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3 local teens reported dead after car accident It has been confirmed the three teenagers who went missing from Osceola last weekend were killed in a car accident.

According to Iowa State

Patrol Sgt. Nathan Ludwig, the bodies of Lauren Barker, 16, Elania Critz, 16, and Jesse Robinson, 19, were found in a car lodged in a deep ravine off Country

Club Road.

“It’s about 2.2 miles southeast of town when Kossuth Street becomes a gravel road,” Ludwig said.

Word spread quickly

when the teens didn’t make it home Saturday night.

Friends, family and local law enforcement were on the lookout for a red Honda the three were said to be

Recovery likely for Osceola toddler involved in accident

By HILARY FERRAND

Rairden-Sheehan said Ashton’s mother, Ashley Sheehan, left her son in the care of a friend while she took her daughter to bowling league Saturday.

It’s still unclear how Ashton got out of the house on his own.

“Things happen in a split second that can change your life forever,” Rairden-Sheehan said.

Initially, Ashton was unable to breath on his own and swelling of his brain was a major concern. Now, the worst of the family’s fears are over.

“I can’t confirm the nature of his injuries, but I do have the official condition from the charge nurse as ‘fair,’” said University of Iowa Health Care Media Relations Spe-

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The condition of a toddler struck by a vehicle over the weekend is improving, according to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics staff.

Ashton Houck, 2, wandered into traffic on South Park Avenue between noon and 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, where he was hit by a truck, resulting in life-threatening injuries.

According to his aunt, Heather Rairden-Sheehan, the child was transported by air to University of Iowa hospitals with multiple skull fractures, orbital fractures, a torn trachea, road rash and severe bruising.

cause of the crash. The accident is under investigation.

More information will be published by the Osceola Sentinel-Tribune as it becomes available.

City needs citizen input to secure grant funds The City of Osceola anticipates submitting an application to the Iowa Economic Development Authority seeking grant funds to conduct a Housing Rehabilitation Program in Osceola. The grant is designed to help low-to-moderate income homeowners make improvements to their homes at no cost to them.

To assist in the application process, the city is conducting an income survey by mail in several neighborhoods within Osceola. The city requests renters and homeowners who receive the income survey please complete and return it.

Those not responding may be contacted by telephone or in person. A high response rate to this survey is instrumental for Osceola to receive this grant.

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Pictured is Ashton Houck, 2, son of Michael Houck and Ashley Sheehan.

are being collected through Casey’s General Stores in Osceola and online through a fund entitled, “Ashtons recovery” at GoFundMe.com.

cialist Molly Rossiter.

According to Rairden-Sheehan, aside from the risk of infection, Ashton is in the clear.

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riding in. A Clarke County maintenance crew member spotted the vehicle Tuesday.

At this time, no information is available on the

Also enclosed with the income survey is a pre-application form for low-to-moderate income homeowners interested in participating in a housing rehabilitation program.

Completing this form will help show Iowa Economic Development Authority that there is much need in the community for a Housing Rehabilitation Program. Cities awarded these grants will be notified next spring. If Osceola receives the grant, homeowners desiring to participate in the rehabilitation program will be asked to complete a full application and work will likely be done beginning in 2018.

Questions may be directed to the City of Osceola 641342-2377 or to Southern Iowa Council of Governments (SICOG) 641-782-8491.

Cultivating a love of reading one book at a time

By HILARY FERRAND OST news editor hferrand@osceolaiowa.com

Julieann Barr is on a mission. Every December, she makes certain her students have at least one book at home they enjoy, while also safeguarding the school’s well-stocked library.

“Before we started this program, we had 70 or 80 kids come back from Christmas break without their books,” said Barr, library associate at Clarke Community Elementary School.

Elementary students are no longer allowed to check out books the week before winter vacation. Between

visiting relatives and receiving books and other presents for the holidays, it’s too easy for students to misplace items they’ve checked out.

“Unless they pay for the book or return the book, they don’t get to check out a book for the rest of the school year,” Barr said.

That’s not a risk every family can take. According to First Book, a nonprofit invested in bringing books to the country’s poorest communities, 42 percent of children live in homes where their basic needs for food, clothing and shelter aren’t being met. In those homes, books are a luxury.

“I always gave my kids

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Pictured, from left, are Nicole Jacobson, Diane Ogbourne, Julieann Barr and David Selene.

books for Christmas,” Barr said, “but so many kids don’t get books because the

needs are underwear, socks, a coat.”

Simply having access to

books and other reading materials plays a significant role in developing literacy skills.

Children from low-income homes without the funds to invest in the types of books children most like to read start out at a disadvantage.

That’s why Clarke Elementary’s Christmas book giveaway makes an impact with kids and families.

“I try to collect close to a 1,000 books, because we have over 800 kids,” Barr said. “I want them to have a choice.”

When students check out books from the library, they’re steered toward options at their current reading levels. There aren’t any

rules for those taking part in the giveaway. Children may select books beyond their comprehension levels or those for younger readers – and many do, in order to have something to share with a sibling.

“We can promote the joy of reading, not the chore,” Barr said. “For many students, this is the No. 1 thing they really start looking forward to around Thanksgiving, even Halloween.”

“Any time we can give a child a book, it encourages reading,” said Clarke Community Elementary Principal Jill Kiger.

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Emerald ash borer larvae found in Osceola

By HILARY FERRAND OST news editor hferrand@osceolaiowa. com

The Emerald ash borer (EAB) is deceptively small.

The metallic green insect is no bigger than a dime, and yet, experts say it could wipe out 99 percent of the country’s ash tree population.

On Monday, Nov. 28, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) identified EAB larvae in Osceola.

“Ash trees within 15 miles of a confirmed emerald ash borer site are at the highest risk for attack,” said IDALS EAB and Gypsy Moth Coordinator Mike Kintner.

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Pictured are the tunnels made in ash xylem by an EAB larvae.

EAB feed on all species of ash, though black, green and white are most at risk.

The insects lay their eggs in the xylem, the woody tissue under the bark. Once hatched, the larvae spend

up to a year eating the tree away from the inside out.

This disrupts the flow of nutrients through branches and accounts for the strange die-off patterns seen in infestations, in which crowns

die first.

“Trees with up to 30 percent canopy die-back can be treated,” Kintner said.

“It is safe to say nearly all untreated ash trees will die.”

While it isn’t likely a homeowner will notice the small holes EAB use to deposit their eggs, the larvae attract the attention of woodpeckers, especially in winter. The larger, D-shaped exit holes the beetles make once they’ve matured are easier to spot.

So are the suckers – the smaller limbs sprouting from around the base of a tree that’s already dying from the top down. The progression is unsightly, but it gives homeowners a chance to get ahead of the

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license or by the homeowner,” Kintner said.

Insecticides are needed to eradicate and prevent infestation. No natural solutions have been discovered. However, there is one chemical option safer than the alternatives, and it’s one of the most effective.

Trunk injections are often better at preventing infestations than treating the bark or the soil. Some commercial treatments, such as emamectin benzoate, provide more protection, while others need to be repeated yearly alongside another type of treatment to keep the beetles away for good.

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problem.

“Two or three years after that initial detection, it becomes much more obvious.

We are already noticing this in other communities,” Kintner said. “EAB usually kills an ash tree two to four years after it is infested.”

Unfortunately, preventative treatments aren’t effective this late into the season, according to an IDALS release. Homeowners with ash trees on their property should begin looking now for the right expert to perform treatments beginning in April.

“Depending on the size of the ash tree and method of application, treatments can be applied either by a professional with a commercial pesticide applicator

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ACCIDENT Scott Wayne Carter, 58, of Murray was charged with leaving the scene of an accident resulting in serious injury and operating while under the influence after an accident 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 26, at the intersection of Highway 34 and 130th Street.

According to a Clarke County Sheriff report, witnesses at the scene said a dark-colored pick-up was traveling south on 130th Street when it went through

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L O C A L W E AT H E R the intersection, making contact to the rear of a 2000 Ford driven east on Highway 34 by Holly Ann Crall, 39, of Norwalk. Crall’s vehicle rolled multiple times, ejecting a rear passenger who was not wearing a seat belt, and resulting in serious injury to at least one other occupant.

Crall and the rear passenger were transported by air ambulances to Des Moines hospitals.

At the point of impact,

the pick-up lost its license plate, allowing Iowa State Patrol officers to identify and locate Carter. Officers went to Carter’s residence, observed a damaged 1997 Ford in the driveway and spoke with Carter, who admitted to and showed signs of intoxication.

Carter admitted to drinking earlier in the day. The officer administered standardized field sobriety tests, which Carter failed. Carter failed a preliminary breath

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test and was placed under arrest. At Clarke County Jail, his blood-alcohol content registered at .144.

Carter was being held on $5,000 bond.

Damage estimates are $4,000 to Carter’s vehicle and $10,000 to Crall’s vehicle.

Clarke County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Osceola Police Department, Iowa State Patrol, Clarke County EMS and Murray and Osceola fire departments.

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The Osceola Police Department has taken a pledge to keep tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor products out of the hands of Osceola youth.

Known as I-PLEDGE, the program is a partnership with the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division (ABD) to educate local retailers and to enforce Iowa’s tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor product laws. Since the program’s inception in 2000, the statewide tobacco compliance rate has grown to 91 percent. By participating in the program, the Osceola Police Department has committed to do its part

to increase the compliance rate even more this year.

I-PLEDGE places emphasis on retailer training. Clerks who successfully complete an online training course and then pass an exam will become I-PLEDGE certified. This allows a retail establishment to use an affirmative defense against a civil penalty if the certified clerk makes an illegal sale.

“I-PLEDGE’s retailer training is a great way for clerks to prepare themselves to refuse illegal tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor product sales,” Chef Duffus said. “The training also as-

sists retailers to ensure they maintain a compliant and responsible establishment.”

Officer Cody Smith will also be conducting compliance checks on local establishments as part of the I-PLEDGE program. Underage customers, under the supervision of law enforcement officials, will enter establishments and attempt to buy tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor products.

Clerks who make the illegal sal ewill be cited on the spot.

Criminal penalties for selling tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor products to a minor include a $100 fine for a first offense, a $250

fine for a second offense and a $500 fine for third and subsequent offenses. However, handing out citations is not the intent of the I-PLEDGE program.

“By partnering with the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division, we hope to educate clerks and maintain a compliant retail environment in our community,” Chief Duffus said. “Moreover, we pledge to help keep tobacco, alternative nicotine and vapor products out of the hands of today’s youth.”

To take the I-PLEDGE training or search certification records, go to http:// abd.iowa.gov/.

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job of matching the children’s interests.

While Barr collects books throughout the year, organizations pitch in as the giveaway gets near. After reading about the program in the paper, Diane Ogbourne, vice president of Clarke County State Bank, decided to get involved.

“Our staff is so generous,

I thought it was something they might be interested in doing,” Ogbourne said.

The suggestion was met with enthusiasm. Bank employees recently donated 211 books they’d collected for the program, and CROSS Ministries donated 200 books to the program earlier in the year.

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mas book giveaway will last Pictured is a state fire marshall investigating a fatal house from Friday, Dec. 16, to Fri- fire that occurred 5:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, in New Virginia. day, Dec. 23. Students who miss school due to illness or holiday travel will get the opportunity to choose their free books at a later date. Leftover titles get donated back to CROSS Ministries, where families can access affordable options for children’s literature.

ly completely wiped out.

Blakely has been treating trees for EAB for the last three y e a r s .

While no insects had been spotted in Osceola previously, they’ve been in Kintner U n i o n County since 2014. Experts knew the migration was inevitable. While the insects fly up to 15 miles from where they spawn, they can also travel in firewood, wooden storage containers and similar items, which is why areas with known infestations often come under quarantines banning them from exporting ash products.

“The pesticide I inject circulates through the tree and

the root system. Those eggs will instantly die,” Blakely said.

But, that isn’t the only reason he prefers TREE-äge.

“Another benefit to the injections is I can treat a tree on a playground or next to a pond or a river or one with pets or kids playing around it, because everything is sealed inside the tree,” he said.

According to IDALS, it’s also recommended that you work with a professional applicator who is also a certified arborist. The size and health of your tree will determine whether treatment or removal is the best remedy for an infestation, so working with a tree expert often saves time and prevents future problems.

“I have 2,000 to 3,000 ash trees back in our timber,” Blakely said. “I don’t know how many I’ve cut down.”

Nothing will save forest

populations unless they can be treated. That’s bad news for the 55 million ash trees growing throughout Iowa and for the ecosystems relying on the shade they provide.

According to Kiger, children get excited for the program especially because they get to keep the books they’re taking home. She also commended Barr for making sure the available books do a good

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find an applicator who is certified by IDALS Pesticide Bureau at either the 3O or 3OT levels.

“Cost depends on the size of the tree. That’s determined by the diameter at chest height,” said Shane Blakely of Blakely Tree Service in Osceola. “It’s roughly $10 per inch. Those treatments last for two years.”

Blakely uses TREE-äge trunk injections to manage EAB infestations.

“That’s what they’ve used for about nine years,” he said. “The ash borer came to Michigan in ’02. It took about four years to find a solution to protect those trees.”

Unfortunately, in the time it took to develop TREEäge, Michigan ash were near-

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Robert Foland Lorimor

Robert “Bob� Bruce Foland, 86, of Lorimor died Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at Westbridge Care and Rehabilitation Center in Winterset.

Services will be 10 a.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 7, at Kale Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., in Osceola with Foland the Rev. Dwayne Henrichs officiating. Visitation with family present will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the funeral home. Interment will be in Murray Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to his family for a fitting tribute to be decided later.

Online condolences may be left at www.kalefuneralhome.com.

Robert “Bob� Bruce Foland, son of Eldon Johnny Foland and Ruby Estell (Baker) Foland, was born Feb. 20, 1930, in Torrington, Wyoming. Bob grew up in the Grand River area and graduated from Grand River high School in 1948.

On Aug. 26, 1950, he married Baunadine Perry in Grand River. Bob worked for several farmers in the Grand River and Thayer areas before purchasing his own farm south

Gail ‘Jack’ Reed New Virginia

Gail Wendell Reed, 79, of New Virginia died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016, at Mercy Hospital Medical Center in Des Moines.

Services were held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at Kale Fun e r a l Home, 301 S. Main St., in Osceola with the Rev. Amy J o h n - Reed son officiating.

Visitation with family present was from 5 to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 30, with a Masonic service following at the funeral home. Interment followed in New Virginia Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to New Virginia United Methodist Church, Iowa Lions Eye Bank or New Virginia Fire and Rescue. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kalefuneralhome.com.

Gail Wendell “Jack� Reed, son of William Jennings Bryan Reed and Lucy Eleanor (Boyles) Reed, was born Nov. 1, 1937, outside New Virginia.

of Thayer. He farmed for many years before retiring in 1985, when he sold the farm and moved to Lorimor. He was an Archer Oil Dealer for more than 45 years. He delivered the Sunday Des Moines Register and Creston News Advertiser.

Robert is survived by his wife of more than 66 years, Baunadine Foland of Lorimor; son Craig (Julie) Foland of Bedford, son Brian (Carmen) Foland of Murray and daughter Bonnie (Mike) Decker of Lorimor; grandchildren, Eric (Melinda) Foland of Afton, Bruce (Heather) Foland of Osceola, Dawn (James) Petrik of Osceola, Dillon (Peyten) Decker of Lorimor and Sarah Brown of Des Moines; great-grandchildren, Trevor Henry, Daniel Giles, Rylee Petrik, Owen Petrik, Mason Petrik, Reece Petrik, Tysen Decker, Maya Decker and Marcy; sisters-in-law, Marge Foland of Phoenix, Arizona, Louise Driskill of Murray, Katie (Mike) Kelly of Illinois and Linda (Jack) Williams of Des Moines; daughter-in-law Teri Foland of Bedford; several nieces and nephews; as well as other relatives and many friends.

Robert was preceded in death by his son Myron Foland; son Rodney Foland; brother Richard Foland; brother-in-law Don Driskill; sister-in-law Carolyn Romero; brother-in-law Freddy Perry and parents, Johnny and Ruby Foland.

He attended New Virginia grade school and high school.

He graduated in 1956. He began schooling at Iowa State University before joining the U.S. Navy at the end of the Korean War in 1955. He went through basic training at the U.S. Naval training facility in Great Lakes, Illinois, and specialized in radio communications. He was honorably discharged in 1962.

In May 1961, Gail married Reba Hendrickson.

In 1962, he joined the New Virginia Lions Club where he served in many officer positions throughout his 54 years of involvement and held the position of secretary for 40 years preceding his death. He also held many positions on the district and state cabinets, and became district governor in 1978 serving a one-year term. He was a committee member for Boy Scout Troop 119 and involved as a member of the Neophyte 301 Masonic Lodge of New Virginia for 54 years, of which he held many positions in leadership and served as the current treasurer. He was a volunteer fireman for Virginia Township Fire Department for more than 40 years and an EMT-D for more than 25 years. He was the standing secretary/ treasurer of New Virginia Sanitary Sewer District and a member for more than 40

OBITUARIES Suzanne Frericks Laurel

Suzanne “Sue� Frericks, 63, of Laurel, formerly of Osceola, died Friday, Nov. 23, 2016.

Memorial services were held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, at Mitchell Family Funeral Home, 1209 Iowa Ave. West, in Marshalltown. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 29, at the funeral home. After the burial in Graceland Cemetery in Laurel, a luncheon was served at Laurel

Fern Windland Osceola

Fern Louise Windland, 94, of Osceola died Monday, Nov. 28, 2016, at Homestead Assisted Living Memory Care in Osceola.

Services were held 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 2, at Kale Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., in Osceola with the Rev. Shane Simpson officiating. Visitation with family present was from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at the funeral home. Interment was in Maple Hill

Paul Wirth Osceola

Paul Everett Wirth, 96, of Osceola died Monday, Nov. 28, 2016, at Clarke County Hospital in Osceola.

Services were held 2 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 30, at Kale Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., in Osceola with the Rev. Mike Albert ofyears. Gail and Reba were initiated into the Neophyte Order of the Eastern Star in 1967, and Gail served as Worthy Patron numerous times.

Gail was a member at United Methodist Church in New Virginia. He owned a century old farm outside of New Virginia.

Gail is survived by his wife Reba; daughters, Anna (Craig) Young of Des Moines and Melissa Reed of Ellsworth; son John Reed of New Virginia; grandchildren, JaY! HURRS FILL R TOU ICKLY! QU

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United Methodist Church.

Memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Iowa, 1730 28th St., West Des Moines, Iowa, 50266 or the Animal Rescue League of Marshallt o w n .

Online condolences may be Frericks left at www.mitchellfh.com.

Suzanne Marie Utley, daughter of Elmer and Ma-

bel (Gillespie) Utley, was born March 14, 1953, in Osceola. She attended school in the Osceola Community School District.

Sue married Darrell Brown and had one child, Tracy Brown.

On Aug. 17, 1979, Sue married Wilbur Frericks, and they had two children, a son, Jeff Frericks of Marshalltown and a daughter, Julie (Arch) Allison of Marshalltown. Sue opened a restaurant in Laurel called Sue’s Halfway CafÊ.

Sue is survived by her husband of 37 years, Wil-

bur of Laurel; daughter Tracy Brown of Marshalltown; son Jeff Frericks of Marshalltown; daughter Julie (Arch) Allison of Marshalltown; grandchildren, Shelby (Jerry) Hawxby and Logan Brown of Osceola; three great-grandchildren, Vivian, Nevaeh and Davyn of Osceola; sisters, Donna (Dean) Graham of Osceola and Francis Voshelle of Afton; brother Bill (Sue) Utley of Osceola and many nieces and nephews.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Mabel Utley.

Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to her family for a fitting tribute to be decided on at a later date.

Online c o n d o - Windland lences may be left at www.kalefuneralhome.com.

Fern Louise Windland, daughter of John Lee and Bessie (Wilson) Frizzell, was born May 19, 1922, in Woodburn. Fern grew up

on a farm in Clarke County and graduated from Osceola High School.

On June 14, 1947, Fern married Worth Windland.

Fern worked with her husband in their clothing store, Windland Clothing.

She also worked at Clarke County State Bank in Osceola for 36 years.

Fern is survived by her daughter, Jan (Bruce) Reece of Osceola; grandchildren, Brian (Paula) Reece of Osceola, Eric (Kecia) Reece of Huntersville, North Carolina, and Amy (Andy) O’Hare

of Rochester, Minnesota; great-grandchildren, Gable, Coel and Cooper Reece of Osceola, Caden Reece of Huntersville, North Carolina, and Ahnika and Abbott O’Hare of Rochester, Minnesota; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Worth R. Windland; parents, John and Bessie Frizzell; sister Verla Gray; brothers, Roy, Kenneth and Robert Frizzell; sistersin-law, Maurine Frizzell, Margaret Frizzell and Betty Anne Frizzell; and grandson Scott Alan Reece.

ficiating. Visitation with family present was from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment followed in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to Davis Pence Post No. 69 American Legion in Osceola. Online condolences may be left at www.kalefuneralhome.com.

Paul Everett Wirth, son of John Henry Wirth and Margaret Ellzora (Davison) Wirth, was born April 8, 1920, in Taylor County.

His childhood was spent in the New Wirth Market and Clarinda area, completing his eighth-grade education at Glasgow High School.

On Nov. 14, 1942, he married Virginia Maxine Walter at St. Louis, Missouri.

Paul entered the U.S. Navy at the outbreak of World War II and served aboard the USS Wolverine attaining the rank of Machinist’s Mate Second Class.

Paul returned to Clarinda upon his discharge and worked at Berry Seed Com-

pany until a back injury occurred causing him to wear a steel brace for the majority of his life. At this time, Paul began working as a hired man at various locations until 1963, when he and Virginia began farming for themselves in Bedford. Upon retirement in 1998, Paul and Virginia moved to Osceola. Paul is survived by his son Larry Wirth of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; daughter Cynthia Brooner of Monroe; daughter Kathy (John) Sharp of Osceola; son Allen (Christine) Wirth of Beach Park, Illinois; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; as well as other relatives and many friends.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; wife Virginia; infant granddaughter; swon-in-law Dave Brooner; four sisters and three brothers.

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Residents dazzled by Holiday Brilliance

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BACK IN TIME ON THE SQUARE

By Marie White

Clarke County Historical Society

America’s wealth and democracy caused a great emigration from Sweden to America in the first half of the 19th century.

Two brothers, Emil and Ed Jarl of Sweden, worked hard for two years saving enough money to book passage to America. In 1887, at ages 14 and 16, they sailed to America. As they had an uncle in Afton as a sponsor, they did not have to stop at Ellis Island.

They boarded a train in New York for Iowa.

The two worked as farm laborers and quickly learned the English language. They completed their education and graduated from high school in Afton. They worked and accumulated a small nest egg and decided to strike out on their own and establish their own business.

In searching for a good location, they purchased and operated a small store in Osceola.

Osceola was a regional marketing center served

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Pictured is the winning entry for the window display contest, Flowers ‘N More.

Holiday Brilliance 2016 drew an unexpected crowd.

Beginning at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, the festivities kicked off with a vendor fair and scavenger hunt in the Osceola Senior Center and the Christmas Cuties contest 4 p.m. at the bandstand. It culminated in the lighted parade

and Santa lighting the courtyard lights around 7 p.m.

Christmas Cuties This was the first year for the Christmas Cuties contest.

There were eight entries. Carly McLain, Fysher Simmons, Trenidee Cox, Shealynn Jones, Jordan Murphy, Madison Horton, Shyenne Steenhoek and

Keely McLain all rode along with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the parade.

Lighted parade winners The best floats for the night came down to the cutest reindeer, Julia and Randy Van Larr; best group, Clarke County Old Iron Club; best overall, Clarke County Veterans;

and best theme, The Village.

Window display contest Flowers ‘N More won first place for the business window display contest . Second place went to Boyt Harness. Third place was won by the courthouse.

Stay tuned for more on Holiday Brilliance winners.

by the railroad. Farm production was increasing, and Osceola looked like the ideal location for a new business in the 1890s.

In 1906, the Jarl brothers secured a lot from S. A. Babb on the north side of the square, next to the I.O.O.F. building. The old wooden building on the lot was moved to the rear of the lot and used for storage purposes. Work was to begin at once on the new large brick block building for the Jarl Brothers general merchandise store.

While workmen were placing the roof on the new Jarl building, a can of tar was being warmed over a torch and the can burst, allowing tar to pour over the torch, starting a fire that sent dense columns of black smoke upward, creating considerable excitement. The fire department quickly responded and the hose was raised to the roof. While the fire was extinguished quickly, the damage to the roof was quite large, amounting to $100 or $200.

The new two-story building was built in 1907

at a cost of almost $10,000.

The store was a commodious one, 28 x 100 feet with a steel ceiling. The basement was unusually fine and used as a salesroom in rush seasons. The basement was floored with cement and was well-lit, with a broad stairway leading down to it from the back of the store room.

On the second floor were two office suites with two rooms each, a toilet room and two six-room residence suites. The upper floor was all hard wood, and the entrance was located on an alley for ease of access. Today, this is the location of Dr. Thomas Lower’s office.

In 1917, Emil Jarl and his wife, Gunilla, built a new home on a lot just south of the library. Gunilla hand picked each brick used in the fireplace, the tiles and oak for the woodwork, going to Chicago several times to select materials. The home has two stories, many built-in oak cabinets, a tile roof and a garage in the basement.

The Jarls represent the American Dream.

Hunsicker elected president of insurance group

Pictured is one of the lighted floats from Saturday’s parade.

Eldon H u n sicker, a partner in Hunsicker & Associates of Hunsicker Osceola, has been elected as the

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111th president of the Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa (IIAI).

The IIAI represents almost 670 member agencies across the state and more than 12,000 licensed agents. The organization serves the business interests of insurance agents who represent multiple

companies selling auto, home, farm, business, trucking, life, health and other lines of insurance.

Hunsicker has been in the insurance business for more than 30 years.

He is a partner in agencies in Osceola, Ottumwa and Eddyville.

Iowa schools and communities encouraged to order free seedlings now for spring MUSCATINE — ­ Iowa schools and communities are reminded that free seedlings will be available to them again this spring through the DNR’s Trees for Kids program.

Each school building and community may order one free packet consisting of 200 bare-root seedlings, 50 each of four selected species. The seedlings are delivered in April or May and are generally used as part of Earth Day/Week celebrations. Many are distributed to students, family, staff and community residents. Others are planted on school grounds and in parks or used as part of educational programs. Orders will be filled on a first-come, firstserved basis until 200 packets are requested.

“Most people probably aren’t thinking about planting right now,” says Laura Wagner, DNR Trees for Kids Coordinator, “But because this program and our packets are so popular, we encourage folks to order

early to get the best selections.”

Interested schools and communities need to complete a simple application form and those receiving packets will be asked to email at least one photo of the trees being planted and a short paragraph indicating where and why they were planted. No other requirements are necessary to receive the free trees.

The application deadline is April 1, 2017 and the application form, packet sheets with species photos and information, and instructions can be found at www.iowadnr.gov/urbanforestry by clicking on Trees For Kids Earth Month Celebration.

Schools and communities may select from the following specialty packets: Fall Color –Trees and shrubs with vibrant fall color Fastest Forest – Great along streams and wet areas, these grow at least 3 feet per year

Pollinator Packet – Provides vital host species for butterflies and other pollinators Privacy Packet – Great to use as a visual barrier or along a fence line Spring Flowers – Create spring color with these flowering shrubs and small trees Storm Resistant Packet – These trees resist breakage from wind and ice storms Wild Edible Packet – Enjoy an edible landscape Trees for Kids is a DNR program with funding by Alliant Energy, MidAmerican Energy, Black Hills Energy, ITC, Trees Forever, Iowa Woodland Owners Association and Iowa Tree Farm Committee, and administered by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Forestry Bureau.

For more information about ordering no-cost Trees for Kids seedlings, contact Laura Wagner, DNR Trees for Kids Coordinator, 515-725-8456 or laura.wagner@dnr.iowa. gov

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Christmas wishes: Nathan Ferrand, 7, tells Santa what he wants for the holidays.

Clarke County Toys for Christmas donors for Dec. 8 In memory of Robert Chaney, In memory of Matt Lewis, In memory of Jim and Julia Cottrell, In memory of Tom Sr. and Tammy Cottrell, In Memory of MaryAnn and Don Henrich, Wishon Family, Linda Redfern, Eileen Boldon, Sean Dodson, Anita Van Scoy, Brenda

Reasoner, Clifford Mason, Doris Poterfield, Barbara Mason, Virginia Reynolds, Vera Robins, Patricia Edwards, Carolyn Carroll, Gene and Sherry Coyle, Gerald and Jean Leibold, Bob and Bea Evans, Joe and Francelia Reynolds, Robert and Marilyn Fluckey, Alan and Deb Lundquist,

Steve and Bert Potter, Daniel and Marilyn Foster, Michael and Mary Dodson, Craig and Linda Ewolden, Myron and Linda Manley, Gary and Helen Kimes, Dr. James and Mary Ellen Kimball, Book Lover’s Club, Osceola United Methodist Women, Clarke Electric Cooperative employees

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Clarke girls and boys bowlers top Centerville

By RYAN KRONBERG

UP NEXT — Clarke hosts Creston on Monday.

OST sports editor rkronberg@osceolaiowa.com

OSCEOLA — Clarke’s girls bowling rolled well in Thursday’s match against Centerville.

The Lady Indians set the school record in winning 2,171-1,501.

The Lady Indians rolled their first-ever 200 game in Bakers with a 226.

“We had a real good performance by the girls,” said Clarke coach Dale Helgevold. “I was proud of them.”

LeeAnn Helgevold led the Lady Indians with a two-game individual series of 330.

Kacie Shieler had a 319 series.

The Indian boys battled back in Baker games to earn a 2,307-2,186 win.

Clarke entered the fifth game of Bakers down by one pin. The Indians outscored the Big Reds by 20 to win by 19.

“We got some really good breaks the last game,” Helgevold said.

Brock Bucy had a 339 individual series to lead the way.

“Brock’s been our leader,” Helgevold said.

Andrew Gaytan was second with a 337 in his first season out for the team.

“He just did a fantastic job,’ Helgevold said.

Girls Clarke 2,171, Centerville 1,501 Clarke results Singles — Cassie Lamb 70, 104 — 174; Layla Carney 139, 109 — 248; Erin Silzer 119, 119 — 238; Landi Helgevold 110, 145 — 245; Kacie Shieler 149, 170 — 319; LeeAnn Helgevold 175, 155 — 330.

Baker — 147, 226, 143, 133, 132 — 781.

Boys Clarke 2,307, Centerville 2,286 Singles — Michael Berryhill 140, 144 — 284; Jack Kjellsen 131, 164 — 295; Andrew Gaytan 173, 164 — 337; T.J. Woods 134, 148 — 282; Andy McKnight 137, 97 — 234; Brock Bucy 143, 196 — 339.

Baker — 148, 149, 180, 126, 167 — 770.

Vs Oskaloosa, Lenox Girls Oskaloosa 2,127, Clarke 2,050, Lenox 1,656 Clarke results Singles — Layla Carney 112, 130—242; Erin Silzer, 98, 92 — 190; Dana Pearson 79, 77 — 156; Landi Helgevold 133, 169 — 302; Kacie Shieler 119, 142 — 261; LeeAnn Helgevold 203, 149 — 352.

Baker — 169, 1 12, 138, 149, 135 — 703.

Boys Oskaloosa 2,578, Clarke 2,289, Lenox 2,073 Clarke results Singles — Michael Berryhill 168, 141 — 309; Jack Kjelsen 139, 154— 293; Andy McKnight 167, 131 — 298; Andrew Gaytan 104, 126 — 230; T.J. Woods 130, 185 — 315; Brock Bucy 213, 191 — 394.

Bakers — 165, 133, 128, 116, 138 — 680.

OST photo by RYAN KRONBERG

Clarke’s LeeAnn Helgevold rolls a ball down the lane during Thursday’s match against Centerville in Osceola. Helgevold and the Lady Indians topped the Big Reds to improve to 2-1 on the season.

Clarke girls basketball drops pair of games; CD wins three; I-35 wins one

By RYAN KRONBERG

OST sports editor rkronberg@osceolaiowa.com

Friday in South Central Conference play.

CD girls cruise to perfect week Clarke’s girls basketball team

struggled a bit at times this past week, dropping both contests.

The Lady Indians faced a stiff test Tuesday, Nov. 29 against Class 2A fourth-ranked Central Decatur.

The powerful Cardinals, coming off a trip to the state tournament last season, flexed their muscles in a 75-37 win.

Central Decatur jumped out to a 24-4 lead after one quarter and 50-6 advantage at halftime.

Megan Linskens had 14 points to lead the Lady Indians. Sydnee Redman had 12 points. Deseree Stubbe added six points and five assists. Vanessa Bakley had five steals.

Central Decatur had four in double figures offensively. Raegan Boothe led the Cardinals with a game-high 18 points on 6-of-9 shooting, along with five rebounds and five steals. Alli Masters had 16 points on 6-of-10 shooting, with six rebounds, four assists and three steals. Emma Atwood had 16 points on 6-of-10 shooting with six rebounds, six assists and three steals.

Clarke dropped a 77-45 decision to Chariton in its South Central Conference opener.

The Chargers held a slim 1714 lead after one quarter. They stretched the edge to 39-25 at halftime, outscoring the Lady Indians 22-11 in the second quarter. Chariton outscored Clarke 25-10 in the third quarter, taking a 64-35 edge.

Stubbe had 15 points and four rebounds. Ashlynn Oehlert had seven points, six rebounds and four steals.

“We went through a really tough stretch of games last week,” said Clarke coach Eric Zoske. “We as coaches need to do a better job of preparing this team for games.”

Central Decatur’s pressure flustered Clarke.

The Lady Indians also struggled with basics in the loss to Chariton.

“The fundamentals of dribbling and passing cannot be overlooked,” Zoske said. “We cannot and will not be successful if our fundamentals are not there.”

Zoske and the staff are looking for someone to take charge on the court.

“At this point, I’m still looking for that person,” Zoske said, “one who can carry this team when we make a couple of turnovers or missed shots. Hopefully we can get a couple of girls to step up quickly.”

Clarke (1-4) was at Knoxville Tuesday. The Lady Indians host Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont

Besides a dominating effort in Osceola, Central Decatur’s girls were also impressive in two other victories.

The Cardinals crushed Plesaantville 74-18 Friday in Pride of Iowa Conference play.

Central Decatur raced out to a 27-7 lead after one quarter. It pushed it to 48-11 at halftime.

Atwood paced the Cardinals with 19 points on 7-of-14 shooting, along with four rebounds and three steals. Masters had 18 points, 14 rebounds and four assists. Jentri Hullinger had 11 points, five rebounds and four assists. Lily Simon had 10 points.

The Cardinals used a big second quarter Saturday to pick up a 7542 win over Grand View Christian in nonconference play.

Central Decatur led 19-11 after eight minutes. The Cardinals blew it open with a 28-6 second quarter to lead 47-17 at halftime.

Atwood had 19 points on 9-of13 shooting, with five rebounds.

Hullinger had 17 points on 7-of11 shooting, with seven rebounds.

Boothe had 11 points, seven rebounds and six assists and three steals. Masters added nine points and four steals.

Central Decatur (4-0) squared off with Class 2A fifth-rated Interstate 35 Tuesday. The Cardinals are at Southeast Warren Friday and are at Martensdale-St. Marys OST photo by RYAN KRONBERG Tuesday.

Central Decatur senior Jentri Hullinger (35) and Raegan Boothe (right) battle with Clarke sophomore Interstate 35 overcame a slug- Ashlynn Oehlert for control of a loose ball during their game Nov. 29 in Osceola. gish start to win its lone game of the week, 66-26 over Southeast runners with a game-high 20 ley said. “The girls did what they giving up.”

Warren. points, along with 17 rebounds. need to do to find the open person The Mustangs had control of the The Warhawks led 10-9 after Gracie McCuddin had 13 points. or hit the outside shot.” game through three quarters. one quarter, but the Roadrunners Jaliyah White added 12 points off “Up nine, I thought we had it Murray pushed Diagonal hard took over from there. Interstate 35 the bench. salted away,” Shields said. “We for four quarters. outscored Southeast Warren 22-7 Interstate 35 (2-0) was at Class “Murray has always been chal- stopping doing anything we had in the second quarter to lead 29-17 2A fourth-ranked Central Decatur lenging,” Gunsolley said. “Jerry been doing except turning the ball at halftime. The Roadrunners led Tuesday. The Roadrunners are at (Shields) has been excellent from over. We did that.”

43-25 after three quarters, then Wayne Friday and host Pleasant- day one ever since I was in school.

The Mustangs had an opportunisalted the game away in the fourth ville Tuesday.

It’s always a challenge to face Mur- ty to put the game away at the free quarter, outscoring the Warhawks Diagonal 43, Murray 39 ray.” throw line, but went just 8-of-20.

23-1.

Beating their longtime rival is a “Our free throw shooting and DIAGONAL — Diagonal overInterstate 35’s better defense boost for the Maroons early in the turnovers are the two things that came an 11-point third-quarter came when the Roadrunners killed us,” Shields said. season. deficit and mounted a 15-0 run that played better without fouling.

Murray was clicking for the first “It’s definitely a big confidence helped pave the way for a 43-39 Southeast Warren shot 19 free builder,” Gunsolley said.

“We talkthree quarters. home win over Murray Friday. throws in the first half, but only “We passed the ball around. We Diagonal won for the third time ed about how much time we’ve put two in the second half. in the gym, how much better we’ve were moving the ball quick. We in four outings.

Interstate 35 also picked up gotten.

We need to keep it up. were getting easy shots,” Shields “It was a very nice win,” said Dithe tempo offensively in the final said.

We’re finally doing it.” agonal coach Gina Gunsolley. three quarters.

The loss taught Murray an imKatie Sobotka scored 15 points.

Diagonal grabbed a 39-35 lead “We picked up the intensity portant lesson about finishing a Kasydi Klommhaus, Emily Newton late in the fourth, allowed Murray on the offensive end,” said Intergame. and Bailey Taylor had seven points to score four straight, and then state 35 coach Jamie Smith. “We each.

“Found out this evening that scored four straight points to end weren’t getting the ball up the Breianna Klein scored 14 for high school girls basketball teams the game to seal the deal. court as fast as we would have Murray and had five rebounds. play 32 minutes instead of 24,” The Maroon offense and defense liked the first quarter and we were Ally Waske had six points, seven Murray coach Jerry Shields said in contributed to their rally in the just standing around. I thought boards and four blocks. an email.

“After the third quarter, fourth quarter. once we got the pace up we got Murray (2-1) was at Mormon we headed for the bus.

Complete “We had some shots fall. We got them disorganized.”

Trail Tuesday.

The Mustangs host offense shut down caused by oursome stops in our press,” GunsolGracey Griglione led the Roadselves. Credit to Diagonal for not Twin Cedars Tuesday.

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THURSDAY • DECEMBER 8, 2016

the bills submitted for payment. Motion carried 3-0.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the proposed School Nutrition Program Procurement Plan. Motion carried 3-0.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the district's application for 2017-18 Modified Supplemental Amount. Motion carried 3-0.

Principal report: 1. Fall play scheduled for November 19.

2. First JH basketball game this week.

3. Veterans Day recognition ceremony was well attended.

4. Good attendance at parent/teacher conferences.

Supt. Report: 1. Student radio program on KSOI has Venteicher (B/L) pinned Bryce Cole (VM/E) 1:42; 145 —Joel Becerra been implemented.

(AHSTW) Scheurmann (ACGC) 7-2; 152 — Marcus 2. Attended dec. trainingLogan November 3-4.

3. Jeter/Miller werepinned presenters at IASB Daughton (MA) Luke Jones (CD) 5:45; 3. Jace Morgenstern convention.

(Clar) pinned Jonathan Bair (C) 6:39; 160 — Kade Kelso (CD) UTB 4. Jeter and Miller represented the disGabe Pauley (AHSTW) 4-3; 170 — Derek Venteicher (B/L) pinned Josh trict and school foundation at Clarke Allsup (NV) 2:43; 3.

Colton County Development on Nov. 7. Golwitzer (VM/E) pinned Chance Masters (CD) 182 — CalatDaughton (MA) pinned Noah Hale (VM/E) 1:07; The 3:35; meeting adjourned 7:45 pm. The 3. Adam Walkerof(CD) pinned Aaron Young (AHSTW) 4:53;195 — Comnext regular meeting the Murray be munity School Board Directors Nathan Baier (C)ofdec.

Erikwill Jorgensen (AHSTW) 4-0; 220 — Cade 6:30 December 15, 2016 at the Mur- (VM/E) :27; 285 —Chance Strough Suhrpm, (ACGC) pinned Tyler Erdman CLARKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL ray School.

(Clar) dec. Derrin Sesker (VM/E) 4-2.

DISTRICT Dennis Jeter Regular Meeting of the Board of Board President Education Elizabeth Justice Administrative Conferenceand Room Board Secretary GRIMES — Interstate 35 claimed one champion one November 28, 2016 Agriland FS, fuel...........................2,170.71 called the regular meetsecond-place finish at Saturday’sPresident DallasWhite Center-Grimes InAlliant Energy, electricity.............3,491.78 AE Dairy, supplies.........................1,754.77 ing to order at 6:30 p.m. Board members vitational. present were James Bair, Brian Crawford, Applegate, Ben....................................85.00 Lori Bert Houge and Dena Arnold Motor, supply.......................640.83 Nathan Phillips was victorious at Helgevold, 113 pounds.

He avenged Bell, Michael, official.........................85.00 White. Joseph Deutsch and Gerard a lossRandy, earlier in the week to Creston/Orient-Macksburg’s JaLinskens were absent. Superintendent Blum, official.........................85.00 Steve Seid, Business Manager Ruth Bob's Auto, supplies.........................260.38 cob Goodson, winning 4-1 in the finals.

White, and two guests were present.

Broken Arrow Wear, supplies..........424.88 Helgevold and Houge moved approval Dante Arzani was second at 182.

Brummel, Wolfgang, services.......5,156.77 Burg, Andrew, official........................85.00 of the agenda. Motion carried (5-0).

Casey Baker took third at 120.

ZacandWilley wasmoved third Houge Helgevold to at apCentral Plains Electric, repair..........149.89 the minutes fromNelson the November City Murray, water/sewer............810.44 132.of Mason Woosley was thirdprove at 160.

Brody was 14th meeting.

Motion carried (5-0).

Clarke, Taylor, fees.............................25.00 and at Houge accept the fifth Co at Horse 126.&Jacob Steinlage fifth 152.moved Jaketo Hutton Clarke Rider Club, fee...19.00 wasBair certificate of election from the County AuClayton, Dan,at official.........................85.00 was fifth 285.

Creston Auto, repairs........................576.95 ditor and Board of Supervisors for the November Board ofCreston/OriDirectors election.

Creston Co, ads...................250.77 ThePublish Roadrunners were fifth as a8thteam.

D&D Pest Control, services.............150.00 Brian Crawford was elected to fill the vaent-Macksburg was the champion. cancy for the residue of the term, ending Detrick, Grant, official........................85.00 Final teamSeptember standings2019. Motion carried (5-0).

Downing, Darwin, physical.............219.00 Oath office wasCentennial given to board166; member 1. Body Creston/Orient-Macksburg 2.ofAnkeny 3.

F&M Shop..............................892.00208; Brian Crawford

by Ruth White.

Fareway, Webstersupplies................................35.38 City 162; 4. Des Moines East 150; 5. Interstate 35 149.5; 6.

Bair and Crawford moved to approve Fields, Dan,125; official............................85.00 Carlisle 7. Prairie City-Monroe 120.5; 8. Dallas Center-Grimes the resignation of Jennifer Miler from Flowers supplies................135.50 117.5; 'n 9. More, A-D-M 99; 10. West Marshall 88.5; 11. Carroll 47; 11. Greene Fry Electric, services........................392.44 high school cheer sponsor effective at the County 47; 13.

Nevada 16.

George, Ryan, official........................85.00 end of her current contract; approve hiring Championship matches Craig Wisniewski as assistant baseball Getting, Jonny, official.......................85.00 Doug May as middle school 106 — Ben Monroe (AC) maj. dec.coach, Andrew Flora (ADM) 10-1; 113 — Giles, Scottie, official.........................85.00 wrestling(C/O-M) coach, Jeff Beener Graiinger, supplies............................294.33 Nathan Phillips (I35) dec. Jacob Goodson 11-4; 120as—volunteer Drake middle school wrestling Graphic Edge, supplies.....................261.21 Doolittle (WC) pinned Hunter Pfantz (WM) 21-6, 6:00;coach, 126 and — Brent Max Great American Opp, supplies.........711.39 Muller as yellow bus driver. Motion carried (3-2 Helgevold and Houge opposed).

Great Impressions, supplies................96.00 Crawford and Helgevold moved to apGrindeland, Jordan, official................85.00 Harjes, Carrie, official........................85.00 prove college coursework for advanceHarrison Truck Ctr, repair................178.42 ment on the salary schedule for Lindsay Highway Lumber Co, supplies...........49.38 Diehl, "Principles of Coaching and LeadHunsicker & Assoc, insurance...........80.00 ership", 4 hours, Concordia University, Huxford, Bill, official.........................85.00 and Morgan Singleton "Seminar in Hy-Vee 1473, supplies.....................524.25 Teaching Art" and "Research", 3 hours Ia Assoc School Boards, fees...........419.00 each, UNI. Motion carried (5-0).

