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The Iowa Transportation Commission will act on the draft fiscal year 2018-22 Iowa Transportation Improvement Program during its meeting June 13. The program reflects Iowa’s multimodal transportation system through inclusion of investments in aviation, transit, railroads, trails and highways. The commission and the Iowa DOT remain committed to providing modern, safe and efficient transportation services to the public. Local projects in the 2017 general aviation development projects program included runway rehabilitation at the Ida Grove Airport. The total cost was 49,000 with the state’s cost at 36,750. Local projects included in the five-year highway program include: Ida County Ida County projects in 2018 include bridge deck overlays over Silver Creek on Highway 59 1.1 mile north of D15 for 309,000 and 2.1 miles north of D15 for 324,000. Highway 20 projects programmed for 2019 in Ida County include: 209,000 for erosion control from Correctionville to the west junction of Highway 59, 209,000 for erosion control from the east junc-

tion of Highway 59 to west of Adams Avenue, 1,396,000 for bridge replacement over the Soldier River 1.2 miles north of D54 and 1,000 for right-of-way for the bridge replacement over the Soldier River north of D54. Sac County In 2019, 235,000 is programmed for erosion control on Highway 20 from west of Adams Avenue to Highway 71. In 2021, 400,000 is earmarked for a bridge rehab over a stream on Highway 39 2.4 miles south of D59. Living roadway trust Sac County has one living roadway trust fund project funded for fiscal year 2017. The project is 10,000 for dedicated heavy-duty truck. Projects funded with increased revenue Ida County has two projects funded with increased revenue in 2019. The projects are erosion control on Highway 20 from Correctionville to the west junction of Highway 59 ( 209,000) and from the east junction of Highway 59 to west of Adams Avenue ( 209,000). Sac County has one project in 2019 for erosion control on Highway 20 from west of Adams Avenue to west of Highway 71, 235,000.

Reynolds selects IG native as deputy chief of staff Tim Albrecht rejoins Iowa Governor Kim Reynold’s of ice as deputy chief of staff and senior advisor. He served as the Branstad-Reynolds communications director from 200913. Last year, he launched Albrecht Public Relations and co-founded bipartisan polling irm RABA Research. Albrecht, 39, is an Ida Grove native. He has a public relations degree from the University of Northern Iowa. Gov. Kim Reynolds selected Adam Gregg as her lieutenant governor. Gregg, 34, who was the state public defender, will serve in an acting capacity, ful illing all duties of the lieutenant governor’s of ice through the January 2019 inauguration. In addition to his executive branch leadership and work in the courts, Gregg also served as the Governor’s Of ice’s top legislative advisor from December 2012-June 2014. In this role, he helped in the crafting and adoption

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World War II recognition: Several members of the Ida Grove American Legion Post were honored for their service during World War II, during Memorial Day services at Skate Palace. The veterans who were honored include, from left, Phillip Sykes, Orlan Ehler, Morelle Christiansen, G.C. Boysen (front), Dr. Leo Samson and Tom Odgaard. Other veterans who were honored include Alden Backhaus, Willis Baughman, John Holst, Paul Lindgren, Betty McIntosh, Jack Wright, Donald Sievers and Ray Taphorn. See a special insert in this week’s Courier for more pictures from area Memorial Day services.

O-A/BC-IG special elec on voter informa on The Odebolt-Arthur and Battle Creek-Ida Grove School Districts will hold a special election on Tuesday, June 27, from noon to 8 p.m. to vote on the petition for reorganization and revenue purpose statement. Ida County polling places are the Battle Creek Community Center and Ida Grove Rec Center. Sac County polling places are the Arthur Community Building and Odebolt Fire Station. Voter registration: •An eligible resident may register to vote now through

the day of the election. •Voter registration forms are available in Sac County at Sac County online at www. saccounty.org, or they will mail them to you, you can pick them up at the Sac County Auditor’s Of ice or you can pick them up at the school of ice in Odebolt. •Voter registrations forms are available in Ida County by picking them up at the Ida County Auditor’s Of ice, or you may request that they mail a form to you or you may pick them up at the school of ices in each building in Ida Grove.

•If an eligible resident chooses to register at the voting site on the day of the election, they would need to: present a valid driver’s license that has their current resident address on it, or provide a current bill that the resident received at their residence or have someone who lives in their voting precinct attest to their residency at the voting site. •An eligible resident is a citizen of the United States, has not been convicted of a felony (or has had their voting rights (continued on page 2)

BC alumni banquet guest of honor named

Tim Albrecht of the governor’s bipartisan budget and policy agenda over the course of the 85th General Assembly. He assisted in navigating through the legislature a balanced budget, transformational education reform and the largest tax cut in Iowa history, among other (continued on page 2)

Dr. Duane Fowler will be the guest of honor at the annual Battle Creek Alumni Banquet and all school reunion on Monday, July 3. The reunion will be held at the Presbyterian Church with a social time at 5:30 p.m., anniversary class photos at 6 p.m. and the meal served about 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at First State Bank in Battle Creek and Ida Grove and also BC Bakery and Cafe. Fowler was born in 1939 in the Battle Creek hospital to parents Lynn and Annie (Kirkholm) Fowler. His father and grandmother were born on the family farm where Duane grew up. It had been purchased from the railroad in 1873 by his great-grandparents, Jesse and Esther

Dr. Duane Fowler Lewis. Duane’s father, Lynn, was the first of many Fowlers to graduate from Battle Creek

High School (BCHS) between the years of 1913 and 1920, and his mother, Annie, graduated from BCHS in 1923. He has an older sister, Audrey, who graduated from BCHS in 1953. Although at a young age vowing not to marry a farmer, she has been married to Loren Dittmer for 61 years, and they raised their family on a farm in the Holstein area. Duane says she broke ground for him as he started school in country school and transferred to town school in the fifth grade. “She kept me in line, but, frequently, informed our parents of my less-than-stellar behavior. She always set the standard for me in academic (continued on page 2)

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PAGE TWO more of the Courier’s front page Glawe says good-bye to chalkboard a er 33 years of teaching

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Holstein lifeguards: The Holstein pool is open for the summer. The lifeguards have adopted the theme of “Pool Watch” for the 2017 season. The lifeguard crew includes, front from left, Hanna Blackmore, Tara Redenius, Sierra Deck and Lora Brummer and back from left, Evan Leuschen, Russell Brummer, Destiny VanBeek, Jaden Droegmiller and pool manager Donna Bremer. Renae Wiese is also a lifeguard.

more about — (continued from front page) priorities. Other staff appointments include: Jake Ketzner as chief of staff; Ryan Koopmans as chief policy advisor and senior legal counsel; Catherine Huggins as chief advisor and Brenna Smith as press secretary. These members of the governor’s staff will assume new

more about — (continued from front page) performance.” Fowler had an active and successful high school career in Battle Creek. He participated in band and choir and in school plays. In track, he ran a 220 on the sprint medley relay that qualified for state. He was the center on the basketball team that went 20 and one his senior year. His finest achievements were undoubtedly in the academic area where he was the class valedictorian in 1957. He won the math competition as a senior, conducted by the University of South Dakota. This was given to high school students in the four-state area. Fowler then attended USD

more about — (continued from front page) restored), is at least 18 years old on the day of the election, lives at the address listed on the registration form, has not been ruled incompetent to vote and does not claim the right to vote anywhere else. Voting methods: (Ballots are available now at the Ida and Sac County Auditors’ Of ices) •An eligible resident may vote on the day of the election at the voting site that covers the part of the school district that they reside in. •An eligible resident may vote early by going to the courthouse of the county that their school district is located in, Ida or Sac, and completing an absentee ballot. •An eligible resident may request an absentee ballot by phone or by mail from the Ida County Auditor’s Of ice any time but preferably no later than Friday, June 16, and an absentee ballot can be picked

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roles: Stephanie Groen is now state-federal relations director in Washington, D.C., Margaret Hough is now director of boards and commissions and Colin Smith is now legal counsel. The remaining members of the governor’s staff will continue in their current roles: Christina Bettini, public liaison; Linda Fandel, policy

advisor; Nathan Hohnstein, deputy director of boards and commissions; Leo Hough, as of ice manager; Austin Jacobs, scheduler and communications advisor; Kayla Lyon, policy advisor; Josh Mechaelsen, administrative assistant; Cord Overton, policy advisor; Nic Pottebaum, policy advisor and Ted Stopulos, as legislative liaison.

. . . guest of honor where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in math and physics. He participated in the R.O.T.C. program and served two years as an officer in the U.S. Army Signal Corps. In addition to USD, he received degrees from Kansas State University and the University of Iowa. He then had a faculty position in the physics department at Eastern Illinois University for two years. He moved on to Northern Michigan University (NMU) where he held faculty and administrative positions in the physics department and the Seaborg Center for Science and Mathematics. Fowler took a year of absence from NMU to spend a year as

a physics faculty member at the Technological Institute of Malaysia. He retired in 2005 after 37 years at NMU. Fowler married Theresa Welchert in 1962. They have been married 55 years and have five children; three are married. They also have nine grandchildren (two are married) and one stepgreat-grandson. He and Teresa have lived in Marquette, Mich., since 1968 and have no plans to leave any time soon. He has spent his time since retiring on volunteer work, genealogy, traveling and playing duplicate bridge. The BC Alumni Association offers congratulations to alumnus Dr. Fowler for his many achievements in life.

. . . special elec on up at the Auditor’s Of ice in person between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. •An eligible resident may request an absentee ballot by phone, by mail or online from the Sac County Auditor’s Of ice at any time but preferably no later than Friday, June 16, and an absentee ballot can be picked up at the Auditor’s

Of ice in person between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. •An absentee ballot must be postmarked no later than Monday, June 26, or delivered in person to the county auditor’s of ice the day of the election to be valid. To be safe, an absentee ballot should be mailed no later than Friday, June 23.

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Battle Creek-Ida Grove teacher Jennifer Glawe is retiring after 33 years in the teaching field. She said, “I wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember. My parents gave me a chalkboard when I was a young child. I would bribe my older brothers to be my students, and I would be the teacher. When entering school as a kindergartener, I loved everything about it, from the smell of chalk dust, using lumpy paste and the never-ending supply of books. The dream to be a teacher never waived as I went through all of my school years in Ida Grove and then on to college. I had many good teachers that helped foster that desire.” Upon graduating from Buena Vista College (now University) in 1984, Glawe was hired for her first teaching job at Ida Grove Elementary School. She said she feels very fortunate to have been able to spend her entire career at her hometown school. “My first position as a fifth and sixth grade remedial reading teacher set the path for reading being my passion throughout my 33year career. I have come full circle, as I spend part of my day, during this final year, working with at-risk reading students. Being a classroom teacher has brought me great joy as well. I spent a few years teaching kindergarten and second grade, but, more than 25 years have been spent in third grade,” said Glawe. “Some of the highlights for me in third grade were teaching cursive writing and multiplication, as well as our traditional Grandparents’ Day and patriotic programs.” Glawe continued, “I have many memorable moments with the staff and students, most which are small, funny or heart-warming daily interactions. It really is the small stuff that you hang on to. However, the ribbon-cutting and opening of the two latest additions to our elementary will be days I long remember. It still amazes me that we have such a wonderful large gym at our building. “Like many teachers, something stirs within me each August as I begin to prepare my room for a new batch of students. There is

Jennifer Glawe always an excitement and anticipation of the year ahead. I know I will miss that emotion. Getting out of the mind-set of always looking for teaching ideas, methods and supplies will be a change as well. But, most of all, I will miss watching children learn, working with caring families and my coworkers that have become treasured friends.” How have things changed in 33 years of teaching? “Yes, things have changed in education over the last 33 years. As with most careers, technology has been the game changer. My ‘claim to fame’ is that I arrive at Ida Grove Elementary the same year (1984) as the first computer. There was one computer in each of the two hallways. The computer on a cart, along with five floppy discs, was rolled into each classroom for half a day each week. We thought we were on the cutting edge of technology. Although it has been a challenge to keep up with, technology in the classroom has been a wonderful and helpful teaching tool as the rigor and high standards continue to grow in education each year. Today, the board I instruct from, my grade book, most of my assessments and all 18 of my students at the same time are on the computer. “In my opinion, some of the changes are not as positive. The Department of Education is much more

involved in the instruction and assessment requirements within the classroom. I personally struggle with meeting these requirements and still have the time to do what I feel is best practice for the education of the whole child. Our classrooms today see more students that struggle with poverty and emotional distress. My hope would be that more local control will return to public education in the near future.” What are her retirement plans? “I plan to read a novel and not write comprehension questions about it. Hopefully, I will no longer analyze the reading miscues of the person sitting behind me during the responsive reading in church. These are true signs of too many years spent teaching reading. “Seriously, I have no definite plans for my retirement, other than spending some quality time with my family. I would like to go on a few adventures with my mother, since she did buy me that first chalkboard. I have been blessed with a husband that has built more tepees and props than he cares to remember, and my daughters have shared their mom with about 20 other kids their entire life. Now, I am all theirs,” Glawe said. “I wish to thank the O-A/ BC-IG communities for their support during the last 33 years.”

WHAT: An open meeting to hear what the wind developers won’t tell you. WHEN: Thursday, June 8, 2017, 7:00 pm WHERE: The Rosemary Clausen Center in Holstein WHO: The Citizens for Ida County invite the public, rural and urban residents of Ida County, to attend this open meeting to hear from experts who have provided legal counsel for many counties, states, and individuals concerning wind energy issues and who are not affiliated with any wind developers. SPEAKERS: • Kristine Tidgren, assistant director and attorney, Iowa State’s Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation: “Wind Energy Agreements: Some Legal Considerations” – • David Domina, attorney Domina Law Group, Omaha, NE “Nuisance Business Activity and How Appropriate Zoning Can Prevent Problems”• “Potential Impact on Property Values ” • Area and local residents: “Personal Experiences and Impacts with Health, Legal, and GPS Farming Issues” • Q and A session WHY: Learn how these turbines could possibly affect your life, health, and environment for the next 42 years!! • You will not want to miss this meeting.

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Niemeier hanging up cleaning equipment a er 35 years Denny Niemeier started work for Galva-Holstein Schools in February 1982. He said, “Back then I was the night custodian, which meant that my day started at 2 p.m. and I worked until 10 p.m. or whenever I would get things cleaned up after any events that were happening at the school. I also worked weekends if there was something going on at the school. At that time it was also my job to help with snow removal, which meant that sometimes I would be there until 11 or 11:30 p.m. and still have to be there by 4 or 5 a.m. to help move snow. I have always been at the high school in Holstein.” In 1990, the head custodian at the time retired and Niemeier was promoted with his hours changing from evening to morning hours, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Niemeier said, “We always worked similar hours during the summer months so it wasn’t a huge adjustment for me. I went from general cleaning to being responsible for ordering supplies, doing most of the maintenance and in charge of the other custodians and their duties.” What has been the biggest change at the school in his 35 years as custodian? According to Niemeier, the biggest change at school has been all of the building projects that have been done. In 1998, the old middle school in Galva came down and was replaced with a new building. At the same time the elementary building in Holstein came down and a new elementary building was added onto the high school building along with a new commons area and the court yard area was illed

Denny Niemeier in with classrooms and a media center. “I’m not sure of the year but we relocated the baseball ield and installed a new all weather track and football bleachers, not all in the same year. In 2007, we added new locker rooms, coaches’ of ices and storerooms between the gymnasium and the shop building. The Rosemary Clausen Center for the Performing Arts was added in 2010 and in 2014 the science wing was added onto the north side of the high school. Last fall we completed installing a new gym loor at the high school.” Niemeier said, “My fondest memories come from the people that I have worked with over the years and just being able to have a lot of lasting relations with them and the students and especially after the students have graduated and have families of their own and seeing their kids come through the school system, it’s pretty awesome. “One interesting tale that I have is that one morning when

I got to work Sheryle Ehlers, who was the other custodian at the high school, told me to go check out the boys restroom at the end of the hallway and when I went in and turned the light on there were about ive or six pigs sleeping on the loor. Well at the time I thought I should be upset about it but all I could do was laugh. I still get a chuckle out of it whenever I tell the story to someone. Honestly, I could smell them way before I got to the restroom.” Niemeier plans on taking a couple of weeks off and do a little ishing and gol ing before he does anything else. He plans on doing a little handyman work in the area and also is planning on working at least part time for Holstein Electric. He has a couple of other irons in the ire besides that including spending more time with the family and getting to see his grandkids more often. “I think that I will mostly miss the people that I am working with and the people that have moved on to other things but I still have connections with. I also will surely miss all of the elementary kids because they are so innocent and they just want somebody to acknowledge them with a high ive or a good morning or some kind of funny remark that makes them laugh. That really is why we all work there I think. It really is all about the kids. “I would like to say that it really has been a great experience working at GalvaHolstein and I would like to thank all of the people who have worked or gone to school there over the last 35 years for making it such a great place to work.”

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Farmers’ market: The Ida Area Farmers’ Market opened for the season in downtown Ida Grove Thursday. The market, which offers locally grown produce, crafts and baked goods, will be open every Thursday through Sept. 28 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Kinderfest theme ‘Bringin’ the Farm to Town’ Holstein’s 127th Kinderfest celebration is Thursday, Friday and Saturday, June 15-17. This year’s theme is “Bringin’ the Farm to Town.” Thursday, June 15: The Holstein Heritage Foundation will have the country school museum open from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Activities at the State Theatre are free and include: burgers and chips at 6 p.m., provided by the Ida County Cattlemen’s Association, and, at 7 p.m., Nickoledeon’s movie, “Barnyard.” Friday’s activity is karaoke at 9 p.m. at Backdraft Bar and Grill. Saturday’s activities begin at 8 a.m. with a 5K run/walk at Lohff-Schumann Memorial Community Center and, at 9 a.m., cornhole tournament at the city park.

The annual parade starts in the Holstein Super Market parking lot at noon. Registration will be in the parking lot prior to the parade. Free wristbands for in latables are available to all kids who participate in the parade. Events in the park include: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kiwanis Lunch (hot dogs, hamburgers, brats, chips and drink) and Relay For Life cupcakes; noon Backdraft barbecue; 12:30 p.m. German

Band; 1 p.m. cakewalk and pedal pull ( ire department raf le to follow pedal pull) and 2 p.m. cow pie bingo. All-day events in the park are in latables, water games, petting zoo, bingo, barrel trains, sidekick caricatures, plinko (UBI), basket raf le, boy and girl bike raf le and root beer loats. Food in the park includes: the Kiwanis lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (hotdogs, hamburgers, brats, chips, drink); Backdraft-barbecue, funnel cakes-lodge and root beer loats. At 6 p.m., a magician will perform at the Rosemary Clausen Center for Performing Arts. Other events are a lip sync battle at Backdraft Bar and Grill at 9 p.m.

Koth’s retirement plans include spending time with grand girls, reading Carmen Koth is retiring at the end of the current school year after 31 years in the teaching field. She started her career teaching second grade for two and a half years in a small town near Clarinda in southwest Iowa before moving to Galva-Holstein. She said, “I started out as a journalism major and I passed the child development lab every day and watched the teachers with the little ones. I loved how creative they were with the children and how much fun it was so I switched my major to child development and elementary education. Then when I got to Galva-Holstein I picked up my secondary education endorsement.”

Carmen Koth When she started at GalvaHolstein she taught TAG for a while when she started

working at Galva-Holstein. The remainder of her career at Galva-Holstein and Ridge View High School has been teaching junior high English and then high school English. Koth said, “I love watching what these students become. I see all the impressive occupations they have. I feel proud of our small towns and our state. I will miss all the teachers I work with. I will also miss the students and their creative minds.” She said one of the biggest changes in the education field is cell phones. Her retirement plans include spending time with her grand girls and reading books.

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Pledge completed: NEW Cooperative Foundation completed its $25,000 pledge to St. Anthony Foundation on May 1. From left to right: Ed Smith, St. Anthony president and CEO; Gary Moritz, NEW Cooperative Foundation director, and Trish Roberts, St. Anthony Foundation development director.

NEW Cooperative completes pledge NEW Cooperative Foundation Director Gary Moritz presented a $5,000 check to the St. Anthony Foundation May 1. The donation, made on behalf of NEW Cooperative and the Land O’ Lakes Foundation, completed the organization’s pledge of $25,000 to the St. Anthony Foundation Pastoral Care Endowment. The funds will be used to assure spiritual care will always remain a vital part of the holistic care offered

to the patients and families of St. Anthony. “For more than a century, St. Anthony’s mission has been to serve the spiritual and health care needs of our patients and our community,” said Trish Roberts, St. Anthony Foundation development director. “Through the Pastoral Care Endowment, we are able to continue our spiritual care ministry at St. Anthony Regional Hospital and Nursing

Home today and for generations to come.” The goal of the NEW Cooperative Foundation is to help support community betterment organizations, youth and agriculture in the communities its members reside. “It is with great pleasure that the NEW Cooperative Foundation was able to pledge to this endowment to serve the many patients and families in the Carroll area,” said Moritz.

G-H Elementary announces end of year awards Galva-Holstein Elementary held its annual end of the year awards ceremony May 26. Students received a variety of awards as follows: Harvest Publications: Lower elementary—Chloe Kinney, Bree Otto and Jace Ruble. Upper elementary—Sydney Blackmore, Gabi Mason, Kiara Luscombe, Jesus Mendoza, Sara Schroder, Cayden Clausen, Morgan Wright (fifth classroom), Morgan Wright (art) and Molly Reiss. Near perfect attendance: Kindergarten—Chloe Kinney and Leo Nedved; first

FCA gives scholarships Wind Energy Meeting Invenergy LLC would like to invite the Ida County First Cooperative Association headquartered in Cherokee with 23 locations in northwest Iowa awarded 20 $500 scholarships to chosen graduates in their trade area. Since 1997 more than $154,000 has been given to

local graduates to further their education in a variety of ields. Area students receiving scholarships were: Ridge View High School in Holstein—Cole Degen, Evan Else and Jon Pickhinke.

public to a end an informa onal mee ng regarding wind energy and the proposed wind project in Ida County. The mee ng is open to the public and will be held on Monday, June 19, 2017, beginning at 6:30 pm at the Rosemary Clausen Center for Performing Arts in Holstein, IA.

grade—Alex Pribble, Ethan Kirchner and Cora Tesch; second grade—Raif Jensen and Jonathan Friedrichsen; third grade—Quinton Wittrock and Aaron Kirchner; fourth grade—Brody Bisenius, Lacey Steineke and Gabi Mason and fifth grade—Leanna Vincent, Daniel Mendoza, Abigail Else, Jessie Naylor and Kiersten Volkert. Perfect attendance: Kindergarten—Kenny Jahnke; first grade—Derek Heilman; third grade—Addison Tesch

and Tyler Friedrichsen; fourth grade—Ethan Dutler and fifth grade—Jesus Mendoza and Gael Parra. Receiving Educational Excellence awards were Kyle Burk, Carson Harriman, Elle Juelfs, Noah Struck, Addison Voge, Lillian Whitmer, Kellen Jensen, Josie Schechinger, Kiara Luscombe and Jack Todd. Educational Achievement awards went to Brody Bisenius, Ethan Dutler, Cadey Vohs and Benton Albers.

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Dray service: The Galva dray service in the early 1900s was operated by Bert and Harry Kellogg. Bert and Butch Baumann are pictured in front of the hotel, restaurant and theater, all operated by the Hoops family.

Out of the Past Forty years ago Plans to widen Highways 59 and 175 to four lanes through Ida Grove have to start over at the beginning. Department of Transportation of icials say that means going back to a point before 1974 when the project was irst considered. DOT representative Jim Bump of Sioux City reported it would be at least 1983 before construction started on the project. The Ida Grove Jaycees annual ly-in breakfast is June 19. The ly-in coincides with Father’s Day each year. The event attracted 133 airplanes last year. A similar number is expected this year. Dennis and Sandra Calligan of icially took over ownership of the Parkview Drive-In in Ida Grove in May. The Calligans recently moved to Ida Grove from Decatur, Ill. The drive-in will now be known as Denny’s Drive-In. Thirty years ago The Ida County Historical Society discussed the condition of the old Stagecoach Inn at Moorehead Park during its meeting May 25. The Ida County Conservation Board noti ied the Society

that the deteriorating building is a hazard and should be restored or razed, or a fence should enclose the area. An effort to raise funds to restore the building, which is listed on the national historical register, is underway. On the heels of a major overhaul of the city water system, the Holstein City Council discussed progress on the city’s next major project, a state-required wastewater improvement program. A permit for building a new sewer system has been obtained and Phase I, cleaning of the lagoon and installing of the close structure, may begin. Cost of Phase I is estimated at $110,000. Twenty years ago Rev. Jonathon Wade addressed members of the Ida Grove Baptist Church Sunday during groundbreaking ceremonies for the congregation’s new church in Hillcrest Addition. Some dirt work has been completed. Between 100 to 150 Baptists from across the country will be in Ida Grove the week of July 21 to construct the new church. The Galva-Holstein School Board approved 1997-98

salaries for administrators Monday. High School Principal Jan Brandhorst ($55,145), Elementary Principal Dr. Harold Post ($56,095) and Middle School Principal Dennis Ohde ($51,495). Ten years ago A full week of activities has been planned in observance of Holstein’s quasquicentennial celebration June 9-17. The opening ceremonies include opening the time capsule, introduction of German visitors and a performance by the Holstein German Band. United Bank of Iowa is gearing up to celebrate its 75th anniversary this summer with a variety of promotions and special events. UBI began as Ida County State Bank in 1932. Maple River Energy, LLC reports it’s more than 96 percent sold and is attempting to close its equity drive. More than 200 investors have come forward to support a project to build a three-million-bushel soybean crush plant and ive-million-gallon-a-year biodiesel production facility south of Galva.

by Chelsea Gross Recreation director Art Week forms are still available. It will be held the week of June 19 (MondayWednesday-Friday). There are two age groups: six-eight years old and nine-11 years old. Get signed up now, as there are a limited number of spots available. Our next group painting party will be held on Thursday, June 8, at 6 p.m. Call the rec center to reserve your spot and for fee information. All itness classes are offered with a paid membership. Pilates are held on Mondays at 8 a.m. Tabitha Bockelman is the instructor. Step aerobics are held on Wednesdays at 8 a.m. and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. Bock-

“The governor’s appointment of Adam Gregg to lieutenant governor shows the vision, strength and heart of Iowa’s executive branch,” said Gwen Ecklund, president of the Iowa Federation of Republican Women. Gov. Kim Reynolds, who was sworn in as Iowa’s 43rd governor on May 23, appointed Adam Gregg, the state’s public defender, as her lieutenant governor today. “From our irst meeting on

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Greetings, moviegoers. Playing at the State this weekend is: “The Boss Baby” (PG). A suit-wearing, briefcasecarrying baby (Alec Baldwin) pairs up with his seven-year old brother to stop the dastardly plot of the CEO of Puppy Co. Save the date: Kick off Kinderfest on Thursday, June 15 with the Ida County Cattlemen and the State Theatre with our “Dinner And A Movie” free event. Dinner at 6 p.m., Movie “Barnyard” PG at 7 p.m. Limit irst 150 moviegoers. Coming soon: “Going In Style” (Kinderfest weekend), “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales,” “Captain Underpants” and “Wonder Woman.” For more information, visit www.holsteinstatetheatre.com and “Like” our Facebook Page. Call (712) 368-6226 for show times.

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Letter to the Editor To the editor: Speaking of money… There is a good neighbor policy, or some such contract, loating around with which wind energy companies want you to agree. I have seen such a contract. Here’s a chance for you to cash in on all the free money being thrown around. Apparently, if something is so distasteful or can’t stand on its own merits, the answer is to pay people huge sums of money to convince landowners to allow it to happen anyway. I mean, we all have a price, right? Let’s buy our way into the hearts of the people in Ida County. This agreement states that the “Developer wishes to ob-

tain Effects, Sound and Shadow Easements from landowners who are neighbors of the Wind Farm.” Basically, it’s a hold-harmless easement agreement that says you won’t take any action against their company for, what they describe in their own agreement as, “shadows or licker” or “impact view or visual effects from the Owner’s Property.” This hold-harmless easement agreement on adjacent property owners goes on to include these effects: “cause or emit noise, vibration, air turbulence, wake and electromagnetic and frequency interference.” Yikes. I’ve read studies on the awful effects of all of those things. Oh yeah, I forgot

“television interference” is listed, too. I suppose you could just move out of your home, as some Ida County residents are doing or thinking of doing. So, for a cool $10,000 you’ll be paid to disregard all the bad things for the next 40 years (the term of the easement agreement). I’ve heard that, if you ask for double what they’re offering, you could get it. So, step up and be a ‘good neighbor.’ If you really want to be a good neighbor, don’t sign up your land for wind turbines in the irst place. Then, your happy life will go on, and neighbors will still wave at neighbors. Cary K. Conover Holstein

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Community garden: Galva-Holstein third graders planted a community garden north of the school building in Holstein May 24. The garden consists of vegetable plants that the third graders started from seed. The vegetables are available to anyone in the Holstein area. The students ask you to only take what you can eat and try to leave some for others. If you see weeds to pull or the plants need to be watered, please pitch in and help the garden flourish.

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Lohff-Schumann by Libby Bagenstos Recreation director Farmers Market: Our community Farmers Market will run every Tuesday from 4–7 p.m. through October. We are currently seeking vendors of any kind. If interested, contact Lohff-Schumann 368-4817. Vollmar Motors Chevy Test Drive Summer Ball Fundraiser: Join us June 8 at 5:30 p.m. for hot dogs, apple pies, drinks and baseball from our friends at Vollmar Motors. Chevy cars will be available throughout the evening to test drive. For every test drive, Chevy will donate $25 to the Lohff-Schumann summer ball program. Art camp: This summer art camp is for children through ifth grade students hosted by professional artist Roxy Stevenson. Camp dates are July 17–20 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. To register, contact Lohff-Schumann. Fall pre-registration dance: Pre-registration for our fall dance program with professional instructor, Tina Mason is happening now. Co-ed softball: Only the irst 12 teams to register for the 2017 co-ed softball league will be accepted. Kinderfest Bringing the Farm to Town 5K Obstacle: This is a 5K for the whole family. There will be optional farming obstacles throughout the course for all to enjoy and complete. Start time will be 9 a.m. entry

fee includes the cost of race tshirt. Intro to volleyball camp: Aug. 7–9 Premier Volleyball Coaches Darci Boling and Sara Jensen will host fourth and ifth grade athletes from 9 to 11 a.m. For more information or to register visit www. nwipremier.com. Ambush Basketball Camp: We will host the Ambush Basketball Camp again this summer on July 14 for students irst–12th grade: eighth-12th grade from 8 to 11 a.m., fourth through seventh grade from 11:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m., irst through third grade from 2:30-3:45 p.m. To register contact Lohff-Schumann. Culpepper and Merriweather Circus: Be sure to mark your calendars and join us under the big top tent Sunday, July 30 as we welcome back the Culpepper and Meriweather Circus crew. Tickets and show times will be available soon. 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 LohffSchumann anytime. Money collected will be put towards new equipment. Birthday parties: Let Lohff-

Schumann make your child’s birthday party a hit. The fee includes admission for your entire group, use of our gym, community room and children’s room, which now includes an eye play system and games for all ages, for three hours, a decorated sheet cake and ice cream. If interested contact Bagenstos. Personal training: Personal training is always available at your convenience with Libby, Mel, Barb, Keely and Rayven. Stop in today and check out our specials. Fitness schedule May 8 – June 16 Monday: 5:45–6:30 a.m. Outdoor/Trail Workout (Barb); 9-9:45 a.m. Mommy and Me (Rayven); 9:45–10:30 a.m. Retired But Not Tired (Rayven) Tuesday: 5:45 – 6:30 a.m. Step, Weight, Cardio Combo (Mel); 6–6:45 p.m. Spinning (Rayven); 5:30–6:30 p.m. Zumba (Araceli) Wednesday: 5:45–6:30 a.m. Spinning (Barb); 5:45–6:30 a.m. Weights (Mel) Thursday: 5:45–6:30 a.m. Legs, Legs, Legs (Rayven); 9–9:45 a.m. Mommy and Me (Libby); 9:45–10:30 a.m. Retired But Not Tired (Libby); 5:30–6:30 p.m. Zumba (Araceli) Friday: 5:45–6:30 a.m. Fitness Mix (Libby) Saturday: 9–9:45 a.m. Zumba (Araceli)

Sole 2 Soul 125 South Main St. in Galva 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily 712-282-4426 www.Sole2SoulGalva.com TST popup workouts: Javier Tuel and the Tuel Shed Training team are leading a threemonth summer maintenance program that started June 1. Call 282-4426 for more details . The 30-minute work outs held on the irst Thursday of each month. Yoga: A seven-week session of yoga runs through July 24. Barb Gebers is our yoga instructor and these classes run approximately 50 minutes. Two spots are left. Call to sign up. Step aerobics/weight circuits: Step aerobics and weight training circuits will begin on Thursday, June 8 at 6 a.m. Classes will run through July 20. These 45-minute combo classes are taught by AFAA certi ied trainer Barb Gebers of Holstein. We have 14 steppers to use or you can bring your own. Call 282-4426 for fee information and to sign up. Essential oils make and take class: Molly Stoos, RN and Annie Pierce will be at The Meet-

ing Place on Tuesday, June 13 at 6:30 p.m. and will teach the public how to make summer spa products using essential oils. Stoos and Pierce will teach participants how to make body mists, lotions, bath izzies, hand sanitizers and liquid hand soaps. Each participant will receive recipes to take home and a free gift just for attending the class. Bring your own essential oils (any brand) and a friend to receive additional discounts. . To Paris With Love: It is 4,398 miles from Galva to the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. If your schedule will not allow you to get you there this summer, come make believe with us for a couple hours on Saturday, June 24. Chef Margo and The Cheferettes are coming back to The Meeting Place in Galva to host a lunch and learn program at 11 a.m., which will include French food and drinks, fun stories, educational facts, singing, fashion, science, poetry and more. For information on cost and to register by June 17, call 282-4426. Stroke Detection Screenings: Stroke Detection Plus will be screening individuals at The

Meeting Place in Galva on Tuesday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Appointments are necessary a week in advance. To set up an appointment and for fee information, call tollfree 1-877-732-8258. Zumba: Zumba runs through July 19. These 50-minute cardio dance classes are taught by Certi ied Zumba instructor Christi Ladwig of Ida Grove. Call 282-4426 for fee information and to sign up. The Meeting Place is the ideal place to host your special event. Call 282-4426 for information.

Galva-Holstein third graders planted a community garden north of the school building in Holstein May 24. The garden consists of vegetable plants that the third graders started from seed. The students planted six kinds of tomatoes and five kinds of peppers. They also planted potatoes and onions that were donated to the garden. Vine vegetables like cucumbers and several kinds

others. If you see weeds to pull or the plants need to be watered, please pitch in and help the garden flourish. If there is extra produce, the young gardeners may take it to the Farmer’s Market in Holstein. If the community garden is something you or your organization would like to get involved with, please contact Kelli Boyle at the Galva-Holstein Community School.

Bridging the Gap Festival - June 24 The second annual Bridging the Gap Festival will be held at the Prairie Pedlar Gardens north of Odebolt on Saturday, June 24 from 1-10 p.m. This fundraising event serves as a military and irst responder appreciation day to champion Operation Engage America (OEA), a nonpro it organization that hosts events promoting awareness for post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injuries. Operation Engage America organizes resource fairs that effectively pull together multiple resources, providing easy

access, awareness and support for those seeking help. This free public event is a festive celebration of honor and gratitude for veterans and irst responders. A freewill donation is appreciated. There will be fun for the whole family including a boot camp for kids, a bouncy house and in latible slides. The young at heart can scale a rock wall and participate in a variety of yard games that represent each branch of the military. An army of volunteers is coming together to plan and coordinate a patriotic festival

with musical entertainment, popcorn, a meal, veteran and parent testimonies and an auction. Test your throwing skills. You may be the one to dunk the Sac and Ida County sheriffs or Jerry Self, regional director for Senator Joni Ernst. Are they safe from getting wet? Come join us and have some fun. Full band performance by Nashville’s Dustin Bogue, a Sac County native and a rising star in country music will conclude the celebration from 7-10 p.m.

College News Two area students were named to the Concordia University, Neb. honors list for the spring 2017 semester. The top 25 percent of all undergraduate students who complete at least 12 credit hours qualify for the honors list. Named to the list were Christine Bennett of Ida Grove and Morgan German of Holstein. ***** Area students were honored at Buena Vista University’s annual student recognition dinner on April 29. Honored were Kyle Wiebers of Holstein. Wiebers received the following recognition: Wiebers received a Student Organization Leader award for his role in Psi Chi National Honor Society, a Student Organization Leader award for his role in Psychology Club, was elected to the Student Senate by the student body to represent the student voice on campus committees, consider concerns of the student body and assign student organizations’ inancial allocation and received the Wesselink Award established by the

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of squash were also planted. The students enjoyed planting romaine lettuce and cabbage as well. Since green beans are popular to many families, a couple rows of those were added to the garden. The vegetables this garden will produce are available to anyone in the Holstein area. All the students ask is that you only take what you can eat and try to leave some for

late Dr. William Wesselink. The income from this gift is used to support an annual award to an outstanding student. The award seeks to recognize a Buena Vista University student’s contribution to campus life in the broadest sense. Shania Wunschel of Arthur received the E. Horslund Student Internship Fund. Every year at BVU students have amazing opportunities to complete internships that help prepare them for their careers, do signi icant research in their discipline and travel nationally and internationally. ***** Five area students received degrees during Iowa State Uni-

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versity’s commencement ceremonies on May 26. Students and their degrees are as follows: Hailey Nailor of Holstein, Bachelor of Science, biochemistry; Patrick Billings of Ida Grove, Bachelor of Science, elementary education; Mallory Cates of Ida Grove, Bachelor of Science, marketing, management; Mariah Cates of Ida Grove, Bachelor of Fine Arts, graphic design and Cailin Carstensen of Odebolt, Bachelor of Science, agronomy, summa cum laude. ***** Erin Fineran of Arthur was named to the Morningside College dean’s list for the 2017 spring semester. She is a sophomore majoring in biology.

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Tulip festival: Golden Horizons residents visited the Orange City Tulip Festival earlier this year. Front from left: Lois Oxendale, Mildred Fleenor, Florence Wunschel and Bruce Snell. Back row, far right: Suelinn Nelson and Punky Schumacher.

School reorganiza on public mee ngs con nue The Odebolt-Arthur and Battle Creek-Ida Grove Community School Districts have scheduled a series of community meetings on the topic of reorganization. The purpose of each meeting is to provide all district patrons the opportunity to learn about the issues related to the question of reorganization, discuss the pros and cons of reorganization and the opportunity to ask questions and state their ideas and thoughts on reorganization prior to the special election that is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, June 27. Wednesday, June 7, at 7

p.m., in the O-A/BC-IG Middle School library in Odebolt. Wednesday, June 14, at 7 p.m., in the Battle Creek Community Center. Tuesday, June 20, at 7 p.m., in the O-A/BC-IG High School commons in Ida Grove. Wednesday, June 21 at 7 p.m., in the Arthur Community Building. Monday, June 26 at 7 p.m., in the O-A/BC-IG Middle School gym or library in Odebolt. Each meeting will follow the same format. Representatives from the Odebolt-Arthur and Battle Creek-Ida Grove school districts will be present, and all members of the school com-

munity are welcome to attend. For additional information on the issue of reorganization, check the O-A/BC-IG School District website at www.oabcig.org and click on the reorganization information tab for information on the issues related to reorganization and about voting in a special election. In addition, click on the facilities’ study information tab for information on the Joint Facilities Study Committee work currently underway that is tasked to inalize a comprehensive master facilities plan on behalf of both school districts.

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Shopping trip: Smiles all around as Willow Dale nursing home residents, staff and assisted living tenants visited the Southern Hills Mall in Sioux City for a day of shopping. From left to right are, Cathy Dose, Wilma Clausen, Christine Mahrt, Karen Krayenhagen, Joni Perkins, Cynthia Pair, Morrelle Christiansen, Joann Riessen, Dee Dee Steemken and Mary Ann Ortner.

Legion mural fund-raiser The Ida Grove American Legion is raising funds to have a patriotic mural painted on the wall at Skate Palace in Ida Grove. A Le Mars artist will do

the painting. Persons interested in donating to the project can contact Jack Holmes at 712-3643425.

Births Alex and Katelyn Warnke of Yankton, S.D., are the parents of a son, Elijah Francis, born May 3, 2017, at Yankton, S.D. Elijah weighed 6 lbs., 11 oz. Grandparents are Roger and Jean Susie of Kingsley and Bret and Linda Warnke of Ida Grove.

The Morningside Healthcare Community (Ida Grove) activity schedule for June 7-14 is: Wednesday—8 a.m. Devotions; 10:15 a.m. Current events; 2:30 p.m. Church with Pastor Freese. Thursday—8 a.m. Devotions; 9:30 a.m. Manicures; 2 p.m. Bingo. Friday—8 a.m. Devotions; 9:30 a.m. Reading; 1:30 p.m. Movie and popcorn. Saturday—2:30 p.m. Adult coloring social. Sunday—10:30 a.m. Coupon clipping. Monday—8 a.m. Devotions; 9:30 a.m. Auxiliary meeting; gardening. Tuesday—8 a.m. Devotions; going to the zoo; 10 a.m. Cowboy Jim; 2 p.m. Catholic bingo. Wednesday—8 a.m. Devotions; 10:15 a.m. Current events; 2:15 p.m. Church with Pastor Schroder.

OSC Schedule by Crystal Hopkins Activity director The Odebolt Specialty Care activity schedule for June 7-14: Wednesday—10:15 a.m. Catholic communion; 2:30 p.m. Art project. Thursday—10 a.m. WESCO; 2:30 p.m. Men’s Group. Friday—10 a.m. Word games, 2:30 p.m. Bingo. Saturday—3 p.m. Movie and popcorn; 7 p.m. Lawrence Welk. Sunday—2:30 p.m. Bethel Lutheran, Kiron; 3 p.m. Social. Monday—10 a.m. Cowboy Jim; 2:30 p.m. Dear Abby. Tuesday—10 a.m. Art project; 2:30 p.m. Bingo. Wednesday—10:15 a.m. Catholic communion; 10:30 a.m. Bible Chat with Kris; 2:30 p.m. M&M game.

Breast cancer support group to host special mee ng The Breast Cancer Support Group is having a special meeting on June 27 at 7 p.m. at 304 Moorehead St. in Ida Grove. This group will reach out to identify and offer support to all who have experienced the diagnosis of breast cancer. It will provide an opportunity for individual sharing, educational programs, updates on new therapies and reach out to all breast cancer survivors. Diane (certi ied itter) from

Beyond Pink will be here to discuss/show products and assist with any needs for supplies. There are no fees. This group is informal, and all information shared is con idential. New members are always welcome. Refreshments and hugs are always provided. Reminder: The support group will not meet in July; please attend the Relay For Life event on July 15 at the Ida Grove City Park.

Programs help seniors and families purchase fresh produce at farmers’ markets. The Ida Area Farmers’ Market in downtown Ida Grove is up and running for the season. The market is open every Thursday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., June 1 through Sept. 28. Some of the vendors at the market participate in the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs (FMNP). These programs have the dual purpose to provide Iowa WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Program participants and low-income seniors with fresh fruits and vegetables to improve their diets and to expand the awareness, use of and sales at farmers markets. Vendors who participate in FMNP accept both WIC checks and Farmers’ Market Vouchers. Seniors who may be eligible for the vouchers must: •Be age 60 or older on the day they pick up the vouchers •Have a gross monthly income of no more than

$1,859.21 per month for individuals or $2,503.66 per month for married couples •Live in Ida, Cherokee, Monona, Plymouth or Woodbury Counties Each senior meeting eligibility guidelines will receive 10 $3 vouchers for a total value of $30 to be used to purchase fresh, Iowa-grown produce and honey. Vouchers can be redeemed at local farmers’ markets with vendors who accept these checks. Checks cannot be pre-signed, as seniors must sign checks when the purchase is made. To pick up the vouchers, beginning June 7, eligible seniors can go to the Ida Grove Community Hall at 403 3rd St. from 9:30 a.m. until noon. There is a limited supply of vouchers, available on a irst come- irst serve basis.

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Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Odebolt Creek Days announces schedule The theme of this year’s Odebolt Creek Days celebration is “The Mustache Bash” Saturday and Sunday, June 17-18. Saturday’s activities begin with a 5K run/walk and 1K for kids at 7 a.m. at the OdeboltArthur Elementary bus barn. 7 to 10 a.m.—Odebolt Betterment Committee pancake breakfast at the Odebolt Fire Station. 8 a.m.—Tractor show in front of First State Bank. 8:30 a.m.—Vendor show at the corner of Main and Second Streets. 9 a.m.—Car/motorcycle show and shine at Willow and Fourth Streets. Awards will be presented after the parade; pedal pull at the corner of Third and Main Streets and kids’ human foosball at the community center parking lot after the pedal pull. 9:30 a.m.—Acrobats behind the Iowa Rural Schools Museum. 10 a.m.—St. Martin Catholic Church food stand at the community center. 10:30 a.m.—Dr. (Rudolph) “Rudy” Daniels, Iowa’s Super Conductor, will be speaking at the Iowa Rural Schools Museum Outdoor Classroom. Dr. Daniels has written “Trains Across the Continent,” which is considered the of icial account of the nation’s railroads by the industry. Dr. Daniels is assistant dean and retired department chair of railroad operations technology and an instructor of railroad history at Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City. In his talk in Odebolt, he will describe the past, present and future of the Hawkeye State’s railroads. There are 40 chairs and benches for seating. In the event of inclement weather, the presentation will be held at the Presbyterian Church

Dr. Rudy Daniels across the street. Dr. Daniels’ presentation is made possible with the aid of the Humanities of Iowa Speaker Bureau Grant. The Iowa Rural Schools Museum of Odebolt will be open from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 16; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday (closed for the parade), and 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Remember, the museum has the new audio stations to show you improved displays. The new video presentation will be shown at the alumni banquet and at the rural school museum at 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday. Check us out on Facebook and at our website: www.iowaruralschoolsmuseum.net. 11 a.m.—Beer garden (closed during parade). 11:30 a.m.—Acrobats behind Iowa Rural Schools Museum. 1 p.m.—Parade. 2 to 4 p.m.—Activities for youth at the First Presbyterian Church. At the outdoor classroom and backyard at the Iowa Rural Schools Museum, there will be old-time games and competitions, such as croquet, checkers, caroms, hopscotch, dominoes, Chinese checkers, marbles and more. Elders – come along with

your youngsters and neighbor kids and help them learn your skills and hints for success. There will also be spelling bees and trivia bees inside to test your knowledge and skills. You are welcome to ‘come and go’ during this time frame, participating as you wish or just watching the fun. In the event of bad weather, the outside activities will be rescheduled, but board games and bees can continue inside. 2:30 p.m.—Human foosball in the community center parking lot and watergun ight (kids bring waterguns) on Main Street. 3 p.m.—Acrobats behind the Iowa Rural Schools Museum. 9 p.m.—Judd Hoos live music at the community center. Judd Hoos is an American rock band, based in the Black Hills of South Dakota. “Breathe In” was released just over a year ago and charted number 23 on the iTunes new rock charts. Since then, the band has spent the past year inishing the full-length album, “Music In The Dark.” All-day activities include: sidewalk chalk art on Main Street; sandbox search, kids’ craft corner and face painting in the community center, and kiddy train on Main Street. Sunday activities 11 a.m.—Odebolt pool foodstand in the community center and beer garden. 1 p.m.—Volleyball at the community center parking lot and kiddy train on Second Street. 2 p.m.—Triumphant Sounds’ concert at First Presbyterian Church. 3:30 p.m.—Beanbags after volleyball on Second Street. All-day activities in the beer garden include karaoke and life-sized Solo cup pong. Fireworks will be at dark.

McGuigan Rock Show coming to Donna Reed Theater The Donna Reed Foundation for the Performing Arts, with support from PCS of Denison, present Billy McGuigan’s Rock Show on June 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Donna Reed Theater. Proceeds from the concert will be used to maintain the historic, century-old theater in uptown Denison and to continue providing top-notch entertainment and educational opportunities in the

Denison community. Billy’s Rock Show will take the audience on a journey from the ‘50s rock and roll of Elvis, Buddy Holly and the Everly Brothers, to the psychedelic ‘60s of The Rolling Stones, the Beatles and Stevie Wonder. They’ll hit the groove of the ‘70s with Fleetwood Mac, the Eagles and the piano men – Billy Joel and Sir Elton John -

and even dabble in the music of the ‘80s, with the likes of Tom Petty, U2 and more. Billy’s McGuigan’s Rock Revue takes on the personality and taste of the audience making each show unique. Tickets may be purchased at The Donna Reed Foundation of ice at 1305 Broadway in Denison or by calling 712263-3334. All seating is reserved.

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Grilling: Odebolt-Arthur Elementary and O-A/BC-IG Middle School students and staff were treated to grilled, locally-grown pork burgers on May 31. Brad Lundell and Brian Lundell donated the meat, which was processed by the Odebolt Locker. The Ida County Pork Producers provided the grill. From left, Roger Bumann (Ida County Pork Producers), Brad and Brian Lundell. This is the second year the Lundells have donated and grilled pork burgers at the Odebolt school building. The men grilled 400 pork burgers.

OSC auxiliary evaluates bazaar Odebolt Specialty Care Auxiliary President Junith Comstock called the May 26 meeting to order and thanked Bobbie Scott and Valerie Nepper for the brunch. Eleven members answered roll call. The secretary’s report was read and approved. Treasurer’s report was given by Renae Babcock and approved. Activity director Crystal Hopkins turned in some receipts. She reported they do not need the easels as they take up too much storage space. They are looking for different options. For art, they are making memory boards for each resident to display in their room. They need lumber and scrap material. Some of the Auxiliary ladies are going to supply the material. A motion was made and approved to get the lumber from the local lumberyard. Hopkins also needs acrylic paint, and Babcock is going to supply it. They can always use regular household paint for other projects if anyone wants to donate paint. The residents are going to make butterflies for art, to

paint and hang in the dining room for decorations. The residents are enjoying their activities and offer good ideas for the projects. Cowboy Jim is coming June 12. Fathers’ Day is coming up with poker games that day. Creek Days is coming soon, and they are asking corporate if they can have a float and decorate it. Kelsey Schenk reported they are fully staffed. The new director of nurses is Charlynn Gardner from Manning. CNAs are always welcome, and our census is up. Office manager Jill Grote reported some people are inquiring about the assisted living rooms and there are some vacancies. Assisted Living Week is in the middle of September, so they will be making plans soon for this. Old business: We haven’t heard anything on our balloon lift off; they headed toward Ida Grove. Schenk and Hopkins have lots of pictures with the residents and the balloons. The outside water fountain needs some longer tubing to get it working. A resident’s family donated the fountain, and we want it

running again. The ice cream machine is not going to be fixed. They may look for a reconditioned one. The bazaar was a success and wouldn’t be possible without the support of the businesses and people who donated or helped this year. We need to remind people that the grill cookout is a free supper, and everyone is welcome to attend it. Residents are enjoying the new staff and the new activities. New business: They would like to have a fun day with the residents’ families and their children in the future. We are thinking we would like to move the bazaar and bake sale to the living room, so people can see what the businesses have donated and the hall would be less congested. We have entertainment set for June, Cowboy Jim, Father’s Day poker games and possibly a float for Creek Days. There is no meeting in July. Our next meeting is June 15, and Comstock is our hostess. Ruth Wulf Secretary

Don’t be fooled by family emergency grandparent scam

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Junior Achievement: The Odebolt-Arthur first graders in Diane Schulte and Judy Jepsen’s class had the pleasure of having Neil Sibenaller come to teach five sessions of Junior Achievement. The students learned the similarities and differences found in families, the difference between needs and wants, different jobs people do and the goods and services provided by local businesses. On the final day, the students received a piggy bank and a silver dollar from Sibenaller of United Bank of Iowa.

Happy 90th Birthday!

Raymond Johnson Tuesday, June 13 Please send birthday wishes to: 501 Moorehead Ave., Apt 41 Ida Grove, IA 51445 Happy Birthday! Love, your family

A northwest Iowa grandmother recently received a disturbing phone call. “The caller told her, ‘You don’t know me, but your granddaughter is in jail in Michigan and needs money wired immediately,’” noted Carol Ehlers, a human sciences specialist in family finance with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. “The caller also said, ‘I’m calling from a pay phone and you can’t call back.’ The grandmother identified this as a scam, didn’t send the money and hung up,” Ehlers said. According to Ehlers, recent Iowa police department and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports indicate scammers are posing as relatives or friends, calling or sending messages to urge people to wire money immediately. “They’ll request cash to help with an emergency — like getting out of jail, paying a hospital bill or needing

Retirement Party honoring Bonnie Barkema After 31 years in the library, Bonnie Barkema is starting a new chapter in her life. The library board is hosting a retirement party in her honor.

Monday, June 19, 2017 · 5:30-7:30 pm Stubbs Memorial Library, 209 E. Second St., Holstein, IA -Refreshments servedPlease join us as Bonnie closes the book on her years of service.

to leave a foreign country. Their goal is to trick you into sending money before you realize it’s a scam,” Ehlers explained. Ehlers recommends following the steps recommended by the FTC if someone calls or sends a message claiming to be a family member or a friend desperate for money: •Resist the urge to act immediately, no matter how dramatic the story is. •Verify the person’s identity by asking questions that a stranger couldn’t possibly answer. •Call a phone number for your family member or friend that you know to be genuine. •Check the story out with your family or circle of friends, even if you’ve been told to keep it a secret. •Don’t wire money and don’t send a check or money order by overnight delivery or courier. •Report possible fraud at

ftc.gov/complaint or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP. According to Ehlers, “This scam highlights the dangers of wiring money, or providing prepaid money card numbers or bank account information to strangers by telephone.” The Iowa Attorney General indicates that these types of transactions, which generally transfer funds abroad, often are nearly impossible to trace. The Iowa Attorney General requests that victims contact the local law enforcement agency and file a report. Because it generally originates from overseas, the grandparent scam can be difficult, if not impossible, to successfully investigate and recover lost funds. Contact Office of the Attorney General of Iowa, Consumer Protection Division at consumer@iowa.gov or 515281-5926, (888-777-4590 outside of the Des Moines metro area).

Florence Stevenson turns 90 years young

June 13 Birthday wishes can be sent to: 1915 Quail Ave., Galva IA 51020

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Ida County Courier

SPORTS Falcons claim WVC win with seventh inning heroics The O-A/BC-IG baseball team squeezed out a win in three tries prior to Friday to even the team’s record at 2-2 in conference play and 2-4 overall. The win over River Valley came down to the seventh inning. D-S 12, O-A/BC-IG 1 The Falcons dropped a nonconference game to 3A DenisonSchleswig in Ida Grove May 26. Coach Dan Dotzler said the game was a lot closer than the inal score indicated. Going into the top of the ifth, D-S was holding a 4-0 lead; however, they would plate ive runs in the ifth to take a commanding lead. “Denison is a ine team. We did some good things, but they constantly pressured us and we weren’t able to overcome some of the miscues,” noted Dotzler. Adam Grote suffered the pitching loss, logging four and one third innings, allowing only three earned runs (nine runs total) while striking out seven batters and walking ive. Tyler Anderson inished the ifth inning and William Grote pitched the inal inning for the Falcons. D-S had a total of eight hits and eight walks. Offensively, the Falcons had ive hits. Adam Grote led the way with two singles. Ethan Mortensen, William Grote and Anderson each hit one single. L-B 14, O-A/BC-IG 4 The Falcons dropped a ive-inning conference game to LawtonBronson in Ida Grove May 30. “This was kind of one of those early season losses where we really didn’t play with much energy,” stated coach Dotzler. The Falcons got down early as L-B put four runs on the board in the top of the irst. The Falcons

came back and scored three runs to make it a 4-3 game after one inning. Adam Grote and Ryder Meek had back-to-back doubles in the irst inning that led to all three Falcon runs. “We gave them a couple of unearned runs in that irst inning, but it was nice to see the kids bounce back,” said Dotzler. “In the end, the game got a little lopsided as we simply issued too many free passes to their hitters and that doesn’t usually work out well.” The Falcon pitchers walked seven batters and hit one batter. Defensively, the Falcons committed ive ielding errors. Dotzler noted Tyler Anderson started on the mound for the Falcons, but had control issues and was unable to get out of the irst inning. Kaden Ladwig took over and pitched two innings, allowing ive hits and seven runs ( ive earned) with three walks and three strikeouts. Landon Ray inished the game by pitching two and one third innings, allowing no hits, three unearned runs, walking one and striking out two. Offensively, the Falcons were outhit seven to four by L-B. Ryder Meek had two doubles and Adam Grote added a double. Grote and Meek both had two RBIs. William Grote added a single for the Falcons. O-A/BC-IG 5, River Valley 4 Ryder Meek’s hit to score Ethan Mortensen in the bottom of the seventh inning allowed the Falcons to even their conference record at 2-2 with a home victory over River Valley June 1. The Falcons jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the second inning before

River Valley scored four times in the top of the third to take a 4-1 lead. The Falcons would score one in the bottom of the ifth to narrow the margin and two in the bottom of the sixth to knot the game at 4-4 heading into the seventh inning. After an error on the leadoff batter for River Valley in the top of the seventh, Mortensen, the eventual winning pitcher, was called in to get the inal three outs. Mortensen struck out the side to send the game to the home half of the inal inning. In the bottom of the seventh and one out, a pitch hit Mortensen. One pitch later he stole second. After another out, Adam Grote was walked and Mortensen stole third. Meek came up and hit a hard single between third and short that brought home Mortensen to seal the win for the Falcons. “River Valley really has a ine team and they have some good pitching,” noted coach Dotzler. “They have competed very well in the conference to date. We fought through a little adversity with that bad inning and were able to keep some energy.” Adam Grote pitched the irst six innings for the Falcons. “Grote had a good outing for us, he battled hard and kept us in the game,” stated coach Dan Dotzler. Grote struck out 12 batters, walked only two and surrendered only one earned run in the no decision. Mortensen stepped in and shut the door on River Valley in the inal inning. Meek and senior Rhett Ketelsen each had two hits. Mortensen and Gabe Malcom each had singles.

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Too late: O-A/BC-IG’s Halle Hemer reaches third base before Lawton-Bronson’s third baseman is able to tag her for an out. The play came during the Falcons’ 10-6 conference win in Battle Creek May 30.

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Out at second: O-A/BC-IG shortstop puts a tag on a Lawton-Bronson base runner who attempted to steal second base May 30. O-A/BC-IG lost the game 14-4.

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In at third: O-A/BC-IG’s Ryder Meek beats a throw to third base during the Falcons’ 14-4 setback to Lawton-Bronson May 30.

O-A/BC-IG girls improve to 3-2 in WVC games The O-A/BC-IG softball team won two of the three conference games they played last week prior to Friday. The team improved its WVC record to 3-2 and to 3-4 overall. O-A/BC-IG 10, L-B 6 A pair of ive-run innings led the Falcons to a 10-6 conference win over Lawton-Bronson in Battle Creek May 30. The Falcons scored ive runs in the irst inning and ive in the ifth. The irst inning burst allowed O-A/BC-IG to wipeout LB’s 4-0 start. “After getting off to an extremely shaky start we were able to settle down, get our focus and play ball,” noted coach Cindy Wilcke. “We were not mentally prepared to take the ield and gave up four runs in the irst inning. We also committed three errors that irst inning and a couple mental errors on the base path. “We were fortunate, however, to be able to get some good solid hits off their pitcher to put us back in the game.” Jordyn Hedberg, Kirsten Dausel and Carrie Miller each had a good game at the plate going three for four. Hedberg also clubbed two doubles. “We hit the ball extremely well, gathering 14 hits for the evening,” noted Wilcke. “We had bases loaded twice and couldn’t get a run in and stranded nine base runners overall. This is too many and we need to make some adjustments there.” Ellie Dotzler took the mound pitching the full seven innings. She gave up seven hits and struck out two. Only two of Lawton-Bronson’s six runs were earned. “Defensively, we committed way too many errors, recording six for the game. We simply have to cut that down to be competitive. We seem to have a problem getting ahead of ourselves. We just need to settle down and take care of the ball and good things will happen. “It’s always good to get a win. I’m proud of how the girls came back and took control of the game.” MV-A-O 9, O-A/BC-IG 8 A six-run sixth inning spurred

MV-A-O to a one-run conference decision over the Falcons in Mapleton May 31. “The wheels just fell off when we struggled in the sixth inning,” noted coach Wilcke. “MV-A-O was able to capitalize and came out on top. We played seven innings of good ball, we just had that one bad inning. “The stats for both teams are about as even as you can get, it’s just that we committed all of our errors in one inning. We need to learn to put an error or walk behind us and stop dwelling on it.” The coach added her girls did a much better job of coming out ready to play, which she was proud of them for. Wilcke also noted the team hit the ball well getting nine hits, highlighted by Baylee Knop’s two-run homer. Ellie Dotzler went three for three at the plate including one double. Carrie Miller doubled. Bree Henningsen, Abby Bender and Halle Hemer each had one single. Hemer and Dotzler shared the pitching duties. Dotzler was charged with the loss. MV-A-O collected eight hits, eight earned runs, ive walks and struck out seven times. O-A/BC-IG 3, River Valley 2 Carrie Miller’s single to score Jordan Hedberg with two outs in the bottom of the seventh inning lifted the Falcons to a league win over River Valley in Battle Creek June 1. Hedberg doubled to start the seventh. The next two batters were out. Baylee Knop kept the frame alive with a walk, which was followed by Miller’s game winning hit. “We played a solid defensive game and it was good to come out on the winning end,” noted coach Wilcke. “The team is going out and competing in every game. I am proud of their efforts and their never say die attitude.” The coach noted a couple of defensive gems by center ielder Kirsten Dausel. “She had a couple of amazing catches including one where she totally laid out and caught the ball. It was pretty cool to see a high school kid performing like that. I’m very proud of her efforts.”

Ellie Dotzler pitched all seven innings, giving up two earned runs on, two walks and ive strikeouts. “Dotzler pitched a solid game for us,” said Wilcke. Wilcke added, “We struggled a bit offensively only collecting six hits, but three of them were doubles, so that was a good thing.” Hedberg, Miller and Summit Nielsen all hit doubles. Hedberg, Miller and Abby Bender each hit one single.

O-A/BC-IG so ball tournament is June 9-10 The 52nd annual O-A/BC-IG softball tournament is slated for this Friday and Saturday, June 9-10, in Battle Creek. In opening round play Friday, Denison-Schleswig will take on Newell-Fonda at 3:30 p.m.; MV-A-O will play Pocahontas at 5 p.m.; East Sac County will play Carroll Kuemper at 6:30 p.m. and O-A/ BC-IG plays Carroll at 8 p.m. The tournament will continue on Saturday with consolation round play beginning at 11 a.m.

IG three couple scramble The Ida Grove Golf and Country Club hosted a three couple scramble tournament May 28. Flight winners were: First light—Christensen, Eblen, Erickson, irst, 70 and Parks, Renfro, Katie/Jake, second, 70. Second light—Clow, Vogt, Schaefer, irst, 75 and Koster, Myers, Rutherford, 78, second. Hole prize winners were: hole one long putt, Liz Ver Steeg; hole ive closest to the pin in one shot (men), Jake Jessen; hole seven closest to the pin in one shot (women) Nola Clow and hole nine long putt, Brian Christiansen.

Ida County Courier

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Raptors win three straight games

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Play at third: Ridge View third baseman Jake Mitchell looks back at the official to find out if he called a Woodbury Central runner safe or out. Mitchell was able to tag the runner, but not before he made it to the bag. Ridge View won the game, played in Holstein June 1, 8-4.

Defense hurts Raptors in softball setbacks Ridge View softball coach Scott Phelps pointed to defensive lapses as the Raptors’ downfall in a pair of losses last week. The Raptors were 3-2 overall and 3-2 in the WVC entering last Friday’s game at Lawton-Bronson. RV 7, WM 6 An eventful seventh inning was the difference in the Ridge View softball team’s conference victory over West Monona in Onawa May 26. Ridge View scored four times in the top of the seventh to erase the Spartans’ 6-3 lead. The Raptors then got out of a bases loaded with no outs jam in the bottom of the seventh. Coach Scott Phelps noted his girls continue to ind ways to win. “The coaches were very happy with the ight these young ladies showed,” said Phelps. “They came from behind and preserved the win. We didn’t play our best game defensively, but we ind ways to manufacture runs by putting the ball into play. “We must continue to improve on the defensive end of the game and continue to get quality pitching and continue

to put the ball in play and make things happen.” Picking up the victory on the mound was Katie Brinkman who threw all seven innings. She gave up six runs, two were earned, on six hits and ive walks. Brinkman struck out two batters. “It was a tough outing for Katie, but she kept battling all game,” said Phelps. At the plate, Kara Richard went two for four with one double and two RBI. Brinkman went two for four with a double and a RBI. Madeline Else also went two for four. Rachel Kenny came off the bench to deliver a key hit and RBI in the top of the seventh. Beth Pickhinke, Kennedy Mason and Beth Meyer all had a RBI. MV-A-O 12, RV 11 Coach Phelps noted his club continued to hit the ball well against MV-A-O May 30, but defensive mistakes and walks led to the team’s irst loss of the season after a 3-0 start. “The coaches were happy with the way the kids hit the ball up and down the line-up and the aggressive base running, but we are unhappy with the defense and all the walks

we gave up. We must improve in these two areas if we want to be competitive down the road,” noted Phelps. Ridge View was clinging to an 8-7 advantage heading into the sixth frame. MV-A-O scored two runs in the top of the sixth to grab a 9-8 lead. The Rams added three runs in the top of the seventh to go up 12-8. Ridge View rallied for three runs in the home half of the seventh to pull to within 12-11, but could not complete the comeback. Ridge View banged out 15 hits. Beth Pickhinke went four for ive with a double. Emerson Else went two for three with a double. Kennedy Mason hit a solo home run for her only hit. Beth Meyer went three for four with three RBI. Madeline Else went two for four with three RBI. Kinzey Dutler and Kara Richard also had RBIs. Taking the loss on the mound for the Raptors was Emerson Else who threw ive and one third innings giving up six hits, nine runs (four earned), seven walks and two strikeouts. Katie Brinkman threw one and one third innings giving up three runs

(one earned) on two hits. WC 5, RV 3 Woodbury Central downed the Raptors in a WVC game in Galva Thursday. Woodbury built a 5-0 lead going into the bottom of the seventh inning before the Raptors rallied for three runs in their half of the frame. Coach Phelps noted, “The coaches were happy with the effort and the pitching, but disappointed with the defense. For us to be a good team we must play better defense and be consistent. Especially, when we are playing quality teams.” Katie Brinkman, who Phelps said “pitched a very good game,” took the loss. She pitched ive and two-third innings giving up four hits and three runs (one was earned) while issuing two walks and striking out one batter. Emerson Else worked the last one and one-third innings. She gave up two unearned runs and one hit. At the plate, Kara Richard had a double and a RBI. Beth Meyer had a double and two RBIs. Brinkman also hit a double. Kinzey Dutler added one single.

Ridge View’s baseball team improved to 3-2 overall and in the conference with three victories last week prior to Friday. Ridge View 13, WM 11 (nine innings) Perseverance paid off for the Raptors in their nineinning conference decision over West Monona in Onawa May 26. The game featured multiple lead changes and momentum swings. Ridge View jumped out to a 3-0 lead after the top of the irst inning, only to see West Monona score four runs in the bottom of the irst. Ridge View took the lead back at 5-4 in the top of the second, but lost the lead again at 8-5 after three full innings. West Monona took a 9-5 lead into the top of the seventh inning. Ridge View scored four runs in the top of the seventh to tie the game at 9-9. The Raptors added two more runs in the eighth inning, but West Monona tied it up again in the bottom of the eighth. Ridge View scored twice in the top of the ninth inning and then held West Monona in check in the bottom of the frame to secure the victory. “I’m really proud of the way our guys battled through adversity all game long,” noted coach Shannon Tesch. “It wasn’t always pretty, but we stuck together, picked each other up and earned the victory. Our team showed a lot of heart and character.” Cole Degen was the winning pitcher in relief. West Monona had 12 hits. Only four of their 11 runs were earned. Jake Mitchell and Karlo Weldon had three RBI each, while Tyler Wingert and Jake Tokheim collected two RBI each. The Raptors had eight hits. Karlo Weldon had two singles. Wingert and Tokheim both hit triples. Ridge View 8, MV-A-O 7 A throwing error in the bottom of the seventh inning

allowed Ridge View to complete a come from behind conference win over MV-A-O May 30 in Holstein. MV-A-O took a 7-2 lead into the bottom of the sixth inning before Ridge View came storming back to tie it with a ive-run sixth inning. The Raptors then inished the game off with one run in the seventh inning for the walk off win. The game winning run came when Caleb Kistenmacher hit a single, then a throwing error allowed Logan Cuthrell to score the winning run. Cole Degen was the winning pitcher in relief for the second straight game. MV-A-O racked up seven earned runs on ive hits and ive walks. Ridge View pounded out nine hits. Kistenmacher hit two singles and had one RBI. Tyler Wingert, Karlo Weldon and Jake Tokheim each hit one double. Weldon and Wingert each drove in two runs. Ridge View 8, Woodbury Central 4 The irst four and a half innings of a conference game between Ridge View and Woodbury Central in Holstein June 1 were pretty much a toss up. Going into the home half of the ifth Woodbury had a 4-3 lead. In the bottom of the ifth, Ridge View scored ive runs to go up 8-4, which proved to be the inal score. Jake Tokheim was the winning pitcher in relief of Austin Degen. Colin Cuthrell was credited with a save. The three Raptor hurlers combined to throw 147 pitches, which resulted in four hits, nine walks and ive strikeouts. All four of Woodbury’s runs were earned. On offense, Ridge View connected for 12 hits. Cole Degen was three for three with a double and two RBI. Jaxon Franken and Karlo Weldon had two hits and two RBI apiece. One of Weldon’s hits was a double.

DNR encourages Iowans to join #MissionFishin

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Infield catch: Ridge View shortstop Kinzey Dutler makes a running catch of a ball hit to the infield during the Raptors’ 5-3 loss to Woodbury Central June 1 in Galva.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is recruiting Iowans to accept the mission to take someone ishing. Share your love of ishing with a kid, your best friend, a spouse or your parents. Take a group shot of you and the person(s) you took ishing and enter it in the 2017 #MissionFishin Photo Contest. Show us the ish you caught or just having a great time out on the water. Set the post to “public” on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, and tag it with #MissionFishin and @ iowadnr or upload the photo to the DNR website. Find the complete contest rules and the link to upload photos at www.iowadnr.gov/ mission ishin. The DNR will pick its three favorite photos from those tagged or uploaded. Entry deadline is midnight on June 23. Winners will be noti ied by private message in your social media account, or by email if you uploaded a photo to the DNR website.

Hunters harvested nearly 11,800 turkeys during 2017 season Turkey hunters reported harvesting nearly 11,800 Iowa birds this spring, which is about 400 birds fewer than 2016. Iowa’s ive spring turkey seasons began April 8 with the youth season and ended on May 21. Hunters purchased

nearly 50,000 spring turkey tags. Hunters can help the DNR with collecting population information during its annual turkey count in July and August. Make a note of the date and county in which you saw

the turkey(s), if it is an adult female or adult male (males have beards on their breast) and whether there are young poults (baby turkeys) and then report the number online at http://www.surveygizmo. com/s3/2115256/IowaWildTurkeyReports.

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Odebolt lifeguards: Odebolt Swimming Pool lifeguards are, front from left: Emily Beckman, manager, Lauren Beckman and Kallie Schroeder. Back row: Abbi Ullrich, Hannah Sorensen, Ashley Lindner, Taylor Sorensen, Madison Lansink, Mallory Neville, Cora Hansen and Josie Wulf. Other lifeguards are Cameron Webb and Sadie Railsback.

Ray wins Ida County Open Mike Ray of Ida Grove shot a 67 to place irst in the annual Ida County Open Golf Tournament Sunday, June 4. Nine holes were played on the Holstein golf course and nine holes were played on the Ida Grove course. Flight results were (order of inish) Championship light—Mike Ray 67; Kurt Hofmeister, 69; Vern Van Peursem, 71; Eric Hanson, 75. First light—Luke Stowater,

77; Frank Forneris, 78; Gavin Hanson, 79; John Perrett, 79. Second light—Pat Phillips, 83; Tom Farr, 83; Jacob Stowater 83; Kelly Schmidt, 84. Third light—Jim Mickelson, 86; Dean Renfro, 87; Roger Graham, 87; Andy Cronin, 88. Fourth light—Jim Redenius, 91; Fred Yohnke, 92; Jim Weary, 92; Loren Fiddelke, 93. Fifth light—Van Ryen, 96; Tyler Newman, 96; Jim Loof,

97; Dave Ehler, 97. Sixth light—Jori Goodman, 102; Ron Thies, 103; Casey Blackmore, 103; D.J. Newman, 104. Hole prize winners at Holstein—hole four closest to the pin in one shot, Jim Redenius and hole nine long putt, Alan Fitch. Hole prize winners at Ida Grove—hole ive closest to the pin in one shot, Gavin Hanson and hole nine long putt, Justin Ruble.

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Classroom donation: Quad County Corn Processors, a 14.5-million bushel corn processing bio-refinery in Galva, and CoBank, a national cooperative bank serving industries across rural America, recently donated $2,500 to Siouxland Ag In the Classroom (SAITC). As of March 1, SAITC is in 115 classrooms, seeing more than 2,500 students once a month. In addition, regular live “Farm Chats” farm tours are “live streamed” into 15-20 classrooms monthly. Quad County Corn Processors’ employees Dave Juelsgaard (far left) and Adam Todd (far right) are pictured here with SAITC representative Dan Winterhof.

Holstein Chamber News The Holstein Chamber of Commerce met on June 1 at noon at Boulders Inn with 10 businesses present. President Jamee Dittmer called the meeting to order. Secretary Teresa Hunt presented the May minutes and they were approved. Hunt presented the inancial report and it was accepted. In old business, Dittmer reminded everyone that Chamber After Hours will be held at Backdraft on June 23 from 5-7 p.m. Hunt informed everyone that the waste receptacles have been placed along the trail. A list to help maintain them will be sent out to businesses. A watering schedule for the planters on Main Street was discussed. Dittmer reported the new website is coming along nicely, with the hopes of having it up between mid-June and July 1. The Kinderfest root beer loat stand was discussed and a sign-up sheet was passed around. Hunt will e-mail it out for those unable to attend to help. Ken Buell from the Rosemary Clausen Center for Performing Arts gave an update on “The Magic of Bill Blagg” show that will be held on Kinderfest at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are still available and group rates are available for groups of 15 or more. Contact him at 712-368-4849. This is a family fun event for

every one of every age. Keith Carstens reported the Douglas Schoolhouse would be open on June 15 from 5:307:30 p.m. during the free movie at State Theater. Kay Hanson updated everyone on the progress of the rebranding committee. She said the logo is almost complete. The brochure will be a tri-fold and with the words “Welcome to…Opportunity, Education, Wellness, Convenience and Community, the ive pillars of Holstein.” The committee is continuing to work on the verbiage for the pillars. She said the irst Farmer’s Market was June 6 and each Tuesday after that through August on the corner of Main and West Second Street. Time is from 4-7 p.m. Food will be provided by various organizations and there will be entertainment once a month. Volunteers are still needed, if interested contact Mel Schoer at Good Samaritan Society in Holstein. Dittmer reported the Ida County Tourism magazine will be arriving next week to all Ida County residents and that it is 40 pages. Good job to all those who submitted and worked on it. In new business, Dittmer presented a Holstein Chamber Buck promotion for this fall. After much discussion, Hunt will draft up informa-

tion for businesses to display on the Holstein Chamber Bucks. Renae Blume of ISI was present and gave a presentation on the work she does. ISI helps their clients with job integration through their employment program to become involved in the communities. They assist with job placement and each client has a job coach. She said they are in the process of looking for a small of ice space in Holstein to assist their clientele. If interested in learning more about the program or if you know of an of ice space, contact Blume at 712-299-7417 or rblumhci@gmail.com. In other business, it was noted that Hunt ielded 10 calls for chamber during May and member status is at 53. Teresa Hunt Secretary/treasurer

FCS teacher Kristy Smith has retired after teaching in Holstein for 20 years. When asked why she chose a career in education, she said, “I like interacting with people and helping others. During middle school and high school I liked the foods, sewing and interior design classes I took so I decided to become a Family and Consumer Science (FCS) teacher.” While waiting for an opening in the surrounding area, Smith substitute taught in nearby communities for two years. She had a one-year contract at Anthon High School while the teacher took a temporary leave of absence to adopt a baby. Then for 13 years she was a senior sales director for Mary Kay Cosmetics. In 1997, she was hired by Galva-Holstein High School as an FCS teacher. She has been teaching there for the past 20 years, which is now Ridge View High School. What is a memorable experience? “Having students use their life skills in their daily life and seeing former students apply their learning at jobs and with their own children as parents brings great satisfaction to me as a family and consumer science teacher. One student became a FCS teacher, other students have chosen FCS-related careers like interior design, culinary, dietitian, food science, clothing and merchandising, teaching, early childhood and the most important job of all—parenting.” Smith will miss most interacting with teens and seeing their growth and sense of accomplishment when they apply concepts and skills to projects and every day life. What does she feel has been the biggest change in the education ield? “Computer grading, like PowerSchool, is a fabulous technology tool for teachers, students and parents so everyone can see what students are earning and/or missing for grades on a daily basis. Cell phones are a double-edged sword. Cell phones give us instant information and happenings but

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children; volunteering at church/community; exercising; enjoying God’s nature and meeting new people and experiencing new adventures. Smith said, “After enjoying 40 years in Holstein Ted and I are taking a big step and moving to Colorado permanently after he retires in 2018. We are building a home at an active adult community in Broom ield, Colo., to be closer to our daughter’s family and then will ly or Amtrak to our son’s family in Downers Grove, Ill. “Therefore we have lots of new people to meet, a new church family to ind and new adventures to explore. It’s a bittersweet time as we love the Holstein community and our CrossRidge Church family, but grandchildren are a sweet incentive to make the plunge into retirement.”

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Michael “Mike” Andrew Hein, DVM March 12, 1965 – May 27, 2017

Merle Dean Rupert Dec. 2, 1932 – June 1, 2017 IDA GROVE – Services for Merle Dean Rupert, 84, of Ida Grove were, June 6, 2017, at First United Methodist Church in Ida Grove. The Rev. Chad Lierman of iciated. Burial was in the Ida Grove Cemetery at Ida Grove. Military rites were by McNamara-Moore Post No. 61 of American Legion. Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home in Ida Grove was in charge of arrangements. He died June 1, 2017, at his home in Ida Grove. Merle Dean Rupert, son of Leonard and Verona (Sindt) Rupert, was born in Logan Township, Ida County, Dec. 2, 1932. He grew up on the family farm and attended country school. He graduated in 1951 from Ida Grove High School. In 1952, Merle enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was stationed overseas in France and Germany during the Korean Con lict as part of the Corps of Engineers. He was honorably discharged in 1954 and returned to Logan Township. Merle enjoyed working with the land and feeding livestock. When he arrived back home, he started farming his grandfather’s farm, which was right across the road from his parents’ farm. He married JoAnn Bohlmann in November, 1955, in the Lutheran church at Ricketts. To this union, two children were born: Jodean and Roderick “Rowdy.” The couple would later part ways. On Dec. 3, 1966, Merle married Janice Jepsen in First United Methodist Church at Ida Grove. Merle welcomed a daughter, Linda, and Merle and Janice were blessed with a son, Raymond. The family lived on a farm south of Ida Grove.

He of icially retired from farming in 2007, “but, you can take a farmer to town, but cannot take the farmer out of him.” Merle enjoyed planting a small garden each year, which he now leaves to his wife to tend. Merle had a passion for the great outdoors. He enjoyed teaching his children and grandchildren how to hunt and ish. He also liked to go ballroom dancing, bowling on Tuesday night men’s league and taking trips to Alaska, Hawaii, Italy, Austria and the Panama Canal, just to name a few. Merle treasured his time with his family and will fondly be remembered for his sense of humor, kind smile and the stories that he told. He was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church in Ida Grove. He belonged to McNamara-Moore Post No. 61 of the American Legion at Ida Grove, American Bowling Association and VFW. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 50 years, Janice Rupert of Ida Grove; and his children: Jodean Groesbeck of Yukon, Okla., Roderick “Rowdy” and wife Stacey Rupert of Parkers Prairie, Minn., and Linda and husband Perry Kuhl of Tea, S.D. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Curtis and wife Nancy Rupert of Holstein and Craig and wife Jan Rupert of Ida Grove; a brother-in-law, Mason Ridlen; nieces, nephews and extended family, and friends. Merle was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Raymond Rupert; a sister, Carol Ridlen, and two brothers in infancy. The family of Merle would like to express a heartfelt thanks to the hospice staff of Horn Memorial Hospice for their care and compassion in Merle’s inal days. Condolences may be sent online at www. christensenvanhouten.com.

Randy G. Lewis July 2, 1951 – May 30, 2017 CORRECTIONVILLE – Services for Randy G. Lewis, 65, of Correctionville were June 3, 2017, at Grace United Methodist Church in Correctionville with the Rev. Doresa K. Collogan of iciating. Burial was in the Cushing Cemetery at Cushing. Military rites were by American Legion F. Roger Baumann Post # 624 in Cushing. Nicklas D. Jensen Funeral Home in Correctionville was in charge of arrangements. Randy died May 30, 2017, at his home. Randy Lewis was born July 2, 1951, to Everett and LaVonne (Henderson) Lewis. He was raised on a family farm near Cushing. He graduated from Cushing High School, where he was active in sports. He then entered the Army National Guard and served for six years. Randy can best be described as hardworking, kind, humble and honest. He loved his children,

grandchildren and family and never missed a moment to tell them that he loved them and was proud of them. He was very dedicated to his work as a farmer early in his career and, for the last 30 years, at Simonsen’s in Quimby, but he loved his retirement. He enjoyed gol ing daily and watching the New York Yankees play baseball. He is survived by his son, Chad (Janelle) Lewis; a daughter, Cally (Mike) Edelen, and a son, Chay Lewis; and his grandchildren: Justine Elizabeth, Allie Danielle, Jake Fouts, Rebecca Lewis, Cheyenne Helm, Brylee Lewis, Brayden Edelen and Hunter Edelen. Also surviving are his great-granddaughter, Peyton Elizabeth Weir; his mother, LaVonne Lewis, and his siblings: Ronnie (Nancy) Lewis, Rhonda (Mardell) Buss, Roxanne (Wes) Baker, Rick (Barb) Lewis and Robin Lewis. Randy was preceded in death by his father, Everett Lewis. On-line condolences can be made at nicklasdjensen h.com.

MORRIS, MINN. - Services for Michael “Mike” Andrew Hein DVM, 52, of Morris, Minn., were May 30, 2017, at Morris National Guard Armory in Morris, Minn. Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris, Minn., was in charge of arrangements. He died May 27, 2017, at CentraCare Health Hospital in St. Cloud, Minn. Mike was born March 12, 1965, son of Herb and Rose Hein. He was raised on the family farm near Battle Creek and graduated from Battle Creek High School in 1983, where he played football and ran track. He graduated from Northern Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) and then received his veterinary medicine degree from Iowa State University in 1995. He worked for many years as a veterinarian in Morris. He was self-employed at Ironhorse Livestock Services and also worked for Engebretson Sanitary Disposal in Morris, Minn., at the time of his death. Mike was a loving family man who enjoyed

David Russell Wilken ODEBOLT - Services for David Russell Wilken, 59, of Odebolt will be at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 8, 2017, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Odebolt, Iowa. The Rev. David Viggers will of iciate. Burial will follow in the Odebolt Cemetery at Odebolt. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, June

by Derick Cranston (Deacon Derick Cranston, formerly of Odebolt, is pastoral associate for St. Mary Parish in Riverside, Holy Trinity Parish in Richmond and St. Joseph Parish in Wellman. He can be reached at derickcranston@gmail.com.) This article is reprinted with permission of The Catholic Messenger, newspaper of the Diocese of Davenport. “Here, deep calls to deep in the roar of your torrents. All your waves and breakers sweep over me,” reads the eighth line of Psalm 42, a striking psalm that beautifully expresses the feeling of helplessness the author experiences when faced with changes beyond his control. The emotion it evokes is as familiar today as it was thousands of years ago. How many times have we felt the waters of chaos sweep over our own lives and drive us to places we do not want to go? A place where we feel God has abandoned us and we are left alone to face the disorder and confusion brought

on by the storms of our lives? A 13-year-old girl and an 83year old man ind themselves submerged in the very same waters of chaos that the psalmist sings about. She tells me about her family life and how troubled she is that they will soon be moving again. She has lived in several different places during her short lifetime, and is traded back and forth between her father and mother who have been divorced since she was seven. The older man I take communion to once a week looks back upon his life and the church he worked so hard to build and be a part of. He is deeply worried that the church will eventually close one day. A building and a community built up over a lifetime, swept away like a sandcastle upon the beaches of time where the waves of change converge. “I say to God, ‘My rock, why do you forget me? Why must I go about mourning with the enemy oppressing me?’” Two people on opposite ends of life’s

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FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Mark Aurand 330 S. MAIN ST. - 712-364-3630 712-369-0852 Sunday – 9:15 a.m. Sunday school 10:30 a.m. worship

ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH Richard Salcido, Pastor Neil Wehmas, Associate Pastor 100 7TH ST. - 712-364-2918 Saturday – 6 p.m. worship Sunday – 8 a.m. worship 9:15 a.m. Sunday school & Bible class 10:30 a.m. worship

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ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Paul Egger, Pastor 406 MONONA ST. - 712-282-4700 Sunday – 9 a.m. Bible class 10 a.m. worship

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journey. One who is just beginning her journey and the other near the end of his. Both feel that they have been forgotten. Both feeling the oppression of their enemy, life’s many changes. It is here that the deepness of faith can have a soothing effect. If we submerge ourselves deep enough in our faith, we can ind the peace and tranquility, which only can be found in a God who loves us. It is through the waters of baptism that we are born to new life. Just as the most beautiful sea life can be discovered in the silence and stillness of the deepest parts of the ocean, so too can the deepness and richness of our faith calm the troubled waters of our life. The waters of chaos blow over the surface of our lives and it is only in the deepness of faith that we will ind the strength to carry through. Here, deep calls upon deep. It is a deepness of love and compassion, where we ind comfort in a God whose love for us is bottomless.

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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Chad Lierman, Pastor 312 MAIN ST. - 712-364-2412 Sunday – 9:30 a.m. worship

NDSU Bison football; grilling for friends, family, and local events; gardening; helping 4-H kids in livestock at county fairs and riding his 2007 Yamaha Roadstar, “Eleanor.” He is survived by his wife, Judy (Arbegast) Hein; two sons: Tyler ( iancée Andrea Weber) and Danton ( iancée Alaina Ritchie), all of Fargo, N.D., and a daughter, Deidre of Elmira, N. Y. Additional survivors include a brother, Marc (Michelle) Hein of Sioux City; a sister, Pamela (Bartholomew) Eisfelder of Evanston, Ill., and six brothers-in-law: Gene Arbegast of California, Jerry (Angela) Arbegast of Iowa, Neil Arbegast of Iowa, Jim (Karen) Arbegast of Colorado, Paul (Kristy Rosemeyer) Arbegast of Iowa and Brian (Julie) Arbegast of North Dakota. Also surviving are six sisters-in-law: Marie (Darrell) Cook of Tennesse, Joyce Flink and Mary Lou Redenius, both of Iowa, Kay Johnston of Texas, Linda (Mark) Aschenbeck of Tennessee and LaRae (Tre) Madison of Washington; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. In lieu of lowers, memorials are preferred. To send on-line condolences, visit www.pedersen h. com.

FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Chris Schroder, Pastor 113 N. MAIN ST. - 712-368-2850 Sunday – 9 a.m. Adult Bible study, Sunday school; 9:45 a.m. fellowship 10:15 a.m. worship with Communion

UNITED METHODIST Dori Collogan, Pastor 208 S. KIEL ST. - 712-368-2678 Sunday – 9 a.m. worship 10:10 a.m. Sunday school & fellowship

OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL CATHOLIC Father Richard Ball 513 MUELLER ST. 712-368-4755 Sunday – 9 a.m. Mass

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PUBLIC NOTICE Your Right to Know LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Hearing To: SARAH SWANSON You are hereby notified that a hearing is scheduled in the Termination of Parental Rights proceedings, Case Number JVJV001205, involving C.E. The trial will be held on June 27, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. at the Ida County Courthouse. You are further notified that failure to be present for the hearings may result in your rights being affected. This case has been filed in a County that uses electronic filing. You must register through the Iowa Judicial Brand website at http://www.iowacourts.state. ia.us/Efile and obtain a log in and password for the purpose of filing and viewing documents on your case and of receiving service and notices from the Court. Published by: Meghann Cosgrove Whitmer Ida County Attorney 401 Moorehead Street Ida Grove, Iowa 51445

PUBLIC NOTICE THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT IDA COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ALBERTA WELLENDORF, Deceased CASE NO. ESPR009298 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ALBERTA WELLENDORF, Deceased, who died on or about May 1, 2017: You are hereby notified that on May 31, 2017, the last will and testament of Alberta Wellendorf, deceased, bearing date of July 20, 2009, was admitted to probate in the above named court and that Janine C. Leckband and Joel C. Wellendorf were appointed executors of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of said county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Notice is further given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated May 17, 2017. /s/ Janine C. Leckband, Janine C. Leckband, Petitioner Rt. 81, Box 489A Flemington, MO 65650 and /s/ Joel C. Wellendorf, Joel C. Wellendorf, Petitioner, 508 E. Merkley Holstein, IA 51025 Laurel L. Boerner ICIS PIN No.: AT0002823 Attorney for the Executors Boerner & Goldsmith 500 Second Street Ida Grove, IA 51445 Date of second publication 14th day of June, 2017

size and location of tumors to a precision necessary for optimal diagnosis and treatment planning. CT, or computed tomography, yields a detailed picture of the body’s anatomical structures by taking cross-sectional images or X-ray slices of the body. While CT does an excellent job of depicting structures and anatomy, it may miss small or early stages of tumors. The combined PET/CT machine allows physicians to rapidly perform both scans in one session without having to move the patient. This means physicians can precisely overlay the metabolic data of the PET scan and the detailed anatomic data of the CT scan to pinpoint the location and stage of tumors. Clinical research has shown that in comparison to a PET scan alone, PET/ CT technology provides new information that can alter a patient’s treatment plan to better target the cancer in approximately one-third of the cases. In one example, the PET/CT scan of a lung cancer patient revealed not only the original tumor on the lung – which a previous CT scan had found – but an additional tumor the CT missed: a small,

PUBLIC NOTICE City of Ida Grove RESOLUTION NUMBER 2017-8 Resolution amending the code of ordinances for the city of Ida Grove, Iowa, by enacting an ordinance to allow the city to attempt to contact an animal shelter before euthanizing an animal. ORDINANCE NUMBER 2017-553 An ordinance to allow the city to attempt to contact an animal shelter before euthanizing an impounded animal.

PUBLIC NOTICE THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT IDA COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LOIS ANN SYKES, Deceased. CASE NO. ESPR009294 NOTICE OF PROOF OF WILL WITHOUT ADMINISTRATION To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Lois Ann Sykes, Deceased, who died on or about April 7, 2017: You are hereby notiﬁed that on May 17, 2017, the last will and testament of Lois Ann Sykes, deceased, bearing date of February 22, 2013, was admitted to probate in the above named court and there will be no present administration of the estate. Any action to set aside the will must be brought in the district court of the county within the later to occur of four months from the date of the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent and devisees under the will whose identities are reasonably ascertainable, or thereafter be forever barred. Dated on May 19, 2017. Dennis Sykes, Proponent Attorney for estate Peter A. Goldsmith ICIS PIN No.: AT0002823 500 Second Street Ida Grove, IA 51445 Date of second publication 7th day of June, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR IDA COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DENNIS ROHLK, Deceased Probate No. ESPR009296 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR, AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the Estate of DENNIS ROHLK, Deceased, who died on or about May 14, 2017: You are hereby notified that on May 31, 2017, the undersigned were appointed administrators of the estate. Notice is hereby given that all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned, and creditors having claims against the estate shall file them with the clerk of the above named district court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allowance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of four months from the second publication of this notice or one month from the date of the mailing of this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a claim is thereafter forever barred. Dated June 1, 2017. Lisa Dose 5765 State Highway 175 Ida Grove, Iowa 51445 and Alex Rohlk 2000 Outer Drive N., Apt. 733 Sioux City, Iowa 51104 Administrators of the Estate Thaddeus Cosgrove Cosgrove Law Firm Attorney for the Administrators 607 W. 2nd Street Ida Grove, Iowa 51445 Date of second publication 14th day of June, 2017

early stage lesion in the neck. Based on the CT alone, the physician would have recommended surgery, but the additional tumor found by PET/CT indicated that the cancer had spread and was inoperable. Based on this information, the physician proceeded with radiation therapy, giving the patient a better chance of survival. While PET/CT is primarily used in cancer treatment, it

also has applications in cardiology and brain imaging, and it will help Horn Memorial physicians better understand the working of heart disease and such neurological disorders as epilepsy and Parkinson’s disease. If you are interested in receiving a PET/CT scan locally rather than driving to the city, ask your healthcare provider if this is an option for you.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Ida County Treasurer IDA COUNTY, IOWA JUNE 2017 DELINQUENT TAX LIST & NOTICE OF TAX SALE REAL ESTATE, MOBILE HOMES & SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS A Legal Publication Notice is hereby given that the Ida County Annual Tax Sale will be held by the Ida County Treasurer on Monday, June 19, 2017, in the Ida County Treasurer’s Office located in the atrium of the Ida County Courthouse, 401 Moorehead St., Ida Grove, IA, beginning at 9:00 a.m. All bids must be placed online. Registered bidders can access the auction site by going to www.iowataxauction.com. I will, as required by law, offer to the public at tax sale the following described real estate, mobile homes, and special assessments, which at the time of the sale remain delinquent and unpaid. Bidder information may be obtained by contacting the Ida County Treasurer’s Office at the address or phone number listed below or going to the www.iowataxauction.com. Interested bidders are required to complete and submit the necessary bidder information by 11:59 p.m., Thursday, June 15, 2017. An adjourned tax sale will be held any business day following the annual tax sale in which there are bidders present and parcels are still available for sale. Any taxpayer affected may avoid tax sale proceedings by making payment of the amount shown to the Ida County Treasurer by 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 16, 2017, in cash or certified funds. Property taxes may also be paid online at www.iowatreasurers.org. Public bidder parcels are parcels that have been previously advertised without sale. If no bid is received on public bidder parcels, Ida County shall obtain a tax sale certificate for the property. When a parcel is purchased at tax sale and is not redeemed within the period provided in Chapter 447 of the Code of Iowa, the right to redeem expires and a deed may be issued. In addition to the normal tax sale proceedings, the County Treasurer may bring or cause an ordinary suit at law to be commenced and prosecuted in the Treasurer’s name for the use and benefit of the County for the collection of taxes, and the suit shall be in all respects commenced, tried and prosecuted to final judgment the same as provided for ordinary actions. If you have any questions, concerns, or wish to obtain bidder information, please contact the Ida County Treasurer, 401 Moorehead St., Ida Grove, IA 51445. Phone: 712-364-2625. Dated this 6th day of June, 2017. Traci Riessen, Ida County Treasurer ** denotes Public Bidder as advertised more than one year # denotes Special Assessment included PARCEL # AMOUNT DUE BATTLE CREEK CITY 1 20-01-2806 $169.00 2 20-01-4203 281.00 3 20-01-3607 461.00 4 20-01-2918 161.00 5 20-01-0101 212.00 6 20-01-2810 69.00 7 20-01-0910 40.00 CORWIN-BCIG SCHOOL 8 08-25-226 397.00 9 08-03-254 338.00 DOUGLAS-RV SCHOOL 10 03-04-429 12.00 GALVA CITY 11 13-01-1504 475.00 12 13-01-0707 209.00 13 13-01-0805 125.00 14 13-04-0201 193.00 15 13-06-1603 63.00 16 13-01-1015 272.00 17 13-01-0611 547.00 18 13-11-2301 282.00 19 13-11-2306 145.00 GALVA TOWNSHIP-GH SCHOOL 20 01-35-452 18,789.00 21 01-11-201 477.00 GRANT TOWNSHIP-BCIG SCHOOL 22 11-06-101 335.00 23 11-06-126 1,141.00 24 11-06-127 172.00 GRANT TOWNSHIP-SCHLESWIG SCHOOL 25 11-36-351 405.00 HOLSTEIN CITY 26 15-05-0910 275.00 27 15-01-2601B 48.00 28 15-05-0706 243.00 29 15-12-0705 319.00 30 15-12-0706 245.00 31 15-01-2601 816.00 32 15-09-0505 182.00 33 15-07-0202 111.00 34 15-05-2412 453.00 35 15-01-2602 25.00 36 15-01-2605 539.00 37 15-12-102B 608.00 38 15-05-3103 847.00 39 15-05-0509 28.00 40 15-05-0510 454.00 41 15-05-0511 581.00 42 15-09-0102 659.00 43 15-20-0307 1,117.00 44 15-18-011A 146.00 45 15-18-011B 275.00 46 15-18-011C 83.00 47 15-12-0804 374.00 48 15-05-1305 691.00 49 15-12-024A 120.00 50 15-05-3011 906.00 51 15-19-0201 769.00 52 15-11-0108 968.00 53 15-05-0516 8.00 54 15-12-054A 466.00 55 15-13-0118 184.00 IDA GROVE CITY 56 18-05-0103 307.00 57 18-15-0203 503.00 58 18-08-1605 255.00 59 18-02-0116 213.00 60 18-08-4007 1,866.96 61 18-25-0213 1,081.00 62 18-01-1301 281.00 63 18-01-1404 352.00 64 18-08-3911 1,026.00 65 18-08-1403 559.00 66 18-08-2820 63.00 67 18-08-2805 267.00 68 18-11-470C 223.00 LOGAN TOWNSHIP-BCIG SCHOOL 69 05-26-101 195.00 70 05-26-126 269.00 MAPLE TOWNSHIP-BCIG SCHOOL 71 09-14-301 427.00 72 09-14-376 417.00 73 09-22-126 427.00 SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP-GH SCHOOL 74 06-15-402 22.00 75 06-15-426 202.00 76 06-15-454 25.00 77 06-15-476 13.00 SILVER CREEK TOWNSHIP-SC SCHOOL 78 06-12-101 1,079.00 79 06-12-126 1,055.00 80 06-12-201 530.00 BLAINE-BCIG SCHOOL 180 1152512678AB 124.00 IDA GROVE CITY 181 01560384J 167.00 182 61560504J 181.00 183 M365 163.00 ARTHUR CITY 184 17-01-0407 175.00 185 17-01-0408 321.00 BATTLE CREEK CITY 186 20-01-0603 725.00 187 20-01-050E 735.00 188 20-01-0815 507.00 189 20-01-0816 123.00 190 20-01-3103 1,074.00 191 20-01-2006 94.00 HOLSTEIN CITY 192 15-05-1420 349.00 193 15-05-1421 297.00 IDA GROVE CITY 194 18-08-2318 6,904.48 195 18-01-1001 881.00 196 M60-5309 347.00 197 3892 244.00 198 18-13-4901 4,992.00 199 18-13-4930 1,651.00

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Ida County Courier

Wednesday, June 7, 2017

From the Ida County Sheriff ’s Log Thursday, May 25 Of icers received 21 calls for service. Among the calls were ive traf ic stops and one 911 wrong number. 12:37 a.m.: Assisted an outside agency 8:18 a.m.: Property found in the 100 block of Main Street 8:59 a.m.: Sick/ lu-like symptoms at Orchard Avenue/Highway 175 10:23 a.m.: Responded to unknown medical call in the 100 block of First Avenue 10:30 a.m.: Call to talk to of icer in the 400 block of First Street 1:05 p.m.: Suspicious person/acitivity in the 800 block of Highway 175 1:50 p.m.: Assistance requested in the 1000 block of Industrial Park 2:09 p.m.: Assistance requested in the 400 block of Moorehead Street 2:13 p.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 200 block of Oak Grove Drive 2:38 p.m.: Alarm in the 100 block of Main Street 3:28 p.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 600 block of Barnes Street 6:12 p.m.: Report of harassment/threats in the 300 block of Quimby Street 11:06 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 1100 block of Fifth Street 11:47 p.m.: Assistance requested 11:55 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity at Brady Avenue/ Highway 175 Friday, May 26 Of icers received 36 calls for service. Among the calls were one 911 wrong number and one 911 transfer. 12:29 a.m.: Emergency transport 8:49 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 5900 block of Highway 175 9:29 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 1100 block of Keystone Avenue 9:36 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 3300 block of Keystone Avenue 10:08 a.m.: Assistance requested in the 200 block of Jasper Avenue 10:11 a.m.: Call to talk to an of icer in the 300 block of Quimby Street 10:18 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 700 block of Circle Drive 10:19 a.m.: Warrant check 10:27 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 100 block of Jacob Avenue 10:57 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 400 block Mueller Street 11:40 a.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, in the 400 block of Moorehead Street 12:23 p.m.: Animal complaint at Fifth Street/Maple Street 12:49 p.m.: Report of theft/ shoplifting in the 400 block of Main Street 1:07 p.m.: Report of theft/ shoplifting in the 200 block of Moorehead Avenue 1:27 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, in the 700 block of Benning Drive 1:51 p.m.: Report of suspicious person/activity at 170th Street/Carriage Avenue 2:45 p.m.: Vandalism in the 6300 block of 190th Street 3:15 p.m.: Call to talk to an of icer in the 200 block of Moorehead Avenue 2:45 p.m.: Emergency transport 4:08 p.m.: Committal 4:34 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 2200 block of Keystone Avenue 4:53 p.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 2400 block of Orchard Avenue 4:57 p.m.: Vehicle unlock at Second Street/Quimby Street 5:03 p.m.: Vehicle unlock at Keystone Avenue/Highway 20 5:38 p.m.: Assistance requested in the 400 block of Iowa Street 7:22 p.m.: Call to talk to an of-

icer in the 200 block of Woodbury Street 8:56 p.m.: Fall/back injury in the 1000 block of Valley View Drive 9:26 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 500 block of Maple Street 9:56 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, at First Avenue/ Quail Avenue 10:30 p.m.: Assistance requested at 150th Street/Marshall Avenue 10:47 p.m.: Road hazard reported in the 2500 block of German Avenue 10:53 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 100 block of Maple Street 11:10 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 400 block of Harrison Street 11:28 p.m.: Emergency transport Saturday, May 27 Of icers received 28 calls for service. Among the calls were seven traf ic stops. 12:49 a.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 200 block of Second Street 1:15 a.m.: Drug offenses in the 400 block of Moorehead Street 5:31 a.m.: Assisted a motorist at 330th Street/Highway 59 9:18 a.m.: Assisted an outside agency at the courthouse 10:14 a.m.: Animal complaint in the 5600 block of 210th Street 11:14 a.m.: Parking complaint/issues in the 100 block of Second Street 11:36 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 1900 block of Landmark Avenue 11:57 a.m.: Animal complaint in the 2000 block of Highway 59 2:19 p.m.: Warrant check in the 200 block of Woodbury Street 2:24 p.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 700 block of Maple Street 3:19 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 300 block of Fifth Street 4:04 p.m.: Sick/ lu-like symptoms in the 200 block of Seventh Street 5:51 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 600 block of Second Street 6:38 p.m.: Call to talk to an of icer in the 400 block of Moorehead Street 6:51 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 400 block of Hamburg Street 6:53 p.m.: Sex offender registry in the 300 block of Walnut Street 7:29 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, in the 5700 block of Highway 175 7:43 p.m.: Warrant served at the courthouse 8:25 p.m.: Vandalism, hit and run, in the 100 block of Second Street 8:43 p.m.: Info/data from 5200 block of 330th Street 9:58 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 5600 block of Highway 175 Sunday, May 28 Of icers received 22 calls for service. Among the calls were 12 traf ic stops. 6:10 a.m.: Assisted a motorist at 140th Street/Jasper Avenue 10:29 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 1900 block of Landmark Avenue 11:22 a.m.: Sick/ lu-like symptoms in the 600 block of Walnut Street 12:02 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 700 block of Circle Drive 1:05 p.m.: Fire assistance in the 2300 block of Quail Avenue 2:02 p.m.: Property found in the 200 block of Oak Grove Drive 4:51 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 600 block of Burns Street 5:24 p.m.: Sick/ lu-like symptoms in the 600 block of Walnut Street 6:38 p.m.: Burning complaint in the 2300 block of Quail Avenue 11:34 p.m.: Sick/ lu-like symptoms in the 600 block of

Walnut Street Monday, May 29 Of icers received 21 calls for service. Among the calls were 15 traf ic stops. 1:25 a.m.: Party complaint in the 400 block of Main Street 1:29 a.m.: Report of sign/ tree/wires down in the 400 block of Hamburg Street 8:52 a.m.: Accident involving an animal in the 600 block of Walnut Street 10:58 a.m.: Medical assistance needed in the 500 block of Riverview Lane 5:01 p.m.: Accident to property with damage only in the 200 block of Moorehead Avenue 10:08 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, at 330th Street/Jasper Avenue Tuesday, May 30 Of icers received 15 calls for service. Among the calls were three traf ic stops. 12:07 a.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 500 block of Highway 175 4:48 a.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, at Fourth Street/ Main Street 9:35 a.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 800 block of Byron Godbersen Drive 9:48 a.m.: Fall/back injury in the 200 block of Moorehead Street 9:54 a.m.: Fraud/scam reported in the 200 block of Green Street 10:32 a.m.: Road closed at Jasper Avenue/Highway 20 10:36 a.m.: Road closed at Indian Avenue/Highway 20 1:09 a.m.: Assisted a motorist in the 5600 block of Highway 175 3:13 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 700 block of Second Street 8:29 p.m.: Assistance requested in the 600 block of Barnes Street 10:01 p.m.: Assistance requested in the 1100 block of Fifth Street Wednesday, May 31 Of icers received 31 calls for service. Among the calls were nine traf ic stops and one 911 wrong number. 2:06 a.m.: Fall/back injury in the 400 block of Iowa Street 2:09 a.m.: Noise complaint in the 400 block of Third Street 5:22 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 400 block of Third Street 9:33 a.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 500 block of Willow Street 9:58 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 5100 block of Highway 20 10:18 a.m.: Assistance requested in the 4900 block of 330th Street 10:46 a.m.: Domestic disturbance in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 10:55 a.m.: Brush/grass/ ield ire in the 2400 block of Quail Avenue 11:55 a.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 600 block of Highway 175 12:56 p.m.: Road hazard at Market Avenue/Highway 175 1:25 p.m.: Violation of a court order in the 600 block of First Street 1:34 p.m.: Assistance requested in the 5000 block of 150th Street 1:51 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, in the 400 block of Moorehead Street 2:21 p.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 100 block of La Casa Court 3:07 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, in the 3100 block of Market Avenue 3:54 p.m.: Call to talk to an of icer in the 3100 block of Market Avenue 5:08 p.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 200 block of Moorehead Avenue 5:14 p.m.: Traumatic injury at Alpine Avenue/Highway 20 7:59 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 6300 block of 280th Street 8:31 p.m.: Call to talk to an of icer in the 2900 block of Dodge Avenue 9:37 p.m.: Non-medical transport

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Pool fun: The Battle Creek Fire Department hosted a family fun night at the fire station June 1. Patrons from Battle Creek and surrounding communities enjoyed a barbecue, equipment demonstrations and fire truck rides. Here, several children enjoy swimming in the department’s water holding tank.

Social Security by Brian DeMoss Social Security District manager Spencer/Storm Lake Social Security helps small businesses. Social Security is one of the cornerstones of inancial security for the nation. So are small businesses. Millions of Americans own and operate small businesses, making the “mom and pop” shop — from retailers to restaurants — one of the nation’s most valuable resources. National Small Business Week started on April 30, making this a perfect time to tell you more about how Social Security helps this not-so-small industry. Small businesses can take advantage of our Business Services Online suite of services. These services allow organizations, businesses, individuals, employers, attorneys, non-attorneys representing Social Security claimants and

third-parties to exchange information with Social Security securely over the internet. For small business owners, we’ve made it especially easy to ile W-2s online to help ensure the privacy of their employees’ personal information. You can register and create your own password to access Business Services Online at www.socialsecurity.gov/bso. Social Security’s Of ice of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) was established in October 1979 pursuant to Public Law 95-507. The law assigned the of ice the task of fostering the use of small and disadvantaged businesses as federal contractors. To accomplish this, the OSDBU develops and implements appropriate outreach programs aimed at heightening the awareness of the small business community to the contracting opportunities avail-

able within Social Security. Outreach efforts include activities such as sponsoring small business fairs and procurement conferences, as well as participating in trade group seminars, conventions and other forums that promote the utilization of small and disadvantaged businesses as contractors. The OSDBU encourages buyers and program of icials to consider small businesses, and to support all the socio-economic contracting programs in place under the Federal Acquisition Regulations. You can learn more about the OSDBU at www.socialsecurity.gov/agency/osdbu. Business is booming in America and you might be a part of the job-creating machine that we call small businesses. You’re strengthening everybody’s future, for today and tomorrow.

PUBLIC NOTICE City of Ida Grove CITY OF IDA GROVE CLAIMS & REVENUE REPORT APRIL, 2017 A & M Laundry, Uniforms $84.48 Adams Motor Company, Distributor Cap/Rotor $139.89 Advanced Chute System, Chute Blockers $438.00 Advanced Systems, Inc., Maintenance Contract $244.35 Alley, Poyner, Macchietto, Architect Design $1,495.00 Alpha Wireless Comm. Co., Pager Repair $36.34 Angela Scales, 455 Mi. @ .54/Mi. $245.70 Aramark, Mat Service $109.25 Arch Chemicals, Inc., Pulsar Tablet, Muriatic Acid $3,386.44 Baker & Taylor, Books, DVDs $355.57 Barco Municipal Products, Solar Light Barricades $386.15 BC’s Ampride Truck Plaza, Plow Truck Repair $1,049.39 Bomgaars, Iron, Fertilizer Cart $427.93 Brown Supply Company, Coupling, Valve Boxes, Nuts $787.23 Calhoun-Burns & Assoc., th 5 St. Bridge Construction $2,754.68 Central Iowa Distributing, Soap, Cleaning Supplies $293.90 Cherokee Co. Solid Waste Comm., Dump Tub $83.86 Christi Ladwig, Fitness Class Instruction $140.00 Clint Wellendorf, 240 Mi. @ .54/Mi. for Training $129.60 Colonial Research, Cleaner $81.69 Culligan Water of Ida Grove, Bottle Water, Salt $48.83 Collins Flags, U.S., Iowa, POW MIA Flags $470.75 D & S Sales, Name Plate $21.00 Dan Gosch, Reimburse for Saw Blade $347.75 Danielle L. Bennett, Fitness Classes $185.00 Data Technologies, Inc., Spring Training $95.00 Demco, Inc., Date Due Slips/ Step Stool $108.17 Devlun Whiteing, 1st Q. Mileage 16 Miles @.54 $8.64 Dollar General, Air Fresheners, Plates $12.00 Dultmeier Sales, Tank, Nozzle, Disp. Coveralls $305.64 Edsen Electric, Lamps, Wire, Keystone Jack $570.74 First Cooperative Assoc., Indol-Iso Oil $1,159.83 Frontier Communications, Telephone Service $693.67 Gerald C. Smith, Rental Car, Gas, Meals $129.63 Godbersen-Smith Const. th Co., 7 St. Bridge Construction $85,266.40 GPM, Pump Tubing for Sampler $178.00 Hanson Auto Supply, Valve, De-Icer $145.55 Hawkins, Inc., CCH Granular $547.10 Heather Sweeden, Reimburse Midstates Conf., IMFOA Reg. $211.33 Hemers’ Plumbing & Heating, Pool Heater,

Repair $622.98 Holiday Inn Des Moines, IMFOA Lodging $285.60 Ia. Dept. of Transportation, Bolt Grader Blades $125.71 Ida County Sanitation, Haul Rubbish/Recycling $14,026.75 Ida County Treasurer, Countywide Law Support $88,069.75 Ida Grove Cenex/HASH Inc., Gasohol $367.69 Ida Grove Fire Dept. Inc., Reimburse Meals from Training $67.64 Ida Grove Food Pride, Racquetball Tourney Supplies $41.97 Iowa Communications Network, Long Distance $6.57 Iowa One Call, Underground Locates $26.10 Iowa Prison Industries, Engine Break Sign $33.80 Iowa Rural Water Assn., Vision Insurance $141.93 Iowa Workforce Development, Unemployment Insurance $406.64 IPERS, IPERS $5,350.44 I State Truck, Inc., Muffler, Valve, Hose Fix $774.19 Jeff Buehler, Reimb. Meal City Admin. Cand. $31.00 Jennifer A. Conover, Fitness Class Instructor $790.00 JEO Consulting Group Inc., Floodplain Assessment $1,855.00 Lauri Hummelgard, Fitness Classes $40.00 Long Lines, Telephone/ Internet $311.85 Malcom’s Paint & Hardware, Brackets, Screws, Mop, Drill Bit $214.91 Mangold Env. Testing, Lab Analysis $1,613.00 Marlo Schoer, Contract Laborer $2,350.00 Miller Blacksmith & Welding, Aluminum Brackets $12.89 Microfilm Imaging Systems, Scanner Lamp $16.50 Mid Country Machinery, Inc., Work Platform, Carriage Forks $6,500.00 Mid-America Publishing Corp., Minutes, Claims, Ordinance $519.11 MidAmerican Energy, Electricity $12,952.63 Mile 2 Tire & Lube, Valve Stem, Tire Disposal, Tires $2,281.90 Municipal Supply Inc., Meter Readers $13,600.00 Murray Jewelry, 30+ Years of Service Watches $528.50 N.E.T. Broadband, Internet Maint. Shop $37.95 North West REC, Electricity $837.19 Noteboom Implement, Oil Filters, Glass Door $1,507.35 NWIYBL, Major/Minor Baseball Regis. $200.00 One Office Solutions, Brother Printer, Ink $569.70 Overhead Door Company, Overhead Door Repair $647.25 Pam Steuk, Cookies - Meet And Greet $78.00 Paul Cates, Reimb. Meals City Candidate $29.97

U.S. Postal Service, Utility Billing - Water, Roll of Stamps $347.03 Presto-X-Company, Pest Control $47.01 Pronto, Gasohol $284.91 Ryan Goodman, Reimb. Meals-City Admin. Cand. $173.00 Ryan Herco Products Corp., Injectors $111.97 Scott Tomlinson, Reimburse for Meal $97.94 Selections, Printer Ink $98.33 Shopko Stores Operating Co., DVDs $146.91 Sonseeker Pool Masonry, Outdoor Pool Replaster $42,892.00 Steve’s Window Service, Window Cleaning $124.00 Tabitha Bockelman, Fitness Class Instructor $260.00 Team Laboratory Chemical, Lift Station Degreaser $1,090.00 The Des Moines Register, Subscription $240.02 Thies Printing LLC, Raffle Tickets $118.76 Tim’s Aquatic Services, Valves, Duckbill, Tube $638.94 Trans-Iowa Equipment, Motor, Broom - Sweeper Repair $1,023.38 Treasurer, State of Iowa, Sales Tax, State Taxes $4,514.00 United Bank of Iowa, Fed./ FICA Tax $8,788.11 United Health Care Insurance, Health Insurance $5,658.47 Usa Blue Book, Primer, Cement, Pipe $174.79 Vantagepoint Trns. Agency, Deferred Comp. $30.00 Verizon Business, Long Distance $6.80 Vetter Equipment, Mower Blades $280.98 Western Iowa Tech College, Firefighter Training School $111.00 Ziegler, Hose $3.69 Ziegler, Skidloader Repair, Hose $1,449.13 Total Claims Paid $329,754.42 TOTAL CLAIMS BY FUND General $178,145.59 Fire Department Budget $985.63 Library $3,187.89 Major/Minors $200.00 Road Use Tax $2,356.79 Employee Benefits $4,085.89 King Theatre $1,988.16 5th St. Bridge Replacement $30,327.56 7th St. Bridge Replacement $57,693.52 Ball Fields $31.47 Water $22,487.29 Sewer $14,451.97 Landfill/Garbage $13,812.66 Total $329,754.42 TOTAL REVENUES BY FUND General $352,308.57 Library $5,293.41 Summer Rec. $3,017.00 Major/Minors $2,644.00 Road Use Tax $15,003.10 Employee Benefits $59,588.47 Emergency Fund $8,686.93 Local Option Sales Tax $13,639.26 TIF - Ridgeview $8,265.61 King Theatre $65,270.34 Debt Service $20,057.91 Debt Service - Ridgeview $21,379.21 Water $25,062.03 Sewer $23,536.57 Landfill/Garbage $13,905.64 TOTAL $637,658.05

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Card d of Thanks nks THANK YOU: Many thanks for the food that was brought in & the get-well cards & calls, hugs & kisses. Thanks to Mom & Dad for taking the time to run me to Cherokee for P.T. Caring people & a caring communityâ&#x20AC;Ś..isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t life great! Mary Gross 23-1t/cra* THANK YOU: With sincere thanks, the family of Marlene Bennigsdorf would like to thank our relatives, friends & neighbors for the outpouring of love & support during this heartbreaking time. Every hug, every card, every ďŹ&#x201A;ower, every meal & every kind word helped to ease our pain and sorrow. Marlene shed many tears over the kindness that was extended to her & to us. A very special thank you to the staff at Horn Memorial Hospital & Clinic, as well as the hospice staff & ambulance crew. You were all amazing. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll say â&#x20AC;&#x153;so long for nowâ&#x20AC;? to the heart of our family & weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll keep all of you in our hearts. With love, Darrell Kim & Mark Wilmes Darin & Deanna Bennigsdorf Kayan & Joe Hewitt 23-1t/cra* THANK YOU: I would like to thank my family & friends for the wonderful birthday party. You came from far & near. Thank you for the gifts, greeting cards, phone calls, ďŹ&#x201A;owers & visits. Also, a special thanks to the ladies who helped in the kitchen. I appreciate everything. I feel so blessed. Thank you. Harriett Michaelsen 23-1t/cra THANK YOU: The kindness & thoughtfulness shown to our family with cards, phone calls, text messages & visits or just a comforting hug since the loss of Dennis Rohlk was greatly appreciated. A special thanks to the sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s department, ambulance crew & Horn Memorial for their quick response that morning. Thank you to Pastor Salcido for his visits, prayers & comforting funeral service. To the funeral home, Christensen-Van Houten, the caring words & professionalism made our loss less difďŹ cult. The Dennis Rohlk Family: Lisa, Aaron & Alex 23-1t/cra*

THANK YOU: The ďŹ rst Strike-Out ALS night at O-A/BC-IG Softball was a success, raising over $1,000.00 toward research of this devastating disease. Thank you to Wendy Ullrich â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mary & Martha consultant, Jill Godbersen, Dan & Jen Hedberg, Subway, Cindy Wilcke, Keri Weber, Tiffany Miller and Jill Wettstein of the Funky Cookie Studio for their donations of silent auction items. Thank you to the Ida Grove Ambulance Service for working the silent auction & bake sale tables. Thank you to all who made free will donations at the game & thereafter. A HUGE thank you to the MV/A-O softball team for your participation & ďŹ nancial support. Lastly, to Cindy & Chancey Wilcke & the O-A/BCIG Softball Team for organizing the event, providing bake sale items, manning the home run derby & all the love & support they have shown our family. Andrew & Brenda Miller Family 23-1t/cra THANK YOU: The family of Sherry L. Dudding wishes to thank Pastor Kevin Freese for the uplifting celebration of life service. We so enjoyed the luncheon served at The Inn; thank you, Lynn. Thank you to our friends & family for the hugs, loving comments, cards, phone calls, ďŹ&#x201A;owers, memorials & condolences. We have been so blessed to have Mom, Wife, Grandma, Grammy, Great-Grandma & Friend for 82 years. We cannot express how much your friendship & support has truly meant to all of us. Sincerely, Bill Dudding, Pam & Denny Brainerd, Vicki & Byron Dausel, Teri & Bruce Brock, Cindy & Terry Bloomquist & Families 23-1t/cgs

Garage ge Sale S le GARAGE SALE: June 9 & 10. 1101 Valley View Drive, Ida Grove. 8 a.m. - ? Wetdry shop vac, leaf blower, three old saws; buck, ice & 4-Â˝â&#x20AC;&#x2122; saw. Depression-era dishes, 8-place setting of china, plus serving pieces, qt. canning jars, clothes & lots of misc. & collectibles. 23-1t/cra*

Events NOTICE: FARMERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; MARKET IN IDA GROVE-Week two of the market will feature all three of our produce vendors: Faith Johnson with fresh ďŹ&#x201A;owers and organic meat, baked goods, etc., from Thankful Harvest. Cherri Sloan is joining us this summer to sell baked goods. Lakefront Gardens & Gifts (Genevieve Voss) will be present with home decor, jewelry & much miscellaneous. Cocoa Bellissimo (Rita Pierson) will be selling her artisan chocolates. Come to Godbersen Park to enjoy burgers, beans, chips, dessert & a drink for $6 to help the Junior Competition Dancers raise money for future dance competitions. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the fun. Thursday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in downtown Ida Grove. 23-1t/cra

Lost & Found KEY FOB FOUND: June 2. Ford vehicle key. With extra key marked â&#x20AC;&#x153;wagon.â&#x20AC;? Found 900 block, South Main, Zobelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Addition, Ida Grove. Contact Peg at Courier. 712364-3131. 23-1t/cra

NOTICE: Beat the heat of summer! Call us today for propane. Johnson Propane Heating & Cooling. 712-365-4740. 17-tfc/cra NOTICE: The Inn at Battle Creek is having a Fathersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day lunch buffet, Sunday, June 18. Serving pork roast & chicken breast. Call 712365-4499 or 712-365-4726 for reservation time of 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. $14.95 per person, $12.95 for Dads! 23-2t/crags

For or SSale le SALE: Plants on sale at Malcomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Ida Grove. All plants now 10% off. We also stock mulch, bark & rock for all your landscaping needs. 23-1t/cra FOR SALE: Water heater, home furnaces, LB White heaters, Infra-Red Tube Shop heaters. Call Propane Hank at 712-365-4740. 41-tfc/cra FOR SALE: Net wrapped alfalfa orchard grass hay. Reasonably priced. Terry Eason, Battle Creek. Ph. 712-365-2560. 23-1t/crags

HELP WANTED: Bartender. Experience a plus, but will train. Flexible hours. Must be 21 & a TAKE-CHARGE PERSON. Hillside. Days/ nights. Pick up application at Sportsman, or see Randy. Call 712-371-2449. 15-tfc/cra HELP WANTED: Johnson Propane is looking for help with its cylindersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; production, 40 hrs. a week. Apply in person at ofďŹ ce in Battle Creek, Iowa. 19-tfc/cra HELP WANTED: Would be working in production 40 hrs.+ a week, part-time. Could be full-time for right person. Must be team player. Wage will be a reďŹ&#x201A;ection of experience. Apply at Johnson Propane, Battle Creek, Iowa. 22-tfc/cra IMMEDIATE HIRE: Ida Grove caregiver needed to assist client with meal prep., housekeeping, etc. Four hours per week. Flexible schedule. No experience needed. $10/hour plus hiring bonus. Caretech. 800-991-7006. 23-2t/cra

Notic tices

WANTED: Full-Time RN for the night shift on the Med/Surg/Peds ďŹ&#x201A;oor; must be willing to learn ER. Apply online at www. hornmemorialhospital.org. Applicants are not discriminated in hiring based on race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex. Interpreter is provided at no cost. EEO. 23-2t/cra HELP WANTED: The Ida County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce is currently accepting applications for a FULL-TIME dispatcher/ jailer. The ideal candidate would possess strong communications skills, the ability to multitask, problem solving skills & the ability to use multiple computer, radio & phone systems simultaneously. Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights, weekends & holidays. Must pass a thorough background check, including a criminal history check. Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2017, at 4:30 p.m. More information is available online at http:// w w w. i d a c o u n t y s h e r i f f . u s / employment. 23-1t/cra HELP WANTED: Dependable cashier/cook. Hourly wage dependent on experience. Danbury C Store. 712-883-2243. 22-2t/cra

For Rent FOR RENT IN IDA GROVE: Two-bedroom with refrigerator, stove, central air & trash. No mowing or snow shoveling required. Full basement. No pets, no smoke. Quiet neighborhood. Badger Creek Apartments. Ph. 712-364-2571. 23-1t/cra FOR RENT: Looking for space to rent? Party, meeting, celebration, birthday coming up soon? Call us at the Ida Grove Golf Club. We will make you feel right at home. Our castle is your castle! Call Mike or Jan at 712-364-2320. 19-tfc/cra FOR RENT: OfďŹ ce & work space available. 34â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x40â&#x20AC;&#x2122; with partition wall. Great business location with Hwy. 175 access across from Midwest Industries, Ida Grove. Call 712369-1531 for more information. 23-2t/cra FOR RENT: In Ida Grove. One-bedroom apartments. No smoking & no pets. Contact Bev at 712-3712367. 9-tfc/cra

HOMES FOR RENT: Two-bedroom in Holstein, $550/ mo. Two-bedroom in Galva, $450/mo. Appliances provided. No pets or smoking. Call 712790-1887 or 712-592-9735. 11-tfc/cra FOR RENT: Arthur apartments. One- & twobedroom. Ph. 712-830-3211. 21-tfc/cra FOR RENT: Ida Grove Storage has 10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x20â&#x20AC;&#x2122; units available across from Midwest Industries. Call 712369-1531 for rates. 23-2t/cra

Reall Estate Re LOTS FOR SALE: Special offer on affordable home building lots in the Hillcrest Addition located on West 5th St. in Ida Grove, IA. Buyers will have the choice of any of the 13 lots located on paved Pin Oak Drive as well as six lots on paved Linden Lane. Please call for information & a showing at your convenience. Pat Forristal 712-368-4820 or Myron Corbin 712-369-0196. 23-1t/cra*

Simonsen Industries Inc. is accep ng applica ons for a part me Accounts Payable/Payroll Assistant. Du es include processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing. Posi on may include other du es as assigned, eďŹ&#x20AC;ec ve teamwork and communica on skills are also required. Must be proficient with Microso OďŹ&#x20AC;ice and relevant experience preferred. Flexible schedule available for approximately 15 to 20 hours per week. Physical and Drug Screen required â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Apply in person Simonsen Industries, Inc., Highway 31 East, Quimby, Iowa

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NOTICE: We have A.O. Smith water heaters on hand, gas & electric. Install a gas water heater today & save big dollars starting today. Call Propane Hank at 712-3654740. 28-tfc/cra NOTICE: Edâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lawn Care Service. Residential, commercial & maintenance. Ph. 712-2993886. 16-8t/cra*

NOTICE: Get out, have some fun & get some fresh air. We would like you to join the Ida Grove Golf Club. You can join as a family, single, social or a student membership. We would love to see you on the course & in the clubhouse! 19-tfc/cra

NOTICE: Get your propane forklift tank or camper tank ďŹ lled at Johnson Propane, 960 First St., Battle Creek. 32-tfc/cra

PREGNANT? NEED HELP? For conďŹ dential help, medical care, anonymous pregnancy test, guidance or counseling, etc., call Birthright at 1-800-5504900 24 hr. hotline. Sponsored by Father Dailey Council Knights of Columbus 10864. 23-1t/cra

NOTICE: Looking for something different for lunch? Stop by the clubhouse! Or after work for a refreshment on the weekends. We would love to see you at the 19th Hole of the Ida Grove Golf Club! 19-tfc/cra

NOTICE: Before you send your old gold away to someone you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know, bring it into Murray Jewelers, your hometown jeweler in Ida Grove for over 69 years. Ph. 712-364-2822. 4-tfc/crags

NOTICE: Call today to get your A/C & water heater cleaned & checked. Call Propane Hank @ 712-3654740. www.propanehank.com. 17-tfc/cra

Pets

Livesto Live tock BULLS FOR SALE: Angus & Limousin bulls with weaning weights up to 908 lbs., Y wts. to 1,660 lbs. Complete performance, feed efďŹ ciency & EPD data. Excellent disposition. Great set of easy calving, carcass improving 2-yr.-olds & yrlngs. available. Fully guaranteed. We sell a lot of bulls & over 80% sell to repeat buyers every year. Leonard Limousin and Angus. Mark Leonard, Holstein, Iowa. 712-368-2611 or 712-830-9032. 19-5t/crags

THE PAMPERED POOCH: Dog grooming & boarding. 301 Taylor Street, Ida Grove (in alley behind Post OfďŹ ce). Ph. 712369-1678. Nikki Dausel, owner. 23-1t/cra

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Courthouse Report Real Estate Transfers Terry and Carol Thomson, warranty deed to Judd and Janet Thomson, 5.66 acres in the NW ¼ NE ¼, Section 32, T-88-N, R-39-W, Ida County. Judith Andresen trust, trustee warranty deed to Ryan and Dana Goodman, Lot 7, Block 8, Ida Grove. LaDean and Mary Ann Bechen, corrective warranty deed to LaDean and Mary Ann Bechen, E ½ SW ¼, NW ¼ SW ¼ and the SW ¼ SW ¼, Section 36, T-86-N, R-40-W, with exception, Ida County and Lot 8, Twin Pines Addition, with exception, 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 Sara Albrecht, Carroll; Trista Twito, Sioux City; Ross Schwade, Ida Grove; Lauren Rassel, Kingsley; Kelli Outlaw,

Elwood, Ill.; Randy Rivere, Big Fork, Mont.; William Guenther, Scho ield, Wis. Other Shawna Bradley, Holstein, unlawful passing of a school bus. Zachary Rosburg, Sioux Falls, S.D., failure to maintain control. David Devries, Sioux Falls, S.D., hours of service violation. David Devries, Sioux Falls, S.D., violation of conditions of a restricted license. Anthony Hoyle, Schaller, dark windows. Randy Riviere, Big Fork, Mont., hours of service violation. Randy Riviere, Big Fork, Mont., operation by unquali ied driver. Steven Miller, Cherokee, seat belt. Criminal Ethan Bruning, Holstein, contempt—failure to pay ine (driving while barred), 10 days in jail, may purge jail sentence by paying ine as ordered. Amanda Palmer, Ida Grove, indecent exposure, dismissed by court. Zachary Fries, Kiron, possession of drug paraphernalia, $65.

Kenneth Joens, Galva, contempt—failure to pay ine (driving while barred), 10 days in jail, may purge jail sentence by paying ine as ordered. Randy Forinash, Ida Grove, discharge weapons, $100 civil penalty. Alexis Hansen, Manilla, violation of probation, deferred sentence for eluding (causing injury or involving an OWI, drugs or participating in a felony) revoked, ive years prison suspended, three years probation, residential treatment facility, $750 ine suspended. Alexis Hansen, Manilla, possession of a controlled substance—second offense, 90 days in jail, $625 ine suspended. OWI Michael Morgan, Correctionville, contempt—failure to pay ine (OWI), 10 days in jail, may purge jail sentence by paying ine as ordered. Judgments and Liens Against Naomi Krap l, in favor of United Bank of Iowa. Against Brandon Smith, in favor of United Bank of Iowa. Against Dustin Maae, in favor of United Bank of Iowa. Against Michelle Reed, in favor of LVNV Funding.

Deputies make theft arrests The Ida County Sheriff’s Of ice has released information on several arrests made during the past week. On May 27, Britney Taland Lozano, 26, of Mapleton was charged with theft in the ifth degree. The charge was iled after deputies responded to a call from an Ida Grove business. She was released pending a court appearance. On May 27, Zeberiah T. Treiber, 32, of Lake City was arrested on an outstanding overdue 10-day mittimus. He was transported to the Ida County jail where he is cur-

rently being held. On May 28, Angelia Geannea Evans, 36, of Anthon was arrested on an outstanding overdue 10-day mittimus. The original conviction against her was for possession of marijuana. She was transported to the Ida County jail where she is currently being held. On May 29, Barbara Elaine Trullender, 71, of Ida Grove was charged with theft in the fourth degree. The charge was iled after a short investigation of theft from an Ida Grove business. She was released pending a court appearance.

On May 31, Donald Harley Paris Jr., 44, of Correctionville was arrested and charged with simple assault following an incident in Holstein. He was transported to the Ida County jail where he was held overnight. He was released the following day after appearing before the Magistrate. On May 31, Te’nia LaneCalhoun, 28, of Ida Grove was charged with theft in the ifth degree. The charge was iled after deputies responded to an Ida Grove business on a shoplifting call. She was released pending a court appearance.

Nutrient reduc on cost assistance available The Iowa Legislature will once again provide water quality initiative funding to help farmers install nutrient reduction practices. This is a great program for farmers to add a new practice to their operation. Eligible practices are no-till or striptill, cover crops and using a nitrification inhibitor when applying fertilizer. The cost share rate for farmers planting cover crops is $25 per acre (15 per acre for past cover crop users) and for farmers trying no-till or strip till is $10 per acre.

Structure, grass fires The Arthur Fire Department was called out twice during the past week. On May 28 at 6:38 p.m., the ire department was called to the Don Hemer farm at 2363 Quail Ave. for a vacant hog building on ire. Hot ash from a controlled burn blew into the vent and started the roof rafters on ire. There was minimal damage to the structure. Arthur Fire Chief Billy Carnine said, “I want to thank the Ida Grove Fire Department for their prompt response to assist us.” The departments were at the scene 45 minutes. On May 31 at 10:55 a.m., the ire department was called to a grass ire at 2428 Quail Ave. Carnine said dry undergrowth caught ire and spread along a creek. The department was at the scene ive minutes.

Farmers using a nitrapyrin nitrification inhibitor when applying fall fertilizer can receive $3 per acre. Any farmer not already utilizing these practices will receive priority consideration for this assistance. Farmers interested in cover crops, but have already used this practice on their farm are also eligible for this funding, but at a reduced rate of $15 per acre. Farmers are only eligible for cost share on up to 160 acres. The funds will be made available in July, but farmers can immediately start submitting applications through the Sac County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) office. The SWCD Commissioners will also obligate 30 percent of its Iowa Financial Incentive Program funds for management practices. Eligible practices are no-till, ridgetill, strip-till and cover crop. Funding can be used for one-time installation or up to four consecutive years

with the payment all made up front the first year. There is an 80-acre limit for this funding. For more information or to apply, stop into the Sac County SWCD office at 404 Morningside Dr. in Sac City or call the office at 712-6627773, option three.

Property crimes reported The Ida County Sheriff ’s Office has released information on three property crimes reported during the past week. On May 25, Food Pride in Ida Grove reported the theft of groceries valued at $404. On May 26, Jennifer Jill Senhen of Ida Grove reported a burglary/breaking and entering. Pop and food valued at $75 were taken. On May 31, Dollar General in Ida Grove reported the theft of 14 items valued at $35. The items were listed as recovered the same day.

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EMS week: The Ida Grove Ambulance Service poster winners for EMS week are, from left: Joyce Schnabel, EMT; Hilde Harm, first place; Ashton Miller, second place; Hailey Bender, third place; Dustin Schiernbeck, EMT and Carrie Miller.

Depu es inves gate seven accidents last month The Ida County Sheriff ’s Office has released information on seven accidents reported in May. All accident information is taken from the investigating officer’s report. On May 9 at 9:18 a.m., Debra Kay Brosius, 58, of Ida Grove was northbound on Moorehead Avenue. The semi in the lane next to her was crowding her. She moved away from the semi and came into contact with the bridge curb. There was $1,500 damage to her 2011 Infiniti. On May 9 at 3:38 p.m., Brittney Michelle Vincent, 17, of Holstein and Morgan Nicole Bode, 25, of Holstein were involved in a two-vehicle accident in the Ridge View High School parking lot in Holstein. Vincent was

northbound in the parking lot and the vehicles collided when Bode backed up to adjust her vehicle’s alignment. There was $1,000 damage to Bode’s 2011 Chevrolet and $2,000 damage to Vincent’s Chevrolet. On May 15 at 3:05 p.m., Kelly Louise Hoffman, 55, of Ida Grove backed out of a private driveway on Hughes Lane in Ida Grove and struck a legally parked vehicle. There was $500 damage to Hoffman’s 2016 Chevrolet and $100 damage to the legally parked 2005 Pontiac. On May 21 at 11 a.m., Kenneth L. Peacock Jr., 55, of Fremont, Neb., struck a vehicle while backing upon Monona and Second Street in Galva and struck a parked vehicle. There was $1,500 damage to the 2003 Ponti-

ac. There was $750 damage to Peacock’s 2005 Ford. On May 27 at 8:25 p.m., James John McGuire, 87, of Holstein struck a building at 110 E. Second St. in Holstein when his foot got stuck between the gas and brake. There was $3,500 damage to McGuire’s 2013 Lincoln and $1,500 damage to the building owned by Levi Durling Oman of Valpraraiso, Ind. On May 27 at 9:58 p.m. Theresa Ann Johnson, 37, of Ida Grove struck a deer on Highway 59/175 near Indian Avenue. There was $500 damage to her 2002 Jeep. On May 29 at 6:30 a.m., Kenneth Duane Harrison, 57, of Battle Creek struck a deer on Highway 175. There was $2,000 damage to his 2007 Cadillac.

Schleswig Public Library presents ‘Germanfest Willkommen’ The Schleswig Public Library in Schleswig presents “German Iowa and the Global Midwest” June 8-18. This 12panel exhibit was prepared by the Obermann Center for Advanced Studies at the University of Iowa and highlights the signi icant contributions of German culture to Iowa and how this in luence was integrated into our lifestyle. A number of local exhibits will also be on display re lecting our German heritage. A special Germanfest program will be presented at

Cheeta’s Café and Lounge on June 10, starting at 4 p.m. The program will include a German music concert featuring the Schleswig German band and Maria Petersen on the zither,

a German cuisine meal and a presentation and panel discussion on the contributions of German immigrants. This presentation is open to the public and all are invited to attend.

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