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Supervisors commit $4 million to Eagle Grove wastewater treatment plant Kacey Ginn

Wright County Monitor, editor

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Eagle Grove Leo Club members Marissa Williams, Maggie Wachowiak, Riley Ettinger, Georgie Wieth, and Sarah Wilson (pictured left to right) put the final touches on the collection boxes before heading off to class Monday morning, Nov. 21. Photo by Kim Demory

Students will be collecting hygiene products as International Leo Day project

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net You might be asking yourself, who is Leo and why are students collecting hygiene products? Well, Leo isn’t a specific person, rather a youth division of the International Lions Club, a service organization with chapters located throughout the world.

The Leo Club, a branch of the Lions for youth ages 12 to 18, was chartered on December 5, 1957. International Leo Day commemorates their establishment, and on this day, chapters everywhere are encouraged to organize a project that helps their community in some way. The Eagle Grove Leo Chapter, more than two dozen members strong, has decided to collect hygiene products that will be donated to Wright County Public Health, who will distribute them to

families in need for the holidays.

Leo Club Advisor, Becky Wachowiak, said that when she found out Public Health was in such need of hygiene supplies, she presented it to the club as an idea. The club agreed that this would be a great service project for International Leo Day as it would help men, women, and children throughout Wright County.

Eagle Grove Leo members gathered early before school on Monday, Nov. 21 to wrap collection boxes. They have since been placed at the Eagle Grove Eagle and the Eagle Grove Pharmacy where you can drop off your donations of shampoo, soap, shaving cream, razors, deodorant, hairspray...and even cleaning supplies. It’s the typical day-to-day need items that they are in desperate need of.

If you would like to meet and

talk with members of the Eagle Grove Leo Club, they will be on-site collecting donations on Monday, Dec. 5. Leo members will be at the Eagle Grove Eagle from 3:30 - 5 p.m.; and at the Eagle Grove Pharmacy between the hours of 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. You may bring your hygiene items to donate at that time, or you may drop them off in the boxes at any time prior to that. All donations are greatly appreciated. Cash donations to purchase supplies are also being accepted.

The Eagle Grove Leo Club was formed on October 5, 2015, under the leadership of Eagle Grove Lions Club member Becky Wachowiak.

Typically, the group tries to meet before or after school at least once a month.

There are approximately 6,500 Leo Clubs around the globe.

As per the economic development agreement between Wright County and Prestage Foods of Iowa, Wright County is responsible for assuring Prestage’s access to wastewater treatment. Since the economic development agreement was passed this summer, the City of Eagle Grove and Prestage Foods have been in discussions about how to improve the city’s wastewater treatment capacity to handle both the plant’s needs and the city’s future needs. Now that the project is being planned, an agreement for financial assistance from the county, the Wright County–Eagle Grove Utility Board Financial Support Agreement, has been written.

Bryce Davis, economic development director, outlined the financial agreement for the board of supervisors on Monday. The expected cost of the wastewater project is $16.2 million, with the county’s portion under the agreement being $4 million. If costs exceed the $16.2 million, the county will still be responsible for no more than $4 million, but if the costs total less than expected, the county’s obligation would proportionately decrease.

The county’s $4 million is expected to be paid back through Prestage’s property taxes. Davis also said Wright County would receive regular updates on progress and costs and would decide which costs are eligible for the county’s

support. “We want to know the project’s progressing,” he said.

“We want to make sure they have the easements, the right-of-way the ability to receive a construction loan or a state revolving loan.”

The financial agreement and Resolution 2016-33 passing it both allow for the county to modify the agreement as needed. The supervisors unanimously voted to approve the resolution.

The project will involve building a sewer force main between the plant site and the city of Eagle Grove. Supervisor Karl Helgevold said he believed the project was going to be built under two different bids.

The board discussed no other Prestage-related business, but gave approval for a separate business loan through economic development.

Last week after taking time to review the loan material, the supervisors sent the business loan requested by Nu Treatments LLC, producers of CocoRoo products, back to the loan committee with a request for more collateral. “We wish them well, but we think there are some improvements on that loan that could be made,” board Chairman Stan Watne said at the time.

Davis brought the proposal back with the news that life insurance payments and personal and business guarantees had been added as collateral, and that the loan committee had now approved it with --------------------------------------Supervisors cont. on Page 3

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International Leo Day Page 1 HOPES Program Page 2 RBMS Band Concert Page 2 EG City Council Page 3

Clarion Church of Christ to celebrate 100 years Page 6 Golden Stars headed to State Page 11 Returning Letter Winners Page 14

Briefly Sacred Heart Bazaar Saturday, Dec. 3 8:30 - 11 a.m.

Parish Hall EG Goldfield Tour of Homes Saturday, Dec. 3 3 - 7 p.m.

Maps and registration at Goldfield Cheese Mart Ribbon Cutting Monday, Dec. 5 2:30 p.m.

State Farm International Leo’s Day Monday, Dec. 5 Drop off hygiene supplies for Wright County Public Health - watch for full details in next week’s Eagle 4th & 5th Grade Christmas Concert Monday, Dec. 5 7 p.m.

RBMS Auditorium Tech with Teens Tuesday, Dec. 6 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Eagle Grove Memorial Library Eagle Newspaper Early Deadline Thursday, Dec. 8 deadline for the Thursday, Dec. 15 Edition Will be coming out one day early Texas Style Jam Friday, Dec. 9 6 - 9 p.m.

Dows Convention Center Breakfast with Santa - FREE Saturday, Dec. 10 9:30 & 10 a.m. reservations available EG Memorial Library Pictures with Santa - FREE Saturday, Dec. 10 10 - Noon Security Savings Bank

Chorale to present “City of Light” this holiday season The Eagle Grove Chorale will present, “City of Light” arranged by Tom Fettke on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 3 p.m. in the United Methodist Church in Eagle Grove. A Christmas cantata, “City of Light” is an adaptation of the Christmas story. Soloists will include: Diane Amonson, Kerry Amonson, Diane Baluczynski, Cheryl Bougher, Alan Linn, Jill Sorensen, Joe Stein, and Tessa Yackle. Tickets may be purchased at the door or from any Chorale member. A reception will follow in the church basement.

Everyone is invited to enjoy the sounds of the season. Photo by Kim Demory

Sip & Stroll Saturday, Dec. 10 1 - 3 p.m.

Downtown Eagle Grove EG Chorale Concert Sunday, Dec. 11 3 p.m.

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The RBMS band students

by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net The first Robert Blue Middle School band concert of the school year took place on Tuesday evening, Nov. 15.

Director Luke Snyder had different band members throughout the night introduce their numbers and give a brief background.

The Fifth Grade Prep Band started the performance playing 10 very short songs to demonstrate all the techniques they have learned in a very short time, ranging from their scales to half notes and eighth notes. For only having a few months of playing their instruments under their belts, they did an amazing job.

The Sixth Grade Cadet Band performed next. Although smaller in number, they filled the auditorium with joyous sounds as they performed “Dr. Rock,” “Royal Crown Procession,” and “School Spirit March.”

The Seventh and Eighth Grade Concert Band closed out the evening, showing the underclassman and their parents, just what hard work and practice sounds like if you committ to playing over the years. Their performances of “Tomb of the Pharaoh” and “Sailor’s Holiday” was entertaining to the ear and left the audience looking forward to the middle schools next band concert in a few months.

Give a gift to families in the HOPES program Kacey Ginn

Wright County Monitor, editor

The seventh and eighth grade RBMS Concert Band performed two more complex pieces during their portion of the concert.

Pictured above is MaKinzy Kennedy on the oboe.

Photo by Kim Demory

Elise Olson is the only French horn player in the sixth grade Cadet Band at Robert Blue Middle School. She and the others performed three songs for their Fall Band Concert.

hoto by Kim Demory

Cloey Reese and Connor Christopher were calm, cool, and collected during their first ever band concert. The fifth grade band did an amazing job showing off their new musical skills playing 10 short selections. Photo by Kim Demory

This time of year, there are many opportunities to give back to the community and help families in need through the holiday season. Though there are many wonderful gift-giving programs available, Wright County Public Health is again hoping to make Christmas merrier for the families that participate in the HOPES program with their Giving Tree.

HOPES (Healthy Opportunities for Parents to Experience Success) is a voluntary, community-based home visitation program where families with children 3 years and younger can get support and information to help with parenting. It also offers some medical screenings for children and can put parents in contact with treatment options for some conditions.

As a way to help out these families and to thank them for their commitment to helping their children, for the last several years, HOPES has used the Giving Tree to allow citizens to “adopt” a child or family to support with a Christmas gift.

Paul D. Tokheim, CLU, LUTCF paul@tokheimfinancial.com

Each ornament on the tree has the age and gender of a child in the program.

Individuals may choose tags and purchase gifts for their chosen child.

“Last year we asked for PJs and a book, and that’s what we’re asking for again this year,” said Gayleen Rutherford, HOPES coordinator. She said that parents had appreciated those gifts during the last Christmas seson, and that HOPES liked promoting opportunities for parents to sit down and do an activity, like read a book, with their kids. “That’s something we really encourage,” Rutherford said.

The Giving Tree is up and ready in the Wright County Public Health building, located at 115 1st Street SE in Clarion. Starting next week, an additional Giving Tree will be up at the Courthouse.

Both will have tags for HOPES kids.

Rutherford asks that tags and gifts be returned to Wright County Public Health

by Monday, December 12. When you do so, you can be assured that you’re helping to brighten up Christmas morning for a child in Wright County.

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A Thanksgiving community gathering The Sixth Annual Eagle Grove Community Thanksgiving Feast has gone down in the record books as another successful event. More than 200 people came out to enjoy food and conversation with family, friends, and neighbors. Deliveries were also made to individuals who were unable to come to Memorial Hall.

Making deliveries were members of the Mickey Cooper family, pictured at right: Niece Faith Johnson, Niece Gillian Wilson, Mickey Cooper, and daughter Leslie Cooper.

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Bill Goldy, senior planner with ISG, spoke to the Eagle Grove City Council at their Monday, November 21 regular meeting. The company offers engineering and other services and has several locations across the Midwest. He presented information on a possible capital improvement plan for the City.

He briefly explained the process the company would undertaken if the City desires. It would include four main areas which are: 1) Assess infrastructure conditions and deficiencies; 2) Assess wastewater and storm water facilities; 3) Assess parks, playgrounds and aquatic center; 4) Assess streets (including a pavement condition index rating for each). Everything is then programmed into a five-year plan. “I think we could do a really nice job for you and produce something of value,” said Goldy.

Shopping local this holiday season can benefit your community in various ways. Photo by Kim Demory communities those owners and their customers call home.

• Buying local creates jobs in your community. While national chains also create jobs, such jobs only benefit your community if the chains are located within your community. If your local mall is a considerable drive away, chances are the chains within that mall are not employing many of your fellow community members. Local businesses in your community are more likely to employ residents of your town.

• Shopping local may provide access to more unique gifts. In addition to the economic benefits of buying local, shoppers may find merchandise made by local craftsmen is more unique than mass-produced items found on the shelves of national retailers. Recipients may cherish more unique items that they cannot find on their own, and that appreciation may even spur them to visit more local retailers after the holiday season has come and gone, benefiting their own communities in so doing.

• Local business may provide a more personal touch. Buying from national chains has its advantages, but customer service is not always one of them. Local businesses do not deal with nearly the volume of customers as national retailers and, therefore, are capable of addressing concerns more quickly and personally than large chains.

Buying local not only benefits small business owners, but it also pays dividends for their customers and the communities they call home.

Supervisors Continued from Page 1 a 4-0 vote (previously a 3-0 vote).

Terms for the $40,000, 5 percent interest loan with a 5-year payback included clarification of obligations which would further protect the county’s investment.

Watne said that he appreciated the company’s compliance with the county’s desire for more information. “I think their review, going over it again is positive, and it shows a lot of work on their end,” he said. The $40,000 business loan through economic development was approved.

The board also received an update on Iowa Drainage District Association business. John Torbert, Executive Director of the Iowa Drainage District Association, spoke about legislative issues.

“It’s really easy to talk in generalities and say, I’m in favor of more money for water quality,” Torbert said. “But when it comes down to the specifics about how you’re going to get to that point…. that’s an entirely different process.”

Options that were discussed by the Iowa legislature last year included a 3/8 cent sales tax increase for conservation programs, the governor’s proposal to use part of the current 1 cent sales tax to go toward water quality, or even adding a surcharge on water bills. Nothing was decided in the last legislative session. Torbert said that with one party controlling both the house and senate, it’s possible that a consensus may be reached this year.

“We will see what happens,” Torbert said. “We can assure that IDDA will be very much a part of those discussions.”

Torbert also gave an update on the Des Moines Waterworks lawsuit, and shared some information about state CREP (Conservation Reserve Enhancement Porgram) wetlands.

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The benefits to buying local this holiday season

Holiday shopping dominates many people’s free time between the day after Thanksgiving and the final days before Christmas. While many people may shop ‘til they drop on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, those days still account for a relatively small amount of the hundreds of billions of dollars that are spent each holiday season.

Shoppers now have a bevy of options at their disposal as they embark on holiday shopping season.

Traditional in-store retailers are still around, and online shopping continues to grow in popularity with each holiday season. But many holiday shoppers are looking to buy local this holiday season, and such a decision can pay a host of dividends for both shoppers and the communities they call home.

• Buying local benefits your local economy. Studies from Civic Economics, an economics and strategics planning firm, found that independent, locally-owned retailers return a far greater percentage of their revenue into their local economies than national chain stores. One such study examined the disparity between revenue recirculation among independent, locally-owned businesses in Raleigh, North Carolina, versus four major national chains in the city.

The former recirculated 51.1 percent of revenue into the local economy, while the latter recirculated less than 14 percent. Similar results were discovered in many cities, indicating that buying local not only benefits local business owners, but also the

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After some discussion, in which Council members and Public Works Director Robert Lunda brought up some good and maybe not so good points about doing the plan, Councilperson Denny Vandewater stated he would like Goldy to put together a proposal for their services.

He will present the proposal at a future meeting, but also pointed out that the City might want to wait until a new city administrator is in place before accepting.

A public hearing was held, with no public objections either oral or written, regarding changes to Chapter 165 of the city code to bring it into compliance with the new comprehensive plan adopted last year. “The plan was a yearlong process, and it will drive what our city would look like in the future,” said Mayor Sandy McGrath. Following the hearing, the first reading of Ordinance 201607 amending the permitted uses of

Business I and Business II Districts and increase the required parking spaces for apartment houses from one to two per unit. The original sections for both districts allowed multi-family housing, but now will be strictly commercial. The multifamily housing issue will be taken up in upcoming rezoning decisions.

In other action the Council: -approved the annual TIF report; -approved an addendum to the Mike Boyd separation agreement to comply with IPERS regulations; -approved Resolution 2016-38 to change the meeting dates for January 2017 council meetings from January 2 and 16 to January 9 and 23; -approved building permits for Rails (addition), Terry Kist (fence), Casey Thul (small building), John Bruhl (sidewalk repair) and Kelly Amonson (two-bedroom home w/ attached garage).

Consider giving kids less stuff, more time during holidays

Although the holidays can be a season of giving, sometimes the focus shifts to a season of getting, or so it may seem from a child’s perspective, says Malisa Rader, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

“It’s OK to give gifts to our children. We all want to see our children happy, and as parents we give from the goodness of our hearts,” said Rader, who specializes in family life issues.

“However, it’s easy to overdo it, especially around the holidays. This can become a pattern, and before we know it, we’re overindulging our children—giving them too much, too soon, and for too long,” Rader said.

Research shows that overindulging children puts them at risk for a variety of negative outcomes, including a need for immediate gratification, an overblown sense of entitlement and a materialistic mindset and goals.

Children who are overindulged may have poor self-control, as well as a more difficult time developing adult life skills, Rader said.

Giving children too much stuff is just one form of overindulgence, Johnson explained. Other forms include soft structure, meaning a lack of rules and responsibilities, and over-nurturing—doing things for children that they should be doing themselves.

So how can parents know whether they are crossing the line into overindulging their children?

Researchers Jean Illsley Clarke, David J. Bredehoft, and Connie Dawson started the Overindulgence Project—Overindulgence.info—in 1996, studying the relationship between childhood overindulgence and subsequent adult problems

and parenting practices. To date, they have completed 10 studies investigating overindulgence involving more than 3,500 participants.

The researchers suggest parents ask themselves four questions: • Do these gifts use a disproportionate amount of family resources?

• Does what I am doing harm others, society or the planet?

• Does this meet my needs (as the adult) more than the needs of my child?

• Does it hinder my child from learning developmental tasks?

If parents answer yes to one or more of these questions, they probably are overindulging their children. However, there are some simple ways to get back on the right track.

“First of all, if you have been overindulgent, take responsibility.

Being in denial about it means that you can’t change anything,” Rader said.

“Second, forgive yourself. If you’ve gone overboard in the past, don’t beat yourself up about it.

Look at how you can move forward, do things differently and learn from your previous experience,” Rader said.

“Next, work on one problem area at a time. Don’t try to suddenly change everything about your parenting style at once, as that will likely be too overwhelming.

Maybe you start by deciding not to give your children so much stuff— toys, electronics, etc.—this holiday season, but consider giving them the gift of your time.”

For example, parents could create a “gift certificate” for a parent and child lunch date, or plan for an afternoon playing board games or having a baking day together.

“Or start even smaller and decide you won’t give in to your child’s next temper tantrum at the grocery store,” Rader said.

“Just because you’ve overindulged your children in the past, doesn’t mean your children have been damaged forever. You can get back on track and raise your children to become responsible adults who show respect for others,” Rader said.

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Births Ethan John Dominick, born on November 14 to Matthew and Letitia Dominick, Humboldt.

Robert Matthew Schnabel, born on November 20 to Matthew and Krystal Schnabel, Kanawha.

Zimena Azeneth Pelico Calel, born on November 20 to Pablo and Wendy Calel Pelico.

Deaths Daniel Meade, 56, Belmond, died on October 21.

Alene Wilson, 81, Clarion, died on November 7.

Robert Thelke, 85, Blairsburg, died on November 9.

Alfonzo Rodriguez, 94, Clarion, died on November 10.

Albert Kollasch, 75, Belmond, died on November 11.

Debra Senger, 62, Clarion, died on November 13 Marriage License Kory Horton, Eagle Grove to Melody Starbuck, Eagle Grove on November 18.

Civil Court Wright County Area Landfill Authority vs. Corn LP. Case dismissed with prejudice on November 16.

District Courts The court handled five probation revocations.

Brian Basinger, 58, Goldfield, pled guilty on November 16 to Trespassing (pled from November 16).

Basinger was fined $150 plus 35% surcharge, $125 Law Enforcement Initiative, and $100 in costs.

Eric Hefty, 48, Renwick, pled guilty on November 16 to Improper Rear Lamps (pled from Possession of Drug Paraphernalia). Renwick was fined $20 plus 35% surcharge and $60 costs.

Waylon Robb, 37, Clarion, pled guilty on November 17 to Assault (pled from Domestic Abuse Assault 1st Offense). Robb was sentenced to 30 days in jail (suspended), placed on one year probation, fined $65 plus 35%, and $75 in costs.

Julie Gates, 43, Renwick, pled guilty on November 18 to Assault.

Gates was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge and $87.02 in costs.

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with Official Acts, pled guilty on November 17 to Interference With Official Acts. Gross was fined $250 plus 35% surcharge and $60 in costs.

Eugene Harty, 32, Belmond, pled guilty on November 18 to Nuisances Prohibited. Harty was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge and $85 in costs.

Cory Schultz, 34, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on November 17 to Assault (pled from Assault Causing Bodily Injury or Mental Illness).

Schultz was sentenced to 30 days in jail (suspended), placed on one year probation, fined $65 plus 35% surcharge, and $60 in costs.

Traffic Court Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Amber Bilyeu, Clarion; Zachary Myers, Des Moines; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over): Donald Struchen, Webster City; Patricia Aviles, Eagle Grove; James Conn, Ames; Joline Reyes, Fort Dodge; Leatha Haynes, Ottumwa; Speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over): James Fox, Maxwell; Holly Anderson, Goldfield; Taylor Jurgens, Omaha, NE; Speeding 55 or under zone (21 or over): William Speirs, Clarion; Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): Jeanne Raushel, Palisade, MN; Andrew Leizens, Minneapolis, MN; Ryan Johnson, Council Bluffs; Speeding: Michelle Gorman, Belmond; Todd Baker, Fort Dodge; Failure to Reduce Speed: Taylor Johnson, Stratford; No Valid Drivers License: Carmen Ramos Rodriguez, Webster City; Alex Hernandez Blanco, Webster City; Nery Gomez, Clarion; Joaquin Arteaga Villanunea, Webster City; Melvin Ixcopal, Clarion; Hector Quinteros Saceno, Webster City; Jaime Alberto, Lincoln, NE; Daniel Gamboa, Eagle Grove; Sandra Dominguez, Clarion; DJ McMillan Eagle Grove; Robert Bass, Clarion; Pamela Reyes, Hampton; Financial Liability Coverage Violation: Deysi Murillo Estrada, Belmond; Daniel Gamboa, Eagle Grove; Fraudulent Use of Registration: Tyana Karaba, Clarion;

Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device/Stop Sign/Yield Sign: Miler Figueroao, Goldfield; Passing Too Near Bridge: Daniel Soma, Eagle Grove; Left Turn Yielding: Daniel Gamboa, Eagle Grove; Possession of Alcohol by person 18/19/20: Edgar Ponseca Yepez, Dows; Small Claims Hauge Associates Inc. vs. John Meyer, Belmond. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 17 in the amount of $1,510.14 with .262% interest from October 21.

H&R Accounts vs. John Meyer, Belmond. Case dismissed without prejudice on November 16.

Property Transfer Warranty Deed: Julie Glessner to Wright Rentals LLC; Clar Eastmans’s Addn Blk 11 Lot 1; Clar Eastman’s Addn Blk 11 Lot 2; Clar Eastman’s Addn Blk 11 Lot 5; Clar Eastman’s Addn Blk 11 Lot 6; Clar Eastman’s Addn Blk 11 Lot 7; Clar Eastman’s Addn Blk 11 Lot 8; 162338.

Warranty Deed: Gwendolyn Johnson to Eagle Grove Community Development Corporation; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 4 Lot 7; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 4 Lot 8; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 4 Lot 9; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 4 Lot 10; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 4 Lot 11; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 4 Lot 12; 16-2343.

