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School programs host Veterans Day programs Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer [email protected]

Area schools spent this Veterans Day celebrating and learning about those who served our country. Inwood Christian and West Lyon schools both hosted Veterans Day programs that invited the public to come and celebrate the day with students. The program at Inwood Christian kicked off with a welcome and opening prayer by Ms. Schouten before Gerald Brands and Butch DeBoer came forward in presenting of the colors. Students then performed several songs, including the songs of the five branches of the military — Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Marines — with veterans standing to be recognized during the song highlighting their respective branch. Students had also prepared a video of them reading from the book, “H is for Honor,” by Devin Scillian and Victor Juhasz. Students and those in attendance were encouraged to wear red, which stands for “Re-

member Everyone Deployed.” To celebrate this idea, a poster was available for anyone to write the name of someone who is currently deployed so the school can pray for them throughout the rest of the year and remember those who are currently fighting to keep our freedoms. Later in the day, West Lyon students conducted a program for Veterans Day, with student council president Randi Childress and vicepresident Maddie Johnson acting as emcees. West Lyon students gave performances in remembrance of the troops. The high school band played the national anthem while the choir sang a rendition of “God

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WHAT SERVICE MEANS Master Sergeant Paul Fluit was the featured speaker at the West Lyon school Veterans Day program Friday, Nov. 11. He recounted his time in the Air National Guard. (Photo/Tristan Taylor.)

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Early Deadline Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, an early deadline will aid in the production and delivery of several New Century Press publications. Deadline for the Nov. 23 issue of the West Lyon Herald and Northwest Iowa Peach will be Thursday, Nov. 17. Classified advertising must be submitted by 9:30 a.m. while display advertising and news items should be submitted by 12 noon. For more information, call 472-2525/1800-621-0801.

PATRIOTIC DISPLAY Students at Inwood Christian School participated in a Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 11. Students sang a number of patriotic tunes and thanked the veterans in attendance for their service. (Photo/Tristan Taylor)

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School liaison officer offers support to students Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer [email protected]

Sometimes a push in the right direction is necessary to stay on the right path in life. Other times, it takes someone walking alongside to guide. The latter can be key when you’re younger to avoid taking the wrong path and learn things the hard way. At West Lyon, Katie Olson, the new full-time school liaison officer, is that perRVP Musical son. Olson is originally from Brandon, Auditions River Valley Players will host audi- South Dakota, and graduated from tions for Elf the Musical on Mon- Brandon Valley High School beday, Nov. 21 and Tuesday, Nov. fore going on to receive her bach22 at 7 p.m. in the choir room at Central Lyon High School. The production will run February 2426. Contact Blake Lyon for more information at [email protected].

elor’s degree in social work at the University of South Dakota. From there, Olson went to work with the South Dakota State Penitentiary. She began as correctional officer, and then promoted to a unit coordinator, and then unit case manager. She was also a member of the SD Honor Guard and the crisis intervention team at the penitentiary. When she needed a change, working as a school liaison officer carried a number of benefits. “The community I’m in, it’s a lot more positive and family-friendly,” said Olson. While there’s no normal day-to-

day routine in this new role, Olson explains, there are basic things she deals with as a school liaison officer. “I deal with truancy, certain disciplinary issues and trying to keep the school a safe place for all students.” Most of these issues are geared toward students in grades 7-12. “The other part of my contract is working with the juvenile court system here in Lyon County. I will work with adolescents on probation and/or informal probation that are attending school,” she said. “I’m kind of a go-between for the student and their probation officer; I keep track of how they’re

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Inwood Museum gearing up for holiday events

Make and Take Lyon County Conservation will host a make and take event Monday, Nov. 28 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Lake Pahoja Nature and Education Center. Participants will use things from nature to make an outdoor holiday planter. Preregister by Nov. 23 at lyoncounty.iowa.gov or by calling 712-753-2033.

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Sen. Ernst Traveling Office Hours U.S. Senator Joni Ernst’s office will conduct traveling office hours in Lyon County Monday, Nov. 28 from 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. in the North Community Room of the George Community Center, 115 South Main Street in George. Representatives from Ernst’s office will be available to assist Iowans with problems or questions about issues involving Social Security, veterans’ benefits, military affairs, passports, immigration issues and other federal programs.

KATIE OLSON, WEST LYON’S FULL-TIME LIAISON OFFICER

New church opens in Larchwood Tristan Taylor | Staff Writer [email protected]

A new place of worship has opened up in Larchwood and has already amassed a small congregation. The Kidst Selassie Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church has opened its doors on Broadway Street next to the community center and is excited to

house a place of worship for the Eritrean Church. The church is from Eritrea, a country in East Africa. The church and its pastor, Keshi Kabase, invites the community to join them for worship and prayer. Services are Saturdays from 5-7 p.m. and Sundays at 6 a.m. and 12 noon. (Photos/Tristan Taylor)

Plans are underway for a number of special events at the Inwood Museum Annex, formerly the Methodist Church, for the holiday season. A Thanksgiving worship service is planned for Sunday, November 20 at 6 p.m. Pastor Larry Wanamaker of New Life Church will be guest speaker. Throughout December, the Inwood Museum will host Christmas Carol Sing-Along, also in the Museum Annex. The carol events will be from 7-8 p.m. with refreshments served following the sing-along. The first event is set for December 3 with Martha Stai Winklepeck and Gerry Stai performing and assisting with the sing-along. The Dec. 10 and 17 performers are yet to be determined. The Inwood Museum board of directors were also present at the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation competitive grant award ceremony on November 10 to accept a grant to assist with insulation of the Museum Annex to make it more efficient to heat and eventually to cool.

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High School Honor Band Gianna Klarenbeek | Student Contributor On Saturday, Nov. 5, 25 students in grades 9-12 traveled to Sioux City for the Northwest Iowa District High School Honor Band auditions. West Lyon was proud to have the following students audition for honor band: Ella Leuthold, Amelia Ageson, Addison Brower, Ethan Van Regenmorter, Alexa Van Wyk, Miguel Hernandez, Blake Van Roekel, Jackson Doorneweerd, Carson DeSmet, Chloe Klarenbeek, Sophia Niemeyer, Brad Balster, Kerrigan Van Beek, Ethan Fiekema, Evan Klarenbeek, Cody Snyders, Landon Pottebaum, Isaac Harmon, Sam Meester, Jo Boote, Andrea Kampmann, Annie Metzger and Nate Wiltgen. These students start the process for honor band auditions at the beginning of the year in August and then have until November to prepare. For audition day, the musicians audition in front of the judges and perform different forms of music the judges listen to and decide who performed the best. Only a select few students are recalled and have to go through the audition process a second time. At the end of the afternoon, 13 students from West Lyon were selected for the honor band. They are Leuthold (flute), Ageson and Brower (clarinet), Hernandez (tenor saxophone), Van Roekel (trumpet), Balster (euphonium), Feikema and Klarenbeek (trombone), Pottebaum (tuba), Meester, Metzger and Wiltgen (percussion). Junior Ethan Feikema, selected as a trombone player in the regional honor band, is proud of the hard work this honor signifies. “I feel a sense of accomplishment due to the many hours I’ve spent working toward this goal,” he said. He added, “Everyone who has worked to prepare for honor band has really put all their effort toward this.”

The 23 West Lyon band students pictured above auditioned for the Northwest Iowa Honor Band Nov. 5. (Photo/Submitted). Students who are selected to the honor band are recognized as being part of the top musicians in the northwest region of Iowa. West Lyon has a continued tradition of having many students audition and make it into Northwest Iowa Band Association (NWIBA) Honor Band. This shows that West Lyon has a fantastic music program and great student musicians. This is a great accomplishment for the students that made it. The audition process is hard and many students who audition do not make it. After speaking to

some of the judges, they stated this year was the hardest year to pick who made it into the bands because students this year are performing at such a high caliber. Students that made it will continue to work hard for their performance Jan. 7 at Morningside University in Eppley Auditorium. Best wishes to all who made it!

Woolly mammoth tooth now on display at Sheldon Historical Society Fossil found by DGR Engineering technician on NCC campus It’s not a phone call a college president expects — “We found a fossil on your property. We think it’s a woolly mammoth tooth,” but that is just what happened to Northwest Iowa Community College president Dr. Hartog this spring. Still in his first year as president at the time, Hartog knew that he should expect the unexpected, but, “…a fossilized mammoth tooth isn’t something they teach you to expect when you are preparing to become a college president!” Justin Blauwet, DGR Engineering technician, was on campus looking over a lift station project for the City of Sheldon when he saw the fossil resting on top of a pile of dirt. It had been excavated for the ongoing project several days before. Blauwet’s keen eye, natural curiosity, and love for fossilized remains took over. Blauwet brought the large fossil back to the DGR offices in Rock Rapids, where the relic was measured and weighed:

11.2 pounds and 11 inches. Officials at DGR, the City of Sheldon, and the College reported the find to Tiffany Adrian, a paleontology repository instructor and the Special Collections Manager at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Adrian confirmed it was, in fact, a woolly mammoth tooth fossil. The fossil was brought back to NCC’s campus for a short period of time so employees could see it, but College officials have decided to semi-permanently loan the fossil to the Sheldon Historical Society in order for community members to have access to it and easily view it. When fossils are dug up, they are naturally saturated with water. They need time to be properly dried and preserved correctly. The mammoth tooth made its public debut during the City of Sheldon’s 150th birthday celebration in September. You can now view the fossil at the Sheldon Historical Society during regular business hours.

“Since NCC is the public college for the area communities, NCC is happy to display the tooth in the Sheldon Prairie Museum as a semi-permanently loaned display,” said Hartog. “This way, everyone from across our service area can come to the museum to see and appreciate this artifact.” Meanwhile, Den Hartog Industries of Hospers provided a 3-D Image so that Ryan Steffen, an NCC industrial design technology instructor, could 3-D print a detailed, life-sized replica of the fossil. Hartog observed, “An engineering technician, a neighboring city, a local museum, a plastics manufacturer, NCC, and a mammoth—all successfully partnered together in this dynamic and unexpected way.” (Information provided by Pamela Lien, administrative assistant, marketing and communications, Northwest Iowa Community College.) Pictured left to right: Dr. John Hartog, Northwest Iowa Community College president, and Justin Blauwet, DGR Engineering technician. (Photo/SubmitWe are hiring cooks ted)

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November 16, 2022 water summary update

October 2022 was 15th driest on record

The month of October ended as the 15th driest on record, with a deficit of 1.80 inches of rainfall. This marks the seventh month in a row of below-normal rainfall for the state. A wet weekend in early November helped alleviate some drought, but most of the state is still designated as abnormally dry or in some form of drought. Northwest Iowa remains the driest and most challenging part of the state for water resources in 2022.

“The wet October of 2021 was not repeated this year, so unfortunately the state slipped further into drought during October 2022.  Nine of the 10 months this year have been below normal for rainfall, with only limited improvement seen in the last week,” said Tim Hall, Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ coordinator of hydrology resources. “Wetter conditions are needed to help replenish soil moisture, shallow groundwater, and surface water as

we head into the winter months.” For a thorough review of Iowa’s water resource trends, go to www.iowadnr.gov/watersummaryupdate. (The report is prepared by technical staff from Iowa DNR, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering, and the U.S. Geological Survey, in collaboration with Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department.)

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120 YEARS AGO November 14, 1902

November 17, 1932

While watering a horse last Wednesday, Tolle Helgerson, one of Lyon Township’s farmers, was kicked in the knee by the animal, breaking the knee cap. A physician was called and he placed the limb in a plaster cast. It will be some time before Mr. Helgerson will be able to be about again. The Herald office printed a lot of bills this week for Tolle Helgerson, who will sell 14 horses, 44 head of cattle, 65 hogs, farm machinery, household goods and other articles next Tuesday. Adv. – Special sale on musical instruments next week. We also have a fine line of chairs at all prices. Don’t disappoint us. Come in and look our stock over. ~Albertson & Co. Registered Undertakers

110 YEARS AGO November 14, 1912

The Nels Jacobsen home three miles south of town was the scene of a pretty home wedding Tuesday evening at which time Miss Agnes Jacobsen was untied in holy bonds of wedlock to Herman Christensen. After their enforced abstinence for so many years, the appetite that our democratic brethren are likely to develop for pie is somewhat appalling in some quarters.

100 YEARS AGO November 16, 1922

Adrian Buitendyk, who lives on a farm 4-1/2 miles southwest of here, walked to Inwood for his groceries Friday afternoon after a number of unsuccessful attempts to drive to Inwood the day before. The snow drifts out his way were from 5 to 6 feet deep and the horses simply could not go through them. Dr. C.S. Renshaw, veterinarian, made his calls on horseback, although at least one was made afoot as the snow was too deep for his steed. Ninety sacks of flour, 30 of them 98-pound sacks and 60 of them 49-pound sacks, arrived Saturday and are stored in the First National Bank building for pending distribution.

80 YEARS AGO November 12, 1942

In the first world war, Walter Stoup and Henry Ahders journeyed together to the place of enlistment. Monday their sons, Dale and Alvin, went together to Sioux Falls to enlist in the navy for the duration of the second world war. Delegates to the Iowa State Teachers convention are Alta Fossaen and Stella Espeland of Inwood and Madlyn O’Connot of Alvord. It is announced that sale of new farm machinery will remain frozen until rationing starts. The freeze became effective Nov. 1 and dealers and manufacturers are prohibited from selling.

Cleveland, Ohio – Emery Dorko wants 70 YEARS AGO his bride of 10 weeks departed to BudaNovember 13, 1952 pest, Hungary, from where he brought her. Adv. – We still give Gold Bond stamps Dorko married Carola Deek Aug. 26 after a two-year courtship by mail. Immediately on Cooper Quality-Guarded feed and also after the ceremony, the bride told him she on all purchases of poultry remedies and poultry supplies. Save Gold Bond stamps never wanted to see him again. … Trade where it pays. ~Inwood Egg Market Wm. Schemmel, Prop. 90 YEARS AGO Gerrit Vanden Brink, Alvord, lost one fin-

ger and part of another in a corn picker accident last week.

30 YEARS AGO November 18, 1992

60 YEARS AGO November 13, 1962

Plans are underway at Inwood’s Christian Reformed Church for the construction of a new structure on a three-acre plot south of the Christian school. New officers for the Top-Notchers 4-H club are president, Kathy Groth; vice-president, Janet Brown; secretary, Joyce DeVries, and reporter, Mare Jo Brown.

A group of interested racquet ball and walli ball enthusiast met with the community building planning committee Nov. 12 to try to solve the problems involved with putting in the ball court. The West Lyon Wildcats put up a valiant effort, but were unable to overcome the well-rounded North Fayette Hawks and a chance to play in the state championship football game against Solon.

50 YEARS AGO November 8, 1972

20 YEARS AGO November 13, 2002

The West Lyon Community School was successful in the contest held by the Educational ABCs of Industry. The following won prizes: Cindy Dreessen - $3 for booklet project; Patty Roemen - $2 for booklet project; Kathy Parkinson - $2 for poster project; Myra Moser - $1 for handwriting; Nancy Vande Stouwe - $1 for essay in peanut butter; School - $15. Augie Piersma is the general chairman for the new Canton-Inwood Memorial Hospital fund drive. Co-chairmen in the Inwood area are Harvey Van Engen and Henry E. Blankespoor.

Chris Johnson, Thomas Bouwman, Devin Antrim and Megan Starrett were chosen for Northwest Iowa Honor Band. Kody Bos, son of Randy and Cheryl Bos, is one of the hundreds of people who have benefited from American Heart Association research. Kody was born with transposition of the great arteries. The aorta was leading from the right ventricle of the heart while the pulmonary artery was coming from the left ventricle, just the opposite of where they should be.

40 YEARS AGO November 18, 1982

A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Inwood Swimming Pool was conducted Saturday morning, Nov. 10, with about 25 people in attendance. Demolition of the old pool was to begin this week. The building on the south edge of Inwood has been around for 11 years, serving as a flower shop and a fitness center, but now it will be the home of The Inwood Trading Post. The thrift and consignment shop owned by mother and daughter, Bev and Marlo Arp, opened its doors Friday, Nov. 9.

Returning seniors for the West Lyon Wildcats basketball team are Joe Snyders, Vic Myrlie, Kent Dreessen and Larry Van Roekel. On Nov. 21, a service at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Inwood will be the occasion of the ordination of Julie Beth Kahl into the ministry of the American Lutheran Church. Jerry Haack, Inwood, was awarded the American Farmer Degree in a ceremony at the 55th National FFA Convention in Kansas City, Missouri, Nov. 11-13.

10 YEARS AGO November 14, 2012

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Lorayne Koll

98 Rock Rapids, Iowa November 8, 2022 Lorayne V. Koll, 98, of Rock Rapids, Iowa, died Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, at Parkview Manor Nursing Home in Ellsworth, Minnesota. Funeral service was Saturday, Nov. 12, at Peace Lutheran Church, Rock Rapids, interment in Riverview Cemetery, Rock Rapids. Lorayne Virginia Winterfeld  was born Jan. 13, 1924, near Lester, Iowa, daughter of Louis and Rose (Moeller) Winterfeld. She grew up and attended rural school near Lester and graduated from Lester High School in 1942. She worked at VanderWelt Hospital in Rock Rapids. She met Howard Koll. They farmed from 1946-1962 when they moved to Rock Rapids. She worked at Hess’ café, Two Brothers, Lyons Den, JCPenney and Merrill Pioneer Hospital, all in Rock Rapids. Her husband died June 4, 1986. She remained working at Merrill Pioneer Hospital until age 78 when she retired. In May 2022, she entered

Margery Visser 90 Orange City, Iowa November 9, 2022

Margery “Marge” (Caswell) Visser, 90, of Orange City, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at Orange City Area Health System. Funeral service was Monday, Nov. 14, at 10:00am, at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, Orange City, with interment in

Brad Bonynge

79 Pipestone, Minnesota October 10, 2022 Brad Bonynge, 79, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022, at Good Samaritan in Pipestone, Minnesota. A celebration of his life was held Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. Brad was born November. 11, 1942, in Elgin, Illinois, to Eugene and Opal (Schultz) Bonynge. The family moved to Lester, Iowa, after the death of his father in 1952. He attended elementary schools in Elgin and Lester. In 1959, the high school in Lester closed and he graduated in 1960 from West Lyon High School, Larchwood, Iowa. He attended the University of South Dakota at Vermillion and earned his Juris Doctorate Degree in 1966. Upon graduation, he was an associate at John Theodeson’s Law Office in Garretson, South Dakota.

Rock Rapids Health Care Centre and in October 2022 she entered Parkview Manor Nursing Home in Ellsworth. Survivors include six children, Eugene (Nancy) Koll of Des Moines, Iowa, Kurtis (Sallie) Koll of Lawton, Oklahoma, Randy (Kandi) Koll of Rock Rapids, Mark (Pat) Koll of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Scott (Linda) Koll of Rock Rapids and Kristi (Jon) Fuerstenberg  of Sheldon, Iowa; 21 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; a sisterin-law, Aimee Schlumbohm of Rock Rapids, and many nieces, nephews and other extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; parents-in-law, George and Martha Koll; two sisters, Marge Haines and Virginia Fetzer; a brother, Harold Winterfeld; four sisters-in-law, Marvyl Kahl, Beverly Schmidt, Eulalia Koll and Elaine Winterfeld; five brothers-in-law, Daryl Koll, Vernon Schmidt, Norval Kahl, Ren Fetzer and Charlie Haines; a son-in-law, Mike Van Beek, and daughter-in-law, Karen Koll.

Joni Metzger 712-441-6550 | scott. joni.metzger@gmail. com The September meeting of the CALL Lyons 4-H Club was called to order at 7:30. In this meeting, we picked new officers. The president is Jackson Doorneweerd, vice-president is Mathias Knobloch, secretary is Tayton Knoblock, treasurer is Korey Moser and reporter is Peter Rens. Officers at-large are Luke Zylstra, Brody Martin and Liam Metzger. During August, we re-shingled the shelter house at the Lester community park. We tore off the old shingles as

they were really starting to show their age. Then on the next day we shingled it and after we were done, we could definitely tell the shingles needed to be replaced. We adjourned at 8:30. The October meeting was called to order at 7:23. Welcomed the new members and had them tell us why they joined. Our club worked with the Lester Friendly 4-Hers to complete ditch walking on Highway 9 Oct. 1. We discussed record books and handed them back. Members were reminded to complete their 4-H enrollment for 2023 as soon as possible. Six new members will receive a starter pack. Our meeting adjourned at 7:47. Peter Rens, reporter

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Audios: Creepy Crayon by Aaron Going Rogue (book and Reynolds audio) by Janet Evanovich Just Like That by Gary D. Triple Cross (audio) by Schmidt James Patterson Young Adult: Youth: Loser/Queen by Jodi Elbow Grease Saves Lynn Anderson West Lawn Cemetery, Orange City. Christmas by John Cena Adult: Survivors include four children, 23 Goodnight, Tractor by Perfect Assassin by grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren, Michelle Robinson James Patterson one sister; one brother, George (Marilyn) Sour Grape by Jory John Recipient by Audrey J. Caswell of Inwood, Inwood, and a sister-inlaw, Joann Caswell of Inwood. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two daughters, two daughters-in-law, a grandson, a inwood library news sister, Lenora (Cornie) Davelaar; a brother, Children’s Here Comes Truck Driver Wally Caswell, and a brother-in-law, John Newest Books: Hippo by J. London Groeneweg. Will We Always Hold Bad Kitty Does NOT Like Hands by C. Cheng Valentine’s Day by N. Bruel I Love You Little I Love Logan’s Greenhouse by J. You Lots by D. Wood Borwn-Wood On Oct. 27, 1967, He married Fire Chief Fran by L. AshA Bear, A Bee, and A HonMarlys Quall. In January 1968, ey Tree by D. Bernstrom they moved to Pierre, South Da- man kota, where he was an associate in the law office of Joseph H. Bottum, III. In 1970, he accepted the position of states attorney for Jerauld County, Wessington Springs, South Dakota, and remained in that capacity until 1979 when he opened his own law practice in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He retired from the practice of law in December 2013. Survivors include his wife; two sons, Craig (Judy) Bonynge and Todd (Angela) Bonynge; three grandchildren; five greatgrandsons; one sister, Deborah (Thomas) Denevan; sisters in-law, Jane Bonynge and Marlene Johnson; numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He was proceeded in death by his parents; daughter, Lisa; brother, Gene, and brothers in-law, Leon Johnson and Ronald Quall.    

