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2016 Memorial Tree of Lights

What Cheer Public Library is hosting the 2016 Memorial Tree of Lights on displaying from Thanksgiving to the New Year.

A Keota Christmas

A Keota Christmas will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3. The Holiday Market will take place 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Church. Tour of Homes will take place from 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Speech Soup Supper and Festival of Trees will be held at Lagos Acres from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Holiday Tour of Homes

The 2016 Holiday Tour of Homes, hosted by the Friends of the Sigourney Public Library, will take place on Sunday, December 4, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Classical Music at Clear Creek

The Southeast Iowa Symphony, Chamber Orchestra will perform at Clear Creek Church on December 4 at 2 p.m. Donations welcome.

Barn Wired/ Cherished Memories Grand Openings and Von. G Arts Open House

Barn Wired will host a Grand Opening of their new location on 110 E Washington Street in Sigourney on Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cherished Moments Photography will host a Grand Opening of their new studio at 700 ½ E South Street in Sigourney on Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Von G. Arts will host an Open House alongside Cherished Moments on Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Vendor Fair and Visit from Santa

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2016 Holiday Tour of Homes The 2016 Holiday Tour of Homes, sponsored by the Friends of the Sigourney Public Library will take place this year on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.. Advance tickets will be available at the Sigourney Public Library. On the day of, tickets will be available at the Library after 12:30 p.m. and refreshments will be served.

Jeff and Darian Graff 935 W. Jackson Street

As you walk onto the Graff residence, a “Merry Christmas” projection greets you upon the garage wall. Santa and his reindeer have arrived early on the lawn, along with other holiday decorative lights across the porch. The windows on the front of the house are riddled with decorations, as well as the door itself. The moment you walk in the door, a Christmas tree to your right welcomes you in. The well-lit living room contains a charming town set up atop the entertainment center. Down the stairs and into the family room, you’ll notice a familiar jolly face staring back at you on pillows, decorations, you name it. This is the Santa room, and rightfully so because of the red walls that Saint Nick himself would certainly approve of. Plenty of green is mixed in with the décor of the room, including the Christmas tree wrapped in white ribbon and red ornaments adorning the branches.

Steve and Staci Shettler 905 W Spring Street

The home of Steve and Staci Shettler takes on a shade of jolly red each year for the holidays. Each room gets some Christmas cheer with decorations collected over the years at flea markets and passed down through generations. In the basement, the Shettlers have set up several theme trees including a Star Wars tree, a Hawkeye tree and a doggie tree, also complete with pro wrestling memorabilia. While this may not scream sleigh bells and mistletoe, it’s what Steve refers to as the “Ultimate Christmas Man-Cave.” Traut’s Ice Cream Parlor, once owned by Staci’s grandfather, inspired the Shettler dining area. The retro feel and decorative scene, combined with strong Christmas smells, make for a cozy atmosphere. According to Staci, there are a lot of sentimental pieces in this room and throughout their house.

A Vendor Fair and visit from Santa Claus will take place at Delta Neighbors Gas and Grill on Sunday, December 4 from 2 p.m to 5 p.m.

Keswick Commercial Club Annual Appreciation Pancake Supper

The Keswick Commercial Club will host its Annual Appreciation Pancake Supper at Keswick American Legion Hall on Sunday, December 4 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Tree of Memories Light Ceremony

Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Keokuk County Courthouse Rotunda

Music at Delta Neighbors

Gary and Jaci Jarmes 18888 200th Ave (Keswick Rd)

Delta Neighbors Gas and Grill will host James Moore and Friends for a night of music on December 10 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Continued on page 2

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Don and Rhonda Herr 20775 200th Ave. (Keswick Rd)

Over 10 Christmas trees are located in the new home of Don and Rhonda Herr, which they moved into in October of last year. In fact, the goal is to have a festive tree in each room of their house. The trees won’t be the only green you see, as the Herr’s love live plants, and plenty of

them Red bows tied by Rhonda are placed across all the stair railings and all around the spacious living room. Weather permitting, you can get a tour of the completed deck, fixed with delightful lights. Afterwards, folks can enjoy punch and cookies in the garage.

When decorating their home for the holidays, Gary and Jaci Jarmes want two things to truly stick out: faith and family. Christmas is featured as soon as you pull into the roundabout, with a giant wreath on the front of the house. Inside and to the right, the dining

room is already set up for a big Christmas meal. The silverware belonged to Jaci’s grandmother, while the table belonged to Gary’s grandmother. A lovely, skinny tree stands in front of the window, while the piano in the corner is adorned with lights and greenery.

The main features of the living room are the large tree decorated in family ornaments, and the fireplace with stockings hung above. Faith is ever present with crosses, a nativity scene and a reminder of the reason for the season sprinkled around the household.

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Manor House Sing-A-Long Continued from page 1

7th Annual Breakfast with Santa Enjoy breakfast with Santa at the Sigourney Public Library on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Free will donations accepted.

Sigourney Library After School Program All times are 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13: Kindergarten through 1st graders will be making candy cane elves Wednesday, Dec 14: 2nd through 3rd graders will be making candy can elves Thursday, Dec 15: 4th through

6th graders will be making stocking hat ornaments:

Career Fair

IowaWorks Southern Iowa, Sigourney Schools and SADC will be hosting a Career Fair for local employers on Wednesday, Dec 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sigourney Jr/Sr High School. Interested businesses must complete a form by Monday, Dec. 5 and submit toe Brenda Curran at brenda.curran@iwd.iowa.gov.

Bingo at Sigourney Health Care and Assisted Living

Sing-A-Long at Manor House Care Center in Sigourney is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The entire community is encouraged to attend.

Keokuk County Public Health Keokuk County Public Health Immunization Clinic is the third Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free clinic for children without insurance or underinsured. Blood pressure checks are also available on a walk-in basis.

Toddler Story Time

Toddler story time is held Mondays at the Sigourney Public Library from 111:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. All children are welcome attend with their parents/ guardians, caregivers. Enjoy stories, songs and crafts. (Sept. 19 and Sept. 26)

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Food Pantry

Bingo at Sigourney Health Care and Assisted Living is Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

Keokuk County Community Services food referrals are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Courthouse in Sigourney.

Breakfast with Santa The Sigourney Public Library will be hosting Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. A light breakfast of waffles, a yogurt bar and more will be provided. Children will have a chance to tell Santa Claus what’s on your wish list as they wander through a Winter Wonderland, listen to Christmas stories being told throughout the library. Santa’s Workshop with Mrs. Claus will allow kids to create

a festive craft to take home. There will also be a special mailbox, so make sure to bring your letters to Santa along. Santa’s elves will be available for pictures, along with special guests The Ice Queen and Snow Princess. All ages are invited to this open house and encouraged to come dressed in their pajamas. There will also be art pieces from local artists for sale in a silent auction. This event is free will donation.

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MILESTONES

Obituaries

Carolyn Ann Kerkove

Carolyn Ann Kerkove joined our Lord in Heaven on November 26, 2016 surrounded by family at her home in Sigourney, Iowa. She was born on August 28, 1936 to Frank and Viola (Jacobs) Bensmiller. She graduated from Sigourney High School in 1954. She married Frank Kerkove on July 31, 1960 at the Sigourney Christian Church and lived and raised her family in Sigourney. Carolyn is survived by her husband Frank, children Craig, Paul, Tracy, Steve and Candy, son and daughters in law, sister Marilyn Glandon and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was most happy when her house was full with family and friends during holidays and special occasions. A memorial celebration is being held in her honor at her home in Sigourney on Friday, December 2, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Family and friends are invited. The family requests donations be made to Keokuk County Hospice in lieu of flowers. To donate: Web: https://www.mahaskahealth.org/donate-online.html Tel: 641.672.3315 Carolyn was a loving wife and caring mother with a big heart and warm smile. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed.

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Smith-Jones Marriage

Kaileen Joy Smith and Lucas Michael Jones were married October 8 at Lawrence Household (outdoors) in McClelland, officiated by Pastor Jim Parker. Kaileen is the daughter of Diana and Gregory Smith of Bellevue, NE and the granddaughter of the late Quincy and Joan Colbert of Sigourney. Kaileen is a graduate of Grace University. Lucas is the son of Debra and Rod Bennink, and Mark Cogswell, all of Council Bluffs. He is a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelors in Ministry. The Matron of Honor was Chris-

Santa set to arrive in Delta December 4

Allen Jeffrey Griner Allen Jeffrey Griner, 63, died November 25, 2016 at the Keokuk County Health Center in Sigourney, Iowa. He was born September 17, 1953 to Keith Albert and Marjorie Mauldin Griner in Sigourney. He graduated from English Valleys High School in 1972, On September 1, 1979 he married Vicki Lynn Rhea at the Presbyterian Church in Sigourney. Jeff farmed the family farm until 1994. He was employed as a custodian at English Valley Care Center, Keota Community Schools and Sigourney Community Schools, retiring in 2014. He was a member of the Webster United Methodist Church and the Keokuk County Retired School Personal. He was preceded in death by his father Keith Griner and brother Carl Joe Griner. He survived by his wife Vicki, son Lucas Jennings Griner of Adel, daughter Katelyn Margorie Griner of West Des Moines, mother Marjorie Griner of Sigourney, and sister Janet (Terry) Butler of Iowa City. Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Monday Webster Methodist Church, Webster, Iowa Burial: Private family burial at a later date Sorden Cemetery, Webster, Iowa A memorial fund has been established. Arrangements by Holm Funeral Home.

Bob and Bonny Weber

Weber 60th Anniversary Bob and Bonny Weber are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary on December 15th. Shower them with cards at 501 W. Keokuk Ave., Keota, IA 52248.

Amie Van Patten Regional Editor An annual trip from Santa and Mrs. Claus will take place on December 4 from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Neighbor’s Gas and Grill. The Delta Days Committee has put this event on for the last three years giving children a chance to visit with Santa as well as let their parents shop at the vendor fair which will be taking place. Treats will be available and children may also pick up a coloring sheet to return before December 16 for the coloring contest hosted by Neighbors Gas and Grill.

John Daniel ‘Dan’ Wood John Daniel “Dan” Wood of 46 Kentworth Court, Flemington, NJ, died on Sunday, Nov. 13. He was the beloved husband of Sheryl L. (nee Jemison) and devoted father to Stephanie, Michelle, and John and father-in-law to Christopher Polley. He was an adoring Papa to Katharine Polley. Dan was the dear son of Martin Daniel Wood Jr. (deceased) and Elizabeth Ann Axmear (nee Baylor) and step son to David Axmear. He is also survived by an abundance of loving family members: his siblings Douglas Wood, David Allen Wood and wife Pam, Daryl Wood and wife Susan, and Darci Axmear and partner Maria Cashman, and his Aunt Joanne Bair and husband Larry Bair, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws. Dan was predeceased by his brother, Daryn Axmear. Dan was born in Oskaloosa on September 5, 1957. His early years were spent in What Cheer. He graduated from Sigourney High School in 1975 and received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1770. His career as an Intellectual Property attorney took him many places in his life, but Iowa was always home in his heart. Dan grew up in the Sigourney-What Cheer area and was a proud Hawkeye through and through, graduating from the University of Iowa School of Law in 1982. Dan loved watching Big Ten Football, reading historical novels, rescuing Labrador Retrievers, and engaging in lively debate with family and friends. Dan always appreciated the opportunities he had to combine his love of chemistry and learning with his great regard for the law. Memorial services will be held in Sigourney and Decatur, IL in the spring. In lieu of flowers, friends are invited to make a contribution to an organization that was dear to Dan’s heart: The Lost Bridge Great Banquet, 655 S. Airport Road, Decatur, IL 62521. Or consider making a donation to Philabundance, 3616 S. Galloway Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148.

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Annual Appreciation Pancake Supper at Keswick American Legion Hall

Sunday, December 4 serving from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

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The What Cheer Volunteer Fire Department and the City of What Cheer put It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Keokuk Christmas lights throughout the down- County Freedom Rock with a homemade wreath made town area in the rain on Sunday, Nov. 28. by Melanie Vermillion and stand made by Dan Behrens.

The Family of Leroy Brown wish to Thank all the Friends, Family, and Community members who shared in the celebration of Buster’s life. The outpouring of concern and care was a great support to Larry, Tom, and the whole family. His memory will be sustained with the many gifts of food, flowers, and contributions to the Lancaster Church and the Sigourney Public Library. Thank you all so much.

The Brown Family

Friends of the Sigourney Public Library Tour of Homes

Sunday, December 4 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

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tianna Smith, sister of the bride. Bridesmaids were Amy Smolen, Rachel Masuda, Natalie Gwaltney, Jenn Will, Anisha Whitcomb, Theresa Nguyen, Gabby DeGagne and Katie Pelletie. The Best Man was Ethan Fossett, best friend. Groomsmen were Josh Jones, Adam Smith, Paul Parker, James Gwaltney, Jacob Waddell, Michael Ross and Jesse Black. Musicians: Christopher Smolen, Tiffany Black. Ushers: Jon Goombi, Joel Rodriguez and Jared Teft. The reception was held at Sokol Hall, Omaha, NE. The honeymoon was at Lake Tahoe, California.

Dec. 1: Travis Molyneux Dec. 2: Ashley Stek; Colleen Shipley; Sandra George Dec. 4: Emily Crosser Dec. 5: Carter Thomas; Craig Barnard; Ryan Kirby; Serena Erwin; Sharon Ter Fehn; Tony McAdams Dec. 6: Cameron Schultz; Elijah Bunn; Gabriel Bunn; Mary Ann Snakenberg Dec. 7: Bryan Ewing; Colt Brumbaugh; Jim Striegel; Karilynn Reeves Dec. 8: Debbie Decker; Elizabeth Darnell; Jacey Thomas; Lucas Roland Dec. 9: Amy Bates-VanGenderen; Bonnie Newcombe; Caroline Ridgeway; Raymond Baird Dec. 10: Ava Schultz; Cathy Doorneweerd; John Sullivan Dec. 12: Alexandria (Lexie) Daxton; Bleyke Mullen; Jeff Foubert; Sara Jan DeBoef Dec. 13: Ashley Thompson; Cade Molyneux; Courtney Thompson; Ellia Gibbons; Jeremy Darnell; Katie Gunderson; Lucy Ann Doorneweerd; Rachel Flint Dec. 14: Hayden McAdams; Jackson Doorneweerd; Maxine Hull; Molly Mauer; Scott Stefanc; Shawn Striegel; Zachery Bolinger Dec. 15: Kenny Daxton; Lucas Ewing; Tyson Sarber Dec. 16: Dixie Shipley; Tyson Garber Dec. 17: Adelynn Noel DeBoef Dec. 18: Ethan Bair; Mel Foubert Dec. 19: Jessica VanPatten; Levi Molyneux; Myra Kerger

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Vendor Fair and Visit from Santa at Neighbors Gas & Grill, Delta

Sunday, December 4 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Santa will be visiting from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Young Living, Posh, thirty-one, Gold Canyon, Scentsy, Upper Case Living, Legging Army, T-shirts by Tosha, Pampered Chef and more

Tour THE HoMES oF:

Steve and Staci Shettler - 905 West Spring St. Jeff and Darian Graff - 935 W. Jackson Street Gary and Jaci Jarmes - 18888 200th Ave. (Keswick Road) Donnie Jr. and Rhonda Herr - 20775 200th Ave. (Keswick Road)

Tickets $10.00 available at the Library the day of the event

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Just reminiscing

By Hilda Souer The other day as I watched leaves fall off of different trees, it made me think back to childhood days and the trees, etc., in our yard. The first coming to mind was the mulberry tree located SE of our house. What I remembered most of all was its being the location of the swing for my brother and I to enjoy. Then, directly in front of our house were two evergreen or pine trees which I thought of as trees because they were about the same size and shape. Located to their west was a large lilac bush… and I always loved its odor. Located to the north of it was the tall rose bush that I ran into when learning to ride a bicycle with my father’s help. In referring to a rose bush I forgot to mention the roses located east of the evergreen trees. It was a different variety no tall, but in a circle along the fence line below the mul-

berry tree. Many times chicken (especially roosters) were hiding there and loved to chase me! As my brother and I got older our parents placed some fruit trees north of our house. Later, when they wanted a garage (with an area to have tools, etc. to do repairs) they had the orchard changed to the area to the northwest… for apples and cherry trees. In this time of early childhood, our vegetable garden was in a rather large area west of where the first fruit trees were and south of where the fruit trees were in the second location. Since my maternal grandparents lived the next site east of us, they shared some of the fruit in their orchard. The had cherry, two apple, peach trees, and also raspberries. Then, there were gooseberries in the pasture areas of their place and also at our place.

