The Leon Journal-Reporter - June 29, 2022

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LEON, IOWA 50144, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2022

P.O. Box 580, 111 NW. 2nd, Leon, IA 50144 E-mail: JRNEWS@GRM.NET VOLUME 93 - NUMBER 22

Attend the Leon Rodeo July 1, 2, 3, and 4 Calling all rodeo fans! Dust off your boots and grab your cowboy hats and make your way to the Leon Rodeo.

Rodeo organizers, under the leadership of Mark Smith are making the finishing touches this week for the upcoming 59th annual award winning event that runs July 1-4 at the fairgrounds at the north edge of Leon on U.S. Highway 69.

Over the years, the Leon Rodeo has made quite a name for its self and holds bragging rights as one of the largest rodeos in southern Iowa. And with that, it has been named Rodeo of the Year 37 times and draws contestants from all over the USA and is sanctioned by the MRCA, URA, IRCA and WPRA (BRW).

The 2022 Leon Rodeo Queen and Princess will be crowned Friday, July

1 at 7:00 p.m. The Wichita War Dancers will perform each night at 6:30 p.m. On Friday at 7:15 p.m. Mutton Bustin will be held and again at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Then, on Sunday and Monday Steer Riding will be held at 7:00 p.m.

Also performing every night will be the Freedom Riders and “Old Glory” will make an aerial appearance at the hands of sky diver, Bobby Reid. The traditional calf scramble will be held nightly, as well.

On Saturday, July 3, rodeo goers and others can dance the night away to Leon’s own Rumley Brothers following the evening performance.

The Fourth of July starts bright and early on the Leon square with a free pancake breakfast served from 8:00 a.m. to 10 a.m. In addition, the Leon Boy Scout Troop 102 will

with a little run may join in the 5K run beginning at 8:00 a.m.

The annual parade will start at 4:00 p.m. and this year’s route will begin at Harvey Park, near the Leon Swimming pool and continue north along South Main Street up and around the Leon Square.

After the parade, head on out to the rodeo and enjoy the evening ending with a large fireworks display, under the direction of the Leon Volunteer Fire Department, completing 2022’s 4th of July celebration.

Advanced Rodeo tickets are still availThe Red! The White! The Blue! (photo by Keegan Bethards) able at Farmers Our patriotic colors will burst into the arena at 7:45 each night, courte- Bank, First Interstate sy of the hard-riding Leon Rodeo Freedom Riders. These talented young la- Bank, Hy-Vee Store dies are (L to R): River Hamaker, 17, Leon; MaKenna Perkins, 15, Decatur; and Pharmacy, Long Sarah Frisbee, 19, Grand River; Chloe Gross, 17, Shannon City; Emily Creek Outfitters, Leon Polsdofer, 12, Allerton; MaKenzi Hamaker, 16, Kellerton.

J o u r n a l - R e p o r t e r, Smith Feeder and Also, Monday Lamoni Livestock. be serving breakfast 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. at the Saturday, Sunday, and Lions Building at the morning for those who want to start the day Monday mornings from fairgrounds.

Simple Beautification to Set the Stage to Contagious Community Pride

By Dave Fuller One of the challenges that all small towns have is to establish community pride. The city and other property owners have done a great job of removing old non livable houses from our community.

The next step is to provide community pride by making some type of improvement to the vacant lot that is left after the demolition.

This pride can surface as commerce, athletics, schools and community and property improve-

ment.

The Journal Reporter is starting a series on community and property improvement within the city of Leon.

Each story in this series will focus on an individual or individuals that have made an effort to improve the community or their own personal property.

Our second story is about the house located at 707 N. W. Church. It is rented

by Anna Maria and Todd DeGroat. This is on highway 69 north

of Casey's. Todd and Anna Maria moved to Leon in 2009 from Washington state. They wanted to be closer to their family, especially their grandchildren. No doubt a lot of you can relate to this.

Todd and Anna Maria rented the house on N. W. Church in 2011.

Their goal was to improve the looks of the house and turn it into a home, not just another rental house.

The first improvement they made was to give the house a new

Governor Reynolds Signed Artisanal Butchery Bill at the Red Barn Meat Market

coat of paint. Anna Maria wanted blue and Todd wanted red. So they settled on white. I guess that was a compromise.

Since the

house had a new roof that was blue in color, they painted the house white with a burgundy/ red trim. This gives the house its current American flag look. It win for Iowa's livestock should be noted that producers, our agricul- the paint was purture industry, and our chased from one the local hardware stores, entire state."

You might ask how keeping the money in did this new business come to fruition in this area? The demise of small meat lockers across the U.S. started well before COVID19, but the pandemic amplified the need for The queen consmall, local meat lockers and a trained work- test has three young force. The co-owners ladies vying for the Tad Whittom and Enos crown, Allyson Abbas Swartzentruber began of Osceola, McKenzi talking over this need. Hamaker of Kellerton As fate has it, co-owner and Jolene Ebersole of and manager Lonnie Kellerton.

Judging begins on Cowden of Leon, posed a question on Facebook Friday morning July 1, horsemanabout advice on start- including ing a meat locker and ship, personal interWhittom saw the post views, modeling/dress and reached out to review and speeches and questions, with the Cowden.

In this process, winners being crowned Cowden had looked at in the arena Friday evea map of meat lockers ning before the evening in our southern Iowa events begin.

Brenda Gillham is area, finding a gaping hole in not only the coordinator of the Decatur County but contest this year. also Clarke County, continuing down into northern Missouri.

As a part of the process of opening a new business, working out the details before making the invest-

the community.

Todd and Anna Maria painted the house themselves, by hand. It took one entire summer to finish the painting. Anna Maria said that it was a lot of work, but it was worth it. The new paint job (continued on page 8)

Three to Go for Leon Rodeo Queen, Three for Princess

(contributed photo) Last Tuesday, June 21, Governor Kim Reynolds is captured signing the Artisanal Butchery Bill at the Red Barn Meat Market in Lamoni.

Pictured l-r are Co-Owner Enos Swartzentruber, Co-Manager Austin Steele, Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, Governor Reynolds, and Co-Manager Lonnie Cowden. Notpictured is Co-Owner Tad Whittom.

Wait no more, the Red Barn Meat Market located in Lamoni, just off Interstate-35 at Exit 4, is open for business.

They had their soft opening on May 21 and have been operating the following full-time hours since Monday, June 27, 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Monday - Friday and 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on Saturdays. They are closed on Sundays and

holidays.

Not only are they open for business, they were also selected by Governor Kim Reynolds to be the place to sign the Artisanal Butchery Bill.

Last Tuesday, June 21, Governor Reynolds signed the Artisanal Butchery Bill at the Red Barn Meat Market!

"We are building on years of efforts to sup-

port our small meat processors in Iowa," stated Governor Kim Reynolds. "This bill is a

Refer to page 10 for F I Princess photos.

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McKenzi Hamaker - 16 Daughter of David and Carrie Hamaker Kellerton, IA

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Printing Late

Due to Independence Day being observed on Monday, July 4, the July 6 issue of The Leon Journal-Reporter will be printed and distributed a day later that week. All ad material and copy for the July 6 issue is requested to be into the JR office by Thursday, June 30 by 4:00 p.m.

Thank you Corey

Allyson Abbas - 19 Daughter of Tony and Brandy Abbas Osceola, IA

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Jolene Ebersole - 19 Daughter of Shannon and Beau Ebersole Kellerton, IA

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LOCALS University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, recently announced the names of students named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2022 semester. To be included on the Dean's List, a student must attain a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 grade point average.

ZACHARY SMITH, of Leon, Journalism and Mass Communication B R O O K E VECCHIO, of Garden Grove, English Education --Morningside University, Sioux City, Iowa, recently announced the names of students named to the Dean's List for the

DEATH NOTICE MASON, Linda Lorraine, 66, of Humeston, Iowa, died at her home on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 24, 2022, at the Slade-O'Donnell Funeral Home in Leon, Iowa, with Carol Saxton officiating. Interment was held in the Garden Grove Cemetery, Garden Grove, Iowa.

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To be included on the Dean's List, a student must achieve a 3.67 grade point average or better and complete at least 12 credits of course work.

ETHAN M. OWEN, of Lamoni.

--Morningside University, Sioux City, Iowa, has recently named 142 students as Dimmitt Scholars in recognition of their high academic distinction for the 20212022 academic year.

Dimmitt Scholars must be full-time students who have completed at least 45 credits of college work with a cumulative grade point average between 3.5 and 3.75.

ETHAN M. OWEN, of Lamoni.

They were married on April 19, 1975, at the First Baptist Church in Humeston and made their first home together in the Woodland, Iowa area. They were blessed with two children, Erin and Matthew. For the past 45 years, Linda and Charlie have lived in Humeston.

Linda worked a few odd jobs over the years, but mainly she was a wife, mother, and homemaker to her family. She loved being outside with her many animals. Over the years she had horses, Missy, Dude, CC, and Dakota; dogs, Susie and Babe; and her cat, Timmy Sue. She loved to read Stephen King novels.

She ruled the television and especially enjoyed scary movies. Her favorite was “American Werewolf in London”.

She hated mornings, so always planned everything for afternoons and evenings.

Preceding her in death were her parents; sisters, Cynthia, in infancy and Laura Dykes; and brother-inlaw, Jim Coulson. Survivors include her husband, Charlie Mason of Humeston, Iowa; daughter, Erin Pierson and husband, Mervin of Decatur, Iowa; son, Matt Mason of Humeston; three grandsons, Bret, Bryce, and Broc Pierson; siblings, Steve Poole and wife, Jean of Derby, Iowa, Scott Poole and husband, Denis Folkerts of Urbandale, Iowa, and Carrie Coulson of Bethany, Missouri; nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

Governor Reynolds Signed Artisanal Butchery Bill at the Red Barn Meat Market (continued from page 1) ment, the connections continued, as Whittom again turned to Facebook searching for employees. In southwest Missouri, agriculture educator Austin Steele was searching for an opportunity just like this to move closer to family. This post was shared with Steele, which resulted in Steele reaching out to Whittom, thus the dream of Red Barn Meat Market became a reality, in a nutshell.

Tad Whittom and Enos Swartzentruber are the 2 primary owners, and Austin Steele and Lonnie Cowden are profit share owners and co-managers. Whittom and Swartzentruber supply the financial backing and Steele and Cowden provide the expertise from the meat processing industry.

The State of Iowa knows how to get things done as they broke ground June 2021 and less than a year later the dream becomes a reality. Over the past year, these four men toured numerous processing facilities and, in the end, pulled together what they believe will fit best for this area.

DCH CORNER

June is Migraine Awareness Month

The month of June is Migraine Awareness Month. In the DCH Outpatient Clinic, our Neurologist, Dr. Maher Loutfi, MD, helps patients with the pain and disruption that comes with living with migraines or chronic LINDA LORRAINE headaches.

MASON There are many Linda Lorraine types of headaches Mason, age 66, of Huthat include migraines, meston, Iowa, died at chronic headaches, her home on Tuesday, tension headaches, June 21, 2022. She was and cluster headaches. born to Louie Lawrence These different types and Patricia “Patty” of pain are often diJoan (Morgan) Poole agnosed based on the on February 2, 1956, in amount of time they Marshalltown, Iowa. last, the other sympLinda grew up in toms they cause, and Humeston, Iowa and how often they occur. graduated from MorThe most commonly mon Trail High School diagnosed headache in 1974. While in Gardisorder is migraine. den Grove, she met When a patient her future husband, seeks help, they are Charles David Mason. usually experiencing a throbbing-like headW of the 5th P.M., Decatur and suffering County, Iowa, lying N and E ache, of the County Road, EXCEPT from other symptoms Parcel "A" located in that such as noise sensitivipart of the E ½ SE 1/4 of ty, light sensitivity, nausection 31, T 68 N, R 24 sea, dizziness, vertigo, W of the 5th P.M., Decatur blurry vision, seeing The following real es- County, Iowa, as shown in tate transactions were filed Plat of Survey filed May 21, zig zags, seeing auras, in the office of the Decatur 2019, in Book 2019 Page weakness on one side County Recorder, Gale 0558, described as follows: of the body, and numbNorman. Stamps represent Commencing at the SE corner ness or tingling. financial consideration of The first time a mithe transaction. Stamps are graine is diagnosed, a 80 cents per $500 in proper(continued on patient has typically exty value with the first $500 page 8)

"We want our community members to have a place to go and purchase quality, local meat or have their own processed with us," Whittom says. "For me, it is about bringing another business to our community to provide more jobs. Red Barn Meat Market will employ about 12 full-time employees."

They have 32' of fresh meat counter in their retail front. "This is currently the only fresh meat counter in Decatur County," stated Cowden. "We can custom cut any size steak to customer requests, and any portion of ground beef products. We will have fresh local beef, pork, poultry, and also have a deli counter."

The deli counter will have all types of deli meats, cheeses, and side salads. They can even make deli sandwiches and hand them over the counter to their customers.

And there is more...

As of last Wednesday, Red Barn Meat Market announced, they are ready to schedule beef and hog harvests! They will be doing custom processing of beef and pork for local producers, as well as inspected processing for their

retail front. They are also looking at adding processing deer this Fall, when deer season begins. NOTE: They will only be accepting boneless deer trim however, as the deer carcasses are too hard to dispose of currently, due to the spread of CWD. They ask that you review all three attached images located on their Facebook page before giving them a call at 641-784-MEAT (6328).

After 90 days from opening, they will be joining the Cooperative Interstate Shipment (CIS) program. CIS allows them to do everything that a USDA inspected facility can do, including processing for 3rd party resale and to restaurants, and across state lines. The only thing they can't do apart from the USDA, is sell outside of the USA. Under CIS they will be state inspected each day they do official processing, and inspected by the USDA twice per year. CIS is a relatively new program, and not a lot of people are familiar with it yet.

Red Barn Meat Market also has a re-

perienced these symptoms between 3 hours and 3 days. Headaches might also happen multiple days each month and indicate potential chronic migraines. One of the deciding factors in diagnosing migraine is when the pain causes the patient to avoid daily activities.

The treatment for migraines is constantly developing. There are, in general, two types of medication to treat migraines. The first is a preventative medication. This is a daily medication meant to proactively treat the cause of a patient’s migraine. The second is an abortive medication. This is a medication taken as needed when a migraine starts, and is used to stop a migraine in process.

Medication takes all forms such as pills, in-

jectable, creams, and other tools.

If you suffer from consistent pain due to headaches, we might be able to help. Call us at 641-446-2285 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Maher Loutfi, MD. For more information on our migraine treatment and neurologic services, and to watch a video from Dr. Maher Loutfi with more information about headaches, visit https://www.decaturcounty hospital.org/ neurology.

To learn more about Decatur County Hospital and all our available services, please visit www.decaturcountyhospital.org, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ DecaturCounty HospitalIowa, or Twitter @dch_iowa.

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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS

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Jeffrey L. Daniels and Jeri A. Keenan-Daniels to Jeffrey L. Daniels and Jeri A. Keenan-Daniels, as CoTrustees of the Jeffrey Daniels and Jeri KeenanDaniels Living Trust, UA dated May 5, 2022 - SE 1/4 of Section 31, T 68 N, R 24

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.*

Walk-ins Welcome 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., Tues., Wed., Fri.

CLOSED: Thurs., Sat., and Sun.

Pharmacy 204 N. Main - Leon - 446-4136

Happy 4th of July to our patrons and supporters of the Leon Pool!

Splash-a-Palooza July 4 10 a.m. - Noon

► Coin Dive ► Races for All Ages ► Diving Board Contest Surprise event at the end!

See you then!

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County Motorgrader Operators Learn New Techniques Recently, the Decatur County Motorgrader operators underwent a training exercise on how to regrade roads using only their graders. The segment of road used was 262 Avenue between US Hwy 2 and 190th Street east of Leon.

Brian Jackson of Jackson’s Heavy Equipment out of Nebraska was the trainer and provided instruction on new techniques on how to complete a proper regrade with only a few pieces of equipment.

“Typically, on a project like this we would have to use an excavator to dip out the ditches and then haul away the soil in trucks which is a slow process that requires several pieces of equipment,” stated Decatur County Engineer Dillon Davenport. “By being taught new techniques with less equipment saves not only on fuel costs but as we cut the ditches lower and establish proper drainage, we’re also raising the road bed itself.”

Davenport went on to say, “As we raise the road bed and lower the ditches, we’re accomplishing a few things.

First, we’re allowing ground water to drain out of the road bed.

Saturated soil has very little strength. Before we began this project, we bladed all of the rock off and salvaged it for reuse. There was actually a lot more rock on this road than I expect-

ed. But since the road bed was constantly saturated, this road didn’t perform like it should have. By establishing a proper cross section, we’re also making the road more resilient to winter storms.

The raised grade will be less likely to drift shut. The ditches provide storage for drifting snow to accumulate before the drift begins to extend across the road.”

The weather didn’t cooperate for the length of time Jackson was here to complete the total project.

Davenport hopes to have Jackson come back for a few days to help them finish the

training.

“Although the project isn’t complete, improvements are already noticeable,” stated Davenport.

“Ground water immediately began to drain from the road bed and we’ve seen some rain on the project since work was suspended and things have held together fairly well.”

Davenport is pleased with the progress his operators made and they all took advantage of the opportunity to learn. “I’m happy with the direction things are headed,” stated Davenport.

2022 Leon Swimming Pool Lifeguards

Lindsey Member of Simpson Softball All-Academic Team The American Rivers Conference recently announced the softball members of the 2021-2022 All-Academic Team.

Maizee Lindsey, the daughter of Corey and Tonya Lindsey of Leon, was awarded this academic recognition.

Maizee is a sophomore at Simpson College of Indianola, majoring in Elementary Education and a 2nd year member of the softball team.

To be eligible for AllAcademic Team honors, a student=athlete must be on the eligibility list for the sport of nomination, at least a sophomore in academic standing with a least one year in residence

Leon Public Library will host

Blank Park Zoo Wednesday, June 29 2:00 p.m. High School FREE to Public Join Ben, a new and exciting educator with the zoo as he shows amazing animals.

Family Vacation Bible School Leon Bible Church 407 SE Idaho

Evenings Tuesday, July 5 to Saturday, July 9 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ►Tuesday, bring a picture or drawing of a fish for a “minnow” of a prize.

BIBLE LESSONS, GAMES, CRAFTS, DAILY CONTESTS A light supper will be served.

With Rev. Timothy Silcott and friends.

Closing program on the 10th (Time TBA) This is for the whole family!

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PLEASANT

ION CELEBRAT Monday, July 4 ►10:00 Parade line-up ►11:00 Parade ►12:15 Home Talent ►1:00 Music Group ►2:00 Games - All Ages

4-H and other food stands available FREE set up for vendors

164 Years of Celebrating

and attain an accumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better (on a 4.0 scale).

Leon Community Meal Menu

(Subject to Change) Reservations are REQUIRED by 10:00 a.m. for next day 446-4555 Wed., June 29 - Beer can chicken, roasted potatoes, green beans.

Thurs., June 30 Baked cod, corn bread, honey butter, mixed vegetables.