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sheriff ’ s news ARREST On Nov. 12, the Lyon County Sheriff Office conducted a traffic stop in the Grand Falls Casino parking lot. As a result, Leonard Nathan Young of Larchwood was placed under arrest for OWI-third offense, fail to dim, fail to yield to emergency vehicle and no valid driver’s license. Young was housed at the

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November 16, 2022

courthouse news SCHEDULED FINES Hugo Argenis Jauregui, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, trespass-first offense. Koury Nicholas Serck, Irene, South Dakota, careless driving. Manyok Kuir Gak, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, trespassfirst offense. Melvin Wayne Towe, Mariposa, California, speeding. Michael Joseph Kuchta, Yankton, South Dakota, speeding. Rose Lee Stafford, Sibley, operating non-registered vehicle. Luis Miguel Flores Ramirez, Worthington, Minnesota, speeding. Keyanna Keeton Tait, Pascagoula, Mississippi, speeding; failure to use child restraint device; possession/ purchase alcohol by person underage. Jamerika Sade Grady, Gautier, Mississippi, possession/purchase alcohol by person underage. Christopher Reed Hoppe, Sioux Center, speeding. Cathy J. Wiese, Kearney, Nebraska, speeding. Andrew Frank Riemenschneider, Fostoria, speeding. Ashlee Grace Rypkema, George, speeding. Joe Marcel Peter VanderWaal, Hull, dark window or windshield. Christopher John Kuperus, Sanborn, failure to comply with safety regulations. Jaida Leigh Sorensen, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, speeding. Devesh Ashit Shah, Riverside, California, dark window or windshield.

Austin Michael Wilbert, Ireton, failure to display registration plate; failure to comply with safety regulations. John William Clowers, Jacksonville, Florida, speeding. Samuel Joseph Floyd Harmon, Larchwood, person underage using tobacco/vapor product. Regan Arthur Syverson, Mountain Lake, Minnesota, speeding. Sawyer John Rozeboom, Rock Valley, ATV registration and numbering violation. Heidi Joy Fluit, Inwood, speeding. David Guerrero, Laredo, Texas, speeding. Levi M. Ringquist, George, speeding. Kyle Lee DeWit, Larchwood, speeding.

misdemeanor. She was sentenced to serve 365 days in the Lyon County Jail with all but seven days suspended. Engelkes was ordered to pay a $430 fine, court costs, surcharge and court-appointed attorney’s fees, and serve one year on probation. On Nov. 2, Devin James Burgers of George was sentenced for possession or carrying of dangerous weapons while under the influence, a serious misdemeanor. He was sentenced to serve 365 days in the Lyon County Jail with all but two days suspended. Burgers was ordered to pay a $430 fine, court costs, surcharge and courtappointed attorney’s fees, serve one year on probation, and submit to a substance abuse evaluation and follow any and all recommendations of said evaluation. Brianna M. Songer of Canby, Minnesota, was sentenced Nov. 2 for violation of probation. She was sentenced to serve 30 days in the Lyon County Jail. On Nov. 2, Dustin Deurloo Hopf of Lennox, South Dakota, was sentenced for operating while under the influence-first offense, a serious misdemeanor. He received a deferred judgment and was ordered to pay a $1,250 fine, court costs and courtappointed attorney’s fees, serve one year on probation, submit to a substance abuse evaluation and follow any and all recommendations of said evaluation, and complete an impaired driver course and provide proof of completion to the probation officer. Hopf’s driver’s license

was revoked. Elizabeth Ann Smith of Alton was sentenced Nov. 2 for operating while under the influence-first offense, a serious misdemeanor. She received a deferred judgment and was ordered to pay a $1,250 fine, court costs and court-appointed attorneys fees. Smith was ordered to serve one year on probation, submit to a substance abuse evaluation and follow any and all recommendations of said evaluation, and complete an impaired driver course and provide proof of completion to the probation officer. Smith’s driver’s license was revoked. On Nov. 2, Hunter L. Baker of Luverne, Minnesota, was sentenced for operating while under the influencefirst offense, a serious misdemeanor. He received a deferred judgment and was ordered to pay a $1,250 fine, court costs and courtappointed attorney’s fees and serve one year on probation. Baker was also ordered to submit to a substance abuse evaluation and follow any and all recommendations of said evaluation and complete an impaired driver course and provide proof of completion to the probation officer. Baker’s driver’s license was revoked. Seth Daniel Stevens of Sibley was sentenced Nov. 3 for violation of probation. He was sentenced to serve seven days in the Lyon County Jail with credit given for time served. Stevens was also ordered to pay court-appointed attorney’s fees and court costs.

Hugo Argenis Jauregui of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was sentenced Nov. 5 for public intoxication, a simple misdemeanor. He was ordered to pay a $105 fine, court costs, surcharge and court-appointed attorney’s fees.

DISTRICT AND MAGISTRATE COURT On Nov. 1, Kent Douglas Vink of George was sentenced for violation of a nocontact/protective order, a simple misdemeanor. He was sentenced to serve 30 days in the Lyon County Jail with all but seven days suspended and ordered to serve one year on probation. Vink was also ordered to pay a $105, court costs, surcharge, courtappointed attorney’s fees and restitution. Brandy Michelle Ackerman of Spencer was sentenced Nov. 2 for violation of probation. She was sentenced to serve 30 days in the Lyon County Jail. On Nov. 2, Hunter Payne Jerred Tennant of Hartford, South Dakota, was sentenced for operating while under the influence-first of-

fense, a serious misdemeanor. He was sentenced to serve 365 days in the Lyon County Jail with all but seven days suspended. Tennant was ordered to pay a $1,250 fine, court costs, surcharge and court-appointed attorney’s fees. He was also ordered to serve one year on probation, submit to a substance abuse evaluation and follow any and all recommendations of said evaluation and complete an impaired driver’s course and provide proof of completion to the probation officer. Tennant’s driver’s license was revoked. Jed Francis DeSmet of Larchwood was sentenced Nov. 2 for violation of probation. He was sentenced to serve 30 days in the Lyon County Jail and the probation ordered in the sentence on the previous charge of possession of a controlled substance-methamphetamine, was revoked. On Nov. 2, Amanda Jean McDonald of Boyden was sentenced for possession of a controlled substance-methamphetamine, first offense, a serious misdemeanor. She was sentenced to serve 365 days in the Lyon County Jail with all but four days suspended. McDonald was ordered to serve one year on probation, pay a $430 fine, court costs, surcharge and court-appointed attorney’s fees, and submit to a substance abuse evaluation and follow any and all recommendations of said evaluation. Shanda Delene Engelkes of George was sentenced Nov. 2 for eluding, a serious

The Board joined a Zoom meeting with Brigham with TextMyGov. After the meeting the Board discussed the program and proposal. The Board decided to table the discussion until they can talk to other counties as to how it is going for them. Resolution 2022-49 to approve the budgeted transfer of funds from General Basic ($65,000) and Rural Services ($65,000) to the Economic Development fund was introduced. This is done every fiscal year to help fund the economic development fund. Motion by Vanden Bosch, second by Altena to approve and sign resolution. This is a summary of Resolution 2022-49. The full text can be obtained at the Auditor Office or online at www.lyoncounty. iowa.gov under Supervisors then Resolutions. Resolution 2022-50 to approve the budgeted transfer of funds from General Basic ($183,942) and the first half of the budgeted transfer from Rural Services ($1,233,323) to the Secondary Roads fund was introduced. Motion by Altena, second by to approve and sign resolution. This is a summary of Resolution 2022-50. The full text can be obtained at the Auditor Office or online at www.lyoncounty.iowa.gov under Supervisors then Resolutions. County Engineer Daryl Albertson joined the meeting. The department is getting ready for the first possible weather event. K60 bridge is finished with dirt work, guardrails still needing to be finished. Albertson presented Resolution 2022-51 approving bridge embargoes. There are 5 bridges on the list. Motion by Birkey second by Altena to sign and approve resolution 202251. Motion carried. This is a summary of Resolution 2022-51. The full text can be obtained at the Auditor Office or online at www.lyoncounty.iowa.gov under Supervisors then Resolutions. The Board received a 28E agreement request from the City of Rock Rapids regarding inspection services in conjunction with North 2nd Avenue Bridge to be replaced in 2024. Rock Rapids City Administrator Jordan Kordahl and Economic Development Director Micah Freese joined the meeting. Resolution 2022-52 to formally approve the 28E agreement for inspection services was introduced. Motion by Herman, second by Birkey to approve and sign Resolution 2022-52. Motion carried. The Board received an updated driver’s license agreement with the IA DoT. This agreement is necessary to be in place to allow the county to issue driver license services/tests. Motion by Vanden Bosch, second by Altena to approve and sign the agreement. Motion carried. Auditor Smit reported that Premier increased the bandwidth size after the last meeting and no offices have reported any disruptions in workflow. Smit requested the Board upgrade the service to the 250/250 in order to ensure workflows are not interrupted. Motion by Altena, second by Vanden Bosch to approve the increase in cost. Motion carried. The Board discussed the health insurance fund 89000. The Auditor’s office will be working on health insurance enrollment changes and wanted clarification if the Board will be assigning any of the increase to the 89000 Fund. The Board decided to do the 85/15 and no funds from the 89000. Smit noted that open enrollment meetings are being held today, tomorrow and Thursday. Iowa County Board of Supervisors have been asked by ISAC and the ISACS to consider contributing $600 to help cover costs of an analysis that will allow for the development of procedures and standards to assist in the mitigation of soil compaction on agricultural lands caused by utility construction occurring on wet soils. Motion by Altena, second by Birkey to approve contribution. Motion carried. Nay Herman. The Board has received resignations from Damon Pedersen and Russ Hopp regarding their participation on the compensation board. Recorder Amie Griesse would like Lisa Miller appointed as the Recorder’s representative and Treasurer Michele Stewart would like Eldon Kruse appointed as the Treasurer’s representative. Motion by Birkey, second by Vanden Bosch to approve Miller and Kruse to their appointments on the compensation board. Motion carried. Motion by Birkey, second by Altena to approve claims. Motion carried. Supervisor correspondence: Vanden Bosch-MidSioux; Altena and Birkey attended Sioux Rivers Mental Health mtg. Employment changes: Mason Langenhorst has been hired at a PRN EMT. Langenhorst’s start date was 10-242022 at a pay rate of $5.50/hr. for scheduled call and $16.00/hr active time. Payroll dated 10-28-2022 was reviewed and approved. Payroll Warrant Register in the amount of $250,825.37 is listed by fund. General Basic Fund.................. 146,217.86

MHDS Reimbursable Fund......... 3,686.74 Rural Service Basic Fund.......... 23,060.16 Economic Development Fund.. 4,001.58 Secondary Road Fund................58,036.40 Emergency Management Serv.2,992.79 Co. Assessor Agency Fund.......12,829.84 Payroll Disbursement Register in the amount of $308,977.39 is listed by Fund. General Basic Fund.................. 113,349.54 MHDS Reimbursable Fund......... 3,376.10 General Supplemental Fund...56,212.73 Rural Services Basic Fund.........35,358.45 Economic Development Fund.. 3,752.74 Secondary Road Fund................82,167.73 Emergency Management Services.......... ............................................................. 3,469.38 Co Assessor Agency Fund........11,040.72 Health Insurance Fund....................250.00 Handwritten claim dated 10-282022 in the amount of $120,589.41 was reviewed and approved. Check sequence #160990. Sanford Health Plan, Insurance Premiums................................................. 120589.41 Grand Total.................................. 120589.41 Health Insurance Fund........... 120,589.41 Handwritten claim dated 11-022022 in the amount of $1,788.03 was reviewed and approved. Check sequence #160991. IBC, Flex Plan.................................... 1788.03 Grand Total....................................... 1788.03 Flex Benefits Account.................. 1,788.03 Claims dated 11-08-2022 in the amount of $154,201.09 were reviewed and approved. Check sequence #160992-161082. Access Systems Leasing, Printer/Copier Lease Cont............................................817.00 Henry M. Adkins & Son Inc., Ballots & Codin................................................... 7392.90 Ahlers & Cooney, P.C., HR Service-Labor. .................................................................220.50 Air Conditioning & Heating Inc Service, Drain Plugged.....................................257.50 Alliance Communications, 911 Recurring Phone...........................................150.00 Alliant Energy......................................183.84 Timothy Blankespoor, hi-vis jacket, tech toe...........................................................251.65 Bosler Repair & Fabrication, check codes/voltage.....................................359.25 Calhoun-Burns & Associate Inc., bridge rating & inspection........................ 1604.90 Amy Caswell, Mileage........................ 16.00 Cemcast Pipe & Precast, pipe, tiebolts, fabri...................................................10658.16 City of Doon, water............................. 33.00 City of Larchwood, utilities.............. 75.81 City of Rock Rapids Municipal, Utilities/ Utility Assist...................................... 6472.52 CJ Cooper & Associates, Inc. drug testing...........................................................315.00 Cooperative Energy Company, Fuel, Ruby Dies, Gasahol...........................822.40 Crossroads Trailer, tire bead seater, changing tool.....................................584.03 Culligan Soft Water Serv., Salt/Water/ Rental.....................................................850.75 Cash-Wa Distributing, Food for Inmates. .................................................................943.08 Dakota Data Shred DDS, Shred....352.68 Connie Douglass, Mileage................ 76.00 G & R Controls, Inc, Service-Suction Valve.......................................................680.00 George Office Products, Office Supplies,Toners............................... 1330.94 GFC Leasing, Copier Lease.............202.52 GlaxoSmithKline, 350 Doses Fluarix/10 dose Menveo................................... 6637.46 Bobby Gruis, hi-vis jacket, gloves.. 98.42 Health Services of Lyon Co, 4 random drug tests.............................................100.00 Heiman Inc., Annual Fire Extinguisher.... .................................................................120.00 Jackie Hyronemus, Mileage...........156.00 I-State Truck Center, pin-spring, bushing...........................................................386.22 IBC, Employee Benefit................... 1926.00 Institute of Iowa Certified As, IA Assess/ Taxation Regist...................................315.00 Iowa Prison Industries, 50 posts.1492.50 Iowa State Sheriffs & Deputies, 2023 Membership Renewal......................300.00 Jack’s Uniforms & Equipment, Handcuff/ Pistol Pouch, uniforms.....................219.78 JCL Solutions, Detergent (5 Gallon)......... .................................................................267.48 Johnson Feed, Inc., 21 tons calcium chloride............................................11597.25 Cindy Keizer, Mileage.......................262.50 Shannon Klarenbeek, Mileage........ 56.00 Knife River, 12.16 tn G-1/2 asphalt........... .............................................................. 1574.88 L.G. Everist, Inc., 22.3 tn #5 ballast............ .............................................................. 1569.28 Little Rock Free Lance, Help WantedVSO, Election Not...............................241.61 Lyon & Sioux Rural Water, water..... 66.00 Lyon County Sheriff Dept., Sheriff Fees.. .................................................................343.60 Mail Services. LLC, Renewals-Postage, forms......................................................462.61 MidAmerican Energy.......................134.02 Midwest Alarm Company, Inc., Replace Booking Room Camera................ 1333.40 Midwest Radar, Radar Recertification..... .................................................................440.00 Joel Moser, Mileage............................ 78.50 NACO, Annual Membership Dues............ 450.00 New Century Press, Pub Hrg-Ord 22, Brd Min, budget Amend, election notice...... .............................................................. 1383.52 Northwest Iowa Area Solid, Wa Bulbs, Batteri...................................................... 91.50

Nutrien Ag Solutions, 80 gal VM Premix Blend................................................... 3828.80 Amy Oetken, Mileage........................ 33.00 Osceola Rural Water, water.............. 56.00 Papik Motors, New Battery, service, starter....................................................771.14 Matt Pearson, Rent Assistance......200.00 Prahm Construction Inc., L-C060(FEMA 87Y)--73-60 p.................................57420.60 Premier Communications, Phone, fiber, internet, fax...................................... 4354.10 Premier Network Solutions, IT UpdatesARPA Funds....................................... 9200.00 Premier Network Solutions, IT consult, Cloud backup................................... 1939.98 Rock Apartments, Rental Assist....200.00 Rock Rapids Ace Hardware, Office supplies, LED Light, clamps...................448.57 Runnings Supply Inc., Pipe, fittings, bolts, tools......................................... 1000.76 John Smidstra, Mileage...................128.50 Melissa Stillson, Mileage................... 47.00 Storey Kenworthy / Matt Parrot, AP Laser Checks, timestamp.................. 1019.27 The Shop Larchwood LLC, Service/repair....................................................... 1402.71 Thomson Reuters - West Payment Clear Proflex-Collections............................340.74 Megan Timmer-Stubbe, Mileage.107.00 Two Way Solutions, Inc., Radios, Charger........................................................ 2549.00 Brenda VanHofwegen, Mileage...... 62.00 VanHolland Lawn Service LTD, Winterize Sprinkler systems..............................458.00 Verizon, Cell/hotspots................... 1300.00 Wheelco Brake & Supply, dash valve....... .................................................................310.88 Ziegler Inc., filters..............................269.08 Grand Total.................................. 154201.09 General Basic Fund.....................42,687.12 Rural Services Basic Fund...............385.33 Economic Development Fund......277.12 Secondary Road Fund................94,963.60 American Rescue Plan Fund...... 9,200.00 Surcharge on E911........................ 4,317.76 Emergency Management Serv.....104.81 Co. Assessor Agency Fund.............339.35 Health Insurance Fund................ 1,460.00 Flex Benefits Account......................466.00 There being no further business there was a motion by Altena, seconded by Vanden Bosch to adjourn. Motion carried. APPROVED Josh Feucht, Chairman ATTEST: Jen Smit, County Auditor NOTE: These minutes are as recorded by the Clerk to the Board of Supervisors and are subject to Board approval at the next regular meeting.

......................................................... $13955.00 Rock Rapids Machine Welding, storm sewer grate....................................... $107.66 Expenditures 001 GENERAL................................$9,278.58 110 ROAD USE TAX......................... $733.36 600 WATER.....................................$3,176.88 610 SEWER.....................................$1,727.57 670 LANDFILL/GARBAGE..........$1,961.00 Total............................................... $16,877.39 Revenues General......................................... $84,204.81 Road Use.........................................$2,623.60 Water................................................$3,926.60 Sewer...............................................$5,163.20 Garbage..........................................$2,186.00 Total............................................... $98,104.21 The City Council of the City of Lester, Iowa, met on November 7, 2022, at 6:30 p.m., at the Council Chambers in the Lester Community Center, Lester, Iowa. The meeting was called to order by the Mayor, and the roll was called showing the following members of the Council present: Ladell Kellenberger, Jeff Hoogeveen, Lance Boote, Curtis Doorneweerd, Erika Kellenberger. This being the time and place specified for holding the public hearing and taking action on the proposal to enter into a Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement, the City Clerk announced that no written objections had been placed on file. Whereupon, the Mayor called for any written or oral objections, and there being none, the Mayor closed the public hearing After due consideration and discussion, Council Member Curtis Doorneweerd introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption, seconded by Council Member Erika Kellenberger. The Mayor put the question upon the adoption of said resolution, and the roll being called, the following Council Members voted: Ayes: Ladell Kellenberger, Jeff Hoogeveen, Lance Boote, Curtis Doorneweerd, Erika Kellenberger Whereupon, the Mayor declared the resolution duly adopted, as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -21 Resolution taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement WHEREAS, the City of Lester (the “City”), in Lyon County, State of Iowa, did heretofore establish a Municipal Sanitary Sewer System (the “Utility”) in and for the City which has continuously supplied sanitary sewer service in and to the City and its inhabitants since its establishment; and WHEREAS, the management and control of the Utility are vested in the City Council (the “Council”) and no board of trustees exists for this purpose; and WHEREAS, pursuant to a prior resolution of the Council (the Outstanding Note Resolution”), the City has heretofore issued its $575,000 Sewer Revenue Capital Loan Note, SRF Series 2006, dated December 7, 2006 (the “Outstanding Note”), a portion of which remains outstanding; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Outstanding Note Resolution, the City reserved the right to issue additional obligations payable from the net revenues of the Utility and ranking on a parity with the Outstanding Note under the terms and conditions set forth in the Outstanding Note Resolutions; and WHEREAS, the City heretofore proposed to enter into a Sewer Revenue Loan Agreement (the “Loan Agreement”) and to borrow money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $300,000, pursuant to the provisions of Section 384.24A of the Code of Iowa, for the purpose of paying the cost, to that extent, of planning, designing, and constructing improvements and extensions to the Utility, and pursuant to law and a notice duly published, the City Council has held a public hearing on such proposal on November 7, 2022; NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lester, Iowa, as follows: Section 1. The City Council hereby determines to enter into the Loan Agreement in the future and orders that Sewer Revenue bonds or notes be issued at such time in evidence thereof. The City Council further declares that this resolution constitutes the “additional action” required by Section 384.24A of the Code of Iowa. Section 2. All resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 3. This resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its adoption and approval, as provided by law. Passed and approved November 7, 2022. Dan Gerber, Mayor Attest: Cathi Senior, City Clerk The City Council of the City of Lester, Iowa, met on November 7, 2022, at 6:45 p.m., at the Council Chambers in the Lester Community Center, Lester, Iowa.

The meeting was called to order by the Mayor, and the roll was called showing the following members of the Council present: Ladell Kellenberger, Jeff Hoogeveen, Lance Boote, Curtis Doorneweerd, Erika Kellenberger This being the time and place specified for holding the public hearing and taking action on the proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan Agreement, the City Clerk announced that no written objections had been placed on file. Whereupon, the Mayor called for any written or oral objections, and there being none, the Mayor closed the public hearing After due consideration and discussion, Council Member Jeff Hoogeveen introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption, seconded by Council Member Lance Boote. The Mayor put the question upon the adoption of said resolution, and the roll being called, the following Council Members voted: Ayes: Ladell Kellenberger, Jeff Hoogeveen, Lance Boote, Curtis Doorneweerd, Erika Kellenberger Whereupon, the Mayor declared the resolution duly adopted, as follows: RESOLUTION NO. 2022-22 Resolution taking additional action on proposal to enter into a Water Revenue Loan Agreement WHEREAS, the City of Lester (the “City”), in Lyon County, State of Iowa, did heretofore establish a Municipal Waterworks Utility System (the “Utility”) in and for the City which has continuously supplied water service in and to the City and its inhabitants since its establishment; and WHEREAS, the management and control of the Utility are vested in the City Council (the “Council”) and no board of trustees exists for this purpose; and WHEREAS, the City heretofore proposed to enter into a Water Revenue Loan Agreement (the “Loan Agreement”) and to borrow money thereunder in a principal amount not to exceed $250,000, pursuant to the provisions of Section 384.24A of the Code of Iowa, for the purpose of paying the cost, to that extent, of planning, designing, and constructing improvements and extensions to the Utility, and pursuant to law and a notice duly published, the City Council has held a public hearing on such proposal on November 7, 2022; NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the City Council of the City of Lester, Iowa, as follows: Section 1. The City Council hereby determines to enter into the Loan Agreement in the future and orders that Water Revenue bonds or notes be issued at such time in evidence thereof. The City Council further declares that this resolution constitutes the “additional action” required by Section 384.24A of the Code of Iowa. Section 2. All resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith be and the same are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 3. This resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its adoption and approval, as provided by law. Passed and approved November 7, 2022. Dan Gerber, Mayor Attest: Cathi Senior, City Clerk Discussion was held regarding 2021-22 Financial Year End Report. Jeff Hoogeveen made a motion to approve the report as presented. Curtis Doorneweerd seconded the motion with all members voting in favor. Discussion was held regarding comments received from residents regarding lack of parking on Main Street, when originally presented the resolution to rezone the property at Lot One (1) in Block Ten (10) from residential to commercial, Dutchland indicated that space would be used for employee parking and free up space on Main Street for the other businesses that are the south side of the street for their patrons to park, Dan Gerber will speak to Dutchland to remind them of the arrangement. Discussion was held regarding the re-installment of the street light pole on Main Street which included the time and temperature sign, as well as the flagpole being installed, Dan Gerber will speak to Dutchland into this concern. Lester Winterfest is scheduled for Thursday, December 1st at Lester Community Center. The next regular city council meeting will be Monday, December 5th, 2022, at 6:30 PM at the Lester City Council Chambers. Jeff Hoogeveen made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Lance Boote seconded the motion with all members voting in favor. Dan Gerber, Mayor Attest: Cathi Senior, City Clerk

REAL ESTATE DEEDS Jacob J. Van Voorst, trustee of the Jacob J. Van Voorst Revocable Trust, to Jason E. and Trela D. Knueven, trustee warranty deed to Parcel E in the fractional SW1/4 of 31-100N-46W. Leon G. Vanden Bosch and Laura N. Vanden Bosch, trustees of the Leon and Laura Vanden Bosch Living Revocable Trust, to Collin J. and Jennifer R. Faber, trustee warranty deed to Parcel B in the SW1/4 of 33-98N-46W. Timothy J. Kruger and Ruth E. Kruger, co-trustees of the Timothy and Ruth Kruger Living Trust, to Jacob J. Hilbrands, trustee warranty deed to Parcel A in the NE11/4 of 19-98N-43W. Sylvia J. Veltkamp to the Garret J. and Harriet L. Van Voorst Revocable Trust, warranty deed to Unit One of Parkdale Estates of Inwood, a condominium development located on Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 in Block 4, and Lots 6, 7 and the south 25 feet of Lot 8 in Block 3 in Jacobsma’s Second Addition. Thomas O. Ingebretson to Tyler J. and Rose M. Ballinger, warranty deed to Lot 7 of James First Addition to the city of Inwood.

public notices NOTICE OF PROPOSED ACTION TO INSTITUTE PROCEEDINGS FOR THE INCURRENCE OF NONCURRENT DEBT IN A PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $511,557 (NONCURRENT DEBT) The Board of Supervisors of Lyon County, Iowa, will meet on November 22, 2022, at the Lyon County Courthouse, Rock Rapids, Iowa at 8:45 o’clock a.m., for the purpose of instituting proceedings and taking action on a proposal to incur noncurrent debt (the “Noncurrent Debt”) in a principal amount not to exceed $511,000 for the purpose of financing the costs of the construction of County highway, bridge and culvert improvements (the “Projects”) in the Lyon County Economic Development Urban Renewal Area. At that time and place, oral or written objections may be filed or made to the proposal to incur the Noncurrent Debt. After receiving objections, the County may determine to incur the Noncurrent Debt. The Noncurrent Debt will be in the form of one or more internal advances (the “Internal Advances”) of funds from the County’s Secondary Road Fund for the payment of costs of the Projects and shall be repaid on or before June 30, 2024. The Noncurrent Debt will be incurred pursuant to authority contained in Chapter 403 and in Section 331.478 and Section 331.479 of the Code of Iowa. By order of the Board of Supervisors of Lyon County, Iowa. Jen Smit County Auditor H1116-1

LYON COUNTY AUDITOR’S OFFICE ROCK RAPIDS, IOWA November 8, 2022 Chairman Josh Feucht convened the adjourned session with Altena, Vanden Bosch, Birkey, and Herman present. Motion carried assumes unanimous vote unless otherwise stated. The Board started with the Pledge of Allegiance. Veteran Affairs Director Sharon Fuller was here for public comment time. Fuller introduced Ned Hodgson whom the commission hired for the new director. Hodgson started November 7 and will be starting the national accreditation course next week. Fuller has moved her start date back to December 5 so is able to stay and acclimate Hodgson to the position. Minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting were reviewed. Motion by Herman, second by Birkey to approve and Chairman sign minutes. Motion carried. Chairman Feucht opened the public hearing at 8:45 a.m. to take comment on the proposed amendment to the Lyon County Economic Development Urban Renewal Area. Present were: Elijah Helton, NWIA Review, Steve Simons Economic Development Director. The amendment will include culvert and bridge projects funded with $511,000 of tax increment financing dollars. No comments were presented, or questions asked. Hearing was closed at 8:46 a.m. Resolution 2022-46 was introduced to approve the amendment. Motion by Vanden Bosch, second by Altena to approve and sign Resolution 2022-46. Motion carried. This is a summary of Resolution 2022-46. The full text can be obtained at the Auditor Office or online at www.lyoncounty.iowa.gov under Supervisors then Resolutions. Resolution 2022-47 to set a public hearing date to incur noncurrent debt in conjunction with the amendment to the Lyon County Economic Development urban renewal area. The resolution sets November 22 at 8:45 a.m. as the public hearing date. Motion by Birkey, second by Altena, to approve and sign Resolution 2022-47. Motion carried. This is a summary of Resolution 2022-47. The full text can be obtained at the Auditor Office or online at www. lyoncounty.iowa.gov under Supervisors then Resolutions. At the October 25th meeting the Board approved an easement to the City of Rock Rapids to expand their recreational trail. Resolution 2022-48 formally approves the easement. Motion by Birkey, second by Vanden Bosch to approve and sign Resolution 2022-48. Motion carried. This is a summary of Resolution 2022-48. The full text can be obtained at the Auditor Office or online at www.lyoncounty.iowa.gov under Supervisors then Resolutions. Lyon County Economic Development Director Steve Simons noted Nov 10th is the presentation of the LCRF grants. The Big Challenge will be holding the finals for those who have made it. Lyon County small businesses competing are Carrol Street Treats and S2B Fishing Supplies are both in the competition.

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City of Lester November 7, 2022 Regular Meeting 6:30 PM Mayor Dan Gerber called the council meeting to order with council member Jeff Hoogeveen, Erika Kellenberger, Lance Boote and Curt Doorneweerd present. Also, present Cathi Senior, Steve Simons, Jon Gerber, and Brian Mogler. A motion was made by Ladell Kellenberger to approve the Consent Calendar which consisted of the Minutes of the October 3rd meeting, Treasurer’s Report and the following bills and warrants issued through November as presented. Erika Kellenberger seconded the motion with all members voting in favor. Expenses: Alliance Communications, Sewer Phone.................................................................. .................................................................$41.00 Alliance Communications, Community Center................................................. $103.00 Alliant Energy, Sewer.................... $171.79 Alliant Energy, Community Center.......... .............................................................. $564.86 Alliant Energy, Street Lights....... $733.36 Alliant Energy, Siren..........................$39.25 Ageson Trucking, black dirt........ $235.00 Cathi Aeschliman, Wages, send hub........ .............................................................. $620.78 Darcy Gerber, cleaning hours.... $119.88 Denny’s Garbage (106 x 18.50).................. ...........................................................$2,687.50 DRG, winterize fountain............... $106.00 Dutchland Foods, sidewalk & gutter share.................................................$1,800.00 Foundation, water testing..............$15.00 gWorks, annual fee for accounting system...................................................$2,074.00 Heartland Hardware, supplies... $117.42 IPERS, Nov Contributions............ $242.05 Iowa League of Cities, annual dues......... .............................................................. $357.00 Iowa One Call, line detection........$24.30 Iowa Rural Water Assoc, membership fees...................................................... $225.00 Lester Local, mower fuel.............. $106.97 Lyon & Sioux Rural Water, 798,000 gallons...................................................$2,034.90 New Century Press, minute publication. .............................................................. $340.92 P & K Pest Control, pest control community center............................................$90.95 Peoples Bank, ACH Fee....................$25.00 Raman Tree Services, stump removal..... ...........................................................$2,000.00 Robert Leuthold, Wage................ $604.80 Robert Leuthold, water work/lagoon.....

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Lyon County general election results Jessica Jensen | Managing Editor [email protected]

In Lyon County, 5,026 ballots were cast in the general election Nov. 8. That is 58.05 percent of the 8,658 registered voters. Results of the election are unofficial until a canvas of the ballots is completed. In the state representative race, Skyler Wheeler was elected to serve District 4, receiving 4,449 votes or 99.13 percent. Thirty-nine write-in votes were cast. In county supervisors’ races, Douglas Vanden Bosch received 928 votes to represent voters in District 1. Four write-in votes were also cast. In District 4, Jerry Birkey was reelected with 963 votes, or 99.38 percent. Six write-in votes were cast. In District 5, Steve Herman was also reelected with 819 votes or 99.15 per-

cent. Seven write-in votes were cast. District 2 voters were asked to fill a vacancy and cast 947 votes for Dennis J. Scholten. In other county office elections, Lyon County treasurer Michele Stewart was reelected with 4,572 votes. Amie Griesse, Lyon County recorder, received 4,575 votes. Lyon County attorney Amy Oetken was reelected with 4,523 votes. Complete and official general election results can be viewed on the Lyon County auditor’s website at lyoncounty.iowa.gov. The Lyon County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday, Nov. 15, to canvas the votes.

Grassley wins eighth term in U.S. Senate Jared Strong | Iowa Capital Dispatch www.iowacapitaldispatch.com

U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, a Republican, won election to his eighth term in the senate on Tuesday, Nov. 8, defeating Democratic challenger Mike Franken, according to the Associated Press. When the race was called, Grassley led with about 56 percent of the vote.  It was the closest race Grassley has won since he was first elected. He has routinely defeated his opponents by at least 20 percentage points. “You and I want to preserve America,” Grassley told his supporters Tuesday night. “Tonight we celebrate freedom of thought, freedom of speech, open discourse and disagreement that our system allows, and independent expression, and the power that comes through the ballot box. The people have spoken tonight.” He said the majority of voters want the country to have energy independence, enhanced border security, better support for law enforcement, and he alleged U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley won election to his eighth term in the Senate on there is political bias in the U.S. Tuesday, defeating Democratic challenger Mike Franken. (Photo by Jared Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Strong/Iowa Capital Dispatch)

That echoes the complaints of former President Donald Trump against agencies that have investigated him. Grassley said Republicans will reduce federal spending: “We’ve been on a fast track to financial disaster. Now it will be a path back to fiscal sanity.” Grassley has said his longevity in the Senate — about four decades — is one of the reasons he deserved to be reelected. But his age of 89 gave some voters pause. “I know his age is an issue — and I did consider that — but I do like his direction,” said Renee Schon, a rural Glidden resident who voted Tuesday. Grassley is set to become the longest-serving senator and the second-highest ranking member of the chamber, president pro tem, if Republicans take the Senate. Further, he has predicted he would again be named chairman of the Judiciary Committee by his Republican colleagues if they have the majority. He has said individual states should decide how to handle abortion. Governor Kim Reynolds is now challenging an injunction in state district court that blocked the imposition of a 2018 law that

would ban abortions in Iowa after six weeks of development. A decision is expected within weeks. Franken, 65, is a retired U.S. Navy admiral who has been critical of Grassley’s position on abortion. Franken supports federal legislation that would reestablish a right to abortion countrywide. But a former Franken campaign staffer alleged he kissed her without her permission, potentially undercutting his support from female voters. Franken has denied the incident, and the Des Moines Police Department did not charge him with a crime. Polls have shown that the economy and inflation are top of mind for voters. Bob Hoyle, of Glidden, who voted Tuesday, said he supports Grassley, in part because high gasoline prices show there is a need for Republicans to take control of Congress. Grassley raised about $10.2 million during this election cycle, compared with Franken’s $9.3 million, according to Federal Election Commission filings. “We may have been competitors in this, but we are united in our effort to represent this state and the country we love,” Franken told his supporters as he conceded the election Tuesday night.

Feenstra wins reelection in Iowa’s 4th District Eleanor Hildebrandt | Iowa Capital Dispatch www.iowacapitaldispatch.com

Representative Randy Feenstra has won a second term in the U.S. House of Representatives with 67.4 percent of the vote over Democratic challenger Ryan Melton, based on unofficial results.  With 99 percent of precincts reporting Wednesday, Nov. 9, Melton had 30.4 percent of the vote and Liberty Caucus candidate Bryan Jack Holder had 2.2 percent. The Associated Press called the race for Feenstra just after 10 p.m. Tuesday. By Nov. 8, the district had received 78,126 absentee ballots, with 34,394 from registered Republican voters.  Feenstra will continue to represent Iowa’s newlydrawn 4th District in the northwestern portion of the state. He unseated former Rep. Steve King in the 2020 Republican primary and  went on to beat Democratic challenger J.D. Scholten  in November’s general election by more than 28 percentage points.   The last Democrat to hold the 4th District seat was Neal Smith from 1973-1995.  Senator Joni Ernst tweeted she’s looking forward to having Feenstra back in Washington for another twoyear term.  The 53-year-old congressman resides in Hull in Sioux

Representative Randy Feenstra of Hull, was reelected to a second term in the U.S. House of Representatives where he represents the 4th District. He is pictured with his family and other supporters following the general election Tuesday, Nov. 8. (Photo/Shane D. Johnson, Sioux County Index) County where he was born and raised. He currently and Technology Subcommittee in the U.S. House. He serves on the House Agriculture Committee, Budget previously served three terms in the Iowa Senate.  Committee, and as ranking member on the Research

Reynolds: ‘Now we are ready for the next challenge’ Robin Opsahl | Iowa Capital Dispatch www.iowacapitaldispatch.com

The Associated Press called Iowa’s gubernatorial contest for incumbent Kim Reynolds just minutes after the polls closed Tuesday night, Nov. 8. Fending off a challenge from Democrat Deidre DeJear, the Republican governor won her second full term in office. The early declaration of victory for Reynolds did not come as a surprise for those following Iowa politics: Election polls and predictions consistently found that Reynolds had a sizable lead in the race. At 9:30 p.m., Reynolds was ahead with 52.7 percent of the vote to DeJear’s 44.8 percent. Just over 37 percent of votes had been counted at that time. In a victory speech, Reynolds reflected on what has happened in Iowa since she won her first election as governor. “These last four years, we’ve faced a lot,” Reynolds said. “We’ve faced some significant challenges: A worldwide pandemic, a derecho, tornados, I think we went back and did a little more flooding, a little more drought, and so much more. But I think one thing that we’ve shown is that Iowa can do anything when we stand together — and, our state, of course is better for it. So now we are ready for the next challenge.” Reynolds shared little about her policy

plans while on the campaign trail. She said one of her goals in the upcoming legislative session is the passage of a private school scholarship program that failed to win legislative approval earlier this year. While campaigning, the governor highlighted her record with the GOP-controlled legislature on issues such as education and the economy. She argued Iowa recovered more quickly than other states from the COVID-19 pandemic because of measures she took, such as her fall 2020 requirement that schools offer at least 50 percent of their instruction in the classroom. She also touted recent tax-cut packages and the state’s budget surplus of $1.9 billion. While Reynolds has said life in Iowa is better than in other states, her Democratic challenger said Iowans are struggling. At campaign events, DeJear said Iowa’s education, health care and mental health systems are underfunded, which further hurts struggling families. Funding Iowa’s K-12 schools and higher-education system would not require additional spending, DeJear  said in a debate. She called for using the state budget surplus to address funding shortages, which she said would solve problems such as teacher shortages and declining test scores. Reynolds was first appointed to the position of governor in 2017, when former Gov.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, a Republican, speaks during a debate Oct. 17, 2022, on Iowa PBS. (Pool photo courtesy of Iowa PBS) Terry Branstad left the job to serve as U.S. ambassador to China during the administration of former President Donald Trump. DeJear previously ran for Iowa secretary of state in 2018, and worked with Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2020 presidential campaign during the Iowa caucus season. Libertarian Rick Stewart was also on

the ballot for Iowa governor. The thirdparty candidate  called for  the legalization of marijuana and psychedelics in an Iowa State Fair speech and he advocated for Iowa returning to a one-room schoolhouse education system.

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Republicans win all but one Iowa statewide executive office Jared Strong and Kathie Obradovich |Iowa Capital Dispatch www.iowacapitaldispatch.com

Republicans have won all but one of Iowa’s statewide executive offices, but the state auditor’s race remains too close to call. Here’s where the races stood early Wednesday, Nov. 9: Attorney General Republican Brenna Bird defeated longtime incumbent Attorney General Tom Miller by a narrow margin early Wednesday. Miller, a Democrat, told reporters he called Bird to concede. “While we’re disappointed with the result, and this whole wave that hit so many people, I’m very thankful for the 40 years that I had as attorney general.” Miller had been seeking his 11th term. Bird is the Guthrie County attorney. She had 51.2 percent of the vote to 48.8 percent for Miller in unofficial results with about 98 percent of precincts reporting. Miller, 78, is the longest-serving state attorney general in the country and had cross-party support, according to a recent Iowa Poll, which found that 14 percent of people who planned to vote for U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley and Gov. Kim Reynolds, both Republicans, also planned to vote for Miller. Miller has touted his efforts to protect consumers from fraud and to hold opioid manufacturers accountable for addictions. Bird, who was elected Guthrie County attorney in 2018, said she would use the power of the state office  to challenge  President Joe Biden’s executive orders and to back Iowa’s laws — including the 2018 “fetal heartbeat”  abortion law  — in court. That law is being relitigated in light of recent Iowa and U.S. Supreme Court decisions, and Miller isn’t representing Reynolds because of his support for abortion. “I could not zealously assert the state’s

position because of my core belief that the statute, if upheld, would undermine rights and protections for women,” Miller said this summer. “In my nearly 40 years in office, I have declined to represent the state in only one other similar situation.” Reynolds  said in May  she desires an attorney general who is more agreeable with her agenda. Bird has said she will  challenge the Biden administration  on regulations including mask and vaccine mandates, environmental restrictions and border policies. Bird has also emphasized her support from law enforcement officers in the state, noting she received endorsements from most of the state’s sheriffs. She challenged Miller in 2010 but lost by about 11 percentage points. Bird had considerable financial support this year, including contributions of $1 million in September and $800,000 in October from the Republican Attorneys General Association, according to state records. Treasurer Republican state Sen. Roby Smith of Davenport defeated Democratic incumbent Michael Fitzgerald, the Associated Press projected Wednesday. Smith had 51.3 percent of the vote to 48.7 percent for Fitzgerald in unofficial results, with 98 percent of precincts reporting. Fitzgerald, first elected in 1983, is the longest-serving state treasurer in the country. He said his plan if reelected would be to build on programs he initiated in office, including Iowa’s 529 College Saving Programs, which invests and distributes money to help families save for higher-education costs free of federal and state taxes. Smith, who has served in the Iowa Senate since 2011, said during a debate in October that he would advocate for tax cuts in the legislature, and he faulted Fitzgerald for not registering in favor of recent Republican tax-cut legislation. Fitzgerald responded that it was the role

of legislators, not the treasurer, to set tax policy for the state. Auditor In what might be the only bright spot for Democrats among Iowa’s statewide offices, incumbent Rob Sand was narrowly leading Republican challenger Todd Halbur as of Wednesday. The race remained too close to call. Sand had 50.1 percent of the vote to 49.8 percent for Halbur in unofficial results with 98 percent of precincts reporting. The Iowa Secretary of State ordered recounts in Warren and Des Moines counties due to “technical errors” in counting results. On Thursday, Sand declared victory after those recounts failed to erase his narrow lead. The Iowa Secretary of State’s office reported Sand with just over 50 percent of the vote — about 2,600 more votes than Republican Todd Halbur, who had nearly 49.9 percent. The Associated Press had not projected a winner in the race, and Halbur has not conceded. The GOP candidate said  Thursday he planned to request a full statewide recount because of the errors in reporting results in multiple counties so he and “the voters of Iowa will feel confident in these new verified results.” During the campaign, Sand emphasized his efforts to hold officeholders accountable regardless of party affiliation. He also cited his efforts to save taxpayers money by holding a contest that encourages local governments to find efficiencies. Halbur,  former chief financial officer for the state Alcoholic Beverages Division, is a small-business owner of a school supply company and a Realtor. He said he would bring a conservative financial agenda to the office if elected. If results hold, Sand will be only Democratic incumbent to be reelected  this year to statewide executive office in Iowa.  The results remain unofficial until votes are canvassed. Counties will also conduct post-election audits of the gubernatorial race and constitutional

amendment ballot measure from a randomly selected precinct. Secretary of Agriculture Republican incumbent  Mike Naig  has been reelected to a second term as Secretary of Agriculture, the Associated Press has projected. He had 61.1 percent of the vote in unofficial results to 38.8 percent for Democrat John Norwood, with 98 percent of precincts reporting. Naig has defended Iowa’s voluntary water-quality programs as effective and says Iowa has made progress with programs such as the establishment of wetlands to contain nitrogen fertilizer runoff. He says he’s worked successfully to expand markets for Iowa farm products and increased the demand for biofuels. Norwood is a West Des Moines business consultant and a county soil and water commissioner. He says Iowa needs a better-coordinated plan to accelerate conservation and water-quality improvements, which includes taking a substantial amount of cropland out of production. Secretary of State Incumbent Republican Paul Pate has won his bid for a third term as secretary of state, the Associated Press projected. Pate had 60 percent of the vote and his Democratic challenger, Joel Miller, had 40 percent in unofficial results with 97 percent of precincts counted early Wednesday. During his campaign, Pate touted enactment of election security efforts such as Voter ID during his tenure. He called for more voter education to combat election misinformation and disinformation. Miller, the Linn County auditor, suffered an extra setback Tuesday when a ballot error was discovered in his county. According to the Secretary of State’s Office, the Linn County Board of Supervisors’ race was omitted on ballots for Putnam Township.

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School liaison from Page 1 doing in school, as far as academics and behaviors.” Olson says she wants to help kids understand that one mistake now doesn’t have to dictate the rest of their lives. “I try to impress on them ‘You have so much to live for’ and my goal is to try to help them stay off the wrong path now versus when it’s too late. “I tell them, ‘People can change even after they’ve been incarcerated, but it’s a lot harder when they have been labeled as a felon. I can be stern with you, but I can/want to be here to support you, as well.’ It’s a little bit of tough love, is the best way I can explain it,” she said. Olson wants to stress she doesn’t take any interaction personally and just wants to have a positive impact. “We’ll be able to laugh about it a couple months from now or years and say, ‘Yeah, that was dumb but I learned from it’.” While she may wear many hats, Olson is thankful for her fellow staff members at West Lyon. “It’s a group effort. We all have to work together.” Since she can’t be everywhere at once, Olson hopes teachers feel like they can come talk to her if they need her help. “So, it’s kind of fluid. I have my certain things they know

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NEARLY 20 ORGANIZATIONS GRANTED FUNDS FOR UPCOMING PROJECTS Representatives from each of the 18 organizations awarded competitive grants from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation are pictured above. The award ceremony was conducted at Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort on Thursday, Nov. 8. Nearly $1 million was awarded in grant funds.

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Local non-profit groups and organizations gathered at Grand Falls Casino and Golf Resort on Thursday, November 10 for the presentation of the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation’s competitive grant awards. The foundation is the non-profit license holder for Grand Falls and regularly distributes a portion of casino profits through a grant process. Before announcing the grant winners, Sharon Haselhoff, general manager for Grand Falls Casino, addressed the crowd. “We’re halfway to our 12-year anniversary and it’s gone by so quickly,” she said. “2021 was our best year ever for our operations and we did it with the fewest amount of people – not by choice. I’m happy to report that 2022 so far is shaping up to be even better than 2021,” Haselhoff said. “In the past two and a half years we’ve made a lot of changes to our resort and those changes have helped us increase our revenues which in turn is an increase to our check to the non-profit. I think it’s great the company is making those changes to stay ahead of the curve and keep up with what our guests want and expect.” Haselhoff pointed out that in 2021 the LCRF received over $3.3 million and to date in 2022, has received $3.28 million, “with one more month to go of payments. So we are on track to set a record year again. “In total since 2011, payments to the LCRF have been over $26.8 million which is really fantastic,” said Haselhoff. “There are so many wonderful projects that have been accomplished since the inception of the Foundation. You literally cannot go anywhere in Lyon County without seeing a community touched by their donations,” she said. “I want to thank the LCRF for all that they do. It is not an easy task to hand out all that money, but it is very reward-

MIDWEST HONOR FLIGHT The Lyon County Riverboat Foundation granted $87,500 to the Midwest Honor Flight organization in support of Mission 14 which will fly a number of area veterans to the monuments in Washington, D.C. ing to see all the projects they invest in come to life and Shawn Dreesen, Lyon County Riverboat Foundation reality. board secretary from Little Rock, announced the awards. “To all the non-profits and organizations here tonight, Nineteen grants were dispersed, totaling just shy of $1 milcongratulations and thank you for all that you do for our lion at $987,000. local communities,” said Haselhoff.

LYON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Lyon County Historical Society was the recipient of two different grants from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation. The first grant, in the amount of $1,629.64, will be used to make improvements to activities and signage for the Round Barn at the Lyon County Fair. The second GIVE FOUNDATION grant, in the amount of $7,029.91, will be used to make repairs and upgrades to a number of The GIVE Foundation will host its ninth-annual charity golf tournament with a $10,000 grant Historical Society properties. received from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation.

WEST LYON INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM West Lyon industrial technology instructors Shane Peterson and Nate Sievers accept a grant from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation in the amount of $100,000. The funds will be used to expand and improve the industrial technology facilities at West Lyon to accommodate growth in the program.

LYON COUNTY COMMUNITY CHILDCARE The Lyon County Community Childcare center in Larchwood, known as Wiggles and Giggles, received a grant of $76,535.43 from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation to help with startup costs. The Childcare board plans to use some of the funds to purchase and install fencing to provide an outdoor play area at the center.

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INWOOD MUSEUM Members of the Inwood Museum board of directors received a grant for $4,624 from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation. The funds will be used to insulate the Museum Annex building for more efficient heating.

Competitive Grants Awarded

Inwood Museum, Winterize Our Legacy $4,624 Lyon County Historical Society, Round Barn activity improvements $1,629.64 Lyon County Historical Society, property repair and upgrades $7,029.91 Little Rock Public Library, interactive play table and chairs $7,495 G.I.V.E. Foundation, 9th annual charity golf tournament $10,000 Siouxland Adaptive Sports, equipment upgrade and replacement $11,648 Little Rock Fire Department, equipment 20,759.36 Alvord Fire Department, air compressor SCBA refill station $22,100 City of George, storefront incentive program $22,500 Mustang Sports Booster, George baseball field updates $25,215.54 LARCHWOOD BETTERMENT CLUB Doon Parks and Rec, city park playground The Lyon County Riverboat Foundation presented a grant for $33,012 to representatives of the Larchwood Betterment Club. The equipment $27,925.01 funds will be used for a soccer program expansion. Larchwood Betterment Club, soccer expansion $33,012 Lester Visioning, softball diamond upgrade $50,000 Lyon County Community Childcare, start-up funds $76,535.43 Midwest Honor Flight, Mission 14 $87,500 Doon Fire Department, pumper truck replacement $100,000 West Lyon Industrial Technology, facility improvement $100,000 George EMS, ambulance purchase $130,000 Friends of Doon Foundation, community center project-phase 1 $250,000

LESTER VISIONING The Lester Visioning organization will use a grant of $50,000 from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation for an upgrade to the softball diamond complex in Lester.

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Dordt University 700 7th St NE Sioux Center, IA 51250 ALVORD FIRE DEPARTMENT Members of the Alvord Fire Department accept a grant for $22,100 from the Lyon County Riverboat Foundation. The funds will be used to purchase an air compressor refill station for the fire station to allow volunteer firefighters to refill their self-contained breathing apparatus.

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Taylor Marie Kerkvliet Mea DeWit Taylor Marie Kerkvliet came into this world Oct. 20, 2004. Some time after that, Kyler, her younger brother, was born. Their parents, Bobbie and Tadd, as well as their dogs, Rex and Milo, round out the family. We asked Taylor who her role model was, and she said her dad because, she says, “he has always taught me to stand up for myself and has shown me that hard work pays off.” Taylor has stayed a busy girl during her years at West Lyon. In years past, she’s participated in FFA, track, volleyball and golf as a Wildcat. What she’s most involved with now, though, is being on the yearbook staff, so you can see Taylor wandering the halls trying to capture some memorable moments with her camera. When she’s not at school, she helps residents in Rock Rapids as a CNA. A final thing you should know about Taylor is her hidden talent: she can honk like a goose! Unfortunately, she was not able to showcase this talent in any of her past or current activities. As a spunky and busy person, Taylor has created many memorable moments during her time at West Lyon. She will miss many things from her high school career. First, she’ll miss her favorite lunch: Mac and Cheese. However, what she will miss the most is Friday Night Lights. She’ll never forget a couple of her favorite teachers: Mr. Mannes, because of his famous saying, “Don’t be alarmed class,” and also Mrs. Haffner, who Taylor says is very funny and genuinely cares about her students and makes class very wel-

coming and a comfortable space. Lastly, Taylor will miss her friends from West Lyon. In particular, she’ll miss the nickname they gave her — “T.P. Kerk.” This stands for Taylor Penelope Kerkvliet, even though Penelope isn’t her middle name. It’s OK, they like to pretend it is. While Taylor’s certainly created some positive memories, there’s some she would rather hadn’t happened. First, there’s her most awkward moment from high school. She explains, “During an eighth-grade basketball game in the big gym, I was walking down the bleachers and I slipped while the whole gym was quiet and everyone looked at me.” Second, there’s Taylor’s best reason for getting detention. This is when a teacher asked where her homework was and Taylor responded with, “My dog Rex ate it,” an excuse every student has used once or twice. Taylor has certainly made her mark her at West Lyon, and we know she has good things ahead of her. After high school she plans to attend Southeast Tech to major as a medical assistant. Unfortunately, her talent for honking like a goose won’t be helpful there, either.

FCCLA students who attended the Fall Leadership Rally.

FCCLA members kick off their year Tory Ulmer On Nov. 2, the West Lyon FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) traveled to Des Moines to kick off their year! This event was called “Fall Leadership Rally!” This is a one-day event with a keynote speaker addressing mental health in a breakout session diving deep on mental health topics and “Red Talks” given by state officers on fundraising, running for a state office, competitive events and mental health tips. Conversations around mental health were a focal point of the rally; the 2022-23 theme was, “Shine a Light.” This theme was

chosen by the state officers to bring light to this topic, which has been kept quiet for a long time. While the sessions and learning at the rally were exciting, West Lyon also had other reasons to chalk the trip up as a success. For the fourth year in a row, West Lyon is honored to have a state officer year. West Lyon senior Tory Ulmer is serving as the state’s vice-president of public relations and finance. She and four other officers led the state during the Fall Leadership Rally, and can’t wait for other events in the year ahead! At this event, members also got to compete in a grilled cheese challenge.

West Lyon had five teams compete: Alyssa Hoogestraat and Meg Lapka, Emersyn Rentschler and Jacob Morgan, Keira Stensland and Veda Rentschler, Tyree Kammrad and Dawson Klarenbeek, and, lastly, Owen Jennings and Jacob Roemen. The last session of the day was the award ceremony for the grilled cheese challenge. Tyree Kammrad and Dawson Klarenbeek received second place and Owen Jennings and Jacob Roemen came home with first place. Now, FCCLA will start focusing their time on STAR events to present and compete at state in March. Good luck to everyone in the year ahead!

The Backpack Program Keatyn Lorenzen West Lyon is starting a new Backpack Program. This program is available for all West Lyon families and is also an outreach opportunity for local community members and groups that would want to help support this program. Last year, one teacher at West Lyon noticed that some families may need the kind of help a Backpack Program could offer. This teacher approached one of the school counselors, Mrs. Van Den Burg, to ask about getting such a program started at West Lyon. Mrs. Van Den Burg explained, “(This teacher) asked if I would help get it started this year. I have had lots of other teachers in the building reach out wanting to help.” Those involved in the program then made a visit to Central Lyon which has had a Backpack Program up

and going for close to 10 years. Parents or guardians need to sign up students to be part of the program. Families must meet the state income guidelines as well. Once students have been signed up, they will receive a bag of food on the last day they are in the building each week. Within the bag there will be breakfast items, lunch items, supper items and snacks. These bags will be able to help provide some extra meals for weekends when students are not in school and long holiday weekends. The school will be funding this program. Additionally, several local groups and churches will help fund the program as well. Any such organization interested in that opportunity can contact Mrs. Van Den Berg at school. With your help this could be a very successful organization!

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Students of the Month and Sanford Students of the Quarter Keatyn Lorenzen West Lyon Students of the Month for November have been announced. They are Carter Hassleman (academics), Landon Pottebaum (arts), Carter Ver Meer (Service), Evan Snyders (sportsmanship), Carson Meyer (vocational). Sanford Students of the Quarter have also been announced. These students are Geena Snyders and Tyler Kock. Carter Hasselman shows critical thinking skills and a heightened ability to connect themes from different classes (for example, his use of sociology ideas in government). This skill shows what a wellrounded and dedicated student he is. Carter’s diligent work and attention to detail have helped develop his strong academic record. Landon Pottebaum took the stage as the lead performer in this fall’s musical “Godspell.” He also served as a drum major in marching band and qualified as a performer for the AllState Choir. Landon participates in large group and individual speech and serves as a speech club officer. All of these require long hours on their own, but collectively he has spent countless hours dedicated to our arts programs. Carter Ver Meer recently performed the heimlich maneuver on another student when they were

The October Students of the Month are (from left to right): Evan Snyders, Carter Hassleman, Carter VerMeer, Carson Meyer and Landon Pottebaum choking. His actions helped prevent a more serious incident. Carter’s quick thinking and calm response show his willingness to serve others, even in tough situations. He also serves his team well by being dedicated to the weight room and impacting the team’s performance in a positive way. Evan Snyders is a great representative of sportsmanship both on and off the field. He is a great senior leader on the football team who works hard on the practice field, in the weight room and at games. He leads by example, proving he is unselfish, willing to help others, and always putting his

team first. Evan is a constant presence of positivity and acceptance for the Wildcat football team as they compete on Friday nights. Carson Meyer shows up to his vocational class every day ready to work. If the class is learning a new skill, he is one of the first students to volunteer to try it. He asks questions to help understand the “why” of the processes he learns. Carson completes his tasks with an attitude to learn, not just to get something done. Geena Snyders has been selected as a Sanford Student of the Quarter. Geena has made strong contributions to a range

of activities at West Lyon. She has been a crosscountry runner all four years and earned Academic All-Conference recognition. She has worked hard in large group and individual speech, color guard and yearbook class. Geena serves as a speech club officer and student council representative. She is always willing to take charge of responsibilities for the student council and follows through with her commitments. Beyond those contributions, Geena is a positive member of her classes and succeeds academically. Her work has earned her a place in National Honor Society. West

The Sandford Students of the Quarter are Geena Snyders and Tyler Kock Lyon congratulates Geena on all her successes! Tyler Kock is a quintessential student-athlete and has been selected as a Sanford Student of the Quarter. His teachers and coaches offer glowing praise for his leadership, work ethic and humility. His positive and respectful attitude makes him a role model for younger students in the classroom and beyond. He serves as football captain and mentors younger athletes, building their confidence. He holds himself

and those around him to high standards and always encourages others to do their best. He gives his best effort in classes, earning him a reputation as a disciplined student who works hard for his success. Congratulations, Tyler, on being a very deserving recipient of this honor! Congratulations to all of these students for their achievements. Keep up the great work!

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Inwood Christian School students showcased their patriotism The West Lyon High School choir performed “God Bless America” during the annual Veterans Day service on Friday, November during the annual Vetera’s Day program on Friday, Nov. 11. 11. (Photo/Tristan Taylor) (Photo/Jessica Jensen)

The younger students at Inwood Christian School performed a number of actions and flag-waving rhythms during the annual Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 11. (Photos/Jessica Jensen)

(LEFT) West Lyon student council president Randi Childress, left, and student council vice president Maddie Johnson, right, were emcees of West Lyon’s Veterans Day program on Friday, Nov. 11. (RIGHT) Students of West Lyon provided a number of music selections to celebrate the veterans and all of the sacrifices they have made during the annual Veterans Day program. (Photos/ Tristan Taylor)

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Bless America.” Kindergarten through sixth-grade students also gave a performance, singing “A Grateful Nation.”“Taps” was also played by Blake Van Roekel in remembrance of fallen soldiers. Guest speaker of the program was MSgt. Paul Fluit of the South Dakota Air National Guard. Fluit has served multiple deployments overseas, including Iraq twice, Jordan, South Korea, Poland and Afghanistan. He has also done stateside missions, the most recent of which was a protect the president of the United States mission. Fluit described to the students and those in attendance what his time being in the military for almost 35 years has been like. While not coming from a military background, Fluit was always intrigued by the military in his area. He eventually toured the Air National Guard in Sioux Falls and decided to join. “I don’t think there’s a single veteran out there who doesn’t remember the day he or she joined the military because that day has just as much meaning as our birthdays.” From there, Fluit worked as a hydraulics mechanic working on F-16 fighter

jets until Sept. 11, 2001. “On Sept. 11, 2001, life as a military member would change forever. I can still remember where I was and what I was doing when I heard the news as I’m sure most of your parents would know that too. For me I was working at the air base in Sioux Falls and immediately went into lockdown.” In 2006 Fluit decided to go full-time with the Air National Guard and, in July of 2008, was deployed for the first time to Iraq. “All-in-all, though, I would have given all of this up if it wasn’t for my three pillars of life, which are faith, family and country,” Fluit said. Turning his attention to his fellow veterans with him, he emphasized how important it is to remember and honor the sacrifices they made for our country. “What makes me so much different from the veterans back there beside me is that it was my choice to raise my right hand and take the oath. I would personally like to thank the veterans who sat beside me and those in the back for your service for this country from the bottom of my heart because you deserve it.”

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