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In THE NEWS this week... Pumpkin Palooza brings Halloween fun for local youngsters
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8 Ways to reduce your breast cancer risk
It is October AND breast cancer awareness time of the year! Breast cancer is not a preventable cancer, but it can be a treatable cancer if caught early. Below are a few ways to reduce your risk of developing breast cancer: 1. Mammograms- Having a mammogram will ensure that the cancer is caught early and taken care of. You should begin having annual mammograms at age 40. If you have a family history, you may want to visit your healthcare provider about when to start having annual mammograms. 2. Diet- Maintaining a healthy diet aids in keeping you at a healthy weight, which reduces your risk of breast cancer. In fact, if you eat a low-fat diet, you may decrease the risk of getting breast cancer. 3. Exercise- Exercising 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity will help keep you at a healthy weight. Being at a healthy weight lowers your chances of getting breast cancer. 4. Limit Hormone Therapy- Combined hormone therapy in postmenopausal women increases the risk of breast cancer. This applies to drugs with both estrogen and progesterone. This does not apply to drugs with only estrogen. The good news is that just five years after stopping the combined hormone therapy, the risk of breast cancer returns to normal.
5. Watch Your Weight- Your risk of breast cancer increases if you are overweight. After women go through menopause, estrogen comes from fat tissue instead of the ovaries. Therefore, the more body fat means more estrogen and more estrogen means an increase in the risk for breast cancer. 6. Do NOT Smoke- Studies have shown there is a link between smoking and breast cancer. So if you smoke, QUIT! If you do not smoke, DO NOT START! 7. Breast Feed- Research has shown that women who breastfeed have a decreased risk of breast cancer. The research applied to women who breastfed their babies for 1- 1 ½ years. 8. Avoid Radiation Exposure- Radiation exposure increases your risk of breast cancer. The dose from a mammogram is very small. You want to decrease your radiation exposure from unnecessary exams. Discuss with your healthcare provider before you have an exam done to be sure the benefits outweigh the harmful effects of the radiation. Although October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is important to be proactive about your health and think about getting a mammogram all year long. Contact your local Radiology Department to schedule an appointment!
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Emergency services are among the most critical offerings for any community hospital. Chest pains, fractures, lacerations, car accidents, head trauma, dizziness, vomiting, unresponsiveness or trouble breathing - real emergencies like these come into the BCHC Emergency Department every day. To best respond to these emergencies, BCHC formed a new partnership with East Central Iowa Acute Care (E.C.I.A.C.), which fully staffs the emergency services at St. Luke’s in Cedar Rapids, and provides partial VWDIĂ€ QJ IRU *UXQG\ &RXQW\ 0HPRULDO +RVSLWDO LQ *UXQG\ &HQWHU DQG -RQHV 5HJLRQDO 0HGLFDO &HQWHU LQ $QDPRVD This new group brings a huge amount of emergency care expertise, and we hope to see a larger number Kelly Bose, RN, Bonnie Corkery, RN, and Kelly Clement, RN, are among the experienced care providers at BCHC. Emergency Department nurses are all extenof local people stay in town and VLYHO\ WUDLQHG DQG KDYH WDNHQ VHYHUDO DGYDQFHG FHUWLĂ€ FDWLRQV VXFK DV $GYDQFHG allow BCHC to be their “Hospital of &DUGLDF /LIH 6XSSRUW $&/6 3HGLDWULF $GYDQFHG /LIH 6XSSRUW 3$/6 DQG 7UDXPD 1XUVH &RUH &XUULFXOXP 71&& 7KHVH DGYDQFHG FHUWLĂ€ FDWHV DUH UHQHZHG Choiceâ€? as a result. every 2 and 4 years.
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Farmers need to protect themselves and their pigs this flu season Pork Checkoff recommends getting vaccinated for the flu
In anticipation of this flu season, the Pork Checkoff is reminding producers, farm personnel, veterinarians and others who have contact with pigs to get the seasonal flu vaccination as soon as possible to help protect human and pig health. The flu season can start as early as October and can last through May. “It’s always wise for producers and swine farm workers to reduce the risk of getting sick and bringing influenza to the farm or workplace by getting vaccinated,� said Dr. Lisa Becton, director of swine health information and research science and technology for the Pork Checkoff. “Vaccination for influenza is another way that demonstrates the industry’s We Care approach to protecting employees, animals and public health.� Becton recommends other practices to reduce the spread of infection among workers and of the pigs with human influenza viruses. Among them is modifying sick-leave policies to encourage workers to stay away from the farm if they are suffering from acute respiratory infections. “Virus shedding is at its peak when the clinical illness is most severe, but people may remain contagious as long as the symptoms last, from three to seven days,� she said. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, everyone over six months of age should be immunized for influenza each year. At the farm level, attention to good building ventilation and good hygiene can help reduce transmission of flu viruses. Specifically, Becton says producers should make sure curtains and fans are in working order, look at bird-proofing buildings, perform routine cleaning and disinfection of barns and incoming supplies and strictly enforce other biosecurity practices, such as the use of farm-specific clothing and footwear. Focusing on biosecurity practices not only can help prevent the entry of influenza, but also other diseases such as Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus. “Monitoring herd health daily and contacting the herd veterinarian immediately is very important if influenza is suspected,� Becton said. “Rapid detection of influenza can help in timely implementation of appropriate strategies to better manage sick pigs.� Find more influenza related information at http://www.pork. org/flu or at www.cdc.gov/flu.
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Heads-up during harvest!
Heartland Acres holds planning meeting
Alliant Energy reminds customers to pay extra attention to utility equipment while using farm machinery. Every fall, tractors, combines, augers, tillage equipment, tiling machines and other related equipment are at high risk to hit power poles, overhead or underground electric lines and natural gas pipelines or equipment. “We know everyone is in a hurry to get the crops harvested or the fields tilled. We want to remind people to stay safe by taking an extra second to look for utility lines,” said Kent Sodawasser, lead safety specialist. “To be safe, machinery needs to stay at least 10 feet away from power lines.” Alliant Energy encourages customers to call 1-800-ALLIANT (800-255-4268), or their local utility if they come into contact with any piece of electrical or natural gas equipment. If the scene is dangerous or natural gas is blowing, customers should also call 911. This safety checklist is for agricultural customers working around electricity or natural gas: • Know the location of all overhead and underground utility equipment, such as electrical meters, transformers, the service panel at each building, along with natural gas meters, farm taps and pipeline markers. • Should a vehicle or piece of machinery become in contact a power line, stay in the vehicle until emergency personnel says it is safe to get out. If there is an immediate danger of a fire, jump out and land with both feet together. Never touch the equipment and the ground at the same time. Shuffle away from the equipment without raising your feet. • Call 811 at least three business days before any digging, deep chisel plowing or tiling. Utility companies will locate buried lines in the work area for free. Respect the marks and then dig carefully. For more safety tips, visit alliantenergy.com/agsafety.
Representatives from Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, Independence FFA, Buchanan County Historical Society and Heartland Acres recently met at the Heartland Acres museum to discuss ways to build programs and activities with local youth. The opportunity for this discussion developed from a recent visit by representatives from Omega Institute in Austin TX. The meeting brought out several ideas of how the Heartland Acres campus could best serve educators and students in the learning process by using existing museum displays and exhibits as a way to gain knowledge in a hands-on environment. The museum has several educational exhibits that visitors use to learn about agricultural innovation. To build on current themes and utilize a broader base of knowledge and learning disciplines, the group hopes to include educators and students in developing additional learning tools which can be incorporated into existing and future displays at the museum. “Working to learn and learning to work is a very important step in the education process and is exactly what we hope to accomplish with our partners for the benefit of our visitors,” said Heartland Acres Executive Director Craig Johnson. The meeting also inspired the group to identify three basic goals of using Heartland Acres as a learning laboratory for students and visitors: 1) Build domestic and international business knowledge with an agricultural emphasis. 2) Develop entrepreneurial challenges, and 3) Facilitate educational growth. These goals are in the beginning stages of a working and on-
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going process to help students and visitors to Heartland Acres get the most from their learning experience. Heartland Acres Agribition Center is located at 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Independence. Pictured, standing left to right: Buchanan County Extension and Outreach Executive Director Roxanne Fuller, Heartland Acres Executive Director Craig Johnson, Buchanan County Historical Society President Leanne Harrison. Seated, from left: Buchanan County Extension 4-H Youth Coordinator Alexia Hamlett, Independence FFA Advisor Rachael Emig. (Courtesy Photo)
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CLAYTON OHRT for
Buchanan County Supervisor
Nov. 4th
Proven Leader & Community Volunteer
• Born and raised on Buchanan County Farm • Graduate of East Buchanan School & Hawkeye Community College • Married 46 years to Doris, 2 daughters, 6 grandkids & 2 great-grandkids • US Navy, Vietnam War Veteran • Retired Energy Management Technician (State of Iowa) • Awarded State of Iowa Governors Gold Star Award • Past Small Businessman • Past City Councilperson for Quasqueton • Past School Board member for East Buchanan Schools • Held several officer positions for American Legion • Present Liberty Township Trustee • Organized/Chaired Honor Flight Fundraiser (Buchanan Cty) • Member 1st United Methodist Church, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, NRA, Farm Bureau, Pheasants Forever, Republican Party • Iowa Soil Conservation Award, Owner/Operator Division • Presently own/operate 120 acre farm in Liberty Township
• Justifiable Decisions for Government Efficiency • Pro-Active not Re-Active When elected will donate $1,000 of Supervisor salary to Area Food Bank and Salvation Army every year for length of my term. Paid for by Ohrt for Buchanan County Supervisor
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Card party fundraiser benefits BCHC Auxiliary Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) Auxiliary held a card party fundraiser Friday at Oak View Retirement center in Independence. This fun event helped raise funds for auxiliary projects. Refreshments and prizes were available to the 32 people who played 500 and the 12 who played bridge. Event organizers said to watch for another card party fundraiser in February. (Donna Jensen Photo)
Investments in job creation & small business
I want to thank everyone who helped with the Wartburg Homecoming Parade. We had a fun time and the students did a great job on their floats. The fall harvest is underway in northeast Iowa. This means long hours for many of our rural families. Take care on the roads, so we can have a safe and successful season. Our communities are now hosting Halloween events for kids and families. It's a great example of the quality of life we enjoy in Iowa. We can help build an even better quality of life by investing in the long-term prosperity of Iowa and its citizens. Fiscal responsibility and sound budgeting are allowing us to do that, with particular emphasis on job creation and economic development at our small and Main Street businesses. Local small businesses are the backbone of thriving communities, so focusing on them is a smart thing to do. According to an analysis of census data, small businesses were the first to recover from the recession, and some experts say small businesses are uniquely prepared to deal with economic crises. This year, we approved several initiatives to continue growing Iowa jobs and small businesses by: • Providing incentives for businesses to locate and expand in Iowa when they commit to making a strong contribution to the local economy and creating good jobs for residents. • Giving purchasing preference to Iowa products and businesses. • Promoting Iowa communities and attractions that bring visi-
tors to our state, generating more than $7.6 billion annually and employing 64,400 people statewide. • Improving air, rail and transit facilities, which boost Iowa’s economic growth through the reliable movement of goods, services and people. • Expanding help to fix up abandoned buildings and blighted areas, and making tax credits refundable for nonprofit, taxexempt organizations. • Tripling solar energy tax credits to meet growing demand for solar power and maximize the benefit for Iowans from federal solar tax credits. • Encouraging the production of new fuels that take advantage of Iowa’s agricultural strengths. • Increasing funding for Iowa’s Small Business Development Centers, which conduct research, provide counseling and train Iowans in managing, financing and operating a small business. • Funding innovative programs at our state universities that work with communities and businesses on technology commercialization, marketing and entrepreneurship. We will continue to do more to ensure businesses want to make their home in Iowa and create good local jobs.
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Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa announces building plans Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa (CFNEIA) recently announced plans to build a new office in the Cedar Valley. The plans reflect the foundation’s growing role as it expands efforts to meet the needs of the entire region. “The growth we are experiencing is very exciting, but it is also a reflection of the increasing needs of our communities,” said Kaye Englin, CFNEIA president and CEO. “We see a real need to grow our capacity to better address community issues and to assist people who believe in the future of their community and want to make an impact through giving.” CFNEIA manages more than $85 million in assets and serves a regional footprint covering 19 counties in northeast Iowa to bring about community betterment across its region. Buchanan County Community Foundation is an affiliate of CFNEIA. The new building, to be located in Cedar Falls, will address CFNEIA needs, including adequate office space for a growing staff, ease of access for stakeholders and regional affiliates, increased visibility and a large community meeting space.
