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Ridge View FFA Oﬀicer Spotlight Page 6

Ida Grove Library introduces New Program Page 8

2016 Headlines Part Two Page 10

Christmas Eve accident claims life Page 12

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Supervisors approve salary increases for county oﬀ icials

The Ida County Board of Supervisors reduced the compensation board’s recommendation by 1 percent during the Dec. 29 meeting. Supervisor Curt Phillips was not present. Discussion was held on Ida County Compensation Board’s recommendation of increasing elected of icial’s pay by 6 percent. During the discussion, the supervisors discussed the need to get in line with other counties in regards to wages. “We are still behind,” noted supervisor Rhett Leonard. “I’m personally not comfortable with 6 percent.” Outgoing supervisor Bob Paulsrud agreed, “Five percent is pretty good. But, maybe the supervisors should take a 3 percent, with the rest of them taking 6 percent. That would be more palatable with the public.” Paulsrud continued, “We as supervisors don’t do as much as we used to. We don’t have to handle a land ill, no public health, no mental health, no DHS. Our duties have come down quite a lot.” But Leonard disagreed, “We may have less because of those, but we have more meetings to go to. And, we need to make sure we push for the focus on those committees to which we are assigned.” Following the brief discussion, Leonard made the motion for a 5 percent increase for elected of icials for budgetary purposes. Paulsrud seconded the motion and both voted aye. The board approved Brandi Reiss for dispatcher/jailer at $16 per hour effective Dec. 19 and Lena Hawthorne as jailer/dispather at $16.44 per hour, effective Jan. 1.

Also approved were the AFSCME/Iowa Council 61 public safety contract, certi icate of cost allocation plan (reimbursement from DHS for their of ice at the courthouse), 2017 wellness agreement with ISAC and coverage through the Hoffman Agency for computer and terrorism at a cost of $2,297 per year. Discussion was held on the self-funding plan the county currently operates. With an increase in health insurance rates, the county has the option to increase the premium, decrease self-funding or leave the plans alone and absorb the cost of the increases. The board determined the county would absorb the cost of the increase and not increase premiums for the employees. This decision does not affect county employees’ costs. The medical examiner twoyear term for Curt Hesse was approved. Jeff Williams, Ida County engineer, was present to discuss a tile road application. The board approved a tile road crossing application for Jeff Jochims in Section 6 of Galva Township upstream and for Dan Doxtad, Section 5 of Galva Township downstream. Williams also discussed the irst major snowfall and the completion of the wind tower project. Ed Sohm, Ida County Emergency Management Coordinator, was present to discuss a master matrix evaluation. The board approved the matrix submitted by Wally and Chad Burk in Section 15 of Grant Township. The Burks plan to redesign the inside of their hog unit (continued on page 2)

Snow sculpture: The Gebel family in Ida Grove made good use of the snow that came down Friday by sculpting a caterpillar in their front yard. They used food dye to color the snow. Helping with the project were, from left, William, Kip, Eli and Braden Gebel. (Courier photo by Amy Forbes)

Schnuckels among Diocesan Pilgrims who join communion of singers in Rome not around for selfies with the choir members, the shepherd of the Catholic Church was a stone’s throw away several times from the 21 pilgrims who traveled, Nov. 14-21, to Rome. The unusual aspect of the travelers was how many were related to each other. The singers included myself and my son, Alex Fox of Sioux City. Mary Jane Hochderffer of Jefferson, S.D., was accompanied by her daughter, Theresa. Kristine Danner and son, Michael, of McCook Lake, S.D., were among the travelers. Stacey Schnuckel of Odebolt and her brother, Tyler Schnuckel, and his wife, Amanda Schnuckel of Holstein, were on the trip. Finally, Chrissy Martinez of South

Sioux City, Neb., and her mother, Teri Rosendahl of Spring Grove, Minn., rounded-out the “related” singers. Add two pilgrims, Bonnie Morarend of Dubuque and her brother, Jerry Balk of Guttenberg, Iowa – who are Rosendahl’s first cousins – and it was quite the family outing. If it’s Wednesday in Rome, that means it is general audience day in St. Peter’s Square. Getting the pilgrims to the square early allowed those of us with the “ticket” to get through security and be positioned eight rows from the route of the popemobile. When Pope Francis appeared, the joy exploded. He waved, kissed babies, anointed a woman (continued on page 3)

ISI promotes employment program with area businesses

Reprinted with permission from author Joanne Fox of the Catholic Globe. The Cathedral of the Epiphany choir may, or may not, be an integral aspect of a central belief in the Nicene Creed, but they certainly were blessed to sing for two historic, pontifical ceremonies. That was the perception of Rachael Wragge of Sioux City, one of the 19 vocalists and a member of a 300-plus choir raising their voices in song for the Mass celebrated by Pope Francis for the close of the Jubilee Year of Mercy on Nov. 20, as well as the Consistory of Cardinals on Nov. 19. Although the Holy Father was

Ida Services Inc. (ISI) is a community support program for those living with disabilities. It offers support for those living with disabilities with housing, employment and much more. However, in an ever-changing world, those services are being redefined. Those who live with disabilities are able to become more independent with assistance in a countywide project that allows them to work outside of the sheltered work environment they’ve been accustomed to for the last few decades. Renee Blum, employment development manager, has been assisting ISI in helping clients gain employment out in the community through assessments and employment services. She works with ISI and other regional centers, including the Howard Center based in Sac City. “Supportive employment has been in place since 1976, but there was a place and time, in the 1980s, when the decision

Visit to Rome: Nineteen vocalists from the Siouxland area made a trip to Rome as part of a 300-plus member choir that performed for Pope Francis for the close of the Jubilee Year of Mercy on Nov. 20. Three local members were invited to the once-in-a-lifetime event. From left, identity not available, Amanda Schnuckel of Holstein, Stacey Schnuckel of Odebolt and Tyler Schnuckel of Holstein. (Photo submitted)

was made to create three needs for those who live with a disability. It needed to be support out in the community; paid jobs, at or above minimum wage and it had to be long term,” said Blum. “But, as with most government programs, funding was cut and the program didn’t really become the centerpiece of caring for those with disabilities. And, the sheltered environment became the norm. “Days in the sheltered environment are coming to an end. We are helping to bring them into the community, into jobs that help them feel more like productive citizens,” Blum stated. “We spend a lot of time prior to job placement taking assessments and finding out what the client likes to do, dislikes and what skills they have or would like to learn,” Blum said. “Just like you and me, we have preferences. Some prefer to work in housekeeping, while others (continued on page 3)

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(continued from front page) to it additional heads. The unit currently holds 1,600 pigs and will increase to 1,760 pigs. The board also discussed adding additional Frontier services as back up for the county internet and phone lines in case Long Lines services are interrupted. The agreement includes an additional $20 per month, which is a promotional rate for one year. The board will reevaluate the services

if the rate increases next year. Discussion was held with Creston Schubert and Ray Drey, newly elected county supervisors, who were present at the meeting, on committee assignments. Final assignments were approved at the meeting on Jan. 3. The board acknowledged manure management plans from Chester Finisher Farm/H&R Partnership and GN2/ Maschhoff Environmental.

BC-IG addition: When BC-IG Elementary students returned from Christmas break Jan. 3, the new addition to the elementary building was ready for use. The new addition includes a new gym, at left, for physical education; at middle left, the hallway leading to the gym and three new kindergarten/Key classrooms; below is the concession stand area outside the gym; at lower left, a new set of lockers for students and at bottom, one of the new classrooms.

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(continued from front page) in a hospital bed and let kids ride with him. His remarks on the Year of Mercy were in Italian, but were condensed into other languages, truly reflecting the universality of the church. Joanne Nguyen of Sioux City felt both privileged and humbled to be present in the square. “Rome is a place to eat, relax and pray, plus sing, which is, of course, praying,” she said. “I think this moment resonated with me the most.” Later in the day, pilgrims processed through St. Peter’s Square and walked through the Holy Door, guided by Kara Bentz, assistant director of youth and young adult ministry for the Diocese of Sioux City. Later, the choir made its way to St. Ignatius of Loyola Church, singing two songs during Mass, directed by Matthew Geerings, director of sacred music at Cathedral of the Epiphany. The trek included visiting Ancient Rome: the Seven Hills, the Roman Forum and, the most famous of all amphitheaters, the Colosseum. Buying souvenirs was a large part of this trip. Even the two non-Catholics bought Catholic items. Erin Nelson purchased a medal of the Im Immaculate Conception and Rick k Arnold acquired several rosa ari rosaries. Th he only rehearsal for the The two p pontifical events took place at Sant’ Sa Andrea della Valle Chu rc Msgr. Maestro Massimo Church. Palo om Palombella, director of the Sisti in Chapel Choir, explained Sistine how w tthis was the first time in the hist history of the basilica that a choir from the United States would be singing with the Sistine Chapel Choir. If you have ever experienced crowds at Disneyland, the World Series or the Super Bowl, you have a sense of what it was like getting ready to sing at the Vatican. We queued-up by the entrance to the basilica and, after almost an hour and a half, security allowed the singers through. Once in, we took our seats right behind the altar. The Sistine Chapel Choir was to our left and they sang first. Then, it was the turn of the vocalists to perform Pilgrims’ Hymn, which resounded in the phenomenal acoustics of the church.

The consistory of cardinals – it was not a Mass – ended a bit after noon. Pope Francis could be seen on the other side of the altar, but did not come over to chat with us, as we had hoped. The two-hour Mass to conclude the Holy Year the next day meant getting on the bus at 5:30 a.m. and going through security again. We were about 50 feet from the altar which would have put us in close proximity to the Holy Father, had Pope Francis celebrated Mass there. The Mass was moved outdoors, while the singers, the Sistine Chapel Choir and instrumentalists were indoors. Geerlings, who this goround was a singer rather than a director, appreciated this different role. “We Americans tend to have a narrow focus of church music,” he said of the Gregorian Chant that was the basis for the music. “I think this opportunity broadened everyone’s perspective of church music, mine included.” Following the Mass, cellphones and cameras came out to capture the experience. Jason Swedlund, director of music and coordinator of liturgy for Holy Trinity Parish, Webster County, appreciated the opportunity. “It was a joy to see Cardinal Daniel DiNardo (former ordinary of the diocese) and to meet Msgr. Palombella,” he said. “The highlight for me had to be meeting and getting a picture of Archbishop George Ganswein, prefect of the papal household and personal secretary to Pope Benedict and Pope Francis.” Picture-taking delayed the choir exiting the church, which turned out to be a blessing. The popemobile weaved its way through the crowd of 70,000. After a while, it headed toward the basilica, positioning most of us within 10 feet of the pope – ideal for up-close pictures and video. Wragge characterized the trip as “amazing.” “Think of the thousands who have been in St. Peter’s Basilica over the years,” said the Sioux City Bishop Heelan Catholic High School Choirs’ co-director. “To realize we sang there puts us into a communion of singers, somewhat like the communion of saints.”

Book donation: The Silver Creek United Methodist Church gave a book to every kindergarten through second grade student (146 books) at the BC-IG Elementary School Dec. 22. These gifts are in conjunction with the Iowa United Methodist Church challenge,“Change a Child’s Story-Give Books. Give Time.” In front are students representing each grade level receiving the books. In back, from left, are Kyle Bennett of Silver Creek United Methodist Church; Alan Henderson, BC-IG Elementary principal and Laurie Jones, Silver Creek United Methodist Church mission coordinator. (Courier photo by Mike Thornhill)

more about — (continued from front page) would like to work in a manufacturing setting.” The program allows clients to job shadow at local employers around Ida County. Employment support professionals that are employees of ISI go along with the client to the place of employment to help the client first see if the job is a fit. “This program isn’t just about sticking people into jobs. We look at the clients’ needs along with their likes and dislikes. They are just like us. There are some jobs that we couldn’t stand to be at. So, by working with employers we can look at what they have open and work with the clients by allowing them to job shadow for a few hours during the week at no cost to the employer. “We offer the employer 12 hours of ‘free’ labor. The client comes to work, learns the area, meets coworkers and really is a test run to see if this is something they would enjoy and excel

. . . ISI promotes employment program at. Sometimes, it doesn’t work out, and sometimes the match fits perfectly and the client is hired with the employer on either a part-time or full-time basis,” Blum explained. “Local businesses have been very inviting to this program. Especially in Holstein. They have been so good to us. We hope to further expand into more businesses, especially in Ida Grove,” said Blum. Currently, there are five individuals working in Ida County in positions either with part-time or full-time hours. There are 15 more currently in the process of taking work readiness assessments that could help place them into positions around the county that best matches their skills and likes/ dislikes. “Right now, I’m working on meeting more with local businesses, as I see them as clients as well. They have needs to fulfill, and we have the clients

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MidAmerican Energy completes Wind X Project With the completion of the Ida Grove wind farm in Ida County and the O’Brien wind farm in O’Brien County, MidAmerican Energy Company wrapped up work on two major projects adding 551 megawatts of wind generation capacity for customers. “We are proud to do business in a state that leads the nation in the percentage of energy generated from wind,” said Michael Fehr, vice president, resource development for MidAmerican Energy. “Wind is a key element of our balanced approach to energy generation because it’s a renewable and clean source of energy.” Work on the Wind X project began in spring 2016 and the turbines were commissioned in early December. The turbines are fully operational and delivering energy to customers, including electricity generated from clean energy produced right here in Iowa, using an abundant resource that has no fuel costs associated with it. MidAmerican Energy customers have some of the lowest electricity prices in the U.S., according to information released in June 2016 by the Edison Electric Institute. The national average retail price for electricity is 10.68 cents/kWh. MidAmerican Energy’s average retail price is 6.78 cents/kWh – nearly 37 percent lower than the rest of the country. The Ida Grove project is the irst wind farm built in Ida County,

while the O’Brien wind project is the second major development for MidAmerican Energy in O’Brien County. The Wind X project will provide more than $115 million in landowner payments each year and more than $160 million in property tax revenues over the next 30 years. Wind X was built at no net cost to the company’s customers and will help stabilize electric rates over the long term. It also demonstrates MidAmerican Energy’s commitment to lessening the environmental impact of its operations. There are 134 turbines at the Ida Grove wind project that will add 301 megawatts of generation capacity and 104 turbines were built at the O’Brien wind project for 250 megawatts of generation capacity. MidAmerican Energy’s wind projects foster economic development and support local communities in Iowa. To date, MidAmerican Energy has paid nearly $65 million in Iowa property taxes – funds distributed to local schools and public improvements – and more than $69 million in payment to Iowa landowners. MidAmerican Energy has wind farms in operation or under construction in 23 Iowa counties. The company has partnered with more than 2,400 Iowa landowners. At the end of 2016, MidAmerican Energy’s wind assets in Iowa will include more than 2,020 turbines.

ISI work program: Jed Carroll, one of the participants in the work program through Ida Services Inc., is currently working at the new Holstein Travel Center in Holstein. He was just hired for the position in December. (Photo submitted)

Pork, beef producers’ banquet The joint Ida County Pork Producers and Ida County Cattlemen’s Association banquet is Saturday, Jan. 14 at Veterans’ Memorial Hall in Holstein. The social hour runs from 5:30

to 6:30 p.m. The prime rib dinner will be served starting at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $25 per person. Tickets are available from any board member.

to help fulfill those needs. It may not be originally how they saw the job being filled, but, if we can work together, both parties benefit from the program,” Blum continued. As with any program, there are hurdles and successes. “Right now, the biggest hurdle with the program is transportation. Most clients don’t have access to transportation. Holstein has the taxi service, but it only runs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. So, if a client works on a Saturday, they are responsible for finding a ride to and from work. We are hoping to find ways to improve this hurdle. “Another hurdle is employment. We need reliable staff members who are able to have flexible schedules to assist the clients in the job-shadowing program. Our program is successful because we have dedicated team members. But, we are always looking for more of those types of people who can continue to make this program successful,” noted Blum. Success stories are beginning to shine throughout the county. Mikkal Kelley, a client through ISI, began a job-shadow at Boulders Inn & Suites in Holstein. She’s been employed with the company now for seven months in the housekeeping department. Jed Carroll is another who recently completed job placement assessments and did a job-shadow at the Travel Center in Holstein. He was recently hired in December as an employee of the travel center. These stories are just the beginning of a successful partnership between ISI and community employers. And, with this program, it’s not just about getting a job. When clients are able to do things they were never able to do before, they feel more successful, more fulfilled and, at the end of the day, are living happier lives. Another success story is with a young woman named Christina Kass. (The following few paragraphs are excerpts from a press release from the Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services.) Kass was referred to Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services by her team because she had many skills to become employed in the community. She had been attending a segregated work set-

ting for many years. With the support of her team, she was able to work and save money to purchase her first vehicle. It was in her last community assessment, where she expressed interest in applying for the position. She was offered the position at Good Samaritan Society-Holstein and has been successfully employed in the dietary department. She now works three to five days a week, roughly 20 hours total, and lives independently in the community, with a great support team. Christina is a great example of an individual who did not give up on her dreams and found the right supports to assist her. This was not an overnight success, but Christina’s willingness to keep going and the collaboration between many partners has made this dream a reality for her. Blum ended with this final statement, “We need to give people options. I’ve worked with clients here at ISI on the job assessments. And, in one case, an older gentleman went through the assessments, but he felt like he was done. He wanted to retire. But, we were able to give him options when, in the past, there were none. “And, when I hear comments saying that those with disabilities enjoy the sheltered workshop environment, we are strong to note that not everyone is happy with that environment. Yes, there may be some that are, but how does one really know unless the clients are given options outside the sheltered work environment?” “With the year and a half we’ve been working on this, we may not have a record number of clients who are employed. But, we have had clients who have had a lot of chances. And, that’s what we thrive to see. We want them to have an option to work out in the community, doing something they are talented at or enjoy doing,” Blum said. ISI is branching out with the employment services to not just those with disabilities, but to those in the community who need assistance finding work. That may include low-income families, individuals with select mental health concerns and much more. This new branch is called “Ida Works.” This program is newly created and as it grows more details will be released.

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Out of the Past Forty years ago Mr. and Mrs. Harold Godbersen, Ida Grove, have given another $25,000 to the Ida Grove community library, bringing their total donations to the new library to $125,000. The library, now under construction by United Builders, is expected to be completed next summer or fall. Ida County’s board of supervisors can start the new year with a clean slate on the courthouse issue. The county’s request for $704,200 in federal funds to help build a new courthouse has been turned down. The supervisors received notice on Jan. 3 from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development administration, saying the county’s proposal had been denied. Thirty years ago Ida County’s public safety budget for the 1987-88 iscal year will remain the same as last year’s, with the exception of slight increases in insurance. Sheriff Don Gebers presented his budget

during the Ida County Public Safety and Communications Commission meeting Tuesday night in Galva. The proposed budget stands at $459,836, up $1,860 from the current re-estimated budget of $457,976. The only increase is under the employer’s group insurance and medical insurance. Tim and Diane Helget of Holstein are the parents of the irst baby born at Horn Memorial Hospital in Ida Grove this year. Kayla Marie was born Sunday, Jan. 4, at 10:21 a.m. and joins brother Lucas, 19 months, at home. Twenty years ago Private employment in Ida County increased from 3,460 jobs in 1990 to 3,811 jobs in 1994, according to a report recently issued by the Department of Commerce. This would indicate that the number of local jobs provided by the private sector had increased by 10.1 percent over the period. Western Iowa Tech Community College, Battle Creek-Ida Grove,

Galva-Holstein and OdeboltArthur High Schools have joined together to offer a basic automotive course for students of the three high schools. Fortyfour students are enrolled in the course taught by Mike Euchner of Holstein. Euchner began his stint as course instructor in early November. Ten years ago Four new Ida County elected of icials were sworn in during the Ida County Board of Supervisors’ irst of icial meeting. Ida County Supervisor Bob Paulsrud swore in Supervisor Allen Hilker, Attorney Kristal Phillips, Recorder Colleen Gries and Treasurer Kay Cork. In the center of Battle Creek, Annie Laurie Park now has a new marker. The Women’s Club members found a large rock from the gravel pit west of Battle Creek, and Steve Schau donated the rock to the city for marking the park. The Women’s Club also purchased plants to adorn either side of the rock.

by Chelsea Gross Recreation director Lose, Learn and be Lean Phase 2 begins on Jan. 5. There will be a maintenance division and a weight loss division this time. Forms are available at the rec center. The ifth annual Ironman Triathlon Challenge began Jan. 2. You have six weeks to complete an ironman challenge. Mark your calendars for the next painting party, which will be held on Thursday, Jan. 12. All itness classes are offered with a paid membership. Yoga is held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Danielle Bennett is the instructor. Step aerobics are held Mondays and Wednesdays at 8 a.m. and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. Tabitha Bockelman is the instructor. No

by Libby Bagenstos Recreation director January weight loss challenge: Our eight week team weight loss challenge began Jan. 4 and runs through Feb. 22. Monday cards: Join us every Monday from 1-3 p.m. to play euchre and 500. Prizes and a light snack are provided. Members play for free and non-members will be charged the daily admission fee. Facility fund-raiser: If you have empty pop cans you’d like to donate to a good cause, you can drop them off at Lohff-Schumann anytime. Money collected will be put towards new equipment. Birthday parties: Let LohffSchumann make your child’s birthday party a hit. The fee

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Ridge View band: The Ridge View High School band opened the high school concert Dec. 19 at the Rosemary Clausen Center for Performing Arts in Holstein. The band performed four numbers, including the popular “Christmas Sing-A-Long” where the audience is invited to sing while the band performs popular Christmas carols. The band is under the direction of Tom Musel. The high school concert and select choirs also performed during the concert. (Courier photo by Bethany Jones)

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classes the week of Jan. 23. Water aerobics are held Thursdays at 8:45 a.m. Bockelman is the instructor. No water aerobics class on Jan. 26. Toning class is MondayThursday at 5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays are HIIT/Tabata at 5:30 p.m. Jen Conover is the instructor. AM Mix is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 a.m. Conover is the instructor. Zumba/Pound/Tabata are held Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 a.m. Christi Ladwig is the instructor. Spinning classes are held every Friday at 5:30 a.m. Lauri Hummelgard is the instructor. Rec center hours: 5 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.– 6 p.m. Saturday and 1–8 p.m. Sunday.

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Trever Ryen update by Doug Clough One of the greatest pleasures of column writing for the Courier is getting to know the people I feature. I’m prone to year-end re lection as much as the next person, and it’s hard to believe it’s been over ive years since I wrote about Iowa State University (ISU) standout Trever Ryen. Ryen was a sophomore at O-A/BC-IG at the time. He was a staple at the rec center, a 16-year-old gym rat. His work ethic, which aided him on the football ield and on the track, was second to none. And, now, ive years later, ISU junior Ryen is one of 14 members of the team named to the 2016 AllBig 12 Conference–his being irst team recognition. When Ryen and I sat down at Ida Grove’s rec center in 2011, studies were on the list of his challenges. Ryen credited his then girlfriend, Ballie Kies, for helping him to stay focused in the classroom. Kies, now an ISU graduate with a BA in dietetics, and Ryen who is slated to graduate this upcoming spring with a BA in kinesiology, are engaged to be married in 2018. “I help him study if he asks,” said Kies, “but he’s self-motivated. I couldn’t get him that 3.0 grade point average; he had to do that on his own. I don’t need to nag.” During Ryen’s sophomore year at ISU, he earned a fullride scholarship after just three games as a walk-on. “I was on the phone with my folks, telling them that I needed to secure a loan for school,” stated Ryen. “The next day, we were in a team meeting when Coach Rhodes announced

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that a walk-on was going to get a scholarship. All I could think about was all the walk-ons that worked hard and deserved it. I was blown away when he told our team I was the one.” Ryen has taken full advantage of this blessing. “As a walk-on, when you are recognized for hard work and performance,” stated Ryen, “you want to continue exceeding expectations. I’ve got a lot of work to do.” And work he has. Ryen is one of only eight players in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) to score a touchdown by rush, catch and punt return. He also had an 81-yard punt return for a touchdown, the 10th longest punt return in school history. On the academic side, his grade point average has led to his acceptance into ISU’s master’s program, focusing on youth development. It is an appropriate focus for Ryen, who developed his own youth by connecting with quality people like Holstein’s Jamie Whitmer and college players who lived the struggle he wanted to embrace. These days, Ryen is being approached by high school kids looking for advice. “They will reach out to me on Facebook or Instagram,” said Ryen. “If someone takes the time to connect with me, I will respond. I put on a pair of shoes like everyone else.” Ryen will begin his master’s program in the fall of 2017, which will be his inal year to play with the Cyclones. If all of this seems like the stuff dreams are made of – and Ryen admits that it is – the 22-yearold is still met with an occasional setback. After the irst six games

of this past season, Ryen was the nation’s punt return leader averaging 22.3 yards on seven returns; four of the returns were at least 25 yards with a long of 55. “At Oklahoma State, I got hit both top and bottom and my ankle was injured,” said Ryen, showing me the footage on his smart phone. “I was out for the game and was only able to take one snap at Texas.” Ryen’s curious nature has helped him through recovery and preparation for next year. He handpicks books on nutrition, health and recovery, reading during his free time. And, with indoor track – his second collegiate sport – beginning, Ryen’s free time is at a minimum. He also embraces learning from other high-performing players. “Our wide receiver coach and I watch a lot of ilm of slot receivers. I’m studying Dallas Cowboys’ Cole Beasley and Washington Redskins’ Desean Jackson. Coach designs drills for me that help me to improve.” Our December lunch, like all good things, was near its end, and I asked him what he believes we’ll talk about when we get together in 2021. “I guess how blessed I’ve been,” stated Ryen. “My master’s will be done then. I will have stayed healthy. I’ll have worked through some ups and downs like always. I’ll be continually thankful for my parents’ support; I credit them for my successes in both football and track. “The NFL scouts show up for Pro Day every spring. I’ve learned to not count myself out of anything in life – giving up is way harder than giving all I’ve got.”

Gingerbread houses: Galva-Holstein fourth grade students invited friends and family to join them on Dec. 20 to design and create gingerbread houses. (Photo submitted)

Sole 2 Soul 125 South Main St. in Galva 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily 712-282-4426 www.Sole2SoulGalva.com Freezer meal workshop: Lauri Hummelgard’s next Tastefully Simple freezer meal workshop will be held at The Meeting Place on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. Participants will enjoy snacks together while setting up and will be preparing 10 meals. Sign up and prepay for seasonings by Jan. 14 by calling 282-4426. Snowstorm date is Feb. 2. Step aerobics/yoga: Sole 2 Soul’s next six-week session of step aerobics, circuits and yoga began Jan. 2 and runs through Feb. 6. These 60-minute combo classes are taught by AFAA certified trainer Barb Gebers. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Call 282-4426 to register. Zumba clothing: Sole 2 Soul has a limited supply of brand new Zumba brand clothing for sale. If you are interested, call 282-4426

to set up a time to view and try on clothing this month. Shaping Souls: Javier Tuel will team up with Sole 2 Soul to offer a seven-week program called “Shaping Souls” on Friday, Jan. 6, at The Meeting Place. The Shaping Souls program will consist of daily live-streamed workouts, nutritional guidance, exercise tips and weekly motivational talks. Wine making class: Susan Dierson will be teaching a wine making 101 class at The Meeting Place on Thursday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m. for individuals age 21 and older. Creative Spirits paint-bynumber: Creative Spirits will be hosting a paint-by-number “Paint Who You Love” class at The Meeting Place on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m. If you always wanted to learn how to paint, but can’t draw a stick person, this class is something to consider. Quilting class: Donna Bremer’s next four-week quilting class

will begin on Thursday, March 2. Bremer will teach a spring or Easter themed quilting project. Sign up will begin in January. Matilda Jane clothing boutique: HGTV Fixer Upper celebrity designer Joanna Gaines’ collection of children’s and women’s clothing, Matilda Jane, will be featured at a trunk show at The Meeting Place Saturday, March 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Marilyn Koth spring watercolor class: Marilyn Koth’s spring watercolor painting class will be held at The Meeting Place on Tuesday, April 25 at 1 p.m. Prairie Pedlar spring program: Jane Hogue, owner of Prairie Pedlar in Odebolt, will be our guest speaker at The Meeting Place on Tuesday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. to teach a program on creating hanging baskets with annual flowers. Join us for a green thumb evening. The Meeting Place is the ideal place to host your special event. Call 282-4426 for information.

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Ryen update: From My Backyard writer Doug Clough updates readers on Trever Ryen and Baillie Kies. Kies, now an ISU graduate with a BA in dietetics and Ryen who is slated to graduate this upcoming spring with a BA in kinesiology, are engaged. (Photo submitted)

Ida, Sac County retail taxable sales decline According to the Iowa Department of Revenue, taxable retail sales in Ida and Sac counties fell for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016 when compared to the same fiscal year ending June 30, 2015. Taxable retail sales in Ida County fell $671,222 from fiscal year 2015 to fiscal year 2016. Taxable retail sales in Sac County fell $81,584. Total Ida County taxable retail sales at the end of the June 30, 2015 fiscal year were $51,466,090. Taxable retail sales

at the end of the 2016 fiscal year were $50,794,868. Sales tax collected in Ida County during the 2016 fiscal year was $3,007,800. Total Sac County taxable retail sales at the end of the June 30, 2015 fiscal year were $59,968,196. Taxable retail sales at the end of the 2016 fiscal year were $59,886,612. Sales tax collected in Sac County during the 2016 fiscal year was $3,585,428. The breakdown of taxable sales for the area communities were (2015 figure is listed first, followed by the 2016

total and the change in sales): Ida Grove ($29,450,931, $30,538,934, +$1,088,003); Holstein ($8,135,376, $8,874,932 +$739,556); Battle Creek ($3,803,085, $3,639,329 -$163,756); Arthur ($8,836,814, $6,172,002, -$2,664,812); Galva ($1,090,518, $1,209,269, +$118,751) and other ($149,366, $360,402, +$211,036). Odebolt’s taxable retail sales increased $350,504 from the 2015 fiscal year total of $7,810,620 to $8,161,124 at the end of the 2016 fiscal year.

To the editor: This letter is intended to set the record straight about the details of an incident that occurred on July 23, 2016, and to respond to the anonymous individual who sent a letter to my office about the circumstances surrounding the incident. On that date, my office was notified by a 911 call at 5:10 p.m. that a single vehicle personal injury motor vehicle accident had occurred in rural Ida County. Law enforcement and emergency service providers from the Ida Grove Fire Department and Ida Grove Ambulance were dispatched to the scene immediately by the communications center. Both of my on-duty deputies were dispatched to the scene at 5:11 p.m. The first deputy arrived on scene at 5:18 p.m. The second deputy arrived on scene at 5:23 p.m. The accident was very serious and it was obvious to all emergency responders that the sole occupant had sustained major injuries. The driver was immediately transported to Horn Memorial by Ida Grove ambulance personnel and shortly thereafter transported via life flight to Mercy Medical in Sioux City. Since this incident, I have been asked by at least three individuals, at separate times, why the driver of the vehicle was never charged with operating while intoxicated or why no chemical test was given to determine if the driver was operating under the influence. A few weeks ago, as stated

above, I received an anonymous letter stating that: “First responders were witnessing a strong odor of alcohol while removing the driver.” This accusation is simply not correct. I have spoken to my deputies and ambulance personnel who were on this call and none of them smelled the odor of alcohol at any time. I also spoke to the Ida Grove fire chief who told me he was in close proximity to the driver of the vehicle and he never detected the odor of alcohol. At no time throughout this entire incident did anyone who responded to this incident ever indicate they, or anyone else, smelled the odor of alcohol. In addition, the investigation conducted by my deputies at the scene turned up no evidence of alcohol being consumed. No empty or full cans of alcohol, or other items one would expect to find at the scene of an alcoholrelated accident were ever located. The second falsehood contained in the anonymous letter indicates that I myself told the Ida Grove fire chief that the report from this incident had been misplaced or lost. This is blatantly false. I personally released the accident report on this incident to the press as per our normal protocols several months ago. In addition, the fire chief and I had never spoke of this incident until Dec. 6, when I contacted him to speak about it directly. The letter writer goes on to state that this whole incident

was a “cover up” and has become a “scandal.” I can accept fair criticism and will be the first to admit that law enforcement makes mistakes from time to time. However, I will not sit by while someone attempts to impugn the integrity of myself, or my staff. Why would I, my deputies or anyone else associated with this incident cover up anything? What benefit would there be in doing so? Why would we jeopardize our careers for an incident such as this? Simple answer: We wouldn’t. I can assure the public (and the source of this letter) that there was no cover up. Simply put, there was no evidence for us to believe that the driver was operating while impaired. Wade Harriman Ida County sheriff

Ida County Republicans host dinner Ida County Republicans are hosting a celebration and appreciation dinner Saturday, Jan. 21, from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Boulders Conference Center in Holstein. The event will include a catered dinner, live entertainment and dancing. Cost is $25 per person or $40 per couple. Please RSVP to 712-389-1946 or 319-560-9887 before Monday, Jan. 16.

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FAMILY & FRIENDS Iowa Virtual Academy open enrollment now available for Iowa students Iowa Virtual Academy (IAVA), an online public school program of the Clayton Ridge Community School District, is open for enrollment for the 2017-18 school year. Enrollment is open to students in grades K-12 who reside anywhere in Iowa, however families must submit an application before the state’s open enrollment deadline of March 1. Submitting an open enrollment application does not commit students to enrolling in the fall, but does provide them the option to at a later date. Iowa Virtual Academy offers a tuition-free academic option for students who seek alternatives to a traditional brick and mortar education. Lessons are accessed online and each student is supported by a highlyquali ied, Iowa certi ied teacher who monitors student progress while providing professional

Make-and-take: Barak Page creates a picture frame at the Ida Grove Public Library’s make-and-take program Dec. 22. Children could make snowman soup, lip balm and hand cleaner or color a ceramic tile for parents or friends. (Courier photo by Deb Loger)

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insight and instruction. Teachers communicate with students via phone, email and the online classroom technology in order to provide a highly individualized approach that helps prepare students for postgraduation career or college success. The IAVA high school program offers more than 150 core, elective and advanced placement courses designed to let students enjoy a high school program tailored to their goals and abilities. Subjects like language arts, history, math and science are available as honors or AP level courses, and students have access to a wide selection of electives such as world languages and Career Technical Education (CTE) courses designed to give them a head start on job skills. The program differs from traditional schooling as students are able to receive an

individualized education and personalized, one-to-one support. Classes do not take places inside a structured building, but inside the comfort of your own home. The program follows a traditional school year and you can expect your child to spend ive to six hours a day on coursework and homework. There are also ield trips and other opportunities for students to socialize and interact with other online schooling students. IAVA will host several online and in person events in January and February to help parents learn more about the program in advance of the March 1 deadline. Event dates and locations can be found on the school’s event calendar on the website listed below. For more information about Iowa Virtual Academy and the application process, visit www. iava.k12.com.

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O’Brien County bald eagle event A bald eagle watching event will be held at the Prairie Heritage Center, 4931 Yellow Ave., Peterson, in O’Brien County March 4. The Prairie Heritage Center features an elevated viewing

deck. Christina Roelofs from Saving Our Avian Resources will be bringing a live bald eagle to the event. Bring your camera and take advantage of this amazing opportunity to see a majestic

bald eagle from an arm’s length. Roelofs will talk about the bird’s special adaptations and give other information about their current population status. For more information, call Charlene Elyea at 712-295-7200.

Fifth grade band: The Odebolt-Arthur Elementary fifth grade band opened the elementary winter concert and art show Dec. 8 with “Hot Cross Buns,” “Merrily We Roll Along” and “Good King Wenceslas.” Neil Anders directed the band. The fourth/fifth grade choir sang, and the third, fourth and fifth graders presented “I Need A Little Christmas Vacation.” Linda Johnson directed the choirs and play. (Courier photo by Deb Loger)

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Hallie Mentzer is president of the Ridge View FFA Chapter, and her favorite FFA memory is making it to State FFA Convention in Ames, in the contest, Conduct of Meetings, her sophomore year. She has been involved in many FFA activities throughout her high school career. This includes district, state and national conventions, soup suppers, banquets, food pantries, FFA cookouts, petting zoos during the summer and the Ida County Safety Day. She has also participated in the COLT and 360 degree leadership conferences held throughout the Northwest District.

Other activities Mentzer has been involved in are volleyball, basketball, softball, mock trial, dance marathon committee, student senate, student council, Friends of Rachel, National Honor Society and AAU volleyball. Her future plans are to attend Iowa State University next fall and major in animal science. Her favorite quote is, “Believe you can and you’re halfway there.” – Theodore Roosevelt.

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Birth Ryan and Molly Woerdehoff of Breda are the parents of a son, Beau Joseph, born Dec. 5, 2016, in Carroll. Beau weighed 9 lbs., 4 oz. Grandparents are Joe and Jane Heidenreich of Odebolt and Dean and Deb Tiefenthaler of Lake View. Beau is welcomed home by William, one.

rock porcupine. “Grumpy Old Men”—Sunday (Jan. 8) - 7 p.m., Monday (Jan. 9) – 7 p.m. and Tuesday (Jan. 10) – 7 p.m. “Grumpy Old Men” (Classic, 1993)—Jack Lemmon is John Gustafson, an ice- ishing Minnesota native who has been feud-

ing with his neighbor and former best friend Max Goldman (Walter Matthau) for decades. The battle of wills between John and Max is characterized by crude name-calling and harmless practical jokes. For more information, visit www.holsteinstatetheatre.com and “Like” our Facebook Page.

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Tips to reduce winter heating bills With dangerously low temperatures and high winds, the Iowa Utilities Board reminds utility customers of simple ways to reduce monthly winter heating bills while remaining safe and warm. An easy method that consumers can use to save money and energy during the heating season is by simply lowering your thermostat while sleeping or away from home. You can do this automatically without sacri icing comfort by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating a residence uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in a home, typically making up about 42 percent of a utility bill. Thermostat temperatures should never be reduced to a setting that might adversely impact the health of anyone in the home and should be set to avoid pipes from freezing when a residence is unoccupied. Other safe and ef icient tips to reduce energy use and costs: • Inspect, clean and change fur-

nace ilters as recommended. • Have heating systems serviced annually by a quali ied technician. • Ensure air registers, heating ducts and radiators are clean and not blocked. • Weatherize exterior doors and windows. • If the sun is shining, keep draperies or shades on south-facing windows open to let in sunlight and closed at night to help insulate from the cold and wind chill. • Turn off unnecessary lighting, electronic devices, exhaust fans and appliances when not in use. • Select energy-ef icient (ENERGY STAR) products when buying new heating equipment. • Check with the local utility company about a free or low-cost energy assessment, or energy ef icient programs or rebates for energy ef icient investments. • For consumers who qualify, inquire with a local Community Action Agency for information about limited heating inancial assistance and heating service disconnection through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance or Home

Weatherization Programs. Tips to keep a home safe in winter: • Never use portable combustion generators or engines indoors, which can be fatal, due to carbon monoxide, ire and other risks, even when operating near open windows or doors. • Gas or kerosene heaters, stoves and grills are not recommended for indoor use. • Never use a gas stove or oven for space heating. • Always ensure adequate venting and a safe spacing distance for materials that can catch ire when using a ireplace or wood burning stove. • Never leave open burning ireplaces, candles or active space heaters unattended. • Make sure smoke alarms are connected and working properly. For more information, visit the Iowa Utilities Board’s Tips to Save Energy web page or contact the local natural gas or electric utility for more information about options to assist in lowering energy usage and saving money during winter and throughout the year.

Cemetery project: Mt. Hope Cemetery in Battle Creek has many older unmarked graves. Due to a grant from the Ida County Community Betterment Foundation and donations from the Battle Creek Lions Club, the Battle Creek Women’s Club, the City of Battle Creek and private donors, Tietsort Monument and Stone finished markers for 20 unmarked graves this month. John Tietsort shows one of the 20 unmarked grave monuments. (Photo submitted)

Mt. Hope Cemetery board discusses lot prices The Mt. Hope Cemetery Association held its bi-annual meeting Dec. 27 in the Battle Creek Community Building. All board members and one stockholder were present. The secretary’s minutes from June 28 and July 11 were read and approved. The treasurer’s report was presented and accepted. The price of a lot will remain the same for the next six months. The mowing contract was discussed and the end-of-year bonus was approved.

The secretary was directed to discuss the insurance coverage with the local agent. Weed spraying will be planned for early May after the irst mowing. A cleanup day was set for April 8, with a rain date of April 15. The unmarked graves project will be completed this week. A news release and photo were sent to the local newspaper last week, so the exit report to the Ida County Community Betterment Foundation can be completed.

The secretary was directed to send a letter to the Maple Township trustees and the City of Battle Creek concerning the limited funds remaining in the cemetery account. The cemetery was originally a Maple Township cemetery and, since 1925, is a private nonpro it association, not a city, church or township cemetery. The next meeting was set for June 27 at 7 p.m. at the Battle Creek Community Building. The meeting adjourned at 8 p.m.

Ridge View MS choir: The Ridge View seventh and eighth grade choir performed during the Ridge View Middle School concert in Early Dec. 7. The concert also included the sixth grade band and choir and the combined seventh and eighth grade band. (Courier photo by Mike Thornhill)

Social Security by Brian DeMoss Social Security District Manager Spencer/Storm Lake With the New Year come new changes. Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) bene its will see a slight increase in 2017. Some other adjustments that take effect in January of each year are based on the increase in average wages. Based on that increase, the maximum amount of earnings subject to the Social Security tax (taxable maximum) will increase to $127,200 from $118,500. Of the estimated 173 million workers who will pay Social Security taxes in 2017, about 12 million will pay more because of the increase in

the taxable maximum. Thresholds for bene its will change slightly next year, including the Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA), SSI Federal Payment Standard and SSI Student Exclusion. Information about Medicare changes for 2017 are available at www.Medicare.gov. For some bene iciaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act provides for how the cost of living adjustment is calculated. To read more, visit www.socialsecurity.gov/cola. Learn more about the resulting changes at a factsheet on the subject: www.socialsecurity.gov/ news/press/factsheets/colafacts2017.pdf.

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Honor cheer: Ridge View High School cheerleaders Amanda Bruns, left, and Destiny Van Beek, right, performed Nov. 18 at the 1A and 2A Iowa High School state football championships. The girls were members of the Iowa Honor Cheer Squad. The Iowa Honor Cheer Squad is sponsored by the Iowa Cheerleading Coaches Association (ICCA) and the Iowa High School Athletic Association. The Honor Cheer Squad performed two, five-minute half-time routines, which included 230 cheerleaders from more than 70 ICCA high schools across the state. The Honor Cheer Squad is an opportunity to showcase the skills and talents of Iowa high school cheerleaders, directed by Tami Doyle and choreographed by Katie Cole. (Photo submitted)

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O-A/BC-IG, Ridge View sports schedule O-A/BC-IG and Ridge View sports teams return to competition this week following the Christmas break. O-A/BC-IG O-A/BC-IG’s basketball teams hosted South Central Calhoun County Jan. 3. The Falcon hoop clubs will play at Lawton-Bronson this Friday and host I-K-MManning this Saturday. Saturday’s action starts at 1 p.m. with the girls’ game. Prior to the Jan. 3 games, the O-A/BC-IG boys’

team was 2-6 overall while the girls’ record was 4-5. The O-A/BC-IG wrestling team took a 7-1 dual record into its double dual with LoganMagnolia and Woodbine Jan. 3. The Falcons will host Woodbury Central this Thursday in Ida Grove and travel to Ames this Saturday for the Mendenhall Invite, which starts at 10 a.m. The O-A/BC-IG bowling teams won’t be back in action until Friday, Jan. 13 at Sioux Central.

Ridge View Ridge View’s wrestling team will travel to Sloan to take on Kingsley-Pierson and Westwood this Thursday at 6 p.m. The Ridge View basketball teams will play Westwood in Sloan this Friday. The girls’ team enters the contest with a 6-2 record while the boys are 3-5. The Raptor hoopsters will host Storm Lake in Schaller next Monday, Jan. 9.

Schroeder reminisces about years at NASA Mid-Sioux donation: Willow Dale Wellness Village staff in Battle Creek collected gifts to donate four baskets to Mid-Sioux for families in need. Basket themes included movie night, infant care, warm weather wear and games. Staff members, from left are, Jacki Woodward, Karissa Drey, Lin Jensen, Jen Hedberg, Tammy Ruchti, Denise Nicholson, Joni Perkins, Nicole Reitz and Todd Riessen. (Photo submitted)

Challenge winners: Ida Alive’s “Fall Back into Good Habits” Challenge encouraged teams of four to six people to complete healthy activities during October. Seventeen teams participated. Winners were first place Horn Memorial Hospital Community Health “Raising a Little Health” and second place Midwest Industries “We’re a Shore Thing.” Top photo, Raising a Little Health team members were, from left, Nancy Schoen, Micki Fischer, Kelsey Kafton, Erin Dausel and Patti Andrews. Lori Peterson was also a member of the team. Bottom photo, We’re a Shore Thing, from left, Sam Phelps, Michelle Schmidt, Theresa Swensen, Janene Arbegast, Mary Clough and Doug Clough. (Photos submitted)

Lyle Clifford Schroeder, a 1957 Odebolt High School graduate, reminisces about his years at NASA in Virginia. The son of Greg and Edna Schroeder grew up in Odebolt. Following graduation from high school, he attended college at Iowa State University where he graduated in 1961 with a degree in electrical engineering. In September 1961, he took a job at NASA-Langley Research Center in Hampton, Va. Langley is the oldest NASA ield center and concentrates primarily on supporting research in aeronautics and space. He also received an MS degree in physics from William and Mary in 1968. During his 34 years at NASA, Schroeder was primarily involved in four research projects. These projects involved spacecraft communications during atmospheric reentry, largescale erectable mesh-re lector antennas, satellite measurements of winds over the ocean and development of an airborne radar to detect potentially dangerous winds during landing. “For most of the ‘60s, I was assigned to a project to study the interference in communications caused by the hot ionized air surrounding a spacecraft during reentry into the earth’s atmosphere. There were concerns that problems may arise with the spacecraft during this critical reentry period, but we would be unable to communicate with

it. Our task was to estimate and measure the amount of signal loss, and to develop methods to alleviate it. One method, injecting a luid into the plasma layer to cool it, was tested and found to successfully reduce the ‘blackout’ effects on rocket payloads and on the Gemini III spacecraft,” said Schroeder. Schroeder said, “In the ‘70s, I was part of a team that investigated the use of a radar to measure the winds over oceans. A radar operating at a frequency of 13.9 Ghz was found to be sensitive to the capillary waves generated when winds blow over water. In this project, our team used an airborne scatterometer to measure the radar response to winds of various magnitudes. From this database, we formed an algorithm to convert such radar measurements directly to wind vectors over the ocean. This technology was lown on a satellite in 1978 (Seasat) and successfully measured winds over a 1,000 km swath.” Following this project, Schroeder said they designed and developed an aircraft radar to provide forward-looking measurements of winds to be encountered by an airplane. The function of this windshear radar was to detect potential hazardous winds that might be experienced during critical landings where aircraft are most vulnerable because lift

is at a minimum. A large impetus for this effort was the crashlanding of Delta Flight 191 at Dallas-Fort Worth airport during a microburst, where everyone was killed. This technology was demonstrated and adapted into existing airplane weather radars and made available to the industry. “In the ‘90s, I was lead on a team to determine the performance capability of a largescale erectable antenna with a light-weight re lector made of a conducting wire mesh. Such an antenna was proposed for use in Earth-orbit for many applications, most prominently for cell phone communication coverage for the continental USA. We built a 15meter prototype of this antenna and measured the electromagnetic performance in a near- ield antenna chamber operated by Martin Marietta near Denver, Colo. These measurements proved that such an antenna could provide a surface precision suitable for such uses; further, these tests demonstrated a system to ‘tweak’ the surface using actuators to adjust strategically located tensioners. “I have to emphasize that the efforts described were accomplished by teams of very talented and industrious people. It was my privilege to have had a career as blessed as this,” Schroeder said.

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Ida Grove Library introduces new program The idea…simple; the rewards… priceless. The Ida Grove Library invites children ages zero to ive and their families to join the free 1,000 Books before Kindergarten Program. 1,000 Books before Kindergarten is a library program that encourages all families and caregivers to read at least 1,000 books with their young children before they enter kindergarten. Reading to small children builds vocabulary and language skills and helps prepare them with the skills they need for kindergarten. In as little as 15 minutes a day, families can build the skills for future school and life success. Plus, sharing stories together is fun. How can you read 1,000 books to your child? The average picture book takes just ive minutes to read; reading three books a day (15 minutes) for one year means you will have read 1,095 books. It’s easy to get started – just stop by the library to register and pick up a packet containing reading logs and information for parents on early literacy, as well as other programs and resources available at the library. Track your reading – each time you read a book with your child, record it in your reading log

or scan the publisher barcode into the 1,000 Books before Kindergarten app (available in your app store or on iTunes). Any book counts; so, read your child’s favorite book over and over or read in any language. Books read at story times, at daycare or by others count, too. Show us your reading logs – When you and your child reach your irst 100 books, bring in your reading log to get a special reading incentive. At the irst 100 books, you’ll get a handy-dandy bag for carrying all those books and a star on the reading wall. At each 100-books mark, you get a “100 books” sticker and a chance to move your child’s reading star to the next level on the reading wall in the children’s library. Read more books – When you get all the way to 1,000, you’ll receive a new book and reading certi icate to take home and keep, along with a very special tote bag for your child to carry all of their reading selections as they move into kindergarten and independent reading. This program doesn’t end until your child goes to kindergarten, so don’t feel rushed - just enjoy the experience. Take every

chance you have to read with your children, tell and talk about stories, sing nursery rhymes and songs and attend library programs. By reading just three stories a day, you and your child will have read more than 1,000 books in only one year. You will also have shared many special moments along the way. The library is a fun place, featuring books to check out, free programs and great suggestions for what to read. Stop in often and talk to our friendly staff – we are here to help. Happy reading.

The following is the Ridge View High School honor roll for the first trimester of the 201617 school year. Seniors 4.0 Amanda Bruns, Cole Degan, Madisen Grieme and Harlee Wagoner. Seniors 3.0-3.99 Alex Bailey, Samantha Bailey, Darby Baillie, Grace Boyle, Jordan Draper, Evan Else, Autumn Fox, Christopher Gardner, Maurianna Jepsen, Sidney Johnson, Aimee Kell, JoAna Loera, Karin Mendoza, Hallie Mentzer, Madelyn Mitchell, Jonathan Pickhinke, Randy Redding, Katrina Van Norman and Colton Wunschel. Juniors 4.0 Katie Brinkman, Alexa Phillips, Elizabeth Pickhinke, Andrew Snyder, Paige Todd and Brittney Vincent. Juniors 3.0-3.99 Jaeden Albers, Juan Amezcua, Nelson Bernardes de Souza Filho,

Horn Physicians 247 First State Bank 247 Barry Motor 236.5 GOMACO 207 United Bank of Iowa 157.5 Bye 57 HIGH INDIVIDUAL GAME Ronda Martin 185 Tricia Cipperley 163 Zolene Streck 157 Traci Cronin 157 HIGH INDIVIDUAL SERIES Ronda Martin 507 Tricia Cipperley 456

Chase Evans, Jill Galvin, Dakota Hankinson, Abigayle Hansen, Pascual Huerta, Lauren Johnson, Mercedes Juelfs, Jacob Kliegl, Kennedy Mason, Beth Meyer, Ezra Miller, Kara Richard, Austin Ronfeldt, Brett Taylor, Jacob Tokheim and Renae Wiese. Freshman 4.0 McKenna Albers, Cassandra Allen, Russell Brummer, Jordan Grothe, Kylie Humlicek, Kate Kofmehl, Hannah Rosemeyer, Sarah Stamp, Katlyn Wiese and Kenzee Wunschel. Freshman 3.0-3.99 Beth Bailey, Hanna Blackmore, Jade Coggins, Jacob Constancio, Yesenia DeLaO, Jaden Droegmiller, Logan Gross, Taya Hinkeldey, Veronica Kron, Taylor Major, Coriyel McCray, Alex Movall, Tate Phillips, Connor Pickhinke, Grant Schmidt, Brayden Stowater, Rayann Volkert, Zachary Wood and Nathan Yockey.

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Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Obituaries To keep our readers better informed, funeral information will be posted on our website (www.idacountycourier.com) within hours of receiving it at our of ice. Roger E. Carstens Jan. 13, 1938 – Dec. 21, 2016

O-A program: Odebolt-Arthur Elementary third, fourth and fifth graders presented the musical “I Need A Little Christmas Vacation” during the school’s annual winter concert and art show Dec. 8. Linda Johnson directed the musical and the fourth/fifth grade children’s choir. The fifth grade band opened the program, under the direction of Neil Anders. (Courier photo by Deb Loger)

HOLSTEIN – Services for Roger E. Carstens, 78, of Holstein were Dec. 28, 2016, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Holstein with the Rev. Matthew R. Martens of iciating. Burial was in the Holstein Cemetery in Holstein. He died Dec. 21 at home. Roger Elmer Carstens was born Jan. 13, 1938, to Elmer and Harriett Beyer (Carstens) and raised on their family century farm in Holstein. In high school, he was active in various clubs. These included school newspaper artist and roles in school plays. He helped with a movie machine and the school handyman. He was a member of Douglas Doers 4–H Club. After high school, he served in the National Guard for nine years and went active in 1956. He married Carole Jean Wittrock May 28, 1961. To this union, two children were born, Rory and Rajean. They family made their home on the family farm west of Holstein.

Roger was a farmer his entire life and also worked for Moser Implement in Holstein. He was very neighborly and was always willing to help a friend in need. He participated in many combining and harvest bees. He was a handy man, refurbishing his 630 John Deere tractor, building tractor cabs and swapping motors from one vehicle to another. He is survived by his son, Rory, and wife, Sara, Carstens and their children, Matthew and Darren, all of Holstein, and his daughter, Rajean, and husband, Joe Eddy, and their son, Conner of Spring, Texas. Also surviving are a sister, Karen Magnuson of McClelland; a sister-in-law, Sheryle and Darwin Ehlers of Holstein; a brother-in-law, Lyle, and wife, Alice, Wittrock of Holstein; numerous nieces, nephews and relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Carole Jean Carstens; his parents-in-law, Hilma and William Wittrock; and a brother-in-law Ronald Magnuson. Online condolences can be made at nicklasdjensen h.com.

Gunnar A. Hanson Nov. 23, 1927 – Dec. 26, 2016

USDA surveying cattle producers In January, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will survey more than 40,000 cattle operations nationwide to provide an up-to-date measure of U.S. cattle inventories. All cattle and calves in the United States as of Jan. 1, 2016, totaled 92 million head, 3 percent above the total in 2015. With declining cattle prices and the lower feed costs, an updated look at cattle numbers across the nation will show how these events have affected rebuilding the herd. “In January 2016, Iowa’s cattle inventory of 3.95 million head ranked seventh in the U.S. Of the total cattle

inventory, 1.23 million were cattle and calves on feed, which ranked Iowa fourth in the nation,” said Greg Thessen, director of the NASS Upper Midwest Regional Of ice. “Obtaining the current count of cattle will serve as a critical decision-making tool for producers and the entire agriculture industry.” During the irst two weeks of January, Iowa producers will have the opportunity to report their beef and dairy cattle inventories, calf crop, death loss and the number of cattle on feed. “This information helps producers make timely, informed marketing decisions and plan for herd

expansion or reduction,” Thessen explained. “Additionally, the information producers provide helps promote exports, inform the public about the industry and determine expected future slaughter volume.” As is the case with all NASS surveys, information provided by respondents is con idential by law. NASS safeguards the privacy of all responses and publishes only stateand national-level data, ensuring that no individual producer or operation can be identi ied. The January cattle report will be released on Jan. 31. This and all NASS reports are available online at www.nass.usda.gov.

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They relocated to Cherokee, where Gunnar hauled fuel for a Texaco gas station. They were blessed with a son, Douglas; a daughter, Deana, and a son, Jeffrey. They relocated to Ida Grove when Gunnar’s boss wanted to expand his NAPA auto parts store. Gunnar bought out his boss and became sole owner of the NAPA auto parts store in Ida Grove. When Gunnar retired, he passed the parts store on to his son, Doug. Retirement did not suit Gunnar, and he started working for GOMACO Industries, in the transportation department for 14 years, retiring due to health. Gunnar was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove. He enjoyed watching baseball and NASCAR and spending time with his family. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 64 years, Betty Jean Hanson of Ida Grove; and his children: Doneta (Steve) Burns of Parkersburg, Douglas (Peggy) Hanson of Ida Grove and Deana Blair of Ames. Also surviving are eight grandchildren; eight greatgrandchildren; a brother, Chester Hanson of Holstein; a sister-in-law, Faith Hanson of Marcus; nieces and nephews; extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; an infant son, Jeffrey Lee Hanson; a brother, Donald Hanson, and a nephew, Michael Hanson. Condolences may be sent online to www. christensenvanhouten.com.

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Purple and black choir: The Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove High School purple and black choir, under the direction of Jacob Pedersen, sang “Veni, Veni Emmanuel,”“Winter Song” and “All I Want For Christmas Is You” during the annual holiday concert Dec. 12. Other groups performing were the silver choir, jazz band and concert band. (Courier photo by Deb Loger)

IDA GROVE – Services for Gunnar A. Hanson, 89, of Ida Grove were Dec. 30, 2016, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove. The Rev. Donald H. Winterrowd of iciated, with burial in Grandview Cemetery at Quimby. Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home in Ida Grove was in charge of arrangements. He died Dec. 26 at Horn Memorial Hospital in Ida Grove. Gunnar Arne Hanson was born Nov. 23, 1927, in Cherokee to Gottfrid and Emelia (Erlandson) Hanson. He was baptized Sept. 24, 1930, and con irmed April 6, 1941, in Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Cherokee. He graduated from Quimby High School in 1947. Gunnar then enlisted into the Army National Guard and worked at Erlandson Texaco Station in Quimby. He met the love of his life, Betty Jean Krambeck, and they were married June 28, 1952, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Holstein. They made their home brie ly in Quimby before moving to Hartley, where Gunnar became a partner in a Texaco station, along with driving a school bus. Betty partnered in a short order café, which kept her busy. The couple was then blessed with a daughter, Doneta.

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Looking back at 2016 headlines part two Following is a review of 2016 Ida County Courier headlines from July through December. July Ida County Board of Supervisors receives Carrie Chapman Catt Center at Iowa State University Certi icate of Equality for having gender equity on county boards. Battle Creek’s First Presbyterian Church Pastor Kevin Freese is 2016 Ida County Relay For Life honorary chair. Ida County E911 Service Board discusses new generator and 911 residence and intersection signs during meeting in Battle Creek. Holstein City Council approves councilman Perry Venteicher’s resignation decides to ill position by appointment. Ida Grove City Council discusses trailer court nuisance ines and city wells. Battle Creek Fire Department purchased a 2003 Spartan Rescue/Pumper with grant funds and donations. Creston Schubert of Galva named District 1 Supervisor Republican nominee at special convention. The 18th annual Ida County Relay For Life raises $38,544 for the American Cancer Society. O-A School Board accepts resignation of board member Naomi Lozier. Evan Else and Grace German are crowned Ida County Fair king and queen July 19. King Theatre board chooses architect, Alley-PoynerMacchietto of Red Oak, for theatre renovation project. The crowning of the 2016 Little Miss and Mr. Ida County Fair royalty was held July 19. New royalty are Little Miss Ida County Princess Hailey Bender, Little Miss Ida County Carli Friedrichsen, Little Mr. Ida County Prince Danny Weeda and Little Mr. Ida County Owen Forbes. August Ida County Fair livestock show sale receipts are down $48,613 to $279,703. A total of 342 head of livestock were sold at the auction July 25. United Bank of Iowa donates $17,000 toward a new scoreboard for the O-A/BC-IG football and track complex. Forty youth participated in the Holstein Community Theatre Camp Production of “Aesop Come Back.” Ida County Board of Supervisors approved a contract for new engineer Jeff Williams. Williams began his duties for the county Aug. 1. Holstein City Council fails to appoint a councilperson to Perry Venteicher’s vacant seat. Seat will be illed during a special election Sept. 13. Irwin Seating Company of Michigan installed 151 leather rocker chairs in Holstein’s State Theatre. Battle Creek and Ida Grove junior ire ighters practice searching for victims in a smoke- illed house. Large crane used to erect wind turbines in Ida County fell into a sinkhole near Arthur. The crane was destroyed. The crane operator

was not injured in the mishap. Race set for Holstein City Council vacant seat. Mary Gross and Robert Shontz have iled papers for the vacant seat. Race set for O-A School Board vacant seat. Deb Bengford of Arthur and Ryan Schroeder of Odebolt seeking nomination to the seat. Ida County Cattlemen Association honors members of Ida County law enforcement department with steak supper. Ida County American Legion Posts and the Ida County Veterans’ Affairs of ice sponsored a public recognition for veterans at Skate Palace. O-A/BC-IG and Maple ValleyAnthon-Oto substitute teacher, John Tietsort, charged with two counts of sexual exploitation by a school employee and three counts of lascivious conduct with a minor. September Bob Paulsrud of Danbury was Ida County’s 4-H Hall of Fame inductee Aug. 21 during the Iowa State Fair. Deb Bengford of Arthur and Ryan Schroeder of Arthur seek election to Odebolt-Arthur vacant seat. Mary Gross and Robert Shontz seek election to a vacant seat on the Holstein City Council. Ridge View announces homecoming court. King candidates are Ryan McGuire, Cole Degen, Juan Nava, Gus Leonard and Caden Wandrey. Queen candidates are Harlee Wagoner, Hallie Mentzer, Madelyn Mitchll, Madisen Grieme and Grace Boyle. Holstein Save the State Theatre receives $25,000 gift from Marie and Raymond Jepsen Trust. Ridge View defeats O-A/BC-IG 13-6 and maintains possession of the Reynolds Trophy. Odebolt-Arthur/Battle CreekIda Grove reorganization vote fails. Arthur, Battle Creek and Ida Grove voters approve reorganization while Odebolt voters cast 425 no and 319 yes votes. Dr. Curt Hesse named new Ida County medical examiner by Ida County Board of Supervisors. Mary Gross wins Holstein City Council seat with 51 votes. Her opponent, Robert Shontz, received 31 votes. Cole Degen and Harlee Wagoner crowned Ridge View homecoming king and queen. O-A board approves Joey Hoe ling as board president and Stacy Raasch as vice president during special meeting. Board also discusses results of reorganization vote. BC-IG board votes to end current whole grade sharing agreement with O-A and create a new one following reorganization vote. Stephanie Konradi was elected board president and Tony Bennett is named vice president. October Summit Nielsen and Parker Clausen are crowned as O-A/ BC-IG’s homecoming royalty during homecoming coronation ceremony and pep rally. VT Industries donates $5,000 to the Holstein State Theatre

project. O-A/BC-IG Falcon football team earns irst win during homecoming contest defeating unbeaten Missouri Valley 39-17. Holstein City Council discusses poor Internet, phone and cable service with Long Lines representative Bill Gaukel. BC-IG board discusses whole grade sharing agreement during work session. Consensus of board is to negotiate a new whole grade sharing agreement with O-A for one-way share. O-A board holds work session to discuss whole grade sharing agreement and reorganization. Board agrees reorganization with BC-IG is end goal and wants whole grade sharing to continue as is. O-A/BC-IG school boards approve resolutions of intent to discuss whole grade sharing during joint meeting. O-A board says it will support reorganization vote during work session. Incumbent Sheriff Wade Harriman (R) of Ida Grove and Dale Breyfogle (D) of Holstein seeking election to sheriff’s seat in Nov. 8 general election. November O-A board rejects resolution of intent to discuss whole grade sharing with East Sac County. BC-IG discusses possibility of two-way share whole grade share agreement. The State Theatre in Holstein of icially opens its doors Nov. 4-6. BC-IG, S-C enrollments are up, while O-A and G-H enrollments are down. BC-IG’s enrollment is up 3.56 students to 638.51, O-A is down 4.7 students to 334.4, G-H is down 19 students to 427 and S-C is up 2.8 students to 351.3. The Ida County food bank received a donation of more than 15,000 items from Mortensen Construction employees Oct. 31. This is the largest donation the food bank has ever received. The Holstein Travel Center will celebrate its grand opening Nov. 11-12. The Arthur City Council appointed Gary Chase to ill the unexpired term of Keith Fineran during its meeting Nov. 1. Ida County voters re-elect Wade Harriman as sheriff and Lorna Steenbock as auditor in Nov. 8 general election. Raymond Drey (780 votes) defeated Bob Paulsrud (438 votes) for the District II supervisor seat. Creston Schubert elected to District I supervisor seat. The Holstein City Council approved the resignation of councilman James Doxtad, effective immediately. The O-A/BC-IG School Board approved a one-year, two-way whole grade sharing agreement for 2017-18 school year. This year’s National Thanksgiving Turkeys visited the Galva, Holstein, Schaller and Early school buildings Nov. 17. The turkeys were raised on the Domino family farm near Early. Kiwanis ball ields and countywide law agreement main topics at Ida Grove City Council meeting. Kiwanis would like to

see inancial support from city to inish the ball ield project. Mayor Morris Hurd suggests lower percentage for Ida Grove in public safety agreement. Elroy and Barb Koch of Kiron have served Orphan Grain Train for more than 22 years. New managers are Jerry and Sharon Irwin of Early. December Ida County Board of Supervisors approved $417,290 in TIF debt certi ication and appointed Dennis Lansink to compensation board to represent supervisors. Former Holstein resident Mark Nook third inalist for UNI presidency. Nook graduated from Holstein High School in 1976. Galva City Council updates personnel policy and approves offering new maintenance employee $30,000 per year with $434 per month cash in-lieu of insurance. Joel Wellendorf is appointed to ill vacant Holstein council seat. The term expires November 2017. Lieutenant General (R) Susan Lawrence receives National Trailblazer Award Dec. 9. Ida Grove City Council approves upgrading the hand-held Sensus water meter readers at a cost of $14,326. Mid-America Publishing Corporation purchases The Aurelia Star and Marcell Publishing LLC from Marci Brown of Cherokee, effective Dec. 14. O-A/BC-IG boards approve revised whole grade sharing agreement during a joint meeting Dec. 12 in Ida Grove. The Ida County Compensation Board recommends 6 percent across-the-board increase for Ida County’s elected of icials. Ida County Board of Supervisors receives initial bargaining proposal for sheriff’s of ice employees asking for a three year contract with salary increases of 5 percent each year. Galva United Methodist Church holds last service on Christmas Eve. Ida County Public Safety and Communications Commission approves ive-year countywide law agreement with current percentage rates. The average value of Ida County farmland decreased by 7.61 percent in 2016, according to the annual Iowa State University survey of land values.

MS food drive: The O-A/BC-IG Middle School held a food drive in December. On Dec. 22, each Falcon Time group lined their food items up to see who had the longest line of items. The winners were: in sixth grade, Linda Johnson’s team consisting of Maddy Brummer, Beckett DeJean, Haley Harms, Dalton Howard, Treyton Kolar, Cade Mason, Kaylee Oxendale, Dawson Schiernbeck, Jack Sohm and Evan Williams; in seventh grade, Dave Winterrowd’s team consisting of Collin Grove, Macaela Johnson, Anna Mogensen, Abby Nichols, Beau Nieman, Hannah Schmidt, Trenton Segebart, Alexis Ulrich, Eli Wilson and Kia Wilson and in eighth grade, Dee Boger’s team of Raeanna Banghart, Alex Clark, Cooper DeJean, Geo Ehrig, Morgan Godbersen, Chris Mace, Dallas McKibbin, Caleb Montgomery, Carly Murphy, Emma Schirrmacher and Blake Sharkey. (Photo submitted)

Winter urban trout stocking begins The Iowa Department of Natural Resources will release trout in seven locations this winter in areas that would not support them during warmer months. Trout in this part of the state will be released on Jan. 14, Scharnberg Pond, Spencer, at noon; Jan. 20, Moorland Pond, Fort Dodge, at 11 a.m.; Jan. 20, Big Lake, Council Bluffs, at 3 p.m. and Feb. 4, Bacon Creek, Sioux City, at 1:30 p.m. The popular program is supported by the sales of the trout fee. Anglers need a valid fishing license and pay the trout fee to fish for or possess trout. The daily limit is five trout per licensed

angler with a possession limit of 10. A family friendly event is paired with most of the stockings to help anglers have success and fun while fishing. Children age 15 or younger can fish for trout with a properly licensed adult, but they must limit their catch to one daily limit. The child can purchase a trout fee, which will allow them to catch their own limit. Winter stocking events are based on favorable weather conditions. Check the DNR Trout Fishing website at www.iowadnr. gov/Fishing/Trout-Fishing for possible changes.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2017 - 2018 Pursuant to Iowa Code section 273.3(12), the Northwest Area Education Agency Board of Directors presents notification of a public hearing on the proposed budget. Persons will be heard at the hearing for or against the proposed budget. Official AEA Name:

Northwest Area Education Agency

Date of Hearing: Time of Hearing:

January 16, 2017 6:00 p.m.

Location of Hearing:

Education Service Center, 940 Lincoln Street SW, Le Mars, Iowa

Following is a summary of the proposed budget which is prepared on the GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) basis. Supporting detail of revenues and expenditures is available for review at the office of the board secretary. A copy will be furnished upon request.

[1]

[2]

[3]

Budget

Re-Estimated

Actual

2018

2017

2016

Three-Year Budget Comparison All Funds except Permanent Funds; Internal Service Funds; Private-Purpose, Pension and Investment Trust Funds; and Agencies

Resources (Sources) (Account ID 8): Taxes

(1100-1299)

Tuition/Transportation Received Earnings on Investments

(1300-1499)

(1500-1599)

Nutrition Program Sales

(1600-1699)

Student Activities & Sales

State Foundation Aid

IDEA Grants

(2000-2999)

(3111)

Juvenile Home Tuition Aid Advance Other State Sources

8,181,641.00

7,931,017.00

155,000.00

152,936.70

1,900.00

8,253.65

1,095,200.00

1,259,348.49

67,000.00

69,383.27

9,644,758.00

8,038,040.00

7,937,694.00

(1800-1999)

Revenues from Intermediary Sources

8,296,705.00

2 4

(1700-1799)

Other Revenues from Local Sources

(3121)

(3112-3119, 3122-3999)

(4520-4529)

909,180.00

885,921.00

828,509.02

1,848,871.00

1,839,014.00

1,778,840.71 10,118,165.00

9,927,953.00

10,877,953.00

754,000.00

570,956.32

Total Revenues (Rows 1 - 12)

32,700,567.00

31,895,669.00

30,655,104.16

General Long-Term Debt Proceeds (5000-5199, 5400-5699) Operating Transfers In & other sources (5200-5299, 5700-6999)

Proceeds of Fixed Asset Dispositions

16 30,655,104.16

Other Federal Sources

(4000-4519, 4530-4999)

(5300-5399)

Total Revenues & Other Financing Sources (Row 13 - 16)

32,700,567.00

31,895,669.00

Beginning Fund Balance

3,533,485.18

3,847,426.18

4,068,755.95

Total Resources (Row 17 + 18)

36,234,052.18

35,743,095.18

34,723,860.11

Requirements (Functions) (Account ID 9): Instruction

(1000-1999)

Student Support Services

(2100-2199)

Instructional Staff Support Services

Bells: Guest bell ringers added to the holiday spirit of the Ridge View High School winter concert on Dec. 19. Ringers included, in no particular order, Sharen Borchers, Kathy Breyfogle, Val George, Anya Kistenmacher, Jim Kistenmacher, Jackie Meyer, Lauren Meyer, Joyce Nelson, Terri Schimmer and Bonnie Stevenson. The ringers participated in the final high school choir number of the evening, “Christmastime.” The high school band and select choir also performed during the concert. The high school choir is under the direction of Kris Kistenmacher and was accompanied by Cole Egger. (Courier photo by Bethany Jones)

857,456.00

834,902.00

1,092,896.57

11,466,952.00

11,070,213.00

10,429,861.39

10,938,576.00

10,492,371.00

10,062,958.21

General Administration

(2300-2399)

1,209,108.00

1,175,587.00

1,293,689.78

Building Administration

(2400-2499)

2,978,049.00

2,873,811.00

2,709,488.89

2,012,056.00

1,956,955.00

1,835,474.74

Business & Central Administration

(2200-2299)

20 21

(2500-2519, 2540-2599)

Purchasing, Distributing, Printing, Publishing, Duplicating (2520-2539)

678,476.00

660,830.00

585,949.40

Plant Operations and Maintenance

1,073,851.00

1,062,875.00

795,222.95

31,214,524.00

30,127,544.00

28,805,541.93

2,096,016.00

2,082,066.00

2,070,892.00

33,310,540.00

32,209,610.00

30,876,433.93

(2600-2699)

Student Transportation

(2700-2799)

Other Support Services

(2900-2999)

Noninstructional Programs

(3000-3999)

Facilities Acquisition and Construction Debt Service

28 30

(4000-4999)

(5000-5999)

Total Expenditures (Row 20 - 32) Operating Transfers Out & Other Financing Uses

(6100-6999)

Total Expenditures & Other Financing Uses (Row 33 + 34) Ending Fund Balance (Row 19 - Row 35)

2,923,512.18

3,533,485.18

3,847,426.18

Total Requirements (Row 35 + 36)

36,234,052.18

35,743,095.18

34,723,860.11

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Courthouse Report Real Estate Transfers Timothy Hodges, quit claim deed to Teresa Hunt and Michelle Downing, Lot 11, Block 7, Galva. Estate of Dorothy Dutler, court of icer deed to Donald Dutler Jr., Lorna Uehle and Cynthia Klein, the north 60 acres of the W ½ SW ¼, Section 11, T-89-N, R-40-W; part of the west 35 acres of the E ½ NW ¼; NW ¼ NW ¼; part of the SW ¼ NW ¼ and part of the SW ¼ NW ¼, Griggs Township, Ida County. Patrick Boyle, special warranty deed to Patrick Boyle trust, Wfr ½, Section 31, T-87-N, R-41-W, with exception, Ida County. Jonathon and Alicia Nelson, warranty deed to Sandra Hiykel, Lot 1, Block 12, Ida Grove. Wade Harriman, sheriff, sheriff’s

deed to Nationstar Mortgage, Lot 4, Block 17, First Addition, Ida Grove. Clerk of Court Due to a change in procedures at the Ida County Clerk of Court of ice, information is only provided electronically. The following information is from data iled by the Ida County Clerk of Court of ice. Traf ic and other charges might include charges that were dismissed. For more information on speci ic cases contact the clerk of court or visit www.iowacourts.gov. Traf ic charges Speeding Katie Hayden, Schleswig; Cindy Schroeder, Odebolt; Devon Corbin, Ida Grove; Alexis Hansen,

Manilla; Tricia Vohs, Holstein; Lealin Wake, Willow Springs, Mo.; Ashley Hansum, Platte, S.D.; Cory Lindgren, Kingsley; Jerry Paulsen, Holstein; Dawn Schuster, Sioux Falls, S.D.; Baylee Steele, Norwalk. Other Joshua Sundt, Cherokee, striking unattended vehicle.

Depu es make three arrests The Ida County Sheriff ’s Office has released information on three arrests made during the past week. On Dec. 22, Alyssa Nicole Behrendsen, 21, of Ida Grove was arrested on an outstanding overdue 30-day Ida County mittimus. The original conviction against her was for drug related

convictions. She was transported to the Ida County jail where she is currently being held. On Dec. 22, the Ida County Sheriff ’s Office filed a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia against William Robert Eakens, 25, of Battle Creek. The charge was filed following a traffic stop in Battle Creek. He was released

pending a court appearance. On Dec. 22, Anthony Eugene Hoyle, 27, of Battle Creek was arrested on an outstanding warrant from Buena Vista County. He was taken into custody by Ida County deputies and later released into the custody of the Buena Vista County Sheriff ’s Office.

Payloader fire The Ida Grove Fire Department was called to the Shannon Henningsen farm at 6252 300th St. Dec. 28 at 7:06 p.m. for a payloader on ire in a machine shed. The ire department was on the scene 45 minutes. Cause and damage amount were not available.

From the Ida County Sheriff ’s Log Thursday, Dec. 22 Of icers received 20 calls for service. Among the calls were eight traf ic stops, one call for jail activity and one welfare check. 4:40 a.m.: Assisted motorist on Highway 175 9:27 a.m.: Assisted motorist on Highway 175 2:57 p.m.: Non-medical transport 3:06 p.m.: Assistance given at the Ida County Courthouse 3:21 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 1700 block of Eagle Avenue 7:37 p.m.: Property reported found, recovered, returned on Main Street 9:38 p.m.: Warrant served in the 600 block of First Street, arrest made 10:11 p.m.: Warrant served at the Ida County Courthouse 10:17 p.m.: Noise complaint from the 300 block of Fourth Street 10:50 p.m.: Call to talk to an of icer Friday, Dec. 23 Of icers received 26 calls for service. Among the calls were eight traf ic stops, one call for jail activity, one welfare check and one 911 transfer. 12:58 a.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 300 block of Second Street for unresponsive, not breathing 2:14 a.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 800 block of Byron Godbersen Drive 7:26 a.m.: Weather warning issued for Ida County 8:57 a.m.: Assisted outside agency 9:43 a.m.: Medical assistance requested at Morningside Healthcare Community 9:46 a.m.: Report of vandalism in the 400 block of Forrest Avenue 10:22 a.m.: Assisted motorist in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 11:06 a.m.: Assisted motorist in the 400 block of Moorehead Street 11:51 a.m.: Emergency transport 12:54 p.m.: Accident reported in the 200 block of Main Street, damages only 12:57 p.m.: Non-emergency transport 1:05 p.m.: Assisted motorist on Highway 20 1:59 p.m.: Civil dispute reported, non-family in the 100 block of Lubeck Street 2:06 p.m.: Family/custody problems reported in the 500 block of Circle Drive 3:06 p.m.: Call to talk to an of icer Saturday, Dec. 24 Of icers received 19 calls for

service. Among the calls were four traf ic stops, two 911 wrong numbers, one 911 transfer and one abandoned 911 call. 6:12 a.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 400 block of Minnesota Street 8:22 a.m.: Road hazard reported on Eagle Avenue 8:33 a.m.: Suspicious person/ activity reported in the 800 block of Highway 175 8:36 a.m.: Welfare check requested 9:20 a.m.: Jail activity 2:23 p.m.: Suspicious person/ activity reported in the 300 block of Barnes Street 3:31 p.m.: Assisted with unlocking vehicle 3:34 p.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 800 block of Badger Creek Drive 4:54 p.m.: Property reported recovered, returned in the 800 block of Badger Creek Drive 6:08 p.m.: Parking complaint in the 100 block of Main Street 6:12 p.m.: Assisted motorist on Highway 20 Sunday, Dec. 25 Of icers received 16 calls for service. Among the calls were three traf ic stops and one call to talk to an of icer. 1:45 a.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 500 block of Kastner Drive 2:13 a.m.: Fight in progress reported on Willow Street near Sixth Street 2:39 a.m.: Emergency transport 3:36 a.m.: Emergency transport 5:22 a.m.: Medical assistance requested at Willow Dale Wellness Village for chest/heart pain 7:12 a.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 500 block of Circle Drive for fall 10:16 a.m.: Sex offender registry check in the 400 block of Main Street 11:11 a.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 2000 block of A Avenue for fall 6:03 p.m.: Medical assistance requested on Highway 175 for breathing problems 8:56 p.m: Weather warning issued for Ida County 11 p.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 100 block of Seventh Street 11:50 p.m.: Suspicious person/ activity reported on Lubeck Street Monday, Dec. 26 Of icers received 14 calls for

service. Among the calls were three traf ic stops, one welfare check and one abandoned 911 call. 10:39 a.m.: Jail activity 12:07 p.m.: Medical assistance requested in the 300 block of Second Street for fall 2:59 p.m: Medical assistance requested in the 2400 block of 640th Street for fall 4:19 p.m.: Emergency transport 4:46 p.m.: Emergency transport 6:38 p.m.: Emergency transport 8:10 p.m.: Report of reckless driving on Highway 20 9:30 p.m.: Vandalism reported in the 100 block of Lubeck Street 9:47 p.m.: Alarm call Tuesday, Dec. 27 Of icers received 23 calls for service. Among the calls were 10 traf ic stops and one call for jail activity. 9:37 a.m.: Call to talk to an of icer 10:18 a.m.: Call to talk to an of icer 10:56 a.m.: Report of reckless driving, speeding on Highway 20 12:44 p.m.: Report of reckless driving, speeding on Highway 175 12:48 p.m.: Report of hit and run in the 600 block of First Street 2:09 p.m.: Emergency transport 2:23 p.m.: Parking complaint in the 400 block of Third Street 4:11 p.m.: Suspicious person/ activity reported on Indian Avenue 4:30 p.m.: Warrant served at the Ida County Courthouse, arrest made 4:56 p.m.: Emergency transport 5:49 p.m.: Medical assistance requested for unresponsive/not breathing at Char-Mac 10:38 p.m.: Assisted motorist on Highway 175 Wednesday, Dec. 28 Of icers received 31 calls for service. Among the calls were 19 traf ic stops and two calls for jail activity. 2:54 a.m.: Call to talk to an of icer 8 a.m.: Traf ic control requested in the 200 block of Altona Street 11:56 a.m.: Warrant served at the Ida County Courthouse 4:44 p.m.: Warrant served at the Ida County Courthouse 4:58 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 600 block of Fairlane Street 5:17 p.m.: Non-medical transport 5:33 p.m.: Non-medical transport 7:06 p.m.: Structure/vehicle ire reported in the 6200 block of 300th Street 7:32 p.m.: Emergency transport 9 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity reported in the 100 block of King Street

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Christmas Eve accident claims life Sac County Sheriff’s Of ice, Iowa State Patrol and Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement continue to investigate a fourvehicle accident that claimed the life of an Odebolt woman on Dec. 24 at 8:24 a.m. The accident occurred a mile and a quarter west of Lake View on Highway 175. Gary Wayne Rohlf, 64, of Odebolt was the driver of a pickup that was struck head-on in the fog when a westbound semi-tractor trailer came into Rohlf’s lane while passing Richard Dale Daisy, 77,

of Lake City. Rohlf’s wife, Sharon Irene Rohlf, 65, was a front-seat passenger and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the semi-tractor trailer is identi ied as Ivan Milosevic, 24, of Chicago, Ill. Kiwan AlDaloi, 27, of Allen, Texas, was a passenger in the semitractor trailer. Rohlf’s pickup was then rear-ended by Jeanette Fertig, 61, of Odebolt. Fertig’s passenger was Barbra Scott, 73, also of Odebolt. Sac County Ambulances from Lake View and Sac City

transported Gary Rohlf, Fertig and Scott to Loring Hospital in Sac City. Milosevic and AlDaloi were transported to Loring Hospital by law enforcement. Rohlf and Scott were transported to Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City with critical injuries. Fertig was treated at Loring Hospital. Milosevic and AlDaloi were treated and released. Daisy was not injured in the accident. Lake View Police, Lake View Fire, Wall Lake Fire and ambulances from Lake View and Sac City all responded.

Silver choir: The Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove High School silver choir (freshmen) sang “Do You Hear What I Hear,”“I’ll Be Home For Christmas” and “Jingle Bell Rock” during the annual high school concert Dec. 12. Other groups performing were the purple and black choir, jazz band and concert band. (Courier photo by Deb Loger)

Sheriff’s office releases November statistics The Ida County Sheriff’s Of ice released statistics for November at the Ida County Public Safety and Communication Commission meeting Dec. 20 in Ida Grove. Patrol hours totaled 1,208 hours in November. November patrol hours by district were: Ida Grove—348, Holstein—197.5, Battle Creek—152.5, Galva—95.5, Arthur—115, rural—277.5 and other 22. During November, 39 hours were spent on special investigations, 44 hours in the of ice, 14 hours in training/meetings, 28.5 vacation hours were used and 71.5 hours of comp time were used. Of icers served 93 civil papers, investigated eight accidents, conducted 980 premise checks, assisted four motorists and two citizens and investigated 886 complaints. Deputies logged 16,938 miles in November. November monetary losses due to theft, burglary or criminal mischief totaled $19,295. A total of 259 citations were issued in November as follows: Arthur—three, Battle Creek—14, Galva—23, Holstein—two, Ida Grove—28 and rural—189. A total of 30 inmates (16 males and 14 females) were booked into the Ida County Jail in November on ive felonies and 25 misdemeanors. There were 886 calls for service in November, down from the 898 calls in November 2015. Calls for

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service through November totaled 9,936, up from the 8,736 calls from the same time period a year ago. Total complaints called in two or more times were: Arthur—A total of 16 calls with four for civil processes, three for traf ic stops and two for medicalsick. Battle Creek—A total of 71 calls with 16 for traf ic stops; eight for warrant checks; six each for medical-sick and suspicious behavior; ive for civil processes; four for animal calls; three each for medicalfalls and talk to an of icer and two each for fraud, medical-breathing and thefts. Galva—A total of 24 calls with 13 traf ic stops, three for civil processes and two each for assist other agencies and warrant checks. Holstein—A total of 80 calls with 12 traf ic stops; seven for civil processes; four each for medicalsick, parking, talk to an of icer and warrant checks; three each for 911 abandoned calls, assistance, medical-breathing and medical-chest and two each for criminal complaints, medical-trauma, reckless driving, thefts, unlocking doors and vandalism. Ida Grove—There were 216 calls for service with 42 for traf ic stops; 37 for civil processes; 21 talk to an of icer; 16 for medical emergency transfers; eight for suspicious behavior; six for unlocking doors; ive for animal calls and four each for medical-falls, medical-sick,

road hazards, thefts and vandalism. Also, three each for property damage accidents, alarms, assistance, civil disputes family, harassment, health and safety checks and welfare checks and two each for motor vehicle assistance, property damage accident involving animals, committals, criminal complaints, extra patrols, medical transfers and parking. Rural—A total of 479 calls for service with 173 for traf ic stops; 28 for jail; 24 for phone; 22 for 911 abandoned calls; 16 for civil processes; 15 each for 911 transfers and animal calls; 13 for warrants; 12 for property damage accidents involving animals; 10 each for ire department controlled burns, jail booking/prints/etc. and vandalism; nine each for motor vehicle assistance and reckless driving and eight for assisting other agencies. Also, seven for suspended/revoked/denied/no driver’s license; six for road hazards; ive each for 911 wrong numbers, fraud and health and safety checks; four each for transfers and unlocking doors; three each for warrant checks, assistance, emergency protective order entered, ire department brush ires and sex offender registry and two each for property damage accidents, alarms, criminal complaints, ire department vehicle ire, property found, road closed and traf ic.

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