Jeremy Goodale, 18, who plead guilty in April for the murder of Fairfield High School Spanish teacher, Nohema Graber, was sentenced to life in prison. The jury found him guilty on November 15th, 2o23. Goodale has the chance of parole after 25 years behind bars.
Both Goodale and Miller have now been sentenced to life in prison.
Motor Fuels
As of Wednesday, the price of regular unleaded gasoline averaged $3.03 across Iowa according to AAA, which is an 8 cent decline from last week. Even better, Iowans currently pay 47 cents less for the same gallon of unleaded gasoline than a year ago. The national average on Wednesday was $3.35, down 6 cents from last week’s price.
Retail diesel prices in Iowa fell 13 cents this week with a statewide average of $4.24.
The current Iowa diesel price of $4.24 is 10 cents lower than the national average $4.34. These prices have dropped 13 cents from one week ago, and over 3 quarters of a dollar from last year’s price ($5.06)
Wholesale ethanol held steady and is currently priced at $2.16.
The current Des Moines Terminal/Rack Prices are $2.10 for U87-E10, $2.35 for Unleaded 87 (clear), $2.81 for ULSD#2, $3.24 for ULSD#1, and $2.10 per gallon for E-70 prices.
Heating Fuels
Crude Oil Summary
The price of global crude oil rose this week on the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) by $1.20 per barrel over last week, currently priced at $77.15. Brent crude oil rose $1.43 and is currently priced at $81.67. One year ago, WTI crude sold for $86.92 and Brent crude was at $94.30.
Tips for saving energy on the road or at home are available at energy.gov and fueleconomy.gov.
Many residents of Mt. Pleasant have been questioning the future of solid waste collection in our town. Will the city continue to provide a service, or will the community need to hire private pickup?
The Mount Pleasant City Council is meeting tonight at 5:30pm to discuss solid waste collection. There is a public forum scheduled as well, so if you have any thoughts or concerns, you can voice them at 307 E Monroe Steet in the second-floor meeting room.
The Holidays are a time for families to gather and enjoy a great meal. Unfortunately, not everyone can always count on food, as many go without it for days on end. Thankfully, Henry County has plenty of food pantries for those who need to utilize their services. Two food pantries in Mt. Pleasant, and then one in each Winfield, Wayland, Crawfordsville, and New London, ensure that everyone is granted the opportunity to enjoy a meal this Thanksgiving.
These food pantries need your help! Love thy neighbor by donating extra canned goods to these pantries. Consider giving fresh or frozen meat, or even fresh produce. They currently are in search of a variety of food, such as instant rice, oatmeal, and potatoes, as well as tortillas, bread, pancake mix/syrup, and packaged meals like mac and cheese or hamburger helper. Of course, pasta and spaghetti sauce is helpful, and they always appreciate donations of milk, eggs, and cheese.
Food Pantry Information:
Wayland Food Pantry: 104 W 2nd St, Wayland
319 591 0961
2nd, 4th Thurs 4-6pm
Community Action of Southeast Iowa: 1303 W Washington St, Mt. Pleasant
319 385 2310
M-F 8:30-4:30
The Fellowship Cup: 203 N Jefferson St, Mt. Pleasant
319 385 3242
Thursday 10a-4p
Tiger Food Pantry: 106 W Wilson St, New London
319 367 0512
Thurs 3:30-6p, Sat 9-11a
WACO Community Food Pantry: 105 N Chestnut St, Crawfordsville
319 461 0532
1st, 3rd Thurs 2-5:30p
MOPS-Winfield Food Pantry: Winfield Methodist Church (current)
Moving to 107 E Elm St
319 217 2655 W
Wednesday 12-5p
David Loren “Dino” Gabeline, 63, of Danville and Yarmouth, died Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospital. He was born March 30, 1960 in Burlington to Robert Louis and Donna Lee Dodds Gabeline. He was a 1978 graduate of Mediapolis High School.
On August 30, 1980 he married the love of his life, Diane Kay Cornick at the Burlington United Methodist Church. Dino was a lifelong farmer and grain elevator operator and was owner and operator of Southeast Iowa Grain. He was a past member of the Yarmouth Fire Department; enjoyed boating in the Ozarks; riding his Harley; vacations and traveling; and driving his gator, drinking beer, and looking at the crops. But what he really enjoyed the most was any time spent with Diane and his family; he loved his children and adored his grandchildren.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Adam (Samantha) Gabeline and daughter Alexandra (Ryan) Menke, both of Danville; Papa to five grandchildren, Adrianna, Tate, Blake, Noah and Addison; brothers Mike Gabeline of Yarmouth, and Dan (Amy) Gabeline, who was not only his brother, but his partner and best friend; one sister Teri (Jeff) Wilkerson of Yarmouth; nieces and nephews; his dogs Glacier and Ruger; and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
According to his wishes his body has been cremated. A Celebration of Life for Dino will be held November 27, 2023 from 3:00 – 8:00 pm at The Filling Station, 20478 Eastern Avenue, Yarmouth, Iowa. A memorial has been established for the Yarmouth Fire Department. Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.
Help fight food insecurity in Southeast Iowa by supporting the Food Bank of Iowa at the 25th-anniversary tour of the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Holiday Train.
On Monday, November 27, at 10 a.m., the popular Holiday Train will stop at the CPKC Station at 1300 Wildwood Dr. on Highway 34 West. The special holiday event will include music from the train featuring Seaforth and Kiersza, treats and pictures with Santa, a gift basket drawing, and a check presentation from CPKC to the Ottumwa Distribution Center of the Food Bank of Iowa for the busy holiday season.
The Food Bank of Iowa will be accepting nonperishables and tax-deductible financial donations at the Holiday Train celebration. Donations can also be made online at foodbankiowa.org, through Venmo @Food Bank Iowa, and by mail and in person at 705 W. Main St., Ottumwa, IA 52501.
The CPKC Holiday Train, in addition to its own financial donation to nonprofit organizations, raises awareness of food insecurity across the country. Locally, the Food Bank of Iowa provides food and hope for Iowans facing hunger in its 55-county service area, as more than 96 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to feed our neighbors. For less than $2 per day, donations will help a child, hard-working adult, or senior on a fixed income receive the nutritious food they need to survive.
For more information about the Holiday Train or the Ottumwa Distribution Center of the Food Bank of Iowa, please call 641.682.3403.
Evelyn L. Klesener Westfall, 100, of Waukee, Iowa, formerly of Fort Madison, Iowa, passed away at 5:11 a.m. Monday, November 13, 2023, at Independence Village in Waukee.
She was born on July 24, 1923, in Fort Madison, Iowa, the daughter of Edward and Adelaide (Bendlage) Mansheim. On February 26, 1946, she married Erwin Klesener. He preceded her in death on November 7, 1987. On February 4, 1994, she married James Westfall. He preceded her in death on March 5, 2006.
She is survived by her children: Joan (Richard) Fraise, James (Linda) Klesener, Kenneth (Nancy) Klesner; step-children: Jeannie Stamp, Gerald Westfall; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one brother-in-law, several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands; one grandson; one granddaughter; two brothers and three sisters.
Evelyn was a member of Sacred Heart Church, Holy Family Parish in Fort Madison and the Altar and Rosary Society of the church.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2023, at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fort Madison with Father Gary Beckman officiating.
A memorial has been established in her memory for the Fort Madison Food Pantry
Schmitz Funeral Home of West Point is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
