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District plans another significant drop in taxes The North Iowa Community School District plans to cut property taxes for the third year in a row. The School Board will hold a public hearing next Monday, March 11 for its proposed budget, which calls for about a $1 reduction in the tax rate. The board has proposed a tax rate of $10.33264 per thousand in valuation for the 2013-2014 fiscal year budget. The proposal continues a downward trend in the district’s tax rate, which the board has reduced by about $2.40 over the course of three years. The rate in 2011 was $12.71008, which declined 20 cents to $12.50975 in 2012 and dropped by more than a dollar this year to $11.41267. “You want to do the best job you can of keeping your property tax low,” said North Iowa Supt. Cory Myer. He notes that North Iowa’s property tax rate is already one of the lowest in the state, even before next year’s drop. He says things have shaped up well for next year’s budget, as the district’s spending authority and cash on hand are both on the rise. The school district’s financial situation has improved dramatically in the last few years. The district ended the 2009-10 school year with

its general fund balance in the red by about $260,000. At the end of the current fiscal year in June, the school expects to have more than $1 million left on hand. Myer says the school district will collect about $140,000 less in taxes next year, and the district is also estimated to collect $144,000 less in taxes this year, as compared to 2012. Myer points out that districts will oftentimes still collect more in taxes even though they lower their tax rates, due to property valuations increasing more than their tax rates go down. “That’s happens in a lot of places, where people will lower their tax rate, but people still end up paying more in taxes,” said Myer. “For two years in a row, we’re going to lower our tax rate significantly and actually collect less taxes.” Myer says next year’s tax rate may go even lower than the $10.33264 proposal, as that number is based on a 0% increase in allowable growth from the state. If the school receives 2% allowable growth from the state, Myer says the rate could go as low as $10.14648. If allowable growth is 4%, that rate could drop to $9.98422. “If the state gives us more money,

Weaver’s hit in string of burglaries A late night bandit left behind a mess but didn’t find much cash at Weaver’s Leather Store last Wednesday. Tim Weaver arrived at work around 7:40 a.m. on Wednesday to discover that the window in the front door had been smashed, and there was glass all over the curb. Inside, he discovered that the cash register and credit card machine had been smashed, along with a few decorations. Tim says the intruder only made off with about $30 in change from the register and a tip jar, as the Weavers don’t leave bills in the cash register at night. The Weavers haven’t noticed any missing merchandise, but with their large inventory, it’s hard to tell for sure. There wasn’t any evidence that anyone had gone in the back room. “They couldn’t have been here too long, because simple things they could have grabbed, they didn’t grab,” said Tim. Buffalo Center Police Chief Matt Holmquist says the burglary took place sometime after 12 a.m. “We’re trying to put together the pieces,” said Holmquist of the ongoing

News Events 53rd annual Gun Show this weekend The annual Wells Gun Traders Show will be held this weekend, March 9 and 10, at the USC Public High School in Wells, MN. Known as the ‘largest gun show in the area”, this event includes over 300 tables along with breakfast and lunch available. The Wells Rifle & Pistol Club members, organizers of the show, invite the public to attend Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and/or on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5, and children under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

investigation. He said other burglaries were reported in Ledyard and Elmore that night. “It’s definitely a possibility they could be linked.” Kossuth County Sheriff Steve Kollasch says there have been multiple break-ins recently in his county, beginning on February 19, when a break-in was reported at the Ledyard grocery store. Next came a break-in at the Titonka grocery store on February 23. In both cases, the front plate glass doors were broken, and the suspects took name brand cigarettes. On February 27, someone broke in the front door of the Ledyard community center, which includes the library and legion hall, and took a piece of electronic equipment. Kollasch says the method of entry was the same in all of these burglaries, which is consistent with the break-in at Weaver’s. He says several law enforcement agencies in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota are working together on the investigation, with the aim of making an arrest. LeRoy Weaver says the last time his store was broken into was way back in the 1930’s, when his father got robbed. Authorities eventually caught those responsible, who came from Little Rock, IA. “I think I’ve got the newspaper clipping yet,” said LeRoy. Over the years, would-be thieves have attempted to get in the back door of Weaver’s, but a security bar has kept them out. LeRoy says he always leaves the cash register open, figuring if someone gets in and wants to steal the cash, at least they wouldn’t have to break it. That didn’t work out, however, as the register had been thrown on the floor. The Weavers spent most of the day Wednesday cleaning up the mess, but they got things looking back to normal pretty quickly, as DeVries Lumber had a replacement window on hand which fit the door. “They were here waiting to put it in while the cops were here taking pictures,” said Julie Weaver. “It could have been a lot worse,” said Tim. “They could have left us a bigger mess.”

North Iowa Conference 2013 property tax rates Garner-Hayfield ........ 11.16919 North Iowa ................ 11.41267 West Hancock ........... 11.83053 Lake Mills .................13.19025 Osage.........................15.12739 Forest City.................15.74705 Belmond-Klemme .....16.38965

then we collect less in property taxes. If allowable growth is less, then we have to collect more in property taxes,” said Myer. “Every percent in allowable growth for us makes about a 10 cent difference in the tax rate.” Myer says there should be another notable drop in the tax rate after 2017, when the school board plans to have the 2003 school addition paid off. Currently, about $1.20 of the tax rate goes to debt services to pay for that addition. “I would anticipate North Iowa continuing to have a low tax rate and being one of the lowest in the state for the foreseeable future,” said Myer.