Warranty Deed: Bruce Archer and Liesa Thill to Victor Ruthart; 28-9126 SE Tract Supplemental Deed; 162345.

Warranty Deed: Jane Dettman Trustee and Phyllis Borel Family Trust to Mary Hocraffer; Clar Original Addn Blk 2 Lot 3; Clar Original Addn Blk 2 Lot 4; Clar Original Addn Blk 2 Lot 6 N 2’; 16-2356.

Warranty Deed: Michael and Barbara Mikesh to Michael and Barbara Mikesh;l 2-93-24 NE Tract; 16-2360.

Warranty Deed: Turnwal Enterprises LTD to City of Belmond; 3093-23 NW Parcel F; 16-2361.

Quit Claim Deed: Stacey and Matthew Corbin to Allen Loux; Dows Schultz’ First Addn Blk 3 Lot 1;

Dows Schultz’ First Addn Blk 3 Lot 2; 16-2367.

Warranty Deed: Lyon and Debra Anderson to Jason Philbrook; Clar Railroad Addn Blk 3 Lot 9 1479239287117 1479239287117-1; 16-2368.

Warranty Deed: Timothy and Lynnda Purcell to Carrie Iafoski; Clar McCay’s Addn Blk 8 Lot 7; 162372.

Warranty Deed: Cahalan Investments LLC to Thomas and Michele Cooper; EG Orig Addn Blk 7 Lot 10; 16-2377.

Warranty Deed: Laura Kiefer to Steve and Marilyn Janssen; Belm Barry’s Addn Blk 3 Lot 13; Belm Barry’s Addn Blk 3 Lot 14 N 5’; 162383.

Warranty Deed: City of Renwick to Pogge Estates; 20-93-26 SW S ½ of NE ¼ of SW ¼;’ 16-2384.

Warranty Deed: Brent and Sally Morrison to Morrison Wright LLC; 28-93-26 SW Tract 3006918-0001 Wright 000005250001293986; 162387.

Warranty Deed: Phyllis, Thomas, Michele, Joseph, and Julianne Cooper and Constance and Richard Wilson to Alan Breceda; EG Hewett’s Second Addn Blk 3 Lot 2; 16-2393.

Warranty Deed: Carrington Mortgage Services LLC to C&C Properties LLC; EG Orig Addn Blk 14 Lot 1 W 50’; EG Orig Addn Blk 14 Lot 2 W 50’; 16-2405.

Warranty Deed: Gerald Vote to Terry Reed; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 3 W 1’;’ EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 4; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 5; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 6; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 7; 16-2407.

Warranty Deed: Jodie Lee Trustee and Lee Family Trust to Mark and Tracey Wigans; 32-93-25 NE Tract; 32-93-25 NE Parcel D; 16-2409.

Quit Claim Deed: Emilio and Ramirez Duran to Victoria Duran; 6-91-24 SW Tract; 1-90-24 SW Parcel C in SW ¼; Clar Original Addn Blk 12 Lot 5 W ½ and Tract; Clar Sturgeon’s Second Addn Lot 8; Clar Sturgeon’s Second Addn Lot 9; 162411.

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Weekly Log

THURSDAY 11/17/16 7:11 AM Responded to a 911 call in 400 block of Northeast Fourth. Kids playing with the phone.

10:32 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

6:08 PM Issued warning for taillight.

6:21 PM Issued warning for speeding.

6:55 PM Investigated complaint at apartments on Kirkwood. Occupant does not wish to press charges on someone who went into her apartment.

8:29 PM Issued warning for speeding.

8:36 PM Issued warning for headlight.

10:33 PM Responded to a verbal argument at residence in 700 block of Northeast Fourth. Parties separated for the night.

FRIDAY 11/18/16 1:08 AM Arrested Ryan Slagle on third offense public intoxication.

12:59 PM Conducted patrol at high school.

7:36 PM Arrested Kolten McCutcheon on a warrant.

9:00 PM Arrested Amber Asche and Daniel Anthony on warrants.

10:34 PM Investigated report of a carload of juveniles hanging around the parking lot of fitness center. Told them to clear out.

SATURDAY 11/19/16 12:03 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

8:37 PM Investigated at a residence in 500 block of Southeast Fifth regarding a harassment complaint. Female making complaint wants officer to talk to the male subject, who is refusing to come to the door.

11:13 PM Issued warning for failure to dim.

11:15 PM Assisted another agency with incident on Highway 17.

SUNDAY 11/20/16 11:42 AM Conducted a civil standby at residence in 700 block of Northwest Fourth.

1:37 PM Investigated a theft at residence on North Montgomery. Battery taken out of a four-wheeler.

6:35 PM Investigated a light on at Eagles Wings. Building was secure. Everything okay.

MONDAY 11/21/16 9:00 AM Investigated complaint of a suspicious vehicle coming from Clarion. Unable to locate.

10:30 AM Helped conduct Operation Lifesaver with Union Pacific.

2:45 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

4:00 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

TUESDAY 11/22/16 7:59 AM Cited Austin Gearhart for violation of a school permit and warned him of expired insurance card.

12:53 PM Attempted to serve a warrant at residence on Richard Drive.

1:07 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

5:56 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

7:17 PM Executed a search warrant for stolen property at residence in 600 block of Southwest Third.

9:00 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

9:25 PM Responded to a complaint of someone burning copper in 500 block of North Wright. Advised him of city ordinance and to put out the fire.

WEDNESDAY 11/23/16 2:02 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

7:07 AM Took report of a rock thrown through a car window in 400 block of Southeast Second.

8:05 AM Assisted with traffic control at accident on Highway 17.

9:57 AM Served papers on Dr. McGivern and Kristina Donaldson.

11:23 AM Assisted with funeral escort.

2:26 PM Follow-up at Fareway regarding theft case.

4:06 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

4:28 PM Issued warning for headlight and taillight and no insurance card.

4:45 PM Investigated report of missing dog at residence in 300 block of South Cadwell.

Dog returned as officer was leaving.

6:07 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

6:30 PM Issued warning for speeding.

9:05 PM Investigated a possible harassment at residence in 400 block of South Cadwell.

Gave female making complaint a statement form to fill out.

11:23 PM Issued warning for failure to dim and no insurance card.

THURSDAY 11/24/16 12:05 AM Conducted bar check at Rails.

12:49 AM Issued warning for failure to dim and plate light.

1:02 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

7:27 AM Assisted another agency with investigation at residence in 400 block of South Lucas.

9:32 AM Responded to a complaint at residence in 400 block of South Iowa. Female wants male advised that she wants no contact with him and he is not to call or text her.

11:47 AM Assisted another agency with a problem in 1300 block of Highway 3. A man walking on the side of the road.

5:05 PM Responded to a domestic at residence in 1100 block of West Broadway. Verbal only.

5:09 PM Assisted another agency at west entrance to Wall Lake. Heard someone yelling for help but could not find him.

9:56 PM Responded to a complaint in 300 block of East Oak of a funny smell.

Found a dwindling fire in alley of 400 block of Main. Everything okay.

FRIDAY 11/25/16 1:05 AM Responded to an apartment at Rotary Ann. A female not able to catch her breath. Her O2 machine not working well.

1:52 AM Patrolled Goldfield.

10:54 AM Responded to report of sick raccoon in yard of residence on Spruce Drive.

1:00 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

4:53 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

5:34 PM Issued warning for improper display of registration.

8:58 PM Investigated a domestic at residence in 400 block of Northeast Fourth. Female did not want to press charges.

9:50 PM Issued warning for speeding.

10:56 PM Cited Melissa Lee for speeding.

SATURDAY 11/26/16 12:30 AM Cited Spencer Espejo for speeding and violation of curfew.

1:21 AM Conducted bar check at Rails.

11:00 AM Assisted with a funeral.

SUNDAY 11/27/16 12:35 PM Patrolled Goldfield.

1:18 PM Issued warning for speeding.

5:55 PM Took report of a breaking and entering in 200 block of North Iowa.

8:51 PM Issued warning for taillight.

MONDAY 11/28/16 3:45 AM Investigated report of suspicious activity at Kum & Go. Nothing found.

Mother of child found in Galt arrested and charged The Wright County Sheriff’s Office has arrested and charged Ysable Ceplecha, age 24, of Eagle Grove with Neglect or Abandonment of a Dependent Person based on their investigation related to the two-year-old girl who was found outside in the rain in Galt early afternoon of Tuesday, November 22, 2016.

At the time she was found, the child was wearing only pajamas and no shoes.

With the help of the public the child was quickly identified and authorities made contact with Ceplecha. During that contact, law enforcement also took Ceplecha’s one-year-old child into protective custody and both children were placed in the care of the Iowa Department of Human Services.

The charge filed against Ceplecha is a Class C Felony and she

Ysable Ceplecha is being held in the Wright County Jail on a $10,000 bond.

It should be noted a criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

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Eagle Grove News

Hides for Hunter Safety

Deer hunting enthusiasts, this fall the Wright County Conservation Board will again be collecting deer hides during the months of December and January. Collection boxes will be located at Bomgaars in Eagle Grove, Urness Hardware in Clarion, and True Value in Belmond. Hides must be folded fur side out, relatively clean of all meat and fat, and in good condition.

The sale of the hides will help to promote the hunter education program in Wright County, purchase new equipment to be used in the class, and ensure that the class will remain cost free to all participants. So please consider doing your part to help recruit and promote hunting in Wright County, and consider donating your deer hides to the program. If you have any questions or have a large quantity of hides to pick up, please contact Eric Rector or Jacob Schaben at the Wright County Conservation Board, 515-532-3185.

Texas-style Jam

There will be a TEXAS STYLE JAM in Dows at the Convention Center on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. Bring a snack to share!

For more information, call Annie at 641-853-2495.

BIRTHS It’s a Boy!

Diners enjoying the Thanksgiving meal together. Photo submitted

Goldfield Ministerial hosts Worship service Nearly sixty area people gathered at the Goldfield school gym for Goldfield Ministerial Association’s annual Community Worship service on Saturday, November 19. Rev. Lynn Gardner of the Goldfield Methodist Church gave the brief Thanksgiving message. Also part of the program was several songs by the newly former Presbyterian Church bell choir, led by Rev. Sara Sutter, several Bible readings, community

singing of songs, and communion and meditation led by Rev. Bob Dishman of the Park Church of Christ. The event was conducted by the three churches of the Ministerial Association.

Following the worship service, a Thanksgiving meal was served to the worshippers and the community as a whole. Some of the meals were delivered to homes in the Goldfield area. Organizers said nearly 250 meals were served.

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A Giving Tree to help school nurse

The Eagle Grove Library and the Equality Club are sponsoring a Giving Tree with proceeds going to the school nurse.

Items needed include: Underwear - Sizes 6-8; Sweat pants - Sizes 6-12, adult small; Belts - Size 6-10; and Thermal gloves - not stretchable.

Items may be taken to the Library.

There’s still time to

Share Christmas

By Kim Demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net

A few weeks ago, we brought you the story of Share Christmas, a non-profit organization that helps share Christmas joy with families in need by distributing food and holiday gifts for children.

Volunteers with the Share Christmas Program are estimating $10,000 will be needed to purchase all of the necessary items to go into the food boxes this year. In 2015, Share Christmas served more than 140 families in the Eagle Grove area. Roughly 130 children under the age of 12 were anonymously adopted by our community from the “adoption tree” at the Eagle Grove Memorial Library. They know the need will be the same, if not greater, this year. So they are

hoping generosity will be as good or better than last year as well.

