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By JAKE WADDINGHAMCNA staff [email protected]

A motion to alert proper-ty owners in Union County within a one-mile radius of a new or expanding con-finement building could leave the county vulnerable to liability issues in prop-erty disputes.

The Union County Board of Supervisors de-termined it would need extensive research into a “good neighbor” motion proposed by Union County

resident Karon Finn before considering it as an addi-tional action taken by the board.

Currently, the Union County Board of Supervi-sors follows all the regula-tions set forth by the Iowa Code and Iowa Depart-ment of Natural Resources (DNR) regarding all ani-mal confinements.

“The thing everyone needs to remember, the government is not involved in property disputes be-tween neighbors,” Union

Union County courtroom renovations complete

U.S. Senate candidate Jacobs wraps up introduction tour By JAKE WADDINGHAMCNA staff [email protected]

Another Republican can-didate has joined the heavily disputed U.S. Senate race to replace retiring Democrat Sen. Tom Harkin.

Mark Jacobs, 51, spent six days traveling to 26 cities across Iowa to deliver the message of what he believes is the core problem in Amer-ica — a lack of good jobs.

“When Americans are gainfully employed, our fam-

ilies do better, crime rates decrease, revenue to the g o v e r n -ment in-c r e a s e s and defi-cits go down,” Ja-cobs said in a Cres-ton News Advertiser interview Tuesday.

One area Jacobs wants to target to help stimulate job creation is at the commu-nity college and vocational school level.

“I was in Davenport sev-eral weeks ago, and I toured a manufacturing facility there,” Jacobs said. “They have job openings for weld-ers starting at $30 an hour and they cannot find people to fill those roles.”

Jacobs wants to close the skill gap workers face by giv-ing community colleges and vocational schools the tools and financial resources to educate the workforce for the future.

A retired CEO of Reliant Energy of Houston, Texas, Jacobs believes in continu-

ing to develop energy re-sources in North America. He said an increase in ener-gy production can add thou-sands of new jobs directly in the energy sector.

“Increased energy pro-duction will help keep prices low, and low energy prices help drive economic growth in other sectors,” Jacobs said. “That includes the con-tinued development of re-newables here in Iowa that I am a big supporter of.”

Business experienceWhat Jacobs may lack in

political experience he bal-

ances with hands-on experi-ence earned at Reliant.

Jacobs joined the com-pany in 2002 as a CFO and was one of the team mem-bers who saved the company from bankruptcy. In 2007, he was named CEO of the Fortune 500 company. He also has business financial advising experience.

Born in Iowa, Jacobs re-turned to West Des Moines with his family after three decades of business work in New York and Houston.

While he is a newcomer in the open Senate seat race

that already features six other Republican hopefuls, Jacobs’ business background also provides financial secu-rity for the long campaign road ahead.

Bruce Braley is the lone Democrat candidate seeking the Senate seat.

“I’ll be out working my tail off,” Jacobs said.

Jacobs also touched on wanting to eliminate job-killing regulations and taxes that discourage new

Jacobs

Christmas Basket donations needed

CNA photo by KYLE WILSON

New look: The final renovations to the Union County courtroom are completed Tuesday afternoon. BNR Construction of Orient completed the remodeling project in less than a month, gutting the entire courtroom. BNR Construction put in new carpet, tile, wood panels and a fresh coat of paint. The courtroom is all handicap accessible.

Supervisors: Good neighbor motion could hurt county

The 2013 Union County Christmas Basket Fund is underway.

Donations totaling $3,087 have been received to date.

This year’s fund goal is $19,000 and organizers are gearing up for another suc-cessful campaign.

Those nominated to re-ceive a Christmas Basket follow-up forms will go out Friday, with a return dead-line of Dec. 6.

The pick-up/delivery cards will go out Dec. 11, and Christmas Baskets may be picked up 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 21.

Last year, 219 baskets serving 854 people and nurs-ing home baskets were dis-tributed. Residents of care centers in Creston and Afton received fruit and Kleenex.

Baskets include meat, canned goods donated through efforts of Boy Scouts and school and com-munity projects and cer-tificates redeemable at local supermarkets for perishable foods.

Each child 18 and younger

Please seeBASKET, Page 2

Please seeSUPERVISORS, Page 2

By BAILEY POOLMANCNA staff [email protected]

Even though tempera-tures are expected to be just above freezing, climb-ing out of bed while it’s dark out and wrapping a scarf on is still a tradition for Black Friday.

Coen’sWhile some people are

looking for exciting new gaming gadgets, others are looking for ways to stay warm and cozy during the upcoming winter season.

Coen’s Furniture, 121 N. Maple St., has Black Friday sales to help with that.

“We’ll have all our mer-chandise on sale,” said Mike Coen, owner of Coen’s Furniture. “They’ll be 20 to 40 percent off on pretty much everything in stock.”

One item in particular is expected to sell.

“Recliners are a big item,” Coen said. “We have a lot of recliners from $289 and $399.”

Coen’s Furniture will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday. The store will be closed Thanks-giving day and Sunday.

Cook Video and Appliance

Cook Video and Appli-ance, 706 E. Taylor St., has widespread savings.

“It’s kind of across the board,” said Shelly Cook, owner of the store. “Some people are needing a

Please seeJACOBS, Page 2

CNA photo by BAILEY POOLMANThese recliners are several of a wide selection available at Coen’s Furniture during the store’s Black Friday sales event. The store will offer 20 to 40 percent off all mer-chandise. Other stores, such as Cook’s Video and Appliance, Wal-Mart and Farm and Home Supply, have Thanksgiving and Black Friday sales.

Black Friday looms, sales across the board

Please seeBLACK FRIDAY, Page 2

Small Business Saturday is similar to Black Friday. In-stead of large companies and businesses, the Saturday after Thanksgiving focuses on shopping at local businesses.

Small Business Saturday was started in 2010 and promot-ed by the financial services company American Express via television and radio. The company also promoted Small Business Saturday on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

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refrigerator, some people are needing a stove.”

The storewide sales in-clude refrigerators, stoves and different styles of laun-dry sets.

“We’re stocking the laun-dry pieces as fast as they’re coming in,” said Cook. “We’re thankful for people who are trying to shop local. ... It’s a crazy time of year, but we do try and help peo-ple out as much as we can.”

Cook Video and Appli-ance will be open 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. today, closed Thanksgiving day, and Black Friday sales run from

8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The store will also be open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

After the Thanksgiving holiday, Cook Video and Appliance will be open Sun-days 1 to 4 p.m., as well as evenings by appointment, to accomodate for more holi-day shopping.

Farm and Home SupplyFarm and Home Supply,

408 S. Sumner Ave., will start Black Friday sales to-day.

“We’re actually starting ours Wednesday (today),” said Jeff Mostek, part owner of Farm and Home Supply, “because a lot of people come to town on Wednes-

day before Thanksgiving.”The store will be open

7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday.

“There is some clothing,” Mostek said. “All the toys will be on sale, and then we have other specials that will be advertised in the paper.”

Wal-MartWhile some shoppers will

make a bee-line for smaller stores, others will hit Wal-Mart, 806 Laurel St.

“Our ad is 41 pages long, so there’s lots of good deals,” said Shawn Phelps, Wal-Mart manager. “Prob-ably, one of the best ones is a 32-inch LED TV for $98.”

Wal-Mart, which will be open 24 hours during Thanksgiving and the week-end, has online sales leading up to the nation’s notorious day of sales Friday.

“There are some pre-Black Friday events online,” Phelps said. “We were just doing a pre-Black Friday ad based on what competitors had in their pre-Black Fri-day ad.”

Whatever your prefer-ence, sales are widespread this shopping season, wheth-er you’re looking for furni-ture and home appliances, or entertainment and tech-nology gadgets.

BLACK FRIDAY:


businesses and investments in America.

While he said some reg-ulations are good, he be-lieves an independent third party would be beneficial to determine the impact of new regulations before they become law.

“One of the things I heard consistently all over this great state was that people are frustrated with the in-ability of our leaders in Washington to solve prob-lems,” Jacobs said. “I’m a business guy, I’ve never been in politics before, but my entire career as a busi-ness leader has been on get-ting things done.”

JACOBS:


will also receive a gift certifi-cate for clothing items.

The Christmas Basket Fund board is assisted in packing and distributing baskets by local service club volunteers, Boy Scouts and FFA students from Creston Schools.

Present board officers are: Bob Jungst, president; El-len Gerharz, vice president; Steve Crittenden, treasurer, and Rose Henry, secretary. Additional board mem-bers are: Dean and Twila Brant, Todd Nielson, Rich Paulsen, Brad Baker, Chuck Spindler, Don Damewood, Margaret Wilkins and Troy Peterson.

Contributions may be sent

to: Christmas Basket Fund, P.O. Box

126, Creston, IA 50801; or dropped off at the Creston News Advertiser, 503 W. Adams St.

All contributions will be published in the Cres-ton News Advertiser weekly progress report listed by name or “friend,” as desired.

This week’s contributions:Wednesday Bridge Club $20In Memory of Lee and Irene

Woosley $25BNSF Coffee Club $30Charles and Marlene Erickson

$25Dorothy Rectenbaugh $50A Friend $25Creston Lions Club $250Dick and Peg Anderson $100Women’s Christian Fellowship

$25Ron and Jo Levine $50Laverne and Joyce Anderson

$50Total this week $650Total to date $3,087

BASKET:Continued from Page 1

County Attorney Tim Kin-yon said. “It is not our place to take sides either way. When you start giving out notices, you are inject-ing yourself into somebody else’s dispute and expose yourself to liability.”

Finn worried residents do not have enough or any notice before construction starts on confinement build-ings. She also said the con-finements lower surround-ing property values.

Board Chairman Ron Riley reiterated to Finn the steps the county supervisors follow, including the publi-cation of a public notice in the newspaper. He also said proof of the publication and

any public concerns must be submitted to the Iowa DNR, along with recommenda-tions from the supervisors.

“I think it’s the right thing to do, the moral thing to do, and if we were always wor-ried about making some-one upset, we wouldn’t do anything,” Finn said at the meeting Monday.

Supervisor Lois Monday responded to Finn, “I think we can all understand those thoughts and views, and I can understand why they would want to know, but I do not know what is right and what is wrong.”

Kenyon compared the situation to zoning regula-tions inside the city limits of Creston. Only certain ac-tions can be taken within a

residential-zoned area, and if a landowner wants to do something not allowed in the zone, all neighbors must be notified.

Union County does not have zoning regulations and voters have denied county zoning in past elec-tions.

Kenyon added any pub-lic hearing related to a good neighbor motion would serve little to no purpose because the coun-ty supervisors cannot take direct action against a con-finement.

Poweshiek CountyOnly one county in Iowa

has a good neighbor mo-tion concerning the notifi-cation of property owners within one mile of a new or

expanding confinement.“We haven’t had any

problems,” said Poweshiek County Auditor Diane Dawley. “We have had some out-of-state landown-ers call and inquire, but I don’t think we have ever had a negative response.”

Another concern of the Union County supervisors was if a landowner is un-able to be contacted suc-cessfully.

Poweshiek maintains a “good-faith effort” in con-tacting landowners and renters.

Kenyon said omitting someone, even by accident, could be seen as negligence and leave the responsible party, in this case, the county, liable.

SUPERVISORS:

Richard ‘Dick’ Ashenfelter Corning

Richard “Dick” Ashen-felter, 86, of Corning died Nov. 24, 2013, at the C o r n i n g N u r s i n g and Rehab Center.

Funeral S e r v i c e s will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at Pearson Family Funeral Service, 701 Seventh St., Corning. Chuck Lyles will officiate. Military honors will be provided by Corning American Legion OURCQ Post No. 117. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Open visitation will be 12:30 to 2 p.m. Saturday with fam-ily present 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memo-rials may be given in Dick’s name to be established. Online condolences may be left at www.pearsonfuneral-homes.com.

Richard “Dick” Dean Ashenfelter, son of Bernice Birdie (Kepner) and Vern Lee Ashenfelter, was born Oct. 9, 1927, in Corning.

On April 22, 1950, Dick

married Betty Lou Hart-man.

Dick served during the Korean War Conflict in the United States Marine Corp in 1952.

Dick was in the shoe re-pair business and purchased the business after his father’s death in 1966. The business was later called Ashenfelter Repair Store.

Dick was a member of Corning American Legion OURCQ Post No. 117 for 59 years. He was also a member of Corning Gun Club, Corn-ing Bow Benders, Corn-ing Christian Church, Iowa Trappers Organization, Na-tional Trappers Organiza-tion and Tri-County Pool League.

Dick lived his entire life in Adams County.

Dick is survived by his wife Betty Ashenfelter; children, Janet (John) Buzzard Sr. of Shenandoah, Susan (Ron) Hickman Sr. of Grandview, Mo., and Larry Ashenfelter and Donald (Dawn) Ashen-felter, all of Corning; seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, brother Ed-ward (Lorraine “Kit”) Ash-enfelter of Hazelwood, Mo.; two nephews, one niece, other relatives and friends.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents and in-fant son Allen Ashenfelter.

Ashenfelter

CNA photo by KYLE WILSON

Olympics winner: These are Creston Middle School Special Olympics athletes at the state bowling competition at Bowlerama Lanes in Des Moines Saturday. From left, Tina-Sue Richards and Makayla Burgmaier placed first in the competition. Isaac Ralston and Mason Perkins placed second. Not pictured: Felisity Reed also placed second. Coaches for Creston Elementary/Middle School Special Olympics sports are Randall Romesburg and Autumn Huffstutlear.

CNA photo by LARRY PETERSON

Timeout: Creston coach Larry McNutt meets with his team (foreground) as Mount Ayr coach Thad Streit demonstrates positioning without fouling for his team during a timeout in the championship game of the Raiderette Tip-Off Tournament Tuesday night. The Panthers pulled away late for a 69-58 victory. For more coverage, see page 10A.

Iowa City police arrest husband in 1997 murderIOWA CTY (MCT) —

DNA has linked a former University of Iowa researcher now living in St. Paul, Minn., to the 1997 murder of his wife.

According to Iowa City Po-lice, 73-year-old John Richard Bloomfield was arrested in St. Paul Tuesday for the murder

of his wife, Frances Bloom-field. He is in custody in Min-nesota awaiting extradition.

Frances Bloomfield, 57, was reported missing Sept. 22, 1997, by her husband. Three days later, Winnebago County, Ill. authorities found a body bound with panty-

hose and wrapped in plastic and duct tape in a ditch near Rockford.

It was believed Bloomfield was strangled in Iowa City.

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LOCALLOCALAlmanac

For the record

Markets

Today's WeatherLocal 5-Day Forecast

Thu

11/28

36/16Mainly sunny. High36F. Winds NNW at10 to 20 mph.

Sunrise Sunset7:20 AM 4:51 PM

Fri

11/29

35/23Mostly Cloudy.Highs in the mid 30sand lows in the low20s.


Sat

11/30

42/21Mostly sunny. Highsin the low 40s andlows in the low 20s.


Sun

12/1

40/27Sunny. Highs in thelow 40s and lows inthe upper 20s.


Mon

12/2

41/30Times of sun andclouds. Highs in thelow 40s and lows inthe low 30s.


Des Moines33/19

Cedar Rapids33/15

Sioux City36/17

Creston36/16

Iowa At A Glance

Area CitiesCity Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond.Algona 31 14 sunny Davenport 34 17 sunny Marshaltown 28 13 sunnyAtlantic 35 16 sunny Des Moines 33 19 sunny Mason City 28 13 sunnyAubudon 34 17 sunny Dubuque 32 17 pt sunny Onawa 36 19 sunnyCedar Rapids 33 15 sunny Farmington 38 18 sunny Oskaloosa 34 15 sunnyCenterville 36 17 sunny Fort Dodge 32 14 sunny Ottumwa 35 16 sunnyClarinda 37 16 sunny Ft Madison 37 20 sunny Red Oak 37 17 sunnyClarion 31 13 sunny Guttenberg 31 15 sunny Sioux Center 32 16 sunnyClinton 33 16 flurries Keokuk 39 20 sunny Sioux City 36 17 sunnyCouncil Bluffs 35 19 sunny Lansing 31 16 mst sunny Spencer 31 14 sunnyCreston 36 16 sunny LeMars 32 16 sunny Waterloo 30 13 sunny

National CitiesCity Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond.Atlanta 48 29 sunny Houston 57 37 pt sunny Phoenix 71 48 sunnyBoston 33 21 windy Los Angeles 72 53 pt sunny San Francisco 65 50 cloudyChicago 33 21 flurries Miami 73 66 pt sunny Seattle 53 37 pt sunnyDallas 54 34 mst sunny Minneapolis 28 15 mst sunny St. Louis 47 26 sunnyDenver 46 30 pt sunny New York 34 28 sunny Washington, DC 38 28 sunny

Moon Phases

LastNov 25

NewDec 2

FirstDec 9

FullDec 17

UV IndexThu

11/282

Low

Fri11/29

2

Low

Sat11/30

2

Low

Sun12/1

2

Low

Mon12/2

1

Low

The UV Index is measured on a 0 -11 number scale, with a higher UVIndex showing the need for greaterskin protection.

0 11

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Day’s RecordFrom Creston Offi cial Weather Station: high past 24 hours (30), low past 24 hours (14) and precipitation ending 7 a.m. today (.0)

Today's WeatherLocal 5-Day Forecast

Thu

11/28

36/16Mainly sunny. High36F. Winds NNW at10 to 20 mph.


Fri

11/29

35/23Mostly Cloudy.Highs in the mid 30sand lows in the low20s.


Sat

11/30

42/21Mostly sunny. Highsin the low 40s andlows in the low 20s.


Sun

12/1

40/27Sunny. Highs in thelow 40s and lows inthe upper 20s.


Mon

12/2

41/30Times of sun andclouds. Highs in thelow 40s and lows inthe low 30s.


Des Moines33/19

Cedar Rapids33/15

Sioux City36/17

Creston36/16

Iowa At A Glance

Area CitiesCity Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond.Algona 31 14 sunny Davenport 34 17 sunny Marshaltown 28 13 sunnyAtlantic 35 16 sunny Des Moines 33 19 sunny Mason City 28 13 sunnyAubudon 34 17 sunny Dubuque 32 17 pt sunny Onawa 36 19 sunnyCedar Rapids 33 15 sunny Farmington 38 18 sunny Oskaloosa 34 15 sunnyCenterville 36 17 sunny Fort Dodge 32 14 sunny Ottumwa 35 16 sunnyClarinda 37 16 sunny Ft Madison 37 20 sunny Red Oak 37 17 sunnyClarion 31 13 sunny Guttenberg 31 15 sunny Sioux Center 32 16 sunnyClinton 33 16 flurries Keokuk 39 20 sunny Sioux City 36 17 sunnyCouncil Bluffs 35 19 sunny Lansing 31 16 mst sunny Spencer 31 14 sunnyCreston 36 16 sunny LeMars 32 16 sunny Waterloo 30 13 sunny

National CitiesCity Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond. City Hi Lo Cond.Atlanta 48 29 sunny Houston 57 37 pt sunny Phoenix 71 48 sunnyBoston 33 21 windy Los Angeles 72 53 pt sunny San Francisco 65 50 cloudyChicago 33 21 flurries Miami 73 66 pt sunny Seattle 53 37 pt sunnyDallas 54 34 mst sunny Minneapolis 28 15 mst sunny St. Louis 47 26 sunnyDenver 46 30 pt sunny New York 34 28 sunny Washington, DC 38 28 sunny

Moon Phases

LastNov 25

NewDec 2

FirstDec 9

FullDec 17

UV IndexThu

11/282

Low

Fri11/29

2

Low

Sat11/30

2

Low

Sun12/1

2

Low

Mon12/2

1

Low

The UV Index is measured on a 0 -11 number scale, with a higher UVIndex showing the need for greaterskin protection.

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Driver’s licenseSchedule of driver’s license

examiners:Bedford: Monday through

Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., treasurer’s office, Taylor County Courthouse, 407 Jefferson St.

Corning: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., trea-surer’s office, Adams CountyCourthouse. Driving tests on Wednesday mornings by appointment.

Creston: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., trea-surer’s office, Union CountyCourthouse, 300 N. Pine St. Driving tests Wednesdays. Call 782-1710 for an appointment.

Greenfield: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., trea-surer’s office, Adair County Courthouse, 400 Public Square.

Mount Ayr: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., trea-surer’s office, Ringgold County Courthouse, 109 W. Madison St.

Osceola: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., treasurer’s office, Clarke County Courthouse, 100 S. Main St.

Winterset: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Madison County Courthouse, 112 N. John Wayne Drive.

WednesdayBlood pressure clinic by Crest

Haven Care Centre nurses, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Lorimor City Hall.

Friends Helping Friends Bereavement Support Group, 3 to 5 p.m., Prairie View Assisted Living room 114, 1709 W. Prairie St.

ThursdayThanksgiving Day.

FridayHoly Spirit Rectory ReRun

Shop, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 107 W. Howard St.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) brown baggers, noon open meet-

ing, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. No smoking.

AA, Prescott Friday Night Group, 6 p.m., United Church (Disciples of Christ), 401 Sixth Ave., Prescott. Use east door.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 12 by 12 study, 7 to 8 p.m., United Church of Christ, 501 W. Montgomery St. Use east door.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA), 8 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

SaturdayCreston Men’s Fellowship

non-denominational Bible study, 7 a.m., The Windrow.

Holy Spirit Rectory ReRun Shop, 9 a.m. to noon, 107 W. Howard St.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 7:30 p.m. open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

SundayAlcoholics Anonymous (AA),

noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), 7:30 p.m. open beginners meet-ing, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St.

MondayUnion County Board of

Supervisors, 9 a.m., Union County Courthouse boardroom.

Woolworth Coffee Club, 9 a.m., Hy-Vee deli.

Creston Rotary Club, noon, Greater Regional Medical Center cafeteria conference room.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA), noon open meeting, St. Malachy Rectory, 407 W. Clark St. No smoking.

TOPS No. 1338, 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church.

Crest Area Theatre, 7 p.m. general membership meet-ing, Southwestern Community College Performing Arts Center Green Room.

AA, 5:30 p.m., Crossroads Mental Health Center, 1003 Cottonwood Rd. Open meeting.

AA, 7:30 p.m., United Church of Christ, 501 W. Montgomery St. Use east door.

Meetings Union County Board of

Supervisors, 9 a.m. Monday, Union County Courthouse boardroom.

Agenda includes: 9:05 a.m. open forum; 9:10 a.m. Tim Ke-nyon, county attorney: tem-porary assistance; 9:25 a.m. Steve Akes, county engineer: maintenance activity report, utility permit application, con-sider railroad crossing safety improvements agreement and discuss personnel issues; 10 a.m. Sandy Hysell, county auditor: TIF revenue certifi-cation and handwritten claim; adjournment; 4:30 p.m. LEC meeting - subcommittee of the board of supervisors.

— — — — — —Graceland Cemetery

Board, 5 p.m. Monday, cem-etery chapel.

Agenda includes: discus-sion of budget for 2014-15; other items.

— — — — — —Southwestern Community

College Board of Directors special meeting, 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, president’s office.

Agenda includes: public hearing for topping slabs, pre-cast hollow core plank, ma-sonry, miscellaneous metals, wood framing, joists, trusses, sheathing, building wrap and windows for dormitory proj-ect; public hearing for eleva-tor for dormitory project.

— — — — — —Union County Board of

Health, 8 a.m. Dec. 5, DV Richardson conference room.

Agenda includes: Karla Ak-ers, tobacco control and pre-

vention coordinator: tobacco coalition and youth outreach; LouAnn Snodgrass, director; Robin Sevier, public health nurse: outreach/public health services monthly report; Amanda Husband, environ-mentalist specialist: monthly report; Jo Duckworth, bioter-rorism/emergency services; health care insurance for en-vironmental health specialist.

Police Miscellaneous

Escort, 8:32 a.m., Tuesday, North Walnut Street.

Incomplete 911 call, 9:32 a.m., Tuesday, South Vine Street.

Accident, 10:35 a.m., Tuesday, West Montgomery Street.

Incomplete 911 call, 1:02 p.m., Tuesday, South Vine Street.

Escort, 1:28 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Traffic stop, 1:43 p.m., Tuesday, Russell Street.

Talk to officer, 2:04 p.m., Tuesday, South Cherry Street.

Welfare check, 2:54 p.m., Tuesday, North Division Street.

Talk to officer, 3:45 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Traffic stop, 4:13 p.m., Tuesday, West Mills Street.

Accident, 4:26 p.m., Tuesday, West Adams Street.

Talk to officer, 5:02 p.m., Tuesday, South Division Street.

Talk to officer, 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, South Walnut Street.

Talk to officer, 5:35 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Reckless driving, 6:01 p.m., Tuesday, North Elm Street.

Traffic stop, 6:50 p.m., Tuesday, North Sumner Avenue.

Assistance, 7:50 p.m., Tuesday, North Mulberry Street.

Harassing communication, 9:34 p.m., Tuesday, North Pine Street.

Possible OWI, 10:40 p.m., Tuesday, West Taylor Street.

Traffic stop, 12:10 a.m., today, North Cedar Street.

Traffic stop, 12:33 a.m., today, Osage Street.

Traffic stop, 12:36 a.m., today, West Taylor Street.

Traffic stop, 12:44 a.m., today, Osage Street.

Traffic stop, 12:51 a.m., today, West Taylor Street.

Traffic stop, 1:24 a.m., today, North Cherry Street.

Traffic stop, 6:30 a.m., today, North Cedar Street.

Accident Alicia Rose Boyer, 16, of

Lenox was cited for failure to yield to a vehicle with the right of way after an accident 10:35 a.m. Tuesday at the intersec-tion of West Montgomery and North Spruce streets.

According to a Creston Police report, Paul Brian Potter, 32, of Des Moines, driving a 2002 Chev-rolet east on West Montgomery, met a 1996 Ford driven south on North Spruce by Boyer at the uncontrolled intersection of West Montgomery and North Spruce and collided with Boyer’s vehicle.

Damage estimates are $4,000 to Potter’s vehicle and $2,500 to Boyer’s vehicle.

Union County Sheriff

Clint Travis of Macks-

burg reported nine black cows missing from his pas-ture on 110th Street in Union County since Nov. 13. All cows had ear tags with numbers in the 2,000s, and the owner’s name. Sev-en had yellow tags and two had green tags.

Loss estimate is $18,000.

Adams County Sheriff

Tommy Watters, 27, of Corning was charged with driving while suspended 8 p.m. Tuesday.

According to an Adams County Sheriff report, sher-iff deputies stopped a vehicle on Corning Carl Road east of Corning for a headlight out. While investigating, it was discovered Watters, the driver, had a suspended li-cense.

Watters was released on $566.25 bond.

Grain prices quoted at 10 a.m. today:

• Farmers Co-op, Cres-ton:

Corn — $4.20

Soybeans — $12.84• Gavilon Grain:Corn — $4.20Soybeans — $12.96

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part of every community.The following is a direc-

tory of volunteer activi-ties and contact numbers.Additions to this list are wel-come. Please call managing edi-tor, 641-782-2141, extension 234, to place your volunteer activity and phone number on the list. This service is published free of charge.

• Greater Regional Medical Center. Volunteers are needed for information/escort, gift shop, bloodmobile, fund-raising, gar-dening and plant care and cleri-cal support. To inquire or get involved, call 641-782-3553.

• SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) volunteers. Training from the Iowa Insurance Commission to provide free, objective infor-mation as well as one-to-one assistance. Volunteers answer questions and provide impartial information to help seniors make well-informed decisions regard-ing their Medicare supplement insurance, long-term care insur-ance, Medicare benefits and claims or other types of health insurance. Call Greater Regional Medical Center, 641-782-3848 and leave information. A SHIIP volunteer will call you back.

• Greater Regional Hospice serving Union, Taylor, Clarke, Adams, Decatur, Madison, Adair and Ringgold counties has opportunities for hospice volun-teers to assist with a variety of duties. Training is provided to individuals who are interested in sitting with hospice patients who are terminally ill to give their caregivers a break or to provide companionship to those patients who may need it. There are opportunities to assist staff with special projects, clerical duties and phone call, as well. Call Tabitha Reasland, Greater

Regional Hospice volunteer coordinator at 641-782-3831.

• Southern Prairie YMCA has a variety of volunteer opportuni-ties available. Volunteer assis-tance is welcome in the Before and After School programs, gen-eral housekeeping, child care, the aquatics program, sports camps and other children’s activities and reception desk duties. Please stop by the YMCA reception desk for an application packet or call 641-782-9622.

• Hospice of Southwest Iowa in Corning offers ongoing train-ing for Hospice Volunteers. Volunteers provide companion-ship, perform tasks and provide support to individuals who are terminally ill and their families. Volunteers are needed for our primary service area: — Adams, Montgomery and Taylor coun-ties. Call Mary O’Riley 641-322-6283 for more information.

• Nursing homes and assisted living. Like other organizations, they have many dedicated vol-unteers, but more are needed. Interested volunteers may choose any local or area nursing home, including Creston Nursing and Rehab Center, 641-782-8511; Crest Haven, 641-782-5012; Afton Care Center, 641-347-8416 and Prairie View Assisted Living, 641-782-3131.

• Special Olympics. Need volunteers who will encourage, cheer on and reward with a hug at the finish line these special athletes. Volunteers always needed in this fun program. Call 641-782-4170 or 641-782-8495.


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Thankful for a nervous SabanFISHTRAP HOLLOW, Miss.

— I rarely watch those “news” vid-eos the Internet pushes, the ones where you are force-fed a couple of advertisements before you reach the meat.

This one, however, said, “Nick Saban Goes Off on Reporter,” and so I had to see. The week before Au-burn plays Alabama, I like to work myself into a competitive lather. At a press conference before Ala-bama was to play Chattanooga — yet another homecoming game for the Tide — a sports reporter who probably makes a few hundred dol-lars a week had the temerity to ask trillion-dollar-contract baby Saban how he thought his quarterback looked on the cover of Sports Il-lustrated. Talk about your softball questions.

Saban slammed the reporter, told him he didn’t know what he was talking about. “Do you think

all I do is sit around and read magazines? You should come and follow me around a week,” Saban said. Then the hack would know, the coach insisted, how he only watches the Weather Channel for 10 minutes in the morning to see if the practice will take place indoors or out. Then he’s done with cur-rent events and all about important business.

Like getting ready to battle Chattanooga, I presume.

And so, as unlikely as it might seem to faithful readers of this col-umn, I am thankful in this season of thanks for a Nick Saban video. The man is edgy, in his full jerk mode.

Auburn may not win every time, but I’m thankful to pull for a team that perennially makes Alabama nervous. And I’m thankful to pull for a team that never lets you leave till the end of a game.

Winning every game, every sea-son, makes fans complacent and bored. Unlike Saban, however, my life doesn’t revolve around football except for one week a year. I’m grateful for other things, too.

Corny, I know, but I’m thank-ful for real books, the kind that you don’t have to turn off during take-off. I’m reading “Salvage the Bones” by Mississippi native Jes-myn Ward, and poetry by David Atwood, who might not be as fa-mous as some poets but whose im-agery stays with me. He writes of the “prodigal spruce,” the Christ-mas tree that arrives once a year and gets our full attention and in-

spires celebration.I’m also grateful for the satsumas

from the little tree my father fussed over for years before it bore citrus. And the pecans that litter his yard.

I am thankful for new friends, like Gale Laird, the generous mas-ter gardener who told me what plants work well and where exactly to plug them in the blank yard on the Coast. And old friends like Ma-rie-Lou Verdier, whose visits from Paris somehow make New Orleans more magical than it normally is. When she bops into a room with her newest French haircut and ex-pressive dark eyes, the energy level of the Big Easy is boosted.

I am grateful my two old dogs, Boozoo and Hank, are hanging in, feeling a few ageing aches, but game nonetheless. Whenever I’m disappointed in people, I think how lucky I’ve been in dogs.

I didn’t make a long voyage this year, but I’m thankful for a host of shorter trips, including one to Syl-acauga, Ala., where I saw fine Ital-ian sculptures in the library. Rick Bragg told me recently that Syl-acauga had that state’s first Ken-tucky Fried Chicken, which defi-nitely is a Bragg-ing point.

I am sincere in my thanks for readers like you, who these days must go to a lot of trouble to find a newspaper in a box on a street in cities that think they don’t need them.

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The Weather Channel reported snow and ice storms

HOLLYWOOD — God bless America, and how’s everybody?

Rolling Stone profiled the twenty-five-year-old woman named Star who announced she’s marrying Charles Manson in California prison. How nice. Her family begged her not to marry him, reminding her that he’s old enough to have murdered her grandparents.

GQ magazine readers named Dennis Rodman America’s least influential celebrity for befriend-ing Kim Jung Un. They pal’d around in North Korea. To this day no one has the nerve to tell Kim that Rodman wasn’t Presi-dent Obama or tell Rodman that Kim wasn’t Psy.

The Weather Channel reported snow and ice storms crossed the nation Monday and threw holiday travel plans in chaos. There were record lows and high winds. It’s so cold in the Midwest that peo-ple are wishing Iran had nuclear weapons that they could use on us.

Toronto’s city council stripped Mayor Rob Ford of municipal powers including staff and the

ability to make appointments. They’ll only allow him to repre-sent the city at public functions. If there’s one thing we’ve learned that’ll make him behave, it’s a spotlight.

President Obama skipped the Gettysburg Address anniversary ceremony last week in Pennsyl-vania. He memorized the speech as a kid. To this day President Obama can proudly state that four score and seven people have successfully signed up for Obam-acare.

HHS Secretary Kathleen Se-belius was being shown improve-ments in the Obamacare website at a public demonstration Friday when it crashed. The onlook-ers applauded. It’s taken seven weeks, but the ObamaCare web-site is starting to lure fans away from NASCAR.

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TopicalhumorArgus Hamilton

The Mother of ThanksgivingIt was 150 years ago that

Sarah Josepha Hale gave us Thanksgiving as we know it. The influential editor was the best friend Thanksgiving ever had. We are accustomed, in a more jaded and secular age, to wars on vari-ous holidays; Hale waged a war for Thanksgiving. For years, she evan-gelized for nationalizing the holiday by designating the last Thursday of November for it to be celebrat-ed annually across the country. Besides plugging for Thanksgiving in her publication, Godey’s Lady’s Book, she wrote Presidents Tay-lor, Fillmore, Pierce and Buchanan about it before hitting pay dirt with Abraham Lincoln. On Oct. 3, 1863, Lincoln urged his fellow citizens to observe the last Thursday of No-vember “as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.”

Hale had succeeded in her long-sought goal, but kept — as Peggy Baker notes in an essay about her as “The Godmother of Thanks-giving” — writing editorials about Thanksgiving for another dozen years. You might say that she was a bore and nag on the topic, if her cause hadn’t been so splendid and her understanding of Thanksgiving so clear-eyed, clairvoyant even.

Hale saw the Fourth of July and Thanksgiving as the twin fes-tivals of the American people, “each connected with their his-tory, and therefore of great im-portance in giving power and distinctness to their nationality,” as she put it in an 1852 editorial. July Fourth celebrated national independence and liberty, while Thanksgiving acknowledged God

“as the dispenser of blessings.” She argued that “these two fes-tivals should be joyfully and uni-versally observed throughout our whole country, and thus incorpo-rated in our habits of thought as inseparable from American life.” Of course, Thanksgiving had ex-isted on these shores long before Hale took it up as a cause. Her description of a New England Thanksgiving feast in her 1827 novel “Northwood” would have been recognized by Norman Rock-well, and could apply with equal accuracy to the average American home today. She described the table “now intended for the whole household, every child having a seat on this occasion; and the more the better.”

“The roasted turkey took prece-dence,” she wrote, “being placed at the head of the table; and well did it become its lordly station, send-ing forth the rich odor of its savory stuffing, and finely covered with the froth of the basting.”

The dessert course is almost as recognizable: “There was a huge plum pudding, custards and pies of every name and description ever known in Yankee land; yet the pumpkin pie occupied the most distinguished niche.”

Thanksgiving had always been held in autumn, Hale explains in the book, “the time when the over-

flowing garners of America call for this expression of joyful gratitude.” But different states held it on dif-ferent days, and the holiday tradi-tion was strongest in New England. Hale wanted to guarantee Thanks-giving’s place in America’s firma-ment by making it a national day.

She quoted the 19th-century British writer Robert Southey in making her case. “Festivals, when duly observed, attach men to the civil and religious institutions of their country,” he wrote. “Who is there who does not recollect their effect upon himself in early life?”

Hale understood the particular pull of Thanksgiving. She wrote in 1837, “It is a festival which will nev-er become obsolete, for it cherishes the best affections of the heart — the social and domestic ties.” (Al-though her faith in family bonds, re-fortified around the Thanks-giving table, might have been a touch naive: “How can we hate our Mississippi brother-in-law? And who is a better fellow than our wife’s uncle from St. Louis?”) In her 1852 editorial, she predict-ed that “wherever an American is found, the last Thursday would be the Thanksgiving Day. Fami-lies may be separated so widely that personal reunion would be impossible; still this festival, like the Fourth of July, will bring every American heart into harmony with his home and his country.” And so it does, still.

Rich Lowry can be reached via e-mail: [email protected]

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BUSINESS/FARMBUSINESS/FARM Nodaway Valley FFA Chapter receives Bronze emblem in forestry competition

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Members of the Nodaway Valley FFA Chapter in Greenfield were one of 40 teams participating in the National FFA Forestry Ca-reer Development Event (CDE). The event was held in conjunction with the 86th National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky.

The team, led by adviser Blake Anderson, was award-ed a Bronze emblem. Mem-bers also competed for indi-vidual awards with 156 other participants. Jacob Baudler, Sydney McElfish, Craig Sackett and Hannah Thomp-son all received Bronze em-blems.

The top 10 individuals and the national winning team members received cash awards to recognize their success in the event. The cash awards and forestry event are sponsored by Husqvarna

and John Deere as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.

The National FFA For-estry CDE is a competitive event that tests students’ skills and knowledge in the area of forest management. Event components include a general forest knowledge exam, tree identification, timber cruising, tree/forest disorders identification, a chainsaw practicum, forestry issues interview and team ac-tivity. Each team competed at local and state levels for the privilege of representing their state at the National FFA Convention and Expo.

This event, held at Ber-nheim Forest in Clermont, Ky., is one of many educa-tional activities at the na-tional convention in which FFA members apply class-room knowledge to real-life situations.

Creston City Water Works audit released Draper, Snodgrass, Mik-

kelsen & Company released an audit report on Creston City Water Works.

The Water Works’ re-ceipts totaled $6,811,427 for the year ended June 30, 2013, a 6 percent decrease from 2012. The receipts included $4,564,549 from charges forservices, $1,398,389 from capital grants, contribu-tions and restricted inter-

est, $6,381 from unrestricted investment earnings and $842,108 from other general receipts.

Disbursements for the year totaled $7,068,754 for business type activities, a 4percent increase from the prior year.

The report contains rec-ommendations to the utility trustees and other utility of-ficials.

A copy of the audit report is available for review in the city clerk’s office, the office of auditor of state and on the auditor of state’s website at http://auditor.iowa.gov/reports/reports.htm.

Audit released on city of Creston Draper, Snodgrass, Mik-

kelsen & Company released an audit report on the city of Creston.

The city’s receipts to-taled $9,998,628 for the year ended June 30. 2013, a 33 percent decrease from 2012. The receipts included $2,451,130 in property tax, $662,093 from tax incre-ment financing collections, $2,889,691 from charges for services, $1,890,362 from operating grants, contribu-tions and restricted interest,

$511,094 from capital grants, contributions and restricted interest, $130,216 from ho-tel/motel sales tax, $893,522 from local option sales tax, and $46,105 from unrestrict-ed investment earnings.

Disbursements for the year totaled $12,121,167, a 1 percent increase from the prior year, and included $1,511,893 for public safe-ty function, $2,468,296 for public works function and $2,673,211 for general gov-ernment function. Also, dis-

bursement for business-type activities totaled $689,599.

The report contains rec-ommendations to the city council and other city offi-cials.

A copy of the audit report is available for review in the city clerk’s office, the office of auditor of state and on the auditor of state’s website at http://auditor.iowa.gov/re-ports/reports.htm.

Driskell achieves membership in Raymond James 2014 Leaders Circle

Gregory S. Driskell, regis-tered prin-cipal of Raymond James Fi-n a n c i a l S e r v i c e s , 801 W. T a y l o r St., was r e c e n t l y named a member of the 2014 Raymond James Insurance Group Leaders Circle.

Raymond James Insur-ance Group annually recog-nizes the top 25 advisers in insurance and annuity busi-ness for the previous fiscal year. This marks the 21st consecutive year Driskell has qualified for this recog-nition.

Driskell, who joined Ray-mond James in 1990, has more than 29 years of experi-ence in the financial services industry.

Driskell

Contributed photoNodaway Valley FFA Chapter is recognized with a Bronze emblem for competing in the National Forestry Career Development Event. Pictured, from left, are Blake Anderson, FFA advisor; Jacob Baudler, Sydney McElfish, Craig Sackett, Hannah Thompson and a representative from John Deere.

Let’s talk turkey Facts on the Farmer• Continuous improve-

ment and education is im-portant to farmers, many have college degrees.

• Iowa’s turkey farm-ers are second-, third- and fourth-generation farmers as well as new beginning farm-ers.

Facts on the Flock• A flock of turkeys roam

freely around a football-field sized climate-controlled barn.

• Hormones and steroids are not used in any turkey production. They are fed-erally banned for use in all

poultry. Better feed, water and living environment help the turkey safely grow.

• Turkeys today are raised in large, open, environmen-tally controlled buildings to keep the turkeys comfort-able. This protects the tur-keys from Iowa’s cold win-ters and hot summers.

• Antibiotics are used to improve the health of tur-keys. Farmers follow prop-er dosing and withdrawal guidelines and work closely with veterinarians. Every flock must be checked for antibiotic residue before it is sent to market.

• Farmers use many tech-niques to prevent disease and suffering among their turkeys, including vaccines and biosecurity measures.

Facts on the Food• On average Americans

eat 18 pounds of turkey per year—based on this number Iowa’s turkey farmers feed over 8.5 million people ev-ery year!

• The United States pro-duces 50 percent of the glob-al turkey production. Why? Turkeys are indigenous to North America. Fossils have proven that wild turkeys have been part of North

America for more than 10 million years! Turkey is tru-ly an American protein and makes sense on the Thanks-giving menu.

Facts for Iowa• Iowa ranks 9th in US

turkey production and 5th in US turkey processing

• 130 turkey farms raise over 10 million turkeys an-nually

• Each turkey raised con-tributes over $24 to Iowa’s economy.

• Economic impact of rais-ing and processing turkeys in Iowa is over 2 billion dollars!

(Iowa Turkey Federation)

More than 13,000 southern Iowans makeus a part of their lives each weekday!

Creston News Advertiser

These local churches welcome you through their doors this

joyous holiday season to join in fellowship and warm your

heart with the word of God.

Share in the Light of the Season

Please join us in celebrating the miracle of our Savior’s birth

during the season of Advent and Christmas.

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (LC-MS), Creston, IA

TLC -- Teaching-Learning-CaringTraditional Belief, Traditional Values, Traditional Worship

800 North Sumner, Creston, Iowa [email protected] • 641-782-5095

www.TrinityCreston.org

Rev. Jonathan C. Watt, PastorOffice: 641-782-5095 x 4 • Cell: 515-462-0566

[email protected]

Every Week Worship Services9:30am - Divine Service11:00am - Sunday School & Adult Bible Classes

Christmas Worship ScheduleAt Trinity we celebrate Christmas by preparing to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ by having services every Wednesdayin December. This time of preparation is called Advent.

Advent services are at 7 PMDecember 4, 11 and 18

Christmas Eve service candlelight is at 7 PMDecember 24

Christmas Day service is at 9:30 AM December 25(Holy Communion will be celebrated)

New Year’s Eve Service is at 7 PM December 31(Holy Communion will be celebrated)

Please come and join us as we celebrate the good news that Jesus was born, lived, and died on the cross for our sins.

Crest Baptist Church1211 N. Poplar St641 782-2018www.crestbaptistchurch.com Chuck Spindler, Pastor

Join us as we journey through Advent each Sunday morningin December. RegulaR ScheduleSunday9:30 a.m. .....Bible study for all ages10:45 a.m. ...WorshipWednesday6:30 p.m. .....children and Youth Ministries Special eventSTuesday, December 17 • 7:00 p.m. Mayflower christian School christmas programWednesday, December 18 • 6:00 p.m. Soup Supper and community carolingSunday, December 22 • 10:45 a.m. contemporary christmas carol ServiceTuesday, December 24 • 6:00 p.m. christmas eve candlelight Service and communion Crest is: Committed to Christ; Connected to Each Other; Commissioned

to Serve our Community and World

Salem Lutheran Church602 W. Townline • Creston IA 50801

641-782-2920December 1 • 10 am Sunday Worship Service with Communion

December 4 • 7 pm Advent Worship Service

December 8 • 10 am Sunday Worship Service with Communion

December 11 • 5 pm Live Nativity Scene and Soup Supper

December 15 • 10 am Sunday School Christmas Program and Worship Service

December 18 • 7 pm Advent Worship Service

December 20 • 7 pm Blue Christmas Service of Healing

December 22 • 10 am Sunday Worship Service

December 24 • 5 pm Candlelight Service with Communion 10 pm Candlelight Service with Communion

December 29 • 10 am Christmas Carol Worship Service

First Baptist Church1001 N Lincoln – Creston, IA

Dave Tebbenkamp, Pastor / Dan Fields, Youth Pastor – www.fbcreston.orgSunday, December 18:45 AM Worship Service with Pastor Dave Tebbenkamp speaking, Lord’s Table10:15 AM Sunday School Hour for all ages12:00 PM All church soup luncheon - Fellowship Hall1:30 PM Caroling at area nursing homes

Sunday, December 88:45 AM Worship Service with BMM Missionary, Mark Self speaking10:15 AM Sunday School Hour for all ages5:00 PM Family Worship Service with ABWE Missionary, Jeff Demerly speaking

Sunday, December 158:45 AM Christmas Cantata - “Mary Did You Know?”10:15 AM Sunday School Hour for all ages5:00 PM “Rejoicing in God’s Greatest Gift” Children’s Christmas Program and Cookie Fellowship

Wednesday, December 186:30 PM No AWANA Clubs - resumes January 9 Sr. High Youth Group - Youth Group Midweek Bible Study and Prayer Time

Sunday, December 228:45 AM Community Christmas Service with Pastor Dave Tebbenkamp speaking- “The Greatest Gift Given”10:15 AM Sunday School Hour for all ages5:00 PM Family Worship Service – Baptism Service

Tuesday, December 246:00 PM Community Christmas Eve Service with Pastor Dave Tebbenkamp speaking - “Pears and Birds”

Wednesday, December 25 No evening ministries

Wednesday, January 1 No evening ministries

United Church Of ChristCongregational of Creston

501 W. Montgomery, Creston (641) 782-7314 Reverend Jim Woodworth, Pastor

Adult Sunday School at 9:30 Worship at 10:45

Dec. 1 - Community Advent Vespers Service at 4:30 p.m.; UCC Congregational Church 140th Anniversary Celebration; light supper following Vespers Service

Dec. 5 - Union County Ministerial Alliance Carol-a-thon at 5:30 p.m. in UCC Congregational fellowship hall. Creston Lighted Christmas Parade at 6:30 p.m. in Creston.

Dec. 8 - Joyful Noise Concert at Creston High School Auditorium, 2 p.m.

Dec. 15 - Joint FPC and UCC Children’s Christmas Program at 6pm

Dec. 17 - Open Table Christmas Dinner hosted by UCC Church Council at 5 p.m.

Dec. 18 - UCC Church Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 7 p.m.

No Open Table meals will be served December 24 or 31.

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHHoly Spirit Parish, 107 W. Howard, Creston

St. Edward Church, 104 W. Union, Afton(641) 782-5278 • Rev. Kenneth Halbur, Pastor

ReconciliationSaturday ..4:30-5:00 p.m. ...........Holy Spirit, CrestonSunday .....8:15-8:45 a.m. ...............Holy Spirit, CrestonSunday .....Following Mass ..........St. Edward, AftonThursday, December 19, Communal Reconciliation,

7:00 p.m., Holy Spirit, CrestonSaturday, December 21, 8:30-10:00 a.m.,

St. Edward, Afton

Weekend ScheduleSaturday . 5:15 p.m. ...................... Holy Spirit, CrestonSunday .... 9:00 a.m. .................... Holy Spirit, CrestonSunday .... 10:45 a.m. ................... St. Edward, Afton

Christmas MassesDecember 24 ..... 4:00 p.m. ............ Holy Spirit, CrestonDecember 24 ..... 7:00 p.m. ............ St. Edward, AftonDecember 24 ..... 10:00 p.m. ........... Holy Spirit, CrestonDecember 25 ..... 9:00 a.m. ............. Holy Spirit, Creston

New Year’s Holyday MassesDecember 31 ....... 5:15 p.m. ............... Holy Spirit, CrestonDecember 31 ....... 7:00 p.m. ............ St. Edward, AftonJanuary 1 .............. 9:00 a.m. ............. Holy Spirit, Creston

The CromwellCongregational

United Church of Christwishes you a blessed andjoyous Christmas season!

Sunday service begin at 10:30am.December 5: Women’s Fellowship public dinner at the Cromwell Church at noon. (Adult price is $7.00.)

December 15: 4:30PM Middle & High School Youth Caroling

December 22: Our young people will present their Christmas program on Sunday morning beginning at 10:30am.

December 24: A traditional candlelight service of worship at 7:00pm. A service of lessons and carols begins at 9:30pm.

We hope you will join us!

“Do you hear what I hear?”God is still speaking ...

Join Us for“THANKSGIVING

COMMUNION SERVICE”November 27

7:00 pmALL ARE INVITED

Join Us for“CHRISTMAS EVE

COMMUNION SERVICE”December 24

7:00 pm

CRESTON FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

400 N. Elm St • Creston, IA 50801782-2427

ALL ARE WELCOME

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH301 E. Townline, Creston, IA 50801

641-782-5511DECEMBER 1st 9:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM Worship Service Advent Candle for Dec. 1st- Penny Carson & friends

DECEMBER 8th 9:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM Worship Service Children’s Program during Worship Service Advent Candle for Dec. 8th- TJ Stalker & family

DECEMBER 15TH 9:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM Worship Service & Children’s Program Coffee Fellowship Advent Candle for Dec. 15th- Blade Martwick & family

DECEMBER 22nd 9:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM Worship Service Advent Candle for Dec. 22nd- Dino Groumoutis & family

DECEMBER 24TH 7:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

DECEMBER 29th 9:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM Worship Service

First Presbyterian Church702 W. Prairie Street, Creston, Iowa 50801

Rev. Jim Woodworth, Interim Pastorwww.crestonfpc.org • 641-782-5938

Worship Service 9:15 Sunday School at 10:30

Dec. 1 - First Sunday in Advent Lighting of the 1st candle (Hope) of the Advent Wreath Choir Sings ~ Communion

Dec. 8 - Lighting of the 2nd candle (Peace) of the Advent Wreath Praise Band Sings

Dec. 8 - Joyful Noise presents “All Creatures Great and Small” 2:00 PM, High School Auditorium

Dec. 15 - Lighting of the 3rd candle (Joy) of the Advent Wreath Choir Sings ~ Children’s Program 6:00 PM, followed by the Christmas Tea

Dec. 22 - Lighting of the 4th candle (Love) of the Advent Wreath Praise Band Sings

Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve 5:30 PM Lighting of the Christ Candle Communion ~ Candelight Service

Dec. 29 - Regular Service Ordain and Install Elders and Deacons Choir Sings

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CHURCHCHURCH Afton

ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, Browning and Filmore Streets, William Richardson, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7 p.m.Bible study and youth. Saturday, 7:25 a.m. “In the Mirror” radio program on Creston Radio.

ST. EDWARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 104 W. Union St., Rev. Ken Halbur, pastor.

Sunday, 10:45 a.m. Mass; after Mass, Confession. Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. Mass. Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Planning meeting for candle lighting service; 6:15 p.m. reli-gious education classes.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. worship with Communion; 2 p.m. nurs-ing home service. Monday, preschool. Tuesday, preschool. Wednesday, preschool; 6 p.m. Wednesday school.

ArispeUNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship

with Communion. Monday, 1 p.m. Quilters. Thursday (12/5), 9 a.m. Quilters.

BeaconsfieldUNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Rick Hawkins, pastor.Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-

vice.

ClearfieldAREA BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

CHURCH, Ron Christian, pastor; Keith Lorenz, associate pastor; 641-336-2409; website www.are-abiblefellowship.org.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship ser-vice; 11:15 a.m. Sunday school. Weednesday, 6:30 p.m. AWANA.

CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Sherry Wiley, lay speaker.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. worship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Sunday school; 9 a.m. worship.

CorningFIRST PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH, 907 Grove Ave., Ken Rummer, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship services.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 901 Nodaway St., Andrew Bardole, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. adult Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. wor-ship service.

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH, Dan Lamgo, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. worship service. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. prayer service.

MESSIANIC MISSION SEVENTH DAY, 405 11th St.

Sabbath services, second and fourth Saturdays. Call 641-322-3386 for time and place.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH, 800 17th St., Philip Ritter, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school and adult Bible study; 10:45 a.m. worship with Holy Communion. Wednesday, 9 a.m. Bible study.

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 504 Grove, Ave., Lazarus Kirigia, pastor.

Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Mass. Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Mass; 7 p.m. youth group. Wednesday, 2 to 5 p.m. religious education classes.

CrestonABUNDANT LIFE FAMILY

CHURCH, 500 S. Birch St., Douglas R. Brunell, pastor, (641) 782-5766, email [email protected]; website www.AbundantLifeFamilyChurch.com.

Sunday, 10:30 a.m. children’s church and worship service; 6:30 p.m. evening worship service. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. worship and Kid’s Club. Thursday, 6:30 a.m. Men of Honor; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Light Switch teens.

APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 600 N. Lincoln St., Paul Vandevender, pastor, 782-5594.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school and worship service; 5:30 p.m. prayer time; 6 p.m. worship

service. Wednesday, 7 p.m. wor-ship service. Home Bible study, call 782-5594.

RIVER OF LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 417 Wyoming Ave., Karen Norton, lead pastor, 641-782-4236, e-mail [email protected].

Today, 7 p.m. Community Thanksgiving Eve Service, The Rev. Delores Doench (Platte Center), guest speaker; Offering will be canned goods to go to Open Table food pantry. Friday, 6 p.m. Movie Night at the Norton Home, “Abel’s Field,” snacks pro-vided. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school classes for all ages; 10:35 a.m. morning worship, “A Promise Kept”; children’s church ages 5-12, nursery available upon request; No small group meeting, because of out of town memorial service. Monday, 6 p.m. Ladies meet at Laura Cozad’s home for a cookie/Christmas goodies gift exchange. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. prayer time in the sanctuary; 7 p.m. Family Night Activities. Thursday (12/5), 7 to 10 a.m. Coffee Cafe. Bring a coffee mug and hang out in fellowship hall. Mini muffins included.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 510 S. Poplar St., Timothy L. Haynie, evangelist.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship service; 7 p.m. J.O.Y. class adult study hour. Wednesday, 7 p.m. youth group at 216 N. Walnut St., adult group at the church.

COMMUNITY OF CHRIST, Creston Congregation (RLDS), 820 N. Elm St., Elder Gary O’Daniels, pastoral coordinator.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. praise and inspiration, Judy Hoakison; 9:30 a.m. church schoolclasses; 10:30 a.m. morning wor-ship, Ken Mallas, presider; Ray Powell, speaker.

CREST BAPTIST, affili-ated with Southern Baptist Convention, Poplar and Townlinestreets, Chuck Spindler, pas-tor. Website: www.crestbaptist-church.com.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Bible study (all ages); 10:45 a.m. worship.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1001 N. Lincoln St., David Tebbenkamp, pastor; Dan Fields, youth pastor.

Sunday, 8:45 a.m. worship service and Lord’s Table; 10:15 a.m. Sunday school hour; 11:15 a.m. special video presentation, auditorium; noon all-church soup luncheon, fellowship hall; 1:30 p.m. All-church caroling at area nursing homes; 4 p.m. Deacon meeting; No choir practicies or evening service. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. AWANA clubs/junior high Trek; senior high youth group and prayer meeting and Bible study. Thursday (12/5), 1:30 p.m. Ladies Bible study.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 301 E. Townline St., Dianna Clark, pas-tor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. adult and chil-dren’s Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship service. Tuesday, 9 a.m. parish nurses in; 1:30 p.m. Tuesday’s Tootles. Wednesday, 6 p.m. praise and worship service.

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST, 104 N. Oak St.

Sunday, 11 a.m. church ser-vice.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 702 W. Prairie St., the Rev. Jim Woodworth, interim pastor.

Thursday-Friday, church office closed. Sunday, 9:15 a.m. wor-ship with traditional Communion, I John 5:1-5, “Overcomers Part 1: The Overcomer”; congregation-al meeting after services; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school; 5 to 6:30 p.m. Youth Group (Davis family). Monday, 5:30 p.m. Joyful Noise practice; 6 p.m. Deacon meet-ing; 7:30 p.m. Property meeting. Tuesday, 1 p.m. Stitch, Knit and Quilt; 5:30 p.m. Joyful Noise practice; 7 p.m. Presbyterian Women meeting. Wednesday, 9 a.m. Revelation Bible study; 8 p.m. Joyful Noise Mass and regular practice.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 400 N. Elm St., Gideon Gallo, pastor, Jim W. Morris, associate pastor. Call 641-782-2427 for a ride.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. worship services; 9:15 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday, 9 a.m. Summit House Bible study. Thursday, 12:05 p.m. United Methodist Men.

GOD’S OUTREACH DELIVERANCE, 306 N. Oak St., 641-278-1173, Pastor JoAnna and Tyrone Davis, 515-249-3364.

Monday through Saturday, 8 to 10 a.m. prayer and worship. Today, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Women’s service. Friday, 7 p.m. Friday Night Fire service. Saturday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Men of Christ break-fast (first and third of month); noon Saturday Sack Lunch for Kids; 2 to 3:30 p.m. drama/dance practice for youth; 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday Night Live foryouth. Sunday, 10:30 a.m. wor-ship service; 6:30 p.m. evening service. Monday, 5 p.m. Monday Night Meal. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. evening service. Wednesday, 5 to 6 p.m. Intercessory prayer.

HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 107 W. Howard St., Rev. Ken Halbur, pastor.

Friday, No Mass; ReRun shop closed. Saturday, ReRun shop closed; 4 to 5 p.m. Confession; 5:15 p.m. Mass. Sunday, 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. Confession; 9 a.m. Mass; after Mass, Knights of Columbus breakfast, hall. Monday, 5 to 6 p.m. Adoration, St. Malachy Chapel; 6 p.m. Mass, St. Malachy Chapel; 6:30 p.m. Scripture study, St. Malachy School library. Tuesday, noon to 5 p.m. ReRun shop; 1 p.m. Assisted Living Mass. Wednesday, 9:15 a.m. St. Malachy School Mass; 7 p.m. religious education class and Reconcilation; and Knights of Columbus meeting, hall. Thursday (12/5), 10:30 a.m. Crest Haven Mass; 3 p.m. Creston Nursing and Rehab Mass; 7 p.m. RCIA, hall.

JERUSALEM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Gideon Gallo, pastor, Jim W. Morris, associate pastor.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Bible study; 9 a.m. worship service.

KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES, 1000 Cottonwood St.

Sunday, 10 a.m. public talk and Watchtower study. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. congregation Bible study, ministry school and ser-vice meeting.

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD I.M. “Mana del Cielo,” 417 Wyoming Ave. The Rev. Miguel Delgado, phone 515-473-2527.

Saturday, noon worship. Sunday, 1:30 p.m. worship.

P LA T TE CE N TE R PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 6 miles south on P27 (High and Dry Road), 1 mile west, one-fourth mile south, Delores Doench, pas-tor.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. fellowship time; 10:30 a.m. worship.

SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, 602 W. Townline St., 641-782-2920, Ben McIntire, pastor. Website: www.salemluth.net. Blog: www.benmcintire.word-press.com.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school and adult education; 10 a.m. wor-ship service with Communion. Monday, 6:30 p.m. Miriam Circle. Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Quilters. Wednesday, 6 p.m. choir prac-tice; 7 p.m. Advent service.

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 104 N. Oak St., Jared Miller, pastor, 515-897-7919, email [email protected].

Saturday, 9 a.m. worship ser-vice; 11 a.m. Sabbath school.

SOLID ROCK MINISTRIES, 1216 N. Cherry St. (corner of Townline and Cherry streets).

Sunday, 9:45 to 10:15 a.m. Sunday school; 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. coffee and fellowship; 10:45 a.m. worship service.

ST. JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 601 S. Maple St., Dan Moore, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-vice and Sunday School.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH (LCMS), 800 N. Sumner Ave., the Rev. Jonathan C. Watt, pastor, 641-782-5095, www.TrinityCreston.org.

Today, 7 p.m. Thanksgiving Eve Divine Service with Holy Communion. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Divine Service; 11 a.m. Sunday school and Bible class-es. Monday, 12:30 p.m. pre-school. Tuesday, 6:30 a.m. Early Risers Bible study at fellow-ship hall; 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool. Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. preschool; 6:30 p.m. Confirmation classes. Thursday (12/5), 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. preschool.

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST (Congregational), 501 W. Montgomery St., the Rev. Jim Woodworth, interim pastor.

Thursday, church office closed. Friday, church office closed; AA meeting. Sunday, 9:30 a.m. adult Sunday school; 10:45 a.m. wor-ship, I John 5:1-5, “Overcomers Part 1: The Overcomer”; 4:30 p.m. Advent Vespers Service, 140th celebration with light meal afterMonday, 7:30 p.m. AA meeting. Tuesday, 9 a.m. to noon Pastor Jim’s office hours; 5 to 6 p.m. Open Table. Wednesday, 8 a.m. TOPS.

CromwellCONGREGATIONAL UNITED

CHURCH OF CHRIST, Dan Moore, pastor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. fellowship;

10:30 a.m. worship and Sunday school. Monday, 12:30 p.m. prayer group, sanctuary; 1 p.m. Quilters. Wednesday, 1 p.m. Quilters.

DiagonalUNITED CHURCH OF

DIAGONAL, Ed Shields, pastor, office 641-734-5704, www.diago-nalchurch.com.

Sunday, 10 a.m. church.

EllstonUNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Robin Thomas, pastor. Website: www.ellstonumc.org.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

GreenfieldCORNERSTONE FELLOWSHIP

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 2158 Highway 92, Jeff Banks, pastor, office 641-743-0221. Website: www.welcometocorner-stone.org.

Thursday, office closed for Thanksgiving. Sunday, 7 a.m. MP3: Men’s Praise, Prayer and Pancakes; 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. worship service; 10:45 to 11:10 a.m. Cornerstone Café; 11:10 a.m. Christian Living classes; 12:15 choir practice; 5 p.m. Elder-led corporate prayer time. Wednesday, 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Cornerstone Youth Choir; 6:20 to 8 p.m. AWANA; 7 to 8:45 p.m. Youth Group.

ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 213 N. E. Elm St., Kenneth Gross, pastor. Website: www.stjohngreenfield.parish-esonline.com.

Thursday, 9 a.m. Mass. Friday, 8:30 a.m. Mass. Saturday, 4:30 to 5 p.m. Reconciliation; 5:15 p.m. Mass. Sunday, 8:15 a.m. Mass.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 108 S.W. 5th St.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-vice; 10 a.m. coffee and fellow-ship; 10:30 a.m. Sunday school. Tuesday, 3:30 to 6 p.m. food bank and children’s clothes closet open; 6:30 p.m. worship service. Thursday, 12:30 p.m. worship service.

LacelleUNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pas-tor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. children’s Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship service.

LenoxCHRISTIAN CHURCH

(DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 107 W. Temple St., Brian Kleinschrodt, pastor.


CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 702 W. Ohio St. Stanley Price, branch president.

Sunday, 10 a.m. sacrament meeting; 11:15 a.m. Sunday school; 12:10 p.m. relief society, priesthood, young women and young men; 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. primary. For local information, contact Clinton Allen, (641) 322-4494.

COUNTRY ROADS BAPTIST CHURCH, at 202 E. Temple (old lumber yard), Mitch Green, pas-tor. Website: countryroadslenox.com.

Sunday, 10 a.m. worship. Wednesday, 6 p.m. meal and study.

MERCER CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 4 miles north, 4 miles west of Lenox, Franklin Rogers, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. worship ser-vice.

SALEM CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 4 miles north, 1 mile west of Lenox.

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 600 W. Michigan St., Lazarus Kirigia, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. Mass with religious education classes after-ward. Wednesday, 7 p.m. CYO.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 103 W. Michigan St., Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. adult Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. wor-ship service and Sunday school for children.

UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 401 W. Michigan St., Tim Maxa, pastor, 641-333-4214.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship ser-vice. First and third Sunday,

youth fellowship. Wednesday, Evening Bible study.

LorimorCHURCH OF GOD, Ben Turner,

pastor.Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday

school; 10:30 a.m. worship ser-vice.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Lorimor, George Henriksen, pas-tor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. Sunday school; 10 a.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Joel Sutton, pastor.

Sunday, 11 a.m. worship with Communion.

MacksburgHEBRON UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Ben Carter-Allen, pas-tor.

Sunday, 10 a.m. Sunday school; 11 a.m. worship service.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Ben Carter-Allen, pas-tor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-vice with supervised nursery during church; 10 a.m. Sunday school. Third Thursday, United Methodist Women.

MurrayBAPTIST CHURCH, Alex

Bauman, pastor.Sunday, 9:45 a.m. Sunday

school; 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. wor-ship services. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Midweek Bible study and prayer meeting. Third Thursday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m. Missionary meeting.

CHURCH OF CHRIST, 430 Third St., Brian McCracken, pastor.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday school; 10:30 a.m. worship services; 7 p.m. Bible Study. Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. JAM for elementary ages; 7 p.m. junior and senior high youth groups.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Sandy Smith and Brandon Campbell, pastors.


OrientP L Y M O U T H

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 311 W. First St., Phil Price, min-ister.

Saturday, 4 p.m. Hanging of the Greens, light supper after. Sunday, 8:30 a.m. brunch; 9 a.m. worship services; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 124 S. Maple St., Cathy Nutting, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-vice.

PrescottPRESCOTT UNITED CHURCH

(DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 401 6th Ave., the Rev. Steven Wainwright.


Shannon CitySHANNON CITY COMMUNITY

CHURCH, Lila Dell Greene, pas-tor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. church service; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

SharpsburgUNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Shurmaine McAlpine, pastor.

Sunday, 8:30 a.m. worship.UNITED PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH, Tim Maxa, pastor.Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-

vice; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

StringtownSTRINGTOWN COMMUNITY

CHURCH, junction of Highway 34 and Sycamore Ave., the Rev. Richard Queener, pastor.

Sunday, 9:45 a.m. worship service. Wednesday, 1 to 4 p.m. Help Center open.

ThayerPLEASANT VALLEY

CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Dwayne Henrichs, pastor.

Sunday, 9 a.m. worship ser-vice; 10 a.m. Sunday school.

TingleyCHRISTIAN CHURCHSunday, 10 a.m. Sunday

School; 11 a.m. worship service.UNITED METHODIST

CHURCH, Robin Thomas, pastor.Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Sunday

school; 10:30 a.m. worship.

United Church of Christ Congregational celebrates

140th anniversary

Next Cromwell dinner to be held Dec. 5

Congregational Church to give away free toys

United Church of Christ Congregational, 501 W. Montgomery St., will cele-brate its 140th anniversary (1873 to 2013) Sunday.

An advent vespers ser-vice will be held 4:30 p.m.

with a light soup supper 5 p.m. The public is wel-come.

A memorabilia table will be set up to display church history articles and artifacts.

The second Cromwell Women’s dinner of the season will be noon Dec. 5. Cost is $7.

Menu includes roast

pork loin, dressing, mashed potatoes and gra-vy, salads and desserts.

Everyone is welcome.

United Church of Christ Congregational Church, 501 W. Montgomery St., will give out free toys 3 to

to 7 p.m. Tuesday. There will be new and pre-loved toys.

Thursday, Nov. 28, 2013ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

This is a good day to talk to parents and authority figures who are connected with your job and perhaps your home. You’ll enjoy entertaining at home today as well.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Look for ways to expand your world today, perhaps through travel, study or seeing films or movies and talking to people from other countries. You want to grab more out of life!

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You can benefit from the wealth and resources of others today. This is a good day to ask for something if you want it — including a loan or mortgage.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Relations with partners and close friends are particularly warm and cozy today. Plan for a fun lunch or an evening with friends and loved ones.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) A work-related romance might begin for some of you today. Others might be involved in work-related travel. Either way, it’s an interesting day!

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) A flirtatious day! Enjoy movies, sports events, the arts or show business and the entertain-ment world. Indulge in playful times with children. It’s a fun day!

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You like your surroundings to be beautiful, especially at home. Today is a good day to redecorate where you live or to shop for beautiful treasures.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) This is a good day to write, act, teach, talk, lecture, sell or promote anything, because your relations with others are warm and friendly. Enjoy good times with siblings and rela-tives.

S A G I T T A R I U S (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) This is an excellent day for business and

commerce. However, beware of something looking bet-ter than it actually might be. Nevertheless, you can make a profit today.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You feel friendly and enthu-siastic today, which is why everyone wants to be in your presence. Enjoy schmoozing with others. It’s a good day to enter into business deals.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Discussions about spiritual-ity and your inner world will

be uplifting to you today. Even time alone to sort out ideas about your values and beliefs will reassure you.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) All group activities are blessed today. Enjoy classes, coffee-klatches, meetings or large conventions, because people want to share their ideas. Keep your ears open; whatever you hear might expand your future.

YOU BORN TODAY You are intense, brilliant and emotion-ally sensitive. Although you are intellectual, you relate to your

world in a physical way. You love humor and wit, and enjoy deep friendships with others. Romance is important to you. You love nature and respect animals. This year, something you’ve been involved with for nine years will end or dimin-ish in order to make room for something new.

Birthdate of: Edwina Mountbatten, socialite/heiress; Ryan Kwanten, actor; Manolo Blahnik, shoe designer.

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the holiday season gives people the chance to take a break from their typically hectic lives to catch up with family and friends. Beyond the festive decorations,

music and food that make this time of year so special, it’s important to take a moment to enjoy the scents and the great feelings, memories and motivations that they inspire — especially while entertaining. Whether it’s the smell of mom’s homemade cookies or the woodsy allure of a fresh-cut tree, these smells have a remarkable way of boosting spirits.

While the holiday season is an especially fragrant and emotional time of year, a new study by Glade shows that many people under value the positive impact scent can have on their daily lives. Forty-four percent of survey respondents said if they had to lose one of their five senses it would be smell. yet, more than four out of five said they know from experience that scent can have a positive effect on mood. those who are aware of the mood enhancing benefits of scent understand its important role during the holidays and beyond.

“scent is one of our most powerful senses. it brings more mean ingful moments to our lives every day by allowing us to feel more, more often. this is especially relevant during the holidays — a time of year rich with fragrance, emotion and memories,” says rachel Herz, Ph.D., who has been researching the intersection of smell, emotion, perception, motivated behavior and cognition since 1990 and is the author of “the scent of Desire: Discovering Our enigmatic sense of smell.”

this winter, capture the moments and special memories of the holiday season by creating a warm environment for family and friends. Here are some tips to incorporate into your holiday enter taining preparations that will make your home perfect for an inviting gathering:

n Evoke the senses through scent From the sweet fragrance of rich vanilla or the blend of winter berries and greenery, walking into a room with a seasonal scent instantly sets the mood, whether it’s comfort and relaxation from warm vanilla or invigoration from wintry greens. a lit candle on a side table is always a lovely touch to your holiday décor, though there are other options for enjoying your favorite fragrances such as Glade Wax melts or Glade Plugins scented Oil Customizables Warmers. you and your guests will love the many options available in the Glade Winter

Collection, which includes scents like sparkling spruce, a fresh balsam and crisp cypress fragrance that may evoke nostalgic memories of decorat ing your first tree or perhaps sledding in the woods after the first winter snow.

n Turn up memorable melodieslike scent, music has a way of evoking feelings and memories. When looking for a playlist, choose music that speaks to child hood holidays. Or, delight older relatives with holiday classics they’ll enjoy. if you have musicians in the mix, encourage them to bring their instrument and favorite holiday songbooks.

n DIY décoradding a cheery look to your home can be done without a trip to the craft or home decorating store. simply fill large glass vases, metallic serving bowls or lanterns with brightly colored glass ornaments for gorgeous centerpieces that will illuminate the room. add a sentimental touch by using decorations that have been passed down through generations.

n Let it glowHaving the right amount of light is a must for any gathering. Be sure to have a room that is properly lit for guests to enjoy activities, while maintaining an inviting atmosphere. everyone will love cozying up to a burning fireplace. if you don’t have a fireplace, place candles around your space for an intimate feel.

n Serve treats that please the sensesGive guests a trip back in time to grandma’s kitchen and bake up special treats that evoke the sense of nostalgia. time your baking so the goodies are done right before the guests arrive to thoroughly enjoy lingering baking smells. Freshly baked ginger bread cookies, cinnamon apple cake or pumpkin pie are always sure to please.

this holiday season, encourage your guests to smell, feel and share their best feelings by creating an atmosphere that is warm, inviting and memorable — because nothing makes us feel quite like scent. For more information, visit www.glade.com or follow Glade on Facebook, twitter and instagram.

Connections between happiness and smellaccording to the study, the following scents were listed as those that most inspire happiness among the respondents questioned:

n Freshly baked bread (72%)

n Freshly laundered clothing (70%)

n Briny smell of the seashore (66%)

n tang of a fresh-cut orange (63%)

n sweet bouquet of apple cinnamon (62%)

n Warm scent of vanilla (60%)

n Decadent smell of chocolate (59%)

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Guards trigger Panthers’ Tip-Off titleBy LARRY PETERSONCNA sports writer • [email protected]

MOUNT AYR — Cres-ton’s front court was al-ready depleted by having junior Natalie Mostek in street clothes, sitting out this week with a concus-sion.

When fouls took their toll on starters Jenna Tay-lor and Olivia Nielsen in the first quarter, coach Larry McNutt had some creative lineups put to-gether in the champion-ship game of the Raider-ette Tip-Off Tournament against host Mount Ayr.

Taylor eventually fouled out with 2:56 remain-ing, and Nielsen, Camryn Somers and guard Chelcee Downing all finished with four fouls as the Panthers grinded out a 69-58 victory with four guards on the floor at the end.

Mount Ayr had its own share of foul trouble, with 24 violations to Creston’s 21, with 6-foot freshman Kelcie Shields disqualified shortly after Taylor was sent to the sidelines.

Taylor finished with 12 points and Somers contrib-uted eight points and nine rebounds to lead the inside attack, but this contest ac-tually turned out to be a guard’s game in terms of scoring leaders.

Downing, one of just three seniors on the squad, poured in 12 points in the first half — including three 3-pointers — for a game-high 18 points. Junior

point guard Brenna Baker s c o r e d n i n e p o i n t s f r o m the free t h r o w line, in-c l u d i n g s e v e r a l s h o t s d o w n the stretch to hold off the Raiderettes, and tal-lied 15 points along with a game-high 11 assists. She received the Player of the Game plaque.

For Mount Ayr, junior guard Ashton Johnson scored 14 p o i n t s . P a i g e D a u g h -ton was a work-horse in-side with four re-b o u n d s and three steals, and finished with nine points to earn the Player of the Game award.

Considering the circum-stances, playing on the road without Mostek on the floor, coach Larry Mc-Nutt said it was a satisfying victory for the Panthers, who will take a 2-0 record to state-ranked Winterset Monday.

“I was really proud of the girls,” McNutt said. “We had to do some things that we really hadn’t worked much on, like our delay game there at the end. We lost some games last year that were very typical of

this, so it was a good one to get.”

Both coaches said the officiating was indicative of the new emphasis on hand-checking and body bumping that is getting na-tionwide attention in the college game.

“It was in the rules meeting,” Mount Ayr coach Thad Streit said. “It seemed a lot touchier tonight, but they said no hand checking, no bump-ing with the body. Free throws were the difference tonight. We had to foul at the end to try to get back into the game, and they wouldn’t miss.”

Creston was 16-of-22 at the line (72.7 percent), in-cluding 9-14 by Baker, who was a primary ball-handler at the end, and therefore put on the line a lot.

She went 2-2 with 2:14 left to give Creston a 62-55 lead, made it a 10-point lead (65-55) with 45 sec-onds left and went 4-4 in the final seconds for the final 11-point spread de-spite a 3-pointer by Mount Ayr’s Megan Warin.

Warin’s first 3-pointer pushed Mount Ayr into a 48-45 lead at the end of the third quarter, after Cres-ton had led most of the game.

With Creston trailing 50-47 two minutes into the final period, guards Taylor Briley and Down-ing sparked the visitors with a fast break bucket and 3-pointer, respective-ly. Downing hit another jumper to make it 54-52,

and from then on the Pan-thers stayed in front.

“I thought Chelcee and Brenna probably played the best two games they have had up to this point,” McNutt said.

“We knew they were go-ing to try to power it in-side and we didn’t defend

that,” Streit said. “We just didn’t help out enough.”Consolation

Lamoni ran away with the third-place game, 64-31, over Orient-Macksburg.

CNA photo by LARRY PETERSONMount Ayr’s Paige Daughton (center) is surrounded by Creston defenders Jenna Taylor (left) and Chelcee Downing during Tuesday’s championship game at the Raiderette Tip-Off Tournament. Daughton was named Player of the Game for Mount Ayr with nine points, four rebounds and three steals in the Raiderettes’ 69-58 loss. Downing had a game-high 18 points for Creston, now 2-0.

Murray’s Barber third-team all-stateSix area players on all-district teams

By SCOTT VICKERCNA sports editor • [email protected]

The Iowa Girls Coaches Association announced its all-state volleyball teams today, and the lone area representative on this year’s all-state teams hails from Murray.

Junior Hannah Barber earned a third-team nod in Class 1A after a record-

breaking season for the Lady Mustangs.

“That’s a nice honor for her and a nice way for us to finish off the season to be able to get somebody on all-state,” Murray head coach Jerry Shields said. “I think she deserved it. That’s a nice honor for her as a junior.”

Barber helped lead the Lady Mustangs to a school record 27 wins in a 27-4 sea-son, topping the previous

mark of 22 wins in a season. She also ranked sixth in Class 1A this season in kills with 366.

That, too, was a school re-cord, breaking the previous mark of 342 by Stephanie Kirk.

“That’s a big individual honor and a big team honor, too, for her to be recog-nized,” Shields said. “We had 27 wins this season, which shattered the old re-

cord of 22 wins. She had 366 kills, and broke the old school record by Stephanie Kirk set back in 2003.”

Barber averaged 4.31 kills per set and hit at a .313 rate. While the M u r r a y attack be-hind her was bal-a n c e d , B a r b e r was the go-to player for the Lady Mustangs.

“We had a lot of balance this year,” Shields said. “Nobody was able to key on her a lot. That made it nice when we did need a point, she was able to get it for us. Grandview Park Baptist was probably the team we strug-gled with the most as far as her, because they followed her all night long and double teamed her the whole time.”All-around game

But it wasn’t just Barber’s attacking at the net that earned her all-state recogni-tion.

She was a leader for the Lady Mustangs in just about every category.

Barber led the team with 81 ace serves this season and served at a 93 percent clip. She recorded a team high 181 digs, as well.

“She did a really nice job serving for us this year, too,” Shields said. “She’s not just a hitter, but a good all-around player. She does a good job. A well-rounded athlete for volleyball.”

Following a regional final loss to Stanton, Viqueen head coach Jody Druivenga noted how her team tried to avoid serving the ball to Barber and wanted to keep from sending free balls over the net toward her, given her defensive prowess.

Shields said the reason for her success on the volleyball court is simple — she puts in the work.

“Volleyball is her only sport,” he said. “She puts in a lot of work. She plays a lot of club ball. The team did more this summer than in the past. She does a lot of practicing at home. As much as she’s put in, it’s a well-de-served award for her.”

Shields said Barber, along with several other volleyball players, spent many hard hours working in the weight room and in conditioning.

“They’re willing to go in there and put the work in first thing in the morning,” he said. “She did a lot of car-diovascular training, too. I think that was a key for our team, for that matter. We didn’t really go five games that often, but when we did go deep in matches, we al-ways had the feeling we’d be able to outlast the other team, because we thought we were in better shape than them.”

Barber, at 6-0, will return next year to form a for-midable front row for the Lady Mustangs with Madi-son Gonseth and Jade Lecy, both sophomores this year, giving Murray three players taller than 5-11 in the front row.

“We’ll have a good for-midable front line,” Shields said. “We’ll bring back two of our better defensive play-ers. Our biggest thing we’ll have to find is a setter to take Kate’s (Patton) spot.”All-district

Barber was also named to the all-district team for Class 1A’s South Central District. Joining her on the South Central all-district team are senior teammates Patton and Megan Oswald.

Patton had a successful season setting for the Lady Mustangs, shattering the school single-season record for assists.

The quick senior finished

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CNA file photo by LARRY PETERSONMurray junior Hannah Barber (12) tips the ball over the net against East Union during regional play this year. Barber was named to the Iowa Girls Coaches Association Class 1A all-state third team today. Barber had a school-record 366 kills in leading the Lady Mustangs to a 27-4 season.

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UNLV has made at least one 3-pointer in each game since the 3-point line was introduced in 1987, or 880 straight games.

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The Numbers Game

Record nightDEKALB, Ill. — Jor-

dan Lynch broke his single-game Football Bowl Subdivision rushing record for quarterbacks with 321 yards, and No. 14 Northern Illinois com-pleted its first unbeaten regular season in 50 years with a 33-14 victory over Western Michigan.

The Huskies (12-0, 8-0 Mid-American) shook off the 17-degree tempera-ture, brisk winds and oc-casional light snowfall to extend the nation’s lon-gest active home winning streak to 26 games.Kobe’s deal

WASHINGTON — Wearing his practice shorts and a sweatshirt, Kobe Bryant looked as if he was ready to return action.

After the Los Angeles Lakers signed the fourth-leading scoring in NBA history to a two-year con-tract extension, Bryant said he can’t wait to play.

In what he says will probably be his final con-tract, Bryant says there was no negotiation. Bry-ant’s new deal is report-edly worth $48.5 million, and it takes him into his 20th season with the Lak-ers.

He hasn’t played this season while recovering from surgery in April on a torn Achilles tendon. He won’t play on this three-game road trip, but he’s looking forward to three practices in the four days off that precede Los An-geles’ game in Sacramen-to on Dec. 6 as a possible return.Hall ballot

NEW YORK —Four-time Cy Young Award winner Greg Maddux, two-time winner Tom Glavine and two-time AL MVP Frank Thomas are among 19 newcomers on this year’s Hall of Fame ballot, joining steroid-tainted holdovers Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Mark McGwire and Sam-my Sosa.

Mike Mussina, Hideo Nomo, Kenny Rogers, Jeff Kent, Moises Alou and Luis Gonzalez also are among the players eligible to be voted on for the first time by the Base-ball Writers’ Association of America.

The 36-player ballot will include Armando Benitez, Sean Casey, Ray Durham, Eric Gagne, Jacque Jones, Todd Jones, Paul Lo Duca, Richie Sexson, J.T. Snow and Mike Timlin, the Hall said Tuesday.

Voters are the ap-proximately 600 writers who have been members of the BBWAA for 10 consecutive years at any point. Ballots are due by Dec. 31, and results will be announced Jan. 8.

Players elected along with choices announced Dec. 9 by the expansion era committee (1973 and later) will be inducted July 27 at Cooperstown. Among those on the com-mittee ballot are retired managers Bobby Cox, Tony La Russa and Joe Torre; late Yankees own-er George Steinbrenner; and late players’ union head Marvin Miller.


Playoff winSIOUX CITY — Fifth-

ranked Morningside ad-vanced to the quarterfinal round of the NAIA Cham-pionship Series with a 40-21 victory against No. 10 Rocky Mountain College in Saturday’s first round action at Elwood Olsen Stadium.

Morningside improved its record to 10-1, while Rocky Mountain bowed out at 8-4.

Morningside’s Brandon Wegher rushed for 277 yards and a pair of touchdowns in 33 carries to finish just 7 yards shy of the Mustangs’ single-game rushing yardage record.

Alan Smith of Creston played for Morningside and had one tackle on a Rocky Mountain punt return.

Morningside will travel to Baldwin City, Kan., for a quarterfinal round game against Baker University in the 2013 NAIA Champi-onship Series on Saturday. Game time will be at 1 p.m.Wrestling tickets

BOONE, Iowa — The Iowa High School State Wrestling Championship

has been a sold out event for more than 20 years and is the only Iowa High School Athletic Associa-tion reserved ticket event.

Tickets are no longer purchased from and dis-tributed by the IHSAA. Member schools who host wrestling programs and the general public now pur-chase their tickets through either a walk-up process or online.

Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Mon-day, Dec. 9, at 10 a.m. The public will be able to pur-chase tickets at the Iowa Events Center ticket office, any Dahl’s store, online at www.dahlstickets.com or by calling 1-866-55-DAHLS. The order limit will be eight tickets.

The ticket price is $8 per ticket, plus a convenience fee of $1.75 per ticket. There will be a $4 handling fee per order. A valid cred-it card will be needed to make an online purchase.

The Iowa Events Center seating chart will be avail-able identifying class 1A, 2A, and 3A mats. All seats

will be assigned in the or-der the transactions are processed either at a ticket-ing location or online.

Anyone with questions or experiencing difficulties ordering tickets should call the Iowa Events Center ticket office at 515-564-8300. Anyone needing as-sistance with ADA seating should call the Iowa Events Center 515-564-8351.TV plans

Iowa’s game at Nebraska at 11 a.m. Friday wil be tele-vised on ABC.

Iowa State’s game at West Virginia at 3 p.m. Saturday will be televised on Fox Sports 1.SWCC

The Southwestern women dropped to 2-6 on the sea-son with an 89-52 loss to Central Columbus (Neb.) in Columbus on Tuesday.

The Southwestern men fell 81-55 to Central Nebras-ka on Tuesday, dropping to 4-3 for the season.

Full reports on Tuesday’s games can be found in an upcoming edition of the Creston News Advertiser.

East Union 41,O-M 24

AFTON — East Union broke open a close game in the second half, outscoring Orient-Macksburg 26-11 in the final two quarters as the Eagles rolled to a 41-24 win here Friday.

Brittany Malone led the way for the Eagles with 19 points, while Kelsey Hoff recorded a double-d o u b l e with 12 p o i n t s and 12 re-b o u n d s . C h e l s e a Hoyt re-c o r d e d f o u r points and a team-high 14 boards.

Shyla Waldhauser led Orient-Macksburg with 10 points. Shannon Eads recorded four points and grabbed 13 rebounds to go with five steals. Lisa Moss also grabbed five steals, scoring six points to go with four rebounds.WCV 62,Nodaway Valley 61

STUART — A monster game from Paige McElfish went for not here Tuesday, as Nodaway Valley came up on the short end of a back-and-forth contest with West Central Valley.

McElfish shot 13-of-16

from the floor to record a game-high 30 points, while also grabbing eight re-bounds.

But, 33 turnovers and shooting just 36 percent from the char-ity stripe cost the Wolver-ines, as West Central Valley fought back for a 62-61 win.

Josie Clarke netted 14 points for the Wolverines and pulled down 12 re-bounds with four blocked shots. Emily Schildberg scored eight points with seven rebounds. Josie Cart-er dished out six assists and finished with four steals.

Bailee Arnbrug led West Central Valley with 23 points, while Olivia McAtee chipped in 14 points.

Nodaway Valley led 19-15 after one quarter, but West Central Valley held a 32-31 lead at halftime. The Wol-verines again held the lead after three quarters at 48-46.

The Wolverines host Clarinda on Dec. 3.Murray 57, SEW 50

LIBERTY CENTER — Murray overcame a 14-point halftime deficit to pick up a seven-point win in its season opener over Southeast War-ren here Tuesday, 57-50.

“First game jitters or just a lot of poor defense in the

first half,” head coach Jerry Shields said. “We gave up more points in the first half than we averaged per game last year. We made adjust-ments offensively and de-fensively at half, and came out a lot more aggressive in the second half.”

Murray outscored the Warhawks 34-13 in the sec-ond half.

Kate Patton led the way for the Lady Mustangs with 20 points, seven steals, four rebounds and three assists.

Madison Gonseth and M e g a n O s w a l d each re-c o r d e d d o u b l e -d o u b l e s for Mur-ray. Gons-eth fin-ished with 13 points and 11 rebounds, while Os-wald netted 11 points with 11 rebounds. Cheyanne Ashby pitched in seven points.

“Madison and Kate did a good job of making free throws in the second half,” Shields said.

The Lady Mustangs over-came 33 turnovers and a game-high 24 points from Southeast Warren’s Haley Seurferer to pick up the win.

Murray returns to action Dec. 3 at home against La-moni.

Sports briefs

Area girls basketball

McElfish

Gonseth

Hoff

Area boys basketballJamboree

EXIRA — Nodaway Valley, ranked seventh by the Iowa Preps preseason poll, picked won 34-20 here Tuesday against Gris-wold in a jamboree game.

Jackson Lamb netted 16 points, while TJ Bower scored 15 and Zach Plym-esser added three points.

The Wolverines forced 20 turnovers, led by Caleb Mueller’s six steals. Lamb and Bower each grabbed

four steals. Plymesser led the team with four re-bounds, while Bower led the team with three assists.

Nodaway Valley opens the season Dec. 3 against Clarinda.

Preseason basketball ratingsGirls basketball ratings

(2012-13 record)Class 1A — 1. Newell-

Fonda 24-3; 2. Burlington Notre Dame 22-4; 3. Colo-Nesco 23-3; 4. Lynnville-Sully 15-8; 5. Janesville 19-4; 6. Ar-We-Va 21-4; 7. Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton 18-6; 8. Central Lyon 26-2; 9. Murray 16-6; 10. Belle Plaine 15-7; 11. Adair-Casey 21-2; 12. Martensdale-St. Marys 13-10; 13. