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Scheduled to visit Swaledale Dec. 14 Swaledale will host their annual Christmas celebration at City Hall on Saturday, Dec. 14. The party kicks off at 1 p.m., and refreshments and treats will be served. Santa Claus will make his annual appearance during the celebration, so kids are encouraged to bring their Christmas wish lists.

“Christmas Carol� at First Grace Baptist Church Dec. 15 First Grace Baptist Church, Sheffield, will present the Christmas musical, “Christmas Carol� by Ron and Shelly Hamilton on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. Join the Bailey family as they invite an orphan named Jamie to spend Christmas with them this year. Your heart will be warmed as you see God reveal Himself to Jamie and melt away Carol Bailey’s painful memories, creating in them a special bond of love and acceptance. The cast includes: Mrs. Johnson, Meta Lage; Jamie, Aunna Lau; John Bailey; Rick Jensen; Carol Bailey, Mary Mollenbeck; Nick Bailey, Samuel Mollenbeck; Leslie Bailey, Macy Rust and Samantha Bailey, Cassie Mueth. Approximately 20 staff and children of Morningside Children’s Home will present the music. In addition, 11 children ages three years old through second grades will present the welcome and manger scene. A special thank you goes out to all who are helping make this production a reality. May God be glorified.

By Nick Pedley The Swaledale City Council debated at their meeting Monday if they should completely drop one pavement company they’ve done business with for years after unsatisfactory summer roadwork soured relationships between the two parties. During the summer, Mason City-based Heartland Asphalt did patchwork near the Post Office to correct water drainage issues. The patch the company placed on the area was too high, which fixed very little on the affected portion of the road. A representative from Heartland met with the council in August to address the issue. He explained more work was needed to correct the drainage problem in addition to fixing some of the work they already did. The additional repairs would

end up costing the city more money, which didn’t sit well with the council. Mayor John Drury said repeated attempts to contact their company representative went unreturned during the fall, and the additional work and extra repairs to the previous job were still left undone. Drury asked the council whether they’d like to seek out other companies to do the drainage work in the spring. “How hard would it have been for them to call us and tell us they weren’t going to do the additional work we signed on for?� asked Drury. “And I thought we had a pretty good working relationship with them.� Drury contacted another representative for the company to voice his complaints. City Clerk Judy Witte received a letter from Heartland Asphalt

recently that promised the company would correct their previous work at no cost when they came to do the additional repairs next spring or summer. The company is closed for the winter season, which will prolong the delay. Drury remained skeptical. He agreed Heartland should fix their previous work for free, but thought the city might be better off if they sought out a different company to do the other work. “Fix what they did and have them not do the additional work,� said Drury. “We can rebid it.� The three-member council (Darwin Hanson was absent) seemed cautious. Councilwoman Marjorie Swenson suggested the city let Heartland Asphalt fix their previous work, see how it turns out and

make a decision on whether or not to use them for the additional work after it was finished. Drury said that would most likely push completion of the additional repairs back even further, but ultimately said the decision was the council’s to make. “I’m fine with whatever you want to do, I just don’t know that we’ve been treated all that well,� he said. The council agreed to table a decision until after the two recently elected members – Vonnie Reicherts and Roger Myhre – take office after Jan. 1. Other business Fire Chief Blaine Wilson was on hand to give the council a fire department update. He reported the Nov. 16 controlled burn of a property on Second Street went well, and that the training exercises helped the

department weed out some issues. “We did find some stuff that we need to fix – nothing major,� Wilson said. Wilson also reported the paperwork to burn the old Catholic Church on Main Street is in order, he just has to decide on the a date. Frigid temperatures makes a controlled burn difficult during wintertime because it increases the chance of equipment freezing up. “Maybe we could look at a 30-day forecast or something like that and find a window where it’s supposed to be nice,� he said. “I just don’t want to freeze a bunch of stuff up, because burning that already costs more than it’s worth.�

Rockwell Chamber Appreciation Day Dec. 14 The Rockwell Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Chamber Appreciation Day on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Community Center. According to Virginia Ames, guests can check out the vendors that will be on hand from 9 a.m-1 p.m. Coffee will be served from 9-11 a.m., with lunch following from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The day culminates with a visit from Santa Claus at noon. The Chamber will also have their Christmas drawing sometime during the eve

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

Community Calendar Monday, Dec. 9

4-6 p.m. Smart Choice: Options in the New Health Insurance Marketplace, Meservey Public Library, Meservey

Wednesday, Dec. 11

6-8:30 p.m. 4-H Teen Council Meeting, Cerro Gordo County Extension Of ice, Mason City

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Recently elected members of the Swaledale City Council were sworn in following Monday night’s meeting by Clerk Judy Witte. Their oaths don’t take effect until their terms begin on Jan. 1, but they needed to be sworn in sometime before that date, Witte explained. Witte said that since all three were in the same building at the same time, it was just easier to do it then. Pictured taking their oaths of office and signing official papers are, from left to right: incumbent mayor John Drury and new council members Roger Myhre and Vonnie Reicherts. (Photos by Nick Pedley)

By Pat Racette Butler Co. Tribune-Journal & Clarksville Star U.S. Congressman Steve King stopped by three area counties during a visit to the most eastern reaches of his district Nov. 25. King swung through Butler, Franklin and Floyd counties during his trip last week. News about ongoing negotiations over the embattled Farm Bill topped discussion at his visit in Allison, which was likely one of his first stops to Butler County since 2012 congressional redistricting. “This part of the state is not foreign to me,â€? he said. “I spent my grade school years in Hancock County, and I’ve traveled through all of Iowa on construction and business‌a lot of people would sacrifice a great deal to raise their families in the kind of environment you have here.â€? King, who lives in northwest Iowa in Kiron, started a construction business in 1975 before getting elected to the U.S. House 11 years ago. He sold the business to his eldest son, and 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 script. “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 two and a half 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 [to make the deadline].� During his visit, King also met with area business leaders in a round table meeting and visited local economic development areas. He started the day in Franklin County, and eventually made his way to Floyd and Butler counties. “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 for our area. His office is located in Mason City.

