or to see the Financial Trends Analysis for the city, go to the city website’s Agenda Center at www.newtongov.org/ AgendaCenter.

Newton memorabilia with the help of many friends of Tom’s friends.

“When people walk in, we want people to know this is a hometown convenience store,” Chris said. “We want it to be all about Newton.”

On top of the traditional convenience store items, Sharpy’s Quick Shop will also serve food with tenderloins, chicken tenders, fries and many more items will be availible.

The store will also offer breakfast pizza and regular pizza. The fea-

FARMLAND FOR SALE PUBLIC AUCTION Offered for sale by Ronald A. Durr, Trustee Elsie I. Durr Revocable Trust and Linda L. Schumacher, is the following land in Jasper County, Iowa: Tract 1 The NE¼ of the SW¼, and the NW¼ of the SE¼ of Section 21, Township 80 North, Range 17 W of the 5th P.M., Jasper County, Iowa (80 acres more or less) Tract 2 The SE¼ of the SW¼ and the SW¼ of the SW¼ of Section 21, Township 80 North, Range 17 W of the 5th P.M., Jasper County, Iowa, and the NE¼ of the NW¼, and the N½ of the NE¼ of Section 28, except that part of said N½ of the NE¼ of said Section 28, described as beginning at the NE corner of the NE¼ of Section 28, and running thence S 13 rods, W 12¼ rods, N 13 rods, thence E 12¼ rods to the place of beginning, all in Township 80 North, Range 17 West of the 5th P.M., Jasper County, Iowa, subject to public highways (199 acres more or less) Tract 3 Tracts 1 & 2 General Information FSA records are open for inspection by prospective buyers. Notice of Termination of farm lease has been given to current tenant. Property sold “as-is, where-is”.

Sale Procedure 1. Public auction will be held on January 13, 2014 2:30 P.M. at the American Legion, 1101 W. 4th St. S., Newton, Iowa.

2. Successful bidders will execute an Iowa State Bar Association short form contract immediately following auction.

3. Sellers reserve the right to reject or accept any bid at any time.

4. Assumption and indemnification of CRP contracts required.

Terms and Possession Cash. 10% down on day of sale, January 13, 2014, entire balance due February 17, 2014 upon delivery of deed, abstract showing merchantable title and possession. Taxes to be prorated to date of possession.

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ture food item will be the niche to the store, but Tom had a delay in the essential food to make what he calls a true ‘Newton classic’.

“We were hoping to have it ready for the opening, but we had a slight delay with getting everything necessary to have it ready,” Tom said.

“We’ll be offering the good food that sticks to your ribs and make you happy.”

The store hours will be from 7 to 10 p.m.

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NHS Cont. from Page 1A “We are going to start with industrial technology,” Peters told the board.

“That’s a ninth-grade class … and we have really changed the focus of that. Two of our business partners, TPI and Thombert, (use) plastic mold injections and that’s a huge industry in Newton, Iowa and it’s a huge industry everywhere.”

The revised handbook, which was approved, would eliminate the exploring drafting and metalworking class and replace it with a materials and process class.

The new class would introduce students to working with multiple materials and the processes manufacturers use in a modern workplace.

“We meet with those groups (TPI and Thombert) and we talk about what they need to see in our kids so they can have more employability,” Peters said. “We come back and we adjust our curriculum. We didn’t have plastics in our curriculum for probably the last eight years.”

“It had always been metalworking prefab with Maytag,” he continued. “So, we’re switching back to plastics and we’re working with those companies and they are going to give us some of their scraps … You’ll see that class changing focus just a little, but it’s going to meet the (needs) of not only Newton’s industry, but all industries going the plastic way.”

Under the language arts banner, two courses were removed and creative writing was added. “(For) upper-level kids, we’ve never had this before for those kids,” Peters said. “It’s high time that we did provide it. It’s a creative writing class that matches with the (curriculum) for DMACC, so we will be able to offer it for college credit, as well.”

Peters was proud of being able to offer his students additional chances to earn more college credits at no direct- cost, thanks to NHS’s partnership with DMACC. “It’s the greatest thing since sliced bread,” he quipped.

“It’s a wonderful thing when kids come out of here with 20 or 30 credits.”

A slight change in the course descriptions will also allow junior and senior students to earn DMACC credits for taking precalculus. NHS also offers an AP level biology course for juniors and seniors, thanks to NHS science teacher Bill Reed earning certification to teach it during the summer.

In social studies, two new alternating courses will be available for students past the ninth grade. Dark Ages and Discovery, a class that will explore everything from Medieval Europe to the French Revolution will be introduced.

When that class isn’t available, 20th Century Wars, which ranges from World War I to the Cold War, will take its place.

Another new course will be an

Supervisors Continued from Page 1A the winter they deal with freezing issues due to the lack of heat.

Newton-based Brooker Corporation was selected by the board for the job and had the low bid of $3,607, which includes installation.

“It was planned, but it just never got put in,” board chair Dennis Stevenson commented after the measure was approved.

Stevenson also asked for an amendment to be made to the agenda at the request of the Newton Senior High School Alumni Association. The association asked

early morning class for upperclassman called advance athletic strength and conditioning, which is described as being “designed to get the most out of an athlete.”

Students will focus on improving physical and mental attributes in the course.

The biggest wholesale changes will be toward special education at NHS. More than a dozen classes were omitted from the previous edition of the handbook.

“In all those situations, those kids are going back into gen ed classrooms,” Peters said. “(There) will be supports for those students and supports for those teachers so those students can succeed inside the gen ed setting.”

One of the supports Peters mentioned was the University of Kansas Learning Strategies that Newton, and a number of other districts, have implemented into their curriculum. Secondary Education Services Director Tina Ross explained that SPED students would get a double dose of learning by having both their general education class and the supports on top of that.

“I would just like to commend Bill, (NHS Vice Principal) Dave Kalkhoff and Tina,” Superintendent Bob Callaghan said. “They have been working tirelessly finding ways to increase expectations for these students and getting them back into the gen ed classrooms and finding ways to not only support the students, but the teachers as we move forward.”

the board’s permission to have the courthouse open during the 2014 Reunion Weekend on June 7 from 1 to 4 p.m.

The board approved the request and board member Dennis Carpenter volunteered his time to oversee the visitors and the main court room and supervisors office will be unlocked for the returnees.

The board also reappointed several citizens to committees. Former board member Max Worthington was reappointed to the Aging Resources Board and Andy Stone was reappointed to the Jasper County Conservation Board.

Unless a pressing matters comes up, the board won’t meet again until the Jan. 2 organizational meeting.

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Husband on gender journey wants his wife to go along DEAR ABBY: A couple of years ago, my husband informed me that he likes to dress in women’s clothing. Since then he has read books, is seeing a counselor, and the reality is, he is transgender. He now wears his hair long and has long fingernails.

I have tried to be understanding and have gone places with him when he is dressed as a woman. He has met other transgender people who have either made the full transition or are content without it. I allow my husband time with these new friends without me. I did feel weird that he was clothes shopping and going to movies with his new friends.

