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Volunteers help with “Stamp out Hunger!” food drive
Pictured at the Independence Area Food Pantry are local Scouts and other volunteers, along with food pantry director Kate Hemingway. On Saturday, they helped with “Stamp Out Hunger,” the annual National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) food donation drive, which is celebrating its 27th anniversary this year. It is the nation’s largest singleday food drive, having collected more than one billion pounds of food since its inception in 1993. Buchanan County postal workers joined the nation’s 180,000 letter carriers to collect donations while on
By Steven C. Smith
The Independence City Council met in regular session Monday night with Dan Kimball, an engineer with AECOM, giving an update on the 1st St. East construction project. He reported that construction is continuing to progress throughout the 1st Street corridor. The contractor is currently installing new water main from the Wapsipinicon River to 3rd Avenue as part of the Phase 1 construction. They have also completed some of the water main work at the 5th Avenue intersection and have begun working between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue. Story continues on page 14.
Council holds several hearings
their regular rounds. According to Hemingway, “In all, 3,714 pounds of food came in from the local food drive. We are very pleased with the response from our community!” Also pictured are postal employees and scouts unloading food donations. (Courtesy Photos)
The Winthrop City Council met in regular session May 8 with Mayor Gerald Dennie presiding and councilors Melissa Hesner, Mark Kress, Ann Myers, and Lee White present; Collin Whitney was absent. Sean Baragary presented information on unique circumstances for requesting a Special Building Permit Variance for construction of an accessory building. Items were identified as property bordered on three sides by commercial property and adjacent lot identified in the past as having contaminated soils. Council approved Baragary applying for the variance to increase building sidewalls to 15 feet vs. code of 10 feet; accessory building roof to remain relative in height of existing dwelling. Story continues on page 14.
Supervisors listen to concerns about road conditions At their May 6 meeting, Buchanan County Supervisors Don Shonka, Gary Gissel, and Clayton Ohrt met with County Engineer Brian Keierleber, Roads Superintendent Rick Wendling, and 30 residents to discuss the bad condition of county gravel roads. A petition was submitted, asking the county to improve maintenance along with other concerns. An extended discussion was held and Keierleber and the supervisors addressed concerns, such as the ability for emergency vehicles to travel on roads. No official action was taken by the board. The board passed a resolution to authorize payroll for Maureen Even as full-time real estate specialist, a new shared position between the Buchanan County Auditor and the Buchanan County Assessor.
The board met with Community Services Director Julie Davison, BCHC Administrator Steve Slessor, and Abbe Mental Health Center Executive Director Kathy Johnson to discuss mental health services. After discussion, the
board approved Abbe services (replacing Allen Hospital) at Buchanan Co. Health Center and submitting the recommendation to the region for approval. Davison also presented information on financing a position for mobile crisis. The board approved $30,000 of fund balance for the position. Keierleber presented information on updating the mailbox reimbursement policy. No action was taken until a new policy can be drafted. Keierleber also presented agreements for Hwy. D-16 paved shoulders. After discussion, an agreement between the county and the Iowa Department of Transportation for the pavement of shoulders on Otterville Blvd. from county road W-13 to Iowa 150 was approved. Story continues on page 14.
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EB 4th graders create poppy posters Quasqueton American Legion Auxiliary Unit 434 announced winners of the East Buchanan’s annual 4th grade poppy posters contest. The Auxiliary awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons as well as monetary prizes to winners. Winners in Kelli Connolly’s classroom are: Evan Hoyle (1st), Colton Webster (2nd), and Jackson Rosburg (3rd). Winners in Jill Wilgenbusch’s classroom are: Sydney Chesmore (1st), Eric Tempus (2nd) and Choloe Wessner (3rd) Pictured, from left: Unit Poppy Chairwoman Sandy Kir-
by with Colton Webster, Jackson Rosburg, Evan Hoyle, Choloe Wessner, Eric Tempus, Sydney Chesmore and, behind Sydney, Unit Vice-President Corinne Love.
Collison recognized for academic excellence East Buchanan High School senior Sarah Collison was recognized by Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg for outstanding academic achievement at the 17th Annual Governor’s Scholar Recognition Ceremony April 28 at Hy-Vee Hall in Des Moines. The statewide program, sponsored by the Iowa Governor’s Office, Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF), honored 424 high school seniors from across Iowa.
Each high school was invited to select a senior with the highest academic ranking, based on grade point
average for their first seven semesters. Students selected for the award also had the opportunity to recognize their favorite/most influential teacher and will receive a photo plaque of their meeting with Reynolds and Gregg. Nearly all the students recognized also participate in extracurricular school activities, with more than 80% participating in at least one interscholastic sport. More than 60% of the group plan to continue their education in Iowa.
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In addition, all East Buchanan 4th graders who created a poppy poster received an American flag (Courtesy Photo)
Aurora revives 4th of July celebration! The Aurora Community Club has announced that after a one-year hiatus, the annual Aurora 4th of July celebration has been revived! With a theme of “A New Generation of Old Traditions,” the schedule will include a tractor pull at 11 AM and parade at 1 PM. More details to come! The Community Club Board of Directors includes Chairperson Deb Hundley, Secretary Buck Necker, Andrea Hughson, Marie Riniker, Melvin Wright, Dave Schweitzer, and John Thimmesch. Volunteers are always needed; contact a board member for information.
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List your non-profit organization’s events! Call 319-935-3027, Email: news@thenews-guide.com Mail: PO Box 9, Winthrop IA 50682. Drop off at: 225 W. Madison, Winthrop First Monday of month – Buchanan Co. Homeless Council meeting, noon, St. James Episcopal, Independence. First Thursday of month – Grief support group, 10 AM, Cedar Valley Hospice, 801 1st St. E, Independence. No cost, open to public. Info: Kassidi Poots, 319-3346960 or toll free, 888-273-8957. First Thursday of the month – Lamont Library Book Club meeting, 6 PM. First Saturday of the month – Urbana American Legion Auxiliary Breakfast. Serving 7:30-11 AM. Biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles, sausage patties, eggs, more. Free will donation. Second and Fourth Tuesday – Independence Eagles club meeting, 7 PM, First Baptist Church. On the 4th Saturday of the month members assist with Northeast Iowa Food Bank. All are welcome. Info: Donald Mumm, 319-334-3888. Second Thursday of month – VFW Bechter/Boies Post 2440 meeting, 6 PM social, dinner, 7 PM meeting, VFW Club Post, 128 3rd Ave. NE, Independence. Third Monday of each month (except July & December) – Buchanan County Democrats meet at Pizza Ranch, 5:30 PM meal, 6 PM meeting, everyone welcome! Third Monday of the month – Winthrop C & C Meetings, 6:30 PM, Winthrop City Hall. Everyone invited. Third Tuesday of month – Sheehan Tidball Post 30 American Legion monthly meeting, 7 PM, Independence. Third Thursday of month – Foto Friends, 7 PM, Prairie Hills Senior Living, Independence. Dues-free, just for fun, open to those interested in photography, 319-334-3773. Last Thursday of month – Buchanan Co. Republicans meet, 7 PM, Pizza Ranch, 6 PM supper. Last Friday of the Month – Winthrop Library Board meeting, 6:30 PM. No December meeting. Wednesdays, 7-8 PM – Al Anon Meeting, St. James Episcopal Church, Independence, in kitchen area. Thursdays – Rhyme Time, 9:30 AM; Movin’ & Groovin,’ 9:50; Story Time, 10:10; Independence Library. Rhyme Time: babies to age two and caregivers; Movin’ & Groovin’: babies and toddlers, Story Time ages 2-5. 319-334-2470 Fridays, Noon-1 PM – Hot Dog Meal, St. James, 202 2nd Ave. NE, Independence. Free hot dog with all the trimmings, plus casseroles, salads and desserts. Saturdays through Oct. 12 – Independence Farmers’ Market, 8 AM-noon, Wapsipincon Mill near downtown Independence. Alternate location in case of flooding: River’s Edge parking lot, one block south. 319-334-7161. Aurora Historical Society Building, open to public by appointment, 319-634-3339, 319-634-3396, or 319-634-3834. May 16 – Summer Reading Sign-Up: Coffee Beans, 9:30 AM-1 PM, Independence Library. Enjoy free coffee bar when you stop in to sign up. To register on your own, visit https://independenceia.beanstack.org. Info: 319-3342470. May 16 – Quasqueton Area Historical Society monthly meeting, 7 PM, Old Bank Building. Agenda: membership, gifts and contributions, building update (office ceiling and lighting project completed), memorial board, opening of museums (May 25, 26, 27 10 AM-4 PM), and Student Day (May 29). Everyone welcome. May 17 – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) traveling office hours (with Ernst staff member) to provide assistance with casework for constituents, 2-3 PM, Delaware Co. Community Center, 200 E. Acers St., Manchester. May 18 – Morning Paddle for ages 10-adult, 9-10:30 AM, Wapsi Access, 2051 Wapsie Access Blvd, Independence. Preregistration required: 319-636-2617, www. buchanancountyparks.com
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May 20 – iTAB Meeting, 4 PM, Independence Library. Library Teen Advisory Board (iTAB) meets monthly to discuss books, movies, ideas, volunteer opportunities, plan upcoming events, have snacks, and talk about what’s going on. Info: Kara/Lulu 319-334-2470 or iplprograms@gmail.com. May 20 – Book Discussion, 6:30 PM, Independence Library. Multiple copies of A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles are available. No library card is necessary to attend, no registration required. Info: 319-334-2470. May 20 – Plant and Book Sale, 4-8 PM, Winthrop Library. Many books for sale and accepting plant donations! May 20 – Wildflower Walk for Adults, 5-6 PM, Putty Root Preserve, 2408-2 262nd St., Independence. Preregistration required: 319-636-2617, www.buchanancountyparks.com May 21 – Summer Reading Sign-Up: Vanilla Beans @ Dairy Queen, 5-7 PM, Dairy Queen, Independence. Meet Independence Public Library staff to sign up for Summer Reading Program with online reading software Beanstack and get special DQ cone coupons. Info: 319-334-2470. May 21 – Rowley Historical Society opens for the season, noon-2 PM Sundays until Labor Day weekend or by appointment. May 22 & 29 – Lamont Common Grounds Wednesday specials. May 22 Meat Loaf, May 29 Potato Bar. Established in 1998, the nonprofit coffee shop is operated solely by volunteers; 6 AM-2 PM Monday-Friday, 6-10 AM Saturdays. Serving rolls mornings, soup/sandwiches at lunch. Carry-outs available, 563-924-2367. May 22 – Richardson-Jakway Historic Site “Old Time Meal,” 5 PM, Jakway Forest, 2791 136th St., Aurora. Meal and program. Preregistration required: 319-6362617, www.buchanancountyparks.com May 25 – Summer Reading Sign-Up: Soybeans @ Farmer’s Market, 9 AM-noon, Independence Farmers Market, Wapsipinicon Mill. Meet Independence Public Library staff, sign up for Summer Reading Program, get soy crayons and a chance to win soybean flip-flops. Info: 319-334-2470. May 25-27 – Quasqueton Area Historical Society Open House, 1-3 PM, 105 N. Water St. Info: 319-9343354, quaskyhistoricalsociety.com May 27 – Quasqueton American Legion Parade & Dinner, starts at 11 AM. May 27 – Annual Memorial Day Ham Dinner Urbana Lions Club & American Legion, 11 AM-1 PM, Don Bosco Hall, St. Mary Catholic Church, 402 Ash Ave, Urbana. Ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, and desserts; free-will donation. May 27 – Quasqueton American Legion & Auxiliary Memorial Day Parade and Service, 11 AM Parade to cemetery for ceremony, followed by roast beef dinner at Legion Hall ($9/adults, $6/age 6-12, free for age 5 and under. May 27 – Winthrop American Legion and Auxiliary Post 560 Memorial Day service, 9:30 AM, East Buchanan High School gym. Featuring music by the East Buchanan band, American Legion Post 560 color guard and salute, and presentation by Missy Mayfield-Cook. May 27 – Memorial Day Services, Union Church & Cemetery, 9 AM church service, 10 AM cemetery service. 6081 30th St., rural Aurora, 9 AM. Services will also be conducted at 9:30 AM at Madison Cemetery, rural Lamont. Lunch at Aurora Legion Hall following services, everyone welcome. May 27 – Independence Public Library closed. May 28 – Dementia Support Group, 5:30-6 PM, Prairie Hills Assisted Living, 505 Enterprise Dr., Independence. May 31 – Aging, Active and Alive Walk, 10 AM, Buchanan Co. Health Center Wellness & Therapy, Independence, and 2 PM, Whitewater Park, Manchester. Free, sponsored by NEI3A. Register: https://tinyurl.com/AgingActiveAliveWalk or call Vicki Hyke at 319-874-6847 or Janet Buls at 319-231-1551.
June 1 – Dash of Hope 5K Run/Walk. Start/Finish at White Funeral Home in Independence, beginning at 8 AM and balloon release at 7:50 AM. Finish line victory horn blast. All profits to American Cancer Society. Info/register: www. White-MtHope.com, Brian/Jackie White, 319-334-7344. June 2 – Jesup Lions Club 22nd Annual Car & Bike Cruise, 2 PM registration/start, Jesup City Park. Auto Destruction, cruise around town. Bring your own car (BYOC) power wheels event for 2-8 year old kids and amazing stunt bike show. www.facebook.com/JesupCarAndBikeCruise/ June 3 – Sign up for Summer Reading: Cocoa Beans, 9:30 AM-1 PM, Independence Library. Enjoy a chocolate treat while library staff assist with online Summer Reading Program registration. To register on your own, visit https:// independenceia.beanstack.org. Recording minutes and activities also begins through July 26. Info: 319-334-2470. June 4 – Galaxy Series! Exploring Crafts, 11 AM-12:30 PM, Independence Library. Kids ages 9-13 may explore hands-on STEM and STEAM activities to spark curiosity and make crafts related to outer space. Info: 319-334-2470 June 5 – Star Lab , 6-8 PM, Falcon Center Gym, Independence. Independence Library will host the Star Lab with Grout Museum and Bluedorn Science Imaginarium pointing out constellations and more. Info: 319-3342470, iplprograms@gmail.com June 7, 14, 21 & 28 – Be the Change, 8 AM, Independence Library. Fitness class led by Tess Erger. Info: 319-334-2470, iplprograms@gmail.com June 8 – Heartland Acres Annual John Cannon Memorial Tractor Ride, 8:30 AM, 2100 Swan Lake Blvd., Independence. Entry fee per tractor $35. Register/info: Craig Johnson, 319-332-0123, craig@heartlandacresusa.com, www.heartlandacresusa.com June 8-9 – Hazleton Haze Daze, City Park and downtown Hazleton. Fireman’s Spaghetti Supper, 4:30-7:30 PM Saturday. Methodist Church Breakfast Legion Hall, 7:30 AM12:30 PM Sunday. Flea market, parade, games, food, band, Civil War enactment. June 13 & 27, July 11 & 25, August 8 & 22 – Winthrop Farmers Market, 4-7 PM, Winthrop City Park. June 14-15 – Winthrop Funnel Cake Days, Downtown and City Park. Friday movie night at the park begins dusk. Saturday: Historical center open house, face painting, parade, barrel train, petting zoo, games, music, fireworks, great food, more! Info: www.facebook.com/ WinthropCandClub, www.cityofwinthrop.com
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Rhubarb on the River Receives $2,500 grant The Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce they are the recipient of a $2,500 grant from Collins Aerospace in support of Rhubarb on the River. Rhubarb on the River is a day long, family friendly festival held on June 1 in downtown Manchester, centering around the White Water Park. The event began with the merging of two events, Rhubarb Fest and River Fest and has something for everyone including a 5K run/walk, 35mile bike ride, kids activities, live music, shopping and craft vendors, and of course food items with rhubarb such as pie, bars, ice cream and event brats. Each year, this event sees over 800 people of all ages. The event this year will begin at 8 AM and will have live music until 4 PM at the White Water Park and on South Franklin Street. Collins Aerospace has a facility in Manchester and provides funding focused on two main areas: Education with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) outreach to historically underrepresented populations in STEM fields; and community vitality with an emphasis on projects that engage our employees in building strong, vital, sustainable communities. Jessica Pape, Executive Director with the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce, said, “It’s because of businesses like these that show their support of the communities that they are in, that we have such a great place to live, work and play. We are thrilled to have them in our community and to know that they support having strong communities and engaged employees.”
Mary Alice Scribner Independence – Mary Alice Scribner, 98, of Des Moines and formerly of Independence, died May 8, 2019 at home. Graveside services 11 AM, May 11, at Hazleton Cemetery in Hazleton. Visitation half-hour prior to the service. Mary was born March 2, 1921, at Lost Nation, to John and Ada Pearl Snyder. She and Vernon Scribner were married in 1943 in Nashua. She is survived by three daughters: Susan (Robert) Smith of Mt. Pleasant, Sheila of Des Moines, Sheri (Norman) Klein of Altoona; one son, Kenneth (Mary) of Ocala FL; three grandchildren, three great grandchildren, three greatgreat grandchildren; sister Beverly (Alroy) Hagen, and two brothers: Steven (Carol) and Michael (Sue) Haines.
Neva M. Holland Independence – Neva M. Holland, 100 years old, Independence, died May 10, 2019, at Buchanan County Health Center in Independence. She was born Sept. 23, 1918, in Sioux City, the daughter of Miles LeRoy and Katherine Josephine (Pefaur) Littlejohn. On Dec. 18, 1943, she married Ronald Verne Holland in Independence. He preceded her in death in 1987. Mrs. Holland is survived by a daughter, Sharon (Robert) Harrison of Madison WI, one grandson and two great granddaughters. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, son Jon Holland, and brothers Charles and Kenneth Littlejohn. Private committal services were held at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Independence.
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RMC introduces in-house MRI Submitted by RMC
Residents of Manchester and nearby areas have an innovative new diagnostic option when it comes to their healthcare. For the first time, Regional Medical Center (RMC) offers in-house Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) testing to the local community. Previously, RMC relied upon a mobile service to provide examinations on certain days of the week. Now, radiology experts can conduct exams regularly, inside the hospital in the Sheppard MRI Suite, bringing the same attention to detail and expertise to these tests as they do other in-house screenings. “This is a game-changer for Regional Medical Center,” said Lynn MacTaggart, Radiology Manager at RMC. “We’ve heard from so many patients that, while the mobile service was fine and kept them from having to drive for hours to a larger hospital, it wasn’t always convenient, and it certainly didn’t carry the same high-quality experience our residents rightfully expect from their care. By giving us increased availability and more appointment openings than ever before, the installation of our new MRI enables our team to serve the community and give patients the timely, compassionate care they deserve.” The MRI, a MAGNETOM Aera
from Siemens Healthineers, is a 1.5T system offering a full range of applications designed for an exceptional patient experience. These include a fast setup process, a wide bore to reduce potential claustrophobia and other features that have the potential to decrease exam time and reduce anxiety. Plus, the high-quality images it provides can allow providers to make a more confident diagnosis. “I’m thrilled we’re able to bring this service to the people of the communities we serve and everyone who entrusts their care to us,” said Charlie Button, Chief Executive Officer of RMC. “We strive to provide excel-
lence in healthcare close to home, and this truly speaks to that goal. This is an investment in our community’s future, one that allows us to keep patients and their families healthy for generations to come.” In addition to in-house MRI, Regional Medical Center continues to offer extensive radiology services in X-ray, ultrasound, bone density testing, CT, 3D mammography, and more. For information, call the Radiology Department at 563-927-7338. Pictured: The Sheppard MRI Suite.
Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office report for May 5-11 May 5 - at approximately 8:00 PM, Buchanan County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Jarrod Lindsey Clark, 27, of Cedar Falls, following a report of a vehicle in the median on Hwy 20 near the 264 mile marker. Clark was charged with first offense Operating While Intoxicated/ Drugged (serious misdemeanor) and cited for Failure to Maintain Control. May 7 - at approximately 4:15 PM, deputies arrested Andrew Jeffrey Lodwig, 21, of Marion, on an active arrest warrant out of Buchanan County for Bond Revocation and was held at the Buchanan County Jail. May 7 - at approximately 10:45 PM, deputies arrested Christina Marie Mehmen, 34, of Waterloo, on an active arrest warrant out of Buchanan County for Probation Violation and was held at the Buchanan County Jail. May 8 - at approximately 12:55 AM, deputies arrested Jered William Dailey, 42, of Oelwein, in the 1700 block Jamestown Avenue (Hwy 150) following a report of a vehicle in the ditch. Daily was charged with first offense Operating While Intoxicated/Drugged (serious misdemeanor) and cited for Failure to Maintain Control. May 8 - at approximately 4:55 PM, deputies arrested Kole William Alber, 21, of Oelwein, on an active arrest warrant out of Delaware County for first degree Theft (class C felony). This arrest was made in the 900 block Washington Street in Lamont. Alber was transferred to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office. May 9 - at approximately 1:15 AM, deputies arrested Paul Joseph Eaton, 57, of Ottumwa, on an active arrest warrant out of Buchanan County for Failure to appear and was held at the Buchanan County Jail. May 9 - at approximately 2:10 AM, deputies arrested Matthew David Wells, 30, of Rock Island, on an active arrest warrant out of Buchanan County for an original charge of second degree Theft (class D felony) and was held at the Buchanan County Jail. May 10 - at approximately 2:30 PM, deputies responded to a report of a motor vehicle accident in the 3100 block Black Hawk-Buchanan Avenue west of Brandon. According to the investigation, a 2013 Freightliner Cascadia tractor-trailer operated by John Youngman of Anamosa was traveling southbound on Black Hawk-Buchanan Avenue when Youngman failed to negotiate a curve in the road. The semi left the road, entered the ditch and rolled over. Youngman sus-
tained minor injuries and was cited for Failure to Maintain Control. The tractor-trailer was considered a total loss, with damages in excess of $80,000. The Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, LaPorte City Fire Department, LaPorte City Ambulance, Jesup Fire Department and Brandon Fire Department. May 11 - at approximately 11:30 PM, deputies arrested Sarah Jo Bentley, 23, of Lamont, on active arrest warrants out of Delaware County for original charges of Tampering with Witness (aggravated misdemeanor) and third degree Harassment (simple misdemeanor). This arrest was made in the 900 block Washington Street in Lamont. Bentley was transferred to the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office.
Buchanan Co. Senior Center Menu
Meal sites: Buchanan Co. Senior Center (Monday-Friday), 400 5th Ave. NE, Independence. Lamont (Thursdays), Lamont Community Building, 644 Bush Street, 563-924-2237 for reservations. Home delivered meals are also available to county residents; call 1-866-468-7887. Call 319-334-7011 by 1 PM the business day before planning to attend. No additions or cancellations will be accepted the day meal is served. Bread/margarine and milk served with most meals May 17: Salisbury Beef, Mashed Red Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Strawberry Applesauce May 20: Chicken Noodle Casserole, Mixed Vegetables, Diced Beets, Peaches, Chocolate Milk May 21: Beef Chili with Beans, Baked Potato, Mixed Green Salad, Cornbread, Pears May 22: Garlic Rosemary Chicken, Mashed Red Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Corn O’Brien, Raspberry Cheesecake Pudding May 23: Pork Loin, Brown Gravy, Macaroni & Cheese, Green Beans, Tropical Fruit
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Class Flower: Stargazer Lily
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Commencement 2 PM Sunday, May 19 East Buchanan High School
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Morgan Marie Aitchison Morgan is the daughter of Christie Gallery and David Aitchison. Her siblings are Joseph, Adeline, Drew, Alayna, Kaylee and Blake. Morgan was born August 9, 2001. She lives in Winthrop. Morgan enjoys reading, swimming, traveling and camping. Her motto is the darkest nights produce the brightest stars. Some of her favorites include Lilo and Stitch, cantaloupe, pickles, and steak. She enjoys the band Queen, Justin Timberlake, and Panic! At the Disco and Mrs. Kelchen’s accounting class. Her favorite high school memory is when Austin Cook accidentally threw an apple into someone’s pool at a track meet. Morgan’s advice to underclassmen is “Just don’t drop out.” After high school she plans to go to college to study accounting.
Noel Christine Beyer
Noel Beyer is the daughter of Ranee Beyer. Her siblings are Danielle Bland, Casey Birkicht, Brandon Beyer, Cody Beyer, Allison Beyer, Lakyn Beyer and Kayden Beyer. She was born Dec. 26, 2000, and lives in Winthrop. Noel enjoys volunteering at the hospital, spending time with friends, family and her boyfriend, and eating a lot of food. Her favorites include any movie that’s scary or produced by Tim Burton, Panchero’s burritos, “Peach Scones” by Hobo Johnson and PE with Schoonover. Her advice to underclassman is, “Don’t let high school change your beliefs, the way you dress, the classes you like, etc. If people aren’t trying to help you grow, they are toxic.” Noel plans to attend Kirkwood for her RN, then get a job at a hospital as a nurse. She then plans to return to school at Mount Mercy to get her BSN and become a forensic nurse.
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Mayce Boggess is the daughter of Becky Cale and Marc Boggess. She has two siblings, Carter and Mallorie. Mayce was born August 16, 2001. She lives in Winthrop. Mayce enjoys volleyball and hanging with her friends and her boyfriend. Her motto is, “It’s just a bad day, not a bad life.” Her favorite movie is Just Go with It and her favorite food is lasagna. Mayce’s best memories from high school are all of the homecoming activities. Mayce has received MVP for volleyball, participated in National Honor Society, and has been on both the A and B honor rolls. Her advice to underclassman is, “Don’t be a snitch.” Mayce’s plans after graduation are to attend Kirkwood Community College for occupational therapy.
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Juan Castillo is the son of Juan Castillo and Elizabeth Gomez. He has four siblings: Karina and Jose Castillo, and Erik and Alexander Gomez. Juan was born Oct. 30, 2000. He lives outside of Quasqueton and enjoys lifting and playing football. Juan’s pet peeve is when people eat with their mouths open. His favorites include Gladiator, lasagna, singer is Tim Bergling and his favorite teachers are Mr. Unwin and Mr. White. His best memory of high school was scoring a touchdown at BCLUW. Juan has been on the B honor roll and was a Honorable Mention Lineman Award winner. His advice to underclassmen is to get out of your comfort zone. Juan is going to miss the long conversations at the football team dinners. Juan’s plans after graduating include getting an apprenticeship to become an electrician.
Buchanan County Health Center Independence Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Independence Sarah Elizabeth Collison Sarah Collison is the daughter of Ron and Pam Collison. Her older siblings are Ben and Anna. Sarah was born April 25, 2001, and she lives outside of Rowley. Sarah enjoys volleyball, theatre and musicals, choir and reading. Sarah’s motto is “Start with a smile to end with a smile.” Her favorites are La La Land, any form of potato, “Where the Light Is” by Dan Bremnes, marketing class and Ms. Schueller and Ms. Schoonover. Sarah’s best memory was during the last night of The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood when Spencer Cook changed his line (referring to her) to “Take this Ginger out of here!” She has received the A honor roll all four years, participated at Girl’s State and the REC Youth Tour, and was the President of NHS. Her advice to underclassmen is focus on who you are and what you stand for. She will attend ISU, majoring in advertising.
Tiffany Dawn Connolly Tiffany Connolly is the daughter of Jim and Dawn Connolly. Her siblings are John, Jimmy, Traci, Trisha and Dillion. Tiffany was born Jan. 22, 2001. She lives in Winthrop and enjoys hiking, photography, and traveling. Tiffany’s motto is to take the opportunities you are given and turn them in memorable experiences. Tiffany’s favorites are The Perks of being a Wallflower, crunch wrap supreme from Taco Bell, and her favorite teacher is Mr. Reeder. Tiffany’s best memory of high school is cheering at State Wrestling. She is in National Honor Society, been on honor roll and lettered in varsity cheerleading, color guard and track. Her advice to underclassman is, “The little things you are worrying about now most likely won’t matter in a couple years. Don’t stress about it.” Her plans after graduation are to attend Hawkeye Community College with an undecided major.
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Breanna Nichole Cotone Breanna Cotone is the daughter of Dannielle Reedy and Brian Reedy. She has one brother, Rylan Sawyer. Breanna was born Oct. 31, 2000. She lives in Coggon and enjoys sitting at home. Her biggest pet peeve is when people talk about a movie that she wants to see. Breanna’s favorite movie is The Longest Ride and her favorite food is BBQ. Her favorite song is “Speechless” by Dan and Shay. Her favorite teacher is Mr. Reck. Breanna’s favorite memory from high school is slipping and falling at Jesup. She was on the B honor roll at the end of her freshman year. Her advice to underclassman is. “Take notes in Mr. White’s classes because it will help you in the long run.” Her plans after high school are undecided.
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Devin Patrick Duggan
Devin Duggan is the son of Tara Westcott and David Duggan. His brother is Dakota Duggan. Devin was born August 7, 2000, and he is 18 years old. Devin lives in Winthrop. He enjoys hanging out with his girlfriend, playing games, and hanging with his friends. His motto is “Cheaters never win but I graduated :)”. His favorite movie is White Boy Rick. Devin’s favorite food is Fruity Pebbles and he enjoys the singer Lil Skies. Devin’s favorite teacher is Mrs. Goedken. His best memory of high school is seeing his girlfriend and friends every day. Devin’s advice to underclassman is, “George kills Lennie.” After graduation Devin plans to go to Hawkeye and then move to New York.
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Franklin Jack Ellyson
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Franklin Ellyson is the son of Jack Ellyson. Franklin has no siblings and was born Jan. 25, 2001. He lives in Winthrop. Franklin enjoys playing video games, and hanging out with friends. His biggest pet peeve is when people talk during movies. Franklin’s favorite movie is Dazed and Confused, his favorite food is pizza, and he enjoys the song “Stitches.” His favorite teacher is Mr. White. Franklin’s best memory from high school is rolling his Bronco. His advice to underclassman is to take notes. Franklin’s plans after school are to work and attend college later.
Taylor Fox is the son of Dan and Marcy Fox. He has three siblings: Danni, Lara, and Cody. Born on July 25, 2000, he lives outside of Rowley. Taylor enjoys football, wrestling, video games, and weightlifting. Taylor’s favorite movies are the Marvel Series, his favorite food is pizza, and his favorite podcast is “The Joe Rogan Experience.” His favorite teachers are Mr. Unwin and Mr. White. Taylor’s best memory of high school was wrestling in the State Wrestling Tournament at Wells Fargo Arena. Honors Taylor received are 1st Team All-State Lineman, 2nd Team All-State Punter, four time 1st Team All-District Lineman, two time District Wrestling Qualifier, and he has achieved the B honor roll. After graduation, Taylor plans to attend the University of Iowa and play football while studying an undecided major.
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Miranda Jane Franzen
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Miranda Franzen is the daughter of Clair and Christine Dale Franzen. She has one younger brother, Alexander. Miranda was born July 7, 2001, and she lives by Monti. Miranda enjoys speech, choir, theatre, 4-H, and reading. Miranda’s motto is “Don’t let a little thing like total public humiliation stand between you and a good time.” Her favorites include any musical or comedy, foods with dairy or potatoes, Queen and Panic! At the Disco. Miranda’s favorite memory of high school is all the shenanigans with her friends. Honors Miranda achieved include A and B honor rolls, attending the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership conference, and being a youth ambassador at both the Iowa Youth Institute and Global Youth Institute. Her advice is to fake it ’til you make it. She plans to attend UNI for honors biology and biology teaching.
Katie is the daughter of Steve and Lori Gee, and has one sister, Megan. She was born March 13, 2001, and lives between Independence and Quasqueton. She enjoys being outside, kayaking, golfing, hunting, skiing, traveling, and being with friends. Katie’s motto is “You become like the people you spend the most time with, choose carefully.” Her favorites include The Greatest Showman, her dad’s waffles, Shania Twain, and Accounting II. Her best memory is state golf. She has received many awards including: all district golf, 1st team all-conference, 2nd team all-conference, and honorable mention for volleyball, 2nd team all-conference and honorable mention for softball, the A honor roll, and being a part of NHS. Katie’s advice to underclassman is experience high school, and do it all. After high school, Katie plans to attend the University of Dubuque for nursing.
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Hayley Lynn Hamilton Hayley Hamilton is the daughter of Charlie and Sandy Hamilton. She has two siblings, Blake and Ashley Goodenbour. She was born Dec. 7, 2000, and lives outside of Winthrop. Her hobbies include sports and farming for 4-H. She enjoys the movie Forest Gump and her favorite food is pickles. Hayley’s favorite song is “Start” by Rachel Faith and her favorite teacher is Mrs. Huegel. Her favorite memory from high school is getting the honor of PART her senior year. She has been on the A honor roll, National Honor Society (two years), FFA (three years), Student Council (four years, one year on the executive council). Her advice to underclassman is, “Being a snitch gets you nowhere in high school.” Hayley’s plans after graduation include attending La James in Mason City for Cosmetology and following that with her Marketing Management degree at Hawkeye Community College.
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Mason Joseph Higgins
Mason Higgins is the son of Leah Higgins and Michael Graham. He has five siblings: Anna Higgins, Cody Tolliver, Brittney Higgins, Blake Higgins and Anthony Graham. He was born June 20, 2001, and lives in Aurora. Mason enjoys running, playing games, 3-D printing, traveling, camping, fishing, riding 4-wheelers and shooting guns. His pet peeve is when people take stuff without asking. Mason’s favorites include Where The Red Fern Grows, pizza, “Dancing in the Moonlight” by King Harvest, teacher Mr. Unwin and his small engines class. Mason’s favorite high school memory is all of the homecomings and t-peeing adventures. Mason has received the B Honor Roll and has medaled in track. His advice to underclassmen is to enjoy high school, because you’ll start to miss it when you’re close to finishing. Mason is joining the Marine Corps after graduation.
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Jacob Matthew Jarrett
Carter Thomas Joyce
Jacob Jarrett is the son of Heather Stock and Joshua Jarrett. He has five siblings: Jesse, Josh, Erin, Jeramiah, and Hailey. Jacob was born Nov. 29, 2000. He lives outside of Winthrop and enjoys gaming, fishing, and hanging out with friends. Jacob’s motto is to try any food once. His favorite food is jalapeno pizza and his favorite teachers are Mr. Unwin and Mr. White. Some of Jacob’s best memories of high school were at the lunch table with his friends. His advice to underclassman is to survive. After high school Jacob plans to go into the work force and possibly pursue college later.
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Jacob Ross Kelly Jacob Kelly is the son of Al and Tina Snyder and the late Gerold Kelly. Jacob has six siblings: Jared and Keaton Kelly, and Leah, Jared, Zach, and Hannah Snyder. Jacob was born June 25, 2000. He lives outside of Winthrop and enjoys hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, farming, and hanging with his friends and family. His pet peeve is being late. His favorites include 8 Seconds, chicken alfredo, “Beautiful Crazy” by Luke Combs, and his favorite teacher is Mrs. Gallup. His favorite memory is walking out under the Friday night lights. Jacob has lettered in football and wrestling, shot trap at State all three years, and has served as the FFA Chapter Treasurer. Jacob’s advice is to work hard throughout high school so you have it easy senior year. After high school, Jacobs plans to join a company to become an electrician.
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Carter Joyce is the son of Alynn and Jason Joyce. He has one sister, Ally. Carter was born June 12, 2001, and lives in Independence. He enjoys reading and spending time with his family. His biggest pet peeve is ignorant people. Carter’s favorites include Good Will Hunting or Pootie Tang, sushi “Slow Dancing in the Dark” by Joji, and his favorite teacher is Mr. Van Scoyoc. His advice to underclassmen is to make this school a better place, and “You don’t have to be a role model. We can all become better people by treating each other with respect and kindness. By understanding and accepting other people’s differences, we will grow ourselves individually. Love others and love yourself.” Carter plans to attend Iowa State after graduation to study microbiology.
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McKenzie Josephine Knutson McKenzie Knutson is the daughter of Claire and Kurt Knutson. She has three siblings: Corissa, Garrett, and Hayden. McKenzie was born Feb. 14, 2001. She lives in Winthrop and enjoys bowling, sleeping, painting, and dancing. McKenzie’s motto is “Seek respect not attention; it lasts longer.” McKenzie’s favorite movie is The Lion King and her favorite food is chicken alfredo. Her favorite song is “Bye Bye Bye” by NSYNC and her favorite teachers are Ms. Schoonover and Ms. Schueller. McKenzie’s favorite high school memory is going to state dance for the first time. Honors received include a plaque for state dance, a certificate for cheerleading, letters in choir, and B honor roll. McKenzie plans to attend Capri college in Waterloo for cosmetology.
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Riley Raymond Kolthoff Riley Kolthoff is the son of Jeff Kolthoff and Jennifer Kolthoff. He has one sister, Raelynn Kolthoff. Riley was born March 14, 2001, and he is 18 years old. Riley lives in Winthrop and enjoys lifting, being with his girlfriend, and playing video games. His motto is “I should have dropped out when I had the chance.” His favorite movie is Chicken Little and his favorite food is enchiladas. Riley’s favorite artist is Eminem and his favorite teacher was Mrs. Short. His best memory of high school is when Riley Reck did the Longest Yard as a book project. Riley has been on the A and B honor rolls and has received a varsity letter in baseball. His advice to underclassman is that Lennie kills George. After graduation, Riley plans on going to an electrician trade school.
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Taylor Ann Kress Taylor Kress is the daughter of Jason and Vicki Kress. She has three siblings: Justin, Alison and Cameron. She was born Jan. 20, 2001, and lives outside of Winthrop. She enjoys hanging out with her family and Gabe’s family. Her motto is quitting doesn’t mean you failed. Her favorites include the movie Tammy, cinni-minis from Burger King, DQ smoothies and her dad’s fish, “Billie Jean” by Michael Jackson or any of the songs her mom sings in the mornings. Her favorite teachers are Ms. Levine and Mrs. Bowers and her best memory is cadet teaching or mentoring in the elementary. She was involved with NHS and Student Council. Her advice to underclassman is to grow up and get a job. She plans to graduate early and work until college and then attend Hawkeye Community College for Early Childhood Education.
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Sidney is the daughter of Ann and Eric Lamparter. She has one brother, Logan. Sidney was born Oct. 27, 2000, and she lives in Rowley. She enjoys playing video games, hunting, and helping animals at shelters. Sidney’s motto is from her late grandmother “Good enough for who it’s for.” She enjoys road trips, tater tot casserole and “Migraine” by Twenty One Pilots, her favorite band. Sidney enjoyed anatomy with Mr. Blankenship. Her best memory from high school was peeing her pants from laughing too hard three days in a row. She has been on the A and B honor rolls and received many FFA awards. Sidney’s advice to underclassmen is “Don’t fail classes and you’ll be good to go.” After graduation, Sidney plans to attend Kirkwood Community College and get a career as a vet tech.
Madison McMurrin is the daughter of Darrin and Melanie McMurrin. She has three siblings: Hannah, Jasmine, and Logan. Madison was born on Jan. 12, 2001. She lives in Winthrop and enjoys gardening, rock hunting, and spending time with friends. Madison’s motto is “Vengeance is never the answer.” Her favorite foods are guacamole and bran muffins. Madison’s favorite class is psychology. Her best memory is having her sister, Hannah, in high school with her for two years. Madison has lettered in academics, softball, and volleyball. She has been “Best of Center” in band. Her advice to underclassman is to do what you want because no one cares as much as you think they do. Madison’s plans after graduation are to attend Kirkwood for her Liberal Arts and then transfer on to find a career she loves.
Blake McBride is the son of Teresa McBride and Chad McBride. He has one brother, Mason McBride. Blake was born on July 7, 2001. Blake lives in Winthrop and enjoys kayaking and fishing. His biggest pet peeve is those who make others feel insignificant or unable to succeed because they don’t have the right last name. His favorite movie is Longest Yard and his favorite food is tacos. Blake’s favorite singer is Lil Durk and his favorite teachers are Mr. Unwin and Mrs. Gallup. His best memory of high school is football practice with the guys. Blake’s advice to underclassman is, “Never let anyone make you feel that you’re not good enough. It’s a horrible feeling when it’s coming from those who should be mentors. Stay Strong.” After graduation, Blake plans to enter the Carpenter’s Apprenticeship Program in Omaha.
Nolan Meyer is the son of John and Christy Meyer. He has three older siblings: Alea, Jordy, and Mac. Nolan was born on June 15, 2000. He lives in Independence and enjoys football, basketball, track, weightlifting, playing video games, and fishing. Nolan’s motto is “Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” His favorites include Batman: The Dark Knight, lasagna, Mr. Unwin and Mrs. Kelchen. Nolan’s best memories are early morning lifts and Friday night lights. He is member of NHS. His honors include First team All-District, team captain, hustle award, leadership award, Q&A dedication award, 3X State Qualifier, 3X AllDistrict Academic Award. His advice to underclassman is to work as hard as you can but don’t forget to have fun! Nolan plans to study exercise science at the University of Northern Iowa.
