Selected news briefs edited from
THE CHRONICLE
Odebolt ~ Early ~ Wall Lake
Official Sac County Newspaper, Established 1877
Jerry & Becky Wiseman, Publishers  

The Chronicle, Volume 112, Number 44
October 30, 2003 

The Veteran's Memorial Monument is nearly finished!  Click for more information.
Photo by Chuck Hanson

The Mayor Sez ...
     Hey, when you get time go out to the cemetery and see the new Veterans Memorial Monument. It will be viewed with pride by many generations to come.
     Halloween trick or treat will be THURSDAY, Oct 30th (not the 31st due to a local football game) from 5 to 7 in the evening, so turn on your porch light and have fun viewing our kids in their costumes. When we were kids we may have been guilty of more tricks then the treats (these days I am sure it is just the opposite! Ahem!). Have a spook-full of fun!
From the Bolt!
 - R. J. Rex, Mayor of Odebolt
LATE NEWS FLASH---I have just received word from Lt. Keith Flink of the Sac Co. Sheriff s Dept. that he is withdrawing from the Odebolt City Council election scheduled for Nov. 4th; he will be pursuing the position of Sac County Sheriff in the upcoming election due to the resignation of Sheriff Roger Owens effective Nov. 30th.

Flink withdraws from City Council Election - Keith Flink has announced that he is withdrawing from the Odebolt City Council election on November 4, 2003, so that he can pursue the position of Sac County Sheriff.  He is a member of the Republican Party.
     Flink, age 53, has 32 years of law enforcement experience with the last 20 years as a deputy with the Sac County Sheriff's Office.  He is currently the Lieutenant for the department. 
     Flink appreciates the citizens of Odebolt for all of their support during his tenure as city council person and asks for their continued support in the future.
     NOTE:  Because of the timeliness of the matter, Flink's name cannot be removed from the ballots at this time, however, he would hope for you to support the other candidates.

DOT Drug Screen Collectors Finish Training - Pitts Family & Sports Chiropractic announces four staff completed training to be proficient and qualified to conduct DOT and non-DOT Drug Screen Collections.  Applicants and employees in private businesses and transportation industries must undergo pre-employment drug testing and other drug and alcohol testing to comply with strict federal transportation industry regulations or as part of an employer's drug-free workplace policy. 
     Pitts Chiropractic staff completing the training on October 4 were Cathy Warner, Rita Gonnerman, Janene Rake and Heather Langswager.

Con-Man Harold Hill Spotted in Ohio
     Professor Harold Hill, renowned con-man and purveyor (peddler) of band instruments, was rumored to have been in the train station in Toledo, Ohio. Charlie Cowell, ethical saleman, claims to have heard of the presence of Mr. Hill in the Toledo depot and has this to say about him. "He's giving every salesman a black eye! After he's worked a town over, the next salesman to arrive gets automatically tarred and feathered and rode out to the city limits on a rail."
     Citizens of Odebolt and Arthur and surrounding communities need to be on the outlook for this questionable character.
     Locals already watching for Mr. Hill are: Barbara Votrobeck and Judy Jepsen, co-directors of The Music Man; Linda Johnson, director of the townspeople and others in the chorus; Rick Votrobeck, set designer; and Cinda Bettin, costumer.
     Don't miss out. Buy your tickets now from cast members to see the O-A production of Meredith Willson's The Music Man on November 14 & 15 in the Bart Ogden Gym!

Costumes needed for School Play - The OA cast and crew of "The Music Man" need the community's help.   Please search your closets' deepest darkest corners and find:  long gathered skirts, bloomers, knickers, cummerbunds, plaid suits, windowpane check pants or suits, shawls, short bolero jackets, "Gunny Sax" dresses, women's hats, men's bowler hats, blouses with mutton sleeves, etc.
     Music Man is set in turn of the century time period.  If you have seen the play, you know what type costume we are looking for. Clothing will be kept track of and returned.
     If you think you might have clothes or accessories please call 668-4864.

OAMS Winter Concert, Nov 6, 7:30 p.m.
     The musicians of the Odebolt-Arthur Middle School have been preparing for their fall concert. The bands and choruses will present an evening of music in the middle school gym in Arthur at 7:30 p.m.
     Performing will be the Sixth Grade Band, Sixth Grade Chorus, O-AMS Band and O-AMS Chorus.
     Join us for an evening of entertainment November 6 at 7:30 p.m.!

Induction and Tapping held for NHS - Announcement ceremonies were held at a morning assembly in front of the student body Tuesday, October 21st for National Honor Society.  That evening the Induction ceremonies were held for the new members.  Family, friends, and Odebolt Rotarians were present to congratulate these young people on their accomplishments.  The early morning tapping took place on October 15th after which the entire group spent the day in Odebolt raking and cleaning yards and ditches as community service. 
     New inductees are:  Rachel Hansen, Jamie Scott, Alayna Wilken, and Clint Siebrecht.  Other NHS members are :Kara Kelley, Catlin Thompson, Janice Larson, Kayla Down, Ashley Schultz, Katie Schroeder, Brenda Stickrod, Audra Schmidt, Keith Schroeder, Josh Rydberg, Kyle Siebrecht, and Thomas Heidenreich.

Deaths:
Leone B. Johnson, age 88, of Des Moines, Iowa, formerly of Odebolt, died October 23, 2003 at the Health Care unit of Heather Manor is Des Moines.  Funeral services held Oct. 27, 2003 at Christensen-Huffman Funeral Home in Odebolt.  Burial in Hayes Township Cemetery, rural Arthur, Iowa.  Born June 1, 1915 in Kiron, Iowa, the daughter of Seth W. and Gertrude M. Johnson.  Graduated from Odebolt High School. Studied at Mound's Midway School of Nursing in St. Paul, MN & Loyola University in Chicago; earned master's degree in Public Health Care at Columbia University in New York.  Employed by Iowa State Health Dept. from 1953 to 1980 as consultant in maternal and child health care.  Iowa Nurse of the Year in 1973; State Employee of the Year in 1980.  Active in Union Park Baptist Church in Des Moines.  Preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Conwell.  Survivors include two brothers, Duane of Odebolt, and Forrest of Fort Doge; a sister LaVerne of Arlington Heights, IL; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Caroline (Raasch) Peterson, age 86, passed away following a lengthy illness on October 21, 2003 at Buena Vista Regional Medical Center in Storm Lake, Iowa.  Born October 7, 1917 in Richland Twp., Sac County, Iowa to Henry Edward and Josephine Eulalia (Halboth) Raasch.  Attended Richland #6 school, Salem Reformed Church as a child.  Married Howard L. Peterson of Alta on February 14, 1940 in Storm Lake.  Blessed with two sons, Robert Lloyd and Roger Ray.  Farmed near Alta and Aurelia.  Moved to Alta in 1975.  Preceded in death by her parents, son Roger in 1959; and two brothers, Wayne Raasch and Elwin Raasch.  Survived by her husband Howard; her son, Robert of Aurelia; three grand-daughters.  Funeral services held at United Methodist Church, Alta, Iowa on Friday, October 24.  Burial at Scandinavian Cemetery, Alta, Iowa.

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• Nov 3 - Article on Roger Lansink, Odebolt, from Des Moines Register on-line
  
  

• Odebolt History Pages - We now have a wonderful view of the early days of Sac County with excerpts from the early Sac City newspaper.  Included are hardships endured, such as grasshoppers and diphtheria, descriptions of the farms, early settlers & settlements in the county, the progress & excitement of the coming of the railroad, news from townships and even some recipes!  Please take some time and view the excerpts from the Sac Sun, transcribed for us from microfilm by Bonnie Ekse