Fri., July 1 - Tuna Melt and fries Mon., July 4 - Hot dogs and burgers, chips, cookie Tues., July 5 Shrimp and grits served with stewed okra and tomatoes Wed., July 6 - Beer can chicken, roasted potatoes, roasted carrots

High Summer Temperatures Could Impact Clarke Electric MemberConsumers

The potential for extreme hot temperatures over the summer months combined with high seasonal electric use could intermittently impact memberconsumers of Clarke Electric Cooperative.

Clarke Electric continues to monitor reports from the Midcontinent Independent System Operators (MISO) regarding possible generation shortfalls over the next several months. While Clarke Electric’s power supplier, Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO), has met its generation capacity requirements for the summer, the potential shortfalls in the overall MISO system could impact Iowa. In response, and to maintain the balance and stability of the electric grid within its territory, MISO may initiate temporary controlled load interruptions.

MISO manages energy supply and demand in real-time generation within its footprint across the middle U.S. and parts of Canada, including about 90% of Iowa, to ensure electricity supply and demand are

The 2022 lifeguards at the Leon Swimming Pool are standing from left – Isabel Stone, Tristyn Leymaster, Peyton Jacobs, Breanna Edwards and Amelia Carcamo; kneeling from left – Carson Scrivner and Justyn Edwards. Manager Cayle Buckingham is not pictured.

Because the Decatur County Community Foundation/South Central Iowa Community Foundation saw a need for everyone to learn how to swim, they gave $4,000 to the City of Leon to be used for free lessons for any age individual wanting to learn how to swim.

It was reported that around 50 children were participating in the first session of swimming lessons. The second session for lessons will be held in the mornings from July 11-22. There are around 50 free lesson slots still available. Call the pool at 446-6212 for more details and to sign up. balanced. However, a shortfall is caused by several factors, including a simultaneous increase in electric usage and a reduction in coal, nuclear and natural gas power plants that are closing faster than new sources of generation can replace them.

“Although wind and solar play a much larger role in today’s energy industry, we must maintain an ‘all of the above’ strategy that also includes coal, natural gas and nuclear to keep the lights on when the wind stops blowing and the sun stops shining,” said CEC General Manager Dave Opie. “We are not yet at the point where battery storage technology allows for renewable energy sources to be stored and used at any time.”

Clarke Electric m e m b e r- c o n s u m e r s who are concerned about intermittent power interruptions are advised to keep a gas or diesel generator maintained and ready for use and follow all safety instructions while operating. They can also help conserve energy and reduce the potential for controlled intermittent interruptions in power by: • Running an electric washer/dryer during off-peak times

such as before 4 p.m. or after 9 p.m.; • Raising the air conditioner thermostat a few degrees (up to78 degrees or higher); • Turning off all lights during the day or in empty rooms; • Substituting air conditioner use with ceiling fans to keep cool; • Unplugging appliances and other electrical equipment that aren’t in use; and • Close blinds and curtains to keep the sun out “The more member-consumers we have

conserving energy, the better for our cooperative,” Opie said.

“Energy prices are very high during peak periods and that impacts the power supply cost to everyone. If we all become more energy aware and make a few modifications in when and how we use energy, we can make a difference together.”

Public notification of any power interruptions is required and will be announced on the CEC Web site, www.cecnet.net, and Facebook page, @ CECIowa.

BSA Scout Troop 102 of Leon

Rodeo Breakfast

July 2, 3, and 4 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Leon Lions Building Fairgrounds

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Serving bacon, eggs, biscuits and sausage gravy, water, coffee, milk and orange juice.

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 29, 2022

TWICE TOLD TALES 20 YEARS AGO (June 26, 2002) Diane Cornett, Robert Groves (in charge of construction) and Peter Vogel volunteered to begin pouring the concrete base for a new shelter house in the Pleasanton City Park.

The Leon Rodeo Queen contest had 7 vying for the crown - Jessie Phillips of Clarinda, IA; Jammi Van Laar of Grand River; Kelly Kalton of Dallas Center, IA; Billi Jo Marriott of Clearmont, MO; Victoria Birkenholtz of Colfax, IA; Samantha Smith of Decatur City; and Darci Hendrix of Leon. Eight were vying for Princess - Amanda Leeper, of Leon; Samantha Marriott of Braddyville, IA; Chelsey Broich of Leon; Kallie Rumley of Leon; Haylie Rumley of Leon; Jessica Shifflett of Osceola, IA; Janna Shifflett of Osceola, IA; and Casey Overton of Osceola, IA. The Grand River Lions held a Truck and Tractor Pull at the rodeo grounds.

Mt. Zion Chapel (currently Living Hope) hosted the singing and praise of Jim and Kathy Hitch and their 8 children, located in the chapel behind Plaza Furniture in Leon.

The Decatur County Board of Supervisors approved partial payment to Norris Asphalt for $571,413.92 for the resurfacing of county road R46 which runs from the Leon city limits south to the intersection of J66 and R46 also called the LeonPleasanton Road. The Board found that four miles of surface contained wood particles, thus refusing payment for this portion which was in excess of $300,000 until the matter was resolved.

Cruise Night at

One Stop Malt Shop in Decatur City was scheduled for every Saturday night through the summer.

50 Years Ago (June 29, 1972) Tom Harkin, the Democratic candidate for Congress from Iowa's new Fifth Congressional District is shown conversing with Arlo Hullinger of Leon, Democratic candidate from the Iowa 47th Senatorial District on the front steps of the courthouse.

Members of the Leon Rodeo Committee were Don Decker, Dick Scrivner, Blair Applegate, Forest Miller, Lois Jean Hanthorn, Oda McKern, Harold Norris, W.L. Lindsey, Ward Kilgore, Don Brown, W.R. Lindsey, Steve Young, Ham Graves, Dale Breckenridge, Ron Ivins, Cecil Parson, Chet Redman and Harry Dougherty.

A s s i s t a n t Postmaster Lester Fulton retired after working almost 45 years for the post office. He started working in Leon in May of 1928. Fulton worked under Postmasters Jessica Pryor, Grover Hamilton and John Moore.

Mr. and Mrs. Roger Elsberry of Leon became the parents of Dixie Marie born June 20 at the Decatur County Hospital.

Marriage License: Charles Richard (Rick) Hartley, 21 of Newton and Loraine Kay Johnson, 19, of Van Wert.

Certificates of Merit for outstanding service in community development were presented at the SCICAP board meeting.

Receiving awards were John Luce, Dorotha Mehls, Keith Vanderlinden, Dale Vanderwater and Father John Lorenz.

50 YEARS AGO: Tom Harkin, the Democratic candidate for Congress from Iowa's new Fifth Congressional District is shown conversing with Arlo Hullinger of Leon, Democratic candidate from the Iowa 47th Senatorial District on the front steps of the courthouse

Mrs. Russell Fierce was hostess to a baby shower honoring Mrs. Ed (Reva) Beers. Those present were the 4-H Club and mothers, Martha Beers, Faye Kindred, Donna Kindred, Neva Lee McDowell and Kay Fierce.

A picnic was enjoyed by county employees and their families at Nine Eagles.

Attending were Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Rhodes, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Corll and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Max Hawkins, Greta Willis, Mr. and Mrs. Cleo Norman, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Payton and Goldie Martin.

passing motorists.

Wensel family Dazed by Bolt – Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Wensel, Dwight, 14, and David, 12, were dazed by a bolt of lightning which struck the barn at the farm home, six miles southeast of Leon, during a heavy rainstorm.

"Seemingly, the bolt exploded in the haymow" explained Mr. Wensel.

"There was a terrific blast. It felt like our heads were bursting."

The lightning split a 2x6 just five feet above Mrs. Wensel's head.

She was knocked down and failed to regain consciousness for over five minutes.

David was knocked four feet from where he was sitting on the milking stool, and suffered leg bruises from being hurled against the manger. Dwight was knocked down against the granary part of the barn. Mr. Wensel's lower lip was badly cut by the milk pail when he was knocked down and fell on the bucket. The odor of Sulphur fumes was very prevalent for a long time after the bolt exploded.

Marriage Licenses – Billy Cooper and Dorothy Day; Maurice Lyle Rex and Donella Warren.

Arneta Hullinger and Russell M. Vandel were married in Davenport.

Darryl June Crawford and Paul J. Moore were married in Yuma, Ariz. Mrs. Gertrude Bennett and Raymond Epperly were married in Des Moines. Ruth Frost and Harold M. Bates were married in Windsor, Colo.

Marie Lovett and Mrs. Joe Parkin Sr. returned home from Chicago after visiting Mr. and Mrs. Joe Parkin Jr.

75 YEARS AGO (June 26, 1947) Five Injured in Accidents – Two bad automobile accidents occurred near Leon, both on Highway 69.

Five people were injured.

Miraculously, 40 passengers on a southbound Jefferson highway bus escaped injuries. In the first accident four miles north of Leon, when the Jefferson bus, with Virgil Beck driver, and a Ford car with a new trailer house attached, collided just over the crest of the hill. K.F. Reid of Kansas City was the driver of the car and his wife was injured but their 22month-old son escaped injury.

Only one passenger on the bus was hurt. Among the Leon people who were on the bus were Nina Hamilton, Ruth Bunch, Mrs. Sophia Kindred, Kent Midgorden and Louie Landphair.

In the other accident, Gary Singleton, Burlington, according to Frank Kendall, deputy sheriff, was driving too fast to make the curve on 69 near the G.N. 100 YEARS AGO Wilson home.

Mr. (June 29, 1922) Singleton, his wife Won Scholarship and their son were in Chicago – Ralph brought to the hospi- Stewart of Leon, who tal for treatment by attended the Chicago

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UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

July 8-10 & 15-17 Thor: Love & Thunder; July 22 - 24 Elvis July 29 -31 Minions: The Rise of Gru On August 5-7, we will host the Leon Community Theatre for their live performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

Save the date!! Performances will be Friday and Saturday at 7 pm, and Sunday at 2 pm

Concession Price Change:

When we reopen on July 8th, concession prices will change slightly.

Popcorn will remain $2 per bag, but pop and candy will now be $3 each.

Admission will remain at $5 per person.

University taking the law course, made a fine record in all his studies, getting an A grade in every study, was given honorary mention together with a free scholarship at the University.

LeRoy School House Contract Was Let – The contracts for LeRoy's fine new consolidated school building was let.

San Anderson, Des Moines, got the general contract for close to $53,000. The heating and plumbing and electric wiring contract went to W.A. Peck, Des Moines, for $13,311. The site selected for the building was on the northeast corner of the Ed Hood 80 acre farm, and just south across the road from the A.C. Baker home in the west part of LeRoy. City Federation Elected Officers – The election of the City Federation, held at the assembly room of the Library, resulted in the election of the following – Mrs. Ed Faarquhar, president; Mrs. J.M. Halstead, Van Wert, vice-pres-

ident; Mrs. Floyd Cozad, secretary; Kate Arnold, treasurer; Dollie Penniwell, Della McIntosh and Bertha Marvin, program committee; Lillian Sharp, house committee.

Marriage Licenses – William Ray Cooper and Dessie Rumley; Cecil D. Alley and Esther Watson.

Albert Shaw came from Des Moines to visit his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ward Shaw.

Four young girls from Leon and Davis City hiked to Lamoni, making the trip from Leon to Lamoni in a little less than four hours.

Jennie Benefiel and Bettie Hope, who was visiting from Omaha, started out about 7 in the morning and were joined at Davis City by Evangeline Slaughter and Ida Smith. They went down just for the fun of the walk and to eat dinner in Lamoni, they said but were glad to accept a ride back.

Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Rex and family and Mr. and Mrs. Price Rex and Thoral spent the evening in the Thad Kelley home to help him celebrate his 71st birthday.

I'm rather short of time this week.

Be sure to attend the Leon Rodeo this July 1, 2, 3, and 4. Don't forget the annual Leon Parade Monday afternoon at 4:00 p.m.

See you all later.

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CORRESPONDENTS

Grand River

MELINDA MACKEY The first of the Fun Day meetings set the date for Fun Day. Grand River Fun Day is set for Saturday, September 17th! The next meeting will be held on July 6th at the Community Center. Volunteers are needed to make this event possible! If you can volunteer, please come to a meeting or let Craig know you will be available that day to help!

Also very cool, a bit of a community field trip is being planned.

July 23rd at 1pm there will a couple of hay rack rides to an abandoned cemetery near Grand River. I've heard a lot about this cemetery, but never have been able to go. It's a little hard to find-so this will be a great opportunity to see some of where the first settlers were in our town. If I'm correct on the location of the cemetery, here's a little history. Located in Richland Township: Earliest tombstone burial: 25 May 1862.

Last tombstone burial: 24 July 1882. This abandoned burial plot has only three tombstones left in an unfenced area of pastureland. There is no road. The land was owned by Theron WESTERVELT and his wife, Angeline, who came from Ohio in 1853.

Four of their children are buried here. There are reports of 12 burials made here between 1861 and 1882, and any other tombstones at these burials have since disappeared. When the Westerville Cemetery to the southeast was started, burials were made there and the old Westervelt Cemetery abandoned.

This weekend proved to be a good one. I got the call early Sunday morning Savannah was going into labor and I was on alert to get Oliver. She had Leo Alan Wesley at 8:05pm, 7lbs 14oz and 20" long. Everyone is healthy and I think he looks an awful lot like his older sister. Oliver and I will get to meet him today and we can't wait!

Have a great week!

Andover

LIZ CARPENTER The months are flying by! We are already

to the end of June and the Fourth of July is coming up. Get those flags ready and fire up the grills!

Sadly, we report the passing of Paul Snethen. Paul grew up in Lamoni and southern Iowa. Paul loved his family. He was also a community minded person and served in the ministry of Community of Christ Church. He touched many lives and will be missed. Please keep Paul’s family in your prayers.

Just a reminder to bring your lawn chairs and a cool drink and come and enjoy the Bergman/Carpenter Bluegrass Jamboree on Saturday evening July 2nd starting around 7:00 PM. In case of rain, the program will move to Andover Church.

Philinda Snethen’s great grandson Devon Jackson was welcomed into the world on Thursday morning June 24th. Happy Birthday, Devon and congratulations to his parents Victoria and Daniel Jackson and Great Grandma Philinda!

Breanna Main went to a birthday party this weekend while Clay Parkhurst worked all week and weekend. Bre and Amanda have been working on the flowers for Bre and Clay’s wedding. It will be here before you know it!

Monday morning some of The Alley kids sorted cans for the Optimist Club at Liz Carpenter’s farm. The Alley is one of the many youth activities in the area that the Optimist Club supports with the proceeds of their can and bottle redemption.

Tuesday Kay Herring and Philinda Snethen ate together at the Sale Barn Cafe.

Wednesday Cathy and Loren Esse celebrated Cathy’s birthday at Philinda Snethen’s.

Others celebrating with them were Kay Herring, Amy McBirnie, Rachel Fant, and Melody Herring-Acton.

Andrew Lane and Cassie Daleske took their mini Titanic boat out on the water on Friday. Cassie reports they had a blast! The boys loved it!!! Andrew has been haying his little heart out. Blood, sweat, and luckily no tears. Good thing he has the boat for a little R and R. Keegan Parkhurst had a ball tournament starting Sunday. No word on the results yet.

Keegan’s dad, Drew Parkhurst, is excited about his new job at the Red Barn Meat Market in Lamoni. The community is excited and happy to have the new business in town!

Holly Parkhurst reports her family has been enjoying the nice weather. They worked in the garden Saturday night and everything is growing well. They are looking forward to enjoying some tomatoes soon! Fresh tomatoes are one of the best

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Yum! Monday evening Optimist Club members Lisa Stobbe, Karen Lozier, Philinda Snethen, and Liz Carpenter sorted more cans and bottles and did a little cleanup around the barn. Can and bottle sorting is a very messy business!

Donna Ogier had a quiet week around the farm.

Ivan Lane also had a quiet week around his farm.

Sandy, Gary, Cotton, Coy, Cole went to Sandy’s nephew’s garage sale in Bethany Saturday then visited Grandma Ruby.

Liz Carpenter, Philinda Snethen, and Jim Couthard took a trailer load of Optimist Club cans and bottles to Corydon on Thursday morning.

Kim Erwin was busy last week with the Back to Basics livestock show in Eagleville.

Friday was the rabbit show, Saturday was the poultry, goats, sheep, and pigs, and Sunday was the cattle. Kim reports they had great weather and wonderful attendance of exhibitors!

Thursday evening Liz Carpenter helped Deb Silver with the horses and the Equine Special Olympics riders at Deb’s farm. The riders were very happy to be riding again!

Saturday Liz Carpenter and Philinda Snethen made a trip to Des Moines by way of Indianola. It was a fun trip.

Have a good week, be kind to each other, enjoy the Fourth of July festivities and let’s celebrate our great country!

Jazzie celebrate. Those in attendance were Carla Evans, Tyler, Chenille, Carson and Jace Morris, Brenda Boles, Ramona, Jennifer and Raven Clark, Amy Osborn, McKayla’s friend and son from Cedar Rapids, Trevor and Morgan Martin and children, Kierra Horton and Nadia and Leville Osborn, Joanna Stevenson and sons.

Happy 3rd Birthday, Jazzie!

The Smith-Dale family reunion was held on Sunday the 26th at the DC Community Center.

Details are coming together for the South School Reunion that Susan Lane and I have been planning. July 22, 2022, starting at 11:00 am at the Main Street Brick House in Leon is scheduled. Emails and phone calls are being made to let you all know about our arrangements. Gosh! I’m excited about us all getting together for fun and fellowship.

I watched some kids playing outside the other day and they were having so much fun. There wasn’t a cell phone, computer or laptop in sight and it was so refreshing to me to watch them have fun, in the sun and with their friends and no gadgets involved.

There was a small wading pool with water and they would run and just roll in the water with their clothes on. Then they would hug, run up the sidewalk and run back toward the pool with a small amount of water (not a pool of water). They chased each other around the house in tag fashion, jumped rope and back to the pool.

Simple fun… there needs to be more of this sort of play. So give your kids a peanut butter sandwich and send them outside to play with their imagination on these beautiful summer days.

Later…Linda

Davis City

LINDA BOOTHE Tuesday, June 21st was the first day of summer and the longest day of the year. I feel like summer has been here many days before the 21st but we’ll just go with the calendar and wish everyone a Happy Summer!

Happy Anniversary to Kenneth and Peggy Hamilton on the 20th, Raymond and Nancy Brenizer on the 22nd and Mark and Traci Tharp on the 25th!

Birthdays this coming week will be celebrated for Mark Fox, Linda Hamaker, Micheal Taylor-Reed, Jazzalynn Evans, Matthew Hullinger and Maxine Shields. More anniversaries this week are Dan and Nancy Boswell and Mark and Laci Erke, both on the 27th. Congrats to all those celebrating.

My great-granddaughter, Wren, turned 3 on the 22nd. She had an early party with cake and ice cream at Papa (Chris) and Grandma (Tracey) Boothe’s over the weekend in Ames.

