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C-M resources ready and together

Tigerhawks Unified provides a central hub for resource information for students, staff and community members

By Jamee A. Pierson Jasper County Tribune

After receiving frequent requests for services, the Colfax-Mingo School District took a look at how they were presenting support information. The district came up with Tigerhawks Unified to clearly present what resources are available and how to start the process of contacting providers.

“Colfax-Mingo staff have been gathering resources to support our community for years,” Colfax-Mingo Parent Community Liaison Lindsay Porter said. “We previously had a page on our website that was named community resources. This website was great but under utilized, and the organization of

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the resources was not the most user-friendly. Our school staff receive requests for services and assistance weekly from students and their families.”

The new Tigerhawks Unified

Police Chief

By Christopher Braunschweig

Jasper County Tribune

Colfax Police Chief Jeremy Burdess is one of three Republican candidates running for sheriff of Jasper County.

Following the announcement of current sheriff John Halferty’s retirement at the end of this year, three other law enforcement officers have stepped up to take his

site offers a centralized location for students, families and the community to find resources to help “support and ensure their success.”

One click to help

Jasper County Resource Guide now available on county website to provide contact information for services

By Jamee A. Pierson Jasper County Tribune

Finding help is just a click away with the new Jasper County Resource Guide available on the county’s website. A project developed in collaboration between the Jasper County Health Department, Jasper County IT and Jasper County Cares Coalition (JCCC), the guide provides almost 200 available services throughout the county.

“Jasper County Cares has continued to grow with health and human service providers serving Jasper County. We are always getting phone calls or people asking where they go to get help for things

like mental health, food programs, help for seniors to transportation needs,” Jasper County Health Department Administrator Becky Pryor said. “Jasper County Health Department has been doing the guide in a Word document for a few years, but we really wanted something user friendly.”

Recently, the county updated its website and Pryor found out their was a way to add the guide to the site. She wrote a grant and was supported by the board of supervisors to move forward with providing the information on an easy-touse online format.

Jeremy Burdess announces run for Jasper County sheriff

place this coming election. In addition to Burdess, the other candidates include Lt. Brad Shutts and Sgt. Tracy Cross, both of the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office.

In a recent interview with Newton News, Burdess said what prompted him to run for election was when a number of current employees at the sheriff’s office told him how unhappy they were with the culture of the sheriff’s office. They also did not like the idea of a new sheriff coming from within the department.

“It wasn’t necessarily appealing to them. Having worked there and them knowing me, they reached out to see if it would be something I was interested in,” he said, noting he worked at the

sheriff’s office for 10 years. “Personally, I also felt like I had the experience and the leadership abilities to be able to take on that task.”

While at the sheriff’s office, Burdess worked patrol before becoming a detective and a field training officer. Eventually, he moved to West Liberty for a year and then returned back home in Jasper County and has been serving the Colfax Police Department as its chief since 2022.

If elected as county sheriff, Burdess said he would address the issues brought up to him by personnel within the department by creating an environment where “everybody wants to come to work and do their job and feel

wanted and respected.” Burdess said employees want a different style of leadership. The sheriff’s office needs to have a proactive role when addressing these issues, he added, as well as the many other challenges law enforcement faces today.

“We have mental health issues that is a huge deal that we’re dealing with,” Burdess said. “Probably 20 percent of the calls we go on are some sort of mental health issue … All law enforcement agencies are dealing with that. It’s just a matter of training and better preparing the officers.”

Providing resources to people experiencing a mental health crisis is also pivotal, but it can take some time before the adequate

Jasper County gets no new bidders for cleaned up property

By Christopher Braunschweig Jasper County Tribune

Supervisors received no new bidders for the sale of a small property west of Lambs Grove that was abated by Jasper County. Even though the board of supervisors has held a number of bid openings over the past few months, only one person has shown any interest in purchasing the land.

The Jasper County Board of Supervisors have disagreed over the sale of the property and its program to acquire and abate abandoned properties at past meetings. None of the supervisors individually changed their stances at the Feb. 20 meeting, and neither has the person interested in buying the 0.22acre lot.

Buddy Cupples, who lives near the county-owned parcel, submitted a $6,700 bid for the property. The costs for the county to legally acquire the

property and then clean it up total $16,000. Supervisor Brandon Talsma said the county needs to recoup its costs. Supervisor Doug Cupples argued it is impossible to do so.

Specifically, Doug said the assessed value of the lot is about $6,700, and he was skeptical whether the land value, potential or otherwise, would be worth the $16,000 the county really wants for it; Doug ultimately felt the lot was not attractive enough for someone to bid that much for it.

Talsma was adamant the program should sustain itself by at least breaking even. He believed the county should sit on the property, and that just because it is not a business it doesn’t mean supervisors do not need to worry about overhead costs and the sustainability of the program. Which puts the county at another

response can arrive on scene. Which means individuals with a mental illness may end up in jail rather than getting the real help they need. Burdess said jail is not what they need.

“They’re going there because there is essentially nowhere else for them to go at that particular time, and the mental health thing is a larger issue that’s kind of out of our hands,” he said, noting the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy is trying to work with legislators to better come up with solutions. Other law enforcement issues that interest Burdess as county sheriff is re-establishing relationships between the sheriff’s office and the smaller town agencies, like Colfax, Prairie City, Monroe or Baxter. When speaking with

Supervisors at a standstill over small property and recouping costs

Christopher Braunschweig/Jasper County Tribune Jasper County has been unsuccessful in trying to sell an abandoned property

Jamee A. Pierson/Jasper County Tribune Tigerhawks Unified, available on the school’s website, brings together resources available to the students, staff and the community.

Graceland University

Academic Achievement

LAMONI — The honor roll lists for Graceland University’s 2023 fall term have been announced, and Holly Jessen of Baxter, has been named to the president’s list. Graceland University students with a perfect 4.0 grade point average are named to the president’s list.

Iowa State University

AMES — More than 10,800 Iowa State University students have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement by being named to the fall semester 2023 dean’s list. Students named to the dean’s list must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours of graded course work. The following are students listed below are from the local area: Cody Damman of Baxter, Sophie Meyer of Baxter, Adam Shelley of Baxter, Cael Shepley of Baxter, Isaac Ensminger of Colfax, Alexander Faidley of Colfax, Reghan Robinette of Colfax, Kira Warrick of Colfax, Rachel Kenney of Mingo, Tanner Smith of Mingo. Northwestern College

ORANGE CITY — Emma Dunsbergen and Kallie Van Kley, students at Northwestern College in Orange City, earned a spot on the academic dean’s list for the fall 2023 semester by earning a grade point average of 3.75 or higher and are considered Collegiate Scholars.

University of Iowa

IOWA CITY — Kyra Lester of Mitchellville was one of more than 950 undergraduate students at the University of Iowa named to the president’s list for the 2023 fall semester. Area students named to the list includes . Area students named to the dean’s list for the 2023 fall semester at the University of Iowa who achieve a grade-point average of 3.50 or higher include: Kyra Lester of Mitchellville, Chelsey Atwood of Colfax, Avery Fricke of Maxwell, Tylar Meister of Mitchellville and Abigail Shepley of Baxter. Simpson College

INDIANOLA — Simpson College announced that 209 students made the dean’s list for the fall 2023 semester. Students named to the dean’s list achieved a grade point average between 3.70 and 3.99. Zach Steenhoek of Colfax was included on the list.

Simpson College announced that 165 students made the president’s list for the fall 2023 semester. Local students named to the president’s list achieved a 4.00 grade point average include: Holly Bailey of Colfax, Joseph Butcher of Collins, Adria Fullerton of Maxwell and Elie Tuhn of Baxter.

University of Northern Iowa

CEDAR FALLS — Area students named to the University of Northern Iowa’s fall semester dean’s list include: Alistair Gibson of Colfax, Betsy McClellan of Colfax, John Scroggins of Rhodes, Maxwell Van Dusseldorp of Colfax, Morgan Kielly of Baxter. Central College

PELLA — Central College recognized 408 students who were named to the fall 2023 dean’s list. The honor is awarded to full-time students who achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale while taking 12 or more graded credit hours for the semester. Area students include: Parker Lawrence of Maxwell, Carley Underwood of Mitchellville, Rylie Van Wyk of Mitchellville.

Drake University

DES MOINES — The following local students have been named to the Deans’ and President’s Lists at Drake University: Megan Deal of Colfax, Dean’s List and Morgan Regier of Mingo, President’s List. To be eligible for the deans’ list, students must have earned a grade point average of 3.5 or higher during the fall 2023 semester at Drake. To be eligible for the President’s List, students must have earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average during the Fall 2023 semester at Drake.

University of Wisconsin-Platteville PLATTEVILLE, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Platteville awarded diplomas to nearly 500 students for the fall of 2023, including Jordan Collins of Mingo, Construction Management.

Des Moines Area Community College

DES MOINES — Students named to the fall semester dean’s list at Des Moines Area Community College include: Those recognized from your area include: Savanna Epps of Baxter, Mikayla Schroyer of Baxter, Autmn Toney of Baxter, Emily Exley-Berry of Colfax, Beila Flickinger of Colfax, Katelyn Hewitt-Thomas of Colfax, Brandon Morton of Colfax, Matthew Rivers of Colfax, Margaret Schroeder

4H and FFA rabbit/cavy workshop in Colfax

The 4H and FFA rabbit and cavy workshop about raising rabbits and cavies will be from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 9 at the Jasper County Fairgrounds in Colfax. This workshop is sponsored by Iowa State University Extension & Outreach 4H, Iowa State Rabbit Breeders, South Central Iowa Rabbit Breeders and Eldon C Stutsman Inc and Heinold Feeds.

There is no need to preregister and no cost (except for those youth who are purchasing rabbits or cavies and/or building a carrier and/or purchasing rabbit and cavy equipment). Youth from Iowa and other states are encouraged to attend. Speakers will discuss rabbit breeds, cavy breeds, health, equipment, grooming, showing and fair information. Each family will receive a free packet of 4H and FFA rabbit and cavy information. Youth will receive free tickets for a huge drawing. Youth are encouraged to bring their rabbits and cavies (purebred guinea pigs) and consult with speakers.

Examples of rabbits and cavies will be presented and discussed. Purebred rabbits and cavies may be for sale with cash the preferred payment.

A “build your rabbit or cavy carrier” session will be held with Wolfe’s Animal Supply. Call to preorder for

the correct carrier size by contacting Bill at 515-5565123 or Wolferabbit3@mediacombb.net. Rabbits can be tattooed. Cavies can be tagged. Youth need to decide on a short name or numbers for each rabbit tattoo. Youth may show their rabbits or cavies in a free “practice” rabbit and cavy show. All rabbits and cavies showing in the “practice” show are required to be earmarked with a tattoo for a rabbit or an ear tag for a cavy.

Youth may want to attend, participate and/ or watch the 2024 ARBA (American Rabbit Breeders Association) open and youth-sanctioned rabbit and cavy shows April 20 at Amana or June 8 in Colfax. More information about these and other ARBA shows will be available at this workshop.

Questions can be directed to Lynne Rechterman at 563-260-5295 or Bill Wolfe at 515-556-5123. This workshop began in 2002 and has been held in the spring in central Iowa with 1086 youth attending since 2002.

of Colfax, Wyatt Smith of Colfax, Elizabeth Collins of Mingo, Landon Sparks of Mingo. To be eligible, a student must have completed a minimum of six credits and earned a 3.5 to 3.99 grade point average for that semester.

