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CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCT. 26
SOMERSET TRICK-OR-TREAT: Somerset businesses will host trick-ortreating from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26. Participating businesses will have an “Offi cial Location” poster displayed in their front window. Visit ExploreSomerset. com for a list of businesses.
OCT. 26
CANDIDATE FORUM: The League of Women Voters of Ames and Story County invites the public to a candidate forum from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, in the Ames City Hall Council Chambers. This forum is for Ames City Council candidates.
OCT. 26
MENTAL HEALTH EVENT: The Gilbert Counseling Department for Gilbert School District is hosting the fi rst Community Conversation: Mental Health, at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, at Gilbert High School. This event will include a social with snacks and booths from organizations in the Story County area, speakers about anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, grief, depression and suicide, and behavior management and breakout sessions. District counselors will be available to answer questions. Free childcare will be provided by high school students. Admission is free; no registration needed.
OCT. 26
DEPRESSION, ANXIETY SCREENING: Ames Therapy & Consulting is offering confi dential depression and anxiety screenings from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, and Monday, Oct. 30. Please call (515) 337 1380 or visit amestherapy.com for more information or to schedule a screening. Walk-ins are also welcome.
OCT. 26
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPS: The NAMI Connections peer support group will meet form 2 to 3 p.m. and the support group for family members of individuals living with mental illness will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 26, at NAMI of Central Iowa Wellness Center, 416 Douglas Ave., Suite 205. For more information, call (515) 292-9400.
OCT. 27
AMES WOMAN’S CLUB STYLE SHOW: The Ames Woman’s Club Fall Style Show and Luncheon will be at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27, at the Clubhouse, 106 S. Dakota Ave. Tickets are $15. For information and tickets, call (515) 232-4977.
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Story Theater Company presents ‘The Spell of Sleeping Beauty’ Story Theater Company will open its 2017-18 season with “The Spell of Sleeping Beauty,” by Vera Morris. Opening night will be Friday, Nov. 3, at Ames City Auditorium. Show time will be at 7 p.m. All ages will enjoy this lively version of the Brothers Grimm classic. Performances will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3, and Friday, Nov. 10. Weekend matinee performances will be at 2 p.m. on Nov. 4, 5, 11 and 1. All shows will be at Ames City Auditorium, 520 Sixth St. Advance tickets may be purchased at Ames City Hall Community Center desk, or through any cast or crew member. Advance tickets are $7 and can be used for any performance. Tickets at the door are $10 for adults and $7 for children and students. Director Julia VanDyk, a recent graduate of Northwestern College in Orange City with a degree in theater, said, “This version of ‘Sleeping Beauty’ is based a bit more on the traditional Grimm fairy tales. It has lots of music and dance and humor.” She’s enjoying working with this cast of 27 young people. “It’s a very enthusiastic cast,” she said. “They’re willing to work and they’re willing to play. It’s a very encouraging environment. I’m having a blast, and I think the kids are, too. “It’s a family-friendly show with enough variety and humor that older kids and parents will enjoy it, too.” April Wigdahl, 14, is making her STC debut as Chef Baguette. “I provide some comic relief!” she says.
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James VanDyk as King Rudolph and Morgan Reetz as Queen Eleanor in the Story Theater Company’s production of “The Spell of Sleeping Beauty.” CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
She has had previous acting experience with Ames Homeschool Drama, and explains how these rehearsals have been different. “It’s kind of different from other acting experiences I’ve had,” she said. “It’s all planned out. It’s very professional. It’s kind of cool to have someone make a costume for you. I like meeting new people and using my acting skills.” James VanDyk, 15,
has acted in several STC productions, and is taking on the role of King Rudolph this time. He explains why both younger and older kids will like the show. “This play takes a more comedic approach to the story of ‘Sleeping Beauty,’” he said. “It’s a way to see one of the most known fairy tales, but with a twist.” He also spoke about the set and costumes. “Our thrones are
pretty extravagant,” VanDyk said. “The set designers are amazing. And the costumes are great. I get to wear a cape — a royal robe, actually!” King Rudolph is joined on stage by Queen Eleanor, played by Morgan Reetz, 16, who is also a veteran of many STC productions. She is pleased with how well this cast is working together. PLAY see page 5
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MATURE LIVING Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames • (515) 233-2906 Lunch menus Thursday, Oct. 26: Peppered beef tips, whipped potatoes, California blend vegetables, carrot and celery sticks, applesauce. Friday, Oct. 27: Peppered pork loin with chutney, country sweet potato, mix vegetable blend, mandarin orange cup, peanut butter cookie. Monday, Oct. 30: Beef pot roast, baked sweet potato, yellow squash, carrot sticks, raisins. Tuesday, Oct. 31: Burger with bun, tomato, lettuce and onion, au gratin potatoes, spinach, orange cup, pudding. Wednesday, Nov. 1: Baked chicken (alternative: herb chicken), wild rice, cauliflower, green lettuce salad, applesauce. Thursday, Nov. 2: Chicken broccoli rice casserole, corn, fruit cocktail cup, sugar cookie. Friday, Nov. 3: Goulash, green beans, cooked carrots, mandarin orange cup. Monday, Nov. 6: Cafe Meatloaf, whipped potatoes, yellow squash, yogurt cup, pear fruit cup. Tuesday, Nov. 7: Pot roast beef with gravy, red skin potatoes,
baby carrots, applesauce, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, Nov. 8: Key West cod (alternative: grilled chicken), long-grained rice, broccoli cuts, garden lettuce salad, chocolate chip cookie. Thursday, Nov. 9: Spaghetti bake, California mix vegetables, garden lettuce salad, pineapple fruit cup. Friday, Nov. 10: Sliced roast turkey with turkey gravy, whipped potatoes, green bean casserole, festive Jell-O salad, pumpkin pie Monday, Nov. 13: Grilled salmon with glaze (alternative: season chicken breast), whipped potatoes, California mix vegetables, fresh carrot sticks, pear fruit cup. Tuesday, Nov. 14: Beef pot roast, red skin potatoes, Brussels sprouts, garden lettuce salad, peanut butter cookie. Wednesday, Nov. 15: Chicken with Dijon sauce, sweet potatoes, green beans, garden lettuce salad, mandarin orange cup. Thursday. Nov. 16: Beef stew, whipped potatoes, baby carrots, peaches, chocolate chip cookie. Friday, Nov. 17: Chicken and noodles, broccoli cuts, garden
lettuce salad, tapioca pudding. Monday, Nov. 20: Goulash, yellow squash, cooked carrots, peach fruit cup. Tuesday, Nov. 21: Sweet and sour chicken, long-grain rice, corn, garden salad with tomatoes, applesauce. Wednesday, Nov. 22: Seasoned pork loin, red diced potatoes, baby carrots, garden lettuce salad, mandarin orange cup. Thursday, Nov. 23: Heartland Senior Services closed for Thanksgiving holiday. Friday, Nov. 24: Heartland Senior Services closed for Thanksgiving holiday Monday, Nov. 27: Beef pot roast, baked sweet potatoes, baby carrots, peaches, pound cake. Tuesday, Nov. 28: Seasoned chicken breast, baked potato, corn, mandarin orange cup, chocolate pudding. Wednesday, Nov. 29: Seasoned pork loin, whipped potatoes, Brussels sprouts, garden lettuce salad, pineapple tidbits. Thursday, Nov. 30: Macaroni and cheese, cooked carrots, green beans, tropical fruit cup.
Calendar of Events Thursday, Oct. 26 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 4:15 p.m., Free Zumba class 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Oct. 27 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards Sunday, Oct. 29 1:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Monday, Oct. 30 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Movie – “Going In Style” Tuesday, Oct. 31 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, Nov. 1 9 a.m., Video exercise 11:50 a.m., Lunch and Learn 1 p.m., Rummikub Thursday, Nov. 2 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m., to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 4:15 p.m., Zumba 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Nov. 3 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Saturday, Nov. 4 5:30 p.m., Cribbage Sunday, Nov. 5 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Nov. 6 9 a.m., Video exercise
1 p.m., Coloring book workshop Tuesday, Nov. 7 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 11:10 a.m., SVS presentation/video 12:30 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Nov. 8 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub Thursday, Nov. 9 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m., to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 4:15 p.m., Zumba 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Nov. 10 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards Sunday, Nov. 12 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Nov. 13 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub 1:30 p.m., Marathon bridge Tuesday, Nov. 14 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge 7 p.m., Monthly dance Wednesday, Nov. 15 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Bunco 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Nov. 16 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m., to noon Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Nov. 17 9 a.m., Video exer-
cise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards 7 p.m., Country Jam Sunday, Nov. 19 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday. Nov. 20 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Movie – “Lion” Tuesday, Nov. 21 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds chorus, open to all 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, Nov. 22 9 a.m., Video Exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub Thursday, Nov. 23 Heartland Senior Services closed for Thanksgiving holiday Friday, Nov. 24 Heartland Senior Services closed for Thanksgiving holiday Sunday, Nov. 26 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Nov. 27 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub Tuesday, Nov. 28 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, Nov. 29 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring book workshop Thursday, Nov. 30 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m., to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 4:15 p.m., Zumba 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge
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Students, families and beloved pets gathered for the annual Blessing of the Animals on the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
St. Cecilia School holds Blessing of the Animals
Roland-Story agriculture mechanics students Jake Cook, Hassan Younes, Mack Harris, Jakob Lester, Malachi Harestad and Daniel Conis during their oil race. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story ag mechanics class learns about lubricants Twenty students in the Roland-Story agricultural mechanics class are completing their fi rst unit of study which involved small gas engines. While working in this unit, they learned about principles of
engine operation, tool identification, reading micrometers, how to troubleshoot engines and the need for proper lubricants for engines. In one lab demonstration titled “Oil Races,” the students
learned the differences between various blends of oils as they held “races” with oil samples subjected to various conditions and then timed the flow (viscosity) of the oils as they raced down the track.
St. Cecilia held its annual Blessing of the Animals on the lawn of the education center on Wednesday, Oct. 4. Father Secora blessed all the animals, great and small, while Mrs. Luisa Wendt led the students in song. St. Francis of Assisi preached the Christian doctrine that the world was created good and
beautiful by God. He believed that all creatures should praise God and the people have a duty to protect and enjoy nature as both the stewards of God’s creation and as creatures ourselves. St. Francis’ feast day is observed on Oct. 4. This event is a special celebration for St. Cecilia families as so many have those
pets who hold special places in their hearts. Watch the school website for the date of next year’s Blessing of the Animals … all are welcome. To learn more about St. Cecilia School, including enrollment information, please visit www. stceciliaparish.org/ school-home/ or contact the offi ce at (515) 232-5290.
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Dave Holm, Ryan Lin, Evan Uhlmeyer, Oliver Chen, Chris Brown, Dominik Jones, Michael Holm and Tedd Devick. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Tim and Chris Buchwald (Troop 641), Andrew Kovar, Gabe Carney, Gary Cave, Christian Cave and Alex Kovar, foreground (Troop 196). CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Ames Scout Troop 196 participates in Boy Scouts of America High Adventure camps Members of Ames Scout Troop 196 took part in two Boy Scouts of America High Adventure camps this summer. Six Scouts and two adult leaders from Troop 196 based in
Ames participated in the Sea Base High Adventure this summer. The boys chose the Out Island Adventure, which involved spending seven days on a remote island located in the Florida
Keys. As part of the adventure, the boys were able to go snorkeling, deep sea fishing, kayaking and exploring on the island. They also completed a service
project while on the island. Five Scouts and two adults participated in the Northern Tier High Adventure this summer in Manitoba, Canada. As part of their
adventure, they rode a float plane to a remote lake where they canoed, portaged, camped and fished for a week. Troop 196 meets on Mondays at the Elks Club in Ames
and the current Scoutmaster is Matt Carney. For more information about Troop 196, please visit https://tmweb.troopmaster.com/mysite/ troop196.
ISU Women’s Club Gardening Group tours Iowa Arboretum
Members of the ISU Women’s Club Gardening Group enjoyed a hike through the woodlands and a docent-led tour of the Iowa Arboretum on Oct. 11. From left, Laura Carabillo, Joyce Powell, Karen George, Marion Chenhall (kneeling), Margaret Elber, Jeanette Dietrich, Sally Birchfield, Skeet Hobbs, Barbara North, Trish Strah and Dorothy Kirkland. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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“The rehearsal process is well-organized,” she said. “We’ve got lines memorized quickly so we have more time to actually become our characters.” Reetz also spoke about the setting and music. “The kingdom in this story is set in Ireland, so the music is Irish, too,” Reetz said. She also commented on how her role in “Sleeping Beauty” is different from some of her past roles. “It’s a new experience for me to play royalty without being evil,” she said. Dunkin Bearson, 9, is making his STC debut as the Squire. “I’m with the baron, and he’s a knight” Bearson said. “So, I’m kind of a baron-in-training.” He commented on the dance he’s learning in rehearsal. “It’s an Irish kind of dance. It’s fun!” he said. And he spoke about adding some comic relief on stage. “I have one funny line,” he said. “I kind of croak like I’m coughing.” About one third of the cast is new to STC, so part of the rehearsal process is helping kids to feel comfortable in front of an audience. Bearson said, “It might be scary to have so many people watching. But on the big stage, the audience will be dark and we’ll be all lit up, so maybe that will make me less nervous.” Bearson added that he’s hoping a lot of people come watch. “It’s exciting, and it’s funny,” he said. “It’s dramatic!” Come see your favorite “Sleeping Beauty” characters: Queen Eleanor and King Rudolph, Princess Briar-Rose and Prince Alexander, and of course Evilina, the bad witch. Come meet some new characters too: Chef Focaccia and Chef Baguette, Spider, Black Cat and many others. This cast of 27 young people, ages 9 to 16, has prepared a show that has it all — charm, action, romance, comedy, and thrills. The set is enchanting, the costumes are fabulous, and the acting is outstanding. “The Spell of Sleeping Beauty” is sponsored by Dentistry at Somerset, and by The Bernard Firm PLC. Story Theater Company is a nonprofit children’s theater dedicated to providing performance and educational opportunities for the children of Ames and surrounding communities. Since its formation in 2006, the company has performed to more than 30,000 audience members who come from throughout central Iowa to experience quality children’s theater. Story Theater Company is supported in part through local option tax funds provided by the city of Ames through the Commission on the Arts, as well as a grant from the Kiwanis Club of Ames. Learn more by visiting www.storytheater company.org.
OCT. 28
BARN DANCE: The Central Iowa Barn Dance Association invites you to dance from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the Collegiate-Wesley Annex, 130 S. Sheldon Ave. Everyone is welcome. Experience, partner, special costume and lessons are not necessary. Caller Roger Alexander will teach what you need to know beginning with the fi rst dance. Live music by the Barn Owl Band. Admission is $7, students $5. Free parking north of the Annex. For more information, visit http://cibd.org or contact Dan Treadway (515) 291-0857 or treadway@netins. net.
OCT. 29
CHILDREN’S THEATER AUDITIONS: Sleeping Beauty (Princess Briar-Rose) is played by Gwendolyn Stewart, 14 and Prince Alexander is played by Jack Wanamaker, 13. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Auditions for Children’s Theater in-The-Schools’ production, “It’s Magic,” will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 29, and at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 30, in Ames Public Library’s PEO Room. Young actors, age 10 and older, are welcome. Auditions will include reading and movement. No preparation is necessary. There is no charge to participate. For more information call (515) 292-9454.
NOV. 3
SMILES FOR FREEDOM:
King Rudolph is played by James VanDyk, Queen Eleanor is played by Morgan Reetz and Evilina is played by Victoriah Nelson. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Dentistry At Somerset will host a free dental care service day for veterans, military service members and emergency responders
on Friday, Nov. 3. No questions regarding insurance or finances will be asked. Appointments must be scheduled in advance by emailing Smile@DentistryAtSomerset.com. Appointments are a first-come, fi rst-served basis until the schedule is full. A copy of qualifying identification is required — a military ID, a DD214 form or Responder Identification.
NOV. 4
BUSINESS STARTING WORKSHOP: The Ames Chamber of Commerce, Iowa State University Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship and America’s Small Business Development Center at Iowa State will co-host a workshop covering aspects of starting a business such as insurance, intellectual property, organization, registration, legal, banking and operations on Saturday, Nov. 4, in Gerdin Business Building, ISU campus, Room 2127. Topics will be presented by local business professionals. The workshop will be in two segments. Attendees may register for one or both sessions. Lunch will be provided for those attending both sessions. It is free and open to the public; however, registration is required. Visit www.isupjcenter. org to register online. Contact Iowa State Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship at (515) 296-6754 or info@isupjcenter. org with questions.
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Green-colored bike boxes were part of the recent Clark Avenue reconstruction project to enhance safety for bicycles at the intersection of Clark Avenue and Lincoln Way.
Designated bike lanes were included as part of the recent Clark Avenue reconstruction project. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Clark Avenue now features bike lanes Clark Avenue in Ames, from Main Street to Lincoln Way, recently reopened to traffic, unveiling new on-street bike
facilities, such as bike boxes and designated bike lanes, city officials announced in a news release on the city’s website.
The green bike boxes are painted in front of the white stop bar at intersections to allow cyclists traveling in bike lanes to move in front of cars at an intersection during a red light. Motorists will con-
tinue to stop at the white bar while cyclists stop in the bike box through the duration of the red light. This increases visibility and safety for cyclists. Once the light turns green, cyclists will clear the inter-
section in front of motorists. Bike boxes restrict right turn on red for motorists. T here is no right turn on red from Clark Avenue for motorists entering Lincoln Way. According to the news release, bike boxes are new to Ames, and the Clark Avenue bike boxes represent a pilot project to be considered for other street improvements. City staff will be monitoring the bike facilities and accepting feedback regarding their use. Questions about
this project or onstreet facilities can be directed to the city of Ames Traffic Division at traffic@city.ames. ia.us or (515) 2395160. Clark Avenue was identified for pavement, utility, and sidewalk improvements through the City’s Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, onstreet bike lanes were added to the pavement improvement project to provide a designated lane and intersection space for bikes traveling on Clark Avenue.
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Thirty-three Nevada High School agriculture business students discover satellite imagery utilized by Jason Kolin to better serve customers. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Jason Kolin shares his tablet PC with Nevada High School ag business students Avery Mather and Brady Moser. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Encirca satellite imagery of a cornfield in Grant township, the lighter colored or yellow shaded depicts corn that is stressed, most likely due to moisture. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Encira introduced to Nevada ag business students Jason Kolin of Pioneer Seed introduced and demonstrated Encirca technology as part of his seed business. The Encirca service combines the
latest technology for weather, soils, agronomy and descriptive analytics to help growers maximize crop yields and reduce risk. Encirca utilizes
Noon Kiwanis apple fundraiser
Ames Noon Kiwanis Club members sort and bag apples from the ISU Horticulture Farm for their annual apple sales fundraising drive. From left, Don Wishart, Carl Anderson, Paul Domoto, Stephen Miller, Gary Wade, Jerry Chase and club president Cynthia Gaunt. Club members sell apples, cider and frozen apple dumplings. The sales help support Ames community projects such as Miracle League playground, Emergency Residence Project, MICA, YSS, Food at First, Boys and Girls Club, Raising Readers and Story Theater Company. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
satellite imagery to take photos of crop fields every day. Digital photos contrast colors from dark green to yellow that express health and vitality of plants
in any field that is logged in by GIS/GPS location. Kolin explained to students that crop scouting can be done quicker and more efficiently using En-
circa as opposed to walking fields manually. Several field images were demonstrated to the students and specific field conditions were
articulated to the students. In addition, Kolin emphasized several important behaviors and skills that are critical for success in business.
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Nevada FFA members, with Joe Mather, of Story County Cattlemen, are, from left, Avery Mather, Kaitlin Wegner, Ellie Moser, Joe Mather, Brady Moser, Rylee Stevenson, and Kennedy Steffes. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA members volunteering at the State Fair Beef Quarters, from left, Jacob Stufflebeam, Katelin Wegner, Rylee Stevenson, Aubrey Gibson and Katelyn Kingsbury CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
State Fair Cattlemen’s donate $800 to Nevada FFA Beef Promotions of Iowa, aka Iowa State Fair Beef Quarters, recently presented Nevada High School FFA chapter
with a check for $800. The donation is for the student volunteers who worked a full shift during the Iowa State
Fair in Des Moines. Joe Mather, of Story County Cattlemen, presented the check on behalf of Beef Promotions.
“This is a surprise, and just in time for purchase of FFA jackets, and upcoming National FFA convention cost,”
said Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor.