Rabbit:

Champion Commercial Rabbit- Grace Keltner

Fancy Rabbit Mini Rex- Khayden Rees

Champion Fancy Rabbit- Garrick Ball

Reserve Champ- Travis Tate

Best In Show- Garrick Ball

Reserve Best- Brantly Keltner

Champion Open Showman- Grace Keltner

Sr. Showman- Jonathan Warnstaff

Inter. Showman- Isabelle Warnstaff

Champion Ind. Herdsman- Grace Keltner

Horse:

Champion Horse Halter- Taylor Morrison

Reserve Champ- Kylie Morrison

Champion Mule & Donkey Halter- Emeree Hargrave

Senior Walk Trot: Kylie Morrison

Jr. Horsemanship- Brantley Keltner

Senior Horsemanship- Taylor Morrison

Jr. Western Pleasure- Brantly Keltner

Sr. Western Pleasure- Taylor Morrison

Jr. Barrels: Emeree Hargrave

Jr. Flags Race- Emeree Hargrave

Sr. Flags Race- Taylor Morrison

Jr. Poles- Emree Hargrave

Sr. Poles- Kylie Morrison

Costume: Emree Hargrave

Jr. Trail-  Adeline Bishop

Sr. Trail- Taylor Morrison

High Point Jr- Tatum Woepking

High Point Sr- Taylor Morrison

Swine:

Champion Commerical Gilt: Jase Henidel

Reserve Champ- Jase Heindel

3^rd Overall- Kaelyn Townsley

Champion Purebred Breeding Gilt- Emma Salazar

Reserve Champion- Peyton Salazar

3^rd Overall- Kaelyn Townsley

Grand Champion Breeding Gilt- Jase Henidel

Reserve Champ- Jase Heindel

3^rd Overall- Emma Salazar

4^th Overall- Peyton Salazar

5^th Overall- Kaelyn Townsley

Champion Lightweight Market Barrow- Eli Miller

Reserve Champ- Kaelyn Townsley

Champion Middleweight Market Barrow- Emma Salazar

Reserve Champ- Jake Milder

Champion Heavyweight Market Barrow- Jase Henidel

Reserve Champ- Jase Heindel

Champion Crossbred Market Gilt- Josie Nelson

Reserve Champ- Drew Totemeier

Champion Purebred Market Swine- Peyton Salazar

Reserve Champ- Gabe Totemeier

Grand Champion Market Swine- Jase Heindel

Reserve Champ- Jase Henidel

3^rd Overall- Emma Salazar

4^th Overall- Jake Milder

5^th Overall- Josie Nelson

Champion Open- Gabe Totemeier

Champ Senior Showman- Wyatt Strawhacker

Champ Intermediate Showman- Kale Brown

Champ Junior Showman- Jase Heindel

Mount Pleasant, IA — The Mount Pleasant Community School District’s music program is striking a new chord this year with the return of a familiar face. Micah Peck, a 1996 graduate of Mount Pleasant High School and 2001 Iowa Wesleyan alum, is stepping into the role of music director—bringing with him a deep appreciation for the town, its traditions, and a clear passion for shaping students through music.

Peck moved to Mount Pleasant in third grade and says growing up in the southeast Iowa town helped shape him both personally and professionally. After college, Peck launched a career in music education that has spanned more than two decades. Now, returning to Mount Pleasant three years ago with his family, he’s ready to take the helm of the same program that inspired him as a student.

As band camp kicks off, there’s a sense of excitement in the air—not just among returning students, but also alumni and families invested in the program’s long-standing legacy. Drumline and front ensemble members have already been meeting, putting in extra hours to prepare for the marching season ahead.

While there’s plenty of work ahead, Mr. Peck is grateful for the warm welcome and ongoing support.

With a rich musical legacy behind him and a vision for what’s ahead, Micah Peck is ready to lead the next generation of Mount Pleasant musicians—one spirited note at a time.

An exciting new escape room experience is coming to Winfield at the end of July, offering local residents and visitors a thrilling mystery to solve: What’s Gone Wrong in the Lab?

Hosted as part of the 2025 Crooked Creek festivities, this interactive event will be held in the historic Old Pilot Grove Bank building — the future site of the Winfield Public Library. Participants will be plunged into a chaotic laboratory setting filled with bubbling beakers, mysterious clues, and puzzling challenges as they race against the clock to escape.

The escape room will run for multiple days, with 45-minute sessions offered at the following times:

• Tuesday, July 29: 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 30: 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m.
• Thursday, July 31: 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m.
• Friday, August 1: 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m.
• Saturday, August 2: 12, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 p.m.
• Sunday, August 3: 9, 10, 11 a.m., 12, 1, 2 p.m.

The cost is $10 per person, and teams of 4–8 people are recommended for the best experience. With limited slots available, advanced reservations are highly recommended. To book your spot, call 319-931-3169.

The event is organized and sponsored by WMU’s 2026 Student Europe Trip, making it a fun and educational fundraiser to support international learning opportunities for local students.

If you’re ready for an immersive adventure and want to help solve the mystery of a science experiment gone wrong, make your reservation today — and prepare to escape!

Drivers in Henry County will notice several changes on area roadways following new traffic resolutions passed by the Board of Supervisors and the Mount Pleasant City Council this week. The adjustments are aimed at improving safety, consistency, and traffic flow in and around the communities of Salem and Mount Pleasant.

Salem Speed Zone Adjustments Finalized

The Henry County Board of Supervisors approved Resolution 2025-25, establishing new speed limits for all four paved routes leading into the City of Salem. The changes follow a comprehensive speed study conducted by County Engineer Jake Hotchkiss, in coordination with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office and City of Salem officials.

Key changes include:

• 40 mph transition zones will now begin roughly 500 to 1,000 feet before entering city limits.
• 25 mph limits will apply throughout Salem city limits, providing a uniform speed standard.
• The previously posted 20 mph speed limit around the city square will be eliminated for consistency, aligning with the citywide 25 mph limit.
• New flashing speed feedback signs and pedestrian beacons will be installed near the school crosswalk to enhance pedestrian safety, especially for students.

Hotchkiss noted that the updates are designed to reduce confusion for drivers and create a safer environment for both motorists and pedestrians.

In Mount Pleasant, the City Council gave final approval to three ordinance amendments during their most recent meeting, affecting parking rules, stop signage, and speed limits.

1. Parking Restriction on Plum Street
   A revision to Chapter 12 of the city code now prohibits parking along Plum Street between North Main and North Abbott Street. The measure was approved unanimously to improve visibility and traffic flow in the area.
2. New Stop Signs on Harvest Drive
   Stop signs will be installed for both northbound and southbound traffic at the intersection of Harvest Drive and South Walnut Street, addressing concerns about intersection safety.
3. Speed Limit Increase on South Walnut Street
   The council also approved raising the speed limit to 35 mph on South Walnut Street, from Harvest Drive to the southern city limits. Officials say the change is meant to enhance safety and help reduce dust along the route. This ordinance also received unanimous support.

These coordinated updates reflect ongoing efforts by local officials to address traffic concerns, standardize regulations, and make travel safer for area residents.