DMACC President Rob Denson recently released the names of the Career Advantage High School students eligible for the fall semester president’s list. To be eligible, a student must have completed a minimum of six credits and earned a 4.0 grade point average for that semester. Those recognized from the local area include: Adison Bonney of Baxter, Luci Kucera of Baxter, Cade Robinson of Baxter, Regan Russell of Baxter, Perrin Sulzle of Baxter, Emersen Tuhn of Baxter, Avery Wonders of Baxter, Charlotte Donahue of Colfax, Nicholas Pfantz of Mingo, Cassidy Smith of Mingo. Students named to the dean’s list for the Career Advantage High School fall semester at DMACC include: Bailie Bennien of Baxter, Trenton Colyn of Baxter, Callie Cross of Baxter, James Esqueda of Baxter, Heidi Harper of Baxter, Abigail Meyer of Baxter, Cody Samson of Baxter, Carter Smith of Baxter, Rylee Van Beek of Baxter, Cade Amundsen of Colfax, Cael Bracewell of Colfax, Jermaine Cross of Colfax, Kaden Dalton of Colfax, Chloe Rorabaugh of Colfax, Calvin Schwab of Colfax, Xavier Woods of Colfax, Kaylee Collins of Mingo, Colton Harder of Mingo, Reyna Heer of Mingo. To be eligible, a student must have completed a minimum of six credits and earned a 3.5 to 3.99 grade point average for that semester.

More than 1,000 students graduated from the fall semester from Des Moines Area Community College. Those recognized from the local area include: Bailie Bennien, Nurse Aide and Advanced Nurse Aide, Baxter; Evelyn Boothroyd, Nurse Aide, Baxter; Andrew Esqueda, Management, Baxter; Sadie Meyer, Associate Degree Nursing, Baxter; Cade Amundsen, Blueprint Reading, Colfax; Jermaine Cross, Blueprint Reading, Colfax; Payton VanderHeiden, Nurse Aide and Advanced Nurse Aide, Colfax; Conner Wood, Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Colfax; Emilie Evans, Liberal Arts, Mingo; Colton Harder, Blueprint Reading, Mingo; Emily Taylor, Liberal Arts, Mingo.

Eager paddlers

encouraged

to wait for warmer water

The weather is starting to feel like spring, but water temperatures are still dangerously cold.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recommends that paddlers wait for consistent warm weather to allow the water temperatures to rise slowly. It could be several weeks before water temperatures are ideal and safe as water and air temperatures continue to change.

“Air temperatures are warmer than normal this year, but the water is still dangerously cold,” Todd Robertson, Iowa DNR River Programs water trails coordinator, said.“We have not had enough consistently warm days to raise water temperatures adequately. Cold water shock and hypothermia can set in quickly if you fall into the water at current temperatures.” Safety Tips for Paddling in Cold Water Conditions

• Always wear a life jacket. Not only does the life jacket help keep your head above water, it helps to keep your organs warmer.

• Don’t paddle alone, especially in cold water, use a buddy system. Go with a small group of paddlers and know which paddler has the most experience.

• Let a friend or loved one know where you are going and when you are expected to return. It will be easier to find you if you need help.

• Dress for the water temperature, not the air temperature. Plan as if you were to be in the water at some point.  A wetsuit or drysuit is a must. Dress in layers so you can peel a layer off if you get overheated.

• Bring along a dry bag with extra clothing to change into should you get wet. Get out of wet, cold clothing as soon as possible. Having the right gear and understanding the stages of hypothermia is crucial for remaining safe.

• Stay away from strainers, wood/branch piles that can pull a paddler under. These are usually found on outside river bends where the current is going and are deadly hazards that must be avoided.

Metro Photo Youth from Iowa and other states are encouraged to attend the 4H and FFA rabbit and cavy workshop March 9 in Colfax.

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Under sections including mental health, general assistance, housing needs, food and clothing and emergent services, people can find a wealth of information on what resources are available locally.

“When looking at mental health providers, for example, there are many private and virtual options. Capstone was chosen as it is that county safety net provider; Scanlan is a service that is offered directly through the school,” Porter said. “The goal for Tigerhawks Unified is to streamline knowledge for our staff and allow families to

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fellow chiefs, Burdess found those relationships are not as strong as they used to be.

“My belief is we may wear different uniforms — some are green, some are brown, some are blue — but we’re all one team: Law Enforcement,” Burdess said. “And we’re all working towards one goal, and that’s to protect our citizens and make this a safe environment for everyone to live in.”

Improving communication and being able to work together is crucial, he added, for all law enforcement agencies to better serve their citizens.

Burdess is also concerned about illegal drug activity, particularly when Interstate 80 cuts through a number of Jasper County communities. Vehicles passing through are carrying drugs from state to

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identify resources important to them with and without the school.”

To access the information, visit the district’s website at colfax-mingo.k12.ia.us. Click on the “Community” header and then the “Student and Family Assistance” section. There, Tigerhawks Unified resources information is available.

On the site, a selection of resources are highlighted along with contact information for those services.

There is also a link for a complete list of community resources at: colfax-mingo.k12.ia.us/community-resources.

For more information about Tigerhawks Unified or the resources provided on the site, contact Porter at 515-674-3646 or lporter1@

state, so Burdess would like to create an interdiction task force with the sheriff’s office, local police and State Patrol.

“All of us working cooperatively to address the drug trafficking issue coming through,” he said. “…

Because of the State Patrol being short on people they kind of shut down their interdiction team they had. But there’s no reason we all can’t work cooperatively to address that issue, rather than leading it to State Patrol.”

Out of the three individuals running for sheriff, Burdess said where he excels over his fellow candidates is his ability to build relationships.

“I would start within the sheriff’s office … building those relationships and making them strong,” he said, noting it may also help retain employees. “I want to make it a place where people want to come to work and they want to do their job because they feel like they’re wanted and they’re needed.”

standstill. Buddy submitted an $8,000 bid previously, and he even increased it to $10,000. Still, the board of supervisors could not come to agree on accepting the higher bid. This time, Buddy submitted a bid that matched what it was valued.

Doug asked Buddy to raise his bid

The Jasper County Resource Guide has 50 categories, from colleges to hospitals and senior services to vision care providing information on services available to residents in the county. The guide is available on the Jasper County website: jasperia.org/resources.

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“We worked with the JCCC which has a distribution list of over 190 people that serve Jasper County,” Pryor said. “This includes all the schools, law enforcement, health and human service agencies. We worked together to make categories of services that many people often request.”