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Joshua Dewayne Moreland Josh Moreland is the son of Norman and Jeanie Moreland. He has three older sisters: Maryann, Gabby, and Bridgette. Josh was born April 18, 2001. He lives in Quasqueton and enjoys gaming, spending time with his friends, and playing 8-ball pool. Josh’s catchphrase is “You’ve been bean boozeled.” His favorite movies are Deadpool 1 and 2. His favorite food is spaghetti and his favorite class is Tech Team with Mr. Hesner. Josh’s best memories of high school are from his senior year having lunch with his friends. Josh has been on the B honor roll all throughout high school. His advice to underclassman is to make as many memories and friends as possible. After high school, Josh plans to finish out baseball and attend Kirkwood to major in the tech field.
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Hope Moses is the daughter of Bobby Moses and Kelly Kirby. Her siblings are Carly and Westin Moses. Hope was born Sept. 29, 2000, and lives in Winthrop. Hope’s hobbies are meditating, cleansing her chakras, yoga, writing, camping, and spending quality time with her loved ones. Her advice is “Stop running away from individuality. Be proud of your spirit. You aren’t meant to follow someone else’s path. Embrace who you are, and be kind to others.” Hope’s favorites are the 1984 Karate Kid and Grandma Sandy’s Crock-Pot pizza, band Alt-J and teachers Miss Schueller, Mrs. Goedken, Mrs. Noeson, and Mrs. Bowers. Her best memories are spending time with Maddy and the time she gave Mason internal bruising. Hope received the A honor roll. Hope plans to cleanse her negativity and attend college to major in psychology this fall.
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James Donald Mossman James Mossman is the son of Mary Mossman and the late Tom Mossman. He has two siblings, Vincent and Kristen. James was born Sept. 21, 2001. He lives in Winthrop and enjoys football, baseball, wrestling, going out to eat, watching movies, playing video games, and being with friends. James’s favorite movie is The Incredibles or Monsters, Inc. and his favorite food is breakfast food. His favorite song is “Let It Be” by the Beatles. James’s best memories are all of the student council trips and his trip to Nashville with the choir. James has received division I ratings in choir, 3x football Academic All District, two Second Team All-District, and he has served as the Student Council Executive Treasurer and President. His advice to underclassman is, “Doing new activities is just like trying new food, you won’t like it if you don’t try it.” James will attend Wartburg to study accounting.
Brock William Naber Brock Naber is the son of Bill and Tammy Naber. He has one sister, Kaylee. Brock was born Dec. 15, 2000, and he lives outside of Quasqueton. His hobbies include football, basketball, track, hanging out with friends, and playing video games. His pet peeve is when people ask the same questions repeatedly. Brock enjoys the Toy Story series, his favorite food is spaghetti, and his favorite singer is Post Malone. His favorite teacher is Mr. White with his favorite class being history. His favorite high school memory is winning districts sophomore year. He has received honorable mention for football twice. Brock has maintained the B honor roll throughout high school. His advice to underclassman is “Stay in school, kids.” Brock plans to attend the University of Northern Iowa in the fall to study history or geography.
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Diane Kendra Pernell
Brennen Edward Podnar
Diane Pernell is the daughter of Kenneth Pernell and Diane Pernell. She has four siblings: Anyah, Antara, and Mikah Hassel, and Juwan Pernell. Diane was born June 21, 2001, and lives in Quasqueton. She enjoys singing, drawing, and writing music. Her biggest pet peeve is when someone scratches their fork on a glass plate. Her favorites are 2012 and Next Friday, chicken alfredo, and Whitney Houston, and her favorite teachers are Mrs. Gallup, Mrs. Bowers, and Mr. White. Diane’s best memory was at lunch when Tannabelle was spreading sauce on her bagels and then licked her knife and Sidney made the most hilarious face. Diane received an award for volleyball’s Most Improved Player. Her advice is to focus on what your teachers and parents tell you, because looking back, she should’ve listened.
Brennen is the son of Jamie and Travis Taylor. His siblings are Hunter Podnar, Micah Podnar, Shiloh Drisdoll, and Angel Taylor. Brennen was born Sept. 2, 2000, and lives in Winthrop. He enjoys playing games and going on walks. Brennen’s motto is “Getting work done.” Brennen’s favorite movie is Up in Smoke. He enjoys cookies, the band Five Finger Death Punch, and their song “Wrong Side of Heaven.” Brennen’s best memory of high school is hanging out with of the teachers and friends. He is really going to miss everyone once he graduates. Brennen’s advice to underclassmen is to get your homework done. After graduation Brennen plans to maybe work construction.
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Hunter Richard Podnar Hunter is the son of Travis and Jamie Taylor. His siblings are Micah and Brennen Podner, Angel Taylor, and Shiloh Drisdoll. Hunter was born Sept. 2, 2000, and he lives in Winthrop. His hobbies include playing video games, playing board games, and watching TV with his brothers. His motto is, “So!? You guys like PIZZA?” He likes Super Trooper 1 and 2. His favorite food is pizza. Hunter enjoys Mr. Reck’s singing and his favorite teachers are Mr. Reck and the history teachers. He has had the honor of spending time with teachers and learning from them. Hunter’s advice to underclassmen is give Mr. Reck and the history teachers hugs ... for about 10-15 minutes. After high school, Hunter hopefully will get to be a janitor at EB so he can see the teachers, principals, and janitors.
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Riley Douglas Reck
Riley Reck is the son of Ben and Amy Reck. He has three brothers: Hunter, Owen, and Gavin. Riley was born April 4, 2001, and he is 18 years old. Riley lives outside of Winthrop. He enjoys farming, showing cattle, and hunting. Riley’s pet peeve is people chewing with their mouths open. His favorite food is steak and he enjoys country music. Riley’s favorite teachers are Mr. White and Mrs. Gallup. His best memories are from football and his favorite memory will be leaving school. Riley was honored with football 2nd team All-State and 1st Team All-District. He has received his Iowa Degree for FFA. Riley also views his detentions in Mr. White’s as a huge honor. Riley’s advice to underclassman is to take as many study halls as you can. After graduation Riley will be attending Kirkwood for a degree in the agriculture business field.
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Callen Blake Reed
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Callen Reed is the son of BJ and Barb Reed. He has three siblings Logan, Aurora, and Cora Reed. Callen was born Nov. 4, 2000. He lives in Winthrop and enjoys watching YouTube and movies, video games, playing music, thinking about Honey Badgers and medieval weapons, and making people feel uncomfortable. Callen’s biggest pet peeve is T-series supporters. His favorite food is chicken flavored Ramen with a little buffalo sauce and his favorite teachers are Mr. Van Scoyoc and Mrs. Huegel. Callen’s favorite memory is dressing up in a red morph suit and playing the trombone for pep band during basketball season. He has received several division I ratings in choir and band and has attained the B honor roll. His advice to underclassman is to stop being so annoying, and don’t care what other people think about you. Callen’s plans after graduation are undecided.
Tannabelle Richmond is the daughter of Jay Richmond and the late Marie Richmond. She has five brothers: David J, Arthur, Horatio, Cody, and Kenneth Richmond. Tannabelle was born May 22, 2001. She lives in Independence and enjoys playing the guitar, running, and singing. Tannabelle’s motto is “I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed.” Her pet peeve is people around her who stress her out. Her favorite food is broccoli cheese soup and her favorite teachers are Mrs. Huegel and Ms. Schueller. Tannabelle has received the B honor roll. Her advice to underclassman is, “It’s only hard when you don’t try, if you’re struggling, try harder.” After high school, Tannabelle plans to attend NICC for two years and complete their large animal vet program and then transfer to Iowa State for another six years to become a veterinarian.
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Nathan Arnold Schmitt
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Nathan Schmitt is the son of Greg and Michelle Schmitt. He has two older brothers, Jacob and Ryan. Nathan was born Nov. 16, 2000, and lives outside of Winthrop. He enjoys hunting, fishing, playing sports, video games, and hanging out with friends. His favorite motto is “Speak softly and carry a big stick, you will go far,” by Theodore Roosevelt. Nathan’s favorites are Caddyshack, steak, and his favorite teacher is Mr. White. His favorite memories are State Golf sophomore year and playing sports with his friends. Nathan has received 2nd Team All-District honorable mention and 1st Team All-District defensive utility in football, 2nd Team All-Conference in golf and is a member of the State Golf Championship Team. His advice is to have fun and enjoy high school because it goes by fast. Nathan will attend Iowa State University and major in Animal Ecology.
Chloe Thompson is daughter of Bev McGrane. She has two siblings, Ethan and Peyton. Chloe was born Nov. 14, 2000. She lives in Winthrop. Chloe enjoys swimming, reading, and spending time with friends and family. Her biggest pet peeve is getting in trouble with any type of authority figure. Her favorite movies are The Kissing Booth and A Walk to Remember. She enjoys vanilla ice cream and chocolate milk and the song “8 Letters” by Why Don’t We. Chloe’s favorite teachers are Ms. Levine and Mrs. Short. She has been on the honor rolls, received an academic achievement and the buc head. Her advice to underclassman is get your homework in on time, pay attention, and ask questions, even the ones you think might be stupid. Chloe plans to attend Hawkeye Community College for a two year program as an Executive Assistant.
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Aspen Chase Valenzuela Aspen Valenzuela is the son of Tiffany Easley and Andrew Valenzuela. He has four siblings: Tristian and Terra Easley, and Samantha and Noah Valenzuela. Aspen was born June 17, 2001, and lives in Aurora. Aspen enjoys playing and watching soccer, cooking, playing video games, and petting his dogs. His motto is “If you’re hungry, make some food.” Aspen’s biggest pet peeve is people taking his stuff without asking. His favorite movie is Deadpool. He enjoys fettuccine and his favorite rapper is Kendrick Lamar. Aspen’s favorite class is gym with Schoonover. His best memories are his first homecoming dance, going to a Mexican restaurant and playing pool. His advice to underclassmen is to not be super annoying. After graduating, Aspen plans to get a job and start saving up for college.
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Ashley Wessels is the daughter of Craig and Stacy Wessels. She has two siblings, Kyle and Brooke. Ashley was born Dec. 22, 2000, and lives in Aurora. She enjoys reading, sewing, hanging out with friends, participating in FFA and her 4-H club, Clayton County 4-H Council, and her citizenship club. Ashley’s biggest pet peeve is when people say red heads have a temper. Her favorites include Brooklyn, pasta, and country music. Ashley’s favorite memories come from FFA during ag classes or long car rides in the van, and every memory and experience was a great one. She has received Star FFA member awards and officer awards through 4-H. Ashley’s advice to underclassman is, “Don’t let the stress of trying to fit in bother you, just be yourself and life will fall into place.” Ashley plans to attend a community college for two years then transfer to a state college for another two years.
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Mercedes Nichole Wilson Mercedes Wilson is the daughter of Jennifer Woolfolk and Brett Wilson. She has one brother, Landon. Mercedes was born Sept. 2, 2000, and lives in Winthrop. Mercedes enjoys singing, learning about animals, ukelele, and dancing. Her favorites include Spider-Man, Chinese food, fried pickles, Hobo Johnson, waterparks, and fun. Her favorite teacher is Mr. White and his psychology class. Mercedes’s best memory is going to Detroit for Robotics Worlds. Honors she has received through high school include lots of robotics awards, perfect attendance, A honor roll, and she lettered in band, choir and speech. Her advice to underclassman is to try new things and be involved. Mercedes plans to attend the University of Northern Iowa to study Environmental Sciences.
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Garden club holds annual plant sale The Independence Garden Club held its annual plant sale May 11 at First Presbyterian Church. There were many beautiful plants to choose from plus yard art and baked items. Proceeds from the event support scholarships for Independence and Jesup High School seniors. Club members working at the event included: Cindy Walton Linda Feister, Kitty Kaiser, Brenda Ristvedt,
Area residents learn about types of skin cancers and treatments
Nancy Weber, Jean Rouse, Karen Ohrt, Shirley Bergman, Ruth Hamilton, Mary Steuben, Ruth Crawford, Joellen Yeager, Donna Harms, Carol Fisher, Dorothy Decker and Rosalind Gibbs. In addition, Scout Troop #47, led by Scoutmaster Craig Bussan,
Farmers Market opens for the season The Independence Farmers Market opened for the season on May 11 at the Wapsipinicon Mill with new and returning vendors At left: Jan Jefferson (left) brought many plants and is seen making sales to Richard Behrens and also Judy Doyle, both of Independence.
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Independence Public Library was the site of the Buchanan County Health Center Spotlight Series event on skin cancer. Speaker Tricia Thompson, ARNP, from Cedar Valley Center for ENT, Sinus & Allergy, and Skin Cancer, with her assistant Spencer Kleitsch, ARNP, discussed skin cancer and who is at risk. Precancerous symptoms of skin cancer include actinic keratosis and atypical moles. Actinic keratosis are rough scaly lesions on the outer skin layer. Atypical moles may be asymmetrical with an irregular border and multi-colored. Thompson discussed ways to identify different forms of skin cancer including basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and melanoma, and talked about treatment options. To reduce the risk of skin cancer participants were reminded to: seek the shade; do not burn; avoid tanning and never use UV tanning beds; cover up with clothing including a broad brimmed hat, UV blocking sunglasses, and 50 SPF sunscreen. Apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside then reapply every two hours or after swimming or excessive sweating. It is important to keep newborns out of the sun, examine perform a head to-toe self-exam every month, and see your doctor every year for a professional skin exam. Pictured: Spencer Kleitsch and Tricia Thompson.
helped by carrying boxes of plants out to customers’ vehicles. (Donna Jensen Photos)
At right: A new vendor this year is Celia Even, whose business is named Macaroni Kid. She is pictured assisting Mason Burns, pictured with Amanda Burns of Independence, who is making a bead bracelet. (Donna Jensen Photos)
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OWLS to embark on wildflower walk Last month, the OWLS group was on a Signs of Spring Tour. The group saw many different kinds of ducks at Ham Marsh from buffalo heads to blue-winged teal. While at Three Elms and Boies Bend, they were able to get a close look at some Dutchman’s breeches, bloodroot, and even fossils! If you think that sounds like a fun time be sure to join Older Wiser Livelier Souls (OWLS) group at Putty Root Preserve. Participants shared
the following comments about the April event: “Thanks for a great day,” and “It was a great outing. Thanks for making it happen.” In May, participants will get a close look at some great woodland wildflowers. Join a naturalist from Buchanan County Conservation Board (BCCB) on at 5 PM Monday, May 20 for a hike through Putty Root Preserve, located at 2408 262nd St., Independence. While hiking through the
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A public hearing was held on the Sandra Payne Annexation and a resolution was approved. Council considered a resolution authorizing and approving a loan and disbursement agreement and providing for the issuance and securing the payment of sewer revenue bonds. After discussion, it was approved and the mayor declared the resolution duly adopted. Council approved purchasing Builder’s Risk Insurance at estimated cost of $8,500 for $2.34 million valuation, for the city sewer plant upgrade project. Sealed bids for solar generation at the sewer plant will be opened at the June 5 City Council meeting. A public hearing opened on Ordinance #196, Amending Provisions Pertaining to Sewer Rates. Dave Bergfeld asked for explanation on what had been involved in determining the amount of rate increase. It was explained that the state of Iowa required the city to meet with a state-approved financial advisor to help determine rates needed to pay off the state revolving loan amount. The public hearing closed and the second and third readings were waived. Ordinance #196 was approved and will be in effect after its publication as provided by law. Sewer service shall be furnished at the following monthly rates within the city: 1. First 1,000 gallons used per month, $27.00 (minimum bill). 2. Next 9,000 gallons used per month, $7.56 per 1,000 gallons. 3. Next 40,000 gallons used per month, $6.48 per 1,000 gallons. 4. Over 50,000 gallons used per month, $5.40 per 1,000 gallons. 5. East Buchanan School charged a flat rate of $526.50 per month. Council approved installing permeable pavers behind city hall, city shop and fire station, using remaining Sponsored Project Funds. A public hearing opened on Ordinance #197, amending provisions pertaining to dwelling unit-minimum square footage. With no comments, the hearing closed, and subsequent readings were waived. The ordinance will be in effect after its publication as provided by law as follows: All dwelling units must contain full walls separating it from the remaining structure and must be a minimum of: Single story-1,000 square feet; and two story-1400 square feet, excluding porches, porticoes and entryways in square footage calculation. Council members took time to acknowledge the passing of Virgil Bateman, past council member and lifelong volunteer for the city. Deb Holt presented the library activity report and City Clerk Ryan read the Winthrop Days tentative activity list, provided by Sam Cocking; beer permit to be submitted to city council in June. PWD Shawn Curtis will get bids for re-roofing the small park shelter. Also approved were McElroy’s Food Market and Speede Shop cigarette permits and Erin Kelchen as pool board member. Subdivision Codebook Work Session was held at 6 PM, prior to the 7 PM council meeting. Individuals present were Brian Schoon of INRCOG, Mayor Dennie, Councilors Myers, Kress, White, and Curtis, Clerk Ryan, and Gary McElroy. Preliminary Winthrop Draft Ordinance was reviewed pageby-page. Next meeting will be 6 PM June 5; public is invited.
woods there may be chances to see jack-in-the-pulpit, putty root orchid, and many others! The OWLS program is specifically designed for adults to learn and explore nature in and around Buchanan County. Preregistration is required by going to www. buchanancountyparks.com and clicking on “Public Events.” To learn more, call 319-636-2617 or e-mail mmaas@co.buchanan. ia.us.
Supervisors listen to concerns about road conditions Story continued from front page
The board discussed a request for the use of the courthouse lawn for the annual Bible reading marathon. No action was taken until additional information can be obtained. Discussion was held on an e-mail received from the Iowa Insurance
Division regarding the 509A report. Auditor Gosse will respond to the e-mail with the proactive changes the county is making regarding the funding level of the health plan. They also placed on file manure management plan updates from
Summit Pork I LLP, facility Buffalo 19, Sec. 19 of Buffalo Twp. and Pilot Grove Farms Inc., Sec. 31 of Buffalo Twp.
Hefty agenda includes construction updates and development agreements Story continued from front page
Kimball anticipates the 5th Avenue intersection will be completed soon and the intersection reopened. The 6th Avenue intersection will be closed to traffic early next week (week of May 19) as they begin working on Stage A. The 7th and 8th Avenue intersections will remain open during construction. In a request related to the 1st Street project, Buchanan County Secondary Roads Assistant Engineer Alex Davis was joined by County Supervisor Gary Gissel to request council approval to place a storm water pipe running from the courthouse to 1st St., East along 6th Ave., NE. During discussion of the project, it was noted the public works committee recommends approval for running storm water pipe in the terrace between the street and the sidewalk instead of in the street. On approving the request, the council asked that the work not take place until after the 1st St., East project is complete in the area, due to the traffic disruption along the detour route. Council discussed a $47,810 proposal from Iowa Wall Sawing to repair the surface of the 1st Street bridge over the Wapsipinicon River. The proposal is to grind, chip, prime and patch the surface of the bridge like repairs made on the 3rd St., NE bridge. Council members noted portions of the repairs on the 3rd Street bridge needed to be redone, asking about guarantees for the proposed work. City Manager Al Roder noted the issues on the 3rd St., NE bridge were due to not removing an adequate amount of material prior to making the repairs; the issue will be corrected by the contractor. Council chose to table the action on the proposal requesting to hear from representatives from Iowa Wall Sawing regarding the proposal and assurances of the work. The goal is for the work to be completed during the current street closure to minimize the traffic disruptions on 1st Street. The Ward 4 Sidewalk project survey previously approved with Precision Concrete was reviewed. Representatives from the company had expressed several concerns including the liability of conducting a portion of the work (the survey) but not all the work (sidewalk repairs). Roder described the issue as Precision Concrete and the city being liable if repairs are not made according to ADA requirements. Precision Concrete recommended the city seek proposals for the entire project, the survey, as well as the repair work to ensure the results were preformed to ADA requirements. Precision Concrete remains interested in the project but not in conducting survey exclusively. Council approved the action requesting RFPs from interested contractors.
Development plans in the city were advanced with the approval of an agreement with Casey’s Marketing Company pledging tax increment revenues in the form of a tax rebate (TIF) on 10% of the estimated $3 million renovation of the Casey’s site on Enterprise Drive. Council also approved notice for hearings for the paving sanitary sewer and water main construction extending Enterprise Drive in conjunction with the development. Council also approved a site plan for McDonalds to build a new restaurant next to the Lucky Buffet and share an access on Hwy. 150 South. A proposal from the airport board to amend the lease agreement with P&N, a fixed base operator (FBO) at the Independence Municipal Airport, met opposition. The FBO requested additional space in the terminal building for expanded services for secured testing equipment and tenant services. Members of the council noted the slow pace and lack of progress in expanding flight training services. However, the main concern is that if the FBO wishes to have additional space at the airport, the lease needs to reflect additional rental charges. Council rejected the quest with a unanimous vote. In other business, council heard from Gary Gissel requesting the city improve the grass alley between 6th and 7th Avenue, NE with a rock surface. Gissel would like to build a garage off the ally for the residence at 607 7th Avenue NE. Roder informed the council the cost of materials to rock the alley is roughly $3,800 and city staff would perform the work. Council approved the request. Council approved event requests for the Believe 5K run/walk May 18 with proceeds to benefit the library; Independence Celebrations Committee annual July 4th events; and the Independence Area Chamber of Commerce Friday Night Live events for June and August. A hearing was set for the May 28 council meeting to consider an easement on city property at Jaycee Park for access to a back-yard garage for a residence on Terrace Drive. A contract with Hawkeye Roofing in the amount of $55,569.25 to repair the roof on the River’s Edge building was approved. Contracts were approved authorizing work on a grass rig for the fire department and a new squad car for the police department. At the end of the meeting council entered closed session to consider options on whether to pursue purchase of the former Medical Associates building and changes to the lease agreement on the current site of the police department on Enterprise Drive.
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~ Sarah Collison ~ Miranda Franzen ~ Advisor, Mrs. Lisa Goedken
See next week’s Buc Banner for coverage of the school play, state trapshooting and state track qualifiers. Good luck, Bucs!
From left to right: the Tri-Rivers Champion Golf Team - Hayley Hamilton, Nicole Pettinger, Kayla Dudley, Ashley Hackett, Katie Gee, Kayla Kress and Coach Nathan Reck.
From left: Rick Coleman, Abby Turpin, Sarah Collison, Ron Steele and Mark Schnackenberg.
Local student honored as ‘Best of the Class’ Valedictorians or top graduating seniors were once again honored by KWWL and the University of Northern Iowa on Saturday, April 27. The students took part in the 35th annual “Best of the Class” celebration. Sarah Collison from East Buchanan Community School was honored as a member of the 2019 Best of the Class. Best of the Class students were videotaped on the UNI campus for a series of public service announcements, which can be found on KWWL.com. They also had the opportunity to be photographed with news anchors Ron Steele and Abby Turpin, meteorologist Mark Schnackenberg, and sports director Rick Coleman. In its 35 years of recognizing academic excellence, Best of the Class has honored over 4400 top graduating seniors. Best of the Class is a joint public service/community relations effort that encourages academic excellence among high school students by honoring students who serve as role models in their communities.
East Buchanan Girls win back-to-back titles Central City hosted the Tri-Rivers Conference Golf Meet on Monday, May 6. East Buchanan repeated as championship with a decisive 21-stroke victory. East Buc shot a 378 while Maquoketa Valley finished with a 399. Ed-Co was third with a 426 to round out the top three. A solid team effort put five Buccaneers in the top 10 to take half of the All-Conference team spots. Katie Gee
and Nicole Pettinger each shot a 93. The card back put Gee in fifth and Pettinger in sixth. Kayla Kress was seventh with a 95 while Hayley Hamilton finished eighth with a 97. Ashley Hackett took ninth with a 98 and her score didn’t even count toward the team’s finish. Kayla Dudley wasn’t far behind as the sixth shooter with a score of 103. Coach Reck said the all-conference team is a “testament to our balance and great TEAM!”
Coming Events May 16-18 May 19 May 20 May 21 May 23 May 24
HS State Track @ Drake Stadium Commencement 2 PM V BB/SB (H) vs CC 5 PM JV BB/SB (H) vs CC 5 PM MS Pops Concert 7 PM Friends and Family / Field Day V BB / SB @ Midland 5 PM Friends & Family / Field Day (Rain date)
Mason Higgins wins gold in 400m hurdles On May 6, the boys track team traveled to Central City for a post-season tuneup track meet against four other schools. Team scores were not officially kept but the boys keep improving as we get closer to the State Qualifier on Thursday. Earning a gold medal last night and setting a new personal best time was Mason Higgins in the 400m hurdles with a time of 58.57, earning silver medals were Nolan Meyer in the 100m dash, the shuttle hurdle relay of Nolan Meyer, AJ Kremer, Cole Bowden, James Mossman with a new season best time of 1:06.58, the 4x400 relay team of Bowden, Kremer, Higgins, Hackett, the 4x100 relay team of Mossman, Kress, Brockmeyer, Naber, and the 4x800 relay team of Logan Crawford, Keaton Kelly, Cavon Hazen, Kaiden Gage. Earning a bronze medal were the 1600m Distance Medley relay of Carson James, Bailey Thorpe, Cavon Hazen, Ethan Thompson, the 4x200 relay of Mossman, Kress, Brock-
meyer, Naber, James Mossman in the long jump, Adam Hackett in the 400m dash, and Brock Naber in the 200m dash. Fourth place finishes went to: Cole Bowden in the 400m dash, Logan Crawford in the 800m run, Austin Cook in the 3200m run, and Adam Hackett in the 400m hurdles. Fifth place finishes: Nolan Meyer in the 200m dash, Keaton Kelly in the 800m run, the 800m Sprint medley relay of James, Fox, Kress, and Thompson, and Austin Cook in the 1600m run. And finally sixth place finishes: Taylor Fox in the shot put, Landon Nunemaker in the 1600m run, and Kaden Brockmeyer in the 100m dash. Great job last night guys. Keep working hard to peak and finish the season off on a high note this Thursday. We hope to see many Buc fans in the crowd Thursday night to cheer on the boys and girls.
7th grade boys are conference runners-up
The MS boys track team finished up their season last night at the conference track meet in Central City. The 7th grade team finished 2nd overall as a team with the following conference champion events: Discus & Shot Put - Cody Fox; High Jump - Hunter Bowers; 800 & 1600 Run - Noah Valenzuela; 4x800 Relay - Hayden Nelson, Tanner Thurn, Drew Randall and Garett Niedert; and the Distance Medley - Cody Fox, Tanner Thurn, Hayden Nelson, Noah Valenzuela. The 8th grade team finished 9th overall as a team: We ran some of our best times of the year against some very good competition.