The Board received reports from Tracy Ia Div of Labor Ser, inspection........360.00 Ia FFA Assn, fees...........................1,403.50 Johnson, Activities Director and Shane Ia Fire Equipment, service............1,057.74 Stephens, High School Principal.

Houge and Helgevold moved to apIa Girls HS Athletic Union, gate receipts.......................................720.00 prove adding a facility manager position.

Ia School Finance Info, services........54.00 Motion failed (2-3 Bair, Crawford and JMC Computer, services..................698.00 White opposed).

Open Enrollment has been approved for Jones Construction, services............409.69 Jones, Glen, official............................85.00 Kenzie, Kolton, and Darian Stark to I-35 KD Tires, repair..................................40.00 from Clarke beginning 2016-17.

Crawford and Bair moved to approve Kinder, Jerry........................................85.00 Koch Bros, service.........................1,280.01 CarlyAnn Daly and Krista Cooper be alLearning Post, supplies.......................89.59 lowed to graduate at the end of the first Lore, Randy, official...........................85.00 semester pending all graduation requireMartin Bros, supplies....................6,915.01 ments are met. Motion carried (5-0).

Discussion was held to consider an McGraw Hill, supplies......................888.30 Measurement Inc, supplies...............133.95 election to extend the Voted Physical Michelsen, Kim, official.....................85.00 Plant and Equipment Levy.

Bair and Crawford moved to approve Molden, Rick, official.........................85.00 Myers, Robert, official........................85.00 the following recommendations from the Neff Co, supplies..............................158.99 facility committee: LMC furniture estiNoah, Scott, official............................85.00 mate $75,000; high school carpet (auditoOhorliko, Brian, official.....................85.00 rium, choir/music room, Sue's room, lower Osceola F&H, supplies.........................3.11 hallways, LMC, Miller's room, HenderP Card, supplies/registration.........2,213.27 son's room, 300A) $67,560; shop and Partners for Profit, supplies...........1,359.00 classroom A/C and heat (2 rooms @ Pepper, JW, supplies...........................73.99 $12,620 each-$25,240; rooftop A/C for 2 Quality Glass Co, repairs..................465.89 classrooms by library $9,915; basketball Renaud, Kurt, official.........................85.00 backboards $6,050; softball field fencing Roberts Piano, services.......................55.00 $6,930; middle school unit vent heaters 6 Robins, Lawn Care, services.........4,335.00 @ approx. $32,798; elementary carpet Robinsons of Osc, supplies................22.99 (lower area) $10,537.36, (upper area) Rural Schools Advocates, dues........750.00 $16,919.92; remove and replace 2 new School Adm of IA, fees....................660.00 boilers at elementary, est. $35,250; eleSimpson College, registration..........420.00 mentary countertops (2) estimate $8,000; Smith, Cristy, travel............................18.25 middle/high school security camera Snyder Plumbing, services............5,900.00 project $138,830; elementary school secuSW IA Bandmasters, registration.......12.00 rity camera project $96,138; elementary SW Comm College, tuition...........7,651.56 school tuck pointing $28,107.88; hanging Staples Adv, supplies....................2,693.94 heaters in storage area of lower middle hallway est. $3731.

Taylor, Raun, official..........................85.00 school Teaching Strategies, fees..................334.40 Total=$561,007.16. Motion carried (5-0).

First Reading of Board Policy 402.2 Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl, registration...........................................38.00 Child Abuse Reporting; 501.16 Homeless Thomas Bus Sales, supplies...............51.21 Children and Youth, 502.6 Weapons; Trophies Plus, supplies.....................108.95 503.1 Student Conduct; 505.4 Testing Umphfleet, Mike, official...................85.00 Program; 505.8 Parent and Family EnUmscheid, Brandon, official..............85.00 gagement.

Bair and Houge moved to approve the US Cellular, phone..............................58.29 Univ of Minn, fees............................110.00 review of Board Policy 403.1 E PhysiWards Science, supplies.....................74.26 cian's Statement of Examination. Motion Wilson, Jim official............................85.00 carried (5-0).

Helgevold and Houge moved to apWood, Martin, official........................85.00 prove the second reading of Board Policies 403.1 Employee Physical ExaminaCLARKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL tions and 401.7 Employee Travel ComDISTRICT pensation. Motion carried (5-0).

Regular Meeting of the Board of Superintendent Seid reported on Clarke Education teachers applying to teach in China; State Administrative Conference Room SAM conference; and Phase I building November 28, 2016 President White called the regular meet- renovation.

Item to consider for the next board ing to order at 6:30 p.m. Board members present were James Bair, Brian Crawford, agenda: board meeting night.

Houge and Crawford moved to go into Lori Helgevold, Bert Houge and Dena White. Joseph Deutsch and Gerard closed session as provided in section 21.5 Linskens were absent. Superintendent (1)(j) of the open meetings law to discuss Steve Seid, Business Manager Ruth the purchase of particular real estate only where premature disclosure could be reaWhite, and two guests were present.

Helgevold and Houge moved approval sonably expected to increase the price the governmental body would have to pay for of the agenda. Motion carried (5-0).

Houge and Helgevold moved to ap- that property. Roll Call All Ayes. prove the minutes from the November The Board returned to open session at 8:33 p.m.

14th meeting. Motion carried (5-0).

Bair and Houge moved to accept the The next board meeting is December certificate of election from the County Au- 12, 2016.

The Board adjourned at 8:34 p.m. folditor and Board of Supervisors for the November 8th Board of Directors election. lowing a motion by Helgevold and Bair.

These minutes are as recorded by the Brian Crawford was elected to fill the vacancy for the residue of the term, ending board secretary and subject to approval at September 2019. Motion carried (5-0). the next regular board meeting.

Ruth White, Board Secretary Oath of office was given to board member Brian Crawford by Ruth White.

PUBLIC NOTICE OF STORM Bair and Crawford moved to approve WATER DISCHARGE the resignation of Jennifer Miler from The Clarke County Road Department high school cheer sponsor effective at the end of her current contract; approve hiring plans to submit a Notice of Intent to the Craig Wisniewski as assistant baseball Iowa Department of Natural Resources to coach, Doug May as middle school be covered under National Pollutant Diswrestling coach, Jeff Beener as volunteer charge Elimination System (NPDES) Genmiddle school wrestling coach, and Brent eral Permit No.2 "Storm Water Discharge Muller as yellow bus driver. Motion car- Associated with Industrial Activity for Construction Activities." ried (3-2 Helgevold and Houge opposed).

The storm water will be from highway Crawford and Helgevold moved to apconstruction activity located in Clarke prove college coursework for advanceCounty on 190th Ave. ment on the salary schedule for Lindsay Description of project: 80'-0" x 24'-6" Diehl, "Principles of Coaching and Lead- Con. Conc. Slab Bridge and approach ership", 4 hours, Concordia University, roadway grading. and Morgan Singleton "Seminar in __ The Public Land Survey location is Teaching Art" and "Research", 3 hours in Township 72, Range 26, Section(s) 21each, UNI. Motion carried (5-0).

22.

The Board received reports from Tracy Storm water will be discharged from Johnson, Activities Director and Shane one point sources and will be discharged Stephens, High School Principal. to the following streams: White Breast Houge and Helgevold moved to apComments may be submitted to the prove adding a facility manager position. Storm Water Discharge Coordinator, Motion failed (2-3 Bair, Crawford and IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL White opposed).

RESOURCES, Environmental Protection Open Enrollment has been approved for Division, 502 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA Kenzie, Kolton, and Darian Stark to I-35 50319-0034. The public may review the from Clarke beginning 2016-17.

Notice of Intent from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 Crawford and Bair moved to approve p.m. Monday through Friday by the deCarlyAnn Daly and Krista Cooper be al- partment. lowed to graduate at the end of the first The City of Osceola, IA is requesting semester pending all graduation requireproposals for technical services to assist ments are met. Motion carried (5-0).

Discussion was held to consider an with a housing rehabilitation program reelection to extend the Voted Physical ceiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds through the Iowa Plant and Equipment Levy.

Development Authority Bair and Crawford moved to approve Economic the following recommendations from the (IEDA). facility committee: LMC furniture estiThe City is applying for funds to develmate $75,000; high school carpet (audito- op and implement an owner occupied rium, choir/music room, Sue's room, lower housing rehabilitation program for low to hallways, LMC, Miller's room, Hender- moderate homeowners. The selected conson's room, 300A) $67,560; shop and tractor will work with the city to ensure classroom A/C and heat (2 rooms @ compliance with CDBG program require$12,620 each-$25,240; rooftop A/C for 2 ments. Activities will include but are not classrooms by library $9,915; basketball limited to application intake and processbackboards $6,050; softball field fencing ing, property inspections and write ups, $6,930; middle school unit vent heaters 6 and lead hazard reduction work. A full de@ approx. $32,798; elementary carpet scription of the work specifications is (lower area) $10,537.36, (upper area) available at City Hall at 115 N Fillmore, $16,919.92; remove and replace 2 new Osceola, IA 50213.

Proposals to the city should include the boilers at elementary, est. $35,250; elementary countertops (2) estimate $8,000; minimum information: Experience with IEDA's housing rehamiddle/high school security camera project $138,830; elementary school secu- bilitation CDBG program Description of past technical services rity camera project $96,138; elementary school tuck pointing $28,107.88; hanging provided heaters in storage area of lower middle Description of organizational capacity school hallway est. $3731. to complete all necessary technical service activities Total=$561,007.16. Motion carried (5-0).

References from previous clients of reFirst Reading of Board Policy 402.2 Child Abuse Reporting; 501.16 Homeless lated work within the past five years Children and Youth, 502.6 Weapons; Copy of Lead Assessor/Risk Inspector 503.1 Student Conduct; 505.4 Testing certification form for each inspector to

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OSCEOLA SENTINEL-TRIBUNE

Clarke wrestling team starts out well

By RYAN KRONBERG

OST sports editor rkronberg@osceolaiowa.com

GREENFIELD — Clarke’s wrestling team took the action to its opponents at its first traditional tournament of the season Saturday at the Coach Riley Invitational.

The Indians’ efforts were rewarded with solid efforts all day.

“For the most part we were the aggressors in our matches,” said Clarke coach Brian Reece.

Clarke’s mistakes came out of the attacking position, mistakes Reece can live with.

“When we made mistakes we made them while we were in offense and I can’t be upset with that particularly when it’s the freshmen and sophomores,” Reece said.

Nathan Bair claimed Clarke’s lone title, winning at 195 pounds.

Bair’s win was a 4-0 decision.

“Nathan had a good battle in the finals and got on his offense early, which is what we want to see from him,” Reece said.

Parker Hardy was third at 120.

“Parker Hardy had a great tournament and hopefully this is the start of a successful junior campaign,” Reece said.

Carter Wilken was fourth at 113, Colby Wilken was fourth at 132 and Jonathan Bair was fourth at 152.

The Indians placed eighth as a team.

Central Decatur had two champions. Kade Kelso was victorious at 160 pounds, while Wyatt Dale won at 113. Luke Jones was second at 152. Dakota Davis was fourth at 126 and Chance Masters was fourth at 170.

Clarke is at Chariton Thursday and at Ogden Saturday.

Central Decatur hosts its home tournament Friday.

Final team standings 1. Van Meter/Earlham 160; 2. Bedford/Lenox 115.5; 3. Adair-Casey/ Guthrie Center 112; 4. Clarinda 95; 5. AHSTW 92; 6. Central Decatur 86; 7. Mount Ayr 68; 8. Clarke 64; 9. Nodaway Valley 35.