Letter to the editor Once in a great while events occur that expose the actual hidden agendas of those surrounding us. We’ve recently been “blessed” with not one…but two such occurrences. The first such phenomena was brought to us by a Donald Trump rise to political fame and his eventual presidency. We had the opportunity to watch almost all of those inside the mainstream media cabal coming fully out of the closet…and completely stop their pretended “objectivity”…with full-on leftist ideologies that put them in league with the old Soviet Union’s Pravda TV and newspaper propaganda machines. Trump’s frontal-assault on D.C. corruption was also met with ferocity from both political parties and virtually everyone connected with the bureaucratic inside-the-beltway Mafia. Folks like me have been openly scorned and ridiculed for labeling the Democrat Party, “progressives” and all like-minded folks of this ilk…as being full-out Commu-

nists/socialists. The second event, the death of Fidel Castro, most certainly lent proof to that claim. Immediately following the death of one of the most vile and murderous Communist dictators of all times…the aforementioned group began a mourning period akin to the death of Mother Teresa. (A stranger to this planet would have imagined Castro as being the savior of modern civilization.) Trump’s election win has proven that the bulk of Americans have FINALLY figured out the evil that has been surrounding them for years. The hidden agendas of our internal enemies have been exposed. Ed Dursky Ottumwa

Emergency Services prepare for disaster By CJ Eilers News Editor Disaster can strike at anytime in Keokuk County. Whether it be man made or Mother Nature at its worst, the Keokuk County Emergency Management Agency does everything it can to prepare for any scenario. The Emergency Management Agency is under the direction of Coordinator Larry Smith, who has 32 years of experience in this position. Smith coordinates all necessary activities to ensure effective operation during an emergency. Responders such as police, fire, EMS, public works and other private groups are organized to address inclement weather such as tornadoes, where Smith works with storm watchers to gather info and determine what needs to happen. When a city or county needs assistance, they coordinate with Smith. “My father was a firefighter, so I’ve always been raised in this field,” Smith said. “I’ve always had this mentality to volunteer and serve, and have done so for 35 years.” Annually, first responders participate in a run through of a scenario to gauge how well the departments

respond and work together. These facilitated scenarios play out real events to also show if plans set in place were being followed or are effective. “There’s a certain amount of planning to figure out who is necessary for an event,” Smith said. “Knowing your territory and practicing makes our work run effectively.” If local departments cannot handle a disaster, Smith makes the call for state aid, which may include deploying the Iowa National Guard. In rare situations, federal aid can also be provided if the situation is dire. While Emergency Management is ready for whatever strikes, Smith also recommends that homeowners and businesses develop their own disaster plans. According to Smith, families should have 72 hours worth of food, medicine, cash and other essentials ready in case they have to leave their home for several days. The same goes for businesses, especially to have cash ready. With ATMs possible out due to power outages, Smith insists that relying on credit cards can be a dangerous practice in emergency situations.

Tales of the Ancient Sportsman By Burdell Hensley What a wonderful Thanksgiving and I hope yours was great as well. The Ancient-ess and I had Thanksgiving dinner at Lori’s place with Rob and Alyssia and all the Iowa grandkids. After dinner, we loaded the Prius and headed for the Cherokee Nation. We made it as far as Kearney, MO. After the first good night’s rest is some time, we were on our way down I-35 to I-49. That still confuses me because I-49 was always Highway 71. Anyway, it still goes to the same place. Got on I-40 at Joplin and rolled into the Cherokee Nation about 2:30 p.m. The Little Cherokee Maiden and the rest of the tribe were delighted to see us and we were quite pleased to see them as well. Will and Tyler, the new foster children are warming up to us. Rick understands that the Iowa-Nebraska football game is something special, so he had that on the tube. So after getting all the greetings made, I settled in and watched the Hawkeyes shuck the cornshuckers. I love it, I love it, I Love it! Oops, that was the line of someone else. Anyway, I liked it and now we can talk about bowl possibilities. About mid-season, I didn’t think the Hawks deserved to be in a bowl, but they have finished strong. My choice would have been an Iowa-Arkansas matchup, but the Hogs lost to Missouri Saturday. That will probably drop Arkansas into a lower level bowl while the Hawks should have enhances their bowl opportunities. Perhaps a warm weather bowl somewhere. With seven kids and no carpeting, Rick and Lavonda’s house is wall to wall noise. It is impossible for me to carry on a conversation as I hear lots of voices, but not the one I am supposed to hear. So I holed up in the TV room with an occasional visit to the activity room. Austin, Tim and Joey would come in and watch the Hawks with me now and then. It was nice of them to root for the Hawkeyes, but their allegiance is to the Sooners of Oklahoma. I guess that figures as they go to school with mostly Sooner fans. There are a few Okie State fans, but not many. The Sooners and the Cowboys meet this Saturday and that could be interesting. The Sooners are ranked No. 8 and the Cowboys No. 10. They call the game the “Bedlam Game”, and it could be just that. So that things remain as normal as possible for the kids, we always get a hotel room in neighboring Van Bu-

Tales of the Ancient Sportsman By Burdell Hensley Columnist ren, AR. Saturday morning I was up early to do my walking. I had walked a couple of time around the motel lots and I needed to go a little longer. I just had a feeling that I was to go across the street and walk around the Cinema parking lot. At the far side of the lot, I found a dime. The head wasn’t up, so it was not my lucky day, but it was about to be the lucky day for someone else. Just a few steps further, I noticed a card on the pavement. I thought it was a business card, but it was an American Express card. It was a fairly new card as it didn’t expire until 6-21. I went back to the hotel and looked for the name in the phone book. There was nobody with that name, but there were four with the same last name. I called all four, but only one answered. She didn’t know anyone by that name. The next step was to go to the Police Station. The dispatcher called in an officer that was in the area and he found the lady by the name on the card. He delivered the card to her door and he also gave her my name and phone number. It wasn’t long and my “Dumb Phone” went off and a very grateful lady was on the other end. Her story was incredible and now I know why I was supposed to walk in the cinema lot. She and her husband have five foster children and they took them to a movie Friday night for a special outing. Her husband had her card and apparently while getting the kids all strapped into the car, the card fell on the ground. I told her that we had a lot in common as my son and his wife have five foster kids as well as two of their own. I am a firm believer that God puts us places for special things to happen. Tuesday night I went up to Montezuma for the Montezuma-Pella Christian girl’s game. I had not been to Montezuma for some time and was surprised to walk into a beautiful new gym trimmed in Montezuma blue. It was great to see Al Rabenold and many other old friends from Montezuma and surrounding area. Montezuma owned the first half and then PC put on a spirited second half rally to pull out a 48-43 win. That

makes two ranked Class 2-A schools the Eagles have beaten in the past week. Last weekend they beat No. 5 Van Meter and Tuesday they beat No. 12 Montezuma. Let’s see what happened in our yesterdays. 45 years ago: Dec. 6, 1971 – Eddyville splits at Colfax. The boys took a 55-51 win with Barry Farmer scoring 19 points and Terry Heckenberg ripping down 21 rebounds. The girls dropped a 83-72 decision despite a 52 point explosion by Julie Johnson. Dec. 6 – The North Mahaska girls upset Pleasantville75-68. Nina Moore led the Warhawks with 40 points and LuAnn Phillips added 20. The boys took a 75-56 win with Dave DeYoung draining 26 points and Tom Mitchell adding 25. Dec. 7- Sigourney sweeps BGM. A basket by Pat Joachim with eight seconds left gave the girls a 68-67 win. Amy Marget led the Lady Savages with 35 points and Joachim added 29. The boys went into overtime to post a 6865 win. Dan Arduser led the way with 23 points and Jim Kahler added 18. 25 years ago: Dec. 9, 1991- A baseline jump shot by Matt Tanis gave Central a dramatic 74-72 win over Penn. Jerry Martin led Penn with 37 points while Hart led Central with 16. Dec. 11- Eddyville uses balance to nip North Mahaska 54-52. Heidi Blizzard led the Rockets with 19 points and Jennifer Harter added 18. Michelle Davis led NM with 25 points. The Rocket boys used late free throws to snatch a 62-58 win. Terry Fry led the Rockets with 18 points and Todd Schlotter added 14. Laird Dahm led the Warhawks with 25 points. 15 years ago: Dec. 5, 2001- The North Mahaska defense smothered Montezuma 54-39. Grant Stout led the Warhawks with 22 points and Trevor Harkema added 19. Dec. 5- The Eddyville boys edge Davis County 58-54. Andrew Sieren led the Rockets with 23 points and Clint Kelsey added 12. Dec. 10 – Eddyville’s Matt Adreon, Tri-County’s Nate Clubb and North Mahaska’s Lincoln Taylor won championships at the Tri-County Wrestling tourney. Dec. 10 – The North Mahaska girls rallied past BGM 56-47. Megan Ryan led NM with 18 points. Have a great week and I would love it if we could squeeze out one more week of nice weather. I have a very busy week coming up and nice weather would help. Also I want to pass along a big thank you to the couple of readers that gave me a beautiful Christmas CD at Taso’s last week.

Board of Supervisors discuss repairs on 200th Street crossing By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met for their regular weekly meeting on Monday, Nov. 28 to discuss a crossing repair project with the County Engineer. The crossing in question is located on 200th Street north of Sigourney. It is a low water crossing that according to County Engineer Andrew McGuire has a hole in the surface, collapsed pipes and other undermining issues. This particular project was not on the list of projects,

which requires it to be considered by the Board. Another project on the county’s five year plan will either be pushed back to make room for this project, or the 200th Street crossing will have to wait. Two bids were presented for the project from Iowa Bridge and Culvert out of Washington for $74,000 and McCulley Culvert Inc. out of Barnes City for approximately $86,000. A temporary fix was also considered. No decision was made about the 200th Street crossing. County Treasurer Christine Ed-

mundson presented the Annual Treasurer Report for the period from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 to the Board. After reviewing the report, the Board approved the Treasurer’s Report. The report can be viewed in the legal section of this issue of The News-Review. An application for a full time Dispatcher/Jailer was presented to the Board. The recommended applicant was Andrea Higginbotham for $13 an hour beginning on November 28. Higginbotham was approved by the Board for the position.

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Bethel United Methodist Church

Pastor Nick Needham 319-329-6070 Located 6 miles east of Sigourney on Hwy. 92 Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10:30 a.m.

The Church Of Living Water

Shane Jarr, Pastor 13 North Main St., Hedrick Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship - 10:40 a.m.; Evening Services - 7 p.m. Bible Study Wednesdays - 6 p.m.

Delta Christian Church

108 W 3rd St. Worship: Sunday at 9 a.m.

Delta United Methodist Church

Vince Homan, Pastor Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School for Elementary age children is at 9:30-10:15 a.m.

English River Church of the Brethren

Diana Lovett, Pastor 29252 137th St., South English 319-667-5235 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m.

Farson Baptist Church

Jerry Newman, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church

308 N. Jefferson St. Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Worship Service, 10 a.m.; Bible Study, Wed. 6:30 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church 215 N Jefferson St, Sigourney Rev. Jim Stout 641-622-2247 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.

Gibson Presbyterian Church

Hans Cornelder, Pastor Worship, 10 to 11 a.m.; Sunday School, 9 to 9:45 a.m. Youth Group: Second Sunday of the month at 5 p.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.

Hedrick First Christian

Pastor John Lewis 206 Park St. Hedrick Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Gathering for Worship, 10:45 a.m.

Hedrick-Martinsburg United Methodist Church

Tim Schoepf, Pastor 203 N. Spring St., Hedrick 641-653-4477 Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m.

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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.

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Sigourney Christian Church

David D. Welch, Pastor 308 S. Jefferson, 641-622-2151 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Adult Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service: 10:45 a.m. Elder Gathering 1st Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.; Board meets 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. CWF meet immediately following; Sisters meet each Thursday at 6:30 p.m.

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What Cheer Baptist Church

Pastor DJ Danner 641-660-9948 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 a.m.; Adult Bible Study is on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; Sunday evening services, 6:30 p.m.

What Cheer United Methodist Church

Rev. Vince Homan Sunday School, 9:30; Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Youth Group, Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

What Cheer Christian Church

Larry Naylor, Pastor Worship: Sundays 10:30 a.m.

What Cheer Hilltop Chapel

John and Pat DeBoef, Pastors 506 E Briney St. Phone: 641-634-2839 Sunday: 10a.m.-11:30 a.m., Worship; 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Children’s Church on lower level.

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New Burdock Pavilion built at fairgrounds By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Fair remains a vivid memory of Harry Burdock’s childhood. While growing up in What Cheer with his grandparents, Dick and Minnie, Burdock remembers attending the fair and having his grandmother involved. He remembers his grandfather as “a simple man...if you needed him, he would help.” “They were a big influence on me and I wanted to honor them,” Burdock said. “Since 2010, I’ve been looking for a way to do so, and found it with the fairgrounds.” Burdock did so by personally designing a new pavilion on the fairgrounds as a memorial to his grandparents. The pavilion stands next to Thomas Hall, and will act as exten-

The Burdock Pavilion, designed by Harry Burdock in memory of his grandparents Dick and Minnie Burdock, will host plenty of events for the What Cheer community over the years. sion of the hall and a place for rent wiring, more cement and it will be community,” Bob Dugger, President to host grad parties, fair events and ready to go. of the Keokuk County Fair said. flea market events in the future. All “It’s a nice addition to our fair- “We thank Harry for this generous the structure needs now is electrical grounds and will be enjoyed by the contribution.”

Trust Notice TRUST NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF THE TRUST: Ralph V. Glider and Opal G. Glider Revocable Trust To all persons regarding Opal G. Glider, deceased, who died on or about 17th day of October, 2016. You are hereby notified that Duane Munson is the Successor Trustee of the Ralph V. Glider and Opal G. Glider Revocable Trust dated August 4, 2000. Any action to contest the validity of the trust must be brought in the District Court of Keokuk County, Iowa, within the later to occur of four (4) months from the date of second publication of this notice or thirty (30) days from the date of mailing this notice to all heirs of the decedent settlor and the spouse of the decedent settlor whose identities are reasonably ascertainable. Any suit not filed within this period shall be forever barred. Notice is further given that any person or entity possessing a claim against the trust must mail proof of the claim to the trustee at the address listed below via certified mail, return receipt requested, by the later to occur of four (4) months from the second publication of this notice or thirty (30) days from the date of mailing this notice if required or the claim shall be forever barred unless paid or otherwise satisfied. Dated this 15th day of November, 2016. Ralph V. Glider and Opal G. Glider Revocable Trust Dated August 4, 2000, by: Duane Munson, Successor Trustee 2131 1st Ave. SE, Condo #112 Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 Thomas M. Buchanan, ICIS PIN No: AT0001162 Attorney for Trustee Bloethe, Elwood and Buchanan 702 Third Street, P.O. Box L Victor, IA 52347 Date of second publication 30th day of November, 2016. S47-2

Public Notice

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PURCHASE AND ASSUMPTION Notice is hereby given that County Bank, located at 201 South Jefferson, Sigourney, Iowa 52591, has made application to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for its written consent to purchase the assets and assume certain liabilities of Hartwick State Bank, located at 207 Main Street, Hartwick, Iowa 52232. It is contemplated that all offices of the above-named institutions will continue to be operated. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments in writing with the Regional Director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its regional office located at 1100 Walnut, Suite 2100, Kansas City, Missouri 64106 not later than December 19, 2016. The non-confidential portions of the application are on file in the regional office identified above and are available for public inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the non-confidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request. S46/48/50

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Keokuk County Board Proceedings KEOKUK COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS NOVEMBER 21, 2016 The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met in regular session, Monday, November 21, 2016 in the Board Room of the Courthouse. All members were present. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the agenda. All ayes and motion carried. Discussion regarding proposed disposition terms, conditions and details for sale of county owned real estate located at the SW corner of Highway 21 and County Road G13 (120th Street) approximately 2 miles east of Gibson and 5 miles north of What Cheer was held. No decision was made today. Met with Engineer McGuire regarding Keokuk County Highway Department. Keokuk County was awarded $82,436 to be used towards Phase II of the Belva Deer Trail by the Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) last Wednesday evening, November 16, 2016. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve award of bridge replacement contract for Project Number L-620870-73-54 to Herberger Construction, low bid, in the amount of $143,212 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried was held. This bridge replacement is located on 170th Street and will be using material from the East Yards. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve the November 14 and November 15, 2016 minutes as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the claim listing dated November 21, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Various board and committee reports were held. Wood attended HIPAA, 10-15 Transit and Fifth District meetings. Hadley attended Semco, Washington County Riverboat Foundation and Fifth District meetings. Berg attended Regional Case Management and Fifth District meetings last week. Discussion of old/new business and public comment was held. The Board was approached regarding placement of lights on the roof outline of the Courthouse. Further information will be gathered. On vote and motion the meeting adjourned at 9:41 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. CLAIM DATE: November 21, 2016 AAA MEMBERSHIP 104.95 ABILITY NETWORK 303.00 ACCESS SYSTEMS 40.94 AGRILAND FS 2,693.83 AHLERS & COONEY 500.00 ALL AM PEST CONTROL 135.00

Burdock, who lives in Ottumwa and runs a storage facility, was able to design the pavilion and enlisted workers out of Moravia to construct it. His vision is to have picnic benches set inside and provide crowds another option for seating at the fair. “I attended one of the great flea markets there and saw that there was a need for more space,” Burdock said. “I asked permission to construct this pavilion for my grandparents and they were very interested. The folks running the fairgrounds were great to work with and we got the job done.”

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Notice Of Sheriff’s Levy And Sale Iowa District Court Keokuk County Court Case #EQEQ040873 Civil #16-000507 STATE OF IOWA KEOKUK COUNTY Wells Fargo Bank NA VS. Tristan D. Garber; Regina L. Garber Special Execution As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) real estate described below to satisfy the judgment. The Property to be sold is The North 20 Acres of the Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 36, Township 77 North, Range 13 West of the 5th P.M., Keokuk County, Iowa Property Address: 15594 150th Ave., What Cheer, IA 50268 The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale: January 10, 2017; Sale Time: 10:00 A.M.; Place of Sale: Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office Lobby, 204 S. Stone St., Sigourney, IA 52591 Homestead: Defendant is advised that if the described real estate includes the homestead (which must not exceed 1/2 acre if within a city or town plat, or, if rural, must not exceed 40 acres), defendant must file a homestead plat with the Sheriff within ten (10) days after service of this notice, or the sheriff will have it platted and charge the costs to this case. This sale not subject to Redemption. Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if acceptable. Judgment Amount: $162,890.03; Costs: $285; Accruing Costs: $0.00; Interest: $3,137.31; Sheriff’s Fees: Pending. Attorney C Anthony Crnic 925 4th St. Waterloo, IA 50703 319-234-2530 Date: November 14, 2016. /s/ Casey J. Hinnah Keokuk County Sheriff 47-2

Delta City Council Minutes

DELTA CITY COUNCIL MEETING THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2016 - 6:00 PM DELTA CITY HALL The Delta City Council met in regular session Thursday, November 10, 2016, at the Delta City Hall. The meeting was held a day later than normal due to the elections. Mayor Votroubek called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Councilmembers answering roll call were as follows: Walker, Barb Fisher, Todd Fisher. Absent: Rostami. Others present for the meeting Kaleigh Robertson, Jim Carey and the City Clerk. Upon motion by Walker and second by Barb Fisher, the consent agenda was approved as presented. Roll Call Vote: Walker, aye; Barb Fisher, aye; Todd Fisher, aye. Motion passed. Old/New Business: Jim Carey discussed a dog complaint with the Council and Mayor. The Clerk was instructed to consult the City Attorney, Dustin Hite with the complaint. Also discussed were two properties in town which the Mayor and Council believe are becoming nuisance properties; letters will be sent to the owners asking they attend the next regular meeting in December to discuss what can be done to avoid legal action. Barb Fisher made a motion to accept the resignation of Councilmember Dawn Whitmore, as she has moved out of town. Walker seconded the motion. All ayes. The Council will look at the advertisement for Council appointment at the December meeting; and look forward to filling the vacancy at the January 2017 meeting. Walker presented and moved to adopt Resolution #11-10-16A - A Resolution Providing for Reduction of Interest Rate for Water Revenue Bond, SRF Series 2006 dated June 22, 2006 in the amount of $324,000. Todd Fisher seconded the motion. Roll Call Vote: Walker, aye; Barb Fisher, aye; Todd Fisher, aye. Resolution adopted. Walker made a motion to approve the 2016/1017 Sewer Report for USDA Rural Development. Todd Fisher seconded the motion. All ayes. The Mayor/Maintenance Report was given and discussed. There being no further business to discuss at this time, upon motion by Todd Fisher and second by Walker, the meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m. All ayes. The next regular meeting will be held at the Delta City Hall, Wednesday, Dec. 14th, 2016 at 6:00 PM. Mayor Rudy Votroubek Attest: Alice Robertson, City Clerk S48

Dick passed away in 1990, while Minnie lived past one hundred years old until 2008. The couple lived just south of What Cheer and were regular attendants of the county fair. Burdock hopes that fairgoers and flea market shoppers will enjoy the pavilion while they continue to keep the fairgrounds active and busy.

Notice of Probate

Probate No. ESPR037988 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS In The Iowa District Court In And For Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RUTH L. KNOWLER, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Ruth L. Knowler, Deceased, who died on or about October 10, 2016: You are hereby notified that on the 21st day of October, 2016, the Last Will and Testament of Ruth L. Knowler, deceased, bearing date of the 11th day of July, 1980, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Marvanne Matzen 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 this 21st day of October, 2016. Marvanne Matzen, Executor 12376 Highway 92 Delta, IA 52550 Greg A. Life Attorney for Executor 102 1st Avenue East Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577 Date of Second Publication 30th day of November, 2016. S47-2

Notice of Probate Probate No. ESPR037994 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROSEMARY WEHR, Deceased. To all Persons Interested in the Estate of Rosemary Wehr, Deceased, who died on or about November 6, 2016: You are hereby notified that on November 16, 2016, the last will and testament of Rosemary Wehr, deceased, bearing date of September 21, 1987, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Gertrude Richardson and Cathi Currie 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 November 16, 2016. Gertrude Richardson and Cathi Currie Co-Executors of estate 1311 S. Cherry, Sigourney, IA 52591 1310 N 2nd Ave., Washington, IA 52353 John N. Wehr, ICIS PIN No: AT0008299 Attorney for executors John N. Wehr Attorney at Law 116 East Washington St., P.O. Box 245 Sigourney, IA 52591 Date of second publication November 30, 2016. S47-2

Notice of Probate Probate No. ESPR037992 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CALVIN LEROY BROWN, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Calvin Leroy Brown, Deceased, who died on or about November 9, 2016: You are hereby notified that on November 16, 2016, the last will and testament of Calvin Leroy Brown, deceased, bearing date of February 27, 2013, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Larry L. Brown and Thomas J. Brown 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 November 14, 2016 Larry L. Brown and Thomas J. Brown Executors of estate 3136 Nutmeg Court, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 No. 32 Renwick, Bay City, TX 77414 John N. Wehr, ICIS PIN No: AT0008299 Attorney for executors John N. Wehr Attorney at Law 116 East Washington St., P.O. Box 245 Sigourney, IA 52591 Date of second publication November 30, 2016. S47-2

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MENUS AND CALENDARS Sigourney Senior Center Lunch Menu

Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, November 30: Roast pork loin in gravy, baked potato, sour cream, sautéed zucchini, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, orange wedges, skim milk Thursday, December 1: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, poultry gravy, broccoli cauliflower raisin salad, assorted yogurt Friday, December 2: Beef Shepherd’s Pie, mixed green leaf salad, dressing, fruit crisp Monday, December 5: Roast beef, brown gravy, oven browned potatoes, lima beans, manadarin oranges Tuesday, December 6: Cream of potato soup, saltine crackers, turkey patty, tomato spoon salad, banana, peach raisin sauce Wednesday, December 7: Roast pork loin, brown gravy, candied sweet potatoes, broccoli cuts, fruit crisp Milk, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, and Whole Grain Bread/Muffins, Margarine, and Skim Milk are offered with all meals. This menu provides a general balanced diet that meets the RDA’s/RIA’s for adults.

Keota Senior Center Lunch Menu

Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, November 30: Roast pork loin in gravy, baked potato, sour cream, sautéed zucchini, wheat dinner roll or bread, margarine, orange wedges, skim milk Friday, December 2: Beef Shepherd’s Pie, mixed green leaf salad, dressing, fruit crisp Monday, December 5: Roast beef, brown gravy, oven browned potatoes, lima beans, manadarin oranges Wednesday, December 7: Roast pork loin, brown gravy, candied sweet potatoes, broccoli cuts, fruit crisp 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.

Sigourney CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu

beans, baby carrots, peaches, school made whole wheat roll Wednesday, December 7 Breakfast: Banana muffin, string cheese, apples Lunch: Chicken nuggets, whipped potatoes, gravy, romaine salad, oranges, school made cookie

choice (9-12) Wednesday, December 7 Breakfast: Cheesy egg omelet, whole grain toast, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Chicken quesadillas, whole grain mexi rice, broccoli, peas, mixed fruit, fruit choice (9-12)

Keota CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu

English Valleys CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu

This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, November 30 Breakfast: Cheese omelet, whole grain toast, orange smiles, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Taco burger on a bun, leaf lettuce and tomatoes, refried beans, black beans and corn salsa, whole grain corn tortilla chips (9-12), sliced pears Thursday, December 1 Breakfast: Whole grain pastry, fresh mixed fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Italian pasta bake, green pepper strips and baby carrots, whole wheat bread and jelly (9-12), applesauce, cookie Friday, December 2 Breakfast: Yogurt, whole grain chocolate chip muffin, pears, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Pizza, tossed salad with romaine, garlic bread stick with marinara sauce, fresh banana Monday, December 5 Breakfast: Whole grain French toast stick, applesauce, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Soft shell taco, romaine and tomato, corn, salsa and whole grain tortilla chips (9-12), apple wedges Tuesday, December 6 Breakfast: Whole grain cinnamon roll, mixed fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Turkey and cheese sub, lettuce and tomato, oven fries, sliced peaches, graham snacks (9-12) Wednesday, December 7 Breakfast: Whole grain cereal, string cheese, apples, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: BBQ beef on a bun, sweet potato puffs, baked beans, orange smilies, oatmeal cookie

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Tri-County CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu

This menu is subject to change. Milk is served with each meal. Wednesday, November 30 Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, smokies, toast, banana, orange Lunch: Chili, crackers, cheese, peaches, cinnamon roll Thursday, December 1 Breakfast: Happy shapes, toast, applesauce Lunch: Chicken nuggets, baby carrots, baked potato, sandwich, pineapple Friday, December 2 Breakfast: Biscuits and gravy, egg patty, peaches Lunch: Turkey burger, potato wedges, baked beans, pears Monday, December 5 Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, banana, juice Lunch: Corn dog, garden spinach, salad, peas, apple Tuesday, December 6 Breakfast: Breakfast wrap, hashbrowns, strawberries Lunch: Taco soup, tortilla chips, fresh broccoli, pears, cookie Wednesday, December 7 Breakfast: Cheese omelet, toast, orange slices Lunch: Beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, take advantage...., IA,blueberry 6.4300 xoat muffin, pineapple

The 2016 – 2017 4-H County Youth Council. Back Row, L – R: Nolan Wehr, Tanner Halleran, Dawson Baumert, Jacob Bombei, Cullen Smith, Collin Svenby, Hayley Abell, Faith Oostra, and Ryan Millikin. Front Row, L-R: Serenity Buehneman, Heidi Clarahan, Mackenzie Sieren, Khloe Snakenberg, Audra Weber, and Clayton Morrision.

Keokuk County 4-H Youth Council announced The Keokuk County 4-H County Youth Council have been selected and are currently planning activities for 2016 – 2017 Keokuk County’s 4-H Program. A 4-H County Youth Council member is a 4-H’er whom rises above the general 4-H member’s expectations. These members devote extra time throughout the year to lead the 4-H program within their own 4-H clubs, their own communities within Keokuk County, and as a group during county-wide events. The Keokuk County 4-H County

Youth Council works together to organize and lead several activities and events for the Keokuk County 4-H Program. Some of these activities include the upcoming 4-H Awards Night in December, FSQA Training in February, 4-H Leaders’ Supper, the spring 4-H Lock – In, Family Fun Night at the Keokuk County Expo, and help with youth summer camps. Each year, this special 4-H club raises funds to make improvements to the Keokuk County 4-H program and/or the Expo Fair. This year, the 4-H

County Youth Council are currently fundraising for Expo Fairground improvements by selling Casey’s Pizza Cards. “I am very excited for this year’s group of 4-H County Youth Council members. This is the biggest group we have had yet, and I can’t wait to see what great things we can accomplish together this year for our 4-H program and Expo Fairgrounds!” comments Michele Sieren, the Keokuk County 4-H/Youth Educator in charge of Keokuk County’s 4-H County Youth Council.

Security upgrades considered at Tri-County By CJ Eilers News Editor The Tri-County Board of Education has begun discussing updates to the school’s security system and look to address a potential future need for bus cameras. Superintendent Dennis Phelps has begun look for a new keycard security system for the school. While the west door by the high school office and north elementary doors already had such a system in place, Tri-County is considering upgrades to the doors by the preschool, main doors and the doors to the playground area. Phelps has obtained two bids for the proposed project from Infrastructure Technology Solutions out of Monticello for approximately $11,000 and

Walsh Security out of Des Moines for approximately $17,000 Bids will continue to be collected. “We have security already in place, as we have our current key card system and all doors are locked,” Phelps said. “Our system is outdated in several areas, so a replacement system is in our future.” The Board also began talking about placing cameras on the school buses since the spring. Each vehicle would have at least three cameras; one at the front looking back, another at the back looking front, and one left of the bus driver pointing towards to exit to monitor students. A potential fourth camera would be over the bus. Cameras would allow administrators to view any issues that took place on the bus or record any vehi-

cles running violations around the bus and potentially causing issues. “There has been some positive general discussion with the Board to keep our school safe and exciting for our students,” Phelps said. “We want to look at ways to improve our school without having to take money out of our general fund, and this one way we wish to do that. These items would come out of our PPEL fund.” Phelps hopes that a decision on the key card system will come this spring, while the Board continues to look at options for the bus cameras. Currently, there is no legislation requiring school bus cameras, but Phelps feels that it be an “opportunity to get ahead” and also help drivers focus on the road.

Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office respond to subject suffering Mental Distress On Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 7:11 am the Keokuk County Sheriff ’s Office received a call in reference to a subject outside a residence in Richland, Iowa whom did not have permission to be there. When law enforcement arrived it was determined the subject was suffering from mental distress and possibly

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self or others. The subject was then transported to the Keokuk County Health Center for mental evaluation. The Keokuk County Sheriff ’s Office was assisted by Sigourney Police, Keota Police, Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Office, Iowa State Highway Patrol and Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

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Looking east down Main Street in Webster.

Main Street looking west.

LIFE THROUGH A LENS

A Historical Perspective

Webster – Small Yet Sturdy

Amie Van Patten Regional Editor This is the final installment of our weekly look at the various towns in Keokuk County and the surrounding areas. We will look at the unique history of the towns, as well as compare and contrast the then and now for each town. This will be a collaborative effort from all of us here at The News-Review and Keota Eagle. We hope it will provide a great insight into the towns that make up our communities. Webster has always been a very small community. With the highest population being 180, Webster maintains about 120 people during an average census. Although small, Webster is known as a very friendly and clean town. The first settler of Webster was Aaron Miller in 1838. Others from Ohio and Indiana soon followed by covered wagon. First platted in 1854, Webster was a place of considerable business and was located on the Muscatine- Montezuma divide. This route was used to haul freight and lumber throughout the area from What Cheer to Iowa City. Webster offered a stopping place for the wagons that were traveling. The C.B.R. and N Railroad was put through Webster in 1879. It was later leased to the Rock Island line. The Chicago, Milwaukee and Saint Paul railroad was built in 1884. Besides the many freight trains, it also was a passenger train from Ottumwa to Cedar Rapids and back and was used through WWII brought many troops through town. In the 1970s, the era of trains ended, and the Rock Island was torn down along with the stockyards. In 1960, the sounds of a train whistle were heard as a steam powered “Casey Jones” puffed through Webster. Upon it was the son of Casey Jones, famed engineer of the Illinois Central, whose name and deeds were celebrated in song. On January 4, 1906, voters decided to incorporate, so on December 4, 1908, the court appointed commissioners to call an election and vote on incorporating as well as officers. Appointed were C.L Jarvis, M.M Wheeler, S.E. Heaton, H.M. Parke and W.E. Edwards as commissioners. The first council meeting was

The Rock Island ran between Montezuma and Muscatine daily. held at the W.E. Edwards lumber- Company took over and formed the yard office on April 19, 1909. A dial system. marshal and committees on sideIn 1919, a bandstand was placed walks and flues were appointed near the junction of Washington as well as a Health Physician, F.E. and Lafayette Streets. This ground Strickiling. At this time the town was rented from the City of Chialso drew up 26 ordinances. The cago for $1 per year. The Webster town had $8.46 at the time. Nearly Band, which consisted of 15 memevery homeowner had a barn with bers, played at the bandstand that horses, cows and chickens and was built for the sum of $130. This possibly pigs as well. The city had was paid for out of donations. Satstrict fines about animals straying urday night concerts were held and records show that these rules and enjoyed by many throughout were enforced thoroughly. Early the years. law books show fines for fighting, Many businesses were ran disorderly conduct, peddlers, and throughout the years, but one of speeding with fines ranging from the largest was that of M.D Johnson $5 to $50. who ran a bee supply house that also The town had its first postmaster, Nathan Hall. Hall served as the postmaster for English River Township. The first post office was built in 1855, and also housed Brandy store. This post office stood until 1955, when Hal Sorden, who was the postmaster at that time, built a new post office. The town had a cheese factory in the north part of town. People from miles around made Webster their trading center. A two-story brick building served as a bank with the second floor serving as an Opera House. The Literary Society club held meetings there as well as the Women’s Temperance group. Also housed in the bank was the telephone office in the south room. In later years, the office was moved upstairs and provided living headquarters for the operator. However, in 1960, Modern Co-op Telephone

dealt with poultry. This store also served as a meeting place for the council and ran until 1971. A blacksmith shop was another prominent place throughout the town. At one time, the town had two doctors, Dr. Strickland and Sr. Gardner. Later came Dr. McLaughlin whose son Donald later played Chris Hughs on “As the World Turns”. Many service garages, service stations and mercantile businesses came and went in the town as well. Another prominent business in Webster was the elevator and stockyards, which were run by a man by the name of C.H Boland and later Wm. Beinke. C.H. Boland at

one time owned over 5,000 acres, mostly in Keokuk County. In May of 1894, the “Drovers Journal” said that Webster was one of the liveliest towns in Iowa with shipping an average of 200 cars yearly of stock. In 1903, he organized the bank and was first President with his brother, R.G. Boland. The Webster bank opened and the downstairs housed the council chambers as well as used for the fire station. Probably the largest business in Webster was the grain elevator. The elevator exchanged hands many times throughout the years, with the most recent owner being Dale Faas of North English. Webster has had one of the original school houses built within the township, which was erected in 1854. Soon after, another building was erected, and the original building was sold in an auction since it could not hold enough students. A two story building was built east of town and served ten grades, and then eventually offered eleventh grade and those who went through twelve had to travel to Sigourney. The Class of 1913 was the last class that graduated from the old two-story schoolhouse. Schools changed throughout the years and in 1975, Kinross, South English, North English and Webster voted to form English Valleys School district.

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The school building was given to the town but eventually was torn down in 1982. The first church in Webster was in 1853, when the Methodist Church was formed. The first parsonage was constructed in 1857. In 1864, Webster was separated from Sigourney and made an independent circuit. In 1973, the Methodist church was dedicated, and in 1914 the church was remodeled. June 8, 1984 is a day that will always be remembered by residents of Webster. A tornado struck through Keokuk County from southwest of Delta to the northeast of Webster. Luckily, through this event, there was no loss of life, but many homes were damaged and the damage was in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Many people throughout the community found places for those that were suddenly homeless to stay, others prepared food as meals were served to the community at the church. The entire town seemed to help with cleaning the aftermath of the event on one way or another. The town may be small but to the residents, there is no place like home. We hope you have enjoyed this series on the towns of Keokuk County over the past few months. If you missed a week’s town, copies of each issue are available for purchase at The News-Review office.

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The Lighted Parade made its way down Jefferson and was greeted by a cheerful crowd on the square.

Santa and Mrs. Claus met more than a hundred children inside Memorial Hall after the parade.

Sigourney kicks off holiday season with Lighted Parade By CJ Eilers News Editor The Sigourney Lighted Christmas Parade made its way down North Jefferson on Saturday, Nov. 26, unofficially ringing in the holiday season. Floats, carriages and emergency vehicles brought the holiday cheer starting from Sigourney Elementary School and worked their way down Jefferson to the town square. Following the precession, over 120 children had a chance to see Santa at Memorial Hall, enjoy carriage rides, and a soup dinner. Entertainment was also presented, with Zach Steinhart, Andrew Okones and Sarina Gretter singing Christmas ballads and standard. “The weather was wonderful and nicer this year than in years past,” Trisha Black, the organizer of the event said. “We had great turnout for Santa, and the Soup Supper went great.” Behind the scenes, Black, who has

Carriage rides took happy residents around the streets of Sigourney. organized the parade the past two years with the Christmas Committee and volunteers, made the parade possible. For several weeks, Black has been helping put up decorations

around the city and organizing the parade. “I love this time of year and I’m just glad we can put this on for the community,” Black said. “It’s a hec-

tic, crazy time, but everyone is so happy.” In order to do so, Black began planning in June of this year, going over the previous year and making necessary changes. Black and Deb Schultz were the only committee members this year, but had help from the Boy Scouts Troop 52 and Sigourney High School Key Club and other volunteers to help the event run effectively. “We heard a lot of great ideas for next year to get the parade to grow and people plan to be more involved in the future,” Black said. “One idea was we could have the carriage rides starting at the park across from Memorial Hall, which would be wonderful for people not to have to walk as far.” Anyone with comments or suggestions for next year’s parade are encouraged to write to Trisha Black at 311 N Jefferson Sigourney, IA 52591, or call her 641-541-0679.

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Members of the Pekin girls basketball team took to the airwaves recently to promote organ donation and their Donate Life Night. Coby Fleener Autographed Football from the New Orleans Saints, Pierre Farcon Autographed Rookie Card from the Washington Redskins, Blake Shelton Autographed Photo, 2 Tickets to an Iowa State Girls Basketball Game, Autographed Balls by the ISU Coaches, Iowa Boys Basketball Tickets, Family Day Pass for the Iowa Children’s Museum in Iowa City, 4 One-Day Park Hopper Disney Tickets, St. Louis Cardinals Tickets, Kansas City Royals Tickets, Tickets to Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, Tickets to Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Junior Fire Fighter

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Savages overcome 12-point halftime deficit to defeat Burlington 64-57

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INA names three SK players to Third-Team 1A All-State Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor DES MOINES, IA – The Iowa Newspaper Association announced its 2016 All-State Football selections Tuesday, Nov. 21. Among those honored were three Sigourney-Keota players who really stood out for the Cobras this

season. Avery Moore, Cooper Greiner and Noah Boender were all named to the INA’s Third-Team All-State Team. Moore was honored as a running back, Greiner for his offensive line play and Boender for his defensive line play. These three players played an important role each in SK’s impressive 8-2

season. SK went 8-1 in the regular season before falling to Pella Christian in the first round of the 1A State Playoffs. A terrific season for SK in football that will continue to garner postseason individual awards as voting for All-State will be underway soon, as well as other possible awards.

EV hosts TC at home boys basketball jamboree Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor NORTH ENGLISH- The Bears played against TC in an exhibition game during the EV jamboree hosted at EV High School on Monday, Nov. 21. This is the last real tune-up before the regular season will get ramped up this Monday, Nov. 28. This was a last opportunity to see what you have as a team, and make adjustments to help transition into the regular season for both the Bears and Trojans. Other team’s present at the jamboree were; Belle Plaine, BGM, Eddyville-Blakesburg, HLV, Lone Tree and Springville. There was a lot of talent at EV on Monday and the atmosphere let all know that it is officially basketball season, and everyone is getting revved up for all the area action.

Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor SIGOURNEY- The beginning of Zach Tremmel’s reign as varsity head basketball coach at Sigourney began at home Tuesday Nov. 22. The Savages came out a little sluggish at the start being outscored by nine and the end of the first quarter. They then fell behind a dozen when halftime rolled along. The rust from the offseason wore off quickly in the second half as Sigourney came charging back in a big way early and often. They managed to score a decent 27 points at the half despite their struggles offensively, but what really turned things around for the Savages was the second half defense that they displayed. Sigourney also took a little better care of the ball, as they had a total of 20 turnovers in the game, but had a considerable amount less in the second half of play. The defense allowed only 18 second half points to Burlington as Sigourney put up 37, outscoring Burlington by 19 in the second half. Autum Barthelman led the way for the Savages with 22 points on

six points on three of five shooting. Stuhr also had a rebound and an assist. Stuhr was the extent of the Savages bench scoring in this one, as that will be a point of emphasis moving forward for the Savages. “I thought the girls showed a lot of toughness coming back twice from double digits.” Said head coach Zach Tremmel after his team’s come from behind victory. Coach went on; “As a team we need to keep working on finishing and taking advantage of the turnovers that we create…I was proud of how hard the girls worked the whole game, if we keep that work ethic up we will be a tough team for anyone to beat.” Sigourney will play at Iowa Valley on Tuesday, Nov. 29 and will look to start the season off 2-0. This was a big comeback victory for the Savages as they showed a lot of grit to claw back against Burlington and scrap out the win. Their game at Iowa Valley will be the first of two straight road games and three out of the next four early on this season being on the road. Sigourney Burlington

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Panther’s open season with dominate performance over Louisa-Muscatine Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor PEKIN- The Panther’s girls basketball season got off on the right foot on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at home against Louisa-Muscatine. Pekin was great as a team shooting going 18 for 33 from the field, including an efficient four of six from three. Pekin was a little cold coming out the chute finding themselves in a 6-2 ballgame after one quarter, but they soon found their rhythm and poured it on L-M to the tune of 5019 for the final. Pekin was led in scoring by junior Maci Gambell who had 17 points on five of ten shooting. Gambell added 12 rebounds, including six of the offensive variety, as well as accumulating four steals and an assist. Senior Kaylee Linder was a huge spark as well for the Panther’s

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four of 12 shooting from the field. She was two for four behind the arc and racked up a ton of points from the line going 12 of 14 on free throws. Barthelman also snagged seven boards, five assists and five fantastic steals. Brooke Waechter was Sigourney’s second leading scorer with 16 points. Waechter added six rebounds, including a team-leading five defensive boards, two assists and a tremendous six steals in the game. Brooke was six of 16 from the field, and two for five from three-point. The other Sigourney starters added in various other ways including scoring. Leah Carter had nine points, three rebounds and two steals. Summer Barthelman had four points, two assists and a steal. Anna Ohland had three points all from the free-throw line, as she was bellow her average from last season at the line with a three for eight performance, Ohland did however add nine boards including six on the offensive end to help extend possessions for the Savages. Off the bench Sigourney got a spark from Megan Stuhr who had

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EV defeats HLV to open boys basketball season Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor NORTH ENGLISH- Seniors Will Tapken and Chad Owens played with foul trouble from the 1st quarter on for the Bears in this season opwner. They found themselves trailing to HLV 19-16 at half. By the end of the third quarter however, EV took the lead 28-25. EV got some big minutes from newcomers Charlie Axmear and Jacob Walsh (juniors) with their teammates in foul trouble. EV went on an 8-0 run in the fourth to go up 11. EV finished with a 41-35 win when it was all said and done. Will Tapken lead the way with 14 points and 6 rebounds. Ambrose Coffman finished with 9 points. Junior point guard Braydon Fischer had 8 points and played all but three minutes in the game. Senior Jeff Montgomery had 5 steals and 5 assists.

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“The team played hard as heck and have really bought into what we are trying to do. Boys have had two super tough seasons the last 2 years. We talked about confidence and believing in each other tonight. They did both tonight. Couldn’t be happier for them. Some of these kids are so raw and have no idea how good they can be. I think they saw a glimpse of it tonight.” EV will be back at it Tuesday night at Tri County, and are looking for another hard fought battle.

as she scored 11 points on five of six shooting from the field. Linder also added three boards and an assist. Sophomore Zoey Wright is stepping into a big opportunity to be a pivotal third scoring option this season for Pekin, and she answered the call Tuesday night with ten points to go with three rebounds, three assists and a steal. Sophomore Haley Gambell provided five rebounds and two assists on the night, and junior Whitney Johnson added three points, two boards and an assist. The Panther’s not only shot well from the field, but they kept the turnovers down to only seven on the game. Pekin was also ten for 16 from the free-throw line, shooting roughly 63%. The game can best be summed up by Pekin’s excellent offense helped feed the Panther’s tact-

ful and smothering defense, and vice-versa. Pekin will host Cardinal on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at home in their next contest, and they hope to continue their dominating play when they take the court again Tuesday undoubtedly. As head coach Davis Eidhal was very pleased with his team’s performance, “Good first win for us. We passed and ran our offense well, however, we need to learn to look to score as we run our offense. I liked how we played defensively, and each game our girls will learn how to play together better. Our first goal is to gain game experience and know what each other is doing, and that is what we will try and build on.” Said Eidhal regarding his young girls squad. Pekin L-M

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