Prep Boys’ Tennis: State Singles and Doubles Tournaments Pushed Back a Day for Class 1A

By Slaten Swords · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 3:34 pm CDT

Waterloo, IA- The boys’ Class 1A state singles and doubles tennis tournament was originally scheduled to begin tomorrow, May 21st, at 10 am, but due to the threat of severe weather the tournament has been postponed to Wednesday, May 22nd, at the same time.

The Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) added that the Class 2A tournament in Iowa City will proceed as scheduled tomorrow. Moreover, any tickets purchased through the IHSAA’s Ticket page or HomeTown Ticketing will still be honored and automatically adjusted.

For Southeast Iowa, Fairfield’s Rumin Lou, the district champion, will face off against Christian Jensen of Lewis Central—a runner-up in the district seven tournament—in the first round on Wednesday.

The Class 1A tournament will still run according to the two-day tournament schedule times with the semifinals and finals taking place on Thursday, May 23rd.

Temporary Road Closure in Burlington – Avoid S Gear Ave and E Agency

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 3:21 pm CDT

If you are driving in Burlington this afternoon, avoid the area of E Agency Road and S Gear Avenue as a part of the road is currently blocked off. This is due to what appears to be a garbage truck that struck a line. Crews are currently working so please avoid the area, which is near Menards and Philipps 66.

Afternoon Update from the National Weather Service

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 3:13 pm CDT

The National Weather Service is reporting several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected today through Tuesday night. The greatest risk of severe weather will be Tuesday and Tuesday night, with a moderate risk (level 4 of 5) of severe weather forecast for Tuesday. All modes of severe weather are possible, which includes damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes.

The strongest storms are expected Tuesday evening with some supercell storms possible. We may see damaging winds up to 80mph, large hail, and possible tornadoes.

Lori Steffensmeier

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 2:38 pm CDT

Lori Mae Ruby Steffensmeier, 37, of rural Fort Madison, Iowa, passed away at 8:33 a.m. Saturday, May 18, 2024. 

She was born on September 18, 1986, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the daughter of Randy and Merilee (Peterson) Ruby. On June 13, 2009, she married Dan Steffensmeier at the First Christian Reformed Church in Oskaloosa, Iowa.

She is survived by her husband: Dan; three daughters: Ruby, Kathleen and Carlee Steffensmeier; parents: Randy and Merilee; brother: John Ruby and sister: Lacey Ruby; father and mother-in-law: Tom and Carla Steffensmeier; grandmother: Sandra Petersen. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather.

Lori graduated from Central College with a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Secondary Education. She worked as a quality systems manager at Roquette. She was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point. She served on St. Mary’s Parish Council and the Altar and Rosary Committee. Lori enjoyed gardening, golfing, reading, spending time with family and friends and most of all, she loved her children.

A visitation will be held from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, where the family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A Christian wake service will be held at 6:00 p.m. at the church.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 24, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point, with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.

Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in West Point.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her daughters’ education.

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

Mt Pleasant Municipal Utilities Meeting Agenda 05/21

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 11:01 am CDT

MOUNT PLEASANT MUNICIPAL UTILITIES                                      

 Mount Pleasant, Iowa. 

                                                                                                                       Board of Trustees:                                                                                                Regular Meeting: 1:00pm Tuesday, May 21st (City Hall Council Chamber Room located at 307 E. Monroe St)

Dan McCabe, Chairman     

Harvey Ungerman

David George

Michelle Rosell

Lori White

 AGENDA

 

  1. CALL TO ORDER.           
    1. Roll call.
    2. Approval of Agenda.

 

  1. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS.
    1. Regular Board Meeting April 16th, 2024 – Approval.
    2. Board Working Session May 2nd, 2024 – Approval.

 

  •                                                                                                                            
    1. Approval of Warrants.
    2. Treasurer’s Report – Jody Fuller.
    3. Resolution No. 2024-3: Resolution Increasing the Customer Commercial Demand Rate (DM-031) and the Customer Industrial Demand Rate (ID-033), because of an increase in the Mount Pleasant Municipal Utilities’ Wheeling Rate – Review and Approval.
    4. Audit Engagement Service Proposals – Review and Approval.
      1. Board review of Audit Engagement Service Proposals for Fiscal Years 2024-2026 or 2024-2028.
      2. Award Audit Engagement Services Contract
    5. 2024-2025 Capital & Operating Budget – Review & Approval

 

  1. LEGAL COUNSEL.                                                              
    1. Attorney – Timothy J. Whipple (Ahlers & Cooney P.C.).

                                                                           

  1.                                                                                                                        
  2. Cedar Lane Well #7 and Water Distribution System Project – Update
    1. Board review of the associated Bid Package #1 (Well Drilling) work.
    2. Board review of completion of work, final expense in Warrant List.
    3. Adams Street Substation 15 kV Sheltered Aisle Switchgear Replacement Project – Update.
    4. a) Board review of the associated Adams Street Substation 15 kV Sheltered Aisle Switchgear Replacement Project work.
    5. Transmission System Power Supply Project – Update.
    6. a) Status update of the associated 69 kV transmission system power supply work.
  3. RAGBRAI Planning – Electric and water needs for the community.
  4. Monthly Activities.
  5. a)
  1.                                                                                        
  3. Employees.

 

  1. OTHER BUSINESS.
    1. Other Business, Unscheduled for Consideration by Board of Trustees.
      1. Executive Session will convene w/ guests.
      2. a) (Executive Session pursuant to Section 21.5(1)(c) of the Code of Iowa for legal purposes). 

 

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                                                           Next Regular Board Meeting: 1:00 p.m. Tuesday June 18, 2024

Car vs. Motorcycle Accident on Sunday Afternoon in Mount Pleasant

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 10:16 am CDT

The Mount Pleasant Police Department reports of a motor vehicle accident on Sunday afternoon. At 3:54pm on Sunday, May 19th, the MPPD responded to the 2100 Block of East Washington Street for a report of a car vs motorcycle accident. Upon investigation, it was determined that Hunter Williams of Mount Pleasant had attempted to turn north into Casey’s gas station when he was struck by Michal Bagwell, who was operating a motorcycle and traveling westbound on Washington Street.

One subject was transported to the hospital. The Mount Pleasant Police Department was assisted by the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, Mount Pleasant Fire, and Henry County Ambulance services.

Debra Garmoe

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 9:46 am CDT

Debra Susan Garmoe, 67, of Fort Madison, Iowa, passed away at 12:03 p.m. Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington, Iowa.

She was born on March 1, 1957, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the daughter of Willard P. and Lucille (Thompson) Garmoe, Jr.

She is survived by her daughter: Carrie (Nick Derby) Stice of Argyle, Iowa; two sons: Paul (Dwan) Starks and Nathan (Sara) Starks, both of Fort Madison, Iowa; grandchildren: Patrick, Cheyenne, Bayley, Anthony, Sylvester, Paige, and Bryan Starks, Emma Rhodes, Ruth Stice, and one on the way; one brother: Russell (Sabine) Garmoe of Temple, Texas; her sister: Cheryl Baumgart of Hockley, Texas. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son: Patrick; her brother: Willard Jr.; and her sister: Evelyn Calvert.

Debra worked at Conagra Foods for thirty-three years. She was a member of UFCW Local 617. She enjoyed quilt shows, spending time with her family, being outdoors, reading, bowling, and traveling with her family.

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

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Church of New Beginnings in Keokuk, Iowa, with Pastor Don Skinner officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

Burial will be at a later date in the Montrose Cemetery.

A memorial has been established in her memory.

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

Chamber Alliance to Host Henry County Supervisor Candidates During Tuesday’s Forum

By Yorke Prough · Monday, May 20th, 2024 at 8:52 am CDT

The Mount Pleasant Chamber Alliance’s Government Affairs Committee is pleased to host a forum for the upcoming primary election of Henry County Supervisor.   All Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce members are invited to attend the forum on Tuesday, May 21st, beginning at 6 PM at Masonic Lodge.  The forum will be a series of prepared questions for contested candidates regarding key issues for the community and businesses.  Candidates include:  Dan Cook, Steve Detrick, David Muhs and Chad White.

The Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance exists to improve the quality of life for Henry County residents through economic growth. The Chamber consists of 360 businesses, organizations, and individual members. The Mount Pleasant Area Chamber Alliance encompasses the Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce, Mount Pleasant Area Development Commission, and Henry County Tourism.

If you are unable to make it to this forum and would like to hear from the candidates, head to KILJ.com under special programming to find a recorded forum with the four candidates hosted by KILJ Radio.