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Buffalo Bells 4-H Club wrap up 2015 with Christmas party Submitted by Christine Dale

Members of the Buffalo Bells 4-H Club met Dec. 13 for their annual Christmas party at Monti Community Center. According to club leader Jayme Beyer, “The girls had a fun photo booth, dressed in Christmas attire, played minute to win it games, had a gift exchange, and dinner.”

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The next club meeting is at 6 PM Sunday, Jan. 10 in Monti, with Clover Kids meeting at 5 PM. To learn more about Buchanan County 4-H clubs and programs, contact Alexia Hamlett at Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, 319-334-7161.

Manage post-holiday stress with mindfulness Submitted by Buchanan Co. ISU Extension

The holidays are over, but for many, the stress continues: on bodies from over eating, on wallets from over spending, and sometimes on relationships after what can be a tense time of the year. However, it’s possible to relieve various forms of stress by taking steps toward mindfulness, says Cindy Thompson, a human sciences specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

In his 1994 book “Wherever You Go, There You Are,” Jon Kabot-Zinn defines mindfulness as paying close attention, on purpose, in the here and now with a nonjudgmental attitude, Thompson explained.

“That means the choices we made in December are behind us. Letting those weigh us down now can make us feel powerless and hopeless. Focusing on what we can do right now, today, will help move us forward and keep our stress in check,” said Thompson, who specializes in family life issues.

Work at West Virginia University Extension has focused on using mindfulness to help reduce stress. An easy way to be mindful is to find a comfortable place to sit and focus on breathing.

“There is no right or wrong way to do this. Just pay attention to how your chest or abdomen rises and falls with each breath as you take each breath in and release each breath out.

Research suggests that doing so just a few minutes a day can increase our focus and productivity, as well as reduce the hormones that cause us to feel stress,” Thompson said.

“If you are feeling stress on your body from over indulging, mindful eating can help get you back on track. Eating slowly and focusing on the sensory pleasures of eating can help you enjoy your food more and eat less,” Thompson said. “Be sure to chew food thoroughly and stop between bites so you can

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“The holiday season often can cause stress in our relationships as we try to balance our personal needs with the needs of family and friends. People generally are hard wired to pay attention to the negative and ignore the positive. However, selfcritical judgements, beliefs and perceptions lead us to behave in ways that sometimes are not healthy,” Thompson said.

“Did burning the turkey really ruin everyone’s holiday, or did it maybe cause a couple people to be a little cranky until dessert? By focusing on the burnt turkey did you miss the many smiles and laughter scattered throughout the holidays?

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Area Church Directory

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Aurora

St. Paul's Lutheran, 109 Prospect St. Pastor Ron Spears, 319-233-3004. Sunday Worship: 9:30 AM. Midweek Community Sunday School meets Wednesdays 6:30 PM with location alternating between St. Paul's Lutheran and Aurora United Methodist Church.

United Methodist, 506 Luella St. Rev. Allen Craft, 563-924-2870. Sunday Worship 8:30 AM, Midweek Community Sunday School meets Wednesdays 6:30 PM, with location alternating between United Methodist Church and St. Paul's Lutheran.

Brandon

Church of Christ, 306 East St. 319-474-2159, Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:30 AM; Praise & Worship-1st Sat. 7 PM; Evening Service (3rd Sunday-6 PM), Handicap Accessible United Methodist, 507 Main St. Pastor Lexie Kirkpatrick, 319-474-2362. Sunday Worship 11:15 AM; Sunday School 9:45 AM; Fellowship 10:45 AM. Handicap Accessible

Dundee

St. John Lutheran, 124 S. Main St. 563-932-2357, Rev. Dr. Jenny Edinger, Sunday worship, 10:30 AM, Jan.-June; 8:30 AM, July thru December

Fairbank

First Baptist, 202 4th St., S. Rev. Mike Andersen, Sunday Worship 9 AM, Sunday School 10 AM Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 302 W. Main Father Paul McManus, 319-635-2211. Sunday Mass 8:30 AM Lord of the Harvest Lutheran AFLC, 120 Main St. Rev. Scott Jans, 319-635-2879. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM United Methodist, 107 2nd St. N. Reverend Sheryl Hull, 319-635-2932. Sunday Worship 9:15 AM, Coffee/Fellowship 10:15, Worship Wednesdays 6 PM St. John's Lutheran (Mo. Synod), 208 4th St. N. Rev. Roy W. Berquist,, 319-635-2181. Sunday Worship:10 AM; Sunday School/Bible class: 9 AM (during school year.) Email: stjohnsluth@ windstream.net

Hazleton

First Presbyterian, 100 3rd St. SW Pastor Duane Olsen, 319-238-9206. Sunday Worship 9:30 AM; Coffee and fellowship, 10:30 AM, potluck lunch first Sunday of the month Trinity United Methodist, 209 1st St. NE Pastor Julie Schubert, 319-636-2784. Sunday Worship 10 AM with fellowship after; Adult Sunday School 9 AM; Wednesday youth group after school, Sept-May.

Independence

Bethel Baptist, 614 3rd St. NE Pastor Michael Anderson, 319-334-6617.

Sunday Worship 10:30 AM/7 PM; Sunday School 9:30 AM; Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 7 PM. Calvary Evangelistic Center, 700 13th St. NE Rev. James M. Ganze, 319-334-2743. Sunday’s World Changers (kids) 10 AM; Worship (adults)

GREENLEY LUMBER CO. Independence 319-334-3705 (800) 609-3705

10 AM; Family Worship 6:30 PM; Wednesday service 7:30 PM. www.calvary-center.com Cornerstone Foursquare, 707 20th Ave. SW Rev. Marty Schminkey, 319-334-4489. Sunday Worship 10:30 AM, coffee and snacks at 10 AM; nursery and children’s ministry during service. SMAC for youth Tuesdays at 6:37 PM. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ Cornerstone4square First Baptist, 301 2nd St. SE Pastor Mike Nemmers, Sunday Worship 10:15 AM; Sunday School 9 AM; www. firstbaptistchurchindee.org, 319-240-7935 or 319-334-2135.

First Presbyterian, 115 6th Ave. NW Rev. John H. Hougen, 319-334-3523. Sunday Worship 10 AM (nursery available). Handicap accessible and hearing units. fpcoffice@indytel. com; www.fpcindependence.com First United Methodist, 313 2nd St. SE Rev. Scott Meador, 319-334-3689. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM; Radio Broadcast 11 AM at 95.3 FM Freedom Baptist (Independent), 210 2nd St. SE Pastor Joshua Graber. 319-334-3801, Sunday School 9:30 AM; Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Sunday Evening Service 5 PM; Midweek Service Wed. 7 PM; email: jcegraber@hotmail. com Hope Wesleyan, 505 4th Ave NE Rev. Robert Solon, 319-334-7148. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 AM; Sunday Worship 8 AM, Fellowship 10 AM, 2nd Worship 10:30.

Wednesday Evening Activities: Trek (grades 6-8th), AWANA (grades PK-5th ), Youth (Sr. High), and Starting Point (adult) at 6:30 PM; Women’s Tuesday Morning Perk, at Em’ Coffee Shop, 8 AM. www.hopewesleyan.org Immanual Lutheran (ELCA), 512 5th St. NE Sr. Pastor Greg DeBoer, 319-334-2511.

Saturday Worship 5:30 PM; Sunday Worship 8 AM & 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:15 AM; Nursery available/Handicap Accessible/ Hearing devices; www.immanuelindy.com Living Water, 113 2nd Ave NE Pastor John Sheda, 319-334-6723. Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:30 AM; Bible Study Prayer Service and Kid's Club, Wednesdays 7-8:30 PM. Our Redeemer Lutheran (Missouri Synod), 120 17th Ave. NE Call 319-334-2745. Sunday School 11:30 AM; Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Adult Bible Study 11:30 AM St. James Episcopal, 202 2nd Ave. NE Rev. Sue Ann Raymond, 319-334-4297. Holy Eucharist 10 AM 1st, 2nd, & 4th Sunday with Father Sean Burke; Morning Prayer 3rd & 5th Sunday with Rev. Raymond, Godly Play is offered to 4-10 year olds, 9-9:45 AM each Sunday.

St. John's Catholic, 209 5th Ave. NE Rev. Donald Plamondon, 319-334-7191, Saturday Mass 4:30 PM; Sunday Mass 10 AM; Confessions Saturdays 3:45-4:15 PM Triumphant Church, SW corner of Hwy. 150 & 20 Rev. Lance Fricke, 319-334-2407. Sunday Worship 10 AM; TNT classes, all ages 11 AM; Wednesday service 7 PM; Oneighty for youth 7 PM; Game Room opens at 6 PM. www.iamtriumphant.com

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Christian Life Church, 116 1st St. E Pastor Richard Wearmouth, 319-334-6978, Sunday 10:30 AM & 6 PM; Wednesday, Bible Study 7 PM

Jesup

American Lutheran Church, 552 Purdy St. Pastor Dawn Pederson, 319-827-6626. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM; Fellowship 10 AM; americanluther@jtt.net Jesup Bible Fellowship, 152 South St. Rev. Matthew Perez, 319-827-6231. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Fellowship 10:15; Bible School classes 10:30 AM First United Methodist, 455 6th St. Rev. Alex Bruening, 319-827-1675. Sunday Worship 9 AM; welcomehome@jtt.net First Presbyterian, 643 6th St. Rev. John Molacek, 319-827-1701. Sunday/ Communion Worship 10 AM; Fellowship 11 AM; Sonlight Service 6 PM; Youth at Christ 7 PM Grace Lutheran, 633 Purdy St. Rev. Roy W. Berquist, 319-827-1257, Sunday Worship 8:30 AM; Sunday School 10 AM; Email: stjohnsluth@windstream.net St. Athanasius Catholic, 634 Stevens St. Msgr. Lyle Wilgenbusch, 319-827-6682.

Saturday Mass 5 PM; Sunday Mass 8:30 AM; Religious Education 9:30 AM; Fellowship 9:30 AM

Lamont

Aurora Lamont Baptist Rev. Scott Hall, 563-633-6545. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10 AM Grace United Methodist, 745 Washington St. Pastor Allen Craft, 563-924-2870. Sunday Worship 10 AM, Sunday School 11:15 AM

LaPorte City

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Jubilee (ELCA) 12007 Jubilee Road, La Porte City, IA (half way between Jesup & La PorteCity), 319-269-9644, Sunday 109AM SundayWorship Worship AM; Sunday school 8:45 AM Fellowship 11 AM

Manchester

St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 W Fayette St. Father Joseph Schneider, Sacramental Priest Father John Kremer, Saturday Mass, 4 PM, Sunday Mass 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM, 563-927-4710

Masonville

Immaculate Conception, 608 Bernhart St. Father Joseph Schneider, Sacramental Priest Father John Kremer, Sunday Mass 9:30 AM Silver Creek United Methodist Church Pastor Sharon Andersen, Sunday Worship, 9 AM , located 4 miles East of Monti and 1 mile south on Robinson Road.

Mt. Auburn

Mt. Auburn United Methodist Church, 201 Traer St. Rev. Julie McCullough, Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM

Oelwein

Christ United Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Charles St. Adult Sunday School 9:30 AM, Church Service 10:30 AM. For current Children’s Sunday School hours, please call the church at 319-283-1656.

All are welcome.

Oran

Oran United Methodist, 212 E. Cedar St. Pastor Fred Burns, Sunday Worship, 8:30 AM

Quasqueton

Union Protestant Church of Quasqueton, 212 E. Cedar Rev. Kevin Jennings, 319-934-3558. Worship 10 AM; Sunday School 9 AM Hoover Wesleyan, 2898 310th St. (SE of Quasqueton) Pastor Dr. Charles Clark, 319-224-9317.

Sunday Worship 10 AM; Sunday School 9 AM; Sunday Evening Worship 6:30 PM; Wednesday Bible Study 7 PM, Kids Club 5-7 PM.

Rowley

First Presbyterian, 212 Park Ave. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM; Handicap Accessible United Methodist, 201 Rowley St. Pastor Sheri Andersen, 319-938-2605.

Fellowship 9:30 AM; Sunday Worship 10:30 AM, Wednesday Bible Study 10 AM, Handicap Accessible

Stanley

Union Church, 126 N. Winslow Pastor Phil Rownd, 319-634-3757. Sunday Worship 9:30 AM & 7 PM; Sunday School 10:40 AM; Sunday Evening 7 PM; Wednesday Youth: 6:30 PM; Wed. Prayer Meeting 7 PM

Urbana

St. Mary's Catholic, 402 Ash Ave. Fr. Ardel Barta, Parish Life Coordinator Marcia Reilly, Mass Sundays at 8:30 AM and Wednesdays at 8:30 AM followed by Adoration until 10 AM, Children’s Liturgy held during Mass for preschool through 5th grade.

Urbana United Methodist Pastor Sheri Andersen, 10:30 AM worship with fellowship following, Wed. afternoon Study Group at 4 PM .

Walker

Sacred Heart Catholic, 302 Ely St. Fr. Ardel Barta, Parish Life Coordinator Marcia Reilly, Mass Saturday 5:15 PM and Thursday at 8:30 AM. Walker United Methodist, 101 Ely St. Pastor Mark Morehouse, Sunday Worship Service 9 AM

Winthrop

Church of Christ United, 354 2nd St. N. Pastor Dean Schlitter, 319-935-3353. Sunday School 9 AM. Sunday Worship 10:15 AM. St. Patrick Catholic, 555 1st St. S. Rev. Donald Plamondon, 319-935-3871. Mass Saturday 6:30 PM; Sunday 8 AM

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 628 S. Frederick Father Paul McManus, Deacon James Patera Saturday Mass 4:30 PM, Sunday 10:30 AM

SPAHN & ROSE LUMBER Jesup 319-827-1448

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Buchanan County Master Gardeners host Winter Webinar Series on food security Presented by Shannon Coleman, assistant professor in food science and human nutrition and The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener program will host a win- ISU Extension and Outreach specialist as well as Susan DeBlieck, Master Gardener program ter webinar series. The three free webinars will be held at the Buchanan County ISU Extension assistant for ISU Extension and Outreach. and Outreach office, 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Independence. While these webinars are targeted This webinar series is part of collaborative project between the Master Gardener program in towards Master Gardeners; the group invites anyone interested to attend. Winter webinar topics Iowa and the USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education. This collaborainclude: tion aims to improve the food environment for Iowans with low income, develop a strategic • Jan. 21, 6-8 PM – Hunger in Iowa: Learn the realities of hunger and teaching methods to use plan for planting food bank donations in gardens across Iowa, and increase the amount of food when working with food-insecure adults. Presented by Christine Hradek, food and nutrition donated to food banks by Iowa Master Gardeners. Any Master Gardener wishing to apply for a educator for ISU Extension and Outreach as well as Susan DeBlieck, Master Gardener program mini grant to support a food security project is required to register and take part in the webinar assistant for ISU Extension and Outreach. series. Mini grant applications for up to $500 are due on March 1.

• Feb. 4, 6-8 PM – Working with Food Banks: Find out how Master Gardeners can work with To register, contact Ashley Sherrets, Master Gardener Coordinator, at sherrets@iastate.edu or food banks to donate garden produce. Presented by Sara Bonefas, interim director of the Food 319-334-7161. The webinars are free of charge and open to anyone who may be interested.

Bank of Iowa as well as Susan DeBlieck, Master Gardener program assistant for ISU Extension Webinars also count towards annual continuing education credits for Iowa Master Gardener and Outreach. volunteers.

• Feb. 18, 6-8 PM – Best Practices for Food Safety: Get information on the bestCrop practices for CI10-IA-67500-CFAL0-MANC0-NONE-NONE.pdf, CI10, You Need Insurance..., IA, 6.7500 x 4.5, handling produce going PDF,garden FZESEHY4C4, A to food banks and the importance of food safety procedures.

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The Iowa Insurance Division recently released its annual list of top investor threats and urged investors to use caution when approached with unsolicited investments, especially those involving promissory notes, oil and gas deals and real estate investment opportunities, including non-traded real estate investment trusts.

“Education and information are an investor’s best defense against investment fraud,” Iowa Insurance Commissioner Nick Gerhart said. “Investors should always double-check before investing and be wary of unsolicited financial advice or investment opportunities.”

The top threats to investors were determined by surveying members of the North American Securities Administrators Association, of which the Iowa Insurance Division is a member, to identify the five most problematic products, practices or schemes. The following were cited most often: 1. Unregistered Products/ Unlicensed Sales: The offer of securities by an individual without a valid securities license should be a red alert for investors.

Con artists also try to bypass stringent state registration requirements to pitch unregistered investments with a promise of “limited or no risk” and high returns.

2. Promissory Notes: In an environment of low interest rates, the promise of highinterest-bearing promissory notes may be tempting to investors, especially seniors and others living on a fixed income. Promissory notes generally are used by companies to raise capital. Legitimate promissory notes are marketed almost exclusively to sophisticated or corporate investors with the resources to research thoroughly the companies issuing the notes and to determine whether the issuers have the capacity to pay the promised interest and principal.

Most promissory notes must be registered as securities with the SEC and the states in which they are sold. Average investors should be cautious about offers of promissory notes with a duration of nine months or less, which in some circumstances do not require registration. Short-term notes that appear to be exempt from securities registration have been the source of most – but not all – of the fraudulent activity involving promissory notes identified by regulators.

3. Oil/Gas Investments: Many oil and gas investment opportunities, while involving varying degrees of risks to the investor, are legitimate in their marketing and responsible in their operations. However, as in many other investment op-

portunities, it is not unusual for unscrupulous promoters to attempt to take advantage of investors by engaging in fraudulent practices. Fraudulent oil and gas deals frequently are structured with the limited partnership (or other legal entity) in one state, the operation and physical presence of the field in a second state, and the offerings made to prospective investors in states other than the initial two states. As a result, there is less chance of an investor dropping by a well site or a nonexistent company headquarters. Such a structure also makes it difficult for authorities and victims to identify and expose the fraud.

4. Real estate-related Investments: Troublesome real estate-related investments identified by securities regulators included non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITs), timeshare resales, and brokered mortgage notes. These types of products often carry higher risk. For example, non-traded REITs are sold directly to investors and are not traded on exchanges (as are conventional REITs). Non-traded REITS can be risky and have limited liquidity, which may make them unsuitable for certain investors.

5. Ponzi Schemes: The premise is simple: pay early investors with money raised from later investors. The only people certain to make money are the promoters who set the Ponzi in motion.

Iowans are encouraged to visit www.IowaFraudFighters.gov to learn about common investment and insurance scams and discover tips and tools to prevent fraud, including a checklist of information to gather from investment advisers to verify the legitimacy of the offer and the investment adviser.

If any investment offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. So double-check with the Iowa Insurance Division before investing. The Iowa Insurance Division can give you the background information needed to make wise investments and also check out the salesperson –and it’s free.

The Iowa Insurance Division has general control, supervision and direction over all insurance and securities business transacted in the state, and enforces Iowa’s laws and regulations. The Iowa Insurance Division investigates consumer complaints and prosecutes companies, agents and brokers engaging in unfair trade practices. Consumers with insurance or investment questions, or complaints, may contact the Iowa Insurance Division toll-free at 877-955-1212, or visit www. iid.iowa.gov.

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Buchanan Co. Leadership Development Program to begin February 18 Submitted by Buchanan Co. Economic Development Commission

“Fostering Leadership in Our Communities to Ensure a Better Tomorrow,” is the name of the 2016 Leadership Development Program that will meet 6:45-9:15 PM on eight consecutive Thursday evenings from Feb. 18 - April 7.

The Buchanan County Economic Development Commission (BCEDC) has established a Leadership Development Program that will teach the skills needed to encourage and support community involvement by individuals who want to make a difference in their communities.

One objective of the program is to create stronger community bonds so each meeting will be held in a different Buchanan County community. The program will end with an awards banquet and a celebration of county-wide economic development activities. Cost of the program is $150 per person. To ensure optimal participation, class size is limited to 20 participants.

Curriculum: Week 1: Dinner and Talent Insights Success Insights evaluation, followed by “Expectations of Leadership.” Thursday, Feb. 18.

Week 2: Project Management & Planning. Thursday, Feb. 25.

Week 3: Review of Talent Insights Success Insights evaluation, followed by Group Dynamics and Decision Making.

Thursday, March 3.

Week 4: Sharing your good news! Communication, writing press releases and using social media. Thursday, March 10.

Week 5: Working with local governments and finding grants. Thursday, March 17.

Week 6: Meeting Facilitation and Presentation Skills.

Thursday, March 24.

Week 7: Recruiting, mentoring and managing volunteers.

Thursday, March 31 Week 8: Awards dinner and Celebrating Economic Development Banquet With a keynote speaker. Thursday, April 7.

Registrations are due by Wednesday, Feb.10. To learn more, contact BCEDC Director George Lake by email: director@ growbuchanan.com or call 319-334-7497.

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How to create and keep a financial Hawkeye Community College selected as a top school in guide to colleges and universities new year’s resolution “Military Advanced Education & Transition” has awarded Hawkeye Community College the designation of a Top School in its 2016 Guide to Colleges and Universities, measuring best practices in military and veteran education. The guide was released late in December, and is available online at www.mae-kmi.com.

The guide presents results of a questionnaire of the military-supportive policies enacted at more than 600 institutions, including private, public, for-profit, not-for-profit, four-year, and two-year colleges. From community colleges to state universities, online universities and nationally known centers of higher learning, the 2016 Guide to Colleges and Universities arms students with information about institutions that go out of their way to give back to our men and women in uniform.

“Our goal is to be a dynamic resource for active service members and those who have moved from the military to their civilian careers, helping them find the school that best fits their plans for the future,” said Kelly Fodel, Military Advanced Education & Transition’s editor.

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It’s that time of year again – millions of Americans are setting resolutions to better themselves in the New Year. For many, that includes a brighter financial future.

Whether eliminating debt, saving or investing, financial resolutions can be difficult to keep without a coordinated effort, says Mike Sullivan, spokesperson, Take Charge America, a national nonprofit credit counseling and debt management agency. “While it’s very commonplace to create a resolution, few people actually follow through. When it comes to improvements in your personal finances especially, you need a plan, automation and accountability.”

Sullivan offers five tips to help consumers create a financial New Year’s resolution – and keep it: • Define a Specific Goal – It’s important to clearly define your financial goal and outline the steps necessary to get there. “Get out of debt” or “save more money” are simply too broad.

You are much more likely to hold yourself accountable with a realistic and attainable goal in mind, like “save $100 from each paycheck” or “pay off $200 in credit card debt every month.”

• Make an Ongoing, Automatic Commitment – Look for tools or avenues to automatically take steps to achieve your goal. For instance, if your goal is to add $10,000 to an emergency fund, consider adding another payroll deduction into your savings account. Or, if retirement is on your mind, increase the amount you automatically contribute to your 401k or IRA. • Get Creative with Paying Off Debt – If you are trying to eliminate debt, look at opportunities beyond your regular monthly payments. Consider consolidating high interest credit card debt into a fixed personal loan, or entering into a debt management plan with a nonprofit agency. You can also reevaluate student loan repayment options to find out if you’re in the best plan for your personal situation.

• Reevaluate Monthly Bills – There may be easy ways to save more money without generating additional income or adjusting your daily spending habits. Take a good look at monthly bills to see what you can eliminate or reduce. For instance, get new quotes for auto insurance, refinance your home mortgage to a lower APR, eliminate premium cable services and decide if that gym membership is really worth it.

• Track Progress – You’re much more likely to meet goals if you establish timelines and milestones. You can even find a way to reward yourself for each milestone accomplished. Also, tell close friends or family members about goals to create some outside accountability.

an easy-to-recognize dashboard. With input from an advisory board of educational and government experts, and criteria based on recommendations from the VA and military services, the Guide to Colleges and Universities provides the foundational information a prospective student would use in framing his or her educational needs.

Hawkeye has been at the forefront of addressing military students’ needs for many years. Hawkeye’s Military and Veterans Services office includes a coordinator and resource center providing veterans with a central point of contact and making it easy for a one-stop-shop approach to determining funding and resources. Hawkeye has many resources for veterans, including a personalized approach to transitioning into the academic environment, tutoring, and campus-based disability and counseling services.

Hawkeye’s veterans services coordinator, Robin Knight, has many years of experience in working with student veterans. The office of Military and Veterans Services, located in the Brock Student Center, coordinates the college’s services to the military and veteran students and their families. For more information, call 319-296-2320, ext.1212.

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January is Radon Action Month Snow blower safety … out of seven Iowa homes have elevated radon levels Keep best practices in mind this winter Five The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) recently announced that on Jan. 7 Governor With winter snows arriving, homeowners, contractors, and business owners will again rely on snow blowers to clear driveways and walks. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is offering tips for safe and correct use of snow blowers.

Prepare before it snows • Review the owner’s manual and check equipment. Check the owner’s manual for safe handling procedures. If last winter’s fuel was not drained before storing the snow blower, drain the tank now. Adjust any cables. Check the auger (the snow blower should always be completely powered off when checking the equipment). Know how to operate the controls and be able to shut off equipment quickly.

• Prepare fuel and handle it properly. It’s important to have the right fuel on hand for the snow blower – movement and fuel availability may be limited during a snowstorm. Be sure to use the correct fuel, as recommended by the equipment’s manufacturer (for more information on fueling properly see www.LookBeforeYouPump.com). Fill up the fuel tank outside before starting the engine and while the engine is cold. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.

• Be sure to clean the area intended to clear with equipment. Snow can sometimes hide objects that, if run over by a snow blower, may harm the machine or people. Doormats, hoses, balls, toys, boards, wires, and other debris should be removed from the areas intended to clear.

• Dress appropriately. Wear safety glasses and footwear that can handle slippery surfaces.

Operate equipment safely • Key safety tip: Never put hands inside the auger or chute. Use a clean-out tool (or stick) to unclog snow or debris from the snow blower. Hands should never go inside the auger or chute.

Make sure the snow blower is in the off position before addressing any clogs.

• Turn off the snow blower to clear a clog. To remove debris or unclog snow, always turn off the snow blower. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before clearing any clogs or debris.

• Only use snow blowers in visible conditions. Never operate the snow blower without good visibility or light.

• Aim snow blowers with care. Never throw snow toward people or cars. Do not allow anyone to stand in front of the snow blower. Keep children or pets away from the snow blower when it is operating.

• Use extreme caution on slopes and hills. Use caution when changing directions on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

• Know where the cord is. Those using an electric powered snow blower should be aware of where the power cord is at all times. Avoid tripping. Do not run over the power cord.

Terry Branstad will formally proclaim January as “Radon Action Month” in Iowa. Radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, naturally occurring radioactive gas that causes no immediate health symptoms, but long-term exposures may cause lung cancer. It comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil. Simple test kits can reveal the amount of radon in any building. Buildings with high levels can usually be fixed with simple and affordable venting techniques.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, one in 15 homes across the nation has an elevated radon level and five out of seven homes in Iowa have a radon level above a safe level. IDPH joins the American Lung Association of Iowa and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in encouraging Iowans to test their homes for radon, take action to reduce elevated radon levels, and build new homes using radon-resistant construction features.

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Education-related debt comprises about 40% of the total debt (public schools 24%, Board of Regents 12% and community colleges 4%). Debt issued by schools increased 3.8% and the Board of Regents 3.1%, while community colleges decreased their debt by 6.3% in the last year. A majority of the $3.59 billion in debt incurred by schools resulted from revenue bonds for construction or renovation projects.

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RESOLUTION 15-83 BE IT RESOLVED the Board of Supervisors approve the closing of the following bridge: Bridge #FHWA82770 on O’Conner Ave. North of 205th Street in Byron Township, Section 28.

Passed this 28thday of December, 2015.

RESOLUTION 15-84 BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors approve the posting of the following bridges: Madison Twp. Sec. 31, located on 150th St., East of Slater Ave. at a weight restriction of three (3) tons, #FHWA 83450.

Madison Twp. Sec. 24, located on 130th St., West of Buchanan-Delaware Ave. at a weight restriction of three (3) tons, #FHWA 83410.

Washington Twp. Sec. 4, located on Indiana Ave., South of 150th St. at a weight restriction of three (3) tons, #FHWA 82810.

Passed this 28th day of December, 2015.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to adjourn at 9:17 a.m. All in favor, motion carried Gary Gissel, Chairman ATTEST: Cindy Gosse, Auditor

Buchanan County Board of Supervisors December 28, 2015 The Buchanan County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, December 28, 2015 with Gary Gissel, Chairman in the Chair, Ellen Gaffney and Don Shonka present. Absent, none.

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Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to approve the claims filed with the County Auditor for payment in the amount of $214,058.22. All in favor, motion carried.

Motion by Gaffney second by Shonka to set 9:30 a.m. on Monday, January 25, 2016 for accepting bids for road rock. All in favor, motion carried.

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Iowans’ confidence in farmers and how they farm endures according to the Iowa Food & Family Project’s (Iowa FFP) annual Consumer Pulse Poll. Conducted last month, the survey asked 351 Iowans about their opinions regarding a variety of food and farming topics. The majority of respondents were female, affluent, highly educated and make the majority of their household’s food purchases. The survey’s margin of error was 5.2%.

Now in its fourth year, the survey showed continued improvement in how food-minded Iowans perceive today’s farming practices, their knowledge of how food is grown and self-assessed interest in learning more about what farmers do.

In a time of heightened awareness of food and farming, shoppers remain confident that farmers are trustworthy.

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• Nearly three-quarters of respondents ranked farmers as doing a good to great job in caring for their livestock, such as cattle, hogs and poultry.

• More than half (56%) ranked farmers near the top on a fivepoint rating scale when asked about commitment to animal care, environmental stewardship and overall impression of the job farmers do.

“These results are a testament to the fact that people know and trust farmers,” said Shannon Latham, who blogs frequently about food and farming topics. “Despite the media spotlight on the ag industry this past year, consumers continue to recognize Iowa farmers’ dedication to producing safe food and protecting our natural resources.”

Ninety-six percent of respondents consider themselves knowledgeable about how the food they purchase is grown (up from 86% in 2012), while three-quarters of respondents find food labels helpful, up from 46% just two years ago.

Among food labels viewed most positively by consumers, “local” ranks highest (65%), followed by “hormone-free” (45%) and “antibiotic-free” (40%). Labels declining in consumer support are “GMO-free” (28%), “organic” (25%) and “natural” (22%).

“I’m not surprised by the fact that ‘local’ rises to the top of the list,” said Anne Hytrek, a registered dietitian. “Our customers have also expressed interest in knowing their food is grown and sourced locally. For us, that means within 200 miles of our store location.”

Support of “antibiotic-free” food labels was of particular interest to livestock organizations like the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA). According to Joyce Hoppes, IPPA promotions director, the slight downward trend in support is reassuring, but also means an area of opportunity for farmers to shed light on the practices they have on their farms.

“Antibiotics have been in the news this year, which served as an opportunity for farmers to share the safety measures in place surrounding their use,” she said. “Farmers use the medicine when necessary and do so under veterinarian supervision, following precautions to ensure there are no traces of antibiotics before an animal enters the food system.”

Lindsey Foss of the Iowa Soybean Association and Iowa FFP coordinator, said the annual survey provides important feedback from the people farmers care most about: their customers.

“The Iowa FFP relishes the opportunity to strengthen relationships between farmers and consumers by facilitating greater understanding through dialogue and personal engagement,” she said. “Farmers are excited about the fact that people want to know more about how their food is grown and we’re pleased to enable more conversation, knowledge and trust.”

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Iowans will have an easier way to register to vote and update their registration information thanks to the new electronic voter registration system unveiled Monday by Secretary of State Paul Pate. The system is housed on the Iowa Department of Transportation’s website, available for use any time of day, and is accessible on any computer or mobile device with an internet connection.

“Iowa is a national leader in voter accessibility. Offering electronic voter registration increases that stature,” Secretary Pate said. “I want all eligible citizens to participate in the electoral process. This is another step toward that goal. Iowans can now register to vote online, by mail, at driver’s license stations and other government agency offices, through voter registration drives, and at the polls on Election Day. Every Iowan that wants to register to vote has that opportunity.”

Iowa also boasts no-excuse absentee voting, and maintains one of the longest early voting (40 days) and Election Day voting (14 hours) periods.

Secretary Pate demonstrated the state’s new electronic voter registration system during a Monday morning news conference. Anyone with a driver’s license or state-issued I.D. can utilize the new electronic voter registration system, which launched Jan. 1. Iowa’s system sets it apart from other states.

“Many states claim to have online voter registration, but Iowa’s system is one of the few that is all electronic,” Secretary Pate said. “Most other states still require a paper form to be mailed to the registrant, filled out and returned. Iowa’s system is all done online, and our partnership with the Iowa DOT insures security and integrity.”

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Let me address some orce meeting stopp Workf en and Dec. 18. rt ofnt Autho childr 70 Wahle Gary than board TeresaDevel ey, Keierleber informed the board that IIW rity more Gaffn with visors Ellen sharein gifts s nomicopmenopme aspectspostof the discussion. ally allaIowa’ Indepent said, “Virtu $90 million plant Devel anto had Engineering has been performing regular Public Library, an event d to build rop Kremer approved a bridge Winth Ralph the at veMonsmic indicaplanne Are “high” city tax levies driving away impro pd mic develo tors showe e.

C & C Club. econo, expected to rop closur jobs. The state econo bridge inspections throughout Buchanan Winth 47 bridge the one create by and ored ing spons dence this month, with Iowa’s labor businesses? n at a 10-ton Research shows that a city’s ment County. They have recommended closing ct in 2009 providing $7.5 millio contra Two bridges will be postedtax signed arm ment board levy has minimal impact on a business’ employmentwas supposed to have been force and totalfornonfa vehicles, at 320th all which one bridge and lowering tonnage on three t, for projec limit t the weigh credits in tax ng all-time highs.” decision onrwhere to locate. The combinae in Home the contract twice,” comreachi other bridges. The recommendations are due 2014. “We extended Street east of King Avenution s eted in May compl of all local, corporate and state taxes of unemployedanIowan The number ny i Dixon. “We are choosing Christ to the discovery of severe structural damage Nolan Avenue north of and swom ship, spoke Town from compa dsed ber mente will have a greater bearing on business de.” The com73,900 in Novem ship. decrea to again, and bridge piling failures because of the age as our business planstehave shifted 330th Street in Cono Towncisions to extend not and5.the overall cost of conducting er. The current estima credits. on page 76,700 in Octob of the bridges. to cancel contracts for the tax Story continues is asking the board pany business. the year ago level is 3,200 higher than Iowa,” said Dixon. “The in Members of can history Story continues on page 4.

Ameri long the our to of red ng proud are0. The total number of worki “We The tax levy of Buchanan County cities In the afternoon they ventu 70,70 its long-term efforts of Church of Christ contin to peak itted comm they met with many ofuing is fully where ny t-year ueton compa ranks very favorably when compared to curren Quasq a comd in n and s reache s Legio Iowan to the region butor United and St. Quascontri the and by yer ored emplo 5,000 spons is strong was a which be to ber, communities of comparable size. I com commore youth. This visit 1,639,800 in Novem to invest in the state. We curPatrick’s Catholic contin we37,60 and higher 0 ue we serve, er and munit the tax levy of each community with ’s ear? year 2015, er in Santapared queton Community Club. higheriesthan Octobemplo you whisp Church delivered yees in Iowa. During fiscal off the gift he re-hat would 1,619 C. Smith have rently

By Steven 12 Iowa cities closest in size. Winthrop visit ago. e tothe year Griffin McGwire (above) shows than one ded $50 million all en had a chanc excee childr Christmas cheer Iowa memin il These ment Counc Biggs invest l City on in Independenntceon Dec. 12,and Monsanto’s capita have the 2nd lowest tax levy andHazleton ceived in Winthrop and Addis at Muscatine, Grinnell, elf in Lamoved Saturday, Dec. ments invest with Bailey ctwhen major with the jolly bers contra es. with a Dec. plan Claus state koff the the appro chec with across nt compared to the 13 cities in their beef of mome l 19. a s on share Withdrawa y, Huxley, Williamsbur Winthrop g, and Clarion.” city and a 19. The group ate ueton facilit to Quasq rts ive s) suppo Initiat Photo Anken iation rship Buchanan County Engineer Brian KeierleBoone are Leade population demographics. Independence (Christine Dale Chettenger for the conn Iowa,Cattlemen’s Assoc called Kayso and 2007, ay to distributed food Bralie Mond back nn, Ashly t at their al plan, ng projec originary Tom Vilsack’s deleft), have the 3rd lowest taxes in The Secret team buildi ber recently reported that the county’s Secof Ag dating (topFairbank Lamontand U.S. Santa in with two dryers creating 47 t Hill boxes to around ycreate visiting with Rober facilit ed n Tem pictur millio Pro r to $90 a sal of Mayo on propo ng. he his structi meetie grinned ear to eartheir group of 13 communities. ondary Roads Department “had a very busy whenrespective cision to withdraw wage of $20.44/hour and benefits averagBor 20 families in the Damm Mayo Colton as ng and e averag ed at the meeti with off plan. jobs presid n in and Quasqueton Aurora the 4th lowest tax summer completing nine bridges and doing beefancheck can Legio a new lap at theisAmeri Winthrop area. to medical sat on Santa’snita /hour.

Davis on hiatus due $9.42 ing that additional dollars are levy. Rowley, Brandon and Jesup have the major repairs on four others.” He attributes ce tax agree “We e) e). a City Boxes included includ s of Independen ivesbut Quasqueton (abov proces the ed t incent . te beef, Localdprojec Lyla, with Lamont ranked 10th and issues 7th ax,lowest, imto promo the progress to additional funding made Madd road y, neede and , Librar 5,265 Public $2,94 25. rop of food, paper prodon page ues At the Winth ing contin key ingrefinanc out arebate Story left(TIF) using increm Stanley 11th.

(See the full results by going was RISE available because of the fuel tax increase. gifts.

Vilsackent their ucts, and gifts for Imme Iowa ICAdiate Opportunity Tayla Stiefel (at left) display says a State cer,” produof cattle prove to www.growbuchanan.com) … the via . BuchThe nine bridges completed in 2015 are as dient ments Club , which uction unity constr Comm road new ueton children.

Pictured is truck load of volunteers helping with deliveries (top) and Pastor Dean for .

Quasq Ja 75% The up tor Matt Deppe nu paysOffice whichtive ar Grant ted y In terms of the overall cost of doing businting estima 7, , Chief, Execu follows: amou ueton ent 20 Quasq 16 Schlitter and Myla Hansen sort boxes (above). s abatem ar/50% procestax sponsors the event in d a 10-ye of the offeresions wwwof.theb Count anan earlyy discus ness Iowa, CNBC’s 2015 rankings thisinyear, “In his • Overland Avenue north of Linn County line en participated childr 80 ly (Kris Wilgenbusch Photo) uc ximate there ha ted appro nancount use, Vilsack indica to inated the Top States for Business lists Iowa as might000. he$600, , “The been coord • Coots Boulevard west of Nolen Avenue ynews.co ce City en hisManager Al Roder continuing a tradition that has lag betwe to Indep year enden ding m a threeAccorbe the 8th best state for the overall cost of docould • Quonset Avenue north of 325th Street s for more than 50 years.

75 orship of the RISE grant group spons s and ed off C variou includ by check en new a ement of ts involv tion City’s more ing business. implementa Club, the conC&C reach • Ringold Avenue south of 325th Street rop not Winth did the to grant RISE According Thevote.” ing.cers financ produ TIFcattle . and There is little business growth in Buchletting rop event • 270th Street west of Gabriel ng in the city repaying children attended the Winth k n, resulti 130 Vilsac creatio than that job is n of concer level al other tractu e Dale ICA’s anan County?

Quite the opposite is hap• 200th Street east of Deacon Avenue (Lamont Leader) & Christin s Sander Ann : the Photos from . e producers remov $73,3 would57.09 pening. Based on available data, there on pageby25. ues • Deacon Avenue south of 110th Street Story contin & Photos ff dollars Story

By Christine Dale per acre. This is still more than Iowa land values peaked in process of deciding how checko are more people employed in Buchanan • Dillon Avenue south of 135th Street Donna Jensen Assistant Editor dollars those double the value from 10 years 2013, with the average price of Iowa, In should be spent.

County than ever before. Over 1,400 are Correspondent unity Comm • C-57 on the west side on Hazleton ry Farmland values continue ago, $3,289, and greater than land hitting $8,716. This year go straight to the Iowa Beef Indust directly employed in manufacturing with Last Sunday was a cold Keierleber noted that bridge construction is to drop, according to the lat- in 2011, which was $7,421 per the average price statewide is organization cted er-dire produc a il, Counc nearly 10,000 more employed in health ry day to spend w bluste two ing and the regard still underway at 165th Street east of Dillon spend est Iowa Land Value Survey held to were w how acre. Buchanan County farm- $7,633.

Public hearings that makes decisions on super of supercare, Je-transportation, education, time outdoors, but some of rural Je mitagriculture, Avenue and Victor Avenue south of 115th conducted by Iowa State Uni- land value peaked in 2013 at an In other business, the board Janie Schm The region with the highest ts. collected in Iowa. reques NEWS zoning THE , m checkoff dollars e from s busch professional services, retail and utilities.

IndependencBy Kris Wilgen m monthly report m from ved members ofand acres appro 2.24 versity.

The good news for Street.

These projects are progressing with visors rezone

By Steven C. Smith to average of $10,113 per acre. average land values reported g, resited meetin sses r Monday m ency sup reques endence busine companies, Hog Slats and Mefill toential m t, Emerg sand 16, some Managemen Sheehan-Tidball Ameri-During their regula Resid R ul ofnew R on Dec. Buchanan County is that the “R-3” a ltruckf to Two Roadside M new contractors.

Early hom The average decrease was $310 was northwest Iowa, with ultura s toIndep Agricwith A Supervisors R e price A t, along “A-1” the m projec s) for Iowa ComCom C

By Steven C. 0 pound ridian Distribution, gas leak. can Legion Post 30 withIT and 911, t (40,00 m have opened businessBuchanan County Board of due rs®areports farm.

GIS/E ated thevered maneu t, G m mcemen evacu from Kress gemen ll rate of decrease from last year, ng were Sm Mana M Russe w dwelli “Next year we are also planning an aggres$9,685 per acre.

Scott County, per acre for Iowa farmland, acdents the ander ia Realto Gary ith of off and Patric Comm , a iation split to place. tment Iowa Assoc the Independence Police Depar the weather to install pole was in esd in Independence mthe s. tment 0 and are creating new when was amaintains Ellen Gaffney, Don Shonk Black B Depar $12,00 es D the space 1846 stood to home prices were up and atThe full sla in town!”m -11.24%, has slowed to -5.9% cording Iowa State University’s in southeast It the base. dingber munity Servic t onecounty is locate Accor Iowa, sive program,” he said. This includes a joint rty into theon“talles propeand 1st Street the new Theit lifted tall flag Novem ent to get east on inaina footheard that update an pole, Coord C closed out 20 te for the Independe t equipm importantly, existing businesses 4 ton), 78½ msmall ce was drivinga 1,500 a gemen Gissel asedispound (3/meMana M and ulmof ency After A showc both large willMost a truckfEmerg s of Independen ItJesup. for average farmland, resulting (ISU) Center for Agricultural and the highest average nce City ago.

Ave,jobs.

A It took chain. d.Alert 15 at $10,918 nan store Ann Iowa project with the of un Independence groun City Co in Bucha B the nience w into the enced The conve Hawk H . feet were down from a yearLeSab area experi an system fin sales Willem seven minor m ntly by d al meeti bers Robert ed that cil as they to donate re appare The giant pole was placed made report emergency alert pole was Flag, expansion investments Buick ved.sizable MIA ng of theBoulevard Wulfekuhle appro POW/ in an average value of $8,447 Rural Development (CARD).

Rick W here 2001 othave was tw Hi rose 4.1% per acre, despite an average a 5x9-fo East andreques white-top install con-n, the year. Counand sale price Flag ency alerts to tor R cussio averag Thewhen United States -footheavy e, nnyBland Dallenbach ll/At-Larg thetoaccelerator was sticking to recent edred cil memto Geater Machining, to System will provide emerg dued 20x30 tedhiring. donate uncle, ms report hernew C Vaug ry ofreques L.C., t,leading failure. Willia,368 compa /Ward 4, wecreteDeoverlays m memo in opmen $700 per acre decrease. ond chanic ing the flooding occurred Devel D KRaym /Ward onhnC-57 east of Hazleton.

Ave. & replac Ann G 5th nts, Sue and reside Rev. nce. y East from aalyear ago ($159 by 2, St. re d Count assista 1st at an the for nan all donate d Dustin was Pries Enterprises, Bucha sworn in aft Nove w calls two Agricu A htl-Wapsie Valley Creamery h the intersection A . A spotlig “A-1” He fieldedwhich H m mb throug from WWII rains. in sped er be acres Estimated south central Iowa she POW will and ele 75.75 er , Navy year).

In addition, work in cooperation Faywhich Street cti , last be U.S. rezone a 1st ing re-electe with Fay ons. tion was $153,142 mitiga m t who Average area 2014 2015 % es ahead of her on In Kent Pavlis Tysonshhave invested millions of dolcurrent CodeRED system vehiclwhen Johnhazard a sand hitting avoidsed in to establi w buat Wulfe W kuhle alsoLt.stated rial and by 10.7% land values are the the ne lowest In order and night.

NE. sinan to “I” day Indust decrea on the bridge east of dStanley, is tural ess poette flags, salesto Home g forht the waitin rtionCounty, to highlig Amperage he isedw to Independence City Hall. land values by county value value change and install deactivated Jan. 30, 2016. lars in equipment, e next uesbe of the meeti Street Avenu 10. andtechnology and facility 4thLast Jan. , 2,601 work continwill of onto held month leftlast be 115th ction to grant w average of $4,397 per Fu acre.

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By Kris Wilge County residents, will en reverse dim month, av tio s in late D nbus The N T Decem National W peratures w mber. the n, triggering a dramatic Don Shonka ch, THE NEWS Weather Se were setting erage high tem warming of upper rvice predic records in the m- ed “m major to his 60s. T The w Chair Pro Te was appointed as Ch t- tropical ocean in the central and week of D tor low w ic riv air, and Ell m, during the er De M Pa eas issouri, and flooding” in c. 10 broug cific. Clouds tern inches of rai en Gaffney reg the ht ula an fou d the M r sto me n in som iss r anticipa warm water eting of 2016 Buchanan County Su me areas, River w m many parts , pumping he rms follow ted to reach issippi R pervisors’ firs was ture on Monday.

2016 board and for of B Buchanan C at rec t hig an Th co ord M d h mm e group also mo ex int lev ico itte o the overlyin isels. N County it led the first flood e appointme received up New These wi approved ll ser g ve to A ing of 2015 nts to atm on tw . Supe wo feet ch osp At lea the following .T 23, tornado Then on D Greater Foun w. affect anges alter jet stream pa here. county board rvisor Don Shonka Dec. ing st 69 tornadoes touched of snow es touched storm tracks da ths s: tio on an Co do n, dow d e w watha and L wn w Sa un wn we w nitary Land cil on Aging durek in late D all over the near H vices, Heart Hia- contr Luxem Decem fill Co , mburg. lan mber – a sha ast to the Story continu world.”

A At the end for People wi d Acres Agribition Cente mmission, E911 Serrp es on page of the m month. A bli typical 24 for the en m th r, month, coun Pictured: Wi 5. dents w tire Pantry, North Mental Disabilities, Ind Housing Foundation watched the zzard in T ty resinter landsca Te w we tho xa ep Iow s Bu ath pe usa en ha a Juvenile ch dence Area er in southern inundated w tion & Deve Detention, were fec nds of cow with freezing as they w ws and ser s killed on anan County along Food lop ted the Buffalo Cree iously afrain, sleet, hig Dec. 14 (le w winds and and Upper Wa ment, Resource Enha Resource Conservak ft sid sev h ficial na state’s dairy industry. ncement an psipinicon Ri 24-hour perio eral inches of snow in The of- later, flood water e). Just two weeks T me of this sto m d Protection Supervisor ve r Wa s d. a Storm ter rm ha m she d system Ga receded d Authority mG m? Winter area is covered Goliath.

Iow wa isn’t the anan County ry Gissel will serve . with several and the only part of on Empowerm Why the wa snow (right) inches of the country Trails Assoc ent, Sanitary the following: Buchcky weather? . (Christine iat Niño.

Landfill Co Blame it on Dale Photo Habitat for ion, First Judicial Distr s) mmission, El ict Hu Governmen manity, Iowa Northlan Dept. of Corrections, ts d Regional ning Comm and Regional Transit, County of Lo itte ways, Transpo e, MHI Advisory, Op cal Emergency Planeration Thres rta tio n Po licy and Maq ho Authority. uoketa Rive ld, Pathr Watershed Submitted by Supervisor Ell Buchanan Co chanan Coun en Gaffney will serve . Economic Who would Devel ty Econom n’t ic Develop on the following: BuLandfill Co to be used as like to have $5,000 to opment Commission ment, Home mmission, Bu ex seed money les ch Prevention ter for Busin to launch a pand their business or rants; Manufacturing/B Council, Iow anan County Tourism s Council, bu ess ioscie The path to , Ch a No ernments So Big Grow He Growth and Innovati siness? The UNI Cen$5,000 includ nce/IT and Pre-Reven lid Waste Ad rthland Regional Coun ild Abuse on re ue. es online pre De cil of Govvis chanan Coun (DBGH) to help budd is sponsoring Dream contest finalists select ve ory lop sen Committee, ment, Menta tations and ed by a pane ing entrepre ty coaching Iow voting, Central l neurs in Bu The proces and Eastern Iowa.

Region, and Health/Disability Servi a Workforce - Iowa’s and then making a liv l judges, professional s starts by reg Regional Ec ces of the pitch e pitch in fro annual Entre The DBGH In ist oth eri East on ng er om business, the nt of hundred a business Fest event. ic Developme co Buchanan Co idea by Jan Register by supervisors s at Month Pro nt. petition to en ntests were developed unty Econ . 31.

Jan. 31 approved a clama as an attractiv ga Radon Actio ring radioacti tion for January. Ra e cash com- Lake explained, “Drea omic Development Di . be connected ge entrepreneurs onlin n do e, ve gas releas m rector Georg n is a natur wi all nities and thr th resource providers where they could then operation and it is gro Big Grow Here is in e build up to ed in rock, its soil and wa y occurda wing bigge oughout Iow in their home portunity for ter that can r each year. third year of Health & Zo ngerous levels in an foster colla commustart-ups an y boration be a. It has become a po nin Th ho d g Administra is is an op- Bu for their bu me. Environ werfu tween marvelous wa siness by do existing businesses to chanan Coun tor Matthew mental secure $5,00 y to celebrat existing service provid l tool to operations ing a seriou Even report ty, radon is 0 49% s rev and e ed that in pre Businesses ers and a can register small business in the sta to sell the via putting together a verba iew of their business He of homes. During the mo sent at elevation levels categories wi under one te. in alt l bil nth an about h ity De d of vid of pa January the the eo presentat rtment will of six differ th $5,000 aw En ion kits are $1 offer radon ent business entrepreneur to check ir dreams to others. I arded to a 0. For encourage ev test kits for vironment it out.”

Go to www. $9; normall Retail/Who winner in each category ery Board and co more information, cal dreambiggro y lesale; Ag : l ister. More Innov fessional Se the Board of mmission appointments 319-334-2873. info? Conta where.com to get the rvices; Hospi ation; Pro- growb were Ad fac ct George La uchanan.com tality/Restau ke by email ts and reg- pensation Co justments, Civil Service also approved for or call 319-3 mm at Co director@ missi ission, Certifi mm 34-6174. on and Pio ed Local Go ission, Comvernmen appointments neer Cemetery Comm ission. Board t Comwill be appro of Health ved later.

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