Her Daddy had secretly, from her, constructed her new play set in the back yard and when she saw it, she yelled, “I love it! I love it!”. Happy Birthday Wren!

Jazzie Evans was so excited about being 3 years old that she celebrated early. Food, presents and cake at Grandma Carla’s with friends and family gathering to help Miss

In the Library Loop MARY STONER

Blank Park Zoo is coming to the High School Commons today, Wednesday, June 29nd at 2pm! Join Ben, a new and exciting educator with the Blank Park Zoo, as he shows us some amazing ani-

mals and teaches us about them. All ages are welcome to this free show!

Summer reading program participants, if you have earned a rodeo ticket with your 6 hours/24 picture books of reading, be sure to pick up your ticket by this Friday, July 1st!

This will be the last day to pick up your rodeo ticket, but you will have until July 15th to claim all of our other prizes. Keep up the great reading, Leon!

Our Fancy Nancy Tea Party on Wednesday, July 6th at 2pm is now at full capacity. We do still have room for more friends at our Dinosaur Party on Wednesday, July 13th at 2pm, so call us at 641-446-6332 to sign up your youngsters!

Cribbage card parties are every Tuesday at 10:30. All experience levels (or none at all!) are welcome.

Weldon

KATHY MASON

HISTORY – Ina Pearcy Store They had a broadcasting Weldon Station. Their regular Saturday night performance in Weldon.

For safe motoring always was Skelly’s a courteous and friendly greeting will await you when servicing your car at Refans. We have with us in the studio this evening a pretty girl with a pretty solo, Helen Wallace.

Folks don’t forget you have this week left for those wonderfully flavored Colorado peaches. Landis Store will be delighted to supply you with these.

Those lovely peaches (Roe Sisters) will be heard at that time.

Is your car broke?

Dr. Red Duff can fix it, whether the old be larger or small. If you should have to wait a few minutes for repairs just relax and listen to the little lady singing “Waiting for the Train to Come in.”

Bring your produce for best fruit, try Pat’s, you will find him always smiling and eager to please you, always shop at home.

The Harmony Quartet will entertain.

You little children and grownups, we hope you like them.

Drawings: Folks stop in at Peacy’s for those last minute purchases or if you haven’t your jars filled purchase one of these fine boxes of Lovely Italian prunes. The

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season is short always shop at home for best prices and best quality.

A lovely young lady brings to you at this time a solo (Norma Glazebrook).

Don’t forget that last minute meal made possible by Carl Blohms locker. They are always happy to be of service if you need it. Fresh foods always available.

For all those GI’s out there we present to you a token of melody: Johnny Doughboy Found a Rose in Ireland (Duet Ray Hepner and Ina Pearcy) Have you tried Rain Holds new line of sundress and home supplies?

Anything you might need from insert powder or face powder. Always anxious to please. If you haven’t visited their new store do so after this broadcast.

Those Harmony Singers will again favor us with two lovely numbers.

For smooth motoring drive into James Garage. You will always find fine workmanship and best results. It pays to shop at home.

Two’s a company and three’s a trio. We will listen to at this time “Are You Ready “ (trio Ray, Helen and Ina.) Weldon Basketball Team year 1939-1940Juanita Atkinson (Reed), Helen Richards (Cooley), Ina Faye LaFollette (Pearcy), Mamie Moxley (Roberts), Joanne Landis (Strohm), and Mary McCann (Wade).

LOCAL The Weldon County Club open eveny Saturday morning 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Proceeds go to repairs of Memory Lane (Beasley Old Garage).

Next year, Weldon will have Weldon Days.

We need vendors all day.

Prayers and concerns for Jay Saxton, Leon; Tina Ward, Mary Wllis, Emma Short, Larry McBroom, Dick Hines, and Ron Fry of Van Wert.

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Cards Win Conference Doubleheader with the Eagles The Lady Cards started their packed full week traveling to Murray on Monday, June 20 for Varsity only, winning the 8-7 game in the last inning. On Tuesday, the Cards hosted the Nodaway Valley Wolverines, winning the 2-0 conference battle. The Cards took a tough loss against the Chariton Chargers 0-12 on Wednesday. On Thursday, the seniors were recognized during the doubleheader with the East Union Eagles.

The Cards walked away with both, 8-3 and 8-6.

Friday, the Cards were to host SEW but it was rained out and rescheduled for Tuesday, June 28. On Saturday, the Cards competed in the Collins-Maxwell tournament, losing close games, 0-2 against Collins-Maxwell and 2-4 against Bishop Garrigan.

The Cardinals begin their post season play on Friday, July 1 at home against Nodaway Valley at 7:00 p.m.

The highlight of the week was the 2-0 conference win over the Nodaway Valley Wolverines. The defense controlled the game in the first 3 innings. The Cardinals allowed only

3 at bats each inning for the Wolverines. In the first inning, Kylee Rockhold in the circle grabbed 2 quick strike outs followed

by Hallee Hamilton as catcher with the flyball catch. The second inning, Rockhold controlled the field delivering 3 strike outs. The third inning Rockhold quickly shut down the Wolverines with 2 more strike outs before Addie Graham at third made the play at first for the third out.

Rockhold was the only Card that earned a base after 4 straight balls in the first inning.

In the second inning, on one out, Aniston Jones followed by Addy Schreck were able to each get the bat on the ball but were unable to beat out the throw.

In the third inning, Amy Potter reached first on a base hit but was then thrown out by the catcher. The inning ended after back to back strike outs.

In the fourth inning, the Cardinals were able to hold the Wolverines scoreless with a caught fly by Jordan Proctor in left field and Amy Potter at first. One Wolverine did earn a base hit but

was left stranded after a strike out.

The Cardinals on the other hand, added the first run to the scoreboard in the fourth. On one out, Rockhold earned a double bagger. Cortlynn Cook as courtesy runner, reached home on Proctor's single.

In the fifth inning, Rockhold grabbed a 3 pitch strike out. The next Wolverine reached first on a hit but was left stranded after a strike out and caught fly ball by Graham.

The Cards were only given 3 at bats in the fifth, holding the 1-0 lead.

During the sixth inning, even with a Wolverine recording a double, she was left on base after Rockhold snatched her 11th and 12th strike out along with a Hamilton caught fly ball.

Hamilton led off for the Cardinals reaching second base. Rockhold got the bat on the ball with a solid hit reaching base again for her third time, also scoring Hamilton for the insurance run if needed.

Cook as courtesy runner was stranded on third after Proctor and Schreck were unable

Jordan Proctor hit a solid single, earning an RBI for the first run against Nodaway. (photos by Maizee Lindsey) to beat out the throws.

Jones had reached first on balls but was left stranded.

The Wolverines had a do or die, with the first at bat reaching second on an error, but again the solid Cardinal defense let her go no further. Annika Evertsen made the first out at short stop on a caught fly ball followed by Rockhold's final strike out of the night, and Proctor with another catch to end the game, 2-0.

"It was a good game in the heat," stated Coach Rudy Evertsen.

"Kylee pitched well and we made a couple good plays."

Rockhold recorded the solid win from the circle with 13 strike outs and gave up 0 walks.

tied game 5-5 but the Mustangs were able to steal back the 7-5.

After a quiet fifth inning, the Cards added 1 more in the sixth and took care of business in the seventh with 2 runs then holding the Mustangs scoreless in the final half inning for the 8-7 win.

Vs. Murray Annika Evertsen The Cardinals were pitched 4 innings, retrailing 3-5 after the cording 1 strike out and first and narrowing the giving up 3 walks. Kylee gap in the second 4-5. (continued on After the top of the inpage 7) ning, the Cards had a

Cards Dominate with 4 Wins, Booth Joins 100th Hit Club and Leeper Most Stolen Bases The Cards started their packed full week delivering a 19-8 on the road win against the Murray Mustangs on Monday, June 20.

On Tuesday, the Cards struggled against the Nodaway Valley Wolverines, 3-14. The 18-6 win on the road on Wednesday, over the Melcher-Dallas Saints, was a nice recovery. The highlight of the week was on Thursday, in front of the hometown crowd, when the Cards revenged against the East Union Eagles with an 11-0 victory The SEW Warhawks matchup for Friday was postponed to Tuesday, June 28. On Saturday, the Cards competed in the Albia tournament, losing on a walk off in the first game against Van Buren 3-4 and bouncing back to beat Albia 8-5.

The Cardinals have a 12-12 record moving into the final stretch of the season with four regular games left.

The Cards were disappointed with the 3-14 loss against the

Nodaway Wolverines.

The Cards will be facing the Wolverines again on July 2 at Nodaway at 7:00 p.m., in their first District game, with plans to deliver a revenge.

After Dean Layton at third base beat the runner at first for the first out of the game, the Wolverine was able to record a double bagger followed with a home run. The next Wolverine reached first on 4 balls but was left stranded after Spencer Smith made the unassisted out at first and Jaxson Cornett found the Wolverine watching at the plate.

At bats, on two outs, Devin Adams reached first on balls and stole his way to second. Kale Rockhold got the bat on the ball but was unable to beat the throw from the short stop.

During the second inning, Cornett grabbed a quick 3 pitch strike out before giving away a free base on the hit by pitch. The next at bat executed

a bunt for a base. One Wolverine scored on a Cardinal error followed by a dribbler hit, where

Cornett was able to Cornett. make the out at first.

The Cards were The inning ended on allowed only 3 at bats another strike out by in the second inning, trailing 0-4.

In the third inning, the first batter reached base on balls. The next at bat and base runner both advanced a base on another Cardinal error. Cornett was able to regroup for the team grabbing an out from the mound. The next Wolverine was able to get a double hit between center and right field, scoring another run. Matthew Boothe was then substituted in as the relief pitcher. On the second pitch, the Wolverine popped it up and Kale Rockhold behind the plate made the catch. Boothe delivered the dropped third strike out, with Rockhold finishing it with a throw to Cornett now at first.

The bottom of the line-up for the Cards was able to begin the run for a couple scores.

Cornett was patient reaching first on balls.

In Layton's attempt Kale Rockhold with his first career home run hit to lay down a bunt, he a grand slam against Melcher-Dallas.

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In the fourth inning, the Cardinal defense allowed another error on the lead off Wolverine, reaching first before stealing second. Champ Walker controlled the next out with the catch in center. The next at bat slammed a hit through the left side recording another run. The Cards kept him stranded on second after Boothe took the next two outs with a strike out and beating the runner at first.

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Rockhold pitched 3 innings, recording the win from the circle with 6 strike outs and giving up 0 walks.

Children's Theatre Camp

long, adding 2 more in the sixth stealing back the lead, 6-5 and held (Submitted info.) the lead to the end with The Leon Community Theatre held their 5th annual Children's Theatre camp (Party Animals) the 8-6 win. at SCIT, June 6 - 10. Ages Kindergarten through 5th grade held their event in the morning and in Annika Evertsen the afternoon, ages 6th - 8th grade, under the direction of Cierra Fountain and Annalise Minnick. A recorded the win earning 6 strike outs and showcase was held for each age group on Friday.

Each participant in the week's camp received a free ticket to the Leon Community Theatre's giving up only 1 walk. production of Beauty and the Beast to be held August 5, 6 and 7.

SB vs MURRAY Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Annika Evertsen 5 1 2 0 Hallee Hamilton 4 2 1 0 Kylee Rockhold 4 0 3 2 Breegan Lindsey 3 1 0 0 Addie Graham 4 1 0 1 Aniston Jones 3 1 1 0 Jordan Proctor 3 1 1 0 Addy Schreck 3 1 1 0 Amy Potter 3 0 2 3

Vs. Chariton The Cardinals had a rough match- up with the Chargers, losing 0-12, giving up 7 errors.

Annika Evertsen pitched 5 innings, recording the loss from the mound with 1 strike out and giving SB vs CHAR. Batting Stats up 3 walks.

Player AB R H RBI Annika Evertsen 3 0 0 0 Vs. East Union Hallee Hamilton 2 0 1 0 Game 1 Kylee Rockhold 2 0 0 0 The Cardinals add- Jordan Proctor 2 0 0 0 ed the first runs for the Addie Graham 2 0 0 0 3-0 lead over the Eagles Aniston Jones 2 0 0 0 in the first. The Eagles Addy Schreck 2 0 0 0 were able to tie the Amy Potter 2 0 0 0 game in the third, 3-3. Breegan Lindsey 2 0 1 0 The Cardinals answered back in the fourth with SB vs EU-1 Batting Stats 4 and the fifth with 1 Player AB R H RBI more while holding the Annika Evertsen 4 2 2 0 Eagles scoreless for the Hallee Hamilton 4 2 2 3 remainder of the game. Kylee Rockhold 3 0 1 1 Cards won 8-3 in the Jordan Proctor 2 0 0 0 first of two games.

Addie Graham 4 0 0 0 Kylee Rockhold re- Aniston Jones 3 1 2 1 corded the win earning Addy Schreck 3 0 1 0 8 strike outs and giving Amy Potter 3 1 1 0 up only 2 walks.

Breegan Lindsey 3 1 2 0 Vs. East Union Game 2 SB vs EU-2 Batting Stats In the second Player AB R H RBI game for the night, the Annika Evertsen 4 0 1 0 Cardinals added the Hallee Hamilton 4 1 0 0 first 4 runs, answered Kylee Rockhold 4 1 1 0 back by the Eagles Jordan Proctor 3 2 2 0 with 3. The scoreboard Addie Graham 4 1 2 3 remained silent until Aniston Jones 4 2 2 1 the Eagles took the 5-4 Addy Schreck 3 1 2 1 lead in the fifth. The Amy Potter 4 0 2 2 Cards didn't trail for Breegan Lindsey 3 0 0 0

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some noise with their bats when on one out, Ty Rasmussen smacked the ball through the right side, reaching first. Smith was patient at the plate earning base on balls. Both runners advanced a base on the passed ball.

Sam Boothe was able to score Rasmussen on his hit to center but was disappointed with the catch. Cornett finished the inning, on a full count, hitting a solid ball but was unable to beat out the throw from the short stop.

The fifth inning was rock solid with Booth grabbing 2 strike outs and Walker another catch in center.

The Cards were only trailing 3-6 but the Wolverine pitcher was able to control the game going 3 up 3 down.

With an anticipated only 6 outs remaining for both teams, the Wolverines were able to bat 10, starting with the top of the line-up. Devin Adams at short stop made the play at first before the next at bat reached base on balls.

Caelen Devault hit his second home run of the night scoring another 2 runs. After another couple Wolverine hits, Rockhold grabbed the out at first on a bunt where the Wolverine was called on interference running down the inside of the baseline, which caused the throw from Rockhold to hit the Wolverine on the back.

The Cards had 2 outs and were trailing only 3-8. Unfortunately, the plaque struck and

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Boothe couldn't find his zone, walking the next 3 batters, giving up 2 more runs. Back to the top of the lineup again, the Wolverine hit just on the leftfield line, recording a double and 2 runs. A near home-run was then hit to centerfield scoring another 2 runs before the Cards were able to end the inning on a back peddled catch by Cornett.

The Cards were unable to answer back with their 3 at bats, losing 3-14 after six innings.

Cornett recorded the loss of the game pitching 2.1 innings earning 4 strike outs and giving up 2 walks.

M. Boothe pitched 3.2 innings recording 4 strike outs and giving up 4 walks.

Vs. Murray The Cardinals had the first run in the first inning with the Mustangs tying the game after two, 1-1.

Both teams added another 4 in the third.

The Cards took back the lead with 3 in the fourth and 2 more in the fifth, overtrumping the Mustangs 1 in each inning. With the 10-7 lead, the Cardinals slammed in 6 more runs in the 6th before another 3 in the seventh. The Mustangs added their final run in the sixth inning, with the Cardinals recording the 19-8 win.

Ty Rasmussen pitched 4.1 innings, recording the win along with 2 strike outs and giving up only 1 walk.

Joe Sheetz pitched 2.2 innings recording 2 strike outs and giving up 2 walks.

Theatre Camp participants ages K-5th grade were: Front: Emily Layton (volunteer), Sutton Rumley, Thea Christofis, Sutton Jones, Amelia Estrada, Amari Nathaniel, Hudson Peters, Ronan Hullinger, and Maggie Layton (volunteer). Middle: Annalise Minnick (volunteer), Iris Wilson, Kious Roe, Shayland Roe, Paul Clark, Bodie Vogel, Rylann Braby-Long, Rowan Murphy, Hudsen Greenland, Dylan Wilson, Grey Greubel, and Tyler Hall. Back: Karizma Overhake, Taylor Vogel, Teegin Brownlee, Lily Buckingham, Cierra Fountain (Director), Gibson Graham, Cash Greubel, Lucas Wilkins, and Addison Graham (Volunteer). Volunteers not pictured: Marcia Stephens, Cadence Clark, Caitlin Brown, and Kendra Williams.

Theatre Camp participants ages 6th - 8th grade were: front l-r: Olivia Reed, Jazlyn Byrd, Macson Lindsey, Waylon Buckingham, Beau Waugh, and Carter Davis. Back: Maggie Layton (volunteer), Booker Christofis, Mili Waugh, Bianca Swartz, Remi Christofis, Blaine Buckingham, and Cadence Clark (volunteer).

Cardinals added 4 more to the only 1 from the Saints. The third inning was quiet before the Cards made noise more than doubling their score again adding 9 runs with the Saints adding only 1.

The Cards scored another 2 innings in the fifth allowing the Saints only 1 run, ending the game after 5 with the 18-6 win.

Spencer Smith pitched 3.1 innings recording the win and 2 strike outs giving up 2 walks. Kale Rockhold pitched 1.2 innings recording 2 strike outs and giving up 1 walk.

"Our Redbirds 17-6 win at Melcher-Dallas saw the first career home run hit by Kale Rockhold with a grand slam," stated Coach Shane Akers.

big brother Carter Boothe (2018), Tyler Davis (2018), Michel Evertsen (2020), Mike Boord (1989) and Matt Rouse (1989) in the 100 Hit Club.

Lane Leeper also recorded his 21st stolen base of the season, breaking the record for most stolen bases by a freshman. This record was held by Carter Boothe who is also CD boy's baseball's career leader with 150 bases in his career from 20142018.

BB vs MD Batting Stats Player AB R H RBI Champ Walker 4 3 3 1 Matt Boothe 3 2 1 0 Devin Adams 4 1 1 2 Wade Hill 0 1 0 0 Kale Rockhold 4 2 2 4 Asher Norman 0 1 0 0 Ty Rasmussen 3 2 2 1 Spencer Smith 2 1 1 1 Lane Leeper 1 2 0 0 Jaydan Broich 2 1 1 4 Jaxson Cornett 3 1 1 1 Sam Boothe 4 1 0 1

Evening SPECIAL

Vs. East Union After the Cards lost a 7-8 game on the road against East Union, they were ready for revenge. The Cardinals delivered 3 runs in the first, second and third innings for the 9-0 lead.

After grabbing 2 more runs in the fourth and holding the Eagles scoreless, the Cards won 11-0 after the top of the fourth.

Jaydan Broich recorded the win pitching 3 innings while recording 3 strike outs and giving up 0 walks.

Ty Rasmussen pitched 2 innings recording 2 strike out and giving Vs. Melcher-Dallas up 0 walks.

It was a 3-3 game "Cards got redempafter the first. The tion with an 11-0 win at home against East Union," stated Coach Akers. "Devin Adams hit a three run home run to help the cause."

Coach Shane Akers reported that senior Matthew Boothe earned his 100th career hit with a Home Run at Wayne on Friday, June 17 to become the 6th known player in 18189 Hwy 69 • Leon, Iowa • 641-446-4198 school history to reach DeltaMetals.co/ this milestone. He joins

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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.

June 20,2022 The Decatur County Board of Supervisors met in regular session on Monday, June 20, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors office located on the 1st floor of the Decatur County Courthouse. Present: Dan Christensen, Bob Bell and Ward Graham. Also present was Charlene Hoover, County Auditor. Unless otherwise noted, all motions carried unanimously.

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

Motion by Graham/Bell to approve the minutes of the June 13, 2022, Regular Session and June 15, 2022, Special Session. Motion carried.

David Frank with ArcaSearch held a brief zoom presentation demonstrating the archive project which will be available to the public.

Decatur County Engineer Dillon Davenport was present to discuss departmental matters with the Board.

Motion by Bell/Graham to approve the hiring of Bob Hamilton as the Assistant to the County Engineer. Motion carried.

The following claims approved by the Board were paid: Access Systems Network Service $1,823.37 Access Systems Leasing Equipment Leasing IT 2,570.35 Acheson, Terre Supplies And Postage 26.03 Agriland Fs Inc. Fuel 12,883.04 Agrivision Equipment Group Parts 1,965.21 Airgas Usa Llc Cylinder Lease Renewal 161.79 Alliant Energy Utilities 3,907.19 Alphamedia Radio Ads Outreach Event 359.52 Aramark Uniform Services Custodial Supplies 75.43 Auditor Of State Fy22 Audit 47,176.66 Bishop Engineering Learning Center Work 1,920.00 Bituminous Materials Emulsion 1,377.65 Bixby, Robert Election Worker/ Mileage 178.00 Blakesley, Janeen Election Worker/ Mileage 183.50 Blyzo Bait Bait 684.40 Bob Brown Chevrolet Repairs 437.23 Bob Jackson Trucking Rock Hauling 984.48 Boles, Russell Reimburse For Weed Spraying 226.45 Booth, Linda Election Worker/ Mileage 170.50 Boswell, Annette Election Worker/ Mileage 191.50 Brandt, Christopher Election Worker/ Mileage 172.50 Campbell, Jean Election Worker/ Mileage 110.25 Cannon Portajohn Rental Toilet Rental 240.00 Cater 2 U Veteran Outreach Event 1,207.00 Centec Cast Metal Products Veteran Grave Markers 1,407.87 Central Decatur Comm Schools 6 7 22 Use Of School Bldg 20.00 Central District, Isaa Continued Education 250.00 Central Iowa Distributing Toilet Supplies 2,388.00 Centurylink, Business Services Utilities 8.47 City Of Lamoni Garbage Pickup 100.00 City Of Leon Utilities 1,095.08 Clarke Electric Co Op. Utilities 1,120.57 Clausen, Kayla Supplies 18.77 Coffey, Charles Election Worker/ MileAge 197.25 Collier, Doug Cell Phone Allowance 20.00 County Treasurer Fuel 3,377.66 Culligan Water Coolers 59.10 Day, Sharon Election Worker/ Mileage 146.25 Decatur County Hospital Sample Collection Fee 26.00 Decker, Linda Election Worker/ Mileage 179.00 Dollar General

Charged Sales Food/Prov/ Office Supplies 21.15 Down South Co Supplies 417.30 Eastin, Brandon Election Worker/ Mileage 19.00 Eastin, Gary Election Worker/ Mileage 11.00 Eastin, Janis Election Worker/ Mileage 229.50 Eastin, MIchelle Election Worker/ Mileage 27.00 Edwards, Len Election Worker/ Mileage 26.00 Egbert, Michael Mileage Reimbursement 16.50 Electronic Engineering Radio Antennas 209.39 Evora Consulting Annual Services 630.00 Fastenal Company Hardware 28.13 Gilbert True Value Home Center Hardware 833.62 Graceland University Americorp 300.00 Great Western Bank Supplies, Conf/ Hotel, 4,128.76 GRM Networks Telephone Bill 326.24 Hewlett’s Quality Lawn Care Mowing 930.00 Hill, Shirley Election Worker/ Mileage 186.75 Hoover, Charlene Election Training/ Mileage 62.50 Husky Spring Returned Part 2,739.11 Hy-Vee West Des Moines Mulch 171.44 I.C.C.S. Membership 2023 1,500.00 Icube 2022 Icube Dues 200.00 Ideal Ready Mix Co. Supplies For Patching 5,343.95 Iowa Dept Of Public Safety Terminal Lease 2,067.12 Iowa Dept. Of Inspections Kitchen Inspection 100.00 Jimmerson, Patti Election Mileage 7.75 Karl Emergency Vehicles Pickup 3,500.79 Kone Inc Elevator Maintenance 696.30 L & W Quarries Chips For Patcher 1,038.16 Lamar Covid Advertising 550.00 Lamoni Municipal Util.

Utilities 25.63 Leon Hardware & Appliances Llc Hardware 78.21 Leon Journal Reporter Employment Ads 230.00 Leon Service Fuel 23.94 Logan Contractors Supply Inc Supplies For Pavement Patching

2,005.08 Marion County Public Health Physical/ Occupational Therapy 2,483.24 Mc Lane, Lisa County Rental Assistance 450.00 MFA Agri Services Herbicides 497.95 MFA Oil Company Fuel 997.44 Mid American Research Chemical Custodial Supplies 106.08 Moffett, Julie Election Worker/ Mileage 188.00 Morehouse, Rebecca Election Worker/ Mileage 165.50 Norris Quarries.

Road Rock 45,523.14 North Lumber & Home Center Inc Rebar 2,887.33 Oden Enterprises Inc. Bridge Materials 39,012.36 Palmer, Martha Election Worker/ Mileage 183.75 Parker, Theresa Election Worker/ Mileage 166.50 Pearce, David Contract Labor 758.50 Pomp’s Tire Service, Inc., Ar Dept Tires 1,240.00 Postmaster Postage 768.00 Powerplan Parts 403.92 R & S Auto Tire Repairs 35.00 Rice, Peggy Election Assistance 1,292.17 Rumley, Jana Election Worker/ Mileage 248.50 Schildberg Construction Co Road Rock 705.32 Schuldt, Karen Election Worker/ Mileage 170.50 Seneca Companies Repairs To Fuel Pumps 2,024.22 Smith Feeder Supply Inc. Oxygen 104.00 Smith, Di Election Worker/ Mileage 176.00 Smith, Ronald Election Worker/ Mileage 176.50

Snyder & Associates Trail Engineering 2,302.00 Solutions, Inc Data Processing Repair/ Maintenance 120.00 Southern Iowa Towing&Recovery Tire Repair 458.93 Southern Iowa Wholesale Used Mack 17,750.00 Southwest Iowa Rec Utilities 329.95 Sport Wade Inc. Fuel 90.75 Sweeney Court Reporting Legal/Court Services 1,294.60 Titan Machinery Inc. Parts 151.00 Truck Center Companies Parts 1,397.87 Tyler Technologies Financial Training 2,328.00 Tysdal, Randy Cell Phone Allowance 20.00 U.S. Cellular 0504758994/0508115111 Data Processing Se

1,541.86 Uline Contract Labor Supplies 119.30 Umb Bank Na Trustee Fee 750.00 United Farmers Cooperative Propane Pre Pay 2,050.00 Uphdm Occupational Medicine Hearing Testing 616.58 W.R.D. Landfill Closure/ Postclosure Deposit 71,876.00 Wahltek Office/Data Processing Main.

1,336.94 Watson Auto Parts Parts Disc.

433.65 Wayne County Public Health Tobacco Education 400.00 Windstream Lakedale, Inc. Data Processing Service 6.38 Written Word Llc Advertising Ph 817.50 Ziegler Inc. Repair Parts 1,021.81 Grand Total $326,103.43 With no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 3:30 p.m.

SIGNED: Dan Christensen Chair, Board of Supervisors ATTEST:Charlene Hoover Decatur County Auditor 1t22 June 29, 2022

THE COURTHOUSE REPORT MARRIAGE LICENSES

Tara M. Norman, 27, Van Wert and Logan S. Pankey, 29, Van Wert.

Caleb R. Yutzy, 27, Leon and Rebekah L. Yoder, 28, Leon.

Marcus M. Brown, 29, Leon and Taylor A. Short, 28, Leon.

Nathyn R. Hempel, 27, Overland Park, KS and Carmen E. Rush, 23,

Overland Park, KS. Saran J. Jalas, 22, Eagleville, MO and Bryce L. Swigart, 25, Lamoni.

Brandy M. White, 41, Garden Grove and Robert S. Bossler, 42, Garden Grove.

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William Ronald Robert Campbell, Pleasant Valley, MO, speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $149.88.

Patriot William Ghormley, Des Moines, IA, failure to display registration plate. Total $121.75.

Trevor Loudon, Waukee, IA, operation without registration. Total $301.26.

Brandon Michael Springer, Bettendorf, IA, dark window or windshield.

Total $55.00.

Charles Ray Staples II, Des Moines, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over). Total $463.09.

Kara Lanae Luce, Osceola, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (21 or over).

Total $233.25.

Jeffrey Earl Butler, Little Elm, TX, speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over).

Total $175.75.

Colton James Lee Fountain, Leon, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over). Total $118.25.

Shawn Jason Allan, Urbandale, IA, failure to maintain control.

Total $210.25.

John D. Porter, Elberfeld, IN, fail to obey stop sign and yield right of way. Total $210.25.

Michael Lewis Kauzlarich, Leon, IA, failure to maintain or use safety belts - adult. Total $135.50.

Andrew Eugene Evans, Lamoni, IA, failure to dim headlights. Total $106.75.

Mary Katelynn Faulkner, Glendale, AZ, fail to change lane upon approach of station. Total $210.25.

Mary Ann Martinelli, Waukee, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over).

Total $89.50.

Shelby Ann Wambold, Lacona, IA, dark window or windshield. Total $135.50.

Jeffrey Wayne Richards, Decatur, IA, violation of conditions of minors school license. Total $135.50.

Jeffrey Wayne Richards, Decatur, IA, fail to use seat belt - minor. Total $135.50.

Debra Ann Van Vlair, Ellston, IA, speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over).

Total $118.25.

Darren Robert Gingerich, Leon, Ia, speeding 55 or under zone (21 or over). Total $221.75.

Aaron Webster Bethards, Diagonal, IA, speeding. Total $101.00.

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Simple Beautification to Set the Stage to Contagious Community Pride (continued from page 1) certainly improved the looks of the home. It makes the home look alive with color.

The next improvement that was made to the home was to add landscaping. Todd was the one that designed the landscape.

It is composed mostly of rock gardens with rock and brick edging and flowers and shrubs scattered throughout.

Anna Maria said that they used mostly perennial flowers: hostas, lilies, mums, peonies and shrubs. She also has a lot of house plants that she keeps on the front porch. Her favorite house plants are the cacti. The house plants definitely add a nice warm welcoming touch to the home.

When the state replaced the main side-

Red Barn Meat Market Open (continued from page 2) frigerated van, and they will be able to offer delivery on custom processing, and will be starting a retail delivery route! Their retail delivery route offers free delivery of your fresh meats within 35 miles, with $3.50 per loaded mile after 35.

(The free delivery will have a minimum order amount.)

Present for the signing of the bill

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS (continued from page 2) of said Section 31; thence N ... to POB, having an area of 17.44 acres including 1.07 acres of Decatur County Road Easement; AND W ½ SW 1/4 SW 1/4 of Section 32, T 68 N, R 24 W of the 5th P.M., Decatur County, Iowa. No transfer stamps.

walk in front of their house, Todd and Anna Maria decided to make some improvements of their own. They put in a new front walk, a new side walk and new front steps. They also added a concrete drive that was trimmed in brick to match the rest of the landscaping. This was a big improvement that has continued to add a very special look to the home.

At this time Todd and Anna Maria have no plans for further improvements.

The amazing thing about this story is that even though this house was rented, Todd and Anna Maria paid for all the improvements, to the home, themselves.

This is the type of dedication to community service that you need in small towns like Leon.

Thank you very much, Todd and Anna Maria. by Governor Kim Reynolds were Susan Elliot (Red Barn HR), Enos Yoder, Doug Keller, Lonnie Cowden (co-manager), Austin Steele (co-manager), Enos Swartzentruber (co-owner) Samuel S w a r t z e n t r u b e r, R u m a h e r e Swartzentruber, Ginger Field (office staff), Lizzy Cernin (office staff), Jaime Rucker (accountant), Brayson Alley and Tiffany Whittom (co-owner Tad Whittom's daughter and grandson), along with Iowa Lieutenant Governor Adam Gregg, and Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig.

Splash-a-Palooza at Leon Swimming Pool

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Are you passionate about meaningful connections and helping people realize their dreams? Do you love helping people and thrive in a team environment? Do you have a strong willingness to learn and a problem-solving, go-getter attitude? Then we are looking for you!

As a member of the Student Financial Services (SFS) team on the Lamoni, IA campus, you will be a key player in helping students get through the steps of financing their education at Graceland so they can start fulfilling their career dream!

A successful candidate for this role will focus their strong customer service skills on patiently but efficiently working with students and families. They will work in tandem with the Office of Admissions and their fellow SFS colleagues.

The successful candidate for this role will have the following skills: • Excellent Math skills • Excellent Computer skills • Attention to detail • Planning and organizing • Analysis and judgment • Dependability • Work standards • Excellent communication • Sensitivity • Self-reliance • Commitment to the University and teamwork • The ability to process and maintain information that is often ambiguous and highly confidential.

This candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in financial aid, business, accounting or related field.

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General Manager for Municipal Utilities The General Manager is an advanced professional and administrative person who works as the manager of the public electric, water, gas, and waste water utility department. Work involves the responsibility for planning, directing, and supervising the operation of the utility under the general administrative direction of the City Council.

Duties include the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of commercial and residential utility services. The Manager will be responsible for the following: 1. Plan, direct and coordinate the work of the organization; establish procedures and policies within the general policy established by the City Council; make recommendations on plans, policies and projects to the Council.

2. Administer and coordinate the development and execution of the capital improvement projects budget; participate in the development of master plans for organizing and financing capital improvement projects.

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4. Coordinate work with other city departments as well as other utility interests.

5. Prepare and present a recommended budget to the City Council.

Qualifications: A college degree in engineering, business or related course of study and strong managerial and interpersonal skills is preferred. A minimum of eight (8) years of responsible supervisory/managerial experience with a public utility or closely related organization is highly desired.

Experience: Knowledge of materials, methods, and practices required in municipal public utility construction, maintenance, and operations.

Knowledge of construction contract administration and knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to public utility operations is essential.

Applications can be picked up at Lamoni City Hall at 190 South Chestnut Street in Lamoni and will be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries can be sent to lamonicityhall@grm.net or by calling (641) 784-6311. Application deadline is June 30, 2022 by 4:30 p.m. A complete job description is available upon request.

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The Leon Journal-Reporter, Wednesday, June 29, 2022

Three to Participate in Rodeo Princess Contest The 2022 Leon Rodeo Princess contest has three young ladies, Carlee Hamaker of Kellerton, Lillie Mae Curry of Mt. Ayr and Raylee Bushnell of Kirksville, MO, competing in this year's event.

Carlee Hamaker - 14 Daughter of Carrie and David Hamaker Kellerton, IA

Raylee Bushnell - 12 Daughter of Lacy Bushnell and James Snyder and Justin and Emily Bushnell Kirksville, MO

Lillie Mae Curry - 14 Daughter of Daniel and Kim Curry Mt. Ayr, IA

Rodeo Lights and Country Nights - Parade Theme Be sure to attend the Leon Fouth of July Parade on Monday afternoon, July 4.

This year the parade route will return to its original starting along South Main Street by the swimming pool. Line up for the parade will begin at 3:00 p.m. at Harvey Park along SE Q Street.

Parade entry judging will take place promptly at 3:30 p.m. with the main parade starting

at 4:00 p.m.

The Kid’s portion of the parade will line up at the empty lot beside State Farm near the former Leon Journal-Reporter location on Main Street.

The categories for this year's parade are as follows: trailers, pull type, pickup floats; ATVs, go-carts, lawn mowers; political and antique cards; horses, wagaons, buggies; trucks, tractors,

machinery.

For additional information, email info@ leonchamber.org.

Pleasanton 4th of July

Marking 164 years, the town of Pleasanton will hold its annual 4th of July celebration on Monday, July 4.

The parade will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by Home Talent at 12:15 p.m., Music Group at 1:00 p.m. and games for all ages will begin at 2:00 p.m. Food stands and vendors will also be on hand.

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802 1ST STREET, LEON, IA 50144 • 641-446-4512 The 2022 Leon Rodeo is excited to bring premium Native American Performers to this year's event. The Wichita War Dancers from Wichita, Kansas will be performing each night of the rodeo at 6:30 p.m.

These Native performers come from the Ponca and Tohono OODHAM Tribal Nations.

Lead by "World Champion Wichita War Dancer" this dance troupe consist of a War Dancer, a Southern Traditional Dancer and a Fancy Shawl Dancer. This group has traveled coast to coast educating, and preserving Native American culture and heritage through dance.

The war dance honors a war horse in battle, the southern traditional dance represents warriors of the past and the fancy shawl dance is an energetic dance that showcases the beauty and strength of nature's butterfly.

2022 59th Annual

LEON RODEO

July 1 - 2 - 3 - 4

37 TIMES RODEO OF THE YEAR IRCA, URA, MRCA, WPRA (BRW) SANCTIONED EVERY NIGHT AT 6:30 P.M.

wichita war dancers TICKETS:

Advance $8.00 At the Gate $10.00

FRIDAY, JULY 1

7:00 p.m. Queen Coronation 7:15 p.m. Mutton Bustin 8:00 p.m. Rodeo

Children Ages 3-6 Advance $5.00 Gate $6.00

SATURDAY, JULY 2

7:00 p.m. Mutton Bustin 8:00 p.m. Rodeo

DANCE Following Rodeo

The RUMLEY BROTHERS

MONDAY, JULY 4

SUNDAY, JULY 3

7:00 p.m. Steer Riding 8:00 p.m. Rodeo

8-10 a.m. Pancake Breakfast (on the Square) 8 a.m. 5K Run 4:00 p.m. Parade 7:00 p.m. Steer Riding 8:00 p.m. Rodeo FIREWORKS TO FOLLOW

► Breakfast by the Boy Scouts 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Every Morning

► CALF SCRAMBLE NIGHTLY PRIOR TO RODEO Leon Rodeo Association For Information call 641-446-3535 or 641-442-5447

► Bobby Reid Sky Diver (weather permitting)