According to Share Christmas volunteer, Marcella Johnson, there are still several children whose tags are remaining on the adoption tree at the library. She is hoping that now that the Thanksgiving holiday is over, people will start thinking about giving to others, and stop by the library to “adopt” a child or two for the Christmas season. Without the community’s help, they can not provide gifts to these children.

Non-perishable food items, paper products, hygiene items, and cash donations are also still needed. They may be dropped off between the hours of 1 and 3 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays. All donations should be taken to the Food Pantry at 510 S.

Jackson Ave before Friday, Dec. 9. Some ideas of items needed for donation include, but are not limited to: facial tissue, toilet paper, shampoo, hand soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, dish soap, etc. Food products that have a long shelf-life may include: Macaroni and cheese, popcorn, Jell-O, oatmeal, canned vegetables, cake mixes, granola bars, canned tuna/chicken, coffee, and peanut butter.

If you are adopting a family or child from the Giving Tree located at the Eagle Grove Memorial Library, those items may also be dropped off at the Food Pantry during the above listed times.

Distribution of the Share Christmas boxes will be from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17 at the Service Center. If you or

your family would like to volunteer to help, please contact any of the following organizers: Marcella Johnson ~ 448 - 3743 Barb Johnston ~ 448-3291 Lois Barnes ~ 448 - 4667 Marilyn Kroll ~ 448 - 4025 Are you in need of assistance?

If you or someone you know could use a little extra help this holiday season, whether it be food, toys, or both, please fill out the form below. You may also pick up an application at any of the following Eagle Grove locations: Upper Des Moines Opportunity, the laundromat, Eagle Grove Memorial Library, or at the Service Center.

Forms are due no later than Friday, Dec. 9, 2016.

Low income families who qualify for government assistance and people over the age of 65 who live on a limited income, are invited to apply for a box in the Christmas Program. To apply, please fill out and return this form to: The Service Center, 510 S. Jackson, Eagle Grove, IA 50533, by Friday, Dec 9, 2016.

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James and Kelsey Washington of Humboldt are proud to announce the birth of a son, Gabriel Joseph Washington, on November 22, 2016, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. He weighed 7 pounds 13 ounces. He joins a sister, Alyssa, two years old.

Grandparents are Russel and Sherlene Washington of Eagle Grove, and Collin and Rachel Richardson of Belmond. Great-grandparents are Sherry Richardson of Badger, Joe and Marilyn Baker of Badger, and Denny Thurmond of Eagle Grove.

It’s a Boy!

Brooke and Jordan Reichter of Eagle Grove are proud to announce the birth of a son, Maddox Asa Reichter, on November 22, 2016, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. He weighed 8 pounds 4.9 ounces.

Grandparents are Jeff and LuAnne Pedersen of Eagle Grove, Jeff and Lisa Mericle of Humboldt, and Ron and Kathy Reichter of Clarion.

Great-grandparents are Beryl Reichter of Goldfield, and Marie Kemna of Bancroft.

It’s a Girl!

Kaitlin Hiltabidle and Nash Presler of Eagle Grove are proud to announce the birth of a daughter, Paislee Renae Presler, on November 12, 2016, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion. She weighed 9 pounds 2.2 ounces.

Maternal Grandparents are Kristy Chapman of Franklin, N. C., and the late Stephen Hiltabidle of Eagle Grove. Paternal Grandparents are Rebecca Neavin and John Presler of Fort Dodge. Great-grandparents are Jane Thul of Franklin, N. C., and Jack Presler of Fort Dodge.

PEO Chapter EJ meeting news

The regular meeting of PEO Chapter EJ was held in the home of Pat Manus on November 8, 2016. An interesting program was given by Betty Wilde concerning the buckeye tree and the nuts that it produces. The nuts are considered to offer good luck to the holder.

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Congregate Meals

Fri., Dec. 2: Orange glazed chicken, brown rice, tomatoes Florentine, and applesauce.

Mon., Dec. 5: Swiss-style ground beef, squash, scalloped cabbage, blushing pears, and tomato juice.

Tues., Dec. 6: Turkey and dumplings, asparagus, mixed fruit, and orange juice.

Wed., Dec. 7: Italian meatloaf, roasted red potatoes, Brussel sprouts with cranberries, and cinnamon apples with crunchy top.

Thurs., Dec. 8: Chicken and noodle casserole, beets, plums, oatmeal-raisin bar, and orange juice.

NOTE: Please return plastic dishes if you have meals delivered.

If there is no school due to inclement weather, there will be NO meals.

Church News Praise & Worship

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Eagle Grove Pastor Heather Dorr 448-4701 DIAL-A-DEVOTION: 448-3355 http://www.eaglegroveumc.org WEDNESDAY: 5 p.m. Bell Choir 6 p.m. Chancel Choir SLAM Youth Group Meal 6:30 p.m. SLAM Youth Groups— Junior High (6th-8th grade) Senior High (9th-12th grade) FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Covenant Prayer - Prayer Room SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Fellowship GOLDFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH P.O. Box 190 Pastor Lynn Gardner Goldfield, Ph: 515-825-3754 SUNDAY: 10:30 a.m. Worship

Current pastor of the Clarion Church of Christ Warren Curry stands by the cornerstone of the church which opened its doors in 1916. The congregation will celebrate the milestone on Sunday, December 4 with a catered meal at 5 p.m.; worship service beginning approximately 6 p.m. “We will be looking back to the past,” said Curry, “and we also be looking forward to the next 100 years.” Photo submitted

Clarion Church of Christ celebrates 100 years in their current building, Sunday, December 4 Current Clarion Church of Christ minister Warren Curry invites the public to celebrate with the current congregation on Sunday, December 4, as together they reflect on 100 years in its building on North Main Street. The cornerstone has the date 1916.

“We will be looking back on the last 100 years at this location,” Curry said, “ and we will be looking forward toward the next 100!” The event begins with a catered meal in the church fellowship hall at 5 p.m. At approximately 6 p.m., the worship service will be held in the church sanctuary.

Curry hopes that it is a night of worship together. Coming back for the celebration are former ministers Mark Young and Tim Platt; also attending will be Dorothy

Wilmot (wife of former pastor Owen Wilmot). “We have asked Doris Andrews to play a couple of hymns for us,” Curry said. “She was our church organist for 55 years.”

Current musicians are also part of the program. He also hopes to be able to record some memories of long-time members of the congregation for those in attendance to enjoy.

“It’s hard to believe but one of our members remembers coming to the church when it was first built!” said Curry. “Gladys Woodley who will be 105 in March remembers.

She plans to be here!”

While it is a service to celebrate the heritage of the building, Curry said more importantly it is about the ‘people’, both those from the past and those attending now and in the future.

GOLDFIELD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Rev. Sara Sutter 220 E. Oak St. Goldfield, Ph: 515-825-3581 goldpres@goldfieldaccess.net “Like” us on Facebook THURSDAY: 9-10:30 a.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) #IA 1348, Goldfield, weighin and meeting, Fellowship Room.

New members always welcome.

SUNDAY: 9:15 a.m. Sunday school for all ages 9:45 a.m. Choir Practice 10:30 a.m. Worship service.

Communion.

11:30 a.m. Fellowship Coffee 6 p.m. Liberty Pathfinders 4-H Club meeting.

WEDNESDAY: Noon Presbyterian Women Christmas lunch. Hostesses: Sandy Stevenson and Carol Helmke.

Devotion: Carol Ganzeveld. Program “The Twelve Days of Christmas” by Diane Kraft.

4 p.m. After-School Story-Time 6-7 p.m. Confirmation class to meet 6:30 p.m. Friendship Circle Christmas get-together. Salad Supper. Devotion: Diane Kraft.

Bring 5 dozen cookies for cookie plates.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Steven Swanholm Eagle Grove, Ph: 448-4612 FRIDAY: 6 p.m. Budget Committee Meeting SATURDAY: 7:30 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 6 p.m. Questions, Answers & Prayer

MONDAY: 10 a.m. Bible Study TUESDAY: 6 p.m. Men’s Bible Study WEDNESDAY: 5:30 p.m. Food and Faith

HOLMES BAPTIST CHURCH 2137 Hancock Ave. Holmes, Iowa Pastor Zach Fischer 515-825-3110 SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Evening Service WEDNESDAY: 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Youth Group 7 p.m. Kids Club (1st to 6th-gradeduring school year) EAGLE GROVE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (CONGREGATIONAL) Ph: 448-3584 Everyone is Welcome!

Building fully Accessible to the Disabled Pastor Jim Cunningham SATURDAY: 5 p.m. New Hope Lutheran Church SUNDAY: Second Sunday in Advent 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Fellowship GRACE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Ph: 448-5414 Sunday Worship - 9 a.m.

Sunday School - 10:45 a.m. www.graceefc.com SOUTH ENES LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Susan Stone 205 Johnson Street Vincent 515-293-2965 FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Gather Bible Study at the Family Table (3rd Friday of the month) SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Fr. Jerry Blake Eagle Grove, Ph: 515-532-3586 THURSDAY: 8 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove Noon Altar Society at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 3 p.m. Cluster Liturgy Meeting and Potluck at St. John, Clarion FRIDAY: 7:40 a.m. Rosary/Mass at St. John, Clarion SATURDAY: FOOD PANTRY WEEKEND 8:30-11:30 a.m. Christmas Bazaar at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 4 p.m. Mass at St. John, Clarion

8 p.m. Mass in Spanish at St. John, Clarion SUNDAY: FOOD PANTRY WEEKEND 8 a.m. Mass at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 10:30 a.m. Mass at St. Francis Xavier, Belmond - Confirmation Class MONDAY: 7 p.m. RCIA at St. John, Clarion TUESDAY: 6 p.m. Knights of Columbus at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove WEDNESDAY: 6:30 p.m. Adoration at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 6:30 p.m. Youth Faith Formation Classes at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove THURSDAY: 9 a.m. Sewing Mission at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 12:15 p.m. Mass at Sacred Heart, Eagle Grove 7:30 p.m. Mass at St. John, Clarion SAMUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor Eagle Grove, Ph: 448-5038 FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study SUNDAY: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 10:45 a.m. Worship with Communion WEDNESDAY: Noon SLCW and Home Circle at “The Farm” in Eagle Grove Joint Council Meeting at Holmes 6 p.m. Trustees 7 p.m. Individual Councils 8 p.m. Joint Council THURSDAY: 10 a.m. EGAMA at Taylor’s HOLMES EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor Holmes FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship with Communion 10:15 a.m. Sunday School WEDNESDAY: Noon SLCW and Home Circle at “The Farm” in Eagle Grove Joint Council Meeting at Holmes 6 p.m. Trustees 7 p.m. Individual Councils 8 p.m. Joint Council THURSDAY: 10 a.m. EGAMA at Taylor’s NEW HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Susan Stone 1115 SW 2nd Eagle Grove 515-603-6151 FRIDAY: 9 a.m. Gather Bible Study at the Family Table (3rd Friday of the month) SATURDAY: 5 p.m. Worship Service A Congregation of ELCA

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ULLENSVANG LUTHERAN CHURCH, N.A.L.C. Pastor Darryl Landsverk Thor THURSDAY: 9 a.m. Quilting/Sewing SUNDAY: 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Worship Service LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH GOLDFIELD LCMC Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ Pastor Truman Larson SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School MT. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH—LC-MS EAGLE GROVE Pastor Mark Peterson Ph: 515-448-4668 SUNDAY: 8:30 a.m. Worship Service EAGLE GROVE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 615 SW 2nd Street Eagle Grove, Iowa Pastor Jason Cooper Phone: 515-448-3697 www.eaglegrovelutheran.com THURSDAY: 10 a.m. Pastors’ Prayer Noon ELCW Potluck FRIDAY: 8 a.m. Bus leaves for Minnesota Art Exhibit SATURDAY: 8:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study at Rotary Senior Living North 5-7 p.m. Boy Scout Pancake Supper SUNDAY: 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Fellowship Coffee—Pie Auction 10:20 a.m. Sunday School 5:30 p.m. Worship 6:45 p.m. Boy Scouts MONDAY: 5:30 p.m. Worship on Cable Channel 12 7 p.m. Scout Parent Meeting WEDNESDAY: 9 a.m. Bible Study at EGELC 5:30 p.m. Confirmation CROSSROADS Christian Youth Center Corner of Chestnut and Main, Goldfield 515-825-3383 FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 7 - 9 p.m. 8th-Grade and Under 7 – Midnight - 9-12th Grade and College EAGLE GROVE MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD PANTRY 510 S. Jackson Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 1 – 3 p.m.

