Michael Brooks

By Allison Jacobs · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 3:49 pm CDT

Michael Brooks, 68, of Mount Pleasant, died Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the Henry County Health Center.

Michael was born February 17, 1956, in Peoria, Illinois, the son of Dewey and Doris (Hart) Brooks. Michael worked at Henry County Health Center, and most recently at Walmart as a Maintenance Supervisor.

Michael is survived by niece Amy (Jason) Olson, of Mount Pleasant, niece Kimberlee (Brian) Gumphrey of Centerville, nephew Cody Watts of Moravia, great nephew Johnny (Madison) Wells of Mount Pleasant, great niece Lizzie Wells,  great niece Heidi (John) Fry of Unionville, and many other nieces, nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Johnny Hewitt, Dave Hewitt, Rickie Brooks, and sister Carolyn Watts.

According to his wishes his body has been cremated and no services will be held. The Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory is caring for Michael and his family. www.powellfuneralhomes.com

Lyle Litton – Pending

By Allison Jacobs · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 2:31 pm CDT

Lyle Litton, 77, of Mt. Pleasant, died Friday, December 6, 2024 at New London Specialty Care.
Arrangements are pending at Elliott Chapel, New London.

Letha Sher Brown

By Allison Jacobs · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 2:12 pm CDT

Letha Sher Brown, 55, of Danville, died Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at home.

According to her wishes, her body has been cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Rebecca Jane White Manning

By Hayden Douglas · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 12:30 pm CDT

Rebecca Jane White Manning, 72, of Fairfield died Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.

Becky was born March 31, 1952, in Mount Pleasant, the daughter of Dale and Betty (Johnson) White. She attended Mount Pleasant High School. Rebecca worked as a cook at Hy-Vee in the kitchen. She enjoyed family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She faithfully read devotions each day and had a strong faith.  She didn’t know a stranger and Becky had a spunky side to her.

Becky is survived by two daughters Angie Welcher of Cedar Rapids, Jill Welcher of Mount Pleasant; six grandchildren Chase, Court, Autumn, Carissa, Cade, Chloe; five great grandchildren Ryu, Axton, Rowan, Oaklynn, Hazel; sister Velda Barrett of Mount Pleasant; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Tommy and Jim; and sister Sandy Elmore.

A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 A M, Saturday December 14, 2024, at the E3 Center, Mount Pleasant, Iowa. The Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory is caring for Becky and her family. www.powellfuneralhomes.com

Fort Madison Police Department Asking For Public’s Help

By Hayden Douglas · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 12:02 pm CDT

SPECIAL PRESS RELEASE

FORT MADISON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Missing Person

Friday December 6th, 2024 – The Fort Madison Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing person.

Aiyana La’Sue Young (Christofferson) 25, of Fort Madison voluntarily left her residence in the evening hours of 11/18/2024.

Young left with an unknown female friend, with a destination of Burlington, Iowa. Young did not return home, and the last communication with loved ones was via text on 11/21/2024. Young has not been heard from since. Young has been entered as a missing person.

If you have any information regarding this case, please contact the Fort Madison Police Department at 319-372-2525. A photo of Young has been attached below.

SCC Board Meetings Announced For Dec. 9th

By Hayden Douglas · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 11:42 am CDT

The SCC Board will have a Pre-Board meeting beginning at 4 pm in the Private Dining Room followed by the Regular Board meeting at 6 pm in the SCC Board Room both on the West Burlington Campus.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
1500 West Agency Road, West Burlington, Iowa – Board Room
Via Zoom @ https://scciowa.zoom.us/j/99222659964 Meeting ID: 992 2265 9964
Tentative Agenda
1.0 Routine Items
1.1 Call to Order, Roll Call, and Pledge of Allegiance
1.2 Adoption of Formal Agenda
1.3 Communications (Limited to Five (5) Minutes per Individual)
1.3.1 Audience
1.3.3 Administration
1.3.3 Board
1.4 Community Colleges for Iowa Trustees Report
2.0 Action Items
2.1 Approval of Consent Agenda
(NOTE: All matters listed on the attached Consent Agenda are considered to be
Routine by the Board of Trustees and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent
Agenda and will be considered separately.)
2.2 Presentation of the Audit
3.0 Accountability
3.1 President’s Report
3.2 Monthly Financial Report
3.3 Facilities Update
3.3 Board Self-Eval
4.0 Reorganization of the Board
4.1 Adjourn Sine Die
4.2 Call to Order and Roll Call by Secretary of the Board
4.3 Organization of the Board
4.3.1 Election of Board Chairperson
4.3.2 Election of Board Vice Chairperson
4.3.3 Appointment of Secretary
4.3.4 Appointment of Treasurer
4.3.5 Appointment of Representatives for the College County Fair Service Agency Board of
Directors
4.3.6 Appointment of Representatives for the Greater Burlington Area Sports Facilities
Board of Directors
4.3.7 Appointment of Iowa Association of Community College Trustees Representative and
Alternate
4.3.8 Resolution on Signatures for Depositoris

2024 Mount Pleasant Holiday Parade Winners Announced

By Hayden Douglas · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 11:05 am CDT

The downtown streets of mount pleasant were lined with parents and children Thursday night for the Holiday on Main celebration & Christmas Traditions parade. Over 50 floats braved the cold temperatures to parade the street for the holiday spirit. As the parade finished, families stuck around central park to visit with Santa Clause, roast chestnuts on an open fire, and read Christmas books with Mrs. Clause.

The 2024 Holiday Parade winners:

Best Community Entry:  Southeast Iowa Realty

Most Festive Entry:  Jefferson Antique Mall

Best Lighted Entry: Access Energy

Start 2025 With “Project Power”

By Hayden Douglas · Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 7:07 am CDT

Henry County Public Health & Healthy Henry County have partnered with the American Diabetes Association to host Project Power for adults. Project Power is a no-cost 12-week lifestyle change program that aims to help you lower your risk for type 2 diabetes. Amy Martin, a Henry County Public Health Nurse, tells us about what Project is.

The 12-week program will consists of interactive lessons and personalized health coaching that will guide you into a healthier lifestyle.

The classes are virtual so you can choose your own schedule. Amy talked about the class content.

Learn more about Project Power and register at diabetes.org/project-power.

Use referral code: C-2104