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WWW.BUTLERCOUNTYTRIBUNE.COM TTHURSDAY,HURSDAY, OOCT.CT. 1, 22020020 VOLUME 155 • ISSUE 40 Coach Bob Goeller talks with his team during the first practice of the 2020 season. The Indians had to cancel A new look the rest of the regular season last week due to low numbers Welcome to Clarksville mural with injuries. (File Photo) slated for revitalization Clarksville cites low BY BETHANY CARSON Clarksville’s labors. [email protected] Clarksville took second place in the numbers, player Iowa Community Betterment Contest he Clarksville Vision- with the mural in November of 1981. safety as it ing Committee is seek- And the mural was repainted by the ing community input Clarksville High School Art Depart- cancels rest of as plans are made to ment in time for the Sesquicentennial revitalize the Welcome Celebration in 2003. varsity season to Clarksville mural According to Visioning Committee downtown.T member Jeff Kolb, there has been re- BY KRISTI NIXON The mural’s theme is “Our Mid- newed interest in the mural of late. CLARKSVILLE STAR western Heritage.” It was origi- “Since Maddie Poppe won Ameri- nally painted by high schoolers in can Idol, there has been traffic in town larksville’s foot- 1981. Clarksville art teachers Laura of people looking for something to take The Welcome to Clarksville mural on Main Street is slated for a new look in 2021. ball program (Cleppe) Schrage and Laura Blanchet a selfie with,” Kolb said. (Bethany Carson Photo) made the tough coordinated the mural design proj- From her office across the street, decision to halt ect for the Community Betterment Visioning Committee member Char tractions in Clarksville.” said Kolb. “It needs to be updated. It’s the 2020 varsi- Council, which sought out designs Clark has seen an amazing number of The mural will retain its current con- been 17 years since it was last touched ty Cfootball schedule, citing low from the community and students for people stop by to take a picture next cept and the tie-in with agriculture, but [with paint.]” roster numbers, many of its the mural. to the mural. with new elements incorporated within The Visioning Committee has created starters being underclassmen The completed design, seen in “We thought it would be a good the design, as Clarksville has seen many a survey for Clarksville residents to vote and concern for player safety. Clarksville’s downtown today, shows a project to update and incorporate, “fruits of their labors” unique to the com- on what local attractions will be featured In a post on the district’s corn stalk and cow representing the ar- so that when they’re taking a selfie, munity added to town over the years. The on the revamped mural. The survey is lo- Facebook page, the Indian foot- ea’s agricultural economy, with a rain- it’s more than just a tourist stop; it’s “Welcome to Clarksville” font will also cated at the end of this article, and a link to ball coaches and administration bow of hope leading to a tree. The tree a marketing piece to advertise points likely be getting a revamp. the survey is also available on the City of made the announcement on signifies the community’s roots and of interest in the design…” said Kolb. “New things have been developed Clarksville website. Wednesday, Sept. 23. growth out of Iowa’s fertile soil. Seven “When people take pictures, they’ll in Clarksville since 1981. We thought it circles on the tree signify the fruits of also be spreading the word about at- would be a good way to freshen it up…” See VISIONING: Page 3 See FOOTBALL: Page 8 Groen runs as Barnett seeks re- Republican election as District 1 candidate for Supervisor on the county auditor Republican ticket BY BETHANY CARSON BY BETHANY CARSON [email protected] [email protected]

eslie Groen is running as the Republican candi- ncumbent District 1 Supervisor Greg Barnett is run- date for county auditor. She earned her party’s ning for re-election on the Republican ticket. nomination after facing incumbent auditor Liz He faces Democrat Teresa Negen in the general L Williams in the Republican primary in June. I election on November 3. Groen will again face Williams, who is now running as Please find Barnett’s responses to a Democrat, in the general election on November 3. questions asked below. Negen’s re- Please find Groen’s responses to questions asked be- sponses to this questionnaire were in- low. Williams’ responses to a similar cluded in the paper a few weeks ago. questionnaire were included in the Question: Why have you decided paper in a previous edition. to run in this election? Question: Why have you decided Answer: I am seeking re-elec- to run as the Republican nominee tion for District 1 Supervisor for a for Auditor? few reasons. Being born and raised Answer: I was elected in the June in Butler County, I have a love for 2, 2020, Primary Election to be the our small town, rural piece of Iowa. Republican candidate for Butler With four years of experience as the County Auditor. current District 1 Supervisor, I feel BARNETT I am running because I love liv- that I am the most qualified person ing and working with the people of for the job. There have been some great working relation- Butler County. I feel very strongly, ships made the past four years, and I feel it is important to now more than ever before, that it is GROEN have some continuity within a complex system such as the time for a new county auditor. I be- county government. I thoroughly enjoy serving all people lieve the days of running the county secretly, quietly and of Butler County. with minimal effort should be over. I believe it is time to Q: What experience makes you qualified for this recognize real problems, take accountability, find the right position? solutions, make timely decisions, and communicate all of A: As I stated previously, I am the current District 1 Su- Robert and Patricia Horst hosted an ice cream social on Sept. 25 with it along the way. pervisor in my first term. Iowa House candidate Shannon Latham, Senator Charles Grassley, and Iowa Senator Annette Sweeney in attendance along with local supporters. See GROEN: Page 3 See BARNETT: Page 3 (Submitted Photo)

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VISIONING FROM PAGE 1 Clarksville points of inter- help with painting the mural. was the start of it, and we just “I was in and out all the time, towns to stand out to visitors. est considered for inclusion in Since the mural was original- kind of put together some of and felt the building location Kolb anticipates that there Which attractions the mural include Rolling Prai- ly painted by high school stu- those ideas,” said Schrage. was perfect for that,” Schrage will be a lot of pent up desire rie Trail, Heery Woods State dents, the Visioning Committee Students and the commu- said. to travel next year if life some- do you feel it is Park, the popcorn stand, the will be in communication with nity came together to offer The project tied together a what returns to normal. It will most important to bandstand at Reading Park, the Clarksville Schools to invite ideas, which were incorporat- wealth of learning opportunities be nice to have a revitalized splash pad, golf course, youth students to get involved in the ed into the design, and art stu- for art students. Not only did mural downtown for visitors to promote? sports and 2018 American Idol revitalization project. Kolb also dents and recent graduates used they refine their art skills, but the Clarksville to admire – a mural Check six out of the nine Maddie Poppe. Other sugges- plans to reach out to adult vol- scaffolding to paint the mural project also included communi- that could draw attention to the options offered to vote for tions are also welcome. unteers, talented artists with a after school and on Saturdays cation skills and math and led to community’s other attractions. what you would like to see Survey responses will be ac- Clarksville connection. throughout the fall of 1981. personal pride in the project and “We’ve had a lot of invest- featured on the mural; clip cepted through October 15, and One volunteer who is already “It was delightful. Working in the community. The paint used ment and new attractions in and return your answers to the most popular six attractions involved with the project is one with the students was wonder- for the mural was good quality the community. … The next the drop box at Mike and will be represented artistically of the original project coordina- ful…” Schrage said. “When and lasted for decades with only generation younger than me, Char Clark’s Farm Bureau Financial Services office. on the mural. tors, retired art teacher Laura they take on a project like that one touch-up. It was special to millennials … are all about the A Paint Iowa Beautiful grant (Cleppe) Schrage. for the community, there’s pride achieve something that through experience. 2020 has made us is available annually statewide, “I think it’s exciting to get in what they did.” the years has shown up in dif- all aware that maybe we don’t Rolling Prairie Bike Trail and the Visioning Committee to see [the mural] touched up. Most all of the paint for the ferent photographs featuring the have to travel halfway across the Maddie Poppe, will apply for that grant to cover To me that means it’s a valu- project was donated. It was very town of Clarksville. country to enjoy life,” Kolb said. 2018 American Idol the cost of paint. The deadline able part of the community,” difficult to find outdoor latex To Schrage, murals are land- All you may have to do is Bandstand at Reading Park for applying for the grant is the Schrage said. paint in orange at the time; how- marks. She and her husband en- travel to Clarksville. Recently, Splash pad end of this calendar year, and She recalls how the mural ever, so the students weren’t joy taking tractor rides to other usage of the bike trail has gone Popcorn stand Kolb anticipates painting will project first originated. able to include the full colors of communities and visiting their up significantly, and many bicy- Heery Woods State Park start in the spring of 2021 with a “[Laura Blanchet] and I were the rainbow. Freedom Rocks and murals. It’s clists have been spotted around Golf course goal of completion by Memorial talking about how we needed At the time, the building a special way for communities to town. Day/before Pioneer Days. something to help people be was home to Cleppe Home show their pride in their heritage “We want to bring awareness Youth sports

Volunteers will be sought to proud of their community; that Furnishing. – and murals are a way for small that there are nice attractions Other ______and points of interests in town. BARNETT FROM PAGE 1 The splash pad brings a lot of ing signs around town in 2021, people to town. The popcorn which will direct visitors to Four years of county gov- have coached youth football, sue. I think a big step in trying seriously with taxpayers’ mon- stand brings a lot of people, these attractions. ernment has been a very good basketball and baseball. to resolve the daytime respons- ey. I am always interested in and the music at Reading Park, “That’s a project we’ll be experience that I hope to con- My experience in the exca- es is to try to come up with trying to save taxpayer money. in normal circumstances, also rolling out, and hopefully the tinue for another four years. I vating business and being a ru- something that all of the EMS One small way I have done this brings a lot of people to town. mural is a perfect fit for the vi- have always taken this job as an ral resident, gives me valuable services can agree on. They is to not turn mileage in for re- Clarksville has a long history sual of Clarksville,” Kolb said. at-large position. I have never insight into rural infrastructure are all different in one form or imbursement for going to oth- of music, and I think in a time “After the Maddie Poppe event looked at this as only serving issues. Having the flexibility to another. Some don’t see many er appointed board meetings. with everything about the expe- in 2018, people have been post- District 1. I work for the bet- give 100 percent of my time that response issues and some see I have also voted “no” for an rience, that we’re just going to ing pictures/selfies on Facebook terment and wellbeing of all is required by county business them frequently, but getting ev- increase in supervisors’ salary build on that,” Kolb said. next to the mural, and we want citizens in Butler County, not is an all important part of this eryone to work together through for four years. As a member of The Visioning Committee to make sure that’s put out in a just a few. I have probably taken position. Being business mind- this is key. our 22 county region’s County is also planning to add wayfar- good light for the community.” more calls from citizens outside ed is the approach that needs to Butler County has been Social Services Board, I voted of my district than from within, be taken in decision making. very fortunate in having many to decrease the mental health but to me that is what it is about Q: What is the most im- new businesses brought into levy for our citizens while still – helping everyone, city and ru- portant issue facing Butler the county. This increase in being able to maintain all ser- ral. People expect availability; County today? What needs to employment opportunities has vices. These are just some small Anniversaries therefore, I take their calls of be done to resolve that issue? brought about the more press- things that I feel I can do to help Celebrating concerns at any time of the day. A: I feel there is not one par- ing issue of housing. Housing the county as a whole and all of I have and will continue to sup- ticular issue that stands out, but is not an easy thing to address our citizens. 60 years port our small towns as well as at the current time, the pandem- for several reasons, but work- Agriculture is the heart of LeRoy and Marilyn our agricultural community. ic is definitely having an effect ing with our small towns to en- our county, but I have always Katcher will celebrate Q: How long have you lived on the county and its citizens. courage growth is what we need supported our small-town com- their 60th wedding an- in Butler County, and what is Unfortunately, the pandem- to do. An example of this would munities as well. For instance, I niversary on Friday, your occupation? ic is probably not going to go be when the county rezoned an supported increasing the coun- Oct. 9, 2020. Their A: I was born and raised on away anytime soon, but with area outside of New Hartford ty contribution to all libraries, children are Kelly a farm in Butler County, grad- the direction and advice of our into city limits for a housing local grant match funding to (David) McGraw and uating from Clarksville High public health department, we addition. These housing issues cities for things such as splash- Scott. Grandchildren School where my wife, Amy, will continue to push forward. have in turn reflected upon pads and swimming pools and are Josh, Alyssa, So- currently works and our son, Public health has been doing school enrollments. There are supporting any development phie and Joe Katcher. Dawson is attending junior an incredible job communicat- a lot of moving parts with try- growth. We have a lot of great Congratulations may be sent to 207 I Ave., Vinton, IA 52349. high. We are the owners of Bar- ing with residents, schools and ing to come up with a solution, things going on in Butler Coun- nett Excavating and run a farm- leaders during this time, and but we need to continue to be ty, and I look forward to con- STATEMENT OF THE OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, ETC., ing operation. Amy is involved with their leadership and educa- diligent. tinuing growth and success. Required by the Acts of Congress as of Aug. 12, 1970 in the business operations, tion, we will get through this. Q: What is your vision for My vision for Butler County 1-8. Clarksville Star, publication number 116-060, filing date of Sept. 30, 2020, frequency of issue, weekly; number of issues published annually, 52; annual subscription price, $42. The mailing address of the Known Office of Publication works outside of the home and EMS response during day- Butler County, and is there is to see it continue to grow by and Headquarters is 101 N. Main St., P.O. Box 788, Clarksville, IA 50619, Butler County. serves on the Butler County Ex- time hours has been a pressing anything you would like to bringing in new business, add- 9. The name and address of the publisher, editor and managing editor is Bethany Carson, 101 N Main St., P.O. Box 788, Clarksville, IA 50619. tension Council and 4-H Youth issue for a long time (before my add? ing jobs, have housing opportu- 10. Owners: Mid-America Publishing Corporation, 9 Second St. NW, P.O. Box 29, Hampton, IA 50441-0606. Stock- Advisory Committee. Our old- term) in our rural communities. A: I have always been 100 nities for new families and have holders owning or holding one percent or more of total amount of stock: Jeanette M. Grohe, 1 Lincoln Place Dr., Des est son, Jacob, is involved in The EMS situation is nothing percent open and transparent Butler County a place where Moines, IA 50312; Matthew Grohe, 1 Lincoln Place Dr., Des Moines, IA 50312; and Julie M. Herr, 4422 N. Mozart St., Chicago, IL 60625. both the excavating business as new, and prior to the pandem- with all county business. With people want to raise families. 11. The known bondholders, mortgagees or other security holders owning or holding one percent or more of total well as the farming. I am cur- ic, I think there were some very my conservative values, being There’s nowhere else I would amount of bonds, mortgages, or other securities: First Bank Hampton, P.O. Box 59, Hampton, IA 50441; MidWestOne Bank, 112 N. Main St., Sigourney, IA 52591; Barbara Mussman, 721 Cedar Dr., Clarion, IA 50525; Roger and Karen rently on the board at Pleasant productive steps being taken to fiscally responsible is some- want to raise a family than But- Rector, 1004 Twin Pines, Ida Grove, IA 51445; Leon and Becky Thorne, PO Box 352, Parkersburg, IA 50665. Valley Church of Christ and come together to address the is- thing that I have taken very ler County! 13-14. Clarksville Star, issue date for circulation data below is Sept. 17, 2020. 15a. Extent and Nature of Circulation. Total Number Copies (net press run) average each issue during preceding GROEN FROM PAGE 1 twelve months, 811; single issue published nearest filing date, 750. 15b. Paid Circulation (By Mail and Outside the Mail) (1) Mailed Outside-County Paid Subscriptions Stated On PS Form 3541 (Include paid distribution above nominal rate, advertiser’s proof copies, and exchange copies) - average Q: What experience makes tween public health, public ser- for Butler County. after that election, and I ask for number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 153, single issue published nearest filing date, 149. you qualified for this position? vices, and spending. Anytime Q: What is your vision for everyone’s continued support in 15b. (2) Mailed In-County Paid Subscriptions stated on PS Form 3541 (Include paid distribution above nominal rate, advertiser’s proof copies, and exchange copies) - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve A: I have over 20 years of county budgets are affected by Butler County? the November 3 General Elec- months, 384; single issue published nearest filing date, 392. qualified work experience in something like COVID-19, we A: I am sure my ultimate vi- tion. We are better together, and 15b. (3) Paid Distribution Outside the Mails Including Sales Through Dealers and Carriers, Street Vendors, Counter the financial services industry. should be looking for opportu- sion for Butler County is much together we can do better! Sales, and Other Paid or Requested Distribution Outside USPS - average number of copies each issue during pre- ceding twelve months, 70; single issue published nearest filing date, 64. Much like the Auditor’s duties, nities to reduce spending and like most of us in Butler County. Q: How do you feel about 15b. (4) Paid Distribution by Other Mail Classes of Mail Through the USPS (e.g. First-Class Mail) - average number of my work experiences encom- research all reimbursement op- I want to see it grow and pros- the race now, facing the same copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 0; single issue published nearest filing date, 0. 15c. Total Paid Distribution [sum of 15b (1), (2), (3), and (4)] - average number of copies each issue during preceding pass a large variety of skills, portunities made available. Re- per, yet maintain its small-town opponent in the general elec- twelve months, 607; single issue published nearest filing date, 605. including: brokerage and life cently, the lack of researching charm we all love. I want future tion as in the primary? 15d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution (By Mail and Outside the Mail) - (1) Free or Nominal Rate Outside-County and health licenses, annuity, available funds almost caused generations to see us as a des- A: After winning the Prima- Copies Included on PS Form 3541 - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 9; single issue nearest filing date, 9. (2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County Copies Included on PS Form 3541 - Average number pension taxation specialist, Butler County to miss the op- tination to live, work, and raise ry election, I have a newfound of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 65; single issue nearest filing date, 4. (3) Free or Nominal Rate customer escalation and resolu- portunity to receive approxi- their families. My vision to get confidence in myself and the Copies Mailed at Other Classes Through the USPS (e.g. First-Class Mail) - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 0; single issue published nearest filing date, 0. (4) Free or Nominal Rate Distribution tion, compliance with state and mately $183,000 from the Iowa there is by building a culture voters of Butler County. I think Outside the Mail (Carriers or other means) - Average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, federal banking regulations, COVID-19 Government Relief at our local government level it is evident that we are ready 0; single issue published nearest filing date, 0. internal bank audits, board re- Fund. The Auditor’s office was where we communicate more for a change. Facing the same 15e. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution [sum of 15d (1), (2), (3) and (4)] - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 74; single issue published nearest filing date, 13. porting, IT governance, stra- granted an extension to apply for than when we are required, re- opponent has allowed me to 15f. Total Distribution (Sum of 15c. and 15e.) - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, tegic planning and budgeting, the reimbursement, but only the search all the options present- keep the same, consistent mes- 681; single issue published nearest filing date, 618. 15g. Copies Not Distributed - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 130; single issue and website administration. I general public brought this to the ed, respect each other’s ideas, sage about why I am the best published nearest filing date, 132. am confident the work experi- county’s attention. As County be open to feedback and share candidate for Butler County 15h. Total (Sum of 15f and g) - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 811; single ence and communication skills Auditor, I will be fully engaged a common goal of prosperity. Auditor. I think we can all agree issue published nearest filing date, 750. 15i. Percent Paid and/or Requested Circulation (15c divided by 15f times 100) - average number of copies each issue I bring with me to the Butler in the duties of the county audi- Butler County will be better that professionalism, communi- during preceding twelve months 89.13 percent; single issue published nearest filing date, 97.90percent. County Auditor’s position make tor, as well as researching and when we all work together. cation skills and working well 16a. Paid Electronic Copies - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve months, 3; single issue published nearest filing date, 2. me the best candidate. participating in all opportunities Q: Is there anything you with others has nothing to do 16b. Total Paid Print Copies (Line 15c) + Paid Electronic Copies - average number of copies each issue during Q: How long have you lived to acquire funds that are avail- would like to add? with politics and everything to preceding twelve months, 610; single issue published nearest filing date, 607. in Butler County and what is able to the county. The citizens A: I would like to mention do with a candidate’s personal 16c. Total Print Distribution (Line 15f) + Paid Electronic Copies - average number of copies each issue during preced- ing twelve months, 684; single issue published nearest filing date, 620. your occupation? deserve that. that winning the Republican abilities. I strongly encourage 16d. Percent Paid (Both Print and Electronic Copies) - average number of copies each issue during preceding twelve A: I am a life-long resident Q: What needs to be done nomination in the Primary Elec- all voters to research your local months, 89.18percent; single issue published nearest filing date, 97.90percent. I certify that 50percent of all my distributed copies (Electronic and Print) are paid above a nominal price. of Butler County. I spent my to resolve that issue? tion was a great achievement, candidates, discuss your local 17. This Statement of Ownership will be printed in the Oct.1, 2020 issue of this publication. childhood in Clarksville, moved A: I feel very strongly that and I want to thank everyone candidates with your friends Signed Lynnette Richardson, Treasurer, on Sept. 25, 2020. to Allison and graduated from creating an environment for who supported me. I was sim- and neighbors and be an in- I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. 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BY BETHANY CARSON [email protected] Norma Jean Nichols t the Butler Coun- ty Supervisors 1928-2020 meeting on Tues- day, September Norma Jean Nichols, A 92, formerly of Clarksville, 22, Director of Public Health Jennifer Becker had good news passed away Tuesday, Sept. to sure during her regular coun- 22, 2020, at Hospice of North ty COVID-19 update. Iowa in Mason City. “Numbers are down this Cremation has taken place. week, which is fantastic,” Beck- Because of COVID-19, memo- er said. rial services for both Don and There were 17 new cases Norma Nichols are tentatively over the past week, and 18 cas- being planned for August of es recovered over the same time 2021, which is the month of Letters to the editor frame. Two individuals are hos- their 75th wedding anniversa- Law enforcement condemns political sign vandalism, theft pitalized, down from five the ry, in Clarksville. Inurnment previous week. The rolling 14- will take place at Lynwood To the editor: Much of the work we do through the Sheriff’s day average positivity rate was Cemetery in Clarksville. Political signs are the property of the landown- Office is related to a simple lack of respect for 5.6 percent, down from 7.4 per- Norma Jean Rambo was er where they are placed. The signs are not to be other people, for their beliefs or their general en- cent the week before. born Feb. 3, 1928, in Clarksville, the daughter of Archie and Bessie damaged, borrowed or stolen, and anyone who joyment of life. An example would be that your “I continue to work closely (Quibell) Rambo. Norma Jean’s mother passed away when Nor- does so is subject to criminal charges and fines. neighbor doesn’t enjoy your barking dog or your with the schools; a lot of ques- ma was seven years old, and Norma was raised by her brother Bill Unfortunately, when any political sign is dam- loud music, and nobody likes being attacked by a tions have been coming up, and Louise Rambo. Norma Jean was baptized and confirmed at St. aged/removed/stolen, the victim automatically Facebook warrior! as each situation is unique…” John’s Lutheran Church in Clarksville. She graduated from Clarks- assumes the opposing side is the culprit, which Even when we don’t agree, we can behave re- Becker said. “We’ve been work- ville High School in 1946. angers people, adds to animosity between the spectfully toward others. ing together, and if I don’t have Norma Jean married Donald Lawrence Nichols on Aug. 11, 1946 parties and creates a general hate and discontent. Current internet feeds constantly encourage the answers, I send an email to in Clarksville. This union was blessed with four sons. Don and Jean If someone you know has strong political feel- an attitude of victimization and dominance by the state to get their opinions as spent most of their married life living in Toeterville, Waverly, Graf- ings and wishes to actively support a candidate, one side or the other. We would like to encourage well. Things have been going ton and Manly. While in Waverly, Norma Jean managed the Trav- then advise them to donate to or volunteer to work our citizens to use current events to discuss the well this week. Cases have been el-Tel Motel. Upon retirement, Don and Jean moved to Grafton and for a campaign where they can make phone calls right and wrong way to behave and how to treat going down, and I hope it con- spent three years delivering Winnebago Motor Homes. Jean loved or coordinate campaign events. Enthusiasts from others with respect. Maybe in daily life we should tinues that way.” baking, playing cards and being with family and friends. Her great- either party can join their local central commit- concentrate on working out a fair deal in which Supervisor Tom Heiden- est joy was her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. tee, volunteer to work at a fair booth, or help the everyone benefits. wirth inquired when the court- Norma Jean’s kind and loving spirit touched all who knew her. County Auditor by working at a polling place Jason Johnson, house would be able to reopen Norma Jean is survived by her children: David (Mary), of Cedar during elections. Butler County Sheriff completely. Falls/The Villages in Florida; Darrel (Joann), of Grafton; Randy, Becker said a department of Dubuque; and Richard, of Waverly; her grandchildren: Brian head meeting was scheduled for (Anna) Nichols, Paul (Beth) Nichols, Patrick Nichols, Elizabeth Reader hopes for middle ground between parties Friday to discuss reopening. She Nichols, Jo (Travis Miller) and Brandi Olson; 12 great grandchil- will then bring a recommenda- dren, and nieces and nephews. To the editor: I long for leadership that will guide our country tion to the board of supervisors She was preceded in death by her husband, Don, who passed I have been a Democrat my entire adult life. I back closer to a middle ground. My appeal is not based on current numbers, so a on Jan. 24, 2020; her parents; siblings, Bill and Burr Rambo and am also a retired art teacher, homeowner and ac- only to moderate Democrats and Republicans and decision can potentially be made Shirley Blake. tive community volunteer. I support my church, those who consider themselves no party. It is also on reopening at the Sept. 29 su- Burial: August 2021, Lynwood Cemetery, Clarksville UNI Panthers and our local high schools. I am to those citizens who choose not to vote because pervisors meeting. a citizen, and I am weary of the current volatile they feel their vote will not matter. If you want to “It’s probably about time,” rhetoric that aims to attach extreme labels and see an America that is quieter, more efficient and Heidenwirth said. “I think so. further divide us. I am not a crazy leftist socialist more fair to all citizens, then vote for change. Your There’s not anything in town any more than my Republican friends and neigh- vote in this election is more powerful and import- that is not open, except maybe bors are radical right wing fascists. I should not ant than at any time in recent history. the library.” be labeled a Trump hater simply because I dis- Bill Close, Auditor Liz Williams said agree with his policies and style of governing. New Hartford she feels it is crucial that the courthouse is fully open for Mark Rewerts in-person absentee voting. Reader pens support for Negen Heidenwirth asked if the su- 1954-2020 pervisors would move back to Dear constituents of Butler County: passion as an adult in her professional life and as their regular board room when Mark Dirk Rewerts, 65, of I have pretty much always known that my sis- a valued member of the Clarksville community. the courthouse fully re-opens. New Hartford, died Saturday, ter, Teresa Negen, was destined for big things. Finally, I am certain she will do her best to Becker said that is not recom- Sept. 26, 2020, at MercyOne She is an innovator, a caregiver and a life-long make educated decisions for the county. She does mended, as there is no way Sartori Memorial Hospital in learner, which is just part of the reason I believe not hesitate to spend her spare time learning the social distancing would be pos- Cedar Falls. she would make a great county supervisor. best way to treat her patients, the best way to level sible in that small of a room. She A public visitation was held Teresa’s creative ideas and problem-solving a swimming pool or the best way to coach her recommended that the board from 4-7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. skills are high on her list of capabilities and have sons’ sports teams. She does not stop until she is meetings continue to be held in 29 at Kaiser-Corson Funeral truly been evident her entire life. From the plans confident that the job is done and done well. the EOC in the courthouse base- Home in Waverly. Memorials to build “the best fort ever” to the best way to Please consider supporting Teresa Negen in ment, as there is more space for may be directed to the family build a local business, she has always been able to the election for District 1 Butler County Supervi- social distancing. for a later designation. come up with ways to make things work. sor this November. She will work to be innovative However, it was also men- Mark was born Dec. 28, Teresa has always had a passion to help any- and compassionate while making educated deci- tioned that the EOC will be 1954, in Waterloo, the son of where she can and never shies away from the sions for the people of Butler County. used as a polling place on Nov. Leo and Shirley (Jones) Rew- work. She used to be the first to volunteer to care Tammy Litterer, 3, and thus won’t be available erts. He graduated from New for every stray animal that came our way when we Clarksville for the supervisors meeting that Hartford High School in 1973. were kids, and she continues to show that com- day; the meeting will have to be On June 22, 1974, he was united in marriage to Nanci DeBuhr in held in another room. New Hartford. Mark farmed alongside his son Jason and father-in- Heidenwirth asked about the law Bud for many years. In 1993, he began working at Unverferth Vote Teresa Negen for Supervisor possibility of using ultraviolet Manufacturing as a welding supervisor and in the shipping depart- light to kill COVID-19 in the air ment. During his years at Unverferth he remained active on the To the editor: rich the economy and quality of life in our coun- handler that is recirculating air farm. He retired in 2017. I am writing in support of Teresa Negen for ty. These are all characteristics that would benefit throughout the courthouse. He Mark was a true family man; he was the glue that kept every- District 1 Butler County Supervisor. Teresa is a the residents of Butler County, if she is elected to mentioned that a local fire de- one together. He loved to entertain both family and friends, often strong leader with deep local roots. She has been serve on the Board of Supervisors. partment has a box with ultravi- cooking for them and playing games like Monopoly, cards and dice. able to successfully handle many things including We all can see the benefit of making the lead- olet lights they are putting items Speaking of friends, he was everybody’s friend! His sense of humor owning and operating two Main Street business- ers of our boards, councils, and commissions re- in after use to kill the virus. would shine through in every conversation. He loved people and es, supporting the community and local school, flect the diversity of thought, background, and Becker said the Dike-New spreading his joy. Mark’s zest for life will forever be passed down and parenting. I have had the opportunity to inter- gender of the citizens that live in this county. Hartford school district pur- to the most important people in his life, his family. act with her many times in each of these roles. She With that in mind I am excited to support a can- chased portable ultraviolet light Mark loved to travel. He especially enjoyed the countless camp- is personable, honest, knowledgeable and dedi- didate that would be the first woman to serve as a units that they move into the ing trips they took throughout the country. Other trip highlights cated to whatever task is at hand. People gravitate Butler County Supervisor. Whether absentee, in classrooms in the evenings to included California and Cancun…without the camper. toward her natural leadership abilities and warm person at the courthouse, or at the polls on Nov. 3, kill the virus on any surfaces. Mark is survived by his wife, Nanci; one son, Jason (Staci) Re- personality. I have also found Teresa to be a good please consider voting for Teresa Negen. “There is equipment and werts, of Greene; two daughters: Melissa (Jack) Dennis, of New listener, thoughtful in considering new ideas, and Meredith Borchardt, stuff out there to do those Hartford; and Megan (Jason) Christiana, of Gilbertville; seven welcoming of new people and change that can en- Clarksville things,” said Becker. grandchildren: Hailli and Caleb Rewerts, Kaid, Skye, Brea and Emri Dennis and Christian Christiana; one great granddaughter, GRANT Ariya Christiana; two brothers: Steven (Kay) Rewerts, of Cedar During the time for public Falls; and Tim Rewerts, of Shell Rock; two sisters: Emily (Larry) comment, Leslie Groen asked Bright, of Clarksville; and Shelly (Jeff) Heise, of Waverly; father- if the county was able to get in-law, Bud DeBuhr; two brothers-in-law: Doug DeBuhr, of New their application for the Iowa Hartford; and Mark DeBuhr, of New Hartford; and many nieces COVID-19 Government Relief and nephews. Fund completed. Auditor Liz He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, David Jay in Williams reported that the ap- infancy; mother-in-law, Donna DeBuhr; step-mother, Mildred Re- plication has indeed been com- werts; and special friend to his father-in-law, Sandra Rodenbeck. pleted. The county applied for Visitation: 4-7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 29 $183,057 in reimbursement. Groen mentioned a couple Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home, Waverly other grant opportunities avail- KAISER-CORSON FUNERAL HOME able. Williams said the county 319-352-1187 • Waverly • www.kaisercorson.com didn’t qualify for one. She is looking into the other, and was BUTLER COUNTY planning to attend a webinar concerning it that afternoon.

POLLS ATTENTION PHOTOGRAPHERS: Groen also asked if progress Showcase your pictures had been made in staffing the polls. Williams replied that the If you enjoy photographing Iowa state parks, the Iowa DNR in- polls are fully staffed. vites you to enter your photos in a contest hosted by the National Association of State Park Directors. Photos will feature state parks OTHER BUSINESS from Iowa and other states, and could be included in calendars and The annual REAP report other publications. was presented by Conservation Participating photographers can showcase Iowa’s beauty while Director Mike Miner and re- winning prizes and earning national recognition for photo entries. viewed by the supervisors. Photos categories include: friends and family, camping, scenic and The supervisors reviewed seasons, wildlife and activities. claims and acknowledged re- Participants must be aged 18 or older; the easy-to-enter contest ceipt of Manure Management ends on Oct. 31, 2020. Visit https://stateparksphotocontest.org/ to Annual updates. learn more and submit your photos. CLARKSVILLE STAR RELIGION THURSDAY, OCT. 1, 2020 5

Pastor’s Corner ACKLEY ChurchSt. John Lutheran ChurchDirectoryROSEVILLE Messages by pastors in the Butler County area Washington Reformed Church Pastor Charles R. Underwood St. Mary Church Mike Brost, Interim Pastor 204 N. Washington | 319-278-4765 Fr. Ralph Davis 28182 Birch Ave. | 641-847-2817 Handicap Accessible 2397 Highway 14, Roseville • Service times: 9 a.m. Sunday School; • In-person services cancelled 641-823-4146 How are you and God? 10 a.m. Morning worship service indefinitely • Sundays: 8:30 a.m. Mass My Lutheran denomina- other professionally religious • Service will be broadcast on Facebook • Attendance for weekend Mass is open tion requires that all new pas- people can be among the worst ALLISON at the regular time to all tors participate in a “colleague at making the effort to actually Allison Bible Church group.” For the first three years spend time with God, because Phil Butler, Interim Pastor Church of Christ SHELL ROCK I was in Greene, I met each it’s so easy for time reading the 108 Pfaltzgraff Street Val Swinton, Pastor United Methodist Church month with other new pastors in Bible, praying, and worshiping • Sundays: 10:30 a.m. Worship service 302 S. Elizabeth Street | 319-278-4416 Pastor Joan Thomas the area to check in and discuss to turn into work obligations. • Wednesdays: 6 p.m. Bible Study, Prayer • Sundays: 10 a.m. Abbreviated (30 204 S. Prairie St. | 563-933-6515 how things are going. Pastors need that reminder to minutes) Indoor Worship Service with • Sundays: 8:30 a.m. Worship service Now, I don’t know if you’ve check in and ask, “How are you Allison Congregational Church social distancing. Masks will be available. ever been to a meeting of pas- and God doing?” Craig Harris, Pastor Peace Lutheran Church (LCMS) tors, but whenever pastors get But that question is not just 508 N. Main Street | 319-267-2333 DUMONT Pastor Michael Knox and Tanner Post, Vicar together, it can be easy for the for pastors; it’s for all of us. I Elevator Handicap Accessible Dumont Reformed Church 121 East Washington | 319-231-9761 conversation to turn to com- love that question because it’s • Sundays: 10 a.m. Worship service Chris Meester, Pastor • Saturdays: 6 p.m. Bible Class; plaining. Maybe the complaints about a relationship, and rela- 641-857-3514 7 p.m. Worship service are about how busy we are, how tionships exist in two direc- St. James Lutheran Church Broadcast on Facebook Live or Dumont many people are sick, or how tions. The thing is, when our Rev. Kyle Barton, Pastor Cable channel 998 Faith Lutheran Church few people tune into online relationship with God is suf- 319-267-2274 • Wednesday Prayer Service: Live at Pastor Kim Smith pandemic worship, about how fering, when the honest answer • Thursday, Oct. 1: 9:30 a.m., WELCA 6:30 p.m.; Cable at 8 p.m. 422 N. Prairie Street | 319-885-4547 an activity didn’t go as planned, is “We’re not doing great,” or Bible Study via Zoom; 7 p.m. Adult Bible • Sunday Service: Live at 10 a.m.; Cable [email protected] or how someone’s expectations “God feels distant,” it’s never Study via Zoom at 11 a.m. • Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship service; aren’t being met. (By the way, I God’s fault. God is always right • Sunday, Oct. 4: 9 a.m. Outdoor Worship • Mondays: First Monday of the Month: 10 a.m. Sunday School; 10:15 a.m. have a suspicion that complain- there. 1 p.m. Reformed Church Women (RCW) at Allison Airport and on Zoom; Electronic Contemporary Worship service ing and venting to colleagues The stories of the lost sheep • Wednesdays: 7 p.m. RCYF (High Sunday School and Confirmation • Wednesdays: 7 p.m. Evening worship is common to just about every and the prodigal son in Luke 15 • Thursday, Oct. 8: 7 p.m. Adult Bible School Youth Group for 8th-12th grade) profession, not only pastors!) are great illustrations. It’s the Study via Zoom VILMAR GREENE St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (NALC) The facilitator of this col- sheep who wanders away from league group I was in was a the fold, and the Good Shepherd Trinity Reformed Church Greene Yoke (UM-BR) Rev. Christopher Martin, Pastor Rev. Jeremy Van Genderen, Pastor Joan Thomas, Pastor 16073 Keystone Ave., rural Greene more experienced pastor in our who goes looking for it. It’s the 614 Cherry Street | 319-267-2982 107 N Water Street | 641-816-4256 319-267-2080 | www.vilmarchurch.org area. Every month, usually after prodigal son who leaves to try Services broadcast live on Dumont Cable • Sundays: 11 a.m. Worship service Handicap Accessible listening to our concerns about life on his own, and the loving Channel 998 and Facebook; On demand Broadcasting via Facebook Live Only: life and ministry (and to be fair, father who runs out to meet him at trinref.org First Presbyterian Church www.facebook.com/StJohnsVilmar our joys as well!), he asked us when he finally returns. Handicap Accessible Cathy Belles, Pastor • Thursday, Oct. 1: 9 a.m. Bulletin one question: “How are you and The truth is, God is always • Thursday, Oct. 1: 8 p.m. Praise and 319 East Traer Street, P.O. Box 160 deadline; 4 p.m. Scriptures and Devotions God doing?” pursuing you. No matter where Prayer Service [email protected] on Facebook; 7 p.m. Council meeting What a great question! you go in life, no matter how far • Friday, Oct. 2: 5 a.m. Holy Fitness • Sundays: 10:30 a.m. Worship service, • Friday, Oct. 2: 9:30 a.m. Coffee with When we stop and think about you stray from your Heaven- • Saturday, Oct. 3: 8 a.m. Women’s Bible All are welcome! Pastor on Facebook it, there’s often a pretty clear ly Father, God is always there Study at Trinity • Saturday, Oct. 3: 7 a.m. Men’s and connection between the amount with you, waiting for you, long- • Sunday, Oct. 4: 9 a.m. Worship Service; St. Mary’s Catholic Church Women’s Community Bible Study and of complaining going on and ing for you to come back into a 10:15-11 a.m. Sunday School Fr. Ralph Davis Coffee at Allison Congregational Church the answer to that question. The joyful, healthy relationship. So, • Monday, Oct. 5: 5 a.m. Holy Fitness; 105 N. Main St. | 641-823-4146 • Sunday, Oct. 4: 9-9:45 am. Sunday key to healthy pastoral ministry how are you and God doing? 6:30 p.m. Elders/Deacons meeting; • Sundays: 10:30 a.m. Mass School, Confirmation, Adult Class; 10 a.m. is intentionally spending time In Christ, 7:15 p.m. Consistory meeting • Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. Mass (Tuesday Worship Service with Holy Communion, with God, working on your rela- Pastor Daniel Flucke • Wednesday, Oct. 7: 5 a.m. Holy Fitness; through Friday) SS Teacher Installation, Bible Presentation tionship with your Creator and St. Peter Lutheran Church, 7-8:30 p.m. High School and Middle School • All Masses are in church. (No chapel) • Tuesday, Oct. 6: 4 p.m. Scriptures and Savior. Sometimes pastors and Greene, Youth Groups • Attendance for weekend and weeday Devotions on Facebook • Thursday, Oct. 8: 8 p.m. Praise and Mass is open to all • Wednesday, Oct. 7: 10:30 a.m. Morning Prayer Service Prayer Service on Facebook; 6-7:30 p.m. St. Peter Lutheran Church Confirmation and Little Lutherans Plainfield Public Library News APLINGTON Daniel Flucke, Pastor • Thursday, Oct. 8: 9 a.m. Bulletin JJaneane JJuchems,uchems, DDirectorirector Hitesville Gospel Hall 324 E. Traer Street | 641-816-5531 deadline; 4 p.m. Devotions on Facebook [email protected]@butler-bremer.com | 3319-267-446119-267-4461 wwww.plainfieldiowa.com/libraryww.plainfieldiowa.com/library R.R., Aplington | www.hitesville.org • Saturday, Oct. 3: 6 p.m. Worship • Sundays: 10 a.m. Ministry of the Word; Service with Holy Communion WAVERLY MMTF:TF: noonnoon toto 5 p.m.;p.m.; WW:: 1100 aa.m..m. toto 6 p.m.;p.m.; SSat:at: 1100 aa.m..m. ttoo nnoonoon 11 a.m. Worship; 6:30 p.m. Gospel Service • Sunday, Oct. 4: 9:30 a.m. Worship St. Mary’s Catholic Church • Wednesdays: 7:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Service with Holy Communion Father Doug Wathier Story Hour and Wednes- action. Please call 319-276-4461 and Bible Study • Monday, Oct. 5: 7 p.m. Worship 2700 Horton Road | 319-352-2493 day Wonders began on Sept or email bookit@butler-bremer. Committee meeting • Eucharistic Liturgies: Saturdays, 5:15 9. Families still interested in com to order items for pick-up. AREDALE, • Wednesday, Oct. 7: 6:15 p.m. p.m.; Sundays, 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. participating in Story Hour at The online catalog can be found BRISTOW AND DUMONT Confirmation; 7:30 p.m. Council meeting • Fridays: 6 p.m. Assumption for the 10 a.m. Wednesday mornings at https://www.plainfieldiowa. New Hope Parish, United Blessed Virgin Mary or Wednesday Wonders Af- com/library Methodist Churches – Aredale & Dumont NASHUA • Saturdays: 4:30 p.m. Reconciliation; ter-School program at 1:30 p.m. Computer usage is offered Pastor Gayle Wilcox St. John’s United 5:15 p.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy may call 319-276-4461 or email with limited access to ensure 641-857-3753 Church of Christ, Pleasant Hill • Sundays: 8 a.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy; [email protected] for social distancing and sanitation. • Sundays: 8 a.m. Worship (Aredale) 10009 Union Ave., Nashua 10 a.m. Mass/Children’s Liturgy information. New DVDs: Outlander: Sea- • Sundays: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; (641) 435-4998 The library is open to 10 son Five, Motherless Brooklyn, 9:30 a.m. Worship Service (Dumont) Facebook: St. John’s UCC-Pleasant Hill Peace United Church of Christ people or less, using social Ugly Dolls, The High Note, • Sundays, Oct. 4: 8:30 a.m. Worship Pastor Jonathan Hennings distancing. Masks are recom- Max Winslow and The House BRISTOW Service with Holy Communion; Women’s 1800 11th Street SE | 319-352-3151 mended. Youth under 16 must of Secrets, Cats. Bristow Church of Christ Fellowship • Sundays: 8:30 a.m. Sunday School; be accompanied by an adult. New Adult Fiction: Crazy Dick Burlingame, Minister 9:30 a.m. Worship service The drop box is open! Please Rich Asians, China Rich Girl- 641-775-3222 PARKERSBURG return all items to the outside friend, Rich People Problems, • Sundays: 9 a.m. Coffee and goodies; Faith Lutheran Church St. John Lutheran Church Missouri Synod drop box. They will be handled by Kevin Kwan; 9:30 a.m. Bible School for all ages; Pastor Matthew Brooks Rev. Jon Ellingworth, Pastor 10:15 a.m. Morning worship service; 608 Sixth St., Parkersburg 415 Fourth Street SW in a safe fashion and returned to New Junior Fiction and 6 p.m. Evening worship service 319-346-1451 [email protected] circulation. Young Adult: Love From A to • Wednesdays: 6:30 p.m. Youth Group faithparkersburg.wixsite.com/ • “Church of the Lutheran Hour” on Curbside pick-up and on-line Z by S.K Ali; Bone: Quest For for kids ages four to high school; Please faithparkersburg radio stations every Sunday: WMT 600 reading through Overdrive/Lib- The Spark, books one, two, contact Sharron Meyer, 641-425-8856, • Sundays: 11 a.m. Divine Service AM at 6:30 a.m.; KXEL 1540 AM at 7 a.m. by will continue as good options three, by Tom Sniegoski and or Trisha Boos, 641-330-5601 if you have KLMJ 104.9 FM at 7:30 a.m.; and KWAY, for those who prefer low inter- Jeff Smith. questions; learning and snacks provided PLAINFIELD 1470 AM at 8 a.m. First Baptist Church • Sundays: 9 a.m. Worship service Reformed Church, Bristow Dennis Bachman, Pastor Tamara Entin, Pastor 809 Main Street | 319-276-4889 Open Bible Church 515-293-0928 | [email protected] • Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School – all Matt Miller, Pastor Thursday, October 1 – Pan Fried Chicken Broasted • Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Worship service ages; 10:45 a.m. Worship service 1013 E. Bremer Ave. | 319-352-2038 Friday Only – Fish Fry Friday! Chicken • Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Donuts and Weekend Special – Smoked Iowa Chops EVERY CLARKSVILLE United Methodist Church fellowship; 10 a.m. Morning worship NIGHT! Community United Methodist Church Valerie Ridnouer, Lay Pastor Wednesday, October 7 – Hot Turkey Joan Thomas, Pastor 404 Second Street | Call for appointment Redeemer Lutheran Church 309 W. Superior Street Church, 319-276-3195 Pastor Corey Smith Clarksville ~ 319-278-1999 563-933-6515 (cell) Cell, 319-464-7972 or 2001 W. 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the land... Scams are not a re- cent thing! I wonder if folks got BUTLER COUNTY COURTHOUSE NEWS notices that the warranty on The Way their buggy was running out Deaths and $35.60 in local sheriff’s fees. also. • David Lane, 56, Clarksville, died Sept. 2. By Dave Clark Boat for Sale—A $25 boat • Bruce Bixby, 75, Clarksville, died Sept. 12. Property Transfers It Was for sale for $15. Has round bot- • Warranty Deed: Arends and Sons Construction LLC, tom, iron outriggers, and row Marriages Dustin Arends Member/Manager to Dustin Arends; Par- 140 Years Ago: Summer, 1880 to West Point in this district, locks all complete for rowing. • Wesley Gardner, Allison, to Heather Harms, Allison, cel 1 NE 30-90-15; 2020-2564. The Fair at Shell Rock, held at Mason City on the 16th, Also mast, sail and rudder for on Sept. 9. • Warranty Deed: Rolin and Julie Eberling to Jordan which closed Thursday, was ev- there were thirty candidates, sailing. Inquire at this office... and Alanna Eberline; Comm SW Cor NW NW 20-92-17; idently a success. The display about half of whom were reject- Just the thing for navigating the Traffic Court 2020-2565. in the Floral Hall was very no- ed on account of physical dis- “Classic Shell Rock.” • Speeding 55 or Und Zone (1 thru 5 over): Jennifer • Quit Claim Deed: John and Denise Hartford to John ticeable and a credit to the town qualifications. L.P. Davidson Considerable excitement was Randall, Waterloo; Victor Junker New Hartford; Leroy Hartford Revocable Trust and Denise Hartford Revo- and vicinity. The display of veg- of Waterloo, was the successful created in town over a rather se- Bean, New Hartford; Patrick Dunegan, Aplington; Sandi cable Trust; Und ½ Int: E30A NW NW 23-92-18, Und etables, poultry and machinery boy, if going to West Point can vere punishment administered Carroll, Janesville. ½ Int: Exc Parcel E NE NW 23-92-18, Und ½ Int: N1/2 • Speeding 55 or Und Zone (6 thru 10 over): Anil Mo- was not large, but what there really be called a success, which Mr. Newman’s little boy by Miss S1/2 NW 23-92-18; 2020-2568. han, Mississauga Onterio; Arthur McLey Jr., Waverly; was, of excellent quality. The we question as a good deal... Bement, our intermediate teach- • Warranty Deed: Patrick and Kirsten Zimmerman to poultry display was particular- Editor J.O. Stewart must have er. The case was possibly a little Travis Johnson, Geneva; Brandon Raymer, Nashua; Victoria Malfero; Beg NE Cor Lot 11 Subd NE SE 2-93- ly worthy note. The stock stalls had a dispute with the Army. aggravated, and as it is likely to Brennen Clark, Bristow; Kyle Poppens, Parkersburg. 17; 2020-2578. and pens were not very well There will be blackboard be submitted to the Board, we • Fail to Obey Stop Sign and Yield Right of Way: Derek filled. But few hogs were on exercises at the Presbyterian withhold judgment until both Schlamp, Shell Rock. • Warranty Deed: Joseph and Carrie Simon to Adam the ground and likewise cattle. church next Sunday evening. sides are heard, and advise those • Fail to Use Seat Belt – Minor: Deanne Winkowitsch, and Chelsey Nading; Parcel D NW 25-90-17, Subject to The display of young horses and All Sunday school children who are so free to condemn, to Bristow. Easement Parcel D NW 25-90-17; 2020-2582. colts was credible, with a num- and Sunday school workers and do likewise. Punishment, how- • Failure to Maintain or Use Safety Belts – Adult: Rus- • Warranty Deed: Dan and Crystal Dietrick to Richard ber of very fine colts on display. all others are invited... I don’t ever, should be tempered by sell Lovrien, Clarksville. Brown; W1/2 New Hartford Original Town Lot: 1 Block: The races, as is too often the know what these exercises mercy and judgment. • Failure to Yield to Vehicle on Right: Matthew Hippen, 1, W1/2 New Hartford Original Town Lot: 3 Block: 1; case, were not what they should might have been? Later: Miss Bement was ar- Cedar Falls. 2020-2590. be, too much pooling—How- Price List: Haircut, 25 cents; rested and fined $5, which total- • No Valid Driver’s License: David Dunbar, Mason City. • Joint Ten Deed: Nicole Dearmoun to Bradaley and ever they averaged with other Shampoo, 25 cents; Shave, 10 ly upset the editor; he felt that Tara Ufford; Parcel B NW SE 16-92-18; 2020-2593. county fairs. The attendance cents; Seafoam, 10 cents; mus- was carrying the punishment Civil Court • Joint Ten Deed: Roland and Anita Meester to Jeff and on the last day was very good, tache Dyeing, 25 cents.... Hal too far. Not hard to imagine • John Deere Financial FSB vs. Ronald Wessels, Emily Downs; W25.7Ft E91.7Ft Parkersburg Original and the society will, we trust, Hornish... What’s Seafoam? how that would play out today! Judgment for the plaintiff on Sept. 17 in the amount of Town Lot: 95, E66Ft Parkersburg Original Town Lot: 95; come out a little ahead. On the Hal Hornish has carpeted Parade and dance—A $10,178.17 plus 11.90 percent interest per annum from 2020-2595. whole, the fair was creditable to his barber shop with oil cloth. grand torch light procession and after Jan. 21, 2020, $5,385.70 accrued interest, • Quit Claim Deed: Kristen Roose to Kenneth Roose; our neighbor town, and the offi- Looks neat. Sounds slippery. and fireman’s dance Thursday $2,225 in attorney fees and court costs. Tr In W1/2 NW 15-92-16, SW 8-92-15, N1/2 Exc Parcel cers deserve much praise—they School: By order of the evening at Harrison’s Hall. Ob- A NW 17-92-15, NW NW 1592-16, S1/2 Exc Parcel D too often get curses—for the Board, school opens next Mon- ject of dance is to raise funds Small Claims SW 23-92-16, N1/2 NW 26-92-16, Parcel D SW SW 23- energy and labor manifested, day, (September 6) with the fol- to purchase an alarm bell for • Covenant Medical Center, Inc. vs. Bryan Miller, Ap- 92-16, S 25 A of E1/4 Exc Parcel A SW 10-92-16, SW to make it a success... I do not lowing teachers: Principal, G.P. their engine-house. Invitations lington. Case dismissed without prejudice on Sept. 18. SE 10-92-16, S50A W1/2 Exc Parcel D SE 10-92-16; know where in Shell Rock this Linn; Assistant, Miss Cavana- have been sent to Waverly and 2020-2598. fair was held? It must have been ugh, of Iowa City: Intermediate, Sumner fire companies, and we District Court • Warranty Deed: Harold and Phyllis Heeren to Jodi • Christian Sherman, Clarksville, pled guilty to Operat- held for several years, before Miss Bement; Primary, Miss will give you the grandest sight and Christopher Charley; Exc Comm SE Cor SE 8-91- much of it was moved to Allison, McCurdy... A little different than you ever saw in Clarksville. A ing While Under the Influence Second Offense. He was 15; 2020-2600. where it remained from then on. today’s faculty list. School terms general invitation is extended to sentenced on Sept. 18 to 180 days of jail with 173 days There was considerable materi- were also much different then. everybody, their wives, sisters, suspended and credit for time served. He was also • Warranty Deed: Harold and Phyllis Heeren to Jane al, and I think even part of the Stop It—Why does not the cousins and aunts. If you hav- sentenced to a $1875 fine, a DNA requirement and two and Bruce Swinton; N100A SW 26-91-15, W1/2 SE 26- grandstand. Mayor or Marshal stop the pro- en’t got a sister, bring somebody years of probation, and must pay $100 in court costs 91-15; 2020-2601. The first County Fair was held miscuous firing of guns inside else’s sister. Come out and help and a $281.25 crime services surcharge. • Warranty Deed: Landus Cooperative, Mark Miner in Willoughby. Willoughby was a the corporation? On Thursday the Red Jackets. • Calvin Houlgrave, 19, Aplington, was found guilty of CFO to UC Companies LLC; Beg N Corner Greene small village in Beaver Township. morning last, someone fired a Admission 75 cents. Firemen Trespass and sentenced on Sept. 17 to a $200 fine. Original Town Lot: 11; 2020-2603. It once had a post office, school gun, and the shot rattled down in uniform 50 cents. 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into a drawing for prizes! Con- also continue, so just call the li- author Robards showcases the Cloverleigh Farms, a family-run Clarksville Public Library Notes tact the library if you have any brary to make arrangements. extraordinary lengths one goes inn and winery in Michigan’s Kristen Clark, Library Director questions! to save family from a German beautiful Leelenau Peninsula. Visit us online at www.clarksville.lib.ia.us NEW FICTION prison. A web of spies, the re- Each book follows one of the Phone and Fax: 278-1168 • [email protected] LIBRARY CONTINUES TO BE OPEN “A Good Family” by A.H. sistance and a vivid portrayal of family’s five daughters. BY APPOINTMENT Kim—This is the story of the Paris in wartime. Here are some more great HOURS Mon., Wed.: 10-6; Tues., Thurs.: 10-5; Fri.: 10-4; Sat. 10-2 Remember, the Library con- Min-Lindstroms…an all-Amer- “Stranger in the Lake” by new titles: “Choppy Water” by tinues to be open by appoint- ican family as it implodes under Kimberly Belle—When Char- Stuart Woods (No. 54); “No PUMPKIN DECORATING include your name and a name ment in 30-minute increments the weight of secrets, lies and lotte married the wealthy wid- Offense” by Meg Cabot (No. 2 Gather your pumpkins and or special theme for your pump- (one patron or one family per the unchecked desire for wealth ower Paul, it caused a ripple of Little Bridge Island); “Thread supplies! The Library will kin, if you have one. All pump- appointment) Monday-Friday, and power. gossip in their small lakeside and Dead” by Elizabeth Pen- be holding its fourth Annu- kins will be put in the library’s but we will gladly make special “1st Case” by James Patter- town. They have a charmed ney (No. 2 Apron Shop); “Un- al Pumpkin Decorating event front windows to be viewed arrangements if needed. Patrons son (#1 Angela Hoot)—New life together, but it all starts to expected” by Lori Foster; “The again this year! There will be from the outside. may return items, use a com- series! Genius programmer An- unravel when she discovers a Killings at Kingfisher Hill” by a few slight changes to how we Like in the past, carved puter, and select materials for gela Hoot has always been at the young woman’s body floating in Agatha Christie; “Shadows in will display these and run this pumpkins will not be accepted, checkout. Sanitizing procedures top of her class. Now she’s at the the exact spot where Paul’s first Death” by J.D. Robb (No. 51 In event. decorated only (fake pumpkins will take place between ap- bottom of the FBI food chain — wife drowned. Death); “Troubled Blood” by Pumpkins can be dropped are allowed). Also, politically pointments. Restrooms will not until her first case threatens ev- Check out this new series by Robert Galbraith (No. 5 Cor- off at the library from Oct. decorated pumpkins will not be be available. Curbside services eryone around her. Melanie Harlow: “Cloverleigh moran Strike); and “A Walk 12-23. An appointment can be accepted. Anyone is welcome to “The Black Swan of Paris” Farms” (books one to five)—A Along the Beach” by Debbie made to drop off the pump- bring a pumpkin (kids, adults, by Karen Robards—Bestselling small town romance series set at Macomb. kins, or they can be left in the businesses, and clubs). library’s entryway (on the table) We have decided not to judge UW-Stevens anytime between 9 a.m. to 5 the pumpkins this year. Instead, BUTLER COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT p.m. There will be slips of pa- everyone who brings a pumpkin Point spring per and pens on the table. Please will have their name entered graduates Monday, September 21: N 1st St. funeral traffic in the area of 270th • Officers executed six traffic • 2:34 p.m.: Report of an animal St. and Hwy. 14. The University of Wis- stops, assisted with three medical issue in the 600 block of E Jackson • 4:53 p.m.: Report of a suspicious PROBATE PUBLIC NOTICE consin-Stevens Point con- calls, assisted one motorist, and re- St. person/vehicle in the area of 110th ferred degrees on more ceived 20 general calls. • 3:48 p.m.: Officers had a report St. and Packard Ave. NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING than 1,100 graduates for the • 11:55 a.m.: Report of a suspi- of an animal issue in the area of S • 4:57 p.m.: Report of a theft in the ADMINISTRATOR, BUTLER COUNTY AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS PLANNING AND ZONING spring 2020 semester. cious person/vehicle in the 100 Parsons St. and W Prospect St. 600 block of Nash St. CASE NO. ESPR017103 COMMISSION The graduate list in- block of S Main St. • 6:35 p.m.: Officers had a report • 5:55 p.m.: Report of a theft in the THE IOWA DISTRICT COURT BUTLER The Butler County Planning and Zoning cludes Shannon Raney of • 4:13 p.m.: Report of a problem in of an animal issue in the 25100 24200 block of 265th St. COUNTY Commission will meet on Oct. 8, 2020, at IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF 7:30 a.m. via teleconference Dial-In (978) Shell Rock, who earned a the 100 block of N 4th St. block of Pioneer Pl. • 6:54 p.m.: Officers made an ar- DAVID A. LANE, Deceased. 990-5016 Access Code: 2649195. At this Bachelor of Science degree • 4:49 p.m.: Report of a domestic/ • 7:55 p.m.: Report of a suspicious rest warrant in the 31400 block of To All Persons Interested in the Estate meeting the Commission will: in Communication – media family matter in the 300 block of vehicle/person/activity in the area of Keystone Ave. of David A. Lane, Deceased, who died on Hold a Public Hearing on Tellinghuisen's Dickens St. Hwy. 3 and N Public Rd. • 7:59 p.m.: Officers had a report or about Sept. 2, 2020: Minor Plat located in the SW¼ SE¼ of studies. You are hereby notified that on the 15th Section 11, Township 91N, Range 15W. • 6:23 p.m.: Report of an acciden- • 8:20 p.m.: Report of an animal of a suspicious person in the 18400 day of September, 2020, the undersigned Hold a Public Hearing on Schilling Mi- tal 9-1-1 cell call in the 400 block of issue in the 200 block of W Adair St. block of Willow Ave. was appointed administrator of the es- nor Plat located in the NE¼ of Section 27, 6th St. • 9:53 p.m.: Officers issued an ar- • 9:31 p.m.: Report of a structure tate. Township 90N, Range 15W. PROCEEDINGS Notice is hereby given that all persons Hold a Public Hearing to consider an • 8:04 p.m.: Report of an accident rest warrant in the 100 block of W fire in the 17300 block of 130th St. indebted to the estate are requested amendment to the Butler County Com- OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS with property damage in the area of Wilmans St. • 11:07 p.m.: Officers had a report to make immediate payment to the un- prehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map. CLARKSVILLE COMMUNITY Floyd Line St. and Hwy. 14. • 11:33 p.m.: Report of noise com- of an animal issue in the 700 block dersigned, and creditors having claims Hold a Public Hearing on an application SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION against the estate shall file them with the to rezone 237 acres +/- located in the N½ SPECIAL SESSION MINUTES Tuesday, September 22: plaints in the 400 block of 4th St. of Conn St. clerk of the above named district court, NW¼, the SW¼ NW¼, the Nfrl½ NEfrl¼, SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • Officers executed two traffic • 11:49 p.m.: Officers had a report • 11:39 p.m.: Officers made a se- as provided by law, duly authenticated, and the E½ SE¼ NE¼ all in Section 4, A special meeting was called to order stops, assisted with three medical of noise complaints in the 100 block curity check in the area of Hwy 14 for allowance, and unless so filed by the Township 91N, Range 15W from "A-1" by Tim Backer at 6:37 a.m., in the super- later to occur of four months from the Agriculture to "M" Manufacturing intendent office. Members present were calls, assisted one motorist, re- of E Adair St. and Hwy. 3. second publication of this notice or one Hold a Public Hearing on an application Tim Backer, Phil Barnett (via phone) ceived a report for four controlled Thursday, September 24: Saturday, September 26: month from the date of mailing of this no- for a Home Industry Permit for a sewing/ Brandon Kampman; other present were burns, and had 14 general calls. • Officers executed six traffic • Officers executed four traffic tice (unless otherwise allowed or paid) a longarm business located at 19152 Quail Superintendent Joel Foster and Busi- claim is thereafter forever barred. Ave in the NW¼ of Section 23, Township ness Manager/Board Secretary Shellee • 8:53 a.m.: Officers had a report stops, assisted with one medical stops, assisted with two medical Dated this 15th day of September, 2020 92N, Range 16W. Bartlett. Board members absent: Justin of an animal issue in the area of call, assisted one motorist, received calls, received a report for one Daniel Lane Hold a Public Hearing on a Home Indus- Clark and Shelley Maiers. 180th St. and Quarry Ave. a report for two controlled burns, controlled burn, and received four 623 First St. try Permit for a gun dealership to transfer Moved by Kampman, seconded by Bar- • 9:04 a.m.: Report of a suspicious and had 11 general calls. general calls. Plainfield, IA 50666 guns at 28465 Viking Ave in the SE Cor- nett, to approve the agenda. Carried Administrator of Estate ner SE NW of Section 3, Township 90N, unanimously. person/vehicle in the area of 265th • 12:47 a.m.: Officers conducted a • 3:30 a.m.: Officers conducted a Range 15W. Moved by Kampman, seconded by St. and Grand Ave. security check in the 200 block of W security check in the 27600 block Beau D. Buchholz, ICIS#: AT0009650 All interested parties are encouraged Barnett, to approve personnel recom- • 11:53 a.m.: Report of a phone South St. of Temple Ave. Attorney for Administrator to attend the meeting. Written or oral mendation for Tayler Maiers, elementa- Engelbrecht and Buchholz, PLLC comments may be submitted to the But- ry teacher at 28,949 (BA, step 0) for the scam in the 1400 block of Main St. • 4:10 a.m.: Issued an arrest war- • 5:48 a.m.: Officers had a report 123 First St. SE, P.O. Box 59 ler County Zoning Administrator at the remainder of the school year. Carried • 2:12 p.m.: Report of a fraud in the rant in the 400 block of 6th St. of an accidental 9-1-1 cell call in the Waverly, IA 50677 Courthouse, P.O. Box 325, Allison, Iowa unanimously. 12000 block of Camp Comfort Rd. • 7:21 a.m.: Officers had a report of 400 block of 6th St. or via email [email protected]. Moved by Kampman, seconded by Date of second publication 1st day of Oc- Misty Kroeze Barnett, to adjourn at 6:43 p.m. Carried • 3:09 p.m.: Report of an accident an animal issue in the area of Blue- • 8:29 a.m.: Officers assisted with tober, 2020. Butler County Zoning Administrator unanimously. with property damage in the area of bird Road and Hwy. 14. funeral traffic in the 400 block of 6th CS-39, 40 CS-40 CS-40 E Adair St. and N Prairie St. • 10:49 a.m.: Officers received a St. • 5:41 p.m.: Received a request for request for a welfare check in the • 3:12 p.m.: Officers had a report of a lifeline check in the 32900 block 400 block of Locust St. an animal issue in the 200 block of PROCEEDINGS PUBLIC NOTICE of Orchid Ln. • 4:21 p.m.: Report of a suspicious W South St. MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS OF Director of Public Health Jennifer Beck- NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING • 6:06 p.m.: Report of an accident person/vehicle in the area of 3rd St. • 10 p.m.: Report of a suspicious A REGULAR MEETING OF THE er reported 21 new positive cases of The Butler County Board of Supervisors with property damage in the 600 and N Main St. person/activity in the area of 280th BUTLER COUNTY BOARD OF COVID-19 since Sept, 8, 2020 with 13 will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020, in block of N Cherry St. • 5:59 p.m.: Officers had a report St. and Viking Ave. SUPERVISORS HELD SEPT. 15, 2020. recovered, five hospitalized and a 7 per- the East Basement Conference Room, With limited public access to the court- cent positivity rate. Basement of the Butler County Court- • 6:44 p.m.: Report of a theft in the of an animal issue in the 500 block Sunday, September 27: house due to COVID-19, this meeting Moved by Eddy, second by Barnett to house, Allison, Iowa. At this meeting the area of Hwy. 57 and West Brook St. of West St. • Officers executed four traffic was held telephonically with the pub- authorize Auditor to transfer $919,384 Board will: • 10:03 p.m.: Officers had a report • 7:59 p.m.: Report of a domestic/ stops, assisted with two medical lic able to participate on a limited basis. from Capital Projects to Secondary Hold a Public Hearing at 9:15 a.m., on This complies with Iowa Code section Roads. All ayes. Motion carried. Tellinghuisen’s Minor Plat located in the of an animal issue in the 1400 block family matter in the 32200 block of calls, had a report for one controlled 21.8 that outlines the guidelines to hold Moved by Barnett, second by Eddy to SW¼ SE¼ of Section 11, Township 91N, of Hwy. 57. Hwy. 57. burn, and had five general calls. an electronic meeting when there are val- opt out of the Payroll Tax Deferral as fol- Range 15W Wednesday, September 23: • 8:56 p.m.: Report of a suspicious • 12:24 a.m.: Report of an acciden- id concerns that an in-person meeting is lows: Hold a Public Hearing at 9:20 a.m. on • Officers executed two traffic vehicle/person/activity in the 20300 tal 9-1-1 cell call in the 400 block of “impossible or impractical.” RESOLUTION #965 Schilling Minor Plat located in the NE¼ of Meeting called to order at 9 a.m., by BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Butler Section 27, Township 90N, Range 15W stops, assisted with three medical block of Hwy. 188. 6th St. Chairman Tom Heidenwirth with member County will opt out of the presidential di- Hold a Public Hearing at 9:25 a.m., to calls, assisted one motorist, re- Friday, September 25: • 9:01 a.m.: Report of an accident Greg Barnett present and member Rusty rective to defer the payment of employee consider an amendment to the Butler ceived a report for three controlled • Officers executed 18 traffic with property damage in the area of Eddy present telephonically. social security tax. County Comprehensive Plan’s Future Minutes of the previous meeting were UPON Roll Call the vote thereon was as Land Use Map burns, and had 16 general calls. stops, assisted with one medical 302nd St. and Willow Ave. read. Moved by Barnett, second by Heid- follows: Hold a Public Hearing at 9:30 a.m. on • 12:41 a.m.: Officers had a report call, and received 11 general calls. • 11 a.m.: Officers conducted a enwirth to approve. All ayes. Motion car- AYES: Tom Heidenwirth, Rusty Eddy, an application to rezone 237 acres +/- lo- of an accident with damage in the • 6:21 a.m.: Report of a theft in the transport in the 400 block of 6th St. ried. Greg Barnett cated in the N½ NW¼, the SW¼ NW¼, Public comments by Leslie Groen were NAYS: None the Nfrl½ NEfrl¼, and the E½ SE¼ NE¼ 500 block of 2nd St. 300 block of E Iowa St. • 11:07 a.m.: Officers had a report regarding the Iowa COVID-19 Local Gov- WHEREUPON the Resolution was de- all in Section 4, Township 91N, Range • 12:58 a.m.: Officers responded • 6:28 a.m.: Officers had a report of an animal issue in the 29200 ernment Reimbursement Program, and clared duly adopted this 15th day of Sep- 15W from “A-1” Agriculture to “M” Man- to an alarm call in the 100 block of of an animal issue in the area of block of Butler Center Rd. that the application was due today. Jen- tember, 2020. ufacturing nifer Becker responded that because she ATTEST: Comments may be emailed to Liz- Cherry St. 250th St. and Butler Ave. • 1:52 p.m.: Report of a theft in the is a salaried employee, none of her wag- Lizbeth Williams, County Auditor beth Williams, Butler County Auditor at • 6:18 a.m.: Report of an accident • 8:58 a.m.: Report of vandalism/ area of Hwy. 3 and Utica Ave. es will be covered, so Public Health did Moved by, Barnett, second by Heiden- [email protected]. For oral with property damage in the area of criminal mischief in the 15300 block • 4:17 p.m.: Officers had a report not qualify. John Zimmerman stated that wirth to approve claims. All ayes. Motion comment call 319-267-2670 or partic- three surrounding counties applied, and carried. ipate telephonically at: 312-626-6799 180th St. and Oak Ave. of Jay Ave. of an animal issue in the 100 block he finds it troubling that the county did not Moved by Barnett, second by Heiden- Meeting ID: 958 0086 8991 Passcode: • 11:52 a.m.: Report of a theft in the • 11:27 a.m.: Officers received a of W Superior St. apply. Floyd County approved some part- wirth to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 a.m. 927327 or by Zoom at https://zoom. 300 block of Railroad St. request for a welfare check in the • 8:43 p.m.: Report of a domestic/ time help to assist the Auditor with elec- to Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2020 at 9 a.m. Mo- us/j/95800868991?pwd=N0s4NmN- • 1:49 p.m.: Report of vandalism/ 200 block of N Johnson St. family matter in the 700 block of tions. Auditor Williams stated that she tion carried. hZytEVlNqNk8xYStVWWhYUT09 is fully staffed and has most poll work- The above and foregoing is a true and CS-40 criminal mischief in the 300 block of • 11:55 a.m.: Officers assisted with Beaver St. ers hired. Many people have stepped for- correct copy of the minutes and proceed- ward to work. Groen challenged Becker ings of a regular adjourned meeting of as to her being able to claim 25 percent the Board of Supervisors of Butler Coun- PROCEEDINGS of payroll for Public Health’s COVID Re- ty, Iowa on Sept. 15, 2020. sponse. CS-40 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS dents will be allowed and they must ...... 5,482.56 Norton, Nick, Nutrition Refund ...... 22.75 CLARKSVILLE COMMUNITY follow the school’s guidelines for sport- Farmer’s Coop, Seed ...... 752.00 Nuss, Jill, Official ...... 90.00 SCHOOL BOARD OF EDUCATION ing events. Carried unanimously. Foglesong, Julie, Official Assigner ...... O’Connor, Mike, Official ...... 70.00 UNAPPROVED MINUTES Moved by Maiers, seconded by Backer, ...... 450.00 Olson, Frank, Official ...... 100.00 PROCEEDINGS SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 to approve the homecoming events as Freese, Jay, Official ...... 100.00 One Source, Background Checks ...... A regular board meeting was called to presented by the Student Council except Generation Genius, Supplies ...... 125.00 ...... 162.00 MINUTES AND PROCEEDINGS OF A for direct expenses incurred in response order by President Justin Clark at 5:30 the dance and look for alternative to the Gopher, Supplies ...... 289.80 Paper Corporation, The, Supplies ...... SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BUTLER to the COVID-19 emergency. p.m., in high school library. Board mem- dance. Carried unanimously. Greene Recorder, The, Publications ...... 3,150.74 COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WHEREAS, local government funding bers present were Tim Backer, Phil Bar- Moved by Kampman, seconded by Bar- ...... 38.26 Pepsi-Cola, Concessions ...... 521.75 HELD ON SEPT. 17, 2020. reimbursements may only be used for nett, Justin Clark, Brandon Kampman nett, to accept the exercise bike donated Hawkeye Community College, Concur- Polk’s Lock Service, Inc., Repairs ...... With limited public access to the court- necessary expenditures incurred due and Shelley Maiers, along with Superin- from Tim Backer. Carried unanimously. rent Courses FY20 ...... 20,345.60 ...... 108.00 house due to COVID-19, this meeting to the COVID-19 pandemic, were not tendent Joel Foster, Business Manager/ Moved by Barnett, seconded by Maiers, Hawkeye Fire & Safety Co., Inspection .. Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc., Dairy ....360.11 was held telephonically with the pub- accounted for in the current fiscal year Board Secretary Shellee Bartlett, PK-12 for the approve updates on Return to ...... 308.00 Quill Corporation, Supplies ...... 766.66 lic able to participate on a limited basis. county budget, were incurred during the Principal Keith Reuter, Bob Bartlett, Cin- Learn Plan as follows: continue the 12:45 Hedges, Madison, Official ...... 90.00 Rack’em Up Promotions, Face Masks ... This complies with Iowa Code section time period of March 1, 2020 through dy Tiemessen, Christina Cortez, Bethany p.m. early dismissal on Wednesday for Heinemann, Jodi, Official ...... 90.00 ...... 1,100.00 21.8 that outlines the guidelines to hold Dec. 30, 2020 and have not been reim- Carson and three students. the remainder of the first semester for Hudl, Services...... 1,800.00 Redline Auto, Vehicle Repairs/Mainte- an electronic meeting when there are val- bursed from other sources. Moved by Barnett, seconded by Back- professional development and to give the IASBO, Registration ...... 75.00 nance ...... 761.00 id concerns that an in-person meeting is NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, er, to approve the agenda. Carried unan- teacher’s with online students more time Iowa Bandmasters’ Assoc, Membership Roberts, Dave, Official ...... 70.00 “impossible or impractical.” the County of Butler requests reimburse- imously. to prepare for the remote learners. Car- ...... 75.00 Robinson Telecommunications, Phone Meeting called to order at 9 a.m. by ment of $183,057.75 in eligible expendi- Moved by Kampman, seconded by Bar- ried unanimously. Iowa Communications Network, Internet Updates ...... 135.00 Chairman Tom Heidenwirth with member tures in response to the COVID-19 public nett, to approve minutes from Aug. 6, Moved by Kampman, seconded by ...... 87.75 Scheidecker, John, DOT Physical ...... Greg Barnett present and member Rusty health emergency. 2020, Aug. 17, 2020 and Aug. 31, 2020 Maiers, to adjourn at 6:28 p.m. Carried Iowa Department of Administrative Ser- ...... 149.00 Eddy was present telephonically. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the meetings. Carried unanimously. unanimously. vices, TSA Adm Fee ...... 550.00 Scholastic Magazines, Supplies ...109.89 Leslie Groen thanked the Supervisors County of Butler affirms that the above Moved by Backer, seconded by Maiers, The tentative date for the next regular Iowa Girls Coaches Association, Mem- School Health, Supplies ...... 1,307.70 for looking into the COVID-19 Reimburse- requests for reimbursement follow all for- to approve August 2020 financial reports board meeting is Oct. 19, 2020, at 5:30 bership ...... 75.00 School Specialty Inc, Supplies ....172.51 ment further. Supervisor Barnett claims mal published Federal and State of Iowa and September 2020 bill listing. Carried p.m. Iowa High School Music Assoc, Mem- Shellee Bartlett, Business Manager, Be- he knew nothing about it, but thanked the guidance on how the funds should be unanimously. September 2020 Vendor Report bership ...... 25.00 ginning Cash...... 500.00 public for informing him. John Zimmer- spent, and understand if the reimburse- Moved by Barnett, seconded by Kamp- 3P Learning Inc, Supplies ...... 256.25 Iowa Sports Supply Company, Supplies Slifka, Keith, Official ...... 100.00 man complained about the audio, say- ments are misrepresented, the local gov- man, to approve the following personnel ACDA, Membership ...... 128.00 ...... 760.00 Staff, Kory, Official ...... 100.00 ing he could not hear what Leslie Groen ernment will be liable for any applicable recommendations: Elissa Shipp, bas- Amazon, Supplies ...... 2,670.58 IXL Learning, Supplies ...... 625.00 Student Assurance Services Inc, Insur- was saying at the previous meeting. Su- penalty and interest. ketball cheer sponsor at $836 (step 0, 3 Anema, Sarah, Official ...... 90.00 Jacobs, Justin, Official ...... 70.00 ance ...... 745.60 pervisor Barnett commented that there UPON Roll Call the vote thereon was as percent): the following resignation/retire- Bluhm Electric Inc., Repairs ...... 400.00 JAMF, Supplies ...... 900.00 Swales, Roger, Official ...... 100.00 were changes in the guidelines for the re- follows: ment: Barb Brunsma, retired for health Bryan Foster, Official ...... 90.00 Jendro, Waste Removal...... 32.00 TC Networks Inc, IT Support ....3,262.50 imbursement that Public Health was not AYES: Tom Heidenwirth, Rusty Eddy, concerns. The Board would like to thank Butler-Bremer Communications, Tele- John Pyche, Official ...... 100.00 Tierney, Timothy, Official ...... 70.00 aware of. Assistant County Attorney Dave Greg Barnett Mrs. Brunsma for her 41 years of service phone ...... 275.90 Kevy’s Appliance Repair, Repairs ...... Time Management Systems, Mainte- Kuehner was granted an extension for the NAYS: None to the district. Carried unanimously. Casey’s Business MasterCard, Fuel ...... 1,309.95 nance ...... 1,684.00 application until Sept. 22, 2020. WHEREUPON the Resolution was de- The Board examined the 2020 fiscal ...... 240.42 Lodge Electric, Inspection/Repairs ...... U.S. Cellular, Cell Phone ...... 60.28 Moved by Barnett, second by Heiden- clared duly adopted this 17th day of Sep- year accounting books. Cengage Learning, Supplies ...... 294.00 ...... 1,032.00 VISA, Supplies ...... 567.68 wirth to pass Resolution 966 for request- tember 2020. Moved by Barnett, seconded by Maiers, Center for the Collaborative Classroom, Marco Inc, Copier Lease ...... 1,017.42 Vogel Irrigation Company, Repairs ...... ing Reimbursement for COVID-19 ex- ATTEST: to approve request for allowable growth Supplies ...... 496.80 Martin Bros, Food/Supplies ...... 2,959.37 ...... 513.47 penses as follows: Lizbeth Williams, County Auditor in the amount of $98,434.67 for the spe- Central Rivers AEA, Assessments ...... Maximum Sight & Sound inc., Repairs ... WalMart Community, Concessions/ RESOLUTION #966 Supervisor Barnett asked if the Auditor’s cial education deficit. Carried unani- ...... 258.80 ...... 150.00 PBIS ...... 1,341.39 RESOLUTION REQUESTING RE- Office could get this application complet- mously. Charles Brittain, Official Assigner ...... McCarvel, Mike, Official ...... 70.00 Waste Management, Waste Removal .... IMBURSEMENT FROM THE IOWA ed. Auditor Williams’ office has already Moved by Backer, seconded by Kamp- ...... 400.00 Mcgraw-Hill Companies, The, Supplies ...... 124.40 COVID-19 GOVERNMENT RELIEF pulled the payroll files in anticipation and man, to approve Iowa State Seal of Bi- Charles City Community School, Entry ...... 1,047.76 Waverly-Shell Rock Schools, Open En- FUND offered her office and Finance Deputy literacy as presented by the Mrs. Cortez Fee ...... 80.00 Menards - Waterloo (0360), Supplies .... rollment ...... 130.00 A resolution by the County of Butler to Mindy Pecha to complete the application. and the Spanish students. Carried unan- Cipafilter, Cipafilter ...... 2,285.45 ...... 195.29 Weber Paper Company, Supplies ...... request reimbursement for eligible costs Moved by Heidenwirth, second by Bar- imously. City Of Clarksville, Water/Sewer ...... Michael F Amundson, Official ..... 120.00 ...... 444.90 related to the COVID-19 Government Re- nett to adjourn the meeting at 2:25 p.m. Moved by Kampman, seconded by ...... 1,891.12 Mid-America Publishing Co, Publica- Weiermann, Jeremy, Official ...... 100.00 lief Fund. to Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020 at 9: a.m. Mo- Maiers, to approve the sidewalk expan- Clarksville CSD - General, Payroll ...... tions ...... 300.88 Williams, Tracey, Official ...... 70.00 WHEREAS, the United States Con- tion carried. sion on the North side of the school from ...... 4,536.26 MidAmerican Energy Co, Electric ...... Wix Water Works, Softner Salt ...... 31.00 gress approved the Coronavirus Air, Re- The above and foregoing is a true and Kenny Bloker Masonary at $17,541, the Clarksville Lumber, Supplies ...... 70.35 ...... 4,430.72 Wordes Concrete, Concession Stand lief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act correct copy of the minutes and proceed- bid was accepted due to the unknown of Culver-Hahn Electric Supply, Supplies .. Murphy, Brian, Official ...... 100.00 Updates ...... 5,694.00 to provide economic relief related to the ings of a regular adjourned meeting of the fill and hauling on the other bid re- ...... 819.52 Nalan, Mark, Official ...... 90.00 TOTAL ...... $86,802.29 COVID-19 pandemic. the Board of Supervisors of Butler Coun- ceived. Carried unanimously. Dell Inc., Supplies ...... 154.77 NASCO, Supplies ...... 70.88 Approved by Board of Education WHEREAS, Governor Kim Reynolds al- ty, Iowa on Sept. 17, 2020. Moved by Barnett, seconded by Kamp- Earthgrains Baking Co Inc, Food ...... Nelson Piano Tuning & Repair, Piano Board President located $125 million of the State of Iowa’s CS-40 man, to approve City Rec’s building re- ...... 107.50 tuning ...... 200.00 Board Secretary CARES Act funding to local governments quest for volleyball, only Clarksville stu- Egan Supply Co, Ozone Machine ...... Nitz, David, Official ...... 120.00 CS-40 8 THURSDAY, OCT. 1, 2020 SPORTS CLARKSVILLE STAR

SPARE ME THE Season-best State-qualifying and state meets split DETAILS... FORT DODGE – Dates pre- dates, with state qualifying on the Fort Dodge community, will cut attendance at each 1A By Vicky Malfero time, finish viously set for the 2020 IHSAA Thursday, Oct. 22 and the state particularly the Parks and Rec- location by about 10 teams per Freeze Frame Bowl | Greene and IGHSAU cross country meet on Saturday, Oct. 31. reation Department and Lake- gender. LEAGUE BOWLING STATS post-season will be split at next “Our joint championship in side Municipal Golf Course for With this change, Class 1A for Ison month’s meets to accommodate Fort Dodge has long been a spe- their efforts to make a two-day will feature 16 state qualifying competition and crowds with cial event for our participants State Co-Ed Cross Country teams – the top-two teams qual- NASHUA – Clarksville ju- COVID-19 related precautions. and fans,” IGHSAU Execu- event possible,” IHSAA Ex- ifying at each site, instead of the nior Cade Ison ran a season-best State qualifying meets and tive Director Jean Berger said. ecutive Director Tom Keating usual three – and 10 individual 19 minutes, 52.9 seconds at the the state meet will now be sep- “Changes to any successful said. “By allowing us to run state meet qualifiers for each Nashua-Plainfield Invitational arated by classification and take championship are never easy, each class individually, the Fort gender instead of the usual 15 on Tuesday, Sept. 22. place over two days. but holding a two-day meet is Dodge community is contribut- individual state qualifiers. The Ison, who cut about a sec- The state meet will remain our best option this year. Our ing to our commitment to safety IHSAA and IGHSAU anticipate ond off his previous best in his at Fort Dodge at Lakeside Golf new plan really focuses on a for participants, coaches, work- this will be a one-time qualify- previous meet at Union, fin- Course, where it has been run as safe and rewarding experience, ers, media and spectators. This ing change. Classes 2A, 3A and Monday: Classic League ished among the top-10 with an a co-ed event since 1993. something we all agree is our is another example of the out- 4A will remain unchanged on Bowled: Sept. 21 | Week 2 of 30 eighth-place finish. Classes 4A and 3A will top priority.” standing support and partner- qualifying teams and individ- High Scratch Game: Dan Clarksville’s boys didn’t run their meets one day earli- The boards of the IHSAA ship we enjoy with the city, the uals for the 2020 State Cross Hubka 290, Mark Sommerfelt have enough runners to com- er than initially planned, with and IGHSAU have approved golf course and the wonderful Country Meet. 268, Dylan McKee 266 plete a team with Howie Clark High Scratch Series: Mark taking 18th overall and Eric Lau- state-qualifying now taking the changes for 2020. The state volunteers who make this event The projected site for area th place on Wednesday, Oct. 21 meet will continue to be host- special.” Class 1A state cross country Sommerfelt 709, Dan Hubka res 26 out 32 runners. and the state meet on Friday, ed by Fort Dodge Community As an additional precaution- runners will be Central Springs 677, Randy Robinson The Clarksville girls fin- Oct. 30. School District and Fort Dodge ary measure at state qualifying in Manly. Class 3A will ei- ished third in the three-com- Classes 2A and 1A will com- Parks and Recreation. meets, Class 1A will go from ther be Waverly-Shell Rock or Tuesday: Road Warrior League plete-team field, with Mollie pete on the originally scheduled “The IHSAA is grateful to five sites to eight sites. This Monticello. Bowled: Sept. 15 | Week 1 of 25 Bloker scoring a top-10 finish High Scratch Game: Brett also for coach Ralph Longus’ Lobdell 299, Larry Wentz 262, team. The Indians scored 66 FOOTBALL FROM PAGE 1 Cade Schmidt 248 points to finish behind champi- High Scratch Series: Brett on Sumner-Fredericksburg (28) “It is with mixed emotions Lobdell 696, Larry Wentz 664, and the host school (35). that we send this message,” the Aaron Huff 650 Bloker clocked in at 24:49.5 email read. “Our varsity sched- th Bowled: Sept. 22 | Week 2 of 25 for 10 . ule has been canceled. Our Completing the Clarksville football team will be playing High Scratch Game: Travis Knapp 267, Steve Abben 255, girls’ team scoring were Jenna a JV-only schedule for the re- Myers (13), Cailyn Hardy (14), mainder of the year. Although Dan Burke 254 High Scratch Series: Brett Ceanna Capper (15) and Rachel this was a difficult decision, Borchardt (18). here are a few of the main fac- Lobdell 731, Dan Burke 701, Dave Sherwood 694 Chloe Matthews was the in- tors for making the decision.” dividual girls’ champion, while The factors listed included: Wednesday: Hot Shot League Valley Lutheran’s Isaac Natvig * We are experiencing low won the boys’ team title, lead- roster numbers. Bowled: Sept. 23 | Week 2 of 30 Wrecking Balls ...... 6-2 ing the Crusaders to the team * Many of our starters are title with 25 points. either freshmen or sophomores. Hillbilly Hut ...... 5-3 * Concern for player safety Allison Hardware ...... 4-4 and well-being. Alpha Roofing ...... 4-4 NASHUA-PLAINFIELD The Indians were 0-4 in the Cornelius Seed ...... 3-5 INVITATIONAL first four weeks of the season No Good Sum B**** ...... 2-6 Boys Team Scoring and were outscored by a com- Collin Freesemann 232/633, 1. Valley Lutheran 25; 2. Sumner-Fredericksburg 45; 3. Nash- bined 282-38. They were sched- Clark Freesemann 217/612, ua-Plainfield 74; 4. Tripoli 80. uled to play a 2-2 Turkey Valley The Clarksville football offensive line prepares to snap the ball earlier in the 2020 season against Derek Steere 213, Marv Enab- team last Friday night. nit 208/560, Herbie Mittelstadt Clarksville (no team score) – 8. Northwood-Kensett. (File Photo) Cade Ison 19:52.9; 18. Howie Clark Clarksville had just three 202/566 22:49.3; 26. Eric Laures 24:51.5. seniors on its roster, Cole Ne- an injury before the first game even with the added numbers. good numbers. A lot better gen, Donnie Kielman and Con- against AGWSR and saw his “When everyone is healthy, next year, more mature by next Thursday: Pin Buster League Girls Team Scoring 1. Sumner-Fredericksburg 28; 2. ner Freerks. Negen rushed 53 first action of the season last you don’t have those thoughts,” year.” Bowling begins Oct. 15. A Nashua-Plainfield 35; 3. Clarksville times for 114 yards and two week against Janesville; and Goeller said. “Eventually, it He said that it was tough to meeting will be held Thursday, 66. touchdowns. Kielman suffered Freerks, in his first season of creeped in and how kids were tell the seniors that the varsity Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. Please plan to Clarksville (66) – 10. Mollie Bloker football, also had injury issues. affected by it. The kids were season for them was over. attend, as there is a lot of infor- 24:49.5; 13. Jenna Myers 25:41.1; “We did lose some other more realistic than we were. “That hurt,” Goeller said. mation to go over regarding the 17. Cailyn Hardy 26:23.8; 19. Cean- players (between Kielman’s re- They had a good idea some- “It still hurts to tell those guys rules and regulations that have na Capper 27:16.0; 24. Rachel Borchardt 29:26.7. Mel’s TV and turn),” head coach Bob Goeller thing would happen. We were and try to work things through been put in place. Appliance said, “so then we had 10 start- hoping it wouldn’t.” for them and still have a chance Your local hometown dealer ers, of those 10 on offense and Goeller added that he hopes and opportunities to play. We’re featuring Whirlpool, defense, six of those are fresh- to add a third JV game to the doing some things.” Maytag, and Amana! men and sophomores. It’s not schedule in order to get the He added that if the coaches Clarksville 0-3 at Dunkerton tourney • Financing Available fair to those guys.” younger players some experi- can work it out, the trio could DUNKERTON – Clarksville’s volleyball team was swept by • Same Day/ Goeller said that when ence for when the team resumes possibly play in the remaining three different opponents at the Dunkerton tournament on Satur- Next Day Delivery the season started, this never varsity football next year. JV games. day, Sept. 26. • We Service What We Sell crossed his mind. The Indians “This year, we are finishing But, Goeller said that things The Indians lost 2-0 to Clear Creek-Amana, Turkey Valley and • Dish Network had just decided to end their out a JV schedule and looking are looking up for future Waterloo Christian and fell to 4-7 overall. • Hughes Net sharing agreement with North for a third game, to complete seasons. Against the Clippers of CC-A, Clarksville dropped the match High Speed Internet Butler that was less-than-suc- the season,” said Goeller. “And “It’s not ideal,” Goeller said. 21-12, 21-13; Turkey Valley won 21-8, 21-13 and Waterloo Christian cessful, garnering a two-year then, next year the numbers “(We are) looking to the future, claimed the finale 21-15, 21-12. Downtown Greene, IA combined record of 2-16 in look good for that: a good core and things look better than right It was the sixth straight loss for coach Chris Martin’s team after 641-823-4455 a larger Class 1A, making it of sophomores and juniors. That now.” starting the season 3-0 ,and the Indians were 4-1. melstvandappliance.com tough for the team to compete, will help to have some good, Individual statistics were unavailable by press time.

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Weare | Clarksville, Iowa | 319-278-4493 Fax: (563)864-7899 or sport features in the newspaper! Upcoming The Girls of JH Volleyball Indians Dominate the Defeat West Central Course Events By Tess Lampe to see everyone ready to go By Katie Stirling sonal record by 1:14. Ceanna and excited to play.” Despite Capper also set a season P.R. Monday, October 5 On Tuesday, September the team’s win, there is al- The Clarksville Indian’s and continues to improve 22, the junior high volley- ways room for improvement, cross country team went to -JH Football @ Janesville as well. Myers is enjoying ball girls competed against “Something we could’ve im- the BCLUW invitational the season and likes running 4:15 the West Central Wildcats. proved on this game was our meet on Saturday, September with her team. “The meet - JV Football @Janesville Our Indians demolished the serving and getting the ball 19th. The girls’ team placed went very well, I got my best 6:00 Wildcats by winning both set up to hit rather than just fourth out of eight. time of the season so far,” the 7th and 8th grade games. passing it right back over the There were a couple of she commented. “We are - V Volleyball @Waterloo They got a good win and, net, “ said Hoodjer. Christian TBA people who placed with doing very well for all of us according to the head coach, The team improved on medals. In the varsity boys’ being completely new to this their work during the games moves such as digging. Not race, Cade Ison got 14th and sport.” Myers is looking for- Tuesday, October 6 showed it. only that, but they talked set a new personal record ward to improving her time -Cross Country @Dike- Head coach Mallory Hood- with each other, were on the for the season. Cailyn Hardy and the rest of the season. New Hartford 4:45 jer gave some praise to her move, and some showed also medaled and got 15th in The Indians’ next meet team when asked about what good leadership skills. The the varsity girls’ race. is on Tuesday, September - V Volleyball w/Janesville the team did well on dur- energy level was up com- 6:00 Jenna Myers did well and 22nd. It is in Nashua and ing Tuesday’s game, “The pared to Monday’s game improved her season per- starts at 4:45 team’s energy levels and against North Tama, which Wednesday, October 7 communication were much contributed towards the 12:45 Early Dismissal better this game, it was great earned victory. Thursday, October 8 JH Volleyball Goes Toe to Friday, October 9 Indians Battle The -Homecoming Parade 6:00 Toe By Tess Lampe we’re working on playing Wildcats hard every single game.” By Sierra Vance Bloker said, “The team On Monday, September Furthermore, when asked needs to work on working 21, the Clarksville Indians about top performers from On Friday, September 18th, together and everyone hav- junior high volleyball team Monday’s game, Mallory the Clarksville Indians var- ing fun.” had a game against the North pointed out a few of her sity football team travelled Bloker’s favorite memory Tama Redhawks. North players. “Shaynah Ledtje to Janesville to take on the of this season is building Tama ended up winning both stood out in the 7th grade Wildcats. They fought a hard a bond with each of his the 7th and the 8th grade game; she’s adjusting to her game, but came up short, teammates. Reint’s favorite games with a great team, role as a setter very well. losing 6-62. memory is when they hit the but our Indians were able Addy Johnson stood out in Menu The team has had a rough VOHGDQGJHW¿UHGXS to bring it to them and stick the 8th grade game; she did season with players getting Due to the low numbers with their team throughout, a great job communicat- hurt and low numbers of up- of upperclassmen and for despite the defeat. ing and getting where she Monday, Oct. 5 Mallory Hoodjer, return- needed to be.” B— Pizza, Juice, Milk, or perclassmen, but they played concern of the players safety with what they had and and well-being, it has been ing Indian and current head The junior high girls are Cereal coach of our junior high vol- L— Chicken Fajitas, Tor- made the best of it. Fresh- decided that the varsity only warming up as the sea- tilla Chips, Salsa, Pineapple, man Makade Bloker said, “I schedule has been cancelled leyball team, was available VRQNLFNVR൵7HDPZRUNWKH Refried Beans, and Milk think the team played well for the rest of the year. They for comment on how she felt desire to improve, and focus against a team like Janes- will continue their season by the game went. “The game are being shown, and those Tuesday, Oct. 6 ville.” playing JV games. There are didn’t go as well as we were are Clarksville Indian traits. B— Pancake on a Stick, “The team played pretty two more JV games sched- hoping. There wasn’t much Make sure to attend their Juice, Milk, or Cereal good, but there is still room uled as of right now, but they energy on the court [today]. future games to cheer them L— Tenderloin Sandwich, for improvement,” Brandt are looking to schedule some Monday’s can be slow, but on and show some spirit! Broccoli, Peaches, Milk Reints, a sophomore, said. more. Wednesday, Oct. 7 When asked about what The next JV game will be B— Bagel, Juice, Milk or the team could improve on, September 28th, in Maynard, Cereal 5HLQWVVDLG³JHWWLQJ¿UHGXS Iowa. Junior high will be L— Turkey or Ham Sub, before the game and having before at 4:15, and JV will Clarksville Competes at Baked Beans, Pears, Milk energy the whole time.” follow at 6:00 P.M. Make Thursday, Oct. 8 Nashua %²:D൵HOV6\UXS -XLFH Milk, or Cereal By Katie Stirling some thoughts about Tues- L— Chicken Sandwich, Curly Fries, Mixed Veg- day’s meet and the course. etables, Mandarin Oranges, The cross country team for “Individually, I struggled Milk Homecoming Dress the Clarksville Indians had a and didn’t get the best time meet on Tuesday, September I could have. This was one Friday, Oct. 9 22nd. It was the Nashua- of the worst courses we B— Ring Donut, Juice, Up Days 3ODLQ¿HOG,QYLWDWLRQDOPHHW have run so far.” Despite the Milk and was located in Nashua. struggles, Borchardt noticed L—Garlic Cheese Bread, There were a couple of some people who stood out Tomato Soup, Carrots, Ap- people who medaled on to her. “Mollie, Jenna, and plesauce, Milk Monday: Pajama/Onesie Day Tuesday. Cade Ison placed Ceanna stood out to me 8th out of 32 runners in the because they ran similar to boys’ varsity race. Mol- their best times, even though Tuesday: Beach Day lie Bloker placed 10th and the course was tough.” Jenna Myers placed 13th out The team’s next meet will of 30 runners in the girls’ be on Thursday, October 1st. Wednesday: Class Color varsity race. It will start at 4:15. Rachel Borchardt shared Staff Seniors: Blue Juniors: Black Cheyenne Behrends Lilly Cobb Sophomores: Pink Freshman: White Katelyn Essink Gabe Hoodjer 8th Grade: Purple 7th Grade:Grey 2019-2020 YEARBOOKS ARE ON Kale Kampman SALE NOW! Tess Lampe Thursday: Jersey Grace Litterer Price is now $50. Credance Lundgren Friday: Spirit Day Make checks payable to Alexis Mackay Clarksville Schools. Cole Negen Dianna Schild Contact Katie Wedeking with Katie Stirling Newspaper Editor: Sierra Vance any questions. Sierra Vance CLARKSVILLE STAR COMMUNITY NEWS THURSDAY, OCT. 1, 2020 11 P.E .O. MEE TING SEPT 21 The Sept. 21 P.E.O. meeting required guidelines. She guided P.E.O. Headquarters Office in for all members on Oct. 19. members are proud to have the recalled her childhood sum- was a milestone with “History the members through a Zoom Des Moines. Michelle, from the A happiness report con- sign that helps promote support- mer fun days with memories in the Making” for Chapter IT. Scavenger Hunt. Technology Committee, report- tinues as more members have ing the advancement of women of the light she followed while The meeting was via Zoom, fol- The meeting was opened in ed members should check out found the decorative sign with in education and sharing the catching fireflies. She remind- lowing the guideline directed due form. Reports of the offi- the Make It Happen site. The the words “A P.E.O. Lives Here” friendship surrounding our ed members to reflect how their by the P.E.O. International Or- cers and committee chairman Oct. 5 Zoom meeting is sched- that continues to find its way by members. light can be followed using the ganization headquarters due to were presented. The Chapter uled. The Fall Fund Raiser will being sneaked into the yards of Tracy Ackerman prepared program theme for the year, the COVID-19 pandemic. voted on the proposed amend- fill the “Jack’O Lantern Glow” our Chapter IT members. The the program “Fireflies” as she “Radiate All Light Possible.” President Shirley Clark ments to the P.E.O. Constitu- called the meeting to order at 7 tion. A History Committee, p.m. Sixteen members and one Sue, Lola, Michelle and Tracy non-resident member partici- were named to report Chap- pated in the meeting. Shirley re- ter’s memorable happenings in viewed the many newly-issued the coming year to the State of

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