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PD Eyes Canine Issues By Michael Hohenbrink Editor The Calmar Police Department is seeing an issue with recidivism with nuisance dogs. Habitual offenders whose dogs run loose are tying up city resources, council learned during its Dec. 5 meeting. Calmar Police Chief Joe Ward noted a high number of animal calls during the preceding month. Not only do dog complaints tie up police time, they also carry particular problems. Frequently, when an officer picks up a dog running loose, that animal is filthy, requiring that the police vehicle carrying the animal be cleaned out afterward. Also, with the onset of cold weather, housing the animal outdoors in a kennel becomes unfeasible. The dog cannot be left outside in the cold at this time of the year. That requires boarding the dog in a facility that is heated, tying up an officer’s time to transport the animal to be housed and incurring boarding cost. Ward talked about the idea of an ordinance change for charging for picking up dogs and holding them. While the council did not take immediate action, the idea appeared to generate support from council members in order to recoup for the city’s costs and trouble. Also with regard to law enforcement, the council and Ward discussed the possibility of electronic signage to slow down speeders. A number of Winneshiek County communities have received electronic signs to alert speeders. Grant funding might help to pay at least part of the cost of such signage for Calmar. A location suggested was 175th Street for Calmar.

SW School Levy Passes By Michael Hohenbrink Editor Nearly 80 percent of voters gave their approval to a school levy for the South Winneshiek Community School District. The Dec. 6 vote approved a 10year voted physical plant and equipment levy (V-PPEL). The levy is a renewal of an existing levy already on the books. Funds can be used for projects such as purchasing and improving grounds, purchase of buildings, transportation equipment, remodeling and other uses. The levy has a valuation of $0.67 per thousand dollars of assessed valuation. During the special election, 53 voters turned out to vote with 42 votes for the levy and 11 votes against the levy. “We are extremely pleased the levy passed because it provides an important revenue source for our district, and I would like to thank everyone that voted,” said Superintendent Kris Einck.

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Some people have asked me how I can still ride after last year when a great friend of St. Lucas, Brady Kuennen, died in a snowmobile accident. It’s because of guys like him that I ride – because when you’re out there you’re not thinking about what happened to him, you’re thinking about the feeling of freedom and fresh air that you enjoy just like he did so many times. — Bud Winter

A snowmobile trail between Festina and St. Lucas can be seen here. Photo courtesy Brenda Luzum

Driver Crashes into St. Lucas Lagoon A Hawkeye man has been charged after he drove into a wastewater lagoon in St. Lucas. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office was called at 12:13 a.m. Dec. 7 about a suspicious vehicle at the wastewater lagoons for the city of St. Lucas, the sheriff’s office said. According to the sheriff’s office, Steven David Langreck, 37, of Hawkeye, was driving south in his 2008 Chevrolet 2500 pickup when he fell asleep behind the wheel. Langreck’s vehicle entered the east ditch and went through a fence and into the lagoon. Langreck escaped injury, and the vehicle was considered a total loss. Langreck was charged with failure to maintain control with possible additional charges pending.

Steven David Langreck, 37, was cited for failure to maintain control after crashing into a wastewater lagoon for the city of St. Lucas. Photo courtesy Fayette County Sheriff's Office

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By Michael Hohenbrink Editor A bike trail project along 175th Street in Calmar is moving forward. A Calmar Development project to create a bike trail along the road saw work completed before the cold snap hit. Representing Calmar Development, Ron Bullerman briefed city council Dec. 5 about the effort and talked about the progress that had been made. “It looks pretty good,” said Bullerman. Bullerman noted the effort has come in under budget so far, with a total expense of a bit over $9,000. Along with briefing council on the effort, Bullerman requested funding from the city for the project. With the city’s cost for the recent streets and sidewalks project still to come due, city officials expressed some concern about outlaying money. Councilman Dennis Kleve noted a major concern on his part was the

Bud Winter can be seen surrounded by snowmobiles. Photo courtesy Bud Winter By Michael Hohenbrink Editor he onset of winter weather has some enthusiasts eager for snow. After a mild season, winter hit with force recently. Many areas received from 5 to 10 inches of snow in the weekend’s storm. The lush, white snowfall provides fun for kids, but it’s also a boon for snowmobilers. Bud Winter, president of Trails Unlimited, a local snowmobiling club, is among those who will take advantage of the snow. Winter already has his machine ready to go for the season, and enthusiasts with the club have undertaken necessary work in the off season to get trails ready. Bulldozing, clearing trees, mowing ditches and the like have been undertaken to get things in readiness. “I am very thankful, as many are, for their employers who are true friends of snowmobiling,” said Winter. Winter noted that Fort Atkinson’s Mihm Brothers’ owners Scott and Cary have been supportive of snowmobiling and have allowed the club to do things in the shop including putting signs together, working on the groomer, thawing out, etc. With 140 members, the club, a non-profit group, works with over 200 landowners and maintains over 130 miles of trails in Alpha, Auburn, Calmar, Castalia, Clermont, Festina, Fort Atkinson, Hawkeye, Jackson Junction, Ossian, St. Lucas and Waucoma. Getting ready for the season takes a lot of effort. “I’m the first to tell someone they shouldn’t have a snowmobile when they are not willing to help out – at a minimum join a club, help an hour at an event or something,” said Winter. “Do something, not just the minimum.” As the season nears, Winter has a favorite trail. “The trail from St. Lucas to Festina is a really nice trail,” said Winter. Winter also noted the experience of riding trails outside the local area. “I have gone on a trip out of state the past five years like many local snowmobilers probably have,” said Winter. Still, Iowa’s trails hold a real charm.

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Economic Development Director Don Wurtzel noted the project by the cooperative looked to still be going forward role of Dollar General in the project. So far, work has stopped at approximately the edge of the store’s property line. Kleve queried what commitment might the business have to the project? The presence of traffic and the safety of pedestrians and bikers was discussed by council. With planned development by Farmer’s Union Cooperative adding to the use of the road, the need for some method of steering bike and foot traffic off the roadway appears even more necessary. Economic Development Director Don Wurtzel noted the project by the cooperative looked to still be going forward, though the company is studying its options with regard to making use of rail or whether or not to rely on rail access. In the latter case, it would mean increased traffic on the road. Kleve voted against funding the bike path effort, casting the sole vote against the city’s involvement in the project, noting his concern over the role of Dollar General in the project. In the end, council opted to fund part of the project for $4,000.

St. Lucas Parks Go Smoke-Free By Michael Hohenbrink Editor All city parks and trails in St. Lucas are tobacco-free following action by city council. Under the rules, no person is allowed to use any form of tobacco product. Assistance in drafting the policy was provided by Helping Services, which will also be providing tobaccofree signs at no cost to the city. It’s a move that has local advocates cheering. “We congratulate the City of St. Lucas for being another community in Fayette County to adopt a tobacco-free park and trail policy,” said Helping Services Tobacco Prevention Specialist Laura Albert. “We hope other communities will consider implementing a similar policy. We

commend St. Lucas’ efforts to support clean air and ensure all residents are protected from secondhand smoke.” The move is part of an effort that has seen similar legislation adopted in a number of communities. In Winneshiek County, the city of Calmar has a 100-percent tobacco-free policy for trails while the cities of Decorah, Ossian and Ridgeway have 100-percent tobacco-free policies for parks and trails, as does Winneshiek County with the exclusion of camping and fishing areas, according to information provided by Helping Services. In Fayette County, St. Lucas joins Clermont and Wadena with 100-percent tobacco-free policies for parks and trails. The community of Westgate is a possibility down the road to join the move, said Albert.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2016

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SNOWMOBILE Winter admits snowmobiling is a passion that takes a big commitment. “I really have no idea how much time and money out of my pocket goes into things but it’s quite a bit,” said Winter. “My wife sure wonders why! But I learned years ago from my mom that this is a sport, a love, a thrill, that is like no other and you can’t just hop on a sled and go. Some people have asked me how I can still ride after last year when a great friend of St. Lucas, Brady Kuennen, died in a snowmobile accident. It’s because of guys like him that I ride – because when you’re out there you’re not thinking about what happened to him, you’re thinking about the feeling of freedom and fresh air that you enjoy just like he did so many times.”

Dedra Kuhn stands beside a selection of toys, now available. Photos by Michael Hohenbrink

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Economy Ag Has New Focus By Michael Hohenbrink Editor The former Economy Ag Auto and Truck Repair is now Economy Ag Tractor Parts. The downtown Calmar business has moved from repair to focusing on supplying parts and has added a line of children’s toys for youngsters. The business is owned by Dedra and Kevin Kuhn and is open Tuesday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturdays, from 9 a.m. to noon. The business can be reached by calling 563-562-4200 or, after hours, for hydraulic hose assembly work, by calling 563-580-6842. With the latter, the business offers help, even outside of normal hours. Economy Ag offers bulk oil in a variety of weights, Interstate batteries, V Belts, Baldwin filters, electrical wire and connectors, Oem and aftermarket tractor parts, LED lights, nuts and bolts and a variety of chain cut to the length needed. The business also makes hydraulic hose assemblies. Something new is the availability of toys, just in time for the Christmas season. Long a favorite with visitors to Christmas in Calmar, the candy tractors made by Economy Ag can be custom made by calling the store. Different types of children’s toys with a farm theme are on hand for visitors to the store, both young and old. Candy tractors are a unique offering of Economy Ag.

McKinley Gage, 18, of Oelwein, saw significant damage to her vehicle Dec. 11 as she crashed into the side of a snowplow at the intersection of Highway 3 and W Avenue at 8:32 a.m. Photo courtesy Fayette County Sheriff's Office

Mid-America Publishing Corporation has announced its purchase of The Aurelia Star and Marcell Publishing, LLC from Marci Brown, of Cherokee, effective Dec. 14, 2016. The Aurelia Star will be added to the Hampton-based corporation’s growing roster of 31 Iowa weekly newspapers and shoppers. Other nearby papers also owned by Mid-America include those in Holstein, Ida Grove and Lake City. “We are excited to assume the ownership of The Aurelia Star,” said Mid-America Publishing’s President and CEO Ryan Harvey. “We believe this fits naturally with our western Iowa properties and our company as a whole. Marci has done a phenomenal job at re-building the Star and we are eager to carry her momentum forward.” Brown’s decision to sell the paper was ultimately related to her decision to retire. “We want to thank Marci for allowing Mid-America to continue the legacy of the Star,” Matt Grohe with Mid-America Publishing Corporation added. “We know she’s put her heart and soul into the paper and we look forward to working with the local community to provide the most robust news product possible going forward.” Harvey will assume the duties and title of publisher of the newspaper while the staff of the Courier and Advance will remain responsible for day-to-day operations in the interim. As part of its new ownership Mid-America will be looking to add a part-time local writer and photographer to enhance coverage of local news and events. The publication will join MidAmerica’s portfolio of weekly newspapers which aside from the Courier, Advance and Ida County Reminder also includes: the Calmar Courier; Postville Herald; The Outlook, in Monona; The Eldora Herald-Ledger and Hardin County Index, with an office in Eldora; The Leader, with offices in Garner and Britt; the Grundy Register, in Grundy Center; the Buffalo Center Tribune; the Parkersburg Eclipse-News-Review; the Wright County Monitor, in Clarion and Dows; the Eagle Grove Eagle;

The Pioneer Enterprise (RockwellThornton), The Sheffield Press; The Hampton Chronicle; The Butler County Tribune-Journal (Allison); the Clarksville Star, The Ogden Reporter and The Graphic-Advocate, with offices in Lake City and Rockwell City. The company also owns and operates newspapers in southeast Iowa, namely, The News-Review, in Sigourney; The Keota Eagle, Keota; and The Sun with offices in New Sharon and Fremont. The company additionally produces two weekly political newspapers, the Conservative Chronicle and the Liberal Opinion Week as well as several TMC shoppers, such as The Hampton Chronicle’s Bonus in Hampton; The Spectrum in Lake City-Rockwell City; The Leader’s Shopper News Review in Garner, The Reminder in Ida Grove; and the Wright County Reminder in Clarion; plus monthly shoppers such as The Dual County Leader in Eagle Grove and the Keokuk County Chief in Sigourney. Additionally, the company publishes north central Iowa’s only Latino-oriented newspaper, Viva Iowa!, which serves Franklin and Wright Counties. Mid-America also operates a custom printing division, Mid-America Business and Personal Printing, that offers individualized printing and publishing solutions such as banners, posters, postcards, direct mailing, mailing list management, letter head design, newsletter management and dozens of other marketing and promotional products which it plans to make available locally in the Alta and Aurelia area. Mid-America Publishing Corporation is a closely held, family run company owned primarily by the granddaughter of the founder, Willard D. Archie, Jeanette M. Grohe, and her husband, Matt Grohe, who also serves as the company’s Chairman and corporate vice president. The Grohe family has extensive ties to the area with the board secretary, Ronald Grohe, having grown up in Alta, Storm Lake and Hartley. Ron is also the brother-in-law of Nona Grohe and uncle to Sue Grohe Roberts and Kelli Hirschman, Aurelia residents.

The Eden Outer Limits 4-H Club served food for its annual fundraiser. Pictured are (front row, l-r): Maria Klimesh, Maci Wenthold, Bentley Hulbert, Morgan Wenthold, Caden Tiedt and Deanna Balk; back row: Adriana Tiedt, Shaylee Brincks, Caitlin Tiedt, Alicia Klimesh, Brooke Balk and Alyssa Tiedt. Not pictured: Sara Adams and Megan Balk. Photo courtesy Shannon Tiedt

Area Digs Out After Storm Eden Outer Limits Sees Busy Month By Michael Hohenbrink Editor A weekend storm dropped from 5 to 10 inches across much of the area. Snow hit the area Saturday and continued into Sunday as the area saw its first significant snowfall of the season. According to the National Weather Service in La Crosse, Wis., rates of up to one inch per hour were common. Chickasaw County was on the light end of the storm, receiving 5 inches in New Hampton, while 6.3

inches of snow came to Cresco in Howard County. Calmar saw 5.2 inches while the Decorah area saw as much as 6 inches. The city’s first snow emergency of the season with plowing took effect as a result of the storm. As the roads turned slick, accidents were reported. The Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office and Calmar Police Department responded to an accident Saturday afternoon on Highway 150, south of Festina, when a vehicle went off the roadway and

entered into a ditch. In Fayette County, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office saw an accident Sunday at 8:32 a.m. with an 18-year-old driver crashing into a snowplow. That accident took place at the intersection of Highway 3 and W Avenue when McKinley Gage, of Oelwein, was eastbound on Highway 3 and struck the side of a Fayette County snowplow driven by Heath Block, 48. Gage’s vehicle saw significant damage. The snowplow saw minimal damage.

Information courtesy Alyssa Tiedt, secretary The regular meeting of the Eden Outer Limits 4-H Club was held at the Waucoma Community Center Nov. 15. The meeting was called to order by Shaylee Brincks at 6:06 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Maria Klimesh. Roll call was answered by 13 members. Two leaders and one parent were present. The minutes from the previous meeting were read by Alyssa Tiedt. They were approved by Caitlin Tiedt and seconded by Shaylee. The treasurer’s report

was given by Brooke Balk. It was approved by Deanna Balk and seconded by Alicia Klimesh. Old business discussed was how the t-shirts turned out, whom to send a thank you to from the fundraiser and that the fundraiser turned out well. New business included Christmas cards, if the club would like to do something at nursing homes, changing meetings to Tuesday nights at 6 p.m., Fayette County 4-H apparel for sale, the awards program Nov. 19, a Christmas party, if the club would pay for the 10 dollar member dues, beef

weigh-in Dec. 10 from 8 to 11 a.m., a Dec. 3 project workshop at 10 a.m. and discussion and finalization of the club program book. The next meeting is set for Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Waucoma Community Center. Hosts for the next meeting are Caitlin and Alyssa Tiedt. Shaylee Brincks adjourned the meeting at 6:38 p.m. The 4-H Pledge was led by Megan Balk. A presentation was given by Brooke Balk on how to make KoolAid. All are welcome to come and join the club at the next meeting.

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Briefs Spillville Library Holiday P.J. Party The Spillville Library will host a Holiday P.J. party with Santa Tuesday, Dec. 13, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Christmas Program, Piano Recital A Christmas program and piano recital by TCS students will be held Wednesday, Dec. 14, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Protivin. The recital will begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Christmas Program at 7 p.m.

Santa Visits Santa is coming to the Waucoma Community Center on Saturday, Dec. 17, at 10 a.m. and to Protivin at The Place from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Christmas Reflections The 14th Annual “Christmas Reflections” Open House at the German-American Museum in St. Lucas is set for Sunday, Dec. 18, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Childrenʼs Christmas Programs St. John Lutheran and St. Peter Lutheran will offer children’s Christmas programs at the following times and dates. St. John – Sunday, Dec. 18, 9 a.m. St. Peter – Saturday, Dec. 24, 7 p.m.

Democratic Party The Winneshiek County Democratic Party will hold no Central Committee meetings in December.

WMC Christmas Dinner Winneshiek Medical Center will host a Christmas dinner Sunday, Dec. 25, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Blood Drives Blood drives have been scheduled in the area for the following locations: Decorah: Thursday, Dec. 22, from noon to 5:30 p.m., at Stone Ridge Community Church, 1111 Montgomery St. Fort Atkinson: Monday, Dec. 26, from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Fort Atkinson Community Center, 303 3rd Street NW Waucoma: Thursday, Dec. 29, from 2 to 6 p.m., at the Waucoma Event Center, W Avenue Protivin: Jan. 6, 2017, Protivin Community Center, from 2 to 5:30 p.m.

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Snow Means Parking Rules In Effect Cold weather’s arrival has the city urging motorists to follow city ordinance on parking when it snows. Whenever the city experiences a snowfall that accumulates to a depth of one inch or more, a snow emergency shall automatically be in effect. City ordinance requires all vehicles to park on the even-numbered side of the street until snow is cleared from the opposite side. Then, vehicles should be moved to the odd-numbered side of the street until the snow is cleared from the remaining half. When both sides have been plowed, normal parking resumes. Vehicles interfering with snow removal procedures can be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense. In order to aid snow removal, vehicle owners are reminded that no street may be used for storage purposes and that no vehicle can be parked for a period of time longer than 48 hours on city streets. Violations are subject to ticketing and possible impoundment.

Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Following World War II, the names of those who served from the Spillville area were displayed in a large way with a "V" for victory, next to the community bandstand, in the town square.

From ʻBoy Wonderʼ to New Airfield NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR BY SHARON BUSCH

In the World: In April 1940, Robin, the “Boy Wonder,” made his premiere in Detective Comics #38 as Batman’s sidekick. April 7 was the date that Booker T. Washington became the first African-American to be depicted on a U.S. postage stamp. April 9 was when Germany invaded the neutral countries of Denmark and Norway, opening the Norwegian Campaign. March News was that Clermont was to have a “flying field.” Nine enthusiasts there had formed an aviation company and leased ground. March 29 was the date of the Grade Operetta “Cinderella’s Slipper” that was held at Calmar High School’s auditorium at 8 p.m. Adult admission was 35 cents and 20 cents for students. “Why I Like to Live in America” was the title for an essay contest sponsored by the Boy Scouts of America. The Calmar Courier published the five best ones submitted, which came from John Havel, James Hackett, William Doubek, Robert Uher and Lavern Hillesland. These essays talked about many things, including our good educational system, religious freedom, freedom of speech, the beauty of our country, equal opportunities for all and freedom to cast a vote to elect our leaders. These writers were glad to live in a country with no Hitler or Stalin, and one where everyone was welcome to participate. George Buchheit, in Calmar, had been doing a large egg business for 10 years. He was doing a business large enough to be rated as a “carload shipper” and was packing 300 cases per week. These eggs were all bought directly from the farmer, who either brought them in or had them picked up by Buchheit’s trucks on egg routes. These eggs were packed in 30-dozen cases, along with a private label Buchheit’s Quality Packed Selected Hennery Whites. Selected Hennery Browns were brown eggs, packed the same way. Eggs with heavier yolks that were a trifle larger but still good and fresh were packed with a “Large Fancy” label. All eggs were “candled” by experienced people for quality. Eggs had to all be clean and fresh. Cash paid to farmers was $10,939.90 for the first three months of 1940. Conducting a firstclass food market and operating two trucks furnished steady employment for seven people. Walt Flaskerud and J.A. Korbel of the Flaskerud and Korbel Hardware Store in Calmar were two of the paint retailers invited to attend a paint merchandising and styling clinic in St. Paul, Minn. Lion Brand Paint, a product of the St. Paul White Lead and Oil Company conducted a lively program that included the latest 1940

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styles in interior decorating. April The Winneshiek County Parkways Committee met on Monday, April 1, 1940, to figure out a system of nine tours leading to various points of interest and scenic sites in Winneshiek County. Wednesday, April 3, 1940, was the day for the big “CLOSE OUT SALE” at the Joe Koch Store in Calmar. The full-page ad said the store would be closed out “to the bare walls,” and that Joe Koch had a stock of merchandise in boxes, drawers and under counters for a community twice the size of Calmar. In Jackson Junction, J.L. Goddard fell through the hay chute in his barn, landing on a cement floor and was badly bruised...luckily he did not have any broken bones. Saturday, April 6, 1940, was when the orchestra of the Fort Atkinson Public High School broadcast a program over radio station KWLC at Luther College in Decorah. This program went on the air at 11:30 a.m. and included several songs, including “The Star Spangled Banner.” From Decorah, it was reported that C.L. Tayton would soon begin building a bridge over the Upper Iowa River, near the airport on the Bluffton Road. Decorah Lutheran Hospital reported that it had admitted 842 patients in 1939 and had had a good year. Jackson Junction reported that its township schools had a declamatory contest on Friday, April 12, 1940. Three schools took part, and the following students received prizes. In Humorous, Arnold Jirak, from District Two, whose teacher was Miss Angela Karnik, was the winner. For Dramatic, Virginia Lawrence, of the Vrzak School District, was the winner. Her teacher was Miss Clara Vrzak. Fire struck the Martin Herold barn, about two miles west of Fort Atkinson, in April 1940. The fire was discovered in the early morning hours, and the origin was not known. Fortunately, the horses were all out of the barn. Mr. Herold did lose all contents, as well as the barn building, and the loss was partly covered by insurance. Work and pleasure were combined on a Thursday night in April 1940, at the home of Mrs. Mary Schissel, near Fort Atkinson. Women had gathered to assemble carpet rags and hear the third lesson of the Women’s Home Project. The lesson was about uses and storage of eggs, meat and fish.

The opening dance of the season at the Inwood Ballroom in Spillville was on April 18, 1940, with music from Al Mencke’s Orchestra. On Friday, April 19, 1940, five members of the Executive Council of the Greater Winneshiek County League took an appeal to Governor Wilson and the Executive Council to the State House at Des Moines. They were appealing for the restoration of Fort Atkinson. After a two-hour conference, a motion was made directing the Iowa State Conservation Commission to allocate $10,000 for the restoration process. It was believed that this sum of money would completely restore Fort Atkinson, provided the work was done by the Civilian Conservation Corps or WPA labor. The state would provide the materials to be used. Both Calmar High School and Fort Atkinson High School baseball teams were in top-notch shape for Calmar’s first season game on Friday, April 19, 1940. The sun was shining and weather perfect as Calmar’s star pitcher, Elmore Herold, did a fine job striking out 15 batters. Calmar’s team only had two veterans of 1939’s team with E. Herold and G. Schissel. The final score was Calmar 13, Fort Atkinson 3. Calmar High School’s Homemaking Department hosted at a tea at 3:30 p.m. on the afternoon of Friday, April 25, 1939. This included a style review to exhibit the clothing contructions completed by classes and also two short skits, “Mother Goes to Town” and “As Others See You.” The Future Farmer Chapter from Calmar High School planted 200 trees and shrubs on the Albert Shindelar farm on a Monday in late April 1940. Roger Weselmann, Andrew Hillesland and Donald Hanson from Calmar accompanied all 14 of the members of Boy Scout Troop #93 to the Scout Jamboree held at Luther College in Decorah in late April 1940. In late April 1940, the Iowa WPA Arts Project had commenced work at the museum in Fort Atkinson on the landscape for the replica of Old Fort Atkinson. This landscape would be built to scale, depicting the lay of the land on which Old Fort Atkinson stood. This would reproduce the scene of 100 years ago when completed. In two weeks, we will tell you about the opening of Tuesday night dances at the Inwood in Spillville, some history of the Calmar Library, the opening of fishing season and more news of the area.

Northeast Iowa Community Col- have to provide what students need lege (NICC) is honoring “Alumni so they may succeed, such as access Shining Stars” during the year to cel- to the latest technology,” Dietzenbach ebrate these standout individuals who expressed. “This is what I see Northeast Iowa Community have demonstrated their College doing, and I have support for NICC and a observed such tremencommitment to its misdous growth at the Calmar sion. The December 2016 campus. Also, because Alumni Shining Star is NICC is local you want to Cathy Dietzenbach, of support where our taxes Waucoma, a 1979 Cleriare going and that our stucal program graduate from dents are at the forefront the Calmar campus. of the technology availDietzenbach’s deciable in NICC programs.” sion to enroll at NICC afAfter marrying and ter graduating from South Winneshiek High School Cathy Dietzenbach starting a family, Dietzenbach returned to the NICC was influenced by its locaCalmar campus to take tion, affordability and the familiarity of the College, which was at the time advantage of a 2+2 Business Managenamed Northeast Iowa Technical Insti- ment four-year degree program offered in partnership between the College and tute (NITI). “I was the oldest of five children Upper Iowa University in Fayette. In 2007, she was named director of and the presence of the College locally made a difference. I was still able business services for Decorah Comto complete a technical education, yet munity School District. At her new could live at home,” the alumna said. place in education, she contributed The Clerical program appealed to Di- her leadership and financial acumen etzenbach because she would begin a toward the passage of a $10.5 million career in a support role, but nonethe- bond issue, as well as helping to manless a critical one that would keep an age a $20.7 million renovation project organization running smoothly and ef- of Decorah High School completed in July 2014. The NICC alumna sees ficiently. After graduation from the program, more opportunities ahead for expanded she worked for the Winneshiek County facilities to meet the needs of the comFarm Bureau office before beginning munity. Cathy and her husband, Dennis, her career for Turkey Valley Schools in have two grown children: Keith and 1989, where she devoted her next 18 years of service in education. A career Karla. Keith is a consumer loan administrator in the banking industry in in education seemed like a perfect fit. “I have always liked the education Minneapolis, Minn., and Karla is a piece in my career. The kids who at- registered nurse at a cancer center in tend our schools are our future. We Cedar Rapids.

Schroeder Receives Basics of Boardsmanship Certificate At the Iowa Association of School Boards’ (IASB) 71st Annual Convention on Nov. 17, South Winneshiek school board member Don Schroeder was awarded a certificate for completing the Basics of Boardsmanship Certificate. Through IASB’s Basics of Boardsmanship program, Schroeder completed four components focused on essential board learning Don Schroeder, board member for South Winconcepts. neshiek CSD, was honored Nov. 17 as IASB Board IASB Board Presi- Member Jon Rowen presented him with a certificate dent Amy Jurrens com- for completing the IASB Basics of Boardsmanship remended Schroeder for quirements. Photo courtesy South Winneshiek his hard work. “This program ensures a solid founThree hundred thirty-five Iowa lodation for school board governance, cal school district, AEA and commuwhether you’re a new or experienced nity college board members received board member,” Jurrens said. “The this award. This is the first year this extra efforts put forth to complete this awards program has been offered to program are certainly commendable.” IASB members.

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Try Some Side Dishes NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR BY SHARON BUSCH

Side dishes play an important part in our holiday meals. The following recipes would make a great addition to any meal. Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta From Bobby Flay 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 pound sliced pancetta, diced 4 shallots, thinly sliced 1 pound Brussels Sprouts, trimmed and halved 8 baby Yukon gold potatoes, quartered salt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 lemon, juiced Heat oven to 425 degrees. Heat oil over medium heat in a roasting pan or large skillet. Add the pancetta and cook until golden brown and crisp. Remove the pancetta to a plate lined with paper towels. Add the shallots to the pan and cook until soft. Add the Brussels Sprouts and potatoes and toss to combine and season with salt and pepper and roast in the oven until the vegetables are cooked through and golden brown. Remove the vegetables from the oven and stir in the butter and lemon juice. Transfer to a platter and top with the reserved pancetta. Baked Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan Cheese and Bread Crumbs From Giada De Laurentiis 1 tablespoon butter 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted 1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons plain dry bread crumbs Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Coat a 13 by 9 by 2-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of butter and set aside. Cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water until they are very tender, about 15 minutes. Drain; return the potatoes to the same pot and mash well. Mix in the milk and melted butter. Mix in the mozzarella and 3/4 cup of the Parmesan. Season the potatoes, to taste, with salt and pepper. Transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking dish. Stir the bread crumbs and remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan in a small bowl to blend. Sprinkle the bread crumb mixture over the mashed potatoes. Recipe can be prepared up to this point 6 hours ahead of time; cover and chill

and then bake, uncovered, until the topping is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Southern Creamed Corn From Patrick and Gina Neely 8 ears corn, husked (can use frozen corn) 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup cold water 2 tablespoons bacon grease 1 tablespoon butter In a large bowl, cut the tip off cob. Cut the kernels from cob with a small paring knife. Using the back of the blade, scrape against the cob to press out the milky liquid. Whisk together sugar, flour and salt and pepper, to taste. Combine with corn. Add the heavy cream and water. Mix. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat bacon grease. Add corn mixture and turn heat down to medium-low, stirring until it becomes creamy, about 30 minutes. Add the butter right before serving. Honey-Glazed Carrots From Sunny Anderson Salt 1 pound baby carrots 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add salt and then carrots and cook until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain the carrots and add back to pan with butter, honey and lemon juice. Cook until a glaze coats the carrots, about 5 minutes and season with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley.

Heat the oven to 475 degrees. Combine the onions, flour, panko and salt in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine. Coat a sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray and evenly spread the onions on the pan. Place the pan on the middle rack of the oven and bake until golden brown, approximately 30 minutes. Toss the onions 2 to 3 times during cooking. Once done, remove from the oven and set aside until ready to use. Turn the oven down to 400 degrees. While the onions are cooking, prepare the beans. Bring a gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to a boil in an 8-quart saucepan. Add the beans and blanch for 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately plunge the beans into a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside. Melt the butter in a 12inch cast iron skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms begin to give up some of their liquid, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic and nutmeg and continue to cook for another 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute. Add the broth and simmer for 1 minute. Decrease the heat to medium-low and add the half-andhalf. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in 1/4 of the onions and all of the green beans. Top with the remaining onions. Place into the oven and bake until bubbly, approximately 15 minutes. Remove and serve immediately. Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic From Patrick and Gina Neely 2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons butter 2 large garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 tablespoon lemon zest salt and freshly ground black pepper

Best Ever Green Bean Casserole From Alton Brown For the topping: 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs 1 teaspoon kosher salt Non-stick cooking spray For beans and sauce: 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed, trimmed and halved 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 12 ounces mushrooms, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup half-and-half

Blanch green beans in a large stockpot of well salted boiling water until bright green in color and tender crisp, roughly 2 minutes. Drain and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop from cooking. Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and the butter. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the beans and continue to sauté until coated in the butter and heated through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon zest and season with salt and pepper. Till next time, side dishes are a great dish to share with family and friends.

School Lunch Menus South Winn CSD

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Monday, December 19 Elem Brkfst: Egg Omelet & Toast HS Brkfst: Strudel Lunch: BBQ Pork, WG Bun, Fesh Carrots, Baked Beans, Pineapple

Monday, December 19 Brkfst: Sausage & Egg Patty, Toast, OJ, Yogurt Lunch: Goulash, Corn, Peaches

Tuesday, December 20 Elem Brkfst: Breakfast Pizza HS Brkfst: Warrior Sandwich Lunch: Popcorn Chicken, French Fries, Peas, 1-WG Bread, (9-12) 2 Sl. Bread, Apple Wednesday, December 21 Elem & HS Brkfst: Sausage Pancake Stick Lunch: Soft Shell Taco, Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese, Refried Beans, (9-12) Dinner Roll, Pears Thursday, December 22 Elem Brkfst: UBR HS Brkfst: Breakfast Pizza Lunch: Thai Chicken, WG Brown Rice, Fresh Broccoli & Cauliflower, (9-12) Dinner Roll, Banana Friday, December 23 WINTER BREAK – NO SCHOOL

Turkey Valley CSD

Tuesday, December 20 Brkfst: French Toast Sticks, Fruit, Yogurt Lunch: Chicken Patty on WG Bun, Hash Browns, Pears Wednesday, December 21 Brkfst: Pancake Sausage Stick, Fruit, Yogurt Lunch: Mexican Straw Hats, WG Tortilla Chips, Corn, Fresh Fruit Thursday, December 22 Brkfst: Omelet, Toast, OJ, Yogurt Lunch: Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Dressing, Gravy, Cranberries, Xmas Ice Cream Treats Friday, December 23 NO SCHOOL

Trinity Catholic School Monday, December 19 Lunch: Breakfast Boat, Hash Brown Patty, Baby Carrots, Orange Slices, Scooby Treats

No information provided

Tuesday, December 20 Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Brown Rice, Vegetable Tray, Strawberries, Fortune Cookie

Wednesday, December 21 Lunch: Chicken Patty, WG Bun, Cheese Slice, Baked Beans, Parsley Potatoes, Grapes Thursday, December 22 Lunch: Cheddarwurst, WG Bun, French Fries, Baby Carrots, Pears, Cookie Friday, December 23 CHRISTMAS BREAK – NO SCHOOL

CFS Catholic School Monday, December 19 Lunch: WG Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwiches, French Fries, Peas & Carrots, Lettuce/Greens, Mixed Fruit Tuesday, December 20 Lunch: French Toast, Sausage, Hashbrowns, Strawberries, Jello Wednesday, December 21 Lunch: Chicken Enchiladas on WG Tortilla, Green Beans, Pears, Applesauce Thursday, December 22 Lunch: Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Peaches, Brownies Friday, December 23 NO SCHOOL ALL MENUS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Worship Schedule ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC Little Turkey Rev. Kyle Digmann No Weekend Mass BETHANY LUTHERAN Rural Ossian Sunday, Dec. 18: 10:30 a.m. Worship Service

CALMAR COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST

Calmar Rev. Linda Thompson Sunday, Dec. 18: 9 a.m. Worship CALMAR LUTHERAN & SPRINGFIELD LUTHERAN Rev. Phil Olson Sunday, Dec. 18: 9 a.m. Calmar Worship 10:30 a.m. Springfield Worship

Christmas trees will be on display at the German-American Museum as well as other attractions. Photo courtesy St. Lucas Historical Society

Christmas Reflections Returning The 14th Annual “Christmas Reflections” will be held Sunday, Dec. 18, at the German-American Museum in St. Lucas. There will be an open house from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. where guests can view the museum decorated with trees, holiday décor, historic displays and more. Featured will be Byers’ Carolers, Christmas table settings, nutcrackers and toys. A special feature this year is a nativity scene on display from Clarice and Harvey Timp and also other nativity displays. The “Three Kings” will make an early appearance. A holiday buffet will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A sing-a-long begins at 3 p.m. Alumni of the “Christmas Reflections” choir will lead singing and sing holiday selections. The “Christmas Reflections” choir was part of the celebration from the very beginning and offered concerts over the years along with vesper services in the school chapel.

Living in Faith

Desolation versus Depression By the Rev. Robert Gross, Pastor of St. Aloysius, Calmar; Our Lady of Seven Dolors, Festina; St. Francis de Sales, Ossian, and St. Wenceslaus, Spillville On the Second Sunday of Advent, I spoke about a common struggle that every Christian must face during the process of growing in holiness, purification, and the test of faith. That struggle is discouragement. Discouragement for me is another name for spiritual desolation. Spiritual Desolation is the experience of losing the sensible closeness to God in the life of faith and prayer. An example is dryness in prayer. Maybe you have felt close to God when you come to Mass, pray the Rosary, read a Bible passage, or read some spiritual book. Maybe you feel close to God when you serve the needy at the Food Pantry or by thinking of others and serving others in your life. And then it becomes dry. You don’t feel connected. You feel uninspired by the very spiritual things that once inspired you. That can happen in a vocation as well. When a newly married couple who were in love with each other, considerate of each other, and vulnerable with each other and then the saying goes, “the honeymoon has worn off.” In all these examples that I have cited I think desolation many times is more at work than clinical depression. I am the first one to acknowledge and thank God for the great advances of psychological care. I have been one who has received counseling and also the benefit of medication. But many times in my experience people continue to be stuck and I sometimes think people forget the spiritual reality that is happening. We have to remember that just as there is the Holy Spirit of God who is the Third Person of the Trinity along with the reality of angels who are constantly serving God, there is also the weaker but potent influence of evil in our lives. The Bible calls him Satan or the Devil

and there are fallen angels whose one purpose is to destroy the beautiful dignity that God has given us by creating us and by redeeming us. Evil can prey on our thoughts. And I think that the source of much of our discouragement and desolation come from listening to the thoughts that the Evil One places in our minds and we believe the lies that he tells us. One thought that comes into my mind as a priest and minister of the Gospel is this, “What’s the point in working so hard, you are never going to get people back to Church. People are hopeless. The Gospel is not attractive anymore. You made a mistake in becoming a priest.” Sometimes those thoughts are very powerful. They can overwhelm me. But even though that causes doubt and sadness, I know that those voices are not from God. Those thoughts are trying to derail me from pursuing the good of preaching the Good News of Jesus Christ! What are the discouraging thoughts that you hear in your heart? Do you listen to them? If you do, then you are seeing the real root of your sin. Sin is believing the lie that evil puts in our minds and hearts. Sin is believing that God’s way isn’t necessarily better. Jesus says to that voice, “Be gone Satan!” In other words, get away from evil. Holy Spirit abide in me. So who are you listening to in your life? Is it the constant good news of the Word of God and the teaching of the Church or is it the values of this world that conspires with the Evil One who ultimately wants to destroy our souls? The faith of Christ teaches us that God defeated Satan. Good is stronger than sin. Virtue is better than vice. Let us remember that when discouragement and desolation come our way. It will, because there are forces in the world that do not want you close to God. Reject those forces and welcome the goodness of Christ’s Holy Spirit in your life.

Louise Dietzenbach Louise Dietzenbach, 89, of St. Lucas, died Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016, at Traditions in West Union. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 12, at St. Luke Catholic Church, 307 East Main St., St. Lucas, with the Rev. Kyle Digmann presiding. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends called from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, and on Monday morning after 9:30 a.m. at the church.

HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC Protivin Rev. Kyle Digmann Thursday, Dec. 15: 8:45 a.m. School Mass Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:30 a.m. Mass LIVING HOPE BAPTIST Ossian Sunday, Dec. 18: 9 a.m. Worship MT. CARMEL CATHOLIC Lawler Rev. Kyle Digmann Friday, Dec. 16: 8:30 a.m. Mass Saturday, Dec. 17: 4 p.m. Mass OSSIAN LUTHERAN

Ossian Rev. Dave Lenth Sunday, Dec. 18: 8:30 a.m. Worship OUR LADY OF SEVEN DOLORS CATHOLIC Festina Rev. Robert Gross Saturday, Dec. 17: 4 p.m. Mass ST. ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC Calmar Rev. Robert Gross Sunday, Dec. 18: 10 a.m. Mass ST. BENEDICT PARISH Decorah Reconciliation Saturday at 3:15 p.m. or by appointment Saturday, Dec. 17: 4 p.m. Mass Sunday, Dec. 18: 7:30 a.m. Mass 10 a.m. Mass ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC Ossian Rev. Robert Gross Sunday, Dec. 18: 8 a.m. Mass

ST. JOHN NEPOMUCENE

Fort Atkinson Rev. Kyle Digmann No Weekend Mass Tuesday, Dec. 20: 8:30 a.m. Mass ST. JOHN LUTHERAN, Stapleton Rural Waucoma Rev. Wayne T. & Irmagard Ellingson, Pastors Sunday, Dec. 18: 9 a.m. Worship ST. LUKE CATHOLIC

St. Lucas Rev. Kyle Digmann Sunday, Dec. 18: 10:30 a.m. Mass Wednesday, Dec. 21: 8:30 a.m. Mass ST. MARY CATHOLIC Waucoma Rev. Kyle Digmann No Weekend Mass

ST. PETER LUTHERAN Richfield Rural Sumner (8 miles SW of Waucoma) Rev. Wayne T. & Rev. Irmagard Ellingson Sunday, Dec. 18: 10:30 a.m. Worship ST. WENCESLAUS CATHOLIC

Spillville Rev. Robert Gross Saturday, Dec. 17: 6 p.m. Mass STAVANGER LUTHERAN Ossian Sunday, Dec. 18: 10 a.m. Worship TRINITY LUTHERAN Calmar Rev. Ron Pederson redeemertrinity.com Sunday, Dec. 18: 11 a.m. Worship Service ZION LUTHERAN

Castalia Rev. Alan Wicks Sunday, Dec. 18: 11 a.m. Morning Worship with Holy Communion

Opinion

Calmar Courier

Tuesday, December 13, 2016

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Primer Time It’s December! And you know what that means? That’s right. Star Wars! Now, if you’re a regular reader of this column, we know you’re a cool person that knows the ins and outs of Star Wars lore, but just in case somebody happens upon these words and is a bit confused about where everything goes, here’s how it breaks down. The first three movies, released between 1977 and 1983, are what we fondly call the “Original Trilogy.” This trilogy is about Luke Skywalker joining the rebel alliance against the Galactic Empire and having to fight Darth Vader while blowing up the occasional Death Star. These movies were called Episodes IV, V and VI, but those numbers really didn’t mean anything until 20 years later. Outside of a couple cartoons and a Christmas Special that would make you question your own sense of reality, that was pretty much it for the on-screen adventures in a galaxy far, far away. The stories largely continued in the novels, comics and video games that made up the Star Wars extended universe. Then came the late 90s, and George Lucas decided it was time for another trilogy of movies, this time a Prequel Trilogy going over the rise and fall of Luke Skywalker’s dad, Anakin. (Spoiler Alert: Darth Vader is Luke’s father.) “Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace” hit theaters in May of 1999. It was the most anticipated movie of all time, and everybody loved it. For about 15 minutes. Once the rush of watching the first Star Wars movie in nearly two decades wore off, people realized that not even awesome lightsaber fights set to an amazing soundtrack

AGE OF THE GEEK

Travis Fischer could distract away from the fact that the rest of the movie is about an annoying kid, a racist caricature and trade negotiations. Episodes II and III were better, but not by much. Yes, we do get to see the legendary Clone Wars in action and witness the rise and fall of Anakin Skywalker. Unfortunately such grand moments in history were portrayed by the completely unconvincing and wooden performances by Hayden Christensen and Natalie Portman. For 20 years people begged George Lucas to make more Star Wars movies. After the Prequel Trilogy people begged him to stop. Lucas listened. He sold the franchise to Disney in 2012 for $4 billion, most of which he has donated to charity, which almost makes up for Jar Jar Binks. The good news, George Lucas can’t do any more damage to the Star Wars franchise. The bad news, now it’s in Disney’s hands. Immediately after the sale, Disney went to work to make sure that its investment would pay off. No more waiting decades between Star Wars movies. We’ll be getting a new entry in the franchise every year until we are old and gray, starting with “Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens.” Kicking off a whole new era of Star Wars, last year’s Episode VII was the most anticipated movie of all time, and everybody loved it.

For about 15 minutes. Once the rush of watching the first Star Wars movie in a decade wore off, people realized that most of the movie consisted of repeating things that happened in Episode IV and setting up mysteries to be answered in future movies down the line. Which brings us to this week and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Rogue One will be the first in a series of Star Wars anthology movies, telling stand-alone stories from various eras in the Star Wars timeline. In this case, Rogue One tells the story about the rebels who stole the plans to the first Death Star, setting off the chain of events that led to a farm kid meeting two droids and saving the galaxy. In other words, the eighth Star Wars movie will take place after the sixth Star Wars movie and immediately before the first Star Wars movie, which is the fourth episode in the overall saga. Simple, right? Then, next year, we’ll get to see Episode VIII, continuing where Episode VII left off and hopefully telling an original story this time instead of making another homage ridden reunion special. Following that, in 2018, we’ll get a stand-alone movie about a young Han Solo, also set between Episode III and IV. And finally, in 2019, Episode IX will wrap up the first trilogy of the Disney era. And from there it’s anybody’s guess. With Disney in control, Star Wars movies will probably continue for infinity and beyond. (Speaking of which, “Toy Story 4” is also slated for 2019.) Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing and hopes to see an Obi-Wan anthology movie somewhere down the line.

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Long Winter Nights As stated in this space before, I dreamt of a career as a movie director. Despite having learned to call them films instead of movies, I never had the ambition to get a start in that direction. It was the art, not the business, that interested me. The art still fascinates me, and Dawn and I watch a lot of movies. We get them through a Netflix DVD plan. The streaming plan is too limited in selection for a movie nut like me. Like any good enthusiast, I’d like to share some movies we’ve enjoyed so you folks can have something to do while escaping the cold weather. Two-dimensional war makes more sense than the real thing so I really enjoy a good war movie. And if it is a little deeper than good guy versus bad guy and death and destruction, Dawn and I can enjoy war together. “Winter in Wartime” (2008, R for language) is about a teenage boy in Holland who aids an RAF pilot shot down in WWII. Occupied Europe was a place where it was hard to tell collaborators from friends. One is safe during the occupation but vulnerable when the invaders are defeated. It is Dutch with English subtitles, so 19 percent of high school graduates should skip this one. But if you can read, don’t let the subtitles deter you. Europeans naturally have a more nuanced view of war, and we should pay attention. When our son Karl was born, I called my dad and said we named him after The Marx Brothers. “Win-

THE ALTERNATIVE

Fritz Groszkruger ter in Wartime” was as serious and thought provoking as this next one is hilarious. Diversity has become an end in itself, and this list won’t need to move on after this next movie. The Marx Brothers’ “A Night at the Opera” (1935) didn’t need a rating. The Marx Brothers didn’t need to compensate for a lack of imagination with foul language, sex or violence. If you don’t laugh all the way through this one, the coroner is on his way. The country was a third of the way through FDR’s Great Depression and needed this medicine badly. Another great movie from the Depression era is “Tarzan and his Mate” (1934). This one is not rated. It is partially responsible for the advent of movie ratings, however. The violence is shocking, and the partial nudity is artful and beautiful. The violence part is where I would advise parents to be careful with young children. The technology is ancient and amazing for its day. The story is timeless and captivating. Sensitive university students and professors better steer clear. When I was a little kid, I lived

within a good bike ride of Will Rogers State Park. We used to ride up there and watch the millionaires play polo. This next movie is “Judge Priest” (1934, not rated) who is played by Will Rogers. You better see this one quick. The movie is extremely politically incorrect, full of cliches and reserved for those who have a sense of humor. The music is fantastic, the plot complex. The tendency of our society toward being easily offended has poisoned us with cultural handcuffs. Get together with a diverse group and set yourselves free. Dawn spends a lot of time bringing joy to nursing home residents so this next one was particularly dear to us. Be warned, more subtitles. This is a Swedish movie with seven languages. “The 100 Year Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared” (2015 R, some violence) is an adventure that is just fun. Allan doesn’t much like sitting in the nursing home so he leaves. The staff brings in his cake with 100 candles and finds him gone. There’s even some computer-generated content for the younger set. I hope these films (see, I’ve become an elitist) help pass the cold nights a little faster as we head toward spring. Please comment on these columns through a letter to the editor or directly to me at 4selfgovernment@ gmail.com. Between columns I share other “diverse” content on my blog: www.alternativebyfritz.com.

Guest Opinion

From the Chairman – December 2016 By Jeanine Tellin Chairman of the Fayette County Board of Supervisors The Supervisors recently approved the 2017 Designation of Holidays for Fayette County. These dates are set for the employees of Fayette County and when the Fayette County Courthouse is closed for county business. There has been some confusion in the past because the Clerk of Courts and the court system also conduct business out of the Fayette County Courthouse. On certain holidays the Clerk of Courts and the court system are closed and the Fayette County Courthouse is not and vice versa. These are the 2017 dates that the courthouse will be closed for Fayette County employees/business: • New Year’s Day - Monday, Jan. 2 • Presidents Day - Monday, Feb. 20 • Memorial Day - Monday, May 29 • Independence Day - Tuesday, July 4 • Labor Day – Monday, Sept. 4 • Veterans Day – Friday, Nov. 10 • Thanksgiving – Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24 • Christmas – Monday, Dec. 25, and Tuesday, Dec. 26 These are the 2017 dates that the

court system and the Clerk of Courts, whose employees are not county employees but rather State of Iowa employees, will be closed for business in Fayette County: • New Year’s Day - Monday, Jan. 2 • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Monday, Jan. 16 • Memorial Day - Monday, May 29 • Independence Day - Tuesday, July 4 • Labor Day - Monday, Sept. 4 • Veterans Day - Friday, Nov. 10 • Thanksgiving – Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday, Nov. 24 • Christmas – Monday, Dec. 25 Since Jan. 1 is on Sunday, the courthouse will be closed Jan. 2. Veterans Day is Nov. 11, however that day falls on a Saturday so the Fayette County Courthouse will be closed Friday, Nov. 10. Please note also that only Dec. 25 is a scheduled closed date for the Clerk of Courts and the court system. Hope this clears up some of the confusion. These dates are on the Fayette County website or clip and save this article. You may contact me at jtellin@ co.fayette.ia.us On a personal note: Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Guest Opinion

Abolish the Electoral College? By Paul Pate Iowa Secretary of State The people of Iowa once again showed they are among the most civicallyminded in the nation, thanks to their turnout in the 2016 general election. More than 1.58 million Iowans made their voice heard. Iowa’s 72 percent turnout ranks among the top five states in the country for voter participation. I would like to personally thank everyone who took the time to cast a ballot. Increasing voter participation is one of the primary goals of my administration, and while a top five finish is very good, I want Iowa to be number one. On Monday, December 19, the Republican Party of Iowa’s six electors will come to Des Moines to cast our state’s official votes for president and vicepresident of the United States. Similar ceremonies will take place across the country. This action is a necessary step in the official process of selecting our next president. There has been a lot of talk since Election Day, mainly from people upset with the outcome, that we should abolish the Electoral College and select our president through a popular vote. This line of thinking is contrary to what our Founding Fathers envisioned for the United States and enshrined in our U.S. Constitution. They did not construct a pure democracy. The U.S. was designed as a representative republic, giving power to the states, instead of a bloated, centralized federal government. It was Alexander Hamilton, first U.S. secretary of the Treasury, who advocated most strongly for the Electoral College. A national popular vote would render Iowa and most other Midwestern states practically meaningless in the presidential election process. Candidates would no longer campaign here. The Iowa Caucuses would become obsolete. We would never be able to vet the candidates or ask them questions about their stances on the issues most important to us, because the entire focus of their campaigns would be on the most populous cities and states in the country, like New York, California and Texas. Attempts from rural voters to make their voices heard would be futile. The Electoral College requires candidates to appeal to all of America, not just its top population centers. Iowa feeds the world and we deserve to have our issues discussed on a national level. We take our civic duty very seriously in Iowa, from the caucuses all the way to the general election. Thank you to the 1,581,371 of you who cast a ballot.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2016