Moving day arrives for Thompson Library After several years of planning, the Thompson Public Library will finally move into its new location this Saturday, March 9. Library Director Susan Shaw says this Wednesday, March 6, is the last day the library will be open in its current location. The new library will then open on Tuesday, March 19, at the former location of the Thompson Senior Center. “I’m excited,” said Shaw. “It’ll be fun to have so much more space and to have the meeting room there, too, which the community can use. “The library board has been great to persevere through hiccups and things along the way, and their volunteerism has been enormous,” she added. Shaw says the library plans to have an open house this spring, and they plan to have their annual Easter activities at the new library at the end of the month.

The stars of Footloose at North Iowa High School this spring include, front from left: Jenna Schutter and Brandon Willmert as Vi and Reverend Shaw Moore. In back are Kory Hobbs, who plays Ren McCormack, and Morgan Kahler as Ariel, the Moores’ daughter.

Footloose coming to North Iowa March 22-23 North Iowa High School will present Footloose for two nights only, March 22 and 23, as its 2013 spring musical production. Auditions were held in early February, and the following students have been cast in the starring roles: Kory Hobbs takes the lead role as Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. Nicole Flynn will play his mother, Ethel McCormack. Brandon Willmert is Reverend Shaw Moore, the minister of Bomont. Jenna Schutter will play his wife, Vi Moore, and Morgan Kahler will play their teenage daughter, Ariel Moore. Jessica Adams is Lulu Warnicker,

Ren’s aunt, and Nick Kahler will portray her husband, Wes Warnicker. Morgan Hassebroek will play the gym teacher, Coach Roberta Dunbar. Other cast members include Maddie Arnevik as Eleanor Busby, Jessica Wubben as Rusty (Ariel’s best friend), Joy Miller as Urleen (Ariel’s friend), Katelin Frerichs as Wendy Jo (Ariel’s friend), Caleb Ricke as Chuck Cranston (Ariel’s boyfriend), Jami Goetz as Lyle (Chuck’s buddy), and Connor Smith as Travis (Chuck’s buddy). Tanner Weaver as the cop, Maria Mayland as Betty Blast (owner of The Burger Blast), Troy Kettwick as Willard Hewitt (Ren’s friend- a

country boy), Aleah Brown as Principal Sally Clark, Dakota Brass as Jeter (Ren’s friend), Austin Paden as Garvin (Ren’s friend), Zach Myer as Bickle (Ren’s friend), Lucas O’Connor as Cowboy Bob (lead vocalist at the Bar-B-Que), and Makeila Shortenhaus and Chloe Enright as Cowboy Bob’s Band. Playing high school students will be: Logan Eichenberger, Zach Meyer, Austin Paden, Dakota Brass, Jami Goetz, Connor Smith, Tanner Weaver, Macie Emery, Ashley Huntington, Megan Mokelstad, Chelsey Roth, Madi Blodgett, Madison Stenerson, Sydney Main continued on page 10

Lakota plans ahead with Santa fundraiser

The Lakota Community Club sponsored a spaghetti dinner on Sunday, Feb. 24 at the Lakota Fire Station. There was nice weather that day, and a good-sized crowd came out for the meal of spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and drinks. Proceeds from the annual fundraiser support Lakota Santa Claus Day in December.

Maggie Engelby greeted the incoming guests as they placed their donations at the spaghetti dinner in Lakota on Sunday, Feb. 24. Maggie is the daughter of Brad and Denise Engelby of Ledyard.

Enjoying their meal at the Lakota Community Club’s spaghetti dinner on February 24 are, from left: Genevieve and Burdette Hoeppner of Buffalo Center and Paul Koppen of Lakota.

OPINION

Way back when 10 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, March 6, 2003 Tribune readers will see a “New Look� in your newspaper this week as you open the front page to discover a new flag in colors at the top and four-color process pictures on the front page. The Tribune of Thursday, March 6, 2003 is the first issue to be printed at the Central Graphics plant in Blue Earth, Minnesota. A new column has its launching this week in the pages of the Buffalo Center Tribune dealing with past graduates of the high school in Buffalo Center. The research is

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below: Rollback • Contains a 20% rollback of taxable value on commercial and industrial property (5% per year over 4 years). • Would hold TIF districts harmless. • Provides close to $400 million in property tax relief once fully implemented. Assessment Limitation • Assessment growth limitation moves from 4% to 2% on agricultural and residential immediately, while the agricultural and residential tie remains in effect. • After the 20% commercial rollback is fully implemented, all four classes of property (Agricultural, Residential, Industrial, and Commercial) are tied together with a 2% assessment growth limitation. Backfill • A standing unlimited appropriation is created to backfill loss to local governments. • The backfill appropriation would be exempt from future “across the boardâ€? cuts. Certainty for Businesses • Provides permanent tax relief. • Businesses can plan ahead. Certainty for Local Governments • Local governments get to keep all the growth as a result of this tax cut. • Standing unlimited appropriation is stronger language on the backfill. Rep. Gassman is on the Education, Environmental Protection, Judiciary, and Local Government Committees, and serves as the Vice Chair of the Joint Administration and Regulation Appropriations Subcommittee. His district includes Emmet County, Winnebago County, and the northern parts of Kossuth County, including Algona. You can contact him at tedd.gassman@legis.iowa.gov

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Historical Society plans Antique Road Show The Kossuth County Historical Society will meet Tuesday, March 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Algona Public Library, Room D. A mini Antique Road Show will be presented by Manita Murphy and Polly McNeill. They will display some antiques and also encourage others to bring in items for appraisal that evening. The meeting is open to the public and anyone interested is encouraged to attend.

