Keith Grimm

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 9:58 am CDT

Keith Grimm, 79, of Wapello passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 at Keosauqua Health Center.  A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2024  at the Louisa County Izaak Walton, 10892 County Road X61, Wapello.  Private Family Graveside Service will be held in Port Louisa Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for a brick to be placed at the Grandview Vietnam Memorial Wall, a flag at the Wapello Cemetery in Keith’s memory and Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.     Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservices.com.  Snyder & Hollenbaugh Funeral & Cremation Service of Wapello are caring for Keith’s arrangement and his family.

Keith Grimm was born on June 15, 1944 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Clyde and Frances (Zoglman) Grimm.  Keith was a 1962 graduate of Wapello High School.  He proudly served his country in the United States Navy serving on the USS Hancock.  On February 19, 1966, Keith was united in marriage to Carla Cross at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Columbus Junction.    Keith was a Sheet Metal Worker for Local Union 91.  He enjoyed horses, old time farming equipment, fishing, hunting and especially talking about his grandchildren.

Keith will be deeply missed by his children, Angie Ketcham of Muscatine, Amy (Rich) Lugo of Wapello, Josh Grimm of Lewiston, Idaho, Jebediah (Robin) Grimm of Wapello and Julie Grimm of Wapello; grandchildren, Nic (Danielle) Stratton, Alex (Anthony) Longhurst, Lucee Lugo, Macalister Lugo, Joe Lugo, Teresa (Travis) Vick, Zachary Grimm, Logan Grimm, Chase Grimm, McKenna (Ian) Poe, Morgan Grimm, Kasey Grimm, Kaleb Grimm and Tucker Tipps; great-grandchildren, Natalie Stratton, Lilly Longhurst, Alaina Longhurst, Oliver Longhurst, James Longhurst, Henry Longhurst, Tristan Vick, Copper Vick, Nova Vick, Maverick Vick and Vayda Poe; sister, Cheyrel (Mike) McConahay of Russell, Iowa; sister-in-law, Cindy Grimm of Letts and nieces and nephews.

Keith was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Carla on November 6, 2021; son-in-law, Ray Ketcham; brother, Dick Grimm and sister, Sandie Hook.

Iowa Project Aware Coming Through Mount Pleasant and Southeast Iowa July 7-12th

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 8:43 am CDT

The state’s largest volunteer river cleanup event, Iowa Project AWARE, is excited to celebrate 21 years of beautifying Iowa waterways and spreading watershed awareness. Over 300 volunteers will be heading to Southeast Iowa to clean up 75 miles of the Skunk River this July 7-12.

 

This year, volunteers and organizers aim to surpass 1 million pounds of trash removed from Iowa rivers. As part of Iowa Project AWARE’s mission to improve and protect the environment and natural resources, organizers limit contributions to landfills by recycling 81% of all river finds, including 228 tons of scrap metal and nearly 7,000 tires.

 

Volunteers will embark by canoe on the Skunk River in Richland and make their way southeast to Burlington over the course of five days. Volunteers will load their canoes with trash by day and tent camp and participate in educational programs by night. Speakers from around the state are coming to present on the unique features of the Iowa River, covering topics such as birding programs with renowned birder Kelly McKay, river and lake management with Claire Hruby (Drake University), insights into the Iowa Mussel Blitz with Scott Gritters (Iowa DNR), and the history of the Ho-Chunk Tribe presented by Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Bill Quakenbush, who will also showcase his traditional dug-out canoe!

 

As volunteers paddle their way down to Mount Pleasant from July 11-12, campers will stay on the outskirts of the city at Oakland Mills Water Works Area. Caleb Waters, Executive Director of Henry County Conservation, stated, “The Henry County Conservation Department would like to express our support for Project AWARE as they continue to improve Iowa’s water quality through annual river cleanups. When the canoes pass through, there is an immediate and visible difference as tires, bottles, and other debris are removed. The group also encourages long-term change by emphasizing stewardship of public lands and a deeper understanding of a river’s flora and fauna.”

 

Slots are still open if you are interested in joining the cleanup efforts. Registration can be found on their website at www.iowaprojectaware.org

Camp at Old Threshers During RAGBRAI

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 8:30 am CDT

Calling all campers! RAGBRAI is right around the corner and that means camping, and you don’t have to go far to find a great spot. The Old Threshers Campground will be open for camping that Friday evening July 26th, and registered riders can reserve a spot for $50. This is a 30amp site with shared water. Non-registered riders can also reserve a spot for $70. Registration closes on July 12th, so hurry and get your reservations in.

Accepted forms of payment include Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express. Call 319 385 8937 to reserve today! As well as a camp site, there will be restrooms, showers, and food and fun on the grounds that night.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Supplemental Checks for Seniors

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 8:26 am CDT

The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is now accepting applications. This program provides eligible older adults with checks, totaling $50, that can be spent at participating farmers’ markets and roadside stands. This money can be used to purchase fresh, Iowa grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey. To receive an application, please call milestones at 855 410 6222. *Participants who received coupons last year will automatically receive a 2024 application. *

Participants must be 60 years of age or older at the time of application. They must live in the service area of Milestones Area Agency on Aging, and they must have a yearly income below $27,861 if single or $37,814 for a household of two.

Two People Injured in Burlington Shooting

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 8:24 am CDT

On June 8th at approximately 9:40 P.M., Burlington Police Officers responded to a report of shots being fired in the 700 Blk Oak St. Upon officer’s arrival they located multiple shell casings outside of 713 Oak St. Officers learned that two individuals had been injured. Both individuals were transported to Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, where they were both treated for, what appears to be non-life-threatening single gunshot wounds. This incident appears to be isolated. The facts and circumstances surrounding this incident remain under investigation by the Burlington Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division.

Anyone with information about this, or other recent shooting incidents, is encouraged to call the Burlington Police Department at (319) 671-7001, or Crime Stoppers at (319) 753-6835. If you leave a Crime Stoppers tip and your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.

Mount Pleasant School Board Meeting This Evening

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 8:24 am CDT

Although school is out for the summer, work still needs to be done in the school district. The Mount Pleasant Community School Board will meet in regular session this evening for a board meeting beginning at 6:00pm.

First off is the recognition of retirees for their many combined years of service to the school district. Afterwards, Mr. Wilson, Mr. Adams, and Ms. Sands, will provide an instructional report on summer school, which has begun. Superintendent Henriksen will give an update on Grade-Alike elementary. The transition into the new buildings and classrooms has already began. The Chapel repair has also been going smoothly, and he will update the board on that. You can’t escape hearing about RAGBRAI, as that overnight stop in Mount Pleasant scheduled for July 26th even affects the school district. Henriksen will give more information on that this evening.

There will be readings on multiple school board policies, and the evening will culminate in a year-end review of the Superintendent’s job performance, as per Iowa Code.

This meeting will be held at the high school media center at 6:00pm, and is open to the public.

Sports, June 10th

By Slaten Swords · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 7:38 am CDT

High School Baseball

Burlington Notre Dame traveled to North Scott for the Lancer Baseball Invitational over the weekend and split their games. The Nikes took down the Lancers 6-1 as Landry Haberichter and Spencer Brent each tabbed two RBIs in the win. 

Game two saw Notre Dame lose their first game of the season against Cedar Falls 9-6. Eli Oleson slugged a home run and collected two RBIs in the losing effort. The Nikes will face off against Louisa-Muscatine tonight on the road at 5:30 pm. 

Fairfield will compete against Washington tonight at 5:30 pm in a road doubleheader. 

Mt. Pleasant will host Burlington tonight in a doubleheader with game one at 5:30 pm. 

Danville will travel to Highland tonight at 5:30 pm. 

Mediapolis will take on Hillcrest Academy tonight at 5:30 pm at home. 

Winfield-Mt. Union will face off against Van Buren County tonight at 5:30 pm on the road. 

Central Lee will take on Mediapolis tomorrow, June 11th, at 5:30 pm on the road. 

New London will square off against Burlington Notre Dame tomorrow at 5:30 pm on the road. 

West Burlington will play Louisa-Muscatine on Wednesday, June 12th, on the road at 5:30 pm. 

High School Softball

Fairfield hosted a tournament over the weekend and here’s how Saturday’s slate of games played out. 

Mt. Pleasant dropped their game to Fairfield 10-0. Chaley Cook and Lila Cook each picked up the hit in the loss. In the Panthers’ second game of the day, Mt. Pleasant jumped out to a 4 to 0 lead over Van Buren County but was unable to hold off the Warriors, losing 5-4. Ashlynn Huff led the Warriors with two RBIs, while Emma Starr cracked a three-RBI triple for the Panthers. 

Fairfield’s second game was a 3-0 loss to Cardinal, while the Comets defeated Van Buren County 4-0 in game one. 

Shockingly, West Burlington dropped both of their contests on Saturday: 10-8 against Grinnell and 7-6 to Central Lee. Shona Anderson cracked a home run and collected six RBIs between the two contests. 

Central Lee’s first game of the day did not go as planned as the Hawks fell to Chariton 8-0. 

Mt. Pleasant will host Burlington tonight in a doubleheader with game one at 5:30 pm. KILJ 105.5 FM, kilj.com, will be on the call with the pregame show at 5:15 pm. 

West Burlington will take on Holy Trinity Catholic tomorrow, June 11th, at 5:30 pm on the road. 

Central Lee will square off against Mediapolis tomorrow at 7 pm on the road. 

Fairfield will face off against Washington in a conference doubleheader tonight at 5:30 pm on the road. 

Van Buren County will host Winfield-Mt. Union tonight at 7 pm. 

Winfield-Mt. Union competed at the BGM Triangular over the weekend and lost both opponents: 12-0 to East Marshall and 15-1 to BGM. 

Holy Trinity Catholic will host Lone Tree tonight at 5:30 pm. 

Danville will travel to Highland tonight at 7 pm. 

WACO will take on Louisa-Muscatine tomorrow at 5:30 pm at home. 

Mt. Pleasant Track and Field

The high school track and field season ended back on May 18th, but Mt. Pleasant celebrated their seasons with an award ceremony and here’s the honorees.

For the girls’ team, Alex Scott earned “Leading Scorer” as she was one of the individual qualifiers for the state meet where she finished in 8th place for the 100-meter dash and ran in the three relays. She also broke a school record. 

Kya Goodrich was named “Most Improved” as she took 7th place at the state meet in the discus with a throw of 119 feet and 6 inches. Bailey Jalas also grabbed “Most Improved” as she finished with a school record and 15th in state at the long jump.

Rookie of the Year went to Kiyah Sanders. The freshman was a part of the 4×200 meter relay team that finished in 9th place at the state meet. Andi Scott and Kynlee White also broke school records.

Lastly, Courtney Raub was honored with the “Panther Award.” The senior leader participated in the 800-sprint medley team that competed at state. The girls’ team finished in first place at five meets and took second at the SEC conference meet. 

On the boys’ side, Payson Coleman and Harmon Ensminger were both awarded with the “Panther Award.” Gavin Slagel was given “Most Improved.” Jude Dykstra earned the “Hammer Award.” Hoang Quang took home “Rookie of the Year” for his performance in the long jump.

Lastly, Avin Truong was named team “MVP.” Truong earned a trip to the state meet where he finished in 14th place with a leap of 20 feet and 4.5 inches. His best jump of the year was 21 feet and 11 inches. Truong also had the fastest times in the 100 and 200-meter dashes. 

The Mt. Pleasant boys’ team claimed four second-place finishes this season. 

Prospect League

The Burlington Bees defeated the Jackson Rockabillys on Saturday with a final score that resembled closer to a football game, 15-14 after 10 innings. Reese Moore clocked two doubles and collected four RBIs in the winning effort as Jace Figueroa scored the winning run on a wild pitch. 

The Clinton LumberKings demolished the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes early in the weekend 10-0. Jalen Martinez led the charge with three RBIs. 

The LumberKings and Bees took on one another last night with Clinton winning in considerable fashion 16-3. Landon Akers had a triple and two RBIs for the Bees. 

Burlington will play tomorrow, June 11th, on the road against the Illinois Valley Pistol Shrimp at 7:05 pm.

Clinton will take on the Lucky Horseshoes tomorrow at home at 6:30 pm. 

This Day in Sports History

1880 – MLB Boston Red Caps’ outfielder Charley Jones becomes the first to hit two home runs in one inning, both off of Tom Poorman in a 19-3 win over the visiting Buffalo Bisons. 

1944 – Relief pitcher Joe Nuxhall at 15 years, 316 days, debuts for the Cincinnati Reds; becoming the youngest player in MLB history. He later becomes an All-Star and a broadcaster.

1974 – Philadelphia Phillies slugger Mike Schmidt hits a ball off the public address speaker hanging from the Houston Astrodome roof. The first time the feat was accomplished since the Astrodome opened in 1965. 

Henry County Supervisors Special Session Meeting Agenda 06/11

By Yorke Prough · Monday, June 10th, 2024 at 6:50 am CDT

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

 

June 11, 2024

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes

9:00 Canvass Votes of Primary Election June 4, 2024

9:20 Approve Resolution #16-2024 to

Abate Taxes on Dawn R Rugg Parcel # G4273

Other County Business as time allows

 Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates