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Norton wins final week Football Contest

There were only two entries missing 3 games on this week’s football contest - Melissa Wubbena, Allison and Pat Norton, Clarksville. Determined by the tie-breaker, Pat was the 1st place winner and will receive $35 in football bucks while Melissa placed 2nd and will receive $15 in football bucks.

Football bucks can be spent like cash at any of the locations listed on the football contest pages, and may be picked up at either newspaper office.

Each week’s first place winners will have the chance to compete for a grand prize of $500 in Football Bucks. They will be sent an entry form to make their choices on the college bowl games.

A big THANK YOU to the Football Contest sponsors this year: 2 Guys Interior Focus, Waverly; Tom Barnett Seed - Kruger Seed, Clarksville; Butler-Bremer Communications - Plainfield, Clarksville, Shell Rock; Coonradt Ford, Waverly; Cooper Motors, Allison; Dralle’s Plumbing and Heating, Allison; Dumont Implement; Gade’s Appliance, Waverly; George’s TV & Appliance, Waverly; Grant Insurance Agency, Waverly; J&C Grocery, Allison & Dumont; K&S Grocery, Clarksville, Greene Lumber Company, Orly’s Meat Market and Locker, Clarksville; and Pete & Shorty’s, Clarksville.

Holiday Celebration @ Allison Public Library

The Allison Public Library is pleased to present a gift of entertainment and music to our community.

Please join us at our Holiday Open House on Saturday, Dec. 7.

Play BINGO at 9:00 a.m. hosted by the Allison Public Library, the Rehabilitation Center of Allison (owned and operated by ABCM Corporation), and your local Allison businesses. The Double J Wranglers will perform seasonal music from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. At noon the Allison Commercial Club will hold a drawing for Turkeys, Hams, and Allison Bucks. Santa’s Workshop will be open from 10:30 a.m.

– 12:00 p.m. Children may work in Mrs. Claus’s Bakery, craft a Christmas Ornament, get a Holiday Tattoo, make Moose Munch, and share their wishes with Santa. Every child will receive a FREE photograph with Santa courtesy of the library. The library is decked with festive holiday decorations and delicious refreshments will be served.

We appreciate the generous support of our patrons and invite YOU to share in the Christmas spirit at the Allison Public Library.

Gift Certificates available for Camping at Wilder Park Have friends or relatives that enjoy camping? Then for Christmas, or other occasions, consider a camping gift certificate at beautiful Wilder Park at Allison. The cost per night of camping is $12.00.

In addition to 52 spacious campsites; campers may enjoy 18 holes Frisbee golf, miniature golf, walking and bike trails, fishing ponds, three shelter houses, an enhance playground, tether ball, sand volleyball, a giant chess/checker board, wildflower prairies, shower house, dump station , entertainment center and eight tent camping sites. Wilder Park is one of a very few campgrounds that has extreme storm shelters.

The gift certificates are available at Allison City Hall, 319-267-2245.

Turkey Day Fun Facts • The Pilgrim leader, Gov. William Bradford, organized the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621. He invited the neighboring Wampanoag Indians to the feast.

• The first Thanksgiving celebration lasted three days.

• Lobster, rabbit, chicken, fish, squashes, beans, chestnuts, hickory nuts, onions, leeks, dried fruits, maple syrup and honey, radishes, cabbage, carrots, eggs, and goat cheese are thought to have made up the first Thanksgiving feast.

• Sarah Josepha Hale, an American magazine editor, persuaded Abraham Lincoln to declare Thanksgiving a national holiday.

She is also the author of the popular nursery rhyme Mary Had a Little Lamb.

• The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade tradition began in the 1920s.

• In 1939, President Roosevelt proclaimed that Thanksgiving would take place on November 23rd, not Nov. 30, as a way to spur economic growth and extend the Christmas shopping season.

• Turkeys will have 3,500 feathers at maturity.

• Turkeys have heart attacks. The United States Air Force was doing test runs and breaking the sound barrier. Nearby turkeys dropped dead with heart attacks.

• Turkeys have poor night vision.

• A 16-week-old turkey is called a fryer. A five to seven month old turkey is called a young roaster.

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Chinander flies with Philadelphia Eagles Allison-Bristow grad assistant defensive line coach

By Kristi Nixon PHILADELPHIA – A proud Gene Chinander displays a Philadelphia Eagles banner outside his Allison home.

It is because Allison-Bristow graduate Erik Chinander made a step up in the football coaching ranks at the start of this NFL season.

Chinander, a 2002 graduate of the University of Iowa and native of Allison, joined the Philadelphia Eagles as assistant defensive line coach in the 2013 off-season.

Previously, Chinander spent three seasons as a graduate assistant (201112) and intern (2010) under Chip Kelly at Oregon.

That relationship with Kelly brought him to the Eagles, both sharing in the first-game success of the 2013-14 season.

“We were at Oregon, and had the program where we wanted,” Chinander said via phone interview during the bye week. “(Even) though we didn’t get the national championship. Chip had it where he was at the top of college football. The new (Oregon) coach

(Mark Helfrich) is a great head coach, a lot (of assistants) stayed there. Chip accepted the challenge and I was lucky enough to get to go with him.

“I think Chip is just a guy who wants first and foremost those who fit in with the rest of the staff and with him and he wants people to believe what he believes and that is important to get the staff on one page. The people who went with him really work well with each other.”

Prior to his time in Oregon, Chinander coached tight ends at the University of Northern Iowa from 2004-09, including taking a big part in recruiting with the Panthers. He also assisted with the defensive and special teams scout squads.

“It’s a pretty big deal for us, we’re really excited about it,” said Gene Chinander, his father and high school coach. “When you win your first game, it always makes you happy.

“He could have stayed with the Oregon Ducks, but he decided to stay with Chip, so he’s really happy.

It’s a long way from Allison, Iowa to Philadelphia in more than one way.”

Erik Chinander said that it was a hard choice to make the move.

“There are amazing people at Oregon, facilities, outstanding players to be around,” Chinander said. “But there is always something deep down

Erik Chinander, shown in a media relations photo by the Philadelphia Eagles, is in his first season as assistant defensive line coach with the organization. (Photo courtesy of Philadelphia Eagles) inside you that asks, can I do it at the highest level? ‘Can I get a team that hasn’t been great for a while and bring it up to the highest level?’”

He was also an assistant offensive and defensive line coach at Ellsworth Community College in 2003, coordinating the strength and conditioning programs for the football and both men’s and women’s basketball teams.

As a player at Allison-Bristow High School, he was part of a pair of playoff teams his freshman and sophomore seasons.

The Eagles are 6-5 this season at

Congressman King visits Allison

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Landowners speak out against Clean Line

By JOHN JENSEN The Grundy Register GRUNDY CENTER — Local landowners expressed concern and trepidation while simply wondering why a proposed wind energy corridor needs to cross their land during a public forum about the proposed Rock Island Clean Line last Wednesday at the Grundy Center Community Center.

Clean Line Energy Partners hosted the forum as part of the requirement to obtain a franchise for the line from the Iowa Utilities Board.

The Rock Island Clean Line would extend 500 miles, from a switching station in O’Brien County in northwest Iowa through north central and eastern Iowa to another switching station near Joliet, Ill. According to Clean Line, the corridor

Kiron resident tries to feel rhythm of Butler

By Pat Racette Butler County’s new congressman since 2012 redistricting, Republican Steve King, made a stop in Allison Monday.

In likely one of his first visits to Butler with 39 counties encompassing his district, King said the area felt like home.

“This part of the state is not foreign to me,” he said. “I spent my grade school years in Hancock County, and I’ve traveled through all of Iowa on construction and business…A lot of people would sacrifice a great deal to raise their families in the kind of environment you have here.”

King, who lives in northwest Iowa in Kiron, started a construction business in 1975, before getting elected Congressman 11 years ago. He sold the business to his eldest son, as they will celebrate 40 years as an establishment in 2014.

“Small business teaches you that the sole proprietor that starts out has to know something about everything,” he said. “My concern is regulations keep mounting and are making it harder for small businesses [to exist].

“A common denominator in small communities especially has something to do with leadership that emerges; and when you go into a small robust community on the cutting edge, you think about the leadership that emerges to make the community prosper.”

Serving on the U.S. Agriculture Committee as one of the top senior members, King is trying to work with Democrats to have the House of Representatives pass the new farm bill that he helped pen.

“The Democrats write into it and other chairmen weigh-in in similar fashion,” he said. “We came together and [it was] contentious. We have had to fight together for the last 2 ½ years to get the five-year farm bill passed. If all goes well, we’ll get it in by Christmas.”

The biggest challenge to pass the farm bill is agreeing on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, where a $36 billion disagreement exists between the House and Senate.

The House wants to cut $40 billion, while the Senate sits at $4 billion.

“We’re quite a ways apart, but I sense that is has narrowed some,” he said. “That piece is going to have to come at the conference report

the bye week, but after Philadelphia opened with a win, it lost three straight, hearing criticism from its very vocal fans.

“First and foremost the fans are an awesome, passionate fan base,” Chinander said. “They are going to let you know when they are happy or unhappy and I wouldn’t have that any other way. The season so far has been great, the players have bought in to whatever we ask them to do. Although we had a downfall a little in the season, we are in good position; the spot you want to be in all aspects.”

Butler’s new Congressman after redistricting in 2012, Republican Steve King, visited Allison, business leaders and the logistics Park Monday, expressing the area feels like home to him. (Pat Racette Photo) [to make the deadline].”

During his visit, King also met with Butler business leaders in a round table meeting, before Butler County Development Corporation Director Jeff Kolb introduced the new logistics park in Shell Rock to him. He started the day in Franklin, and eventually made his way to Floyd after Butler.

“We want to feel the rhythm that’s going on in each of the communities,” King said.

“When we can help, and it isn’t always that we can, I find that if you’ve built those relationships and you have networks in place, then you can help.”

King’s network includes five offices in his district, with each serving seven counties.

Merlin Bartz is the district representative fore Butler, having attended a Board of Supervisors meeting last spring and visited with every city clerk and mayor in the county. His office is located in Mason City.

would transport power from Iowa to 1.4 million homes in 14 states east of the Mississippi River and would not provide power to Iowa customers, drawing questions of what benefit the line would have to Grundy County.

The two-hour meeting, one of five held last week across north central and northeast Iowa, featured Iowa Utilities Board representative Jim Sundmeyer explaining the process that Clean Line must go through to obtain a franchise as well as the right of eminent domain, or condemnation, to obtain the right of way needed for the project. He also explained the legal rights of landowners wishing to appeal an eminent domain decision.

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With people looking at table maps Land owners find their property on detailed maps distributed by Clean Line Energy Partners, (John Jensen/The Grundy Register photo)

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What would you take on the Mayflower?

C & Me: Buddies

This week we have spent a lot of time learning about the voyage on the Mayflower. We wondered what it would have been like to be on the ship for 66 days. We all though it would be a little better trip if we could take one of our favorite things. This is what the 4 year olds in Mrs. Uhlenhopp’s preschool would take with them. Enjoy and Happy Thanksgiving!

By Pat Racette

Mission Impossible: Clean upstairs Sleeping in the cleaner of the two rooms, Mom found out where the junk was hiding – in the attic. With a little door on the floor, she got in and went to work piling up thrown clothes and organizing odds and ends that had fallen through the cracks from years of erosion.

Totes – yes totes – was the next play in sorting out materials to use again. Providing storage and orderliness, the one tote on hand was filled before you could say supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

So Kmart was the assignment, however, Colton was riding along on tote duty as well. They came back with four 18-gallon totes, and one remote control car with an orange

• Mission – turn two junky bedrooms into baby and guest rooms in 1 ½ days • Mission Name – Project Nana T Upstairs • Mission Plan – clean and organize tirelessly Mission arrival/departure: Friday night/Sunday morning Last weekend, my mom visited us (family) on an impossible mission – to clean our upstairs area.

She drove up from Des Moines Friday afternoon, but her mission didn’t begin until Saturday when she woke up at 4 a.m.

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Lunch was quickly taken in the dining room, before work picked up in piles of summer clothes that were tossed about the room. Those were quickly folded, organized and whipped into the new storage items, as attention moved to the opposite room where nearly every article clothing Colton had worn or my sister had handed down to us was in.

I was scared of this room. But Nana T was not; she was ready to take care of it.

But I couldn’t stay to see the objective get finished, I was switching places with my wife and watching C downstairs. “Hey C,� I said, entering a crazier atmosphere than the military one upstairs. “Hi daddy,� he smiled ear to ear. “I want to go upstairs and see Nana T.� “No C, let’s just play for a bit,� I seemed to plead. “OK daddy, “ he said.

I think I sighed, but I don’t know if he heard that or not.

Then it was time to play various games to keep the lad entertained and in good spirits, without wandering off to the crazy and wild side.

So I grab his new his new toy, and notice it was already broken. The plastic orange guy’s leg was off his body, and the remote control wasn’t working. “Let’s give him a break, I think he’s tired,� I say to Colton. “No, he’s not tired,� C says. “OK, well let’s let him rest a bit.� “No, he doesn’t need to rest,� he says. “Let’s go see Nana T,� I change the subject. “Yessss,� he says.

But Nana T is in drill sergeant mode, and has no time for shenanigans of a 2 year old. Her focus has switched to garbage bags full of junk since I left. So I take my little buddy back down to our confined area.

We go out to the front porch that has no vents. We watch cars zoom by, and I pull up his workbench so he can begin drilling away.

He drills screws in and out on the plastic board, eventually getting tired and frustrated when he forgets to switch the button to take the screw out.

But overall, I give him a solid B for his effort and willingness to shake off other mishaps. But the workbench is over, so to Farm Animals we go, which is a game exactly like Memory, only you press a bopper, and it pops around to point an arrow at 2, 3 or 4. It means you get to turn over that many cards.

Due to the weekend of ongoing work, I will have to cut this column short and finish it off next week.

Look for how Nana T concludes mission impossible.

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Family Night...

Cub Scouts Pack 26 Family Night was held on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2013. The night included skits, turtle races, and refreshments. The top three winners of the turtle races were (left to right): 1st Place, Michael Hansen; 2nd Place, Jude Landers; 3rd Place, Carl Bacheldor.

A-V grad joins NFL team Since that three-game skid, the Eagles have won five of their last seven including three straight and sit atop the NFC East standings.

The move isn’t altogether a culture shock for Chinander who went from one coast to the other this year. “Obviously, it’s a big difference the size of the area and that kind of thing, a different culture,â€? Chinander said. “People need to remember, people are how you are raised. In Butler County and Allison, Iowa‌ people who are raised really well, it has prepared us wherever we want to go, whether living in Waterloo, Iowa City, the West Coast to East Coast; the transition hasn’t been difficult.â€?

And Chinander has a core base of fellow Iowans with the Eagles, including starting cornerback out of Iowa, Bradley Fletcher, as well as center Julian Vandevelde (Iowa) and rookie linebacker Jake Knott (Iowa State) who are on the two-deep roster. “We have four or five (Iowa) guys,� Chinander said. “A couple of the guys are starting – the thing you notice is they come to work every day – they know how to work. They are true professionals to be around.�

As a professional football assistant coach, his work often takes him to the office before the sun goes up until long after the sun goes down. “There is so much that goes into it, film breakdown, game plans, what we do each week,� Chinander said. “Individually, we teach players the game plan and go out in practice and are drilling what you were taught in the classroom and teaching what you want them to do. They know their

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Like any NFL team, the Eagles had injuries to deal with on the defensive line. “Defensively, we’ve had a few (injuries) – not as many as you’d think,� said Chinander. “Professional players hitting every week have to deal with it, so is everybody else; the thing is the back-ups we have, have done a nice job stepping in and taking over.�

And, for all of the success as of late, he still calls Allison home. “I haven’t been home since summer; I enjoy living where I am now, but I miss home,� he said. “It’s always home for me.�

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Clubs & Meetings WRITERS GROUP There will be a Writers Group meeting on Tuesday, December 3 at 7:00 p.m. at the Community Room of the Allison Public Library. Writers of all ages and levels of experience are welcome. The writing challenge this month is “Gifts�. Refreshments will be served.

If you have any questions, call Robyn Mulder at 319-267-2639. ________ BUTLER COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS The Butler County Soil and Water Conservation District Commissioners will have their next regular meeting on Thursday, December 5.

The Annual Work Plan is starting at 10:00 a.m. with the regular SWCD meeting at 1:00 at the USDA Service Center in Allison.

The agenda includes: Approval of CRP Plans & revisions, CSP, EQIP, and State and REAP cost share applications. The meeting is open to the public. ________

Wednesday Night Mixed Hot Shot League Date Bowled: Wednesday, 11/20/13 Wyffel’s Hybrids 31-17 Dralle’s Dept. Store 29.5-18.5 Emerald Door Inn 24.5-23.5 Allison Pharmacy 24-24 Sonya’s Salon 18-30 A&M Electric 17-31 High Game / High Series Dick Reser 230,213/602, Cody Gethmann 222,201/600, Dave Iverson 217/574, Jack Majewski 219/555, Darin Trees 530, Derek Lines 201/517, Justin Abell 205/510, Clark Freesemann 210/511, Randy

Waverly Health Center (WHC) will host the following events on Tuesday, December 3: • Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group – noon to 1 p.m.

This group meets monthly and is designed to provide education and support to caregivers as they care for their loved one. • “Stronger After Strokeâ€?

Support Group – 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Gentle stretching, exercise and yoga will be offered at 6:30 p.m.

Those who have had a stroke, no matter how long ago, and their caregivers are all welcome.

Both events are free and will be held in Tendrils Rooftop Garden on the WHC campus.

Please park in the Red Lot and enter through the Tendrils Rooftop Garden event entrance, located south of the Center Pharmacy drive-up.

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HOLSTEIN – VT Industries, Inc., the North American leader in the production of architectural wood doors, has signed an agreement to acquire Creative Composites, Ltd., a leader in the innovation and production of STC (Sound Transmission Class) and fire core materials for the architectural door industry. “Creative Composites is an important building block for VT Industries in our constant push to continuously improve our leadership position in the industry,� said Jason Farver, vice president of VT’s architectural wood door division. “We feel Creative

2014 Undergraduate 4-H Scholarships

Iowa 4-H members are eligible to apply for 4-H scholarships if they meet individual scholarship requirements (i.e. designated college and/or major program of study, county of residence, 4-H event participation, etc.)

Applicants must enroll as a fulltime student (minimum of 12 credit hours) to receive scholarship awards.

Only one application form is needed for all Iowa 4-H scholarships. Eligible Iowa 4-H youth may apply for more than one scholarship, however; only one scholarship per individual

Benefit to be held for Holly Kellum family Holly Kellum passed away on Thursday, November 14, at her residence in Allison. She was married to Shane Kellum and had two daughters, April and Katy. In September Holly was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer that started in her pancreas and spread to her liver, lungs, spleen, brain and bones.

Holly was the daughter of Scott and Lori Soldwisch and the granddaughter of Hilda Tutijer and the late Eime Tutijer of Allison. She was a Waverly-Shell Rock 1997 graduate.

A benefit for the Kellum family will be held on Saturday, December

The Lloyd, Inc. and Mahr Family 4-H Scholarships are open to former Iowa 4-H members who have been accepted to the ISU College of Veterinary Medicine.

Application Deadline All 2014 Veterinary Medicine 4-H Scholarships application materials must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. on April 1 for consideration.

Butler County REC offers scholarship opportunities Butler County Rural Electric Cooperative (REC) takes great pride in helping develop rural leaders in the region. To that end, the cooperative is offering $1,000 college scholarships to local students to recognize their academic and community achievements.

Dependents of Butler County REC members are eligible to apply for a scholarship for tuition at a twoyear or four-year college (including vocational and technical schools).

Two scholarships will be awarded.

One will be chosen from Butler County REC and another from within the entire Corn Belt Power Cooperative service territory.

The scholarship opportunities are part of a program administered by Basin Electric Power Cooperative, a wholesale power supplier to 135 electric cooperatives in nine states, including Butler County REC. Basin Electric’s scholarship program began in 1990 and is considered an

investment in the economic future of rural areas.

Recipients are selected on the basis of academic record, potential to succeed, leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, and a statement of education and career goals.

The scholarships must be used for educational costs, and the student must enter college in the fall of the school year for which the scholarship is given. Checks will be made payable to the school and will be distributed to the school by Basin Electric. Scholarships will be distributed in August.

Applications are available at Butler County REC’s office, online at www. butlerrec.coop, or by calling Robin Wagner at 319-267-2726. Area high school guidance counselors may also have application materials. Submit applications to Butler County REC no later than Feb. 1, 2014.

7 from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Boyd Building in Shell Rock. A freewill donation meal will be served. There will be a raffle, silent auction from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and live auction at 4:00 p.m. Silent/live auction and raffle items include: recliner, handmade cabin dollhouse, handmade Adirondack chair, quilts, framed artwork and much more.

For donations or questions, please contact Lori Soldwisch at 319-4043864. An account is set up at the Security State Bank in Waverly or Shell Rock for the Holly Kellum Benefit, c/o Scott and Lori Soldwisch.

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Open to current high school juniors in eastern Iowa, this program offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable leadership skills and earn a 4-H Scholarship. You do not need to be a current Iowa 4-H member to apply for the Leadership Scholarship program.

Application Deadline All 2014 Hills Bank and Trust Leadership Grant application materials must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 1 for consideration.

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4-H offers scholarship opportunities Are you an Iowa 4-H’er planning to attend college?

The Iowa 4-H Foundation knows it’s not easy to finance a college education, and know that many Iowa 4-H’ers can use help achieving their educational goals. Consider applying for an Iowa 4-H Scholarship, funded by donors through the Iowa 4-H Foundation.

Designed to encourage Iowa 4-H members to continue their education beyond high school, the current scholarship program offers 69 scholarships worth $63,200. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $3,500.

Check eligibility requirements and instructions for applications at iowa4hfoundation.org.

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Based on their level of giving, donors may receive one of six star ornaments as a tribute to their loved one.

WATERLOO – Cedar Valley Hospice announces their annual holiday fundraising campaign, Tree of Love.

This campaign provides an opportunity to honor a loved one during this holiday season, while helping Cedar Valley Hospice continue to care for terminally ill patients and grieving families.

All individuals making donations to Cedar Valley Hospice will receive one of six star ornaments or a commemorative bookmark.

Tree of Love ceremonies will be held in Waverly, Tuesday, December 3 at 6:45 p.m. at the Wa-

verly Civic Center; in Independence, Thursday, December 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Assisted Living facility; in Waterloo on Sunday, December 8, at 1:30 p.m. at Sunnyside Country Club and in Grundy Center on Sunday, December 8, at 1:30 p.m. at the Grundy Center Community Center. Each ceremony will include a reflection, music and refreshments.

For more information on the Tree of Love Campaign, please call (319) 272-2002 or visit www.cvhospice. org.

Cedar Valley Hospice is a notfor-profit, multi-service agency, providing comprehensive palliative and end-of-life care to terminally ill individuals, support for patients’ families, and services to those who grieve. Services through Cedar Valley Hospice are available to anyone suffering from any life-limiting illness, regardless of their age, diagnosis or ability to pay. Grief support is available to anyone in the -MORETREE OF LOVE – ADD ONE community struggling with the death of a loved one and is offered free of charge. Cedar Valley Hospice serves Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Grundy, Tama, parts of Benton, Chickasaw, Delaware, Fayette, Hardin, Linn and Marshall counties.

Connellys earn 2013 conservation award Kay and Shirley Connelly were selected as the Region 3 winners of the Iowa Soil Conservation Awards Program for 2013.

Butler County Soil and Water Conservation District commissioners nominated them for the award.

Kay is well known in the agricultural community for his many years with the Iowa State University Extension Service. During his 25 years as an area crop specialist, Kay held many meetings, field demonstrations and tours to promote the use of conservation tillage, integrated pest management and sound management of soil fertility.

For the past 23 years, he has been the co-owner and operator of C8MP Ltd., an independent crop consulting business. Through his business, Kay continues to promote the use of best

management practices to control soil erosion and protect water quality.

He excels in helping producers find balance between agronomic, economic and environmental needs on farms to maintain high levels of crop production while protecting valuable natural resources.

He owns and operates, through notill farming, maintenance of existing terraces and a variety of integrated pest management and nutrient management techniques.

Approximately 125 acres of his operation is currently in the Conservation Reserve Program, using a variety of cover types such as field windbreaks, diverse native prairie seeding, hardwood tree plantings and a shallow water area to provide excellent wildlife habitat.

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Church Directory ACKLEYWashington Reformed Church 28182 Birch Ave Phone # 641-847-2817 Rev. Jack D. Ritsema, Pastor Service Times: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship; 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship.

ALLISONAllison Bible Church 108 Pfaltzgraff St. Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:15 a.m. Bible Hour; 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Wednesday, Dec. 4: 7:00 p.m.

Lord’s Supper and Prayer Allison Congregational Church Ralph Wedeking Pastor Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School & Confirmation; 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service.

St. James Lutheran Church Pastor Jeffrey A. Blank Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:00 a.m. Worship with Holy Communion; 10:00 Sunday School Wednesday, Dec. 4: 12:00 noon W-ELCA Christmas Program & Potluck; 6:00 p.m. 7 & 8 Grade Confirmation; 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice Saturday, Dec. 7: 9:30 a.m. WELCA Advent Program at Elm Springs Trinity Reformed Church Pastor Gary Mulder 614 Cherry St. 319-267-2982 Note: Handicap Accessible Services are broadcast live on Dumont Cable Channel 998.

Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:00 a.m. Worship; 10:00 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 5:00 p.m.

Small Gr. Wednesday, Dec. 4: 6:30 p.m.

Middle School Youth Group; 6:30 p.m. Youth Group Thursday, Dec. 5: 7:00 p.m. Elders/Deacons Meetings; 7:45 p.m.

Consistory APLINGTONHitesville Gospel Hall R.R., Aplington Sunday, Dec. 1 10:00 a.m. Ministry of the Word; 11:00 a.m. Worship;

7:00 p.m. Gospel Service Wednesday, Dec. 4: 7:30 p.m.

Prayer Meeting and Bible Study AREDALE, BRISTOW AND DUMONTNew Hope Parish United Methodist Churches Pastor Ann Donat Aredale Sunday, Dec. 1: 8:00 a.m. Worship Service Dumont Sunday, Dec. 1: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.

BRISTOWBristow Church of Christ Justin Briney, Minister Ph: 641-775-3301 Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:00 a.m. Coffee and goodies; 9:30 a.m. Bible School for all ages; 10:15 a.m. Worship Service; 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship.

Reformed Church, Bristow Kesley Presbyterian Church Pastor Tamara Entin Cell: 515-293-0928 Home: 515-532-2274 Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:30 a.m. Worship at Bristow.

CLARKSVILLE – Peace for your soul, In a peaceful setting.

Unity Presbyterian Church Ridge Avenue & 220th St. One mile south of Hwy. 3 Pastor Christine Kaplunas Sunday, December 1: 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service.

St. John Lutheran Church 204 N. Washington 278-4765 Friday, November 29: Offices closed for Thanksgiving holiday.

Sunday, December 1: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship/ Communion.

Monday, December 2: 7:00 p.m.

Handbell practice.

Tuesday, December 3: 1:30 p.m.

Women’s Bible Study.

Wednesday, December 4: 6:15 p.m. Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. Dartball here with Pleasant Valley.

Community United Methodist Church 309 W. Superior Street Pastor Dan Fernandez Community-Shell Rock UMC Office 885-4554 Pastor Dan cell: 515-729-7079 Handicapped Accessible Saturday, November 30: 9:00 a.m. Decorate Tree and sanctuary.

Sunday, December 1: First Sunday in Advent - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service/ Communion.

Immanuel United Church of Christ 203 S. Mather Street 319-278-4224 Sunday, December 1: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship/ No Communion/Advent.

Monday, December 2: 1:00 p.m.

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Wednesday, December 4: 9:00 a.m. Bible Study; No Council; 6:00 p.m. Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. Bible Study & Dartball.

Thursday, December 5: 12:00 Noon Potluck Dinner.

New Life Lutheran Congregation Unity Presbyterian Church Ridge Avenue & 220th St. One mile south of Hwy. 3 Rev. Kris Snyder, Pastor 1st, 2nd and 5th Sundays; 3rd and 4th Sundays Galen Eiben, Lay Pastor Sunday, December 1: 8:00 a.m.

Worship/Holy Communion.

Church of Christ 302 S. Elizabeth Street Val Swinton, Pastor 278-4416 Sunday, December 1: 8:45 a.m.

Coffee & Donuts; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship Service; 6:30 p.m. Bible Study.

Wednesday, December 4: 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Sonbeams.

PLAINFIELD – First Baptist Church 809 Main Street 319-276-4889 Pastor Shawn Geer Sunday, December 1: 9:15 a.m.

Sunday School – all ages; 10:30 a.m.

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Peace United Church of Christ 1800 11th Street SE 319-352-3151 Pastor Jonathan Hennings Sunday, December 1: 8:30 a.m.

Sunday School; 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.

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ROSEVILLESt. Mary Church Roseville, IA Msgr. Walter Brunkan, Pastor Saturdays: 7:00 p.m.

Sundays: 8:30 a.m.

SHELL ROCK – United Methodist Church 204 S. Prairie Street Pastor Dan Fernandez 319-885-4554 Sunday, December 1: 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service.

Peace Lutheran Church (LCMS) 121 East Washington Pastor Michael Knox 319-231-9761 Sundays 9:30 a.m. KXEL AM Radio Bible Class The Double Edged Sword Saturday, November 30: 5:00 p.m. Worship; 6:00 p.m. Bible Class.

Faith Lutheran Church 422 N. Prairie Street Pastor Kim Smith 319-885-4547 Email: faithsr@butler-bremer. com Sunday, December 1: 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service; 10:00 a.m. Sunday School; 10:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service.

Wednesday, December 4: 7:00 p.m. Evening Worship Service.

James Lee “Jim” Chesnut, 62, of Clarksville, Iowa, was pronounced dead early Tuesday morning, November 19, 2013, at the Floyd County Hospital, Charles City, Iowa, from complications of a pulmonary embolism.

Jim was born on October 3, 1951, in Waverly, Iowa, the son of Reid Leroy Chesnut and Mary Ellen (Ingersoll) Brown. He attended the Clarksville school system, graduating in 1969, from the Clarksville High School. Following his schooling, Jim worked for the Voss’s Mill Elevator in Clarksville, and on February 3, 1971, he entered the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Jim was honorably discharged on July 1, 1972, and returned to the Clarksville area where he attended the University of Northern Iowa for a short period and also continued serving his country with the U.S. Army reserves until February 2, 1977. Jim worked for Tasco Company in Shell Rock, and then attended Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, where he studied Horticulture. In 1978, Jim worked for the SchieldBantam Company in Waverly and then worked for Cable T.V. starting in 1979. Jim then began working for Butler-Bremer Communications in

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Jim was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly. In his spare time, Jim - better known as “Cheese” enjoyed playing golf and was an avid Iowa Hawkeye Fan. What gave Jim the most enjoyment was spending time with family and friends, especially his wife, two daughters, son-in-law, and five grandchildren.

He is survived his wife, Vickie (Crotty) Chesnut of Clarksville, Iowa; his two daughters, Jennifer “Jeni” (Will) Walker of Des Moines, Iowa, Elizabeth “Libi” Chesnut of Clarksville, Iowa; five grandchildren, Jacob Norton, Jayden, Tyson, Keyana and Teyvien Walker; his mother, Mary Brown of St. Louis, Missouri; two brothers, Dennis (Nancy) Chesnut of Charles City, Iowa, Jeff (Vickie) Chesnut of Clarksville, Iowa; three sisters, Kathy Chesnut, Debbie Borgetti (Gary Spurgeon) of St. Louis, Missouri, Laurie (Jay) Taylor of West Virginia; two sisters-in-law, Cheryl (Dan) Breitbach of Waverly, Iowa, Pam (Vern) Meyer of Osage; eight step-brothers and sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many nephews, nieces, and great-nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his father, Reid; his step-mother, Maxine; and his step-father, Charlie.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 22, 2013, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Waverly, with Pastor Deborah Coble-Wise officiating. Burial was in Harlington Cemetery in Waverly, with military honors conducted by the Waverly Area Veterans Group. Memorials may be directed to the family for a memorial direction to be established at a later date. Online condolences for Jim’s family may be left at www. kaisercorson.com.

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Open Bible Church 1013 E. Bremer Ave. Senior Pastor Rev. Marvin Talamantez Ph: 319-352-2038 Sunday, Dec. 1: 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship; Coffee Corner: Sundays at 9:45 a.m.

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VILMARSt. John’s Lutheran Church Pastor Mark Walker St. John’s is Handicap Accessible.

Sunday, Dec. 1: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School & Confirmation; 10:00 a.m.

Worship Service with Holy Communion, Coffee & Fellowship Wednesday, Dec. 4: No Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. Choir Practice Saturday, Dec. 7: 7:00 a.m. Prayer at Elm Springs WAVERLYSt. Mary’s Catholic Church 2700 Horton Road Fr. Dave Schatz 319-352-2493 Eucharistic Liturgies: Saturday 5:15 p.m. and Sunday 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

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Wednesday, December 4: 5:30 p.m. Confirmation; 6:00 p.m. Midweek Classes.

Obituaries

PLEASANT VALLEY – First United Church of Christ 31015 150th Street, Clarksville 319-276-4443 Rev. Peter Wenzel, Minister Sunday, December 1: 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School; 10:00 a.m. Worship.

GREENEFirst Presbyterian Church 319 East Traer Streets P.O. Box 160 Greene, IA 50636-0160 Jenny Ehlers, Pastor pcgreen@omnitelcom.com Sunday, Dec. 1: 8:30 a.m. Worship Followed by Fellowship

NASHUASt. John’s United Church of Christ, Pleasant Hill 10009 Union Ave. Nashua, IA 50658 Like us on facebook: St. John’s UCC-Pleasant HillNashua Rev. Jessica Margrave Shirm

Friday, November 29: Parish Office closed.

Saturday, November 30: 4:30 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:15 p.m.

Mass; Giving Tree.

Sunday, December 1: 8:00 a.m.

Mass/Children’s Liturgy of the Word; 10:00 a.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy of the Word; Giving Tree; 11:00 a.m. Generations of Faith.

Monday, December 2: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Choir Rehearsal.

United Methodist Church 404 2nd Street Pastor Catherine Orth Church - 319-276-3195 Cell – 319-231-2117 Office Hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Thursday, 1-3 p.m.

Sunday, December 1: 9:00 a.m.

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First Baptist Church 223 W. Washington Street Shell Rock, IA 50670 Pastor Alan V. Dicks Sunday, Dec. 1: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Worship Service; 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesdays: 6:30-8:00 p.m.

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St. Peter Lutheran Church 324 E. Traer, Greene Gary Hatcher, Pastor 641-816-5531 Sunday, Dec, 1: 9:00 a.m. Worship with Traditional Holy Communion; 10:00 a.m. Fellowship, Sunday School, Luther League then put up the Christmas Tree; 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Christmas Program Practice; 11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Holy Communion Wednesday, Dec. 4: 7:00 a.m.

Men’s Bible Study; 10:00 a.m. Service of Prayer & Healing; 5:00 p.m.

Soup Supper; 7:00 p.m. Advent Worship; 8:00 p.m. Church Council; 8:00 p.m. Pack Candy/Peanut Bags for Sunday School Saturday, Dec, 7: 6:00 p.m. Worship

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Thursday, December 5: 9:00 a.m.

Women’s Bible Study.

Saturday, December 7: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Youth bake sale at the Borlaug Center.

DUMONTDumont Reformed Church (641) 857-3514 Pastors Jeff and April Fiet Sundays: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School (age 3 through high school); 10:00 a.m. Worship (Nursery Care Provided Each Week; Communion on the First Sunday of each Month) Wednesdays: 7:00 p.m. RCYF (youth group for 8th-12th grade)

St. Mary’s Catholic Church Msgr. Walter Brunkan, Pastor Sunday, Dec. 1: 10:00 a.m. Mass.

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Ray was baptized in 1924 and confirmed in 1938 at the United Church of Christ, Pleasant Valley. On January 10, 1959, Ray was united in marriage to Irma Johnson at the United Church of Christ, Pleasant Valley.

In his younger years Ray worked for various farmers in Butler County. Ray then went to work in 1948, for the grain elevator in Plainfield (Roach Farms later Farmers Coop) until he retired in 1986.

Ray was a lifelong member of United Church of Christ, Pleasant Valley. He enjoyed scrabble, numbers, Chicago Cubs, driving through the country watching the farmer’s progress, visiting with friends, however, what Ray enjoyed most was his family.

Ray’s memory is honored by: his daughter, Marilyn (William) Hardee of Shell Rock; six grandchildren, Windy (Mark) Jones of Waverly, Billie Hardee of Waverly, Bobbie (Bret) Resop of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Calla (Tony) McCumber of Shell Rock, Caitlin Hardee of Mason City, and Andrew Hardee of Shell Rock; five great-grandchildren, Hannah Jones, Tyler and Evan Resop, Dalton Asche, and Kaycie McCumber; and a brother, Clarence Wedeking of Shell Rock. He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Irma in 2001; a son, Richard Wedeking in Infancy; two sisters, Lily Schrage and Florence Wedeking; and a brother, Herman Wedeking.

Funeral service was held on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at the First Baptist Church in Plainfield with Pastor Alan Dicks officiating. Burial followed at Willow Lawn Cemetery in Plainfield. Memorials may be directed to Ray’s family and online condolences may be left at www. kaisercorson.com.

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Editorial The Clover Connection Nancy Jensen Butler County CYC nejensen@iastate.edu

By Don Blau Sports Bullies Bullies appear everywhere – in everyday happenings – even in the sports world. Bullies are found not only at malls, movie theaters, in classrooms or walking school hallways; they easily can be your teammate on an athletic squad or even boisterous fans cheering from the bleachers.

The current buzz word spreading the country is ‘Bullying’. And what an important issue to address!

Headlining sports pages recently are accusations of bullying at the professional level between teammates in the NFL. If this behavior is transpiring at the highest level of sports play, is it also occurring at youth level sports? High school sports? In college athletics? What is being done to eliminate bullying from all levels of sports?

Every age of athletes are subject to bullying.

A personal example of possible bullying recently came to light as I thumbed through an old high school yearbook scanning the entire section dedicated to student organizations. Looking specifically for the Letterman’s Club photo I scanned the marching band, glee club, Model United Nations, and even the NFL (National Forensics League, not National Football League) clubs. These included classmates from decades ago who enjoyed high school days bully free, or did they? Were my ex-classmates teased or the target of playful jokes? Harmless banter among friends. Were they bullied?

I located the Letterman’s page with nearly 70 athletes pictured – sandwiched between the cheerleaders and the G.R.A. (Girl’s Recreation Association) pictures. Remembering the process of becoming a member of the coveted letterman’s club, one first needed to earn an athletic letter in a varsity sport. Then the re-

quirement was to finish an initiation process which upon completion allowed you to officially be a participant within the brotherhood of the varsity elite.

Initiation involved playful teasing and pranks and antics introduced by the upperclassman letter winners.

These would include tasks such as carrying books, running errands, singing songs, and other simple acts.

Was this harmless fun amongst high school aged athletes under coaches’ supervision or was this a form of premature sports bullying? Or was it ‘A rite of passage’ in the sports world.

All good coaches have the power and responsibility to create a positive culture for their team. On all sports squads the coaches definitely can set the stage on how the players treat one another. An atmosphere of respect, support, kindness and team unity should always be prevalent.

Coaches and sports administrators all need to proclaim that they will not tolerate players bullying teammates or opponents.

Teammates need to be accountable for their actions and how impact of their decisions can affect their team.

They need to have kindness, empathy, fair play and always work on developing good peer relations.

And most important, parents and coaches need to always work together.

Reading a statement recently from Amanda Goodman, KWWL News Anchor, she states, “Bullying continues to be a problem because there is no accountability‌we all know it takes a village to raise a child. So I think it’s time the village steps in.

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Who do you see?

If you were asked what a farmer “looked� like, what would your answer be? Do all farmers look alike?

Who can be called a farmer? Are all farmers old and bald, wearing caps and bib overalls? Can a farmer be a female?

These are the types of questions one can “see� the answers to during the Faces Of Our Farmers photo exhibit which will be held December 5, 2013 from 4 – 6 pm at the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center in Cedar Falls.

In charge of the display is Rachel Wobeter from the Northeast Iowa Food and Farming Partnership housed on the UNI campus.

In the search for an answer to the question “Where does our food come from?�, a UNI student spent a summer photographing both farms and producers in the Cedar Valley.

These same farms and producers are currently supplying food for families, restaurants and institutions.

Do YOU know where YOUR food comes from? Unless you live on a farm and grow or raise all your food, you may not really know.

We all buy lettuce at the grocery store and we assume it has been grown and harvested using Good Agricultural Practices, but the re-

cent disease outbreaks have shown that this might not be true.

How do you “see� a farmer? Is it the guy with the biggest equipment and the most land? Is it the lady who raises chickens to sell to local restaurants? Is it the family who milks cows twice a day, 365 days a year?

Is it the owner of fruit and vegetable roadside stands? Is it the lady who makes cheese from the milk of her goats?

We might all “see� and define a farmer differently, but one thing is consistent – the world needs its farmers! Every farmer feeds about 155 people worldwide today, compared to only 25.8 people in 1960.

(Not sure how the .8 person felt about that!)

As you go about your holiday preparations the next few weeks, set aside some time on December 5 between 4 and 6 pm to check out the photo display Faces Of Our Farmers at the Gallagher Bluedorn Center in Cedar Falls.

Which face will speak to you?

Which one will you recognize as the “real� farmer? Don’t be misled; the faces are all farmers and they are members of the Cedar Valley.

Check it out and next time you see a “farmer�, tell him or her “Thanks�!

Fishing Report 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 fishing the deeper holes, drop-offs and current breaks.

Interior river fishing has been good to excellent for walleye. Trophysized smallmouth bass are being caught while fishing for walleye.

Anglers are using a jig and twister combination tipped with a minnow.

North Prairie Lake will be stocked with trout Nov. 22. Trout streams are

in excellent shape.

For more information, call the district office in Manchester at 563927-3276.

For lake locations, maps and other information, go to www.iowadnr. gov/Fishing/FishingReports.aspx The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issues a weekly fishing report on Thursdays in an effort to provide the latest information heading into the weekend.

The weekly fishing report is compiled from information gathered from local bait shops, angler creel survey, and county and state parks staff.

For current information, contact the district fisheries office.

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Linda Upmeyer Newsletter 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 over-collection 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 one-time 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.

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MENUS Allison Meals on Wheels Monday, Dec. 2: Baked chicken, potato wedges, diced beets, pumpkin pie Tuesday, Dec. 3: Beef roast, boiled potatoes, creamed carrots, pudding Wednesday, Dec. 4: Gumbo pork chops, parsley potatoes, pineapple coleslaw, peaches Thursday, Dec. 5: Turkey sandwich, potatoes/gravy, broccoli/ cauliflower, cherries Friday, Dec. 6: Baked cod, scalloped potatoes, Capri vegetables, sherbet HAMPTON-DUMONT SCHOOLS BREAKFAST & LUNCH MENUS Breakfast: 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m.

Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Served FREE for ages 1 to 18!

There is a charge for Adults.

Monday, Dec. 2: Breakfast: Breakfast bagel, fruit Lunch: Chicken fajita, tortilla shell, peppers & onions, orange wheels Tuesday, Dec. 3: Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, toast, peaches Lunch: Taco soup, corn chips, baby carrots, applesauce Wednesday, Dec. 4: Breakfast: Pancakes/syrup, sausage patty, fruit juice Lunch: Battered fried fish, buttered sandwich, peas, cottage cheese, pineapple Thursday, Dec. 5: Breakfast: Breakfast cookie, yogurt, applesauce Lunch: Beef burger/bun, French fries, broccoli/cheese, mandarin oranges Friday, Dec. 6: Breakfast: Biscuit & Gravy, fruit juice Lunch: Mini corn dogs, mixed veggies, peanut butter sandwich (912), apricots All meals include milk and are subject to change.

There is a 50¢ charge for lunch seconds for ALL students.

Fresh fruits & vegetables, whole grain breads & pastas are used whenever possible.

Hawkeye Valley Area Agency Aging MENU Monday, December 2: A: Chicken Pot Pie, Green Beans, Corn O’Brien, Biscuit, and Fresh Fruit B: Roast Beef, Swiss Cheese, Tomato Wedges, Beet Salad, Multi Grain Bread, Fresh Fruit, and Mustard Tuesday, December 3: A: Meatball Stroganoff, Mixed Beans, Green Peas, Wheat Bread, Citrus Fruit Cup, and Margarine B: Chef Salad, Orange Juice, Wheat Bread, Citrus Fruit Cup, Assorted Salad Dressing, and Margarine Wednesday, December 4: A: Honey Mustard Chicken, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Multi Grain Bread, Pineapple

Tidbits, and Margarine B: Creole Steak, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts, Multi Grain Bread, Pineapple Tidbits, and Margarine Thursday, December 5: A: Pork Rib Patty, Baked Pinto Beans, Fiesta Vegetables, Multi Grain Bread, Fresh Banana, and Margarine B: Tomato & Rice Soup, Honey Mustard Chicken Salad, Corn Salad, Multi Grain Bread, Fresh Banana, and Margarine Friday, December 6: A: Hamburger Steak with Gravy, Ranch Whipped Potatoes, Cauliflower & Carrots, Multi Grain Bread, Peaches with Pears and Mandarin Oranges, and Margarine B: Chicken & Noodles, Whipped Potatoes, Cauliflower & Carrots, Multi Grain Bread, Peaches with Pears and Mandarin Oranges, and Margarine There are two menu options on most days of the month. Both congregate and home delivered meals may choose between option A and option B. Meals must be ordered in advance. All meals must be ordered by 9 a.m. the day before receiving a meal. Preference for Option A or B must be given at time of order – if no preference is given, Option A will be served.

Meals are served at the Greene Community Center (202 West South Street) Monday through Friday, for reservations call 641-823-4422.

Meals are also served at the Dumont Legion Hall on Wednesdays, for reservations call 641-857-6231.

Home delivered meals are also available. For more information call 319-272-1767 or toll free at 877538-0508.

North Butler Community School District Breakfast/Lunch School Menus Monday, Dec. 2: Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit Lunch: Crispito, lettuce, shredded cheese, carrot sticks, refried beans, peaches, crackers Tuesday, Dec. 3: Breakfast: Egg patty, toast, fruit Lunch: Rib patty/bun, French fries, beets, fruit, bread-1 1/2 Wednesday, Dec. 4: Breakfast: Cereal, toast, fruit Lunch: Tater tot casserole, mixed vegetables, applesauce, bread-2, jelly Thursday, Dec. 5: Breakfast: Pancakes, sausage patty Lunch: Shrimp poppers, has browns, peas & carrots, fruit, salad/ dressing, crackers Friday, Dec. 6: Breakfast: Donuts, fruit; MS: Breakfast pizza, fruit Lunch: Cheese pizza, salad/ dressing, fresh veggies, fruits Breakfast includes orange juice and milk.

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Wednesday November 27th - We will begin our day with a game of Bowling in the lounge area. This afternoon we will be having a Thanksgiving Discussion. Today is known as "National Tie One On Day" - The purpose of this day is to put the give back into Thanksgiving by wrapping a loaf of bread of other baked goods in an apron and tuck a prayer or note of encouragement in the pocket and give it to someone.

Thursday November 28th Happy Thanksgiving! We will not be having a scheduled activity today, so that residents may enjoy the day with their loved ones. The first national Thanksgiving proclamation was issued by President George Washington in 1789.

Friday November 29th - We will be playing Balloon Volleyball this morning in the lounge area. This afternoon we will be playing 50 Point Dice. Today is known as "National Day of Listening" - The object of this day is to encourage people to celebrate the stories of loved ones by interviewing them and recording their memories.

Saturday November 30th - We will be having some Balloon Fun today in the lounge area. Come out this evening to enjoy a movie or Lawrence Welk. I'm sure there will be some good Christmas movies to choose from, now that the holiday season is upon us! Today is known as National Mousse Day. Sunday December 1st - Devotions will be led by the First Presbyterian Church this afternoon at 2:00pm. Today is known as "Eat a Red Apple Day".

Monday December 2nd - We will be holding our monthly Resident's Council this morning in the lounge

area. This afternoon we will begin our holiday season with our activity "Deck the Halls", and we hope you all come out to see what we have planned! ON THIS DAY - in 1949, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, sung by Gene Autry, hit the record charts. Robert May, a copywriter for the Montgomery Ward company, came up with the character Rudolph, a red-nosed outcast reindeer who saves Christmas, for a Christmas coloring book the store gave to children. May's brother-in-law, Johnny Marks, a radio producer and songwriter, turned the story into a song that was eventually recorded by Autry.

Tuesday December 3rd - Come out to the lounge area this morning, as we will be playing Penny Pitch.

This afternoon, we will be playing Dominoes in the dining area. DID YOU KNOW - The birthstone for the month of December is the Turquoise, and the flower is the Narcissus or Holly.

Morning and afternoon exercise groups are held Monday through Friday prior to activites. Social time is held at 2:30 or when afternoon activities area completed.

You may visit us at www.liebeinc. com or in person at 108 South High in Greene. Can you believe it is already December? Here are some old-wives' tales for the month of December; "If leaves wither and hang on the bough, it betokens a frosty winter." "Rain before church on a Sunday in December means rain all week." "If December be changeable and mild, the whole winter will remain a child." "Burning wood pops more before a snowstorm" and, "If the first snow sticks to the trees, it foretells a bountiful harvest."

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New Nonfiction My Story by Elizabeth Smart & Chris Stewart…Speaking out for the first time, the daughter of a closeknit Mormon family, who was held captive and repeatedly raped, recounts the constant fear she endured, her courageous determination to maintain hope, her dramatic escape and her transformation from victim to advocate.

New Adult Fiction Dust by Patricia Cornwell… Returning to Cambridge after attending one of the worst mass killings in U.S. history, an exhausted Scarpetta investigates the murder of a young graduate student who is subsequently linked to bizarre homicides in Washington, D.C., where Scarpetta's FBI agent husband is tracking down a serial killer.

I Only Have Eyes for You by Bella Andre…Her twin sister’s marriage kindles in Sophie Sullivan a passion for a childhood friend who has grown up to be quite the bad-boy ladies’ man.

Accused by Lisa Scottoline…

When a 13-year-old genius and member of the most powerful family in the country believes that the man imprisoned for killing her sister

six years earlier is innocent, the allfemale law firm of Rosato & Associates agree to reopen the case and find out if justice was really served all those years ago.

New Young Adult Fiction Battle of the Ampere by Richard Paul Evans…A highly charged latest installment in the best-selling series by the author of The Christmas Box finds Michael and his friends continuing their fight against the Elgen and their nefarious plans to conquer the world.

Dare Me by Eric Devine… When Ben and his buddies Ricky and John create daredevil Internet videos that go viral, a mysterious source offers to fund the stunts but begins to make increasingly dangerous demands of the boys until it threatens to become more than Ben can take.

Upcoming Events Dec. 3 – Board Meeting 4:30 Dec. 5- Thursday Things Children’s program 4:00-4:45 Dec. 7 – Open House - get your picture taken with Santa 9:00-11:00 Dec.12 – Movie Day for Adults featuring The Christmas Shoes 1:00 Dec. 12- Thursday Things Children’s program 4:00-4:45

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A mayoral candidate’s brother is released from prison twenty-five years after pleading guilty to the murder of his girlfriend, a situation that leads to the re-opening of the case.

WINNERS by Danielle Steel . . . Lily Thomas is an aspiring ski champion training for the Olympics, a young woman with her heart set on winning the gold. But in one moment, Lily’s future is changed forever, her hopes for the Olympics swept away in a tragic accident.

JUST WHAT KIND OF MOTHER ARE YOU by Paula Daly . . .

Lisa Kallisto—overwhelmed working mother—is the not-so-perfect model of the modern woman. She holds down a busy job running an animal shelter, she cares for three demanding children, and she worries that her marriage isn’t getting enough attention. During an impossibly hectic week, Lisa takes her eye off the ball for a moment and her world descends into a living nightmare. Not only is her best friend’s thirteen-year-old daughter missing, but it’s Lisa’s fault.

HIS BY CHRISTMAS by Kaitlin O’Riley . . . In Regency England, Lord Jeffrey Eddington, the illegitimate son of a duke, vies for the attention of the intelligent and appealing Yvette Hamilton.

PEACE by Shelley Shepard Gray . . . Amish woman Beth Byler, who was attracted to DEA agent Chris Ellis when they met but knew they had no future, is astonished when he shows up, injured, three days before Christmas, forcing her to make a difficult choice.

ENTWINED WITH YOU by Sylvia Day . . . From the moment I first met Gideon Cross, I recognized something in him that I needed.

Something I couldn’t resist. I also saw the dangerous and damaged soul inside—so much like my own.

I was drawn to it. I needed him as surely as I needed my heart to beat.

A FOOL’S GOLD CHRISTMAS

by Susan Mallery . . . The cheer in Fool’s Gold, California, is bringing out the humbug in dancer Evie Stryker. An injury has forced her to

return home to her estranged family.

So she won’t add to the awkward scenario by falling for the charms of her brother’s best friend, no matter how tempting he is. When she’s recruited to stage the winter festival, she vows to do as promised, then move on, anywhere but here.

FOR YOUNG READERS: DIARY OF A WIPMY KID HARD LUCK by Jeff Kinney . . .

Greg Heffley’s on a losing streak.

His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task. To change his fortunes, Greg decides to take a leap of faith and turn his decisions over to chance. Will a roll of the dice turn things around, or is Greg’s life destined to be just another hard-luck story?

LET’S GO FOR A DRIVE by Mo Willems . . . Gerald and Piggie want to hit the road! But the bestlaid plans of pigs and elephants often go awry.

SANTA IS COMING TO IOWA

by Steve Smallman . . . The Jolly Old Elf heads south from his home in the North Pole to Iowa to deliver presents and good cheer, with a little help from the youngest reindeer, and not so much from his brand-new, high-tech Santa-navigation system.

THE BIRDS OF BETHLEHEM

by Tomie dePaola . . . On the morning of the first Christmas, the colorful birds of Bethlehem gather to talk about the exciting events they have witnessed, from the angel that has appeared in the night sky to the long line of people approaching the stable where the newborn baby lies in a manger. Given in memory of Daniel Barden.

“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant.”

Robert Louis Stevenson Thanksgiving is here For the third year in a row, Sara and I have been looking at what, why and how we give. We find a partnership between what and how we give with how much we are thankful for.

This year we’ve tried to do things that aren’t necessarily monetary. To say the least, its been fun. It must be that “giving” and “thankfulness” go hand in hand. It seems to make sense, especially for the Thanksgiving and Christmas season.

Growing up, Thanksgiving was big. My mom did not officially start Christmas until Thanksgiving was over and December was here. Every year at Thanksgiving, she made all of us tell her three things we were thankful for throughout the past year.

Looking Past Thanksgiving

By Glenn Mollette The first Thanksgiving was surrounded by life's hardships. The early settlers were bombarded with extreme weather, hunger, sickness and death. Those who had survived believed the best they could do was to stop and give thanks.

Too many throughout America are looking past Thanksgiving. Either we don't want to think about it or we are looking to black Friday, Christmas or just trying to get through the year. The aggravations of the world often drive us to feeling beaten down and we become bitter and resentful instead of thankful.

When we live with gratitude our lives are more peaceful. Gratitude is a great stress reliever because we are looking to God and thanking Him. A thankful life is a healthy life emotionally and physically. In Gratitude we focus on the positive instead of the negative. We focus on the giver of life and not everything that is wrong with life.

How well we know that life is filled with suffering. Tornadoes destroyed towns throughout the Midwest last week. Thousands of people were devastated. One evening news

sound bite was a woman in tears saying that she and her husband lost everything but they clung to each other because they still had each other."

In the middle of losing everything they were grateful for each other.

The Philippines were almost wiped off the map because of the most horrific typhoon ever recorded. Those people are suffering.

We don't want pain and suffering.

Yet, it's almost impossible to live very long without experiencing both.

A man in the Bible by the name of Job lost everything. He lost his children, his entire wealth and his health.

Job suffered and lost everything. His wife told him to curse God and die.

Job looked to his creator in spite of circumstances. He never lost his sense of gratitude toward God even in the blackest hours of his life. He said, "Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him," Job 13:15. In his last years of life Job ended up with more than ever before. Gratitude was the beginning step to a new life for Job. You may not feel life is going your way. Stop and give thanks.

Giving thanks is often the first step to better days.

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Daily thankfuls I am thankful daily for a great family and good friends, great employees, a job I enjoy and a host of other things too. Here’s a list I compiled of some of the extra “thankfuls” that I enjoy all year long. They include... flavored coffee, bright stars, bike riding on the trails, time with my kids, a camp fire, homemade cards from Carson, Alex and Elliott, the UNI Panthers winning, getting caught up on laundry piles, taco pizza, running laps and a good workout.

From the Homefront Carson is playing french horn in band. That’s right, 5th grade means band time. He was strongly encouraged to be in band, if you catch my drift. He enjoys reading, writing, history and continues to swim on the Blast swim team.

The twins have been taking piano since the beginning of the summer.

They are even enjoying it too. Dad was right afterall, music and piano are cool. They are also involved in basketball and karate.

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• Butler County Tribune-Journal • City of Allison Council Meeting and Public Hearing Monday, November 18, 2013 Public Hearing: The City Council of Allison met for a public hearing on Monday, November 18, 2013 @ 5:15 p.m., Council Chambers, Mayor Scot Henrichs presiding. Council members present: James Blockhus, Janis Cramer, Jerry Platter, Dave Smith. Absent: Tim Junker. Others present: Chris Graser, Allan Brockway, Kim Miller, Dixie Loftis, Lee Gallentine-City Engineer, Jim Rodemeyer-INRCOG. The Mayor asked for comments on the submission of a Housing Fund Grant to the Iowa Economic Development Authority for the purpose of establishing a housing rehabilitation program for low to moderate income homeowners in the City of Allison. The following information was discussed at the public hearing: Information that was contained in a Regional Housing Plan and additional conversations with City officials was used to develop a City wide Community Development and Housing Needs Assessment. These documents illustrated a need for an owner occupied housing rehabilitation program. To determine additional community interest, potential participants were asked to sign up for the program and then complete pre-applications. Based on these discussions, the City has decided to apply to the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Housing Fund for a grant to rehabilitate six low-to-moderate income owner-occupied housing units. In order to have a significant impact on the appearance of the community, the City has decided to designate a target area for the project. The target area can be described as: All houses on both sides of the following designated streets – Birch Street as the West boundary, South Railroad Ave as the South boundary, Locust Street as the East boundary and 6th Street as the North boundary. Sections of the following Streets – Birch Street; Spruce Street; Pine Street; Locust Street; 6th Street; 5th Street; 4th Street; 3rd street; N Railroad Ave, S Railroad Ave; within the designated boundaries shall be eligible.

The City is requesting a total of $197,994 in federal funds from the Iowa Economic Development Authority, and the City will contribute $12,000 in local funds for a project total of $209,994. Due to the eligibility requirements of the program, 100% of the federal funds involved will benefit low-to-moderate income persons.

No businesses or person will be displaced as a result of the proposed activities. The only relocation that will take place will be the temporary relocation of families in order to comply with lead base paint requirements. The application will be submitted to the Iowa Economic Development Authority on or before December 11, 2013. The City entertained public comment and questions on the specifics of the grant application during this hearing. There were 4 individuals from the community present and there was some public input. The Mayor then asked for a motion to adjourn the public hearing. Motion by Blockhus and seconded by Cramer to close the public hearing. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried. Public hearing adjourned at 5:25 p.m.

Regular Meeting of the Allison City Council: The Allison City Council met in regular session on Monday, November 18, 2013 at 5:26 p.m., Council Chambers, Mayor, Scot Henrichs presiding. Council members present: James Blockhus, Janis Cramer, Jerry Platter and Dave Smith. Absent: Tim Junker. Others present: Chris Graser, Allan Brockway, Kim Miller, Dixie Loftis, Jim Rodemeyer-INRCOG, Lee Gallentine-City Engineer.

It was moved by Platter and Seconded by Blockhus to approve the agenda. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Open Forum: There were no open forum items.

Consent Agenda: It was moved by Cramer and Seconded by Smith to approve the consent agenda. Included in the consent agenda: 1. Approve minutes from meetings on 11/4/2013 2. Approve payables through 11/18/2013 3. Appoint Tim Junker, Wilbur Cordes and Wayne Wiegmann to the Tree Board Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion Carried.

New Business: It was moved by Blockhus and Seconded by Platter to approve the following resolutions: 1. Resolution #13-11.1 – approving a housing fund grant application 2. Resolution #13-11.2 – authorizing City match of funds for Iowa Economic Development Authority for a housing fund rehab grant 3. Resolution #13-11.3 – adopting a community development and housing needs assessment 4. Resolution #13-11.4 – authorizing the mayor to sign a memorandum of understanding with INRCOG for the general administration of the housing fund contract with the Iowa Economic Development Authority 5. Resolution #13-11.5 – authorizing the mayor so sign a REAP Grant Agreement for Wilder Park Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion Carried.

A citizen’s request for a sidewalk reimbursement payment was discussed and tabled. Will be discussed at a future meeting.

Raking leaves onto the street and not properly disposing of them correctly was also discussed. As it is not legal to do this, it was decided to put a notice in the paper to address this matter.

Old Business: The installation of a sidewalk ramp at the Richard Seehusen residence was discussed as he has installed a new sidewalk. Several contractors were contacted and no one was available to install a sidewalk ramp any more this season. The ramp will be installed in the Spring of 2014.

The sidewalk at 302 Pine was discussed as it has been removed. Michael Wiegmann was contacted and he stated that he would be replacing the sidewalk in the Spring of 2014. For now he would put up barricades. He was instructed to obtain a building permit before starting the project.

The sale of City parcel #0625326002 was discussed. It was moved by Blockhus and Seconded by Cramer to list the property for sale by bids. The ad to be put in the paper with the minimum bid being considered of $1,200.00 and with the stipulation that North Railroad Street will not be extended to this lot. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion Carried.

Due to the fact that the City does not have their own Personnel Policy and Safety Manual but only use what is in Iowa Code, it was moved

by Smith and Seconded by Platter to appoint Blockhus and Cramer to serve on a committee to draw up polices and present these to the Council. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Due to the fact that the current fire extinguishers owned by the City need to be inspected, it was decided to check with the Fire Chief to see who can do that for us.

Installing a 2nd electronic monitor at the lagoons was suggested to insure proper measuring of the flows. Allan Brockway is to check on a cost of a monitor.

With no more business, it was moved by Blockhus and Seconded by Smith to adjourn the meeting at 6:04 p.m. Ayes: All. Nays: None.

Motion carried.

Signed: Scot Henrichs – Mayor Attest: Glenda Miller – City Clerk TJ-48-1 THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT BUTLER COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Ruby B. Hawke, Deceased Probate No. ESPR016270 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Ruby B. Hawke, Deceased, who died on or about October 14, 2013: You are hereby notified that on the 14th day

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of November, 2013, the last will and testament of Ruby B. Hawke, deceased, bearing date of the 14th day of May, 1991, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Patricia Lee Miller was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 18th day of November, 2013.

Patricia Lee Miller Executor of estate 1019 N. Elm Street Dumont, IA 50625 G.A. Cady III, ICIS PIN No: AT0001386 Attorney for executor HOBSON, CADY & CADY, PLC 9 First Street, SW PO Box 456 Hampton, IA 50441 Phone: 641-456-2555 Date of second publication 5th day of December, 2013 TJ-48-2 North Butler Community School District Board of Education Special Board Meeting Agenda North Butler High School Library/ Media Center at Greene Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Unapproved Minutes of the Special Meeting held on Thursday, November 14, 2013: Call to Order. Meeting was called to order by Bixby at 7.04 p.m.

Roll Call and Determination of Quorum: Members Present: Bixby, Feldman, Lammers, Heuer, Bruns.

Members Absent: Moellers, Staudt President Eric Bixby welcomed all in attendance. Those in attendance: No Visitors Administration in attendance: Terry Kenealy, Superintendent Approval of: Agenda with additions, deletions or corrections. Motion by Feldman and second by Bruns to approve. Ayes: Feldman, Lammers, Heuer, Bruns and Bixby Nays: None Motion carried.

New Business a. Consider, discuss and approve Corrective Action Plan to submit to the School Budget Review Committee Motion by Bruns, second by Heuer to approve the Corrective Action Plan as presented and to submit the plan to the School Budget Review Committee.

Ayes: Bruns, Feldman, Heuer, Lammers, Bixby Nays: None b. Consider, discuss and approve resolution requesting Modified Allowable Growth Motion by Bruns, second by Feldman to approve a resolution requesting Modified Allowable Growth to address the negative Unspent Authorized Budget balance Ayes: Feldman, Heuer, Lammers, Bixby, Bruns Nays: None The next meeting is Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at Greene beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

Eric Bixby North Butler Board President Terry Kenealy, Superintendent Minutes taken in absence of Noreen Wiegmann TJ-48-1 CITY OF ALLISON MONTHLY VENDOR REPORT Allan Brockway, Sharon Heatlh Ins Reimbursement ...................................$99.18 Allan Inc., UPS Charge..............................9.72 Allison Pharmacy, Supplies For City Shop ....................................................444.56 Bobby Joe Miller, Painting At Wilder Park .....................................................566.25 Casey’s General Store, Fuel .................835.27 Data Technologies Inc, License Fee For Software ..............................................875.00 Deb Harre, Park Cleaning .....................147.00 Dralle Plumbing & Heating, Plg Repairs At Wilder Park ......................................238.00 Farmers Cooperative Co, Grass Seed For Cemetery.........................................67.00 Fechts Sinclair, Tire Repair For Park .......30.00 Grp & Associates, Disposal Of Medical Waste ....................................................52.00 Hawkins Inc, Chemicals For Water ....1,004.74 Heartland Asphalt, Pay #2 On Intra Park Trail ..........................................4,830.75 Iowa One Call, Locates .........................135.00 Iowa Rural Water Assoc, Community Membership Dues ...............................250.00 J & C Grocery, Supplies For Roads.........37.65 Keystone Lab, Pit Samples Aic Industrial C .......................................1,598.30 Mid-America Publishing C, Publications .........................................228.37 Municipal Supply, Sewer And Water Repair Parts.........................................341.50 Napa Auto Parts, Vehicle Maintenance ...30.10 Paul Niemann Construction, Rock For Roads ...............................................1,470.81 Payroll Checks, Total Payroll Checks..............................................4,730.54 Physicians Claims Co, Ambulance Billing ...................................................392.29 Sandry Fire Supply, Llc, Batteries For Fire Dept ................................................30.16 US Post Office, December Mailing Fee ......................................................140.50 Utility Equipment, Risers For Valve Boxes...................................................262.45 Waverly Health Center, Ambulance Billing ...................................................350.00 EFTPS, Fed/Fica Tax .........................1,395.20 Claims Total ..................................$20,592.34 General Fund....................................11,043.01 Road Use Tax Fund ............................2,681.92 Employee Benefits Fund .........................99.18 Water Fund .........................................3,716.31 Sewer Fund ........................................3,051.92 TJ-48-1 NOTICE OF INTENT TO MODIFY A PERMIT AUTHORIZING THE USE OF WATER FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL-TYPE PURPOSES IN BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 455B, there is now on file with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Water Supply Section, 401 SW 7th Street, Suite M, Des Moines, Iowa 50309-4611 an application as described below.

The City of Allison, IDNR log #27,340, requests a permit modification allowing the City to withdraw water from two existing Silurian Dolomite wells, approximately 200 and 283 feet deep, on land generally described as the N ½ of the NE ¼ of Section 25, T29N, R17W, Butler County, Iowa, in the maximum quantity of 75 million gallons per year at a maximum rate of 380 gallons per minute throughout each year for municipal purposes within and without the Permittee’s corporate limits consistent with its municipal distribution system and other provisions of law.

This permit represents an increase in yearly withdrawal quantity from 40 million gallons per year to 75 million gallons per year, to facilitate increased use by industry, and no other changes, to facilitate additional usage throughout said water system and its associated distribution network.

The Department has determined that this use of water conforms to the relevant criteria (Iowa Code Chapter 455B and Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 567) and recommends the permit be granted. A copy of the summary report

for the application is available upon a request to the Department at the address listed above.

Comments on the report and on this use of water must be received by December 18th, 2013, and should be addressed “ATTN.: Water Supply Engineering Section” and should specify the applicant’s log number.

(By Michael K. Anderson, P.E., Senior Environmental Engineer)

ST&TJ-48-1

TJ-48-1 MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS HELD ON NOVEMBER 12, 2013.

Meeting called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Mark V. Reiher with members Tom Heidenwirth and Rex Ackerman present. Also present were Sheriff Jason Johnson, Fern Myers, Allison, Iowa and Jack and Claudia Bolles, Aredale, Iowa.

Minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved as read.

Board reviewed Cost Allocation Plan. Moved

by Ackerman, second by Heidenwirth to approve. Motion carried.

Board met with Information Technology Director Sara Trepp to discuss technology costs.

Also present were Recorder Janice Jacobs, Assessor Deb McWhirter and Aces representative Phil Kenealy, Cedar Falls, Iowa. No action taken.

Board canvassed the results of the City Election held November 5, 2013. Also present were Election Deputy Mary Brouwer and Election Clerk Lisa Beadle.

Board approved claims as submitted.

Board acknowledged receipt of Manure Management Plan Annual Update for JAART 1.

Chairman Reiher declared the meeting adjourned to Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at 9:00 A.M. Motion carried.

The above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes and proceedings of a regular adjourned meeting of the Board of Supervisors of Butler County, Iowa on November 12, 2013.

Letters To The Editor The Clarksville Star and Butler County Tribune-Journal accepts letters to consider for publication. Letters should be original and must be signed. Letters should center on a single topic. Letters are subject to editing for length, facts, and libel. Letters that are attacking in nature of individuals or the practices of private businesses likely will not be printed; the newspaper encourages people with such complaints to take them to those individuals or businesses. In most cases, writers will be limited to no more than one letter in any given calendar month.

An expression of thanks is an advertisement and will not be printed as a letter to the editor.

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North Butler School News First Quarter Awards – Middle School

The awards assembly for sixth, seventh and eighth graders, recognizes students work in academics, athletics and fine arts during the first quarter of school. Many students received certificates.

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Rademaker, who recorded 79 tackles, including 10 total tackles for loss and two solo sacks, was selected as a linebacker while Merfeld was selected as a defensive back after finishing with 31 tackles, five interceptions and a fumble recovery.

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Connor Huberg and Tyler Brinkman received honorable mention.

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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 ofÂżcially 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 Âżshing the deeper holes, drop-offs and current breaks.

Interior river Âżshing has been good to excellent for walleye. Trophy sized smallmouth bass are being caught while Âżshing 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 ofÂżce 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 Âżsh slowly to catch Âżsh 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 Ă&#x20AC;ats 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 Âżsh slowly to catch Âżsh 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 Âżsh. Walleye - Good: Walleye bite is picking up as more Âżsh 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 Âżsh slowly to catch Âżsh 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 Âżsh. Walleye - Good: Walleye bite is picking up as more Âżsh move into the tail waters.

Water temperatures are in the 30s and most Âżsh have moved into overwintering areas. With projected cold weather, ice Âżshing 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 Ă&#x20AC;oating 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 Ă&#x20AC;ow 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 Âżsh 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

been around 43 degrees. Fishing is being reported as slow throughout the pools. There has been some tail water Âżshing for saugers and walleyes but Âżshing has been hit or miss.

Remember to clean, drain, and dry your boat before going to another water body. If you have questions on Âżshing Pools 16-19 contact the Fairport Fish Hatchery at 563-263-5062.

SOUTHEAST Lake of the Hills The recent weather has kept angler numbers down but not the trout.

Remember, Lake of the Hills is the only lake in West Lake Park where live minnows may be used for bait.

Rainbow Trout - Excellent: Trout Âżshing continues to be hot. Small hair jigs tipped with wax worm drifted under a small bobber seem to be the best.

Wilson Lake Rainbow Trout - Excellent: Trout are biting, look for them in 3 to 4 feet of water.

Environmental Discovery Park North Pond Rainbow Trout - Excellent: Trout are hitting on wax worms and jigs tipped with wax worms.

For more information on the above lakes call the Lake Darling Fisheries OfÂżce at 319-694-2430.

Red Haw Lake Fishing pressure has been low.

Try a slip bobber with a minnow or wax worm Âżshed approximately one foot above the bottom for crappies or bluegills.

Water temperatures are falling fast. Some skim ice forms on the small water bodies overnight but melts during the day. The larger lakes are warmer with water temperatures in the upper 30s. The Âżsh have moved deeper.

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The holidays are soon upon us and it’s time to start thinking about Christmas Cheer again. Due to continuing struggles in these uncertain economic conditions, we anticipate another difficult year for Butler County households. The Butler County Visions of Well-Being group is once again sponsoring the Christmas Cheer program.

Christmas Cheer is an opportunity for your family, business, church, organization, class, etc. to adopt a household in need. We are asking for financial contributions only and will use those dollars to provide applicants with a care package. We utilize the North Iowa Food Bank to stretch every dollar donated to this project and the package will include food, household items, such as

laundry soap, shampoo, body soap, toothpaste, diapers, etc. and more.

We will also include Butler Bucks in the package. Butler Bucks are just like cash and can only be used at Butler County businesses for items other than tobacco and alcohol. In this way, we hope to support our own county businesses while helping those in need.

Our goal this year is to help 180 families, which means we need to raise a total of $18,000. As of November 25, 2013, we have received 142 applications and we have raised $6,875.00. This amount is far less than what is needed. Applications will continue to come in until December 1st. We would like to raise most of the funds needed by December 1st, but will continue to

take donations for Christmas Cheer throughout the month of December. We realize everyone is feeling the pain of these difficult economic times, however if you are able to make a contribution, you will be making this holiday a little brighter for a Butler County household that is having a difficult time.

Please send contributions to: Butler County Visions of WellBeing (BCVOW) Attn: Christmas Cheer P.O. Box 744 Allison, IA 50602 We thank you in advance for keeping your charitable giving local and caring about all residents in Butler County.

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Sheriff’s Report Butler Sheriff Monday, November 18: • Deputies executed three traffic stops and received reports of one controlled burn throughout the county.

• 9:08 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 1100 block of Ellis St. • 9:40 a.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check in the 31400 block of Diagonal Road.

• 10:19 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 900 block of 7th St. • 10:26 a.m.: Deputies were called to a car-deer accident on Highway 3 near Shell Rock.

• 12:05 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 200 block of W. Prospect St. • 5:37 p.m.: Deputies were called to an alarm in the 1000 block of Highway 57.

• 8:29 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist in the 300 block of 3rd St. • 10:22 p.m.: Deputies were called to a car-deer accident near the intersection of 300th St. and Sinclair Ave. • 10:32 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 900 block of 7th St. Tuesday, November 19: • Deputies executed two traffic stops and received reports of two controlled burns throughout the county.

• 7:24 a.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the intersec-tion of Highway 3 and Utica Ave. • 8:05 a.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist in the 1100 block of S. Main St. • 4:45 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter near the intersection of 335th St. and Highway 57.

Wednesday, November 20: • Deputies executed two traffic stops and received reports of two controlled burns throughout the county.

• 2:54 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 500 block of West St. • 3:39 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 32700 block of Terrace Ave. • 11:35 a.m.: Deputies took a report of a possible phone scam in the 600 block of E. Mark St. • 2:53 p.m.: Deputies took a report of a possible phone scam in the 400 block of Packwaukee St. • 4:11 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter in the 300 block of W. Superior St. • 4:16 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 1000 block of Mason Way. • 6:29 p.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter near the intersection of Highway 3 and Terrace Ave. • 6:57 p.m.: Deputies took a burglary report in the 200 block of S. Williams St. Subject reported the theft of an x-box, 42-inch flat screen television, tools, chainsaw, games, movies, trench coat, and guitar.

• 7:23 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 700 block of Highway 57.

Thursday, November 21: • Deputies executed three traffic stops and received reports of two controlled burns throughout the county.

• 12:49 a.m.: Deputies were called to a suspicious activity report in the 32000 block of Highway 14.

• 3:37 a.m.: Deputies were called to a dog-deer matter near the intersection of 270th St. and Temple Ave. • 9:27 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 500 block of Locust St. • 12:39 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 16500 block of Quarry Ave. • 6:26 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a suspicious per-son/vehicle in the 16400 block of 170th St. Friday, November 22: • Deputies executed three traffic stops and received reports of two controlled burns throughout the county.

• 12:40 a.m.: Deputies received a

report of a suspicious per-son/vehicle in the 27900 block of 290th St. • 12:54 a.m.: Deputies were called to the 17600 block of 110th St. for an unknown problem.

• 7:08 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 500 block of West St. • 7:19 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 1000 block of Dorothy Ave. • 8:23 a.m.: Deputies were called to a property damage ac-cident in Parkersburg.

• 8:41 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 900 block of N. Cherry St. • 8:43 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 800 block of Pine St. • 11:11 a.m.: Deputies were called to a family domestic mat-ter in the 400 block of East St. • 2:37 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the intersec-tion of 1st St. and Pine St. • 4:51 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 100 block of Wemple St. • 5:36 p.m.: Deputies received a suspicious person/vehicle report near the intersection of Evergreen Ave. and Highway 3.

• 7:55 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 400 block of Cedar St. Saturday, November 23: • Deputies executed six traffic stops and received reports of one controlled burn throughout the county.

• 3:10 a.m.: Deputies were called to an assault/fight in the 600 block of Railroad St. • 8:36 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 22500 block of 120th St. • 3:07 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 700 block of Highway 57.

Sunday, November 24: • Deputies executed two traffic stops and received reports of three controlled burns throughout the county.

• 1:28 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 300 block of Main St. • 9:48 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 700 block of Highway 57.

• 9:51 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 200 block of N. Johnson St. • 10:14 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 900 block of 3rd St. • 11:58 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 300 block of Brookside Dr. • 3:17 p.m.: Deputies assisted hazmat personnel in the 200 block of 3rd St., Parkersburg, due to a natural gas smell.

• 3:54 p.m.: Deputies took a report of a suspicious vehicle near the intersection of 310th St. and Highway 14. The report was unfounded as the Iowa State University solar car had run out of power.

• 3:58 p.m.: Deputies were called to dog issues in the 29400 block of Highway 3.

• 6:13 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 11500 block of Hickory Ave. • 7:39 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 500 block of Nash St. • 8:02 p.m.: Deputies were called to an accident with un-known injuries near the intersection of 235th St. and Union Ave. Deputies arrested Andrew Thomas Cuvelier, 23, Clarks-ville, and charged him with operating while intoxicated.

• 11:23 p.m.: Deputies received a report of suspicious activi-ty. Unable to locate.

Monday, November 25: • Deputies executed two traffic stops.

• 1:27 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 100 block of S. High St. • 7:35 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 200 block of N. Johnson St.

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Butler County Public Health Foot Clinics for the month of December have been scheduled. Appointments are required for patients to come to the office to have their toenails trimmed by an RN on a monthly basis.

A fee of $20 will be charged for this service. Home visits will be $25. Appointments will be taken beginning at 9:00 a.m. and may be made by calling Butler County Public Health at 319-267-2934.

Clinics will be held on the following dates: Tuesday, December 3, Parker

Place Retirement Community, Parkersburg; Wednesday, December 4, The Meadows Assisted Living, Shell Rock; Thursday, December 5, Elm Springs Assisted Living, Allison; Tuesday, December 10, St. Peter Lutheran Church, Greene; Thursday, December 12, Dutchman’s Oaks Assisted Living, Dumont; Tuesday, December 17, Maple Manor Assisted Living, Aplington; Thursday, December 19, Clarksville AMVETS Hall.

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I WOULD like to express my thanks and appreciation to my friends, neighbors and family who remembered me through prayers, cards, flowers and food.

I especially want to thank my son, Kendall, who helped so much when I had surgery and after surgery. Norma Clark ___________________ TJ-48-1x

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Monday-Friday, weekends if needed. If interested, please call Schmadeke Feed Mill, Inc., (319) 278-4335 or pick up an application at 603 S. Mather St., Clarksville ___________________ ST-48-2 LEGAL SECRETARY Position: Local attorney is seeking a legal secretary. Duties will include being an office manager with an emphasis on word processing and computer skills. Salary will be commensurate with experience and skill level. Submit resume and cover letter to Ronald J. Pepples, Attorney at Law, 206 4th St., P.O. Box 328, Parkersburg, IA 50665. ___________________ TJ-48-3 CLARKSVILLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT: The following position is available immediately: 1) School Bus Route Driver, Class B CDL with P & S endorsements required. Download support staff application at www.clarksville.k12.ia.us or pick up an application at the Superintendentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, 318 N Mather, Clarksville, IA 50619. Application deadline is December 11, 2013.

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I WANT to thank everyone for their prayers and acts of kindness shown to me, before I was in the hospital, when I was in the hospital and since returning home.

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Clean Line Proposal Representatives of Clean Line Partners then explained the proposed $2 billion project, talking about everything from the type of power poles that will be used for the project to compensation that landowners would receive.

Things heated up during the 45-minute comment period, during which brief rounds of applause broke out for several speakers who opposed the project.

Dikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dennis Kruger drew some of the loudest support when he urged landowners not to sign easements and not to talk to the company. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we have to, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to file a class action lawsuit,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is not going to be simple for Clean Line.â&#x20AC;?

Many questions from the crowd of more than 200 regarded why the company chose to build the line through the northern part of the state rather than going another way. Conley said the company considered several routes for the project, including one along the right of way of the former Rock Island Railroad across southern Iowa. Charles Jasper, a routing expert with Clean Line, added that it makes more sense to go diagonally across Iowa and Illinois to the lineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s terminus than to go straight south and then straight east. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We looked at a lot of different areas and a lot of different routes,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Landowners also asked why the proposed line is passing through the middle of fields rather than staying along fence lines and roads. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I looked in Grundy County alone, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be going through 28 farms that will have (power lines) that these farmers are going to have to work around,â&#x20AC;? a member of the crowd said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iowa is No. 1 in the country in corn and beans, and if we keep putting power lines in we wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even be in the top 10. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you went through these counties and these farms youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going through, did you ever think at all of what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing to farmers and their operations?â&#x20AC;? another person asked.

Beth Conley, Clean Lineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Iowa representative, explained that landowners will receive payments both for the towers that are built on their land as well as for use of the right of way as well as for structures and damages to land and crops. Using a parcel of land where wires would cross about one-half mile over eight acres of land, landowners could receive up to $115,700 based on current land values. Using the same example, Franklin County landowners would receive about $104,000 and Butler County landowners would re-

ceive about $99,900.

In addition, counties that the line crosses receive $7,000 per mile in property tax. In Grundy County, that would amount to about $200,000 per year.

Conley said Clean Line wishes to begin the line in northwest Iowa, as it provides the best wind resource this far east in the United States.

She said Iowa is currently harnessing less than 1 percent of its wind energy potential, and that the state could produce 44 times that amount of energy it needs through wind alone. She said Clean Line will not own the wind turbines themselves, but will act as a conduit for those who do. She projected that construction of the line would also lead to more wind turbines being built near its beginning to take advantage of the 3,500 megawatts of additional capacity.

Line developers have opted to use direct current for the line, touting both its efficiency over distances longer than 350 miles and its smaller geographic footprint over that of alternating current. According to company-distributed literature, the same amount of energy can be transported on one set of direct current lines and towers as would be transported on three sets alternating current lines and towers. The drawback to direct current is that power must be converted from alternating current at the source of the line and then back to alternating current before it can be distributed to homes.

Other questions surrounded the safety of the electromagnetic field produced by the power lines and their effect on both humans and livestock, to which Clean Line authorities cited several sources in saying there are no known effects.

While public comment is encouraged, Sundmeyer explained that the franchise could still be granted for construction of the Rock Island Clean Line despite public objections. According to Iowa Code, the duty of the Iowa Utilities Board is to determine whether a proposed line is necessary to serve a public use, represents a reasonable relationship to an overall plan of transmitting electricity in the public interest and meets all over legal requirements.

Sundmeyer said the need for a public use does not need to be in the state of Iowa.

Clean Line Partners has not yet filed a franchise petition with the Utilities Board. If it is granted a franchise to build the Rock Island Clean Line, it anticipates the project to be completed by 2017.

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By Pat Racette The fourth annual Small Business Saturday will be held Nov. 30.

Though still in its infancy, the event counters the heavyweight conglomerate storesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Black Friday and Cyber Monday after Thanksgiving.

The goal is to remember small businesses by shopping and retaining money in town.

American Express created Small Business Saturday, and has been promoting the national event since 2010, providing resources on their Web site (americanexpress.com).

Several communities in the country have rallied around this event to help maintain downtown stores and organizations for the future.

Butler County Development Corporation Director Jeff Kolb said an experience six years ago taught him to follow his instinct, instead of caving into the influences around you during holiday shopping in the larger stores. Shopping at Sears with some friends on Black Friday, with no intent of buying anything, Kolb found a big item on sale for 30 percent off.

Paying for the product on the spot, he soon found out the piece wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be available until after Christmas due to back orders and delays. So, he canceled the order.

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NOTEWORTHY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lil Rickyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Steakhouse of Allison will begin their breakfast/lunch Saturdays on Nov. 30 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also, Clarksville Lumber is presenting new unique Christmas gifts, and Prairie Rose Fabrics is having their biggest sale of the year with 30 percent off all regular priced fabrics.

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