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Flashbacks/Obituaries We Remember Our Loved Ones

Jeannette C. Moffitt, 84, Converse, Texas

Jeannette C. Moffitt, age 84, passed away November 8, 2016, in Converse, Texas.

She was born December 2, 1931, in Wright County, Iowa, to William and Lorena Hosselton.

Jeannette enjoyed traveling, reading, spending time with friends and singing with several groups, including many years with the Mission Bells. She was a member of Coker United Methodist Church for many years and loved singing with the choir, performing in plays and various other church activities such as the Sunday School Class and Questors.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, William Hosselton, Jr. and Galen Hosselton; and sisters, Vivian Trausch, Margaret Dahlke, and Joyce Olson. Jeannette’s husband, Ralph H. “Ottie” Moffitt passed away soon after on November 20, 2016. Jeannette is survived

by her daughter, Deb England and husband, Kit; sister, Jacky Rothbard and husband, Gary; stepsons, Mike Moffitt and wife, Jerry, Steve Moffitt, Jim Moffitt and wife, Kim; grandson, Blake Moffitt and wife, Courtney; great-grandchildren, Noah and Madison; and a fantastic group of friends.

Jeannette and Ralph had one of those lovely stories. They went to High School together in Eagle Grove, Iowa. Even though they did not date at that time, they were very good friends. Then, when Jeannette married her first husband, Jean Cammack, both Jean and Ottie were stationed in California and Hawaii together. Therefore, Jean, Jeannette, and Ottie were very close and hung out together frequently.

After their discharge from the Navy and return to the states, Ottie went to Oklahoma and Jean and Jeannette

went to Kansas. Jeannette and Ottie would not see each other until many, many years later at a Class Reunion in Iowa. By then, they both had been divorced for many years, and they started a long-distance relationship.

Eventually, Ottie moved to San Antonio, they got married in 1993, and they began their life of fun, family and travel. They made a very cute couple!

Memorial services will be held on Sat., Dec. 3, at 1 p.m., at the Coker United Methodist Church, 231 E. North Loop Road, San Antonio, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, or Coker United Methodist Church.

Porter Loring Mortuary North of San Antonio, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

Ralph H. Moffitt, 85, Converse, Texas

Ralph H. “Ottie” Moffitt, age 85, passed away November 20, 2016, in Converse, Texas.

He was born September 5, 1931, in Eagle Grove, Iowa, to Walter and Harriet (Barrett) Moffitt. He graduated from Eagle Grove High School with the Class of 1949.

After graduation, Ralph enlisted in the Navy. He served from June 1949 through April 1953. He was Honorably Discharged as a Yeoman YN2 Petty Officer. He then worked for many years in the computer industry in Oklahoma City, Okla.

Ottie enjoyed being an active

member in the church and community. He was a-5-Gallon plus blood donor and served as President of the Oklahoma City Blood Bank.

Ralph Moffitt was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, Jeannette C. (Hosselton) Moffitt; brothers, Roy Moffitt, and sister-inlaw, Kitty, Duke Moffitt, and sisterin-law, Betty, and Ed Moffitt.

He is survived by his sons, Steven Moffitt, Michael Moffitt and wife, Jerry, James Moffitt and wife, Kim; step-daughter and husband, Kit; grandson, Blake Moffitt and wife, Courtney; great-grandchildren,

Noah and Madison Moffitt; brother, Jim Moffitt and wife, Mary; sister, Eleanor Parsons; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held on Sat., Dec. 3, at the Coker United Methodist Church, 231 E. North Loop Road, San Antonio, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any memorials be directed to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, or Coker United Methodist Church The Porter Loring Mortuary North of San Antonio, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

— HISTORY FROM THE HEARTLAND — Early Settlers in Wright County – Thomas Thompson

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Submitted by mary tesdahl homas Thompson was born in Norway. His last name was Hus before he changed it. In 1905, he came to the United States and Holmes where his brother Nels lived. Norway was so poor he was unable to make a living there. He stayed in Holmes for a couple of years. Then he went to Illinois; then to the Dakotas until he was forced to leave because of the drought, and finally came back to the Holmes area.

Thomas never owned a corn picker, so always picked by hand. If both parents were picking, children too young to help might be put in the front of the wagon to ride. They had to be careful that they didn’t get hit in the head by a flying ear. Early mornings made for cold hands, but if you complained, you might hear, “just pick a little faster.”

Although it was three and a half miles, Holmes was still the closest town. Livestock would be driven down the road to Holmes to the stockyards. Corn would be hauled to town in a triple box wagon. In the winter time, there were so many slough in the area that one could skate all the way to Holmes. Thomas put over 200,000 feet of tile in to improve the farm.

When the threshing machine came, it was important to have a calm team. The Thompson team of strawberry roan mares was such a team. The owner of the threshing machine recognized them as exceptional and offered to buy them. Mr. Thompson said they weren’t for sale at any price. When tractors were available, some families made the switch to tractors right away, while others were skeptical and preferred horses. In 1937, the Thompsons traded a team of horses for an F-20, and only had to give a little to boot.

Children started helping on the farm as soon as they were old enough and had to be creative when challenges arose. If you couldn’t reach the levers on the tractor, you could pop the clutch to bring the front end of the tractor up so you could reach the lever or fasten a rope to the clutch to help pull it if you weren’t strong enough. If you broke something, you would help fix it. If the plow got plugged, you would dig it out, burn the stalks out, or use a screw driver to get them out one stalk at a time. During the War, the government would give credit for tractors so at a sale, those who had tickets for a tractor would put their names in the hat. The government had established the price for the tractor, so the auctioneer just pulled a name out of the hat, and that lucky person got the tractor.

Families like the Thompsons helped to deepen the roots of farming in Wright County.

As told by: Richard Thompson

Thursday, December 1, 2016

Kelli K. Feske, 51, Eagle Grove

Kelli Kathleen (Davidson) Feske, the daughter of Edward and Bonnie (Reed) Davidson, was born on February 1, 1965, in Des Moines, Iowa. She was raised and educated in Corning, graduating from Corning High School in 1983. While in high school, Kelli was a member of the FFA and Powder Puff Racing at the Adams County Speedway. She then attended Southwestern Community College in Creston.

Kelli was united in marriage to Kevin Feske on December 10, 1994, in Webster City. They lived and raised their family in Eagle Grove.

Kelli worked for Eaton Corporation in Belmond for 15 years, retiring in 2011.

Kelli was a member of the Eagle Grove Lions Club since 2014, and just became President.

Kelli enjoyed baking, cooking, canning, sewing, and reading.

She loved taking care of her grandchildren and dogs. She was truly “the glue that held the family together!”

Kelli passed away on Tuesday,

November 22, 2016, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines at the age of 51 years.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Ray and Nannette Reed, Jack and Caroline Davidson, and Nadine Taggart; mother-inlaw, Dorthy Feske; father-in-law, Earl Feske; and brother-in-law, Joe Freml.

Kelli is survived by her husband, Kevin Feske, of Eagle Grove; stepchildren, Stephanie Hughes (Chris) of Fort Dodge, and Steve Feske of Mathis, Texas; daughters, Lorelei Ott (Jason) of Lehigh and Megan

Kelli Feske

Feske (Joel Ellis) of Goldfield; six grandchildren: Landon Feske, Carmelo Hughes, Ayden Feske, Layne Feske, Penelope Feske, and Ames Hughes; her parents, Ed and Bonnie Davidson of Corning; six siblings: Carolyn Freml of Corning, Patricia Rudd (Greg) of Marshall, Mo., Debbie Ginther (Scott) of Rockford, Michael Davidson (Laura) of Adel, Eddie Davidson (Heidi) of Grinnell, and Jackie Yearington (Kevin) of Des Moines; sister-inlaw, Tawnia Tempel (Larry) of Webster City; brother-in-law, Kenny Feske (Dee) of Ottumwa; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 26, at Foust Funeral Home in Goldfield, with Pastor Steve Green officiating.

Burial was held in Rose Hill Cemetery, Eagle Grove.

Foust Funeral Home of Eagle Grove was in charge of arrangements. www.foustfh.com

Daniel J. Cramer, 62, Clarion

Daniel John Cramer, 62, of Wright County, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2016, at Iowa Specialty Hospital in Clarion.

A Celebration of Life service for Daniel Cramer was held at 10 a.m., on Saturday, November 26, at the Clarion Church of Christ, with Pastor Warren Curry officiating.

Daniel John Cramer was born on September 2, 1954, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to Jim and Helen Cramer. He was the fifth of six children who grew up on a farm that has been in the family for 136 years. His passion was to be involved in whatever activity was taking place. He was competitive and most always won the game or prize of the day. Dan was gregarious with an infectious laugh. You ALWAYS knew where Dan was—laughter dominated his spirit.

Dan graduated from Clarion High School in 1972 as tenth in his class, with a higher ACT score than his Valedictorian daughter. College was

a no-brainer decision: Iowa State offered the agrarian teaching classes that took the place of real farming for a while. He graduated from ISU in 1976.

For a year, Dan taught at Belle Plaine school district. After that, his father, Jim, found some land to

Dan Cramer

get Dan started in farming. This was truly his first love. He made it through 39 seasons of doing what he loved.

Dan was married for 34 ½ years to his North Dakota penguin, Margaret.

They have two girls, Tiffany Jean John, and Allison Lee. Dan was involved in multiple leadership positions with organizations within the county.

The Cramer clan includes Mike and Linda; Bob and Jackie; Paul; Paulette and Harry; Joan and Bob Nagel. He married into the Mosher medley of Steve and Donna; Beth Greene, Jan and Jim Burns; Carol and Tim Sherbeck, and there is a wonderful mix of nieces, nephews, steps, grands, and greats!

In lieu of flowers, Dan’s family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Clarion Ambulance Service.

Ewing Funeral Home in Clarion was in charge of arrangements. www.ewingfh.com

Eldon S. Walker, 96, Renwick

Eldon S. Walter, 96, of Renwick, Iowa, passed away on November 24, 2016, at the North Care Center in Humboldt, Iowa.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, November 29, at the United Methodist Church in Renwick, followed by an interment at Swiss Cemetery, Renwick.

