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November Calendar
Library Events for November
Library CLOSED - Fri., Nov. 11 - Veterans Day Cooking Club - Tues., Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. Early Out Movie Day “Peanuts Movie” - Wed., Nov. 23 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Library CLOSED - Thurs., Nov. 24; Fri., Nov. 25 & Sat., Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving
Veterans Day Soup Supper
Friday Nov. 11 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Keota VFW Free will offering
Veteran’s Program at United Faith Church
There will be a service dedicated to Veterans at 9 a.m. at the United Faith Church on Nov. 13. All Veterans are welcome to join. For questions contact Linda Werger at 641-636-2479
Christmas Market
A Christmas market will be held at Holy Trinity Parish Hall on Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tour of Homes
The annual tour of homes will be held on Dec. 3 from 2:30 to 7 p.m. For more information contact Jeri Sieren at 319-330-8310
Speech Soup Supper and Festival of Trees
The soup supper and festival of trees will be on Dec. 3 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Lagos Acres.
Hospice Tree of Memories
The Keokuk County Hospice will be holding a lighting ceremony on Wednesday Dec. 7 in the Keokuk County Courthouse Rotunda at 6:30 p.m. To remember a loved one contact Keokuk County Hospice Auxillary.
Holy Trinity Blood Drive
The Holy Trinity Catholic Church social action committee will be hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, November 29 from 2:30 to 7 p.m. at the Parish Center located at 109 N. Lincoln Street
Bingo
Bingo is held every Friday at the Keota Health Care Center at 1 pm
KCSD Board Meeting
The Keota School Board meets the second Thursday of each month, typically at 6:30 p.m.
Don’t mess with the cook! Chef Grody (Lauren Imhoff) lays down the law with new server Mary (Bergen Dalton). From left to right, owner Bernard (Bianca Cardona), creepy server (MiKayla Beatty), flirtatious wine steward Sy (Jacob Moeller) and sitted head waitress Janet (Lexi Black) watch the scene unfold. More photos on page 2.
Keota Drama break out laughs with two amusing acts By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keota High School Drama Department took on not one, but two short comical plays for their fall performance on Thursday, Nov. 3 and Saturday, Nov. 5, in front of a crowd who were laughing out of their seats by the end. “You’re Driving Me Crazy” was a collection of 10 minute comedies, mainly played by freshman and sophomore students. Each four scenes highlighted different situations, with two scenes containing only two actors on stage. Scene one opened with Tony (Justin Moeller) taking his first-ever driving lesson, only to find Instructor Mr. Pinkley (Trey Carlson) has never driven before out of fear of “wheels.” Though Carlson felt that memorization and keeping in character while being laughed at was a bit difficult, he loved his role. “He’s a very nervous guy that goes to a therapist quite often,” Carlson, a sophomore, said. “I loved faking a heart attack after Tony hardly drives an inch, and I had to drink pickles straight out of a jar on stage.” Scene two included more characters, as Ms. Van Groot (Anna Duwa) attempts to instruct Brooke (Taylor Conrad) on her driving, but ends up having the whole family (played by Nolan Verstraete as dad, Jaydin Boer as mom, MiKayla Beatty as sissy and Cooper Sieren as grandpa) join along. While Brooke finds herself the center of attention, Ms. Van Groot frustrates over her student’s need for family support. Scene three featured humorless Ms. Granville (Jill Schulte) trying her hardest to get Kendra (Elise Swanstrom) off her phone to focus on the driving test ahead. After numerous attempts, Ms. Granville steals the phone and later breaks it out of frustration when it rings, only to later find out her own identical phone was the one destroyed. Finally, scene
four follows Mr. Williams (June Welt Daing) growing similarly irritated with his own two students; take charge Ashley (Gracie McHugh) and good-hearted Ben (Riley Conrad). The two have a history together, leaving Ben terrified of Ashley, as she constantly distracts him from driving. By the end, Ben’s kindness reaches out to Ashley and they make up, and Mr. Williams inquires about a previously offered job. “Driving Me Crazy is a new play and I liked it because you only have two kids on stage in the first and third scenes,” Jane Edwards, Drama Director and Music teacher said. “All of a sudden, a student is carrying half the scene, and getting pretty good.” After a brief intermission, upperclassmen and several returning actors presented “The Blind Date,” set in a classy, upscale restaurant owned by Bernard (Bianca Cardona). Flanked by a cast of servers with vastly different personalities (Lexi Black, Bergan Dalton, Jacob Moeller, MiKayla Beatty) and a rambunctious chef (Lauren Imhoff), the spotlights move to a blind date couple of Sophie (Gracie McHugh) and Barney (Turner Klein). The shy Barney charms the charming Sophie, while hilarity ensues all around from the chef intent on killing restaurant critic Sophie, a choking incident, and again the strange, unique personalities of the servers. “We had done the companion piece to Blind Date several years ago,” Edwards said. “I knew how well that one worked, and knew how well this play would work. Lots of physical comedy.” The two separate acts were created to allow students a chance to engage in their sports activities, while also preparing for the play. According to Edwards, “The Blind Date” featured mostly drama students and volleyball players, which allowed them to rehearse at a certain time since
September. For “You’re Driving Me Crazy,” a larger collection of students from cross-country and football were able to take part. Though the students didn’t have a large amount of practice time, Edwards noticed a difference in comfort over the course of the season, especially after the matinee performance for the junior and senior high students. “They started to get more creative, add things and change and do things this way,” Edwards said. “It’s fun to watch them be creative. It’s what it’s all about.” Gracie McHugh, who is involved in volleyball during the fall season but identifies herself as a music and drama student, originally only had her role as Sophie in “The Blind Date,” yet was asked to take on the second part as Ashley in scene three of “You’re Driving Me Crazy” after a student could not stay with the play. She only had three weeks to prepare for her additional role. “If my family is going to watch, I don’t want a script on the stage,” McHugh said. “I just constantly memorized it while I was in class, while I was driving. I slowly got it memorized in time.” As Sophie, McHugh felt happy to have a relaxed role compared to the “many weird roles” she has played in theatre since beginning in fifth grade. McHugh could notice the play coming together from both onstage and offstage during practice, and wasn’t surprised when the crowd broke out into hysterical laughter at several points, especially in “The Blind Date.” “I got to work with a really great group of friends and watch this play evolve into this great piece and all the craziness around us,” McHugh said. “I though we were on point and the crowd was really awesome.” “Our performance was the best our group has done and I feel this play turned out to be great for us,” Carlson said.”
Volunteers put the banners up on November 5.
Keota gets new banners Keota Unlimited received a $2,000 mini grant from the Washington County Riverboat Foundation to purchase new street banners for Broadway Avenue in Keota. With this grant, Keota Unlimited
was able to purchase 2 sets of street banners; one set for spring/summer and one set for fall. Volunteers Marilyn Sieren, Todd Vittetoe and Evan Vittetoe installed the banners for Fall on November 5.
Board of Supervisors awards contract for work on W15 in 2017 By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors reviewed bids and awarded a contract to Delong Construction out of Washington for a project on W15 near Keota during their regular Monday meeting on October 10 with County Engineer Andrew McGuire. The 2017 project entails nine structures along W15, with the work stretching from County Road G32 near Keota up north to Highway 22. According to McGuire, several culverts on the road will be extended
to make slopes safer, and a few will be replaced entirely. Delong Construction was awarded the contract with a bid of $552,421.86. The work is scheduled to begin next year in the late summer, with completion expected in the fall. The county also plans to potentially resurface the road in 2019, as part of their fiveyear plan. A bridge on W15 was replaced earlier this year. A detour for the projects will be set up at G32 west to Harper, north on County Road V67, north to Highway 22 and ending east at W15.
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Keota VFW Auxiliary
The VFW Auxiliary meets the third Tuesday of each month, typically at the VFW building.
Keota Unlimited
Keota Unlimited meets the second Monday of each month in the Libertyville Savings Bank conference room at 7 p.m.
Keokuk County Supervisors
Keota Drama break out laughs with two amusing acts
The Keota Health Care held a chili cook-off for residents
The Keokuk County Supervisors meet weekly on Mondays at 8:30 a.m. at the Keokuk County Courthouse boardroom.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Residents enjoy chili during cook-off event Keota Healthcare recently held a Chili Cook off. This contest had five entries. From the five entries: three were family recipes, one a white chili
and one a cheeseburger chili. The white chili made by Kristine Tomash, the chili made by LNHA the administrator, and a family recipe made by Heather Williams, Busi-
Blind dates shy Barney (Turner Klein) and his boss’s daughter Sophie (Gracie McHugh) begin to connect over movies and other interest. Meanwhile in the background, a pianist (Jaime Schulte) breaks out a toy piano to provide a humorous little melody.
ness office manager were chosen by the residents as the winners. Prizes were given for first and second place.
Meetings for AA (open) are held in the Wellman Municipal Building basement every Thursday at 8 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Support
Alzheimer’s Support Group meetings are held the first Monday of each month at the Presbyterian Church in Washington at 6:30 p.m.
Driving instructor Mr. Williams (June Welt Daing) is more than fed up with the shennanigans of his two students; Ben at the wheel (Riley Conrad) and Ashley playing backseat driver (Gracie McHugh).
Keota Eagle Deadlines
The Keota Eagle deadline for all content and advertisements is Friday at noon. Submissions can be dropped off at the office, mailed to P.O. Box 18 Keota, Iowa 52248, or emailed to keotanews@midamericapub.com.
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Cookie Walk
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Memorial Hall, Sigourney $5/lb of your favorite cookies, bars, and candy
Lighting Ceremony
5:30 p.m. at the Sigourney Square/Court House Lucas Meier, Speaker
Lighted Christmas Parade
Santa Claus
Following Parade until 8:30 p.m. Memorial Hall, Sigourney Feel free to take your own pictures with Santa!
Soup Supper
Following Parade until 8:30 p.m. Memorial Hall, Sigourney Includes Hot Cocoa, Coffee, Water, & Lemonade Free Will Donation
Bandstand Entertainment
Following Parade until 8:30 p.m. Sigourney Square
Horse And Carriage Rides
Following Parade until 8:30 p.m. South Side of the Square Free Will Donation
6 p.m. on the Square
Find us on Facebook under Sigourney Christmas Festival The Memorial Hall is located at 120 North Jefferson Street in Sigourney –one block north of the NE corner of the square. Building is handicap accessible.
For More Information Call the Sigourney City Hall at 641-622-3080. Committee Members: Trisha Black and Deb Shultz
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By Travis Fischer It’s over. For better or worse, this terrible election is over. Or at least it will be by the time you read this. Right now, as I type this, there is an approximately 75 percent chance I will be breathing a sigh of relief and a 25 percent chance I will be refreshing myself on passport requirements. If you’re reading this, then you already know the results of the election. Lucky you. I, on the other hand, have to write a column for a world that will, one way or the other, be fundamentally changed before it sees print. It’s frustrating. The election is the one topic worth writing about, but anything I write at this point will be seen too late to matter. So, ignoring the pink elephant in the room, what else is there to comment on? Well… how about the video game voice actor’s strike? That’s something that likely won’t be resolved before Wednesday. Here’s the scoop. More than a year ago the Screen Actor’s Guilt (SAG-AFTRA) entered into negotiations with a conglomerate of major video game publishers to update their contracts for video game voice work. Among their demands were shorter sessions for vocally strenuous recording, stunt coordination for roles that utilize motion capture, transparency over what game they are working on before taking the part, and residual payments for successful games. Most of these conditions aren’t very controversial. Nobody wants to see a voice actor face plant on the ground during motion capture because a stunt coordinator wasn’t around to properly secure a harness. Likewise, when your recording session involves hours of screaming, yelling, and grunting, it makes sense
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to break them up into shorter sessions. A hoarse voice actor isn’t good for anybody. But, not surprisingly, the issue comes down to money. The voice actors guild has asked for up to four secondary payments of 25 percent of their original session payment, to be paid out whenever a game sells 2 million units of a game. Residual payments like these are common for movies and television, but less so for video games. Instead, representatives of the game developers offered a nine percent raise to the base rate. It was not accepted. Unable to come to agreement, the voice actors are now on strike. This is a tricky conundrum. On the one hand, voice actors are asking the games industry to adapt themselves to the Hollywood model. Developers don’t get residuals and the amount they contribute to a game’s success is far and away more substantial than voice acting. Moreover, it’s not like voice actors have the kind of leverage they do when it comes to other forms of voice work. Creating a compelling animated feature without voice actors would be pretty difficult, but video games got along without voice acting just fine for years. On the other hand, the kind of video games that these publishers make don’t really exist without voice acting. Warner Bros. Interactive released the best Batman movies ever made. Those movies just happened to play out between segments of gameplay. Likewise, nobody ever played a Mass Effect game because it was a great shooter, they played it because it was a compelling work of
science fiction driven by professional grade voice talent. And while developers may not get residuals, they do get steady salaries and benefits. Voice actors may only get paid for working for a few hours a month, but in between those recording sessions are hours of auditions, research, and training. On the other other hand, that’s really just an argument for paying the voice actors more up-front. Doing the job has to be worth their time. If the developers are willing to offer higher base pay, then shouldn’t that be enough? On the other other other hand, getting residual payments for successful games may net voice actors more money, but only on the games that can afford to pay them more. This leaves the upfront cost lower, making voice acting a feature smaller games can afford to include. There is certainly room to see both sides. Voice actors are demanding uncommonly generous compensation for the video game industry while providing a service of questionable value. On the other hand, you get what you pay for. Unless these developers want to go back to text boxes or having programmers and relatives do the voice work for their games, they might have to play ball. I’m sure a compromise can be made that works for both sides. And if it can be made here, maybe there’s hope for the future resident of the White House. Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing and doesn’t have a problem with text boxes.
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To the Editor: One of the important things we have is the privilege of voting on whether or not our judges are to be retained. Most of the time we do not have any criteria to use in deciding who should be kept. How are we suppose to judge the judges? The most effective way would be for someone to sit in the courtroom, keep account, and then let the public know. In this election, we find the names of three Supreme court judges who voted in favor of homosexual marriages. Iowa became the first state to do so. (Three of the other judges who voted for them were ousted when they came up for consideration.) Turn your ballot to the backside. The judges up for consideration now are the first three names listed at the top. Lois Batchelder Sigourney, IA
Schools collecting for a cause Keota Community Schools will be collecting food and toiletry items to be donated throughout November. Students are encouraged to bring canned foods, non-perishable food items, and toiletry items to be collected in their classrooms. The items will be counted and donated on November 21.
Veteran service to be held at United Church of Faith
A Column in search of a name This week I continue to think about Veterans day. Not just the day itself, but the people that have served and are currently serving. As many of you know, I live in What Cheer. The Freedom Rock is in the final stages of being completed with the bricks being laid and the flag poles now up. I cannot help but to just look at all of the names of those heroes over and over. Last night during the Seattle Seahawks opening ceremony, I watched a local Sigourney soldier carry the flag out onto
the field. Those are the things that make me proud to be an American. I am not sure what this election holds today, but I know one thing. The president cannot change this country alone. We all need to learn how to get along and show one another more respect. Due to election being on Tuesday, the results will be placed on our webpage as soon as they become available. For those of you who have vouched not to move out of the country over the current election, until next week….
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On August 23, 2016 the news reports stated a US soldier was killed and a second was wounded by an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan. You may be one, who upon hearing a report like this thinks what a tragedy. How sad for those families. You may even say a prayer for those families, but usually those families are not a part of your community. This time was different. Are you the one, without knowing their name, said prayers for the soldiers and families? Are you the one; upon learning one was a member of your community, prayed for him by name? Are you the one that asked your church or prayer group to pray for this soldier and his family? Are you the one that immediately dropped everything to take care of a family member’s child? Are you the one that took over at work and said, “Go!” when a family member needed to leave abruptly? Are you the one that videotaped a special moment in a child’s life so that other family members could share in that moment when they returned home? Are you the one that offered transportation to and from the airport? Are you the one that dedicated a football game to the injured soldier? Are you the one that took part in the moment of silence at the football game? Are you the one that reached out to console the injured soldier’s close family members in the community? Are you the one that tended to the home and yard of the family in their absence? Are you the one that helped out with farm work? Are you the one that called or sent
texts with words of encouragement? Are you the one that helped facilitate communication with extended family? Are you the one that made it possible for siblings to visit the soldier and his family? Are you the one that cleared your calendar so you could help support your sister-in-law? Are you the one that donated money to the soldier’s family to help meet their immediate financial needs? Are you the one that sent a card or letter of kind words? Are you the one that offered help in any way? As you can see you are part of an amazing community of “one” that made it possible for family to be with the soldier, his wife and his children during his extended recovery from traumatic injuries. Are you the one that steadily and quietly lifted this soldier in prayer each day but wished that you could do more? Know that you did much. You were part of an untold number of faithful who believed there could be a good outcome form what seemed a nearly impossible situation. We firmly believe in faithful prayers of many had a huge impact on the outcome of his recovery. Considering the extent and nature of his injuries, he is doing amazingly well. He is home with his family and continuing with his recovery. Your continued prayers are very much appreciated. We ask you to please keep the wife and family of the fallen teammate in your prayers as well. Thank you, The Family of Staff Sgt. Jon McLaughlin Sigourney, IA
Agenda October 16, 2 p.m. St. Mary’s Hosts: ShaeLynn & Juhls Call to Order: Vice-President Erin Chalupa Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: how ag is part of your life Secretary’s Report: Raigan Sprouse Treasurer’s Report: Logan Sieren County Council Report: Erin and others, Leadership development news Committee Reports: Fire hydrant project report New Business: Register for 4H this year! Dues vote, pay for hall, other activities County news and opportunities: Jayme Recreation Committee: service and activity ideas for this year Pumpkin decorating – donate extras to nursing home Officer elections (must be present, ready to share why qualified, think about balance of grades, intermediates and seniors) Reminder next meeting: Hosts:
none potluck, officer installation Adjourn Meeting 4-H Pledge Presentations: Shae, Skyler, Mason, Blake 2015-2016 Officers: President: Ryan Chalupa Treasurer: Logan Sieren Vice Pres: Erin Chalupa Secretary: Raigan Sprouse Rec. Committee: Lauren Sieren, Cortney Hyman, Megan Hill Project Leaders: Jayme Sieren Organizational Leader: Deidra Baker 2016- 2017 Meeting Dates Oct. 9 1:30 St. Mary’s Shae Becker and Juhls Nov. 13 6 pm St. Mary’s awards, installation no host Dec. 11 1:30 St. Mary’s_Walkers & Hammens_ Jan. 8 1:30 St. Mary’s Garmans and Sprouses_ Feb. 12 1:30 St. Mary’s Strands and Riley Kasper March 12 1:30 St. Mary’s Dalton Dodd & April 9, 1pm Highway cleanup June 10 paperwork meeting, club tour
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Thank YOU For Your Support In The nov. 8 General Election! Christy Bates, Keokuk County Auditor
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TRACT 1 - 84.94 acres, 69.5 CSR2 TRACT 2 - 73.08 acres, 32.7 CSR2
Tract 1 contains 84.94 acres m/l of ground. Per the FSA information there are 58.61 tillable acres. Remaining ground is pasture. Great building site with rural water and electric. This is an excellent chance to own a nice piece of Keokuk county farm ground. Average CSR2 per surety is 69.5. This ground is ready to be farmed the 2017 crop year. Tract 2 contains 73.08 acres m/l of ground. Per the FSA information there are 29.3 tillable acres. 5.6 acres are enrolled in CRP with an annual payment of $1,076.00 expiring in 2027. This property borders the skunk river and would make excellent hunting ground. Average CSR2 per surety is 32.7. This ground is ready to be farmed the 2017 crop year.
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• 26.91 tillable for 2017, cash rented @ $174.00/acre • 8.4 acres CRP @ $160.24/acre with final payment 9-30-22 • Balance in timber and 1 acre possible building site. • There are 24.9 acres enrolled in CRP wetlands @ $300.00/acre and 2 acres CRP enrolled @ $282.00/acre, both contracts start 10-1-17. • Taxes: $910.00/year Cash rent goes to the buyer $6,750.00 May 1 and $6,750.00 November 1, 2017. Taxes prorated to final closing. All CRP payment in October, 2017 go to the buyer. 20% down day of sale with balance on or before February 1, 2017.
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PARCEL #1 - 106.36 acres m/l CSR2: 68.77
• 50.6 acres CRP @ $198.99/acre, final payment 9-30-23 (may be removed from CRP) • 10.48 acres farmland • 41.58 acres pasture which could be farmed. • 1 acre building site. • Taxes: $2,624.00/year
PARCEL #2 - 25.25 acres m/l CSR2: 46.17
• 19.9 acres CRP @ $155.82/acre, final payment 9-30-27 and 3.8 acres @ $131.20, final payment 9-30-17.(Both may be removed from CRP) • Balance in timbered draw. •Taxes: $406.00/year TERMS: 20% down day of sale. Balance on or before December 30, 2016. CRP payment in October, 2017 goes to the buyer. Check our website or call the auction company for more information.
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Thank you to family and friends from far and near for making my 90th Birthday so very special. Thank you for the good wishes, prayers, cards, calls, gifts and flowers. Special thanks to my family for the memorable party. God Bless You All! Maxine Voss. SK45 –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
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ANTIQUE FURNITURE: Oak straight front kitchen cabinet; Oak hall seat w/mirror; Mission oak bookshelf; Oak phone desk; Walnut drop leaf table; Oak dresser; Walnut lamp tables; Globe 4 drawer oak file cabinet; Oak rockers & chairs; Cedar chests; Trunks; Planters; Prim tables & cabinets; Ansonia kitchen clock APPLIANCES – FURNITURE: LG 22 cu. ft refrigerator-1yr old; Kenmore 12.9 cu ft refrig; Kenmore apt size frig; Maytag stacked washer & dryer; Frigidaire NG range; Whirlpool 10 cu ft chest freezer; Maytag wringer washer; 47” Vizio & 42” Toshiba flat screen TV’s; Made in Amana-Walnut Howard Miller grandmother clock; Oval dining table w/leaf & 6 chairs; Formica table & 6 chairs; Other tables & chains w/casters; Mahogany corner cabinet; Walnut china cabinet; Green/ taupe Lazy Boy couch; Brown suede loveseat; Big Man leather recliner; Lazy Boy recliners & chair; Maple roll top desk; Curio & china cabinets; Oak: bookshelf, dresser, single bed, podium, desks; Oak sleigh bed style queen bed w/Sealy mattress; 3 piece bedroom set; Pine wardrobe; Dresser & storage cabinets; InVacare Zoom 220 3 wheel scooter; No 66 cast iron parlor stove; Drop front desk; Office chairs; Bookshelves; File cabinets; Oak drop front ladies desk; Walnut burled lift top desk; Assorted newer clocks; Singer sewing machine; Hoover, Eureka & Bissel vacs; Asstd chairs GUNS – COFFEE MILL - CHILD’S BUCKBOARD WAGON PRIMITIVES & COLLECTIBLES – GLASSWARE: Red stenciled double wheel Elgin National Coffee Mill; Child’s buckboard wagon; Winchester 74, 22 cal rifle; JC Higgins Model 583.17, bolt action, 12 ga; Shell back metal chairs; Park bench; Porch swing; Shelves; Amos & Andy tin windup taxi; Comet & other vintage sleds; Wire egg basket; Sprinkling cans; Galv tubs; Green tin pale; Crocks & jugs; Hammerlund HQ-129-X amateur receiver; Insturctograph telegraph w/morse key; George W Westcott telegraph machine; Rev-o-nac wall mt coffee grinder; Tin dinner pails; Lanterns; Horse head ties; Gray granite coffee boiler; Croquet sets; Glassware: Cupp Family lamps including - Aladdin Corinthian Jadeite lamp & others; Spongeware bowl; Halls nesting bowls; Jadeite, blue opalescent & other vases; Homer Laughlin dinnerware; Holmes & Edwards 12 place silverware set; Bells; Books: IA Washington Co in the World War, Keota Cent, 1955 Superintendent’s Annual Report –Wellman Public Schools, ’59 & ’66 Iowa Hawkeye annuals; ’12 JD X360 RIDING LAWN MOWER – SNOW BLOWER – SHOP TOOLS – LAWN / GARDEN: 2012 JD X360, 98 hrs, w/48” deck; 42” frt mt blade; 30”x40” lawn trailer; 19” MTD 5 hp rear tine tiller; 27” Murray 8 hp, 2 stage, ele start snow blower; 19” Snapper LE snow blower; Yardman 31cc mini tiller; Shop vacs; Metal shelving & cabinets; AC-Delco 120 volt air compressor; 16’ Davidson ext ladder; Schauer charger; Many power shop tools; Hand & garden tools; Sprayers; Ladders; Trimmers; Leaf blower; Char-Broil gas grill; Glass top patio set KITCHEN - HOUSEHOLD ITEMS ORDER OF SALE: Beginning w/Household smalls & collectibles, 5:15-Lawn/garden & hand tools. 7pm-Lawn mower & snow blowers followed w/ Furniture & appliances.
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MENUS AND CALENDARS Church Services Bethel United Methodist Church
Pastor Nick Needham 319-329-6070 Located 6 miles east of Sigourney on Highway 92 Website: thebethelumc.org Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Worship at 10:30 a.m. Alive at Five every first and third Sunday at 5 p.m.
Holy Trinity Parish
Front Row: Anna Duwa; Middle Row: Taylor Conrad, Lexi Black, Erin Chalupa, Baylei McClelland, Jill Schulte, Addison Sprouse, Frankie Johnson, Bianca Cardona, and Jaime Schulte; Back Row: Mr. Jacobsen
Student Council cleans up highway Amie Van Patten Regional Editor The Keota High School student council under the direction of advisor Mr. Michael Jacobsen and wife Erin hit to the highway on November 6 for their semi- annual ditch cleanup. Thirteen students were in attendance and picked up six large garbage bags worth of garbage from the ditches on Highway 92 between Keota and Sigourney on the north and south side. Mr. Jacobsen stated, “I want to thank the students who helped with this project. They are great role models for their school, community, and beyond.” The student council does ditch clean up in the fall and spring.
109 N Lincoln St. Pastor Rev. Charles Fladung 641-622-3426 Email - fladungc@diodav.org Deacon Jim Striegel – 641-634-2896 Bookkeeping – Bulletins – Secretary Kara Sobaski – 319-461-4501 Email – kmdotski@hotmail.com Parish Office Phone – 641-636-3883 Office hours are - Wednesday & Friday from 9 - 11 a.m. Bulletin deadline is Wednesday at 9 a.m. For ease in relaying messages for bulletin, send via email to: stmarysgrnyia@telecom.net. On Saturdays before the start of the 4 p.m. Mass, at either Saint Mary or Holy Trinity, the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available from 3 – 3:30 p.m.
United Church of Faith
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Report of the Chief of Police Keota
October 14- October 31 Complaints and or service calls received- 26 Citations Issued-9 Dage, Gregory- Speed, Alternative Enforcement Neff, Sarah- Speed, Alternative Enforcement Greiner, Aaron- Speed, Alternative enforcement Juvenile- Sex Abuse 2nd Degree Class “B” Felony Juvenile- Sex Abuse 2nd Degree Class “B” Felony Juvenile- Sex Abuse 2nd Degree Class “B” Felony Juvenile- Sex Abuse 2nd Degree Class “B” Felony Juvenile- Sex Abuse 2nd Degree Class “B” Felony Juvenile- Sex Abuse 2nd Degree Class “B” Felony
Notice of Probate
Probate No. ESPR006916 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Washington County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JOYCE E. SEIP, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Joyce E. Seip, Deceased, who died on or about October 18, 2016: You are hereby notified that on October 20, 2016, the last will and testament of Joyce E. Seip, deceased, bearing date of November 21, 2005, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Joseph Coleman Seip was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated October 20, 2016. Joseph Coleman Seip Executor of estate 608 E. Elm Street Sigourney, IA 52591 John N. Wehr, ICIS PIN No: AT0008299 Attorney for executor John N. Wehr Attorney at Law 116 East Washington Street, P.O. Box 245 Sigourney, IA 52591 Date of second publication November 16, 2016. K45-2
Pastor Michael Druhl 201 North Ellis Street, PO Box 208 Keota, IA 52248-0208 (641)636-3825 keotaucf@cloudburst9.net - email www.keotaucf.org - webpage Keota UCF – face book page Sunday Worship Service - 9 a.m. Youth Sunday School – 9:15-10 a.m. Wednesday, November 9 - Kids Club UWF meeting @ 1:30 p.m. Worship meeting @ 6 p.m. Fellowship meeting @ 6:30 p.m. Sunday, November 13 –Honoring Veterans Sunday Liturgist: Cindy Snedigar Usher: Penny Morris Greeters: Pat & Duane Sprouse & Toni Barnes & Gina Bennett Candle Lighters: Toni Barnes & Gina Bennett Musician: Angie Carr We invite any and all Veterans of our community to attend our service starting at 9 a.m.
Grace Family Church
Rev. Dar Eckley, Pastor 23536 Hwy. 78, Box 64, Ollie Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m; Sunday school-10:15 a.m. RocKnowledge Youth Group is Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Keota Senior Center Lunch Menu
Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, November 9: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, spinach, vinegar, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, peaches and yogurt, chocolate chip bar, skim milk Friday, November 11: Veteran’s Day – Senior Center closed Monday, November 14: Beef meatball, brown gravy, scalloped potatoes, creamed peas, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, apricot halves, skim milk Wednesday, November 16: Baked chicken breast, oven browned potatoes, broccoli normandy, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, blushing peaches, skim milk Milk, Whole Wheat and Whole Grain Bread/Muffins and Margarine are offered with all meals. This menu provides a general balanced diet that meets the RDA’s/RIA’s for adults.
Keota CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, November 9 Breakfast: Whole grain cereal, string cheese, apples, juice choice, milk choice Lunch Lasagna, garden spinach salad, seasoned peas (9-12), French garlic bread, fresh grapes Thursday, November 10 Breakfast Sausage breakfast sandwich, juice choice, milk choice Lunch Chicken tetrazzini, tossed salad with romaine, steamed carrots, whole grain french garlic bread, fresh strawberries Friday, November 11 Breakfast Whole grain breakfast egg wrap, graham crackers, banana, juice choice, milk choice Lunch Sloppy joe on a bun, whole grain chips, sweet potato puffs, baked beans, fresh grapes Monday, November 14 Breakfast Whole grain breakfast pizza, tropical fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch Pig in a blanket, potato wedges, broccoli with cheese, fresh apple, juice
Tuesday, November 15 Breakfast Whole grain pancake, peaches, juice choice, milk choice Lunch Chicken wrap, romaine and tomato mix, rice pudding, steamed carrots, tropical fruit Wednesday, November 16 Breakfast Cheese omelet, whole grain toast, orange smiles, juice choice, milk choice Lunch Spaghetti with meat sauce, garden spinach salad, seasoned peas (912), French garlic bread, fresh grapes
Goodwin Senior Dining Menu
November 9 - Chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, California blend, peaches, chocolate cake November 10 - Meatloaf, Cheesy potatoes, 7 layer salad, yogurt with fruit November 11 - Veteran’s Day No meal November 14 - Cream of broccoli soup, ham sandwich, ambrosia salad, cookie November 15 - BBQ Rebbette, O’ Brian potatoes, corn bake, grape juice, peanut butter cookie
Keota Music Boosters Birthday Calendar
November 9- November 15 November 9 - Justin Hultman, Stacey Sheetz, Mary Vittetoe, Barb Wehr, M/M Dave Hobscheidt, M/M Gary Wickencamp November 10 - Janette Conrad, Ruby Walters, Larry Sondag, M/M Scot Westendorf November 11 - Jesse Aller, Cameron Fagen, Katelyn Hammen, Maci Mae Russell, Cash Barta, Cindy Snedigar November 12 - Kristi Beneke, Caleb Morgan, Genevieve Schoofs, Roger Richardson, Aspen S i e r e n , April Altenhofen November 13 - Paige Sieren, M/M Bill Cady November 14 - Olivia Berg, Lauren Edwards, Jackson Beneke, Branden Hyman, Matthew Hyman, Elysha Lyle, Jerry Sheetz November 15 - Deana Berg
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Holy Trinity Catholic Parish Rev. Charles Fladung Rectory: 641-636-3883 109 N. Lincoln St., Keota Saturday Night Mass: 5 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m.
Ollie Baptist Church
Gary Reeves, Pastor 641-667-2841 208 South 3rd St Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays: 9 a.m. Sewing and Quilting
Prairie View United Methodist Church
Pastor, Dave Peterson 27131 Highway 78, Ollie Sun, August 14 9 a.m. Sunday Worship w/ Communion, followed by fellowship Tuesday, August 16 9 a.m. Bible Study Sunday, August 21 9 a.m. Sunday Worship followed by fellowship
Richland United Methodist Church
Tim Schoepf, Pastor 106 W. South St., Richland Phone: 319-456-2251 Worship Times: Adult Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m.
St. Joseph
Rev. David Brownfield 235 11th St. Wellman Sunday Mass at 8 a.m. Ss. Joseph and Cabrini Rev. Robert Striegel St. Joseph, 1174 Reed St., East Pleasant Plain and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, 308 W. Main, Richland Sunday Mass at 8:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Sacrament of Penance 8 a.m. Sunday
Keokuk County Board Proceedings KEOKUK COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS OCTOBER 31, 2016 The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met in special session, Monday, October 31, 2016 in the Board Room of the Courthouse. All members were present. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the agenda and amend it to include discussion and possible approval of personnel report for Kristen Tool, Deputy Recorder, regarding wage change. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve the minutes of October 24, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded approval of personnel report for Kristen Tool, Deputy Recorder, salary increase from $29,250 to $29,981.25 effective October 24, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Met with Engineer McGuire regarding Keokuk County Highway Department. Board consensus was to move bridge replacement project located on 170th Street, east of What Cheer ahead - most material will be provided by county inventory. Public hearing and possible final action to vacate a portion of Road Record No. 576 located in Section 1, Township 74N, Range 11W, more particularly described as all that part of 275th Avenue from the South Skunk River north to the south right of way line of 280th Street was held. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to close the public hearing. All ayes and the public hearing closed at 9:10 a.m. No oral or written objections were received. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve the resolution vacating road record No. 576 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Berg seconded to approve
purchase of the Tyler 10 software as presented. A roll call vote was held as follows: Wood – nay; Hadley – aye; Berg – nay. Motion did not carry. Various board and committee reports were held. Wood attended 1015 Transit, RPA meetings and participated in Pathfinders conference call. Hadley attended Area 15, Board of Health and Executive Sieda meetings. Berg had no meetings to attend last week. Discussion of old/new business and public comment was not held. Met with Anna Bruen, Pathfinders RC&D Director regarding transition and services to communities within the six member counties of Davis, Jefferson, Keokuk, Mahaska, Van Buren and Wapello. Public hearing and possible final action to vacate a portion of Road Record No. 386 located in Section 36, Township 75N, Range 11W and in Section 1, Township 74N, Range 11W, more particularly described as all that part of Road Number 386 from the SE corner of the SW¼ of the SW¼ of Section 36, T75N, R11W; thence East 1095’ was held. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to close the public hearing. All ayes and the public hearing closed at 10:02 a.m. No oral or written objections were received. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the resolution vacating said road as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. On vote and motion the meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m. The above and foregoing information is a summary of the minutes taken at the above indicated meeting. The full and complete set of minutes are recorded and available at the office of the Keokuk County Auditor. SK45
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Handling and Maintaining Houseplants during Winter Houseplants provide much-needed beauty and color to a home during winter’s cold blast, but they do require some special care to keep them vibrant during freezing temperatures, even inside. What are optimal suggestions for houseplants in winter? Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists can help answer your questions about houseplants and how to handle them during the winter. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-294-3108 or hortline@iastate.edu. How often should houseplants be watered in winter? In general, houseplants require less frequent watering during the winter months than in spring and summer. Watering frequency depends upon the plant species, composition of the potting mix, environmental conditions (temperature, light and humidity), and other factors. When watering houseplants, continue to apply water
until water begins to flow out the bottoms of the pots. Discard the excess water. Should houseplants be fertilized in winter? Fertilization is generally not necessary during the winter months as most houseplants are not growing during this time. Indoor gardeners should fertilize their houseplants on a regular basis in spring and summer when plants are actively growing. What are suitable temperatures for houseplants in winter? Most houseplants prefer daytime temperatures of 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit and nighttime temperatures of 60 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit or rapid temperature fluctuations may harm some plants. Keep houseplants away from cold drafts, radiators and hot air vents. Also make sure houseplants don’t touch cold windows. How can I raise the relative humidity
indoors for my houseplants during the winter months? Many houseplants prefer a relative humidity of 40 to 50 percent. Unfortunately, the humidity level in many homes during the winter months may be only 10 to 20 percent. Humidifiers are an excellent way to increase the relative humidity in the home. Simple cultural practices also can increase the relative humidity around houseplants. Grouping plants together is an easy way to raise the humidity level. The water evaporating from the potting soil, plus water lost through the plant foliage, will increase the relative humidity in the vicinity of the houseplants. Another method is to place houseplants on trays (saucers) filled with pea gravel or pebbles. Add water to the trays, but keep the bottoms of the pots above the water level. The evaporation of water from the trays increases the relative humidity around the plants.
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U.S. Army Special Forces Staff Sgt. Jonathan McLaughlin, of Sigourney, runs with a U.S. flag as he leads the Seattle Seahawks out of the tunnel in support of the NFL’s “Salute to Service” military appreciation program before an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Monday, November 7, 2016, in Seattle (Credit: AP / Elaine Thompson)
Staff Sergeant Jonathan McLaughlin leads NFL’s Seattle Seahawks onto the field on Monday Night Football SEATTLE- Seattle’s game against the Bills on Monday Night Football hosted more than 200 service members, including some that were involved in game day activities. Hometown hero Special Forces Staff Sergeant Jonathan A. McLaughlin led the Seahawks onto the field through the tunnel carrying the United States flag November 7. The Seattle Seahawks honored every branch of the military in pre-game festivities saluting our troops. More should be said about McLaughlin and his sacrifice for his country, but at this time his full story will not be told as he is returning to service following injuries suffered overseas. Needless to say, Jon’s story has meant a lot to many people around the area, and has been met with overwhelming support for him and his family. The SK Cobras honored
The Cobras carrying McLaughlin’s uniform onto the field in their season-opener against Pekin. McLaughlin before their road game at Pekin to open the season by carrying McLaughlin’s jersey baring his number 44 out onto the field. After the game, both teams posed
for a photo with his uniform. Also, at another road game, the Regina Regals honored McLaughlin for his service and offered a prayer for his situation.
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Cubs World Series victory brings joy to local fans Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor SIGOURNEY- The impossible occurred on Wednesday, Nov. 2, the Chicago Cubs won the World Series after a 108-year draught. Now around Iowa the Cubs and Cardinals both have very strong fan bases, and both are very passionate about their respective teams, but the Cardinals have had their success through the decades winning numerous World Series titles, and the poor Cubbies have fell short of even making the Fall Classic since 1945. Just to put that in perspective, America and the World were recovering from WWII, which had ended a mere month and a half before. Billy goats, black cats and Bartman helped give us Cubs fans reasons to believe in curses and omens, but reality was the Cubs have just been historically unlucky. As Steve Goodman said in his song “The Dying Cubs Fans Last Request”, “The law of averages says anything will happen that can, but the last time the Cubs won the National League Pennant was the year we dropped the bomb on Japan.” Many of us Cubs fans are fans for more personal reasons; someone we loved very much and who may not be with us anymore was a Cub fan. This fact I know for me personally that is the case, and also three ladies I recently talked to at Deer View Manor in Sigourney this is the case as well. There are literally dozens of stories from friends and family throughout town that have a certain love for the Cubs and their lovable losing ways. For me personally my Mother’s father and my grandfather, Ricardo Avila, a farmer, who would only take a break from work on Saturdays to watch the Cubs, was a huge Cubs fan. My other
These three ladies have been rooting and waiting a long time for a Cubs World Series title, they are savoring every moment of it. (Left to Right) Lucy Lamb, Margie Griner, Jeanette Sterrett. grandfather, Jerry Holt, loved watching the Cubs every day. In fact, when he became sick, a big thing that helped my Grandmother and I help him keep his routine was the Cubs game being put on for him. He seemed at ease watching the Cubs and would get some of his best sleep during many afternoon games. My great-aunt, Sister Hugh Brady, was another huge Cubs fan in my life. I remember her having the Hawkeye games on TV with the volume turned all the way down, and the Cubs blaring on her Radio. Many Cubs fans are fans because the Cubs have helped bridge common ground in relationships that are separated through generational gaps. My story is the same with Margie Griner’s six grandchildren, all of whom are Cubs fans because of their grandmother. Margie, who at 95 jokes she is 59, has been an avid Cub fan since 1985. Her husband passed away then, and she moved into town as her husband and her lived in Webster. When
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she moved to town she was able to watch the Cubs, and since they were her late husband’s favorite team, she decided to keep track of their lineups and box scores. When her family cleaned out her house they found over 50 notebooks full of Chicago Cubs game-by-game lineups and box scores. Margie was more than happy to show me her lineup sheet from Game Seven of the World Series. She even had the substitutions, as her grandchildren called her before the game and at various times to assist her. In fact after the Cubs recorded the last out at ten till one her phone began to ring as three of her grandchildren called her throughout the next hour. She also received a visit from her neighbor Jeanette Sterrett, who is also a Cubs fan, and the two women embraced in a hug and did a little victory dance together. Margie also has a color-coordinated calendar that has the cubs games highlighted according to home and away games. To say she was ecstatic with the Cubs victory, as she sat talking with me in her brand-new 2016 World Series Champions blue tee shirt prominently displayed, would be an understatement. “ I had to stay up and watch the celebration for a while.” Was her response when I asked if the game ending so late was hard to do. She wouldn’t have missed it for the world. When asked if she felt like the Cubs could win she laughed and replied, “No. I really didn’t think they would end after all
these years, never thought I’d see it until that last out.” “Even when they had numerous heartbreaking loses, she stuck with them year after year.” Said Margie’s daughter-in-law Vicki Griner. Vickie told me that one time one of Margie’s grandchildren called and asked her when the Cubs played, Margie replied, “They usually start losing around 7:30.” If that doesn’t say Cub fan nothing will. For Margie to pick an all-time favorite Cubs player it wasn’t fair. She laughed at the question and said all of them of course. Margie also told me a recent story of three little girls who were dressed this past Halloween as Cubs players and were caring a “W” flag. They were kind enough to pose for a photo with Margie. As she told me that you could see how tickled she was at the experience, and once again I was reminded of that generational bridge that is the Chicago Cubs. Margie proudly took me outside her room to her entranceway, which she had a magnificent shrine to the Chicago Cubs. Various collectors’ items such as bobble heads, pennants and the crown jewel, an autographed baseball signed by Fergie Jenkins to Margie herself personally. After a little singing of “Go Cubs Go” Margie went on to tell me a little more about her life. I was able to talk with Margie the longest amount of time, and she was every bit the firecracker even at the young age of 95. She was quick to say her most recent birthday, remember she said is her 59th, was a Chicago Cubs themed party with her room adorned with Cubbies memorabilia and a Cubs cake. Margie Griner moved to Iowa from her home in Texas in 1949 when she married her husband. Webster’s former Mayor Skip Bohen would refer to her as the yellow Rose from Texas. So as she showed off her flowers just sent from one of her grandchildren there in the middle of blue, white and red roses was a yellow rose. Seeing the Cubs win was a wonderful moment for Margie as she smiles when asked and said, “I was so excited and happy to see them finally win it all.” Jeanette Sterrett also was over-joyed with the Cubs this season. She has been watching the Cubs for years, and
Close-up of Margie Griner’s Cubs Shrine in front of her door at Deer View.
Margie Griner’s Cubs decorations and memorabillia out proudly for visitors at Deer View to view. just like Margie, her Husband played a big role in why she was such a big fan. Jeanette’s husband loved Baseball and thoroughly enjoyed the game. This made her a huge fan, another pattern I’ve noticed. I know my Wife only watches the Cubs because I have made her watch them so many times, and she is emotionally invested in them because of my emotional investment during the game. She proudly admits this and the fact that she wouldn’t even watch Baseball if it weren’t for me. I smile at the thought of if the day comes that I am no longer here that she will be watching the Cubs, hollering at the TV and questioning the umpire’s calls, all because she married me. This is what makes sports such an emotionally bonding phenomena. At times they are able to connect people on a different level. Jeanette and Margie met about a year ago when Jeanette moved into Deer View. Jeanette, a bright and bubbly woman with a magnificent personality, almost burst into laughter when recalling watching the end of the Cubs
World Series clinching victory. “I knew Marge would be awake, so I went on over and I gave her a little dance and a hug. I think it is just wonderful that after all these years that they finally did it. We were both just so happy.” Jeanette said referring to visiting with Margie after the game. Lucy Lamb was another resident of Deer View who I was able to visit with about her love for the Cubs, and guess what she loves them because of her husband as well. Lucy has been watching the Cubs since 1943, when she was married. “ I’ve stayed up until two in the morning to watch them at times.” Said Lucy regarding her patience with waiting so long for the Cubs to finally be world champions. When asked about whom her favorite Cubs were on this team she replied, “ Rizzo, Bryant and Arrieta. However, I love whichever one can get a hit..” She never believed she would ever see this day either, especially when the Cubs were down three games to one in the series. These three wonderful ladies are a mere glimpse at all the beautiful stories of Chicago Cubs fans and loved ones regarding their championship. The Cubs winning the World Series means that they won’t be those loveable losers anymore, and hopefully they can win a few more for these ladies and other fans to enjoy over the next couple season’s. Losing the manicure “the lovable losers” doesn’t mean the Cubs will lose fans, if anything they gained fans. It does mean that those who already dislike the Cubs will now all out hate the Cubs, much like many people hate the Yankees, including myself, The stories from this championship are so unique and how the Cubs had to come back from 3-1 and win two straight on the road is really nothing short of a pretty Cubs-way of doing it. As fans we expected nothing less of shear drama and arguably the greatest World Series ever played. The Chicago Cubs will always have a special place in many people’s hearts, and it is mostly because of what the Cubs meant to those they loved. A undeniable chain-reaction of fandom that exists rarely in many other professional athletic franchises to the dramatic extent as it does with the Chicago Cubs. It could be another 100 years before they win another one, and you know what that would be alright, because as Cubs fans know there will always be a next year, but this was their year.
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