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Habitat for Humanity

GARNER - Habitat for Humanity is holding an informational meeting on Thursday, Dec. 15 at the Garner City Hall at 6:30 p.m. on how to become a Habitat homeowner in Garner. Habitat is accepting applications for a new Habitat home at 1070 Grove Avenue. Habitat serves families who cannot get approve for tradition home mortgage with an interest free mortgage.

Garner Asset Project

GARNER – The Garner Asset Project (GAP) will meet Thursday, Dec. 8, 12 noon at the Garner United Presbyterian Church. All interested persons are welcome to attend.

West Hancock Christmas Concerts

BRIT - The public is invited to attend these upcoming holiday concerts at West Hancock Community School: The middle school band and choir concert at Kanawha will be 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15. The West Hancock High School Christmas Concert will be held Thursday, Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. There will be a combined number with audience sing-along at the high school concert.

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Private applicators can recertify by attending a private applicator continuing instruction course. Several locations are offered in Hancock County and surrounding counties. If you have questions please contact Trece Lonneman at 641-9232856.

Pearl Harbor

CLEAR LAKE - In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, Bennett Smith, faculty of the North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) Lifelong Learning Institute will hold a free presentation on Wednesday, Dec. 7 from 3 -5 p.m. at the Clear Lake VFW Post 4868 at 219 Main Avenue. The objective of this presentation and round table is to honor the service and sacrifice of those who were at Pearl Harbor that day and all American veterans who have served our country in uniform. This event is free and open to the public. To register, call the NIACC Lifelong Learning Institute at 641-4224358.

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the health of the company’s animals. Christensen Farms operates in six states and has approximately 1,000 employees, operating four feed mills, and managing 145,000 sows on 44 farms. They also oversee more than 250 nurseries and grow-finish sites. Christensen Farms & Feedlots, Inc. was nominated for the Iowa Venture Award by Prairie Energy Cooperative. Kirk Brincks, director of Asset Management for Christensen Farms, stated Christensen Farms has built six other similar facilities in other locations in the last year and half. Brincks credited the cooperation and the behind-the-scenes work of Hancock County Economic Development Corporation Jill Kramer, the City of Garner, Prairie Energy Cooperative, Dean Snyder Construction and others for making it a “very smooth project.” “We were able to complete the project on time and within our budget,” said Brincks. Construction started in the fall of 2015 and was VENTURE AWARD to page 10a

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gleadernews@qwestoffice.net GARNER – Christensen Farms & Feedlots of Garner was recognized by the Iowa Area Development Group (IADG) with the Iowa Venture Award for their most recent facility addition at Garner. The company was one of seven companies honored with the award at a luncheon held in conjunction with the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives’ annual meeting in West Des Moines, Dec. 1. Construction of the bio-security wash complex in the Touchstone Energy Park in Garner was completed earlier this year. The facility is the company’s sixth, and was built to ensure all trucks and trailers are washed in a timely manner in accordance with all bio-security procedures and guidelines. The bio-security facility consists of three buildings: a truck wash, a wood chip storage building, and a bio-dry building. The purpose is to stop the spread of disease and help manage

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Two-year old Gavin Field points to a “Santa” ornament on the Chirstmas tree at the Garner Public Library. Youngsters had the opportunity to tell Santa their Chirstmas wishes Thursday, Dec. 1, when Santa and Mrs. Claus made a stop at the library. More “Holiday Affair” highlights are on page 11a and on the Leader’s Facebook page.

Duncan Heights completes transition to new location Rebecca Peter

gleadernews@qwestoffice.net GARNER –Duncan Heights, Inc., is a non-profit organization serving persons with mental health and intellectual disabilities. The agency (formerly known as the county home) was privatized as Duncan Heights in 1989. This summer, Duncan Heights transitioned 37 clients from the county-owned property 5 miles east of Garner, to Supported Community Living homes or apartments at Britt, Forest City, Clear Lake, Garner and Grafton. The change was to meet federal requirements of the Olmstead Act to integrate residents the community. Earlier this fall, the agency also

moved its offices to 236 State Street in Garner (the former Video Place). “It was kind of a long process,” said Duncan Heights Director Heidi Hansen. “Our number one priority was transitioning our residents out. We had to find housing and had to make sure everyone fit with what they needed in housing.” The transitioning process started in July with the first group of clients. A second group was transitioned to neighboring communities in August. “The challenge was to group people together, who first of all, could live together well. We had people who would like to have lived totally alone, but it was not in their best interest to do that,” Hansen said.

Another challenge was finding affordable housing that would meet the physical needs of some clients. “We have several clients with limited mobility, who need walkers or would not be able to climb stairs,” she noted. Since clients are located in various communities, more staff was added. Duncan Heights has 25 full-time and 10 part-time employees. “We have been very lucky that the staff we had at the facility has transitioned into positions to care for people in the communities,” Hansen said. “With the transition to independent living, our residents now have the opportunity to make choices in their daily living that they didn’t have before.”

“That has been a challenge for some, and for others it has been very enjoyable to be able to cook and choose what they want to eat…to go to the grocery store…things they hadn’t done for years.” Hansen added that the downside sometimes making less than healthy food selections - is something we all have done. “But our staff is providing the guidance. Supervision and skill training is their role now,” she said. “You see how people have been able to grow. We’ve been able to tap into their desire to do things for themselves. It’s been very positive for their mental health and outlook on life.” DUNCAN HEIGHTS to page 3

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Tyler Christy joins Garner Police Rebecca Peter

gleadernews@qwestoffice.net GARNER – Tyler Christy is the newest member of the Garner Police Department. A 2011 graduate of Ventura High School, Christy received his bachelor’s degree in criminology from the University of Northern Iowa this past May. While at UNI, Christy underwent ROTC training. He is a commissioned officer with the Iowa Army National Guard. He will attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy in January. Christy said big influence in choosing law enforcement as a career, was his grandfather, the late Jim Hanson. Hanson was a long-time police officer on the Clear Lake Police Department. He sees law enforcement as a way to give back to the community. He is looking forward to getting to know the Garner community and working with his fellow officers in law enforcement. Tyler is the son of Cole and Kimberly Christy of Clear Lake. Kimberly Christy is the owner of Junkin Gal in Garner.

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Thursday, December 8 Jasperson Insurance & Real Estate Christmas open house will be held at 450 State St., Garner, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Frozen Frolic event will be held in Britt. The public is invited to join participating businesses for refreshments and deals. (See ads in Dec. 7 Leader). A parade of trees, hosted by the Britt Library, will be from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Contact the library to enter a tree. Iowa State Bank in Wesley, 108 Main St., is hosting its Christmas open house from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friends of the Library will meet at 6 p.m. at the Garner Public Library. Friday, December 9 Kanawha Public Library adult Continued on page 5

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An annual Yuletide season treat is the concert by the Hancock County Little Theatre Chorus Christmas Concert. The program featured seasonal music: from sacred to contemporary. Concert participants come from Garner, Britt, Corwith, Kanawha, and Titonka. This year’s concert, under the direction of Dianne Nall, was held at the Britt United Methodist Church. The choir was accompanied by Myra Bowman. In addition to several sections by a bell choir, other instrumental and solo contributions were by Jill Peterson, Stacy Heston, Karen Post, Willie Rosin, Jennifer Rosin, Gary Gjerstad, and Ivy Kitzinger.

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and Ewing Funeral Home sponsored the ice cream. Along with the dinner, guests signed up for gift basket drawing and two lucky kids six and under were able to draw for bicycles donated by Jerry and Arlene Christensen. The dinner itself functions as a free will donation fundraiser for the committee, with proceeds going towards entertainment for next year’s Hobo Day’s event. The committee will also be selling Christmas wreaths until December 19. The dinner was a hit with the kids

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as people lined up across the room to have their picture taken with Santa Claus, Mrs. Clause, and a helper elf. “We just have a good time,” said Boekelman. “Any time we can get together and do something fun we’re all for it.” Along with the dinner, the Hobo Days committee has helped kick off the Christmas season with a memory tree in the city gazeebo, which allows people a place to remember loved ones during the holidays.

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Caden Martinez told Santa and Mrs. Claus what he wanted for Christmas in Britt on Friday.

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funds come in, the inflexibility of the use of state funds, and the lack of growth of state funds has put a damper on our progression of facilities improvement. That is why the board is currently looking at the facilities needs list and exploring ways to finance these future items. Right now as taxpayers in the district you are paying a total of $1.69 + $.33 = $2.02/$1000 of assessed property value for facilities and equipment improvements. At the end of the 2019-20 school year the elementary building will be paid off which is bond at a $1.69/$1000. Right now the board has an approved non-voted Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL) that is $.33/$1000. For the 2020-21 school year your rates could drop $1.69 or you could approve an additional Voted PPEL of $1.01 for a total of $1.34/$1000 still saving $.68/$1000 on your taxes down from a total of $2.02. These extra funds would allow us to take care of facility and equipment needs at a faster rate. This would be limited to ten years of increased PPEL collection. This would allow us to take care of such items, as updating windows and doors throughout the district. It would also allow for much needed fixes on the building roofing, flooring, lockers, updates to the high school commons area, etc. These are things that need to be done but we currently do not have the funds to do them at a fast enough rate. Thank you for your consideration on this issue over the next couple of years and watch for opportunities give input to this option or possibly others. You could also take time to have discussions with your school board or myself about this. All of our contact information can be found on our school website.

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For about a month now, since just before Election Day, the seedier corners of the Internet have been obsessing over “Pizzagate,” a conspiracy theory about Hillary Clinton running a child trafficking ring out of a Washington D.C. pizzeria. The political conspiracy combined with the absurdity made for a catnip like combination for the internet trolls that frequent places like Reddit’s /r/The_Donald, who went so far to create a spin-off message board dedicated to the topic. Taking a life of its own, the conspiracy theory has created its own mythology, tying the pizzeria from the Clinton Foundation to Satanism to Brazilian football. Did a Hollywood celeb talk about pizza? Must be part of the conspiracy. Did a politician have their photo taken with a child? Must be part of the conspiracy. Why hasn’t the Washington Post covered it? Must be part of the conspiracy. And what does Janet Reno have to do with all of this anyway? Must be part of the conspiracy.

For the last month there have been bombastic YouTube videos and “news” articles, each eager to share the big revelation that will “blow the whole thing wide open.” And if it doesn’t happen, well then at least they got a big spike on their traffic for that day. It’s hard to say how many people actually believe in the Pizzagate conspiracy. A couple weeks back I had a conversation with a Trump supporter that admitted he only frequents places like /r/The_Donald because it’s fun to participate in its silliness. While I’m sure some people actually believe in the conspiracy theory, I suspect most people are treating it like a game. I understand the appeal. Conspiracy theories are fun. Heck, I’ve spent the last couple months following a series of YouTube videos predicting a reboot of the Pokemon franchise, linking the designs of new characters to medieval alchemy, Norse mythology, and the Book of Revelations. It’s not a complicated formula. Find one connection that seems plausible, then extrapolate ten more connections out of it. It can be fun to take a trip down the rabbit hole. But that’s a silly theory about a video game. This is a real life business run by real life people who have had their real life turned upside down by internet trolls looking for cheap laughs. All of which came to a head this weekend when a North Carolina man decided to do some “self-investigation” of the pizzeria. With a gun. Thankfully, nobody was hurt during the incident. A shot was apparently fired, but the man was otherwise arrested peacefully. But it could have gone differently. It’s hard to decide who is more cul-

had so much fun with the Duncan Heights residents that it’s been our activity of choice for the last several years.” He added, I know that this is a bit cliché, but I can tell you with all sincerity, that we get a great deal more from the residents than they get from us.”

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pable in this situation. The people who don’t know better and actually believe in the conspiracy nonsense, or the people that do know better and perpetuate it anyway. This behavior isn’t limited to just Internet trolls. This is the post-fact world that we live in. A world where social media has enabled us to create a personalized bubble of reality where anything that reaffirms your pre-established beliefs must be true and anything that challenges them is just part of the “lamestream media.” Everybody does this to some degree, myself included. It takes a conscious effort to challenge your perception. Not everybody has the time, energy, or inclination to do so. We all know that person on our social media that posts crazy stories about vapor trails in the sky, or the Department of Homeland Security buying up all the ammo in the country, or how global warming is a hoax. That person that posts whatever has a catchy headline without caring about whether or not what they’re posting is true. You know. The kind of person we just elected to be president. This is the inevitable result. One might think it’s harmless to share a silly story, but somebody else might actually believe it. For better or worse, the internet has turned us all into the media. Facebook is the largest distributor of news in the nation. That effectively means everybody is now the editor of their own news aggregate. It’s a power that should not be taken lightly. Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing and tries to keep his crazy theories on video games and movies.

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are looking forward to the upcoming Christmas party. The party is hosted annually by a family who has ties to Hancock County, but who wish to remain anonymous. “They bring in bingo, treats and gifts,” said Heidi. “They have a great time. It’s really kind of heartwarming that [the family] has chosen us and remained in providing holiday cheer for our people.” A family spokesperson recalled visiting the former county home during the 1970s and ‘80s. “Several years ago, our Mom was seeking charitable ventures that would allow her kids, grandchildren and great-grandchildren to participate,” he explained. “It was probably about seven years ago, when she had the idea that we would go to Duncan Heights, serve breakfast, play bingo and give each resident a gift. We chose something else a year later but then we decided that everyone just

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Duncan Height Inc., a non-profit residential care agency that assists persons with disabilities has completed the transition of residents to Supported Community Living settings in local communities. Duncan Heights offices are now located at 236 State, Garner (the former Video Place building). Duncan Heights staff members includes: Sharon Stromer, CMA/CSS; Heidi Hansen, director; Ted Erickson, CMA/CSS; Monica Abbas, human resource manager; Dawn Nedved, office assistant; and Kelly Flores, quality improvement. DUNCAN HEIGHTS from page 1 However, she also acknowledged a few clients have had a more difficult time adjusting to the looser structure. “Hopefully over time they will find their place and adjust,” she said. “Our goal is to continue to provide quality services to enhance the quality of life for each of our individuals we serve. By providing staff training, we have that security and support when they need us.” Staff organizes rides for residents who want to go church, to a movie, go shopping, or other outings. The agency welcomes churches, organizations and individuals who would like to become involved with providing activities and social opportunities. “[Duncan Heights clients] are very appreciative of it and they enjoy that contact.” Duncan Heights staff and clients

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North Iowa Area Community College presents Holiday Pops North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) proudly presents Holiday Pops at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2016. This presentation is part of the 2016-2017 Performing Arts and Leadership Series. The same ensembles that brought the community Candlelight Christmas join together for a new holiday collaboration. With over 150 local performers on stage, this show is sure to bring you into the holiday spirit. Performers will include the NIACC Concert Choir, NIACC Singers, North Iowa Choral Society, River City Chorus and members from the North Iowa Concert Band and North Iowa Orchestra. According to Musical Director Jayson Ryner, “The new format allows the performers more freedom to draw from some of the more recent holiday selections from musicals and movies.” The North Iowa Children’s Choir, under the direction of Allison Day, will present “It’s Almost Christmas” from The Little Princess. The NIACC Singers will sing “Believe” from The Polar Express with a solo dance by Elyssa Wilson. The show

will also include solo big band inspired performances by NIACC music majors Lydia Ouverson of Mason City singing “White Christmas” and Emily Erhardt of Fairbank singing “A Christmas Song.” Add in novelty selections including “Slow Rockin’ Christmas,” “Mele Kalikimaka,” and “Christmas Time is No Time to Diet,” and you have the recipe for a fun holiday filled afternoon. “The end of the show will bring back a traditional choral feel,” Ryner said. Included will be Franz Biebl’s “Ave Maria;” “Glow,” by Eric Whitacre; and “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing!” as sung by the Morman Tabernacle Choir. A featured solo

with orchestra of “O Holy Night,” by sophomore soprano Harleigh McKee from Webster City will surely be a highlight of the show. Ryner added, “The NIACC Concert Choir has been out on several occasions throughout the semester and received great reviews at all of our stops. Their featured spot at the end of the concert will surely be poignant and reverent.” For tickets to the show, call the NIACC Box Office at 1-888-466-4222, extension 4188. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.niacc.edu/ boxoffice. Please note the change of performance time from previously advertised information.

The 31st annual North Iowa TubaChristmas concert will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 10, in Southbridge Mall’s center court in Mason City. Any tuba, sousaphone, euphonium or baritone player of any age who would like to participate is asked to attend a rehearsal on Saturday morning in the Mason City High School band room. Registration is at 10 a.m., with a rehearsal starting at 10:30 a.m. Musicians should bring their own instruments, decorated with seasonal ornaments, lights, or bright Christmas colors, a Santa hat and music stand. TubaChristmas is a performance of

favorite Christmas carols by area tuba, baritone and euphonium players. The North Iowa concert will be one of more than 200 similar tuba concerts given throughout the United States and in several foreign countries. Starting in 1985, with only six players, the North Iowa TubaChristmas has grown to be one of the largest in the nation. It is one of Iowa’s longest running TubaChristmas events, and traditionally has been the largest in the state, drawing more than 100 tuba, baritone and euphonium players annually from North Iowa and southern Minnesota. TubaChristmas is celebrating its 43rd anniversary nationwide. It be-

gan in 1974 at the ice rink stage of New York City’s Rockefeller Center, where more than 300 tuba, baritone and euphonium players gathered to honor the memory of world-renowned tuba player and Iowa native, William J. Bell, who was born in Creston on Christmas Day, 1902. TubaChristmas was created by Harvey Phillips to honor Bell, and the traditional carols were specially arranged for the first TubaChristmas performance by American composer Alec Wilder, who died Christmas Eve, 1980. Phillips, an Indiana University music professor, died on October 20th of 2010. For more information on TubaChristmas, contact Jeff Kirkpatrick, TubaChristmas conductor, at 641-732-3102 or jkirkpatrick@ osage.k12.ia.us. The local group also has a Facebook site at www.facebook.com/masoncitytubachristmas

All aboard for Christmas fun! The Garner Community Christian Child Care (GC4) is hosting a fund-raiser, Saturday, Dec. 17, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Tickets will be available at the Garner Public Library. There is a limit of 195 tickets. While the kids write letters or color pictures for Santa, you are invited to have cookies and cocoa at the library. Then cross the street to North Iowa Designs to deliver Christmas letters to Santa himself! (Santa will be available for pictures.) Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride courtesy of Imperial Reign Friesians. The ride will end at the Avery Theatre for a 10:30 a.m. showing of the movie “Polar Express.” Doors at the theatre open at 10 a.m. The movie sponsored by the Garner Chamber of Commerce.