Pryor will continue to update the document as information changes or need to be added. She hopes by making the guide available online, people will have an easier, more readily available source to find organization that serve Jasper County residents.

“For example, if you click on substance misuse and treatment, it will bring up all the known resources,” Pryor said. “You can also search for keywords, like ‘Pregnancy,’ and it

again in hopes it would be accepted by the board, but Buddy reluctantly refused.

“I got to thinking. If you buy a house and you want to sell it and get twice as much out of it than it’s appraised at, you might be losing there, too,” Buddy said.

“I just came to the conclusion — nothing against you guys, I realize you gotta recoup your money — I just don’t want to pay any more than I think it’s actually worth.”

In order to avoid situations like this in

will bring up anything related.”

The public can access the information by going to jasperia.org/resources or visiting the Jasper County website, jasperia.org and searching Resource Guide in the search box. It is also available through the Resource Guide icon on the Public Health section of the county website.

Once in the guide, by clicking on a category, information from just that section can be accessed and printed.

“I hope that people can get access to all the wonderful, diverse services that are available in Jasper County, and it helps organizations better serve others,” Pryor said.

“The Jasper County Cares leadership team feels like we have numerous resources, but many times people just don’t know about what is available to them.”

Pryor is also very proud of the work the JCCC has done

the future, Buddy suggested the county post for sale signs on properties it acquires but has not abated yet.

“Give the people around an opportunity to buy it,” he said.

Buddy was unsure if that was in the county’s power to implement. Talsma indicated it is not. When the county acquires the property, it has to finish the process and clean it up. Jasper County is legally obligated to proceed with abatement, Talsma said.

to network and build relationships with area providers. As the group continues to grow, more gaps will be filled in areas needed by community members of all ages throughout the county.

“In a recent survey the JCCC said the top two strengths are the community collaboration and participation, and growth of JCCC and the amazing amount of health and human services and resource available in Jasper County,” Pryor said. “We have people coming from other counties asking to attend Jasper County Cares because they want to replicate in their county. Many say how amazed they are that so many organizations in Jasper County really care and take the time to come together to learn and share about resources available in Jasper County.” For more information about the Jasper County Resource Guide, contact the Jasper County Health Department.

Doug added, “We like that idea. I would love to be able to sell it ahead of time.” Supervisors were sympathetic to Buddy, who has followed through with bids each time. He understood the board’s predicament but he did not feel comfortable submitting a higher bid at this time. The board would go on to unanimously reject the bid.

“I wish we would have taken (the higher bid) the last time,” Doug said. Buddy said, “I do, too.”

Jamee A. Pierson/Jasper County Tribune

Time management tips for your wedding day

As any married couple can attest, a wedding day has a tendency to fly by.

Couples have much to do on the day they tie the knot, which can make the day feel like a whirlwind.

Certain skills can come in especially handy on a wedding day, and the ability to manage time is certainly one of them. As their big day draws closer, couples can employ these time management tips to slow the day down a little bit.

• Create and distribute a schedule. A schedule can ensure the happy couple and all members of the bridal party know when and where they need to be at certain times during the day. Include all pertinent information on the schedule, including when and where hair and makeup appointments begin, when transportation to and from the ceremony and reception site will arrive and, of course, the start time for the ceremony. A printed copy can help, but a digital copy sent via text or email can guarantee the schedule is accessible via smartphone at all times during the day.

• Collaborate with your photographer in advance of your wedding day. Couples

can streamline wedding day photography sessions by collaborating with their photographer in advance. During these sessions, identify the bridal party shots you want to take and then create a schedule of photos so all party members know where they need to be and when. Some couples choose to schedule bridal party photoshoots before the ceremony, while others prefer theirs after the couple has made it official. Regardless of which option couples prefer, schedule these photos so no time is wasted finding bridal party members.

• Don’t forget to set aside time to eat. Anything can derail a wedding day schedule if it’s forgotten when couples devise their initial plan for how the day will unfold. Couples might be less inclined to forget hair and makeup appointments and photo sessions because such components are integral to wedding planning. But couples should not forget to leave time for themselves and their bridal party to eat. Schedule a breakfast for all bridal party members (separate ones if couples insist on avoiding each other until the ceremony) to ensure no one sleeps

in and throws off the day’s timeline. Include time to eat lunch if the ceremony is in late afternoon or early evening. If you forget to schedule time to eat, the timeline will almost certainly be thrown off when everyone gets hungry and requires some sustenance.

• Go over schedules with your vendors. In the weeks prior to your wedding, reach out to your vendors to confirm the day’s timeline. Do this prior to handing out a schedule to your bridal party so no one is confused if any last-minute changes are made. Couples have much to manage on their wedding days. Perhaps no component is more important to manage effectively than time. — Metro Creative

Volunteers needed for Meals on Wheels program

Jasper County Elderly Nutrition has volunteer opportunities available to help deliver “Meals on Wheels” in Jasper County. Volunteers must provide their own transportation (mileage reimbursed at 67 cents/mile). The time commitment is approximately 11 a.m. to noon. To find out how you can support seniors staying in their home, call 641-792-7102.

Spring activities Saturday at NSNWR

Nature Tots

Signs of Spring

Children ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult, are welcome to attend a free, fun and educational program about signs of spring in the tallgrass prairie. The program is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center. Activities will include storytime, a nature craft and an exploration of the tallgrass prairie, weather permitting. Lessons will focus on engaging children’s senses and using hands-on and interactive activities.

Registration requested.

Free Evening Photography Walk

Join photographer Mike Cox as he leads

enjoy all seasons on the prairie.

a walk along a refuge trail at 4 p.m. Saturday at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy exploring the evening prairie landscape. Learn tips for taking excellent

outdoor photographs while learning about Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, the tallgrass prairie and its wildlife. All types of cameras can be used during this program.

Submitted Photo

For additional information and to register for any of the programs, contact nancy_corona@ fws.gov or call 515-9943400

Community Calendar

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SATURDAY

• Poweshiek Partners 4-H club meets at 9 a.m. the first Saturday of the month in the C-M Elementary lunchroom

MONDAY

• BEDCO meets at 5:30 p.m. the first Monday of month

• Colfax Cub Scouts Pack 345 meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of month in the C-M High School Cafetorium

• Colfax Planning & Zoning meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of month at the library

TUESDAY

• Mingo Library Board meets at 5 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month (public meeting)

• Baxter American Legion meets at 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of month at the Baxter Community Building

WEDNESDAY

• Hominy Ridge 4-H Club meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of month in the Baxter School Cafeteria

• Colfax Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 5 p.m. the first Wednesday of month in the downstairs meeting room.

• MEDCO meets the first Wednesday of month

• Baxter City Library Board meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of month at the Baxter Library

Agricultural producers have until March 15 to enroll in USDA’s key commodity safety net programs for the 2024 crop year

Agricultural producers who have not yet enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year have until March 15 to revise elections and sign contracts. Both safety net programs, delivered by USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), provide vital income support to farmers who experience substantial declines in crop prices or revenues for the 2024 crop year. In Iowa, producers have completed 61,996 contracts to date, representing 38 percent of the more than 163,000 expected contracts.

“Agriculture Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage programs provide excellent risk protection, for market declines, at no cost to the producer. While we always hope for strong markets, anyone involved in production agriculture knows, the only thing certain is uncertainty,” said Matt Russell, State Executive Director for FSA in Iowa. Many producers may be holding off on making your program elections pending planting decisions or maybe you’re working

HOWARD ST. CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ)

Pastor Tom Burns Howard & Locust St., Colfax Office - 674-3746 Church Cell - 971-0569

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Adult & Wired Word Adult Sunday school classes; 10 a.m. Fellowship Time;10:30 a.m. Worship, in person or online via YouTube

MONDAY - Tom’s day off

TUESDAY - 9:30 a.m. Coffee

Time/Fellowship; 2 p.m. Easy Yoga

WEDNESDAY - 3:30 p.m. After school elementary youth; 6:10 ChiRho and CYF youth supper/ youth group

THIRD SUNDAY of month

- Marathon Sunday includes elders, board, potluck and food pantry

FIRST MONDAY of monthWIC appointments

IRA UNITED CHURCH

Rev. Michael Omundson

SUNDAY - 9:30 a.m. Church

with a local advisor to consider how changes in the effective reference price might impact your election decisions. Please contact your local FSA county office as soon as possible to set an appointment so you’re on the books well in advance of the March 15 deadline.”

Producers can elect coverage and enroll in ARC-County or PLC, which provide crop-by-crop protection, or ARC-Individual, which protects the entire farm. Although election changes for 2024 are optional, producers must enroll, with a signed contract, each year. If a producer has a multi-year contract on the farm, the contract will continue for 2024 unless an election change is made. If producers do not submit their election revision by the March 15 deadline, the election remains the same as their 2023 election for eligible commodities on the farm. Also, producers who do not complete enrollment and sign their contract by the deadline will not be enrolled in ARC or PLC for the 2024 year and will not receive a payment if one is triggered. Farm owners can only enroll

in these programs if they have a share interest in the commodity.

Producers are eligible to enroll farms with base acres for the following commodities: barley, canola, large and small chickpeas, corn, crambe, flaxseed, grain sorghum, lentils, mustard seed, oats, peanuts, dry peas, rapeseed, long grain rice, medium and short grain rice, safflower seed, seed cotton, sesame, soybeans, sunflower seed and wheat.

Web-Based Decision Tools

Many universities, including Iowa State University, offer web-based decision tools to help producers make informed, educated decisions using crop data specific to their respective farming operations. Producers are encouraged to use the tool of their choice to support their ARC and PLC elections.

Crop Insurance Considerations

Producers are reminded that enrolling in ARC or PLC programs can impact eligibility for some crop insurance products offered by USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA). Producers who elect and enroll in PLC also have

Church Schedules

service; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school (communion first Sunday)

METZ COMMUNITY CHURCH

3253 W. 62nd St. S., Newton Pastor David Rex 641-521-4354

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:10 a.m. Worship Last Saturday of month - 8 a.m. Men’s Breakfast

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Colfax Minister, Pastor Cody Dyer Church Office 674-4165

SATURDAY, March 2 - 7:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast/Bible Study; 9 a.m. Women’s Ministry

SUNDAY, March 3 - 9 a.m. Fellowship; 9:15 a.m. Bible Education Classes; 10:25 a.m. Message by Pastor Cody Dye

MONDAY, March 4 - 6 p.m.

Deacon/Deaconess meeting

TUESDAY, March 5 - 3 p.m. Women’s Prayer and coffee

WEDNESDAY, March 6 - 9 a.m.

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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH Newton, Iowa

SATURDAY - 4 p.m. Mass

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Mass

COLFAX FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

S. Locust & W. Division St. Office - 674-3782

Rev. Phil Dicks pastor

SUNDAY - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School; Family Worship with Holy Communion

HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD

126 E. Howard

Rev. Paul Avery, pastor Church: 674-3700

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Evening services

WEDNESDAY - 6 p.m. Bible study

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

CATHOLIC CHURCH

302 E. Howard St., Colfax Fr. Ron Hodges 515-674-3711

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Mass

Rev. Phil Dicks 515-689-4926

the option of purchasing Supplemental Coverage Option (SCO) through their Approved Insurance Provider, but producers of covered commodities who elect ARC are ineligible for SCO on their planted acres.

Unlike SCO, RMA’s Enhanced Coverage Option (ECO) is unaffected by participating in ARC for the same crop, on the same acres. You may elect ECO regardless of your farm program election.

Upland cotton farmers who choose to enroll seed cotton base acres in ARC or PLC are ineligible for the stacked income protection plan, or STAX, on their planted cotton acres. More Information For more information on ARC and PLC, producers can visit the ARC and PLC webpage or contact their local USDA Service Center. Producers can also prepare maps for acreage reporting as well as manage farm loans and view other farm records data and customer information by logging into their farmers.gov account. If you don’t have an account, sign up today.

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Worship service (Sunday school not meeting at this time)

ASHTON CHAPEL

8887 W. 122nd St. N., Mingo Pastors: Larry Craig & Mark Eddy

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. Worship

BETHANY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 5627 N. 95th Ave. W., Baxter 641-227-3402

Pastor Chris Hayward SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday School (Sunday after Labor Day to second Sunday in May); 10 a.m. Sunday Worship. First Sunday communion. All are welcome. baxterbethanyucc.org

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH BAXTER

Mike Mclintock, Pastor SUNDAY - 9:15 a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Worship; 6 p.m. Awanas

WEDNESDAYS - 1st & 3rd6:30 p.m. Mens Bible Study 2nd & 4th - 6:30 p.m. Men’s and Womens Bible Study

CHURCH

218 S. Main, Baxter Pastor Ben Spera Church: 641-227-3382

SUNDAY - 10 a.m. Worship

WEDNESDAY - 6 p.m. Bible Study

THIRD THURSDAY of month - 6:30 p.m. Theology on Tap at Bea’s Place on Main Street Check us out on Facebook and baxtercongregational.com

CORNERSTONE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

1000 E. 12th St., Newton Rev. Josh Farver, pastor Phone 641-792-4650

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Worship WEDNESDAY - 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting and Bible Study; Youth Group

HERITAGE WORD OF LIFE

ASSEMBLY OF GOD 102 Second St. NW, Mitchellville Pastor Dave Adams 515-967-3330

SUNDAY - 9 a.m. Bible classes; 10 a.m. Worship service; 6 p.m. Evening service WEDNESDAY - 7 p.m. Evening activities

LUTHERAN CHURCH OF HOPE Capitol II Theatre in Newton SUNDAY - 9:30 a.m. Livestream Worship Service Coburn FUNERAL HOMES

Colfax-Prairie City-Monroe 515-674-3155 www.coburnfuneralhomes.com

DAILY MASS - 8 a.m.

MINGO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

THURSDAYS 10 a.m. - Womens Bible Study

BAXTER

CONGREGATIONAL

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Poop snitchers

Well, we don’t like snitchers — unless they are snitching drug dealers of course. But poop snitchers, now, is serious business and we don’t much care for it. Our legislature, known for its robust support of our farmers (which includes livestock for those not in the know) are concerned about anonymous snitchers in particular. If you are going to call the DNR and complain that you can’t sit on your porch on a summer evening because of the smells of pig or cow poop, your name should be broadcast publicly for righteous recrimination from those causing the complaints.

It’s only fair. The article from the Capital City Dispatch discussing the matter indicates that the “vast majority” of those anonymous complaints lead to some type of corrective action. I can think of no better reason in discouraging such complaints. With fewer complaints there will be fewer corrective actions which is the obvious goal of livestock producers and hence the legislature. We want fewer corrective actions by the DNR, not more. And if your neighbor now hates you for being a snitch; well that’s just the price you’re going to have to pay for being a snitch. It might actually be something that requires a little more thought however — unfortunately a quality not often found in our legislature. It’s been several years now that non-farm rural homes exceed farm homes. These are people who spend a great deal of money building homes and outbuildings and sometimes ponds to enjoy a rural setting and to get away from the hubbub of the city only to be assaulted by the aroma of poop — sometimes to an extent that makes their property non-saleable which really makes them mad and understandably so.

So, before we get overwrought about poop snitchers, let’s count the votes. I can drive from Mingo, through Ira, then through Baxter, and over to Newton and I will see maybe one hog confinement and a few cows but a considerable number of houses with garages, and vehicles in the driveways, and a few outbuildings sans livestock. These are the people who don’t really care for the smell of poop in the morning with their coffee. It is clear from just a drive that rural residents without cows or pigs or chickens or turkeys for that matter, far outnumber those with them. So, a cautionary note is in order. If you are an elected official you may want to reconsider any outrage you have against poop snitchers and count the votes.

Richard E. H. Phelps II Mingo

YOUR VIEW

How is your tax money being spent?

Jasper County Board of Supervisors approved of more than $6,000 on bid for fence relocation on end of dead-end, leading to private land. Old roadway has not been open or maintained for more than 50 years. Private land at end of non-maintained road was purchased without access here. This landowner has two other accesses to his property, one the county helped him with. Now he wants another.

What is the priority now over other road projects? The pathway is a narrow sand bank with fence on top, there is drop off on

east side of fence, part of which is steep. This was constructed 1986, by federal government and us the landowners. Surface is not suitable for roadway, not stable ground. Will have to be cleared of trees, leveled off because of steep grade along east side. This will cause more erosion.

We were told previously by county road officials it would be too costly to build a road here. Now they are going to go ahead and say this is a B-level road.

The A-level road leading to this B-level non-maintained road is not maintained and impassible for road maintainer to go down because of overgrown trees. This non-maintained A-level road will have to be cleared which will be costly.

How are they going to make

or maintain this new stretch? We are afraid they are not going to make this road safe or up to some sort of code. It will be open to public with nowhere to go or turn around. We believe this will lead to safety issues having to back up along steep incline.

Tax funds should be spent on road issues with high traffic. It is obvious we want to stay at the end of the road. We have invested and lovingly kept this property and don’t want it destroyed. If it wasn’t for our investment in filling deep erosion ditch there would not be a path. It would then be too costly to make a road. I believe it is too costly now with other roads needing to be repaired. If this road has to be opened, please do it safely. Gary and Mary Adams Colfax

Documents to bring to your tax preparer

In many parts of the country, April marks a return to warm temperatures, landscapes marked by blooming foliage and perhaps even a colorful flower or two. April also signals tax season, a notion that may elicit different reactions than warmer weather and budding plants, particularly among those who do not anticipate receiving a tax refund.

According to the Internal Revenue Service, the deadline to file a 2023 tax return is Monday, April 15, 2024. Individuals who file more complicated returns or those who simply don’t have the time to file on their own typically look to tax preparation professionals to ensure their returns are filed correctly and on time. As the tax deadline draws closer, taxpayers who work with tax preparation professionals can make that partnership go more smoothly by ensuring they bring along these necessary documents and details to their appointments.

• Social Security numbers: Individuals who are filing as single or jointly with a spouse will need to list the Social Security numbers of each person on the return. Taxpayers with dependents will need to provide the full names and Social Security numbers of each dependent as well as their own

Social Security numbers.

• Identification: A copy of a form of identification, such as a driver’s license or passport, also must be included in a tax return. The identification confirms a person’s identity and the name on the ID provided must match the name associated with the Social Security number provided.

• Income statements: Tax preparers need a copy of each taxpayer’s W-2 form, which employers must provide by the end of January. Taxpayers with more than one job must provide a W-2 from each employer. Additional income statements, such as forms indicating gambling winnings or retirement account distributions, also must be provided to the tax prep pro. Taxpayers who have such income should contact their tax preparation pro prior to their appointment to determine which additional income form they need to file.

• Tax deduction documents: Tax deductions save taxpayers money, and taxpayers may be eligible for a range of deductions. For example, homeowners who finance their home purchases with mortgages will receive a 1098 form from their mortgage provider each January. That form is a mortgage interest statement that can help homeowners reduce their tax

obligations. Donations, student loan interest payments and college tuition costs are some additional potential deductions. Charities, student loan servicing firms and colleges or universities should provide tax deduction documents by the end of January, and taxpayers can turn these forms over to their tax preparation professional so they earn all eligible deductions.

• Receipts: Some expenses are eligible for tax deductions. Taxpayers can contact their tax preparation professional to determine if any medical bills, business expenses, charitable contributions, or additional expenses are deductible. Receipts may be required, and individuals are urged to hold on to any receipts they might be able to use to earn a tax deduction. Tax season has arrived, and taxpayers are urged to provide all relevant documents to their tax preparers to ensure their returns are filed correctly and on time.

-Metro Creative

7 ways to incorporate personality into your wedding

Weddings

as they desire. There’s certainly room to let personalities shine through during both the ceremony and the reception. Increasingly couples are seeking ways to set their celebrations apart from the scores that came before them. While one may not want to banish all customs, there are several ways for couples to inject their own personalities into the proceedings. Here are seven ways to inject some personality into a wedding.

1. Have custom-designed rings made. Couples can work with jewelers to have rings made to their specifications rather than buying only what is available in the cases. Furthermore, the rings do not

have to be matching sets. A couple can select ring styles that complement one another but may be slightly different in design.

2. Cut out the cake. Many couples just aren’t fans of traditional sponge cake with buttercream or fondant overlay, so why have that expensive, multi-tiered confectionary creation at the wedding? Instead, serve a more popular dessert. Dessert artists can whip up many impressive options and present them in dramatic (or cake-like) fashion. What about a tower of decadent brownies or a stack of fruit-and-cream-filled crêpes?

3. Write the vows. Vows present an excellent way for couples to let their personalities shine through. Couples can showcase humor, compassion, quirks, and more with the messages they share

The benefits to hosting a wedding ceremony and reception at the same venue

Streamlining the wedding planning process can help couples feel relaxed and enable them to more fully enjoy their big day. Hosting a wedding ceremony and reception at the same location is one way to streamline and simplify the planning process.

According to the wedding resource Here Comes the Guide, all-in-one venues are preferred by the majority of modern engaged couples. Couples contemplating such an approach can consider the following benefits to tying the knot and hosting the reception at the same venue.

• Streamlined planning: Rather than having to coordinate with two places, all of couples’ attention can be directed to one location and working with one party coordinator. This can reduce the propensity for mix-ups.

• Ease of transport: Figuring out how to move between multiple locations and schedule hired vehicles and the like can be a chore. With one venue, guests simply arrive and are done with travel until the festivities end.

• Seamless transition: Sometimes there can be an awkward period between the ceremony and the reception. In such situations, a ceremony may end but the cocktail hour is still an hour or two away. A ceremony and reception in one locale can eliminate the gap, as such venues typically begin the cocktail hour a short time after the ceremony has ended.

• Better guest attendance: Guests who may find it challenging to get to

two different locations, particularly those who don’t drive or must rely on public transportation or a taxi, may find a single-location wedding more convenient.

• Outdoor ceremony: Couples who want to exchange vows outdoors often can do so when they have one wedding location because the nuptials are taking place outside of a house of worship, which may not allow for an outdoor wedding due to the sanctity of the location.

• Fewer travel worries: With a single location, it makes it much easier if inclement weather dampens the occasion because there is far less traveling involved.

Couples can keep in mind that a single-location wedding may come with some challenges. Unless the location is on the grounds of a house of worship, the wedding may lack the religious or spiritual component that some couples aspire to. Also, weather can cause issues if couples had hoped to have the ceremony outdoors and must move it into the same space as the reception as a plan B, necessitating a turnover of the room. Couples also may be limited in their photo backdrops, as there will not be two separate places where photos are taken, particularly if the wedding space is limited.

Hosting a ceremony and reception at a single location can benefit couples who want to simplify and streamline their wedding planning. — Metro Creative

with one another.

4. Customize table numbering. Seating cards traditionally guide guests to numbered tables around the reception hall. There is no rule that the tables have to be organized by numbers, however. Those who like movies can name the tables by movie titles. A couple that loves to travel can make the tables destinations around the world. Keep in mind the catering staff may ask that numbers also accompany the alternative system for ease of serving dinners and keeping orders straight.

5. Make a grand entrance. Couples need not feel beholden to taking a limousine to and from their weddings. Fans of the movie “Batman” can rent a Batmobile replica. Those who couldn’t get enough of “Breaking Bad” may want

to roll up in an RV. There’s also the option of a horse-drawn carriage or a sports car.

6. Serve custom cocktails. Traditional drinks can be given custom names that pertain to details of the couple’s lives or how they met. If someone is a microbrewer or makes his or her own wine, these boutique beverages also can be served.

7. Create a monogram. Use the monogram on save-the-dates, invitations, the home page of a wedding website, the ceremony program, and even on cocktail napkins at the reception. The continuity will help set the tone for the wedding.

