Selma L. Parker

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 9:44 pm CDT

Selma L. Parker, 78, of Douds, Iowa went to be with the Lord on June 28, 2020 surrounded by family. She was born on March 17, 1942 to Lawrence and Florence VanTrump Smith in rural Lee County, Iowa. She graduated from Bonaparte High School in 1960 and married Gary Parker on July 3, 1960 at Harrisburg Baptist Church. Together Gary and Selma raised three daughters, Kim, Brenda, and Carla. Gary preceded her in death on April 18, 2018.

 

Selma was a housewife, she worked at the Fairfield Glove Factory, Riverside Plastics and also ran her own housekeeping service.  She was an active member of the Zion Bible Church, and taught Bible School and Sunday School at Amazing Grace Church alongside her husband, Gary. Selma volunteered with Girl Scouts and 4-H.  She was an excellent cook and baker, known for her delicious homemade rolls and potato salad. She was also very artistic, she painted ceramics, and decorated some of the most beautiful cakes for weddings and birthdays. Selma and Gary lived the majority of their life near the river in Bonaparte and took advantage of all the river had to offer. They loved camping, fishing and spent a lot of time enjoying the outdoors around the campfire.  Most of all, Selma loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

 

She is survived by three daughters, Kimberly (Kenny) Yates of Revere, Missouri, Brenda (Kenny) Halls of Douds, Iowa, Carla (Kurt) Mertens of Houghton, Iowa; eight grandchildren, Khela Lovell, Stephanie Halls, Camilla DaVolt, John Quintin Kite, Darian Mertens, Dylan Mertens, Sierra Mertens, Makayla Mertens; two step-grandchildren, Jennifer Tipton, David Yates; 23 great-grandchildren; brother, Delbert (Mary) Smith; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Florence Smith; husband, Gary; stillborn son; granddaughter, Shyla Mertens; brother, Don Smith; and sister, Patricia Hymes.

 

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Zion Bible Church with Pastor Phil Ross officiating. Due to Covid-19, a short visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Zion Bible Church and will continue until the time of the service with social distancing encouraged. Memorial contributions in Selma’s honor may be made to EveryStep Hospice of Mount Pleasant or the Zion Bible Church and may be left at the church or mailed to the funeral home at PO Box 455, Keosauqua, Iowa 52565. Online condolences may be directed to www.pedrickfuneralhome.com.

Governor Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for two counties

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 9:36 pm CDT

DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation today for Fayette and Van Buren counties in response to a severe storm system June 20 and continuing.

The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program for qualifying residents, along with the Disaster Case Management Program, for Fayette and Van Buren counties.

The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level or a maximum annual income of $43,440 for a family of three. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Human Services website. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.

Disaster Case Management is a program to address serious needs to overcome a disaster-related hardship, injury or adverse condition. Disaster case managers work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice and referral to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor’s proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Management Program, contact your local community action association or visit www.iowacommunityaction.org.

Iowa residents of counties impacted by the recent severe weather are asked to report damage to help local and state officials better understand the damage sustained. Damage to property, roads, utilities and other storm-related information may be reported. This information will be collected by the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and shared with local emergency management agencies.

Lucille Campbell

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 3:45 pm CDT

Lucille Campbell, 98, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2020, at Park Place Elder Living Center in Mt. Pleasant.

 

Funeral arrangements are pending at the Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant.

Domestic Call Results in Drug Charges

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 2:55 pm CDT

On June 21st, 2020, at approximately 3:50 p.m. the Henry County Sheriff’s Office was called to the 2100-grid of Hickory Avenue for a disturbance/civil issue between a man and a woman.  Deputies arrived and began to investigate the situation.  During the investigation, information was learned of a marijuana grow on the property.  The Henry County Sheriff’s Office applied for search warrants for the property.  Several marijuana plants, marijuana in excess of a pound, and drug paraphernalia were located during the execution of the warrants.  Peter Barton, 52 of Mount Pleasant, has been charged with two (2) counts of Controlled Substance Violations, D-Felony, and eight (8) counts of Drug Tax Stamp Violations, D-Felony.

Investigation Results in Assault Charges

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 2:53 pm CDT

On June 12th, 2020, at approximately 1:45p.m., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office was called to the 1100-grid of Gabriel Avenue for an assault.  An investigation into the incident indicated, Andrew Boone, 35 of Wayland, assaulted another male.  Andrew was cited into court for Assault Causing Bodily Injury, a serious misdemeanor.

Salem Old Settlers Cancelled

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 2:33 pm CDT

The Salem Old Settlers committee has been meeting and, after considering many options, made the tough decision to cancel the Old Settlers Celebration.  At this time, the regular Old Settlers Celebration that was to be held August 28, 29 and 30th, will be not be held. The committee however is exploring other options, possibly at a later date.  The situation is always changing, so stay tuned.

Iowa Pork Crawl

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 29th, 2020 at 1:58 pm CDT
 

 

Iowa Pork Crawl Rewards Customers for Supporting Eateries

 

(Clive, Iowa) June 26, 2020 – As Iowa restaurants reopen following loosened coronavirus-related restrictions, the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) is rewarding customers for supporting them—while eating pork, of course!

 

Today IPPA kicked off the Iowa Pork Crawl Freestyle, a summer promotion that encourages customers to enjoy pork at eateries around the state. Participants can dine in, carry out or have their meal delivered, then share photos of their food on social media channels for a chance to win prizes. The contest runs through Aug. 30.

 

Rules are simple: Order an entree featuring pork from your choice of five different Iowa food establishments, including restaurants, vendors and food trucks. Pork must be the main ingredient, such as a pork chop, a breaded pork tenderloin, pork tacos, a BLT or pork ribs.

 

To be entered for prizes, snap a photo of yourself with each of the five dishes, and share all five photos in a post on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Tag @Iowa Pork, tag or list the five restaurants you visited, and use the hashtag #IowaPorkCrawl. For every five pork entrees and restaurants visited, participants can post again for more chances to win.

 

“Iowa Pork values our relationships with foodservice entities across the state, and it has been a tough couple months for both them and our farmers,” said Kelsey Sutter, IPPA’s marketing and programs director. “This program is aimed to celebrate the resilience and perseverance of both.”

 

Bars and restaurants have seen a dramatic hit in business because of COVID-19, and some have permanently closed. In March, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds—like leaders in many other states—ordered a mandatory shutdown of public dining areas to help slow the virus’s spread across the U.S.

 

According to Jim Murray, national channel marketing and innovation manager with the National Pork Board, nearly every state has since reopened their foodservice operations in some capacity, though customers may experience limited or simplified menu options.

 

“We are excited about this summer program, as it benefits all Iowa restaurants that offer pork, it’s simple and the prizes are fun,” Sutter said.

 

The first 25 individuals who correctly share a completed Iowa Pork Crawl will win a pork swag bag that includes a T-shirt, a meat thermometer, an Iowa Pork can koozie and $10 in Pork Cash that can be redeemed for fresh pork products at most major Iowa grocery retailers.

 

Once the crawl ends, two participants will be randomly selected to each win a grand prize valued at $500. One package features a catered party for up to 20 guests, with pork among the meat offerings, while a YETI explorer package includes a YETI cooler, two YETI Rambler® Tumblers, $100 in Pork Cash and a $25 gas card.

 

All prize winners must be Iowa residents. For complete rules and details, visit https://www.iowapork.org/iowa-pork-crawl-freestyle/.

 

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About the Iowa Pork Producers Association

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