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n Area briefs Treasurer’s Survey says Lake office closed Mills needs more The Winnebago County Treasurer’s Office will be closed Thursday, May 19, in or- affordable housing der for staff to attend a motor vehicle/driver’s license meet- BY TERY GASPER set, the council agreed that a work- ing. LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC shop to address the findings and how to best move forward seemed The results are in, and num- like a logical step. Marching bers are still being crunched by the “I think it would be great to LMCDC, WinnWorth Betco and the have a workshop to enlighten us City of Lake Mills, but one thing is on all of that information,” con- band preview already clear from the results that cluded Council member Bill Clark. interest in buying in and/or moving Council member Nathan Ostrander If you are looking for an ex- to Lake Mills is high, however the agreed that there is a need to be ad- citing event on a Friday night, supply of desirable homes consist- dressed, “It is something we have then look no further than the ing of three-bedrooms and costing to go after; there are cheap houses north side of LMHS for the between $80-150,000 does not nec- and really expensive houses in Lake debut of the marching band essarily meet the demand at the cur- Mills and that is a pretty tough price productions of Lake Mills and rent time. range ($80-150,000). When they are Forest City. The performances “Our motive was to get a pic- available, they are just about sold start at 7 p.m., Friday, May 20, ture of the housing wants and needs before they are for sale.” on the north side of LMCS on S. in Lake Mills,” explained Cassie A public hearing on the amend- 4th Ave. E. Johnson, Executive Director of the ment to the current budget, drew no Both bands are excited to LMCDC. “It has been approxi- comment from the public, and as perform for the Lake Mills com- Sherylee Gasper/LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC mately 20 years since a housing sur- such the council closed the hearing munity, so please come and vey was undertaken in town, so we and went on to address the amend- show your support. Don’t forget thought it was time to do another.” ment. to bring a chair. The response they received was On a unanimous vote, it was ap- “Little Mermaid JR” presented by LMMS overwhelming, as 53 percent of the proved to lower the current budget by $764,345, as actual expenditures LMHS The Lake Mills Middle School 814 paper surveys were returned. choir presented the musical, “Little Johnson noted that typically a sur- are pretty much settled for the fiscal commencement Mermaid JR” last Friday evening to vey of this scope can expect a 10-15 year ending June 30. a sell-out crowd. percent response rate. Representatives of Veenstra and After a preliminary break- Kimm, Inc. were on hand to explain this weekend Pictured above, Ariel (Terri down of the findings of the survey, where the city is currently on the N. Lake Mills High School will Hoaglund) and Sebastrian (David Hugo), along with the cast perform Johnson presented their initial rec- 3rd Ave. and S. Winnebago St. proj- hold their commencement this “Under the Sea.” ommendations to the council. ects, as several resolutions were on Sunday, May 22, at 2 p.m. in “Based on the findings, we be- the table for consideration and ac- the high school gymnasium. Pictured right: Ursula (Kaitlyn lieve the best way to benefit the tion. Anderson) tries to persuade Ariel to See the special graduation most people would be to encourage It was noted that at the direction section in this week’s issue for give up her voice for a pair of legs, singing ‘Poor Unfortunate Soul.” current homeowners in Lake Mills of the council and feedback gath- photos of all the graduating se- to build new homes.” She explained ered at the first public meeting on niors. Pictured left: The seagulls (Ella that target was selected due to the the project, V&K was able to lower Rogstad, Sarah Heggestad, fact that the overwhelming major- the projected assessments by 11 per- Courtney Larson, and Emma cent on North 3rd Avenue, and nine Martinson dance and perform ity of commuters and renters are “Human Stuff.” looking to buy existing single fam- percent on South Winnebago, with ily, three bedroom homes—which is only 22.2 percent of the project cost n Weather what the majority of current home- being assessed to the property own- owners in Lake Mills have. Johnson ers. THURSDAY Following the explanation, the Mostly Sunny 67° 46° said this would create a “stair-step” effect to advance current commuters council approved Resolution 16-24, FRIDAY and renters to Lake Mills homeown- a preliminary resolution on the proj- Partly Cloudy 68° 46° Togetherness of community ers, as current homeowners move ect; Resolution 16-25, a resolution into new construction. It was sug- approving and adopting preliminary SATURDAY gested that the City could facilitate plans, specifications and estimated Patly Cloudy 73° 51° this process through a new housing cost; and, approved a resolution of construction program in which in- necessity in which the public hear- SUNDAY draws Guttormson to Salem centives would be made available ing date was set for June 13, at 6 Mostly Sunny 77° 58° BY BONNIE KAY BALDWIN Born in Fergus Falls, Minn., Joel was baptized and confirmed at First to contractors and developers, as p.m., in the LMCS auditorium. MONDAY LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC Lutheran Church. In 1972, his family moved to Park Rapids, Minn., where well as direct to the home buyers. A It was noted that property own- Partly Cloudy/Windy 78° 60° he met his future wife, Nancy, who lived across the street. down payment assistance program ers will be receiving their prelimi- Salem Lutheran Church installed a new lead pastor last Sunday, May “We were there for four years until I graduated from high school. Our would also help facilitate those cur- nary assessments prior to the public 15, during the worship service. A potluck dinner celebration followed the families became very good friends,” he said. Later, his parents moved back rently renting, the wherewithal to hearing. installation. to Fergus Falls, which they consider, their family home place. make the jump to home ownership. Several impacted property own- The young couple married in September 1984, and then moved to Fargo, Official temperatures and pre- Pastor Joel Guttormson, his wife Nancy, and their black lab, Gracie, Teresa Nicholson, Executive ers were present at the meeting, and cipitation as recorded by the Lake moved to Lake Mills, after Joel accepted the call extended to him in April. N.D., for 13 years, where Joel began a career with Eventide Nursing Home. asking why the council is moving While Joel worked there, Nancy worked as an administrator in a develop- Director of WinnWorth Betco, said Mills Power Plant are as follows: His first Sunday at Salem was April 24. forward with the $3.4 million proj- mental disabilities center, called Friendship Village. She also has a teaching that what was being presented to the Date Hi Low Prec. degree in K-12. council was just the tip of the iceberg ect, when a four-inch overlay of the May 10 65° 49° .60” “I began as a chaplain intern at Eventide, while I was in Concordia Col- in terms of survey findings and po- roads could be done for a fraction of May 11 59° 46° — lege. After graduating in 1985 with a bachelor’s degree in religion and psy- tential courses of action to address the price. May 12 56° 41° .24” chology, I put my seminary plans on hold and worked as a physical therapy the findings. “There are a variety Council members explained that May 13 49° 32° — assistant and trained medical aid. So, that in some ways felt like a first call, of other programs that are out there an overlay would be merely a patch May 14 54° 30° .20” because I met so many families and learned about death and dying. I had that other communities are doing or and would not be a long-term solu- May 15 67° 31° — pastors and spouses asking, ‘When are you going to seminary’?” have done in the past,” Nicholson tion to the two roads. In addition, May 16 71° 46° — Joel finally entered Wartburg Theological Seminary, Dubuque. said. She concluded, “That is why that option would do nothing to al- “I was drawn to Wartburg because it had good married student housing, we are saying we would really like leviate the drainage concerns expe- the center for rural theology, and center for youth ministry,” he said. He rienced on both streets—which is graduated in 2001 with a Masters of Divinity Degree, and became ordained to have a workshop session to go a major reason for undertaking the when he received his first call to Hope Lutheran Church, Annandale, Va., through the details, and present all project in the first place. The city n Markets where the Guttormson’s stayed for three years. of the information on programs so The family was in Virginia when 911 happened, and they could hear the that you have all of the facts and has moved forward over the last Prices reported by Five Star Co- planes hit the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. (Annandale is only information to consider before you 10-plus years to improve drainage op., at the Scarville location, as about 13 miles from Washington, D.C.) would make any decisions. Tonight, in the city—especially on the east of Tuesday. Prices subject to “A lot of the folks in my congregation worked at the Pentagon. We heard we just wanted to give you the over- wide—and this project would be the change. the fighter jets and the President’s helicopter. I was so overwhelmed by that. view, and let you see a little bit of final piece of the puzzle to alleviate 2015 2016 The world just stopped. It changed after that.” some of the results.” most, if not all, of the water issues. Corn $3.49 $3.49 The Guttormson’s also lived through the sniper shootings, of John Allen While no date or time has been Soybeans $9.19 $9.79 Muhammad and Lee Boyd Malvo, Oct. 2002. These were random shoot-

PASTOR JOEL GUTTORMSON See GUTTORMSON, Page 3 n Inside EDITORIAL...... 2 COMMUNITY...... 3, 9 SOCIETY ...... 4 Community Sports COMMUNIQUE...... 5 Celebrating EMS Week Track events OBITS/RELIGION...... 6 headed to state EMS WEEK...... 7 SPOTLIGHT ON S MN. . . .8 See page 7 LEGALS...... 10 See page 12 CLASSIFIEDS...... 11 SPORTS...... 9, 12 2 • Lake Mills Graphic • May 18, 2016 • Editorial/Opinion Commence def-1: to have or make a be- by the time they reach the age of Can’t we all ginning; 2: to begin to be or act 30. And for those who happen to as; 3: to take a degree at a uni- hold one job, changes will likely versity. Those are the Merriam occur to it many times over the Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary next several years. These changes definitions for the word: com- can be technological in nature, just get along? mence. added responsibilities, a change This weekend and over the in focus—literally any number Have you ever met someone who a place to happen.” I’s are creative past several weeks and for a few of seemingly minor nuances can seemed to push your buttons for and impulsive. They can also quick- weeks into the future, an entire make the job dramatically differ- no reason at all? Or at times, does ly lose focus. crop of young people will start ent over time. it seem like your team argues more How They Contribute to their new beginnings, as they end Of course, than they actually work? If yes, Conflict: Charm is their biggest one chapter of their lives and pre- to be able you’re not alone. Conflict is a natu- threat. They may tell you things you pare to start another. to adapt and ral part of working with others, and want to hear, and say things to make For those commencing at thrive in this LMHS, they will be leaving the type of envi- a little disagreement now and then you feel good, but never get to the comfort, safety and security of ronment, one can be healthy. Unresolved argu- real story. their “home away from home” must be open ments, however, can kill unity. How to Work with an I: Being for the past 13 years. to change How can you create a team that all business is bad news. Realize Whatever they do, and wher- and continual seamlessly works together? At fi- upfront that you’ll have to socialize ever they may go following their Terry learning. nancial expert Dave Ramsey’s com- a bit before you get to work—and commencement—they are in These pany, Ramsey Solutions, one of the maybe while the job’s in process. for a new experience and their Gasper are the most most powerful tools his leaders use Keep them focused with clear goals first taste of the lifelong learn- n obvious ex- for conflict resolution is the DISC and deadlines. But you might want ing theme that you often hear amples of Profile. The DISC Profile breaks to promise them a party after the bandied about in the hallways of Gasper’s lifelong learn- down personalities into four cat- job’s been done. Woo-hoo. LMCS and probably many other Gabble ing, but they schools across the nation. are around in egories. Each of us is a mixture of Stabilizing (S) When I say first taste, it be- pretty much all four, with one being dominant. Loyal, steady and the ultimate comes clearer with each passing every aspect of our lives. When you know these categories, team player, the S’s biggest concern day that the term lifelong learn- Get a new phone? You are go- you’ll gain insight into your team’s is about how everyone feels. They ing is so much more than just a ing to have to figure out how to Those who know Congress different personality styles. You’ll would rather have a root canal with catchy slogan. utilize its potential. This is just understand what motivates them, sharpened, poisoned sticks than Should the new graduate one example of how all of us, how they like to be rewarded and deal with conflict or hurt anyone’s choose to continue their formal young and not-so-young, need to best are shaking their heads how best to deal with their prob- feelings. They can also be slow to education, it will be with a new be open to learning every day that lems. make decisions. I had the good fortune last week ger and longer waits as the TSA with too many of its members highly set of classmates, new expec- we walk this earth, to not only Decisive (D) How They Contribute to tations and new opportunities. enhance our lives, but to really to spend some time in Washington, struggles. Yet on Capitol Hill, no distrustful of the other party and in- Hard-driving and results-orient- Conflict: They resist change, even These will often take place in a survive in our rapidly changing D.C. with about a dozen former one seems particularly concerned. clined to blame it for Capitol Hill’s different region or state. The new world. members of Congress. As you’d Instead, its members left town to ailments. As an institution, it seems ed, getting the job done is the most when it’s necessary to win. surroundings, classmates, educa- So, Class of 2016, you have expect, we got to talking about the campaign. incapable of ridding itself of the bad important thing for these bulldozers. How to Work with an S: Want tional expectations and opportu- come a long way and your big current Congress. Very quickly it This may be unfair, but I can’t habits it’s gotten into: the reliance Forget about the boring details and to send an S running? Get aggres- nities will provide many chances day is almost here and for that turned out that the same question help but think about my first year on omnibus bills and continuing warm, fuzzy feelings. They want to sive or hostile with them. Instead, to learn something new, almost you deserve congratulations. But, was troubling all of us: Why is it in Congress. We enacted 810 bills, resolutions; timidity in the face of accomplish the goal and move on to start with friendly conversation, and every day. Many times, this new your journey is far from over, held in such low public esteem? including the passage of Medicare presidential power; a marked reluc- the next project. keep an even tone in your voice. learning kind of sneaks up on rather this day is just the begin- We represented both parties and and Medicaid, the Voting Rights tance to use the levers of congres- How They Contribute to Give them time to adjust to change, you, occuring in non-formal set- ning. a variety of eras, and had a range of Act of 1965, the Elementary and sional authority—especially control Conflict: A D’s default response to also. tings. experience under our belts. But we Secondary of the federal budget—to prod or conflict is anger. Cautious (C) all found ourselves chagrined by Education check executive action. Many graduates, of both high Terry Gasper is co-editor and news/ How to Work with a D: Have Highly competent and all about school and college, will find what we’ve been witnessing. You Act, the Water Yet none of us believe this is ir- advertising manager of the Lake Mills your facts in-hand and summarized. business, a C thrives on details, themselves with a number of jobs Graphic. have to understand that most for- Quality Act, and reversible. We are all convinced mer members of Congress believe setting up the that strong leadership in Congress Want to see their head explode? Try rules and procedures—which they deeply in the value of the institution Departments of could make an immense differ- to engage them in superfluous con- know and follow. for American representative gov- Transportation ence. In the past, effective legisla- versation when something needs to How They Contribute to ernment. We might take opposite and of Housing tors on both sides of the aisle—as be done. These innovative thinkers Conflict: They’ll hit you with more sides of particular policy debates, and Urban committee chairs and as caucus and problem solvers just want the facts and questions than you could but on one point we all agree: we Development. leaders—have left behind them a project completed. So come pre- ever need or want, especially if want the institution itself to succeed Lee Not every year legacy of great accomplishment. pared, and give them the details. you’re in a hurry. and thrive. These days, it’s doing was like that, Democrat Emanuel Celler of New Then step out of the way, and let How to Work with a C: Get all Published Continuously Since June 3, 1872 Hamilton neither. but the contrast York and Republican William them fly. your facts and figures together - be For starters, we were hard- n is inescapable. 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Box 127, Lake Mills, Iowa 50450. on one set of obligations, with a Some of the observations much bigger default looming—and we shared last week are old hat. was a member of the U.S. House of doomed airline passengers to lon- Congress is excessively partisan, Representatives for 34 years. LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC, PO Box 127, I have been hearing a lot of rhetoric lately about school finances, large class sizes, lack of state funding, etc.. Lake Mills, IA 50450 Activities Calendar I have learned a lot about budgets and finance during my time in Des Moines. I entered Des Moines with this Sponsored by— mindset that we needed to have a blank check for education. I soon realized that there are no blank checks, there or email [email protected] CORPORATE is no money tree in Des Moines, and that there are 150 legislators with different priorities. In the last six years school funding has been a compromise between a Republican controlled House and Democrat controlled Senate. I get frustrated when I hear that House Republicans refuse to properly fund educa- FARMER tion. House Republicans are only half of the equation and Senate Democrats have to agree to the funding num- 1307 6th St. SW ber as well. Every number over the last six years has been a bipartisan agreement. If you don’t like the number, both parties are to blame. Mason City, IA 50401 In the last six years there has been an increase in school funding via SSA of $639.6 641-424-4170 • 800-472-6931 million. There have also been ad- ditional dollars allocated to specific programs. The Ben’s Specials state supplemental aid dollars or SSA spending is really not defined by the legislative www.corporatefarmer.com Your Farm Tax Professionals body. The school districts spend those dollars how they see fit. Much of that money is consumed through collective bargaining for salaries. of the Week City Council Reg. Mtg. Third Monday, 7 p.m. City Hall What frustrates me as a legislator is that the entire legislative body sets a SSA number and ISEA comes out and says it’s never enough. What is enough? The more SSA the School Board Reg. Mtg. Second Monday, 5:30 p.m. Lake Mills School 2013 Ford F150 Lariat Library Board Mtg. 1st Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. Library general assembly allocates the more ISEA tells their local associations to ask for. So if 2014 Ford Escape Ambulance Board Mtg. 3rd Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Ambulance Shed SSA was 4 percent they would prob- ably tell local associations to ask for 4.5 percentand American Legion Aux. 2nd Monday Civic Center above. A year ago we had associa- tions in Iowa districts ask for over 10 percent during American Legion 2nd Monday Lower Level of Civic Center negotiations. How many people in our communities see a 10 percent increase? Many of American Legion Breakfast 2nd Sunday Civic Center our residents are lucky to see a 1 Rep. Josh percent increase. Senior Citizens Mtg. 2nd Tuesday of the month Civic Center Allocating more state dollars Byrnes doesn’t necessarily result in more teachers to reduce Lions Club 1st & 3rd Tuesday Asbury Meth. Church class sizes. More state dollars re- sults in the ISEA telling associations to simply ask for n • Super Crew • 51,170 Miles • 5.5 Ft. Bed Fire Department Mtg. 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m. Fire Hall more. If we really want to reduce class sizes we need everyone involved to be team • Titanium • 25,973 Miles • 4WD Jr. Women’s Club 4th Monday Homes of Members Statesman players. There needs to be a better system when it comes to school funding. Ben’s Special Price Ben’s Special Price Literary Club 4th Wednesday Hostesses During my time in Des Moines I proposed a sliding scale which would cap the amount LM Garden Club 4th Monday, 7 p.m. Hostesses of money to be negotiated for based on the amount of SSA. This cap would allow districts $23,999 $33,999 LM Historical Society 2nd Monday, 5 p.m. 1901 Victorian House to have dollars available to add more staff and reduce class sizes. I also introduced AA & Al-Anon Wednesday, 7 p.m. Sr. Cit. Ctr., Emmons 2011 Toyota Camry legislation for a state wide teaching contract. We already have state wide collective bargaining and insurance 2013 Ram 2500 Board Meeting 3rd Monday, 4 p.m. LM Public Library plans. Let’s explore the potential benefits this could have for education. Congregate Meals Monday-Friday Civic Center Saturday Aft. Club 1st Thursday., 2 p.m. Hostess The other problem we have in rural Iowa is declining enrollment. There are cases where SSA could never Drivers License Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. FC Courthouse make up for the enrollment drop districts are experiencing. The only solution I see is to have a system like No Written Test after 3:30 p.m. Treasurer’s office Nebraska where they have “necessarily small school districts” who have a different funding model. Drive Test by Appointment Could the legislative body do a better job of allocating more school funding? Absolutely. We could have Library Hours Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. more state revenues by limiting our tax breaks and tax credits. The problem is that economic development has • 31,548 Miles • CD • FWD • Crew Cab • 3,340 Miles • Towing Pkg. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. now become a game of packages and credits and if you want to attract companies to Iowa you have to play the Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Lake Mills Library game and put these packages together. Economic growth increases your state revenues, hopefully resulting in Ben’s Special Price Ben’s Special Price Joice Library Hours Tues. 9 a.m.-Noon, 1-6 p.m. more dollars for things like school funding. The system is far from perfect. Wed.-Thurs., 1-6 p.m. I am not anti-union, I am not anti-ISEA. It is important to pay teachers as they are an integral part of society. $39,995 $13,999 Fri. 2-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon Joice Library I know, because I spent 20 years in that field. I also had a couple of years where I got zero increase in salary and Board Meeting 2nd Thursday, 7 p.m. Joice Library was ok with that as it was the right thing to do for the health of the organization as a whole. I was also an ISEA Full Listing Online at www.forestcityford.com Fitness Center Hours 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Fleetguard Fitness Ctr. member and I am very disappointed in their lobbyists lack of being team players when it comes to school fund- Community Prayer Group Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. Area Churches ing. It appears to be all about salaries and membership. I challenge the ISEA to become bridge builders and not Located at Junction Hwy. 9 & 69, Forest City, IA Winn. Food Bank Sign-up Every Monday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Salem Resource Rm. wedge drivers in Des Moines. At the end of the day, priority number one should be about the students. Walk-In Wellness Clinic 3rd Thursday, 1-3 p.m. LMCC, lower level Yours in House District 51, Josh Byrnes 1-800-300-6615 Community • Lake Mills Graphic • May 18, 2016 • 3 Thief Takes $20,000 from GUTTORMSON: Earlier Days From Front From the files of the Lake Mills Graphic Jackson County It was called “a robbery as mysterious as any that has happened any- ings where 13 people were shot and Joel accepted the call which was where.” 10 killed, in Maryland, Washington extended in April. They moved into Every morning at 5 a.m. a young boy entered the two-story stone D.C., and Virginia. a house in Lake Mills, and have Jackson County Courthouse in Andrew to sweep the floors and do a lit- “Daycare had to put black paper been settling in. tle cleaning. The courthouse was on the upper floor, and county offices up on the windows. Kids were not The Guttormsons were drawn filled the first floor. On a Monday morning in late October 1873, the boy allowed to walk to school and there to Lake Mills and Salem, Joel said, entered the front door as usual. But something was unusual. The door were no after-schoool activities. because, “I liked the fact that this of the county treasurer’s office was open. As he lifted his lantern up to If there was going to be a football seemed to be a community that look into the office, the boy discovered the safe door was wide open. He game, they had to go hours away to did a lot of things together. When I ran to the front entrance and yelled for help. A lawyer named Seth Baker other communities, if they were go- walked through the school, I liked was in the building preparing for a trip into nearby Maquoketa and came ing to have any after-school sports.” the continuity of preschool through to the boy’s aid. Joel’s second call was to New 12th grade and that it was right Soon other citizens of the tiny village appeared at the courthouse to Jerusalem Lutheran Church in across from the church. During the see what all the commotion was about. Papers were scattered on the Lovettsville, Va. for the next 12 call process, six of us got into a club floor. A few books remained in the safe. But the cash box was empty. years. New Jerusalem was the old- cab pickup (to tour Lake Mills) and A brass plate engraved with the name of the safe manufacturer was on est church in the Metro-D. C. synod; saw the community center and the the counter. Someone had unscrewed it from the safe door. It had to established in 1765. They had just assisted living/care center. Those be someone who knew the combination was written on the back of the celebrated the congregation’s 250th were all the things that were im- plate. year in ministry, when Joel decided portant to me. This (the Salem con- The county treasurer, James A. Bryan, was sent for. He appeared to put his name up for call. gregation) was a community that to be “in an agony of nervousness and anxiety.” He confirmed that 15 “Anyway, that was my introduc- seemed to be excited about being to $20,000 was missing from the safe. Because there was no bank in tion to ‘I’ll go anywhere’,” said a part of Lake Mills, so we were Submitted photo Andrew, he was in the habit of letting county funds accumulate in the Guttormson, laughing. “But we excited to be a part of that.” Other safe until he took them to a nearby bank for safekeeping Bryan ex- were blessed with new experiences, things that influenced their move plained. a lot of different cultural experi- here were: the town celebrations LMHS Class of 1950 There was a twist to the story. Only the week before voters in the ences, and understanding a history and festivals; the National Day of The LMHS freshmen Class of 1950 are pictured above, front row (L-R): Roger Thompson, Arden county had voted to move the county seat to Maquoketa, 10 miles away, of the civil war in a way that I never Prayer; the great ministerial asso- Sheimo, Gerald Jensen, WIlliam Witham, Richard Storby, LaVerne Anderson, Robert Anderson, Duane and a town on a railroad, a key factor in the vote. The robbery in Andrew understood before.” ciation; the food pantry; and all the Peterson, Mylan Johnson, Donovan Juveland and Robert Johnson. Second row: LoEtta Hanson, Janice was the talk of the town in Maquoketa. A newspaper reported that there Through the suggestion of a col- stories they heard while they were Slattum, Gayle Tweed, Arlotte Johnson, Helen Brackey, Sharlyn Brackey, Jean Thoe, Gladys Falck, were “a thousand surmises and many suspicions uttered” in reference league, he decided to put his name visiting here. Mary Jane Bergan, Doris Bolstad, Eleanor Grimsbo, Alice Stenerson, Gilma Jackson, and Florence to the incident. Plenty of jokes were tossed about as people gathered in in the Northeast Iowa Synod. Outside of work, the couple en- Moe. Third row: Miss Kleppe, Kay Swenson, Luther Tweeten, Ronald Peterson, Vernon Heimdahl, hotels, stores and other local businesses to discuss the activities up in “I had a phone conversation with joys biking and fishing. They have Roger Hermanson, Sven Tjernagel, Dean Linde, Gene Ostmo, Hartley Thompson, Myron Rusley, Robert Andrew. the call committee here, and we two adult sons: Erik (wife, An- Rogstad, Adrian Hestness, Marian Peterson, and Miss Holman. Back row: Virginia Levorson, Marilyn The county board of supervisors met all week to examine the trea- were coming out here in February to drea), South Minneapolis, Minn., Gesme, Ardis Holstad, Alice Bakke, Burlette Salveson, Joan VanRiper, Naomi Olson, Jolaine Jordahl, surer’s records and to consider the situation. They were beginning to see our grandson, and met the call and Daniel (girlfriend, Angela), Joan Olson, Evonne Slattum, Ardis Thompson, Crystal Anderson, Helen Martinson, Muriel Belville and think there was no robbery, rather a shortage of funds. Yet, they knew committee and just felt so affirmed Alexandria, Va. They also have one and welcomed. We have loved it grandson, Odin Joel, in South Min- Norris Lockrem. James Bryan to be a man of “irreproachable character.” It was indeed a mystery. from our very first experience. It neapolis, who also had a part in their In time the mystery was cleared up. There was a deficit of $51,000. seems like a very good fit and we’re move back to the Midwest. If you have pictures of the earlier days in Lake Mills you would like to share, send them to graphic@ James Bryan was convicted of embezzling. He was sentenced to three very grateful.” wctatel.net, or drop off at our officeat 204 North Mill St. Please send original photos, scans or negatives years in prison and fined $41,000. For some reason, the fine was for- only. No newspaper clippings please. given and the prison term was shortened by executive clemency. The mystery was solved, but some may have believed justice was not done. ©Cheryl Mullenbach 100 years ago Olson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Center Association. May 17, 1916 Olson. John Lair, son of Mr. and Waldorf college of Forest Mrs. Webster Lair, is salutatorian. 10 years ago City has been approved by the May 17, 2006 Department of Public Instruction 25 years ago Daniel Sherman was among stu- for the twelve weeks normal train- May 15, 1991 dents honored Thursday, April 20, ing required for admission to the Farmers finally were in the fields during the 16th annual Pathways uniform county teachers’ examina- early this week, as some of the to Success Program at NIACC in tions and for the six weeks normal fields became dry enough for - till Mason City. training required for three points on ing and planting. More dry weather Fourth graders Rylan Heath, salary. is needed to allow planting to be Jenny Thompson, Megan Allison Lake Mills caried home two completed. Only an estimated ten and Brooke Hagen chose to create prizes from the County Spelling percent of the crop is planted in this posters to illustrate the dangers of contest held at Forest City Monday area. smoking and were recognized for evening. Four prizes were awarded The Lake Mills bowling team their efforts by their teacher, Sherry and the representatives from Lake sponsored by ECC Welding won the Kingston. All four entered a poster Mills school took third and fourth. Town and Country Bowling League contest that included entries from More cigarettes are being in Buffalo Center. Team members many different North Iowa schools, smoked by the young men of this include: Glenda Anderson; Marlene and Rylan won that areawide com- community at the present time than Hermanson; Cheryl Cavett; and, petition. at any time before to our knowl- Sandra Olson. Olson was also elect- edge. And there is a reason. One or ed bowler of the year by the Buffalo two of our local dealers have had them on sale in carton lots of ten packages to a carton. One dealer Graphic travels had several thousand of the “pills” on hand. Most of the young men us- around Europe ing cigarettes are of school age. Donna and Marloe Ellingson traveled with friends to Europe. It 75 years ago was a long-awaited honeymoon trip. May 14, 1941 The couple were married during the The high school auditorium was Vietnam conflict 45 years ago. As filled Sunday when the people of the U.S. stepped up the fighting in WCTA and Aureon donate Nam, Marloe's leave was cancelled this community gathered to pay and his R&R disappeared, as did tribute to Dr. P.A. Helgeson on his their honeymoon trip to Austria. So to LMCPD anniversary of 50 years in the medi- they decided, now was the time The Lake Mills Community Daycare and Preschool is expanding cal profession, all of which had been to go. They are pictured above at their infant and one-year-old areas to accommodate their waiting list. spent administering to the people of Belvedere, Vienna, Austria. They also visited the Grand Canal and WCTA recently gave a donation towards the project and supported this vicinity. St. Mark’s Square, Venice, Italy; an Aureon Charity Grant application. Aureon (formerly INS) also Reuben Holt, son of Mr. and Hoohensalzburg Fortress, Salzburg presented a grant towards the project Monday, May 16. Aureon Mrs. Edwin Holt, won the coveted Austria; and Lake Konigssee, created the charity grant program to support the communities served third degree of the national Future Berchtesgaden, Germany. by rural telephone companies, and to help community projects. Farmer organization—that of Iowa “Traveling with college friends, who Farmer. Pictured above (L-R): Aureon representative, Kent Atha; LMCPD know their way around the world, director, Ashley Brackey; and WCTA regulatory manager, John Walter Haugo, son of Mr. and was a fantastic experience. I could Kroger. Mrs. O.T. Haugo, was named out- not resist slipping an issue of the standing boy by final decision of a Graphic in our luggage,” commented committee from the Lions Club. He Ellingson. will be awarded a beautiful loving cup at commencement exercises.

50 years ago May 18, 1966 The 1966 Junior-Senior Banquet and Prom was climaxed during the second intermission of the Prom when the coronation took place. Crowned king and queen were Don Brackey and Laurie Anderson. Linda Rognes and Mark Thomas sang a duet to them. Members of the bowling team sponsored by the Farmers and Marchants State Bank met mem- bers of the Graphic-sponsored team in a golf match Monday evening. The Graphic team put up a gallant fight, but it was like trying to stop a thundering herd of elephants with BB guns. Open house will be held Sunday, May 22, from 1 to 5 p.m., at the Lake Mills Nursing Home. The public is invited to view this new modern addition to the Lake Mills community. Named as valedictorian at Emmons High school is Michael 4 • Lake Mills Graphic • May 18, 2016 • Society Bridal Shower

Sammy Nelson Jordan Hill An open house bridal shower honoring Sammy Nelson, Lake Mills, bride-to-be of Jordan Hill, Des Moines, will be held Saturday, May 28, from 9-11 a.m. at Grandma Phyllis’ 100-year-old historical home, 302 E. Main St., Lake Mills. The couple is registered at Target, and Bed, Bath & Beyond. 20-21p Club News CASS PIERCE & Bunco Babes Club BROOKE ADAMS The club met Thursday, May 5, at the home of Candy Hanna. Prizes were: Last Bunco–Rhonda Frisk; Announce Most Bunco–Sandy Skatter; Most Wins–Kathy Wirt; Most Losses– engagement Mary Sorenson; and Door prize– Brooke Adams and Cass Pierce, Sue Neuwohner. The club will meet both of Elk Point, S.D., are happy again in September. to announce their engagement and National Stamp Out Hunger campaign upcoming wedding. Lake Mills Area Garden Club Brooke is the daughter of Joe and collects 1,400 pounds of food The club will meet Monday, May Tanya Adams, Sioux Falls, S.D., Auxiliary hears program Lake Mills letter carriers, along with the help of Boy Scout Troop 44, collected 1,400 lbs. of food on 23, at 7 p.m. at the home of Bev and Michelle and Dave Smith, Har- “National Stamp Out Hunger” Saturday, May 14, thanks to the generous support of Lake Mills area and Ed Attig. Bring containers for a risburg, S.D. She is a 2010 graduate postal customers. Pictured above (L-R) are Boys Scouts: Cody Roth, Max Johnson, Tremaine Thorson, plant exchange. on Rice Lake artifacts of Beresford High School, Beres- Carl Roth (letter carrier, Terry Ringham) and Treiz VanHeiden. Scouts not pictured: Evan Langfald and ford, S.D., and is employed at Aala- Domanic Hagmann. Leland Senior Citizens Rocky Bridges and Dan Tiedman axes. They found a petrified bone din Industries, Elk Point, S.D. The Leland Senior Citizens will were guest speakers at the monthly and Tiedman had it analyzed. They Cass is the son of Gary and Jen- meet Tuesday, May 24, for a noon American Legion Auxiliary meeting found out that it was the bone of a elle Pierce, Lake Mills. He is a 2008 potluck in the Community Center. held May 9. They presented a pro- bison skull–proof that bison roamed graduate of LMHS, a 2010 graduate Spring’s beauty abounds in the gardens Meetings will be held next month, gram on Rice Lake artifacts. in Iowa. of Iowa Lakes Community College, Tuesdays, June 14 and June 28. Over the years, these two have When the DNR decided to drain Estherville, and a 2012 graduate BY CAROL HEGEL LANG found many arrowheads, spears, and Rice Lake, this gave the opportunity of South Dakota State University, LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC Brookings, S.D. He is employed for arrowhead hunters to find a trea- Oh my goodness, the beauty sure. at South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, McCook Lale, S.D. that abounds in the gardens nearly When the Norwegian immigrants The couple will be married at takes my breath away. The apple Graduation arrived, it was lush green land, with Graduation 4:30 p.m., June 18, 2016 at Em- trees were so filled with blossoms Open Open plenty of water. Animals they came manuel Lutheran Church, Beres- this year, as is my ‘Bridal Wreath’ upon were bear, elk, and bison, ford, S.D. spirea and the magnolias really House House which no longer roam the area. outdid themselves. Everywhere I Tribes would trade items. A pipe- look, there is color delighting my stone was found in the area; perhaps eyes and spirits. Even though my because of a trade. You won’t find bleeding hearts didn’t have as many blooms as some years, they are Sara Knudtson pottery intact, due to its fragility April Lake Mills Matthew Bjorklund gorgeous and the Virginia bluebells and years of farm work done on the Sunday, May 22 ambulance report have been spectacular. ground. The Lake Mills Ambulance Ser- This morning, the orioles, gros- Saturday, May 21 vice responded to 36 calls during the In 1839, a Winnebago tribe from beaks and warblers finally arrived 4:00-6:00 p.m. Wisconsin, broke away from the big month of April: 23 were transported 1:00-4:00 p.m. to Mason City, seven to Albert Lea, and this girl is absolutely giddy at her home tribe and moved to our area. That’s Emmons American Legion six non-transports. seeing them. With the heavy smoke 222 482nd St. how Winnebago Indians arrived Crew members responding were: from the forest fires in Canada Emmons, MN getting worried that indeed, they the Japanese maple, as the entire Lake Mills here. The name, Winnebago, means Casey Shaw, Jill Halvorson, Codi and northern Minnesota this week- were not going to linger here. top of it has severe dieback. So I “stinky water.” No burial grounds Thompson, December Debattista, end. I was beginning to wonder My butterfly milkweed is finally am certain this will probably be the have ever been found, as they cre- Mariah Dodd, Mike Johnson, Rachel if maybe they would change their poking through the ground, but the last year for it. One of the strange Holst, Zack Burtis, Gary Thomas, CJ mated their dead. flight pattern and bypass us. If you others are still hiding from me. In things, is the new hydrangeas that I Maricle, Cory Mathahs, Jason Athey, Graduation Graduation The next meeting of the auxiliary could have seen me sitting under the driveway garden, the meadow planted a couple of years ago, have Mike Dugger, Nikki Honsey, and the gazebo to keep my camera from Open Open will be held in September. Tara Ryan. blazing star is up several inches. very few leaves on the ones planted getting wet and filming them, wear- When they bloom, they are like in the ground under the pine, while House House ing a flannel shirt and long pants, a monarch magnet, so I am very those planted in containers are very you probably would have thought excited to add them to the gardens. lush. The ones in containers are on I had totally lost it. Just hearing I also planted some canna lilies the north side of the house, with them singing was so worth it all. this past week for the hummers. very little snow cover the past few Grant Fjelstad My husband’s cousin had called me Hopefully next week, the gardens years, it has surprised me that they Delaney Wilker Saturday, to let me know he had Card of Thanks will be dry enough for me to start survived. In the back garden, the Sunday, May 22 orioles at his place. That made me planting annual seeds in the new clethra is also not going to make it, Sunday, May 22 The family of Dean Farland would like to thank everyone for so jealous, because we only live a addition to the cutting garden. so I will try cutting it to the ground few blocks from each other and I 4:30-6:30 p.m. your care & concern at the time of Dean’s passing. Thank This winter was hard on several and see if that will rejuvenate it. 4:00-7:00 p.m. had not sighted any of them yet. On of my shrubs and the weigela are It is so good to be back in the at his home you for your prayers, cards, memorials, floral arrangements, Facebook, a few others had seen Emmons American Legion looking very sad, as is the Japanese gardens working daily, whether it is 19960B 500th St. & plants, & to those who brought food. Thank you to Pastor one or two, but they weren’t linger- Emmons, MN maple. For the past few years, I have planting, weeding, or just getting all Scarville Lynn, Mittlestadt Funeral Home, Hospice of the Heartland, ing in their yards, so I was really watched with sadness, the decline in of the gardens’ ornaments put out Winnebago County Health nurses, & the ladies who served and listening to the birds singing. the lunch. God bless you all. The wrens, while they no longer nest in my gardens because of the Ruby & Family Thank You feral cats, they do visit my gardens and sit on the fence and serenade We have been blessed by me. Now that the topper is on the the outpouring of generosity gazebo, I can enjoy being out dur- shown to our family during ing the hottest part of the day know- DAILY SPECIALS ing I can take a water break in the DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPAEDIC Card of Thanks the illness & recent death shade, along with Roosevelt. is pleased to have the following providers of Darlene. This community MONDAY–Closed I don’t even know where to begin to say thank you. My benefit was TUESDAY–Pollo Loco The other day, I made a diagram seeing Orthopaedic patients on the following dates wonderful & a day I will never forget. Thank you to the committee for of friends & family has been WEDNESDAY–Shrimp Burrito of the addition to the cutting garden THURSDAY–$1 Off Fajitas & Half Off Margaritas all your hard work, everyone who came, sent cards, donated at the so helpful, supportive & and marked where I will be planting Kyle Ryan, PA-C Chad Boyer, PA-C FRIDAY–Enchiladas all of the seeds. I can already see bank or Go Fund Me account, businesses & people who donated food, encouraging–We cannot SATURDAY– Burritos Deluxe in Buffalo Center—AM in Lake Mills silent auction & bake sale items, anonymous donors, Emmons Lutheran thank you enough for your SUNDAY–Kids Eat Free with each Adult Meal how beautiful this garden will be (Carry-out meals included) in summer, when it is ablaze with June 2 May 24 & June 14 Church & janitor, Emmons Legion & Somethin’ Country. The support love & care. & generosity were amazing.There were several times that I looked at the 846 Central Avenue, Northwood • 641-323-0000 color. From the kitchen window, crowd & saw many people that I didn’t even get to talk to. Thank you The Family of NOW OPEN ALL DAY. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., I will have a ringside view of the everyone for coming.. Thank you to Thrivent & Modern Woodman for Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Closed Mondays happenings in this garden, so I can Call 641-494-5210 for an appointment Darlene Madson Like us on Facebook your matching funds. As I’ve said several times, I am truly blessed to be enjoy not only the flowers, but the from such a caring community & words cannot express how grateful I am butterflies, birds, bees and insects to all of you. that will inhabit this garden space. Thank you & God Bless you all. COME SEE US FOR ALL YOUR The lilacs are blooming in not Rella Loyd only my garden, but also the neigh- SUMMER PLANTING NEEDS. borhood and I can smell their fra- grance as soon as I enter the gar- Bedding Plants dens. I have a small ‘Miss Kim’ in Trees Taking Over Your CRP or WRP? Annuals the front garden and in the secret Perennials garden the old-fashioned lavender, while behind the fence, my neigh- WE CAN HELP. Hanging Baskets bor has the deep purple, while to the Stuart Tanya Rachael Jeffrey Christine Covering all of your CPR & WRP Shrubs north there are white ones. I think maintenance needs, including: Trees we have all the colors covered right in our neighborhood. • Tree removal Patio Pots “Wouldn’t it be an exhilarat- • Brush cutting Vegetables ing tonic for the soul to take a • Chemical treatment moment to appreciate the simple, • Prescribed burning good things in life which are so • Grass seeding bountiful?” ~ Anonymous Albert Lea Seed House Send comments and questions –FREE QUOTES– Garden Center to: [email protected]. 1414 West Main • Albert Lea, MN • 507-377-2372 888-927-2549 Jeff: 515-708-6164 or Al: 641-590-0045 www.northiowatreeshredder.com www.albertleagardencenter.com HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. LMCS Communique • Lake Mills Graphic • May 18, 2016 • 5 Using teletherapy College News Minnesota State University, Mankato, Minn—Graduates: Jill to support students Budach, Lake Mills, BS, nursing, Magna Cum Laude. with speech concerns

For a moment, think back to a supports telepractice and states that time before computers, cell phones, it is an appropriate model of service tablets, video games and other tech- delivery for speech-language ser- nology. Things were very different, vices. ASHA requires that individu- weren’t they? Technology has been als who provide telepractice abide infused in almost every part of our by the same ASHA Code of Ethics, lives now. Our school districts are roles, responsibilities and preferred no different. Technology has trans- practice patterns, as is required for formed education and students to- all speech-language pathologists. day are more tech savvy than ever Telepractice services are ap- before and are comfortable oper- propriate for ating devices that didn’t exist in almost all stu- previous generations. The world dents, however, of speech-language pathology has each student is evolved as well. Teletherapy, also considered in- referred to as telepractice, is be- dividually. The coming more prevalent as an effec- child’s physi- tive method of delivering speech cal and sensory services. Telepractice is the use of abilities, cogni- telecommunications technology to tive function- Beal recognized by Governor Abbey honored at Truman State provide speech and language ser- Kristi ing, behavior, vices at a distance by linking the communication Branstad for academic excellence academic honor awards assembly speech-language pathologist to the Meyers skills, and level student for services using a comput- n of support are all Krister Beal, a student at Lake with the highest academic ranking Drake Abbey, Lake Mills, was Evenson, and the late John Abbey, er equipped with a web camera and considered prior Mills, was recognized by Gov. Terry based on grade point average for recognized as this year’s outstanding Lake Mills. At the university, he was video conferencing software. AEA 267 to beginning Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds their first seven semesters. Students graduate student in accounting at the involved in Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Telepractice speech sessions oc- services. Speech for outstanding academic achieve- selected for the award also had the annual academic honor awards as- Gamma Sigma, and the Volunteer cur in real-time and are very much Language ment at the Fourteenth Annual Gov- opportunity to recognize their favor- sembly that took place Friday, May Income Tax Assistance program. He like a video chat. The speech-lan- Pathologists at Area Education ernor’s Scholar Recognition Cer- ite/most influential teacher and will 6, on the Truman State University also served as a graduate teaching guage pathologist and student in- Agency 267 (AEA 267) are using emony, May 1, in Des Moines. receive a photo plaque of their meet- campus, Kirksville, Mo. This event and research assistant. Saxton receives teract to share audio, video, data teletherapy, in addition to face-to- The statewide program, spon- ing with Gov. Branstad and Lt. Gov. recognized outstanding students who Abbey graduated from Truman and images. Speech-language pa- face sessions, to meet the needs of sored by the Iowa Governor’s Of- Reynolds. have dedicated time, energy, and tal- State University’s master of accoun- AgVantage FS thologists may use tablets or iPads students served in our area. fice, Iowa High School Athletic Ninety-nine percent of those rec- ent to their academic areas. tancy program, Saturday, May 7. to share materials with students. Association and its title sponsor the ognized also participate in extra-cur- Abbey is a graduate of LMHS, The services delivered remain the Kristi Meyers is a speech-language Iowa Farm Bureau Federation, hon- ricular school activities, with more Scholarship same, only the method of delivery pathologist and discipline represen- ored 432 high school seniors from than 80 percent participating in at and is the son of Darla and Brad Bridget Saxton, a senior at Lake is slightly different. We have found tative with Area Education Agency across Iowa. least one interscholastic sport. More Mills Community High School, re- many of our students are actually 267 (AEA 267). She can be reached Each high school was invited to than 60 percent of the group plan to cently received the AgVantage FS more engaged by tapping into the at [email protected]. Area select their senior student or students continue their education in Iowa. LMCS Menu Scholarship. Saxton is planning to digital world for their service de- Education Agency 267 serves over major in Dairy Science Technology livery model. Telepractice can be 65,000 students. In addition, over Week of May 23-27 at Northeast Iowa Community used for assessment, intervention or 5,000 educators rely on AEA 267 Breakfast College in the fall. consultation with teachers and other for services in special education, Monday–Cereal, toast, juice, milk. The AgVantage FS Scholarship staff members. Services address school technology, media and in- Happenings at the Library Tuesday—Breakfast wrap, fruit, juice, multiple speech and language dis- structional/curriculum support. The milk. was established to recognize stu- orders including articulation, lan- agency’s service area reaches 18 Finally, we can open windows, can’t see light through the bottom of p.m. and just started signing away. Wedesday–Cereal, toast, juice, milk. dents who have achieved positive guage, voice, and fluency disorders. counties and nearly 9,000 square both at home and at the library. I the new door or get critters in the li- It is pretty awesome when your kin- Thursday–Breakfast bar, fruit, juice, academic records, have been active The American Speech-Language miles. love airing out the winter closed-up brary. But, it is also so much brighter dergarten teacher shows up. milk. in their communities with outstand- Hearing Association (ASHA) fully rooms. But Paul did complain one with the new paint. I am still hoping We have had some really great Friday–Scrambled eggs, muffin juice, ing leadership potential, and have morning about how loud the birds to get the new doors with automatic books show up this month from milk. had active participation in local or are at 4 a.m. There may or may not door openers installed this spring or well-established authors. There Lunch state clubs or community service have been swearing involved. We early summer for the benefit of all. is always a Stuart Woods and Monday–Hamburger on a bun, dark events that promote agriculture and have finally cleaned out the last And I can’t wait to get to the green- John Patterson book, but we also green leaf lettuce, tomato slice, oven environmental stewardship. The closet and even the refrigerator. I house to pick up the flowers for the have new this month “Glory over fries, strawberries & bananas, fresh fruit scholarship is open to any depen- choice, milk. figured mustard that expired in 2003 front of the library. We are updating Everything: Beyond the Kitchen dent of an AgVantage FS employee Tuesday–Sloppy Joe on a bun, tri could actually go. Glad our kids the bathrooms with new paint and House,” by Kathleen Grissom; “The tater, baked beans, peaches, fresh fruit or customer. didn’t see that one. It is so much fun there will be work done to the front Apartment,” by Danielle Steel; choice, milk. The AgVantage FS Board of to actually see cleaned off shelving of the library, behind the flower “Extreme Prey,” by John Sandford; Wednesday–Chicken nuggets, whole Directors believes in the importance in closets and the bare areas in the boxes, as the window panels are rot- “My Grandmother Asked Me to wheat roll & jelly, mashed potatoes & of preparation for a career in agri- refrigerator. Now, on to cleaning ting out. There’s always something. Tell You She’s Sorry,” by Fredrik gravy, peas, pears, canned fruit choice, culture or agribusiness, and they are windows on the house and picking As you read in the Lake Mills Backman; and two of Tony’s book. milk. pleased to award 10 $1,000 scholar- up branches in the yard. Any offers Graphic, author Tony Wirt was here Some of the new movies are “The Thursday–Ham & cheese sub, sweet ships to deserving students. of help? on Monday, April 25, to sell and 5th Wave,” “Coat of Many Colors,” potato fries, green beans, fresh grapes, This month we had a new door sign his book “A Necessary Act.” ”Jane Got a Gun,” “The Lady in the honey apple crisp, canned fruit choice, installed on the back entry to the The book signing was to start at 7 Van,” and “The Revenant.” milk. Friday–Cheese pizza, tossed salad, library and we can’t get over how p.m., but we had people here before See you at the Lake Mills Public fresh baby carrots, apple, canned fruit great the improvement is. First we 6 p.m. and Tony was here by 6:30 Library. choice, milk.

Terry Gasper/LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC LMCS School Board www.lmgraphic.com Front, Left to Right: Kathy Christianson, Ryan Joynt. Back: Don WINNEBAGO AGENCY Knudtson, Kristie Smith, Teresa Fritz and Superintendent Chad 301 W. Main • Lake Mills, Iowa Kohagen. 641-592-1271 or 1-866-592-1271 See Renee Ingledue, Terry Olsen, Cathy Bernhard or Bill Tweeten 102 S. Main, Rake • See Agent Jackie Joynt – 641-566-3545 MAY 19 MAP Testing, Elementary Var. B/G State Track @ Drake Stadium 8 a.m. Vocational Rehab, Room 125 7 p.m. Comm. Ed.–Dave Ramsey, LMC 20 MAP Testing, Elementary PBIS Event, MS Kickball, HS Gym Seniors Last Day Daisy Girl Scout Meeting, Room 125 Var. B/G State Track @ Drake Stadium 10 a.m. Var. Boys District Golf, TBA 2 p.m. Graduation Practice, HS Gym 6 p.m. 4th Gr. Youth Baseball Practice, MS Gym 7 p.m. Community Marching Band Preview 21 Var. B/G State Track @ Drake Stadium 22 2 p.m. Graduation, HS Gym Watch Videos & 23 7 a.m. Driver’s Education Class, Auditorium 10 a.m. Var. Girls Regional Golf, TBA Order Photos 5:30 p.m. JV/Var. Baseball @ West Hancock 6 p.m. JV/Var. Softball @ West Hancock from the 24 7 a.m. Driver’s Education Class, Auditorium 5:30 p.m. JV/Var. Baseball @ West Fork, Sheffield LMMS Musical 6 p.m. JV/Var. Softball @ West Fork, Sheffield 7 p.m. Open Gym, HS Gym (MS Project) 25 7 a.m. Band Rehearsal, Marching Band Practice “Little Mermaid JR” 7:45 a.m. Football Meeting, Auditorium 11:41 a.m. FCCLA Meeting, Room 125 2:10 p.m. EARLY DISMISSAL: TEACHER INSERVICE 5:30 p.m. JV/Var. Baseball vs. Belmond-Klemme, Home USA Volleyball Practice, HS Gym 6 p.m. JV/Var. Softball vs. Belmond-Klemme, Home 26 7 a.m. Driver’s Education Class, Auditorium 5 p.m. Health Reach Free Physicals, Grades 6-11 Bus leaves at 4:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. JV/Var. Baseball @ Central Springs 6 p.m. JV/Var. Softball @ Central Springs 7 p.m. Comm. Ed.–Dave Ramsey, LMC Order an online subscription 27 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Var. Boys State Golf, TBA to the LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC 7 a.m. Driver’s Education Class, Auditorium 9 a.m. Kindergarten Picnic & stay up-to-date on 5:30 p.m. JV/Var. Baseball @ Bishop Garrigan 6 p.m. JV/Var. Softball @ Bishop Garrigan local news & events Youth Baseball Practice, 4th Gr. 28 North Iowa Band Festival, Mason City 6 • Lake Mills Graphic • May 18, 2016 • Obits/Religion confirmed at Sion Lutheran Church, Louise Thompson, Ardis Lukins, rural Lake Mills. Elinor Green and Gladys Hull. In 1965, Linda graduated from Lake Mills High School and went on to graduate from University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls. Linda lived in Clear Lake, for a number of years before settling back in the Albert Lea and Lake Mills area. ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Food Bank; 8 a.m. Memorial Day Program at 107 East Main, Lake Mills Immanuel Cemetery, Scarville; 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. While working, Linda was a 641-592-1106 Memorial Day Meal at Silver Lake; 1 - 4 p.m. teacher and a social worker. She Sunday–9 a.m. Worship; 10 a.m. Forest City Neighborhood Food Bank held various positions at Brookside Fellowship; 10:15 a.m. Youth and Adult Sunday Tuesday–9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parish Office Pastor’s Corner School, ALC, and Freeborn County School Hours; 9-11:30 a.m. Office Hours, Pastor Randy Human Services. She started and BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH at Immanuel; 2:30 p.m. Text Study; 4 p.m. Staff Laurel Domokos, Pastor ran the surrogate program and was Thompson• 641-584-2535 Meeting; 7 p.m. Stephen’s Ministry at Salem Pastor Lynn Noel Wednesday–9 a.m.-1 p.m. Parish Office Word of Faith Dominion Church also very involved in the Teen Sunday–9:45 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Hours; 9-11:30 a.m. Office Hours, Pastor Randy Parent Program. Traditional Worship at Winnebago; 10 a.m. Bible Study at Mills Linda married Ronald ‘Rudy’ Wednesday–3 p.m. Confirmation Harbour; 3:30-5 p.m. Office Hours, Pastor Bill We began a series last week on angels. This on earth. There are “messenger” angels that Rognes on March 27, 1999 in Las BETHEL LUTHERAN at Bethany is such an interesting study and I’ve found peo- do deliver to mankind. One is Gabriel, an arch- Ardis R. Nelson Vegas, Nevada. They made their BRETHREN CHURCH Thursday–9 a.m.-1 p.m. Parish Office ple (including myself) to be so curious and so angel, who delivered God’s message to Mary 2 1/2 Miles South of Joice on S 14 home on a farm near Bear Lake. Hoursl; 9-11:30 a.m. Office Hours, Pastor misinformed as to what angels are and what it about the birth of Jesus Christ. He is God’s Jensen In her free time, Linda enjoyed Pastor Kevin Olson Bill at Winnebago; 9 a.m. Colleague Group at 641-588-3460 Resource Center, Pastor randy; 7 p.m. Bible is they do. Hopefully, we can give some clarity. leading or highest-ranking messenger. May 26, 1924 – spending time reading, dancing, Kenneth V. Sunday–8:55-9:15 a.m. Bethel Choir; 9-10 Study at Winnebago What kinds of angels are there? The Bible Michael another archangel, apparently had May 11, 2016 singing, shopping, and being with a.m. Sunday School; 10 a.m. Coffee Fellowship; Friday–9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Parish Office Hours; has a lot to say about them. an assignment as a military leader. This proba- her numerous dogs. Linda liked 10:25 a.m. Worship (Bethel Singers); 2 p.m. LM 1-2 p.m. Assemble and Fold Bulletins at Angels not only have rank, but they appar- bly makes him the head of the warrior angels— Ardis Jensen, 91, Albert Lea, to entertain friends and family on Thompson Graduation Service Winnebago ently have proper names as well. We are only another kind of angel. Michael stands up for Minn., passed away at St. John’s various occasions- from Easter egg August 28, 1931 – Wednesday–6 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer BETHANY told the personal names of three angels— God’s people and opposes God’s enemies. Lutheran Home, Wednesday, hunts for the children, to large fam- BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 Franke St., Joice • 641-588-3366 Gabriel, Michael, and Lucifer, who was one of Angels in general are messengers. They May 5, 2016 Vinje Sunday–9 a.m. Worship w/Holy May 11, 2016. Funeral services ily Christmas dinners. All were wel- the cherubim. We don’t know whether every deliver messages and deliver people from dan- Pastor Spering Scott Communion; 10:15 a.m. Fellowship, WELCA angel has a name or not, although it is very ger when God ordains it. They protect and were Sunday, May 15, at First comed into her home graciously. Kenneth V. Thompson, 84, Presbyterian Church, Albert Lea, Jackson, Ga., passed away 319-350-7629 Wednesday–3:30-5 p.m. Pastor Bill at probable that each does. defend, even helping to fight battles when it Linda is survived by her hus- Sunday–10 a.m. Worship Bethany Minn. with Reverend Dwight Thursday, May 5, 2016, at his home. The apparent highest-ranking class of is within God’s will. They minister to God’s band, Ronald ‘Rudy’ Rogness; IMMANUEL angels are the cherubim. These are mentioned people in various ways. Angels minister to Netzer officiating. Interment was His wishes were to be cremated. CHAPEL HILL RETREAT 105 E 3rd St., Scarville daughter, Lisa (Perry) Satullo, 85 times in the Bible. Cherubim guarded the believers by revealing, guiding, providing, pro- held in Hillcrest Cemetery. Kenneth Vernon Thompson Pastor Bob Beery, Billie Beery, 1-641-568-3666 Albert Lea, Minn.; grandchil- garden of Eden with flaming swords (Gen. tecting, delivering, strengthening, encouraging, Ardis R. (Nelson) was born May was born in Lake Mills, Aug. 28, Proprietors Sunday–8 a.m. Worship; 9 a.m. Fellowship dren: Alicia (Nick) Hoiseth, Lake 274 370th St., Joice, IA LUNDER 3:24). They were the symbols that God directed assisting in answering prayer and attending 26, 1924 in Irene, S.D. to Richard Mills; and Nick Kuhlemeier, 1931, the first son of Joseph K. 641-797-2500 Moses to put on the lid of the ark of the cov- ones who have died in Christ. and Minnie (Morrison) Nelson. and Victoria (Nelson) Thompson. 14982 735th Ave. • Albert Lea, Minn. Albert Lea, Minn.; great-grandson, www.chapelhillretreat.org 507-373-6668 enant. Cherubim have wings and a face. Next time we will look at other angels men- She attended and graduated from Chambers Hoiseth; sisters: Irene He was baptized and confirmed at Sunday–9:30 a.m. Last Day of Sunday Seraphim also have wings—actually they tioned in the Bible and what they are assigned Salem Lutheran Church. EMMONS LUTHERAN Marian High School in 1942. She Bock, Albert Lea, Minn.; Hazel Rev. Christopher Martin School; 11 a.m. Worship w/Learn About Lunder have six wings. Two wings cover their face, two to do by God and how they interact with us. went on to Eastern State Teachers Willert, Lake Mills; Virginia Kenneth attended Lake Mills 490 Pearl St., Emmons, MN Day; Noon-3 p.m. Lunder Workday, Cleaning cover their feet, and they fly with the other two This study is not meant to be exhaustive—I College in South Dakota, where Peterson, Albert Lea, Minn.; and High School, and later entered the 507-297-5471 After Worship & Following Potluck Meal (Isaiah 6:2). They are seen in connection with don’t believe we can ever exhaust this subject. she earned her teaching degree. Her U.S. Army, serving in the Korean Thursday–10 a.m. Adult Bible Study SILVER LAKE the glory of God, along with the cherubim. The I am however, grateful for the service of angels Terry (Patrick) Cunningham, Twin 705 Silver Lake Rd., Northwood first job was teaching at Viborg, Lakes, Minn.; brother, Tom (Susan) War. He re-enlisted in the U.S. Air Sunday–9 a.m. Holy Trinity Worship w/Holy name seraphim means “the burning ones.” In on my behalf and the ones I love. Angels are Communion and Graduate Recognition; 10:15 641-293-5556 Isaiah 6, they were seen hovering above and on very real beings and we hope to dispel fear and S.D. This is where she would meet Henderson,Owatonna, Minn.; as Force and served in many locations Sunday–9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 a.m. her future husband. throughout the world. It was during Sunday School, Fellowship w/Presentation of both sides of God’s throne. fiction regarding these great gifts given to aid well as many nieces and nephews. Taylor Dahl’s trip to Hawaii Fellowship She then moved to Ramona, S.D. his time in the service that he met WINNEBAGO The Bible never mentions that cherubim or mankind and bring worship to Almighty God. Linda was preceded in death Tuesday-June Newsletter Deadline seraphim deliver messages from God to people Blessings. where she taught third, fourth and by her parents, Thomas and Ida and married his wife, Betty Ruth. Wednesday–2:40 p.m. Youth Group Meets 40029 210th Ave., Lake Mills fifth grades. She later moved to The couple raised four children: FERTILE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMC 641-567-3550 Henderson; sisters: Helen and Sunday–9:45 a.m. Fellowship; 10:30 a.m. Albert Lea, Minn., where she taught Dee, Ricky, Mark and Eric. Lay Minister David Halverson Bible Class Karen; brother-in-law, Bob; and Worship ST. PATRICK • Britt 602 W. Washington St., Fertile Thursday-7 p.m. Scarville Lutheran School Sunday–7:15 a.m. Reconciliation; 8 a.m. in the Maple Island School District. nieces and nephews: Brandon, Following his military service, Thursday–1:30 p.m. Winnebago WELCA at 641-797-2767 8th Grade Graduation and School Friends Mass She would also work as a Teacher’s Kenneth was employed by Eastern Winnebago Krystal, Jaydon, and Kristina. [email protected] Meeting Wednesday–5 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:30 Aide at the Emmons School for a Airlines in Atlanta, Ga., until his re- PILOT KNOB LUTHERAN CHURCH (AALC) www.fertilelutheranchurch.org CENTER p.m. Mass number of years. In her later years, tirement. Pastor Bob G. Snitzer Sunday–9:30 a.m. Worship; 10:30 Sunday 19266 440th St., Leland Friday–7:30 a.m. Mass; 9 a.m. Mass at 2391 330th St., Forest City she worked as a Home Health Aide He is survived by his wife, Betty School 641-592-9090 Westview 1-641-581-3070 for Freeborn County for several Ruth, Locust Grove, Ga.; son, John Monday-7 p.m. Ruth Circle Sunday–8 a.m. Radio Program, 107.3 FM; ST. JAMES CHURCH • Forest City [email protected] years. (Gaye) Larson, Mankato, Minn.; Thursday-9:30 a.m. Mary Circle 11 a.m. Divine Service Saturday–2 p.m. Reconciliation www.pilotknob.org LAKE MILLS/LIME CREEK/ Sunday–10:30 a.m. Mass On April 6, 1947, she was united daughter, Dee Jones; sons: Ricky Sunday–7 a.m. Listen to Message on KIOW SOMBER LUTHERAN PARISH SION LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMC) Monday–7:30 a.m. Mass in marriage to Oliver H. Jensen at Thompson, Mark Thompson, Radio 107.3 FM; 9 a.m. Worship; 10:15 a.m. David Emmons, Pastor Pastor Steve Bang Tuesday–4:30 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:30 First Presbyterian Church, Albert and Eric Thompson; and his Sunday School 203-940-3794 4525 Finch Ave., rural Lake Mills p.m. Mass SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH Lea, Minn. To this union, the couple grandchildren, all from Georgia; [email protected] 641-592-8892 Thursday–7:30 a.m. Mass Pastor Joel Guttormson was blessed with five children. three sisters: Sharon Gahman, www.fivepointparish.com Sunday–10 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship; 11 ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH Pastor Melinda McCluskey Oliver had a stroke in 1982, and Des Moines; Arleen (Edward) LAKE MILLS a.m. Worship Lake Mills 401 S. Lake St., Lake Mills 107 N. 1st Ave E. Thursday–9:30 a.m. Bible Study Led by Sunday–7:45 a.m. Reconciliation; 8:30 a.m. Ardis cared for him every day, until Novotny, Garretsville, Ohio; and 1-641-592-1771 Sunday—8:30 a.m. Worship and Fellowship Pastor Steve Mass the day he passed away. Susan (Allen) Dolen, Bettendorf; Friday–10 p.m. Girl Scouts, Room #4 SOMBER Wednesday–5:15 p.m. Mass Aside from her love of teaching, two brotehrs: Roger K. (Cheryl) Sunday–9 a.m. Worship Service, 575 450th St., Lake Mills ARCHANGELS CATHOLIC CLUSTER Sanctuary; 10 a.m. Graduate Reception/Coffee Ardis enjoyed gardening, reading, Thompson, Des Moines; and James Sunday—8:30 a.m. Worship and Fellowship Fr. James Dubert, Pastor WEST PRAIRIE LUTHERAN CHURCH Fellowship, Fellowship Hall; 10:40 a.m. Youth and Sudoku puzzles. She enjoyed (Kathy) Thompson, Lake Mills; and at Lake Mils 641-923-2329 (LCMC) Choir, Chapel; Family Graduation reception, volunteering at many various places many nieces and nephews. Wednesday–6 p.m. Bible Study Fr. Paul Lippstock, Sacramental Priest Pastor Steve Bang Fellowship Hall Kenneth was preceded in death LIME CREEK 641-585-4856 40041 150th Ave., Leland • 567-3675 such as the Girl Scouts, 4H, and Monday–2-5 p.m. Food Shelf Open 24076 495th St. • Lake Mills, IA Wednesday–All Sites Faith Formation Sunday–8:30 am. Worship Service w/Holy at First Presbyterian Church. Ardis by his parents; a brother, Ronald Tuesday-7 p.m. Stephens Ministry, Lounge Sunday—8:30 a.m. Worship and Fellowship Classes Communion; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 9:45 a.m. always thought of others before W. Thompson; and brother-in-law, Wednesday–1:45 p.m. Mills Harbour at Lake Mills ST. PATRICK • Buffalo Center Sunday School; 7 p.m. Youth Group herself. She loved her family dearly, Francis (Tiny) Gahman. Communion; 2:30 p.m. LMCC Communion; ONE IN CHRIST LUTHERAN PARISH Saturday–5:45 p.m. Reconciliation; 6:15 Wednesday–7 p.m. Bible Study 3:30-5 p.m. Piano Lessons, Lounge; 6 p.m. and often would call each one of her Pastor Randy Baldwin p.m. Mass Informal Worship, Chapel children every day just to check up Pastor Bill Peters ST. BONIFACE • Garner WORD OF FAITH DOMINION CHURCH on them. Wayne M. Urban Thursday–9-1 p.m. Office Hours, Pastor Saturday–8:30 p.m. Reconciliation Full Gospel, Pentecostal SCARVILLE/CENTER SYNOD LUTHERAN Bill at Winnebago; 9 - 11:30 a.m. Office Hours, Sunday–10 a.m. Mass Pastors Doug & Laurel Domokos Those left to carry on her legacy July 20, 1930 – PARISH Pastor Bill at Winnebago; 7 p.m. Bible Study at Thursday–8 a.m. Mass; 8:40 a.m. Associate Pastor Steve Johnson include her children: Carol (Gary) Pastor Thomas L. Rank May 8, 2016 Winnebago Reconciliation 45005 210th Ave., Lake Mills Oney, Mankato, Minn.; Annette SCARVILLE Friday–9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Office Hours; 1-2 ST. WENCESLAUS • Duncan 641-592-7150 • www.holyfire.net Wayne M. Urban, 85, Lake 411 Logan St., Scarville Jensen, Faribault, Minn.; Brenda p.m. Assemble and Fold Bulletins at Winnebago Saturday–3 p.m. Reconciliation; 4 p.m. Sunday–10 a.m. Worship Celebration Mills, passed away peacefully 641-568-3372 (Roger) Swanson, Albert Lea, Minn.; Sunday–The Holy Trinity; 3 p.m. Daniel Mass Wednesday–7 p.m. Crave Youth at The Sunday–8 a.m. Radio Program, 107.3 FM; 9 Judy Busman, Chandler, Minn.; Sunday, May 8, 2016, at the Muse Baldwin’s Ordination at Immanuel Monday–4:30 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:30 Bridge a.m. Divine Service; 10 a.m. Sunday School and and Ramona (Doug) Jacobson, Norris Hospice Unit, Mason City. Monday–Memorial Day; No Lake Mills p.m. Mass Chanhassen, Minn.; grandchildren: A memorial service was held Kristy (Kaleb) Hurley, Jeffrey Friday, May 13, at Asbury United Swanson, Jessamy Schaap, Andy Methodist Church, Lake Mills, with Busman, Kirsten Jacobson, Megan Reverend Shirley Hoffmann-Will Busman, and Gunnar Jacobson; officiating. Inurnment will take The following community minded great-grandchildren: Jairus, Izara, place in Cedar Cemetery, Cherokee, and Zoe Hurley; brother, Sherman at a later date. Mittelstadt Funeral (Pat) Nelson; sister in-law, Phyllis Home, Lake Mills, was in charge businesses support our local churches . . . Kerr; as well as many other loving of arrangements. Family suggests relatives and friends. that memorials can be made to: She is preceded in death by Hospice of North Iowa or Lake Roger D. Marpe her husband, Oliver; both parents, Mills Ambulance. October 6, 1929 – Wayne M. Urban was born Albert Lea Public Warehouse Randall L. Winter, D.D.S. Richard and Minnie; son in-law, May 11, 2016 Irv Busman; grandson in-law, Eric July 20, 1930, in Larrabee, the son LM Location­ Norsemen Kyle P. Winter, D.D.S. Schaap; siblings: Nila (Earl) Taylor, of Charles and Florence Emma Roger D. Marpe, 86, rural 402 N. 2nd Avenue W. (Arrsmith) Urban. He graduated Northwood, passed Wednesday, FAMILY DENTISTRY Wanda (Stan) Dowd, and a brother Lake Mills, IA 50450 from Larrabee High School in 1948. May 11, 2016, at Mercy Medical 101 Fourth Street NW in infancy; as well as nephews, Ph. 641-592-4600 Funeral Home & Cremation David Taylor and Michael Taylor. On June 25, 1949, he was united Center North Iowa, Mason City. A Buffalo Center, IA 50424 in marriage to Bonnie Elsbury in funeral service was held Saturday, FAX 641-592-4601 BART D. WINTER & AMY A. EDGERTON Boise, Idaho. They moved to Lake May 14, at Emmons Lutheran Albert Lea, MN • Clear Lake, IA 902 East Main 641-592-0221 106 East Main 641-592-5060 1-800-763-4935 New patients are Mills in 1962. Church, Emmons, Minn., with Lake Mills, IA • Garner, IA • Omaha, NE Lake Mills, IA 50450 FAX 641-592-0223 Lake Mills, IA FAX 641-592-5066 641-562-2297 always welcome. He served as Lake Mills City Pastor Christopher Martin officiat- Clerk for 15 years, was a mem- ing. Burial was held in Oak Lawn ber of Asbury United Methodist Cemetery, rural Emmons, with the WINNEBAGO MUTUAL Church, and served as director of American Legion Louis/Tveite Post INSURANCE ASSOC. KIRSCHBAUM Elderbridge Agency on Aging. #317 conducting military honors. 301 W. Main, Lake Mills ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING Wayne loved to tinker with Roger Dean Marpe was born Oct. and fix things with his hands. He 6, 1929, in Albert Lea, Minn., the 641-592-1271 & HEATING 24582 Lakeside Drive could fix anything. While work- son of Louis George and Augusta 106 W. Main St. Lake Mills, IA 50450 ing on these various projects, there W. “Babe” (Simonson) Marpe. He Lake Mills, Iowa was always a game on, either the was baptized at home and confirmed Lake Mills, IA 50450 641-592-1036 Iowa Hawkeyes, Minnesota Twins, at the Swedish Lutheran Church 641-592-8831 641-592-0041 HARRIS D. HONSEY, Broker Vikings, or Chicago Cubs. He en- near Kiester, Minn. Roger attended joyed cooking, baking sugar cook- country school and graduated from ies, making caramel corn, and talk- Emmons High School, following DAVE’S AUTO Linda Marie ing with friends over coffee. which, he attended Mankato State 1307 6th St. SW He is survived by his loving wife Teachers College, Mankato, Minn. Mason City, IA SERVICE Boleneus Bonnie, Lake Mills; son, Ron (Jan) After battling polio at the age of Urban, Columbia, S.C.; daughter 19, Roger was drafted into the U.S. WAGNER TIRE 101 Lake & Main St. July 20, 1947 – Kelly Krapek, Minnetonka, Minn.; Army. He served through the end of 800-472-6931 Larson Manufacturing Lake Mills, IA 50450 May 9, 2016 grandchildren: John Krapek (Becky the Korean War and was stationed 641-592-9951 Hwy. 69 West Company Engel), St. Paul, Minn.; Annie in Germany, Texas, and Oregon. 500 N. Larson St. E. Linda M. Boleneus, 68, passed Lake Mills, IA 50450 641-592-5810 away Monday, May 9, 2016 at St. Krapek (Joel Hilden), Minneapolis, Being honorably discharged www.CorporateFarmer.com Lake Mills, IA 50450 Since 1973 John’s Lutheran Home, Albert Lea, Minn.; and Robert (Jordan) Urban; from his military service, Roger re- Minn. Memorial services were and great-grandson, Davis Urban, turned home to Zona Mae Rovang. Helgeson Appraisal held Friday, May 13, at Bonnerup Savannah, Ga.; sisters: Alice The couple was married Oct. 17, Your Home Funeral Service, Albert Lea, Minn., Magana, Summerton, Ariz.; and 1954, at Emmons Lutheran Church. 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(Mechanical Engineering) developing and facilitating strate- from the University of Poona, Pune, gic planning and new business de- India. velopment processes at Winnebago Bhattacharya will be based Industries. out of Winnebago’s Burnsville, “With Ashis, we will work to cre- Minn. office, but will spend -a sig ate a stronger vision for Winnebago nificant amount of time at all of the Industries,” said Winnebago Company’s North American loca- Industries President and CEO tions and in the market with dealers Michael Happe. “We will also im- and end customers. prove the robustness and effective- ness of our annual and long-range strategic planning capabilities and be disciplined and thorough in our search to identify and realize new, Down Home Cooking profitable revenue opportunities.” by Bhattacharya joins Winnebago Bonnie Kay Baldwin Industries from Honeywell, where he most recently was Vice President, SPICY BEEF SALAD 1 (6 oz.) can pitted ripe olives, Strategy, Alliances and Internet of Photos courtesy of Kelly Gau 1/2 lb. bone-in beef sirloin steak drained and halved Things (IoT) for the Sensing and 1/3 c. lime juice 2/3 c. olive oil LMHS Music Dept. earns Division I ratings at Large Group Contest Productivity Solutions division. 1 Tbsp. brown sugar 1/3 c. red wine vinegar Prior to that role, Bhattacharya was 1 Tbsp. soy sauce 2 Tbsp. lemon juice On Saturday, May 7, the Lake Mills Concert Band and Chorus traveled to Emmetsburg for the Iowa High School Music Association (IHSMA) Vice President, Global Marketing 1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil 1 Tbsp. minced fresh basil, or 1 tsp. Large Group Contest. The Lake Mills High School Concert Band, under the direction of Benjamin Faugstad, performed “Beyond The Higher and Business Development for 2 tsp. minced fresh mint dried Skies” by Robert Sheldon and “Redemption” by Rossano Galante. The Lake Mills High School Concert Chorus, under the direction of Linda the Sensing and Control division. 1 jalapeno pepper, minced 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper Saxton, performed “Who Can Sail Without the Wind,” a Swedish folksong arranged by Dan Forrest, and “Lamentations of Jeremiah” by Z. Before joining Honeywell, he was 2-3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 tsp. garlic powder Randall Stroope. The performances by both ensembles earned Division I (Superior) ratings. The exceptional work of these music students employed with Moog, Motorola and 1 t6sp. grated fresh ginger root, or Thread peppers onto metal or throughout the year was aided by the support of parents and community members alike. Bain and Company in a variety of 1/4 tsp. ground ginger soaked wooden skewers; grill or roles including a role with Moog 1 lg. sweet red pepper, julienned broil for 10-12 minutes, or until as Group Vice President–Global 1/2 med. cucumber, chopped edges of peppers are browned. 6 c. torn mixed salad greens Remove from skewers and place OBITS Partially freeze beef. Slice across in a large bowl. Add onion, cheese From Page 6 Senior four-man the grain into thin strips; set aside. and olives; toss gently. Cover and best shot results For dressing, combine lime juice, refrigerate. Combine vinaigrette passions including farming, golf- Men’s Senior 4-man best shot for sugar, soy sauce, basil and mint; set ingredients in a jar with tight-fitting ing, hunting, fishing, and traveling. May 11 had the team of Vic Garza, aside. In a nonstick skillet coated lid. Shake well. Pour over the He enjoyed farming, even planting Jim Anderson, Steve Kay and Kent with nonstick cooking spray, saute pepper mixture just before serving; beans the week prior to his health jalapeno pepper, garlic and ginger toss to coat. declining. He golfed at Arrowhead Jasperson winning with a 59. Sec- ond were the teams of Dave Iverson, for 30 seconds. Add beef; stir-fry Golf Course with his buddies; until beef reaches desired doneness. hunted and fished locally and on Merle Behr, Terrry Rodberg; and Remove beef mixture from pan; 8-MINUTE LIGHT ‘N FRUITY excursions with family and friends; Dean Mathiason, Paul Yost, Wayne and made countless memories tak- VanVeldhuizen, Mike Strothman gently toss with red pepper and GELATIN PIE ing trips to Europe, Hawaii, and with a 62. cucumber. Place salad greens in a 1 (3 oz.) box gelatin Alaska. He was active in the Worth large serving bowl; top with beef 2/3 c. boilling water County Northern Prairie Pheasants mixture. Add dressing to pan and 2 c. ice cubes Forever, Ducks Unlimited, and bring to boil; remove from heat and 8 oz. whipped topping (can use lite) Worth County Soil and Water Men’s stag day results drizzle over salad. Toss to coat. 1 (8-9-inch) graham cracker pie Conservation, of which he was Men’s stag day results for Thurs- crust Chairman. Roger was active with day, May 12, are as follows. GRILLED THREE PEPPER Completely dissolve the gelatin the Louis/Tveite American Legion Longest Putt–Doug Wetzel SALAD in boiling water, stirring for 3 Post #317 in Emmons where he had (#1), and Craig Braget (#18); Clos- 2 lg. green peppers, cut into 1-inch minutes. Add ice cubes; stir until been the Commander. est to Pin–Kris Singelstad (#2), pieces thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove Survivors include his wife, Zona Mae Marpe, rural Northwood; Steve Richeson, (#4), Jason Slat- 2 lg. red peppers, cut into 1-inch any unmelted ice. Using a whisk, three sons: Scott (Diane Honsey) tum (#6), Jerry Kephart (#12), and pieces blend in whipped topping. Whip Marpe, Emmons, Minn.; Todd Craig Braget (#14); Longest Drive: 2 lg. yellow peppers, cut into until smooth. Chill until mixture (Roxie) Marpe, Northwood; and Rusty Schipper (#8), and Don Hel- 1-inch pieces will mound and spoon into crust. Kary Marpe, Minneapolis, Minn.; geson (#13); Closest to 150 Mark- 1 lg. red onion, halved and sliced Let set until firm and serve with three grandchildren: Nicole (Brad) er–Bruce Adams; Most Chip-Ins– thinly extra whipped topping, if desired. Edwards, Hollandale, Minn.; Sara Sherylee Gasper/LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC Terry Baynes; and Least Putts–John 1 lb. bulk Mozzarella cheese, cut Variation: You can also put (Jourdan) Ingledue, Northwood; Brighton. into bite-size pieces some fresh fruit in the filling. and Zachary Marpe, Waverly; and four great-grandchildren: Ryker, Color run slightly “polar” Harper, and Xander Edwards and The second annual Color Run was held Saturday morning in almost “polar” conditions, as temps were Aleah Ingledue. in the mid to upper 30s with a brisk northwest wind. Thirty runners and walkers were garbed in scarves, He was preceded in death by his stocking hats, and long sleeves. They raised approximately $500, the majority of which will go to the parents. Winnebago County Relay for Life team, and the remainder for student council activities. Death notice Edison Harlan Meland, 92, Lake Mills, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Mayo Health Care-Albert Lea, Minn. Services are pending at Mittelstadt Funeral Home, Lake Mills.

Funeral notices Elaine J. (Bergland) Hallstrom, 88, Lake Mills, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2016, at Good Samaritan Society, Forest City. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 19, at Word of Faith Dominion Church, rural Lake Mills, with Pastor Doug Domokos officiating. Burial will be in Salem Lutheran Cemetery, Lake Mills. Visitation will be today (Wednesday), May 18, from 4-6 p.m. at Mittelstadt Funeral Home, Lake Mills, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Iolet E. “Dot” Anderson, 84, Lake Mills, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2016, at the Lake Mills Care Center. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 21, at Bethel Lutheran Church, Vinje, with Pastor Spering Scott officiating. Burial will be in the Bethel Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, May 20, from 5-7 p.m. at Mittelstadt Funeral Home, Lake Mills and will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. 10 • Lake Mills Graphic • May 18, 2016 • Legals LMCS Board Minutes Winn. Co. Supervisor Minutes Probate Winn. Co. Courthouse News May 3, 2016 LAKE MILLS COMMUNITY SCHOOL elem. supplies ...... 186.50 NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF ADMINISTRATOR, The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors met in session at 9:00 A.M. May 3, 2016 adjourned from April BOARD OF EDUCATION Hillyard/Hutchinson, custodial supplies. . . 2,230.45 AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS Stoneridge LLC to James 26, 2016. LAND TRANSFERS MAY 9TH, 2016 5:00 P.M. Huber Supply Co, Inc, cylinder refills . . . . .111.50 Probate No. ESPR010628 Joebgen and Dixie Joebgen, a Regular Board Meeting: Idville, high school supplies...... 168.30 Present: Supervisors Stensrud, Jensvold and Durby Winnebago County Sheriff, The meeting was called to order by Kathy Christianson Int’l Music Co, trumpet solo...... 9.38 Absent: THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT Wells Fargo Bank NA, Wells tract of land in section 22, Center at 5:00 PM. A quorum was determined. Members Iowa Assn of School Boards...... 70.00 On a motion by Durby and seconded by Stensrud the Supervisors moved to approve the minutes for the April WINNEBAGO COUNTY 26, 2016 Board Meeting and approve the agenda for May 3, 2016. All voted aye. Motion carried. present were Vice President Kathy Christianson, Don Iowa HS Music Assn, school IHSMA membership for IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Township. On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Durby the Supervisors moved to open the Joint Public Hearing Fargo Bank MN NA Tr, GSamp Knudtson, Teresa Fritz and Kristie Smith. President, Ryan band and chorus...... 25.00 WANDA L. SCHAEFER, Deceased. with Worth County for DD 2-3 Main Ditch and Lat 11. Present at the meeting were: Supervisors Durby, Stensrud and Robert Marr Jr and Valorie Marr Joynt, was absent. Others present were Superintendent Iowa School Business Mgmt Academy, To All Persons Interested in the Estate of WANDA Trust, Brian Golwitzer and Serena Jensvold from Winnebago County, Supervisor Dave Haugen from Worth County, Karla Weiss, Auditor, Kris Oswald, Chad Kohagen, Elementary Principal/K-12 Curriculum registration...... 400.00 L. SCHAEFER deceased, who died on or about Drainage Clerk, Mark Johnson, Secondary Roads, Bonnie Rodberg, Carol Hunchis, Tom Kingland, Mark Kingland, Golwitzer to Wells Fargo Bank NA, to Valorie Marr, lot 15, section 26, and Equity Coordinator Kari Wagner, High School JW Pepper & Son Inc, May 6, 2012 Susan Smith, Steven Nelson, Steve Knudtson, Larry Vold, Kathy Vold, Rae Yost, Maynard Tweeten, Andy Smith, Principal James Scholbrock, Business Manager/ large group contest music...... 125.44 You are hereby notified that on April 12, 2016, King Township. Veenstra and Kimm, Jerald Rognes, and Becky Ritzert. Andy Smith, Veenstra and Kimm, gave a report. Smith Wells Fargo Bank MN Na Tr, and Board Secretary Jennifer Fjelstad, Lake Mills Graphic, Jostens, diploma covers ...... 173.53 the undersigned was appointed administrator of stated the DNR was cleaning DD 2-3 Lat 11. The County will need to look into the extent of the DNR’s cleanout. Winnebago County Sheriff, students from Mr. Boehmer’s government class and Kingston, Sherry, project boards...... 34.15 the estate. Gsamp Trust, lots 23 and 24, block Various landowners discussed erosion and lack of filter strips on one landowner’s property. Mike Stensrud stated other guests. Klaassen, Allison, TLC coaching year 1 . . . .350.00 Notice is hereby given that all persons indebt- the County would seed in the easement of the open ditch and if the landowner farms up to the ditch again, Farmers Trust & Savings Bank, AGENDA: Lake Mills Graphic Inc, publications. . . . . 205.49 ed to the estate are requested to make immedi- 76, Forest City. they will be required to clean it out. Being proactive with filter strips is very important to the landowners present Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith to Lake Mills Lumber Co, industrial tech and ate payment to the undersigned, and creditors Dawn Lunn and Capital One Bak to at the meeting. On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Haugen the Supervisors moved to close the Public Mitchell VonOtterloo and Jill approve the agenda and previous minutes. All ayes. landscaping...... 523.38 having claims against the estate shall file them Hearing. All voted aye. Motion carried. Approved. Martin Bros Dist, elem supplies...... 80.69 with the clerk of the above named district court, Lynn Spurbeck Jr, lot 1, block 44, There was a bid letting for DD 2-3 and 2-3 Lat 11 following the Public Hearing. The bids were as follows: VanOtterloo, aka Jill Paulsen to COMMUNICATIONS: Menards-Mason City, custodial supplies . . . .47.29 as provided by law, duly authenticated, for allow- A-1 Contracting Base Bid $251,306.00 Buffalo Center. • Communications Meyer, Julie, eggs...... 5.00 ance, and unless so filed by the later to occur of Rick Kenyon, lot 14, block 4, Alternate A $7,500.00 a. Citizens, organizations in attendance Next Generation Technologies, four months from the second publication of this Rognes Bros Contracting Base Bid $208,712.30 Westgate 1st Subdivision, Forest Gertrude Murra Estate, Douglas b. Received through the mail monthly support...... 9,000.00 notice or one month from the date of mailing of Alternate A $4,880.00 c. Received through board members NIVC Services, Inc, transition services. . . . .346.08 this notice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a Murra executor to Tanner Weaver, Larson Contracting Base Bid $110,825.13 City. d. Welcome and recognition of visitors. North Iowa Comm School, open enrollment. .636.60 claim is thereafter forever barred. Alternate A $3,712.00 lots 4 and 5, block 32, Buffalo ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS AND FACILITY UPDATES: Nutrition Fund, elem milk...... 98.56 Dated May 4, 2016. Alan Good, Patricia Good and On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Durby the Supervisors moved to approve the bid from Larson • Administrative Reports were given by High School Oriental Trading Co, Inc Roger T. Schaefer Contracting plus alternate A in the amount of $110,865.13. All voted aye. Motion carried. Center. and Middle School principal Jim Scholbrock and fourth grade musical supplies ...... 275.87 Administrator of the Estate Patti Good, to Alan Good Liv Tr and Scott Meinders, Engineer discussed Secondary Road matters, including the sub-drain project on R34 is Elementary Principal/K-12 Curriculum and Equity Paper Corporation (The), 37553 140th Ave. Ruth Olson Estate, Barbara complete. Work on resurfacing gravel roads and the overlay project is still scheduled for some time in August. Patti Good Liv Tr, a tract of land in Coordinator Kari Wagner. spring paper order...... 2,590.75 Forest City, IA 50436 • System Wide – Mr. Kohagen Perfection Learning Corp, AEA267 half-price perfect The following claims were approved and ordered to be paid: Neumann executor to Barbara John H. Greve section 21, Norway Township. OLD BUSINESS: learning books...... 338.20 Alliant Energy, utilities...... $ 362.82 Insight Public Sector Inc, supplies. . . . . 4,077.61 ICIS PIN: 000001969 Neumann and Dennis Olson, a • Project Citizen follow up on Safety Patrol Group. Peterson Sanitation Inc, trash pickup. . . . .306.80 Austin Office Products, supplies...... 138.60 Iowa Prison Industries, supplies...... 96.00 Dale Rayhons to Eric Canterbury Attorney for the Administrator The school received information from the liability Power 96, publication ...... 85.00 Barco Municipal Products Inc, supplies. . . . 87.06 ISAC, education...... 195.00 Greve Law tract of land in section 7, Center insurance company concerning this project and Premier Polysteel, 55 gal round receptacle. 1,200.00 BMC Aggregates LLC, rock ...... 63,951.71 ISACA, 2016 dues ...... 325.00 and Laura Canterbury, a portion of 736 Central Avenue everything would be covered to proceed. Purchase Power, postage ...... 1,005.00 Bomgaars, supplies...... 82.74 iwireless, telephone...... 58.88 Township, and section 12, Newton Northwood, IA 50459 block 97, Forest City. NEW BUSINESS: Quill Corp, cash receipts...... 158.30 Cerro Gordo Co Treasurer, supplies. . . . 1,518.00 Jensen, Bobbie, mileage...... 203.00 • Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith to Rieman Music, instrument music supplies. . .988.50 Chase Card Services, services...... 35.00 Jensen, Deb, mileage...... 610.00 Published in the Lake Mills Graphic, Lake Mills, Linda Mekelburg to Seth Township. approve bid for FY16, FY17 and FY18 audit services River City Communications, Inc, Class C Solutions Group, supplies . . . . .1,767.34 K&N Excavating & Drainage, repairs. . . .3,387.55 Iowa, on Wednesday, May 11 and May 18, 2016. Corinne Doden Estate, Arnold from Nolte, Cornman & Johnson P.C. All ayes. quarterly monitoring...... 69.00 Clear View Auto Glass, repairs...... 75.00 Kossuth Co Sheriff, house prisoner...... 150.00 Thorson and Amy Thorson, lot 5, Approved. River City Honor Band, honor band entry fee for Electronic Engineering Co, supplies. . . . . 135.55 Kriss Premium Products Inc, supplies . . . . .293.44 block 83, Forest City. Doden executor to Arnold Doden • Motion by Kristie Smith, second by Teresa Fritz, to 6 students...... 90.00 Family Eye Care Center, supplies ...... 367.00 Kvale, Ron, mileage...... 177.00 and John Doden, a tract of land in approve agreement with Waldorf to continue with Ron’s LP, fuel ...... 266.61 FEMA Engineering Library, services...... 300.00 Lake Mills Graphic Inc, advertising...... 837.41 LMCS audit report Harlan Benjegerdes and Janean field experience and student teaching. All ayes. Scholastic Teaching Resources...... 222.86 Forest City Ford, parts...... 134.85 Lake Mills PT, services...... 141.10 section 22, Grant Township. Approved. School Administrators of Iowa ...... 1,733.00 Iowa DOT, supplies...... 444.00 Lakeside Construction Inc, supplies. . . . . 243.75 Nolte, Cornman and Johnson, Benjegerdes to Adam Torkelson, • Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith, to School Bus Sales, bus parts ...... 189.80 Iowa Hoist & Crane Inc, services . . . . . 1,369.00 Mail Services, supplies...... 368.09 Doryce Hanna Trust, Tammy approve sharing agreement with Northwood-Kensett Science Center of Iowa...... 580.50 Iowa Prison Industries, supplies...... 64.45 Marco Inc, services...... 949.79 P.C., recently released an audit re- lots 5 and 8, block 12, Forest City CSD on .5 FTE Family and Consumer Science teacher. Signomatic, sign for Project Citizen ...... 73.33 Johnson, Mark, reimbursement...... 65.00 McColloch, Suzanne, reimbursement. . . . .75.00 port on the Lake Mills Community Craig Tweed, Christina Tweed, Johnson co-trustee and Lisa All ayes. Approved. Singelstad’s Hardware, supplies...... 872.17 K&N Excavating & Drainage, repairs. . . .1,839.08 Mediacom, services ...... 135.90 Swingen co-trustee to Tammy • Motion by Kristie Smith, second by Don Knudtson, Software Unlimited, Inc, software. . . . . 7,950.00 Meinders, Scott, reimbursement ...... 65.00 Medline Industries Inc, supplies ...... 86.03 School District in Lake Mills, Iowa. Barbara Cox, Jackie Cox, Arlen to approve tentative list of seniors for graduation. All Teluwut Grille House & Pub, travel...... 14.31 Olsen Chain & Cable Inc, supplies . . . . . 939.07 Melby, Ruth, mileage...... 147.50 Johnson, Lisa Swingen, and Lori ayes. Approved. Top of Iowa Conference Treasurer, foreign langauge Peterson Contractors, subrain project . . 307,864.90 Merchant, Ruth, mileage...... 285.00 The distict’s revenues totaled Twed Jr, Debra Tweed, Chad • Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith, conf fee...... 23.00 Reisetter, Douglas, reimbursement ...... 65.00 Mercy Home Care North Iowa, services. . . .262.50 Tweed, Michelle Tweed, Wendy Hanna, an undivided 1/2 interst in a to approve registration and meal fees for 2016/17 Univ. of Northern Iowa, continuing education . 800.00 Safety Kleen Corp, services...... 366.23 Michaelis, Melissa, mileage...... 281.50 $9,112,345 for the year ended school year. All ayes. Approved. Verizon Wireless, cell phone...... 103.43 Terex Services, parts...... 80.03 Mid-America Publishing Corp, advertising. . .444.60 June 30, 2015, a decrease of 5.54 Gregg, Randy Gregg, Scott Hanson, tract of land in sections 35 and 36, PERSONNEL: Waste Mgmt of WI-MN, recycling...... 82.70 Verizon Wireless, telephone...... 40.01 Miller CSR-RPR, Carolyn, services...... 32.00 Grant Township, and section 21, • Motion by Kristie Smith, second by Teresa Fritz to Wex, Inc, fuel...... 495.75 AH HErmel Co, supplies...... 169.42 Miller, Jaci, grant writing...... 1,150.00 percent from the prior year. Rev- Paula Hanson, Ross Hanson, Carrie approve Brook Byars for the middle school and High WCTA, telephone...... 475.05 Ahlers & Conney PC, services...... 171.00 Mireles, Sandra, mileage...... 285.00 Linden Township. School student council advisor position starting the Management Fund Aramark, services...... 15.77 Nicholson, Teresa, mileage...... 664.00 enues included $2,990,831 prop- Hanson, Brian Hanson and Krishna 16/17 school year. All ayes. Approved. ISEBA-Iowa School Employee Benefits Assn . 1,268.84 Austin Office Products, supplies...... 253.90 Office Depot, supplies...... 142.46 erty tax; $324,124 in income sur- Hanson to Jackie Cox, Barbar Cox, Jon Helgeson and Rebecca • Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith Elementary Pop Lounge Bankers Trust, loan payment...... 1,943,981.25 Pakor Inc, supplies...... 224.41 Helgeson to Daniel Helgeson, lot to approve Jamie Haugen for Cross Country coach Pepsi-Cola General Bottling Inc, elem lounge. 226.24 Bills Family Foods, supplies...... 13.38 Physio-Control Inc, supplies...... 132.30 tax; $574,728 in statewide sales, Cory Cox, and Tracy Cox, a tract of starting the 16/17 school year. All ayes. Approved. Subways #31988, supplies...... 136.00 Bomgaars, supplies...... 2,523.72 Plumb Supply Co, supplies...... 103.82 20, Helgesons 5th Addition, Lake • Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith to Student Activity Fund Buffalo Center Tire & Auto, services...... 45.21 Radiotronics Inc, supplies...... 62.50 services and use tax; $1,047,539 in land in section 22, Logan Township. approve Ranen Spies for secondary science position Ades-Hanson, Beth, reimb/ Business Forms & Systems Co, supplies . . . .219.48 Rice, Allison, mileage...... 241.00 Jack Cox and Barbara Cox to Mills. pending background check approval. All ayes. FFA banquet supplies...... 108.95 C&R Supply, supplies...... 11.21 Rippentrop, Dolores, mileage ...... 239.00 charges for service; $981,419 in op- Approved. Algona High School, HS girls track entry fee. . .90.00 CDW Government, supplies...... 466.06 Sand Creek Post & Beam Inc, supplies . . .2,500.00 erating grants, contributions and re- Cory Cox and Tracy Cox, an undi- Daniel Helgeson and Emily • Motion by Kristie Smith, second by Don Knudtson AEA267, printing programs etc ...... 254.27 City of Forest City, utilities...... 4,067.26 Sanofi Pasteur Inc, supplies ...... 222.70 Helgeson to Drake Abbey, lot 20, to approve Ryan Gebel for middle school boy’s Austin Office Products, fax ink cartridge. . . . 36.69 City of Lake Mills, utilities...... 164.64 Schriever, Rhonda, mileage...... 249.00 stricted interest; $97,510 in capital vided 1/2 interest in a tract of land basketball coach for 16/17 school year. All ayes. Belmond Country Club, TIC girls golf meet. . . 40.00 Crescent Electric Supply Co, supplies . . . . .28.59 Shaffer, Jayne, mileage...... 57.30 Helgeson 5th Addition, Lake Mills. Approved. Belmond-Klemme HS, MS girls track entry fee. 200.00 Days Inn Manchester, hotel at training. . . . 143.10 Shopko Pharmacy, supplies...... 277.29 grants, contributions and restricted in section 27, Logan Township. FUNDRAISING REQUESTS: Bulldog Embroidery, FFA jacket embroidery. . .16.00 Dollar General, supplies...... 18.75 Soto, Veronica, mileage ...... 236.00 interest; unrestricted state grants of Cory Cox and Tracy Cox to Benjamin Carter Trust, Joyce None Cherry Bros LLC, band fundraising invoice/ Dorsey & Whitney LLP, services...... 21,973.31 Swenson, Julie, mileage...... 389.38 Carter trustee to Joyce Carter Trust, OPEN ENROLLMENT REQUESTS frozen items ...... 2,814.11 Durby, Terrell, mileage...... 297.50 Tyler Technologies, services...... 15,069.40 $3,009,081; unrestricted interest of Jackie Cox and Barbara Cox, an None Chris Suntken, HS boys track starter . . . . . 300.00 Fertile Reminder, supplies ...... 8.00 Vaudt, Melissa, mileage...... 311.00 lots 2 and 3, Riverside Subdivision, FINANCIAL REPORTS: Clear Lake HS, boys track entry fee...... 90.00 Fisher, Jane, mileage...... 205.00 Veenstra & Kimm Inc, services...... 11,615.02 $4,292; and other general revenues undivided 40 percent interest in a Motion by Kristie Smith, second by Don Knudtson, to D*Trick DJ Service, prom music...... 300.00 Fleener Auto Parts & Services, services. . . . .47.80 Verizon Wireless, telephone...... 801.79 tract of land in section 22, Logan Forest City, and lot 7, section 36, approve the financial reports as submitted. All ayes. Deckers Sporting Goods, athletic supplies. . .335.40 Follman, Benjamin, rent...... 50.00 Wagner Tire Inc, supplies...... 190.00 of $82,821. Approved. Don’s Motor Mart, propane tank for band GRP & Associates, services...... 40.00 Warren, Melissa, mileage...... 103.00 Expenses for district operations Township. Forest Township. PRESENTATION AND APPROVAL OF BILLS: concessions...... 19.99 Holiday Inn Airport, hotel at training. . . . . 665.28 WCTA, telephone...... 1,354.64 Motion by Don Knudtson, second by Kristie Smith, to Forest City HS, MS boys track entry fee. . . . 145.00 Huitt, Kathy, mileage...... 93.50 Wolf, Barb, mileage...... 185.00 totaled $8,413,677 for the year approve the bills as submitted. All ayes. Approved. GHV, MS boys track entry fee...... 260.00 NEXT MEETING: Hampton-Dumont HS, On a motion by Jensvold and seconded by Durby the Supervisors moved to approve fireworks permits for ended June 30, 2015, a 2.97 per- th The next Regular Board Meeting will be held Monday, boys/girls track entry fee...... 180.00 Kathleen Nelson at 39515 20 Ave, Buffalo Center, IA from May 6 to May 8, 2016 and July 1 to July 5, 2016. All cent increase from the prior year. June 13th, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. Haugen, Jamie, reimb/banquet supplies . . . 87.87 voted aye. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT: Iowa FFA Assn, state leadership regis. . . . .200.00 There was discussion regarding the Zoning Administrator position. On a motion by Stensrud and seconded Expenses included $2,902,072 for NOTICE No further business by the Board. Motion by Kristie Iowa HS Athletic Assn, by Durby the Supervisors moved to offer the position to Jason Weiss at the hourly wage of $18.00 per hour. All Smith, second by Don Knudtson to adjourn the athletic assn membership 16-17...... 2.00 voted aye. Motion carried. regular instruction; $1,109,218 for meeting. All ayes. Approved. Jim Scholbrock, reimb/prom supplies . . . . .32.70 On a motion by Stensrud and seconded by Durby the Supervisors moved to open the Public Hearing for Pursuant to Section 52.35 of the Iowa Code, a public Master Matrix for SwineCo #1. All voted aye. Motion carried. Present at the meeting was Supervisors Durby, other instruction; and $1,094,485 Signed: Ryan Joynt Board President Jostens, MS yearbook payment...... 301.80 test of the vote tabulating equipment to be used at Signed: Jennifer Fjelstad Business Manager Kaercher, Dylan, choreography/ Jensvold and Stensrud, Karla Weiss, Auditor, Mark Johnson, Secondary Roads, Scott Meinders, Engineer, Dave for special instruction. General Fund costume rental...... 400.00 Haugen, John Everly, A.J. Taylor and Rae Yost. Jensvold completed the County Matrix with the DNR and there the June 7, 2016 Primary Election will be held at the ABC Communications & Security, repair several Martin Bros Dist, supplies for track concessions. .46.78 were no changes. SwineCo #1 agreed they are on a Level B Road. There was no public comment. On a motion A copy of the audit report is rooms paging...... $ 655.00 Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham, lodging-state by Stensrud and seconded by Durby the Supervisors moved to close the Public Hearing. All voted aye. Motion Winnebago County Auditor’s Office at the Courthouse Access Systems Inc, duplicating equip. . .1,962.16 convention...... 526.36 carried. On a motion by Jensvold and seconded by Stensrud the Supervisors moved to approve the Master available for review in the District Access Systems Leasing a Program of de lage National FFA Organization, FFA banquet supplies/ Matrix for SwineCo #1. All voted aye. Motion carried. Secretary’s office, the office of the in Forest City, Iowa. The test will be held at 9:00 o’clock landen Financial Services, awards...... 153.50 During open forum Joe Larson and Kevin Dearing discussed the wind turbine project by Buffalo Center. They monthly payment lease...... 2,775.71 North Iowa Comm School, would like the Supervisors to attend a wind turbine meeting in Wesley on May 12, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. at the Wesley Auditor of State, and on the Audi- A.M. on May 20, 2016. Any interested person is invited Access Systems...... 14.99 HS boys track entry fee...... 80.00 Community Center. They also discussed a nuisance ordinance. AgVantage FS Inc, fuel...... 1,572.63 Northwood-Kensett HS, At 11:00 A.M. John Hanson, Midwest Construction Consultant, Rick Weidner, Architect, and Rick Harness, tor of State’s website: http://auditor. to attend. Albert Lea Newspapers Inc, publications. . . 186.00 girls track entry for 4/15/16...... 215.00 Project Manager discussed the Public Safety Center project. On a motion by Durby and seconded by Stensrud Albert Lea Steel, welding supplies ...... 30.88 Rhonda Schriever, reimb/prom punch supplies. 50.85 the Supervisors moved to approve the pay application. All voted aye. Motion carried. iowa.gov/reports/index.html. Karla Weiss All For Kidz, The Ned Show...... 2,220.00 Rick Orban, reimb/meat FFA banquet. . . . 262.53 The session was adjourned until 9:00 A.M. May 10, 2016. Winnebago County Auditor Amazon Prime, iPad storage...... 1,436.12 Singelstad’s Hardware, supplies...... 130.60 Bill Jensvold, Chairperson AEA267, reading recovery...... 1,722.86 Spring Valley Golf Course, TIC golf meet. . . .60.00 Attest: ______Published in the Lake Mills Graphic, Wednesday, May 18, 2016. Bell Piano Service...... 90.00 Steve Hartman, MS girls track entry fee . . . .150.00 Karla Weiss, Auditor Beth VanRoekel, travel and supplies . . . . . 95.85 Three Oaks Greenhouse, prom flowers . . . .115.90 Published in the Lake Mills Graphic, Wednesday, May 18, 2016. Black Hills Energy ...... 4,234.25 Tom Sullivan, MS boys track official . . . . . 150.00 Brad Evenson, cell phone stipend...... 52.00 Trophies Plus, senior awards night plaques. . .112.91 Brown & Saenger, EN95 alkaline “D” batteries West Hancock HS, MS girls track entry fee . . .260.00 (pkg of 12) ...... 78.00 Capital Projects Fund Channing Bete Company, AED/CPR Martin Gardner Architecture, schematic design equip/supplies ...... 353.38 classroom addition...... 288.75 City of Lake Mills, utilities...... 13,018.72 Physical Plant & Equpment Fund Clear Lake High School, 4th qtr. Martin Gardner Architecture...... 1,521.25 open enrollment...... 6,366.00 Midwest Alarm Services, equip repair. . . . .601.35 Clouse, Beth, interpreting...... 231.25 Next Generation Technologies, College Subscription Services, college sub. mag technology equip...... 3,194.78 orders 16-17...... 868.23 Young Plumbing & Heating, bldg repairs. . 1,009.68 Como Zoo Conservatory Park, Como Park picnic School Nutrition Fund shelter...... 80.00 AEA267, laminating civil rights posters. . . . . 2.12 Dagestad, Nicky, PBIS training ...... 5.73 Canny, Deb, lunch reimb ...... 9.00 Deckers Sportings Gods, mat for gym railling.1,401.69 Keck, Inc, commodities...... 333.69 Dollar General Charged Sales...... 47.55 Kelly, Keri, lunch reimb...... 9.00 Don’s Motor Mart, fuel ...... 1,073.12 Kemps LLC, milk bills ...... 2,914.22 Festival of Nations, tickets to the LMCS General, salary, March & April 2016. 30,416.76 Festival of Nations...... 392.00 Martin Bros Dist, food and supplies. . . . .4,190.92 Firefly Computers...... 12,600.00 McCord, Lindsay, meal reimb...... 9.00 Fjelstad, Jennifer ...... 68.54 Reinhart Foodservice, food and supplies. . 2,626.35 Follett School Solutions Inc, winter LMC elem. book SNAI, conference registration...... 140.00 order...... 1,921.44 Strycker, Courtney, lunch account refund- Graham Tire Mason City, repairs ...... 492.00 Gomez...... 44.00 Halverson, Dana, mileage...... 396.64 Swenson, Rane, meal reimb...... 9.00 Hanson, Carrie, journeys 1st grade bundle . . .12.00 Published in the Lake Mills Graphic, Wednesday, May Hawthorne Educational Services, 18, 2016.

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Trap team members pictured above, front row (L-R): Hunter Tritch, Zach Knudtson and Clay Hagen. Back row: Luke Hershey, Jacob Rasmussen, Ryan Dilly, Michael Wallin, Drae Love, and Jace Johnson. Trap team on target early in season The Lake Mills High School/ targets. Bulldogs state Rice Lake Ikes Trap Team got off to “This team is really coming to- a great start, with four tournaments gether, and we are having a lot of under their belt, the team took sec- fun at these tournaments,” noted ond at the recent Ventura shoot, and Coach Gary Irons. “We are very a third place finish at the Northwood competitive with the other teams bound Invitational. in our area.” Irons noted that he in- One year after having only one of 16.56. The other girl’s represen- On April 7, the team traveled to herited a solid team from previous event make it to the State Meet, the tative will be Hailey Borgmeyer in Osage, and had an off night in rainy coach Don Wheatley, who continues Bulldogs are finding their footing the 400 meter run, as she completed conditions for their season opener, to help with paperwork and words in Class 2A and sending five events the race in 1:03.59. although they redeemed themselves of advice. Roger Christianson as- to Des Moines starting tomorrow. On the boys side, while not set- at a home meet with Northwood- sists Irons with the coaching duties. Once again, Lexi Groe is a big part ting any records, nor finishing first Kensett. NK would win the dual by The team consists of Zach of the journey. at districts, the shuttle hurdle team only three targets. Knudtson; Ryan Dilly, Jacob Last year, Groe was the lone (Grant Boehmer, Charlie Dugger, The Northwood Invitational pro- Rasmussen, Michael Walling, and Bulldog to qualify, and this year Grant Fjelstad and Max Bergo) had vided a chance for Lake Mills to not Drae Love. The individual shoot- she will be going in two events— a strong second place finish that only finsh in third place, but pro- ers have been: Clay Hagen, Luke the shuttle hurdle relay team (Groe, automatically qualified them for duce the overall champion, as Jacob Hershey, Hunter Tritch, and, Jace Mallory Wilhelm, Dana Baumann the state meet. The team ran their Rasmussen hit 48 out of 50 targets. Johnson. and Brianna Holstad) and the 100 race in a time of 1:00.24. Fjelstad In a shoot-off with a member of the “Four of the five spots on the meter hurdles. also qualified on the strength of his Osage team, Rassmussen downed team are pretty much taken,” Irons The shuttle hurdle team finshed strong third place finish in a time his opponent, hitting 24 of 25 tar- noted. “However, there are four a strong second at the district meet, of 15.87 in the 110 high hurdles to gets. shooters competing for that last po- with a time of 1:09.98. Groe won round out the list of Bulldog quali- On May 9, the team traveled to sition.” the 100 meter hurdles running away fiers. the Ventura Gun Club, and captured The Lake Mills/Rice Lake from the rest of the field in a time second place in a field of 33 teams. Ikes Trap Team practices at the Lake Mills once again found them- Florence Park Trap Range just past selves with a top individual shooter, Thompson on Hwy 9. Clockwise from left: Hailey as Michael Wallin hit 48 out of 50 Borgmeyer is warmed/comforted by a teammate after finishing her run.

Grant Fjelstad remains focussed between hurdles in the 110 meter high hurdle run.

Grant Boehmer runs the third leg of the shuttle hurdle relay.

Brianna Holstad runs the final leg of the girls shuttle hurdle relay race.

Nick Rice & Terry Gasper/ LAKE MILLS GRAPHIC Season comes to an end for girls and boys on links With the top two teams and top Emmetsburg, who fired a 96. Emily Orban 97 five individual golfers advancing to Friday, the boys hosted their sec- Jewell Gasteiger 113 the regional final, the Bulldog girls tional finishing in eighth place, with Madison Westcott 114 Winnebago County came up just short Monday at Rice their top golfer, Alex Martinson, fir- Team Scores/Sectional Lake Golf and Country Club, end- ing a 94, with 80 being the cutoff Clear Lake 317, New Hampton 342, ing their season. score for advancing. Osage 353, Forest City 354, St. An- The girls finshed third as a team, sgar 359, GHV 366, Central Springs 13 strokes behind Central Springs Team Scores/Regional 413, Lake Mills 440 It's the Boss's Birthday. Emmetsburg 384, Central Springs Individual Scores for second place, while individu- 408, Lake Mills 421, Eagle Grove Alex Martinson 94 ally the Bulldogs were led by a 424, North Union 451, St. Edmond Austin Leibeg 111 Get a "Sweet" Deal and a "Sweet" Ride pair of 97s from Claire Grothe and 451, Belmond Klemme 460, Okoboji Nate Orban 116 Emily Orban—just one shot behind NS Jace Johnson 119 will be here to celebrate with their fifth place golfer, Katie Hoffman, Individual Scores delicious assortment of cupcakes Claire Grothe 97 THURSDAY, MAY 19 • NOON-3 P.M.

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