Couples can allow their creativity and personality to shine through on their wedding day. — Metro Creative

Weddings are special events that celebrate two individuals’ love for one another. Weddings bring together friends and family to witness couples share vows and devote their lives to each other.

Wedding guests recognize that certain components are commonplace in ceremonies and receptions. Perhaps you were once a ring bearer or caught the bouquet? There’s a rich history behind the traditions that feature prominently at many weddings. Here’s a look at traditions past and present and the meaning behind these customs.

Marriage

The custom of marriage can be traced back thousands of years to when hunters and gatherers started coming together to form societies and farm land. In order to ensure the success of communities, couplings were developed to produce offspring and maintain households.

Tie the knot

used to ward off evil spirits.

Veil

Evil spirits also were the basis for the wearing of bridal veils, as they were utilized to hide brides from these miscreants. Veils now are more style than substance. Bridesmaids

In ancient Rome, bridesmaids were tasked with protecting the bride. They wore the same dresses as the bride to confuse evil spirits from finding the soonto-be-betrothed and cursing her. Today’s bridesmaids are less decoy and more helper. They may wear similar dresses to the bride and one another, but they aren’t trying to fool any spirits.

Tossing rice

Rice and grains were long regarded as signs of prosperity and fertility, according to the gifting company Personal Creations. Therefore, couples were showered with rice to ensure their good fortune. Consumption of uncooked rice has been proven to be detrimental to some wildlife, so rice has now been widely replaced with bubbles or birdseed.

Getting married is sometimes referred to as “tying the knot.” This stems from the custom of “handfasting,” which is a common practice among various cultures around the world, and notably in ancient Rome. The bride and groom’s hands are tied together for the duration of the ceremony, not to be released until the wedding is made official. This isn’t something you see too often at modern weddings, but can be something unique couples may want to consider.

Bridal bouquet

A bouquet of beautiful flowers is held by the bride on her wedding day. Roses, orchids, peonies, and other fragrant blooms are often included, but in ancient times brides’ bouquets were likely made of herbs. According to the resource Minted Weddings, these aromatic herbs were

Cutting the cake

At the reception, many couples link hands and make the first cut in their wedding cakes. Wedding Wire says it’s a tradition that around 80 percent of wedding couples partake in. It is believed this tradition symbolizes the couple’s first official task performed together, and marks the promise to support and take care of one another throughout the marriage. However, in the past, brides were responsible for cutting the wedding cake alone and distributed slices to guests to aid in fertility, according to BakingNook. com.

Weddings are full of traditions with interesting histories. — Metro Creative

Treyton Travis leads five Bolts on all-conference team

Baxter senior Treyton Travis led the Iowa Star Conference South Division in scoring, field goals, made 3-pointers and steals per game this season.

For his efforts, Travis was named the league’s player of the year. Four other Bolts joined Travis on the all-conference team, too.

Junior Perrin Sulzle and Travis both were first-team selections, while junior Cainan Travis and sophomore Eli Dee were second-team picks. Senior Ben Richardson was the honorable mention choice.

All-conference recognition is based on statistics inside conference play only.

Treyton Travis earned Iowa Star Conference South Player of the Year after leading the division in scoring at 25 points per game. He also ranked ninth in rebounds at 6.0 per contest and averaged a division-best 4.2 steals per game.

His 3.5 assists per tilt ranked tied for seventh and his 120 field goals and 28 made 3s led the division.

Treyton Travis also shot 48.6 percent

from the floor and ranked fifth in the division with 32 made free throws.

Sulzle was a first-team selection after averaging 15.2 points and 10.8 rebounds per game, which ranked seventh and second in the division, respectively. He also ranked 10th in assists at 3.0 per game, led the division in blocks at 2.8 per game and averaged 1.3 steals per contest.

Sulzle’s 67 percent shooting from the floor led the South Division and he ranked second in 3-point percentage at 46.7 and fourth in free-throw percentage at 72.4. His 21 made free throws ranked tied for ninth.

Cainan Travis averaged 9.6 points, 5.1

rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.7 steals per game. His 56 percent shooting from the floor ranked fifth in the division.

Dee ranked fifth in the division in scoring at 15.7 per game. He averaged 2.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists per game in his six conference games.

His 42.6 percent shooting from 3 ranked third and his 20 made 3s tied for sixth.

Richardson averaged 10.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game and ranked fourth in the division at 2.8 steals per game.

Richardson ranked third in the division with 37 made free throws and his

PLEASANTVILLE — A tough shooting night plagued the Colfax-Mingo boys’ basketball team during its Class 2A District 16 matchup with Pleasantville on Feb. 12.

The Trojans jumped out to an early lead and dominated the second half during a 66-33 home win.

Pleasantville led 19-9 after one quarter and outscored the Tigerhawks 31-12 in the second half.

Colfax-Mingo shot 26 percent from the floor, made 6-of-27 from 3-point range and connected on just 1-of-10 from the free-throw line. The Tigerhawks also committed 16 turnovers.

Colfax-Mingo finalized its record at 7-16. The seven wins are the most for the program since it finished 14-8 in the 2019-20 season.

Harrison Rhone led the Tigerhawks with 10 points, three rebounds and three assists and Joe Earles added eight points, five boards and two blocks.

Cael Bracewell chipped in eight points and four rebounds, Jared Lewis tallied five points and six rebounds and Konner Dalton grabbed four rebounds and three assists. Brandon Kite pulled down six rebounds.

The Trojans (14-10) got 30 points and 14 rebounds from Dayson Leerhoff and 20 points and 10 boards from Braylon Bingham.

Pleasantville shot 43 percent from the floor despite making only 4-of-22 from 3. The Trojans connected on 12-of-20 from the foul line, turned the ball over nine times and out-rebounded the Tigerhawks 43-29. Pleasantville grabbed 13 offensive boards.

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Colfax-Mingo senior Brandon Kite grabbed six rebounds in the Tigerhawks’ season-ending loss to Pleasantville on Feb. 12.

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