Eldon was born August 26, 1920, in Geneva Township, Michigan, to Hal and Lena (Ruhle) Walter. He received his education at Coleman High School and graduated in 1939. After graduating, he worked for Dow Chemical Co. in Midland, Mich., until moving to the Renwick area in 1946.

He married Berniece DeMooy on May 31, 1947, and began farming in 1948. He farmed until his retirement in 1998. He then worked for Bernard Nelson for the next ten

years as he enjoyed farming and running the equipment in the field.

Eldon Walker

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He was a devoted church member where he served as a Sunday School teacher, and also served on many of the church committees while living in the Renwick area. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by a brother, Roy (Lois) Walter of Coleman, Mich.; several nieces and nephews; and friend, Luonna Folkers, of Humboldt.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Berniece (DeMooy) Walter; parents, Hal and Lena Walter; brother, Amos (Esther) Walter; and his sister, M. Verdella (Kenneth) Lewis.

Oakcrest Funeral Services of Renwick was in charge of arrangements. www.oakcrestfuneralservices. com

DEATH NOTICE

Kevin Anthony Simons, age 55, a long time Wright County resident, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2016, after a hunting accident at Wall Lake.

Services are pending at this time.

Ewing Funeral Home in Clarion is assisting the family.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF EAGLE GROVE— FEMA-4281-DR-IA & FEMA-4289-DR-IA

IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION DECEMBER 6, 2016 IOWA CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT in the counties of Boone, Buena Vista, Calhoun, Carroll, Cherokee, Clay, Crawford, Greene, Franklin, Hamilton, Hancock, Humboldt, Ida, Kossuth, Palo Alto, Pocahontas, Sac, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa.

Notice is hereby given to the qualified electors of the Iowa Central Community College District in the counties of Boone, Buena Vista, Calhoun, Carroll, Cherokee, Clay, Crawford, Greene, Franklin, Hamilton, Hancock, Humboldt, Ida, Kossuth, Palo Alto, Pocahontas, Sac, Webster and Wright, State of Iowa, that a Special Election will be held on December 6, 2016 for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors of the Merged Area the question of authorizing Public Measure A as set forth on the ballot that is included as a part of this notice.

The polls will be opened at 12:00 noon and will close at 8:00 p.m. Voters with questions about this election or where to vote should contact the Wright County Auditor’s office at (515) 532-2771.

The precincts and polling places for this election are as follows: Those residents living in the following School Districts: Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School District Wright County Courthouse

115 North Main

Clarion, IA 50525 Eagle Grove School District Eagle Grove Memorial Library

101 S. Cadwell

Eagle Grove, IA 50533 Please contact the County Auditor’s Office for information on absentee voting at the following:

Telephone: 515-532-2771

Email: auditor@co.wright.ia.us

Regular Mail: 115 North Main Street, Clarion, IA 50525 Dated at Clarion, Wright County, Iowa, and given under my hand and seal on this 23rd day of November, 2016.

Betty Ellis, Wright County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections

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Public hearing on agribusiness urban renewal area set for December 19 Kacey Ginn

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Last week, the county board of supervisors set a public hearing date for December 19 at 10 a.m.

For the Designation of the Expanded 2016 Wright County Agribusiness Urban Renewal Area and on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment.

Bryce Davis, economic development director, said potential amendments had to do with the land purchased by Prestage Foods of Iowa and with wastewater services.

Davis added that the plan should be available to view online before

December 19.

Other business at the November 21 meeting included the approval of the Parent Connection Program policy and procedure manual, which will allow the program, directed by Angela Wesselink, to become stateaccredited this spring.

The supervisors also approved a new hire in the secondary roads department for the Clarion area after a Clarion employee transferred to an open position in Dows. The new employee’s name was to be released after completing a physical and pre-employment requirements.

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The Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice to the public of its intent to reimburse State and local governments and agencies, and eligible private non-profit organizations for eligible costs incurred to repair and/or replace facilities damaged by severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding occurring from August 23 to 27, 2016 and September 21 to October 3, 2016.

This notice applies to the Public Assistance (PA) and Hazard Mitigation Grant (HMGP) programs implemented under the authority of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, 42 USC §§ 51215206.as amended.

Under a major disaster declaration (FEMA4281-DR-IA) signed by the President on September 29, 2016, the following counties in the State of Iowa have been designated adversely affected by the disaster and are eligible for PA only: Allamakee, Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, Floyd, Howard, Mitchell, and Winneshiek (August 23 through August 27, 2016 incident period). All counties in the State of Iowa are eligible for HMGP. Additionally, under a major disaster declaration (FEMA-4289-DR-IA) signed by the President on October 31, 2016, the following counties in the State of Iowa have been designated adversely affected by the disaster and are eligible for PA only: Allamakee, Benton, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Cerro Gordo, Chickasaw, Clayton, Delaware, Des Moines, Fayette, Floyd, Franklin, Howard, Linn, Mitchell, Winneshiek, and Wright (September 21 through October 3, 2016 incident period).

All counties in the State of Iowa are eligible for HMGP. There are no counties declared for Individual Assistance on either of the two aforementioned disasters (FEMA-4281-DR-IA, FEMA-4289DR-IA).

This public notice concerns public assistance activities that may affect historic properties, activities that are located in or affect wetland areas or the 100-Year Floodplain (areas determined to have a one percent probability of flooding in any given year), and critical actions within the 500-Year Floodplain. Such activities may adversely affect the historic property, floodplain or wetland, or may result in continuing vulnerability to flood damage.

Such activities may include restoring facilities located in a floodplain with eligible damage to pre-disaster condition. Examples of such activities include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Non-emergency debris removal and disposal; 2. Non-emergency protective measures; 3. Repair/replacement of roads, including streets, culverts, and bridges; 4. Repair/replacement of public dams, reservoirs and channels; 5. Repair/replacement of public buildings and related equipment; 6. Repair/replacement of public water control facilities, pipes and distribution systems; 7. Repair/replacement of public utilities, including sewage treatment plants, sewers and electrical power distribution systems; and 8. Repair/replacement of eligible private, non-profit facilities (hospitals, educational centers, emergency and custodial care services, etc.).

The President’s Executive Order 11988, Floodplain Management, and Executive Order 11990, Protection of Wetlands, requires that all Federal actions in or affecting the 100Year floodplain or wetland areas be reviewed for opportunities to move the facility out of the floodplain or wetland and to reduce the risk of future damage or loss from flooding and minimize harms to wetlands. However, FEMA has determined that, in certain situations, there are no alternatives to restoring an eligible facility located in the floodplain to its predisaster condition. These situations meet all of the following criteria: 1. The FEMA estimated cost of repairs is less than 50 percent of the estimated cost to replace the facility and the replacement cost of the facility is less than $100,000.

2. The facility is not located in a floodway or coastal high hazard area.

3. The facility has not sustained structural damage in a previous presidentially declared flood disaster or emergency.

4. The facility is not defined as critical (e.g., hospital, generating plant, contains dangerous materials, emergency operation center, etc.).

FEMA will provide assistance to restore the facilities described above to their pre-

disaster condition, and also when measures to mitigate the effects of future flooding may be incorporated into the restoration work. For example, insufficient waterway openings under culverts and bridges may cause water back up to wash out the structures. The water back up could wash out the facility and could damage other facilities in the area. Increasing the size of the waterway opening would mitigate, or lessen, the potential for this damage.

Additional examples of mitigation measures include providing erosion protection at bridge abutments or levees, and extending entrance tubes on sewage lift stations.

Disaster assistance projects to restore facilities, which do not meet the criteria listed above, must undergo a detailed review. The review will include a study to determine if the facility can be moved out of the floodplain. The public is invited to participate in the review. The public may identify alternatives for restoring the facility and may participate in analyzing the impact of the alternatives on the facility and the floodplain. An address and phone number for obtaining information about specific assistance projects is provided at the end of this Notice. The final determination regarding the restoration of these facilities in a floodplain will be announced in future Public Notices.

Due to the urgent need for and/or use of the certain facilities in a floodplain, actions to restore the facility may have started before the Federal inspector visits the site. Some of these facilities may meet the criteria for a detailed review to determine if they should be relocated. Generally, facilities may be restored in their original location where at least one of the following conditions applies: 1. The facility, such as a flood control device or bridge, is functionally dependent on its floodplain location.

2. The facilities, such as a park or other open-use space, already represent sound floodplain management and, therefore, there is no need to change it.

3. The facility, such as a road or a utility, is an integral part of a larger network that could not be relocated economically.

4. Emergency action is needed to address a threat to public health and safety.

The effects of not relocating the facilities will be examined. In each case, the examination must show an overriding public need for the facility at its original location that clearly outweighed the requirements in the Executive Order to relocate the facility out of the floodplain. FEMA will also consult State and local officials to make certain that no actions taken will violate either State or local floodplain protection standards.

The restoration of these facilities may also incorporate certain measures designed to mitigate the effects of future flooding. This will be the only Notice to the public concerning these facilities.

The National Historic Preservation Act requires federal agencies to take into account the effects of their undertakings on historic properties. Those actions or activities affecting buildings, structures, districts or objects 50 years or older or that affect archeological sites or undisturbed ground will require further review to determine if the property is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places (Register). If the property is determined to be eligible for the Register, and FEMA’s undertaking will adversely affect it, FEMA will provide additional public notices. For historic properties not adversely affected by FEMA’s undertaking, this will be the only public notice.

FEMA also intends to provide Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) funding under Section 404 of the Stafford Act to the State of Iowa for the purposes of mitigating future disaster damages. Hazard mitigation projects may involve the construction of a new facility (e.g., retention pond, or debris dam), modification of an existing undamaged facility (e.g., improving waterway openings of bridges or culverts), and the relocation of facilities out of the floodplain. Subsequent Notices will provide more specific information as project proposals are developed.

Information about assistance projects may be obtained by submitting a written request to the Regional Director, DHS-FEMA Region VII; 9221 Ward Parkway, Suite 300; Kansas City, MO 64114-3372. The information may also be obtained by calling: (816) 283-7061, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Comments should be sent in writing to the Regional Director, at the above address, within 15 days of the date of publication of this notice.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Eagle Grove Utility Board Minutes UTILITY BOARD MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 23, 2016 The meeting was called to order with trustees Peterson, Wilson, Wright, and Rethman present. Absent: Ryerson. Also present: City Finance Officer Maier, Mayor Sandy McGrath, Council Dennis Vandewater, Waste Water Superintendent Nesvold, and Kent Rutherford.

A motion was made by Rethman, and seconded by Wilson, to approve claims. Roll Call Vote: All ayes.

CLAIMS Automatic Systems, Flow meter calibration.......................................... 561.00 Nutri Ject Systems, Digester sidewall........................................ 30,086.00 Nyemaster Goode, Legal fees County agreement......................... 4,101.52 Fund Totals: Sewer..................................................... 561.00 Sewer Capital Improvement............. 34,187.52 A motion was made by Wright, and seconded by Rethman, to approve Resolution UB2016-04: County/City Agreement. Roll Call Vote: All ayes.

