Friday afternoon at about 4 pm Mt. Pleasant Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian in the 600 block of North Lincoln Street. Upon investigation, it was determined that a vehicle, operated by a juvenile, was traveling northbound in the 600 block of North Lincoln Street. Another juvenile who was riding a skateboard, grabbed onto the open front passenger side window of the vehicle as the driver slowed down to talk to the skateboarder. The vehicle continued north with the skateboarder holding onto the vehicle. The skateboarder fell off the skateboard hitting the ground. He was assessed on scene by the Henry County ambulance crew and transported to the Henry County Health Center for treatment of injuries. The Mt. Pleasant Police Department was assisted by the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, The Iowa State Patrol, and The Henry County Ambulance crew.
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Danny Kramer
Danny Kramer, age 74, of Philip, South Dakota and formerly of Burlington, Iowa, died unexpectedly, Saturday, February 1, 2020, in Chula Vista, California.
Danny Lee Kramer was born July 10, 1945, to Beryl and Lois Ross Kramer. He was raised on the family farm in New London, Iowa. After graduating from New London High School in 1963, he attended the American Business College in Rapid City, South Dakota where he met Linda Lee Long. After dating for some time, the two decided their paths would go separate ways. Linda later married John (Jack) Still in 1967, who passed away in a plane crash in 1968. Danny and Linda met again and rekindled their relationship.
In June 1970, Danny and Linda were married in Davenport, Iowa. During their careers, they had the opportunity to reside in a number of states, including Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Washington and California. During his career, Danny achieved significant success at General Motors Acceptance Corporation (GMAC). After beginning with GMAC in Carthage, Illinois, Danny was promoted to the Moline, Illinois branch in 1975.
In 1981, Danny bought his first personal computer and shortly thereafter taught himself how to write computer software. He utilized his skills to voluntarily automate processes within GMAC. After utilizing some of his newly created programs nationwide, GMAC promoted Danny to Executive Office of General Motors in Detroit, Michigan. He continued having considerable success with GMAC and was subsequently promoted to branch manager in positions in Seattle, Washington and Highland, California.
Following retirement, Danny and Linda moved from Moorpark, California to Burlington, Iowa. In 2007, they purchased a motor home so they could spend more time visiting family and friends around the country. In June 2012, they sold their home in Burlington to follow their dream of becoming fulltime RV’ers. God called Linda home on April 6, 2013 and Danny continued his adventures as a fulltime RV’er. Prior to his passing, Danny enjoyed sharing time with Linda Smith of New London, Iowa.
Grateful for having shared Danny’s life include his son, John (Tonya) Kramer of Philip, South Dakota; his son, Jason (Penelope) Kramer of Corona, California; five grandchildren, Coy, Corbin and Colden (Philip); Kaylee and Zachery (Corona); sister, Vicky (Walt) Schuttler of Bettendorf, Iowa; sister, Kathy (Richard) Villhauer of Iowa City, Iowa; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.
Visitation for Mr. Kramer will be held from 11:00 – 11:30 AM, Saturday, June 11, 2022 at Elliott Chapel, New London. Procession to Winfield Scott Cemetery, Winfield, Iowa will immediately follow. Pastor Chris Hinkle will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.
Lee County Crash Details Clarified
Thursday, June 2, at about 1 pm, the Lee Comm Communications Center received reports of a motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Pilot Grove Road and 130th Street. According to law enforcement officials a semi collided with a pickup truck when the driver of the semi failed to yield the right away from the stop sign at that intersection. The pickup was approaching the intersection eastbound on 130th. One person was airlifted from the scene. The accident remains under investigation by the Lee County Sheriff’s office.
Sports, 06.03.22
Baseball
This afternoon the undefeated tigers will meet Kee on the Eddyville Blakesburg Fremont field at 2 p.m. Kee has a record of 11 and 1.
Our very own Mount Pleasant Panthers according to Varsity Bound, 4th in current Southeast Iowa Standings with a conference record of 1 to 1 behind Burlington, Fort Madison, and Fairfield.
Softball
Holy Trinity saw a win over New London last night against New London on their home field 11-5. This brings Holy Trinity’s record to 3-1 and New London’s to O and 5.
Tomorrow the New London Tigers head to BGM facing Nevada at 10:45 and BGM at 12:30.
Last night the Mount Pleasant Panthers saw a loss of 1-13 to Washington in the first game of the night. Myah Starr pitched 2 and 1/3 innings, 11 runs 4 earned on 4 hits. In hitting Bethany Drury 2 for 2 with a double and a stolen base. Kynlee White 1 for 1 with 2 stolen bases.
In the second game the Panthers scored 6 runs against the Demons’ 18. Ella McNamee pitched for 2 innings, 18 runs 11 earned on 13 hits. In hitting Bethany Drury 1 for 2 with a triple, Saige Burchett 2 for 2 with a stolen base, and Jersey Beachy 2 for 2. Coach Michael Beason says, “Need to be more consistent in every phase of the game, saw flashes at times. Proud of the effort and fight given by the team.”
Winfield Mount Union faces Columbus in Winfield tonight at 7 p.m.
“Flowers from Iowa” is the focus of IMPACT Art Gallery in the Public Library
Susan Partain is an artist who has found her special focus. Her passion lies in perfecting artwork in colored pencil drawings.
Samples of her work with floral and other subjects are currently on display in the Mt. Pleasant Public Library Art Gallery sponsored by Arts IMPACT. Visitors are invited and encouraged to visit during regular library hours 9am to 8pm Monday through Thursday, Friday 9am to 5:30pm, and Saturdays 9am to 2pm
Susan Partain, a Florida native, studied art at Florida College where she was exposed to the wide variety of artistic media. After marriage and a move to Montana, she continued her education at the University of Montana.
Her education included studies with nationally and internationally known television artist Jerry Yarnell.
Under Yarnell’s tutelage, Susan felt “like a thirsty sponge,” coming to an appreciation that every artist brings something different to the art world.
As time moved on and Susan continued perfecting her skills, her children moved to the Burlington area. Then, about ten years ago, Susan and her husband moved to Iowa from Montana to be nearer grandchildren.
Working at the Great River Christian School, Susan has become more and more devoted to the particular intricacies of art with colored pencils. She freely admits, “I’m addicted. Colored pencils are my favorite!”
In retirement, she is getting back into the art world and looks forward to future projects. Many of the subjects for this current exhibit include flowers from her own Iowa garden. Gardening is her other passion. Susan anticipates future projects of photographing Iowa for an All-Iowa Show in the future.
This exhibit will be featured at The Gallery in the Mount Pleasant Public Library through the end of July. It is sponsored by Mount Pleasant Arts IMPACT with support from the Enhance Henry County Foundation.
Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda
AGENDA
June 7, 2022
Approve Agenda
Approve Minutes
9:00 Jake Hotchkiss, Engineer Weekly Update
Motion to approve construction plans for
New London Road (X23) near Lowell
Motion to approve ROW contracts to purchase land for
New London Road (X23) project
Resolution to Amend FY22 IDOT 5 Year Program
Other County Business as time allows
Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates
Great River Health Entities Award $31,000 in Health Careers Scholarships
West Burlington, Iowa, June 2, 2022 – The Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary,
Great River Health Foundation and Friends of HCHC recently awarded $31,000 in scholarships
to students who are pursuing careers in health care. The students represent 11 high schools
in the health system’s service area.
Kathleen Canella Family Scholarship – Great River Health Foundation
This scholarship was established in memory of Kathleen Canella, a longtime volunteer and
member of the Fort Madison Community Hospital Auxiliary.
$1,000 to $1,200 scholarships to high school seniors and continuing college students:
• Grace Gobble, Fort Madison High School, psychology, University of Northern Iowa
• Logan Johnson, Fort Madison High School, psychology, Princeton University
• Raquel Schneider, Holy Trinity High School, radiologic technology, Indian Hills Community
College
• Isabella Steffensmeier, Central Lee High School, biomedical engineering, University of
Northern Iowa
• Hannah Torgler, Holy Trinity High School, social work, University of Northern Iowa
Tracey Howe Scholarship – Great River Health Foundation
This scholarship was established in memory of Tracey Howe, a registered nurse at Fort
Madison Community Hospital.
$1,000 scholarships:
• Natalie Ames, Keokuk High School, nursing, Iowa Wesleyan University
• Daniel Atwood, Fort Madison High School, respiratory care, Southeastern Community
College
• Anna Sobzak, Holy Trinity High School, nursing, University of Iowa
Friends of Henry County Health Center scholarships
$2,000 scholarships for high school seniors and continuing college students:
• Kelsi Hetrick-Strange, nursing, Southeastern Community College
• Loni Hetrick-Strange, nursing, Southeastern Community College
• Kimberly Novak, healthcare management, Western Governors University
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center Auxiliary scholarships
$1,000 scholarships for high school seniors:
• Natalie Ames, Keokuk High School, nursing, Iowa Wesleyan University
• Kyra Anderson, Mediapolis High School, psychology, University of Northern Iowa
• Seth Bailey, New London High School, pre-medicine, Wartburg College
• Morgan Grelk, Winfield-Mt. Union High School, biology, Wartburg College
• Patricia Hank, Wapello High School, nursing, Kirkwood Community College
• Logan Johnson, Fort Madison High School, psychology, Princeton University
• Aneisha Norman, Illini West High School, respiratory care, Southeastern Community
College
• Raquel Schneider, Holy Trinity High School, radiologic technology, Indian Hills Community
College
• Carly Tate, West Central High School, nursing, Iowa Wesleyan University
• Cole Ward, Notre Dame High School, biology and chemistry, Edgewood College
• Maura Watkins, Central Lee High School, dental hygiene, Des Moines Area Community
College
$1,000 scholarships for continuing college students:
• Daniel Atwood, respiratory care, Southeastern Community College
• Abigail Crowner, pharmacy, University of Iowa
• Lydia Fisher, biology and public health, University of Alabama
• Claire Hackenmiller, occupational therapy, Creighton University
• Vidya Mullangi, neurobiology, Georgetown University
• Gracie Olson, nursing, Southeastern Community College