Celebrations 03-13-11

Mason City, Iowa âœŚ Sunday, March 13, 2011

Congratulations Amanda Olson

Engaged Allison Aves and

We are proud of you Amanda.

Carter Bair

Graduated Dec. 16, 2010 from North Iowa Area Community College, with an associate in science degree in business/banking, insurance and financial management.

will be married at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2011, at Melia Caribe Tropical Beach and Golf Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

New Arrival

Married Danielle Herman and Kenny Grimm were united in marriage on Aug. 21, 2010 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City.

Sean and Kelly Arthur, of Nora Springs, are parents of a son, Brody Alan, born at 3:11 a.m. Jan. 24, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa.

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CAITLIN VARCOE is the daughter of Kate and Steve Varcoe of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Caitlin is a 2004 graduate of Linn-Mar High School and a 2008 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a major in Communications: Electronic Media. She is a Creative Services Producer at KAAL-TV in Rochester, Minn.

JOHN WIEDENHEFT is the son of Maryanne and Duane Wiedenheft of Mason City, Iowa. John is a 2003 graduate of Mason City High School and a 2007 graduJurgemeyer, Mefferd Kimberly Jurgemeyer and Michael Mefferd would like ate from the University of Northern Iowa with a major in Communications: Electronic Media. He is a Director to announce their engagement and approaching marriage. Parents of the couple are Duane and Linda Jurge- at KSMQ Public Television in Austin, Minn.

The couple will be married at 2 p.m. Saturday, June meyer of Klemme and Patricia Mefferd of Pocahontas.

25, 2011, in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Kim is a graduate of Belmond-Klemme High School and received her undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Northern Iowa. She is employed as a Speech Pathologist at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa.

Mike is a graduate of Pomeroy-Palmer High School and received his undergraduate degree from Briar Cliff University and his doctorate degree from the University of South Dakota. He is employed as a physical therapist at Hancock County Memorial Hospital.

The couple is planning a wedding on May 21 at First United Methodist Church in Mason City.

Anniversaries: At 25 years or more, we will publish the standard announcement free of charge. Anniversaries of less than 25 years can be published as a Day to Remember starting at $26.50. Custom wording & photos are an additional charge. (See chart below.)

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MARRIED

BIRTHDAYS Jean Morris 90th Birthday

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AWARDS first- place, Jared Bock; second- place, Peyton MASON CITY — The Olson and third-place, VFW Post #733 and Aux- Stephanie Lau, all are iliary held a Youth fifth-graders at Newman Awards Ceremony, Feb. Catholic School.

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Why I Am Grateful to Winners are as follows: Veterans — first-place Voice of Democracy Matt Smith, fourthContest (Does my Gener - grader at Jefferson ation Have a Role in School; Gracie Smith, America’s Future?) — second-place, fourthfirst-place, Shannon grader at Newman Gibbons; second-place, Catholic School, and Joseph Rottinghaus, and third-place, Josh Fitzgerthird-place, Juan Gudino, ald, fourth grader at all students at Mason Newman Catholic City High School.

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Patriot’s Pen (Does Why I Love America — Patriotism Still Matter?) first-place, Maya Jaluker; — first-place, Ben Ball, second-place, Gage Blunt seventh grader at Newand third-place, Alea man Catholic School.

Awe, all third-graders at My Vision for Our Jefferson School.

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THANK YOU Thank You I would like to thank so many people for all the prayers, cards and flowers during my hospital stay, and meals after I came home from my surgery.

Thank you all so much.

— Dixie Harris

Beverly Helgren, 80 THOMPSON — A card shower is planned for Beverly Helgren, of Thompson, who celebrated her 80th birthday, March 11.

Cards may be sent to Beverly at the following address: 357 Cemetery Road, Thompson, IA 50478.

We’re celebrating great-grandma’s 90th birthday March 15th.

