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The Chronicle, Vol. 114, No. 34
 August 25, 2005

The Mayor Sez…
     Someone that read my article last week asked me what I meant with my slogan, “So much to do and so little time to do it”. I am committed to the task of tearing down some dilapidated buildings, both downtown and residential, and it is taking more time than I like, however, it WILL happen! I have qualified Odebolt to be a recipient of the DNR’s Brownfield Grant which deals with the asbestos problem (and the cost of removal thereof ).  Note: when we were doing the grants for the Memorial Walk Park it took some time, however, the rewards were worth the wait.
     Our new ODEBOLT entry sign project that Vance and Howard are spearheading can have far reaching and very positive effects for our City.
     The B&E activity that we have recently been experiencing has not been limited to just Odebolt, however, our police dept. in conjunction with the sheriff’s dept. are monitoring the situation and are confident of bringing the perps to justice. Sad, but true, the cities don’t have a #1 claim on crime anymore. Our way of life in rural America is constantly being threatened. Meth, sex offenders, burglars, and etc. are at large and we need constant vigilance to thwart these perps. The cities use a “neighborhood watch” system and I certainly encourage all of us to do the same. Call our County Communications Center toll free by dialing 668-2221 to report any suspicious activity that you may see and a police cruiser will be sent to investigate. What you may think as “trivial” may not be “trivial”. Thank you.
     From the ‘Bolt
     R. J. Rex, Mayor

Official Timeline for Municipal Elections - Municipal elections will be held in many cities this fall.  Official nomination papers may be obtained at the city clerk office and the following timeline is in place regarding upcoming elections.
 - Monday, August 29:  First day to file nomination petitions with the city clerk
 - Thursday, September 22:  Last day to file nomination papers with the city clerk; must be received by 5 p.m.
 - Tuesday, September 27:  Last day for candidates to withdraw by filing a written request with the city clerk.
 - Tuesday, September 27 (5 p.m.): Last day to file written objections to nomination papers or to candidates' eligibility with the city clerk.
 - Tuesday, November 8:  Regular Election Day

Absentee Voting for School Elections - Any registered voter wishing to vote absentee in the September 13, 2005 school elections may do so at the auditor's office in Sac City before 12 noon on September 13. Or to make a request in writing, include the address the ballot is to be mailed to, and indicate that you are requesting the ballot for the Odebolt-Arthur School election, September 13, 2005.
     For additional information please contact Jim Dowling, Sac County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections at 662-7310.

Voter Registration Deadline for registering to vote for the upcoming School Elections is Friday, Sept. 2, 2005.  The Auditor's Office will be open until 4:30 p.m. on that day.  Please call 662-7710 if you wish to check your voter registration or desire additional information.

Sac County/Elderbridge Gathering - The public is invited to attend the Sac County/Elderbridge Agency on Aging Gathering being held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at the Odebolt Community Center Meal Site, located at 116 E. Second Street in Odebolt.
     Orren Knoffloch, District Manager from the Social Security Administration Office in Storm Lake, will provide information regarding the new Medicare Prescription Drug Program and Assistance Program that is administered by Social Security.
     The gathering is a wonderful opportunity for those in attendance to come together for fellowship and to gain knowledge in what is happening in Sac County.

Congressman Jim Nussle announced the 99 county chairs that form the backbone of the Nussle grassroots county leadership team.  Barb Determan of Early, Iowa and Jim & Madeline Meyer will be the Sac County Co-Chairs, leading the organization and volunteer efforts within the county.
     Jim and Madeline Meyer currently live on their farm in Odebolt.  Jim served six years in the Iowa House of Representatives.  During his time in office, Jim worked as Vice Chair of the Agriculture Committee.  Madeline joined him in Des Moines and worked by his side as his secretary.   Jim and Madeline have two sons and four grandchildren.

Keith Fineran visited the Arthur Public Library on August 4th to show pictures and give a talk about his "daring deeds" in Afghanistan.  Keith was stationed there with the National Guard for approximately a year and returned home this summer.
     After a very informative slide show, he showed the kids clothing made for him and his family by a tailor in Afghanistan, as well as jewelry and items made of brass.  A photo in this week's edition shows Keith with the children and a prayer rug he purchased overseas.

ONRC visits Junck Farm - Residents at Odebolt Nursing and Rehab Center recently visited the Duane and Pat Junck farm near Kingsley, Iowa.  They enjoyed seeing a variety of over 70 antique tractors, bailers, threshers and plows.  While at the farm the residents had a picnic and were given a ride in the "mule" to see the antique farm equipment.  (Photo in this week's edition.)

Odebolt Public Library Monthly Board Meeting will be held Monday, September 12, 2005 at 7 p.m.

Back to School!  A full-page ad sponsored by the Odebolt and Arthur branches of United Bank of Iowa, shows photos of the 2005 Odebolt-Arthur Teachers and Staff, and "New Faces at O-A".  New this year are Student Teachers Meghann King, 3rd grade and Amy Ewert, 4th grade.  The New HS English/Speech, and Asst. Volleyball Coach is Heather Spetman.  New Teacher's Aides are Heather Henkelman and Charlotte Nichols.  See this week's edition for a listing of all school teachers and staff.  (Visit the O-A School web site to keep up-to-date on school news!)

August Yard of the Month - (Photo in this week's edition.)  Deb and Merle Miller were the winners of the Odebolt Chamber's Yard of the Month award for August.

O-A Gym Floor Installed - (Photo in this week's edition.)  On July 28th workers from Franks Contracting, Inc. of Reynolds began installing the new gym floor at the Odebolt-Arthur High School.  The process began with the installation of two moisture beams followed by the installation of 1' x 6's.
     Once the floor is installed, the lines will be painted and then the floor will be sealed.  The entire process should take somewhere between four to six weeks.  Once the floor is finished completely , the new bleachers will be installed.

Four Trojanettes Earn Maple Valley Conference Honors
 - Senior Jamie Scott, First Team All-Maple Valley Conference pitcher, recognizing her role in the second-place conference finish of the 2005 Trojanettes.
 - Senior outfielder Alayna Wilken, Second Team
 - Junior second baseman Shelby Veit, Second Team
 - Eighth-grader Brittany Walsh, honorable mention.

Scott and Wilken were also named to the Iowa All-District Team by the Iowa Softball Coaches for the 2004 softball season. 

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The above photo shows a check presentation from Larry Beckman Motors and Chrysler to the American Legion. Left to right are Al Ricke, Bill Geake, Larry Beckman, Ed Reiter & Duane Rohde

Beckman Motors Raises Money for Legion - Larry Beckman Motors helped raise and donated $715 for the American Legion Foundation through Chrysler's popular charity golf program, Drive for the Chrysler. The Drive for the Chrysler tournament was held at Sac County Golf & Country Club on July 23, 2005. Chrysler offered a beautiful Chrysler 300 as the hole-in-one prize car and provided additional tournament awards.
     Larry Beckman Motors dealership supplied numerous vehicles for golfers and guests to test drive throughout the day. Dealership personnel volunteered their time to assist with the fundraising test drives. For every test drive completed, Chrysler made a $5.00 donation.
     The American Legion Foundation would like to extend its thanks to Larry Beckman Motors and the Sac Country Club and all those that played in the July 23rd tournament.

 O-A Booster Club Sign-Up Time - Won't you consider joining the Odebolt-Arthur Booster Club in its 24th year of supporting the Odebolt-Arthur student athletes? The O-A Booster Club is proud of its accomplishments in consistently "boosting" the efforts of ALL O-A athletic teams.
     This past spring, THE CLUB donated $20,000!!!!!! This financial assistance allows the O-A administration to use the funds for educational purposes that might otherwise be needed for athletic supplies or equipment.
     Annual Booster Club projects include the Membership Drive, Youth Wrestling Tournament, The OA Basketball Association (OABA - for OA students), Youth Basketball Tournaments (boys and girls), the Hoagie Sandwich Sales and the Annual Golf Outing, which has featured former Iowa State Coach, Johnny Orr.
     Membership cost is $5.00 per person ($1.00 per college student if their parents are members).  Every member receives the Club's exclusive monthly newsletter "The Sportsbacker", which keeps you up-to-date on the OA sports scene.  
     Simply fill out the form found in this edition of The Chronicle and return it to the listed businesses.       Read the complete article in this week's Chronicle.

Obituary:  Larry Flogstad, age 40, of Ida Grove, Iowa, died suddenly on Sunday, August 14, 2005, at the Atlantic Medical Center in Atlantic, Iowa.
     Funeral services were held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2005, at the Christensen-Huffman Funeral Home in Ida Grove, Iowa. The Reverend Ronald Johnson will officiate the service, with burial to follow at Galva Cemetery East in Galva, Iowa.
     Larry David Flogstad was born on his grandmother Dorothy Lund’s birthday, November 8, 1964, in Ida Grove, Iowa. He was the son of Ronald and Barbara (Johnson) Flogstad. Larry was baptized and confirmed at Faith Lutheran Church in Odebolt, Iowa. He graduated from Odebolt-Arthur High School in 1983. Larry was blessed with two children, Dakota David and Searra Kay.
     Larry and his companion Nancy Woebke attended truck driving school together and worked as team drivers for Hewitt Trucking and Muller Livestock Trucking Ltd. They were loading out Sunday when Larry suffered a massive coronary and passed away with Nancy at his side.
     Larry enjoyed motorcycling, boating, and car racing.
     Survivors include two children, Dakota Flogstad and Searra Flogstad of Fort Dodge; his mother, Barbara Bruscher of Arthur; special friend Nancy Woebke of Ida Grove; Nancy’s children Cody Woebke and Megan Malone and daughter Caitlyn, all of Ida Grove; three sisters, Diane Jones of Schuyler, NE, Susan Flogstad of Arthur, and Michelle (Terrance) Bush of Cedar Falls; a brother, Rod (Audrey) Flogstad of Holstein; three nephews, Nathan Jones, Gabe Glienke, and Brad Flogstad; three nieces, Jamie Jones, Jasmyn Bush, and Jaidyn Bush; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
     He was preceded in death by his father; step-father, David Bruscher; maternal grandparents, Oliver and Dorothy Lund; and paternal grandparents, Henrik and Neva Flogstad.

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KATIE BELL PLAYS FOR NGC

The governors of the fifty United States of America converged on the city Des Moines, Iowa the weekend of July 15-17 for the National Governors' Conference. The first evening they were treated to Iowa music and Iowa food on the lawn of our state's capitol.
     The members of the 2004-2005 All-State Orchestra had the auspicious privilege of performing for the occasion. Also invited for the concert were two family members and their respective instrumental instructors. Katie Bell, a member of the Odebolt-Arthur Concert Band, was a member of the French Horn section in the orchestra.
     The orchestra rehearsed July 14 and 15. They stayed in dorms on the Drake University campus and were bussed to rehearsals and provided with meals. The group also spent the final afternoon at Adventureland.
     The orchestra played "The Star-Spangled Banner" by Francis Scott Key, "Largo" from The New World Symphony by Dvorak, "Wildflowers" from Rhapsody No. 1 by Joshua Reznicow , and "Cappriccio Espanõl" by Rimsky-Korsakov. The orchestra was directed by Dr. Rebecca Burkhardt who is on the music faculty of the University of Northern Iowa. Joshua Reznicow is a graduate of UNI and teaches in Cedar Rapids. Dvorak, although from Czechoslovakia, lived for a time in Spillville, Iowa and wrote his New World Symphony based on what he saw and experienced there.
     Parents and instructors congregated in the Henry Wallace Building , went through security, and were escorted to the concert. Each person received an official NGA blanket to sit on during the concert and take home as a souvenir. They were also treated to refreshments. Attending from Odebolt-Arthur were Katie's parents, Pat and Jon Bell, and her instructor, Barbara Votrobeck.

The Chronicle, Vol. 114, No. 33
 August 18, 2005 

The Mayor Sez . . .
     I have had a peek at the proposed new "Odebolt" entry sign and from what I understand the first one will go in across from Lundell Plastics on the west entry to Odebolt on Hwy 175.  Vance Lundell has indicated to the City that he would sponsor the first sign and would hope that others would join in to complete the 4-sign project.  Vance has a few ideas that would cut the labor costs so we'll see what happens there.  Also, Howard Hustedt has agreed to be Co-Chair along with Vance on the above project.
     All of us have driven through small towns that have impressive signs that show off the name of their city.  These signs also show the pride of their people.  If we can bring this project to conclusion, we too, can be proud of our new city signs, on all 4 highway entrances!  I think the Tuesday Club would love to have a new sign to care for.  They sure have done wonders with the old one on the east entry to Odebolt.  They even pay for the lighting.  How 'bout that?
     Generally, I can sum up the whole sign project by a simple saying -"first impressions are lasting ones."
     From the 'bolt
     R.J. Rex, Mayor

P.S. I have decided to run for re-election this fall with the following slogan, "So much to do and so little time to do it."

O-A Booster Club Sign-Up Time - Won't you consider joining the Odebolt-Arthur Booster Club in its 24th year of supporting the Odebolt-Arthur student athletes? The O-A Booster Club is proud of its accomplishments in consistently "boosting" the efforts of ALL O-A athletic teams.
     This past spring, THE CLUB donated $20,000!!!!!! This financial assistance allows the O-A administration to use the funds for educational purposes that might otherwise be needed for athletic supplies or equipment.
     Simply fill out the form found in this edition of The Chronicle and return it to the listed businesses, or you can purchase a membership at the REQUIRED ALL SPORTS MEETING on Thursday, August 25th at 7 p.m., or at the annual Fall Sports Night on Friday, August 26th, which starts at 5 p.m. Read the complete article in this week's Chronicle.

