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LEFT: Friederike Backer, a German exchange student visiting America, takes a chance to get a photo inside the historic St. Luke Catholic Church in St. Lucas.ABOVE: Hans Juergen-Borde, a teacher of German and English from Gymnasium Uberlingen, poses beside a tombstone with the text in German, the language of many of the residents of early St. Lucas. Juergen-Borde is helping to lead German exchange students as they visit Iowa. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Juanita Andersen holds a figure of St. Joseph while a few of the pieces of the nativity scene from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler can be seen beside her. These pieces and the rest were recently restored. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink
Nativity Scene Reborn
Making Connections German Exchange Students Visit St. Lucas
By Michael Hohenbrink Editor The voices sang out in conversation, in a tongue that once graced the streets and homes of the community. Now, generations after German faded from daily use in St. Lucas, the language returned to her streets, if only for a few hours. With 22 students and some adults as well visiting Friday, St. Lucas, a community founded by German speakers, saw a resurgence of that speech which had once been so common. Mostly from youths, the German conversations took place as students visiting North Fayette Valley as part of an exchange program toured an Iowa community that boasts a unique heritage, home to a settlement carved out of the wilderness by German
▪ Artist Restores Half-Century Old Figures
By Michael Hohenbrink Editor A small army stands on the steps of the altar. Picking up one, Juanita Andersen notes what has been done with one of the figures. “When he came in he had half a nose,” Andersen explained, showing off a statue of St. Joseph. Then came surgery. Now, with some tender care, St. Joseph is ready to face the world again. Sitting on the steps to the altar at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler, Andersen can tell some stories about the rest of his brethren. Missing horns on the ox, dings and chipped paint – Andersen got to see a number of figures from the parish’s nativity
I would say that many of [the figures] are well over 50 years old. They hold people’s memories. They hold people’s hearts. - Juanita Andersen scene in real need of some work. Yet, with a lot of long hours spent with them, Andersen has the entire collection ready for use again, with some time to spare before the Christmas season. Andersen is a veteran of a number of artistic projects and has done restoration work before. The nativity scene at Mercy Medical Center in New Hampton received her TLC a few years ago. Indeed, it’s thanks to that previous work
that Andersen received her commission to restore the nativity scene with OLMC. Shirley Murray, a parishioner at the church who volunteers with both the hospital and the Carnegie Center in New Hampton, noticed the work with the hospital’s nativity scene and learned Andersen had done the work. Murray approached Andersen about doing something similar with the parish’s collection. Andersen undertook the project, adding parts that had fallen off, touching up the paint where needed and adding some more realistic detail, for example fingernails, something the original figures never had. It’s a small touch, but one that gives the figures a more natural appearance. NATIVITY to page 3
GERMAN STUDENTS to page 4
NICC Enters CDL Skills Testing Agreement Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) will offer third-party Certified Driver’s License (CDL) skills testing following approval of a memorandum of agreement between the college and the Iowa Department of Transportation.
This agreement will allow us to expand our CDL program training and complete skills testing to ensure our students’ career readiness. — Dave Dahms, NICC vice president for finance and administration
Approval was granted by NICC’s Board of Trustees Oct. 17. As part of the agreement, NICC will contract with Northland CDL Training, a division of Northland Distributing Group in Mason City, to provide classroom instruction, NICC to page 3
IN THIS ISSUE: Local News .................2-3 Worship .........................5 Opinion .......................6-7 Legals .........................8-9 Classifieds...................10 Sports .....................11-12
A grant from South Winn Thrift has helped to secure a new LEGO play area for youth at the Calmar Public Library, one of the renovations unveiled for the library, which recently saw upgrades. Pictured are (left side, front to back): Landon Peters, Peyton Elsbernd, Sadie Wermers and Avery Peters; right side: Lane Elsbernd, Greyson Gerleman and Ali Schmitt. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink
Calmarʼs Library Has New Look Little Michelangelos
Recent Upgrades Include New Carpeting, Fresh Paint, New LEGO Play Area By Michael Hohenbrink Editor Renovations were undertaken recently at the Calmar Public Library. With carpeting dating back 25 years and no painting done since 2003, the library was ready for a new look. “It just needed to be updated with new colors to give the library more warmth and appeal,” said Linda Crossland, the library’s director. During the work, the library tried to be open as much as possible. “In spite of some challenges and on-going painting, we were able to remain open as much as possible, except for the one week while the old carpet was removed and new carpet tiles laid,” said Crossland. Among improvements, a grant from South Winn Community Thrift helped to secure a new LEGO activity table. LIBRARY to page 3
Kindergarten students at CFS recently had a chance to become more familiar with the work of Renaissance artist Michelangelo. Standing in for the Sistine Chapel were the students' desks as the students got a taste of how the artistic giant tackled his famed work on the chapel's ceiling. Shown here are (l-r) Britlyn Boyer and Louis Andera. Photo courtesy CFS
Many Absentee Ballots Unreturned
Pictured are (front row, l-r): Linda Crossland, director of the library, and Vernelle Holthaus, library assistant; back row: Terry Linderbaum, the painter contracted by the library, and Jim Huber, former president of the library board of trustees.
By Michael Hohenbrink Editor Winneshiek County voters requested absentee ballots in droves, but many of those ballots have yet to make their way back to be counted. As the election comes down to its final two weeks, nearly one-third of all absentee ballots requested have not actually been received, the Winneshiek County Auditor’s Office has said. By the beginning of the day Oct. 24, absentee ballots either voted in person or sent out by mail numbered 3,949. Democrats enjoy a lead in these, but Republicans are not far behind with totals of 1,639 and 1,306 respectively. There were 1,004 ballots marked as
no party or other. So far, 2,673 ballots have made their way back to the auditor’s office. With over 1,200 ballots still out, that has the auditor’s office urging voters to return those ballots soon. In addition to regular office hours, the auditor’s office will host additional hours including: Saturday, Oct. 29, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, Nov. 4, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday, Nov. 7, until 5 p.m. Voters who want to register or change an address may do so through Oct. 29 without additional requirements. After Oct. 29, additional documentation including identification and proof of residency is needed.
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Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Calmar Courier
TV Elementary Observes Fire Prevention Week Students at Turkey Valley in kindergarten through fourth grade participated in a poster contest for National Fire Prevention Week. The winning posters will move on to the county level contest. The first-place winners got to ride to school on a fire truck on Friday, Oct. 14. The Waucoma Fire Department gave students an insulated lunch bag with the fire department logo on it. Students also received a cinch activity bag or a water bottle from Insurance Associates of Lawler. Fireman Jerry Vrzak talked to students about what to do if they are ever in a building on fire. He talked to the children about how important it is that every household has a fire escape plan. He also spoke about the importance of having smoke alarms in the home.
LEFT: Fireman Jerry Vrzak teaches students about fire safety. RIGHT: Kindergarten – 4th Grade Fire Safety Poster Contest Winners include (front row, l-r): Eder Hernandez, Hayle Gillen and Mya Ives; middle row: Levi Kruse, Brynlee Hayek, Jadeyn Mueterthies, Grace Bouska and Austin Gillen; back row: Addison Steinlage, Lucille Nieman, John (JD) Kruse,Taylor DeSloover, Delaney Busta and Lee Heinrich. Not pictured: Aubrey Reicks. Photos courtesy Lolita Adams
Shooting Officially Murder/Suicide While a certified report from the State Medical Examiner on autopsy results won’t be released for 4-6 weeks, the Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office is already calling it a murder/suicide in regard to the deaths of two individuals in Freeport. Sarah Szabo, 41, died of injuries from multiple gunshot wounds with her death being ruled a homicide, the sheriff’s office has said. Meanwhile, the death of Craig Freilinger, 55, has been termed a suicide. The two were found dead in the Freeport area Oct. 16 after multiple calls were received by the sheriff’s office with regard to gunshots being
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heard. According to the sheriff’s office, Freilinger shot Szabo and then himself. The two had formerly been in a relationship, the sheriff’s office has said. The rulings come after help from a state crime lab team that had been engaged in processing the crime scene, including forensics and evidence collection and after autopsy results and an investigation by the sheriff’s office. Multiple agencies assisted in the investigation including the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), the Winneshiek County Attorney’s Office, the Decorah Police Department, the Calmar Police Department, the Iowa State Patrol, the Decorah Fire Department, Winneshiek County Emergency Management, Winneshiek Medical Center, Winneshiek County First Responders and the State Medical Examiner’s Office.
Up In Flames
A property owned by Rick and Bonnie Johnson, of Frankville, was deliberately set ablaze Oct. 15 as area fire departments took part in burning the house to the ground. Area departments taking part included Calmar, Castalia, Decorah, Frankville, Ridgeway and Postville fire departments. Photo from Frankville Fire Department
NICC Holding Ag Tech Open House Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) is holding an open house on Wednesday, Nov. 2, for its renovated Agricultural Technology Building at the Calmar campus. Community members, agriculture and business leaders may tour the renovated facility from 3 to 7 p.m. and attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:30 p.m. The Agriculture Technology Building renovation project included upgrades and enhancements to all John Deere TECH classrooms and lab areas, new Work has been completed roofing, doors and electri- Photo courtesy NICC cal and mechanical needs. The interior renovation included lobby upgrades, including updates to the front entrance, lobby and office areas, as well as enhancements to display and seating areas. The college also added a new computer lab to support increased technology needs and completed finish updates to all labs, such as refinishing of flooring and painting of walls and door frames. Additional new engine shelving and painting of existing engine shelving was completed to accommodate larger capacities, and all hoist systems were replaced to accommodate heavier equipment loads. “The complete upgrading of this facility is Northeast Iowa Community College’s commitment to and investment in agriculture and celebrating our successful partner-
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ship with John Deere,” said Liang Chee Wee, NICC president. “We know investment in agriculture is a good investment.” Larson Construction Co., Inc., of Independence, served as construction manager for the $1.5 million project, and Invision Architecture, of Waterloo, was selected for architectural work and design. Contractors involved in the project included: David Finholt Construction, ClearMax LLC, Northern Cedar Service, Personified, Inc., Skarnes, Rusty Berger at NICC's Ag Tech building. Masonry, Schweiss, Zephyr Aluminum, Becker Hardware and Voltmer Electric. The John Deere TECH program at NICC is designed to upgrade the technical competence and professional level of the incoming John Deere dealership technician. Developed in partnership between John Deere Company and NICC, students receive classroom lecture and real life laboratory experiences on John Deere products at the Calmar campus and a unique opportunity to work at a John Deere dealership. Each specialized subject is studied in the classroom and laboratory on campus, followed by related work experience at the dealership. Classroom instruction covers the basics as well as the latest developments in all John Deere agricultural and consumer products.
Havels Celebrating 50th Anniversary Larry and Marcia (Heying) Havel were married Oct. 22, 1966 in Festina. They will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house Nov. 5 at the American Legion in Osage from 3 to 7 p.m. Well wishes can be sent to 1128 Walnut St., Osage, IA 50461.
WC Development Hosting Small Business Workshop A small business workshop on health benefits available for small businesses will take place Monday, Oct. 31, from 2 to 3 p.m. This workshop will cover available opportunities and how busi-
nesses are able to offer coverage to employees as an added “benefit” without costing the business additional capital. For more information, call 563382-6061.
Hunter’s Dinner
Waucoma Event Center Saturday, October 29 • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Menu: Turkey and Advance Tickets .......... $9.50 dressing, mashed At the door .................... $10 potatoes and gravy, Ages 5-10 ................... $4.50 vegetable, cranberry 4 and under .................. Free salad and homemade pie Carry-Outs Available
Dietzenbach, Freidhof Will Wed Rodney and Lori Freidhof, of Cresco, have announced the engagement of their daughter, Leigh, to Matthew Dietzenbach, son of Clair and Sheri Dietzenbach, of St. Lucas. Leigh is a 2010 graduate of Coe College in Cedar Rapids with a bachelor’s of science in Nursing and works as a registered nurse at the Family Birth Clinic at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. Matt is a 2010 graduate of The University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Finance and works as an Agricultural Risk Advisor for Advanced Trading out of Calmar. The couple will exchange vows Oct. 29, 2016, in Cresco.
Local News
Calmar Courier
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
German Students Tour American Business ▪ Goerend Transmission Hosts Visitors By Michael Hohenbrink Editor In addition to cultural exchange, visiting German students got a taste of American business skill. Goerend Transmission, Inc., a St. Lucas business with roots going back decades in the community, hosted 22 German exchange students from North Fayette Valley Friday. The company, founded in 1947, continues today at 119 N. Main St., in St. Lucas. As students from Germany toured
Darla Goerend explains the manufacturing processes at Goerend Transmissions, Inc. to visiting German students. Photo courtesy Clair Blong a German-American community in Iowa, they had a chance to see
different aspects of life. Goerend Transmission agreed to provide the
students with a look at American business. With a staff of about 20, the business occupies a unique niche. “Most of our sales are from out of state,” explained Darla Goerend, a co-owner. The family-owned business has grown to become a world leader in supplying custom-built products. “Choose what you like to do as a career, and it won’t be work,” owner Dave Goerend believes. The company has grown based on a love of the work, which has allowed for growth. Darla said the company was very fortunate to have world-class staff. Editor’s note: See related article on front page on German students visiting St. Lucas.
Halloween Event Planned
NATIVITY
Trunk or Treat in Calmar is planned for Monday, Oct. 31, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the parking lot west of the Calmar Post Office. The event does not take the place of regular trick-or-treating. Admission is a non-perishable food item for the area food pantry. For more information, call 563379-9650 or 563-419-8190.
Vets Offered Free Rides
St. Joseph can be seen after he received some restoration work. The work took quite a while, “a long time,” as Andersen puts it. “My husband can testify to that,” Andersen said. The figures had seen some wear and tear over their decades of use. “I would say that many of [the figures] are well over 50 years old,” said Andersen. The project came about as parishioners had pondered what to do with the old collection. The idea of replacing the figures was met with reluctance. Andersen understands why. After over half of a century, decades of Christmases, candles and hymns, the collection held a special claim on the congregation. “They hold people’s memories,” she said. “They hold people’s hearts.” Andersen doesn’t charge anything for work like this for the church. She did have some firm nudging, though, for what to do with the “treasures,” as she calls them. For starters, plastic bins to hold the figures when they are not in use. A good solid resting place for the pieces will go a long way toward keeping them in good repair for quite a while. That’s long enough for another generation, or even a couple generations, to continue to enjoy the parish’s nativity scene.
LIBRARY “New carpeting for the library was supplied by Dessel-Roach in West Union,” said Crossland. “Paint for the library was supplied by Heying Lumber and painting was performed by Terry Linderbaum from Ossian, who has painted the entire interior, with the exception of the Children’s Library,” said Crossland. “To complete the project, the director’s office will be painted soon.” Crossland noted the role of Jim Huber, former president of the library board of trustees, in relation to the work. Huber resigned his position in June, after serving 16 1/2 years. “He was a strong supporter and advocate for the library during his tenure and was instrumental in the renovation process just completed,” said Crossland. “Reaction has been very positive over what they’ve seen with the changes made, going from white to warm beige and brown tones on the walls and maroon and beige-toned carpet,” said Crossland Staff members, including library assistant Vernelle Holthaus, echo that statement, commenting “We’re really thrilled with the new, updated look of the library.”
Flood Relief
The Depot Outlet has donated $5,000 to flood relief. In addition, the Depot Outlet provided vouchers to individuals and families affected by the recent floods so they could come in and purchase clothing and other household goods. Pictured are: Sue Boehm (l), Depot Outlet board director, and Nikki Brevig (r), with the Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce. Photo courtesy Depot Outlet
New Nurse Anesthetist Joins WMC Lydia Adams, CRNA, Health Science. She is curhas joined the medical staff rently pursuing her Doctorat Winneshiek Medical ate of Nursing Practice from Center (WMC). Adams is Chamberlain College. Ada certified registered nurse ams has provided anestheanesthetist who will provide sia services at Mayo Clinicgeneral anesthesia care for Rochester since 2014. surgical patients, pain manAdams joins CRNAs agement and obstetrical anDean Beinborn, Christine esthesia care at WMC. Sims and Jessica Thesing Lydia Adams Adams received her to provide anesthesia care Bachelor of Science in for surgical, diagnostic and Nursing from Mount Mercy Col- therapeutic procedures; pre- and lege in Cedar Rapids and her Master post-operative care and obstetrical of Nurse Anesthesia from the Mayo anesthesia care, including 24/7 epiClinic College of Medicine School of durals.
EARL Public Transit, a program of Northeast Iowa Community Action, will be offering free in-town transit rides to all veterans on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11. In-town service is available in the towns of Cresco, Decorah, Waukon, Elkader, Guttenberg, Oelwein and West Union. To qualify for the free ride, veterans must identify themselves as a veteran when they call in to schedule their ride and upon boarding the bus. For more information, call 866-382-4259.
Bushman Receives DMACC Scholarship A Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) student from Fort Atkinson has received a scholarship from the DMACC Foundation for the fall semester. Receiving the scholarship was Joclyn Bushman, Associate General Studies, Fort Atkinson, with a $1,911 Mark Pearson FFA Leadership scholarship.
NICC practice range, behind-the-wheel training, driving observation and other services for CDL students enrolled at NICC. Transportation jobs are in demand in northeast Iowa, and the college’s career pathway certificate training is helping to meet workforce needs, said Dave Dahms, NICC vice president for finance and administration. “This agreement will allow us to expand our CDL program training and complete skills testing to ensure our students’ career readiness,” he said. Kathy Nacos-Burds, vice president of learning and student success, updated the trustees on the college’s exploration of a common hour for students two days each week that will allow time for participation in out-of-class co-curricular learning and activities, such as membership in the student leadership organization, iMPACT, or advisory committees and clubs. Currently, the identified time with the least impact on classes is Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rhonda Seibert, NICC associate vice president of operations, invited all community members, agriculture and business leaders to tour the renovated Agriculture Technology Building Nov. 2 from 3 to 7 p.m. and attend a ribbon cutting ceremony at 3:30 p.m. The Agriculture Technology Building renovation project included upgrades and enhancements to all John Deere TECH classrooms and lab areas, new roofing, doors and electrical and mechanical needs. The interior renovation also included lobby upgrades, including updates to the front entrance, lobby and office
Briefs
Decorah Library Birding Program “Birding in the Southwest,” a closer look at Arizona birds, will be presented by Larry Reis, Winneshiek County naturalist Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m., at the Decorah Public Library. This program is free and open to the public. For more information contact Dennis Carter at 563-382-3754 or Connie Hvitved at 563-547-4685.
Blood Drive A blood drive has been set for the following area location: Decorah: Thursday, Oct. 27, from noon to 5:30 p.m., at Stone Ridge Community Church, 1111 Montgomery St.
Free Community Meal A free community meal is set for Thursday, Oct. 27, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Calmar Lutheran Church.
Flu Shot Clinic Flu shot clinic Friday, Oct. 28 locations at Citizens Savings Bank branches include: Protivin, from 7:30 to 9 a.m., 109 N. Main St.; Spillville, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., at 101 Church St., and Fort Atkinson, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 104 4th St. NW.
Waucoma Historical Society Dinner The Waucoma Historical Society will host its Annual Turkey Dinner Saturday, Oct. 29, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waucoma Event Center.
DHS Music Boosters Craft Sale The 31st Annual Northeast Iowa Holiday Craft Sale, sponsored by the Decorah Music Boosters, will be held on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 29 and 30 at Decorah High School and will feature nearly 100 vendors. Doors will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Human Trafficking Presentation Sister Pat Conlan and Sister Maria Barth from the Tri-State Coalition to End Human Trafficking will speak Sunday, Oct. 30, from noon to 2:15 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Lawler.
Veterans Day Breakfast The St. Lucas Legion and Auxiliary will host a Veterans Day Breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 6, in the St. Luke Church Parlors from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Ossian American Legion Supper Brockman-Hammersland American Legion Post 503 in Ossian will host a Swiss Steak Supper from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 8, at Wild Woods Event Center (the old Knights of Columbus Hall).
Protivin FD Soup Supper Protivin Fire Department will host a soup supper with turtle, chicken noodle and chili soups, Saturday, Nov. 5, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Protivin Fire Station.
Waucoma Craft, Vendor Show The 45th Annual Waucoma Craft & Vendor Show is set for Sunday, Nov. 6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
TV Music Boosters Dinner The Turkey Valley Music Boosters will host a carryout dinner Sunday, Nov. 6, from 4 to 7 p.m. with serving at the Turkey Valley cafeteria and lunchroom. For more information, call 563-776-6011 and press #2.
Protivin American Legion Fish Fry American Legion Post 605 Protivin will host its 70th Annual Fish Fry Friday, Nov. 11, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Protivin Community Center.
31ST ANNUAL areas, as well as enhancements to display and seating areas. Doug Binsfeld, NICC associate vice president of learning and student success, provided an update on an accreditation site visit conducted by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) from Sept. 26–27. “HLC was very complimentary of our staff, faculty and students during their visit,” said Binsfeld. “By Jan. 1, 2017, we anticipate that their final report will be available to us.” In a presentation to the board, Wendy Mihm-Herold, NICC vice president of Business and Community Solutions, shared a five-year trends report that indicated credit student and Business and Community Solutions enrollment from 2012– 2016. The college will continue to enhance recruitment, marketing, retention, completion and job placement. NICC is also expanding its recruitment efforts for adult students, under-represented and traditional (recent high school graduates) popu-
lations, according to Mihm-Herold. The trustees re-elected Kenneth Reimer, of Elkader, to serve as board president and Jim Anderson, of Decorah, to continue his service as the board’s vice president. Janet Bullerman, executive assistant to the president/board secretary, and Thomas Ridout, executive director of finance, were also re-elected to serve as secretary and treasurer, respectively. In human resources news, the trustees approved the appointment of: Elaine Capek, financial aid administrative assistant at the Peosta campus; Stephanie Dennler, Career Learning Link event/communication specialist at the Calmar campus; Victor Lieberman, learning resources coordinator at the Peosta campus, and Aaron Roemhild, operations program manager at the Calmar campus. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the NICC Board of Trustees is at 3 p.m. on Nov. 21 at the Peosta campus.
Turkey Valley Music Boosters
ANNUAL FALL CARRY OUT DINNER Sunday, Nov. 6 • 4 - 7 p.m.
Dinner Tickets Adults: $9 in advance $ 10 at the door Children: 11 and under $5.50
Raffle Tickets $ 1 each See any band or choir member for tickets
A Best Bid Silent Auction
MENU: Mike Reick’s Fried Chicken, potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, roll & homemade bars
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. Town deliveries are available - Call the high school office at 563-776-6011 press #2. Meals will be delivered around 5 p.m.
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FREE ADMISSION - GREAT RAFFLE PRIZES!! Sponsored by the Decorah Music Boosters
Flu Shot Clinic Friday, Oct. 28 Protivin Office: 7:30 – 9 a.m. Spillville Office: 9:30 – 11 a.m. Fort Atkinson Office: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost $27
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General
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Calmar Courier
Calmar Sees Changes IN THE WORLD: Oct. 17, 1939 was the opening of “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” starring Jimmy Stewart, a popular movie about political corruption. Oct. 22, 1939 was the day that nylon stockings went on sale for the first time anywhere, in Wilmington, Del. In October of 1939, Albert Einstein also sent a letter to President Franklin Roosevelt, advising about the potential use of uranium to build an atomic bomb. Later in October, the Advisory Committee on Uranium met for the first time. This was all before the Manhattan Project began, which was where the atomic bomb was formulated. IN THE AREA: October Ludwig Wangsness had raised one of the largest carrots Calmar Courier staff had ever seen. The carrot was 12 inches long and 5 inches in diameter and weighed 5 lbs. You could see it on display in the window of the Calmar Courier office! George A. Bieber sold out his hardware store in Fort Atkinson to Alf Rilling. Mr. Bieber had been in the hardware business in that community almost 50 years but was discontinuing due to health issues. The Fort Atkinson community would miss Mr. Bieber and also wished Mr. Rilling success in his new business. Plans were underway for the Harvest Festival in Decorah on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 1939. WHO talent
would put on a free platform show on the main business street at 2 p.m. and again that night at 7:30 p.m. The event would close with a jamboree at Matter’s Ballroom, featuring WHO’s popular band, Pete and His Mountaineers. There would also be entertainment from Eddie Lewis and His Harmonica, Louisiana Lou, Grandpa Jitters, Joy Lee and Lang and Lee Jugglers. Beginning in November, readers were told of a new feature, “Madame DeLore Advises,” which would be a column where they could write in their problems. They would receive “private and confidential” answers through the newspaper column each week. Evening school meetings in Calmar were to begin Oct. 23, 1939 on the subject of childcare and training at Calmar High School. Meetings were held each Monday night from October 1939 until January of 1940. Teacher Vivian Moser, from Calmar Township No. 1 School, invited everyone to the Halloween Program, which was to be held on Monday, Oct. 30, 1939, with admission of only 10 and 15 cents. A luncheon would also be served following the program. November Fort Atkinson’s two-day bazaar started on Sunday, Nov. 5, and they invited everyone to come and sample all the entertainment, good food and hospitality that their community had to offer. In early November, at Calmar Lutheran Church, the Young People’s Society elected the following officers: President Erick Flaskerud, Vice President Kermit Halverson, Secretary Dalos Hillesland and Treasurer Betty Hackett.
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On Thursday, Nov. 9, 1939, Father Broz, of Spillville, celebrated the golden anniversary of his priesthood, which was solemnized at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, where he had been pastor for 33 years. From 1895 to 1900, Father Broz had served Holy Trinity Parish in Protivin, where he had built the fine new school. Father Broz would conduct a Solemn High Mass on that day, and Father Hradecky would have a Czech sermon. Father O’Connell would have the English sermon. There was also a banquet at the A.B.C.S. Hall in honor of Father Broz. Father Broz was one of the 12 children of Joseph and Lucy Broz. Thursday, Nov. 10, 1939, was the night you could go and see the junior class of Calmar High School present “Growing Pains,” a three-act comedy. J.P. Etteldorf in Festina was having a “Special Reduction & Contest Sale” that began Friday, Nov. 10, 1939, and ended Nov. 25, 1939. Prices were being reduced on stock including: dry goods, shoes, notions, men’s furnishings, work clothes, blankets and hardware. Weselmann & Becvar was having the front of its meat market building remodeled in November 1939. The wood base was being taken out, and brickwork was replacing it. There would also be new windows and doors installed. The old blacksmith shop in Calmar was located in the northern part of town, just west of the Olson Service Station. In November 1939, it was being removed by Mr. J.J. Havel, who was then the owner. When Mr. Havel, along with Mr. Chvatal, purchased Miller Wagon Factory, about a year previously, Mr. Havel transferred his blacksmithing to that new place of business. The old building had been in continuous operation for the past 60 years, so it would be missed as an “old landmark”. However, it was thought that removal of the building would make a fine im-
St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church and the parish school are shown here. provement and would make a fine location for a new, modern building. Calmar’s Olympic Theatre had new seating installed by the American Seating Company of Grand Rapids, Mich. The new Bodiform seats were “ the latest” and were installed in some of the largest theatres in the United States. What a relief it was to find a seat where there was no danger of snagging stockings and which was as comfortable as an easy chair! A new organ was purchased from Thurst’s Music in Decorah and installed at St. Clement Catholic Church, near Spillville, on a Friday in November 1939. Nov. 23 was St. Clement’s Day, and Low and High Masses were celebrated by the Rev. V.J. Hlubek, assisted by the Rev. Badura, of Little Turkey, and Rev. Chihak, of Chester. The Rev. Badura delivered an appropriate sermon in English, while the other priests’ sermons were in German and Czech. After the church services, a banquet was served to all at the home of Miss Regina Kuhn and her brothers, Joseph and John. Jackson Junction’s depot operator since July 1917, O.F. Taylor, retired
in November 1939 with a railroad pension, after more than 22 years continuously working as the night operator. His home has been in Waucoma where he and Mrs. Taylor had a jewelry business. Lutheran ladies in Calmar were inviting everyone to attend their annual supper starting at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 25, 1939. Fort Atkinson reported that Father W.A. Dostal, pastor of St. John Nepomucene Church, and his niece, Miss Vera Dostal, were injured in an auto accident near the Lee Herold farm, west of town, on a Saturday afternoon in late November 1939. Father Dostal was painfully bruised but was making a fast recovery. His niece had more severe injuries, including a broken nose and loss of two teeth. The Rev. Dostal had been driving along, and a Chevrolet car turned around suddenly in the roadway directly in front of them. In order to avoid a collision, Father drove his car into the ditch, rolling over two or three times. The driver of the Chevrolet left the scene of the accident without checking how badly anyone
was injured. The other driver drove to the nearby George Einwalter farm, saying “someone had been killed in a car tip over.” Mr. Einwalter started for the scene of the accident, followed by the Chevrolet driver, who soon drove off at a high rate of speed before reaching the scene. Sheriff Harms was investigating the ownership of the Chevrolet car, which had Winneshiek County plates. Calmar’s library reported that 350 books were withdrawn in November 1939, which was an increase of 78 over the number withdrawn in that month in 1938. Among the new books added was “Sue Barton, Rural Nurse” by Helen Boylston. They were expecting to get a copy of Adolph Hitler’s “Mein Kampf” soon, as they had several requests for this book. Remember, this was 1939, World War II had just begun and the United States was neutral at this point. People had to read this book to know what it was about, which did not mean they would agree with it. In two weeks, we will tell you about Christmas in 1939, the Spillville Community Auction and more news.
dent, the trip is proving enjoyable. “I like it because I like the countryside,” said Hauser. Seeing American homes is also a treat. “I like the big houses,” said Hauser. After a presentation by Virginia Manderfield about the historic parish church in St. Lucas, student Friederike Backer took the opportunity to photograph the church’s interior. Like Hauser, Backer is also enjoying the experience. “I have a really nice host family,” said Backer. The landscape stands out for Backer, as well as how friendly people are. With the day’s tour over, the students departed back for NFV, the sounds of German fading for the moment from St. Lucas, though likely not forever in the community with such strong German ties.
TOP: With the rolling countryside forming a backdrop, students, educators and other visitors gathered in the parish cemetery at St. Luke Catholic Church as the St. Lucas Historical Society hosted German exchange students and faculty for a look beyond the classroom at German influence in America. Shown here, former North Fayette Valley Principal Steve Story addresses students about former educator Wilhelmine Kuennen, a former German national who married an American serviceman and moved to this country where she helped to foster the German exchange program at NFV. ABOVE: German-speaking visitors descended Friday on St. Lucas, a community with strong German roots, touring the community and paying homage to Wilhelmine Kuennen, a former German who married an American serviceman and returned with him to the United States. Wilhelmine was noted for her role in fostering an exchange program that continues to thrive in the North Fayette Valley Community School District. Shown here, flowers are placed on her grave during the visit.
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South Winn Junior Mercedes Olson, the daughter of Paulette Headington, is this week’s South Winneshiek Student of the Week. Mercedes has taken it upon herself to be a great friend to a disabled student in the high school. Mercedes helps this student be able to participate in music (band & choir) and be a productive person in the student body. OLSO OL OLSON SON N This is something that has been witnessed on a regular basis, since the beginning of last school year. Her dedication to helping others is consistent and unwavering. She has been in band since the 5th grade and enjoys being a member of this group. It is where she has gotten to know her friend. She likes helping others, so it comes naturally for her to help her friend get to where he needs to be each band practice and performance since last year. She feels it is fun to help a friend. In addition, she is a member of SODA. She also volunteers at the Ossian Library reading to younger students. Her favorite subject in school is art. She says that art helps her express her feelings. She wants to be remembered in high school for being helpful.
speakers. With names like Schmitt and Kuennen, as well as many others, those German settlers made a bit of Iowa their home. Now, for a group of German students, the names presented a piece of the familiar in a foreign land. “Kuennen,” a German teen said, pronouncing the name as she would in her own speech, a long umlaut vowel audible. Back and forth, hosts and students discussed the names present on the tombstones in the parish cemetery. American pronunciations and German pronunciations differed a bit, but the names were recognizable to German ears. On the very oldest stones, the abbreviations “Geb” for “geboren” and “Ges” for “gestorben” recorded the details of births and deaths for those speaking a tongue they had carried across an ocean. With the rolling countryside forming a backdrop, students, educators and other visitors gathered around the grave of former educator Wilhelmine Kuennen, a German national who married an American serviceman and moved to this country where she helped to foster the German exchange program at NFV. Born Wilhelmine Scharlach in 1921, she met and fell in love with Staff Sergeant Leonard Kuennen (born 1914), a veteran of the U.S. military. Following him to America, she helped to make NFV’s German exchange program a reality before her death Oct. 16, 2012. Teacher Hans Juergen-Borde, visiting with the program, stopped
for a picture at her grave, a gift to his school’s principal to remember Wilhelmine. Juergen-Borde, who teaches German and English, is on the faculty of Gymnasium Uberlingen, a school in southern Germany. The students are sophomores visiting America for three weeks. On Friday, they found themselves in tiny St. Lucas. Juergen-Borde noted the cultural aspect of the experience. Stops for the day included the parish cemetery and the church, itself a testament to the German influence on the community with windows of stained glass imported from Germany. These stops were followed by refreshments in the German-American museum with apple strudel to make the guests feel at home. A tour of the museum, a group photograph and a tour of Goerend Transmission were also on the agenda. For Paul Hauser, a German stu-
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NICC, UIU Announce Nursing M.O.U. Upper Iowa University and Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) have announced plans to ink a Memorandum of Understanding to create a new Nursing Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) for students, the first agreement of its kind in the state of Iowa. The agreement allows students at NICC to complete a four-year degree in nursing from Upper Iowa University. While completing a twoyear associate degree in nursing at NICC, students in the CEP cohort are concurrently enrolled in Upper Iowa University courses toward their bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) degree. Concurrent enrollment means that students in this program who graduate with their associate degree from NICC need only attend Upper Iowa University for 6-8 additional months to complete their BSN degree.
Traveling Office Hours Planned Staff from the regional offices of Senator Joni Ernst will be available locally to assist residents. Upcoming sites include: Monday, Nov. 28, from 10 to 11 a.m., New Hampton Public Library, 20 W. Spring St., New Hampton; Wednesday, Nov. 30, from 10 to 11 a.m., West Union Community Library, 210 N. Vine St., West Union; Monday, Nov. 28, noon to 1 p.m., Cresco Public Library, 320 N. Elm St., Cresco, and Monday, Nov. 28, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., Decorah Public Library, 202 Winnebago St., Decorah.
Area 4-H Events One of the stops on the business-to-business tour was ATEK Metal Technologies LLC. Photo courtesy NICC
NICC, NH Economic Development Sponsor Business-to-Business Tour Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) and New Hampton Economic Development sponsored a Business-to-Business Tour for business and workforce leaders in New Hampton Oct. 14. The group toured ATEK Metal Technologies, TriMark Corporation and Sparboe Farms. Members of the New Hampton Sector Board coordinated the Business-to-Business Tour as one of its goals this fall. With local education, workforce and industry leaders, NICC is forming sector boards in the greater Dubuque and Calmar areas. Sector boards develop and maintain employer leadership, are comprised of employer members that actively and consistently participate in directing the work of the partnership and promote high-demand, high-skill jobs.
No Matter How You Say It, Potatoes Are Good NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR BY SHARON BUSCH
How much do you know about potatoes? Do you always buy the same kind? There are more than 100 varieties of potatoes sold throughout the United States. The starch content in the potato determines the best way to eat and cook with potatoes. Russet potatoes are a common potato. They are high in starch and best for baking, mashing and French fries. Red potatoes are another common option and are known best to make into potato salad or roast. They fall into the medium to low starch potato. Roasted Potatoes In a large roasting pan, combine potatoes, salt, pepper and two tablespoons olive oil. Bake 40 minutes or until very tender. Remove from oven. Place in a wooden bowl and smash with a fork while slowly adding remaining olive oil. Red White and Blue Potato Salad • 3 pounds small red, white and blue potato medley • 6 slices thick cut bacon • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar • 1/2 cup olive oil • 1/4 cup grainy mustard • 1 cup green onions, thinly sliced (green and white parts) • 2 cups celery, thinly sliced • .75 ounces fresh dill, roughly chopped • kosher salt
Yukon Gold Potatoes From Jaques Pepin • 3 pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes • salt • freshly ground black pepper • 3 cups chicken stock • 3 tablespoons butter • 2 to 3 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley leaves • Place the potatoes in a deep skillet and add salt and pepper to taste. Cover potatoes halfway with chicken stock, about 3 cups, add the butter and cover skillet with a lid. Cook the potatoes in the stock until almost tender, about 5 to 8 minutes, depending upon the size of the potatoes. Remove the lid and allow the stock to evaporate, about another 5 minutes. Once the stock has evaporated pop each potato using a ladle or large spoon, creating a small crack in each, but do not smash. Allow the potatoes to brown on each side, another 5 minutes and re-season with salt and pepper, if necessary or desired. Remove the browned potatoes from the skillet and place onto a serving platter, garnished with the parsley. I have made the following recipe with mushroom soup added.
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Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes From Cathy M. 4 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4 inch slices 1 onion, sliced into rings Salt and pepper to taste 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups milk 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Heat oven to 400 degrees. Butter a one-quart casserole dish and layer 1/2 of the potatoes into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with the onion slices and add the remaining potatoes. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. In a medium-size saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Mix in the flour and salt and stir constantly with a whisk for one minute. Stir in milk. Cook until mixture has thickened. Stir in cheese all at once and continue stirring until melted, about 30 to 60 seconds. Pour cheese over the potatoes and cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake 1 1/2 hours in the heated oven.
Oct. 31 No Menu Provided Nov. 1: A: Hamburger Steak with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Multi Grain Bread, Margarine, Fresh Seasonal Fruit B: Chicken Cordon Bleu Salad, Broccoli Tomato Salad, Crackers, Fresh Seasonal Fruit, Salad Dressing Nov. 2: A: Honey Mustard Chicken, Fall Vegetable Hash, Harvard Beets, Wheat Bread, Margarine, Fruit Cocktail B: Pork Loin w/Supreme Sauce, Fall Vegetable Hash, Harvard Beets, Wheat
Worship Schedule ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC Little Turkey Rev. Kyle Digmann Sunday, Oct. 30: 8:30 a.m. Mass Tuesday, Nov. 1: 6 p.m. (All Saints Day) Mass BETHANY LUTHERAN Rural Ossian Sunday, Oct. 30: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service
sonal Wreath Workshop, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette Nov. 13, 4-H Spaghetti Supper, Silent Auction & Recognition, 5 p.m., Decorah Nov. 14, IDALS Testing, 10 a.m., Extension Office, Decorah; Extension Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Nov. 15, Fumigation Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette and Decorah; Extension Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Nov. 16, Commercial Ag Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette and Decorah Nov. 19, 4-H Awards/Movie Day, 10 a.m., Sunset Theatre, Sumner Nov. 24, 25, Office Closed, Extension Office, Fayette Nov. 29, Volunteer Training, 5 and 7 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Nov. 30, Iowa Cattlemen’s Association Beef Check-off Elections, 8 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette
Calmar Rev. Linda Thompson Sunday, Oct. 30: 9 a.m. Worship CALMAR LUTHERAN & SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN Rev. Phil Olson Sunday, Oct. 30: 9 a.m. Calmar Worship 10:30 a.m. Springfield Worship HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC Protivin Rev. Kyle Digmann Thursday, Oct. 27: 8:45 a.m. School Mass No Weekend Mass Tuesday, Nov. 1: 8:45 a.m. (All Saints Day) Mass LIVING HOPE BAPTIST Ossian Sunday, Oct. 30: 9 a.m. Worship MT. CARMEL CATHOLIC Lawler Rev. Kyle Digmann Friday, Oct. 28: 8:30 a.m. Mass No Weekend Mass OSSIAN LUTHERAN
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I know health insurance. This requires some special effort, but it is so worth it. I would add crispy real bacon bits and sour cream when serving. Hasselback Potatoes • 4 (8 ounce) baking potatoes (russet) • 2 tablespoons butter, melted • salt and pepper to taste • 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh Romano cheese • 1 tablespoon seasoned dry bread crumbs Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Scrub your potatoes well. Place potatoes into a large wooden or metal spoon. Using a sharp knife, make slices across the potato the short way about 1/8 to 1/4 inch apart, making sure to cut down to the lip of the spoon, not all the way through the potato. The slices should stay connected at the bottom, and the spoon helps keep the depth even. You can also lay a wooden spoon handle on each side of the potato and then cut the potato. I like this method best. When all of the potatoes are cut, place them cut side up in a shallow baking dish or small roasting pan. Drizzle with half of the butter; then season with salt and pepper. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the heated oven. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the remaining butter. Sprinkle Romano cheese and bread crumbs onto the tops of the potatoes and season with a little more salt and pepper. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until nicely browned. Serve with bacon bits and sour cream. Till next time, no matter how you pronounce it, potato or po-tah-to, they are all good!
Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging Menu Meal locations in Winneshiek County are as follows: Calmar: Senior Center (106 E. Main Street), Tuesday and Thursday - for reservations call 563-562-3654 Decorah: Winneshiek County Senior Center (806 River Street), Monday through Friday - for reservations call 563-379-9737 Fort Atkinson: Community Center (300 3rd Street NW), Wednesday and Friday - for reservations call 563-534-7517 Home delivered meals are also available. All meal reservations must be made the day before you plan to attend. For more information or to find a location near you, call 866-468-7887.
Oct. 27, Mosquito & Public Health Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Decorah and Fayette Nov. 1, 4-H Volunteer Training, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Nov. 5, Fall Basket Weaving Workshop, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette; 4-H Creative Arts Workshop, 10 a.m., Clay Studio, Decorah Nov. 7, Powerful Tools for Caregivers, 1:30 p.m., Senior Dining Center, Oelwein Nov. 8, Master Gardener and Friends Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Nov. 9, Ornamental & Turfgrass Pesticide Applicator Training, 9 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette and Decorah Nov. 10, ServSafe Food Safety Training, 8:30 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette; Youth Development Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Fayette Nov. 12, County 4-H Council Community Service, 8:30 a.m., Crossfire Church, West Union; Sea-
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Bread, Margarine, Fruit Cocktail Nov. 3: A: Beef Stroganoff, Green Peas, Sliced Carrots, Wheat Bread, Margarine, Cookie B: Split Pea Soup, Tuna Salad, Wheat Bread, Mixed Green Salad, Cookie, Salad Dressing Nov. 4: A: Potato Crusted Fish, Rice Florentine, Capri Vegetable Blend, Multi Grain Bread, Margarine, Fruited Gelatin, Chocolate Milk, Tartar Sauce B: Sweet & Sour Pork, Rice Florentine, Capri Vegetable Blend, Multi Grain Bread, Margarine, Fruited Gelatin, Chocolate Milk
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ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC Calmar Rev. Robert Gross Sunday, Oct. 30: 10 a.m. Mass ST. BENEDICT PARISH Decorah Reconciliation Saturday at 3:15 p.m. or by appointment Saturday, Oct. 29: 4 p.m. Mass Sunday, Oct. 30: 7:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. Mass ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC Ossian Rev. Robert Gross Sunday, Oct. 30: 8 a.m. Mass
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Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with water. Add some salt and bring to a simmer, cooking the potatoes for about 20 minutes or until just fork tender. Drain the potatoes, briefly rinse them with cold water, drain and add them back to the pot. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large sauté pan over medium heat, flipping often until both sides are crispy and the fat has rendered, about 15 minutes. Remove the bacon, chop roughly and set aside. Over low heat, add the red wine vinegar to the pan and using a spoon, scrape up all of the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the vinegar to a bowl and add the olive oil and the grainy mustard. Whisk together well and then pour over the potatoes. Add the bacon, green onions, celery and dill. Toss everything well and season to taste with kosher salt.
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Fort Atkinson Rev. Kyle Digmann Sunday, Oct. 30: 8:30 a.m. Mass ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN, Stapleton Rural Waucoma Rev. Wayne T. & Irmagard Ellingson, Pastors Sunday, Oct. 30: 9 a.m. Worship ST. LUKE'S CATHOLIC
St. Lucas Rev. Kyle Digmann No Weekend Mass Monday, Oct. 31 7 p.m. (Vigil of All Saints) Mass Wednesday, November 2: 8:30 a.m. Mass ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC Waucoma Rev. Kyle Digmann Saturday, Oct. 29: 4 p.m.Mass ST. PETER'S LUTHERAN Richfield Rural Sumner (8 miles SW of Waucoma) Rev. Wayne T. & Rev. Irmagard Ellingson Sunday, Oct. 30: 10:30 a.m. Worship ST. WENCESLAUS CATHOLIC
Spillville Rev. Robert Gross Saturday, Oct. 29: 6 p.m. Mass STAVANGER LUTHERAN Ossian Sunday, Oct. 30: 10 a.m. Worship TRINITY LUTHERAN Calmar Rev. Jesse DeDeyne redeemertrinity.com Sunday, Oct. 30: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service ZION LUTHERAN
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Ritter Is Vetʼs Choice To the editor: The November 8 election is only a few days away and I wanted to express my opinion about who is the best choice for representing veterans in the Iowa House. Pat Ritter is the only veteran running for office in the northeast Iowa area. I served in the Air Force for six years and in the Iowa House for 16 years. I was one of the first members to be appointed to a newly organized legislative committee after Desert Storm to deal with only veteran’s issues. The committee enacted important legislation to assist our soldiers in a bipartisan way. The efforts of that committee need to continue and we need to elect an individual that understands the challenges our veterans and military families face today. Pat Ritter is that person. He enlisted as a Marine and served our country well. He was a model [soldier] and selected as the “Marine of the Year” in his division. We need to elect an individual who understands the mental health needs of not only our veterans, but for all individuals. Our mental health services in northeast Iowa are practically nonexistent with individuals needing assistance having to wait weeks for critical help and ongoing services. Pat understands this and will be sure that veterans receive the mental health services needed and will work to prioritize other needed services in northeast Iowa as well. I encourage you to vote for Pat Ritter for Iowa House. He is a veteran and a young family man who has earned our respect - and support. Thank you for voting! Former State Representative Roger Thomas Elkader
Jan Will Be Effective To the editor: Jan Heikes will make an effective state Senator for northeast Iowa. Here’s why. I first got to know Jan almost 20 years ago when she was mental health and developmental disabilities (MH/DD) manager for Winneshiek (later Allamakee too) County. I had a similar job in Iowa City and we worked together at regional and state meetings. Jan quickly became the unofficial leader of this group of county MH/DD officials. We were grappling with complex issues of state and county funding and advocacy for people with disabilities. Jan emerged as someone who would listen for a while to our sometimes heated debates and then would calmly make a suggestion that we hadn’t thought of—a suggestion that got us thinking in a fresh way. She would bring us back together to craft an effective solution that worked for the whole group. She seemed to have a knack for coming up with creative common sense solutions rather than getting drawn into acrimonious debates. She was consistently able to get us back to thinking about the welfare of all of our clients and all of the counties. People listened when she spoke. Jan used this effective style of common sense problem solving repeatedly in working with Boards of Supervisors and agencies in northeast Iowa over the years. Jan’s remarkable ability to unite contending factions behind effective solutions that work for the common good of all is sorely needed in our legislature where partisan gridlock is all too frequent. Jan is a professional social worker who has dedicated her life to helping others, to building stronger families and communities. She will bring a breath of fresh air to the political debates in Des Moines. Let’s elect Jan Heikes to the Senate. Craig Mosher Decorah
Jan Listens To the editor: I am writing to encourage voters to know Jan Heikes, candidate for Iowa Senate District 28, covering Allamakee, Clayton and most of Fayette and Winneshiek counties. Jan is concerned about what’s happening to Iowa’s mental health services (rated the worst in the nation), our water quality (ranked the second worst in the nation), and our public education (ignored by our governor and his party). She supports renewable energy jobs and tax credits. She knows that climate change is real and here. She wants to change the influence that the master matrix system has on CAFOs (confined animal feeding operations) so that they cannot overburden our air and water quality. She wants to work to build a better future for all of northeast Iowa’s families and children. Jan grew up in rural Kansas with small-town Midwestern roots and values. She is a social worker, working specifically in the areas of mental health and disabilities. She has worked within the northeast multi-county area with county supervisors, state agencies and funding streams to bring cost-effective help to northeast Iowans. Currently she works in Des Moines with the Department of Human Services to insure these same systems are available within communities across the state to the clients and their families that need them. She knows how to listen to all points of view and will work to find the best solution that works for the most people. Leslie Sand Decorah
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An Ounce Of Prevention Both members of Iowa’s Senate delegation have gone on record pressing for an explanation from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on its prioritization of projects for flood control, claiming the system is flawed. Correctly, we believe, Iowa’s Senator Chuck Grassley and Senator Joni Ernst argue the current policy has its priorities wrong, unfairly penalizing smaller communities and misdirecting priorities for stop-gap measures and expensive bailouts for affected communities after an emergency while ignoring solutions now that could head off trouble down the road. The proposal deserves credit for attempting to steer the Army Corps in a direction that could channel taxpayers’ money to where it can do the most good, rather than shutting the barn door after the fact. Briefly put, Grassley and Ernst have termed the current system “penny wise and pound foolish,” a judgment that seems spot on. The two note that money is largely being directed to temporary protection measures and after-the fact recovery handouts. Rather, in a more sensible approach,
money could go instead to lasting flood mitigation projects that could eliminate bailing out communities down the road. Once the flood waters have rushed in, it’s too late to do much other than open the checkbook, a process that is slow to bring real relief and which is ultimately more costly than fixing the problem at its source. How this would work might entail a fundamental rethinking of how the Army Corps evaluates its prioritization guidelines. Specifically, the Army Corps could more directly look at public safety and loss of life when giving approval to pending projects. When projects are proposed, weighting could go toward those efforts that are most likely to save lives and that offer permanent solutions. For example, levees or temporary, inflatable barriers might serve once or twice to head off high waters but run the risk of being breached catastrophically if conditions go beyond their intended parameters, with devastating results. Such a situation happened with the most recent bout of flooding with Clarksville, just an hour or so from Winneshiek County.
Area communities Spillville and Fort Atkinson, both along the Turkey River, have experienced firsthand the effects of flooding in recent months. From their perspectives, the possibility of a reservoir, alternate channels for water to run when it exceeds its bounds and long-lasting earthen levees, built specifically for the conditions to be found in their respective locales, might all offer substantive improvement in the lives of their residents. In short, spend a bit now to permanently eliminate a problem rather than blow far greater sums, over and over again, on payouts each and every time there is a flood. Without lasting change in how we approach flood control, the alternative is to continue to spend funding on projects that will not permanently fix the problem and which serve to apply a bandage after the fact, a wasteful way to go about flood control. Instead, the Army Corps should take a second look at the formulae in use and give considered weighting to efforts that have a chance at real, lasting change.
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Mr. Sandmanʼs Secret “Does anyone want the last two chicken drumsticks?” one of the boys called out. Sure, the eldest replied. To have that level of metabolism again would be nice. While the wife and I contemplate exercise, my offspring seem to be reaching that stage of development where they not only want to keep throwing anything down their digestive tracts with gleeful abandon but never seem to pack on anything around their midsections. The calories are going somewhere, but it doesn’t seem to be showing up around their tummies. I’d say it was going toward their energy levels, and there seems to be some justification for that with the volume level, say around breakfast time. Bereft of my morning coffee, I’m stumbling around on the level of power of an appliance during a brownout whilst my progeny seem to be beyond the “high” and “max” settings and into the setting level of “hyperactive.” So, in theory, said offspring should have energy to burn. Sadly, they don’t teach parents everything. That energy, quantam physics style, exists only in some states, not across the board. Like Schroedinger’s famed feline, its existence isn’t quite actualized when it might be helpful to nearby objects. A taste of this reached me while my
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second oldest, Scott, recently joined the working world. Desirous of a new game, and with his dastardly parents refusing to simply buy it, the ingenious alternative was reached wherein he would get a job. Raking leaves was the method by which his fortune would be secured. So, heading out of the office on a Wednesday afternoon, I scooped our youngest from daycare and stood in the background as Scott began knocking on doors. House Number 1: Leaves everywhere. Gold mine. This place surely needed it. Up to the door he went. Knocking time. No response. He tried the door again. After at least a couple attempts, I said nobody appeared to be home. Nothing doing. He wanted to try just one more time. Again, no response. So, up the street we proceeded. I noticed a resident with dogs outside, an infallible sign that indeed that residence would have somebody home. Our intrepid businessman wanted to try the house right before it. Knocking, he managed to actually find someone home at that place as well. Prepared delivery (more or less) ready, he managed to get out a request to rake leaves. The owner, an older gentleman, arranged terms. Put them in piles, in the yard, not in the street. And, rather than the agreed $10, gave
the little businessman $20 because he didn’t have change. Incentive before him, my offspring got to work while I stayed across the street primarily, hosting an active toddler who was up for giving the park his attention. Like a bullet, the youngest was off. His newest object of focus was a ladder made of wood planks that he struggled to climb. After nearly taking a tumble, parental involvement was involved for each and every climb, the number of attempts for which proved to be substantial. Eventually, we abandoned this device and explored a bit, before our energy level began to fade, and rather than chasing, and being chased, the youngest decided he wanted to be picked up. Meanwhile, across the street, energy levels began to wane as well, and it took some coaxing and nudging to get the junior entrepreneur to complete his task, though to his credit, right at the very end, he volunteered that he would go ahead and complete an area to the side as well. He wasn’t sure about it, but he decided to do it anyway, a good sign. Checking with the homeowner, he got sign-off, and we headed home, with the youngest being carried from the park without protest, rather than his usual method of departing the park (under protest). A hot shower for all involved, some dinner and some play time followed before it was time to start getting ready for bedtime. And from upstairs in the realm of the kids’ bedrooms that evening, not a creature was stirring all the night, not even a toddler bent on getting mommy-time. Maybe I can bottle this…the cure for toddler wakefulness. Hey, there’s a sideline business for me as well. Scott, grab your rake. I think we could both make some money off this.
