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The Rev. Aloysius Schmitt is shown here in his official U.S. Navy photo.

Hometown Of Hero Priest Says:

BRING FATHER HOME By Michael Hohenbrink Editor

TOP: A veterans memorial stands in St. Lucas with the Rev. Al Schmitt (who died at Pearl Harbor) and Private James A. Kruse (who was killed in Vietnam) honored.The two men, both of St. Lucas, died while in service to their country. The Rev. Schmitt's remains have now been positively identified, allowing for him to be returned to his home community after nearly 75 years. ABOVE: Without his body for burial, the people of St. Lucas put up a stone in the cemetery in memory of the Rev. Schmitt behind the parish church, not too far from the graves of his parents. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink and Courtesy of Clair Blong

A native son is coming home, though residents of the community from which he came wish he were staying longer. Following confirmation from the U.S. military that the remains of the Rev. Al Schmitt have been positively identified after nearly 75 years, St. Lucas is getting ready to remember its former resident. The Rev. Schmitt was killed at Pearl Harbor Sunday, Dec. 7, 1941, shortly after he finished celebrating Mass. He is credited with saving up to a dozen lives as his ship went down, and the Rev. Schmitt is recognized as the first chaplain of any faith to die relating to World War II. After torpedoes struck his ship, the U.S.S. Oklahoma, the Rev. Schmitt worked to help men to safety until rising waters claimed his own life.

Rendezvous Days Marks 40 Years ▪ Will Honor ‘Fallen Comrades’ By Michael Hohenbrink Editor The 40th Annual Rendezvous Days will honor “Fallen Comrades” as the community’s signature festival returns for another year. The event is set for Sept. 24-25. The festival initially got underway in 1977 after being organized by the Iowa Development Commission and the Iowa Conservation Commission, with the assistance and support of the community. Rendezvous Days is a chance to remember a slice of early Iowa life, focused around the historic fort, which dates back to the 1840s. The fort was originally built to protect the

Winnebago Indians from members of other tribes and closed in 1849. The fort then faded into the background for many years. According to information from the city website, in 1855, the fort was sold at auction, and outside buildings were torn down. The fort remained in private hands until the 1920s when the Iowa Board of Conservation acquired the site. Over the years, some repair work followed, and the fort was dedicated as a State Preserve in 1968. Seeking to promote the site, the first Rendezvous Days celebration was held in 1977. “It’s exciting…for such a small town to put an effort in for so many years…that’s amazing,” said Penney Neuzil, an organizer. Ron Franzen, who has been involved since the very first celebration, said he was not surprised the event has lasted so long. The event is both an educational and an awareness event, encompassing small kids up to senior citizens. RENDEZVOUS DAYS to page 3

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The St. Lucas-born priest was serving in the military as a chaplain when the attack came. Now, with his remains positively identified, he will be permanently laid to rest, after a visit to his native parish. The Rev. Kyle Digmann, pastor of St. Luke and for the entire Christ Our Hope Cluster, confirmed plans are moving ahead to honor the Rev. Schmitt with a special Mass that will take place Oct. 5 at St. Luke Catholic Church. “Right now the plan is to have the archbishop celebrate a memorial mass at 6:30 on that Wednesday,” said the Rev. Digmann. “There will be a reception to follow.” From there, the remains of the Rev. Schmitt will be taken to Dubuque, the city where he attended college and which claims an attachment to the Rev. Schmitt. Still, it’s St. Lucas that reared the young priest, and St. Lucas still re-

Chaplain Aloysius Schmitt has remained the favorite and cherished son of St. Luke Parish and community and an inspiration to all the veterans who served from the community. - Clair Blong members him, in ways big and small. Favorite Son In many places in St. Lucas, the echoes of the Rev. Schmitt remain. Up the stairs at the GermanAmerican Museum in St. Lucas is a special exhibit, one dedicated to the Rev. Schmitt. It’s one of many tributes to the Rev. Schmitt over the years.

DeVere Manderfield (left) and Clair Blong check out the interior of the former blacksmith shop in St. Lucas. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink

Historical Society Restoring Blacksmith Shop Former St. Lucas Business Undergoing Work By Michael Hohenbrink Editor DeVere Manderfield remembers a bargain. At a sale put on by the American Legion in the 1960s, he picked up a plow for $6.50. The plow, in the condition he found it, was “worthless,” Manderfield said. So, he did what many in the town did when they had something metal that needed tended – he went to the blacksmith. “Anything that [needed] fixed or welded, Emmie would do it,” said Manderfield. Edmund “Emmie” Hauer was the

town blacksmith as was his father, Joe Hauer, before him. From a shop right by the main intersection in St. Lucas, the Hauer men for generations served the metal working needs of the community. Manderfield can’t remember what he paid Hauer for the work, but he does remember that Hauer took something that was busted and made it new again. Hauer was “very important” to the community, Manderfield said. If you needed something done, Hauer took care of it. Like Manderfield, Lee Stammeyer also remembers the Hauer business. “Emmie was a good friend of

mine,” said Stammeyer. Born on a farm outside of town, Stammeyer would stay in town at his grandparents’ place. While in St. Lucas, he would hang out with the younger Hauer and watch the elder Hauer go about his work. Watching the elder Hauer shoe horses sticks out in Stammeyer’s memory. Most of the time, the horse didn't feel pain, but then again sometimes, the horse would feel that nail going in. Wrestling that large animal when it didn’t want to do it proved a memorable experience. BLACKSMITH to page 3

The museum, formerly a school, is an appropriate choice for a memorial for the Rev. Schmitt. It’s the place where he attended lessons throughout his early years. As a boy, the sisters marched him and his classmates across the street to the parish church. St. Lucas has never forgotten their young priest who died serving his country. It's one of several ways the town has paid tribute over the decades, never letting go of his memory. Clair Blong, president of the historical society, noted that the community had repeatedly paid tribute to the Rev. Schmitt, not just once but over and over again. His memory has not been forgotten in the small town from which he came. Born on a farm a little over three miles south of St. Lucas, Aloysius Schmitt was baptized, made his first WAR HERO to page 2

Massive Rain Totals Recorded In a normal year, northeast Iowa can see around 36 inches of rain. During the month of August, rainfall totals in the Decorah area measured 13.39 inches, the National Weather Service said. The month’s total is over 1/3 of the normal annual total and helps to explain just why the region feels so waterlogged. The total for Decorah marks the highest seen through the area served by the La Crosse, Wis. office of the weather service. “The average rainfall for August is a rather uniform 4.25 to 4.5 inches across the [area covered],” the weather service noted in a report on the August rainfall. Not surprisingly, river flows were observed at much higher levels than normal, and record crests were reported on the Upper Iowa River at Dorchester and on the Turkey River at Spillville and Eldorado.

Schools See Enrollment Gains Two area parochial schools have been recognized for enrollment growth. The Archdiocesan Office of Education is recognizing archdiocesan schools that have posted enrollment increases of at least five percent. Both CFS and De Sales have recorded gains in excess of that amount. CFS enrollment looks to be up 9.1 percent while De Sales is seeing an increase of seven percent.

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WAR HERO

LEFT: St. Lucas has never forgotten their young priest who died serving his country. The German-American Museum, which commemorates much of the community's history, has a special exhibit devoted specifically to the Rev. Al Schmitt. It's one of several ways the town has paid tribute over the years, never letting go of his memory. RIGHT:Visitors to St. Luke Catholic Church can check out one of the memorials to the Rev. Schmitt by the main entrance to the church in St. Lucas. communion, attended school and received confirmation all right in St. Lucas. Longtime pastor of the local parish Rev. Francis L. Schuh served as spiritual mentor to Schmitt for many years, both during the latter’s studies for the priesthood and continuing on through military service so far from home. When the newly ordained Rev. Aloysius Schmitt returned from his theological studies in Rome, he said his first Mass May 10, 1936, at St. Luke Catholic Church. It was a big deal in the tiny community. Though the Rev. Schmitt had spent most of his life in St. Lucas, time away in Dubuque and then in Rome for theological studies had kept him from his hometown. A first Mass in his home parish was a chance to return to his old stomping grounds. Lee Stammeyer, now 95, served at that Mass. Stammeyer was 14 as

he watched the young priest give his first Mass in his home parish. Above all, the personality of the young priest stands out in Stammeyer’s memory. “He was a man you could talk to,” remembered Stammeyer. Stammeyer’s grandmother introduced the two men, and Stammeyer recalled playing checkers with him before he became a priest. When it came time for the Mass, it was the fourth Sunday after Easter on the old calendar. “I go to Him who sent me,” the Rev. Schmitt read from the gospel. The words would prove prophetic for the young priest. Irma (Schmitt) Luzum, now 90, also played a role in the first Mass of the Rev. Schmitt. Luzum, a niece, recited a poem on the occasion, as did two other nieces, Germaine (Schmitt) Winter and Alma (Schmitt) Schneberger. Decades later, Luzum is able to

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write out the poem from memory. Now to the vineyard of our Dear Lord Your way you soon will wend. Oh may the Blessing from on High Your labors all attend.

#691, that bears the name of Aloysius Schmitt after the priest, is among those who wishes the remains would stay in St. Lucas. Still, for Bodensteiner, some consolation can be found in efforts to posthumously award the Rev. Schmitt either the Medal of Honor or the Medal of Valor. Bodensteiner believes such an award might be forthcoming before Dec. 7 this year, the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor and of the Rev. Schmitt’s death.

Keeping Memories Alive Vera Wiest was born, baptized and confirmed in St. Lucas. She made her first communion in the parish church and graduated from high school in the town. It’s likely impossible to be any more of a native. Paying Tribute “I still love to visit Wi t h t h e R e v. [and] attend Masses, Schmitt set to come Funerals, etc. there,” home, however briefly, said Wiest. emotions run high in Wiest, who was the community. Many 12 at the time, can reare pleased with the member the day the chance to pay due The Rev. Aloysius Rev. Schmitt died. honor to a man who Schmitt, before his “My parents, along touched so many. ordination, is seen with every person “[I]t’ll be great,” here in his graduation in St. Lucas, were said DeVere Manderphoto from what is now Loras College. very shocked [and field. saddened] with the Irene Franzen is news….” said Wiest. among those to whom the mention Wiest’s brother, Donald, was in- of the Rev. Schmitt is familiar, notspired by the Rev. Schmitt and talked ing that “everyone knew” the young his parents into signing him up for priest. military service during his junior In her case, the Rev. Schmitt year of high school. played a role in the life of her husThe Rev. Schmitt had a way of band. touching lives, and his influence “He got kicked by a mule,” said would live on, both with her brother Franzen. and with others. Fearing for his life, those around In 1942, Archbishop Henry Rohl- the young man called for the priest, man of the Archdiocese of Dubuque and the Rev. Schmitt came out to presided at a solemn Mass and the anoint the young man, then 15. erection of a large bronze plaque The man healed, and the story was commemorating the Rev. Schmitt. passed down. The plaque still can be seen to the While the chance to have the Rev. right of the main entrance to St. Luke Schmitt back once more has the comCatholic Church. munity excited, the brevity of the stay Over the years, residents contin- is a source of frustration. For many, ued to remember the young priest. the parish cemetery, resting place of Physical reminders include a the parents of the Rev. Schmitt, is the memorial stone in the parish cem- logical choice for where to inter him. etery where the bodies of the Rev. “Well, I would love to see him up Schmitt’s parents were laid to rest. there,” said Wiest. While their boy’s remains were unWith regard to burial, family claimed so far away, Henry and Mary wishes are the deciding factor, and (Kuennen) Schmitt were laid to rest the Rev. Schmitt does have surviving in the same community they had family in Dubuque. lived their whole lives. “It’s a valid reason,” conceded In 1946, a post of the American Stammeyer. Legion was formed in St. Lucas. Post While this final visit of the Rev. #691 is named the Aloysius Schmitt Schmitt back to St. Lucas will be too post after the young naval chaplain. short for many, it will afford a chance The post was able to put up a me- to remember the town’s most famous morial downtown, dedicated not only son. to all veterans but in particular to two “Chaplain Aloysius Schmitt has native sons who died with war. A sol- remained the favorite and cherished dier in Vietnam named James Kruse son of St. Luke Parish and comand the Rev. Schmitt are both noted munity and an inspiration to all the by name at the memorial. veterans who served from the comMelvin Bodensteiner, adjutant munity,” said Clair Blong. of the American Legion Post, Post

Chaplain Aloysius Schmitt, Hero Of Pearl Harbor Tell me a story about the sea Of seamen who served valiantly, Not just a tale of pirate plunder, Or one that reeks with blood and thunder. And here's the answer the captain gave, A story of one who died to save: In the dread, red dawn of December seven, Down on Pearl Harbor like vultures from heaven Swooped Japanese bombers with fire like sleet, Intent on destroying our Pacific Fleet. ‘Twas then that the mighty Oklahoma ship In the flaming harbor began to tip. In the hull of the boat were trapped seamen With the porthole the only escape for them. The valiant chaplain helped one by one To safety until the job was done; But as the twelfth man escaped alive, Inundating waters came to deprive The escape for him which to others he brought; And he in the sinking ship was caught. This is the story of Chaplain Schmitt-A grateful nation remembers it. It is a story from the sea Of one who died to set men free. On stone and bronze inscribe the story Of a great man who died in glory. — Poem by the Rev. Anthony W. Sigworth

In his naval dress uniform, the Rev. Aloysius Schmitt can be seen after entering the service.

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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Farm Safety Vital With Harvest Time Century, Heritage By Michael Hohenbrink Editor Leaves are turning, and the fields are ripening. The turn of the calendar’s pages means the hard work of farmers will pay off, but the arrival of harvest season also calls for increased vigilance. “This is one of the most dangerous times of the year for the farmer,” said Dan Neenan, director of the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS). The center is based on the Peosta campus of Northeast Iowa Community College. The danger comes from a number of factors. Farmers are using a lot of machinery and equipment, increasing their risk. They are also working “a lot of hours,” as Neenan put it. Tired, and with a lot more exposure to potentially hazardous items, it simply makes sense that, with greater risk, a greater number of accidents will result. Neenan noted that farm safety is important year round. Mistakes can happen at any time. Still, the presence of factors such as long hours and heavy utilization of equipment means farmers are indeed at higher risk during the harvest season.

It’s for that reason that annually a week in the second half of September, right around harvest time, is specifically recognized nationally for National Farm Safety Week. This year, the event will run Sept. 18-24. Neenan said that the mission of NECAS is to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities. For 2014, the last year for which figures were available, Neenan said 568 farming-related fatalities were recorded with 70,000 disabling injuries. Neenan called agriculture the most dangerous industry in the United States. Along with injuries to adults, 33 children are injured every day, and every three days, a child is killed in a farming accident. This time of year represents a particularly high risk to youth who often help with the harvest. Milking before school, being out in the fields and other activities familiar to farm youth can lead to serious injuries. In addition, non-farmers are also at risk during this time of year. One

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Area residents were recognized for Heritage Farms and Century Farms. To qualify, a family must have owned at least 40 acres for 100 years or more in the case of Century Farms and 150 years or more for a Heritage Farm. Residents from Winneshiek County honored for Heritage Farms include: Matthew Amundson, Decorah, Kenneth and Janet Bullerman, Calmar, John and Mary Hegg, Decorah, and Larry and Margaret Miller,

Decorah. Residents from Winneshiek County honored for Century Farms include: Carol Coleen Bergan, Decorah, Judith L. Busch, Ossian, James H. and Shirley A. Casterton, Decorah, Patrick and Mary Donovan, Ridgeway, Gene and Ann Elsbernd, Fort Atkinson, Roger Anthony Gerleman, Calmar, Alice and LaVerne Hageman, Fort Atkinson, Bradley Jon Peterson, Decorah, and Delbert and Kathy Smith, Decorah.

major cause of accidents comes from the presence of farm machinery on the roads. With a piece of farm equipment going 12-16 mph, a vehicle coming along at 55 mph is going to come up on that piece of equipment quickly, Neenan explained. Blind intersections due to the presence of tall crops in the fields can also lead to injuries. As such, it’s important to take precautions. “Now is the time to be checking that equipment,” said Neenan. For more information on NECAS and National Farm Safety and Health Week, go to www.necasag.org/

Briefs Legion Auxiliary Meeting Unit 672 of the American Legion Auxiliary will be hosting the Fall County Meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 20, at the Community Center in Fort Atkinson. Registration is at 5 p.m., and the meeting is at 5:30 p.m.

Blood Drives Blood drives have been set for the following area locations: Decorah: Thursday, Sept. 22, from noon to 5:30 p.m. at Stone Ridge Community Church, 1111 Montgomery St. Decorah: Friday, Sept. 23, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Winneshiek Medical Center on the lower level of the medical center. Fort Atkinson: Monday, Oct. 17, from 1 to 5:30 p.m. at the Fort Atkinson Community Center Calmar: Friday, Oct. 21, from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Calmar Lutheran Church, 200 N. East St.

BLACKSMITH Century Farm honors have gone to the Busch family of Ossian. Photos courtesy Iowa Department of Agriculture

Rendezvous Days 5K A 5K Run/Walk in conjunction with Rendezvous Days is set for Saturday, Sept. 24, at 8:30 a.m.

Oktoberfest Celebration The former blacksmith and welding shop owned by the Hauer family in St. Lucas is coming back to life. Century Farm honors have gone to the Donovan family of Ridgeway.

The St. Lucas Oktoberfest celebration is set for Sunday, Sept. 25. Dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and there will be an open house at the GermanAmerican Museum in the afternoon with refreshments.

Ossian Lutheran Dinner Ossian Lutheran Church will host a dinner Sunday, Sept. 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lawler Library EAGLE Program Century Farm honors have gone to the Elsbernd family of Fort Atkinson. LEFT: Clair Blong talks about the blower that still needs to be installed as the historical society works to get the old blacksmith shop operational. RIGHT: Horseshoes hang in the old blacksmith shop. Stammeyer remembers the daily drama of getting horses shod, part of the ritual of life in a small town. Even after the automobile caught on, the Hauer business remained, handling the small metal projects that farmers and residents needed doing. The business continued into the 1990s before Edmund called it quits. After the death of Edmund, the Hauer family donated the historic blacksmith shop to the historical society in order to preserve the building and the history. The shop is carefully being restored and will be open to the public in the future. “We’re restoring it,” said Clair Blong, president of the historical society. According to Blong, the historical society is in the process of putting a

new roof on the shop. The entire chimney and forge area have been rebuilt. Mud and debris left by flooding have been removed, and a couple of overhanging trees have been taken out. Now, installation of a blower to make the shop fully operational is needed. The next phase of the restoration will be putting in lighting. Already the shop has been repainted back to its original rust red color. The goal is to put the shop into service in giving educational demonstrations. So once again, the fire will burn in the little shop. Visitors will see the red hot metal. And life will once again fill the little shop that served the town for so long.

Symphony Sampler Fundraiser The Oneota Valley Community Orchestra will be holding its inaugural Symphony Sampler, an elegant evening of fine music, food and drink on Friday, Sept. 30, at 6:30 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church located at 701 Iowa Ave. in Decorah.

Though it's a bit rusty, the care that went into this old furnace, built in 1887, is still evident.

Century Farm honors have gone to the Gerleman family of Calmar.

RENDEZVOUS DAYS He credited the people working to keep it going who believe it is important for the younger generation to witness what life was like in the 1840s. “It’s a living history event,” said Franzen. The nature of the event is something special. What is learned includes lessons “you can’t learn from a book because it’s real life,” noted Franzen. Pioneer life in Iowa has been made vivid over the years since then as men and women dressed in period costume show off early firearms, powder horns, tomahawks, knives and early skills to visitors. A Conestoga wagon will also be on display that was pulled by oxen and

used to haul supplies out west. This year’s celebration will mark four decades of the event. Kicking off this year’s celebration will be a cannon drill at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 24. In commemoration, souvenir medallions featuring the “Fallen Comrades” design, created by Fort Atkinson artist LuAnne Becker, will be available for purchase. Schedule: Saturday: 9:30 a.m. Fort opens to the public. Activities throughout the day include Cannon drill Open shooting in the quarry Flint & steel contest Primitive bow shoot

The Lawler Public Library will host an EAGLE Program Monday, Sept. 26, at 4:30 p.m. The book will be "The Seals on the Bus" by Lenny Hart; there will also be activities and crafts. This free program is intended for children ages 3-5 and their parents. Siblings are welcome to attend with their families.

St. Aloysius Chicken Dinner St. Aloysius Catholic Church will host a chicken dinner Sunday, Oct. 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

1840s kids games Anvil shoot Cooking contest judging Melodrama Bullwhip contest 4:30 p.m. Fort closes to the public Sunday: 9:00 a.m. Fort re-opens to the public. Activities throughout the day resume including Skillet throw Kid’s tomahawk throw Cannon drill Melodrama 1840s kids games Anvil shoot 3:45 p.m. Fort closes to the public

Autism Group Speaker The NE Iowa Autism Support Group will host guest speaker KJ Rebarcak Thursday, Oct. 13, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Spillville Public Library, 201 Oak St.

Century Farm honors have gone to the Hageman family of Fort Atkinson.

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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

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South Winn Junior Jaysn Raddatz is this week’s South Winneshiek Student of the Week. Jaysn is the son of Curtis Raddatz. He is a spirited and inquisitive student who adds to the positive student environment at South Winneshiek with his great attitude. He is currently an active member of the High School Student Government and participates RADD RA RADDATZ DDAT ATZ Z in FTC. Jaysn is in the South Winneshiek Marching/Concert Band and is a percussionist. He is also in his first year of Choir. He enjoys hanging out with friends and the card game known as Magic: The Gathering. He is involved in the musical in the Fall and the school play in the Spring. “Jaysn knows how to keep a teacher on their toes and I appreciate him very much for that,” said Glenna Munuswamy. “He adds to the positive student environment at South Winneshiek with his great attitude.”

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TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL CHRIS SULLIVAN Position: Physical Education instructor Education: Bachelor of Arts degree from Upper Iowa University in Physical Education Health and Coaching Professional Experience: Beginning his fourth year as an instructor, he serves in the same capacity at St. Joseph in New Hampton and Immaculate Conception at Charles City. In addition to teaching, Chris is the head basketball coach at Turkey Valley as well as the assistant baseball and football coach at TV. Personal Information: When he isn’t coaching and teaching, Chris enjoys spending time outdoors, visiting with family and friends and participating in a good number of various sports and activities.

DE SALES TONYA VAGTS Position: Middle school (6th, 7th and 8th) math, grammar and vocab, 3rd grade math and middle school art Education: Graduated from UNI this past May with a B.A. degree in Elementary Education along with a reading and math endorsement. Professional Experience: This is my first year teaching full time. Personal Information: I am married to Alex Vagts. I graduated from South Winn. RUTH COX Position: Paraeducator Education: B.A. in Early Childhood/Elementary Education Professional Experience: Worked at several Early Childhood centers, as

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well as preschool settings. I have 20 years experience working with young children. Personal Information: My husband, John, and I have 2 beautiful children, Mason (9) and Payton (6). We reside in Spillville. MICHELLE VONACHEN Position: 6th grade teacher Education: B.A. from Loras College Professional Experience: Graduated last December and worked as a paraprofessional at the Ossian De Sales Preschool the remainder of the school year, and worked at the Child Care Center during the summer. Personal Information: From Glen Ellyn, Ill.; recently engaged to Chanse Buddenberg. TINA BODENSTEINER Position: Preschool Paraeducator Education: AAS degree from Kirkwood Community College in Parks and Natural Resources and a B.S. degree from Upper Iowa University in Conservation Management Professional Experience: Worked as a preschool paraeducator at North Fayette Valley. Personal Information: She lives in Clermont with her husband, Jim, and her children, Ben and Madeline. MARK WININGS Position: Physical Education to PreK-4 at De Sales. Education: Received his B.A. from Luther College. Professional Experience: Mark has been teaching at CFS for 12 years. Personal Information: He lives in Festina with his wife and four children. HELENE PETERS Position: Part-time cook in the hot lunch program

College Student Found Dead In River Police are trying to determine just what happened to a college student who was found dead in the Upper Iowa River. The body of Bjorn Norderhaug, 21, was found Sunday morning after the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office received a report at 9:32 a.m. of a body near Clay Hill Road outside of Decorah. Norderhaug was last seen alive after leaving a bar at around 1:50 a.m.

Saturday. At 6:30 p.m., a missing person report was filed with the Decorah Police Department. At approximately 7:30 a.m., Decorah Police, the Decorah Fire Department and Luther College staff conducted a search along the Upper Iowa River. Following the call to the sheriff’s office, rescue crews with the Decorah Fire Department and the Winneshiek Medical Center Ambulance

were able to recover the body from the river. The sheriff’s office, with the assistance of the Winneshiek County Medical Examiner’s Office, was able to determine the identity as Norderhaug. The incident remains under investigation. "The Luther community is devastated by this loss and continues to pray for Bjorn's family,” said Luther President Paula Carlson.

Orchestra Getting Ready The Oneota Valley Community Orchestra will perform at Decorah High School Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m. Shown here, Karen Balk (center), of Lawler, practices with the orchestra. Photo courtesy Craig Hultgren

Thank you Thanks to everyone for the cards, gifts, love and best wishes for our 50th wedding anniversary. You made our day extra special. Thanks also for the many people who came to help clean up the Inwood ballroom so we could have our party there. Your efforts are much appreciated. Thanks to our children for planning and putting on the party for us. It was a beautiful day for us, and we love you for it.

Roger and Carol Riehle

Thank You Thank you to our family and friends for all the kindness shown to us on our 60th wedding anniversary. Thanks also for the gifts, flowers, and cards that made it very special.

Francis and JoAnn Wenthold

Calmar Library Will Close Temporarily Calmar Public Library will be closed during the week of Sept. 26 to Oct. 1 during the upcoming renovation project taking place that week, including installation of new carpet tiles and new paint throughout the library. The library should be closed for just one week during this process; however, should more time be required to finish, the library would remain closed until completion of the renovation, perhaps for the first few days of October. Signs will be posted at the library during the closure. Please check the front door entrance for further updates during the week of renovation.

Boer Goat Exhibitors Win Big Ribbons and banners were awarded at the Boer Goat Show at the 2016 Iowa State Fair. Among winners was Sydney Klimesh, Calmar, who took: Open Market Whether 2, second place; Open Market Whether 3, first place; Champion Open Market Wether and Grand Champion Market Goat.

4-H Crowns Top Dogs Youth from across the state competed in the 4-H Dog Show held Aug. 21 at the 2016 Iowa State Fair. Dogs were judged in two divisions: obedience and handling. Among winners was Kaylee Knight, of Winneshiek County, who took Reserve Champion Rally Senior.

Area 4-H Events Sept. 20, Extension Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Oct. 3, 4-H Youth Development Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Oct. 10, IDALS testing, 10 a.m., Extension Office, Decorah; Extension Council Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Oct. 11, De Sales Clover Kids, 3:30 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Oct. 13, 4-H Youth Development Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Oct. 18, Extension Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Oct. 19, Roadside, Forest, Aquatic Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette; Roadside, Forest, Aquatic Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Decorah Oct. 24, EAGLE Library Program – Rhyming Dust Bunnies, 4:30 p.m., Lawler Public Library Oct. 27, Mosquito & Public Health Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Decorah; Mosquito & Public Health Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette

Fort Atkinson City Museum Holding Open Hours During Rendezvous Days, the Fort Atkinson City Museum will be open. The museum is located next to the community center and will be open Saturday, Sept. 24, and Sunday, Sept. 25, from noon to 4 p.m. with free admission.

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Apples Are Versatile Apples may help keep the doctor away, but they also are great to eat and cook with. Apples freeze well. My sister vouches that this method works well. To eight cups of water add 2 tablespoons of salt. Stir to dissolve. Cut up your apples and put the slices into the water and salt mixture. Make sure water covers the apples. When ready to freeze and bag, drain the apples but do not rinse. Apple Cider Cupcakes and Brown Sugar Cinnamon Buttercream From Ashley B. Cupcakes: 2 eggs 1 2/3 cup all purpose flour 1 cup apple cider 2/3 cup of sugar 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon vanilla Frosting: 1 cup softened butter 3 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup light brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla Cupcakes: Cream together butter and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix until fully incorporated. Whisk together all of the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Add the apple cider and the mixture of dry ingredients, alternating between the two, slowly incorporating them into the butter/sugar/egg mixture. Line standard muffin cupcake tin with paper or foil liners. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake at 350 degrees for 17-19 minutes. Bake until toothpick or skewer inserted into center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting. Frosting: Whip butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla together with a mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until incorporated. Add milk until you reach desired consistency. Transfer to piping bag and frost each cupcake once they have cooled. Garnish with an apple slice, if desired. The following three recipes come from Pinterest. Pecan-Caramel Cheesecake Dip 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 2 ounces (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4 cup caramel sauce, divided 1/3 cup powdered sugar 1/3 cup vanilla instant pudding mix (about half of a 5.1-oz package)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup toasted pecans 1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips Start with pecans that have been toasted in an oven at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Once they cool, coarsely chop them with a large sharp knife until they’re in small pieces. Combine the room temperature cream cheese and butter in a large mixing bowl. Mix until they’re light and fluffy. Add 1/2 cup of the caramel sauce. (The remaining 1/4 cup will be used for decoration on top.) Beat everything together until smooth. Next add the powdered sugar and pudding mix and add your ground cinnamon and vanilla extract to the bowl as well. Mix everything together on medium speed until fluffy and creamy and a lovely pale caramel color. Add the miniature chocolate chips and all but a handful of the chopped pecans. Stir everything together by hand until it’s wellmixed. Scoop the Pecan-Caramel Cheesecake Dip into a bowl and top with extra caramel sauce and remaining chopped pecans. Caramel Apple Taquitos 12 flour tortillas 5 oz. caramel sauce 20 oz. can apple pie filling 1/4 cup melted butter 1/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9×13 inch dish and set aside. Combine sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg in a shallow dish and mix well. Set aside. Chop pie filling into small pieces. Microwave tortillas for 20 seconds to soften and spread tortilla with thin layer of caramel sauce down the middle. Cover caramel with diced apple filling. Roll tortilla and place in prepared dish. Brush with butter and sprinkle with sugar mixture. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden and bubbling on ends. Baked Honeycrisp Apples 4 Honeycrisp apples 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 4 tablespoons butter Creamy caramel sauce (optional) Vanilla ice cream (optional)

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mon, cranberries and walnuts (using a spoon or fork) until blended. Stuff each apple with 1/4 of brown sugar mixture. Place apples in a deep baking dish, topping each apple with 1 tablespoon butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Pour about 1/2 inch of water into the baking pan around the apples and bake for 50-60 minutes, until apples are tender. Serve warm, topped with caramel sauce drizzled on top of each apple, if desired. Also excellent served with vanilla or butter pecan ice cream. Crock Pot Apple Pudding Cake From Taste of Home 2 cups all purpose flour 2/3 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter, cold 1 cup milk 4 apples, peeled and diced (I used Gala Apples) 1 1/2 cups orange juice 1/2 cup honey 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 teaspoon cinnamon Combine the flour, 2/3 cup sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Cut the butter into the mixture until you have coarse crumbs. Stir the milk into the crumbs just until moistened. Grease the bottom and sides of a 4 or 5 qt. crock pot. Spoon the batter into the bottom of the crock pot and spread out evenly. Place the diced apples over the batter evenly. In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the orange juice, honey, melted butter, remaining sugar and cinnamon. Pour over the apples. Place a clean kitchen towel over the opening of the crock pot; place the lid on. This keeps condensation from the lid from going into the crock pot. Set the crock pot on high and cook 2 to 3 hours until apples are tender. Serve warm. Till next time, apples always make a great snack!

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice approximately 1/3 off of the top of the apples and scoop out the core, leaving a well in the center. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, cinna-

School Lunch Menus South Winn CSD

Lettuce, Tomatoes, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice, Grapes

Monday, September 26 Brkfst: Egg Omelet & Toast Lunch: Salisbury Steak, 1 WG Bread, (9-12) 2 sl., Scalloped Potatoes, Fresh Carrots, Apple

Thursday, September 29 Brkfst: Breakfast Wrap Lunch: WG Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Carrot Sticks, Cinnamon Apple Slices

Tuesday, September 27 Brkfst: Breakfast Pizza Lunch: Mandarin Orange Chicken, WG Brown Rice, Fresh Broccoli & Cauliflower, WG Roll, Applesauce

Friday, September 30 Brkfst: Muffin Lunch: Turkey & Cheese Wrap, Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Graham Crackers, Watermelon

Wednesday, September 28 Brkfst: Sausage Pancake Stick Lunch: NEW Turkey Burger, WG Bun, R. Lettuce (Topping), Sweet Potato, Baked Beans, Mixed Fruit/Peaches

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Thursday, September 29 Brkfst: UBR Lunch: Taco Salad, Chips, Lettuce, Tomato & Cheese, Cuban Corn & Black Bean Salsa, WG Bread K-8 (1 slice), Pears Friday, September 30 Brkfst: Muffin Lunch: Chicken Alfredo, Green Beans, Romaine Lettuce, (6-12) D. Roll, Mandarin Oranges, Sidekick

Turkey Valley CSD Monday, September 26 Brkfst: Egg Patty & Toast Lunch: Cheeseburger on WB, Potato Wedges, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, Pears Tuesday, September 27 Brkfst: Cereal & Toast Lunch: Chicken Alfredo on WG Noodles, Breadstick, Broccoli, Orange Wedges Wednesday, September 28 Brkfst: Breakfast Pizza Lunch: Hard-shell Taco, Cheese, Romaine

Monday, September 26 Brkfst: BR Pizza, OJ, Yogurt Lunch: Goulash, Green Beans, Peaches Tuesday, September 27 Brkfst: Muffins, Fruit, Yogurt Lunch: Sloppy Joes on WG Bun, Peas, Pears Wednesday, September 28 Brkfst: Sausage, Toast, OJ, Yogurt Lunch: Tacos on WG Shells, Corn, Applesauce Thursday, September 29 Brkfst: Breakfast Cookie, Fruit, Yogurt Lunch: Breaded Pork Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Fruit Friday, September 30 Brkfst: Cereal, Toast, OJ, Yogurt Lunch: Mini Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Fresh Fruit

Trinity Catholic School Monday, September 26 Lunch: Chicken Patty, WG Bun, Cheese Slice, Sliced Peppers, Cucumbers, Apple Slices

Tuesday, September 27 Lunch: Macaroni & Cheese, Ham Patty, Peas, Baby Carrots, Kiwi, Pineapple Wednesday, September 28 Lunch: Nacho Bites, Refried Beans, Broccoli, Mandarin Oranges, Chocolate Cupcake Thursday, September 29 Lunch: Beef & Bean Nachos, WG Chips, Mixed Greens, Broccoli, Cowboy Salsa, Fruit Snacks, Pears Friday, September 30 Lunch: Sub Sandwich, Ham/Turkey, Mixed Greens, Onion, Tomato Slices, Melon, WG Chips

CFS Catholic School Monday, September 26 Lunch: Ham & Cheese on WG Bun, Sauteed Summer Squash, Bananas/ Peaches Tuesday, September 27 Lunch: Beef Lasagna, Mixed Greens/ Tomatoes, Peas, Pears/Applesauce, WG Breadstick Wednesday, September 28 Lunch: WG Beef & Bean Enchilada, Green & Red Pepper Slices, “Hawkeye” Salad, Banana/Mixed Fruit

NICC Hosting Work-Based Learning Conference Northeast Iowa Community College will host a Work-Based Learning Conference Oct. 11. The conference will be held at the Calmar campus in the Wilder Business Center from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The conference is designed to inspire educators and businesses to engage in work-based learning activities and by providing tools to begin or expand programming. Work-based learning includes a variety of activities such as job shadows, classroom projects involving business partners and internships. The conference features keynote speaker David L. Gould, administrator at the Belin-Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development and creator of the University of Iowa Life Design class. Jeremy Varner, division administrator for the Iowa Department of Education’s Division of Community Colleges and Workforce Prepara-

Church Hosting Bible Study An adult Bible study, "Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible,” will take place at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Lawler for seven sessions. Author and theologian Jeff Cavins uses a combination of videos, discussion and his signature "Bible Time

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Line" learning experience to help you better understand the Bible. The event takes place in the Gold Room from 5:45 to 8 p.m., with a break for refreshments. Dates are Wednesday, Sept. 21, Nov. 16, Dec. 7, Jan. 11, Feb. 15 and March 8.

FSA Notifying Producers About Emergency Assistance The Winneshiek County Farm Service Agency is asking producers to visit the local office to report any flood damage. Damage includes terrace washouts, flood debris and deposits on cropland, leveling and shaping, tile outlets and other damage to eligible conservation practices. Nov. 8 is the sign-up deadline under the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP). Damage must be reported and inspected prior to start-

ing repairs to remain eligible for assistance. If eligible, producers could receive cost share assistance up to seventy-five percent of the total cost of repairs. Producers who feel they have suffered a qualifying loss are encouraged to file an application for the 2016 ECP. Contact the Winneshiek County FSA Office at 563-382-8777, ext. 2 for more information regarding ECP or visit the office.

Betty Best Betty Best, 73, of St. Lucas, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016, at the Ossian Senior Hospice in Ossian. Mass of Christian Burial was planned for St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 16. Arrangements are being handled by Schluter-Balik Funeral Home. Betty Jean (Brincks) Best was born Feb. 7, 1943, the daughter of BETTY BEST Anton and Mathilda (Kipp) Brincks, near Festina. She graduated from St. Francis de Sales High School in 1961. After high school, Betty worked as a cook at Frederick’s Restaurant in Decorah. She married Henry Best on June 30, 1962, at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Ossian. Together, they farmed north of St. Lucas from 1962 until 2010. Their son, Richard, joined them in 1983. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading and quilting. Betty loved to travel, make jellies and spend time 1943-2016 with her grandchildren. Betty is survived by her husServices: band, Henry Best, of Waucoma; 10:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 16 four children: Richard (Barb) Best, St. Luke Catholic Church, Waucoma, Dennis (Joan) Best, Fort St. Lucas Atkinson, Cheryl (Brian) DeMaris, Robins, and Linda (Todd) Smith, Arrangements by: Rochester, Minn.; nine grandchilSchluter-Balik Funeral Home dren: Amy (Aaron) Zeigler, Dr. Amanda (Dr. Brian) Breviu, Adam (Jena) Best, Levi Best, Izaack Best, Jacob DeMaris, Zachary DeMaris, Alex Smith and Eric Smith; two greatgrandchildren: Drake Zeigler and Natalie Zeigler; her brothers and sisters: Arlene Lansing, Waukon, Kathy (Ron) Walz, Highland Park, Ill., Mary Ann Martin, Waucoma, Jerry (Jeanne) Brincks, Decorah, James (Elaine) Brincks, Harvard, Jean (Gerald) Tieskoetter, Ocala, Fla., Tony (Marilyn) Brincks, Ossian, and Donald (Joyce) Brincks, Ossian, along with many nieces and nephews and her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Chuck (Doris) Frana, Calmar, Helen Jirak, St. Lucas, Francis (Sue) Best, Fort Atkinson, Victor (Mary) Croatt, St. Lucas, and Barbara Spitzer, Wheeling, Ill. Betty was preceded in death by her parents: Anton and Mathilda Brincks; her father-in-law and mother-in-law: Frank and Emily Best; two brothers: Virgil and Gervase Brincks and three brothers-in-law: Lawrence Lansing, Harry Martin and Edward Jirak.

Cletus Elsbernd

Worship Schedule ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC Little Turkey Rev. Kyle Digmann No Weekend Mass BETHANY LUTHERAN Rural Ossian Sunday, September 25: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service CALMAR COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST

Calmar Rev. Linda Thompson Sunday, September 25: 9 a.m. Worship CALMAR LUTHERAN & SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN Rev. Phil Olson Sunday, September 25: 9 a.m. Calmar Worship 10:30 a.m. Springfield Worship HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC Protivin Rev. Kyle Digmann Thursday, September 22: 8:45 a.m. School Mass Sunday, September 25: 8:30 a.m. Mass LIVING HOPE BAPTIST Ossian Sunday, September 25: 9 a.m. Worship MT. CARMEL CATHOLIC Lawler Rev. Kyle Digmann Friday, September 23: 8:30 a.m. Mass Saturday, September 24: 4 p.m. Mass OSSIAN LUTHERAN

Ossian Rev. Dave Lenth Sunday, September 25: 8:30 a.m. Worship OUR LADY OF SEVEN DOLORS CATHOLIC Festina Rev. Robert Gross Saturday, September 24: 4 p.m. Mass ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC Calmar Rev. Robert Gross Sunday, September 25: 10 a.m. Mass ST. BENEDICT PARISH Decorah Reconciliation Saturday at 3:15 p.m. or by appointment Saturday, September 24: 4 p.m. Mass Sunday, September 25: 7:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. Mass ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC Ossian Rev. Robert Gross Sunday, September 25: 8 a.m. Mass

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Fort Atkinson Rev. Kyle Digmann Saturday, September 24: 5:45 p.m. Mass Tuesday, September 27: 8:30 a.m. Mass ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN, Stapleton Rural Waucoma Rev. Wayne T. & Irmagard Ellingson, Pastors Sunday, September 25: 9 a.m. Worship ST. LUKE'S CATHOLIC

St. Lucas Rev. Kyle Digmann Sunday, September 25: 10:30 a.m. Mass Wednesday, September 28: 8:30 a.m. Mass ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC Waucoma Rev. Kyle Digmann No Weekend Mass ST. PETER'S LUTHERAN Richfield Rural Sumner (8 miles SW of Waucoma) Rev. Wayne T. & Rev. Irmagard Ellingson Sunday, September 25: 10:30 a.m. Worship ST. WENCESLAUS CATHOLIC

Cletus Elsbernd, 94, of Calmar, died peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016, at the Ossian Senior Hospice. Mass of Christian Burial was planned for 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 17, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 304 South Maryville St., Calmar, with the Rev. Robert Gross presiding with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation was planned from 3 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, at the Schluter– Balik Funeral Home, French Chapel, 202 South Washington St., in Calmar and also after 9:30 a.m. at the church on Saturday morning.

Thursday, September 29 Lunch: WG Hamburger Pizza, Red Pepper/ Celery, California Blend Veggies, Fruit Snack/Mixed Fruit Friday, September 30 Lunch: Chili w/WG Crackers, Carrot Salad, Green Apple/Pineapple, WG Tea Roll, Butterscotch Dessert

tion, will explain new Iowa Career and Technical Education legislation and how work-based learning is a key component to career planning for Iowa’s students. Other sessions will feature students, teachers and businesses discussing their involvement in workbased learning. The agenda concludes with a presentation addressing liability and the legal aspects of work-based learning in Iowa. Information regarding Iowa STEM and Elevate Iowa will be available throughout the day, and all attendees receive the Career Learning Link Handbook, a resource on tips, tools and best practices for implementing work-based learning. To register for the Work-Based Learning Conference, visit www. nicc.edu/careerlearninglink. Questions regarding the conference can be directed to Gena Gesing, director of Career and Intermediary Programs, at gesingg@nicc.edu.

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Spillville Rev. Robert Gross Saturday, September 24: 6 p.m. Mass STAVANGER LUTHERAN Ossian Sunday, September 25: 10 a.m. Worship TRINITY LUTHERAN Calmar Rev. Jesse DeDeyne redeemertrinity.com Sunday, September 25: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service ZION LUTHERAN

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Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Opinion

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Editorial

Close to Home By Michael Hohenbrink Editor

Mastering Old Technology At home on a recent Saturday morning, the thought entered my head that I could listen to some music. After a hard week, relaxing on the couch and listening to Benny Goodman, Les Brown and other Big Band greats held some appeal to me. My wife, a devotee of secondhand shops, is forever finding little treasures. As a result I had a new-to-me addition to my collection in the form of the masters. So, on a Saturday morning, before breaking my fast with bacon and eggs and that wonderful black nectar of the gods, I dared entertain the thought of some quality time with musical maestros who understood the value of a fedora, words that actually rhyme and lyrics that actually make sense. In pursuit of that endeavor, I asked one of the twins to bring me the cassette tape from the dining room table. “What’s that?” he asked. We then went back and forth as I tried to explain what it looked like. After he held up something approximately 8 1/2 by 11, it was clear he had no idea what I was talking about. “It’s a generational difference,” my wife explained. With her help, said object was located. Then, the fun continued. Asking him to load in the tape proved to be…interesting. After he finally managed to locate the stop/ eject button, and the tape deck was open, he had (I thought) successfully loaded it and needed only to shut it up, an action he kept trying to perform. We finally realized he had the

tape upside down. Then, after I had gotten him to hit the play button, came the task of explaining he needed to select the correct medium amongst phono/radio/tape. Then the power switch and then walking him through turning up the sound. The sounds of the Big Band era came forth. “80s technology,” he opined later. “Who needs it?” Need? Maybe not, but still I think he’s missing something. While he would be right were he to argue that the device isn’t an absolute necessity, that’s beside the point. Having this old stereo, tape deck and all, means I can enjoy finds such as those Big Band masters. That opens up a world of entertainment, a cheap one at that. So, those old skills do have some value and not simply for amusing us older folk who do know how to use them. Ideally, at some point he might discover a wider world of music. In the interest of that, I might next try to walk him through how to use a 45 on a record table. If nothing else, it might give him something fresh to insist to his peers as evidence that his parents are hopelessly over the hill, though it might also get him interested should he find records someday. John Denver, Tommy Dorsey, Chubby Checkers and the rest await. Having access to a wider range of talent than just what’s on the shelves now seems like a fair trade for his labors of a couple minutes. And that would seem to justify why “80s technology” might, just might, mind you, have the teeniest bit of value.

Letter to the Editor

Neighbors Helping Neighbors To the editor: We all receive political mail but one piece this week caught my attention. It read “Neighbors helping neighbors, that’s how I grew up.” It was for Jan Heikes and it struck me as a perfect summary of her attitude on life and not simply a political slogan. Heikes is running for State Senate after a lifetime of service and dedication to others. Growing up on her family farm in Kansas gave her a love for the land, community and a rural way of life. It is no coincidence that she and her family were drawn to NE Iowa and have called it home for three decades. She believes in the values and community spirit represented here and so backs small businesses, renewable energy and local, informed community policy and planning. Jan’s background is social work, focusing on mental health. A vulnerable group of citizens and their families in NE Iowa have already benefited from her dedication. She

has championed community-based apartments for the chronically mentally ill, affordable and accessible mental health care for Iowans and the preservation of our Medicaid. Her Des Moines lobbying and committee work began years ago as part of her job. Education? She is in favor of better access to pre-k education, more job training programs and also free access to our community colleges. How else can we build a stronger community and state if we do not first invest in our ‘neighbors’? Jan runs because she feels, after a lifetime of service, she can bring skills and experience to the State Senate. Her step forward is based on the best reasons possible, service to others and experience. “Neighbors helping neighbors” is her way of life and not a slogan alone and so she has my vote November 8. Kate Martinson Decorah

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Police Decision Needs Careful Scrutiny Recently the city of Calmar floated an idea which would eliminate its second police officer position. In theory, the move could save the citizens of Calmar money, however, those proposed savings shouldn't be rushed into until all of the idea's costs are known and until it weighs all of the pros and cons in the best interests of Calmar. All options should be on the table with this decision. While we aren’t advocating for it, if the idea would work with part of the department's staff, then perhaps the city should consider contracting all of its services with the sheriff's office. Should the idea truly be in Calmar's interest in eliminating one officer position, then Calmar ought to look at pursuing the idea in its entirety. Above all, the city should look out for its own interests. Is it worth it to save a few dollars to provide less community policing services? What type of workload will the lone officer have? Will he be the one responsible for enforcing all of the ordinances? What type of response time would the county have to respond to calls in Calmar when the officer is off duty? As presented so far, the move would see the city discontinue hiring a second officer for its own police department once its current junior officer accepts a job with the Winneshiek County Sheriff's Office, which is predicted to happen in the near future. With a bigger budget for salaries, an advantage that comes from having county tax rolls on which to draw from, the sheriff's office can pay its employees more. That is reality. What is also reality is that the

county will continue to poach junior staff to fill its own staffing needs, a situation the city has seen time and again. Short of greatly increasing police payroll, such poaching will not cease, and from the county's perspective, is logical. Small cities like Calmar find talent, pay for training at the police academy, and then field test recruits in their first months or years on the job. There is a lot for the county to like about that state of affairs. Smaller cities, like Calmar, go to the trouble to advertise and find potential recruits, pay their way through the academy and get them experience on the streets. The sheriff’s office, rather than going through that same set of headaches, gets new employees who are no longer green. It’s a winning situation for the county. It’s what is in the county’s best interests. The recent offer by Sheriff Dan Marx whereby the city would receive police protection via a county deputy (at Calmar’s expense) offers an intriguing way out of that cycle, a cycle that admittedly has Calmar at a disadvantage. Councilwoman Jeanie Kirkeberg has pointed out that the city would save on having to pay benefits with the new plan. The city would also see savings on training, radio equipment and the expense of a second patrol vehicle. Insurance, vacation pay, repair costs and equipment purchases would also go down. Those are all valid points, but if they make sense for one position, would they not also make sense when applied to both city police positions?

After These Messages The world runs on advertising. Not just newspapers, though I greatly appreciate our advertisers and the money that allows us to sell these papers at such reasonable subscription rates (renew today!). Pretty much anything that lots of people will look at inevitably ends up the target of advertisers. Billboards, bus stations, I hear there are even commercials on television. And when Wells Fargo isn’t busy committing fraud and identity theft on its customers, it’s dumping millions of dollars to have sports stadiums named after it. How much of our world runs on advertising? Consider this. Adblock Plus is selling ads to be shown through its software that, as its name implies, is supposed to block ads. Recently, the company launched an extension of its “Acceptable Ads Platform,” which allows websites to purchase advertisements from a preselected white list. Users with the Adblock Plus extension (who opt to have the white list turned on) will see those pre-selected ads upon visiting that particular site. The “Acceptable Ads Platform” has been around for a while, but Adblock Plus’s new service creates a new marketplace that streamlines the white-listing process. Everything about this situation is weird, starting with the Adblock Plus business model. Step 1. Give away free software to millions of internet users who don’t want to deal with ads. Step 2. Sell ads to those users. In a way it makes a kind of sense. Adblock Plus users aren’t its custom-

ers; they are the product. By establishing a user base, it has effectively secured the exclusive ability to advertise to a massive number of people. Advertisers have no option but to go through it. If that seems morally shady, that’s because it is. Let’s make no bones about it. This is a hair’s width away from straight up extortion. “Oh hey, nice website you’ve got here. Sure would be a shame if we gave tools to millions of people to visit your site without seeing your ads. But hey, if you pay us a little bit, we’ll let people see your ads.” It’s like a war profiteer selling body armor to one side of a conflict and armor piercing bullets to the other. That said, Adblock Plus becoming a self-proclaimed gatekeeper for advertising might still be the best outcome for everybody. Adblocking software didn’t just happen. It was a reaction to increasingly intrusive advertising practices. Gaudy ads that distracted from the content, elaborate animations that hogged memory and processing resources, full-screen overlays with miniscule close buttons forcing their way between you and the webpage you’re trying to look at. To say nothing of intrusive and unwelcome video, pop-ups and ads that tracked your web browsing habits. Advertising companies proved incapable of restraining themselves in their ever-escalating efforts for our attention. For millions of people, myself included, the willingness to support websites with our clicks be-

For its part, the county would enjoy having a deputy whose pay is largely being footed by someone else. That makes sense for the county. Before taking action, though, the city needs to make sure this is really in Calmar’s interests. Some important questions need to be asked before making this move. One key consideration includes whether a county deputy will adequately meet the city’s needs for enforcement of local ordinances. This has been an issue elsewhere. Having passed ordinances, would the city actually be able to enforce them under this new arrangement? Another important consideration involves the city of Ossian. Currently, Ossian contracts with Calmar for police protection. Ossian pays Calmar, helping Calmar balance its own books. Under the new arrangement, would Calmar be able to continue providing such protection to Ossian, and would it be worth Calmar’s expense to keep doing so? If it would not make sense under the new arrangement, Ossian should be notified. This is both in Ossian’s interests and in Calmar’s interests. While the arrangement proposed by the county could indeed end up making sense for Calmar, the arrangement needs careful scrutiny before any agreement is made. Widespread community input on the topic will be key as Calmar needs to make sure the arrangement is indeed what is best for Calmar. We trust the city council will make the right decision in the end.

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PUBLIC RECORDS: WINNESHIEK COUNTY AND FAYETTE COUNTY Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office Sept. 11 James Byrnes, 20, of New Albin, was arrested at 12:39 a.m. in Decorah and booked into the Winneshiek County Jail for operating while under the influence. Sept. 12 Kenneth Shimek, 48, of Fort Atkinson, was arrested at 8:10 p.m. in Fort Atkinson for failure to appear on a charge of assault causing injury and transported to the Winneshiek County Jail. Sept. 13 Gina Brincks, 38, of Ossian, was arrested at 3:30 p.m. on two warrants for probation violation and transported to the Winneshiek County Jail. Fayette County Sheriff’s Office Aug. 31 Abby Claire Green, 18, of Waterloo, was arrested on a warrant for theft in the fifth degree, a simple misdemeanor. Sept. 8 Deputies were called to the intersection of Highway 3 and Highway 187 in reference to a single-vehicle accident. Gerald Luckeroth, 90, of Oelwein, was traveling westbound on Highway 3 when he drove straight

through the roundabout intersection in his 2010 Dodge Caravan. Luckeroth struck two traffic signs and sustained approximately $1,500 in damage to his vehicle. No injuries were reported. Sept. 11 At 6:19 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a vehicle in the ditch and on its top at the entrance to Echo Valley Park. An investigation determined that Matthew Steven Point, of Fayette, was operating a 2007 Hyundai Sonata eastbound on Echo Valley Road when he lost control. The vehicle entered the east ditch and overturned onto the top. Point was not injured, and the vehicle was considered a total loss. Point was cited for failure to maintain control. Fayette County Court Civil City of Oelwein versus Daveys Doins, LLC, Waverly, motion to dismiss Dean Robert Lee Mohlis, Hawkeye, and Elizabeth Cohenour, Hawkeye, versus James Lee Mohlis, Sumner, motion for continuance Cory Monroe Johnson, West Union, and Erica A. Sams, Anamosa, petition filed State of Iowa Ex Rel versus Jacob

PUBLIC NOTICE City of Fort Atkinson OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF FORT ATKINSON REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 Present: Glass, Schroeder, P. Schmitt, Schneiter, K. Schmitt. Absent: None. Mayor Paul Herold called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Winneshiek County Sheriff, Dan Marx addressed Council in regards to coverage by the deputies. They currently respond to calls, but would not have the time to address Ordinances. Would recommend working with City/County Attorney, or maybe address Calmar Chief about a share with them. Rachelle Howe from Upper Explorerland discussed the upcoming availability for resubmitting the CDBG grant and asked how Council would like her to assist. Need to have DNR approval for the site before application is submitted. Paul Herold advised with the flooding, he feels we should wait and apply in April, 2017. Motion was made by Schneiter, seconded by Glass, to approve the building permit submitted by Ondrashek’s to place a manufactured home on their lot where the fire occurred. Greg Barta has measured out the lot, and they will set up on 32” blocks. Driveway will be towards alley. Mayor asked if they would please tear down the old garage once the house is in, and she advised she is hoping to. All Aye. Motion carried. Greg Barta gave his department report and discussed flood issues and cleanup, and ammonia issues. We are waiting to hear from FEMA yet before cleanup can occur. He is getting assistance on testing the ammonia and adjusting as needed. Mayor asked if he knew what ammonia levels were upstream and downstream to compare. Barta will check into. Motion by K. Schmitt, seconded by Schroeder, to approve the following consent items: August 3, 2016 council minutes, clerk’s reports, and monthly bills. All Aye. Carried. Motion was made by Glass, seconded by Schneiter, to approve proceeding to vacate the alley behind Jay Schwamman’s house, and send letters to all property owners along that alley to vacate the entire alley, keeping City easements. Amie Johansen and Paul Herold will put a letter together to all property owners along the alley to see the interest. Expenses of the Quit Claim deed and publication costs would need to passed on to each property owner. All Aye. Carried. Greg Barta advised we are just waiting for the bills to come in on the repairs from the lightning that hit the water tower. Motion was made by P. Schmitt, seconded by Glass, to approve a building permit submitted by Gossling. All Aye. Carried. Discussed setting a cleanup date in the ball park from flood damage. Herold advised we need to wait until FEMA comes in, and advised to just fix the road for now. Also discussed camping options for Rendezvous Days as the campground will not be available. Herold offered

his yard, talked about lower end of nursery, and above cemetery. Future Agenda items: Discuss police coverage with Calmar Police Chief. Glass made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Schroeder. Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Attest: City Clerk Mayor August 2016 Expenses Acentek-phone service ..........................239.83 Alliant – Electric ...................................1917.69 Baker & Taylor-books ............................121.37 Bank Iowa-hsa contribution ...................100.00 Bruening Rock - Rock..............................76.44 Cash – Library Postage .........................125.00 Christina Bodensteiner-reimburse ...........59.62 Country Livihng – Subscription ................32.07 Darin Barta-rental fee ..............................35.00 David Huinker – Computer ....................300.00 DEMCO – Supplies ...............................110.86 DNR-NPDES Fee ..................................210.00 Farmers Cooperative-Diesel..................131.58 Fauser – LP ...........................................744.41 Ft. Atkinson Rentals – Rental Fee ...........45.00 Franzen Sales & Services – Hardware, Repairs .....................................................394.06 Grassmasters – Dust Control ................279.00 Hach – Testing .......................................176.00 Hawkeye Sanitation – Garbage ...........2071.53 Hawkins – Supplies ...............................356.76 Hubers-Supplies ....................................323.22 IAMU – NISA billing ...............................207.86 John Deere-Supplies .............................303.32 Keystone Lab-lab fees .............................51.00 Lee’s Repair-Skidloader Rent................265.00 Oak Hill Cemetery – Mowing .................193.51 Mediacom-internet ...................................55.30 Mick Gage – Restroom Rentals.............236.00 OverDrive – Subscription.......................273.41 Post Office- Postage................................68.00 Reader’s Digest – Magazine ...................16.98 State Library of Iowa – EbscoHost Fee ..................................100.45 US Cell-Phones .....................................101.43 Wellmark-Health Insurance ...................394.24 July Payroll .........................................6,756.20 Fed/FICA Taxes ..................................1,567.41 IPERS ....................................................795.04 TOTAL ..............................................19,234.59 July 2016 Revenues General ...............................................6,066.22 Library Trust...............................................5.00 Museum .................................................250.00 Road Use Tax .............................................N/A Employee Benefits......................................N/A Emergency Levy .........................................N/A Local Option Tax .........................................N/A Debt Service ...............................................N/A Capitol Project ....................................1,242.64 Water ..................................................6,066.53 Sewer .................................................6,325.99 Total .................................................19,956.38 Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Douglas Mochal, Hazleton, decree or final support order Bacon Concrete, LLC versus Langreck, Inc., dismissed with prejudice Wells Fargo Bank, NA versus Abe A. Kurtz et al., petition filed Pennymac Loan Services, LLC versus Darleen Louise Espe et al., petition filed Maynard Savings Bank versus Richard Lawrence Espe, Jr. and Darleen Louise Espe, motion for continuance Jennifer Lynn Spragg and Taylor Kristen Roth versus Farm Bureau Property et al., dismissed with prejudice Artisan and Truckers versus John Adam Folsom, dismissed with prejudice Veridian Credit Union versus Jerry L. Forney, order for judgment B, E, Breina Rae Patterson and Brenda K. Scott versus Duane Howard Druecker and Hiemes Trucking, Inc., petition filed Midland Funding, LLC versus Roger Koecke, petition filed Louis Francis and Mary Lou Ann Roete versus Roger Joseph Roete, petition filed Small Claims Christopher Keith Molyneux, Fairbank, versus David Lee Staak, Westgate, order for judgment BankIowa, Independence, versus Anthony Edward Postel, order for judgment Capital One Bank USA, NA, address not listed, versus Kimberly Kay Melchert, Oelwein, order for judgment Gundersen Lutheran Admin Services Inc., La Crosse, Wis., versus Cody Allen Farr, Hawkeye, order for judgment H & R Accounts Inc., Moline, Ill., versus William James Newton, Coralville, order for judgment Gundersen Clinic LTD, La Crosse, Wis., versus Layne Ronald Upton, St. Lucas, order for judgment H & R Accounts Inc., Moline, Ill., versus Lori Kemp, West Union, order for judgment H & R Accounts Inc., Moline, Ill., versus Preston William and Tiffany Anfinson, Oelwein, order for judgment

Oelwein Dental Associates, Oelwein, versus Jamie John Logan, Oelwein, order for judgment Allan Enyart, West Union, versus Lee Charles Pape, West Union, motion for continuance Gundersen Clinic LTD, La Crosse, Wis., versus Chad Michael Wolfe, West Union, order for judgment Ronald and Vivian Crawford, Randalia, versus Lumber Liquidators, Marion, and Nguyen Enterprise, LLC, Palo, motion for continuance Pleggenkuhle Properties, Denver, versus Jessica Lynn Johnson, Oelwein, order for judgment Hertz Farm Management, Strawberry Point, versus Talana Boney, Clermont, dismissed without prejudice Veridian Credit Union, Waterloo, versus Tami Jo Buehneman, Oelwein, original notice Gundersen Lutheran Admin Services Inc., La Crosse, Wis., versus Holli Jean Vagts, West Union, original notice Tri-State Regional Ambulance, La Crosse, Wis., versus Tobias John and Shannon Katherine Bachtell, Arlington, original notice Gundersen Lutheran Admin Services Inc., La Crosse, Wis., versus Paul D. and Jennifer Kay Franzen, Elgin, original notice Norman Joseph Einck, West Union, versus Shawn Timothy Gardner, Waterloo, original notice H & R Accounts Inc., Moline, Ill., versus Sarah Lynn Johnson, Oelwein, original notice Traffic Charges Russel Lee Frederickson, Strawberry Point, dark window; Brian Edward Otdoerfer, Fort Dodge, failure to stop/yield, no valid license; Rolley Hiram Miller, West Union, no lamp/ flag on rear projecting load; Landon Michael Riley, Randalia, speeding; Logan Henry Blue, Hawkeye, use of electronic communication device; Matthew Raymond Stewart, Oelwein, no seatbelt; Mason Michael Lembke, Elgin, ATV on highway; Nathan Michael Williams, Hazleton, open container; Jordan Jeffrey Euans, Maynard, failure to stop/yield; Carrie Lee Baumgartner, Edgewood, speeding; Kassie Jo Billerbeck, Colesburg, speeding; Alex William Soderquist,

PUBLIC NOTICE Winneshiek County NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is given that quotes will be received for furnishing the Winneshiek County Road Department and the Winneshiek County Landfill with gasoline, diesel fuel, and propane for the period of November 1, 2016 through October 31, 2017. Quotes will be received until 9:00 a.m. CDT,

Monday, October 3, 2016, at the office of the County Engineer, Courthouse, 201 W Main St, Decorah, IA 52101. Proposal forms and specifications may be obtained from the County Engineer. Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, September 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE Land For Sale PUBLIC NOTICE LAND FOR SALE FOR SALE: WINNESHIEK COUNTY FARMLAND CAROLINE SCHILDMEYER, OWNER 40 acres, more or less, located in Springfield Township, located near the Washington Prairie Church, legally described as: The Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter, except the West 35 feet of the North 78 rods thereof, and the South 1 rod of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 13, Township 97 North, Range 8 West of the 5th P.M., in Winneshiek County, Iowa METHOD OF SALE: Submit written bids to the law office of Meyer, Lorentzen & Nelson, 101 ½ Water Street, P.O. Box 126, Decorah, Iowa 52101-0126, postmarked no later than October

21, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. Bids must be submitted for a lump sum amount (not per acre) and must contain the name, address, and telephone number of the bidder. The five (5) highest bidders will be notified of the date, time and place at which they will be given an opportunity to submit a higher bid. TERMS OF SALE: Successful bidder shall sign a Real Estate Contract and make a 20% down payment upon acceptance of their bid. Balance to be paid at closing. Sellers reserve the right to reject any and all bids. For more particulars of sale or viewing, contact Meyer, Lorentzen & Nelson, Andrew P. Nelson, at (563) 382-3647, or Caroline Schildmeyer at (563) 532-9421 Published in the Calmar Courier on September 20, 27, October 4 & 11, 2016

Hawkeye, speeding; Danielle Nicole Sharar, Waverly, no proof of liability; Shella Ann Oliver, Wadena, expired license; Kelli R. Lauer, West Union, failure to prove liability; Aaron Michael Swearingen, Westgate, possess/purchase under 21; Robert William Hudson, Ave Maria, Fla., no valid license; Quentin Dean Mensen, Manchester, speeding; Dillan John Schmerbach, Edgewood, speeding; Charles Patrick Cunningham, Hazleton, no seatbelt; Jeff Allan Gillespie, Fountain, Minn., no seatbelt; Charles Francis Fosselman, Waterloo, speeding; Jeffrey Jay Blue, West Union, speeding; Luis Fernando Rodriguez Uribe, Calmar, speeding; Emily Ruth Wiedow, West Union, no license; Jonathan Malina, Brooklyn, N.Y., speeding; Norman Joseph Einck, West Union, speeding; Seth James Brehm, Oelwein, no registration/plate; Ronald Dewain Crawford, Randalia, failure to yield; Dustin Lee Cole, Tripoli, speeding; Alec Zander Mark Hirsch, Oelwein, speeding; Fernando Vega Nava, Postville, no license; Edwin Dionicio Zamora, Postville, no license; Debra Marie Schmelzer, Ossian, speeding; Randy Gerard Wagner, Fort Atkinson, defective muffler; Daniel Robert Gilliam, Aurora, speeding; Cory Allen Huinker, Waukon, speeding; Steven Eric Gray, Hawkeye, speeding; Jared Kenneth Kent, Wadena, no seatbelt; James Dale Yearous, Arlington, no seatbelt; Allison Kimberly Ney, West Union, failure to maintain control; Lucas Jon Aske, Chesterfield, Mo., speeding; Todd Richard Christianson, Strawberry Point, registration violation; Joseph Leon Otremba, Shafer, Minn., speeding; Mark Leo Jencks, Hawkeye, no seatbelts; Robert Lloyd Conway III, Dike, no registration; Larissa Sue Louch, Oelwein, suspended license; Melissa Sue Newman, Oelwein, suspended license; Joshua Florian Franzen, West Union, driving with expired license; Christopher Allen Jones, Postville, expired license Criminal Thomas Clarence Hanson, Elgin, motion for continuance Justin Douglas Pattison, Sumner, motion for continuance Madison Elizabeth Zesiger, Ot-

Public Meetings Sept. 20 Commission of Veterans Affairs, 1:30 p.m., Winneshiek County Courthouse Pioneer Cemetery Commission, 7 p.m., Old Winneshiek County Jail Sept. 26 Fayette County Board of Supervisors, 9 a.m., Fayette County Courthouse Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors, 9:30 a.m., Second Floor – Winneshiek County Courthouse Oct. 3 Fayette County Board of Supervisors, 9 a.m., Fayette County Courthouse Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors, 9:30 a.m., Second Floor – Winneshiek County Courthouse Ossian City Council, 5 p.m. Calmar City Council, 5:30 p.m., Calmar Fire Department Lawler City Council, 7 p.m., Lawler City Hall Waucoma City Council, 8 p.m., Waucoma Community Center Oct. 4 Spillville City Council, 6 p.m., Spillville City Hall tumwa, motion for continuance Joseph Gene Daughton, Clermont, trial information, order for arraignment Roger Alan Dale, Independence, hearing for initial appeal, trial information, criminal complaint, order for arraignment Kenndon James Recker, Stanley, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appeal Dissolutions Petitioner Nicole Leann Bushman and Respondent Steven David Langreck, court decree – dissolution

PUBLIC NOTICE Winneshiek County OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 The Board of Supervisors met at 9:30 a.m. on September 6, 2016, with Logsdon, Thompson, and Kuhn present. Lee Bjerke, county Engineer, met with the Board to discuss flood damage, ongoing projects, and other road matters. Lora Friest, Director of NEIA RC&D, met with the Board to give an update on the Upper Iowa River Watershed Management Authority and their plan to hire a Coordinator. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to reappoint John Logsdon, Paul Nichols, and Dave Riha, to the Community Foundation Distribution Board. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to enter into contract with Brennan Construction for projects FM-CO96(135)-55-96 and L-13973-96, Bridges 138 and 138A on A14. Motion carried unanimously. Sheila Kobliska, Regional Coordinator for CSS, met with the Board to discuss the office move to the Spectrum facility and to discuss hiring a County Coordinator of Disability Services. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Kuhn to authorize the County’s Mental Health Services employees to relocate to the Spectrum facility leased by CSS as the County’s Mental Health

Service Center. Motion carried with Logsdon and Thompson voting aye and Kuhn abstaining. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to authorize CSS to proceed with the process of hiring a County Coordinator of Disability Services to be an employee of record of Winneshiek County and follow all of the County’s policies, with salary set by the CSS Board and all salary and benefit costs reimbursed to the County by CSS. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Kuhn to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes of the last meeting and to accept and file the Recorder’s monthly report. Motion carried unanimously. Andy Van Der Maaten, county Attorney, met with the Board to discuss county issues. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to cast the ballot for the IMWCA Board of Directors with votes for Kelly Kornegor, Cindy Gosse, Sara Kurovski, and Wanda Hemesath. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Kuhn to adjourn to 9:30 a.m. Monday, September 12, 2016. Motion carried unanimously. ATTEST Benjamin D Steines, County Auditor John Logsdon, Chairman Board of Supervisors Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, September 20, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE Turkey Valley Community School OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS TURKEY VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL JACKSON JUNCTION, IA 52171 The Turkey Valley School Board met in regular session on Monday, September 12, 2016. The meeting was held in the Elementary Media Center at Turkey Valley School, Jackson Junction, IA. Ernie Schmitt called the meeting to order at 7:00PM. The following Board Directors answered roll call: Leon Shatek, Brenda Mueterthies, Don Blazek Jr. and Ernie Schmitt. Jody Steinlage was absent. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to approve the agenda with the following request: pull out the open enrollments for discussion. Carried unanimously. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Leon Shatek to approve the consent agenda items. Board Minutes: Regular Meeting- August 8, 2016. Appointments: Football Cheer Coach for 2016-2017 season- Caroline Scheidel; Volunteer Volleyball Coach for 2016-2017 season Haley Vrzak; Volunteer Football Coach for 20162017 season- Justin Kime. Resignations: none Carried unanimously. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to approve open enrollments as presented. Carried Unanimously. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to approve the financial reports and bills. General Fund $111,289.58 Hot Lunch $27,469.65 Clearing $6,659.75, PPEL $2,286.10 Capital $294,657.35. Carried unanimously. The Pre-Employment Strategies (Senior Careers) students introduced themselves and observed the meeting. The Phase 3, Heating Project is almost complete. There will be a walk through and a punch list compiled. The project went very well. The final payment will be made when the punch list items are complete and all work is satisfactory. Kohlmeyers still need to put the caps on the pillars. At 7:15 PM the organizational meeting took place. Roll call was taken and the following board members were present: Don Blazek Jr., Ernie Schmitt, Leon Shatek and Brenda Mueterthies. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Don Blazek Jr. to nominate Ernie Schmitt as school board president. Yeas- Leon Shatek, Brenda Mueterthies, Don Blazek Jr. and Ernie Schmitt. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Ernie Schmitt to nominate Don Blazek Jr. as school board vice-president. Yeas - Leon Shatek, Brenda Mueterthies, Don Blazek Jr. and Ernie Schmitt. Schmitt and Blazek Jr. took the oath

of office as well as Janice Myers as business manager and Joan Busta as board secretary. A representative from Fehr Graham Engineering presented information in regards to the wastewater permit. Turkey Valley's permit is up for renewal. There are new rules and regulations that will need to be looked into so that we are in compliance. The board will need to look at all of the options for updating the wastewater system. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to have Fehr Graham help with comments for Turkey Valley's plan of action report. Carried unanimously. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to approve the purchase of additional technology so that each student in grades 3-12 has a Chromebook. Also approved for purchase were storage carts and ipads for lower grades. Total cost approved for new technology is $44,791.10. Carried unanimously. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to approve the CTE (Career and Technology Education Advisory Committee) as presented. Carried unanimously. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Don Blazek Jr. to approve the CSIAC (Comprehensive School Improvement Advisory Committee) as presented. Carried unanimously. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Brenda Mueterthies to approve the LAU plan as presented. This is our plan that explains how we will work with our English Language Learners. Carried unanimously. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Leon Shatek to approve the property, casualty, and liability insurance renewal as presented. Carried unanimously. Moved by Brenda Mueterthies and seconded by Don Blazek Jr. to approved $200,000.00 at 6% interest borrowed from the General Fund to the Capital. This amount is based on the approved projects being completed at this time. Carried unanimously. The kitchen has a kettle, stove and miscellaneous equipment that they would like to sell. Moved by Don Blazek Jr. and seconded by Leon Shatek to advertise these items and accept sealed bids. Carried unanimously. Ms. Knoll invited the board to join in the homecoming kickoff on Sunday September 18th. Congratulations to the homecoming court, Brooke Herold, Morgen Kuennen, Shelby Reicks, Wyatt Blazek, Garrison Kruse, and Walker Leibold. Congratulations to our coaches, student/athletes, and spectators on recognition by the state athletic governing bodies for their conduct during the 2015-16 school year. Some FFA students will get the chance to go to

the national convention in Indianapolis. Thank you to the staff for all that they do every day. Mrs. Pullman, our TLC Instructional Coach, will be engaging teachers in coaching cycles in the very near future. Mr. Jurrens asked Ms. Mattke about the students going to national convention. Turkey Valley will be sending 3 students. There is an application process to decide which students will attend the convention. These students will need to do some fundraising as the cost will be approx. $300-$350. each. Mr. Jurrens said that the board has done a great job in turning the district around. He shared information in regards to the amounts of various funds beginning balances and ending balances. He also shared a revenue/expense summary comparing this year and last year. The unspent balance amount has improved. The next regular school board meeting will be Monday, October 10, 2016 @ 7:00PM. Moved by Leon Shatek and seconded by Don Blazek Jr. to adjourn at 8:25PM. Carried unanimously. ATTEST President Secretary Turkey Valley Community School General Fund Artisan Ceiling Systems, Replacement Ceiling Tile .......................596.70 Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Inc, Books .197.39 Bodensteiner Implement Co, Mower Parts ...........................................31.30 Carquest Of New Hampton, Vehicle Maint Supplies .........................178.05 Carson-Dellosa, 7Th/8Th Language .......33.13 Casper Plbt & Htg Inc, Backflow Check/Rebuild Preventers .1,412.62 Claimaid, Billing Fee ..............................214.48 Come And Save Here, Inc., Fence Posts............................................43.90 Decorah Newspaper, The, Bus Driver Ads ........................................67.80 Demco, Laminate ..................................186.71 Discount School Supply, Preschool Supplies ...............................267.07 Dough & Joe, Llc, Prof Dev Supplies ...................................75.00 Fareway, Fcs Supplies ..............................2.99 Farmers Unions Co-Op, Fuel Barrels Gauges..........................1,794.25 Fastenal Company, Ind Tech Supplies ..479.25 Fayette County Union, Bus Driver Ads .. 111.00 Franzen Sales & Service, Mower Blades .........................................96.00 Goltz, Clark, Mileage .........................2,131.39 Gopher Sports Equipment, Pe - Rodgers ........................................584.33

Hawkeye Fire And Safety Company, Buses Extinguishers Inspected ...........................678.15 Hawkeye Rec, Electricity ....................2,956.94 Hd Supply Facilities Maintenance, Bldg Maintenance .................................161.70 Houghton Mifflin Company, Elem Books .......................................3,036.96 Howard's Tire & Repair, Tires .............2,796.00 Huber's Store Inc., Transp, Pd$, Bldg, Fcs .........................108.90 Iowa Communications Network, Network Services..................................723.48 John Deere Financial, Trimmer Line..........6.99 Kabel Business Services - Flex, Flex Charge ............................................51.60 Keith Oltrogge Cpa, Progress Billing Audit.........................2,000.00 Keystone Area Education, Instr Coach Seminar 7/18, 7/19 ............175.00 Kriener, Heidi, Mileage Lau Workshop ...26.60 Lakeshore Learning Materials, Kdgtn Carpet - Tvef ...........................1,138.49 Malcom Enterprises, Inc., Garbage .......112.50 Marco, Supply Freight Fee ......................25.00 Martin Bros. Distributing Co., Bldg Maintenance ..............................1,085.31 Marv Smith Electric, Plumbing & Heating, Services ...........1,188.26 Medical Enterprises, Inc., Alcohol Tests ..20.00 Mid-America Publishing Corp, Ads, Minutes Published ................................213.01 Napa Auto Parts, Vehicle Maint Supplies ...........................95.82 Nasco, 2Nd Gr Supplies ..........................28.28 New Hampton Comm. School Dist, Spec Ed Mileage ...............................1,383.48 New Hampton Tribune, Bus Driver Ad .....49.40 Northeast Iowa Community College, Bus Driver Inservice X 14 .....................375.00 Northeast Iowa Telephone Co, Diagnostic, Phone System, Bell ...........340.00 Paper Corporation, The, Paper Supplies .....................................117.96 Phonak Llc, Hearing Aid Batteries .........569.10 Premier Agendas, Inc., Hs Planners...1,361.50 Pro-Ed, Inc, Liii Supplies .........................95.70 Quill Corporation, Office Supplie ...........301.83 Rapid Printers, Parking Permits ..............75.00 Really Good Stuff, Fcs Supplies ..............97.73 Red Roxy Quilt Co, Sewing Machine Bulbs ...........................17.40 Riley's Inc., Shredder - Parts Unavailable .................50.00 Rochester 100 Inc., Elem Supplies .......120.00 Schmitt, April, Mileage ............................56.35 Scholastic, Elem Supplies .....................277.21 Scholastic, Elem Supplies .....................124.10 School Specialty, Class Record Books..262.50

Shiffler, Bldg Maint Supplies ..................121.67 Subscription Services Of America, Periodicals ..............................................90.95 Teacher Innovations, Inc, Planbook Software ...............................313.20 Testamerica Laboratories, Inc, Services..94.50 Thompson Truck & Trailer, Inc, Vehicle Maint Supplies .........................229.27 Time For Kids, 4Th Grade .....................124.88 Trinity Catholic School, Non-Public Textbooks Funds ................881.90 Unity School Bus Parts, Vehicle Maint Supplies .........................253.81 Visa, Pstge, Comp Parts, Library, Tlc Travel ...........................................1,443.95 Visa, Bkgrnd Chks, Postage ..................858.95 Vrzak, Gerald, Dot Physical ....................45.00 Vsetecka, Robyn, Kpec/ Hhmi Science - Pd$....................300.00 Wal-Mart, Nurses Supplies ....................244.93 Windstream, Phone Services ................332.96 Turkey Valley Ins Trust Acct, Work Comp, Liab, Property, Auto Ins75,147.00 Total ............................................... 111,289.58 Activity Fund Achenbach, Brent, Jv Fb ........................70.00 American Color Imaging, Football Pictures ...................................373.06 Anderson's, Homecoming Royalty Supplies.............247.12 Armel, Ray, Officiating V Fb ...................90.00 Ball, Kim, Physical Reimbursement 33 X $5.00 ...165.00 Beaver Creek Graphix, Libero Jerseys..515.21 Certiport, Gmetrix 10 Seat License .......590.75 Cresco Times-Plain Dealer, 9 Month Newspaper Renewal ................34.95 Decker Sporting Goods, Football Helmet Decals ........................133.75 Dilaura, Don, Officiating V Fb .................90.00 Gillette Group, The, Concession Pop ................................1,425.31 Gopher Sports Equipment, Clever Catch Ball School Set .................53.15 Harrod, Meghan, Refund /Tape Mount ...14.41 Huber's Store Inc., Concession Grocery .57.21 Iowa Girls Coaching Association, 2016-2017 Membership..........................75.00 Iowa High School Music Association, 20162017 Membership ..................................25.00 Iowa High School Speech Association, 20162017 Membership ..................................50.00 Jacobsen, Bob, Officiating V Fb ...........105.00 Jacobson, Andy, Officiating V Fb ............90.00 Keech, Kevin, Reimbursement Smart Extruder/Replicator ....................376.92 Leuenberger, Wendy,

Refund - Concession Supplies ...............20.98 Martin Bros. Distributing Co., Milk Machine/String Cheese .................641.54 Mccarville, Kelly, Jv Fb ...........................70.00 Mccarville, Kyle, Jv Fb ............................70.00 Neff Company, Varsity Letter Award Certificates (250) .......................174.37 New Hampton Tribune, School Subscription ................................30.00 Pankow, Jim, Jv Fb.................................70.00 Polashek Locker Service Inc., Brats/Beef Patties .................................730.72 Slifka, Rick, Officiating V Fb ...................90.00 Wilshire's Jewelry, Engraved Plaques ...180.30 Total ...................................................6,659.75 School Nutrition Fund Easton's Water Conditioning, Softener Salt/Rent ..................................45.00 Ems Detergent Service, Detergent ........214.70 Hanson, Bethany, Hot Lunch Refund ...225.00 Hometown Tv & Appliance, Timer For Kitchen Dryer .........................80.60 Martin Bros. Distributing Co., Food, Supplies...................................2,807.31 Marv Smith Electric, Plumbing & Heating, Repair .................245.49 Pan-O-Gold, Bread ................................221.34 Prairie Farms Dairy, Dairy .....................818.15 Presto-X Company, Pest Control.............33.77 Rapids, Equipment/Kettle .................22,630.03 Revtrak, Revtrak Fees ...............................9.03 Schmitt, Brian, Lunch Account Refund ...16.15 Sherwin-Williams, Paint .........................123.08 Total .................................................27,469.65 Ppel Fund Marco, Inc., Copier Lease ..................1,594.10 Visa-Credit Card, Commercial Grade Shredder 692.00 Total .................................................$2,286.10 Capital Fund A&J Associates Pc, Phase 3 Per Contract ...........................350.00 Casper Plbg & Htg Inc, Phase 3 Heating App #3 ................275,207.35 Brian Tank Masonry, Redo Pillars, Take Down Conrete, Extra Patching ..................19,100.00 Total .............................................$294,657.35 Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, September 20, 2016

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FARM REAL ESTATE FOR SALE The Cyril H. Bohr and Margaret E. Bohr real estate located at 208 Jessie Street, Ossian, Iowa, consisting of approximately 22 taxable tillable acres is for sale. The average CSR2 of the tillable ground is 74.7. Said real estate is legally described as follows: Lot 1 of 3 and Lot 1 of 1 of 1 of 2 of 3 of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter (NW¼ SE¼) of Section 10, Township 96 North, Range 8 West of the 5th P.M.; Lot 1 in Block 9, Lot 1 of 8, Lot 9, Lot 10, Lot 11, Lot 12 and Lot 13 of Block 5 of Brooks’ Western Addition to the Town of Ossian; all in the Town of Ossian, Winneshiek County, Iowa. The property shall be shown by appointment only by contacting:

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PUBLIC NOTICE City of Spillville OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF SPILLVILLE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2016 The Spillville City Council held the regular September meeting at the Spillville City Hall at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. Mayor Klimesh called the meeting to order with the following councilmen present Balik, Straube, and Wagner & Schmitt. Absent, VanHorn. Motion by Schmitt, second by Straube to approve items on the consent agenda as follows a. Approval of August 2016 meeting b. Claims c. City Finance Reports On roll call vote, Ayes; Balik, Straube, Wagner and Schmitt. Nays; none. Motion carried. Mayor Klimesh reported on flood clean up progress in the city. He discussed the National Flood Plain Insurance Program and how it works and what options there are for residents with homes in the flood plain and the impact for those with significant damage to their homes. The SBA will be in the community to offer low interest loans and the state has applications for a grant to help with damages for low income residents. He also extended gratitude to Sean Snyder, John Logsden and the area fire departments as well as other volunteers for their help during and after the flooding. Motion by Balik, second by Straube to suspend sewer and water payments for the seven homes most impacted by the flood. On roll call vote, Ayes; Balik, Straube, Wagner and Schmitt. Nays; none. Motion carried. Discussed the sale of a 20x20 former city utility site. Motion by Balik, second by Straube to set the public hearing regarding the sale of city property for September 20, 2016 at 6 p.m. On roll call vote, Ayes; Balik, Straube, Wagner and Schmitt. Nays; none. Motion carried. The Mayor recommended appointing Kris Timp to the Winneshiek Community Foundation Board. Motion by Straube, second by Wagner to accept the Mayors recommendation and appoint Kris Timp to the Winneshiek Community Foundation Board. On roll call vote, Ayes; Balik, Straube, Wagner and Schmitt. Nays; none. Motion carried.

The 2016 Street Finance Report was submitted for approval. Motion by Schmitt, second by Wagner to approve Resolution # 09-16-01 adopting the Street Finance Report as presented. On roll call vote, Ayes; Balik, Straube, Wagner and Schmitt. Nays; none. Motion carried. City Maintenance report included flood recovery efforts. Estimates of repair for the park and lagoon, sand removal, rebuilding the ball diamond, roads and campsite area. The new picnic shelter held up to the flood waters but needs to be completed. Discussed pricing and size of pump needed to keep the lagoon operational for this kind of event. We will be gathering more information on pumps before a decision is made. K&W Coatings will be coming soon to perform water tower maintenance. A funding request from NE IA Community Action was presented. The request died for lack of a motion. Calmar Fire Department 28E-tabled. The Spillville Community Picnic will be held Sunday afternoon, September 18. Calmar Fire Department 28E-tabled. Moved by Schmitt, seconded by Straube to adjourn. On roll call vote, Ayes; Balik, Straube, Wagner and Schmitt. Nays; none. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:34. Attest: Mayor, Michael T Klimesh Joane Kulish, City Clerk Claims Paid & Summary Of Receipts August 2016 Main Street Mini Mart, Fuel-Park Clean Up Supplies ............... -96.00 Marv Smith Electric, Lift Station & Fireworks.................... -1,766.85 Wennes Communications Stations, General-4Th Of July ........................... -350.00 Northeast Iowa Tree Service, Llc, General-Tree Removal ....................... -550.00 Larry Gieseke, Clocks-Souvenirs ........ -131.31 Bily Clocks Petty Cash, Postage, Supplies, Etc......................................... -90.03 Walmart Community Brc, Clocks-Supplies .................................... -86.36 Graphics, Inc., General-Publication ..... -180.00

Keystone, Water/ Sewer Testing............ -65.00 Idnr, Water Permit ................................ -210.00 Centurylink, General-Clocks-Telephone ................. -250.67 First National Bank, General-Library-Books ......................... -29.00 Mediacom, Clocks Internet Access........ -55.30 Fencl Oil & Lp Co., General-Clocks-Fuel........................... -290.00 Alliant, Ru-Streets-Electricity ............... -694.65 Alliant, General-Electricity ................... -480.27 Phillips, Larry J, Payroll .................... -1,187.55 Discover, Clocks Cc Fees.................... -267.58 Alliant, Water-Electricity ....................... -271.64 Alliant, Sewer-Electricity ...................... -245.67 Alliant, Clocks-Electricity ..................... -361.19 State Library Of Iowa, Library Database & E-Books .............. -101.35 Overdrive, Inc, Library E-Books........... -338.66 Huber's Store, Road Use Shop Supplies ..................... -10.38 Mid-America Publishing Corp., General Publishing ............................. -122.18 Ridgeway Lumber, General Park & Sidewalk Project ....... -146.51 Decorah Rental, General Sidewalk Project ..................... -36.50 Nmn, Clocks Museum Souvenirs .......... -50.20 Sherwin Williams, Clocks Repair & Maintenance .............. -99.46 Continental Art Craft, Clocks - Souvenirs.............................. -252.80 G&G Mfg. & Souvenirs, Clocks Souvenirs ................................ -229.35 St Wenceslaus Guild, Clocks Souvenirs .................................. -91.00 Shimek Sanitation, General Sanitation ........................... -2,763.10 Croell Redi-Mix Inc., General-Parks-Sidewalks ................... -867.50 Cheryl Novak, General 4Th Of July ....... -19.84 Winneshiek Co Emergency Management Agency, General-Flood Prevention .. -1,240.00 Naxos Of America Inc., Clocks Souvenirs ................................ -147.37 Beaver Creek Graphix, Clocks Souvenirs ................................ -151.20 Us Cellular, Sewer Phone...................... -95.88 Kluesner Construction, Inc, Special Revenue- Street Repair ...... -4,304.30

Main Street Mini Mart, General- Ru- W&S-Fuel & Supplies .... -278.97 Phillips, Larry J, Payroll .................... -1,126.97 Usa Bluebook, Water Supplies ............ -206.84 Graphics, Inc., Clocks-Books .............. -760.00 South Winn Area Community Group, General4th Of July Celebration ....... -2,650.00 Pecinovsky, Michael, Payroll ............... -804.00 Weller, Elizabeth, Water Deposit Refund ........................ -100.00 Chapman, Zachary, Water Deposit Refund .......................... -59.25 Fisher, Jennifer K, General-Library-Payroll ...................... -220.32 Francis, Shirley J, Clocks Payroll ........ -673.88 Klimesh, Mary E, Clocks Payroll.......... -448.48 Kray, Colleen M, General-Library-Payroll ...................... -295.42 Krivachek, Patricia A, Clocks Payroll ... -549.98 Kruckman, April R, Clocks Payroll ....... -165.71 Kulish, Joane, General-Clerk-Payroll .. -464.21 Lensing, Becca R, Clocks Payroll........ -143.51 Mashek, Sharon H, Clocks Payroll ...... -551.25 Meyer, Joyce A, Library Payroll ........... -100.23 Meyer, Kathleen A, Clocks Payroll....... -345.23 Phillips, Larry J, General- Payroll& Flood Ot ............. -1,712.26 Riehle, Carol M, Clocks-Payroll ........... -216.59 Discover Card, Clocks-Souvenirs-Supplies................. -475.27 John Deere Financial, Road Use Shop Supplies & R&M ....... -209.09 Walmart Community Brc, Clocks Supplies .................................... -26.37 Main Street Mini Mart, General Flood Fuel & Supplies........... -500.79 Citizens Savings Bank, General Banking Costs......................... -23.60 Revenue General Fund.................................. - $6369.91 Clocks Fund.................................... -$9777.32 Road Use Fund ............................... -$2719.55 Lost Fund......................................... -$3332.62 Sewer Fund ..................................... -$3022.95 Water Fund ...................................... -$5059.48 Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, September 20, 2016

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TV Destroys Lady Warriors Defeat Lady Trojans Riceville By Michael Hohenbrink Editor

Turkey Valley advanced to a 4-0 record with a win Friday night over Riceville. “This was a hard fought game,” said Coach Mark Scott. “The score was not an indicator of how the game was played. Riceville played hard till the end.” Several offensive penalties early in the game hurt Turkey Valley. “The offensive line did a great job of adjusting to the defensive fronts and stunts,” said Scott. TV’s defensive game was strong. “On defense we played well,” said Scott. “Will Einwalter and Cody Hackman each had interceptions to stop Riceville drives.” Up next for the Trojans is AGWSR at home for Homecoming Friday night.

Hosting South Winneshiek, Turkey Valley saw a loss as the two Winneshiek County teams played. Thursday’s game saw the Lady Warriors emerge triumphant, though with TV offering increasing competition throughout the night. The night’s final set was hard fought as South Winneshiek narrow-

ly won in a set with a final score of 28-26 in their favor. “Last night was a great victory for the team,” said South Winneshiek Coach Darcy Einck. “We had a number of girls step up their game and play very consistent and strong.” Einck praised the Turkey Valley team. “Turkey Valley has always been a team that makes it hard to put the ball away,” said Einck. “We were able to

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Rushing (Att-Yds-TDs) – Baumler 10-47-0, Blazek 20-116-2, Einwalter 1-2-0, Elsbernd 2-4-0, Hackman 1594-3, E. Leibold 1-(-1)-0, Reicks 7-611; Passing (Att-Comp-Yds-TD-INT) – Hackman 4-2-72-1-0; Receiving (Rec-Yds-TDs) – Blazek 1-34-0, W. Leibold 1-38-1; Tackles – Baumler 2, 5 assists, Blazek 5, 5 assists, Busta 3, 4 assists, Einwalter 5, 5 assists, Engelhardt 1, 1 assist, Gossling 3, 8 assists, Kime 2, 11 assists, Kruse 1 assist, E. Leibold 1 assist, Leuenberger 1, 1 assist, W. Leibold 3, 3 assists, Reicks 6 assists, Schmitt 2, 4 assists

Waukon Tourney Hosts Lady Trojans Turkey Valley girls claimed second in the silver tournament as they competed Saturday at Waukon. Wins for the Lady Trojans came against Houston and North Crawford while losses were seen to Hope Lutheran, Crestwood and Spring Grove. “We played pretty well this weekend even though the record might not show it,” said Coach Tammy Vrzak. “We are starting to see a team come together with confidence. They are making leaps and bounds as we play together more.” Sept. 17 – TV 0, Hope Lutheran 2 Turkey Valley 9 Hope Lutheran 21

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win the long rallies and execute our offense. This was a great win for the ladies to build off of.” Turkey Valley took the loss in stride. “We showed a loss tonight, but I feel we had a win when it came to playing like a team,” said Turkey Valley Coach Tammy Vrzak. “The girls are starting to come together and get more comfortable playing together.”

Sept. 15 – SW 3, TV 0 Turkey Valley South Winneshiek

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Individual stats: Kills – SW: Bohr 1, Brincks 4, Buchheit 3, Bullerman 1, Hageman 9, Nesvik 5, Schweinefus 6; TV: B. Busta 1, E. Busta 6, Herold 5, Kout 1, Kuennen 7, Reicks 3, Schmidt 1, Schuchhardt 2; Assists – SW: Bohr

1, Buchheit 12, Bullerman 9, Luzum 1, Nesvik 2; TV: B. Busta 5, E. Busta 1, Herold 2, Kout 9, Kuennen 3, Reicks 1, Schmidt 1; Digs – SW: Brincks 4, Buchheit 1, Bullerman 2, Hageman 1, Luzum 2, Nesvik 1, Numedahl 1, Schweinefus 3; TV: B. Busta 2, E. Busta 11, Gebel 6, Herold 4, Kout 1, Kuennen 3, Reicks 2; Blocks – SW: Bohr 1, Brincks 1, Nes-

vik 2, Schweinefus 1; TV: Kuennen 2, Reicks 1; Serving – SW: Brincks 16-19, 3 aces, Buchheit 8-10, 3 aces; Bullerman 5-7, Luzum 12-14, 2 aces, Numedahl 9-9, 3 aces, Schweinefus 16-18, 5 aces; TV: E. Busta 6-9, 2 aces; Gebel 8-9, 1 ace; Herold 8-11, 1 ace; Kout 7-9, 2 aces; Kuennen 12-17, 5 aces, Reicks 7-10, 1 ace

Shindelars Celebrating 50 Years

Sept. 16 – TV 52, Riceville 14 TV 8 Riceville 0

Lady Warriors Claim Second Place The Lady Warriors went 2-2 on Saturday at Springville as they earned second place overall following a loss to North Cedar in the championship match. Losses were seen against North Cedar and Springville while victories were won against Belle Plaine and Jesup. “The girls are continuing to work to improve their game,”

Larry and Kay (DeMoss) Shindelar will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married Sept. 24, 1966, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dubuque. Their children are: Ann Shindelar, of Fort Atkinson, and Bart (Carrie)

said Coach Darcy Einck. “This weekend I started to really see a team who is meshing together and working towards their goals. After a slow start at the tournament, we were able to rebound and get a couple of good wins, and put ourselves in a position to win the tournament. Although we [fell] short, it was a successful day and we grew as a team.”

Sept. 17 – SW 0, North Cedar 2 South Winneshiek North Cedar

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Individual stats: Kills - Brincks 3, Buchheit 2, Bullerman 1, Hageman 3, Hert-

ges 1, Nesvik 3, Schweinefus 6; Assists – Brincks 1, Buchheit 11, Bullerman 4; Digs - Brincks 3, Buchheit 7, Bullerman 3, Numedahl 1, Schweinefus 4; Blocks – Schweinefus 1; Serving – Brincks

4-5, Buchheit 2-2, Bullerman 4-5, 1 ace, Luzum 3-4, Numedahl 2-3, Schweinefus 6-6, Tieskoetter 0-1

Sept. 17 – SW 2, Belle Plaine 0 South Winneshiek Belle Plaine

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Individual stats: Kills - Bohr 2, Brincks 4, Buchheit 2, Hageman 2, Nesvik 1,

Schweinefus 9; Assists – Brincks 1, Buchheit 9, Bullerman 7, Numedahl 1, Schweinefus 1; Digs – Brincks 3, Buchheit 1, Bullerman 4, Luzum 3, Numedahl 2; Blocks – Brincks 3, Nesvik 1; Serving –

Brincks 5-7, 2 aces, Buchheit 2-3, 1 ace, Bullerman 4-7, Luzum 8-9, Numedahl 7-9, 1 ace, Schweinefus 6-6, 2 aces

Shindelar, of Marion. Grandchildren are: Colton and Landon Goza and Adeline, Tanner and Delaney Shindelar. The Shindelars will be celebrating with their family.

Turkey Valley School Calendar

South Winn School Calendar

Thursday, September 22: Volleyball (MS 7th/8th Girls) at Ossian @ 4 p.m. Friday, September 23: Homecoming - Football (V) at TV HS @ 7 p.m. Saturday, September 24: Volleyball HS Tournament at Dunkerton HS @ 9 a.m.; Cross Country (HS JV/V Girls & Boys) at Independence HS @ 8:45 a.m. Monday, September 26: Football (MS 7th/8th & JV) at Turkey Valley HS @ 4 & 6 p.m. (JV starts after MS); Volleyball (MS 7th/8th) at Turkey Valley HS @ 4 p.m.; Volleyball (9th/JV/V) at Postville HS @ 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 27: Picture Day; Volleyball (MS 7th/8th) at CFS MS @ 4 p.m.

Thursday, September 22: Volleyball (9th/JV/V Girls) at EdgewoodColesburg HS @ 5:30 p.m.; Volleyball (MS 7th/8th) at SW MS Ossian @ 4 p.m. Friday, September 23: Football (V) at BCLUW HS @ 7 p.m. Saturday, September 24: All State Rehearsal from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.; Volleyball (HS Tournament) at Decorah HS @ 8:30 a.m.; Cross Country (HS Invitational) at Independence Health Facility @ 8:45 a.m. Monday, September 26: Football (HS JV) at Starmont HS @ 6 p.m. Tuesday, September 27: Volleyball (MS 8th) at MFL-MarMac Center @ 4 p.m.; Volleyball (MS 7th) at SW MS Ossian @ 4 p.m.

Sept. 17 – SW 0, Springville 2 South Winneshiek Springville

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Individual stats: Kills – Brincks 2, Buchheit 1, Hageman 2, Nesvik 4, Sch-

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weinefus 7; Assists – Bohr 1, Brincks 1, Buchheit 7, Bullerman 4, Nesvik 1; Digs – Brincks 5, Buchheit 3, Bullerman 2, Luzum 1, Numedahl 4, Schweinefus 4; Blocks - Brincks 1, Schweinefus 1;

Serving – Brincks 9-10, 1 ace, Buchheit 2-2, Bullerman 1-3, Luzum 2-2, Numedahl 1-3, Schweinefus 4-4

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Sept. 17 – SW 2, Jesup 0

Individual stats: Kills – Herold 2, Kuennen 1, Reicks 1, Schmidt 2; Assists – B. Busta 3, Kout 1, Schuchhardt 1; Digs – E. Busta 5, Gebel 2, Herold 3, Kout 1, Kuennen 1, Schmidt 2; Serving – E. Busta 2-5, 1 ace, Gebel 1-2, Herold 3-3, Kout 9-10, 5 aces, Kuennen 4-5, 1 ace, Reicks 2-4, 1 ace

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Individual stats: Kills – Bohr 1, Brincks 2, Buchheit 2, Bullerman 1, Hageman

1, Nesvik 3, Schweinefus 8; Assists – Bohr 1, Brincks 2, Buchheit 8, Bullerman 6, Schweinefus 1; Digs – Bohr 1, Buchheit 3, Bullerman 2, Hageman 1, Luzum 2, Nesvik 1, Schweinefus 3; Blocks

- Bohr 1, Brincks 1, Buchheit 1, Nesvik 1, Schweinefus 1; Serving – Brincks 1112, 2 aces, Buchheit 4-5, Bullerman 7-8, 1 ace, Luzum 7-8, 1 ace, Numedahl 8-9, 2 aces, Schweinefus 7-7, 2 aces

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Sept. 17 – TV 2, Houston 1 Turkey Valley Houston

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Individual stats: Kills – E. Busta 8, Herold 5, Kout 1, Kuennen 5, Reicks 2, Schmidt 4, Schuchhardt 3; Assists – B. Busta 6, E. Busta 1, Herold 2, Kout 8, Kuennen 2, Reicks 4, Schmidt 1; Digs – B. Busta 1, E. Busta 2, Gebel 2, Herold 3, Kout 3, Kuennen 8, Schmidt 1; Blocks - Kuennen 3, Schmidt 1; Serving – E. Busta 4-5, Gebel 18-18, 4 aces, Herold 13-14, 3 aces, Kout 5-5, Kuennen 7-8, 3 aces, Reicks 2-5

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Individual stats: Kills – E. Busta 4, Gebel 1, Herold 2, Kuennen 2, Reicks 3, Schmidt 4; Assists – B. Busta 6, Kout 5, Kuennen 3; Digs – E. Busta 3, Gebel 5, Herold 2, Kout 3, Kuennen 5, Reicks 6, Schuchhardt 1; Serving – E. Busta 5-5, 1 ace, Gebel 4-6, 1 ace, Herold 3-4, 1 ace, Kout 3-3, Kuennen 3-3, 1 ace, Reicks 4-4, 1 ace

Sept. 17 – TV 2, North Crawford 0 Turkey Valley 21 North Crawford 18

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Individual stats: Kills - B. Busta 1, E. Busta 5, Herold 5, Kout 1, Kuennen 7, Reicks 2, Schmidt 3, Schuchhardt 2; Assists – B. Busta 7, E. Busta 2, Gebel 3, Kout 9, Reicks 2; Serving – E. Busta 7-9, 4 aces, Gebel 13-14, 6 aces, Herold 8-10, 1 ace, Kout 8-9, Kuennen 2-2, Reicks 4-6, 1 ace

Sept. 17 – TV 0, Spring Grove 2 Turkey Valley Spring Grove

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Individual stats: Kills - E. Busta 2, Herold 5, Kuennen 2, Reicks 2, Schmidt 1; Assists – B. Busta 3, Herold 1, Kout 4, Reicks 1, Schmidt 1, Schuchhardt 1; Digs – E. Busta 6, Gebel 2, Herold 2, Kout 1, Kuennen 4, Reicks 2; Serving – E. Busta 7-7, 1 ace, Gebel 5-5, 1 ace, Herold 8-8, 2 aces, Kout 2-2, Kuennen 3-3, 1 ace, Reicks 1-2

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Sept. 17 – TV 0, Crestwood 2 Turkey Valley Crestwood

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The 2016 Turkey Valley Homecoming Court Homecoming Court includes (front row, l-r): Morgen Kuennen, daughter of Carie Kuennen; Brooke Herold, daughter of Matt and Lori Herold, and Shelby Reicks, daughter of Ralph and Missy Reicks; back row: Garrison Kruse, son of Dan and Melissa Kruse; Wyatt Blazek, son of Don and Kim Blazek, and Walker Leibold, son of Ron and Laurie Leibold. Senior Nate Ward outflanks the Bulldogs.

Warriors Devastate Bulldogs For the entire first half of Friday night’s game, South Winneshiek kept MFL MarMac from even getting on the scoreboard. The Bulldogs finally managed to score in the second half, but much of the damage was done as the Warriors cruised to a 28-8 win at home. “We were able to get our running game back on track,” said Coach Jason Ohrt. “Our offensive line worked hard this week and helped lead the way to 360 yards rushing. Rodney Schwartzhoff ran the ball better this week and Joel Hanson did a nice job running the option vs. an aggressive MFL defense.” Schwartzhoff led the team in scoring with 12 points. Ohrt noted some areas on which to work coming up. “We will need to clean up the penalties and quarterback/center exchanges,” said Ohrt.

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Homecoming Schedule Monday, September 19 Dress Up Day: Color Day

Thursday, September 22 Dress Up Day: Holiday Day

Tuesday, September 20 Dress Up Day: Opposite Day

Friday, September 23 Dress Up Day: Spirit Day

Wednesday, September 21 Dress Up Day: Back to the Future

HOMECOMING 7 p.m. Varsity Football vs AGWSR @ Home

Warriors Dominate Central Meet By Michael Hohenbrink Editor Three Warrior runners finished in the top five in the male division while Josie Kriener clinched the top finish and was one of two Lady Warrior finishers in the top five spots as South Winneshiek Cross Country journeyed to Elkader. In the male division, the Sept. 15 meet hosted by Central saw juniors Derek Dietzenbach (18:23.95), Jordon Snyder (18:25.30) and Paxten DeVilbiss (18:46.85) land the number two, three and four spots respectively behind Dunkerton senior Jor-

South Winneshiek's Joel Hanson is brought down by Riley Doeppke of the Bulldogs.

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Rushing (Att-Yds-TDs) – Hanson 1270-1, A. Holthaus 4-13-0, Schwartzhoff 28-239-2, Smith 1-6-1, Todd 5-32-0; Passing (Att-Comp-Yds-TDINT) – Hanson 12-6-59-0-1, Todd 1-0-0-0-0; Receiving (Rec-Yds-TDs) – Klimesh 1-18-0, Schwartzhoff 3-29-0, Todd 1-15-0, Ward 1-(-3)-0; Tackles – A. Holthaus 1, B. Holthaus 4, 4 assists, Klimesh 1, Koenig 1, 4 assists, M. Kuboushek 3, 3 assists, N. Kuboushek 3, 5 assists, Ling 4, 3 assists, Monroe 5, 2 assists, Schwartzhoff 1, 1 assist, Smith 1, 5 assists, Ward 1, 1 assist

ABOVE: MFL MarMac's Korby Keehner grabs South Winneshiek's Nathan Ward as the Bulldogs stop a Warrior advance during Friday night's game in Calmar. LEFT: MFL MarMac's Chase Stubbs grabs South Winneshiek's Nathan Ward mid-air during Friday night's contest between the Bulldogs and the Warriors.

dan Yessak (17:43.47). Paul Hageman (19:01.61), Eric Franzen (19:18.51) and Austin Tieskoetter (19:38.49) in sixth, eighth and tenth places also landed in the top ten for the Warriors, giving the team 60 percent of the top ten spots. In the female division, Kriener finished first with a time of 21:24.88 while Shelby Reicks (22:03.20), a fellow senior, grabbed fourth. Olivia Massman (22:30.44) and Sadie Nymeyer (22:47.24) grabbed seventh and ninth places respectively to also land in the top ten, giving South Winn four of the top ten finishes for the female division.

Male Individual Results: Dietzenbach (18:23.95, second); Snyder (18:25.30, third); DeVilbiss (18:46.85, fourth); Hageman (19:01.61, sixth); E. Franzen (19:18.51, eighth); Tieskoetter (19:38.49, tenth); Schwartzhoff (19:49.32, eleventh); I. Franzen (21:21.12, twenty-first);

Monroe (21:36.93, twenty-fourth); Lensing (23:03.06, thirty-second); Scheidel (23:50.46, thirty-ninth); Sadler (25:15.50, for t y-four th); Huinker (26:15.50, forty-fifth)

Female Individual Results: J. Kriener (21:24.88, first); Reicks (22:03.20, fourth); Massman (22:30.44, seventh); Nymeyer (22:47.24, ninth); Knutson (23:13.65, eleventh); A. Kriener (23:25.78, thirteenth); Bohr (23:27.64, fourteenth); Ward (23:35.91, seventeenth); Neuzil (25:3 6.9 8,

twenty-eighth); Elsbernd (26:39.40, thirtieth); Ott (27:39.07, thirty-sixth); Conway (27:53.16, thirty-seventh); Jacobsen (28:03.04, thirty-ninth); Huinker (33:12.17, fiftieth); Nicholls (33:59.40, fifty-first); Luzum (36:59.78, fifty-third)

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ABOVE: Hunter Todd is pursued by Riley Doeppke of the Bulldogs. LEFT: Rodney Schwartzhoff was the leading scorer for the Warriors as they took on MFL MarMac Friday. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink

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