The Leon Journal-Reporter - April 6, 2022

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LEON, IOWA 50144, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2022

P.O. Box 580, 111 NW. 2nd, Leon, IA 50144 E-mail: JRNEWS@GRM.NET VOLUME 93 - NUMBER 10

CD Drama to Present Radium Girls this Weekend The Central Decatur High School Drama Department, under the direction of Cierra Fountain, is proud to present the play, Radium Girls, at the SCIT theatre, April 8, 9, and 10. There will be 3 performances: Apr. 8 at 7:00 p.m.; Apr. 9 at 7:00 p.m.; and Apr. 10 at 2:00 p.m.

In 1926, radium was a miracle cure— until the girls who painted watch dials began to fall ill with a mysterious disease.

Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Her chief adversary is her former employer, Arthur Roeder, an idealistic man who cannot bring himself to believe that the same element that shrinks tumors could have anything to do with the terrifying rash of illnesses among his employees.

As the case goes on, however, Grace finds herself battling not just with the U.S. Radium Corporation, but with her own family and friends, who fear that her campaign for

Radium Girls l-r: Abram Hall - Charlie Lee/Reporter; Seth Reed - Arthur Roeder; and Addie Graham - Diane Roeder/Sob Sister.

justice will backfire.

The cast includes: Seth Reed - Arthur Roeder; Jake Smith Dr. Von Sochocky/Dr. Knef; Dayson Short - Tom Kreider; Reece Hill - Fredrick Flinn/ Lovesick Cowboy/The Court; Abram Hall Charlie Lee/Reporter; Chase Smith - Edward Markley/Store Owner; Reese O'Dell - Daniel Lehman/Male Shopper/Martland; Anden Radium Girls l-r: Maggie Layton - Kathryn Schaub; Kendra Williams Hall - Raymond Berry/ Irene Rudolph/Customer; Aries McGuire - Mrs. MacNeil/Elderly Widow; Venecine Salesman; and Cade Clark - Grace Fryer.

Little River Chorus Concert April 9 and 10

The Little River Chorus is preparing for a concert "It's All About Love" scheduled for Saturday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 10 at 3:00 p.m. at Loving Chapel United Methodist Church in Leon.

This year, choir members include the following: The ladies: Tiffani Martin, Evie Trowbridge, Lori Jones, Jan Chambers, Barb Dunsdon and Deb Walling. The gentlemen: John Dunsdon, Tanner Bettin, Lorren Helton, Bill Marker, and Dennis Burlingame. The accompanist is Lori Taylor and director is Bob Redman.

A free will offering will be collected to benefit those in the community in need.

Hy-Vee Stops Weekly Flyers

Kendra Williams Irene Rudolph/Customer; Cadi Smith - Photographer/Shopgirl; Payton Phillips Mrs. Fryer; Addie Graham - Diane Roeder/ Sob Sister; Adrianna Benda - Harriet Roeder/Katherine Wiley; Aries McGuire - Mrs. MacNeil/Elderly Widow; Cade Clark - Grace Fryer; Maggie Layton - Kathryn Schaub; Morgan Thompson Clerk; and Crew: Jazzy Byrd - Lightboard Operator, Dean Layton - Spotlight Operator, and Janelle Thompson - Projection Designer and Operator.

According to a release by Universal Media, the advertising There will no longer agency for Hy-Vee, the be weekly ad flyers in- decision follows extenserted into the paper, a sive discussion and exdecision that was made amination of the changby HyVee’s corporate es in both the news and office. Last week was retail industries, and as the final week a Hy-Vee competition increases flyer will be included in and consumer habits evolve and drive them the J-R. To find out what to meet new challengspecials are going on at es.

A “digital first” the Hy-Vee store ahead strategy is integrated of their trip to the store, customers will into a holistic approach now have to look online to the customer journey. or use a smartphone.

Two-Story Leon Home Destroyed A two-story Leon home was destroyed by fire Saturday afternoon, April 2.

At approximately 12:30 p.m., the Leon Fire Department was called to the home of Tracy and Cheri Friend located on the corner

Fish Fry at St. Brendan's

St. Brendan’s Catholic Church will host a Fish Fry April 8, serving from 5:00 p.m.

– 7:00 p.m. in the basement of the church located at 1001 NW Church Street. Enter at the SE corner of the building.

also summoned for more manpower.

The departments battled the blaze for of SE Idaho and SE over two hours. The 2nd Street.

Leon Fire Department When firemen ar- was called back to the rived on scene, they scene later that evewere met with thick ning and again Sunday plumes of black smoke morning as flare-ups and flames bellowing continued to happen. from the south side of The home suffered the home. The Lamoni extensive fire, water Fire Department was

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Leon City Council Meeting April 11

The regular monthly meeting of the Leon City Council will be held Monday, April 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the council chambers at the city hall.

Lifeguard Applications Needed

As of Monday afternoon, April 4, the City of Leon has received ZERO lifeguard applications. If the city does not have guards, they will not be able to open the pool.

Applications can be picked up from the Leon City Hall or printed from their website: https://www.cityofle oniowa.com.

Applications can also be picked up at the Central Decatur High School office and must be turned back in to the City Hall. and smoke damage, with a majority of the interior being gutted after the initial blaze.

Also assisting at the scene were the Decatur County Ambulance and Decatur County Sheriff’s Department.

A cause was undetermined and no estimate of loss was given.

Easter Week Church Services

The following Churches have submitted details about their Easter Services.

St. Brendan Catholic Church in Leon will hold Holy LVFD Pancake Thursday Mass on April 14 beginning at Breakfast The Leon Volunteer 4:30 p.m. On April 15, Fire Department will there will be a Good be holding its annual Friday Service at Noon.

Pancake Breakfast on An Easter Vigil will be Saturday, April 9 from held on April 16 begin7:00 a.m. to Noon at the ning at 7:30 p.m. fire station. It will be a Weldon Fellowship free will donation.

Methodist Church will hold Good Friday Services on April 15 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Easter services will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 17.

High Point United Methodist Church, located at the junction of Highway 2 and County Road 320th Ave. east of Leon, will be performing a live reenactment of the Last Supper on Wednesday, April 13 beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Easter Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 17.

The Loving Chapel United Methodist Church in Leon will be having Easter Services at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 17.

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Leon will hold Easter Monday morning, April 4, newly appointed Decatur County Auditor, services at 11:00 a.m.

Charlene Hoover took the oath of office before beginning her first day on on Sunday, April 17. the job. Hoover was welcomed by Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Lamoni First Dan Christensen, left, and Supervisor Ward Graham. Supervisor Bob Bell Baptist will have a 7:00 was not pictured. She will fill the office vacated by the resignation of for- a.m. sunrise service mer Auditor Stephanie Daughton. The vacant office will appear on the and breakfast on April June 7, 2022 Primary Election ballot. Hoover’s appointment will be valid 17. Church service will until the results of the November 8, 2022 General Election are certified. follow at 9:30 a.m.

Supervisors Appoint Charlene Hoover as Decatur County Auditor

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Leon Easter Celebration Planned for April 9 Plan on attending this year’s Leon Easter Celebration sponsored by the Leon Chamber of Commerce.

The event will be held on Saturday, April 9, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Note the date change.

The annual Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 10:00 a.m. on the courthouse lawn. This will be for children ages toddler through 3rd grade.

Following the hunt, there will be games and

a special appearance by the Easter Bunny himself. Bring your cameras.

Prior to the hunt, the Leon Library will be announcing the winner of their coloring contest.

Refer to the ad on page 12 for a list of specials that local businesses will be offering. For more information contact Marcia Stephens at 641-3442864.

Holy Week Prayer Breakfasts Monday, April 11 - Friday, April 15 7:00 - 7:45 a.m.

Monday, April 11 - Host: Our Savior Lutheran Church, Speaker: Rev. Daryl Thompkins Tuesday, April 12 - Host: Living Hope Church, Speaker: Rev. Jeremy Quigley Wednesday, April 13 - Host: St. Brendan’s Catholic Church Speaker: Deacon Reiny Kunze Thursday, April 14 - Host: Leon Assembly of God Speaker: Rev. Joshua Hostetler Friday, April 15 - Host: Loving Chapel UMC Speaker: Elder John Dunsdon Sponsored by the Decatur County Ministerial Alliance

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, April 6, 2022

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DEATH NOTICE BUCY, Bonnie Elaine, 96, of Bonita Springs, Florida, and formerly of Leon, Iowa, died on Saturday, February 26, 2022, in Bonita Springs.

A joint visitation with husband Wayne Bucy will be held from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Slade-O'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon, Iowa, with a brief graveside service following in the Leon Cemetery, Leon, Iowa.

Survivors include her daughter, Carolle Kinney and husband, Robert, of Bonita Springs, Florida and son, Jeff Bucy and wife, Dena.

TELLIER, Ron "Frog", 76, of Davis City, Iowa, died on Saturday, April 2, 2022, in the Ringgold County Hospital in Mt. Ayr. Arrangements are pending through the Slade-O'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon, Iowa.

GUNZENHAUSER, Karla Lee, 79, of Humeston, Iowa, died on Friday, April 1, 2022, at the Chariton Specialty Care Center in Chariton, Iowa. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at the Humeston Christian United Methodist Church. Interment was held in the Humeston Cemetery, Humeston, Iowa.

Arrangements are through the SladeO'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon, Iowa.

BUCY, Wayne, 100, of Memorials may be Bonita Springs, Florida, given to the Humeston and formerly of Leon, Christian United MethIowa, died on Saturday, odist Church or the April 2, 2022. A joint Humeston Library. visitation with wife Bonnie Bucy will be SMITH, Mary Frances, held from 10:00 - 11:00 90, of Leon, Iowa and a.m. on Tuesday, April former resident of 12, 2022, at the Slade- Chillicothe, Missouri, O'Donnell Funeral died on Friday, April Home of Leon, Iowa, 1, 2022, at the Decatur with a brief graveside County Hospital in service following in the Leon, Iowa. Funeral Leon Cemetery, Leon, services were held at Iowa.

1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Survivors include April 5, 2022, at the his daughter, Carolle Highview Baptist Kinney and husband, Church in Chillicothe.

Robert, of Bonita Interment was held Springs, Florida and at Braden Cemetery, son, Jeff Bucy and wife, Coloma, Missouri.

Dena.

Arrangements were FISHER, Robert "Bob" Dean, 74, of Lamoni, Iowa, died on Thursday, February 10, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2022, at the Bloomington Community of Christ Church north of Lamoni. Arrangements are through the SladeO'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon, Iowa.

Survivors include his wife, Linda Fisher.

EASTON, Cheryl Kaye, 75, died on Friday, April 1, 2022, at Pella, Iowa.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at the Slade - O'Donnell Funeral Home in Leon, with Pastor Terry D. Roberts officiating.

Interment will follow in the Leon Cemetery, Leon, Iowa.

Dr. Bryan Nowlin

Lamoni Family Care Chiropractic 303 S. Linden Lamoni, Iowa

Call 641-784-6677

Mon.-Thurs. - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Friday - 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Evenings by appointment

through Lindley Funeral Home of Chillicothe.

Memorial contributions may be made to EveryStep Hospice of Mt. Ayr, Iowa, and/ or Decatur County Hospital Giving Tree of Leon, Iowa.

was a member of Leon Bible Church, Leon, Iowa. She was a former member of Highview Baptist Church, Chillicothe, Missouri. Mary was a Godly woman, serving her Lord and her church faithfully, and was a dedicated Pastor’s wife. She enjoyed spending time with her friends at the Meal Site. She also enjoyed reading. Mary dearly loved her family, they were her whole life. She enjoyed keeping up with the activities of her children and grandchildren.

She had a sharp mind, and stayed up on all of the current events of her family.

Survivors include two sons, Gary Smith and wife Andrea of St. Clair Shores, Michigan, and Kevin Smith and wife Tammy of Lebanon, Missouri; two daughters, Linda Owens and husband Will of Kearney, Missouri, and Sheryl Easton of Leon, Iowa; twelve grandchildren; twenty-one great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Eldon Francis Smith; one infant son, Larry Smith; one son-inlaw, Dale Easton; one grandson, Nicholas Easton; three brothers, Roy Jones, John M. Jones, and Gomer Earl Jones; and two sisters, Nancy Hutcherson and Annie Hughes.

OBITUARIES MARY FRANCES SMITH Mary Frances Smith, age 90, of Leon, Iowa, and former resident of Chillicothe, Missouri, entered her heavenly home on Friday, April 1, 2022, at Decatur County Hospital, Leon, Iowa.

Mary was born the daughter of Sam and Ruth (Munden) Jones on November 4, 1931, in Avalon, Missouri. She was a graduate of Chillicothe High School. Mary was united in marriage to Eldon Francis Smith on March 2, 1952, in Carrollton, Missouri. He preceded her in death on June 18, 1992. She worked as a Med Tech at Morningside Center in Chillicothe, Missouri, for over 20 years. She

KARLA LEE GUNZENHAUSER Karla Lee Gunzenhauser, age 79, of Humeston, Iowa, was the daughter of Kermit Nicholson Mendell and Lydia Ruth (Frieden) Mendell. She was born into this world at the Ellsworth Hospital, Ellsworth, Iowa on February 21, 1943.

Karla died at Chariton Specialty Care Center in Chariton, Iowa on Friday, April 1, 2022.

Karla was welcomed by an older sister, Karen. The family lived on a farm near Popejoy, Iowa when she started school and later moved to another farm south of Rockwell, Iowa where she continued her education at

the Rockwell Community School, graduating in 1961. She then enrolled at the Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, Iowa. After earning her teaching degree, she accepted a position at the Hubbard Community School, teaching 5th grade for five years.

Karla married Paul Edgar Gunzenhauser on June 21, 1970. They started their married life on a farm Paul owned north of Garden Grove, Iowa. While engaged, Karla designed a new house for them to be built on the farm.

They were blessed with two children, Kathy Ann and Robert Alan.

Many happy hours were spent on the farm as the children grew.

Karla’s hobbies included reading, watching TV, and working with wood. She carved 20 caricatures of fictional characters. But in recent years her interest turned to model railroading. Paul and Karla joined the Central Iowa Garden Railroad Society in 1998.

The scale is G scale and she developed a layout in the back yard and one in the basement.

Her talent turned into building model buildings.

She produced over 30 structures and had trains running among them.

She enjoyed local history and genealogy. She was a member of the Iowa Mormon Trail Association; PEO, Chapter AN in Humeston until its closure; and the Humeston Christian United Methodist Church.

When the city of Humeston restored the Union Depot, Karla became the curator and developed a railroad museum. Karla greeted many visitors to the museum.

Karla leaves the following to mourn: her husband of 51 years, Paul Gunzenhauser of Humeston, Iowa; daughter, Kathy DeKoter and husband, Jeff of Chatham, Ontario, Canada; son, Robert Gunzenhauser and

wife, Jacallyn of Humeston, Iowa; grandchildren, Calvin, William, Amelia, and Ben DeKoter and Graydon, Madallyn, and Emersen Gunzenhauser; several cousins; and other relatives and friends.

DCH Corner

Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month

Each year, April is recognized as Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month.

Annually, 60,000 Americans are newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and more than one million Americans and 10 million people worldwide are currently living with the neurodegenerative disease.

Parkinson’s disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s, and is the 14th-leading cause of death in the United States.

Parkinson’s disease is commonly known for its movement or motor-related symptoms which can include tremors; difficulty with balance, swallowing, chewing and speaking; and cognitive impairment.

However, people living with Parkinson’s are often more impacted by non-motor symptoms like apathy, depression, sleep behavior disorders, loss of sense of smell, and cognitive impairment.

The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease is expected to increase substantially in the next 20 years due to the aging population.

Currently, there is no cure for Parkinson’s, but there are medications and treatments to live well with the condition.

In the DCH Outpatient Clinic, we offer diagnosis, treat(continued on page 7)

April 8

SCIT Theatre Main Street - Leon, Iowa - (641) 446-7444

Walk-ins Welcome Decatur County Public Health

IMMUNIZATION CLINICS

The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month: ** For ages 18 and younger **

Walk In Wednesday for COVID vaccine from 8:30 to 11:30 and between 1-4. We have Pfizer & Moderna.

Call 641-446-6518 for an appointment to schedule your child for immunizations.

There are specific immunization requirements for students entering Kindergarten, 7th and 12th grade. *We have COVID vaccine available for ages 12 and up.*

Flu Shots 340 B accepted.

All Medicare/Medicaid Accepted FREE DELIVERY IN DECATUR COUNTY Open: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mon-Fri 8:30 to 12:30 p.m. Saturday

Pharmacy 204 N. Main - Leon - 446-4136

Central Decatur Drama Dept.

Presents:

Radium Girls a one act play - live on stage SHOW TIMES: Friday, April 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 10 at 2:00 p.m.

Tickets are $5 for students/adults and available in advance at centraldecatur.hometownticketing.com/embed/all.

You can also purchase them at the high school office or with cash at the door.

When purchasing tickets, we ask that you pay attention to the seating chart to determine where the rows are related to the stage. The front middle row of seats are not available and are not displayed in the seating chart. Row 1 starts at the back of the theater.

MOVIE - Coming Soon: April 15: Morbius

The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Social News Happy 98th Birthday

The Family of

Vernon Binning Would like to honor his

98th Birthday with a Card Shower on Thursday, April 7, 2022.

Cards may be sent to:

Vernon Binning 310 N. Main Apt. 318 Osceola, IA 50213

Vern is still driving and drives to Leon once in a while for pie. He has also been a Leon JournalReporter subscriber for over 70 years.

Fish for Stocking Lakes and Ponds 6-8” and 8-10” Catfish, Redear Sunfish, Minnows, Bluegills, Hybrid Bluegills, Bass, Grass Carp, Crappies

Call 641-874-5907

Cash or Checks ONLY

Saturday, April 16 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Leon Smith Feeder Supply

Please bring your own POND water. Taking walleye orders for Fall delivery.

Private Deliveries Available. Fish Farm open by Appointment.

Leon Vol. Fire Department ANNUAL

Pancake Breakfast Saturday, April 9 7:00 a.m. to Noon Leon Fire Station FREE WILL DONATION

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Southwest Iowa Genealogy Conference Returns April 23

After a two-year absence because of Covid-19, the Union County Genealogical Society will host the annual Southwest Iowa Genealogy Conference from 8:30 am to 3:45 pm on April 23 at the Pantry Event Center (formerly the O'Riley Center) located at 417 Wyoming Avenue, Creston. Registration will be from 8:30-9:20 am.

Alice Hoyt Veen of Prairie Roots Research will present four sessions throughout the day. Topics will include Immigration Records and Passenger Lists, Beginning Colonial New England Research, Finding Your Ancestors in Pre-statehood Records, as well as Analyzing Resources, Information, and Evidence.

Ms. Hoyt Veen is a Board-Certified Genealogist, a full-time professional researcher and educator whose specialties include Midwestern and territorial research, land, and military records.

She has spoken at national, regional, and state conferences, and for numerous Iowa organizations.

Registration fees include lunch and snacks. Attendees who are not current society members can join the day of the conference to get the member rate.

They are then eligible to receive discounts on other events as well as all the other benefits of membership.

For more details about the presentations, check the Events page on the Society's website, https://unioncgs.org. and register by clicking on The Roots Seller Shop.

Registrations can also be made by picking up a brochure at a local library, e-mailing unioncgs@gmail.com, or by calling 515-868-1415.

Leon Community Meal Menu

(Subject to Change) Reservations are REQUIRED by 10:00 a.m. for next day 446-4555 *Bread/butter, milk and dessert included.

Wed., Apr. 6 Sloppy Joes, mac and cheese, baked beans, mixed vegetables Thurs., Apr. 7 Tater tot casserole and green beans Fri., Apr. 8 - BBQ bacon cheddar grilled chicken sandwich and fries Mon., Apr. 11 Grilled turkey burger, jalapenos cheese, potato wedges, carrots Tues., Apr. 12 Szechuan chicken, steamed white rice, fortune cookies Wed., Apr. 13 Shrimp scampi linguini pasta, spring vegetable medley.

5 Generations

Five generations are pictured l-r: William Jensen, grandfather; Evelyn Jensen, great great grandmother holding Avery Morgan; Bob Jensen, great grandfather; and Alexis Jensen, mother.

Iowa Introduces New Quality Rating and Improvement System for Child Care Providers A new quality rating system for Iowa's child care providers, Iowa Quality for Kids (IQ4K), rolled out statewide on April 1, 2022.

IQ4K is available for all DHS licensed Child Care Centers and preschools, registered Child Development Homes, and programs operating under the authority of an accredited school district or nonpublic school.

IQ4K is a voluntary program that offers a way for child care providers to assess their current level of quality across all areas of their programming and devise a structured plan for improvement. The new system provides guidelines and benchmarks to help providers build off successes, identifying five levels of quality that can be achieved. After reaching a new quality level, providers will be eligible to receive bonuses and may receive higher Child Care Assistance reimbursements that can be used for any area of their business.

"Iowa's child care providers want the best for the children, families and communities they serve and share our commitment to quality. IQ4K recognizes and rewards the progress they make, while offering guidance and incentives to continue these improvements," said Julie Allison, State Child Care Administrator.

"It's a win for Iowa's child care providers, who will have increased support to achieve their quality goals. And it's a win for Iowa families, who will have the assurance that their child is receiving the best care

P.E.O. Meeting Apr. 7

possible."

To learn more about IQ4K, or the benefits for parents and providers, visit iowaccrr.org/providers/ iq4k/.

Leon Chamber Meeting April 7

Chapter W PEO, will meet at the Fireside Room of the Leon Methodist Church.

Jan Redman will serve as the co-hostess on Thursday, April 7, with refreshments beginning at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting to follow.

Joy Evertsen will give the program. a regular meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 7, at the Decatur County Hospital.

Leon Chamber of Commerce will hold

FEATURING...

a Home Cooked Meal every Wednesday

DAILY SPECIALS

APRIL DRINK SPECIALS Strawberry Cupcake Latte & Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Frappe

■breakfast ■ sandwiches ■salads ■pies ■bread

*Call for Curbside Take-Out* (641) 446-7437 200 N. Main Suite C - Leon

Live Bait Fishing Tackle & Supplies

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sat. 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.

OPEN

Little River Lake by the beach

Fishing & Hunting Licenses Ice, Beverages, Snacks, Firewood OPEN HOURS:

Monday 8:00 a.m. - Noon Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - Noon Wednesday CLOSED Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sunday 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

641-446-8909

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, April 6, 2022

TWICE TOLD TALES 20 YEARS AGO (April 3, 2002) Ground breaking ceremonies were held for the new construction and remodeling at the Central Decatur Junior-Senior High School, under CD Superintendent Steve Williams.

The family of Mr. and Mrs. George Phelps of Davis City held an open house celebrating their 65th Wedding Anniversary.

Time was running out to place your advertising for the 2002 issue of the Grand River Mutual Telephone Directory.

Tailored Threads in Lamoni celebrated their 5th anniversary through the month of April.

Decatur Family Pharmacy was selling Kleenex for $1.19 for a box of 160; box of 50 spot Band-Aids or 30 assorted or 10 extra large for $1.49 each; 100 count Bayer aspirin for $5.29; or 2.4 ounces Fixodent for $3.69.

The Decatur County Head Start children and parents enjoyed visiting the petting zoo organized by the Central Trail FFA. CD senior spotlights were: Tasha Ann McCleary, daughter of Sue and Donnie McCleary; Mayagi Kanako, American daughter of Kay Herring-Spaulding; and Zachary Scott Nall, son of Roger and Tabra Percell.

50 Years Ago (April 6, 1972) The Pony Express Riders who rode through Decatur County on their way to Camp Sunnyside collected $1,162.56. Over 70 riders participated in the route up Highway 69 in snow, drizzle and sparse sunshine.

Clarke County contributed $937.27 and Warren County $632.88.

Riders from across the state enjoyed food and a dance at the camp.

The state-wide total was over $58,000 for the year.

The Blackwood Brothers were planning a concert in the high school gym on April 10.

The group first became known in 1954 when they appeared on the Arthur Godfrey Show.

Allen Ropp became insurance agency manager for the Decatur County Farm Bureau April 1. He and his family lived east of Weldon.

Phil Eastin, who had been employed for the City of Leon since 1955 retired from that position.

Mr.. and Mrs. Homer Hershberger of Leon became the parents of Rita Joy on March 23 at the Decatur County Hospital.

Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Johnson of Van Wert announced the engagement of their daughter Lorraine to Rick Hartley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Lane of Leon.

A June wedding was planned.

Several tires were slashed at Leon businesses one evening.

Those businesses reporting damaged tires were B&E Motor, Daily Chevrolet Buick, Kelley Auto Repair and Spidle Used Cars. Also punctured were tires on the cars of Chet Kindred, Ted Mertz and Don Brown, whose cars were parked in their own driveways.

75 YEARS AGO (April 3, 1947) Music Contest Finals at Washington – Lamoni made a fine showing at the prestate high school music contest in Albia. They won nine first place ratings and two second places. Leon won two first and rated two seconds. Leon's entries in the state contest were in the piano solo division. They were Joyce Fulton and Nancy Fender. Barbara Rhode placed second in the same event at Albia.

First place winners of Lamoni who went on to state were Joan Amsberry, soprano solo; French horn solo, Victor White; French horn solo, Donna Rae Derry; French horn quartet; tuba solo, John Muceus; clarinet quartet; brass sextet; brass quartet; concert band.

Leon Boy Called to Centralia – In a letter written to his wife who was living in Leon, Miton Bohenkamp, a student at the School of Embalming, St. Louis, Mo., stated that he had been called with three other students to go to Centralia, Ill., the scene of the terrible mine disaster, to assist with the caring for the bodies of men brought from the mine. Milton stated that the call came from Centralia and he was one of the fellows chosen to go.

Sailed for Korea – Major Charles

Horn, son of Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Horn of Leon, who had been stationed at Fort Sill, Okla., sailed from Seattle, Wash. to Korea and was later transferred to Japan.

Marriage Licenses – Robert McGrath and Ruth Waechter; Archie Stuteville and Pearl Bixby.

Mrs. Nile Mendenhall taught school three days at Bradney as Miss Massey was ill with the flu.

Mr. and Mrs. Vern Binning of Leon, Mr. and Mrs. Edmund Price and family and Mr. and Mrs. Don Price of Van Wert helped Mr. Price celebrate his birthday.

Dons had just returned from California where they had spent the winter.

Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Northrup arrived home from Denver, Colo. where they had been visiting their daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Gibson Nesbitt and children.

Their new grandson was named Harvey George Nesbitt.

Mrs. Ola Potts returned to her home in Garden Grove. Mrs. Sarah Barr was staying with her.

The Comegys purchased the lot formerly owned by Dr. McNay and fixed up the garage to live in until they could build a house.

100 YEARS AGO (April 6, 1922) Recital Pleased Large Audience – Mabel Bradley presented Helen Hansell, Alberta Hamilton and Francis Cherrington in a piano and violin recital at the Methodist Church. Several remarked that the concert given by these 13-year-old young people equaled some of the best lyceum numbers.

Dined with President Harding – Mr. and

Boy Scouts Hold Food Drive

Boy Scout Troop 102 of Leon hosted a Food Drive on Saturday, March 12th, from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm in front of Hy-Vee. The Scouts transported the donated food and paper products to the Methodist Church where it was sorted into boxes. Each scout received 8 hours of community service as one of the requirements for the Citizenship in the Community Merit Badge. Several boxes of non-perishable food, hygiene, and paper products were collected and donated to South Central Iowa Community Action Program (Leon Food Pantry). The Boy Scouts appreciated the community for their support, the donors that stopped by, and Troy McBroom of SCICAP for working with them.

Mrs. Grant McPherrin of Des Moines, former Garden Grove residents, were guests of President Harding at a dinner given at the White House in Washington, D.C. Mr. McPherrin was chairman of the war finance corporation Iowa agency and had been in Washington conferring with the heads of the war finance corporation. He reported conditions greatly improving all over the nation.

County Declamatory Contest Was Held – The Decatur County Declamatory Contest was held at a the Presbyterian Church in this city. The various high schools of the county participated. Frances Louise Penniwell represented Leon in the

contest.

Marrriage Licenses – Fred Dunham and Thelma Horn. Burbank Halstead and Florence Maxine Heather were married in New Sharon.

Harley Ramsey, Dewey Hatfield and Earl Grimm played ball at Grand River.

Miss Pearl Sullivan called on Miss Madeline Silvers.

Mr. and Mrs. Vigo Rasmussen of Van Wert spent the day with Mrs. Rasmussen's parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.L. Boggs of LeRoy. Mr. and Mrs. E.P. Hamilton spent the day at the Dolph Konklin home.

Mr. and Mrs. Guy McCullough and children, Mr. and Mrs. Dewey McCullough and

Mr. and Mrs. James Hill spent the day with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hill.

Mr. and Mrs. Herman Tiedje and Alpharetta spent the day at the home of Mrs. Tiedje's parents, Mr. and Mrs. F.L. Clanton.

Neil Sink of Van Wert was a Murray visitor.

Mr. and Mrs. Glen Petticord visited Mr. and Mrs. Charles Keim and son.

Pearl and Esther Machlan spent the weekend with Esther Bulkeley near Van Wert.

Margaret Meek, who taught in the Des Moines public schools, came down to visit a few days with her parents, County Auditor and Mrs. G.A. Meek.

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CORRESPONDENTS

Grand River

MELINDA MACKEY We had a wonderful weekend with Wyatt with our 'all the holidays' dinner. We'll miss him a lot when he ships out!

It has always interested me how families came to live in Grand River, where they are from and how they made their lives in Grand River, and in some cases; connected to great events. This is one of them.

From 1887: "FRANCIS ROSS, farmer, lived on section 32, Long Creek Township, where he owned 110 acres of land. He was born in Pennsylvania in 1811, son of Thomas and Catharine (Lephart) Ross, the former of Scotch and the latter of French ancestry.

He was a great-grandson of the celebrated George Ross, who signed the Declaration of Independence, and was one of the framers of the Constitution of the United States; also one of the framers of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.

Mr. Ross was reared in his native state, came to Iowa in the fall of 1846, and to Decatur County in 1853. He was married in Pennsylvania in 1830, to Margaret Weaver, born in Adams County, Maryland, in 1810, and died in 1879, leaving six children – George M., Catharine, wife of Daniel Bryant; Margaret, wife of Uriah Gordon; Thomas, married Jennett Blunt; Jacob, married Julia Coffee; Elizabeth, wife of Darwin B. Cook. Mr. Ross held the office of justice of the peace and school director twenty-five years. He was a member of the

Reformed Presbyterian lunch together. church. Post Office, De Sandy Osborn visKalb." ited her sister Belinda Have a great week! Hill on Friday.

Saturday morning, Lamoni High School seniors Javin Stevenson and Jesse Niebauer counted cans at Liz Carpenter’s barn.

They were helping the Optimist Club get cans ready for Corydon.

They will earn some money for their senior trip for their efforts.

Coy and Cole Andover Osborn stayed with LIZ CARPENTER Gary and Sandy Osborn Sunday morning while Hello April and their brother Cotton rainy weather! Looks and their dad Chad like the wet and mud took care of the chores. are going to be around After chores Cotton for a bit. Kind of hard and Chad joined Coy, to get a garden started Cole, Sandy, and Gary for lunch. in the mud.

Ivan Lane and Donna Ogier made another run to Bethany Trouble stayed home last week. Rumor has it last week.

Sunday evening, she was interested in a particular lunch item. Holly Parkhurst visThey also had to have ited Liz Carpenter and a new water heater in- picked up Liz’s incubastalled. She said the tor and automatic egg last one lasted eleven turner. Holly is using years. That is not a very the incubator to hatch long time, so keep an a few chicks. That is eye on your water heat- always exciting! We’ll look for a report in ers.

Liz Carpenter and about three weeks.

Grandpa Parkhurst friend Linda Perkins made a quick run to had a birthday and Bethany after school Drew Parkhurst and his family and Clay Friday afternoon.

It was a busy week Parkhurst and Breanna at Ronnie and Alma Main helped him celMickelson’s.

They ebrate with a birthday had eleven new baby dinner on Saturday. goats born and deliv- Happy Birthday!

Clay Parkhurst ered nine goats to new homes. They also cel- worked all week and Main atebrated the baby bless- Breanna ing of Joe and Anna tended school all week Mickelson’s little girl, then they took a break Violet. Congratulations, and went to the city to do some shopping.

Violet!

Kim Erwin stopped Sounds like a nice way by Liz Carpenter’s to end the week.

Well, Andrew Friday evening for a and Cassie short visit and to pick Lane Daleske helped out up some eggs.

Isadora Cote spent Liz Carpenter again the weekend training on Saturday. Liz’s cow in Washington, D.C. for (yes, the same one her summer job giving they helped with last tours to students vis- week) needed a couple iting Washington, D.C. of shots of antibiotics, That sounds pretty ex- so Andrew worked his magic and got the job citing!

Philinda Snethen is done.

Sunday aftergetting out and about.

Friday she traveled noon, Lamoni seniors to Corydon, Iowa, to Jack Greenwood and visit her sister Faye Matthew Patience took Andrew and friend, a turn at counting cans Bob Mortimore. On for the Optimist Club Sunday she enjoyed at Liz Carpenter’s barn.

Andover Church ser- Optimist Club memvices via ZOOM with bers Liz Carpenter and Liz Carpenter. After Julie McElroy helped church they enjoyed them count. They are also earning money for their senior trip.

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Contest pages need are welcome. to be returned to the library by today, April 6th for judging! Winners of the contest will be announced at the Leon Easter Celebration on Saturday, April 9th at 10am on the Courthouse lawn and prizes will be awarded for each age group.

Additional sheets are available at the library.

This contest is open to babies through 2nd graders, other schools, daycares, and homeschoolers are encourDavis City aged to participate!

LINDA BOOTHE New to our chilWell, Mother Nature dren's DVD collection: reminded us again that 'Sing 2' and 'Encanto.'

Spring will have it’s ups DVDs are a 3-day checkand downs. Woke to out, and up to 4 DVDs snow the other mornthat can be checked out ing but it didn’t last at one time. Borrowing long. My little perenDVDs from the library nials are strong and is a cost-effective way peeking thru the soil so to enjoy new release my excitement about movies. Interested in the whole Spring thing a movie we don't yet remains as strong as have in our collection? my plants.

Email Mary at mary@ Davis City is planleon.lib.ia.us or stop in ning a Clean Up Day(s) to offer your suggeson April 29 and 30. tion. If it is a film with Details will follow with a wide enough coma flyer to each housemunity appeal, we will hold. consider its purchase Vacation Bible for our collection.

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The caller I.D. at the office registered an out of the area number early Monday morning.

Tonya answered the call and as I walked over to her desk I saw that she was writing down the name of the caller. It was Mike Binning. He was calling from South Korea.

Mike, who is Vern Binning's son, was a best friend to Dad. I never had the privilege to meet him, let alone visit with him growing up.

He was calling to have us include a birthday greeting for his Dad Vern. After Tonya took all the information down I asked for the phone before she ended the call.

Of course he knew me by name, as I did him, but that was it. We visited for a few minutes and he took me down memory lane, so to speak, as I had only heard stories about he and Dad playing golf and baseball together.

He caught while Dad pitched.

I consider myself fortunate to have finally made the verbal connection with the man who called my Dad his best friend.

Now that I have a contact for Mike I will make it a point to follow up and see if I can get a little more details on the stories I was told. Thanks for calling Mike. oOo I spent the day in Dubuque Sunday watching the Storm play softball. I'm a tad bit on the tired side.

But what else is new.

Until the next time...

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CD Girls' Track Takes the Gold

By Coach Jacob Stamper After having their meet postponed by a day due to the cold weather, the girls came out and performed well on the night of April 1 despite the craziness of it all. With one coach home sick, and the other out of state, a big thank you needs to go out to a bunch of people.

Bonnie Clark for riding up and back with the girls on the bus, Athletic Director Zach Clark on being flexible and helpful in ensuring the girls could go, Reece Tedford for giving up his night and being at the meet taking times, keeping an eye on things, and to the girls themselves for staying focused, stepping up into new leadership roles, and getting batons, tarps, meals, and times taken care of.

Lexi Jensen, Mara Dykes, and Emma Richards competed in the shot put, Lexi took 2nd with a throw of 29ft-00.50in, Mara placed 6th with a throw of 25-04.00 and Emma set a PR with a heave of 20-06.50 for 12th.

Lexi and Mara were joined by Preslee Jones in the discus where Lexi captured 1st with a 96-04 throw, Mara took 9th with 61-10 and Preslee was 11th with a throw of 57-09.

Chloe Hamaker, Abigail Leahy, and Hadley Bell represented the Cardinals in the long jump. Chloe jumped to a 4th place

finish of (14-04.75), Abigail 5th (13-04.50), and Hadley 7th (1302.00).

The high jump saw River Hamaker, Makenna Perkins and Izzy Triggs jumping.

River went jump for jump with last years 1A state champ and when the dust had cleared, the jumps were counted, and a tie breaker had failed to separate them, they ended up tied for 1st at 5'2", a season PR for River.

Izzy cleared 4'6", a season PR, and took 3rd place.

Jenna Young, Hallee Hamilton, Lauren Martin, and Addy Schreck ran to a 3rd place finish in the Sprint Medley with a time of 2:03.95. Harrisen Bevan 1st (12:39.81) and Jamie Oesch 3rd (15:14.43) competed in the 3000m, running good times this early in the season.

The 4x800 quartet of C. Hamaker, Leahy, Aniston Jones, and Bell took 1st (11:24.24).

Each ran a faster time than the last meet which is encouraging!

The shuttle hurdle was next and saw Perkins, Mikayla Morgan, Amy Potter, and R. Hamaker running. They took 3rd with a time of 1:19.77.

Hamilton 4th (14.05), Mya Applegate 5th (14.73) and Nora Demassue 11th (15.55) all ran well in the 100m dash.

A distance medley team of Potter, Triggs, (continued on page 7)

The 2021-2022 High School Boys' and Girls' Golf Team is pictured: back l-r: Grant Boyd, Trey Hullinger, Matthew Boothe, Kole Jackson and Jeb Eslick. Front l-r: Lauren Martin, Cadence Clark, Maggie Layton, Ari Nopoulos, Peyton Jacobs and Courtney Olsen.

2022 Central Decatur Golf Team

By Coach Calieb Kistler As the grass begins to green, the Central Decatur golf team begins to swing. It is incredible to think that we are now into the spring sport's season.

It seems like just yesterday we were preparing for the basketball postseason. Now that spring has arrived we have started golf practice.

This year, the start of the season has been very different from previous years. For starters, it has been an unusually cold start to golf. We no longer have our indoor golf facility to practice inside.

And finally, 4 out of my 11 golfers will also be competing in track this year. We still have a lot of student athletes

who are very new to the sport.

The boys team has 4 returning players and added one new golfer to the mix. Returning players are Matthew Boothe, Trey Hullinger, Grant Boyd, and Kole Jackson. The new incoming player is Jeb Eslick.

Matt and Trey have worked really hard over the summer to improve their game and it shows already. They also will be competing in track so have a limited amount of meets they will be able to play in. But, we really look to them for our leadership and to be two of our top scorers.

Grant and Kole are also returning players who golfed in a lot of varsity meets last year.

Both have made some

improvements on their games from last season and will help to put in a good team score when Matt and Trey can be there.

Jeb is very new to golf and is willing to put in a lot of hard work to make himself a better golfer.

The girls also have 4 returning players and 2 newcomers to the sport. Cadence Clark, Maggie Layton, Courtney Olsen, and Ari Nopoulos are returning to the course.

With Lauren Martin and the sole freshman Peyton Jacobs trying her hand at golf.

We have some senior leadership in Cadence and Maggie.

With conference medalist Courtney trying to improve upon her scores from last year.

Ari Nopoulos has a lot of promise in her swing and we hope to dial her in to become quite the golfer. Lauren Martin will also be competing in track but will hope to put some good scores of her own down. Peyton looks to improve as a freshman golfer and get a good feel for the sport.

It's hard to say how the season will shake out. A lot of schools are in the same boat as we are. We are still feeling the effects of that Covid year. There are also a lot of communities that are seeing a decrease in families going to the course and a decrease in youth golfers. We just hope to improve upon our finish from last season.

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CD Girls' Track (continued from page 6) Haley Oesch, and Logan Proctor took 5th with a time of 5:33.32, Logan running a huge PR on the 800m leg.

The 400m was next and Bell took 4th (1:07.81), Bevan snagged 5th (1:13.98), and Young placed 9th (1:21.73). All ran well and all three ran a PR on the season.

Morgan, Martin, Applegate, and Demassue all ran in the 4x200 getting 4th in 2:01.08. At this point in the meet, CD and Nodaway Valley were neck and neck on points and the meet could go to either one in the remaining 7 events.

The 100 meter hurdles blew the door open though for CD to take the meet as R. Hamaker 1st (17.54), a life time best, and Perkins 2nd (18.82) ran amazing and scored some massive points for the team.

The 800m was next and A. Jones 3rd (2:50.55), J. Oesch 7th (3:14.04) and H. Oesch

9th (3:25.30) ran hard with Aniston and Jamie running season PRs. Aniston made a strong move with 250 meters to go and almost pulled off taking 1st place against good competition.

In the 200m, Martin 2nd (28.64), C. Hamaker 4th (29.57) and Proctor 7th (32.86) all ran season PRs, and continued to open the gap between Nodaway Valley.

Schreck and Bell were up next in the 400 meter hurdles and their hard running earned Hadley a 2nd (1:18.15) place finish and Addy a 4th (1:23.34) place finish in her first time competing in this event.

Bevan and Leahy took care of business in the 1500m taking 1st (5:49.70) and 5th (6:08.69), respectively, ensuring that CD would take home the win regardless of the results in the final two events.

The girls still ran like every step, every handoff, and every second mattered. The

4x100 of Hamilton, Martin, Applegate, and R. Hamaker ran a blistering 54.24 for 3rd place missing 2nd by .6 of a second.

The night was capped off by a hard effort from the 4x400 team of C. Hamaker, A. Jones, Perkins, and

Proctor taking 4th place in 4:55.34.

The meet finished with CD on 164 points, Nodaway Valley at 139.33, MartensdaleSt Mary's 91.33, Pleasantville 78.33, Lenox 65 and Mormon Trail 30.

Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month

Advocate, Jen Barker, COTA, LPN, host this group for those living with neurological conditions and their care partners. Group meetings take place once each month over the noon hour, and a meal is provided. Our next meeting date is Wednesday, April 20th.

This program is offered at no cost to all who attend. To RSVP, patients should call Jen Barker at 641-446-2229.

If you suspect you or a loved one might have a neurological condition, call the DCH Outpatient Clinic at 641-446-2285 to set up a consultation. For more information visit www. decaturcounty hospital.org/neurology, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ DecaturCounty HospitalIowa, and on Twitter @dch_iowa.

(continued from page 2) ment, and support for those living with Parkinson’s disease.

Our Neurologist, Dr. Mahar Loutfi, MD, visits the clinic 5 days each month and works directly with Parkinson’s patients.

To further provide care and support for our community members living with Parkinson’s, we are proud to host a monthly support group for community members living with Parkinson’s disease or other neurological conditions. Dr. Loutfi and our Patient

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Rodger’s Recollections

by Rodger Gatton A couple months ago, when visiting Presley and Larry Wood, I was talked into taking home a very old scrapbook, and some loose newspaper clippings, mostly from the 1930s. The scrapbook was put together by someone who lived in the Woodland area. I wasn’t very anxious, since I have plenty of the same such stuff from my parents and grandparents that I haven’t yet perused, but Presley insisted, and so it ended up with the collection of projects on my kitchen table.

After a couple of weeks of looking at it and deciding to clear some of the clutter, one icy morning when I had no intent to leave my warm apartment, I picked up the scrapbook and pile of clippings, and started to look through them.

Surprisingly, it didn’t take as long as I expected and, though I didn’t know most of the people mentioned in the obituaries and other stories, I rather enjoyed the task.

Certain items stood out as good reasons for taking time to look through all the rest of the stuff. One of the best was a small clipping, what was probably a front page story about the death of C. S. Stearns, retired Garden Grove banker and owner of the Lady Amber Inn, recently restored as The Stag Inn, Bar & Grill. I knew where that clipping needed to go and I see it is now on the wall, in the lobby of The Stag Inn. A few other items I found were memories of the Stewart Funeral Home, one of them a picture and announcement of their opening, when 1500 people attended. That clipping, and a couple other items went to the Bill Stewart family, for their scrapbook.

Another newspaper story told about an accident where a probable ancestor of Pam (McCarty) Cobb was killed, so she now has that one.

Then there were the clippings about murder, mischief, and mayhem. I saved out a few of them before I returned the scrapbook because I wanted to read them more carefully. Some I thought interesting enough to tell about here. The story is from the mid30s and is a tale of woe about Hannah Gatliff and her son, Dick.

Hannah was 87 years of age at the time of these stories, and her son was 62. They were both described as being bent and crippled with rheumatism. According to the articles, “Mrs. Gatliff, who is unable to walk, moves about the house in a chair, with rollers attached. Her son, badly crippled, walks with difficult steps, using a

cane”.

The mother and son lived on 130-acre farm, in Morgan Township, in the southeastern part of Decatur County.

Mrs. Gatliff had lived there since she was an 18-year old bride, with her husband, a Civil War veteran. Their son, Dick, had lived all his life there. Her husband had died nearly forty years prior to the incidents described in the clippings I read.

One of the stories described how their home was ransacked by a couple of gypsy women. The women had barged into their home, when the Gatliffs heard them at the back door and called “come in”, thinking it was a neighbor returning who had earlier brought them breakfast. They usually kept their doors locked, since being tortured three years earlier, by bandits who attempted to rob them.

That Sunday morning, the neighbor had left the door open to let in some sunshine and fresh air.

As soon as the two women came into the living room through the kitchen, they were recognized as gypsies. The ladies told them they’d come to bless their home. One of them said she was a doctor, and proceeded to give Dick a treatment. Though he told her to keep her hands off, she continued, and in the process was able to relieve him of $3 he’d been carrying in his pocket.

After looking through dresser drawers, pillows and bedding, and searching Dick’s trunk, leaving furniture overturned and items scattered all over the floors, the gypsies grabbed their skirts about them and made a hasty departure, as Dick neared the telephone and announced he was calling the sheriff. Neighbors later came in and helped clean up the mess that had been left, and told the Gatliffs they had seen the women leave in a big car, that was parked down the road.

The Gatliffs then resumed their former habit of keeping their doors locked.

The Gatliff home was referred to as “a little brown house” on the 130-acre farm, but a caption under a picture, where it looked like a portion of the roofing was missing, described it as a weatherbeaten house. Another description was that it was a desolate place, bleak and wind-raked.

Four months after the gypsy invasion, the Gatliffs were in the news again. It was decided by the Morgan Township board of trustees, after a request from Roy Perkins, a neighbor acting on behalf of the Gatliffs, that they be removed from their home for their own welfare and safety.

Though neighbors had been very good about

preparing and providing food for the mother and son, they were barely able to care for themselves and had neglected to have necessary repairs made to the house, so it had become unsanitary. With winter coming, the board, composed of Al Hubbard, Bud Baker, and Charles Bellows, presented an order to Dio McGinnis, Decatur County Attorney, to have them removed to the hospital. Dick cooperated with the authorities sent to pick them up, but his mother had to be forcefully loaded into Slade’s ambulance for the trip.

U n f o r t u n a t e l y, Hannah Gatliff passed away two weeks later, in October 1936, from dysentery and pneumonia. Dick Gatliff was moved a short time later, to the home of David Duffield in Lineville.

Mr. Duffield was the administrator of the mother’s estate.

The reason the Gatliffs were assailed by gypsies and other robbers, even though they spent little and lived in virtual poverty, could have had something to do with the fact they actually did have, what was at that time, a small fortune stashed in their home.

With some cooperation from the Gatliffs telling them where to look, authorities found $844 in old blanket (larger size) bills in a cardboard box, and enough other money to total $3500.

I found the history in these 86-year old clippings to be quite interesting. Probably about a half-century ago, an older gentleman named Carmen Gatliff lived near the South School in Leon.

If there are any Gatliff descendents still alive, I’d be happy to provide these yellowed clippings for the family scrapbook.

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS The following real estate transactions were filed in the office of the Decatur County Recorder, Gale Norman. Stamps represent financial consideration of the transaction. Stamps are 80 cents per $500 in property value with the first $500 worth of property exempt.

Christopher C. Pierce and Lindsey M. Pierce to Soft Serve Empire, LLC - Commencing 37' E of the SW corner of lot 7, block 6, Central Addition to the Town of Lamoni, Iowa, thence E ... to the POB,

all in block 6, Central Addition to the Town of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa; AND the W 37' of lot 7, block 6, Central Addition to the Town of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa; AND E ½ of that portion of N State Street adjacent to lot 1, block 1, W Lamoni Addition to the City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, on the W and lot 7, block 6, Central Addition to the City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, on the E lying S of the centerline of the former CB&Q RR ROW. QUIT CLAIM DEED to the S ½ of the abandoned Burlington Northern RR ROW lying adjacent to the (continued on page 10)

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DECATUR COUNTY and AREA CHURCHES and SCHEDULES ALLERTON UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Diane Schroeder - Sunday Worship 8:45 a.m.; 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; Wednesday Bible Study 7:30 p.m.; UMW 2:00 p.m.

1st Friday; Women’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Thursday BEACONSFIELD UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Robin Thomas - 9:00 a.m.

Worship DAVIS CITY ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 5:30 Sunday Evening Service.

DAVIS CITY CHURCH OF CHRIST: 10:00 a.m. Bible Study; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 1:30 p.m. Worship; 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study.

DAVIS CITY FAITH BAPTIST: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:30 p.m. Service; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Prayer DAVIS CITY UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Neil Montz - 10:00 a.m. Worship DECATUR ASSEMBLY OF GOD: Pastor Larry Owens - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 6:30 p.m. Service; 7:00 p.m. Wednesday mid-week service DECATUR RESTORATION BRANCH: Wednesday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 10:45 a.m.

GARDEN GROVE APOSTOLIC CHRISTIAN: (Church building south of Garden Grove) - 10:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday School; 12:30 p.m. Fellowship following worship GRAND RIVER GOD’S HOLY SPIRIT FILLED PEOPLE’S CHURCH: Pastor Gary Majavec - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:00 Sunday evening; 7:00 Wednesday evening GRAND RIVER ST. PATRICKS CATHOLIC: Father Chris Reising - Mass September - April on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and May - August on Sunday at 8:00 a.m.

HIGH POINT UNITED METHODIST: 19399 320th Ave on Hwy 2. Carol Saxton, Pastoral Leader - Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.; Sunday School 11:00 a.m.; Wednsday Bible Study 2:00 p.m.; First Friday UMW 1:30 p.m.

HUMESTON CHRISTIAN-UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Pastor Kristin Wolf 9:15 a.m. Adult Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening Bible study.

KELLERTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 7:00 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday Evangelistic Services KELLERTON UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Robin Thomas - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Worship LAMONI FIRST BAPTIST: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study. Pastor Gaylord Mustin LAMONI -- KINGDOM HALL of JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 28871 163rd Ave., Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

LAMONI UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Neil Montz - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages; 11:15 a.m. Worship LAMONI - WELLSPRING FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP - 532 W. Main St. - Pastor Dave McPherson, Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

LEON ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. Worship; Pastor Josh Hostetler LEON BIBLE CHURCH: - 11:00 a.m. Worship; 9:45 a.m. Bible classes, all ages; 6:00 Evening Service; 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Kid’s Club, Youth Group & Prayer Time. All services signed for the deaf.

LEON BRETHREN: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:00 p.m. PrePrayer Service; 7:30 Evening Worship; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer Service.

LEON CALVARY BAPTIST: Jerry McFerron, serving pastor - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Sunday evening Worship; 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening worship.

LEON CHURCH OF CHRIST: 603 E 1st St., Leon - 10:00 a.m. Bible Study, 11:00 a.m. Worship and 5:00 p.m. Evening Service.

LEON MENNONITE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP: 24817 State Highway 2, 9:30 Sunday a.m. Worship.

LEON LOVING CHAPEL UNITED METHODIST: Carol Saxton, Pastoral Leader Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.; First Sunday family dinner 12:15 p.m.

LIVING HOPE CHURCH: - Pastor Jeremy Quigley - Hwy. 2 West (by Plaza Furniture) - 10:00 a.m. Bible Study; 10:45 a.m. Praise and Worship.

LEON OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN: Highway 2 West - Pastor Daryl Tompkins, Vacancy Pastor Emeritus - Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Worship 11:00 a.m.

LEON SALEM MENNONITE: Bishop Monroe Gingerich. Minister Marvin Kauffman, Deacon Norman Troyer - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School and Worship; 7:30 p.m. Worship LEON ST. BRENDANS CATHOLIC: Father Samuel Danso - Mass 8:00 a.m.

Sundays LEROY PRESBYTERIAN: Pastor Kristin Wolf - 9:00 a.m. Worship; 10:00 a.m.Sunday School LINEVILLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Service; 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study, Prayer LINEVILLE BAPTIST: Pastor Gary Lanning - Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.; Morning Worship 10:45; Sunday evening 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday Evening Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

LINEVILLE CHRISTIAN (Interdenominational): Pastor Randy Stewart - 9:30 a.m.Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Evening Service LINEVILLE UNITED METHODIST: Pastor Diane Schroeder - 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:15 a.m. Worship; 2:00 p.m. Third Thursday UMW MT. AYR ST. JOSEPHS CATHOLIC:Father Chris Reising - Mass - May - August on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and September - April on Sunday at 8:00 a.m.

NEW SALEM BAPTIST: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Worship service; 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer and Bible Study.

OSCEOLA ST. BERNARDS CATHOLIC: Father Chris Reising - Mass in EnglishSunday, 10:30 a.m.; Mass in Spanish - Sunday 12 NOON. TRINITY CHRISTIAN: Pastor Terry D. Roberts - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; Sunday Worship, 8:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.; Youth & Small Group Bible Study Wednesday - 7:00 p.m. Nursery prov.

VAN WERT ASSEMBLY OF GOD: - Pastor Butch Black - 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship; 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study; No Nursery Available.

WELDON CHRISTIAN: Ministers Jim and Susan Lane, Jim Farlow, and Todd Carroll - 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship; CWF 1st & 3rd Wed. at 7:00 p.m.

WELDON UNITED METHODIST: Todd Carroll, Pastoral Leader - Sunday School 8:45 a.m.; Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m.

Tim Edwards Director

Westview Acres Care Center Rose Saxton-Administrator

Jessie Gilliland, pharmacist

The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, April 6, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Decatur County is seeking bids to supply approximately 106,628 pounds of structural steel bridge components for project number LFM-C027(Y1630)--7X-27.

Sealed bids will be accepted by the Auditor of Decatur County Iowa at the office in Leon, Iowa, until 9:00 AM, on April 18, 2022.

Plans, specifications, and proposal forms for the work may be seen and may be secured at the County Engineer’s Office at 1306 S. Main St, Leon, Iowa.

1t10 April 6, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE

The following motor vehicles have been taken into custody and are considered abandoned.

2006 PT Cruiser VIN: 3A8FY68B36T347936 2005 Dodge Neon VIN: 1B3ES56C75D132060 2006 Dodge Stratus VIN: 1B3EL46R06N17049 2006 Ford Taurus VIN: 1FAP53256A237916 2004 Chevrolet Malibu VIN: 1612U54844F109808 2005 Nissan Sentra VIN: 3N1CB51D56L482470 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer VIN: 16NDT13S542225477 These motor vehicles are being held at Southern Iowa Towing & Recovery 2050 E. Main St., Lamoni, IA 50140.

You have the right to reclaim these vehicles within ten (10) days after the date of this notice upon payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges, if any, resulting in placing this vehicle and property in custody.

Decatur County Sheriff’s Office 203 NE Idaho St. Leon, IA 50144 2t10 April 6 and 13, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICE

The following motor vehicles have been taken into custody and are considered abandoned.

1999 Toyota Camry VIN: JT2BG22K3X0325839 2011 Ford Focus VIN: 1FAHP3GN1BW127413 1986 Chevrolet Camaro VIN: 1G1FP87F6GN161523 2003 Dodge Dakota VIN: 1D7HG48N23S352372 2010 Jeep Wrangler VIN: 1J4BZ3H14AL147882 1999 Ford F-150 VIN: 1FTRX18L9XNC20161 2005 Pontiac Grand Am VIN: 1G2NE52E45M104783 2003 Lincoln Aviator VIN: 5LMEU68H63ZJ20675 2001 Chevrolet Silverado VIN: 2GCEK19TX11259958 2013 Dodge Journey VIN: 3C4PDCAB0DT675294 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser VIN: 3A8FY58B37T534072 1994 Ford F-250 VIN: 1FTHX26F9RKB09340 2001 GMC Yukon VIN: 1GKEC13T71R191443 2002 Kia Sportage VIN: KNDJA72312514051 1991 Plymouth Acclaim VIN: 1P3XA46K7MF502664 2005 Saturn Ion VIN: 1G8AL52FX5Z107967 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo VIN: 2G1WX12K639409942 2006 Freightliner Columbia VIN: 1FUJA6CK36LW00447 2010 Pontiac G6 VIN: 1G2ZA5E0XA413794 1996 Toyota Camry VIN: JT2BG12K0T0373965 2003 Ford F-250 VIN:

1FTNX21L93EA50814 2012 Nissan Maxima VIN: 1N4AA5AP2CC813858 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe VIN: 1GNEC13T12J279410 These motor vehicles are being held at Southern Iowa Leon Recycling & Auto Parts 23579 220th St., Leon, IA 50144. You have the right to reclaim these vehicles within ten (10) days after the date of this notice upon payment of all towing, preservation, and storage charges, if any, resulting in placing this vehicle and property in custody.

Decatur County Sheriff’s Office 203 NE Idaho St. Leon, IA 50144 2t10 April 6 and 13, 2022

trustee or the attorney for the trust at the address listed via certified mail, return receipt requested, by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or thirty days from the date of mailing this notice if required, or the claim shall be forever barred, unless paid or otherwise satisfied.

Dated this 29th day of March, 2022 The Benjamin K. Yarrington and Anna L. Yarrington Revocable Trust u/a November 1, 1999 and amended on April 7, 2014 .

Benna L. Easter Trustee 109 East South St Lamoni, iA 50140 Tonita M. Helton, AT0009125 Attorney for Trust Helton Law Offices PLLC 501 NW Church Street Leon, IA 50144 Date of second publication: April 13, 2022.

2t10 April 6 & 13, 2022

NOTICE OF

PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISRATION AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Decatur County Probate No. ESPR005164 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH RODNEY ECCLESTON Deceased To All Persons Interested in the Estate of JOSEPH RODNEY ECCLESTON Deceased, who died on or about October 7, 2021: You are hereby notified that on the 25th day of March, 2022 the last will and testament of JOSEPH RODNEY ECCLESTON, deceased, bearing date of August 28, 2019, with no codicils, was admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

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

Dated this 25th day of March, 2022.

Velma Eccleston Proponent 102 NW 13th Street Leon, IA 50144 Tonita M. Helton, AT0009125 Attorney for Estate Helton Law Offices PLLC 501 NW Church Street Leon, IA 50144 Date of second publication: April 13, 2022.

2t10 April 6 & 13

NOTICE OF

APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court for Decatur County Probate No. ESPR005163 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RANDY L. GWINN Deceased To All Persons Interested in the Estate of RANDY L. GWINN, Deceased, who died on or about the 9th day of March 2022: You are hereby notified that on the 24th day of March 2022, the undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate.

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

Dated this 25th day of March, 2022 Donald D. Gwinn Administrator 210 Guy Porter Street Humeston, Iowa 50123 Raymond C. Meyer (AT0005280) Jenna K. Lain (AT0010353) Attorneys for Administrator Meyer & Lain 106 North Grand Street PO Box 678 Chariton, Iowa 50049 Date of second publication: April 6, 2022.

2t9 March 30 & April 6, 2022

THE COURTHOUSE REPORT Decatur County Sheriff's Report

Mar. 26 - April 1, 2022

NOTICE OF TRUST

The Benjamin K. Yarrington and Anna L. Yarrington Revocable Trust u/a November 1, 1999 and amended on April 7, 2014 To All Persons regarding Benjamin K. Yarrinton, who died on or about September 8, 2021: YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that Benna L. Easter is the Successor Trustee of The Benjamin K. Yarrington and Anna L. Yarrington Revocable Trust u/a November 1, 1999 and amended on April 7, 2014. Administration of the Trust has begun in Decatur County, Iowa with the Acceptance of Appointment of the Successor Trustee effective March 10, 2022.

Any action to contest the validity of the Trust must be brought in the District Court of Decatur County, Iowa within the later to occur of four months from the date of second publication of this notice, or within 30 days from the date of mailing this notice to all heirs of the decedent, spouse of decedent settlor, and all beneficiaries under the trust whose identities are reasonably ascertainable.

Any suit not filed within this period shall be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the Trust are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned Trustee.

Notice is also given that any person or entity possessing a claim against the trust must mail proof of the claim to the

NOTICE: A CRIMINAL CHARGE IS MERELY AN ACCUSATION AND THE DEFENDANT IS PRESUMED INNOCENT UNTIL AND UNLESS PROVEN GUILTY.

03/26 Leon PD responded to a missing person last seen the night prior in the Decatur County area.

SO responded to an animal call near 300th Ave. east of Leon.

SO responded to a welfare check in Weldon.

SO responded to a vehicle call in Garden Grove.

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DECATUR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Minutes are unofficial until approved by the Board during the following week’s meeting. For previous minutes and other information, please visit the county’s website: www.decaturcountyiowa.gov or text “Hi” to 641/400-6441 to find county information, ask a question or report an issue.

March 28, 2022 The Decatur County Board of Supervisors met in session on Monday, March 28, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. in the Board Room (now locat-

ed on the first floor, NE corner) of the Decatur County Courthouse. Present: Ward Graham, Bob Bell and Dan Christensen. Also present was Gale Norman, County Recorder and Janet Pierson, Auditor Interim. Unless otherwise noted, all motions carried unanimously.

Motion Bell/Graham to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Motion Bell/Graham to approve the minutes of the March 21, 2022, regular session. Motion carried.

At 8:15 the Board spoke with Holly Rash to consider/ adopt a Resolution proclaim-

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ing April as child abuse prevention month. No action taken.

At 8:30 a.m., Chairman Christensen opened the public hearing for the purpose of allowing the public an opportunity to be heard regarding FY2023 county budget. No one representing the public was present and no written comments were received, therefore, Christensen declared the hearing closed at 8:45a.m.

Motion Bell/Christensen to adopt Resolution re FY23 Action on County Compensation Board Recommendation. Motion carried.

Decatur County Resolution 2022-13 Action on County Compensation Board Recommendation WHEREAS, the Decatur County Compensation Board meets annually to recommend a compensation schedule for elected officials for the fiscal year immediately following, in accordance with Iowa Code Chapters 331.905 and 331.907, and WHEREAS, the Decatur County Compensation Board met on December 22, 2021, and made the following salary recommendations for the following elected officials for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022: Elected Official Current Salary Proposed Increase Recommended Salary Attorney $106,214.34 20% $ 127,457.21 Auditor $ 51,448.58 20% $ 61,738.30 Recorder $ 51,448.58 20% $ 61,738.30 Sheriff $ 70,812.23 20% $ 84,974.68 Supervisors $ 30,590.82 20% $ 36,708.98 Treasurer $ 51,448.58 20% $ 61,738.30 THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Decatur County Board of Supervisors reduces the recommendation of the Compensation Board by 70% and approves the following salary adjustments for the following elected officials for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021: Elected Official Attorney Auditor Recorder Sheriff Supervisors

Approved Increase Approved Salary 6% $ 112,587.20 6% $ 54,535.49 6% $ 54,535.49 6% $ 75,060.96 5% $ 32,120.36 (as allowed per § 331.907(3) Treasurer 6% $ 54,535.49 Motion by Supervisor Bell, seconded by Supervisor Christensen, to pass and adopt Resolution 2022-13 this 28th day of March, 2022.

AYES: Robert Bell, Dan Christensen NAYS: C. Ward Graham ATTEST: Janet Pierson, Auditor Interim Motion by Bell/Graham to adopt the Resolution to Approve FY 23 Wages of Deputies, Clerks and Assistants. Motion carried.

Decatur County Resolution 2022-14 WAGES OF DEPUTIES, CLERKS AND ASSISTANTS WHEREAS, it is the intention of the Decatur County Board of Supervisors to comply with § 331.904 of the Code of Iowa regarding the wages of non-elected, non-union deputies, clerks and assistants within the various county offices and departments; and WHEREAS, the Code of Iowa § 331.904 allows deputies of elected officials to receive a salary not to exceed 85% of their supervising official; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Decatur County Board of Supervisors does hereby approve a 6% increase for deputies of elected officials and nonelected, non-union deputies, clerks and assistants for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022, and also recognizes the rates as approved by the other governing boards and commissions for their respective department heads and the employees of those departments.

Motion by Bell s e c o n d ed by Graham to adopt this resolution this 28th day of March, 2022.

AYES: Robert Bell C. Ward Graham Dan Christensen NAYS: None ATTEST: Janet Pierson Auditor Interim Motion Bell/Graham to adopt the Resolution re FY23 County Budget Appropriations. Motion carried.

Decatur County RESOLUTION 2022-16 Fiscal Year 2022-2023 BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS WHEREAS, in accordance with § 331.434(6) of the Code of Iowa which requires the Board of Supervisors of Decatur County, Iowa, to appropriate funds to operate all offices and departments of said county for Fiscal Year 2023; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Supervisors as follows: Section I. The amounts itemized by officer or department, as listed below, are hereby appropriated: Department/ Total Officer Appropriation Supervisors $ 166,257 Auditor 235,469 Treasurer 292,041 Attorney 231,340 Sheriff 1,627,857 Recorder 156,834 Secondary Roads

4,073,082 Veterans Affairs 85,680 Conservation 484,838 Public Health 434,952 Weed Commissioner 8,500 Social Services (Ga) 19,581 Human Services (DHS)

18,000 Medical Examiner 25,000 Clerk Of Court 66,000 Libraries 16,374 Historical Society 3,484 County Fair 15,164 Sanitary Landfill 72,481 General Services 117,948 Data Processing 198,392 Mental Health 74,500 Non Departmental

1,323,521 Total 9,747,295 Section II. Subject to the provisions of other county procedures and regulations, and applicable state law, the appropriations authorized under Section I shall constitute authorization for the department or office listed to make expenditures or incur obligations from the itemized fund, effective July 1, 2022.

Section III. In accordance with § 331.437, Code of Iowa, no department or officer shall expend or contract to expend any money or incur any liability, or enter into any contract which by its terms involves the expenditure of money for any purpose in excess of the amount appropriated pursuant to this resolution.

Section IV. If at any time during the budget year the Auditor shall ascertain that the available resources of a fund for that year will be less than said funds total appropriations she shall immediately so inform the Board and recommend appropriate corrective action.

Section V. The Auditor shall establish separate accounts for the appropriations authorized in Section I, each of which account shall indicate on a report the status of such accounts to the applicable department monthly during the budget year.

Section VI. All appropriations authorized pursuant to this resolution lapse at the close of business on June 30, 2023.

Motion by Bell seconded by Graham to adopt this resolution this 28th day of March, 2022.

AYES: Robert Bell C. Ward Graham Dan Christensen NAYS: None ATTEST: Janet Pierson Auditor Interim At 9:00 a.m., County Engineer Dillon Davenport and Assistant to the County Engineer Noah Thomas discussed departmental matters with the Board.

Motion Bell/Graham to adopt Decatur County Iowa DOT FY2023 Secondary Roads Five Year Construction Program. Motion carried.

Motion Bell/Graham to approve sick leave for retiring employee.

Motion Bell/Graham to award contract for FMC027(84)- -55-27, pavement markings county wide and to adopt Resolution regarding same. Motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2022-17__ WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors, hereafter referred to as “the Board”, believes the Project Number FM-C027(84)--55-27, hereafter referred to as “the project” is in the best interest of Decatur County, Iowa, and the residents thereof. The project is defined as Pavement Markings on various FM routes, county wide; and WHEREAS, the Board has sought appropriate professional guidance for the concept and planning for the project and followed the steps as required by the Code of Iowa for notifications, hearings, and bidding/ letting; and WHEREAS, The Board finds this resolution appropriate and necessary to protect, preserve, and improve the rights, privileges, property, peace, safety, health, welfare, comfort, and convenience of Decatur County and its citizens, all as provided for in and permitted by section 331.301 of the Code of Iowa; and IT IS THEREFORE RESOLVED by Board to accept the bid from Vogel Traffic Services, Inc. in the amount of $47,388.77 and awards the associated contract(s) to the same; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all other resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict with this resolution are hereby repealed. If any part of this resolution is adjudged invalid or unconstitutional, such adjudication shall not affect the validity of the resolution or action of The Board as a whole or any part thereof not adjudged invalid or unconstitutional.

This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after the date of its approval as provided by law; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Board of Supervisors of Decatur County, Iowa, that after receiving the necessary contract documents, including but not

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MOWING BID NOTICE

NOTICE TO CITY OF DAVIS CITY RESIDENTS

The City of Van Wert is requesting mowing bids for the following areas:

Any property within the City of Davis City, whether vacated or not, is required to be mowed any time the vegetation reaches a height of more than 8” by the 15th of the month during the months of May through October. This includes any city right-of-way ditches on the property.

Failure to do so will result in the city having the resident's property mowed and the property owner will be charged $75.00 per hour plus a surcharge of $100.00 per mowing.

Spray for weeds: All City properties and all cells at Lagoon.

All City Properties, City Park, and Lagoon.

Also, included in the mowing will be picking up trash, branches and weed eating.

Number of times mowing will be at the discretion of a council member.

PROOF OF INSURANCE MUST ACCOMPANY BID

Envelope should state “SEALED BID” Send to: PO Box 139 Van Wert, IA 50262 or put in drop box in front of city hall no later than April 10, 2022

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, April 6, 2022

PUBLIC NOTICES DECATUR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (continued from page 9)

NOTICE OF

PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISRATION AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Decatur County Probate No. ESPR005162

limited to, the contractor’s bond and certificate of insurance, Dillon S. Davenport, the County Engineer for Decatur County, Iowa, be and is hereby designated, authorized, and empowered on behalf of the Board of Supervisors of said County to execute the contracts in connection with the afore awarded construction project let through the DOT for this county.

Dated at Decatur County, Iowa, this 28th day of March,2022.

Board of Supervisors of Decatur County, Iowa AYES: Dan Christensen Chairman C. Ward Graham Robert Bell ATTEST: Janet Pierson Decatur County Auditor Interium Quarterly reports/updates were provided by Conservation/Emergency Management Director, Rich Erke.

Quarterly reports/updates provided for Decatur County Development Corporation.

At 1:00 p.m. the Board spoke with a representative from Access Communications on IT issues. No action taken.

Quarterly reports/updates were provided by Ben Boswell, Holly Rash, Samantha Schaff and Lisa HyndenJeanes.

John Dunsdon met with the Board on behalf of the Leon Library for a book presentation/donation.

At 4:30 p.m. Auditor Interim, Janet Pierson, with assistance from Ringgold County Auditor, Amanda Waske, conducted the canvass of the March 22nd Garden Grove Special Election and certification of Election results with the Board. The Decatur County Board of Supervisors do hereby approve the Canvass and Abstract of the results.

With no further business to come before the Board, the Board adjourned at 4:45 p.m.

SIGNED: Dan Christensen Chairman, Board of Supervisors ATTEST: Gale Norman Decatur County Recorder 1t10 April 6 2022

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NORMA RUTH HILES a/k/a NORMA DERRY HILES Deceased To All Persons Interested in the Estate of NORMA RUTH HILES, a/k/a N O R M A DERRY HILES Deceased, who died on or about October 31, 2018: You are hereby notified that on the 23rd day of March, 2022 the last will and testament of NORMA RUTH HILES, a/k/a N O R M A DERRY HILES, deceased, bearing date of July 10, 2012, with no codicils, was admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration of the estate.

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

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

Dated this 24th of March, 2022.

Nancy D. Hiles Johnson (Daughter) Proponent 930 Turner Mountain Road Charlottesville, VA 22903 Tonita M. Helton, AT0009125 Attorney for Estate Helton Law Offices PLLC 501 NW Church Street Leon, IA 50144

THE COURTHOUSE REPORT

Ave. near Van Wert.

Leon FD and SO responded to a grass fire on Quinn Road southeast of Leon.

SO, Leon PD, Lamoni PD, and ISP responded to gun fire on 215th Ave. near Van Wert. Michael Dorhn of Van Wert was arrested/ booked on a reckless use of a firearm charge.

Chris Wilson also of Van Wert was arrested/ booked on a disorderly charge.

SO responded to a suspicious person/vehicle north of Decatur.

03/29 ISP and SO arrested/booked Tamara Wilson of Wisconsin on a DWR, operating without an interlock and

Decatur County Sheriff's Report (continued from page 9) sponded to a ditch fire on West 7th St. in Lamoni.

03/27 Grand River FD responded to a hay fire on 135th Ave. near Grand River.

Van Wert FD and Weldon FD responded to a grass fire on 205th

Date of second publication: April 6, 2022.

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OWI 2nd charges.

Leon FD responded to a grass fire on 235th Ave. near Leon.

Leon FD responded to a fire alarm at Infinity Health in Leon.

Lamoni PD responded to a vicious dog call on West 4th St. in Lamoni.

03/30 Lamoni PD, Leon PD, SO, and ISP responded to suspicious persons on a property on Deer Creek Road near Lamoni.

SO responded to a report of a no contact order violation in the Van Wert area.

Leon PD responded to a welfare check on NW School St in Leon.

Leon FD responded to a fire alarm at Infinity Health in Leon.

Lamoni PD responded to a family disturbance at the trailer park in Lamoni.

03/31 SO responded to a stranded motorist on 210th St. east of Leon.

SO responded to a DHS call in Grand River.

Leon PD responded to a suspicious person on SE Q St in Leon.

Leon PD responded to a civil incident on NE 7th St in Leon.

SO and Leon PD reponded to a stranded semi west of Leon on Hwy 2.

SO and Lamoni PD responded to a stranded concrete truck on I35 southbound near the 1 mile marker.

04/01 Lamoni PD responded to an alarm at Casey's in Lamoni.

SO responded to a stranded hay trailer east of Leon on Hwy 2.

SO responded to a civil incident on Washington St in Grand River.

Lamoni PD responded to a juvenile harassment case in Lamoni.

Lamoni PD responded to a barking dog call on S Linden St in Lamoni.

Lamoni PD responded to a neighbor dispute on N Maple in Lamoni.

SO dispatch tested tornado sirens in all areas of the county.

SO and Lamoni PD responded to a fight on I35 near the 19 mile marker.

SO and Lamoni PD responded to a domestic on Washington St in Grand River.

Lamoni PD responded to a driving complaint on S Cedar St in Lamoni.

DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Matthew C. Green, petitioner, vs. Ashly Morgan Longfellow Green, respondent.

Decree Granted.

COURT CASES

Leslie J. Benda and Rick Michael Benda, plaintiffs, vs.

Tia Campbell and David Richard Flowers, defendants. Petition Filed.

MAGISTRATE

Jordan Rae Cook, Osceola, IA, no valid drivers license. Total $462.60.

Andrew Eugene Evans, Woodburn, IA, driving while license is denied, suspended, canceled, or revoked.

Total $60.00.

Fabian Alberto Salinas, Osceola, IA, failure to provide proof of financial liability.

Total $752.78.

Stevan Vujcic, Port Washington, WI, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $292.14.

Brandon Charles Williams, Des Moines, IA, speeding over 55 zone (16 thru 20 over).

Total $193.00.

Julian Ernesto Lopez Campos, Johnston, IA, no valid drivers license. Total $354.00.

Julian Ernesto Lopez Campos, Johnston, IA, operation without registration card or plate. Total $135.50.

Angela Marie Buban, Mystic, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25.

Erika M. Buchanan, Lackawanna, NY, speeding over 55 zone (1 thru 5 over). Total $89.50.

Tyler E. Butz, Leon, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over). Total $106.75.

Clinton Lee Casterline, Van Wert, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Galen James Smith, Winterset, IA, operating non-registered vehicle. Total $135.50.

Mack Jokray, Ottumwa, IA, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Wyatt Dean Peachey, Leon, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over).

Total $89.50.

Richard William Caves, Osceola, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over).

Total $89.50.

Wesly Jean Jackson De La Rosa, East Moline, IL, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Brenton Jeffrey Smith, Clive, IA, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Florencio Perez Lanza, Raymore, MO, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Corey Wayne Liberty, Cedar Rapids, IA, speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over).

Total $175.75.

Vicki Marie Dalbec, Arlington, MN, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Kari Carolyn Herman, Osseo, WI, speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $175.75.

Elizabeth Michelle Bagby, Cedar Rapids, IA, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25.

Mackenzie Sue Bell, Leon, IA, operation without registration. Total $112.50.

David Jennings Hayton, Leon, IA, speeding.

Total $175.75.

Amgad Zakaria Morkos Botros, West Des Moines, IA, speeding. Total $175.75.

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS (continued from page 8)

property described above EXCEPT for the N 10' thereof. Transfer stamps $63.20.

City of Lamoni, Iowa to Christopher C. Pierce and Lindsey M. Pierce - E ½ of that portion of N State Street adjacent to lot 1, block 1, W Lamoni Addition to the City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, on the W, and lot 7, block 6, Central Addition to the City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, on the E lying S of the centerline of the former CB&Q RR ROW. No transfer stamps.

City of Lamoni, Iowa to Lamoni Development Corp The W ½ of that portion of N State Street adjacent to lot 1, block 1, W Lamoni Addition to the City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, on the W and lot 7, block 6, Central Addition to the City of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa, on the E lying S of the centerline of the former CB&Q RR ROW. No transfer stamps.

Merle Hill, surviving spouse of Dennis Hill to Merle Hill - N 15' of lot 11 and all of lot 12, in block 10, Original Town of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa.

No transfer stamps.

Merle Hill to Shortchange Properties, LLC - N 15' of lot 11 and all of lot 12, block 10, Original Town of Lamoni, Decatur County, Iowa. Transfer stamps $45.60.

Grettenberg Properties, LLC to Complete Properties, LLC - N 50' of lots 5 and 6, block 28 Original Town of Leon, it being understood that the S line of the lot is 6' S of the S wall of the build-

ing on the lot. Transfer stamps $170.40.

Leslie Soukup to Andrew Leeper Commencing 567' S of the NW corner of the E ½ NW 1/4 of Section 36, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, thence E ... to POB. EXCEPT Parcel A: That part of the NE 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 36, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, described as follows: Commencing at the NW corner of said NE 1/4 NW 1/4; thence S ... to POB, having an area of 3.42 acres including 0.20 acres of road easement. No transfer stamps.

Andrew Leeper to Leslie Soukup - Parcel A: That part of the NE 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 36, T 69 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, described as follows: Commencing at the NW corner of said NE 1/4 NW 1/4; thence S ... to the POB, having an area of 3.42 acres including 0.20 acres of road easement. No transfer stamps.

Jonas A. Raber and Edna L. Raber to Shane Auxier and Mu Hpare - S ½ SW 1/4 NW 1/4 of Section 19, T 67 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa, AND SE 1/4 NE 1/4 of Section 24, T 67 N, R 25 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa except Parcel "B" as shown in Plat of Survey filed August 24, 2020, recorded as Instrument No. 20201013, described as follows: Beginning at the NE corner of said SE 1/4 NE 1/4; thence S ... to the POB, having an area of 24.58 acres including 1.30 acres of Road Easement.

Transfer stamps $328.80.

If you have news please call the JournalReporter at 446-4151

CITY OF LEON CHAPTER 52 WEEDS AND GRASS

52.01 Purpose 52.04 Noxious Weeds 52.02 Definitions 52.05 Penalty 52.03 Cutting Specifications and Standards of Practice 52.06 Method of Service and Billing 52.01 PURPOSE. The purpose of this chapter is to beautify and preserve the appearance of the City by requiring property owners and occupants to maintain grass lawns at a uniform height within the boundaries of their property and on abutting street right of way in order to prevent unsightly, offensive or nuisance conditions.

52.02 DEFINITIONS. For use in this chapter, the following terms are defined: 1.

“Curb,” “curb line” or “curbing” means the outer boundaries of a street at the edge of that portion of the street usually traveled by vehicular traffic.

2.

“Cut” or “mow” means to mechanically maintain the growth of grass, weeds or brush at a uniform height.

3.

“Owner” means a person owning private property in the City and any person occupying private property in the City.

4.

“Parking” means that part of a street in the City not covered by a sidewalk and lying between the lot line or property line and the curb line; or on unpaved streets, that part of the street lying between the lot line or property line and that portion of the street usually traveled by vehicular traffic.

52.03 CUTTING SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS OF PRACTICE. 1.

Every owner shall cut, mow and maintain all grass, weeds and brush upon the owner’s property (whether vacated or non-vacated) and adjacent to the curb line or outer boundary of any street, which includes the parking area abutting the owner’s property, any time the vegetation reaches a height of more than six inches by the 15th day of the month in May, June, July, August, September and October of each year.

2.

Every owner shall cut, mow and maintain grass, weeds and brush adjacent to the curb line, including the parking area abutting the owner’s property, in such a manner so as to be in conformity with and at an even height with all other grass, weeds or brush growing on the remainder of the owner’s property.

52.04 NOXIOUS WEEDS. 1.

Every owner shall cut and control noxious weeds upon the owner’s property (whether vacated or non-vacated) and adjacent to the curb line or outer boundary of any street, which includes the parking area abutting the owner’s property, by cutting noxious weeds to ground level or use of herbicides to eliminate or eradicate such weeds.

2.

Noxious weeds include any weed growth or plant designated as noxious by the State Department of Natural Resources rules and regulations or by the Code of Iowa.

52.05 PENALTY. The City or their agents may mow any property, which is not mowed by the above dates and a charge of $75.00 per hour for mowing, plus a surcharge of $100.00, will be charged to the property owner. Any property owners who fail to mow their properties, thus allowing the same to be mowed by the City or their agents, and who do not provide payment for the mowing as required, will be assessed by the City for such costs, which will be collected in the same manner as general property taxes.

52.06 METHOD OF SERVICE AND BILLING. Annual publication of this chapter will serve as notice to the property owners. Any billings for mowing done by the City or their agents are to be sent by regular mail and are payable within 30 days of the billing date.

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THE CLASSIFIEDS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING RATES CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE Friday - 4:00 p.m.

Minimum $5.00 for 20 words or under, 15 cents per word over. Second or continuous insertion onehalf price.

WANT ADS must be paid be-fore they are run.

NO EXCEPTIONS Blind ad: 20 cents per word Blind Ads: When the name of advertiser or phone number is not given in ad involving answering or handling inquiries by our office force, an additional charge of $2.00 to the above rate will be made.

Displayed classified ads with borders are $5.00 per inch.

In Memoriams will be basic charge of $15.00 minimum charge for up to 25 lines of one column type and 20 cents a line over 25.

All poetry, 50 cents per line.

Paid locals (20 words or less) $5.00.

Cards of Thanks: A charge of $5.00 is made on all cards of thanks of not over 50 words, including signatures. Cards of Thanks over 50 words will be charged at the rate of 10 cents a word over 50 words.

Obituaries - A charge of $27.00 for an obituary and $3.00 charge for a picture with an obituary.

Engagement and wedding pictures: single column, $5; two column, $10.

Wedding details for publication in JournalReporter, 10 inches free. $4.00 per inch over.

Not responsible for photographs, clippings or other items left for publication.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Decatur County Development Corporation is in search of an Executive Director to manage the non-profit organization to support Economic Development in Decatur County, Iowa.

The Director will serve as the COO of the organization, and will be responsible for all day-to-day activities and long term strategy for business retention, business expansion, and business recruitment. Visit www.dcdciowa.org to read the full job description.

To apply, email a cover letter and resume and 3 references to Shannon Erb, Board President, at serb@dcdciowa.org

by April 15

City of Lamoni

City Attorney The City of Lamoni is seeking Requests for Proposal for legal services. ► RFP’s will be accepted through noon on Friday, April 22, 2022. ► Responses received will be submitted to the City Council for approval.

Proposals must be returned to the City of Lamoni ATTN: Administrator 190 South Chestnut Street Lamoni, IA 50140

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“Better Yields, Same Dirt” Decatur County Public Health Job Opening:

Public Health Nurse Decatur County Public Health is seeking a Full-time Public Health Nurse (PHN).

** HELP WANTED ** Full Time positions available

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The PHN performs public health nursing duties, is responsible for monitoring core public health functions and essential services to Decatur County residents, and other functions to achieve the department’s mission. Must have effective communication skills. Must be able to work efficiently and effectively with providers in all service areas. Start date would be June 1st, 2022.

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Iowa. Two years of experience in public health or medical surgical preferred.

Please visit the Human Resources page at www.decaturcountyiowa.gov to obtain an application and to view the full job description.

Cover letter, resume and application will be accepted until the position is filled.

Cover letter, resume and applications can be mailed or dropped off in person to the

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Christmas in March for Hash Daycare

ticles online painting day cares in a negative light. I love this profession and understand the important role in early childhood development. I am glad I can support local families through something I love doing."

About Henry's Heroes

Day care provider Teena Hash received a Little Farmer Toy Box

Little Farmer Toy Box Photo - Representatives of Iowa Select Farms and the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation, Eleanor Korum (left) and Ali Kraber (right) with the Little Farmer Toy Box, along with many of the donation items that were given to day cares across Iowa.

The Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation and Iowa Select Farms donated $100,000 in toys to Iowa day cares through Henry's Heroes Little Farmer Toy Box program. These colorful toy boxes were filled with farming-inspired books, toys and learning materials uniquely curated for 1-to-4-yearold children. In total, 100 Little Farmer Toy Boxes were delivered to day care providers nominated by Iowa Select Farms employees and contractors for their care, dedication and support to those who work in agriculture.

Teena Hash of Leon was one of the well deserved daycare providers who received one of these fully loaded toy box, nomated by Kailey Ryan, an employee of Iowa Select Farms.

Story about the deliveries: "We set out on a mission to give back to day cares in our Homegrown Iowa communities to say thank you, but this mission has become so much more," said Ali Kraber, a representative of the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation. "We are sharing stories of just

how impactful day cares are to the generations in rural Iowa.

Kids who will grow up to also live here, take over family farms and help rural Iowa thrive.

What a fun way to bring things full circle by not only donating agriculture -inspired toys but sharing the heartfelt stories of the importance of our day care providers."

Teena has done in home day cares in Leon for nearly three decades, she decided to dedicate a home in town just for day care to help working parents.

"Teena always steps up and helps the community when they are in need," said Kailey.

"She has dedicated a home in town just for day care, she makes sure kids have everything they need to fill their days with fun and creativity while parents work. She has such a passion to ensure our community thrives when day care options are limited. We just owe her a huge thank you for everything."

As we played with toys and chatted, Teena talked about what it's like providing day care in a rural com-

Leon Chamber of Commerce

Easter Celebration Leon

Saturday, April 9 10:00 a.m.

►NOTE: Date change to weekend before Easter.

10:00 a.m. EASTER EGG HUNT

Toddlers Through 3rd Grade Courthouse Lawn

GAMES

Courthouse lawn after the hunt

LEON LIBRARY COLORING CONTEST WINNER Announced before the hunt.

Special Appearance from the Easter Bunny himself.

Bring your cameras!

Don’t forget to shop local and check out the Specials going on: Sally’s Nutrition will be selling Kid’s drinks for $1.00.

Pies and Such Bakery & Coffee Shop will be selling Kid’s Hot Chocolate for $1.00 Shelli’s Shortstop will have something “Eggciting” so please stop by!

Main Street Brick House will be selling $2.00 Ice Cream Cones.

Stop by the SCIT Theatre for a FREE small popcorn!

For more information contact Marcia Stephens (641) 344-2864

munity and the generations of families she has cared for.

"Day care in rural communities is just essential, so to help out a community I love, I decided day care was something I needed to do," said Teena. "I love watching kids, seeing them grow and become the people they become. I have been doing this long enough I am now watching the second generation of kids I watched nearly 30 years ago, which makes me happy. You know you did something good when parents of kids you watched decide to have their kids in your care."

The goal of the Little Farmer Toy Box initiative is twofold: to uplift a sector that is essential to agriculture and offset the costs of new toys that help cultivate a fun and engaging learning experience.

From Feb. 16 to March 16, Iowa Select Farms delivered Little Farmer Toy Boxes to day cares utilized by their employees or contractors. The effort spanned 47 communities in 33 counties.

"Receiving this was a morale booster for

me," said Jamie Schutt, a day care provider in Alden, Iowa. "It bothers me when I see ar-

Henry's Heroes was inspired by Henry Johnson, Jeff and Deb Hansen's grandchild and the son of Natalie and Jake Johnson. Each year, on Henry's birthday, Natalie selects a new toy and component of the program. For 2022, in honor of Jeff's late father, Laurence Hansen, and in celebration of Henry's third birthday, Natalie chose to give back to a critical part of rural Iowa and family farms: day cares and day care providers. In honor of Laurence's legacy, each Little Farmer Toy Box will include a set of John Deere collector toy tractors that features the beloved 1976 John Deer 4430, a staple in Laurence's farming operation.

About the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation

The Hansens, who founded Iowa Select Farms and New Modern Concepts in Iowa Falls, Iowa, established the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation in 2006 to relieve hunger, support military families and strengthen efforts to find a cure for childhood cancer while improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their families.

About Iowa Select Farms

Iowa Select Farms is the largest pork producer in Iowa and is committed to responsibly producing safe, nutritious and high-quality pork for their customers and the food companies they serve. The company has 242,500 sows and annually produces 1.5 billion pounds of pork.

With 800 swine farms across the state, Iowa Select Farms is one of the leading economic engines of Iowa's rural communities by employing more than 1,200 people, contracting with more than 650 farmers and supporting hundreds of local businesses.

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