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PUBLIC RECORDS: WINNESHIEK COUNTY AND FAYETTE COUNTY Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office Dec. 3 Dean Johnson, 37, of Cresco, was arrested at 10:32 a.m. for operating a vehicle without its owner’s consent and transported from the Howard County Jail to the Winneshiek County Jail. Steven Anderson, 39, of Cresco, was arrested at 4:36 a.m. for possession of drug paraphernalia and booked into the Winneshiek County Jail. Fayette County Sheriff’s Office Dec. 4 At approximately 5:55 a.m. the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a single-vehicle accident in the area of 110th Street on Highway 150. Sarah Wallace, 20, of Waterloo, was traveling north on Highway 150 when, due to weather conditions, she lost control of her Buick van and entered the east ditch. Wallace’s vehicle briefly went airborne over a box culvert and came to rest in a creek bed. Wallace was transported to Palmer Hospital in West Union and treated for injuries. Her vehicle is believed to be a total loss. At approximately 2:08 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office received a call of harassment on Juniper Road. After further investigation, deputies were able to make contact with the suspect, James Steven Koester, 53, of West Union. During the investigation, Koester was found to be intoxicated. Koester was arrested for operating while intoxicated - first offense, a serious misdemeanor. Koester was transported to the Fayette County Jail for an initial appearance. At approximately 6:47 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle accident on Highway 150 and 110th Street, approximately four miles south of Fayette. Jacob Michael Lamphere, 24, of Waterloo, was driving a 1993 Chevrolet K1500 northbound when his vehicle failed to stop due to weather conditions and struck the rear of the vehicle of Amanda Lynn Lamphere, 22, of Maynard, who was driving a 2014 Jeep Patriot Sport. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles received over $1,500 in damage. At approximately 6:31 a.m., the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office received a call of a vehicle in the ditch on Kornhill Road and Grannis Road, approximately two miles east of Fayette. Timothy Wayne Jessen, 35, of Arizona, was driving a 2006 Nissan Altima westbound when he lost control of his vehicle and went into the ditch. It was determined that the accident was weather related, and no injuries were reported. There was approximately $1,500 in damage. At approximately 4:53 a.m., the sheriff’s office received a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 150 near 210th Street. Upon arrival, a deputy located a blue 2000 Ford Explorer on its side and in the ditch. Deputies did not locate anyone in or around the vehicle. The driver, 56-year-old Daniel Hernandez, of West Union, later reported the accident. There were no injuries, and the vehicle sustained approximately $5,000 in damage. Hernandez was cited for no valid driver’s license. Fayette County Court Civil Petitioner Dalton David Lenz, Oelwein, and Respondent Chantele Thompson, Jesup, order setting trial Petitioner Nascha Mahoney, Oelwein, and Respondent Jaide Donald Schultz, Oelwein, motion for continuance Petitioner State of Iowa Ex Rel versus Richard Alan Butterfield, Oelwein, and Paul W. Morris II, Oelwein, petition filed Chase Home Finance LLC versus Joan Marie Crawford et al., order setting trial Meredith Michelle Harper, Duane Eu-

gene Harper and Victoria Harper Halversen versus Upper Iowa University, motion for continuance First National Bank of Omaha versus Rex Allen Brewer and Betsy Marie Clark, order for judgment Burco Farms versus Leading Edge Ag, LLC, petition filed Veridian Credit Union versus Kelly Anne Egan and Joshua James Levendusky, petition filed Small Claims Capital One Bank USA versus Angela Marie Franzen, Clermont, order for judgment K&A Farm Equipment, Strawberry Point, and Kenneth Lynn Althoff, Strawberry Point, versus Andrew Boyer, Hawkeye Midland Funding LLC, Cedar Rapids, versus Cody William Bushaw, Arlington, order for judgment Tri-State Adjustments, Inc., La Crosse, Wis., versus John Paul Bollman, West Union, order for judgment Discover Bank, Golden Valley, Minn., versus Ronald Craig Dean, Oelwein, order for judgment Midland Funding LLC, Cedar Rapids, versus Teresa Lou Morgan, Oelwein, order for judgment Rebecca Joy White, Clermont, and Leslie Russell White, Clermont, versus Dawn Michelle Fernette, Hawkeye, order for judgment M Five LLC, West Union, and DEW Investments, West Union, versus Jordan Nicole Nehl, Maynard, dismissed with prejudice City of Waukon versus Holly Marie Pfister, Elgin, order for judgment City of Waukon versus Brenda L. Nichols, Clermont, original notice Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, Waterloo, versus William Jerome Gibbs, Oelwein, original notice Tri-State Adjustments, Inc., La Crosse, Wis., versus Lorna Koecke, Oelwein, and Roger Koecke, Oelwein, original notice Midland Funding LLC, Cedar Rapids, versus Ronald Craig Dean, Oelwein, original notice Midland Funding LLC, Cedar Rapids, versus Mariah Schulmeister, Independence, original notice Midland Funding LLC, Cedar Rapids, versus Bradley Wayne Kleppe, Maynard, original notice First National Bank of Omaha versus Ryan James Dehaven, Oelwein, original notice Midwest Collision Centers Ins., Oelwein, versus Progressive Insurance, original notice M Five LLC, West Union, versus Kayci Marie Danielle Hahn, Arlington, original notice (x2) Steve Gabriel, Oelwein, versus Jodie Wakeford, Oelwein, original notice Steve Gabriel, Oelwein, versus Jodie Wakeford, Oelwein, original notice MM Finance, LLC versus David J. Overton, Oelwein, original notice BankIowa, Independence, versus Scott William Dilley, Elgin, original notice OWI Melisa Kay Pullin, Waterloo, order of disposition, OWI – first offense, deferred judgment, $1,250 civil penalty, 12 months no supervision Joseph Gene Daughton, Clermont, written plea of guilty Roger Alan Dale, Independence, order of disposition, OWI – first offense, deferred judgment, $1,250 civil penalty, 12 months no supervision Paul Thomas Douglas, Fayette, order of arraignment Mason Joseph Meyer, Oelwein, order of arraignment James Steven Koester, West Union, criminal complaint, hearing for initial ap-

pearance Criminal Jeremiah Cannon Young, Elgin, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, domestic abuse assault/display or use weapon – first offense, 90 days in jail with 83 days suspended, $650 fine suspended, two years of probation, DNA requirement Skylar Joseph Buhr, Oelwein, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, domestic abuse assault – second offense, 180 days in jail with 178 days suspended, $625 fine suspended, two years of probation Todd Michael Hannan, Fairbank, motion for continuance Joshua Michael Hammer, Independence, order of disposition, driving while barred, 90 days in jail with 83 days suspended, $625 fine suspended, one year of probation James Melvin Rudolph, Oelwein, order of arraignment Justin Neal Schoultz, Oelwein, order of arraignment Matthew Steven Point, Fayette, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appearance George Eugene McNeese, Harper’s Ferry, order of disposition, violation of probation, probation revoked Coby Alan Euans, Oelwein, order of disposition, violation of probation, probation revoked Benito Alejandro Trevino, Oelwein, probation revocation Jared Joseph Hill, Oelwein, probation revocation Victor Raymond Childers, Aurora, order setting trial Forrest Shane Bamford, Oelwein, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, controlled substance violation, 10 years in prison, $1,000 fine suspended Dennis Lee Weaver, Oelwein, motion for continuance Anthony Andrew Ledesma, Calmar, motion for continuance Ryian Tyler Curtis, Oelwein, order of disposition, assault causing injury, 60 days in jail with 58 days suspended, $625 fine suspended, two years self probation David John Perry, Hazleton, order setting trial Dakota Wayne Williams, Oelwein, order of arraignment Cory Monroe Johnson, West Union, motion for continuance Shawn Aaron Louis Rocha, Oelwein, order of arraignment Ryan Zachery Martin, Oelwein, trial information, order for arraignment Jordan Nicole Nehl, Maynard, trial information, order for arraignment Justin Kyle Greene, Oelwein, order of arraignment Seth Lee Rohrick, Oelwein, arrest warrant, hearing for initial appearance Johnny Eric Ketelson, Oelwein, criminal complaint (x2), hearing for initial appearance Amanda Kay Hallberg, Waterloo, criminal complaint Forrest Shane Bamford, Oelwein, motion to dismiss, written plea of guilty Jeremiah Cannon Young, Elgin, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, violation of no contact/protective order – contempt, seven days in jail Jade Marie McAllister, Oelwein, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, possession of drug paraphernalia, $65 fine, community service Donald Eugene Latham, Oelwein, order of disposition, public intoxication, $150 fine, four days in jail with three days suspended and one day time served Steven Allen Minor, Fayette, order setting trial, hearing for initial appearance David John Perry, Hazleton, written plea of guilty Page Raylene Keune, Clermont,

hearing for initial appearance Jeramy John Warren, Oelwein, order of disposition, possession of drug paraphernalia, $65 fine David Joseph Kane, Oelwein, motion for continuance Mariann Elizabeth Bennett, Oelwein, order setting trial Regina M. Latham, Oelwein, order of disposition, theft – fifth degree, $65 fine, four days in jail with three days suspended and one day time served Omar Hernandez Morales, Fayette, order setting trial Seth Lee Rohrick, Oelwein, arrest warrant, hearing for initial appearance Dianna Renee Jones Johnson, Oelwein, order of disposition, violation of compulsory education/mediation agreement, $100 fine Gary David Johnson, Oelwein, order of disposition, violation of compulsory education/mediation agreement, $100 fine Barbara Bernadette Swaggerty, Arlington, hearing for initial appearance, order setting trial Cheyenne Marie Brase, Oelwein, criminal complaint Melissa Arlene Hennings, West Union, criminal complaint Matthew Steven Point, Fayette, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appearance Tyler John Kelly, Mechanicsville, criminal complaint Cathy Lynn Wright, Oelwein, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appearance Nathaniel Jeffery Rohrick, Oelwein, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appearance Seth Lee Rohrick, Oelwein, criminal complaint, hearing for initial appearance Alanda Nevelle Starkey, Waterloo, criminal complaint (x2), hearing for initial appearance Sean David Reisner, Oelwein, order of disposition, violation of probation, 30 days in jail with credit for time previously served Clorisa Lynn Dailey, Oelwein, motion for continuance Quintin Alan Recker, Strawberry Point, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, possession of controlled substance (marijuana) – first offense, deferred judgment, 12 months no supervision, $315 civil penalty suspended Nicholas Michel Spratt, Sr., Oelwein, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, driving while license under suspension, two days in jail Mitchell Ray Tehel, Sumner, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, public intoxication – second offense, 60 days in jail with 56 days suspended, $315 fine, two years with no supervision Forrest Shane Bamford, Oelwein, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, false report of indictable offense to public entity, 365 days in jail, $3,150 fine Samantha Lei Wisniewski, Strawberry Point, hearing for initial appearance David Lee Kleppe, Ossian, written plea of guilty, order of disposition, public intoxication – second offense, $65 fine Justin Neal Schoultz, Oelwein, motion for continuance Derrick James Roffman, West Union, motion for continuance Sam Justin Cook, Oelwein, order of disposition, disorderly conduct/fighting or violent behavior, two days in jail Joshua Joel Gyorko, Hawkeye, order of arraignment Michael Malvern Miller, Oelwein, order of arraignment Kinte Lee Smith, Postville, order for arraignment, trial information Dakota Andrew Veber, Oelwein, arrest warrant, hearing for initial appearance Tyler John Kelly, Mechanicsville, criminal complaint

