College Track: Former Mount Pleasant Standout Beatty Shines at ARC Championships

By Nathan Bloechl · Monday, May 16th, 2022 at 11:35 am CDT

KILJ — Three individual champions and nine all-conference performers highlighted Friday’s action at the American Rivers Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships for the Central College men’s team.

The Dutch were led by former Mount Pleasant star Sam Beatty.

Beatty, a junior for Central,  defended his outdoor high jump title, winning for the second year in a row after clearing the bar at 6 feet, 10.25 inches, a new personal-best mark.

Next up for Beatty is the Midwest Twilight Qualifiers, which will be hosted by Augustana College in Illinois.

By Nathan Bloechl · Monday, May 16th, 2022 at 11:34 am CDT

Prep Track: State Qualifier List

The official list of area state qualifiers has been compiled below:

1A Boys

New London

  • Kade Benjamin – High Jump
  • Carter Allen – Discus
  • Carter Allen – Shot Put
  • Josh Catala – 200m
  • Alexander Julian – 1,600m
  • Alexander Julian – 3,200m
  • Seth Bailey – 1,600m
  • Rylan Martin, Seth Bailey – 800m
  • 4×100 relay (Boden Pickle, Reann Seberg, Joel Lacy and Josh Catala)
  • 4×400 relay (Rylan Martin, Kaden Benjamin, Reann Seberg, Alexander Julian)
  • 4×800 relay (Rylan Martin, Alexander Julian, Seth Bailey and Kade Benjamin)
  • Distance Medley Relay (Reean Seberg, Jordan Sharp, Rylan Martin, Seth Bailey)
  • 4×200 Relay (Boden Pickle, Joel Lacy, Camden Kasel, Jordan Sharp)

Winfield-Mount Union

  • Cam Buffington – Long Jump
  • Gabe Hemsworth – 400 Hurdles
  • 4×100 Relay (Cole Milks, Cam Buffington, Caleb Giese, Brenden Simmons)

Danville

  • Distance Medley Relay (Ethan Unzicker, Cadence Williams, Ty Carr, Ayden Doyle)
  • AJ Bonnesen, Ty Carr – 1,600m
  • AJ Bonnesen – 3,200m
  • 4×200 Relay (Ethan Unzicker, Ayden Doyle, Cadence Williams, Ty Carr)

WACO 

  • Shuttle Hurdle Relay  (Zach Schmitz, Mason Miller, Isaac Oswald, Simeon Reichenbach)
  • Braden Spain – 400m
  • Braden Spain, Mason Miller – High Jump
  • Jonah Clark – Shot Put
  • Simeon Reichenbach – 110m Hurdles
  • Oleh Shtefanchuk – Discus

1A Girls

Danville

  • Kenna Furnald – Long Jump
  • Shuttle Hurdle Relay (Eden Svoboda, Chloe Horn, Alexis Dietsch, Allison Dowd)
  • 4×400 Relay (Carissa Mackey, Jaeda Molle, Cassidy Yaley, Miya Orbiana)
  • 4×800 Relay (Cassidy Yaley, Jaeda Molle, Carissa Mackey, Kamryn Sherwood)

Winfield-Mount Union 

  • Keetyn Townsley – 100m Hurdles
  • Jobey Malone – Shot Put
  • Shuttle Hurdle Relay (Morgan Grelk, Kayreanna Sharar, Keetyn Townsley, Josie Nelson)
  • 4×100 Relay (Anabelle Loveless, Tess Huston, Keetyn Townsley, Aubrey Meeker)

WACO 

  • Ellah Kissell – High Jump
  • 4×100 Relay (McKenzie Vradenburg, Halle Shelman, Amy Moran, Ellah Kissel)
  • 4×200 Relay (McKenzie Vradenburg, Halle Shelman, Amy Moran, Ellah Kissell)

2A Boys

Mediapolis

  • Anthony Isley – 200m
  • Kadin Salek – 400m
  • Logan Rosas – 800m
  • Solomon Zaugg – 1,600m
  • Cole Lipper – Discus
  • 4×400 relay (Kadin Salek, Levi Arnold, Logan Rosas, Anthony Isley)
  • 4×800 relay (Levi Arnold, Solomon Zaugg, Logan Rosas, Owen Schmidgall)
  • Sprint Medley (Cole Lipper, Anthony Isley, Kadin Salek, Ben Egan)
  • Distance Medley (Logan Rosas, Kadin Salek, Anthony Isley, Cole Lipper)

Van Buren County

  • Anthony Duncan – 400m, 400 hurdles
  • Tyler Stoltz – High Jump

Central Lee

  • Thomas Eschman – Long Jump

2A Girls

Mediapolis 

  • 4×800 relay (Jaydon Wirt, Brooklyn Mohele, Haley Steffener, Kyra Anderson)
  • 4×100 Relay (Kira Messer, Kendal Nollen, Kennedy Welliver, Haley Steffener)

3A Boys

Mount Pleasant 

  • Will Davidson – 200m, 110 hurdles, Long Jump
  • Isaac Jerrel – Shot Put
  • 4×800 relay (Isaac Rynders, Isaiah Albright, Gabe Feldmann, Jacob Richtman)

3A Girls

Mount Pleasant 

  • Kenna Lamm – 100m
  • Josie Gilmore – High Jump
  • Shuttle Hurdle Relay – (Kenna Lamm, Allie Westercamp, Abby Blint, Jenna Gilmore)
  • 4×100 (Courtney Raub, Kenna Lamm, Tristian Shull, Andi Scott)
  • Abby Blint – 3,000m
  • Jadan Brumbaugh – Shot Put, Discus
  • Distance Medley (Andi Scott, Elsie Lange, Tristian Shull, Abby Blint)

College Wrestling: Scorpil Signs with Iowa Wesleyan 

Winfield-Mount Union senior Lane Scorpil has signed to wrestle at Iowa Wesleyan.

The former Wildcat — he wrestled for Columbus Community/Winfield — finished his senior season 45-2 with a fourth place finish at the state tournament in Des Moines.

Over his decorated four year career, Scorpil finished 137-19.

Scorpil will work towards his automotive technician degree while wrestling at either 125 or 133 for head coach Jake Kadel.

College Track: Wesleyan’s Hunter Named NSAA Athlete of the Meet

Iowa Wesleyan junior Bri Hunter placed first in the discus at this weekend’s North Star Athletic Association Outdoor Track and Field Championships helping earn Athlete of the Meet honors.

Hunter also claimed victory in the shot put over the weekend, as well.

Next up for Hunter will be the NAIA Outdoor National Championships, which will be held in Gulf Shores, Alabama May 25th through the 27th.

College Track: Former Mount Pleasant Standout Beatty Shines at ARC Championships

Three individual champions and nine all-conference performers highlighted Friday’s action at the American Rivers Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships for the Central College men’s team.

The Dutch were led by former Mount Pleasant star Sam Beatty.

Beatty, a junior for Central,  defended his outdoor high jump title, winning for the second year in a row after clearing the bar at 6 feet, 10.25 inches, a new personal-best mark.

Next up for Beatty is the Midwest Twilight Qualifiers, which will be hosted by Augustana College in Illinois.

 

Danville City Council Meeting Agenda

By Theresa Rose · Monday, May 16th, 2022 at 11:06 am CDT

AGENDA

Monday, May 16, 2022

Order of business, regular session

Danville City Council, Danville City Hall

Public Hearing

  1. Call to order, 6:00 p.m..
  2. Public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2021/2022 amended budget.
  3. Closing of public hearing.

 

Order of business, regular session

  1. Call to order immediately following the public hearing.

 

  1. Accept or amend the agenda.

 

  1. Open forum: A time set aside to receive comments from the public regarding city business.  The Mayor and City Council welcome comments from the public on any subject pertaining to City business, including items on this agenda.  You are asked to state your name and address for the record and to limit your remarks to five minutes 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.

 

  1. Des Moines County Sheriff’ department.
  2. Approval of the April 2022 Des Moines County Sheriff’s report.
  3. Review of a phone call received at City Hall pertaining to a golf cart being driven by a minor.  Action if needed by Council.
  4. Review of a phone call received at City Hall pertaining to the parking of parents at the end of each school day.  Action if needed by Council.

 

  1. Discussion and action on Resolution 2022-12, amending the 2021/2022 fiscal year budget.

 

  1. Discussion and action on Resolution 2022-13, setting of wages and benefits for employees for the 2022/2023 fiscal year.

 

  1. Fire Chief/Building Inspector report – action by council if needed.
  2. Approval of building permits.

 

  1. City Electrician report.
  2. Update on ongoing projects.  Action if needed.

 

  1. Public Works written report.
  2. Approval of written report.

 

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  1. Approval of consent agenda.
  2. Council minutes of May 2, 2022.
  3. Financial reports for February 2022 and March 2022
  4. Payment of bills.

 

  1. Council reports and correspondence.
  2. Request to place a donation bucket at City Hall to help funeral expenses.  Action by council if needed.
  3. Review of current employee vacation policy.

 

  1. Adjournment. The next regular session of the Danville City Council is scheduled for Monday, June 6, 2022, Danville City Hall, 6:00 p.m..

Cecil “Gene” Eugene Pratt,

By Theresa Rose · Monday, May 16th, 2022 at 11:05 am CDT

Cecil “Gene” Eugene Pratt, 73, of Ottumwa passed away on Friday May 13, 2022 at Good Samaritan Nursing Home, Ottumwa.  In accordance with his wishes his body has been cremated and no services are planned at this time.  Scattering of Gene’s ashes will take place at a later date. Memorials in Gene’s honor may be directed to Hospice of Wapello County or The American Cancer Society and may be mailed to the family at 606 W Walnut, Eldon, IA 52554.  Friends may leave condolences online at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Gene was born November 5, 1948 in Fairfield, IA to Bert Cecil and Charlotte Louise (Davis) Pratt. He graduated from Cardinal High School in 1968 and immediately joined the Navy. He married Caroline Weeks and they later divorced.

In addition to his parents and grandparents he was preceded in death by a niece, Melissa Lei Haines.

Gene is survived by son, Aaron (Laura) Pratt of Mound View, MN, two daughters, Farah of Ottumwa and Satinka (James) McCraw of Mountlake Terrace, WA, two grandchildren, Olivia and Eleanor, two sisters, Betty Haines (Mike) of Eldon, MO, Diane Box (Tom) of Eldon, IA, a brother, Phil Pratt of Bloomfield and many extended family and friends.

Georgianna Vantiger

By Theresa Rose · Monday, May 16th, 2022 at 10:58 am CDT

Georgianna Vantiger, 87, of Mt. Union, died Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Park Place, Mt. Pleasant.  She was born in Burlington August 22, 1934 to Raymond E. and Vennessa Grace (Kimbrough) Dodge.  On May 26, 1956, she married James Vantiger at St Mary’s Catholic Church in West Point.

She was a 1952 graduate of Burlington High School and was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church.  Prior to marriage, she worked as a telephone operator, then enjoyed being a homemaker and raising her family.

She enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy and for twenty-six years she volunteered for Bingo at Park Place.  She was an amazing cook and was known for her peanut brittle and pies which she made for Old Threshers and church auctions.

Survivors include her husband of Mt. Union; children, Bill (Pam) Vantiger of Yarmouth, David Vantiger of Mt. Union, Patty (Larry) Ford of Mt. Pleasant, Scott Vantiger of Mt. Union, and Karen (Kurt) Palar of Danville; daughter-in-law Marcy Vantiger of Mt. Union; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; brothers Floyd (Patty) Penrod and Dick Penrod of Burlington; sisters Florence (Paul) Bolander, Elsie Stafford, and Barb (Gary) Glendening all of Burlington.  She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather Ray Penrod; son Joe Vantiger; brother James Penrod, sister Viola Patton, and one bonus son, Rick Rodgers.

The funeral service for Mrs. Vantiger will be Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 10:00 AM at Elliott Chapel, New London, with Father James Flattery officiating.  Burial will follow at Trinity Cemetery, rural Mt. Union.  Visitation will begin at noon Wednesday with the family receiving friends from 4 -7 PM.  Memorials have been established for Park Place Activity Fund and EveryStep Hospice.  Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Deborah Eileen Collins

By Theresa Rose · Sunday, May 15th, 2022 at 12:54 pm CDT

Deborah Eileen Collins, 72, of Albia and formerly Delta, Iowa, died Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Oakwood Specialty Care in Albia, Iowa.  She was born June 6, 1949 to Bate T. and Dorotha M. Trainer Collins.

Deborah was a graduate of Fremont High School.  She spent most of her life as a caregiver for her parents and also helped elderly people in their homes.  She enjoyed sight-seeing and loved animals.

She is survived by nieces and nephews and was preceded in death by her parents; her brother William T. Collins of Missouri; and her sister Juanita Gauler of Muscatine.

According to her wishes, her body has been cremated and a graveside Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at Jaggar Cemetery, rural Danville.

Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Sports, Saturday, May 14th

By Nathan Bloechl · Saturday, May 14th, 2022 at 9:54 am CDT

College Baseball: Wesleyan’s Beaber Named CAC Coach of the Year

Iowa Wesleyan head baseball coach and Mount Pleasant alum Blake Beaber has been named the Continental Athletic Conference Coach of the Year, the league has announced.

Beaber, who has been with Iowa Wesleyan since 2016, successfully navigated the Tigers through their returning season to the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) this year.

Wesleyan finished their season with an overall record of 21-30 and a third-place finish in the CAC Championships Tournament.

It was the most wins in a single season for the program since winning 24 games in 2012.

Also earning postseason accolades were pitcher Luis Ayesa, Cristian Cordero and Derek Marrufo, who were all All-Conference choices.

College Softball: Krieger Earns All-CAC Honors

Iowa Wesleyan’s Kara Krieger (FR/New London, IA) has earned All-Conference Honorable Mention honors.

In her 99 at-bats this season, Krieger accumulated 34 hits with a .343 batting average, scoring 21 times.

She tallied six doubles and two triples.

Krieger also added 13 RBIs and drew 15 walks.

In the field the former New London standout made 33 outs with a fielding percentage of .975.

Prep Track: State Qualifier List

1A Boys

New London

  • Kade Benjamin – High Jump
  • Carter Allen – Discus
  • Carter Allen – Shot Put
  • Alexander Julian – 3,200m
  • Seth Bailey – 1,600m
  • Rylan Martin – 800m
  • 4×100 relay (Boden Pickle, Reann Seberg, Joel Lacy and Josh Catala)
  • 4×400 relay (Rylan Martin, Kaden Benjamin, Reann Seberg, Alexander Julian)
  • 4×800 relay (Rylan Martin, Alexander Julian, Seth Bailey and Kade Benjamin)

Winfield-Mount Union

  • Cam Buffington – Long Jump

Danville

  • Distance Medley Relay (Ethan Unzicker, Cadence Williams, Ty Carr, Ayden Doyle)

WACO 

  • Shuttle Hurdle Relay  (Zach Schmitz, Mason Miller, Isaac Oswald, Simeon Reichenbach)

1A Girls

Danville

  • Kenna Furnald – Long Jump

Winfield-Mount Union 

  • Keetyn Townsley – 100m Hurdles
  • Jobey Malone – Shot Put
  • Shuttle Hurdle Relay (Morgan Grelk, Kayreanna Sharar, Keetyn Townsley, Josie Nelson)

2A Boys

Mediapolis

  • Anthony Isley – 200m
  • Kadin Salek – 400m
  • Solomon Zaugg – 1,600m
  • 4×400 relay (Kadin Salek, Levi Arnold, Logan Rosas, Anthony Isley)
  • 4×800 relay (Levi Arnold, Solomon Zaugg, Logan Rosas, Owen Schmidgall)
  • Sprint Medley (Cole Lipper, Anthony Isley, Kadin Salek, Ben Egan)
  • Distance Medley (Logan Rosas, Kadin Salek, Anthony Isley, Cole Lipper)

Van Buren County

  • Anthony Duncan – 400m, 400 hurdles
  • Tyler Stoltz – High Jump

2A Girls

Mediapolis 

  • 4×800 relay (Jaydon Wirt, Brooklyn Mohele, Haley Steffener, Kyra Anderson)

3A Boys

Mount Pleasant 

  • Will Davidson – 200m, 110 hurdles, Long Jump
  • Isaac Jerrel – Shot Put
  • 4×800 relay (Isaac Rynders, Isaiah Albright, Gabe Feldmann, Jacob Richtman)

3A Girls

  • Kenna Lamm – 100m
  • Abby Blint – 3,000m
  • Jadan Brumbaugh – Shot Put, Discus
  • Distance Medley (Andi Scott, Elsie Lange, Tristian Shull, Abby Blint)

 

May 16, 2022 – May 22, 2022

By Lora Roth · Saturday, May 14th, 2022 at 1:48 am CDT
05/16/22
Dot Bappe
05/16/22
Ryan Lauer
05/16/22
Erica Lehman
05/16/22
Jan Towne
05/16/22
JonViev Whitaker
05/16/22
Rick Mullin
05/17/22
Scott Wichhart Jr.
05/18/22
Weslie Shaffer
05/18/22
David Beaber
05/19/22
Dean King
05/19/22
Monica King
05/19/22
Mark Burns
05/19/22
Maxie & Michael Bagels (15th anniversary!)
05/20/22
Avery Barton
05/20/22
Carla Byrum
05/20/22
Nora Clark
05/20/22
Katie Detrick
05/20/22
Marilyn Ridinger
05/20/22
Sheri Schlagel
05/20/22
Ed Beaber
05/21/22
Benny Lee
05/21/22
Carla McNamee
05/22/22
Avalynn Alexander
05/22/22
Maggie Fitzpatrick
05/22/22
Mabel Goettsche
05/22/22
William Kinney
05/22/22
Elijah McGohan