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By Mackenzie Johnson and Laura Sternweis, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – 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 Mackenzie Johnson, 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 Johnson, 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.” 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, Johnson 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 over-

indulging 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

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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,” Johnson 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. “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,” she noted. “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,” Johnson 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,” she said.

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Handling poinsettias during the holiday season By Richard Jauron and Greg Wallace, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – One of the best parts of the holiday season is adding colorful seasonal plants to the home. That includes the poinsettia. However, poinsettias do require special care to reach their full potential. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists can help answer queries about poinsettias and other holiday plants. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-2943108 or hortline@iastate.edu. What should I look for when purchasing a poinsettia? Poinsettias are available in a wide range of colors. Red is the most popular color. However, poinsettias also are available in burgundy, pink, salmon, white, cream and gold. In addition, there are bicolored, marbled and speckled poinsettias. The colorful part of the poinsettia, commonly referred to as the plant’s flowers, are actually modified leaves or bracts. The true flowers are yellow to green, button-like objects located in the center of the bract. When selecting a poinsettia, choose a plant with dark green foliage and brightly colored bracts. The true flowers should be shedding little or no pollen. Avoid poinsettias with wilted foliage, broken stems or few leaves. How do I care for a poinsettia? To prevent damage from cold temperatures, purchase the poinsettia at COMMUNITY CALENDAR Continued from page 1 book club will meet to discuss “Christmas Eve at Friday Harbor” by Lisa Kleypas. Britt Library is hosting the Parade of Trees from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the library to enter a tree. Iowa State Bank in Corwith, 104 NW Elm St. is hosting its Christmas open house from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, December 10 Britt Library is hosting the Parade of Trees from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and also during the Fireman’s Soup Supper. Contact the library to enter a tree. More information to follow on the soup supper. A Christmas party fundraiser for Britt and Garner food banks will be

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the end of the shopping trip, place the poinsettia in a plant sleeve or carefully wrap it before going outdoors and set the plant in a heated vehicle. Exposing the poinsettia to cold temperatures, even for a short time, may cause its bracts and leaves to blacken and drop. As soon as you get home, unwrap the poinsettia and place it near a sunny window or other well-lit location. However, don’t let the plant touch the cold windowpane. Also, keep the poinsettia away from cold drafts or heat sources. Poinsettias prefer temperatures between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Water needs can be determined with your finger. Check the potting soil daily. When the soil surface becomes dry to the touch, water the plant until water begins to flow out the bottom of the

pot. The pots of most poinsettias are placed inside decorative pot covers. When watering a poinsettia, carefully remove the pot cover, water the plant in the sink, then place the poinsettia back into the pot cover. Is the poinsettia poisonous? Contrary to popular belief, the poinsettia is not poisonous. However, it is not intended for human or animal consumption. It is still advisable to keep the poinsettia out of the reach of small children and pets. One potential health concern with the poinsettia is dermatitis or an irritation to the skin. When a poinsettia stem is cut or broken, milky sap oozes from the wound. Some individuals may develop a skin irritation if the milky sap comes in contact with their skin.

held from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Duncan Ballroom. Food will be provided from 5 p.m. until gone, and Santa will be present from 6 to 7 p.m. Music will be provided by Malek’s Fisherman Band from 5 to 8 p.m., and by DJ Randy Formanek from 8 to 10 p.m. This event is open to the public, and a free will offering will be accepted. Your Place in Garner is holding a “Ladies Day Out” from 1 to 4 p.m., with 13 vendors present. The 16th annual veterans Christmas Party will be held at the St. Ansgar American Legion, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Veterans, spouses and the public are welcome to attend. There is no fee and nothing to join. This event will feature Christmas cookies and coffee, live Christmas music, a delicious lunch and an opportunity for social interaction. Sunday, December 11 Zion Evangelical and Reform Church in Garner is hosting a spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (or until gone). A free will offering will be taken. Monday, December 12 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber, Garner. GHV High School band concert will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 13 Corwith Council meets.

Kanawha Council meets at 6 p.m. Garner Council meets at 7 p.m. in Council Chamber, City Hall. HCHS is holding a support group meeting from 12 to 1 p.m. at Hancock County Memorial Hospital, 532 1st St., Britt. Those interested are invited to bring a pot luck dish and ideas of support group topics you would like to learn more about. Saturday, December 17 The Garner Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a free movie at the Avery Theater. Monday, December 19 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber, Garner. GHV School Board meets at 7 p.m. in HS Media Center. WH School Board meets. Tuesday, December 20 Britt Council meets at 7 p.m. at City Hall. Monday, December 26 Hancock County Board of Supervisors meets at 9 a.m. in Board Chamber, Garner. Tuesday, December 27 Garner Council meets at 7 p.m. in Council Chamber, City Hall. What is your group doing in December? Email sharonbates.map@ gmail.com or call 923-2684 and we’ll add it to the calendar.

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GHV boys top GHV girls win twice North Iowa, Forest City GHV is expected to contend for the TIC West Division boys’ basketball title and the Cardinals got off to a good start toward that goal with two league wins last week. The Cards picked up a pair of unimpressive wins over North Iowa and Forest City on Tuesday and Friday but dropped a heartbreaker to Osage in TIC crossover action on Saturday. TIC boys’ basketball teams jumped right into league play last week and GHV opened their season at home against North Iowa. The Bison finished at the bottom of the standings a year ago and are not expected to be real strong again this year. GHV on the other hand is considered to be one of the top teams in the league but in this first outing for both squads North Iowa was in the game through the entire first half. The Cards pulled ahead 13 – 9 after one quarter of play and maintained the slim margin at halftime. GHV looked like a much different team in the third quarter and essentially put the game away by outscoring their guests 22 – 7. Leading 51 – 30 heading into the final period, GHV got the bench involved and cruised to the 69 – 56 win. Nick Joynt scored 16 points and grabbed six rebounds to lead GHV on the night. James Betz followed with 13 points, six boards and two blocked shots followed by Logan Dalbeck with a dozen points. Chase Theobald was the fourth Cardinal in double figures netting 11 points. Ryan Meyers grabbed five rebounds and dished out four assists with three steals on the way to scoring five points. Also in the GHV scorebook were Johnny O’Connor with five, Holden Hutcheson with four and Jack Van Dusseldorp with three. Cardinal coach Joe Albertson commented, “That first game is always exciting especially for those players who step on the floor for their first varsity game. Our nerves got the best of us. We may have tried to do too much to make plays early on, but the boys got into a groove in the third quarter. We got big contributions off the bench from Chase Theobald and Logan Dalbeck. Both of them ran the floor well and got to the rim.” Forest City is always a difficult place for Cardinal teams to play and that was very evident on Friday. The Cardinals got off to a miserable start, converting only one field goal in the first quarter as Forest City also played poorly on the way to a 9 – 2 lead.

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GHV’s James Betz dunks the ball during the Cards 54-52 loss to Osage. The momentum turned in the second quarter as GHV outscored their hosts 12 – 2 on the way to a 14 – 11 halftime lead. The two teams played virtually even in the third quarter with the Cardinals holding a 27 – 23 lead after three quarters of play. Forest City made a run at the Cards in the fourth quarter but GHV controlled the tempo in the final minutes on the way to the 43 – 36 victory. Nick Joynt led the Cards with 14 points, seven rebounds and three assists followed by Holden Hutcheson with a dozen points and six rebounds. Ryan Meyers added six points, five boards and four assists while Johnny O’Connor chipped in five points. Logan Dalbeck and Chase Theobald completed the scoring total with four and two points respectively and James Betz grabbed six rebounds and five steals. “We have possibly never had a worse start to a game in ten years,” remarked Albertson. “It mirrored our opening night win with North Iowa. We were forcing passes and shots and playing without poise in the first quarter. Thank goodness we play four quarters. Our defense picked up in the second and third quarters by forcing

