December 5, 2013 by Mid-America Publishing Corporation

The Wright County

Monitor

Holmes Christmas Club Page 5 Family Literacy Night Page 16

144th year Number 49

Thursday, December 5, 2013

Ofﬁcial newspaper of Wright County

$1.00 per copy

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Clarion Gives Thanks

Last Few Days to Donate

Stan Watne shows off this gift for a local small boy this Christmas. Watne, responding to the need for a present for a child in need, picked out a snazzy car that should delight anyone who likes things that go zoom! The ﬁnal few days to contribute to the HOPES program and the Spirit of Giving are this week. HOPES program donations are due on Monday, Dec. 9. Spirit of Giving items are due Friday, Dec. 6. (Monitor photo by Mary Freeman, Editor)

SKYPE your Supervisors By: Mary Freeman, Editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com The Wright County Board of Supervisors met in usual session on Monday, Dec. 2, to handle the County’s drainage issues. Although there was not much to attend to this week, besides approving the offer of employment to ﬁll a vacancy in Eagle Grove pending pre-employment screening and veriﬁcation of CDL, the new SKYPE connection to view and participate in the Supervisors meetings is now up and running. Simply go to www.skype.com and

By: Mary Freeman, Editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com The annual Clarion Community Thanksgiving Dinner was a smashing success with over 150 people in attendance. The Dinner sponsored by the Clarion Ministerium and staffed by volunteers was a chance for some community members to catch up with former neighbors and friends who have returned to Clarion to visit for the holiday. The turkey-with-all-thetrimmings meal was heaped upon plates by folks like Nico Sollazzo, who came up from Des Moines to serve on the line, a capacity in which he has grown proﬁcient in the 10 years he has been volunteering for this event. Said Sollazzo. “ I worked my way up from fetching and carrying to dishing up” as he drizzled gravy upon mounds of mashed potatoes. Bill Mayes, another volunteer was there at the behest of his brother and sister-in-law, Wendell Mayes and Beth Menges, as he had been gone for a while “I moved away 45

There was much to be thankful for at the Community Thanksgiving Dinner, sponsored by the Clarion Ministerium and staffed by volunteers on Thanksgiving Day. years ago, but moved back after my mother had passed” said Mayes, as

he was looking for ways to connect with his old hometown.

Neighbors gathered to give thanks for their many blessings at the Clarion Community Thanksgiving Dinner.

create a SKYPE account; search out Wright County Supervisors, click on ‘video call’ and you’re there, watching the meeting almost as if you were there. The Supervisors tabled the proposed annexation petition until next week’s meeting on Monday, Dec. 9, at 9 a.m., and approved the TIP (Tax Increment Financial) report, ending the meeting with updates on their activities from the preceding week as well as upcoming business.

Ice Safety Reminder As Iowa Lakes Freeze Over By: Mary Freeman, Editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com Due to the recent tragic pondrelated loss of two young boys in a neighboring community over the weekend, perhaps it’s time to review some ice-safety guidelines. There is no such thing as 100% safe ice. It is as unpredictable as the natural elements which created it. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources recommends a minimum of four inches in thickness of quality ices for fishing, and at least five inches for snowmobiles and ATV’s. Ice thickness is NOT uniform on bodies of water; what may appear solidly frozen through by the shoreline, may be extremely thin towards the center. Also, rocks and trees that poke through the ice also conduct heat, and may make the ice even more than usually unstable. There could be pockets of thin ice or places where ice recently formed, so it would be wise to check ice thickness, very carefully as you go out. Safety items in the bucket: Ice picks, about 50 feet of rope and a throwable floatation seat cushion for use in case of rescue. Ice fishing is really a social

The site of the meal, the ClarionGoldﬁeld High School, was festively decorated with placemats created by the local kindergarten and ﬁrst grade classes with a harvest and Thanksgiving theme, diners were encouraged to take these home with them as mementos of the occasion. After serving the multitude, the volunteers enjoyed their own repast and discussed dinners long ago and plans for those yet to come; a truly wonderful institution which was the occasion for much thanks on this special holiday instituted to celebrate family, friends and the simple joys of gratitude and sharing.

Desserts stretching on as far as the eye can see awaited diners at the Clarion Community Thanksgiving Dinner.

Small business is big business in Clarion By: Mary Freeman, Editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com Small Business Saturday, a concept which has taken root in this country for the last several years, hit Clarion last weekend. Although some business reported less-than-normal Saturday returns, some retailers were pleased with the turnout. From Shopko to grounded, residents came out to shop and socialize, oohing and ahing over delicately wrought Christmas ornaments at Daisy’s or chatting over coffee and trinkets in grounded’s basement, folks came out to hunt up

bargains and enjoy the day. Kelly Langﬁtt representing ThirtyOne; Megan Lingenfelter from Jewel Kade and Vicki Iverson from Silpada Designs had set up shop in grounded’s basement to show off their assorted wares, a concept that might just happen more often if arrangements can be made. The ‘hands-down coolest gift to ever sit beneath the tree’ award goes to Urness Hardware where, after conducting a small, non-scientiﬁc and thoroughly biased poll, their currently in-stock electric coat is the must-have gift for the outdoorsman/

woman – it is that stylish – or anyone else challenged by the elements at work or at play. With a 6-hour battery life, rechargeable batteries AND the charger, this is bound to be one item ﬂying off the shelves this year. And while you’re there, check out the John Deer miniatures right next to the doors, wouldn’t a Christmas tree trimmed with these little gems be oh so ‘Wright County’? The added bonus of course is that ﬁnally, there will be no lack of volunteers to help take down the decorations when the festivities come to an end!

Shopko’s selection of gifts and holiday décor is both vast as well as affordable, with everything from toys to coffee makers (plus the coffee) and a tree trimming section that can accommodate almost anyone’s color schemes and tastes. The stationary section seemed to be a hit with the kids, which is understandable when you realize that they carry a line of singing cards. The small businesses of Clarion are well stocked to serve all of your holiday shopping needs and are just waiting for you to stop by and see their selections.

activity, so don’t go out alone, besides being less fun, it is also more dangerous. If the worst should happen, someone would be there to call for help or to rescue you. Also, as simple as it sounds in acknowledging an old Frank Zappa song, avoid off-colored snow or ice, as it is usually a sign of weakness. Trust your instincts, if it doesn’t look or feel right, just stay off and live to ﬁsh or play another day.

County Conservation is in search of Deer Hides

Deer hunting enthusiasts, The Wright County Conservation Board will be collecting deer hides during the month of December. Collection boxes will be located at Bomgaars in Eagle Grove, Urness Hardware in Clarion and True Value in Belmond. Hides must be folded fur side out, relatively clean of all meat and fat and in good condition. The sale of these deer hides will help to promote the Hunter Education program in Wright

County, and ensure that the class will remain cost free to all participants. So please consider doing your part to help recruit and promote hunting in Wright County and consider donating your deer hides to this program. If you have any questions or have a large quantity of hides to pick up, please contact Eric Rector or Jacob Schaben at the Wright County Conservation Board, 515532-3185.

Shoppers turned out and gifts were selected as Clarion participated in this year’s Small Business Saturday. A fairly new tradition which encourages shoppers to spend their money locally, as opposed to sending their hard-earned cash to far-off lands and stranger’s pockets.

Page 2 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Pre-Holiday Fun in Clarion By: Mary Freeman, Editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com The Holiday season kicked off in style at both Fuel and Chappy’s on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, giving locals a chance to show off the highlights of Clarion to visiting friends and relations with a night of fun. Fuel hosted a discount drinks night of music, food and fun with Mojo Productions all-request DJ playing favorites new and old from 8 p.m. on. Chappy’s D.J. competed with discount drink specials and platters of food ﬂying out of the kitchen as the night deepened and the dancing began. Holiday fun, Clarion style was a hit for those who braved the temperatures and ventured forth on the night before Thanksgiving to show off the town.

The D.J’s spin some popular requests at both Fuel and Chappy’s on Main on Wednesday night, Nov. 27.

Middle School Treat

As a special treat for middle schooler’s who had not missed a single assignment thus far. A noontime feed was sponsored by First State Bank and Town and Country on Tuesday, Nov. 26, and serving up delicious Subway goodness was (from left to right) Staci Schnitther from Town and Country; Jodi Reed from FSB; Myndi McCart from Town and Country and Sherri O’Brien from FSB.

City Council discusses Housing Rehabilitation Fund Application By: Mary Freeman, Editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com Clarion’s City Council met at their regularly scheduled time and place Monday night Dec. 2, as they attended to the City’s business. Special to the meeting was Kathy Showalter who reported on the grant process and offered the Resolution to approve the CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Fund Application to assist moderate-to-low income homeowners in Clarion. The Council passed the resolution after debate concerning the process for accepting applications – it will be on a ﬁrst-come-ﬁrst-served basis for qualifying applicants in order to be as fair and impartial as possible. Sholwalter informed the meeting’s attendees that the survey sent to residents of Clarion had been returned at almost an unprecedented rate – 83% - with 70% of those responding falling into the target group of low to moderate income homeowners. A planned “’Windshield survey’ will take place shortly, grading properties on a 1 to 5 scale, with 1 being no improvement needed; to 5, where extensive repairs necessary.

Even the staff got into the spirit of fun at Fuel on Wednesday night.

New Council members, Dave Maxheimer and Barb Mussman, are currently attending City Council meetings as they prepare to take up the reigns of local government in January.

According to Showalter, they have been “working on this for quite a while to assure quality housing for all residents.” There will be further information concerning the application process when the details have solidified. Also discussed was the Iowa State Traffic Flow and Movement study, and how it pertains to local traffic

DID YOU SEE? Our Mother, Betty Wesenberg, was entering the West entrance of the Wright Medical Center in Clarion on April 12th 2012, when she was struck by a car while under the canopy in the crosswalk. If you saw this accident or have any information, please contact: Randy Nielsen at 1-888-945-4092.

Thank you, The Wesenberg Family

If Your Scrooge Wouldn’t Buy A Kinetico Water System Before, Here’s He’s Been Waiting For.

The Deal

He won’t say “bah humbug” to these discounts. With a Kinetico water system, you’ll save in more ways than one. You will:

• • • • • • • •

Use less salt and haul fewer heavy salt bags Save on water usage Save on soaps and cleaners Save on expensive repairs or calls for service Enjoy soft water all the time – even during regeneration Stop setting, resetting or tinkering with your system Save on bottled water Save on the purchase price!

These and the other benefits of having a Kinetico water system will turn any Scrooge around. With a Kinetico water system, your water problems won’t last – and neither will these deals. So call today.

safety, “If people would just drive the speed limit and pay attention we’d have no problem, but you know how that goes.” said Council Member Lindsey German, as the discussion turned to the number of instances of near accidents at some in-town intersections. The council touched on the need to remove the compost/brush pile to a different location, as well as the automatic sewer and water increase of 1.6%. set to implement in January with or without action by the Council.

Thursday, Dec. 5 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Masterson Personnell Job Fair at the Depot, 302 S. Main 6 p.m. JV/Varsity Wrestling vs. Iowa FallsAlden/Central Springs 6:30 p.m. 9th Girls and Boys Basketball at Iowa Falls - Alden Friday, Dec. 6 7 a.m. Wright on Toastmasters Meeting in the Board Room at Iowa Specialty Hospital – Clarion. 9 a.m .to 5 p.m. Open House at Security Saving Bank. Free refreshments and for every donation made a $2 matching donation will be made to the visitor’s church of choice. 2 to 3 p.m. DARE graduation in the Multipurpose Room of the Middle School 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball at St. Edmonds Saturday, Dec. 7 9 to 11 a.m. Jingle Jam Kid’s Shoppe at the Clarion Public Library. Enjoy a kid’s shoppe and family fun activities to kick off the holiday season. 11 a.m. Varsity Wrestling at Eagle Grove NCIBA Jazz Festival at Fort Dodge Monday, Dec. 9 5:30 p.m. CG School Board Meeting 7 p.m. Middle School Concert 7 p.m. Clarion-Goldﬁeld School Board

Fuel will be

closed

dec. 21 to Jan. 2 for vacation. Closing early on Friday, Dec. 13 for a private party. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 12 midnight

223 North Main • Clarion 515-532-FUEL (3835)

Open Wednesday - Sunday at 11 a.m.

Calendar of Events

Meeting 8 p.m. High School Concert Tuesday, Dec. 10 1 p.m. 4th-5th Grade Elementary Christmas Concert 3:45 p.m. JV/V Girls and Boys Basketball vs. Algona 6 p.m. Santa at the Clarion Library, 302 N. Main Street. Bring your camera, hear Santa read a story, and enjoy a couple Christmas activities. Wear your pajamas if you’d like 7 p.m. 4th-5th Grade Elementary Christmas Concert Wednesday, Dec. 11 7 to 9 p.m. Clarion Cross-Culture Corporation, a not-for-proﬁt corporation, will offer FREE English and/or computer classes to our surrounding area residents. Hosted at the United Presbyterian Church and taught by Tamara and Robert EnTin. For more complete information, contact the EnTins at 1-515-293-0928 or 1-515-293-0927.

* To have your event added to the calendar call 515-532-2871 or email cmonitor@mchsi. com

El Morelense Mexican Restaurant

$5.00 Daily Specials Tuesday- All types of enchiladas Wednesday- Burritos Thursday- Taco Salads Friday- Taco Fajitas (Full menu offered everyday!)

Jalisco Special

Authentic Mexican food Enchiladas

Chicken Fajitas

Very affordable pricing!

Hours- Monday’s • Closed Tuesday-Sunday • 10 am -9 pm

115 South Main Street Clarion • 515-602-6111

spreading holiday CHEER! Now, until December 18, if you withdraw cash at any of our five ATM locations you may just get a fifty dollar bill in place of a twenty. Stop by and test your luck - you may end up tickled green!

Ask about our

Holiday Specials

Thursday, Dec. 12 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Masterson Personnell Job Fair at the Depot, 302 S. Main 6 p.m. JV/V Wrestling at Humboldt with Algona 6:30 p.m. 9th Grade Girls and Boys Basketball vs. Humboldt 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Alzheimer’s Caregivers’ Support Group at the Clarion Wellness and Rehabilitation Center room 304. Friday, Dec. 13 4:30 p.m. JV/V Girls and Boys Basketball at Webster City Saturday, Dec. 14 JV/V Wrestling at Aplington-Parkersburg 1 p.m. JV/V Girls and Boys Basketball vs. North Iowa

ATM LOCATIONS: Alden. . . . . . . . . . . .UBTC Office (914 Main St) Dows. . . . . . . .UBTC Office (101 W Ellsworth St) Hampton. . . . . . .UBTC Office (400 Central Ave E) Sheffield. . . . . . . .UBTC Office (202 Gilman St) Rockwell. . . Dugan’s Supermarket (204 N 4th St) If you don’t have an ATM or debit card, apply for one today!

Mort’s Water Company 1410 Gull Ave. • Latimer, IA 50452

1-800-HEY-MORT (439-6678) www.mortsonline.com

Ad Size - 4.39” x 8”

MEMBER FDIC

www.ubtc.net

No banking relationship necessary to win. An account with United Bank & Trust Company will not increase your chances of winning. Promotion period starts 12/04/2013 and ends 12/18/2013.

www.clarionnewsonline.com

The Wright County Monitor 107 2nd Avenue NE Clarion, Iowa 50525 www.clarionnewsonline.com

Merged with the Dows Advocate Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Clarion contact information: Phone: 515-532-2871 FAX: 515-532-2872 Dows contact information: Phone: 515-852-3344 FAX: 515-852-3344 Dows mailing address: P.O. Box 139 401 W. Train St. Dows, Iowa 50071 We reserve the right to edit any and all copy presented to our news department. We reserve the right to reject any advertising, request prepayment, and cancel at any time. Quantity discounts available. Newsroom Editor: Mary Freeman, 515-5322871, or email WrightCoMonitor@ gmail.com. Sports Editor: Les Houser, 515-4484745 or email WrightCoSports@ gmail.com. Use this contact to offer story tips, local news, church news, obituaries: Jennifer Roberts, 515-5322871 or email cmonitor@mchsi. com. Dows Coordinator: Deb Oelmann, 515-852-3344 or email dowsadvocate@gmail,com, by mail at P.O. Box 139, Dows, Iowa 50071; by delivery at 401 W. Train St., Dows; or leave the item in the outside Monitor drop box at the Dows Grocery in downtown Dows. Please include your name, address, and phone number with all items. Paper or Internet Advertising: Frankie Aliu: 641-456-2585, ext. 121, or by email at WCMonitorAds@ gmail.com Tim Craig, 515-448-4745 or by email at tcraig.map@goldfieldaccess. net. Jennifer Roberts: 515-532-2871, or by email at cmonitor@mchsi.com Circulation and Subscriptions: Deb Chaney, 1-800-558-1244 ext. 122 or email mapcirculation@iowaconnect.com, subscriptions and renewals can take up to two weeks to process and may cause lags in service if not planned ahead. Didn’t get your paper? If you did not receive your paper in Thursdays mail, call the Clarion Post Office or The Monitor at 515-532-2871. Composition: Sarah Tassinari, 515-532-2871, or by email at cmonitor@mchsi.com Jennifer Roberts, 515-532-2871, or by email at cmonitor@mchsi.com Billing and Accounting: Pam DeVries, 1-800-558-1244 ext. 119 or email pamdevries@iowaconnect.com.

Thursday, December 5, 2013 • The Wright County Monitor Page 3

Nancy’s Notes

I hope you enjoyed the holiday weekend. It’s that time of year when everyone has many different activities to keep them occupied, but don’t let that stop you from reading. Just find some shorter, lighter books! Fanny Flagg and her “All Girl Filling Stations Last Reunion” might be just the ticket for those busy days. Her new comic mystery novel is about two women who are forced to reimagine who they are. Mrs. Sookie Poole of Point Clear, Alabama, has just married off the last of her daughters and is looking forward to relaxing and traveling with her husband, Earle. The only thing left to contend with is her mother, Lenore Simmons Krackenberry. Lenore may be a lot of fun for other people, but is an overbearing presence for her daughter. Then one day, by accident, Sookie discovers a secret about her mother’s past that knocks her for a loop and calls into question everything she ever thought she knew about herself, her family, and her future. Sookie begins a search for answers that takes her to California, the Midwest, and back in time, to the 1940s, when an irrepressible woman named Fritzi takes on the job of running her family’s filling station. Soon truck drivers are changing their routes to fill up at the All-Girl Filling Station. Inspirational or holiday readers will enjoy reading, “Christmas visitor an Amish Romance”, by Linda Byler. One moment, Ben Miller was high up in the rafters at his neighbor’s barn raising. The next, his foot slipped and he plunged to his death, leaving behind a young

Showing December 6, 7, 8, & 11

Delivery Man Starring: Vince Vaughn

wife and six children. Ruth Miller is not alone. Her Amish neighbors help her to make the difficult transition from wife to widow. Devastated by her loss, Ruth isn’t sure how she’ll make ends meet or restore order to a house full of rambunctious kids. With help from her mother and her energetic neighbor, Mamie, Ruth finds a way to start over. Preoccupied with the effort to create a new life and manage her shrinking bank account, Ruth barely notices John King, the handsome newcomer to her community. How could she, if she had a chance, replace Ben? Does one ever replace a husband? As Christmas approaches, Ruth knows that she can’t afford gifts for her children this year. It’s hard enough to find money for groceries each week. But then banana boxes full of food, treats for the children, and even money begin to appear on her front porch. Who is leaving her these generous gifts? Also popular with our inspirational readers is Melody Carlson whose latest is entitled “Simple Christmas Wishes”. Rachel Milligan is caring for her seven-year-old niece, Holly, at her home in Chicago when she receives devastating news: Holly’s parents have been killed in a plane crash. Because Rachel is Holly’s only known relative, she assumes that she will be her niece’s guardian. However, custody is awarded to Lydia, a distant aunt who happens to be Amish. Just a week before Christmas, Rachel takes Holly to the Amish community in the hopes of persuading Aunt Lydia to give her custody. Instead, Lydia sets out to teach Holly to live according to the Amish way. As family secrets emerge and old wounds are healed, Rachel realizes that she will do whatever it takes to ensure that Holly has the loving family she needs. Come in and see us: Monday through Wednesday between noon and 8:00 p.m., Thursday and Friday between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., or Saturday between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Rated: PG-13 Tickets: 12 & Under: $2; Adults: $4 7:00 pm: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Wednesday 2:30 pm Sunday Matinee

Free Merchant Movie Dec. 7 • Rise of the Guardians at 11 am Coming Attractions: Dec. 13 • The Book Thief PG-13 115 1st Ave NE Clarion, IA 50525 515-602-6606 www.clariontheatre.com Check us out on Facebook

r owning a home in Belm e d i s n ond! “Co Featured Property ” 508 2nd st sw. $34,900 Cheaper than renting!