I have reconciled with these activities and I’m OK with them so far. But I have told him that if he decides to change his gender to female, I will not be able to be married to him. He’s on hormones at the moment and has told me he plans to start testosterone blockers.

I love him, Abby, but NOT the woman side of him. Am I unreasonable to put a boundary on my marriage? He thinks if he slowly eases me into the idea that it will be OK. He says I am his “world” and I should love him no matter what gender he is. Am I being selfish? — SOMEWHERE IN THE NORTHWEST DEAR SOMEWHERE: You appear to be a loving and accepting wife.

You may be your husband’s world, but his world is changing — and along with it, so is yours. It is not selfish to take care of yourself. You did not enter your marriage to be partnered with another woman, and you should not be made to feel guilty remaining with one if it’s not what you want. Some spouses stay together; others just can’t.

If you haven’t heard of the Straight Spouse Network, it is a confidential support network of current or former heterosexual spouses or partners of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender mates. It was founded in 1991, and its mission is to help straight spouses or partners cope with coming-out issues, and help mixedorientation couples and their children build bridges of understanding. To learn more about it and find a support group

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DEAR ABBY: I have always had an extremely close relationship with my little sister. Last year, I graduated from high school and left for university. It was hard for both of us. My college is an hour away from where my family lives, so even though I live on campus, I try to come home whenever I can to visit on weekends.

Lately it seems like my little sister has emotionally distanced herself from me. She doesn’t confide in me anymore, shows little interest in my life, and it has gotten to the point where she barely acknowledges me in public. I have tried talking to her about it and telling her how much it hurts me, but she tells me I’m overreacting and to stop being stupid.

My mom says she does this with everyone and that this is typical for a 14-yearold teenager, but it breaks my heart to be so excluded from her life. Is this just a phase I have to learn to deal with and accept? What should I do? — SAD BIG SISTER IN SWITZERLAND DEAR BIG SISTER: Your sister is growing up, and part of that process means becoming an individual. Right now she is trying to figure out who she is, apart from the family she loves — including you. I’m sure she isn’t intentionally trying to hurt your feelings. Because you were so close, she may have felt abandoned when you left for college. Your mother is right about this. Let your sister evolve. She’ll be back.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

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Christmas Eve services planned at First UMC Christmas Eve Candlelight Services at First United Methodist Church The First United Methodist Church in Newton will have two services on Christmas Eve, and the public is invited to attend either or both services.

The 7 and 11 p.m. candlelight services will be a service of lessons and carols. Special music will include the Jubilee Bell Ringers, the Chancel Choir, soloists Rachel Faidley and Meredith McKay, and a recorder/organ duet. Jean Ibbotson will be the organist.

Everyone present will be given a candle to light as “Silent Night” is sung. The service will close singing “Joy to the World.”

The altar will be open for communion for one-half hour before each candlelight service. All are welcome to come anytime in the half hour prior to either service, and the pastor will offer the sacraments at the altar.

Saturday Sharing Supper at Kellogg UMC The Kellogg United Methodist Church will host a free Sharing Supper at 6 p.m. Saturday at the church, located next to the water tower in Kellogg.

The free meal will be served in the fellowship hall, and all are invited to enjoy turkey casserole, corn, dinner roll, apple bars and ice cream. Following supper, a Christmas Candlelight Pageant will bring the Nativity of Jesus to life with music, live characters and more.

Christmas Eve services at First Christian Church

Submitted Photo The Miller Family Back Row: Janelle, James, Xavier. Front Row: Harrison, River. The Miller Family will be hosting a candle light Christmas Eve service and open house starting at 7 p.m.

The First Christian Church, 314 E. Second St. N., will host two special Christmas Eve services.

The Travelers’ Christmas Eve Candlelight Service will be at 7 p.m. Sunday. The service is identical to the regular Christmas Eve service and will include special music, carols, open communion and a special candlelight closing. The public is invited.

The Christmas Eve Candlelight Service will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 24. Special music in both services will be provided by Revelation FCC, First Christian Choir, The Atonements Chimes, Steve Barnett, First Christian men’s quartet, mixed trio, Kristine Perkins and Tory Church.

Christian Life Church invites community to open house on Christmas Eve

By Zach Johnson Daily News Staff Writer The Christian Life Church congregation was introduced to a new pastor, but not a new face as 12-year member James Miller knew he was called to lead the Christian Life Church in a complete restoration from restoring the values and the grounds on which the church stands.

“It was two months, even before the situation came up for a new pastor, that I felt the word of Jesus say I was going to be the new pastor,” James said. “It was during the transition that I wasn’t sure if I could even preach a sermon, but I have found Jesus blesses me with the words, and I thank him for that each day.”

The transition would seem difficult to many as James owns a business, has three kids and is now the spiritual leader of a church that was already going through a transition.

“I am thankful that I have the employees I have, because if it wasn’t for them, I would be working close to 80 hours a week on top of the usual tasks at home,” Miller said. “It would make the task of being a preacher here impossible, but I thank God that I can do that.”

God’s enabling power is a major theme is a common theme heard at Christian Life Church.

“The experience has got to the point where I just represent the words that need to be delivered in that hour,” James said. “The church, at

points, will take the time to preach what’s on their heart to others, which brings about some amazing blessings to others.”

The church is a part of the Apostles Profits Evangelist Pastors and Teachers International Ministries.

Christian Life Church has been the host of an annual conference for the autumn and spring.

“It’s been a longstanding tradition for the church to host those events as it’s a time for believers and pastors to come together and talk about how things are going,” James said.

The church invites the community to be a part of its open house Christmas Eve service starting at 7 p.m. to meet Pastor James and his family along with

celebrating the reason for the season. The church will have a hot chocolate bar and cookie reception.

“It will be a great time of fellowship and worship,” James said.

“We wanted to open the doors to the community to meet me and my family and see the restorations,” Miller said. “The church was originally a Catholic church, then was the Church of God before we purchased it.

We have had many people come by just wanting to see the restorations, as they remember coming to the church when they were younger.”

Sacred Heart service Sacred Heart Catholic Church, located at 1115 S. Eighth Ave. E. in Newton, will be having its Christmas Eve mass at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Christmas Day mass at 9 a.m. on Wednesday.

We want your briefs No, not those briefs. We want your short (brief ) news items about upcoming events in and around Jasper County. You can submit them to P.O. Box 967, Newton, IA 50208, by calling our news tip line at (641) 792-3121, ext. 423, or via email to newsroom@newtondailynews.com.

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Double bombing kills 23 Shiite in Iraq BAGHDAD (AP) — Authorities in Iraq say a double car bomb attack has killed 23 Shiites pilgrims just south of Baghdad.

Police officials say the Monday night attack took place in the southern Baghdad suburb of al-Rasheed as a group of Shiite pilgrims were

walking to the holy Shiite city of Karbala. More than 55 people were wounded in the attack.

Medical officials confirmed the casualty figures. All officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to talk to media.

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By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor NEWTON — Tired from their previous events of the meet, Newton’s Austin Bunker, Josh Bailey, Isaak Webb and Jake Lensing found enough and more to break a school record, winning the 400-meter freestyle relay Tuesday.

In their home pool — the Newton YMCA — the Cardinal quartet went for the record in the final race of the night against West Des Moines Dowling Catholic. They got it by more than a second.

Newton won the race in 3 minutes, 52.18 seconds, which was three seconds in front of the Maroons’ foursome in 3:55.51. Bunker, Bailey, Webb and Lensing broke the previous NHS 400-meter freestyle record of Lucas Greta, Stephen Daniels, Blake

Squire and Will Quayle of 3:53.97 in 2007.

“It went well. We figured out beforehand what our splits needed to be to break the record,” said Jake Lensing, who anchored the 400. “At the 200 mark, we were down three seconds, so I was surprised we broke it. I’m also excited about it.”

Swimming the third leg was Isaak Webb, who was able to get the lead for Newton for good.

Bunker led off with a strong first leg and Josh Bailey took over from there. Both swimmers battled the Dowling Catholic swimmers as the lead bounced back and forth.

“We were all tired from our other events, but together we got it done,” Webb said.

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Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Josh Bailey has it going in the varsity 100-meter backstroke race for Newton’s boys during Tuesday’s home swim dual with West Des Moines Dowling Catholic. Bailey finished third in the race. Bailey was on the Cardinal’s 400-meter freestyle relay team, which set a new NHS record Tuesday night at the Newton YMCA.

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Mustangs roll to 6-0

PCM takes out Tigerhawks, stays unbeaten

By Dustin Turner Daily News Sports Writer

MONROE — Two teams that have started the season in polar opposite directions locked horns in the Monroe gym on Tuesday, and the re-

sult was reflective of what has happened so far this season.

Prairie City-Monroe and ColfaxMingo’s sports programs have had a somewhat bitter rivalry built within the Heart of Iowa Conference, but the only ones left with a bitter feeling

Dustin Turner/Daily News Moments before swatting away the shot, PCM sophomore Logan Gilman (25) rises up in front of Colfax-Mingo’s Blake Summy. Gilman and the Mustangs took out C-M 77-37 Tuesday night.

NHS wrestlers beat Pella, lose to Carlisle

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor

after the game was the Tigerhawks, who fell, 77-37.

C-M came out and challenged the undefeated Mustangs right away.

With PCM in a 1-3-1 zone, ColfaxMingo’s Jake Lietz and Colin Lourens were able to get looks at the rim and convert. C-M’s press subdued the typically up-tempo Mustang offense, and with two minutes remaining in the first quarter, PCM led, 11-10.

That is when the game turned.

PCM got two easy baskets on fastbreak layups, and PCM senior Dillon Bruxvoort nailed a fadeaway 3-pointer with two Tigerhawks in his face as time expired. It was 18-10 PCM after one quarter.

The Mustangs rolled off another 14 consecutive points in the second quarter. Ricky Reeve and Trey Lindsay ran the fastbreak to get things going. Logan Gilman knocked down a 3-pointer followed by a Bruxvoort layup to make it 25-10. Senior Zach Uhlenhopp got to the basket for a layup and hit a 3-pointer on the next possession to put PCM up 30-10.

Lourens finally ended what was the biggest run of the game with a free throw.

“I don’t know what was going on at the start,” Lorensen said. “We just weren’t doing the things we normally do. I don’t know if we weren’t ready

PELLA — Newton’s Cardinals had just lost four matches in a row by pins, falling behind host Pella, 24-21, in Tuesday’s Little Hawkeye Conference wrestling dual. The Cardinals needed a jolt to get started again.

The jolt came from freshman Peyton Patterson, who captured his first varsity win by pinning Pella’s Stoya Kirby at the 5:07 mark of their 160-pound match. Patterson’s victory pushed Newton to a 27-24 lead. They never trailed again, winning 50-30.

“Peyton got two varsity wins tonight. They both were big for us as a team in the two duals,” said Andy Swedenhjelm, NHS head wrestling coach. “We weren’t at our full strength tonight with injuries. We had four wrestlers making their varsity debuts.”

With the win over Pella, the Cardinals are 2-0 in Little Hawkeye wrestling duals. They dropped a 38-33 decision to Carlisle in a nonconference dual Tuesday. Newton is 3-2 in duals this season.

Newton travels to Norwalk Thursday in conference action. The Cardinal varsity goes to the Fort Dodge Invitational Saturday while

UNBEATEN See Page 2B

WRESTLING See Page 3B

Mustang girls prove too much for Tigerhawk girls to handle

By Dustin Turner Daily News Sports Writer MONROE — Prairie City-Monroe’s girls continue to be dominant at home after a win Tuesday night over HOI rival Colfax-Mingo.

The Mustang girls used pressure to get on top of C-M early with some big steals, and the Tigerhawks were unable to develop any kind of an offensive rhythm. PCM came out on top, 60-17.

PCM went on a big run to start the game and led 21-4 after the first period. Junior Courtney Van Houweling hit a 3-pointer then proceeded to pick up back-to-back steals, which both turned into Mustang layups.

The Tigerhawks got into foul trouble and were in the bonus early, allowing PCM to take advantage with secondquarter free throws.

“I thought our zone defense really caused a lot of problems for them,” PCM coach Bret Grier said. “We were able to get out in transition and get some good buckets off turnovers.”

Grace Telfer knocked down some inside baskets for the Mustangs. She

provided some offensive rebounding for PCM, which the team has missed so far in the early part of the season.

Senior Abbi Gilson came back into the game after an extended rest during the second quarter and promptly

Dustin Turner/Daily News C-M’s Mckenzie Cogley (left) and PCM’s Rachel Stafford wrestle for a rebound during the third quarter of PCM’s win over the Tigerhawks on Tuesday.

knocked down three shots.

Alivia Haley found C-M’s McKenzie Cogley under the bucket for a quick score, but the Mustangs were quick to get back up the floor. Gilson caught a pass from Rachel Gulling in the post for a spin-move score to put PCM up 34-7. PCM led 36-8 going into halftime.

Gilson continued to put away baskets to start the second half, and she was on pace to challenge the teamhigh in points of 34 set by Van Houweling, but PCM had enough of a lead that Grier chose to sit her from the middle of the third quarter through the end of the game.

C-M continued to turn the ball over in the second half, and PCM took its big lead to the finish line.

Gilson led the Mustangs with 19 points, followed by Van Houweling with 11. Cogley’s nine points led the Tigerhawks.

PCM is now 5-0 at home and 0-3 on the road, but Grier suggested that has more to do with match ups than anything else.

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Sports Calendar Thursday Boys’ Swimming Newton at Marshalltown, 5:30 p.m.

High School Wrestling CMB, Saydel at Greene County, 6 p.m.

Colfax-Mingo at North Polk, 6:30 p.m.

PCM, Nevada at Roland-Story, 6 p.m.

Middle School Wrestling Norwalk, Pella at Newton, 4:30 p.m.

Middle School Basketball Knoxville at Newton 8th girls, 4:30 p.m.

Newton 7th girls at Knoxville, 4:30 p.m Friday High School Basketball Knoxville at Newton, girls 6:15 p.m., boys 7:30 p.m.

Roland-Story at Cofax-Mingo, girls 6 p.m, boys 7:30 p.m.

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

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

Saturday High School Wrestling Newton varsity at Fort Dodge Invitational, 10 a.m.

Newton JV at North Polk Invitational, 8 a.m.

PCM, CMB at North Polk Invitational, 9:30 a.m.

Lynnville-Sully Invitational, 10 a.m.

Colfax-Mingo at Saydel duals, 9 a.m.

High School Basketball Newton at Marshalltown, girls 1:30 p.m., boys 3 p.m.

Pella Christian at Unity Christian, girls 1 p.m., boys 2:30 p.m.

Grandview Park Baptist at CMB, girls 2 p.m., boys 3:30 p.m Bowling Newton, Pella Christian at Oskaloosa, 12:30 p.m.

Girls: Mustangs work on defense Continued from Page 1B “I think the teams we have played on the road are athletic, tall and physical, which is something we have trouble with right now,” he said.

“We’re going to use this break to try to figure out what we can do defensively to slow teams like that down, because right now, we’re not getting it done how we would like to,” he added.

PCM and C-M each have one game remaining before a twoweek break in games. The Mustangs head on the road in search of their first win away from Monroe.

They take on Collins-Maxwell/ Baxter, while C-M is at home against Roland-Story. Both games are Friday.

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Lynnville-Sully defeats Colfax-Mingo on the mat

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor LIBERTY CENTER — Lynnville-Sully and ColfaxMingo wrestling teams posted identical records against Tuesday night’s host, Southeast Warren, and Mount Ayr. The Hawks and Tigerhawks lost those duals.

So, it came down to the two area teams meeting on the mat. The Hawks pulled out a 53-34 win over the Tigerhawks.

Lynnville-Sully lost 5521 to Southeast Warren and dropped a 39-36 decision to Mount Ayr. Colfax-Mingo won one match in a 75-3 loss to Southeast Warren. It lost 48-18 to Mount Ayr. The Tigerhawks go to North Polk on Thursday then compete at Saturday’s Saydel Duals. The Hawks prepare for the LynnvilleSully Invitational Saturday.

Taking on LynnvilleSully, Colfax-Mingo began the dual with a win by forfeit for Adam Teed at 106. The Tigerhawks claimed three more matches — all by pins — against the Hawks.

Brett Stevens pinned Colton Roorda in 1 minute, 50 seconds at 120. Jaeden Sokeloski won by fall over Kyle Kramer in 1:56 at 138.

In the 145-pound match, Will Dunsberger pinned Bryson Barnett in 1:35.

Lynnville-Sully’s charge to the win was led by Cole Nickell with a technical fall, 16-0, Ty Carlson in the 113-pound match. Meliek Meyer pinned C-M’s Clayton Brown in 2:49 at 152. In the 195-pound bout, Blake Wehrle pinned C-M’s MacCauley Mosher in 50 seconds. L-S’s 285-pounder Shannon Dunsbergen recorded a fall over Branden Byal in 4:22.

Caden Dunsbergen, Caden Doll, Noah Zylstra and Jack Hardin got wins by forfeit for Lynnville-Sully at 126, 160, 170 and 182.

Colfax-Mingo’s lone win

against Southeast Warren was a 4-0 decison by Teed over Brandon Davenport at 106. Teed and Carlson has forfeit wins at 106 and 113 in the Mount Ayr dual with Stevens pinning Mount Ayr’s Dawson Knapp in 56 seconds in the 120-pound match.

It came down to the final match to determine the winner of the Lynnville-Sully and Mount Ayr dual. The Hawks had two wins on the mat — Caden Dunsbergen pinning Trevor Anderson at 126 in 1:15 and Doll win by a fall in 2:28 over Jeremy Vanbuskirk at 160. Nickell at 113, Zylsta at 170, Hardin at 182 and Wehrle at 195 had wins by forfeit.

The 220-pound match was the last match, pitting L-S’s Cooper Scandridge against Logan Kelley. Kelley made it quick, pinning Scandridge in 19 seconds.

Lynnville-Sully had four wins against Southeast Warren. Nickell beat Blake Bauer 12-5 in the 113-pound match. Doll pinned Jacob Clark in 38 seconds at 160 and Shannon Dunsbergen did the same to Eligah Willams at 285. Zylstra recorded a pin over Dylan Trusty as time ran out in the first period of the 170-pound match.

Lynnville-Sully (LYSU) 53, Colfax-Mingo (COMI) 24 195: Blake Wehrle, LYSU, pinned MacCauley Mosher, COMI, 0:50. 220: Cooper Scandridge, LYSU, forf. . 285: Shannon Dunsbergen, LYSU, pinned Brandon Byal, COMI, 4:22. 106: Adam Teed, COMI, forf. .

113: Cole Nickell, LYSU, tech. fall Ty Carlson, COMI, 0:00 16-0. 120: Brett Stevens, COMI, pinned Colton Roorda, LYSU, 1:50.

126: Caden Dunsbergen, LYSU, forf. . 132: double forfeit. 138: Jaeden Sokoloski, COMI, pinned Kyle Kramer, LYSU, 1:56.

145: Will Dunsberger, COMI, pinned Bryson Barnett, LYSU, 1:35. 152: Meliek Meyer, LYSU, pinned Clayton Brown, COMI, 2:49. 160: Caden Doll, LYSU, forf. .

170: Noah Zylstra, LYSU, forf. . 182: Jack Hardin, LYSU, forf.

Southeast Warren (SOWA) 55, Lynnville-Sully (LYSU) 21 220: Brian Jimenez, SOWA, pinned Cooper Scandridge, LYSU, 0:43. 285: Shannon Dunsbergen, LYSU, pinned Elijah Williams, SOWA, 0:39. 106: Brandon Davenport, SOWA, forf. . 113: Cole Nickell, LYSU, dec.

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Lynnville-Sully junior Blake Wehrle (right) tries to break a hold by an opponent with both wrestlers standing during a recent home match. Wehrle and the Hawks went 1-2 in dual action Tuesday at Southeast Warren. The lone win came over ColfaxMingo.

Blake Bauer, SOWA, 9-3. 120: Jonathan Hardy, SOWA, pinned Colton Roorda, LYSU, 0:56. 126: Tanner Flesher, SOWA, pinned Caden Dunsbergen, LYSU, 1:38.

132: Jake Hunerdosse, SOWA, forf. . 138: Zach Barnes, SOWA, pinned Kyle Kramer, LYSU, 2:38. 145: Alex Mitchell, SOWA, pinned Bryson Barnett, LYSU, 0:58. 152: Jacob Hoch, SOWA, maj. dec. Melick Meyer, LYSU, 18-7. 160: Caden Doll, LYSU, pinned Jacob Clark, SOWA, 0:37. 170: Noah Zylstra, LYSU, pinned Dylan Trusty, SOWA, 1:57. 182: Chris Davis, SOWA, dec.

Jack Hardin, LYSU, 6-5. 195: Ty Schneider, SOWA, pinned Blake Wehrle, LYSU, 1:48.

Mount Ayr (MOAY) 39, Lynnville-Sully (LYSU) 36 285: Joe Ricker, MOAY, pinned Shannon Dunsbergen, LYSU, 1:01. 106: double forfeit. 113: Cole Nickell, LYSU, forf. . 120: Dawson Knapp, MOAY, pinned Colton Roorda, LYSU, 1:26. 126: Caden Dunsbergen, LYSU, pinned Trevor Anderson, MOAY, 1:15. 132: Grant Staats, MOAY, forf. . 138: Cal Daughton, MOAY, pinned Kyle Kramer, LYSU, 0:57. 145: Erik Freed, MOAY, pinned Bryson Barnett, LYSU, 0:51. 152: Jacob Beamgard, MOAY, dec. Meliek Meyer, LYSU, 13-12. 160: Caden Doll, LYSU, pinned Jonathan Vanbuskirk, MOAY, 2:28.

170: Noah Zylstra, LYSU, forf. . 182: Jack Hardin, LYSU, forf. . 195: Blake Wehrle, LYSU, forf. . 220: Logan Kelley, MOAY,

Unbeaten: Plenty of work left for PCM Continued from Page 1B to play or what it was, but once we got it going, when Ricky and Trey came in, it opened things up for us. Once we got the tempo going, it became a lot easier for us.”

PCM entered the halftime break with a 42-19 lead. Senior Nate Smith got on the board for the Tigerhawks early in the third quarter. He hit a fadeaway jumper and followed it up with a putback off an offensive rebound. Smith and James Stoecker hit back-to-back mid-range shots to close the gap to 17 points. PCM finished the quarter on an 11-0 run and a strong fourth quarter closed out the Tigerhawks.

PCM now sits at 6-0, while the Tigerhawks are 0-6.

Gilman led all scorers with 20 points. Bruxvoort and Lindsay were the other Mustangs scoring in double figures with 15 and 11 points, respectively. Lietz led the Tigerhawks with 11 points, while Lourens had nine.

Both teams play one more game before the Christmas break, which will be welcomed by both squads.

PCM travels to Collins-Maxwell/ Baxter and C-M takes on RolandStory, both on Friday.

“We’ll be working on a lot of things,” Lorensen said. “We had a lot of defensive lapses tonight. In our zone offense, when we do what we’re supposed to do, it’s pretty good, but we don’t do it enough.

Rebounding could be better than it has been. We missed a lot of shots by the basket we need to clean up.

Defensively, we can always be better. In a word — everything.”

C-M 4-4-3-6 — 17 PCM 21-15-19-5 — 60 C-M — Cogley 9, Breawna Schroder 4, Kayla Van Dusseldorp 2 PCM — Gilson 19, Van Houweling 11, Gulling 8, Telfer 7, Katie Vande Wall 7

Obama to send gay athletes to Sochi Associated Press President Barack Obama sent Russia a clear message about its treatment of gays and lesbians with who he is — and isn’t — sending to represent the United States at the Sochi Olympics.

Billie Jean King will be one of two openly gay athletes in the U.S. delegation for the opening and closing ceremonies, Obama announced Tuesday. For the first time since 2000, however, the U.S. will not send a president, former president, first lady or vice president to the Games.

Russia has come under fierce criticism for passing national laws banning “gay propaganda.”

Though the White House did not specifically address the Russian laws in making its announcement, spokesman Shin Inouye said the delegation “represents the diversity that is the United States” and that Obama “knows they will showcase to the world the best of America — diversity, determination and teamwork.”

pinned Cooper Scandridge, LYSU, 0:19.

Mount Ayr (MOAY) 48, Colfax-Mingo (COMI) 18 106 Adam Teed, COMI, forf. 113 Ty Carlson, COMI, forf. 120 Brett Stevens, COMI, pinned Dawson Knapp, MOAY, 0:56 126 Trevor Anderson, MOAY, forf. 132 Grant Staats, MOAY, forf. 138 Cal Daughton, MOAY, forf. 145 Erik Freed, MOAY, pinned Jaeden Sokoloski, COMI, 1:41 152 Jeremy Vanbuskirk, MOAY, pinned Will Dunsberger, COMI, 0:35 160 Jacob Beamgard, MOAY, forf. 170 double forfeit 182 double forfeit 195 Logan Kelley, MOAY, pinned MacCauley Mosher, COMI, 2:18 220 double forfeit 285 Joe Ricker, MOAY, forf.

Southeast Warren (SOWA) 75, Colfax-Mingo (COMI) 3 106 Adam Teed, COMI, dec. Brandon Davenport, SOWA, 4-0 113 Blake Bauer, SOWA, pinned Ty Carlson, COMI, 5:38 120 Jonathan Hardy, SOWA, dec. Brett Stevens, COMI, 8-4 126 Gabe Henderson, SOWA, forf. 132 Tanner Flesher, SOWA, forf. 138 Jake Hunerdosse, SOWA, pinned Richard Blom, COMI, 1:23 145 Alex Mitchell, SOWA, forf. 152 Jacob Hoch, SOWA, forf. 160 Jacob Clark, SOWA, forf. 170 Dylan Trusty, SOWA, forf. 182 Chris Davis, SOWA, forf. 195 Ty Schneider, SOWA, pinned Garrett Chapman, COMI, 1:08 220 Brian Jimenez, SOWA, forf. 285 Elijah Williams, SOWA, forf.

Dustin Turner/Daily News Prairie City-Monroe senior Dillon Bruxvoort rises up for a shot during the first quarter of the Mustangs’ win over Colfax-Mingo. Bruxvoort finished with 15 points, eight assists and seven rebounds.

C-M 10-9-10-8 — 37 PCM 18-24-15-20 — 77 C-M — Lietz 11, Lourens 9, Smith 6, Stoecker 4, Juan Gonzales 3, Michael Deal 2 PCM — Gilman 20, Bruxvoort 15, Lindsay 11, Reeve 9, Uhlenhopp 7, Devon Woody 5, Ryan Jennings 4

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

CMB boys nab victory, girls lose to North Polk

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor BAXTER — Make it four straight wins for CollinsMaxwell/Baxter’s Raider boys.

They pulled away from visiting North Polk in the middle quarters Tuesday night for a 60-43 win.

The CMB girls still are winless. North Polk, which is ranked 12th in Iowa Class 3A, rolled to a 58-34 win over the Raider girls Tuesday.

CMB’s girls (0-8) and boys (4-2) host Prairie City-Monroe’s teams Friday in Heart of Iowa Conference play. The Raiders finish the first semester with a home non-conference doubleheader with Grandview Park Baptist Saturday afternoon.

The Raider boys strung together three 16-point quarters to gain full control of Tuesday’s contest. They led North Polk, 48-30, heading into the fourth quarter.

They shot 51 percent, 22-of43, from the field and knocked down 12-of-17 free throw attempts. North Polk was 16-of38 from the field, 42 percent, and downed 9-of-16 charity tosses.

Austin Moorman fired in 22 points to lead all scorers

in the game. Moorman was 6-of-7 from the line, plus he made three steals. Bryce Kemp scored 14 points and controlled six rebounds.

Seth Balke had 12 points and four steals. Tommy Galloway dished out five assists. Patrick Girard also had four steals in the game.

North Polk was led by Russell Greene with 15 points.

North Polk’s girls pushed out to a 23-14 halftime lead over the Raider girls. The third quarter saw a scoring flurry, but North Polk had a 25-16 edge over CMB. Lexi Breon led the Raiders with 11 points. She hit three 3-pointers in the game. Breon handed out four assists. Mackenzie Schmitz also had four assists.

Abbie Haupert had a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Bridget Hurley had two steals.

Schmitz had six points for CMB while Hurley added four and Mikayla Eslinger scored two.

Boys’ Game CMB 16-16-16-12—60 North Polk 12-9-9-13—43 CMB — Moorman 22, Galloway 5, Samson 5, Balke 12, Kemp 14, Girard 2.

North Polk — Greene 15, Haun 1, McBee 8, Dark 2, Hillebo 8, Sandberg 6, Brauer 4.

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Hawk teams sweep Montezuma

By Jocelyn Sheets Daily News Sports Editor MONTEZUMA — Lynnville-Sully’s basketball teams swept a South Iowa Cedar League doubleheader Tuesday against the Montezuma Braves.

The Hawk girls bounced back from their first loss of the season Monday, beating host Montezuma, 51-39.

That improved their overall mark to 7-1.

The Hawk boys posted a 54-49 win over the Braves.

They are 4-2 on the season.

Lynnville-Sully’s teams hit the road again Friday to play North Mahaska at New Sharon.

Lynnville-Sully, ranked No. 4 in Class 1A, led 1512 after one quarter, but were behind 22-20 at halftime. Coming out of the break, the Hawk girls went back to what has been successful for them this year.

They outscored the Brave girls, 19-4, to take control in the third quarter.

“In the first half, we were trying too hard to make something happen. That led us to having too many turnovers and fouls,” L-S head coach Jerry Hulsing, said.

“In the third quarter, we did

a better job of slowing down on offense and getting the ball inside to allow our size advantage work in our favor. Montezuma did a nice job of competing the whole game.”

Cassie Cullen worked inside for 24 points and pulled down 12 rebounds. She also had five of the team’s 10 steals. Lysandra James added 11 points. Becca Vos handed out four assists and Jade Van Rees had three assists.

Lynnville-Sully forced 31 turnovers while giving up the ball 21 times. The Hawk girls shot 39 percent, 18-of-46, from the field while the Braves were 13-of-30, 40 percent. Each team shot 22 free throws.

Lynnville-Sully hit 13 and Montezuma dropped in 11.

Mackenzie James led Montezuma with 15 points.

Katie Machmann had 12 points.

Lynnville-Sully’s boys built a 27-17 halftime lead.

They expanded it to 43-29 after three quarters. The Braves made a run on the Hawks, 20-11, in the final eight minutes.

“The guys dug down deep to get this win. We played excellent defense in the first half,” Hawk boys;

coach Nick Harthoorn said.

“We were pretty tired in the fourth quarter after playing back-to-back nights. We made some mistakes down the stretch, but the guys kept their composure and made enough plays in the end.”

Some of those plays down the stretch came at the free-throw line. The Hawks sank 26-of-40 free throw attempts in the game.

They shot 35 percent, 13of-37, from the field.

Leading the way for Lynnville-Sully were T.J. Cunningham and Darin Hofer with 19 points and 15 points, respectively.

Hofer corralled eight rebounds while Kyle VanDyke grabbed nine boards, plus made three steals.

Girls’ Game Lynnville-Sully 15-5-19-12—51 Montezuma 12-10-4-13—39 Lynnville-Sully — Cullen 24, James 11, Van Rees 6, Rasmusson 5, VanWyk 5.

Montezuma — James 15, Maschmann 12, Peterson 8, Norris 2, Townsend 2.

Boys’ Game Lynnville-Sully 13-14-16-11—54 Montezuma 7-10-12-20—49 Lynnville-Sully — Cunningham 19, Hofer 15, VanDyke 9, Brand 4, Trettin 3, Zegers 3, Ehresman 1.

Montezuma — McKeag 9, Gregson 8, Thomson 6, Price 6, Sutfin 5, Goodman 5, Wilhelm 3, Strong 3, Hasley 2, Barker 2.

Swim: Newton wins three individual races, two relays against the Maroons Continued from Page 1B “We decided we wanted to go after it (the record). Coach (David Hook) put this relay together and said he believed we had a chance to set the record,” Bunker said. “It’s great to have another school record.”

“It feels good to get a record here at home. All of us swam hard tonight. I was tired and wasn’t sure if I could do it but we pulled together,” Bailey said.

Lensing, Bunker and Webb each claimed wins in Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News individual events for the CarZach Theis swims the breaststroke leg of the Newton junior varsity dinal varsity. Dowling Catho- 200-meter medley relay Tuesday at home against Dowling Catholic. lic won the dual, 105-65, but all the talk was about the new The Cardinals opened and (25.79 seconds). It wasn’t my record and how well the team closed the meet with winning best and it wasn’t my worst,” performed. relay races. Aaron King, Webb, Lensing said. “I felt kind of “It was a great meet for our Bunker and Lensing com- tired today so I’m happy with kids. I worked them hard this bined to win the 200-meter it and the win.” week with a lot of minutes in medley relay race in 1:57.78.

Going from the shortest race practice,” said Cardinal head Lensing finished second in of the meet to the longest race, coach David Hook. “We were the 200-meter freestyle race the Cardinals’ Bunker pulled a bit tired and it effected some in 2:12 then came back after away from the field in the of the times, but I was pleased a break to win the “sprint” — 400-meter freestyle. Bunker finwith what I saw from all of the 50-meter freestyle. ished the distance race in 4:40.11, our swimmers.”

“It was a decent time four seconds ahead of Noah Sal-

uri of Dowling Catholic.

“Endurance racing is what I do the best I think. I like the mental aspect of the longer races,” Bunker said. “I got out strong and set a steady pace for myself.”

Webb has entrenched himself as the Cardinals’ top breaststroke swimmer. He wasn’t even pushed by anyone, finishing a full 10 seconds ahead of a Maroons’ swimmer. Webb won the 100-meter breaststroke race in 1:11.67.

Dowling Catholic won the junior varsity dual, 110-17.

Paul Maharry finished third in the 100-meter breaststroke for Newton and Reese Rosenquist was third in the 200-meter freestyle. Maharry combined with Jacob Thomas, Zach Theis and Logan Heisdorffer to place third in the 200-meter medley relay.

Newton travels to Marshalltown for a dual on Thursday to wrap up pre-Christmas competition.

Newton vs. Dowling Catholic Varsity (Newton results) Team scores: Dowling Catholic 105, Newton 65

200-m medley relay: 1. Newton (A. King, Webb, Bunker, Lensing), 1:57.78, 4. Newton (DeHart, Fitzgerald, Rosenquist, L. King), 2:14.09.

200-m freestyle: 2. Lensing, 2:12.13, 5.

Laube,2:36.58, 6. Zach Theis, 2;44.73.

200-m individual medley: 4. L. King, 2:51.28, 5. DeHart, 3:06.33, 6. Norcoss, 3:12.39.

50-m freestyle: 1. Lensing, 25.79, 4. Fitzgerald, 28.14, 6. Thomas, 33.27.

100-m butterfly: 1. Bunker, 1:02.91, 4. L. King, 1:14.84, 6. Laube, 1:20.57.

100-m freestyle: 3. Bailey, 1:01.34, 5. Rosenquist, 1:12.21, 6. Theis, 1:17.84.

400-m freestyle: 1. Bunker, 4:40.11, 5. A. King, 5:07.72, 6. Thomas, 5:50.80.

200-m freestyle relay: 2. Newton (Webb, Bailey, Fitzgerald, A. King), 1:48.26, 5. Newton (Theis, Rosenquist, Heisdorffer, Laube), 2:07.52.

100-m backstroke: 3. Bailey, 1:12.83, 5. A. King, 1:16.35, 6. DeHart, 1:25.62.

100-m breaststroke: 1. Webb, 1:11.67, 4.

Fitzgerald, 1:21.91, 6. Norcoss, 1:30.67.

400-m freestyle relay: 1. Newton (Bunker, Bailey, Webb, Lensing), 3:52.18 (new NHS record), 5. Newton (DeHart, Laube, Thomas, L. King), 4:38.16.

Junior Varsity (Newton results) Team scores: Dowling Catholic 110, Newton 17.

200-m medley relay: 3. Newton (Thomas, Theis, Heisdorffer, Maharry), 2:33.25.

200-m freestyle: 3. Rosenquist, 2:54.

50-m freestyle: 4. Zaabel, 34.95.

100-m freestyle: 4. Maharry, 1:21.77, 5. Zaabel, 1:24.59.

400-m freestyle: 4. Heisdorffer, 6:06.12.

100-m breaststroke: 3. Maharry, 1:35.28.

400-m freestyle: 4. Newton (Maharry, Heisdorffer, Zaabel, Norcross), 5:25.71.

Wrestling: Cardinals head to Norwalk Thursday with a 2-0 LHC mark Continued from Page 1B the junior varsity heads to the North Polk Invitational.

A pin by Koby Hull over Ethan Spletz in the 106 match and Cole Peters winning 6-0 over Zine Stough at 126 helped Newton stake out a 21-0 lead over Pella. Jonathon Lawton and Parker Schuster won by forfeit at 113 and 120 for Newton.

The Little Dutch won the next four matches — 132, 138, 145, 152 — with pins. After Patterson righted the Cardinal ship, Sean Cook put the wind in the sails with a pin of Tate Petty in 3 minutes, 25 seconds in the 170-pound match, pushing Newton to a 33-24 lead.

Pella’s Ashton Messer pinned Cole Doerring in 2:24 at 182. It was the last win for the Little Dutch.

Newton’s Ray Schroder scored a technical fall (18-3) over Keegan Poole at the 5:43 mark of their 195-pound match. Moving into the 220-pound spot for the night was Jordan Henning, who boosted the Cardinal lead with a pin of Carter Terpstra in 3:45. Joey Wright moved into the 285-pound matches and won by forfeit to wrap up the win for Newton.

The dual with Carlisle shifted back-and-forth early, forging a 1212 tie. After dropping the first two matches by pins, the Cardinals came right back. Brett Wolf pinned Brenden Smith in 28 seconds at 152 then Patterson recorded a pin of Orrey Reed at the 4:45 mark at 160.

The Wildcats won the 170 and 182 matches by falls to take a 24-12 lead. Schroder defeated Andrew Hill 10-4 for three team points. Down 3015, Newton got a pin from Wright against Luke Oja in 41 seconds in the 285-pound match.

Carlisle expanded its lead to 3821. Newton had a chance to win, if it came up with three straight pins. The Cardinals won the last three matches, but only scored 12 points for the team, coming up five points short of the Wildcats.

Schuster pinned Jeremy Boothroyd in 32 seconds at 120. Peters outscored Brandon Avilla, 16-10, in the

126-pound match. Smith notched a 5-1 decision over Kenny McCaughey at 132.

“We saw a lot of positive things tonight. We just have to get healthy. The guys who stepped in wrestled well. It’s always good to win a conference dual.

We came close against Carlisle,” Swedenhjelm said.

Newton (NEWT) 50, Pella (PELL) 30 106 Koby Hull, NEWT, pinned Ethan Speltz, PELL, 2:28 113 Jonathon Lawton, NEWT, forf. 120 Parker Schuster, NEWT, forf. 126 Cole Peters, NEWT, dec. Zine Stough, PELL, 6-0 132 Chase Petty, PELL, pinned Brady Smith, NEWT, 3:34 138 Levi Azinger, PELL, pinned Trevor Miller, NEWT, 2:58 145 Calvin Van Donselaar, PELL, pinned Nickolas Geerlings, NEWT, 1:59 152 Jake Speltz, PELL, pinned Brett Wolf, NEWT, 4:57 160 Peyton Patterson, NEWT, pinned Stoyn Kirby, PELL, 5:07 170 Sean Cook, NEWT, pinned

Tate Petty, PELL, 3:25 182 Ashton Messer, PELL, pinned Cole Doerring, NEWT, 2:24 195 Ray Schroder, NEWT, tech. fall Keegan Poole, PELL, 5:47 18-3 220 Jordan Henning, NEWT, pinned Carter Terpstra, PELL, 3:45 285 Joey Wright, NEWT, forf.

Carlisle (CARL) 38, Newton (NEWT) 33 138: Kyle Rees, CARL, pinned Trevor Miller, NEWT, 3:00.

145: Mason Henrichs, CARL, pinned Nickolas Geerlings, NEWT, 2:44. 152: Brett Wolf, NEWT, pinned Brenden Smith, CARL, 0:28. 160: Peyton Patterson, NEWT, pinned Orrey Reed, CARL, 4:45. 170: Andrew Burnett, CARL, pinned Sean Cook, NEWT, 1:04. 182: Damon Piatt, CARL, pinned Cole Doerring, NEWT, 1:03. 195: Ray Schroder, NEWT, dec.

Andrew Hill, CARL, 10-4. 220: Joey Hinds, CARL, pinned Jordan Henning, NEWT, 0:24. 285: Joey Wright, NEWT, pinned Luke Oja, CARL, 0:41. 106: Jordan Watts, CARL, dec. Jonathon Lawton, NEWT, 5-1. 113: Brady Kyner, CARL, tech. fall Koby Hull, NEWT, 5:12 16-1. 120: Parker Schuster, NEWT, pinned Jeremy Boothroyd, CARL, 0:32.