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chambers of the Legislature in two separate assemblies and then come to the people for a vote. I believe it is important that the people of Iowa be allowed to have a voice in the definition of marriage. This week, the House Republicans announced their target for 2014’s budget. Their proposal is for $6.4 billion---98% of ongoing revenue, 3% over last year’s. The Democrats in the Senate also announced their budget this week. Their proposal is for $6.9 billion, an increase of 11% from last year and 105% of ongoing revenue. To sustain this amount of spending requires 6.2% growth in revenues for fiscal year 2015. If you would like to talk about any of these issues, or others besides those, I will be in Swea City at the Convenient Store this Friday, 8:30 a.m. On Saturday, Representative Gassman, Congressman King, and I will be at the Regional Wellness Center in Estherville at 10:00 a.m. I am currently in the planning stages of three town hall meetings in Wright County on March 16.

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being conducted and the column matter written by Pam Angstman, a “retired last year� English and Spanish teacher in the high school here where she shared her areas of expertise with students in her classes for thirty-four years. 20 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, March 4, 1993 B.J. Miller received the honor of being the first state wrestling champion in class 1A at the Vets Auditorium in Des Moines. Tradition at a state wrestling tournament calls for the coach of the state champion to award the medals during a ceremony. Wrestling Coach Scott Tschetter was so honored and placed the medal ribbon around his junior champion, B. J. Miller. These six young ladies have been extremely busy this winter leading the cheers for the varsity basketball teams at North Iowa High School. They are Tracy Murra, Amy Irons, Sara Johnson, Jaime Friesenborg, Linda Hassebroek and Tara Brass. 30 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, March 10, 1983 MUSIK, Mothers United for Swimming Kids, will hold their monthly paper drive on Saturday, March 12. Please put your papers by the curb by 9:00 a.m. Saturday. Three new adult classes begin this week, says Coordinator Dean Pilgrim. “Beginning Photography� will be taught by Ed Griffin. “Fitness Fantasia�, an aerobic exercise class with Barb Murra, and “Ground Zero� is a course on nuclear war and will be taught by Kirk Stump. 40 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, March 8, 1973 Larry Sapp and Jim Kiewiet recently launched their entry into the Buffalo Center business scene when they announced the opening of their Allis Chalmers dealership. It is located just west of the city limit south of Highway 9. Mr. and Mrs. John R. Davids and daughters, Jill and Heather, arrived here on Tuesday from Tustin, California. John received his separation from the US Marine Corps recently. Three Bison earned All-NIC Honors recently. They are Roger Fiderlick, first team guard; Paul Steffensen, first team forward, and Bruce Venteicher, second team forward. 50 Years Ago Tribune Files of Thursday, March 7, 1963 Selections of the North Iowa Conference sports writers of all conference basketball players for the 1962-1963 were made last Friday at Forest City. Lyle Hippen, senior, was chosen on the second team. Honorable mention was John Kelso, senior. Nuptial vows were spoken by Constance Sue Heitland and Harlan Carl Melz on Saturday evening, February 23, in the Trinity Lutheran Church at Elmore, Minnesota. The double ring ceremony was read by Rev. O.J. Kitzmann of Elmore.

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SOCIETY

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News from

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Wednesday, March 6: Christian Women’s Club, First Reformed Church, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 7: Zumba, HTC, 6:00-7:00 p.m. National Honor Society Induction, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 9: David & Carolyn Halvorson’s 50th wedding anniversary State Ind. Speech Contest District FA Contest @ St. Ansgar Zumba, HTC, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Wells Gun Traders Show, USC Public High School-Wells, MN, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Real Estate & Household Auction-Eva Kuchenreuther Estate, HTC, 9:45 a.m. Bridal Shower honoring Stephanie Nielsen, St. Paul Lutheran Church-Lakota, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 10: Wells Gun Traders Show, USC Public High School-Wells, MN, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Buffalo Center Historical Society meeting, 4:00 p.m. Monday, March 11: State Co-ed Bowling Tourn. Tuesday, March 12:. State Co-ed Bowling Tourn. Ladies Social Gathering, Sweet Tea Inn-Rake, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Zumba, HTC, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Kossuth County Historical Society, Algona Library-Room D, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: Christian Women’s Club, First Reformed Church, 9:30 a.m.

By Cammi Anderson Activity Director Hello Everyone, We dodged a bullet when the snow storm that was predicted for Monday passed us by. Now they are predicting more snow for Monday of this week. As much as I am certain the farmers want and also need the moisture, I would prefer we get it all in the form of spring rain rather than snow. We have been so very lucky, knock on wood, as there is little winter snow cover. Flu type viruses, colds and the like seem to run wild at this time of the year. Myself and a couple of the other staff have had mild colds and fever, but other than that, since we last opened the doors from the flu virus, it has been very uneventful. I can’t tell you how nice that has been for the residents and also for all of the staff here at TMNH. Ok, so on to what’s been going on here. This past week, we had a wonderful man pass away who will be very sadly missed. He was a very well-liked even though a very private person who kept to himself. I must say he was a very kind and friendly gentleman. Our condolences go out to his family. This past Saturday, we had a movie and popcorn for weekend entertainment. The movie was called The Money Pit. The movie is about a couple who buy a completely dilapidated house at a very low price. It goes through all of the problems people encounter as do it yourself home repair persons. It is a very comical movie, and the residents loved it. Sunday, we had Bethlehem Lutheran from Buffalo Center come and do our church services. Thank you for coming and doing worship with the residents. Monday morning, we had our “You be the judge� program. We talked about a dangerous dog, an entertaining waitress and should the innocent suffer. I won’t add all of the details; however, the last subject was a very interesting topic. In our morning sensory group, we read from a remembering yesterday book, and the subject was “Bathing in the old days was not a private affair�. It talked about how in the earlier days, which I’m sure many of the residents remember, mothers took a bath in the old wash tub and then gave all of the children a bath. Then, last was the man of the house, and this was only done on Saturdays. Most of us cannot even imagine not bathing on a daily basis. Most of our residents, however, I’m sure lived in that time period. Betty came in and read some short stories today. Thank you to Betty for coming in. Monday afternoon, we had 22 residents play Bingo, and we gave out 14 prizes. A super fun day of bingo. The Buffalo Center Girl Scout Troop came in today and did some crafts with the residents. Thank you very much all of you young ladies. The residents just love to see your young smiling faces. Monica’s evening sensory group did an Affinities activity. It is a really good memory enhancing tool. Tuesday morning, we exercised to The Big Band Era, Volume Six. In morning sensory group, we watched and listened to Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley and Dean Martin on the Wii. The residents really enjoyed this, so a special thanks to Bill for a fantastic suggestion. Community Chapel came in at 2:00 today. They sang some church songs, read some poems and read The Apron Story and also some verses from the Bible. They also provided lunch today. They brought in homemade cranberry bread, and it was very good. Thank you so much to The Community Chapel for coming in today. Monica played the game Ladder Ball, and her evening sensory group played The Blue Ridge Quartet. Wednesday morning, we exercised to Roy Clark. I must again mention the hand weights and what a useful tool they have become in our exercise sessions. The residents are using them very well and are also increasing weight size, along with ability. This is, I’m certain, saving residents from falls that happen from not enough exercise or weight bearing exercise to keep them strong enough to stand and walk when they get out of their wheelchairs. In our morning sensory group,

we did an activity called Similes. It’s another very good and useful tool to help retain memory and challenges the senses. At 3:00, we had book club with Vonnie. Thank you so much Vonnie for coming in. . Monica played the game Ring Toss with the residents, and in her 5:00 sensory group, they read the paper and discussed current events. Thursday morning, we exercised to Joe Schultz and the Journeymen. At 9:30, we had Bible Study with Pastor Peake. We read from Isaiah 55:1-9, First Corinthians 10:1-13 and Luke 13:1-9. Thank you to Pastor Peake for your time here at TMNH. In our morning sensory group, we listened to Henry Mancini while I gave back rubs. At 2:00, we had our weekly spa day, and as always, the residents love when you file and paint their nails. At 3:00, Monica played Penny Pitch with the residents, and at 5:00 sensory group they did mind stretchers. All of these cognitive activities are very good tools to keep the mind sharp and keep people alert. I know I have to challenge my own self from time to time with some of these. Thursday afternoon, Irma,Lloyd and myself decorated our holiday tree with white lights, garland and shamrocks. Afterwards, Irma played the piano while Lloyd and I sang some songs. Friday morning, we exercised to Kenney Loggins. We had our weekly Bowling Tournament, Dorothy Gruis got a 145 score and Jo Meinders got a 178 in the second game. At 11:30, we played Your Hit Parades tape. It has a variety of different artists on it. We also played a game of Balloon Toss. At 2:00, Harriet came in and did our Book Club. Thank you to Harriet for coming in today. Next, we had our weekly Happy Hour that everyone so looks forward to. We played Cribbage and Kings Korners. We had Strawberry Daiquiri wine and Raspberry flavored wine. We also served laughing cow cheese and Monterey jack cheese. Everyone was asking about the venison sausage, so we will have to try to get some more of that, also. Monica’s evening sensory group watched a video on The Unsinkable Delta Queen. It is a boat or ship that is similar to the titanic. In closing, I must first mention and thank the Willy Hassebroek family for donating the flowers to us. Thank you very much, and also our condolences for your loss. I am so looking forward to springtime when we can all get outside for some fresh spring air, see some green grass and enjoy all the sights, sounds and smells of spring. Yes, I am certainly getting a taste of spring fever a bit early. It has been a long time coming, and I believe I myself have had enough of snow, wind and cold for a while. I know we haven’t had much snow, but more than enough for me. I am a warm weather person, and so I hope you are all looking forward to it as much as I am. My mother used to tell me that, no matter how long the winter, spring is bound to follow, and between winter and summer lies a beautiful spring. So here is to a beautiful spring time. Have a wonderful week my friends.

Hill-Bernal joined in matrimony Stephanie Marie Hill and Juan Pablo Bernal Hernandez were united in marriage on Saturday, May 12, 2012, at Mamrelund Lutheran Church in Stanton. Parents of the couple are Larry and Becky Hill and Hilaria Hernandez Rubio. Stephanie is the granddaughter of Clarine Steffensen of Lake Mills and Mr. and Mrs. Roger Hill of Leland. Matrons of honor were Stephanie’s sisters, Jennifer Sheehan and Carrie Martin, with friends Shelby Harper, Jamie (Thompson) Ferch, Rochelle Goodhue and Amy McNeese serving as bridesmaids. Flower girl was Natalie Buffington, cousin of the bride. Ramiro Robles, friend of the groom, was the best man. Groomsmen included Juan’s nephew, Carlos Hernandez, friends Arturo Barreda Gomez, Isidoro Corona, Juan Castellanos and Stephanie’s brother, Christopher Hill. Ring bearer was Abraham Hernandez, nephew of the groom. Completing the wedding party were ushers Jason Sheehan, brother-in-law of the bride, and cousins of the bride, Brad Buffington, Brian Buffington and Alan Foster, as well as Stephanie’s honored nephews, Cole Sheehan, Connor Martin, Tyler Sheehan and Benjamin Sheehan. Cultures were blended in the promise ceremony through Arras, Unity Sand, Lasso and the exchange of rings. Arras (13

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Halvorsons honored with card shower David and Carolyn Halvorson will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, March 9. Friends and family are invited to help the couple celebrate their special day with a card shower. Greetings and well-wishes will reach them at 1634 500th St., Buffalo Center, IA 50424.

