DES MOINES – Governor Kim Reynolds has signed a proclamation declaring this Sunday, March 6, 2022, as a Day of Prayer for Ukraine in Iowa.

“Iowans, Americans and nations across the globe are watching the events unfolding in Ukraine with disbelief and sadness,” stated Gov. Reynolds. “As soldiers and civilians stand united to protect their homeland, Iowans can unite in our support for the Ukranian people through the power of prayer.”
On Sunday, Iowans are encouraged to join in the Day of Prayer for Ukraine to show solidarity in their fight against Russian forces and to restore peace and civility in their country.  

Emergency responders and law enforcement officials were called out at about 1:30 Friday morning to a three car accident on Hwy 34 near Rome. According to the Iowa state Patrol Heather Brown of Fairfield was driving west in the eastbound lane thru a construction zone. Her car struck a pickup head on.  The pickup was driven by Alan Frederick of Ottumwa. The Brown car then made contact with the third vehicle driven by Edward Grade of Ottumwa.  Brown was ejected and taken by air to University Hospitals in Iowa City. Grade was also airlifted to the University and Fredrick was taken by ambulance to Henry County Health. The accident remains under investigation. Mount Pleasant Fire Chief Drew Schumacher said  14 firefighters were on scene for about an hour.  His department sent two engines and one heavy rescue truck to the scene. Henry County Sheriff Rich McNamee anticipates the Iowa State Patrol will issue a press release with more details.

Mount Pleasant Community School District School Board POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING

 Mt. Pleasant CSD – Central Office 1010 East Washington Street – Suite 102

 The Mount Pleasant Board of Education POLICY COMMITTEE will meet at 4:10pm on Friday, March 4, 2022 to review/discuss:

1. Open School Board Policy Series 900 Community Relations
2. Student Bus Identification System Rollout
3. Review Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser

The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH), in collaboration with the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), recognizes March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM).

Throughout March, a wide range of stakeholders, including public health organizations, prevention and treatment providers, advocacy groups and gambling operators work collaboratively to let people know that hope and help exist for problem gambling. Groups nationwide will hold conferences, air Public Service Announcements, provide counselor training, host health screening days and implement social media campaigns to increase public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment and recovery services.

The PGAM theme for this year is “Awareness +Action” and participants are encouraged to use the hashtag #PGAM2022 on social media platforms.

Problem gambling is defined as all gambling behavior patterns that compromise, disrupt or damage personal, family or vocational pursuits. Approximately 2 million U.S. adults (1% of the population) are estimated to meet criteria for severe problem gambling. Another 4-6 million (2-3%) meet the criteria for mild or moderate problem gambling.

The Office of Problem Gambling at IDPH raises awareness about the availability of gambling prevention and treatment services offered statewide. “Iowans who are impacted by problem gambling are encouraged to visit Your Life Iowa to learn more or to connect with a qualified professional. Help and hope are only a call, text, or chat away,” said Katie Bee, Project Director of the Office of Problem Gambling at the Iowa Department of Public Health.

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