A motion was made by Wright, and seconded

by Rethman, to adjourn at 12:35 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

CITY OF GOLDFIELD NOTICE OF PROPOSED ACTION TO INSTITUTE PROCEEDINGS TO ENTER INTO A LOAN AGREEMENT AND TO BORROW MONEY THEREUNDER IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $300,000 (WATER REVENUE) The City Council of the City of Goldfield, Iowa, will meet on December 12, 2016, at the Council Chambers, in the City, at 6 o’clock p.m., for the purpose of instituting proceedings and taking action to enter into a loan agreement (the “Loan Agreement”) and to borrow money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $300,000, for the purpose of paying the cost, to that extent, of constructing improvements and extensions to the Municipal Waterworks Utility System.

The Loan Agreement will not constitute a general obligation of the City, nor will it be payable in any manner by taxation but, together with any additional obligations of the City as may be hereafter issued and outstanding from time to time ranking on a parity therewith, will be payable solely and only from the Net Revenues of the Municipal Waterworks Utility System.

At the aforementioned time and place, oral or written objections may be filed or made to the proposal to enter into the Loan Agreement.

After receiving objections, the City may determine to enter into the Loan Agreement, in which case, the decision will be final unless appealed to the District Court within fifteen (15) days thereafter.

By order of the City Council of the City of Goldfield, Iowa.

Barbara Jergenson City Clerk Wk.48

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WRIGHT COUNTY SUPERVISORS MINUTES SUPERVISORS NOVEMBER 21, 2016 Chairman Watne called the regular meeting of the Wright County Board of Supervisors to order at 9 a.m. Members present were Rasmussen and Watne, with Helgevold absent.

Minutes of the previous regular meeting of November 14, 2016, were read and approved.

Approved claims for payment.

Motion by Watne, and seconded by Rasmussen, to request the Economic Development Review Committee to review the loan to Nu Treatments LLC (aka – CocoRoo) to see if there can be some more leverage against the loan. Motion carried.

Bryce Davis, Wright County Economic Development Director, presented information on the amendment to the Wright County Agribusiness Urban Renewal Area and Urban Renewal Plan amendment.

Presented was Resolution 2016-32 on the Renewal Area. Accordingly, Supervisor Rasmussen moved the adoption of the following resolution entitled “Resolution setting date for public hearing on designation of the expanded 2016 Wright County Agribusiness Urban Renewal Area and on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment,” and the motion was seconded by Supervisor Watne. Following due consideration, the Chairperson put the question on the motion and the roll being called, the following named Supervisors voted: Ayes: Watne and Rasmussen; Nays: None, with Helgevold absent. Resolution 2016-32 duly passed and reads as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2016-32 Resolution Setting Date for Public Hearing on Designation of the Expanded 2016 Wright County Agribusiness Urban Renewal Area and on Urban Renewal Plan Amendment WHEREAS, the Board of Supervisors (the “Board”) of Wright County, Iowa (the “County”), by resolution previously established the 2016 Wright County Agribusiness Urban Renewal Area (the “Urban Renewal Area”) and adopted an urban renewal plan (the “Plan”) for the governance of projects and initiatives to be undertaken therein; and WHEREAS, a proposal has been made which shows the desirability of expanding the Urban Renewal Area to add and include all the

property (the “Property”) described on Exhibit A hereto; and WHEREAS, this Board is desirous of obtaining as much information as possible from the residents of the County before making this decision; and WHEREAS, an amendment (the “Amendment”) to the Plan has been prepared which covers the addition of the Property to the Urban Renewal Area and updates the description of the Wastewater Treatment Facilities Development Urban Renewal Project which was previously approved by the Board on August 8, 2016; and WHEREAS, the Property meets the definition of “agricultural land” under Section 403.17 of the Code of Iowa and pursuant to said law, a consent agreement (the “Ag Land Consent”) has been prepared for execution by the owners (the “Ag Land Owners”) of the Property; and WHEREAS, portions of the Property lie within two miles of the incorporated limits of the City of Eagle Grove, Iowa (the “City”), and pursuant to Section 403.17, the County must enter into a joint agreement (the “Joint Agreement”) with such City in order to exercise urban renewal authority over such portions of the Property; and WHEREAS, it is now necessary that a date be set for a public hearing on the expansion of the Urban Renewal Area and on the Amendment; NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the Board of Supervisors of Wright County, Iowa, as follows: Section 1. This Board will meet at the Courthouse, Clarion, Iowa, on December 19, 2016, at 10:00 o’clock a.m., at which time and place it will hold a public hearing on the designation of an expanded Urban Renewal Area as described in the preamble hereof and on the Amendment.

Section 2. The County Auditor shall publish notice of said hearing, the same being in the form attached to this resolution, which publication shall be made in a legal newspaper of general circulation in Wright County, which publication shall be not less than four (4) and not more than twenty (20) days before the date set for the hearing.

Section 3. Pursuant to Section 403.5

of the Code of Iowa, the County Auditor and Bryce Davis are hereby designated as the County’s representatives in connection with the consultation process which is required under that section of the urban renewal law.

Section 4. The proposed Amendment is hereby submitted to the County’s Planning and Zoning Commission for review and recommendations, as required by Section 403.5, Code of Iowa.

Section 5. The County Auditor is hereby authorized and directed to present the Ag Land Consent to the Ag Land Owners for approval, execution and delivery to the County prior to the public hearing on December 19, 2016, and all acting heretofore taken in this regard are hereby notified and affirmed.

Section 6. The County Auditor is hereby authorized and directed to present the Joint Agreement to the City for approval, execution and delivery to the County prior to the public hearing on August 8, 2016.

Passed and approved November 21, 2016.

Motion by Watne, and seconded by Rasmussen, to approve the new Standard #17 on Conflict of Interest Policy for the Parent’s Connection program. The Board of Supervisors finds it particularly important that the community have confidence in the management and administration of the Parent Connection’s projects. Motion carried.

Motion by Rasmussen, and seconded by Watne, to approve the Parent Connection, Parent Coordinator Policy and Procedure Manual. Motion carried.

Adam Clemons, Wright County Engineer, presented a name of a person for Patrol Operator that will be working out of the Clarion Secondary Roads Shed.

Motion

by Rasmussen, and seconded by Watne, to approve the hire of the presented name contingent on post offer pre-employment testing. Motion carried.

Motion by Rasmussen, and seconded

by Watne, to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Stan Watne, Chairman Wright County Board of Supervisors Betty Ellis, Wright County Auditor Wk.48

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Thursday, December 1, 2016

AnswerLine finding new ways — The Alternative to connect with Iowans Windmills make us poor Beth Marrs and Elizabeth Meimann like to say that, at AnswerLine, “If we can’t be your last call, we want to at least be your second-to-last call.”

That was the case on one unforgettable day.

One caller was self-cleaning her oven, and the process got out of control, creating flames in the oven.

“She said, ‘I have a fire in my kitchen, what should I do?’”

Meimann recalled. “It’s like, ‘Hang up and dial 911!’ Other people were eavesdropping (on my call),” Meimann said. “She said, ‘This is just the best service!’ We were telling her to clear everyone out of the house, go to the neighbor’s, call the fire department. On and on she went.”

Meimann had the right idea in that situation—if your house is on fire, obviously, call 911—but the caller’s thought process illustrates the bond that AnswerLine has built with its clients. Over the last 40 years, the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach hotline has become a highly trusted resource for the people of Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota, providing information and resources on home and family questions regarding everything from child development to cleaning to food safety, nutrition, laundry, and much more.

The program has grown from a 16-county pilot program to a multistate program that now connects by email or phone with around 20,000 clients on an annual basis. And they are always looking for ways to reach new audiences.

“We try and do everything we can,” Meimann said. “Because we think of ourselves as the front door of Extension and Outreach. We’re a friendly voice. We’re happy to talk to people. We get a lot of, ‘Oh, it’s so nice to talk to a real person.’

We want to be as service-oriented as possible and just provide great customer service.”

A Pilot Program Takes Off AnswerLine began on March 1, 1975, as a six-month pilot program tested in a pair of eight-county areas surrounding Des Moines and Creston, headed up by founder Mary Jo Williams.

“She wanted to make a resource for all the county home economists that were trying to prepare programming and do things in their own counties, but would have to stop their work to answer (questions) like, ‘How long does this cook, is this still good, can I make this ahead of time,’” Meimann said. “So she saw a toll-free number where consumers could get help like that as a way of easing the burden on home economists.”

According to an Estherville Daily News article titled “ISU Watts Line Answers Problems,” Williams got some unusual questions, like the man who asked “how high rabbits can jump” in order to build a garden fence, how to get melted Tupperware out of the oven and how to build a smokehouse.

The program was a hit and quickly spread across Iowa, receiving permanent funding.

“After a year they said, ‘This is working,’” Meimann said. “’No reason to keep testing this.’”

Pre-Internet, AnswerLine was a little different. Four four-drawer file cabinets stored all of the information that, today, is at our fingertips, a Google search away.

“A lot of those questions were timing, safety, things that maybe consumers in general wouldn’t know,” Meimann said. “Similar questions, a lot of quick and easy answers, how do I know if this cake is done, this is how you test it, laundry stains. Those sorts of things that consumers didn’t have as easy access to as they do now.”

A Modern AnswerLine These days, the questions have changed, due to the Internet’s proliferation. AnswerLine has a social media presence on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, as well as a twice-weekly blog.

“We use the Internet quite a bit, but we only use research-based information,” Meimann said. “So we know how to search to get just that kind of information to come up.”

AnswerLine also uses the cache it has built up to reach a number of different audiences. The line (800262-3804 in Iowa) is open 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. MondayFriday, and with a staff of just three specialists, relationships are built, sometimes on a first-name basis.

“We’ve got the people who have had our number, people who’ll call in and say, ‘I’ve been calling you ladies for 38 years and I got this phone number from my mom,’” Marrs said. “Now with our social media presence, we’re trying to target a different market. We’re trying to hit some of the younger people rather than the older base who were the original callers.”

And that younger group needs to know how to do things safely as well.

“People say, ‘How can you do your job? People can use the Internet,’” Marrs said. “But they don’t know how to use the Internet safely. They need research-based information and they’re calling for a reason. They’ve got a question in their head and they know something’s not right.”

Personal service on all levels is important, Meimann explained.

They always try to return missed calls, especially if they’re pulled away by a fire drill or something similar, or they see a caller hang up without leaving a message.

“If something happens and we miss a call, we want to not be creepy like we’re watching you,” she said.

“On the other hand, if someone tries to reach us and we’re on a long call that we can’t end because it’s really important, but you see someone’s waiting a bit and you’re afraid they might drop off, sometimes we’ll write down their number and call them immediately after and say, ‘We

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On-going patient satisfaction surveys are also required.

Participant access to The Compliance Team’s (TCT) national web database is an integral part of TCT’s industry leading program.

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saw you were trying to get in. How can we help you?’”

Changing With the Times In 2013, 67 percent of AnswerLine’s calls dealt with food, food safety, or food preservation, and Meimann said the growth of home food preservation has changed how they approach their job, with more one-on-one interactions and extended teaching.

“Now, we do a lot of hand-holding, a lot of teaching,” she said. “We’ll get folks who say they’re using the open kettle method—they heat something up in a pan, put it in a jar and put the lid on and call it good.

That’s very unsafe. A lot of people, that’s what they remember Grandma doing. So we’re going through, explaining the hazard, explaining the proper method and all the things you need to have.”

“We’re trying to discourage the use of Grandma’s information on canning,” Marrs said, “because Grandma’s information is more than likely not scientifically sound.

Things were different way back when.”

Always There for You AnswerLine’s overall busiest period is the three days before Thanksgiving, when food calls come pouring in before the holiday, but they actually spike highest overall between mid-June and midSeptember.

“We really do flow with the weather,” Meimann said. “So if there’s an early planting and gardening season, with rhubarb and strawberries, those calls come earlier. If there’s an early frost we get the end of the gardening questions earlier, but if summer stretches on, those canning and freezing questions stretch on.”

House fires aside, AnswerLine is a resource for those in crisis following disasters or life changes, from power outages to floods and more, especially regarding food safety.

“People have an immediate resource,” Meimann said. “We’re here all the time. And we find we watch television differently than we used to. If they talk about a product recall or something is going on, we try to be well-versed in where we get information so we can help people.”

And if they don’t know personally, they can direct callers to a resource which can help them, leaning on Iowa State University and its research-based information. As Meimann says, “we try not to leave people adrift. We want to get their questions answered.”

After all, that’s what AnswerLine has been all about for 40 years—and plans on for at least another 40, no matter the technology.

“Everyone is so grateful,” Marrs said. “Even if they don’t start out grateful, by the end we have convinced them that what we’re telling them is right and it’s the right thing to do.”

For years, alternative energy development was stifled by petroleum subsidies; among them military protection rackets and depletion allowances. The subsidies were touted as a way to prop up national security and help low income people get around. But if the cost of oil was realized at the pump instead of hidden in tax breaks and subsidies, investment in other forms of energy would have been more attractive.

Anygovernment-forcedtransfer of wealth results in misdirected economic decisions. The only way to know which form of energy is best is to let millions of consumers decide without interference.

The market is already full of products that we’ve shown we want through purchase. So in order to cash in on a way to compete with proven goods and services, a crisis is used.

In the history of Earth, we are now in the lower one quarter of the range of Earth’s temperature, yet there is some serious money to be made. In spite of the fact that nature has provided us with the ultimate storage vehicle for solar energy, fossil fuels, we are to believe that these tiny objects (relative to Earth’s surface) such as power plants and cars can drastically change the climate.

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engine. (Google, by the way, is a joke, controlled by climate change industry tax feeders.)

The bottom line is that we should tell the bio-fuel and windmill scam artists to take a hike. We should be skeptical when a crisis is touted as a way to fight a market that is truly our friend. The market makes us wealthy. Government control makes us poor.

Those of us who are concerned about income inequality, the cost of medical care, and the cost of living in general should reject the idea of punishing the productive class to reward opportunistic snake oil salesmen.

I can’t imagine self-described constitutional conservative, Representative Steve King, and the taxpayers’ watchdog, Senator Charles Grassley actually believe the windmill subsidies are constitutional or a moral alternative to freedom. Bringing home the bacon to Iowa costs someone else, somewhere.

On this Thanksgiving Day. I am thankful we have none of these monuments to stupidity within sight of our farm.

A note on The Alternative from two weeks back: Brett Pharo wrote about the election, not me.

A letter to the editor, or directly to me at 4selfgovernment@gmail. com would be welcome. Also, you can view my blog here: www. alternativebyfritz.com

Registration for Practical Farmers’ 2017 annual conference Registration is now open for Practical Farmers of Iowa’s 2017 annual conference, “Pass It On,” Jan. 20-21, at the Iowa State Center Scheman Building on the ISU campus in Ames. Register online at http://practicalfarmers.org.

This year’s theme celebrates the impact of farmer-to-farmer learning on farmers’ confidence to explore new or different farming practices, and their ability improve farm profitability and land stewardship.

Some highlights of the conference—which attracted more than 900 farmers, researchers and supporters last year—include:

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a curtain to cordon off the kitchen because the wood cook-stove was the only way to keep us warm. Now I only use insulated coveralls for ringing the Salvation Army bell at Fareway. The climate is warmer.

The climate science debate is focused on whether the climate is warming and laws to fix the problem, while ignoring the consequences of those laws and the benefits they will bring.

Susan Solomon (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), one of the world’s top climate scientists, and her colleagues issued a report published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. It states that eliminating carbon dioxide emissions from human activity would be offset by natural processes and not slow the trend toward a warmer climate.

On the other end of the scale is the most optimistic estimate of the results of a world totalitarian dictatorship (Invade China?). If we are all controlled to such an extent, the temperature of the earth would be reduced by less than one tenth of one percent of a degree F in a hundred years. We are presently spending $1.5 trillion per year on the global warming industry and according to the alarmists that is still not enough. Imagine how lifestyles would change if we were doing “enough.” This cloudy, windless day would have me huddled by a window with pencil and paper, not at this keyboard and search

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A keynote address by three renowned Iowa farmers: Susan Jutz, of Solon; Vic Madsen, of Audubon; and Dan Wilson, of Paullina. These three farmers—who together represent the diverse range of farm enterprises Iowa is capable of sustaining—will each share words of wisdom from their decades of farming experience.

42 farmer-led sessions presented

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Eight networking and interactive

When do you meet?

Eagle Grove Area Dollars for Scholars Meets at the Gathering/Community Room of Rotary Senior Living-South The Fourth Monday of the month September-May At 6:30 p.m.

We welcome all interested people to attend!

A.A. Meeting Wednesdays at 8 p.m.

510 S. Jackson, Eagle Grove N.A. Meeting Mondays at 8 p.m.

510 S. Jackson, Eagle Grove Parent Connection A monthly support group for parents, grandparents, foster parents, and guardians of special needs children Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month 6 - 7:30 p.m. at EG Library

sessions, where attendees will have a chance to ask detailed questions of experts or meet with others who share similar interests.

Three pre-conference short courses: “Scaling Up Pastured Poultry”; “Conserving $$ and Soil”; and “Production, Processing and Marketing of Alternative Berry Crops”.

There will also be the presentation of PFI’s 2016 Sustainable Agriculture Achievement Award.

A full overview of sessions is available at practicalfarmers.org.

Bower Masonic Lodge 1st Tuesday of the month 6:30 p.m. at Masonic Lodge in Eagle Grove Lion’s Club 4th Tues. of the month 6 p.m. at Emerson Building in EG Wright County Taxpayers’ Association Meeting 3rd Mon. of the month 7 p.m.

Pizza Ranch in Clarion Viona Masonic Meeting 2nd Tues. of the month 8 p.m.

Masonic Hall in Renwick Rotary Club of EG Meets at the community room of Rotary Senior Living-South Noon each Tuesday for 55 minutes We welcome visitors.

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Eagle Grove Golden Stars are State-bound The Eagle Grove Golden Stars dancers have been working hard to prepare for their State competition at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines this Thursday. The Drill Team will compete in three areas on Dec. 1, including Kick, Jazz, and Pom. If you have the chance, you are encouraged to attend the nation’s largest dance competition and cheer them on as they represent Eagle Grove.

Photo by Kim Demory

We would like to Thank everyone for the cards, flowers, food, and prayers in remembrance of Stan. Thank you to Dr. Junge and the staff of Iowa Specialty Hospital, and Dr. Dustin Smith and staff at UnityPoint Clinic in Eagle Grove for their wonderful care over the years. Thank you to Kindred Hospice and Foust Funeral Home for their kindness. Also, Pastor Sara Sutter for the wonderful service, Dawn Smith and Marie Nesheim for the great music, and the United Presbyterian Ladies for the delicious lunch.

Thank you to the Class of 1963 and the Class of 1965.

Linda Ganzeveld Ernie & Michelle Ganzeveld and family

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Thank you to all those who attended the event and bid on the items and to these businesses and community members for donating: Hairs to You Clarion Pizza Ranch Broadway Vision Joyce Wearmouth Eagle Pharmacy Knutzon’s Inc

Christ Furniture Prestige Lewright Locker Shelly Rethman Larson’s Guns & Ammo Deb Smith Jan Derscheid Security Savings Bank Twiins Shop Eisentrager Law J & J Sports

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EGHS Girls Basketball

EGHS Wrestling

Returning letterwinners for the Eagle girls varsity basketball team this year are, from left; Natalie Vrba, Allison Purcell, Jarika Eisentrager and Laine Morgan. Photo by Les Houser

Returning letterwinners for the Eagle wrestling team for this year are, from left; Jon Mendoza, Saxon Lyman, Derek Graham, Brayden Lyman and Lincoln Miller. Missing from the photo is Cole Grandgeorge. Photo by Les Houser

EGHS Boys Basketball Returning letterwinners for the Eagle boys varsity basketball team this year are: First row, from left; Sam Johnson, Colin Omvig, Ryan Smith. Second row, from left; Austin Hill, Chase Blasi and Niko Padilla. Missing from the photo is Spencer Espejo. Photo by Les Houser

Class 1A Regional Coach of the Year

Eagle Grove head boys cross country coach Ben Demuth recently received word he had been chosen as a Class 1A Regional Coach of the Year by the Iowa Association of Track/Cross Country Coaches. This is his second consecutive year to receive the honor, and his team’s have continued the tradition of representing the school at the annual state meet for so many years now. “I had no expectations about this,” said the head coach. “I thought there was no way I would get back to back recognition. It was two weeks ago, and I was looking up to see who the winners were so I could send out some congratulations. Someone sent one to me, and since I hadn’t checked 1A I did and saw my name. It was totally unexpected. This is for all the guys on the team, and I humbly accept it in their honor.” Photo by Les Houser

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THURS., DEC. 1 4:15 p.m. MS Boys Basketball at Bishop Garrigan 6 p.m. JV/V Wrestling vs. Garner-Hayfield/Ventura, West Hancock FRI., DEC. 2 4 p.m. JV Girls Basketball at West Hancock 5 p.m. JV Boys Basketball at West Hancock 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball at West Hancock 7:30 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball at West Hancock SAT., DEC. 3 10 a.m. Varsity Wrestling at Wapsie Valley Tourn.

2 p.m. JV Girls Basketball vs. West Fork 3 p.m. JV Boys Basketball vs. West Fork 4 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball vs. West Fork 5:30 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball vs. West Fork MON., DEC. 5 4:15 p.m. MS Boys Basketball vs. Forest City 5 p.m. JV Boys Basketball at CAL 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball at CAL 7:45 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball at CAL TUES., DEC. 6 4 p.m. JV Girls Basketball vs. Belmond-Klemme 4:15 p.m. MS Boys Basketball vs. Webster City 5 p.m. JV Boys Basketball vs. Belmond-Klemme 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Belmond-Klemme 7:45 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Belmond-Klemme THURS., DEC. 8 6:15 p.m. JJV Boys Basketball vs. Bishop Garrigan FRI., DEC. 9 4 p.m. MS Wrestling at Clarion-Goldfield-Dows 4 p.m. JV Girls Basketball at Bishop Garrigan 5 p.m. JV Boys Basketball at Bishop Garrigan 6:15 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball at Bishop Garrigan 7:45 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball at Bishop Garrigan SAT., DEC. 10 11 a.m. Varsity Wrestling at Algona Tournament

Yard and Garden: Handling and maintaining houseplants during Winter

By Richard Jauron and Greg Wallace Houseplants provide muchneeded 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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With the good yields this fall, storage of corn and soybeans is limited. Many towns have piles of corn due to lack of storage. These were taken 11-20-16 at Goldfield’s ethanol plant.

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