By Bret Spurgin, West Fork FFA Advisor The West Fork FFA Advanced Animal science class went to the North Iowa Boar Stud in Riceville where they were able to see the facilities and observe the process of every day life for these animals. They learned about the care given to animals, how to collect semen from the boars and some of the basics that a person getting into the business would need to know. Everyone on the trip had a lot of fun and learned a lot about collecting semen for artificial insemination. The West Fork FFA introduced a new community project

this year called Feed a Farmer. Some of the FFA members went to the Rockwell and Chapin co-op to serve a meal to farmers or anyone else that came. The meal included hamburgers, chips, water and bars that were donated by the other FFA members. For the first time, there was a good turnout and many people learned more about the West Fork FFA. “It was a great way to give back to our farmers,� said Zach Greimann, an FFA member that helped out. The West Fork FFA plans to continue this project and hopefully expand it to other district co-ops in the future.

This year the 86th annual FFA National Convention was held in Louisville, Ky. The West Fork FFA left on Tuesday, Oct. 29. During their drive there they went to Kinzie factory in Williamsburg, Iowa. They toured the museum and learned the history and background of how Kinzie grew. Wednesday morning they woke up and toured the St. Louis Arch and the museum. After that they drove all the way to Kentucky that day. On Thursday morning they woke up bright and early and got into official dress to head to the first open session of the convention. FFA members then

Congressman Steve King passed through the area last week during a trip through newer portions of his congressional district. King visited Franklin, Butler and Floyd counties. (Photo by Pat Racette, Butler Co. Tribune-Journal & Clarksville Star)

sat and listened to guest speakers like the University of Louisville’s basketball coach. They then went to the career show and talked to colleges from all over America. They also went to a workshop where they had speakers talk to us about setting goals in life and not being afraid to be ourselves – they were actually pretty fun and interesting. That night they went back to the convention for another session. After that, they went to Louisville slugger where they toured the factory and museum. They finally got settled down that night, all worn out and their feet hurting. Friday was their last day at

the convention, so they packed up that morning, got into official dress, went to another session at the convention and got to go shopping at the FFA mall. There they bought souvenirs and mingled with people from all over the country. After that they headed home back to Iowa. They stopped at the I-80 truck stop, ate supper and then it was only around three hours until they got back home! “Overall, it was a great experience and I am so thankful I got the opportunity to go. I learned how to be a better leader and set goals and am ready to share it all with my FFA chapter,� said Madison Steenhard.

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By Kaytlan Bockenstedt Conservation Education Intern, Lime Creek Nature Center Bird feeding has been an American tradition for years. It provides us with an opportunity for close viewing of the different bird species. Feeding helps the birds by providing them with a food source when winter weather conditions may be harsh or when they are making a long migration. We begin to develop an appreciation for the birds the more we view them at our feeders. When developing a feeding station in your backyard the first thing you need to do is think like a bird. A bird has some basic life requirements such as food, shelter and nesting places. You will want to consider what type of birds you would like to attract and then you can research which type of feeder works best for that bird. If you want to attract a diverse array of birds then you will want to have many different types of feeders and seed types. It seems to work best if the feeders are placed near perches, cover, or a water source. Water attracts birds as effectively as seed in the winter time, and there are a variety of heated bird baths available. It is important to start feeding birds in the early fall when they are in search of a reliable food source. However, if you keep your feeders full all year you might catch a glimpse of a colorful migrating bird. There are several different seeds you can fill your feeders with to attract different birds. Black oil sunflower seed is a favorite of most birds including cardinals. The seeds are smaller and easier for most birds to handle. Mixed seeds are a favorite by platform feeders such as doves, jun-

cos, and blue jays. If you’re looking to attract game birds such as turkeys and pheasants they often come to cracked corn. Chickadees, nuthatches, and woodpeckers love to eat peanuts in feeders or suet cakes. Feeders are made for specific seed. You will want to make sure your seed does not get wet and that the feeder has drainage holes. It is important to clean your feeders once a month to prevent bacteria from growing. One common type of feeder is a hanging feeder. They are placed to hang from areas 8 feet from build-

ings and can hold many different types of seed. Platform feeders are designed for ground feeding and are usually designed for mixed seed. Bird feeding is cheap entertainment! Keep a list of bird species you have seen and maybe consider assisting with monitoring projects such as the Christmas Bird Count visit (http://birds.audubon.org/christmasbird-countor) or Project Feederwatch visit (http://feederwatch.org/). If you are looking to build your own feeder visit the Lime Creek Nature Center for our bird feeder designs.

The 28th annual North Iowa TubaChristmas concert will be 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14th, in the Center Court of Southbridge Mall. Any tuba, sousaphone, euphonium or baritone player of any age who would like to participate is asked to attend a rehearsal that morning in the Mason City High School band room. Registration is at 10 a.m., with the rehearsal starting at 10:30 a.m. Musicians should bring their own

instruments, decorated with seasonal ornaments, lights, or bright Christmas colors, a Santa hat and music stand. TubaChristmas is a performance of favorite Christmas carols by area tuba, baritone and euphonium players. The North Iowa concert will be one of more than 200 similar tuba concerts given throughout the United States and in several foreign countries.

Starting in 1985 with only six players, the North Iowa TubaChristmas has grown to be one of the largest in the nation. It is one of Iowa’s longest running TubaChristmas events, and traditionally has been one of the largest in the state, drawing more than 100 participants yearly from North Iowa and southern Minnesota. TubaChristmas is celebrating its 39th anniversary nationwide. It began in 1974 at the Ice Rink Stage of New York City’s Rockefeller Center, where more than 300 tuba, baritone and euphonium players gathered to honor the memory of world-renowned tuba player and Iowa native William J. Bell, who was born in Creston on Christmas Day, 1902. TubaChristmas was created by Harvey Phillips to honor Bell, and the traditional carols were specially arranged for the first TubaChristmas performance by American composer Alec Wilder, who died Christmas Eve, 1980. Phillips, an Indiana University music professor, died on Oct. 20 of 2010. For more information about Saturday’s event, you can contact Jeff Kirkpatrick, TubaChristmas conductor, at 641-732-3102 or jkirkpatrick@osage.k12.ia.us. The local group also has a Facebook site at www.facebook.com/masoncitytubachristmas.