turnovers and contesting shots while our offense started to find a little bit of rhythm behind Holden Hutcheson and Nick Joynt. Each of these players had some big shots down the stretch to push us to a victory.” GHV was looking to start the season 3 – 0 and after the first quarter of Saturday’s game against Osage the Cardinals appeared to be on the way. The Cards caught Osage off guard early in the game to build a 16 – 3 lead heading into the second period. The Green Devils then regrouped to close the gap to 29 – 21 by halftime. A big momentum switch in the third quarter helped Osage to make up the difference on the scoreboard and eventually take go ahead. Leading 39 – 36 heading into the final period the Green Devils continued their run, expanding their advantage to nine points with three minutes remaining in the game. GHV put together an impressive run at the end of the game that put the Cardinals into the driver’s seat with a onepoint lead with 12 seconds remaining in the game. Osage got a big break on their last possession, knocking down a three-pointer at the buzzer to score the 54- 52 win. Nick Joynt scored 15 points with five rebounds and four steals to lead GHV on the night. James Betz added 10 points, five boards and two blocked shots followed by Johnny O’Connor with nine points. Ryan Meyers was credited with four assists to go with six points while Chase Theobald and Jared Graham chipped in three points apiece. Logan Dalbeck and Holden Hutcheson completed the scoring total with two points each. “We knew Osage had talent and confidence after two big wins,” noted Coach Albertson. “I was hoping we could get off to a good start for a change and play with a lead, and we did behind a couple early buckets by Ryan Meyers. We played our best basketball of the year in the first half. We received some key plays from Connor Burke and Jared Graham that kept us in the game. However, we struggled with some defensive switches in the third and fourth quarters, and Osage made us pay. We made a great run late with pressure defense and we were able to get the lead with seven seconds to go with two Johnny O’Connor free throws. However, Osage got enough space to hit a shot right before the buzzer to spoil our best effort of the season. We have a lot of work to do to become the team we want to be.” The Cardinals are 2 – 0 in TIC West play and 2 – 1 overall. They will continue the TIC season this week at home against West Hancock on Tuesday and on the road at Belmond on Friday.

With three games on last week’s schedule, GHV girls’ basketball coach Matt Erpelding would have loved to add three wins to the Cardinals’ record. The Cards didn’t win them all, but they did manage to top Charles City on Monday and North Iowa on Tuesday before stumbling at Forest City on Friday. What began as a close game quickly turned into a rout in Monday’s win over Charles City. GHV led only 5 – 2 two minutes into the game but the Cards then outscored Charles City 11 – 2 through the final six minutes of the first quarter to pull ahead 16 – 4 heading into the second period. The Cards then put the game out of reach, outscoring the Comets 20 – 1 in the second quarter to lead 36 – 5 at intermission. GHV then eased off in the second half with bench personnel seeing plenty of playing time. The Cards remained in control, leading 46 – 15 after three quarters before posting the 58 – 26 win. Jillian Heitland and Maddie Williams each scored 10 points to lead GHV in the book. Jade Hanson followed with eight points while Hannah Lau added six points and four rebounds in limited action. Sadie Oulman came off the bench to score four points and grab five rebounds as Mara Anderson, Makaya Shropshire, Nicole Upmeyer and Carlee Frayne also scored four points each. Jenna Hanson and Alison Johnson rounded out the scoring total with two points apiece. Cardinal coach Matt Erpelding commented, “We struggled making shots in the first couple minutes of the game but once we settled down I thought we played really well. We shot 67% from the floor in the second quarter while holding the Comets to only one point which allowed us to pull away to a big halftime lead. I was able to rest my starters in the second half which will pay huge dividends later in the week as we get into the conference portion of our schedule. Four of the five starters played less than 20 minutes and with Hannah nursing a minor injury I was able to rest her considerably as she only logged 11 minutes. I was very happy with our bench play as they were able to maintain the 31 point lead in the third quarter and even when we emptied the bench mid way thru the fourth they held their own against the Comet starters. I love the way we are sharing the basketball right now! We are seeing the floor pretty well and giving up good shots for even better ones. I thought we played with more

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Wednesday, Dec. 7 ......................................................2 Hour Early Dismissal Thursday, Dec. 8................... JV/V Wrestling at Newman Catholic HS, 6 pm ..............................................................V Wrestling vs. Lake Mills, 6 pm Friday, Dec. 9 ...............................................JV Wrestling at Algona HS, 5 pm ...................JV/V Girls/Boys BB vs. North Union, 4, 5, 6:15, 7:30 pm Saturday, Dec. 10................................ V Wrestling Tourney at Algona, 11 am Monday, Dec. 12 ..........................B BB 7th at / 7th vs. North Union, 4:15 pm ................................... JV Wrestling Tourney at Clarion-Goldfield, 5 pm ................................................................................. Music Boosters, 7 pm Tuesday, Dec. 13...... JV/V B/G Basketball at North Iowa, 4, 5, 6:15, 7:30 pm Wednesday, Dec. 14 .......................................................Booster Club, 5:30 pm Thursday, Dec. 15............. JV/V Wrestling Tri vs. Newman, Rockford, 6 pm Friday, Dec. 16 ..................................Little Eagles Wrestling Tourney, 3-8 pm ........................... JVB/VG&B Basketball at Forest City, 5, 6:15, 7:30 pm Saturday, Dec. 17................................................V Wrestling Tourney, 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 19 ......................7/8 B Basketball at Bishop-Garrigan, 4:15 pm ................................................. School Board Meeting, Kanawha 6-8 pm ....................................................K-4 Winter Program, HS gym, 6:30 pm

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Coloring for Red Ribbon Week

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Garner-Hayfield-Ventura Elementary School had a very busy Red Ribbon Week. One of the activities was our annual coloring contest. The winners are pictured above: Front: Ellie Larsen, Reese Rinnels, Erica Fritz, Molly Maurer, Kinslee White, Heidi Miller. Second row: Aurora Boswell-Wood, Michaela Hammitt, Avery Furst, Emily Ausborn, Nataly Castillo, Kaylynn Hook, and Brinlyn Derr. Back Row: Koby Harley, Kinsley Humphrey, Makaya Dwine, and Ben Fox. Absent from photo: Jacob Ullrich.

NIACC Community Education offers youth tumbling program

NIACC Community Education will be offering a youth tumbling program this winter on Thursdays for youth three years and older. The winter session will be in Garner at the Garner-Hayfield-Ventura elementary school lunchroom. Classes will begin January 12 and will run for 12 weeks. Tumbling classes are offered by skill level, not by age, except for the preschool program. There will be a three-year-old preschool class and a 4-year-old preschool class. The preschool classes will last 30 minutes each.

The school age tumbling classes are based on a child’s skill level. Each class will do the same activities, but the youth will be honing their skills and techniques to advance to more challenging techniques. Classes levels are: Rollers – cannot do a cartwheel yet; Cart Wheelers – able to do cartwheels and land on feet, can also bridge with head off the ground; Benders and Bouncers – tumbler can bridge back from a standing position. This year we will be offering a class for cheerleaders who would like to learn tumbling.

Approximate class times will be: Rollers - 3:40 to 4:25 p.m., Cart Wheelers - 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.; threeyear-old preschool - 5:20 to 5:50 p.m.; four-year-old preschool - 5:55 to 6:25 p.m.; Benders and Bouncers 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.; cheerleaders - 7:20 to 8:05 p.m. Registration information and the cost of the program is available by contacting Carol Peterson, NIACC Community Education Program Manager at 641-923-2252 or petercar@niacc.edu.

Christensen Farms & Feedlots, Inc. of Garner, Iowa, received the 2016 Venture Award recognizing the company for its addition of a bio-security wash complex to it’s facility in the Touchstone Energy Park in Garner, Iowa. Iowa’s Secretary of Agriculture, Bill Northey, presented the award on behalf of the Iowa Area Development Group L.C., (IADG). Pictured left to right: Rand Fisher, IADG; Todd Foss, Prairie Energy; Jill Kramer, Hancock County Economic Development; Bo Wright and Kirk Brincks from Christensen Farms; Bill Northey, Secretary of Agriculture; Becky Bradburn, Prairie Energy; and Jim Vermeer, Corn Belt Power Cooperative. VENTURE AWARD from page 1 completed in June of this year. “Everything was very efficient,” he said. Brinks explained that bio-security wash uses a multistep process to wash, sterilize, disinfect, dry and inspect the trailers used to transport Christensen Farms swine. “We dedicate about 7 manhours per trailer,” he said. “We have to absolutely guarantee that the trailer is sterilized so we don’t transfer any viruses or bacteria that might have come in with the previous load. We do that for the health and the welfare of the animals.” Garner Mayor Ken Mick, Councilman Tim Schmidt, City administrator Randy Lansing also attended the awards ceremony. “The City of Garner is pleased Christensen Farms choose Garner for

its new truck wash, and the City reciprocates the words of praise back to Christensen Farms and its employees,” said Lansing. “Their professionalism and commitment to doing things right, made working with them on this project a real pleasure. The company’s $2.8 million dollar investment into the facility and creation of five permanent full-time jobs are a real asset to Garner.” Jill Kramer, Hancock County Economic Development Executive Director added, “After the first meeting with Christensen Farms I knew they would be a great fit for Hancock County. I was impressed with their commitment to the communities of Garner and the pride in being leaders in their industry. They have proved to be great partners and we are lucky to have them in Hancock County!” “The Iowa Venture Awards Lun-

cheon provides a forum to celebrate the courage, contribution, innovation responsibility and vision of Iowa entrepreneurs,” said IADG President Rand Fisher. “IADG, on behalf of our sponsors, is proud to recognize these seven outstanding companies for their contribution to their community, region and state.” Other 2016 Iowa Venture Award recipients were: Iowa Fertilizer in rural Lee County (named Outstandin Business of the Year); Bratney Companies of Marshalltown; Concrete Machinery Inc. of Iowa in Paton; Great Lakes Communication Corp. of Spencer; Maassen Dairy Farms of Maurice; and Mogler Farms/Pig Hill West of Alvord. Iowa Secretary of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Bill Northey, assisted in presenting the Iowa Venture Awards and honoring the Iowa companies and their leaders.