Championship matches 106 —Easton Benson (ACGC) pinned Colby Widerholt (VM/E) 5:45; 113 —Wyatt Dale (CD) pinned Blaine Beeler (ACGC) 1:35; 3.

Tyler Yanes (VM/E) pinned Carter Wilken (C) 1:35; 120 — Jared Hensley (B/L) pinned Zachary Fees (ACGC) :58; 3. Parker Hardy (C) dec. Quentin Gregg (MA) 12-5; 126 — Cade Costlow (VM/E) pinned Dylan Heideman (B/L) 3:03; 3. Gabe Rowley (ACGC) pinned Dakota Davis (CD) 2:41; 132 — Austin Gutknecht (Clar) dec. Alex Firch (VM/E) 4-0; 3. Nate Briggs (B/L) pinned ColbyThe Wilken 1:36; 138 — Drew Murray(C) Community School Board

of Directors met in open session November 17, 2016. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by President Dennis Jeter. Present: Jeter, Brian McCracken, John Siefkas. Absent: Andy Eckels, Trevor Robins. Also present: Supt. Miller, Principal Page, Secretary Page.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the agenda. Motion carried 3-0.

Siefkas/McCracken moved to approve the following item on the consent agenda: 1. Minutes of the Oct 20, 2016 meeting.

Motion carried 3-0.

Siefkas/McCracken moved to approve the bills submitted for payment. Motion carried 3-0.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the proposed School Nutrition Program Procurement Plan. Motion carried 3-0.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the district's application for 2017-18 Modified Supplemental Amount. Motion carried 3-0.

Principal report: 1. Fall play scheduled for November 19.

2. First JH basketball game this week.

3. Veterans Day recognition ceremony was well attended.

4. Good attendance at parent/teacher conferences.

Supt. Report: 1. Student radio program on KSOI has been implemented.

2. Attended training November 3-4.

3. Jeter/Miller were presenters at IASB convention.

4. Jeter and Miller represented the district and school foundation at Clarke County Development on Nov. 7.

The meeting adjourned at 7:45 pm. The next regular meeting of the Murray Community School Board of Directors will be 6:30 pm, December 15, 2016 at the Murray School.

Dennis Jeter Board President Elizabeth Justice Board Secretary Agriland FS, fuel...........................2,170.71 Alliant Energy, electricity.............3,491.78 AE Dairy, supplies.........................1,754.77 Applegate, Ben....................................85.00 Arnold Motor, supply.......................640.83 Bell, Michael, official.........................85.00 Blum, Randy, official.........................85.00 Bob's Auto, supplies.........................260.38 Broken Arrow Wear, supplies..........424.88 Brummel, Wolfgang, services.......5,156.77 Burg, Andrew, official........................85.00 Central Plains Electric, repair..........149.89 City of Murray, water/sewer............810.44 Clarke, Taylor, fees.............................25.00 Clarke Co Horse & Rider Club, fee...19.00 Clayton, Dan, official.........................85.00 Creston Auto, repairs........................576.95 Creston Publish Co, ads...................250.77 D&D Pest Control, services.............150.00 Detrick, Grant, official........................85.00 Downing, Darwin, physical.............219.00 F&M Body Shop..............................892.00 Fareway, supplies................................35.38 Fields, Dan, official............................85.00 Flowers 'n More, supplies................135.50 Fry Electric, services........................392.44 George, Ryan, official........................85.00 Getting, Jonny, official.......................85.00 Giles, Scottie, official.........................85.00 Graiinger, supplies............................294.33 Graphic Edge, supplies.....................261.21 Great American Opp, supplies.........711.39 Great Impressions, supplies................96.00 Grindeland, Jordan, official................85.00 Harjes, Carrie, official........................85.00 Harrison Truck Ctr, repair................178.42 Highway Lumber Co, supplies...........49.38 Hunsicker & Assoc, insurance...........80.00 Huxford, Bill, official.........................85.00 Hy-Vee 1473, supplies.....................524.25 Ia Assoc School Boards, fees...........419.00 Ia Div of Labor Ser, inspection........360.00 Ia FFA Assn, fees...........................1,403.50 Ia Fire Equipment, service............1,057.74 Ia Girls HS Athletic Union, gate receipts.......................................720.00 Ia School Finance Info, services........54.00 JMC Computer, services..................698.00 Jones Construction, services............409.69 Jones, Glen, official............................85.00 KD Tires, repair..................................40.00 Kinder, Jerry........................................85.00 Koch Bros, service.........................1,280.01 Learning Post, supplies.......................89.59 Lore, Randy, official...........................85.00 Martin Bros, supplies....................6,915.01 McGraw Hill, supplies......................888.30 Measurement Inc, supplies...............133.95 Michelsen, Kim, official.....................85.00 Molden, Rick, official.........................85.00 Myers, Robert, official........................85.00 Neff Co, supplies..............................158.99 Noah, Scott, official............................85.00 Ohorliko, Brian, official.....................85.00 Osceola F&H, supplies.........................3.11 P Card, supplies/registration.........2,213.27 Partners for Profit, supplies...........1,359.00 Pepper, JW, supplies...........................73.99 Quality Glass Co, repairs..................465.89 Renaud, Kurt, official.........................85.00 Roberts Piano, services.......................55.00 Robins, Lawn Care, services.........4,335.00 Robinsons of Osc, supplies................22.99 Rural Schools Advocates, dues........750.00 School Adm of IA, fees....................660.00 Simpson College, registration..........420.00 Smith, Cristy, travel............................18.25 Snyder Plumbing, services............5,900.00 SW IA Bandmasters, registration.......12.00 SW Comm College, tuition...........7,651.56 Staples Adv, supplies....................2,693.94 Taylor, Raun, official..........................85.00 Teaching Strategies, fees..................334.40 Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl, registration...........................................38.00 Thomas Bus Sales, supplies...............51.21 Trophies Plus, supplies.....................108.95

Phillips wins title for I-35

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S LEVY AND SALE State of Iowa Clarke County Court No.: EQCV012179 SPECIAL EXECUTION Plaintiff: Wells Fargo Bank NA vs.

Defendant: Cory A. Reynolds: Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; and Parties in Possession As a result of the judgment rendered in the above entitled case, an execution was issued by the Clerk of the District Court to the Sheriff of this Clarke County, Iowa.

The execution ordered the sale of defendants: Real Estate: __X__ Personal Property: _____. The property is described below or on attached sheet.

Description: Lot One (1) in Block Four (4) in Webster's Addition to the City of Osceola, Clarke County, Iowa E-911 Address: 200 S. VALE STREET, OSCEOLA, IA 50213 Location of Sale: CLARKE COUNTY LAW CENTER, OSCEOLA, IOWA Sale Date: JANUARY 11, 2017 Sale Time: 9:30 AM Homestead: _____ Defendant is advised that if the described real estate includes the homestead, (must not exceed ½ acre if in the city or town plat, or, if rural, must not exceed 40 acres.) The defendant must file a homestead plat with the Office of the Sheriff of Clarke County, Iowa, within 10 days after the service of this notice, or the Sheriff shall have it platted and will assess the cost to this case.

After sale of said real estate, the defendant may redeem the property within.

Redemption: One year: _____ 6 months: _____ Other: __X__ No redemption: _____ THIS SALE IS NOT SUBJECT TO REDEMPTION PER ORDER OF THE COURT. Property exemption, certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file the appropriate notice, if applicable.

Judgment Amount: $55,234.36 Interest: $3,856.50 Costs of Suit: $4,010.01 Other Costs: PLUS COSTS OF THIS ACTION AND ACCURING COSTS Attorney for Plaintiff: Name: David Erickson Address: 215 10th Street, Suite 1300 Des Moines, IA 50309 Phone: 515-288-2500 Bill Kerns, Sheriff Clarke County Sheriff's Office Phone: 641-342-2914 Fax: 641-342-4071 Date: September 21, 2016 The Murray Community School Board of Directors met in open session November 17, 2016. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by President Dennis Jeter. Present: Jeter, Brian McCracken, John Siefkas. Absent: Andy Eckels, Trevor Robins. Also present: Supt. Miller, Principal Page, Secretary Page.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the agenda. Motion carried 3-0.

Siefkas/McCracken moved to approve the following item on the consent agenda: 1. Minutes of the Oct 20, 2016 meeting.

Motion carried 3-0.

Siefkas/McCracken moved to approve the bills submitted for payment. Motion carried 3-0.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the proposed School Nutrition Program Procurement Plan. Motion carried 3-0.

McCracken/Siefkas moved to approve the district's application for 2017-18 Modified Supplemental Amount. Motion carried 3-0.

Principal report: 1. Fall play scheduled for November 19.

2. First JH basketball game this week.

3. Veterans Day recognition ceremony was well attended.

4. Good attendance at parent/teacher conferences.

Supt. Report: 1. Student radio program on KSOI has been implemented.

2. Attended training November 3-4.

3. Jeter/Miller were presenters at IASB

Tracy (DCG) dec. Brock Espalin (DME) 2-1; 5. Brody Nelson (I35) dec.

Lucas Olson (CAR) 4-2; 132 — Matthew Jordan (DME) dec. Carson Hartnett (WC) 2:54; 3. Zac Willey (I35) dec. Cade Vicker (C/O-M) 7-2; 138 — Cooper White (WM) dec. Bryce Morano (DCG) 5-2; 3. Nolan Harsh (ADM( dec. Trevor Marlin (C/O-M) 4-0; 7. Alan Ayers (AC) dec.

Brayden Egli (I35) 10-5; 145 —Mitchel Swank (C/O-M) dec. Xavier Miller (PCM) 5-3; 5. Matthew Scott (DME) maj. dec. Travis Brownlee (I35) 12-2; 152 — Wes Cummings (PCM) pinned Zane Mulder (DCG) 1:17; 5. Jacob Steinlage (I35) dec. Michael Lopez (DME) 6-0; 160 — Colin Honderd (AC) pinned Aaron Denney (CAR) 15-0, 4:42; 3. Mason Woosley (I35) inj. def. Lucas Roland (PCM).

170 — Jarron Trausch (PCM) pinned Zane Williams (WC) 3:00; 182 — Chase Shiltz (C/O-M) pinned Dante Arzani (I35) 1:25; 195 — Jackson Mikkelsen (C/O-M) dec. Tanner Tillotson (DME) 10-5; 220 — Kadon Hulett (C/O-M) pinned Riley McClaskey (AC) 2:35; 285 — Cooper Lawson (WC) dec. Cody Tanner (C/O-M) 6-4; 5. Jake Hutton (I35) maj. dec. Case Tillotson (DME) 13-3.

Roadrunners split opening duals TRURO — Opening night was a good challenge for Interstate 35.

The Roadrunners defeated Winterset 42-33, but fell to Creston/Orient-Macksburg 55-18.

“We got woke up at some weights, which we needed,” said Interstate 35 coach Ryan Snyder. “We needed to get in some hard-fought action.”

The Roadrunners tested themselves against the Panthers best.

“We didn’t try to get away from anybody,” Snyder said.

“We went straight at them. We feel pretty good about that.”

Going up against a team like the Panthers builds up the Roadrunners for later in the season.

“I like to wrestle schools like that,” Snyder said. “We want to see bigger and better schools. We want to see better competition.”

The City of Osceola, IA is requesting proposals for technical services to assist with a housing rehabilitation program receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds through the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA).

The City is applying for funds to develop and implement an owner occupied housing rehabilitation program for low to moderate homeowners. The selected contractor will work with the city to ensure compliance with CDBG program requirements. Activities will include but are not limited to application intake and processing, property inspections and write ups, and lead hazard reduction work. A full description of the work specifications is available at City Hall at 115 N Fillmore, Osceola, IA 50213.

Proposals to the city should include the minimum information: Experience with IEDA's housing rehabilitation CDBG program Description of past technical services provided Description of organizational capacity to complete all necessary technical service activities References from previous clients of related work within the past five years Copy of Lead Assessor/Risk Inspector certification form for each inspector to work on the project Cost of services Proposals must be submitted no later than December 27, 2016. Proposals should be submitted to The City of Osceola, PO Box 465, 115 N Fillmore, Osceola, IA 50213.

Questions regarding this request for proposals should be directed to Ty Wheeler, City Administrator, City of Osceola, IA, 641-342-2377 or twheeler@osceolaia.net.

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT CLARKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Stanley Stickler, Deceased No. ESPR010030 WENDY RAE STICKLER, PLAINTIFF v.

ALAN LEIGHTON DEV ALLE, DIANE CADY, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF JERRY MICHAEL STICKLER, THE UNKNOWN HEIRS OF STANLEY STICKLER, LUANNE AMUNDSON, MARILEE LANGFITT, AND BRIAN LANGFITT, INDIVIDUALLY, AND AS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF STANLEY STICKLER, Defendant TO THE ABOVE-NAME DEFENDANTS: You are notified that a Petition has been filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court naming you as the Defendant in this action, which Petition prays to set aside the alleged Will admitted to probate in the above-named estate. The attorney for the Plaintiff(s) is Mason J. Ouderkirk whose address is 108 W. Ashland Ave., P.O. Box 156; Indianola, Iowa 50125-0156. That attorney's phone number is 515-961-5315; facsimile number is 515-961-0304.

You must serve a motion or answer on or before the 131h day of January, 2017, and, within a reasonable time thereafter, file your motion or answer with the Clerk of Court for Clarke County, at the county courthouse in Osceola, Iowa. If you do not, judgment by default may be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the petition.

If you need assistance to participate in court due to a disability, contact the disability coordinator at 515-286-3394. If you request the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in Court because of a disability, immediately call your District ADA coordinator at 515-286-3394.

Persons who are hearing or speech impaired may call Relay Iowa TTY (1-800735-2942). Disability coordinators cannot provide legal advice.

CLERK OF COURT CLARKE COUNTY COURTHOUSE OSCEOLA, IOWA IMPORTANT: YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK LEGAL ADVICE AT ONCE TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS. TO: MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 416 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 308 NW WHITE ST LEON, IA 50144 OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 420 S GUSTIN APT C-7 OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 1103 SW 28TH ST ANKENY, IA 50023 OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, PO BOX 55 LAMONI, IA 50140 - OWNER PERSON IN POSSESSION, 416 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - PERSON IN POSSESSION HAUGE ASSOCIATES, INC., 2320 W 49TH ST PO BOX 88610 SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR HAUGE ASSOCIATES, INC. c/o RANDY WAAGMEESTER, REGISTERED AGENT, 204 1ST AVE PO BOX 630 ROCK RAPIDS, IA 51246 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR SOUTHERN HILLS APTS. c/o JOHN RUPP, 420 S GUSTIN B-1 OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR

TO: MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 416 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 308 NW WHITE ST LEON, IA 50144 OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 420 S GUSTIN APT C-7 OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, 1103 SW 28TH ST ANKENY, IA 50023 OWNER MICHAEL JAMES SPENCER, PO BOX 55 LAMONI, IA 50140 - OWNER PERSON IN POSSESSION, 416 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - PERSON IN POSSESSION HAUGE ASSOCIATES, INC., 2320 W 49TH ST PO BOX 88610 SIOUX FALLS, SD 57105 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR HAUGE ASSOCIATES, INC. c/o RANDY WAAGMEESTER, REGISTERED AGENT, 204 1ST AVE PO BOX 630 ROCK RAPIDS, IA 51246 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR SOUTHERN HILLS APTS. c/o JOHN RUPP, 420 S GUSTIN B-1 OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR SOUTHERN HILLS APARTMENTS, LC c/o JANICE BEAL, REGISTERED AGENT, 2453 106TH ST URBANDALE, IA 50322 - JUDGMENT CREDITOR CITY OF OSCEOLA c/o CITY CLERK, 115 N FILLMORE ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - CITY LIMITS CHASTITY SMITH, 215 4TH ST MURRAY, IA 50174 - CHILD SUPPORT RECIPIENT CHASTITY SMITH, 200 S JEFFERSON ST GARDEN GROVE, IA 50103 CHILD SUPPORT RECIPIENT CLARKE COUNTY LOCAL CSRU, 1807 W 2ND AVE INDIANOLA, IA 50125 - CHILD SUPPORT LIEN ANY OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS WITH INTEREST NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION In accordance with Iowa Code Section 447.9 you are hereby notified that: 1. The property described in paragraph 2 of this Notice was sold at tax sale on the 16TH day of June, 2014. The purchaser at tax sale was CONTINENTAL RESOURCES/BMO HARRIS. 2. The legal description of the property sold is: The West 54 feet of Lot 3, Block 3 in East Osceola, an Addition to the Original Town of Osceola, Clarke County, Iowa a/k/a PARCEL # 00182 3. That your right of redemption as set forth in the Iowa Code will expire unless redemption of the property is made within 90 days from the date of completed service of this Notice.

4. If the right of redemption is allowed to expire, a tax deed will be issued by the Treasurer of CLARKE County.

By Samantha Ott, agent for CONTINENTAL RESOURCES/BMO HARRIS CLARKE 140094

TO: TIM A. ROTGERS, 402 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - OWNER TIM A. ROTGERS, 10205 130TH ST ACKLEY, IA 50601 - OWNER MICHELE S. ROTGERS, 402 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - OWNER MICHELE S. ROTGERS, 10205 130TH ST ACKLEY, IA 50601 - OWNER PERSON IN POSSESSION, 402 E CLAY ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - PERSON IN POSSESSION CLARKE COUNTY STATE BANK, 139 S MAIN ST PO BOX 487 OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - MORTGAGE HOLDER/PETITION FOR FORECLOSURE CITY OF OSCEOLA c/o CITY CLERK, 115 N FILLMORE ST OSCEOLA, IA 50213 - CITY LIMITS ANY OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS WITH INTEREST NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION In accordance with Iowa Code Section 447.9 you are hereby notified that: 1. The property described in paragraph 2 of this Notice was sold at tax sale on the 16TH day of June, 2014. The purchaser at tax sale was BOARDWALK INVESTORS/BMO HARRIS. 2. The legal description of the property sold is: Lot 6 in Block 3, except the South 90 feet thereof, in East Osceola, an Addition to the Original Town of Osceola, Clarke County, Iowa a/k/a PARCEL # 00185 3. That your right of redemption as set forth in the Iowa Code will expire unless redemption of the property is made within 90 days from the date of completed service of this Notice.

4. If the right of redemption is allowed to expire, a tax deed will be issued by the Treasurer of CLARKE County.

By Samantha Ott, agent for BOARDWALK INVESTORS/BMO HARRIS CLARKE 140092

CHURCH DIRECTORY

OSCEOLA SENTINEL-TRIBUNE

OSCEOLA

Lacelle United Methodist Church

Christmas is a holiday that causes conflicts between non-Christians and Christians worldwide. Both are known to celebrate Christmas with different views of what the holiday is about. Many non-Christians object to the music and other activities that focus on Christ’s birth and other religious traditions.

On the other side, Christians feel secular celebrations ignore the birth of Jesus and make the holiday more about commercialism.

There have been conflicts about the nativity being set up in courthouses, holiday designs appearing on light posts, Christmas carols being sung in schools, and the list goes on. Of course, Christians see these as a normal part of their religion and object to stopping them.

Something both groups agree on is lighting. Christians view lighting as a reminder of the words of the Old Testament prophets that proclaimed a “great light” would come into the world. Others like the lights because they make people feel happy.

The lights remind the Christian of the words written in Isaiah: “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has the light shone.” (Isaiah 9:2) For the Christian, a light announced that Jesus was born. It was a glorious time when the light came into the world and overcame the darkness. This darkness has been present since Genesis 3, when man and woman made the choice to break away from God.

CALVARY BIBLE CHURCH, 2225 N. Main. 641-342-4778. Pastor Benjamin Stalcup, Sunday 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School. 11 a.m. - Morning Worship. 6 p.m.

- Sunday Evening Services. 7 p.m. - Wednesday, Bible Study & Prayer. Web site: www.calvaryosceola.org CHRIST’S WAY CHURCH, Shane Simpson, pastor, 201 Leann Drive, 641-342-6181 or Sunday 9 a.m. - Sunday School, 10 a.m.

- Worship Service. Wednesday - 6:30 p.m. - Youth Groups & Adult Bible Study. Sunday - 6:30 p.m. - Worship. Bible Studies are offered throughout the week. Call for schedule.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, Minister Herb Carnagey, 3310 West McLane, 641-342-2720. Sunday 7:30 a.m.-”Search” on Channel 23 KCWI. 9:30 a.m.-Bible Classes.

10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. - Worship.

Wednesday - 7 p.m. - Worship and Bible Study. www.osceolacoc.org CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST LATTER-DAY SAINTS, East on Highway 34, 641-342-6333.

Sunday - 10 a.m. -Sacrament meeting. 11:20 a.m. - Sunday School and Primary. 12:10 p.m.

- Relief Society-Priesthood.

Wednesdays - 2:00-8:00 p.m. Family History Center.

COMMUNITY OF CHRIST CHURCH, 414 East McLane, Dan Sherman, pastor, 515-962-2060. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School. 10:00 a.m.

FAITH FELLOWSHIP, Evangelical Free Church, 230 S. Fillmore, Pastor Sheldon Lorenson, 342-6603. Youth Pastor Darrin Baumfalk. Sunday - 9:00 a.m. - Sunday School. 10:00 a.m.

- Morning Worship. Wednesday - 7 p.m. - Mid-week Bible study and prayer service. Wednesday 6:30-8 p.m. AWANA, Weekly small groups - call for info.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Southern Baptist, 900 South Fillmore. 641-342-4389, Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Sunday worship 10:30 a.m., Sunday evening Bible study 6:30 p.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ), 300 South Main St., The Rev. Dr. Al Adams, minister, Sunday - 9 a.m. Sunday school for all, 10 a.m.

- Worship, Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.

Soul Cafe worshipful supper.

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 101 E. View Place, Rev. J.R. Wheeler, pastor, 641-3423121. Sunday - 9:00 a.m. God’s Service. 10:15 a.m. - Sunday School. Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Elders & Deacons meeting.

LA IGLESIA DE DIOS DE LA PROFECIA, Palabras deVida Eterna. Rev. Carlos Tamayo.

2302 N. Main St. Osceola. Dia de Cultos: Domingo - 11 a.m., Escuela Dominical. 10 a.m., Servicio. Miércoles - 6:00 p.m., Oracion. Misioneros. Viernes 6:00 p.m., Hogares. 641-414-5519 OSCEOLA FULL GOSPEL CHURCH, 700 Colorado, Osceola,

God could have been very upset and ignored the people forever. However, He is a loving Father who cares for His children.

God’s choice was to come into a broken world and bring light again when Jesus was born. The brokenness of the world can be described as driving a car at night without headlights.

Most likely, the car would drive off the road or have an accident.

At the time of the birth of Jesus, the world was in darkness under the control of the Roman Empire.

