Volume 131, Issue 9 American Heroes Page A-2 echo Single Copy $1.25 www.fayettepublishing.com The Newspaper That Serves Its Readers. Toll-Free: 888-321-5410 OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER FOR FAYETTE COUNTY AND THE CITIES OF ELGIN, CLERMONT AND WADENA Wednesday, March 1, 2017 The epitome of their choral careers Moore, Decker perform at Carnegie Hall By CHRIS DEBACK “[Choir] helps me es- rived in New York City on a moving moment for him, [email protected] cape from the rest of the Th ursday, Feb. 16, a couple as he remembered seeing Two northeast Iowa world,” Decker explained. “I days before they were to the original towers all those students recently earned the can feel myself through the take the stage at Carnegie years ago. chance of a lifetime when music. It is my favorite part Hall. Th ey were met with a Both singers comment- they performed in an honor of the day.” rehearsal scheduled; how- ed on the awe-inspiring ex- choir at Carnegie Hall in New Moore, on the other ever, the remainder of their perience it was to perform York City. hand, is a member of the time was their own. While at Carnegie Hall. Th e group Former Elgin resi- Ritter Chor at Wartburg, not traveling together, both had the chance to rehearse a dent Dakota Moore, who which is an all men’s choir got the chance to see Times couple hours before taking now sings in a men’s choir conducted by Dr. Nelson. Square and Central Park. the stage on Sunday, Feb. 19. at Wartburg College, and Coming from a musi- Decker went to the Empire For Moore, it was the perfect MFL/MarMac junior Micah cal family with support State Building and took in time to get the jitters out. Decker were chosen to from local choral directors “Th e Phantom of Opera” on “Th e fi rst time I was perform at the prestigious Janet Helgerson and Doug Broadway. out there during rehearsal, it concert venue through Poppen, Moore performs in On the other hand, made it diffi cult to sing be- Distinguished Concert the choir on a scholarship. Moore had a little more free- cause it is hard to catch your Singers International. Decker However, that isn’t his only dom as a college student. breath,” the Wartburg track noted that the honor choir motivation to continue to He saw “Natasha, Pierre & athlete said with a smile. was comprised of high school perform. Th e Great Comet of 1812” “I am glad we were able to students through adults. Th e ”Th e arts give me some- starring Josh Groban, and practice in Carnegie Hall, youngest performer was 14 thing else other than just the he took the time to head to because I don’t know if I years old, with the eldest, 87. competition that track and One World Trade Center to would have been able to sing Th e son of Gayle Moore athletics off ers,” he said. “I see the World Trade Center the piece very well because have always enjoyed being Memorial. Th e last time of that truly awe-inspiring Wartburg junior Dakota Moore (left), a native of Elgin, recently and Kevin Moore is a 2014 had the opportunity to sing with an honor choir at Carnegie Hall graduate of North Fayette in a choir and particularly, a Moore visited NYC was the building. It has a really im- in New York City. His cousin Natalie Moore (center) and mother Valley High School and cur- men’s choir. It is just a diff er- summer before 9/11. Seeing Gayle Moore were in attendance for his performance on Sunday, rently runs track at Wartburg. ent sound than what you get One World Trade Center was CARNEGIE HALL Feb. 19. He is double-majoring in his- with a mixed choir or wom- Continued on Page A5 tory and international law en’s choir. with the hope of continuing “With a male voice, on to law school. there are such extremes,” the Decker has family in Wartburg junior continued. An end to pain and the gift of a new beginning Fayette County by way of his “You have the close harmo- grandmother Judy Decker nies, but you also have the By BRIAN SMITH sensations, and a “pins and Schweinefus offered her sible option, surgically or of Westgate and Gary and very deep bass and the very [email protected] needles” feeling in the feet an unbelievably amazing otherwise, to help her return LeAnn Larson of Clermont. high tenor. You can get a were all part of the package. gift. The couple informed Decker’s father, Tracy, is a wide range of tone within For Jennifer Schott, Bending forward, reaching, Jennifer that they would like graduate of West Central the male voice, so you can back pain had almost standing, or sitting for long to fi nancially support her to NEW BEGINNING High School and current [also] have very soft , sensi- become an accepted part periods of time only exacer- proceed with the best pos- Continued on Page A5 MFL/MarMac teacher and- tive sound, but you can have of life. From the time she bated the problem. varsity wrestling coach. His the very powerful, rich, loud was a teenager she had After being diagnosed, mother’s name is Amy. sound. In a men’s choir, there experienced back issues, Jennifer was left with the op- Decker was encouraged tends to be a little more of a with intermittent chronic tion of fusion/disc replace- to try out for the prestigious close blend than in the mixed back pain plaguing her for ment surgery or attempting honor choir by Wartburg choir due to the diff erences more than 25 years during to manage the pain on her choir director Dr. Lee Nelson, in men’s and women’s voices. her adult life. As time went own. She elected to do the who would be conducting In a men’s choir, you can to- on, she began to realize that latter at that point for two the group at Carnegie Hall. tally sound like one voice.” back pain was robbing her reasons. It was the third honor choir of the healthy and balanced “That type of surgery is directed by Nelson of which Off to Carnegie Hall lifestyle for which she a very invasive procedure, Decker has been a member. Th e two young men ar- longed. and I was not quite ready “It was about two years to take that step in 2012. ago when my pain increased Also, insurance was an is- to the point where I could sue because it did not cover Teachers, school board speak no longer do many of the artifi cial disc replacements, things I enjoyed. I couldn’t only the fusion portion of walk, sit, do yoga poses, the procedure,” noted the on collective bargaining clean, or even lie down for Clermont resident. By CHRIS DEBACK any extended period of time Schott tried a variety of [email protected] without experiencing pain methods to address her or aches in my back, legs, back issues over the years. or hips,” explained Schott, Unfortunately, she experi- who learned in 2012 she was enced little success. suffering from degenerative “I have tried extensive disc disease in the lumbar chiropractic treatment, spine. acupuncture, yoga, massage Degenerative disc therapy, physical therapy, disease is a syndrome in occupational therapy, as which compromised discs well as a multitude of home begin causing lower back care remedies. I was offered pain. In addition to this, prescription medications Jennifer also discovered she and injections for the pain, had chronic fl at-back syn- but always declined to use drome, meaning she had no them,” added Schott. curvature in her spine. Back Fast-forward to August Jennifer Schott, who underwent fusion/disc replacement surgery 2015, when Jennifer’s sister on her lower back in the spring of 2016, is gradually increasing Molly Holthaus spasms, stabbing pains and Karen Michelson aches, numbness, burning Annette and husband Eric her activities. She hopes that rehab activities like this will allow her to achieve her goal of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. On Feb. 17, Governor Terry Branstad signed into law a controversial collective-bargaining bill that made sweeping changes to that process. Many public employees across Iowa gathered on Turkey River banks stabilized in Elgin Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the Iowa Capitol to voice their dis- pleasure of the bill prior to it passing in the Legislature. By CHRIS DEBACK Over recent weeks, local public employees, including [email protected] many area teachers, have attended town hall events with their state representatives to voice their concerns and Riprap was recently objections to the passage of the bill. restored to portions of the Despite the opposition, the bill passed the Iowa bank along the Turkey Senate, 29-21, and Iowa House, 53-47. However, many River in Elgin. Democrats were very critical of the quick passage of the The August 2016 fl ood legislation. Shortly after, Iowa Senate Minority Leader removed a considerable Rob Hogg of Cedar Rapids called it “a travesty of the amount of riprap that democratic system” as well as “a garbage process.” protected Fayette County Democrat Joe Bolkcom, a state senator from Iowa Conservation’s Gilbertson City, said on the fl oor Thursday morning, Feb. 16, “You Park and the Elgin cheated Iowans last night. You cheated people out of the Wastewater Treatment opportunity to pay attention to a really big change that Plant. A $54,000 proj- you are ramming in here. You disrespected the people of ect was completed in late the state.” January to restore the Republicans have a different view. banks to its pre-fl ood form. “This bill changes the way Iowa does business,” The riprap protect- Senate Majority Leader Bill Dix of Shell Rock told The ing Gilbertson Park was Des Moines Register. “For years we have been work- originally placed in 1993 to ing for fi scal responsibility and pushing for more local keep the Turkey River from control. This bill does that exactly. ... It empowers local cutting into the Fayette school boards. It empowers local offi cials. It will increase County park. It survived effi ciency and innovation at every level of government, numerous fl oods, includ- giving the taxpayers better services at a lower cost.” ing the 2008 fl ood. Rod The new law makes some changes to the collective- Marlatt, Fayette County Conservation executive COLLECTIVE BARGAINING Continued on Page A10 The August 2016 fl ood removed riprap along portions of the Turkey River bank in Elgin that protected TURKEY RIVER Gilbertson Park and the Elgin wastewater treatment plant. In late January, that riprap was replaced using FEMA, state and local funds. (LeAnn Larson photo) Continued on Page A5

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HONORING OUR AMERICAN HEROES Gunpowder in his veins

By ZAKARY KRIENER [email protected] ave Christen of specting all 20,000 weapons ured I would be assigned to rural Wadena has at the base in about 10 weeks a new post,” he said. “I was done a lot in his during the Cuban Crisis. We surprised to fi nd out that Dlifetime. Christen, worked on guns all day long, I would indeed be headed who grew up in nearby so much that when we laid back for Iowa.” Elgin, would go on to give down to go to sleep at night, Christen went on to say several years of his life to that was all we saw when we that through his years in his country, but like many closed our eyes.” the military, he gained a lot others of his time, he did In 1963, Christen began of valuable insight. not join the military directly his fi rst and only tour as he “I always knew the after graduating from high learned he was being de- United States was special, school. ployed to Korea. but I fi gured the three years “After I graduated, I “It was a 13-month I gave to the country was moved to South Dakota, tour, of which we spent 22 a cheap price I paid to call where I began an appren- days on the ship over and this place home.” ticeship with a gunsmith,” 23 days back to the States,” Upon returning back explained the veteran. “I explained the veteran. to Fayette County, Dave worked there for a year for Christen went on to say my room, board, and am- that he was lucky to be one munition.” of the few soldiers to keep Upon completion of the same job he enlisted for his apprenticeship, Christen throughout his deployment, moved back to his family in as he was responsible for northeast Iowa. keeping M1s, .45s, sub-ma- “My dad sat down and chine guns, .30- and .50-cali- had a talk with me,” he re- ber machine guns, and more called. “He asked what I ready for action. was going to do, and we During his deployment both agreed that joining the in Pusan, Christen recalled Army was the right deci- the opportunities he got to sion.” travel the area and interact Christen went on to with many of the locals. say that at the time, there “The young children wasn’t much of a choice for never passed up a chance to young men. practice their English skills “It was either enlist with one of us soldiers,” said or wait to be drafted,” said Christen. “I enjoyed that as- Dave. “So I went down to pect of my deployment.” the recruiter and signed up.” During his time in Dave signed up as a Korea, Christen also had Dave Christen of Wadena stands proudly with the Letter of Commendation and the “swagger stick” small-arms parts mechan- many opportunities to pho- he received after his service in the United States Army. (Zakary Kriener photo) ic and shipped off to ba- tograph the picturesque sic training at Fort Carson city and surrounding area. continued to use much of “I’ll hang it up when try and helping out my com- in Colorado. From there, Many of his photos, in fact, munity. I have heard taps Christen was stationed at received awards. what he had learned in the I fi nd something that I military to open a small have more fun doing,” he played hundreds of times, Fort Hood in Texas, where When he found out but I still choke up every th gun shop north of Wadena. laughed. “I may not have he joined the 124 Support that he was to return to the time I hear it.” Battalion 2nd Armored United States in 1964, he ad- For several years, he owned all of the money in the and operated the small world, but I am rich with As for his future inten- Division. mitted that he did not think tions, Christen clearly has no “I had about eight to 10 During his tour in Korea, Dave store before closing the enjoyment.” he would be headed for Christen stands on Hill 303 plans of leaving the welding small-arms men in my com- home. shop and starting a career Christen has also been near Waegon, South Korea. in carpentry. a member of the Elgin shop. He also revealed that pany,” he remembered. “We “Because of the Gulf During his service, Dave worked he does still take a little time had to be ready to ship out of Tonkin incident, I didn’t From there, Christen American Legion since he in small-arms repair, where shared that he sort of fell to work with his fi rearms, as 24 hours per day while we expect to receive my dis- he helped inspect and repair was eligible, which will into a job as a blacksmith soon mean 50 years for the he once did while he served were on post. I can recall in- charge papers. I sort of fi g- military weapons. (submitted the United States of America. photo) and welder. local veteran. “I have been working “There is an apprecia- “I still do a little work in that same shop for al- tion and a bond shared by on my personal collection of most 40 yeas now,” he stat- anyone who has been in the guns,” he closed. “I don’t do ed. “I help a lot of farmers military,” stated Christen, as much as I once did, but I with their machinery, but who had two brothers and still have some gunpowder I’ll fi x just about anything a son in the Air Force. “I left in my veins.” that comes in the door.” enjoy doing what I can to When asked how long continue serving my coun- he plans to continue in his line of work, Christen’s re- sponse was genuine.

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Hanson, 63, you to an open house in Ramona Clinda Everman of Elgin, Iowa passed away honor of Jim and Nancy’s 87, of Postville Iowa died th Sunday, February 19, 2017 at the 50 wedding anniversary. Wednesday, February 22, 2017 University of Iowa Hospitals The celebration will at the Ossian Senior Hospice and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa be held from 2 p.m. to 5 in Ossian, Iowa. She was after a courageous battle with p.m. Saturday, March 4, at born on March 11, 1929 in cancer. Bethel Presbyterian Church the Postville Hospital where Donald Robert, the son in West Union. she was also baptized by Rev. of Robert and Beulah (Hofer) No gifts please, just the Finck and confi rmed by Rev. Hanson, was born July 18, 1953 gift of your presence. Ludwig. Ramona’s biological in West Union, Iowa. Fern Kleppe For those wishing to parents were Hall and Clinda He graduated from Valley High School, Class of 1971. He …90th birthday… pass along congratulations (Gericke) Meyer. Ramona was enjoyed sports in high school and excelled in baseball. Fern Kleppe will be cel- to the couple, cards and brought into a loving home and Donald was united in marriage with Patricia Rummel on ebrating her 90th birthday on notes may be sent to Jim was raised by Leo and Mabel October 20, 1973; together they had two children, Stacy and and Nancy Grimes at 7442 Sunday, March 5. (Meyer) Heins when her biological mother died after child- Shane. Born in rural Clayton Filmore Rd., West Union, Following graduation, Donald worked for Torkelson IA 52175. birth. County on March 5, 1927, she Ramona attended grade school and graduated from Motors in Elgin. has been a lifetime resident Postville High School. She was very active in vocal music After 10 years, he decided to pursue farming on the fam- of the Elgin area. Elgin and band wining many honors at music contests. In her ily farm. He farmed for 18 years, then sold the dairy cows Fern’s children, Gary later years she continued piano at Luther College and taught and began working at Atwood in West Union. He worked Kleppe, Gayle Wold Kleppe, Historical piano lessons over forty years. at Atwood for 10 years until it closed. Donald then worked Gregg Kleppe and Gwen Society to meet On August 17, 1947 she married Clarence Everman at St at Ashley Molding in Oelwein, Iowa until November of 2016. VanDee, along with their Paul Lutheran Church, Postville. Three children were born Donald made many friends throughout his years of employ- families, invite you to par- The Elgin Historical So- to this union, Carol, Dianne and Hall. The couple lived on a ment. ticipate in a card shower to ciety meeting will be held farm and moved to town when Hall took over the farm. Donald enjoyed fi shing; spending time on the Mississippi honor Fern. on Thursday, March 9, at 2 Ramona served as church secretary for Rev. Ludwig, River; deer hunting; driving around on his ATV; providing Her present address p.m. at the Elgin Historical bookkeeper for Lechtenberg Electric and clerked at the fash- fi reworks shows for friends and family to enjoy; playing is Fern Kleppe, Good Museum. ion shop in Postville. cards, especially pinochle with his family; watching Western Samaritan Society, 400 Jan Seabrooke will pres- Ramona shared her music with many different groups movies; and being a mushroom concierge, saving the “good Hardin Dr., Postville, IA ent the program, “The El- including playing the piano at nursing homes, Sunday spots” for his family. Above all, Donald loved his family and 52162. gin Canning Factory”. school and church organist. She directed children’s choirs spent time with them as often as he could. He was a loving Fern would love to hear Also on the agenda are for seventeen years and was St Paul adult choir director for husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend. from family and friends as discussions of a new exhib- several years. She was president for LCW church women cir- Donald is survived by his wife of 43 years, Patricia, of she celebrates this very spe- it and fundraising for the cle leader for 8 years and served on many committees in the Elgin, Iowa; their daughter, Stacy (Jeremy) Steitz of Cedar cial birthday. repair of the rear wall of the church including teaching Sunday school, Bible school, 4H Rapids, Iowa; their son, Shane (April) Hanson of Holy Cross, museum. leader and a member of Post Franklin Study Club and Upper Iowa; their fi ve grandchildren, Cassidy, Alivia, and Brody The public is invited. Iowa Music teachers Association and Monday Club. Steitz; and Taylor and Hunter Hanson; his siblings, Diane She was a devout and strong woman who always put her (Jim) Kapalis, Janice Hanson, Dennis Hanson, Tom (Jolene) family above everything else, and was successful in many ac- Hanson, Kenny (Karla) Hanson, Keith Hanson, and Bobby NFVMS to present “Hoodie” complishments and achievements. (Leslie) Hanson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ron (Penny) Surviving are her two daughters, Carol (Ken) Rummel, Cindee (Steve) Saville, Larry (Penny) Rummel, and North Fayette Valley Middle School students will pres- Chamberlain and Dianne (Larry) Schultz and one son Hall Jane (Tony) Alshouse; and several nieces and nephews. ent their spring production, “Hoodie,” at 7 p.m. Friday, (Denise) Everman: two half-sisters, Reola Holtz and Vonda Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Robert March 10. “Hoodie” showcases some of the issues youth Williams; one sister, Dorothy (Ray) Suckow; one brother, and Beulah Hanson; his brother-in-law, Gary Goodell; and face when trying to fi t in and will be proceeded by a col- Don Heins: eleven grandchildren and sixteen great grand- several aunts. lection of dramatic and comedic monologues. children. Donald will be greatly missed by his family and The play is directed by Rick Scheffert, and he is as- Ramona was preceded in death by her parents; two friends. sisted by Shirleen Reinhart. half-brothers, Rodney and Wayne Meyer; one sister, Marilyn Funeral Services were held 11 a.m. on Thursday, February Radloff (Elmer), seven sisters -in- law; seven brothers-in-law 23, 2017 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Elgin, Iowa. and many nieces and nephews. Rev. Mee Kang was the offi ciant. NFV Fine Arts Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren: Theo (Julie) Visitation was held at 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Wednesday, Carnival March 3 Chamberlain and their children, Rowan, Lia and Maxwell February 22, 2017 at Leonard-Grau Funeral Home in Elgin, of Gilbert, Arizona. Eli (Kari) Chamberlain of Iowa and one hour before services at the church on Thursday. The North Fayette Valley Fine Arts Carnival will start Flagstaff, Arizona. Gretchen (Mike) Heinen and their chil- Inurnment will be held at a later date in the Apostolic at 5 p.m. Friday, March 3, at NFV Middle School in Elgin. dren, Drew, Cal, and Ella of Cottage Grove, Minnesota. Brent Cemetery, Elgin, Iowa. (Ying) Schultz and their son, Deacon of Clearwater, Florida. Leonard-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Elgin, The evening will kick off with supper and games. Heidi (Kevin) Terdal of Norwalk, Iowa. Brandon Schultz of Iowa helped the family with the arrangements. The supper will consist of a BBQ pork sandwich, fi sh fi l- Gays Mills, Wisconsin. Allie (Kelly) Bachelder and their chil- 9u9 let, or hot dog, along with potato salad, coleslaw, chips dren, Emma, Grace, Savannah and Rudy of Decorah, Iowa. - and a bar. Ticket prices have yet to be set. Brandi (Matt) Triggs and their son, Cooper of Story City, Iowa. Blair (Jessie) Everman and their children, Weston and With over 30 games from which to choose, there’s Rosalie of Waukon, Iowa. Bobbi Jo (Kevin) Baxter and their fun for the whole family. New this year is Giant Hungry children, Wyatt and Trudy of Waukon, Iowa. Blake Everman Hippo, High Striker and infl atable bowling. Favorites of Postville, Iowa. Good Sam - West Union back this year include Jewel Mine, face painting, Nose Visitation was Monday, February 27, 2017 from 4-7 Pick and Toilet Bowl Toss. Game tickets will be four for pm at Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Wednesday, March 1 - 9:00 3:00 p.m. - Coffee Time; 7:00 $1, with a prize won with every game played. Postville, Iowa. a.m. - Richfi eld Circle; 9:30 Funeral Services were at 11:00 am on Tuesday, February a.m. - Sittercise/Devotions; p.m. - Lawrence Welk 9:30 A caricature artist will be on hand to draw portraits. 28, 2017 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Postville, Iowa with 10:30 a.m. - News time; Sunday, March 5 - Rev. Lynn Noel as the Offi ciant. 1:30 p.m. - Card; 2:30 p.m. - a.m. - Sittercise/Devotions; A 50/50 raffl e, basket auction and cake auction will Burial followed at Postville Cemetery, Postville, Iowa. Dominoes; 3:00 p.m. - Coffee 10:00 a.m. - Mass EWTN; 2:00 also take place with the cake walk back for those eager Schutte-Grau Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Time; 3:30 p.m. - Nails pol- p.m. - Worship w/ Rev. Chantz to participate. The winners of those activities will be an- Postville, Iowa is helping the family with the arrangements. ished. Hall UIU Minister; 3:00 p.m. - nounced at the end of the evening at 8:30 p.m. Condolences may be left with www.graufuneralhomes.com Thursday, March 2 - 9:30 Coffee Time a.m. - Sittercise/Devotions; Monday, March 6 - 9:30 This Fine Arts Carnival has been held at Valley 10:30 a.m. - Catholic Mass a.m. - Sittercise/Devotions; schools since 1977. It takes approximately 200 volunteers & Ashes; 2:00 p.m. - Bible 10:30 a.m. - Communion w/ to help the event run without a hitch. Study; 3:00 p.m. - Coffee Time Rev. Roberts; 2:30 p.m. - Bingo Zion to host World Day of Friday, March 3 - 9:30 a.m. w/ Jean & Marie; 3:00 p.m. - Admission to the carnival is 50 cents per person. - Sittercise/Devotions; 10:30 Coffee Time Prayer on Friday a.m. - Painting; 2:00 p.m. - Tuesday, March 7 - 9:30 Zion Lutheran Church in West Union will host this year’s a.m. - Sittercise/Devotions; Proceeds will go to NFV Fine Arts programs that can Popcorn; 2:00 p.m. - Dorothy - World Day of Prayer service at 2 p.m. Friday, March 3. A time of 10:30 a.m. - Jerry Anderson; be used to purchase items needed to give students the Piano; 3:00 p.m. - Coffee Time fellowship and refreshments will follow the service. 11:45 a.m. - Sensory Group; best experience possible. In the recent past, funds have Saturday, March 4 - 9:30 All in West Union and surrounding communities are cor- 2:00 p.m. - Sue Goodrich; 3:00 been used to buy new choir robes, a new kiln for the art a.m. - Sittercise/Devotions; dially invited to gather together in prayer and song. p.m. - Coffee Time; Lucky department, a new mic and sound system for the march- 2:00 p.m. - Denny Halverson; World Day of Prayer is a worldwide ecumenical movement Charms Bar; 6:15 p.m. - Movie ing band, among other things. It is the fi ne arts program’s of Christian women of many traditions who come together to biggest fundraiser of the year. observe a common day of prayer each year on the fi rst Friday in March. Each year a diff erent country’s committee serves as the writ- ers of the World Day of Prayer worship service. Th is year the women of the Philippines call us to worship WORSHIP SERVICES and pray considering the words: “Am I being unfair to you?” Th e focus is on Matthew 20:1-16, the parable of the laborers in the Apostolic Christian Church, Elgin Elgin Lutheran Church vineyard. Th e worship service invites us to explore concepts of Sundays: 10:15 a.m. Sunday School, Highland Lutheran Church economic justice both in the Filipino context and around the 10:30 a.m. Church Services 12:45 p.m. Sunday: world, and our response in light of God’s generosity. Afternoon Service 9 a.m. Highland Service; 9:30 Illyria Community Church a.m. Sunday School; 10:30 a.m. Elgin Pastor Pam Reinig Service. First Baptist Church of Elgin Sundays: 10:45 a.m. worship Pastor Lee Boleyn St Paul’s United Methodist Church 4-H Omelet Breakfast on March 12 Sundays: Pastor Mee Kang Discipleship Hour/ ELGIN AMERICAN LEGION Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.; Worship Fayette County 4-H’ers will be serving up an Omelet Sundays: 8:45 a.m. Service; 10 a.m. Service - 10:15 a.m. Brunch from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12, in the PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday School. Wednesdays: Dance Pavilion at the Fayette County Fairgrounds. St. Peter’s Catholic, Clermont Awana Clubs - 6:30 p.m. Call 563-426-5272 for more On the menu will be made-to-order omelets, pan- Sunday, April 2 • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rev. Dale Rausch, Pastor cakes, applesauce, coffee and milk. Sundays: information. 8:30 a.m. Sunday Mass; West Clermont Lutheran Church The cost is $8; there is no charge for children in pre- Weekday Mass 9 a.m. Thursday Mass Sundays: school and younger. Carry-outs will be available. Located at Elgin American Legion East Clermont Lutheran Church 9:30 a.m. worship; 10:30 a.m. coffee and fellowship; confi rmation A silent auction will be ongoing throughout the - Freewill donation Pastor Ron Roberts brunch with winners to be announced at 1:15 p.m. Sundays: II and Sunday School. 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 Calvary Bible Church, Volga Contact any Fayette County 4-H member to purchase a.m. worship with holy communion. Jeremy Sarver, Pastor tickets, which will also be available at the door. Redeemer Lutheran Church AALC, Sundays: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 11 Proceeds from the event will be used to offset the 4-H West Union Program Development fee and for other countywide 4-H Clermont Fire Department Rusty Phillips, Pastor a.m. Worship Service; 7:30 p.m. Eve- ning Service programming. Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Worship Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m. Prayer mtg. Faith Bible Fellowship,West Union Bethel Presbyterian, West Union Sundays; 9:30 a.m. Fellowship; 10 Don J. Best, Passtor a.m. Worship Sundays: 9 a.m. Sunday School; 10 Grace Reformed Baptist Church a.m. Worship; 11 a.m. Fellowship Adam Osworth Communion - fi rst Sunday of mo. Elgin Echo Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; CrossFire Church 10:30 a.m. Worship of West Union Oelwein Printing Co., Publisher Wednesdays: 6:45 p.m. Prayer mtg. Leslie White, Pastor USPS 172-780 Bethany Lutheran Church, Published weekly on Wednesday Friday, March 3 Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; West Union By Oelwein Publishing Co., 10:30 a.m. Worship Sundays: 119 S. Vine St., West Union, Iowa 52175. Periodical postage 8 a.m. Worship; 9:30 a.m. Thursdays: 7:30 p.m. Celebrate Re- paid at West Union, IA 52175. Bible study covery Group LeAnn Larson – Publisher and Friday, April 7 Wadena Community Church Episcopal Church of the Saviour, Subscription rate: $39/year in-state, Pastor Rusty Phillips Clermont $49/year out-of-state. Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Bible study; 10 Sundays: 10:30 a.m. Worship. Periodicals postage paid at West Union, IA, and at additional Serving from a.m. coffee hour; 11 a.m. worship. Arlington and Volga United mailing offi ces. St. Olaf Lutheran Parish, Methodist Churches Postmaster: Send address changes to Elgin Echo, P.O. Box 153, West 5-8 p.m. Union, IA 52175 Marion Lutheran Church, Lisa D. Schroeder, Pastor Gunder Norway Lutheran Church Th e Elgin Echo is an offi cial publication for the communities Sundays: 8:30 a.m. worship at Volga; Pastor Marshall E. Hahn of Elgin, Clermont, Wadena, and Fayette County. 10:30 a.m. worship at Arlington Sunday: N: Phone: 888-321-5410 Fax: 563-422-3488 Dinner includes: Fish, Fries, Potato 8 a.m. Senior choir; 8:45 St. John Lutheran Church, Arlington E-mail news to: a.m. worship; 10 a.m. Sunday school. Margaret Yackel-Juleen, Pastor [email protected] Salad, Coleslaw, Roll and a Drink! M: 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 a.m. Sundays: 8:30 a.m. worship; 9:30 a.m. E-mail ads to:[email protected] worship. Sunday school. Online at: www.fayettepublishing.com Clermont Fire Station - 808 State Street Advance payment of all classifi eds is required. *Proceeds will go towards operating equipment* A4 Wednesday, March 1, 2017 The Elgin Echo Sports Nick Baumler goes 2-2 UIU sends four to NCAA wrestling By Jerry Wadian [email protected] McKendree State, 147-121. & 2015) have been to the Leading the Peacocks national tournament be- While Upper Iowa was Maleek Williams (125 fore. Walker, a transfer, has University did not crown a - Miami, Fla.) with a third- been to the National Junior champion at the DII Super place fi nish. The sopho- College Tournament twice, Regional in Moorhead, more went 5-1 over the placing second and third. Minn., over the weekend, two-day tourney. North Fayette Valley The public is invited to the 32nd Annual Fayette County Pheasants Forever Banquet that be- it will be sending four A pair of New Hampton alum Nick Baumler went gins at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 18, at the West Union Events Center on Hwy. 18 east of West of its 10 grapplers to the graduates senior Jordan 2-2 at 184. The true fresh- Union. Fayette County Pheasant Foever Board members include (l-r) Larry Glass, Mallory NCAA DII Championships Roths (141) and junior man won his fi rst-round Marlatt, George Schaefers, Leon Deutsch, Blake Gamm, chairman Rod Marlatt, and Brett in Birmingham, Ala., on Logan Hopp (Hwt.) quali- match, 5-2 at the Super Whitcher. Board members not pictured are Allison Boehm, Eric Boehm, Jesse Wegner, and Saturday and Sunday, fi ed for Nationals. Also Regional. However, he suf- Billie Winters. March 11-12. qualifying for UIU was fered a 4-3 loss in round As team, UIU fi nished junior Josh walker (133 - two on a last-second take- seventh with 62.5 points Tulsa, Okla.) who also fi n- down. Baumler came back Pheasants Forever Banquet March 18 in the fi eld of 15 teams. ished fourth. All three went to win a 22-14 major deci- The 32nd Annual Fay- other unique items. and Quail Forever chap- Top-ranked St. Cloud State 4-2. sion, but bowed out of the ette County Pheasants For- Fayette County Pheas- ters. Since its inception of the NSIC rallied on day Williams (2016), Roths tourney with an 18-5 loss. ever Banquet will start at 5 ants Forever Chapter 48 in 1985, the Chapter has two to win handily over (2014) and Hopp (2014 p.m. Saturday, March 18, at has been creating, restor- spent over $2 million for the West Union Events Cen- ing, and preserving wildlife the establishment of wild- ter on Hwy. 18 east of West habitat for 32 years. In 2016, life habitat and public land Union. the Chapter documented acquisition. Upper Iowa men in NSIC semis The banquet will fea- $767,056 in habitat expen- At the recent Pheas- By Jerry Wadian ture a prime rib dinner, ditures for the year and ants Forever State Con- UIU’s 1000-Point Club. the fi eld in giving UIU all it games, raffl es, and auctions ranked fi rst nationwide out vention, Fayette County [email protected] With the win, the second- could handle before falling of wildlife art, guns, and of 740 Pheasants Forever Pheasants Forever was rec- The Upper Iowa seeded Peacocks moved on in the fi nal four seconds. ognized as No. 1 in Iowa for University men advanced to to the semifi nals, which The Peacocks trailed the the semifi nals of the NSIC were played Monday (Feb. Eagles, 39-37, at halftime, the establishment of Basketball Tournament 27) in Sioux Falls. UIU faced and still trailed by three, 75- 3,689 acres of nesting Th is crossword puzzle brought to you by: by routing St. Cloud State, fourth-seeded Minnesota 72, with just over four min- cover. The Chapter also 81-61, Sunday afternoon in State in a 5:30 p.m. contest. utes to play. That’s when ranked second nation- Sioux Falls, S.D. The winner played in the the D stepped up and shut Elgin • (563) 426-5164 wide in this category. The Peacocks put the championship game the down the visitor on two These accomplish- third-seeded Huskies away next night. consecutive possessions. ments could not be with a 17-9 run to open the No matter what the out- Meanwhile, UIU hit three achieved without the second half, turning a nine- come of the semifi nals, of four from the foul line to support of the organi- point lead into a 17-point Upper Iowa has already set tie the game with just over zations members and bulge. a school DII record with 21 two minutes to play. partners, including the The Upper Iowa D took wins so far this season. The two teams went back Fayette County Conser- away the Husky outside UIU earned the right and forth over those fi nal vation Board, Natural game as SCS connected on to face St. Cloud State two minutes until Parker Resources Conserva- just 1-14 treys in the fi rst by winning a nail- hit a turn-around jumper tion Service, Farm Ser- half and 6-29 on the night. biter, 82-79, against with 3.7 seconds left to put MARCH 2017 SPECIAL vice Agency, and the expires March 31 Jordan Hay led the Minnesota-Crookston (8- the Peacocks up, 81-79. His Iowa Natural Heritage Peacocks with 20 points. 21) Wednesday night in subsequent free throw pro- Foundation. Jimmy Roth (18) and Carson Dorman Gym. vided the fi nal margin of LARGE TWO-TOPPING PIZZA The Pheasants For- Parker (16) were also in The seventh-seeded victory. ever model is unique to double fi gures. During the Eagles did not go quietly Parker led Upper Iowa in $ 00 all other conservation WITH game, senior Luke Lenhart into the good night, shoot- points (20) and assists (5). 2-LITER POP JUST15 organizations. All of th became the 25 member of ing over 51 percent from the funds raised, with the exception of mem- berships, are retained by the Chapter to be Greco drives in 2 for Upper Iowa baseball used for projects in Fay- By Jerry Wadian ette County. Jake Greco helped UIU to sac fl y. In the fourth, he Tickets to the [email protected] its fi rst win of the season doubled down the left-fi eld Sunday as the Peacocks ral- line, driving in another run. banquet are available Upper Iowa University by contacting any of lied to take a 6-5 win over Upper Iowa lost game opened the baseball sea- Newman University. two, 13-2, to fall to 1-3 on the the following board son over the weekend in members: Rod Mar- Greco drove in one run young season. Wichita, Kan. in the fi rst inning with a latt, 563) 608-0243; North Fayette alum Mallory Marlatt, (563) 379-2193; Larry Glass, (563) 608-2153; Eric Moser School of Dance and Boehm, (563) 774-3505; Gymnastics athletes recently Leon Deutsch, (319) competed and placed well in 939-1221; Jesse Wegner, the USTA Power Tumbling (641) 330-1528; or Bil- meet held in Iowa Falls. There lie Winters, (563) 920- were 20 clubs attending with 3262. over 400 athletes competing Tickets will also be throughout the day. Area available at the door, athletes who competed included (front, l-r) Aaliyah but you are encouraged Rosenthal (fi rst place); to get them before the (back) Adysen Frieden (fi rst banquet or arrive at the place), Ava Bilden (third Events Center early. place), and Allison Torkelson (fourth place). Submitted photo

‘13 Nissan Sentra SV Hunter Safety class, March 25-26 4-cyl., power windows, lock & mirrors, Gilbertson Nature Center in Elgin will be hosting a Hunt- sporty, black, 35K...... $9,995 er Safety Education class from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 25, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 26. Atten- ‘11 Ford Escape XLT dance is required for both of the two full days. V6, AWD, alloys, power everything Participants must preregister by Friday, March 17, to CD, charcoal, 106K...... $ be able to participate in the class and can do so by going 9,495 online to https://register-ed.com/programs/iowa/151- ‘14 Ford Fusion SE, 4-cyl., alloys, pwr. everything, dark side metallic,248K ...... $13,795 hunter-education-classroom-course. Those being regis- ‘14 Ford Fusion SE, 4-cyl., alloys, moonroof, pwr. everything, copper, 30K...... $13,995 ‘14 Ford Focus SE, 4-cyl., alloys, pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, cd, silver, 12K ...... $11,495 tered for the class must be at least 11 years old. ‘14 Ford Focus SE, 4-cyl., alloys, heated leather seats & mirrors, blue, 40K ...... JUST IN! Once registered, contact Gilbertson Nature Center at ‘14 Chevy Malibu LT, 4-cyl., alloys, back-up camera, nicely loaded, blue, 32K ...... $14,495 ‘14 Chevy Malibu LT, 4-cyl., alloys, big radio, nicely loaded, black, 31K ...... $13,995 (563) 426-5740 or by email at [email protected], to ‘14 Dodge Avenger, V6, pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, CD/Mp3, black, 102K ...... $7,995 make arrangements on how to get a study guide to do the ‘14 Ford Escape SE, 4x2, 4-cyl, alloys, pwr. everything, sat. radio, white, 48K ...... JUST IN! ‘13 Ford Escape SE, 4-cyl, AWD, pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, maroon, 31K ...... $15,995 required chapter reviews for the fi rst day of class. ‘13 Chevy Cruze LT, 4-cyl., 4 new tires, pwr. everything, CD/Mp3, blue, 56K ...... $10,495 A Hunter Safety Education class is required to com- ‘13 Dodge Avenger, 4-cyl., new tires, chrome wheels, pwr. windows, blue, 56K ...... $9,495 ‘13 Ford Fusion SE, heated leather seats, mirrors, pwr. everything, black, 20K ...... $14,495 plete and pass in order to be able to purchase an Iowa ‘13 Ford Focus SE, alloys, new tires, CD, bluetooth, info, keyless, black, 31K...... $10,495 hunting license if you were born after Jan. 1, 1972. This ‘13 Honda Civic, 4-cyl., 4 new tires, pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, blue, 36K...... $11,995 ‘13 Honda Civic, 4-cyl., pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, CD/Mp3, charcoal, 31K ...... $11,995 certifi cation will also meet the requirements of other ‘13 Nissan Sentra SV, 4-cyl., pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, sporty, black, 35K ...... $9,995 states. This is a regular classroom Hunter Education Safe- ‘12 Chevy Impala LS, 3600 V6, alloys, pwr. everything, CD/Mp3, blue, 34K ...... $10,995 ‘12 Chevy Malibu, alloys, new tires, remote start, pwr. everything, silver, 56K ...... $10,495 ty class, not an Internet fi eld test. ‘12 Chrysler 200, V6, alloys, 4 new tires, moonroof, nicely loaded, black, 61K ...... $10,995 ‘12 Ford Taurus, 3500 V6, alloys, pwr. everything, sat. radio, CD, gray, 70K ...... $11,995 ‘12 Ford Fusion SE, 4-cyl., alloys, 4 new tires, pwr. everything, CD/Mp3, gray, 106K ...... $7,995 ‘11 Chevy Impala LT, V6, alloys, 4 new tires, pwr. everything, charcoal, 104K...... $6,995 ‘11 Chevy Malibu LT, 4-cyl., alloys, bluetooth/CD/Mp3, pwr. windows, silver, 65K ...... $8,995 ‘11 Chrysler 200, 4-cyl., 4 new tires, pwr. everything, CD/bluetooth, blue, 79K ...... $7,995 2017 Fayette County Dairy Banquet ‘11 Ford F250 XL, 6.2 V8, 4x4, reg. cab, long box, new tires, white, 107K ...... $15,495 ‘11 Ford Escape XLT, V6, AWD, alloys, pwr. everything, CD, charcoal, 106K ...... $9,495 ‘11 Ford E350 Cargo van, V8, safety cage, shelving, ladder rack, white, 120K...... $11,495 The 2017 Fayette County Dairy Banquet will be held ‘10 Chevy Malibu, 4-cyl., pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, CD/Mp3, black, 100K ...... $7,995 Saturday, March 25, at the West Union Events Center on ‘10 Dodge Nitro, V6, 4x4, alloys, Sirius radio, CD, heated mirrors, green, 92K ...... $9,995 ‘10 Ford Transit Connect XLT, ladder rack, CD, lots of storage, white, 102K...... $9,495 Highway 18 East just outside West Union. ‘10 Ford Fusion SE, 4-cyl., alloys, new tires, pwr. everything, CD, white, 111K ...... $6,995 ‘10 Nissan Altima S, 4-cyl., alloys, CD/Mp3, steering wheel controls, blue, 101K ...... $8,295 ‘09 Ford Fusion S, 4-cyl., pwr windows, locks, mirrors, CD/Mp3, black, 113K ...... $7,495 Social hour will begin at 6 p.m., with dinner at 7 ‘09 Volkswagen Beetle, 2-dr., alloys, heated leather seats, local trade, black, 97K ...... $6,495 p.m., followed by awards and the crowning of Little Miss ‘09 Mercury Grand Marquis LS, V8, alloys, leather, local trade, silver, 105K ...... $7,495 ‘09 Pontiac G6 GT, 4-dr., alloys, pwr. everything, CD, keyless, NICE, white, 92K ...... $6,995 Squirt and the Fayette County Dairy Princess. An ice- ‘08 Buick Lucerne CXS, V8, moonroof, leather & loaded, sharp, black, 49K ...... $10,995 cream social will conclude the evening. ‘08 Chevy Uplander, V6, pwr. windows, locks, captain chairs, white, 97K...... $5,995 ‘08 Dodge Nitro SXT, V6, 4x4, alloys, bluetooth, Sirius radio, NICE, orange, 75K...... $9,995 ‘08 Pontiac Grand Prix 3800, V6, 4 new tires, moonroof, sploiler, CD, gray, 107K ...... $6,495 Tickets will be sold at the door. ‘07 Dodge Ram 2500 HD, 5.7 4x4, crew cab, utility box, new tires, red, 135K ...... $14,995 ‘07 Chevy Uplander, V6, pwr. windows, locks, captain chairs, tan, 96K ...... $5,995 The Fayette County Dairy Promotion Board is seek- ‘07 Ford Explorer XLT, V6, 4x4, alloys, 4 new tires, pwr. everything, blue, 97K ...... $8,995 ing the following award nominees: Pioneer Dairyman, ‘06 Chevy Trailblazer LT, I6, 4x4, alloys, pwr. everything, CD, silver, 110K...... $7,495 Distinguished Dairy Producer, Outstanding Dairy Fam- ‘06 Ford Five Hundred, 3.0 V6, alloys, pwr. everything, keyless, green, 72K ...... $6,495 ‘06 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible, V6, 2-dr., hard top, pwr. windows, white, 94K ...... $6,995 ily, Outstanding Young Dairy Producer, Outstanding ‘06 Pontiac Grand Prix 3800, alloys, spoiler, keyless, pwr. everything, wine, 104K ...... $5,495 Dairy Employee, Dairy Appreciation Award, Fayette ‘05 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 4-cyl., pwr. windows, locks, mirrors, CD, silver, 97K ...... $4,495 ‘05 Buick LeSabre, V6, alloys, 6-pass., pwr. everything, CD, frost, 115K ...... $4,995 County “Dairy Best,” The Sally Fagle Memorial Award, WE RENT CAMPERS! Little Miss Squirt, and Fayette County Dairy Princess. ‘16 Gulf Breeze Ultra Lite Couple’s retreat, 1-dbl., couch, pwr. awning, 31-ft...... $21,858 Nominations for the awards listed above can be ‘16 Gulf Breeze 28 bbs., alloys, bunk house, acc. 7, couch, pwr. awning, 31-ft...... $22,346 ‘14 Skycat 280B, 1-dbl., 2 bunk, couch, accommodates 8, NICE ...... $15,995 submitted by contacting the president Jenny Hamlett at ‘13 Weekender Joey Select 296, RV, double slide, bunk beds, outside kitchen ...... $20,995 (563) 920-0432 or secretary Donna Baumler at (563) 422- ‘13 Weekender 249, RV, accommodates 6, 3 bunk beds, 1-double & necessities ...... $10,995 6190. The deadline for nominations will be March 1. www.bbsales1.com Application forms for Little Miss Squirt and Fayette B&B 1659 HWY 9, County Dairy Princess are available at the Fayette County DECORAH ISU Extension offi ce in Fayette or on the Facebook page Auto Sales www.facebook.com/FayetteCountyDairyPromotion. 563-382-3235 The Elgin Echo Wednesday, March 1, 2017 A5 Preschool Informational Fair April 11 CARNEGIE HALL The annual North Fayette and Valley Preschools’ Fam- Continued from Front Page ily Informational Fair will be held from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, in the Dance Pavilion at the Fay- posing presence and a large reputation as one of the great- energy of being on this near-mythical stage. It just seemed too ette County Fairgrounds, West Union. This will be an open est concert halls in the world. I had to pinch myself a couple surreal when you look out at the thousands of people there in house-style event, so families can come and go as they like. times.” this beautiful venue.” Families of children preschool age and younger are en- Th e honor choir sang “Th e Testament of Freedom” written “It felt like the epitome of my chorus career,” Decker couraged to attend. by Randall Th ompson. It is music set to four texts written by shared. “It was the most thrilling experience of my life, so far. If you have a child planning to attend Hippity Hop, Th omas Jeff erson, author of the Declaration of Independence I don’t know how else to explain it; you just have to be there Rainbow Land, TigerHawk, or Valley Preschool for the and third president of the United States. to experience it for yourself. Th ere is a certain kind of energy 2017-18 school year, there will be required registration “It is a very powerful, patriotic, and meaningful song,” to being on its stage.” forms to fi ll out at the event. If you have children younger Moore explained, “and then you have it compounded with the Moore was quick to comment about the expansiveness than preschool age, you are also encouraged to come check of Carnegie Hall. Built in the 1920s, the almost 100-year-old out programs for the future! building has host many of famous performers. Lots of great community resources/programs will be With several thousand in attendance, one couldn’t help but featured for preschool-age children and younger! feel a rush while performing on the stage. Children are welcome to attend with parents if they’d “We started out backstage, and it doesn’t seem any dif- like! ferent than anywhere else,” Moore closed. “When you walk out on stage, you see the artwork, and the architecture itself is incredible. Th e stage is enormous, and where the audience Valley Writers Group sits, there are four or fi ve layers of balconies with seating for thousands of people. It takes your breath away.” Moore and Decker returned to Iowa on Monday, Feb. 20. However, the once-in-a-lifetime experience the two Iowa men A beautiful phenomenon shared will be one that leaves a lasting impression.

Patti Heuton At 8 years of age, our son Nathan was curious about everything. One May when we lived in San Diego, he found caterpillars in our backyard. Th ey were multicolored: green, yel- low and black. He followed them as they crawled about munching one leaf aft er another. He was surprised at how fast they moved and how much they ate! As he sat still and watched, he began to see more than he could count. Th ey held his attention a long time. Th at night while reading a book about caterpillars, he learned that they turn into butterfl ies. He got excited and de- cided to bring these crawly things into the house. Careful to collect only the greenery they were eating outdoors, he fi lled MFL/MarMac junior Micah Decker (far left) is pictured with (l- a large glass terrarium we had on hand with the appropriate r) James Slama, Jaydeane Berns, Spencer Rose and Christopher Dakota Moore (right) had the chance of a lifetime when he got to Wright in front of Carnegie Hall in New York City. Decker was foliage. He provided water and set a screen on top to keep sing at Carnegie Hall in New York City. He and fellow Wartburg them contained. His little sister got in on the fun and helped selected to perform in a honor choir conducted by Wartburg’s Dr. classmate Cole Svestka of Decorah sang in a honor choir conducted Lee Nelson. him collect many more caterpillars. by Wartburg’s Dr. Lee Nelson. (Chris DeBack photo) We were homeschooling the children at the time, and this was learning at its best. Th ey studied the books and watched as one aft er another turned into a chrysalis. Th ey hung as though from a single thread and arched back a bit. NEW BEGINNING Continued fromt Front Page Th e children waited and coaxed, but no butterfl ies. It was right about then that we had to leave for more than to a more “normal” lifestyle. and my pain medications. My pain that was once a part of participate in not only the a week to attend their uncle’s wedding in another state. We “It was an incredible gift of sister, who had given me this Jennifer Schott’s life has now everyday activities of life, but did the benevolent thing and took off the screen. We could love, so I made arrangements wonderful gift, accompanied been taken away. She now also the things that enrich her have set the terrarium outside on the patio, but Nathan didn’t to have all of my medical me to and from Texas. She seems poised to begin a life life as well as the lives of those want to lose them all and hoped to see at least one emerge records sent to Texas Back went above and beyond in that will allow her to fully around her. What better gift from the chrysalis aft er we returned home. So we left the ter- Institute (TBI) in February order to meet my needs and could one receive? rarium in the house uncovered. 2016. Dr. Richard Guyer, ensure that I was following During our trip Nathan mentioned the butterfl ies oft en. an orthopedic surgeon and doctor’s orders!” said Schott Tracie, being younger, didn’t yet understand what was about world-renowned specialist, with a smile. to take place. She hadn’t seen any butterfl ies and wondered agreed to a consult with me The procedure had left where the caterpillars went. When we arrived back home, it in April. I was thrilled to dis- Schott with a six-degree cur- was a sight to behold. We had butterfl ies! Th ey were all over cover he was willing to meet vature in her spine, as well as the house. Some had not fared well, but others were still alive. with me!” exclaimed Schott. a small gain in height. More Nathan knew he needed to allow them to go outside After traveling to TBI to meet importantly, she is on the road or they wouldn’t live. We opened up the doors and enjoyed with Dr. Guyer and getting to achieving the balanced watching them fi nd their way. To our surprise there were still another physical examination and healthy lifestyle that she a few which had not yet emerged from their chrysalises. Th e along with more x-rays, it was longed for. most amazing thing was seeing them move inside and then determined that Jennifer was “I am currently still in re- fi ght their way out. not a candidate for multilevel hab, which involves physical When the fi rst one broke free, Nathan held out his fi nger disc replacement. However, therapy two times a week and and the butterfl y walked onto it without any fear. His wings Dr. Guyer indicated that the home exercises. I had a couple were still curled and with eff ort he began to extend them bit best option for her was a level of setbacks due to muscle is- by bit until they stretched out and straightened. At the same one fusion and level-one disc sues and falling on the ice time, out of one end of the body he squirted a red substance. replacement. during my recovery, but Devin Th e kids laughed at that. Nathan walked the butterfl y to the “After much thought and with Team Rehab in Decorah patio, and eventually it lit from his fi nger and began fl itting prayer, I decided to go ahead has done an exceptional job of around the yard. with the surgery in Texas. Dr. guiding me through the heal- We were in awe. What a sight it was! Th e kids ran back Guyer showed such care and ing process,” Jennifer related. to the butterfl y habitat just as another one began its struggle. concern for me, and I felt he Schott is now beginning to Th is time it was Tracie’s turn to hold it on her fi nger. Th ese really had my best interests at walk longer distances and turned out to be swallowtail butterfl ies. Th ey were beautiful, heart,” said Schott. increase in activity with her as butterfl ies are. 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director, theorized that the ground was oversaturated with moisture, which allowed the river to wash away portions of the bank. “Because there was rock there before the fl ood, we were able to claim that as Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) damage,” Marlatt added. “Had it not been there be- Mention this ad and receive fore, FEMA wouldn’t have helped us.” Call now to After the 2008 fl ood, riprap was put 10% discount OR partner with a up toward the Elgin Wastewater Treatment schedule your neighbor for 2 pumps to each save Plant to protect it from the Turkey River. septic tank 15% off standard pumping price! The project was completed by C.J. OFFER VALID NOW THROUGH APRIL 1, 2017. Moyna & Sons from Elkader, which used pumping! 2,800 tons of rock to restabilize the banks. (563) 880-8350 We’reW fully equipped to serve you with any septic Seventy-fi ve percent of the project is problems you may encounter with our sewer FEMA-reimbursable, 10 percent will be re- camera, auger, jetter and backhoe if needed. imbursed by the State, and Fayette County Conservation will have to pay the remaining We look forward to servicing you with your 15 percent of the bill, which amounts to ap- septic and excavation needs! proximately $8,100. “They did a nice job; it looks great,” Ethan Koehn Marlatt commented. “FEMA’s gig is to put Construction recently it back the way it was pre-fl ood, right to the purchased Groth rock. Hopefully, that will retain the [Turkey Septic Service so River] and keep it where it is supposed to please call Ethan with be.” all of your needs. FARMERSBURG, IOWA A6 Wednesday, March 1, 2017 The Elgin Echo

I-START program benefi ts those 2017 Merit Awards available Crop market outlook, aquaculture with developmental disabilities from the American Legion, topics at meeting Since 1987, March has been designated National De- Auxiliary Steve Johnson, farm management specialist, and D. velopmental Disabilities Awareness Month. During this Allen Pattillo, aquaculture specialist, will speak at the an- month we celebrate the many contributions people with Fayette County American Legions and the Auxiliaries nual meeting of the Northeast Iowa Agricultural Experi- developmental disabilities make to our community, as are offering several Merit Awards (formerly called schol- mental Association (NEIAEA) at the ISU Northeast Re- well as seek to raise awareness about the inclusion of peo- arships) to senior high school graduates who are imme- search Farm near Nashua. ple with developmental disabilities in all facets of com- diate relatives of Legion members or Auxiliary members. The program will start at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March munity life. We also want to raise awareness of the barriers You must be a son, daughter, grandchild, great- 8, with the Association’s board meeting. that people with disabilities face in connecting to commu- grandchild, great-great-grandchild, brother, sister or From 10 a.m. to noon will be key presentations from nities in which they live. spouse of a Legion or Auxiliary member. Amounts Johnson and Pattillo. Johnson will address “Crop Market According to the National Association of Councils of the awards will be $200 and up. The Legions and Outlook: Strategies & Tools” for Iowa’s producers. Pattillo on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD), over 5 million Auxiliaries contributing are Clermont, Elgin, Hawkeye, will discuss “Aquaculture Opportunities in Iowa.” Americans are estimated to have a developmental disabil- Wadena and West Union. After lunch, Ken Pecinovsky, Research Farm superin- ity. The application deadline is April 20, 2017. tendent, will review 2016 trial results conducted at the ISU The DD Act defi nes a developmental disability as a The Iowa Department of the American Legion Northeast Research Farm. severe, chronic disability that occurs before an individual Auxiliary is offering several Merit Awards to high school Provided free at the meeting will be the 2016 Research is 22 and is likely to continue indefi nitely; it results in sub- seniors or students currently enrolled in college, includ- Farm Report. CCA credits (2 CM) will also be offered com- stantial functional limitations in three or more of the fol- ing the following: a Medical Training Merit Award for plimentary. lowing areas of major life activity: self-care, receptive and $500; an Educator Training Merit Award for $500; sev- Following lunch and Pecinovsky’s presentation, the expressive language, learning, mobility, self-direction, ca- eral Department Merit Awards for $500; and several Past NEIAEA board of directors will meet. pacity for independent living, or economic self-suffi cien- President’s Merit Awards for $500. The meeting is free and open to the public. cy. The number awarded will be determined by the con- The program will be held at the Borlaug Learning These impairments require the individual to sustain tributions received. Center on the ISU Northeast Research Farm. Directions: lifelong or extended supports or assistance. Diagnosed The applicant must be a veteran, or the parent, From Nashua at the Jct. of Hwy. 218 (Exit 220) and Co. Rd. conditions may include autism, Down syndrome, cerebral spouse, widow, son, daughter, grandchild, great-grand- B60, go west on B60 1.1 miles to Windfall Ave., then south palsy, or spina bifi da. child or great-great-grandchild of a veteran and a resi- 1 mile to 290th St., then east 0.2 mile to the farm. In northeast and north-central Iowa, County Social dent of Iowa. Adopted and stepchildren are also eligible. For more information about the event, call Terry Basol Services (CSS), a partner of NEI3A, offers the I-START pro- Any student who is currently enrolled in college or will at (641) 426-6801. gram. I-START is designed to help individuals with intel- be a college student in the coming year is eligible. lectual/developmental disabilities and complex behavior- The application deadline is June 1, 2017. al needs remain in their home or community placement. There will also be Merit Awards from the Fourth Dairy Days rescheduled for March 9 District American Legion Auxiliary for high school se- This evidence-informed model offers person-centered Iowa dairy producers have the opportunity to learn approaches and training to work in conjunction with cur- niors or students enrolled in college. Amounts depend on collection totals, but the minimum award will be about emerging dairy industry issues at the 2017 Dairy rent services. I-START provides prevention and interven- Days hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Out- tion services through crisis response, training and con- $200. The application deadline is March 10, 2017 (note reach specialists. sultation. The goal of the program is to create a support The program has been rescheduled for Calmar on network that is able to respond to crisis needs at the com- date change). Note: Aunts, uncles or cousins of veterans are not eli- Thursday, March 9. munity level. Topics covered at Dairy Days will include colostrum If you would like more information or know of some- gible for any of the awards. Applications for the above awards may be obtained quality; illionaire model dairies; woodland and wildlife one who could benefi t from the I-START program, contact management opportunities on your dairy; keys to suc- Jim Aberg, I-START director, at jaberg@countysocialser- at the North Fayette Valley High School guidance coun- selor’s offi ce. cessful farm transition; silage, snaplage and shredlage; vices.org or call (641) 903-5210 or LifeLong Links toll-free and, balancing SCC and milk quality decisions. at (866) 468-7887. Other awards available include Spirit of Youth for Junior Auxiliary members, Girl Scout Achievement A $15 registration fee covers the noon meal and pro- Award, Samsung Awards, National President’s Award, ceedings costs. Eagle Scout of the Year Award, Nontraditional Student Preregistration is requested by Friday, March 3, to re- Law Enforcement Award, Legion Baseball Awards, and several others. serve a meal. Vouchers for the event may be available at Amounts vary between $500 and $10,000. your local agri-service providers or veterinarian’s offi ce. Charges pending in accident Those interested can go to the following websites for For more information, contact the Winneshiek Coun- On Sunday, Feb. 26, at approximately 3 a.m., the Fay- more information, eligibility rules and applications www. ty ISU Extension and Outreach offi ce or dairy specialists ette County Sheriff’s Offi ce took a report of a one-vehicle ALAforVeterans.org or www.ialegion.org/ala. Jennifer Bentley at (563) 382-2949 or Larry Tranel at (563) accident on Harding Road east of Clermont. 583-6496. Upon investigation, it was determined that Steven Gelo, 38, of Waukon lost control of his 2012 Nissan Maxi- ma and went into the north ditch. Gelo was taken to the hospital for injuries sustained in the accident. NICC trustees approve 2018 certifi ed budget This accident remains under investigation, and occupancy lease agreement ing of the policies at charges are pending. At the Feb. 20 Northeast of information security. next month’s meeting. The Fayette County Sheriff’s Offi ce was assisted by Iowa Community College with Oelwein Community In his report, NICC School District for the new In subsequent monthly the Postville Police Department and the Allamakee Coun- (NICC) Board of Trustees President Liang Chee Wee board meetings, each of ty Sheriff’s Offi ce. meeting, members ap- Regional Tech Complex to shared that practicalnurs- open this spring. the other four policy do- Zero-tolerance violation proved the $68.6M ing.org named the Practical mains will be reviewed. On Sunday, Feb. 26, at approximately 1 a.m., a Fayette Certifi ed Budget for Fiscal The new facility, lo- Nursing program at NICC cated across the street from The trustees ap- County deputy stopped a vehicle south of Highway 3 on Year 2018 as well as in- the best in the state of proved the appointment Unicorn Road for an equipment violation. creases in tuition and fees the current NICC Oelwein/ Iowa after an analysis of all RAMS Center, includes a of Jordan Batey, compli- Following an investigation, Jesus Soto-Lara, 20, of In- per credit hour for the practical nursing programs ance auditor at the Calmar dependence was charged with an alcohol zero-tolerance 2017-2018 academic year. classroom for Project Lead in each of the 50 states. In the Way (PLTW) and an campus; Sheila Blatz, violation. Beginning with the conferring its top ranking, Business and Community He was processed and released. 2017 fall semester, in-state open lab for welding, com- the organization credited puter numerical control Solutions administrative tuition will increase by $3 the Practical Nursing pro- assistant, and Melissa Pretrial release violation to $163 per credit hour. (CNC), industrial mainte- gram’s retention, gradu- nance and construction. Weber, customer ser- On Sunday, Feb. 26, at approximately 9:34 p.m., a Fay- Out-of-state tuition will ation and nursing board vice operations program ette County deputy arrested Kashell Allison, 23, of Water- increase to $173 per credit This will assist both the pass rates. high school and commu- manager, at the Town loo at a residence in the city of Arlington. hour. Student fees will At the State Capitol Clock Business Center; Allison had a valid Fayette County warrant for arrest increase by $3 to $22 per nity college to expand ca- on Feb. 21, Dr. Wee was to reer and technical educa- Michelle Davis, math in- for a pretrial release violation. Bond had been set in the credit hour. The college in- present to the Iowa House structor at the Calmar amount of $10,000. troduced and the trustees tion opportunities, college Appropriations Committee course options and training campus; Kelly McMahon, Allison was arrested, transported to the Fayette Coun- approved an international along with two industry nursing instructor at the ty Law Enforcement Center, and held. fee rate of $188 per credit for high school and adult leaders. President Wee will students. Peosta campus; Katrina hour. The rate is respective discuss the positive return Nicholls, bookkeeper/ Failure to appear of the additional time and The term of the col- on investment and the On Sunday, Feb. 26, at 3:15 p.m., Fayette County Sher- lege’s shared use and oc- switchboard operator at services needed to support need for increased invest- the Calmar campus; and iff’s offi cers arrested Timothy Hogan, 21, of West Union international students. cupancy agreement begins ment in Iowa’s 15 com- on a Fayette County warrant for failure to appear on a July 1, 2017, and concludes Amanda Reddick-Gilson, The college was able munity colleges to address Clayton County success possession of marijuana charge. to minimize the tuition June 30, 2022. current and future work- Hogan was booked into the Fayette County Law En- On the recommenda- coach. increase impact to the stu- force needs and to meet Prior to the Jan. 20 forcement Center, where he was held on $1000 cash-only dents through continued tion of the college’s admin- the objectives of the gov- bond pending an appearance with a magistrate. istration, the trustees ap- trustee meeting at 3 p.m., expense controls, budget ernor’s Future Ready Iowa Keystone Area Education realignments and organi- proved the suspension of initiative. the Electronic Technology Agency (AEA) and the zational restructuring that “We are hopeful going college held a joint ses- No injuries in weather-related accident is increasing the effi cien- program at the end of the into the next year that, on On Friday, Feb. 24, at approximately 5 a.m., the Fayette 2016-2017 academic year. In sion to provide updates cies and repositioning the both sides of the aisle in on a career and technical County Sheriff’s Offi ce took a report of a single-vehicle ac- college for sustainability her report to the board out- the state Legislature, our cident in the 5000 block of Harding Road. lining reasons for the sus- education redesign that and future growth. elected offi cials will invest has created business and Upon investigation, it was determined that Noor In addition, NICC pension, Kathleen Nacos- in us, the state’s communi- Omar, 42, of Postville was traveling westbound in his 2003 Burds, NICC vice president community boards and projects increases in rev- ty colleges. The community sector boards that in- Honda Odyssey when he lost control due to weather con- enue through services pro- of learning and student colleges will help our state ditions. The vehicle entered the south ditch and sustained success, cited consistently crease work-based learn- vided by the Business and meet the goals of Future ing opportunities for approximately $2000 damage. Community Solutions op- lower enrollment and a Ready Iowa – that 70 per- There were no injuries. changing job market that high school students. eration. cent of Iowans complete At this time, 479 After a presentation requires fewer technicians at least some postsecond- to perform electronics re- partners from businesses by Wendy Mihm-Herold, ary education and training and service organiza- NICC vice president of pair work. by 2025 – and these efforts Rhonda Seibert, NICC tions are participating in Business and Community will require an investment industry sector boards TEST YOUR WATER Solutions, the trustees ap- associate vice president in our people.” of operations, updated and business community We test for Total Coliform proved a shared use and The board contin- boards throughout the the board on information ued the annual review Bacteria, E.coli Bacteria security and an ongoing district to focus on edu- PICK UP YOUR of its policies. The board cation and business part- and Nitrates. employee education and policies encompass seven awareness campaign de- nerships such as Career FAVORITE domains: Governance, Learning Link students Water samples are signed to minimize and Administration, Human mitigate potential cyber who have participated in taken Mon. - Wed., NEWSPAPER Resources, Students, job shadows, internships, AT THESE LOCATIONS: threats to the college’s Instruction, Business and from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. technological infrastruc- mentoring and business Operational Procedure, tours. ture. and Community. The Cost - $8 ELGINecho Seibert explained that The next regularly Administration policies scheduled meeting of the • Shell Express - WU monthly communications were approved following • All Stop - WU to all employees highlight board of trustees will be a second reading. Trustee at 3 p.m. Monday, March • Valley “C” Store - Clermont best practices in cybersecu- White led a fi rst review SCHEDULE YOUR SAMPLE TODAY! • Quillin’s - WU rity and how to identify and 20, at the Peosta campus. • Guppy’s on the Go - Elgin of the Human Resources • Elgin’s IGA - Elgin report potential breaches policies, and the board • Gas Gauge - Wadena will review a second read- 563-422-3767 • Gavin’s IGA - Fayette • Th e Union & Fayette Fayette County Environmental Health Publishing Offi ce - WU Upcoming blood drives

LifeServe Blood Center blood drives icksburg High School gym, Sumner, 1-6:30 throughout the area for the coming p.m. months include the following: Monday, May 1 – Sumner Legion Hall, Wednesday, March 1 – (note change of Sumner, 12:30-5:30 p.m. location) Dance Pavilion, Fayette Co. Fair- Wednesday, May 3 – Holy Name Parish grounds, West Union, 12:30-6 p.m. Center, West Union, 12:30-6 p.m. Monday, March 6 – Sumner Legion Wednesday, June 7 – Elgin Legion Hall, Hall, Sumner, 12:30-5:30 p.m. Elgin, 12:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 – Elgin Legion Hall, Monday, June 19 – Fort Atkinson Com- Elgin, 12:30-5:30 p.m. munity Hall, Fort Atkinson, 12:30-6 p.m. Thursday, April 13 – Upper Iowa Uni- Monday, July 3 – Sumner Legion Hall, versity Student Center, Ballroom C, Fay- Sumner, 12:30-5:30 p.m. ette, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Friday, April 14 – Calmar Lutheran To make an appointment to donate at Church (lower level), Calmar, 1:30-5:30 any of the above blood drives, please call p.m. (800) 287-4903 or go online to lifeserve- Monday, April 17 – Fort Atkinson bloodcenter.org. Community Center, Fort Atkinson, 12:30-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 – Sumner-Freder- The Elgin Echo Wednesday, March 1, 2017 A7

Law Enforcement COURT REPORTS February 16-22, 2017

Court Reports: February 16-22, 2017 Arrest Warrant fi led, Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led. SMALL CLAIMS Kelly, Tyler John (Oelwein, IA): Order for Written Plea of Guilty fi led, Order of Custom Car Credit Corporation Disposition fi led. (Oelwein, Arraignment fi led, Trial Information fi led. Williams, Andrea Sue IA) v. Wrice, Daniel Warren (Oelwein, Willie, Shawna Nicole (Oelwein, IA): (Oelwein, IA): IA): Motion for Continuance fi led. Criminal Complaint fi led (x3), Hearing for Written Plea of Guilty fi led, Order of Hofmeyer III, John William Disposition fi led. (Oelwein, IA) Initial Appearance fi led. Nichols, Kyle Christopher v. Grams, Chrystal Ann (Oelwein, IA): Simple Misdemeanor Motion for Continuance fi led. Martinez Garcia, Esmeralda (Postville, (Independence, IA): Order of H&R Accounts Inc. Heins, Arraignment fi led. (Moline, IL) v. IA): Written Plea of Guilty fi led, Order of Miner, Cody James Jennifer May (Oelwein, IA) and Heins, Disposition fi led. (Calmar, IA): Order Neil Joe (Monona, IA): Order for Kuhn Larue, Janelle Colette (Calmar, IA): for Arraignment fi led, Trial Information fi led, Motion for Continuance fi led. Judgement fi led. Written Plea of Guilty fi led. Rohrick, Nathaniel Jeffery Midland Funding LLC (Cedar Rapids, IA) Nesbitt, Steven Daniel (Calmar, IA): Order (Oelwein, v. Boney, Talana (Clermont, IA): Order of Disposition fi led. IA): Criminal Complaint fi led, Hearing Guyer, Charlene Joyce for Initial Appearance fi led. for Judgement fi led. (Elgin, IA): Motion Epley, Flora Mae Veridian Credit Union (Waterloo, IA) v. to Dismiss fi led. (Oelwein, IA): Criminal Larson, Martin P (Arlington, IA): Order Hernandez Morales, Omar (Fayette, IA): Complaint fi led, Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led. for Judgement fi led. Order of Disposition fi led (x2). Stammeyer, Baylee Christine Fisher, Martin M (West Union, IA) v. Laughlin, Cody Joe (Gilbertville, IA): Order Nichols, Roger Palmer and Nichols, of Disposition fi led. (Oelwein, IA): Criminal Complaint Tina Marie Potts, Christopher Michael fi led. (West Union, IA): Order for (Oelwein, IA): TRAFFIC CHARGES Judgement fi led. Order of Disposition fi led, Written Plea of Bradshaw, Victoria Renae Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa Inc. (NA) v. Guilty fi led. (Oelwein, Mickey, Milea Jo (Maynard, IA): Small Long, Jonathen Arlie (Oelwein, IA): Order IA): Dark window or windshield; Claims fi led. of Disposition fi led. Failure to provide proof of fi nancial Credit Acceptance Corporation Martinez, Jesus Alberto Alfaro liability. (NA) Horkheimer, Jordan Lee v. Mulenga, Tiffany A. (Westgate, IA): (Independence, IA): Written Plea of Not (Oelwein, IA): Operating non-registered vehicle. Small Claims fi led. Guilty fi led. MacTaggart, Allison Ann Arctic Seal Urethane Insulation (Jesup, Maclaren, Walter Anthony Lee (Clermont, (Shakopee, IA) v. Staake, David Lee (Westgate, IA): IA): Order Setting Trial fi led. MN): Speeding, 55 or under zone, Young, Jeremiah Cannon 6-10 over. Small Claims fi led. (Elgin, IA): Betsinger, Dalton James In the early morning hours of Wednesday, Feb. 22, Fayette County Sheriff’s offi cers and EMS personnel Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, DBA Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led, Order (Nashua, IA): responded to a 911 call from 17486 T Ave., Sumner, on the report of an unresponsive male lying at the Covenant Bettmeng, No valid drivers license. (Waterloo, IA) v. Setting Trial fi led. Murray, Haylee Jo end of the driveway of the residence. The man, identifi ed as Josh Brayton, 39, was found deceased; Erik Douglas and Bettmeng, Heather Maire, Austin Cody (Oelwein, IA): Order (Oelwein, IA): an autopsy determined he died of a gunshot wound. The Sheriff’s Offi ce and the Iowa Division of Marie (West Union, IA): Small Claims Setting Trial fi led. Failure to obey stop sign and yield Criminal Investigation are continuing to investigate this incident. Anyone with information pertain- fi led. Henry, Katelin Marie (Cedar Rapids, IA): right of way. Berry, Chad Chris (Lamont, IA): ing to this incident is asked to call the Sheriff’s Offi ce at (563) 422-6067. (submitted photo) Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare, DBA Arrest Warrant fi led. Covenant (Waterloo, IA) v. Havill, Henry, Shelby Ryan (Cresco, IA): Operation without registration card Doretta Havill, Kevin or plate. and (Oelwein, IA): Arrest Warrant fi led, Hearing for Initial Estling, Brendon Michael Small Claims fi led. Appearance fi led, Order Setting Trial fi led. (Oelwein, H&R Accounts Inc. (Moline, IL) v. Peterson, Erin Marie (West Union, IA): IA): Speeding, 55 or under zone, Brayton death investigation continues Fettkether, Lawrence Gorge and Criminal Complaint fi led (x2), Hearing for 1-5 over. Fettkether, Lynn Ann Martindale, Regina Edna (Oelwein, On Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 7:57 a.m., On Th ursday, Feb. 23, an autopsy (Wadena, IA): Initial Appearance fi led. Small Claims fi led. Epley, Flora Mae (Oelwein, IA): Criminal IA): Speeding, 55 or under zone, Fayette County Sheriff ’s offi cers responded to was conducted by the Iowa State Medical H&R Accounts Inc. Sill, 6-10 over. (Moline, IL) v. Complaint fi led, Hearing for Initial Dillon, Patrick Brian a 911 call from 17486 T Ave., Sumner, on the Examiner’s Offi ce in Ankeny and determined Rodger (Stanley, IA): Small Claims fi led. Appearance fi led. (Sumner, IA): Conner, Corey Ray (Oelwein, IA): Criminal Speeding, 55 or under zone, 6-10 report of an unresponsive male lying at the that Brayton died of a gunshot wound. CRIMINAL CASES: over. end of the driveway of the residence. Sheriff ’s Th e investigation into Brayton’s death is Complaint fi led, Hearing for Initial Klink, John Lee Aggravated Misdemeanor Appearance fi led. (Oelwein, IA): Failure offi cers and EMS personnel responded, lo- ongoing. Randall, Cameron Andrew Snay, Renee Lynn to provide proof of fi nancial liability. (Oelwein, IA): Criminal Johanns, Brenda Joy cated the male, and determined that he was Th e Fayette County Sheriff ’s Offi ce is (Fredericksburg, IA): Hearing for Initial Complaint fi led. (Fayette, IA): Appearance fi led. Stammeyer, Baylee Christine (Oelwein, Speeding, 55 or under zone, 6-10 deceased. Th e deceased was identifi ed as Josh asking anyone with information regarding Young, Jeremiah Cannon over. Brayton, 39, the owner of the residence. this incident or anyone who may have passed (Elgin, IA): IA): Criminal Complaint fi led. Bohr, Spencer Joseph Probation Revocation fi led, Hearing for Willie, Shawna Nicole (Oelwein, IA): (Cresco, IA): Th e Iowa Division of Criminal the area of 17486 T Ave. in the early morning Initial Appearance fi led. Criminal Complaint fi led (x3), Hearing for Failure to obey stop sign and yield Kobelt, William Walter right of way. Investigation was requested to assist with the hours of Wednesday, Feb. 22, to please con- (West Union, IA): Initial Appearance fi led. Abernathy, Shelly Lynn case. tact the Sheriff ’s Offi ce at (563) 422-6067. Written Plea of Guilty fi led, Order of Serious Misdemeanor (Fayette, IA): Disposition fi led. Nolan, Ryan Patrick (Oelwein, IA): Order Speeding, 55 or under zone, 6-10 Yearous, James Dale over. (Arlington, IA): of Disposition fi led. Gamm, Christal Renae Motion for Continuance fi led. Gyorko, Joshua Joel (Hawkeye, IA): (Randalia, IA): Stolen car recovered in Rosales, Jose Angel (Oelwein, IA): Order Order of Disposition fi led, Written Plea of Speeding, 55 or under zone, 6-10 Loses control of semi, for Arraignment fi led, Trial Information Guilty fi led. over. Cited for OWI, Sumner Frank, Taylor J (Omaha, NE): goes into ditch On Sunday, Feb. 26, at fi led. Veber, Dakota Andrew (Oelwein, IA): other offenses Peterson, Erin Marie (West Union, IA): Motion for Continuance fi led. Speeding, 55 or under zone, 11-15 On Friday, Feb. 24, at approximately 1:32 a.m., the Kelly, Tyler John over. On Saturday, Feb. 25, Criminal Complaint fi led, Hearing for (Oelwein, IA): Order Meyer, Luke Travis at approximately 1:29 a.m., approximately 8:33 a.m., Fayette County Sheriff’s Of- Initial Appearance fi led. Setting Trial fi led. (Oelwein, IA): Laughlin, Cody Joe Speeding, 11-15 over. the Fayette County Sher- the Fayette County Sher- fi ce received report of a sto- Felony (Gilbertville, IA): Reinert, Levi Paul O’Brien, Penny Lynn (Dubuque, IA): Order of Disposition fi led, Written Plea of (Oelwein, IA): iff’s Offi ce was notifi ed of iff’s Offi ce received a report len vehicle from a rural resi- Operation without registration. of a semi in the ditch on Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led. Guilty fi led. a vehicle accident in which dence south of Westgate. Snay, Renee Lynn (Oelwein, IA): Probation Buhr, Skylar Joseph (Oelwein, IA): Order Highway 3, a half-mile east The vehicle in question, a Revocation fi led. for Arraignment fi led, Trial Information The Elgin Echo publishes Court News Andrew Gatungo Miringu, Schuler, Tina Marie as part of its obligation to inform 28, of Fayette stated his of N Ave. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix, (West Union, IA): fi led. Upon further investi- Motion for Continuance fi led. Coonrad, Tonya Mae Lorraine (West readers about the business of public vehicle had gone into the was later located in the city Cornwell, Myles Jeffrey institutions and to serve as a keeper gation, it was determined (Fort Dodge, IA): Union, IA): Hearing for Initial Appearance ditch, but he did not know of Sumner and was stopped Probation Revocation fi led. fi led. of the local historical record, space that David Gal, 32, of Crest- by Sumner Police. Sherpa, Bikash (Fayette, IA): Motion for Peterson, Erin Marie (West Union, IA): permitting. All items are taken from where he was located. public documents at the Fayette After a brief search, a wood, Ill., was driving a The driver, Mitchell Continuance fi led. Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led. Bright, Kimberly Hope (Arlington, IA): Torson, Trampas Troy (Oelwein, IA): Order County courthouse. It is the policy of Fayette County deputy lo- 2007 Volvo semi when he Tehel, 19, of Sumner, was this paper that this column contain a lost control of the vehicle, Order Setting Trial fi led. of Disposition fi led. cated Miringu and his ve- found to be intoxicated. Loers, Stephen Andrew (Oelwein, IA): OWI complete record; requests for items to causing it to jack-knife and Tehel was arrested for Order of Arraignment fi led. Vagts, Austin Xavier (Gladstone, MO): be withheld will not be granted. hicle in the ditch of High- Jones, Tyrin James way 187 near 50th Street. enter the north ditch. operating while intoxicat- (Cedar Falls, IA): Order of Disposition fi led (x2). The semi sustained ap- Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led. Nading, Larry Dean (Elgin, IA): Order of Upon investigation, it ed and transported to the Schmidt, Taylor Anthony proximately $10,000 worth (Plainfi eld, IA): Disposition fi led. was determined that Mir- Bremer County Jail. Order of Arraignment fi led. Guyer, Charlene Joyce (Elgin, IA): ingu was intoxicated. of damage. Tehel faces several oth- Young, Jeremiah Cannon (Elgin, IA): The driver of the semi er charges, including oper- Hearing for Initial Appearance fi led. He was arrested and Snay, Renee Lynn (Oelwein, IA): Order for transported to the Fayette was taken by ambulance ating without the owner’s to Mercy Hospital in Oel- Arraignment fi led, Trial Information fi led. County Law Enforcement consent. Gray, Kenin Ross (Waterloo, IA): Hearing FAYETTE COUNTY SUPERVISORS Center, where he was wein, where he was treated The incident remains for Initial Appearance fi led, Order for charged with operating for minor injuries and re- under investigation. Arraignment fi led, Trial Information fi led. leased. Carrasco, Esteban Ricardo (Oelwein, IA): while intoxicated, fi rst of- West Union, Fayette County, Iowa Ingamells, Wilda The cause of the acci- Monday, February 13, 2017 Open Prairie Sct 21 & 28 28.80 fense; driving while his Th e Board of Supervisors of Fayette Jipson, Ronald & Sandra license is suspended; and dent was determined to be County, Iowa, met on February 13, 2017, at 9:00 Open Prairie Oran 1 25.50 a combination of both the a.m., at the Fayette County Supervisor’s offi ce. Jones, Milton failure to maintain con- Th e roll was called showing the following Open Prairie Bet 10 12.00 weather and road condi- PUBLIC NOTICE Supervisors present and absent: Kalb, John Edward trol. Present: Jeanine Tellin, Darrel Dolf & Janell Open Prairie/F.Cov. ILL 26 & 35 79.80 tions. Bradley Kiel, Doug Miringu was later re- West Union, Fayette County, Iowa Absent: -None- Open Prairie Wfd 5 4.20 leased by a magistrate. Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Motion was made by Dolf and seconded Knudsvig, Ronnie M. Th e Board of Supervisors of Fayette by Bradley to approve the current agenda. Open Prairie Ill 15 10.00 County, Iowa, met on Wednesday, February 15, PUBLIC NOTICE On roll call, all voted aye, none nay, and the Kohlmeyer, George 2017, at 6:00 o’clock p.m., at the Courthouse motion was carried. Open Prairie Bks 11 8.30 Assembly Room. Motion was made by Bradley and Kremer, Lorus Farms Co. Th e meeting was called to order by the seconded by Dolf to approve the minutes of Open Prairie/F.Cov Clm,17 & 20 69.01 IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR the Monday, February 6, 2017 meeting. On roll Langreck, Florian & Lois Chairperson, and the roll was called showing the FAYETTE COUNTY following Supervisors present and absent: call, all voted aye, none nay, and the motion was Wildlife Edn 7 2.00 CASE NO. ESPR019973 carried. Lehs, Lonnie J. & Beverly CLERMONT CITY COUNCIL Present: Jeanine Tellin, Darrel Dolf & Janell NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF Bradley Th e Board met with Tim Cummings, Open Prairie Wfd 7, Ctr 1 19.81 APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND Custodian, for an update. Lenius Country Home, Inc. Absent: -None- NOTICE TO CREDITORS Motion was made by Dolf and seconded Th e Board met with Deb Dietzenbach, Open Prairie FRE 11 7.30 CITY OF C LERMONT Iowa Firefi ghters Association .D. Dues...... IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Planning and Zoning, for an update regarding a Matthias, Darold D. by Bradley to approve the current agenda. ALF EUGENE THORSON, Deceased. FEBRUARY 20, 2017 ...... $325.00 On roll call, all voted aye, none nay, and the cell phone tower. Open Prairie Fre 32 9.80 Th e Clermont City Council met in Total ...... $1,396.60 motion was carried. To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Alf In accordance with section 50.24 of Mihall, Marilyn regular session on February 20, 2017, at the PUBLIC WORKS Th e Board met with approximately Eugene Th orson, Deceased, who died on or the Code of Iowa, the Board of Supervisors Open Prairie Sfd 16 9.20 Larrabee Building Room #4. Alliant Energy Electricity ...... $1,124.54 23 members of the public for a discussion about January 27, 2017: proceeded to canvass the tally lists of the Miller, Kenneth & Helen Mayor James Matt called the meeting to Casey’s General Stores, Inc. RUT and Snow Rem. concerning the use of UTV’s in Fayette County. You are hereby notifi ed that on February following Special School Elections of February 7, Open Prairie Wfd 5 10.89 order at 7:00 p.m. Vehicle Gas ...... $302.51 Th e Board adjourned. 22, 2017, the last will and testament of Alf 2017. Moore, Gayle A. Roll Call: Council members Harris, John Deere Financial Maintenance Shop Upon request, this information could be Eugene Th orson, deceased, bearing date of North Fayette School Open Prairie Elg 14&23 16.82 Taylor, Schott, and Lehmann were present. Building Repair/Maint. And Vehicle Repair/ made available in large print, and/or computer October 10, 2012, was admitted to probate in the Issue A: Moore, Gayle A. Ashby attended by speaker phone. Maintenance ...... $74.84 disk. above-named court and that Anna M. Th orson YES 504 NO 17 Open Prairie Plv 14 & 23 76.37 Taylor moved, Harris seconded, to Bunn Services Garbage Hauling ...... $1,650.00 Published in Th e Elgin Echo was appointed executor of the estate. Any ac- Mulford, Barbara approve the agenda. Roll Call: Motion carried Olson Electric & More Street Light Repair/ March 1, 2017. tion to set aside the will must be brought in the North Fayette School Rivers & Streams Sct 24 24.80 5-0. Maintenance ...... $99.12 district court of said county within the later to Issue B: Neiwoehner, Dean & Marilyn Schott moved, Lehmann seconded, to Total ...... $3,251.01 occur of four months from the date of the second YES 491 NO 29 Open Prairie Win 31 19.86 approve the February 6, 2017 minutes. Roll Call: CULTURE & RECREATION publication of this notice or one month from Nuss, Frederic & Hilary Motion carried 5-0. Alliant Energy Electricity ...... $324.17 the date of mailing of this notice to all heirs of Valley School Open Prairie Bet 11 42.50 Lehmann moved, Schott seconded, to John Deere Financial Opera House Building the decedent and devisees under the will whose Issue C: Nuss Family Revoc. Trust approve the disbursements. Roll Call: Motion Repair/Maintenance ...... $7.98 ELGIN CITY COUNCIL identities are reasonably ascertainable, or there- YES 329 NO 26 Open Prairie Ctr 8 32.40 carried 5-0. Viafi eld Opera House Fuel ...... $563.79 aft er be forever barred. Oltrogge, James Harris moved, Taylor seconded, to accept Total ...... $895.94 Notice is further given that all persons Open Prairie Har 7 30.80 February 20, 2017 Valley School the Maintenance Report. Roll Call: Motion GENERAL GOVERNMENT indebted to the estate are requested to make im- Issue D: Pattison, James carried 5-0. Alliant Energy Electricity ...... $304.19 mediate payment to the undersigned, and credi- YES 326 NO 30 Open Prairie Wfd 5 16.10 Harris moved, Schott seconded, to Viafi eld Larrabee Building Fuel ...... $1,274.00 Th e Elgin City council met in regular tors having claims against the estate shall fi le Pleasant Valley Sport Club approve Resolution 2017-08 Temporary Gundersen Health Plan Employee Health session with Mayor Pfi ster presiding. Th e them with the clerk of the above-named district Wetlands/Native Plv 3 8.20 meeting was called to order at 7:00pm. Council Th e Board met with Leann Berns and Embargo. Roll Call: Motion carried 5-0. Insurance ...... $1,473.54 court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for Caroline Bemiss for an update regarding UTV’s Popenhagen, Leone Harris moved, Lehmann seconded, to Fayette Publishing Publications ...... $98.26 members Popenhagen, Hills and Knobloch were allowance, and unless so fi led by the later to oc- Open Prairie Ill 36 2.50 present with Strong and Baker absent. Motion on County Roads. approve Option A - $2,246.00 for the fl ood Total ...... $3,149.99 cur of four months from the date of the second Th e Board met with Joel Fantz, County Potratz, Steven & Helen insurance renewal. Roll Call: Motion carried BUSINESS TYPE ACTIVITIES by Knobloch, second by Hills to approve the publication of this notice or one month from the Open Prairie Har 31 43.00 agenda. Carried 3-0. Motion by Hills, second Engineer, for an update. 5-0. Alliant Energy Electricity ...... $1,675.26 date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise Motion was made by Dolf and seconded Reicks, Merle & Sheila Harris moved, Taylor seconded, to Viafi eld Well House Fuel ...... $196.10 by Knobloch to approve the minutes of the allowed or paid), a claim is thereaft er forever Wildlife Bet 30 2.00 February 6, 2017 meeting. Carried 3-0. Motion by Bradley to approve the change order from donate $1,300.00 to the Fayette Co. Local Fehr Graham Sewer Engineering ...... $1,217.00 barred. Peters Construction on the Courthouse Window Ross, Rehorst & Cons. Bd. Housing Trust Fund as matching funds for local U.S. Cellular Cell Phone ...... $50.00 by Knobloch, second by Hills to approve the Dated February 22, 2017. Native Prairie WIN 24 84.58 following bills: Replacement Project. On roll call, all voted aye, project. 4 Ayes, Lehmann Nay, motion carried Iowa Assn. Of Municipal Utilities Date of second publication: March 8, none nay, and the motion was carried. Rueber, Dean& Marilyn& 3-D 4-1. Water Dues ...... $547.38 BILLS PAID 02/20/2017 2017. Open Prairie Fre 14,15,16 19.27 GENERAL Motion was made by Dolf and seconded Citizen Comments: Roger Radloff is Total ...... $3,685.74 Anna M. Th orson by Bradley to approve the following update Schmidt, Gerald & Nora concerned with the deer population in the City DISBURSEMENTS PAID AFTER LAST Croell Redi-Mix, Inc., Road Sand ...... $420.75 Executor of the Estate Open Prairie Jef 7 & Orn 12 10.30 Don’s 66 Service, Fire & Streets ...... $149.70 of property tax exemptions for conservation limits of Clermont and chronic wasting disease. MEETING ...... 2/20/2017 1512 Apple Rd., Clermont, IA 52135 purposes: Schmitt, Roger Rod Wagner asked questions concerning the Jenean Niedert Wages ...... $987.84 Fayette Publishing, Publishing ...... $45.66 Wildlife Fre 1 2.00 future road plans of Stone Street. Paul Durnan Wages ...... $385.88 Frieden Welding, LTD., Plow ...... $11.08 T. David Katsumes Schumacher, Daniel & Patricia Iowa Workforce Development, Name Type Location Acres Harris moved, Schott seconded, to Brian Schroeder Wages ...... $1,113.76 Attorney for the Executor Baerg, William & Jeannie Wildlife. Edn 30 1.50 adjourn the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Motion carried Ann Dibble Wages ...... $238.05 Unemployment ...... $35.00 P.O. Box 275, Elgin, IA 52141 Senner Family Farms, LLC Rhonda Dales, Cleaning ...... $200.00 Open Prairie Scot 31 14.90 5-0. Rebecca Whit Wages ...... $216.20 Published in the Elgin Echo Bankrupt Hollow Open Prairie Bet 14 57.66 Treasurer State of Iowa, State Withholding March 1 and 8, 2017. DISBURSEMENTS 2/20/2017 Malathi Erickson Wages ...... $15.55 Native Prairie Win 04 17.60 Shank Land Partnership Area Ambulanc Payment ...... $450.00 Taxes ...... $120.33 Wildlife BKS8 2.00 PUBLIC SAFETY ...... General ...... $982.52 Bassett, Robert & Bonnie Alliant Energy Electricity ...... $185.31 Dale BildenOpera House and Larrabee Building Wetlands Put 11 2.40 Stejskal, Robert Janitor ...... $400.00 ROAD USE TAX Open Prairie Jef 18 12.70 Casey’s General Stores, Inc. F.D. Vehicle Gas and Don’s 66 Service, Snow Removal ...... $211.00 Bassett, Robert & Bonnie Rural Fire Vehicle Gas...... $156.46 Clermont Post Offi ce Sewer Postage ...... $15.10 Open Prairie Put 11 2.61 Tayek, Robert Total ...... $3,822.38 Viafi eld, Salt ...... $66.78 PUBLIC NOTICE Open Prairie Haw 19 & 30 5.81 John Deere Financial F.D. Building Repair/ Beeghly, James & Nina DISBURSEMENTS ...... $12,379.28 ROAD USE TAX ...... $277.78 Tayek, Robert Maintenance ...... $17.28 WATER Open Prairie Dov 14, Viafi eld ..F.D. Building Repair/Maintenance and DISBURSEMENTS PAID AFTER LAST WFD 21 40.48 Open Prairie Win 19 & 33 11.38 MEETING ...... $3,822.38 Ia. Dept. of Revenue & Finance, Tayek, Robert Fuel ...... $646.10 Sales Tax ...... $1,648.92 IOWA DISTRICT COURT FOR Bowers, Randy Napa Auto Parts .F.D. Equip. Expense and Rural GRAND TOTAL ...... $16,201.66 FAYETTE COUNTY Open Prairie Bet 11 3.20 Open Prairie Bet 24 6.17 Published in the Elgin Echo WATER ...... $1.648.92 Tayek, Robert Fire Expense ...... $66.45 SEWER CASE NO. ESPR019971 Busch, Gerald & Judith March 1, 2017. NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF Open Prairie WFD 20 9.48 Open Prairie Cen 2&3 14.94 Ia. Dept. of Revenue & Finance, Teague, Ida Mae Trust Sales Tax ...... $377.06 APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND Childers, Mark & Patricia NOTICE TO CREDITORS Open Prairie Cen 18 4.70 Open Prairie Jef 10 2.25 SEWER ...... $377.06 Tellin, Dennis R & Jeanine A Speak To An Owner, SOLID WASTE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Clark, William S. & Jill L. LUELLA M. PATTERSON, Deceased. Open Prairie Dov 29 9.52 Open Prairie Har 18 9.50 Bunn Services, Monthly ...... $2,382.50 Th ompson TST ETAL, Jane A. Not A Salesman Ia. Dept. of Revenue & Finance, Sales To All Persons Interested in the Estate of Christen, Louis & Cheryl Luella M. Patterson, Deceased, who died on or Impoundment Ill 22 5.50 Open Prairie WIN 16 9.30 Tax ...... $260.87 Th ompson TST ETAL, Jane A. SOLID WASTE ...... $2,643.37 about January 5, 2017: Clemens, Roberta TST You are hereby notifi ed that on February Open Prairie Jef 10 7.50 Wildlife Hab. WIN16 1.60 TOTAL ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Tope, Jim & Stan 50’x80’x16’ BUILDING CHECKS ...... $5,929.65 22, 2017, the last will and testament of Luella M. Cushion, Brian & Mariah Patterson, deceased, bearing date of December Open Prairie Cen 17 25.60 Open Prairie Uni 21 20.00 PAYROLL CHECKS Treloar, Judith $34,800 Rhonda Dales ...... $960.00 14, 2015, was admitted to probate in the above- Egan, Richard named court and that Duane Patterson was Open Prairie Fre 33 9.50 Open Prairie Edn 26 24.50 Larry Ormston ...... $51.99 Warner, Roberta ETAL 26 Gauge Steel Th omas Martin ...... $1,455.00 appointed executor of the estate. Any action to ESW Sanders Farm, LLC 1 Entry Door set aside the will must be brought in the district Open Prairie SFD 28 21.00 Native Prairie Cen 14 31.20 Lisa Leuck ...... $888.89 Whitford, Sherry Shaw 1 - 24’ x 16’ Split Sliding Door Justin DeWitte ...... $38.09 court of said county within the later to occur of Fayette Soil & Water Conserv. four months from the date of the second publica- Open Prairie Uni 14 58.46 Open Prairie Arl28 9.53 Romona Benson ...... $56.45 Wood, Joe & Barbara *Erected on your level site * Travel charges may apply TOTAL PAYROLL CHECKS ...... $3,450.42 tion of this notice or one month from the date of Feldman, Larry & Carol mailing of this notice to all heirs of the decedent Open Prairie Jef 8 9.00 Native Prairie Jef 16 5.00 Locally Owned/Operated 15 Years Experience Free Estimate Experienced Crews PAID TOTAL ...... $9,380.07 Total 1,452.13 Carried 3-0. and devisees under the will whose identities are Four A Farms, LLC Henry - Western IA | Simon - Eastern IA | Kevin - Eastern NE reasonably ascertainable, or thereaft er be forever Open Prairie Fre 15 18.63 On roll call, all voted aye, none nay, and City Superintendent, Tom Martin the motion was carried. 641 - 436 - 1757 319 - 464 - 7781 402-880-2592 reported to the council that he has mapped barred. Fayette Co. Cons. Board www.gingerichstructures.com Notice is further given that all persons Native Prairie Bks 1 33.20 Motion was made by Bradley and where the sewer cleaning needs to take place seconded by Dolf to approve the following this year. Th e cost will be around $5300. He also indebted to the estate are requested to make im- Gamm, Erich & Christal mediate payment to the undersigned, and credi- Wetlands Cen 12 20.50 license: gave the council a price of $1485 to get the water Th e application of Waucoma Grain, tower cleaned. Motion by Knobloch, second tors having claims against the estate shall fi le Gamm, Erich & Christal them with the clerk of the above-named district Native Prairie Cen 12 7.25 Inc., d/b/a Alpha Garage & Convenience Store by Popenhagen to approve his report and the 2 for a 12 month Class C Beer Permit, for use in quotes. Carried 3-0. court, as provided by law, duly authenticated, for Gamm, Roger & Vickie allowance, and unless so fi led by the later to oc- Open Prairie Cen 2 126.00 EdenTwp. was submitted and recommendation Th e public hearing on the FY18 Budget made that the license be granted. SPRING AHEAD @ was opened at 7:30pm. With no public present, cur of four months from the date of the second H & K Gieselman Farms, publication of this notice or one month from the Open Prairie Oran 13 11.99 On roll call, all voted aye, none nay, and the hearing was closed immediately aft er open at the license was approved. Looking for positive, dependable drivers. 7:30pm. date of mailing of this notice (unless otherwise Gumm Farms, LLC allowed or paid), a claim is thereaft er forever Open Prairie Fre 26 6.56 Th e Board met with Marty Fisher, Sheriff , Hiring by March 17 Motion by Popenhagen, second by Hills for an update. to approve the mayor’s appointment of Erik barred. Hackmann, Rowland Full Time Class-A CDL Dated February 22, 2017. Native Prairie Plv 2 4.90 Eff ective 02/01/2017 Jean Larson has Johnson to the Fayette County 911 Board as the been employed as a Full Time Dispatcher for for food grade liquid/dry bulk for City of Elgin’s representative. Carried 3-0. Date of second publication: March 8, Hamilton&Nekola, 2017. Raymond&Jeff the Fayette County Sheriff ’s Offi ce for one year. Cedar Rapids to Illinois and beyond. Motion by Knobloch, second by Hills Jean’s wage will increase to $17.31 per hour. to approve the mayor’s appointment of Erik Duane Patterson Open Prairie Win 11 14.70 • Excellent pay Hawkeye Land Company Th e Board adjourned. ‡SDLGEHQH¿WV Johnson to the Fayette County EMA Board as Executor of the Estate 21247 F. Ave., Elgin, IA 52141 Forest Cover PLV 11 2.31 Upon request, this information could be • 2+ years of driving experience the City of Elgin’s representative. Carried 3-0. made available in large print, and/or computer Motion by Knobloch, second by Hills to Hawkeye Land Company • Good driving record T. David Katsumes Open Prairie CTR 11 5.99 disk. adjourn at 7:43pm. Carried 3-0. Lori Moellers Jeanine Tellin Rhonda Dales – City Clerk Attorney for the Executor Hayes, Th omas APPLY NOW! P.O. Box 275, Elgin, IA 52141 Wildlife Hab. Put 22 2.00 County Auditor Chair of the Board William Pfi ster Jr. - Mayor Published in Th e Elgin Echo www.jensentransport.com Published in Th e Elgin Echo Published in the Elgin Echo Hughson, Daniel Wayne Open Prairie Cen 20 3.50 March 1, 2017. Call Tim Jensen for an Interview today: 1-800-772-1734 EOE March 1, 2017. March 1 and 8, 2017. A8 Wednesday, March 1, 2017 The Elgin Echo

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By CHRIS DEBACK [email protected] At a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 21, the Fayette County Supervisors adopted the 2017-2018 fi scal year budget. Due to Presidents’ Day, their regular Monday meeting was moved back a day. The Supervisors will levy $6.38617 in urban and $9.73297 in rural areas per $1,000 assessed value. Prop- erty taxes are the main source of income for the County. However, even though two-thirds of the population lives in “urban” settings, two-thirds of the property tax comes from rural residents. A public hearing was held on the budget before its approval. A majority of County department heads were in attendance to answer any questions the public may have had. Bill Baerg of Stanley attended the meeting and noted that even though the Supervisors didn’t raise the levy, his taxes still increased because the value on his property increased. The farmer stated that the value only went up on farm ground, but not for those who live in town or who just own a home in the country. He gets taxed on every parcel he owns, and he saw anywhere from a 10 percent to a 30 percent increase on each parcel for an average increase of 16 percent. Baerg asked the Supervisors if they had thought about changing the levies, raising the urban and lower- ing the rural to make what he called a “random change” more fair across-the-board. The Supervisors said they Five North Fayette and Valley sixth-grade band students recently hadn’t. participated in the Young Musicians Honor Band at College Adam Keller of West Union asked Auditor Lori Community School District in Cedar Rapids. Students accepted Moellers why the County is showing in the budget that into the second-year band under the direction of conductor Linda Johansen were (top to bottom) Rachel Everman, Brendan Wander, it will expend more than it takes in. She explained that Tommy Clark, Kerigan Alexander, and Ayla Moss. Submitted photo the budget is cyclical, that departments like Second- ary Roads have to budget for projects that might occur How You Can Avoid during the fi scal year, but if they don’t, that money gets 7 Costly Mistakes if pushed to the next year. While it shows a negative bal- ance of $1,330,250 for the 2016-2017 fi scal year that will Hurt at Work end June 30, the County should come out ahead because Each year thousands of Iowans are hurt departments don’t expend their entire budgets. at work, but many fail to learn the Injured Workers Bill of Rights which includes: For the 2015-2016 fi scal year, the County fi nished Dan Fagle was the winner of the Second Annual Chili Cookoff 1. Payment of Mileage at $.54 per mile at $530,639, according to Moellers, recovering that held on Sunday, Feb. 26, in the Dance Pavilion at the Fayette 2. Money for Permanent Disability $1,330,250 isn’t out of the question. She noted that in County Fairgrounds in West Union. Fagle beat out nine other 3. 2nd Medical Opinion in Admitted the last 10 years, only once has the County fi nished with competitors. Proceeds from the event benefi t the Fayette County Claims. . . . A Bold New Book reveals your other rights, exposes insurance company secrets and much more expended than brought in. That was 2008-2009, Fair Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) organization and supports more. The book is being offered to you at no cost because since when the County fi nished $134,608 in the red because of the Fayette County Fair. Submitted photo 1997, Iowa Work Injury Attorney Corey Walker has seen the the historic fl ooding that occurred during that year. consequences of client’s costly mistakes. If you or a loved one have been hurt at work and do not have an attorney claim your copy In other business, the Supervisors held a public (while supplies last) Call Now (800)-707-2552, ext. 311 (24 Hour hearing before approving an amendment to the 2016- Recording) or go to www.IowaWorkInjury.com. Guarantee- 2017 budget. CMS annoucement Corey stands behind his book and if you do not learn at least one On Monday, Feb. 27, during its regular Monday meet- thing call us and we will donate $1,000 to your charity of choice. ing, the Supervisors spoke with Sam Whitehead, Fayette The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services County Economic Development coordinator, and Carrie (CMS) recently announced that, if permitted by appli- Davis, Fayette County Tourism director. cable state authorities, health insurers will be allowed 43rd Annual The Board also met with John Reeg, West Union Cor- to continue transitional policies through calendar year rectional Facility Residential manager, and heard updates 2018. The Iowa Insurance Division, Iowa’s applicable state from various county department heads. authority, will allow this extension through 2018. NFV Fine Arts NFV’s new gym construction on schedule Carnival By CHRIS DEBACK at NFV [email protected] Those driving by North Fayette Valley High School Middle may have noticed a new building popping up behind the school. School North Fayette Valley is building a new 10,000-square-foot gym and Friday, March 3 4,000-square-foot safe-room area. In total, the project costs $2.9 million and is paid Admission - 50¢ for with local option sales tax (LOST) funds. Everything starts Larson Construction of Independence, which built at 5 p.m.! the Performing Arts Center some years ago, is on sched- Enjoy BBQ Pork, ule to complete the project Cod Fish Sandwiches, on time. The safe-room area will Hot Dogs & more! consist of a hallway, new boys’ and girls’ restrooms, a Tickets - 4/$100 mechanical room and two North Fayette Valley High School is adding on a safe-room classrooms that are rated area that will consist of two classrooms, one of which “A Prize for EF5 tornadoes. The class- is pictured in this photo, boys’ and girls’ restrooms, a Every Time!” rooms are slightly bigger mechanical room, and the hallway. The 4,000-square-foot than classrooms in the main area will be rated for EF5 tornadoes. (Chris DeBack photo) building. Duane Willhite, NEW GAMES - North Fayette and Valley This new hallway is an Giant Hungry Hippo, shared superintendent, not- EF5 tornado safe area. ed that the safe room area In total, the tornado-safe High Striker, Infl atable needs to be big enough to area will consist of two Bowling, Ker Plunk account for fi ve square feet “With this window, we can classrooms, the hallway, per person. have one teacher supervis- boys’ and girls’ restrooms, and Plinko! The two new classrooms ing both rooms. So, the kids and a mechanical allow the district to get rid that are taking online classes room. When building and stuff like that can do it in the safe-room area, the Bake Sale! Cake Walk! Basket Auction! of the portable classroom it architect must take has on the north side of the here and be supervised.” into consideration an building. Once this is com- The gym features pre- allowance of 5 square feet plete, students won’t have to cast concrete walls, seating per building occupant. 50/50 Raffle head out into the elements for 300, will have air condi- The project is on schedule to get to class when the tioning and LED lights. One to be completed on Aug. 15. (Chris DeBack phot) weather is poor. of the entrance doors to the Sponsored by: North Fayette Valley Fine Arts Boosters “We have a hallway gym is lined up with the for kids to access these wrestling room so a wrestling two classrooms, which mat could easily be brought are all rated for EF5 torna- in. The new gym could host Are you Ready for the does,” Willhite said. “There one of the junior varsity are some schools where games on nights when var- StruXure has built EF3 tor- sity plays a doubleheader. “BIG” Ride? nado safe rooms, and it was This would allow the district roughly the same cost as reg- to push back the start time of ular construction. When we the JV games from the cur- talked about it, people in the rent 4 p.m. start time because room had all been down to the boys’ and girls’ JV games MARCH 31 Parkersburg; they remember could be played simultane- THROUGH seeing that down there and ously. There is no plan to thought, ‘let’s make it safe play any varsity games in the Annual Spring Sale for the EF5.’ new gym. “If you lose a life in the “It is for practice space,” EF-3 tornado room because Willhite closed. “We have so MARCH 1 a 5 hit, then you feel pretty many parents helping out bad about that,” Willhite with lower-level basketball added. “It wasn’t a hard de- and volleyball teams that cision when it came to the they fi nd enough gym space safety of our kids and fac- in the three other buildings ulty.” we have. 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 A10 Wednesday, March 1, 2017 The Elgin Echo Parade of Bands at NFV

Photos by Chris DeBack

Haley Voshell and Ajalyn Folsom play the clarinet in the combined North Fayette and Valley fi fth-grade band on Tuesday, Feb. 21. The combined band participated as part of Parade of Bands night in the NFVHS gym.

Trey Frieden performs “Majestic March” by Paul Lavender on his trombone in the North Fayette and Valley combined fi fth-grade band during Parade of Bands on Tuesday, Feb. 21, in the NFVHS gym.

Zoey Frey and Hope Wander enjoy Concentrating on her fl ute music in the NFVMS band during the playing “Reverberations” by Brian Parade of Bands is Maureen Weiss. Balmages as part of the NFVHS band during the Parade of Bands on Tuesday, Feb. 21.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING Continued from Front Page

bargaining process. First, it separates public employees into two tiers: public safety and non public safety employees. Public safety employees are police offi cers, peace offi cers, fi refi ghters, and conservation offi cers while all other public employees, including teachers, are considered non public safety employees. The tiers are determined by whether or not the union has at least 30 percent of its members as pub- lic safety employees. Non public safety employees will only be entitled to ne- gotiate base wages with their employers. Those employees are banned from negotiating health insurance, evaluation procedures, supplemental pay, staff reduction, and leaves of absences for political purposes. There are other items such as vacation days that can still be negotiated. However, those items have to be mutually agreed upon. If either the employ- er or union doesn’t want to bargain on an item, then the item can’t be bargained. Members of the NFV Middle Also, all unions will be barred from having union due School band (l-r) Aidan checkoffs taken out of a public employee’s paycheck, and the Nelson, Jordan Johnson, Emma union will have to be recertifi ed prior to negotiations. Ney, and Jodie Wettleson play Molly Holthaus, North Fayette Education Association the rousing NFV fi ght song as president, and Karen Michelson, North Fayette school board the grand fi nale of the Parade vice president, believe this just puts more emphasis on trust of Bands on Tuesday night, between the employee and employer. It should be noted that Feb. 21. contract negotiations have already been completed for the 2017-18 school year and have been ratifi ed. The new law can’t change what has already been negotiated. “I think it takes away some local control, but I think that is up to the school board, and hopefully our school board supports us enough to stand behind us,” Holthaus said. “We are going to listen, and I’m sure the teachers are go- ing to listen to our side,” Michelson added. “I think there is still a lot of give-and-take. We are going to be open, and the teachers will be, as well. We have good teachers, and we’re going to want to keep them.” Many teachers are concerned about health insurance, since it can no longer be negotiated. Holthaus noted that there are some employees who continue to teach because of the health benefi ts. She is confi dent the school district will continue to offer competitive benefi ts. “We have been reassured by our administration — ob- viously, they have to stay competitive in the marketplace — that they will continue to offer competitive benefi ts,” Holthaus explained. “They have to offer something; other- wise, people wouldn’t stay in the profession.” However, at a town hall forum in Arlington on Saturday morning, Feb. 18, some teachers in attendance expressed concern that whether or not the district wants to cut health benefi ts, it may be forced to due to budget cuts. If it can’t be negotiated, the teachers are at the mercy of the budget if things get tight. Holthaus noted that if that were the case, some teachers would be forced to make tough decisions. “That is where we look at our budgeting from year to year,” Michelson said of the concern. “We have early retire- ments, so we don’t have to cut someone who has just been with us for a year. We look at the size of the classes and we look at the subject matter as we look forward each year. There is a lot of give-and-take, but we have worked hard to not lay off people. I think history has shown that we have worked hard at that.” Iowa House Minority Leader Mark Smith of Marshalltown has been very critical of his Republican counterparts since HEARTSAVERS the bill was passed. In a press release, he stated, “In just 10 days, Republican lawmakers and Governor Branstad unrav- eled Iowa’s successful, bipartisan collective-bargaining law. After watching the events unfold the last week and a half, what we’ve learned is that the fi x was in long before Iowans CPR/AED TRAINING ever saw the bill. “For several months, Republicans, Branstad and Reynolds have hinted at “tweaks” to our collective-bargain- ing law. That law simply requires Iowans and their public Fayette County Community Members Welcome employers (school, city, county, etc.) to sit down and work together to discuss issues and reach mutually agreeable solu- tions in the workplace. “Written in secret behind closed doors, Republicans Saturday, March 25, 9 to 11 a.m. had months to get the bill drafted with support from ‘dark money’ special-interest groups, including the Koch Brothers, Gundersen Palmer Hospital – Boeke Freed Education Center (lower level) ALEC, and Americans for Prosperity (AFP),” he added. “Before the bill was released to the public, another special- $7 Check to Gundersen Palmer Community Health interest group funded by out-of-state corporations even RSVP to Trish Patterson 422.3811 started running television commercials to support the secret bill. That’s because the special-interest fi x was in.” However, Republican Steve Holt from Denison disagrees with the Democrats’ assessment. He told The Des Moines Register, “This bill — I believe, heart and soul — is a win for all Iowans and the delivery of a promise from Republicans that we would reform government to make it more effi cient for the people for Iowa. Smaller, smarter, innovative govern- Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics | 21568_0217 ment is in this bill.” Either way, only time will tell how this new law will af- fect the employment landscape for public employees.