Timothy James Heusel

By Allison Jacobs · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 12:10 pm CDT

Timothy James Heusel, 62, of New London, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice, West Burlington.  He was born in Cook County, Chicago, Illinois on February 9, 1961. Logan Henry and Miriam Carleen Hackman Heusel adopted him in December of 1962 from the Lake Bluff Children’s Home, Chicago, Illinois, after having him as a foster child for over a year.

He was a 1979 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School and a member of The United Methodist Church in Mt. Pleasant. On April 14, 1984 he married Julie Lynn Ganka in Arlington, Texas.  She died December 6, 2010.

He worked as a truck driver for Aldi Foods, West Burlington, and at Ideal Concrete, Mt. Pleasant.  Tim very much enjoyed riding his Harley, watching Nascar, attending races especially at Knoxville, and time visiting with all of his friends.

Tim is survived by his son Joshua (Charity) Heusel of Burlington; his beloved terrier Tug; and a host of friends.  Preceding him in death were his wife, parents, grandparents, and brother Eric Bryan.

The family will greet friends from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Elliott Chapel, New London.   According to his wishes, his body has been cremated and a private family inurnment will be held at Burge Cemetery next to his beloved wife, Julie.  Memorials have been established for Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice and Burge Cemetery Association.  Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.

Public Health needs your input to improve the health of Henry County

By Allison Jacobs · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 6:39 am CDT

Henry County Public Health, Henry County Health Center, and ISU Extension and Outreach are
partnering to complete a new community health assessment of Henry County. This assessment will
include gathering input on what is important for a healthy community, any problems you have accessing
health care, and what you think should be our top priorities to improve the overall health of Henry
County.

Your voice is important, and we want to hear from you! Everyone who lives or works in Henry County is
invited to fill out the survey one time during the month of June. This information will be used to
determine priorities for future community health programs and activities and also helps us to get
funding!

You can take the short survey online at surveymonkey.com/r/HealthyHenry or fill out a paper survey at
Public Health, Henry County Extension office, HCHC ER, or the New London, Wayland, and Winfield
clinics. Spanish surveys are available at Public Health. All responses are anonymous. Please encourage
your friends and neighbors to fill this out so we can hear from as many people as possible. Additional
materials to post or share at your place of business are available at Public Health.
Thank you in advance for helping us better understand your health needs so that we can work to create
a healthier Henry County! If you have any questions, please contact Public Health at 319-385-0779 or
stop by 106 N. Jackson St., Ste 103 in Mt. Pleasant.

Sports, June 7th

By Slaten Swords · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 6:32 am CDT

High School Baseball

Mt. Pleasant will travel to take on Keokuk tomorrow, June 8th, with first pitch at 7:30 pm.

Winfield-Mt. Union will travel to take on New London tonight. The Tigers have won the last 9 matchups against the Wolves. 

Danville will host Pekin tonight.

Central Lee will take on Mediapolis tomorrow on the road at 5:30 pm.

New London fell to Van Buren County last night 14-4. Jackson Manning had a double and 3 RBIs while Taylor Sprouse had his own double and 2 RBIs for the Warriors. Dominic Meierotto notched 4 strikeouts in 5 innings of work. The Warriors will host Hillcrest Academy today. 

Mediapolis took down West Burlington last night 6-4. Hayden Vandenberg added another home run to his season total as Kody Allen and Vandenberg each finished with 2 RBIs for the Falcons. The Bulldogs face off against Wapello tonight.  

In Southeast Iowa conference (SEC) play, Washington will host Fort Madison tomorrow with first pitch at 7:30 pm. Burlington will travel to take on Fairfield tomorrow at 7:30 pm to conclude their series. 

High School Softball

Mt. Pleasant and Keokuk finish up their series tomorrow, June 8th, at 7 pm. KILJ will be on the call with pregame at 6:45 pm.

Winfield-Mt. Union lost to Lone Tree last night 22-8. Josie Nelson went 2 for 4 with an RBI. Anna Anderson notched 3 hits, while tallying 2 RBIs. Keely Malone and Katie Miller each picked up an RBI. The Wolves travel to take on New London tonight at 7 pm. KILJ will be on the call with pregame at 6:45 pm.

Danville will face off against Mediapolis on Friday, June 9th, at 7 pm.

Holy Trinity Catholic will take on Highland tonight.

New London fell to Van Buren County 13-1 yesterday. Ivy Davison, Kylee Roan, and Riley Cavaness each picked up 2 RBIs in the winning effort for the Warriors. The Warriors will take on Hillcrest Academy today. 

Mediapolis lost to West Burlington 12-0 last night. Lauren Summers smacked a home run and tallied 5 RBIs in the contest for the Falcons. The Bulldogs face off against Wapello tonight. 

In other SEC games, Fort Madison swept Davenport Central 8-5 in game one and 6-3 in game two. The Bloodhounds travel to take on Washington tomorrow. Fairfield will host Burlington tomorrow at 7:30 pm. 

Iowa Hawkeye Track and Field

The Hawkeyes are sending 14 entries to the NCAA Outdoor Championships taking place today through the 10th. Austin West is a name to look out for in the men’s decathlon as his 8,038 points is good for 5th in the NCAA. James Carter Jr. will be competing in his 3rd straight NCAA outdoor championship in the triple jump as he spots a 15.75 meter leap. 

The women’s team will have 7 competitors as Paige Magee will participate in the 100 meter hurdles and the 400 meter hurdles. 

Iowa State Track and Field

The Cyclones will have 6 entries in the NCAA Outdoor Championships. Janette Schraft will compete in the 3,000 meter steeplechase as she holds the school record. Emily March makes her return to the discus ring after becoming the first woman in ISU history to earn All-American honors in the discus as she also holds the school record at 191 feet 11 inches. 

This Day in Sports History

1936 – New York Yankees beats Cleveland 5-4 in 16 innings; longest game without a strikeout.

1989 – First baseball game to start outdoors and end indoors, as the Toronto Blue Jays stadium closed their roof during the game at 8:48 pm and beat the Brewers 4-2.

2018 – Stanley Cup Final, T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, NV: Washington Capitals beat Las Vegas Golden Knights, 4-3 for a 4-1 series victory; first title in franchise history.

Clair Bell McBride

By Allison Jacobs · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 6:24 am CDT
Clair Bell McBride, 81, a resident of Farmington, Iowa, passed away, June 6, 2023, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
Clair was born on June 20, 1941, in Keokuk, the son of Clair A. and Bertha Belle (Cochenour) McBride. On May 12, 1961, he married Marlene Townsend at First Baptist Church in Farmington.
Clair was a graduate of Kahoka High School in Kahoka, Missouri. He worked at DuPont in Fort Madison for twenty years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Farmington where he served as a trustee. Clair served as a volunteer fireman for the Farmington Fire Department for thirty-four years and an EMT for thirty-one years.
Clair thoroughly enjoyed volunteering at Midwest Old Threshers in Mt. Pleasant where he had served as Campground Director. He never knew a stranger and would always talk to anyone he met regarding any topic. Clair enjoyed making wood projects in his shop for family and friends.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife: Marlene; children: Shelia (Christopher) Bell and Joe McBride, both of Farmington; grandchildren: Rachel (Scott) Brown of Bettendorf and Adam (Sarah) Bell of Muscatine; great-grandchildren: Benjamin and Bindi Brown; sister: Nancie Holmes of Kahoka, Missouri; brother-in-law: David Townsend of Farmington. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in-law: John and Beulah Townsend; sister: Betty Jean “Jeannie” DeWitt; brothers-in-law: Larry Holmes and Ron DeWitt; and a sister-in-law: Glenda Townsend.
Friends may call after 12:00 noon, Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 9, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Farmington with Reverend Chad Welch officiating.
Burial will be at Greenglade Cemetery in Farmington.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Farmington.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com

Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements

More Local and Easily Accessible Homes Needed For Midwest Old Threshers

By Allison Jacobs · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 5:56 am CDT

Midwest Old Threshers Reunion is in need of more individuals with easily accessible homes to open their homes for the
“local In-Home Stay Program.” According to the program’s coordinator, Lori Shoultz, the current list has been exhausted.
Many visitors are still looking for a place to stay during the 2023 Midwest Old Threshers Reunion on August 31 thru
September 4. Homeowners interested in opening their homes to an Old Threshers visitor should contact Lori Shoultz at
309-791-7689.

Cynthia Houston

By Allison Jacobs · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 5:54 am CDT

Cynthia “Cindy” Houston, 72, of Salem, died unexpectedly Monday, June 5, 2023, at the Henry County Health Center. Services are pending at Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel.

Henry County Supervisors Agenda, June 7th

By Allison Jacobs · Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 at 5:54 am CDT

Henry County Supervisors

100 E Washington St Ste 202

Mt Pleasant IA 52641

Fax: 319-385-3601

Chad White, Chairman 319-385-0759 Marc Lindeen, Vice-Chairman  319-385-0760 Greg Moeller, Member  319-385-0761

AGENDA

June 8, 2023

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes

Approve Claims

9:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update

Other County Business as time allows

Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates

 

The Board of Supervisors meets regularly on Tuesday and Thursday mornings usually beginning at 9:00 AM. All meetings are open to the public unless, for purposes described in Code of Iowa Chapter 21, a closed meeting is necessary or advisable to protect the interests of individuals or the County. All persons are invited to take an active roll in Henry County government. Agenda appointments will need to be scheduled through Henry County Auditor’s Office. You may address the Board (without an appointment) while they are in session if you are willing to wait your turn at an unscheduled agenda time.

First Presbyterian Church to Kick Off Their Matthew 25 Summer Film Series June 19th

By Slaten Swords · Tuesday, June 6th, 2023 at 2:01 pm CDT

Mt. Pleasant, IA- The Fellowship Hall at the First Presbyterian Church will be showing “Jerry’s Last Mission” on Monday, June 19th, from 7 pm to 9 pm. The film will be the first in their Matthew 25 Summer Film Series.

“Jerry’s Last Mission” is a documentary about Jerry Yellin, a Fairfield resident, detailing his time in the military during World War II as a P-51 fighter pilot who flew combat missions in over Iwo Jima and Japan. The story pivots to his life after the military and the post-traumatic stress that followed fighting in the war. Yellin dealt with survivor’s guilt and thoughts of suicide in his return to civilian life.

Yellin worked to overcome his PTSD when his son moved to Japan and married the daughter of a Kamikaze pilot, who survived the war due to being sent off to another assignment in China. Despite the perceived differences, the two became friends after realizing they had more similarities. Working through his adversity, Yellin would travel and talk about his experiences and becoming a man who urges peace.

Yellin met Jim Belilove, the Executive Director, in Fairfield along with Louisa Merino, who was working for David Lynch Foundation Television when she was interested in making his story become film. The film was shown at Dubuque’s Film Festival in late April of this year.

Belilove will be in attendance to have a one-hour discussion about the film. The First Presbyterian Church is located at 902 S Walnut Street, Mt. Pleasant.