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s, and newly Board of Supervisor will feature a John Haila. 6:30-7:30 p.m. and elected Ames Mayor, King Day and readings Sawyer ElemenThe Martin Luther short video, poems The Mitchell and invites all accomplishsing “Martin Planning Committee on the civil rights tary students will to honor King. Vanessa other musical in Ames/Story County ments and life of Dr. Luther King� and birthday of Dr. serve as M.C. and celebrate the Baker-Latimer will Jan. 15. The will be Judge selections.to the Jan. 15 event, you King on Monday, The keynote speaker Prior celebration the MLK Day of for Belcher, Iowa’s first theme for this year’s volunteer Romonda can d Unity The i judge t rvice i
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A sweet corn supper will be hosted the Story City by American Legion Post 59 from 5 to 7 p.m. at in Story City. Come 301 Washington St. join us for all can eat sweet you corn, dog and cucumbe hamburger or hot r salad for $7.
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Have you heard about our Seafood show at Ames RoadFresh jumbo sea scallops, Thyme? We’ll have and colossal king shrimp, lobster tails crab legs. Swing by Fresh Thyme from noon to 3 p.m. at SE Fifth St. for great quality seafood 215 great prices. at
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Story County Extension 22, at the Story County council and staff were recognized for 100 years of Extension Youth Fair in Nevada. Leidal and Mary Front row, from left, in Story County on Wilkins; back row, Kalli Olson, Rich Sunday, July from left, JoAnn Michelle Adams, Wrage, Eugenia Kromminga, Megan Kristi Jedlicka, Katie Williams, Hartsook, Nicole Not Pictured: Leonard Krafka, Alice Moody, Doug Sampson Melissa McEnany, and Foley, Tim Couser and MaryAnn Gardner. Iowa State University President Wendy Wintersteen CONTRIBUTED PHOTO .
Story County Ex tension celebrates 100 years
The Story County Extension Council and staff, at the Story County Fair on July 22, celebrated the centennial celebration since ďŹ rst opening its
doors in 1918. Extension Council Chair Doug Sampson was presented with the 100-year plaque by Iowa State University President Wendy Winterste en.
The Extension Council and Staff would like to thank the community of Story County for their support and look forward to another 100 years the county’s needs. serving
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A $6,000 grant made it possible to purchase new gear for five firefighters of the Westory Fire Agency in Kelley.
NOVEMBER 14 AMERICAN LEGION BINGO
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American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., Ames, will offer Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12 and $18. Proceeds go to support American Legion sponsored community programs in the Ames area.
NOVEMBER 14
KARAOKE AND MUSIC VIDEO NIGHT Karaoke and music video night will be at 8 p.m. in the Party Town Lounge. Happy hour will be from 3 to 7 p.m. with more nightly specials.
NOVEMBER 15
ACSD MENTAL HEALTH CONFERENCE Ames High School will host a mental health conference to educated parents, students and the public about mental health issues their students may be dealing with. This event is targeted toward students in grades 6 to 12, but all are welcome. Visit the facebook event page for more information.
NOVEMBER 15
DOUGLAS BIGGS LECTURE Douglas Biggs will present “Iowa State and the Great War� at 7 p.m. in the Iowa State Memorial Union’s Sun Room. He will speak about the impact of World War I and its returning veterans.
Westory Fire Agency receives SCCF community grant for ďŹ reďŹ ghting gear Al Hermanson, Story County Community Foundation (SCCF) Advisory Board member, met with ďŹ reďŹ ghters Nick Tapp, Julie Gfeller and Joe Winge of the Westory Fire Agency after it received a SCCF community grant in 2017 to replace ďŹ reďŹ ghting gear for the Kelley station.
A $6,000 grant made it possible to purchase new gear for ďŹ ve ďŹ reďŹ ghters. Fire Chief Ken Kling said, “This grant is enabling our department to purchase new gear that is desperately needed due to being outdated, damaged or ill ďŹ tting. The new gear will ensure the safety of our
volunteers and enable them to provide better service while on duty.â€? SCCF awards community grants of up to $6,000 each year and is proud to support this 100 percent volunteer ďŹ re department. More information on SCCF grants is available at www.storycountyfoundation.
NOVEMBER 16
AMERICAN LEGION COUNTRY DANCE The American Legion will host a country dance night from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. for all the country dance fans in the area. Come on down and dance to the best country music and DJ in Central Iowa. Want to learn the latest country dance moves, or just want to learn country dancing, lessons will be offered at 8 p.m. for novices and those interested in polishing their dance moves. This event is open to the public.
NOVEMBER 16
NICHOLAS JOHNSON LECTURE KHOI radio will host former FCC commissioner and media law professor Nicholas Johnson, who will present “The Media Under Siege.� He will speak at First United Methodist Church, 516 Kellogg Ave., in Ames. The public is invited to the lecture at 7 p.m. and a meet and greet at 6:30 p.m. RSVP to the event to KHOI by Nov. 13.
NOVEMBER 17
CHRISTMAS MARKET St. Cecilia Parish will have its annual Christmas Market from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, and from 9 a.,m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18. Various groups will have items for sale with proceeds going to charitable causes. The Social Justice Committee will offer recycled Christmas decorations, available for a free-will offering, with all proceeds going to Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance Inc. The Days for Girls CafĂŠ will be serving pie by the slice, breakfast items and drinks. Everyone is welcome to attend. If you wish to donate to the recycled Christmas decoration offering, your decorations may be brought to the South Social Hall, beginning Nov. 12. For more events, see page 8
Children’s choir to perform Dec. 1 The Ames Children’s Choirs will present their annual Winter Concert at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 1, at Collegiate United Methodist Church, 2622 Lincoln Way, Ames. The program will feature a variety of music in Latin, Hebrew, Italian and English accompanied by piano, organ, ute and hammered dulcimer. The Ames Children’s Choirs consist of four ensembles featuring treble and mixed voices. Singers range in age from ages 7
to 18 and are from various communities, including Ames, Boone, Colo, Huxley, Madrid, Nevada, Slater
and Story City. Tickets are on sale at Rieman Music in Ames or at the door. Cost is $5 for students and se-
niors and $8 for adults. For more, contact info@ameschildrenschoirs.org or (515) 290-1422.
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PEOPLE Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames • (515) 233-2906 Calendar of Events Wednesday, Nov. 14 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring workshop 1 p.m., Rummikub 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Oct. 15 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., Dupli-
cate bridge Friday, Nov. 16 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards 7 p.m., Country Jam Sunday, Nov. 18 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Nov. 19 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior
band practice Tuesday, Nov. 20 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 7 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, Nov. 21 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Movie — “The Greatest Showman” Thursday, Nov. 22
Heartland Senior Services closed for Thanksgiving holiday Friday, Nov. 23 Heartland Senior Services closed for Thanksgiving holiday Sunday, Nov. 25 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Nov. 26 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior band practice
Tuesday, Nov. 27 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta 1 p.m., Wreathmaking 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, Nov. 28 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring
workshop 1 p.m., Rummikub Thursday, Nov. 29 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. 30 9 a.m. Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards
Lunch Menus Wednesday, Nov. 14: Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, green bean casserole, Jell-O salad, dessert. Thursday, Nov. 15: Seasoned tilapia (alternate: herb chicken, wild rice, Cape Cod vegetable, garden lettuce salad, apple-
sauce. Friday, Nov. 16: Goulash, green beans, carrot sticks, mandarin oranges. Monday, Nov. 19: Cafe meatloaf, baked potato, peas, yogurt cup, pear fruit cup. Tuesday: Nov. 20: Pot roast beef, mashed potatoes, sliced carrots, apple-
sauce, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, Nov. 21: Key West roast cod (alternate: grilled chicken), long grain rice, broccoli cuts, fresh orange, chocolate chip cookies. Thursday, Nov. 22: Heartland Senior Services closed for the Thanksgiving holiday Friday, Nov. 23: Heartland Senior Services closed for the
Thanksgiving holiday Monday, Nov. 26: Beef pot roast, baked sweet potato, snap peas, peaches, pound cake. Tuesday, Nov. 27: Baked tilapia (alternate: seasoned chicken breast, baked potato, corn, mandarin oranges, chocolate pudding Wednesday, Nov. 28: Pork chops with
chutney, whipped potatoes, brussels sprouts, garden lettuce salad, pineapple tidbits. Thursday, Nov. 29: Macaroni and cheese, sliced carrots, green beans, tropical fruit cup. Friday, Nov. 30: Sloppy Joe on bun, cut sweet potato, Bermuda vegetable medley, mandarin oranges,
peanut butter cookie. FRIENDLY LUNCH BUNCH: Enjoy a meal, shared in the company of others, served Monday through Friday at 205 S. Walnut Ave., in Ames. Please call (515) 233-2906 by 8:30 a.m. to make your reservation.
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Dick Engen, Ames Town and Country Kiwanis member, middle right, joins Cyclone Country AKTION Club members, from left, Rob Sage, Sam McCall and Joshua Dobbs as they invite shoppers at Lincoln Center Hy-Vee to donate to the community food drive held on Oct. 20. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Stephanie Clark, of Ames Town and Country Kiwanis Club, and Missy Wierson, pPresident of the Cyclone Country AKTION Club, help load the Food at First van after a successful food drive at Hy-Vee Lincoln Center on Oct. 20. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
AKTION Club holds its 21st Community Food Drive The Cyclone Country AKTION Club held its 21st Community Food Drive at the Lincoln Center Hy-Vee on Saturday, Oct. 20. The club members raised $250 in cash, and eight overflowing
grocery carts of food and supplies for the Food at First meal program and food pantry in Ames. Food at First provides a free meal every day at First Christian Church
(611 Clark Ave.) and also operates a free market three times a week. Cyclone Country AKTION Club, whose mission is service, leadership and fellowship, is a branch
of Kiwanis International. The club has raised approximately 10,000 pounds of food and collected $6,000 for the hungry of this community since.2007.
Ames Noon Kiwanis and Ames Town and Country Kiwanis serve as its advisory clubs. The Kiwanis Clubs thank Lincoln HyVee and its generous shoppers for its
participation in this successful event. For further information about the Cyclone Country AKTION Club, please contact Ed Gillott at edg813@gmail.com.
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Roland-Story FFA members at Bankers Life Coliseum where the business sessions were held. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story agriculture students attend FFA national convention Roland-Story agriculture students and FFA members Nathan Faga, Reagan Schmitz, Caden Sporleder, Jackson Sterle, Madelyn Arthur, Gabe Slifka and Bayley Lyman, recently attended the 91st National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis with FFA Advisor Brad Taylor. The FFA National Convention is the largest and oldest stu-
dent run organization convention of its kind in the U.S. More than 72,000 FFA members from around the U.S. attended and participated. According to Taylor, “the conference is a real eye opener for students. It exposes them to a variety of potential agricultural careers running from production to biotechnologies.”
While at the convention trip, students went on educational tours to Keystone Wire Manufacturing in Peoria, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, NCAA Hall of Champions and Fair Oaks Dairy and Swine in Fair Oaks, Ind. In addition they attended the career fair, business sessions, leadership workshops, shopping mall and a talent show.
Roland-Story FFA members attended the 91st National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis. From left, Reagan Schmitz, Nathan Faga, Caden Sporleder, Madelyn Arthur, Bayley Lyman, Jackson Sterle and Gabe Slifka. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story FFA members toured the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and got the chance to stand on the finish line. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Roland-Story FFA members toured Keystone Wire and saw Red Brand Fencing being made. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story FFA members visited Fair Oaks Dairy and Swine. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Nevada High School agriculture education students and FFA members enjoy sampling some of the watermelons started in the greenhouse grown at Swanson Farms and harvested by students. From left, Blaine Cummings, Kacie Rewerts, Avery Mather, Kaitlyn Wegner and Anna Brown. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada ag ed and FFA provide more than 400 watermelons to school lunches, students #EatHealthy #schoollunch #collaborate #afterschool #watermelon are just a few of the social media hashtags Nevada High School Ag Ed & FFA has used to inform and promote this year’s watermelon program. Watermelon seedlings were started in the greenhouse in April with Andy and Mirasol Swanson. All of the watermelon seeds were
donated by Holub Greenhouse in Ames. Then the seedlings were planted at the Swanson farm in May. In late August, some of the watermelons were ready to be harvested. Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor, and students harvested the watermelons several times and brought them to the school for the lunch program. Many students took
watermelons home to enjoy with their family. Varieties included San Gria, seedless yellow, and seedless red personal sized melons. “This is a great collaboration we have with Swanson Farms, it has saved the school thousands of dollars in produce cost,” said Cooper. “Learning to collaborate and engage the community is probably the most valuable lessons.”
Watermelons harvested by Nevada ag ed & FFA fill the school lunch cooler storage racks. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
A 16-foot trailer containing more than 80 watermelons is headed for the Nevada School lunch program at no cost to the school district. Nevada High School agriculture education and FFA collaborates with Swanson Farms in watermelon production. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Watermelon seedlings started in the Nevada High School greenhouse. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Ames High’s Kumar provides Noon Kiwanis prepares, dinner music for residents of serves Food at First meal Northridge Village
Ames Noon Kiwanis recently prepared and served a meal for 82 guests at Food At First at First Christian Church. The preparation crew included, from left, Kris Meinhard, Steve Miller, Don Wishart, Doug Meinhard, Iowa State University student Tristian Thao and Bernie White. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Noon Kiwanis Club prepares apples for annual fundraiser
Ames High School junior Ritu Kumar provided dinner music for the residents of Northridge Village on Thursday, Oct. 25. Ritu played old favorites for seniors on his violin and a variety of styles on his keyboard to a very appreciative audience. He was accompanied on piano by Marilee Crawley-Mertins. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Members of Ames Noon Kiwanis recently gathered at the Iowa State University Horticulture farm to bag apples to be sold and distributed to Ames area customers. From left, Kiwanians Gary Wade, Ralph Yoder, Fred Johnson, Paul DoMoto, Lynell Dougherty, Larry Zwagerman, Jack Cleasby and Steve Miller. Apple sales will help support community projects and programs such as Ames Miracle Playground and Field, YSS, Food at First, Boys and Girls Club, MICA, Teen Maze, Raising Readers and Emergency Residence Project. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Wishing Tree Project Helps Families for the Holidays at the Ballard Community Clothes Pantry in Huxley The Clothes Pantry “Wishing Tree Project” will begin the 2018 Holiday Season of Giving on Wednesday, Nov. 21, and continue through Saturday, Dec. 1. Residents living in the Ballard School District are eligible to request assistance with gifts for their
children. Only Ballard children from birth to grade 12 are eligible for the program. Participants will be required to bring proof of residence in the Ballard Community if new, letter with name and address etc. participants should come in during open hours and fi ll out a “Wish
List” and put it on the tree. Pantry hours are 1 to 3 p.m. on Sundays, 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Community members wanting to fulfi ll these wishes should also come in during these days and
take a “list” home to purchase some of the items requested. Gifts purchased need to be returned to the pantry by Wednesday, Dec. 5. It is up to the individual whether to wrap the gifts. It is recommended to put gifts in a large bag along with wrap-
ping paper and tape as well as the list/sock they selected. Parents then could wrap the gifts themselves. Gifts may be picked up by families at the pantry on Sunday, Dec. 9 during open hours. For questions about the project or to
make a donation, call Jeriann McLaughlin at (515) 597-2971, Ext. 2190 at Ballard High School, at (515) 291-3543 or email jmclaughlin@ballard. k12.ia.us. The pantry is located behind Ballard Creek Retirement Center on north Highway 69 in Huxley.
St. Cecilia Christmas Market Nov. 17-18
Altrusa 2018 Holiday Home Tour Dec. 1-2
St. Cecilia Parish will have its annual Christmas Market from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 17, and from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18. Various groups will have items for sale, with proceeds going to
Altrusa’s Holiday Home Tour will be from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 1 and 2. Advance tickets for $15 may be purchased at Mary Kay’s Flowers &
charitable causes. The Social Justice Committee will again offer recycled Christmas decorations, available for a free-will offering, with all proceeds going to Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance. If you wish to
donate, your decorations may be brought to the South Social Hall, beginning Nov. 12. The Days for Girls Café will be serving pie by the slice, breakfast items and drinks. All are welcome to attend.
Garden Cafe, Everts Flowers Home and Gifts and Coe’s Floral and Gifts, or $20 at the door of any of the homes on the tour that weekend. Tickets may be used both days if
guests are unable to see all the homes the first day. Visit Altrusa International of Ames Inc. on Facebook for more information and a tour map.
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NOVEMBER 17
SANTA CELEBRATION Come to the North Grand Mall for a Santa-bration. Santa will be at the mall for photos alongside Spiderman and Disney Princess Jasmine. All three special guests will be available for photos and a meet and greet from 1 to 3 p.m.
NOVEMBER 17
ANYTIME FITNESS OPEN HOUSE Anytime Fitness in West Ames will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.There will be a raffle and discounted prices for new membership sign-ups. Demonstrations for fitness and nutrition will be available during the open house as well.
NOVEMBER 18
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., Ames, will offer Bingo at 6 p.m. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12 and $18. Proceeds go to support American Legion-sponsored community programs in the Ames area.
NOVEMBER 18 FREE YOGA + MEDITATION
A free yoga and meditation session will be at 6 p.m. in Room 213
of the Forker Building. The event is free and mats are available in the room. This event is free, but freewill donations are accepted and help with future events.
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SCCF Grant Supports Healthiest Ames Initiative
NOVEMBER 19
BREASTFEEDING/PUMPING CLASS Ames Public Library is hosting a best start breastfeeding and pumping class from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The free class is taught by the Ames WIC breastfeeding counselors that cover the basics. Breastfeeding class begins at 6 p.m. and pumping begins at 7:35 p.m. To RSVP, email the library at amesbreastfeedinghelp@yahoo.com.
NOVEMBER 20
ECONOMIC OUTLOOK BREAKFAST The Ames Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Commission’s 2018 Economic Outlook Breakfast will be from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at the Gateway Hotel in Ames. Keynote speaker will be Peter Orazem.
NOVEMBER 21
THANKSGIVING KICKOFF Come to North Cyde at 8 p.m. to kick off the thanksgiving weekend. Stacy and Kate Acoustic fun. Come out for some drinks and sing along to your favorite songs. A 2017 Story County Community Foundation (SCCF) grant to Healthiest Ames funded a home-based eight-week exercise program for older adults in the Ames community. “The award supports our initiative to promote healthy, safe physical activities for older individuals,” said Peter Martin, Healthiest Ames board member. Funds were used to purchase Fitbits, weights, and stress balls. Iowa State University students also participated in the program by serving as exercise coaches. Pat Tallman, program participant, and Naomi Meinertz, ISU student exercise coach, work on a daily exercise routine. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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‘Paint Your Prayer’ A group of 18 retreat participants spent Saturday, Oct. 27, together at St. Cecilia Parish in Ames. The “Paint Your Prayer Retreat,” sponsored by the Social Justice Committee, was led by Jo Myers-Walker, a well-recognized area artist. Jo is an associate of the Dubuque Franciscan Sisters who are very active and involved in bringing awareness of the ever-growing scourge
of human trafficking taken place in the world and even in our own neighborhoods to the forefront. Jo is using her artistic talents in creation of notecards, bags and scarves featuring the theme of St. Francis’ “Canticle of Creation” as well as a theme of “Abundant Homes” for the healing of human trafficking survivors. The group spent time reflecting on the peace and love found in the lives of St. Fran-
cis and St. Claire and how these attributes can transpire into the healing needed for victims of human traffi cking. The video “Any Kid Any Where” was viewed and discussed highlighting the ease predators have at luring in their young victims and keep control of them. The main part of the afternoon consisted of constructing and painting the pouches used to hold Jo’s beautifully designed notecards. Retreat participants used watercolors to create these unique
pouches portraying the Portiuncula chapel restored by St. Francis to hold the Canticle of Creation cards and house-shaped ones to hold the human traffi cking survivor cards. Time working together and painting these pouches gave the group time to reflect and contemplate on the seriousness of he human trafficking problem as well as what we can do to help survivors heal. Jo is currently selling the abovementioned notecards, bags and scarves
Tyler wins Toastmasters speech contest Kris Tyler, right, won a recent speech contest of members of TGIF Toastmasters. ALso pictured is contest chair Katie Schlake. TGIF Toastmasters meets from 12:15 to 1 p.m. on Fridays at Landus Cooperative, 2321 North Loop Drive in Ames. Guests are always welcome. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
with proceeds going toward the Franciscanowned Lila Mae House in Sioux City. Once repairs and renovation are complete, the Lila Mae House will house human trafficking victims to help them heal and recover. Anyone wishing to know more about the work done by Jo Myers-Walker or anyone wishing to purchase items in support of human trafficking awareness and/or helping human trafficking victims, should visit her website at https://theleftbankstudio.com.
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