Administration: Publisher: Tim Craig, 515-448-4745 or by email at tcraig.map@goldfieldaccess.net. Office Manager: Jennifer Roberts, 515-532-2871, or by email at jennifer.roberts.map@gmail.com News Tips: The Monitor welcomes any and all news tips. At the office, call 5322871, or email cmonitor@mchsi. com. To request a photographer, please give at least a day’s notice. Deadlines: Legal Notices Noon Friday Classifieds Noon Monday Display Ads Noon Monday Submitted News Noon Friday Obituaries 4:30 p.m. Monday Breaking News 9 a.m. Tuesday* Event coverage requests 24 hours * This news may not be published in the current issue. The Monitor Staff: Regular employees in order of con tinuous years of service: Sarah Tassinari, Composition; Deb Oelmann, Dows Coordinator; Les Houser, Sports Editor; Tim Craig, Publisher/Ad Sales; Jennifer Roberts, Customer Service/ Typesetter/Proofreader/Office Manager/Ad Sales; Frankie Aliu, Marketing Consultant, Mary Freeman, Editor Official Newspaper For: City of Clarion City of Dows Clarion-Goldfield School District Dows School District Wright County Member of: Iowa Newspaper Association National Newspaper Association A Division of Mid-America Publishing Corporation P.O. Box 29 Hampton, Iowa 50441 Ryan Harvey, President and CEO RyanHarvey.map@gmail.com Published weekly at 107 2nd Ave. NE, Clarion, Iowa 50525. Postmaster: Send address changes to: The Wright County Monitor, P.O. Box 153, Clarion, Iowa, 50525

641-444-4444 • 247 East Main www.propertylinkrealestate.com

Christmas trees Bring your family for cookies & cider!

On a wing and a prayer… Greetings again to all of my new neighbors, I’m so excited to be here to take up the position of editor of the Wright County Monitor, and look forward to meeting every blessed one of you over the years – yes, I think I like this place that much. I come here with high hopes and many expectations, but first and foremost, I see my job as one of being a chronicler of your lives. I will write about your triumphs and your sorrows, the passage of your lives and your gifts to posterity. My job is to make sure that you all live on in hearts and memories until the newspaper ink runs dry; you folks drive the ebb and flow of life in Clarion. As promised, the story of my odyssey of arriving in Clarion, which actually began with an offer of my choice of two positions out west. During a phone interview (and this will become very important later) a publishing group had offered me one job in Idaho, or, another in Montana – but only gave me a twohour deadline in which to make my decision. After doing as much internet research as the timeframe would allow, I made my decision and returned the call to the CEO by simply pushing the ‘call’ button on my phone as a return call (yes, this is also crucial) and, to my surprise, I had to leave a message. Many messages. Over the course of three days. Anyhow, on day four, he calls me back to let me know that he had filled both jobs, as I had not contacted him with my choice of employment… huh? He hadn’t checked his messages on that phone, expecting me to call him back on another – a number that I didn’t have. I told you it was important; I’ve been offered more than one job in a day before, but I’ve never before lost two in one shot, especially over someone else’s careless oversight. Don’t you just love folks who don’t check their phone messages? I know I do - now! Well, life being the funny old thing that it is, I had already started my trek west, and was somewhere near Nebraska City, Nebr., when I learned of this awkward twist to my destiny, and decided, “What the heck! I’m stopping by to visit some friends and regroup.” So, there I

Quite Contrary... By: Mary Freeman, Editor Wright County Monitor

was, in Nebraska City frantically scanning the ‘journalist wanted’ web ads and hoping for a miracle, when the position of ‘working editor in Clarion, IA’ popped up. Now, being in a neighboring state is a serious plus when one’s funds are fast depleting, as well as when one is temporarily career-directionally challenged – so I sent my resume and portfolio off with crossed fingers, toes and eyes. After some email to-ing and fro-ing, I was invited up to interview for the position and this is where my fun actually begins. I am a firm believer in serendipity; things happen for a reason no matter how odd they may seem at the time – like the fact that Clarion has everything on my list in my personal quest for the ideal hometown – as I touched upon last week. Now, back to my adventures in getting here. I do know that folks in Iowa are quite friendly and welcoming, but your wildlife as well? Really? During my trip, I had been accidentally shunted off U.S. Route 34 onto an equally small road when trying to make my way to Interstate 35 northbound, and had to wend my way back to the correct road. Just who would have thought that a sign bearing the legend “Emergency Detour Route Interstate 35” didn’t actually mean NOW, but some time, perhaps, maybe, if an emergency DOES occur, in the future? Well I surely didn’t, and ended up driving in a large box-type shape around the southern, central section of Iowa all for no good reason, or actually, one that would shortly become apparent. I had just found another piece of signage bearing the words ‘Emergency Detour Route Interstate 35’ with an arrow positioned in the correct direction – yay – and was preceding around a short curve – when I saw them. They spotted me at about the same time, and we all braced for impact. Turkeys! Wild turkeys! There must have been close to 30 of them surging up from the culvert as my poor little car approached, and we all knew what was about to happen. I watched as their leader rose up magnificently with wings spread wide in an attempt to outrun fate – he made it! As did the few directly behind them. The rest? Well, not so much. There was a sable swarm

of flapping feathers enveloping my car, turkeys were bouncing off my passenger door and window, tumbling across my hood and bowling under my chassis; but it was the poor birds who slid across my windshield that drew my rapt attention – they looked as absolutely surprised as I did! Having never looked directly into a turkey’s eyes during a time of high stress, I had never known just how human their expressions could be. I swear, one of them looked exactly like my nephew when he was 5, and had gotten caught digging in the flowerbeds – OH MY! So, after the dark-brown wave had passed, I checked for both damages as well as a potential Thanksgiving dinner, free-will offering; no such luck on the latter, as there were neither; although I did have to just sit there, laughing and shaking, shaking and laughing for the better part of a half an hour. I shortly resumed my journey with new resolve and abject wonder at the odd things that happen to me when I travel – especially through Iowa. This is not my first trip to the rodeo; I have been through Iowa frequently, although never stopping for any great length of time – except once. Many years ago I lived in western Colorado and had gone to Wisconsin for a family reunion; we all had a great time and my mother stayed on to attend her 35th high school reunion and catch up with old friends, but my father had to leave around the same time as I did. We decided to make the trip back to Colorado together where he would board the train for the rest of the journey home to Oregon. All went well on our ride out of Wisconsin, right up until I missed the turn to get on the Interstate. Just what is it with Interstates and me? Anyhow, we ended up heading down Iowa 61 from Dubuque to Davenport, seeing more of Iowa than I think anyone has a God-given right to in one trip. We stopped for dinner in a funny little town named Zwingle but had missed the Zwinglefest by a mere 3 days! I have longed to return for some Zwingling fun, and it has been on my bucket list ever since – so now, here’s my chance, after all, I got here on a wing and a prayer didn’t I?

Check out our HUGE Selection of trees! Greenery • Stands • Bags • Wreaths Roping • Free Shaking & Netting

DEADLINE: Legal Notices.......................Noon Friday Classiﬁeds.........................Noon Monday Display Ads........................Noon Monday Submitted News...................Noon Friday

Call for Appointment 641-425-7717 Doug & Cyndi Miller

3 miles N. on 65 to 180th St. - Go E. 2 miles to Raven - On Southside Corner • Hampton, IA

Obituaries.......................4:30 p.m. Monday

About Letters to the Editor

The Wright County Monitor welcomes opinions of our readers, as long as the expressions are not in bad taste, and do not attack individuals within our circulation area without documentation or justification. Repeated letter from the same writer may not be used. The Wright County Monitor also will not accept letters that are duplicated, reprinted, copied or otherwise reproduced. Letters should be original, typewritten or neatly handwritten and signed in blue or black ink. If emailed, it must be from an original email address. The Wright County Monito does not care to print letters which

are also submitted to other newspapers. We are interested in sincere personal views and not publicity releases for an individual or a cause. If you cannot assure us that it is individual and personal, it will not be accepted. Your Letter to the Editor must include: • Your full name with signature • Your complete address • Your daytime telephone number

Letters may be mailed to: PO Box 153, Clarion IA 50525 or emailed to: cmonitor@mchsi.com

Page 4 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Wright County Courthouse

Eagle Grove standoff ends peacefully

On Monday, December 2, 2013, at 1:29 pm, Eagle Grove Police Officers were called to 115 N Cadwell in Eagle Grove for a barricaded subject. Eagle Grove officers, with assistance from the Wright County Sheriff’s Office, Clarion Police Department, Iowa State Patrol, and Eagle Grove EMS, entered into a standoff with Mr. Vrba. At 4:02 pm Mr. Vrba came out of the house and

peacefully surrendered to police officers. No one was injured during the standoff. During the standoff The Eagle Grove High School went into “lockdown” for precautionary measures due to its close proximity to the scene. Mr. Verba has been charged with three counts of assault and is currently being held at the Wright County Jail on a $2,000 bond.

Oldson’s Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. Eagle Grove/Clarion • 515-448-3456

Residential & Commercial Plumbing & Heating We service any Brand/Model 24-7 Emergency Service Furnaces Air Conditioners Boilers Heat Pumps Geothermal Fireplaces Water Heaters Ductless Systems LENNOX MAYTAG FUJITSU RHEEM (IN BUSINESS FOR OVER 100 YEARS)

• Residential • Commercial • Farm • Trenching/Backhoe

Dean Cleveland Ph. 532-2025 Cell 851-0312

H & K Plumbing

504 4th St. SE • Belmond, IA • 641-444-3432 Specializing in all types of plumbing!

• Furnaces • Air Conditioning • Water Heater • Septic and Sewer Systems • Sewer Cleaning 20 years experience!

Clerk of Court Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Sally A. Legleiter of Kanawha, $20; Karen M. Green of Goodell, $20; Loni T. Hillpirtle of Bakersfield, Calif., $20; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over): Cody M. Joynt of Ames, $40; William E. Ningen of North St. Paul, Minn., $40; Jeffery A. Meyer of Rowan, $40; Speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over): Scott T. Marshall of Webster City, $80; Speeding 55 or under zone (20mph over): Timothy C. Lange of Britt, $180; Speeding: Danielle T. R. Dorenkamp of Thornton, $20; Scott A. Murray of Mason City, $40; Kelsey J. Putman of Hampton, $20; Speedign/residence or school district: Viola Barkema of Belmond, $20; Speeding over 55 zone (1 thru 5 over): Brett R. Smith of Ottumwa, $20; Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): Steven R. Watts of Long Beach, Calif., $40; Robert S. Baum of Olathe, Kansas, $60; Lee D. Gonquoi of Hopkins, Minn., $40; Trenton T. Lodge of Excelsior, Minn., $40; Speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over): Hannah R. Ulrich of Eden Prairie, Minn., $80; Evan M. Dee of Northfield, Minn., $80; Speeding over 55 zone (16 thru 20 over): Jacqueline A. Smith of Columbia, Mo., $90; Wesley L.

PUBLIC NOTICE

DeNio Probate Notice NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT WRIGHT COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF OPAL V. DENIO, Deceased. Probate No. ESPR016367 To All Persons Interested in the Estate of OPAL V. DENIO, Deceased, who died on or about September 22nd, 2013: You are hereby notified that on the 26th day of November, 2013, the last will and testament of OPAL V. DENIO, deceased, bearing date of the 21st day of March, 2013, was admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of the 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. Dated this 26th day of November, 2013 Verl E. DeNio Proponent 2764 Sycamore Dows, Iowa 50071

Dealer

ANTIQUE& HOUSEHOLD AUCTION Located at the Memorial Hall 200 South Park Eagle Grove 2 blocks east of Casey’s

Reddick of St. Paul, Minn., $135; No drivers license: Oscar A. Interiano De La Cruz of Webster City, $200;Anna J. Crisanto of Clarion, $200; Fidencio Perez-Lopez of Dows, $200; Leonardo Zacarias Cano of Eagle Grove, $300; Arnoldo Morales of Clarion, $300; Ivan A. Hernandez-Zamudio of Clarion, $200; Celso A. Garcia-Arellano of Webster City, $200; Tyler J. Burns of Eagle Grove, $200; Financial liability coverage required: Oscar A. Interiano De La Cruz of Webster City, $250; Michael D. Willson of Webster City, $375; Fidencio Perez-Lopez of Dows, $250;

PUBLIC NOTICE

Steffenson Sheriff Sale NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S LEVY AND SALE STATE OF IOWA Wright County Iowa District Court COURT CASE # EQCV023536 Special Execution BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, PLAINTIFF vs. JOELLA M. STEFFENSON, SPOUSE OF JOELLA STEFFENSON, AND PARTIES IN POSSESSION DEFENDANT (Judgment Debtor) As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant (s) REAL ESTATE to satisfy the judgment. The property to be sold is described below: The West half of Lots 13, 14 and 15 in Block 2 of Railroad Addition to the Town of Clarion, Wright County, Iowa located at 222 1st Avenue SW, Clarion, IA 50525 The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale: 01-07-2014 Time of Sale: 10:00 a.m. Place of Sale: Lobby of Wright County Sheriff Office, 719 2nd St SW Clarion, IA 50525 Homestead: Defendant is advised that if the described real estate includes the homestead (which must not exceed ½ Acre if within a city or town plat, or, if rural, must not exceed 40 Acres), defendant must file a homestead plat with the Sheriff within ten (10) days after service of this notice, or the Sheriff will have it platted and charge the cost to this case. This sale not subject to redemption. Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if acceptable. Judgment Amount: $ 57,386.71 Costs: $ 2,226.60 Accruing Costs: PLUS Interest: 8.25 % annum to and from 03/19/2011 Attorney: Dunakey & Klatt, P.C. PO Box 2675 Waterloo, IA 50704-2675 319-232-3304 Date 11-25-2013 Jason T. Schluttenhofer Sheriff Wright County, Iowa Patricia Barz Deputy

Eric J. Eide, ICIS PIN No: AT0002318 Attorney for estate 3 North 17th Street, Suite 2 Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

Published in the Wright County Monitor on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013

Wright County Supervisors November 25, 2013 Chairman Watne called the regular meeting of the Wright County Board of Supervisors to order at 9:00 a.m. Members present were Helgevold, Rasmussen, and Watne. Minutes of the November 18, 2013 regular meeting were read and approved. Approved claims for payment. Held discussion on Iowa Central Community College possibly purchasing the former Iowa National Guard Armory in Eagle Grove for the establishment of an ICCC Career Academy. It was suggested that the Board send a letter of support for this project. There was then a motion by Helgevold and seconded by Rasmussen to sign the letter of support for the regional academy. Motion carries. Motion by Rasmussen and seconded by Helgevold to approve the chairman to sign the closing paperwork on the Hazardous Mitigation Grant and have the Auditor send to Homeland Security. Motion carries. Heard background on landowner building a berm around an intake of which is a drainage district asset. The board requested a resolution regarding obstructing the natural flow of water. There was then submitted Resolution 2013-17 regarding obstructing, impeding, or damaging a drainage district asset. By roll call vote: Ayes – Helgevold, Rasmussen, and Watne; nays – none. Resolution 2013-17 duly passes and reads as follows: RESOLUTION 2013-27 OBSTRUCTING, IMPEDING OR DAMAGING A DRAINAGE DISTRICT ASSET WHEREAS, the Wright County Board of Supervisors acting as trustees of Drainage District No. 23, has jurisdiction and control of said drainage district under Iowa Code Section 468.126.

WHEREAS, Iowa Code Section 468.149, declares impeding the flow of drainage waters to be prohibited. WHEREAS, the Wright County Board of Supervisors have researched a berm impeding the flow of drainage waters. Said berm is located along the west fence line of the southwest quarter of the southwest quarter of section 35, Grant Township, Wright County, Iowa. NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved, that the landowner of said southwest quarter, southwest quarter, section 35, Grant Township, shall remove said berm, return ground elevations to pre berm condition, and replace the damaged intake. Said repairs shall be executed within three (3) days of notification to landowner at landowner’s expense. PASSED AND APPROVED this 25th day of November, 2013. Motion by Rasmussen and seconded by Helgevold to approve DD #176/SDD #31 pay estimate #3 of $53,894.20. Motion carries. Motion by Helgevold and seconded by Rasmussen to approve change order #1 to DD #176/SDD #31 in a decrease of the contract of $21,241.60. Motion carries. Motion by Rasmussen and seconded by Helgevold to approve that Chairman Watne sign the certificate of appointment of civil process server for Kristyn Hennigar recommended by Sheriff Schluttenhofer. Motion carries. Motion by Rasmussen and seconded by Helgevold to adjourn the meeting. Motion carries. Stan Watne, Chairman Wright County Board of Supervisors Betty Ellis, Wright County Auditor Published in the Wright County Monitor on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013

PUBLIC NOTICE

Wright County Supervisors Board of Supervisors November 18, 2013 Chairman Watne called the regular meeting of the Wright County Board of Supervisors to order at 9:00 a.m. Members present were Helgevold, Rasmussen, and Watne. Minutes of the November 12, 2013 regular meeting were read and approved. Approved claims for payment. Adam Clemons, Wright County Engineer, presented final plans for project BROSCo99(72)-8J-99, Bridge #29, located in Troy Twp., Section #6. This will be over a drainage ditch and replaced with a 10’ X 8’ precast box culvert. It is estimated that the project will be done next summer. This is a BROS project so there will be reimbursement of 80% from the state. Motion by Rasmussen and seconded by Helgevold to approve the final plans as presented. Motion carries. Also presented were the final plans for project BROS-Co99(73)-5F-99, Bridge #189, located in Norway Twp., Section 36. This is a farm-to-market project with 80% being paid from the state and 20% from the farm-to-market fund. This project is twin 12’X10’ precast culvert over a drainage ditch on 150th Street. Motion by Helgevold and seconded by Rasmussen to

approve the final plans as presented. Motion carries. The IDOT requested that Wright County participate in side road fillets along Hwy #3 on gravel roads. This will be 6” asphalt 50’ from the Highway on the county roads. Normally, the IDOT will extend out to a 10’ distance. The 40’ extra would be paid for by the county. This does provide excellent safety for the road crew and at a minimal cost. The anticipated start date on this project is May. The Engineer’s office has been moving to the new office building by the Clarion County Sheds. Brent Johnson, Kieth Hubbard, and Brandon Vogel from McClure Engineering visited with the board to announce that Brent Johnson will be retiring at the end of this year. Kieth and Brandon will be taking over the duties of drainage district work for McClure Engineering. Motion by Rasmussen and seconded by Helgevold to adjourn the meeting. Motion carries. Stan Watne, Chairman Wright County Board of Supervisors Betty Ellis, Wright County Auditor Published in the Wright County Monitor on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013

Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013, between 5:30 and 7 p.m. Clarion Public Library’s Community Room, 302 N. Main St. All interested persons are invited to attend this meeting anytime between 5:30 and 7 p.m. to discuss Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements along Iowa 3 in Clarion. The meeting will be conducted utilizing an open forum format. Iowa DOT staff will be present to informally discuss the proposed improvements. No formal presentation will be made. The meeting space is accessible for persons with disabilities. However, if you require special accommodations at the meeting, please notify Mark Callahan (his contact information is listed below) by Dec. 10. For general information regarding the proposed improvement or public meeting, contact: Mark Callahan, design engineer Iowa DOT District 2 Office 1420 Fourth St. SE Mason City, Iowa 50401 Phone: 641-423-7584 or 800-477-4368 Email: mark.callahan@dot.iowa.gov

DeaDline: Legal Notices Classifieds Display Ads Submitted News Obituaries

or Mike Ross, ADA design coordinator Iowa DOT Office of Design 800 Lincoln Way, Ames, Iowa 50010 Phone: 515-239-1080 Email: michael.ross@dot.iowa.gov.

Noon Friday Noon Monday Noon Monday Noon Friday 4:30 p.m. Monday

More information will be posted as it becomes available at the Iowa DOT’s website: www.iowadot.gov/pim. Federal and state laws prohibit employment and/or public accommodation discrimination on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran’s status. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact the Iowa Civil Rights Commission at 800-457-4416 or Iowa Department of Transportation’s affirmative action officer. If you need accommodations because of a disability to access the Iowa Department of Transportation’s services, contact the agency’s affirmative action officer at 800-262-0003.

Terms: Cash or good Check. Not responsible for Accidents or Thefts.

Michael Ryerson & Assoc. Auctioneers, Eagle grove, Iowa 515-689-3728 www.ryersonauctionrealtyltd.com

PUBLIC NOTICE

Wright County Supervisors

to discuss the proposed construction of Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations along Iowa 3 in Clarion

Lunch by Jessica’s Country Kitchen

OwNEr - GOrDON rOrEbECk ESTATE ANkENy, IOwA

Fail to maintain safety belts: Lonnie D. Draper of Eagle Grove, $50; Drive with suspended/denied/ revoked licese: Nathan D. McGrane of Dows, $250; Shauna N. Stetz of Eagle Grove, $250; Armando Chavarria Jr. of Eagle Grove, $250; Steven R. Ostercamp of Eagle Grove, $250; Rusty W. Anderson of Renwick, $250;

Public Information Meeting

Date of second publication 12th day of December, 2013 Published in the Wright County Monitor on Thursday, Dec. 5, and Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013

Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 4 P.M.

Pistol: (Buyers Permit Required) Iver Johnson hand gun 32 cal. With case. ALADDIN LAMPS & PARTS: Aladdin white base oil lamp, Aladdin Washington drape oil lamp, brackets for oil hanging lamps, lots of Aladdin lamp parts, Aladdin oil lamp (NU type-mod 2 each), several different color bases ANTIQUES & CoLLECTIbLES: Oak 3 & 4 drawer chests, Oak 6 drawer highboy w/mirror, oak 3 drawer chest w/mirror, drop leaf tables, older chairs, 1930 Ia. 4H girls convention Iowa State college, picture, Oak wall crank telephone, Heit vest pocket Webster Dictionary 1893, brackets for hanging oil lamps, cast iron #5 skillet, ice cream table & chairs, many old oil lamp accessories, many butter churns some Daisy, many Aladdin oil lamps, beater jars, sm. Scales, iron clad scale, many sad irons, Enamel press, pump spout, stereo scope w/pictures Oak Commode, The Greyhound Clarion Hwy. 3 & 69 Mirror, Standard Oil W.W. Pete McClain Deep River, Ia. Thermometer 1961, bottle top openers, old ice cream scoopes, Schaffer script ink, Norway & Sweden coins, toasters, fans, Pioneer F.S. feed sack Des Moines, Other feed sacks, Blue & Green fruit jars w/Lids PICTURES: framed large Ducks Unlimited, Whitetails, Pheasant Forever, Eagle “Boundary Waters” stamp & coin, Loon “Boundary Waters” stamp & Coin, Buck “Winter Wonder” stamp & Coin” Pheasants “Winter Wonder” stamp & coin, Buck-J. Berhard 50/150, Tradition, Wm. Kollpin 350/2000, Return to High Country R. Dorman 80/800, National Muzzle loader coin & stamp LTD., Philadelphia 1736 blacksmith shop, Indian Palle 377/950, “ Return of the Elder” E. Auseth 102/975, Indian on horse at stream J. Scott 228/950, Indian on pony, Signed 2135/2200, Indian & Rifle Lee Tetes 382/1000, Indian & Shield, Lance & Pony Reno 2135/2200, Water scene Jim Hansel, Oval ornate frame Mother & Child, Many large picture frames HUNTINg & FISHINg ITEMS: Gun cases hard & soft, insulated coveralls- camouflage/gamehide-med NIB, rod & reel True Temper 63L NIB HoUSEHoLD ITEMS: card tables & 2 chairs, toaster ovens, vaporizers, Toastmaster NIB, Eureka superlite vacuum, cordless phones, fans (many)Charles Couch, Bunn Coffee pot, dishes, 2 blue rockers, brown La-Z-Boy recliner, TV stand, end tables, sheets, blankets, quilts, throws, pots & Pans, general items from the kitchen, Oreck Vac. Rugs MISC.: Small counter top display cases 18” x 24” & 24” x 30”. Metal shelving, Utility cabinets, electric heaters, newer tin signs 1934 Indian Motor Cycle, The 1916 Henderson Four Henderson Motor Cycle Company Detroit, Michigan. Oil lamp wicks, oil lamp parts, glasses, china, and many small items

Operation without registration: Michael D. Willson of Webster City, $75; Fail to obey stop or yield sign: Fidencio Perez-Lopez of Dows, $100; Fail to maintain control: Nick Rodriguez of Weslaco, Texas, $100; Open container – driver > 21: Kerry D. Amonson of Eagle Grove, $200;

Chalk Talk Saturdays 8:30 - 10:30 a.m.

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Thursday, December 5, 2013 • The Wright County Monitor Page 5

Confinement Manure Applicators Need to Complete Training in December DES MOINES – Nearly 20 percent of current confinement site manure applicators need to complete annual training by Dec. 31. “I would encourage anyone who is currently certified and plans to renew their certificate to complete the training for this year,” said Jeff Prier who coordinates the DNR’s applicator certification program. About 430 of 2,310 confinement site applicators have not yet completed this year’s annual training. Prier says that’s ahead of last year at the end of November when nearly half of the applicants needed to complete training by year’s end. “It’s not too late,” says Prier. “If they get in and get the training for all three years, they can avoid taking a make-up test when they renew their certificate. Even if they’ve missed a year, the training updates them on current regulations, what’s happening with Iowa’s nutrient reduction strategy and provides tips on how to handle land application.” Applicators can schedule with their county Extension office. Many offices

Northey: Consider an Iowa grown Christmas tree this holiday season

Holmes Christmas Club Auction

As people in Wright County have for the past 70 years, several hundred people embarked to Chappy’s on Main (south Main Street in Clarion) for the annual Holmes Christmas Club Auction. Through the generosity of businesses, clubs, and individuals, items are collected for sale. Proceeds generate funds to make nearly 1,000 fruit baskets, which are delivered across the county in mid-December. Remaining funds are dispensed to worthy causes and families throughout the upcoming year. The auction is held annually the Monday prior to Thanksgiving, and 2013 was another banner year for the club’s funds. Fruit basket assembly will find dozens of volunteers returning to Chappy’s on Thursday, December 12 beginning at 10 a.m., with delivers being made throughout the day following. Auctioneer Mike Ryerson describes the homemade peanut brittle and who made it, as Kaia Anderson waits to show auctiongoers the next item to be sold. Many times several items are auctioned together to hopefully bring even more funds to the Holmes Christmas Club treasury. (Photo by Karen Weld)

Tiffon Willey and Tory Jergensen work behind the scenes on Holmes Christmas Club Auction night. Willey takes a hand made quilt off the shelf; Jergensen records selling prices and takes buyer’s money

A&J ConstruCtion • New Homes • Additions • Garages • Siding • Remodeling • Windows • Seamless Gutters John Jacobson

Webster City Community Theatre “The

presents

Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

a holiday family classic by Barbara Robinson December 6, 13 & 14 evening at 7:00 pm December 7, 8 & 15 matinees at 2:00 pm

515-689-0049

©Partnership @ DrugFreeIowa.org

Kids: You need to talk to your parents.

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey today encouraged Iowans to consider choosing a fresh, Iowa grown Christmas tree to decorate their home during the upcoming holiday season. “Selecting a fresh Christmas tree can be part of a great family tradition and is an opportunity to connect with an Iowa farmer and support the local economy,” Northey said. “Iowa is fortunate to have more than 100 Christmas tree farms in all parts of the state, so everyone has the opportunity to get their own fresh tree to help celebrate.” A directory of tree farms across Iowa is available on the Iowa Christmas Tree Grower’s website at www. IowaChristmasTrees.com. On the site there is a “Find a Farm” link on the top left-hand corner of the page. Besides the location of the farms, the directory also includes a phone number and hours of operation for each farm to assist in planning. These farms devote over 1,500 acres to Christmas tree production in Iowa and as a result harvest approximately 39,500 Christmas trees each year. The result is a $1 million dollar industry contributing to Iowa’s economy. Following are tips to keep in mind to make your trip to a Christmas tree farm more enjoyable: · Be sure you know what size tree fits in your home, both height and width, before you leave. Trees always look smaller in the field and

Students (thru high school) $5 Adults $10 To reserve tickets, call, stop in, or order online 515-832-4456 1001 Willson Avenue www.wcctonline.org

Specializing in Collision Repair!

Some kids think synthetic drugs, often called fake marijuana and bath salts, are safe.

• Down Draft Paint Booth w/Baked Curing Cycle • Frame Machine • Computerized Paint Matching • Computerized Estimates • A preferred shop with insurance companies

They are not – they can be dangerous in many ways.

Authorized Luverne Dealer • Detailing • Interior/Exterior Cleaning

Talk to your parents about the dangers of synthetic drugs.

Find out more at DrugFreeIowa.org For Immediate Assistance, call the Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center toll-free Help Line at 866-242-4111.

Partnership @ DrugFreeIowa.org

Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles

118 N. Commercial • Eagle Grove • 448-3944

www.lawsonauto.com

Humboldt Homes

1108 15th St. N. 1107 19th St. N.

• Rental assistance available • Rent based on income Now • On-site Laundry center • Trash & snow removal included NoN-SmokiNg • Private parking • Quiet setting • Community rooms available for tenant use • All utilities included in the rent • Activities - card parties, potlucks • Stove and refrigerator provided • Co-City Bus transportation available • 62 years of age or older or disabled/handicapped of any age

Apply todAy!

Connor Management 641-435-4788

This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.

there is nothing worse than bringing a tree indoors only to find it’s too big. · Where comfortable cloths, sturdy shoes, and gloves that you aren’t afraid to get dirty. You are going to a farm! · Make sure the tree you pick has a straight trunk and will fit properly in your tree stand. · Fresh trees need water. Once you get your tree home remember to check the water daily. Trees can use up to a gallon of water daily. · Make sure you unplug any tree lights before you leave home or go to bed. · Remember – fresh cut Christmas trees are biodegradable! Recycle your tree after Christmas. If you are not putting the tree up right away, store it in an unheated garage or some other area out of the wind and cold (freezing) temperatures. When bringing the tree into the house cut off one inch at the base end and place the tree in a bucket of warm water. “Follow these tips and your will be able to enjoy a beautiful, fresh and locally grown Christmas tree throughout the holiday season,” Northey said.

have scheduled dates and times for viewing the training video. Find out more about training opportunities at www.agronext.iastate.edu/ immag/maccsa.html. Program information is also available under Applicator Certification at www.iowadnr.gov/afo/. The confinement applicator certificate is good for three years. Applicators may satisfy certification requirements through training or testing. If they choose training, they must attend all three years of training or take an exam before renewing their certificate.

Fort Dodge Area Symphony to present Holiday Concert Dec. 8

The Fort Dodge Area Symphony will be presenting Holiday Festival, Sunday, Dec. 8, 3:00 p.m., at the new Fort Dodge Middle School Auditorium. The symphony invites you to make this concert a kick-off for your holiday season. Admission is by season membership or tickets at the door. Students accompanied by an adult will be admitted free. To enter the new middle school, use the south parking lot located off Dodger Drive and 32nd St. The program will include many favorites for the Christmas season. These will include excerpts from The Nutcracker, Greensleeves, The Christmas Song, and A Rock’in

Christmas for the first half. After intermission will be A Charlie Brown Christmas, Twas the Night Before Christmas with Scott Johnston as narrator, and Sleigh Ride. Joining the orchestra for this holiday-themed program will be the young crooner and Des Moines native Max Wellman. Known for his cool voice and crisp beat, Max will serenade you with holiday classics such as: It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Let it Snow Let it Snow Let it Snow, and White Christmas. The concert will also include the traditional sing-a-long with the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel’s Messiah.

Christmasland Opened for 31st Season in Humboldt Christmasland in Humboldt opened for the holiday season Friday, Nov. 29. This popular holiday attraction sponsored by the Humboldt/Dakota City Noon Kiwanis Club, has been visited by more than 100,000 people since its opening in 1982. Visitors from most of the 50 U.S. states and some foreign countries have seen the displays. Last year there were more than 4,000 visitors to Kiwanis Christmasland. The goal of the exhibit is to provide an attraction that people of all ages can enjoy. For 2013, there are some reconditioned scenes and animations on display. Christmasland will open for the season Friday, Nov. 29, with nightly hours through Dec. 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Christmasland will also be open Saturday-Sunday afternoons, Dec.

7-8, Dec. 14-15 and Dec. 21-22, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Christmasland will also be open in the afternoons in the days leading up to Christmas, Dec. 2124 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Christmasland is located just east of the intersection of 5th Street South and 1st Avenue South, immediately east of Humboldt City Hall, 29 5th Street South. Christmasland will be closed for inclement weather. The Kiwanis Club has never charged admission to Christmasland, however donations are appreciated as they help the exhibit grow. Christmasland will be open by arrangement for group tours. Call Dave Lee at (515) 890-0116 to schedule a day and time. All school groups, nursing homes, group homes, church groups, businesses and civic organizations are welcome.

Spinning Wheels

Friday & Saturday • 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. • Admission $4.00 We are available for private parties! • 218 1st St SW • 532-3686

Page 6 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Monitor Memories

Remembering our loved ones....

SONJA J. REILAND

Sonja J. Reiland, 73, of Clarion passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2013, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. A Mass of Christian Burial for Sonja Reiland was held on Saturday, November 30, 2013, at St. John’s Catholic Church, 608 2nd Avenue North East, in Clarion with Father Nils Hernandez ofﬁciating. Interment was at St. John’s Catholic Cemetery. Sonja Julienne Reiland was born September 30, 1940, to Julian and Velma (Riley) Sime in Iowa Falls. Sonja graduated from Dows

High School in 1958, and attended the University of Wyoming where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. Sonja taught elementary and preschool for over 30 years, including 5 years in Clarion at the beginning of her career. Sonja was united in marriage to Rich Reiland on December 26, 1964, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Clarion. The couple lived in Falls Church, Virginia for 27 years before returning to Clarion in 1999. Sonja enjoyed attending musicals, loved to read and was a member of a local book club. She was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Clarion. Sonja is survived by her husband of 48 years, Rich Reiland of Clarion; daughter Julene Reiland Slusher and her husband Randy of Reston, Virginia; sister Judy Grifﬁn and her husband Marv of Altoona; brother Larry Sime of Des Moines; motherin-law Shi Reiland of Clarion; brothers-in-law Ronny Reiland and wife Mary of Savanna, Illinois and Dwight Reiland and wife Dee of Clarion; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Sonja was preceded in death by her parents and brothers-in-law Duane Reiland and Tim Reiland. Ewing Funeral Home, Clarion, was in charge of the arrangements.

Birth Announcement

Baby Girl Thul-Reimers Miranda Thul and Jake Reimers of Eagle Grove are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jerzeigh Lyn Thul-Reimers, on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013. Jerzeigh weighed 6 pounce, 2 ounces at birth. She was welcomed home by Brayden, 7, Kearsyn, 6, Kataryn, 4, and Brody, 2. Proud grandparents are Steve Thul of Clarion, Penny and Kenny

Mohr of Eagle Grove, and Steve and Kathy Reimers of Humboldt.

Pressure Washer Repair • Most brands • Hot or cold units • Large parts inventory • New • Used • Rentals

Pay It Forward One Donation At A Time

From The Archives oF The wrighT counTy moniTor

1978 and 1943

35 Years Ago December 7, 1978 The Clarion Cowboys opened the season against the Dows Tigers with a 42-38 win. The Cowboys led form the start and used a pressure defense to keep the Tigers in check during the entire game. The Cowboys were able to look at all of their players during either the first or second half. The Cowboys were led in scoring by Lyle Kapka with 11, followed by Alan McHale 8, Brian Bisbey 8, Jim McConaughey, 4; Joe Freeman, 2; Chuck Kelch, 2; Kevin Bernhardt, 2; Mike Conlon, 2; Mike Lowe, 2; and Mike Stevens, 2. Clarion Super Valu announced three winners of recent contests: Ruth Blackman won the “Super Deal” game, Lennea Mayes was the shopping fling winner, Phyllis Waddell won $100 in the shopping fling contest, and Mildred Russell won $100 “Cash in Hand.” Wright County Sheriff Vern Elston has announced the appointment of Rick J. McClain to the position of Deputy Sheriff with the Wright County Sheriff’s Department. McClain will fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Mike Wilson, who went to Laurens to be Chief of Police. McClain us

25 years lf and has been with the Clarion Police Dept. for the last two years with the rank of Sargeant. 70 Years Ago December 9, 1943 Sunday, Dec. 12, the United Presbyterian Church in Clarion will celebrate its 50th anniversary of its founding here. The morning services will be conducted in regular order using the 25th and 50th anniversary programs. There were 20 charter members in the original congregation. The present membership is nearing the 200 mark. Members of the American Legion voted at the meeting Wednesday evening to sell the mess hall, the date of sale to be announced later. The money derived from the sale will be used to purchase a permanent home where Legionaires can have their meetings. The Luther Tate property in southwest Clarion has been purchased by Clifford Bell of Clarion. The Bell property has been sold to Mrs. J. C. Peterson. The Roberta Wilson property in north Clarion has been purchased by Leslie McClelland. The Lester Bergmann family has moved into the G. T. Eldridge property on First Avenue SW.

December Wright County Adult Health Clinic Adult Health Clinics are available to any person in Wright County, ages 50 or older. Clinics have been scheduled as follows: Friday, Dec. 13, at the Clarion Southtown Apartments from 9 to 10 a.m. This will be a blood pressure and education program. Wednesday, Dec. 18, at the Goldﬁeld Legion Building from 11:15 a.m. to 12 noon. This clinic will be a blood pressure and education program. Thursday, Dec. 19, at the Belmond Community Apartments

CaMpbeLL’s

from 8:30 to 11 a.m. This will be a blood pressure and foot clinic. They will trim nails at foot clinics, but you need to bring your own clippers and ﬁles. The suggested donation for foot care is $10.00. Partial assessments include blood sugars, blood counts, urine tests, screenings and education. Wellness lab proﬁles are available for a fee. Please come to the clinic fasting if you would like lab work. Anyone desiring information regarding Senior Health Clinics may call Kathy Nicholls at 515-5323461.

Ewing

103 W. Hwy. 3 • Goldfield • 515-825-3777 It’s always worth the drive!

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 January 4, 2013 and redeem your donation points for a limitededition 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 any of the following blood drive(s):

Caregivers’ Support Group to meet Thursday, December 12 Caregivers’ Support Group at Clarion Wellness & Rehabilitation Center will be held on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Topic for this month is Activities for Persons with Dementia. Presenter, Ryan Lobdell, Activities Director of the facility. Musical entertainment

A night of community caroling is set for Tuesday, Dec. 17. Everyone interested in caroling may meet at the Clarion Middle School circle drive. Groups will leave the school at 6 p.m. and return to the Middle School at approximately 8 p.m., when caroling is complete. For more

“The best gift I’ve ever received is the gift of better hearing! I love my hearing aids!”

900 Central Ave. E (Hwy. 3) (Wright Eyes By Danny)

Call Today! 515-509-2006 or 1-888-885-1935

Over 25 years experience

106 8th Street SW Clarion, IA.

Clarion, IA 50525

920 Central Ave E Clarion 515-532-2425

www.mywrightchoice.com CLEO FREELANCE

1316 S. Main • Clarion 515-532-2811

National Board Certified Hearing Instrument Specialist

Internet Auction Warehouse & Consignment

Call us today to advertise your Master ASE Certified business in Optometrists 1502 Central Ave. W. this space! Clarion Family Eye Care 515-532-6802 515-532-2871

Furniture And Floor Covering

Call today for your no cost, no obligation hearing consultation!

Stop and see us at our new office! Hearing Unlimited- Clarion office

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Belmond 444-3380

- Roberta

Satisfied Hearing Unlimited Patient

Mike Smith

Clarion 532-3630

information, please contact Tom Simmons at 532-2482.

Give The Gift Of Better Hearing

1801 Central Ave E • Clarion • 515-532-2233

Dr. Snively & Bruce’s Gildner, P.C. Auto Service

for you loved one will be with David Ackerman. This support group is sponsored by The Alzheimer’s Association, Clarion Wellness & Rehabilitation Center, Iowa Hospice, and Wright County Public Health and Hospice.

Community caroling is set for Tuesday, December 17

Roberta

FunEral HomE & monumEnt Co.

Dows Community Blood Drive, Wednesday, Dec. 11, from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., at Dows Convention Center, 119 East Ellsworth Street. Eagle Grove Community Blood Drive, Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., at United Church of Christ, 1115 SW 2nd ST. Sign up to save a life today! Schedule a blood donation appointment online at lifeservebloodcenter.org or call 800287-4903.

umanity has been looking for peace forever, it seems. At times, people thought peace had been achieved.

1209 Central Ave. E.

515-532-2887

It had not. There is only one way to reach real peace. Find that way this week in church.

207 N. Main., Clarion 1/2 block north of the courthouse

515-532-6661

internetauctionwarehouse.com Store hours: Mon., Tues., & Wed. 10 - 5

305 South Main Street Clarion, IA. 50525 Office/Fax 515.532-2350

The Wright County Monitor & The Wright Reminder www.clarionnewsonline.com

Isaiah 11:1-10

102 S. Main Clarion 515-532-3215 Call us today to advertise your business in this space! 515-532-2871

Romans 15:4-13

Greg LittleJohn Store Manager

Clarion Super Foods 325 Central Ave. West Clarion, IA. 50525 515-532-2829

Matthew 3:1-12

Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19

210 North Main • Clarion 515-532-6626

Sunday, December 8, 2013 Second Sunday of Advent

Rockford Anderson, Pharmacist

Stevenson Insurance Services

Ewing

Funeral Home 515-532-2893 110 13th Avenue SW Clarion, Iowa 50525

Roger Ewing Clarion 515-532-2233

Eagle Grove Goldfield Clarion www.ssbankia.com

Abens-Marty-Curran Agency

Care for the ones who cared for you

1-800-HOSPICE (467-7423) www.iowa-hospice.com

Goldfield 515-825-3476

Family Practice Clinic Clarion • 532-2836

315 Central Ave East • Clarion 515/532-2841

Call us today to advertise your Goldfield business in Communications this space! Service Corp 515-532-2871 Call us for all your phone needs 828-3888 or 800-825-9753

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Thursday, December 5, 2013 • The Wright County Monitor Page 7

Don’t Miss WCCT’s Classic Family Holiday Play “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”

Charitable Giving

By Attorney General Tom Miller Whether you’re thinking about helping others around the holidays, or you’re planning ahead for tax time, the time to check out a charity is before you give. Important Questions Before You Donate Be sure you understand the organization you are considering helping, where your donation goes, and where it doesn’t go: • Ask about the charity, starting with the name. Are you familiar with the organization, or is it simply a name that looks or sounds like a familiar charity? What’s the organization’s address and phone number? Run the charity’s name— exactly as it appears or sounds— through an Internet search engine to learn more about the organization. • What does the organization claim to do? Who does it claim to help and where do they live—are the beneficiaries local? How much of your donation goes to administrative costs or to professional fundraisers? • Will the organization send you written information before you donate? It’s a red flag if someone requesting a donation pressures you for an immediate contribution. • How do charity watchdogs rate the organization? Check with Charity Navigator, GuideStar, the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance, or Charity Watch. • Is the person asking for a donation a volunteer or member of the organization, or a paid fundraiser? If they’re a paid fundraiser, ask what percentage of your donation goes to them and what goes to the charity. Keep in mind that the law does not require professional fundraisers

to forward a minimum amount of your donation to a charity. Consider donating directly to the charity or to another charity if you’re not comfortable with the fundraiser’s answers. • Is your donation tax deductible? Not all contributions to “tax exempt” organizations are necessarily tax deductible. Tax exempt means the organization doesn’t have to pay taxes. Tax deductible means you can deduct your contribution on your federal income tax return. Tips for Giving Wisely Once you’ve asked the important questions above, you’re clear about the organization, and you’re comfortable contributing: • Ask for and save a printed copy of your donation. Keep a record of your donation. • Pay by check or credit card (avoid using a debit card, which grants direct access to your bank account), and request a receipt. Do not send cash, and don’t give credit card or bank account information to someone on the phone you don’t know. • If someone thanks you for a previous pledge or donation that you don’t recall making, be skeptical about that solicitation. • Contact the charity to make sure the organization is aware of the fundraising effort and approves it. If a solicitor claimed donations will help local charities, call local organizations or chapters and verify the claim. • Bottom line: Give wisely! Giving to a known charity you’re confident about is often the best option.

The horrible Herdsman’s are the meanest kids around. They lie, steal, cuss, and smoke cigars—even the girls. The last place anyone expected to see them is in church. So when the Herdsman’s storm Sunday school and take over the annual Christmas pageant, everyone braces for the worst. But no one is prepared for what really happens when the rottenest kids in the world take over the greatest story ever told. It’s a pageant full of surprises for everyone—including the Herdsman’s themselves. Webster City Community Theatre brings back this family holiday favorite for the fourth time. The story, written by Barbara Robinson, has previously been performed in 1995, 1998 and 2006. The box office opened Monday, Dec. 2. Tickets are $5 for students through high school and $10 for adults. All seats are reserved. Performances are slated for December 6, 13 and 14 at 7:00 pm with matinees on December 7, 14 and 15 at 2:00 pm. Director Al Yungclas, assistant director Donna Foster and producer Karin Yungclas are pleased to be working with the cast and crew. The Bradley’s: Ray Hutchinson as Bob, Charity Hayes as Grace, Katie Greenfield as Beth, and Daniel Blankenship as Charlie. The Herdman’s: Mikey Paisley as Ralph, Kaitlyn Wagner as Imogene, Aaron Halbach as Leroy,

Immaculate Conception •Monday, Dec. 9 6:15pm RCIA/Adult Catechesis at St. John in Clarion, 7:00pm Hispanic Pre-Baptism Class at St. John in Clarion, Anointing of the Sick • Tuesday, Dec. 10 10:00am Care Center Mass at Clarion, 7:00pm Advent Supper and Activities at St. John in Clarion •Wednesday, Dec. 11 6:00pm Youth Faith Formation Classes at St. John in Clarion • Thursday, Dec. 12 9:00am Sewing Cirlce at St. John in Clarion, 7:00pm Mass in Spanish and Celebration at St. John in Clarion

GOLDFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 190 Pastor Christina Perkins Craig Carlson, Youth Minister 515-825-3754 •Sundays 10:30 am – Worship

Dylan McCoskey as Claude, Ryley Jergens as Ollie, and Delaney Kopriva as Gladys. Beth’s friends are Nicole Boyd as Alice and Emma Bailey as Maxine. The church ladies are Tammy Rattenborg as Mrs. Armstrong, Michaela Dora as Mrs. Slocum, Cathy Oswald as Mrs. Clark, and Tammy Greenfield as Mrs. Clausing. Jeff Pingel portrays Rev. Hopkins; his son Elmer is played by Noah O’Connell. Elmer’s friends are Sam Halbach as Hobie and Jesslyn as Jessie. Kyra Wanger, Jenessa Cherry, Sierra Rattenborg, and Sarah Lindstom are shepherds wearing their father’s bathrobes. Lauren Leman accompanies the angel choir consisting of Maren Borer, Gianna Borer, Elycia Obrecht, Madison Pingel, and Kaitlyn Seeley. The baby angels, Olivia Gallentine, Addison Hayes, Marissa Lindstrom, Emerson Paukert, and Sydney Oswald, are rescued by firemen Pat Powers and Paul Wagner. The crew consists of Wil Groves, Kevin Sweet and Hunter Hesler on tech duty, Stephanie Hill stage manager with assistance from Paul Wagner, Donna and Dan Ryherd box office managers, Loween Getter, publicity, and Judy Wagner usher captain.

Portraying the Herdmans are (front row, left to right): Left to right: Dylan McCoskey as Claude, Delaney Kopriva as Gladys, and Ryley Jergens as Ollie; (back): Kaitlyn Wagner as Imogene and Mikey Paisley as Ralph. Not shown is Aaron Halbach as Leroy

Bridal Registry

Breanne Wagner & Waylon Keller

Wedding: February 8, 2014

Birthday Card Shower Please join the children of

Grace Lindsay celebrating her

95th Birthday

December 13

Church news CLARION AREA FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 201 3rd. Ave. NE, Clarion Rev. Don Morrison Thursday, Dec. 5 5:00-6:00pm Christmas Program rehearsal •Sunday, Dec. 8 – 2nd Sunday of Advent 8:45am Traditional Service, 10:00am Sunday School, 11:00am Contemporary Service •Monday, Dec. 9 3:30 to 6:00pm Hiz Kidz •Tuesday, Dec. 10 1:30 to 3:30pm Bible Study in Fireside Room, 3:30 to 5:00pm Girl Scouts •Wednesday, Dec. 11 12:00noon Isabella Thoburn and Grace Stockwell potluck, 6:00pm Praise Team practice, 6:30 to 8:00pm Youth Group at Emily Bernhardt’s home, 7:00pm Chancel Choir practice, 8:00pm Ad Board Meeting •Thursday, Dec. 12 1:30 to 3:30pm Bible Study in Fireside Room FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 420 1st Street N.W., Clarion Rev. Ronald Nelson 515-532-3440 • Wednesday, Dec. 4 7:00pm Confirmation and Council meeting at Dows • Thursday, Dec. 5 9:00am Sew Day •Sunday, Dec. 8 9:30am Sunday School, 10:00am Fellowship, 10:45am Worship •Monday, Dec. 9 9:00am WIC, 3:30pm Hiz Kidz at Methodist Church •Tuesday, Dec. 10 9:00am WIC, 1:00pm Pastors’ text study • Wednesday, Dec. 11 10:00am Communion at Meadows, 11:00am Deacons, 2:00pm FLCW at the Meadows, 7:00pm Confirmation UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, CONGREGATIONAL 121 3rd Avenue N.W., Clarion Pastor Bill Kem 515-532-2269 •Sunday, Dec. 8 10:15am Sunday School at UPC, 10:15am Fellowship, at UCC 11:00am Worship CHURCH OF CHRIST 420 North Main, Clarion Pastor Warren Curry 515-532-3273 •Thursday, Dec. 5 3:45pm SHINE girls at Church office • Saturday, Dec. 6 9:00am Bible Bowl Team leaves church office for Fort Dodge Tournament, 11:00am Meet at church for Salvation Army bell ringing in Mason City Sunday, Dec. 8 9:00am Sunday School, 10:00am Worship Service, 7:00pm IMPACT – 7 – 12 grade youth •Monday, Dec. 9 3:30pm Hiz Kidz meet at Methodist Church •Tuesday, Dec. 10 6:00am Iron Men – New Men’s Prayer Group at church office •Wednesday, Dec. 11 10:00am Church prayer time at Sandy Stephenson’s, 3:45pm Bible Bowl Practice at Church office, 4:30 to 5:30pm God’s Team (Boys Group 4th – 6th grades) at church, 6:00pm Bible Study #7 – James – at Church office ST. JOHN CATHOLIC 608 2nd Ave. N.E., Clarion Father Nils Hernandez, Pastor 515-532-3586 • Friday, Dec. 6 7:40pm Rosary at St. John in Clarion •Saturday, Dec. 7 3:40pm Rosary at St. John in Clarion, 4:00pm Mass at St. John in Clarion, 8:00pm Mass in Spanish at St. John •Sunday, Dec. 1 – 2nd Sunday of Advent – Food Pantry Weekend 8:00am Mass at Sacred Heart in Eagle Grove, 10:30am Mass at St. Francis in Belmond,

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 219 First Street N.W., Clarion Bill Kem, Pastor 515-532-2709 •Sunday, Dec. 8 9:00am Worship with Fellowship following, 10:00am Sunday School, 5:30pm Couples Group •Tuesday, Dec. 10 10:00am Prayer Group •Wednesday, Dec. 11 6:00am Early Risers, Confirmation Class •Thursday, Dec. 12 10:00am Friendship Ministry, Spirit of Giving Collection THE LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Dana Wendel, Minister 1010 2nd Street SW, Clarion 532-2330 or 532-6686 •Sunday 9:30 am - Sunday School, 10:45 am - Worship Service free lunch following service •Tuesday 11:00 am - Prayer (Hiemstra’s) •Wednesday 7:00 pm - Adult Bible Study THE DWELLING PLACE Pastor Kim Lee 912 Central Ave East 515-293-2822 •Saturdays 6:00pm Service • Sundays 10:00am Services • Wednesdays 7:00 pm Corporate Prayer

GOLDFIELD AREA UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 220 Oak Street, Goldfield Rev. Sara Hill, Pastor 515-825-3581 www.goldfieldupc.com goldpres@goldfieldaccess.net •Thursday, Dec. 5 9:15am TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) weigh in and meeting. New members always welcome, 6:30pm Support and Recovery at Crossroads Ministries •Sunday, Dec. 8 9:15am Sunday school for all ages, 9:45am Choir practice in east basement, 10:30am Worship Service, 11:30am Christmas potluck lunch. Community is invited •Wednesday, Dec. 11 2:00pm Story-time with Renee Evje LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH Goldfield Pastor Truman Larson •Sunday 9:00 am Worship Service, 10:15 am Sunday School and Confirmation. PARK CHURCH OF CHRIST 422 North Washington St., Goldfield Bob Dishman 515-825-3911 •Sunday 9:15 am Bible School, 10:15 am Worship Service-Communion observed weekly; childcare available and Children’s Church, 11:00 am WWE/Jr. Worship

HOLMES EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor 515-825-3660 • Friday, Dec. 6 9:00am Bible Study at Samuel •Sunday, Dec. 8 – Second Sunday of Advent 9:45am Sunday School, 10:45am Worship • Monday, Dec. 9 All items for this Sunday and next Sunday bulletins are due • Tuesday, Dec. 10 10:30am Communion at Rotary South, 11:00am Communion at Rotary North •Wednesday, Dec. 11 9:00am Prayer Hour, 5:45pm Confirmation at Samuel •Thursday, Dec. 12 10:00am EGAMA HOLMES BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Zach Fischer 2137 Hancock Avenue 515-825-3110 •Sunday 9:30 am - Sunday School, 10:30 am - Worship Service, 6:00 pm - Evening Service •Wednesday 7:00 pm - Prayer meeting; Souled Out Group, WRIGHT CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 1730 130th Street, Kanawha 641-762-3947 •Sunday 9:30 am - Morning Worship, 10:30 am Fellowship, 11:00 am - Sunday School, 6:00 pm - Evening Worship

ROWAN AREA UNITED CHURCH OF ROWAN Pastor Nancy Hofmeister 811 Pesch Box 38, Rowan •Sunday, Dec. 8 9:00am Kids/Adult Sunday School, 10:00am Worship Service •Tuesday, Dec. 10 4:00pm Kids Club IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Missouri Synod Jct. Highway 69 & 3 Pastor Mark Peterson

•Sunday 10:30 am - Divine Service 11:45 am - Bible Study

DOWS AREA ABUNDANT LIFE CHAPEL 202 Fairview St., Dows 515-852-4520 / Bruce Klapp, Pastor • Sunday, Dec. 8 6:30pm “The Christmas Program and Tea” featuring the Jon and Cindy Mandal family and Don Bosch, a Christmas play, children’s bell choir and signing, with tea following • Sundays 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages including adults; 10:30 a.m. - Worship Service with Nursery and Children’s Ministry available; 6:30 p.m. - Adult Bible Study with childcare available • Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. - Adult Bible Study with Nursery, Children and Youth Ministry SOVEREIGN GRACE CHURCH 109 N. Eskridge St., Dows Dows / www.sgcdows.com Doug Holmes, Pastor • Sundays 10:15 a.m. - Sunday School/Coffee;11:15am Worship at First Presbyterian in Dows

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH Dows Pastor Ron Nelson • Wednesday, Dec. 4 1:00pm FLCW Workshop, 5:00pm Confirmation, 7:00pm Council •Saturday, Dec. 7 6:30am Men’s Bible Study at Rick’s •Sunday, Dec. 8 9:00am Worship with Children sing, 10:00am Sunday School and Coffee UNITED METHODIST & PRESBYTERIAN Dows / Alexander Shawn W. Hill, Pastor • Sundays 8:45a.m. - Alexander Methodist Worship; 9:00a.m. - Dows Sunday School; 10:00a.m. - Dows Joint Worship at Presbyterian Church on first two Sundays each month and at United Methodist Church on remaining Sundays • Thursdays 9 a.m. - Presbyterian Women FIRST REFORMED 214 Brown St., Alexander Pastor Phillip Arnold • Sundays 8:30 a.m. - Adult Sunday School in the Sunshine Room; 9:30 a.m. - Worship; 10:45 a.m. - Sunday School; 6:30 p.m. - HS Youth Group Meeting; 7 p.m. - Pastor Phil’s Radio Ministry on KLMJ • Wednesdays 4:00p.m. - Catechism, Grades 1-8; 7:00p.m. - High School IMMANUEL U.C.C. 204 E. South St., Latimer Pastor Lindsey Braun • Sunday 9:30am - Worship •Monday 7:00pm - Pastor Lindsey back from vacation ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN 304 W. Main, Latimer Travis Berg, Pastor • Wednesday 6:30pm - Elders • Saturday 7:00pm - Vespers • Sunday 9:00a.m. - Worship; 10:15 a.m. - ABC / Sunday School UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morgan, Lee Center, Bradford Erling Shultz, Pastor • Sundays, 8:30 a.m. Worship (B); 9:30 a.m. Worship, (LC); 10:30 a.m. Worship (M) • Tuesdays, 5:15-6:30 p.m. NA/AA Bible Study; 7:30 p.m. (B) Bible Study MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH 3rd & Lake Streets, Blairsburg Ron Lotz, Pastor 515-325-6210 • Friday, Dec. 6 12:00noon Sr. High students leave for Planet Wisdom Student conference •Saturday, Dec. 7 11:00am MAC Fit fitness group for women of all ages and stages of fitness. MAC Fit is fitness for body, mind and soul. • Sunday, Dec. 8 9:00am Sunday School for all ages, 10:00am Worship service •Monday, Dec. 9 7:00am Jim Manchester meets with Sr. High students for coffee at Morning Glory in Webster City, 6:00pm Elder meeting, 7:00pm Governing Board meeting •Tuesday, Dec. 10 6:00am Men’s Bible Study at MAC •Wednesday, Dec. 11 7:00am Jim Manchester meets with Sr. High students for coffee at grounded in Clarion, 6:00pm Family Night and Pizza Supper, 6:30pm Awana – children 3 yrs through 6th grade, MAC Youth – 6 to 8 grade, Ladies and Men’s Bible Study, 7:00pm Parenting class, Solid Rock Youth for 9-12 grades NAZARETH LUTHERAN Coulter Pastor Dave Bernhardt • Sunday 10:00am - Coffee, 10:30am - Joint Worship Service

108 North Main St. • Clarion, Iowa

Cards may be sent to: 1501 S. Main Apt 13D Clarion, IA 50525

Clarion Theatre

Free Merchant Movies The movies are free but you need a ticket from a participating sponsor to get in. Limited seating. First come basis.

All Movies Showing at 11:00 am Despicable Me 2 • November 30 Rise of The Guardians • December 7 The Croods • December 14 Ad Tech Solutions Ameriprise Financial Services - Steven Burkheimer Ameriprise Financial Services - Kevin Kakacek Art U Creative/Preppy Farmer Bradford Group Chappy’s on Main Clarion Distributing Clarion Hardware Hank Clarion Lions Club Clarion Rotary Clarion Ruritans Clarion Super Foods C & J Mini Storage Daisy’s on Main Dr. Charles Davis, DC Ennis Corp Envy Salon by Brittany Evans Furniture & Floor Covering First Citizens National Bank First Sate Bank and Town & Country Insurance Flatlander’s Outpost Bruce Frink CPA Fuel Hagie Manufacturing Hanson & Sons Tire Hearts & Flowers Heaven Scent Floral & Gifts Imagine That Illinois Foundation Seed Iowa Specialty Hospital Dr. Pamela K. Kelch, DDS Larson Lawn Care Lifetouch Studios Maasdam Construction Main Street Style and Tanning Mister G’s for Him & Her Monsanto Ag Products Moriarty Dental Group Murry Wise Associates MyMedMart North Central Cooperative North Iowa Real Estate & Wright County Land & Title Oldson’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc Paradigm Benefits Piece by Piece, LLC Myron and Shelley Pohlman Sam’s Chinese Kitchen Security Savings Bank Service Master Cleaning Services Silpada Designs - Vicki Iverson, Representative Dr.’s Snively & Gildner State Farm Insurance Studio Portraits Sumners Insurance Agency Swanson Farms The Hair Studio The Print Shop Thrifty White Pharmacy Torkelson Construction Town and Country Realty Burton E. Tracy & Company,CPA T & S Sanitation Urness Hardware & Appliance Wells Fargo Bank Wright Choice Chiropractic Wright County Monitor Wright Cuts Barber Shop Wright Eyes by Danny

Page 8 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Traveling back in time.... by Judge Newt Draheim

Second War To End Wars

Christmas Stroll at Museum

The “Lighted Christmas Stroll” on the streetscapes at Heartland Museum on Saturday, Dec. 21 between 2 - 4 p.m. View the lighted inside store windows; visit with Santa and some delightful elves. Shop at the museum gift store, buy a Clarion-Goldﬁeld alumni album, buy museum season passes for 2014. Have lunch and visit with friends. (Submitted Photo)

Fifth and Sixth grade students to perform Christmas Jubilation The Fourth and Fifth Grade Students will present “Christmas Jubilation” on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at a 1:00 p.m. afternoon matinee and a 7:00 p.m. evening program under the direction of Mrs. McGlynn. The Fourth Graders are busy learning their songs: “Christmas Jubilation”, “Blitzen’s Boogie”, “O Come Little Children”, “Jingle Jive”, “S – A – N – T – A”, “In This House Tonight” and “Merry Christmas Time”. The Fifth Graders are also working on their songs: “Shout”, “The Sounds of Santa’s Workshop” “We Sing Gloria”, “Everlasting Fruitcake”, “Sing We

Now of Christmas”, and “Christmas Jubilation”. In addition, program guests will hear the Fifth Grade Band under the direction of Mr. Wesselink. Mrs. Thompson, art instructor, will also have art projects on display. The fourth grade will exhibiting Shadow Sphere Drawings and the ﬁfth grade will show their two point perspective city drawings. The students chose what projects to display! The public is invited to attend either performance. The elementary students and staff will attend the 1:00 matinee.

“Yesterday, December 7th, 1941a date which will live in infamythe United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.” A quote from President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s address to Congress for a Declaration of War. Congress Declared War on Japan and four days later Hitler Declared War on the United States. This war on two fronts was a global war known as World War II! Both WW I and WW II were wars to end wars! Immediately, it was necessary to control the distribution of scarce goods, resources and services. On December 27, 1941, the Clarion Ration Board Office was established and located in the Legion Hall in the basement of a retail store on south Main Street. Later, it was moved to the Judges’ Chambers on the second floor of the Courthouse. An Auxiliary board was appointed consisting of Mrs. Cliff Campbell, Electa Shupe and my mother, Hazle Draheim. There were two types of rationing programs. The first was a certificate program, where an applicant had to show a need to the ration board before receiving a certificate permitting a purchase to be made. This type of program was applied to tires, automobiles, typewriters, bicycles and stoves. The second program was a coupon or stamp type for which all civilians were eligible. It covered foods, fuel oils, gasoline, shoes, rubber footwear and sugar. The rubber shortage in the country was critical, as 98% of our rubber came from the Far East. Non essential goods made with rubber, such as tennis and golf balls, bathing suits, and rubber toys were not manufactured. Tires for vehicles had to be inspected. All “unmounted” tires were sold to the Government. The

speed limit on roads was set at 35 MPH. Farmers were urged to order parts and make repairs on their farm machinery. Those desiring to purchase new machinery had to file an application. If denied by the local board, they could file for reconsideration with the State Rationing Board. Applications for fuel oil to heat homes were required. It must state the size of the rooms to be heated. The government prohibited the purchase, sale or delivery of new passenger cars and trucks until an automobile rationing system could be established. My Dad was a Master Tailor. During the war, his business was restricted. Regulations provided that no vests be made for suits; men’s coat length were limited to 29 inches; no patch pockets or belts of wool; no vents, pleats, tucks, bellows, gussets or yokes; and knee widths of trousers restricted to 22 inches, the bottoms to 18 inches for a 32 inch waist. Nurses were urged to register for Red Cross nursing. Requirements provided those eligible must be registered nurses between 21 and 40 years of age, single and physically fit. Salaries begin at $70 per month and included room and board. Nurses would receive six uniforms, a pair of shoes and a cape. The Cadet Nurse Program was passed by Congress. It was an intense program to rapidly train nurses, as the demand for nurses increased dramatically. Since the world situation necessitated some early preparedness, President Roosevelt signed into law the first peacetime conscription in U.S. history. On September 16, 1940, the Selective Service Act required all men between ages 21 to 35 to register. After December 7, 1941, all men ages 18 to 45 had to register.

HELP WANTED

Plumbing and installation experience preferred or will train. Great benefit package available. MORT’S WATER COMPANY P.O. Box 579, Latimer, IA 50452

or www.mortswater@frontiernet.net

Clarion Housing apartments in Clarion, iowa

Help WAnted

1 bedroom apartments available reasonable rents, 1 Bdr. $275, 2Bdr. $330 for elderly (62 years of age or older) or disabled of an age. • Laundry facilities available. • Large Community Center. • Water, sewer, garbage included in rent. • 3 locations to choose from. • Rental assistance available through MIRHA. Contact Karen in Clarion at: 515-851-8344 or

murphy management service 1-800-956-1618 208 e. state st. algona

Check us out apply online at: EnnisCorp.com Ennis Corp. 415 Third Ave SW Clarion IA 50525 515-532-2235

FEED TRUCK DRIVER In Iowa Falls

Do you have: Class A CDL Excellent Driving Record 2 Years Experience Preferred Do you want: Competitive Wage Great Benefits Package Home Every Night Clean & Well Maintained Equipment

We Have the Opportunity for You! Please stop by the feed mill at 411 Lawler Street, Iowa Falls to fill out an application. Call 800-889-8531 ext. 8543 Equal Opportunity Employer

On Monday, Dec. 9, the ClarionGoldﬁeld Middle School and High School Music Departments will present their holiday concert in the CGHS gym. The Middle School concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. The high school concert is after the middle school concert, probably shortly after 8:00 p.m. Featured groups in the Middle School holiday concert are: 6th grade chorus, 6th grade band, 7th/8th grade chorus, and the 7th/8th

grade concert band. The high school concert band and the high school concert choir are the featured groups in the High School holiday concert. The concert is open to the public, and there is no admission charge. Since the middle school concert starts at 7:00 p.m. and the high school concert starts about 8:00 p.m., the Clarion-Goldﬁeld Music Boosters will serve refreshments between the two concerts, probably from 7:45-8:00 p.m.

Employers were encouraged to train women and men above the draft age to replace those employees entering the service. Between November 1940 and October 1946, over 10 million American men were registered. Men necessary for National Defense, farm labor and certain college degrees were deferred. Those who practiced draft evasion were referred to in all states and the military as “draft dodgers.” Many hostile slogans, posters, loose talk and violent acts occurred, as Patriotism was uncompromising! In Wright County Juvenile Court, a boy was conﬁned to the Eldora Training School for stealing a car. His irate father rebelliously protested to the Judge…”that his son would have gotten a better deal from Hitler!” The Sheriff promptly notiﬁed the FBI. A year later, when Germany declared war on the U.S., the father was escorted to a detention facility in Omaha for processing. After the war, a highly unpopular remark was from a young man who said …”If the war would have lasted one more year, I could have bought more land.” During WW II, more than

275,000 Iowans went into military service, and, 398 never returned. From Clarion, approximately 466, or more, went into service, and 14 gave the Supreme Sacrifice! By the end of 1942, half of the cars in Clarion had an “A” on the windshield. The stickers were issued to owners using their cars for nonessential war work. Such owners were entitled to 4 gallons of gasoline per week. Green “B” stickers were deemed essential for the war effort, and owners were entitled to 8 gallons per week. To avoid tens of thousands of combat casualties invading Japan, there was a flight over Hiroshima, Japan on Sunday morning, August 6, 1945. It was Lt. Col. Paul Tibbets flying a B-29 bomber, called the Enola Gay. His bombardier dropped the first atomic bomb. At that moment, the whole world changed. A quote from John F. Kennedy… ”Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind!” WW I and WW II were both wars to end WARS!! Query: Why did wars not end?

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL

DIRECTORY

214 North Main • Clarion • 532-2878 • Farmland Real Estate • Farm Management • Farmland Auction

Accepting new patients. “Complete Family Dentistry”

515-448-5022

We provide ALL aspects of Dental Care.

Dr. Pamela Kelch

Dentist

532-3343 • Clarion

HANDY MAN

2323 Hwy 3 E. • Clarion Patty LaRue & Lisa Marshall

Please apply in person only with Gleeson Superintendent Jacob Gookin at the jobsite trailer located at: 1260 US 18 Britt, IA 50423 PRIOR CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED Must be able to pass pre-employment physical Post Offer Pre-Employment Drug Testing & E-Verify Required Gleeson Constructors & Engineers, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer www.gleesonllc.com

515-825-3958

215 13th Avenue SW, Clarion Conveniently located in Iowa Specialty Hospital 515.532.2801

Studio Portraits LLC

Laborers-$12.00 Carpenters—$17.00 Iron Workers—$17.00 Certified Welders—$17.00 Concrete Finishers— $17.00 Certified Crane Operator— $25.00

in Goldﬁeld All 10 ft. by 20 ft. Units

Community Pharmacy

Jon Lennarson • 515-532-2036

Gleeson Constructors & Engineers, L.L.C. will be accepting applications for the following positions beginning August 12th:

MARTIN STORAGE UNITS

BURTON E. TRACY & CO. P.C. Certiﬁed Public Accountant 902 Central Ave. E. • Clarion Phone: 515-532-6681 Fax: 515-532-2405

• Painting • Carpentry • Fix It • Repair It FREE ESTIMATES

CONSTRUCTION HELP NEEDED

“Portrait Studio”

404 N. Main • Clarion Ph: 515-532-2869

POLLARD FAMILY DENTISTRY.com

PLUMBER, RESIDENTIAL SERVICE PLUMBER SEND RESUME TO:

ennis Corp. is seeking full or part-time drivers for our refrigerated division also seeking owner operators. These positions offer weekly pay with direct deposit, full benefit package including health, vision, dental and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation pay, 401k plan with company match, AFLAC, benefits and bonuses! No touch loads. Verifiable experience required. All positions home weekly for time with your family! Family matters to us! Family owned and operated for 45 years!

C-G Middle School and High School Christmas Concerts

515-602-6218

Estlund Heating and Air Conditioning

515-832-2770

• Lennox Dealer • Quality Service • Geo-Thermal

Service on refrigerators, freezers & air conditioners.

Mike Vodraska Commercial Clarion • Ph. 515-532-3562

A.D. Tech SoluTionS

computer and network Repair Virus Removal Mon.- Wed. and Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 207 North Main Street

(515) 532-2157 andrew@ad-techsolutions.com

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE CALL 515-532-2871 Dr. Snively & Gildner, P.C. Optometrists

Medicare/Medicaid Accepted Open Mon. - Tues. 8-6 Wed.-Thurs. 8-5 Belmond Clarion Friday 8-Noon 444-3380 532-3630

The Wright County Monitor & The Wright Reminder

www.clarionnewsonline.com

TIMOTHY M. ANDERSON ATTORNEY AT LAW

KNOSHAUG ANDERSON LAW OFFICE 120 CENTRAL AVENUE EAST • P.O. BOX 111 CLARION, IOWA 50525

TELEPHONE (515) 532-2821 CLARION TOLL FREE (877) 532-2821 FACIMILIE (515) 532-2450 GARNER TOLL FREE (866) 923-2769

Papering, Staining, Varnishing Commercial, Residential, Farm Buildings

RADECHEL Painting Services Craig: 515-293-1196 Scott: 515-371-2386

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Thursday, December 5, 2013 â&#x20AC;˘ The Wright County Monitor Page 9

ClassiďŹ eds

Wright County EnginEErâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offiCE EnginEEring tEChniCian Wright County is seeking applicants for an Engineering Technician position. Duties include but not limited to preliminary site survey and related design. Serves as inspector on various projects; samples and analyzes materials being used in a variety of construction and maintenance projects; checks compliance of work performed; compiles reports for management of quantity and quality of materials used on projects; performs duties related to surveying, design, drafting, and planning; is familiar with GPS and total station survey equipment. Required to follow all Safety rules and policies for Wright County. A minimum of a two year Associates Degree or Civil Engineering Technical Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Required to hold a valid Iowa driver's license and obtain CDL if required. Required to have or be able to obtain and hold the Iowa DOT certifications for inspection. Candidate must successfully pass job performance physical and drug screening by a designated physician. Work reporting location is in Clarion, Iowa. Pay commensurate with experience. Position open until filled. Resume and a completed application should be sent to the: Wright County Engineerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office Attention: Adam W. Clemons, P.E. PO Box 269 â&#x20AC;˘ Clarion, Iowa 50525 Telephone number 515-532-3597 E-mail: aclemons@co.wright.ia.us An Equal Opportunity Employer

Help Wanted

Kitchen help and wait staff wanted. Looking for individuals to work in this fast paced environment. Must be a team player and willing to work nights and weekends. We will train. Sorry Kids, Must be 18 to apply. Call 515-532-2727 ask for Nick Or stop in for an application

Explore the Possibilities! Christensen Farms is seeking a TRUCK WASHER in Alden, IA. Competitive wage starting at $12/hour. Excellent benefit package. Full Time â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Day Hours. Power washing trucks and trailers, Maintaining high biosecurity standards Maintaining clean environment.

FOR SALE: TOPPERS Buy factory direct. Uni-Cover - 641-843-3698 (Britt) tfc

FOR RENT: 1 bedroom apartment, all utilities furnished. Call Betty: 515825-8007. tfc

NOTICE: Garage door sales, service and repairs. Farm, home and commercial garage doors and operators. For prompt service, phone Mike Sampson in Kanawha at 641-7623330 tfc

FOR RENT: Commercial Building on Main Street in Clarion. Available December 1. Call Betty 515-8258007

FOR SALE: GE Cool White ďŹ&#x201A;uorescent light bulbs. There are 14 which are 8 feet long and 60 watts, asking $3 a piece. There are 26 which are 4 feet long and 34 watts, asking $2 a piece. Inquire at MidAmerica Publishing Corporation, 9 2nd St. NW, Hampton, IA. Ask for Dan. tfc

Equal Opportunity Employer

FOR RENT: House in Clarion January 2014. Year lease, no smoking, no pets. Applications available at Brigger Motors. 515-532-3665.

WANTED: WANTED TO RENT: 1 or 2 car garage in Clarion preferably near the Meadows. Call Walter Martin 1200 2nd St. SW Apt. 222 â&#x20AC;˘ Clarion, 515824-3316 tfc

FOR SALE: 801 2nd St NW, Clarion, Harms Estate 1bdrm, lrg walkin closet, Tub/shower combo, livingroom/ ďŹ replace, dinning/kitchen, laundry or 2nd bdrm $9,000.00 O.B.O 641373-1580

THIS PUBLICATION DOES NOT KNOWINGLY ACCEPT advertising which is deceptive, fraudulent or which might otherwise violate the law or accepted standards of taste. However, this publication does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of any advertisement, nor the quality of the goods or services advertised. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all claims made in any advertisements, and to use good judgment and reasonable care, particularly when dealing with persons unknown to you who ask for money in advance of delivery of the goods or services advertised.

TEAM UP WITH TITAN

FOR SALE: Brand new 30â&#x20AC;? Ariens Deluxe Snow Blower, electric start, $900. Call 515-460-1173

Titan Machinery, a CNH agricultural and construction equipment dealer with 106 locations operating in North America, has an IMMEDIATE opening at its WILLIAMS, IA Store Location for a

Now Hiring

FULL TIME EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECHNICIAN Applicants must have experience in the equipment service industry and be a very hard working self starter. Ability to accurately troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, drive train components and a passion for agriculture required. Agricultural equipment knowledge preferred. Competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package including vacation, PTO, health and dental insurance. Yearly training provided. Great work environment.

APPLY ONLINE: www.titanmachinery.com Direct Inquiries to: Titan Machinery, HR 644 East Beaton Drive, West Fargo, ND 58078-2648 701-356-0130 EEO EMPLOYER

This full-time position is responsible for the daily care of all animals at the worksite. Each technician is a vital member of a team of 10-12 people all dedicated to providing excellent animal care.

FOR RENT

FOR SALE

Apply online at www.christensenfarms.com

SOW FARM TECHNICIAN

NOTICES

Seeking a caring, compassionate, motivated and flexible persons to fill the positions of: â&#x20AC;˘ Certified Nursing Assistants Competitive wages, health, dental and vision. Please apply at 1107 7th St NE, Belmond, Iowa or call Tracy for more information 641-444-3915.

ABCM Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Eagle Grove Eagle, a division of Mid-America Publishing, is seeking a full-time marketing representative to sell digital, print, and commercial printing products for multiple Mid-America publications. The successful candidate must be a self-starter who is looking to grow the area market in all areas of the business and be innovative in finding solutions to best serve the customers they serve. Previous sales experience is preferred.

This entry level opportunity provides hands-on experience in many of the following areas: animal movements, breeding and gestation, farrowing, piglet care, recordkeeping and farm maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a desire to work with pigs, a willingness to learn, a high level of dependability and a solid work history.

This position offers:

NEW

â&#x20AC;˘ $OO QHFHVVDU\ WUDLQLQJ DQG FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQV â&#x20AC;˘ Base salary starting at $25,000 with potential for quarterly bonuses â&#x20AC;˘ Eligibility to apply for the Manager In Training program after ENTRY-LEVEL six months employment BASE SALARY â&#x20AC;˘ )XOO EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV KHDOWK GHQWDO YLVLRQ (k), Flex spending â&#x20AC;˘ Paid holidays, sick days and vacation â&#x20AC;˘ Adventureland and Iowa State Fair Family Days â&#x20AC;˘ Get hired and refer a friend â&#x20AC;&#x201D; we have a $1,560 Employee Referral Bonus!

$25,000!

Apply online at www.iowaselect.com FDOO RU VWRS E\ 6RXWK 2DN 6WUHHW LQ ,RZD )DOOV WR FRPSOHWH DQ DSSOLFDWLRQ

To apply, mail a letter of interest, resume, and three references to Ryan Harvey, President, Mid-America Publishing, P.O. Box 29, Hampton, Iowa 50441 or by email at ryanharvey.map@gmail.com.

Iowa Select Farms is an equal opportunity employer.

REGIONAL NEWS REPORTER

Help Wanted

The Leader and Kanawha Reporter, divisions of Mid-America Publishing Corporation, seeks a full-time regional news reporter. The successful candidate must be well-versed in writing, photography, and social media. They must also be able to write hard news, delve into features, and investigate issues. Top-notch verbal and written communication skills are imperative. This position offers competitive pay, beneďŹ ts, and a launching pad to use your skills to the fullest.

Welders, Machinists, Metal Fabricators

If you think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re up to challenge, email a letter of interest, resume, several clips, and three references to ryanharvey@iowaconnect.com The position is opening soon, so interviews begin immediately.

M.H. Eby, Inc., a leading manufacturer of aluminum livestock trailers, has immediate openings at our Story City facility. Conveniently located on I-35, we offer an excellent compensation package including a starting wage of $15/hour, quarterly productivity bonus, gain sharing, health, dental, 401k, paid holidays and vacation. Plenty of voluntary overtime is offered, with up to 60 hours/week available. Great opportunity for advancement. To join our winning team, email resumes to careers@mheby.com or stop by our facility to fill out an application. Call: 866-894-3297

Page 10 The Wright County Monitor â&#x20AC;˘ Thursday, December 5, 2013

MID AMERICA MARKETPLACE

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Wed.-Thurs., December 4-5, 2013 â&#x20AC;˘ Buffalo Center Tribune, Butler County Tribune-Journal, Clarksville Star, Eagle Grove Eagle, Kanawaha Reporter, The Leader, Grundy Register, Hampton Chronicle, Pioneer Enterprise, Shefď&#x192;&#x17E;eld Press, Wright County Monitor, The Reporter

id-America

ARKETPLACE

â&#x20AC;&#x17E;Where We Put Your Business on the Map!â&#x20AC;°

Classified

This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Crossword and Sudoku puzzles

Buy a line classiď&#x192;&#x17E;ed ad at any participating Mid-America newspaper and get it listed here for just $5 more!

www.midammarketplace.com

FOR SALE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES PROFITABLE IOWA BUSINESSES for sale by owners. Many types, sizes, locations, terms. $25k to $15M. Other states available www.BizSale.com Call 1-800-617-4204 (INCN) HELP WANTED- SKILLED TRADES ELECTRIC MANAGER: Graettinger Municipal Light Plant is accepting applications for this fulltime position. Applicant will be required to work in the ď&#x192;&#x17E;eld with our lineperson also. Knowledge of the methods, procedures and practices used in the operation of an electric power generation plant is preferred. Submit letter of introduction resume with reference to: gmlpsec@rvtc.net (INCN) ELECTRIC LINEPERSON: Graettinger Municipal Light Plant is accepting applications for this fulltime position. Experienced lineperson or line school graduate required. Submit letter of introduction resume with references to: gmlpsec@rvtc.net (INCN) Carpenters- Looking for experience in

wood & metal frame, form building, drywall, and trim. Need to have a valid D/L and dependable transportation. We have multiple projects going on around the state. 515-2514998 (INCN) HELP WANTED- TRUCK DRIVER Best lease purchase in the USA, 99Â˘/gal. fuel program, newest tractors & trailers available anywhere. Top pay, medical insurance program, good miles Hirschbach 888-5146005 www.drive4hml.com (INCN) Drivers: CDL-A Train and work for us! Professional, focused CDL training available. Choose Company Driver, Owner Operator, Lease Operator or Lease Trainer. (877) 3697895 www.CentralTruckDrivingJobs.com (INCN) â&#x20AC;&#x153;Partners in Excellenceâ&#x20AC;? OTR Drivers APU Equipped Pre-Pass EZ-pass passenger policy. 2012 & Newer equipment. 100% NO touch. Butler Transport 1-800-528-7825 www.butlertransport.com (INCN)

MISCELLANEOUS This classiď&#x192;&#x17E;ed spot for sale. Advertise your product or recruit an applicant in over 250 Iowa newspapers! Only $300/week. Call this paper or 800-227-7636 www.cnaads.com (INCN)

1994 Lincoln Continental Executive Series. white exterior, blue leather interior, 85,533 miles, 3.8 liter engine, runs great, excellent tires, new Interstate battery, must sell $2,995 rock bottom price. Contact: David Ackerman at (515) 532-6982 or (563) 580-1407 (TFN) MRKT

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

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a new name in health insurance. Insured or not, better health insurance options are here. Find us on the new Marketplace or through your local agent or broker.

C-00139 (10/13)

Our experts can help!

Call 1.866.217.6111 Open enrollment has begun. Choose a plan thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right for you.

NOW BIGGER THAN EVER

GUN SHOW

Advertise in all these locations for one GREAT PRICE!

December 6, 7 & 8

Center Hall 1201 4th St SW â&#x20AC;˘ Waverly, Iowa Friday, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

%XIIDOR &HQWHU

5RFNZHOO 6KHIÂżHOG

.DQDZKD

i id-America

Guns ~ New & Used ~ Large Selection of Ammunition VISIT US AT MARVKRAUSPROMOTIONS.NET

&ODUNVYLOOH

$OOLVRQ

&ODULRQ

ARKETPLACE â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where We Put Your Business on the Map!â&#x20AC;?

Open To The Public

*DUQHU

(DJOH *URYH

+DPSWRQ

*UXQG\ &HQWHU

Your Road to Savings

&RQUDG

Call 1-800-558-1244

www.facebook.com/ MidAmericaMarketplace

CLIP & SAVE

Ä&#x2014;Ä&#x201D;Ä?Ä&#x160; Ä&#x17D;Ä&#x152;Ä&#x17D;Ä&#x2122;Ä&#x2020;Ä&#x2018;

DELIVERY MAN DECEMBER 6 - 12 STARRING: VINCE VAUGHN & CHRIS PRATT

6+2:7,0(6 7:00 p.m. Nightly (Closed Monday Nights) 1:00 p.m. Matinee on Sunday *******

7,&.(7 35,&(6 IRU \RXWK XQGHU IRU DGXOWV 6HQLRU 6XQGD\ V XS

7XHV 7KXUV $// *******

Mon., Jan. 6th, Â&#x2021; 6 S.P. %&$&.#&3 t &/%&34 (".& t 1(Ĺą %&$&.#&3 t )6/(&3 (".&/4 $"5$)*/( '*3& t 1(Ĺą %&$&.#&3 t '30;&/ t 1( FOR MORE INFO: WWW.WINDSORTHEATRE.COM

FIND US IN FACEBOOK AT WINDSOR HAMPTON

CLIP & SAVE

$UHD 5HVWDXUDQW *8,'(

'LQLQJ JXLGH VSRWV DUH SHU ZHHN GRXEOH VSRWV IRU SHU ZHHN RU VSRWV IRU SHU ZHHN SUHSDLG 6SRWV DUH ERRNHG ZLWK D ZHHN FRPPLWPHQW

Old Bank Winery Â&#x2021; 2SHQ WR 7XHV 6DW Â&#x2021; /RFDWHG LQ 'RZQWRZQ .DQDZKD Â&#x2021; )UHH ZLQH WDVWLQJ David & Nancy Litch â&#x20AC;˘ 641-762-3406

Â&#x2021; 0D\ ZH FDWHU \RXU HYHQW" Â&#x2021; 2SHQ 0RQ )UL WR 6DW WR %LJ %UDGÂˇV %%4 *URFHU\ Â&#x2021; 'RZQWRZQ .DQDZKD

CLUES DOWN 1. Any wrist bone 2. Baltimore bird 3. Czarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nation

riday! Starting Fith w Now Ä&#x2C6;Ä&#x2122;Ä&#x17D;Ä&#x201D;Ä&#x201C;

PG 13

To apply, mail a letter of interest, resume, and three references to Ryan Harvey, President, Mid-America Publishing, P.O. Box 29, Hampton, Iowa 50441 or by email at ryanharvey.map@gmail.com.

CLUES ACROSS 1. Binder 5. Move up and down 11. Wild sheep of northern Africa 12. Annoys 16. An upward movement 17. Ducktail 18. Town in central Minnesota 19. Philatelistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight 24. Carrierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s invention 25. Foreign travellers 26. Aurochs 27. Batter advanced score 28. Show the way 29. Steep rugged mass of rock 30. Valley 31. Digital data device 33. Insert mark 34. Breakout 38. Dissention from dogma 39. Kuhil and clown ď&#x192;&#x17E;sh 40. Unconsciousness 43. Czech River 44. Johann Sebastian 45. Flows to the Danube at Belgrade 49. World data organization (abbr.) 50. Comedian Sahl 51. Porch furniture wood 53. Potato state 54. American Pickers 56. Yellow-fever mosquitos 58. Edisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s company 59. Axis and offshoot angle 60. Standard 63. Blame (Scottish) 64. Esoteric 65. Pronounces

Â&#x2021; $SOLQJWRQ +RXUV 7XHVGD\ )ULGD\ DP SP S P 6DWXUGD\ DP SP /RXQJH +RXUV SP &ORVH /XQFK (YHQLQJ :HHNHQG 6SHFLDOV 6HQLRU 0HDOV XQWLO SP

Answers from:

11/27/13

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must ď&#x192;&#x17E;ll each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can ď&#x192;&#x17E;gure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

4. Regulated food 5. Space next to someone 6. Expunction 7. Trauma center 8. Spanish yes 9. Matters 10. Twist out of shape 13. Toward 14. Renders able for a task 15. An extended social group 20. Article 21. GMA anchorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initials 22. Streetcar 23. Summer month (abbr.) 27. Not widely distributed 29. Plays great music 30. Female 1776 descendants 31. Speed gauge ratio 32. Old English 33. After B 34. Expressing sorrow 35. More hearty, ď&#x192;&#x17E;rmer 36. Taxis 37. Single pip card 38. 50th state 40. A source of worry 41. Eight sided 42. Highest military valor award (abbr.) 44. Former Harvard Pres. Derek 45. Drinking tubes 46. Loss of coordination 47. Self-love 48. Talus joints 50. Accumulator 51. Rural delivery 52. Lady Soulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initials 54. Preď&#x192;&#x17E;x indicating abstraction 55. Hawaiian goose 57. Prince Williamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom, Lady __ 61. Aid organization (abbr.) 62. Farm state

MID AMERICA MARKETPLACE

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Thursday, December 5, 2013 â&#x20AC;˘ The Wright County Monitor Page 11

Buffalo Center Tribune, Butler County Tribune-Journal, Clarksville Star, Eagle Grove Eagle, Kanawaha Reporter, The Leader, Grundy Register, Hampton Chronicle, Pioneer Enterprise, Shefď&#x192;&#x17E;eld Press, Wright County Monitor, The Reporter â&#x20AC;˘ Wed.-Thurs., December 4-5, 2013

Iowa Fishing Report

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources weekly ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing 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 ď&#x192;&#x17E;sheries ofď&#x192;&#x17E;ce at the phone number listed at the end of each district report.

Iowa Lakes are freezing over

Cold weather settled in over the upper Midwest sealing many Iowa lakes under a layer of ice. As a reminder, a minimum of four inches of quality ice is recommended for ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing and at least ď&#x192;&#x17E;ve inches for snowmobiles and ATVs. Safety Tips on the Ice Âˇ There is no such thing as 100 percent safe ice. Âˇ Ice ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing is a social activity, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go out alone. If the worst should happen, someone would be there to call for help or to rescue. Âˇ There could be pockets of thin ice or places where ice recently formed, so it would be wise to check ice thickness as you go out. Âˇ Ice thickness is not uniform on any body of water. Things like current and springs slow ice growth. Rocks, trees or docks that poke through the ice like will conduct heat and make the ice around it less stable. Âˇ Avoid off-colored snow or ice. It is usually a sign of weakness. Âˇ The insulating effect of snow slows down the freezing process. Âˇ Safety items in the bucket: Ice picks, about 50 feet of rope and a throwable ď&#x192;&#x;oatation seat cushion for use in case of rescue. NORTHWEST Brushy Creek Lake The main lake is still open, but ice is starting to form near shore and in the upper part of the lake. Bacon Creek Lake Bacon Creek was stocked with 1,500 catchable size rainbow trout on Nov. 20th. Bacon Creek is mostly covered with ice and ice thickness is

around 1.5 inches. Rainbow Trout Excellent: Anglers have been catching limits of rainbow trout casting very small spinners and Kastmasters. Storm Lake (including Little Storm Lake) Storm Lake has about 1.5 inches of ice in most areas. Black Hawk Lake Black Hawk Lake has around 3 inches of ice. There is open water in the Town Bay area. Arrowhead Lake There is around 2 to 2.5 inches of ice on Arrowhead Lake. Black Hawk Pits There is around 2 to 2.5 inches of ice on Black Hawk Pits. 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 Ofď&#x192;&#x17E;ce at 712-657-2638. Clear Lake Clear Lake is mostly covered with ice. Ice thickness is 2 to 3 inches. If you venture out use caution and drill test holes as you go. Blue Pit Blue Pit was stocked with 1,500 catchable size rainbow trout on Nov. 27th. For lake updates and ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing information in the north central area contact the Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife ofď&#x192;&#x17E;ce at 641-357-3517. Big Spirit Lake Iowa Great Lakes - Limited ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing activity at this time. Shallow lakes have ice; however, ice conditions are unsafe with less than one inch of ice. Scharnberg Pond 1,500 rainbow trout were stocked Nov. 9th. Iowa Great Lakes - Limited ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing activity at this time. Night time wader ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing is a key component.

BEFORE YOU BUY - CALL

QSI!

â&#x20AC;˘ RESIDENTIAL â&#x20AC;˘ COMMERCIAL â&#x20AC;˘ AGRICULTURAL â&#x20AC;˘ EQUESTRIAN

Call for a free estimate

2013 NFBA Building of the Year Award Winner!

â&#x20AC;˘ FULLY INSURED

â&#x20AC;˘ LICENSED ICC GENERAL CONTRACTOR â&#x20AC;˘ STEEL ROOF & SIDES â&#x20AC;˘ 90 MPH WIND LOAD â&#x20AC;˘ 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; O/C POST-SPACING â&#x20AC;˘ 4â&#x20AC;&#x2122; O/C TRUSS SPACING â&#x20AC;˘ 30LB. TRUSS LOAD

24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 24â&#x20AC;&#x2122; x 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Garage

â&#x20AC;˘ 3PLY LAMINATED POSTS (60 YR. WTY.) â&#x20AC;˘ 16 COLORS AVAILABLE

$8,490 Price Includes: 16â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x7â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Overhead Door One 3Â´ Entry Door Travel charges may apply

www.qualitystructures.com

1-800-374-6988

0,66,1* 5HZDUG RIIHUHG /Ä¨ Ć&#x152;Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x2030;Ĺ˝Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E;Ä&#x161; Ä?Ç&#x2021; Ä&#x17E;Ä?Ä&#x17E;ĹľÄ?Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152; ĎŽÍ&#x2022; ĎŽĎŹĎĎŻ Ä?Ĺ˝ĹśÄ&#x161;Ĺ?Ć&#x161;Ĺ?Ĺ˝ĹśĆ? Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x2030;Ć&#x2030;ĹŻÇ&#x2021;

Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Ä&#x201A;Ĺś Ä&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161; <Ä&#x201A;Ç&#x152;ĹľÄ&#x17E;Ć&#x152;Ç&#x152;Ä&#x201A;ĹŹ Ĺ?Ä&#x17E;Í&#x2014; ĎŽĎŽ DĹ?Ć?Ć?Ĺ?ĹśĹ? ^Ĺ?ĹśÄ?Ä&#x17E;Í&#x2014; ĎŹĎľÍŹĎĎąÍŹĎŽĎŹĎĎŻ Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ĺ˝Ä¨ Ĺ?Ć&#x152;Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;Í&#x2014; ĎŹĎ°ÍŹĎĎŽÍŹĎĎľĎľĎ Ć&#x161;Ĺ&#x161;ĹśĹ?Ä?Ĺ?Ć&#x161;Ç&#x2021;Í&#x2014; tĹ&#x161;Ĺ?Ć&#x161;Ä&#x17E;

Kd, Z /E&KZD d/KEÍ&#x2014;

^Ä&#x17E;Ç&#x2020;Í&#x2014; DÄ&#x201A;ĹŻÄ&#x17E;

'LVWLQJXLVKLQJ 0DUNV ,QFOXGH %HDUG *UDWHIXO 'HDG 7DWWRR RQ OHIW XSSHU DUP +H ZDV UHSRUWHGO\ ZHDULQJ RUDQJH RU SHDFK FRORUHG VKRUWV DQG D ZKLWH RU WHDO SULQWHG VKLUW

,Ä&#x201A;Ĺ?Ć&#x152; Ĺ˝ĹŻĹ˝Ć&#x152;Í&#x2014; Ä&#x201A;Ć&#x152;ĹŹ ĹŻĹ˝ĹśÄ&#x161;Ä&#x17E; Ç&#x2021;Ä&#x17E; Ĺ˝ĹŻĹ˝Ć&#x152;Í&#x2014; ĹŻĆľÄ&#x17E;

+H PD\ EH GULYLQJ D VLOYHU 9RONVZDJHQ -HWWD tÄ&#x17E;Ĺ?Ĺ?Ĺ&#x161;Ć&#x161;Í&#x2014; ĎĎ´ĎŹ ZLWK DQ ,RZD OLFHQVH SODWH RI $8=

,Ä&#x17E;Ĺ?Ĺ?Ĺ&#x161;Ć&#x161;Í&#x2014; ĎąÍ&#x203A; ĎąĆ&#x17D; DĹ?Ć?Ć?Ĺ?ĹśĹ? &Ć&#x152;Ĺ˝ĹľÍ&#x2014; ,Ä&#x201A;ĹľĆ&#x2030;Ć&#x161;Ĺ˝ĹśÍ&#x2022; /Ĺ˝Ç Ä&#x201A;

3/($6( &217$&7 <285 /2&$/ 32/,&( '(3$570(17 ,) <28 6(( 7+,6 3(5621 25 9(+,&/( 25 1257+ ,2:$ &5,0( 67233(56 +$03721 32/,&(

0RUH LQIRUPDWLRQ DERXW WKH UHZDUG FDQ EH IRXQG DW KWWS ZZZ KDPSWRQLD XV

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 ď&#x192;&#x17E;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 ď&#x192;&#x17E;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 ď&#x192;&#x17E;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 ď&#x192;&#x;ow. Check ice depths often. Fish will likely be found in deeper holes. Turkey River (below Clermont) We have received no information regarding ď&#x192;&#x17E;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 ď&#x192;&#x;ow 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 ď&#x192;&#x17E;nding ď&#x192;&#x17E;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 ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing. 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.

Be careful when walking on new ice. Fluctuating temperatures, ď&#x192;&#x;ow, wind and rain can change conditions quickly. Urban ponds are now being stocked with trout. Go to www. iowadnr.gov/Fishing/TroutFishing. aspx to ď&#x192;&#x17E;nd out when and where. For more information, call the Decorah Fish Hatchery at 563-382-8324. Cedar River (Nashua to La Porte City) The Cedar River still remains good for walleye using jigs and plas-

tics tipped with a minnow. Walleye - Good: Concentrate on the drop-offs and along current breaks in 4 to 5 feet of water. Wapsi River (Tripoli to Troy Mills) There have been few angling reports on the Wapsipinicon River this past week but walleye ď&#x192;&#x17E;shing should remain good. Walleye - Good: Jig and plastic tipped with a minnow has been good on the deeper holes, dropoffs and current breaks.

Customer Service/ Graphic Designer Mid-America Publishing is looking for a full-time customer service representative/graphic designer for its commercial printing division located in Hampton. This person will work with clients to develop, price and print commercial job work for their personal and business needs. Successful candidate should have a minimum of basic working knowledge of Adobe CS products, as well as being able to schedule, prepare and print client work using digital press equipment. The position requires very strong organizational skills, an eye for detail, and a willingness to work in a fast paced environment. To apply, send your resume, cover letter and three references to: Ryan Harvey, President/CEO of Mid-America Publishing Corporation, P.O. Box 29, Hampton, Iowa 50441 or email your information to ryanharvey@iowaconnect.com.

Business & Personal Printing

Business Cards | Letterhead & Envelopes Business Forms | Brochures & Flyers | Posters

Printing, Publishing & More

We strive for your success! MAPC | 9 2nd Street NW | Hampton, Iowa 50441

Page 12 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Gators

Teammates on the Gators were Austin Bierl, Wyatt DeCoster, Jericho Fleener, Justin German, Natalie Heiden, Ellie Mewes, Carson Nesheim, Cole Rothman, and Caleb Seaba. The Gators were coached by Kenton Waters.

Tigers

Teammates on the Tigers were Makayla Beisel, Ulices Frias, Stephanie Garcia, Caden Hankins, Landen Kakacek, Clayton Loux, Calvin Schluttenhofer, Ian Soesbe, and Owen Sweeney. The Tigers were coached by Mason Willey.

1st/2nd Grade Flag Football Teams

Ducks

Teammates on the Ducks were Rylee Coyle, Jaxen Engstrom, Logan Frantz, Colin Kirstein, Fabian Ramirez, Reed Reiland, Abigail Samson, and Hunter Smidt. The Ducks were coached by Elliot Ahrens.

Sooners

Teammates on the Sooners were Jack Conlon, Emma Eekhoff, Diego Gonzalez, Eathan Hennigar, Indy Johnson, Levi Langﬁtt, Samuel Loux, and Joshua Moore. The Sooners were coached by Mitch Gambrill.

Riedel Tree Service All Tree Trimming and Removal Specializing in Farm Acreages

Josh Riedel Cell: 641-430-7064

Free Estimates • Insured • Seasoned Firewood

grounded 118 North Main Street • Clarion • 515-602-6212 Hours: Breakfast: 7:00 - 11:00 am • Monday - Saturday Lunch: 11:00 am - 2 pm • Monday - Friday

Drinks and Treats until 3:00 pm

Lunch Box Special Daily

1/2 sandwich, soup or salad and chips or cookie.

($1.00 extra for a full sandwich)

$7.75

A HOLIDAY GIFT FROM US TO YOU!

Town & Country Realty Carol Haupt • Broker/Owner 851-0767 Sandie Malooly • 293-0129

Visit our website at: www.clarioniowarealty.com

cropinsurancespecialists.com

Our full-time specialists spend every working day with crop insurance – it’s all we do. We study it, we plan it and we know how important it is. So if you ever have a crop insurance need, you won’t have to question your crop insurance plan. See for yourself with a no-cost, no-obligation crop insurance plan review. WEBSTER CITY OFFICE: 515-832-3435 STORM LAKE OFFICE: 712-732-5250

4 HOURS OF UNBELIEVABLE PRICES!

220 N. Main • Clarion 515-532-2150

IA-2-64300-WEBC0-STOR0-NONE, base creative version 2, IA, 6.4300 x 4.50, PUWSY5HUGJ, number Call in orders welcome! of papers 1

THE WEATHER MAY SURPRISE YOU. YOUR CROP INSURANCE SHOULDN’T.

PLEASE JOIN US WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11TH FROM 5-9 P.M. AT EAGLE GROVE FAREWAY

Enjoy refreshments and cookies. Register for door prizes, need not be present to win. Register this night only. Drawings will be made on the morning of Thursday, December 12th.

Check next week’s EARLY edition of the Eagle Grove Eagle for these great prices!

Mark your calendar or cut this out and hang it on your refrigerator.

Don’t miss this 4 hour event!

Our special open house ad will be posted at theeaglegroveeagle.com on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013 for our out of town customers to view before our event starts. Please enjoy this token of our appreciation and wishes for a holiday season to you and your family. Word has it Santa will be here! Sincerely; Chris Livengood, Grocery Manager, Tracy Crail Meat Manager, and the rest of the Fareway crew!

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Thursday, December 5, 2013 • The Wright County Monitor Page 13

Cowgirls open season with nice 64-47 win over Garrigan Disney, Sann each score 22 points By Les Houser Granted it’s only the first game, but based on this season opening performance the Clarion-Goldfield varsity girls basketball team look like an improved squad that could surprise a few other teams in the North Central Conference. They began that trek through the schedule with a 64-47 home victory over Bishop Garrigan last Tuesday night. After spotting the Golden Bears a 15-14 edge after one quarter, the red and black turned it up a notch thru the second period to hold a good 32-19 advantage at the break. They extended the lead to 19 points, at 5132, to start the final eight minutes. “We started a little slow, which is typical of the first game,” said head coach Kevin Kakacek. “This was the Bears third game, and they came out ready to play and got after us early. We didn’t know what they were going to do on the defensive side of the ball because they’re a team that will change up their defense. After getting up and down the floor a couple times, we settled in and started to attack their defense and score. Sann started to get open shots, and took advantage of opportunities, to score nine in the second quarter. Disney also hit a couple of big shots to keep it going. While we scored 18 points in the quarter, we also stepped up and started to play team defense in holding them to just four

points. Going into the half, we knew the Bears would come out with a different approach and would focus defensively on Jossie. We figured they would box and one her, which they have done in the past. That’s what they did, so we had some big shots from Maddie and Hope, who both stepped up offensively to help out. We scored 19 in that quarter, without Jossie even getting a shot off.” The team shot 43.4 percent overall from the field, hitting for 44.4 percent on two-pointers, 41.2 percent on three’s and a great 78.6 percent from the line. Disney and Sann both enjoyed huge games, finishing with 22 points apiece. Disney was 8 of 17 total, including three buckets from long range, while Sann went 7 of 12 with a pair of three-pointers thrown in. Brook Boyd, Jenalee Hinkle and Hope Polzin all added six points apiece, with Hope getting two buckets from long range. Shelby Engh rounded it out by adding a basket. Sann was 6 of 8 from the line, with Disney making all three of her free tosses and Boyd both of her throws. The team pulled down 37 total rebounds, with Disney grabbing ten boards including seven defensively. Sann also had seven on the defensive glass and eight total. Megan Hoing chipped in five rebounds, while

Jossie Sann (left) and Breanna Ellis hold their spots on the defensive end against Bishop Garrigan. Sann scored 22 points and grabbed eight rebounds, while Ellis contributed a rebound and great defensive play as the Cowgirls held the Bears to just five points in the second period while scoring 18 on their end.

The office will be CLOSED until noon Thursday, December 5 due to meeting.

INVESTMENT CENTER

Maddie Disney puts up this jumper from close range in last week’s game versus the Bears. The sophomore tied Jossie Sann for team scoring honors with 22 points, while also pulling down 10 boards and leading the team in steals with four. Ready to help out is Megan Hoing (22).

Polzin all added one steal each. “The third quarter tells you that we have girls that can score and are able to step up when needed,” said Kakacek. “This is something that, as a coach, you get excited about. When the opposition tries to take something away, somebody steps up to make them pay. One of those girls was Hope. She has a great shot but struggled in games in the past. In this one, she missed a couple early on but took the shots she needed to take a hit two big three’s to get the Bears out of their box and one. She works hard on the defensive side so it is good to see those big shots from her.” He also highlighted some other efforts that the coach admitted might get lost in a game like this. “Seniors Hoing and Ellis both played a great game and played their game,” said Kakacek. “They are not going to be asked to score a lot, but are very important to our team. They move the ball well, and understand that to get girls open we must move the ball. They can step up to take the open shot when needed, but today was not one of those days. They play good defense and work hard when out there. Overall, it was great to see the girls get out to a big lead and maintain it throughout the second half. The most exciting thing about this game, for me as a coach, was the third quarter. They took our best player out of the game offensively and we responded with 19 points

Sandy Benson Investment Executive

from among four girls. If we continue to get that, we will have a good season and will be a hard team to defend.”

The team travels to Fort Dodge this Friday to play St. Edmond, then hosts Algona next Tuesday.

Brook Boyd brings the ball down court and starts a play during last week’s home game with Garrigan. The senior finished with six points, four rebounds and a steal to help the team to a 64-47 win in their conference and season opener.

Members of the Clarion-Goldfield 2013 8th grade football team were (front row, left to right): Clayton Reece, Alex Machuca, Sam Urness, Remundo Vazquez, Tanner Abbas, Connor Johnson, Martin Martinez; (back row): Coach Warnke, Coach Shueffel, Salvador Fregoso, Mason Carpenter, Max Powers, Rhett Darland, Riley State, Will Weidemann, Sergio Aragon, Ben Curry, and Coach Curry. Missing from the photo is Zach Martin and Bryce Tegtmeyer. (Submitted Photo)

Clarion-Goldfield eighth grade football ends season 6-0 The 8th grade football team improved on last season’s 5-1 record to a perfect 6-0 in 2013. The Cowboys opened up early in September at St. Edmond field. After a sluggish first half, the Cowboys found their rhythm in the second half for a 28-0 win over the Gaels. In the second game of the season, the young Cowboys controlled the Humboldt Wildcats while winning

38-6. In spite of a key few athletes missing in game three of the season, the Cowboys rose to the occasion with a 36-6 win over the HamptonDumont Bulldogs. In game four, the athletes were poised and ready to avenge the only loss of last season. The 8-6 loss to Algona from last season left the young Cowboys with a distinct goal for the 2013 rematch. The Cowboys returned the open-

Now is the time to check and see if you have 2013 Flex or Vision Plan Benefits that need to be used before the end of the calendar year!

2601 4th Street SW Mason City, IA 50401 641-422-1600

Securities and insurance products offered by Cetera Investment Services LLC. Member SIPC. Not FDIC insured. May go down in value. Not financial institution guaranteed. Not a deposit.

Boyd and Hinkle had four each. Polzin had three rebounds, Kenzie Kolb two and Breanna Ellis one. Disney and Hinkle each provided one assist, with Disney also grabbing four steals. Boyd, Sann, Hinkle and

ing kick off for six points and there was no looking back from there. The young Cowboys finished the game with a dominating 44-6 victory over the undefeated Bulldogs. The winning streak continued with a 36-6 win over the Eagle Grove Eagles, and the Cowboys capped off the season with a 50-0 win over the Iowa Falls-Alden Cadets.

The young Cowboys are a quality junior high football team. Sam Urness may have dominated the offensive side of the ball and Tanner Abbas was a considerable defensive hazard to the opponent, but every athlete donated outstanding aspects to this fine group of Cowboy football players.

Proud sponsors of the Cowboy’s and Cowgirl’s Sports page are:

Dr. Pamela K. Kelch, DDS, PC Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion and Belmond To find out how to get your business added to this list call Frankie at 515-532-2871

Dr. David E. Gildner

Doctor of Optometry 219 N. Main, Clarion 307 E. Main, Belmond 515-532-3630 641-444-3380

General labor Clarion Mini Storage Various sizes available Ph: 515-602-6855 leave message or Cell: 515-293-0236

Lantern Park Affordable Housing offering 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Refrigerator, Stove Resident controlled heat On site laundry Handicap units Rental assistance avail. Applications at 601 2nd St. SE Clarion or call 515-532-6837

Masterson Staffing Solutions is looking for people for general labor positions in Clarion. Must be reliable and have excellent attendance. To be considered for these opportunities please Stop by the Train Depot in Clarion on Thursdays between 10am-2pm. 302 N Main St Clarion IA • 641-423-1830 Masterson Staffing is an equal opportunity employer

DEER HUNTERS BREAKFAST Everyone Welcome

Saturday, December 7 6:00 - 9:00 A.M

GOODELL COMMUNITY CENTER Hosted by Belmond Lion’s Club

minimum donation

Page 14 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

The Clarion Wire

By Karen Weld ** From our friends at Shopko: “Shopko Hometown Foundation will donate up to $2,000 to your school district. Customers who visit Shopko Hometown between December 1 and December 24 can simply sign their name to show their support; no donation or purchase required. Each signature will count towards a $1 donation to your school district up to $2,000.” ** First State Bank & Town & Country ‘First Annual Food Drive’ yielded 328 items. All the items will be taken to Upper Des Moines Opportunity and distributed to families in Wright County. ** Clarion-Goldﬁeld High School Band is currently selling Value Cards featuring over $1000 worth of valuable goods/services from local businesses. Proceeds go to 2014 High School Band Trip to Disney World in Florida. Monthly offers at 23 participating area businesses with Value Card discounts, while helping a student raise money for their trip. Makes great Christmas stocking stuffers. Purchase from High School band students or Mr. Wesselink, C-GHS Band Director at 1-515-5322895 or kwesselink@clargold.org . ** What a nice way to celebrate Christmas this year in Wright County. Join family & friends at Iowa River Players theatre in Rowan as community cast members perform this classic - “A Christmas Carol” on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 6, 7, 8 and 13, 14, 15. Friday, Saturday at 7:30 p.m., & Sunday at 2 p.m. Student tickets $5. All others, $10. ** Put the date on your calendar: Friday, December 6. It’s Security Savings Bank Christmas Open House from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Stop by and sign up for the ‘church of your choice donation’ gift giving: for every $2 donation the bank will match it by $2. ** It’s coming, the popular Annual Event: “The Clarion Chamber and Development invites families to attend the ‘Jingle Jam Kid’s Shoppe’ on Saturday, December 7th between 9:30 - 11 am at the Clarion Public Library. Children will have the opportunity to shop for $5 gifts from a variety of local merchants for their parents, grandparents or guardians. They will be able to make cards and have their gifts wrapped; plus watch a holiday movie and make a treat for Santa’s reindeer. The FREE Merchant movie, “Rise of the Guardians”, follows the Jingle Jam at 11 am. The movies are free however you must have a ticket for entry. Get free tickets at any sponsoring business in Clarion. Check the Wright County Monitor for a listing of participating businesses. Each movie requires a separate ticket for entry. Kids and your families, join in the fun.

** On Saturday, Dec. 7. It’s “Dows Christmas Open Houses” with its annual Lions Club Soup Supper from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Dows Convention Center. Santa comes, bringing goodies for boys & girls; firemen will be giving free train rides, businesses will be open in the evening. A number of crafters will be selling their wares in craft booths during the event. Join the fun. ** Join your Rowan friends: “Rowan Annual Soup Supper and Santa to be held on Saturday, December 7. Tree lighting at 5:15 p.m.with caroling, then Santa for the kids and soup supper to follow. Free will offering. Soup, hot dogs, cookies, bars, and drinks provided.” ** Do you have a bit of spare time? On Thursday, Dec. 12? You can join a couple dozen of your volunteer friends in assembling hundreds of Holmes Christmas Club fruit baskets at Chappy’s on Main, beginning at 10 a.m. Or maybe you could help with the delivery of some the baskets once they are put together? Drop by Chappy’s and learn how you can fit in. ** “Caregivers’ Support Group” at Clarion Wellness & Rehabilitation Center will be held on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Topic for this month is ‘Activities for Persons with Dementia’. Presenter: Ryan Lobdell, Activities Director of the facility. Musical entertainment for loved one: David Ackerman. Group sponsors: Alzheimer’s Association, Clarion Wellness & Rehabilitation Center, Iowa Hospice, & Wright County Public Health and Hospice. ** From First State Bank and Town & Country Insurance, Clarion: “We will be hosting our Christmas Open House on Friday, December 13 from 9 a.m - 4 p.m. Activities include: C-G Prep K children coming to our office from 9:15 - 9:45 a.m.; yummy treats to share; drawings for several door prizes (i.e. Chamber Certificates); as well as donating $$ to the Clarion Ministerial Association on behalf of all of our customers. We invite everyone to join us.. ** First Citizens National Bank will be hosting its annual Christmas Open House on Friday, December 13th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sign up to direct a $3 donation to either the Spirit of Giving or the Ministerial Association. ** Taken from the Belmond Area Chamber of Commerce newsletter: “Be sure to visit the JenisonMeacham Memorial Arts Center from December 13 - 15 for this year’s ‘Three Nights of Lights’. Open from 5.- 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 4 - 7 p.m. on Sunday, enjoy the lighted steam train rides around the show grounds, and a live Nativity. Vote for your favorite tree again this year in the Christmas Tree contest. Free will donations

www.clarionnewsonline.com

Dows Area News

will be accepted as admission with all proceeds donated to the Belmond Cheer Fund.” ** Clarion merchant-sponsored movie at the Clarion Theatre on Saturday, December 14 at 11 a.m. “The Croods”. While the movies are FREE, each person must have a ticket from one of the sponsoring merchants. Enjoy the Christmas holidays; don’t forget to shop locally. ** Pencil in for you ‘to do list’ to enjoy the season: The “Lighted Christmas Stroll” on the streetscapes at Heartland Museum on Saturday, Dec. 21 between 2 - 4 p.m. View the lighted inside store windows; visit with Santa and some delightful elves. Shop at the museum gift store, buy a C-G alumni album, buy museum season passes for 2014. Have lunch and visit with friends. ** AT THE MOVIES: Showing at the Clarion Theatre from Friday, Dec. 6 - Sunday, December 8, “Delivery Man”, rated PG-13. Show times nightly at 7 pm plus a Sunday matinee at 2:30 pm. And then again on Wednesday, December 11 at 7 p.m. Join your friends at the movies. For current shows and more information on to view a preview of this movie or upcoming movies, check them out at:: www.clariontheatre.com ; phone number 1-515-602-6606. ** MONEY SAVING TIP: Take advantage of all the promotions and deals we ﬁnd in advertising and shop LOCAL this year for Christmas giving. ** FOCUS ON BUSINESS: It’s coming: an updated Wright County Business Directory. It is currently at the printers for editing/updating/deleting/adding business information. Are you in the directory currently? Has your business relocated? Have a new phone number? Changed/added web site address? Are you an inhome business? Sales rep.? Have you started a new business in the past two years? We have many/ most changes at the printers, but if you are afraid we don’t have your current information, email it to jkweld@wmtel.net and we can still make them when we edit the updated information.

Crafters/Vendors needed for Open House

Tables will be set up in the Dows Community Convention Center on Saturday night for vendors, crafters or anyone who has something that they would like to sell as Christmas gifts. The tables will be set up on Friday, and rent is $5. To make a reservation, please call City Hall at 852-4327.

Dows & Clarion School Menus

Thursday, Dec. 5 • Breakfast: Sausage breakfast bagel, fruit. • Lunch: Sausage pizza, salad, garbanzo beans, hot cinnamon/sugar apples. Friday, Dec. 6 • Breakfast: Cereal, string cheese, fruit. • Lunch: Popcorn chicken, cinnamon/ sugar breadsticks, mashed potatoes, broccoli, baby carrots, melon. Monday, Dec. 9 • Breakfast: Cereal or yogurt, mufﬁn, fruit.

Dows Historical Society report By Mary Ellen Patterson

The Dows Historical Society met November 20 to discuss some issues at the Welcome Center and updates and needs of the historical area. The current big need at the Welcome Center is that of finding a part-time participant for a maximum of 18 hours per week. The one participant we have now can work only 18 hours weekly, which means there is not enough man-power to keep the Welcome Center open for much of the week. The state has authorized another Experience Works participant, and we are now seeking someone to hire to fill this need. The part-time employment is available through the Experience Works Senior Community Service Employment Program. Applicants must be 55 or older, and currently unemployed, with annual income of $14,363 per year or less for a family of one. This program is funded by the United States Department of Labor and administered by Experience Works, Inc. Check out the flyers in the bank, post office, grocery and variety stores and the bulletin board at city hall, or leave word at the Mercantile. Presently, the Welcome Center is open only three hours a day, for six days of the week, so if anyone can man

Muhlenbruch Insurance

CALL: 515-852-3344 FOR MORE INFORMATION

Shannon Muhlenbruch, Agent

THIS SPACE IS RESERVED FOR YOU! CALL: 515-852-3344 FOR MORE INFORMATION

515-852-4156 Authorized, Independent Kinetico Dealer

COONLEY & COONLEY John E. Coonley Attorney at Law Hampton, Iowa 641-456-4741

Ofﬁce Hours in Dows by Appointment

- DOWn to Earth Regular Hours: Monday-Friday 10-5 Saturday 9-noon 515-852-4699 1-800-657-6985

www.dowsﬂowershop.com

Tenold-Andrews Funeral Homes

tenoldfh@kalnet.com

THIS SPACE IS RESERVED Pharmacist on duty: FOR YOU! APARTMENTS APARTMENTS Mon., Tues., Wed., 9:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. M

URPHY Thurs., 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. immediate openings! has immediate has openings! CALL: 515-852-3344

MANAGEMENT

Fri., Sat.,for9 rent. a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 1&2 for bedroom 1&2 bedroom apartments rent. apartments Store Hours: Appliances Appliances and laundry provided.and laundry provided. Mon.-call: Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For an application For an application call:

Glennavon Parriott Monday, December 9 2:00 to 4:00

at the Dows Convention Center

THIS SPACE IS RESERVED FOR YOU! CALL: 515-852-3344 FOR MORE INFORMATION “Your One Stop Water Shop”

515-295-2927 515-859-7218515-852-4628 •515-295-2927 1-800-600-9946 515-295-2927 •515-859-7218 515-852-4628••1-800-600-9946 515-852-4628

FOR MORE

Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Murphy M anageMent Murphy anageMent Thomas managemenT IM nc . emergency Thomas m, anagemenT , Iphone, nc. 515-852-3585 After hours INFORMATION

1-800-657-4750 641-648-4231

The show begins aT 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and saTurdays aT 2:00 p.m. on sundays. TickeTs aT box office $10 • all sTudenTs $5

Need Plumbing Heating or Air Conditioning? Call Allen Home Center, Inc. 220 E. Main, Belmond, IA • 641-444-7354

Let our Master Plumber help you! Franklin county Farm For Sale G.A. Cady III, Executor of the Estate of Juanita A. Oleson is offering for sale real estate described as follows: The West Half of the Northeast Quarter (W1/2 NE1/4) of Section 19, Township 91 North Range 21 West of the 5th P.M., Franklin County, Iowa. This farm has 80 gross acres, 79 taxable acres, 77.4 tillable acres. The average CSR is 79.2. The farm will be offered for sale as a unit. TERMS OF SAlE: 10% on signing contract, and final settlement on or before March 1, 2014, and possession to be given March 1, 2014, or at such later date as merchantable title can be delivered. TAxES: Real estate taxes will be paid by Seller, prorated to date of possession.

OFFICE: 641-866-6866 TOLL FREE: 1-877-667-8746

Titan Machinery Hwy. 65/20 N. • Iowa Falls

DECEMBER 6th 7th 8th 13th 14th 15th

for

DOWS DEVELOPMENT APARTMENTS

has immediate openings! 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for rent. Appliances and laundry provided. DOWS DEVELOPMENT Mark Odland, RPH DOWS DEVELOPMENT For an application call:

is leaking and several rooﬁng companies have been contacted, but repairs may have to wait until spring. We also discussed “resurrecting” the Burma Shave signs between the rest stop and the town as a spring project. We could always use a volunteer for a half day or full day in the Mercantile. John Meyer put up the Silos and Smokestacks sign on the outside of the Welcome Center this fall.

OPEN HOUSE

Personal Services Belmond, Iowa 641-444-4474

the Welcome Center on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 to 4:00, please let the Mercantile know. In other areas of the Historical District, the Crème will be serving several Christmas parties for local organizations during the holiday season. We had a “very good” day “shopper-wise” during the town “Fall Harvest Day” in October. Thank you for your continued support. The Blacksmith Shop roof

Retirement

Dows Business & Professional Directory THIS SPACE IS RESERVED FOR YOU!

• Lunch: Super nachos, refried beans, pears. Tuesday, Dec. 10 • Breakfast: Cheese omelet, toast, tater tots, fruit. • Lunch: Chicken strips, baked cinnamon/ sugar breadsticks, mashed potatoes, broccoli, celery, apple. Wednesday, Dec. 11 • Breakfast: Cereal or yogurt, cinnamon roll, fruit. • Lunch: Chili, cornbread, cucumber, baby carrots, orange.

Massage & Body Work for You & Your Horse (515) 293-2505

METHOd, TIME ANd PlACE OF SAlE: Sale will commence at 10:00 a.m., on December 19, 2013, in the offices of Hobson, Cady & Cady PLC, 9 First Street, SW, Hampton, IA 50441. Sealed bids will be received at the offices of Hobson, Cady & Cady PLC, 9 First Street, SW, Hampton, IA 50441, up to time of sale, then opened, and those persons submitting a written bid will be given the opportunity to raise their bid in person at that time. Seller reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Any sale is subject to the approval of the district Court of Franklin County, Iowa. For more particulars, contact G.A.Cady III, Telephone No. (641) 456-2555. Announcements on date of sale have priority over this ad. G.A. Cady III PO Box 456 Hampton, IA 50441 ATTORNEY FOR SEllER

G.A. Cady III PO Box 456 Hampton, IA 50441 ExECuTOR OF THE ESTATE OF JuANITA A. OlESON, dECEASEd

www.clarionnewsonline.com

shop your local Commercial Club members for your chance to win $25

Dows Community CalenDar Thursday, Dec. 5 • Library Story Hour for kids ages 3-5 from 10-11 am. Questions contact the library at 852-4326. • JV/Var wrestling at Clarion, 6 p.m. • 9th grade basketball at Iowa Falls, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 • JV/Var basketball at St. Edmonds, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 • Wrestling at Eagle Grove, 11 a.m. • Lions Club Soup Supper & Raffle along with Christmas Open House, Santa and vendors all in the DCCC from 5-7 p.m. Christmas Train begins at 5, Santa comes at 6. Raffle drawing at 7. • Second Chances thrift store to be open 4-6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9 • Senior Dinner at noon at the Senior Center. Call for reservations.

Tuesday, Dec. 10 • JV/Var basketball at Clarion, 3:45 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12 • JV/Var wrestling at Humboldt, 6p.m. • 9th grade basketball at Clarion, 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 • JV/Var basketball at Webster City, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 • JV/Var wrestling at Parkersburg. • JV/Var basketball at Clarion, 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16 • JV wrestling tournament at Clarion, 5 p.m. • 9th grade boys’ basketball at Bishop Garrigan, 7 p.m. • Dows School Board to meet at Superintendent’s Office, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 • JV/Var basketball at Iowa Falls, 4:30 p.m.

Our local Commercial Club members are sponsoring prize drawings at eight local businesses down town this Christmas shopping season. When you are in any of the main street stores doing your shopping, don’t forget to sign up for two $25 gift certificates in each store. Drawings will occur on December 20th, and you do not need to be present to win.

Due to the increase in request for assistance the Dows Ministerial Association adopted new guidelines which are as follows: Vouchers will be available at the Dows Community Grocery Store - go to the store and the employees will assist you in getting your groceries through the system. Food Program assistance will be $25 for first family member and $10 for each additional family member with a maximum of $55 per family. Food program assistance per family will be once every three months with a maximum of three times per year and the family must have a Dows address. We will ask the individual requesting assistance for a picture ID with a Dows address. If the person does not have a picture ID with Dows address, we need two items: 1. Picture ID with name. A utility bill or other type of 2. bill with their name on it and Dows address. ONLY Food & Beverage products can be purchased with this form. No Tobacco, alcohol or lottery tickets will be purchased with

Make plans to be in town on Saturday, Dec. 7 as the Lions Club holds their annual Soup Supper and Raffle at the Dows Community Convention Center from 5-7 p.m. The Lions are serving various kinds of soups, along with sandwiches and bars/cookies. They are also raffling off a $1000 grand prize that night, along with $250 for second prize and then three more lucky tickets will be drawn for $50 worth of Dows bucks each. The drawing will be held at 7 p.m., after the soup supper. You need not be present to win the prizes. Tickets are $10 each, and may be purchased from any Lions Club members, at Muhlenbruch Insurance, and will still be available the night of the supper. Santa will also be on hand at 6 p.m., passing out bags of goodies, so bring your kids and camera. Santa

the Ministerial Association Food Program Funds. Note: Grocery items can only be purchased at Dows Community Grocery Store in Dows, IA Other assistance rules are as follows: $15 gas assistance – one time per calendar year. Utility Bill Assistance – (LP, water and electricity) – Pay 40% of ONE UTILITY BILL up to $100 per calendar year – does NOT include, Phone, Cell phone, TV, Cable or internet. If you have questions, contact the Dows Community Grocery, or any (Christmas for Kids) minister in Dows. The Spirit of Dows is a program to help families who are struggling financially during the holiday season. Parents may apply for warm winter clothing and a toy for children who are 8th grade or younger. The Check out the newest store on program is funded entirely on mainstreet this Friday evening, community contributions. when you are in town for the Lions If you know someone who could Club annual Soup Supper/Raffle. use a little help, please share this The store will be open from information. 4-6 p.m., so stop in and see what Donations for “Spirit of Dows” treasures you can find. may be left at the Dows United Bank

second Chances to be open Friday evening

HY-TOP APPLE CIDER

$3.99 $1.00

15 OZ

HUNT’S SPAGHETTI SAUCE 24 OZ

BETTY CROCKER CUPCAKE MIX

40 OZ

14-17 OZ

and Trust or the Dows Community School. Applications are now available by contacting Emily State at the Dows School 852-4162. Thank you to each of you who continue to support this program each year. You make it all possible.

The Kensington Club will meet on Friday, Dec. 6, at 11:30 a.m. at the Creme in Dows for their annual Christmas luncheon. Everyone is reminded of the White Elephant gift exchange, and to bring a donation for the community Christmas gift, to be selected. The tree to be decorated at the Community Center will be done following our meeting. This is a “Dutch Treat” luncheon as there are no specified hostesses this month.

They helped us decorate. Tom and Janis Hicks had their son, James and his two children, Kingston and Oaklin helping also. It is so good to have little ones decorating as they love to help and like to see the results. Saturday was also the funeral of a longtime friend, Marge Slining. She was a wonderful lady and raised a fine family. I couldn’t go to the funeral so want to send my deepest sympathies to the family. Her children and mine, especially Till, spent lots of time together. Now starts the baking and programs and parties of the season. My biggest project is my Christmas letter, which I have started, but must get finished. I can find all kinds of reasons not to get it done. I am slowing down. I don’t have much news this week so will close for now and wish you happy shopping and baking and all the things we all find to do. Till next time. MK

senior Dinner December 9

Join the Dows Senior Citizens when they meet at noon at the Dows Senior Center on Monday, Dec. 9. Their menu will be roast beef, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, assorted salads, dessert. If you don’t get a call and want to come, call Pat at 852-3557, Deloris at 4229, or Jan at 4491.

17-19 OZ

10 OZ

FAMOUS DAVES BBQ SAUCE 29 OZ

HUNT’S PUDDING

HY-TOP COFFEE

4 PACK

30-33 OZ

FROZEN

10 OZ

16 OZ

HUNT’S TOMATO SAUCE

8 A.M. - 6:30 P.M. 8 A.M. - 6 P.M. 10 A.M. - 1 P.M.

KRAFT RECIPE MAKERS 14-18 OZ

BETTY CROCKER COOKIEMIX

CLOROX WIPES

CLOROX BLEACH

SHEDD’S COUNTRY CROCK SPREAD

6-12 OZ

8 OZ

SUNNY BROOK ICE CREAM

$6.99

35 COUNT

DAIRY

HY-TOP SHREDDED CHEESE

250 COUNT

4 PACK

U.S.D.A. CHOICE RUMP ROAST

$2.99/LB $4.99/LB U.S.D.A. CHOICE TOP SIRLOIN FILET

$5.49/LB

BEVERAGES COKE PROCUCTS 24 PACKS

NORTHERN BATH TISSUE

U.S.D.A. CHOICE SIRLOIN STRIP STEAK

$1.99

y Grocer s!! Special

MARDI GRAS NAPKINS

$2.75 $2.29 $3.75

55-64 OZ

STOUFFER’S DINNERS

y Grocer ! ! s l a i c Spe

17 OZ

15 OZ

$2.75 y Grocer s!! Special

CAMPBELL’S CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP

$2.49

6-10 OZ

LETTUCE

CAMPBELL’S TOMATO SOUP

$1.29 $6.99 $2.99

4/$5

PER POUND

HEINZ BEANS

STORE HOURS MONDAY - FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

$1.49 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $2.99

BANQUET DINNERS

88¢

PER POUND

Dows Kensington Club to meet Dec. 6

AD EFFECTIVE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4 THROUGH TUESDAY,DECEMBER 10, 2013

ROTEL TOMATOES

28 0Z

BETTY CROCKER BROWNIE MIX

ORANGES

$1.29

14 OZ

MINUTE RICE

16 OZ

PRODUCE

JONAGOLD APPLES

By Marillyn Korth Only 24 days till Christmas. Now get a load of this. I am almost done shopping. I did most of it by mail and have a room full of gifts, which I have to keep closed and locked in case some of the recipients come around. I should start wrapping soon, but I don’t want to be too efficient. Ha! We had a wonderful Thanksgiving and I hope all of you did. All the grands were here, but Alex and we talked to him on the computer. We had way too much food, but it got parceled out so I didn’t have so much left. Saturday evening the church family decorated the church and we had supper afterward. Peggy Blackford was home with her daughter Christine. It was so good to see them. Peggy lives out East.

will be at the Community Convention Center at 6 p.m., and the firemen will be running the Christmas train on the streets of Dows, beginning at 5 p.m. There will be craft vendors with booths set up in the front part of the Dows Community Convention Center, so you can get a good start on your Christmas shopping. Proceeds from the soup supper will go toward the purchase of a seeing-eye dog through a Lions program which trains the dogs. The Dows Lions have named their dog “Norm”. The Dows Lions also support the sign on the east end of Ellsworth, projects like Hearing Aids and glasses (collection boxes around town at local businesses), camp courageous and diabetic camp for kids. Head on down town on December 7 for great shopping and a great meal.

$3.99 $2.99 $1.00 $2.29

$3.99 $1.99 $2.49

$1.29

$1.49

CREAMETTE PASTA

$1.29 $1.88

BISQUICK BAKING MIX

HUNT’S TOMATOES

JOAN OF ARC BEANS

15 OZ

$1.29

From the Korner

Dows Community Grocery

GROCERY SPECIALS CHEF BOY AR DEE

Last week when the temperatures dropped to single digits, the sunsets became so colorful. This shot was captured east of Dows, coming into town, and shows many of the windmills that dot the landscape.

spirit of Dows 2013

DOWS, IOWA | 515-852-4303 WE ACCEPT WIC/EBT

$3.49

sunset

Lions Soup Supper/Raffle Friday

Dows ministerial association food program instructions

NABISCO OREOS

December 5, 2013 The Wright County Monitor • Page 15

Dows area news

$7.99

MEAT

OSCAR MAYER FUNPAK

$5.99

OSCAR MAYER BOLOGNA

JENNIE-O CHUNK TURKEY HAM 2 POUNDS

2/$5

JOHN MORRELL BRAUNSCHWEIGER

2/$5 16 OZ

16 OZ

SCHWEIGERT CHICKEN PATTIES, NUGGETS, STRIPS

$4.99 $2.99/LB

y 80/20 FRESH GROUND BEEF Grocer s!! Special EVERYDAY PRICE!!!

Page 16 The Wright County Monitor • Thursday, December 5, 2013

www.clarionnewsonline.com

1st Annual Upper Elementary Family Literacy Night was a huge success The Clarion-Goldfield third, fourth, and fifth graders and their families enjoyed an evening of reading activities from around the world. The first annual Upper Elementary Family Literacy Night was well attended and a great success. The theme was, “A Passport to Reading Around the World.” Students were given a passport

as they entered the school and after a short welcome in the gym, they were directed to their chosen countries of England – Center Stage; Mexico – Click, Clack, Muu; Japan – Japanese Word Game; Canada – Northern Border Jeopardy: North America – The Medicine Doctor; and International bookmarks – Mark the Spot for an evening of activities

and fun. As students were leaving they enjoyed an international book exchange and received a fortune cookie. The Upper Elementary Family Literacy Night committee would like to thank the families that attended and all the volunteers that made this fun evening possible.

Iowa State Basketball Coaches Chair 2014 Central Iowa Heart Walk Fred Hoiberg and Billy Fennelly will lead efforts to raise $500,000 to fight heart disease and stroke Fred Hoiberg, Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Iowa State University, and Billy Fennelly, Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach at Iowa State University, have signed on to chair the 2014 Central Iowa Heart Walk, presented by Karl Chevrolet. Steve Lacy, CEO of Meredith Corporation, will serve as Vice Chair and will take over as Chair for the 2015 Central Iowa Heart Walk. Both Hoiberg and Fennelly have battled heart conditions of their own and have been volunteering with their local American Heart Association for several years. In 2005, after ten years of playing professional basketball, Fred Hoiberg learned that he had an aneurism of the aorta, a condition that could’ve taken his life at any moment. Hoiberg underwent open heart surgery to repair his aortic root, then had a dual-chamber pacemaker implanted to maintain his heart rate and rhythm. Recently Hoiberg has spoken at American Heart Association events and volunteered at the Story County Go Red For Women Luncheon with his mom, Karen Hoiberg. “Thanks to the work of the American Heart Association I am able to live a normal, active life,” says Hoiberg. “That is why I decided to co-chair the Central Iowa Heart Walk, so that the American Heart Association can continue to fund lifesaving research and education programs that are saving lives right here in Iowa.” When Billy Fennelly was born he was diagnosed with univentricular heart with total transposition and missing the mitral valve, essentially causing his heart to develop upside down and backwards. At just eight months old Fennelly underwent his first open heart surgery to install a

Bill Fennelly (left), Fred Hoiberg (right) and 2014 Heart Walk Hero Dezi, Center pacemaker, then had another open heart surgery to repair the defect at age three. Fennelly has volunteered at the Story County Go Red For Women Luncheon with his mom, Deb Fennelly, and served as a Team Captain at the 2013 Central Iowa Heart Walk. “Because of the American Heart Association I was able to grow up with very few limitations, despite being born with a congenital heart defect,” says Fennelly. “I am excited to co-chair the Heart Walk and have the opportunity to make the future brighter for other kids who are born with heart conditions.” Hoiberg and Fennelly are working to raise $500,000 through the Central Iowa Heart Walk to fund research, education and advocacy programs that will build healthier lives right here in Iowa. The Walk

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSES

Alden

9:00-5:00

Friday, December 6

Dates for Spirit of Giving Spirit of GivinG - important DateS • Friday, November 22 - ornaments will be hung on the Christmas trees for the community to pick a child wish list. Trees are located at the Clarion Public Library and Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. • Friday December 6 from 8:00 A.M. until 7 P.M. gift items can be taken to the Clarion Presbyterian Church. Please do not wrap the gifts. • Saturday, December 7 from 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. Christmas Gifts can be picked up by the families at Clarion Presbyterian Church

enjoy...

Dows

9:00-4:00

Dougherty

christmas goodies,

9:00-12:00

prize drawings

and pick up...

Hampton

free gifts! We’ll see you soon!

9:00-5:00

www.ubtc.net

MEMBER FDIC

will take place on Saturday, June 14 at the State Capitol. The Heart Walk is a noncompetitive one or three-mile walk that celebrates heart disease and stroke survivors, loved ones lost, and those who have made a commitment to living a more hearthealthy lifestyle. Heart Walk is part of the American Heart Association’s My Heart My Life healthy living initiative to fight heart disease and stroke. From walking paths and clubs to cooking tips and easymade recipes, My Heart My Life is helping individuals and families understand how to get active and eat healthy – all part of the American Heart Association’s goal to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20% and reduce deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20% by the year 2020.

Sheffield 9:00-5:00

Holiday Open House Please join us for our Holiday Open House Friday December 6th 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. light hors d’oeuvres will be served Place: Thrivent Financial 248 E. Main St. Belmond, IA 50421 Hosted By: North-Central Iowa Office Brian Kapka Financial Associate Josh Faaborg Financial Associate Doug Thompsen CLU®, FIC Financial Consultant North Central Iowa Office 641-444-3214 • Toll-free 800-475-3684 No products will be offered at this client appreciation event. 26112A R11-13

750486