TJ 07 2015 02 12 - Butler County Tribune
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TJ 07 2015 02 12 - Butler County Tribune
MID-AMERICA UPC CODES Buffalo Center Tribune Keota Eagle Butler County Tribune Journal Liberal Opinion Week Clarksville Star Conservative Chronicle Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 E-mail: [email protected] Telephone: 319-267-2731 Website: www.butlercountytribune.com Volume 42 - Number 7 New Sharon Sun Pioneer Enterprise Area Sports Page 11 CWL Times Sheffield Press Dows Advocate Sigourney News-Review Eagle Grove Eagle The Leader Graphic-Advocate Allison AMVETS Valentine steak fry set for Saturday Grundy Register will be holding a ValThe Allison AMVETS entine’s Day steak fry on Saturday, February 14, with serving from 5-8 p.m. Hampton Chronicle Community UMC Pancake Dinner Sunday Community UMC will be holding their Pancake Dinner Sunday, February 15 with serving from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. serving pancakes, sausages and drink for a freewill offering. The church is located at 309 W. Superior, Clarksville. Everyone is welcome to attend. Soup luncheon fundraiser re-scheduled to Sunday, Feb. 15 The Relay for Life Team ‘Kickin’ Cancer’ has re-scheduled the “Souper Bowl” soup luncheon to Sunday, February 15. It will be held at the AMVETS in Clarksville from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be a variety of specialty soups plus the old favorites, chicken noodle and chili. Freewill donations will go to the Relay for Life to help with their continued mission of fighting cancer and raising awareness. Any questions about the upcoming event, or unable to attend but would like to contribute contact Denise Meyer at 319-278-1080. New Hartford Lions to host Omelet/Pancake Breakfast Sunday The New Hartford Lions are having their Omelet and all you can eat Pancake Breakfast Sunday, February 15, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the New Hartford Community Building. The cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children under 12 and $3 for second omelet. Jendro Sanitation garbage/recycling February 17 Due to the Presidents Day holiday next week, Jendro Sanitation will collect garbage and recycling on Tuesday, February 17. Please remember to have your containers curbside by 5 a.m. as they do have an early start time. Fat Tuesday/Mardi Gras celebration February 17 Join Immanuel UCC, Clarksville, on Tuesday, February 17, from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Clarksville AMVETS Hall for a Fat Tuesday/Mardi Gras celebration. Guests will have a choice of four soups, homemade breads, desserts and drink for a freewill donation. There will also be a bake sale. The event is sponsored by the Immanuel UCC fundraising committee. Shell Rock woman back in the saddle after being thrown Advocates helmet use Village Vine of a helmet. If they don’t die, they could lose brain or body function What Cheer PaperEditor from the damage, she said. SHELL ROCK — Kristi Demuth “Your head’s like a melon. There’s rode horses all her life. nothing to protect it if you don’t have “We wore cowboys hats, never a helmet on,” she said. wore helmets when I was a kid,” she It has been two years since Desaid. muth’s brush with death. But when Demuth trained her own They were in the truck ready to children to ride horses — starting leave for Volga River State Recre10 years ago when they moved to ation Area near Fayette on the fateful an acreage near Shell Rock — she day in October 2013 when Sara, then trained Sara, then age 8, and Niko- 17, asked, ‘Mom, did you grab the las, 12, to wear helmets. helmets?’ To set a good “I said, ‘No, example, she I’ll go back and started to wear get them.’ I’m one, too. so glad she (re“I get it, it’s membered),” not very comDemuth said. fortable to wear At the park, Dea helmet. It’s muth got saddled hot,” said Deon her horse, muth. “But I truBuddy, and was ly believe that’s waiting for Sara what saved my and a trainer who life.” accompanied As an insurthem to finish. ance agent in Buddy got Waverly, she fidgety, so she sees people die started to move Demuth because of lack him around in a Mira Schmitt-Cash Mira Schmitt-Cash Editor ALLISON — City Council tentatively approved Monday a street project option that called for chipsealing 11 blocks in Allison with recycled rock. Mark Steffes, representing Blacktop Service Co., said this would be the seventh year since his employer started work for the city. The company has been maintaining the frost boils, Steffes said. Option two from Blacktop Service Co. of Allison is estimated to cost $118,302. That was $67,000 less than if the company provided the rock base, Steffes said. The 11 blocks slated to be paved are Walnut from Fourth to Eighth streets; from Walnut to Maple on Sixth, Seventh and Eighth streets; from Locust to Pine on Third, Fifth Kristi Demuth, Shell Rock, rides her 26-year-old horse. She was thrown from a different horse in 2013 while wearing a helmet. She says the helmet saved her. (Contributed photo) circle. She remembers pulling back lightly on the right rein. Buddy reared up and — she was later told — fell on top of her. Kristi Demuth was knocked unconscious. She woke up on her own and told Sara her leg hurt. Sara was just going through first aid training in physical education, so when Kristi and some helpful bystanders wanted to try to move her leg, Sara knew to refuse. Sara called 911. Buddy stayed beside her, causing Kristi to conclude later, “It was just HELMET to page 2 and Sixth streets, and Fifth Street from Elm to Maple. If it turns out the base rock on the streets cannot be reused, the cost to buy the rock will be higher. “It’s our road, and if it isn’t usable, we’ll have to spend to buy the rock,” Mayor Scot Henrichs said. Higher costs can force another choice. When costs rose beyond an estimate last year, the city dropped a block of Fifth Street to stay in budget, Steffes said. With the paving option, number three, milling an average of two inches, the city wouldn’t have to worry about either option one or two, Steffes said. Councilman James Blockhus said he’d heard comments about loose chips on the road and people raking rock from parking areas in the spring. “The paving option — I know it’s more money, but you wouldn’t have that problem,” Steffes said. Blockhus said blacktop would be nice but he didn’t think the city could afford it and didn’t want to mix and match with the existing roads. Steffes explained one factor into the relative cost of blacktop to the city compared to nearby towns. “You do have wider streets. We do towns where (roads) are 18 feet wide. A lot of yours are wider than 30 (feet),” Steffes said. Allison’s Main Street is about 80 feet wide, Henrichs said. All options led to using chips or fine gravel with single seal coat maintenance — “unless you want to mill and overlay,” Steffes said. Seal coats have to be maintained, or they can crack in about seven years, Steffes said. He said New Hampton has a single chip seal per- formed every eight to 10 years. “I think option two is in our future. That’s about what we budgeted, anyway,” Blockhus said. Councilman Ron Davis said it would be nice to blacktop. Steffes said he lacked the information to answer the difference in cost over time between chip seal and blacktop. The road past Casey’s in Allison is at least 6 to 8 inches of new rock plus 6 inches of new asphalt — 14 inches of solid materials, Steffes said. There was a murmur from around the table as council members admired the quality of that road. Blockhus moved for option two, the seal coat option that used rock from the road. Davis seconded, and the motion carried. More COUNCIL, page 2 County Board grants $1,616 settlement after crash Mira Schmitt-Cash Editor The Iowa Butler County Snowbirds will have their annual luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, February 20 at the Golden Corral, 1868 N. Power Rd., Mesa, Ariz. They would welcome any news from home to share. If you have questions please call Joni, 480-248-7766. Pony Express to hold Dance & Auction February 28 Pony Express Riders of Iowa will be holding a dance and auction on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 8 p.m. to 12 p.m. at the Allison AMVETS. Cost is $5 per person. Borderline will take the stage, with all proceeds benefitting Easter Seals Camp Sunnyside (a facility for Iowans with disabilities). Contact 319-267-2244, for more information. Classifieds ................................................. 10 Obituaries ....................................................5 Public Notices..........................................6, 7 Schmitt-Cash rejoins Mid-America Publishing as Star and TribuneJournal editor Council takes cheap chip seal option over preference for ‘nice’ blacktop Iowa Butler County Snowbirds to hold their annual luncheon In this week’s issue: Schmitt-Cash Lois Koester of Allison received this amaryllis as a Christmas gift. She nurtured it from a bulb to its present eight bright blossoms atop two stems. (Photo by Kathleen Fisher) ALLISON — A Kesley area woman involved in a car accident last July 30 near Aplington asked the Butler County Board of Supervisors for a modest settlement, and on Jan. 27, the board agreed. Contractor Bargen Inc. of Mountain Lake, Minn. was applying an oil sealant to County Road T-25, the Aplington blacktop, about a mile north of Aplington, County Engineer John Riherd said. “This was a new application for us, so a little bit of an unknown,” Riherd said. “They say for 20 minutes to half an hour, it’s pretty slick.” T-25 was under construction when Dorthea Kampman of the Kesley area entered the road. “It wasn’t barricaded as if no traffic could enter,” Riherd said. “I think ... barricades at the end of the road ... said ‘road closed to through traffic.’ ” Road barricades are sometimes staggered so travelers can pass, Board Chairman Tom Heidenw- erth said. Kampman’s car hit the slick spot where the oil had just been applied and entered the ditch, he said. “It’s kind of like black ice; she went in the ditch and totaled the car,” Heidenwerth said. Kampman’s insurance company covered her car, Riherd said. Riherd learned of the matter “within the hour,” he said. The road was reopened a few hours after the sealant dried, Heidenwerth said. “We’ve been working on (a resolution) with our insurance company, with Bargen’s insurance (and) with Kampman’s insurance,” Riherd said. “I guess that’s why it has taken so long.” Kampman requested the deductible and some increases in insurance premiums over the next few years, which were shown to be because of the accident, Heidenwerth said. Riherd, as well as Dorthea and Bob Kampman were present for discussion at the Jan. 27 board meeting. The County Board “felt it was enough of a gray area they felt it was warranted to pay this,” Riherd said. County Attorney Greg Lievens reviewed the basis of Kampman’s claim with the engineer and auditor. A provision under the insurance coverage mentioned a “moral obligation,” up to a certain dollar amount, Lievens said. The anticipated requested amount was below that dollar amount, he said. Lievens said he did not hear from Kampman directly and left the County Board to decide on the matter. Heidenwerth said the board found the amount Kampman requested was “very reasonable.” Following discussion, the board moved and voted to pay Mrs. Kampman $1,616 in damages. “We did it out of the goodness of our hearts more than anything. Nobody was really liable for it,” Heidenwerth said. “We don’t normally do stuff like that like if somebody hit a pothole,” Heidenwerth said. Kampman declined to comment. ALLISON — Mira SchmittCash joined the Butler County Tribune-Journal and Clarksville Star as news editor on Feb. 6. She returns to Mid-America Publishing from the Mitchell County Press-News in Osage and brings with her over six and a half years of experience in most areas of newsgathering. “We are thrilled to have Mira rejoin Mid-America,” said President and CEO Ryan Harvey. “Mira has an unique ability to tell stories readers want to read. I believe she’ll be a huge asset to Butler County over the long haul.” A graduate of Beloit College in Beloit, Wis., Schmitt-Cash lives in Charles City with her husband of four years, Eric Schmitt, who works in Waverly. Schmitt-Cash, who grew up in Cedar Falls, previously served Mid-America Publishing as news editor of the Hampton Chronicle from 2010-2013. She filled in for the company at the Star and Tribune-Journal, in October 2012. “When Mira filled in at the Star and Tribune-Journal, she did a great job cultivating stories people wanted to read,” Harvey said. “I fully expect she’ll do a great job.” “Mira is a knowledgeable and diligent journalist,” Regional Publisher Clinton Poock said. “She understands the news business. She has the ability to cover a wide range of events and topics along with being a great feature writer. I couldn’t be more pleased that she has joined our staff in Allison and Clarksville. I know are readers are going to look forward to receiving their newspaper each and every week.” Schmitt-Cash expressed confidence in the company and the communities she will serve. “The people of Butler County have been friendly and helpful, and I look forward to helping tell their stories as they strive to grow their communities’ independence and quality of life in an ever-urbanizing world,” she said. Reach her at MiraSchmittCash.MAP@gmail. com, [email protected] 319-267-2731 in Allison or 319-278-4641 in Clarksville. Her current office hours are to be in the Allison office Tuesday, Thursday, and alternating Mondays, and in Clarksville Wednesday, Friday, and alternating Mondays. She may hop offices on Wednesday, so please call her cellphone, 319-931-5849, to schedule an interview that day. NEWS 2 • Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 Council to absorb slight Jendro increase Mira Schmitt-Cash Editor ALLISON — City Council voted Monday to approve absorbing a 0.8 percent increase to what Jendro Sanitation charges the city for garbage collection, by approving the next contract with the Charles City-based company. The new contract extends to 2017. At 0.8 percent more, the city’s monthly rate with Jendro will go from $4,168.41 to $4,201.76. Miller read current garbage prices as $18.30 for a small can, $19.74 for a medium and $21.18 for a large one. “We’re charging more than what they’re charging us,” she said. The council moved not to raise the rates and cited the recent sewer increase. Schrage to join Conservation Board ALLISON — The Butler County County Board of Supervisors approved on Jan. 27 appointing applicant Ryan Schrage to the Conservation Board. The Conservation Board had already approved the move. Schrage’s term will last five years. Dale Pothast retired after 16 years on the board. His term ended in December, Conservation Director Mike Miner said. Supervisors Chair Tom Heidenwerth said the board was gender balanced with three men and two women. Help with insurance marketplace today in Allison Visiting Nurse Services of Iowa hosts an enrollment event today to assist individuals enrolling in the health insurance marketplace, which is open through Feb. 15. Professionally trained, licensed health insurance marketplace navigators will be on hand to help Iowans navigate the marketplace. VNS will be at the Allison Public Library Community Room from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. today, Feb. 12, at 412 Third St. Appointments are available by calling 515-288-1516. Walk-ins will be accepted but will likely be rescheduled due to high demand. Jendro Sanitation will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2015 in observance of President’s Day. Allison Monday residential trash & recycling will be collected on Tuesday, February 17th. Please be ready for collection by 5:00 am to ensure pick up. All other Butler County routes will run on regular schedule. “Like” Jendro Sanitation on Facebook for all updates. Thank you for your cooperation. Please call us at 1-800-232-3525 if you have any questions. Have a safe & happy holiday. • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Street finance discussed Allison to Bristow trail Mira Schmitt-Cash Editor ALLISON — Looking ahead to budgeting, City Clerk Glenda Miller told the City Council Monday about a street financing conversation she had with financial adviser Michael Hart. The city will borrow some street financing money with next fiscal year’s budget, Miller said. Whatever the city borrows will have to be spent in three years, meaning the street projects would have to be completed in that window. Borrowing nearly $540,000 would yield $230,000 for a tax increment financed project such as farm-to-market roads and $250,000 to use on street projects. “That would do a couple of years of street projects for us,” Miller said. Bids on the farm-to-market road are to be let in 2016, Miller said. Alternately, the city could borrow a smaller amount that first suggested and re-borrow later. Hart assumed the city would pay interest costs in the first year out of bond proceeds, which would keep the debt service levy constant, Miller said. Treasurer Fitzgerald Has Treasures for Valentine’s Day DES MOINES — Valentine’s Day inspires a day of card and gift giving to those we love. Throughout the years, those cards and keepsake mementos sometimes become lost treasures. State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald wants to reunite Iowans this Valentine’s Day with those lost treasures. “In addition to money, we have safe deposit box contents, which include an assortment of valuable items waiting to be reclaimed,” said Fitzgerald. “Some of these items may have been gifts from a past Valentine’s Day.” Treasurer Fitzgerald encourages all Iowans to check the website for a forgotten treasure. “Check regularly and check often,” Fitzgerald advises. New property is uploaded throughout the year, so even if you have claimed property in the past, there is a chance your name could reappear. “Our goal is to keep reminding people to check their names for any unclaimed property.” The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt database contains more than one million accounts for individuals that have lost track of some money or a treasure. The program has returned over $188 million to more than 452,000 individuals since Fitzgerald started it in 1983. Companies and financial institutions in Iowa and from across the nation report millions of dollars in unclaimed property to the state treasurer each year. Common examples of unclaimed property include money in forgotten savings/ checking accounts, uncashed insurance benefit and payroll checks, lost stock and dividends, abandoned safe deposit box contents and utility refunds or deposits. Simply visit GreatIowaTreasureHunt.com to begin your search. Be sure to like the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt on Facebook and follow the program on Twitter @GreatIATreasure. 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The Butler County Board of Supervisors addressed completing a paved trail segment between Allison and Bristow, another 5.15 miles, in a resolution approved unanimously on Jan. 27. Once fully complete, the Rolling Prairie Trail will provide more than 28 miles of recreational trail between Shell Rock and Dumont at the Franklin-Butler County line. To fund this segment between Allison and Bristow, the County Board committed to provide a total of $302,500, starting in fiscal year 2017, at the rate of $60,500 per year for five years. “It’s not an addition to our current budget, it’s just (earmarking) money in our current budget for the expansion and saying we’ll do it for the next five years,” Miner said. The money in that line item has been used for projects, Miner said. Going forward, it will be set aside for the trail expansion. “Our budget isn’t going to be increased or anything of that nature,” he said. Overall, the Allison to Bristow segHELMET from page 1 a fluke thing … I don’t know what caused him to do that.” Having the trainer there to take care of the trailer freed Sara up to focus on her mom. Kristi’s right ankle was skewed at 90 degrees, above the joint, in a rotational fracture. Her right tibia and fibula also broke. A brain bleed diagnosed with an MRI in West Union led doctors to have Kristi airlifted to the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City. She was in the hospital Sunday, Oct. 13, and underwent surgery on her injured leg. An external rod aligned her ankle and her foot. She was out the following Wednesday. Then, Nov. 4, she was in again as doctors installed a permanent plate and pins. She paid careful attention to her rehabilitation. “The one thing I remember (Dr. Marsh) telling me was I could still lose my leg from that surgery, so believe me, I was a good patient!” Demuth said. Sara took on her mom’s horse chores and the whole family — her husband Joel and son Nik — pitched in with housework and cooking. “The whole family pitched in and helped me do so much. The outpouring of — oh my gosh — community was amazing,” Demuth said. “Very hum- ment will cost an estimated $1.3-1.4 million, Conservation Director Mike Miner said. That figure allows for repairing 19 bridges across the whole trail from Shell Rock to the Franklin and Butler County line at Dumont. The Allison to Bristow segment includes two bridges and an at-grade crossing on Highway 14. The trail will cross Highway 14 roughly 1,000 feet north of the old low-clearance railroad bridge that was removed, Miner said. The amount needing to be raised privately “depends on what we get for grants,” Miner said. “Moving forward from here, we’ll be applying for state and federal trail grants,” he said. Conservation plans to seek an Iowa State and Iowa Federal Recreational Trails program funds through the Iowa Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration, a Community Attraction and Tourism grant through Vision Iowa, Resource Enhancement and Protection Program, as well as local grants, Miner said. In addition to grants, the Butler County Conservation Board and Rolling Prairie Bike Trail Committee will start promoting for private donations, Miner said. bling.” Demuth has ridden all the other horses since the accident but she says she would like to get back on Buddy once. “I trust him; I think I had the fear myself. If you’re afraid, horses can tell fear,” she said. Her grandson, Jayce, 27 months, has taken to Didi, the 26-year-old horse. Moreover, Jayce likes wearing a helmet. Demuth is not taking the second chance for granted. Talking to some of her insurance clients whose children ride horses, Demuth asks, ‘Does the child wear a helmet?’ “It’s one of the things I bring up,” she said. She asks the same question with people who ride motorcycles, mopeds — even snowmobiles. 4-H requires helmets, but that’s the only rule Demuth knew of for horseback riding. The DNR encourages helmets for snowmobiling. An Iowa law on liability in domesticated animal activities (1997) doesn’t mention helmets, head covering or protective gear. Motorcycle laws do not require helmets. “In my opinion, yes, I think it should be a law to require helmets when riding,” Demuth said. TRUCK MONTH AT COOPER’S NEW 2014 Ram 2500 HD Crew Cab 4x4 Hemi, Big Horn Pkg., Back-up Camera, Tow Pkg. Save BIG $$$ on this one! NEW 2014 Ram, 1500 ST Reg. Cab 4x2 V6, 8 Speed, Full Power, Chrome Pkg. 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Allison, Iowa Your Hometown Dealer For 51 Years www.coopermotorsiowa.com Email: [email protected] Ph. 319-267-2392 • FAX: 319-267-2622 Check our inventory at coopermotorsiowa.com SOCIAL NEWS • Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Plainfield Public Library to host Movie Night The Plainfield Public Library will be hosting a movie night on Friday, February 20 at 7 p.m. The movie that will be shown is “Gone Girl,” and is free to the public along with free popcorn! Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • Annie’s Project Provides Agriculture Business Education for Iowa Farm Women Women farmers can enroll now for winter and spring courses Live 2B Healthy exercises/soup supper set Parker Place, 707 Highway 57 in Parkersburg, will host a free soup supper and Live 2B Healthy exercises tailored for ages 55 and over, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Barber awarded Parker Place to Child Care Credential offer Parkinson’s Marvlyn Barber of Clarksville has been awarded a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in recognition of outstanding work with young children. The Council for Professional Recognition in Washington DC awards credentials to early childhood educators who demonstrate the ability to constructively work with young children in group settings. The CDA is a nationally recognized credential for excellence in early childhood education. Each CDA candidate is observed working with young children and is assessed on his/her ability to develop the physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities of young children. Clubs & Meetings SHELL ROCK AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY No. 393 The American Legion Auxiliary No. 393 will meet in the Veteran’s Room of the Boyd Building at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 19. If you have flower stickers, please bring them. Hostesses are Carol Ann Kruse and Claire Osterholm. ________ BUTLER COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS The Butler County Soil and Water Conservation District Commissioners will have their next regular meeting on Thursday, February 19, starting at 7:30 a.m. at the USDA Service Center in Allison. The agenda includes: Scholarship, CRP Plans & revisions, CSP, EQIP, and State and REAP cost share applications. The meeting is open to the public. ©Partnership @ DrugFreeIowa.org Kids: You need to talk to your parents. Some kids think synthetic drugs, often called fake marijuana and bath salts, are safe. They are not – they can be dangerous in many ways. Talk to your parents about the dangers of synthetic drugs. Find out more at DrugFreeIowa.org For Immediate Assistance, call the Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center toll-free Help Line at 866-242-4111. Support Group Parker Place is excited to offer a Parkinson Support Group at Parker Place. This group will meet the second Thursday of every month. The first meeting will be held February 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the private dining room at Parker Place, Parkersburg. Anyone that has been affected by Parkinson’s is encouraged to attend. The speaker will be Taylor Physical Therapy. Parkinson’s is such a complicated condition and it affects everyone differently. It is their hope to help people learn more about Parkinson’s, be able to advocate for themselves more effectively and to live life to its fullest! Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support group to meet February 23 An Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group will meet at 5 p.m. Feb. 23 at Parker Place Assisted Living, 707 Highway 57, Parkersburg. Sally Timmer, Alzheimer’s Association, will deliver the speech, “Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal and Financial Planning.” To join, contact Parker Place at 319346-9771 or email Rhonda at [email protected]. Waverly Health Center to present “Heart Health” at The W Waverly Health Center (WHC) will offer a lunch n’ learn on Wednesday, February 18. The event will be held from noon to 1 p.m. at The W in the Wet Classroom, located to the right of the welcome desk by the pool. Michelle Litterer, RN, BA – WHC cardiac rehab, will present “Making Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference for Heart Health.” This event is free and open to students and the public. Guests can bring their lunch and park in the Wartburg College visitor parking area on 12th Street. For more information, call The W at 319-352-8249. Partnership @ DrugFreeIowa.org J J Darlene and Leonard Reints 60 Anniversary Card Shower th Leonard and Darlene (Fenneman) Reints were married February 13, 1955 at the Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarksville. Their family includes daughters, Susan, Mrs. Mike Fiske of Bemidji, MN.; Jane Halbert of Woodbury, MN. and a daughter-in-law Terry Reints of LaSalle, IL.; six grandchildren and three great-grandsons. Their son Owen is deceased. Cards may be sent to 719 Second St., Plainfield, IA 50666. WHC to Host “The Diabetes Connection” Mansheim recognized for 800+ Waverly Health Center (WHC) will host “The Diabetes Connection” on hours of pro-bono service Tuesday, February 17. The event will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. in Tendrils Rooftop Garden on the WHC campus. The topic will be “What Should I Know about Diabetes Medications?” This program is part of the ongoing diabetes education outreach program offered by WHC. It is free and open to the public. To learn more about the diabetes education program at WHC, call 319-3524952. David Mansheim of Parkersburg, who in 2013-2014 contributed more than 823 pro bono service hours for low-income clients of Iowa Legal Aid, saw his effort recognized by Iowa Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark Cady and The Iowa Commission on Volunteer Services. An emeritus attorney is a new designation by the Iowa Supreme Court that provides for retired lawyers to stay involved by practicing for nonprofit organizations like Iowa Legal Aid. Mansheim was recognized as an emeritus attorney by Iowa Legal Aid Executive Director Dennis Groenenboom in the December 2014 issue of The Iowa Lawyer, a publication of the Iowa State Bar Association. The Commission on Volunteer Services, a state agency on fostering civic engagement, saluted Mansheim by profiling him as one of its 50 Faces Of Volunteers campaign. Mansheim helps clients at the Waterloo Regional Office of Iowa Legal Aid with unemployment hearings, housing problems and protective orders for battered spouses. He currently runs the Pro Se Divorce Clinic where clients can obtain their own divorce with some coaching and advice on the downloadable forms made available by the Iowa Supreme Court. He has also been speaking to local bar associations presenting a program called Justice In The Balance in an effort to recruit other volunteer attorneys. Mansheim lives in Parkersburg with his wife Sara Faye. They are the parents of three, Jonathan Mansheim, Marie Alsup and Michael Mansheim. Admitted to the state bars of Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri, Mansheim practiced law in Parkersburg for 20 years with Klinkenborg, Lawler, Hansmann and Mansheim. After 12 years practicing in St. Louis, he retired back to Parkersburg. Iowa Legal Aid provides civil law assistance to those who qualify and are under 125 percent of federal poverty guidelines. The Waterloo office can be phoned at 1-800-532-1275. It is at 607 Sycamore, Suite 206, in the First National Building in Waterloo. The regional office serves Butler and Bremer counties, among others. The United States is experiencing a large, multi-state outbreak of measles linked to an amusement park in California. More than 100 people from 14 states in the U.S. as close as Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota have been confirmed as having measles. As of Feb. 5, there are no confirmed measles cases in Iowa. With the outbreak, it’s critical to ask your doctor if your family’s vaccinations are current, said Butler County Public Health Director Jennifer Becker. The best way to prevent measles is to get the measles-mumps-rubella shot (called MMR), she said. Two doses of MMR will provide more than 99 percent of people lifelong protection against measles. Two doses of MMR are required for elementary and secondary school entry in Iowa. The first dose should be given at 12 months of age. The second dose can be administered as soon as 28 days later but is usually given as part of the kindergarten shots between age 4 and 6. Generally, persons who started elementary school in Iowa after 1991 and were up-to-date on all school entry vaccine requirements have received two doses of MMR vaccine. It is recommended that adults born in 1957 or later receive at least one dose of MMR vaccine, or have a lab test proving that they are immune and are protected. It is assumed that persons born in the U.S. prior to 1957 were likely infected with the measles virus and therefore have presumptive immunity. In addition, two doses of MMR is recommended for adults of all ages who work or volunteer in health care facilities, travel internationally, or are students in a post-secondary institution, if they do not have laboratory proof of immunity. Measles starts with a high fever. Soon after, it causes a cough, runny nose, and red eyes. Three to seven days after the fever, a rash of tiny, red spots breaks out. It usually starts at the head and spreads to the rest of the body. The rash can last for a week, and coughing can last for 10 days. Measles is highly infectious. If a resident of Butler County would have measles, Becker said all residents would be notified of places, times and locations where they could have been exposed, as well as locations of emergency vaccination clinics. Learn more about measles by visiting http://bit.ly/15LPJhS. Sunday, February 15, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Clarksville AMVETS Hall FUNDRAISER FOR BUTLER COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE TEAM ‘KICKIN’ CANCER There will be a variety of specialty soups plus the old favorites, chicken noodle and chili. FREEWILL DONATIONS Any questions about the upcoming event, or unable to attend, but would like to contribute contact Denise Meyer at 319-278-1080. SUBSCRIPTION RATES - $36.00 Newspaper or/ & Online Single Copy: $1.00 The professional development journey of Iowa’s women in agriculture comes with specific needs. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offices throughout the state are hosting Annie’s Project courses to meet those needs. The courses are networking programs which empower women to become better agriculture business partners and owners. According to a 2012 survey conducted by ISU Extension and Outreach, 47 percent of Iowa’s farmland is owned by women. Annie’s Project supports these women by providing an agricultural business education program that encourages farm women who want to be more knowledgeable about their agriculture enterprises. Since 2004, the national Annie’s Project has expanded to be in 34 states. Likewise, the Iowa educational opportunities offered through Annie’s Project are growing to meet womens’ role in agriculture. Course topics are not only meeting the needs of farm women audiences but are also being presented by women agriculture professionals. 2015 Iowa Annie’s Project course offerings Four Annie’s Project courses are scheduled to be offered in Iowa this winter and spring. Annie’s Project is a six-session course designed especially to help farm women develop their management and decision-making skills. Participants learn about the five areas of agriculture risk management: financial, human resources, legal, marketing and production. Managing for Today and Tomorrow is a five-session Annie’s Project course Community United Methodist Church PANCAKE LUNCHEON Tuesday, February 17 4:30 - 7:00 pm Clarksville Amvet Hall Choice of 4 soups, homemade breads, desserts & drinks FREE WILL DONATION Sponsored by: IUCC Fund Raising Committee *Bake Sale e-mail [email protected] www.theclarksvillestar.com Purses, Organizers and Totes Initials-inc.com When- Thursday, Feb. 12 5:30-7:30 p.m. Where- Doc’s Personalization is FREE...ALWAYS $5 from each YBL mirrored case 10% sales given to Bethany.org to support adoptions in the U.S. New Hartford Lions Omelet and Pancake Breakfast Sunday, February 15 7:30 am to 12:30 pm New Hartford Community Building $6.00 for Adults • $3.00 For Children under 12 $3.00 For Second Omelet Omelet and all the Pancakes you eat! POLE BUILDINGS SALE STOREWIDE 7% OFF Reg. Feb 9-14 “Savings In Your Pocket” We Deliver! Serving pancakes, sausage & drinks POSTMASTER – send address changes to the Clarksville Star P.O. Box 29 Hampton, IA 50441 Official Paper, City Published Weekly and Periodical Postage paid at Clarksville, IA. Phone: 319-278-4641 What- Initials, Inc. Sunday, February 15, 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Freewill Donation 309 W. Superior St. – Clarksville The church is Handicapped Accessible designed to help women learn about four components that create a successful transition - succession, business, estate, and retirement planning. Participants will be provided with resources and activities to help make decisions for successful business transitions. Value Added Ag Annie’s Project is a six-session course developed to guide women in making good decisions for their farm businesses. This specialized course will guide participants in developing a business plan. Women will access important resources and network with other women seeking to grow new, small-scale, niche, direct-marketing, further processing, or agritourist businesses. Current offering begins Feb. 19. Forest City: Classes meet six consecutive Thursday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning March 5 and ending April 9. A light supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. Classes will be held at the Titonka Savings Bank, 101 Hwy 69 South. For more information, contact Becky Beenken at 641-584-2261. Online information and registration available at http://www.aep.iastate.edu/annie/2015/c15forestcity. Information about all Iowa Annie’s Project course offerings for 2015, complete with program descriptions and online registration, is provided at www. aep.iastate.edu/annie/. Cost is $75, which includes a meal and course materials. To find courses near you, search at www.aep.iastate.edu/annie/. Select the class location page for details and to register. 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Box 8 Allison, IA 50602-0008 OPINION / EDITORIAL 4 • Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Truth, Justice, and the American media People can be distrustful of the media. I don’t blame them. Agenda-driven media has become the rule, rather than the exception. Sensationalism is more profitable than context and objectivity is a unicorn that some outlets don’t even pretend to strive for anymore. If that seems depressing to you, imagine how I feel. I often explain my philosophy as this, “If you don’t trust me, I don’t get paid.” Technically speaking that’s not entirely accurate, there are a lot of steps in between, but as a generalization the basic idea is true. The trust of others is my most valuable professional resource. Without trust, not only do I not have readers, I don’t have sources to give me things to write about. I am honest in my professional life and I continue that practice in my personal life. This doesn’t always work out in my favor. You’d be amazed how many social situations not only encourage, but expect dishonesty. Not to mention how much money you can save on stuff if you’re not immediately up front with people. I’m a terrible haggler. So occasionally I make things awkward or spend money I didn’t need to because in my profession, honesty really is the best policy. I have to hold myself to a high standard, because if I don’t, somebody else will. Just look at Brian Williams. In 2003, Williams was in Iraq and came across a helicopter that had been shot down during his travels. In 2013, Williams told the story to David Let- terman, transposing himself into the downed aircraft. This tale continued to evolve until recently, when Williams was finally called out. Were this nearly any other person, this would not be a big deal. Williams is far from the only person to return from a warzone with an embellished story. So Williams spruced up his Iraq experience. It happens. I heard somebody once say there were WMDs in Iraq. I think his name was Shrub, or Hedge, or something like that. Now that’s an embellishment that should have resulted in serious consequences. It’s hard to say if the embellishment was even intentional. Memory is a tricky thing. Like the fish that got away, it’s easy to imagine how “the helicopter in front of me” became “the helicopter I was in” over the span of a decade. It happens to everybody in one form or another. For years I had convinced myself that I snuck into a crocodile pit during a fieldtrip to the zoo when I was in preschool. It didn’t happen, at least I’m pretty sure it didn’t happen, but that didn’t make it seem any less real in my imagination. I don’t see any malice in Williams’ story. It doesn’t make sense to risk your reputation and career for a mildly interesting anecdote to share on a late night talk show. Unfortunately for Williams, it doesn’t really matter if he intentionally misled people or not. He gets paid $13 million a year to be trustworthy, and when that happens you don’t get a pass when you tell a tall tale, whether you believe it or not. Williams’ credibility now has a hole larger than the one in the helicopter he wasn’t on. Every story he’s ever done now comes under question. He’s thrown his network into chaos. He may even resign over this. That’s how important trust is in this business. Does Williams deserve all the grief he’s getting? I’m of two minds on the matter. On the one hand, he’s only human. It’s not like he’s made a career out of this story. He’s not getting rich off of his fake helicopter experience. Should this one error invalidate an otherwise stellar career? On the other hand, he’s lost the trust of his viewers. Whether deserved or not, his credibility is suspect. That’s a problem and it’s going to be hard, if not impossible, to fix. Iowa has a shortage of skilled workers. Employers say it’s the primary obstacle to growing our economy. A new report from the Iowa Student Aid Commission highlights the need for training and education after high school. The Condition of Higher Education in Iowa 2014 reports that 36 percent of working-age Iowans hold an associate’s degree or higher, but 62 percent of all the jobs in the state by 2018 will require postsecondary education. In fact, seven out of the ten fastest growing occupations in Iowa require some education or training beyond high school. Skilled workers are in demand because they are more productive, more adaptable, and more able to meet the changing demands of the modern economy. The good news is that our community colleges are stepping in to provide the education and training Iowa workers can use to fill job openings. Iowa’s community colleges offer programs that meet state and regional economic needs. Many Iowans have taken advantage of worker training programs at our community colleges. Iowa’s workforce today represents nearly 25 million credit hours and more than 138 million contact hours related to past and present community college training. Those who make the commitment to improve their skills see a payoff. Community college students completing their degree have a 24 percent rate of return on their education investment in the first 10 years after completion. They make on average 18.4 percent more 10 years after completing their program than high school graduates. Spending by Iowa community colleges and their students contributes to the creation of 18,000 jobs across the state and $684 million annually in income. Nearly 84 percent of Iowa’s community college students remain in Iowa after graduation, building a stronger workforce and growing our econo- my. This is a legislative column by Senator Amanda Ragan, representing Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties. For newsletters, photos and further information, go to www.senate. iowa.gov/senator/ragan. To contact Senator Ragan during the week, call the Senate Switchboard at 515-281-3371. Otherwise she can be reached at home at 641-424-0874. Email her at [email protected]. gov. Senator Ragan is an Assistant Senate Majority Leader, chair of the Health & Human Services Budget Subcommittee, vice-chair of the Agriculture Committee and vice-chair of the Human Resources Committee. She also serves on the Appropriations, Natural Resources & Environment, Rules & Administration and Veterans Affairs committees. Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing. Both are based in Hampton. Contact Fischer at t.k.fi[email protected]. Iowa needs more skilled workers to expand middle class Creating a legacy of opportunity for all Iowans Shell Rock is where the kids, Gerri and I call home. It is a town of about 1,300 people, and other than the population, it is not much different than the rural community where you might live. Neighbors gather for community functions, our children attend our local schools, our business community tries to earn an honest living and our middle income families work hard to make ends meet. I hear from my friends and neighbors often as a State Senator, and take their stories and concerns to heart. It is my guess you are not much different. You also have a love for your rural community and this great state. This is something we all have in common. The mom and pop shops on Main Street make their living by meeting the needs of their neighbors. Factories ship their goods across the state, our nation and the world. Our neighbors farm to help feed the world. Whether it is Shell Rock, Grundy Center, Iowa Falls, Eldora, Nevada or Hubbard, all of our AT TENTION... ATT E N T I O N Read All About It Do You Have a Story Idea or Something Special Happening? If So.... We Want to Hear From You! 422 North Main Street 101 N. Main St. P.O. Box 8 P.O. Box 788 Allison, IA 50602 Clarksville, IA 50619 Phone: 319-267-2731 Phone: 319-278-4641 [email protected] • [email protected] • [email protected] Dix’s Diary Senator Bill Dix, District 25 Shell Rock, Iowa [email protected] rural communities play a valuable role in helping Iowa’s economy flourish. My Senate Republican colleagues and I are dedicated to helping our rural communities thrive. For some communities, they are successful in terms of low unemployment and expanding opportunities for hard-working Iowans, but others are struggling in terms of job creation and helping our middle income families. It is important to give them the tools in order to succeed. This includes easing their tax burdens and reducing regulations on job creators. Accomplishing these priorities could allow job creators to expand their operations, which in turn could result in new high-paying careers for skilled workers. Creating these new high-paying careers and reducing the taxes for these workers results in more opportunities for our middle income families. Folks, we have reached a critical juncture in this state. Our rural communities need a voice. Our hard-working middle income families want to be heard. Senate Republicans are listening. We will move heaven and earth to make these initiatives that create a legacy of opportunities for all Iowans a reality. Senate Republicans understand Iowans know words matter, and at the end of the day that our actions speak louder than words. We will continue to listen. We will act. Our rural communities and middle income families can depend on us to govern with their best hopes and dream for a better tomorrow in mind.” Let’s Make It Happen! New legislation filed in the Iowa House With the conclusion of the fourth week of the legislative session, our committees have been working hard on reviewing and passing policies that benefit Iowa families. I’d like to take this opportunity to update you on a few pieces of legislation that are currently working their way through the House. The first bill filed in the Iowa House this session is a bill to ensure responsible budgeting practices in state government for years to come. HF 1 is a zero-based budgeting bill, which requires state government departments to provide supporting data every year to justify each expenditure in its proposed budget, as opposed to the current system where they submit requests on the assumption of 75 percent and 100 percent of the previous year’s allocation. This type of budgeting would ensure state government programs are operating in the most efficient manner possible, thereby saving taxpayer dollars. This week, the House Ways & Means Committee passed legislation commonly referred to as the “coupling” bill. In December, the federal government passed an update to the Internal Under the Golden Dome Too By State Representative Linda Upmeyer House District 54 [email protected] (515) 281-4618 Revenue Code which extends various income tax credits for tax year 2014. HF 125 will “couple” with the federal extenders so that our state tax laws match the federal tax code. The reason this is important is because it will provide many Iowans with access to tax relief and certainty when filing their taxes this year. We have a bill that helps famlies who save for higher education. The House Ways & Means Committee passed a bill that allows for a deadline extension for 529 College Savings contributions. HF 124 will increase Iowa families’ access to the tax benefits of these college savings plans, while helping them save for their children’s higher education goals. Another topic that has been gaining attention is the discussion involving our infrastructure needs and find- ing the resources necessary to address those needs. The Iowa Department of Transportation has estimated there is a $215 million annual shortfall needed to improve our roads and bridges that are considered in critical condition. It is clear that additional funding is needed to improve the safety of our roadways, but the source of revenue remains up for debate. One thing that is certain is any new funds generated should be constitutionally-protected to be used only on our roads and bridges. Now is the time for people to engage in the conversation about finding solutions for our roadway needs. I want to hear from you. How do you think we should pay for these improvements? Please feel free to reach out to me at [email protected] or 515281-4618 with your thoughts and feedback. 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MARKETPLACE is published in the following MID AMERICA PAPERS: The Leader • Pioneer Enterprise • Hampton Chronicle • Buffalo Center Tribune • Sheffield Press • Grundy Register • Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Eagle Grove Eagle • Wright County Monitoor OTHER MID AMERICA NEWSPAPERS: Graphic-Advocate • Keota Eagle • New Sharon Sun • Sigourney News-Review • The Village Vine • What Cheer Paper American Heart Association Heartsaver is offering a class on CPR and using a defibrillator (AED). It will be from 6 - 9 p.m. Monday, March 2 at the Waverly Health Center in the Carstensen/Gruben meeting room. The class will include adult, child, and infant CPR, obstructed airway, use of barrier devices and the AED. Participants will receive a twoyear completion card upon successful completion of the skills. Registration is required. To register, contact Waverly Health Center Education Department at 319-3524939. Learn about preschool registration North Butler School District is gathering the names of children attending the 4-year-old preschool program next fall. The program is provided free of charge. Preschoolers must be age 4 by Sept. 15. The preschool, like the elementary, will be at the Allison site next year, at 513 Birch St. Transportation is offered. To sign up for a mailing list, complete a short form on the school website, at www.northbutler.k12. ia.us, or contact either elementary — Allison at 319-267-2212, or Greene at 641-816-5629. Questions may be phoned in to principal Aimee Wedeking at either elementary. • Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal • FAITH Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • 5 Church Directory ACKLEYWashington Reformed Church 28182 Birch Ave Phone # 641-847-2817 Rev. Jack D. Ritsema, Pastor Service Times: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship. ALLISONAllison Bible Church 108 Pfaltzgraff St. Sunday, Feb. 15: 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Wednesday, Feb. 18: 7:30 p.m. Bible Study, Prayer and Fellowship Allison Congregational Church Ralph Wedeking Pastor Sunday, Feb. 15: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Confirmation Class; 10:00 a.m. Worship Service St. James Lutheran Church Pastor Jeffrey A. Blank Sunday, Feb. 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship, Coffee & Fellowship following Worship, Altar Guild are Your Hosts; 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 2:00 p.m. Conference Assembly - Fredsville, Cedar Falls Monday, Feb. 16: 9:00 a.m. W-ELCA Sewing/Potluck Tuesday, Feb. 17: 9:00 a.m. W-ELCA Sewing/Potluck Wednesday, Feb. 18: Ash Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. Worship & Holy Communion; 5:00-6:45 p.m. Soup Supper in Parish Hall Thursday, Feb. 19: 9:00 a.m. WIC; 10:15 a.m. Worship & Communion at Allison Rehabilitation Center Saturday, Feb. 21: 7:00 a.m. Women & Men’s Bible Study at Elm Springs Trinity Reformed Church Pastor Gary Mulder 614 Cherry St. 319-267-2982 Note: Handicap Accessible Services are broadcast live on Dumont Cable Channel 998. Sunday, Feb. 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship Service; 10:00 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, Feb. 18: 6:30 p.m. Middle School Youth Group; 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Thursday, Feb. 19: 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study APLINGTONHitesville Gospel Hall R.R., Aplington Sunday, Feb. 15: 10:00 a.m. Ministry of the Word; 11:00 a.m. Worship; 7:00 p.m. Gospel Service Wednesday, Feb. 18: 7:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Bible Study AREDALE, BRISTOW AND DUMONTNew Hope Parish United Methodist Churches Pastor Ann Donat Aredale Sunday, Feb. 15: 8:00 a.m. Worship Service Dumont Sunday, Feb. 15: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service. BRISTOWBristow Church of Christ Justin Briney, Minister Ph: 641-775-3301 Sunday, Feb. 15: 9:00 a.m. Coffee and goodies; 9:30 a.m. Bible School for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship. Reformed Church, Bristow Kesley Presbyterian Church Pastor Tamara Entin Cell: 515-293-0928 Home: 515-532-2274 Sunday, Feb. 15: 9:30 a.m. Worship at Kesley CLARKSVILLE – Peace for your soul, In a peaceful setting. Unity Presbyterian Church Ridge Avenue & 220th St. One mile south of Hwy. 3 Pastor Christine Kaplunas Sunday, February 15: 10:00 a.m. Worship Service. St. John Lutheran Church 204 N. Washington Pastor Charles R. Underwood 278-4765 Handicap Accessible Sunday, February 15: 8:30 a.m. Children’s Bell Choir Practice; 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship/Communion; 2:00 p.m. Three Rivers Conference @ Fredsville. Monday, February 16: 7:00 p.m. Bell Choir. Tuesday, February 17: 6:00 p.m. 1st Year Confirmands Class; 6:30 p.m. Outreach & Prayer Chain Meeting. Wednesday, February 18: 6:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service. Thursday, February 19: ECHO Deadline. Community United Methodist Church 309 W. Superior Street Pastor Dan Fernandez Community-Shell Rock UMC Office 885-4554 Pastor Dan cell: 515-729-7079 Handicapped Accessible Sunday, February 15: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 9:15 a.m. Adult Class; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Pancake Dinner. Wednesday, February 18: Ash Wednesday Service. Immanuel United Church of Christ Rev. Linda Myren 203 S. Mather Street 319-278-4224 Sunday, February 15: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, February 17: 10:00 a.m. Nursing Home Communion; 4:30-7:00 p.m. Mardi Gras Soup Supper. Wednesday, February 18: 9:00 a.m. Bible Study; 7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service. New Life Lutheran Congregation Unity Presbyterian Church Ridge Avenue & 220th St. One mile south of Hwy. 3 NALC Iowa Mission Pastor Robert Porisch 1st, 2nd and 5th Sundays; Galen Eiben, Lay Pastor 3rd and 4th Sundays Sunday, February 15: 8:30 a.m. Worship. Tuesday, February 17: 1:30 p.m. Ladies Bible Study. Church of Christ 302 S. Elizabeth Street Val Swinton, Pastor 278-4416 Sunday, February 15: 8:45 a.m. Coffee & Donuts; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship Service; 6:30 p.m. Bible Study. IOWA Have your church featured in the 2015 Butler County Visitors Guide FREE! 2014 Visitors Guide ll the She g on Canoein Rock Checking Campfire memories s barn quilt out the Hitting the links untyiowa.com www.butlerco This is a unique opportunity to feature your church in the 6th Annual Visitors & Tourism Guide church listing. This special supplement will be inserted into Clarksville Star and the Butler County Tribune-Journal and will also be available at numerous drop off locations throughout the county, state, and select locations in surrounding sites. This listing will have a lifespan of one year and beyond. It is free to you, and a great way to encourage visitors to choose your church when visiting the area! Published: March 12, 2015 Deadline: February 20, 2015 Tribune-Journal Clarksville Star Butler County Contact: Paula Barnett / Advertising Sales 319-278-4641 or [email protected] DUMONTDumont Reformed Church (641) 857-3514 Pastors Jeff and April Fiet Sundays: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3 through High School; 10:00 a.m. Worship (nursery care provided), Communion on the first Sunday of each month Mondays: 1st Monday of the Month: 1:00 p.m. Reformed Church Women (RCW) Wednesdays: 3:00 p.m. Adults for Christ (adult group for ages 18+); 6:00 p.m. Kids for Christ (Middle School Youth Group for 4th7th grade); 7:00 p.m. RCYF (High School Youth Group for 8th-12th grade) GREENEFirst Presbyterian Church 319 East Traer Streets P.O. Box 160 Greene, IA 50636-0160 Cathy Belles, Pastor [email protected] Sunday, Feb. 15: 10:30 a.m. Worship, All are welcome! St. Mary’s Catholic Church Msgr. Walter Brunkan, Pastor Sunday, Feb. 15: 10:00 a.m. Mass. St. Peter Lutheran Church 324 E. Traer, Greene Gary Hatcher, Pastor 641-816-5531 Sunday, Feb. 15: Scout Sunday! 9:00 a.m. Worship; 10:00 a.m. Fellowship, Sunday School; 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Holy Communion; 12:30 p.m. WELCA Family Fun Day at the W Monday, Feb. 16: 3:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry Tuesday, Feb. 17: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. WELCA Tying Day; Senior Health Clinic Wednesday, Feb. 18: 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study; 5:00 p.m. Soup Supper at St. Peter; 7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday Worship at St. Peter’s with Holy Communion Friday, Feb. 20: 9:30 a.m.3:00 p.m. WELCA Tying Day Saturday, Feb. 21: 6:00 p.m. Worship NASHUASt. John’s United Church of Christ, Pleasant Hill 10009 Union Ave. Nashua, IA 50658 Like us on facebook: St. John’s UCC-Pleasant Hill (641) 435-4998 Sunday, February 15: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service; Kid’s Choir/Sunday School; Consistory Meeting following service. Wednesday, February 18: Ash Wednesday. PLAINFIELD – First Baptist Church 809 Main Street 319-276-4889 Pastor Shawn Geer Sunday, February 15: 9:15 a.m. Sunday School – all ages; 10:30 a.m. Worship. United Methodist Church 404 2nd Street Pastor Catherine Orth Church - 319-276-3195 Cell – 319-231-2117 Office Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, 1-3 p.m. Sunday, February 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship. PLEASANT VALLEY – First United Church of Christ 31015 150th Street, Clarksville 319-276-4443 Rev. Peter Wenzel, Minister Thursday, February 12: 1:30 p.m. Women’s Fellowship. Sunday, February 15: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship. Wednesday, February 18: 10:00 a.m. Clarksville Care Center Communion; 7:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday Worship. ROSEVILLESt. Mary Church Roseville, IA Msgr. Walter Brunkan, Pastor Saturdays: 7:00 p.m. Sundays: 8:30 a.m. SHELL ROCK – United Methodist Church 204 S. Prairie Street Pastor Dan Fernandez 319-885-4554 Sunday, February 9:00 a.m. Worship Service. 15: First Baptist Church 223 W. Washington Street Shell Rock, IA 50670 Pastor Alan V. Dicks Sunday, Feb. 15: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesdays: 6:30-8:00 p.m. AWANAS-Bible Verses, Stories, Refreshments Peace Lutheran Church (LCMS) 121 East Washington Pastor Michael Knox 319-231-9761 Sundays 9:30 a.m. KXEL AM Radio Bible Class The Double Edged Sword Saturday, Feb. 14: 7:00 p.m. Worship; 8:00 p.m. Bible Class. Faith Lutheran Church 422 N. Prairie Street Pastor Kim Smith 319-885-4547 Email: faithsr@butler-bremer. com Sunday, February 15: 9:00 a.m. Worship Service; 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service. Wednesday, February 18: 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship Service. VILMARSt. John’s Lutheran Church Pastor Mark Walker St. John’s is Handicap Accessible. Sunday, Feb. 15: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School, Confirmation; 10:00 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion, Coffee & Fellowship Wednesday, Feb. 18: 6:00 p.m. Confirmation; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice; 7:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Worship Thursday & Friday, Feb. 19 & Feb. 20: 9:00 a.m. Sewing at the Church Saturday, Feb. 21: 7:00 a.m. Prayer at Elm Springs WAVERLYSt. Mary’s Catholic Church 2700 Horton Road Fr. Dave Schatz 319-352-2493 Eucharistic Liturgies: Saturday 5:15 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 13: 7:00 a.m. Mass; 9:00 a.m. Assembly Lent Newsletter. Saturday, February 14: 4:30 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:15 p.m. Mass/ RCIA. Sunday, February 15: 8:00 a.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy of the Word; 9:00 a.m. Youth Music Group; 9:00 a.m. RCIA; 10:00 a.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy of the Word/Youth Choir sings/Juniors – Covenant w/Candidates & Meeting w/parents after Mass; 7:00 p.m. Sponsor Couple Meeting; 8:00 p.m. Youth Night. Wednesday, February 18: Ash Wednesday – 7:00 a.m. Mass, Service @ Noon & 6 p.m. Mass. Thursday, February 19: 9:00 a.m. Assemble/Deliver Backpacks. Peace United Church of Christ 1800 11th Street SE 319-352-3151 Pastor Jonathan Hennings Sunday, February 15: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Worship Service. St. John Lutheran Church Missouri Synod “Church of the Lutheran Hour” On radio stations WMT, 600 AM at 6:30 a.m.; KXEL, 1540 AM at 7:00 a.m. & KWAY, 1470 AM at 8:00 a.m. Every Sunday 415 4th Street SW Rev. Matthew Versemann & Rev. Keith Brustuen Sunday, February 15: 8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Worship; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School & Bible Class. Wednesday, February 18: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 6:00 p.m. Midweek Classes. Open Bible Church Pastor Matt Miller 1013 E. Bremer Ave. Ph: 319-352-2038 Sunday, February 15: 9:30 a.m. Donuts & Fellowship; 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship. Galen Landers Galen Landers was born February 5, 1921, in rural Greene, Butler County, Iowa, the son of Herman and Hattie (Kielman) Landers and died Saturday, February 7, 2015, at Franklin General Hospital in Hampton. He received his education in Coldwater Township Country Schools No. 5 and No. 7. As a young man, Galen worked with his father on the family farm. Galen was baptized on March 20, 1921, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Vilmar. He was confirmed June 5, 1938, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene, where he remained a lifelong member. Galen was inducted into the United States Army in December of 1942. He served in Australia, New Guinea, the Philippines and Japan. Galen was honorably discharged in 1945. He made jewelry out of airplane glass and other metals. He was the last survivor in his unit of 125 men that served together in World War II. These men met annually for a reunion in Dallas Center, Iowa. Galen was united in marriage to Marvel Brocka, on December 6, 1946, in Bloomfield, Iowa. Galen was a member of Tack-Barnett Post 268, American Legion of Greene, and the WWII Military Men’s Reunion Group. Galen’s hobbies include building bird houses and windmills. He also used his creative talent to invent most anything to supplement his needs on the farm. Galen moved to his present farm shortly after he and Marvel married and spent the rest of his life working this farm he loved. All of their grandchildren also enjoyed coming out to the farm and sharing warm memories of time spent there. Surviving family members include his wife, Marvel, of Greene; his children: Brenda (Terry) Rickart, Charles City; Keith Landers, Bristow; Corky (Kurt) Wolf, Dumont; Denise (Stan) Pecha, Dumont; Bryce (April) Landers, Buena Vista, TN; 14 grandchildren: Bryan Quade (Shelly) ; Kevin Quade, Lorie Quade, Lindsay (Caleb) Landers, Mandy (Shane) Smith, Mindy (Jayme) Murray, Haley (Nate) Robertson, Katie (Mike) Ellingson, Kristoper Wolf, Jade (Mindy) Pecha, Hillary (Brian) Willis, Ashely Pecha (Joey), Jammie Landers, Nichole Landers; great-grandchildren; one brother: Elmer Landers, Greene. Galen was preceded in death by two daughters that died at birth; his parents; and sister, Leatte Schrage. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 11, 2015, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene, with Pastor Gary Hatcher officiating. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene. Military Honors were conducted by Tack-Barnett Post 268, American Legion of Greene. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Galen Landers Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 123, Dumont, Iowa 50625. Services were entrusted to Retz Funeral Home, 519 N. First St., Greene. David Thomas Smith David Thomas Smith, age 86, passed away Monday, February 2, 2015, at the Lutheran Home in Vinton, Iowa. David was born on May 1, 1928, on the family farm at Nashua, Iowa, the son of Thomas and Dorothy (Keith) Smith. He was baptized on June 28, 1934, at the Methodist Church, Nashua, Iowa and confirmed November 25, 1951, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Nashua. He attended country school in Chickasaw County and Nashua High School, graduating in 1947. On July 23, 1949, he was united in marriage to Lorraine Hummel at St. James Lutheran Church in Allison, Iowa. The couple would spend the rest of their lives farming together in the Nashua area. David also worked at John Deere Tractor Works in Waterloo retiring in 1990 after twenty four years of service. David was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Western Douglas, the Twister Square Dance Club of Charles City, and U.A.W. Local No. 838 of Waterloo. He loved interacting with children, spending time outdoors, and harvesting black walnuts. David’s memory is honored by: his wife, Lorraine Smith, of Vinton formerly of Nashua, Iowa; five children: Jody (Ed Calmus) Smith of Lakewood, Colorado, Marcia (Kendall) Taylor of Dysart, Iowa, Patricia (Kim) Spangler of Ames, Iowa, Michael (Rosalie) Smith of Noblesville, Indiana, and Mary (Dave) Jackson of Lebanon, Ohio. David is also survived by fourteen grandchildren: Leslie Hinds, Megan (Harry) Ma, Eric (Chrissy) Taylor, Cara (Joe) Larson, Kade (Allyson) Taylor, Ruth (Matt) Troyanek, Megan Spangler, Hannah Spangler (Ronza Abousaid), Amy Smith, Jeremy (Nicki) Smith, Megan Louks, Nina (Felix) Sandoval, Trista (Richard) Adams, and Emily Jackson; eighteen great-grandchildren: Ryan, Lauren, James, Connor, Joey, Blake, Maddie, Brayden, Addison, Houston, Owen, Zadie, Savannah, Jasmine, Jaylah, Avery, Blakely, and Drew. Surviving siblings include two brothers: Tod (Letha) Smith of Dakota City, Iowa and Jeff (Rose) Smith of Nashua, Iowa; six sisters: Mary Jean McGrath of Oregon, Wisconsin, Vivian (Bill) Carter of Ames, Iowa, Hattie (Chuck) Pyatt of Charles City, Iowa, Janice Feldman, of Nashua, Iowa, Elva (Bill) Spetz of Woodruff, Wisconsin, Barb (Gene) Maakestad of Osage, Iowa; and a sister-in-law, Dorothy Smith of Plainfield, Iowa. David was preceded in death by: his parents; a brother, Keith Smith; infant siblings, Richard and Phyllis Smith; brother-in-laws: Bob McGrath, Don Schultz, Melbourne Havig and Kenneth Feldman; a daughter-in-law, Tammy Smith; a sonin law, Steve Hinds; a grandson, Benjamin Jackson and a great-granddaughter, Allison Elizabeth Taylor. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 7, 2015, at St. John Lutheran Church, Western Douglas, rural Plainfield, Iowa, with Pastor Kim Thacker officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Alzheimer’s Foundation and online condolences may be left at www.kaisercorson. com. Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home in Waverly was in charge of arrangements. YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND CH_ _CH! WHAT IS MISSING? 6 • Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 Larry Lee Jensen Larry Lee Jensen, 70, of Hampton, Iowa passed away Saturday, February 7, 2015, at the Rehabilitation Center of Hampton in Hampton, Iowa. Funeral services took place Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at the Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, Iowa. Burial took place at the Hampton Cemetery in Hampton, Iowa, with Pastor Steve Winsor officiating. Sietsema Vogel Funeral Home in Hampton, Iowa, was in charge of arrangements. Howard W. DeWild Howard W. DeWild, 73, of Coralville, formerly of Allison, Iowa went to be with the Lord Thursday, February 5, 2015, at the University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City. Howard Wayne DeWild was born, July 16, 1941, in Pella, Iowa, son of Louis and Pauline (Wielard) DeWild. He graduated from Pella High School and went onto obtain his BA from Central College. He married Linda Studebaker on June 3, 1970 in New Orleans. They lived in Allison, Iowa from marriage until 2006, when they moved to Coralville to be closer to family. Howard taught high school in Allison for 30 years, retiring in 1997. He worked for Farmers Mutual Insurance for over 40 years and also taught ACT workshops with Zapps. He was a member of Parkview Evangelical Free Church and former member of the Trinity Reformed Church in Allison. Howard was a loving husband, proud father and grandfather; traveling to grandchildren’s activities and sporting events to show his support. When not with family, working or enjoying his garden or workshop he enjoyed cheering on the Cardinals and Hawkeyes. Whenever Howard attended a home football game, the Hawks always seemed to win. His family includes his wife, Linda and their children; Malina Withrow (Jeremy) of Coralville, Juliana Halde (Mike) of Katy, Texas and Louis DeWild (Rebekah) of Des Moines and grandchildren, Austin, Christian, Claire, Lilian, Henry and Irene. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 12, 2015, at Parkview Evangelical Free Church in Iowa City. Memorials in Howard’s name can be made to Heritage Christian School in North Liberty. Online condolences can be sent to his family at www.gayandciha.com. Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service cared for Howard’s family and his services. Verla Arlene Endelman Verla Arlene Endelman, age 86, of Waverly, Iowa, formerly of Clarksville, Iowa, was born the daughter of Clarence Edwin and Viola (Schisel) Ball on November 24, 1928, in Mason City, Iowa. She graduated from Shell Rock High School in Shell Rock, Iowa, in 1946. Verla was united in marriage with Harry Henry Endelman on November 30, 1947, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Verla and Harry farmed at their place southwest of Clarksville until 1998, when they moved into Clarksville. Through the years, Verla worked as a waitress at Amicks Café and Peterson’s Café in Shell Rock and a cook at Butler County Home. She also worked at Waverly-Bremer Pack, Rath Packing Company in Waterloo and as a CNA at Shell Rock Care Center. She retired in 1994. Verla was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Clarksville and Rebekah Lodge. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, going to garage sales, cooking and visiting with her family. Verla truly loved food and music. She collected bells and always had pets, usually both a dog and a cat. Verla enjoyed fishing, but her favorite times were spent with her family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Verla died Sunday, February 1, 2015, at Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community in Waverly, Iowa, of natural causes. Verla is preceded in death by her husband, Harry on June 10, 2006; one grandson, Ryan Endelman; her parents; three brothers, Gene, LeRoy and Ernest Ball; three sisters, Alpha Greenlee, Valora Greenlee and Mary Ella Shorter. Verla is survived by five sons, Charles (fiancée, Kristi Cave) Endelman of Waverly, Keith (Brenda) Endelman of Muskegon, Michigan, Craig (Terry) Endelman of Alcester, South Dakota, John (Kim) Endelman of Shell Rock and Dennis (Jennifer Bentley) Endelman of Clarksville; one daughter, Kathy (Donald) Franzen of Plainfield, Iowa; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; one brother, Marlin (Gleora) Ball of Waverly; two sisters, LaDonna Spencer of Plainfield, and Doreen Miller of Waverly and two sisters-in-law, Darlene Ball of Geneseo, Illinois and Dena Junker of Clarksville. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 5, 2015, at St. John Lutheran Church in Clarksville, with Pastor Charles Underwood officiating. Pianist was Sharon Leerhoff and she accompanied the congregation as they sang “In The Garden,” “Just A Closer Walk With Thee,” and “Old Rugged Cross.” Burial was at Lynwood Cemetery in Clarksville, with Derek Endelman, Kevin Endelman, Philip Franzen, Timothy Franzen, Blake Franzen, Travis Endelman and Jamie DeBerg serving as Casketbearers. Honorary Casketbearers were (The late) Dale Greenlee and Gary Olmstead. Verla’s nieces, Debbie Canfield, Dawn Leisinger, Donna Sturges and Deanna Verdon served on the Flower Committee. Memorials may be directed to the family. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Clarksville was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.redman-schwartz.com ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed bids will be received by North Butler CSD for the 2015 Athletic Track Reconstruction until 3 PM local time, on February 19, 2015 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders are invited to attend. Bids received after this time will be returned unopened. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. All bids shall be on a lump sum basis without alterations, additions, or erasures on the form provided in the project manual. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed, marked “2015 Athletic Track Reconstruction“ with the name and address of the bidder, the name of the Project, and the date and hour of the opening. Bids shall be delivered to: Supt. Joel Foster North Butler CSD 513 Birch Street Allison, IA 50602 The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in the bids. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: Larson Engineering, Inc., 1001 Office Park Road, Suite 214, West Des Moines, IA 50265 (515)-225-4377, contact: Michael A. Murphy, P.E., LEED AP. Copies of the Bidding Documents are on file and available for inspection at the Issuing Office. Each bidder shall include the bid security with the Bid Form as described in the Instructions to Bidders. PUBLIC NOTICES Herman Bakker Herman Bakker, age 83, of Aplington, Iowa, was born the son of Harm and Olga (TerHark) Bakker on December 3, 1931, near Faulkner, Iowa. He attended country schools near Aplington in both Butler and Grundy Counties. On September 6, 1953, Herman was united in marriage with Helen Ann Davis at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. The couple made their home and lived their entire married life in Aplington and moved to a new home in 2014. Herman worked at Viking Pump Company in Cedar Falls, Iowa, for 34 years, retiring in 1993. Herman was a former member of the Christian Reformed Church in Ackley and the First Presbyterian Church in Aplington. Herman enjoyed long walks during good weather and jigsaw puzzles during bad weather with his loving wife. In his spare time he enjoyed tinkering with John Deere Tractors and equipment and gardening and mowing on David’s acreage. He also enjoyed breakfast outings, car rides, fishing, watching and feeding the birds and Bible study. He was especially fond of and will be greatly missed by his faithful friend JD. Most of all he loved his time spent with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Herman passed away Monday, February 2, 2015, at the Maple Manor Village in Aplington. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Fred and John Bakker; three brothers-in-law, Holger Holm, Charles Merfeld and Edward Heuer; two sisters-in-law, Johanna Bakker and Fern Bakker and one daughter-inlaw, Lynne (Reeve) Bakker. Herman is survived by his wife of 61 years, Helen Bakker of Aplington; three sons, Steven Bakker of Cedar Falls, Randall Bakker of Des Moines, and David Bakker of Aplington; one daughter, Kathleen (Doug) Johnson of Aplington; two granddaughters, Sabrina (Taner) Mai of Dike and Tabitha Johnson of Cedar Falls; three great-grandchildren, Ty’Rique and Tareya Johnson and Kendyl Mai; one brother, Marlyn (Renate) of Cedar Falls; three sisters, Alice Holm of New Hartford, Grace Merfeld of West Des Moines, and Okelene Heuer of Allison; and one sister-in-law, Trudy Bakker of Aplington. Prayer service was held Thursday, February 5, 2015, at Redman - Schwartz Funeral Chapel in Aplington with Pastor Eileen Johnson officiating. Special music, “Where The Roses Never Fade” and “The Church In The Wildwood” was played. Inurnment will be at Pleasant View Cemetery, rural Aplington, at a later date. Urnbearers will be Herman’s granddaughters, Sabrina Mai and Tabitha Johnson. Honorary Urnbearers will be his great-grandchildren, Ty’Rique Johnson, Tareya Johnson and Kendyl Mai. Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be left at www.redman-schwartz.com Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel in Aplington was in charge of arrangements. Kenneth Carl McKinney (1937-2014) Kenneth Carl “Casey” McKinney, son of Lewis and Henrietta “Annie” Dohlman McKinney, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014, at Mercy Hospital in Mason City surrounded by family and friends. Casey was born October 6, 1937, in Bristow where he attended Bristow Public School, graduating in 1955 with Henry, LaVerne, Edith, Don, Carma, Darwin, Jim W., Herman, Jim K., Lou Ann, Mary and Betty. He was baptized into the Christian faith by Rev. G.E. MacCannon at the EUB church in Bristow. He joined the United States Navy after graduation, serving aboard aircraft carriers, the USS Whetstone and the USS Ticonderoga. While aboard the “Ti,” the ship was part of a recovery mission for an Apollo flight, and John McCain spent nine days on board. Casey also wrote home about bombing missions being flown into Laos early during the war. He spent 18 years in the Navy. He met and married Judy Campbell while stationed in San Diego. His two sons, Jim and Don, were born there, and a daughter, Deb, was born in Wisconsin after the family moved there. He later met and married Jeanette Elliott in 1979. They lived in Georgia for several years where they lived and worked on Wilbur King’s ranch. Later, they moved to Maggie, Valley N.C., where they managed the Maggie Crest Motel and were involved in racing until Jeanette’s death in 1979. Casey then spent a few years in Gainesville, Fla., where he and his nephew, Mervin Jackson, were also involved in racing. They were often cheered on during a race by Merv’s wife, Wanda, and daughters, Heather and Meredith. He spent his final years in Dumont where he helped with the Townview Court apartments, served on the town council, and was an election official for Butler County. He leaves many friends in the Dumont and Bristow areas. Casey is survived by his three children, Jim, Don and Deb; and by six grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister-in-law Nina “Lew” McKinney of Cumming and a brother-in-law Lutjen “Red” Beenken, formerly of Morrison; by numerous nieces and nephews; and by special life-long friend Herman Bohlen of Cedar Falls. He was preceded in death by his wife Jeanette; his parents Lew and Annie; four brothers: Koert Freese, Francis (Dutch), James “Jim” and Lewis “Lew” McKinney; five sisters: Lucille Schadt, Ida Mae Jones, Inez Jackson, Darlene (Murphy) Kernan and Anna Marie “Red” Beenken; and 11 nieces and nephews. Inurnment and a memorial service are being planned for late spring in the Oak Park Cemetery in Bristow. Memorials may be sent to the Kenneth McKinney Family at PO Box 212, Rockwell, Iowa 50469 c/o Judy Crooks. Cards will be saved and shared with family and friends at the memorial service. “We will miss you so much Casey.” • Butler County Tribune-Journal • ISU Extension and Outreach Has Retirement Resources for Every Age No matter how close or far Iowans are from retirement, the new “Retirement: Secure Your Future” Web page from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will help them prepare, said Barb Wollan, a human sciences specialist in family finance. The Web page includes resources for three general audiences: those who are just starting to prepare for retirement, those in mid-career and those who are nearing retirement. It includes publications on a wide range of topics, all available for free online review or download. Video learning modules, usually 10 to 20 minutes in length, also are available on specific topics. “Currently three modules are available. We expect to add several more in the next month or two, and build the collection over time,” Wollan said. “Our goal is to provide information that can help people understand their retirement planning decisions,” Wollan said. “For example, young adults often will tell us, ‘I’ve got plenty of time before I retire; right now I have other things to worry about.’ Many young adults don’t realize the tremendous retirement benefit they will gain by starting early, even if they only set aside a small amount each month. One of the publications and an upcoming module help to explain this concept.” Investors of all ages have questions about investing and asset allocation, and may be confused by the various types of tax-advantaged accounts they can choose from, Wollan said. Two publications address those questions in clear, straightforward language. For those approaching retirement within the next five to 10 years, a Proceedings THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT BUTLER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES K. MEINDERS, Deceased Probate No. ESPR016367 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of James K. Meinders, Deceased, who died on or about September 7, 2014: Youareherebynotifiedthatonthe3rddayof February, 2015, the last will and testament of James K. Meinders, deceased, bearing date of the 26th day of September, 2005, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Sandra L. Meinders was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the dis-trict 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 ascertain-able, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all per-sons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditorshavingclaimsagainsttheestateshallfile them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, forallowance,andunlesssofiledbythelaterto 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. Datedthis3rddayofFebruary,2015. Sandra L. Meinders Executor of estate 621 Cherry St., Allison, IA 50602 Gregory M. Lievens Attorney for executor Shepard, Gibson & Lievens 503NorthMainSt.,POBox158 Allison, IA 50602 Date of second publication 19th day of February, 2015 TJ-7-2 set of four “Retirement Transitions” publications explains key topics that affect retirement well-being, including Social Security options, required minimum distributions, income annuities and strategies for establishing a steady income flow in retirement. In addition to materials consumers can use on their own, the “Retirement: Secure Your Future” Web page also highlights three core retirement workshops from ISU Extension and Outreach. These workshops are available to groups and sometimes are offered to the public, with a modest fee to cover expenses, Wollan said. “ISU Extension and Outreach materials always are non-commercial, with no vested interest in promoting any particular products or services,” Wollan said. “That makes them fairly unique in the retirement planning world, which is dominated by commercial firms and organizations that have commercial interests through advertising. I don’t discourage people from reading and learning from commercial material, but it’s important to critically evaluate the motives of those sources. ISU Extension and Outreach materials are based on research.” Visit the “Retirement: Secure Your Future” Web page at www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/retirement. Proceedings THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT BUTLER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Russell C. Guhl, Deceased. Probate No. ESPR016385 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Russell C. Guhl, Deceased, who died on or about September 5, 2014: Youareherebynotifiedthatonthe19thday of November, 2014, the last will and testament of Russell C. Guhl, deceased, bearing date of the19thdayofNovember,1999,wasadmit-ted to probate in the above named court and that Della J. Guhl was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons in-debted 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,forallowance,andunlesssofiledbythe 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 December 10, 2014. Della J. Guhl, Executor of estate 25612 Royal Avenue, Shell Rock, IA 50670 Timothy M. Sweet, ICIS PIN No: AT0007757 Attorney for executor Firm Name: Sweet Law, P.L.C. Address: 305 Main Street, P.O.BoxB,Rein-beck,IA50669 Date of second publication 12th day of February, 2015 TJ-6-2 Probate THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT BUTLER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THE ESTATE OF ROSS CARLTON NELSON, Deceased Probate No. ESPRO16414 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Ross Carlton Nelson, Deceased, who died on or about May 13th, 2012: Youareherebynotifiedthatonthe3rddayof February, 2015, the undersigned was appointed administrator of the estate. Notice is hereby given that all per-sons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditorshavingclaimsagainsttheestateshallfile them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, forallowance,andunlesssofiledbythelaterto occur four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated this 4th day of February, 2015. Dana D. VanGilder Administrator of the Estate 1519 Elmshore Drive, Port Byron, IL 61275 Donald B. Redfern, ICIS PIN Number: AT0006569 Attorney for the Administrator Redfern, Mason, Larsen & Moore, P.L.C. Address: 415 Clay Street Cedar Falls, IA 50613 Date of second publication 19th day of February, 2015 TJ-7-2 Psst... DON’T BE A STINKER, OR CAUSE A CLINKER, USE YOUR BLINKER! If I had thumbs I could do it myself. Please use the scoop, and pick up the poop. Love, Fido • Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal • DISTRICT COURT Probation was revoked for Ethan Robert Waitek, Eldora. Nathan D. Hearn, 34, Dumont was found guilty of contempt of court Jan. 21 and was sentenced to 19 days in jail with credit for time served, concurrent with two simple misdemeanor cases. Kyle David O’Connor, 30, Sheffield, pleaded guilty on Dec. 15 to possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver and was sentenced Jan. 27 to 10 years prison (suspended) with credit for time served, concurrent to a year suspended for a finding of fourth-degree criminal mischief. O’Connor was placed on three years of supervised probation, had his driver’s license revoked for 180 days, and was ordered to abide by a substance abuse evaluation, abstain from controlled substances, submit to random drug testing, and pay a $315 fine (mischief), $235.25 surcharges, a $1,000 fine (intent to deliver, suspended), $320 costs, and other fees. Genny Sue Jacobsen, 40, of Clarksville, was found guilty of fourth-degree criminal mischief on Jan. 28 and received a deferred judgment and one year self-probation. MAGISTRATE COURT Probation revoked for John Michael Woods, New Hartford. Nathan Daniel Hearn, 34, Dumont, pleaded guilty on Jan. 20 to public intoxication and interference with official acts and was sentenced to 19 jays in Butler County Jail with credit for time served, to run concurrently with a Jan. 21 sentence for contempt of court. Hearn was sentenced to community service in lieu of $60 court costs. COURTHOUSE Butler County Courthouse News Mischelli Lauranne Ford Nelson, 31, Parkersburg, was found guilty on Jan. 28 of driving while barred and ordered to pay $195 court costs. William Peter Rosauer, 69, Allison, was found guilty on Feb. 3 of first-offense domestic abuse assault. Rosauer received a deferred judgment and one year of self-probation and was ordered to pay a $200 civil penalty and $60 costs. Jeffrey D. Aukes, 41, Bristow, was found guilty on Feb. 5 of fifth-degree theft and ordered to pay a $65 fine, $147.75 surcharges, $45.98 restitution and $60 costs. Jeremy J. Vandervegt, 39 Allison, was found guilty on Feb. 5 of failure to dispose of a dead animal and was fined $625, a $218.75 surcharge and $60 costs. Tasha R. Sargent, Greene, was found guilty on Jan. 27 of fifthdegree theft and fined $65, $147.75 surcharges and $60 costs. Maria De Lourdes Hernandez, 32, of Dumont, was found guilty on Feb. 3 of dog at-large under Dumont statute and fined $65, a $22.75 surcharge and $60 costs. CIVIL Three child support modification orders were filed in county civil court from Jan. 23 to Feb. 6. SMALL CLAIMS Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare v. Brianna E. and Jeffrey Smith, Parkersburg. Judgment for plaintiff for $713.14, with 2.12 percent interest from Nov. 13. Hauge Associates Inc. v. Chad Buss and Gwendolyn D. Dickes, Parkersburg. Judgment for plaintiff $1,307.14, with 2.13 percent interest from Dec. 9. Hauge Associates Inc. v. Mary and Scott Wymore, New Hartford. Judgment for plaintiff for $576.65, with 2.12 percent interest from Dec. 12. H & R Accounts Inc. v. Cory Jay Sawvel, Clarksville. Judgment for plaintiff for $4,278.06, with 2.12 percent interest from Dec. 18. Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare v. Andrew Lee Neuhaus, Clarksville. Judgment for plaintiff for $1,364.46, with 2. 12 percent interest from Dec. 23. Stellar Recovery Inc. v. Lisa Kay Morris, Allison. Judgment for plaintiff for $3,092.70, with 2.12 percent interest from Dec. 24. Tri-State Adjustments Inc. v. Dylan R. Hovenga, Clarksville. Judgment for plaintiff for $2,071, with 2.12 percent interest from Dec. 26. Hauge Associates Inc. v. Christian Daniel Sherman, Clarksville. Dismissed without prejudice. PROPERTY TRANSFERS Survey plat: Steve Busse to Marjorie Oldenburger and Greg Lievens; SW 14-90-17; 2015-0295. Survey plat: Ted C. Hoodjer to Russ Lovrien and Ronald A. Rademaker; NE 14-93-16; 2015-0296. Survey plat: Ted C. Hoodjer, Hoodjer Land Surveying, to Jeff Obrecht, Peoples Company, and Russell, L Newhall; SE COR SW 15-92-18; 2015-0297. Mortgage: Curtis Paul Kyhl and Lorieann Kyhl to Farm Credit Services of America; NW COR SW 2290-15; 2015-0300. Release: First Security Bank & Trust to Terence Shook and Patricia B. Shook; Greene Thorp’s Addition Lot 10, Block Two, S1/2 of Lot Nine, Greene, Thorp’s Addition, Lot Nine, Block Two; 2015-0301. Joint 10 deed: Brian M. Lodge Butler County Sheriff’s Report Monday, Feb. 2 Parkersburg Police arrested Mike Buss, 53, on a charge of simple assault for an altercation at a residence with another male. A Clarksville officer arrested Lynn Wilharm, 62, Clarksville, on a charge of assault, referencing an incident with a female at his residence about 12:36 a.m. in the 300 block of South Church Street. Dispatch stated the assault caused injury. The magistrate judge released Wilharm on his own recognizance. Officers took three medical calls and six general calls. Tuesday, Feb. 3 Parkersburg Police arrested Jeremy Buss, 40, Parkersburg, on charges of assault after an altercation with a city worker, about 5:17 p.m. in the 200 block of Wemple Street. Buss was held for court. Officers took eight general calls, one medical call and performed one transport. Wednesday, Feb. 4 Christopher McClain, 21, Clarksville, was arrested on a Butler County warrant for failure to appear on a charge of driving while barred, at 5:12 a.m. in the 20800 block of Highway 188. Officers took seven general police calls, two medical calls, performed one transport and two motorist assists. 11:02 a.m.: Officers took a report of theft from a resident in the 900 block of Seventh Street in Allison. Afternoon: Officers arrested Matthew Merrick, 18, Shell Rock, on a Butler County warrant for thirddegree theft for stolen and forged checks, after a Bremer County deputy picked him up and held him for transfer. Merrick saw the judge and was released on promise to appear. A Butler County deputy arrested Connor White, 19, Dumont, at his residence, on a charge of possession of stolen property. He was transported and held for court Thursday. Thursday, Feb. 5 Officers conducted two traffic stops, one medical call, two general calls and took one false alarm. Proceedings: Butler County MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS HELD ON JANUARY 27, 2015. Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Tom Heidenwirth with members Rex Ackerman and Rusty Eddy present. Also present were Conservation Director Mike Miner, Sheriff Jason Johnson, Conservation Commission member Mark O’Brien, Greene, Iowa and Fern Myers, Allison, Iowa. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read. Board met with Conservation Director with Mike Miner. Moved by Heidenwirth, second by Eddy to approve the appointment of Ryan Schrage to the Conservation Commission. Motion carried. Mike Miner presented the Board with a Resolution requesting continued support of the Rolling Prairie Bike Trail. Moved by Heidenwirth, second by Ackerman to approve the following: RESOLUTION #819 WHEREAS, the Rolling Prairie Trail is emerging as a state wide significant trail in Northeast and Northcentral Iowa; and, WHEREAS, once fully complete, the Rolling Prairie Trail will provide over 28 miles of multiuse trail between Shell Rock and Dumont in Butler County; and WHEREAS, connecting to trail systems in Franklin and Bremer Counties will provide over 80 miles of multiuse trail; and WHEREAS, at present 15.5 miles of the Rolling Prairie Trail is paved; and WHEREAS, hard surfacing the 5.15 mile segment between Allison and Bristow is identified as a critical step in development of the Rolling Prairie Trail; and WHEREAS, the Butler County Board of Supervisors support the promotion and development of the Rolling Prairie Trail; and WHEREAS, the Butler County Board of Supervisors will provided a total of $302,500 to fund this segment between Allison and Bristow; and WHEREAS, the Butler County Board of Supervisors will provided this funding over the course of five years, with $60,500 being contributed each year; and WHEREAS, the Butler County Board of Supervisors will start providing funding in fiscal year 2017. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the Butler County Board of Supervisors that $302,500 be provided for funding of the Rolling Prairie Trail segment between Allison and Bristow, with funding to be provided over a five years, with installment of $60,500 each year and starting in fiscal year 2017. The vote thereon was as follows: AYES: Tom Heidenwirth, Rusty Eddy, Rex Ackerman; NAYS: None. Passed and approved this 27th day of January 2015. ATTEST: Lizbeth Williams, County Auditor Budget meetings were held with the following Department Heads/Elected Officials: Conservation Director Mike Miner, Public Health Director Jennifer Becker, Sheriff Jason Johnson, County Engineer John Riherd, IT Director Sara Trepp, Zoning Administrator/Safety Director Mitch Nordmeyer, Recorder Janice Jacobs, County Attorney Greg Lievens, Treasurer Vicki Schoneman Board reviewed Tax Suspension requests. Following discussion it was moved by Ackerman, second by Heidenwirth to approve said tax suspensions. Motion carried. Board set March 10, 2015 at 9:30 A.M. as time and place for a Public Hearing on purposed FY16 Budget. Board met with Virgil Goodrich, Parkersburg, Iowa and Janice Johnson, Economic Development, Parkersburg, Iowa for further discussion on improvements to Orchid Lane. Board will meet with Developer Djay Ellis next week for further discussion. Board met with Dorthea Kampman to discuss her request for damages from car accident of July 30, 2014. Also present was Bob Kampman. Following discussion, it was moved by Heidenwirth, second by Eddy to pay Mrs. Kampman $1,616 in said damages. Motion carried. Board approved claims as submitted. Chairman Heidenwirth adjourned the meeting at 1:47 P.M. to Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 9:00 A.M. The above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes and proceedings of a regular adjourned meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Butler County, Iowa on January 27, 2015. TJ/CS 7-1 11:24 p.m.: Officers responded to a car-deer collision at Highway 57 near Ridge Avenue, New Hartford. There were no injuries. Friday, Feb. 6 Officers took three medical calls, conducted four traffic stops, took two calls for controlled burns, performed three motorist assists, one livestock complaint, four general calls, one harassment call and took one false alarm. 7:54 a.m.: Officers responded to a report of suspicious activity in Parkersburg, but the party was gone on officers’ arrival. 6:06 p.m.: Officers responded to an accident at South Cherry Street and East Main Street in Shell Rock. There were no injuries. 6:20 p.m.: Officers responded to a report of vandalism or mischief in the 400 block of East Trailer Street. 6:42 p.m.: Officers responded to a report of a report of a car versus animal accident with property damage at Highway 3 and Newell in Allison. No injuries were reported. Friday, Feb. 7 Officers took three medical calls, three controlled burn reports, three traffic stops, a motorist assist, a transfer and a livestock call. 3:35 p.m.: Officers took a report of a diesel spill in the 600 block of Highway 57, Parkersburg. There were no injuries. 3:57 p.m.: Officers took a report of anhydrous ammonia in the 12700 block of Highway 3. and Ellen M. Lodge to William H. Forry and Rebecca Forry; E1/2 of Lots Clarksville Poisal’s Addition, Lots Five and Eight, Block Four; $103.20 transfer tax; 2015-0302. Mortgage: William H. Forry and Rebecca Forry to Wells Fargo Bank; E1/2 of Lots Clarksville Poisal’s Addition, Lots Five and Eight, Block Four; 2015-0303. Agreement: Bradley Alan Feckers and Connie Sue Feckers to Commodity Credit Corp.; SW NW 1390-16; 2015-0304. Mortgage: Matthew D. Rottink and Danielle J. Rottink to Calvin Rottink and Connie Rottink; Parcel B SE SW 25-92-16; 2015-0305. Release: Farm Credit Services to Anthony L. Wahl; 2015-0308. Release: MERS to Tyler L. Opperman and Tasha M. Opperman; Parcel B SE NE 18-91-17; 2015-0309. Release: Lincoln Savings Bank to Judith Colleen Sousa; NE NE 1491-18; 2015-0310. Release: Lincoln Savings Bank and Jodi McCauley to Jeff McCauley; AP 10-10; 2015-0311. Quit claim deed: Larry Robertson and Shirley Robertson to Lorina Spies; S1/4 COR ETC 21-93-17; 2015-0312. Release: State Bank & Trust Co., Security State Bank to Kelly Lynn Hoodjer and Jennifer Hoodjer; Parcel B NE NE 34-93-17; 2015-0313. Release: First Security Bank and Trust Co. to Timothy J. Newton; NW COR Lot One, Greene, Thomas First Addition; 2015-0314. Warranty deed: Brynna R. Stewart to Thomas B. Stewart and Tom Stewart; Aplington Original Town Lot Three, Block 77, E 30 FT Aplington Original Town Lot Four, Block 77; 2015-0315. Tax liens: Galen C. Hoodjer to In- ternal Revenue; 2015-0319. Warranty deed: Russell C. Lovrien and Debra S. Lovrien to William G. Stevens Revocable Trust; E FRL1/2 NW 3-93-15; 2015-0320. Mortgage assign: Iowa Property Exchange LLC to Jerry Lynn Ragsdale and Susan Kay Ragsdale; SE SE 9-90-15; 2015-0321. Warranty deed: Carlene J. Stockdale to Mary F. Ibeling Tr., Carlene J. Stockdale Trust; W1/2 of SEC and W1/2 SE SE 26-90-18; 2015-0322. Release: First National Bank to Brian M. Lodge and Ellen M. Lodge; Clarksville Poisal’s Addition, Lots Five and Eight, Block Four; 2015-0323. Mortgage: Ronald D. Rivers to CFCCU; BEG AT NW COR NE 5-93-15; 2015-0324. Release: MERS to David Ragsdale and Rachel Ragsdale; Comm. Center of Section 29-90-17; 20150326. Release: MERS to Charles A. Scott; Shell Rock, Williams Second Addition, Lot 11, Block Four; 20150327. Warranty deed: Randal C. Johnson and Marjorie M. Johnson to Randal C. Johnson and Marjorie M. Johnson; E1/2 SW 2-91-16, S1/2 SE 2-91-16, NW SE 2-91-16, W1/2 NW 11-91-16, W1/2 SW 2-91-16, Exc. Parcel B NE SE 9-91-16, S1/2 NW 10-91-16, N1/2 SW 10-91-16, NW NW 10-91-16, E1/2 EXC. NW 11-91-16; 2015-0328. Joint 10 deed: Shell Rock Ford Sales Inc. to Jeffrey A. Busch and Donna M. Busch; Subdivisions C and D, Shell Rock Original Town, Lots One and Two, Block Nine; 2015-0329. Warranty deed: Kevin W. Mills and Roxanne S. Mills to Jeffrey A. Busch and Donna M. Bush, Subdi- Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • 7 vision E, Shell Rock Original Town, Lot One, Block Nine; 2015-0330. Deed – misc.: Kirk R. Tanner and Jodi M. Tanner to Karen M. Landers; SE SE 25-92-17, Parcell Comm. Etc.; 2015-0333. Ground water hazard: Russell C. Lovrien and Debra S. Lovrien to William G. Stevens Trust; E FRL1/2 NW 3-93-15; GHW150303. Ground water hazard: Shell Rock Ford Sales Inc. to Jeffrey A. Busch and Donna M. Busch; Subdivisions C and D, Shell Rock Original Town, Lots One and Two, Block Nine; GWH150304. Ground water hazard: Kevin W. Mills and Roxanne S. Mills to Jeffrey A. Busch and Donna M. Busch ; Subdivision E, Shell Rock Original Town, Lot One, Block Nine; GHW150305. Ground water hazard: Tanner R. Kirk and Jodi M. Kirk to Karen M. Landers; Comm. Etc. SE SE 25-9217; GWH150306. DEATHS Merlyn Glenn Muller. Date of death, Jan. 15. Date recorded, Jan. 23. Jenise Caroline Kampman. Date of death, Jan. 16. Date recorded, Jan. 23. Betty Lou Wubbena. Date of death, Jan. 16. Date recorded, Jan. 22. Henry William Folken. Date of death, Jan. 20. Date recorded, Jan. 27. Kahtleen Ann Riniker. Date of death, Jan. 20. Date recorded, Jan. 28. Harold Erick Heeren. Date of death, Jan. 26. Date recorded, Feb. 4. Herman Bakker. Date of death, Jan. 26. Date recorded, Feb. 4. Health care questions on this year’s tax forms The 2015 tax season is the first time individuals and families will be asked for some basic information regarding their health insurance on their tax returns. The vast majority of tax filers – over three quarters – will just need to check a box on their tax return indicating they had health coverage for all of 2014. These people met the Minimum Essential Coverage requirement. Types of health coverage necessary to meet the Affordable Care Act’s standards (Minimum Essential Coverage) include: most job-based plans, including retiree plans and COBRA coverage; Medicare Part A or Part C; Medicaid; Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP); most — but not all — individual health plans bought outside the Marketplace, including some “grandfathered” plans; and coverage under a parent’s plan if younger than 26. However, people who purchased coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplaces, or decided not to enroll in coverage, should be aware of the additional steps that will be a part of the tax filing process starting this year. All Marketplace consumers will receive a new statement by early February – called a Form 1095-A – that includes all the information they need about their coverage to file their return. It’s important to wait for Form 1095A to arrive before you file your taxes. If you haven’t received a Form 1095A by early February, you should contact the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596. TTY users should call 1-855-889-4325. If errors are present on Form 1095A, call the Marketplace Call Center at 1-800-318-2596 to obtain a corrected form. If a tax credit lowered your monthly premiums for health insurance in 2014, you will use your Form 1095-A to input some basic information when you file your taxes. When they signed up for health insurance, consumers had to estimate income for 2014. Their estimated income determined the size of the tax credit. Now that tax time is here, consumers need to compare their estimated income with their actual income – and this could impact the final amount of your tax credit. Consumers may see a smaller refund or owe money back if they underestimated their income. They may also get a bigger refund if they overestimated their income. If consumers owe money back, they may be eligible for a payment plan or an installment agreement. If your Marketplace coverage started partway through 2014 and you were uninsured earlier in the year, or if you were uninsured for only a short period of time during the year, you may be eligible for an exemption from the requirement to have health coverage. It is possible to claim the exemption on the tax return. When filing, select the applicable exemption, and enter the corresponding code. Individuals who could not afford coverage or met other conditions can receive an exemption. If you qualify, receiving an exemption is simple and easy, and means you won’t have to pay a fee. Most exemptions can be claimed on the tax return, but some exemptions are only available through the Marketplace. There are a variety of exemptions available, including if: • The cost of coverage was too expensive. This applies to you if the lowest priced plan available to you would have cost more than 8 percent of your income. Visit HealthCare.gov/taxes/ tools to get information helpful to claim the exemption for coverage being unaffordable individually in 2014. • You were uninsured for only a short period of time. • You experienced a hardship, such as if you had medical expenses that resulted in substantial debt, if a close family member passed away, or if you experienced domestic violence, among other hardships. You will need to apply to the Health Insurance Marketplace to qualify for this exemption. For a complete list of exemptions and more information, read Information about Health Insurance Marketplace exemptions, or visit HealthCare.gov/ taxes. When you file your taxes, you will enter information about the months you had coverage and any exemptions you qualify for on your tax forms. Consumers who could have afforded coverage in 2014 but chose not to buy it — and you don’t qualify for an exemption — will have to pay a fee with their federal tax return. The fee is based on income, and how many months the consumer didn’t have coverage. Consumers who didn’t have health coverage for all of 2014, will pay the higher of $95 per adult and $47.50 per child, who didn’t have coverage, limited to a family maximum of $285, or 1 percent of the taxpayer’s income, subject to certain caps. Producer opportunities to learn about local watershed improvement strategies Iowa crop producers received a variety of crop production information from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach at Crop Advantage programs held across the state during January. Each year more than 2,000 producers participate in regional Crop Advantage meetings to hear latest updates on crop, pest and nutrient management, and farm business topics. The meetings, coordinated by extension field agronomists, cover statewide topics as well as topics specific to the region. The Iowa Nutrient Reduction strategy and opportunities for local watershed improvement was on many of the program agendas. Jamie Benning, water quality program manager for ISU Extension and Outreach, presented on the topics. Benning said, “The topic generated great discussion during the Crop Advantage series; producers will have many upcoming opportunities to continue that discussion and learn more about best practices for reducing nutrient loss into Iowa’s waterways and talk to farmers who are implementing practices.” One opportunity she points to is Iowa Learning Farms’ recent webinar with special guest Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey. In the discussion, he talked about his personal experience with trying cover crops. He had some success and some failure, and learned some valuable lessons in cover crop management. “I think in the longer term, [cover crops] is going to be a part of my land management practices more than my annual cropping expenses,” said Northey. “It’s an opportunity to build organic matter; it’s an opportunity to keep soil in place, even though I have a no-till system where I don’t have much soil move. But you know that you do, in places like off those side hills.” There is a growing interest in using cover crops for these reasons. Northey said that “the crowds are expanding at cover crop workshops … wanting to talk to the folks who are already trying cover crops. They talk to me and I’ve only done it oneand-a-half times. We are making progress but we still have a long way to go.” Link to the ILF webinar archive: https://connect.extension.iastate. edu/p1ixyfca91s/ Benning also recommends the Soil and Water Conservation Society’s Iowa Cover Crops Conference Feb. 17-18 in West Des Moines as another opportunity to hear Sec. Northey, along with more than ten farmers, speaking about their experiences using cover crops. “As cover crops increase in popularity, there is more demand for exchange of information and conferences like this one offer that experience,” Benning said. Benning said the field agronomist with ISU Extension and Outreach and county extension offices are valuable resources for producers interested in learning more about local events covering cover crop and nutrient management best practices. 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LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS ADOPTION PRESSMAN: Mid-America Publishing is looking for a full-time pressman or pressman trainee to assist in the operation of a five unit Goss press, including a four-high stacked unit. This position will assist in the operation and maintenance of the presses, move paper rolls, quality control for all color and black and white pages, be mechanically inclined, etc. Experience in web printing preferred but not required. The successful candidate must be willing to work hard, have a keen sense of detail, and be willing to learn. To apply for this position, complete an application at 9 2nd St. NW, Hampton, or fill out an application on-line at midampublishing.com under the Our Company tab, by clicking on Employment section. Interviews for qualified applicants will begin immediately. Wed.-Thurs., Feb. 11-12, 2015 MID AMERICA MARKETPLACE Buffalo Center Tribune • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Clarksville Star • The Conrad Record • Eagle Grove Eagle • Kanawaha Reporter • The Leader • Grundy Register • Hampton Chronicle • Pioneer Enterprise • The Sheffield Press • Wright County Monitor • Eldora Herald-Ledger FAMILY FEATURES E very parent has been there. It’s Thursday afternoon and the kids are asking, “What’s for dinner?” Searching for inspiration, you head to the refrigerator, only to realize that the groceries you bought on Sunday have run out or spoiled. But before the panic sets in and you reach for the takeout menus, remember that the solution for a wholesome, homemade meal is right in your pantry — or “Cantry.” “With a well-stocked pantry full of canned ingredients, I know I always have the makings of a nutritious and flavorful meal,” said Kelsey Nixon, host of “Kelsey’s Essentials” on Cooking Channel and Food Network. “Fruits and vegetables are harvested at their peak of ripeness and canned in just hours, making the can one of the best ways to get food from its source to my family’s table. I just open up a can, unlock that Quinoa Chicken Vegetable Salad flavor and goodness and make it a ‘Cantry’ Thursday night!” Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Servings: 6 With canned food staples like canned beans, chicken, green beans and broth on hand, you’ll be well on your way to savory meals like Quinoa Chicken Vegetable Salad and Nixon’s Pasta e Fagioli Soup. Almond Cherry Tres Leches Cake Recipe created by Kelsey Nixon Servings: 12 Cake: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 5 large eggs 1/2 teaspoon almond extract 1 (14.5-ounce) can pitted cherries, thoroughly drained Tres leches mixture: 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk Icing: 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, chilled 4 tablespoons powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1/4 cup chopped almonds, toasted For cake, preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour 9-by-13-inch cake pan. Whisk together flour, baking powder and salt into large mixing bowl. Cream butter, sugar and eggs with electric mixer on high until yolks turn pale yellow. Mix in almond extract. Slowly incorporate dry ingredients into wet ingredients until fully combined — avoid over-mixing. Pour into prepared pan, evenly spreading batter out. Bake until cake has cooked through, 30 minutes. Cool slightly, then pierce surface of cake with fork several times. Combine heavy cream, evaporated milk and condensed milk in small bowl or pitcher. Drizzle milk mixture over top and allow cake to sit and absorb milk mixture. For icing, whip together heavy cream, sugar and almond extract. Spread evenly over top of soaked cake. Top with toasted almonds. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until ready to serve. 1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth 1 cup quinoa 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained 1 (10-ounce) can chicken breast, drained and flaked 1 (8-ounce) can cut green beans, drained 1 (8.75-ounce) can corn, drained 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper In medium saucepan over high heat, heat chicken broth and quinoa to boiling. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. In large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, diced tomatoes, chicken breast, green beans, corn, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley and pepper; toss to mix well. Pea and Corn Risotto Mediterranean Chicken Pitas Pasta e Fagioli Soup Recipe created by Kelsey Nixon Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Servings: 4 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 ounces chopped pancetta (about 1/2 cup) 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes 3 (14.5-ounce) cans chicken broth 1 1/2 cups ditalini pasta (short tubular pasta) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish In large heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown pancetta bits just until they start to crisp before adding onion, garlic and thyme. Season with salt and pepper, and saute until fragrant and golden brown. Add canned beans, tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring soup to rapid boil before adding pasta. Reduce to simmer and cook soup covered, stirring occasionally for 8–10 minutes or until pasta is cooked al dente. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and serve with crusty bread. Note: You can substitute bacon for pancetta, if desired. Servings: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes 4 cups canned low sodium chicken broth Servings: 2 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 (10-ounce) can chicken breast, drained and flaked 1 small onion, diced 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber 1 cup Arborio rice 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper 1 (11-ounce) can no salt added whole-kernel corn, 1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained drained 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1 (8.5-ounce) can low sodium peas, drained 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 whole wheat pitas 1 tablespoon butter 4 lettuce leaves Salt and ground black pepper, to taste In large bowl combine chicken, cucumber, red bell In 2-quart saucepan over high heat, heat chicken pepper, green chilies, yogurt and dill; toss to mix well. broth to simmering; keep warm. Cut each pita in half horizontally; carefully open Meanwhile, in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, each pita half. 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Hours Mon-Fri 9-2 pm; 4:30-6 pm Sat 9-noon Big Brad’s BBQ & Grocery Downtown Kanawha 641-762-3541 319-347-2392 • Aplington Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11:30 am-1:30 pm, 4-9 p.m. Saturday 11 am-9 pm Lounge Hours 4 pm-Close Lunch, Evening & Weekend Specials Senior Meals until 7 pm Our Metal a Roof Lasts Lifetime! www.1866GETAPRO.com CLASSIFIEDS 10 • Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 ETHAN D. EPLEY, 313 S. Cherry St., Suite B, P.O. Box 627, Shell Rock, 319-885-4240, [email protected] General practice including but not limited to: Agricultural Law, Criminal Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate, Taxation, Trial Law _____________________ ST-43-tf JESSE M. MARZEN, Attorney at Law, is now offering DEBT RELIEF and FORECLOSURE DEFENSE services in addition to all your other legal service needs! Marzen Law Office, 110 2nd Street SE, Waverly, IA 50677, Tel: 319483-5092, Email: [email protected], Web: marzenlaw.com. __________ ST-30-tf IOWA SELECT FARMS has local openings for Sow Farm Technicians and Class A CDL drivers. Technicians are responsible for the daily care of animals. Positions start at $28,000/year and increase to $31,000 after just one year plus full benefits. Class A CDL drivers ideally live within 45 miles of Iowa Falls and transport pigs within our production system five days a week, home EVERY DAY. Benefits, competitive salary and $1200 SIGN ON BONUS. Call Allyson at 641-316-3251 for more info!__________________ST&TJ-7-4x TRINKETS & TOGS in Grundy Center is seeking a temporary float, 15-20 hours per week. Duties include assisting in the store and loading/unloading donations. The applicant must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and have a valid driver’s license. Please complete an application at Trinkets & Togs at 1609 G Ave, Grundy Center by noon on February 20, 2015. ______________________________ ST-7-2 TRINKETS & TOGS: The Larrabee Center, Inc. is seeking a temporary part time Clerk Assistant to run the cash register and move goods/furniture at Trinkets & Togs, 10-15 hours per week in the evening and on Saturdays. The applicant must be at least 16 years old. Please complete an application at Trinkets & Togs at 114 10th St. SW, Waverly by February 16, 2015. ___________________ ST-6-2 Butler County Conservation Seasonal Mower DESCRIPTION: Employee will assist with mowing, trimming, and other duties as required. Work settings primarily outdoors to include areas like campgrounds, public hunting areas, prairies and preserves, bike trail or indoor shop work. This is a seasonal job from April - October with an average of 20 to 25 hours a week. For more information please visit our website at www.butlercoiowa.org QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age. Possession of a valid Iowa driver’s license. Ability to operate commercial lawn mowing equipment, trimmers, and general handheld tools. SALARY: $9.00 - $10.50 per hour. TO APPLY: Resumes and cover letters can be dropped off in person at the Heery Woods Nature Center, 27887 195th Street, Clarksville, IA 50619 or mailed to the attention of Mike Miner at 28727 Timber Road, Clarksville, Iowa 50619. For more information call 319-278-4237. Application Deadline is Friday, February 20 at 4:00 pm. Butler County Conservation Nature Center Aide DESCRIPTION: Employee will open and close Heery Woods Nature Center during scheduled weekend and evening hours. Responsible for answering visitor questions, keeping a visitor log, answering phone, and other duties as required. This is a seasonal job from March - November with an average of 6 to 10 hours a week. For more information please visit our website at www.butlercoiowa.org QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age and have good customer service skills. SALARY: $9.00 - $10.50 per hour. TO APPLY: Resumes and cover letters can be dropped off in person at the Heery Woods Nature Center, 27887 195th Street, Clarksville, IA 50619 or mailed to the attention of Mike Miner at 28727 Timber Road, Clarksville, Iowa 50619. For more information call 319-278-4237. Application Deadline is Friday, February 20 at 4:00 pm. Butler County Conservation Seasonal Naturalist Internship DESCRIPTION: The intern will provide assistance with the development of displays, curriculum activities, public participation programs, publicity, and the overall maintenance and development of the Nature Center and Heery Woods State Park. For more information please visit our website at www.butlercoiowa.org QUALIFICATIONS: Preference to students working towards a degree in natural resources. Must be 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, and ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly. SALARY: $9.00 - $10.50 per hour. TO APPLY: Resumes and cover letters can be dropped off in person at the Heery Woods Nature Center, 27887 195th Street, Clarksville, IA 50619 or mailed to the attention of Mike Miner at 28727 Timber Road, Clarksville, Iowa 50619. For more information call 319-278-4237. Application Deadline is Friday, February 20 at 4:00 pm. Butler County Conservation Seasonal Conservation Aide Internship DESCRIPTION: Employee will assist with mowing, trimming, painting, wood splitting, restroom cleaning, trail maintenance, habitat establishment, and other duties as required. Employee will work an average of 40 + hours a week with some weekends and holidays required. Work settings primarily outdoors to include areas like campgrounds, public hunting areas, prairies and preserves, bike trail or indoor shop work. For more information please visit our website at www.butlercoiowa.org QUALIFICATIONS: Preference to students working towards a degree in natural resources. Must be 18 years of age, possess a valid driver’s license, ability to operate commercial lawn mowing equipment, tractors, chain saws, and general handheld tools. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly. SALARY: $9.00 - $10.50 per hour. TO APPLY: Resumes and cover letters can be dropped off in person at the Heery Woods Nature Center, 27887 195th Street, Clarksville, IA 50619 or mailed to the attention of Mike Miner at 28727 Timber Road, Clarksville, Iowa 50619. For more information call 319-278-4237. Application Deadline is Friday, February 20 at 4:00 pm. • Clarksville Star • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Explore the Possibilities! TRINKETS & TOGS: The Larrabee Center, Inc. is seeking a temporary store float to handle donated goods (indoors and outdoors) and clerk in Trinkets & Togs, approximately 10-15 hours per week. This will include days, evenings, and some Saturdays. The applicant must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. The ability to lift furniture and heavy boxes (at least 50 lbs.) is required. Please complete an application at Trinkets & Togs at 114 10th St. SW, Waverly by February 16, 2015. ______________________ ST-6-2 WANTED: OLDER skid loader in running or non-running condition. 563-608-9754. __________________________ST&TJ-7-1x FOR SALE OR RENT: Newly built 2 bedroom house with heated attached garage in Clarksville. No smoking, no pets. $575.00 a month. 319-278-4905 _________________ ST-7-2x FOR RENT: RENT BASED ON YOUR INCOME. Nor`th Iowa Regional Housing Authority (NIRHA) is accepting applications for one and two bedroom apartments located in secured building at Heritage Place, 105 1st Ave SW, Hampton, IA. Located above the Senior Center. Units are designated for elderly or disabled applicants. Appliances furnished, washers and dryers available, off-street parking. Rent is determined by annual income and allowable deductions. Applications available online at www.nirha.com, or calling 1-888-8171841, x1 or 1-641-423-0897, x1, or picked up at the NIRHA office, 202 1st Street SE, Ste. 203, Mason City, IA 50401. Office hours are M-Th 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. noon. EHO. ______ST&TJ-5-3x FOR RENT: 1 and 2 BR units available in Clear Lake. Rental assistance and utility allowance available. Onsite laundry, no pets. 877-935-9340 www.tlpropertiesiowa.com. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Equal Housing Opportunity. Handicap Accessible. ________ST&TJ-6-4x ALLISON FOR RENT: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 stall attached garage. All appliances. Central Air. $600/mo. 319-278-4948. _____ ST-49-tf FOR RENT: Clarksville 2 bedroom 1 bath mobile home, all appliances furnished. No pets. Available November 1. $340/mo. 319-2784948. ________________________ ST-41-tf Christensen Farms is hiring for Wean to Finish Positions in the Iowa Falls area. Animal Care Workers: Duties include pig production tasks such as: loading in/out, sorting, vaccinations, feeding and record keeping. Farm Manager: Responsible for the leadership and performance of grow finish production barns and development of contract partner relationships and employee teams. Full-time positions with great pay and an excellent benefit package! Apply online at WE WOULD like to express our deepest gratitude to our many wonderful friends, family and community who reached out to us at the time of Darlene’s death, “the most loveable person in this world”. We thank you for your kind words, cards, prayers, food, flowers and memorials. The Family of Darlene Vance (Frank Vance, Frankie and Barb Vance, Larry Vance, Lola and Dave Dohlman, Valerie Bliss, Kim and Bob Franken and Henry and JJ Vance) ______________________________ ST-7-1 THANK YOU to my family for my 80th birthday dinner, and for the birthday cards from far and near friends. I will spend many hours looking and reading them. Bernita St. John Wiebke ______________________________ TJ-7-1 BRYAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICES: Interior painting, sheetrock/repairs, trim/carpentry, shelving, cabinets, storage, basements/bathrooms. Licensed & Insured. Bryan’s Handyman Services, Clarksville, 319-278-1190 or 319-230-4362 _________________ ST-17-tf www.christensenfarms.com Equal Opportunity Employer Immediate Openings Career Opportunities • Part-timeCertifiedNurseAide • Part-timeLaundry/HousekeepingAide • Full-timeDietaryAide • Part-timeDietaryCook Ifyouenjoyworkingwithateamofhealthcare professionalsthenwearelookingforyoutojoinour team. Immediate Opening… The Aplington-Parkersburg Middle School is seeking immediate applications for a special education para-educator. This full-time position entails working with special education students in both the general education and special education setting. Deadline = February 20th Submit your application materials to: MS Principal 215 10th Street Aplington, Iowa 50604 Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community Facility Operations Assistant Full-time position with flexible hours which may include some weekends. Position requires a valid driver’s license, electrical, plumbing and construction experience. Excellent computer skills with experience in payroll, scheduling and ordering helpful. Candidate must have great communication and documentation skills. Must be a reliable team player and long term care experience is helpful. Please apply at: Bartels Lutheran Retirement Community 1922 5th Ave NW Waverly, IA 50677 Phone: 352-4540 EOE Visit our website for a printable application and benefit information at www.bartelscommunity.org ABCM Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer LEAD LINE OPERATOR Our business in Hampton continues to grow! Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., the world’s largest producer of corrugated HDPE drainage pipe is currently accepting applications at our Hampton, IA production facility for a Lead Line Operator. A Line Operator is responsible for performing the daily activities associated with a production line, to include safety, quality, housekeeping and maintaining production efficiencies. Position is also involved in basic troubleshooting of the line and responsible for basic repair/maintenance to minimize downtime. This position is Lead Operator on 3rd shift, responsible for basic leadership and direction on the shift. This position requires the flexibility to work 40+ hours per week and weekends as required. Ability to work varying shifts is also required due to equipment changeovers. Position requires a minimum of high school diploma or GED; previous manufacturing machine operation or industrial experience helpful; and previous leadership/supervisory background would also be helpful. ADS offers a comprehensive benefit package to include: medical, dental and vision insurance; company provided life insurance; both short term and long term disability; paid holidays and vacation and 401K and ESOP retirement programs and a drug free work environment. Starting pay for qualified applicants will range from $16 - $18 per hour. Interested Applicants may complete a company application Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at our location or submit an electronic application and/or resume at: “Enriching Lives through quality services and Christian care.” USE YOUR TALENT at the Rehabilitation Center of Allison. We are now accepting applications for: PT 2nd shift LPN/RN PT 3rd shift LPN/RN PT 3rd shift CNA To apply stop by to fill out an application or give us a call at 319-267-2791. EOE Rehabilitation Center of Allison 900 7th Street West ∙ PO Box 645 Allison, IA 50602 ∙ 319-267-2791 www.abcmcorp.com Become a “Trusted Healthcare Partner for Life” with Franklin Country View Franklin Country View Nursing Facility is the beautiful place our residents call home. It is where our caring staff provide kind, compassionate and capable care to residents who become like family. It is also where residents have easy access to clinic and hospital services without stepping outdoors. Franklin Country View Nursing Facility is a 52-bed, intermediate care facility, attached to Franklin General Hospital. The renovated, modern facility includes spacious, semi-private rooms, along with 12 private rooms, each with a private bathroom and shower. Country View Nursing Home - NURSE AIDE: Part-time, 24 hours a week, 2nd and 3rd shifts. Works every other weekend and alternating holidays. This part-time position receives benefits. Country View Nursing Home - NURSE: LPN or RN, part-time, 24 hours a week, 2nd and 3rd shifts. Works every other weekend and alternating holidays. This part-time position receives benefits. Franklin Country View is a part of Franklin General Hospital. We offer an excellent benefit package including IPERS, Health and Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, flexible spending accounts and a FREE single membership to the Franklin Wellness Center. If interested, fill out an application at the hospital or print an application online at www.franklingeneral.com and send it to: HUMAN RESOURCES FRANKLIN GENERAL HOSPITAL 1720 Central Avenue East Hampton, IA 50441 EOE ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. 1268 Imperial Rd. - HAMPTON, IA 50441 [email protected] Visit our website at: www.ads-pipe.com ADS IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. JOIN OUR TEAM Become a “Trusted Healthcare Partner for Life” with Franklin General Hospital! Are you looking for a great supportive team to work with? Franklin General Hospital may be the place you are looking for. Our goal as health professionals is to ensure a positive environment for our community. Temporary FT Hampton Medical Records Clerk and Dumont Clinic Receptionist: This is a temporary full-time position as a Medical Records Clerk in the Hampton Clinic and receptionist in the Dumont clinic. There are some additional housekeeping duties in the Dumont Receptionist position. The right person will need strong computer and customer service skills. Must be able to multi task and work independently. This full-time temporary position will be 4-8 weeks with the opportunity to be permanent part-time in the Dumont Clinic. Dietary Aide: Part-time, rotating days and evenings till 7:30pm, works every other weekend and holiday. Previous food service experience and healthcare experience preferred but not required. The right person will be flexible, dependable and have positive behaviors. Med/Surg/ER RN: Part-time, 2 positions available, inquire about shifts. Alternating weekends and holidays. TNCC, PALS, ACLS required, if not already certified training will be provided. Med/Surg/ER RN: Full-time, a combination of first and second shift. Alternating weekends and holidays. TNCC, PALS, ACLS required, if not already certified training will be provided. Med/Surg/ER/Surgery RN: Part-time, works in surgery and the med/surg/er floor. Alternating weekends and holidays. TNCC, PALS, ACLS required, if not already certified training will be provided. Newly restructured position: Med/Surg C.N.A.: 36 hours a week, 12 hr shifts, 2 positions available, alternating weekends and holidays. Certified Nurse Aide certification required. New restructured position: Med/Surg C.N.A.: 24 hours a week, 12 hr shifts, alternating weekends and holidays. Certified Nurse Aide certification required. Franklin General Hospital offers an excellent benefit package including IPERS, Health and Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, flexible spending accounts and a FREE single membership to the Franklin Wellness Center. If interested, fill out an application at the hospital or print an application online at www.franklingeneral.com and send it to: HUMAN RESOURCES, FRANKLIN GENERAL HOSPITAL 1720 Central Avenue East - Hampton, IA 50441 Franklin General Hospital recognizes the National Career Readiness Certificate. For information on how to obtain the NCRC, contact IowaWORKS at (641)422-1524 x44521 EOE • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Bearcats hold off Wildcats RICEVILLE – North Butler’s boys’ basketball team withstood a Riceville fourth quarter rally to defeat the Wildcats, 53-44, on Friday, Feb. 6. Reid Lammers scored 19 points and Brandon Heuer added 13 as North Butler improved to 8-11 overall. Jaret Wunsch chipped in with 10 rebounds and four steals for coach Dave Brown’s team. Freshman Dylan Clipperton had a game-high six assists for the Bearcats. The team improved to 7-6 in the Corn Bowl Conference. North Butler 53, Riceville 44 North Butler (7-11, 7-6) – Jaret Wunsch 1-6 2-2 5; Reid Lammers 7-16 5-5 19; Brandon Heuer 5-8 0-0 13; Carter Lewis 0-1 0-0 0; Anthony Fitzgerald 0-0 0-0 0; Reed Christensen 1-2 0-1 2; Todd Dolan 4-9 1-2 10; Gavin Scroggin 2-6 2-3 6; Dylan Clipperton 1-6 2-2 5. Totals 17-50 9-14 47. Riceville (3-17, 1-12) – Tylar Christensen 1-4 1-2 3; Dustin Sprung 0-0 0-0 0; Grant Shedenhelm 1-4 1-1 3; Nate Miller 2-9 0-2 5; John Miller 3-6 0-0 8; Jeremiah Kelley 1-3 0-0 2; Matt Green 1-2 0-0 2; Dalton Reddel 1-5 2-2 4; Three point goals – NB 4-12 (Heuer 3-5, Wunsch 1-4, Lammers 0-1, Clipperton 0-2); Rice 4-13 (J. Miller 2-4, N. Miller 1-3, Gomez 1-3, Shedenhelm 0-1, Reddel 0-2). Rebounds – NB 20, 10 off., 10 def. (Wunsch 10, Dolan 4, Lammers 3, Heuer 2, Lewis); Rice 40, 12 off., 28 def. (Gomez 10, N. Miller 7, Reddel 6, Christensen 5, Kelley 3, Green 3, Shedenhelm 2, Kuhn 2, Sprung, J. Miller). Assists – NB 16 (Clipperton 6, Heuer 5, Lammers 2, Dolan 2, Christensen); Rice 11 (Green 3, Christensen 2, J. Miller 2, Gomez 2, N. Miller, Reddel). Steals – NB 14 (Wunsch 4, Heuer 3, Lammers 2, Clipperton 2, Lewis, Fitzgerald, Dolan); Rice 9 (Christensen 2, Shedenhelm 2, Green 2, Gomez 2, J. Miller). Blocks – NB 1 (Scroggin); Rice, None. Total fouls – NB 11. Fouled out – Rice (N. Miller). Team Scoring 1. Sumner-Fredericksburg 232.5; 2. North Butler 164; 3. Nashua-Plainfield 161; 4. Saint Ansgar 136.5; 5. Rockford 111.5; 6. (tie) Mason City Newman 107; 6. (tie) Turkey Valley 107; 8. Riceville 84. North Butler results 106 – Cons. Semi, Devan Hackenmiller (SA) pinned Levi Gallmeyer (NB) 2:21. 113 – Second place, Alan Peters (NB) won by rule over Trevor Johnson (Rockford). 120 – Third place, Brody Bruce (SA) pinned Tyler Merfeld (NB) 1:33. 126 – Cons. Semi, Chase Krueger (Rock) pinned Brett Marshall (NB) 1:05. 132 – Championship match, Dalton Nelson (NB) dec. Tom Reicks (TV) 2-0. 138 – Third place match, Cutter Bruce (SA) pinned Tyler Brinkman (NB) 1:43. 145 – Second place, Houston Conway (Newman) won by rule over Brandon Trees (NB). 152 – Second place match, Austin Janssen (NB) major dec. Justin Kime (TV) 17-6. 160 – Championship match, Caleb Wedeking (NB) pinned Bodie Garnier (S-F) 1:37. 170 – Third place match, Tyler Sawyer (TV) pinned Trae Ulrich (NB) 5:03. 182 – Second place, Jason Fisher (N-P) won by rule over Ethan Weitzenkamp (NB). 195 – Fifth place match, Dalton Aukes (NB) received a bye. 220 – Fifth place match, Mitchell Smith (SA) pinned James Seehusen (NB) 1:33. 285 – Third place match, Brendyn Nash (Rock) won by tech fall over Owen Landers (NB) 15-0. Thursday Night Pin Busters League Date Bowled: Wednesday, 02/05/15 Coopers13-3 Curly’s11-5 Pioneer7-6 Feldmeier’s6-10 Freeze Frame 6-10 Emerald Door 5-11 High Game/Series Curt Henrichs 253/606, Jim Blockhus 216,215/602, Randy Moad 227/569, Mike Salge 206/563, Scott Buss 207/556, Dick Lursen 202/549, Clark Freesemann 211/541, Cory Miller 539, Evan Olson 528, Nick Schweizer 527, Tomas Heidenwirth 210/513, Curt Schurman 509. Congratulations Rich Bates throwing a 289 and Steven Inman 269/741 series on Tuesday Night Road Warriors League. LANDERS HARDWARE HANK 202 East Traer, Greene, IA, 641-823-4143 Elec. Supplies • Hardware-Paints • Toys Plumbing • Sporting Goods HARDWARE HANK North Butler’s Reid Lammers reaches for a ball he stole away from Brian Foster of Charles City during the fourth quarter of the Bearcats’ 32-28 comefrom-behind win over the Comets. (Kristi Nixon photo) North Butler’s Brandon Heuer (14) and Jaret Wunsch high five after Heuer was fouled, sending him to the line in the Bearcats’ win over Charles City on Thursday, Feb. 5. (Kristi Nixon photo) Bearcats rally by Charles City GREENE – When Charles City got its biggest lead of the game – six – with six minutes left in this non-conference boys’ basketball game at North Butler, the Comets fatefully chose to play the stall game. It backfired in a big way as North Butler patiently stuck with its game plan to come back from a 28-21 deficit to beat the bigger school 32-28 on Thursday, Feb. 5. “We played a zone basically the whole game,” North Butler coach Dave Brown said, “and they had the lead but we just decided to stay in the zone. We wanted to get out there to swing counter to the ball, we just had a feeling that they weren’t going to hold onto it for the remaining three-four minutes. “We figured they were going to pass it and eventually shoot it and we had to box out on the rebound and fortunately, it went the way we thought.” And the Bearcats were able to get the defensive rebounds and were fouled, making a parade to the free throw line, especially in the final minute. North Butler was 7-of-13 in the second half against the Comets. In the final minutes, Reid Lammers, who led the team in scoring with 13 was 5-of-6 from the line late in the game and 7-for8 overall. “We were able to get the rebound, get fouled, make some free throws and a bucket here and there,” Brown said. “There was a lot of time on the clock and we just felt comfortable staying in that zone. It had been working all game and there was going to be a point in time that we would have to come out of it, but it wasn’t then.” The Bearcats didn’t grab the lead until less than a minute to go but in the span of the final six minutes, had outscored Charles City 11-0. It improved Brown’s team to 7-11 overall and was a big confidence-builder for a 1A team to defeat a larger, area rival that plays in a mostly 3A conference. “They kind of hurt themselves,” Brown said, “they had some turnovers. I think you’ve got to give credit to our kids for forcing the turnovers. They missed some shots and we were fortunate to box out, get the rebound and I think we were 10-of-14 from the free throw line and that helps. “We just played great basketball with the intensity level. We haven’t seen that this year.” By the time it was over, North Butler had out-rebounded the Comets, 25-22. Jaret Wunsch came up with one of the bigger ones on a three-point attempt that would have tied the game at 31 with around 20 seconds left. “Coach (Todd) Forsyth has been there a long time and he’s had great basketball players, great teams,” Brown said. “It is a very good win for North Butler, we’re very happy for the kids and very proud of them. “The kids played with great effort tonight, great intensity.” North Butler drops key game to Saints GREENE – North Butler’s boys’ basketball team fell at home against St. Ansgar, dropping to fourth in the Corn Bowl Conference standings in the 5747 defeat. The Bearcats got 10-point efforts from Brandon Heuer and Todd Dolan, but had no answer for the Saints’ Jacob Hyde, who had a game-high 24 points. Coach Dave Brown’s team led 23-21 at the half, but that is when Hyde got going. With only four in the first half, Hyde went off for 20 points in the second. He got help from Scott Sievert (11 points, nine rebounds and seven assists) and Dustin Rysavy (10 points, five rebounds and two blocked shots). North Butler fell to 6-11 overall, 6-6 in the Corn Bowl. St. Ansgar 57, North Butler 47 St. Ansgar (8-10, 6-6) – Bobby Patterson 3-6 0-0 6; Cole Willert 0-2 0-0 0; Jacob Hyde 7-11 9-15 24; Scott Sievert 4-9 2-4 11; Jared Kramer 1-5 0-0 2; Ben Boerjan 1-3 1-2 4; Logan Zipse 0-0 0-0 0; Austin Rysavy 5-10 2-3 10. Totals 21-46 12-23 57. North Butler (6-11, 6-6) – Jaret Wunsch 2-8 0-0 5; Reid Lammers 3-10 3-5 11 Offense fails Bearcats again North Butler 21 10 8 14 - 53 Riceville 8 8 7 21 - 44 Bowling Scores By Vicky Malfero Freeze Frame Bowl – Greene, Iowa League Bowling Stats Wednesday Night Mixed Hot Shot League Date Bowled: Wednesday, 2/4/15 Sonya’s Salon 18-6 Wyffel’s Hybrids 14-10 Allison Hardware 13-11 Dralle’sDept. Store 10-14 A&M Electric 10-14 UBTC7-17 High Game/Series Mike Salge 233,245/649, Marvin Enabnit 234,223/634, Darin Trees 214/590, Clark Freesemann 247/578, John Martin 222/568, Dick Reser 566, Isaac Almelien 216,200/560, Kevin Schafer 559, Dave Iverson 205/547, Gordy Smith 208/530, Daryl Healey 530, Al Zweck 519, Sonya VanDyke 505, Liz Kotenbrink 183, Bridget McKee 156. Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • Spencer Kuhn 0-1 0-0 0; Emilio Gomez 7-17 2-2 17. Totals 17-51 6-9 44. Bearcats reach regional duals HUDSON – By virtue of finishing in second place at the Class 1A sectional at Hudson, coach Gordy Smith’s North Butler wrestlers advanced to Tuesday’s regional duals at Gilbertville. The Bearcats had to face third-ranked Don Bosco in the first round. If they won that, they met the winner of the No. 8 Lake Mills and Manson-Northwest Webster dual for the chance to go to the state dual meet in Des Moines that is held on Wednesday, Feb. 18, the day before the traditional state meet begins. North Butler finished with four individuals who were moving on to the district meet this Saturday at Clarksville High School. Among them were Caleb Wedeking, who finished sectional champion at 170 pounds, and Dalton Nelson, also earning the 132-pound title. Sectional runners-up for the Bearcats were Alan Peters at 113 pounds and Austin Janssen (152). Nelson earned a 2-0 decision against Tom Reicks of Turkey Valley while Wedeking pinned Sumner-Fredericksburg’s Bodie Garnier in 1 minute, 37 seconds. Janssen had to wrestleback, gaining a 17-6 major decision against Turkey Valley’s Justin Kime while Peters did not have to wrestleback for his district berth. North Butler edged Nashua-Plainfield for the coveted second spot and the chance to wrestle at regional duals by three points (161-164). SumnerFredericksburg won the team title going away with 232.5 points. At this Saturday’s district meet at Clarksville, Nelson faces sectional runner-up Owen Mangrich (6-17) of Don Bosco while Wedeking has a tougher task in AGWSR’s Brandon Johnson (21-6). Peters must wrestle sectional champion Jeremy Schmitz of Don Bosco (26-10) and Janssen has Jarel Arbegast of West Fork (31-5). SPORTS 9; Brandon Heuer 4-8 1-1 10; Carter Lewis 0-1 0-0 0; Anthony Fitzgerald 0-0 0-0 0; Reed Christensen 1-2 0-1 2; Todd Dolan 4-9 1-2 10; Gavin Scroggin 2-6 2-3 6; Dylan Clipperton 1-6 2-2 5. Totals 17-50 9-14 47. St. Ansgar 11 10 19 17 - 57 North Butler 8 15 15 9 - 47 Three point goals – SA 3-11 (Hyde 1-2, Boerjan 1-2, Sievert 1-3, Patterson 0-1, Kramer 0-3); NB 4-19 (Dolan 1-3, Clipperton 1-3, Wunsch 1-5, Heuer 1-5, Lewis 0-1, Lammers 0-2). Rebounds – SA 33, 12 off. 23 def. (Sievert 9, Hyde 5, Rysavy 5, Willert 4, Boerjan 4, Zipse 3, Patterson 2, Kramer); NB 24, 7 off., 17 def. (Scroggin 8, Wunsch 4, Dolan 3, Clipperton 3, Lammers 2, Heuer 2, Fitzgerald, Christensen). Assists – SA 15 (Sievert 7, Willert 3, Patterson 2, Hyde 2, Zipse); NB 13 (Clipperton 3, Lammers 2, Heuer 2, Christensen 2, Dolan 2, Fitzgerald, Scroggin). Steals – SA 8 (Patterson 3, Hyde 2, Willert, Sievert, Zipse); NB 5 (Heuer 2, Lammers, Scroggin, Clipperton). Blocks – SA 6 (Sievert 3, Rysavy 2, Boerjan); NB 2 (Dolan 2). Total fouls – SA 15, NB 19. Fouled out – NB (Dolan). “Workout Anytime” • Open 24 HRS • Scan Card Entrance • Circuit Machines • Free Weights • Cardio Machines • Fitness Cardio TV’s 219 N. 2nd St., Greene www.strivefitnesscenter.com 641-823-4101 North Butler 32, Charles City 28 Charles City (6-11) – Mitch Fox 0-0 0-0 0; Levi Blaine 0-1 1-2 1; Sam Lipke 6-14 0-0 18; Dylan Isakson 0-2 0-0 0; Brian Foster 1-1 0-0 2; Caleb Hageman 2-15 0-2 4; Brandt Gebel 0-4 2-2 2; Shane Feller 0-1 1-2 1. Totals 9-38 4-8 28. North Butler (7-11, 6-6) – Jaret Wunsch 1-3 0-0 3; Reid Lammers 3-6 7-8 13; Brandon Heuer 1-2 1-2 3; Anthony Fitzgerald 0-0 0-0 0; Reed Christensen 0-0 0-2 0; Todd Dolan 2-5 0-0 5; Gavin Scroggin 3-6 2-2 8; Dylan Clipperton 0-4 1-3 1. Totals 10-26 11-17 32. Charles City 13 3 9 3 - 28 North Butler 7 6 8 11 - 32 Three point goals – CC 6-21 (Lipke 6-13, Gebel 0-3, Hageman 0-5); NB 2-8 (Wunsch 1-3, Dolan 1-4, Clipperton 0-1). Rebounds – CC 22, 7 off. 15 def. (Hageman 6, Feller 5, Blaine 4, Lipke 2, Isakson 2, Foster 2, Gebel); NB 25, 7 off., 18 def. (Wunsch 10, Dolan 6, Heuer 4, Scroggin 3, Clipperton 2). Assists – CC 8 (Foster 3, Hageman 3, Blaine, Isakson); NB 7 (Heuer 2, Dolan 2, Clipperton 2, Wunsch). Steals – CC 8 (Hageman 5, Lipke, Isakson, Foster); NB 13 (Lammers 5, Wunsch 4, Fitzgerald, Christensen, Dolan, Scroggin). Blocks – CC 1 (Isakson); NB 2 (Scroggin 2). Total fouls – CC 15, NB 11. Fouled out – None. RICEVILLE – The North Butler girls’ basketball team lacked offense once more in a 42-20 loss at Riceville on Friday, Feb. 6. The Bearcats fell to 0-18. Makayla Hauser’s eight points led coach Kevin Clipperton’s team in the loss as North Butler shot just 15 percent from the field. Madi Pleas added three of the team’s 14 steals against the Wildcats. The Bearcats were in foul trouble. Although no one fouled out, three different players finished with four fouls. It sent Riceville to the foul line where it was 18-of-30. Riceville 42, North Butler 20 North Butler (0-18, 0-13) – Jenny Rottler 2-10 1-3 6; Katelyn Shultz 0-3 0-0 0; Morgan Arjes 0-2 0-0 0; Madi Pleas 0-6 0-0 0; Marcy Jacobs 0-4 0-2 0; Makayla Hauser 3-4 0-0 8; Katie Johnson 1-4 0-0 2; Haley Landers 1-6 0-0 2; Steph Williams 0-1 1-2 1; Nicole Heeren 0-6 1-2 1. Totals 7-46 3-9 20. Riceville (6-14, 3-10) – Taylor Uthe 4-10 8-12 16; Mady Kuhn 1-6 4-7 6; Ashley Uthe 2-3 1-2 5; Dianna Sunnes 0-2 0-0 0; Savannah Asfahl 0-1 0-0 0; MaKayla Heczko 1-6 0-2 2; Sierra Ring 0-0 0-0 0; Lydia Beran 4-10 3-5 11; Katie Keeling 0-3 2-2 2. Totals 1241 18-30 48. North Butler 1 478-20 Riceville 13 6 9 14 - 42 Three point goals – NB 3-15 (Hauser 2-3, Rottler 1-7, Pleas 0-1, Landers 0-1, Shultz 0-3); Rice 0-1 (A. Uthe 0-1). Rebounds – NB 19, 7 off., 12 def. (Arjes 4, Heeren 4, Pleas 3, Johnson 3, Rottler 2, Landers 2, Williams); Rice 40, 9 off., 31 def. (Beran 13, T. Uthe 9, Kuhn 4, A. Uthe 4, Keeling 4, Sunnes 3, Heczko 2, Ring). Assists – NB 5 (Shultz 2, Rottler, Arjes, Pleas); Rice 7 (T. Uthe 2, Kuhn 2, Keeling 2, Asfahl). Steals – NB 14 (Pleas 3, Rottler 2, Arjes 2, Landers 2, Williams 2, Jacobs, Hauser, Heeren); Rice 12 (Kuhn 3, A. Uthe 3, Heczko 2, Beran 2, T. Uthe, Asfahl). Blocks – NB None; Rice 1 (Keeling). Total fouls – NB 20, Rice 13. Fouled out – None. Bearcats can’t hold on GREENE – For the third time in the last four games, North Butler’s girls’ basketball team had a lead at half it couldn’t hang onto in an eventual 48-39 loss to Saint Ansgar on Tuesday, Feb. 3. The Bearcats clung to a 24-19 halftime lead, but the Saints rallied to outscore them 29-15 in the second half as North Butler fell to 0-17. Freshman Nicole Heeren had a career high 16 points against the Saints, scoring eight in each half. Meanwhile, senior Jenny Rottler added nine points, four rebounds, four assists and four steals for coach Kevin Clipperton’s team. St. Ansgar 48, North Butler 39 St. Ansgar (6-12, 4-8) – Maddy Eibes 5-10 1-1 11; Ashley Frodl 0-3 2-2 2; Jessi Hansen 4-7 0-0 8; Emily Ehlke 3-4 0-0 6; Amelia Koster 0-2 0-0 0; Elizabeth Jenkins 1-3 2-2 4; Kelsie Willert 4-7 6-8 17; Holbrook Schutjer 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 17-36 11-13 48. North Butler (0-17, 0-12) – Jenny Rottler 3-10 1-2 9; Katelyn Shultz 2-7 0-0 4; Morgan Arjes 0-6 0-0 0; Madi Pleas 0-2 0-0 0; Marcy Jacobs 1-6 Allison Hardware 3-4 5; Katie Johnson 0-0 0-0 0; Haley Landers 1-4 1-2 3; Steph Williams 1-1 0-0 2; Nicole Heeren 8-12 0-0 16. Totals 16-48 5-8 39. St. Ansgar 11 81811- 48 North Butler 14 10 6 9 - 39 Three point goals – SA 3-10 (Willert 3-5, Frodl 0-1, Eibes 0-4); NB 2-13 (Rottler 2-8, Arjes 0-1, Shultz 0-2, Pleas 0-2). Rebounds – SA 18, 6 off. 12 def. (Eibes 4, Hansen 4, Koster 3, Willert 3, Ehlke 2, Schutjer, Team); NB 23, 13 off., 10 def. (Rottler 4, Pleas 4, Shultz 3, Arjes 3, Heeren 3, Jacobs 2, Hauser 2, Williams 2, Johnson, Landers). Assists – SA 9 (Willert 4, Hansen 3, Eibes 2); NB 13 (Rottler 4, Landers 3, Shultz 2, Pleas 2, Williams, Heeren). Steals – SA 15 (Willert 5, Jenkins 3, Eibes 2, Hansen 2, Frodl, Ehlke, Koster); NB 11 (Rottler 4, Shultz 3, Jacobs 2, Pleas, Landers). Blocks – SA 3 (Jenkins 2, Willert); NB None. Total fouls – SA 11, NB 15. Fouled out – NB (Shultz). 303 N. MaiN * Box 515 PhoNe: 319-267-2342 Fax: 319-267-2515 We Rent the Rug DoctoR! Your source for home comfort & safety solutions Call Bou or Andrea: 319-352-3120 Locally owned 100+ years • lift chairs • bathroom safety • CPAP/BiPAP • oxygen supplies • therapeutic shoes • compression hose • canes • walkers • rollators • wheelchairs 10TH & W. BREMER, WAVERLY • MEYERPHARMACY.COM COMMUNITY NEWS 12 • Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 Reservations for new Lodge at Wilder Park available Families, or groups, thinking about utilizing the new 46 x 30 ft. Lodge at Wilder Park, Allison, are advised to contact City Hall, Allison in the near future for reservations. The Lodge is open year round and has a variety of amenities for overnight stays which include: bedroom, kitchen with major appliances, TV with free Wi FI, heated floors, air conditioning, two bathrooms and plenty of tables & chairs. Fees for overnight use are SundayThursday $100.00 night; Friday, Saturday & holidays $125.00 night for 4 adults; two additional adults may register at $10.00 each. Maximum occupants is 12 with children. Security deposit is $200.00. Fees may be paid by credit/debit card, or check. During camping season there is a minimum stay of 2 nights and a maximum stay of 7 days. Ask about special discount rates for multi-nights at the lodge. For those wishing to reserve the Lodge for special occasions as graduations, bridal showers, wedding receptions, hosting families for meals, or groups having meetings;-- the rates are: Mon-Thurs.-$40.00. Sat--Sun & Holidays--$80.00. There is a security fee of $100.00 for all groups. For Butler County non-profit groups there is no charge. Maximum capacity of the Lodge is 50 persons. Those using the Lodge may also enjoy the many amenities located throughout the Park. Contact Allison City Hall at 319-2672245 from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. & 1:30 4:30 p.m. or [email protected]. Severe weather spotter training offered Free, public training to become a severe weather spotter, hosted by Bremer and Butler County Emergency Management Agencies, will start at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25 at the Waverly Civic Center. “Whether you simply follow your local weather or report serious weather situations, this training is interesting for all,” said Mitch Nordmeyer, Butler County emergency management coordinator. “Violent weather in both counties in the not too distant past emphasizes the importance of the training,” said Kip Ladage, Bremer County emergency management coordinator. The training, presented by National Weather Service Meteorologists, includes videos and still photos, along with interesting recent weather trends. “With cameras nearly everywhere, great video has been captured as storms hit,” Ladage added. The training includes a multimedia presentation and question and answer session with the meteorologist. No registration is necessary. Get Parenting Information ‘Just in Time’ What can a baby see right after birth? How much should a 1-yearold eat? Should a 3-year-old have a hearing test? These and many more questions keep parents awake at night wondering how they can be a better parent to their children, said Cindy Thompson, a human sciences specialist in family life with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Fortunately, a free and easily accessible resource is available just in time to provide some answers. “Parenting is hard and there is so much information available via the Web and social media sites, that parents often are confused about what is best for their children and family,” Thompson said. ISU Extension and Outreach, in partnership with extension specialists across the country, offers a resource called Just in Time Parenting to help eliminate some of the confusion. “Just in Time Parenting is a series of newsletters designed to deliver research-based information to families in a free, convenient and easy-to-follow format,” explained Thompson. Each newsletter centers on a specific age, starting prenatally and continuing through age 5. Newsletters for the first year of life focus on each specific month, then from age 2 to 5 each newsletter covers a 2-month age span. All of the newsletters are available for download from the website or can be delivered electronically via email, Thompson said. “Parents and other caregivers can subscribe for free to the newsletters by entering an email address and child’s date of birth, and the newsletters will arrive just in time according to the child’s age.” Each issue has information on what it’s like to be that age, including “How I Grow and Talk,” “How I Respond” and “How I Understand and Feel,” as well as a “Help Me Learn” section full of ideas on how to engage young children. In addition to features available in every issue, each newsletter includes hot topics related to the specific age focus, such as teething, toilet teaching and safety rules as children become more independent. “Just in Time Parenting offers ask the expert and frequently asked questions section as well, reassuring parents and caregivers they are not alone in their questions,” Thompson said. Newsletters are being promoted in February and will be delivering copies to Butler County Clinics this week along with bookmarks. Just in Time Parenting is available in both English and Spanish. 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Lawn care, snow removal, garbage, water & appliances furnished. Rental assistance available for those who qualify. This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer. LOCUST SQUARE APARTMENTS Allison 1-800-600-9946 515-859-7218 Allison • 267-2300 Dumont 506 Pine St. P.O. Box 349 M-G Floor Decor 515 Main St., Dumont Floor Covering Expert Installation 641-857-3287 This space available for $3 per week (for at least 13 weeks) COMMUNITY NEWS • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Allison Public Library Notes By Kelly Henrichs and Patty Hummel PRIVATE VEGAS by James Patterson . . . Following leads on two criminals to Las Vegas, private detective Jack Morgan discovers a lucrative murder ring being controlled by a wealthy man who seduces beautiful women into becoming killers for hire. THE SAME SKY by Amanda Eyre Ward . . . A childless woman seeking to adopt crosses paths with a thirteenyear-old Honduran girl on a dangerous journey into Texas with her brother. THE RECKONING by James Patrick Hunt . . . When the relationship between proud Lee Coughlin and his nurse daughter-in-law becomes estranged for his role in his Iraq War soldier son’s death, the pair must overcome differences to survive their abduction by three escaped convicts. PLAIN KILLING by Emma Miller . . . While swimming in a local quarry, Rachel and her cousin Mary Aaron discover the body of an Amish girl, fully clothed in her white bonnet, floating face down in the water. And when the Amish community of Stone Mill, Pennsylvania, refuses to discuss her death with the police, it’s up to Rachel Mast to bridge the cultural gap and possibly stop a killer from striking again. SHATTERED SECRETS by Karen Harper . . . Tess Lockwood, who cannot remember anything about her abduction and captivity as a young girl, resolves to face her past with the aid of Sheriff Gabe McCord when a local child goes missing after Tess’s return to Cold Creek, Ohio. In memory of Gail Henrichs. THE WISHING SEASON by Denise Hunter . . . When chef PJ McKinley and contractor Cole Evans submit ideas to a local resident planning to give her ancestral home to the applicant with the best plans to use it, the two are challenged to share the space for a year to prove their ideas. THE HEALING QUILT by Wanda E. Brunstetter . . . Retired Amish newlyweds Emma and Lamar Miller start a new quilting class, in which they work with an unlikely group of students to achieve emotional healing and create beautiful traditional quilts. Given in fond memory of Gail Henrichs. HOME IN SEATTLE by Debbie Macomber . . . Diana Collins is put off by Cliff Howard’s playboy reputation but finds herself falling for him. More surprising, perhaps, is the fact that her daughters are crazy about him. And most surprising of all, Cliff Howard is changing his views about the kind of woman he could love. COUNTRY SCHOOLS AND CLASSIC CARS by Hometown Memories . . . A collection of stories by folks from Northeast Iowa. Memories from people who actually experienced history. People familiar with the tribulations of the Great Depression; the horrible taste of castor oil; outdoor plumbing; party line phones and countless other experiences unknown to today’s generation. FOR YOUNG READERS: THE IRON TRIAL by Holly Black . . . Warned away from magic all of his life, Callum endeavors to fail the trials that would admit him to the Magisterium only to be drawn into its ranks against his will and forced to confront dark elements from his past. SCIENCE EXPERIEMENTS WITH LIQUID by Alex Kuskowski . . . Offers instructions for carrying out simple experiments at home that demonstrate scientific principles of liquids. BABY BEAR by Kadir Nelson . . . Trying to find his way home, a lost bear cub receives wise, comforting advice from the forest animals he encounters, from “trust yourself” to “listen to your heart.” In memory of Gail Henrichs. TALLULAH’S SOLO by Marilyn Singer . . . Tallulah strives for perfection during ballet class and dreams of dancing a solo in the upcoming recital, but her little brother Beckett, who misbehaves all during class, gets a better role than she does. boiled potatoes/gravy, baby carrots, grasshopper dessert Thursday, Feb. 19: Maid rite on bun, potato salad, pork & beans, sherbet Friday, Feb. 20: Ham patty, sweet potatoes, broccoli raisin salad, pumpkin bar Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging Menu Meals are served at the Greene Community Center (202 West South Street) Monday through Friday, for reservations call 641-823-4422. Meals are also served at the Dumont Legion Hall on Wednesdays, for reservations call 641-857-6231. Home delivered meals are also available. For more information call 319-272-1767 or toll free at 877-538-0508. Monday, Feb. 16: A: Cranberry Dijon Chicken, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Multi Grain Bread, Fruited Gelatin, and Margarine B: Fall Harvest Chicken Salad, No-Salt Crackers, Fruited Gelatin, Apple Juice, and Salad Dressing Tuesday, Feb. 17: A: Beef with Peppers & Onions, Brown Gravy, Baked Sweet Potato, Cabbage, Multi Grain Bread, Fresh Banana, and Margarine B: Honey Baked Chicken, Baked Sweet Potato, Cabbage, Multi Grain Bread, Fresh Banana, and Margarine Wednesday, Feb. 18: A: Tuna Croquettes, Corn & Macaroni Casserole, Capri Vegetable Blend, Wheat Roll, Heavenly Fruit Salad, and Margarine B: Meatballs with Gravy, Corn & Maca- roni Casserole, Capri Vegetable Blend, Wheat Roll, Heavenly Fruit Salad, and Margarine Thursday, Feb. 19: A: Homemade Meatloaf, Onion Gravy, Whipped Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Multi Grain Bread, Fresh Fruit, and Margarine B: Tomato Rice Soup, Chicken Salad, Grilled Corn Salad, No-Salt Crackers, and Fresh Fruit Friday, Feb. 20: A: Turkey Ham with White Beans, Herbed Green Peas, Italian Vegetable Blend, Cornbread, Mandarin Oranges, and Margarine B: Cheesy Lasagna Rollups/Red Sauce, Herbed Green Peas, Italian Vegetable Blend, Cornbread, Mandarin Oranges, and Margarine North Butler Community School District Breakfast & Lunch Menus Lunches include milk and salad bar and whole wheat white bread/marg. Menus are subject to change. Monday, Feb. 16: Lunch: Soft shell tacos, shredded cheese, salsa, sour cream, refried beans, corn, applesauce, mixed greens/dressing, baby carrots Tuesday, Feb. 17: Lunch: Hamburger/bun, French fries, carrots, pears, mixed greens/dressing, pears, pineapple chunks, cottage cheese Wednesday, Feb. 18: Lunch: Spaghetti w/meat sauce, bread, green beans, apples, mixed greens/dressing, baby carrots, mixed fruit, cottage cheese Thursday, Feb. 19: Lunch: Creamed chicken on biscuit, peas & carrots, peaches, applesauce, mixed greens/ dressing, baby carrots, cottage cheese Friday, Feb. 20: Lunch: Pizza w/ cheese, corn, carrot sticks, peaches, mixed greens/dressing, baby carrots, cottage cheese Hampton-Dumont Schools Breakfast & Lunch Menus Summer Food Program/H-D High School Cafeteria Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. Served Free for ages 1 to 18! All meals include milk and are subject to change. Salad Bar will be offered every day. Breakfast includes peanut butter & jelly offered with toast. Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grain breads & pastas are used whenever possible. Please Note: There is a 50¢ charge for lunch seconds for all students. Monday, Feb. 16: Breakfast: French toast, smokies, juice; Lunch: Chicken fajita/shell, peppers & onions, green beans, apple wedges Tuesday, Feb. 17: Breakfast: Breakfast bar, mandarin oranges; Lunch: Pizza, peanut butter sandwich, corn, apple- sauce Wednesday, Feb. 18: Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, toast, peaches; Lunch: Popcorn chicken, muffin, California veggies, mandarin oranges Thursday, Feb. 19: No School! Friday, Feb. 20: No School! 13 4-H photographers sought for Butler County Visitors Guide list where the shot was taken and who I just love the days when I’m searchThe Clover Connection Butler County Bulletin ing for a column topic, and the perfect took the shot. Nancy Jensen idea walks right in the front door! This week just got away from me with all the meetings going on, scheduling new ones, seeing to Mom’s care, and all of the sudden it’s Friday and I have no idea what to write about! Who should walk in the office but Jeff Kolb! I know why he came in (so I could sign checks), but he also had a very interesting proposal for Butler County 4-H’ers who like to take pictures. I am on the Butler County Development Corporation Board, so I work with Jeff on several projects as well as serve as co-treasurer. (Thus, the signing of the checks.) One of Jeff’s numerous tasks is putting together the Butler County Visitors Guide each year and then attending various trade shows promoting all the great activities to be found in Butler County. I always try and keep some copies of the guide in our office for people visiting our area. I even find out about things I never knew happened in our county! Jeff mentioned that he would love to have more pictures in the guide and wondered if I had any photography members who might be interested Butler County Program Coordinator [email protected] in taking photos for the 2016 Guide. (Jeff is currently working on the 2015 Guide and said he would be happy to look at any shots 4-H’ers might have to use in this one, but they would have to be provided quickly before the guide goes to press.) Most of the photos that have been used in the past are either out of date or canned shots and he thinks 4-H’ers can do better! It would be great if there were a couple of 4-H’ers who’d like to help capture “A Year in the Life of Butler County” in pictures. He’d like pictures taken from different angles and different perspectives. Maybe your hometown celebration’s horseshoe throwing contest, or kids devouring watermelon or sweet corn or even milking a cow. Of course, any time you take pictures of kids under 16, you must get parents to sign a release form, which Jeff will supply. If you look at the 2014 Guide you will not see captions under shots with the people who are in the photo listed, but you will get your name listed for taking the shot! How awesome would it be for 4-H’ers to have a photo, or two or three, in a guide that is mass-produced in the thousands and handed out all around the state! Pictures can be of camping at Wilder Park, riding on the bike trail, getting popcorn at the city stand or at an athletic event (just to name a few). The more unique the better! Just make sure you If this sounds like something you’d like to do, you can contact me at the Extension Office ([email protected]) or Jeff at Butler County Development Corporation ([email protected]). Feel free to grab a copy of the 2014 Guide to get a feel of the pictures used in the past and the events covered. What are you waiting for? Get out your camera and start snapping! Nancy Jensen is the Butler County Program Coordinator. News from the Liebe Care Center Greene, Iowa On Wednesday, Feb. 11, we were “Looking Good” following our morning activity in the lounge area. This afternoon, we celebrated February birthdays with music by Janice. We always look forward to her sharing her talents! Today is National Inventors’ Day as the birth anniversary of Thomas Edison. Today, Feb. 12, we played a game of Musical Dice. This afternoon, we will play Coin Toss. Today is Lost Penny Day, Abraham Lincoln’s birth anniversary. The purpose of this day is to collect pennies for charity. On Friday Feb. 13, visit the lounge area in the morning for balloon volleyball. This afternoon, we will celebrate Valentine’s Day a day early. Join us in the dining area this afternoon for a Valentine’s discussion and party. Today is known as “Get a Different Name Day.” Saturday Feb. 14th — Happy Valentine’s Day! Join us in the lounge area for balloon fun. At 7 p.m., we will enjoy either a movie or Lawrence Welk. Aside from Valentine’s Day, today is National Cream-filled Chocolates Day. On Sunday Feb. 15, devotions will be led by Calvary Baptist Church at 2 p.m. Today is National Gum Drop Day. On Monday Feb. 16, we will discuss the February holidays in the morning in the lounge. This afternoon, Steve Martin from the Heery Woods Nature Center in Clarksville will visit. Today is President’s Day. This holiday used to celebrate the February birth anniversaries of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington and was celebrated on Feb. 22. The adoption of the Monday Holiday Law in 1971 moved the day to the third Monday. Now, this is a day to honor all former U.S. presidents. On Tuesday Feb. 17, join us in the lounge for dice baseball. This afternoon, we continue our activity of “Resident’s Choice.” Join us in the dining area. Today is Mardi Gras (French for “fat Tuesday”), the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. On this day, people parade, dress up and party, especially in New Orleans and other Southern locations. In some areas, Mardi Gras lasts longer. This day is also known as Shrove Tuesday, Pancake Tuesday and Paczki Day (for fruitfilled Polish pastries). Exercise Group is held Monday through Friday prior to morning and afternoon activities. Social time is held daily at 2:30 p.m., or when afternoon activities are complete. Visit us online at www.liebeinc.com or in person at 108 South High St., in Greene. Have a wonderful week! BUTLER COUNT Y VISITORS GUIDE 2015 Allison Meals on Wheels Monday, Feb. 16: Italian chicken, garden herb rice, mixed vegetables, cake Tuesday, Feb. 17: country fried steak, mashed potatoes/gravy, broccoli cuts, pudding Wednesday, Feb. 18: Pork roast, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • This is a unique opportunity to showcase your business, both products and services, in our 6th Annual Visitors & Tourism Guide. This special supplement will be inserted into Clarksville Star and the Butler County Tribune-Journal and will also be available at numerous drop off locations throughout the county, state, and select locations in surrounding states. Your advertising will have a life span of 1 year and beyond. It is also a great way to support local tourism and economic development. YOU WILL FIND INSIDE: • Upcoming community and county events for 2015 • Community historical overview and highlights • Area attractions and parks DISTRIBUTION AND CIRCULATION - 12,000 • • • • • • • County-wide coverage through the Clarksville Star and Butler County Tribune-Journal The guide will be in front of 15,000 attendees of the Eastern Iowa Sportshow at the UNI Dome in March Provided to campers at several campgrounds in the county during registration throughout the season Various State Welcome Centers at interstate rest stops and other locations Several RV and outdoor equipment retailers in the region Gas stations and other retailers, restaurants, and specialty shop locations in Butler County The Guides are also mailed to those requesting them via our website and calls into our office Published: March 12, 2015 Deadline: February 20, 2015 ADVERTISING SIZES AND RATES ( *ALL ADS ARE FULL COLOR) 1/4 page (3.5w x 4.75”) ........................................................................... 1/2 page (7.75 w x 4.75” verticle or horizontal) ........................................ Full Page (Inside, non-cover) ................................................................. Back Cover Pages (Inside or Outside) .................................................... Cover locations are on first come first served basis. $150 $250 $400 $600 Contact: Paula Barnett/Advertising Sales 319-278-4641 or [email protected] DISCOVER THE GREAT OUTDOORS IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD! COMMUNITY NEWS 14 • Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 • Butler County Tribune-Journal • Register For a Chance to Win a $5,290 College Savings Iowa Account State Treasurer Fitzgerald encourages Iowans to save for future education expenses. The North Butler High School state large group speech team consists of, front row, Caitlin Allan, Jo Anna Schafer, Brylee Landers, Mady Bixby, Katelyn Shultz, Sarah Wilcox; row two, Blake Mulder, Brayden Hammer, Jake Goodrich, Danny Mouw; row three, Jacob Kruse, Markus Jepperson, Addison Johnson, Kaylie Fox, Clay Shultz, Addyson Clark and Zain Nelson. (Contributed photo) NBHS speech students perform at state Six of the nine North Butler High School Large Group Speech Team groups that competed at districts Jan. 24 in Garner earned Division I ratings and moved on to the state contest. At state Saturday, Feb. 7, at Decorah High School, groups performed in front of three judges. The judges’ ratings were averaged for their final rating. “All of the students did a great job and the North Butler Community has much to be proud of with these individuals!” Speech and Drama Director MaTina Clark said. Students who received Division I ratings to earn a spot in the State Contest, and the ratings earned at state include: Group Improvisation – Brylee Landers (12), Blake Mulder (12), and Jacob Kruse (10) – Straight Division II Rating; Group Improvisation – Ad- Lifeline TelephoneASSISTANCE Assistance Program PROGRAM LIFELINE TELEPHONE Dumont Telephone Company is a telecommunications provider who provides basic and enhanced services within its service territory. Basic services are offered at the following rates and charges: Monthly Service Charges Single party, voice grade residential service, including local usage $16.00 $ 6.50 Federal Subscriber Line Charge – Single Line dison Johnson (11), Markus Jepperson (10), Kaylie Fox (9), Zain Nelson (9) – Straight Division II Rating; Group Improvisation – Jacob Goodrich (12), Brayden Hammer (12), Danny Mouw (12) – Overall Division I Rating; Ensemble Acting – Jacob Goodrich (12), Brayden Hammer (12) – Straight Division II Rating; Ensemble Acting – Addyson Clark (10), Clay Shultz (10) – Straight Division I Rating; Choral Reading – Caitlin Allan (12), Mady Bixby (12), Jo Anna Schafer (12), Katelyn Shultz (12), Sarah Wilcox (12), Addyson Clark (10), Markus Jepperson (10), Clay Shultz (10) – Straight Division I Rating. — Submitted by MaTina Clark DES MOINES - State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald is advocating Iowans to take advantage of the benefits of College Savings Iowa to save for future education expenses. “We want parents to know it is never too soon or too late to start planning for their children’s education,” Fitzgerald said. “As a way to encourage families to take the first step towards saving, College Savings Iowa is giving away a $5,290 account this spring.” Visit CollegeSavingsIowa. com to enter the giveaway and see official rules. College Savings Iowa offers families a tax advantaged way to save money for their children’s higher education. It only takes $25 to open an account, and DON’T TEMPT FATE THAT TEXT CAN WAIT anyone – parents, grandparents, friends and relatives – can invest in College Savings Iowa on behalf of a child. Iowa taxpayers have the additional benefit of being able to deduct contributions up to $3,163 per beneficiary account from their 2015 Iowa adjusted gross income.* Investors do not need to be a state resident and can withdraw their investment federally tax-free to pay for qualified higher education expenses, which includes tuition, books, supplies and certain room and board costs at any eligible college, university, community college or technical training school in the United States or abroad.** To learn more about College Savings Iowa, please visit CollegeSavingsIowa.com or call 1-888-672-9116. For more information about future giveaways and events find College Savings Iowa on Facebook and Twitter (@Iowa529Plan). *Adjusted annually for inflation. If withdrawals are not qualified, the deductions must be added back to Iowa taxable income. **The Earnings portion of nonqualified withdrawals may be subject to federal income tax and a 10% federal penalty tax, as well as state and local income taxes. The availability of tax or other benefits may be contingent on meeting other requirements. MidAmerican Energy announces Trees Please awards DES MOINES – Allison, Clarksville and New Hartford were among 68 Iowa cities and groups receiving Trees Please grants through MidAmerican Energy. The city of Allison received $1,000. The city of Clarksville received $2,000. The New Hartford FEMA Lot Restoration group received $1,000. Grant applicants are selected as recipients based on the individual merits of the project, the benefit to the community, and the ability to obtain matching funds. In addition to beauty, trees improve energy efficiency by serving as natural windbreaks and providing shade to homes and businesses. Planting trees also improves air quality and helps protect and nourish the soil. Communities were notified in January that they would receive a grant, and checks are being delivered to winning communities. For more information about Trees Please, call 800-434-4017. Customers have access to long distance, directory assistance, and operator service providers of their choice, at rates established by those carriers. Toll Blocking is available at no charge for low income customers that qualify. Emergency 911 Services are provided and a surcharge is assessed at governmental rates Low income individuals may be eligible for Lifeline telephone assistance programs which provide for discounts from the basic local service charges through specified governmental programs or if you meet income-based criterion currently defined as at or below 135 % of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Supporting documentation of program eligibility or proof of household income is required. You may only receive low-income assistance from one wireline or wireless telephone provider per household. If you have any questions regarding the company’s services or you want to apply for low income telephone assistance, application forms can be obtained from Dumont Telephone Company at 506 Pine Street in Dumont or by calling (641) 857-3211. 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North Butler senior academic award winners first semester 2014-2015 are, front row, Brylee Landers, Chloe Jensen, Kayla Jacobs, Jacob Goodrich; middle row, Sarah Wilcox, Blake Mulder, Stephanie Lursen, Ramsey Kock; back row, Mady Bixby, Steph Williams, Holli VanWyk and Jo Anna Schafer. (Contributed photos) NBHS Academic Awards Night held Achievers earn letters, pins The fifth annual North Butler High School Academic Awards Night was held on Monday, Feb. 2 in the North Butler Middle School Auditorium in Allison. The event, sponsored by the North Butler High School National Honor Society, honored students who achieved an academic letter in the second semester of 2013-2014 or the first semester of 2014-2015, or both. To be awarded an academic letter, students must achieve a 3.5 grade point average at the semester. The first time a student is awarded an academic letter, he or she receives a chenille patch, and each additional semester, the student receives a gold star pin. Senior Mady Bixby, NHS president, read the recipient names, while Mr. Dan Huff, principal, handed out certificates, and Mrs. MaTina Clark, counselor and NHS advisor, presented chenille patches and star pins. All honorees and their guests were treated to refreshments, provided by NHS members and their parents. Students receiving academic letters for second semester 20132014 are: freshmen – Bryce Bruns, Kaitlynn Chisholm, Addyson Clark, LoriAnne Collins, Adeline Gibson, Taylor Graven, Kolton Heuer, Gage Johnson, Jacob Kruse, Tyler Merfeld, Callie Niedert, Taylor Salge, Clay Shultz, Kayla Siemens, Hallie Testroet; sophomores – Tyler Brinkman, Reed Christensen, Isabel Derdzinski, Tyler Holm, Addison Johnson, Katelynn Johnson, Katelyn Junker, Madison Kreimeyer, Reid Lammers, Jennifer Rottler, Gavin Scroggin, Trevor Wangsness, Jaret Wunsch; juniors – Madyson Bixby, Camie Crawford, Jacob Goodrich, Kayla Jacobs, Chloe Jensen, Shane Jensen, Ramsey Kock, Brylee Landers, Stephanie Lursen, Blake Mulder, Jo Anna Schafer, Holli VanWyk, Caleb Wedeking, Sarah Wilcox, Stephanie Williams; seniors – Bianka Borbelyova, Tiffany Cassmann, Ginevra Coletti, Maria Derdzinski, Emily Dolan, Lisa Feldman, Morgan Hagen, Avery Johnson, Kirsten Keller, Trent Merfeld, Cody Nelson, Devon Poppen, Dillon Rademaker, Kenzie Siemens, Marisa Speedy, Evan Winters and Channing Wunsch. Students receiving academic let- ters for first semester 2014-2015 are: freshmen – Johanna Duffield, Jared Feldman, Kaylie Fox, Sarah Goodrich, Nicole Heeren, Marcy Jacobs, Karlie Klingenborg, Dylan Mulder, Karly Nederhoff, Madison Pleas, Rachel Steere, Abbie Wix; sophomores – Bryce Bruns, Kaitlynn Chisholm, Addyson Clark, LoriAnne Collins, Taylor Graven, Kolton Heuer, Jacob Kruse, Tyler Merfeld, Callie Niedert, Taylor Salge, Clay Shultz, Kayla Siemens, Hallie Testroet; juniors – Tyler Brinkman, Reed Christensen, Isabel Derdzinski, Autumn Haverkamp, Tyler Holm, Taylor Jensen, Addison Johnson, Katelynn Johnson, Katelyn Junker, Madison Kreimeyer, Reid Lammers, Jennifer Rottler, Gavin Scroggin, Trevor Wangsness, Jaret Wunsch; seniors – Madyson Bixby, Caleb Collins, Camie Crawford, Jacob Goodrich, Kayla Jacobs, Chloe Jensen, Shane Jensen, Ramsey Kock, Brylee Landers, Stephanie Lursen, Blake Mulder, Jo Anna Schafer, Holli VanWyk, Sarah Wilcox and Stephanie Williams. — Submitted by MaTina Clark North Butler sophomore academic award winners first semester 2014-2015 are, front row, Jacob Kruse, Taylor Graven, Addyson Clark, Kaitlynn Chisholm, Bryce Bruns; back row, Hallie Testroet, Kayla Siemens, Callie Niedert, Clay Shultz and Taylor Salge. 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To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or [email protected]. I received cut flowers for Valentine’s Day. How do I prolong their life? Several things can be done to lengthen the vase life of cut flowers. Begin with a clean vase. Wash previously used containers with hot, soapy water to remove debris and destroy bacteria and fungi that may shorten the life of the cut flowers. Remove all foliage that will be below the water line in the vase. Submerged plant foliage may decay and shorten the life of the cut flowers. To promote water uptake by the cut flowers, cut off the bottom one-half to one inch of the stems with a sharp knife. Immediately place the cut flowers in a vase. Add a commercial floral preservative to the water to prolong the life of the cut flowers. (A small packet of floral preservative comes with most cut flowers. Simply follow directions on the packet.) Place the cut flowers in a cool, brightly lit location in the home or office. Keep the flowers away from heat sources and drafts. Check the water level daily and add water when necessary. Completely change the water if it becomes cloudy or begins to smell. I received a miniature rose for Valentine’s Day. How do I care for it? Miniature roses need direct sun. In the home, place the miniature rose in a south or west facing window. Rotate plants once or twice a week to promote even growth. Miniature roses require a consistent moisture supply. When the soil surface becomes dry to the touch, water the plant until water begins to flow out the bottom of the container. Discard the excess water. Fertilize the miniature rose (once or twice a month) with a dilute fertilizer solution. Miniature roses prefer daytime temperatures around 70 degrees Fahrenheit and a minimum nighttime temperature of 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the plant away from cold drafts or heat sources. To promote new growth and additional blooms, remove flowers as they fade. Cut off the stem just above the uppermost five-leaflet leaf. Also, remove any yellow leaves or dead growth. Finally, periodically inspect the miniature rose for pests. Roses often have problems with spider mites when grown indoors. Discolored leaves and fine webbing are signs that spider mites may be present. Control spider mites by spraying plants with insecticidal soap. Several applications may be necessary to completely control spider mites. In May, the miniature rose can be placed outside. Harden or acclimate the plant to outdoor conditions by initially placing the plant in a shady, protected location. Then gradually expose it to longer periods of sunlight. After the miniature rose has been acclimated outdoors for several days, place the potted plant on a sunny patio or deck. The miniature rose can also be planted outdoors in the garden. While miniature roses are small, they’re remarkably cold-hardy. Select a sunny site with fertile, welldrained soil. I recently received a flowering azalea as a gift. How do I care for it? Place azaleas (Rhododendron species) in brightly lit, cool locations in the home. An ideal site is one near a window that receives bright light (but no direct sunlight) and temperatures of 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Proper watering is a critical aspect of caring for an azalea. Check the potting soil daily. When the soil surface becomes dry to the touch, water the plant until water begins to flow out the bottom of the pot. Discard the excess water. When placed in a favorable location and given good care, azaleas may bloom for three to four weeks. Azaleas sold by florists are not winter hardy outdoors in Iowa and are normally discarded after flowering. Without public notices, you’re left guessing Help available on college federal aid paperwork Bill Busching 80th Birthday Open House Bill Busching of Waverly will be celebrating his 80th birthday on February 19. Please join him and his family in celebration at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1400 West Bremer Ave, Waverly, Iowa, on Sunday, February 22, from 2-4 p.m. CEDAR RAPIDS — Free help with college financial aid forms will be offered in Waverly next week as part of a national program. Volunteers for Iowa College Goal Sunday will help students and their families fill out and file the free application for federal student aid from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19 at Wartburg College, 100 Wartburg Blvd., Waverly. No registration is needed. The FAFSA, which is available in free paper and electronic forms from the U.S. Department of Education, is the first step in the qualification process. Karla Wymore, professional school counselor at Mason City High School, said families have traveled more than 40 miles to file the FAFSA at the Mason City High School event. “It is a great way to get the FAFSA completed without interruptions and in a timely manner,” Wymore said. This year, Iowa College Goal Sunday will span two months and will be held in 43 Iowa locations, Feb. 2 through March 7. Certain paperwork is required to fill out the forms. Iowa College Goal Sunday is part of the national College Goal Sunday program, managed by USA Funds and held in 40 states. Iowa organizations have partnered to plan and present Iowa College Goal Sunday. To complete the FAFSA, families should bring, for both the student and parent, the following: • Social Security number, driver’s license number and date of birth • Most recent federal and state tax returns • W-2 forms or other records of income earned last year • Current bank statements and investment records • Records of untaxed income received last year • 2013 business and farm records • Alien registration numbers if not a U.S. citizen Students and parents may also register in advance for federal personal identification numbers to electronically sign the forms and make future changes. 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