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Moser athletes compete at Marshalltown Submitted by Debbie Moser
Moser School of Dance and Gymnastic area athletes competed and placed well in the USTA Power Tumbling meet in Marshalltown on April 7. There 23 clubs entered with around 500 athletes competing. Moser area gymnasts who placed well are: 1st - Carter Phillips, Carley Hillebrand, Kaydence Ahart, Tucker Erickson, Mikya Britton, Madelyn Troester, Elizabeth Recker, Ella Oberbroeckling, Georgia Werger, Brynn Burlage, Aaliyah Rosenthal, Abbigail Stoffel, Madilyn Payne, Parks Grennan, Colton Wissmiller, Mayleigh Medberry, Brynn Bucknell, Kaia Engelhardt, Dagny Kuhlman, Ava Seevell, Lainey Payne, Lucas Sadewasser, Kennedi Benesh, Rylee Whittaker. 2nd - Makayla Gasper, Cheyenne Varner, Lily Schmitz, Kennedy Bulman, Madeline Martin, Ella Davidshofer, Elyse Konrardy, Makayla Cuellar, Madison O’Hea, Ella Digmann, Kelsey Kremer, Leigha Hinrichs, Delaney Brown, Laura Pierschbacher, Phillip Johnson, Vivian Clar, Lauren Gogel, Carlie Bergan, Mackenzie Bries, Lydia Trumm, Elizabeth Hilliard, Hadlee Erickson. 3rd - Annie Gulick, Kennedy Collins, Memphis Voelker, Olivia Their, Brooklin Ante, Isabella Barrett, Allysa Sadewasser, Kaitlyn Besler, Kallyn Henney, Natalie Besler, Ella Krivanek, Kylee McElmeel, Memphis Peyton, Emi Harmon, Adalyn Ostrander, Chyler Grennan. 4th - Reagan Brown, Gabrielle Guilford, Ava Nolan, Megan Pierschbacher, Kennedi Bevans, Allie Esmann, Addison Norton, Rylee Atkinson, Hannah Seevell, Miya Pitz, Julia Kuennen, Madelyn Bockenstedt, Abigayle Johnson, Alaynna Moser, Madelyn Pope, Adalyn Fette, Carlee Batterson. 5th - Melanie Lutgen, Jayce Grennan, Kendall Wagner, Destiny Wall, Kadee Batterson, Jessica Kracke, Mya Bockenstedt, Kennedy Duddeck. 6th - Chloe Bennett, Paige Kremer, Isabel Lutgen, Mylie Elliot, Lexus Fleming, Marilynn Shannon, Ella Frieden, Avery Fette, Lilly Shaw.
7th - Malin Phelps, Myra Peyton, Mackylie Marlowe, Leila Beatty, Emma Fisher. 8th - Jordyn Stoll. 9th - Makenna Payne, Grace Funke.
Send your favorite recipes to: THE NEWS, PO Box 9, Winthrop IA 50682 EMAIL: news@thenews-guide.com Famous Strawberry Pretzel Dessert 1½ cups crushed pretzels 4½ TB white sugar ¾ cup butter, melted 1 cup white sugar 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese 1 (8 oz) container frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 (6 oz) package strawberry flavored Jell-O® 2 cups boiling water 16 oz. frozen strawberries Preheat oven to 350. Mix together pretzels, 4½ tablespoons sugar and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Bake 10 minutes, until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool completely. In a medium bowl, beat 1 cup sugar and cream cheese until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread evenly over the cooled crust. Refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes. In a medium bowl, stir together gelatin mix and boiling water. Mix in frozen strawberries, and stir. Pour over cream cheese mixture in pan. Refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 1 hour. Sweet-Tart Strawberries 1½ pounds fresh strawberries, rinsed and sliced 2½ TB brown sugar 1 TB balsamic vinegar ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper In a large bowl, toss berries with sugar and let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar and pepper. Pour over berries and toss to coat. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Pictured, top: Moser School of Dance and Gymnastic winners from the Marshalltown meet, front: Brynn Bucknell, Madeline Martin, Leila Beatty, Jayce Grennan, Ava Nolan, Kennedi Bennesh. Back: Phillip Johnson, Julia Kuennen, Parks Grennan, Chyler Grennan, Myra Peyton, Colton Wissmiller. Above: Moser School of Dance and Gymnastic winners from the Marshalltown meet, front row: Emi Harmon, Hadlee Erickson, Tucker Erickson, Rylee Whittaker, Lilly Shaw. Back row: Lexus Fleming, Elizabeth Recker, Madelyn Bockenstedt. Below: Students performed in their 2019 showcase. Pictured are dance and gymnastics performers from the showcase Rachel Clayberg, Corissa Knutson, McKenzie Knutson, and Ashlyn Martin.
Enjoy a delicious meal in a house built in 1851!
Join Buchanan County Conservation and the Richardson-Jakway Foundation at a great event Wednesday, May 22 to experience the Historic Richardson-Jakway House (pictured), located at 2791 136th St., Aurora. The event begins at 5 PM with an Old Time Meal featuring old fashioned pork chops, lettuce salad, baked potato, creamed carrots, Amish bread with jam, and a homemade rhubarb dessert. The program will follow the meal, which will be about heirloom seeds presented by Seed Saver Exchange. All the funds raised at this event will go back into the restoration of the Historic Site. The cost is $20 per person and preregistration is required by going to www.buchanancountyparks.com and clicking on “Public Events.”
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When you're working out to get fit and lose weight, you want a routine that offers maximum results in a minimum amount of time. While many people believe that cardio is the best way to burn calories, others prefer to strength train instead. But which type of exercise burns more calories? According to a study in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, running on a treadmill can burn more calories (25 to 39 percent) than doing kettlebell swings at the same level of exertion. However, the study also suggests that kettlebell work and other forms of strength training can help increase your metabolism, so you burn more fat and calories even during rest. Whether you’re doing cardio or strength, working out in intervals is the best way to maximize your calorie burn in a short amount of time. Alternate between short bursts of intense effort and periods of lower intensity or rest. The intensity resets your metabolism to a higher rate during your workout, so it takes hours for your body to cool down again. This is what's known as EPOC (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption). That means you burn more calories long after you’ve finished your workout compared to doing a workout at a continuous moderate pace, according to a 2017 study from the European Journal of Applied Physiology. The best calorie-burning workouts for weight loss are those you can break up into intervals to get the most out of your sweat session. Do the exercise of your choice for 30 seconds every five minutes, and as you progress and get fitter, you can increase the interval to doing a full minute of intense work every four minutes. And remember, you want to be working at your maximum—leaving you out of breath by the end of that interval. These exercises work well for interval training: Running, jumping rope, strength training, spinning, rowing, elliptical, stairmaster, battle ropes.
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Iowa is 10th best state for nurses
National Nurses Week was earlier this month, and the personal-finance website Wallethub releases its report on 2019’s Best & Worst States for Nurses. In order to help new nursing graduates find the best markets for their profession, WalletHub compared the relative attractiveness of the 50 states and the District of Columbia across 21 key metrics. Iowa ranked second for health-care facilities per capita and average number of work hours. Here is how our state ranked overall:
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Nutritionists and doctors know that our metabolism—the rate at which we burn calories—is largely out of our hands, being that it's determined by our age, height, and genes. However, they also know a few sneaky ways to ramp up the body's energy use and increase metabolism. One is exercise, and the other is eating the right foods. Add these metabolism boosting foods to your diet: Avocado, low-fat dairy, asparagus, black beans, chickpeas and lentils, nuts, spinach, whey protein, tofu, fish and shellfish, quinoa, eggs, poultry, lean pork and beef.
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Why should I see a doctor once a year? You don’t know what you don’t know. Going to your doctor once a year might seem like a waste of time, especially if you’re healthy, but what if you’re not as healthy as you think? You could be at risk for health problems like heart disease, diabetes, obesity, or cancer and not know it. If you are at risk, the sooner you do something about it, the better. Some diseases, such as pre-diabetes, have no warning signs or symptoms, which is just one reason an annual doctor visit is a good idea. More than 1 in 3 adults in the United States has pre-diabetes. Over time, they could develop diabetes, heart disease, or stroke. Yet most people do not know their blood glucose (sugar) level. Do you? Simple tests and a talk with your doctor once a year about your health and lifestyle is important. Want to be healthier, live longer, and lower your risk for chronic disease? See your doctorIndependence_5_HometownService_ once a year for a check-up. It’s a simple way to be proactive about your health.
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Buchanan County Board of Supervisors - May 6, 2019 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 6, 2019 with Don Shonka, Chairman in the Chair, Gary Gissel and Clayton Ohrt present. Absent, none. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Ohrt second by Gissel to approve the minutes of the April 29, 2019 meeting as presented. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to approve the claims filed with the County Auditor for payment in the amount of $530.70. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to place on file manure management plan updates from the following: Summit Pork I LLP, facility Buffalo 19, Sec. 19 of Buffalo Twp. and Pilot Grove Farms Inc., Sec. 31 of Buffalo Twp. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Ohrt second by Gissel to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 19-43 WHEREAS, the Buchanan County Auditor is an elected official and the Board of Supervisors does not consider nor appoint personnel for elected officials, but need to authorize payroll for the County Auditor. WHEREAS, the real estate specialist is a shared position between the Buchanan County Auditor and the Buchanan County Assessor. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Buchanan County, Iowa that the County Auditor is hereby authorized to issue biweekly paychecks on the General Basic Fund, Office of Auditor to Maureen Even, as a full-time real estate specialist. This will be in effect May 1, 2019. This is subject to the terms and conditions of the Courthouse Employee Policies without further action of this Board. Passed this 6th day of May 2019. The Board met with Community Services Director, Julie Davison; BCHC Administrator, Steve Slessor and Abbe Mental Health Center Executive Director, Kathy Johnson to discuss mental health services. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to approve Abbe Mental Health Center services at the BCHC and submit to the region for approval. All in favor, motion carried. Director Davison presented information on financing a position for mobile crisis. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to approve $30,000 of fund balance and submit to the region for approval. All in favor, motion carried. Director Davison and County Auditor, Cindy Gosse presented information on entering a
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE WINTHROP CITY COUNCIL May 08, 2019 The Winthrop City Council met in regular session on Wednesday, May 08, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. Mayor Gerald Dennie presiding. Council Members present: Melissa Hesner, Mark Kress, Ann Myers, and Lee White. Council Member Collin Whitney was absent Individuals Present: Deb Holt-Library Representative, Dave Bergfeld, Sean Baragary, PWD Shawn Curtis, and City Clerk Mary Ryan. M/S/C Kress, Hesner to approve the Consent Agenda: prior meeting minutes (April 03, 2019), current bills, McElroy’s Food Market and Speede Shop (Cigarette Permits), Erin Kelchen (Pool Board Member). All ayes. Deb Holt presented Library Activity Report. Clerk read Winthrop Days tentative activity list, provided by Sam Cocking. Beer Permit to be submitted to City Council in June. Sean Baragary presented information on unique circumstances for requesting a Special Building Permit Variance for construction of an accessory building. Items identified: property bordered on three sides by commercial property and adjacent lot identified in the past as having contaminated soils. M/S/C Myers, Kress to approve Baragary applying for Special Building Permit Variance to increase building sidewalls to fifteen (15) feet vs. code ten (10) feet. Accessory building roof to remain relative in height of existing dwelling. All ayes. Curtis to get bids for re-roofing small park shelter. 7:22 p.m. public hearing opened on Sandra Payne Annexation. No oral or written comments received. M/S/C White, Hesner to close the public hearing. All ayes. Public hearing closed at 7:23 p.m. M/S/C Kress, Myers to approve Resolution 19-10 (Approving Annexation of Sandra Payne Real Estate). All ayes. The City Council took up for consideration a resolution authorizing and approving a Loan and Disbursement Agreement and providing for the issuance and securing the payment of Sewer Revenue Bonds. After due consideration and discussion, Council Member Hesner introduced Resolution 19-11 and moved its adoption, seconded by Council Member White. The Mayor put the question upon the adoption of said resolution, and the roll being called, the following Council Members voted: Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White, Nays: None. Whereupon, the Mayor declared the resolution duly adopted. M/S/C Myers, Kress to approve purchasing Builder’s Risk Insurance, 2.34 million valuation, for Sewer Plant Upgrade Project; estimated cost $8500.00. All ayes. M/S/C Myers, Kress to accept sealed bids for solar generation at the sewer plant at City Council Meeting, Wednesday, June 5th, at 7:00 p.m., for solar generation for the Sewer Plant. All ayes. 7:40 p.m. Public Hearing opened on Ordinance #196, Amending Provisions Pertaining to Sewer Rates. Dave Bergfeld asked for explanation on what had been involved in determining amount of rate increase. State required City to meet with outside Financial Advisor (approved by State) to help determine rates needed to pay off State Revolving Loan Amount. Motion Hesner, second White to close public hearing. All ayes. Public hearing closed at 7:42 p.m. Motion Kress, second Myers to approve First Reading Ordinance #196. Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White, Nays: None. Motion carried. Motion Myers, second Hesner to approve waiving the second and third readings on Ord. #196. Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White, Nays: None. Motion carried. Motion to approve Ordinance #196, Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White, Nays: None. Motion carried. Ordinance #196 will be in effect after its publication as provided by law. ORDINANCE # 196 AN ORIDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WINTHROP, IOWA, BY AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO SEWER RATES (CHAPTER 99). BE IT ENACTED by the City Council of the City of Winthrop, Iowa: SECTION 1. CHAPTER MODIFIED. Chapter 99, Section 99.02, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Winthrop, Iowa, is repealed and the following adopted in lieu thereof: Chapter 99 SEWER RATES 99.02 RATES AND SERVICE: Sewer Service shall be furnished at the following monthly rates within the City: (Code of Iowa, Sec. 384.84) 1. First 1,000 gallons used per month @ $27.00 (minimum bill). 2. Next 9,000 gallons used per month @ $7.56 per 1,000 gallons.