Darkness not only exists in the physical but the spiritual as well. I will not attempt to outline all the physical darkness surrounding us today, but I will share one example: There was a woman from Texas who was desperate – but unable – to have a child. She pretended to be pregnant, but there was no child to be born. Instead, she befriended a pregnant woman from Wichita, who gave birth to a baby boy.

The childless woman shot the mother and kidnapped her 6-day-old son. She took the baby back to her home in Texas and pretended he was her own. These are the horror stories that we read every day and see on the news.

In spiritual darkness, the person has lost hope, often has addiction to alcohol or drugs, is deeply discontented, full of shame and struggles to stay alive every day. In this spiritual darkness, a person may be deeply depressed and consider suicide. The darkness in our physical and spiritual worlds can be terrifying.

In this brokenness, we seek to escape somewhere that offers security and safety. Nowhere on Earth offers such a place. The only way to feel peace and contentment is through the love and hope found in Je-

By Tom C. Murr, Pastor

IA. Pastor James R. Sheesley.

Sunday - Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. - Morning Worship, 10:45 a.m. - Evening Worship, 6 p.m.

Wednesday - Bible Study, 7 p.m.

Website: www.osceolafullgospelchurch.com SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST, corner of Hwy. 69 and 152, SDA50213@yahoo.com.

Saturday - 9:30 a.m. - Sabbath School. 11:00 a.m. - Church Service.

ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 222 East Pearl. 641-3422850. Fr. David Polich. English mass on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Spanish mass on Sundays at noon. Misas espanol los domingos 12 p.m.

MURRAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 707 Maple St., Pastor Brandon Campbell. Sunday Worship 8 a.m., children’s church during worship; Fellowship and Adult Lessons

NEW VIRGINIA GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH- 304 Knotts St., New Virginia, Sunday worship - 10 a.m. Wednesday evening — Youth, 7 p.m., Prayer, 7:30 p.m NEW VIRGINIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Box 301, Jess Rockhold Gaul, pastor. 641449-3779, 641-449-3544. Sunday - 10:30 a.m. - Worship. Sunday School 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

NEW VIRGINIA CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ), 604 Main Street, 641-449-3421, Sunday - 10 a.m. - Sunday School. 11 a.m. - Church.

OTTAWA BETHEL CHAPEL CHRISTIAN UNION CHURCH- 8 miles north of Ottawa, Dan Newell, pastor. Sunday - 9:30 a.m. Sunday school, 10:30 a.m. morning worship.

sus Christ.

We can see and feel the love and grace God freely gives to us. God opens the door to those who want to see and live in the light. The deep darkness can only be overcome when we admit that we are failing. The old word for this is very small: “sin.”

It is with joy that the Christian person sees the lights up on the square, in store windows, trees and homes covered in lights.

The flashing lights remind Christians that a “great light” has come to us through a baby being born in Bethlehem more than 2,100 years ago. God gave us the gift of light to see through the darkness that seeks to push God away and cloud up the Spirit in us with false hope and wrong answers.

As you drive at night and see the bright lights around town on homes and farm buildings, remember the Christian gifts of grace and

love were given to us by God. This is the reason for the season: God came to Earth to save each and every one of us.

May we let the light become part of our lives. May that light shine through us each day to our families, friends and neighbors.

As light shines in our lives, we reject the darkness of sin.

This is not a “once upon a time” story. God’s love was given to us with the birth of Jesus.

Again Jesus spoke to them saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12) May we rejoice and center our lives on His eternal light. May we rejoice in light of this Christmas season. May the light shine through to our minds, hearts and souls.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 130 W. Grant St. Osceola, 641342-2830. Julie M. Poore, pastor. Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. www (Wonderful Wednesday Worship). Sunday: 9 a.m.

Worship; nursery available.

La Iglesia Metodista Unida Les Invita, Miercoles: Estudios Biblicos 5 p.m., Sabados oracion en las casas, 5 p.m., Domingo: servicio de adoracion 2 p.m., 130 W. Grant St., Pastora: Rosa Maria Rodriguez, 515-344-7221.

LACELLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Tom C. Murr, pastor.

Sunday - 9 a.m. - worship service.

MEDORA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Jess Rockhold Gaul, pastor, 641-449-3779, 641449-3544. Sunday - 9:00 a.m.

- Worship, 9:15 a.m. - Church School.

Sunday Worship Service: 9:15 a.m.

HOPEVILLE

ST. ANDREWS EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 1112 N. 7th St., Chariton, IA. Rev. Fred Steinbach.

641-774-4911.

Evening prayer service Wednesday 5:30 p.m., Bible Study Tuesday 10:30 a.m.,

HOPEVILLE COMMUNITY CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor, 641-338-2248. Sunday -10 a.m. - Morning Worship.

CHARITON

TRURO PERU-TRURO UNITED METHODIST PARISH, Truro, 641-765-4782. Brandon Campell, Pastor. Sunday - Truro 10:45 a.m.

Worship; Peru 9:30 a.m. Worship.

TRURO CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Truro, 641-765-4524. 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School -10:30 a.m.

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VAN WERT VAN WERT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Rick Hawkins, pastor. Sunday - 10:30 a.m. - Morning Worship Service.

9:30 a.m. - Children’s Sunday School.

VAN WERT ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, Pastor Butch Black, Sunday - 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School. 10:30 a.m. - Worship.

Wednesday - 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study.

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MURRAY CHURCH OF CHRIST, 430 Third St., Murray, IA 50174, 641 447-2569. Minster - Brian McCracken. 9:30 a.m. worship, 10:30 a.m. Sunday school, 10:35 a.m. late worship, Wednesday night W.O.W. for children through teenagers at the church is postponed for December, small adult groups meeting at church, contact church for times, second Wednesday of every month, W.O.W. for all ages postponed throughout December

Nancy McKay Harsh DAR chapter celebrates 93rd anniversary CRESTON – The Nancy McKay Harsh Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, met 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at The Windrow Restaurant in Creston to celebrate the chapter’s 93rd anniversary.

Marjorie Kinkade gave the program on the history of the chapter. Highlights

included the group tracing the Mormon Trail, establishing the Mormon Trail marker at Mount Pisgah, putting up a flagpole and donating the flag at the school house at McKinley Park in Creston, awarding the Good Citizen Award to Peggy Whitson, who went on to become an astronaut,

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and planting trees at Rainbow Park in Creston to replace elm trees killed by Dutch elm disease, to name a few.

Members fondly remembered 1977, when there was a 47 percent increase in membership, and 1969, when there were 234 entries for the American History

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Treasurer Bonnie Riepe reported the group currently has 49 members. The chapter voted to send a contribution to help support the Indian Youth of America camp in Sioux City.

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meeting, everyone enjoyed a Dutch treat lunch.

The next meeting will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at the home of Judith Wachter in rural Afton. Bonnie Riepe will be co-hostess. Watcher will give a program on china painting. Roll call will be: “What is your hobby?”

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WELDON CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Weldon, Dennis Huffman, Ed West, co-pastors. Sunday - 9 a.m. - Sunday School. 10 a.m. Church Service. CWF meets first and third Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

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3rd Thursday each month - 7 p.m. -Ladies Missionary Group.

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LIFEPOINT ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 801 N. Fillmore, 641.342.2334, Chuck DeVos, Lead Pastor, Chad Queener, Youth Pastor. Sunday - 9 am & 10:30 am, Worship, 9 am, Bible Classes. Wednesday - 7 pm - Kid’s Activities, Focal Point Youth & Prayer Meeting. Web site: www.lifepointministries.net

GRACE BIBLE CHURCH OF SOUTHERN IOWA, Pastor Chuck Myer, meets at 410 N. Dewey Osceola. 641-342-7110. 9 a.m.

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LIGHT OF GRACE, 400 E. Cass St., 641-745-7257, Victor Lochman, pastor, worship Sunday, 10 a.m.

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Steve Seid, superintendent of Clarke Community Schools, recently had the opportunity to present at the second Annual Conference of Global K-12 Education Research Association held in Shijiazhuang, China.

The education conference, focusing on Global Literacy was held at the Shijiazhuang Foreign Language School, a private school of about 12,000 students, ranging from kindergarten through 12th grade.

Approximately 500 attendees from 15 countries including Australia, Great Britain, Russia, Denmark, Italy and Japan spent five days at the school, sharing ideas about how to battle the growing need for stronger literacy plans.

Three days were spent giving and watching presentations from diverse educators, including Seid, while the final two days allowed attendees time to experience the school. They were assigned students to shadow in various classes such as music, English and art and were able to sit in small group discussions where students and educators could ask questions and share ideas. One such question from a fourthgrade student was whether Seid thought learning through theory or handson was more effective.

Literacy is already a strong focus for Clarke Community Schools, and some new programs implemented throughout the district were very well received by representatives from other countries with strong education reputations, such as Finland.

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Boyer wins FFA and IFAA scholarships

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Kaitlyn Boyer of Boyer Family Farms in Weldon was awarded the $2,000 Cattleman’s Beef Quarters scholarship by the Iowa Foundation for Agricultural Advancem e n t (IFAA) and the $1,000 Cooperative C r e d i t Boyer Company scholarship by the National FFA Organization.

Her parents, Jason and Amy Boyer, started their family farm in 1995 and expanded their business in 2001 by opening Harvest Barn Marketplace. Their daughter and twin sons, Kacey and Konrad, help keep operations running smoothly. Boyer shared her thoughts recently on the importance of family farms and on how she’ll put those scholarships dollars to work.

“I am currently studying animal science at Iowa State University,” Boyer said. “Once I complete my

education, I hope to work in a career that focuses on marketing and promoting the beef industry, whether that be coming back to the family farm to expand our operation or working for the North American Limousin Foundation.”

By staying active in showing and in the family business, Boyer demonstrated her dedication and ability to further progress in the industry.

“IFAA established the Winner’s Circle Scholarship Program in 1990 to provide incentives for college-bound youth seeking post-secondary education in an area of agriculture,” said Harold Hodson, chairman of the IFAA Scholarship Committee, in a press release.

For Boyer, success all comes back to facing the challenges – and achievements – the family business brought to daily life. From dealing with droughts to losing livestock, setbacks are inevitable.

“You must have the power to get back up and keep moving forward,” Boyer said. “Without living on our farm I would never have the determination to succeed, courage and core values that I have today.”

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Pictured is Superintendent Seid at the Great Wall of China.

gram, which provides students additional instruction in subjects they may be struggling with rather than sitting in a study hall, was the topic of many conversations.

Superintendents and principals from more than one country approached Seid to learn more about the program.

For Seid, the presentations from other countries were confirmation that Clarke is on the right track when it comes to literacy.

“Things we have already implemented at Clarke are innovative, and schools from around the world are asking how we have done Win-Win and how we integrate literacy into all curricular areas,” said Seid.

“Clarke students don’t see literacy as a separate subject. For example, our math

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teachers begin each lesson with reading strategies, because it’s important for the students to realize that literacy is imperative to understanding and excelling in all areas of curriculum.”

While literacy was the main topic of the education conference, there was an exchange of ideas among the teachers, counselors, and other educators regarding the global epidemic of mental health issues in schools and communities, as well as the way students are assessed and how that information is presented “I found that a lot of countries don’t assess all of their students the way we do here in the United States and that there are other discrepancies that skew the data,” said Seid. “Some of the countries that we view as leaders in education don’t assess 100 percent of their students, perhaps only the top 90 percent are included. You hear about the long school days in China, but what you don’t hear is that all students and teachers take a nap in the middle of the day. The school we visited had an excellent curriculum that included art, dance, music and robotics, as well as core subjects, but it’s important to remember this is a private school without the budget restrictions of public schools.”

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