THANKS TO ODEBOLT BUSINESSES
FROM THE O-A BOOSTER CLUB!
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Letter from the Editor - I will be taking a leave of absence from The Chronicle starting on August 24th. Any news articles, ads or pictures can still be dropped off at the office, faxed or emailed to The Chronicle. If any pictures need to be taken during this time, please contact The Chronicle as soon as possible to arrange for someone to be at the event.
 - Bethany Jones, Odebolt Editor and Bookkeeper

Colonel Carstensen Change of Command - Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Carstensen of Odebolt, Mrs. Roland Oxendale of Arthur and Mrs. Tom Russell of Gurnee, IL, were among those who attended Col. Mary Carstensen's Change of Command Ceremony at Ft. Drum, New York on July 14th, 2005.
     She was also awarded the Legion of Merit. She is now assigned as Director of Disabled Soldiers Support System in Alexandria, Virginia.
     Col. Carstensen was Commanding Officer of the U.S. Army Medical Department Activity and Director of Health Services while at Ft. Drum, NY, home of the 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry).

Card of Thanks - We would like to thank everyone that attended and supported the Legion Steak Fry on August 8th. Thanks to everyone, it was very successful. A special thanks to the Odebolt Firemen for grilling the steaks, the use of the grill and steak knives. Thanks to the United Bank for donating the napkins. We are again reminded of how fortunate we are to have such a nice Community Center to hold events like this.
- American Legion & Auxiliary

OBITUARY: Darrel Dean Buehler was born on March 31st, 1940 to John and Ethel (Rydberg) Buehler. He passed away on Wednesday, August 10th, 2005 at the home of his daughter, Ryan, in Battle Creek, Michigan.
     Darrel was born at Horn Memorial Hospital in Ida Grove, the second of three cousins born in four days to sisters, Sadie Herrig, Ethel Buehler and Ruth Neville. He was baptized and confirmed in the Odebolt Faith Lutheran Church. He was presently a member of the Chester United Methodist Church of Chester, Nebraska.
     He graduated from Odebolt-Arthur Community Schools in 1958. After high school, Darrel attended Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, graduating with a major in accounting and a minor in teaching.
     He worked for Independent Metal in Omaha before he was transferred to California and then to Michigan, until he retired to 73 acres by Diller, Nebraska, where he built his present home.
     Darrel was always busy cooking, building or lending a helping hand.
     He was married to Julie Ewoldt of Holstein, Iowa. To this union two daughters were born. He then married Sally Corum Three children were born to the couple.
     Darrel is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Audrey Stehr in 1997, three granddaughters and his mother-in-law.
     Those remaining to cherish his memory include his wife, Sally; four daughters, one son, a step-son, two granddaughters, four step-grandchildren, his sister Donna Demay and husband Henry of Denison; his father-in-law and many other relatives and friends.
     A private service was held in Michigan. Darrel requested no formal service. It was his wish that everyone say an individual prayer and remember a good time they had with him.
     Memorial contributions may be sent to the Chester United Methodist Church of Chester, Nebraska 68327.

OBITUARY:  Mary Henrietta Hoefling Johnson, 95, of Odebolt, Iowa, passed away on Monday, August 8, 2005, at the Black Hawk Life Care Center in Lake View.
     Mary Buehler was born on April 16, 1910, in Richland Township, Sac County, Iowa, the daughter of Sebastian V. and Delia B. Chandler Buehler. She was baptized and later confirmed on May 14, 1922, at the Richland German Methodist Church in Odebolt. Mary went to country school through eighth grade, graduated from Odebolt High School in 1927, and attended nurses school in Sioux City.
     On January 1, 1931, Mary was united in marriage to Harold Hoefling at her parents home. They were blessed with three children: Lawrence, Marilyn and Donald. Harold passed away August 16, 1980. Mary found love again and married Raymond Johnson in 1981. He passed away April 5,1987.
     Mary worked for many years as a nurse’s aide at the Odebolt Nursing Home. She will be remembered as a loving and caring mother and grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading, cooking, and raising flowers, especially African Violets. Her cat “Tigger” and dog “Brownie” were very special to her.
     Survivors include her daughter, Marilyn Stork of Odebolt; son Donald Hoefling and his wife Roberta of Oto, IA; daughter-in-law Mary Hoefling of Murray, NE; step-daughter-in-law Julie Johnson of Davenport, IA; ten grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandson; and many extended family members.
     Mary was preceded in death by her parents; husbands: Harold Hoefling and Raymond Johnson; son Lawrence Hoefling; son-in-law Fred Stork; stepson Richard Johnson; granddaughters: Sally Kennedy and Dianna Schonts; great-grandson Dennis Stork; great-great grandchildren: Alex Schonts and Casey and Hannah Hoefling; and sisters: Ferne Johnson and Olive Bennum.
     Memorial services for Mary were held on Friday, August 12th, 2:00 p.m., at the United Methodist Church in Odebolt with Rev. Kathy Spracklin officiating. Burial was at the Odebolt Cemetery under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.