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contract with ISAC for the updating of our HIPAA policy. After discussion, motion by Ohrt second by Gissel to approve the agreement with ISAC for customized HIPAA policies and procedures and join the HIPAA program for FY20 and authorize the Chairman to sign. All in favor, motion carried. County Engineer, Brian Keierleber presented information on updating the mailbox reimbursement policy. No action was taken until a new policy can be drafted. The Board met with Engineer Keierleber; Roads Superintendent, Rick Wendling and 30 residents to discuss the county road conditions. Engineer Keierleber and Board members addressed concerns. No official action was taken. Engineer Keierleber presented information on special permits to travel on embargoed roads. No official action was taken. Engineer Keierleber presented information on the sale of damaged road signs. No official action was taken. Engineer Keierleber presented agreements for Hwy. D-16 paved shoulders. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to approve the agreement between Buchanan County and the Iowa Department of Transportation for project # FM-TSF-C010(110)—5B-10, Iowa DOT Agreement #2020-TS-005 for the pavement of shoulders on Otterville Blvd. from county road W-13 to Iowa 150. All in favor, motion carried. County Auditor, Cindy Gosse presented resolution pertaining to the agreements for the county’s bond Trustee Agent. After discussion, motion by Ohrt second by Gissel to approve the following resolution. On roll call all voted aye thereon. Motion carried. RESOLUTION 19-44 Resolution consenting to assignment of Trustee Agent Agreements; Escrow Agent Agreements; and/or Paying Agent and Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreements WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors of Buchanan County, Iowa (the “County”), has adopted certain resolutions (the “Resolutions”) duly authorizing and providing for the issuance of certain bonds, notes or other obligations (collectively, the “Outstanding Obligations”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Resolutions, the County appointed Bankers Trust Company, Des Moines, Iowa (“Bankers Trust”), as the registrar and paying agent for the Outstanding Obligations and approved the execution of Paying Agent and Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreements with Bankers Trust with respect to the Outstanding Obligations; and WHEREAS, in connection with the issuance of certain Outstanding Obligations, the County may have also entered into certain Trustee Agent Agreements and/or Escrow Agent Agreements with Bankers Trust; and WHEREAS, UMB Bank, n.a. (“UMB”) will acquire the corporate trust business of Bankers Trust, and any existing Trustee Agent Agreements; Escrow Agent Agreements; and Paying Agent and Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreements (collectively, such Agreements are
hereinafter referred to as the “Agreements”) between the County and Bankers Trust will be assigned by Bankers Trust to UMB; and WHEREAS, Bankers Trust and UMB have requested that the County consent to the assignment of the Agreements; NOW, THEREFORE, It Is Resolved by the Board of Supervisors of Buchanan County, Iowa, as follows: Section 1. The County hereby consents to the assignment of the Agreements from Bankers Trust to UMB. The Chairperson and the County Auditor are hereby authorized to execute such documents as may be necessary to carry out the assignment of the Agreements, including the “Acknowledgment to Assignment” that has been prepared by Bankers Trust and presented to the County. Section 2. The effective date of the assignment of the Agreements shall be as set forth in the Acknowledgment to Assignment. Section 3. To the extent that the County has continuing disclosure requirements pursuant to Rule 15c2-12 of the Securities Exchange Act relative to the Outstanding Obligations, the County will cause a notice of the assignment of the Agreements to be posted on the MSRB Electronic Municipal Market Access (EMMA). Section 4. All resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Passed and approved this 6th day of May 2019. The Board discussed the request for the use of the courthouse lawn for the annual Bible reading marathon. No action was taken until additional information can be obtained. The Board discussed the Memorandum of Agreement between the State of Iowa Judicial Branch and Independence Community Schools. It was agreed the County Sheriff should also sign the agreement along with further review at the next scheduled Buchanan County Courthouse Security Committee. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to authorize the Chairman to sign the Memorandum of Agreement. All in favor, motion carried. Auditor Gosse presented the monthly financial report for April 2019. After discussion, motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried. Auditor Gosse presented the monthly financial report of the Health Trust for April 2019. After discussion, motion by Ohrt second by Gissel to accept the report. All in favor, motion carried. Discussion was held on the e-mail received from the Iowa Insurance Division regarding the 509A report. Auditor Gosse will respond to the e-mail with the proactive changes the county is making regarding the funding level of the health plan. Motion by Gissel second by Ohrt to adjourn at 11:46 a.m. All in favor, motion carried. Don Shonka, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor
3. Next 40,000 gallons used per month @ $6.48 per 1,000 gallons. 4. Over 50,000 gallons used per month @ $5.40 per 1,000 gallons. 5. East Buchanan School shall be charged a flat rate of $526.50 per month. SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any section, provision or part of this ordinance shall be adjudged invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 3. WHEN EFFECTIVE. The ordinance shall be in effect from and after its final passage, approval and publication as provided by law. Passed by the Council the 8th day of May, 2019 and approved this 8th day of May, 2019. M/S/C Hesner, White to proceed with Sponsored Project #2, Permeable Pavers behind City Hall, Shop and Fire Station; with remaining Sponsored Project Funds. All ayes. M/S/C White, Hesner to sign 5-year contract with Municipal Pipe Tool. All ayes. 7:50 p.m. public hearing opened on Ordinance #197, amending provisions pertaining to restricted residence district-Dwelling Unit-Minimum Square Footage. No oral or written comments. Motion Kress, second Myers to close public hearing. All ayes. Public hearing closed at 7:51 p.m. Motion Myers, second Hesner to approve First Reading Ordinance #197. Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White. Nays: None. Motion carried. Motion White, second Hesner to waive the second and third readings on Ord. #197. Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White. Nays: None. Motion carried. Motion Kress, second Myers to approve Ordinance #197. Ayes: Hesner, Kress, Myers and White. Nays: None. Motion carried. Ordinance #197 will be in effect after its publication as provided by law. ORDINANCE # 197 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WINTHROP, IOWA, BY AMENDING PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO RESTRICTED RESIDENCE DISTRICT (CHAPTER 120). BE IT ENACTED by the Council of the City of Winthrop, Iowa: SECTION 1. CHAPTER MODIFIED. Chapter 120, Section 120.06 (3) (J) Dwelling UnitMinimum Square Footage, of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Winthrop, Iowa, is added and the following adopted: Chapter 120 Section 120.06 (3)(J) Dwelling Unit-Minimum Square Footage 120.06 (3)(J) Dwelling Unit-Minimum Square Footage: All Dwelling Units must contain full walls separating it from the remaining structure and must be a minimum of: single story-1,000 square feet, two story-1400 square feet. Excludes: porches, porticoes and entryways in square footage calculation. SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY CLAUSE. If any section, provision or part of this ordinance shall be adjudged invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any section, provision or part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 3. WHEN EFFECTIVE. The ordinance shall be in effect from and after its final passage, approval and publication as provided by law. Passed by the Council the 8th day of May, 2019 and approved this 8th day of May, 2019. The City would like to acknowledge the passing of Virgil Bateman, past Council Member and lifelong volunteer for the City of Winthrop. M/SC Hesner, White to adjourn. All ayes. Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m. Subdivision Codebook Work Session was held at 6:00 p.m. Individuals present: Brian Schoon-INRCOG, Dennie, Myers, Kress, White, Curtis, Ryan and Gary McElroy. Preliminary Winthrop Draft Ordinance reviewed (page-by-page). Next meeting scheduled June 5th, 6:00 p.m. The public is invited. BILLS TO BE APPROVED MAY 08, 2019 COMPANY, PURPOSE AMOUNT PAYROLL 12,510.40 PAYROLL TAXES 3,232.66 I.P.E.R.S. 1,632.85 FLEXSENHAR, DAVE, PARK SEASONAL 240.00 ALLIANT, GAS & ELECTRIC 4,461.95 BUTVILLE, NANCY, WATER DEPOSIT REFUND 58.81 CARRICO AQUATIC RESOURCES, POOL TESTING SUPPLIES 120.29 POOL CHEMICALS 2,397.00 EAST BUCHANAN TELEPHONE, PHONE/FAX/INTERNET 225.72 ELLIOTT EQUIPMENT, STREET SWEEPER BROOMS 309.00
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Memorial Day and the traditional beginning of summer are quickly approaching. Unfortunately, with the increase in summer traffic we will also see a rise in traffic crashes and fatalities. Last year there were four traffic fatalities on Iowa roadways over the Memorial Day weekend; four deaths that may have been prevented. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in 2017 there were 10,076 unbuckled passenger vehicle occupants killed in crashes nationwide. A majority of those lives could have been saved if they had been wearing seat belts. The national Click It or Ticket campaign will take place May 20-June 2. State and local law agencies across the state will be stepping up seat belt enforcement with the goal of protecting you and your family. Seat Belt Myth Busters (based on national data from NHTSA) Vehicle Type: There seems to be a misconception among those who drive and ride in pickup trucks that their large vehicles will protect them better than other vehicles would in a crash. Fifty-nine percent of pickup truck occupants who were killed in 2017 were not buckled compared to 42% of car occupants. Seating Position: Too many people believe they are safe in the back seat unrestrained. Forty-six percent of all frontseat passenger killed in 2017 crashes were unbelted but 56% of those killed in the back seat were unbelted. Rural versus Urban: People who live in rural areas might believe that their chance of being in a crash is lower but in 2017 there were 12,786 passenger vehicle fatalities in rural locations compared to 10,316 fatalities in urban locations. Of those fatalities, 49% of those killed in rural locations were not wearing their seat belts compared to 44% in urban locations. The Iowa Department of Public Safety and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau want to remind all drivers of the importance of seat belt use. Buckle up every trip, every time!
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Study shows humble road ditches can play powerful nutrient reduction role New research suggests that water quality challenges in Iowa and nationally would be even greater if it weren’t for a little appreciated feature of the landscape: road ditches. “Road ditches are human-made, hydrologic pathways we take for granted,” said Keith Schilling, state geologist and director of the Iowa Geological Survey at the University of Iowa, who led the study funded by the Iowa Nutrient Research Center at ISU. “They are everywhere, criss-crossing our state,” Schilling said. “Our research shows they are already working to help filter our water and raises the question: How can we better realize their potential?” The scientists studied six ditches along paved and gravel roads in eastern Iowa’s Lime Creek watershed in Buchanan County, where nearly 80% of the land is in row crops. Using detailed geographic information system data, Schilling’s team estimated that about 30% of the watershed drains to road ditches. They analyzed soils, vegetation and surface and groundwater levels in the ditches. They monitored water quality upstream, midstream and downstream, looking at levels of nitrate-nitrogen, phosphorus, dissolved oxygen, salts and heavy metals. Based on similar studies in other parts of the country, Schilling said the team was not surprised to find soil and groundwater conditions within the ditches favorable for denitrification. They were surprised to see the extent of ditch’s processing capacity. Nitrate concentrations decreased an average of 60% in subsurface water from upstream to downstream locations in four of the six ditches. In the other two, nitrogen levels in water coming into the ditches were low enough that the ditches’ additional nutrient processing capacity did not have a significant impact. At nearly all sites, the ditches had rich, loamy, organic soils and shallow water tables that provided adequate anaerobic, or oxygen-poor, subsurface conditions for denitrifi-
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It was a disappointing end of the season for the Independence Boys Tennis team, as the local boys were eliminated in first round District action. In Singles action, Jerome Stivers lost to Kale Hendricks of Grundy Center 0-6, 0-6. Coach Joe Schmitz commented, “Jerome has been a great member of our tennis program for four years, who has improved every year with the program.” In the other Singles match, Ethan Vanderpool lost to Sai Damireddi of WaverlyShell Rock 1-6, 1-6. “Ethan did a great job this year as a first-year varsity player. I am looking forward to Ethan being one of our top returning players for next season.” In Doubles action, Robert Stivers and Mark Morkel drew the #1 seeded Doubles team from Waterloo Columbus in Buchanan/Haag. “The boys battled hard, but the Columbus pair was very tough and showed why they were seeded #1. Robert had a great Senior year, and really stepped up his game this year. Mark Morkel was a first year player for us this year, but did a fantastic job. We’re also looking forward to having Mark back next season for his senior year.” In the other Doubles match, Seniors Drew Evans and Braden Kayser battled very hard, but lost two very close sets to Waterloo Columbus’s Feldman/Mack. “The boys were able to get big wins in each set to make the score 6-6, before dropping identical 7-3 tie-breaker scores. Drew has had a great career with us, and had a very strong Senior year. Braden played fantastic tennis, and has really become a talented player for our program.” The coach continued, “We had tough draws in a very tough district. The boys had a very nice season, and should be proud of all the improvements they have made during the year.” Ending their Mustang tennis careers were seniors Drew Evans, Braden Kayser, Robert Stivers, Jerome Stivers, Tanner Stevens, Will Sill, and Foreign Exchange student Noriki Tanahashi from Japan. “Our Seniors have been great leaders for us this year, and they will be missed next season. Noriki was a pleasure to coach this year, and was a great addition to our program.”
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Buchanan Co. Master Gardeners receive excellence award
The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors convened a special meeting on April 25 to find out from County Treasurer Amy Wright (pictured) the status of the semi-annual report and balancing of the financial statements for Fiscal Year 2018. Board Chair Don Shonka asked Wright about the status of the reports because deadlines to submit them and to balance the financial statements have been missed. Wright replied that, “the software doesn’t total at the bottom of the sheet and I don’t know how to justify the general ledger by hand.” Shonka asked Wright what is taking so long, how she got to this point, and what help is needed to get it done. Wright replied that the beginning balances and balance sheets don’t match ... “I need help to do the balance sheet.” In an interview after the meeting, County Auditor Cindy Gosse said the Treasurer’s office and Auditor’s office began a conversion to new software in October 2017, moving accounts to the new software through March 2018. Gosse said the transition to the new software in the auditor’s office had gone smoothly, although minor “tweaks” are still being done. Treasurer Wright stated in the April 25 meeting that she has had trouble implementing the software and is not confident how things should be set up. Wright handed the supervisors a summary statement showing five accounts that currently don’t balance with amounts ranging from $1.86 to $12,819.71. Wright noted that she was not confident how things should be set up and needed help to do a balance sheet. Supervisor Gary Gissel asked, “How and why did we get here?” Wright replied that training on the new software was lacking. Gosse noted the software company had spent more time on the Buchanan County implementation than usual and extra training had been purchased. Gissel was joined by Gosse in asking Wright why accounts had not been balanced by hand, to which she replied, “It is off and I don’t know where.” Shonka reported he had researched CPA firms that could be contracted to balance the books, and the discussion turned to where the funds for the CPA firm would come from. Wright feels the supervisors should bear the cost as her assertion is that software training was lacking. The supervisors noted it was Wright’s responsibility to see the accounting was done and the funds would come from the treasurer’s budget. Story continues on page 5.
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Prairie schoolhouse project provides educational opportunities for youth and their families
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An old schoolhouse is seeing new life, thanks to the hard work of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener volunteers in Buchanan County. The schoolhouse was relocated to the Jesup Community School property in the 1990s, but over the years, community leaders saw a need for an aesthetic improvement. Working together, the group planted new flowerbeds, revitalized old flowerbeds, seeded prairie wildflowers and added pollinator-friendly plants. For their effort, the Buchanan County Master Gardeners were named the 2019 recipient of the Search for Excellence Award, an ISU Extension and Outreach award that recognizes Master Gardener projects that have made an impactful and innovative difference in Iowa communities. “These Master Gardeners have utilized funding, their teaching experience, and their Master Gardener training to enhance the prairie and schoolhouse, while teaching children about
types of plants, historic significance, and about the value of partnerships,” said Ashley Sherrets, Buchanan County Master Gardener Coordinator. “Although the city of Jesup is small, the impact from the Prairie Pioneer Schoolhouse Master Gardener project is grand and very impactful.” Nearly 400 Jesup school students have been involved with hands-on activities at the site, including the planting and establishment efforts, and ongoing lectures related to plants and outdoor life. The prairie schoolhouse project was led by Buchanan County Master Gardeners Mary Steuben, Ruth Hamilton, Ruth Schneider and Joellen Yeager. Story continues on page 24. Pictured from left: Ruth Schneider, Mary Steuben, and Ruth Hamilton with their Iowa Search for Excellence Award on the steps of Barclay #9 one-room schoolhouse. (Courtesy Photo)
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Buchanan Co. Master Gardeners receive excellence award
The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors convened a special meeting on April 25 to find out from County Treasurer Amy Wright (pictured) the status of the semi-annual report and balancing of the financial statements for Fiscal Year 2018. Board Chair Don Shonka asked Wright about the status of the reports because deadlines to submit them and to balance the financial statements have been missed. Wright replied that, “the software doesn’t total at the bottom of the sheet and I don’t know how to justify the general ledger by hand.” Shonka asked Wright what is taking so long, how she got to this point, and what help is needed to get it done. Wright replied that the beginning balances and balance sheets don’t match ... “I need help to do the balance sheet.” In an interview after the meeting, County Auditor Cindy Gosse said the Treasurer’s office and Auditor’s office began a conversion to new software in October 2017, moving accounts to the new software through March 2018. Gosse said the transition to the new software in the auditor’s office had gone smoothly, although minor “tweaks” are still being done. Treasurer Wright stated in the April 25 meeting that she has had trouble implementing the software and is not confident how things should be set up. Wright handed the supervisors a summary statement showing five accounts that currently don’t balance with amounts ranging from $1.86 to $12,819.71. Wright noted that she was not confident how things should be set up and needed help to do a balance sheet. Supervisor Gary Gissel asked, “How and why did we get here?” Wright replied that training on the new software was lacking. Gosse noted the software company had spent more time on the Buchanan County implementation than usual and extra training had been purchased. Gissel was joined by Gosse in asking Wright why accounts had not been balanced by hand, to which she replied, “It is off and I don’t know where.” Shonka reported he had researched CPA firms that could be contracted to balance the books, and the discussion turned to where the funds for the CPA firm would come from. Wright feels the supervisors should bear the cost as her assertion is that software training was lacking. The supervisors noted it was Wright’s responsibility to see the accounting was done and the funds would come from the treasurer’s budget. Story continues on page 5.
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Prairie schoolhouse project provides educational opportunities for youth and their families
By Steven C. Smith
An old schoolhouse is seeing new life, thanks to the hard work of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener volunteers in Buchanan County. The schoolhouse was relocated to the Jesup Community School property in the 1990s, but over the years, community leaders saw a need for an aesthetic improvement. Working together, the group planted new flowerbeds, revitalized old flowerbeds, seeded prairie wildflowers and added pollinator-friendly plants. For their effort, the Buchanan County Master Gardeners were named the 2019 recipient of the Search for Excellence Award, an ISU Extension and Outreach award that recognizes Master Gardener projects that have made an impactful and innovative difference in Iowa communities. “These Master Gardeners have utilized funding, their teaching experience, and their Master Gardener training to enhance the prairie and schoolhouse, while teaching children about
types of plants, historic significance, and about the value of partnerships,” said Ashley Sherrets, Buchanan County Master Gardener Coordinator. 9, 2019 “Although the$May city of Jesup 1 is small, the impact from the Prairie Pioneer Schoolhouse Master Gardener project is grand and very impactful.” Nearly 400 Jesup school students have been involved Est. Buchanan County Review 1892 with hands-on activities at the site, including plantCountytheTreasurer in the Buchanan Co. Master Gardeners receive excellence award ing and establishment Prairie schoolhouse project provides educational opportunities for youth hot seat efforts, and ongoingBy lectures and their families Steven C. Smith related Buchanan County By Susan DeBlieck types of plants, historic sigto plants andofThe outdoor life. Board Supervisors convened a An old schoolhouse is seenificance, and about the value The prairie schoolhouse special meeting on April 25 ing new life, thanks to the of partnerships,” said Ashley find out from County Treahard work of Iowa State UniSherrets, Buchanan County project was tosurer led by Buchanan Amy Wright (pictured) versity Extension and OutMaster Gardener Coordinator. the status ofGardeners the semi-annual reach Master Gardener volCounty Master “Although the city of Jesup report and balancing of the unteers in Buchanan County. is small, the impact from the Mary Steuben, Ruth Hamilfinancial statements for Fiscal The schoolhouse was rePrairie Pioneer Schoolhouse Year 2018. and Joellocated to the Jesup Comton, Ruth Schneider Master Gardener project is Board Chair Don Shonka munity School property grand and very impactful.” len Yeager. asked Wright about the stain the 1990s, but over the Nearly 400 Jesup school tus of the reports because deadlines to submit them and years, community leaders students have been involved Story continues on page 24. to balance the financial statements have been missed. saw a need for an aesthetic
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Wright replied that, “the software doesn’t total at the Pictured from left: Ruth Schneider, Mary Steuben, and bottom of the sheet and I don’t know how to justify the by hand.” Ruth Hamilton with their Iowa Searchgeneral for ledger Excellence Shonka asked Wright what is taking so long, how she Award on the steps of Barclay #9 one-room got to this point,schooland what help is needed to get it done. Wright replied that the beginning balances and balance house. (Courtesy Photo)
sheets don’t match ... “I need help to do the balance sheet.” In an interview after the meeting, County Auditor Cindy Gosse said the Treasurer’s office and Auditor’s office began a conversion to new software in October 2017, moving accounts to the new software through March 2018. Gosse said the transition to the new software in the auditor’s office had gone smoothly, although minor “tweaks” are still being done. Treasurer Wright stated in the April 25 meeting that she Submitted by Buchanan Co. Conservation Board has had trouble implementing the software and is not conMay is bursting in the county parks and the spring season fident hashow arrived. Nathings should be set up. Wright handed the supervisorsbirds, a summaryand statement ture trails are alive with blooming wildflowers and migrating a showing five accounts that currently don’t balance with amounts ranging from $1.86 bison calf was born May 1 at Fontana Park. Make plans now to enjoy to $12,819.71. Wrightparks noted that she was not confident how things should be set up and needed help to do a balance sheet. and natural areas. Supervisor Gary Gissel asked, “How and why did we get here?”fish, Wrighthunt, replied that Little advance thought is needed to plan a trip to hike, boat, bi-training on the new software was lacking. Gosse noted the software company had spent cycle, picnic, play disc golf, sit in an observation blind, or otherwise theCounty implementation than more time onenjoy the Buchanan usual and extra training had been purchased. Gissel was nature of Buchanan County. joined by Gosse in asking Wright why accounts had not Story continues on page 24.been balanced by hand, to which she replied, “It is off Pictured: A bison calf was born in the Fontana Park Wildlife Display May 1.and I don’t know where.” Shonka reported he had researched CPA firms that could be contracted to balance the books, and the discussion turned to where the funds for the CPA firm would come from. Wright feels the supervisors should Buchanan County Supervisors Gary Gissel and Clayton Buchanan County to join fellow citizens across the Unitedbear the cost as her assertion is that software training Ohrt met in regular session April 29; Don Shonka was States in recognizing this observance. was lacking. The superviabsent. The board approved a proclamation for National Several rezoning public hearings were held, and ap-sors noted it was Wright’s responsibility to see the acPreservation Month in May 2019. proved, as follows: counting was done and the would come from the Historic preservation is an effective tool for managing - Richard Hare request to rezone property in Homerfunds treasurer’s budget. growth and sustainable development, revitalizing neigh- Township, Section 11, one acre from “R-3” residential to Story continues on page 5.
May is bursting in Buchanan County parks!
Supervisors approve National Preservation Month proclamation
borhoods, fostering local pride, and maintaining community character while enhancing livability. ”This Place Matters” is the theme for this year’s National Preservation Month, co-sponsored by the Buchanan County Historic Preservation Commission and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The supervisors call upon the people of
“C” commercial with the condition the building is limited to storage. - Richard Hare request to rezone of property in Homer Township, Section 11, 7.2 acres from “R-3” residential and “A-1” agricultural to “R-1” residential. Story continues on page 4.
with hands-on activities at improvement. Working tothe site, including the plantgether, the group planted ing and establishment efforts, new flowerbeds, revitalized and ongoing lectures related old flowerbeds, seeded praito plants and outdoor life. rie wildflowers and added The prairie schoolhouse pollinator-friendly plants. project was led by Buchanan For their effort, the BuchanCounty Master Gardeners an County Master Gardeners Mary Steuben, Ruth Hamilwere named the 2019 recipiton, Ruth Schneider and Joelent of the Search for Excellen Yeager. lence Award, an ISU Extension and Outreach award that Story continues on page 24. recognizes Master Gardener projects that have made an Pictured from left: Ruth Schneider, Mary Steuben, and impactful and innovative difference in Iowa communities. Ruth Hamilton with their Iowa Search for Excellence “These Master Gardeners have utilized funding, their teachAward on the steps of Barclay #9 one-room schooling experience, and their Master Gardener training to enhance house. (Courtesy Photo) the prairie and schoolhouse, while teaching children about
May is bursting in Buchanan County parks! Submitted by Buchanan Co. Conservation Board
May is bursting in the county parks and the spring season has arrived. Nature trails are alive with blooming wildflowers and migrating birds, and a bison calf was born May 1 at Fontana Park. Make plans now to enjoy parks and natural areas. Little advance thought is needed to plan a trip to hike, boat, fish, hunt, bicycle, picnic, play disc golf, sit in an observation blind, or otherwise enjoy the nature of Buchanan County. Story continues on page 24. Pictured: A bison calf was born in the Fontana Park Wildlife Display May 1.
Supervisors approve National Preservation Month proclamation Buchanan County Supervisors Gary Gissel and Clayton Ohrt met in regular session April 29; Don Shonka was absent. The board approved a proclamation for National Preservation Month in May 2019. Historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and sustainable development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride, and maintaining community character while enhancing livability. ”This Place Matters” is the theme for this year’s National Preservation Month, co-sponsored by the Buchanan County Historic Preservation Commission and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The supervisors call upon the people of
Buchanan County to join fellow citizens across the United States in recognizing this observance. Several rezoning public hearings were held, and approved, as follows: - Richard Hare request to rezone property in Homer Township, Section 11, one acre from “R-3” residential to “C” commercial with the condition the building is limited to storage. - Richard Hare request to rezone of property in Homer Township, Section 11, 7.2 acres from “R-3” residential and “A-1” agricultural to “R-1” residential. Story continues on page 4.
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Submitted by Buchanan Co. Conservation Board
May is bursting in the county parks and the spring season has arrived. Nature trails are alive with blooming wildflowers and migrating birds, and a bison calf was born May 1 at Fontana Park. Make plans now to enjoy parks and natural areas. Little advance thought is needed to plan a trip to hike, boat, fish, hunt, bicycle, picnic, play disc golf, sit in an observation blind, or otherwise enjoy the nature of Buchanan County. Story continues on page 24.
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Buchanan County Supervisors Gary Gissel and Clayton Ohrt met in regular session April 29; Don Shonka was absent. The board approved a proclamation for National Preservation Month in May 2019. Historic preservation is an effective tool for managing growth and sustainable development, revitalizing neighborhoods, fostering local pride, and maintaining community character while enhancing livability. ”This Place Matters” is the theme for this year’s National Preservation Month, co-sponsored by the Buchanan County Historic Preservation Commission and the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The supervisors call upon the people of
Buchanan County to join fellow citizens across the United States in recognizing this observance. Several rezoning public hearings were held, and approved, as follows: - Richard Hare request to rezone property in Homer Township, Section 11, one acre from “R-3” residential to “C” commercial with the condition the building is limited to storage. - Richard Hare request to rezone of property in Homer Township, Section 11, 7.2 acres from “R-3” residential and “A-1” agricultural to “R-1” residential. Story continues on page 4.
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