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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Henry County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda
AGENDA
July 7, 2022
Approve Agenda
Approve Minutes
Approve Claims
Approve Liquor License for East Grove Farms
9:00 Monthly Department Head Meeting
10:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update
Open Fuel Bids
10:30 Resolution for Issuance of General Obligation Capital Loan Note, Series 2022A
Other County Business as time allows
Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates