Evelyn J. Garmoe, 92, of New London, died Monday, November 7, 2022 at New London Specialty Care. Services are pending at Elliott Chapel, New London.
Edith “Rose” Shanholtzer
Edith “Rose” Shanholtzer, 98, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at Savannah Heights of Mt. Pleasant.
According to her wishes cremation has been entrusted to the care of Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant. Services will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com
Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant, is caring for her arrangements.
Avian Flu in Louisa County
Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and USDA APHIS Confirm Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a Non-Commercial Backyard Flock in Louisa County and a Commercial Layer Flock in Wright County
DES MOINES, Iowa (November 7, 2022) – The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) have confirmed positive cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in Louisa County, Iowa and in Wright County, Iowa.
The virus was found in a non-commercial backyard flock in Louisa County and a commercial layer flock in Wright County.
“Migration is expected to continue for several more weeks and whether you have backyard birds or a commercial poultry farm, bolstering your biosecurity continues to be the best way to protect your flock from this disease,” said Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig. “Our coordinated response team, comprised of state and federal professionals working with the affected producers, will continue to move swiftly to limit the spread of this virus.”
Commercial and backyard flock owners should prevent contact between their birds and wild birds. Sick birds or unusual deaths among birds should be immediately reported to state or federal officials. Biosecurity resources and best practices are available at iowaagriculture.gov/biosecurity. If producers suspect signs of HPAI in their flocks, they should contact their veterinarian immediately. Possible cases must also be reported to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship at (515) 281-5305.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the recent HPAI detections in birds do not present a public health concern. It remains safe to eat poultry products. As a reminder, consumers should always utilize the proper handling and cooking of eggs and poultry products. An internal temperature of 165˚F kills bacteria and viruses.
About HPAI
HPAI is highly contagious viral disease affecting bird populations. HPAI can travel in wild birds without those birds appearing sick, but is often fatal to domestic bird populations, including chickens and turkeys. The virus can spread through droppings or the nasal discharge of an infected bird, which can contaminate dust and soil.
Signs of HPAI include:
- Sudden increase in bird deaths without any clinical signs
- Lethargy and lack of energy and appetite
- Decrease in egg production
- Soft- or thin-shelled or misshapen eggs
- Swelling of the head, eyelids, comb, wattles, and hocks
- Purple/blue discoloration of the wattles, comb, and legs
- Difficulty breathing
- Coughing, sneezing, and/or nasal discharge (runny nose)
- Stumbling or falling down
- Diarrhea
For additional information on HPAI, please visit https://iowaagriculture.gov/animal-industry-bureau/avian-influenza
Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda
AGENDA
November 8, 2022
Approve Agenda
Approve Minutes
Appointment to the Civil Service Commission
9:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update
Motion to approve Right-of-Way Contract for Project on Old Hwy 34
10:00 Meeting with DHS in Regard to Remodel
Other County Business as time allows
Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates
Doris Sallen
Doris Sallen, 79, of Farmington, passed away at 2:26 p.m. Thursday, November 3, 2022, at the West Point Care Center.
She was born on April 2, 1943, the daughter of John and Dorothy (Krogmeier) Merschman in West Point, Iowa. On November 26, 1966, she married Dan Sallen at St. James the Less Catholic Church in St. Paul, Iowa.
She is survived by her husband: Danny; seven siblings: Frank (Kelly) Merschman of North Palm Beach, Florida, Paul (Sue) Merschman of Scottsdale, Arizona, Mary Jane (John) Koehler of Montrose, Iowa, Harold (Linda) Merschman of Daphne, Alabama, Ruth Lancaster of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Rosemary (Tom) Deutsch of New Hampton, Iowa and Carol Sorenson of Oceanside, California; three sister-in-laws: Shirley Merschman of Lindstrom, Minnesota, Charlene Sallen of Fort Madison, Iowa and MaryAnn (Richard) Moeller of Houghton, Iowa. Also surviving are several cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; twin brother: Don Merschman; in-laws: Albert and Bertha Sallen and Greg Sallen.
Doris was a 1961 graduate of St. James Catholic School in St. Paul. She and Danny spent their married life in the rural West Point and rural Farmington areas. In her younger years, Doris helped her parents care for her brothers and sisters, run errands and help with household chores. In married life, Doris helped her husband farming and with the trucking business. Doris was a faithful member of St. Boniface Catholic Church in Farmington. She enjoyed embroidering pillowcases and dish towels, playing with her cats, hearing about her many nieces and nephews and keeping track of her other Merschman and Krogmeier family members.
Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at Schmitz Funeral Home in West Point, Iowa, where the family will meet with friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at St. Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point, Iowa, with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.
Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in West Point, Iowa.
In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in her memory for St. Boniface Catholic Church, West Point Care Center or Lee County Hospice.
Betty D. McLaughlin
Betty D. McLaughlin, 94, of Mediapolis, died Thursday, November 3, 2022, at her home.
Born August 21, 1928, in Burlington, Iowa, she was the daughter of Cletus and Margaret (Ruff) Beckman. She married John McLaughlin on June 3, 1950. He died on February 1, 1989.
Betty was a homemaker. She was of the Christian faith. She loved helping and spending time with her grandchildren. She was dedicated to learning God’s Word daily.
She is survived by her children; Rick (Sandra) McLaughlin of Mediapolis, Dave McLaughlin of Mount Pleasant, Brent (Nancy) McLaughlin of Mediapolis, Annette (Vince) Mahan of Greenville, Texas, Luann (Fred) Nelson and Denise (Doug) Roelfs both of Mediapolis; 15 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Donald (Mary Lee) Beckman and Clifford Beckman; sister-in-law Betty Beckman all of Burlington and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers and two sisters.
The memorial funeral service for Mrs. McLaughlin will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, November 11th at Lunning Chapel. The Rev. Father Gary Beckman will officiate. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services. A private family inurnment will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Dodgeville.
According to her wishes, cremation has been accorded and entrusted to Lunning Chapel.
Memorials have been established for the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House or to the Operation Grace World Missions Fund PO Box 19508, Houston TX 77224-9508.
Drug and Weapons Charges
On 11/3/22 at 12:56 hours the Mt Pleasant Police Department investigated a drug complaint in the 200 block of W Franklin St (dirt lot behind McKibben Hall) in Mt Pleasant involving 4 individuals in a vehicle. A search of the vehicle resulted in marijuana and a pistol being located. The pistol was later found to be stolen from Mt Pleasant earlier this fall. As a result of the investigation, all four subjects were charged with Possession of Marijuana. They were identified as Jaylin Randa, age 20 of Coralville, Iowa and Iowa Wesleyan University students Jaxon Lay age 19, Cordelris Neely age 18, Alvis Johnson age 19. Alvis Johnson was also charged with Trafficking Stolen Weapons. Johnson and Lay were arrested and transported to the Henry County Jail and the others were issued summons to court.
A criminal charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Where and When to Vote in Henry County
Absentee/Early voting continues at the Henry County Courthouse thru Monday November 7 in the second floor conference room next to the Treasurer’s office. Hours are Monday through Friday 8-4:30. November 4th hours will also be 8-5 and Saturday November 5th hours will be 9-5.
In compliance with Provision 49.53 of the Code of Iowa, I, Shelly Barber, Commissioner of Elections of Henry County, State of Iowa, do hereby proclaim that on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, a General Election will be held for the purpose of electing candidates for the various offices.
Qualified electors may vote by presenting themselves along with identification on November 8, 2022, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the polling place for the Precinct of their residence as listed below:
Precinct 1 – Polling Place Wayland City Hall, 218 W Main St, Wayland – Trenton Township, Marion Township, Jefferson Township to include the incorporated cities of Wayland, Olds and the portion of Coppock within Henry County: that part of Wayne Township residents living west of James Avenue to 140th Street and south of 140th Street east to Highway 218 and south to the township line.
Precinct 2 – Polling Place Winfield City Hall, 115 N Locust St, Winfield – Canaan and Scott Townships to include the incorporated city of Winfield: that part of Wayne Township residents living east of James Avenue to 140th Street and south of 140th Street east of Highway 218 and south to the township line.
Precinct 3 – Polling Place Emergency Management Building, 900 W Washington St, Mt Pleasant Tippecanoe Township, Salem Township to include the incorporated cities of Salem and Hillsboro, Center Townships (excluding the portions of Center Township within Mt. Pleasant’s corporate boundaries) to include the cities of Rome and Westwood
Precinct 4 – Polling Place Veterans Hall 1, 300 W Monroe St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 1 as defined by city ordinance.
Precinct 5 – Polling Place Veterans Hall 2, 300 W Monroe St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 2 as defined by city ordinance.
Precinct 6 – Polling Place Veterans Hall 3, 300 W Monroe St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 3 as defined by city ordinance.
Precinct 7 – Polling Place Veterans Hall 4, 300 W Monroe St, Mt Pleasant – Mount Pleasant Ward 4 as defined by city ordinance.
Precinct 8 – Polling Place New London Christian Church, 2770 New London Rd, New London – Jackson and Baltimore Townships.
Precinct 9 – Polling Place New London Community Center, 103 W Washington St, New London New London Townships to include the incorporated city of New London.
Township Trustees and Clerks names appearing on the ballots are as follows:
Baltimore Township Clerk: Joseph Johnson
Baltimore Township Trustee: Write In
Canaan Township Clerk: Katie Byczek
Canaan Township Trustee: Write In
Center Township Clerk: Debbie Smith
Center Township Trustee: Stephen R. Gray
Jackson Township Clerk: Write In
Jackson Township Trustee: Write In
Jefferson Township Clerk: Dwain Alvine
Jefferson Township Trustee: Paul VonTersch
Marion Township Clerk: Write In
Marion Township Trustee: Write In
Marion Township Trustee To Fill 2yr Vacancy: Ryan Coop
New London Township Clerk: Write In
New London Township Trustee: John Fitzpatrick
Salem Township Clerk: Dan L. Wesely
Salem Township Trustee: Jon Mills
Salem Township Trustee To Fill 2yr Vacancy: Jerad Syfert
Scott Township Clerk: Patti A. Gerling
Scott Township Trustee: Brian Haymond
Tippecanoe Township Clerk: Gary E. Oldt
Tippecanoe Township Trustee: Mike Kerr
Trenton Township Clerk: Terri Bain
Trenton Township Trustee: Write In
Wayne Township Clerk: Brad Benson
Wayne Township Trustee: Allen G. Rodgers
Any voter who is physically unable to enter a polling place has the right to vote in the voter’s vehicle. For further information, please contact the County Auditor’s Office at 319-385-0756 or e-mail sbarber@henrycountyiowa.us. A sample ballot below is part of this Notice.
A public test of the voting equipment will be held at the Henry County Auditor’s Office on Wednesday November 2, 2022, at 9:30 a.m.