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Christensen Farms’ bio-security wash is located in Touchstone Energy Park at Garner.

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GoServ Global Co-Founder Ken DeYoung (right) and Laborers With Christ Missionary Les DeRoos discuss building 10 Safe T Homes® on this property next to the Village of Hope that includes 60 Safe T Homes®.

GoServ Global focuses on Haiti Hurricane Relief LES CAYES, HAITI - It’s been nearly two months since Hurricane Matthew devoured Haiti where Iowa-based GoServ Global rescues the vulnerable – orphans, widows, abandoned babies, displaced families, etc. Shacks that once served as homes before the hurricane are now missing roofs, or walls, or both. Hurricane Matthew damaged nearly every home in the area. The structures that families are living in seem impossible, yet they have nowhere else to go. GoServ Global is focusing relief efforts on housing. All of the Safe T Homes® withstood the 145 hurricane winds with minimal

damage and many lives were saved as up to 60 people crowded into the homes to ride out the storm. Thanks to donations, GoServ Global has already built more than 5 Safe T Homes® with 30 more Safe T Homes® enroute via three shipping containers. Roofs have been replaced on some of the GoServ Global traditional buildings that sustained damage. GoServ Global has already purchased land by the Village of Hope that includes 60 Safe T Homes®. An extra 150 community members have been staying at the Village of Hope because their homes were destroyed. DeYoung expects to build 10 more

Safe T Homes® on this property. GoServ Global will also focus building Safe T Homes® in Les Anglais, a community just west of Les Cayes that was totally destroyed. “The need is so great in this area - it’s the poorest of the poor,” shared GoServ Global Co-Founder Ken DeYoung. “Thousands and thousands of homes were wiped out because they were made with thatch. Many people died and now cholera is running rampant.” To learn more about GoServ and the Hurricane Matthew Relief Fund go to www.goservglobal.org/give and choose “Haiti Hurricane Matthew” in the dropdown.

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Quinten Greiman, 5, presents Santa a picture that he drew especially for the “jolly elf.” Quinten explained that while Santa brings presents to children at Christmas, “he never gets a present.” Quinten’s young brother, Wyndham is also pictured.

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Mary Gouge helps out during the soup supper at Mat’s Place during the Holiday Affair at Garner.

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A noon meal can be delivered to your home for the cost of $5 a meal. Call 923-2677 to get signed up for Concord’s Home Delivered Meals. Menu is subject to change. Monday, December 12 Seasoned chicken, garden herbed rice, country trio veggies, cake Tuesday, December 13 Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Oatmeal Apple Butter Bar Wednesday, December 14 BBQ Ribs, Boiled Potatoes, Cauliflower w/ Cheese, Grasshopper Dessert Thursday, December 15 Lasagna, Toss Salad, Breadstick, Apple Pear Walnut Crisp Friday, December 16 Ham Loaf, Baked Sweet Potato, Parslied Cauliflower, Lemon Angel Bar

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Milk, juice, toast, and cereal offered daily for breakfast. Lunches are served with choice of vegetable and fruit.

Monday, December 12

Lunch: Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup (5-K), Tri Tater (K-4), Crisp Baby Carrots, Diced Pears 4:15 p.m. BB (B) 8th vs. North Union @ North Union MS 4:15 p.m. BB (B) 7th vs. North Union @ WH MS 5 p.m. WR: JV Tournament vs. Clarion-Goldfield-Dows @ Clarion-Goldfield-Dows HS 7 p.m. Music Boosters @ WH HS Choir Room

Britt: E-Free Church Meal is served at 11:30 a.m.

Kanawha: City Hall Meal is served at 11 a.m.

Ventura: Community Center

Meal is served at 11:45 a.m. Menu provided by Elderbridge Agency on Aging. For reservations, call (641) 8293517 at least one day in advance. During inclement weather, closures will be announced on KIMT, KGLO & KIOW. Meals served with skim or 1% milk. 1/3 required daily amounts for persons 70+. Monday, December 12 Spaghetti, Tossed Salad, Apricots, French Bread Tuesday, December 13 Chili, Corn Bread, Tangy Coleslaw, Strawberries, OJ Wednesday, December 14 Ham Loaf, Sweet Potatoes, Calico Corn/ Corn, Mixed Fruit Thursday, December 15 Baked Chicken, Baked Potato, Peas, Cinnamon Raisin Applesauce, Tomato Juice Thursday, December 16 Liver & Onions or Beef Patty, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Oranges and Pineapple

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The bell choir performed “In Dolce Jubilo” and with the Hancock County Little Theatre Christmas Chorus, “Once in Royal David’s City,” and “On Christmas Night.” Bell choir members are Beverly Cataldo, Heather Gorder, Wendy Grove, Christa Hanson, Jan Sweers, Kevin Sweers, Barb Trulson and Deb Trulson.

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Friday, December 16

Lunch: Chicken Fajita, Chips & Salsa, Seasoned Corn, Mixed Fruit, Brownie 3 p.m. Little Eagles WR Tournament @ WH HS 5 p.m. BB (BJV) vs. Forest City @ Forest City HS 6:15 p.m. BB (GV) vs. Forest City @ Forest City HS 7:30 p.m. BB (BV) vs. Forest City @ Forest City HS

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Thursday, December 15

Lunch: Potato & Ham Soup, Strawberry Cup, Carrot & Celery Sticks, Breadstick, Saltines Cold Entrée (HS): Chicken Caesar Wrap 4:15 p.m., BB (B) 7th vs. West Fork @ GHV JH – Ventura 5:15 p.m. BB (B) 8th vs. West Fork @ GHV JH – Ventura 6 p.m. WR: Varsity Triangular vs. BelmondKlemme, Forest City @ GHV HS 6:15 p.m. BB (BJJV) vs. Lake Mills @ GHV JH - Ventura

Friday, December 16

Lunch: Chicken Parmesan on Pasta, Applesauce, Fruited Spinach Salad, Carrots, Breadstick Cold Entrée (HS): Grilled BBQ Chicken Salad 4 p.m. BB (GJV) vs. Lake Mills @ Lake Mills HS 5 p.m. BB (BJV) vs. Lake Mills @ Lake Mills HS 6:15 p.m. BB (GV) vs. Lake Mills @ Lake Mills HS 7:30 p.m. BB (BV) vs. Lake Mills @ Lake Mills HS

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Lunch: Chicken Nuggets, Orange Wedges, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Baked Beans, Dinner Roll Cold Entrée (HS): Cottage Cheese & Fruit Plate 4:15 p.m. BB (B) 7th vs. Eagle Grove @ GHV JH – Ventura 5 p.m. WR: Varsity Tournament vs. ClarionGoldfield-Dows @ Clarion-Goldfield 5:15 p.m. BB (B) 8th vs. Eagle Grove @ GHV JH – Ventura 7 p.m. Holiday Band Concert @ GHV HS

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During Red Ribbon Week at GHV Elementary we collected food items for God’s Pantry located in Garner. Elementary students collected 454 items! Mrs. Megan Sear’s 3rd grade class (pictured above) collected the most items. “We were very fortunate to have GHV High School YIELD students (also in the picture) help sort and deliver the items to God’s Pantry,” said Leanne Ermer, K-4 School Counselor.

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Iowa 10th District VFW Commander David Lee (left), presents Cassidy Goodlund (center), National Merit Award from the Veterans of Foreign Wars for her essay titled, “What Freedom Means to Me.” Cassidy’s essay was entered in the 2015-16 national VFW Patriot’s Pen essay contest. Her essay won competition in Iowa in and proceeded to place 21st out of 60 entries in the national Patriot’s Pen essay contest. In addition to a certificate, Cassidy received a $500 cash prize. Also pictured: Eunice Kinsella, Patriot’s Pen chair for the VFW Auxiliary Post 5515; Cassidy’s parents, Joe and Jenny Goodlund, and brother, Ethan. A freshman at Garner-Hayfield-Ventura, Cassidy is involved in the TAG program. She plans to participate in mock trial next semester. (Corrected cutline)

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480 Main Ave. N, Britt, 50423 Phone 843-3110 Pastor Greg Baum Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Church 6 p.m. Sunday Evening Service Wednesday, December 14 6 p.m. Awana Club

HOLMES BAPTIST CHURCH

Pastor Zach Fischer Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Catholic

ARCHANGELS CATHOLIC CLUSTER ST. BONIFACE CATHOLIC CHURCH 660 Bush, Garner Phone 923-2329

ST. WENCESLAUS CATHOLIC CHURCH Duncan

ST. PATRICK CATHOLIC CHURCH 139 3rd St. SE, Britt

ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH

906 West O St. Forest City Fr. James Dubert, Pastor, 923-2329 Fr. Paul E. Lippstock, Sacramental Priest Thursday, December 8 7:30 a.m. Mass at Forest City 8 a.m. Mass at Garner 8:40 a.m. Reconciliation at Garner 1 p.m. Bible Study at Garner 5:30 p.m. Mass at Duncan Friday, December 9 7:30 a.m. Mass at Britt 9 a.m. Mass at Good Samaritan in Forest City

Saturday, December 10 2 p.m. Reconciliation at Forest City 3 p.m. Reconciliation at Duncan 4 p.m. Mass at Duncan 8:30 p.m. Reconciliation at Garner Sunday, December 11 7:15 a.m. Reconciliation at Britt 8 a.m. Mass at Britt 10 a.m. Mass at Garner 10:30 a.m. Mass at Forest City Monday, December 12 7:30 a.m. Mass at Forest City 4:30 p.m. Reconciliation at Duncan 5:30 p.m. Mass at Duncan 6:30 p.m. Bible Study at Duncan Tuesday, December 13 4:30 p.m. Reconciliation at Forest City 5:30 p.m. Mass at Forest City 6:30 p.m. Bible Study at Forest City Wednesday, December 14 5 p.m. Reconciliation at Britt 5:30 p.m. Mass at Britt Faith Formation Classes – See www. archangelscc.org for site times.

ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH

403 East St. S. Wesley, 50483 Phone 515-679-4279 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8 a.m. Mass Saturdays 5 p.m. Mass Sundays 8:30 a.m. Mass Church of Christ

IMMANUEL REFORMED UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

North Fourth & Elder, Klemme Phone 587-2462 Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Wednesday, December 14 5 p.m. Noah’s Ark Church School 6 p.m. Confirmation *Dorcas 1st Wednesday each month. *Women’s Fellowship 2nd Wednesday.

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195 2nd St., Britt, 50423 Phone 843-4667 Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Service 2 p.m. Concord Care Center Service Wednesday, December 14 7 p.m. Evening Prayer Service Evangelical Free

BRITT EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

810 Second Ave SW, Britt, 50423 Stan Johnson, Senior Pastor Phone 843-3861 Sundays 9 a.m. Services 10:30 a.m. Sunday School

GARNER EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH

580 Hwy 18 E. Garner, 50438 Phone 923-6092 www.garnerefree.org Haddon Anderson, Pastor Sunday, December 11 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Tuesday, December 13 7 a.m. Classical Conversations

WESLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH

502 Read St. W. Wesley, 50483 Phone 515-679-4460 Jason Boomgarden, Pastor Sundays 9 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School 6 p.m. Evening Service (1st & 3rd Sunday)

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

1985 290th St. Miller Garner, 50438 Handicap Accessible Phone 927-4413 Rose Visser, Lay Minister Thursday, December 8 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Office Hours (FLC) Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:30 a.m. Fellowship Tuesday, December 13 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Office Hours (OSL) Wednesday, December 14 3-4:30 p.m. Confirmation Class (OSL)

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS)

Redeemer Preschool & Day Care 301 S. Main Ventura The Rev. Jesse A. Burns Pastor’s Study: 641-829-3650 Office: 641-829-3615 Office email: rlc1946@cletel.net Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Divine Service 10:45 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH

70 5th Ave, NW, Britt, 50423 Phone 843-3172 Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Sunday School Practice 10 a.m. Children’s Christmas Program Biscuit & Gravy Brunch to follow 7 p.m. AA Meeting Monday, December 12 Pastor’s Sabbath Poinsettia Sign-up Deadline Tuesday, December 13 12-1 p.m. Community Prayer Wednesday, December 14 10:30 a.m. Text Study 6 p.m. Confirmation 6 p.m. LYO 7 p.m. Church Council

KANAWHA LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

Saturday, December 10 9 a.m. Bible Study Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday, December 14 5:30 p.m. Confirmation

5th Annual Hancock County

Holiday Photo Contest Prizes

1st Place $50*

2nd Place $30* 3rd Place $20* *Britt or Garner Chamber Bucks

Photos must be original art and submitted by the artist. Limit 3 entries per artist. Subject can be of any relevant topic with a holiday or winter theme, but must be taken in the current year. We reserve the right to reproduce images of the submissions in our publications and on-line. Professional photographers and employees of Mid America Publishing are not eligible to enter. DEADLINE is Noon, Friday, Dec. 23. Photos may be submitted by email to: glads@qwestoffice.net or dropped off at either of our offices: Garner: 365 State Street, M-F, 9-5 Britt: 49 Center Street West, Wed-Th, 9-2 Please attach the following information to each photo, or provide the information for each photo as submitted through email: WINNERS will be published in the Dec. 28 issue of the Leader. Name: ______________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ Phone No.:___________________________________________________ Email:_______________________________________________________ Name of photo: _______________________________________________ Info about photo: describe photo, including where and when it was taken.

ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

2405 260th St. Garner Phone 829-4493 Sunday, December 11 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship

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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

PO Box 212, 517 SE Elm St. Corwith, 50430 Barbara Chapman, Pastor Sundays 9:30 a.m. Worship

ST. OLAF LUTHERAN CHURCH (ELCA)

Pastor James Harbaugh Sunday, December 11 8:30 a.m. Worship

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS)

and Little Lambs Preschool 810 State Street, Garner Phone 923-2261 The Rev. Scott A. Kozisek 641-923-2261 Office: stpauloffice@comm1net.net Preschool: stpaulpreschool@comm1net.net Treasurer: stpaultreasurer@comm1net.net Office Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-noon & 1-4 p.m. Thursday, December 8 7:30 a.m. Concord Prayer Breakfast 7 p.m. Al-Anon Saturday, December 10 2016 Women’s Christmas Brunch Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Worship/Communion 10 a.m. Fellowship 10:15 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Bible Study Monday, December 12 5:30 p.m. Deacons 6:30 p.m. Church Council Tuesday, December 13 Pastor’s Conference 5:45 p.m. Preschool Meeting 7 p.m. AA Wednesday, December 14 4 p.m. Program Practice 5:15 p.m. Christian Ed Meal 5:45 p.m. Christian Ed Classes 5:45 p.m. Adult Bible Study 6 p.m. St. Paul Bell Choir 7 p.m. Advent III Worship /Communion 7:40 p.m. St. Paul Senior Choir Methodist

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

707 4th St. SW, Britt Phone 843-3523 Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Worship Wednesday, December 14 6 p.m. Youth Group

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

214 Clinton St. Box 217 Corwith, 50430 The Rev. Beatrice Kinzler Sunday, December 11 10 a.m. Worship Service Food Pantry by Appt.

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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

885 Maben, Garner Phone 923-2191 Pastor Paul Evans Thursday, December 8 9:30 a.m. Bible Study at Prairie View 4-6 p.m. God’s Pantry 4-7 p.m. Comfort Quilters Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Worship Celebration – Sunday School Christmas Program Hospitality and Fellowship to Follow Worship Monday, December 12 9-11 a.m. God’s Pantry 1 p.m. Quilters Tuesday, December 13 1-4 p.m. Comfort Quilters Wednesday, December 14 1 p.m. Quilters 5:30 p.m. Confirmation 7 p.m. Choir Practice

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

201 Willow St. Goodell Phone 641-495-6102 Pastors Don and Cindy Morrison Sunday, December 11 10 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Worship

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Kanawha The Rev. Mark Heath Sunday, December 11 9 a.m. Worship Tuesday, December 13 6:30 p.m. Bible Study

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Klemme Phone 641-587-2540 Pastors Don and Cindy Morrison Sunday, December 11 9:45 a.m. Worship Wednesday, December 14 After School – 5 p.m. Kids for Christ No Confirmation 6 p.m. Caroling – meet at Prairie View in Garner

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

306 3rd St. LuVerne, 50560 Phone 515-882-3509 Sundays 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School Wednesdays 7 a.m. Prayer Breakfast Non-denominational

OPEN ARMS CHRISTIAN MINISTRY CHURCH

Meets at Garner Ed. Center 325 W. 8th Street Church Office: 425 State Street, Garner Phone 641-425-4095 Email: oacmcatlive.com Thursday, December 8 7-9 p.m. Pastor’s Office Hours 376 State Street Garner, IA 50438 Ph. 641-923-2227

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Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Jr./Sr. High Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Praise and Worship 11:30 a.m. Fellowship and Coffee Tuesday, December 13 7-9 p.m. Pastor’s Office Hours Wednesday, December 14 4 p.m. 1st Year Confirmation Class 5 p.m. 2nd Year Confirmation Class 7 p.m. Jr./Sr. High Youth Group Presbyterian

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

475 Maben Ave. Garner Phone 923-2274 Thursday, December 8 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Pastor Justin in Office Sunday, December 11 8:30 a.m. Adult Study 9:15 a.m. Choir 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Fellowship Monday, December 12

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6:30 p.m. Women’s Christmas Dinner Tuesday, December 13 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Pastor Justin in Office Wednesday, December 14 12 - 5 p.m. Pastor Justin in Office 3:30 p.m. Cross Kids Reformed

BRITT CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

569 Main Ave. N, Britt, 50423 Phone 843-3308 Pastor Joel De Boer Sundays 10 a.m. Worship Service 11:15 a.m. Sunday School

KANAWHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 5 p.m. Second Service

Wednesday, December 14 9:15 a.m. Coffee Break Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Games & Good News

PEACE REFORMED CHURCH

3 mi. S. Hwy 69, Garner, 50438 Phone 923-3060 Mark Larson, Pastor Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship

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9:30 a.m. Christmas Eve Program Practice Sunday, December 11 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 11:45 a.m. Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Tuesday, December 13 9 a.m. Prayer Group 2 p.m. Bingo at Concord Care *Send upates for church calendars by Fridays at noon. Email sharonbates.map@gmail.com or bring a copy to the Garner or Britt office. Schedules are printed one week in advance.

WRIGHT CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

Sunday, December 11 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School 5 p.m. Evening Worship Service

ZION EVANGELICAL & REFORMED CHURCH 760 W. 8th, Garner Phone 923-3152 Saturday, December 10

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RECORDS

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HANCOCK COUNTY RECORDS

MAGISTRATE COURT The court handled one child support matter.

SMALL CLAIMS Quad Corp vs. Veronica and Michael Pedersen, Crystal Lake. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 29 in the amount of $4,466.01 with 2.61% interest form November 29. Quad Corporation vs. Dontau Smith, Garner. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 29 in the amount of $2,552.42 with 2.62% interest from November 29. Quad Corporation vs. Benjamin Heidner, Algona. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 29 in the amount of $1,277.39 with 2.62% interest from November 29. H&R Accounts vs. Laurie West, Forest City. Judgment for the plaintiff on November 29 in the amount of $2,504.95 with 2.62% interest from November 29. HANCOCK COUNTY SHERIFF November 22 2:11 a.m., Hwy 18/Nash Ave., traffic stop, warning issued. November 23 5:49 a.m., 330th St./Hwy 69, accident, no injuries. 12:30 p.m., 17200 Blk Lark Ave., warrant served.

9:53 p.m., 0 Blk NW Elm St., traffic stop, no citation issued. 10:37 p.m., 00 Blk Center St. E, assault report. November 24 1:14 a.m., 3200 Blk James Dr., suspicious person/activity. 2:57 a.m., 100th St./Hwy 69, accident, unknown injuries. 5:50 p.m., 800 Blk 310th St., suspicious person/activity. 9:16 p.m., Ames Ave./Hwy 18, traffic stop, no citation issued. 9:31 p.m., 200 Blk Clinton St., disturbance/dispute. November 25 2:12 p.m., 200 Blk Clinton St., disturbance/dispute. 8:36 p.m., 1200 Blk 110th St., suspicious person/activity. 8:39 p.m., 300 Blk E Iowa St., animal calls. 9:47 p.m., 200 Blk S State, suspicious person/activity. 11:44 p.m., 200 Blk 1st St., hazardous material/odor. November 26 11:46 a.m., 130th St./Birch Ave., traffic stop, no citation issued. 7:14 p.m., 225th St./Estate Ave., hazardous material/odor. 11:13 p.m., Grant Ave./Hwy 18, traffic stop, no citation issued. 11:55 p.m., 1000 Blk 320th St., suspicious person/activity.

November 27 12:50 a.m., 260th St./Hwy 69, suspicious person/activity. November 28 9:24 a.m., 200 Blk S 1st St., sex offender compliancy. 9:30 a.m., 500 Blk S 2nd St., sex offender compliancy. 9:50 a.m., 400 Blk 1st St., sex offender compliancy. 10:12 a.m., 1200 Blk Ladd Ave., sex offender compliancy. 10:47 a.m., 700 Blk Main Ave. N, sex offender compliancy. 10:57 a.m., 500 Blk 1st St. SE, sex offender compliancy. 11:07 a.m., 500 Blk 1st St. SE, warrant served. 12:16 p.m., 170th St./Maple Ave., suspicious person/activity. November 29 7:52 p.m., Hwy 18/Main Ave. N, traffic stop, warning issued. November 30 7:09 a.m., 320th St./Quail Ave., animal calls. 11:31 a.m., 2900 Blk Hwy 69, fraud/scam. 5:42 p.m., 800 Blk Grove Ave., sex offender compliancy.

10 over): Joseph Bormann, Urbandale; Dean Avery, Meservey; Speeding 55 or under zone (11 thru 15 over): Timothy Meyer, Punta Gorda, FL; Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): Raymond Anderson, Big Lake, MN; Excessive Speed 6 thru 10: Mark Kist, Waverly; Jaylen Heinz, Humboldt; Cory Beck, Eagle Grove; Excessive Speed 11 thru 15: Eileen Ford, Humboldt; No Valid Drivers License: Curtis Optaia, Le Mars; Maldonado Gonzalez, Clarion; Tyler Gardner, Goldfield; Financial Liability Coverage Vio-

lation: Carlos Jeronimo, Hampton; Failure To Give Notice of Address or Name Change: Tyler Gardner, Goldfield; Failure to Maintain Control: Tomas Berk, Aredale;

PROPERTY TRANSFERS WD – Dwight Roberts, Benilda Roberts to West 80 LLP; SE T94N, R25W, Section 30 as desc. 11-15.

WD – Beverly Winkels to West 80 LLP; SE T94N, R25W, Section 30 as desc. 11-15. WD – Joseph Roberts, Lorebelle Roberts to West 80 LLP; SE T94N, R25W, Section 30 as desc. 11-15. WD – Rose Reese, Joseph Reese to West 80 LLP; SE T94N, R25W, Section 30 as desc. 11-15. WD – Diane Buller, Kurt Buller to West 80 LLP; SE T94N, R25W, Section 30 as desc. 11-15. WD – Carol Cook, Carol Mehlhorn, Steven C. Cook to West 80 LLP; SE T94N, R25W, Section 30 as desc. 11-15. WD – Charles Tindall to Abraham Sanchez; Corwith 25 2505-Stilson’s Subdivision of Blk 3 of Sapp’s Add, Lots 4 & 5 as desc. 11-16. CO DEED – Claire D. Shelly EST, Timothy Shelly EX, Jonathan Shelly EX to Charles D. Hrubes; NW NW T94N, R24W, Section 2 as desc. 1116. WD – Douglas P. Studer, Ana Cristina Studer to Tim L. Grove, Wendy J. Grove; SE SE T96N, R25W, Section 29 as desc.; NE NE T96N, R25W, Section 32 as desc. 11-17. WD – Tim L. Grove, Wendy J. Grove to Douglas P. Studer; NE T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc. 11-17. WD – Lawrence W. Pinneke, Mer-

na J. Pinneke to Lawrence W. Pinneke, Merna J. Pinneke; NW T97N, R23W, Section 31 as desc.; SW T97N, R23W, Section 30 as desc. 11-18. WD – Elizabeth A. Koontz, Ronald V. Koontz to Ronald V. Koontz Living Trust, Elizabeth A. Koontz Living Trust, Ronald V. Koontz CO TR, Elizabeth A. Koontz CO TR; T96N, R26W, Section 32 as desc. 11-18. WD – Marlin E. Hillenga, Sheri Hillenga to Jerome Wade Jensen; Woden 24 2401-Original TownWoden, Lot 13, Blk 14 as desc. 1121. CO DEED – Jacqueline D. Schleuger EST, Glenn H. Schleuger ADM to Glenn H. Schleuger; SW T97N, R26W, Section 3 as desc. 11-21. WD – Thomas R. Abbas, Nancy E. Abbas to Hobo Art Gallery Inc.; Britt 22 2204-Anderson’s Addition, Lot 8, Blk 1 as desc. 11-21. CO DEED – Jennie Smith EST, Vicki Schreiner Kaiser EX, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner EX, Bonnie Melohn EX, Tracy Smith EX to Bonnie Melohn; SW T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc.; SW T96N, R26W, Section 35 as desc. 11-21. CO DEED – Jennie Smith EST, Vicki Schreiner Kaiser EX, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner EX, Bonnie

Melohn EX, Tracy Smith EX to Vicki Schreiner Kaiser, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner; SW T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc.; SW T96N, R26W, Section 35 as desc. 11-21. CO DEED – Jennie Smith EST, Vicki Schreiner Kaiser EX, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner EX, Bonnie Melohn EX, Tracy Smith EX to Tracy Smith; SW T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc.; SW T96N, R26W, Section 35 as desc. 11-21. WD – Vicki Schreiner Kaiser, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner, Steve Kaiser, Tracy A. Smith, Michelle L. Smith to Bonnie Melohn; SW T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc. 11-21. WD – Bonnie Melohn, Mark Melohn, Tracy A. Smith, Michelle L. Smith to Vicki Schreiner Kaiser, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner, Steve Kaiser; SW T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc. 11-21. WD – Vicki Schreiner Kaiser, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner, Steve Kaiser, Bonnie Melohn, Mark Melohn to Tracy A. Smith, Michelle L. Smith; SW T96N, R25W, Section 31 as desc. 11-21. WD – Vicki Schreiner Kaiser, Vicki Kaiser Schreiner, Steve Kaiser, Bonnie Melohn, Mark Melohn to Tracy A. Smith, Michelle L. Smith; SW T96N, R26W, Section 35 as desc. 11-21.

Insufficient Number of Headlights: Tyler Gardner, Goldfield; Possession of Alcohol by person 18/19/20: Austin Griffin, Eagle Grove;

PROPERTY TRANSFER Warranty Deed: Richard and Rebecca Bax to Jane Brammer; EG Orig Addn Blk 8 Tracts; 16-2415. Quit Claim Deed: William Soesbe to Sally Soesbe; Clar Railroad Addn

Blk 5 Lot 8; 16-2417. Warranty Deed: Sygenta Seeds LLC to Steven and Rodney Been and Charles Sheakley; 30-93-23 Tracts 1479911657029 1479911657029-2; 16-2431.

WRIGHT COUNTY RECORDS

DEATHS Daniel Cramer, 62, Blairsburg, died on November 19.

CIVIL COURT The court handled one child support matter. DISTRICT COURTS The court handled three probation revocations. Carrie Perez, 39, Clarion, pled guilty on November 28 to Theft in the Fifth Degree (pled from Theft in the Third Degree). Perez was fined $65 plus 35% surcharge, $125 Law Enforcement Initiative, $719 in restitituion, and $100 in costs. TRAFFIC COURT Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Jimmy Alfaro Urizar, Hampton; Stephen Adams, Goldfield; Elijah Summers, Clarion; Thomas Eaton, Grinnell; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru

Public Notice

NOTICE OF FORFEITURE OF REAL ESTATE CONTRACT TO: Tania Rendon: 108 St. Louis Blvd, Corwith, IA 50430 AND/OR 1025 CR 7711, Devine, TX 78016 AND ANY AND ALL PERSONS IN POSSESSION OF THE REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED HEREIN YOU AND EACH OF YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED: (1) The terms of the written contract dated September 1st, 2014, and executed by Wright Rentals, LLC, as Vendor, and Tania Rendon, Vendee, recorded as Document No. 14-1303, for the sale of the following described real estate: Local address: 108 St. Louis Blvd., Corwith, Iowa. Legal Address: THE SOUTH TWELVE (12) FEET OF LOT FOUR (4), AND ALL OF LOT NINE (9), BLOCK FOUR (4), LENTENGRE’S ADDITION, CORWITH, IOWA, HANCOCK COUNTY. Parcel Number: 2503040090 has not been complied within the following particulars: (a) Non-payment of the full amount due each month as required by the Contract, for a total delinquency of $520 (b) Failure to pay property taxes in full. (c) Failure to keep insurance on property. (2) The Contract shall stand forfeited unless the parties in default, within 30 days after the completed service of this notice, shall perform the terms and conditions in default, and in addition pay the reasonable costs of serving this notice. Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 14, and 21, 2016

Probate

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT HANCOCK COUNTY NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NORMAN D. RUTER, Deceased Probate No. ESPRO11532 To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Norman D. Ruter, Deceased, who died on or about March 12, 2016: You are hereby notified that on September 1, 2016, the last will and testament of Norman D. Ruter, deceased, bearing date of August 4, 2008, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Arlis K. Ruter was appointed Executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated September 14, 2016. Arlis K. Ruter Executor of estate 3912 E. Evans Avenue Denver, CO 80210 Earl W. Hill, ICIS PIN No: AT0003537 Attorney for Executor Earl W. Hill Law Office 35 Main Avenue South, PO Box 301 Britt, Iowa 50423 Date of second publication: December 14, 2016 Probate Code Section 304 Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Dec. 7 and Dec. 14, 2016

Proceedings: Hancock County Board of Supervisors

HANCOCK COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS November 21, 2016 Garner, Iowa The Hancock County, Iowa, Board of Supervisors met in adjourned session on the above captioned date pursuant to adjournment with Supervisors Florence (Sis) Greiman Ron Sweers, and Jerry J. Tlach present. Absent: none. The minutes of November 14, 2016 and November 15, 2016 meetings were read and approved. On motion by Supervisor Tlach, seconded by Supervisor Greiman and carried unanimously, the Board gave approval to the following: Request by the North Iowa Regional Housing Authority to waive the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) in the amount of $70.32 for the Courtyard Square apartments (six apartments) located in Britt. Signed two letters requesting two landowners to remove private crossings within Drainage District No. 6. Signed final plans for Hancock County bridge program project number BRS-C041(123)--60-41. On motion by Supervisor Greiman, seconded by Supervisor Tlach and carried unanimously, the Board gave approval to the following: Signed the revised health insurance rates reducing the medical premium rate by three percent and increasing the partial self-funding amount by the difference to account for the suspension of health insurer fee for 2017 by the federal government. Payroll increase for Linda Juhl, to $25,000 per year, for the completion of six month probationary period, effective November 16, 2016. On motion by Supervisor Greiman, seconded by Supervisor Tlach and carried unanimously, the Board authorized the County Auditor to issue checks for the claims on file from November 7 to November 21, 2016 as follows: Aaron Booth,Refund Dble Pymt /Zoning Permits 40.00 Absolute Waste Removal,Disposal 135.73 Ace Industrial Supply Inc,Tools 264.75 Advanced Systems Inc,Copier Maint 57.10 Ahlers & Cooney P C,Legal Serv 750.00 Airgas USA LLC,Welding Supp 64.72 Alliant Energy,Util 5,089.08 Americinn,Lodging 308.00 Aramark,Misc Exp 308.24 Arc,Ballot Bags 88.38 Arnold Motor Supply,Washer Fluid 5.18 Auca Chicago Lockbox,Misc Supp 89.57 B & W Control Spec Inc, Tree Spraying 1,512.50 Barco Municipal Products Inc, Traffic Cones 611.68 Belinda Rasmuson Oulman, Coroners Case 161.04 Bill’s Family Foods, Supp 1,604.84 Black Hills Energy,Util 102.86 Bolton & Menk Inc, JDD Establishment Eng Fees 3,813.00 Bomgaars Supply Inc,Cleaning Supp 39.74 Brian Roberts,Coroners Case 157.82 Britt News Tribune,Adv 175.50 Brook Stein,Ctk Sch Exp 159.43

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Pesticide Bureau-Idals,Spraying License 15.00 Pete’s Truck Stop,Parts 496.39 Petro Blend Corporation,Filters 1,580.68 Postage By Phone,Pstge 1,400.00 Powerplan,Parts 14,325.51 403.60 Prairie Energy Cooperative,Util Prairie Energy Cooperative, 241.00 Security Light Led Presto-X,Misc Exp 112.56 Printing Services Inc,Off Supp 322.66 Pritchard Auto Company, New Truck/Parts/Oil Change 33,659.84 336.00 Quality Inn & Suites,Trng Quill Corporation,Supp 438.23 Rockmount Rsch & Alloys Inc, Welding Supp 4,811.20 Rognes Brothers Exc Inc, 6,003.78 Final Pymt DD #149 Ron Sweers,Mlge/Mtngs 30.36 Ryan Ristau,Misc Exp/Mlge 40.94 Signs & Designs Inc,Decals Mv 240.00 Softree Technical Systems Inc, 450.00 Eng Equip Spencer Steel LLC,Welding Supp 2,388.83 Standard Bearing,Parts 91.52 Staples Credit Plan,Off Supp 867.59 Staples Credit Plan,Tape 33.46 State Hygienic Laboratory,Water Testing 12.50 Store Supply Warehouse LLC, Apparel Box White 113.57 Storey Kenworthy,Elec Env 375.00 Taser International,Taser 1,057.57 Terri S Pals,Legal/Court 571.20 Terry Flick,Tools 40.50 Tracy L Marshall, Mlge/Iowa Land Rec Conf 117.82 Treat America Food Service, 39.35 Lunches/Comm Trng Trulson Auto Parts,Parts 626.39 U.S. Cellular,Oct Ph 992.43 United Parcel Service,Water Testing 17.19 Verizon Wireless,Off/Data Proc Equip 50.00 Vicki L Briggs, 160.68 Mlge/Meal Exp/Fall School Waste Management of Wi-Mn, 4,185.04 Rural Drop Offs Waste Management/Cons, 810.86 Sanitation Fee Waste Management/S R,Disposal 121.04 Watchguard Video, 4,645.00 In-Car Camera System West Payment Center,Oct Data Base 295.74 Winnebago Coop, Ph 577.42 Worth Couty Sheriff,Legal/Court 85.70 Wright Co Secondary Roads, Eng Share 16,993.13 180.27 Xerox Corporation,Machine Rent Grand Total 651,508.87 No further business to come before the Board, motion made to adjourn at 12:27 p.m. by Supervisor Tlach and carried. All Supervisors present voting, “Aye,” session to adjourn and will meet again on November 28, 2016. ATTEST: Michelle K. Eisenman, Auditor Ron Sweers, Chair Published in The Leader on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016

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