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Board of Supervisors to hold two public hearings on December 27
2016 Memorial Tree of Lights
What Cheer Public Library is hosting the 2016 Memorial Tree of Lights on displaying from Thanksgiving to the New Year.
Sigourney Health Care Events
Wednesday Dec.14-Rockin Around the Christmas Tree With “ Elvis “ Soup Dinner starts at 5 p.m. with Elvis and Santa visiting at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited. Sunday, Dec. 18-Celebrate Christmas with Carols from the Bluebirds at 3 p.m. All are invited.
Sigourney Library After School Program
All times are 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec 14: 2nd through 3rd graders will be making candy cane elves Thursday, Dec 15: Kindergarten through 1st graders will be making candy cane elves
Career Fair
IowaWorks Southern Iowa, Sigourney Schools and SADC will be hosting a Career Fair for local employers on Wednesday, Dec 14 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sigourney Jr/Sr High School. Interested businesses must complete a form by Monday, Dec. 5 and submit to Brenda Curran at brenda.curran@iwd.iowa.gov.
The News-Review Closed on December 26
The News-Review office will be closed on Monday, December 26 for the holidays.
Keokuk Co. Recycling Center schedule for the holiday season
Christmas: Open Saturday, Dec. 24 from 7 a.m. until 12 Noon, closed Sunday, Dec. 25 and Monday, Dec. 26, and reopen on Wednesday, Dec. 28 at 7 a.m. New Years: Open Saturday, Dec. 31 from 7 a.m. to 12 Noon, closed Sunday, Jan. 1 and Monday, Jan. 2, and reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 7 a.m.
Bingo at Sigourney Health Care and Assisted Living
Bingo at Sigourney Health Care and Assisted Living is Tuesdays at 2 p.m.
Manor House Sing-A-Long
Sing-A-Long at Manor House Care Center in Sigourney is every Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. The entire community is encouraged to attend.
Keokuk County Public Health
Keokuk County Public Health Immunization Clinic is the third Wednesday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free clinic for children without insurance or underinsured. Blood pressure checks are also available on a walk-in basis.
Food Pantry
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In This Issue Church Calendar............. Pg. 5 Classifieds..................... Pg. 6 Editorial........................ Pg. 4 Milestones..................... Pg. 3 Obituaries..................... Pg. 3 Local........................... Pg. 2, 3, 8, 9 Records............................ Pg. 7 Sports.......... Pg. 11, 12, 13, 14 Tri-County Tribune........Pg. 10
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Dan Culp, Director of Business Development at Carl A. Nelson and Company, presents to the Pekin Board of Education on Monday, Dec. 12. Carl A. Nelson has worked on renovation projects with the Washington Community School District and is currently working with Mid-Prairie on their FCS and art room projects.
By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Board of Supervisor met for their regular weekly meeting on Monday, Dec. 12 to review and consider a wide range of topics. As discussed in the previous few weeks, a “parcel of land located at the southwest corner of Highway 21 and County Road G14, approximately two miles east of Gibson and five miles north of What Cheer” is to be sold by the county. County Attorney John Schroeder discussed a requirement to set up a public hearing first before opening sealed bidding to the public. The Board approved for a hearing to be held on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 8:31 a.m. in the Board Room on the first floor of the Keokuk County Courthouse. The Board met with County Engineer Andrew McGuire to discuss setting up a date for a public hearing to close a road in Jackson Township at 275th Ave.
Two letters from landowners in the vicinities requested the closure, which is near an area on the north side of Section 1, north of Skunk River that was vacated by the county in October. The public hearing is set for Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 9 a.m. Two personnel reports were submitted to the Board for a wage change for Deputy Cody Davis and the resignation of Jodi Greiner as a part time Jailer/Dispatcher. Davis has been with the Keokuk County Sheriff’s office for a year now and will have his wage raised to $50,535. Greiner resigned to focus on her other positions. Luann Berger, Elections Administrative Designee, presented the results from the Indian Hills Community College Special Election for the $36 million bond referendum. The official tally is 176 votes, with 83 saying yes and 93 saying no to the referendum. Chairman Mick Berg read the results and each board member signed the official canvass.
By CJ Eilers News Editor Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds will be in Sigourney on Thursday, Dec. 15 to tour a local business and hear their concerns about local start-ups. Reynolds’ visit is part of her annual 99 county tour. She will be visiting to hear from the employees at the business involved in the production about how they got started, barriers to startups and how the state could be a better resource, according to the Office of Gov Branstad and Lt. Gov Reynolds. Look for the full story on Reynold’s visit online and in print next week from The News-Review.
Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds will in Sigourney on Thursday, Dec. 15 to tour Sedna Warehousing and discuss start-ups in Iowa. Photo provided the Iowa Governor’s Office.
Pekin school board considers construction managers Lt. Governor Reynolds for potential renovations to visit Sigourney By CJ Eilers News Editor The Pekin Board of Education met with construction management firms on Monday, Dec. 12 during a regular school board meeting to consider a partnership for the renovations projects if the bond referendum on February 7 is passed. Three firms were invited to present their case to the Board: Estes Construction out of Davenport, Facilities Cost Management out of Omaha, NE, and Carl A. Nelson and Company out of Burlington. Board members and Pekin Superintendent Dave Harper asked questions ranging from planned oversight, to litigations over the past five years, and fee
percentages the firms charge. “The biggest thing for these presentations is for the Board to understand what a construction manager does, what benefit do they bring to the table for us and how they can ensure they are giving the biggest bang for our buck,” Harper said. “If this would go forward, the manager will oversee the construction to ensure the contractor is staying on their quotes and cost estimates, and to make sure they meet all state and federal requirements.“ According to Harper, it’s possible Pekin does not go with a construction manager. The Board and administrators will see some more presentations in January from architects, and at that time the Board will decide to go with an architects
or a general manager. “We’re waiting for February 7. If this bond would pass, we will make a timely decision,” Harper said. “We need to look at our priority list and see where we are with our funding. The cost estimate might come in different than what we envisioned. We need to develop that priority list and see what truly needs done first.” No decision was made by the Board to choose a construction manager, as they will consider and weigh all options before the February 7 bond election. The Pekin Board of Education will meet twice in January, for a regular board meeting on January 9 and the week of January 23 for a work session to meet with architects.
Keokuk County votes no to Indian Hills bond referendum By CJ Eilers News Editor A $36 million bond referendum proposed by Indian Hills Community College (IHCC) to fund renovations to their facilities in Ottumwa and Centerville was voted down by Keokuk County residents in a special election on Tuesday, Dec. 6. Six polling locations across the county recorded 176 votes for the public measure, which would allow Indian Hills to expand their Centerville campus, as well as make additions to both their Main Campus and North Workforce Campus in Ottumwa under a master facilities plan. Voters in Hedrick, Ollie, the Tri-County area and by absentee had a majority to accept the bond. Sigourney was a tie 18 to 18. The slight majority of voters in Keota said no, but the deciding factor was Richland, which voted no to the bond 40 to 11. All results are unofficial until canvassed at a later date. “I had hoped this bond would go through to help our school districts,” Dennis Phelps, Superintendent of Keota and Tri-County Schools said. “We do our best to give our students a great education on the budgets we are on,
and Indian Hills is one way we accomplish that. I am not completely aware of the situation, but it has to be difficult to cover such a large area and then people don’t always see the benefits a community college brings firsthand to their local districts.” Pekin and Sigourney Superintendent Dave Harper also echoed the same sentiment, but states this decision does not bring any changes to how college education is provided to his students or through the Career Academy in Sigourney. “This election does not impact
any of our services at Pekin and Sigourney through Indian Hills,” Harper said. “We will continue to have concurrent classes and any other programs they provide to our school districts.” As part of the college’s 10 county region, IHCC is funded through 2.7 percent of county resident’s property taxes, which would go up to as high as 4.4 percent through this referendum. While the $36 million bond and master facilities plan did not specifically address facilities in Keokuk County, IHCC President Dr. Marlene Sprouse stated that technology improvements would
be seen throughout the counties including Keokuk and would continue to provide qualified workers trained at their facilities. According to Bianca Myers, Director of Marketing and Community Relations for IHCC, 250 students from Keokuk County are currently enrolled in at least one course, which ranks fifth in attendance among the 10 county area. According to unofficial results from all 10 counties, only Jefferson and Wapello Counties voted yes, with the rest of the regional counties voting no. Overall unofficial results indicate 1,966 votes
were cast in favor, while 2,429 were against the bond referendum. In order for the bond referendum to pass, a 60 percent majority among all voters was needed, as opposed to the 45 percent projected by the unofficial results. “These renovations are areas of need that Indian Hills has in order to better prepare our students for the industries they will enter after graduation,” Beth Danowsky, a member of the IHCC Board of Trustees and a Sigourney resident said. “We respect our voter’s opinions and we need to address their concerns with these renovations. By investing in our campuses, we were investing in all our students, rather than by county.” Dr. Marlene Sprouse, President of IHCC, stated that she is disappointed to see this bond election fail, but the college plans to find other ways to move forward. “The message we got from this election is right now taxpayers did not want to engage in support of this particular bond,” Sprouse said. “We will have to decide if it’s because of the bond itself, or the tax climate. We are unsure if we will hold another election, but we do need to meet our facility needs.”
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MENUS AND CALENDARS Sigourney Senior Center Lunch Menu
Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, December 14:Sweet and sour pork, brown rice, lima beans, banana bread, orange wedges, birthday cake Thursday, December 15: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, poultry gravy, broccoli with cheese sauce, vanilla pudding with bananas Friday, December 16: Beef stew, spinach, mandarin orange salad, plumb halves, crispy rice bar Monday, December 19: Beef macaroni casserole, lima beans, confetti coleslaw, strawberries and bananas Tuesday, December 20: Chicken and noodles, mashed potatoes, spinach, vinegar, peaches and yogurt, chocolate chip bar Wednesday, December 21:Meatload, baked potato, sour cream, broccoli cuts, banana Milk, Whole Wheat Dinner Roll, and Whole Grain Bread/Muffins, Margarine, and Skim Milk are offered with all meals. This menu provides a general balanced diet that meets the RDA’s/RIA’s for adults.
Keota Senior Center Lunch Menu
Submitted by Milestones Area Agency on Aging Wednesday, December 14:Sweet and sour pork, brown rice, lima beans, banana bread, orange wedges, birthday cake Friday, December 16: Beef stew, spinach, mandarin orange salad, plumb halves, crispy rice bar Monday, December 19: Beef macaroni casserole, lima beans, confetti coleslaw, strawberries and bananas Wednesday, December 21:Meatload, baked potato, sour cream, broccoli cuts, banana Milk, Whole Wheat and Whole Grain Bread/Muffins and Margarine are offered with all meals. This menu provides a general balanced diet that meets the RDA’s/RIA’s for adults.
Sigourney CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, December 14 Breakfast: Sausage breakfast burrito, apples Lunch: Pig in a blanket, tri-tator, romaine salad, peaches Thursday, December 15 Breakfast: Fruit yogury, parfait, goldfish grahams Lunch: Hamburger, bun, tator tots, baked beans, apple slices Friday, December 16 Breakfast: Assorted cereal, toast, oranges Lunch: Ham, whipped potatoes, gravy, green beans, Christmas dessert, school made whole wheat roll Monday, December 19 Breakfast: Scrambled eggs and ham, toast, peaches Lunch: Chicken and noodles, whipped potatoes, green beans, apple slices, school made breadstick Tuesday, December 20 Breakfast: Pancake on a stick, applesauce Lunch: Savage rite, bun, corn mac, broccoli, oranges Wednesday, December 21 Breakfast: Egg and chesse biscuit, banana Lunch: School made pizza, romaine salad, baby carrots, pears
Keota CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, December 14 Breakfast: Cheese omelet, whole grain toast, orange smiles, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Beef and noodles, mashed potatoes, fresh baby carrots, blueberry oat muffin, pineapple tidbits Thursday, December 15 Breakfast: Whole grain pastry, fresh mixed fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Chicken fajita, salsa and whole grain corn tortilla chips, refried beans, orange wedges Friday, December 16 Breakfast: Yogurt, whole grain chocolate chip muffin, pears, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Cowboy cavatina, tossed salad with Romaine, green beans, whole wheat roll and jelly (9-12), fresh banana Monday, December 19 Breakfast: Whole grain French toast stick, applesauce, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Baked chicken drumstick, savory rice, fresh broccoli, corn, oatmeal roll, sliced peaches Tuesday, December 20 Breakfast: Whole grain cinnamon roll, mixed fruit, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Pork rib on a bun, leaf lettuce and tomato, tri-tater, green beans, fresh kiwi, cookie (9-12) Wednesday, December 21 Breakfast: Whole grain cereal, string cheese, apples, juice choice, milk choice Lunch: Lasagna, garden spinach salad, whole grain breadstick, apple wedges, marinara sauce (9-12)
Pekin CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, December 14 Breakfast: Cheese sticks, sausage, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Ham slice, cheesy potatoes, steamed carrots, cinnamon apples, whole grain cake, fruit choice (9-12) Thursday, December 15 Breakfast: Cheesy eggs, whole grain toast, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Taco salad, refried beans with corn, whole grain mexi rice, apple slices, peanut butter sandwich Friday, December 16 Breakfast: Sausage, whole grain toast, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Country fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, broccoli, peanut butter sandwich, pineapple/fruit choice (9-12) Monday, December 19 Breakfast: Egg patty, whole grain toast, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Chili with whole grain crackers, string cheese, baby carrots, tropical fruit, fruit choice (9-12), peanut butter sandwich (9-12) Tuesday, December 20 Breakfast: Egg wrap, sausage, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Mac and cheese, little smokies, broccoli, peaches/fruit choice (9-12), peanut butter sandwich (9-12) Wednesday, December 21 Breakfast: Cereal, yogurt, fruit choice, orange juice Lunch: Toasted ham and cheese, baked beans, steamed carrots, diced pears, fruit choice (9-12).
English Valleys CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Wednesday, December 14 Breakfast: Pancakes with syrup or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Super Nacho, refried beans, broccoli, cauliflower, fresh carrots, pineapple, pears, milk Thursday, December 15 Breakfast: Bagel with toppings or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Mac and cheese, meatballs, bread and jelly, peas, pears, pineapple, milk Friday, December 16 Breakfast: Breakfast pizza or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Pork patty with bun, lettuce, tomato, green beans, banana, peaches, milk Monday, December 19 Breakfast: Whole grain cereal, yogurt, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Taco soup, tortilla chips, peppers, cucumbers, broccoli, cauliflower, apple slices, mixed fruit, milk Tuesday, December 20 Breakfast: Biscuit and gravy or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Cheesy bear rite, oven fries, corn, peaches, mixed fruit, milk Wednesday, December 21 Breakfast: Cinnamon roll or whole grain cereal, fruit, fruit juice, milk Lunch: Ham, mashed potatoes with gravy, baked beans, applesauce, mandarin oranges, cookies, milk
Tri-County CSD Breakfast and Lunch Menu
This menu is subject to change. Milk is served with each meal. Wednesday, December 14 Breakfast: Chocolate chip muffins, toasty oat cereal, orange Lunch: Biscuits and gravy, green beans, applesauce Thursday, December 15 Breakfast: Egg omelet, bagel, banana, juice Lunch: Pizza, garden salad, peas, pineapple Friday, December 16 Breakfast: Cinnamon roll, string cheese, apple Lunch: Ham patty, onion rings, carrots and celery, peaches Monday, December 19 Breakfast: Sausage, egg, English muffin, pineapple LunchMac and cheese, smokies, green beans, strawberries Tuesday, December 20 Breakfast: Blueberry muffin, egg omelet, apple Lunch: Pork chopette, mashed potatoes, broccoli, applesauce, roll Wednesday, December 21 Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, ham, toast, banana, juice Lunch: Chili, cheese, crackers, peaches, cinnamon roll
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Toddler Story Time
Toddler story time is held Mondays at the Sigourney Public Library from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. All children are welcome attend with their parents/guardians, caregivers. Enjoy stories, songs and crafts.
Community members gathered to pay their respects around the Tree of Memories on the Keokuk County Courthouse lawn on Wednesday, Dec. 7
Tree of Memories brings community together By CJ Eilers News Editor Volunteers from the Keokuk County Hospice and community members joined to remember their lost loved ones during the Tree of Memories Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at the county courthouse. The Tree of Memories was started by the Hospice Auxiliary in 1995 and has been held annually ever since.
This year, 500 names were read aloud by members of the auxiliary. “I believe what makes it special is that this is a annual recognition for families and community of loved ones that have been lost,” Kathy Utterback from Keokuk County Hospice said. “It is a way to bring people together and share memories and acknowledgement of family and friends.” After recognizing their loved ones,
approximately 100 people went out into cold to light the tree on the west side of the courthouse lawn. Cookies and cider were served afterwards back in the courthouse for fellowship time. “I thought the turnout this year was fantastic,” Utterback said. “It is always heartwarming to see the number of people that will come out on a cold night is December to honor their loved ones in such a special way.”
Morlan, Glandon sworn in at council meeting By CJ Eilers News Editor The Sigourney City Council held their regular bi-weekly meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 7 and began by swearing in their two re-elected officials. Sigourney Mayor Doug Glandon, originally an At Large Councilman, was re-elected for his first full term and sworn in by City Clerk Angie Alderson. Glandon then swore in At-Large Councilman Jim Morlan, who assumed Glandon’s previous council seat in March and begins his first full term. The council began their new term by approving the advertising for a new Sigourney Pool Manager, Assistant and Lifeguard positions for the 2017 season. By the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Committee, a 10 percent preseason discount will be offered for pool passes for 2017. The cost of the passes will remain the same as this past summers, with family passes costing $170 for in town and $182 for out of town, or $80 for in town and $86 for out of town before the discount. The Council voted not to approve a pay increase for the Soccer/Flag Football director for next season. French-Reneker-Associates, Inc. out of Fairfield has submitted their
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Sigourney Mayor Doug Glandon is sworn in for his new term by City Clerk Angie Alderson on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at Sigourney City Hall.
Councilman Jim Morlan is sworn in for his new term by Mayor Doug Gladon during the Sigourney City Council meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 7. facility plans for the new lagoon system updates to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The Council hopes to hear back from the DNR in January if the plans were approved. Under a new permit obtained by the City of Sigourney, the current lagoon system was required to undergo major upgrades in order to avoid violations of the permit. Community Betterment Projects
approved by the Council included $1,000 to the Sigourney Public Library, who will use the funds to purchase new books for their collection, audio books and CDs. The Sigourney Pool also received $9,000 to replace some of the doors with fiberglass doors, which are not affected by water splashing on them. In addition, the funds will go to a new water heater for next year.
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Ray Allan Conrad
Anne Arduser, a board member for the Sigourney CSD, was honored November 17 with a cerficate for completing the IASB Basics of Boardmanship requirements.
Sigourney school board member awarded Basics of Boardsmanship certificate Des Moines, Iowa – At the Iowa Association of School Boards’ (IASB) 71st Annual Convention on Nov. 17, board member Anne Arduser was awarded a certificate for completing the Basics of Boardsmanship Certificate. Through IASB’s Basics of Boardsmanship program, Anne completed four components focused on essential board learning concepts. IASB Board President Amy Jurrens commended Board Member Arduser for her hard work. “This
program ensures a solid foundation for school board governance, whether you’re a new or experienced board member,” Jurrens said. “The extra efforts put forth to complete this program are certainly commendable.” Three hundred thirty-five Iowa local school district, AEA and community college board members received this award. This is the first year this awards program has been offered to IASB members.
Ray Allan Conrad, 57, of Hedrick, died Sunday, December 11, 2016, in his sleep at his home. He was born Wednesday, July 29, 1959, in Ottumwa, the son of Robert and Alice Johnson Conrad. He graduated from Hedrick High School with the Class of 1977. Ray worked several places as a welder, a lineman and driving semi. On July 14, 1978, Ray was united in marriage to Vicky Ryther, they later divorced. He was later united in marriage to Jackie Garrett on May 25, 1990. To this union two sons were born, Josiah and Tyler Conrad. Ray and Jackie later divorced. Ray earned the nickname “Catfish” from his love of being on the river fishing. He had several favorite spots on the Skunk River. He is survived by his three sons: Josiah Conrad of Pleasant Hill and Tyler Conrad and Jesse Sanders both of Thornburg; a granddaughter: Jaycie Sanders; his mother: Alice Conrad of Hedrick; a brother: Pat Conrad of Hedrick; and a sister: Mary Oppenheimer of St. Olaf, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his father: Robert Conrad; and a nephew: Shawn Conrad. As was his wish, Ray’s body has been cremated. There is no visitation or funeral service planned at this time. Fremont Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
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Tax refund to be delayed in 2017 Amie Van Patten Regional Editor The Internal Revenue Service is planning on holding taxes until February 15 for the millions of Americans who are able to file and
Dec. 15: Kenny Daxton; Lucas Ewing; Tyson Sarber Dec. 16: Dixie Shipley; Tyson Garber Dec. 17: Adelynn Noel DeBoef Dec. 18: Ethan Bair; Mel Foubert Dec. 19: Jessica VanPatten; Levi Molyneux; Myra Kerger Dec. 20: James Howar; Jody VanPatten; John Hemsley; Michael Dean DeBoef; Mike Kirby Dec. 21: Elijah Molyneux; Kandi Hull; Wendell Hunt Dec. 22: Chris Hansen; Jacelyn Molyneux; Travis Acord Dec. 23: Gaige Daniel Mercer; Justin Baumert; Lisa Noelle Ruckman Dec. 24: LaKota Stanerson Dec. 25: Dan Grove; Dean Neitzel; Kimberly Mercer Dec. 26: Camill Templeton; Jenny Neitzel; Scott Thomas Dec. 27: Eric Molyneux; Marilyn Stringfellow; Mitch Christner; Skyler Anderson Dec. 28: Kelsie Gauley; Landon VanZee Dec. 29: Brandon Vermillion; Chris Wedgewood; Dan Byrne; Doran Hull; John Paul Banks-George; Will Kapple Dec. 30: Justin Riffel; Ross Sieren Dec. 31: Joseph Jerkins Jr.; Peyton VanWeelden
claim earned income tax credit or additional child tax credit. This date is a congress approved change that is aimed in helping on the fight against tax refund fraud and identity theft. The IRS wants people to be aware of the change so that they are not caught with holiday bills from over-spending that they would use their refund money to pay off.
Hats and More
Hats and More gathered for a Buffet Breakfast at the Malt Shop in North English for their December 8th meeting. Favors were ribbon wrapped candy canes with a story attached about the meaning of the candy cane. Door Prize was awarded to a member who had never won before— Pauline Seaba was the recipient. Door Prizes will now be the option of the monthly hosts to decide if they wish to give them. After the buffet we were invited to the History Center to view June Grove’s table lamp collection and her home made tree ornaments. Elaine Sorden hosted this day. Wednesday January 11th meeting will be at the English Valley Care Center entertaining the residents with Bingo—and Hats and Beads--members are asked to bring extra hats if available. Please arrive by 12:45. Gaming will begin at 1 p.m. Elaine Sorden will host this day
Happy 17th Birthday Nolan 17 - 17
Seventeen years ago this little boy came into our lives. Every single day since then has been a Blessing. Love You To The Moon And Back, Great Grandma and Grandpa
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Maxine and Carl Martin
Carl Ardith and Maxine Martin to celebrate 65th wedding anniversary
Carl Ardith and Maxine Martin will be celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary on December 24. Card can be sent to 201 Vernon Street, Delta, IA 52550. They are the parents of 5 children, Debbie Martin of Albia; Randy and Susan Martin of Pella; Jody and Delos Steward of Marshalltown; Christie and Don Sellers of Sigourney and Barb and Jeff Clubb of Sigourney. They have 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grand-
chldren, Michelle Jakubiak, Mason and Lani of Pella, Robin and Bryan Llewellyn, Lilly, Hazel and Ryder of Pella, Ryan Martin of Pella; Shannon and Jared Stanton, Ava, Mya and Savannah of Loma Linda, MO, Ashley VerSteeg of Marshalltown, Kiley VerSteeg and Olivia of Marshalltown; Adam Sellers, Aaron and Missy Sellers, Hunter and Nile and Greg Sellers all of Sigourney; Jenny and Bryan Beal and Clay of Ankeny.
Santa saw all the good boys and girls during his visit to the Sigourney Public Library on Saturday, December 10.
Santa comes to Sigourney Public Library By CJ Eilers News Editor Excited children dressed in their pajamas eagerly lined up to see Santa Claus at the Sigourney Public Library on Saturday, Dec. 11 for Breakfast with Santa. The jolly man in the big red suit greeted hundreds of kids, who all checked the nice list to see if they made the cut. Santa listened to all the requests, including letters the kids wrote themselves at a “Letters to Santa” table. Families could also enjoy a waffle breakfast and other activities such as storytime time with the Snow Queen and Ice Princess, arts and crafts, pictures at the photo booth, and sing Christmas tunes with Mary Williams. “We’ve been doing Breakfast with Santa for 7 years now, and we feel this gets bigger and better each year,” Amanda Rostami, Library
Director, said. “The community has responded so warmly to this event. It has come to be one of the biggest events for the library each year and one of our favorites.” Planning for each year “pretty much begins as soon as this year’s is done,” according to Rostami. Staff at the library brainstorm new and exciting things for the kids. Decorating and the final touches start two weeks before Santa comes to Sigourney, and it’s a busy two weeks at that for the staff. “Lots and lots of work goes into this and we have lots of people to thank for their endless support, but the joy it brings to the kids and community makes every bit of it worth it,” Rostami said. “It is truly one of my favorite parts of getting to work at the SPL. To touch so many lives at once is amazing and I am glad that we could be a small part of so many family’s holiday traditions. Our community is truly amazing.”
Jan. 1: Collum McKay, Harper McAdams, Heather Schmidt, Leo Wehr
The family of Carolyn Kerkove wishes to extend our sincere thanks for the many kindnesses, condolences and support we’ve received from friends and family. We want to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to Lisa Uphold of Keokuk County Hospice for her caring support. We wish to say thank you to Carolyn’s friends Janet Ward and Gertie Richardson for their help during her memorial celebration. We also extend our appreciation to Vince Homan and Jim Stout for their comfort, guidance and prayer. Carolyn was a loving wife and caring mother with a big heart and warm smile. She was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Sigourney Public Library staff Vicki Griner and Amanda Rostami pose for a picture at their photo booth.
August 11, 1929 - December 17, 2005 The seasons change and time goes by We often sit and wonder why Our lives are filled with joy & sorrow Here today and gone tomorrow Your joking ways & your smiling face This part of you we can’t erase Days are lonely without you near But in our hears you’re always here
Sadly Missed and Loved.
Bev, Pam, John, Mike, Cammie, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
Ray and Loretta Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Thomas to celebrate 65th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Ray Thomas of Ottumwa, formerly of What Cheer, will be celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary with a card shower. Ray Thomas and Loretta Fisher were married on December 19, 1951 in Rose Hill. They have farmed in the What Cheer area all their married life. The couple has three daughters, Debbie (Gary) Reid of Marion, Kim Selle of Arnold, MO, and Lea (Lynn) Sieren of Hedrick. They also have 5 grandchildren, Chris Reid of Cedar Rapids, Shawn (Jen) Weaver of Arnold, MO, Cody (Vickie) Weaver of Harrisburg, IL, Seth (Kelli) Sieren of Hedrick and Lindsay (Kelby) Epperson of Hedrick. They are also the proud great-grandparents of 8 great-grandchildren, Evan, Lily, Jessica, Michael, Sadie, Karsen, AnnaLynn and Casyn. They celebrated at an earlier date with family. Cards may be sent to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Thomas c/o Lea Sieren P.O. Box 202 Hedrick, IA 52563.
Addyson Quinn born October 22 Ethan and Kelsey Hammes of Wellman would like to announce the birth of their daughter Addyson Quinn, born October 22 at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City. She was 21” long and weighed 7 lbs, one and a half oz. Grandparents are Peter and Patty Hammes of Sigourney, Jared and Kristi Dyson of Sigourney. Great grandparents are Edith Hammes of Delta, Frances Baumert of Sigourney, Dean and Carolyn Dyson of Harper, Elaine and Leonard Andeway of Richland, and a great great grandmother, Ruth Hutton of Sigourney.
Addyson Quinn Hammes
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OPINION/EDITORIAL There’s no place like home for the holidays
Amie Van Patten Regional Editor Sitting around with family and friends, enjoying hot cocoa and the newest movie, playing board games and laughing with those you love. That is what the holiday spirit is about. There are many who are not able to go home for the holidays. On the other side there are some who do not receive Christmas cards or see family pass through the door, and spend the days alone. Walk into any nursing home today, and you’ll see them: The aging lonely. They are easily recognizable. Look for the sadness on their faces, the pain in their eyes. With a television on for company, these men and women sit alone in their rooms. Their shelves are bare, their bulletin boards void of pictures, cards, or any memento denoting love from the outside. Those sad eyes may even hold a twinge of bitterness, asking, “Why am I still here with no one to love me?” by Karrie Osborn. This has really stuck with me. While going to college, I worked in a nursing home and I saw those residents who never got visitors and wished that someone would come and see them. How often do we find those with no family
or friends? I am sure we have all watched the commercial on YouTube about the German man who spends Christmas alone for several years to where he then fakes his own funeral announcement to bring his family together. This year at Christmas time, let’s think about those that have no family to go home to and who may spend it alone with nobody to come visit. Just a simple Christmas card could brighten someone’s day. There are three local nursing homes that I am sure would love to share cards with residents that may not have anyone sending them any. Nursing homes are also always looking for volunteers to come and spend time with residents. Remember, volunteering to visit is always the best gift you could give them. Keota Care Center 204 North Keokuk Washington Road Keota, Iowa 52248 Sigourney Care Center 900 S Stone Street Sigourney, IA 52591 Manor House 1212 South Stuart Street Sigourney, Iowa 52591 English Valley Care Center 150 W Washington Street North English, Iowa 52316
Letter to the Editor Thank you to all who voted in the Indian Hills Community College bond election. Agreeing to pay more taxes is a difficult thing to do, but many of you understood that the public higher education and workforce training delivered by a community college is an important thread in the fabric of our southern Iowa communities. Upto-date, affordable education that leads to family-sustaining wages is what we are about. Many taxing entities vie for a piece of the pie and despite the fact that Indian Hills’ “piece” won’t be increasing,
our needs will not go away. Nevertheless, we will continue to provide the people and communities in southern Iowa the best education and workforce training they can get anywhere. Dr. Marlene Sprouse, President, Indian Hills Community College, Ottumwa
State Treasurer Fitzgerald brings the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt to your town DES MOINES, Iowa -- State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald wants to remind Iowans that this week your local paper will be featuring the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt in hopes of returning unclaimed property to its rightful owners. “Over 508,000 individuals have had unclaimed property returned to them through the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt program,” Fitzgerald stated. “The program is a great service to past and present Iowans and has been very successful. ”Unclaimed assets could be from forgotten or inactive savings/ checking accounts, utility refunds or deposits, uncashed insurance benefit checks, lost stock and dividends or even abandoned safe deposit box contents. When a person does not respond over an extended period of time to regular mailings from banks or corporations holding their funds, the property
is reported to the state treasurer. “The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt has returned over $221 million dollars to its rightful owners,” said Fitzgerald. “I encourage everyone to check their local newspaper and see if their name or the name of someone they know is listed, even if they don’t think they have unclaimed property.” The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt’s website was recently updated. If you see your name in the paper, please search our website by the property ID number published alongside your name. We also encourage Iowans to search by their last name to locate any other properties that may be owed to them. Visit the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt at GreatIowaTreasureHunt. gov to begin your search. Be sure to like Great Iowa Treasure Hunt on Facebook and follow the program on Twitter (@GreatIATreasure).
Senator Kinney looks forward to committee work in the 2017 Legislative Session State Senator Kevin Kinney of Oxford will help shape the work of the 2017 session of the Iowa Legislature through participation on several Iowa Senate committees. Senator Kinney will serve as the ranking member of the Agriculture Committee. He will also be a member of the Ethics Committee, Judiciary Committee, Natural Resources Committee, and the Agriculture and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee.
“My assignments will put me in in the right place to support the economic growth and success of Iowa’s farms and rural communities,” said Kinney. “As a member of the Judiciary Committee, I will keep working to strengthen Iowa’s fight against human trafficking.” A complete list of Senate Democratic committee assignments can be found at www.senate.iowa.gov/ democrats/2017-committee-assignments.
Just reminiscing
By Hilda Souer I assume many of you readers have one or more of your hobbies and you’ve probably guessed that writing about different things and/ or thoughts would apply to myself. Every so often someone stops and/ or talks to me and mentions their enjoyment in reading things I’ve written. I must say and admit that I enjoy sharing many of my thoughts with you and appreciate knowing
you enjoy them. It was while writing one of my early reminisces that I mentioned showing sheep at a Quality Lamb Show on the north side of the Sigourney square. I don’t think I’ll ever forget hearing the words “ain’t you had any fetchen up” when seeing a youngster try to climb over the picket fence used to make the area for showing the lambs by 4-H members. In thinking of this and remember-
ing my being a member of 4-H until having graduated from high school, then attending two different colleges and still later being the second person to serve as County 4-H Aide plus other 4-H involvement prior to working in our County Extension Offices. I also know that it’s still with me as I now meet someone that says “Hello Hilda” and the adult is often a former 4-H member (and sometimes I don’t recognize her or her!!!)
Tales of the Ancient Sportsman I just learned again that old men and ice are a poor combination. I think I just got run over by a reindeer. We had gone to Washington with Lori, Emily, Logan, Sydney and a group from our church for the Christmas play at the Marion Ave. Baptist Church. We stopped at Pizza Ranch in Sigourney for supper and then headed home. We had driven through some snow and ice, but it got better the closer we got to Osky. When we got to the house, it looked like the steps and sidewalk up to the house was pretty clear, but it appeared to have some icy spots. I was concerned about getting the Ancient-ess to the house and I got her over the last step. When I stepped up on the last step I hit a patch of ice. As I stepped up, my feet went backward and my body went forward. I lit headfirst on the concrete. I was lying on the sidewalk, holding my head and trying to figure out where I was and what I was doing on the sidewalk. The Ancient-ess was trying to help me up, but I told her to back off. If she went down as well, we would really have a problem. I finally got my feet into the flower bed next to the sidewalk and she was able to pull me up. I got inside and started to take inventory. The stocking hat that I was wearing helped somewhat, but I still have a big bloody goose egg above my left eye. There is a small cut below my left eye and a small cut on my left hand. My left knee has a big bruise on it and I basically hurt all over. I can tell you that I’m going to be really ugly for a few days, but I have been there before. At least I can still walk and I am thankful for that. I may have to dig out a cane to help get around, or maybe a walking stick. The play at Marion Ave. Church was excellent and very professionally done. The animal participation was unique and I was amazed at how they got those animals up and down the stairs. I scratch my head trying to figure out how that got that huge camel up the stairs to the second level. There must be some great animal trainers involved in the production. It has been a busy week on the hardwood. Some great games were played and I missed the best one. The Pella Christian boys upset No. 3 ranked Pella 54-52 in overtime. My boss wanted to do that one, so I took
Tales of the Ancient Sportsman By Burdell Hensley Columnist the Twin Cedars-Moulton-Udell games. Both games in Pella were good as the No. 1 ranked Pella girls held off Pella Christian 52-44. The games at Twin Cedars were not so good, but the pay is all the same. The Saber girls lost 68-30 and the Twin Cedars boys won 69-34. Monday night I had what is usually a very competitive pair of game when PCM paid a visit to Pella Christian. But this time the games were rather one sided. The PCM girls were ranked 13th in Class 3-A, but PC won 59-38 to pick up their third win over a ranked team this year. In the boys game PC rained 11 threes on the Mustangs and rolled to an 81-44 win. Tuesday night I was in Pleasantville for the Wayne Pleasantville games. I always enjoy going to Pleasantville as I have many friends there from the old DMRC days. The PV girls had a chance to grab a win when they took a 30-19 halftime lead, but they went stone cold in the second half and lost 48-43. The PV boys took an easy 5940 win in a game that was not as close as the score indicated. We will have a lot of basketball this week and then things will taper off for the holidays. I guess a break is needed for the kids, but I will be bored. You can watch only so many meaningless bowl games. I guess I need to take care of some things for the Christmas season. The Ancient-ess has been hinting that I should get my Christmas letter written and last week she just came out and asked me if I were going to write one this year. My answer in true Pa Kettle fashion was, “I’ll get around tuit one of these days. Hopefully before July 4. Shopping! No, I am not much of a shopper. But the Ancient-ess needs a new wash machine. I know that would be about as exciting as a treadmill for Christmas. Someone once said that Christmas presents should not be for work, but then if there is a need a wash machine
would be better that a wash board. There are some great Holiday lighting displays around. The Oskaloosa city square is so impressive after dark and if you haven’t seen it, you must. It is great. My good friend, Emory Stewart has a neat display on Highway 63 north of the railroad bridge. I have noticed many others in the area as well. Let’s see what happened in our yesterdays. 45 years ago: Dec. 20, 1971 – Fremont splits with Moulton-Udell. The girls raised their record to 6-1 with a 76-53 win. Debbier Paxton poured in 43 points and Donna Fisher added 20 to lead the Wildkittens. M-U took an 80-71 win over the Cats. Dave Hibler led Fremont with 31 points. Dec. 20- Tri-County divides games with Central Lee. The girls took a 76-43 win with Bonnie Foster putting down 27 points and Doneta Fisher adding 25. The boys fell to the Hawks 76-70. Brian Wilkins led the Trojans with 24 points and Steve Roland added 14. Dec. 20- The North Mahaska boys stay perfect with a 59-48 win over Prairie City. Tom Mitchell led the Warhawks with 28 points. Dec. 20Sigourney girls escape Tri-County 51-50 on Pat Joachim’s last second shot. Joachim led Sigourney with 30 points while Bonnie Foster and Doneta Fisher each scored 19 for T-C. 25 years ago: Dec. 19, 1991- Eddyville sweeps Twin Cedars. The boys used balanced scoring to post a 74-61 win. Bob Shepherd led the Rockets with 15 points and Otis Hoskins and Todd Schlotter each scored 14 points. The girls took a 67-62 win with Heidi Blizzard draining 30 points and Jennifer Harter added 24. 15 years ago: Dec. 17, 2001 – The Osky boys use the long ball to top Pella Christian 66-51. Jason Carter and Brett Doud combined for nine threes in the win. Doud scored 18 points and Carter added 16. Josh Branderhorst led PC with 10. Dec. 18 – Pella Christian runs past Washington 75-59. Tim Zwiers led PC with 16 points and Ryan Groenenboom added 14 to lead PC. Have a great week. Get your shopping done and look out for those reindeer. They pack quite a wallop this year.
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Bethel United Methodist Church
Pastor Nick Needham 319-329-6070 Located 6 miles east of Sigourney on Hwy. 92 Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.; Worship at 10:30 a.m.
The Church Of Living Water
Shane Jarr, Pastor 13 North Main St., Hedrick Sunday School -9:30 a.m.; Sunday Worship -10:40 a.m.; Evening Services - 7 p.m. Bible Study Wednesdays - 6 p.m.
Delta Christian Church
108 W 3rd St. Worship: Sunday at 9 a.m.
Delta United Methodist Church
Vince Homan, Pastor Worship: 9 a.m. Sunday School for Elementary age children is at 9:30-10:15 a.m.
English River Church of the Brethren
Diana Lovett, Pastor 29252 137th St., South English 319-667-5235 Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m.
Farson Baptist Church
Jerry Newman, Pastor Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.
First Baptist Church
308 N. Jefferson St. Sunday School, 9 a.m.; Worship Service, 10 a.m.; Bible Study, Wed. 6:30 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church 215 N Jefferson St, Sigourney Rev. Jim Stout 641-622-2247 Sunday Worship: 9:30 a.m.
Gibson Presbyterian Church
Hans Cornelder, Pastor Worship, 10 to 11 a.m.; Sunday School, 9 to 9:45 a.m. Youth Group: Second Sunday of the month at 5 p.m.
Grace Family Church
Rev. Dar Eckley, Pastor 23536 Hwy. 78, Box 64, Ollie Sunday Worship - 10:15 a.m; Sunday school-10:15 a.m. RocKnowledge Youth Group is Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Hedrick First Christian
Pastor John Lewis 206 Park St. Hedrick Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Gathering for Worship, 10:45 a.m.
Hedrick-Martinsburg United Methodist Church
Tim Schoepf, Pastor 203 N. Spring St., Hedrick 641-653-4477 Sunday Worship: 8:45 a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m.
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Holy Trinity Catholic Parish
Rev. Charles Fladung Rectory: 641-636-3883 109 N. Lincoln St., Keota Saturday Night Mass: 4 p.m. Sunday Mass: 8:30 a.m.
Hope Lutheran Church, LCMS
Rev. Richard Meyer 315 W. Kelly Street Office: 319-668-2999 Worship at 5 p.m. on Saturday Communion the 1st and 3rd Saturday’s
Keswick and Webster Methodist Church Circuit
Pastor: Rev. Dr. Charles Klink 641-455-4284 Webster: Sunday school: 9:30 a.m. Worship service: 10:30 a.m. Keswick: Sunday worship at 9:15 a.m. Communion is on the 1st Sunday of the month for both churches
Lancaster Christian Church
Dirk Alspach 22934 W. County Rd. V5G 641-224-2255 Sunday School: 9 a.m.; Worship Service: 10 a.m. Sunday evenings from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 7-12 grade.
New Life Fellowship
Denny Eden, Pastoral Care 319-430-2677 Hwy. 22 South, Keswick 319-738-3851 Sunday Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday Teaching: 7 p.m.: Evening of Praise: every third; Saturday of the month at 7 p.m.
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Ollie Baptist Church
Gary Reeves, Pastor 641-667-2841 208 South 3rd St Worship: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays: 9 a.m. Sewing and Quilting
Prairie View United Methodist Church
Pastor, Dave Peterson 27131 Highway 78, Ollie Wednesday, Dec. 14 7 p.m. SPRC; 7 p.m. Packwood Trojans 4-H Friday, Dec. 16 6:30 p.m. Melcher/ Hotz rehearsal Saturday, Dec. 17 4 p.m. Melcher/ Hotz Wedding Sunday, Dec. 18 9 a.m. Sunday Worship, followed by Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; 4:30 p.m. Caroling / meet at Pastor Dave & Judy’s Monday, Dec. 19 6:30 p.m. Choir practice Tuesday, Dec. 20 9 a.m. Bible Study Wednesday, Dec. 21 6:30 p.m. Church meetings; 7:30 p.m. Church Council & Finance Saturday, Dec. 24 5 p.m. Christmas Eve Service Sunday, Dec. 25 9 a.m. Christmas Sunday Worship, followed by Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. No Sunday School
Richland United Methodist Church
Tim Schoepf, Pastor 106 W. South St., Richland Phone: 319-456-2251 Worship Times: Adult Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m.
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vite you to attend their special holiday treat: “Christmas Brunch and Celebration,” Thursday, Dec. 22 at 9:30 a.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Services are Saturday, Dec. 24; Delta UMC at 5 p.m., What Cheer UMC at 7 p.m. We will be having Sunday morning services on Christmas day in both churches at regular times; Delta UMC at 9 a.m., What Cheer UMC at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Vince will be taking the week after Christmas off and will be back in the office on January 4. In the event of an emergency, please contact Vince at 641-6601358. Please sign our attendance register, and mark the appropriate box if you would like a visit from the pastor. To be put on our mailing list or receive church information and updates by email, please leave your physical address and/ or email address in the attendance pad, or you may send them to our church email: wcdumc@ gmail.com.
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Rev. Robert Striegel St. Joseph, 1174 Reed St., East Pleasant Plain and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, 308 W. Main, Richland Sunday Mass at 8:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Sacrament of Penance 8 a.m. Sunday
St. Mary’s Catholic Church 415 E. Pleasant Valley, Sigourney Rev. Charles Fladung Rectory: 641-622-3426 Sunday Mass: 10:30 a.m.
Christian Church of Sigourney
David D. Welch, Pastor 308 S. Jefferson, 641-622-2151 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Adult Bible Study: 9:30 a.m.; Worship Service: 10:45 a.m. Elder Gathering 1st Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.; Board meets 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. CWF meet immediately following; Sisters meet each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Saturday, Dec. 24 9 p.m. Christmas Worship Service Sunday, Dec. 25 10:45 a.m.
Sigourney United Methodist Church
Shannon Pascual, Pastor Website: sigourneyumc.com Sunday Worship Service: 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.; Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.
United Church of Deep River
319-664-3653 Every Sunday: Inspiration time, 10 a.m.; Worship, 9 a.m.; 1st Sunday of the month: Communion; 2nd Saturday of the month: Parish Council; Last Thursday of the month is the UCW meeting.
What Cheer Baptist Church
Pastor DJ Danner 641-660-9948 Sunday School: 9:30 a.m.; Worship: 10:30 a.m.; Adult Bible Study is on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.; Sunday evening services, 6:30 p.m.
What Cheer United Methodist Church
Rev. Vince Homan Sunday School, 9:30; Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Youth Group, Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
What Cheer Christian Church
Larry Naylor, Pastor Worship: Sundays 10:30 a.m.
What Cheer Hilltop Chapel
John and Pat DeBoef, Pastors 506 E Briney St. Phone: 641-634-2839 Sunday: 10a.m.-11:30 a.m., Worship; 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Children’s Church on lower level.
St. Joseph
Rev. David Brownfield 235 11th St. Wellman Sunday Mass at 8 a.m.
Announcements for Delta and What Cheer United Methodist Church Remember, there is a ‘love offering” jar at the back of the What Cheer sanctuary to help with the costs for our “Back-Pack” school program. It costs our church about $54 per week. What Cheer’s Christmas Program and Dinner is this afternoon, Dec. 11 at 4:30 p.m. Join us in the sanctuary for the program and then downstairs for our Christmas Dinner. Ministry and Missions are providing sandwiches and drinks. Everything else is ‘pot-luck.” Congratulations and Blessings to Dave and Jennifer (Icenbice) Stout who were united in Christian marriage last night at the Delta UMC. Youth Group meets this Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 6:30 p.m. We are going caroling and everyone is invited to join us. The Delta Christmas program is Sunday, Dec. 18 at 5 p.m., followed by a soup supper. The soup supper is “pot-luck.” Practices are underway on Sunday mornings. Bible Brunch would like to in-
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Merry Christmas from Christian Church of Sigourney! Come Join Us As We Worship Our Lord Jesus Christ! Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 9:00 p.m. Christmas Day Worship Service at 10:45 a.m. 308 South Jefferson St.
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HELP WANTED FT CMA, LPN OR RN 40 hours per week. Assist provider in all areas of clinic patient care: vaccines, charting, scheduling and rooming. Eventually will be traveling to an off campus location within 20 miles of the Hospital.
FT MT/MLT Candidates should be knowledgeable in all areas of routine procedures as well as those specialized tests that require more complex techniques. B.S. or B.A. degree and graduated from an accredited school of medical technology OR B.S. or B.A. degree in chemical, physical, or biological sciences OR Associate Degree. Applicants should have an experience of at least 1 year and ASCP/ AMT registry required. Hours to include on-call coverage for nights and some weekends/holidays.
For more information, contact Annette Shafranek Human Resources/Payroll Professional
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HELP WANTED
High School Science Teacher
The Sigourney Community School District is looking for a highly motivated teaching professional to apply for a high school science position with courses in environmental science and/or biology, chemistry, physics & general science. The ideal applicant will be a subject matter expert in the teaching area, proficient in the use of student achievement data to guide instruction, able to openly and honestly collaborate with peers, able to use technology to present high quality student instruction, and committed to maximizing the learning potential of all students. There may be coaching positions available. We desire to fill this position 2017-2018 school year. Signing incentive may be considered.
Application materials must be submitted through http://teachiowa.gov/
If you experience any problems submitting your application or have any questions, please feel free to contact the Sigourney CSD District Office at 641-622-2025. EOE/AA
Parkview in Wellman is hiring for the following positions:
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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PURCHASE AND ASSUMPTION Notice is hereby given that County Bank, located at 201 South Jefferson, Sigourney, Iowa 52591, has made application to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation for its written consent to purchase the assets and assume certain liabilities of Hartwick State Bank, located at 207 Main Street, Hartwick, Iowa 52232. It is contemplated that all offices of the above-named institutions will continue to be operated. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file his or her comments in writing with the Regional Director of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation at its regional office located at 1100 Walnut, Suite 2100, Kansas City, Missouri 64106 not later than December 19, 2016. The non-confidential portions of the application are on file in the regional office identified above and are available for public inspection during regular business hours. Photocopies of the non-confidential portion of the application file will be made available upon request. S46/48/50
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Notice Of Sheriff’s Levy And Sale Iowa District Court Keokuk County Court Case #EQEQ040837 Civil #16-000547 STATE OF IOWA KEOKUK COUNTY Specialized Loan Services LLC VS. Parties In Possession; Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Creditors, Or Other Claimants With An Interest In The Property Of Lloyd D. Bodkins, Deceased; Unknown Heirs, Devisees, Creditors Or Other Claimants With An Interest In The Property Of C. Sherleen Bodkins, Deceased; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of C. Sherleen Bodkins; State of Iowa, Department Of Revenue; State Of Iowa, Department Of Revenue; Deborah Schindler-Grim; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of Deborah Schindler-Grim; Tam Goncz; Unknown Spouse, If Any, of Tam Goncz; Mike Bodkins; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of Mike Bodkins; Ron Bodkins; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of Ron Bodkins; Brenda Bodkins; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of Brenda Bodkins; Phillip Bodkins; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of Phillip Bodkins; Rebecca Bodkins; Unknown Spouse, If Any, Of Rebecca Bodkins Special Execution As a result of the judgment rendered in the above referenced court case, an execution was issued by the court to the Sheriff of this county. The execution ordered the sale of defendant(s) real estate described below to satisfy the judgment. The Property to be sold is Commencing at the Northeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter (NE1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (NW1/4) of Section Seven (7), Township Seventy-Six (76), North, Range Ten (10), West of the 5th P.M. in Keokuk County, Iowa, thence West along the Section Line 746 feet to the place of beginning, thence West 228 feet, thence South 250 feet, thence East 228 feet, thence North 250 feet to the place of beginning, commonly known as 28396 170th Street, South English, IA 52335 (The “Property”) Property Address: 28396 170th St., South English, IA 52335 The described property will be offered for sale at public auction for cash only as follows: Date of Sale: January 24, 2017; Sale Time: 10:00 A.M.; Place of Sale: Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office Lobby, 204 S. Stone St., Sigourney, IA 52591 Homestead: Defendant is advised that if the described real estate includes the homestead (which must not exceed 1/2 acre if within a city or town plat, or, if rural, must not exceed 40 acres), defendant must file a homestead plat with the Sheriff within ten (10) days after service of this notice, or the sheriff will have it platted and charge the costs to this case. This sale not subject to Redemption. Property exemption: Certain money or property may be exempt. Contact your attorney promptly to review specific provisions of the law and file appropriate notice, if acceptable. Judgment Amount: $71,233.54; Costs: $6,641.79; Accruing Costs: $0.00; Interest: $5,461.08; Sheriff’s Fees: Pending. Attorney Emily Bartekoske 1401 50th St. Ste. 100 West Des Moines, IA 50268 515-223-7325 Date: November 29, 2016 /s/ Casey J. Hinnah Keokuk County Sheriff 49-2
NOTICE OF EXPIRATION OF RIGHT OF REDEMPTION Apple Grove Investments Inc. TO: ANY AND ALL ENTITIES AND/OR PERSON(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE PARCEL HEREIN DESCRIBED Randy Scull 204 North Old Highway, Delta, IA 52550 - Owner Person in Possession 204 North Old Highway, Delta, IA 52550 - Person in Possession City of Delta c/o City Clerk 104 N 2nd St. W., Delta, IA 52550 - City Clerk Keokuk County Treasurer 101 S Main, Sigourney, IA 52591 - County Treasurer Keokuk County Attorney 101 S Main, Sigourney, IA 52591 - County Attorney ANY OTHER UNKNOWN PERSONS WITH INTEREST All of the heirs, spouses, assignees, grantees, legatees, devisees, and successors in interest both known and unknown and all unknown claimants claiming to have any recorded or unrecorded right, title, or interest in and to the parcel hereinafter described. In accordance with Iowa Code Section 447.9 you are hereby notified that on 6/16/2014, the following described parcel, situated in Keokuk County, Iowa, to-wit: Lot Four, and The North Half of Lot Five, All in Block One of F.W. Simond’s Addition to the City of Delta, Keokuk County, Iowa. a/k/a PARCEL # DLCOS000600 a/k/a 204 North Old Highway, Delta, IA 52550 a/k/a Cert No. 2014027 Was sold at tax sale by the Treasurer of Keokuk County for the then delinquent and unpaid taxes and/or special assessments against the property, which a Certificate of Purchase was duly issued by the County Treasurer of Keokuk County to Apple Grove Investments Inc. pursuant to said tax sale, which certificate is now lawfully held and owned by Apple Grove Investments Inc., and that the right of redemption will expire and a deed for the said property will be made unless redemption from said tax sale is made within ninety (90) days from the completed service of this Notice. Apple Grove Investments Inc. By: Mike Klemme (Member) 520 4th Street SW, Suite D PO Box 506 Le Mars, Iowa 51031 S50
Public Notice VACATING COUNTY ROAD NOTICE OF HEARING RESOLUTION WHEREAS: The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors, acting under the authority of Iowa Code Chapter 306, proposes to close a highway and will consider abandoning highway easement rights, described as follows: A PORTION OF ROAD RECORD NO. 576 AS ESTABLISHED IN BOOK “2” PAGE 142 OF THE KEOKUK COUNTY ROAD RECORDS IN THE COUNTY ENGINEERS OFFICE. Section 1, Township 74N, Range 11W, Jackson Township, 275th Avenue BEING LOCATED WITHIN SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 74 NORTH, RANGE 11 WEST OF THE FIFTH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, KEOKUK COUNTY, IOWA, AS SHOWN ON ROAD VACATION PLAT EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO WHICH BY THIS REFERENCE MADE A PART HEREOF AND DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: ALL THAT PART OF 275TH AVENUE FROM THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF 290TH STREET NORTH TO THE SOUTH SKUNK RIVER. SAID PARCEL IS SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. A hearing on the proposed road closure and vacation of highway easement rights will be held in the Board Room, Keokuk County Courthouse, 101 South Main, Sigourney IA 52591 at 9:00 AM on December 27, 2016, in accordance with the Code of Iowa. As authorized by Iowa Code Section 306.14 Objections — claims for damages any person occupying a homestead on land adjacent to that part of the road proposed to be closed, or who owns land which will be landlocked by the proposed road closure shall have the right to file, in writing, a claim for damages at any time on or before the date and time fixed for the hearing. Passed and approved this 12th day of December, 2016. Michael Berg, Chairman Keokuk County Board of Supervisors ATTEST: Christy Bates Keokuk County Auditor S50
librarians requested additional funding for fiscal year 2018 to assist in efforts to increase quality of service. Various board and committee reports were held. Wood participated in a Pathfinders conference call. Hadley attended Sieda, ISAC and Department of Iowa Freight meetings. Berg attended Empowerment and ISAC meetings last week. Discussion of old/new business and public comment was held. Custodian Bruns entered to discuss the anticipated extensive repairs regarding the lawnmower breakdown on Sunday. On vote and motion the meeting adjourned at 9:55 a.m. The above and foregoing information is a summary of the minutes taken at the above indicated meeting. The full and complete set of minutes are recorded and available at the office of the Keokuk County Auditor. CLAIM DATE: December 5, 2016 ADKINS & SON 7,975.68 AGRILAND FS 12,988.03 ALL AM PEST CONTROL 85.00 ALLIANT ENERGY 222.67 ALTORFER MACHINERY 890.76 BAIN ELECTRIC 412.45 BARRON MOTOR 99.74 BATES, CHRISTY 20.04 BERGER, LUANN 13.50 C J COOPER & ASSOC 95.00 CALHOUN-BURNS & ASSOC 8,935.50 CASTRO, DR ROBERTO 100.00 CENTRAL IA DISTRIBUTING 308.50 CENTRAL IOWA DET 318.00 CINTAS CORP 51.51 CLARION PLAINSMAN 213.18 CLUBB, BONNIE 155.40 DAVIS CO SHERIFF 19.82 DIRECTV 69.98 DOUDS STONE 11,829.77 FIRST RESOURCES 2,488.80 GILLILAND, TAMI 15.00 GOLDMAN, DAWN 29.25
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Public Hearing PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Public Hearing on December 27, 2016 at 8:31 A.M. in the Board Room on the First Floor of the Keokuk County Courthouse in Sigourney, Iowa, to consider the following proposal and make a decision thereon immediately after the Public Hearing: Keokuk County dispose of its interest in the following Real Estate by Sealed Bids with two highest bidders allowed to successively increase bid until highest bidder is established with conveyance from county to highest bidder by Quit Claim Deed, to-wit: Part of the NE1/4 of Section 16, Township 77 North, Range 13 West of the 5th Principal Meridian, Keokuk County, Iowa, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the NE Corner of said NE1/4; thence S 01º 26’20” E along the East Line of said Section 16 a distance of 392.65 Feet; thence S 89º 25’ 41” W along the South Line of Parcel in said NE1/4 a distance of 232.86 Feet; thence N 00º 14’51” W a distance of 89.55 Feet; thence N 89º 14’51” W to the West Line of said Parcel a distance of 912.75 Feet; thence N 01º 14’56” W along said West Line to the North Line of said NE1/4 a distance of 279.35 Feet; thence N 89º 17’46” E along said North Line to the Point of Beginning a distance of 1142.22 Feet. Said Parcel contains 8.17 acres, and is subject to easements and restrictions of record. Keokuk County Board of Supervisors SK50
Notice of Probate Probate No. ESPR037997 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Iowa District Court Keokuk County IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF IRENE GRANAMAN, Deceased. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Irene Granaman, Deceased, who died on or about November 7, 2016: You are hereby notified that on November 29, 2016, the last will and testament of Irene Granaman, deceased, bearing date of January 24, 2011, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Elizabeth Ann Moore was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated November 29, 2016 Elizabeth Ann Moore Executor of estate 17995 West Hwy. 149 Hedrick, IA 52563 John N. Wehr, ICIS PIN No: AT0008299 Attorney for executor John N. Wehr Attorney at Law 116 East Washington St., PO Box 245 Sigourney, IA 52591 Date of second publication: December 21, 2016. S50-2
Keokuk County Board Proceedings KEOKUK COUNTY BOARD PROCEEDINGS DECEMBER 5, 2016 The Keokuk County Board of Supervisors met in regular session, Monday, December 5, 2016 in the Board Room of the Courthouse. All members were present. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve the agenda. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve the minutes of November 28, 2016 as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Met with Engineer McGuire regarding Keokuk County Highway Department. Hadley moved, Wood seconded to approve said procedure for the disposition of Keokuk County parcel PRTOT 029950 located at the southwest corner of Highway 21 and County Road G14 approximately 2 miles east of Gibson and 5 miles north of What Cheer pending compliance of statutory disposition requirements thereof. All ayes and motion carried. Hadley moved, Berg seconded to proceed with replacement of the low water crossing on 200th Street in Section 26 of Van Buren Township. A rollcall vote was held: Deke Wood – aye; Mick Berg – aye; Mike Hadley – nay. Motion carried. Quotes received: Iowa Bridge and Culvert @ $71,259 and McCulley Culvert, Inc. @ $89,998.90. Wood moved, Hadley seconded to approve execution of Keokuk County grant award agreement with the Washington County Riverboat Foundation in the amount of $82,436 for the Lake Belva Deer Trail project as submitted. All ayes and motion carried. Wood moved, Hadley seconded approval of claim listing dated December 5, 2016. All ayes and motion carried. Met with Keokuk County Librarians. Library funds collected by Keokuk County are distributed one-third divided equally between the six (6) libraries; one-third divided on individual library circulation and one-third divided on city population in which the library is located. The
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GRP & ASSOCIATES 45.00 H & M FARM & HOME 16.52 HILLCREST FAMILY SERV 2,218.48 IOWA FIRE EQUIP CO 259.15 IOWA NARCOTICS OFF 25.00 IOWA PRISON IND 695.60 ITSAVVY 210.00 JEFFERSON CO SHERIFF 36.60 KEMPF, MARGARET 197.08 KEOKUK CO HWY DEPT 269.29 KEOKUK CO TOURISM 500.00 KIMBALL MIDWEST 85.48 LANKFORD, WENDY 195.52 LUMBER COMPANY 103.20 MAHASKA CO ENVIRON 7,500.00 MAIL SERVICES 610.06 MESSERSCHMITT, LAVADA 26.52 MILLER, LAURIE 48.60 MILLER, PAT SNAKENBERG431.60 MINKS FOUST, KATHY 75.40 MOORE, JANICE 30.68 OFFICE CENTER 63.60 QUILL CORPORATION 361.34 REPUBLIC COMPANIES 292.02 SADLER POWER TRAIN 167.49 SCHROEDER FRAME & ALIGN 110.50 SHIELD TECHNOLOGY 2,587.50 SIGOURNEY FIRE DEPT/QRS 774.00 SIGOURNEY, CITY OF 372.11 SINCLAIR TRACTOR 42.09 SOUTHEAST IA ASSESSORS 300.00 STROBELS INC 2,703.57 STUTZMAN, STAN 150.00 THOMPSON, AMBER 931.09 THRELKELD-LARSON, VIRGINIA 98.28 U OF IA HOSPITALS & CLINICS 416.00 US CELLULAR 437.32 VERIZON WIRELESS 40.01 WAECHTER, MARILYN 216.32 WAPELLO CO SHERIFF 16.00 WINDSTREAM 1,181.92 WOOD, DARYL 158.40 TOTAL $72,336.92 SK50
Lego Junkies head to State By CJ Eilers News Editor The Keokuk County Lego Junkies are heading to State in January after competing strongly at the First Lego League at Indian Hills Community College.
Lego Junkies received a trophy for first place in the Project division and eighth place in the Robot Game competition. They will be competing at the state level on January 14 in Ames at Iowa State University.
The teams consists of Matthew Brainard, Jordan Shadley, Nathan Wehr, Brock Alderson, Nolan McLaughlin and Issac Bruns. Amanda and Scott Alderson are the coaches for the team.
Indian Hills Community College Fall Graduation list Indian Hills Community College has released the names of the students who completed their graduation requirements at the end of the 2016 Fall Term. This is a list of students who received an Associate of Arts (AA) degree, Associate of Science (AS) degree, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, Diploma or Certificate from IHCC. There is no graduation ceremony at
the end of the Fall Term, but the students who received their degree, diploma or certificate are invited to take part in the commencement ceremony at the end of the Winter Term in February. Weylin Brown of Hedrick graduated with an AA degree. Alexander Coleman of Hedrick
graduated with an AAS degree. Daloris Covington of Hedrick graduated an AAS degree. Michael Mosbey of Hedrick graduated with an AAS degree. Jackie Morgan of Keota graduated with a Diploma. Rebecca Appleget of Sigourney graduated with an AA degree.
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Sigourney Health Care staff and families were rocking the Christmas spirit Saturday evening. Our first stop was our residents in our facility and then we loaded our bus and headed out into the community singing Christmas cheer.
Webster United Methodist Bethal United Methodist St.Marys Sigourney English Valley Inter Church Council Presbyterian Church Sigourney Christian Church Delta Christian Church Church of the Brethen Delta Ruritain Stick to it club Kinze Tops club 1344 Boy Scouts troop 52 American Legion Auxilary 319 Keswick Maya Ingalls Drew Worrell Websters Lonnie Bell Morrisons Norman Glandon Harrison Moore Dean Applegate Linda & Leroy James Payton Richardson Tim Richardson
Hedrick City Council Minutes December 5, 2016 The Hedrick City Council met in regular session on Monday, December 5, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. in the Library, with Mayor Crawford presiding. Council present: Jeremy Greiner, Kathryn Cernic, Travis Bunnell and Mike Mefford via cellular phone. Council absent: Cory Frye. Others present: Steve Davis, Faye Davis, Sheri Dehne, C. J. Eilers, Glen Sackett and Bob McReynolds. Greiner made a motion to approve the agenda. Bunnell seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. Cernic made a motion to approve the minutes of the November meeting. Bunnell seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. Greiner made a motion to approve the Clerk’s Financial Report. Bunnell seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. Bunnell made a motion to approve the employee’s time cards. Cernic seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. These bills were presented for payment: GENERAL Salaries, Net salaries and insurance $4,361.64 AFLAC, Clerk’s Insurance 31.20 IPERS, General IPERS 863.48 EFTPS, General Fed. FICA/Med. 1,346.23 Ann Spilman, MileageMeetings 76.95 U. S. Post Office, Library postage 113.78 Windstream, General phone bills 410.36 Alliant Energy, General electric bills 2,456.73 MidAmerican Energy, General gas bills 61.72 David Arduser, Mowing, etc. 500.00 Robin Keith, Comm. Center maintenance 200.00 Jennifer Carriker, City Hall/Library expenses 89.27 Dollar General, BBQ Days soup supper supplies 11.00 Menards, Community Center supplies 83.67 Electa Richards, Web Design fee 250.00 Baker & Taylor, Library books 131.49 DEMCO, Library supplies 367.51 Petty Cash, For VISA Card 103.95 Coast to Coast, Library supplies 184.27 First Responders, Monthly protection 200.00 Fire Department, Monthly donation 200.00 Data Technologies, License/ Support fee 3,353.89 Bailey Office Equipment, Calculator ink 4.33 Wex Bank, Vehicle supplies 80.25 Windstream, Fire Dept., phone bill 109.37 IMWCA, Workers’ comp. installment 665.00
J & S Electronic, Computer contracts 330.00 O’Reilly Auto Parts, Vehicle 23.60 Sonny’s Sales & Service, Vehicle 239.68 Menards, Shop supplies 35.96 Norris Asphalt Paving, Street projects 106,244.45 Douds Stone, LLC, Street supplies 317.70 Summit Companies, Civic Center inspection 294.00 Waste Management, Garbage fees 4,576.05 Mobile Locksmith & Alarm, Door repairs 232.00 General Total $128,549.53 WATER Salary, Net salary & insurance $ 1,043.58 IPERS, Water IPERS 203.85 EFTPS, Water Fed. FiCA/Med. 238.24 Windstream, Water phone bill 73.44 Alliant Energy, Water electric bill 40.46 United Parcel Service, Water sample postage 9.08 Bob McReynolds, School meals/mileage 147.30 Dustin Crawford, Water certification 50.00 Iowa Dept. of Natural Res., Test fee 30.00 Wapello Rural Water, Water usage 7,429.80 Hickenbottom, Water supplies 230.75 U. S. Cellular, Cell. Phone charges 67.35 Iowa Rural Water Assn., Membership dues 225.00 Iowa One Call, Locates 34.20 J & E Electronics, Computer contract 50.00 Water Total $9,873.05 SEWER Windstream, Sewer phone bill $150.42 Alliant Energy, Sewer electric bill 3,166.12 Richards Water Mgmt., Sewer contract 1,800.00 Wapello Rural Water, Sewer usage 38.11 Ottumwa Water Works, Sewer analysis 662.00 Iowa Pump Works, Sewer supplies and repairs 7,029.32 State Industrial Products, Drain maintenance 153.00 Sewer Total $12,998.97 CIVIC CENTER The Ottumwa Courier, Civic Center Advertising $192.25 Hy Vee, Brunch supplies 223.18 Elliott Oil Company, Brunch supplies 283.13 Dearborn Becker Roofing, Roof repair 186.72 Tommy Smith, Brunch supplies 209.42 Civic Center Total $1,094.70
RECEIPTS General Fund $25,832.97 Road Use Fund ,523.04 Trust & Agency $1,383.70 Water Fund $9,879.07 Sewer Fund $26,347.65 Civic Center $1,448.85 Total $73,415.28 Total in Hi Fi’s, Reserves, etc. $222,434.54 Bunnell made a motion to pay all of the bills, with the exception of the one to Norris Asphalt Paving. The Mayor and Mike Mefford will check with them about not paving N. Spring Street before the bill will be paid. Greiner seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. Progress on the animal control issue was the next item discussed. The Mayor will check with the state to see if the dealer’s license has been renewed and John Wehr, City Attorney, will be contacted about the status of the discovery questionnaire. Glen Sackett submitted a bid for the demolition of the house at 307 Park Street in the amount of $6,150.00. Greiner made a motion to postpone making a decision on this until a full Council is present. This will be put on the January agenda. Mr. Sackett stated that he would get the process started to fill the well at this address. The Council discussed some verbal complaints they have received on some properties and a junk motor vehicle in the City. Letters will be written to these residents. Bob McReynolds, Public Works Director, told the Council that his work truck needed new tires. Greiner made a motion to have him contact Sonny’s Repair Service and purchase 4 new tires. Bunnell seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. Mr. McReynolds also talked about the liability of the City when water repairs are being done. If it is a major repair and we hire a contractor to do the backhoe work, there was concern if a city employee should be helping or if the contractor’s employee should be. Our insurance agent will be contacted to get their advice on how to handle water repairs and what we would be covered for. Bunnell made a motion to adjourn at 7:42 p.m. Cernic seconded. Roll call – all ayes. Motion carried. Signed: Robert Crawford, Mayor Attest: Ann Spilman, City Clerk S50
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I want Santa to bring me… By Amie Van Patten Regional Editor Tri-County Preschool Adam Bos Rauch - Ninja turtles, Tranformers Raylynn Brackelsberg - toy dolls, a helicopter for my brother Dakotah Catherwood - toys that are green and a new bike Addalee Chittick - a new bike Aubree Cranston - a bicycle Kenneth Downs - a watergun with water and a new computer Lukas Fogle - a firetruck, combine and tractors Anna Gehrking - a guitar and germ x Owen Greene - a squirt gun and a big Leonardo that lives in the sewers Brecken Hoylman - a batman cave, the Polar Express train and a kids smart watch Graysen Lara - monster trucks, motorcylcles and race cars Allison Mather - a real life gold fish, cat and dog Ruthie Molyneux - an Elsa dollie, another dollie and a pink Barbie house Zola Molyneux - a real owl, watermelon germ x and a computer Bailey Moore - a dancing horse, and a baby for real Memphis Van Voltenburg - a bike, train and puzzles
Sigourney Head Start Cloud Bunker - a sleigh like Santa drives so I can zoom to the North Pole or a race car-because they are super fast too Matthew Cowles - a jack in the box, Iron Man that talks, and the bad Spiderman Lilith Hartwig - Lucky Ducky Barbie, Monster High Barbie, Easy Bake Oven Jocelynn Ingle - tablet, books, movies Liylah Luko - shoes, more shoes, clogging shoes, ball, Barbie dolls Aurelia Morgan - dollies, mommy dollies, dollie books Aisen Pence - Ninja Turtles, a huge dinosaur, tractor, kitties Kinslee Price - boy toys for Dawson Konner Stevens - real-life baby turkey, spiderman, toy trucks, man eating sharks and a boat to catch them Skye Stevens - Barbie house, magic carpet, baby, books, movies Zaiden Taylor - a house, presents and stars Tyson Tosh - toys, a box that Santa would smash, racing toys, boogeyman Taylor White - Legos, lego stands, a road for my legos with cars and tractors Aubree White - a dolly, grown up dolly, doggy dragon, light up dragon, real life bunny
The cast of The Song of Mary join together for “Silent Night” to close the performance.
UMC Youth deliver stirring performance of The Song of Mary By CJ Eilers News Editor The story of Christmas and the birth of Jesus is widely known and celebrated, but the United Methodist Church Youth Group took on the challenge of presenting a new angle through the eyes and lips of Mary in The Song of Mary. An older Mary (Rylie Shettler) opens to the production, tells her story to the doctor and historian, Luke (Josh Mohr) and relates it based on the gospel narrative. The play is broken into two other separate sets, with the other featuring the younger Mary (Abbey Danowsky) as recalled in the story presented by her older counterpart. Mary is to be wed to Joseph (Cale Jarmes) by her parents (Casey Jarmes, Madison Schwenke). Throughout the course of The Song of Mary the scenes are interwined with singing from both versions of Mary, the Angel Gabriel (Khloe Snakenberg) and Sarina Gretter providing the piano accompaniment plus her own solo. All the while, audiences are shown the struggles Mary and Joseph were forced to face from their family, fellow villagers and the trouble of their times. “We decided to go with more a drama because of our talent,” Kelly Mousel, the director of the play said. “Everyone focuses on Jesus, and even though it is all about him, we neglect to realize what Mary went through to get him here. We wanted to shock and awe the audience into ‘this is why we celebrate Christmas.” While their were plenty of parts to fill, the roles of Mary required strong female leads, which fits well with Danowsky and Shettler as
A younger version of Mary (Abbey Danowsky) sings a moving “Be Born in Me”. The play focuses the story of Mary, who was brought to live by Danowsky and Rylie Shettler as an older version. Mary, along with Snakenberg and Gretter in singing roles. “These girls fit certain parts and we used everyone where we could,” Mousel said. “We added solos to make sure each had a moment to shine. No matter what role Abbey has, she shines. She’s simply amazing.” According to Danowsky, taking on the role of Mary is a dream come true; as she watched other older girls play the role and always wanted to take it on herself. She rehearsed her part for a month and put it together quickly, but carefully. “This role is very special because it signifies my whole religion,” Danowsky said. “The best part about doing this role was bring people to God. It’s a powerful play, and it shows a side you don’t usually see with Christmas plays. It brings appreciation for what Mary sacri-
The Angel Gabriel (Khloe Snakenberg) sings “Gabriel’s Message”. The costume was designed by Connie Hammes. ficed and shows how nearly everyone turned against her and she still stayed faithful.” Gretter was asked to provide the piano accompaniment for the play. Having already known most of the songs from years of playing, Gretter took to her creativity to twist and perfected the songs for the production. She feels the songs worked well with the plot. “I thought that this play was going to be a run-of-your mill ‘here’s Mary, here’s Joseph, they go to Bethlehem and have a baby’, but this play, I feel, capitalizes the hardships everyone involved went through,” Gretter said. Members of the youth group per-
formed two shows on Saturday, Dec. 10 and Sunday, Dec. 11 as a way to raise funds for their trip to the Dominican Republic this coming summer. Free will offerings were accepted, and a bake sale was also featured afterwards.
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Mid-America Publishing acquires Aurelia Star
Mid-America Publishing Corporation is pleased to announce its purchase of The Aurelia Star and Marcell Publishing, LLC from Marci Brown, of Cherokee, effective December 14, 2016. The Star will be added to the Hampton-based corporations 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.” Marci’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 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. “We believe a local newspaper needs to have local content,” Grohe said. “That’s why our mission going forward with the Aurelia Star is the same as with every paper we publish, and that is to use the paper to tell the stories of the local residents, report on local events, and provide strong coverage of local government at the city, county, and school district levels. We’ve been very happy with the product the staff in Ida Grove and Holstein has been able to produce since ownership changes there and we fully expect to replicate our success there here in Aurelia by providing unique content, compelling photos and quality journalism for the folks in the region.” The publication will join Mid-America’s portfolio of weekly newspapers which aside from the Courier, Advance, and Ida County Reminder also include: The Calm-
The Aurelia Star will be added to Mid-America Publishing’s growing roster of 31 weekly newspapers and shoppers. ar 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 EclipseNews-Review; the Wright County Monitor, in Clarion and Dows; the Eagle Grove Eagle; the Buffalo Center Tribune, The Pioneer Enterprise (Rockwell-Thornton), 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 Chair-
man and corporate Vice President. The Grohe family has extensive ties to 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. From the outset, several major changes will be evident with the Star. Namely, as part of the changeover the newspaper’s billing and circulation will be consolidated to the company’s home office in Hampton effective immediately. The printing of the newspaper will also move to the company’s Hampton facility and a new website and Facebook presence for the newspaper will be launched within a few weeks. The newspaper will continue with its same email address however which will remain Aurstar@gmail.com. The paper will also retain its current mailing address. To reach the office, please call the Ida Grove location at 712-364-3131 for immediate assistance during business hours. Readers will note that the newsstand price will also be increasing from .75 cents to $1 effective next week and will be available at all of the same newsstand locations by Tuesday afternoons at 3 p.m. Also, effective immediately fees for publication of full obituaries will be $25. Engagement and birthday announcements will now cost $5 as well while a wedding announcement will be $10. As far as the actual paper itself, the paper size will be a slightly wider format, expanding from a 25.5-inch web to a 28-inch web format. The format reflects the width of all other Mid-America papers which will allows advertising customers the opportunity to easily place advertising from the Star into any of the company’s other newspapers, and allows Mid-America to include other area social news and photographs of possible interest to local readers seamlessly into the format. Readers can find more information on this story and additional coverage of the newspaper’s transition in next week’s Star. Thank you for your past, present and future support of the Aurelia Star!
Live Radio Show Lit Up Daily Auditorium
By RD KEEP The Sun OSKALOOSA – Nothing seemed out of the ordinary until Evelyn Reed received the telegram. Lee Wright, already high-strung, was ready to jump off the deep end. The reality of WVL’s viability hinged upon the successful performance of a radio show. Problem is the cast was stuck in a snowstorm and the backstage workers of the station had to determine the course? Set in the 1940s, the staff quickly formed together to present Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” before a live studio audience. A cast of four would attempt to perform the show, a holiday favorite for generations of Americans. The show took center stage at Daily Auditorium on Dec. 7. Josh Wright, Lauren Kriel, Strother Stingley and Kirstin Leigh Daniel took care of the onstage events while CM Garrison served as stage manag- It’s A Wonderful Life delighted audiences at George Daily Audier. The on stage quartet provided the torium on Wednesday, Dec. 7 voices of the entire cast of the Capra’s actors to easily move from the micro- into their show. show. The show was written by Willie phones to the sound prop table. For nearly two hours the audience Repoley and adapted to the stage in As the show is set in a radio the- was transported back to the radio 2009 for the Immediate Theatre Proj- atre there must be commercials. days when crowds would pack into ect. Repoley’s rendition holds very The cast included a plug for event a radio station’s auditorium to see close to the movie/television version. sponsor Clow Valve Company at the entertainment. Audience members The show at the Daily was performed beginning of the second half of the would applaud when the sign came before a near capacity crowd and did show. The plug included history and on and became intertwined with the not disappoint. what had recently occurred with the cast. Costume designer Deborah R. Aus- company’s acquisition of Iowa Valve Theatregoers were also treated to tin was spot on in the period-clad Company in the 1940s. It was obvious Christmas songs in the lobby setting actors with precise colors. The cos- Immediate Theatre Project under- the stage for the show. The rendition tumes not only brought each of the stands the need to thank sponsors, was once again another hit for The characters alive, they allowed the but include the local points of interest Daily Auditorium staff.
Ella Coffman and Leah Shannahan Jeff Montgomery solos on the intro to “A Child is Born.” perform “All I Want for Christmas.”
English Valleys Music Program drums up spirit of the holidays By CJ Eilers News Editor English Valleys Junior and Senior High music ensembles gathered under one roof to perform a fun medley of concert tunes and Christmvas classics in the secondary gym full of family members and community friends on Thursday, Dec. 8. The music began with the junior high band a mix of traditional band arrangement, a Christmas medley entitled “Holly Wreath Medley” and “Crusin’”, The junior high choir followed with two Christmas tunes; “All On A Silent Night” and “It’s Beginning to Look Like Christmas.” English Valleys Jr/Sr High band director, Nile Dusdieker conducted the high school bands through three pieces-“The Goldman Band” by Karl King, Castlebay
Overture composed by J. Ployhar, and an interestingv arrangement of “Greensleeves.” Next up where two choirs-the Treble Choir and Mixed Chorus-under the direction of Lauren Parrish. All six tunes played between the two choirs were Christmas songs ranging from “All I Want for Christmas” to “Mary Did You Know?” The performances also featured solos by Ella Coffman and Leah Shannahan on “All I Want for Christmas” and Lyla Klett on “Christmas Glory Hallelujah.” Closing out the night on a high note, Dusdieker returned one more time to direct the school jazz band, which first took on “A Child is Born.” Jeffrey Montgomery soloed on the bugle, with Bryson Grove taking a turn with a solo on the same tune. Next, the ensemble played the swingin’ “Jersey Bounce” with Jacquelyn Barney and Montgomery both soloing on trumpet
Sigourney Junior/Senior High School A Honor Roll (3.5 GPA and above)*4.0 GPA Trimester 1 Fall 2016 12th Grade Savannah Atwood* Tanner Bos Abbey Danowsky Sierra Green Cooper Greiner Luke Hames* Kelsey Runnells Samantha Sande* Allison Schroeder Joseph Spangenburg Kendall Streigle Collin Svenby Bailey Tinnes Lindsey Wheeldon 11th Grade Hayley Abell Autum Barthelman Heather Cline Isaac Cowman Caleigh Dale Payton Elwood Tanner Halleran Luke House Nicholas Ives Caitlyn Kuntz* Madison McNurlen Macintier Myers Kaleb Reeves Bailey Spurgin
Sydney Striegel* Nolan Wehr* 10th Grade Jasmine Abell* Gabrielle Atwood Summer Barthelman Tristan Bell Zechariah Boender Macklin Conrad* Carson Crawford Brooke Donald Alexander Gann Nicholas Goad* Gregory Gott* Lainey Graff Dustin Haines Cale Jarmes Grace Kuntz* Ryleigh Leonard Merrick McRunnels Bailey Redlinger Autumn Reed Gerard Samson* Madison Schwenke Brett Striegel* Ian Terfehn* Paige Thompson Savhannah White* 9th Grade Dawson Baumert*
Sarah Bombei Heidi Clarahan Richard Danowsky Mason Dye Noel Garringer Zane Hahn Kale Hemsley Trent Hendricks Ben House* Jacob Ives* Eric Johnson* Paul Montgomery Danielle Richard Hunter Schwab Mackenzie Sieren Jacob Steffens Shelby Stein Megan Stuhr 8th Grade Joselyn Abell Sydney Atwood Trace Bell Alexis Bringman Morgan Clubb Corrine Donald Gunner Goff Liberty Hahn Zoe Hahn Rassir Higginbotham Alyssa Landgrebe
Hannah Lucas Katherine McLaughlin Joshua Mohr Mason Moore Sidney Morse Dana O’Neill Natalie Redlinger Cameron Thompson Kaylee Weber 7th Grade Hannah Alderson Addison Baumert* Samantha Bombei Hope deRegnier Jackson Droz Emma Gilliland Joel Goldman Rylee Godlman Justin Graff* Samual Greiner Madelynn Hornback Isabelle Ireland Josephine Kuntz Cade Molyneux Madison Richard Claire Svenby Reagan Talbert Julia VanEe Sophie Whitmore
Sigourney Junior/Senior High School B Honor Roll (3.0 to 3.49 GPA) Trimester 1 Fall 2016 12th Grade Benjamin Appleget Jetta Bell Kaden Benson Cian Borra Autumn Clubb Tyler Crawford Samantha deRegnier Bryce Goldman Sarina Gretter Zane Kracht William Magill Aaron Michel Megan Montgomery Avery Moore Noah Reeves 11th Grade Erica Bethune Samantha Bird Leah Carter
Casey Jarmes Johnathon Klett Macie Leonard Madysen Leonard Riley Mousel Kennedy Seaba-Wilkinson Rylie Shettler Bryson Smothers Parker Stevens Thomas Stout Brooke Waechter Katelyn Williams C.J. Witkowski III 10th Grade Jesse Fritz Sloane Magill Spencer Magill Jordan VanEe Cole Weber 9th Grade
Delta Kids Club Christmas Party
Gavin Bird Serenity Buehneman Dayne Fisher Samuel Fowler Nichole Gokey Makenna Hammes Stacia Hammes Brady Powers Dylan Sereg Dawson Smith Zeke Webb 8th Grade Bryson Arduser Jordan Boockoff Alex Dobbins Isabella Elwood Peyton Glandon Brock Halleran Alexis Logsdon Owen Mitchell
Liberty Palmer Jocelyn Price Carson Runnells Lily Schmidt Dylan Shipley Maltese Thomas Carter Wallerich Shayla Woods 7th Grade Emma Adrian Dominic Bensmiller Maizy Cowman Luke Hammes Raegan Rozenboom Bo Schmidt Aidan Schuster Ethan Shifflet Caitlin Smith Zach Smithart Emma Witzenburg
The Delta Kids Club had their Christmas party on Wednesday, Dec. 7 and celebrated with games, a white elephant gift exchange, and treats. Next meeting is January 4th from 6-7 pm in the basement of the Delta Christian Church.
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AREA SPORTS: WRESTLING Panthers gut out two duel
victories at Cardinal Thursday
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EV wrestlers take third at Tri-County Invite Harper taking care of work Saturday at 195 lbs.
Clay Harper is 195 lb. champion wrestling at his team’s TC Invite Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor THORNBURG- Clay Harper was the lone Tri-County wrestler on Saturday, Dec. 10 as the Trojans hosted their annual Tri-County Invite. Harper wrestled very well at 195 lbs. and went 2-0 on the day, winning his weight class. Harper continues to be one of the top contenders for his weight as the season picks up, and he showed why, especially in the Championship match against Jayson Krakow of Iowa Valley, who is a top ten-ranked wrestler at 195. Harper faced Brock Pelfrey of
Iowa City West and defeated Pelfrey by fall 3:51 into the match. Harper then went on to wrestle a good championship match against a talented Krakow, defeating the Iowa Valley stud 3-1 in a match that went the length. Overall, the tournament had a tremendous turnout, as there were a lot of good wrestlers from all around the area, including several top-tier wrestlers who have State titles on their mind. One of those wrestlers with high expectations for things to come would have to be Clay Harper, as he continues to wrestle very good for the Trojans.
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor THORNBURG- The English Valleys Bears wrestling team had a good showing at Tri-County on Saturday, Dec. 10 as they took third place overall out of 13 teams. EV had eight wrestler’s compete in the tourney, and seven of them finished in the top four, with the eighth, Cael Hester, wrestled up a weight class at 170 lbs. EV scored 111.0 points to beat out Columbus Junction in the team scores and place in the top four. Zach Axmear was named the tournament’s outstanding wrestler. Starting at 106 lbs. EV took fourth with Tanner Mihal losing a decision in the third place match 8-4 to West Branch’s Tyler Siemen. Seth
Thompson fell to Tyler Landgrebe of EBF in the 113 lb. championship match. Thompson wrestled really well on the day beating a couple good wrestlers to get to the championship match. Cooper Andreassen won the 126 lb. bracket beating Columbus’s Armando Quiroz in the championship match. Wyatt Olson improved to 9-4 on the year and took home third at 145 lbs. winning a 5-1 decision. Zach Axmear improved to 11-0 as he made quick work of Joey Boyer of EBF in the 152 lb. first place match. Axmear wrestled great on the day, and was well deserving of being named the tourney’s top wrestler. Andrew Fisher took fourth in 160 lbs., and John Fisher took fourth place at 182 lbs.
Pleasantville (PLEA) 36.00 Sigourney (SIGO) 42.00 113: Gidien Goff (SIGO) over (PLEA) (For.) 120: Cale Jarmes (SIGO) over (PLEA) (For.) 126: Alex Bartels (PLEA) over (SIGO) (For.) 132: Drew Bartels (PLEA) over Nick Ives (SIGO) (Dec 3-2) 138: Zech Boender (SIGO) over Devon Flesher (PLEA) (Fall 0:33) 145: Trent Hendricks (SIGO) over (PLEA) (For.) 152: Cale Anthony (PLEA) over Cian Borra (SIGO) (Fall 3:55) 160: Griffen McBride (PLEA) over Alec Schuster (SIGO) (Dec 11-4) 170: Cael Lester (PLEA) over Nate Schuster (SIGO) (Fall 0:41) 182: Noah Reeves (SIGO) over Austin Flesher (PLEA) (Fall 1:46) 195: Kaleb Reeves (SIGO) over Evan Mann (PLEA) (Fall 0:14) 220: Chaz Clark (PLEA) over (SIGO) (For.) 285: Will Anthony (PLEA) over Cooper Greiner (SIGO) (Fall 5:39) 106: Mason Dye (SIGO) over (PLEA) (For.) Sigourney (SIGO) 40.00 PCM (PCM) 39.00 120: Clay VanWyk (PCM) over (SIGO)
(For.) 126: Chace Palm (PCM) over (SIGO) (For.) 132: Nick Ives (SIGO) over Kaeden VanSoelen (PCM) (Fall 2:30) 138: Zech Boender (SIGO) over Drew Johnson (PCM) (MD 12-3) 145: Cody Wallace (PCM) over Trent Hendricks (SIGO) (Dec 9-8) 152: Xavier Miller (PCM) over Cian Borra (SIGO) (Fall 3:56) 160: Wes Cummings (PCM) over Greg Gott (SIGO) (Fall 0:29) 170: Jarron Trausch (PCM) over Nate Schuster (SIGO) (Fall 0:40) 182: Noah Reeves (SIGO) over (PCM) (For.) 195: Kaleb Reeves (SIGO) over Leevi Telfer (PCM) (Fall 0:09) 220: Noah Boender (SIGO) over Clayton Welch (PCM) (Fall 0:51) 285: Cooper Greiner (SIGO) over (PCM) (For.) 106: Mason Dye (SIGO) over Jakeb Fenton (PCM) (Fall 1:15) 113: Payton Drake (PCM) over Cale Jarmes (SIGO) (Fall 1:56) Sigourney (SIGO) 39.00 Bondurant-Farrar (BOFA) 38.00 106: Colby Lillegard (BOFA) over Mason Dye (SIGO) (Dec 4-2) 113: Austin Nash (BOFA) over Gidien Goff (SIGO) (Fall 0:06) 120: Aiden Lewis (BOFA) over Cale Jarmes (SIGO) (Fall 4:34) 126: Neal Larsen (BOFA) over (SIGO) (For.) 132: Walter Long (BOFA) over Nick Ives (SIGO) (TF 18-3 5:25) 138: Zech Boender (SIGO) over Ivan Kruse (BOFA) (Fall 1:40) 145: Trent Hendricks (SIGO) over Cody Hall (BOFA) (MD 2010) 152: Cian Borra (SIGO) over Shawn Glaser (BOFA) (Fall 4:42) 160: Jakob Oleson (BOFA) over Greg Gott (SIGO) (Fall 0:59) 170: Dalton Meyer (BOFA) over Nate Schuster (SIGO) (Fall 0:19) 182: Noah Reeves (SIGO) over Eden Dearden (BOFA) (Fall 3:39) 195: Kaleb Reeves (SIGO) over Louis Long (BOFA) (TF 15-0 4:36) 220: Noah Boender (SIGO) over (BOFA) (For.) 285: Cooper Greiner (SIGO) over (BOFA) (For.)
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Sigourney-Keota wrestles well at Mount Vernon Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor MOUNT VERNON- The SK wrestling team split-up on Saturday, Dec. 10, sending half their wrestlers to Marion for a junior varsity tourney, and taking about half to Mount Vernon for a varsity meet. They had success at both places, and had several wrestlers make big strides at the JV tourney, and saw several of their experienced wrestlers place high at Mount Vernon SK took seven wrestlers to Mount Vernon, with six placing in the top six. Mason Dye improved to 10-4 on the season taking sixth at 106 lbs. Dye was 1-2 on the day, beating Matt Collett of Washington by fall. Zech Boender was the lone wrestler who didn’t place at 138 lbs., but he wrestled both of
his matches hard forcing both into decisions. Alec Schuster won fifth place for 160 lbs. going 2-1 on the day, winning the fifth place match over Mason Rudkin by fall (1:23). Noah Reeves improved to 12-2 on the season placing fifth winning the 162 lb. fifth place match over Collin Murphy by fall (2:46). Kaleb Reeves placed third at 195 lbs. , losing his first match of the season, but wrestling back to take third with a pin of Tanner Murphy at 3:15 into the match. Noah Boender took first place overall at 220 lbs. winning a 4-2 decision over Jack Cochrane of Mount Vernon, and Cooper Greiner took home third place at 285, improving to 11-2 on the season and winning a wild 9-8 decision over Tommy Pudil in the third place match.
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sity from the first duel with them, as they were able to fight their way to a 27.00 to 18.00 victory over Cardinal. The first three matches were double forfeits across the board, so no harm was done with Pekin lacking in lightweight wrestlers at the moment. Then, Pekin won at 126 with Cardinal unable to fill that class. At 132, Zach Hammes made quick work of Noel Martinez pinning him in 47 seconds. Isaiah Wittrock lost a close, hard-fought match to Kade Chance of Cardinal at 138 lbs. (7-5 decision). After a double forfeit at 145 lbs., there was another hard-fought, rarely seen, sudden victory overtime loss by Pekin’s Drake Hardison at 152 lbs. to Trey Albert. Baker won at 160 lbs., followed again by Baayen at 170 to really be the deciding matches of this duel, as Hixson fell at 182 lbs. for Pekin and Ted Criswell fell at 285. Connor Reed did win by forfeit at 220 lbs. which helped, but the matches that Kaden Baker fought, winning over Brody Adam by fall at 3:08, and Keaton Baayen, won by decision over Andrew Martinez 10-4, were as said the deciding factors. Two very hard fought victories for Pekin as a team, and a great night of Panther wrestling made for a fun-filled and exciting evening at Cardinal High School.
Pekin wrestling at Oakland Riverside tourney Saturday Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor RIVERSIDE- Pekin took eight wrestlers to Riverside Saturday, Dec. 10 and they had mixed results between them, as the team continues to gain experience on the season. Pekin had two wrestlers finish as high as second and seven of the eight placed in the top six. Pekin will continue their season Dec. 15 when they host their Pekin Invite. Below are the results for Pekin on Saturday.
Sigourney goes 3-0 at PCM Tuesday Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor MONROE- SK found themselves in three very hard fought duels on Tuesday, Dec. 6. at Prarie City Monroe High School. SK won three duels over Bondurant-Farrar (39.00-38.00), PCM (40.00-39.00) and Pleasantville (42.00-36.00). These were three very good duels as SK continues to tune-up against top-level competition. Noah Reeves, Kaleb Reeves, Noah Boender and Cooper Greiner all had good nights for SK. Below is how the scoring for these duels broke down, and whom SK’s wrestlers went up against. SK continues a stellar beginning to their season with the sweep at PCM.
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor ELDON- The Pekin Panthers came to wrestle Thursday, Dec. 8 at Cardinal high School, as they took home two big dual victories. The first was over West Burlington/ Notre Dame/Danville (WBND), and the second was against the host school, Cardinal Community High. These wins look to provide a huge momentum boost for Pekin as the season really begins to heat up. WBND came out of the gates with a couple victories in 106 lbs., 120 lbs., both by forfeit, and 126 with Wayne Briggs defeating Elijah Sieren. The Panthers got a forfeit victory of their own at 132 lbs. to get on the board. Then, Isaiah Wittrock won a tight 138 lbs. match 5-4 over Caleb LaLonde. The Panthers then lost at 145-lbs before going on a five match win streak from 152 lbs. to 195 lbs. Kaden baker, Keaton Baayen, Jordan Hixson and Connor Reed all pinned their opponents at these classes and won convincingly to help propel the Panthers into a big lead. Even losing several matches down the stretch wasn’t enough for WBND to come back as the Panthers held them off for the 36.00 to 30.00 final. The boys went on to wrestle Cardinal, and they brought the inten-
126 - Elijah Sieren (7-7) placed 5th and scored 13.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Elijah Sieren (Pekin-Packwood) 7-7 received a bye () (Bye) Quarterfinal - Drake Smith (Savannah) 14-1 won by fall over Elijah Sieren (Pekin-Packwood) 7-7 (Fall 1:43) Cons. Round 2 - Elijah Sieren (Pekin-Packwood) 7-7 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 3 - Elijah Sieren (Pekin-Packwood) 7-7 won by fall over Robert Pace (AHSTW) 3-9 (Fall 1:38) Cons. Semi - Gabe Smith (Riverside) 8-3 won by fall over Elijah Sieren (Pekin-Packwood) 7-7 (Fall 1:14) 5th Place Match - Elijah Sieren (Pekin-Packwood) 7-7 won by fall over Ryan Guy (Woodbine) 9-9 (Fall 2:25) 132 - Zach Hammes (10-1) placed 2nd and scored 18.00 team points. Quarterfinal - Zach Hammes (Pekin-Packwood) 10-1 won by fall over Reid Chambers (Riverside) 3-7 (Fall 0:50) Semifinal - Zach Hammes (Pekin-Packwood) 10-1 won by decision over Zach Harms (Shenandoah) 11-4 (Dec 10-7) 1st Place Match - Garret Thompson (Logan-Magnolia) 12-2 won by tech fall over Zach Hammes (Pekin-Packwood) 10-1 (TF-1.5 6:00 (17-2)) 138 - Isaiah Wittrock (7-5) place is unknown and scored 7.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Isaiah Wittrock (Pekin-Packwood) 7-5 won by fall over Hunter Hodges (Riverside) 1-2 (Fall 5:56) Quarterfinal - Dean Foster (Savannah) 13-4 won by fall over Isaiah Wittrock (Pekin-Packwood) 7-5 (Fall 1:43) Cons. Round 2 - Isaiah Wittrock (Pekin-Packwood) 7-5 won by fall over Dayton Wood (Woodbine) 2-7 (Fall 1:59) Cons. Round 3 - Hunter Lynch (Adair Casey Guthrie Center) 6-6 won by decision over Isaiah Wittrock (Pekin-Packwood) 7-5 (Dec 6-3) 152 - Drake Harbison (4-2) placed 3rd and scored 17.00 team points. Quarterfinal - Drake Harbison (Pekin-Packwood) 4-2 won by major decision over Otis Matejka (Riverside) 5-5 (MD 12-2) Semifinal - Brady Wilson (Logan-Magnolia) 11-1 won by major decision over Drake Harbison (Pekin-Packwood) 4-2 (MD 11-3) Cons. Semi - Drake Harbison (Pekin-Packwood) 4-2 won by fall over Tim Rogers (Shenandoah) 4-7 (Fall 3:51)
3rd Place Match - Drake Harbison (Pekin-Packwood) 4-2 won by fall over Brock Cunningham (Savannah) 6-5 (Fall 3:54) 160 - Kaden Baker (8-6) placed 5th and scored 9.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Kaden Baker (Pekin-Packwood) 8-6 received a bye () (Bye) Quarterfinal - Brant Price (Savannah) 15-1 won by fall over Kaden Baker (Pekin-Packwood) 8-6 (Fall 2:41) Cons. Round 2 - Kaden Baker (Pekin-Packwood) 8-6 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 3 - Kaden Baker (Pekin-Packwood) 8-6 won by decision over Cole Bruns (Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton) 8-6 (Dec 7-1) Cons. Semi - Nick Dickerson (Shenandoah) 12-4 won by major decision over Kaden Baker (Pekin-Packwood) 8-6 (MD 12-1) 5th Place Match - Kaden Baker (Pekin-Packwood) 8-6 won by decision over Dalton Reisz (Logan-Magnolia) 10-7 (Dec 5-1) 170 - Keaton Baayen (10-2) placed 2nd and scored 23.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Keaton Baayen (Pekin-Packwood) 10-2 received a bye () (Bye) Quarterfinal Keaton Baayen (Pekin-Packwood) 10-2 won by fall over Tyler Needham (Papillion-LaVista South) 10-4 (Fall 1:02) Semifinal - Keaton Baayen (Pekin-Packwood) 10-2 won by fall over Gavyn Fischer (AHSTW) 7-7 (Fall 3:14) 1st Place Match - Kyle Owens (Shenandoah) 14-1 won by fall over Keaton Baayen (Pekin-Packwood) 10-2 (Fall 5:02) 182 - Jordan Hixson (5-7) placed 6th and scored 7.00 team points. Quarterfinal - Jordan Hixson (Pekin-Packwood) 5-7 won by forfeit over Thomas Peasley (West Harrison) 6-5 (For.) Semifinal - James Rowe (Shenandoah) 13-1 won by fall over Jordan Hixson (Pekin-Packwood) 5-7 (Fall 2:54) Cons. Semi - Chris Darnold (East Mills) 6-6 won by decision over Jordan Hixson (Pekin-Packwood) 5-7 (Dec 14-7) 5th Place Match - Caden Larson (AHSTW) 2-2 won by fall over Jordan Hixson (Pekin-Packwood) 5-7 (Fall 5:38) 195 - Connor Reed (7-4) placed 6th and scored 9.00 team points. Champ. Round 1 - Connor Reed (Pekin-Packwood) 7-4 received a bye () (Bye) Quarterfinal Reide Meeker (Logan-Magnolia) 10-6 won by decision over Connor Reed (Pekin-Packwood) 7-4 (Dec 8-1) Cons. Round 2 - Connor Reed (Pekin-Packwood) 7-4 received a bye () (Bye) Cons. Round 3 - Connor Reed (Pekin-Packwood) 7-4 won by forfeit over Jade Orton (West Harrison) 3-7 (For.) Cons. Semi - Erik Jorgensen (AHSTW) 8-5 won by fall over Connor Reed (Pekin-Packwood) 7-4 (Fall 1:09) 5th Place Match - Reide Meeker (Logan-Magnolia) 10-6 won by fall over Connor Reed (Pekin-Packwood) 7-4 (Fall 1:34)
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EV girls fall at Belle Plaine 43-29
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor BELLE PLAINE- The English Valleys Bears fell on the road at Belle Plaine by 14 on Friday, Dec. 9. The Bears really lost the game in the second quarter when they were outscored by 13 points. Audrey Grove was very efficient once again for the Bears, and as a team they played pretty good defense in yet another game, but their struggles offensively have held them back in the early part of this season thus far. EV did play BP to a tie in the second half at 18-18, but that 13-point deficit in the second quarter, coupled with trailing by one after a quarter of play, led to the ending point differential. Belle Plaine English Valleys
9 16 7 11 43 8 3 14 4 29
Pekin girls get back on track Friday against Wapello 52-43 Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor PEKIN- The Panthers had a few days off to rest after their hard fought defeat at Lone Tree on Tuesday, but on Friday Pekin was back at home hosting Wapello. The Panthers showed some fatigue early on struggling offensively for the first quarter and into the second. Then, they jumped out and took a 27-12-halftime lead. After a third quarter which saw both teams score 11, Pekin was outscored in the fourth 20-14, but they were able to hold on and get the 52-43 victory on Friday, Dec. 10. Maci Gambell was tremendous once again scoring 25 points and grabbing 14 rebounds. Maci also blocked three shots on the night, being the only Panther to log a block in the game. Kaylee Linder scored 11 points and snagged eight rebounds. Faith Oostra added seven points also for the Panthers. Pekin goes to 3-2 on the season. Pekin played New London Saturday at home, and will travel to Highland on Tuesday before heading back home to play Columbus on Friday night.
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Elle Ayers tries to drive on Summer Barthelman in Sigourney’s Brooke Waechter with a nice the second half of Friday night’s game. inside bucket against EV.
Savage girls defeat EV Bears 54-26 Tuesday Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor SIGOURNEY- The Savages continue to play sound defense and fast-paced offense en rout to a 4-0 start after defeating a gritty EV team 54-26. It was a four-point game after the first quarter, after that Sigourney steadily built on their lead until the end with the final being 54-26. It was a 28-point margin of victory for Sigourney on Tuesday Dec. 6. Audrey Grove led the way for EV as she scored 11 points, adding three boards, two steals and two blocks. After Grove scoring was tough to come by for the Bears. Maleah Ackerman had four points, as did Elle Ayers. The Bears were 11 of 44 from the field as a team. The Bears did have eight offensive rebounds as a team, they had difficulties through the night dealing with the Savages defensive pressure, and that translated in a more than average amount of turnovers for the Bears. EV falls to 1-3 on the season with the loss. The Savages were led in scoring by Brooke Waechter who had 13
EV’s Audrey Grove with the shot. points and Autum Barthelman with 12. Barthelman also added four assists and four steals. Megan Stuhr added nine points off the bench, and Anna Ohland had a good night with eight points and six boards. Summer Barthelman was terrific scoring seven points and adding four rebounds, three assists and eight steals on the evening. The Savages had 25 steals as a team, along with the 12 from
Rough third quarter is the difference for TC girls Tuesday vs. Belle Plaine Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor THORNBURGTri-County played a tough Belle Plaine team on Tuesday, Dec. 6. They played very well for a half, but then the critical third quarter rolled along and a TC ten point differential, basically was the difference in this game as TC fell 42-31. TC was only down 20-18 at the half, but a 2213 second half differential cost the Trojans a home victory. Katlyn Little played fantastic in the loss for TC as she had 20 points on nine of 15 shooting. Little added 12 rebounds, two assists and two steals. Michaela Lundy was
the other offensive outlet for the Trojans as she posted eight points, nine boards, an assist, a steal and a blocked shot. Allison Steinke had three points, four boards, two assists and two blocks on the night. These three girls made up the entirety of the Trojans offensive production in the game. The loss puts TC to 2-3 on the season and 1-3 in conference play. TC will look to get more production on offense moving forward and will look to find out which girl, or girls, will step up to the challenge. Tri-County Belle Plaine
11 7 1 12 31 11 9 11 11 42
Pekin girls lose thrilling triple-overtime game at Lone Tree Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor LONE TREE- The Panthers played in a great basketball game Thursday, Dec. 8 at Lone Tree, in which three overtime periods were needed to determine the victor. Lone Tree prevailed over Pekin 50-47 when it was all said and done. Pekin jumped out to an 8-7 lead after the first quarter, and had a 21-14 halftime lead. The second half was very back and forth, as Lone Tree erased their deficit and at the end of regulation it was all tied up at 33. The first overtime period saw both teams having opportunities to seal the deal, but inevitably this one was destined to continue, being tied at 39 headed to overtime period number two. Again, both squads saw chances to put the game away, but after a second overtime Pekin and Lone Tree
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were still knotted up at 43 apiece. In the Third overtime, Lone Tree hit the big shots to finish off the Panthers and win one of the most exciting girls high school basketball games in Iowa so far this season. Pekin had a huge night from junior Maci Gambell, who was perfect shooting on the night going eight for eight from the field, and four for four from the free throw line. Gambell had 23 points, 15 rebounds, three blocked shots, two steals and an assist. Five of her boards were on the offensive end, as she was a beast on the boards all night long. Haley Gambell had ten points and was also perfect shooting on the night, hitting all three of her field goals and all four of her free throws. Haley added four rebounds, two steals and an assist. Kaylee Linder had a decent night with seven points, eight boards and two steals.
Zoey Wright had three points, three rebounds, three assists and four steals. Shea Dahlstrom had four steals, three assists, two rebounds and two points as well for Pekin. The Panther’s fall for the second straight game, and they fall to 2-2 on the season overall. If ever there was a loss that a team could honestly say they left it all out there, this would have to be in that category. This was an incredible game that saw two good teams play tough, gritty basketball for four quarters and three overtime periods, and unfortunately, Pekin came up just short of a good early-season win. A great effort though, but the Panthers will look to get back into the winning column as the season picks up here in December. Pekin Lone Tree
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the Barthelman sisters; Brooke Waechter added five to the team’s total. The Savages did struggle a bit from 3 going one for 14 on the night from behind the arc. Sigourney remains undefeated on the season at 4-0 and looks to continue to play great basketball moving forward. Sigourney E-V
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Jordan Van Ee with a shot late against Keota Friday.
Savage girls continue excellent play with road win at Keota Friday 58-19 Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor KEOTA- Sigourney shot light out, and their defense was spectacular in their victory over Keota on Friday, Dec. 9 at Keota. Sigourney continued to play tough defense accumulating 17 steals as a team. They also won the battle of the boards getting 14 offensive rebounds on the night. The team shot seven of 18 from 3 to bring the long-ball back in the mix. The Savages took care of the Eagles 58-19 when it was all said and done, moving to 5-0 on the season with a big week of basketball ahead with three games in five days, all of which are at home. Nine different girls scored for Sigourney, with Autum Barthelman once again leading the way. She had 18 points on the night to go with three rebounds, two assists and five steals. Leah Carter was the only other Savage in double figures as she scored 12 adding a couple boards and two steals. Brooke Waechter had another productive night posting nine points, eight rebounds, five
steals and an assist. Sigourney also got contributions from Savhannah White; six points two boards, Megan Stuhr; four points, three boards and an assist, and Sloane Magill, four points, two rebounds, an assist and a steal. A very balanced night offensively for the Savages, and a very gritty defensive performance once again. The biggest take away is how quick Sigourney is and how they use their speed to periodically go on scoring spurts. These runs are usually assisted by the relentless defense the Savages have played thus far this season. The two areas that they would like to see improvement would have to be turnovers, as they have 88 through their five games, and fouls committed, 20 team fouls against Keota. If they can get both of those down, they have a chance to play even cleaner basketball than they have already been playing. The Savages are now 4-0 in conference play and look to extend their win streak into this week and beyond.
TC girls use a huge second quarter to help propel them to a 51-33 victory at Iowa Valley Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor MARENGO- TC girls played terrific Friday, Dec. 9; especially in a pivotal second quarter that opened up what was a one-point lead after one quarter, to a 17-point halftime lead. TC would go on to win 51-33 over the Tigers of Iowa Valley. As
a team TC was 21 for 44 from the field. They had 12 assists on their 21 field goals, and had 11 team steals playing very tough defense. Katlyn Little and Michaela Lundy each scored 20 for the Trojans, with Little adding 15 rebounds and Lundy 11. The Trojans are now 3-3 on the season as they will play at
Sigourney Tuesday, then come back home to play North Mahaska on Friday this week. TC continues to play tough defense and Little and Lundy have been a great one-two scoring tandem in the SICL thus far. Tri-County Iowa Valley
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Sigourney’s Kyle Weber on defense against Keota Friday. Sigourney’s Spencer Magill attempts to thread a pass by EV’s Jeff Montgomery.
Sigourney’s Dustin Haines.
Sigourney and English Valleys boys come down to last shot
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor SIGOURNEY- The Savages earned their second victory of the young season on Tuesday Dec. 6, but not without a major challenge from a scrappy English Valleys Bears team that played with the Savages every step of the way. Turnovers were a major stat in this game as both teams had their fair share of them, but it was an entertaining contest nonetheless and proved to come down to the very last possession before being decided by a missed EV 3 at the buzzer. Sigourney was able to hold off EV and earn the victory 50-47. Sigourney lost their leading scorer and spark plug when Dustin Haines hit the floor hard late in the first half on a drive to the basket. He immediately clutched his wrist and appeared to be concerned about it immediately after the fall. Haines had eight first half points and was really starting to heat up from the field at the time of his injury, and the Savages had to navigate through the second half without him. Spencer Magill had a terrific night for the Savages shooting six of 11 from the field with a team-high 14 points. Spencer added six rebounds and an assist. Sigourney as a whole shot much better than they have to begin the season from the free throw line making eight of 14 at the stripe. Freshman Brady Powers also
EV HC Caleb Lewis had his kids ready to play against Sigourney. had a breakout game for Sigourney scoring ten points on a three of six shooting. Powers added five assists and four steals as well making him another key factor in the Savage victory. Will Magill added eight points, three rebounds and three steals, playing tough defense once again, and Kyle Weber had another nice night scoring seven points and snaring six boards to lead Sigourney. Brett Striegle had two boards, an assist a steal and a very timely two points on a nice jumper late in the fourth to help the Savages as well. Sigourney goes to 2-1 on the young season. EV was led in scoring by Chad
English Valleys boys lose at Belle Plaine 64-26 Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor BELLE PLAINE- The Bears had a tough time against a very good Belle Plaine squad on the road Friday, Dec. 9. EV was upended on the road 64-26, but they again learned some lessons in a lopsided loss to a more experienced opponent. Junior Braydon Fisher had seven points to go with three assists, two rebounds and a steal. Fisher did a fine job getting the ball up the court for EV and continues to gain experience and improve his game overall. Will Tapken led the Bears in scoring with nine points and six boards on the night. Chad Owens had six and
six on the night for the Bears also. EV was nine for 33 from the field as a team; however, they were seven of eight from the charity stripe. Protecting the basketball will be a constant focus for EV moving forward as they will look to cut down on unforced turnovers. EV played Cedar Valley Christian this week on Monday, Dec. 12 and also tangled with Keota Tuesday the 13. EV’s loss to Belle Plaine leaves them at 1-4 on the year, and marks their fourth straight defeat after opening the season with a road victory at HLV. 2 12 4 8 26 16 22 16 10 64
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Owens who had 15 points to go with his nine rebounds, two steals and an assist. Braydon Fisher did an good job running the Bears offense and playing very tenacious defense. Fisher had 12 points, five boards, four assists and five steals. EV accumulated 18 steals as a team with Jacob Walsh being the next statistical leader in that category with four steals. Jeffery Montgomery had a decent night scoring nine points, grabbing two rebounds, two assists and three steals. Will Tapken scored six points on the night, adding a solid seven rebounds, two steals and an assist. EV played a very hard and clawed their way throughout to stay in this
game. EV led by four after one quarter, and trailed only by one at the half. They trailed by three after the third quarter came to a close and that ended up being the final scoring margin. The Bears fall to 1-3 on the year as they look to build off of this solid performance. “We got a decent look for 3 at the end of the game but missed off back rim. This has been the best our team has looked this season. We haven’t changed anything, we are just getting better and playing harder.” Said EV head coach Caleb Lewis about his team’s opportunity to win and their preparation for Tuesday night’s game. He went on to say; “The team competed hard and played with confidence. I imagine Sigourney thought they would throttle us because of doing so in years past, but our boys came out aggressive and we played tough. We will learn from this loss, as we felt like we had our opportunities to win it in the fourth quarter, just have to finish.” EV missed several key free throws down the stretch that may have changed the outcome or how the end of this game played out, as EV was 13 for 22 from the line on the night. Overall, this was a good game between two teams attempting to stay competitive in a very tough SICL conference. English Valleys Sigourney
Sigourney boys suffer loss at the hands of rival Keota Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor KEOTA- The Eagles proved to be too much for Sigourney to handle on Friday, Dec. 9. Sigourney came out strong keeping the game close and trying to set a slow tempo in the first three or four minutes of the game. Then, Keota went wild stretching their lead to 22 after the first quarter. It was 37-5 in favor of Keota at the half as Sigourney finished the first half with just one field goal made. In the second half the Savages played somewhat better being outscored 29 to 14. The final score ended up being 66-19, with Sigourney struggling on both ends of the court all night. Sigourney played this game without their best ball handler with Dustin Haines sidelined with a wrist injury that he sustained against EV. Offense was tough sledding for the Savages as they had a vast amount of turnovers and struggled all night with Keota’s defensive pressure. Sigourney’s youth was evident on
this evening. Kyle Weber played decent inside having to go up against a tough Avery Conrad of Keota most of the evening. Sigourney will play Keota on Jan. 27 and will hope to make that home meeting a much closer contest in comparison to Friday night’s game. Sigourney falls to 2-2 overall on the season and in conference play as they have played all SICL foes. Sigourney hosts four home games this week on beginning on Monday against Washington, Tuesday vs. Tri-County, Friday when they face Montezuma and Saturday against IMS. The Savages want to come away from this stretch at .500 after these four games this week, and of course want to see strides made in the right direction moving forward. A game like this one is tough to swallow, but there is a lot that can be learned from it. Coach Eslick and company will look to see improvement moving forward. Keota Sigourney
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Belle Plaine dismantles Trojan boys in basketball
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor THORNBURG- The Trojans were unable to keep up with Belle Plaine on Tuesday, Dec. 6 as they lost their home game 85-39. They didn’t play terrible all night, except for the third, in which they were outscored 26-2. Other than that they scored in double digits the other three quarters. At the half, TC was in a 43-24 hole, then that forgettable third quarter really put an end to their night, although they did play BP to a 16-13 deficit in the fourth playing within three points in that quarter. The Trojans were led in scoring by Jacob Bombei, who dropped 14 points. Cameron Krumm added seven points and seven rebounds. Lane Williams knocked down three 3 pointers, scoring nine points in the game overall. TC drops to 1-3 on the season, and 1-2 in conference play. Bombei continues to be a good contributor for the Trojans, but they are still looking for more consistent scoring from their other starters and
Sigourney’s Will Magill.
Sigourney’s head coach Mitch Eslicktrying to inspire his team Friday night.
Cameron Krumm with the block against BP. Photo by Jamie Maxwell. role players. Once that happens, this athletic team should be much more competitive then they were on this particular evening.
Iowa Valley defeats Trojans in boys basketball Friday
Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor MARENGO- The Tri-County boys were beaten by Iowa Valley on Friday, Dec. 9 61-47. Tri-County played better offensively then they had of late, but were unable to come away with the road victory, as the Tigers were able to steadily build upon their lead eventually finishing off the Trojans. Bombei
played well for TC, as did Cameron Krumm, but their efforts fell short against an athletic and improving Iowa Valley squad. TC will travel to Sigourney on Tuesday for what looks to be another matchup that TC feels they can win. TC will end the week on Friday, Dec. 16 at home against North Mahaska. TC falls to 1-4 on the season with the loss.
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Pekin boys can’t come up with road win against Lone Tree Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor LONE TREE- The Panthers fell victim to a good Lone Tree team on Tuesday, Dec. 6. Pekin fell behind early, and were never able to really get back into this one. They trailed 32-19 at the half, and 56-32 after three quarters before outscoring Lone Tree 18-11 in the fourth. The final score was 67-50. Cameron Millikin led the Pan-
thers with 21 points, while Chandler Eckley added nine off the bench. Chase Eckley had eight and Levi Long added four. Pekin struggled to shoot the ball on the night going 19 for 53 from the field and five of 17 from 3. They did convert seven out of eight free throw attempts. Pekin Lone Tree
11 8 13 18 50 16 16 24 11 67
Panthers drop second straight with Friday loss to Wapello Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor PEKIN- The Pekin Panther boys were in a dogfight for three quarters of their game Friday, Dec. 9 against Wapello. Then, the fourth quarter came and Pekin fell victim to a 31-14 run in the fourth by Wapello. It was a tied game at the half 23-23, and Pekin was only down
five headed into the fourth, but after a tremendous offensive performance by Wapello to finish the game, Pekin found themselves on the receiving end of a 69-47 loss. Pekin falls to 2-2 on the season with the loss. Pekin Wapello
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Sigourney-Keota bowling starts season with a good opening week Alexander Holt Regional Sports Editor SIGOURNEY- The SK bowling team participated in two contests this week. The first was Wednesday, Dec. 7 against Washington, and the second was at Mahaska Bowl in Oskaloosa on Saturday, Dec. 10. SK defeated Washington Wednesday 2488 total pins to Washington’s 2399. Coach Trisha Brooks was very happy about the team’s performance Wednesday stating, “The boys did great last Wednesday with individual games. We were very happy with their bowling, of course there is always room for improvement and we are working on that.” Tanner Halleran, who had a total of 411 in two games, led SK. Parker Stevens was the next highest bowler with a 377 in two games, followed by Skyler Clubb, SK’s lone girls bowler, was the third highest bowler on the day for SK with a 337 total. Brook’s is very optimistic about this years team and said the following regarding her expectations for them, “Overall we did great on Wednesday, If we can keep it up I think we have a real shot at making it
to the State tournament in February.” On Saturday SK was not as dominant as the baker games came into play causing SK fits. Brooks explains baker games and their effect on the team, “Our baker games we take the top 5 bowlers and they get 2 frames per game. This is our struggling point. We work on bakers a lot during practice. Our goal is to average 190, we haven’t made that yet but I know we will.” SK finished third against Oskaloosa and Knoxville on Saturday. Brooks finished up with thoughts on their performance and a reminder for SK’s next game, which will be after the Holiday break. “Saturday we finished total pins of 2104. We struggled; the lanes were not forgiving to us. Individual and baker games were just not where we needed them to be. We bowled against Knoxville 2343 total, which is 1A with us and Oskaloosa 2926 , which is actually in 2A. We will have our next meet on January 3rd in Sigourney 3pm at Keokuk County Bowl, we hope to have a good crowd to come and watch. That always helps our game.”
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Noah Boender has been great this season wrestling at 220 lbs. This week Boender went 4-0, and improved to a perfect 11-0 on the season with his good wrestling. Boender took first place at 220 lbs. at Mount Vernon and has showed all season long so far why he is a top five-ranked wrestler in his weight class. As the season continues along, the level of competition will continue to improve and Boender himself will as well. SK is very happy to have wrestlers like Noah Boender and will continue to enjoy his skills all season long.
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Jacob Bombei, Tri-County Jacob Bombei had an excellent week for the Trojans as he helped his team start the season 1-2, but it was his overall abilities on top of his efficient scoring that helped garner him boys basketball Athlete of the week honors. Bombei scored 69 points in those three games averaging 23 points a game thus far. Bombei shot a magnificent 26 for 43 from the field, which is right around 60%. He also was six for ten from behind the arc. Bombei also added 17 rebounds, 11 steals and six assists during this past week, showing his wide range as a player and abilities on both sides of the ball. Bombei will look to keep the Trojans in many games this year with his excellent shooting and smart play as TC’s main ball-handler and scoring threat.
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Tanner had a good week bowling. While leading his SK team in overall score and Baker score on both Wednesday, and Saturday. On Wednesday, Dec. 7 Tanner had a 192 in his first game bowled, and a 219 in the second, giving him a score of 411 to lead his team to victory over Washington. His Baker score was 210. At Oskaloosa he bowled well again, and helped his team compete. Tanner and the bowling team will look to continue their success as Tanner is the team’s distinguished leader.
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So usually this award goes to players who have stood out with magnificent numbers over the course of a week, but this week we decided to go with a young man who means a lot to his team for all the little things he does on a nightly basis. Although EV finds themselves at 1-4, Braydon Fisher has been a spark plug for the program and has been a constant contributor each night for English Valleys. His ball handling and defensive skills set a precedent for his teammates. Even though his play hasn’t translated into many wins yet for EV, his effort night in and night out have garnered notice and praise as he looks to continue to play intelligent basketball this season and help make EV a competitive program.
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Gambell had a terrific week averaging well over 20 points and ten rebounds in the two games Pekin played. On Tuesday night at Lone Tree, Gambell did everything in her power to keep her team in the game as Pekin lost a heart breaker in triple overtime 50-47. Maci was magnificent in the loss scoring 23 points and was perfect overall shooting on the night, going eight for eight from the field, and four for four from the line. Gambell also added 15 total rebounds, and five on the offensive side. Gambell added an assist, two steals and three big blocks for good measure. Although Pekin lost the game with Gambell eventually fouling out in overtime, her play was absolutely spectacular. Gambell followed up Tuesday’s performance with another great game Friday helping her team defeat Wapello at home. Gambell dropped 25 points on 11 of 16 shooting, she also snared 14 boards, added an assist, two steals and three more blocks. It was a very impressive week from an athletic young lady who continues to turn heads early into this basketball campaign.
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