2 Arrested in Fort Atkinson The Winneshiek County Sheriff’s Office has released the names of two individuals arrested after search warrants were executed in Fort Atkinson. The sheriff’s office executed multiple search warrants Dec. 7 with two subjects arrested and taken to the Winneshiek County Jail. Steven Lundtvedt was arrested on two possession of controlled substance third or subsequent (methamphetamine and marijuana) and was also served with a probation violation warrant. Teresa Geerts was arrested and charged with two possession of controlled substance charges (methamphetamine and marijuana) and forgery. This case remains under investigation. PUBLIC NOTICE City of Calmar OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF CALMAR CALMAR CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER 5, 2016 Mayor Keith Frana called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. at the Calmar Fire Station. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Present were: Schissel, Sabelka, Kirkeberg, Ondrashek and Kleve. There were no comments or questions from the public. Ron Bullerman was present on behalf of the Calmar Development Corp. to request the city cost share the bike trail/ditch project expenses along 175th. Street. The total bill was $9,122.50 and they are requesting the city to pay half of that amount. Members questioned if the trail would connect to the Dollar General property. Calmar Development stated they are in communication with Dollar General to make that happen. After some discussion a motion was made by Schissel, seconded by Ondrashek to contribute $4,000 to the cost of the project. Aye: Sabelka, Schissel, Ondrashek and Kirkeberg. Nay: Kleve. Motion carried. Motion by Kirkeberg, second by Sabelka to approve the consent agenda (agenda, minutes of November 7, 3016, clerk/treasurer reports and claims for November 2016). Aye: Kleve, Sabelka, Schissel, Kirkeberg and Ondrashek. Motion carried. Claims November 2016 Acentek, internet sewer plant ..................29.95 Alliant Energy, electricity......................9074.42 Baker Concrete, concrete depot ..........2800.00 Black Hills Energy, natural gas ..............393.39 Bodensteiner Impl, brush broom snow ..649.45 Calmar Fire Dept, trailer ......................2350.00 Calmar Motors, service charger ..............35.70 Center Point Lg. Prin, books....................86.28 Centurylink, telephone service ..............404.89 City Laundry, uniform.............................146.00 CNS Surety, bond ..................................378.45 Croell Redi Mix, concrete fs.................2551.50 Culligan, seasonal service .......................52.50 Data Technologies, license fee and support fee ................3580.89 Decorah Chevrolet, hose .........................38.92 Decorah Tire, tires explorer ...................552.60 Demco, supplies ....................................127.01 Des Moines Stamp, stamp pd .................34.70 Ebsco, subscription renewals ................338.02 Farmers Union Co-O, pd fuel ................412.86 Fastenal, supplies....................................37.61 Henry Freks Sons, sealant ....................986.00 Heying Lumber, supplies .......................333.92 Huber's Store, parts.................................17.96 IMWCA, audit premium .........................751.00 Ingram, books ........................................230.75 IRS, taxes ............................................6384.12 Iowa One Call, monthly fee service .........23.40 Iowa Prison Industri, sign ........................30.20 Iowa Pump Works, check pump parts ...............................2343.98 Iowa Rural Water, dues .........................225.00 IPERS, IPERS .....................................3964.54 Iroc Web Design, services .....................405.00 John Deere Financi, supplies ................330.20 Keystone Labs, testing ............................12.00 Kwik Star, fuel ........................................536.24 Linda Crossland, reimburse...................431.90 Malcolm Ent, garbage..........................6141.71 Martin Flag, flags rock .........................1386.11 Marv Smith Elec, bulbs library ...............723.24 Michele Elsbernd, mileage ....................129.60 Micromarketing, books ..........................116.33 Mid-America Publis, publishing .............199.26 Mike Vsetecka, poles and sleeves ......2158.00 Municipal Pipe, clean storm drains ........573.00 Napa, supplies .........................................51.07 Postmaster, permit and send bills..........365.27 Postville Vet Clinic, ship samples ............13.25 Quality Inn, room sorenson freedom roc ..........................................504.00 Reilly Const, lathe....................................50.00 Rick Zahasky, services ........................1105.40 Rite Price, copier supplies toner contr ..........................................2516.40 S & B Const., final payment cdbg elsbernd.............14966.00 Sandry Fire, hose fd ..............................657.37 Skyline, invoice less Kovarik ...............4680.40 Sorenson Studios, paint mileage labor paint ....................5338.87 Treas State IA, taxes ...........................1065.00 TrueNorth, fd accidental insurance ........359.10 US Cellular, phone.................................561.77 Val Elsbernd, reimburse ho contrib......2000.00 Walmart Comm, supplies ......................301.35 Wellmark, premium..............................4806.92 Wiltgen Consst, labor and material......2530.50

Wiltgen Mfg, repair work ........................233.05 Payroll November ..............................18544.77 Total ................................................113159.09 Expenses by fund General ..............................................73585.01 Road Use.............................................8302.99 Benefits................................................3809.72 Water .................................................15053.41 Sewer ................................................12407.96 Total ................................................113159.09 Revenue by fund General ..............................................71126.92 Road Use...........................................10910.38 Benefits................................................1614.73 Emergency ............................................246.79 Lost ....................................................13528.78 Debt Service ........................................1851.25 Water .................................................18260.53 Sewer ................................................29797.66 Total ................................................147337.04

Kris Lynch, Election Worker...................155.00 Diann Marten, Meeting ..........................155.00 Sharon Mashek, Election Worker ..........160.52 Suzanne Matter, Election Worker ..........164.86 Jody Meyer, Election Worker .................155.00 Jeanette Miller, Election Worker ............160.46 Alice Myers, Election Worker.................161.44 Marilyn Newhouse, Election Worker......201.28 North Winneshiek CSD, Election Rent ....50.00 Peter Olafsen, Election Worker .............145.04 Rebecca Olafsen, Election Worker........122.50 Marlene Pins, Election Worker ..............160.00 Rae Jean Rathje, Election Worker ........157.50 Madonna Reisner, Election Worker .......160.00 Lois Ruff, Election Worker .....................155.23 Jeanne Schlick-Ruiz, Election Worker...168.08 Joanne Schroeder, Election Worker ......160.00 Shelby County Auditor, Equipment ........200.00 Mark Simmonds, Election Worker .........157.50 Sonja Sola, Election Worker ..................155.00 Rebecca Steines, Election Worker ........174.72 Meg Storkamp, Election Worker ............155.00 JoAnn Thorsten, Election Worker ............92.50 Karen Van Der Maaten Lori Burr, Election Worker ......................................95.00 Rosemary Vopava, Election worker.......160.00 Adrian Walter, Election Worker ..............155.00 Marlene Wenthold, Election Worker ......160.46 Patricia Wiest, Election Worker .............165.52 Bronwyn Wilson, Election Worker .........167.62 Winn Co Sheriff, Sheriff Fees ................180.75

Decorah Ace Hardware, Supplies............79.98 Decorah Newspapers, Publications.........12.33 Dick's Petroleum Co, Services ..............349.00 Doug Egeland Tiling, Services...............591.50 Hawkeye REC, Utilities........................1096.17 Farm Plan, Supplies ..............................248.59 K Construction, Services .....................4268.00 Liebovich Steel, Supplies ....................1254.92 Martin Equipment of IA/IL, Inc, Supplies ................................................611.56 Perry Novak Electric, Inc, Services .......570.00 PJGreufe & Associates, Services ..........437.50 Spahn & Rose Lumber, Materials ..........157.47 SYNCB/Amazon, Supplies ......................63.84 Treasurer State of Iowa, Court Expenses ......................................35.00 University of Iowa Grant Accou, Services ..............................................1505.00 US Cellular, Cell Service .........................41.70 Van Diest Supply Company, Supplies .....75.10 Verizon Wireless, Cell Service.............1837.75 Winneshiek Medical Center, Services ...131.00

Mayor Frana opened the public hearing on the proposed development agreement with Farmers Union Cooperative. There were no written or oral comments and the hearing was closed. Motion by Ondrashek, second by Schissel to approve Resolution #554 approving the Development Agreement with Farmers Union Cooperative, authorizing annual appropriation tax increment payments and pledging certain tax increment revenues to the payment of the agreement. Aye: Kleve, Sabelka, Schissel, Ondrashek and Kirkeberg. Motion carried. Don Wurtzel, Economic Development Director stated that Farmers Union is having issues with the railroad and are looking at drawing up a new site plan and other possible options. Motion by Schissel, second by Kleve to approve Resolution # 553 setting a public hearing to consider vacation of city street and alley and the conveyance of the city street and alley for the City of Calmar. Aye: Kleve, Schissel, Ondrashek, Kirkeberg and Sabelka. Motion carried. Council set the date for the January meeting as Tuesday, January 3, 2016, at 5:30 p.m. at the Calmar Fire Station. T.J. Schissel presented the monthly Fire Department Report. There were 4 calls and they held their monthly training and meeting night with 79 hours of volunteer community service in November. Chief Joe Ward presented his monthly Police Department Report. He stated that there were a lot of animal calls during the month. He brought up the issue of dogs and discussed a possible ordinance change regarding charging for the pickup and holding of these animals. He stated that he will be linking the Calmar police computer to the Winneshiek County/Decorah system and again discussed the in car computer. The state wants to come up and install the soft wear. Chief Ward will check into this and advise the council of his findings. He also checked into an electronic speed sign. A grant to ICAP has been submitted to pay part of the cost of this sign. The Street Department Report was presented by Junior Boyer. He stated he and Matt had done a walk thru with the DOT and has a small list of items that will need to be fixed/completed in the spring. Items parked in the alleys were discussed and parking during snow removal was also discussed. A bill will be submitted for the water main break at Main and Webster. Junior stated that the Calmar Community Club would be paying for the flags along the North parking lot. Matt Bullerman presented the water/wastewater report. He stated that the lift station pumps had all been checked with only a few gaskets to be replaced. The planned jetting of sewer lines has also been completed with no problems found. Don Wurtzel stated that we would be working on completing the paper work to get the tax abatement program active before spring. Mayor Frana had nothing to report. Motion by Schissel, second by Ondrashek to appoint Richard Wede to the Calmar Library Board. Aye: Kleve, Schissel, Sabelka, Ondrashek and Kirkeberg. Motion carried. Motion by Kleve, second by Schissel to adjourn. Aye: Kleve, Sabelka, Schissel, Ondrashek and Kirkeberg. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m. ATTEST: Keith Frana, Mayor Michele Elsbernd, City Clerk Published in the Calmar Courier, on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE Winneshiek County OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MONDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2016 The Board of Supervisors met at 9:30 a.m. on November 28, 2016, with all members present. Moved by Ashbacher and seconded by Kuhn to open the public hearing on the proposed budget amendment. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Ben Steines, County Auditor, reviewed the amendment requests submitted by the various county departments. No written or verbal comments were received. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Kuhn to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Beard to adopt resolutions 17-15 and 17-16, adopting the budget amendment as published and appropriating the funds to the various departments. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Complete budget and appropriation resolution will be on file in the County Auditor’s office. Lee Bjerke, county Engineer, met with the Board to discuss road matters. The Board reviewed the bid for the Trout Run Road repaving project. They will consider the bid again at a future meeting. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Beard to adopt resolution 17-17 authorizing a cashflow loan of $75,000 from the General Fund to the Secondary Road Fund. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Jon Lubke, GIS Coordinator, met with the Board to introduce Steve Smith, the applicant to which the Board offered the IT Director position. Smith expressed his appreciation for the job offer and requested the Board consider an accelerated vacation accrual schedule if he accepted the position. He requested to start at the two weeks per year accrual, move to the three weeks per year accrual after four years, and then move to the four weeks per year accrual after eight years. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Beard to approve the request by Smith. Motion carried unanimously. Smith will contact the Board to accept the position after discussions with his current employer. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Beard to approve the consent agenda which includes the minutes of the last meeting, the claims filed with the Board, and the Class C with outdoor and Sunday sales liquor license for South Winn Golf

and Country Club. Motion carried unanimously. John Halverson, Maintenance Supervisor, met with the Board to review the applicants for the part-time at-will position for his department and to review his FY18 budget. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Thompson to approve the hire of Dennis Sersland and Scott Lyons to the parttime positions. Motion carried unanimously. Doug Groux, county Sanitarian, met with the Board to review his FY18 budget. Tony Phillips, P&Z and Flood Plain Administrator, met with the Board to review his FY18 budget. Sean Snyder, Emergency Management Coordinator, met with the Board to review his FY18 budget and to give an update on the FEMA home buy-out program. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Ashbacher to open the public hearing on the proposed transfer of a lot in Ossian to the adjoining property owner. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Moved by Thompson and seconded by Ashbacher to adopt resolution 17-18 authorizing the transfer of the lot to Anthony and Marilyn Brincks by quit claim deed. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Logsdon will sign the quit claim deed which will be on file in the county Recorder’s office. Andy Van Der Maaten, County Attorney, met with the Board to discuss county issues. Thompson was absent for the remainder of the meeting. Moved by Kuhn and seconded by Ashbacher to adjourn to 9:30 a.m. Monday, December 5, 2016. Motion carried unanimously. ATTEST Benjamin D Steines County Auditor John Logsdon, Chairman Board of Supervisors Claims 11-28-2016 General Basic Fund Alice Abbott, Mileage .............................307.60 Alliant Energy, Utilities .........................1682.59 Black Hills Energy, Natural Gas Service..................................................791.84 Calmar Motors, Services .........................61.65 Casper Plumbing & Heating, Inc, Repairs .................................................150.00 CEC, Services .....................................4233.09 CenturyLink, E911 Service ....................960.00 John Christopherson, Mileage ...............324.62 Connor Appraisal, LLC, Services.........1200.00

Ricardo DeLaRosa, Mileage..................221.82 Fareway Stores, Supplies......................260.28 Leslie Goedken, Reimbursement ............19.02 Sis Greiman, Registration........................45.00 Hacker Nelson & Co, Audit ................12000.00 Hawkeye REC, Utilities........................1004.85 Hawkeye Sanitation, Inc, Services ......1528.60 Hovden Oil Co, Fuel ............................2610.42 IA St Sheriffs & Deputies Assn, Registration ..........................................300.00 Iowa Law Enforcement Academy, Registration ..........................................270.00 Farm Plan, Supplies ................................76.82 Brenda Johnson, Mileage ........................46.46 KDEC Radio, Advertising.......................100.00 Dr. Kevin Locke, Services........................75.00 David Mason, Legal Services ................110.00 Mississippi Welders, Supplies .................14.04 NE Iowa RSVP Program, Appropriation ......................................3750.00 Steven Nesvik, Reimbursement ............246.68 Ben Pfile, Reimbursement .....................692.58 Pictometry International Corp, License Agreement .............................1650.00 Pitney Bowes, Services .......................2000.00 PJGreufe & Associates, Services ........1500.00 Quill.com, Supplies ..................................48.38 Ricoh USA Inc, Maintenance Agreement.......................343.79 Solutions, Services ..................................25.88 SYNCB/Amazon, Supplies ....................598.03 Thrifty White Pharmacy, Services..........160.96 Tri-State Home Inspections LLC, Services ................................................525.00 Sandra Underbakke, Reimbursement .....37.95 US Cellular, Cell Service .......................251.28 Verizon Wireless, Cell Service.............1998.95 Wayne Walter, Reimbursement ...............20.15 Francis Wenthold, Mileage ......................55.20 Winn Co Treasurer, Services ...............5724.72 Winneshiek Medical Center, Services ...225.00 General Basic Public Health Ability Networks Inc, Services ...............292.00 Honeywell HomMed, Equipment ...........165.00 Laerdal Medical Corporation, Supplies..350.75 Luther College, Services .........................97.69 NE IA Comm Action Corp, Services ........70.00 POC Network Technologies, Services ...415.50 Ricoh USA Inc, Maintenance Agreement.......................202.88 Storey Kenworthy, Supplies...................181.91

Verizon Wireless, Cell Service...............262.10 Winneshiek Medical Center, Services ...880.00 General Supplemental Fund Cynthia Albers, Election Worker ............167.30 Anna Anderson, Election Worker...........157.50 Phyllis Arendt, Election Worker .............158.42 Cathryn Baldner, Election Worker .........160.10 Connie Barclay, Election Worker ...........157.50 John Barclay, Election Worker ...............157.50 Pat Billiet, Election Worker ......................95.00 Ruth Bily, Election Worker .....................194.58 Janice Bjerke, Election Worker..............137.50 Annette Bohr-Wiltgen, Election Worker ....................................160.46 Collyn Bridges, Election Worker ............160.00 Calmar Lutheran Church, Election Rent ..50.00 Shirley Carolan, Election Worker...........156.84 Jean Carter, Election Worker...................85.00 City of Decorah, Services ........................50.00 City of Ossian, Utilities.............................50.00 City of Ridgeway, Utilities ........................50.00 Deborah Daskam, Election Worker .......176.10 Betty Davie, Election Worker .................157.50 Mary Eileen Devine Meyer, Election Worker ....................................165.00 Sean Devine Meyer, Election Worker ....156.90 Pat Downs, Election Worker ..................157.50 Robert Drew, Election Worker ...............175.38 Nancy Eichinger, Election Worker ...........80.00 Alice Elsbernd, Election Worker ............155.00 Joyce Epperly, Election Worker ...............92.50 First Lutheran Church, Election Rent ......50.00 Fort Atkinson Community Center, Election Rent ..........................................50.00 Marcia Fox, Election Worker .................167.30 John Fretham, Election Worker ...............92.50 Cosette Goetsch, Election Worker ........166.04 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Election Rent ........................................100.00 John Hess, Election Worker ..................166.44 Betty Hoff, Election Worker ...................155.00 Pat Humpal, Election Worker ................162.76 Andy Johnson, Election Worker ..............92.50 Eileen Kipp, Election Worker .................164.60 Craig Kitchen, Election Worker..............157.50 Laura Lechtenberg, Election Worker .....165.00 Patricia Lien, Election Worker ...............185.24 Charles Lore, Election Worker...............169.80 Elaine Lore, Election Worker .................155.00 Diane Lovstuen, Election Worker ..........166.04 Joan Lubke, Election Worker.................165.78

Rural Services Basic Fund Alliant Energy, Utilities .............................16.80 Daniel Beard, Meeting .............................45.00 Louis Courtney, Meeting ..........................45.00 IEHA, Membership ..................................80.00 James Ludeking, Meeting........................45.00 Tony Meyer, Meeting ...............................45.00 Rick Monson, Meeting .............................45.00 Verizon Wireless, Cell Service...............104.10 J Wayne Wicks, Meeting .........................45.00 Winn Co Landfill, Fees ..........................445.55 Secondary Road Fund Alliant Energy, Utilities .........................1035.13 Aramark Uniform Services, Services .....872.13 Black Hills Energy, Natural Gas Service..91.05 Brennan Construction Co, Construction .......................................3249.50 Class C Solutions Group, Parts .............315.03 Collective Data, Services.....................1799.25

Co Conserv Capital Improv Fund Copyland, Services..................................12.20 County Assessor Agency Fund Ricoh USA Inc, Maintenance Agreement.......................115.54 Vanguard Appraisals, Services ..........50611.50 Verizon Wireless, Cell Service.................62.05 Weis Buick GMC, Services....................187.10 E911 Surcharge Fund CenturyLink, E911 Service ....................335.93 Emergency Management Comm Napa Auto Parts, Parts ..........................195.98 Racom Corporation, Services..................24.20 Sean Snyder, Reimbursment...................90.00 SYNCB/Amazon, Supplies ....................168.40 Verizon Wireless, Cell Service...............130.08 Winneshiek Co Health Ins Fund Midwest Group Benefits, Fees ................92.25 SISCO, Insurance..............................10207.67 Grand Total ......................................145649.99 Published in the Calmar Courier, on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016

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TV Geography Bee Winners Announced Bode Balk took first place while Olivia Drilling and Alison Leibold captured second and third places in the National Geographic Bee at Turkey Valley Nov. 30. The event was open to grades 4-8 and was hosted by Leslie Raymond and Jackie Hageman. Balk, a fifth grader, will advance to the next level of competition. He is the son of Doug and Karen Balk. The next level consists of a written examination used to determine state

competitors. The national champion will win a $50,000 college scholarship at the national competition held in Washington, D.C. in May. The winners received atlases provided by

Insurance Associates of Lawler and Barnes & Noble gift cards provided by the Turkey Valley Education Foundation. The TVEF also paid for the school’s entry fee into the bee.

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TURKEY VALLEY Junior Nicole Panos, the daughter of Lynn Panos and Melissa Shanks, is this week’s Trojan of the Week. She was nominated by Amanda Lawless Anderson, school counselor. “Nicole is an amazing young lady that demonstrates a kind heart to many of our students,” said Anderson. “She has PANOS reached out to students on a regular basis encouraging them to be involved in our student body and activities. Nicole has a pleasant disposition and connects well with her peers.” Panos is involved in a variety of activities including softball, basketball cheerleading, football cheerleading and YODA (Youth Opposed to Drugs and Alcohol). She also stays busy working at the FastMart in Protivin, babysitting, going to the races, snowmobiling and spending time with friends and family.

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Kyke Lutkenhaus is celebrating his young 80th birthday Dec. 20, 2016. He will celebrate with family. Cards may be sent to P.O. Box 55, Calmar, IA 52132.

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TV Clovers Ready for Christmas ABOVE: The Turkey Valley Clovers 4-H Club had its December meeting Sunday, Dec. 4. Members wrapped presents for their adopted family and went caroling. Pictured here are (front row, l-r): Ruby Timp, Jadriene Langreck, William Timp and Brady Blong; middle row: Kendric Langreck, Megan Blong, Jessica Timp, Kaitlyn Schroeder, Bode Balk and Bree Balk; back row: Jenna Schmitt, Savannah Solheim, Emily Luzum, Amy Schmitt, Brooke Herold and Jessica Schmitt. Photos courtesy Kay Schmitt RIGHT: Pictured are Savannah Solheim and Kaitlyn Schroeder.

Hawkeye REC, of Cresco, will officially merge with Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TEC), of Rushford, Minn., to become MiEnergy Cooperative Jan. 1, 2017. The new name and its spelling reference the joining of a Minnesota (M) cooperative and an Iowa (i) cooperative. The name, pronounced with a long I, also demonstrates the ownership by individual members – MiEnergy is “my energy cooperative.” Members have seen gradual signs of the official merger date approaching. Vehicles, clothing and outdoor signs have been rebranded. “Our commitment to our members has never been stronger,” said Brian Krambeer, president/CEO of both cooperatives. “The purpose of this merger is to make two strong electric cooperatives even stronger and better prepared for the future.” Directors, staff and employees have been working since April to ensure a smooth transition. “You will still be able to stop by the local office to ask a question,” said Krambeer. “We will continue to have employees answering and routing your calls during normal business hours, not an automated attendant.”

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Public Meetings Dec. 13 Conservation Board, 5:30 p.m., Winneshiek County Courthouse Zoning Commission, 7:30 p.m., 400 Claiborne Dr., Decorah Dec. 14 Board of Health, 3 p.m., 305 Montgomery St., Decorah

Dec. 19 Fayette County Board of Supervisors, 9 a.m., Fayette County Courthouse Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors, 9:30 a.m., Second Floor – Winneshiek County Courthouse Dec. 20 Commission of Veterans Affairs

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Meeting, 1:30 p.m., Winneshiek County Courthouse Dec. 27 Fayette County Board of Supervisors, 9 a.m., Fayette County Courthouse Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors, 9:30 a.m., Second Floor – Winneshiek County Courthouse

Dec. 13, 4-H New Member Night, 6 p.m., St. Benedict Parish Hall, Decorah Dec. 17, 4-H/FFA Beef Weigh-in, 8 a.m., Decorah Sales Commission Dec. 19, 4-H Youth Development Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Dec. 20, Private Pesticide Applicator Training, 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., NICC Dairy Center, Calmar Dec., 23, Dec. 26, Office Closed, Extension Office, Fayette Dec. 28, Drone Discovery Youth Day Camp, 10:30 a.m., Decorah Public Library Dec. 29, 4-H Opportunities Beyond the County Workshop, 1 p.m., Extension Office, Decorah Dec. 29, County 4-H Council Meeting, 10 a.m., Extension Office, Fayette Dec. 30, 4-H Night at UIU Basketball, 6 p.m., Dorman Gymnasium, Upper Iowa University

Thank You

The family of Paul Gerleman would like to thank everyone for the visits, cards, food, flowers, condolences, kind thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We would especially like to thank all the staff at Aase Haugen Senior Services for all their great care. Thank you to Rev. Robert Gross and the St. Al’s choir for their services. The August Circle for serving the meal. A special thanks to Schluter-Balik Funeral Home for their excellent services. Rita Gerleman Floyd, Duane, Kevin, Karen, Loren, Susan, Bruce and their families

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SW Returns 5 Letter Winners

SW Boys See Changes the return of seniors including Nathan Ward, Nate Kuennen, Joel Hanson and Conner Hemesath. Ward, Kuennen and Hanson are returning letter winners for the Warriors. Promising newcomers include Hunter Todd, Levi Lukes and Brennan Holthaus.

The 2016/17 South Winneshiek girls team includes (front row, l-r): Lexi Bohr, Abby Hageman, Taylor Buchheit, Olivia Massman and MaKayla Hageman; back row: Allison Walz, Jaden Schweinefus, Tiffany Riehle, Christina Nesvik and Gracie Schmitt. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink

Pictured are (front row, l-r): Hunter Todd, Nate Kuennen, Brennan Holthaus and Nathan Ward; back row: Coach Joel Hageman, Lucas Feltz, Conner Hemesath, Levi Lukes and Josh Lensing. Not pictured: Joel Hanson, Cole Phillips, Ben Hageman and Cole Klimesh. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink

By Michael Hohenbrink Editor South Winneshiek boys basketball looks different than it did a year ago. With nine seniors lost to graduation, substantial turnover has taken place for the Warriors. Giving some continuity will be

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By Michael Hohenbrink Editor South Winneshiek returns five letter winners as the team gets into the swing of a new season. Returning talent includes senior Abby Hageman and junior Jaden Schweinefus, both of whom received Honorable Mention All Conference.

Last year, South Winneshiek finished second in the conference with a loss in the first round to North Fayette Valley. The Warriors are coached by Joel Hageman in his second year as head coach and Tom Bushman in his second year as assistant.

Both are returning letter winners along with senior Christina Nesvik, junior Taylor Buchheit and junior Lexi Bohr. Coach Steve Hoffert also named as players to watch juniors Allison Walz and Tiffany Riehle. As a concern, Hoffert noted lack of depth. While the team boasts its return-

ing letter winners, experience is lacking otherwise. Turkey Valley and Kee are the teams to watch for the conference this season, said Hoffert. “Each season brings a new challenge for every team at every level,” said Hoffert. “Our biggest challenge will be overcoming our lack of experience.”

South Winn JV Girls Pictured are (front row, l-r): Sarah Hertges, Mary Conway, Jenna Knutson, Ashley Kriener, Katelyn Heying and Emily Nicholls; back row: Vanessa Hageman, Shira Hageman, Allanda Kriener, Liz Tieskoetter, Kaitlyn Theis, Sadie McGee, ZeAnna Phillips and Manager Julissa Elsbernd. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink

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Pictured are (front row, l-r): Dawson Huinker, Logan Schnuelle, Zach Poshusta, Felicity Taylor, Gabe Sadler, Jacob Michels, Jacob Ling and Kale Euans; back row: Luke Massman, Lane Schnuelle, Manning Kuboushek, Gabe Kipp, Braxton Smith, Jackson Lukes,Tanner Tollefsrud and Tayton Bullerman. Not pictured: Steven Moore, Rodney Schwartzhoff and Seth Greve. Photo by Michael Hohenbrink

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boasts returning seniors Jacob Ling, Lane Schnuelle and Luke Massman. Returning letter winners include Massman, Schnuelle and Ling as well as Felicity Taylor, Tayton Bullerman, Kuboushek, Schwartzhoff, Jackson Lukes, Gabe Kipp, Steven Moore and Tanner Tollefsrud. Graduation cost the Warriors Landers Kuboushek and Anthony Emanuel while Moore and Tollefsrud have seen injuries.

