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A story of stained glass Goldfield United Presbyterian’s windows travelled 500 years and 4,000 miles to find home Kacey Ginn, editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com At this time of year, local churches are filled with light and decorations to welcome visitors and celebrate one of the most special days in the Christian faith. One church, Goldfield United Presbyterian, is especially blessed with beauty in its lovely stained glass windows— which have their own unique story.

Sonna Johnson, who has puzzled out and written down the history of her church’s stained glass windows, has come to enjoy the art of stained glass. “It’s fun to sit and figure out the story they’re trying to tell you,” she said.

Johnson said discovering the story of the church’s windows started with her great-uncle, Craig Nelson, who liked to learn about the symbolism in stained glass windows.

“But he never wrote it down,” she said. “It was kind of a challenge to start figuring out the windows.”

Johnson was able to learn that the windows had come from a church in Cedar Falls, Iowa, which had gotten them from a church in Ohio, which had gotten them from a church in New York, which had gotten them from a church in England. Johnson doesn’t know the date of the windows’ trip across the Atlantic, but to her, the effort of such a trip seems practical. “If they knew they were going to be building a church, why not carry them?” she said. The windows are built in such a way that the wood casing can be replaced without damaging the panels, so casings can be repaired throughout the years while the glass itself suffers little deterioration.

Goldfield United Presbyterian was built in 1884. The room that is now the fellowship hall used to be the sanctuary. In 1909, the church added on the new sanctuary, and that’s when they had the opportunity to put in the stained glass. “It was at that time that Cedar Falls was either enlarging the church, or building a new one,” Johnson said. Through a Cedar Falls-based relative of one of the Goldfield congregants, the windows were passed on to Goldfield United Presbyterian, where they were installed both in the old fellowship hall and the new

sanctuary.

“Originally, we thought all of the windows came from England,” Johnson said. But in 2014, when the church called in an expert to evaluate the windows’ condition, he was able to confirm that yes, the windows with gold and purple diamond panes had come from Canterbury, England, from as early as the 1500s, but that the other windows had come from the workshops of Louis Comfort Tiffany, an American artisan who became famous especially for his beautiful stained glass. “We had no idea we had Tiffany windows, and this guy went, ‘Oh my gosh, do you know what you have here?’” she said.

Though the Tiffany windows would have been manufactured in the 1800s, they’re much more valuable than the Canterbury windows. “His comment on the old, old glass was actually, this was not an unusual happening,” Johnson said, referring to old windows being passed along through the years to other churches.

Johnson said they’ve been unable to determine if the Tiffany windows and Canterbury windows were put together in New York or Ohio. Either is possible, since those are the two locations of Tiffany factories.

Both sets of windows have something in common, however.

Unlike modern stained glass, which is usually made by painting clear glass with different colors, all of the church’s windows are made with glass that is colored all the way through. Tiffany is specifically known for developing different types of art glass with colors and sparkling effects mixed in. That makes pieces much more expensive to replace.

Since around 1970, the church’s windows have been protected by an outside layer of plastic, which two years ago was replaced with clear glass, which allows the windows to be appreciated from both inside and out. And now that Johnson has recorded their known history and symbolism, visitors to Goldfield United Presbyterian will be able to appreciate the stained glass windows all the more.

Johnson said it’s common for a Bible to be portrayed inside a heart, meaning that believers are supposed to treasure God’s word in their heart. “The heart becomes brilliant as the light fades,” she commented.

Other symbolism in this top arch of the church’s largest Tiffany window includes water, representing baptism, which also echoes the “sea of glass” of Revelation 15:2; and lilies, representing Christ.

A black dove with olive leaves in its beak refers to the story of Noah’s ark, when Noah sent out a dove to find if there was any dry land after the flood. The dove sits at the center of a cross formed by fleur-de-lis.

The Church has another circular “medallion” window with a lamp at the center, which is rife with Christian symbolism.

The three fleur-de-lis in this small window are reminiscent of the three crosses at the time of Christ’s death. Johnson said the pale gold colored glass becomes very bright in fading light.

The two outer vertical panels have the design of a harp in gold-colored glass, representing praise and worship, and four small blue circles which mean to spread the word to the four corners of the earth. The inner two panels have different colored dots ascending into blue, representing the apostles destined for heaven, and blue peacocks or pelicans, which would symbolize either resurrection or sacrifice. Johnson said that in fading light, the wings become prominent, symbolizing protection. Flowers are also used throughout the window, which represent Christ.

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The church has several of these windows, which originated in Canterbury, England as early as the 1500s. The 40 red border squares around the lower portions of the window represent the 40 days and nights of the flood, or the 40 days and nights Christ spent in the desert.

The flower shapes represent Christ, and the use of purple evokes royalty.

Elsewhere in the church, there are similar windows with gold diamond panes instead of purple.

Kacey Ginn, editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com “It’s a great information equalizer.”

So said Kate Simonson with the Belmond Public Library board on a library’s impact on the underprivileged in a community.

Eight members of the boards for the Clarion, Belmond, and Dows public libraries came to the supervisors meeting on Monday to give their annual update and request increased funding.

In addition to those utilizing the libraries’ lending services for books, music, and movies, especially by those with limited spending for entertainment, libraries have seen an increase in people in need of faxing services and internet service—specifically to look for jobs. A lot of job seekers also have limited computer skills and need the librarians’ assistance. “We figure that’s part of our job, but we need to have staff to cover it,” said Nancy Nail with the Clarion Public Library.

Simonson said none of the libraries had had a significant raise

in income for the last six years while costs for technology and access to resources increase. “It’s hard to continue the same services with that sort of funding, let alone raise services, which we as libraries have continued to do,” she said.

Despite limited funds, technology allows libraries to provide media in relevant formats. All the county libraries use Bridges software to provide audiobooks and e-books for lending. “That is what allows libraries even in a rural area to be a 21st-century library,” Simonson said.

“People are really catching on to downloading audio and digital books,” Nail agreed.

The libraries provide still more community resources. “We have a lot of programs in Belmond, after school programs and early out programs for our kids. We do a lot of educational things and a little bit of babysitting,” said Charlene Nelson with the Belmond Public Library.

Board Chairman Stan Watne said that they would take the information

under advisement for budgeting, but also said it would be difficult to choose between several programs in need of funds.

In other business, Adam Clemons, Wright County engineer, presented the plans for Bridge 188, located on Keokuk Ave between sections 34 and 35 of Norway Township, which this fall was closed due to pile decay. Clemons said the plan was for a concrete arch structure, which basically means a box culvert with footings instead of a bottom.

“We’re trying to leave the stream as natural as possible to reduce erosion,” Clemons said. The design will also not restrict the waterway width for drainage. Clemons added that the cost was about the same as that of a box culvert.

The supervisors approved the bridge plans. The budget for the project is $400,000. Bidding will take place March 21 at the Department of Transportation with construction expected to take place the summer of 2017.

The 10 a.m. public hearing on the proposed amendment to the 2016 Wright County Agribusiness Urban Renewal Area was brief. Bryce Davis, economic development director, went over the amendment with the supervisors.

“The City of Eagle Grove utility board decided on different land than what had been put in the original Wright County Urban Business Renewal Plan,” Davis summarized.

“Therefore, if we want to utilize the tax increments paid for by Prestage… then we need to modify this plan to incorporate the land that the utility board will be purchasing for the wastewater treatment plant.”

In addition to the land added to the plan, the other changes include setting the limit that the county will assist for the cost of the plant at $4 million and limiting the amount the county can incur in administrative and legal fees at $25,000. The supervisors approved continued on page 2

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Community caroling

Caroling, led by Tom Simmons and high school vocal director David Ackerman, brought about 35 middle schoolers, high schoolers, and a few adults together at the Meadows Independent and Assisted Living as well as the Clarion Wellness and Rehabilitation Center on Monday night. Here, singers serenade in the halls of the care center.

The Gateway Hospice team, front row, from left: Jamie Brown, clinical director; Penny Mohr, RN. Back row: Rachel Johnson, branch manager; Joleen Rolland, RN; and Kelly Langfitt, social worker/bereavement and volunteer coordinator. Other members of the team, not pictured, are Zach Fischer, chaplain; Kristy Pettus, RN; Mary Fenske, CNA; Carmel Hammen, CNA; Lori Hammond, licensed massage therapist; Dr. Jon Ahrendsen, medical director; and Nicole Dennler, ARNP.

Gateway Hospice encourages families to “start the conversation” Kacey Ginn, editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com For many, the holidays are the time of year when family comes together. But for some, they can also be a time where family members tiptoe around difficult issues, like how to talk about an aging parent’s health—and what to do if the worst happens.

“One of our biggest goals for this month is to encourage families to start conversations,” said Rachel Johnson, branch manager and marketer for Gateway Hospice.

“Hospice care focuses on symptom management, pain management, spiritual and emotional support when patients are no longer seeking curative or aggressive treatments,” said Joleen Rolland, RN. Though hospice may or may not be the right option for a particular patient, hospice workers’ experience means they’ve seen the ins and outs of caring for the elderly and chronically ill.

Those who work in health care for the elderly know the importance of talking through the issues and making decisions early. “People don’t think they need these things for a long time,” said Penny Mohr, a long-term care nurse. “You would not believe the number of people I admit that at 90 years old, and they have nothing in place. I want to have

everything in stone so my kids don’t have to make those decisions.”

One of the main difficulties families have in discussing poor health or end of life, Gateway representatives said, is that it feels uncomfortable to talk about death or hard circumstances. But that shouldn’t be a deterrent. “Being prepared doesn’t make it happen any sooner,” Johnson said.

Waiting until a health problem is eminent before deciding on power of attorney (who can make decisions about a loved one if they fall too ill to decide for themselves) or creating a living will (which details what medical treatment, among other things, you’d like if you can’t voice your opinion) means it might be too late to communicate.

Additionally, waiting can come with even more problems. “Stress is high, emotions are high… if we start these conversations when people are able to communicate and speak clearly, you’re going to make a far better and educated decision than when you’re in the moment,” Johnson said.

Making decisions about how an individual wants to be cared for can help focus the discussion on quality of life and not just quantity.

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Jamie Brown, clinical director at Gateway, said, “The best way is to talk to their physician.”

Especially in a small, closeknit community, having these conversations with your doctor can still be difficult. “Doctors are like family to them,” Brown said. But a personal doctor is probably the most qualified person to give medical advice for an individual.

But even decisions like funeral arrangements can be hard to hard to decide on without help. “We have a great tool for those that are experiencing difficulties,” Johnson said. A “Five Wishes” booklet, which can be obtained online or through Gateway Hospice, can help an individual decide what they want at end of life and who they wish to make decisions for them—and with witness signatures, it becomes a legally binding document in Iowa.

Plans like that can only be made, however, when a parent or adult child reaches out to start the conversation.

Whatever time you spend with your family over the next few weeks, make it count—for now and for the future.

A brass ensemble of high school students, led by their teacher Kent Wesselink, was a special addition to the night of caroling.

Elementary schoolers also did some caroling at local banks on Friday morning. Prep kindergarten classes sang at First State Bank, and second graders sang at First Citizens Bank, led by elementary music teacher Dennis Greenfield (Greenfield and Mrs. Klaver’s second grade class pictured here).

Supervisors continued from page 1 the amendment by roll call vote.

The supervisors approved abatement orders for four drainage district special assessments to “clean up the books” on land owned by the federal government, which holds tax-exempt status. Amounts abated

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The supervisors and Wright County Economic Development board also spoke to commend Bob Malloy, who is retiring from the

Economic Development Board.

Watne said that Malloy had helped guide the county through difficult financial times to the progress it has made in recent years.

“My job was easy because I had a lot of people helping,” Malloy said.

“It’s been my pleasure and privilege to serve the citizens of Wright County.”

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Fighting Back

against “the only honest news” in town There were more than a few folks in the Valley who felt Iris Long had it coming to her. After all, Raymond Cooper garnered 381 votes in the recent mayoral election, and a good number of those voters placed the blame for Cooper’s defeat squarely on the shoulders of Long, editor of Lennox Valley Hometown News.

There was no need to deny the obvious. Seeing the first issue of Raymond’s Valley Patriot was upsetting to Iris. She saw the masthead at the top of Page 1 as a direct assault on her character.

“The Valley Patriot” was in type big enough to fill the width of the 12 x 21 inch newspaper. Underneath, in smaller type, were words that cut Iris to the core, “The only source of honest news in Lennox Valley.”

“How could he write that?” Iris asked herself over and again.

It simply wasn’t true. Long was a seasoned journalist. Other than columns on the Opinion page and the musings of Maxine Miller, her stories were checked and rechecked.

Each story required multiple sources before appearing in the newspaper.

Iris thought long and hard about her response in Hometown News, which came out one day after The Valley Patriot. It seemed as if almost every word in every story in Cooper’s rag was pure fiction, the mutterings of a madman.

She had to be careful, though. If she wrote too harshly, Cooper’s loyalists would see that as further proof Hometown News was a biased arm of the “elite media,” as Raymond often called it. Ignoring Raymond’s indictments was also dangerous. No response would be seen by many as an admission of guilt.

Instead, Iris chose to take the high road. Those who knew her well weren’t surprised. Iris valued her integrity as much as anyone in the Valley.

“This morning,” she began, “I read with great interest Raymond Cooper’s latest venture, The Valley Patriot.”

So far, so good.

She continued, “Hometown News welcomes any legitimate journalistic endeavour to our town, and it is our hope The Valley Patriot will meet the requirements of journalistic integrity the citizens of our community have come to expect.”

Reading over Cooper’s rag, a full two-thirds of the pages, not counting

ads, were dedicated to two topics: Mayor Bland conspiring with Iris Long to fix the mayoral election and the disappearance of A.J. Fryerson.

Raymond went on for 1,830 words about Fryerson. While not sharing any details, he led readers to believe he was close to solving the missing person case. There were a few leads yet to be investigated. He insinuated Chief Dibble was keeping information from the public. As a “responsible journalist,” he was hard at work bringing the truth to light.

Cooper included a full page, brought to the readers by Farley Puckett’s True Value Hardware Store, with a recap of the weekend bowling match between Lennox Valley and Pleasant Hill. Raymond considered it a pure stroke of genius to place a line of text in large type across the top of each page, giving credit to the page’s sponsor.

The obituaries were “Brought to you in loving memory of the dear departed by Massengale’s Mortuary,” the funeral home located in the county seat of Springfield.

Another page was reserved for “Raymond’s Renderings,” sponsored by “Phil Moore’s Tractors and Equipment, located midway between the Valley and Springfield.”

Iris could have instantly made Cooper seem foolish by sharing information from the last letter she received from A.J. Fryerson before his disappearance. She knew, however, while offering momentary satisfaction, it was best to keep the letter to herself. In Lennox Valley, things could get quickly out of hand.

There was also the matter of filling the space reserved for “Rumor Has It.” Iris was tempted to create her own rumors about Raymond Cooper, but her better judgement wouldn’t allow such a breach.

She looked over The Valley Patriot one last time before finishing up her paper. One headline, while funny, seemed to sum up Cooper’s efforts at “quality journalism.”

On page 7, just above the classified section, was the headline, “Death is Nation’s Top Killer.”

Iris, borrowing a favorite phrase from Jessie at the Hoffbrau, muttered, “Good Lord.”

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Letter to the editor Dear Editor, Holiday traditions add to the season. Gift giving, candles, music, decorated trees, outdoor lighting, midnight mass, caroling, Sunday school programs, holiday concerts, Santa parades, letters to Santa and more are traditions which make the season bright.

There are also ethnic traditions unique to the many nationalities that compose this nation. These traditions are important, too. These traditions were brought to Iowa by immigrants, some recently and some many years ago.

My ancestors came from Norway 150 years ago. At holiday time in our family, we eat breads and cakes with names and recipes that we believe came from Norway. We eat cookies, which fall apart, and we eat brown cheese, which looks awful but tastes great. We also eat pickled herring, potato lefse, meat balls, roast pork and stinky fish. We still use some Norwegian words to add some Norsk magic. Here are some words and phrases appropriate to the season. God jul! (Merry Christmas!), Ha et godt nytt aar!

(Have a happy New Year!!), Gledelig Hanukka! (Happy Hannukkah!),

God Kwanzaa! (Happy Kwanzaa!) and God ferie! (Happy Holidays!)

Here are some other useful Norwegian phrases at Yuletide.

Mange takk (Many thanks), Tusen takk (Thousand thanks), Vil du sende meg potetene (Will you pass me the potatoes), Hilsen from oss (Greetings from us), Ha det bra (Best wishes), God tur (Have a good trip), Alt er bra med oss (We are OK), Spise opp (Eat up), Sov godt (sleep well), vaer saa snill {please) and, of course everyone’s favorite, Takk for maten (Thanks for the food). God jul og godt nytt aar!

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Past and Presents

By Travis Fischer 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. Now, from a practical stand point, I pretty much have that. My bookshelves are lined with novels that “I’ll get to some day,” right after I’ve beaten every video game on my PC and watched every movie on my Netflix list.

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 movie… and finish reading the Star Wars novel I’ve been working on… and 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 enjoy 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.” 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 ends 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!

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PUBLIC NOTICE

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LUCILLE ARDELLE ANDERSEN PROBATE

ROZELLA P. FLAWS PROBATE

NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT WRIGHT COUNTY CASE NO. ESPR016675 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LUCILLE ARDELLE ANDERSEN, DECEASED TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF LUCILLE ARDELLE ANDERSEN, DECEASED, WHO DIED ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 7, 2016: You are hereby notified that on November 17, 2016, the last will and testament of Lucille Ardelle Andersen, deceased, bearing date of February 25,1988, was admitted to probate in the above-named court and that Jean Marie Swanson, and Beverly Joan Lange, a/k/a Beverly Joan Andersen Lange, were appointed executors of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the abovenamed district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated November 18, 2016.

Jean Marie Swanson, a/k/a Jean Marie Andersen Swanson Executor of estate 831 110th Street Hampton, IA 50441 Beverly Joan Lange, a/k/a Beverly Joan Andersen Lange Executor of estate 402 Fairview Street Dows, IA 50071 John E. Coonley, ICIS PIN NO: 00007542 Attorney for executor Coonley & Coonley Law Firm 121 First Ave. NW, P.O. Box 397 Hampton, IA 50441 Date of second publication: 29th day of December, 2016.

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NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT WRIGHT COUNTY PROBATE NO. ESPR016671 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROZELLA P. FLAWS, DECEASED TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ROZELLA P. FLAWS, DECEASED, WHO DIED ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 25, 2016: You are hereby notified that on the 9th day of November, 2016, the last will and testament of Rozella P. Flaws, deceased, bearing date of the 7th day of March, 2002, was admitted to probate in the above-named court and that Robert C. Flaws was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the abovenamed district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated this 11th day of November, 2016.

Robert C. Flaws Executor of estate PO Box 46, 203 Magloire Woolstock, IA 50599 Don J. Bottorff, ICIS PIN NO: AT0000995 Attorney for executor Bottorff Law Firm 913 Seneca St., P.O. Box 185 Webster City, IA 50595 Date of second publication: 29th day of December, 2016.

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ROBERT THELKE PROBATE NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT WRIGHT COUNTY CASE NO. ESPR016679 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT THELKE, DECEASED. TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT THELKE, DECEASED, WHO DIED ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER 9, 2016: You are hereby notified that on NOVEMBER 22, 2016, the last will and testament of Robert Thelke, deceased, bearing date of July 18, 2008, and the First codicil to the Last Will and Testament of Robert Thelke dated May 5, 2015, were admitted to probate in the abovenamed court and that John E. Coonley was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the abovenamed district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated: November 28, 2016.

John E. Coonley Executor of estate 121 First Avenue NW P.O. Box 397 Hampton, IA 50441 John E. Coonley, ICIS PIN No: 00007542 Attorney for executor Coonley & Coonley 121 first Ave. NW P.O. Box 397 Hampton, IA 50441 Date of second publication: 22nd day of December, 2016.

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Doug Riley, Service............................ $228.32 Naomi Rothman, Mileage................... $298.08 Gayleen Rutherford, Mileage............. $158.40 Stephanie Sandoval, Service................$74.40 Jayne L. Schipull, Service.................. $385.59 Schumacher, Service..........................$248.15 Denise Schumacher, Mileage............ $243.36 Secretary of State, Service.................. $60.00 Secure Shred Solutions, Service......... $48.00 SEH, Service...................................... $690.00 Beth Shanks, Service........................... $28.00 Terry Silbaugh, Mileage...................... $106.08 Vanessa Smith, Mileage..................... $252.00 Staples Advantage, Supplies............... $93.98 State Hygienic Laboratory, Service... $360.00 State Medical Examiner, Service.... $2,921.00 Courtney Stewart, Reimbursement.......$97.92 T & D, Service......................................$259.15 T & S, Service..................................... $280.00 Kim Thayer, Mileage........................... $356.64 The Trash Man, Service......................$178.25 Thrifty White, Service.......................... $176.15 True Value, Supplies............................. $80.80 Unity Point Clinic, Service.....................$37.00 Urness, Supplies............................. $1,218.09 US Cellular, Service......................... $1,175.47 Verizon, Service.................................. $203.50 TCM/FCNB, Credit Card..................... $108.64 W & H, Fuel..........................................$124.46 WCEM, Service............................... $2,500.00 WCPB, Reimbursement...................... $217.41 West Payment Center, Service.......... $218.00 Sharon Woodley, Mileage................... $163.68 Woolstock Equipment, Equipment........ $17.48 Wright County Auditor, Postage..........$706.14 Wright County Fair, Apportionment.$2,208.33 WCEH, Service................................ $1,886.29 Monitor, Service.................................... $42.00 Wright County Motors, Service.......... $535.83 Wright Materials, Supplies............... $1,424.04 General Supplemental Jean Agena, PEO................................$185.18 Vicki Ahrens, PEO................................ $85.00 Barbara Ainger, PEO.......................... $198.24 Teresa Alexander, PEO...................... $182.50 Carol Bailey, PEO............................... $219.20 Independent, Service......................... $546.00 Susanne Berkland, PEO..................... $214.40 Pam Brockman, PEO.......................... $180.00 Marcia Burt, PEO................................ $223.04 City of Belmond, Supplies...................... $3.75 Bev Claude, PEO................................ $258.44 Dona Cleveland, PEO......................... $214.40 Beth Clutter, PEO................................$177.98 Nancy Erickson, PEO........................... $85.48 Sharon Evans, PEO............................ $259.88 First Gabrielson Agency, Service.... $2,240.00 Candace Fjetland, PEO....................... $197.76 Marilyn Houck, PEO............................$191.90 Mary Jo Jones, PEO........................... $182.50 Carissa Lehman, PEO......................... $167.78 Anna Leonard, PEO............................ $200.00 Kathy Lester, PEO................................ $85.00 Beth Lukes, PEO................................. $162.50 Deb Lukes, Reimbursement............... $148.36 Therese Martin, PEO........................... $191.14 Mid-America, Service......................... $679.44 Loretta Moon, PEO............................... $98.44 Gayle Morgan, PEO............................ $195.36 Mary Ellen Patterson, PEO................ $193.82 Carlene Peyton, PEO..........................$177.50 Rochelle Pohlman, PEO......................$175.00 PSI, Supplies.......................................$110.90 Diane Schutt, PEO.............................. $209.40 Brent Smith, PEO................................ $184.80 Kris Smith, PEO.................................. $184.80 Pamela Tate, PEO................................ $89.80 Wright County Sheriff, Service........... $393.66 Wright County Auditor, Postage......... $953.29 Phyllis Zwiefel, PEO.............................. $89.80 Wright County Employees Side Fund Belmond Health & Fitness, Memberships.................................. $100.00 Clarion Health & Fitness, Memberships.................................. $260.00 EBS, Service....................................... $984.00 ISAC, Premium............................ $126,540.00 Rotary Senior Living, Memberships... $160.50 Wright County PSF, Sidefund........ $21,660.61 Jail Commissary BOA, Credit Card...................................$27.90 Hewett Wholesale, Service................ $736.20 MH-DD Services Fund Casey’s, Fuel........................................ $83.06 Goldfield Access, Service.....................$80.71 Staples Advantage, Supplies............... $32.95 WCPB, Reimbursement..................... $522.62 Rural Services Basic Fund Belmond Library, Apportionment.... $2,480.58 Clarion Library, Apportionment....... $2,377.25 Dows Library, Apportionment...........$1,136.91 Eagle Grove Library, Apportionment............................. $2,790.67 Rowan Library, Apportionment........ $1,550.42 Sanitary Landfill, Apportionment..... $6,018.75 K-9 Fund BOA, Credit Card.................................. $42.99 Secondary Road Fund Adams Door, Service.......................... $726.50 AgVantage, Fuel............................ $20,330.49

Deaths Phyllis Diamond, 89, Clarion, died on October 14.

Emmett Schuster, 86, Goldfield, died on November 26.

Mildred Ahlstrom, 93, Belmond, died on November 27.

Wilbur Schroeder, 91, Belmond, died on November 28.

Donna Hopley, 83, Belmond, died on December 3.

JoAnne Stone, 77, Clarion, died on December 77.

Marriage License Civil Court Midland Funding vs. LLC vs. Karrie Jergenson. Case dismissed without prejudice on December 9.

District Courts The court handled three probation revocations.

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VIOLA J. SCHNELL PROBATE

SUPERVISORS NOVEMBER CLAIMS WRIGHT COUNTY SUPERVISORS NOVEMBER 2016 CLAIMS General Basic Fund A & R, Service.................................... $165.00 AgSource, Service................................ $24.00 AgVantage, Fuel.............................. $2,377.64 Ahlers & Cooney, Service............... $1,000.00 Jon Ahrendsen, Service..................... $428.84 Karen Andrews, Mileage.................... $334.08 Arnold’s, Supplies................................. $40.47 Jane Bangs, Mileage.............................$14.40 Nancy Barkema, Mileage.................... $174.72 Joyce Basinger, Mileage...................... $38.40 Independent, Service......................... $524.24 Elizabeth Acat, Service...................... $680.82 BRW, Supplies.................................... $102.25 Bomgaars, Service............................. $288.54 Sue Brigger-Bonner, Reimbursement.. $40.00 Doug Brink, Service............................ $100.00 BOA, Credit Card............................. $1,300.31 Carpenter Uniform, Supplies.............. $253.43 CBI, Supplies.......................................... $6.57 Central Iowa Detention, Service.........$667.07 Central Iowa Distributing, Supplies.... $636.40 CenturyLink, Service...............................$7.99 Doris Chapman, Reimbursement......... $40.00 Charm-Tex, Supplies...........................$427.94 City of Clarion, Utilities.................... $1,034.05 Super Foods, Meals......................... $4,441.01 Computer Works, Service.................. $109.99 Kristina Cook-Rabe, Mileage............. $291.36 Counsel, Service.................................$287.86 Crystal Clean Carpet, Service............$261.97 Culligan, Supplies............................... $314.25 Bryce Davis, Reimbursement............$1,317.14 David Demory, Reimbursement......... $109.44 Deyta, Service.....................................$197.00 District II Supervisor, Service............... $30.00 Eagle Building Supply, Supplies...... $2,109.60 EBS, Service....................................... $142.50 Executive Technologies, Service....... $109.00 Foust Funeral Home, Service.......... $1,600.00 Vinnette Frank, Service.......................$121.20 Frontier, Service................................... $93.06 Gateway Hospice, Service............$38,869.56 Goldfield Access, Service............... $1,396.60 GRP, Service........................................ $40.00 Hamilton County Sheriff, Service..........$19.00 Hanson & Sons, Service...................... $22.00 Mary Haugen, Mileage....................... $315.84 Hawkeye West, Service...................... $201.00 Amy Hennigar, Mileage...................... $213.60 Honeywell, Service............................. $280.00 Humboldt Co Sheriff, Service............... $32.65 ID Wholesaler, Supplies......................$677.45 ILEA, Service...................................... $480.00 ISH-Clarion, Service....................... $7,049.28 ISCTA, Service................................... $300.00 ISSDA, Service................................... $500.00 IWD, UI............................................. $4,149.00 JCL, Supplies.........................................$51.08 David L Johnson, Mileage.................... $93.60 Ashley Keeling, Reimbursement............ $5.72 Keltec, Supplies............................... $9,468.92 Kluss Stump Grinding, Service.......... $220.00 Konica Minolta, Supplies.....................$271.51 Al Kunz, Reimbursement.................... $223.00 Kurts Auto, Service............................. $426.51 Lisa Leanhart, Reimbursement............ $13.44 LexisNexis, Service.............................$257.50 Mail Services, Service.........................$361.76 MARCO, Supplies............................... $128.05 Marco, Inc., Service..........................$1,214.23 Martin Bros., Supplies........................ $210.94 Maria Martinez, Service..........................$1.44 Matt Parrott, Supplies......................... $579.06 Patty McCoy, Mileage......................... $148.32 McFarland Clinic, Service.................. $583.00 Sandra McGrath, Reimbursement..... $468.48 Menards, Supplies.............................. $259.22 Menards - MC, Supplies..................... $405.97 Barb Meyer, Reimbursement.............. $105.60 Mid-America, Service......................... $986.20 MidAmerican, Utilities...................... $2,545.35 Midland Power, Service.........................$17.28 M.S.E., Service................................ $2,896.35 Penny Mohr, Mileage........................... $137.76 Mort’s, Service.................................... $325.85 Dennis Mraz, Reimbursement.............. $40.00 NACVSO, Service................................. $30.00 Nature’s Wood Shop, Service.............. $50.00 Kathy Nicholls, Reimbursement........... $72.00 North Central Cooperative, Fuel........ $331.26 Mike O’Connell, Reimbursement....... $153.60 Oaks Garden Spot, Service............ $1,575.00 John Ofstethun, Service....................... $40.00 Oldson’s, Supplies/Repairs................ $609.42 Pitney Bowes, Postage....................$5,000.00 Pocahontas/Sheriff, Service................ $28.50 Harlan Poolman, Reimbursement........ $40.00 Postmaster, Service............................$110.00 Prairie Energy, Service.....................$1,129.02 PSI, Supplies...................................... $938.56 Anne Radechel, Mileage.................... $215.04 Rainbow, Service.................................. $32.00 Alice Rector, Service.............................$32.13 Cyndi Rector, Mileage.........................$284.16 Barb Redig, Mileage............................$170.88 Angie Reiland, Mileage......................... $23.04 Julie Richter, Mileage........................... $64.80

Births

Thomas Robert Koehn, born on December 4 to Joshua and Kristina Koehn, Humboldt.

Hadassah Paige Pluff, born on December 5 to Eric and Sheena Pluff, Alexander.

Kora Lynn Benson, born on December 6 to Trevor Benson and Molly Price Benson, Lake Mills.

Arlo Austin Jordahl, born on December 6 to Jennifer Reuter, Clear Lake.

Michael Seth Gutierrez, born on December 6 to Michelle Loftin, Forest City.

Sawyer Avery Jackson, born on December 6 to Taylor Shubin, Kamrar.

Ayda Ann Wallerich, born on December 9 to Jennifer Hanson, Webster City.

Airgas, Supplies...................................$101.88 Allender Butzke, Service................. $4,700.00 Alliant Energy, Utilities........................ $405.63 Arnold’s, Supplies.............................$1,242.74 Barco, Supplies................................ $1,839.61 Independent, Service........................... $78.00 Blue Tarp Financial, Supplies............. $795.56 BMC, Supplies................................. $7,403.86 Brown’s, Supplies............................... $109.00 Calhoun-Burns, Service...................$1,067.20 CBI, Supplies...................................... $905.93 Certified Laboratories, Supplies........ $632.00 City of Belmond, Utilities...................... $89.94 City of Clarion, Utilities....................... $335.89 City of Eagle Grove, Utilities................. $40.93 Continental Research Corp, Service. $726.51 Culligan, Service................................... $88.40 Denco, Service............................. $101,166.10 Don’s Truck Sales, Service.................$317.53 Eagle Building Supply, Supplies..........$129.73 Frontier, Service................................... $73.65 G&K, Service...................................... $182.48 Goldfield Access, Service...................$514.92 Hanson & Sons, Service.................... $723.72 Harrison’s, Supplies.............................$592.16 Hawkeye West, Service........................ $40.00 Hennigar’s Wrecker Service, Service.$175.00 Hoffman Filter, Service......................... $50.00 Iowa DOT, Supplies............................ $482.29 Joan’s Upholstery, Service................. $234.75 Kimball Midwest, Supplies...................$106.10 Kriz-Davis, Supplies............................. $29.80 Larry’s Tools, Supplies....................... $386.99 Lawson Products, Supplies..............$1,036.75 M.D. Products, Supplies..................... $534.08 Menards-Fort Dodge, Supplies.......... $500.85 Mid-America, Service..........................$174.50 MidAmerican, Utilities..........................$708.15 Mort’s, Service.................................... $250.00 N IA Construction, Service............$32,080.00 NEW Cooperative, Fuel...................... $789.60 Northland, Fuel................................$4,099.20 Mike Oliver, Reimbursement.............. $150.00 P&P Electric, Supplies......................... $123.13 Pok-A-Dot, Service..............................$810.76 Prairie Energy, Utilities........................$315.18 PSI, Supplies........................................ $54.46 CNH, Credit card............................. $4,483.47 Rees Hydraulic, Service..................... $338.20 Solutions, Service................................$200.10 Spencer, Supplies............................... $432.88 T & D, Service....................................... $69.92 The Trash Man, Service..................... $339.50 True Value, Supplies............................. $92.64 Urness, Supplies.................................$701.27 US Cellular, Service............................. $85.39 Verizon, Service............................... $1,955.69 Weidemann, Service........................$3,897.73 Windstream, Service.............................$61.77 Woolstock Equipment, Supplies............$13.89 Wright County Auditor, Postage............$10.70 Zep, Supplies........................................ $91.28 Ziegler, Supplies............................$42,686.93 Public Health Resource Fareway, Supplies................................. $15.00 MidAmerican, Utilities......................... $100.00 Cindy Roosa, Supplies......................... $10.50 Shopko, Supplies...................................$75.72 Early Childhood Angela Wesselink, Reimbursement... $672.00 E911 Surcharge AT&T, Service........................................$41.46 CenturyLink, Service.......................... $699.64 Frontier Communications, Service......$142.81 Goldfield Telephone, Service.............. $119.12 MidAmerican, Utilities........................... $59.31 TeachMeGIS, Service........................ $720.00 WCC, Reimbursement..................... $1,916.00 WCEM, Service............................... $1,250.00 Windstream, Service.......................... $164.66 WMTel, Service................................... $125.00 Historical Society Schemmer, Service......................... $1,300.00 Drainage Administration IDDA, Service..................................... $200.00 Deb Lukes, Reimbursement................. $26.35 Capital Projects Eagle Building Supply, Supplies...... $2,500.00 I+S Group, Service.......................... $4,022.15 Schemmer, Service......................... $1,650.00 Local Emergency Management BOA, Credit Card................................ $389.87 Super Foods, Meals.............................. $28.44 ECN, Service................................... $7,500.00 Goldfield Access, Service..................... $97.17 Iowa State University, Service............. $75.00 Verizon, Service.................................... $80.02 Wright County Communications Colleen Meier, Reimbursement...........$105.41 The Print Shop, Supplies.................... $310.50 County Assessor Agency Fund Casey’s, Fuel........................................ $98.95 Culligan, Supplies................................. $23.80 IAAO, Service.................................. $1,075.00 Carissa Lehman, Reimbursement.........$87.36 Office Elements, Supplies.................. $232.73 Shari Plagge, Reimbursement........... $540.00 Wright County Auditor, Service............. $57.71 Grand Total................................. $579,122.25 Wk.51

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NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR WRIGHT COUNTY CASE NO. ESPR016651 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VIOLA J. SCHNELL, DECEASED TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF VIOLA J. SCHNELL, DECEASED, WHO DIED ON OR ABOUT SEPTEMBER 2, 2016: You are hereby notified that on September 9, 2016, the last will and testament of Viola J. Schnell, deceased, bearing date of May 24, 2016, was admitted to probate in the abovenamed court and that James B. Schnell was appointed executor of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred.

Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the abovenamed district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred.

Dated September 7, 2016.

James B. Schnell Executor of the estate 3130 Southpoint Drive Clarksville, TN 37043 Alesha M. Sigmeth Roberts, ICIS PIN NO: AT0009741 Attorney for the executor Sigmeth Roberts Law, PLC 101 1st Ave. NE P.O. Box 402 Clarion, IA 50525 Date of second publication: 29th day of December, 2016.

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NOTICE OF U.S. MARSHAL’S SALE C-16-3049 Public notice is hereby given, that by virtue of a writ of execution (or Fieri Facias), dated December 5, 2016, issued out of the United States District Court, for the Northern District of Iowa, on a judgment rendered in said Court, on the 27th day of October, 2016, in favor of the United States of America and against Christine R. Holst (deceased); Matthew P. Sheehan; Michael K. Holst; and Lorna C. Holst; and (a) The unknown spouses of the defendants, the unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, legatees, creditors, and assignees of such of the defendants as may be deceased; (b) The unknown stockholders, officers, successors, trustees, creditors, and assignees of such defendants as are existing, dissolved or dormant corporations; (c) The unknown executors, administrators, devisees, trustees, creditors, successors and assignees of such defendants as are or were partners or in partnership; (d) The unknown guardians, conservators and trustees of such of the defendants as are minors or are in any way under legal disability; and (e) The unknown heirs, executors, administrators, devisees, legatees, trustees, creditors, and assignees of any person alleged to be deceased and made defendants as such, I have, on this 22nd day of December, 2016, levied upon the following described real estate, situated in the County of Wright and State of Iowa, to wit: Lot 8 in Block 15 of the Town of Belmond, Wright County, Iowa.

I will, accordingly, offer said real estate for sale, at public auction to the highest and best bidder, for cash or certified check, on the 26th day of January, 2017, at 11:00 o’clock a.m., at the front door of the Wright County Courthouse, Clarion, Iowa.

Said sale shall be subject to any unpaid real property taxes or special assessments.

Dated, this 6th day of December, 2016. /s/ STEPHANIE J. WRIGHT Plaintiff’s Attorney Assistant United States Attorney 111 Seventh Ave SE, Box 1 Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 319-363-6333 KENNETH J. RUNDE, United States Marshal NORTHERN DISTRICT OF IOWA Wk.51,52,1,2

Nicholas Anderson, 19, Kanawha, pled guilty on December 9 to Public Intoxication (pled from Operating Vehicle Without Owner’s Consent).

Anderson was sentenced to 30 days in jail (20 days suspended), placed on one year probation, and ordered to pay $969.90 in costs.

John Knowles, 49, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on December 9 to OWI Second Offense (pled from OWI Third Offense) and Driving While Barred. Knowles was sentenced to two years in prison, fined $2,500 with 35% surcharge, $10 DARE, and $180 in costs.

Joel Diaz, 54, Clarion, pled guilty on December 8 to OWI First Offense.

Diaz was sentenced to two days in jail or two days at OWI Program, fined $1,250 plus 35% surcharge, $10 DARE, and $100 in costs.

Noe Godiez, 31, Eagle Grove, pled guilty on December 9 to OWI Second Offense. Godiez was sentenced to 60 days in jail, fined $1,875 plus 35% surcharge, $10 DARE, and $140 in costs.

Traffic Court Speeding 55 or under zone (1 thru 5 over): Shea Robertson, Clarion; Gregory Jansma, Sioux Center; Jesse Winter, Clarion; McCaulay King, Eagle Grove; Speeding 55 or under zone (6 thru 10 over): Brent Sadler, Eagle Grove;

Speeding over 55 zone (6 thru 10 over): Saw Oo, St. Paul, MN; Cheyenne Prescott Wesley, Wisconsin Rapids; Speeding over 55 zone (11 thru 15 over): Shannon Adams, Altoona; Speeding: Christine Turner, Belmond; Jennifer Johnson, Sheffield; Clare Murphy, Belmond; Excessive Speed 6 thru 10: Alas Bartolo Zacarias, Clarion; Georgia Axiotis, Rebecca Ahrendsen, Clarion; No Valid Drivers License: Hetiberto Navaryo Rivera, Eagle Grove; Alas Bartolo Zacarias, Clarion; Tyler Gardner, Goldfield;

Financial Liability Coverage Violation: Garrett Juelsgaard, Galt; Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device/Stop Sign/Yield Sign: Justin Pietila, Dows;

Prohibited Passing: Benjamin Eekhoff, Britt;

Following Too Close: Vanessa Chuyong, Red Wing, MN;

Failure to Comply with Safety Regulations: Larry Vangenderen, Eddyville; Failure to Maintain or Use Safety Belts: Robert Smith, Meservey; Possession of Alcohol by person 18/19/20: Raeshawn Mousseau, Dows; Maximum Group Axle Weight Violation: Larry Spaulding, Eagle Grove; Timothy Purcell, Clarion Small Claims Midland Funding LLC vs. Magaly Correa Dones, Clarion. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 9 in the amount of $747.96 with 2.82% interest from September 8.

Unity Point Health vs. Rodney Rasmussen, Goldfield. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 9 in the amount of $2,244.79 with 2.82% interest from October 10.

Hauge Associates vs. Stacy and Mark Lenning, Goldfield. Judgment for the plaintiff on December 9 in the amount of $,2576.48 with 2.82% interest from October 27.

Hauge Associates vs. Brooke and Ryan Terwilliger, Eagle Grove.

Judgment for the plaintiff on December 9 in the amount of $2,485.97 with 2.82% interest from November 3.

Property Transfer Warranty Deed: Douglas and Diana Pals to Douglas and Diana Pals Joint Revocable Trust, Douglas Pals Trustee and Diana Pals Trustee; 1593-23 SE Except; 22-92-23 NE E 1/2; 22-93-23 NE SE; 19-93-23 SW; 16-2460.

Warranty Deed: Joan Leinbach and James Carver to Joan Leinbach Trustee and Joan Leinbach Trust; 21-93-24 NE Parcel C in N 1/2; 2293-24 NW Parcel C; 16-2461.

Warranty Deed: Kell Agra Partnership to Summit AG Fund II; 19-909-23 NW W 1/2; 24-90-24 NE 6258624.0 6258624.0-8957144; 162470.

Warranty Deed: Timothy and Lynnda Purcell to One More LLC; 33-92-26 SW Tract in SW; 16-2472.

Warranty Deed: Bonnie and Douglas Pauls, Bevery Larue, and Bryann and Jessie Grim to Sheila Larue; EG Wright’s 2nd Add Tracts; 16-2476.

Warranty Deed: Jim and Janice Morford to Jim Morford Revocable Trust and Jim Morford Trustee; 11-91-24 NE SE Exc RR Row; 162480.

Warranty Deed: Larry and Kelly Harrah to Matthew and Megan Ring; Dows Orig Addn Blk 4 Lot 1; Dows Orig Addn Blk 4 Lot 2; Dows Orig Addn Blk 4 Lot 3; 16-2481.

Warranty Deed: Ernest and Pamela Lewis to Robert and Kimberly Pugh; Gold Ruiter’s Addn Lot 9; Fulfillment of Contract; 16-2483.

Warranty Deed: Morley Rogers Jr. to Scott Thompson Trustee and Scott Thompson Trust; EG Orig Addn Blk 12 Lot 14 S 36’ Except E 1’; 162485.

Warranty Deed: Myrtle Thielen to Mackenzie Pohlman; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 4 N 50’ of S 150’ of E 120’; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 4 S 50’ of N 150’ of E 150’; Pohlman 000008138001305267; 16-2486.

Warranty Deed: Troy and Sandra Hanson to Terry Reed; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 3 W 1’; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 4; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 5; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 6; EG Wright’s Addn Blk B Lot 7; Satisfaction of Contract; 162488.

Warranty Deed: Jennifer and Jacob Etheredge to Justin Klitzke; 31-9326 NE Parcel B in N 1/2; 16-2490.

Warranty Deed: Earl and Julie Kalkwarf to Ma Vasquez; Belm Orig Addn Blk 2 Lot 1 N 56’; Belm Orig Addn Blk 2 Lot 2 N 56’; 16-2492.

Warranty Deed: Richard Kling to Richard Kling Trust and Richard Kling Trustee; Belm Country Club Estates Addn Blk 1 Lot 4 Apartment 2; 16-2492.

Warranty Deed: Janice Lalor to Gary and Sally Lalor; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 2 Lot 5 Fulfillment of Contract; 16-2500.

Warranty Deed: Janice Lalor to Ashley Lalor and Adam Lewis; Gold Orig Addn Blk 28 Lot 4 Fulfillment of Contract; 16-2501.

Warranty Deed: Janice Lalor to Donavon and Mallory Lalor; EG Broadway Addn Blk 6 Lot 6; EG Broadway Addn Blk 6 Lot 7; Fulfillment of Contract; 16-2502.

Warranty Deed: Henry and Dorothy Gerdes to Henry and Dorothy Gerdes, Susan Ammerman, Randi Gerdes, and Debra Halfpop; 30-9323 NE NW; 16-2508.

Warranty Deed: Leslie and Barbara Ainger to Leslie and Barbara Ainger Trust Agreement; 4-90-26 NE NE; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 6 Lot 9 E 10’ of the S 40’; EG Cadwell’s Second Addn Blk 6 Lot 9 E 10’ of the S 40; EG CAdwell’s Second ADdn Blk 45 Lot 5; EG Parkview Addn Blk 45 Lot 5; EG Parkview Addn Lot 11; EG Orig Addn Blk 19 Lot 10; EG First Railway ADdn Blk 43 Lot 3; EG Wright’s ADdn Blk A Lot 9 W 1/2 and Vacated Alley; EG Wright’s ADdn Blk A Lot 10 W 1/2 and Vacated Alley; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 2 Lot 10; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 3 Lot 6; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 6 Lot 7 S 40’ of the W 140’; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 6 Lot 8 S 40’ of the W 140’; EG Fitzmaurice’s First Addn Blk 6 Lot 9 S 40’ of the W 140’; EG Orig Addn Blk 23 Lot 2; EG Orig Addn Blk 13 Lot 5; EG Wright’s 3rd ADdn Blk 46 Lot 2 S 1/2; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 11 Lot 9; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 11 Lot 10; EG Orig ADdn Blk 13 Lot 3; 16-2509.

Warranty Deed: Edna Willey to Jessica McFall; Belm Kirkendall Addn Blk 2 Lot 19; 16-2515.

Warranty Deed: Rycol Corporation to Richard and Shelly Rethman; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 45 LY E of State Highway Exc; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 50 LY E of State Highway; EG Wright’s 3rd Addn Blk 51 LY E of State Highway; Rerecorded to Correct Grantee Spelling; 16-2522.

Warranty Deed: Patricia and David Kuper, Douglas Pals, Betty and Gary Peterson, Peggy and Steven Macrunnel, and Marjorie Pals to Timothy Lynch; 36-91-23 SW NE 1/2 of NE 1/4; 16-2523.

Quit Claim Deed: Monica Siemens to Ronald Siemens; 4-91-26 NE Tracts; 16-2531.

Warranty Deed: Virginia Butler to Virginia Butler Trustee, Rebecca Lents Trustee, and Butler Trust; 1692-24 SE Tracts in Sandy Beach Sub Div; 424003_0 424003_0_1; 162532.

Warranty Deed: Earl and Julie Kalkwarf to Earl and Julie Kalkwarf; 23-93-24 SE; 16-2534.

Warranty Deed: Earl and Julie Kalkwarf to Earl and Julie Kalkwarf; Belm O’Larry First Addn Blk 1 Lot 3; 16-2535.

Warranty Deed: Robert and Bonnie Leist to Robert and Bonnie Leist Life Estate and Robin Meyer; 22-9223 NW E 1/2; 22-92-23 NW W 1/2 Except; 21-92-23 NE E 13.3 Acres of E 1/2 Exc; 16-2536.

Warranty Deed: Robert and Bonnie Leist to Robert and Bonnie Leist Life Estate and Roxann Swenson; 15-92-23 SW E 1/4; 15-92-23 SE W 76 AC; 2-91-23 SE Exc; 2-91-23 SW E 29.5 AC EXC; 16-2537.

Warranty Deed: Robert and Bonnie Leist to Robert and Bonnie Leist Life Estate and Ronda Moss; 15-9223 SE Exc W 76 AC; 22-92-26 NW S 285’ of W 367’ of SW; 21-92-23 NE E 1/2 Exc; 16-2538.

Warranty Deed: Robert and Bonnie Leist to Robert and Bonnie Leist; 35-92-23 NW N 254’; 16-2539.

Warranty Deed: Richard and Kimberly Brooks to Cody Bonnstetter; 25-93-24 NE Tracts; 16-2540.

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Deployed for the holidays

First Deployment: Steve Krueger finally gets to meet his newborn daughter, Quinn, in 2008 on a two-day pass from the Army. Wife, Amy and son, Caleb, are also excited to see him.

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home again: This family photo of the Steve Krueger family (taken a couple years ago) is one of Amy’s favorite.

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by Kim demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net Above the mantel of the Steve and Amy Krueger family’s fireplace hangs a wooden American flag and two clocks - one that says “Our Time” and one that says “Dad’s Time.”

Although Amy and her two children, 15-year-old Caleb and 8-year-old Quinn, are staying “Army Strong” during the holidays, the mantel is an emotional reminder that their husband and father won’t be home for Christmas this year. Instead, he’ll be spending it in Romania with the U.S. Army as the Crew Chief for the 294th Engineers Fire Fighting Detachment.

“They are eight hours ahead of us, so we’re finding it hard to make time to communicate...that is rough,” said Amy. But somehow, they are making it work, just like they have always done.

Steve and Amy were married in 2003. In 2006, Steve joined the Clarion Fire Department. In January of 2008, he left for basic training in the Army to become part of the fire fighting unit. One week after he signed his contract, Amy found out they were expecting their second child. Steve missed the birth of their daughter, but was able to eventually get a two-day pass to come home and meet her. He sacrificed a lot to be part of that unit - in addition to Quinn’s birth, he missed her first birthday and all the firsts that go along with having a baby. He missed Caleb losing his first tooth, and seeing Caleb learn to ride his bike.

When Steve’s contract was up, he decided to go inactive for a year.

“I could tell he really missed it,” said Amy. “They created quite a bond as a unit.”

So Steve re-enlisted...right before their deployment to Romania was announced.

“I honestly thought it would fall through because we have been told other times they would be deploying and then they didn’t,” said Amy. “It really sunk in I guess when our family had to go to Kansas City

for a mandatory Yellow Ribbon Ceremony.”

Steve and Amy spent the time in classes discussing things like insurance, finances, legal documents like wills, and etc. The kids got to spend their time bonding with each other while participating in planned activities.

The Yellow Ribbon Ceremony is meant not only as an educational time before deployment, but also a bonding time.

On October 2, 2016, Steve left for two weeks of training. He returned home for a few days, and then the family headed to Des Moines for the send-off ceremony.

The very first thing they did in Des Moines was take care of a little “family” business.

Before even going to get a hotel, they went to get a stuffed rabbit dressed in army attire that Quinn’s dad recorded a message on reminding the kids that he loves them and misses them.

“We are Army strong and we can make it is what I tell the kids when they get sad (now that he’s deployed),” said Amy. The last time they have seen Steve is on October 20.

That meant Amy and the kids had to return home to their “new” house (they just moved into her grandparents’ former house) and try to settle in to a new routine. In addition, they would have to try and figure out how they would celebrate the holidays without him there.

Amy is grateful that both her and Steve’s families live nearby, so she invited them all over to the house for Thanksgiving to be surrounded by those who love them.

Now comes Christmas.

Undoubtedly, it will be hard, but Amy is thinking and planning to make the best of a tough situation.

A “normal” Christmas with Steve at home usually goes like this - Amy gets up super early and makes sure everything is ready to go. After the kids open their presents, she goes back to bed for a nap, and Steve puts together all the toys Santa has brought.

This year, she joked with Caleb

Clocks help the Krueger family keep track of what time it is in Romania, where their dad is stationed. Photo provided and Quinn, “Santa better not bring you anything that needs putting together.”

This year, Amy’s thinking that since her kids sleep upstairs, and Romania is eight hours ahead of their time, that she will connect with Steve through Facetime (it will be afternoon for him) before the kids come down the stairs. That way, Steve will get to see their faces when they find their presents from Santa under the Christmas tree, and he can be a part of all the excitement.

“It’s hard (not having him home) but technology is really helping to make things a lot easier,” Amy said, always looking on the bright side of the situation.

One minor, yet very important detail that took a while to work out was wether or not they should hang up all their stockings by the fireplace in their new home (the first Christmas they’ve had a fireplace to do so), or if Steve should hang up his in Romania for Santa to fill there?

“It’s still fairly new and there will be a lot more challenges we will be facing,” said Amy, but for now, they are taking it one day at a time.

They Facetime as often as possible (that’s how Steve got to see Caleb play his first high school basketball game), Amy and Steve imessage (no calling because it

costs them $1.20 per minute), and they move one marble a day from the “How many days til dad comes home” jar.

“It seems like we’ve been moving marbles forever, but the marbles just aren’t adding up in the other jar,” Amy said.

What’s helped Amy and the kids tremendously these first few weeks has not only been the support of their family, but also the support of the community.

“I would never trade moving to a big city...we’ve really seen that hometown support,” said Amy. Pizza Ranch contacted them and said they would like to adopt Steve’s unit in Romania for the holidays.

Likewise, a former classmate of Amy’s got in contact with her through Facebook and said she is with the Air Force and their unit would be sending filled Christmas stockings to Steve’s unit.

Amy is not sure when her husband will return home, but his contract says he can be gone no more than 400 days. That means he should be home before Thanksgiving next year, and she, and Caleb and Quinn, already know what will be at the very top of their gratitude list.

Tobacco products banned in city parks Kacey Ginn, editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com Vanessa Smith, Wright County Public Health’s tobacco liaison for the Iowa Department of Public Health, has a list of objectives to accomplish for the health and safety of Wright County citizens. She discussed one of those objectives with the Clarion city council Monday night.

“One of our goals is to get all of the city parks in Wright County to be tobacco and nicotine free,” Smith said. “Eagle Grove has already adopted this, and Clarion is the next step.”

The largest reason for the ban, according to Smith, was to reduce children’s exposure to tobacco and nicotine products. “You’d think if you have a park where children go and play, it would be common sense, but it’s not,” she said. In addition, Smith said 63 percent of tobacco sellers in the county advertise their products outside of their stores, making it more likely that children will see.

Though council discussion brought up the worry that the rules would drive people to smoke or use tobacco products on others’ private property, they decided that overall, the rule would have positive effects.

The council also noted that the rule would apply only to city parks, and not all city-owned property.

The city adopted Resolution 1646 banning tobacco and nicotine products from city parks. Signage will be placed in the spring to remind citizens. Smith said she was looking into placing bilingual signs (signs will be paid for by the IDPH).

The council approved three pay requests at their meeting: request #18 to Grundman-Hicks for work on the wastewater treatment plant for $125,449.40; request #1 from Kanawha Equipment for the snow removal equipment for the airport, $161,500; and request #2 to Voltmer, Inc., for work on the lights at the airport. Dustin Rief, city administrator, reported that the city had already used the snow removal equipment twice and that the lighting project had gone as well as could be expected.

The request from GrundmanHicks was mostly for electrical work.

Though still frustrated with the pace of work over the last few weeks, city administration is comfortable with the clean output from the plant. In the spring, work on the new lagoon cell will be completed. $300,000 of

Lorrie and Bret Allen announced last week that they had partnered with Scott Dennis and Mike Flanagan in ownership of the Clarion Pizza Ranch. Lorrie said she’d worked at the restaurant since 2002 and that her three daughters had all worked there during high school. Bret only recently joined the Pizza Ranch team. The couple said their intent was to take full ownership of the restaurant when the other owner retire.

work remains on the project.

The council also discussed the addition of Ordinance 564 regarding fire fees.

“A while back, the fire chief had asked me to look at adopting fire fees to help generate some revenue for the fire department, for replacement equipment type stuff,” Rief said.

The fees would be for insurance companies. The goal is not to burden families who’ve suffered a fire. “We have the right to waive any fee,” Rief said. “God forbid anyone’s insurance won’t cover that.”

“As long as we can waive the fees in cases of hardship, I don’t see any problem with it,” said Councilperson Barb Mussman.

The council approved the ordinance and then Resolution 16-

45, which adopted a schedule for fire fees.

One more resolution was adopted at Monday’s meeting: Resolution 1648, which increased the cost of trash bags by 25 cents to $2.50 per trash bag. The raise was at the request of the city’s trash services, due to bag prices not increasing over the past five years.

The council officially re-appointed Steve TerHark as police chief and Rich Bordwell as city attorney. They also set dates for budget workshops and voted to change the date of the next two meetings due to holidays: the January 2 meeting will be moved to January 3, and the January 16 meeting will be moved to January 17.

Wright County Transit Notice to all riders:

Any Punch Cards, Tickets, or Gift Certificates that were purchased from either the City of Clarion or the City of Eagle Grove will only be accepted until December 31, 2016. After this date they will not be accepted as forms of payment.

Please use up what you have of these payment types before they

are no longer accepted and you are out money. From all of us at Wright County Transit “Thank you, for using our service.”

Also Wright County Transit will be closed on December 26, 2016 in observance of Christmas. Happy Holidays from Wright County Transit!

Blood donors needed year-round When Christmas ends, don’t let your generosity end, too! Blood donors are needed year-round, not just during the holiday season. 90% of the American population experience the need for blood at some point in their lifetime. Because only 10% of the population is eligible to donate blood, regular donors are needed constantly. A regular blood donor can give their lifesaving gift every 56 days. It’s not too late to start giving! You can save lives at a community blood drive near you.

• Clarion Community Blood Drive, Tuesday, January 3, 2017 from 1:00 PM 6:00 PM at United Presbyterian Church of Clarion, 219 1st Street NW. • Goldfield Community Blood Drive, Wednesday, January 4, 2017 from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM at United Presbyterian Church, 220 East Oak Street.

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Church news • Sunday, December 25

9:00a.m. Worship

Clarion Area FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 201 3rd Ave. NE, Clarion, IA 50525 Rev. Mike Gudka 515-532-2845 • www.clarionumc.com • “Like” us on Facebook!

• Thursday, December 22

No Pack Meeting • Saturday, December 24

7:30a.m. His Men, 3:00p.m. Christmas Eve Service, 7:00p.m. Christmas Eve Service • Sunday, December 25

10:00a.m. Christmas Day Service • Monday, December 26

Church Office Closed • Wednesday, December 28

8:30a.m. Bibles and Bikes, 2:00p.m.

Outreach (The Meadows), 5:30p.m. Finance Team Meeting, 6:00-8:00p.m. Youth Group, 6:00p.m. Praise Team Practice, 7:00p.m.

Chancel Choir Practice • Thursday, December 29

No Pack Meeting FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 420 1st Street N.W., Clarion Pastors: Grant and Nicole Woodley • www. firstlutheranclarion.com 515-532-3440 • Saturday, December 24

7:00p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service • Sunday, December 25

10:00a.m. Worship Service (in Dows Only), No Sunday School • Thursday, December 29

9:00a.m. Sew Ladies UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, CONGREGATIONAL 121 3rd Avenue N.W., Clarion Pastor Bill Kem 515-532-2269 • Saturday, December 24 – Christmas Eve

6:00p.m. Joint Service at UPC • Sunday, December 25 – Christmas Day

10:00a.m. Joint Service at UCC CHURCH OF CHRIST 420 North Main, Clarion Pastor Warren Curry 515-532-3273 • Saturday, December 24

7:00p.m. Christmas Eve Program • Sunday, December 25 – Merry Christmas!

No Sunday School, 10:00a.m. Worship Service Church Office Closed Monday, December 26 – Wednesday, December 28 • Wednesday, December 28

10:00a.m. Weekly Prayer Time (Sandy Stephenson’s Home), 8:00p.m. Iron Men 2 (Josh Diamond’s Home) ST. JOHN CATHOLIC 608 2nd Ave. N.E., Clarion Father Jerry W. Blake, pastor 515-532-3586 • Thursday, December 22

8:00a.m. Mass (Sacred Heart, EG), 9:00a.m. Sewing Circle • Friday, December 23

7:40a.m. Rosary/Mass • Saturday, December 24 – Christmas Eve Day

4:00p.m. Mass (St. Francis Xavier, Belmond), 7:00p.m. Mass (Sacred Heart, EG), 9:00p.m. Bilingual Mass • Sunday, December 25 – Christmas Day

9:00a.m. Cluster Mass (Sacred Heart, EG) • Monday, December 26

Cluster Office Closed, No RCIA • Tuesday, December 27

Cluster Office Closed • Wednesday, December 28

No Youth Faith Formation Class • Thursday, December 29

No Mass (Sacred Heart, EG) UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 219 First Street N.W., Clarion Bill Kem, Pastor 515-532-2709

THE LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Dana Wendel, Pastor 1010 2nd Street SW, Clarion 532-2330 • Sunday, December 25

9:30 a.m. Sunday school, 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service (FREE Lunch following Service, First Sunday of the Month Only) THE DWELLING PLACE Pastor Kim Lee 1204 Central Ave East 515-293-2822 • Sunday, December 25

10 a.m. Church Services, Children’s Ministries: Little Lights (0-2 years); Kids Alive (3-7 years) • Wednesday night services will resume January 2017.

Goldfield Area UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 220 E. Oak St., Goldfield, IA 50542 515-825-3581 Reverend Sara Sutter goldpres@goldfieldaccess.net • “Like” us on Facebook • Thursday, December 22

9-10:30a.m. TOPS (Take Pounds Off Sensibly) #IA 1348, Goldfield, IA, weighin and meeting. Fellowship room. New members always welcome!, 6:30p.m. Advent Gathering, led by Rev. Sara Sutter • Friday, December 23

10:00a.m. Advent Gathering, led by Rev. Sara Sutter (Rotary Senior Center) • Saturday, December 24

7:00p.m. Christmas Eve candlelight worship service. Communion will be celebrated.

• Sunday, December 25

No Sunday School, No Choir Practice, 10:30a.m. Casual worship service (Fellowship Room), 11:30a.m. Fellowship Coffee • Monday, December 26

Church offices will be closed • Wednesday, December 28

No after-school story-time LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH Goldfield Pastor Truman Larson • Sunday, December 25

9 a.m. Worship Service, 10:15 a.m.

Sunday School and Confirmation PARK CHURCH OF CHRIST 422 North Washington St., Goldfield Bob Dishman 515-825-3911 • Sunday, December 25

9:15 a.m. Bible School, 10:15 a.m.

Worship Service – Communion observed weekly; Childcare available and Children’s Church, 11 a.m. WWE/Jr. Worship

Rowan Area UNITED CHURCH OF ROWAN Pastor Nancy Hofmeister 811 Pesch St., Box 38, Rowan • Sunday, December 25

9 a.m. Sunday School, 10 a.m. Worship, 11 a.m. Fellowship Coffee IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Missouri Synod Jct. Highway 69 & 3 Pastor Mark Peterson • Sunday, December 25

10:30 a.m. Divine Services, 11:45 a.m.

Bible Study

Dows Area ABUNDANT LIFE CHAPEL 202 Fairview St., Dows 515-852-4520 • Bruce Klapp, Pastor • Sunday, December 25

9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.

Worship Service with Nursery and Children’s Ministry available, 5:30 p.m. (3rd Sunday of the month except February) Adult Bible Study with childcare available. Food and fellowship follows SOVEREIGN GRACE CHURCH 109 N. Eskridge St., Dows Dows / www.sgcdows.com Doug Holmes, Pastor • Sunday, December 25

10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Coffee, 11:15 a.m. Worship at First Presbyterian in Dows

FIRST REFORMED 214 Brown St., Alexander Pastor Phillip Arnold • Sunday, December 25 8:30 a.m. Adult Sunday School (Sunshine Room), 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:45 a.m. Sunday School, 6:30 p.m. HS Youth Group Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Pastor Phil’s Radio Ministry on KLMJ IMMANUEL U.C.C. 204 E. South St., Latimer Diane Friedericks, Interim • Sunday, December 25 10:30 a.m. Worship ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN 304 W. Main, Latimer Travis Berg, Pastor • Sunday, December 25 9 a.m. Worship, 10:15 a.m. ABC/Sunday School UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morgan, Lee Center, Bradford Erling Shultz, Pastor • Sunday, December 25 8:30 a.m. Worship (B), 9:30 a.m. Worship (LC), 10:30 a.m. Worship (M) MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH 3rd & Lake Streets, Blairsburg, IA 50034 Ron Lotz, Pastor • Sunday, December 25 10:00a.m. Worship • Wednesday, December 28 No Family Night

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1981 and 1946 35 Years Ago December 17, 1981 The Clarion elementary students, first, second, third and the fifth grade band presented their Christmas concert Thursday afternoon, December 10 to an audience of about 300. The fifth grade band began the concert with the selection “Jingle Bells” and others. The band is under the direction of Marlin Bloomquist.

The Methodist Church living nativity scene, which re-enacts the Christmas story, will again be performed this holiday season. The living nativity scene is performed on three different nights. “A different group does it each night,” Ken Bernhardt said. The actors wear as much clothing as possible beneath their costumes. The living nativity scene will again be presented this year on December 22, 23, and 24.

Brad Reichter and Connie Steffenson were crowned Goldfield’s homecoming king and queen last Friday afternoon, December 11.

Both are members of the basketball teams which took on the MeserveyThornton teams later that evening in the basketball action.

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70 Years Ago December 19, 1946 Clarion voters Monday approved in a special election the issuing of bonds for the building of an addition to the present junior high school and grade building. The approval was signified by a margin of 261 to 91 in the special school election.

The proposed building will house a modern 4500 square feet of shop space, which will greatly enhance the shops program of the local school system.

Fire originating in a kerosene cook stove did considerable damage at the home of Mrs. Loretta Casebeer late Friday afternoon before the local fire department could extinguish the blaze. A hole some ten feet square was burned in the ceiling and there also was damage by smoke. The house is owned by Carl Sasse.

In another meet nearly as tense as the West Waterloo affair, Eagle Gove and Clarion left the mat Tuesday evening with four decisions and a fall apiece resulting in a 17-17 tie.

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9:30 a. m. Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m.

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UNITED METHODIST & PRESBYTERIAN Dows / Alexander Shawn W. Hill, Pastor • Sunday, December 25 8:45 a.m. Alexander Methodist Worship, 9 a.m. Dows Sunday School, 10 a.m. Dows Joint Worship at Presbyterian Church (First two Sundays each month and at Untied Methodist Church on remaining Sundays)

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HOLMES BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Zach Fischer 2137 Hancock Avenue 515-825-3110 • Sundays

9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.

Worship Service, 6 p.m. Evening Service • Wednesdays

Prayer Meeting, youth group, kids club (1st – 6th grades – during school year)

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH Dows Pastors: Grant and Nicole Woodley • Saturday, December 24 6:30a.m. Men’s Bible Study, 7:00p.m.

Christmas Eve Worship • Sunday, December 25 10:00a.m. Joint Worship w/ Clarion (at Dows)

HOLMES EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor Rich Taylor 515-825-366 • Friday, December 23

9:30a.m. Bible Study (Samuel) • Saturday, December 24

7:00p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service • Sunday, December 25

10:00a.m. Christmas Day Service with Communion (Samuel) • Tuesday, December 27

9:30a.m. Newsletter Assembly • Wednesday, December 28

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Remembering our loved ones...

Doyce Pringnitz Doyce Pringnitz, 64 of Kanawha passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Funeral services for Doyce Pringnitz was held on Friday, December 16, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Kanawha United Methodist Church, 402 North Main Street in Kanawha, with Pastor Mark Heath officiating. Burial will be at Amsterdam Cemetery in Kanawha.

Visitation for Doyce Pringnitz was held from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Ewing Funeral Home, 118 East Second Street in Kanawha, and will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.

Doyce Eldon Pringnitz was born on October 6, 1952 to Junior “Dutch” and Ruth (Bell) Pringnitz in Belmond. Doyce attended and graduated from Kanawha High School.

Doyce attended NIACC for a time before being drafted into the United States Army Corps during the Vietnam War. Following his discharge from the Army, Doyce returned to Kanawha and began farming. He was a life-long farmer who took great pride in what he did and in providing for his family. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather, Doyce would do anything for anybody.

He was united in marriage to Margaret Christians on April 19, 1975 at Wright Christian Reformed Church, rural Kanawha, to this union four children were born. Doyce and his family made their home on a farm north of Kanawha.

Doyce was currently holding a seat on the board of directors for the

Doyce Pringnitz

1952 - 2016 North Central Co-op and the Prairie Energy Co-op. He cherished the friendships developed on the various committees he participated in over the years. Doyce was a devout member of the Kanawha United Methodist Church.

Doyce is survived by his wife Margaret; children Jeremy (Donna) Pringnitz and their son Shalyer of Kanawha, Jody (Greg) Rottinghaus and their son Samuel of Le Mars, Justin (Krista) Pringnitz of Duncan, and Julie (Jeremy) Brogaard and their sons Waylon and Wyatt of Kanawha; his mother Ruth Pringnitz; sister Deborah (Brad) Hansen of New Sweden, Maine; along with extended family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his dad Dutch.

Charles “Chuck” Bernard Dixon,

Charles “Chuck” Bernard Dixon, 80, of Iowa Falls, Iowa passed away Friday, December 16, 2016 at the Mercy Medical Center of North Iowa in Mason City, Iowa. Funeral services for Chuck Dixon was 11:00 am Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at The Meeting Room, 3020 River Oaks Road, Iowa Falls, Iowa 50126.

A time of visitation was one hour prior from 10:00 until 11:00 am,

Tuesday, December 20 also at The Meeting Room. Memorials may be directed to: Bible Truth Publishers; c/o Linn’s Funeral Home; 1521 Washington Ave.; Iowa Falls, Iowa 50126. The Linn’s Funeral Home in Iowa Falls is helping the family with arrangements.

To leave online condolences and view the full biography please visit linnsfuneralhome.com

James William Nelson

James William Nelson, the son of Donald and Frances (Kammerer) Nelson, was born July 1, 1946, at Primghar, Iowa. He attended high school in Sutherland, Iowa.

On February 19, 1966, James was united in marriage to JoAnn Kvale at Holmes, Iowa. They have lived in Goldfield for 48 years.

James worked for Hagie Manufacturing for 38 years as an accountant, retiring in 2010. He was a member of United Presbyterian Church in Goldfield, served as a Mason with Bower Lodge #464 in Eagle Grove and served as President of Ducks Unlimited Boone River Chapter. James was an avid hunter, fisherman, golfer and loved to play cards with his friends. He also loved to work in his garden and was a fan of the Iowa State Cyclones.

James was a faithful husband, devoted father and friend.

James passed away on Monday, December 19, 2016, at Methodist Manor Retirement Home in Storm Lake, at the age of 70 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Frances Nelson; grandparents, Beach and Elizabeth

(Thompson) Nelson and William and Alice (Jons) Kammerer and many aunts and uncles.

James is survived by his wife, JoAnn Nelson of Goldfield; daughter, Jody Sue Nelson Lint and Jerry Reeb of Maxwell, IA; son, James William Nelson Jr and wife Judy of Fort Dodge, IA; three grandchildren, Kenneth Nelson, Nakedda Conklin and Morgan Lint; two great grandchildren; two step greatgrandchildren; brothers, Kenneth Nelson of Yuma, CO, Donald Nelson (Sandy) of Hartley, IA, Robert Nelson (Myrna) of Sioux Falls, SD, Edward Nelson (Terri) of Germantown, and Richard Nelson (Sandy)Sioux Rapids, IA; sister, Peggy Nelson Hinkeldey (Bruce) of Alta, IA and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 22, 2016, at United Presbyterian Church in Goldfield with Pastor Sara Sutter officiating. Visitation is from 9:00 a.m. to time of service at the church.

Memorials may be left to the discretion of the family.

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Nancy’s Notes

The countdown begins. Only one more article before my retirement.

I’m sure the town will never be the same. There will be a retirement coffee at the library on Thursday, December 29 from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Stop in, visit, and enjoy a snack. My last day will be Friday, December 30. You can also take a minute to congratulate Linda Lloyd on her new position.

I was thrilled last week to celebrate my retirement with all the CGD preschool students. I was called in to work early because staff forgot their keys. When I got there seventy preschoolers were absolutely silent, sitting in the library basement waiting to surprise me. First of all I didn’t expect a party and secondly, who thought that many kids could be silent! We had a great time as they presented me with pictures they had drawn. There was even a poster signed by the entire elementary since I had read to all of them throughout the years. I will certainly miss my little gremlins and their teachers.

“Hamilton” is presently the hottest ticket on Broadway. It will soon be coming to the Civic Center in Des Moines. We have had the screenplay for quite some time, however if you would like a little more information on that famous statesman try, “The Hamilton Affair” by Elizabeth Cobbs. It is historical fiction but usually there is enough research done that you can learn several new details. Set during the American Revolution it is the story of Alexander Hamilton and Elizabeth Schuyler. It takes readers from the beginning of their relationship to his fateful duel on the banks of the Hudson River.

Driving in a winter storm presents its own unique challenges.

The American Red Cross has steps people can follow to get their vehicles ready for winter as well as what they should do if they are caught in a winter storm.

“Check your vehicle and stock it with some emergency supplies,” said Julie Struck, Regional Disaster Officer for the Red Cross Iowa Region. “The best thing you can do is stay off the roads during a winter storm.”

GET YOUR VEHICLE READY FOR WINTER Plan ahead. Have a mechanic check your tires, battery, brakes and antifreeze levels. Make sure your vehicle is ready for winter with a window scraper, shovel, kitty litter or sand in case you get stuck, extra clothes and a Disaster Supplies Kit in your trunk. Pack high-protein snacks, water, first aid kit, flashlight, small battery-operated radio, an emergency contact card with names and phone numbers, extra prescription medications, blankets and important documents or information you may need.

DRIVING IN WINTER While the Red Cross encourages you to stay off the road if possible, if you have to drive in snow or freezing rain, follow these tips about how to drive safely during a winter storm and what to do if you become stuck in your vehicle: • Fill the vehicle’s gas tank and clean the lights and windows to help you see.

• Pay attention to the weather forecast. Before you leave, let someone know where you are going,

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• If you have to drive, make sure everyone has their seat belts on and give your full attention to the road. Avoid distractions such as cell phones.

• Don’t follow other vehicles too closely. Sudden stops are difficult on snowy roadways.

• Don’t use cruise control when driving in winter weather.

• Don’t pass snow plows.

• Know that ramps, bridges and overpasses will freeze before roadways.

If you become stuck in the snow or icy conditions: • Stay with the car. Do not try to walk to safety.

• Tie a brightly colored cloth (preferably red) to the antenna for rescuers to see.

• Don’t run your engine and heater constantly to help avoid running out of gas. Don’t use things like lights or the radio without the engine running so the battery doesn’t conk out.

• If you can, move your vehicle off the roadway. Stay with it – don’t abandon it. If you have to get out of your vehicle, use the side away from traffic.

• Start the car and use the heater for about 10 minutes every hour. Keep the exhaust pipe clear so fumes won’t back up in the car.

• Leave the overhead light on when the engine is running to help rescuers see the vehicle.

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Hamilton was an orphan, raised in the Caribbean and desperate for legitimacy, he became one of the American Revolution’s most dashing heroes. Admired by George Washington, scorned by Thomas Jefferson, Hamilton was the most controversial leader of the new nation. Elizabeth was the wealthy, beautiful, adventurous daughter of the respectable Schuyler clan and a pioneering advocate for women. Together, the couple braved war, infidelity, and the curse of partisanship that endangered their family and the country itself.

Stephenie Meyer, a young adult author, has now branched out into adult fiction. Her latest title is “The Chemist.” The novel begins as an ex-agent, on the run from her former employers, must take one more case to clear her name and save her life. She used to work for the U.S. government, but very few people ever knew that. An expert in her field, she was one of the darkest secrets of an agency so secret it doesn’t even have a name. And when they decided she was a liability, they came for her without warning. Now she rarely stays in the same place or uses the same name for long. They’ve killed the only other person she trusted, but something she knows still poses a threat. They want her dead, and soon.

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FIRE SAFETY The Red Cross also urges everyone to use caution when heating their homes, especially if using supplemental heating sources. Heating one’s home through the winter can be expensive, so costly that almost half of the families in the United States use alternate heating sources such as space heaters, fireplaces, or coal or wood stoves to stay warm. These supplemental heating sources can be dangerous if not used properly.

In 2016, Red Cross volunteers in Iowa offered help and hope to 625 individuals and families after a home fire. The Red Cross urges everyone to use follow these safety steps when using alternate heat sources: • Keep items that will burn like paper, clothing, bedding, curtains or rugs at least three feet away from space heaters, stoves, or fireplaces.

• Don’t leave portable heaters and fireplaces unattended. Turn off space heaters and make sure any embers in the fireplace are extinguished before going to bed or leaving home.

• Place any space heater on a level, hard and nonflammable surface (such as ceramic tile floor), not on rugs or carpets or near bedding or drapes. Keep children and pets away from space heaters.

• When buying a space heater, look for models that have the safety measure of shutting off automatically

if the heater falls over.

• Never use a cooking range or oven to heat your home.

• Using a fireplace? Make sure you have a glass or metal fire screen large enough to catch sparks and rolling logs.

LIFE-SAVING STEPS Make sure all household members know two ways to escape from every room of your home, and set up a meeting place outside in case of fire. Practice escaping from your home at least twice a year and at different times of the day. Teach household members to stop, drop and roll if their clothing should catch on fire.

Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. Check monthly that the alarms are working properly by pushing the test button.

Replace batteries in smoke alarms that require battery changing at least once a year. Replace smoke alarms every ten years.

WEATHER ALERTS AND FIRST AID TIPS People can download the Red Cross Emergency App for instant access to winter storm tips and weather alerts for their area and where loved-ones live. Expert medical guidance and a hospital locator are included in the First Aid App in case travelers encounter any mishaps. Both apps are available to download for free in app stores or at redcross.org/apps.

Thank You

The family of Beverly Wason would like to thank everyone for their expressions of sympathy. Whether you sent a card, gave a memorial, sent flowers, attended services, or kept the family in your thoughts and prayers, we sincerely appreciate everyone’s thoughtfulness and support.

The family would especially like to thank the staff at the Clarion Care Center for your care the past years. Thank you to Pastor Bill Kem and the United Presbyterian Church for your visits, prayers and beautiful service.

And thank you to everyone else who touched Beverly’s life in anyway.

- Wilbur Wason, Don & Lori Wason, Deb & Roger Schaeffer, Betty & Frank Haker, and our families

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MaxYield Co-op Holds 102nd Annual Meeting MaxYield Cooperative® held its 102nd Annual Meeting Wednesday, December 14 at the Kossuth County Ag & Motorsports Museum in Algona, IA. MaxYield CEO Keith Heim, filling in for board chairman Howard Haas, called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.

During the meeting, MaxYield CFO Susan Post discussed the financial results of the cooperative.

Highlights of the audited financial report for the fiscal year ending July 31, 2015 included local earnings of $225,855 and total earnings reaching $4.90 million.

Heim, in his remarks to the membership, commented on the tight ag economic environment and its effect on the cooperative’s financials.

“From an income statement perspective, this was the most challenging operating environment we have experienced since the 2007 fiscal year. Large domestic and world grain supplies have been built the past two years putting significant pressure on grain prices and margins,” Heim said.

He went on to say that “Back to back large U.S. crops in 2015 and 2016 has also contributed to the build of these large grain reserves.

These fundamentals have production agriculture and agri-business in a tighter operating environment for the third consecutive year in 2016.

This has shown across the entire agricultural landscape.”

Heim also discussed that even with the tight ag economy, MaxYield Cooperative enjoys a strong balance sheet. “The continued financial strength of your cooperative has allowed us to invest over $38 million in facilities and equipment since 2008, an average of $4.3 million per year. Our strong balance sheet also allowed MaxYield to be in position to capitalize on the recent acquisition of seven locations in

History from Heartland: Early Settlers – William Casper “Captain” Tyrrell Iowa 4-H Foundation Announces By: Mary Tesdahl William Tyrrell got his start in eastern Iowa, as did several other early farmers who eventually came to Wright County. He came to Wright County in 1868. By 1876, William had 1,200 acres of land well adapted to stock raising. It consisted of both rich prairie soil, which was well watered, and timber. This farm near Belmond was referred to as the “Franklin Grove Stock Farm” and an early quote stated, “W C handles a large amount of stock and only the best grades.” Being close to the river, wells did not have to be very deep and could be dug by hand.

Good water might be only twentyfive feet down.

William’s farm had stalls for 40 draft horses. It was said that it took two men and four horses to farm forty acres. Using those figures, he would have been able to have 400 acres under cultivation. It would also mean twenty men. The Captain would only hire single men to work on the farm. He had a two story house built for them and a cook and housekeeper were hired to take care of the men so they could concentrate

on the farm work. William had lots of pastures for livestock, so livestock chores had to be done besides the field work. Even after the Tyrrells had tractors, they always kept a couple of teams to pull the tractors out when they got stuck.

William liked to put together herds of cattle to feed and then sell to Chicago. Instead of a particular breed, he just bought whatever was cheap. The Captain raised enough cattle to have a spur laid to his farm for ease of loading. The train always came in on Saturday nights and it took a long time to load three or four carloads of cattle. Because of his skill putting together groups of cattle and his skill at buying cattle, he was able to live well. On a good trip, he would have bought the cattle for twenty-five cents a pound and sold them in Chicago for forty cents a pound. William would ride in with the cattle because he didn’t trust others with that much money. The cattle might share the ride with barrels of ducks that were shot at Morris Lake and shipped to

Chicago to restaurants. The ducks were neither dressed, nor gutted, but simply shot and put in barrels.

They were delivered to Chicago restaurants the next morning.

Tyrrells had hogs, too, until the cholera epidemic. When they had to shoot and bury all the hogs, they quit raising hogs and concentrated on cattle.

In 1913, the Tyrrells decided to build a larger home to accommodate their growing family. They chose a brick home. They bought the brick from the Sheffield Brick Company.

The house had electric lights, but no electrical lines had been run to the farm at that time, so the lights were run with batteries. The house was heated with steam heat. At first the steam was produced by burning wood and later by burning coal.

During the Depression, they hired a man to cut wood for the boiler. He was paid one dollar a day, and could take home what he could carry. The Tyrrell family were pioneers of agriculture in Wright County.

As told by Tom Tyrrell

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Will have an early deadline for the Christmas and New Years Holiday.

All advertising, news & legals are due Friday December 23 at noon for the December 29 issue.

The Office will be closed Monday, December 26 Deadline for the January 5 issue is Friday, December 30.

The office will be closed Monday January 2.

Thank you and Happy Holidays!

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Scholarships for 2017

The Iowa 4-H Foundation announces its 2017 scholarship program for current or former 4-H members planning to attend college in the fall of 2017.

The Iowa 4-H Foundation has now available online through the announced applications are now Iowa 4-H Foundation at www. available for the 4-H scholarship iowa4hfoundation.org/scholarships. program. Over 90 scholarship Applications must be submitted opportunities valued at over $90,000 online no later than 11:59 p.m., February 1, 2017 for consideration. will be awarded.

The various scholarship awards Only one application form is range in amounts from $500 to needed for all Iowa 4-H Foundation $10,000. Certain scholarships are Scholarships. Eligible students may open to students pursuing any field apply for more than one scholarship, of study, while others are open however, only one scholarship per to students pursuing degrees in individual will be awarded per agriculture, food and nutrition, ag academic year. business, animal science, journalism “We are extremely excited about and STEM related studies. Former our growing scholarship program and current 4-H members graduating and the additional resources that from high school or currently will be available for Iowa 4-H’ers attending college are eligible entering or continuing college next fall,” said Albert Grunenwald, applicants.

While a majority of the 4-H Executive Director of the Iowa 4-H scholarship opportunities are Foundation. “These donor-funded available for students attending scholarships will help recipients Iowa State University, scholarships build on their Iowa 4-H experiences are available to students planning and keep them on a path to future to attend an Iowa Regent university, success.”

Iowa private college, Iowa Since 1949, donors to the Iowa community college, or any land- 4-H Foundation have provided financial resources to fund quality grant university.

Iowa 4-H members are eligible 4-H experiences and recognition to apply for 4-H scholarships if opportunities for Iowa youth. they meet individual scholarship To further explore establishing requirements, as determined by a scholarship with the Iowa 4-H the scholarship donors. Applicants Foundation, please contact Mary must enroll as a full-time student to Clancy, Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarship Coordinator at clancy@ receive scholarship awards.

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by The Andersons, Inc.” Board vice chairman David Garrelts of Emmetsburg announced the results of the director election.

Eric Marchand or Britt, Toddy Meyer from Everly and Jim Wirtz of West Bend were reelected to serve three year terms.

About MaxYield Cooperative MaxYield Cooperative is a memberowned, diversified agricultural cooperative founded in 1915 and is headquartered in West Bend, IA. The cooperative has 24 locations and three Cenex convenience stores in Iowa. MaxYield also provides grain origination and accounting services for two Iowa feed mills. For more information, visit MaxYield online at www.MaxYieldCoop.com or www.FromtheField.com.

Dayton-Lake December 2016 4-H Meeting The Dayton-Lake 4-H Club met on December 4, 2016 at Pizza Ranch in Clarion at 5:00p.m. for their annual Christmas party. The meeting came to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Hannah Jo Gustafson.

Roll call was “Christmas Break Plans” which was answered by 15 members, 2 new members, and 2 leaders and 2 parents were present.

Each member was to donate dog and/or cat food for the Humane Society. Also members donated canned goods for the Food Pantry.

The club did these donations to the drug dog and to Hope’s Program.

Old business discussed was 4-H awards day which was held on November 6, 2016 at the Clarion Goldfield Dows High School.

Record books were returned to members following the awards day.

New business. The newsletters will now be emailed to the parents of 4-Hers. Ryan Watne and Megan Lund were nominated for 4-H Fun Nite King and Queen. December 18, 2016 there is a Teen Council Meeting.

The meeting was adjourned by motions of Tristan Mewes and Lindsay Watne and the next meeting will be January 7, 2017. Pledge of led by Paige Brooks.

- Reporter, Ryan Watne

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Recipe created by Foxes Love Lemons on behalf of Milk Means More Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 3 minutes | Servings: 1 3/4 cup milk 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons ricotta cheese 2 dried figs, halved 1 tablespoon sliced almonds 1 tablespoon honey In microwave-safe bowl, stir to-

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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.

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Cowboy wrestlers win two more conference duals Take fifth in their bracket at Battle of Waterloo

By Les Houser Last Thursday night in Webster City, the Clarion-Goldfield-Dows wrestling team won a quad meet.

They edged the host Lynx 37-32 then got by Humboldt 35-28 in taking two North Central Conference wins. They also easily defeated Pocahontas Area 54-19 in a nonconference match.

Versus the Lynx, Connor Johnson (126), Tanner Abbas (138), Dakota Hennigar (152) and Sam Wigans (160) all won by fall with Abbas barely breaking a sweat at 34 seconds in. Mason Carpenter (182) took a 17-2 technical fall, Ben Powers (195) won by a 5-3 decision and Chance Konopasek (106) won by forfeit.

In the dual with the Wildcats, Konopasek, Johnson, Hennigar and Reymundo Vasquez (170) all won by pin with Konopasek the quickest in 2:53. Abbas won a 16-7 major decision, Carpenter won by a 12-4 major decision and Salvador Fregoso (220) won 4-2 in overtime.

Versus the Indians, Johnson, Carpenter and Trent McAtee all took wins by fall with Carpenter sticking his man in just 1:04. Wigans took a 9-5 decision, with five others having their hand raised by forfeit.

The red and black took fifth place in consolation bracket D at the annual Battle of Waterloo last Friday and Saturday. They started out by losing to Davenport Assumption 39-30, with falls scored by Abbas, Jergenson and Hennigar. The team then came back to defeat Waterloo West 38-30 in the semifinals, with Wigans, Carpenter and McAtee securing pin points. Abbas took a 20-4 technical fall win. They finished by defeating Osage 51-23 in a dominate performance for fifth place in the bracket. Falls were scored by Pate, Johnson, Abbas, Hennigar, Carpenter and Fregoso. Jergenson took a 23-9 major decision, while Powers won by a 16-1 technical fall.

Results-Cowboys 37, Lynx 32 106-Konopasek W by forfeit 113-Oehlert L by fall to Nelson

120-Pate L by fall to Doolittle 126-Johnson W by fall in 2:58 over Auderer 132-Murga L by fall to Hartnett 138-Abbas W by fall in :34 over Godfredsen 145-Jergenson L by fall to Rohmiller 152-Hennigar W by fall in 1:36 over Hayes 160-Wigans W by fall in 1:52 over Hayes 170-Vasquez L 5-1 to Williams 182-Carpenter W by tech. fall 17-2 over Peck 195-Powers W 5-3 over Miller 220-Fregoso L 4-2 to Olson 285-McAtee L 10-4 to Cherry Cowboys 35, Wildcats 28 106-Stein L 5-2 to Myer 113-Konopasek W by fall in 2:53 over Nelson 120-Pate L by fall to Craven 126-Johnson W by fall in 3:24 over Kasperbauer 132-Murga L by fall to Torres 138-Abbas W by maj. dec. 16-7 over Busse 145-Jergenson L by maj. dec. 9-0 to Kampen 152-Hennigar W by fall in 5:59 over Naeve 160-Wigans L 7-2 to Arnold 170-Vasquez W by fall in 3:35 over Moser 182-Carpenter W by maj. dec. 12-4 over Osborn 195-Powers L 3-1 in overtime to Johnson 220-Fregoso W 4-2 in overtime over Anderson 285-McAtee L 3-1 to Jones Cowboys 54, Indians 19 106-Konopasek W by forfeit 113-Oehlert L by fall to Vick 120-Pate L by fall to Ruffridge 126-Johnson W by fall in 3:38 over Melohn 132-Murga L by maj. dec. 13-0 to Witzke 138-Ahrens W by forfeit 145-Abbas W by forfeit 152-Hennigar W 4-3 to Reis 160-Wigans W 9-5 over Reis 170-Vasquez W by forfeit 182-Carpenter W by fall in 1:04 over

Jones 195-Powers W by forfeit 220-Fregoso W 5-3 over Jepsen 285-McAtee W by fall in 3:48 over Elliott Assumption 39, Cowboys 30 106-Stein W by forfeit 113-Konopasek W by forfeit 120-Oehlert L by fall to Field 126-Johnson L 6-0 to Casey 132-Murga L by fall to Robertson 138-Abbas W by fall in 2:57 over Laubenthal 145-Jergenson W by fall in :18 over Thomas 152-Hennigar W by fall in 1:20 over Deckert 160-Wigans L by fall to Broderson 170-Vasquez L 4-3 to Timmons 182-Carpenter L 6-5 to Burke 195-Powers L 7-3 to Adrain 220-Fregoso L by fall to Broderson 285-McAtee L 6-4 to Melchert Cowboys 38, West Waterloo 30 106-Forfeit by Cowboys 113-Konopasek W 7-3 over Rodriquez 120-Pate L by fall to Guinta 126-Johnson W by forfeit 132-Murga L by fall to Knight 138-Abbas W by tech. fall 20-4 over Happel 145-Jergenson L 10-9 to Burris 152-Hennigar L 4-3 to McKnight

160-Wigans L by fall to Oliver 170-Carpenter W by fall in 2:41 over Baker 182-Vasquez L 8-2 to Meyer 195-Powers W by forfeit 220-Fregoso L 5-0 to Gerst 285-McAtee W by fall in :59 over Anderson Cowboys 51, Osage 23 106-Stein L by maj. dec. 13-0 to Jacob 113-Konopasek L 10-6 to Sullivan 120-Pate W by fall in :24 over Byrnes 126-Johnson W by fall in :51 over Blake 132-Murga L by fall to Roll 138-Abbas W by fall in 1:49 over Weigle 145-Jergenson W by maj. dec. 23-9 over Schotanus 152-Hennigar W by fall in 1:04 over Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Malley 160-Wigans L by maj. dec. 11-2 to Williams 170-Carpenter W by fall in 1:09 over Uthe 182-Vasquez L by fall to Jennings 195-Powers W by tech. fall 16-1 over Wright 220-Fregoso W by fall in 1:50 over Sledd 285-McAtee W by forfeit

Athlete of the Week Dakota Hennigar Dakota had a good week on the mat, picking up two falls and a decision on Thursday in Webster City. In Waterloo, the senior tallied up two more pin wins in three matches.

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Cheerleader of the Week Emma Konvalinka

Emma is in her third year of cheerleading for wrestling, and also cheered for football this fall. She also participates in golf and softball, and stays busy with activities that include chorus and dance team. She is an officer in the FFA Chapter, is on the Student Council and is the president of her senior class. She is the daughter of David Konvalinka and Tracey Wigans.

Photos courtesy of Lifetouch

Tanner Abbas receives congratulations from his coach Kurt Morgan and Cowboy wrestling fans after posting his 100th career win on the mat. He becomes the 18th member of the 100-win club, and will have his name engraved on the plaque permanently displayed at the high school.

He joins the first member T.J. Stumpf, and the most recent members Josh Portillo and Brady Brott from last season, among the others in the prestigious group.

Photos courtesy of Marcie Brodersen

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Athlete of the Week

Athlete of the Week

Ryan Darland

Vanessa Kolb

Ryan drained 15 points, including three buckets from long range, in the win at Clear Lake. The senior also made six assists and grabbed four rebounds.

Vanessa had two points in the game at Clear Lake, and pulled down five rebounds. The sophomore finished her stat line with two steals and an assist.

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Cowboys even their record with win over Lions Three players in double figures

By Les Houser The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows varsity boys basketball team put everything together in a high scoring win over Clear Lake 74-70 last Tuesday on the Lions home floor.

They took a 19-10 lead after one quarter and still led 36-26 at the break.

Rhett Darland led a trio of double-digit scorers for the red and black. He poured in 23 points on 7 of 11 from the field and four treys. Will Weidemann popped for 16 points and Ryan Darland added 15 points with three buckets from downtown.

Sam Urness scored eight points,

Chase Harker five points, Zack Leist three points and both Zach Martin and Derek Conlon two points each.

Leist got his mitts on 10 rebounds, six of them on the defensive side of the court. Harker finished with six boards, Urness, Martin and Weidemann all five each and both Ryan and Rhett four apiece. Conlon and Jacob O’Connor grabbed two caroms each, with Marco Duran getting one.

Urness dished the ball for seven assists, with Ryan equally unselfish in making six. Harker, Weidemann

and Leist all finished at two assists each. Rhett and Conlon went vertical for a blocked shot each.

“I was pleased with the effort,” stated head coach Brandon Lantzky.

“The boys played hard and executed very efficiently. It is always good to get a road win in our conference against a quality team. I thought our defensive effort was very good, as we forced a team that usually shoots very well into having a bad night. We took another quality step forward in the process of reaching our ultimate goal.”

Cowgirls lose to Clear Lake

By Les Houser The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows varsity girls basketball team struggled mightily on offense against a good Clear Lake squad that went to state in 2015 and almost made it again last year. That proved to be their doom in a 66-22 Lion win.

“We were outmatched, and we are not sure of our confidence right now,” stated head coach Kevin Kakacek. “We are not coming out in games with the confidence we need and it is showing. The Lions came out with a press and we panicked and did not know how to get the ball up the floor. We need to get the confidence in everything we do and play ball. We are hesitating with the ball and not attacking the defender, and when you don’t attack you are playing to not get the ball taken

away from you.”

That press he mentioned, and the resulting panic, led to a 28-6 Lion lead after one quarter. It then became 43-15 at halftime. The red and black only managed seven points the entire second half. Hannah TerHark scored six points, with Sid Magee, Chloe Johnson, Maya Jackson, Courtney Harle, Lili Swanson, Megan Askelsen, Vanessa Kolb and Mikayla Hennigar all finished at two points each. Kolb grabbed five rebounds to lead that column, with Magee and Swanson both making three each. Harle and Hennigar both handled two caroms each, with Johnson, Jackson and TerHark all getting in on one apiece.

TerHark dished the pumpkin for two assists, with Johnson and Kolb

getting credit for one each. Harle and Kolb made two steals each, while TerHark had two blocked shots and Swanson one.

“We are also not seeing the easy passes,” said Kakacek. “We are over complicating the game instead of taking what the defense gives us.

When we got the ball into a halfcourt game, I liked what w did. We just didn’t get enough chances to score. We also have to be ready to take advantage of all open shots or lay-ups. We’re not making the easy baskets like we should. Defensively, we’re playing okay. Clear Lake moves the ball really well and shoots even better. We did do a good job of being around the ball and contesting shots. We have to get better and more aggressive at boxing out.”

Vanessa Kolb drives in for a layup in a previous Sid Magee drives the ball down court to set up a game. The sophomore had two points, led the team in play. The junior scored two points, and added three rebounds with five and made two steals and an assist rebounds, versus Clear Lake. versus the Lions.

Marco Duran drives to the hoop in an earlier game this year. The senior contributed a rebound in his minutes on the court versus Clear Lake.

Rhett Darland sticks to his man in the defensive court in an earlier game. The junior scored 23 points to lead the team in a win over Clear Lake, and added four rebounds.

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Yard and Garden: Balancing Landscape Plants and Deicing Salts

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By Karen Weld **MERRY CHRISTMAS to you, your family and friends. ** Trying to get some list minute Christmas gift shopping done for the ‘hard to buy for’ person on your list? Consider Clarion Chamber gift certificates; decide to buy them and get them the same day by contacting the Chamber office - 1-515-5322256 or stop in at Mister G’s on North Main. Any denomination of your choosing. ** Note from Spirit of Giving organizers: “Thanks to area people’s generosity, we were able to provide support at Christmas to over 190 children. THANK YOU.. THANK YOU.. THANK YOU.. What an amazing community we live in..” ** As we come into the holidays, watch for changing hours and openings and closing of businesses. ** Clarion Public Library holiday hours: closed December 24, 25, 26 for Christmas. And December 31, January 1, 2 for New Years. ** Clarion Recreation Department’s TURKEY SPOTSHOT CONTEST is set for Tuesday, December 27 beginning at 1 p.m. - CGD High School gym for boys & girls, competing in ages 9 - 14 categories. Participants must complete registration forms; return to Tom Simmons at his elementary/ middle school office - 1-515-522482.

** Clarion Public Library board will host a coffee for retiring director Nancy Nail on Thursday, December 29 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Stop in at the front desk anytime during those hours and congratulate Nancy. ** Coming on Sunday, January 15, a FREE seminar “Smart Discipline for Parents” at the First United Methodist Church in Clarion from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. More details in next week’s WIRE. ** AT THE MOVIES: Showing at the Clarion Theatre “Moana”.

Shows at 7 p.m. Friday & Sunday on December 23 & 25 and Wednesday, December 28. No Sunday matinee..

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By Richard Jauron, Greg Wallace

Winter is here, and with it comes inclement, icy, snowy weather.

Many Iowans use deicing salts to rid their properties of snow and ice, and deicing trucks and snowplows also spread chemicals on roads and streets. But these chemicals can have a negative effect on landscape plants. Are there precautions to take to avoid damage?

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach horticulturists can help answer queries regarding landscape plants and deicing. To have additional questions answered, contact the ISU Hortline at 515-2943108 or hortline@iastate.edu.

Can deicing salts damage plants in the landscape?

Deicing salts can damage landscape plants when excessive amounts accumulate in the soil. The most serious damage typically occurs near major streets and highways where salt from run-off accumulates in the nearby soil. Excessive use of salt by homeowners also can create problems. Trees, shrubs, perennials and turfgrasses are susceptible to salt damage. Additionally, spray from passing vehicles can damage roadside plants, particularly evergreens.

Salts affect plant growth in several ways. When high levels of

salt are present in the soil, plants are unable to absorb sufficient amounts of water even though soil moisture is plentiful. Plants suffer a salt-induced water shortage termed “physiological drought.” High levels of salt restrict the uptake of essential nutrients by plant roots. Excessive amounts of sodium and chloride ions in plant tissue are toxic to many plants. Soil structure is damaged by high levels of sodium. Salt deposited directly on plant foliage can cause dehydration of plant tissue.

What are the symptoms of salt injury to landscape plants?

The symptoms of salt injury to deciduous trees and shrubs include stunted growth, marginal leaf scorch, early fall coloration and twig dieback. Accumulation of salt in the soil over several years may result in the progressive decline and eventual death of plants.

Salt damage to evergreens results in yellowing or browning of needles and twig dieback.

Evergreens near heavily salted roadways are often damaged by salt spray. Spray damage is most severe on the side of the plant nearest the street or highway.

The severity of plant damage depends upon the type of salt and other factors. Calcium chloride,

Livestock Prices Stabilizing after Rollercoaster Rise and Fall ISU Extension and Outreach resources are available to help manage farm finances

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Spectacular Christmas Light Show

There is a great Christmas light show north of Dows on Washington Ave. just south of Rowan worth the drive to see.

Christmas coloring contest at the Dows Library Win a free ice cream cone, if your entry is picked as the winner.

Stop in and pick up your coloring page and return to the library by the 21st.

Kughn Corner

This series of short stories were it up”. So Joe and the Oleson first written by Alice Kughn Paullus, boys put up the first steel bridge in and published in the Dows Advocate, our part of the woods. The bridge There will be a movie on circa 1976. The stories were more company was so proud of the job, December 23rd at 2 p.m. and the recently found by Arthurine Haupt, they had the County Supervisor’s winners will be announced then. from some of her aunt, Dorothy name put clear over the top of the Showing - The Year Without a Santa LaFave’s papers. bridge in steel letters. And the name Claus.

Joe Kuhn got his horses de1ivered should be there yet. Al Schager took to Mr. Gibbons in the late fall .A a picture of it. farmer out on the prairies between After they got to building bridges Otisville and Williams. Joe stayed then, they decided, something should the winter with the Gibbons family. be done about our roads. They were In the spring a man by the name terrible in the 1ow p1aces. They of Caddy Tutin came to the Gibbons wou1d throw 1oads and loads of farm and hired Joe to drive his green-willow branches in--it was stagecoach. Joe’s taking this job as rough getting through the 1ow spots, stagecoach driver was the start of so the idea came to use scrapers to Joe’s life on Joe Kuhn’s Corner. He bring a road up to grade. That made lived on the corner for eighty-three a fine road, but took so long. Then an years and that is why the corner is invention came out; a huge piece of still called “Joe Kuhn’s Corner”. machinery called a road excavator. It Joe was always a busy man. He was terribly heavy and took many, was a stagecoach driver for awhile, many horses to pu1l it, but it did the then a pony express rider as far as job. It was pulled along the ditch Billings, Montana, then the railroad by many, many horses and it would came. When the Rock Island RR was plow and throw the dirt to the center being bui1t through Dows, Joe Kuhn where you wanted the road. It was and his force of men and horses put quick road making with this new in long, hard days of work putting in excavator. Joe had to keep between grades to suit the railroad company.

200 and 250 horses and mules to The Oleson boys from Norwegian keep his road making going, He kept Hill east of Dows were in the gang horses in the country on farms in the of men helping in Joe’s outfit. winter to rest them up for the work Then Joe got a threshing machine the next summer, and again the Oleson boys from the It was the horses shoulder he was Norwegian Hills stepped in with always watching. He kept 12 teams harvest . They got a well-digger, of horses in town There was always followed by a house moving. All winter work to be done, hauling hay this took horse power and man. and grain and such chores for the It seemed it was always something genera1 care of the horses. They for the betterment of everything. used the horses when it came to iceThey forded rivers in those early making time for the creamery and days. Then Joe got his head in the meat markets who had their own ice 4 p.m. game of building wooden bridges . houses. There were dredging ditch • JV/Var wrestling at Algona, One summer when R. E. Train was outfits to be moved and it seemed 6:30 p.m. supervisor; he had a steel bridge they use the horses all winter 1ong.

• 9th grade basketball at Eagle brought to the Iowa River, east of Grove, 6:30 p.m. the creamery in Dows. The man Friday, Jan. 6 who came from Des Moines, went • JV/Var basketball at Humout to put this steel bridge up. This boldt, 3:45 p.m. man could not figure i t out, so R. E. Saturday, Jan. 7 Train came to Joe and, took him to • JV wrestling at Ogden, 9 the pile of steel to 1ook it over. Joe a.m. said, “With help of the Oleson Boys • Wrestling at Ames, 10 a.m. of the Norwegian Hil1s, we can put Monday, Jan. 9 • 9th grade basketball at Clarion, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 10 • JV/Var basketball at Clarion, Processing team members work in a modern, 3:45 p.m.

Dows Community Calendar Wednesday, Dec. 21 • Preschool story time, ages 3-5, at the Dows Library, 9:1510 a.m. Contact the library with questions.

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The rainbow bell choir is ready to start learning a new song. Photo by Kim Demory

Reverend Sara Sutter shows the kids the color chart for the new song they will be practicing for their Christmas performance - “Joy to the World.” Photo by Kim Demory

Goldfield youth enjoy ringing in the season

By Kim Demory egeagle@goldfieldaccess.net There’s a new sound of the season in Goldfield this Christmas a youth rainbow hand bell choir.

We’ve all heard that “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings,” but in this small town, every time a bell rings, you know the children are having fun. It all began when Reverend Sara Sutter came to serve the United Presbyterian Church in Goldfield back in July. While going through some of the storage areas, she discovered a set of rainbow bells.

As the former Christian Education Director at Cherokee, Sutter had used such a set of bells and familiar with how they were used. The idea is that your music is color-coded, and when a note appears in that color on the music, that’s when you ring your bell. There’s no music reading ability needed.

Sutter’s first thought was to form an adult community church bell choir, but quickly rationed that it was too hard to get something like that organized. Instead, she decided it would be more realistic to form a youth bell choir, encouraging the kids who came to the church on Wednesday reading days with Page 16

Renee Evja from the Eagle Grove Memorial Library to give it a try.

They eagerly agreed, and to Sutter’s pleasure, were able to recognizably play “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.”

Those who came for story time went home with a story of their own to tell about something new they had discovered.

The kids quickly caught on to playing the rainbow bells and Sutter encouraged them to play for others to enjoy at the community Thanksgiving service held in Clarion. They agreed, and those who could make it performed “Jesus Loves Me.” “It doesn’t involve much musical talent, but it’s good for them to work together,” said Sutter. “The bell choir is such a good metaphor for the church - you need everyone, but there is also a need to rest and let someone else have a turn. The same can be said for volunteering in the church.”

“I love to be in the bell choir because we all work together to make the song,” said Carly Jones.

The rainbow bell choir (with kids currently second through fifth

grade) usually practices during Story time Wednesdays at the United Presbyterian Church in Goldfield, including all those who show up after school around 4 p.m. The kids undeniably love it, as excitement fills the air when they walk in and see them lying out.

“I love the bells. I love to make noise,” said Miranda Roosa, patiently waiting to pick her bell color to play.

According to Sutter, Tom Stevenson’s mother’s memorial fund money was used to purchase the bells.

“They were super excited the bells were found and are being used again,” Sutter said. “Our goal is to go ‘on the road’ after the holidays to perform in places like nursing and retirement homes...and we’re hoping to add boomwackers in January.”

Right now, the group is only playing the main melody, but on Nov. 30 they did work on adding a couple chord notes.

“I’m sure we can add some new tricks soon,” Sutter said, enthused about the progress they are making.

“The trick is to practice enough that

they are comfortable, but not too much that it takes away from the novelty. I tell them they sound better when they smile.”

They gave their Christmas performance in church during their Christmas program on Sunday, Dec. 18.

“The look on their faces while they’re playing is priceless,” said

Sutter.

The rainbow bell choir is open to any interested youth. Performances are “as able.”

Current members include: April Viruete, Hannah Lopez, Kersin Delatorre, Mackenzie Kiefer, Ava Lewis, James Lopez, McKayla Johnson, Taylor Johnson, Gizelle Perez, Karly Kerch, Carly Jones,

Miranda Roosa, and Issac Stevenson.

“I love to be in the bell choir because I love music,” said Karly Kerch.

All of the kids agree that playing the bells has made them want to learn how to play another musical instrument. Who knows what type of group they might all form some day.

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Ritters donate “Noah’s Refuge” to Wright County Conservation Kacey Ginn, editor wrightcomonitor@gmail.com Due to the generosity of Robert and Judy Ritter, Dows, Wright County Conservation has taken custody of a parcel of land that could benefit local wildlife and water quality for years to come.

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Both the Ritters grew up in the Dows area and graduated from Dows High School. They’ve owned the farm on which the donated land is located for 20 years. The site sits about one mile from their home.

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The Conservation department hopes that ducks, great blue herons, and other waterfowl will use the site. Deer have also been seen there. The area will be suitable for hunting and recreation.

Ritter was glad that the land will be able to provide wildlife habitat and also contribute to water quality once the marsh is established, due to the natural process of denitrification that takes place in wet ground. “Judy and I thought it was our duty to step up,” Ritter said. “We just wanted to give back some.”

Rector also said that small marshes like this could be a key to removing nitrogen and improving water quality. “Hopefully it will be a cornerstone for the future of conservation in Wright County,” he said.

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found a suitable program for the land. “Twenty years ago, everything was different in conservation,” he said.

The acres cover a low, soggy basin, though some of the ground is farmable. Future plans include deepening the wet spot, establishing emergent vegetation, and planting native flowers and grasses on the high ground to make an attractive habitat for pheasants and waterfowl—“Return it back to what it was,” said Eric Rector with Wright County Conservation.

According to Rector, out of 349,000 acres in Wright County, 330,000 are farmed, which means when you consider the area taken up by roads and ditches, there’s not a lot of land that’s suitable for wildlife.

“Any habitat in Wright County is good,” he said.

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