Doris Jean Robbins

By Theresa Rose · Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 at 6:15 am CDT

Doris Jean Robbins, 73, of Keosauqua, Iowa, passed away at 6:05 p.m. Monday, December 5, 2022, at the Van Buren County Hospital in Keosauqua, Iowa.

She was born on October 29, 1949, in Burlington, Iowa, the daughter of Ray and Viola (Brockway) Basquin. On January 5, 1978, she married Kenneth Robbins in Keosauqua, Iowa. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include her three sisters: Diana Boyd of Valley Falls, Kansas, Pat Bean of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Suzanne Downer of Sperry, Iowa and one brother: Kenneth Basquin of Allerton, Iowa. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband: Kenneth.

Doris was a graduate of Mediapolis High School. She worked at the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant, Hawkeye Steel and Siliconics in California. She enjoyed playing Bingo and mushroom hunting. Doris was always known for helping others.

Her body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date at the Harness Cemetery near Mt. Sterling, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family asks that people do a kind deed for someone in her memory.

Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.

 

SFM Fairfield Honored with Iowa Venture Award

By Theresa Rose · Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 at 6:13 am CDT

The Iowa Area Development Group (IADG) and its Rural Electric Cooperative partners honored seven distinguished Iowa companies with the Iowa Venture Award at a luncheon held in conjunction with the Iowa Association of Electric Cooperatives’ annual meeting. Debi Durham, director of the Iowa Economic Development Authority and Iowa Finance Authority,  joined IADG as the presenter of the awards.

SFM Fairfield 

Nominated by Access Energy Cooperative

Sun & Fun Motorsports (SFM) Fairfield opened their new showroom and parts center in the Fairfield Business & Industrial Park in August. SFM Fairfield offers ATVs, side-by-sides and motorcycles from a growing stable of brands, including Can-Am, CFMOTO, SSR and Benelli. They also offer parts and services for these brands and more.

SFM was formed in 2013 by Scott Goedken and is headquartered in Iowa City. After adding two additional dealerships in Iowa City, SFM searched for a location to better serve southeast Iowa and the surrounding border states. Fairfield was selected because of the available speculative building, location and local support.

Access Energy Cooperative and Northeast Power supported the development of the industrial park, the construction of the speculative building and the location of SFM to the park.

“The Iowa Venture Award provides an opportunity to recognize and thank companies that are innovating, creating jobs, and investing in Iowa,” said IADG President/CEO Bruce Nuzum. “IADG and its partners are proud to recognize SFM Fairfield for the contributions they are making in the community, state and beyond.”

About the Iowa Venture Award

This marks the 34th year that IADG has presented Iowa Venture Awards to individuals and organizations, both large and small, in recognition of their significant contributions to Iowa’s economy through entrepreneurial leadership, innovation, and the creation of job opportunities. Together they are helping to sustain and grow Iowa’s economy. The Iowa Venture Award Hall of Fame showcasing these 287 companies can be found at www.IADG.com/HallOfFame.

Sports, December 7th

By Slaten Swords · Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 at 6:13 am CDT

High School Basketball

WACO traveled to Winfield-Mt. Union for a packed conference matchup that was everything the fans wanted in a rivalry game. The girls teams hit the ground running as WACO forced the Wolves to turn the ball over and with Ellah Kissell playing well in the first half the Warriors had the lead going into halftime 27-26. However, it was the Wolves the rest of the way defensively, allowing only 12 points in the second half as Coach McCreight turned the pressure up on WACO. Melina Oepping iced the game making her free throws as she powered in a three-point play with the final being 46-39. Kissell led the Warriors with 15 points on the night.

The boys teams followed up that dramatic finish with their own physical, foul-laden game where if the Warriors made their lay-ups they win by ten and if the Wolves made their free throws they walk away with an easy win; nevertheless, the fans were treated to a close game. The Wolves had the first advantage as they were up three heading into halftime, 22-19, despite the Warriors capitalizing on three different three point plays. However, it was defense again that came into play as this time the Warrior defense held the Wolves to just 16 points in the second half, including four in the third quarter, while the Warriors ended the third quarter on a 9-0 run. Coach Kissell credited his assistants and his players for their defensive recognition. Colton Leichty would make his free throw to push the lead to four late in the game as the final was 42-38. Winfield-Mt. Union will travel to Wapello Friday, December 9th, with the girls starting at 6 pm. WACO will host Columbus Friday with the girls scheduled to start at 6 pm.

The Mt. Pleasant girls basketball team captured their first victory of the season against Oskaloosa last night 41-32. Andrea Lopreato led the Panthers with a stat stuffer double-double as she had 24 points and 17 rebounds. Mt. Pleasant will be at home again Friday for a conference matchup against Keokuk at 7:30 pm.

The Central Lee girls basketball team fell in a close, high-scoring game to Burlington Notre Dame 76-73. The Nikes were led by Abby Korschgen, who tallied a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. The boys basketball team fell 59-40 as the Nikes got off to a 21-9 run to start the game. Central Lee will be back on the road to face off with Van Buren County this Friday with the girls going at 6 pm.

The New London boys basketball team defeated Danville last night 69-58 thanks to big second and third quarters as the Tigers outscored the Bears 45 to 24 during that span. The New London girls team fell 57-19 to Danville last night. The Tigers next game will be at home against Holy Trinity Catholic while the Bears will travel to play Burlington Notre Dame on Friday at 7:30 pm. The New London girls team hosts Lone Tree tomorrow at 6 pm.

Mediapolis went 2-0 on the night as the girls team defeated the Crusaders 54-35 with Payton Bush scoring 21 points for the Bulldogs. The boys game was a very similar story with Mediapolis winning 74-52.

The Mt. Pleasant boys basketball team will have to wait until December 9th to play again as they will travel to Keokuk for tip-off at 7:30 pm. KILJ will be on the call with pregame at 7:15 pm.

High School Wrestling

The Mt. Pleasant girls and boys wrestling teams will be traveling to Keokuk to wrestle tomorrow, December 8th.

.Elementary Basketball Tournament

The Mount Pleasant Christmas Holidays 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament for 3rd – 8th grade boys and girls will be held on Dec 17th, 2022. For more registration details contact Coach Ronnie Ashton at 319-931-2896.

Iowa Wesleyan Athletics

The men’s basketball team is 11-1 on the season and on a 10-game winning streak. However, Coach Ashton knows it will be tough to keep their win streak intact against Western Illinois tonight at 6 pm.

The women’s basketball team’s next game is December 13th on the road against Grace College at 2 pm.

The women’s wrestling team match for today has been canceled and has not been rescheduled yet. Their next match will be December 16th at the Avila University Dual Tournament. The men’s wrestling team’s next match will be January 10th at Central Methodist University.

Iowa Wesleyan’s next Indoor Track and Field competition will be Friday, December 9th, at the Grinnell Opener at 9 am.

This Day in Sports History

1939 – Lou Gehrig, 36, is elected to Baseball’s Hall of Fame.

1996 – First Big 12 Championship Game: Texas beats #3 Nebraska, 37-27.

2020 – The competitive form of breakdancing, confirmed as an Olympic sport for the Paris 2024 games.

Gov. Reynolds orders flags at half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 

By Theresa Rose · Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 at 6:11 am CDT

DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds orders all flags in Iowa to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022 in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

“Still more than 80 years after the horrific attack that took place in Pearl Harbor killing thousands of Americans, it’s a somber reminder of the selfless sacrifices of our men and women in uniform,” said Gov. Reynolds. “May we always honor and remember the lives lost and those injured on that harrowing day, and forever share our gratitude for their service and our freedoms.”

Flags will be lowered for the same length of time in accordance with the proclamation from President Joe Biden.

Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state.

Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.

 

 

 

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Wayland City Council Meeting Agenda

By Theresa Rose · Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 at 6:09 am CDT

The Wayland City Council Meets at 7:30 pm at the Wayland City Hall

Oath of Office – Police Chief Doug McIntyre
3. Consent Agenda
Note: These are routine items and will be enacted by one motion without separate discussion unless a Council
member requests an item be removed for separate consideration.
a. Minutes of November 16, 2022
b. Bills for Payment
c. Health Insurance Renewal
d. Treas. Report
e. Clerks Budgetary Report
f. Utility Dept. Report
g. Police Dept. Report
h. Firefighter Dept. Report
4. Citizen Forum – The Mayor and City Council welcome comments from the public for items not listed on the agenda. You are asked to
state your name and address for the record and to limit your remarks in order that others may be given the opportunity to speak. The
Order of Business is at the discretion of the Chair. No action will be taken.
5. Unfinished Business
a. Consider Trade/Upgrade of Mahindra Tractor Mower
6. New Business
a. Res. 2022-26 “Wages and Benefits for Wayland Police Chief”
b. Discuss Equipment Purchases – Trade of John Deere Tractor
c. Accept EHCCF Grant Award – Bomber Field Upgrades
d. Consider Pre-Construction Agreement – State Hwy 78 Resurfacing Project FY24
e. Consider In-Kind Donation for Expense of Water Line Size Increase for Non-Profit Daycare Sprinkler System
f. Discuss Water Main Extension at Wayland Industrial Park East
g. Consider Pre-Application for Community Catalyst Building Remediation Grant
h. Contract for Legal Services – Lynch-Dallas – FYE2024-FYE2025
i. Set Date and Time for Budget Workshop
j. Ord. 13-2022 “An Ordinance Amending Chapter 78 (Operation of Golf Carts on City Streets) of the Code of
Ordinances of the City of Wayland, Iowa”
k. Ord. 14-2022 “An Ordinance Amending Chapter 76 (Operation of Off-Road Utility” Vehicles (UTVs) on City
Streets) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Wayland, Iowa”
l. Ord. 15-2022 “An Ordinance Amending Chapters 165 (Zoning Regulations General Provisions and Definitions)
and 166 (Zoning Regulations Zoning Districts) Of The Code Of Ordinances of the City of Wayland, Iowa
m. Ord. 16-2022 “An Ordinance Amending Chapter 167 (Zoning Regulations for All Districts) of the Code of
Ordinances of the City Of Wayland, Iowa”
7. Building Permits – Approved
Kristi Merida – 10’ x 10’ frame storage shed at 216 W Front S

Rodney “HotRod” Lee Smith

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 at 5:30 pm CDT

Rodney “HotRod” Lee Smith, 72, of West Burlington, died Sunday, December 4, 2022 at Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center in Burlington.  He was born April 23, 1950 in Burlington to Clarence Edward and Anna Mae Roarke Smith.  He was a graduate of Burlington High School and a member of First United Church of Christ in Burlington.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing; smoking and drinking; had a great sense of humor; and always enjoyed a good joke.

Survivors include two brothers, Ronald Smith of Tunica, Mississippi and Roger Smith of Burlington; one sister Vicki (Mark) Kocol; his special friend Mary Wilson; and nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

According to his wishes, his body has been cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Arrest in Officer Involved Shooting

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 at 5:06 pm CDT

According to court documents the Henry County Sheriff’s office has executed an arrest warrant for Samantha Shumaker of Mount Pleasant. Shumaker is charged with one count of domestic abuse assault display or use of a weapon first offense and one count of false imprisonment.  The charges are in connection with an officer involved shooting that occurred December 3 when law enforcement responded to a domestic disturbance call at a residence on North Main Street in Mount Pleasant. Shumaker was wounded by an officer at the scene during the disturbance.  The officer has been put on leave and the Iowa Department of Public Safety Division of Criminal Investigation is conducting the investigation.

Grant Award Ceremony

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, December 6th, 2022 at 1:19 pm CDT

The Enhance Henry County Community Foundation is planning a celebration ceremony and announcement of their eighteenth grant-making awards and results. The event will be held December 13th in the Union Block building on the north side of the Mt. Pleasant square at 11am. Grant recipients, county elected officials and the public are encouraged to attend.

The Enhance Henry County Community Foundation applied, received, and was awarded $160,670 in County Endowment Funds. Under terms of the award 75% of the funds shall be awarded to county not-for-profits, communities, and charities.

A special grantmaking committee of the foundation has been busy receiving and evaluating grant applications. 40 grant applications were received totaling over $482,000. The Enhance Henry County Community Foundation is actively seeking contributions and gifts to build the grantmaking capacity of the new foundation.

For more information contact:

The Enhance Henry County Community Foundation

Lora Roth

Administrator

319-385-8728

lora@kilj.com