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DEATH:  Robert Thayer, 81, of Wall Lake, formerly of Odebolt, died Sunday, Aug. 21, 2005, at Horn Memorial Hospital in Ida Grove, Iowa.       Services were 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Wall Lake. Burial was in Odebolt Cemetery.  Obituary at Ida County Courier

From the IDA COUNTY COURIER, Aug 25
 - Five Area Mayor's Posts Open in Fall Election
 - O-A volleyball girls looking for strong MVC showing

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The Chronicle, Vol. 114, No. 32
 August 11, 2005

(No "Mayor Sez" this week)

Papers Filed for School Boards - Nomination papers for vacancies on the school board of the Odebolt-Arthur Community School District were filed by Traci Bengford and Deb Bengford, incumbent.  School board elections will be held Tuesday, September 13, 2005.

Area Students -Audra Schmidt of Arthur is one of 11 Northwestern College students to receive Iowa Challenge Scholarships for the 2005-06 school year through the Iowa College Foundation.  Schmidt, a sophomore athletic training major, received a $750 scholarship.  

Huldeen Trio to Lead Worship -The Huldeen Trio will be guest worship leaders at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Ida Grove on Sunday, August 14, at 9:30 a.m.  The trio consists of Lucy Huldeen of Odebolt, Barb Votrobeck of Arthur and Gwen Ecklund of Denison.
     The members of the Huldeen Trio lead the congregation through a normal worship service, with the exception of the sermon, with scripture passages followed by a musical number relative to that passage.  They also have several musical responses to the liturgy.  The trio is assisted by their husbands, who read scripture and do the children's sermon.

Horn Offers CPR Classes - Horn Memorial Hospital in Ida Grove will offer CPR classes for the area in late August.  Four different courses will be offered;  see The Chronicle for more details.  Pre-registration is required for all classes by August 15.  Call Jean Cipperley at Horn Memorial Hospital at 364-3311.

Master Gardener Program Starts Next Month -
Another session of the popular Master Gardener program will be held for eight Tuesday and four Thursday evenings beginning on Tuesday, September 6, 2005.  Participants will be utilizing the satellite facilities at the Sac County Extension office in Sac City on Tuesday evenings.
     The cost of the program is $108 per person.  Registrations are due August 15, 2005.  For more information on the Master Gardener Program, contact the Calhoun County Extension Office at 712-297-8611.

Iowa Billboards Promote Beef - In May, Iowa beef producers launched a billboard campaign funded by eight county cattlemen's associations, including Sac County.  The eleven billboards proved to be an effective campaign to increase the sales and demands for beef.  A photograph of one of the billboards appears in this issue of The Chronicle.
     The promotion utilized eleven billboards in the Des Moines metro area which were in place during the months of May, June and the first half of July.    
     Consumer demand for beef jumped sharply in 2004.  "The news on demand has been good, and it's certainly encouraging to see local beef producers promoting their product in one of Iowa's largest consumer areas," says Terri Carstensen, beef producer from Odebolt, and vice chairman of the Iowa Beef Industry Council.  www.iabeef.org
     Please join Iowa's cattle producers in summer grilling by enjoying the high quality, mouth-watering, grain-fed beef that Iowa is known for around the world.  [a note from the web editors:  the steaks at the American Legion and Legion Auxiliary steak dinner on August 8 at the Odebolt Community Center certainly fit the foregoing description; the Odebolt Firemen grilled rib-eyes and tenderloins, and they were definitely mouth-watering and very tender!]

Area Residents Have Poems Published - Several area residents are having their poems published in the Iowa Poetry Association's 60th anthology called Lyrical Iowa 2005, which will be published in October.
     Three hundred and seventy-four poems by Iowans were chosen from more than 3000 entries.  The following area residents' poems were chosen to be published:
   Trent J. Benbow from Kiron
   Dorothy Oakman from Lake View
   Roger Kies from Odebolt
   Dorothea Crane Nielsen from Odebolt
     For further information and/or to order copies of the book contact the editor at 2325 61st Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50322.  www.iowapoetry.com

Letter to the Editor
     I would like to give a word of gratitude to the gentleman who found my wallet outside Cubby's Cenex Station and turned it in to the good people at the counter.  I didn't discover its loss until I arrived home in Ayrshire, Iowa.
     Your honesty was a wonderful blessing to a very worried lady.
     Sincerely,
     Fran A., Ayrshire, Iowa

To the Editor
    Wow!  Sac County makes a mark in fighting cancer!
     We want to say thank you to all residents of Sac County for being so generous with their time, talents and treasures this year during our American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Sac County.  Because of you, we raised $30,245.63, lit 350 luminaries and involved hundreds of volunteers spending many hours planning and participating in our Relay event held on Saturday, June 25.
     - ACS Relay for Life Sac Co. Committee

O-A Graduate Becomes New Deputy - Fred Anderson, 34, of Ida Grove, became the new Ida County Deputy on Monday, August 1st.  Anderson is a 1989 graduate of Odebolt-Arthur High School.
     Anderson served in the Army Reserves for 13 years.  But for the past two years he has been a member of the Ida County Reserve Officer program, serving as captain the past year.
     Anderson is scheduled to attend the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy this winter.  A photograph of Anderson courtesy of the Ida County Courier, appears in this issue of The Chronicle .

