The Sheffield Press, Thursday, December 22, 2016

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Volume V olume 136, Number 51 • Thursday, December 22, 2016

OFFICIAL PAPER FOR Franklin County City of Shef¿eld & West Fork School District Shef¿eld, Franklin County, IA

WEST FORK WELLNESS CENTER OPEN HOUSE A SUCCESS SPORTS: PAGE 8

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Upcoming Events Mercy Family Clinic closed Mercy Family Clinic – Sheffield will be closed on Mondays, Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, for the holidays. Thank you for your cooperation!

Sheffield merchants annual Christmas party rescheduled for Dec. 30 The Sheffield Merchants Holiday Party and drawing scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 17, was canceled due to the weather. The party has been rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 30, at 1 p.m., at the First Grace Baptist Church in Sheffield. There will be coffee, hot cider and cookies available. There will be a drawing for $600 in Sheffield Bucks and various other gifts. Everyone is invited to attend. Sponsors include: Deb’s Hair & Nail Care, Murphy’s Heating and Plumbing, Sukup Manufacturing Company, The Sharing Shoppe, Craighton Electric, Jim Atkinson – Pioneer Seed, Rockwell Telephone Association Coop., Coonley & Coonley, First Gabrielson Insurance Agency, Nuehring’s Lawn and Tree Care, Sheffield Sud’s & Storage, K. H. Coop. – Wesley, Deerfield Place Assisted Living, Sheffield Care Center, Sheffield Veterinary Clinic, Sheffield Post Office – Mark Klunder, Jaspersen Insurance & Real Estate, Dr. Eric Wagner – DDS, Sheffield Pharmacy, United Bank & Trust Company, Tull’s New & Used Store, Active Family Chiropractic, Retz Funeral Homes, Kramer Tool & Engineering, Forever Yours, Moehle Salvage, D & L Sanitation, Edgington Storage, Wilson Construction, Deb’s Wild Horse Saloon, Mid-America Publishing Corp., The Sheffield Press, Mike’s Repair – Mike Lauffer, Flash Award Ribbons, Creative Cabinets, Creative Solutions, Dorenkamp Construction, West Fork Wharf, Corell Redi-Mix, Timeless Treasure, Reborn in a Barn – Judy Siems, Enchanted Acres – Shannon Latham.

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BELOW: Jim Saunders, errs, Director of the state’s Investigative Operations department presents s Larry Richtsmeier with a Certificate of Distinguished Service. c ce. RIGHT: Larry Richtsmeier is pictured r red with his grandson, Tu Tucker ucker Ubben, at the open h house ouse celebration. TRAVIS FISCHER PHOTOS

Nine total candidates to ¿ll four vacancies

Sheriff Richtsmeier celebrates retirement Friends, family, and colleagues gathered to celebrate the retirement of Sheriff Larry Richtsmeier at the Franklin County Law Enforcement Center on Monday. Fellow law enforcement officers came

from across North Iowa to congratulate Richtsmeier for his 35 year career, punctuated with Director Jim Saunders of the state’s Investigative Operations department presenting Richtsmeier with a Cer-

tificate of Distinguished Service. Richtsmeier is looking forward to his retirement, where he plans to keep busy by spending time with his grandson, Tucker Ubben.

Winners at UBTC Holiday Open House drawing Winners listed for the hams and turkeys at the United Bank & Trust Company Holiday Open House drawing are as follows: Tim King, Daryl Buchholtz, Shirley Brady, Lorraine Malone, David Dannen, Mary Hedrick, Becky Rube, Brad Greimann, Jan Ehlinger and Irene Kreimeyer.

Keep Iowa Beautiful photography contest deadline approaching Keep Iowa Beautiful’s annual photography contest seeks to raise awareness of Iowa’s beauty through the work of amateur and professional photographers. Photographs should be of Iowa places that highlight the attractiveness of Iowa, including rural landscapes and urban and community settings. The deadline to apply is Friday, Dec. 23. Complete details can be found at www.keepiowabeautiful.com/media/photography-content.

Sheffield AA to meet The Sheffield Alcoholics Anonymous group meets each Tuesday evening in the Fellowship Hall of Zion St. John Lutheran Church at 8 p.m.

The Sheffield Press will be CLOSED C. 26 in observance of MONDAY, DEC. the Christmas holiday. We wish you and your family a safe and joyous holiday.

IN THIS ISSUE: Opinion ........................................page 3 Obituaries....................................page 5 Community News ...................page 4-5 Public Notices .............................page 8 ClassiÀeds ....................................page 9 Sports ........................................page 10

BY ZACH CLEMENS The T special election in Meservey onn Tuesday, Jan. 3 is set with nine candidates caan filing to be on the ballot before beefo the Dec. 9 deadline. In I recent months three different City Ci Council members and the Mayor resigned for various reasons. It was decided by the remaining Council members, with input from Cerro Gordo County Auditor Ken Kline, that a special election should be held to elect new city officials. Lori Schmale is the only candidate on the ballot for mayor. For the Council seat ending on December 31, 2017, there are three candidates: Keith Johnson, Cyneva Zoe Myers and Mary Thome. There are five candidates vying for two Council seats with terms ending on Dec. 31, 2019. Ben Allbee, Beth Avery, Denis Avery, Richard E. Harman and Monte Schmale are all on the ballot for the two positions. See MESERVEY: Page 10

Jan. 15 deadline for FC Community Foundation Grant applications The deadline to submit grant applications to the Franklin County Community Foundation 2017 grant cycle is midnight (CST) Jan. 15, 2017. The online grant application and grant guidelines may be found on the Community Foundation’s website at www.franklinccf.org. Grants are awarded to nonprofit and government entity projects impacting Franklin County in the areas of art and culture, community betterment, education, environment, health, historic preservation and human service. Grant recipients will be announced in March 2017. First-time grant applicants should contact Dotti Thompson, Program Manager, (319) 243-1358 prior to submitting an application. Grant applicants must be a 501(c)(3) designated organization (or government entity) serving Franklin County in order to be considered for funding. For more information, please contact the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa at (319) 287-9106.

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The cast of “The One and Only Santa Claus,” outside the Windsor Theatre. SUBMITTED PHOTO

‘The One and Only Santa Claus’ a success for FCAC and Franklin County Players BY ETHAN STOETZER he Franklin County Arts Council and Franklin County Players presented “The One and Only Santa Claus,” right in time for the holiday season, the weekend of Dec. 10, to a packed crowd Saturday night. Assistant Director and Actress Wendy Buseman said that the play was selected for the winter production because of it’s structure around multiple scenes and characters. “They’re sketches, and you could do as many as you wanted,” Buseman said. “It involved so many people and scenes.” Buseman explained that the goal of the winter play was to get as many children as possible involved with acting. The last three years’ plays involved children, in order to give middle school-aged students a chance to try out the arts. Because Hampton-Dumont middle school does not have a theatre department, students need to wait until high school to try acting.

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Russell Wood, community services director for Franklin County, was the director for “The One and Only Santa Claus.” It’s his first year directing. SUBMITTED PHOTO

West Fork Board of Education joint venture with Mason City BY ZACH CLEMENS The West Fork Board of Education approved a consortium with the Mason City Community School District to jointly administer an instructional special education program at Pinecrest School. Pinecrest School in Mason City gives special instruction to students who need more support and help than a public school can provide. “Pinecrest has been a real successful program for us,” West Fork Superintendent Darrin Strike said. “I can think of a number of students who went through that program that are doing well in our school right now.” Strike said that West Fork would pay Mason City to help with the cost of running the program, which can be “significant.” West Fork then gets reimbursed down the road. High School guidance counselor Jen Knudson has submitted her resignation to the Board to be done with her position at the end of the semester. See WF BOARD: Page 4

IT WAS ALL FUN AND REINDEER GAMES AT WEST FORK CONCERT • Elementary presents holiday music program

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BY ZACH CLEMENS On Thursday, Dec. 15, the West Fork Elementary presented their holiday music program entitled “Reindeer Games” to a packed crowd in Rockwell. The Preschool kicked off the evening with a rendition of “Eight Little Reindeer,” “Reindeer Pokie” and “Jingle Bells.” The second-graders were next with a mix of classic holiday songs like “Rudolph the red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Jingle Bell Rock,” with a Christmas themed recitation of the alphabet sprinkled in. The West Fork third-graders came out dressed for the occasion in their best Christmas pajamas, singing hits like ‘Frosty the Snowman” and reciting “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” The fourth-graders ended the show with a short play Adorned with reindeer antlers, elf hats, Santa hats and a few beards, the fourth grade students at with spoken and sung parts entitled “How to Train Your West Fork concluded the elementary Christmas concert with a short play entitled, “How to Train Your Reindeer” on Thursday, Dec. 15 ZACH CLEMENS PHOTO Reindeer.”

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DECEMBER 27, 1956 Personal fouls and free throws were the determining factor in the Sheffield Diggerette and Fertile girls’ basketball game played on the Fertile floor Friday night. The Diggerettes dropped in 10 of 20 gift shots for a 50 per cent average while the host club made 5 of 11. Both teams made 18 field goals. The winners were charged with 8 personal fouls and the home team 12. The contest was close all the way with the Diggerettes managing a narrow lead at the quarter time 9-6, 23-17, 33-27 and the final 46 to 21. Coach Dale Langmann stated that the game could have gone either way. This was the second win for the Diggerettes in North Star conference play and places the team in second place in the conference race. Fertile’s Purcell with 25 points topped the game scoring. Her teammates Jenkins tallied 10 points and Vaage 6. Suby failed to score. Johnson, Haugen and Tweed were in the defensive zone. Karen Harper paced the Diggerette offensive with 18 points. Shirley Schaefer made 16 and Phyllis Hawke 12. Each of the Sheffield forwards made six field goals. Phyllis Berndt, Nancy Schumacker, Sharon Blankenship and Marlys Beyer held down the defensive posts. Sheffield Claydiggers won their third North Star conference basketball game Friday night when they went to Fertile. It was a hard-played nip and tuck contest that gave the offensive edge to the host club for three quarters, only to have the Claydiggers hit seven seven field goals and four free throws, in the final period while Fertile lads settled for nine gift shot tallies. The score at the rest periods read 15-16, 32-32, 50-54 and the final 68-63. It was either team’s ball game all the way.

Fertile would pull out in front only to have the Claydiggers tie up the count and take the lead, then have the tally seesaw again and again. Two of Fertile’s best hit the five-foul barrier in the final frame. With two minutes of play remaining Sheffield trailed 62-63. They swished in a field goal and four penalty shots to gather in the win. The Claydiggers potted 26 field goals and made 17 of 27 free throws while being charged with 20 personal fouls. Fertile boys pumped in 17 field goals and had the high free-throw record of 29 made and only six missed. The last 11 points Fertile scored were via the charity lane route. The Fertile team committed 16 personal fouls. Mike Rawson with 8 field goals and 4 of 8 free throws paced Glenn Wehrkamp’s squad with 20 points. Don Wearda made 17 points on 4 field goals and 9 of 11 from the protected line. Chuck Crawford potted 14 points, Larry Peter 8, Ray Oelkers 5, and Buddy Roggeman 4. Four of the boys held a four penalty handicap. Fertile players split scoring honors close to even making them a hard to handle aggregation. Steve Haugen, Halverson, Gene Hall each tallied 14 points, closely trailed by Daniels with 13. Jerry Ouverson, guard, planted 8 of 9 free tosses for his 8 points. Allen Suby and Burtness, who replaced Hall and Haugen, failed to score. Edwin Kugler is at Oshkosh, Wis., where he is spending 10 days at the home of his brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. Burton Kugler, during the holiday season. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Wiele and family spent the Christmas holidays with her brother, Lee Pennell, in Omaha, Nebr., and will return home today, (Thursday).

Gordon Zimmerman of Boone was a Christmas Day visitor at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Zimmerman, and family. Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Storck, Mrs. Elizabeth Storck and Mrs. Lula O. Storck spent Christmas Day at the Esslinger and Mullan home in Clear Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Beyer, Marlys and Dennis, were Christmas Day guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Neve. Mrs. Anna Beyer of Latimer was also present. Mrs. John Esslinger and Mrs. Lillian Sherrett of Omaha, Nebr., were Christmas day dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Bielefeld. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Sukup and family were also guests at the Bielefeld home on Christmas day. DECEMBER 29, 1966 Friday night at the climax of the pre-Christmas program, the theatre party, compliments of the Farmers Hardware & Electric, was well attended by adults and youths of all ages. At the end of the free show announcement of the awarding of free gifts was broadcast over the amplifying system and a period of 15 minutes elapsed before the selections were made. Receiving the two tape recorders, and selected first for the Activity group awards, were Mrs. Julias Van Blaricom and Mrs. Ray Grabbe. The other 20 awards were furnished by individual local business firms as follows: Five large size lounge pillows to Fred Schoning, Lorraine Jones, Maxine Groesbeck, Mrs. Edward Schwierjohann and Marilyn Sheahan, compliments of B & W. Ed Kammrad received three pairs of ladies’ hose furnished by Schaefer’s Store. Mrs. George Schroeder was awarded a heating pad from Bokmeyer Drug. Frederick Wix received a table lamp from Rodruck Variety Store. Harold Oehlert, the only double winner, received a Sunday dinner for two compliments of Midtown CafÊ, and a 25-ft. garden hose from D & D Sales, Inc. Merle Knapp was presented one television service call

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from Pullen TV. Arlene Kammrad received 10 pounds of ground beef from Sheffield Frozen Foods. Florence Emhoff received a gift certificate for $3.00 in dry cleaning from Sheffield Cleaners. Mrs. Ray Nielsen was awarded a Burgess lantern from Chinburg TV. Russell Crawford received a gallon of latex paint from Sheffield Farmers Co-op. Mrs. August Post received a gift certificate for a grease job and oil change from Sheahan Chevrolet, Inc. Marvin McKee was presented with a gift certificate for a grease job and oil change at Levitt Service. H. A. Buxton was awarded two gallons of anti-freeze compliments of Wearda Service Station. Mae Heimke received a gift certificate for an oil change at Schroeder DX station. Wanda Miller received three dozen grade A fresh eggs compliments of Sheffield Produce. Miss Mary Brouillette of Des Moines, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Brouillette of Iowa City arrived Saturday and spent the Christmas holidays in the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Brouillette. They left Monday for their respective homes. M/Pvt. Steve Schreiber of San Diego, Calif., arrived Friday evening to spend a 21-day leave visiting in the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schreiber and Vicki. Pvt. Schreiber has finished nine weeks of basic training and four weeks of advanced training. He will report Jan. 11 to his Marine base at San Diego for one more week of advanced training and will then be stationed at the El Toro base, Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schoning, Albert Schroeder, John Kruckenberg, and Mrs. Elsie Humburg were Sunday evening supper guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Kruckenberg and family. Mr. and Mrs. August Oelkers, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Crawford of St. Paul, Minn.; and Jay Crawford of San Francisco, Calif., were Christmas day dinner guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Jensen, Mrs. John Jensen and Marcia Crawford. Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Buss received a telephone call Monday evening from their son, CT/3 James M. Buss, wishing his parents and family a Merry Christmas. CT/3 Buss is stationed on the island of Adak in the Aleutians off Alaska. DECEMBER 25, 1986 The Sheffield-Chapin Spartanettes captured their first North Star Confer-

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Finance Major at Wartburg College, Waverly, is spending the Christmas holidays in the parental Howard Muller home. Holiday house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Luverne Becker and Tom are their daughter, Cathy, and son in law, Jack Shea, of Honolulu, Hawaii. They arrived on Saturday, Dec. 20, and will make a week’s visit with relatives and friends in the vicinity. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hungate and son, Paul, of Snellville, Ga., arrived in the home of his mother, Mrs. Ted Hungate, for a visit over the holidays with friends and relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Crawford of Austin, Minn., were Tuesday, Dec. 16, visitors with Mrs. Mary Jensen and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Schroeder. Mr. and Mrs. Stan Bolk and his brother in law, Al Kragel of Hampton, joined Mrs. Laura Patchen at Mason City and her family for the Bolk Christmas dinner on Saturday, Dec. 20. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Beck were Sunday, Dec. 21, all day visitors with their son and family, Mr. and Mrs. Jay Beck, Lisa, Julie and Kim, and their foster children, Helen and Joey. They also attended the Christmas Sunday School programs of their grandchildren, with one program held at 11:00 a. m. and another at 3:00 p. m. DECEMBER 26, 1996 Winners of the United Bank & Trust Company’s Childrens Christmas drawing are as follows: Stephanie Hubka, Brad Dixon, Olivia Rooney, Kaylee Knaus, Samantha Markwardt, Callie Oltman, Megan Eno, Michael Norman, Kayla Schaefer, John Keeling, David Boyle, Matthew Eckard, Abby Butson, Matthew Blau, Tyler Baltes, Joel Van Wert, Amanda Grarup, Seth Tuttle, Mark Symens, David Marzen, James Chantrill, Madison Shreckengost, Jacob Massee, Jordon Pals, Nathaniel Plagge, Dusty Miller, Cody Emhoff, Brandy Dhondt, Andy Schroeder, Andy Campbell. Approximately 120 children came to see Santa Claus on Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Sheffield Memorial Hall. The party was compliments of the Sheffield Area Community Club. Children were presented with a candy cane, which had a one dollar bill wrapped around it. They also had their pictures taken with Ol’ Santa. Film for the pictures was donated by Sheffield Pharmacy, with Sukup Manufacturing Co. providing funds to have the film processed. Bob Sanders was the man behind the camera. Cookies were provided by Community Club members. Dennis Kingery provided help with the red suit. Leona Buss spent Sunday, Dec. 22, in the home of her son, Jerry Buss, and family at Hampton. Alberta Crandall, Leona’s sister, was also a guest in the Jerry buss home. Petrea Beebe and daughter, Sindra, came for a visit with her mother and grandmother, Mary Jensen, at the Sheffield Care center. Also made a visit with Nelsine and Leo Schroeder on Saturday, Dec. 21, 1996. Sunday, Dec. 22, visitors in the Jack, Lidia and Angie Zimmerman home were her sister and family, Helen and Duane Lang of Marshalltown, Troy Lang of West Des Moines, and Chip and Diana Baltimore and Blake of Boone. The Suntken Christmas celebration was held Sunday afternoon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Suntken. Their children, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Neuberger of Klemme, Mr. and Mrs. Derald Pals of Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Symens, hosted the event. All the children and grandchildren, but one, attended the gathering. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ubben, Steve Ubben enjoyed noon Christmas dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Art Ubben in Thornton Saturday. The children and grandchildren of Art and June enjoyed the gathering too. Nathan Dorenkamp of Augsburg College in Minneapolis and Timothy Dorenkamp of ISU in Ames are enjoying the Semester Break with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Duane Dorenkamp. Saturday they all attended the graduation reception honoring Christina Gusa, from ISU in Ames, at the Scheman Building. Don and Alice Greimann, Julie and Angela were in Manchester Saturday to visit with her parents, Henry and Lydia Kracke. Jessie Oelkers of Thornton accompanied Milo and Burnie Greimann to rural Garner Thursday. They were at the Peace Reformed Church to attend the funeral of Clifford Greimann. Mr. and Mrs. Leo Hunst, Cher Straughn, Krystal and Kenton, all from in Chapin; Wendy and Timmy Mason, Robert and Ashley of rural Sheffield; Dwaine and Anita Mason of Aredale, and Mike and Renay Hunst and Brianne of Marshalltown enjoyed an early Christmas dinner Sunday at Hampton in the home of Tim and Patty Mason and Tom. The birthday anniversary of Sue Rother was celebrated at a dinner Sunday in the home of her parents, Elwyn and Joyce Brouwer. Other guests were Mark Rother, Ryan and Tony, and Sandra and Chad Brouwer. Gene and Evelyn Sheriff of Johnstown, Colo., arrived in Iowa Friday evening, Dec. 20. They are visiting family members in Mason City and Sheffield and will return home after Christmas.

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It’s been another good week. As I’ve said many times before...just being here to write this makes it a good week! Being busy also is a good thing. Lots of time spent on the phone and at the newer press. The phone can sometimes cause me to lose more hair! Those without a landline (me included!) can cause me a lot of time. Sometimes three/four calls to others to get a cell phone number. I think I have may have used a couple of words that I’m not very proud of! I think I have also used a couple of words I have never heard before! The telephone calls all made and headed to the back of the shop to print, perforate, etc. Spent time here at the office due to the weather, and getting tired of talking to myself at home. It wasn’t so bad Friday night and Saturday...but Sunday I started to answer myself! And I started to sing along with the Christmas music. Talk about a terrible voice...I got one! One thing about being here at the office on the week end...I do get ahead of the game for the coming week. At least that’s the plan. But...it doesn’t always work out that way! But it beats being parked in front of the TV! And cleaning house! My project for here at the office: to get rid of stuff that hasn’t been used for years! (No, not me!) I just need permission from those with the power. And also the time to do the job! Oh, and also to get rid of the snow in the back yard! Looks more and more like a Spring job! Home...as you may have already picked up on...I spent a lot of time there over the week end. House is clean...except for the vacuuming. I did get the vacuum out and it sits in the corner ready to go to work. (Now to find someone to use it!) Friday evening spent housecleaning and watching some TV. Boring! Hit the sack early...only to wake up at 6:00 a. m. Saturday morning. A look out the window and a peak at the thermometer...and decided it will be another day in the hacienda! Mid-morning and decided that it was time to wrap Christmas presents. Not one of my favorite jobs...but still better than shopping. A few hours later and the job completed, hopefully the right gifts in the right pile for Lidia, Angie, Nic and Shirley, and a couple of miscellaneous. It wouldn’t be good to have Nic open something from Victoria’s Secret. Or would it? Nah, better not! I do have something yet to purchase... more for Lidia’s stocking. But what? Gifts wrapped and decided to head up here to the office for a while. A couple hours later and back home for more excitement...that’s sarcasm! Grabbed the dust rag and Pledge and finished the cleaning. A couple of shows on the tube and headed to bed early. Then a repeat of the 6:00 a.m. bit Sunday morning. The weather outside not quite so frightful! Cleaned up and headed back here to the office to do my best to match the children’s pictures that I took Saturday morning at the Community Club breakfast and children’s pictures with Santa, with the right names! That accomplished (correctly, I hope!) and headed to Meservey to pick up something I had ordered. Back home and off to Manly to pick up Shirley and back to Mason City for some shopping and dinner/supper. From getting in and out of the car, we’re completely frozen! Back to Manly and watched TV for an hour or so...and I headed back to Sheffield. 6:00 a.m. rolled around Monday... and once again I’m wide awake! I’m thinking...this has got to stop! Came to work about 7:30 and settled in for a long winter’s nap. (I shouldn’t say that... the boss might believe it!) It is now Tuesday a. m., and I’m expecting a phone call soon asking where in the heck is my article! If I hurry it’ll be there before she calls. Be good, Kids! It’s Showtime! P.S.: The Merchants Adult Christmas Party, that was cancelled Saturday, will be held Friday, Dec. 30 at 1 p. m., at the First Grace Baptist Church in Sheffield. Everyone is invited to attend. And one more P.S.: We at The Press hope each and every one of you have a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS! If traveling over the holidays...be safe!

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Gosh is it Monday already and now we have to go back to work in the Den II. Seems like we just got off work and goodness here come the boys with daggers in their eyes, zest for success and sweaty palms ready to begin pegging and counting. Jubilation echoed throughout the walls many encouraging but more of the opposite. We were just ready to deal when the door opened and this THING walked in, it looked like a combo of big foot and the abominable snowman. Upon unveiling, it was old trapper himself Billy Bob Nolte in his TRAPPER HAT. It was a typical Monday; hilarious situations brought much loud boisterous laughter and many deep digs. Why Tommy me man Severe had smoke rolling out of his ears as he was thumped three games in a row. His rebuttal was, “I’m sitting out the next game I’m tired of this ____.â€? Well it was something like that. Old Billy Bob Nolte there was riding poor Cliffie Boy Cameron with some insinuations that Cliffie likes to blame and lo and behold it was he who caused a loss. Billy jumped up from his chair hustled outside to see if there was a star in the east!! Darwin old Meyer asked Slagle what to do when your chair breaks. Old Dally not to be bested said, “Call a chairman.â€? These boys are sharp oh yes they are. Old Davey ze man Levitt B section in math said geometry is shaping his life. Okay moving on to cribbage Ronski old Ron Symens right in there in his quiet and subdued manner kept pegging and pegging and pegging until Slages slammed his cards down and said, “That’s enough can’t you just once said go?â€? Of course Ronnie dah man just chuckled like tee-hee and hee-hee! Ronnie me man Symens was having such bad luck he said he was going to go home and kick the dog, but whoa he said he doesn’t have a dog. The boys are paranoid about pairing an opponent when they only need a few to go out to ward of a triple. In fact the saying now is, “Don’t do that Ned will be ahh mad or something like that and he’ll call you a dumb-dumb or something like that. It was the day we all look forward to when Ronnie and Donna enlighten our taste buds with homemade ice cream. Some of the boys were so excited they forgot and ended up with brain freeze and hollering like crazy with the pain it created. Roger Madsen had to leave early thank goodness as he downed three bowls in about five minutes. The ice cream was awesome per usual so salute to the Symens duo‌.you done good!!! The boys do get impetuous from time to time it’s not that mind winning they just hate losing. Finally old Davey Boy Levitt used his strong scruples to help his foe in some missed points. DeanO Peter told me that a bumble bee is much faster than a John Deere tractor. So as one more day of labor at the table comes to an end I bid thee farewell for yet another week in the history of our 15/2 lives. I’ll bet you did not know that a mountain climber has to be in peak condition. Well now you know. As you slide down the ladder of life you should pray that all the splinters are pointed the other way. Here’s wishing you all a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS from Mr. Bazinga, yours truly and his better half.

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Past and presents It has happened. This year for Christmas, I asked for clothes. Not a novelty t-shirt or Star Wars themed underwear. Just plain old khaki pants. The same kind of pants I got for my birthday. The same pants I spent an hour waiting to buy on sale after Thanksgiving. They are very comfortable pants. And though they aren’t on my list, I wouldn’t mind getting some nice sweaters or button down shirts either. Something warm to expand my wardrobe in the winter months. This is it. The end is here. At the age of 32 I think I’ve finally become an adult. It’s all downhill from here. Soon I’ll be thinking about mortgages and become very concerned with derivatives and other grown up things. I may even start wearing ties. Or not. After all, my wish list still consists mostly of cartoons, comic books and related merchandise. Mostly things I want, just not enough to buy for myself. And now, included among those items, khaki pants. It’s interesting how priorities change. At long last, I think I’ve discovered the secret behind the trope of out-of-touch grandparents giving disappointed children socks and sweaters for Christmas. Putting “it’s the thought that counts� aside for a moment, let’s be honest. The measure of a good gift depends on how much enjoyment can be derived from it. Something as mundane as clothing generally falls pretty low on that list, particularly for children who see clothing as a chore to take care of for a year until they inevitably grow out of them. Growing up to become a gift giver as well as a receiver, I never understood my mother’s desire for new sweaters and slacks for holiday presents. I bought them anyway, but I always wondered how much somebody could possibly enjoy a new shirt. I get it now. Once upon a time, I wanted more books, movies and video games than I could ever possibly read, watch or play. Now, from a practical stand point, I pretty much have that. My bookshelves are lined with novels that “I’ll get to someday,� right after I’ve beaten every video game on my PC and watched every movie on my Netflix list.

A movie I’ll watch once and put on my shelf for eternity. A book or video game I may start, but who knows when I’ll ¿nish it.

But a nice pair of pants, that’s something I’ll get mileage out of. I’ll always want more, but I can’t honestly say I need more. There simply aren’t enough hours in the day to enjoy it all. Which reminds me, I got a Star Wars puzzle for Christmas last year that I should probably put together. Right after I watch the new Star Wars movie‌and finish reading the Star Wars novel I’ve been working on‌and maybe finish the story campaign in the latest expansion of the Star Wars MMO...it never ends. In days of old, particularly before the Internet, free time was in abundance. I read every book I had, then read them again. In recent years I’ve taken to collecting figures of my favorite fictional characters, partly to sate my collector’s impulse and partly because the only time investment required to enjoying them is the time it takes to look at them when I enter the room. These days, a good gift is something I will use. Not something that “I’ll get to later.â€? Something like a new pop filter for my microphone, or a good medium sized pot, or even just a nice bottle of wine. And that is how pants end up on Christmas lists. A movie I’ll watch once and put on my shelf for eternity. A book or video game I may start, but who knows when I’ll finish it. But a nice pair of pants, that’s something I’ll get mileage out of. I wear pants nearly every day and I’m far less likely to grow out of them nowadays. Which reminds me of another good gift idea. A gym membership. Travis Fischer is a news writer for Mid-America Publishing and if he can’t stop from growing up, hopefully he can stop from growing out. Happy holidays!

Oversight must continue until these basic problems are truly fixed • Opening comments for the meeting of the Iowa Legislature’s Health Policy Oversight Committee meeting In Iowa, privatized health care for the poor and severely disabled is moving forward faster, with less planning, than in any other state. This affects the health care of one in six Iowans. At this meeting of the Iowa Legislature’s Health Policy Oversight Committee, it is our job to ask “How’s it going?â€? That is the question we need to keep asking Iowa families and Iowa health care providers. The answers so far are pretty consistent. Various basic problems continue and aren’t being fixed. Some examples are: • Providers have told us they are not being paid in a timely manner, or are being paid the incorrect amount. • Many Iowans still can’t get the services they need without jumping through unnecessary administrative hoops.

• Are there STILL problems with prior authorizations? Yes. • Is information from IME and the MCOs still hard to get, inconsistent, or incorrect? Yes. • Are Iowa’s local health care providers paying much more in administration costs? Yes they are, and yet the MCOs responsible for those cost increases are getting a raise. Any savings from privatized Medicaid are vaporous at best, especially as the MCOs consistently complain they are losing lots of money. The right thing to do is to fix these problems. That argument should move us to action, especially when you consider this: Each and every Iowan, except for the wealthiest among us, is just an accident away from needing the long-term health care Medicaid provides. That’s why intensive, on-going

THE RAGAN REPORT

Amanda Ragan oversight of privatized Medicaid is absolutely essential. That oversight must continue until these serious, recorded, persistent problems are fixed. Iowans depend on us to ask tough questions, to insist on straight answers, and to make sure the State of Iowa’s efforts result in the most positive health care programs and outcomes possible. That’s exactly what I hope we can do today. Sen. Amanda Ragan (D-Mason City) serves Franklin, Butler and Cerro Gordo counties in Senate District 27. She can be reached at (515) 281-3371 or (641) 424-0874. Email her at amanda.ragan@legis. iowa.gov.

The story of Christmas From time to time as Christmas approaches, I love to pull out one of my sons’ board books and read it to them. The book, written by Joseph Slate entitled “Who is Coming To Our House,� gives a glimpse of what happened in the barn over 2,000 years ago. “Who is coming to our house?� “ Someone, someone,� says Mouse. Who is that someone? As Christmas approaches just a few short days ahead I’ll recite Matthew 1:18-2:12 of the New International Version. This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.� All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel�--which means, “God with us.� When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him.� When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, and all Jerusalem with him. When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Christ was to be born. “In Bethlehem in Judea,� they replied, “ for this is what the prophet has written: “’But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of my people Israel.’� Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared. He sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and make a careful search for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him.� After they had heard the king, they went on their way, and the star they had seen in the east went ahead of them until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold and of incense and of myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to go back to Herod, they returned to their country by another route. When they had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up,� he said, “take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the child to kill him.�

PUBLISHER’S NOTEBOOK

Ryan Harvey So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Eg ypt, where he stayed until the death of Herod. And so was fulfilled what the Lord had said through the prophet: “Out of Egypt I called my son.� When Herod realized that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, in accordance with the time he had learned from the Magi. Then what was said through the prophet Jeremiah was fulfilled: “A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comfort-

ed, because they are no more.� After Herod died, an angel of the Lord appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, “Get up, take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel, for those who were trying to take the child’s life are dead.� So he got up, took the child and his mother and went to the land of Israel. But when he heard that Archelaus was reigning in Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. Having been warned in a dream, he withdrew to the district of Galilee, and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was said through the prophets: “He will be called a Nazarene.� Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of you, our loyal readers. My family and I would like to wish you nothing but the best of health and good will in 2017. Ryan L . Har ve y, of Hampton, is the president and CEO for Mid-America Publishing Corporation. He can be reached at ryanharvey.map@gmail.com

Celebrating America’s Farmers

They’re the humble heroes who rise before dawn and battle the elements. They put clothes on our backs and food on our tables. Their genuine values and tireless work ethic are an inspiration to us all ... we salute them. I invite you to join Farm Bureau in saying thanks to America’s farmers. Douglas Peter

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The Sheffield Press Thursday, December 22, 2016 • Shef¿eld, Iowa

Hampton man sentenced to 6.5 years in prison • North Iowa drug ring moved 250 pounds of Methamphetamine since spring 2013 BY ETHAN STOETZER Miguel Mendoza, 26, Hampton, was sentenced last week to 6.5 years in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Dating back to spring 2013, Mario Murillo-Mora, 41, Michoacán,

Mexico, organized a drug-trafficking ring that would move multiple pounds of ice methamphetamine throughout Northern Iowa, according to U.S. Attorney’s Office Northern District of Iowa. Throughout that time Murillo-Mora recruited various persons to store and redistribute the

ice methamphetamine in smaller quantities. The drugs would come in to Marshalltown, Iowa, from Mexico and California, concealed in vehicles. Mendoza will also receive up to three years of supervised release after prison. There were a total of 11 men and women charged in the drug ring. Brian Swartz, 49, Waterloo, Iowa, received the longest sentence, of a 132-month term of imprisonment.

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Pamela Sue Rother, 67, of Sheffield, died on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016, at Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, Dec. 3, at Zion St. John Lutheran Church, Sheffield, with Rev. G. Kim Wills presiding. Interment was in Hillside Cemetery, Sheffield. Visitation was held from Pamela Rother 4–7 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 2, at Retz Funeral Home, Sheffield. Pamela Sue Azeltine was born February 15, 1949, at New Sharon, the daughter of Don and Dorothy (Sullivan) Azeltine. At a young age they moved to the Rowan area and she graduated from Belmond – Rowan High School in 1967. In February 1970, Pam married Kenny Grandt. They lived in the Sheffield area and were blessed with two children. After Kenny passed away Pam worked hard to raise her children, working at Edgington Elevator in Sheffield performing any duty including grinding and loading feed, emptying and driving truck and 1949-2016 bookwork in the office. On June 18, 1988, Pamela was Services: united in marriage with Wayne 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 3 Rother in Aspen, Colorado. They Zion St. John Lutheran were blessed with one more child. Church, Sheffield Pam devoted her time to raising her Burial: family and remodeling their home. Hillside Cemetery, She later worked for the J&C GroSheffield cery in Sheffield and the Apple Day Arrangements by: Care where she especially loved takRetz Funeral Home, ing care of the youngest children. Sheffield A hard worker, Pam loved spending time with her family and animals, especially her pug, Scooby. She believed in self-reliance which showed in her political views. Family members include her husband, Wayne; son, Donald (Veronica) Grandt; daughter, Karen (Dave) Meyer; son, Michael Rother; grandchildren: Alex Meyer, Hunter Grandt, Mathew Grandt and Carson Rother; a brother, Pat (Julie) Azeltine; and her devoted dog, Scooby. Pam was preceded in death by her parents.

“It has been a difficult year for Jen,” Strike said. “She just needs to be done.” The Board approved the resignation on the contingency that another counselor would be hired before she leaves. The Board approved West Fork’s involvement in the Iowa Association of School Boards program called The Promise of Iowa. The Promise of Iowa is a campaign to focus attention on the future of Iowa public school students and to rally support for investments in public education. “We believe funding a strong school system is important to the success of Iowa,” Strike said. The Board also discussed the upcoming changes to the public school system in Iowa that has been spearheaded by Governor Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds. The Future Ready Iowa program is geared toward better aligning Iowa’s education, workforce and economic development efforts through the public school system. There will be different academies at school based on six different educational concentrations to better gear students toward specific career and technical skills. The focus areas are: business, finance, marketing and management, agriculture, food and natural resources, arts, communications and information systems, applied sciences, technology, engineering and manufacturing, health sciences and human services. Guidelines for the new programs don’t have to be in place until summer 2017 and academies set up at the beginning of the school year in 2018. “I just wanted to Board to be aware of this and to keep your eyes on this,” Strike said.

West Fork Wellness Center open house successful The West Fork board would like to thank everyone for attending the West Fork Wellness Center Grand Opening. A special thanks to Jonesey’s Stop and Shop, The West Fork Wharf, United Bank and Trust, and First Security Bank and Trust for donating door prizes.

LEFT: Jack Winter (left) won a free pizza from Jonesy’s for winning a game of “Knock Out.” RIGHT: Trey Despenas also won free pizza from Jonesy’s Stop and Shop. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

THE FOLLOWING WERE THE WINNERS OF PRIZES AND CONTEST: • Darwin Meyer – Annual membership provided by UBTC. • Gail Lacey – Annual membership donated by First Security Bank and Trust. • Ron Siems – Gift certificate to the West Fork Wharf. • Dee Peter – Gift certificate to the West Fork Wharf. • Mary Hedrick – Gift certificate donated by the West Fork Wharf. • Trey Despenas – Free pizza from Jonesey’s Stop and Shop for winning the “Hot Shots” competition. • Jack Winter – Free pizza from Jonesey’s Stop and Shop for winning the “Knock Out “ competition.

FC PLAY REVIEW

The winter play for the Franklin County Players and Franklin County Arts Council was “The One and Only Sanata Claus,” a sketch-play that uses various story lines to depict what Santa means to various people. SUBMITTED PHOTO

This year’s show was directed by first-time director Russell Wood, community services director for Franklin County. “He has such a way with kids, being able to explain why he wanted it a certain way, he really can relate to kids very well,” Buseman said of Wood. The two-and-a-half months of rehearsals began in October, and produced a good turnout, Buseman said. She explained that having a play with a lot of children involved draws support from the community in the form

of parents and grandparents, as well as providing family entertainment during the winter for those in neighboring towns. All-in-all, Buseman explained that the play is a good community building exercise, allowing adults to interact with children, and also giving parents an outlet to connect with their kids, like Buseman. “I don’t want to see the arts die in Franklin County,” Buseman said. “My daughter was in the play; it’s something I can do with my kids.”

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Marriage License Randy Kline, 49, Hampton to Laura Reents, 48, Hampton. Laura Brugman, 25, Royal to Samuel Showalter, 25, Hampton. Miguel Gomez Grijalua, 44, Latimer to Isabel Gonzalez Trejo, 43, Latimer. District Court The court handled one probation revocations. • Tia Graton, 32, Blue Earth, MN, received a deferred judgment on December 12 to Possession of a Controlled Substance First Offense. Graton was placed on one year of no supervision, assessed a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative Surcharge, and $100 in costs. • Nicolette Serbus, 19, Circle Pines, MN, received a deferred judgment on December 13 to Possession of a Controlled Substance First Offense. Serbus was ordered to complete 24 hours of community service and placed on one year of no supervision. • Shaun Walker, 40, Hampton, pled guilty on December 13 to two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance Second Offense. Walker was sentenced to two days in jail, assessed a $125 Law Enforcement Initiative Surcharge, $10 DARE, and $115 in costs. An additional charge of Domestic Abuse Assault Second Offense was dismissed.

Small Claims • Quad Corp vs. Jeffrey Bruns, Hampton. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 13 in the amount of $1,376.35 with 2.57% interest from September 28. • MSD Sales Inc. vs. J T Machine Tool Co. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 8 in the amount of $885. • Rev Auto Clear Lake LLC. Vs. Paulina Baker, Sheffield. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 8 in the amount of $2,545.90 with 2.57% interest from October 5. • H&R Accounts vs. Aaron Widmann, Alden. Case dismissed without prejudice on December 13. • H&R Accounts vs. Guadalupe Munoz, Sheffield. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 13 in the amount of $701.38 with 2.59% interest from October 31. • Hauge Associates Inc vs. Rita and Larry Odem, Hampton. Case dismissed without prejudice on December 9. Real Estate The Franklin County Recorder’s Office recorded the following real estate transactions: • Contract: Karr Properties to La Velle Storage, Tr NW ¼ 27-92-20, 20132169 • Warranty Deed: Donald and Elaine Lubkeman to Donald and Elaine Lubkeman, NW ¼ NW ¼ 4-92-21, Tr N ½ NE ¼ 5-92-21, 20162172

• Warranty Deed: Kathryn and Brian Plendl to Amanda Quasdorf, Tr Lot 2 Blk 15 Gilletts Add Hampton, 20162178 • Warranty Deed: Brenda Ann Musehl-Taylor and Jerry Taylor to Lind Family Trust, Tr SE1/4 16-91-21, 20162180 • Warranty Deed: Byron and Angela Musehl to Lind Family Trust, Tr SE1/4 16-91-21, 20162181 • Warranty Deed: John Polk and Hope Polk to Taylor and Kelly Martin, Lot 1 Blk 1 Glendale Park Add, Hampton, 20162182 • Sheriff’s Deed: Larry Richtsmeier, Sheriff FCI to Alejandro Gutierrez Vidal, Lot 1, Tr Lot 2 Blk 4 Hampton, 20132187 • Sheriff’s Deed: Larry Richtsmeier, Sheriff FCI to Alejandro Gutierrez Vidal, Lots 2 and 3, Blk 11 Gillett’s Add Hampton, 20162188 • Warranty Deed: Double V Company, Inc. to S&V Farms, Inc., Tr NE ¼ 28-9021, 20162191 • Marshal’s Deed: US Marshal to Darren Chipp, Lot 1 Blk 1 Miller’s Add Hampton, 20162195 • Warranty Deed: Merlin Plagge to Kay Eavenson, S ½ Lots 1 and 2 Blk 14 Gilman’s 2nd Add, Sheffield, 20162203 • Warranty Deed: Plagge Holdings to Dennis Farrer, E ½ Lot 7 Blk 3 Clock’s Add Latimer, 20162207 • Warranty Deed: Kevin Menning to Zachary Malcolm, Lots 13 and 14 Victory Park Add, Hampton, 20162211

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The Sheffield Press Thursday, December 22, 2016 • Shef¿eld, Iowa

EXTENSION NOTES Survey seeks public input on what makes Franklin County great • Beef weigh-in scheduled • Everyone knows Franklin County is a great place to live and work…or do they? Franklin County Development Association (FCDA) is seeking your help in highlighting the best things about Franklin County, from both lifestyle and business standpoints. A short survey has been developed in collaboration with NewsWorks, a strategic communications firm headquartered in Winterset, Iowa. NewsWorks has been hired by FCDA to help develop branding messages which will be used in economic development and other communications. “Branding is all about storytelling,” says Leah Daniels, president of NewsWorks. “We want to tell the authentic story of what it’s like to live and do business in Franklin County, and to share that message with the business owners looking for the right place to build.”

Now available, the survey may be accessed online via the FCDA Facebook page and website, franklincountyiowa.com. Hard copies may be picked up at the FCDA office, Center 1, 5 1st Street SW, Hampton. “It is very important that we get the public’s input so we can promote all the great things about Franklin County, as seen through the eyes of the experts, the people who live here and the companies doing business here,” said FCDA Director Karen Mitchell. Responses and comments from the survey will be used in creating compelling key messages which will help to strengthen FCDA’s brand identity and set Franklin County apart from the crowd for business developers and economic development professionals. All responses will be confidential and will only be reported as aggregated results. For more information or if you have any questions, contact Karen Mitchell at FCDA, (641) 456-5668.

FROM THE LOG FRANKLIN COUNTY SHERIFF Monday, December 12: • Deputies received 17 calls for service. Among the calls was a false 9-1-1 call. • 7:59 a.m.: Deputies received a report of a runaway in the 700 block of Front St., Geneva. Subject found. • 9:10 a.m.: Deputies received a report of a vehicle on the roadway in the 200 block of W. Gilman St., Sheffield. • 9:37 a.m.: Deputies transported a subject. • 11:09 a.m.: Deputies received a report of a controlled burn in the 2200 block of Grouse Ave., Hampton. • 1 p.m.: Deputies assisted the Hampton Police at the courthouse. • 1:54 p.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy in the 2300 block of Highway 3. • 2:23 p.m.: Deputies provided a lift assist in the 2100 block of 175th St., Hampton. • 2:28 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a vehicle in the ditch in the 1400 block of Indigo Ave., Latimer. • 3:28 p.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy in the 700 block of 3rd Ave., Hampton. • 4:35 p.m.: Deputies served a warrant. • 4:42 p.m.: Deputies assisted with a property exchange in the 200 block of Villa Ave., Alexander. • 4:51 p.m.: Deputies received a report of stop sign lights not working properly near the intersection of Highway 65 and 190th St. • 5:52 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 1100 block of 180th St., Hampton. • 6:24 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the southbound 171 mile marker of I-35. • 6:30 p.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy. • 8:40 p.m.: Deputies received a lost dog report in the 400 block of 2nd St., Sheffield. Tuesday, December 13: • Deputies received 8 calls for service. • 4:20 p.m.: Deputies dispatched medical personnel to the 900 block of 7th St., Allison. • 6 a.m.: Deputies transported a prisoner to the Hardin County Jail. • 6:30 a.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy. • 7:34 a.m.: Deputies arrested Lance Rodenbeck, 34, of Eldora, on a Franklin County warrant for a probation violation. He was placed in a cell and held to appear. • 7:40 a.m.: Deputies dispatched another agency. • 10:53 a.m.: Deputies received a report of a controlled burn in the 1700 block of Heather Ave., Latimer. • 1:57 p.m.: Deputies were called to a personal injury accident near the intersection of 80th St. and Fir Ave., Dows. • 10:06 p.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy. Wednesday, December 14: • Deputies received 8 calls for service. • 12:04 a.m.: Deputies assisted the Hampton Police in the 200 block of 3rd St. NE. • 9:24 a.m.: Deputies received a trespassing report. • 11:45 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel. • 2:01 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel at the FFA building in Sheffield. • 3:05 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a lost cat in the Public Hunting Ground near Popejoy. • 4:31 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a semi on the roadway in the 800 block of 190th St., Latimer. • 4:34 p.m.: Deputies received a medical call for Polk County. • 11:14 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the southbound 163 mile marker of I-35. Thursday, December 15: • Deputies received 8 calls for service. Among the calls was a false 9-1-1 call.

• 12:30 a.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the southbound 171 mile marker of I-35. • 7:47 a.m.: Deputies received a report of a disabled vehicle with a flat tire. • 8:03 a.m.: Deputies received a railroad crossing complaint. • 8:58 a.m.: Deputies dispatched another agency. • 9:41 a.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy. • 7:18 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a car-deer accident near the intersection of Highway 65 and Maynes Grove. • 10:27 p.m.: Deputies received a report of a car-deer accident in the 1000 block of Highway 65. Friday, December 16: • Deputies received 12 calls for service. Among the calls were 2 false 9-1-1 calls. • 6:30 a.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check. • 6:58 a.m.: Deputies received a report of a vehicle parked on the side of the roadway. • 7:48 a.m.: Deputies received a traffic complaint. • 8:41 a.m.: Deputies assisted Wright County with a call. • 10:49 a.m.: Deputies served a warrant out of Cerro Gordo County in the 1100 block of Thompson St., Sheffield. • 4:23 p.m.: Deputies assisted the Hampton Police with an accident at Fareway. • 6:04 p.m.: Deputies were called to a car-deer accident in the 1200 block of Highway 65. • 10:37 p.m.: Deputies assisted the Hampton Police in the 100 block of 1st St., Hampton. • 10:50 p.m.: Deputies assisted the Hampton Police in arresting Brock Michael Casady, 31, of Hampton, for interference with official acts. He was placed in a cell and held to appear. • 10:53 p.m.: Deputies assisted the Hampton Police in arresting Felicia Martinez, 31, of Hampton, for a Franklin County mittimus to serve 30 days for non-payment of child support and also a Floyd County warrant for failure to appear for operating while intoxicated. She was placed in a cell and held for transport. Saturday, December 17: • Deputies received one call for service. • 3:10 a.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 400 block of 4th St., Hampton. Sunday, December 18: • Deputies received 14 calls for service. Among the calls was a false 9-1-1 call. • 6:53 a.m.: Deputies dispatched another agency to the southbound 150 mile marker of I-35. • 8:15 a.m.: Deputies dispatched another agency to the southbound 154 mile marker of I-35. • 10:12 a.m.: Deputies dispatched another agency to the southbound 176 mile marker of I-35. • 10:34 a.m.: Deputies performed a welfare check in the 100 block of West St., Latimer. • 2:17 p.m.: Deputies assisted fire personnel with a vehicle fire near the southbound 170 mile marker of I-35. • 2:42 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist in the 700 block of Sherman St., Sheffield. • 2:58 p.m.: Deputies assisted a motorist near the northbound 171 mile marker of I-35. • 4:10 p.m.: Subject requested to speak with a deputy in the 100 block of S. Reynolds St., Latimer. • 7:18 p.m.: Deputies assisted medical personnel in the 200 block of 4th Ave. Dr. NE. • 9:18 p.m.: Deputies received a report of an animal on the roadway near the intersection of Olive Ave. and Beeds Lake Drive. • 11:51 p.m.: Deputies received a harassment report in the 800 block of Dove Ave., Dows.

• Private pesticide for 4-H and FFA members applicator recertification training scheduled The 4-H/FFA market beef weigh-in for members wishing to exhibit at the Franklin County Fair, Iowa State Fair, or AK-SAR-BEN will be held Wednesday, Dec. 28 at the Hampton Vet Center, Hwy 3 W. Identification forms and tags will be provided that day for members. In case of bad weather, listen to KLMJ 104.9FM, Hampton. Make-up date is Thursday, Dec. 29. 4-H/FFA members wanting to exhibit market steers, market heifers, or carcass performance steers (see below), at the Franklin County Fair only must weigh calves between 8-9 a.m. Calves that need to be weighed and properly identified for the Iowa State Fair or AK-SAR-BEN must be brought to the weigh-in between 9-11 a.m. State Fair 4-H and AK-SAR-BEN calves must be retinal scanned at the weigh-in site. The cost is $10 per verification process per calf. FFA members verifying State Fair calves must get required tags, hair and nose print supplies from FFA Advisor. Verification forms must be signed by member, parent, and the site coordinator. Contact the Franklin County Extension Office at (641) 456-4811 if you are planning to weigh in calves for state fair or AK-SAR-BEN. The Beef Carcass Performance class will be held Wednesday of the county fair. 4-H/FFA members qualify by weighing steers (max of 5) at the county weigh-in, Dec. 28. Only one steer per member may be entered and exhibited at the county fair. At the live show, animals will be shown loose in the ring, unwashed, groomed or clipped. Each exhibitor will give a presentation to the judge about the care, feeding, and costs of raising their animal. Awards and prizes will be given at the show based on rate-of-gain and presentations. Following the show the steers will be held at a local feedlot and a yardage fee will be charged until the cattle are transported to a harvesting facility. Carcass information and rate-of-gain will be used to figure the overall winners. For more information contact Franklin County Cattlemen members Vic Wolf II at (515) 689-4904, or Phil DeVries (641) 425-7141.

Private pesticide applicators that renew their certification through continuing instruction courses will have the opportunity to attend sessions in December and February in Franklin County. The Tuesday, Dec. 13 training will be held at the Ridge Stone Golf Club in Sheffield from 1:30–3:30 p.m. The Thursday, Feb. 2 meeting will be from 1:30–3:30 p.m., at the Hampton Country Club in Hampton. The program begins promptly at the times listed. Participants must attend the full two-hour program to receive credit for attendance. Since 1993 private pesticide applicators must be certified to buy and apply “restricted use” pesticides on their own farms. Initial certification or renewing a certification that has expired must be done by passing an examination by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS). The date for the 2016-17 test will be Friday, March 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at NIACC in Mason City. Applicators who cannot attend the sessions in Franklin County may attend sessions in any county. The Franklin County Extension Office has locations, dates and times of courses in surrounding counties. Applicators must attend a session by April 15 if they are renewing their license by attending a course each year. Applicators should bring their pesticide license number and the $20 training fee payable to Franklin County Extension to the workshop. For more information contact Traci Kloetzer, Office Manager at Franklin County Extension, (641) 456-4811 or tkloetze@iastate.edu Extension programs are available to everyone without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age or disability.

2017 Confinement Iowa 4-H Site Manure Foundation • 2017 Crop Advantage Series announces Applicator training scheduled in coming to 14 Iowa locations scholarships Franklin County The 2017 Crop Advantage Series offers a unique opportunity for farmers and crop advisers to hear current research and crop production information Confinement site manure applifor 2017 from Iowa State University in their own back yard. cators should plan to attend a twoIowa State University Extension and Outreach specialists will travel to 14 locations around Iowa from Jan. 4-27, providing updated management options and recommendations on current and future crop production issues. Continuing educations credits for Certified Crop Advisers and pesticide safety recertification also will be offered. “There is no other program in our crop production education year that we are able to bring this many extension specialists together to individual sites across the state like we are able to do for these crop advantage meetings,” said Joel DeJong, field agronomist in northwest Iowa with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. In 2016, a total of 2,094 individuals attended the meetings across the state, representing 97 of the 99 counties in Iowa. When asked the impact of information about managing operation margins for 2016 and beyond, 44 percent of attendees estimated a value of $5-10 per acre and 24 percent estimated a value of $10-20 per acre. “Our goal is to prepare producers to manage potential issues when they arise, or even before they arise, by sharing the most up-to-date scientific knowl2017 CAS MEETING edge from Iowa State University,” said • Jan. 04 – Sheldon DeJong. “Content at the meetings is • Jan. 05 – Okoboji driven by county needs and production • Jan. 06 – Burlington issues.” • Jan. 10 – Storm Lake Topics on the agenda this year include • Jan. 11 – Ames managing economic challenges, nitrogen • Jan. 12 – Moravia dynamics with rye cover crop, new and • Jan. 13 – Mason City emerging corn diseases to look for in • Jan. 17 – Atlantic 2017, pest resistance management plan • Jan. 18 – Fort Dodge for soybean aphid, and drainage design • Jan. 19 – Waterloo for profits and water quality. Other topics • Jan. 24 – Le Mars will include a crop market outlook and • Jan. 25 – Iowa City preventing Palmer amaranth from mov• Jan. 26 – Denison ing onto a farm. (new location for 2017) “Palmer amaranth will be a large dis• Jan. 29 – Davenport cussion topic since it’s now been iden(new location for 2017) tified in the majority of Iowa counties, along with the risk and return of specific management factors in all inputs of crop production,” said DeJong. “Almost all topics will relate back to the narrow or negative margins many have been seeing in production agriculture.” The series features two new meeting locations for 2017. Denison will replace the Carroll meeting location, and the Davenport meeting is a joint effort between ISU Extension and Outreach and University of Illinois Extension. Early registration for each location is $50; late registration made less than seven days prior to the meeting or on site is $60. Registration includes lunch, printed proceedings, private pesticide applicator recertification and CCA credits. Online registration and additional information is available at www. cropadvantage.org or from any county extension office. For questions, contact ANR Program Services at (515) 294-6429 or anr@iastate.edu, or contact a regional Iowa State University Extension and Outreach field agronomist. For locations, times, program content and host information, visit www. cropadvantage.org. Crop Advantage Series is presented by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach with support from the Iowa Soybean Association and from the North Central SARE Program–Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education.

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The Iowa 4-H Foundation announces its 2017 scholarship program for current or former 4-H members planning to attend college in the fall. The Iowa 4-H Foundation has announced applications are now available for the 4-H scholarship program. Over 90 scholarship opportunities valued at over $90,000 will be awarded. The various scholarship awards range in amounts from $50 0 to $10,0 0 0. Certain scholarships are open to students pursuing any field of study, while others are open to students pursuing degrees in agriculture, food and nutrition, ag business, animal science, journalism and STEM related studies. Former and current 4-H members graduating from high school or currently attending college are eligible applicants. While a majority of the 4-H scholarship opportunities are available for students attending Iowa State University, scholarships are available to students planning to attend an Iowa Regent university, Iowa private college, Iowa community college or any land-grant university. Iowa 4-H members are eligible to apply for 4-H scholarships if they meet individual scholarship requirements, as determined by the scholarship donors. Applicants must enroll as a full-time student to receive scholarship awards. Information and applications for the 4-H Scholarships are now available online through the Iowa 4-H Foundation at www.iowa4hfoundation.org/scholarships. Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m., Feb. 1, 2017, for consideration. Only one application form is needed for all Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarships. Eligible students may apply for more than one scholarship, however, only one scholarship per individual will be awarded per academic year. “We are extremely excited about our growing scholarship program and the additional resources that will be available for Iowa 4-H’ers entering or continuing college next fall,” said Albert Grunenwald, executive director of the Iowa 4-H Foundation. “These donor-funded scholarships will help recipients build on their Iowa 4-H experiences and keep them on a path to future success.” Since 1949, donors to the Iowa 4-H Foundation have provided financial resources to fund quality 4-H experiences and recognition opportunities for Iowa youth. To further explore establishing a scholarship with the Iowa 4-H Foundation, please contact Mary Clancy, Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarship Coordinator at clancy@iastate.edu or (712) 830-1321.

The Start to Farm: New Farmer Learning Network, organized by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, is a state-wide program designed to provide education and support for beginning and early-stage agricultural producers. Start to Farm groups will meet to discuss ways to grow and improve business practices and production techniques. In north central Iowa a group is being organized and a workshop will be held on Jan. 12, 5:30-8:30 p.m., at the First Citizens Bank, 2601 4th St. SW in Mason City. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, Iowa Farm Bureau District young farmer program and Ag Ventures Alliance are helping to organize the group. At this first session farm financial management for all kinds of farming enterprises will be emphasized. Kelvin Leibold, Extension Farm Management specialist will lead the discussion on “Understanding what your lender needs”. Registration for the program is requested to reserve a meal, but there is no participation fee. Contact Euken at the Hancock County ISU Extension and Outreach Office at (641) 923-2856 or by email at reuken@iastate.edu or Laura Cunningham, Iowa Farm Bureau young farmer district representative at (641) 425-4473 or by email at Cunningham.lauraa@gmail.com to register for the Jan. 12 Start to Farm meeting or with any questions. The Start to Farm project is beThe Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ weeking funded in part by an ISU Exly fishing report is compiled with information gathtension and Outreach grant through ered from local bait shops, angler creel surveys and the USDA Beginning Farmer and state park staff. For current information, contact the Rancher Development Program. Clear Lake Fish and Wildlife office at (641) 357-3517. For more information, visit the ISU Clear Lake: Ice thickness is three to five inches Extension and Outreach Beginning on most of the little lake and two to four inches on the Farmer Center website or look on main lake. Check ice conditions as you go. Yellow bass Facebook for Iowa Start to Farm or fishing has been fair. They are taking wax worms and North Iowa Young Farmers.

hour workshop offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to maintain or renew their confinement site manure applicator certification. There is no fee to attend the workshops, but applicators will need to pay certification fees to complete certification requirements. The Franklin County workshop will be offered on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., at the Hampton Country Club, 1620 Country Club Lane, Hampton. “Iowa law requires confinement site manure applicators to attend two hours of continuing education each year of their three-year certification period, or take and pass an exam once every three years,” said Dan Andersen, assistant professor of agriculture and biosystems engineering at Iowa State University and coordinator of the manure applicator certification program. A total of 63 counties will participate in the confinement site manure applicator workshops. In addition, a series of six dry/solid manure applicator certification meetings will be held in February. ISU Extension and Outreach county offices have a complete list of workshop dates and locations, which can also be viewed at http://www.agronext.iastate.edu/ immag/certification/confinementsitebrochure.pdf. The workshops serve as initial certification for those applicators who are not currently certified, recertification for those renewing licenses and continuing education for those applicators in their second or third year of their license. Due to uniform certification deadlines, applicators are encouraged to attend workshops prior to March 1 to avoid being assessed a late fee of $12.50 for those who are re-certifying. Those unable to attend one of the workshops need to schedule time with their ISU Extension and Outreach county office to watch the training DVD. Due to scheduling conflicts, many offices will no longer accept walk-in appointments to watch these DVDs, but do offer scheduled dates and times to provide this training. Those who can’t attend training during one of the scheduled reshow dates at their county extension office will be charged a $10 fee to view the training at their convenience. Applicators now have another option, online certification, and applicators can take their training online at DNR MAC eLearning site at https://elearning-dnr.iowa.gov/. The applicator will need to sign-in and get an A&A account. Contact Traci Kloetzer, Office Manager, at Franklin County Extension and Outreach for more information about the Manure Applicator Certification Program or visit http:// www.agronext.iastate.edu/immag/ mac.html.

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White Pizza Frittata Recipe created by Rachel Cooks on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 35 minutes | Servings: 8 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large clove garlic, minced 12 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and water pressed out 12 large eggs 1/4 cup skim milk 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup minced fresh basil 1/2 cup shredded, part-skim mozzarella cheese Heat oven to 325 F. In oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Once garlic is fragrant, add spinach; break up to incorporate and heat. In medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pepper, oregano, ricotta, Parmesan and basil. Add egg mixture to skillet, reduce heat to low and cook 1 minute, stirring gently. Move to oven and bake 25-30 minutes, or until eggs are almost completely set. Carefully remove from oven and add mozzarella. Return to oven and bake until mozzarella is melted, about 5 minutes. May be served hot, at room temperature or cold.

3/4 cup buckwheat flour 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 eggs 1 3/4 cups lactose-free, 2 percent milk 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 cups fresh blueberries, plus additional for topping (optional) Syrup (optional) In large bowl, whisk together flours, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In small bowl, beat

eggs then add milk, oil and vanilla; mix well. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix to combine. Heat griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Using 1/4 measuring cup, pour batter onto griddle. Gently place several blueberries all over surface of pancakes. Flip pancakes when bubbles start to form around edges and bottoms are golden brown. Cook on other side until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove to plate and cover to keep warm. Top pancakes with additional blueberries and syrup before serving, if desired.

Oats 1 cup 2 percent milk 3/4 cup water 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 cup old-fashioned oats Huevos Rancheros 1/2 cup sweet onion, peeled and chopped 1 1/2 teaspoons light olive oil 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder 2 eggs Kosher salt Black pepper 1/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated In medium saucepan over medium-high heat, bring milk, water and salt to boil. Stir in oats. Reduce heat

to medium-low and simmer oats, stirring occasionally, 4 minutes. Remove oats from heat and place lid on saucepan. Set aside. In nonstick skillet over medium heat, saute onion in olive oil until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir canned tomatoes with green chilies and chipotle chili powder into onions to combine. Continue to heat salsa to boil, about 1 minute. Make two wells in middle of tomato salsa. Crack eggs into wells. Season eggs with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover skillet and poach eggs in salsa to desired doneness; about 3-4 minutes. Divide oats evenly between two bowls. Spoon eggs and salsa over oats. Serve immediately with cheddar cheese.

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SPORTS IN BRIEF • Warhawks down Central Springs

Add some winter wonder to your landscape Add some special interest to your winter landscape, or maybe the yard of someone on your gift-giving list, with the Winter Wonderland specialty packet from Iowa’s State Forest Nursery. Cost for the 250 bare-root seedlings is $190 plus tax, shipping and handling, the same price as a regular 200-seedling packet. Seedlings are between 8-24 inches, depending on the tree or shrub species. The Winter Wonderland packet includes 50 each of the following: • Jack pine is fast-growing pine with an open, loose appearance. It is very hardy on dry, sandy sites and will grow 30-50 feet tall. • White spruce, with its dense foliage and a pyramid shape, can withstand extremes of heat and cold and grows to be 50-80 feet tall. • Redosier dogwood grows from four to 20 feet tall and displays vibrant red stems, attractive white flowers and white berries. It tolerates wet soil well. • Gray dogwood has white flowers, white berries and blue-green foliage that provide great winter interest. This shrub tolerates wet soil and will grow 10-15 feet tall. • Ninebark keeps things interesting in the winter with its brown shaggy peeling bark and white to slightly pink f lowers. It’s drought

tolerant and grows 6-10 feet tall. In addition to the seedlings, those ordering this month’s packet will receive a copy of Guide to Common Trees & Shrubs of Iowa – a perfect stocking stuffer. This 100-page booklet contains detailed descriptions, information and illustrations of more than 40 Iowa trees and shrubs. “For those wondering about sales of the November Fan Favorite packet,” says Paul Tauke, State Forester, “the Cyclones will be putting the most habitat on the ground next year with the best-selling Cyclone packet. Go Cyclones!” How to Order: This month’s specialty packet is only available through Dec. 28. Anyone can purchase seedlings from the Iowa State Forest Nursery for CRP projects, to increase wildlife habitat, pollinator potential or diversify backyard woodlands. More than 40 species are available from the nursery. Call 1-800-865-2477, between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., and mention the “Winter Wonderland packet.” This packet will be delivered in the spring. Seedling choices, including photos and descriptions, can be seen in the seedling catalog at www.iowadnr.com/nursery.

MANLY – A double-double for Jacqlyn Caspers helped pace the West Fork girls basketball team to a 61-40 win at Central Springs on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Caspers scored 20 points and pulled down 10 rebounds, adding five blocked shots as the Warhawks overwhelmed the Panthers. Lexi Jones’ 12 points and three steals led coach h Rodney Huber’s team in both statistical categories as West Fork improved to 4-2 overall, 3-1 in the Top of Iowa East conference. Morgan Meier came off the bench to add seven rebounds and three assists for the Warhawks. West Fork 61, Central Springs 40 West Fork (4-2, 3-1) – Kaiitlyn Liekweg 2-6 2-2 8, Alli Arndt 0-0 0-0 0, Kenna Weaver 1-1 0-0 2, Kennedy Maske 0-2 0-0 0, Lexi Bray 4-6 0-0 8, Rachael Jones 1-1 0-0 2, Alyssa Barkema 0-1 0-0 0, Morgan Meier 3-5 0-2 6, Lexi Jones 6-11 0-0 12, Jacqlyn Caspers 7-11 6-7 20, Emily Caspers 1-1 1-2 3, Lauren Trewin 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 25-45 9-13 61. West Fork Cent Sprgs

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Three-point goals – WF 2-9 (Liekweg 2-5, Jones 0-2, Maske 0-2). Rebounds – WF 34, 12 off., 24 def. (J. Caspers 10, Meier 7, Bray 6, Liekweg 4, Jones 2, E. Caspers 2, Weaver, Kuhlemeier). Assists – WF 16 (Weaver 3, Bray 3, Meier 3, Jones 4, Liekweg 2, Jones 2, J. Caspers 2, E. Caspers). Steals – WF 9 (Jones 3, Liekweg 2, Meier 2, Weaver, Bray). Blocks – WF 6 (J. Caspers 5, E. Caspers). Fouled out – None.

• WF cruises by Central Springs MANLY – It was smooth sailing for the West Fork boys basketball team on Tuesday, Dec. 13 in a 70-38 road victory. The Warhawks, led by Zach Martinek’s 24 points, had three players in double-figure scoring as it rolled out to an early lead and didn’t look back. Travis Fekkers added 13 and Dawson Zeitler came off of the bench to contribute 12 points in the victory. Zeitler also led the team in rebounding with seven as the Warhawks out-rebounded the Panthers 37-21. Both Mitchell Halloran and Ian Latham came off the bench to hand out a pair of assists and come up with two more steals as West Fork improved to 5-1 overall, 4-0 in the Top of Iowa East Conference. West Fork 70, Central Springs 38 West Fork (5-1, 4-0) – Jake Nierengarten 1-3 1-2 3, Travis Fekkers 6-13 0-0 13, Rylan Fleshner 1-4 0-0 2, Thomas Nuehring 1-4 3-4 5, Zach Martinek 1013 0-0 24, Mitchell Halloran 1-4 0-0 3, Lukas Wogen 0-1 0-0 0, Kyle Rooney 1-2 0-0 2, Conner Schulz 0-0 0-0 0, Dawson Zeitler 5-5 2-2 12, Austin Larson 0-0 0-0 0, Cole Hall 0-2 1-2 1, Nathan Meinders 1-1 0-0 2, Jayden Engebretson 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 28-54 7-10 70. West Fork Cent. Sprgs

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Three-point goals – WF 7-22 (Martinek 4-6, Latham 1-2, Halloran 1-3, Fekkers 1-4, Nierengarten 0-1, Wogen 0-1, Fleshner 0-2, Nuehring 0-3). Rebounds – WF 37, 8 off., 29 def. (Zeitler 7, Fekkers 5, Hall 4, Meinders 4, Fleshner 3, Nuehring 3, Nierengarten 2, Martinek 2, Halloran 2, Rooney 2, Team 2, Schulz). Assists – WF 9 (Fleshner 2, Halloran 2, Latham 2, Fekkers, Nuehring, Rooney). Steals – WF 8 (Nierengarten 2, Halloran 2, Latham 2, Nuehring, Martinek). Blocks – WF 2 (Halloran, Hall). Fouled out – None.

Celebrate the New Year in an Iowa State Park Twenty-five Iowa state parks will host free, guided hikes on January 1, as part of America’s State Parks’ First Day Hike initiative. All 50 states will participate in the sixth annual event that encourages everyone to rejuvenate and reconnect with nature. Last year, more than 600 people participated in Iowa’s First Day Hikes, covering more than 1,100 total miles. Hikers can expect to experience spectacular views, beautiful settings and the cultural treasures offered by Iowa’s state parks. Hikes will average one to two miles depending on the location, and start times vary by park. Participating parks include: Brushy Creek State Recreation Area, Cedar Rock, Dolliver Memorial State Park, Gitchie Manitou State Preserve, Green Valley State Park, Honey Creek Resort State Park, Lacey-Keosauqua State Park, Lake Anita State Park, Lake Darling State Park, Lake Macbride State Park, Ledges State Park, Lewis and Clark State Park, McIntosh Woods State Park, Maquoketa Caves State Park, Mines of Spain State Recreation Area, Pikes Peak State Park, Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area, Pine Lake State Park, Prairie Rose State Park, Springbrook Conservation Education Center, Stone State Park, Walnut Woods State Park, Waubonsie State Park, Wilson Island State Recreation Area and Yellow River State Forest. All participants are encouraged to share their adventures on social media with #FirstDayHikes.

Public invited to bid on NIACC House Build 1.0 Bids are now being accepted for the 1500 sq. ft. home being built by the Building Trades program on the NIACC campus. This first-ofits-kind construction project was made possible by a generous $100,000 gift to the Keeping NIACC First Capital Campaign from Dean Snyder Construction. The three bedroom, two and a half bathroom home will be moved to its permanent location by the new owner. The home includes the complete structural shell ready to be moved and set on a foundation or basement wall, 4” vinyl siding, windows and sliding door, roughed-in plumbing with shower and tub, electrical, drywall, interior doors, trim, and is insulated to local energy rating specifications. Not included in the sale price are kitchen cupboards, bathroom vanities, toilets, flooring, or porch/deck. However, these items may be installed by the NIACC Building Trades students if purchased by the buyer and time permits or both parties agree to the terms. “Our Building Trades students have done a great job building this new house,” said Gregg Helmich, NIACC Building Trades Instructor. “It has been an excellent opportunity for our students to be a part of a home build from the ground up and has given them the chance to refine not only their construction skills, but their critical thinking and decision-making skills as well. They have risen to the challenge and have produced a great product.” Helmich followed up by encouraging anyone interested in the house build to follow the progress on the NIACC Building Trades Facebook page for regular updates. The bidding process and contract will be directed by Attorney Gerald M. Stambaugh. All bids will be considered. The final date to submit a bid is Jan. 31, 2017. Interested bidders are invited to learn more at www.niacc.edu/housebuild and contact Mary Spitz at (641) 422-4111 to set up an appointment to view the home. A detailed specification sheet and bidding process document are also available.

PUBLIC NOTICE Board of Supervisors OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS FRANKLIN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS UNAPPROVED MINUTES DECEMBER 12, 2016 Be it duly noted these minutes of 12/12/16 are UNOFFICIAL minutes. The Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 8:30 a.m., with Board members Corey Eberling-Chairman, Gary McVicker and Michael Nolte present. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, approves the agenda as submitted. All ayes, motion carried. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Eberling, approves the minutes of 12/5/16. All ayes. Motion carried. Committee Updates: Board of Health; District II Supervisor meeting; Iowa Drainage District Association; Emergency Management Commission; and New Cooperative, Rowan, update. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, approves an Application to Perform Work within Franklin County Highway Right of Way for Keith Koenen to connect to tile in ditch along Indigo Avenue in Section 9, Marion Township. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, approves an Application to Outlet Private Field Drainage Tile in County Secondary Road Right of Way for William Savage along Violet Avenue in Section 3, Geneva Township. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, approves an Application to Outlet Private Field Drainage Tile into Franklin County Road Right of Way along the north side of 30th Avenue in Section 25, Grant Township, to Sherman Aldinger. All ayes. Motion carried. Russell Wood, P&Z, Planner, Comm Service met to update the Board on his departments. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, appoints Sherry Becker to CICS Mental Health and Disabilities Services Regional Advisory Board, effective immediately. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, if an employee is hired to ¿ll the duties of compliance officer for CICS Regional Staffing, Franklin County will be the employer of record. All ayes, motion carried. Franklin County Librarians present were: Kim Manning-Hampton, Dee Schrodt-Alexander, Linda Allan-Coulter, Deb Olson-Dows and Jessica Foreshoe-Shef¿eld, all met to request dollars as was offered two years ago for the FY17/18 Budget, to be divided among each library. No action taken. Ned Parker-Conservation Director, Logan VanDyke-Conservation and Keith Kothenbeutel-Shooting Range Manager, inquired on the North Hansell Shooting Range and the ongoing maintenance and improvements. Lee Gallentine-Drainage Engineer, Ryken Engineering, updated the Board and is looking for direction on: WO #48 DD 48 Lat 9-In shoulder of the road doesn’t seem to be any intakes and landowners want repairs done along with the DD 48 Main repair. Trustees agreed that Gallentine wait until the main is opened up by Rognes and determine if repairs will be needed after that repair is done. WO #26 DD 34 Main-Areas of channel downstream from the tile outlet that has sandbars shows 500-550’ was widened and deepened when district was established. Want it cleaned out? Yes, the Trustees agreed to call Weidemann or McDowell WO #36 DD 9 Sub 1 (Bradford)-Limited televising from the north and south due to roots and rocks under the road and railroad south of the elevator. What do the Trustees want to do? Trustees directed Gallentine to attempt to jet out the rocks on C55 (70th St) and see what is found as far as any blockage and report back.

WO #32 DD 39 Lat 2-Section 33 & 34, Oakland Township-Water on east side of road is higher than west side. Can’t see any cause. Do you want to dig and televise under the road and pipelines? Trustees directed Gallentine to televise and see what is found. WO #52 DD 34 Lat 41-Section 11, Oakland Township-A grove of Ash and Aus trees are causing blockage on 11” tile and 50’ of tile open. Do you want to replace the tile with non-perforated tile with the possibility of roots showing up again in the future, or remove trees on top of the tile 100’ each way? Trustees directed Gallentine to cause the removal of trees, based on the height of the tree, up to 100’; minimum 60’, each direction of the tile per Iowa Code Section 468.38 and 468.39 and replace the tile with non-perforated tile to prevent roots in the future. WO #31 DD 65-Landowner wants the pump removed. If Paine wants to pursue this release of water into his pond, he needs to contract an engineer to develop a plan and receive landowner permission to go over the landowner’s property. The Trustees will develop a letter to send to Paine requiring him to remove the present pump station within 10 days receipt of the letter (Code 468.149 states 3 days) and if he does not comply with the noti¿cation the County shall remove the pump with the cost being billed to him personally. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, at 11:43 a.m. Virginia Meinberg requested her evaluation go into closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). Eberling-Aye, McVicker-Aye, Nolte-Aye. Motion carried. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, at 12:06 p.m., comes out of closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). Eberling-Aye, McVicker-aye, Nolte-Aye. Motion carried. No action taken. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, at 1:04 p.m. Gabe Johanns requested his evaluation go into closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). Eberling-Aye, McVicker-Aye, Nolte-Aye. Motion carried. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, at 1:32 p.m., comes out of closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). Eberling-Aye, McVicker-aye, Nolte-Aye. Motion carried. No action taken. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, accepts the of¿cial resignation of Franklin County Sheriff, Larry Richtsmeier, as of 12/31/16. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, approves a Fireworks Permit to Donald Ziesman to display on 12/24/16 at 325 Finch Ave, Alden, IA. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, approves the Minutes of 11/30/16 DD Big 4 Main Open Ditch from Hardin County Control County for a Public Hearing on Completion of Contract. All ayes. Motion carried. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, at 1:43 p.m., Ryan Petersen requested his evaluation go into closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). Eberling-Aye, McVicker-Aye, Nolte-Aye. Motion carried. Motion by Nolte, seconded by McVicker, at 2:01 p.m., comes out of closed session per Iowa Code Section 21.5(1)(i). Supervisor Nolte left the meeting at 2 p.m. Eberling-Aye, McVicker-aye, Nolte-Absent. Motion carried. No action taken. The Board acknowledged the Sheriff’s November 2016 Monthly Report of Fees. Motion by McVicker, seconded by Nolte, adjourns at 2:14 p.m., until December 19, 2016. All ayes. Motion carried. ATTEST: Corey Eberling, Chairman Michelle S. Giddings, Auditor Published in The Shef¿eld Press on December 22, 2016

Push for the playoffs With only two weeks left, it is going to be a race to the ¿nish to ¿gure out who gets in, and who is left out in the cold. The playoff p e r at u r e s d id push is upon us t h i s we e ke nd and some teams in north Iowa. PIGSKIN h a ve a l r e a d y T hey t a ke on PONDERINGS t he Ch iefs i n clinched spots and divisions, Kansas City on while some have Christmas night. s e ve r ely hu r t I will be their chances. watching it with For the first my family, and time in 14 years, the Oakland Raid- my stepfather, who is a Chiefs fan. I ers are in the playoffs. They clinched am hoping Santa brings me a Brona playoff spot after beating their di- cos victory for Christmas, or at least vision rival San Diego Chargers 19- a few early touchdowns to put the 16. pressure on. It was an ugly game that saw a The Seahawks clinched the NFC combined seven field goals, with West with a dominating win against Oakland kicking the go-ahead one the L.A. Rams. This Rams loss conwith less than three minutes left in tributed to the firing of head coach the game. San Diego had a chance, Jeff Fisher, who just happened to but in typical San Diego fashion this sign an extension in the off-season. year, Rivers threw an interception to Jaguars coach Gus Bradley was end the game. also fired on Sunday, after the Jags T he New Engla nd Pat r iot s lost to the Texans, to fall to a 2-12 clinched their eighth straight divi- record. The Texans somehow came sion title, and number 14 in the last back and beat Jacksonville 21-20, 16 years. and currently lead the AFC South, It must be nice for Pats fans to yet they have a quarterback controplay in a division with three sorry versy in their midst. teams that can’t be consistent, much After throwing a terrible 6/11 for less good enough to compete with 48 yards and two picks, Brock Osthe Patriots. weiler, the $72 million quarterback New England beat my Broncos. who was supposed to be the Texans It was typical Denver football this savior, was benched for Tom Savage. year, great defense, blanket cover- Savage ended up bringing the Texage and good pass rush. Brady didn’t ans back to win the game. So now even complete a pass in the first the Texans have to decide if they quarter. Yet after a muffed punt and want to go back to Osweiler, who a red zone interception, the Broncos has struggled all year and will cononly had three points to show for tinue to struggle, or ride with Savage it, and that is the only points they and admit they made a huge mistake scored all day. If you had told me the with Osweiler. Broncos would have held Brady and Four teams have clinched a playthe Pats to 16 points in Denver, I’d off spot, two in each conference and say we win all day. with only two weeks left, it is going Sadly, that was not the case, and to be a race to the finish to figure out Denver’s playoff chances are plum- who gets in, and who is left out in the meting about as quick as the tem- cold.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Shef¿eld City Council OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF SHEFFIELD UNAPPROVED MINUTES DECEMBER 12, 2016 The Shef¿eld City Council Regular Session was called to order at Shef¿eld City Hall by Mayor, Nick Wilson, at 7 p.m., on Monday, December 12, 2016. Council Members in attendance were Jim Hegarty, JC McCaslin, Mike McKee, & Brad Mulford. Also in attendance were Pat Nuehring, Public Works Director; Police Chief, Sam Cain; and Police Deputy, Colten Kensett. Mayor Wilson led the Pledge of Allegiance. McKee made a motion to approve the agenda. Hegarty seconded, motion carried unanimously. Mayor Wilson announced that it was the time and place for the public forum. Nothing was presented. McKee made a motion to approve the minutes from the regular November session. McCaslin seconded, motion carried unanimously. Hegarty made a motion to approve the bill listing. Mulford seconded the motion and it carried unanimously. Hegarty made a motion to approve the clerk’s monthly ¿nance report and McKee seconded the motion, it carried unanimously. In New Business: Kevin from WHKS was present to present preliminary plans for the water main replacement project to the council. McKee motioned to accept the preliminary plans and proceed with ¿nal design, Mulford seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Hegarty motioned to approve an ABD License for Timeless Treasure, Mulford seconded, and it passed unanimously. Two quotes for new copier lease agreements were presented to the council. After a brief discussion, the council decided to not take any action and ¿nish out the existing lease. Mayor Wilson informed the council that it has been brought to his attention that now that the city has an employee handbook, bene¿ts offered to part-time employees must be the same as those offered at the library and vice-versa. Currently, library part-time employees receive vacation time and holiday pay for Christmas. The library director also receives sick time. As the employee handbook reads, to be eligible for any kind of bene¿ts, you must work a minimum of 40 hours per week. After discussion, Hegarty motioned to have the library policies align with the city employee handbook starting January 1, 2017. McCaslin seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. McCaslin did say that he would like to explore the idea of paying all parttime employees for the Christmas holiday. It will be placed on the agenda for the January regular session. City Clerk, Katy Flint, reported that she had received a $12,000 grant on behalf of the city from the Foster & Evelyn Barkema Trust Foundation to go towards replacing a shelter house in City Park. Mayor Wilson asked the council if they would like this project included on the project list and budget for FY2018. They all agreed. Mayor Wilson presented Larry Meints to be appointed to the library board. He also informed the council that they will be following the City Ordinance for appointments from this point forward. Hegarty made a motion to appoint Larry Meints to the Library Board. McKee seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. McCaslin made a motion to approve a resolution awarding a 2-year snow removal contract to Shef¿eld Tire and Auto. McKee seconded the motion and roll call vote was as follows, Ayes: Hegarty, McCaslin, McKee, Mulford; Absent: Simmons. Mayor Wilson declared the resolution approved, adopted, and numbered 17-28. The council reviewed the ICAP insurance coverage for the next year. McCaslin motioned to approve the policy as is, McKee seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. A municipal infraction citation form was presented to the council by Chief Cain. This came about regarding the property at 112 Gilman had not complied with the nuisance abatement sent to them earlier this year. The city has no way of citing a resident or property owner on a municipal level. Hegarty motioned to approve the use of the form moving forward for municipal infractions. Mulford seconded the motion and it approved unanimously. Mulford made a motion to approve a resolution awarding a 3-year mosquito control contract to Landgraphics-Lawn & Landscape Service. Hegarty seconded and roll call vote was as follows, Ayes: Hegarty, McCaslin, McKee, Mulford; Absent – Simmons. Mayor Wilson declared the resolution approved, adopted, and numbered 17-27. The city clerk presented ¿gures to the council regarding the payoff of the backhoe loan.

McCaslin motioned to pay off the loan early, Mulford seconded the motion, and it passed unanimously. Mayor/Council Comments – Mayor Wilson told the council that Kevin from WHKS suggested that the City Clerk start the process for the planning and design loan. Chief Cain approached the council to request reviewing the parking ¿ne in town along with a municipal citation form. Hegarty brought up the topic of parking in the city right of way on residential properties. Both of these items will be discussed with the city attorney and then brought back to the council. McKee suggested to the council that the Police Department Gator be offered to other departments and organizations like the EMS to use when needed instead of sitting in a shed. McKee also asked the council to consider hiring a parttime person for the Public Works department. It will be on the agenda at the next regular session meeting. McKee motioned to adjourn the meeting, Mulford seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. Adjournment at 8:25 p.m. ATTEST: Katy Flint, City Clerk Nick Wilson, Mayor BILLS TO BE PAID FOR DECEMBER 2016 Access Systems, Copier Lease-Monthly & Quarterly ............................................$123.28 AgSource Laboratories, Testing ..........$716.00 Auxiant, Employee Bene¿ts.................$317.94 Brown Supply, PW Supplies ................$322.89 Card Services, Supplies - Credit Card............... ...........................................................$409.24 Computer Guy, Services......................$360.00 Creative Solutions Unlimited, Website .............. ...........................................................$164.00 D&L Sanitation, Services .....................$189.00 Franklin REC, Utilities..........................$166.60 Frontier, Utilities ...................................$234.85 Hampton Hardware, Supplies................$74.97 Hawkins, Chemicals .........................$1,223.56 Heartland Asphalt, Brickyard Rd.....$43,461.26 Howie Equipment, PD New Tires ........$827.64 IMWCA, Workmans Comp ..................$803.00 Iowa One Call, One Call ........................$59.40 Iowa One Call, One Call ........................$19.80 Iowa Associate of Municipal Utilities, Services .. ...........................................................$185.00 Jim Blood, Sand ....................................$30.00 Jim Hegarty, Reimbursement ................$21.80 Jennifer Sturges, Rental Deposit Refund .......... .............................................................$10.80 Jon’s Auto & Truck Repair, PD Service .. $45.02 K&H Cooperative Oil Co., Fuel ............$973.01 Katy Flint, Reimbursement ....................$21.80 Martin Martietta, Supplies ....................$142.52 Martin’s Flag Company LLC, FD Flags ............. ...........................................................$133.11 Mediacom, Utilities - City Hall ..............$172.49 Menards, Supplies ...............................$519.89 MidAmerican Energy, Utilities ...........$4,902.05 Mid-American Publishing, Publications ............. ...........................................................$198.74 NAPA Auto Parts, Supplies ....................$33.70 Navitas Lease, Monthly Payment ........$223.41 Neurhing’s Lawn & Tree Service, LP Tank ........ .............................................................$85.00 North Central Building, Supplies............$58.90 Northland Manufacturing, Plow Repair .............. ........................................................$1,275.00 Of¿ce Elements, Of¿ce Supplies .............$7.32 Overhead Door Co., Shop Repair ....$1,365.00 Payroll, November Payroll & Bene¿ts................ ......................................................$32,793.15 Peterson Backhoe, April 2016-October 2016 .... ........................................................$5,775.61 Rockwell Cooperative Telephone, PW Phone ... .............................................................$85.40 Rooney Electric LLC, Services ............$187.28 Sunset Law Enforcement, PD Ammunition........ ...........................................................$186.05 United Bank & Trust, Interest Payments............ ........................................................$2,202.23 US Cellular, PD Phones ......................$150.07 WHKS, Professional Services-Water Main Project ...................................................$9,320.00 Wards Machine Shop, Inc., Snowplow repairs .. ...........................................................$712.00 TOTAL ..........................................$110,577.78 REVENUES FOR NOVEMBER 2016 General ...........................................$28,443.19 Road Use Tax .................................$13,087.35 Employee Bene¿ts..........................$28,621.84 Local Option Sales Tax ...................$12,758.14 Capital Projects ..............................$12,001.75 Debt Service .....................................$1,555.27 Water ..............................................$13,473.96 Sewer ............................................$22,761.04 Storm Sewer ........................................$999.78 TOTAL ..........................................$133,702.32 Published in The Shef¿eld Press on December 22, 2016

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MRS. ENGH’S 4-YEAR OLD PRESCHOOL Dear Santa, I want some make-up and a Barbie and stickers. From, Olivia Dear Santa, Thank you for bringing me some presents. I want a lot of presents. I want an Elsa that can sing and change colors. And a new bike. Love, Jayla Dear Santa, I want a bike. From, Cash Dear Santa, I want you to give me a big, golden steam engine and carts for it. I like penguins and elves. There’s elves at my Grandma’s house. From, Rendon Dear Santa, I want eleven presents. I want a chocolate milk maker and paper. From, Tirion Dear Santa, I want more Barbie’s and a big Barbie house with a garage. I want a mixer with jellyfish in it. I miss you. From, Braxtyn Dear Santa, I love you. I want a dog stuffed animal and a baby doll. I like playing with Brantley. From, Aubrey Dear Santa, I want a garbage truck and a fast racecar and a dump truck. From, Mason Dear Santa, I’ve been good. I want a remote control Gator and a real telephone that shows pictures. Happy Christmas! From, Landry Dear Santa, I want a Paw Patrol fuzzy blanket and a Gator. From, Cyrus Dear Santa, I have sixteen wrestlers and I want one more. I want fifteen cars. I want a remote control monster truck and that’s it. From, Deklan Dear Santa, I want a Paw Patrol bike and remote control snowmobile. Love, Dakota. Dear Santa, I just don’t know what I want this year. I helped my mom wrap presents. From, Jake. Dear Santa, I want a John Deere combine and a big truck. From, Bentley. Dear Santa, I want a rainbow shark and a great white shark, like Jaws. I want a toy turtle. From, Drake.

WEST FORK ELEMENTARY — 2016 LETTERS TO SANTA

MRS. HAXTON’S 4-YEAR OLD PRESCHOOL Dear Santa, I would like a soft kitty for Christmas and markers. I want a Santa Claus toy and a Rudolph toy that are fuzzy. How is Rudolph? Love, Zoe Dear Santa, I would like Rudolph and an elf on the shelf. I would also like a kitty cat stuffed animal. Love, Kaylee

Dear Santa, I just don’t know what I want. Dear Santa, I like the reindeer song about Rudolph. Can you please bring me Optimus Prime and Bumblebee for Christmas? Love, Kenny Dear Santa, Can I have a fire breathing dragon (but it doesn’t actually breathe fire is just sprays air) and a kitty that has pretend food. What kind of cookies do you like? Love, Keyra Dear Santa, I would like a five star semi for Christmas. I also want a tow truck because those are cool. There is an elf at my daycare watching all of us for you. Love, Brantley

Dear Santa, I love you and I want to ride in your sleigh. Can you get me the new Paw Patrol show for Christmas please. Love, Parker Dear Santa, I would like a sleeping bag and an iPad for Christmas. Love, Liv Dear Santa, I like you and I like when you give me presents. Love, Bryce Dear Santa, I like your reindeer. I would like all of the sponge bob characters for Christmas. Love, Taylor Dear Santa, I want a pogo stick and a new Iowa State t-shirt for my mom. I also would like a jersey and new Christmas shirt for my dad. How’s your reindeer? Love, Tate Dear Santa, I would like a ride in your sleigh and a paw patrol truck for a present. I would like all the trucks for a present. Love, Jesse Dear Santa, I would like a real puppy for Christmas that is a baby and a girl. I also would like a little mermaid toy. I love your hat. Love, Ava

Dear Santa, I have a surprise for you at my house. I would like a fishing rod that extends, a watch, and shopkins. Love, Jacob Dear Santa, I would like some Shopkins for Christmas. Thanks Santa you’re the Best! Love, Molly Dear Santa, I love when it snows outside. I can’t wait to see what you bring me for Christmas! Love, Sarah Dear Santa, I like you. I would love for you to come to my house. For Christmas I would like a Power Ranger Truck and a Paw Patrol Truck. Love, Zade Dear Santa, I want to sit on your lap and I would like a toy dirt bike to drive with tires. I would also like you to send me some real fruit juice. Also Happy Birthday when it’s your birthday. Love, Kayden

MRS. CHYLE’S KINDERGARTEN CLASS Dear Santa, I want to get a Lego helicopter and a semi. I have been good this year! I always leave carrots out for your reindeer. I will leave you cookies! Love, Cale F.

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It’s that time of year again! We wish you the very best, the greatest Christmas ever.

SEASONS GREETINGS May Christmas bring to you and yours the best of everything.

Dear Santa, I think you are good. I have a lot of presents, but I would like a remote control airplane and The #6 Hobbit movie. I have been a good boy this year! I love you, Santa! Love, Caden K. Dear Santa, I want a hatchimal and a blue rainbow dragon. I’ve been good this year. How have you been, Santa? I am going to leave you sugar cookies and milk on Christmas! Love, Olivia B. Dear Santa, I have been very good this year! I would like a remote control helicopter. I have been working at school on my letters. I like to play with my sister. I will leave you cookies and milk! I will leave carrots for the reindeer! Love, Thadeus A. Dear Santa, I want a hatchimal, some tsum tsums and a FurReal friend. I’ve been good! Thank you! Love, Torri D. Dear Santa, I want toys for Chirstmas. I want a keyboard! I have been a good girl. I am going to leave you cookies! Love, Emme P.

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May all good things be yours

Peace May your home be richly blessed.

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May your holiday be one you will long remember.

Dear Santa, Can you find my grandpa in the crowd? I want a monster truck and a toy dinosaur. I have been good this year! Love, Ryley B.

Dear Santa, I want $100, American Girl doll clothes and things and a hatchimal. I have been a good girl! I will leave you mints! Love, Ryann O.

Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like all of the Legendary Pokeman cards. I am going to leave you cookies and milk. Love, Kenden Neilson

Dear Santa, I want a dirt bike and a four-wheeler. I really would like a small snowmobile too. I have good manners and have been a good boy. My baby sister is not being very good, because she bites and hits. Love, Jameson O.

Dear Santa, I would like games for Christmas. I am a good friend at school! Love, Ashton R.

Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like a remote control snowmobile and a big remote control tow truck for Christmas. I am going to leave you some chocolate brownies. Love, Micah Nelson

Dear Santa, I want a toy kitty and a hatchimal. I have been sometimes kind of naughty and good. I am going to leave you cookies and milk and carrots for the reindeer! Love, Sierra S.

Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like a kayak or more transformers for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk, and carrots for the reindeer. Love, Griffin Craighton

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Dear Santa, I want a Barbie house for Christmas. Have I been good this year? I think I have been! Love, Aubree K. Dear Santa, I wish I could get a $1,000.00. I would buy some elf pet reindeer. I would also like an elf pet St. Bernard. I have been good! I will leave you cookies, milk and a note on Christmas! Love, Carter S. Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like a hatchimal and a surprise. I would also like an elf. I will leave you cookies and milk. I would like to know how many elves you have! Love, Caiya B. Dear Santa, I would like Legos. I have been a good boy this year! I have friends that I am nice to. I will leave cookies for you! Love, Grady P.

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Dear Santa, I am nice to my brother and I like school. I would like lots of Legos and the instructions that go along with them. I would play and build with them. I will leave you cookies and milk! Love, Jacob M. Dear Santa, I would like a Batman and a Superman toy. I have been a nice friend! Love, Keifer H.

Wishing everyone a blessed Holiday Season!

Time brings us another year, and we welcome the promises we find therein.

The Sheffield Press December 22, 2016

MRS. DETERMAN’S KINDERGARTEN CLASS

Dear Santa, I have been good this year, I am positive. I would like Legos or a 4-Wheeler, Teen Wolf movie, and the elf that you can touch for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk. Love, Hayden Freyholtz Dear Santa, I don’t know if I have been good. I would like Bubblebee, Heatwave, and Optomus Prime for Christmas. I usually leave you a letter, but I don’t know if I will this year. Love, Kody Hearn Dear Santa, I think I’ve been good this year for you. I would like an Easy Bake Oven and Bitty Baby for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk. Love, Cecelia Schmidt Dear Santa, I have been good enough this year. I would like Orange scooter that you sit on and it can go back and forward for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies with milk. Love, Raya Karabatsos

Sorry if I was bad this year but I can explane. Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like an Iowa Hawkeye backpack, Cowboy and a Bear Medium football players (toys), a Lego set Herkey, Alabama Climson Ty jersey, Dallas Cowboy jersey, and a Hawkeye jersey for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk. Love, Camden Henricks

Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like Shopkins and a puzzle for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk, and for the reindeer, carrots. Love, Alex Weide Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like a remote control helicopter for Christmas. I am going to leave you chocolate chip cookies. Love, Ben Staudt Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like make-up for Christmas. I am going to leave you chocolate and sprinkle covered crackers with butter in the middle. Love, Charleigh Martinez Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like Pie in the Face Challenge, Color Changing Doll, and pointer sticks that extend that Mrs. Determan has for Christmas. I am going to leave you a letter. Love, Paige Peterson Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like Farming Simulator 17, Lego Star Wars guys, Lego Police Officer guys, Lego Farming guys, a snowboard, and a new sled for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies, milk, 2 suckers, and gingerbread. Love, Sam Muhlenbruch Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like an umbrella and games for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk. Love, Whitley Otten Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like a new go-cart, a Barbie dream house—way different then my other one, a lot of Barbies, and a Sleeping Beauty doll for it for Christmas. I am going to leave you a letter. Love, Serenity Stevens

How old are you? How long have you been alive Santa? What is your real name? Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I would like a Charm Clay bracelet, Cuddle Cat, Cruz Shop, remote control kitty, and a big American Girl camp doll for Christmas. I am going to leave you cookies and milk, and a note. Love, Adayr Wiseman

MRS. DITSWORTH’S KINDERGARTEN CLASS Dear Santa, I would like a Lego set and a remote control monster truck. I would also like a toy dog. I will leave cookies and milk for you and carrots for the reindeer. Love, Drake J. Dear Santa, I want a kayak for Christmas, a talking bird and two twin dolls. Love, Yuritzi O. Dear Santa, I want a toy shotgun with a scope, toy cars, magnets, and also a gun without a scope. I will leave some chicken for Rudolph. Love, Kaden B. Dear Santa, I want a teal hatchimal, a Barbie that can swim in the water by itself and a cool phone that can talk by itself. I really like you and Rudolph. Love, Emersyn M. Dear Santa, I would like a life pet, my mom would like socks and my dad some cowboy boots because his have holes. I love you and all the reindeer and even Mrs. Claus. Love, Dazie H. Dear Santa, I want some chubby puppies, the babies and the carriers to carry them in. I also want the marble works. To get to my house you have to turn to my house and then you are there. You should know. Love, Kiara O. Dear Santa, I would like a teddy bear, some cars, and some blocks. I will leave some cookies for you Santa and noodles for your reindeer. Love, Parker D.

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Dear Santa, I want a hulk buster, my mom could take a card and my dad a bracelet. I will leave you cookies Santa if my mom lets me. Love, Jaxxen H.

Dear Santa, I love to play Barbie’s at school so I would like a new Barbie. My mom and brother would like to get the big buck. Merry Christmas! Love, Cheyanne H.

Dear Santa, I want an Elsa Barbie, a baby doll and a play fort. To get to my house go to Rockwell and look for the light brown house with some lights and some of the lights are burnt out. Love, Makenna D.

Dear Santa, I would like crafts stuff to make things and new headbands. I have been nice because I play with my sister. I will leave you Oreo cookies and milk. Love, Norah H.

Dear Santa, I would like a blue, red, orange, and black bike, an elf, a Mrs. Claus, and you for Christmas. I will leave a present for you Santa and Mrs. Claus. Love, Karter C.

Dear Santa, I would like presents like a Barbie doll dentist, my own tablet and charger. My mom wants her own cup for coffee and my dad a big giant elephant and my brother just a stuffed animal, fish tank and his own tablet. Thank the elves for making toys. Love, Hailey R.

Dear Santa, I want Power Rangers, Rescue Bots, and Ninja Turtles. I will leave you a note that says I like Santa and cookies and milk. Love, Braden K. Dear Santa, I would like a real girl cat with a white tummy and a cat bed. I have been nice and I will leave you some carrots Santa. Love, Corey J .

I will leave some cookies for you Santa and noodles for your reindeer. Dear Santa, I would like some more little Super Hero’s, some trucks, hot wheel cars, and Ninja Turtles. My dad would like some Hawkeye mugs and Viking tickets to go to the game. My mom would like flowers. Love, Brayden W. Dear Santa, I would like a drone, remote control bumper cars and candy. I love you Santa and I will leave you a card and cookies under the tree and carrots for the reindeer. Love, Cash E. Dear Santa, I really want my two front teeth for Christmas and a pillow with a new comforter. My mom wants a camera and dad needs a new lawn mower. My brother needs a new phone and my sister needs lots of new chargers because she breaks them. I will leave you milk, cookies and carrots for your reindeer. Love, Stella W.

MRS. DICKMAN’S FIRST GRADE CLASS Dear Santa, My name is Jo Jo Schmidt. This year I have been good this year. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a singing Elsa doll because her dress lights up. If your elves are not too busy please bring my mom and dad a big bed. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Nathan Witte. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a real snowmobile that I can drive because then I can race my brother around yard. If your elves are not too busy please bring a new couch for my family. I promise to leave you some chocolate chip cookies and chocolate milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Do you have a favorite reindeer? Dear Santa, My name is Jensen Robbins. This year I have been naughty and good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a Hot Wheels track because I really like Hot Wheels. If your elves are not too busy please bring marshmallows for my family. I promise to leave you some cookies & milk and carrots for the reindeer on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Aizley Winfrey. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a baby carriage because I love to play with baby dolls. If your elves are not too busy please bring a new car for my family. I promise to leave you some chocolate milk and cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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How do you put big things into your bag? Dear Santa, My name is Dylan True. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a big Christmas book because all my other books are kind of small. If your elves are not too busy please bring a new washer for my family. I promise to leave you some granola bars, cookies and some milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Zada Huff. This year I have been good this year. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a Zoomie Puppy because it looks cool. If your elves are not too busy please bring food and water for my family. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Kaden Graf. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is Legos because I want to make big Legos sets like a house. If your elves are not too busy please bring T-shirts for my family. I promise to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Adra Johnson. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a Hatchimals because it will be really fun. If your elves are not too busy please bring a new American Girl Doll. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Clara Hanson. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is money because I like to buy my own stuff. If your elves are not too busy please bring me some make-up. I promise to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Emerli Johnson. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a Hatchaimal because it will be fun. If your elves are not too busy please bring my family a hot tub. I promise to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, My name is Landon Rother. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is Vikings stuff because I love the Vikings. If your elves are not too busy please bring me some toys. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, My name is Jonny Lunning. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a big monster truck because I want to drive it in the snow. If your elves are not too busy please bring a bulldozer so I can plow some snow. I promise to leave you some milk and cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, My name is Adee Bloom. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a lot of books because I want to get smarter. If your elves are not too busy please bring an Elf on the Shelf. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, My name is Hudson Butler. This year I have been amazing. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a flute because I want to play music. If your elves are not too busy please bring my mom a salad dryer. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Jaiden Johnson. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is an Xbox 1 because I can play Rocket League. If your elves are not too busy please bring my family some money. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Edward Kobliska. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is lots of money because so I can give it to my parents. If your elves are not too busy please bring a new game for my family. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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My name is Pete. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is Legos because I really like them. If your elves are not too busy, please bring a stuffed animal. I promise to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve.

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My name is Cale. This year I have been really nice. What I would most like for Christmas this year is PS4 because I don’t have it. If your elves are not too busy, please bring the game Destiny. I promise to leave you some candy on Christmas Eve. My name is Reed. This year I have been really good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is another iPad because my other one doesn’t work. If your elves are not too busy, please bring an Xbox. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve.

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My name is Genevieve. This year I have been really good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a bouncy house because I’ve been on one and it is really fun. If your elves are not too busy, please bring the book The Black Lagoon. I promise to leave you some apples for the reindeer on Christmas Eve.

Will you make my brother to be nice to me? My name is Ben. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is an Xbox because I want to be bored. If your elves are not too busy, please bring the game Watch Dogs 2. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. My name is Connor. This year I have been really good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is Legos because you can learn and build stuff with them. If your elves are not too busy, please bring me a Nerf gun. I promise to leave you a note on Christmas Eve. My name is Autumn. This year I have been really good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is Hatchimals because I don’t have one. If your elves are not too busy, please bring the movie, Barbie Adventures. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. My name is Kadin. This year I have been pretty good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is three more Pokemon balls because I want to play with them on the plane. If your elves are not too busy, please bring all three of them. I promise to leave you some cookies, milk and a present on Christmas Eve. My name is Wesley. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is an Xbox because they are awesome. If your elves are not too busy, please bring my brother a Nerf gun. I promise to leave you some delicious cookies on Christmas Eve.

Please make the world a better place. My name is Mya. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is more chapter books because they are awesome. If your elves are not too busy, please bring coloring stuff. I promise to leave you some milk and cookies on Christmas Eve. My name is Addyson. This year I have been pretty good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is Troll pajamas because I like them. If your elves are not too busy, please bring candy. I promise to leave you a cup of milk on Christmas Eve. My name is Corde. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is PS4 because they are cool. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Call of Duty. I promise to leave you some milk on Christmas Eve.

My name is Ethan. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a dirt bike because it goes fast. If your elves are not too busy, please bring candy. I promise to leave you a cookie on Christmas Eve. My name is Jayden. This year I have been very good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a dirt bike because they go really fast. If your elves are not too busy, please bring a jet. I promise to leave you some money on Christmas Eve. My name is Claire. This year I have been very good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is tattoos because I love tattoos. If your elves are not too busy, please bring an iPad. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. My name is Devin. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is school bus toys because they are my favorite. If your elves are not too busy, please bring more buses. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. My name is Ciarra. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a doll because I like playing with dolls. If your elves are not too busy, please bring tootsie rolls. I promise to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve. My name is Cadence. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is new bedding because I don’t like my old bedding. If your elves are not too busy, please bring a toy. I promise to leave you some candy on Christmas Eve.

MRS. SYMEN’S FIRST GRADE CLASS Dear Santa, My name is Charlee. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is Barbie Legos because I get to help my dad build with them. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Otto more baby toys. I promise to leave you some cookies with sprinkles on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Max. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is an iPod because I want to play games on it. If your elves are not too busy, please bring a Gator for Fyn and a motorcycle for Pwee. My mom and dad need chargers. I promise to leave you some heart cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Ruben. This year I have been a good boy. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is Plushies because they are soft. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Molly make-up, my mom a ring, Jordan a Broncos coat, dad a pet rat and Papa and Nana some time with Molly and I. I promise to leave you something special like frosted cookies with sprinkles and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Will. This year I have been medium good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a skateboard because I want to ride around on it and my scooter is too small. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Deklan cookies, my mom a new car, and my dad a new chair. I promise to leave you some chocolate chip cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Remingtyn. This year I have been a bit naughty. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a Hoverboard because it might be fun! If your elves are not too busy, please bring mom a new car, dad some hand warmers, Eastyn a dinosaur, Hunter some slime, and Berkley some candy canes. I promise to leave you some fudge cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Autumn. This year I have been very well behaved. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is Ferbie because I can sing to it and it will repeat my songs back to me. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Aubry an iPad and my mom new furniture. My dad and stepmom need a new house. I promise to leave you some fruits and veggies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Aiden. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a remote control car because my other cars don’t work. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Isaak a remote control car too. My mom and dad want new phones. My sister would like a new baby. I promise to leave you some chocolate cookies and Coca Cola on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Levi. This year I have been a little good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a Lego set because I want to build more. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Sander a phone, mom a reindeer and dad an elf. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk and oats for your reindeer on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Aisley. This year I have been awesome. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is Hatchable because it hatches a bird out of it. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Alec cars, my mom a new pan, and my dad a new sweatshirt. I promise to leave you some cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Please bring mom a helper to clean her house. Dear Santa, My name is Josi. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is “Charm You” because I want to wear them. If your elves are not too busy, please bring my brothers Legos, my mom some jewelry, and my dad some new tools because his are all dirty. I promise to leave you some cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Billie. This year I have been a little naughty and a little bit nice. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a Frozen doll because it is special. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Jesse turtles, Kirsten a doll, my mom flowers and my dad a hat. I promise to leave you some candy on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, My name is Evan. This year I have been super good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is an iPad because they are fun. If your elves are not too busy, please bring mom a back scratcher and dad a new coat. I promise to leave you some milk and cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Jake. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is JI Case toy tractors because I like them and I only have one. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Cade a bicycle, Bo some Hot Wheels, dad a real combine with tracks, and mom a helper to clean her house. I promise to leave you some mint cookies and milk on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Nahla. This year I have been kind of good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a Rudolph stuffed animal toy because I lost my other one. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Sutton a Ghost Buster Dog animal, Trekker some baby toys, mom some new make-up, and dad some new tools for his work. I promise to leave you some ice cream on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Lily. This year I have been very good. What I would MOST like for Christmas this year is a tablet because I want to play games on it. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Andrew a new football, my mom a hat and dad new cupboards. I promise to leave you some cookies and candy canes on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

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Dear Santa, My name is Keagan. This year I have been good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is an Xbox because to play games with. If your elves are not too busy, please bring make-up for A.J., and “D” would like a Wii, my mom some jewelry and my dad some new pajamas. I promise to leave you some milk and cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, Who is the biggest rein deer? No bad Guys . Hunting games for ps3. Hunting stuff that atracks bucks is one of the thins I want. From, Toye H.

Dear Santa, My name is Carson. This year I have been very good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is an Xbox because I want to play Minecraft on it. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Raelle a bunny, mom a necklace and my dad a day off of work. I promise to leave you some chocolate cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, What do reindeer eat? My dad wants a pitchfork. I hope you have a Merry Christmas. I’m happy with out a presint. From, Blaine S.

Dear Santa, My name is Alisia. This year I have been a little bit good. What I would most like for Christmas this year is a Barbie because I want to play with it in my Barbie house. If your elves are not too busy, please bring Carly make-up, Sydney some clothes, mom some perfume and dad some cologne. I promise to leave you some milk and cookies on Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, Do raindeer fly? Will the world be clean? I want a laptop! I want a stuffed animal. I want a Happy year. From, Michelle

Dear Santa, For Chirstmas I want a apple laptop. I want Choclate Santas that my elf gave me. My flamly wants to go to Florda. I want a puppy for Christmas. I want a projecter that techers have. What is your fravrit cookies? Give cash to the pore pepple. From, Tessa

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Dear Santa, Santa are caribou the same thing as reindeer? How due you get to every house in one night? I want star wars legos for Chrismas. From, Andrew

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Dear Santa, Thank you for giving us toys every year. How can your reindeer fly? How fast is it for your elfs to make every kid’s toy? I want 3D magnet and an art pack. I want for the earth to be no bad gis. From, Madeline

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Dear Santa, What kind of cookies do you like? My family wants tickits to go to a football game or a basketball game or a baseball game. From, Zander Dear Santa, I want a forweler. I love my family. I want a fitbit. For my birthday I want to go to Florida. Santa my elf is hanging. From, Braylon S.

Dear Santa, What is the north pole like? What is it like flying in a sleigh? For my family I want two pairs of camo pants for Christmas. I want sweat pants for Christmas. For Christmas I want a J.J. puppy. From, Emma Shipper

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Dear Santa, How many of your reindeer are girls? I want a new toaster for my family. I want you to give poor people clothes. What I want for Christmas is an American Girl Doll with Indian clothes. From, Norah T. Dear Santa, What is your fravret cookie? For my mom can you biy her a house. I want magic tracks, a Robot that’s as big as me, and a phone plese. From, Randy Dear Santa, What does your slay look like? I want a ride on you’re slay. I want a Phone and laptop. From, Kyleigh Dear Santa, Is a reindeer a caibou? How do you fit all the toys in your bag? What do you do when it is not Christmas? I want pie face shodown. From, Keston Dear Santa, I want you to by a chair for my family. Is it fun in the north pole? Santa you are my friend. I want a new hunting gun. I want a new pug. From, Brett B. Dear Santa, What will you give Rily? Can you give the homeless people a present? I want traktrs and a drone. From, Peyton P. Dear Santa, What is your favorite kind of cookie choltle chip or moster cookies? I want a sun or moon Pokemon card set. From, Owen Dear Santa, Do reindeer eat meat? How old are you? Sorry if I was bad but I can explane. How long have you been alive Santa? What is your real name? I only want a reindeer. From, Journie E.

Dear Santa, Who guides your slay? Is it really cold there? Will you give stuff to the pore peploe? I want a stuffed animal. I want a girl scoat oven. From, Ellie Dear Santa, Do your reindeer really fly? Is Rudolf real? I want a girle sckowt cookie uven. From, Evelyn Dear Santa, Will you give presents to the naughty kids? How old are you? You should give extra cash to the poor. I want a iphone seven, turtle and a game card. Who is the best elf? From, Aizyk Dear Santa, What is your favorite kind of cookies? What’s your reindeer’s names? I know one of your reindeer’s name is Roldolf. I want a Drone and a computer. From, Maesy M. Dear Santa, I would like a karaoke muchin. Do you have a favorite reindeer? How old are you? I also want a reel dog. Will you make my brother to be nice to me? From, Max M.

MRS. WEGNER’S SECOND GRADE CLASS Dear Santa, Have a great Christmas. For Christmes I would like a truck book, a truck, and a car. From, Lucas Dear Santa, Chrismas is my favorite Holiday. How old is Rudolph? For chrismas I would Like Baeblades, Real Steal movie, football Books, fly Guy Books From, Lane K.

Dear Santa, How can you Deliver All the presents in the world in one night? How old is Rudolf? What names are the other rienDeer? What I want Pokemon Breakthrough. KinDel with Geometry on It. From, Levi S.

If Rudolph did not have a red nose would you know which one is him? Dear Santa, Is it a hard jod to Diver all thos presents? For Christmas I would like a tv, a fone, a puppy. For my family I would like a new car. From, Faith Dear Santa, I hope Rudoth is being a good reindeer . Christmas I would like pokemon cards. For family I will like love for Christmas. From, Caden Dear Santa, You’re the best. I hope you love us. For Christmas I would like a tv and a Clifford book. For my family I would like 2 tvs. Merry Christmas Happy Holidays From, Brooke Dear Santa, How do your elvs make toys and how do your roinderr fly? For Chrismas I would like a postor, drone and a desk. From, Aiden Dear Santa, I want a 3DS and a new bat. I hope you are not sike for Chrismise. For Chrismis I would like a new bed. From, Payton Dear Santa, How many Reindeer do you have? What I want for Chrismas a new Beyblade, a power ranger and a sord. From, Slater

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Dear Santa, “We have already sent some good gifts wrapped in fancy paper and ribbon to our family and some friends, be we need some special help... Santa, we want you to deliver some very special things that only need to be gift wrapped with love...Would you please have your elves gift wrap a heaping measure of kindness, understanding, and love for our family, friends, the people we meet. To that let’s add a sense of duty to fulfill our obligations. Can’t forget that we are forever in debt to those who make our lives worthwhile. Next, Santa, we would like to be selfish, in a sense, because we want others to like us, respect us for what we are and what we want to be. So, please gift wrap some sensitivity to the needs and wants of those about us as well as some equal parts of humility, loyalty, and responsibility. All these precious things can’t be wrapped in fancy paper and ribbons, Santa! Still they can be given and used - not just at Christmas - but every day in the year. With enough personal determination we can give these important gifts to everyone close to our lives. At least we can try... And thanks for your help, Santa.”

Dear Santa, I hope you hava a good Christmas Sante and you’re the best prsin in the world. For Christmas I want a tv that can fit in my room and a video game. From, Caleb Dear Santa, I hope you are feeling well. For Christmas I would like a remote control snowmowderr. Merry Christmas. From, Nathan Dear Santa, I wish I coud see you on Christmas. For Christmas I would like a tv, a real puppy, and a odow graf From all. From, Audrina Dear Santa, I hop you are ready for Christmas. For Christmas I want a drone, a I phone 7 and a Jet pack. From, Austin Dear Santa, How long does it take to get to Rockwell? For Chrismas I would like a Samson Phone, a Done, and a new Dog. For my family I woulde like to give a new car. From, Ryker Dear Santa, Is Rudoph real? For Chrismas I would like a Drone, a Robot, a scatbord, and a trip to Adventure land. From, Owen Dear Santa, Thank you for all of the presents you billd. For christmis I would like a ipod, drone and a car. From, Owen F. Dear Santa, How log does it take to make one toys for chrismas I want a electric scooter and a Bike and a new tud. From, Blaiden Dear Santa, How do your Elfs now what to make? For Christmas I would like a magix uncone, Bare pay Boots, and a ticket to Florda. Marry Christmas. From, Emmylee Dear Santa, I really Do not want you to get sick. Christmas is my favorite. How old is Rudolph? For Christmas I would like the lego movie video game, bukey of legos makeup, and a iphone. From, Malaina Dear Santa, I hope Rudolph is feeling well. For Christmas I would like a Buckeneers stalking hat and a Buckeneers football. From, Ayden

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Dear Santa, I would like to see you on Christmas day. For Christmas I would like shopkins, a puppy, and little critter books/ From, Alyssa Dear Santa, How do you make your reindeer fly? Hop you feel good! What if someone dose not have a chimney? For Christmas I would like some pokeemon cards. For my family I would like games. From, Kyler

MRS. SCHULZ’S THIRD GRADE CLASS Dear Santa, I wish to see my cousin’s Avry, Haley. I also wish for my mom to get better. I hope I can see my dad more. I wish I could have a Hoverboard, I phone 6 and I also want layerd lip balm. I cant wait wait for you to come. Happy Holladays I cant wait for Christmas eather and I cant wait to open all my presents. Sincerely, Kylie Dear Santa, I want for Christmas a Xbox 1 and farming simultar 17 for the x box 1. My brother Bayne want’s a tractor. My sister wants a phone. Your friend, Cole Dear Santa, I can’t wait for Chrismas. I wish for a iPhone 6s. I wish for a Baby alive. I wish for a labtop. I wish for a big bear. I hope people get gifts for Chrismas to. I hope people get what they want. Your friend, Jennifer Dear Santa, I cant wait for you to come. I want a Iphone 6s for Christmas, Santa and Hightop Jordans shoes, Santa. And Jordan Sweatpants to, Santa. I want my Grandpa Doug to get better. From, Nathan Dear Santa, For Christmas I want Art supplies, board games and clothes. I want my cousins that live in Mishigan to come for Christmas too. From, Cait Dear Santa, I wish for Christmas, a new Acadia for Mom and a Karaoke Machine and projector for me. Love, Blake Dear Santa, I can’t wait for Chirstmas. I want pie face showdown and the nerf Tri Srike. I also want to see my cousin Zack. Your friend, Caden

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Dear Santa, I wish for a monster High doll. And I wish for a Elsa and Anna D.S. I wish for my Grandpa Tuttle to get better soon Becuase he has skin cancer and he has Been very sick. Your friend, Keirstan Dear Santa, I can’t wait for you to come. I want a stuffed animal. I want a remote control truck. I want a strwors book. I want you to bring my sisters a stuffed animal. Love, AJ Dear Santa, I want a Pink forWheeler and a karaoke machine. The songs are hot and cold, roar, girl crush., There up in haven Stitches. My toys are a chindarella dress the size is 10-12. Love, Kayden Dear Santa, I can’t wait for Christmas! I wish for a iphone 6s. I also want a apple laptop. I hope I get to see my cousin Ethan. My brother wants a new phone. From, Andrew Dear Santa, I want Lego Dimensions. I want a remote control monster truck. Iwill leave out milk and cookies. From, Alec Dear Santa, Hello! My elf Dunstin is hideing in funny places. Anyway I wish I had a Ice cream maker. I wish I had a Xbox 1S. My teacher Mrs. Shultz she is wanting a Karyoke machine that pops out confetti after each song. Anyway I hope my grandma is not gonna have surgery on her stomach and my brother is gonna want a lambergini for Christmas. Love, Kaelyn Dear Santa, I wish for Christmas a micky and Minnie set. I can’t wait to get my Presents from you. It is almost my grandma’s birthday. I am excited to get presents for Christmas. I can’t wait to get my letter from you. Merry Christmas, Santa. Love, Mercedeez Dear Santa, For Christmas I want a pink hoverboard, a gold and black Safe and more beanie Boos. I want to see my grandma that died. I also want to see all of my family. Your friend, Addison Dear Santa, For Christmas I want pokemon sun, pop and go pokeballs and mega mew two x. I want to donat to my cusin at UNI. I can’t wait till Chirstmas. I can’t wait to see the elf. I have been very good. Sinsearly, Gunnar Dear Santa, I want a crazy art crayan set with all the colers please. And I want a canvas and some paint please. But the thing I wish for is for my Gandpa Jhon to get better. From, Ivy Dear Santa, Santa I want a nerf mega, moodastadon, the new nerf moglists that is the only want those two. Make sher poor people get some money. You can get something for my cats to play with. Sinsirle, Owen

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Dear Santa, I can’t wait till Christmas. I think Christmas is the best Holiday. I will leave red and green cookies on my table for you. For cristmas I want under Armour shoes or Nike shoes. I really want to get my mom a new sweatshirt and new shoes. I want to give my sister art stuff and my brother cars and tractars. I hope my grampa gets better too. I hope you like my letter! Love, Abbi

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MRS. TWEDT’S THIRD GRADE CLASS Dear Santa, What reindeer is your favorite? Please may you bring me a Hoverboard. I whold also like a Nerf Terrascout. P{lease give my Dad a black with a yellow stripe Ford F150. Sincerely, Wyatt Dear Santa, How big is your sleigh? Please bring me a Litter alive pets. I would also like Big eye’s Pet. Please give my brother a papatroll. Sincerely, Keira H. Dear Santa, How old is Rudolph? Please bring me a picture of Rudolph. I would also like 333 Nesting Dolls in one for Christmas. I would also like a Zoomer Dino, color red please. Please give Shane a new Remington Shotgun. Sincerely, Alex H. Dear Santa, How do you deliver presents in one night? Please may I have cozmo and yokai watch Fleshy souls. Please give Caden a nerf tristrike. Sincerely, Dax

Please give the U.S.A. peace. Dear Santa, Do you know how many presents do you delivere a day? Please may I have these 3 things…Zoomer Champ and an I Phone 7, also I want Jewlry for my mom. Sincerely, Carson A. Dear Santa, How cold is it in the North Pole? Please may I have a 3DS. I would also like Pie in the face. Please give Joe a now barn. Sincerely, Cale Dear Santa, How many elfs do you have? Please bring me cop stuff. I would also like Star Wars stuff. Please give U.S.A. peace. Sincerely, Charles O. Dear Santa, How cold is the north pole? Please bring me toy soilders for Crismas. I would also like pie in the face. Please give Iowa snow for a longer time. Sincerely, Parker S.

Dear Santa, Do you have any new reindeer at the North Pole? Please bring me some Peek-a-boos for Christmas. I would also like Judy Moody books. Please help Keira pass her subtraction math medles next time. Sincerely, Abby S. Dear Santa, How old is Rudolph? Please may you bring me a new Roblox 360 game. And a new zoo zoo pet. Please give my new baby sister a stuffed animal monky. Sincerely, Isaiah A. Dear Santa, Do your elfs every get tired? Please bring Lolz. I would also like the Shark Bait sleeping Bag. Please give my friend Keira a good Christmas. Sincerely, Brylee Dear Santa, How do you put big things into your bag? Please may I have a four wheeler and a tablet. Please can you give my mom the best day ever. Sincerely, Austin Dear Santa, How are your reindeer doing? Please may I have an iPod for Christmas. I would also like a semi. Plaeas give my famly a new Steeler blankets. Sincerely, Tyler Dear Santa, How many Elves do you have? Please may I have a Mebo Robotic Claw Interactive Robot and a mini four wheeler. Please give my mom something. Sincerely, Chase S.

Dear Santa, Do you make toys? Please can I have an American Girl doll? I wish for Santa not to miss any body. Sincerely, Sydney Dear Santa, Am I on the nauty list? Please may I have a Hathmal for Christmas, polaroid camra. Please may you get me a Hachimal. Please make the world a better place. Sincerely, Kylin J. Dear Santa, H many elves do you have? Please may I get a 3 foot Robot tha can walk & talk, mack jokes. I also like a box of big Hershy bars. Please let my dad have better enternet for him and me for my phone and Please give my dad the Lg Power boost Phone. Sincerely, Breannan Dear Santa, How many reinder do you have? Please may I have a chocolate Pen. I would also like a snow cone maker. Please give Breannan a punching pillow. Sincerely, Kiden B.

Dear Santa, If Rudolph did not have a red nose would you know which one is him? Please bring me a dream vision and an iphone. Please, please get my dad Infinite Warfare. Sincerely, Conner L.

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Dear Santa, Who is your favorite Reindeer? Please bring me a hoverboard. I would also like a 3DS. Please take away California’s forrest fires. Sincerely, Addison W.

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