126: Cole Peters, NEWT, dec. Brandon Avilla, CARL, 16-10.

132: Brady Smith, NEWT, dec. Kenny McCaughey, CARL, 5-1.

Jocelyn Sheets/Daily News Newton’s Sean Cook has a headlock on an opponent during an earlier match this season. Tuesday, Cook went 1-1 in action at Pella. Cook pinned Tate Petty of Pella, helping Newton beat Pella in a conference dual.

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Public Notices THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY B. VANDER LEEST, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036411 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of LARRY B. VANDER LEEST, Deceased, who died on or about November 5, 2013: You are hereby notified that on the 27th day of November, 2013, the last will and testament of LARRY B. VANDER LEEST, deceased, bearing date of the 3rd day of October, 2011, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Jonathan W. Van Der Leest was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

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

Dated this 2nd day of December, 2013.

Jonathan W. Van Der Leest, Executor of estate 107 East 10th Street South Newton, IA 50208 Address *Designated Codicil(s) if any, with date(s) Bruce Nuzum, ICIS PIN No: AT0005885 Attorney for executor Caldwell, Brierly, Chalupa, & Nuzum, PLLC 211 First Avenue W, Newton, IA 50208 Address Date of second publication 18th day of December, 2013 Probate Code Section 304 December 11 & December 18 THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT JASPER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARTHA A. VER STEEG, Deceased Probate No. ESPR036412 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of MARTHA A. VER STEEG, Deceased, who died on or about November 22, 2013: You are hereby notified that on the 3rd day of December, 2013, the last will and testament of MARTHA A. VER STEEG, deceased, bearing date of the 27th day of July, 2009, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Dennis L. Ver Steeg and Debra Ver Steeg was appointed executor of the estate.

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

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

Dated this 2nd day of December, 2013.

Dennis L. Ver Steeg and Debra Ver Steeg Executor of estate 7512 W 52nd Street S, Monroe,IA 50170; 351 Ledbetter Rd, Mayodan, NC 27027 Address *Designated Codicil(s) if any, with date(s) Bruce Nuzum, ICIS PIN No: AT0005885 Attorney for executor Caldwell, Brierly, Chalupa, & Nuzum, PLLC 211 First Avenue W, Newton, IA 50208 Address Date of second publication 18th day of December, 2013 Probate Code Section 304 December 11 & December 18

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SNOW WAY V Plow- one ton truck mounting, new cutting blade. $3,000. 641792-4332 STOVE $125, Washers, 2 Maytags and 1 Magic Chef. $125 each. Refrigerator $150. Sonic Jet Tub $250. All in good working condition. 641-791-2307.

TORO, SUPER Blower/VAC, for leaves, works good. $50.00. Brand new Coffee Maker. $15 New DVD Player, works perfect. $25. Comfort Air , Automatic Dehumidifier, works good. 787-0208.

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

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

1998 HONDA Accord, no rust, good tires, battery, 123,000 miles, good driver, runs strong. $3600 (cash) 641-831-4229.

1999 ARTIC Cat 4-wheeler ATV, like new, runs great! $1950. 641-831-3821. No calls after 8 pm.

2000 HYUNDAI Accent L, manual trans. Black. $1000 or OBO. 641-831-0130.

2001 CHEVROLET ture Van, blue,138,000 miles, condition. $2000 or 641-791-9526.

Vendark good OBO.

2008 SUNSET Creek by Sunny Brook, 27' travel trailer, 12' slide out, walk in shower, regular size bed, sofa, and table make into a bed. 2 platform rockers and TV included, electric front jack, good condition, $13,000. Call 641-7924935

DAEWOO-DD802L DOZER $20,000. 641-792-4332 1999 HARLEY Davidson XL CH Sportster, red & black, runs good, 24,000 miles, $3500. Must sell. call for details, after 2:30pm 641-521-7165

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

– MUST SEE – Beautiful 2 bedroom apts. (approx. 900 sq ft.) $525 - $575 Includes water, sewer, trash Controlled Access Building On-Site Laundry

ROBERT’S APARTMENTS 912 1st Ave. W., Newton

641-521-8217

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 REAL ESTATE

MOBILE HOMES for Sale Financing available. Newer 3 bedroom 3 bath mobile home located in deer run estates in Colfax. 515-2102835 or 563-357-0487

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

1995 SHO: Parts car with lots of good parts. Bad engine and automatic transmission. Good Body, glass, wheels, and more. Asking $4900 for both cars. 641791-2220.

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What did yesterday’s full moon reveal? Opinions of all kinds came to the surface. What people think matters does matter in the outcome of events, but it matters surprisingly little on a spiritual level, as we will find out in the days to come. Use the information to inform your choices, but don’t base your choices on popular notions.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (June 24). You express what others think and feel.

This talent will earn you friends and money. It will bring loved ones closer to you. Next month, it will give you a degree of fame, too. Do not work for the approval of others, especially in August when success depends on doing work you’re proud of.

September sends you on a journey. Aries and Gemini adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 4, 38, 10 and 12.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The dramatic change you are attempting may seem risky to others, but it’s not really that risky when you consider that you have a strong

vision of where you’re going and you know the way.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19). Usually people respond promptly to you but there may be a lag time now.

Avoid paranoid thinking. When you don’t hear from someone it’s because that person is busy, not because you did anything wrong.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18). The easy way is sometimes also the right way, but not this time.

You’re willing to put in the time to do a job correctly, so roll your sleeves up and dig right in.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You love to luxuriate in long swaths of time alone in which you are expected to do nothing at all but think and dream.

That kind of time is a limited commodity now, so when the chance does come along, don’t let it go untapped.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). When you love, you feel fully alive. It may bother you that you are

limited in whom you can love? Or maybe you’re not so limited, as long as you match the appropriate kind of love to each recipient.

to act on it. Fresh on the heels of your last success, you’ll have the opportunity to go for your next one, but you have to move fast.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Big talent won’t stay in a small role. Either your role will have to expand to better accommodate your potential, or you’ll start looking for a better match.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22). Your free spirited, unconventional side will be highlighted, and you’re likely to behave in ways that surprise even you. Tonight features a consciousness-raising event.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You’ll meet someone new, and when you do, listen up. This creative, dynamic and educated person will give you a tip that you could use to make a great deal of money down the line.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You are passionate.

You are not given to wild rages or rapturous loves, but you channel great intensity of feeling and focus into your work.

This is the part of your personality that will be highlighted.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22).

You know it better than anyone — to bring a vision to life you can’t just talk about it, you have

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23).

Even though the world welcomes you and rallies around you, you may still feel like an outsider. It’s because there’s so much on your mind that you don’t want to share. Once you get it out, you’ll feel like connecting again.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Your fellow Scorpio Robert Louis Stevenson said that a friend is a gift you give yourself, but don’t take his words too literally. If you’re doing all of the work all the time, it’s really not friendship.

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