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Switching It Up After literally years of speculation, Nintendo finally released the first solid details about their nextgeneration system, the Nintendo Switch. Previously known under its development name, the NX, the rumor mill surrounding Nintendo’s next system has been churning for years. Strangely enough, the rumors were pretty much all correct, starting with the new console’s defining gimmick. The Nintendo Switch isn’t just a home console but a console/handheld hybrid. The main unit of the device is really just a portable LCD screen with some heavy-duty hardware inside. You can set the main unit into a dock, which transfers the main screen to your television, or you can snap on a controller accessory to each side and use it as a portable gaming device. The rumor that Nintendo’s next system would be a hybrid always seemed outlandish. Nintendo has maintained a very profitable grip on the handheld market for decades. Why compete with yourself in an area you already dominate? But the rumor continued to persist. The more time passed, the more believable it became, if only because this is exactly the sort of decision Nintendo would make. It’s never enough for them to just make a system that plays games. For 10 years now they’ve had to be different. The Nintendo Wii had its motion controls. The Wii-U had its tablet
controller. Now we have the Switch which, to be fair, is as close to a traditional console that Nintendo has made in the last decade. In theory, you could never remove the system from its dock, and it would effectively function identically to a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. However, performance is another matter. Once again, Nintendo remains behind the curve when it comes to graphical prowess. In a best case scenario, the Nintendo Switch will be almost as powerful as the three-yearold Xbox One, while still costing as much, if not more, due to the expensive LCD screen attached to it. That’s a hard sell for anybody that isn’t enamored by the novelty of playing home-based video games on the go. Another seemingly unlikely rumor that ended up being true was that the new system will be cartridge based rather than disk based. This is a bold move for Nintendo considering their history with the format. In the mid-90s, when Sony entered the gaming market with the CD-based PlayStation, Nintendo steadfastly held to their tradition of cartridgebased games. Because CDs could store more data while still being produced at a fraction of the cost of cartridges, Sony’s PlayStation was a much less risky choice for developers to make games for. Nintendo did eventually switch to a disk-based system in 2001 with the Nintendo GameCube, but by
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Travis Fischer then the damage had been done. The decision to stick with cartridges in 1996 was one of the turning points that led to Nintendo’s fall as the top dog in the industry. But times have changed. Solid-state media has come a long way in the last two decades. And, of course, cartridges come with advantages of their own. Where disk-based systems require powerconsuming moving parts, and fans to cool those moving parts, cartridges use less space and less power and are less prone to damage during everyday use. I’ve long ago stopped trying to predict whether or not Nintendo’s latest scheme will wildly succeed or backfire spectacularly. I think there’s little chance that their next system sees any more success than their last one, but who knows. This could be the one that catches lightning in a bottle again and takes the world by storm. I’ll get one either way. I already have a PC for mainstream gaming, so all I really need from Nintendo is my Mario and Zelda fix. That’s enough. Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing and has a PC that does what Nintendon’t.
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An Invitation By the Rev. Robert Gross Pastor, St. Aloysius Parish, Calmar; Our Lady of Seven Dolors Parish, Festina; St. Francis de Sales Parish, Ossian, and St. Wenceslaus Parish, Spillville This last year the Catholic Church has celebrated a Jubilee Year of Mercy. It concludes on the Solemnity of Christ the King, November 20th. Pope Francis discerned in his prayer and leadership of the Church that the world needs the Lord’s infinite and tender mercy. The answer to the growing harshness and lack of respect in our world is not more might and fight. The answer to the quest for peace is first to receive and then to share God’s mercy. We start by acknowledging how much we need God’s mercy for all the ways we have fallen short. Over the last 15 months as pastor of four local Catholic parishes I have seen how all of us need the Lord’s mercy. People who go to church are not better than those who do not go to church. People who practice faith hopefully go because they know that following Christ is the only way to heal their weakness and sin and receive mercy. A Christian is a beggar who tells other beggars where the food is. Maybe the Church has forgotten that because of fear of failure or fear that our institutions or community may not survive. But that is not the hopeful stance that followers of Christ should have. In the last year I have encountered folks and heard that many have been hurt by the Catholic Church. A priest might have been unkind or even
harsh with them or lacked understanding. I include myself in this. Or they might have experienced a spirit of unwelcome at Mass or felt taken for granted. To all who have been hurt by the Church, please know that I am sorry. Maybe you have written off the Catholic Church and see it as a memory from your childhood. I say please give us another chance. If you come to Mass again, please remember those sitting next to you are fellow sinners who are trying to be better people. Please know that I will always encourage our faith communities to be welcoming. I will encourage them to be the extension of Christ to our local community.
Please accept this plea for forgiveness. I hope this opens a door for you to reconsider the Catholic Church that misses you desperately! If you have been hurt by followers and members of Christ and his Church and you want to meet in the season of Advent before Christmas I will be present at my four parishes on Sunday afternoons just praying and if you want to meet to express your hurt and you would like to receive an apology from a representative from Church please come. If you also want to celebrate Reconciliation, we can do that [too]. I will publish those times at a later date. May God bless you!
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Fritz Groszkruger public office. And the belief that productive endeavors further the good things in society better than government edict is what keeps the good people out of the political realm and on the job. I haven’t watched any of the “debates” because my time is too valuable, but the word is that a school yard brawl is more civil and productive and the debates only reflect on the unsuitability of the candidates and the so-called moderators. But maybe these people are exceptionally suited to an office that has evolved from executing constitutionally legislated law to crime boss. Please feel free to contact me at 4selfgovernment@gmail.com or through a letter to this paper. Remember letters in the paper are one of the most popular features. Also visit my blog at www.alternativebyfritz.com
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Human Trafficking Hidden Around Us By Martin L. Ahrndt Director of Faith Formation Christ Our Hope Rural Iowa is “the perfect hiding place” for human trafficking. Unless you are a victim of it, most people do not think about human trafficking, especially in this area. To fight human trafficking, become informed by attending a presentation from Sisters Pat Conlan, RSM and Maria Bartha, PBVM with the Tri-State Coalition to End Human Trafficking on Sunday, October 30, 2016 from 12:00-2:15 p.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Lawler. What is human trafficking? Human trafficking occurs when one individual controls another person through force, fraud or coercion to exploit the victim for forced labor, sexual exploitation or both. Often we might think of a teen girl taken and forced into prostitution. But human trafficking is also youth or adults forced to work in factories, agriculture or other businesses. In short, human trafficking is a modern form of slavery, and a violation of a per-
son’s human dignity. Globally, human trafficking is an estimated $32 billion a year industry and growing, with 30 million victims, the majority of whom are under the age of 18. So why should you care? Iowa is safe, right? It does not happen here. Wrong! According to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC), between January 1 and June 30, 2016 there were 115 calls to the Iowa hotline, resulting in 31 reported cases of human trafficking, an increase from 36 in all of 2015. According to the Iowa Department of Public Safety (IDPS), in 2009 there were two cases that led to convictions in our own back yards, one in Decorah and a second in Fredericksburg. You should also be concerned because IDPS reports that according to experts, Iowa is the perfect hiding place for this horrible crime. First, we are ideally situated between major hubs of trafficking in Minneapolis, Chicago, Omaha and Kansas City. Iowa’s excellent interstate system allows for easy access
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and movement of victims between these hubs. Second, Iowa has fewer law enforcement officers compared to the size of our population than most states. Third, Iowans generally have a mindset that human trafficking does not happen here, therefore, we are not looking for it. This gives traffickers a feeling of safety. They can act under the radar, because no one is expecting them to be here. The reality is that they are here, and the number of trafficking cases is growing each year. You can become informed by attending the session at Mt. Carmel parish hall in Lawler. The majority of the reports of human trafficking in Iowa this year were made by citizens who thought something was unusual, or had a concern that a person was a victim of trafficking. The Sisters will share stories of trafficking in our area, signs and causes of human trafficking, what you can do to avoid becoming a victim, and actions you can take to help restore dignity and healing to victims.
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PUBLIC RECORDS: WINNESHIEK COUNTY AND FAYETTE COUNTY Man Lured Teen Via Internet A Cedar Rapids man is behind bars after he allegedly lured a 14-year-old over the internet and performed a sex act upon her. Law enforcement is cautioning that it could be just Niall S. Lewis the tip of the iceberg with more victims possible. Niall S. Lewis, 25, was arrested by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office for sexual abuse – third degree, a felony. Terming it a “long investigation,” the sheriff’s office said in press release that Lewis met the girl on the internet and took her to various locations. Evidence was collected in Cedar Rapids and turned over to the Cedar Rapids Police Department for investigation. Lewis is being held on a $15,000 cash bond. Meanwhile, more victims might be located. “Lewis used social media to find underage victims and arranged meetings with them,” the sheriff’s office said. “This case remains open and more victims and charges could be filed at a later date.”
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Elgin Man Faces Deportation A felony charge of forgery has an Elgin man facing prison and deportation. After a week-long investigation, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office has filed charges against Manish Jha, 19, of Elgin, for forgery. Charges were filed with the courts on one count of forgery, a felony, on which Jha was issued a summons to appear. If convicted Jha could face 5 years in prison and deportation from the United States. He is now in the states on a school visa.
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Local Mediacom Employees Earn Awards, Recognition Two Mediacom employees from Winneshiek County earned top customer service awards and recognition by the company’s founder and CEO during a ceremony held at Mediacom’s Regional Operations Center in Des Moines. Spillville resident Whitney Canatsey earned a gold-level honor as recipient of the company’s “Image Award.” He was cited for representing Mediacom in an exemplary man-
ner and is one of 38 employees from all disciplines across the company to earn a gold-level award in 2016. Kory Cook from Ossian earned a national silver-level award and was named “Customer Service Hero.” He is one of 32 employees, nationally, to be recognized this year with a silver-level award. Both Canatsey and Cook work as Mediacom broadband specialists in Decorah and the surrounding area.
Iowa State Patrol Oct. 23 At 4 a.m., a driver was southbound on Locust Road and failed to negotiate a curve. The vehicle entered a ditch and rolled. The patrol lists the accident as involving a fatality, but no name was released. Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office Oct. 22 Chloe Hughes, 20, of Dorchester, was arrested at 1:43 a.m. in Festina and booked into the Winneshiek County Jail for operating while under the influence. Oct. 23 Brian Gerleman, 27, of Ossian, was arrested at 1:15 a.m. in Ossian and booked into the Winneshiek County Jail for operating while under the influence. Fayette County Sheriff’s Office Oct. 9 At 8:18 p.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a vehicle that struck a cow on W Avenue south of 40th Street. An investigation determined that Mark Thomas Ackley, of Fredericksburg, was operating a 2011 Nissan Armada northbound on W Avenue when an angus cow entered the roadway and was struck. There was an estimated $3,500 in damage to the vehicle. Ackley was not injured. Oct. 10 At 9:30 p.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office arrested Matthew Tully Schoeneck, 27, of Prairie du Chien, Wis., on a warrant for parole violation. Schoeneck was transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was held without bond. Oct. 15 At approximately 12:45 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a fight taking place in the City of Westgate at the Westgate Bank. Roby Winterink, 48, of Charles City, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct. At 7:46 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle accident on Lincoln Road just north of 175th Street. Allison Phillips, 30, of West Union, was southbound in a 2007 Chevrolet HHR when she slowed down for deer that were crossing the roadway. A 2006 Cadillac DTS driven by Kyle Madden, 27, of Oxford, also southbound, was not able to stop and struck the Phillips vehicle. There were no injuries reported. The Phillips vehicle sustained approximately $1,500 in damages, and the Madden vehicle approximately $4,000. Oct. 16 At 6:45 p.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took custody of David John Perry, 51, of Hazleton, from the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office on an arrest warrant for theft – first degree. Perry was transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was held on a $5,000 cash bond. At 2:30 p.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office arrested Robert Dean Meyer, 48, Garnavillo, on a warrant for violation of a domestic abuse no contact order. Meyer was transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was held on a $1,000 cash bond. The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office assisted Fayette County with the arrest. At 6:45 p.m., a deputy conducted a traffic stop approximately two miles west of West Union on Highway 18 for a traffic infraction. Joshua Joel Gyorko, 38, of Hawkeye, was found to be operating the vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Gyorko was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with driving while license revoked and held pending an appearance with a magistrate. Oct. 17 At approximately 12 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a car versus deer accident on N Avenue just south of 150th Street, approximately three miles west of Fayette. Wilma E. Miller, 46, of Maynard, was driving southbound when she struck a deer that was in the traveled portion of the roadway. The vehicle sustained approximately $750 in damage, and no injuries were reported.