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The Mayor Sez... 
     You aren’t going to believe this, but guess what?? It’s the “spooktacular” Oct. 25th Hunters’ Lunch again at the Odebolt Methodist Church. A great lunch and lots of baked goodies for sale by the Odebolt Youth Fellowship, so, don’t miss it; 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Mark your calendar.
     Thanks to the Odebolt Chamber for the great pancake brunch at the Community Hall last Sunday. If you missed it, it was great!
     Remember not to rake leaves into the streets as it does clog up our drainage system. Thank you. If at all possible try to get your leaves hauled to the city dump and we’ll take care of them from there.
     Speaking of raking leaves, kudos again this year to Carol Raasch and her Nat’l. Honor Society kids. Last Wed., after the breakfast induction ceremony for the new members, they volunteered to rake leaves for those that can’t do it for one reason, or another, and also did a pick-up and clean-up at the Memorial Walk Park. Carol coordinated with Joan at city hall and at 8 a.m. away they went to do their community service. Hats off to you kids!!!
     Last, but not least, don’t forget to turn the clock back Sat. night before you retire for the evening. (We will get that extra hour back that we lost last Spring and if you are like me you need every extra hour you can get!)
From the Bolt!
R. J. Rex, Mayor of Odebolt

City Elections on November 4th - Voters in Sac County will be taking part in city elections for councils and/or mayors on Tuesday November 4, 2003.  The following have filed papers in Odebolt:  Todd Bengford, incumbents Keith Flink, Butch Hemphill and Jim Scott.  Three council seats are open:  an unexpired 2 year term presently filled by Scott and two four-year terms.

Search Warrant uncovers Meth Lab in Odebolt
     In the early morning hours of Tuesday Oct. 14th while on routine patrol Chief Bruce Henderson , of the Odebolt Police Department, noticed a strong acid smell while driving down South Locust St. After further investigation it was determined that the acid smell was coming from the Jerry and Karmon Loggins residence, 308 S. Locust St.
     Chief Henderson did obtain a search warrant for the residence and surrounding property at 308 S. Locust St.  The warrant was served by the Odebolt Police Dept., the Sac Co. Sheriff Dept. and the Iowa DNE Clandestine Laboratory Emergency Response Team.
     After a search of the residence by the Response Team the items found were all the components and ingredients used in a meth lab. These items were seized along with some white powder and a small amount of cash.
     Jerry and Karmon Loggins were arrested and transported to the Sac Co. Jail where they remain in custody charged with several felony drug charges.
     Chief Bruce Henderson wishes to commend the help and response of the Sac Co. Sheriff Dept., the Iowa DNE Response Team, the Iowa State Patrol and the Sac Co. Ambulance crew.
     This further emphasizes the city's commitment to crack down on illegal drug activity. Mayor Ron Rex is quoted as saying " If you want to mess with drugs then stay away from Odebolt."

The Chamber of Commerce Annual Pancake Brunch held on October 19 at the Odebolt Community Center was a huge success! Over 425 people were served.  Many compliments were overheard on the progress of the community center.  Thanks to all the Chamber members who worked and all the people who attended. - The Chamber.
Click the photo for enlargement.  Photo courtesy of The Chronicle.

Cookout raises Funds for Odebolt Community Center - Prudential employees, their families and friends, along with the Odebolt Community Center Committee provided porkburgers on a free-will donation at the football game on Friday, October 17, 2003.  Over 300 burgers were served with the pork donated by Iowa Select Farms and Keith & Gary Siebrecht.  Donations were excellent with over $500 donated and another $1000 in matching funds provided by Prudential.  All monies received will go to the Odebolt Community Center.  Each year Prudential donates millions of dollars and thousands of employee-volunteer hours in support of a wide variety of non-profit programs, benefiting local communities across the United States and abroad.

Schools receive REAP Funds - Sen. Chuck Grassley today announced the U.S. Department of Education has released $4,415,793 to 161 school districts through the Rural Education Achievement Program (REAP).  The program provides extra funding and flexibility in the use of certain federal funds to small and high poverty rural school districts. Odebolt Arthur Community School District received $35,913 from REAP.

Legislative Breakfast expanded to Invitees - The Legislative Breakfast scheduled for November 1 sponsored by the Sac County Republicans may also provide a chance to visit with the next Sac County Sheriff.
     With the resignation of Sac Co. Sheriff Roger Owen, effective November 30, 2003, a special public election will need to be set to elect a new sheriff.  At least three individuals have expressed interest in being a Republican candidate for the position, and are being invited to the breakfast to give them an opportunity to talk to voters.
     Senator Steve Kettering of Lake View, Representative Mary Lou Freeman of Alta, and Representative Rod Roberts will be the main feature of the breakfast and  will comment and take questions on the upcoming legislative session and Iowa's Priorities.  
     The breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. in the Commons at the Schaller-Crestland School in Early.  Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door.  

O-A MUSICAL

     In case you haven't heard, The Music Man is coming to the Bart Ogden Gym! There will be two performances November 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m.
     Nick Frank (senior) will play the lovable wheeler-dealer, Professor Harold Hill, who talks River City, Iowa citizens into buying musical instruments and uniforms to start a boys band.
     Janice Larson (senior) is Marian the Librarian, who is suspicious of this con artist.
     Katie Bell (sophomore) is her Irish mother and Kevin Down (sophomore) is the professor's not-too-bright assistant.
     Other main characters are:
Mayor Shinn - Nick Rohlf (sophomore)
Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn - Abby Buehler (sophomore)
Winthrop Paroo - Colton Hemer and Jon Stangl (5th Graders)
Amaryllis - Dani Cranston (5th Grade)
Ethel Toffelmeier - Liz Milligan (sophomore)
Gracie Shinn - Jenilynn Blair (sophomore)
Alma - Kate Olson (sophomore)
Maud - Jenn Bergman (sophomore)
Barbershop Quartet - David Currie (freshman), Cory Duff (sophomore), Jakob Miethe
(junior), and Peter Larson (sophomore).
Other parts are covered by the members of the high school chorus.
     The Music Man is directed by Judy Jepsen and Barbara Votrobeck and the chorus by Linda Johnson. Sets are designed by Rick Votrobeck and built by Eric Miller's students. Cinda Bettin is in charge of costumes.
     Supporting the singers at the piano with her nimble fingers is none other than Roby Larson!
     The O-A Music Boosters will have slices of pie and beverages for sale at intermission and after the performances.
     Get your tickets in advance from any cast members, or by calling Roby Larson at 668 - 2767 or the directors at 668 - 4353. Don't miss out!!
 - Barb Votrobek

High Risk Flu Clinic - Thursday, November 6, 10 to 11 a.m., Odebolt Trinity Lutheran Church.  The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention have issued these recommendations for people wanting to get a flu vaccine this year.  If you do not meet at least one of the following factors, we ask that you wait to receive your flu shot when more vaccines becomes available. 

* 65 years or older
* At least 3 months pregnant during the flu season (November-April)
* health problems such as heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, asthma or other lung disease.
* long-term illness that keeps you from fighting infections such as cancer or HIV/AIDS
*resident of a nursing home or other chronic care facility
* caretaker of any person like those listed above

 Flu shots are covered by Medicare Part B.  Please bring your Medicare card with you to the clinic.  Flu shots for non-Medicare individuals are $15.  For more information call Sac County Health Service office at 712-662-4785 or 800-967-3984.

Trick or Treat for Sac Co. Food Pantry - The Odebolt Youth Fellowship will be going door-to-door collecting non-perishable food items on Oct 29th from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for the Sac County Food Pantry.  You may also drop off items at your church.

The ONRC Auxiliary  met October 16th.  Phrona thanked all who helped make the fall bazaar a success.  Each booth chairman discussed the pros and cons of her department.  A "Thank you" was given to Phrona and Marian for their handling the Chance Booth for seventeen years.
     New officers for the coming year are:
Co-Chairman Phyllis Kies and Janice Richardson
Vic-President Arlene Fineran
Secretary Sally Porter
Treasurer Mary Jeanne Thompson
Historian Lorraine Hanson

The Auxiliary will be paying for the candy needed at the Trick or Treat event which will be between 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. on Oct 31st.  The sidewalk project is completed.  Landscaping will have to wait until spring.  The Internet has been purchased.

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     October 16, 2003 marks the second anniversary of www.odebolt.net. The web site has developed into an in-depth "on-line" brochure for the town of Odebolt.
     The front page of the site contains a brief introduction, Odebolt's temperature & weather, a "Google" search engine, and links of interest, including a link to a guestbook and the Odebolt History Pages web site.
     From the front page you can access main sections of odebolt.net, including Community, Business, Projects, Attractions, Calendar, News, Links and a site index. The main sections branch off to other pages. For example, "Community" contains information on city offices, community organizations, schools, churches, health services, recreation & leisure, and senior services. Links lead to City Council minutes, and pages on our First Responders, Library, Museum, Community Center, an Odebolt Photo Album, and location maps.
     The "Projects" section contains links to the Veterans Memorial Monument, with a listing of all local people who served in the military from 1900 to 2000. This page in particular did a great deal to inform and reach "out-of-towners" about the project. "Projects" also links to the Community Center page, which contains a history, progress updates, rental rates, and link to a donation pledge card. The Memorial Walk Park page has RV Park registration information, and a link to a Memorial Walk Plaques order form.
     Perhaps the most popular sections of odebolt.net are the "Calendar", and the "News", which are updated frequently. Organizations and individuals can email news and upcoming events to for posting.  News is edited from The Chronicle on a weekly basis. The News page contains subscription rates for The Chronicle and often runs Chronicle and other Odebolt business ads.
     The web site has received over 16,000 "hits", or visits, since its inception, an average of 25 to 40 hits per day. After the monthly "Odebolt.net Newsletter" is emailed, hits increase to an average of 70 to 80 per day. Statistics available to the web master show that about half of the hits come from Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in the Sac, Ida and Crawford County area. However, visitors also come from throughout the United States and the world. In September there were visits from the Netherlands, Canada, Poland, Switzerland, Sweden, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, Belgium, Israel, Japan, Denmark, Brazil, Finland, Fiji, New Zealand, Iceland, Peru, Romania, France, Italy, Estonia, the Czech Republic and Norway, as well as from all over the good ol' U.S.A.
     Since the beginning of the war in Iraq, there has been an increase in hits coming in from members of the U.S. military services, as indicated by .mil endings of ISP addresses. College students are checking on "home" too, as evidenced by the .edu endings of ISP addresses. We often receive email from former residents and alumni; they enjoy catching up on happenings in their hometown. Many, including former O-A exchange students, have left messages in the 38-page guestbook.
     Our town is unique - it is the only "Odebolt" on the World Wide Web. If you type "Odebolt" into a search engine, it will lead directly to the web site. Our home on the Internet provides us an opportunity to show the world our pride in Odebolt.
     So - if you haven't yet explored www.odebolt.net, try it!  And while you're at it, visit "The Odebolt History Pages", sponsored by the Odebolt Historical Museum Association. The site, by the "Girvan sisters", Bonnie and Barb, contains 265 web pages of history so far. If you know people who don't have Internet access, tell them to view either web site by using public library computers.
     Thanks to Odebolt City Council and City officials for help in development of the web site, to digital photographers Chuck Hanson and Daryl Cleveland, and to the many organizations and individuals who have contributed. Special thanks to the Odebolt businesses that sponsor odebolt.net by listing on the Business Directory page, and "page sponsors" whose business ads appear at the bottom of many pages. Without all of you, Odebolt would not have its "home on the net".
 - Barb Horak - Webmaster

The Mayor Sez...
 Let me begin this week's "Mayor Sez..." by commending the voters of our school district (and the rest of the voters of Sac County) by your overwhelming vote in support of the local option sales tax for our schools.  For the 14 of you that voted against it, well, let me just say that a lot of us are glad there were just 14 of you.  (It was your privilege to vote against it.)
     I want to add a little more on the Riverboat Gambling issue.  I was talking with the Mayor of Spencer about their upcoming referendum on the gambling issue and I said, "But, Cleber (Cleber Meyer, mayor of Spencer), you don't even have a lake!"  Cleber's reply was, "Well, we will just have to dig one!" A footnote to that is that Cleber says the vote is a "shoo-in."
From the 'bolt
R. J. Rex, Mayor

Scholarship Winner - Seth Schroeder, an agricultural business major at Iowa State University , has won a $1000 scholarship from GROWMARK, Inc.  He is the son of Rick and Kris Schroeder, Odebolt.  These scholarships are awarded to students majoring in agriculture or accounting at 12 universities and several colleges.  Each educational institute is responsible for the selection process and awarding scholarships.  
     The winners were honored at the GROWMARK Annual meeting held Sept. 3-4 in Chicago.  The meeting was attended by more that 1,500 people representing the GROWMARK system of cooperatives, Farm Bureau, agribusiness leaders, and guests.

First Federal Savings Bank of the Midwest held its sixth annual charity cookout to thank customers and raise money for local charities.  The event was held Thursday, September 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lake View.  Attendance was estimated at 125.  Grilled pork burgers were served with chips, ice cream, and beverages for $2.00 or more per plate donation.  The money raised was donated to the Odebolt Community Center and to the Lake View Community Club.  
     Renae Babcock, Branch manager, commented, "We extend our appreciation to the businesses that contributed items for the pork feed:  Odebolt Locker, TJ's Donut Shoppe and Mollie's Floral.  First Federal is proud to continue this fund-raising event and support our local communities."  Visit First Federal's web site at www.efirstfed.com.

Sac County Conservation Board
     Annual pumpkin carving contest, October 17th, 7 p.m. at Hagge Park shop.  Bring your carving utensils and a pumpkin.  Prizes will be awarded in three different age categories.  All pumpkins carved will be used to help light the trail along the hiking route.
     19th Annual Halloween Night Hike will be Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19.  Hikes will be given every 10 minutes from 6 to 9:30 p.m. both evenings.  The hike takes approximately 1 hour and is a mile in length.  Refreshments will be available in the shelter house following the hike.  Reservations are required and can be made by calling (712) 662-4530, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  There is a small fee for the hike.  Volunteers are needed.    

The Odebolt Community Center Committee will be grilling porkburgers at the OA football game, Friday, October 17th, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.,  in conjunction with Prudential's Global Volunteer Day 2003! All donations to this fundraiser go to the Odebolt Community Center

County Legion Flag Retirement - The Association of American Legion Posts of Sac County will meet with the Early Post at the Municipal Building, Early, on Sunday October 19th at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of retiring unserviceable flags. This is a solemn and reverent ceremony which is open to the public, and they are encouraged to attend.
     A meeting of the posts and a light lunch served by the auxiliary will follow the ceremony. People may want to leave their worn, faded, or unserviceable flags with any American Legion member, at the V.F.W. Hall in Sac City or at the Early City Hall.

Ida County Public Health Sets Flu Clinics
Thursday, October 16, 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Ida Grove Community Hall. 
Monday, October 20, 10 a.m. to noon at the Arthur Community Center.
     Flu shots through Ida County Public Health are covered by Medicare Part B. Please bring your Medicare card with you to the clinic. Flue shots for non-Medicare individuals are at a minimal cost. If you are homebound and would like to receive the flu shot, please call the office at 364-3498.
     If you get the flu, rest, drink plenty of liquids, avoid using alcohol and tobacco and take medication to relieve the symptoms of flu. Influenza is caused by a virus, so antibiotics don't work to cure it.

College Rep to visit O-A - Heather Urbatsch, from Waldorf College, will be at Odebolt-Arthur High School on October 15, 2003 at 1:00 p.m.
     Waldorf College is a bachelor's college located in Forest city, Iowa, affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
     Waldorf is one of the least expensive private colleges in Iowa and has an excellent reputation in academics, music, theatre, and athletics.
     All Waldorf students are given a laptop computer to use while they are enrolled.

Oct 9 - Sac Voters Pass Local Options Sales Tax  from Ida County Courier

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The Mayor Sez...
     Riverboat gambling in Sac County??? State Senator Steve Kettering has been quoted in several news items as to exploring the possibility of riverboat gambling in Sac County.  The proposed site of the casino would be on Hallett's pit.  The Sac County Supervisors have had some discussion on the subject, a committee from Wall Lake is being formed, and Shirley Phillips, our SETD Executive Director, is talking to Wes Ebreche, President of the Iowa Gaming Association.
    Please realize that all of the above is just talk, no more, no less.  The issue, if it would get that far, would ultimately have to be voted on by the voters of Sac County.  Needless to say, lines are already being drawn by those that are for and by those that are against.
From the 'bolt,
 - R. J. Rex, Mayor

Odebolt Community Center Donations  - The following people or businesses have made recent donations/memorials to the Odebolt Community Center.
     Margaret McGonigle, Ron & Gordie Boerner, Frieda Veit Stehr, Odebolt Women's Club, Willard Johnson, John Scott, Greg Nevillle Construction, Sac County Supervisors, City of Odebolt, Mr. & Mrs. Donald Bettin, Sac County Mutual Telephone Co., Randy, Renae, Laurie, Tracy & Kim Babcock, Clarence & Dawn Etler, Clayton & Kathy Larson and Steve & Renee Bengford.
     Memorials:
For Phyllis Luft Huisenga from Florence Frey Bye and Lois Story.
For Albert Prestin from Florence Frey Bye.
For Ruth & Gerald Bengford from their family.
For Freda Stehr from United Bank of Iowa.
For Lewis & Mabyl West Haefner from Bonnie Linman.
For Roger W. Linman from Bonnie Linman.
For Tara Beth Schroeder form Bonnie Linman.
For Delores Turin from Florence Frey Bye.
For Norman Olberding from Florence Frey Bye.
For Joan Einspahr from Ray & Betty Raasch, Howard & Marcia Hustedt, and Florence Frey Bye.
For Earl Johnson from Ray & Betty Raasch and United Bank of Iowa.
For Russell Wilken from Florence Frey Bye and Howard & Marcia Hustedt.
For Randy Thies from Leonard & Ferne Carstensen.
For Axel Carlson from Richard & Bonnie Ekse
For Robert Miller from Florence Frey Bye and Howard & Marcia Hustedt.

Sac County Conservation Board 19th Annual Halloween Night Hike will be Saturday, October 18 and Sunday, October 19.  Hikes will be given every 10 minutes from 6 to 9:30 p.m. both evenings.  The hike takes approximately 1 hour and is a mile in length.  Refreshments will be available in the shelter house following the hike.  Reservations are required and can be made by calling (712) 662-4530, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  There is a small fee for the hike.  Volunteers are needed.
     October 17th, 7 p.m. at Hagge Park shop will be the annual pumpkin carving contest.  Bring your carving utensils and a pumpkin.  Prizes will be awarded in three different age categories.  All pumpkins carved will be used to help light the trail along the hiking route.

In the Military  - John J. Heidenreich, son of Joseph & Jane Heidenreich of Odebolt, has graduated from Army ROTC National Advanced Leadership Camp at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, WA.  He is a 2000 graduate of Odebolt-Arthur High School and is currently a student at Creighton University , Omaha, NE.

Excerpt taken from "From the Superintendent's Desk", by Supt. Dennis L. Johnson
    The third Friday in September has now passed and marked the official day on which school enrollments were to be calculated.  Odebolt-Arthur's official enrollment for the 2003-2004 school year stands at 407.4 students, which is a decline of 24.7 students from the same date one year ago...
     Unofficially, the number of students actually sitting in desks at OA that day was 391, which is broken down into elementary - 149, middle school - 105, and high school - 137.  These numbers are a clear example of a major issue facing the district at this time...
     It is important to be aware that it is this official enrollment [that] for the most part dictates how much money school districts will have to operate.  .... Starting next year, the budget guarantee is going into a phase-out process and a declining enrollment will mean less money or revenue for the school district.  ... we will have $17,640 fewer dollars with which to operate in 04-05 than we have available to use this year.  Projecting what is known about enrollments for the next three years, we can estimate that there will be $26,732 less in 05-06 than in 04-05, $25,635 less in 06-07 than in 05-06, and $36,472 less in 07-08 than in 06-07.  (Read the full article in The Chronicle).

Bulldogs spoil Trojan Homecoming Festivities - A 46 yard fourth quarter burst by a Manning Bulldog running back to paydirt put the kybosh on OA's Homecoming festivities Friday night, as the Trojans dropped a 7-) decision.  The loss dropped OA's record to 2-2 after a 2-0 start. 

The 2003 O-A Homecoming King and Queen were announced at the Pep Rally on Friday, September 26th.  This year's Homecoming King and Queen were Thomas Heidenreich, son of Joe and Jane Heidenreich, and Catlin Thompson, daughter of Bob and Barb Daiker, all of Odebolt.

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