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Wrapping up the week, the Lady Warriors fell 30-50 to Clayton Ridge Friday. South Winneshiek was scheduled to host Edgewood-Colesburg Tuesday.

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The Lady Warriors began the week of play with a loss on the road at North Fayette Valley. Against the Lady TigerHawks, South Winneshiek saw a tough first quarter that had the Lady Warriors outscored by five points, and that five-point difference proved to be important. Further outscored by six points in the second quarter, South Winneshiek rallied and outscored NFV in the third quarter 10-4 and held even in the fourth quarter. Still, by just five points, the Lady Warriors were defeated in the contest.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2016

Calmar Courier

Warriors Host Invitational

The area took a drubbing from Mother Nature over the weekend but not before South Winneshiek was able to host invitational action Saturday. Manning Kuboushek led the Warriors in scoring as the undefeated Kuboushek (11-0) took a first-place finish and scored 22 team points for South Winneshiek. The Warriors finished fifth for the day as a team with 120 team points while Turkey Valley finished 10th with 26 team points. New Hampton grabbed top honors for the day. Team Results: 1. New Hampton (257), 2. DenverTripoli (192.5), 3. West Delaware (152.5), 4. Decorah (145), 5. South Winneshiek (120), 6. St. Ansgar (107), 7. Osage (95), 8. Waukon (62), 9. North Fayette Valley (50), 10. Turkey Valley (26) Individual Results: South Winneshiek: 106 – Felicity Taylor (10-3), placed fourth, 10 team points; won by 5-2 decision over Tyler Block (Waukon) in quarterfinal; lost by 10-2 major decision to Dylan Robinson (New Hampton) in semifinal; won by 9-4 decision over Joe Jacob (Osage) in consolation semi; lost by 11-2 major decision to Kyzer Engen (Decorah) in third-place match 113 – Gabe Sadler (8-4), placed third, 18 team points; won by fall at 1:12 over Zach Fisher (West Delaware) in quarterfinal; lost by fall at 1:10 to Mason Cleveland (New Hampton) in semifinal; won by fall at 1:57 over Carter Littlefield (Denver/Tripoli) in consolation semi; won by fall at 1:22 over Mason Olsgard (Decorah) in third-place match 126 – Logan Schnuelle (8-5), placed fourth, 12 team points; won by fall at 2:42 over Corban Rowley (Decorah) in quarterfinal; lost by tech fall to Riley Wright (Denver/Tripoli) in semifinal; won by 1-0 decision over Joel Grimes (NFV) in consolation semi; lost by 3-0 decision to Casey Guyer (West Delaware) 132 – Tayton Bullerman (8-6), placed fourth, 14 team points; won by fall at 0:20 over Matti Pladsen (Waukon) in quarterfinal; lost by fall at 0:53 to Noah Fye (New Hampton) in semfinal; won by fall at 3:34 over Luke Reicks (NFV) in consolation semi; lost by tech fall to Logan Meyer (Denver/ Tripoli) in third-place match 138 – Jacob Ling (7-6), placed fourth, 12 team points; lost by fall at 0:51 to Cole Engel (West Delaware) in quarterfinal; won by 14-1 major decision over Brendan Lovstuen (Decorah) in consolation round 1; won by fall at 2:57 over Nathan Benzing (Waukon) in consolation semi; lost by 8-4 decision to Cole Engel (West Delaware) in third-place match 152 – Luke Massman (9-4), placed third, 16 team points; received a bye in championship round 1; lost by fall at 2:43 to Clay Pierce (St. Ansgar) in quarterfinal; received a bye in consolation round 2; won by fall at 3:04 over Logan Keck (West Delaware) in consolation round 3; won by fall at 5:52 over Tom Knoke (Decorah) in consolation semi; won by 12-6 decision over Clay Pierce (St. Ansgar) in third-place match 170 – Braxton Smith (5-6), place unknown, 0 team points; received a bye in championship round 1; lost by fall at 3:37 to Dawson Holkesvik (Decorah) in quarterfinal; received a bye in consolation round 2; lost by fall at 2:36 to Noah Glaser (New Hampton) in consolation round 3 182 – Gabe Kipp (7-5), placed third, 16 team points; won by fall at 1:36 over Andy Murphy (Decorah) in quarterfinal; lost by fall at 2:23 to Harrison Goebel (West Delaware) in semifinal; won by fall at 4:50 over Trever Dorn (Denver/Tripoli) in consolation semi; won by 7-0 decision over Jacob Hemann (St. Ansgar) in third-place match 195 – Manning Kuboushek (11-0), placed first, 22 team points; won by fall at 0:41 over Dylan Hanna (St. Ansgar) in quarterfinal; won by 4-2 decision over Andy Lillegraven (Decorah) in semifinal; won by 8-6 decision in first-place match 220 – Lane Schnuelle (7-4), place unknown, 0 team points; lost by 9-3 decision to Noah Hoppe (New Hampton) in quarterfinal; lost by 6-5 decision to Kelby Reicks (Turkey Valley) in consolation round 1 Turkey Valley: 152 – Jose Tinajero (0-8), place unknown, 0 team points; received a bye in championship round 1; lost by fall at 1:50 to Tom Knoke (Decorah) in quarterfinal; lost by fall at 2:47 to Mason O’Malley (Osage) in consolation round 2 160 – Cale Reicks (12-1), placed second, 22 team points; received a bye in championship round 1; won by fall at 3:54 in quarterfinal over Ryan Maitland (Denver/Tripoli); won by fall at 5:10 over Dayton Smith (St. Ansgar) in semifinal; lost by 7-2 decision to Ryan Gorman (New Hampton) in first-place match 220 – Kelby Reicks (8-6), placed sixth, 4 team points; lost by fall at 3:37 to Daniel Ott (Decorah) in quarterfinal; won by 6-5 decision over Lane Schnuelle (South Winn) in consolation round 1; lost to Alex Brink (Waukon) by fall at 3:28 in consolation semi; lost by 8-6 decision to Daniel Ott (Decorah) in fifth-place match

ABOVE: South Winneshiek's Felicity Taylor scored 10 team points for the Warriors. Photos by Kristi Kuboushek LEFT: Turkey Valley's Cale Reicks placed second and scored 22 team points.

ABOVE: Kelby Reicks placed sixth and scored four team points for Turkey Valley. RIGHT: Manning Kuboushek was the sole first-place finisher for the Warriors as he managed 22 team points for South Winneshiek.

Turkey Valley Girls Going Strong ▪ Lady Trojans 5-0 By Michael Hohenbrink Editor The Lady Stars saw anything but a heavenly night as the Lady Trojans took home their fourth win of a stellar season. “The girls played really good Dec. 6 – TV 66, Starmont 19 TV 19 21 19 7 66 Starmont 6 6 2 5 19 Three point goals – 3-12 (Gebel 1-2, S. Reicks 1-3, Nymeyer 1-6, Kuennen 0-1); Rebounds – 33, 15 off. 18 def. (K. Reicks 3, Gebel 3, S. Reicks 5, Schuchhardt 6, Winter 4, Nymeyer 2, Kuennen

defense against a team that likes to drive to the basket,” said Coach Dan Stepan. “We had very balanced scoring among our team.” Turkey Valley scored a 66-19 victory over Starmont. Thursday’s contest with MFL MarMac saw the Lady Trojans win 56-42 over the Lady Bulldogs. “We found a way to win when not playing our best,” said Stepan. “[That 9, Ott 1); Assists – 15 (K. Reicks 2, S. Reicks 9, Winter 1, Kuennen 3); Steals – 20 (K. Reicks 2, Gebel 2, S. Reicks 6, Rausch 1, Winter 3, Nymeyer 4, Kuennen 2); Blocks – 5 (Kuennen 5) Dec. 8 – TV 56, MFL MarMac 42 TV 11 18 9 18 56 MFL MarMac 10 11 8 13 42

team] does a lot of nice things.” In the latest state rankings, the Lady Trojans were ranked second in the state for Class 1A for a second week in a row. Saturday night’s contest against New Hampton was not played due to the storm. Turkey Valley was scheduled to host Kee Tuesday.

Three point goals – 3-14 (Gebel 0-2, S. Reicks 3-5, Nymeyer 0-7); Rebounds – 30, 18 off. 12 def. (Gebel 2, S. Reicks 4, Schuchhardt 2, Winter 7, Nymeyer 10, Kuennen 5); Assists – 5 (S. Reicks 3, Kuennen 2); Steals – 13 (S. Reicks 6, Nymeyer 2, Kuennen 5); Blocks – 1 (Kuennen 1)

Turkey Valley Boys Go 2-0 The Trojans saw wins in both of the week’s contests. Hosting Starmont to get the week started, Turkey Valley scored a 77-64 win. Powering the Trojans to the victory, Junior Evan Drilling scored 25 points. Dec. 6 – TV 77. Starmont 64 TV 21 16 19 21 77 Starmont 14 7 27 16 64

Four Turkey Valley players landed in double-digit territory for the night with freshman Ethan Leibold managing 12 points and junior Luke Anderson and freshman Keegan Balk both managing 11 points. Leibold also managed 14 rebounds for the night. Bruess 2, Drilling 7, Einwalter 1, Snyder 1, Leibold 2); Steals – 6 (Izer 1, Bruess 2, Balk 1, Einwalter 1, Snyder 1, Leibold 2); Blocks – 2 (Drilling 1, Anderson 1)

Three point goals – 8-19 (Izer 2-7, Drilling 3-5, Balk 2-5, Snyder 0-1, Anderson 1-1); Rebounds – 28, 16 off. 12 def. (Izer 3, Bruess 1, Langreck 1, Balk 2, Einwalter 1, Snyder 1, Leibold 14, Anderson 3, Mueterthies 2); Assists – 14 (Izer 1,

Dec. 9 – TV 50, Postville 41 TV 10 12 15 13 Postville 10 12 8 11 41

Three point goals – 3-16 (Izer 0-2,

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At Postville Friday, Balk led the scoring for the Trojans with 14 points, followed by Leibold with 13 points. Turkey Valley was scheduled to travel to New Hampton Monday night and then host Kee Tuesday night. Bruess 0-2, Drilling 0-3, Balk 2-5, Snyder 1-3, Anderson 0-1); Rebounds – 37, 11 off. 26 def. (Izer 2, Bruess 3, Langreck 3, Drilling 4, Balk 3, Einwalter 3, Snyder 4, Leibold 8, Anderson 5, Mueterthies, 2); Assists – 13 (Bruess 1, Langreck 1, Drilling 3, Balk 1, Snyder 3, Leibold 3, Anderson 1); Steals – 6 (Bruess 1, Balk 1, Einwalter 1, Snyder 3); Blocks – 2 (Leibold 1, Anderson 1)

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SW Boys Go 1-1 North Fayette Valley bested the Warriors to start the week’s play on the road Dec. 6. Friday’s contest against Clayton Ridge, though, saw the boys garner their first win of the season. The TigerHawks outscored the Warriors in all but the third quarter during the night. By contrast, South Winneshiek saw scoring totals bounce back and forth Friday. Dec. 6 – SW 45, NFV 60 SW 6 11 9 19 NFV 10 17 18 15

45 60

Three point goals – 1-14 (Ward 0-1, Todd 0-4, Lukes 1-6, Hemesath 0-2, Hanson 0-1); Rebounds – 32, 15 off. 17 def. (Ward 8, Kuennen 4, Todd 2, Lukes 4, Holthaus 10, Hemesath 1, Hanson 3); Assists – 7 (Ward 2, Kuennen 1, Todd 2, Holthaus 2); Steals – 8 (Ward 4, Todd 3, Hemesath 1); Blocks – 1 (Lukes 1)

The Warriors were up 17-14 in scoring in the first quarter. Clayton Ridge outscored the Warriors in the second quarter, 14-7. The Warriors took control of scoring again in the third quarter, going 14-5, and continued their dominance in the final quarter, 18-8. South Winneshiek was scheduled to host Edgewood-Colesburg Tuesday. Dec. 9 – SW 56, Clayton Ridge 41 SW 17 7 14 18 56 Clayton Ridge 14 14 5 8 41 Three point goals – 4-12 (Ward 2-3, Todd 0-2, Lukes 0-1, Holthaus 0-1, Hemesath 0 -1, Hanson 2- 4); Rebounds – 31, 10 off. 21 def. (Ward 8, Kuennen 1, Todd 1, Lukes 4, Holthaus 12, Hemesath 2, Hanson 3); Assists – 15 (Ward 2, Kuennen 1, Todd 5, Lukes 3, Holthaus 1, Hanson 3); Steals – 12 (Ward 2, Kuennen 2, Todd 2, Lukes 4, Holthaus 1, Hanson 1); Blocks – 8 (Ward 2, Todd 1, Lukes 1, Holthaus 2, Hemesath 1, Klimesh 1)

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