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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas North Iowa Eye Clinic, First State Bank of Belmond and Petro Blend proudly present Mannheim Steamroller Christmas as they take the stage at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Tickets are $62 for rows A-K and $52 for rows L-Z. All tickets purchased on the day of the show and at the door are $65. This performance is part of the 2013– 2014 Performing Arts and Leadership Series. Experience the magic! Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by founder Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday celebration for more than 25 years. Grammy Award-win-

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Welcome reception for NIACC President Dec. 10 The North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Board of Directors and Foundation Board will host a welcome reception for the new NIACC President, Dr. Steven Schulz. The public is invited to attend the reception anytime between 5-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, in the Activity Center on the NIACC campus, 500 College Drive, Mason City. Welcome and introduction will be held at 6 p.m. Schulz, who has been serving as provost at Des Moines Area Community College, Carroll campus, begins

his duties at NIACC on December 1. Schulz will also attend a variety of events throughout North Iowa in January and February to meet local residents, community and business leaders. “I look forward to the opportunity to meet people in the many communities NIACC serves in north central Iowa,� said Schulz, who grew up in Geneva. To learn more about Schulz and North Iowa Area Community College, visit our web site: www.niacc. edu.

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The North Iowa Choral Society is proud to present its 20th Annual Winter Concert – “Gloria� – on Sunday, Dec.15, at 3 p.m., in the North Iowa Community Auditorium under the direction of Linda Ferjak. This year the ensemble is excited to feature acclaimed British composer John Rutter’s extended work, Gloria, which is in three movements with brass and percussion instrumentation. Rutter’s Gloria was a milestone in his career and is an evergreen favorite with choirs worldwide for its freshness, drama and sheer beauty. Deservedly, it remains one of John Rutter’s most popular works. Musical selections also include I Wonder as I Wander (Rutter), Deck the Hall (Rutter), Sure on This Shining Night (Lauridsen), In Dulci Jubilo (Pearsall/Walker), Throw the Yule Log On, Uncle John (PDQ Bach), The Holly and the Ivy (P arker/ Shaw), Carol of the Drum (Davis), Go Where I Send Thee (Thomas), Mary Did You Know (Lowery/ Greene),The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy (Hatfield), and Choral Society’s signature concert conclusion piece, The Road Home (Paulus). In addition, the North Iowa Choral Society Children’s Choir will also perform.

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During the holidays, Iowans give back and help those in need. This year, the Legislature encouraged charitable giving by increasing tax credits for donations to the community foundations. Those measures won’t be enough, however, unless we see more boardbased economic growth. Even though the worst of the national recession is over, many of our families, friends and neighbors continue to struggle. According to the Washington Center for Equitable, this uneven recovery has increased the gap between the very well off and nearly everyone else. A shrinking middle class would be bad news for Iowa, a state with many small businesses and communities. This year, the Legislature took a comprehensive approach to strengthening and growing Iowa’s middle class by: • Investing in education. We fought for and won two years of significant increases to help K-12 students get the best start possible. To boost student achievement, we are keeping class sizes small for young learners, raising standards, improving teaching and encouraging innovation. We also froze in-state university tuition for the first time in 30 years, so all Iowans can pursue the opportunities that lead to good careers. • Cutting taxes. We cut property taxes for every homeowner and business, especially for our local small businesses. Working families who pay the largest percentage of

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their income in taxes will get a boost from an increase in the state Earned Income Tax Credit. • Creating good local jobs and training Iowans to fill them. The landmark, bipartisan investments made this year by the Legislature are helping Iowans improve their skills and their family’s prospects while at the same time expanding Iowa businesses and easing shortages of skilled workers • Expanding access to affordable health care and mental health services for all Iowans, whether they live in the city or rural communities. With new health care security, medical bills will be much less likely to force middle-class Iowans into foreclosure and bankruptcy. If middle-class Iowans cannot make ends meet, all Iowans will be in trouble. This year’s investments can make a real difference, but there is more we can do to grow Iowa’s middle class. Finding those solutions will be at the top of our agenda for the next legislative session, which starts January 13th. Additional information This is a legislative column by Senator Amanda Ragan, representing Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties. For newsletters, photos and further information, go to www. senate.iowa.gov/senator/ragan. To contact Senator Ragan during the week, call the Senate Switchboard at 515-281-3371. Otherwise, she can be reached at home at 641424-0874. Email her at amanda.ragan@legis.iowa.gov.

Sweeping health care reform legislation means many Americans will soon have more options when it comes to health insurance. Research shows that a majority of people are uncomfortable, overwhelmed and intimidated when it comes to making decisions about health insurance coverage. Iowa State University Extension and the Meservey Public Library is offering Smart Choice Health Insurance, on Monday, Dec. 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. This comprehensive, research-based, unbiased curriculum designed to equip people with the tools they need to make the best decision possible for their families when choosing health insurance. Participants will learn how to analyze what they need and want from health care providers, compare plans, calculate how health insurance will affect their financial budgets, and ultimately, apply the information and knowledge gained to make a smart choice. “Smart Choice is not about pushing consumers to select any one specific plan,� says Brenda Schmitt, Iowa State University Extension Family Finance Specialist. “It’s designed to help people gain a set of skills so that they can choose a plan that best fits their family’s needs and then use that plan efficiently once enrolled.� For more information or to pre-register contact the Meservey Public Library or contact Brenda Schmitt at 641-512-0650.

There are plenty of reasons to like this time of the year – beautiful holiday decorations light up the area, businesses are buzzing with shoppers and everyone’s mood is brightened by the spirit of the season. December is a magical snow-dusted month filled with joy and merriment, just like all those old-timey movies. However, the Christmas season has its pitfalls. It’s a rather frantic time of the year that has everyone scrambling to put up the tree, string up the lights and get the kids to play practice at church on time. Troubles abound, but there’s not one holiday headache I dread more than shopping. I guess I exemplify the stereotypical American male. I put it off until the last minute, and often find myself wandering the aisles of a huge department store scratching my head 48 hours before the big day. It’s a tried and true method I’ve used for years, but it has its obvious flaws. First and foremost, my last minute shopping leaves me with very few options. The good stuff has been picked over already once I get to the store, and all the hot deals have long since expired. The junk that’s left is far too dumb and useless to actually wrap up and give to somebody. It’s painstaking to sit through someone fake a thank-you after opening a gift both you and everyone else knows is terrible. “Oh‌the first season of ‘Frasier’ on DVD‌thanks.â€? I just feel like all my gifts are so impersonal. I’m rather self-con-

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scious about it, and I always think the person is going to hate whatever it is I give them. I envy people who always give thoughtful and heartfelt presents that hit it out of the park each time. Their gifts reduce someone to tears of joy or make them jump up and down in happiness – how do they do it?! I usually feel so overwhelmed by my gift-giving ineptitude that I settle for the lowliest gift of them all – cold hard cash. Don’t get me wrong, I love getting money, but I would rather give someone a present that means something special. Giving somebody cash just seems like I’m throwing money at a problem and hoping it goes away. “Here’s 25 bucks. Go buy a case of beer or get your car’s oil changed. I didn’t forget to buy you a gift at all.� Giving someone money isn’t all that bad, though, because it saves my bacon when it comes to yet another one of my holiday flaws: wrapping presents. I’m awful at it. Just recently, I bought my niece a Barbie for her birthday. Mind you, Barbie doesn’t come in some out-of-this-world, noway-you’re-gonna-wrap-this style packaging. It’s a rectangular box,

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Clear Lake blood drive Dec. 14 You can make a difference in the life of a child or adult this holiday season by rolling up your sleeve and donating blood! The selfless act of donating blood has a major impact in your community and can help maintain the local blood supply this holiday season. Pay it forward to a family in their critical time of need now through Jan. 4 and redeem your donation points for a limited-edition Pay It Forward t-shirt at the LifeServe Online Store.

Your life-saving donation is critical to ensuring the right blood product is available for the right patient the moment they need it. Please plan to give your life-saving gift at: • Clear Lake Community Blood Drive, Saturday, Dec. 14, from 8- 11 a.m. at Clear Lake Christian Church, 302 Hwy. 18 West. Sign up to save a life today! Schedule a blood donation appointment online at lifeservebloodcenter. org or call 800.287.4903.

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ST. PAUL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 400 Larch St., Thornton Phone 998-2632 Home 998-2631 Pastor Rhea Evanson Sunday, Dec. 8 9 a.m. Worship 10-10:45 Sunday School SALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 810 First St., Meservey Phone 358-6277/Pars. 358-6107 The Rev. Crystal Oberheu Sunday, Dec. 8 9:15-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45-10:15 a.m. Coffee before Worship 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday, Dec. 11 2:30 p.m. Bible Study at Parsonage 4:30 p.m. Confirmation Class HOLY NAME CHURCH 507 1st Ave NW, Rockford Phone 822-4950 Fr. Walter Brunkan Saturdays 5 p.m. Mass SACRED HEART CHURCH 305 Elm St., E., Rockwell Phone 822-4950 Fr. Rodney Allers Sundays 8 a.m. Mass RICHLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH 300 Elm St., Thornton Phone 998-2642 Pastor David H. Locklair Sundays 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 10:30 a.m. Worship

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 121 2nd St., N., Rockwell Phone 822-4919 Pastor Ken Livingston Sundays 8:30 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m. Coffee Time 10 a.m. Sunday School ST. PETER EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA) 502 2nd St., S., Rockwell Phone 822-3101 Pastor Rhea Evanson Sunday, Dec. 8 9:15-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45-10:15 a.m. Coffee before Worship 10:30 a.m. Worship Wednesday, Dec. 11 3:30-4:30 p.m. Confirmation

HANFORD COMMUNITY CHURCH 12411 Spruce Ave, Mason City Phone 423-7376 641-822-4657 Pastor Scott Sokol Sundays 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Sun. Worship ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH 1001 9th Ave. S. Clear Lake Phone 357-3214 Msgr. Lilip Saturdays 4 p.m. Mass Sundays 9 a.m. Mass

FIRST REFORMED CHURCH 620 2nd St., Meservey Phone 358-6151 Rev. Rodney Meester Sundays 9:30 a.m. Worship

ZION REFORMED CHURCH 2029B Jonquil Ave. Sheffi eld Phone 579-6186 The Rev. Arthur Zewert Thursday, Dec. 5 9 a.m. Bulletin Deadline Friday, Dec. 6 TBD Siefken/Meints Rehearsal Saturday, Dec. 7 10 a.m. WOZ Luncheon 4 p.m. Siefken/Meints Wedding Sunday, Dec. 8 9:15 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Junior Choir 6 p.m. Bible Study 7 p.m. RCYF Wednesday, Dec. 11 7 p.m. Program Practice 8 p.m. Consistory

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 303 Monroe St., Rockwell Phone 822-4833 Rev. John P. Scherb Sundays 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:25 a.m. Worship

SWALEDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Main St., Swaledale Phone 995-2252 The Rev. John P. Scherb Sundays 8:10 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 404 Maple St., Thornton Phone 998-2004/Pars. 358-6107 The Rev. Crystal Oberheu Sunday, Dec. 8 9 a.m. Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School Wednesday, Dec. 11 2:30 p.m. Bible Study at Parsonage 5:45 p.m. Confirmation

and it took me 25 minutes to wrap. I wasted half my roll of paper on it, and after I was finished it looked like somebody tried to wrap it with their feet. I better buy more bags. I really don’t know how to fix my Christmastime conundrums. I suppose I should hit the stores a bit earlier, but sometimes I just get too busy. I think I might dedicate the next two Saturdays to perusing the local shops in hopes that something might catch my eye. My niece and nephew are easy to shop for, but the rest of the family is a little more difficult. I can’t just buy them an action figure or something with Minnie Mouse on it – it takes a little more thought. It may seem like I’m more Grinch than Santa when it comes to Christmas, but I genuinely enjoy the holidays. Everyone is in a giving mood this time of the year and that’s certainly the real reason for the season. Far too often do we get caught up in the commercialized nonsense of it all It’s great to get someone a special gift, but spending time with loved ones is what it’s all about. That’s something you can’t find in a mall.

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5HSRUWLQJ IURP WKH &HUUR *RUGR &RXQW\ &RXUWKRXVH Marriage License Penny Sandvig, 63, Clear Lake, to Mark Kiroff, 62, Clear Lake. Adam O’Connor, 24, Rockford, to Tara Ochiltree, 24, Muscatine. Christopher Olson, 44, Albert Lea, Minn., Natalie Septer, 29, Rock Falls. Chelsie Shaffer, 24, Clear Lake, to Chad Ball, 23, Clear Lake. Linda Watt, 66, Clear Lake, to Marvin Betels, 63, Clear Lake. Civil Court The court handled one child support matter. District Court The court handled eight probation revocations, two cases of contempt and one parole violation. Jason Miller, 41, Mason City, pled guilty on November 21 to Fourth Degree Criminal Mischief. Miller was placed on one-year probation and assessed a $315 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $897.71 in restitution and $161 in court costs. Frank Mosher, 33, Manly, pled guilty on November 20 to Possession of a Controlled Substance, Third or Subsequent Offense. Mosher was sentenced to five years in prison and assessed $72 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Tyler Meuer, 23, Mason City, pled guilty on November 30 to Third Degree Theft. Meuer was ordered to a residential facility for 180 or until maximum benefits are achieved, placed on one-year probation and assessed a $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $100 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Mark Fridley, 48, Clear Lake, pled guilty on November 20 to Third Degree Theft. Fridley was assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $114 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Annette Stevens, 54, Mason City, pled guilty on November 21 to Public Consumption/Intoxication, Third or Subsequent Offense. Stevens was placed on 730 days probation and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $87 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Jimmie Rhodes, 55, Mason City, pled guilty on November 20 to Public Consumption/Intoxication, Habitual Offender. Rhodes was ordered to a residential facility for 180 days or until maximum benefits are achieved, placed on two years probation and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $72 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Cayla Graupmann, 24, Waco, Tex., pled guilty on November 25 to a Controlled Substance Violation. Graupmann was placed on three years probation and assessed a $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E., $180 in attorney fees and $220 in court costs. Steven Epsteen, Clear Lake, pled guilty on November 26 to Possession of a Controlled Substance, Third or Subsequent Offense. Epsteen was placed on one-year probation. Epsteen was assessed a $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $96 in attorney fees, $10 D.A.R.E. and $100 in court costs. Christopher Winters, 28, Rockford, pled guilty on November 20 to Fourth Degree Theft. Winter was assessed a $315 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $141 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Sandra Gustafson, 48, Dayton, pled guilty on November 25 to Second Degree Theft. Gustafson was sentenced to up to five years in prison and assessed a $750 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge, $150 in attorney fees and $180 in court costs. Brittany Conant, Dayton, pled guilty on November 20 to Third Degree Theft. Conant was sentenced to two years in prison and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $125 L.E.I. surcharge and $100 in court costs. Ann Duff, 50, Mason City, pled guilty on November 25 to False Imprisonment. Duff was sentenced to 14 days in jail and assessed a $315 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $100 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Blair Madden, 54, St. Ansgar, pled guilty on November 20 to Operating While Intoxicated, Second Offense. Madden was placed on 10 days of house arrest and assessed a $1,850 fine, 35 percent surcharge,

$10 D.A.R.E., $126 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Tyler Nolte, 22, Mason City, pled guilty on November 25 to Operating While Intoxicated, Second Offense. Nolte was sentenced to days in jail and assessed a $1,875 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. and $100 in court costs. Corey Grossnickle, 33, Eagle Grove, pled guilty to Operating While Intoxicated, Second Offense. Grossnickle was sentenced to two years in prison and assessed a $1,875 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. and $100 in court costs. Steven Sturges, 54, Rockwell, pled guilty on November 22 to Operating While Intoxicated, First Offense. Sturges was sentenced to two days in jail and assessed a $625 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. and $100 in court costs. Danielle Vine, 26, Clear Lake, received a deferred judgment on November 25 to Operating While Intoxicated, First Offense. Vine was placed on one-year probation and assessed a $1,250 civil penalty, $216 in attorney fees and $100 in court costs. Jay Boelkes, 54, Hampton, pled guilty on November 22 to Operating While Intoxicated, First Offense. Boelkes was sentenced to seven days in jail and assessed a $1,250 fine, 35 percent surcharge, $10 D.A.R.E. and $140 in court costs. Pamela Armstrong, 52, Clear Lake, pled guilty on November 20 to Operating While Intoxicated, First Offense. Armstrong was ordered to complete a two-day OWI alternative program. Details regarding fines and other costs were unavailable. Property Transfer DWDJ: Gailerd Erickson and Deanna Bohmer Power of Attorney to Justin and Sarah Green; Fairview Add Blk 1 Lot 1 Blk 1 Lot 2 MC; $100,000 and $159.20; 2013-8717. DWDJ: Iowa Traction Railroad Company to David and Kay Johnson; Industrial Park 5th Add Lot 6 MC Exc E 130’; $148,500 and $236.80; 2013-8716. DWDJ: Larry and Beverly Brouwer to Michael and Tracey Fossey; Ventura Heights Lot Outlot A VT N 132’; $180,000 and $287.20; 20138711. DWDJ: Jeffrey Trask to Todd and Amy Tesar; Oleson’s Add Blk 2 Lot 2 MC; $59,000 and $93.60; 20138706. DWD: Gary Rosenthal and Donna Sklavenitis to Benjamin Petersen; Broadlawns’ 4th Add Blk 1 Lot 2 MC; $105,000 and $167.20; 20138705. DWD: Larry Elwood Construction Inc to Kristin Cannella; Fairways Condominium Bldg Unit 2141 MC; $275,000 and $439.20; 20138704. DAJT: Robert and Marcella Stricker to Marcella Stricker; Midland Heights 1st Add Lot 526 Lot 525 MC W 1/2 of Lot 525; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8700. DWD: Merrill and Mary Lou Button Life Estate to Merrilee Campbell and Nancy Olson; Rolling Acres 3rd Add Blk 6 Lot 8 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8699. DWD: Edwina Formanek Trustee, Revocable Trust to BCWALD Properties LLC; Clear Lake (Original Town) Blk 5 Lot 3 CL; $175,000 and $279.20; 2013-8695. DAJT: Nicole Olson and Ferninand and Donna Riedel to Nicole Olson and Donna Riedel; Rolling Acres Add Blk 3 Lot 24 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8694. DWDJ: Donald and Diana Kellar to Curt and Susan Seehusen; Stone Pillar 17th Subdivision Lot 2 MC; $285,000 and $455.20; 2013-8692. DWDJ: Billy and Connie Fett to Donald and Marjorie Bannan; 13-9619 SW SW Exc Parcel “A� as Desc & Depicted in Survey B07 P7872; $400,000 and $639.20; 2103-8691. DQC: Joseph and Jeanne McCurnin to Joseph and Jeanne McCurnin; Bel Air 1st Add Blk 12 Lot 10 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8684. DQC: Joel and Kay Novak to Joel and Kay Novak Trustee, Revocable Trust; Walden Condominium Bldg Unit 8; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8684. DWD: North Iowa Corridor Economic Development Corporation to 40 Day LLC; Clear Lake Industrial Park 3rd Add Replat of Lots 4

& 5 Lot 2 CL; $17,500 and $27.20; 2013-8670. DWDJ: Tyler and Cari Johanns to Matthew and Rhiannon Chizek; Pebble Creek Second Subdivision Blk 5 Lot 12 MC; $410,000 and $655.20; 2013-8665. DQC: BAC Home Loans Servicing LP and Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP to Federal Nation Mortgage Association; Meservey’s Add Blk 67 Lot 2 MC E 44’; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8659. DWD: Francis and Phylliss Dunlavey to Joni Gilbert; Bel Air 3rd Add Blk 8 Lot 7 MC; $130,000 and $207.20; 2013-8658. DQC: TF31 CCSB to Iowa Property Receiver LLC; Midland Heights Lot 213 MC Contract B12 P5379 (Neidlinger); $0.00 and $0.00; 20138652. DQC: United States of America and United States Department of Agriculture to Marcus Curry; Lake Devco Add Lot 15 CL; $28,000 and $44; 2013-8639. DQC: Audrey Eshelman Life Estate to Douglas Eshelman and Alicia Adkins; 13-96-20 NW NE SW NE SE NE Parcel “B� in Part of as Desc & Depicted in Survey B10 P1770 Exc Parcel “B-1� as Desc & Depicted in Survey B13 P2086; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8638. DWDJ: Ruth Umbarger to Steven and Anita Matchie; Rolling Acres Add Blk 3 Lot 2 MC; $63,000 and $100; 2013-8635. DAJT: John and Audrey Moor to Audrey Moor; Simenson’s Park Blk 1 Lot 13 CL, 18-96-21 NE NW Parcel in; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8632. DQC: Bank of America Successor, BAC Home Loans Servicing LP and Countrywide Home Loans Servicing LP to Kelly Seberson; Lehigh Add Blk 3 Lot 22 MC E 64’; $16,000 and $24.80; 2013-8630. DCDJ: Richard Ermer Executor, Susan Basye Executor and Mary Gallagher Estate to Dylan and Taylor Williams; Kirtland (Original Town) Blk 4 Lot 9 RW; $50,500 and $80; 2013-8627. DWDJ: David McClellan to Steven and Stacie Brass; Sweetwater Beach Condominium Bldg Unit C CL; $392,000 and $626.40; 20138624. DQCJ: James Forehand to James Forhand and Macia Ralston; Willowbrook Add Sub of S 617’ of O.L. F Lot 7 Lot 6 MC W 5’ of Lot 6; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8622. DAFF: Terry Anderson to Terry, Calvin, Beverly, Michael, Janet, Karen and Cindy Anderson; 30-9622 SE SW S 397.27’ of E 796.35’ (Containing 7.26 Acres) Exc A Parcel (Containing 3.31 Acres); $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8619. DWD: Scott and Kathy Paulson to Jeffrey Brakke; Fairway Point Bldg Unit 3 Bldg Unit 4 CL; $348,000 and $556; 2013-8617. DAD: Wayne and Hazar Hall Trust, Trustee to Marilyn Niemi; 0897-21 SE NW Part of (Containing 10 Acres) Cont B07 P5342; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8605. DQC: TF29 CCSB LLC to Iowa Property Receiver LLC; Gilbert S. Randall’s 1st Add Lot 2 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8589. DWDJ: BD Development Company LC to Alan and Sharon Steckman; Cottonwood Village Third Sub Lot 10 MC Parcel “D� In Part of as Desc & Depicted in Survey B12 P9287; $180,000 and $287.20; 2013-8586. DAJT: Nicole Olson and Martha Pauley Estate to Curtis Nelson; 1897-19 NW SW NE SW SW SW SE SW SW NW Portion of SW 1/4 S&E of RR Row Exc a Tract in SE SW & Parcel “A� in SW NW Containing 10.40 Acres, 13-97-20 NE SE NW SE SE SE SW SE NE NE SE NE SW NE NW NE SE 1/4 Exc S 60 Acres & N 1/2 SE NE W1/2 NE Exc N 277.45’ of W 785’; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8584. DWDJ: Daryl and Kim Ruter to Adam and Jessica Otto; 12-96-22 NE NE Parcel “C� in Part of 1/2 as Desc & Depicted in Survey Rec B10 P8657 Fulfill of Cont B13 P2443; $126,000 and $200.80; 2013-8583. DWD: Fred and Margaret Cobb Trustee, Revocable Trust to Daryl Ruter; 12-96-22 NE NE Parcel “C� in Part of S 1/2 Desc & Depicted in Survey Rec B1- P8657 Fulfill of Cont B13 P2443; $110,000 and $175.20; 2013-8581. DWD: Kathleen Stein to Gregory

and Kathleen Stein Cotrustee, Living Trust; Birch Park Condominium Bldg Unit 1421 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8572. DWDJ: Dell Vosburgh to Troy Robers and Roxanne Deike Hasf Jord; 18-96-21 Sub of NW 1/4 NE 1/4 Lot 7 S 132’ of W 1/2 Exc E60’ $119,500 and $190.40; 2013-8562. DAJT: Edward and Stella Tosel to Stella Tosel; Bill Tate’s 1st Add Sub of O.L. B Lot 1 MC; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8561. DWD: Lula Koethe Trustee, Revocable Trust to Lula Koethe Broadacre Farm LLC; 03-95-19 SW NW SE NW SW NE SN SW SW SW SE SW NE SW NW SE SW SE Part of SW NE & W 1/2 of SE 1/4 of Railroad W 1/2 of W 1/2 of SW 1/4 Exc Part; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8560. DCD: Peter and Mildred Wind to William Faber; Myhr Add Lot 2 Lot 3 CL Exc Swly 20’ of Lots 2 & 3; $125,000 and $199.20; 2013-8558. DAJT: Peter, Mildred and Alan Wind Executor, Estate to Mildred Wind; Myhr Add Lot 2 Lot 3 CL Exc Swly 20’ of Lots 2 & 3; $0.00 and $0.00. DAFF: David Vestweber to David, Henry and Pearl Executor; 2495-22 NE NW NW NW SE NW SW NW Undivided 1/2 Interest; $0.00 and $0.00; 2013-8554. DWD: Dennis and Patti Baker to Ruter Farms Inc; 30-97-21 NE SE SE SE Exc Parcel “A� (Containing

10 Acres) & Exc Parcel “B� (Containing 40 Acres) Fulfillment of Contract B11 P1574; $183,000 and $292; 2013-8553. DAFF: Merlea Schultz to Terry and Merlea Schulz; Grand View Blk 1 Lot 19; $0.00 and $0.00; 20138552. DWDJ: Michael and Jeannine Daley to Matthew and Valerie Jones; Elder Sub Lot 3 MC; $156,000 and $248.80; 2013-8548. DWD: Bruce and Rebecca Jolivette to Alyssa Johnson; George Carlton’s Sub of Lot 1 of Elon A. Tuttle’s Sub in S/2 SW/4 NW/4 NW/4 18-96-21 Blk 7 Exc N 120’ & Exc S 84’; $88,400 and $140.80; 2013-8546. DWD: Coe Cottonwood Hills LC to Crystal Meints Trustee, Revocable Trust; Coe’s 3rd Add Lot 4 Lot 4A Lot 5 Lot 5A VT, 17-96-22 NE SW NW SE NE SE SW SW SW SE SE SE SE SW Lying S of RR Exc Portions Gov Lot 2 SE SW Exc Part; $1,151,580 and $1,842.40; 20138545.

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Some activity is also present at the north grade. NORTHEAST Volga Lake The lake recently froze over and there is a small amount of snow cover in places. Please use caution when going on the ice. Bluegill - No Report: Crappie - No Report: Lake Hendricks Ice is about two inches thick but very spotty. Use caution when going out on ice especially around the aerator. Bluegill - No Report: Crappie - No Report: Lake Meyer The lake has been covered with ice for about ¿ve days but no one has ventured out. Please use caution when going out on newly formed ice. Check ice thickness often. Bluegill No Report: Crappie - No Report: Upper Iowa River (above Decorah) Fish have moved into their overwintering holes. Smallmouth Bass - No Report: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are having luck using jigs tipped with a twistertail. Try ¿shing off the bottom. Fish are biting really light. Upper Iowa River (below Decorah) Fish have moved into their overwintering holes. Smallmouth Bass - No Report: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are having success using a variety of jigs tipped with a twistertail. Use a slow presentation. Yellow River Fishing out of a canoe or kayak is allowed without landowner permission. Wading or ¿shing from the bank requires landowner permission. Turkey River (above Clermont) The Vernon Springs impoundment near Cresco has frozen over. Use caution when walking out on ice where there is Àow. Check ice depths often. Fish will likely be found in deeper holes. Turkey River (below Clermont) We have received no information regarding ¿shing on this water body this week. Cedar River (above Nashua) Many backwater and slack water areas are frozen. Use caution when walking out on new ice as depths may vary especially in areas where there is Àow or springs. Northern Pike - Fair: Anglers are picking up a few pike. Smallmouth Bass - Slow: Walleye - Slow: Anglers are using jigs tipped with minnows. Anglers are ¿nding ¿sh 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. Af-

ternoon #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 with temperatures in the low to mid 30s. Angling pressure remains very low. Most area lakes and backwaters now have ice.

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By Kristi Nixon Sydney Shreckengost led a trio in double figure scoring with 14 as the West Fork girls basketball team started the season right with a 49-37 win at Garner-Hayfield/Ventura on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Courtney Larson and Lindsey Peterson each added 11 points as the Warhawks fought off a second quarter surge by the Cardinals. Coach Rodney Huber’s squad ran out to a 19-7 lead after the first eight minutes, but withstood a 12-2 second quarter to take a 21-19 halftime lead. After the break, the Warhawks put the pressure on and never trailed. Larson added 10 of the team’s 15 assists and three steals while Peterson led in rebounding with seven. Garner-Hayfield-Ventura’s Maddie Tusha led all scorers with 16 but the Cardinals shot just 15-of-46 from the field. The Warhawks had another road test at New Hampton before they play in their home opener against West Hancock on Monday, Dec. 9. West Fork 49, GarnerHayfield/Ventura 37

By Kristi Nixon West Fork senior Lindsey Peterson took home one more honor after the 2013 volleyball season. The outside hitter for the Warhawks was recently named second team all-state in Class 2A by the Iowa Girls Volleyball Coaches Association. Peterson was the top hitter in the state in kills per set average at 6.68. She helped lead her team to a 15-12 record after finishing with more than 1,000 kills, digs and set assists in her career. Three from 2A state champion Dike-New Hartford were not only on the first team but two of the three were on the elite team as well, including Briana Weber and Rachel Koop, both juniors. Brooke Morgan was the other member of the Wolverines to earn first team status in 2A. Weber was the 2A player of the year and D-NH coach Diane Harms was named 2A Coach of the Year. Above: Ann Jorgensen (31) of West Fork fights for a rebounds with Garner-Hayfield/Ventura’s Mackenzie Van Gerpen during the season opener at Garner on Tuesday, Nov. 26. Below: Sydney Shreckengost (33) of West Fork looks to pass the ball under the basket while being defended by a G-H/V player. (Rick Ermer photos)

West Fork (1-0, 0-0) – Taylor Logan 3-5 1-4 7, Courtney Larson 3-6 5-6 11, Mickee Guritz 0-1 0-2 0, Kelsey Nierengarten 0-0 0-0 0, Madison Shreckengost 2-4 0-0 6, Lindsey Peterson 4-7 3-5 11, Anne Jorgenson 0-2 0-0 0, Sydney Shreckengost 6-8 1-4 14, Kaitlyn Liekweg 0-3 0-0 0. Totals 18-36 10-21 49. Garner-Hayfield/Ventura (0-1, 0-0) – Mackenzie Haag 1-4 0-0 2, Maddie Tusha 6-15 2-4 16, Emily Spilman 6-14 0-1 12, Tiara Van Gerpen 1-3 0-3 2, Grace Tusha 0-1 0-0 0, Sydney Younge 0-2 0-0 0, Madee Hejna 0-0 0-0 0, Mackenzie Van Gerpen 0-3 1-2 1, Shelby Rayhorns 1-4 2-5 4. Totals 15-46 5-15 37. West Fork 19 2 16 12 G-H/V 7 12 10 8

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Three point goals – WF 3-6 (M. Shreckengost 2-2, S. Shreckengost 1-2, Liekweg 0-2); G-H/V 2-14 (M. Tusha 2-8, T. Van Gerpen 0-1, Haag 0-2, Spilman 0-3). Rebounds – WF 23, 5 off. 18 def. (Peterson 7, Larson 4, Niegengarten 3, S. Shreckengost 3, Guritz 2, Jorgensen 2, Logan, M. Shreckengost); G-H/V 24, 10 off. 14 def. (M. Tusha 6, Haag 4, Younge 3, M. Van Gerpen 3, Rayhons 3, Spilman 2, T. Van Gerpen 2, Team). Assists – WF 15 (Larson 10, Peterson 2, Logan, S. Shreckengost, Liekweg); G-H/V 9 (Spilman 4, Haag 2, Rayhorns 2, T. Van Gerpen). Steals – WF 11 (Larson 3, Guritz 2, Jorgensen 2, S. Shreckengost 2, Logan, Liekweg); G-H/V 13 (Spilman 5, M. Tusha 3, M. Van Gerpen 2, Haag, G. Tusha, Rayhorns). Blocks – WF 0; G-H/V 1 (Haag). Total fouls – WF 17; G-H/V 20. Fouled out – None.

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IGVCA Class 2A All-State Volleyball First Team Briana Weber, Jr., Dike-New Hartford; Rachel Koop, Dike-New Hartford, Jr.; Brooke Morgan, DikeNew Hartford; Jamie Gesink, Western Christian, Jr.; Kasey Reuter, Hinton, Sr.; Haley Moss, Western Christian, Sr.; Alissa Pollema, Western Christian, Sr.; Karlie Taylor, Eddyville-Blakesburg/Fremont, So. Second Team Kylie Ferguson, Council Bluffs St. Albert, Sr.; Ema Altena, Western Christian, Sr.; Lizzy Blough, DikeNew Hartford, Jr.; Kally Frisch, Sumner-Fredericksburg, Sr.; Riley Sents, Grundy Center, Jr.; Lindsey Peterson, West Fork, Sr.; Jade Schaap, Western Christian, Sr.; Gracie Myers, Treynor, Sr.

By Kristi Nixon DES MOINES – Two area players earned a spot on the all-district teams in their respective classes. AGWSR’s Olivia Ingledue was named to the Class 1A Northeast District while Lindsey Peterson of West Fork got the nod in the Class 2A Central District. Both are seniors. Ingledue helped lead a surprising post-season run for the Cougars before bowing out in the regional final – a game before the state volleyball tournament. As the team’s libero, Ingledue finished with 462 digs, for an average of 5.19 digs per set. State champion team Janesville’s Shelly Sorenson was named the 1A Northeast District Coach of the Year. Peterson, meanwhile, proved she was one of the best hitters in the state, also recently being named second-team all-state by the Iowa Volleyball Girls Coaches Association. She tallied 474 total kills. Darwin Sents of state-qualifying team Grundy Center was the 2A Central District Coach of the Year.

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