Cards can be sent to her at: Jean Morris 1200 10th Ave. N. Orchard Park, Lot 26, Clear Lake, IA 50428.

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CLEAR LAKE — Laurice “Pete” Woiwod and Wilma “Billie” (Fox) Woiwod of Clear Lake, Iowa, were married March 21, 1951, at St. John Lutheran Church in Garner, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary with a card shower. Cards can be sent to them at 515 10th Ave. N., Clear Lake, IA 50428.

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Danielle Herman and Kenny Grimm were united in marriage on Aug. 21, 2010, by Father Michael Schueller at Holy Family Catholic Church in Mason City.

Danielle is the daughter of Maggie and Mark Northrup of St. Ansgar and Roger Herman of Mason City. She is the granddaughter of Pat Spangler and the late Paul Spangler of Britt and Clem and Shirley Herman of Mason City.

Kenny is the son of Joni and Allan Peterson and Alan and Melanie Grimm, all of Algona. He is the grandson of the late Geraldine and Louie Schumacher and Arlo and Marilyn Grim, all of Algona.

Matron of honor was Julie Lewerke, friend of the bride.

Bridesmaids were Allison Jeffries, Holly Flugge, Alisha Grimm, and Erin Grimm. Junior bridesmaid was Eva Coulon. Flower girls were Hailey and Mackenzie Clemens and Gwendolyn Grimm.

Best men were David Grimm and Dan Grimm, brothers of the groom. Groomsman were Nick Herman, Mike Marso, and Andrew Olson. Ring bearers were Talon Grimm and Mason Grimm.

The groom escorted his bride from the church in his John Deere 8300 tractor.

The reception and dance were held at the Wesley Community Center, hosted by Paul and Lisa Smidt and Randy and Patty Grimm.

Danielle graduated from Mason City High School in 2003 and is employed with Murphy-Brown LLC in Algona.

Kenny graduated from Algona High School in 1998 and is engaged in farming and employed with Murphy-Brown LLC in Algona.

Following a honeymoon to Lake Tahoe, the couple is at home in Algona.

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THANK YOU businesses and foundations who underwrite the Thank you to everyone Performing Arts Series. for my 90th Birthday held Let’s all continue to supat the Senior Citizens port all Performing Art Center Dance Day. I’ve events throughout North never had so many beauti- Iowa so we ensure continful birthday cards. My ued success. families had sent a very big Sincerely, beautiful cake and fancy — Barbara Scherdercookies from HyVee groGoetz cery store.

My families and so many friends here were so won- Thank You derful! Thank you! Thank Perhaps you sent a card you!

— made a phone call — — Thelma Klemensen wrote an email — or wrote from a friend at facebook. I received so many kind Thank You notes that made my 80th Having had children birthday so special. Thank who have been and curyou very much. rently are involved in — Frances “DeDe” Stebens Children’s Theatre Engleman productions, I actually felt

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These Stebens Tier students were chosen to perform with this National Tour while in Mason City and did an amazing job! I have heard from several people who would have thought they were professionals that did this production every night.

Mason City is so fortunate to have a children’s theatre of this caliber with a director whose passion for the performing arts shines in the outstanding performances that these kids put on. Not only does it provide them a place to learn and perform, it prepares them to be outstanding young adults.

Thanks to Elizabeth Gales for bringing these wonderful events to Mason City and for allowing the Stebens Children’s Theatre students to be a part of something they will never forget. Thanks to all the

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den Lewerke, Fady Makar, John Adams Erika Manuel, Molly honor roll McCann, Emily Meierotto, Chloe Melendez, MASON CITY — The Cooper Merrill, Makenzie John Adams Middle Meyer, Sydney Miller, School honor roll recogColton Mitchell, Nikolas nizes the academic Muniz, Haley Muyskens, achievement of students Madeline Nobis, Megan who earn a 3.0 grade point average each quar- Notermann, Dallas ter. Grade point average is Osegera, Samantha Papouchis, Nicole determined by grades Patrick, Brandon Pearce, earned in all academic Olivia Pederson, Kenzie classes and in the quarterly exploratory classes. Penca, Cayla Pettit, Halle Phillips, Brock Piper, Students recognized Marco Recinos, Amanda for the second quarter of Reding, Caitlin Rico, the 2010-11 school year, Ramona Robinette, are as follows: McClaren Rodriguez, Jor7th Grade dan Rowe, Kacy Sampson, Alexis Acker, Kayla Alex Sanchez, Samantha Alexander, Sara Alscher, Schmidtke, Alexis Kaylee Anderson, Bailey Baker, Koby Barragy, Joel Schultz, Jackson Schumaker, Samantha SchuBeier, Parris Bennett, panitz, Ellie Seaton, AusAlaina Berg, Jaedon Betton Shrader, Samantha tle, Sarah Betz, Riley Bonzer, Logan Borchardt, Simmers, Quinn Slaven, Brett Smith, Lauren Dayton Boston, Sydney Smith, Mackenzy Smith, Bunkofske, Jared Bunn, Kelsey Stine, Avery Ben Butler, Blake ButStricker, Derek Tate, Noa tweiler, Samantha BuxThompson, Laurel Tiedeton, Sanita Cajic, Alyssa man, Tyler Toebe, Trevor Callow, Kimberly CarTrousdale, Jordan Trout, penter, Adison Cobb, Brianna VanDusseldorp, Wyatt Cooper, Anna Katie Voortmann, Devin Corsello, Bria Crooks, Weigel, Blake Weitzel, Ethan Curry, Savannah Alyssa Wendel, Kiley Dahlstrom, Rachel Danielson, Khalil Daoud, Wharton, Abigail Wiese, Jareese Williams, Cynthia Danielle DeRoy, Brett Wolters, Marci Wolters, Despenas, Morgan DvoMaRyah Woolery, Miranrak, Sydney Engesser, da Wulff.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Congratulations Amanda Olson

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Kerri Petersen Gustin has obtained her bachelor of science in nursing degree from Allen College of Nursing in Waterloo.

She is employed at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa.

Congratulations, Kerri, on achieving your next goal.

We’re proud of you!

— Eric, Luke, Jakob and Adam, Mom and Dad

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Ashford Dean’s List CLINTON — The fall 2010 Dean’s List for Ashford University’s Center for External Studies, the On-Campus Accelerated We are proud of you Amanda.

Programs and the OnGraduated Dec. 16, 2010 from Campus Traditional ProNorth Iowa Area Community College, with an associate in science degree in business/banking, grams was announced.

Undergraduate students insurance and financial management. in the Center for External Amanda is the daughter of Amy and Randy Severson, Studies and in the Ongranddaughter of Mary Ellen Langerud Campus Accelerated Proand Marilyn Severson and great-granddaughter of grams are recognized if Gilman and Mayvis Johnson. they completed 12 or more Good luck with your new job in banking. credits, and have a cumulative grade point average Iowa and Lincoln Interme- of 3.50 or above.

Johnson named diate School. Her primary Students in the On‘Student of Month’ focus has been her acade- Campus Traditional Promic studies and graduaMASON CITY — Jade grams are recognized if tion. Johnson is employed they completed six or more Johnson, of Mason City, was selected as the Mason part-time at Shopko. credits and received a Her future plans are City Sunrise grade point average of 3.50 Rotary Club undecided, but she is or above during the “Student of interested in a career in law semester ending Dec. 10, the Month” enforcement as a police 2010. officer or conservation for FebruNorth Iowa students officer. Her ultimate life ary. She is recognized include: the daugh- goal is to be a positive AREDALE — Nancy influence to others. ter of Stevens.

Johanna CHARLES CITY — Johnson Johnson and Robson Shankland.

RCTC graduate Jonathan Johnson, and IOWA FALLS — Rafael ROCHESTER, Minn. — Ordaz. currently attends Mason Trisha Millard, of NorthCity Alternative High MASON CITY — wood, Iowa, was among School.

Maigan Gray, Brodey Hanthe fall semester graduates son.

Her past activities at Rochester Community include band and trapNASHUA — Stacey and Technical College. shooting. Last year she Hoth.

Millard received a placed second at state in STACYVILLE — Lisa girls trapshooting. She is a degree enabling her to Jahn. work as a certified health dedicated volunteer at the VENTURA — Rita Walunit coordinator.

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Congratulations Eleanor McCoid

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Brenna Sadie-Lynne Nieman MASON CITY — Julie Monson and Greg Nieman, of Clear Lake, are parents of a daughter, Brenna Sadie-Lynne Nieman, born at 11:57 a.m. Dec. 20, 2010 at Methodist Hospital, Rochester, Minn.

She weighed 3 lbs. 12 oz., and was 16¼ inches long.

Grandparents are Ron and Mary Ellen Monson, of Clear Lake, the late Grace Monson, Nancy Nieman, of Clear Lake, and Marvin and Linda Nieman, of Crystal Lake.

Great-grandparents are Luella and Jim Bonner, of Clear Lake, the late Francis Ames, Richard Nieman, of Kanawha, and the late Sadie Nieman.

Ryann Gale Miles Brynley Cade Miles Hadley Marie Miles PLANO, Texas — Erin and Travis Miles, of Plano, Texas, are parents of triplet daughters: Ryann Gale, Brynley Cade and Hadley Marie, born Jan. 1, 2011, in Dallas, Texas.

Grandparents are Kim and Sue Pleggenkuhle, Clear Lake, Iowa, and Gary and Phyllis Miles, of Rolla, Mo.

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Thank you to my family, friends, Coach McDonough and Coach Pruin, and to the community, and to everybody else who helped me maintain my State Championship.

I would also like to thank the Booster Club for my homecoming. What a great season!

— Andrew Nodtvedt

Thank You Brody Alan Arthur NORA SPRINGS — Sean and Kelly Arthur, of Nora Springs, are parents of a son, Brody Alan, born at 3:11 a.m. Jan. 24, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center — North Iowa, Mason City.

He weighed 8 lbs. 9 oz., and was 21 inches long.

Grandparents are David and Lucinda Zieman of Meservey, and Richard and Joan Arthur, of Nora Springs.

Our heart felt thanks to all our family and friends for all the beautiful cards and calls. You made our 50th wedding anniversary feel very special.

With all our love, — Ron & Judy Dirks

Stacy Bowers of West Des Moines, formerly of Creston, and Ryan Henryson of West Des Moines, formerly of Sioux Center, announce their engagement and upcoming wedding.

Parents of the couple are Randy and Paula White of Creston; Dave and Sue Bowers of Mason City, Bruce and Jan Henryson of Sioux Center.

The future bride graduated from Creston High School in 2001 and attended the University of Northern Iowa, graduating in 2005 with a double major in psychology and economics. The future groom graduated from Sioux Center High School in 2003 and attended Northwestern College, graduating in 2007 with a degree in management.

Both currently attend the University of Iowa parttime, where they originally met, pursuing a Masters of Business degree.

The bride is an agency field specialist with State Farm Insurance, and the groom is a home mortgage consultant at Wells Fargo, both in the Des Moines area.

The April 30 ceremony will take place at the Historic Hotel Pattee in Perry, Iowa.

Eleanor has been in her present beauty shop for 50 years (March 13, 1961) !!!

Best wishes to this special lady who will be 89 years old in May!

Remember this sweet, young nurse?

Sue Gerdes is now retiring and hanging up her scrubs after 33 years of working in Mercy OR. Congratulations may be sent to her at: 1157 Eastmoor Drive, Mason City, IA 50401.

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ENGAGED Schneider, Secory SARAH SCHNEIDER, of Brooklyn Park, Minn., parents are Gary (step-father) and Anne Schmit; daughter of Anne Schmit and the late Greg Schneider, of Mason City, Iowa. Sarah graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in business marketing. Sarah is employed by Qualified Plan Consultants in Des Moines.

TIM SECORY, of Brooklyn Park, Minn., is the son of Julie and Joel Secory of Clear Lake, Iowa. Tim graduated from the University of Iowa in political science.

Tim is employed by Luxco in Minneapolis, Minn.

The couple will be married at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 3, 2011, at Holy Family Church in Mason City, Iowa.

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STEPHANIE McLAUGHLIN, of Rockwell, Iowa, is the daughter of Ken and Kim McLaughlin of Rockwell.

Stephanie graduated from Rockwell-Swaledale in 2004, and from the NIACC physical therapist assistant program in 2008. She is employed by Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa in Mason City, Iowa.

TYLER SEVERIN, of Rockwell, Iowa, is the son of Dave and DiAnne Severin of Rockwell. Tyler graduated from Rockwell-Swaledale in 2003, and from Iowa Lakes Area Community College in 2004. He is employed by Armour-Eckrich Meats LLC in Mason City, Iowa.

The couple will be married at 5 p.m. Saturday, July 16, 2011, at the bride’s parents’ farm in Rockwell.

ALLISON AVES, of Clear Lake, Iowa, is the daughter of Sandy and Marty Aves, of Manly, Iowa. Allison graduated from North Central High School in 2000 and from Buena Vista University in 2004 with a BA degree in Business Management. Allison is employed by Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood, Iowa.

CARTER BAIR, of Clear Lake, Iowa, is the son of Howard (Ted) Bair and Dr. Nancy Peters of Mason City, Iowa. Carter graduated from Mason City High School in 1999 and from the University of Iowa in 2005 with a BA degree in Communications. Carter is employed by Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood, Iowa.

The couple will be married at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 8, 2011, at Melia Caribe Tropical Beach and Golf Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

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THANK YOU Thousands of people from all over the Midwest came to Clear Lake, Iowa, on Saturday, Feb. 19th, to enjoy the 10th annual “Color the Wind” Kite Festival. This free, family friendly event was made possible only through the contributions of the following Clear Lake businesses and civic groups: The Other Place, Larson’s Mercantile, Starboard Market, Pizza Hut,

Theiss Shirts, VFW, Clear Lake Bank & Trust Co., Clear Lake Telephone, Manufacturers Bank & Trust Co., Noon Lions Club, Clear Lake Evening Lions, Clear Lake Rotary, Anchor Realty, The City of Clear Lake, and the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce.

In addition, there were many individuals who donated to the Color the Wind non-profit organization to bring the kite festival to Clear Lake.

We also want to thank all the news-

Emailed to you papers, radio and TV stations who provided free publicity and coverage for the event.

If you were one of the thousands who came and enjoyed Color the Wind, please show your appreciation to the organizations and businesses who made it possible.

— Larry & Kay Day Color the Wind Kite Festival Organizers

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FOREST CITY — Forest City High School speech students received 32 Division I ratings and 10 Division II ratings in district speech competition Feb. 26, at Forest City High School.

Division I winners went on to state speech competition March 12, at Starmont High School.

Students receiving Division I ratings at district competition were: Freshman/J.V. Acting — Quincey Vaagensmith; Prose — Anton Kudej; Poetry — Austin Adams.

Varsity Acting — Felicity Olson, Jon Happel, Megan Kirschbaum; After Dinner Speaking — Nate Byro, Simon Sager, Sammantha Chapin; Expository Address — Anthony Blomme, Megan Kirschbaum, Caleb Kruse; Spontaneous Speaking — Riley Scharper, Tyler Finer; Improvisation — Jon Happel; Literary Program — Simon Sager, Tricia Trimble, Robert Searcy; Poetry — Caleb Kruse, Jenny Lunning; Prose — Russell Scharper, Cody Lauritsen, Zach Lillquist; Radio News — Tyler Tweeten, Evan Eischen; Storytelling — Nathan Koch, Nate Byro, Skye Newcom; Solo Musical Theatre — April McCormick, Riley Scharper, Russell Scharper; Original Oratory — Felicity Olson.

Students receiving Division II ratings at district competition were: Varsity Improvisation — Alex Pettit, Evan Eischen; Poetry — Sam Keely; Public Address — Quentin Peterson, Anthony Blomme; Radio News — Austin

Birtwistle named ‘Youth of Month’ MASON CITY — The Exchange Club of Mason City named Anne Epley Birtwistle, “Youth of the Month” for February.

She is the daughter of John Birtwistle and Dea Ellen Epley Birtwistle, Birtwistle and is a senior at Mason City High School.

Eply Birtwistle carries a 4.0 grade point average and is a member of National Honor Society, a participant in the Silver Cord program, and a YIELD graduate. Her achievements include being named to the Principal’s List and Honor Roll throughout her high school career. She is also a member of the Concert Choir and has been involved with the Varsity Show and Mohawk Chorale. She participates in fall cheerleading, spring tennis and and is vice president of Best Buddies.

Epley Birtwistle is an active member of First United Methodist Church where she assists as a Sunday School teacher, and has been on mission trips to Washington, D.C. and Jamaica. She also volunteers at the Humane Society of North Iowa and the Cerro Gordo County Free

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She plans to attend St. Olaf College or Wartburg College next year. She will pursue a major in biochemistry, in the hopes of attending medical school and becoming a dermatologist.

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St. Olaf Dean’s List NORTHFIELD, Minn. — Kinsey Cornick and Daniel Lee, both of Mason City, Iowa, were named to the Dean’s List for the fall 2010 semester at St. Olaf College.

The Dean’s List recognizes students with a semester grade point average of 3.75 or higher on a 4-point scale.

NW Missouri honors MARYVILLE, Mo. — Mandy D. Hiscocks, of Britt, Iowa, was named to the Academic Honor Roll at the end of the 2010 fall trimester at Northwest Missouri State University.

To be named to the Academic Honor Roll, a student must carry a minimum of 12 credit hours and attain a grade point average of 3.50 or above on a 4.00 scale.

Open House Baby Shower An Open House Baby Shower for Mason and Simon Northway, twin sons of Leman and Eve Northway of Kensett, will be from 2 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, March 20, at the Bethel United Methodist Church in Manly.

Thank You We would like to thank our family for their “Big Surprise.”

Tim and Diane for the 50-50 club supper with Jeff.

And all our friends and relatives for the many cards for our golden anniversary.

— Al and Phyllis

Thank you for all the thoughtful cards of condolences, lovely flowers, and generous donations in memory of our husband, father, and grandfather.

Your outpouring gestures of sympathy and comfort during our time of loss and grieving is sincerely appreciated.

We miss him.

— The Family of Lowell Newhall

Thank you Thank you to everyone for all the prayers, cards, calls, and visits following my surgery in Rochester.

Thank you, too, to Pastor Randy Nielsen for your calls and visits. Having the support of our wonderful family and friends has

made this journey so much easier!

— Joye A. Petersen

Thank You I would like to thank everyone for the cards, greetings and food for my 95th birthday. Thank you all.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Drake graduates DES MOINES — The following North Iowa students graduated from Drake University at the conclusion of the 2010 fall semester.

BRITT — Robin Kudej, master of science in education, in education leadership K-12.

CLEAR LAKE — Randall Schnoebelen, master of public administration.

KANAWHA — Bret Lang, bachelor of arts in environmental policy.

MANLY — Brooke Brunsvold, master of science in education, in education leadership K12.

MASON CITY — Curtis Klaahsen, master of science in education, in education leadership K12; Richard Patras, master of science in education, in education leadership K-12; Michael Voet, master of science in education, in education leadership K-12.

ROCKWELL — Christopher Rogne, master of science in education, in education leadership K-12.

ST. ANSGAR — Amanda Kimber, master of public administration.

DMACC Dean’s List DES MOINES — Mikayla Overturf, of Nora Springs, and Julya Becker, of Mason City, were named to the fall semester Dean’s List at Des Moines Area Community College.

To be eligible, a student must have earned a 3.5 to 3.99 grade point average.

Berklee Dean’s List BOSTON, Mass. — Christine Moad, of Allison, Iowa, was named to the Dean’s List for the 2010 fall semester at Berklee Col-

lege of Music.

To be eligible a full-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.4 or above; a part-time student must achieve a grade point average of 3.6 or above.

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NORTH MANKATO, Minn. — Chad William Doyle, of Lake Mills, Iowa, was named to the President’s List for the fall semester at South Central College.

Students named to the President’s List must have earned a minimum of 12 credits and achieved a grade point average of 3.50 or better.

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Ellsworth Dean’s List IOWA FALLS — Laura Medlang, of Kensett, was named to the fall 2010 Dean’s List at Ellsworth Community College.

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Millikin University Dean’s List DECATUR, Ill. — Hannah R. Huey, of Nora Springs, Iowa, was named to the 2010 fall semester Dean’s List at Millikin University.

Students who earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, and carry 12 graded credits during the semester, are named to the Dean’s List.

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2. The diorama (a miniature scene in a 3-D setting) can be no larger than 2 feet by 2 feet.

3. Your diorama can represent a movie, TV show, historic scene, sports - almost anything - but be sure to tell us what it is.

4. Bring your entry to the Globe Gazette, 300 North Washington Ave, Mason City, before noon on Wednesday, April 6. All dioramas become the property of the Globe.

5. You have to be at least 10 years old and live in the Globe Gazette coverage area in order to participate. Globe Gazette/Lee Enterprises employees, or their immediate relatives, cannot participate.

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AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS cheerleading, dance, and tennis.

Her awards and honors include Principal’s List, Outstanding Academic MASON CITY — Rex Achievement Award, and Davenport and Brittanie All Academic Award for Lucas, seniors at Mason cheerleading and tennis.

City High School, were Lucas was selected to be a named Mason City Noon member of the Iowa Rotary Club Students of Ambassadors of Music, the the Month for March.

Iowa All-State Honor Rex Davenport is the Band, and was named Stuson of Rustin and Mary dent of the Month for Davenport. instrumental music. She is He is a a letter winner in academember of mics, music, and cheerband, choir, leading.

Model UN Lucas’ community and Nationactivities include attendal Honor ing First United Methodist Society. He Church, where she has is chairman Davenport volunteered as a Sunday of the school teacher. She also speech and drama clubs, works for the Mason City and is very active at Recreation Department Stebens Children’s Theand plays in the Mason ater. He is also a member City Municipal Band. of the First Presbyterian She plans to attend Iowa Church where he has done State University next year mission work. and pursue a degree in Davenport’s awards and biology. honors include letters in band, choir, speech, drama and academics, commendation as a National Merit Scholar, multiple leadership and performance awards from Stebens, and multiple Division I ratings at state speech.

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Brittanie Lucas is the daughter of Tim and Betty Lucas.

Lucas plays clarinet in the Mason City High School Symphonic Band, the Mohawk Lucas Power Pep Band, and is a past member of the marching band.

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CATERING Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill 1519 4th Street SW, Mason City 641.423.4000 Catering for all occasions including weddings, birthdays, retirements, holiday gatherings, reunions and anniversaries. Also available for business meetings. Call for our catering menu.

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RECEPTIONS Mason City Country Club 641.424.3014 3331 19th St. SW, Mason City Membership not required! Sit down dinners.

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MacNider Art Museum 641.421.3666 303 Second Street SE, Mason City ethomsen@masoncity.net Unforgettable weddings, distinguished receptions.

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Duncan Community Ballroom 641.843.3353 4 miles west of Garner www.duncanballroom.com Seating for 500, 40x70 dance floor. Serve your own food/ caterers welcome. Meeting room available.

REHEARSAL DINNERS Decker House Bed & Breakfast / Sour Grapes Bistro 641.423.4700 or 888.363.4700 119 2nd street SE, Mason City www.masoncityia.com/deckerhouse/ Elegant surroundings in this Neoclassical 1890’s home. Perfect for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, luncheons and cozy receptions.

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TRAVEL Allen Travel Agency & Cruise Quest 641.357.5223 or 800.475.5223 300 1st Ave. N., Clear Lake We are your full time professional travel planners and cruise vacation specialist, in service since 1951.

PRINTING PSI - Printing Services, Inc. 641.424.3538 1915 4th St. SW, Mason City Printing for all of your special occasion needs: Weddings, Graduation, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Reunions, Baby & More!

TUXEDOS Moorman Clothiers 641.423.5222 / 2 South Federal, Mason City info@moormanclothiers.com www.moormanclothiers.com Your Tuxedo Professionals

PostNet 641.423.1980 451 Indian Head Dr., Mason City Between Wal-Mart & Kohl’s Featuring the finest in personalized wedding and social stationery Whether it’s an invitation for a wedding, an anniversary or graduation, depend on PostNet to deliver the perfect message.

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ANNIVERSARIES Harmon, 50 years SWALEDALE — Howard Harmon and Karon (Albers) Harmon of Swaledale, Iowa, were married March 26, 1961, at St. Paul’s American Lutheran Church in Thornton, Iowa.

The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with a family dinner on Saturday, March 26, in Mason City and a trip to the Black Hills in the summer.

Cards can be sent to the couple at P.O. Box 55, Swaledale, IA 50477.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Brian

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Harold August Schwab and Astred Linnea Pearson were married on March 14, 1941, at the Radio Chapel in Mason City, Iowa.

Immediate relatives and close friends joined them including attendants, May Winters and Lenord Schwab. They settled on the family farm near Corwith and farmed until they retired in Britt in 1978.

Harold and Astred’s union was blessed with five children: Marlys, Duane, Dennis, Joy and Darlene.

On March 13, 2011, Harold and Astred Schwab will be celebrating their 70th Wedding Anniversary. They welcome friends and family for cake

and coffee at the Hancock County Memorial Hospital cafeteria at 532 First Street in Britt, Iowa, between 2 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 13th.

Congratulations, Harold and Astred, on your platinum anniversary!

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Stream, 50 years WOODWARD — Wendell Ward Stream and Donna Rae (Lee) Stream of Woodward, Iowa, were married March 12, 1961, at First Methodist Church in Perry.

The couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 1 to 4 p.m.

Sunday, June 19, 2011, at Hotel Pattee in Perry, Iowa.

They request no gifts.

Cards can be sent to the couple at 809 Maple Ave., Woodward, Iowa 50276.

The couple’s children and their spouses are Doug and Deb Stream, Bozeman, Mont.; JoLisa and Shawn Miles, Urbandale, Iowa; and Tresa and Brad Dietrich, Kensett. They have five grandchildren.

Mon., March 14 Youth Center Staycation Tues., March 15 P.J./Pizza Party/Movies

Wed., March 16 “LOL” Lots of Leprechauns Wear green!

Thurs., March 17 Cedar River Complex - Indoor Waterpark

Fri., March 18 Game Day/ Disco Dance Party

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The love in my heart wasn’t put there to stay.

Love isn’t Love, ‘til you give it away.

3-17-01 Was the day I married my dearest friend.

These have been 10 of the happiest years of my life.

Thank you for all the memories.

Love “LB” G

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