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Vol. 43, No. 18 Ida Grove, Iowa
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Supervisors approve H. Godbersen Drive work
News GLIMPSE HMH retiring members honored Pg. 3
Ida County Kids Fest seeks support Pg. 3
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G-H students raise $7,500 for Jump Rope for Heart program Pg. 6
Willow Dale celebrates National Nursing Home Week Pg. 7
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Peggy Gebers inducted into IG Women’s Bowling Hall of Fame
O-A/BC-IG play: O-A/BC-IG High School’s drama department presented the comedy play “Virgil’s Family Reunion” Saturday. The play, under the direction of Whitney Simonsen-Frank, is an account of the worst family reunion ever. Here, performing a scene from the play are cast members, seated from left, Blake Reinhart, Ellie Diersen, Marley Hewitt and Taylor Oldham and standing from left, Josie Wulf, Lindsey Kruse, Jarrett Bumann, Ashly Gunderson and Corin Bower.
Cub Scouts donate food to Ida Grove Community basket
IG Comprehensive Plan nears completion
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BC-IG D.A.R.E students awarded with ribbons Pg. 13
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public meeting on a draft of Ida Grove’s Comprehensive plan was held Monday, April 23. The public meeting was the next step in adopting a plan, which the city council will consider at its May 7 meeting. The council and Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council (SIMPCO) have been working on the plan since last fall. The plan, developed by Nicole Peterson, SIMPCO regional planner, came about via a public visioning session in November, a community survey and input from the city council. Peterson noted the overall
goal of developing a plan for Ida Grove is to give a “snapshot” of what the community looks like in 2017 and then develop goals for what community members would like the town to look like in the future. The current city plan is about 15 years old. The introduction to the plan notes the purpose of the comprehensive plan is to provide a current inventory of community resources and a statement of the community’s vision and goals for the future. The comprehensive plan includes comprehensive analysis of the following planning topics: housing, economic development, transportation, community
facilities and services, land use and natural resources. The comprehensive plan can be used to help the city when applying for grants and leverage funding for community projects.
Development of the plan included public input through a community survey. The survey included 47 questions in relating to the planning topics listed above. Eighty-eight (88) (continued on page 2)
IG council discusses city post
The Ida Grove City Council met Friday in closed session to discuss the candidates the council interviewed for either the city clerk or city administrator position. Over the course of the last 10 days, the council interviewed five candidates for the opening. Mayor Dev-
lun Whiteing said Friday after the council met that no decisions were made on replacing current City Administrator Marc Dennison, who resigned effective May 1. Whiteing said the council will discuss the position again on Monday, April 30.
The Ida County Board of Supervisors approved a contract for reconstruction of Harold Godbersen Drive and county road M-15/240th Street in Ida Grove April 23. There were two contractors who submitted bids. Godbersen and Smith Construction of Ida Grove was the winning bidder for $1,049,251. Cedar Valley Construction’s bid was $1,252,200. The supervisor’s vote was unanimous. The engineer’s estimate was $1,150,000. Work will take place this construction season and there will be a detour. JEO Consulting of Carroll was the consulting engineer. In other secondary road matters, supervisors voted unanimously to allow Dale Hinrickson to work on a parttime basis. Supervisors also approved hiring Hinrickson to be the county planning and zoning director with a salary of $5,000. “With the new phase of the wind turbines coming in, they will bring in $100,000 in permits,” said secondary road engineer Jeff Williams. Supervisors voted to approve a zoning variance for a 60-feet by 90-feet building to replace a 40-feet by 60-feet exisiting building. The planning and zoning and board of adjustment had approved the request from Schau Salvage in (continued on page 2)
Jean Burns is elected chair of Horn Memorial Hospital board Jean Burns of Ida Grove was elected chair of the Horn Memorial Hospital board of directors April 23 during its annual meeting. The board also received annual CEO, treasurer, ambulance service and Auxiliary reports. Other officers are vice chair Deron Schmidt of Battle Creek, secretary Keith Robinson of Mapleton and treasurer Jen Conover of Ida Grove. The remainder of the board includes: Randy Carpenter of Holstein, Peter Goldsmith of Ida Grove and new members Vance Lundell of Odebolt, Kelli Boyle of Holstein and David Forbes of Ida Grove. Retiring members Terri Carstensen of Odebolt, Marty Boyle of Holstein and John Currie of Odebolt were recognized for their nine years of service on the board.
CEO Glen Winekauf presented his report. In 2017, 81 percent of inpatients gave Horn a “top rating” in global category of overall patient satisfaction (national, 73 percent), and 82 percent of inpatients gave Horn a “top rating” in global category of recommended hospital (national, 72 percent). Acute admissions and acute patient days both saw increases. Acute admissions were up from 265 in 2016 to 271 last year. Acute patient days went from 1,024 in 2016 to 1,092 last year. The average length of stay was 92:35 (hours and minutes), up from 89:40 in 2016. Skilled nursing patient days decreased to 1,065 last year, down from 2016’s 1,103. In-care patient days went from 113 in 2016 to (continued on page 3)
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HMH board: The Horn Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees held its annual meeting April 23. The board includes from left to right: treasurer Jen Conover of Ida Grove, Randy Carpenter of Holstein and chair Jean Burns of Ida Grove. Back from left: secretary Keith Robinson of Mapleton, David Forbes of Ida Grove, Vance Lundell of Odebolt and Peter Goldsmith of Ida Grove. Other board members are vice chair Deron Schmidt of Battle Creek and Kelli Boyle of Holstein.
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. . . Ida Grove comprehensive plan •Invest in maintaining and expanding park amenities •Maintain, improve and expand recreational facilities •Invest in providing entertainment options to the residents •Develop and redevelop land and structures with good neighborhood design principles and develop subdivision regulations •Preserve land for recreation and environmental conservation purposes (Greenspace, nearby parks, trails, mature trees, linear parks with recreational trails) •Provide access to amenities
(employment opportunities, a downtown commercial district, strong schools and numerous community facilities and services) •Seek developers and other funding sources to implement the west access •Resurfacing and renovation of streets •Maintain and improve city trail system •Provide a safe environment, accessible for emergency services (friendly, low traf ic, watch out for each other) •Support nuisance free neighborhoods (well-maintained, quiet, no odor, compli-
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ing. •Identify needed services and businesses and recruit business to Ida Grove •Continue existing business expansion programs and research new programs, loans, tax breaks and grants •Dining and entertainment options •Family friendly activities •Variety of inclusive special events for all ages.
(continued from front page) Ida Grove. The vote was two ayes. Creston Schubert abstained. Supervisors discussed the improvement of county road D-15 in the Galva area. Williams said upon further review, a concrete overlay and an asphalt overlay may be bid as alternates. Ed Sohm, county sanitarian, presented a master matrix proposal from Doppler Farms for two new 2,490-head deep pit swine inisher con inement buildings in Section 18 of Logan Township. “One person came in and questioned the ground water source. It does not have any banks,” said Sohm. “I wonder if we’re creating more problems with these approvals than what we’re gaining. How are neighbors noti ied,” said supervisor Raymond Drey. The vote on the Doppler Farms proposal was unanimous. The proposal had 480 points on the Department of Natural Resources’ Master Matrix system. Supervisors approved authorizing chairman Rhett Leonard to sign a M-25 and D-15 detour revocation agreement with Iowa Department of Transportation regarding U.S. 20 work in the amount of $37,339. Supervisors approved a resolution transferring $164,593 from Tax Increment Finance (TIF) fund one and $111,075 from TIF Fund number two to the secondary road fund. Supervisors approved a list of inancial institutions to be depositories of the county recorder, county auditor and county sheriff’s funds, in the amount not to exceed a maximum listed: United Bank of Iowa, county recorder, $40,000; county auditor, $150,000 and county sheriff, $250,000. For First State Bank, county sheriff, $100,000. Depositories’ totals were also approved, for United Bank of Iowa, Ida Grove, from $7 million to $12 million; First State Bank of Ida Grove, from $7 million to $12 million; Heritage Bank, Holstein, $6 million; Community Bank-Availa Bank, Holstein, $5 million; North Star Community Credit Union, $250,000 and Iowa Public Agency Investment Trust, Des Moines, $5 million to $10 million. Approved a liquor license application from Old Town Vineyard and Winery. There will be three supervisors’ meetings in May. Dates are May 7, 14 and 31 at 9 a.m. in the board room.
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(continued from front page) surveys were collected in November and December. In addition, the city council met with Peterson on a monthly basis since last fall to go over different segments of the plan. Implementation In developing the plan, SIMPCO came up with an implementation plan, which is an action plan to reach the city’s vision through a series of goals. SIMPCO recommends city staff regularly review and revise the implementation plan and identify priorities, timelines and measure progress. The following are some of the goals and objectives for the city to pursue (the complete plan is available on the city website idagroveia.com): •Maintain and improve public safety •Supply safe water and ensure effective treatment and disposal of waste and storm water •Develop a master plan for the maintenance of community infrastructure •Consider citywide Wi i for residents and businesses to connect to the Internet Maintain and improve the educational system and library •Enhance public health •Vibrant spiritual community •Child care •Maintain and expand existing health infrastructure.
The motion carried four to one, with Jeff Rasmussen voting no. Holstein Electric’s bid for the electrical portion of the handicapped accessibility project in Odebolt in the amount of $63,500 and awarding the appropriate contract for the completion of the work was approved. The motion carried four to one, with Rasmussen voting no. An agreement with Piper Jaffray and the OABCIG School District for 2018 sales tax inancing work was approved. The presentation packageterm sheet for distribution to interested parties for consideration to purchase revenue bonds for the OABCIG School District was approved. Myra Meek and Stacy Raasch were absent
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he Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove (OABCIG) School Board met in special session April 23, to approve the director district resolution, bids and an engagement letter for inancing and distribution of term sheet for revenue purpose bonds. A resolution adopting new director districts and authorizing submission of district maps and associated documents to the Secretary of State on behalf of the OABCIG School District was approved. Hemer’s Plumbing and Heating’s $71,876 bid for the mechanical portion of the handicapped accessibility project in Odebolt and awarding the appropriate contract for the completion of the work were approved.
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more about — (continued from front page) 20 last year. Hospice patient days decreased from 47 in 2016 to 26 last year. The number of outpatient services increased from 21,933 in 2016 to 22,135 last year. Laboratory procedures decreased from 185,109 in 2016 to 182,734 in 2017. Xray procedures decreased from 4,646 in 2016 to 3,974 last year. CT scans were up from 1,116 in 2016, to 1,216 last year. Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and rehab visits increased from 9,836 in 2016 to 10,256 last year. Home health visits (not public health or hospice) saw a decrease in 2017. There were 3,732 visits last year, compared to 4,234 in 2016. Surgical procedures were up from 714 in 2016 to 737 last year. According to Winekauf, 2017 fundraising totals were as follows: the seventh annual Foundation golf outing raised $25,000, the Foundation Festival raised $33,000, received a $25,000 pledge from the Auxiliary for the second patient room and the Employee Pride Club has raised $17,000. The new inpatient unit fundraising started in November 2015 with a goal of $1.5 million: 17 of 17 patient rooms reserved, three of four corridors reserved, 87 percent of Horn Memorial Hospital staff have participated and a total of $1,557,000 was raised for the replacement of the inpatient unit. Accomplishments last year included: completion of the inpatient unit, fiber optic system installed in Mapleton clinic, house-wide signage project completed, sleep lab accreditation achieved, courtyard construction completed and single sign-on within computer system installed. Also, the house-wide photographic art project was completed, the new cardiac rehab monitoring system was installed, Sue Smith was named new president of the Horn Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the new patient lift system in rehab was installed, a new nurse call system was installed, the new wound/ostomy/continence clinic started, a new CEO started, a new pulmonolo-
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gist, Dr. James Meyer, oversees sleep studies. Treasurer’s report In her report, treasurer Jean Burns noted, “The hospital had an excellent year, the best ever. Generous donations to the inpatientbuilding project of about $355,000 and 340B contract income of about $1,029,045 helped tremendously. As of Dec. 31, 2017, the hospital had $12,032,960 in debt due to facility improvement projects. The hospital employs 187 full- and part-time employees. Total payroll and benefits in 2017 were $11,351,000. The hospital received a total of $381,765 in donations as follows: $355,441 for the inpatient-building project and $26,324 from memorials, donations and hospice. As of Dec. 31, 2017, $367,761 had been pledged to the inpatient-building project and is recognized as a restricted asset. The hospital’s total assets are up $8,238,039. Total assets in 2016 were $21,321,818. The total assets last year were $30,559,857. The current assets for 2017 are $10,392,178, compared to $6,130,928 in 2016. Assets limited to use for 2017 increased from $3,104,052 in 2016 to $3,361,844. Property and equipment in 2017 was $16,499,524, up from $8,823,569 in 2016. Construction in progress was $3,000 last year compared to $2,819,115 in 2016. Equipment deposits were $0 last year compared to $116,071 in 2016. Deferred financing costs for 2017 were $273,311 compared to $283,083 in 2016. Notes receivable went from $45,000 in 2016, down to $30,000 last year. The hospital’s current liabilities are $2,318,418, an increase from 2016’s current liabilities of $1,977,644. The hospital’s longterm debt increased from $4,625,961 in 2016 to $11,489,180 last year. Total liabilities are $13,807,598, up from 2016’s $6,603,605. Net assets saw an increase from $14,718,213 in 2016 to $16,752,259 last year. During 2017, the board spent $8,841,409 for equipment additions and capital improvements. Improvements and items purchased were $7,600,799 for new
inpatient construction, $221,514 for nurse call system, $184,895 for IT servers and related equipment, $175,016 for three colonoscopes and three gastroscopes, $113,970 for ultrasound, diagnostic, $78,173 for anesthesia machine and monitor and $467,042 for other equipment. In 2017, net patient service revenue was $19,459,580 up from 2016’s $18,306,327. Other operating revenue totaled $1,423,315, an increase from 2016’s $1,192,837. The hospital’s total operating revenue was $20,882,895 up from 2016’s total operating revenue of $19,499,164. The total operating expenses were $19,316,630, an increase from 2016’s total operating expenses for $18,594,486. The operating income in 2017 was $1,566,265, compared to 2016’s operating income of $904,678. Nonoperating income totaled $515,524 in 2017 compared to $1,002,906 in 2016. The hospital’s excess of revenue over expenses was $2,081,789 in 2017, compared to $1,907,584 in 2016. Ambulance report David Larson, director of the Ida Grove Ambulance Service gave the Ida Grove Ambulance report. Larson said, “The Ida Grove Ambulance had another busy and successful year in 2017. At the start of the year, Dr. Hesse, our medical director, also began overseeing the Battle Creek Ambulance Service. As a result, we began cross training with their staff and also began a roster-sharing program. This allows the staff from each separate service to be able to assist with each other. This effectively expands our current 20-25-member Ida Grove roster to expand in times of need. In rural settings and with a volunteer service, personnel is often the most difficult resource and roster sharing provides more flexibility. “In addition to joint training, we also undertook a change in our documentation software in conjunction with Battle Creek. The new program from ESO, is much more user friendly and allows us to attain much more data from the patient encounters for use in quality
improvement.â€? Larson said their key equipment upgrade was the addition of a LUCAS2 device, which was attained through the same grant that provided the Horn emergency room’s device. This unit provides automated chest compressions for instances when CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation) is needed. Battle Creek is currently on the list to receive a similar unit through the second round of the same grant process. In the meantime, in the event of a potential cardiac call in the Battle Creek coverage area, the sheriff ’s office is simultaneously dispatching the Ida Grove ambulance so that their service can also utilize this equipment. This allows the entire county to benefit from this potential lifesaving technology. “Run volume stayed about equal to 2016. We completed 385 billable patient encounters throughout the year with a conservative estimate of an additional 3035 additional contacts that did not require service, such as non-transport or calls to structure fires for firefighter rehab. The new software program mentioned earlier also allows us more flexibility in documenting these nonbilled contacts so it will be easier to track them as well as we move forward.â€? HMH Auxiliary report Horn Memorial Auxiliary officers are: Sue Smith, president; Jane O’Tool, treasurer and Robin Thornhill, secretary. Fundraisers: •Gift shop—$9,000 •Bazaar—$3,313 •Jewelry (two)—$1,127 •Pop machine—$500 •Card marathon—$280 •Memberships—$500 Total funds raised— $15,975 The auxiliary donated $15,000 for a new patient room and awarded seven scholarships totaling $2,500. Other activities for the year included: February— delivered meals on wheels, May—volunteer appreciation luncheon, Aug. 1—information coffee meeting, July 12—served soft serve ice cram for new patient room open house and Dec. 4—decorated the hospital for Christmas (put up and take down).
Ida Grove library debuts Iowa AdventurePass program Library users in 16 cities and towns statewide will soon have the option to take advantage of an extraordinary new program, the Iowa Libraries AdventurePass. As a partner of the Iowa Libraries AdventurePass program, the Ida Grove Library will offer all cardholders the option to check out a family pass to participating museums and attractions in the State of Iowa, starting May 7.
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With the AdventurePass program, cardholders will have access to passes for the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens, Des Moines Blank Park Zoo and Sioux City’s LaunchPAD Children’s Museum. Some restrictions do apply, so check with the library for program rules. “The library board and staff at the Ida Grove Library are excited to bring this big city amenity to our small hometown
library,� said Ida Grove Library Director Angela Scales. “The AdventurePass is a fantastic opportunity for all adult cardholders at the Ida Grove Public Library and will provide free access to great destinations in the State of Iowa.� For more information on the program or for instructions on how to reserve passes, contact the Ida Grove Library staff at 712-364-2306 or email librarian@idagrove.lib.ia.us.
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Retiring members honored: Terri Carstensen of Odebolt, John Currie of Odebolt and Marty Boyle of Holstein were each recognized for nine years of service on the Horn Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees during the board’s annual meeting April 23. From left, Randy Carpenter, Carstensen and Horn Memorial Hospital CEO Glen Winekauf.
Ida County Kids Fest seeking support The 2018 Ida County Kids Fest will be held May 7, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Holstein Fire Department in Holstein. The Ida County Cattleman’s Association will be sponsoring the meal at kids fest. They will be grilling burgers alongside the Ida County Pork Producers. Ida County Kids Fest is a health/community fair geared toward educating community members on family and social services that are offered in the area. The focus age is zero to ive years and every vendor booth has information as well as an activity for the children to enjoy. The event is organized by Siouxland Human Investment Partnership and funded by Early Childhood Iowa. Many local and area sponsors are involved each year. Siouxland Human Investment Partnership and Early Childhood Iowa are seeking support
Ida County delinquent taxes increase slightly Ida County delinquent property taxes increased .65 percent this year when compared to 2017. This year’s delinquent rate is 3.75 percent. In 2017, the rate was 3.1 percent. According to Ida County Treasurer Traci Riessen, 3.75 percent, or $424,525 of the $11,326,090 assessed Ida County property taxes were not paid by the April 3 deadline. This compares to 3.1 percent in 2017, 4.6 percent in 2016, 4 percent in 2015, 4 percent in 2014, 4 percent in 2013 and 3.1 percent in 2012. As of April 20, the delinquent tax amount had decreased to $312,116 or 2.76 percent. A penalty of 1.5 percent per month is charged on
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Hike-bike preparation: There is a lot of behind the scenes work involved in preparing for the annual Whitey Thompson Hike-Bike-A-Thon, including preparing pledge letters to be sent out. This year’s event is Wednesday, May 9, from 1:45-4 p.m., beginning at Skate Palace in Ida Grove.
The Galva City Council met in special session April 24 to discuss board of zoning adjustment members and land needed for the wastewater project. Following discussion, the council gave several suggestions for the clerk to contact about serving on the board of zoning adjustment. The council voted to approve the irst ive individuals to accept the appointment. Tom Grafft of I&S Group told Gary and Mary Brummer about the proposed wastewater project and land needs the city has. Following discussion, the Brummers stated they will let the city know their decision regarding selling the property.
from all area and local businesses. Support may include being a vendor with an education table or as a donor for a door prize. Some businesses donate door prizes with the value of $20 and some of several hundred dollars. This is entirely up to each individual business. The Ida County Early Childhood Iowa Committee is working on some details, including a donated dinner, this year’s Kids Fest Flyer and advertising. However, the date has been set and donations and vendors are being solidi ied. If you would like to become a vendor, sponsor a door prize or have any questions in general contact Early Childhood Iowa Director Kerri Hall at Siouxland Human Investment Partnership Of ice at 712-222-6394 or cell at 712-574-2793, khall@ siouxlandship.org or www. siouxlandship.org.
delinquent general, special assessments and mobile home unpaid taxes. Ida County’s total tax asking was $12,356,768 for the 2016 tax season, collectible in the 2017-18 iscal year, compared to $11,954,430 the previous year. The following credits were applied for this year: homestead—$271,244; military— $6,192; agricultural land— $273,798; family farm— $122,855; business property—$351,113 and low-income elderly and disabled-$11,718. Delinquent notices go out at the end of April. Check with the treasurer’s of ice to ind out if your property taxes have been paid.
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Out of the Past Forty years ago Ida Grove’s St. Paul Lutheran Church is for sale. Selling a church is turning out to be a unique experience for Louis Dahms, local realtor. Old churches have been converted to homes, apartments, of ices, businesses and even radio stations in the past. Dahms said he hopes to have a buyer for the old church lined up by the end of this year when St. Paul’s congregation will move into their new church on Circle Drive. Ida Grove’s centennial now has an of icial royal family to oversee the proceedings June 1-4. Margaret Ford and Bill Suiter were chosen centennial king and queen at the centennial style show Saturday at the Ida Grove Middle School auditorium. The centennial king and queen will preside at several centennial events and will be featured in the centennial parade. Deputy Michael Pickett has resigned from the Ida County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Don Gebers said Pickett resigned because law enforcement in Ida County is “too much of a hassle.” Gebers said he believes he has found a replacement in the person of Paul Birkinbine, who is the current chief of police in Schaller. No formal agreement has been agreed upon between the county and Birkinbine. Holstein cannot be compared to Los Angeles in the number of taxis, but, nonetheless, the city’s one taxi and its driver, Wendell Conover, aid in transporting the elderly. Conover has been driving the taxi for more than three years and says he enjoys his work. Conover said the majority of his riders are in their 80s. He also carries their groceries in and does other odd jobs for
the elderly. Thirty years ago According to Ida County agriculturist Bob Paulsrud, spring ieldwork in Ida County is way ahead of normal. Paulsrud says about 5 to 7 percent of the county’s corn crop is in the ground, which is the earliest start on the planting season in the county since 1976. The Ida County Board of Supervisor approved plans for a new engineer’s of ice to be built on West Sixth Street in Ida Grove near the county shop, plus plans for a maintenance building in Battle Creek. Senior members of the University of Iowa men’s basketball team played an exhibition game in Ida Grove Saturday. The game raised money for the athletic department, which will come in handy after Hawkeye Kent Hill shattered the backboard when dunking the basketball. The possibility of inding water to supply the city of Holstein looks promising. Seventeen test holes or cores were drilled on the Harlan Heinse property near Highway 20. An engineer’s report recommends developing two sites on the property. The city was forced to look for more water after the number one and two wells went dry. The city is currently supplied by only one well (number three). Twenty years ago Cindy and Rob Germann of Wall Lake have purchased Odebolt Super Valu from Dick and Donna Hoelscher of Odebolt and will take over operation of the store May 3. The grocery store will be known as Jamboree Foods. Following an hour-long discussion on the need for law enforcement in Galva, the city council decided to inves-
tigate several avenues. The avenues include checking on the legality of soliciting donations from residents to fund countywide law, a police vehicle or department; possible tax levies to fund some type of law enforcement and asking Ida County deputies or other law of icers if they would consider working in Galva after hours. The city dropped out of countywide law, but is in need of law enforcement. The Ida County Safety and Communications Commission heard concerns from the City of Holstein relating to law enforcement coverage in Holstein. Mayor Mary Gross said deputies need to make more passes around the city park due to vandalism and the Catholic church parking lot where kids have been congregating with beer. Ten years ago The Ida County Soil and Water Conservation District noted accomplishment for the iscal year 2007 in its annual report that included assisting 983 individuals; nine farmstead windbreaks; 134,280 feet of terraces; conservation plans written for 8,403 acres; 13,403 acres of cropland with conservation applied to improve soil quality and 9,427 acres of land with conservation applied to improve water quality. Clay Miller of Ida Grove was elected president of the Horn Memorial Hospital Board of Directors during its annual meeting. The hospital board’s annual report noted the majority of outpatient and ancillary services saw decreases in 2007. Areas that saw increases were average length of stay, CAT scans and home health visits. Acute admissions were down from 796 in 2006 to 746 in 2007.
by Chelsea Gross Recreation director The Cinco de Mayo fun run is May 5. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. Participants will be walking/running on the Pleasant Valley trail in Ida Grove. There is a fee. Registration forms are available at the rec center. Save the date for our BBQ and baseball fundraiser on Saturday, June 23. The registration deadline for youth golf forms is May 15. There will be a $5 late fee after that. No additional late registrations accepted after June 1. Our golf and hunting simulator is available for use. We ask that you be 16 to use it. Anybody under 16 must be accompanied by a parent. There is a rental fee. All fitness classes are offered with a paid membership. Evening water aerobics are
Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Melissa Ausborn is the instructor. 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. Bockelman is the instructor. Water aerobics are held on Thursdays at 8:45 a.m. Bockelman is the instructor. Yoga is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. Danielle Bennett is the instructor. May 17 will be the last day until after summer. AM Mix is Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 a.m. Jen Conover is the instructor. PM Mix is held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Conover is the instructor. Rec center hours: 5 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 1-8
p.m. Sunday. Winter lifeguard hours are 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. MondayFriday, 2-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Adult co-ed volleyball is every Sunday at 6:30 p.m. We ask that everyone who uses the facility respect our rule about changing your shoes when you enter the building. This will help keep the building clean and help extend the lifetime of our equipment. Visit our website: www. idagroverec.org. Remember that you can use Chamber Bucks to pay for a membership. Also, GOMACO, Horn Memorial Hospital and North Star employees get special discounts. We also offer a military discount for past or present military service. Contact Gross with any questions at 712-364-3716 or igrec@longlines.com.
Windowsi ll There are times when my greatest accomplishment is just keeping my mouth shut. ***** The USDA Iowa Crop Progress and Condition report for the week ending April 22 shows topsoil moisture was 78 percent adequate and 16 percent surplus in west central Iowa. Subsoil moisture was 82 percent adequate and 10 percent surplus. ***** You really never realize how long a minute is until you’re exercising. ***** In 1990, daily and weekly newspaper publishers employed about 455,000 people, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. By January 2016, that number had fallen to 173,000. Report for America, a nonpro it organization modeled after AmeriCorps, aims to install 1,000 journalists in understaffed newsrooms by 2022. ***** My closet is illed with the latest in spring fashion. Spring 1994. That still counts, right? —Maxine ***** Your shoes are the irst thing people subconsciously notice about you. Wear nice shoes. ***** It’s amazing how grandparents seem so young once you become one. ***** May is Asthma Awareness Month, Building Safety Month, Get Caught Reading Month and Healthy Vision Month. This is Children’s Book Week. Thursday is National Day of Prayer and World Press Freedom Day, Friday is International Respect for Chickens Day and Pink Shirt Day and Saturday is Cartoonists Day. ***** So many languages in the world and a smile speaks them all. *****
A gal in Battle Creek says sometimes she shocks herself with the smart things she does. Others times she tries to get out of her car with her seatbelt on. ***** Remember Fridays are “Popcorn Days” at United Bank of Iowa in Ida Grove. Grab a bag of popcorn for a free will donation to the King Theatre project. ***** If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. —Steve Jobs ***** Ida County’s labor force participation rate estimate for 2014 was 86.1 percent. The labor force includes all people classi ied in the civilian labor force between the ages of 20 and 64, plus members of the U.S. Armed Forces, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The U.S. average was 77.2 percent and Iowa’s average was 82.8 percent. Only North Dakota and Nebraska had slightly higher percentages at 84.2 and 83.9 percent. ***** In life, you will meet two kinds of people. Ones who build you up and ones who tear you down. But, in the end, you will thank them both. *****
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Schulte will miss the day-to-day rou ne of going to O-A school O-A elementary teacher Diane Schulte will retire at the end of the current school year. She said, “I will miss the fun of being in a classroom full of energetic learners with ideas loating through my head about how to capture their attention with something so fun they forget that they are learning.� Schulte has taught full-time in Odebolt for 44 years. “I took one year’s leave of absence since coming to town in 1973. I was fresh out of ISU and hoping to practice an interview with Dr. Hoenshel, the superintendent at O-A at that time. But, to my surprise, he offered me a contract at the end of the interview. And, as the saying goes, ‘the rest is history.’ I really didn’t even know how to get to Odebolt. I had to use a map to ind the way from Ames. My mom rode with me and stayed in the car. I told her it probably wouldn’t take long. But, here I am 45 years later.� When Schulte interviewed, O-A was a unitized elementary, a modern trend. She said, “It was very impressive for a small school like O-A to be that progressive. That was one of the reasons I thought this would be a great school system. The students were grouped into Units A, B and C. I was hired as a Unit B teacher. For seven years, I taught third grade reading and then taught some fourth grade sections of math and science. “I moved to a Unit A irst grade teaching position when Carolyn Friday retired and I’ve been there ever since. I loved third grade. Teaching cursive writing was such a highlight. I love irst grade, too. Teaching beginning readers has become my passion. There couldn’t be a better job than that. Hopefully, by teaching a child to read, they can change the world. “I think I’ve touched the lives of close to 1,000 students over the past 44 years and I have no doubt that each and everyone of them has made this world a better place.� Schulte has always had an interest in teaching. She recalls playing school since she was old enough to hold chalk. “I guess I always knew I wanted to have a job that involved helping others. I am totally out of my comfort zone when I have to speak in front of other adults, but give me a group of small children and I’m in paradise. I love the enthusiasm and innocence of each little person. “I was blessed with patience. Sometimes, it seems a little one just isn’t going to get where you want them to be, but usually they do, in their own time and pace. I have never given up on anyone. Patience and time has always prevailed,� said Schulte. What are some of her most memorable moments? “I will never forget the friendships that have developed over the years—friendships with co-workers, parents and students. The same beginning teachers that I started my career with are still my dear friends today. We had some of the best times in our lives together. We laughed and cried and learned as much as we taught. On snow vacation days (and there were a lot of them in 1975), we would get together with a deck of cards
Sole 2 Soul 125 South Main St. in Galva 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily 712-282-4426 www.Sole2SoulGalva.com Galva city-wide garage sales: Galva is teaming up with Holstein to host citywide garage sales the same weekend this year on May 4 and 5. We have multiple garage sales going on in Galva and maps will be available at The Meeting Place and the Galva Legion Hall. Also, the Galva Legion Auxiliary is hosting a bake sale and will have free coffee available
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Schulte retiring: O-A first grade teacher Diane Schulte is retiring at the end of the school year after 44 years. and some warm cinnamon rolls. We would mix business and pleasure together for hours. “The friendships developed over the years with parents and students have made this job one of the most rewarding careers ever. I have told students many times that my job is so easy. All I really need to do is to teach them how to get their own job. “I’ve even mentioned that, someday, they might take my job. I am about to ind out how true that might be. It has been such a joy seeing former students become young ladies and gentlemen, and they become parents and a couple have even become my boss over the years. I have seen three generations of some families, and you cannot imagine the pride that brings back to me. I will cherish all these memories for the rest of my life.� What will she miss the most? She said, “I love having the identity as an educator. I can’t think of a better job in the world. I always preached the motto, ‘love what you do and do what you love.’ I have lived that dream. I have gone to school as a student or teacher for 62 years. I have really not known any other way of life. “I will miss the fun of being in a classroom full of energetic learners with ideas loating through my head about how to capture their attention with something so fun they forget they are learning. I love doing lesson plans and decorating the room and hallways with things I’ve found on the latest shopping trip. “I will miss checking papers and trying to encourage students by what I might say. I hope that they will remember what I have said or written, but what is far more important to me is how I made them feel. I will truly miss they way they have made me feel. “I’ve been such a lucky teacher to have had such great students in such a great school, living in such a caring community. I have also been so lucky to have had such a supportive family. From the wonderful parents I had that encouraged me to get a good education, to the great husband that encouraged me by his faith and his understanding, as I constantly used him as my rock for listening and understanding. “My own children have been there to help out, as well.
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They shared ideas, helped with projects and shared their mom with lots of other kids. And, my grandchildren have provided me with lots of joy, too. I will miss our morning chats and not being able to see them in my classroom or in the hallways every day.� Schulte said the biggest change since she started teaching is technology. “I never thought irst graders would be teaching me, but, boy, was I wrong. They know far more about what buttons to push and where to click. Even though I see the strength of technology, I still believe in the value of the human touch and the compassion offered by a person, not a machine. “Another change, because of less local control, I think we overtest kids and underestimate the value of explicit written lesson plans in this day and age. When I irst started teaching, lesson plans were expected to be turned into the of ice each week. It was a habit I learned and kept over all the years of teaching. Technology changed that, too. “I will always stand behind differentiation; however, I will be the last to give up on phonics. I truly believe in the spiraling of phonics skills from grade to grade. I have used a basal to guide that understanding of phonics and comprehension since day one of my teaching and will stand behind it still today. If you can read what I’m writing, it must not have been all bad, right?� Schulte’s retirement plans include substitute teaching, keeping involved in school activities, maintaining an active role in her grandchildren’s lives and helping with their show calves. She loves to read, write, do jigsaw puzzles and work on scrapbooks and feels maybe now she can do them guilt-free. “I have always loved the students of the past and present as though they were part of my family. They have provided me with more in return than I could possibly have offered them. Just a smile or a wink from a student has always meant the world to me. “Over the years, I have lived well, laughed often and loved much. I have always considered my family, my students and my job to be of upmost importance. It’s time for my family to take over the driver’s seat. I’m looking forward to the ride. Thank you to everyone who has touched my life,� said Schulte.
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Voter training: Twenty-five precinct election workers gathered in Ida Grove on April 26, to be trained by the Iowa State Association of Counties staff on the new Precinct Atlas equipment in anticipation of the new Jan. 1, 2019 voter law requirement of presenting photo ID’s at the polls when voting. The Ida County Auditor’s Office strongly encourages voters to be proactive and bring their ID’s to the polls when voting at the 2018 Primary and General Elections.
Lohff-Schumann by Libby Bagenstos Recreation director Theatre arts camp: Join us June 5-8 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. or noon to 2:30 p.m. to learn acting techniques, games and participate in a performance with us. Available to students in irst through eighth grade. Registration due May 1, 20 students per session. Filmmaking camp: Join us June 12-15, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. or noon to 2:30 p.m. to learn the art of ilmmaking and create your own premiere short ilm. Available to students in irst through eighth grade. Registration due May 1, 20 students per session. 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-mem-
Join the Ida Grove Library and special guest Kathy Wilson for an inside look at what life was really like below stairs at places like Downton Abbey. This program will focus on the realities of domestic service at Highclere Castle, the real Downton Abbey, during the early 20th century.
bers will be charged the daily admission fee. Facility fund-raiser: If you have empty pop cans you’d like to donate to a good cause, you can drop them off at Lohff-Schumann anytime. Money collected will be put towards new equipment. Birthday parties: Let LohffSchumann make your child’s birthday party a hit. The fee 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 Monday—5:45–6:30 a.m. spinning, 5:45–6:30 a.m. full body it and 9:45–10:30 a.m. retired but not tired. Tuesday—5:45–6:30 a.m. core cardio and 5:30–6:15 p.m. spinning. Wednesday—5:45–6:30 a.m. TRX and weights and 5:30–6:15 p.m. Zumba. Thursday—5:45–6:30 a.m. weights and cardio, 9:45–10:30 a.m. retired but not tired and 5:30–6:15 p.m. bodyweight burner. Friday—5:45–6:30 a.m. medball and weights, 12–12:45 p.m. TRX mix and 5:30–6:15 p.m. Zumba. Sunday—1:30–2:15 p.m. treadmill/strength.
Filtration of diesel fuel encouraged The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been working with pipeline terminal operators, fuel retailers and petroleum marketers following some reports of dispenser fuel ilter plugging at several diesel fuel retailers in central and northeast Iowa. Some of the diesel fuel in the system has been clogging the 30-micron fuel ilters that are required by Iowa law to be on retail diesel fuel pumps. The ilters required at retail locations have been effective. The Department has received no reports of any vehicles having diesel fuel-related issues. Though dispenser ilters have been effective in preventing any vehicle issues, retailers are exercising additional caution by replacing ilters at shorter
intervals to prevent any potential issues. On-farm and private diesel fuel tanks and dispensers are not legally required to have the same 30-micron ilters as retail equipment. As a result, farmers and others with bulk diesel fuel tanks may want to consider options to ilter the diesel in their fuel storage tanks through a 30-micron or iner ilter before it is placed in their equipment.
Also, if farmers or others with private fuel tanks do have issues with their equipment’s fuel system, they may want to irst consider checking the impacted equipment’s fuel ilter. The department is continuing to work with industry representatives to understand what is causing the issue. If any Iowan does have an issue, they can report it to the department’s Weights and Measures Bureau at 515-725-1492.
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FAMILY & FRIENDS G-H students raise $7,500 for Jump Rope for Heart Galva-Holstein Upper Elementary students raised more than $7,500 for the American Heart Association via the association’s Jump for Heart Program. The youngsters exceeded their goal of $6,000 by more than $1,500. Last year, students raised approximately $5,800. Galva-Holstein PK-5 physical education teacher Matthew Best said he wanted to bring something fun and challenging that all the students could get excited about. Jump Rope for Heart was just that. Jump Rope for Heart is a program from the American Heart Association designed for students to become educated about being active and what it means to have a healthy heart, mind and body through jumping rope. GH-Upper Elementary students actively participate in a jump-roping unit in PE class for four weeks, learning single, doubles and long rope skills and tricks. While students jump rope in PE class, outside the classroom, they have the option of collecting monetary donations for the American Heart Association. The money the students raise helps provide research grants, services and litera-
ture to help save those affected from heart disease. At the end of the month, students gather in the gym for a Jump Rope for Heart Celebration. More than 100 students enjoyed the day together, jumping and celebrating the past month of learning and fun. “We pack the kids in pretty tight and get them all jumping, which provides a fun environment for students, teachers and parents to enjoy,” Best said. “In each grade, students make a team name and theme, and they have a little fun with dressing up.” People may think there is only one way to jump rope, but the students would show them that is not the case, after everything they have learned. “We cover a variety of different jumps with long rope and different activities with the short rope as well,” Best said. “They have a choice of what type of jumping they want to do and are able to switch between the different types of jump roping and games. We basically jump the entire time for the event with a small break for a few raffle prizes and a snack.” The money raised by the students is all through do-
nations from door to door and, additionally, this year, online donations were made possible, making the process even easier. Best added, the biggest takeaway for the students during the jump-roping unit is becoming knowledgeable in staying active and helping others learn how to keep their hearts healthy. In addition, students are able to fund research for people whose hearts are not healthy and help to control the risks and improve their lives.
O-A/BC-IGMS bands earn I ra ngs The Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove Middle School sixth grade band and seventh/ eighth grade band earned I ratings at larger group music contest in Anthon April 21. Neil Anders directs both bands. The sixth grade band performed “Royal Crown March” by Pearson and Gott and “At the River” arranged by Timothy Loest. The seventh/eighth grade band performed “Air and Caprice” by John Edmondson and “Riders on the Southern Front” by Roland Barrett.
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CRMC donation: The Cherokee Regional Medical Center presented a check to the Ridge View Dance Team Friday. The $250 donation is in part for the dance team helping at the Daddy Daughter Dance held in Holstein on April 6. On hand for the presentation were, from left, dance team members Kate Kofmehl, Hanna Blackmore, Yesenia DeLaO and coach Taylor Chamberlin accepting the check from Lisa Ducommun, ARNP.
WDWV Schedule The Willow Dale Wellness Village activity calendar for May 2-9: Wednesday, May 2: 9:30 a.m. Catholic rosary and communion; 2 p.m. Cinco de Mayo party; 6:30 p.m. Legion bingo. Thursday, May 3: 10:30 a.m. noodle-o exercise; 2 p.m. Arthur Free Church with Merle,
Audrey and Pastor Marty; 3 p.m. monthly birthday party. Friday, May 4: 10:30 a.m. local news review; 1:30 p.m. bingo. Saturday, May 5: 2 p.m. cards of choice; 3 p.m. crazy for cookies social. Sunday, May 6: 1:30 p.m. Crista Else piano recital. Monday, May 7: 10:30 a.m. discuss and recall; 2 p.m. sift
and stir with Fern; 4 p.m. jackpot. Tuesday, May 8: 10:30 a.m. music in motion; 1:30 p.m. Danbury Catholic visit with Father Ball; 3 p.m. Bible study. Wednesday, May 9: 9:30 a.m. Catholic rosary and communion; 10:30 a.m. manicures; casino outing or movie.
OSC Schedule by Crystal Hopkins Activity director The Odebolt Specialty Care activity calendar for May 2-9: Wednesday, May 2: 10:15 a.m. Catholic communion; 10:30 a.m. Bible chat with Kris; 2:30 p.m. Arron Schumacher. Thursday, May 3: 10 a.m.
WESCO; 2:30 p.m. word games. Friday, May 4: 10 a.m. resident council; 2:30 p.m. bingo. Saturday, May 5: 3 p.m. movie and popcorn; 7 p.m. Lawrence Welk. Sunday, May 6: 2:30 p.m.
Faith Lutheran Church; 3 p.m. social. Monday, May 7: 10 a.m. Name 20; 2:30 p.m. nails. Tuesday, May 8: 10 a.m. crossword; 2:30 p.m. bingo. Wednesday, May 9: 10:15 a.m. Catholic communion; 2:30 p.m. bingo.
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Crocheting class: Melissa Ausborn taught a beginner crochet class at The Meeting Place in Galva April 21. During the two-hour make-’n-take program, Ausborn shared some of her favorite crochet projects and talked about different kinds of crochet needles, hooks, yarns, weights, stitch guides and more. She demonstrated a single crochet stitch and helped 23 ladies learn how to crochet a simple washcloth.
MHC Schedule The Morningside Healthcare Community (Ida Grove) activity schedule for May 2-9 is: Wednesday, May 2: 8 a.m. devotions; 10:15 a.m. current events; 11 a.m. music and motion; 2:15 p.m. church with Pastor Schroder. Thursday, May 3: 8 a.m. devotions; 9:30 a.m. manicures; 2 p.m. gardening. Friday, May 4: 8 a.m. devotions; 9:30 a.m. reading; 1:30 p.m. movie and popcorn. Saturday, May 5: 2:30 p.m. adult coloring social.
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Denison Pro-Life conference is May 5 Crawford County Right to Life presents the sixth annual Pro-Life Conference May 5 at Our Savior Lutheran Church at 500 N. 24th St. in Denison. The event begins with welcome and introductions at 9:45 a.m. The program schedule is as follows: 10 a.m. Janette Clausen, “Crossroads of Crawford County;” 10:45 a.m. Prolife video; 11 a.m. Bob Vander Plaats,
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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Ridge View Middle School releases contest results Ridge View Middle School held its annual solo/small ensemble contest April 19. Receiving a I+ rating was Lakota Altena, clarinet solo. Students receiving I (superior) ratings were the bass clef choir, Adrian Robinson (vocal solo), RyAnne Steffen (vocal solo), Jeannie Arthur (vocal solo), Morgan Todd (vocal solo), vocal duet (Chloe Gottschalk and Abby Wandrey), Josie Avery (vocal solo), Tasha Regennitter (vocal solo), Emma Vohs (snare solo), Jake Breyfogle (trumpet solo), Kael Wiese (snare solo), Jackson Struck (snare solo), Ian Shepherd (piano solo), Hannah Yockey (flute solo), trumpet trio (Ross Mentzer, Logan Pickhinke and Kayla
Weldon) and Kael Wiese (marimba solo). I-minus ratings went to Lakota Altena (vocal solo), vocal duet (Jerzey Endrulat and Anais Najera), Levi Albers (snare solo), Tyhler Kolpin (snare solo), Graca Goettsch (alto sax solo), Dominic DuBord (clarinet solo), clarinet duet (Audrey Kalin and Kenzie Voge), Owen Brent (trumpet solo) and Katie Pickhinke (snare solo). Students receiving II+ (excellent) ratings were the treble clef choir, Owen Brent (vocal solo), vocal duet (Grace Freese and Maya Waldo), Hannah Yockey (vocal solo) and Grace Freese (flute solo). Receiving a II rating was Kael Wiese (vocal solo). Photo Submitted
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Odebolt to jet sewer lines over next five months The City of Odebolt will be jetting sewer lines off and on over the next five months. When sewer lines are jetted, the water pressure creates an airflow in the sewer pipe. Ninety percent of the time, it sucks the traps dry in the houses as it passes by their service lines, creating a sewer gas smell in the house. If the sewer line is flat or
has sags in the pipe, it creates an air pocket between the jet nozzle and the buildup of water behind the nozzle. Thus, when the nozzle passes by the service line, it has air pressure which flows to the house. If the house is properly vented, the air will exit through the vent pipe. If the house is not properly vented, or the vent pipe is plugged
or partially plugged, the air will go to the next outlet in the house floor drain, stool, bathtub, etc. If there is debris in the bathroom stools, it will blow out of the water closet. If the stool has been flushed, it should be clean water. The reason the city cleans and televises sewer lines is to prevent a major back-up of sewers involving blocks of residences.
O-A/BC-IG prom servers: Prom servers for this year’s O-A/BC-IG High School prom held April 21 were, front from left: Teah Tollufsen, Sarah Petersen, Abby Bender, Kaitlyn Riessen, Macy Nicholson, Autumn Schreiber and Rylie Hedberg. Back from left: Jordyn Diimig, Taylor Sorensen, Krystal Bettin, Elijah Gebel, Bailey Newman, Isaac Newquist, Kylee Weber, Ryder Cranston and Savannah Wych.
WDWV celebrates Na onal Nursing Home Week Willow Dale Wellness Village in Battle Creek is excited to participate in the upcoming observance for National Nursing Home Week (NNHW), May 13-19. The NNHW 2018 theme, “Celebrating Life’s Stories,� serves as a tribute to life’s most signi icant events, relationships and experiences that shape the unique perspectives of residents, families, staff and those in the surrounding communities. Established as an annual, week-long observance by the American Health Care Association (AHCA) in 1967, NNHW provides an opportunity to recognize the role of skilled nursing care centers in caring for America’s seniors and individuals with disabilities.
“We encourage members of the community to come visit Willow Dale during National Nursing Home Week,â€? said Tabitha Gonnerman, administrator. “Whether volunteering to spend time with our residents, or learning more about our services, everyone is welcome to join the Willow Dale story.â€? Willow Dale invites you to attend the events scheduled that encapsulate the “Celebrating Life’s Storiesâ€? theme: •Wayne Miller Orchestra, Tuesday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. •Community and volunteer pizza party, Thursday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. •Mert’s One Man Band, Thursday, May 17, 6:30 p.m.
Chris e to be honored at Dow City-Arion alumni banquet The Dow City-Arion (DC-A) High School Alumni Association has announced that it has selected Peggy Christie, Elisabeth Petersen and Helen Keairnes McCoid as the 2018 recipients of the prestigious Greyhound Award for their outstanding contributions to the Dow CityArion School, community and Alumni Association. The Greyhound Award is presented each year to the recipient or recipients who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the Dow City-Arion School, the Alumni Association, and/or the community. Christie and Petersen have dedicated their teaching careers to the elementary students of the Dow City-Arion and Boyer Valley School Districts. Christie will retire at the end of the 201718 school year, completing 33 years of teaching kindergarten, of which 31 were served at the Dow City location. Petersen taught irst grade in Dow City for her entire 33-year teaching career before retiring in 2013. During the course of their careers, this stable duo has helped hundreds of students by teaching them the fundamentals of education and life skills. McCoid has dedicated a part of her life to the Dow City-Arion School in a different way. She graduated in 1948 and that year she attended her irst alumni banquet. This year, McCoid will stand to be recognized, not only as a member of the 70-year class, but also as one of the few alumni who has never missed an alumni banquet. Christie graduated from Bishop O’Hara High School in Kansas City, Mo., in 1978 and received her bachelor of science degree in education, specializing in early childhood, from Northwest Missouri State University in 1982. Outside the school classroom, Christie has tutored students in the area, coached her children’s soccer teams for several years and, during the irst two years
Peggy Christie of her career, taught gymnastics while also teaching at a parochial school in Kansas City. She volunteered as an EMT on the Ida Grove Ambulance for 18 years before retiring in 2015. While re lecting on her career, Christie states, “My job as a kindergarten teacher has been incredibly rewarding. I estimate I have taught more than 425 students to tie their shoes. By the end of the year, it is so rewarding to see how much my students have grown.� With retirement directly ahead of her, she re lects, “While I look forward to enjoying my retirement and traveling with my husband, Kevin, I will miss my students and my colleagues. It has been an honor to work with such a dedicated group of teachers and I look forward to coming back to visit and substitute.� Christie resides in Ida Grove and has ive children, two stepsons and four grandchildren, with one on the way. The annual Dow City-Arion Alumni Banquet will be held on May 26 at 7 p.m. at the Boyer Valley School (former DC-A School Gymnasium) in Dow City. For information on reservations and ticket cost, contact Tracey Ettleman Schechinger at 712-269-2413 or E-mail DCAalumni@hotmail.com.
College News Morgan German of Holstein and 110 other students presented 80 academic projects from a variety of disciplines at Concordia University, Nebraska’s eighth annual Academic and Research Symposium April 16. The number of presenters this year was more than double the 51 of last year. Students presented a variety of semester or year-long projects at the symposium, including poster and oral presentations in art, biology, computer science, communication, education, English, geology, health and human performance, history, intercultural studies, mathematics, physics, psychology and theatre arts.
Dr. Willcockson to speak at wellness event Ida Alive is sponsoring “Creating A Company Culture Of Wellness� program for businesses May 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Horn Memorial Hospital Conference Center. Dr. AmyMichelle Willcockson, director of Live Healthy Iowa is the guest speaker. The event is free to all businesses in Ida County with lunch provided. RSVP by Friday, May 25, to Community Health at 712-364-7311. Topics during the program include: de inition of holistic health and wellness, what is a culture of wellness and why is it important and steps to creating it. Since receiving her Doctorate of Chiropractic, Dr. Willcockson has been a leading authority on the wellness movement. She has been a successful doctor, coauthor, business owner, trainer and public speaker in her 18year career.
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Camouflage program: Ida County Naturalist Danielle Babcock gave a program on animal camouflage at the Ida Grove Public Library April 25. The kids learned about animal camouflage, spent time playing a game and then coloring and camouflaging frog art.
Save-your-brain quiz available The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) launched an online quiz recently to help older Iowans determine their risk for cognitive decline and what steps to take to reduce that risk. Anyone can take the Save Your Brain quiz online at https://idph.iowa.gov/ save-your-brain. ‘Save Your Brain’ is based on the most recent science available,� said IDPH Medical Director, Dr. Patricia Quinlisk. “The assessment analyzes diet, physical activity, brain engagement and social interaction and comes up with a list of things an individual can do to lower their risk for dementia or other forms of cognitive decline.� Because
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of the continuing research in this area, the quiz will be reviewed at least annually to reflect the most up-todate science. Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in Iowa and the U.S. Cognitive decline and dementia are often contributing factors in other deaths. IDPH is encouraging health organizations, community groups and individuals to access and use the online materials; for example, Broadlawns Hospital in Des Moines is using the quiz as part of its dementia risk reduction program. One aspect of the assessment, diet, focuses on the consumption of “brain healthy� foods; research
shows some of the best foods for brain health are vegetables, nuts, berries, beans, whole grains, fish, poultry, olive oil and wine. The risk reductions suggested because of the quiz often work together to benefit brain health, and it is important to maintain healthy habits in all areas. The goal of the quiz is to identify areas in an individual’s everyday life to improve current and future cognitive health, as well as improve physical health. Quinlisk recommends taking the quiz, working on the suggested improvements for six months and then taking the quiz again to see how their risk of dementia has been reduced.
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SPORTS O-A/BC-IG girls meet—
Falcons earn tle, Raptors seventh
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Shot put: O-A/BC-IG’s Ryder Meek placed first in the shot put at the Raptor coed meet in Holstein April 23. His best throw was 49-10.5.
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O-A/BC-IG boys, A-A girls win tles, Ridge View squads in top five The Ridge View girls claimed third place while the Raptor boys were fifth in their home co-ed meet in Holstein April 23. The O-A/ BC-IG boys and Alta-Aurelia girls won the team titles. Girls Alta-Aurelia claimed the girls’ team title with 179 points. Ridge View scored 84 points to finish in third place out of 10 teams. Rachel Kenny’s second place showing in the 3,000 meter run in 12:45.92 was Ridge View’s best placing. Ridge View’s other placings that scored team points were: Third—Kara Richard, discus, 82-7; Rachel Kenny, 1,500, 5:54.31; 4x100 (Bailey Graff, Kennedy Mason, Lexi Phillips, Kinzey Dutler) :55.09. Fourth—Kara Richard, shot put, 31-6; Madeline Else, 100 hurdles, :18.30; Reka GitayGorzo, 1,500, 6:01.54. Fifth—Autumn Henkel, discus, 77-11; 800 sprint medley (Lexi Phillips, Esmeralda Najera, Anya Kistenmacher, Madeline Else) 2:05.33; Lexi Phillips, 100, :13.99; distance medley (Esmeralda Najera, Renae Wiese, Erin Johnson, Reka Gitay-Gorzo) 5:07.15; Kinzey Dutler, 400, 1:05.32; 4x200 (Jordan Grothe, Gracie Chance, Paige Todd, Kara Richard) 2:03.69. Sixth—4x800 (Hana Blackmore, Erin Johnson, Reka Gitay-Gorzo, Jordan Grothe) 12:22.79; Kinzey Dutler, 200, :28.43; Madeline Else, 400 hurdles, 1:22.71; 4x400 (Paige Todd, Erin Johnson, Jordan Grothe, Mikayla Kolpin) 4:50.55. Seventh—Paige Todd, long jump, 14-6.5; Autumn Henkel, shot put, 29-2.5; Jordan Grothe, 100, :14.31. Boys O-A/BC-IG nipped AltaAurelia by two points to win the boys’ championship. The Falcons amassed 140 points and A-A chalked up 138 points. Ridge View was fifth with 79 points. Eleven teams were entered. O-A/BC-IG The Falcons won three
events en route to the top spot at Ridge View. Winning individual events were Cooper DeJean, long jump, 19-4.75; Ryder Meek, shot put, 49-10.5 and Isaac Endrulat, 800, 2:07.43. Other placings that scored team points were: Second—Tyler Anderson, discus, 133-8; Tyler Anderson, shot put, 4711.5; shuttle hurdle (Quintin Cranston, Cooper DeJean, William Grote, Kolton Krajicek) 1:02.59; 4x200 (Philip Brooks, Cooper DeJean, Austin Lindner, Kolton Krajicek) 1:35.45; Ben Bergman, 400 hurdles, 1:01.00. Third—Caden Wareham, long jump, 18-11.25; Ryder Meek, discus, 120-6; Isaac Endrulat, 400, :53.77; Quintin Cranston, 110 hurdles, :16.60. Fourth—Ryan Kolpin, high jump, 5-8; 4x800 (Leighton Barnum, Ben Bergman, Evan Veltri, Caleb Reitz) 9:37.98; Philip Brooks, 100, :11.71; William Grote, 110 hurdles, :16.74; 4x100 (Eli Gebel, Carson Godbersen, Austin Lindner, Cameron Sharkey) :48.36. Fifth—William Grote, high jump, 5-6; distance medley (Eli Gebel, Cameron Sharkey, Ryan Kolpin, Ethan Mortensen) 4:17.31; 4x400 (Chase Devitt, Quintin Cranston, Austin Lindner, Caden Wareham) 3:49.86. Sixth—sprint medley (Philip Brooks, Ryan Kolpin, Quintin Cranston, Ethan Mortensen) 1:42.13; Carson Godbersen, 200, :24.70. Eighth—Eli Gebel, 200, :25.07. Ridge View Ridge View scored 79 team points. Thirty of the points came from placing first in the 4x200 (Jacob Mitchell, Jacob Tokheim, Andres Carbajal, Kevin McGuire) 1:34.75; Andres Carbajal, 400 hurdles, :58.54 and the 4x400 (Jacob Tokheim, Andres Carbajal, Jacob Mitchell, Kevin McGuire) 3:40.19. Coach Dale Tokheim noted he was happy with the effort of all his athletes.
“We were led by Carbajal who had three firsts and a second,” said Tokheim. “Carbajal was on the winning 4x200 and the 4x400 (3:40.19). Then he ran away with the 400 hurdles. Carbajal led the 4x800 off with a 2:13 and they ended up second. “McGuire continues to look strong and just competes in every race. He was also in the 4 x100 that got third and the second place 4x800 where he ran a 2:15 split. Mitchell looks better every race as he continues to get into shape. He led off the third place sprint med and the third place 4x100. “Tokheim anchored the sprint med and had a nice 53.5 split in the 400. Jaxon Franken looked very good in his 800s running a 2:13 split in the 4x800 and an open 2:18. Colton Dutler ran his first 800 and showed he is a great competitor with a 2:17 split in the 4x800. “Things are starting to fall into place and now we just need to fine tune some things and continue to run ourselves into shape.” Ridge View’s other placings that scored team points were: Ridge View’s other placings that scored team points were: Second—4x800 (Andres Carbajal, Kevin McGuire, Jaxon Franken, Colton Dutler) 8:59.48. Third—Jaxon Franken, 800, 2:17.17; 4x100 (Jacob Mitchell, Jake Kliegl, Jesse Coleman, Kevin McGuire) :46.15. Fourth—Ezra Miller, discus, 118-11; 800 sprint medley (Jacob Mitchell, Jake Kliegl, Jesse Coleman, Jacob Tokheim) 1:41.60. Sixth—shuttle hurdle (Austin Degen, Jacob Brinkman, Beau Blackmore, Josh Frahm) 1:14.53; Jake Kliegl, 100, :11.89; Austin Degen, 110 hurdles, :17.92. Seventh—Jaxon Franken, high jump, 5-4; Colton Dutler, long jump, 17-3.25; Jacob Tokheim, 200, :24.72. Eighth—Ezra Miller, shot put, 40-3.
O-A/BC-IG claimed the championship and Ridge View was seventh in the nine team O-A/BC-IG Girls Track Invitational April 24. O-A/BC-IG charted 129 points to lay claim to the team title. Bishop Heelan was second with 125 points. Ridge View recorded 27 points. O-A/BC-IG O-A/BC-IG’s placings in the top six were: First—Sydney Durbin, high jump, 5-2; Anna Winterrowd, 100, :12.84; 4x200 (Jordyn Fredericks, Morgan Godbersen, Calli Wareham, Sarah Cotton) 1:53.94; Calli Wareham, 400, 1:12.84; 4x100 (Jordyn Fredericks, Sarah Cotton, Anna Winterrowd, Sydney Durbin) :53.01. Second—800 sprint medley (Morgan Godbersen, Kirsten Dausel, Jordyn Fredericks, Sarah Cotton) 1:57.19; Jordyn Fredericks, 100, :13.17; distance medley (Morgan Godbersen, Mia Mortensen, Madison Schiernbeck, Alyssa Mason) 4:53.37; Anna Winterrowd, 200, :26.90. Third—Bethany Rehse, discus, 94-4; 4x800 (Kaitlyn Riessen, Nanako Sonoda, Abby Bender, Brooklyn Hoffman) 11:30.37; Alyssa Mason, 800, 2:50.01; Sarah Cotton, 200, :27.75; Madison Schiernbeck, 1,500, 5:38.71. Fourth—Madison Schiernbeck, 3,000, 12:17.26; 4x400 (Sarah Cotton, Anna Winterrowd, Sydney Durbin, Lea Williams) 4:46.09. Fifth—Calli Wareham, long jump, 14-5; Sarah Petersen, 100 hurdles, :18.26; Kaitlyn Riessen, 800, 2:53.28.
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Sprint to the finish: O-A/BC-IG 100-meter dash contestants Anna Winterrowd, left, and Jordyn Fredericks push hard to the finish line of the event at the O-A/BC-IG girls meet April 24. Winterrowd placed first with a time of :12.84 and Fredericks was second with a time of :13.17. Sixth—4x800 (Elle Schroeder, Ryder Cranston, Cora Hansen, Josey Babcock) 12:33.63; Kirsten Dausel, 100 hurdles, :18.52; Elle Schroeder, 1,500, 6:14.00. Ridge View Ridge View’s placings in the top six were: Third—4x400 (Paige Todd, Kinzey Dutler, Reka Gitay-Gorzo, Madeline Else) 4:44.94. Fourth—Kara Richard,
discus, 91-6; 4x800 (Reka Gitay-Gorzo, Kinzey Dutler, Mikayla Kolpin, Madeline Else) 12:03.40; Lexi Phillips, 100, :14.01. Fifth—Hanna Blackmore, 3,000, 13:16.77; 4x100 (Kennedy Mason, Lexi Phillips, Kara Richards, Gracie Chance) :57.05. Sixth—800 sprint medley (Lexi Phillips, Esmeralda Najera, Gracie Chance, Kennedy Mason) 2:10.49.
Raptor boys sixth at Alta-Aurelia The Ridge View boys scored 54 points to place sixth out of 10 teams at the Alta-Aurelia track and ield meet April 24. Ridge View won the 4x400 relay with a time of 3:52.07. The
relay runners were Jake Mitchell, Jake Tokheim, Jaxon Franken and Dylan Wood. Coach Dale Tokheim noted the weather wasn’t the best as rain, wind and cooler tempera-
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Discus: Ridge View’s Ezra Miller threw the discus 118-11 to place fourth at the Raptor coed meet in Holstein April 23.
tures played a part in his team not performing well overall. “There were a few individuals who ran well and improved their times, but I didn’t think we were very mentally tough,” said Tokheim. “I am sure we were tired and sore after our second back to back meets in six days. We did try and give the guys a lighter load at A-A. “Mitchell ran his personal record in the open 100 with an :11.59 for second place. He was a part of the foursome who won the 4x400 and got fourth in the sprint medley. Tokheim and Franken were also on the second place shuttle hurdle relay and looked good. Franken tied for third in the high jump and was on the fourth place distance medley. “I thought our young guys did a nice job running in some bad weather as many of them had three events as we tried to rest some of the older guys.” Other placings that scored team points were: Second—shuttle hurdle (Austin Degen, Jacob Tokheim, Jaxon Franken, Andres Carbajal) 1:05.29; Jacob Mitchell, 100, :11.59. Third—Jaxon Franken, high jump, 5-6; Ezra Miller, discus, 123-4.5; Ezra Miller, shot put, 41-7.5. Fourth—Sprint medley (Jacob Mitchell, Jacob Kliegl, Jacob Tokheim, Andres Carbajal) 1:41.43; distance medley (Dylan Wood, Jacob Kliegl, Jesse Coleman, Jaxon Franken) 4:07.87. Fifth—4x800 (Jon Madsen, Chance Hansen, Beau Blackmore, Ben Todd) 11:34.23. Sixth—4x200 (Jacob Brinkman, Beau Blackmore, Alex Movall, Billy Fraser) 1:50.31.
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Falcons, Raptors prepare for state qualifying track and field meets
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4x200: Ridge View’s Paige Todd, right, pulls up after handing the baton to Kara Richard in the 4x200 relay at the Raptor coed meet in Holstein April 23. The girls, along with Jordan Grothe and Gracie Chance, placed fifth with a time of 2:03.69.
Bowling Scores JUNIOR MIXED LEAGUE Pronto 404.5 Johnson Propane 397.5 United Bank of Ia. 184.5 First State Bank 172 Ida Bowl 127.5 HIGH BOYS’ GAME Dana Wessel 203 Hunter Maass 184 Evan Williams 91 HIGH BOYS’ SERIES Dana Wessel 584 Hunter Maass 455 Evan Williams 250 HIGH GIRLS’ GAME Sierra Schmidt 137
HIGH GIRLS’ SERIES Sierra Schmidt 331 HIGH TEAM GAME Pronto 408 Pronto 384 Pronto 377 HIGH TEAM SERIES Pronto 1169 BANTAM LEAGUE North Star CCU 381.5 Tief’s Transfer 297.5 Designs by Jamee 307 Good Samaritan 48 HIGH BOYS’ GAME Ben Hofmeister 134
Jackson Groth 127 Evan Jordan 118 HIGH BOYS’ SERIES Ben Hofmeister 375 Jackson Groth 345 Evan Jordan 330 HIGH GIRLS’ GAME Alyssa Monroe 98 HIGH GIRLS’ SERIES Alyssa Monroe 234 HIGH TEAM GAME North Star CCU 633 Tief’s Transfer 615 North Star CCU 608 HIGH TEAM SERIES North Star CCU 1824 Tief’s Transfer 1790
WVC golfers play in two tournaments Western Valley Conference golf teams played the third and fourth of ive conference meets Monday, April 23 and Thursday, April 26. The inal regular season conference tournament was played Monday, April 30. The top three teams in both the boys’ and girls’ standings (based on season long points) at the conclusion of the inal tournament will advance to the overall championship tournament Monday, May 7 in Le Mars. April 23 Boys The boys team scores from Correctionville were KingsleyPierson, 157; Westwood, 157; Woodbury Central, 159; River Valley, 173; O-A/BC-IG, 177; MV-A-O/CO-U, 178; LawtonBronson, 180 and Ridge View, 214. West Monona didn’t have enough golfers to compete as a team. Medalist was Elijah Lamoureux of Westwood with a 35. Ashton Lichtenberg of River Valley was runner-up with a 37. The Falcons counted rounds from Ty Warnke, 37; Kaden Ladwig, 44; Reed Godbersen, 48 and Ethan Zobel, 48. Austin Wardrip and Blake Anderson both had rounds of 49. Ridge View counted scores from Brandt Price, 43; Nathan Yockey, 54; Zach Wood, 55 and Brayden Stowater, 62. and Grant Schmidt shot a 75 and Michael Zobel had a 77. Girls Team scores from the girls’ tournament in Moville were Woodbury Central, 211; Kingsley-Pierson, 215; West Monona, 217; MV-A-O/CO-U, 218; O-A/ BC-IG, 225; Westwood, 228; River Valley, 246 and LawtonBronson, 259. Ridge View didn’t have enough golfers to compete as a team. Sallie Gallagher of Woodbury Central was medalist with a 45 and Haylee Halbur of MV-A-O/ CO-U was runner-up with a 46.
O-A/BC-IG’s scores came from Ellie Diersen, 52; Lauren Schwade, 54; Carly Murphy, 56; Jenna Henderson and Emma Endrulat, 63. Ridge View’s Julie Wood shot a 51 and Kennedy Mason carded a 54. April 26 Boys The boys’ team scores from Sloan were Westwood, 168; Woodbury Central, 171; MVA-O/CO-U, 182; Kingsley-Pierson, 183; O-A/BC-IG, 189; Lawton-Bronson, 191; River Valley, 194 and Ridge View, 217. West Monona didn’t have enough golfers to compete as a team. Medalist was Elijah Lamoureux of Westwood with a 38. Ty Warnke of O-A/BC-IG was runner-up with a 40. The Falcons counted rounds from Warnke, 40; Austin Wardrip, 47; Blake Anderson, 50 and Kaden Ladwig, 52. Reed Godbersen and Ethan Zobel both had rounds of 54. Ridge View counted scores from Brandt Price, 46; Zach Wood, 49; Nathan Yockey, 53 and Grant Schmidt, 69. Brayden Stowater shot a 70 and Michael Zobel had a 76. Girls Team scores from the girls’ tournament in Onawa were Ridge View, 206; Woodbury Central, 208; MV-A-O/CO-U, 219; O-A/BC-IG, 221; KingsleyPierson, 225; Westwood, 234; West Monona, 240; LawtonBronson, 244 and River Valley, 271. Sallie Gallagher of Woodbury Central was medalist with a 40 and Julie Wood of Ridge View was runner-up with a 47. O-A/BC-IG’s scores came from Lauren Schwade, 53; Kelsey Dausel, 54; Carly Murphy, 55 and Corin Bower, 59. Ridge View’s score came from Wood, 47; Kennedy Mason, 49; Viv Leonard, 52 and Tori McDanel, 58. Rayann Volkert shot a 71.
O-A/BC-IG and Ridge View will compete in separate co-ed state track and ield qualifying meets Thursday, May 10. O-A/BC-IG O-A/BC-IG will travel to Treynor for a 12-team class 2A meet starting at 4 p.m. Both boys and girls will be qualifying based on state qualifying meet place and state qualifying meet performances. In class 2A, the top two inishers in each state qualifying meet event, plus the next best eight performances from qualifying meets statewide will qualify for the state meet May 17-19 in Des Moines. Ridge View Ridge View will travel to Mondamin (West Harrison) for a 14-team class 1A meet starting at 4 p.m. Both boys and girls will be qualifying based on state qualifying meet place and state qualifying meet performances. In class 1A, the top place winner in each state qualifying meet event, plus the next 12 best performances statewide from qualifying meet place winners statewide will advance to the state meet May 1719 in Des Moines.
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Wednesday League: Kin Pins was the top team in the women’s Wednesday night bowling league at Ida Bowl. The team includes, front from left, Trisha Hoffman, Barb Kacmarynski and Jackie Hoffman. Back from left, Jennifer Hoffman, Tracy Johnson and Amanda Campbell. Lauren Schmidt and Kristy Gilbert are also part of the team.
Wood, McDanel score at K-P golf meet Ridge View’s Julie Wood shot a 51 and Tori McDanel had a 63 at a girls’ golf meet in Kingsley April 24. They were Ridge View’s only two entries in the meet. Woodbury Central won the team title with a 197. Four team were entered. Ridge View didn’t have enough golfers to compete as a team.
Fishing report The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issues a ishing report compiled from information gathered from local bait shops, angler creel surveys and county and state parks staff. Action should pick up as water temperatures continue to warm up. For more information, contact the Black Hawk District of ice at 712-657-2638 or go online at iowadnr.com. Black Hawk—Water temperatures are in the mid 50’s. Expect ishing to pick back up as water continues to warm. Bluegill - Fair: Use waxworms and crawlers in the marina. Action has slowed a bit, but a few have been picked up in Town Bay, along Ice House Point and from the inlet bridge. Black crappie—Slow: Use crawlers and minnows ished from shore and the loating dock. Walleye—Slow: Expect walleye shore ishing action to pick up as water temperatures gradually warm. Fish a minnow or leech under a bobber or throw a twister along the Ice House Point shoreline, North Shore, and East Shore near the outlet. Storm Lake—Water temperature is in the mid 50’s. Walleye - Fair: Throw twisters or ish minnows under a bobber from the state marina. Decent walleye action along the north shore near Chautauqua Park. White bass—Fair: Anglers are having luck ishing from shore on the east side and from the marina. Black Crappie— Fair: Catch crappie from the marina using minnows and a twister.
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Thursday League: United Bank of Iowa sponsored the championship team of the Thursday night bowling league at Ida Bowl. The team includes, front from left, Claudia Livermore, Peggy Gebers and Karen Brown. Back from left, Connie Haahr, Leeann Livermore and Carrie Landon. Ronda Martin is also a member of the team.
Drake Relay results O-A/BC-IG’s Sydney Durbin placed fourth in the high school girls’ high jump at the Drake Relays in Des Moines Thursday. Her best jump was 5-4. On Friday, Ryder Meek was 21st in the high school boys’ shot put with a throw of 48-1. He was the only Falcon boy to compete at Drake. Also Friday, the O-A/BC-IG girls’ 4x100 team of Jordyn Fredericks, Sarah Cotton, Anna Winterrowd and Sydney Durbin placed 37th with a time of :51.45.
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Hall of Fame: Peggy Gebers of Holstein was inducted into the Ida Grove Women’s Bowling Association Hall of Fame during the association’s annual banquet April 25.
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Social Security by Brian DeMoss Social Security District manager Spencer/Storm Lake Facts you should know about enrolling in Medicare parts A and B. Understanding Medicare isn’t as dif icult as you might think. It’s a bene it most working Americans can count on. Here are some facts you might not know about the program. Can I still get Medicare at 65? Yes, you’re still eligible for Medicare starting at 65, no matter what year you were born. If you or your spouse worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years, you’re eligible for Part A (hospital insurance) at age 65 for free. Part A helps pay for inpatient care in a hospital or skilled nursing facility following a hospital stay. It also pays for some home health care and hospice care. You’re also eligible for Part B (medical insurance) if you choose to get it and pay a monthly premium. Part B helps pay for services from doctors and other health care providers, outpatient care, home health care, durable medical equipment and some preventative services. If you are receiving Social Security bene its already, you will be automatically enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B at age 65. Because you must pay a premium for Part B, you can choose to turn it down. However, if you don’t enroll in Part B when you’re irst eligible for it, and choose to enroll later, you may have to pay a late enrollment penalty for as long as you have Part B coverage. If you’re not receiving Social Security bene its, you have a seven-month period (your initial enrollment period) to sign up for Part B. Generally, your initial enrollment period begins three months before your 65th birthday, includes the month you turn age 65, and ends three months after your birth month. If you are covered under an employer group health plan, you may have a special enrollment period for Part B. If you are 65 or older and covered under a group health plan, either from your own or your spouse’s current employment, you may have a special enrollment period during which you can sign up for Medicare Part B. This means that you may delay enrolling in Part B without having to wait for a general enrollment period and without paying the lifetime penalty for late enrollment. Additional rules and limits apply, so if you think a special enrollment period may apply to you, read our Medicare pub-
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Scout donation: The Ida Grove Cub Scout Pack 41 donated nearly 700 items of food to the Ida Grove Community Basket from their annual “Scout of Food� fundraiser in April. On hand for the delivery of the food were, front row left to right, Diane Young, Ida Grove Community Basket coordinator, Myles Iversen, Dane Ossman, Carter Spinharney, Nick Segebart and Owen Forbes. Back row from left, Chad Schaeding, Jared Iversen, Rocky Ossman, Mark Forbes and Stacy Segebart. JR Miller, Aiden Miller and Body Eason also helped with the fundraiser.
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Since 1978, Iowa corn growers have elected their peers to serve on the Iowa Corn Promotion Board (ICPB) to oversee the investment of funds generated by the Iowa corn checkoff program. On July 17, corn growers in Crop Reporting Districts 4, 5, 8 and 9 can vote at their local county ISU Extension office for their representation on the Iowa Corn Promotion Board for a three-year term. Current candidates for USDA Crop Reporting District #4 (Audubon, Calhoun, Carroll, Crawford, Greene, Guthrie, Harrison, Ida, Monona, Sac, Shelby and Woodbury) are Larry Buss from Harrison County and Brandon
Strutzenberg from Calhoun County. The board’s primary priorities and responsibilities include domestic and foreign market development, research into news and value-added corn uses and education on corn and the farmers who grow it. Corn producers within Districts 4, 5, 8 and 9 who have produced and marketed 250 bushels of corn or more in Iowa in the previous marketing year (Sept. 1, 2016 to Aug. 31, 2017) and are interested in running for a position may still file a petition with the ICPB. Once all grower petitions have been received, a final list of candidates will be generated and all names will be
listed on the election ballots. Anyone who has produced and marketed 250 bushels of corn or more in Iowa in the previous marketing year is eligible to vote in the election. Producers unable to visit the local ISU Extension office on July 17 may vote by absentee ballot. Absentee ballots can be requested beginning May 30, requests must be made no later than June 25 by contacting the Iowa Corn office at 515225-9242 or on the website at www. iowacorn.org. Absentee ballots must be postmarked or returned to the Iowa Corn Office no later than July 17. Results of the election will be made public on July 22.
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Obituaries To keep our readers better informed, funeral information will be posted on our website (www.idacountycourier.com) within hours of receiving it at our of ice. Robert I. Evans April 27, 1942 – April 23, 2018
Andrew Miller Feb. 10, 1972 – April 24, 2018 IDA GROVE – Services for Andrew Miller, 46, of Ida Grove were April 28, 2018, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove. The Rev. Richard A. Salcido of iciated. Burial was in the Ida Grove Cemetery at Ida Grove. Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home in Ida Grove was in charge of arrangements. He died April 24, 2018, at his Ida Grove home Andrew “Andy” Miller, son of Lloyd and Kathleen (Kinney) Miller, was born Feb. 10, 1972, in Sioux City. He grew up in Ida Grove and graduated from Ida Grove High School in 1990 after achieving All State honors in chorus and speech. He continued his education at Wayne State College, where he participated in choir, band, marching band and jazz band. On Aug. 29, 1992, Andy married the love of his life, Brenda Iosty, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove. They settled in Andy’s great-grandparent’s house in Ida Grove, in which they created a home that was always open to their family and friends. They were blessed with three children: Robinson, Samuel and Caroline. Andy was introduced to the art of bridge building at a young age, going out on his dad’s bridge sites on the weekends. He worked summers on paving crews and eventually started full-time on a bridge/ culvert crew with Dixon Construction in 1995. He then went on to work at Godbersen-Smith in 1999, becoming a project superintendent in 2001. Andy continued a successful career until his forced early retirement in 2013. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove. He served four years as chairman of Maple River Chapter of Ducks Unlimited, where he earned state recognition for enhancing the chapter. He was an avid supporter of local conservation efforts.
Andy was active on the Ida Grove Ambulance Service as an EMT, assistant director and training director. He was a performer and board member at the Holstein Community Theater, appearing in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Mary Poppins. From a young age, Andy participated in Boy Scouts of America, achieving rank of Life Scout, and he enjoyed introducing the love of scouting to the next generation. He continued his dedication to serving others through his gifts to the Iowa Donor Network. Andy was at home in the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, ishing, hiking and taking his dogs for a run at the park. As a true renaissance man, his love for the outdoors was only surpassed by his love of music. He enjoyed classical to heavy metal, and everything in between. He loved the trombone and played the tuba in the German Band and at Tuba Christmas. He lent his vocal talents with many different people and groups in the community. He loved enriching other people’s lives by sharing his knowledge of music, the outdoors, Scouting and lifesaving with all. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Brenda Miller of Ida Grove; his children: Robinson (Shannon) Miller, Samuel Miller and Caroline (Nate) Homan, all of Ida Grove, and a grandson, Louis Miller. Also surviving are his father, Lloyd (Carole) Miller of Tracy, Minn.; two brothers: Michael Miller of Chicago, Ill., and Lucas (Tiffany) Miller of Spirit Lake; a sister, Stephanie Miller of Issaquah, Wash.; two nephews, Maxwell and Ian Miller, and extended family and friends. Andy was preceded in death by his mother, Kathy Miller; an infant brother, William; his maternal grandparents, Doc and Audrey Kinney; and his paternal grandparents, Julius and Elsie Miller. Condolences may be sent online at www. christensenvanhouten.com.
Evelyn I. Grable KENNEWICK, WASH. – Evelyn I. Grable, 91, of Kennewick, Wash., died April 20, 2018, at Grandridge Meadows Adult Family Home in Kennewick, Wash.
Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home in Kennewick, Wash., is in charge of arrangements. She is a former Charter Oak, Holstein and Galva resident.
Daniel E. Graeber Jan. 9, 1961 – April 23, 2018 HOLSTEIN – Private family services for Daniel E. Graeber, 57, of Holstein were at Nicklas D. Jensen Funeral Home in Holstein with Mike Kelley of iciating. Burial will be at a later date. Nicklas D. Jensen Funeral Home in Holstein was in charge of arrangements. He died April 23, 2018, at his Holstein residence. Daniel E. Graeber was born Jan. 9, 1961, in Hacienda Heights, Calif. He was raised in California and moved to Correctionville in 1987, where he lived until he moved to Holstein in 1999. He was a longtime VT Industries employee. He married Julia Graeber and they raised
four children: Tasey, Tiffany, Sheena and JD. Dan enjoyed woodworking and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his children: Tasey (Bill) Lindquist, Tiffany (Miguel) Puga-Vallejos, Sheena Graeber and JD Graeber ( iancée Shawna Bradley); and six grandchildren: Addelyn, Brice and Cadence Lindquist, and Aleeya, Zoey and Jasper Puga-Vallejos. Also surviving are his mother, Kay Graeber; three sisters: Phyllis, Heidi and Michelle; two brothers: Steve and Kevin; and his ex-wife, Julia Graeber. Dan was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Donald and Betty Graeber; two brothers, Eddy and Tommy, and a sister. Online condolences can be made at nicklasdjensen h.com.
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ODEBOLT – Visitation for Robert Ivan Evans, 75, of Odebolt was April 29, 2018, at Christensen–Van Houten Funeral Home in Odebolt. ChristensenVan Houten Funeral Home in Odebolt was in charge of arrangements. He died April 23, 2018, at his Odebolt home. Robert was born April 27, 1942, to Meta (Pagel) and Ivan Leroy Evans of Mason City. He was educated in the Mason City school systems, NIACC and University of Iowa. He was a member of Boy Scouts. He was baptized at St. James Lutheran and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City. On June 6, 1964, Robert married Dorothy Fox at United Methodist Church in Odebolt. Two children were born to this union, Rachel Dian on Aug. 20, 1968, and Matthew Jeremy on July 30, 1971. They made their home on the family farm near Odebolt for over 50 years. Robert’s hobbies consisted of fishing and hunting in the Mason City area and, later on, in the Odebolt area. He raised pheasants, quail and partridge. He also enjoyed gardening and raising flowers. He was an avid bowler for many years at
Jesus and the bank robber testimonies are often unreliable. After a bank robbery, witnesses may give con licting descriptions of what happened. Some will say the culprit was wearing a black t-shirt, and others will say he wore a grey hoodie. Many times, they disagree on the ethnicity of the perpetrator. However, witnesses of a bank robbery are focused much more on the weapon being pointed at them, than they are on the appearance of the culprit. It also happens so quickly, that details become muddled. This was not the case with the Resurrection. It happened over a period of 40 days, and the disciples certainly spent more than a few minutes with Jesus. The appearance of Christ also had a very powerful effect on the disciples. Every detail was seared into their memories and stayed with them for the rest of their lives. We can relate to this. Do you remember what happened on Sept 11, 2001? Of course. You probably know exactly what you were doing that day when you irst heard about the attack. Many
by: Deacon Derick Cranston Pastoral Associate St. Mary Parish-Riverside Holy Trinity Parish- Richmond St. Joseph Parish-Wellman
(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. It has been shown over and over that eyewitness testimonies are often unreliable. This is used to discredit the testimony of the disciples who saw Jesus after the Resurrection. The argument goes something like this: “Eyewitness testimonies are often unreliable. How do the disciples know it was really Jesus? In addition, the disciples’ memories of the event probably became distorted over time.” Let’s take a closer look at the premise that eyewitness
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people, myself included, can remember the whole day from beginning to end. Now, imagine how much more vivid the memories are of the eyewitnesses of the attack. Do you think they are now just distant vague memories for these eyewitnesses? Would you say their memories of the event are unreliable and cannot be trusted? The Resurrection of Christ was a much more profound and powerful event than the attacks (as horrible as they were) on Sept. 11. It is a long stretch to say the eyewitness testimony of the disciples is unreliable and became distorted over time.
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the lanes in Odebolt and Ida Grove. Robert was a past Clinton Township trustee and also past Master and 50-year member of Wheeler Masonic Lodge-Odebolt. He had a love for most all types of music. He enjoyed singing in his high school choir, as well as other choirs. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Dorothy; a daughter Rachel (Jon) Miller; and a son Matthew (Debra) Evans. Additional survivors include his grandchildren: Madison A. Cerizo (fiancé Don Halverson), Sydney N. Cerizo (special friend Ryan Johnson), Devin M. Cerizo, Brandt M. Evans, Braedan J. Evans and Brenna K. Evans; a sister, Delores Miller; a brother, Glenn Evans; three nieces: Emily (Alan) Williams, Riley and Ashlyn; other nieces and nephews, and many dear and valued friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ivan and Meta Evans, and his in-laws, Paul and Fern Fox. “The impact we have on the lives of others is our only true legacy. This is the only thing that truly lasts when we are gone.” And we are the sum total of everyone we have known. Condolences may be sent online at www. christensenvanhouten.com.
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH Rev. Martin Davis 2326 STORY AVE. - 712-365-4328 Sunday – 10:30 a.m. worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday school
~ Galva ~ ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Paul Egger, Pastor 406 MONONA ST. - 712-282-4700 Sunday – 9 a.m. Sunday School & Bible class 10 a.m. worship
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Honor choir: Eight Ridge View Middle School sixth graders participated in the Northwest Iowa Choral Director Association Honor Choir Festival April 17 in Orange City. Sixth grade singers were, from left, Jacob Schimmer, T.J. Pittman, Tatum Shepherd, Molly Reiss, Daynia Brenner, Kinzie Hagen, Noah Shepherd and Janella Faist.
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Honor choir: Ten Ridge View Middle School seventh graders participated in the Northwest Iowa Choral Director Association Honor Choir Festival April 17 in Orange City. Singers participating in the honor choir were, front from left: Mason Lewis, Lakota Altena, Jeannie Arthur, Grace Freese, Beth Mentzer and Grace Naberhaus. Back row: RyAnne Steffen, Tyler O’Rourke, Maya Waldo and Allen Brenner.
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PUBLIC NOTICE City of Galva APRIL 24, 2018 The Galva City Council met in special session on the above date with Mayor Nading presiding. Council members present: Brosamle, Freese, Schossow, Wiese and Wood. Guests: Tom Graft, Gary and Mary Brummer. Motion by Freese, second by Wiese, approving the agenda. All ayes. Motion carried. BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT–APPROVE MEMBERS–Following discussion, the council gave several suggestions for the clerk to contact about serving on the Zoning Board of Adjustment motion by Wood, second by Schossow to approve the first five to accept the appointment. All ayes. Motion carried. PROPOSED WASTEWATER PROJECT–GROUND–Tom Graft of I&S Group told Gary and Mary Brummer about the proposed wastewater project and land needs the city has. Following discussion, Mr. and Mrs. Brummer will let the city know their decision regarding selling the property. There being no further business, the council adjourned upon motion by Schossow, second by Brosamle. Mayor Stan Nading ATTEST: City Clerk/Treasurer Anita Brandt, IACMC/MMC (Published in the Ida County Courier on Wednesday, May 2, 2018)
PUBLIC NOTICE TRUST NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF THE TRUST: Roger and Nancy Feddersen Revocable Trust To all persons regarding Roger R. Feddersen, deceased, who died on April 6, 2018. You are hereby notified that Nancy Feddersen is the trustee of the Roger and Nancy Feddersen Revocable Trust dated on April 20, 2017, and amended November 9, 2017. Any action to contest the validity of the trust must be brought in the District Court of Ida County, Iowa, within the later to occur of four (4) months from the date of second publication of this notice or thirty (30) days from the date of mailing this notice to all heirs of the decedent settlor and the spouse of the decedent settlor whose identities are reasonably ascertainable. Any suit not filed within this period shall be forever barred. Notice is further given that any person or entity possessing a claim against the trust must mail proof of the claim to the trustee at the address listed below via certified mail, return receipt requested, by the later to occur of four (4) months from the second publication of this notice or thirty (30) days from the date of mailing this notice if required or the claim shall be forever barred unless paid or otherwise satisfied. Dated on April 24, 2018. Roger and Nancy Feddersen Revocable Trust /s/ Nancy A. Feddersen Nancy A. Feddersen 130 Eastar Ct. Ida Grove, IA 51445 Ryan A. Mohr, #9599 Attorney for Trustee Law Offices of Redenbaugh & Mohr, P.C. P.O. Box 1284 Storm Lake, IA 50588 Date of second publication: 9th day of May, 2018 (Published in the Ida County Courier on Wednesday, May 2, 2018)
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SUMMARY OF THE APRIL 23, 2018, SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ODEBOLT ARTHUR BATTLE CREEK IDA GROVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Odebolt Arthur Battle Creek Ida Grove (OABCIG) School Board met in special session Monday, April 23, 2018, at 6:30 p.m. in the Elementary Music Room in Ida Grove. The purpose of the special meeting was to approve bids, director district resolution, engagement letter for financing and distribution of term sheet for revenue purpose bonds. Stephanie Konradi called the meeting to order. Board members present were: Tony Bennett, Crystal Endrulat, Stephanie Konradi, Brad Lundell and Jeff Rasmussen. Myra Meek and Stacy Raasch were absent. Also in attendance were Terry Kenealy, superintendent, and Kathy A. Leonard, Business Manager, and three patrons. It was moved by Lundell and seconded by Endrulat to approve the agenda as published and the motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Lundell and seconded by Bennett to approve the bid from Hemer’s Plumbing and Heating for Bid Package D for the mechanical portion of the Handicapped Accessibility Project in Odebolt in the amount of $71,876 and award the appropriate contract for the completion of the work. The motion carried 4-1 with Rasmussen voting no. It was moved by Endrulat and seconded by Bennett to approve the bid from Holstein Electric for Bid Package E for the electrical portion of the Handicapped Accessibility Project in Odebolt in the amount of $63,500 and award the appropriate contract for the completion of the work. The motion carried 4-1 with Rasmussen voting no. It was moved by Endrulat and seconded by Lundell to approve the Resolution Adopting New Director Districts and Authorize Submission Of District Maps and Associated Documents to the Secretary of State on behalf of the OABCIG School District. The motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Endrulat and seconded by Bennett to approve the Agreement with Piper Jaffray and the OABCIG School District for 2018 Sales Tax Financing Work. The motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Bennett and seconded by Rasmussen to approve the Presentation Package-Term Sheet for distribution to interested parties for consideration to purchase revenue bonds for the OABCIG School District. The motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Lundell and seconded by Endrulat to adjourn. The motion carried 5-0 and the meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m. Kathy A. Leonard, OABCIG Board Secretary (Published in the Ida County Courier on Wednesday, May 2, 2018)
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Director, Institute for Agriculture, Food, and Resources Management Buena Vista University (BVU) is creating a new Institute for Agriculture, Food and Resource Management, which will house business, science, and interdisciplinary academic and co-curricular programs. BVU is seeking a Director to manage the new institute. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to partner with the President, regional agricultural businesses, and faculty to build programs which will help BVU become recognized as a national private college leader in agricultural education. The individual needs to be dynamic, knowledgeable, and an entrepreneurial individual who will oversee the institute’s creation, growth, and management. Qualified applicants must be highly motivated, have excellent interpersonal skills, organized and disciplined. An advanced degree in either business or agricultural science is required, and the ideal candidate will have advanced degrees in both areas. Examples of appropriate degrees include M.B.A. or M.S./Ph.D. in business or an agricultural science. Experience working in an agricultural business is expected. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2018. A background check will be conducted on the final candidate. For full consideration, applications should be complete and sent to: Ms. Melissa Butcher Director of Human Resources Buena Vista University P: 712-749-2049; E: humanresources@bvu.edu Applications must include a letter of interest, a CV (or resume), and contact information for five professional references with email and telephone numbers (references will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant).
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IDA GROVE, IOWA APRIL 23, 2018 The Board of Supervisors convened in adjourned session, members present Chair Rhett Leonard, Creston Schubert and Raymond Drey. Minutes of the meeting held April 9, 2018, were read and approved. At 9:30 a.m., this being the time and place as published, County Engineer Jeff Williams opened the sealed bids for PCC Pavement of Harold Godbersen Drive and M15/240th St. Two bids were received: Cedar Valley-$1,253,010.16 and Godbersen-Smith Construction-$1,049,251.86. Leonard moved and Schubert seconded a motion to approve the low bid from Godbersen-Smith Construction. Motion carried, all voting Aye. The Engineer presented a crack seal contract. It was the consensus of the Board that he should obtain bids for the project. A motion by Schubert and seconded by Drey to adjust the resignation date for Dale Hinrickson for a later date and change his employee classification from full-time to temporary part-time, effective April 23, 2018, and also to compensate him $5,000 annually as the Planning and Zoning Director. Motion carried, all voting Aye. Drey moved to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a M-25/D-15 Detour Revocation for U.S. 20 in the amount of $37,339.70. Leonard seconded the motion and it carried, all voting Aye. Leonard moved and Schubert seconded a motion to approve and authorize the Chair to sign an application for underground construction from Schaller Telephone to Section 6 of Silver Creek Township near Market Ave. Motion carried, all voting Aye. A motion by Schubert to approve and authorize the Chair to sign an application for underground construction for Schaller Telephone for various locations in Silver Creek Township in Sections: 1, 2, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 18 and 24. Drey seconded the motion and it carried, all voting Aye. Drey moved to approve and authorize the Chair to sign a zoning request for Darin Schau for a 60’X90’ building to replace a 40’X60’ existing building. The Planning and Zoning Board of Adjustment had approved said request. Leonard seconded the motion and it carried, with the following vote: Leonard, Aye; Drey, Aye and Schubert, abstained. Ed Sohm presented a matrix evaluation for Doppler Farms, Inc./Faith Site located in Section 18 of Logan Township-2 new 2,490head deep pit swine finisher confinement buildings. Schubert moved to approve said application. Leonard seconded the motion and it carried, all voting Aye. Schubert moved to approve Resolution 18-17 transferring $164,593.78 from TIF #1 fund and $11,075.99 from TIF #2 fund to Secondary Roads Fund. Drey seconded the motion and it carried, all voting Aye. RESOLUTION 18-17 WHEREAS, the Ida County Board of Supervisor’s amended Ida County Urban Renewal Plan #1 and combined Urban Renewal Areas #1 and #2 by Resolution 11-34 dated August 16, 2011. WHEREAS, Resolution 17-24 authorized a loan to the Tax Increment Fund in the amount of $8,736 from the Secondary Road Fund. WHEREAS, previous loans from the Secondary Road Fund to the Tax Increment Fund are currently outstanding. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that $164,593.78 be transferred from the Ida County TIF #1 Fund and $11,075.99 from Ida County TIF #2 Fund to the Secondary Road Fund be transferred. The Auditor is directed to correct the books when said operating transfer is made and to notify the Treasurer and County Engineer of the amounts of said transfers. Approved this 23rd day of April 2018, with the following vote as follows: AYES: /s/ Drey, Leonard, Schubert, ATTEST: /s/Lorna Steenbock, Auditor A motion by Drey and seconded by Schubert to approve Resolution 18-18 Approving List of Financial Institutions to be depositories of County Funds and Increasing Some of the Maximum Balances. Motion carried, all voting Aye. RESOLUTION 18-18 RESOLUTION APPROVING LIST OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS TO BE DEPOSITORIES OF COUNTY FUNDS BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Ida County, Iowa approves the following list of financial institutions to be depositories of the County funds. The County Treasurer, County Auditor, County Recorder, and County Sheriff are hereby authorized to deposit the County funds in amounts not to exceed the maximum approved for each respective financial institution as set out below: DEPOSITORY NAME LOCATION OF MAXIMUM BALANCE MAXIMUM BALANCE HOME OFFICE IN EFFECT UNDER IN EFFECT UNDER PRIOR RESOLUTION THIS RESOLUTION United Bank of Iowa Ida Grove, Iowa $7,000,000 $12,000,000 First State Bank Ida Grove, Iowa $7,000,000 $12,000,000 Heritage Bank, NA Holstein, Iowa $6,000,000 $6,000,000 Community Bank/Availa Bank Holstein, Iowa $5,000,000 $5,000,000 North Star Comm Credit Union Ida Grove, Iowa $250,000 $250,000 Iowa Public Agency Investment Trust Des Moines, Iowa $5,000,000 $10,000,000 THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors of Ida County, Iowa, approves the following list of financial institutions to be depositories of the County Recorder, County Auditor and County Sheriff funds. The County Recorder, County Auditor, and County Sheriff are hereby authorized to deposit the Ida County funds in amounts not to exceed the maximum approved for each respective financial institution as set out below. United Bank of Iowa County Recorder $40,000 $40,000 County Auditor $150,000 $150,000 County Sheriff $250,000 $250,000 First State Bank County Sheriff $100,000 $100,000 The vote on the above and foregoing resolution resulted as follows: AYES: /s/ Leonard, Drey, Schubert ATTEST: /s/Lorna Steenbock, Auditor Schubert moved and Leonard seconded a motion to approve a liquor license application for Old Town Vineyard and Winery. Motion carried, all voting Aye. The Board acknowledged receipt of manure management plans from Holstein, Sow/Litter/NMC Holdings, LLC; Clausen Finisher Farm/H & R Partnership; Fertig #3/Fertig Farms, LLC; Lansink Finisher Farm/Skylimit Enterprises, LLC; and Fertig #2/Fertig Farms. The following claims were approved: Assessor Fund: Central District ISAA-$65.00; General Basic: Reserve Account-Postage-$1,000; Self-Funding Fund: Benefits Inc.-$361.60 and $51.20. There being no further business, the Board adjourned to meet again at 9:00 a.m., Monday, May 7, 2018, or on call of the Chair. /s/ Lorna Steenbock /s/ Rhett A. Leonard Auditor Chair (Published in the Ida County Courier on Wednesday, May 2, 2018)
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From the Ida County Sheriff ’s Log Thursday, April 19 Officers received 20 calls for service. Among the calls were seven traffic stops, one call to talk to an officer and one 911 transfer. 8:09 p.m.: Test in the 900 block of John A. Montgomery Drive 9:37 a.m.: Health and safety check at 250th Street/Alpine Avenue 10:14 a.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 5400 block of 230th Street 1:46 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 1100 block of Alpine Avenue 2:09 p.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 500 block of Highway 175 7:24 p.m.: Violation of a court order in the 100 block of Crawford Street 7:55 p.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 100 block of Lubeck Street 8:32 p.m.: Extra attention in the 100 block of Lubeck Street 9 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 1700 block of Market Avenue 11:08 p.m.: Chest/heart pain in the 1100 block of Fifth Street 11:15 p.m.: Sick/flu-like symptoms in the 500 block of Second Street Friday, April 20 Officers received 30 calls for service. Among the calls were six traffic stops, two calls to talk to an officer and one 911 wrong number. 1:31 a.m.: Suspicious person/activity at German Avenue/Highway 175 8:09 a.m.: School bus violation at Highway 175/Westar Court 9:56 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 1000 block of Valley View Drive 12:53 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding, at German Avenue/Highway 175 1:07 p.m.: Warrant check in the 1500 block of Dodge Avenue 1:14 p.m.: Warrant check in the 1100 block of Fifth Street 1:18 p.m.: Warrant in the 1100 block of Fifth Street 1:40 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding at German Avenue/Highway 20 2:11 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 2100 block of Brady Avenue 2:39 p.m.: Animal complaint at Fifth Street/ Quimby Street 2:41 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 200 block of Second Street 2:56 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 100 block of Main Street 3:18 p.m.: Warrant in the 1100 block of Fifth Street 3:27 p.m.: Assistance in the 600 block of First Street 3:48 p.m.: Assault, report only, in the 500 block of Second Street 4:24 p.m.: Health and safety check in the 300 block of Fifth Street 7:21 p.m.: Criminal mischief in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 7:51 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 200 block of Second Street 8:41 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 100 block of Main Street 8:59 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity at Jasper Avenue/Highway 20 9:08 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 200 block of Jasper Avenue Saturday, April 21 Officers received 21 calls for service. Among the calls were five traffic stops, one call to talk to an officer and one 911 transfer. 9:28 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 2100 block of Brady Avenue 10:07 a.m.: Theft/shoplifting in the 300 block of Highway 175 10:20 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 2400 block of German Avenue 10:22 a.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 100 block of Sixth Street 11:31 a.m.: Parking complaint in the 200 block of First Street 1:07 p.m.: Controlled burn at 240th Street/ Keystone Avenue 3:54 p.m.: Fraud/scam in the 400 block of Center Street 4:19 p.m.: Warrant check in the 600 block of Quimby Street 4:38 p.m.: Sick/flu-like symptoms in the 300 block of Hamburg Street 5:04 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 800 block of Kiel Street 5:08 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 700 block of Main Street 7:02 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity at Third Street/Walnut Street 10:17 p.m.: Warrant check in the 500 block of Kolb Lane 11:18 p.m.: Warrant check in the 1100 block of Fifth Street Sunday, April 22 Officers received 26 calls for service. Among the calls were 10 traffic stops, one call to talk to an officer and one 911 transfer. 12:41 a.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 200 block of Main Street 2:03 a.m.: Chest/heart pain 3:24 a.m.: Motorist assist at 140th Street/ Harvest Avenue 9:25 a.m.: Property found at Davenport Street/Mueller Street 11:01 a.m.: Vehicle unlock in the 5300 block of 190th Street
11:46 a.m.: Accident with injuries in the 200 block of Oak Grove Drive 1:58 p.m.: Brush/grass fire at 220th Street/ Highway 59 2:33 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding in the 5600 block of Highway 175 2:35 p.m.: Animal complaint at 230th Street/ Market Avenue 4:26 p.m.: Medical assistance needed in the 500 block of Second Street 5:06 p.m.: Motorist assist in the 6000 block of Second Street 5:16 p.m.: Noise complaint in the 300 block of Center Street 6:57 p.m.: Medical assistance needed in the 500 block of Second Street 11:24 p.m: Motorist assist at Dodge Avenue/Highway 20 Monday, April 23 Officers received 32 calls for service. Among the calls were 10 traffic stops, four calls to talk to an officer and one 911 wrong number. 4:52 a.m.: Sick/flu-like symptoms in the 600 block of Walnut Street 6:37 a.m.: Breathing problems in the 200 block of Maple Street 6:47 a.m.: Structure fire in the 300 block of Second Street 6:56 a.m.: Alarm in the 200 block of Main Street 8:36 a.m.: Warrant at the courthouse 8:38 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 2100 block of Quail Avenue 9:23 a.m.: Controlled burn in the 1600 block of Pioneer Avenue 10:44 a.m.: Alarm in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 1:50 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding in the 900 block of John A. Montgomery Drive 3:25 p.m.: Fall/back injury in the 600 block of Fairlane Street 3:37 p.m.: Assistance at the courthouse 4:20 p.m.: Brush/grass fire in the 1300 block of Indian Avenue 5:24 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 1000 block of Highway 59 7:39 p.m.: Carbon monoxide in the 400 block of Mueller Street 8:12 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 800 block of Fifth Street 9:05 p.m.: Brush/grass fire in the 1300 block of 210th Street Tuesday, April 24 Officers received 21 calls for service. Among the calls were five traffic stops, one call to talk to an officer and one 911 transfer. 3:55 a.m.: Breathing problems in the 300 block of Second Street 9:39 a.m.: Accident, property damage only, at Marshall Avenue/Highway 20 9:47 a.m.: Suspicious person/activity at Market Avenue/Highway 175 11:11 a.m.: Alarm test in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 11:23 a.m.: Warrant at the courthouse 11:53 a.m.: Civil paper service in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 1:15 p.m.: Warrant at the courthouse 2:27 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding at 260th Street/Jasper Avenue 4:06 p.m.: Assist outside agency in the 100 block of Sixth Street 4:08 p.m.: Hit and run in the 200 block of Oak Grove Drive 4:21 p.m.: Motorist assist at Highway 175/ Highway 59 6:08 p.m.: Animal complaint in the 1000 block of Main Street 7:09 p.m.: Property recovered or returned in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 8:32 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue Wednesday, April 25 Officers received 25 calls for service. Among the calls were seven traffic stops, two calls to talk to an officer and one abandoned 911 call. 11:22 a.m.: Info/data in the 2000 block of Indorf Avenue 12:04 p.m.: Civil paper service in the 1500 block of Kiel Street 12:37 p.m.: Burglary in the 200 block of Washington Street 1:12 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 800 block of Highway 175 3:52 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 6400 block of 260th Street 4:18 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding in the 300 block of Second Street 5:51 p.m.: Medical assistance needed in the 400 block of First Street 6:23 p.m.: Threats in the 100 block of Eastar Court 7:20 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding in the 5700 block of Highway 175 7:57 p.m.: Reckless driving, speeding in the 200 block of Third Street 8:13 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 5600 block of 255th Street 8:15 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 1600 block of German Avenue 8:20 p.m.: Accident, property damage only, in the 200 block of Moorehead Avenue 8:54 p.m.: Controlled burn in the 5900 block of A Avenue 11:23 p.m.: Suspicious person/activity in the 5600 block of Highway 175
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BC-IG D.A.R.E. essays: The annual BC-IG D.A.R.E. program wrapped up April 20 with graduation ceremonies for fifth grade students. Part of the ceremony included recognition of the top essays turned in by students. Those students, from left, Matthew Todd, Bailey Hansen and Beau Malcom, read their essays and received ribbons in recognition of their efforts.
Delay mowing roadside ditches Iowa law prohibits mowing roadside ditches each year between March 15 and July 15, to protect groundnesting birds and to prevent nest destruction. Roadside ditches, while not optimal habitat, can be the only grassy habitat available in certain areas of the state for ground nesting birds. As spring progresses, ground nesting birds, like eastern and western meadowlarks, Dickcissels, field and song sparrows, quail, gray partridge and pheasants, will use these marginal areas to incubate eggs and rear their young. The vegetation is also important to pollinators collecting nectar and for milkweed development that is critical for monarch caterpillars. “It would help the cause if mowing was voluntarily delayed beyond the July 15 date to protect the late nesters and monarchs,” said Todd Bogenschutz, upland wildlife biologist for the Iowa DNR. He said an estimated 21 percent of pheasant nests are still active on July 15; that drops to 7 percent on Aug. 1. “It’s not the best habitat but we need to protect it for the wildlife that does depend on it.” There are some exceptions to the law, however. Mowing roadside vegetation on the right of way or medians of any primary highway, interstate highway or secondary road may be allowed prior to July 15 under the following exceptions: •Within 200 yards of an inhabited dwelling. •On right of way within one mile of the corporate limits of a city. •To promote native species of vegetation or other longlived and adaptable vegetation. •To establish control of damaging insect populations, noxious weeds and invasive plant species. •For visibility and safety reasons. •Within rest areas, weigh stations and wayside parks. •Within 50 feet of a drainage tile or tile intake. •For access to a mailbox or for other accessibility purposes. •On right of way adjacent to agricultural demonstration or research plots. Violations on county or secondary roads should be reported to the county engineer or roadside manager in the county where it occurred; violations on state highways or interstate highways should be directed to the Iowa Department of Transportation. Mowing is allowed to resume after July 15.
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BC-IG D.A.R.E. graduation: Ida County Sheriff’s deputy Rob McMillen hands out a diploma to BC-IG fifth grader Sierra Jepsen during graduation ceremonies April 20 that capped this year’s Ida County Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program. The BC-IG fifth grade students have spent the past several weeks participating in D.A.R.E., which address drugs, violence, bullying, Internet safety and other high-risk circumstances that are a part of students’ lives. McMillen taught the class.
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Book contest competitors: O-A Elementary had two teams compete in the Western Valley Conference Battle of the Books competition April 24 in Moville. The students qualified by reading 22 Iowa Children’s Choice Award books and taking tests and quizzes over the books. Team one members were, front row from left: Bodie Hansen, Josilynn Pritchard and Olivia Schroeder. Back row: Carter Olerich and Karter Wulf. Six schools from the Western Valley Conference were present at the competition.The team competed in 10 rounds of questioning. Team one finished fourth. Missy Jensen was the teacher/coach for both teams.
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Science activity: O-A/BC-IG High School TAG students spent time at the BC-IG Elementary and O-A Elementary working with second graders in their classrooms April 24. This science enrichment activity focused on engineering and how engineers collaborate to solve problems. The high school students reviewed the concepts of gravity, friction, potential and kinetic energy in order to engage these young roller coaster design engineers in their project. Students worked in teams to create roller coasters made out of foam tube insulators for their “thrill-seeking passengers” (marbles).
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Card d of Thanks nks THANK YOU: The family of Kent Streck wishes to express our deep appreciation for all the kindness, support & thoughtfulness shown by family & friends during this very difficult time. Thank you for the outpouring of food, cards, memorial & monetary gifts, kind words, beautiful flower arrangements, plants, prayers & your overwhelming presence at the visitation & funeral. Also, thank you to the Class of 1962 for remembering their classmate with a memorial stone. Thank you to the BC-IG teachers & staff for their support, memorials & food provided for the family during the visitation. A very special thank you to the Ida Grove Ambulance crew, the Ida Grove Fire Department & Ida County Sheriff’s Department for their quick response. A very special thank you to the compassionate Horn Memorial ER doctor, nurses, technicians & all those who were there to care for Kent. Thank you to our family & Pastor Salcido for being at the hospital for us. Thank you to the Med-Trans Aire Medical Transport for their quick response to transport Kent to the St. Elizabeth Burn Center in Lincoln, Nebraska, & letting us know when they arrived. Thank you to Dr. David Voigt & nurses at the Burn Center who cared for Kent. Thank you, Gregg & Zolene, for taking us to the Burn Center & to all the other family members who came to the hospital to give us needed support. Thank you to Rev. Christopher Maronde of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Lincoln, Nebraska, Pastoral Care at St. Elizabeth Hospital & to Rev. & Mrs. Salcido for making a special trip to the hospital to be with the family. A special thank you to Josh, Christie & their staff at Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Homes for all their kindness, understanding & help arranging the visitation & funeral. We appreciate the continued support we have received. A special thank you to Pastor Salcido for giving a personal & comforting service for Kent. We appreciated Pastor Wehmas for being part of the service. Thank you to Faye Senne for singing “Amazing Grace” at her Uncle Kent’s service. Thank you, Geraldine Dankert, for playing comforting music & accompanying Faye. Thank you to Sizzlin’ J Grill for catering a delicious lunch & to the ladies of St. Paul Lutheran Church for serving the meal, providing the desserts & working very hard to make everything go smoothly. Thank you to McNamara-Moore Post No. 61 of the American Legion of Ida Grove for military rites honoring Kent’s memory & presenting me with a flag. It was an impressive ceremony. Kent will be forever missed, but he is with the Lord & has no more pain. We truly appreciated all the thoughtfulness & support we have been given. We are thankful to be part of the Ida Grove Community. THANK YOU! Susan Streck Tim Streck Tammy, Craig, Zack & Hayleigh Stevenson 18-1t/cra
THANK YOU: The Ida Grove Cub Scouts Pack 41 would like to thank everyone in our communities for the support with our Scouting for Food project. Thank you for working with us around the inclement weather & pickup delays! Thank you, Diane, for taking the time to open the Food Pantry for us to drop the food off. We greatly appreciate the support from our wonderful communities. Because of your generous support, we donated 700 items to the food pantry. Thanks again! Ida Grove Cub Scouts & Leaders 18-1t/cra
THANK YOU: The beautiful cards–Get Well, Thinking of You, & now, In Deepest Sympathy. This journey for our dear Paul started in May 2017. An abundance of people has been here for us throughout the past 11 months. Food was brought in, gas cards & cash donations were offered to us to help offset the expenses of traveling bi-weekly &, for several months, weekly to Rochester’s Mayo Clinic for treatment. In November, local farmers, neighbors, friends & family gathered to harvest our corn & soybean crops. So many people willing to help out, & our friend and organizer, Duane, didn’t want to turn anyone away, so there was also a group that scraped & painted our historic schoolhouse, which held a special place in Paul’s heart. Again, food, a whole meal, was brought in to feed the harvest & painting crews. Thank you: United Bank of Iowa-Galva & Holstein, NorAm Cold Storage, Sizzlin J & the whole community. It was an amazing day, to say the least. Thank you to everyone who took the time to drop in & say hi, sent a greeting card, stopped during the holidays to sing Christmas carols or called on the phone to see how we were doing or if we needed anything. Thank you to Mayo Clinic, Buena Vista Regional Medical Center & Clinic, Doctor Kyle Glienke, all the nurses & staff; Galva-Holstein, Schaller & Ridge View schools & various organizations. Many prayers were offered up through Pastor Dori Collogan & Pastor Kristin Boysen & members of the United Methodist Churches in Holstein & Silver Creek plus . . . ALL churches in our wonderful, loving community. To the many, many people who reached out to us & touched our hearts during this journey, THANK YOU! Lois Voge Shari & Craig Head Travis Brockman & Kris Harlow Matt & Kallie Voge Beth & Todd Schossow & Families 18-1t/cra
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THANK YOU: Thank you for your continual support to the OABCIG After Prom. Your generous donation has helped.make it a success. It was enjoyed by 179 students. Noteboom Implement, Beckman Motors, Storm Lake Radio, Steve & Kris Gunderson, Sparky’s Arthur, Spring Lake Country Club, Reis Auto Parts, Adams Motor, Midwest Industries, Lewis Family Drug, Ida Grove Country Club, Christensen-Van Houten Funeral Home, Cosgrove Law Firm, Dresslehuis & Heidenreich, CPS-Odebolt, Ida Grove Family Health, Ida Grove Homes, Iowa State Bank, Lundell Plastics, Ida County Sanitation, North Star Community Credit Union, Bloyer Agency, Boerner & Goldsmith, Edward Jones, Fancy Threads, H&R Block, Fridley Theater, Ida County Courier, GOMACO, Faith Lutheran Church, Hemer’s Plumbing & Heating, Hi-Way Products, Hoffman Agency, Pronto, NW Iowa Bone & Joint, Wendy’s, West Central Construction, Feller Furniture, United Bank of Iowa, Odebolt Lumber, Subway, Village Shoe Shoppe, Youngren Farms, Team Ford, First State Bank, Swanson Insurance, Tiefenthaler Meats, Trendue, Byron Originals, Cherokee Chamber of Commerce, Christina Kjar Photography, La’James College, Ladwig Construction, University of Northern Iowa, BV University, Iowa State University, University of Iowa, Wooden Shear, Ingleside Club, Culligan, PepsiCola, Food Pride & Cubby’s. We appreciate your generosity. OABCIG After Prom Committee 18-1t/cra*
BAKED GOODS: It’s time to be thinking about graduation & other events. Whether it be cookies, cupcakes, cakes or any other baked goodies you may want, we have lots of ideas for that special day. Call to see what’s available! Delivery available. *Call early for graduation! This ‘n That, Judy Bubke, 712-300-6676 or 712371-3230. 15-4t/cra
THANK YOU: There are no words to express our sincere thanks for the sympathy & support shown to us, the family of Gregg (Barney) Graff. The cards, flowers, visits & hugs will be remembered, along with our precious memories. JoAnn Graff & Family 18-1t/cra
DRIVER: Have a CDL, driver open position to delivery of propane grill tanks. Requires a good driving record & valid driver’s license. One night overnight, four nights back to Battle Creek. Family-owned business, customer focused! Send resume to: Cylinder Express, P.O. Box 138, Battle Creek, IA 51006. 15-tfc/cra WANTED: Energetic lawn person with a pickup. To mow large areas. Start spring early April & throughout the year. Weed whip & maintain equipment. Must be 18 or older & dependable. Badger Creek Apartments, Ida Grove. Ph. 712364-2571. 16-tfc/cra HELP WANTED: Kidzone Child Care in Ida Grove has immediate openings for childcare providers. Training provided. Also looking for parttime summer help. Contact Jayne or Sara at 712-364-2061 for more information. 16-3t/cra HELP WANTED: Looking for full-time position. 40 hrs. a week. Health ins., uniforms, must be able to lift 50#, works well with others. Stop at 960 First St., Battle Creek, Iowa, to fill out application. 16-tfc/cra HELP WANTED: Full-time housekeeper & laundry person wanted. Come in person to apply at Morningside Healthcare Community in Ida Grove. Talk to Chris. No phone calls. 17-3t/cra
HELP WANTED: Flexible daytime & evening FT & PT openings in feed production in Century Nutrition’s Ida Grove feed mill. Duties include feed mixing & pelleting, bagging, clean-up, truck loading/ unloading & other duties. The daytime shift would be from 9-5 p.m. PT individuals that would like to work 1-2 nights a week or Saturday would be welcome to apply, also. Base pay for day shift starts at $13.75/hour to start & $15.25/hour after 90 days, upon a successful review. This includes $1.25 production bonus (the historical average), in addition to base pay. Merit raises will occur thereafter. Additionally, there is a $2/hr. pay premium for the evening shift. Century also offers health insurance, life insurance, shortterm & long-term disability insurance & 3 weeks vacation after your 1st year. If you are dependable & reliable, please stop at our office to apply: 201 Jacobs Ave, Ida Grove, Iowa. Or call 712-364-2224. 18-1t/cra
*IMMEDIATE HIRE*: Growing homecare agency needs Anthon caregivers to assist clients with housekeeping, meal prep. & personal care. Once a week for four hours. $10/ hr. plus hiring bonus! Caretech. 1-800-991-7006. 18-2t/cra*
HELP WANTED: Morningside Healthcare in Ida Grove has openings for FT CNAs on the 2-10 p.m. shift & 10 p.m.-6 a.m. shift. $1,000 sign-on bonus, overnight shift differentials, PTO & competitive wages. Stop in & see us today or apply online at Welcov.com/ careers. EOE. 18-1t/cra
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FOR SALE: In the market for a new mattress? Stop in at Malcom’s & check out our selection. We have sets in all price ranges. Restonic mattresses are made right here in Iowa, with great quality. We can now order adjustable beds. Malcom’s, Ida Grove. 1-tfc/cra
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Vollmar Motors, Holstein, has an opening for an auto technician. 2-3 years mechanical diagnosis, problem solving and repair experience preferred. We offer continuous training from General Motors to learn new technical information and techniques. Work in family owned and operated business with health insurance, retirement, disability and PTO. Hourly wage contingent upon experience and skill level. Contact Randy in person or at vollmarmotors@gmail.com
Notic tices NOTICE: Before you send your old gold away to someone you don’t know, bring it into Murray Jewelers, your hometown jeweler in Ida Grove for over 70 years. Ph. 712-364-2822. 18-tfc/crags NOTICE: For a clean & green lawn, call 712-371-2047, RJ&T Lawn & Landscaping. 1. Fertilizer & crabgrass killer. 2. Spray for dandelions & other broad leaves. 3. Thatch, mow & bag, 3” high. 4. Plug, aerate & interseed. 5. Fertilize with start fertilizer & roll. 6. Trim back bushes. 7. Watering is up to you. Thank you! Russ 15-4tcra
NOTICE: We fill 33# forklift tanks and 30# camper tanks in Battle Creek at Johnson Propane Monday through Friday! 15-tfc/cra
Garage ge Sale S le HOLSTEIN CITY-WIDE GARAGE SALES: Fri.-Sat., May 4-5. 420 S. Hamburg St. 4-8 p.m., Fri. 8-2 p.m., Sat. Tools, golf, fishing, household, antiques, oak shelves & tables, electronics, misc. Big sale. All clean. No junk. Priced to go. 18-1t/crags*
For Rent FOR RENT: Two-bedroom, one-bath apartment with refrigerator, stove & dishwasher. All electric, with central air. Call Mon-Fri, 9-5, 712-364-2571. Ida Grove Apartments. 18-1t/cra FOR RENT: Two homes in Ida Grove. Will trade rent for your work. Need a block layer. Ph. 602-312-3537. 18-2t/cra* FOR RENT: Arthur apartments. One- & twobedroom. Ph. 712-830-3211. 48-tfc/cra FOR RENT IN IDA GROVE: Two fully-furnished apartments. Two-bedroom, one-bath. Call 712-371-2577. 48-tfc/cra FOR RENT: Single-bedroom apartments in Battle Creek & Ida Grove. Also, one-bedroom, furnished apartment in Battle Creek. Call 712-371-2367. 2-tfc/cra
Reall Estate Re FOR SALE: Two-story house in Holstein to be moved off lot. Optional lot that it can be moved to. Separate, four-car garage also to be moved. Ph. 712-490-3079. 16-3t/cra
HOUSE FOR SALE: In Ida Grove. 504 Fairlane. Twobedroom, one-a-half bath. 988 sq. ft. Full basement. Oversize, single garage. Ph. 712-3643073 or 712-371-9736. 18-2t/cra*
APARTMENTS FOR RENT: Battle Creek. One, one-bedroom furnished apt., living room, bath, kitchen. No pets. Rent by the week or month. Cheaper than motel! One, one-bedroom, living room, kitchen, bath. 2nd floor, $300 plus deposit; no pets. Call Bev 712-371-2367. 15-tfc/cra FOR RENT: Two-bedroom house in Ida Grove. One-bath, full basement. Available NOW. Ideal for school teacher. Must have employment references & good credit. Ph. 602-312-3537. 18-2t/cra*
Even vents ATTENTION: Horn Memorial Hospital Volunteers: The Horn Memorial Hospital Auxiliary would like to “Thank You” for your dedication & volunteer service over the past year with an appreciation salad luncheon. Join us on Tuesday, May 15, at 11:30 a.m., in the Horn Memorial Hospital Conference Center. R.S.V.P. to Sarah Harm at Horn Memorial: 712-364-7227, by Friday, May 11. 18-2t/cra
Ed’s Lawncare Service 712-299-3886 Free Estimates. Mowing, weedeating, general lawncare. Insured.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT Quad County Corn Processors, a 35-milliongallon-per-year ethanol production facility, and the world’s largest Corn Kernel Fiber Cellulosic Ethanol Facility in Galva, Iowa, seeks a dynamic and results-oriented Staff Accountant. Responsibilities will include commodity accounting, freight coordination, preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports related to commodities, and interaction with clients. The qualified candidate will possess the following characteristics: •Excellent verbal and written communication skills •Four-year degree in accounting or business •Two years of accounting experience in a manufacturing or industrial company •Microsoft Office experience •Microsoft Dynamics software experience is preferred but not required •Superb organizational skills and attention to details •Strong leadership and motivational skills •Ability to meet and establish deadlines •Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced environment Quad County Corn Processors offers competitive wages, vacation and personal time, 401(k) with company match, health and dental insurance, wellness program, fitness center reimbursement, clothing stipend, and much more. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT: www.quad-county.com and should be emailed with resume and cover letter to: adamt@quad-county.com. For more information, contact Adam Todd: (712) 282-4628 Ext. 121. Quad County Corn Processors is an equal-opportunity employer.
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Courthouse Report Real Estate Transfers PHH Mortgage Corporation, special warranty deed to David Madsen trust, Lot 19, Block 1, Holstein Town and Lot Improvement Company’s First Addition, Holstein. Richard and Elizabeth Leighton, warranty deed to Vance and Julie Grell, a parcel of land in the southwest corner of the NW ¼, Section 25, T-89-N, R-39-W, Ida County. Michael Leighton trust, trustee warranty deed to Vance and Julie Grell, a parcel of land in the southwest corner of the NW ¼, Section 25, T-89-N, R-39-W, Ida County. Michael Leighton trust, trustee warranty deed to Bluestem Land and Cattle Company, SE ¼, Section 26, T-89-N, R-39-W, Ida County. Gordon and Susan Goodenow, warranty deed to Jared and Lauren Schmidt, three acres in the NW ¼ NE ¼, Section 31, T-87-N, R-41-W, Ida County. Jack and Linda Ausborn, quit claim deed to Brad Ausborn LLC, SWfr ¼, Section 7, T-87-N, R-40-W and the E ½ NE ¼, Section 31, T-88-N, R-40-W, Ida County. Jack and Linda Ausborn, quit claim deed to Scott Ausborn LLC, NW ¼, Section 32, T-88-N, R-40-W, with exception and a tract of land in the NE ¼, Section 36, T88-N, R-41-W, Ida County. Daniel and Mindy Ehler, warranty deed to Dale Breyfogle, Lot 14, Block 9, Holstein. Dale Breyfogle, quit claim deed to Anthony and Alicia Henderson, east 51 feet of
Lot 14, Block 9, Holstein. Michelle and Troy Jacobson, warranty to Dustin Schmidt, Lot 6 and west 30 feet of Lot 5 and the east 54 feet of Lot 7, all in McGuire’s Addition, Holstein. Colton and Marissa Skirvin, warranty deed to Katelyn Larson, Lot 19, Block 5, Ida Grove. Clerk of Court Due to a change in procedures at the Ida County Clerk of Court office, information is only provided electronically. The following information is from data filed by the Ida County Clerk of Court office. Traffic and other charges might include charges that were dismissed. For more information on specific cases contact the clerk of court or visit www.iowacourts.gov. Traffic charges Speeding Joshua Schwanz, Holstein; Randy Varner Jr., Denison; Jason Archer, Cannon Falls, Minn.; Andrew Rupp, Aurelia; Miguel Silva, Worthington, Minn.; Kent Eknes, Rock Valley. Other Rodney Utterback, Castana, registration violation. Jerod Petersen, Battle Creek, seat belt. Benjamin Van Houten, Holstein, maximum gross weight violation. Benjamin Van Houten, Holstein, spilling load on highway. Rodolfo Gomez, Fort Dodge, no valid driver’s license. Todd Paulsrud, Danbury, failure to provide financial liability. Criminal Mark Beckman, Ida Grove,
Fire departments respond to calls Area ire departments respond to ive calls during the past week. On April 22 at 1:58 p.m., the Ida Grove Fire Department was called to a grass ire at 210th Street and Highway 59. Details of the call were not available at press time. On April 22 at 9 p.m., the Odebolt Fire Department assisted the Kiron Fire Department at a ire on the Mark Koenen farm at 3659 Cory Ave. The ire involved a small outbuilding. The department was at the scene 45 minutes. On April 23 at 6:47 a.m., the Ida Grove Fire Depart-
ment was called to GOMACO Trolley at 301 East Second St. in Ida Grove for an alarm. Details of the call were not available at press time. On April 23 at 4:20 p.m., the Holstein Fire Department was called to a grass ire at 1325 Indian Ave. Eight ire ighters were at the scene 45 minutes. On April 23 at 7:39 p.m., the Holstein Fire Department was called to 402 East Mueller St., apartment 13. Food on a stove burned and there was no damage to the apartment. Fourteen ire ighters were at the scene 30 minutes.
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domestic abuse assault, two days jail, $65. Silas Bui, Sioux City, possession of marijuana, deferred judgment, one year unsupervised probation, $315 civil penalty. Darrel Bobzien, Arthur, child endangerment, 90 days in jail suspended, $625 fine suspended. OWI Darrel Bobzien, Arthur, second OWI, seven days in jail, $1,875. Judgments and Liens Against Alexis Anderson, in favor of Cory Bumann. Against Cynthia Butrum, in favor of Midland Funding. Against Renae Price, in favor of Portfolio Recovery. Against Kathleen SenhenHoops, in favor of Northwest Iowa Ear, Nose and Throat PC. Against Linda Sloss, in favor of Jefferson Capital Systems. Against Eric Vohs, in favor of Midland Funding. Against Christina Volkert, in favor of Portfolio Recovery. Against Ulysses Tank, in favor of Discover Bank.
Medica ons, cigare es stolen The Ida County Sheriff’s Of ice has released information on two property crimes reported during the past week. On April 19, Jamy Holbrook of Holstein reported the theft of several medications, cigarettes and jewelry valued at $402. On April 21, Susan Hopp reported a burglary. Cigarettes and coins valued at $298 were taken.
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Holstein fire: Amy Forbe’s photo (above) and cutline of a Holstein hay shed fire published in the Feb. 21 Holstein Advance was featured on the front page of the Iowa Firefighter monthly publication for April. A hay shed fire at the Brett Friedrichsen farm caused extensive damage to the shed and its contents on Feb. 15. Firefighters from seven area departments worked to contain the blaze. Firefighters were on the scene for eight hours.
Deputies make four arrests The Ida County Sheriff ’s Office has released information on four arrests made during the past week. On April 18, Joseph Miles Treinen, 32, of Spirit Lake was arrested and charged with driving on a barred license following a traffic stop in rural Ida County. 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 April 21, Cynthia Marie Clousing, 30, of Ida Grove arrested on an outstanding Ida County warrant for contempt of court. The original
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released after posting $300 bond. On April 24, Jeremy Lee Yohe, 32, of Cherokee arrested on an outstanding overdue 10-day mittimus. The original conviction against him was for possession of a controlled substance (marijuana). He was transported to the Ida County jail where he is currently being held.
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CAREER OPPORTUNITY in Ida Grove: Operations Superintendent The ideal candidate will lead the grain operations, while empowering their team to provide consistent quality and a safe work environment. Landus Cooperative provides on-the-job training, excellent benefits, opportunities for profit-sharing, and career advancement.
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