Darlene Shumaker Owens, 94, of Idaho Falls, Idaho and formerly of Salem, died Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Idaho Falls Community Hospital. Services are pending at Elliott Chapel, New London.
Joni Kae Manske
Joni Kae Manske, 64, of Mt. Pleasant, died Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at Henry County Health Center, Mt. Pleasant. She was born January 4, 1960 in Primghar, Iowa to Norm and Dolores Mohr Laue. She married Greg Manske on November 20, 1981 in Paullina, Iowa; they later divorced. On July 5, 2018 she married Paul Weinstock in Marengo, Iowa.
She was a 1978 graduate of Paullina High School where she participated in every girls sport; then graduated in 1982 from Dana College in Blair, Nebraska with a Bachelor of Science degree in social work. She worked as a social worker at Great River Medical Center, West Burlington and the Des Moines County Juvenile Court System. Through her love of social work, she hosted several foster children over the years. In 1998 Joni opened Any Wear Apparel which she owned and operated in Mt. Pleasant and Burlington for twenty-five years. In 2021 she opened ETC Gift Shop in Mt. Pleasant until retiring in 2024 because of declining health.
She attended New London Christian Church. She enjoyed traveling; watching all sports, especially basketball and track; attending all of her children’s and grandchildren’s activities; and especially loved her one-on-one time with her grandchildren.
Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter Megan (Kory) Winsor of Atkins, Iowa; son Mark Manske of Mt. Pleasant; sister Julie (Randy) Paulsen of Paulina, Iowa; brother Steve (Lorie) Laue of Castle Rock, Colorado; three grandchildren, Blaire, Dane and Conrad Winsor; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.
The funeral service will be held Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 10:30 AM at New London Christian Church with Pastor Rod Cooper officiating. Visitation at Elliott Chapel will begin at noon on Friday with the family receiving friends from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. According to her wishes, her body will be cremated following the service and inurnment will be held at a later date. A memorial has been established for New London Christian Church. Joni asks that in lieu of flowers for friends to please remember to support local small businesses. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.
Mount Pleasant City Council Meeting Agenda 04/10
The Mount Pleasant City Council will meet in Regular Session on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at City Hall, 307 E. Monroe Street, second-floor meeting room at 5:30 p.m.
AGENDA
- Roll Call.
- Consent Agenda: To the Public — All items with an asterisk (* ) are routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion and a roll call of the Councilmembers. There will be no separate discussion of items unless the Mayor, a Councilmember or citizen so request, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered in its normal sequence on the Agenda.
- Receive & file communications.
- Approve agenda.
*5. Approve minutes of previous meetings.
*6. Approve payment of bills.
*7. Receive report of Officers including Resolution No 2024-31 approving March transfers.
- Old Business-
- 5:30 p.m. Public Hearing on proposed vacation and sale of alley at 800 W Washington Street, Lee’s Addition Block 6.
- Resolution to vacate and sell alley at 800 W Washington Street, Lee’s Addition Block 6.
- Resolution approving publication of notice of City Council intent to fill vacant Council seat by appointment.
- Resolution approving the award of a construction contract for the McCoy/Monroe Reconstruction Proj ect.
- Resolution approving the award of construction contract for the H Eugene Way Sanitary Sewer Extension.
- Renewal of a Class F Retail Alcohol License with Outdoor Service for Mt. Pleasant Golf & Country Club located at 2275 Hickory Avenue.
- g) Renewal of a Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for DW Costa’s LLC at 1 15 S Jefferson Street.
- New Business-
- Approve Change Order #1 for Pearl Street Reconstruction Project.
- Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign an Iowa Department of
Transportation (IDOT) agreement for Revitalize Iowa’s Sound Economy Program (RISE) Project for construction of a portion of H Eugene Way.
- Approve demolition bid for 1205 N Broadway.
- Accept resignation of Jack Swarm, Building and Zoning Administrator.
- Public Forum.
- Adjourn to meet in regular session on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda 04/11
Henry County Supervisors
100 E Washington St Ste 202
Mt Pleasant IA 52641
Fax: 319-385-3601
Chad White, Member Marc Lindeen, Vice-Chairman Greg Moeller, Chairman
319-385-0759 319-385-0760 319-385-0761________
AGENDA
April 11, 2024
Approve Agenda
Approve Minutes
Approve Claims
9:00 Caleb Waters, Conservation Monthly Update
Other County Business as time allows
Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates
Dolores McGuire
Dolores J. (Farmer) McGuire, 92, of Wayland, passed away April 8, 2024, at her home. A funeral service will be held Monday, April 15, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Beatty Funeral Home in Washington. Following a meal, burial will be held at Cottonwood Cemetery in Wayland. The service will be available via Livestream at the Beatty Peterseim Facebook and YouTube pages. Visitation will be held Sunday, April 14, 2024, from 2 – 4 PM at the Beatty Funeral Home in Washington. A memorial fund has been established for the Cottonwood Cemetery.
Dolores Jane McGuire was born December 30, 1931, the daughter of Frank and Anna Elizabeth (Messer) Farmer. She graduated from Wayland High School and worked for several owners of the grocery store in Wayland. On June 6, 1950, she was united in marriage to Emery McGuire. She was a lifelong resident of the Wayland community and was a member of the Cottonwood United Methodist Church.
Survivors include two children: son Doug (Kay) McGuire of Wayland, daughter Brenda (James) Holley of Burlington; three grandsons: Matthew McGuire, Monte McGuire, Ryan Holley, one granddaughter Amy (Scott) Warnke; two great-grandsons: Mika and Coy McGuire, great-granddaughter Erica Warnke; one sister Evelyn (Larry) Morrow; brother-in-law Kenneth Clark and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding Dolores in death were her parents, husband Emery and two sisters: Bernice Jennings and Jean Clark.
Tragedy in West Burlington: Student Found Deceased
A tragedy has struck Southeastern Community college as a student at the West Burlington campus was found deceased on Monday afternoon.
At this time, there is no suspicion of foul play. SCC officials are working with the West Burlington Police Department. An investigation is underway to understand the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
The student’s name is being withheld pending contact of the student’s family.
“Our deepest condolences go out to the student’s family and friends,” said SCC President Dr. Michael Ash. “Losing a member of our community is a profound loss for us all, and our thoughts are with those who knew and loved the student during this difficult time.”
We understand that this news may be distressing for our current students and staff. Counseling and support services are available for anyone who may need assistance in processing their emotions or seeking guidance during this period of grief.
Counseling services will be available on Tuesday, April 9 in the Student Affairs Office on the West Burlington campus. Students may also utilize free services provided by The Virtual Care Group at thevirtualcaregroup.com/scciowa at any time.
Juvenile Charged After Stealing Truck in Fort Madison
On 04/09/24, at 2:00AM, the Mount Pleasant Police Department ran a plate on a gray Dodge Journey that was discovered to be reported stolen out of Fort Madison, Iowa.
Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop to which the vehicle fled from pursuing officers through the city of Mount Pleasant, North and South bound on highway 218, and into oncoming traffic on highway 218.
The vehicle then fled East on Highway 34 at high rates of speed. Officers pursued the vehicle into Burlington and stop sticks were successfully deployed. The vehicle then turned off onto the train tracks at Market & Main Street, causing disabling damage to the vehicle.
The driver, a juvenile aged male, was taken into custody at this time. The vehicle sustained over $5,000 worth of damage.
The juvenile male was charged with Felony Eluding, Theft/Possession of Stolen Property 1st-degree, Driving Under Suspension, Reckless Driving, and several traffic infractions.
The Mount Pleasant Police Department was assisted by the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office, Burlington Police Department, West Burlington Police Department, the Iowa State Patrol, Jim’s Body Shop & Towing Inc.
A criminal charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Mt Pleasant PD
Anyone who sees suspicious activity is encouraged to contact the Mt Pleasant PD at 319 385-1450.
Missing From Fort Madison: 11 Year-Old Wherebouts Unknown
*UPDATE 11:19 AM* The missing child has been found!
The parents of 11 year old Cescily Lampe are asking for the community’s help in locating their daughter. She left home Monday evening and her whereabouts are unknown. If anyone has information regarding Cescily, please contact the Fort Madison Police Department at 319-372-2525, or LeeCom at 319-372-1310. 