SCC Board of Trustees Candidates

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 10:49 am CDT

Election season is quickly approaching with many boards experiencing a long list of candidates for positions. The SCC Board of Trustees consists of five members.

The deadline for nomination was on Thursday, September 21st, and we now have a full list of candidates.

Moudy Nabulsi is running uncontested for district 4, where he currently serves as member of the board.

District 5 will see Janet Fife-LaFrenz, the current vice chairperson, run uncontested.

There are muddy waters for the district 1 seat, as the current chairperson, Joseph Johnson, is not running. Three candidates are on the ballot, with a wealth of experience and knowledge shared between all three. Jesse Howard, Mark Hempen, and Ryan Coop, are all searching for that elusive seat for district 1.

The election is on November 7th, 2023. KILJ will provide voting options as that date gets closer.

Third Community Day – Provides Public Opportunity for Free Items

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 10:15 am CDT

While there is a small chance of rain on Wednesday, don’t allow that to get in the way of sunshine. The public now has another opportunity for free items at Iowa Wesleyan, according to the Chamber of Commerce.

The previous community days have been so successful, for both the entities and the public, as people have walked away with many great pieces.

On Wednesday, September 27th, from 1:00pm-7:00pm, the gymnasium and Student Union will host what is essentially a “treasure hunt.” Whatever you find in these buildings, you can take with you as long as it is not attached to the wall.

Once again, power tools are not permitted but a wagon is allowed to help carry whatever goods you find. You will have to wait to explore the other buildings on campus, as the gymnasium and Student Union are the only two available this Wednesday.

Make sure to stay tuned to KILJ as we will continue providing updates to these great opportunities.

JoAnn Boulware

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 10:10 am CDT

JoAnn “Jo” Boulware, 82, of Donnellson, Iowa, passed away at 9:20 p.m. Sunday, September 24, 2023, at the Montrose Health Center in Montrose, Iowa.

She was born on May 30, 1941, in Creston, Iowa, the daughter of Bernard W. and Christine (Pedrick) Bosley. She married Felton Boulware in Dallas, Texas. He preceded her in death.

JoAnn is survived by her two sons: Jeff Boulware and Bart Boulware; sister: Marty Miller and brother: John Bosley. Also surviving are several cousins.

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

Jo worked for Texas Instruments in Dallas, Texas for thirty-five years.

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

Per her wishes, no services will be held.

A memorial has been established in her memory and can be mailed to the family at: Schmitz Funeral Home, P.O. Box 56, Donnellson, Iowa 52625.

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

Road Closure in Des Moines County

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 6:49 am CDT

The Des Moines County Road Department has announced that Mediapolis Road, immediately west of the Hwy. 61 intersection, will be closed for bridge deck work.

From Tuesday, September 26th through Friday, September 29th, and Monday, October 2nd, the route will be closed. This road will not be closed over the weekend. The closure won’t start until 7:00am each day, and the plan is for the road to reopen by 5:00pm.

Shawn Kenneth Dix: Wanted Man

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 6:48 am CDT

Shawn Kenneth Dix, age 50, is currently wanted by authorities on warrants including, but not limited to, Violation of Parole on original charge Prohibited Acts.

If you know the whereabouts of Shawn Kenneth Dix, please call Crime Stoppers (Burlington) at 319-753-6835. If your tip leads to his arrest, you will receive a cash reward.

Sports, September 25th

By Slaten Swords · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 6:30 am CDT

High School Football

Mt. Pleasant will head to Washington this Friday as the Demons celebrate their Homecoming. KILJ will be on the call with the pregame show at 7:15 pm.

In other Class 3A District 4 matchups, Keokuk will travel to face off against Fort Madison and Mt. Vernon will host Assumption.

Fairfield will host Williamsburg this Friday, the #1 team in Class 3A. 

Mediapolis will travel to take on Mid-Prairie at 7 pm.

Columbus will host Louisa-Muscatine this Friday. 

Central Lee will hit the road to take on West Burlington this Friday.

Danville will host Van Buren County this Friday for their Homecoming.

WACO will travel to New London this Friday for the Tigers’ homecoming.

Winfield-Mt. Union will hit the road to face off against Iowa Valley at 7 pm.

High School Volleyball

Mt. Pleasant will face off against Fairfield on the road tomorrow, September 26th. 

The Southeast Iowa Superconference (SEISC) tournament concluded play yesterday as Holy Trinity Catholic, Mediapolis, Winfield-Mt. Union, West Burlington, Burlington Notre Dame, Wapello, Van Buren County, and Central Lee battled for the conference title. 

In the opening round, West Burlington swept Winfield-Mt. Union to move on. Tayrn Snodgrass tallied 23 assists while Mady Hamelton grabbed 10 kills. Audrie Gipple led the Wolves with three kills.

Wapello pulled off the upset as the Arrows defeated Burlington Notre Dame in straight sets 25-20 and 25-15. Emily Hemphill notched 9 kills for Wapello.

Holy Trinity Catholic squeaked by Mediapolis to win both sets 25-23 and 25-20. Haley Steffener had 7 kills for the Bulldogs. 

Central Lee moved on to the semifinals after defeating Van Buren County. However, the Hawks fell to Holy Trinity Catholic to be moved to the third place game, while the Crusaders waited in the championship game for their opponent. 

West Burlington continued their run through the tournament as the Falcons soared to a 2-0 sweep of Wapello. Snodgrass added 26 assists to her total with Hamelton leading the way with 9 kills. Hemphill notched 11 kills as the Arrows were set to take on Central Lee for 3rd place and the Falcons to challenge for the conference title.

Central Lee took the first set 25-20 but Wapello forced a third set after narrowly winning 27-25. The Arrows rode that momentum to win the third set and 3rd place by the score of 15-11. Hemphill concluded the tournament with 22 kills. 

West Burlington avenged an early season loss to Holy Trinity Catholic to win the conference championship in straight sets. Snodgrass finished the tournament with 71 assists while Hamelton tallied 29 kills. 

Winfield-Mt. Union will travel to Louisa-Muscatine on September 28th.

WACO will compete in a quad at Lone Tree tomorrow.

New London will host Central Lee tomorrow with the Varsity set to play at 7:30 pm.

Holy Trinity Catholic will hit the road tomorrow to play against Van Buren County.

Danville will compete against Central Lee on September 28th at home.

Mediapolis will travel to take on Van Buren County on September 28th.

Cross Country

Mt. Pleasant and WACO will compete in the Washington Invitational tomorrow, September 26th. 

Winfield-Mt. Union will run today in Iowa City. 

Danville will run at Williamsburg tomorrow for a meet. 

College Football

Iowa was knocked out of the top 25 after their shutout loss to #6 Penn State 31-0. The offense managed only 76 total yards on 33 plays. The Hawkeyes will be at home this Saturday, September 30th, to take on Michigan State.

Iowa State University started their Big 12 play off right with a 34-27 win over Oklahoma State. Jaylin Noel caught 8 passes for 146 yards and a touchdown in the win. The Cyclones face off against Oklahoma this Saturday.

For the Hawkeye broadcast, tune into KILJ 105.5 FM and the Cyclone broadcast will be on 98.5 FM and AM 1130. 

This Day in Sports History

1926 – The NHL grants franchises to the Chicago Blackhawks and the Detroit Red Wings.

1989 – Boston Red Sox Wade Boggs is the first to get 200 hits and 100 walks in four consecutive seasons.

2000 – Vince Carter jumps over 7 foot 2 Frédéric Weis in the 2000 Summer Olympics, known in France as “le dunk de la mort” (the dunk of death).

Wanted: Joseph Frank

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 5:54 am CDT

Lee County Crime Stoppers is asking for the assistance in locating Joseph Patrick Frank. His last known address is 108 Cedar Street, Montrose, IA. Frank has a felony warrant for Failure to Appear to Sentencing on original charges of 2 Counts of Possession of Controlled Substance and Failure to Assist Resulting in Death.

He was recently arrested in February, 2023, for possession of methamphetamine and possession of marijuana.

Please submit your tip by clicking the below link or calling our anonymous line at (319) 376-1090.

Should your tip lead to the arrest of Joseph Patrick Frank, you may be eligible for a cash reward!

www.leecountytips.com

Mt. Pleasant HS Marching Band Takes 5th in 3A, Best Color Guard

By Yorke Prough · Monday, September 25th, 2023 at 5:45 am CDT

The Mount Pleasant High School Panther Marching Band joined 20 other bands from across Iowa Saturday at the Linn-Mar Marching Band Festival in Marion. Going up against 11 other bands in Class 3A, Mount Pleasant placed fifth in a very strong field. The judges determined that the Mount Pleasant Color Guard was tops in 3A and the guard’s score was second best among all class sizes.

Independence took first place in 3A followed by Xavier, Clear Creek-Amana, Marion, Mount Pleasant, Mount Vernon, Benton Community, Vinton-Shellsburg, West Delaware, Crestwood and Solon. The large school 4A division was won by Ankeny.

The Mount Pleasant band is directed by Brad Cook and assisted by Laura Westfall. The color guard instructor is Whitney Rogers. The band is also assisted by Adam Creager and Aaron Williamson. Drum majors are Jolynn Keomanivong and Natalie McCormick.

Next weekend the Panther Marching Band travels again to the Cedar Rapids area for two competitions, Bands Across the Prairie and the Five Seasons Invitational.