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EAST BUCHANAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Board Meeting Minutes October 14, 2014 Prior to the beginning of the regular meeting, the board recited the East Buchanan Mission Statement: “To challenge students to think critically, communicate effectively, develop values and contribute to society.” BOARD MEMBERS: Aaron Cook, Greg Schmitt, Brian Crawford, Matt Walthart, George Aberle SUPERINTENDENT: Dan Fox SECONDARY PRINCIPAL: Travis Schueller SECRETARY: Beth Weepie VISITORS: Several visitors from the community were present at the meeting. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Motion was made by Schmitt second by Walthart to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: Motion was made by Aberle, second by Schmitt to approve the Consent Agenda which includes: Approved minutes for the September 9, 2014 regular board meeting; Approved minutes for the September 9, 2014 reorganizational meeting; Approved the hire of Alecia Schoonover as Assistant Girls Basketball Coach; Approved the September 2014 financial reports; Approved the expenditures listed and attached to the minutes herein. Motion was carried 5-0. LEGO LEAGUE PRESENTATION: Clair Franzen presented information to the board about the Lego League program. Currently there are several teams: Robo Bucs which is 8th-12th grade; Red-Blue Rage which is for 6-7th grade; Buc Bots which is 4-5th grade. MUSIC TRIP REQUEST: Motion was made by Crawford, second by Aberle to approve the trip to Nashville, TN in 2016 for the band and vocal students. Motion carried 5-0. LOWELL & AGNES WALTER TRUST - CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY: Motion was made by Walthart, second by Aberle to approve the Conflict of Interest Policy for the Lowell & Agnes Walter Trust. Motion carried 5-0. BOARD POLICY – FIRST READING: Motion was made by Walthart, second by Crawford to approve the first reading of the following board policies: 501.3 Compulsory Attendance 502.10 Use of Motor Vehicles 601.1 School Calendar 601.2 School Day Motion carried 5-0. INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM – NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Motion was made by Crawford, second by Walthart to hold a public hearing regarding the resolution to consider the extension of participation in the Instructional
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Support Program for the East Buchanan Community School District. The hearing will be held on November 10, 2014 at 6:40 p.m. Motion carried 5-0. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: Iowa Core: Mr. Schueller talked about how they are focusing on the “I can” and “I understand” statements for grades 6-12 which is part of the Iowa Core. Secondary Report: Mr. Schueller talked about the status of mid-term grades and how they are utilizing Buc Time. They have also incorporated peer tutors during this time. Elementary/District Report: Mr. Fox talked about the refocusing in the classroom with the “I can” and “I understand” statements. The new assessments called FAST are all completed and will be reviewed on the professional development day. BOARD REPORT: Matt Walthart had a question about the ticket takers that are needed and exploring other options to help find more people to help out. Aaron Cook said that there might be a possible donation for a small green house in the future for the FFA Program. CLOSED SESSION: Motion was made by Aberle, second by Crawford to go into closed session pursuant to Iowa Code Section 21.5(1) at 8:40 p.m. Motion was made by Walthart, second by Aberle to come out of closed session at 9:32 p.m. Motion was made by Walthart, second by Schmitt to adjourn the meeting at 9:34 p.m. Next regular board meeting is Monday, November 10, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Beth Weepie Board Secretary GENERAL FUND Alliant Energy-UTILITIES.............................$7,826.34 American Legacy Publishing, Inc.ELEM SUPPLIES .............$ 4 1 . 5 0 American Time-CLOCKS ........................................$ 1 7 3 . 0 6 Apple, Inc-IPADS .........$1,436.84 Appliance Plus of Oelwein- C E L L PHONE-ADMIN ..............$ 2 7 9 . 8 9 Art Craft Studio, Inc.-ART SUPPLY ...................................$ 8 5 . 1 2 Auto-Jet Muffler Corp-BUS REPAIRS .............................$ 1 7 2 . 4 6 Barnes & Noble-LMC BOOKS ...........................$ 4 9 5 . 5 8 Black Hawk Wast Disp, Inc.- G A R BAGE..............................$ 5 7 9 . 0 0 Chase Card Services-SUPT MTG....................................$ 7 . 4 4 City Laundering Co-PURCH SERV ................................$ 3 5 . 9 0 City Of Winthrop-WATER AND SEWAGE ........................$ 3 2 8 . 3 5 Claudia Gillette-REIMB SPED SUPPLIES ..........................$ 6 . 7 8 ComElec Services, Inc.-BUS RADIO IN NEW BUS ...........$ 2 4 5 . 5 0 Copy Systems Inc-HS COPIER TONER ........................... $ 4 11 . 0 0 DHS Cashier 1st Fl.-MEDICAID STATE PORTION ........$3,935.62 Don & Walt L.L.C.-AIR SWITCHLMC AC ..........................$ 3 6 7 . 6 4 Don’s Truck Sales, Inc-BUS PARTS ..............................$ 1 4 . 1 0
Doors Inc-MAINT SUPPLY ........................................$ 2 6 7 . 7 1 East Buchanan Coop TelephoneSERVICE .....................$1,290.27 Electronix Express- IND TECH SUPPLIES ........................$ 4 4 . 0 0 Emerson Specialty HardwareKEYS ................................ $ 11 . 2 5 Eschen Tarpy Napa-MOWER FILTER ....................................$ 2 . 7 0 Flinn Scientific-SCIENCE SUPPLY .................................$ 1 5 4 . 9 7 Harris School Solutions-ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE .........$4,213.45 IA High Sch Music Association-VOCAL ALL STATE REG ........................................$ 4 6 2 . 0 0 Iowa Academy of Science-SCIENCE CONF REG............$ 9 0 . 0 0 Iowa Communications NetworkICN SERVICE..............$1,554.46 Iowa Direct-FB SCOREBOARD REPAIR ..........................$ 6 1 5 . 0 0 J & D Body Shop-TRANS PURCH SERV ..............................$ 4 0 0 . 0 0 J.W. Pepper & Son, Inc.- B A N D SUPPLIES ...................... $ 11 9 . 9 9 Jefferson High School ............ ENTRY FEE ...................$ 1 2 5 . 0 0 Jill Wilgenbusch-REIMB SPED SUPPLY..............................$ 6 . 7 8 John Deere Financial-MAINT SUPPLIES ...............................$ 1 8 . 8 6 KONE Inc.-MAINT PURCH SERVICE ...............................$ 1 5 5 . 7 6 Karr LLC-HS/MAINT SUPPLIES .............................$ 1 0 6 . 6 8 Linn Co-Operative Oil Co-DIESEL ............................ $11,795.21 MSC Industrial Supply Co.- I N D TECH SUPPLIES .............$ 2 1 . 9 9 Makemusic-SMART MUSIC-ED SUBSC. ..........................$ 1 4 0 . 0 0 Marick, Inc.-WALK-IN FREEZER REPAIRS ........................$ 4 4 5 . 8 0 Mc Elroys Food Market-FCS-FOOD SUPPLIES ......................$ 2 8 7 . 6 0 McGraw Hill-READING BOOKS ...........................$ 2 2 3 . 1 4 Monticello Sports-FB THIGH PADS-SAFTEY ............$1,480.00 NASCO-PE SUPPLIES ..$ 1 6 3 . 9 0 Northeast Iowa Community CollegeBUS STOP TRAINING ...$ 2 5 0 . 0 0 Northeast Iowa Telephone ServiceSOUND SYSTEM INSTALLATION ............................$7,199.00 Omnitron Electronics, Inc.- P LT W IND TECH SUPPLY ..........$ 9 5 . 8 4 Orca Book Publishers-LMC BOOKS-GRANT ..........$1,127.19 Pasco Scientific-SCIENCE SUPPLY .................................$ 3 7 7 . 0 0 Purchase Power-METER POSTAGE .............................$3,000.00 Quill Corporation-OFFICE SUPPLY .................................$ 2 0 3 . 3 0 Rite Price Office Supply-SUPPLIES .............................$ 1 3 0 . 0 9 Sadler Power Train-BUS PARTS ............................$ 4 1 3 . 6 0 School Bus Sales Co-BUS REPAIR ...............................$ 1 9 4 . 2 8 School Health Corporation-ATHLETIC UNDERWRAP-SAFETY ..................................$ 1 0 8 . 0 9 School Outfitters-BAND SUPPLIES .............................$ 5 8 5 . 1 9 School Specialty Inc-ELEM SUPPLIES .............................$ 2 4 9 . 8 7 Shoreline Sport Medical Supply, Inc.-ATHLETIC TAPE-SAFETY ........................................$ 7 6 5 . 4 8 Skutt Ceramic Products, Inc.-KILN PARTS ..............................$ 3 8 . 3 4 Standard Auto Parts-BUS SUP-
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Through a careful assessment of funding options, the CFNEIA board of directors approved the use of internal financing to cover the cost of the project, which is estimated to cost between $1.5 and $2 million. No dollars from donor-established funds will be used for the building project and the project will not affect the amount granted to nonprofits. The payment plan includes use of unrestricted surplus dollars, an internal loan with a scheduled repayment plan back to CFNEIA, and a quiet fundraising campaign. An ongoing due diligence review process will allow the foundation to reconsider the project if necessary. In 2013, CFNEIA granted nearly $6 million to area nonprofits and community initiatives. Over its 58-year history, CFNEIA has granted more than $55 million to create positive change across northeast Iowa in the areas of community betterment, education, health, human service, environment, art and culture and historic preservation. These community investments are made possible through the generosity of nearly 800 fund holders and other community donors. For information, contact 319-287-9106 or visit www.cfneia.org. PLIES ...............................$ 2 9 . 7 8 Superior Welding Supply-IND TECH-TANK RENTAL ......$ 3 7 . 2 0 Swisher & Cohrt-LEGAL SERVICES ...................................$ 8 0 8 . 5 0 The News-BOARD PURCH SERV ..............................$ 1 6 7 . 2 5 Timberline Billing Service LLCMEDICAID PURCH SERV$ 8 2 . 5 3 Travis Schueller-REIMB MILEAGE/ MEAL ................................$ 7 1 . 11 US Cellular-CELL PHONE ........................................$ 2 7 8 . 7 4 University of Northern Iowa-VOCAL ARTS FESTIVAL REG....$ 2 6 5 . 0 0 Walmart Community-BRCS U P PLIES .............................$ 1 5 5 . 9 5 West Delaware CSD-TRANS AGREEMENT ..............$1,962.43 West Music Company-SUPPLIES .............................$ 1 6 6 . 2 5 TOTAL GENERAL FUND.........................$59,400.65 Nutrition Fund Earthgrains-Food ............$ 8 4 3 . 5 8 Keck, Inc.-Commodities .....................................$3,043.54 Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.-Milk/ Juice ........................... $4,051.75 Presto-X-Monthly Service ..........................................$ 5 0 . 3 0 Reinhart Foodservice-F o o d / S u p plies .............................$2,925.92 US Foods-Food/Supplies ...........................$10,912.37 TOTAL .......................$21,827.46 PPEL FUND Wessels Tuckpointing-5th GR WALL REPAIR .............$1,000.00 CAPITAL PROJECTS Usher Architecture, LLC-ARCHITECT SERVICES ...........$ 8 0 0 . 0 0 Activity Fund General Fund-MS VB OfficialWhite ................................$ 7 0 . 0 0 CSB-Cash-Gate Change VB ...................................$ 2 4 0 . 0 0 Matt DePauw-VB Official ..$ 9 5 . 0 0 General Fund-MS VB OfficialWhite ................................$ 7 0 . 0 0 Dan Glew-MS FB Official..$ 7 0 . 0 0 Randy Kramer-MS FB Official ....................................$ 7 0 . 0 0 Jeff Nauman-VB Official ........................................$ 1 0 5 . 0 0 Randy Stanek-MS FB Official ....................................$ 7 0 . 0 0 Matt Cook-FB Security .....$ 7 5 . 0 0 Michael Ellis-FB Ambulance Crew .................................$ 2 5 . 0 0 Jesup Community School-VB Entry Fee ...................................$ 7 5 . 0 0 Doug Knickrehm-FB Official$90.00 Mary Koohy-FB Ambulance Crew .................................$ 2 5 . 0 0 John Lay-FB Official .........$ 9 0 . 0 0 Lenny Mais-FB Official .....$ 9 0 . 0 0 Gary Mayfield ...................$ 9 0 . 0 0 Chris Meinecke-FB Official ........................................$ 1 2 0 . 0 0 West Delaware Comm. School-VB Entry Fee ..........................$ 6 0 . 0 0 Central Community School DistrictXC Entry Fee ....................$ 6 5 . 0 0 Dan Lechtenberg-JV FB Official ....................................$ 7 5 . 0 0 Jeff Niehaus-JV FB Official ..........................................$ 7 5 . 0 0 Randy Stanek-JV FB Official ....................................$ 7 5 . 0 0 Starmont Community School-XC Entry Fee ..........................$ 6 5 . 0 0 Starmont Community School-JV VB Official .........................$ 6 5 . 0 0 Scott Wegmann-JV FB Official ....................................$ 7 5 . 0 0
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West Delaware to present Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, will be presented by West Delaware High School at Hanson Auditorium in Manchester on Thursday, Nov. 6, 7:30 PM, Saturday, Nov. 8, 7:30 PM and Sunday, Nov, 9, 2 PM. This stage adaptation of the internationally known hit film of Ian Fleming's timeless story, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang features a beloved score, including such memorable classics as "Truly Scrumptious," "Toot Sweets," "Hushabye Mountain," and the Oscar-nominated title Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. With a cast of over 60, the story of an eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts sets about restoring an old race car from a scrap heap with the help of his children Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car has magical properties including the ability to float and take flight. Trouble occurs when the evil Baron Bomburst desires the magic car for himself. The family joins forces with Truly Scrumptious and batty Grandpa to save the children of Vulgaria from the Child Catcher. This is a great story, lots of magical fun and in the end they live happily ever after. For tickets call 563-927-3515 (select 7) or www. hansonauditorium.com select box office, adults $10 and children $5, All seats reserved.
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Too much screen time means too little time spent on active play, reading and socializing – activities essential to your child’s development. Recent research shows that 40% of children between age six eight years old have their own Internet-enabled mobile device, said Cindy Thompson, an Iowa State University Extension and Outreach family life program specialist. “And probably most parents of toddlers or preschoolers have handed over their phone or tablet to entertain their children in needed moments,â€? Thompson said. “Our challenge is to make sure neither we nor our children lose contact with the real world as we inhabit the virtual one.â€? What’s wrong and right with screen time “Too much screen time means too little time spent on active play, reading and socializing – activities essential to your child’s development,â€? Thompson said. In addition, the sedentary nature of most screen time has been linked to childhood obesity. Parents also should be concerned about commercialization linked to many technology games, because young children do not have the capacity to discern the subtle messages being sent. “On the flip side, technology is here to stay and understanding digital tools can be educational,â€? Thompson said. “Our children need to be supported in becoming good digital citizens. There is also the added benefit of using programs like Skype to connect with loved ones separated by distance. “It is our job as parents to provide young children with balance,â€? Thompson said. “Along with media and technology use, this should include considering our child’s time spent outdoors, playing with friends and getting enough sleep.â€? What you can do A simple way to set limits is by clearly establishing ground rules for technology devices. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends being very cautious about all forms of electronic media before a child turns two years of age. Older children should have no more than two hours of screen time per day. Thompson offers these suggestions to help balance a young child’s use of technology. • Be clear with specific time limits for your child. Give warnings when reaching limits and make sure other activities are available that interest your child. • Eat at least one meal a day as a family and have the rule of no screens at the table. • Find active games that get kids moving instead of just giving their thumbs a workout. • Charge devices outside the bedroom to help ensure a good night’s sleep. • Participate with children while using technology. You are missing learning opportunities when you simply use devices as a babysitter. • If not really watching a screen, turn it off. Interruptions of sounds and visual stimuli can negatively impact a young child’s skill development during play. • Ban any games or sites that have violent or adult content. Check with the Internet carrier about using parental controls. Set a good example “Children do as parents do, not as they say,â€? Thompson said. “So, be sure to follow your own advice about screen time. Examine your own habits such as how often you bring a device to the dinner table and how much you are texting rather than talking in person. Model for children a healthy approach to technology as well as the ability to occasionally unplug.â€? Get free, up-to-date information specific to your child's age (prenatal through age five) delivered by email. Register for Just in Time Parenting, a monthly e-newsletter for parents in the first five years, at www.extension.org/parenting. Use the coupon code IA10JITP.
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Holiday programs from Buchanan Co. Extension
By Ashley Sherrets Ag/Hort Program Coordinator Buchanan Co. ISU Extension
Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach will once again be hosting holiday craft programs for county residents to enjoy. There are two programs to choose from: • Holiday Wreath Making, 6-7:30 PM Thursday, Dec. 4 at Heartland Acres Agribition Center; and • Holiday Centerpiece Making, 6-7:30 PM Monday, Dec. 8 at Jesup Public Library. The holiday wreath program will teach attendees how to make holiday wreaths from a variety of fresh cut greens from local donations. This is an excellent class to join if you are tired of purchasing yearly holiday wreaths that always look the same. Learn to make your own and it’s a skill you’ll have for the rest of your life. Cost is $20 and includes a holiday wreath frame, supplies to attach the greens, a variety of cones, beads, and decorations for the wreath, and a pre-made holiday bow, along with instruction on how to construct the wreath and make a bow. Light refreshments will be available for attendees to enjoy as they socialize and enjoy the time getting to make their own holiday decorations. To attend, pre-registration is required by Monday, Dec. 1 to ensure enough frames are purchased. The holiday centerpiece program will teach attendees how to construct their own holiday table center pieces from fresh greens, silks, and other natural items. This class would be enjoyable for those who want to learn to make table centerpieces for any holiday, as they will learn the basics on using oasis to create them. Class cost is $20 and includes a main feature for the centerpiece, greens or silks for accent, oasis pieces, a variety of cones, beads and decorations, and other natural elements. Light refreshments will also be served for attendees to enjoy while socializing and learning how to create their own home dÊcor. To attend, pre-registration is required by Thursday, Dec. 4 to ensure enough main features and decorations are purchased. Attendees are encouraged to bring gloves, wire cutters, and any special decorations they would like to use. Hot glue guns and wire will be provided for use in decoration. Don’t wait to register for one of these fun classes! To register, contact Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach at 319-334-7161 or email Ashley Sherrets, sherrets@iastate.edu.
Nov. 3 - 4-H Treasurer Book Deadline, 4:30 PM, Buchanan County Extension office Nov. 5 - Ornamental & Turf Applicators CIC, 1:30-4 PM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Nov. 8 - 4-H Awards Banquet, 6 PM, West Elementary School, Independence Nov. 10 - Adventure in Nature – “Our Feathered Friends,� 6 PM, Independence Public Library Nov. 10 - Extension Council Meeting, 6 PM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Nov. 12 - Commercial Ag Weed, Insect & Plant Disease Management CIC, 9-11:45 AM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Nov. 14 - 2014 Farm Bill Overview, 9-11 AM, Heartland Acres Agribition Center – Great Spaces, Independence Nov. 18 - Fumigation CIC, 9-11:30 AM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Nov. 25 - YAC Meeting, 6 PM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Dec. 1 - 2014 Farm Bill Overview, 6-8 PM, Heartland Acres Event Center, Independence Dec. 2 - 2014 Farm Bill Overview, 1-3 PM, Heartland Acres Event Center, Independence Dec. 3 - Pest Control Operators CIC, 9-11:30 AM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Dec. 4 - Holiday Wreath Making Workshop, 6-7:30 PM, Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Independence Dec. 8 - Holiday Centerpiece Making Workshop, 6-7:30 PM, Jesup Public Library Dec. 8 - Extension Council Meeting, 6 PM, Heartland Acres Theater, Independence Dec. 13 - 4-H County and State Beef Weight-In, 8-10 AM, Winthrop Vet Clinic, Independence Dec. 13 - Adventure in Nature – “Holiday Make & Take,� 6 PM, Independence Public Library Dec. 30 - Mandatory 4-H Treasurer Training, 1 PM, Heartland Acres, Independence For information on any of the above events, contact Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach at 319-334-7161 or www.extension.iastate.edu/buchanan
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Buchanan County ISU Extension will host a Fumigation Continuing Instructional Course for commercial pesticide applicators on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at its office, 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Suite A, Independence. Registration begins at 8:30 AM followed by sessions 9-11 AM. The registration fee is $35 on or before Nov. 11 and $45 after Nov. 11 and must be paid prior to viewing. To register or to learn more, contact Rosemary at 319-334-7161. Continuing instructional credit is available for commercial pesticide applicators certified in categories 7C (Fumigation) and 10 (Demonstration and Research).
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Get to know the Buchanan County Extension Council candidates Submitted by Buchanan Co. ISU Extension
Voters will have the opportunity to elect members of the Buchanan County Extension Council candidates at the Nov. 4 general election. “The Council members elected this year will be involved in bringing educational opportunities to Buchanan County for the next four years,� said Executive Director Roxanne Fuller. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Buchanan County educational programming is a cooperative effort involving local citizens and partners, Iowa State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Extension Council members are elected at large, and all voters in the county are eligible to vote for candidates. Council members whose terms expire this year are: Nick Dennie, Winthrop; Doug Lentz, Aurora; Judy Olsen, Independence; Paul Short, Masonville and Bill Versluis, Independence. All but Nick Dennie have decided to seek re-election. Fuller stated, “The Council appreciates Dennie’s many hours of service and will continue to work with him in other volunteer capacities.� Carryover Council members whose terms continue through the end of 2016 are Steve Copenhaver, Independence; Michelle Mangrich, Independence; Barb Rawson, Walker; and Nick Wilgenbusch, Winthrop. Candidates on this year’s ballot include: Angie Kleitsch and her husband Mark farm outside of Fairbank. Angie works for Wapsie Valley Community Schools, has a background in education, and leads a 4-H club. She would like to be elected to the Council to serve as a voice for Buchanan County farmers and youth. Kleitsch will bring new ideas to the Council and broker new partnerships to benefit county residents. Doug Lentz of Aurora is seeking reelection to the Council. Lentz began serving on the Council in January 2011.
Lentz and his wife Jeanne have two children actively involved in Buchanan County 4-H. The couple volunteers during fair to help 4-H’ers be successful and enjoy themselves. During fair, Lentz serves in three roles – Extension Council member, 4-H volunteer, and cook, waiter and dishwasher at the Buchanan County Cattlemen’s Association’s food court. He is president of the Buchanan County Cattlemen’s Association, and in his spare time Lentz farms and owns and operates Lentz Construction. If re-elected Doug would like to continue encouraging the excellent work leaders do for Buchanan County 4-H’ers. Bill Versluis of Independence is seeking re-election to the Council. Bill began serving on the Council in January 2003. Versluis is the proprietor of Bill’s Smokehouse and Pizza in Independence and serves as Council treasurer. An advocate for food safety and taking care of the land for future generations, Versluis is very interested in economic development, cover crops, water quality and being fiscally responsible with Buchanan County tax revenue that supports Extension programs and services. He is also an avid bicyclist and served as a major catalyst in securing Buchanan County as a RAGBRAI route. If re-elected, Versluis will continue to support the professional development of staff and volunteers. Judy Olsen of Independence is seeking re-election to the Council. Olsen began her term on the Council in January 2011 and serves as secretary. She has lived in Independence for 21 years and is involved in local foods. She was a media specialist at Independence School District and has a strong connection with area youth. Olsen would like to continue on the Council to support expansion of services Extension offers in areas such as economic development, local foods, strengthening families and personal finance. She has learned a lot about Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach and how it is successfully
partnering with many other entities, providing more and more educational opportunities and services to our residents. Olsen stated, “It’s a great time to be on the Council.� Paul Short of Masonville is seeking reelection to the Council. Short served on the Extension Council from 1988-1992, returning in 2003 through to today. The Council Vice Chair, Short grew up in 4-H and became a leader when his children were active 4-H’ers. Aside from his current role on Extension Council, Short has served on the Extension’s Youth Advisory Committee, Beef Committee and Buchanan County Cattlemen Board. Short and his wife, Helen, spend their time farming, enjoying family, and volunteering for the Buchanan County 4-H program. Paul and his brother Phil received the 2014 Cattle of the Year Award from the Buchanan County Cattlemen. In 2013, the Short Farm was recognized as a Century Farm at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines. Successful candidates will take office in January 2015. Extension Council members make policy, programming and budget decisions for Buchanan County Extension and Outreach. County Councils contribute to a unique attribute of ISU Extension and Outreach – being present when needs arise and staying for the long haul. Council members and some 17,000 Iowa volunteers work with Extension and Outreach to increase the staying power. Through partnerships, they provide resources, research and education to assist Iowans. ISU Extension and Outreach cooperates with 100 county offices, staffed with professionals hired by the local County Extension District Council of each county. For information, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/Buchanan or contact Roxanne Fuller at 319-334-7161.
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Buchanan County Public Health continues to work closely with the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), health care professionals, and local officials in response to the West African ebola situation. Despite what you might read on social media or hear around the water cooler, there are and have been no cases of ebola in Iowa. Screening of travelers coming from Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia is being done at international airports at the time of arrival in the U.S. They are asked about things like current symptoms and possible exposures to patients with ebola while in West Africa. If needed, appropriate action is taken at that time; for example, travelers with symptoms consistent with ebola are not being allowed to continue until they are medically assessed. If they are well, they are given information about what to do once they arrive at their final destination – such as Iowa. If, for example, that patient is traveling to Buchanan County, public health officials are notified of the arrival of the traveler. The traveler is then re-interviewed to confirm their health status and risk of exposure to ebola. Appropriate action is then taken in Iowa, such as the traveler staying at home and away from others for 21 days, or taking their temperature and reporting this to public health for 21 days. This will lower the risk of ebola spreading in Iowa, and should reassure the public that extraordinary action is being taken by the Buchanan County Public Health Department, IDPH, and U.S. Public Health system to protect them. Buchanan County Public Health Department staff have also participated in ebola preparedness and response webinars, and is in regular contact with IDPH regarding transmission of the ebola virus and how to prepare for any suspected cases. Residents should remember that ebola is not transmitted through water, air, food or casual contact. Ebola is spread through direct contact with bodily fluids of a sick person, or exposure to objects, such as needles that have been contaminated. In addition: • People are not contagious after exposure unless they develop symptoms. • Symptoms may appear anywhere from 2-21 days after exposure, but the average is 8-10 days. For information about ebola, visit the CDC’s web site at www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/index.html or the IDPH web site at http://bit.ly/1wmnEWa.
Notice of Public Hearing NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSAL TO EXTEND PARTICIPATION IN THE INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM FOR THE EAST BUCHANAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT Notice is hereby given that the Board of Directors of the East Buchanan Community School District in the County of Buchanan, State of Iowa, will hold a public hearing upon its resolution to consider extension of participation in the instructional support program. The hearing will be held in the Board Room, East Buchanan Community School District, Winthrop, Iowa, on November 10, 2014, at 6:40 o’clock p.m. The Board of Directors is considering extending participation in the instructional support program as provided in Iowa Code Sections 257.18 through 257.27 for a period of ďŹ ve (5) years, commencing with the ďŹ scal year ending June 30, 2016. Additional funding for the instructional support program for a budget year will be determined annually by the Board of Directors, and will not exceed 10% of the total of regular program district cost for the budget year and moneys received under Iowa Code Section 257.14 as budget
adjustment for the budget year. Moneys received by the district for the instructional support program may be used for any general fund purpose, all subject to the limitations of Iowa Code Section 257.19. The instructional support program shall be funded by instructional support state aid and a combination of instructional support property tax levied annually upon the taxable property within the school district commencing with the levy of property taxes for collection in the ďŹ scal year ending June 30, 2016, and an instructional support income surtax imposed annually, the percent of income surtax (not to exceed twenty percent (20%)) to be determined by the Board for each budget year to be imposed upon the state individual income tax of each individual income taxpayer resident in the school district on December 31 for each calendar year commencing with the calendar year 2015, and each year thereafter. At the conclusion of hearing, or at a subsequent meeting set for the same purpose, the Board intends to take action on the question whether to adopt a resolution to extend participation in the instructional support program for a period not exceeding ďŹ ve (5) years, commencing with the ďŹ scal year ending June 30, 2016, as above described. EAST BUCHANAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT /s/ Beth Weepie, Secretary
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On October 15, Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach hosted a Women Caring for the Land â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Soil Health workshop. The attendees went on a field trip to Dick and Dianna Sloanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm outside of Brandon to see several kinds of cover crops. Pictured holding a large oil seed radish is Betty Reuter while Julie Vandermeer and Judy Latwesen inspect a smaller oil seed radish. (Extension Photo)
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Cy & Charley’s Bridgestone/ Firestone sponsored a Tire Touchdown Toss Contest at half time of the Independence/West Delaware football game Oct. 17. Two students, Zach Miller and Zach Zieser, along with two adults, Gary Waters and Ken Cole, were drawn for a chance at winning a $20 gift card if they could throw a Bridgestone football through the center of the tire. Ken Cole made a winning toss. All contestant received free Bridgestone Tread Footballs. (Charlie McCardle Photo)
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Above average temperatures and mostly dry weather allowed harvest to progress at a normal pace during the 5.1 days suitable for fieldwork for the week ending October 26, 2014, according to the USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service. A few low-lying fields remain too muddy to harvest. Activities for the week included fall tillage, manure and fertilizer application, corn stalk baling, and hauling grain. Topsoil moisture levels rated 0 percent very short, 4 percent short, 80 percent adequate, and 16 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture levels rated 1 percent very short, 5 percent short, 81 percent adequate, and 13 percent surplus. Southwest and south central Iowa were the wettest with over one-third of their topsoil and subsoil in surplus condition. With almost all of Iowa’s corn acreage mature, harvest was 36 percent complete, 6 days behind 2013 and 16 days behind the five-year average. Moisture content of corn at harvest was estimated at 19 percent, encouraging some farmers to harvest, but still limiting others who are waiting for corn to dry down in the field. Seventy-seven percent of the corn crop was reported in good to excellent condition. Soybean harvest reached 81 percent complete, 2 days behind last year and 4 days behind normal. Many farmers across the State were waiting for their replanted soybeans to mature. Grain movement from farm to elevator was rated 58 percent moderate to heavy, increasing 3 percentage points from the previous week. Off-farm grain storage availability was 90 percent adequate to surplus. On-farm grain storage availability was 86 percent adequate to surplus. Pasture condition rated 65 percent good to excellent, while hay and roughage supplies were estimated at 97 percent adequate to surplus. Livestock conditions were excellent, and a few cattle were turned out on corn stalk fields. IOWA WEATHER SUMMARY Iowa enjoyed a mild and mostly dry week. Light to moderate rain fell between Wednesday (22nd) afternoon and Thursday (23rd) morning over most of the state. Some very light rain was also scattered across northeast and east central Iowa on Friday (24th) afternoon. Otherwise dry weather prevailed. Weekly rain totals varied from just sprinkles over extreme southeastern Iowa to 1.18 inches at Council Bluffs. The statewide average precipitation was 0.35 inches while normal for the week is 0.56 inches. Temperatures were above normal throughout the week across western Iowa where Sioux City recorded highs in the seventies every day. Eastern Iowa temperatures were near to below normal through Thursday but climbed well above normal on Friday (24th) and Saturday (25th). There were some scattered freezes, mostly across northeastern Iowa, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday (26th) mornings. However, these lower readings came in areas that had recorded freezes earlier this fall. Much of the southeastern quarter of Iowa, and a few scattered areas elsewhere, have yet to record a freeze this season. Temperature extremes for the week varied from a high of 78 degrees at Sioux City on Friday (24th) to a low of 27 degrees at Elkader on Sunday (26th). Temperatures for the week averaged from 11 degrees above normal over extreme northwest Iowa to one degree above normal at Burlington with a statewide average of 5.1 degrees above normal. Soil temperatures at the four inch depth were mostly averaging in the mid-fifties at the end of the week.
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4-H provides youth the opportunity to reach their full potential by working and learning in partnership with caring adults. 4-H volunteers are one of the essential elements of ISU Extensionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth-serving organization. On Dec. 2, 6-8 PM at Heartland Acres, Iowa State University Extensionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4-H volunteers from Buchanan County are invited to â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Heart of Belongingâ&#x20AC;? training to learn how to create a safe, inclusive environment for all youth. Volunteers will learn how to guide youth in developing a list of club or group expectations that accommodate all members, learn how to support youth with special needs, and learn where to find resources to help them in their role as caring adults. In addition, volunteers will learn new activities to take back their clubs and groups to foster positive behavior and belonging. This experience is part of Iowa State University Extensionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4-H Youth Development training for volunteers in Buchanan County. Statewide training prepares 4-H volunteers who work with young people in non-formal educational settings to be more effective in promoting positive youth development through the 4-H experience. Effective volunteers provide the experiences and positive relationships that enable 4-H youth to become productive citizens, outstanding communicators, effective leaders, and successful learners now and in the future.
Do you have someone that is impossible to buy for? Every year at holiday time are you frustrated on what to get them? Well, how about a Barn Quilt of Buchanan County Gift Certificate. Fill out the application letting the Barn Quilts of Buchanan County program know where you plan to hang the block and what size you would like. Upon approval, a gift certificate will be provided for you to present to your loved one. The receiver will then be able to meet with a committee member to learn about the process and timeline for the project. The receiver is able to pick the pattern and colors of their choice. The cost and sizes available are $350 for a 4'x4' block or $450 for an 8'x8' block. Please limit the number of colors to five. Committee members who organize the Barn Quilts of Buchanan County program are Roxanne Fuller, executive director, Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach; Craig Johnson, executive director, Heartland Acres Agribition Center; Susie Alber, Judy Scott and Joe Olsen. The quilt blocks are painted at Heartland Acres Agribition Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum as a working exhibit. For additional information about ordering a Barn Quilt, contact Roxanne Fuller at Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach at 319-3347161 or e-mail rrfuller@iastate.edu
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Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa (CFNEIA) will build a new office in the Cedar Valley. The plans reflect the foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growing role as it expands efforts to meet the needs of the entire region. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The growth we are experiencing is very exciting, but it is also a reflection of the increasing needs of our communities,â&#x20AC;? said Kaye Englin, CEO. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We see a real need to grow our capacity to better address community issues and to assist people who believe in the future of their community and want to make an impact through giving.â&#x20AC;? CFNEIA manages more than $85 million in assets and serves a regional footprint covering 19 counties in northeast Iowa to bring about community betterment across its region. Buchanan County Community Foundation is an affiliate of CFNEIA. The new building, in Cedar Falls, will address CFNEIA needs, including adequate office space for a growing staff, ease of access for stakeholders and regional affiliates, increased visibility and a large community meeting space. Through a careful assessment of funding options, the CFNEIA board of directors approved the use of internal financing to cover the cost of the project, which is estimated to cost between $1.5 and $2 million. No dollars from donor-established funds will be used for the building project and the project will not affect the amount granted to nonprofits. The payment plan includes use of unrestricted surplus dollars, an internal loan with a scheduled repayment plan back to CFNEIA, and a quiet fundraising campaign. An ongoing due diligence review process will allow the foundation to reconsider the project if necessary. In 2013, CFNEIA granted nearly $6 million to area nonprofits and community initiatives. Over its 58-year history, CFNEIA has granted more than $55 million to create positive change across northeast Iowa. These community investments are made possible through the generosity of nearly 800 fund holders and other community donors. For information, contact 319-287-9106 or visit www.cfneia.org.
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Last week, MidAmerican Energy announced plans to develop a new wind farm site in Adams County and expand a second site in Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Count y â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an additional investment of up to $280 million. If approved, the proposed wind project would result in installation of up to 67 wind turbines. The project, schedu led for completion by the end of 2015, would add up to 162 megawatts of new wind generation capacity in Iowa. Accor ding to MidAmerican, energy costs passed through to customers are projected to be reduced by approximately $93 million over 10 years. MidAmerican Energy is workin g with county ofďŹ cials and landowners to secure development and interconnecti on rights for the project sites. These sites are expected to provide more than $40 million in additional property tax revenues over the next 30 years, along with annual landow ner payments. Blades for the new turbines will be manufactured at the Siemens facility in Fort Madison.
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Signs of harvest and colorful Iowa is home to more top-100 agritrees mean autumn has ofďŹ cially arrived cultural cooperatives than any other in northeast Iowa. These photos state, according to recently released were taken throughout the area and includ USDA data. The number of top-100 e ďŹ shermen at Backbone Lake, a in Iowa, 16, is up from 11 a cornďŹ eld being harvested agains t a beautiful backdrop, andco-ops Scoutsago. Farmer-owned co-ops enjoying an outing in a park. decade play a major role in making it an agricultural powerhouse. USDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual list of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top-100 agricultural cooperatives, by business volume, indicates Minnesota ranks second among the states, with 13. It is followed by Nebraska with nine, Illinois and Wisconsin with Âż YH HDFK WKHQ &DOLIRUQLD ,QGLDQD Kansas, Missouri and Ohio, which are all tied with four. Like the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ag co-op sector as a whole, the top 100 cooperatives also enjoyed a third consecutive year of record sales. They reported revenue of $174 billion in 2013, an increase of almost 9% over the $166 billion reported in 2012.
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The 2015 Miss Iowa USA and Miss Iowa Teen USA Pageants took place Oct. 12 in Newto n. A large crowd ďŹ lled the auditorium on Sunday evening for the pageant ďŹ nals, where the panel of judges selected Bucha nan County resident Taylor Even (pictured) of Jesup as Miss Iowa USA 2015, and Aryn Book of Adel as Miss Iowa Teen USA 2015. The annual competition consist s of three segments: evening gown, swimwear and intervie w. Eligible young women must be between the ages of 14 and 26 and be unmarried residents of Iowa in order to compe te. Even and Book will each receive thousands of dollars in prizes and awards and will compe te for the national titles of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA this new Miss USA will go on to represe coming year. The nt the United States in the Miss Universe competition. (Courtesy Photo)
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Senior moms helped East Bucha nan Community Schools celebr ate Homecoming Friday during the annual parade through Winthrop. See more picture s on page 24. (Kris Wilgenbusch Photo)
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As of mid-October, residential propane prices entered the 2014-15 heating season at an average of about $2.30 per gallon, four cents per gallon lower than one year ago. Wholesale propane prices averaged nearly $1.12 per gallon, over 13 cents per gallon lower than the Oct. 14, 2013, price. Residential heating oil prices averaged $3.52 per gallon, almost 33 cents per gallon lower than last year at the same time. The average wholesale heating oil price for the start of the 2014-15 heating season is $2.67 per gallon, nearly 44 cents per gallon lower when compared to the same time last year.
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Research suggests ancient gladiators may have enjoyed their own version of Gatorade, or at least that is the ďŹ nding of forensic anthropologists. Analysis focused on a gladiator cemetery found near an ancient stadium site in Turkey, which contained remains of nearly 70 people, mostly men aged 20-30, who died between the second and third centuries. Because Roman scholars of the time described a special diet followed by gladiators, researchers decided to analyze bone fragments found in the cemetery. Although evidence did not indicate gladiator diets were signiďŹ cantly different than the rest of the population, calcium and strontium ratios found in the bones showed signs that the athletes likely consumed a special post-battle drink also described in ancient texts. The special formula? Vinegar, water and ash, which Romans used as a ďŹ&#x201A;avoring and for medicinal purposes.
Senator Charles Grassley made a whistle stop in Independence Oct. 23 to show support for area candidates. Pictured from left: Clayton Ohrt, Senator Grassley, Craig Johnson and Gary Gissel. Ohrt and Gissel are running for Buchanan County Supervisor, and Craig Johnson is a House District 64 candidate. (Steven C. Smith Photo)
During their regular Monday Buchanan County Board of Supervisors meeting, Ralph Kremer, Gary Gissel and Ellen Gaffney approved a master matrix for Mark and Don Toale who are constructing a new facility on an existing site in Westburg Township, Section 11. The master matrix is a scoring system regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources that is used to evaluate the sites of permitted conďŹ nement feeding operations. Story continues on page 22.
Buchanan County Career Fair a success
Businesses from Fairbank, Jesup, Independence, Winthrop, and Lamont took part in a career fair held at Heartland Acres in Independence last Tuesday. Ninety-four prospective employees attended the event, which was sponsored by Buchanan County Economic Development Commission (BCEDC), Sedona StafďŹ ng Services, and, in part, by THE NEWS and THE GUIDE. According to Sandra Ford of Sedona Staffing, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Participating businesses made some good connections with potential employees. We had a total of 22 vendors that participated. We were very pleased with the outcome of the career fair and look forward to our next one in the future.â&#x20AC;?
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BCEDC Executive Director George Lake said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;From an economic development standpoint, it appears that life in Buchanan County and Iowa is going well. Most statewide indicators point to positive growth in the economy. Sales tax collections are increasing beyond projections, exports from Iowa companies are growing, new home and commercial construction has increased from last year and Buchanan Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unemployment rate is at 4.4%. However, the silver lining of a growing business sector is a little tarnished.â&#x20AC;? BCEDC and Sedona StafďŹ ng sponsored last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career fair in order to assist local busi-
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During their regular Monday Buchanan &RXQW\ %RDUG RI 6XSHUYLVRUV PHHWLQJ (OOHQ Gaffney, Ralph Kremer and Gary Gissel approved several monthly departmental reports. Roadside Management Director SherO\Q +D]HQ LQIRUPHG WKH ERDUG WKDW WKH QHZ hydro-seeder had arrived and she had spent two days seeding roadsides. Seeding will continue as weather permits. Spraying of roadsides is done for the year, except for some minor hand spraying for noxious weeds. Tree trimming also continues. &RPPXQLW\ 6HUYLFHV 'LUHFWRU -XOLH 'DYL VRQ VKDUHG KHU UHSRUW &DVH PDQDJHPHQW UH mains steady; the department has had some GLVFKDUJHV &XUUHQWO\ WKHUH DUH WZR HPSOR\ ees who are doing social work for the whole region, due to the fact there are a couple FRXQWLHV LQ WKH UHFHQWO\ IRUPHG (DVW &HQWUDO Mental Health Services Region that do not have social workers. This employee time ZLOO EH ELOOHG WR WKH (DVW &HQWUDO 5HJLRQ DQG %XFKDQDQ &RXQW\ ZLOO EH UHLPEXUVHG Story continues on page 26.
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Mike Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Loughlin hosted a fundraiser for Jack Hatch, Iowa State Senator and candidate for Iowa Governor, in Independence Tuesday evening. Also pictured is his running mate Monica Vernon, Cedar Rapids City Councilwoman. The event was held at the Independence VFW Hall. The Hatch-Vernon pledge includes a tax cut for middle-class Iowans, guaranteed universal pre-K programs, less debt for college graduates and economic development focused on â&#x20AC;&#x153;growth from the community-up, not the other way around.â&#x20AC;? Hatch professes equal pay for equal work, and support for engaging ag producers in the prevention of soil erosion while cleaning and restoring Iowa waterways. (Steven C. Smith Photo)
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9RFDO PXVLF WHDFKHU 7KDQ &KHVKHU DQG LQVWUX mental music teacher Ron Landis presented a preliminary proposal for the 2016 music trip to the East Buchanan (EB) School Board meeting held Oct. 14. Although dates and itinerary deWDLOV DUH \HW WR EH Âż QDOL]HG WKH ERDUG DSSURYHG their plan to travel to Nashville and Memphis LQ 0DUFK &KHVKHU HVWLPDWHV VWXGHQWV will participate, with one chaperone required IRU HYHU\ IRXU VWXGHQWV &RVW IRU WKH WULS ZLOO EH approximately $700 per student. Proposed destinations include Ryman Auditorium and a master class at Vanderbilt University. Previously, Landis had traveled with another school music group to the area. He shared that visiting President Andrew Jacksonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home, a studio Elvis Presley had recorded in, and the Gibson guitar factory are also possible destination sites. &KHVKHU VDLG VWXGHQWV MXVW FRPSOHWHG D IXQG raiser and another one is scheduled for this winter. The choir will sing the national anthem at the Black Hawks hockey game Nov. 15 as SDUW RI DQRWKHU IXQGUDLVHU FRQWDFW &KHVKHU IRU ticket information, 319-935-3367. &KHVKHU QRWHG $OO 6WDWH $XGLWLRQV ZLOO EH held Oct. 25 at West Delaware and seventh JUDGHU $XVWLQ &RRN ZDV DFFHSWHG WR VLQJ LQ WKH 2SXV +RQRU &KRLU RQ 1RY In other business, middle school First Lego /HDJXH FRDFK &ODLU )UDQ]HQ JDYH D UHSRUW WR the board regarding progress of the elementary and middle school (grades 6-7) teams. Story continues on page 26.
nesses in connecting with qualiďŹ ed employees. A growing business sector requires an expanding workforce and low unemployment means that companies must compete for a shrinking pool of employees. The BCEDC was established for the purpose of facilitating business growth in the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s manufacturing and technology sectors. Lake commented, â&#x20AC;&#x153;When Buchanan Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing businesses are thriving, our schools, retail businesses and the housing sectors will also thrive.â&#x20AC;? Where will Buchanan County businesses locate workers in an environment of low unemployment? Lake explained, â&#x20AC;&#x153;According to data supplied by Iowa Workforce Development, approximately 6,700 Buchanan County residents commute to surrounding counties for work. The goal of sponsoring the career fair was to establish a venue where commuting workers could connect with local businesses. By all accounts, the Career Fair was a success.â&#x20AC;? Pictured: Craig Schroeder, Innovative Ag Services human resources generalist, speaks to potential employees at the recent Buchanan County Career Fair. (Steven C. Smith Photo)
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Support for the death penalty has eroded in the last 10 years according to a recent survey. Gallup research conducted since 1937 shows support for the death penalty peaked in 1994 with 80% of Americans in favor of implementing the penalty for convicted murders. In 2014, survey results indicate 63% favor the death penalty over life in prison. The greatest change in opinion was from Democrats; in 1994, 75% were for the death penalty compared to 49% in 2014. Independent and Republican voters also were less favorable to the death penalty. In 1994, 80% of independents and 85% of Republicans supported the death penalty, compared to 62% of independents and 76% of Republicans in 2014.
During the regular monthly meeting of Winthrop Community and Commercial Club ofďŹ cers, Brian Kelchen and Annette Kress presented checks to Church of Christ United, Kids Corner and Winthrop Fire Department for their help this summer during RAGBRAI. Nine groups helped plan and worked at the event when thousands of bicyclists came through Winthrop in July. After expenses were paid, each group received a check for $748.70. The event proďŹ ted $6738.30. Pictured from left: Janis Bateman, Tiffany Bowers, Annette Kress, Brian Kelchen, and Nick Krum. (Kris Wilgenbusch Photo)
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