Three Vehicles Involved in Crash

On May 24 just after 2:30 pm Mt Pleasant Police were dispatched to the BP Gas Station in the 2100 block of E Washington Street to investigate a motor vehicle collision.

It was determined that Abigal Jackson of Burlington was driving east on Washington Street when a vehicle operated by John Geiger of Salem, traveling westbound, made a left turn in front of her.

The Geiger vehicle was struck by Jackson’s and the impact caused the Geiger vehicle to crash into a third driven by Reno Chiri, who was waiting to pull out onto Washington  from a parking lot. The total damage estimated to all three vehicles was over $15000.  There were no injuries and Geiger was cited for Failure to yield upon a left turn.

 

Single Vehicle Crash

On May 24th, at about 8 AM, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a single vehicle accident near Exit 229 on Highway 34.  An investigation into the report determined that Summer Carver, 17, of Mt. Pleasant, was traveling eastbound on Highway 34 in her car when she lost control and the car entered the median.  The vehicle then struck a cable barrier with caused approximately $4500 damage to the vehicle.  Damage to the cable barrier was estimated at $800.  No injuries were reported.  The driver was issued a citation for Failure to Maintain Control.

Henry County Supervisors Meeting Agenda

AGENDA

 

May 26, 2022

 

Approve Agenda

 

Approve Minutes

 

Approve Claims

 

9:00 Sarah Berndt, CDS Monthly Update

 

10:00 Second Reading of Ordinance

Readopting Existing County Code

 

10:30 Shelley Van Dorin Discuss Dropbox

for STD Testing

 

10:45 Shelley Van Dorin Covid Administration Fee

 

Other County Business as time allows

 

Supervisors Sub-Committee Updates

 

Weekly Fuel Report

Weekly Fuel Report

May 19-25, 2022

DES MOINES, Iowa (May 25, 2022) – The price of regular unleaded gasoline rose 8 cents, averaging $4.23 across Iowa according to AAA.

Crude Oil Summary

·        The price of global crude oil rose this week on the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) by $.39 per barrel over last week, currently priced at $110.82.

·        Brent crude oil rose $4.66 and currently priced at $114.62.

·        One year ago, WTI crude sold for $66.07 and Brent crude was at $68.80.

Motor Fuels

·        As of Wednesday, May 25, the price of regular unleaded gasoline averaged $4.23 across Iowa according to AAA.

o   Prices rose 8 cents from last week’s price and $1.34 higher than one year ago.

o   The national average on Wednesday was $4.60, up 3 cents from last week’s price.

·        Retail diesel prices in Iowa were down 6 cents this week with a statewide average of $5.20.

o   One year ago, diesel prices averaged $3.05 in Iowa.

o   The current Iowa diesel price is 34 cents less than the national average of $5.54.

·        Wholesale ethanol held steady and is currently priced at $2.16.

·        The current Des Moines Terminal/Rack Prices are $3.39 for U87-E10, $3.85 for Unleaded 87 (clear), $3.77 for ULSD#2, $3.92 for ULSD#1, and $3.09 per gallon for E-70 prices.

Heating Fuels

·        Natural gas prices rose 97 cents at the Henry Hub reporting site and are currently priced at $9.23/MMbtu.

·        Continuing throughout the summer months, we will only report retail heating oil and propane prices in Iowa once a month.

Tips for saving energy on the road or at home are available at energy.gov and fueleconomy.gov.

Street Construction Update for Oakbrook Place

With the recent rain today and forecast for tonight and Thursday May 26th the Contractor has decided to wait until Tuesday May 31st to finish the paving on Oakbrook Place in Mount Pleasant. Tuesday the North side of Oakbrook Place will reach maturity and the ready mix trucks will be able to finish pouring the concrete off the North side of Oakbrook Place. They will also be able to access the cul de sac with ready mix trucks to pour the driveways to the homes. With warmer temperatures next week and no rain the Contractor should get a lot if not all of the driveways replaced on Oakbrook Place.

Access Energy Cooperative Scholarships awarded

Congratulations to area high school students who were recently named as recipients of the 2022 Access Energy Cooperative scholarship program! Receiving a $1500 award each were: Chyane Davidson of Farmington; Ellie Rae Anderson of Fairfield; Lydia Ebeling and Lysha Bunnell of Mount Pleasant; Maura Watkins and Sydney Jones of Donnellson.

Chyane Davidson, daughter of Luke and Alisha Davidson, graduate from Central Lee High School, plans to attend Des Moines Area Community College to pursue a career in Veterinarian Technology.

Ellie Anderson, daughter of Sheila and Lundy Anderson, graduate from Fairfield High School, plans to attend the University of Iowa majoring in English/Creative Writing.

Lydia Ebeling, daughter of Chad and Angela Ebeling, graduate from Mount Pleasant Community High School, plans to attend Mercy College of Health Sciences to attain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Lysha Bunnell, daughter of Rick and Cara Bunnell, graduate from Mount Pleasant Community High School, plans to attend Southeastern Community College to pursue a career in Nursing.

Maura Watkins, daughter of Brian and Christy Watkins, graduate from Central Lee High School, plans to attend Des Moines Area Community College for Dental Hygiene.

Sydney Jones, daughter of Steven and Billi Jones, graduate from Central Lee High School, plans to attend Iowa State University.

Access Energy Cooperative awards six $1500 scholarships each year, two in each of its three districts. The parents or guardians of the applicant must be members of Access Energy Cooperative. Winners are chosen based on their academics, achievements, community involvement, and a submitted essay.

In addition to the six winners in our service districts, Hayley Chase of Danville, is being awarded a $1500 scholarship in lieu of attending the 2020 Youth Tour trips that was cancelled. Haley is a graduate of Danville High School.

Access Energy Cooperative is as rural distribution electric cooperative, providing power to homes, farms, business and industry in 10 southeast Iowa counties.

 

Genevieve M. McCabe (corrected)

Genevieve M. McCabe, 100, of Mt. Pleasant, died Monday, May 23, 2022 at Addington Place in Mt. Pleasant.

The funeral mass for Mrs. McCabe will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Thursday, June 2 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 607 South Jackson Street, Mount Pleasant. Father Paul Connolly and Father Steve Witt will concelebrate the mass.Burial will be in the St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Friends may call after 2 PM on Wednesday, June 1 at St. Alphonsus Church. The Rosary will be recited at 5 PM. A Scriptural Wake Service will follow the Rosary. The family will be present to greet friends following the Wake Service until 8 PM. Her casket will remain closed per her request.

In lieu of flowers, those considering an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Mt. Pleasant Public Library or the Oakland Mills Nature Center.

The Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant, is caring for Genevieve and her family. On-Line condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfuneralhome.com

COVID-19 Antivirals, Molnupiravir and PAXLOVID, Now Available at Hy-Vee Pharmacy Locations for Eligible Patients

To receive a COVID-19 antiviral, patients must have a prescription from their health care provider
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (May 25, 2022) — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today that COVID-19 antivirals,
Molnupiravir and PAXLOVID, are now available at Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations throughout its eight-state region
to help treat eligible patients who have mild-to-moderate cases of COVID-19.
The type of COVID-19 antiviral available varies by pharmacy location.
In order to receive a COVID-19 antiviral, patients must have a prescription from their health care provider. The
COVID-19 antivirals are free with most insurances.
According to the FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization (EUA), Molnupiravir and PAXLOVID should be used to treat
mild-to-moderate cases of COVID-19 in certain adults (ages 18+) who are at high risk for progression to severe
COVID-19, including hospitalization or death. PAXLOVID may also be used to treat mild-to-moderate cases of
COVID-19 in eligible pediatric patients ages 12+. It is recommended that patients begin COVID-19 antiviral
treatment as soon as possible, and treatment must begin within five days of when symptoms begin.
Both antiviral products may only be used for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in individuals:
 With positive results of direct COVID-19 viral testing, AND
 Who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19, including hospitalization or death, AND
 For whom alternative COVID-19 treatment options authorized by FDA are not accessible or clinically
appropriate.
Hy-Vee Pharmacy also offers convenient prescription options for patients including drive-thru pharmacy services
and free prescription delivery (where available).
In addition to COVID-19 antiviral treatments, all Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations also offer over-the-counter, athome COVID-19 tests. Under the Biden Administration’s ruling, each individual covered under private insurance
or Medicare Part B can currently receive up to eight (8) free at-home COVID-19 tests each month.
Hy-Vee Pharmacy also offers other COVID-19 testing options, available by appointment only at select locations.
Additionally, Hy-Vee Pharmacy offers free COVID-19 vaccines and boosters at all of its pharmacy locations. To
learn more or schedule a vaccination, visit www.hy-vee.com/covidvaccine.