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Turkey Winners Winners of the turkeys given away at Tull’s New & Used Store in Sheffield during the pre-Thanksgiving holiday are as follows: Robin Smalley, Mary Ellen Nelson, Roberta Atkinson, and Rachelle Foust.

Welcome reception for NIACC President Dec. 10 The North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Board of Directors and Foundation Board will host a welcome reception for the new NIACC President, Dr. Steven Schulz. The public is invited to attend the reception anytime between 5-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, in the Activity Center on the NIACC campus, 500 College Drive, Mason City. Welcome and introduction will be held at 6 p.m. Schulz, who has been serving as provost at Des Moines Area Community College, Carroll campus, begins his duties at NIACC on December 1. Schulz will also attend a variety of events throughout North Iowa in January and February to meet local residents, community and business leaders. “I look forward to the opportunity to meet people in the many communities NIACC serves in north central Iowa,� said Schulz, who grew up in Geneva. To learn more about Schulz and North Iowa Area Community College, visit our web site: www.niacc.edu.

Thornton Merchants Christmas lighting contest The Thornton Merchants are sponsoring an exterior Christmas light contest for the 2013 holiday season. This contest is open to any Thornton resident or business with an exterior lighting display. All exterior lighting displays are automatically entered. Cash prizes will awarded for first, second and third place. Holiday lights will be judged on Dec. 4 or 5, between 6-9 p.m. Winners will be announced on Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Town Christmas Party in the Thornton Fire Station at 1 p.m. Let’s make Thornton sparkle this holiday season!

Thornton Merchants plan holiday activities The Thornton Merchants have planned Holiday activities. On Friday, Dec. 6, during business hours, the following businesses will host their annual holiday open house: Chit Chat CafÊ First Gabrielson Insurance (9 am – 3 pm) First Security Bank & Trust (9 am – 5 pm) Jaspersen Insurance & Real Estate (9 am – 4 pm) K&H Classic Stop (6 am – 1 pm) Shear Traditions (9 am – 1 pm) Westy’s The West Fork High School music department will perform during the morning hours in Thornton businesses, starting at 10:45 a.m. at First Security Bank. Musicians will stroll through the local businesses and finish with a performance at the Chit Chat CafÊ around noon. On Saturday, Dec. 7, at 1:00 p.m. the Thornton Merchants Christmas Drawing will be held at the Thornton Fire Station. Everyone is welcome to this event, sponsored by local businesses, American Legion, Thornton Lions and Thornton Fire Department. This is an opportunity to thank the Thornton Community for their patronage and support. Exterior lighting contest winners will also be announced. Mark your calendar and plan to attend and enjoy refreshments, prizes and a visit from Santa Claus.

Community Calendar Wednesday, Dec. 4

9-11:30 a.m. Pest Control Operators: Pesticide Applicator Training, Cerro Gordo County Extension Of ice, Mason City

Thursday, Dec. 5

5:30-7:30 p.m. Smart Choices: Options in the New Health Insurance Marketplace, Mason City Public Library, Mason City

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Laudner resigns from Rockwell council; Wentz hopes to fill vacancy By Nick Pedley The Rockwell City Council now stands one member short after resignation of two-term Councilman David Laudner at the group’s Nov. 20 meeting. The news didn’t come as a surprise to the council. Laudner announced in the summer his intentions to sell his home and move away from the area to pursue other career opportunities. However, he was unsure about the exact date of the change back then. He was close to finalizing the sale of his house, which prompted his resignation effective Nov. 21. “I’m just ready to explore opportunities outside of Mason City and the north Iowa area,� Laudner said. “I’ll really miss the meetings and our discussions. I thought we had a great team, and all of us really brought different skills to the table.� Laudner was first elected to the council in 2007 and then once again in 2011. His tenure oversaw the addition of Rockwell’s new aquatic center and housing development in the northwest part of town, along with a few other small projects. He also chaired the Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation for the past three years and served as a volunteer fireman on the Rockwell Fire

Department. “I’ve always had an interest in public policy and have enjoyed serving the community,� he said. The search for Laudner’s replacement will most likely be a short one. The council has two options – appoint someone or hold a special election to fill the vacancy. Because of the proximity to the Nov. 5 election, the council felt that appointing the fourth-highest vote-getter would be their best option. Three people – James Bills, Tom Worley and Tim Brown – won council seats in election this year. Larry Wentz, who was in attendance at the council’s Nov. 20 meeting, came in fourth with 74 votes. “You’re basically giving the people who they voted for,� Mayor Steve Karabatsos said about the potential appointment. Councilman Adam Wedmore pointed out the cost of a special election and felt holding another one would be redundant. The group also noted that Wentz has showed a vested interest in the council and attended many of the meetings during the past two months. Karabatsos asked Wentz if he’d accept the position if the group offered it to him. “Definitely,� he responded.

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David Laudner Karabatsos said the council would have to appoint Wentz before the terms of Gary Akin, Kenny Nielsen and Wedmore expire at the end of the year. According to the Iowa Code, an appointment must be made within 40 days after the vacancy occurs, but the deadline increases if they opt to hold a vote. Citizens of Rockwell also have the option to petition for a special election if they’re unhappy with the council’s decision to appoint. Iowa Code mandates a petition with a minimum of 20 signatures from eli-

gible city voters is necessary to put the seat up for a vote. The law also states the special election must be held at the earliest feasible date but no later than 90 days after the vacancy occurs. Wentz indicated that he was more than willing to serve, and said he was thrilled at the opportunity to join the council. He’s lived in Rockwell for a year with his wife, Meagen (Scholl), and daughters Addison and Lexi. He works as a technician for Rockwell Cooperative Telephone Association and has served in leadership positions

on many boards and committees in the past. Wentz said updates to roads and other city infrastructure would be his highest priorities if appointed to the council. “I like living in a true small town – I’ve never lived in a town this small,� he said. “I want to be involved and make a difference. I want to be out there in the community, I love working with the community, and I thought this was great place to start.�

Rockwell council discusses new police vehicle, Amoco station last Wednesday

Meservey aims at improving citywide housing with state program

By Nick Pedley Rockwell’s police car rolled on to the chopping block at the Nov. 20 city council meeting after it was announced a search had begun to find a replacement. According to Mayor Steve Karabatsos and police Chief Rick Whitney, the 10-year-old Chevy has started showing its age recently. The transmission is slipping, it uses too much oil and high mileage has created concerns. Councilman Mike Flatness reported that he found a deal on a new 2012 Chevy Malibu to replace the old car, and Karabatsos thought now might be the right time to make a switch. “It’s getting to the point where something’s going to have to be done within the next year,� he said. Karabatsos asked the threemember council (Kenny Nielsen and Gary Akin were absent) whether the city should amend the budget and buy the vehicle this fiscal year, or plan for it and purchase it in the next fiscal year. The council was unsure about what move they should take, and admitted they were surprised at the announcement. “I guess I didn’t even know we were looking for a new one,� said Councilman David Laudner. “This was kind of sprung on me tonight.� Flatness said the car would cost around $20,000. There would be added expenses for the installation of electronic equipment, but he explained it was still a good deal. The car has never been licensed or given a title because it was leftover inventory from last year’s crop of police vehicles. “If a dealership orders 50 cars with police packages and they only sell 48, the other two sit there, the new models come in, and everyone wants those,� explained Flatness. “We just happened to stumble across a deal.� Karabatsos suggested the

By Nick Pedley The Meservey City Council is hoping to improve a few residences around town through a state-funded program that gives homeowners money for housing repairs. The council authorized the submission of a housing fund grant application to the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) at their meeting Nov. 11. If the city’s application is approved, the IEDA would allocate money for an owner-occupied housing rehabilitation program for six houses in Meservey. Each chosen residence would receive up to $24,999 in grant money for a wide range of renovations. “The goal of the program is to make safe improvements to houses and to make the homes more efficient,� said Dana Heimbuch, Community Development Coordinator for the North Iowa Area Council of Governments. “A lot of people will put in new windows, which makes sense from an energy saving standpoint. Things like rewiring and maybe a new heater or something – things like those.� If Meservey is awarded the grant, applicable houses must meet a list of requirements to receive funding. The house must be occupied by the person that owns it, it must have insurance, and the property needs to be up-to-date on taxes and utility payments. It also must meet the Iowa Minimum Housing Standards, and the owner must fall under a specific income level to be approved. According to Heimbuch, the city sent out a survey to Meservey residents prior to the Nov. 11 meeting to gauge interest. Seventeen homeowners expressed curiosity and returned the survey. “What that means is that 17 people think they’d meet the requirements and fall within the income target area to obtain the

The Rockwell council discussed the possibility of buying the old Amoco station on Main Street and turning it into a parking lot for the library at their Nov. 20 meeting. (Photo by Nick Pedley) council give the issue some fered an alternative suggestion. thought before their next meet- He thought the REDC should focus on expanding the indusing. “I guess we’ll have to see trial park, while the city should whether we should spend tackle some of the unwanted $23,000 now, or wait,� con- buildings on Main Street. “I’d like to see the city buy cluded Councilman Adam Wedthe old Amoco station, tear it more. The council stayed on topic down, extend the city’s propand discussed more budget erty from here [city hall] to the planning for next year. Karabat- corner and make a parking lot sos asked Laudner, who’s on the or something for the library,� he city pool board, if the budget for said. “The library is a huge asset the aquatic center should stay to the town.� The council was hesitant the same as last year. Laudner said unexpected an- about the idea. Laudner pointed nual repair costs have made an out the station’s underground estimate somewhat difficult, and gas tanks, and felt regulations noted the city might need to in- and added expenses would make crease funding if that trend con- the project too costly. “I’m just saying you’re going tinued. “I don’t think we’re out of to have to jump through 18 difthat range, but our repairs have ferent hoops if you’re going to killed us,� he explained. “We do something there,� he said. Karabatsos acknowledged lost about the same as we did last year from an operational the possibility of some red tape, but felt the project was still standpoint.� Karabatsos brought up main worth it. He said he would instreet renovations to conclude vestigate the matter further durthe group’s discussion on next ing the budget planning process. “I think we’re at the point year’s budget. At their Nov. 6 meeting, the council had dis- where we move beyond the rhetcussed allocating money for the oric and start doing something Rockwell Economic Develop- with Main Street,� he said. “We ment Corporation (REDC) to can either accept it the way it is clean up old buildings down- or move forward and change it. town. However, Karabatsos of- And I’d like to change it.�

grant funding,� Heimbuch explained. Meservey Mayor Richard Miller said the city applied for the grant last year but was denied. Miller said the council wanted to apply for the grant again for obvious reasons. “It makes houses look better, and it gives the town a facelift for people who can’t afford to do it themselves,� he said. Meservey isn’t the only area town that’s shown interest in the IEDA grant. Heimbuch said both Thornton and Sheffield received funding from the program. Thornton Councilman and Mayor-elect Brian Crowell said the grant’s impact on the community has been very positive, and explained renovating the appearance of local residences was only one half of the story. Improvements in efficiency help lessen the impact on the homeowner’s pocketbook and the environment. “It’s a great project to bring houses up-to-date,� Crowell said. “The visible impact might not be as immediate as people thought, but the impact from an environmental standpoint is improved right away.� While the majority of the housing grant is covered by IEDA monies, Meservey must cover $12,000 for the project – or $2,000 per home – if their application is accepted. The needbased selection process will get underway if the city is awarded the grant sometime in April. Heimbuch said the program has the potential to benefit more than just the six homes that get picked. “Obviously, the community’s pride in the city’s housing gets a boost. And also, we kind of hope the program sets off a chain reaction for people,� she said. “They might look at their house and realize that maybe it’s not up-to-snuff and make their own improvements. Kind of a domino effect.�

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Volunteers from the Wisconsin-based Bruce's Legacy search and rescue team scoured Beeds Lake and four gravel pits with sonar equipment Nov. 22 with hopes of finding clues to Ethan Kazmerzak's disappearance. Nothing was discovered. (Photo courtesy of Bruce's Legacy)

Beeds Lake sonar search yields no new leads in Kazmerzak search By Jeff Forward The ongoing search for missing Hampton man Ethan Kazmerzak remains at a standstill after a sonar search of Beeds Lake and other local bodies of water uncovered no new leads Friday. A volunteer team from Bruce’s Legacy, a non-profit search and rescue group from Black River Falls, Wis., used high resolution sonar equipment to scan the murky depths of Beeds Lake and other ponds located on Olive Avenue, according to a release from the Hampton Police Department. Kazmerzak was last seen near the ponds the night of his disappearance on Sept. 15, and local law enforcement jumped at the opportunity to utilize the sonar despite doubts. “They found exactly what we thought they would: nothing,� Franklin County Sheriff Larry Rictsmeier said at Monday’s board of supervisors meeting. A dive team previously searched the ponds in September and found nothing. Richtsmeier said Bruce’s Legacy had new equipment they wanted to try out, which prompted the sonar search. The group only asked for compensation of gas and lodging for their services. “They said they didn’t see anything, but they wanted to review it because one of them is driving the boat when they do it,� said Richtsmeier. “It wasn’t that we had a new tip, just more follow up.� The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, Hampton Police Department and Franklin County Emergency Management assisted in the sonar search, which was yet another dead end in the two and a half-month long search for Kazamerzak. Richtsmeier said last week the offer of a $20,000 reward for his whereabouts had led to a small infusion of new leads, but that none of them had any merit and authorities are still confounded by the mysterious case. Two psychic readers even contacted authorities and offered tips onto the missing Hampton man’s location. “We’ve had some phone calls, but nothing of any substance,� Richtsmeier said. “We had one, he’s a visionary, he was from out of the area. He gave us a location, it wasn’t even in the county, but it did not pan out.�

Richtsmeier added that authorities have not revisited any leads from earlier in the case but they may at some point go back and interview the four to six people Kazmerzak was last known to be associating with the night of Sept. 14. The $20,000 reward – which is for information that leads to the location or safe return of Kazmerzak – was put together by a group of local and anonymous citizens. The original offer was set to expire on Dec. 2. “I think they’re going to extend it, they want to limit it rather than keep it open ended,� Richtsmeier said of the reward. “One of the concerns we have is someone thinks it’ll be increased. One of the concerns is they’re holding out for more. It’s not going to happen. The reward is not going to get any bigger.� Local businessman Brad Staley, who headed up the coalition of citizens offering the reward, said that the original offer does expire on Dec. 2 because the goal was to have Kazmerzak home by Thanksgiving. With that date approaching quickly, Staley said he will confer with Kazmerzak’s parents as well as other members of the reward committee about possibly extending the expiration date of the reward. Kazmerzak went missing at about 12 a.m. on Sept. 15 after an evening of partying at various locations around Hampton and Franklin County. A week-long, multi-pronged search was conducted beginning on

Sept. 16, including aerial patrols, foot and vehicle searches, and a dive team scouring a gravel pit pond where Kazmerzak was last seen. The searches turned up nothing and eventually, law enforcement officials called off the daily efforts. Since then, police and sheriff’s officials have fielded dozens of tips about the possible location of Kazmerzak, all to no avail. They also widened the search area, sending out notices about Kazmerzak to cities across Iowa and also in neighboring states. Kazmerzak has not used his cell phone since Sept. 15 at about 12:30 a.m.; his car – a silver Volkswagen Jetta – is also missing; and he has not used his credit cards or bank ATM card since Sept. 14. Kazmerzak is described as 22-years-old, 5-foot, 5-inches tall and about 185 pounds. He wears Drew Carey-style eyeglasses and has blonde hair with a reddish beard. He was last seen wearing a peach colored shorts and a blue shirt. He has a Grateful Dead tattoo on his left arm. Anyone who sees Kazmerzak or his car is urged to immediately call 911 or the Hampton police at (641) 456-2529. Police are asking anyone who may come in contact with Kazmerzak to not interact with him because they are fearful he may flee if he knows someone has found him. Nick Pedley contributed to this article.

Bruce's Legacy said they will review data they collected during the sonar search, but nothing compelling jumped out at them on Friday. (Photo courtesy of Bruce's Legacy)

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Alliant Energy Foundation proudly presents the Nutcracker as they take the stage at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday Dec. 7. Tickets are $35 for adults in advance and $20 for children 16 and younger in advance. All tickets purchased on the day of the show and at the door are $40. This performance is part of the 20132014 Performing Arts and Leadership Series. Your holiday dream begins with this sparkling treat, created by Allen Fields. At a party in her family’s elegant Manhattan townhouse a century ago, Clara receives a wooden nutcracker. After midnight, he comes to life and leads his toy soldiers against mice warriors. With Clara’s help, the Nutcracker triumphs and magically turns into a prince. Enjoy the enchantment with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince in this wondrous place. Enjoy Central Park, the exotic Asian, Arabian, Spanish and Russian dancers. Enjoy Mother Ginger with her winsome troupe of

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8QGHU WKH *ROGHQ 'RPH 7RR By State Representative Linda Upmeyer House District 54 linda.upmeyer@legis.state.ia.us (515) 281-4618

In the recent past, the legislature had a nasty habit of spending too much of your money. When I say too much, I mean that they spent more than there was in revenue. That is not sustainable and over the last several years, we have kicked that habit. Responsible budget reforms combined with a strong economy have given us not only enough to pay the state’s bills but also left some over. To me, when we have met the state’s obligations, any money left over is simply an over-collection of taxes. The question becomes what to do with this over-collection. Some would like it built right into the budget and used to permanently grow government. It may work when the economy is strong, but it leads to deep cuts and unfulfilled obligations when it weakens. This is how the state got itself in trouble in the past. We took a very balanced approach with that over-collection this year. We used some of the overcollection to pay off debt. We used some of it to invest in infrastructure. We also made good on our promise to send some of it back to the taxpayers it came from. The foundation for our ability to send money back to taxpayers

was established in 2011 when Iowa House Republicans pushed to create the Taxpayer Trust Fund. This fund captures revenue left over after the budget process is completed and protects it to be returned to the taxpayers. The Taxpayer Trust Fund is aimed at responsibly taking onetime money off the table so that it is not used to grow government in the good years which makes us unable to handle the tough years. I am proud that the vision we had in 2011 is now coming to fruition. The Taxpayer Trust Fund will give individual Iowa taxpayers $120 million in tax credits that can easily be claimed when they file their 2013 state tax return. This is money that will be pumped directly into our economy instead of the state government’s budget. The Taxpayer Trust Fund is proving to be a wonderful way to provide relief for hardworking Iowa families while also strengthening the fiscal health of our state. I appreciate hearing from you. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with your thoughts and feedback at 515-281-4618 or Linda.Upmeyer@ legis.iowa.gov.

TAX from page 2 Boedeker stressed the Jan. 15 deadline would be strictly enforced, and said interested businesses shouldn’t delay if they’re curious about applying. “They have to be in my office on January 15. Postmarked envelopes that come late won’t count, which is somewhat unusual,� he said. Certain residential and agriculturally classified properties are in-

eligible for the credit. However, Boedeker urged any interested business owners to call his office at 641-4213065 or visit www.iowa.gov/tax/ locgov/13PTReform.html for more information . “I can’t deny people to apply, but I can inform them of the guidelines,� Boedeker said, noting the county board of supervisors has the final say in granting the credit.

There will be a change of faces when the new year begins in 2014. Ron Schissel will be leaving as a council person while Nikki Nagel takes over the seat. Incumbent Lynn Nagel was unopposed for the mayor position and Amy Noss was reelected to the council unopposed. Denny and Laura Campbell ventured to Vegas earlier this month to visit their daughter, Angie, their sonin-law, Sean and especially their 2 1/2 month old grandson, Reed. The proud grandparents are pleased to report “Reed is growing like a weed! He is over 14 lbs. now and over 24 in. long. And absolutely adorable!� Also while there, they enjoyed spending time with Laura’s friends - Alma, Linda, Ursalynne and her daughter, Natalie (who is a 3 1/2 year old cutie pie!). On Saturday, everyone had fun at Natalie’s soccer game. Temps were perfect - mid 70’s - no jacket required. After the game, it was girls’ day out so of course, lunch and lots of shopping was on the agenda. Fun! Sunday began by attending church with Angie and her

Thanksgiving is definitely one of my Top 3 favorite holidays. I get to see old friends and spend time with family, which is becoming more and more difficult these days. The food isn’t bad, either – I love stuffing my face with turkey and all the other fixings. Thanksgiving’s just awesome. This sacred American holiday gives me time to reflect on all the reasons I have to be thankful. Admittedly, I lose sight of these from time-to-time. I get busy, frustrated or consumed with worries about seemingly trivial things, and I forget just how good I have it. What follows is a David Letterman-style list of my Top 10 “thanks� for 2013. Some are more serious than others, but each one gave me a reason to be thankful this year. 10. My dog. I don’t get to see this ol’ hound as much as I’d like to, but he makes the Top 10 nonetheless. He’s a troublemaker, and rather ornery. Not a day goes by without my parents wishing my landlord allowed pets so he could move to Hampton and stay with me. Despite his devilish tendencies, he’s provided me with years of unwavering loyalty and affection, and that definitely deserves a nod of appreciation. 9. The Iowa Hawkeyes. My Hawks have given me a surprising amount of joy this year. The football team has made marked improvement this fall, and the basketball team has continued to rise to success on the hardwood. I’m also thankful I’m not a Cyclone. 8. My grill. It’s small, it’s charcoal and it’s not much to look at, but I had fun expanding my cooking prowess on it this summer. I’m still honing my skills, but I have to admit my cooking has gotten rather good. And on a more self-serving level to any interested ladies out there: I’m

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a single guy that can cook – what a catch, am I right? 7. Student loans. This entry might come as a surprise, but I am thankful for these things. I’ll admit that it’s sort of bittersweet, but these loans allowed me to obtain an education and earn my degree. Without them, my college experience would have been impossible. 6. My car. Sometimes I curse this frustrating 11-year-old piece of‌equipment, but I’m thankful to have a set of wheels, I guess. It gets good mileage for a 2002, but sometimes repair costs boil my blood. In any case, I’m happy to have her and I hope she lasts another 150,000 miles. My aforementioned student loans would make buying another one rather difficult. 5. My neighbors. They’ve been great to me every since I moved to Hampton. They’ve been welcoming and helpful, and they’re always willing to let me borrow anything I need. Their generosity has been wonderful. 4. My friends. You grow to appreciate your friends as you grow older and move on to different things in life. I learned this firsthand after graduating this year. The friends

family, then out for some coffee and breakfast. Laura then went to a soiree at Alma’s house for a fine feast of food and some card playing. The evening rounded out nicely with a delicious dinner and wonderful conversation at Silverado Steakhouse with Angie, Sean and Reed (who behaved like a little gentleman). Great family time! It was a trip to remember that went by much too quickly. So looking forward to the next one!

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ST. PAUL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 400 Larch St., Thornton Phone 998-2632 Home 998-2631 Pastor Rhea Evanson Sunday, Dec. 1 9 a.m. Worship 10-10:45 Sunday School SALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 810 First St., Meservey Phone 358-6277/Pars. 358-6107 The Rev. Crystal Oberheu Sunday, Dec. 1 9:15-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45-10:15 a.m. Coffee before Worship 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday, Dec. 4 4:30 p.m. Confirmation Class HOLY NAME CHURCH 507 1st Ave NW, Rockford Phone 822-4950 Fr. Walter Brunkan Saturdays 5 p.m. Mass SACRED HEART CHURCH 305 Elm St., E., Rockwell Phone 822-4950 Fr. Rodney Allers Sundays 8 a.m. Mass RICHLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH 300 Elm St., Thornton Phone 998-2642 Pastor David H. Locklair Sundays 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 10:30 a.m. Worship

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 121 2nd St., N., Rockwell Phone 822-4919 Pastor Ken Livingston Sundays 8:30 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Time 10 a.m. Sunday School ST. PETER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) 502 2nd St., S., Rockwell Phone 822-3101 Pastor Rhea Evanson Sunday, Dec. 1 9:15-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45-10:15 a.m. Coffee before Worship 10:30 a.m. Worship Wednesday, Dec. 4 3:30-4:30 p.m. Confirmation FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 404 Maple St., Thornton Phone 998-2004/Pars. 358-6107 The Rev. Crystal Oberheu Sunday, Dec. 1 9 a.m. Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School Wednesday, Dec. 4 5:45 p.m. Confirmation FIRST REFORMED CHURCH 620 2nd St., Meservey Phone 358-6151 Rev. Rodney Meester Sundays 9:30 a.m. Worship UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 303 Monroe St., Rockwell Phone 822-4833 Rev. John P. Scherb Sundays 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:25 a.m. Worship

HANFORD COMMUNITY CHURCH 12411 Spruce Ave, Mason City Phone 423-7376 641-822-4657 Pastor Scott Sokol Sundays 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Sun. Worship ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH 1001 9th Ave. S. Clear Lake Phone 357-3214 Msgr. Lilip Saturdays 4 p.m. Mass Sundays 9 a.m. Mass ZION REFORMED CHURCH 2029B Jonquil Ave. Sheffi eld Phone 579-6186 The Rev. Arthur Zewert Sunday, Dec. 1 9:15 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Annual Meeting 11:15 a.m. RCYF Party 6 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday, Dec. 4 7 p.m. Program Practice 8 p.m. Praise Team SWALEDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Main St., Swaledale Phone 995-2252 The Rev. John P. Scherb Sundays 8:10 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School

I made in college were awesome, and I really miss spending time with all my buddies. They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, and I can say that’s true. 3. My job. I can’t thank Mid America Publishing enough for taking a chance on this recent college grad and giving me employment. I’ve met a lot of great people since joining the staff, and I’m excited to meet many more and grow in the community. 2. My family. Having such a great network of support has been the cornerstone of each and every one of my successes in life. It’s hard to imagine where I’d be without their love, support and encouragement. I’m certainly lucky to have them. 1. My parents. This was an easy choice. My parents have been there for me no matter what – be it my achievements or one of my MANY boneheaded mistakes. They’ve nurtured my love of newspapers and journalism, and without their help I’d be much worse off. I can’t think of two better people, and I’m most thankful and proud to call them mom and dad. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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5HSRUWLQJ IURP WKH &HUUR *RUGR &RXQW\ &RXUWKRXVH Marriage License Paul Kuerbitz, 24, Mason City, to Erin Kirchner, 21, Mason City. Stephanie Redenius, 41, Mason City, to Derek Goll, 44, Mason City. Stephanie Maddox, 33, Grafton, to Craig Gerbig, 28, Grafton. District Court The court handled six probation revocations. Jennifer Rammelsberg, 36, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Third Degree Theft. Rammelsberg was sentenced to two years in prison and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge $240 in attorney fees and $220 in court costs. Jimmie Rhodes, 55, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Simulated Public Intoxication and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Rhodes was sentenced to a residential facility, placed on two years probation and assessed a $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E., $450 in attorney fees and $140 in court costs. Alexander Reynolds, 19, Klemme, pled guilty on November 13 to Carrying Weapons. Reynolds was sentenced to seven days in jail and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $132 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Kristopher Blackdeer, 30, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Driving While Barred, Habitual Offender. Blackdeer was sentenced to seven days in jail and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $63 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Jeffery Miller, 56, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Accessory to Misdemeanor. Miller was assessed a $100 fine, 35 percent surcharge and $100 in court costs. Allen Hamilton, 23, Mason City, pled guilty on November 13 to Interference with Official Acts. Hamilton was sentenced to 30 days in jail and assessed $100 in court costs. Peggi Jo Stinnett, 27, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Fifth Degree Theft and Eluding. Stinnett was sentenced to 90 days in jail and assessed a $315 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $78 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Austin Walker, 20, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Driving While Barred, Habitual Offender. Walker was sentenced to 14 days in jail and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $141 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Rickey Hansen, 51, Clear Lake, pled guilty on November 15 to Domestic Abuse/Assault, Second Offense. Hansen was sentenced to seven days in jail and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $150 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. David Garber, 33, Marion, pled guilty on November 18 to Controlled Substance Violation. Garber was sentenced to 10 years in prison and assessed a $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E and $240 in court costs. Mark Petersen, 43, Manly, pled guilty on November 18 to First Degree Theft. Petersen was placed on three years probation and assessed a $5,000 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge and $180 in court costs. Jennifer Rammelsberg, 33, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Fourth Degree Theft. Rammelsberg was sentenced to one year in prison and assessed a $315 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge and $220 in court costs. Lois Anderson, 57, Clear Lake, received a deferred judgment on November 18 for Second Degree Theft. Anderson was placed on two years probation and ordered to pay $1,129.20 in restitution, $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $204 in attorney fees and $180 in court costs. Jennifer Rammelsberg, 33, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to two counts of Theft or Forgery of Lottery Ticket. Rammelsberg was sentenced to five years in prison and assessed a $1,500 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $292 in attorney fees and $220 in court costs. John Compher, 40, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Second Degree Theft. Compher was sentenced to five years in prison, ordered to pay $4,117.52 in restitution and assessed a $750 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge and $200 in court costs. Dylan Lewis, 19, Mason City, pled guilty on November 18 to Controlled Substance Violation. Lewis was placed on three years probation and assessed a $750 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $156 in attorney fees, $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. and $180 in court costs. Michael Eichmann, 43, Clear Lake, pled guilty on November 19 to First Degree Theft. Eichmann was placed on five years probation and assessed a $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $198 in attorney fees and $180 in court costs. Kaleb Wright, 20, Mason City, pled guilty on November 13 to Voluntary Absence (Escape). Wright

was sentenced to 32 days in jail and assessed a $315 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $60 in attorney fees and $100 in costs. Eduardo Navorette, 39, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on November 18 to Operating While Intoxicated, First Offense. Navorette was sentenced to two days in jail and assessed a $1,250 fine, 35 percent surcharge, 10 D.A.R.E., $100 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Tricia Maulsby, 34, Clear Lake, pled guilty on November 18 to Operating While Intoxicated, Second Offense. Maulsby was sentenced to 10 days in jail and assessed a $1,850 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E., $138 in attorney fees and $140 in court costs. Chase Penfold, 25, Mitchell, pled guilty on November 18 to Operating While Intoxicated, Third Offense. Penfold was sentenced to 30 days in jail, placed on five years probation and assessed a $3,125 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. and $180 in costs. Tyler Moffitt, 27, St. Cloud, Minn., pled guilty on November 18 to Operating While Intoxicated, First Offense. Moffitt was sentenced to two days in jail and assessed a $1,250 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $129 in attorney fees, $10 D.A.R.E. and $140 in court costs. Small Claims MRC Receivables Corp. vs. John Colombo. Case dismissed without prejudice on November 14. Capital One Bank N.A. vs. Constance Stanek. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 12 in the amount of $1,309.64 with 2.12 percent interest from November 12. Midland Funding LLC vs. Edward Buchanan. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 12 in the amount of $2,837.38 with 2.12 percent interest from November 12. Culligan Water Conditioning vs. Laura Shuffler. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 12 in the amount of $378.92 with 2.12 percent interest from November 12. Property Transfer DWD: Matthew and Janet Bates to Scott Birkedal; Railroad Add CL BLK 13 Lot 3 Blk 13 Lot 4 CL N 1/2 of Lots 3 & 4; $120,500 and $192; 2013-8519. DSD: Cerro Gordo County, Cerro Gordo County Sheriff, Erin Garner

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and Kasandra Somers to Bank of America; 10-96-20 Auditor’s Plat of Lot 1 of 13 SW 1/4 NE 1/4 Lot 8; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8516. DWDJ: Steven and Barbara Goetz to Douglas and Melissa Summerfield; Asbury Farm 4th Add Lot 8 MC; $362,000 and $578.40; 20138514. DWDJ: Matthew and Jennifer Dillavou to Adam and Mallory Oppermann; Oakridge 1st Add Lot 3 CL; $218,000 and $348; 2013-8509. DWDJ: Betty Buss to Jeffery and Betty Buss; Rolling Acres 2nd Add Blk 2 Lot 6 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8506. DWDJ: Betty Buss to Jason and Betty Buss; Law’s 2nd Add Blk 3 Lot 8 Blk 3 Lot 9 MC S 1/2 of Lots; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8505. DAJT: Terry and Betty Buss to Betty Buss; Law’s 2nd Add Blk 3 Lot 8 Blk 3 Lot 9 MC S 1/2 of Lots; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8504. DWD: Peter and Ruth Andolino and Rachel Lomen to Margaret Movick; Briarstone Point Condominium Bldg D Unit 101 Bldg Garage 2 Unit Garage 8 MC; $105,000 and $167.20; 2013-8496. DQC: Ted Christensen to Tage Realty LLC; Clear Lake Camp Meeting Association Grounds Blk 4 Lot 9 Blk 4 Lot 10 Blk 4 Lot 11 Blk 24 Lot 7 CL Lot 7 Block 24 Exc Ely 72’, Kenyon Sandry & Freeman’s Replat Lot 2 Lot 3 CL, 17-96-21 SE NE Part of, 24-96-22 Auditor’s Plat of Lots 1 thru 8 of G.L. 1 Lot 7 Lot 6, Clear Lake Camp Meeting Association Grounds Replat of Blks 18 & 19 Blk 19 Lot 1 Blk 19 Lot 2 Blk 19 Lot 3 Blk 19 Lot 4 Blk 19 Lot 5 CL; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8495. DCDJ: Mark and Marlin Hawley Executor, Estate to Jeffery and Jessica Tierny; C.H. Day’s Sub of NW/4 SW/4 & N/2 SW/4 SW/4 in S/2 3-96-20 Lot 12; $36,800 and $58.40; 2013-8489. DCD: Mark and Marlin Hawley Executor, Estate to Tierney Holdings LLC; C.H. Day’s Sub of NW/4 SW/4 & N/2 SW/4 SW/4 in S/2 3-96-20 Lot 9 MC Exc N 44’, South Mason City (Original Town) Blk 31 Lot 3 Blk 31 Lot 4 MC W 1/2 of Lot 3 & N 1/2 of Lot 4; $123,200 and $196.80; 2013-8487. DAJT: Mark, Marlin and Judith Hawley to Marlin Hawley; C.H. Day’s Sub of NW/4 SW/4 & N/2

SW/4 SW/4 in S/2 3-96-20 Lot 12 Lot 9 Lot 9 Exc N 44’, South Mason City (Original Town) Blk 31 Lot 3 Blk 31 Lot 4 MC W 1/2 of Lot 3 & N 1/2 of Lot 4; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8486. DWDJ: Joshua and Angela Laack to Matthew and Jennifer Dillavou; Pine Brooke Second Subdivision Lot 11 CL; $275,000 and $439.20; 2013-8476. DWDJ: Farmers State Bank to James and Cathy Hrubetz; WestHaven Blk 12 Lot 25 Blk 12 Lot 26 MC; $7,000 and $10.40; 2013-8473. DWD: Harold and Sandra Pippert to Harold and Sandra Pippert Trustee, H. Pippert Family Trust; 09-96-19 NE NW NW NW SE NW SW NW, 04-96-19 NW SW SW SW, Clear Lake Camp Meeting Association Grounds Lot 33 CL, 05-96-19 NE SE NW SE SE SE SW SE, 2996-19 NW NW SW NW Exc Land Conveyed to State B97 P978, 30-9619 NE SE NW SE SE SE SW SE SE NE S 2 Rods of E 40 Rods of SE NE; 2013-8496. DWD: Wells Fargo Bank and Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; East Park Place Add Blk 4 Lot 6 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8459. DWDJ: Farmers State Bank to James and Cathy Hrubetz; Gilbert S. Randall’s 2nd Add Lot 13 MC; $75,000 and $119.20; 2013-8452. DWDJ: Justin and Rachel Bailey to Joshua and Jenna Olson; River Heights Blk 1 Lot 3 MC; $130,000 and $207.20; 2013-8449. DCD: Robert and Janice Snyder Executor, Estate to Robert Snyder; Rose Tuttle McIntosh Sub Plat of Blk 1 Lot 16 Lot 15 W 1/2 of Lot 16; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8448. DCD: Sara Waters Executor and Linda Redenius to Jeanette Studt Life Estate and Laurel Lagoni, Laurie Jones and Lisa Moore; Cottages at Pebble Creek Bldg Unit 160 MC 1/2 Interest (Laurel Lagoni) 1/4 Interest (Laurie Jones) 1/4 Interest (Lisa Moore); $217,250 and $347.20; 2013-8443. DWD: Kenneth and Debra Schroeder and Jessica Guess to Bret Paulson; Country Club Heights Add Blk 1 Lot 32 CL, 14-96-22 NW NE Part of Gov Lot 1; $120,000 and $191.20; 2013-8441. DAJT: Robert and Patricia Frayne

to Patricia Frayne; Pine Brooke First Subdivison Lot 29 CL; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8427. DCDJ: Larry Best Executor and Marilee Strasser Estate to Lindsey Linderman and Terry and Julie Thomas; Thogerson’s Add Lot 5 Lot 6 Lot 7 MC W 42’ of Lots 5 & 6 & E 11’ of Lot 7 & E 11’ of Portion of N 1/2 of Alley Abutting Lot 7; $51,000 and $80.80; 2013-8422. DWD: Snyder Construction Partnership to Kathy Snyder; Snyders Second Subdivision Lot 3 CL; $10,000 and $15.20; 2013-8421. DQC: Erica Benson to Trinity Benson; McDowell & Hacketts Sub of Lot 10 in NW/4 SW/4 18-96-21 Lot 1 Lot 2 Exc N 38 1/2 of Lot 2; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8420. DWD: Amy Clark to Amy Clark; North Plymouth Blk 25 Lot 12 Blk 25 Lot 13 PY; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8418. DWDJ: Robert and Michele Schmidt to David and Beverly Christiansen; Knapp’s 2nd Add T Blk 24 Lot 5 TH; $72,500 and $115.20; 2013-8414. DWD: Joan Reindl to Kip Fry and Joan Reindl Life Estate; Hillcress Add Blk 3 Lot 10 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8413. DWDJ: Joette Gerdes to Randall and Carla Faught; 03-97-20 SW SE NW SE Parcel “A� in Part of as Described & Depicted in Plat of Survey B12 P6820; $200,000 $319.20; 2013-8398. DWD: James and Crystal Nelson to Jonathan Pahl; Parker’s 5th Add Blk 6 Lot 16 MC; $89,900 and $143.20; 2013-8381. DWD: Ingeborg and Evelyn Sell to Evelyn Sell; Country Club Heights Add Blk 2 Lot 18 CL Part of; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8380. DWDJ: Billy and Marilyn Broers Trustee, Trust to Travis and Tracy Steenhard; 17-95-20 SW SE Parcel “A� in Part of as Desc & Depicted in Survey B13 P6918; $94,400 and $153.60; 2013-8377. DWDJ: Donald and Lori Olson to Donald and Lori Olson; Clear Lake Camp Meeting Association Grounds Plat of Blks 21 thru 30 Blk 24 Lot 16 CL; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8375. DWD: Richard and Eudeana Larson to Lance, Lane and Richard Larson Life Estate, 24-94-19 NW SE SW SE Part of; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8374.

DWD: Larry and Cleo Swenson to Steve Peters; Titus’ 2nd Add Blk 6 Lot 5 Blk 6 Lot 6 RW; $120,000 and $191.20; 2013-8372. Barbara Harms to Valeri Borchardt; George Carlton’s Sub of Lot 1 of Elon A Tuttle’s Sub in S/2 SW/4 NW/4 18-96-21 Blk 8 W 1/2 of NE 1/4; $97,550 and $156; 2013-8370.

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Iowa Fishing Report For lake locations, maps and other information, go to www.iowadnr. gov/Fishing/FishingReports.aspx The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issues a weekly Âżshing report on Thursdays in an effort to provide the latest information heading into the weekend. The weekly Âżshing report is compiled from information gathered from local bait shops, angler creel surveys, and county and state parks staff. For current information, contact the district Âżsheries ofÂżce at the phone number listed at the end of each district report. NORTHWEST Bacon Creek Lake Bacon Creek was stocked with 1,500 catchable size rainbow trout on Nov. 20th. Rainbow Trout - Excellent: Anglers have been catching limits of rainbow trout casting very small spinners and Kastmasters. Moorland Pond Moorland Pond was stocked with 1,500 catchable size rainbow trout on Nov. 16th. Rainbow Trout - Excellent: Anglers have been catching limits of rainbow trout casting small spinners and Kastmasters. For more information on lakes, ponds, and rivers in the Black Hawk District contact the District OfÂżce at 712-657-2638. Lake Smith We have received no information regarding Âżshing on this water body this week. Clear Lake White Bass - Slow: No reports this week. Some smaller white bass (10-12 inches) had been caught by the grade at sunset with small jig and piece of worm. Walleye - Slow: No reports this week. Yellow Bass - Slow: No reports this week. Shore Âżsherman might still have luck by the Ventura Grade and near the Harborage outlet. Crystal Lake No Reports For lake updates and Âżshing information in the north central area contact the Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife ofÂżce at 641-357-3517. Big Spirit Lake Iowa Great Lakes - Limited Âżshing activity at this time. Night time wader Âżshing for walleye is a key component of the Âżshing activity. Shore Âżshing from the north grade may produce some Âżsh. NORTHEAST Volga Lake Few anglers have been out. Bluegill - Slow: Use a small jig tipped with a wax worm under a bobber. Crappie - Slow: Anglers have been Âżshing in the brush piles along the dam and universal access. Try using a jig tipped with a wax worm. Lake Hendricks The aerator is on. A few people have been out but Âżsh activity has been slow. Bluegill - Slow: Largemouth Bass - Slow: Anglers have been catching largemouth bass using crankbaits and soft plastics. Crappie - Slow: Crappies are still spread out but anglers are catching Âżsh from shore. Try using small jigs tipped with wax worms. Lake Meyer Few anglers have been out. Anglers have switched to wax worms with some success. Bluegill - Slow: Largemouth Bass - Slow: Try tossing out a jig tipped with plastic twistertail from shore. Crappie - Slow: Upper Iowa River (above Decorah) Fish are moving into their over-

wintering holes. Smallmouth Bass - Slow: Anglers are using jigs tipped with a twistertail. Walleye - Slow: Anglers are having luck using jigs tipped with a twistertail. Try Âżshing off the bottom. Fish are biting really light. Upper Iowa River (below Decorah) Fish are moving into their overwintering holes. Smallmouth Bass - Slow: Smallmouth bass are taking natural colored crankbaits or jigs tipped with twistertail. Walleye Slow: Anglers are having success using a variety of jigs tipped with a twistertail. Yellow River Fishing out of a canoe or kayak is allowed without landowner permission. Wading or Âżshing from the bank requires landowner permission. Turkey River (above Clermont) The Vernon Springs impoundment near Cresco is beginning to freeze in places. Turkey River (below Clermont) We have received no information regarding Âżshing on this water body this week. Cedar River (above Nashua) Anglers are Âżnding crappies and perch in the backwater areas, off current breaks or by brush piles in the Cedar. Minnows and worms are working. Northern Pike - Fair: Anglers are picking up a few pike. Smallmouth Bass - Slow: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are using jigs tipped with minnows. Anglers are Âżnding Âżsh near the bottom of the deeper holes. Decorah District Streams With colder weather in the forecast, autumn blue wing olive hatches are beginning to wind down. Afternoon #20-#24 blue wings can continue sporadically throughout the winter months. Wooly bugger patterns in bright yellows or whites have been very effective in fast water. Flashy streamer patterns are good choices for early winter Âżshing. Weekend weather forecast is calling for sunny but cold with temperatures only in the 20s. Angling pressure continues to be very low on area lakes. Ice is beginning to form on smaller ponds and backwater areas. Fluctuating temperatures, wind and rain can change conditions quickly. Urban ponds are now being stocked with trout. Go to www. iowadnr.gov/Fishing/TroutFishing. aspx to Âżnd out when and where. For more information, call the Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. North Prairie Lake North Prairie Lake will be stocked with trout on Nov. 22nd. Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) The Cedar River still remains good to excellent for walleye and smallmouth bass. Anglers have made the switch to the jig and plastic tipped with a minnow. Smallmouth Bass - Good: Jig and twister combination is a good choice. Walleye - Good: Use a jig and plastic tipped with a minnow and concentrate on the drop-offs and along current breaks in four to Âżve feet of water. Wapsi River (Tripoli to Troy Mills) There have been few angling reports on the Wapsipinicon River this past week but walleye Âżshing should remain good. Walleye - Good: Use a jig and plastic tipped with a minnow and concentrate on the deeper holes, drop-offs and current breaks.

Manchester District Streams Trout streams are in great condition. Recent stream observations reveal there are plenty of trout to be caught. The road to Richmond Springs located within Backbone State Park is now of¿cially closed, so access is by walk-in only. Gates will re-open in the spring. Maquoketa River (above Monticello) There have been no angling reports on the Maquoketa River this past week. Shell Rock River (Greene to Shell Rock) Anglers are catching good numbers of walleye on the Shell Rock River. Fish have been of good quality size with many running 15 to 20 inches. Smallmouth Bass - Good: Jig and minnow combination has been good. Walleye - Good: Jig and plastic tipped with a minnow has been good ¿shing the deeper holes, drop-offs and current breaks. Interior river ¿shing has been good to excellent for walleye. Trophy sized smallmouth bass are being caught while ¿shing for walleye. Anglers are using a jig and twister combination tipped with a minnow. North Prairie Lake will be stocked with trout Nov. 22nd. Trout streams are in excellent shape. For more information call the district of¿ce in Manchester at 563-927-3276. MISSISSIPPI RIVER Mississippi River Pool 9 Pool 9 at Lansing level is up slightly at 8.1 feet. Water clarity is excellent with water temperatures in the mid 30s. Bluegill - Good: Bluegills are in overwintering areas and some good catches reported but anglers should ¿sh slowly to catch ¿sh in cold water. Largemouth Bass Fair: Bass are in overwintering areas and the bite has slowed Crappie - Fair: A few crappie hitting in the backwaters. Sauger - Fair: Sauger are actively feeding along sand Àats in early morning and evening. Try vertical jigging along structure and drop-offs in the main channel. Walleye - Good: Walleye bite is picking up in Minnesota Slough. Mississippi River Pool 10 Pool 10 at Lynxville level is 13.8 feet and expected to remain stable over the next week. Water temperature is in the mid 30s. Main construction at Nobles Island ramp has been completed but some cleanup work may be needed. Bluegill - Good: Bluegills are in overwintering areas and some good catches reported but anglers should ¿sh slowly to catch ¿sh in cold water. Largemouth Bass - Slow: Bass are in overwintering areas and bite has slowed. Crappie - Fair: A few crappie being caught in overwintering areas. Sauger Good: Sauger biting well in the tail waters but a lot of sorting of smaller ¿sh. Walleye - Good: Walleye bite is picking up as more ¿sh move into the tail waters. Mississippi River Pool 11 Pool 11 at Guttenberg level is at 5.7 feet and expected to remain sta-

ble. Water temperature has dropped to the mid 30s. Bluegill - Good: Bluegills are in overwintering areas and some good catches reported but anglers should ¿sh slowly to catch ¿sh in cold water. Largemouth Bass - Slow: Bass are in overwintering areas and the bite has slowed. Crappie - Slow: A few crappies being caught in overwintering areas. Sauger Good: Sauger biting well in the tail waters but a lot of sorting of smaller ¿sh. Walleye - Good: Walleye bite is picking up as more ¿sh move into the tail waters. Water temperatures are in the 30s and most ¿sh have moved into overwintering areas. With projected cold weather, ice ¿shing may be just around the corner on the Upper Mississippi. Mississippi River Pool 12 Water level at the lock and dam in Dubuque is 5.6 feet and water level at the railroad bridge is 8.2 feet. Water is expected to fall slightly throughout the week. Water temperature is at 41 degrees. Crappie - Good: Crappies have moved into the backwater areas and are being caught on woody structure. Most anglers are using small minnows as bait. Lots of 8 to 9-inch crappies are present. Should be a good year class for the next few years. Sauger - Good: Sauger are being caught in the tail water areas mostly by people dragging three-way rigs with a Àoating crankbait or minnow. Some are also using simple jig and minnow. Walleye - Fair: Some walleyes are still being caught on the wing dams in the upper third of the pool. Some of the wing dams just downstream of the tail water are producing some walleye on three-way rigs. Mississippi River Pool 13 Water level at the Bellevue Lock and Dam is stable at 5.5 feet. That is down slightly from last week. Water is clear and water temperature is near 42 degrees. Crappie - Good: Crappies have moved to woody structure located out of the main Àow of the channel. Crappies are mostly being caught on minnows. The future outlook for crappies is very good with many smaller 7 to 9-inch ¿sh present in the system. Sauger - Good: The fall and winter tail water pattern is in full swing. Many saugers were reported last week by anglers using three-way rigs or jig and minnow. Most saugers reported are on the small side. Walleye - Good: Some slot sized walleye are being reported. Jigging in the tail water seems to be the method of choice but a few walleyes may still be found on wing dams using three-way rigs. Remember you can only keep walleyes from 15 to 20 inches and one over 27 inches at Bellevue. Mississippi River Pool 14 Water level at Fulton is around 5.4 feet, which is down slightly from last week. Water levels are expected to be fairly stable throughout the week. The water temperature is 42 degrees. Crappie - Good: Anglers are reporting catching at least

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some crappie from the Rock Creek area this week. Small crappie minnows are the bait of choice. Sauger Good: The fall and winter tail water pattern is in full swing by Clinton. Many saugers were reported last week by anglers using three-way rigs or jig and minnow. Most saugers reported are on the small side. Walleye - Fair: Jigs and minnow seem to be catching several smaller walleyes in the tail water areas. Mississippi River Pool 15 Water level at LeClaire is at 4.7 feet and expected to be fairly stable. Water temperature is near 43 degrees. No Âżshing report is available for Pool 15 this week. The water level in Pools 12 to 15 is stable. Water temperatures are in the lower 40s and water clarity is excellent. Mississippi River Pool 16 Tail water stage at Lock and Dam 15 in the Quad Cities is 5.28 feet. Bluegill - Good: Bluegills are being caught in Sunset Marina Âżshing small minnows or wax worms under a bobber around the docks. Crappie - Good: Some crappies are being caught in Sunset Marina around docks. Try Âżshing with jigs and minnows or minnows under a bobber. Sauger - Slow: Some saugers are being caught below the dam and in Sylvan Slough. Fishing has been hit or miss with mostly small Âżsh being caught with a few nicer Âżsh mixed in. Try vertical jigging with minnows or pulling three-way rigs with minnows or stick baits. Walleye - Slow: Some walleyes are being caught below the dam and in Sylvan Slough. Fishing has been hit or miss with mostly small Âżsh being caught. Try vertical jigging with minnows or pulling three-way rigs with minnows or stick baits. Mississippi River Pool 17 Tail water stage at Lock and Dam 16 at Muscatine is 4.27 feet. Sauger Good: Tail water Âżshing has been reported as good. Try vertical jigging with minnows or pulling three-way rigs with stick baits. Mississippi River Pool 18 Tail water stage at Lock and Dam 17 at New Boston is 4.38 feet. Sauger - Slow: Tail water Âżshing for saugers below the dam has been hit or miss. Some Âżsh are being caught but they are mostly smaller Âżsh. Try vertical jigging with minnows or pulling three-way rigs with minnows or stick baits. Mississippi River Pool 19 Tail water stage at Lock and Dam 18 upstream of Burlington is 1.90 feet. Crappie - Fair: Some crappies are being caught in the backwaters. Try Âżshing brush piles and snags in the backwater lakes and sloughs. Use minnows under a bobber or vertical jig with small minnows or plastics. Sauger - Slow: Tail water Âżshing for saugers has been reported as slow. Mississippi River Pools 16-19. Main channel water temperature has

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By Kristi Nixon West Fork is looking ahead at what the conference picture could appear in the future. Superintendent Darrin Strike said in the Monday, Nov. 18 West Fork school board meeting that he is looking at conference changes. He will attend a Saturday, Dec. 7 meeting with the North Iowa Conference and is wanting a look at a three-tier conference in which schools are large, medium-sized and small. “I’m guessing we’re not gonna

get a lot of response,� Strike said at the meeting. “I’d like to do it like they do in district football – you look at the environment and make adjustments every few years. “If you ask me how this turns out, I think this is going to evolve and take on many different looks.� With conference stalwart Riceville seeking a new conference home in the Iowa Star, Strike is looking to be pro-active. “I’m keeping us in the game, so to speak,� Strike said. “There’s a lot of chatter going on right now.�

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West Fork's Spencer Halloran makes a tackle in the Warhawks' win over Eagle Grove on Monday, Oct. 8 to complete their homecoming game. It was announced Tuesday that Halloran earned second team all-state defensive back from the Iowa Newspaper Association. (File photo)

“50 Homes for Humanity� Goal Reached As part of Sukup Manufacturing Co.’s 50th Anniversary, Sukup teamed up with Global Compassion Network to raise money to provide 50 Sukup Safe T Homes to areas in desperate need of housing. Together with GCN, the goal was to raise donations for 25 Safe T Homes. Sukup pledged to match donations 1-for-1; for a total of 50 homes. The goal for the “50 Homes for Humanity� campaign has been met. Not only has the money been raised, but the homes are already on their way to help people in need in the Philippines and Kenya. Many events were organized to drive donations for the campaign.

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