Author: Theresa Rose

Farm Tax and Accounting Workshop

ISU Extension and Outreach – Henry County is hosting a Farm Tax and Accounting Workshop on Wednesday, December 1 from 6:00 pm – 8:00pm at the Henry County Extension Office in Mt. Pleasant (127 North Main Street).

In this timely workshop Charles Brown, Iowa State Extension and Outreach Farm Management Specialist, will address:

• Record keeping for income tax preparation.
• What are W2, W4, W9 and I9 forms?
• When do you need to send 1099 forms?
• Schedule F income versus ordinary and capital gain income.
• Depreciation rules for 2021.
• What to look for in purchasing a farm accounting program.
  • A quick review of Quick Books and PC Mars accounting programs

This workshop is free for all participants, but pre-registration is required to assure adequate space. Please contact the Henry County Extension Office at (319) 385-8126 to register by November 30^th.

Iowa Wesleyan University invites the community to celebrate the holiday season with the time-honored tradition of Lessons & Carols, a service highlighting the Iowa Wesleyan Music Department students and music performers within the Southeast Iowa Community.

This sacred concert entitled “He Is Coming Soon” will be held live, in person, on Saturday, December 4, and Sunday, December 5, 2021, at 7 pm in the Iowa Wesleyan University Chapel in Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

Join IW as they celebrate the holiday season with traditional and contemporary choral and instrumental music paired with scriptures that recount the Christmas story.

“Lessons & Carols is the culmination of an entire season of teaching and learning. It is a true blessing to have the return of something so traditional and special for our campus and community and be able to offer a live performance once again,” said Blair Buffington, Director of Choral Activities and Artistic Director of the event. “We want to share a message of hope and peace this year, and music is the gift we have been given to deliver that message.”

There is no charge for attending the event, but reservations are required. Seats may be reserved by visiting www.iw.edu/carols/ or by calling (319) 385-6215. A free-will offering will be taken at the end of the service to benefit the students in the IW Music Department.

On the evening of November 15, the Fairfield Police Department received multiple calls from the public reporting a Snapchat message that was being shared and warning of a shooting at Fairfield High School the next day.  Officers immediately followed up on these calls and quickly determined that the post did not pose any threat to the community.

The person named on the account was interviewed.  The account did not belong to that person and had been created by someone else.  Officers were able to find the source of the fake account and the source admitted to making the post.  As a result of this investigation, a 15-year-old youth was arrested and charged in juvenile court with Threat of Terrorism, a D Felony.

The Fairfield Police Department would like to thank the public for their quick intervention and encourage people to continue to contact law enforcement when they have concerns.  Due to the help of the public and the quick work of law enforcement, it was determined that there were no credible threats towards the school and classes were able to proceed on a regular schedule.

Questions regarding the law enforcement response should be addressed to the Fairfield Police Department.  Questions regarding the juvenile court process should be addressed to the Jefferson County Attorney’s Office.

A delinquent charge is only an accusation, and juvenile defendants are innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.

Date:   _11-17-2021________

JAIL COUNT

  17__      Henry County Inmates

  _48      Out of County Contract Inmates              

 _65_     TOTAL

COVID-19 vaccine booster shots have been in the news a lot lately. Booster shots are common for many vaccines when protection starts to wear off over time. While not everyone needs a COVID-19 booster, some people are recommended to get one to boost your immune response and make sure you’re protected from the virus. If you are over 65 or at a higher risk due to medical conditions or job exposure you may be eligible. Henry County Public Health is holding a vaccine clinic at First Presbyterian Church in Mt. Pleasant this Friday, November 19^th from 9am-12pm and another one at the New London Community Center this Friday from 3:30-6pm. They will have Moderna, J&J, and the Pfizer for children age 5-18. Whether you need your 1^st dose or your booster dose, call Public Health to make an appointment at 319-385-0779. Walk-ins will also be welcomed. Find other vaccine clinic options and learn more at HealthyHenryCounty.org/covid. The COVID-19 vaccines continue to be remarkably effective in reducing risk of severe disease, hospitalization, and death, including against the delta variant. Protect yourself and your loved ones today.

Wayland City Council Meeting

November 17 at 7:30 pm at the Wayland City Hall

1. Roll Call
2. 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 3, 2021
b. Bills for Payment
c. CD Renewal
3. 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.
4. Unfinished Business
a.
5. New Business
a. Res. 2021-37 “A Resolution To Acquire Property”
b. Ord. 09-2021 “An Ordinance Amending The Code Of Ordinances Of The City Of
Wayland, Iowa, By Amending Provisions Pertaining To Tobacco Use” (1st reading)
6. Building Permits – none
7. Adjournment