Sports, June 28th

By Parker Testa · Tuesday, June 28th, 2022 at 9:43 am CDT

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Softball was defeated in both games of a doubleheader Monday night against Burlington. The Panthers were defeated by a score of 7-1 in Game 1. Ella McNamee pitched 4 full innings allowing 5 runs, 2 earned. Panther Softball rallied late in Game 2 but came up short with the final being 8-5. Ty Alter pitched 3.2 innings and allowed four runs. Emma Starr went 2 for 3 with 2 RBIs. Jayden Housh went 2 for 3 with 2 stolen bases and 2 runs scored. Jersey Beachy was 2 for 4 with an RBI. MP Head Coach Mike Beason following last night’s games: “Our pitchers worked hard and pitched well overall. Good timely hitting in the second game. Proud of the players effort, attitude, and grit their showing.” Mount Pleasant Softball will be back on the field on Wednesday night for a 7:00 PM matchup on the road with Davis County.

Mount Pleasant Baseball squared off with Burlington in a doubleheader last night. Burlington took Game 1 over Mount Pleasant 12-2. Zerek Venghaus pitched 5 full innings allowing 7 runs, 6 earned on 6 hits with 6 walks and striking out 3. Jacob Ensminger finished the first game 2 for 3. The Panthers were defeated 3-2 in Game 2. Trevor Wellington pitched the complete game allowing 3 runs, 2 earned on 6 hits with 5 walks and striking out 4. Cooper Keldgord, Carter Amos, and Zerek Venghaus all had singles. MP Baseball will be back on the field on Thursday night for a doubleheader on the road against Fairfield. The first game starts at 5:30 with the second at 7:30 and you can catch live coverage of both games on KILJ.

New London

New London Baseball defeated Burlington Notre Dame 8-1 Monday night to improve to 21-0 on the season. Senior Kooper Schulte went 3 for 4 with a walk, a double, a home run, and 2 RBIs. Senior Tucker Gibbar was 2 for 4 with a double. Senior Seth Bailey pitched 5 full innings allowing 2 hits and striking out 6. Tiger Baseball is back on the field tonight at home against Van Buren County with a start time of 7:00 PM.

Winfield-Mt. Union

Winfield-Mt.Union Softball was defeated by Highland 9-1 Monday night. Wolves Softball will be back on the field tonight on the road against Hillcrest Academy. That game is set to begin at 7:00 PM.

Winfield-Mt. Union Baseball was defeated by Highland 8-3 on Monday night. Wolves Baseball is back in action tonight on the road against Hillcrest Academy. That game is set to start at 7:00 PM.

Iowa Wesleyan Men’s Basketball

Iowa Wesleyan Men’s Basketball will host a 3 vs. 3 basketball tournament on July 4th at Ruble Arena on the Iowa Wesleyan University campus in Mount Pleasant. All ages are welcome from 3rd grade on through adult ages. There will be a DJ playing music during the event and concession stand availability. The cost to enter is $60 per team. Each team must have at least 3 players with a maximum of 4 players. Payment is required before the start of the first game. Checks can be made payable to Iowa Wesleyan Men’s Basketball. Each athlete must sign a waiver of liability and complete a health information form prior to competing. That form can be sent via email (listed below).

Registration, questions, or concerns may be directed to Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Jordan Ashton, at jordan.ashton@iw.edu

This Day in Sports History

1971 – The U.S. Supreme Court overturned the draft evasion conviction of Muhammad Ali.

1995 – The NBA Draft was held at the Skydome in Toronto, Ontario. It was the first time the draft was held outside the United States.

1997 – Mike Tyson was disqualified for biting Evander Holyfield’s ear after three rounds of their WBA heavyweight title fight in Las Vegas, NV.

2000 – Jeff Cirillo (Colorado Rockies) hit three home runs and a double against San Francisco.

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway turns 62 today.

Gene McWhirter (final arrangements)

By Theresa Rose · Tuesday, June 28th, 2022 at 8:03 am CDT

Edward “Gene” Eugene McWhirter, 81, of Mount Pleasant, died Sunday, June 26, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital.

Gene was born on June 22, 1941, in Newton, the son of Robert Wilson and Lillian (Robinett) McWhirter. Growing up Gene would help his father on the farm, which sparked his lifelong interest. He graduated from Baxter High School in 1959 and continued his education at the University of Iowa. Gene moved to Fort Madison and was a partner in H&M Chevrolet Olds. On November 1, 1969, Gene was united in marriage to Kathie Elliott in Newton. The couple moved to Mount Pleasant in 1972, and Gene opened McWhirter Chevrolet Buick shortly after. He enjoyed gardening, field trials, and attending auctions. Gene was a jack of all trades, he was an auctioneer, private pilot, bought and sold farm machinery for many years and loved his fishing trips to Canada. He was a member of the Elks Lodge, Iowa Automobile Dealers Association, National Automobile Dealers Association and attended the First Presbyterian Church.

Gene is survived by his wife Kathie, son Matthew of Washington, daughter Melissa (Phil) Peitz of Donnellson; five grandchildren, William and Lauren McWhirter, Allison, Abigail and Andrew Peitz; siblings Phyllis Ballard of Newton, Sharon (Tom) DeWitt of Rogersville, MO, Linda McWhirter of Newton, Laurie (James) Davis of Avalon, NJ, and Ben (Mariea) Bucklin of Baxter, many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Robert Dean, sister Carolyn Ankeny, nephews Brian McWhirter and Tim Ballard.

Visitation will be held 1:00 – 7:00 pm Thursday, June 30, 2022, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. The family will not be present. A private family service will be held. A memorial fund has been established for the Mount Pleasant Community School District Foundation – FFA. The Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel is caring for Gene and his family.

 

Henry County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 5:08 pm CDT

AGENDA

 

June 28, 2022

 

Approve Agenda

 

Approve Minutes

 

9:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update

 

9:30 Bond Awarded for Series 2022A

 

10:00 Approve Final Plat Sarah’s Lake Subdivision in 34-73-7

 

10:15 Resolutions of ARPA Funds being Disbursed at this time

 

Other County Business as time allows

 

Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates

Phyllis A. Conner

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 4:28 pm CDT

Phyllis A. Conner, 91, of Mount Pleasant, died Saturday, June 25, 2022, at the Henry County Health Center.

Phyllis was born November 20, 1930, in Illinois, the daughter of Samuel and Elsie (Ahlers) Lant. She graduated from Media High School and received her training to become a nurse at the Mercy Hospital in Burlington. Phyllis was united in marriage to Edgar Conner on February 20, 1954 in Mount Pleasant. The couple moved to Mount Pleasant where Phyllis worked for over 40 years at the Mount Pleasant Community Hospital and worked as a hospice nurse after she retired. Phyllis was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She loved spending time with her grandchildren doing crossword puzzles and tending to her garden. Phyllis’ cats were her pride and joy and she loved them dearly.

Phyllis is survived by four children, Don (Danna) Conner of Peoria, Arizona; Debra (Michael Miles) Conner, Diane (Kevin) Dunsmore, Doug (Diana Winerich) Conner all of Mount Pleasant; two grandchildren, Whitni and Cody, six great grandchildren, a sister Gladys (Dan) Gulich of Kirkwood, Illinois, and a brother Ivan Lant of Stronghurst, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a granddaughter, a great granddaughter, and three siblings, Carol McGeehan, Max Lant and Catherine Wallace.

A memorial service will be held 10:30 am Saturday, July 9, 2022, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am until service time. Burial will follow in the Forest Home Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established for the American Heart Association.

Paul Jacobson (final arrangements)

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 11:01 am CDT

Paul Jacobson, 52, of Mount Pleasant, passed away unexpectedly at the Henry County Health Center on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.

Paul was born August 5, 1969, in Glencoe, Minnesota, the son of Thomas and Janet (Collins) Jacobson. He graduated from Waconia High School and St. Paul Tech Trade School. Paul lived in Minnesota until moving to Fairfield in 2015. On October 24, 2015, Paul was united in marriage to Megan Wenstrand in the Lake of the Ozarks. The couple and their six-year-old son Cadon moved to Mount Pleasant earlier this year. Paul achieved his lifelong dream of owning and operating his own company when he opened Eagle One Printing. He was currently working at Innovairre in production management. Paul was a member of the Swedesburg Lutheran Church, First Lutheran Church in Fairfield and the Mount Pleasant Golf and Country Club.

Before moving to Iowa, he was a longtime member of the Island View Golf Club in Waconia, Minnesota, and would make a special trip back every year to play in the Alumni Cup. Paul loved to spend time at his parents’ home in Minnesota, catching walleye on their lake, Little Birch. He was a Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Gophers fan. Paul loved giving his Iowa Hawkeye In- Laws a razz by wearing as much Minnesota Gopher gear as he could to family dinners.

More than anything, Paul loved being Cadon’s “Papa”, and spending time with his family. Paul was a kind man who had a zest for life and loved connecting with people. He was loved by so many and will be deeply missed by all.

Paul is survived by his wife Megan and son Cadon of Mount Pleasant; mother Janet Jacobson of Melrose, Minnesota; two brothers, Thomas (Kimberly) Jacobson of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Chad (Kristine) Jacobson of Plymouth, Minnesota and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Thomas D. Jacobson.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at the Olson-Powell Memorial Chapel. Visitation will follow until 7:00 p.m., the family will greet friends from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. A Visitation will also be held in St. Bonifacius, Minnesota, at a later date. Paul will be laid to rest next to his father at a later date in the Riverside Cemetery in Blue Earth, Minnesota. A memorial fund has been established for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and Cadon’s education. www.powellfuneralhomes.com

Nathan J. “Shorty” Fetterman

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 10:54 am CDT

Nathan J. “Shorty” Fetterman, 88 of Salem passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.

Shorty’s family will host a Celebration of his Life on Friday, July 1, 2022 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Faith Lutheran Church Parish Hall in Mt. Pleasant. Memorials may be directed to the Faith Lutheran Church of Mt. Pleasant and the Salem Fire and Rescue Association in his memory.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.murphyfuneralandmonuments.com

Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant is caring for his arrangements.

 

 

Sports, June 27th

By Parker Testa · Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 9:14 am CDT

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Varsity Softball has a pair of games tonight against Burlington at home. The first game is set for 5:30 PM with the second to follow at 7:30 PM. You can catch live coverage of both games on 105.5 KILJ.

Mount Pleasant Varsity Baseball will have a 2-game set at home with Burlington tonight as well. The first game is set to begin at 5:30 PM with the second to start at 7:30 PM.

New London

New London Varsity Baseball has improved to 20-0 on the season after a 10-0 win over Highland in 5 innings Friday night on Senior Night. Senior Dereck Santiago went 1 for 3 with a double with 2 walks and 2 RBIs. Senior Ryan Richey went 2 for 3 with a triple and 1 RBI. Sophomore Brendan Richey pitched 4 full innings allowing 5 hits, 3 walks, and striking out 3. Tiger Baseball will be back on the field on tonight for a matchup on the road against Burlington Notre Dame. That game is set to start at 7:00 PM.

New London Varsity Softball split a doubleheader Friday. The Tigers defeated Hillcrest Academy by a score of 7-6 in the first game. Highland defeated New London in the second game by a score of 10-0. Tiger Softball will be back on the field on Tuesday night for a 7:00 PM matchup with Van Buren County.

Winfield-Mt. Union

Winfield-Mt. Union Varsity Softball will host Highland tonight at 7:00 PM at the Winfield Softball Field.

Winfield-Mt. Union Varsity Baseball will host Highland tonight at 7:00 PM as well. That game will take place at Winfield Community School.

Iowa Wesleyan Men’s Basketball

Iowa Wesleyan Men’s Basketball will host a 3 vs. 3 basketball tournament on July 4th at Ruble Arena on the Iowa Wesleyan University campus in Mount Pleasant. All ages are welcome from 3rd grade on through adult ages. There will be a DJ playing music during the event and concession stand availability. The cost to enter is $60 per team. Each team must have at least 3 players with a maximum of 4 players. Payment is required before the start of the first game. Checks can be made payable to Iowa Wesleyan Men’s Basketball. Each athlete must sign a waiver of liability and complete a health information form prior to competing. That form can be sent via email (listed below).

Registration, questions, or concerns may be directed to Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Jordan Ashton, at jordan.ashton@iw.edu

NBA

The Charlotte Hornets’ hired Steve Clifford for a second stint as the team’s head coach Friday. Clifford’s first run as Charlotte’s head coach was from 2013-2018. Warriors’ assistant coach Kenny Atkinson originally accepted the job but instead decided to stay with Golden State following the NBA Finals victory.

NHL

A champion has been crowned. The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 Sunday night to hoist the Stanley Cup. Colorado’s Cale Makar received the Conn Smythe Trophy which is awarded to the postseason’s most valuable player. It’s Colorado’s first cup since the 2000-2001 season.

This Day in Sports History

1939 – Cleveland Municipal Stadium hosted its first night game. The Indians beat the Tigers 5-0.

1988 – In Atlantic City, Mike Tyson knocked out Michael Spinks in 91 seconds.

1990 – Jose Canseco signed a contract with the Oakland A’s worth $4,700,000 per year.

2004 – The Boston Red Sox scored 10 runs before making an out against the Florida Marlins. The final score was 25-8.

Daily Jail Count

By Theresa Rose · Monday, June 27th, 2022 at 8:25 am CDT

Henry County Jail

In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.

Date:   06-27-2022______

 

   23_    Henry County Inmates

 

  45      Out of County Contract Inmates              

 

   68      TOTAL