Sports, July 8

By Parker Testa · Friday, July 8th, 2022 at 9:48 am CDT

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant Softball was defeated by Fairfield 13-0 in 2.5 innings Thursday night, the loss will effectively end the Panthers season. Head Coach Mike Beason said this following Thursday night’s game. “Fairfield is a quality team and Coty Engle is an outstanding Pitcher. Our team improved in a lot of areas this year. Congratulations to our lone Senior, Savana Walls on a fine career. At times we took one step forward and two back, but the team kept working to improve. Great group of players to work with, who need to continue to work in the off-season. Thanks to all the parents and fans who supported us throughout the year!”

Mount Pleasant Varsity Baseball will have their first round contest of the Class 3A – Substate 5 tournament tonight against Marion. That game will begin at 7:00 PM and will be played at Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids. Tickets can be purchased online through the Iowa High School Athletic Association. Live coverage available on KILJ.

New London

New London Varsity Baseball will take on Burlington Notre Dame in the District 11 championship of the Class 1A-Substate 6 postseason on Saturday night. Live coverage will be available on KILJ. The winner of that game will take on the winner of the Sigourney and Moravia game in the State Qualifier game on Tuesday night.

This Day in Sports History

1909 – 1st pro baseball game (minor league) played under lights

1953 – Notre Dame announced that the next five years of its football games would be shown in theatres over closed circuit TV.

1957 – Baseball Owners re-elect Commissioner Ford Frick

1994 – Preliminary trial rules there is enough evidence to try O.J. Simpson

2012 – Roger Federer wins his 7th Wimbledon and 17th Grand Slam title

Donald K. “Butch” Standley

By Theresa Rose · Friday, July 8th, 2022 at 5:39 am CDT

Donald K. “Butch” Standley, 79, of rural Mt. Pleasant passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at his home.

Funeral arrangements are pending at the Murphy Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant.

HCHC Foundation announces 2022 Grant Applications

By Theresa Rose · Friday, July 8th, 2022 at 5:37 am CDT

Henry County Health Center Foundation is pleased to announce its 2022 Grant Program. The HCHC Foundation seeks to enhance the health and well-being of Henry County individuals and families by generating financial resources to groups and organizations with a specific health related project.

The Foundation will fund projects in six health related priority areas: 1) Science and Technology, 2) Health Education, 3) Health Programming, 4) Workforce Development, 5) Workforce Recruitment and 6) Capacity Building.   Those seeking funds should submit Letters of Intent to HCHC Foundation by August 15, 2022.   Letters of Intent should include organization information, project information and dollar amount requested.  If the Foundation determines the program or project meets eligibility requirements, the applicant will receive an invitation to submit a full grant application.  Full applications will be due September 30, 2022.

According to Mark Hempen, Director, HCHC Foundation is diligently working to achieve its vision to become the premier catalyst for generating financial resources in order to create a healthier future.  “This grant program allows us to fund and support health-related projects that benefit individuals and families of Henry County.  It is a great opportunity to give back to the people who have so generously contributed to the Foundation.”

2021 award recipients included the Winfield Public Library for their 5-2-1-0 water program; Winfield Fitness Center for expansion; and Henry County Public Health for their CARE LINKS program.

Consideration for funding will be given to proposals which closely align with the Foundation’s mission, have the potential to achieve both the objectives of the applicant organization and program goals of the Foundation, and have the potential for long-term impact and sustainability in the community.   For additional details please contact HCHC Foundation Director, Mark Hempen at 319-385-6541, or MHempen@greatriverhealth.org.

This Day in Sports History, July 7

By Parker Testa · Thursday, July 7th, 2022 at 10:25 am CDT

1937 – During the All-Star Game, Earl Averill hit a line drive that broke one of Dizzy Dean’s toes.

1953 – The Dodgers set a major league record when they got a home run in their 24th consecutive game.

1964 – Shea Stadium hosted it’s first and only All-Star game.

2003 – In Florida, Darrell Armstrong (Orlando Magic) was arrested after being accused of fighting with a female police officer outside a nightclub. Armstrong was booked into the Orange County jail on charges of battery on a law-enforcement officer and resisting arrest without violence.

IGHSAU and IAHSAA Postseason Baseball and Softball Updates July 7

By Parker Testa · Thursday, July 7th, 2022 at 10:24 am CDT

Postseason Softball

Class 4A – Region 5

Mount Pleasant vs. Fairfield

Date and Time: 7/7 at 7:00 PM

Location: Fairfield Middle School

Live Coverage on 105.5 KILJ

Pella vs. Oskaloosa

Date and Time: 7/7 at 7:00 PM

Location: Oskaloosa High School

Class 3A – Region 8

Washington vs. West Burlington-Notre Dame

WASH: 0 WBND: 10 F

Date and Time: 7/6 at 7:00 PM

Location: West Burlington High School

Columbus vs. Central Lee

CBUS: 4 CL: 14 F

Date and Time: 7/6 at 7:00 PM

Location: Central Lee High School

Centerville vs. Davis County

CTV: 0 DC: 12 F

Date and Time: 7/6 at 7:00 PM

Location: Mustang Sports Complex

Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont vs. Albia

EBF: 1 ALB: 2 F

Date and Time: 7/6 at 7:00 PM

Location: Albia-Monroe Co. Sports Complex

Central Lee vs. West Burlington-Notre Dame

Date and Time: 7/9 at 7:00 PM

Location: West Burlington High School

Albia vs. Davis County

Date and Time: 7/9 at 7:00 PM

Location: Mustang Sports Complex

Postseason Baseball

Class 3A – Region 5

8. Washington vs. 1. Assumption

Date and Time: 7/8 at 5:00 PM

Location: North Scott High School

7. Mount Pleasant vs. 2. Marion

Date and Time: 7/8 at 7:00 PM

Location: Marion High School

Live Coverage on 105.54 KILJ

6. Oskaloosa vs. 3. Fort Madison

Date and Time: 7/8 at 7:00 PM

Location: Fort Madison High School

5. Keokuk vs. 4. Fairfield

Date and Time: 7/8 at 7:00 PM

Location: Fairfield Middle School

Class 1A – Region 6

Burlington Notre Dame vs. New London

Date and Time: 7/9 at 7:00 PM

Location: New London Jr-Sr High School

Moravia vs. Sigourney

Date and Time: 7/9 at 7:00 PM

Location: Sigourney High School

Missing Lockridge Woman Likely Died Due to Heat

By Theresa Rose · Thursday, July 7th, 2022 at 5:58 am CDT

Tuesday, just after 2:30 pm the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting a missing Lockridge woman. Doris Dian Crocker, reportedly left her home at about noon that day and never returned. The heat index was approximately 110, and Ms. Crocker reportedly suffered from mild dementia. A search party was coordinated that included members of the Lockridge Fire Department and concerned citizens. Ms. Crocker’s body was located by the search party in a field North of Lockridge in the early evening. There were no immediate signs of trauma. Initial indications are she died due to the high heat. The Jefferson County Medical Examiner Investigator responded to the scene, and an autopsy has been ordered to confirm the cause and manner of death.

Lee County Fair Royalty Crowned

By Theresa Rose · Wednesday, July 6th, 2022 at 7:55 pm CDT

The highlight of the Wednesday evening Lee County Fair opening ceremonies was the crowning of the 2022 Fair Queen, Haley Tweedy.  She is the daughter of Jamie and Jeremy Tweedy of Argyle. First Runner-Up is Laura Mehmert, the daughter of Bob and Kathy Mehmert. Laura was also voted Miss Congeniality by the Junior and Senior Queen contestants.

The 2022 Lee County Fair Junior Queen is Kayla Wenke, the daughter of Jason and Jennifer Wenke. First Runner-up is Julia Fraise, the daughter of BJ and Wendy Fraise and Second Runner-Up is Mica Washington, the daughter of Josh and Rosa Decker.

Grace Keith is this year’s Little Miss and Wyatt Hunt is the 2022 Little Mister.

Join KILJ Thursday morning to learn more about this year’s Queen.

KILJ’s coverage of the Lee County Fair Queen contest is Hometown Vet Care.

Dennis W. Krieger

By Theresa Rose · Wednesday, July 6th, 2022 at 4:03 pm CDT

Dennis W. Krieger, 72, of Middletown, died Friday, July 1, 2022 at Veterans Medical Center, Iowa City.  He was born December 20, 1949, in Mt. Pleasant to Wilbur Frank and Irene Helen Thorington Krieger.

He grew up in New London and was a 1968 graduate of New London High School and earned his teaching certificate from Iowa State University.  He was a member of the Middletown Presbyterian Church.  Dennis served four years in the United States Navy as an electrical repairman aboard the USS Sacramento AOE-1.  He was a “Royal Shellback” and one of his greatest honors was October 3, 2017, when he went on the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight to Washington, DC.  Following his service, he married Leslye Lynn Putney on June 19, 1971 at the New London United Methodist Church.

He worked for Burlington Northern Railroad, JI Case Company, and taught farming, agriculture and photography at Southeastern Community College.  In his younger years, he played guitar in numerous local bands.  Known as “Photo Daddy”, photography was the second love of his life, after Leslye.  His photos were covers for many magazines including “Circle Track” and “Oval Track” in Australia, and for Mopar calendars; was track photographer for 34 Raceway in West Burlington, Lee County Speedway in Donnellson, and Knoxville Raceway for years. His favorite catch phrase was “trust me…..I’m a professional”.  And he was. A highlight of his life was meeting Jimi Hendrix at the Filmore West three months before Hendrix’ death.  He loved his family and was very proud of his boys, Chad and Justin.

Besides his wife Leslye, Dennis is survived by his sons Chad of Twin Cities, MN, and Justin of Phoenix, AZ; nieces and nephews; his three precious pseudo daughters, Tina, Missy and Wendy; and his beloved schnauzer “Avery”.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

According to his wishes, his body has been cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Full military burial at Iowa Veterans Cemetery, Adel, Iowa will take place at a date to be determined.  A memorial has been established.  Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.