Workshop Offered on Crop Production - Can you envision enjoying fresh, locally-grown tomatoes and cucumbers for six months rather than three? This is a reality, not a dream, as more producers around the country are using "high tunnels" to extend the growing season of horticultural crops. It has become a popular and profitable method to produce high-value crops. High tunnels are simple, tall, plastic-covered structures used for the production of fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, and many other crops. They resemble greenhouses but cost less to erect and operate.
     Bill Campbell, a third generation owner of a fruit and vegetable business near Harlan, Iowa, is growing tomatoes under a 96-foot long high tunnel for the first time this year. He is so impressed with the crop and production that he intends to construct another one this fall.
     Bill will be one of three speakers at a workshop on horticulture production in high tunnels to be held at the Iowa State University Armstrong Research and Demonstration Farm near Lewis, Iowa on Sept. 12, 2005. Workshop participants will be able to tour a new high tunnel and bio-heated greenhouse.
     For more information, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/PME
or call your local county ISU Extension office.  Also read the complete article in The Chronicle or online at www.extension.iastate.edu/news/2005/jul/030718.htm

The Odebolt-Arthur Pee Wee Association
would like to recognize and thank the following businesses for their 2005 team sponsorship:

Big Gain Feeds
Cropmate Fertilizer
DeKalb & Asgrow Seed Company
D & J Newman
Hemer's Plumbing, Heating, & AC
Kevin & Terri Carstensen
"Beef - it's what's for dinner!"
Larry Beckman Motors
MetaBank
NC+ Hybrid Seed
North Star Comm. Credit Union
Odebolt Lumber
Rex Chevrolet
Sac County Mutual Telephone Co.
Swanson Insurance & Real Estate
Ullrich Farms
United Bank of Iowa
Wilken Auction Company
DONATIONS:
Youngren Farms
Vetter Equipment
Leonard Carstensen

Cousins Win Triathlon - On Saturday, July 2, 2005, during Sac City's Chautauqua Days celebration, these three young people [pictured in The Chronicle] were the victorious team in the annual triathlon competition.
     Scott Sorensen gave the team a strong start, finishing 2nd place in the 500 meter swim at the Sac City Aquatic Center.  Scott then tagged off to Tyler Leinbaugh for the biking portion of the race, which went south of town and back for 10K or 6.2 miles.  Tyler took the lead quickly in his leg before tagging off to Katie Freemen for the final 5K or 3.1 mile run to complete the event.  Katie remained in the lead the whole time, bringing home a 1st place finish for the team.
     The three team members are all cousins.  Tyler is the son of Mike Leinbaugh and Connie Leinbaugh and grandson of Roger and Ruth Neville of Odebolt.  Scott and Katie are the grandchildren of Beverly (Neville) Kolbe of Sac City.

Iowa Corn Growers Roundtable Meetings - The Iowa Corn Growers Association has scheduled six farm roundtable meetings across the state for producers to discuss high priority policy issues like the upcoming farm bill and requiring renewable fuels usage in Iowa.
     To attend a roundtable, growers are asked to rsvp to the Iowa Corn office at 515-225-9242 or e-mail aotto@iowacorn.org by Aug. 28.  See the dates and locations of the six roundtables at the Iowa Corn Growers web site:
www.iowacorn.org/news/news_2a.html?NEWSID=80747

Arthur Discusses Expanding Library - Arthur Librarian Pat Bell discussed expanding the library into the community building during the Arthur City Council meeting Monday, August 1.
     According to Bell, the Arthur Community Club is in favor of the expansion.  The council agreed to investigate the request.
     There were more than 60 kids signed up for the summer reading program.  As of July 29, the kids had read 2,954 books and Bell said she anticipated they would exceed last year's total.  A story hour was planned for August 4 and a field trip for August 11.

Sheriff's Department to Hold Kids Clinic - The Sac County Sheriff's Department along with Larry Beckman Motors will be conducting a Commitment to Kids clinic.
     During the clinic your child will have their digital photo taken.  This, along with current vital information, will be saved to a computer disc for your safe keeping.
     This program is endorsed by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.  In an emergency the information on this disc can help law enforcement if your child is missing.
     The clinic will be held at the Odebolt-Arthur School, August 16th, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. during school registration.  There are no fees for participating and all children in the family are eligible regardless if they are of school age.

From the Superintendent's Desk - Along with the changes of having all the students in the Odebolt center this year, there have also been a few changes in personnel.  (See at www.odebolt-arthur.net )
     Parents:  when sending children to school please label all school supplies, backpacks and other items with the child's full name.
     Dial the Message Center at 668-2555 for schedule changes and announcements.

50th Wedding Anniversary - Gordon and Jeanette Haefner of Arthur will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary with an Open House from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, August 14, 2005 at the Arthur Community Center. Hosts of the event are their children. Let your presence be your gift. Cards may be sent to 2387 Quail Avenue, Arthur, Iowa 51431.

Reception - Tony Hoelscher invites you to an informal reception honoring his daughter and son-in-law, Heidi & Kevin Petty, on Saturday, August 13, 2005, 5 p.m. - ?, at Odebolt Community Center. Join us for food, drinks and dancing! No gifts, please!
     Heidi and Kevin were married on November 6, 2004 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. 

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ODEBOLT CHAMBER MINUTES FROM AUGUST -The August meeting of the Odebolt Chamber of Commerce was held on August 11th, 2005 at the Odebolt Community Center. Present were Melissa Pierce, Roxie Hemer, Kay Bloyer, Traci Bengford and Bethany Jones.
     The Annual Pancake Brunch was discussed. At this time, the Chamber Directors have decided, that due to expenses, we will no longer be having the Pancake Brunch. We apologize for any inconveniences.
     The September meeting was cancelled due to no agenda.
     August's Yard of the Month winners were Deb and Merle Miller. They live at 513 West 6th Street. Stop by and see their beautiful yard! They received an Odebolt Flag and the Yard of the Month sign in their yard. Congratulations to them and watch for next month¹s winners!!
     The flags around the downtown area will be taken down after Labor Day.
     The Chamber will be again judging the Odebolt-Arthur High School¹s annual Homecoming Hallway Decorating Contest. We will hold a pizza party for the winning hallway.
The next meeting is scheduled for October 13th.
     Remember, we meet the 2nd Thursday of the month!! Come join us!

ARE YOU AWARE that Sac County is one of only nine Iowa counties that don't have the 1-cent local option sales tax in place? 
     A YES vote on September 27th will benefit our town as well as the county.  It can ease the burden of raising property taxes and infuse money into the town's budget to carry on much-needed projects.
     In Odebolt 20%  of this tax would go to Property Tax Relief, and the remaining 80% to repairs, upkeep, and capital improvements. 
     The Mayor says, "When we go about anywhere else we are lining the pockets of other cities."  A Yes vote will help line Odebolt's pockets!

Lundell Spearheads New Entrance Signs
     Vance Lundell, President of Lundell Plastics Corporation located along highway 175 in Odebolt, met with the City recently to offer his sponsorship of a new entrance sign for Odebolt to be located across from his factory.  The sign will welcome travelers from the west.  Lundell received a whole-hearted endorsement from the City.
     Lundell and the city would also like to get the community involved to sponsor three more entrance signs for the north, east and south entrances.  The project will cost from $8,000 to $10,000.
     First impressions are lasting ones, and new signs would certainly spruce up Odebolt's image! 

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From the Ida County Courier (Aug. 18)
O-A School Board Approves 28E Agreement
BC-IG, O-A Students Return to Classes This Week

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DEATHS

Larry David Flogstad, age 40, of Ida Grove, Iowa, died suddenly on Sunday, August 14, 2005, at the Atlantic Medical Center in Atlantic, Iowa. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2005, at the Christensen-Huffman Funeral Home in Ida Grove, Iowa.
     Larry was the son of Ronald and Barbara (Johnson) Flogstad.  He graduated from Odebolt-Arthur High School in 1983.  See his obituary at Ida County Courier.

Mary Waterbury, 94, of DeBary, Fla., formerly of Odebolt and Schaller, Iowa, died Monday, Aug. 1, 2005, in Florida.  Memorial services were 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15, at United Methodist Church in Odebolt. View her obituary at Fratzke and Jensen Funeral Home web site.

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The Chronicle, Vol. 114, No. 31
 August 4, 2005

The Mayor Sez…
     Just when I thought I would have nothing to write about I am informed of a couple of B & E’s and a pornographer on the loose (an artist kind of pornographer that does his/her work on garage doors).  The latter perp reminds me of the “lone haranguer” on the “Wizard of Id”. Can you imagine a “lone haranguer” here in Odebolt? Both of the above items have our attention and we WILL apprehend the B & E perps.  It seems as though there is a correlation between the price of gas and the number of burglaries. Hmmmmm!  As for the apprehension of our “lone haranguer” I would suggest keeping an eye on your garage door.
     Please contact the police dept. if you would like assistance and if you have suggestions that would discourage a “B & E”.
     From the ‘Bolt
     R. J. Rex, Mayor

Good Weather, Fun and Competition at County Fair - The 2005 Sac County Fair was filled with fun and excitement, not to mention beautiful weather, throughout its four-day run July 28-31.
     Nicholas Andersen of the O-A Showmen 4-H showed the grand champion market steer in the Beef Show.

Letter to the Chronicle Staff:
     Thank you so much for all your help publicizing Creek Days 2005! We really appreciate being able to run Creek Days News leading up to the big weekend, and we appreciate all of the coverage the week of and the weeks after Creek Days.
     Thanks for working so closely with us and being so willing to accommodate our needs! We look forward to working with you again next year.
     With Gratitude,
     The Odebolt Development Corporation: Beth Wulf, Jason Wulf, Alex Murphy, Denny Sykes, Matt Raasch, Carl Hemer, Jann Murphy, Tandy Reis, Bill Tysor and Mark Reis.

Hemer’s Takes 1st in Mud Volleyball - Thirty-two teams competed in the Mud Volleyball Tournament held on Sunday, July 17, as part of the annual Summer Water Carnival activities in Lake View.
     The first-place team was Hemer’s Plumbing and Heating of Odebolt. Team members won $150 and T-shirts for their efforts.

United Funds Annual Meeting - The United Funds of Odebolt and Wheeler Township held their annual meeting on July 11th, 2005.
     Officers elected were: Chairperson Joan Godbersen; Co-Chairperson Nancy Hugeback; Secretary-Treasurer Deb Reinhart; Chairperson for Wheeler Township Mary Gustafson.
     The annual drive will begin with a kick-off coffee on August 8th at 9:00 a.m. at Caroll’s Kitchen in Odebolt. All the helpers will pick up their materials at this meeting.
     If you are interested in volunteering please contact Joan Godbersen.

New Items at Odebolt Public Library - See The Chronicle for a listing of new books, DVD and videos at the library.

Iowa Corn Growers Members Elect Directors - John Scott of Odebolt was newly elected to the ICGA board by members in USDA Crop Reporting District #4.

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KICK-OFF COFFEE on August 8, 2005
9:00 a.m. at Caroll’s Kitchen
Main Street in Odebolt

Our Goal is $3,500…Please Give Generously ~
Working Together we can achieve our Goal!
Thank You!! - United Funds of Odebolt, Inc.
Includes Wheeler Township

Obituary:  Russell Dean West passed away peacefully at his home after a battle with cancer at the age of 67. He was attended by his loving family and was under the care of Austin Hospice.
     He was born April 22, 1938 in Manilla, Iowa to Ellen Bernice (Albertson) and Ralph De Palma West. He was a graduate of Odebolt High School.
     Mr. West served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 until 1975 where he attained the rank of Chief Petty Officer. During his enlistment he was awarded many medals, including the National Defense Medal, Good Conduct Medal four times, Vietnam Service, Vietnam Campaign, Combat Action Ribbon and the Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon twice. He served aboard U.S. Navy minesweepers during the Vietnam War.
     He was employed with Applied Research Laboratory in Austin, TX from 1975 until 1986; AT&T, Charleston, South Carolina from 1987-1989; Crane Naval Weapons Station, Bloomfield, IN from 1989-1994; Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Keyport, WA from 1995-2002 as an Equipment Specialist, Ingleside Naval Base, Ingleside, TX.
     Russell had a strong work ethic and was extremely proud to have served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy. Russ traveled the world to countries such as Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, S. Korea, Japan and Denmark many times during the years of his employment after military retirement in 1975. He worked in the testing, installation and repair of sonar systems.
     He was a member of the Cedar Valley Baptist church in Elgin, Texas where he was baptized on December 7, 2003; lifetime member of VFW Post 6386 in Ingleside, Texas; member of American Legion and a member of Masonic Lodge Wheeler 398 in Odebolt, IA.
     He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Marlene Elinor (Lundell) West; two daughters, eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
     Memorial services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2005 in the Memorial Chapel of Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home in Pflugerville, Texas.
     Russell was very proud of his family; he loved their many gatherings, events, laughter and fun.
     In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Hospital, Hospice Austin, or the charity of your choice.

Area Students - Courtney Lansink of Arthur, IA graduated from Drake University after the 2005 spring semester with a Bachelor in Journalism, Public Relations from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication.
     Katie Lucht of Odebolt has been named to the Dean’s list at AIB College of Business for the 2005 Spring Term. She is a graduate of Odebolt-Arthur High School and is majoring in Business Administration & Financial Services at AIB.

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VA Health Care - In March of 2000, Trimark Physicians Group in cooperation with the Veterans Administration, opened the doors to the VA Outpatient Clinic in Fort Dodge. Trimark is currently working with the Central Iowa VA in Des Moines to enhance pharmacy and mental health services in the Fort Dodge Clinic. Veterans currently receive primary care, which includes care of chronic medical problems as well as acute or urgent concerns. In the year 2004, 355 Sac County veterans received health care benefits through the VA Health Care System. Some restrictions now exist with new enrollments. However, if you are a veteran and you have an honorable discharge, you are encouraged to enroll. For further information, please call the Sac County Veterans Affairs Office at 712-662-4552.

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