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At 7:49 p.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took several 911 calls reporting a fight on Union Street in Clermont. When deputies arrived on scene and conducted an investigation, it was determined that Mark Wayne Gingerich, 57, of Clermont, had trespassed onto private property and started an altercation with another male. Gingerich was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with public intoxication and disorderly conduct. Both subjects sustained minor injuries, and both refused medical treatment. Oct. 23 At approximately 6 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took a report of a vehicle rollover accident on Highway 187 near C Avenue. Upon investigation it was discovered a juvenile male driver lost control of his vehicle and entered the ditch causing the vehicle to roll over several times. The driver sustained injuries and was taken by air from the scene. The vehicle is considered a total loss. Fayette County Court Criminal Brandon Avery Samuel Proctor, Mount Pleasant, order for arraignment, trial information Troy Christopher Miller, Oelwein, order for arraignment, trial information Roger Dean Hall II, Coralville, order of arraignment, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, driving while barred, two years in prison suspended, $625 fine suspended, two years of probation, residential facility Aaron Lee Lewis, Oelwein, order for arraignment, trial information, hearing for initial appearance Tyler Michael Burger, Waterloo, motion for continuance Richard Eric Woods, Oelwein, order of disposition, theft – second degree, five years in prison suspended, $750 fine suspended, five years of probation Zachary Scott Ottaway, Cedar Rapids, order for probation revocation Daniel Lee Wilson, Stanley, probation revocation filed Aaron Kristen Chappel Hickman, Postville, order for probation revocation, order of disposition, hearing for initial appearance Harry Edward Schultz, Jr., Oelwein, order of disposition, probation revoked/ sentence imposed, controlled substance violation, 10 years in prison, $1,000 fine Lyle Keith Keding, Fayette, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, controlled substance violation, deferred judgment, $315 fine, 12 months self probation Connie Jean Conner, Fayette, order of disposition, possession of controlled substance (methamphetamine) – first offense, 120 days in jail with 110 days suspended, $315 fine, two years of probation Dalton Patrick Flynn, Westgate, order of disposition, criminal mischief – second degree, 60 months deferred judgment, $750 civil penalty suspended, 60 months probation Randy Allen Eschen, Oelwein, hearing for initial appearance Ismael Illescas Alfaro, Hampton, motion for continuance James Michael Toms, Independence, order of arraignment Brett Matthew Farmer, Waucoma, written plea of guilty, burglary – third degree, theft – second degree Natasha Linn Coonradt, Calmar, order of arraignment Amber Spring Limkemann, Oelwein, order of arraignment Randy Allen Myers, Oelwein, order for arraignment, trial information Justin Cole Moore, Hazleton, order of arraignment Clay Daniel Schrage, Monona, hearing for initial appearance Kelly Adam Lohrer, Fort Dodge, hearing for initial appearance Annelease Lynn Marie Anderson, Dows, trial information, order for arraignment Michael Christian Burkey, Hawkeye, order of arraignment, hearing for initial appearance, arrest warrant Dominic Eugene Felton, Chicago, Ill., hearing for initial appearance Jacob James Victor Miller, Oelwein, order for arraignment, trial information Zachary Scott Penning, Dumont, order of disposition, harassment – third
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WINNESHIEK COUNTY An appeal to the Zoning Board of Adjustment for a variance of the zoning ordinance as applied to the property described as: Lots 1, 2, & 3 of Block 15 of Dahly & Fannon Addition of Freeport, of Section 13, Township 98 North, Range 8 West of the 5th P.M., Winneshiek County, Iowa. Said parcel is located at 1734 252nd St., Decorah, IA. 52101 The purpose of this appeal is to: Reduce the Street Side Corner yard area to 18 feet from the required 35 feet. The petitioners are Jon & Debra Aske. The Public Hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Adjustment on Tuesday. November 1st, 2016. at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 400 Claiborne Dr. Decorah, Iowa, at which time you may appear, if you so desire, either in person or by agent or attorney in opposition to or support of the proposed request. Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016
degree, 14 days in jail/time served David Michael Weaver, Randalia, motion for continuance Alicia Marie Thomas, Oelwein, order of disposition, assault, deferred judgment, $65 civil penalty, one year no supervision Michael Allan Rickert, Oelwein, written plea of guilty Mykala Lynn Meike, Oelwein, order of disposition, possession of drug paraphernalia, $65 fine Michael Malvern Miller, Oelwein, order of disposition, disorderly conduct – fighting or violent behavior, $65 fine Kevin Clark Niles, Fayette, order of disposition, contempt, four days in jail Seth Lee Rohrick, Oelwein, order of disposition, public intoxication, $65 fine Jose Luiz Espinoza Garcia, Calmar, motion for continuance Anthony William Gile, Winthrop, order of disposition, disorderly conduct – fighting or violent behavior, three days in jail with two days suspended, six months of no supervision Lloyd Wayne Scott, Jr., Oelwein, order setting trial Shawna Nicole Wille, West Union, hearing for initial appearance Charlene Joyce Guyer, Elgin, hearing for initial appearance Loyd Leon Williams III, Oelwein, order setting trial, order for arraignment Bryan Lee Rear, Elgin, order setting trial Riley Allen Kryzer, Fayette, hearing for initial appearance Jade Lynn Ann Nuehring, Oelwein, hearing for initial appearance Timothy Joseph Hogan, Quasqueton, hearing for initial appearance Carlos C. Cano, Cedar Rapids, hearing for initial appearance Quinn Edward O’Brien, Cedar Rapids, hearing for initial appearance Gregory Allen Peck, Oelwein, criminal complaint Page Raylene Keune, Clermont, criminal complaint Joseph Robert Hedgman, Oelwein, motion for continuance Emily Louise Katherine Vonknibbe, Arlington, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, possession of controlled substance (marijuana) – first offense, 12 months deferred judgment, $315 civil penalty suspended, 12 months no supervision Bridget Anne Nicolay, Oelwein, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, assault causing bodily injury or mental illness, 60 days in jail with 58 days suspended, $315 fine, one year no supervision Ross Ian Rivers Cashen, Fort Dodge, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, assault causing serious injury, 80 days in jail, $315 fine Clorisa Lynn Dailey, Oelwein, motion for continuance Matthew Tully Schoeneck, Westgate, hearing for initial appearance Nicholas Michel Spratt, Sr., Oelwein, motion for continuance Paul Joseph Burgin, Wadena, motion
for continuance Joshua James Levendusky, Waterloo, order of disposition Randall Allen Studer, Oelwein, order of arraignment David Lee Kleppe, Ossian, order of arraignment Justin Neal Schoultz, Oelwein, order setting trial Derrick James Roffman, West Union, order for arraignment, trial information David John Perry, Hazleton, order of arraignment Sam Justin Cook, Oelwein, order of arraignment Tristan Marie Westpfahl, Oelwein, hearing for initial appearance Roderic Sabation Berry, Fayette, criminal complaint Mandy Jo Martin, Oelwein, criminal complaint Timothy Joseph Hogan, Quasqueton, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appearance Quinn Edward O’Brien, Cedar Rapids, hearing for initial appearance, criminal complaint OWI Bradley Joseph Kamaus, West Union, probation revocation Daniel Lee Wilson, Stanley, probation revocation Melisa Kay Pullin, Waterloo, written plea of guilty Joshua Neiahmiah Milder, Hanover, Ill., motion for continuance Thomas Clarence Hanson, Elgin, motion for continuance Douglas James Ernst, Edgewood, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, OWI – first offense, 12 months deferred judgment, $1,250 civil penalty suspended, 12 months no supervision Corey Wayne Moser, West Union, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, OWI – first offense, 60 days in jail with 58 days suspended, $1,250 fine with half to be waived with proof of temporary driver’s license and interlock if required, one year no supervision Joshua R. Vanpay, Green Bay, Wis., motion for continuance Anita Katherine Carterman, Stella, Mo., motion for continuance, order of arraignment Kenndon James Recker, Stanley, order of arraignment Robert George Walsh, Hazleton, order for arraignment, hearing for initial appearance, trial information Larry Dean Nading, Des Moines, criminal complaint Charlene Joyce Guyer, Elgin, hearing for initial appearance Ronald Lee Kuennen, Hawkeye, hearing for initial appearance Andrea Sue Williams, Oelwein, hearing for initial appearance Zachary Wade Stevens, Oelwein, hearing for initial appearance Lonnie Vernon Davis, Sr., Fayette, hearing for initial appearance Carlos C. Cano, Cedar Rapids, hearing for initial appearance
Public Meetings Oct. 31 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 Nov. 1 Board of Adjustment, 7:30 p.m., 400 Claiborne Dr., Decorah Nov. 7 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 station Lawler City Council, Lawler City Hall, 7 p.m. Waucoma City Council, 8 p.m. Nov. 8 Conservation Board, 5:30 p.m., Winneshiek County Courthouse Spillville City Council, Spillville City Hall, 6 p.m. Zoning Commission, 7:30 p.m., 400 Claiborne Dr., Decorah Nov. 9 Board of Health, 3 p.m., 305 Montgomery St., Decorah Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities Services Citizens’ Advisory Boards, 3:30 p.m., Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health Fort Atkinson City Council, 7 p.m. Nov. 14 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 South Winneshiek school board, Calmar, 7 p.m. Turkey Valley school board, Jackson Junction, 7 p.m. Nov. 15 Commission of Veterans Affairs Meeting, 1:30 p.m., Winneshiek County Courthouse Nov. 21 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 Nov. 28 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
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Calmar Courier PUBLIC NOTICE City of Waucoma PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF WAUCOMA The City of Waucoma will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 7th at 8:00 at the Waucoma Community Center, 113 1st Ave SW, Waucoma, Iowa. The Public Hearing will be held to hear any objections to Resolution 201611 authorizing the transfer of the City’s Interest in Real Property at Parcel AG in the SE ¼-SW ¼
of Section 9 – T95N – R10W, City of Waucoma, Fayette County, Iowa and Parcel AH in the SE 1/4-SW1/4 of Section 9 – T95N – R10W, City of Waucoma, Fayette County, Iowa. Attest Marlene Klemp, City Clerk Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016
source(s) and will be discharged to the following streams: Turkey River. Comments may be submitted to the Storm Water Discharge Coordinator, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Environmental Protection Division, 502 E. 9th Street, Des Moines, lA 50319-0034. The public may review the Notice of Intent from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the above address after it has been received by the department. Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE Winneshiek County NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT WINNESHIEK COUNTY A petition for a Conditional Use Permit as applied to the property described as: Lot 2 of 1 of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of section 32, Township 99 North, Range 7 West and Lot B of 2 of the Northwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of section 6, Township 98 North, Range 7 West of the 5th P.M. Winneshiek County, Iowa Said Parcel is located 1583 Canoe Ridge Rd, Decorah and the area will encompass Approx 3.5 acres. The petition asks that:
A Conditional Use Permit be granted allowing Jim Dotzenrod to operate a lodging establishment of 6 units or less on the property. The petitioner is Jim Dotzenrod. The Public Hearing will be held by the Board of Adjustment on Tuesday, November 1st, 2016, at 7:30 p.m. in the City Counsel Chambers, City Hall, 400 Claiborne Dr. Decorah, Iowa, at which time you may appear, if you so desire, either in person or by agent or attorney in opposition to or support of the proposed request. Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE City of Calmar PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF CALMAR NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON DESIGNATION OF THE 2016 CALMAR INDUSTRIAL URBAN RENEWAL AREA, AND ON PROPOSED URBAN RENEWAL PLAN AND PROJECT Notice Is Hereby Given: That at 5:30 p.m., at the Calmar Fire Station, Calmar, Iowa, on November 7, 2016, the City Council of the City of Calmar, Iowa (the “City”) will hold a public hearing on the question of designating as the 2016 Calmar Industrial Urban Renewal Area (the “Urban Renewal Area”), pursuant to Chapter 403, Code of Iowa, the real property situated in the City of Calmar, County of Winneshiek, State of Iowa, described as follows: (1) Approximately 3.91 acres bearing Winneshiek County property tax parcel identification number 142640100100; (2) Approximately 25.52 acres bearing Winneshiek County property tax parcel identification number 142630001500; and (3) Approximately .49 acres bearing Winneshiek County property tax parcel identification number 142630000300. The subject matter of the public hearing will also include a proposed urban renewal plan and
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project for the Urban Renewal Area identified above, pursuant to Chapter 403, Code of Iowa, a copy of which plan is on file for public inspection in the office of the City Clerk. The general scope of the proposed urban renewal plan, as more specifically described therein, includes the following: Increasing the tax base and promoting economic growth in the City by encouraging economic development, constructing necessary public improvements and assisting private enterprise through tax increment financing incentives. The initial projects to be undertaken under the plan will consist of providing increment financing support to Farmers Union Coop in connection with the development and operation of a new fertilizer plant and the corresponding installation of infrastructure improvements. At the hearing any interested person may file written objections or comments and may be heard orally with respect to the subject matter of the hearing. ATTEST Michele Elsbernd City Clerk Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS WINNESHIEK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONDAY OCTOBER 10, 2016 The Board of Supervisors met at 9:30 a.m. on October 10, 2016, with all members present. Dan Marx, County Sheriff, met with the Board to discuss a proposed 28E agreement with the City of Calmar for Calmar and Ossian law enforcement. The agreement would have the county Sheriff providing additional enforcement in Calmar and Ossian for a fee paid to the County. The Sheriff would also need to hire an additional deputy to cover the additional patrols. Moved by Ashbacher and seconded by Kuhn to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Calmar to pursue the 28E agreement and to authorize the Sheriff to begin the process of hiring an eleventh Deputy. Motion carried unanimously. Lee Bjerke, county Engineer, met with the Board to discuss road matters. Moved by Beard and seconded by Kuhn to authorize the closure of a portion of 114th Avenue on October 15th to accommodate a training exercise for the Frankville Fire Department. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to enter into contract with Minnowa Construction for project BROS-CO96(131)-8J-96, Bridge 407, for $417,779.55. Motion carried unanimously. Sean Snyder, Emergency Management Coordinator, met with the Board to review the FEMA home buy-out program. He will collect some additional information and the Board will decide whether to participate at a future meeting. Andy Van Der Maaten, county Attorney, met with the Board to discuss county issues. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Beard to adopt resolution 17-05, allowing the City of Calmar to establish an urban renewal area which includes a parcel of unincorporated land. Motion carried unanimously. Complete resolution will be on file in the county Auditor’s office. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Ashbacher to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes of the last meeting, the claims filed with the Boards, to accept and file the quarterly report of the county Auditor, and to accept and file the monthly report of the county Recorder. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to adopt resolution 17-06, providing for a public hearing on the proposed loan of $2,000,000 for the Winneshiek County Landfill. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. The public notice will be published as required by law. The Board opened and reviewed the proposals for as-needed Labor Negotiation Services. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Beard to accept the proposal by John S. Anderson and Richard D. Zahasky. Motion carried unanimously. Moved by Ashbacher and seconded by Kuhn to approve the job description for the part-time as-needed maintenance assistant. Motion carried unanimously. The Board discussed the Conservation Board’s request for funding to assist in paying off the Neste property. They will discuss this again at a future meeting. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Kuhn to adjourn to 9:30 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2016. Motion carried unanimously. ATTEST Benjamin D Steines County Auditor John Logsdon, Chairman Board of Supervisors General Basic Fund Claims 10-10-2016 A & J Associates PC, Services ..............200.00 AcenTek, Internet Service......................554.63
Alliant Energy, Utilities .........................3952.05 Anderson Law, Legal Services ............8334.72 Aramark Uniform Services, Services .....344.29 Area Transportation, Services .............1575.00 Teresa Bockman, Reimbursement ........103.04 Bright Spot Car Wash, Services ..............84.50 Bruening Recycling, Services ..............3888.00 Bruening Rock Products, Materials .......256.96 Brynsaas Sales & Service, Inc, Equipment Rental ...............................1122.00 Terry Buenzow, Mileage ........................160.08 Calmar Courier, Publications .................408.96 Calmar Motors, Services .........................60.65 Jeff Carolan, Services .........................1152.00 Casper Plumbing & Heating, Inc, Repairs .................................................206.25 CDW Gov't, Supplies .............................532.86 CenturyLink, Telephone Service ............318.48 Chief/Law Enforcement Supply, Supplies ..................................................19.99 Gregory Clark, Services ......................1937.52 Creative Product Sourcing, Inc, Supplies ................................................460.45 Culligan, Services ..................................216.30 DALCO, Supplies ....................................64.83 Decorah Ace Hardware, Supplies............17.36 Decorah Electric, Services ....................101.22 Decorah Newspapers, Publications.......494.77 Decorah Tire Service, Services .............270.68 Decorah Veterinary Clinic, Services ......107.40 decorahnews.com, Advertising ................38.50 Des Moines Stamp, Supplies ..................15.35 Doug Egeland Tiling, Services.............3500.00 Electronic Engineering, Services .............75.00 Fauser Energy Resources, Fuel ............178.24 Franzen Sales & Service, Parts...............11.04 Freeport Water District, Utilities ...............62.50 Hageman Cleaning, Services ................250.00 John Halverson, Reimbursement ............25.00 Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport, Lodging .................................................997.92 Hovden Oil Co, Fuel ............................2533.43 Hovey LP Gas, Inc, Fuel..........................37.40 IDALS, Fees ............................................45.00 Infastech Decorah, LLC, Services .........299.80 Iowa Prison Industries, Decals ..............346.72 Iowa Rotacast Plactics, Inc, Services ....429.00 Kari Iverson, Reimbursement ................316.67 Farm Plan, Supplies ................................22.68 Keystone Labs, Services .........................12.00 Nancy Kovarik, Reimbursement ..............25.00 Makenz Kriener, Reimbursement ..........135.00 Larry Sharps Trucking, Services..........8437.00 Leon's Auto & Truck Repair, Services ...701.50 Dr. Kevin Locke, Services......................500.00 Jon Lubke, Reimbursement.....................39.95 Mail Services, Services .........................611.27 Malcom Enterprises Inc, Services .......1238.00 Mediacom, Services ..............................587.00 Meier Painting, Inc, Services ...............1045.00 Midwest Group Benefits, Fees ..............199.50 Mihm Brothers, Inc., Services..................50.00 Mitko, LLC, Services............................1377.10 Napa Auto Parts, Parts ............................29.99 NE IA Comm Action, Services .............2501.45 NE IA Comm Action Corp, Appropriation ....................................51141.00 NICC, Registration...................................21.00 Brady O'Connor, Services ...................1340.00 Paetec, Telephone Service ......................74.33 Ben Pfile, Services ................................150.00 Isaac Phillips, Services ..........................315.00 Pitney Bowes, Lease Pay ......................441.89 R & S Fiber Optic Services, Services ....739.96 Racom Corporation, Services................940.12 Ricoh USA Inc, Maintenance Agreement.......................100.02 Riley's Inc, Supplies ............................1445.36 Rite Price, Supplies ...............................235.16 Ruby's Inc, Services ............................1056.00
Gregg Rude, Services ...........................238.51 Schilling Paper, Supplies .......................226.04 Jeanne Sebastian, Reimbursement ......395.50 Sharps Trucking, Services .....................325.00 Staples Credit Plan, Supplies ................386.43 Ben Steines, Reimbursement ..................25.00 Storey Kenworthy, Supplies.....................18.96 TASC Inc, Services..............................2168.53 True North Lubricants, Supplies ............141.75 Veterans Information Service, Publications ............................................85.00 Debra Walden, Services ........................206.50 Walmart Business/SYNCB, Supplies ......48.79 Wennes Communications, Inc, Advertising ............................................515.00 Windstream, Telephone Service ..............44.70 Winn Co Landfill, Fees ..............................5.00 General Basic Public Health Ability Networks Inc, Services ...............292.00 BDH Technology LLP, Maintenance Agreement.......................250.00 Briggs Healthcare, Supplies ....................29.69 Calmar Courier, Publications ...................61.20 CMRS-FP, Postage ...............................500.00 Communication Science, Inc, Subscription ..........................................180.00 Dex Media, Advertising ............................16.50 Deyta Analytics, Services ........................95.00 GlaxoSmithKline, Supplies ..................5929.71 Lori Hemesath, Mileage.........................121.90 Penny Herold, Mileage ..........................228.62 Sally Herold, Mileage.............................186.30 Hovden Oil Co, Fuel ................................36.89 Cheryl McConnell, Mileage....................287.04 Rennard Mumford, Mileage ...................288.88 NICC, Registration...................................63.00 Nancy Olson-Folstad, Mileage ..............178.94 Optum360, Publications ........................154.91 Selina Quandahl, Mileage .....................127.42 Nancy Sacquitne, Mileage .....................178.48 Sanofi Pasteur, Supplies .....................3177.67 Storey Kenworthy, Supplies...................190.13 Jennifer Thuente, Mileage .......................34.59 General Supplemental Fund Anundsen Publishing, Printing.............1390.00 Decorah Newspapers, Publications.........10.18 ICAP, Insurance ...................................1320.95 IMWCA, Insurance ............................10099.00 Riley's Inc, Supplies ..............................825.48 Thomson Reuters- West, Publications ..255.39 Winn Co Auditor, Postage....................2871.88 Water Testing Grant Fund Rick Groux, Plug Well............................500.00 Luke Hackman, Plug Well .....................219.37 Paul & Leslie Kadlec, Plug Well ............500.00 Boyd Middlebrook, Plug Well.................500.00 Steve Munkel, Plug Well........................437.72 Garth Narum, Plug Well.........................500.00 Jason & Jennifer Soland, Plug Well ......500.00 MH/DD Services Fund Walmart Business/SYNCB, Supplies ....................................................4.44 Rural Services Basic Fund Paul Andera, Meeting ..............................45.00 Anundsen Publishing, Printing.................79.00 Jed Becker, Meeting ................................45.00 Calmar Courier, Publications ...................62.44 Hawkeye Sanitation, Inc, Services ......1806.20 Stacy Klimesh, Meeting ...........................45.00 Randy Logsdon, Site Rent.....................100.00 Dave Nienhaus, Meeting .........................45.00 Rodney Ollendieck, Meeting....................45.00 David Ondrashek, Meeting ......................45.00 Tony Phillips, Reimbursement .................50.60 Kelvin Rue, Meeting ................................45.00 Carl Schmitt, Meeting ..............................45.00 Mark Schmitt, Meeting .............................45.00 Sharps Trucking, Services ...................2700.00 Gerry Shileny, Meeting ............................45.00 John Wiedeman, Meeting ........................45.00
Winn Co Auditor, Postage......................250.22 Winn Co Landfill, Fees ..........................838.17 Secondary Road Fund AcenTek, Utilities .....................................76.34 Alliant Energy, Utilities ......................... 1116.24 Beans Tire Service, Inc, Services ............30.00 Becker Hardware, Supplies .......................6.22 Lee Bjerke, Reimbursement ..................225.45 Bodensteiner Implement Company, Services ................................................751.40 Brennan Construction Co, Construction .....................................83872.41 Brown Supply Co, Supplies ...................342.53 Brynsaas Sales & Service, Inc, Equipment Rental ...............................1122.00 Calmar Courier, Publications ...................19.69 Carquest Auto Parts, Supplies...............753.02 Clark Tire Center Inc., Tires and Service ..................................101.95 Class C Solutions Group, Parts .............424.87 Croell Redi Mix, Material .....................5387.88 Culligan, Services ....................................70.65 Decorah Auto Center Inc, Supplies .........59.56 Decorah Tire Service, Services .........16018.94 Don's Truck Sales, Inc, Supplies .........4148.38 Headington Repair, LLC, Services ........317.07 Troy Hovden, Roads ................................50.00 Huber's Store, Supplies ...........................14.77 Illowa Culvert and Supply, Supplies ....9030.00 Iowa State University, Registration ........550.00 JB Holland Construction, Inc, Services ..............................................6533.09 K Construction, Services .................131260.66 Mabel Co-op Telephone Ridgeway, Telephone Service ..................................36.32 Malcom Enterprises Inc, Services .........100.50 Martin Equipment of IA/IL, Inc, Supplies .........................................131.30 Stanley H. Michelsetter, Services ........3264.72 Midwest Patch, Services .......................740.00 Moyson Resources, Services ................337.50 Napa Auto Parts, Parts ..........................920.62 PMMIC Insurance, Fees ......................2203.00 River City Paving, Materials ..................178.13 Sadler Power Train, Roads..................1373.81 Sprayer Specialties, Inc., Supplies ......5155.98 Thompson Truck & Trailer, Inc, Parts ..........................................16838.33 Village Farm & Home, Supplies.............149.99 WHKS & Co., Services ........................4282.50 Windstream, Telephone Service ..............96.51 Winn Co Auditor, Postage......................130.04 Winn Co Extension, Registration ...........245.00 Winn Co Landfill, Fees ..............................5.00 Co Conserv Capital Improv Fund Farm Plan, Supplies ..............................171.05 County Assessor Agency Fund Jim Alstad, Reimbursement .....................23.36 Scott Anderson, Reimbursement ...........193.20 Riley's Inc, Supplies ..............................980.00 The Schneider Corporation, Services ..............................................2460.00 Weis Buick GMC, Services....................156.71 Winn Co Auditor, Postage........................71.00 E911 Surcharge Fund AcenTek, E911 Service..........................512.66 Mabel Co-op Telephone, E911 Service .123.08 Emergency Management Comm Casey's General Stores, Inc., Fuel ........380.28 Sean Snyder, Reimbursment.................304.16 Sutton's Car Wash, Services .................100.00 Walmart Business/SYNCB, Supplies ......85.47 Winneshiek Co Health Ins Fund Midwest Group Benefits, Health Ins Claims ...................................79.38 Midwest Group Benefits, Fees ............3167.25 SISCO, Insurance................................6688.61 Grand Total.....................................469343.04 Published in the Calmar Courier on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016
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Grassley listened in Winneshiek County: January 2016: Tour and Q&A with employees at Iowa’s Dairy Center in Calmar February 2015: Tour and Q&A with employees at DECO Products in Decorah March 2014: Q&A with students at South Winneshiek High School in Calmar March 2013: Town Meeting in Decorah January 2012: Town Meeting in Calmar April 2011: Town Meeting in Decorah
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Undefeated TV Will Face Don Bosco ▪ Perfect Season Concludes 9-0 By Michael Hohenbrink Editor In the end, nobody could bring down Turkey Valley. Janesville provided the Trojans with their last rival seeking to end Turkey Valley’s perfect run. With a 60-18 victory Friday, that challenge came to naught. Coach Mark Scott noted Janesville offered a defensive strategy that made running inside difficult. Nonetheless, Turkey Valley rose to the challenge, throwing the ball with six completions in seven attempts and four touchdowns for 211 yards. “On defense we did a great job of bending but not breaking,” said Scott. “Their early TD came when our DB fell down leaving his man open for the score.” The team’s 9-0 season finish marks only the fifth time for that accomplishment in the school’s history. Saturday’s announcement of playoff brackets saw the announcement that the Trojans would host perennial powerhouse Don Bosco. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. at Turkey Valley. Oct. 21 – TV 60, Janesville 18 TV 24 22 68 Janesville 7 3 0 8 Rushing (Att-Yds-TDs) – Blazek 1589-0, Einwalter 7-65-0, Elsbernd 6-18-0, Hackman 10-47-3, E. Leibold 2-5-1, Cale Reicks 4-29-0, E. Reicks 1--1-0; Passing (Att-Comp-Yds-TDINT) – Hackman 6-6-211-4-0, E. Leibold 1-0-0-0-0; Receiving (Rec-YdsTDs) – Blazek 1-14-0, Busta 2-82-2, W. Leibold 2-74-2, Cale Reicks 1-410; Tackles – Blazek 7, 7 assists, Busta 4, 3 assists, Dietzenbach 1 assist, Einwalter 3, Engelhardt 1 assist, Hackman 1, 1 assist, Herold 1 assist, Huinker 1 assist, Kime 2, 3 assists, E. Leibold 1, W. Leibold 5, 2 assists, Cale Reicks 4, 5 assists, Schmitt 4, 5 assists
TV Girls Advance Turkey Valley girls won their first round of Regional action with a 3-0 victory over Riceville. “The girls have really come together as a team,” said Turkey Valley Coach Tammy Vrzak. The girls were scheduled to play Monday night against Tripoli with the winner moving on to face the winner of another Monday night contest with Dunkerton versus Don Bosco. That contest was set for Oct. 27 at Tripoli at 7 p.m. Meanwhile, South Winneshiek was scheduled to play Monday night as well against MFL MarMac after the Lady Bulldogs bested Postville 3-0 Oct. 18 at Postville. Oct. 18 - TV 3, Riceville 0 TV 25 25 25 Riceville 14 14 15 Kills - E. Busta 14, Herold 8, Kuennen 7, Reicks 5, Schmidt 3, Schuchhardt 4; Assists – B. Busta 8, E. Busta 2, Kout 12, Kuennen 3, Reicks 8, Steinlage 2; Digs – E. Busta 3, Gebel 4, Herold 8, Kout 4, Kuennen 3, Reicks 1, Schuchhardt 1; Blocks – Kuennen 2, Schmidt 1; Serving – B. Busta 2-2, 1 ace, E. Busta 10-11, 1 ace, Gebel 9-11, Herold 23-24, 2 aces, Kout 1-1, Kuennen 7-8, 2 aces, Reicks 12-14, 4 aces, Schuchhardt 4-5, 2 aces
South Winneshiek boys are bound for state. Photo by Rick Ermer
South Winneshiek girls are bound for state. Photo by Rick Ermer
Warriors See 8 Individual Qualifiers
▪SW’s Josie Kriener Tops State Qualifying Meet
By Michael Hohenbrink Editor It’s on to state after the Warriors saw an impressive performance Thursday with eight individual qualifiers. South Winneshiek cross country runners traveled to Garner for the state qualifying meet with both boys’ and girls’ teams qualifying for only the fourth time in school history. “Both teams performed as well as we could have hoped,” said Coach Kevin Kearney. “Going in, we felt confident that both teams could qualify with good performances, and that is exactly what they delivered.” Josie Kriener grabbed the top finish for the girls with a time of 18:51.43, followed by Felicity Taylor with a time of 19:27.20, giving South Winneshiek the top two spots. “It was great to see Josie get the district title, taking 20 seconds off her school record and posting a tremendous time of 18:51,” said Kearney. Kriener will become only the second female runner from South Winneshiek to run in four state cross country meets with Marissa Wurzer the only other girl in the school’s history to achieve this previously. Shelby Reicks landed tenth with a time of 20:42.37, and Olivia Massman had twelfth with a time of 20:53.28. South Winneshiek finished number one as a team for the girls. For the boys, Jordon Snyder finished sixth with a time of 17:23.77. Derek Dietzenbach was ninth with a time of 17:30.83. Paul Hageman landed in eleventh with a time of 17:34.21. Paxten DeVilbiss went fourteenth with a time of 17:39.32. The boys landed third as a team overall. Men’s Results: Team Rankings: 1. Garner-Hayfield, 2. Clear Lake, 3. South Winneshiek, 4. Osage, 5. New Hampton, 6. South Hardin, 7. Forest City, 8. North Fayette Valley, 9. Clarion-Goldfield-Dows, 10. Sumner-Fredericksburg, 11. Columbus Catholic, 12. Oelwein, 13. Hampton-Dumont, 14. Emmetsburg Individual Results: Snyder (sixth, 17:23.77); Diet zenbach (ninth, 17:30.83); Hageman (eleventh, 17:34.21); DeVilbiss (fourteenth, 17:39.32); Tieskoetter (twenty-first, 18:05.44); Franzen (twenty-sixth, 18:23.64); Schwartzhoff (thirty-sixth, 18:47.57) Women’s Results: Team Rankings: 1. South Winneshiek, 2. Osage, 3. Emmetsburg, 4. Clear Lake, 5. Sumner-Fredericksburg, 6. North Fayette Valley, 7. Garner-Hayfield, 8. Columbus Catholic, 9. South Hardin, 10. New Hampton, 11. Forest City, 12. Clarion-Goldfield-Dows Individual Results: J. Kriener (first, 18:51.43); Taylor (second, 19:27.20); Reicks (tenth, 20:42.37); Massman (twelfth, 20:53.28); Bohr (seventeenth, 21:16.80); S. Nymeyer (twentieth, 21:31.95); A. Kriener (twentythird, 21:39.22)
South Winneshiek's Felicity Taylor landed second overall in the women's division. Photos by Landon Evanson, MAP photographer
ABOVE: South Winneshiek's Josie Kriener landed in the top spot for the women's division. Photo by Landon Evanson LEFT: Paxten DeVilbiss competes at the state qualifying meet. Photo by Rick Ermer
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Volume 38, Issue 37 P.O. Box 507, Calmar, IA 52132 | (563) 562-3488 | www.calmarcourier.com | USPS: 335-690 | calmarnews@midamericapub.com | Tradidi quod et accepi Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Fall Fest Draws Big Crowds By Michael Hohenbrink Editor An estimate places attendance at Northeast Iowa Community College’s Fall Fest at approximately 1,100 people. Aided by beautiful skies and warm weather after heavy rains hit the area, the event was a crowd pleaser. “Personally, I thought the event went very well,” said Rhonda Seibert, associate vice president for operations. “We couldn’t have asked for a better night than [Thursday] night.” Among highlights this year were a bungee jump, train rides and a dunk tank. It was the 13th year for the
event, which originally began as a welcome event for students but which has turned into something more. “[I]t’s turned into a student and community event,” said Seibert. In addition to current students, former students also turned out for the event with a special alumni tent set up for them. Seibert credited the success of the event to several groups, noting the role of staff, students and volunteers as well as the support of the community. See photos online at midamericapublishing.smugmug.com/ Calmar-Courier/NICC-FallFest-2016/ MORE PHOTOS to page 10
City Hears Cop Sharing Proposal By Michael Hohenbrink Editor
Ellyn Crandall laughs as she has a balloon animal made for her by Paul Kammarmeyer of Greenie's Balloons. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink
Calmar is looking at the possibility of coordinating part of the city's police coverage through the Winneshiek County Sheriff's Of¿ce. The move follows the anticipated departure at some point down the road of Of¿cer Andrew Hageman. During council's Sept. 6 meeting, Calmar Police Chief Joe Ward told council members that Hageman was likely to take a position with the sheriff's of¿ce down the road. Such a move is an inevitability at some point, Ward told council. Hageman joined the force full time under a year ago after completing his studies. Rather than continually replacing officers under him who would then move on to other things down the road, Ward advised council that another option was possible. In consultation with Sheriff Dan Marx, Ward said an idea had been broached that the sheriff's
of¿ce could provide a deputy during some hours. Such a move would save the city from the responsibility of paying employee bene¿ts, noted Council Member Jeanie Kirkeberg. Bene¿ts would be the duty of the sheriff's of¿ce, the employing agency, rather than the city. It would also allow the city to save on gas and equipment purchases. A potential speed bump in the concept is the City of Ossian, which contracts with Calmar for police protection. Hammering out details that would allow that city to maintain coverage might need some working out. At present, the idea is still tentative, though council also gave its approval to go ahead with exploring the possibility. Also during the meeting, council heard a quote for resurfacing work on Lewis Street in Calmar. Work would cost approximately $80,000. Additional thickness of the road surface, should the city desire it, would add to that total.
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ABOVE: Serving up cotton candy were Kristi Flack, Missy Hvitved and Erin Powers-Daley. LEFT: Aria Jirak (center) is helped by Gwen Sprank (left) as she bottle feeds a calf while Gavin Albertson looks on during the Northeast Iowa Community College Fall Fest Thursday.
Class Of 2029 Enjoys First Week At Kindergarten 1) South Winn - Members of the Class of 2029 at South Winneshiek include (front row, l-r): Derek Sabelka, Justice Nelson, Wyatt Burrichter, Josie Hemesath, Angel Torres, Peyton Cox, Jayelen Numedahl and Cashden Numedahl; second row: Linlee Huinker, Ryder Uhlenhake, Ben Knutson, Joe Bullerman, Blake Timp, Augie Wiltgen, Remington Wadsworth, Rylee Wohlfeil, Adrian Caceres and Linkon Scholbrock; third row: Kenzie Monroe, Tyson Young, Xzavior Froelke, Hayden Tieskoetter, Natalie Burington, Asher Merril, T l T ff L d B ll d
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ABOVE: Rodney Schwartzhoff makes a touchdown for South Winneshiek, one of three for him for the night. LEFT: Schwartzhoff shoots through the action prior to scoring a touchdown.
Warriors Finish With Win
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By Michael Hohenbrink Editor South Winneshiek closed out the regular season with a bang Friday as the Warriors bested Belmond-Klemme at home. “This was a great way to finish the regular season and honor our seniors on senior night as we head into the playoffs,” said Coach Jason Ohrt. “We were able to control the pace of the game from the start with tough blocking and running on offense. Rodney Schwartzhoff and our offensive line put up another great performance.” The Warriors dominated the score early, managing 22 points by the half to just three for their opponent. During the second half, the Broncos kept the scoring more even with eight points to South Winneshiek’s nine points, but the damage had been done. “I couldn’t be more proud of our seniors,” said Ohrt. “I don’t think I have had a group of kids come through at South Winn who have shown more growth over the 4 years in the program. They are just such a great group of teammates to the younger players and play with a lot of passion every Friday night. Together they have accomplished so many great things and have built memories that will last a lifetime.” Saturday’s announcement of playoff brackets saw word that the Warriors were to face Bellevue with the latter hosting. The game starts at 7 p.m. Friday.
Oct. 21 – SW 31, Belmond-Klemme 11 SW 16 6 6 3 B-K 3 0 0 8 Rushing (Att-Yds-TDs) – Hanson 2-150, A. Holthaus 1--3-0, M. Kuboushek 6-16-1, Schwartzhoff 34-345-3, Smith 2-11-0; Passing (Att-Comp-Yds-TDINT) – Hanson 3-1-8-0-1, Todd 3-241-0-0; Receiving (Rec-Yds-TDs) – M. Holthaus 1-8-0, Schwartzhoff 1--1-0,
Smith 1-42-0; Tackles – A. Holthaus 6, 5 assists, B. Holthaus 6, 1 assist, M. Holthaus 2, 5 assists, Koenig 5, 2 assists, M. Kuboushek 1, 1 assist, N. Kuboushek 3, 5 assists, Ling 5, 4 assists, J. Lukes 1 assist, L. Lukes 1, Monroe 3, 2 assists, Smith 2, 1 assist, Ward 2, 1 assist
TOP: BelmondKlemme's Andrew Soma dives in a failed attempt to bring down Rodney Schwartzhoff. ABOVE:Teammate Nathan Ward calls it as Schwartzhoff makes one of this three touchdowns for the night. LEFT: South Winneshiek's Brennan Holthaus brings down BelmondKlemme's Tucker Kroeze. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink
Calmar Streets Project Continuing Surfacing work got underway Thursday in the downtown area for Calmar. Shown here, work is being done on North Maryville, just south of the railroad tracks. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink
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