Nielsen to be guest of honor

Tappers welcome son Holly and Jay Tapper have welcomed a new child to their family, Collin Quinn. Collin was born on March 25, 2008. His adoption was finalized on January 24, 2013. He joins his brothers, Adam and Brennan, and sisters, Madeline and Lindsay, in Plymouth, MN. Grandparents are Marlys Dotseth of Buffalo Center and Bruce and Cindy Tapper of Jefferson.

Stephanie Nielsen, bride-to-be of Bo Miller, will be the guest of honor at a come-and-go bridal shower this Saturday, March 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Lakota. A short program will begin at 1:30 p.m. Friends and family are invited to attend.

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Services and Announcements of activities in our area

Churches

“Not forsaking the assembling...together a.m. Spirit Lifter’s Bible Study in the church study. Today’s devotional lesson is drawn from Psalm 130:110 and focuses upon “Always Home�. Wherever life may take us, God has been there before us! Our studies are drawn from the Wednesday devotions in “The Upper Room�. Devotionals in both large and regular print are available for free in the narthex classroom, 11:00 a.m. Pastor Bill teaches catechism at Ramsey Reformed Church, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 7: TMNH Bible Study – all are welcome to attend in the home’s multi-purpose room, 9:30 a.m. Friday, March 8: Pastor Bill will be out of town this morning Sunday, March 10: Morning worship with live broadcast on KIOW – FM 107.3 and simulcast world-wide on www. kiow.com, 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Hour in the narthex, 10:30 a.m. Chancel Choir fellowship in the church kitchen, 10:30 a.m. Pastor Bill teaches Catechism in the church study, 10:45 a.m. Cherub and Youth Choirs practice, 10:45 a.m. Chancel Choir practice in the sanctuary, 11:00 a.m. Sunday School classes meet for children from pre-school through Catechism, 11:00 a.m. All Sunday School Classes are released, 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 11: Pastor Bill will be out of town this morning Tuesday, March 12: Lectionary text study meets in the church study, 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 13: Pastor Bill is out of town this morning Christian Women’s Club meets in the church fellowship hall, 9:30 a.m. Spirit Lifter’s Bible Study in the church study. Wherever life may take us, God has been there before us! Our studies are drawn from the Wednesday devotions in “The Upper Room�. Devotionals in both large and regular print are available for free in the narthex classroom, 11:00 a.m. Pastor Bill teaches catechism at Ramsey Reformed Church, 7:00 p.m. --------------------------------------IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH Rural Titonka Bob Wolfert, Pastor Wednesday, March 6: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m. St. John’s WOW for kids, 6:30 p.m. Lent Worship at St. John’s, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7: Adult Bible Study at St. John’s, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10: Baptism of L. Wick, 8:00 a.m. Worship at St. John’s, 8:00 a.m. Immanuel Sunday School, 8:50 a.m. Fellowship at St. John’s, 9:00 a.m. Worship at Immanuel, 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 11: St. John’s Men’s Pancake Supper, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12:

St. John’s Quilting, 1:00 p.m. Immanuel WELCA Bible Study & Circle, 1:30 p.m. Parish 3 Council Meeting at Immanuel, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m. St. John’s WOW for kids, 6:30 p.m. Lent Worship at St. John’s, 7:30 p.m. --------------------------------------RAMSEY REFORMED CHURCH Titonka, Iowa Pastor Perry DeGroot Wednesday, March 6: Weekly Prayer Gathering 6:15 p.m. Catechism for grades 3-12, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 9: Community Men’s Bible Study, 6:00 a.m. Sunday, March 10: Morning worship, 9:30 .m. Coffee Fellowship, 10:30 a.m. Sunday School, 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 12: Consistory meeting, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: Weekly Prayer Gathering 6:15 p.m. Catechism for grades 3-12, 7:00 p.m. --------------------------------------ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH Woden, Iowa Bob Wolfert, Pastor Wednesday, March 6: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m. St. John’s WOW for kids, 6:30 p.m. Lent Worship at St. John’s, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7: Adult Bible Study at St. John’s, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10: Baptism of L. Wick, 8:00 a.m. Worship at St. John’s, 8:00 a.m. Immanuel Sunday School, 8:50 a.m. Fellowship at St. John’s, 9:00 a.m. Worship at Immanuel, 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 11: St. John’s Men’s Pancake Supper, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12: St. John’s Quilting, 1:00 p.m. Immanuel WELCA Bible Study & Circle, 1:30 p.m. Parish 3 Council Meeting at Immanuel, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: Confirmation at St. John’s, 6:00 p.m. St. John’s WOW for kids, 6:30 p.m. Lent Worship at St. John’s, 7:30 p.m. --------------------------------------ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH Lakota, Iowa Wednesday, March 6: Esther Circle, 1:30 p.m. Lenten Service at First Presbyterian Light Meal, 5:45 p.m. Worship, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 7: Pastor Elaine on vacation until March 16 Saturday, March 9:

Bridal Shower honoring Stephanie Nielse, bride-elect of Bo Miller, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Short program at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m. Worship, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 12: All day quilting with noon potluck, 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 13: Lenten Service at First Presbyterian Light Meal, 5:45 p.m. Worship, 6:30 p.m. --------------------------------------SOLID ROCK MINISTRIES Pastor Van Davis Friday, March 8: (Fridays at Blue Earth Library meeting room. First Friday every month meets at 3024 360th St., Buffalo Center) Supper, 6:00 p.m. Praise and Worship/Prayer, 7:00 p.m. Lesson and Discussion, 7:30 p.m. --------------------------------------UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Buffalo Center, Iowa Pastor Deb Devine Wednesday, March 6: Ecumenical Bible Study, 9:00 a.m. Confirmation, 2:00 p.m. Lenten Potluck Supper, 5:30 p.m. Lenten Services, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 10: Sunday School, 9:10 a.m. Worship, 10:15 a.m. Fellowship, 11:15 a.m. Tuesday, March 12: Text Study, 10:00 a.m. Committee on Ministry, 5:00 p.m. Trustees meeting, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: Ecumenical Bible Study, 9:00 a.m. Confirmation, 2:00 p.m. Lenten Potluck Supper, 5:30 p.m. Lenten Services, 6:30 p.m. Ad-Council, 7:15 p.m. --------------------------------------UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Thompson, Iowa Pastor Deb Devine Wednesday, March 6: Ecumenical Bible Study, 9:00 a.m. Sunday, March 10: Worship Service, 8:30 a.m. Fellowship, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School, 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 12: Text Study, 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 13: Charity Circle, 6:00 p.m. ---------------------------------------

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH Rake, Iowa Terry Mahnke, Pastor Wednesday, March 6: Meal, 6:00 p.m. Lent Service, 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice Sunday, March 10: Worship, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Bible Study, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 12: Trustees, 6:00 p.m. W & Pl, 6:30 p.m. Deacons, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 13: Quilting, 9:00 a.m. Meal, 6:00 p.m. Lent Service, 6:30 p.m.

CONGREGATE MEALS Monday, March 11: Meat Loaf, boiled potatoes, spinach au gratin, strawberries, angel food cake Tuesday, March 12: Creamed Chicken over Biscuit, green beans w/ almonds, pineapple angel cake w/ whipped topping Wednesday, March 13: Liver & Onions -OR- Beef Patty, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, applesauce-raisin cake Thursday, March 14: Chili, crackers, ½ cheese sandwich, celery strips, chilled pears Friday, March 15: Cook’s Choice Please RSVP for a meal by 6:00 p.m. the night before by calling 5622495 and leave a message on the answering machine.

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North Iowa Communities List of Events

March 14 RCWM Coffee, First Reformed Church, 9:00-11:00 a.m. March 19 Armstrong Farm Machinery Consignment Auction, 9:00 a.m. March 22 NIHS Musical “Footloose�, NIHS auditorium, 7:00 p.m. March 23 Bridal Shower honoring Halie Matson, First Reformed Church, 10:0011:30 a.m. NIHS Musical “Footloose�, NIHS auditorium, 7:00 p.m. March 24 Lakota Firemen’s Annual Brunch, 8:30 a.m. March 30 Pancake Day, Buffalo Center Fire Station, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt, Timely Mission Nursing Home, 2:00 p.m. April 6 Titonka Spring Craft & Vendor Show, Titonka School, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. MS Fundraiser, Rake Fire Station FAVA Barbecue Cook Off, 100 N. Clark Street, Forest City July 27 Buffalo Center Crazy Daze Shelton’s Car Show Crazy Daze Craft Show sponsored by NICD September 7 11th Annual Chasing the Sun Memorial Run October 19 Holiday Shopping Expo, HTC

DNR meetings on fall hunting and trapping regulations The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is hosting public meetings over the Iowa Communications Network on March 7 from 6 to 9 p.m., to listen to the public’s thoughts on the hunting and trapping regulations for this fall. These meetings are part of the new process instituted for making rules in state government. “Any rule changes must be discussed with Iowa’s citizens who might be impacted by the changes before the rule changes are proposed. The new process helps ensure that rule changes serve the public’s wishes and do not impact Iowa’s economy,� said Dr. Dale Garner, chief of the wildlife bureau. At each meeting, DNR staff will facilitate a discussion about what went well last fall, what didn’t, and what changes hunters and trappers

would like to see for this fall. These discussions, along with the data that the wildlife bureau collects on harvest and population numbers, will be used to develop recommendations for any rule changes this fall. Any changes must be approved by the Natural Resource Commission and then go back to the public for further comment before taking effect next fall. Meetings will be held in Boone, Calmar, Cedar Falls, Chariton, Clinton, Council Bluffs, Creston, Dubuque, Fort Dodge, Johnston, Marshalltown, Mason City, Ottumwa, Sac City, Sergeant Bluff, Sheldon, Spencer, Tiffin and West Burlington. Complete ICN locations are available online at www.iowadnr. gov/hunting

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Winnebago County Courthouse News SENTENCES AND PLEAS Andrew P. Roberts, 20, Kanawha, pled guilty to OWI-Second Offense, an aggravated misdemeanor, stemming from a traffic stop by the Forest City Police Dept, June 10, 2012. Roberts was sentenced to serve seven days in jail, ordered to pay a $1,850 fine, applicable surcharges, and court costs. He must follow through with all substance abuse treatment recommendations, and will have his license revoked by the DOT. Joshua D. Brown, 25, Mason City, pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance-Third Offense (marijuana), an aggravated misdemeanor, stemming from a traffic stop by the Lake Mills Police Dept, Oct. 5, 2012. Brown was sentenced to serve seven days in jail, ordered to pay a $625 criminal fine, applicable surcharges, and court costs. The fine and surcharge were suspended. Brown will have his licensed revoked by the DOT. John L. Wyant, 24, Rake, was sentenced on the charge of Driving While Barred, an aggravated misdemeanor. He was sentenced to serve 180 days in jail, with all but 14 days suspended, ordered to pay a $625 criminal fine, applicable surcharges, and court costs. The fine and surcharge were suspended. He will be on probation for one year. Jolene J. Carter, 34, Scarville, was sentenced to four days in jail, and ordered to pay court costs for a probation violation. SIMPLE MISDEMEANORS Joshua Brandsoy, 34, Lake Mills, fifth degree theft, $400.80. LAND TRANSFERS Stuart Wamsley Estate to Angela Wamsley, lots 9 through 15, block 16, Buffalo Center. Stuart Wamsley DOD 5/9/2001. Winnebago County Sheriff, Angela Gulbertson, City of Rake, John Wyant, Charity Wyant and Farmers Trust and Sav Bank to Farmers Trust and Sav Bank, lots 1

and 2, block 8, Rake. James Ambroson and Melanie Ambroson to James Ambroson and Melanie Ambroson, outlot 1 and outlot 2, and part of Parcel C, section 2, Forest Township, and lots 15 and 16, block 12, Benson, Leland. Richard Disque Estate to Phyllis Disque, a tract of land in section 27, Forest Township. Stacey Stohr to Jonathan Stohr, a tract of land in section 10, Grant Township. Dewayne Johnson and Donna Johnson to Dewayne Johnson and Donna Johnson, a tract of land in section 13, Newton Township. Robert Graber Rev Tr, Robert Graber trustee to Robert Graber Rev Tr, lots 2 and 3, block 43, Forest City. Genevieve Bargman, Roy Johnson, Yvonne Johnson and Donald Wickwire to Rochelle Wickwire, lots 16 thru 21, block 16, Buffalo Center. Rochelle Wickwire to Casey’s Marketing Co, lots 16 thru 21, block 16, Buffalo Center. Douglas Murra, Barbara Murra and Joshua Murra to Casey’s Marketing Co, lots 22 and 23, block 16, Buffalo Center. Glenda Ackerman, aka Glenda Kramer, to Casey’s Marketing Co, a portion of lots 4 and 9, and all of lots 5 thru 8, block 16, Buffalo Center. Angela Wamsley to Casey’s Marketing Co, lots 9 thru 15, block 16, Buffalo Center. Randy Redinger Estate, Eileen Redinger executor, to Eileen Redinger, lots 63 and 64, all in auditor’s resurvey of CD Smiths Subdivision, section 11, Center Township. John Laflen and Shirley Laflen to John Laflen and Shirley Laflen, a tract of land in section 14, Buffalo Township. Michael Harms and Mary Harms to Melissa Eastvold, a portion of lots 5 thru 8, block 81, Forest City.

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Local turkey hunting regulations changed The Winnebago County Conservation Board has voted to open up the Thorpe Recreation Area and the Russ Wildlife Area to turkey hunting for the 2013 seasons. These areas had previously been closed to turkey hunting, as had Thorpe Park. Thorpe Park, though, will remain closed to turkey hunting. The three areas that make up the Thorpe Complex of conservation areas had been closed to turkey hunting since 2000, when three male and 10 female turkeys were released at Thorpe Park. The birds were released as part of an effort to expand the turkey’s range in Iowa. As part of an agreement with the Iowa DNR at the time, the Winnebago County Conservation Board agreed to close the entire Thorpe Complex to turkey hunting until the released turkeys could

establish a growing, stable population in the area. The Board feels that has now happened and has decided to open up two of the three areas at the Complex to turkey hunting. Although the Thorpe Recreation Area and the Russ Wildlife Area are open to turkey hunting, Thorpe Park will remain closed because it is widely used by the public for a variety of recreational activities (camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking, etc.). If people have questions about the borders between these three areas, they can contact the Winnebago County Conservation Board at 641-565-3390 or visit the WCCB web site at www.winnebagoccb.com. There, people can find a map with the borders showing where turkey hunting is now allowed.

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Certified Handlers Program March 13 Winnebago County Extension will offer the Certified Handlers Continuing Instructional Course (CIC) Wednesday, March 13. The program will be shown across Iowa through the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Pest Management and the Environment program (PME). The course will be held at the Winnebago County Extension Office in Thompson from 9-11 a.m. There is a fee for registration. To register or obtain additional information about the CIC, contact

Valarie at the ISU Extension and Outreach office in Winnebago County by calling 641-584-2261. The course will provide continuing instructional credit for certified handlers. Topics to be covered include safe handling and storage of pesticides; personal protective equipment; interpreting pesticide labels, laws and regulations, and restricted entry intervals. Additional information and registration forms for this and other courses offered by the PME program can be accessed at www.extension.iastate.edu/PME

ISU Research Farm meeting next week The annual meeting and educational program of the Iowa State University Research Farm will be March 14 at the Wesley Community Center in Wesley. Coffee and rolls will be served at 8:30 a.m., and the program will begin at 9:00 a.m. Meeting topics include a detailed discussion of Iowa’s new Nutrient Reduction Strategy and a weather update from Elwynn Taylor. The program will adjourn at 2:00 p.m. Membership in the Association is not required to attend this meeting. Persons planning to attend are asked to pre-register by March 7 at the ISU Extension Office in Garner (641923-2856) or in Clarion (515-5323453). Drs. John Lawrence, Matt Helmers and Antonio Mallarino will

discuss Iowa’s Nutrient Reduction Strategy. They will provide background and answer questions about the strategy. Following their presentation, research farm board members will lead a discussion of potential local research needed to help farmers implement this strategy. Lunch will be provided by three local cooperative elevators: GoldEagle Cooperative, North Central Cooperative and MaxYield Cooperative. Following lunch, Dr. Elwynn Taylor will update farmers on current weather patterns and discuss the impact of last year’s drought on the 2013 crop. Certified crop advisor CEU credit has been requested. For additional information, contact your local ISU Extension Office.

Understanding farm labor laws All farm owners are subject to labor laws when farm employees are involved, but knowing what those laws are and when some rules – or exemptions – apply can be confusing. To offer some clarity, Practical Farmers of Iowa has developed a new online resource to help Iowa farmers and farm workers better understand their rights and responsibilities as employers and employees. The resource, “Farm Employment FAQ,� was developed in partnership with Farm Commons and is available for free on the Practical Farmers of Iowa website at www.practicalfarmers.org. The FAQ is not intended as a comprehensive legal resource, but rather as a starting point for farmers and workers to find answers to common questions and links to other resources. The goal is to help farmers gain more insight into how to comply with state and federal labor laws, which can span multiple regulatory agencies. The FAQ consists of questions organized into sev-

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Communications. To qualify for the College of Journalism and Mass Communications Dean’s List, students must have a 3.7 grade point average or higher and a minimum of 12 or more graded semester hours.

Backpack Buddies seeks volunteers United Way of North Central Iowa’s Backpack Buddies program is providing meals to 395 elementary students across north central Iowa each week. Through the program, children receive sacks of nutritional and kid friendly food to take home on the weekends. Backpack Buddies is currently feeding students in 19 elementary schools, including North Iowa Elementary in Buffalo Center. As Backpack Buddies continues to expand, a total of 23 elementary schools will be part of the program. Backpack Buddies launched in October 2012. In the first two months, 1,460 sacks of food were distributed. With the continued support of community members, Backpack Buddies was able to dis-

tributed 2,718 sacks of food in January and February alone. The program focuses on feeding chronically hungry children in north central Iowa. A total of 430 teachers have been trained to identify these children and refer them to Backpack Buddies. Community members are encouraged to be involved with Backpack Buddies. Volunteers are needed to stuff sacks and transport food to outlying counties. So far, 170 volunteers have worked 277 hours to assist with the program. To volunteer for the Backpack Buddies program, or for more information about United Way, call 877428-8962 or visit www.unitedwaynci.org

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Fifth and sixth graders attend Choralfest

North Iowa Schools recently participated in the North Central Iowa Choral Director’s Association Choralfest held in Mason City. Students selected by their director for this honor included sixth graders Anna Twait, Faith Finer and Willow Huitt, along with fifth graders Jeremy Dirksen, Sierra Billick, Samantha Davis, Megan Mitthun and Morgan Boehm. The students prepared several songs ahead of time with their teacher and then spent an afternoon with a special guest conductor and students from all over North Iowa and presented a special evening concert at the NIACC auditorium on February 25. The students are taught by Mrs. Amy Cook.

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North Iowa seventh grade girls’ basketball team

The 2013 North Iowa seventh grade girls’ basketball team, front from left: Jordan Ostrander, Naddie Myer and McKenna Knight. Back row: Mega Kirschbaum, Rachel Schutter, Lexie Arnevik, Coach Rick Meyer, Krista Schutter, Jenna Berschman and Rebekah Jensvold.

Dozens give life-saving gift at North Iowa

Enjoying a snack after donating blood last Thursday are North Iowa students, from left: Dana Stelter, Alec Ostrander, Caitlin Sahr, Carli Price and Jessica Wubben. Jessica was one of the students helping with the drive, along with Caleb Ricke, Katie Stelter, Chelsey Roth, Lexes JulsrudWertjes, Shelby Berte, Ashley Huntington and student coordinator Jon Wubben.

North Iowa eighth grade girls’ basketball team

Members of the 2013 North Iowa eighth grade girls’ basketball team include, front from left: Cassidy Sachs, Kendall Melz, Taylen Hinders and Sydney Giesking. Back row: Rachel Hassebroek, Danica Voortmann, Danielle Yegge and Coach Sara Hamilton.

Brian Hobbs gets plugged in as he donates blood during the North Iowa Blood Drive held last Thursday, Feb. 28 at the school. A total of 46 donors registered, and LifeServe Blood Center conducted 32 whole blood procedures and eight double red blood procedures.

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Krista Schutter takes a shot for North Iowa as the seventh grade girls hosted Lake Mills in Thompson on February 14.

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Crowd comes out in support of American Legion

The annual Dad’s Belgian Waffle fundraiser, hosted by American Legion Post 21, was held Sunday, March 3 at the Buffalo Center Fire Station. “It was probably one of our better years,� said Legion member Keith Kyle, estimating that over 200 people were in attendance. “We were very busy continuously.� The annual meal is one and only fundraiser for Post 21, which uses the money for things like the Avenue of Flags, scholarships and the upkeep of equipment. The ladies auxiliary also held a bake sale as their yearly fundraiser in conjunction with the event.

Arctic explorer David Thoreson to speak in Forest City

Footloose continued from page 1 and Lucy Hughes. Townspeople will be portrayed by: Ashley Brandt, Molli Joens, Alyssa Knudson, Makeila Shortenhaus, Chloe Enright, Maria Mayland, Jessica Adams, Aleah Brown, Morgan Hassebroek, Maddie Arnevik and McKhayla Paul. Directors for the North Iowa spring musical include Christina Blodgett, Arin Anderson and Amy Cook. Tickets go on sale Monday, March 18, and can be purchased by stopping by the school office.

Christian Woman’s Club meets Wednesday All ladies are cordially invited to the next meeting of the Christian Women’s Club, to be held at First Reformed Church on Wednesday, Mar. 6 at 9:30 a.m. Special feature will be Tyann Beenken of North Iowa Physical Therapy. The speaker will be Kathleen Bishop of Lodi, WI, with the topic “Friends to Last a Lifetime�. Music will be by Katie DeVries. A prayer and planning meeting will be held March 20 at 10 a.m. at Drivers Choice. For reservations and cancellations for the March 6 meeting, contact Joyce at 566-3529.

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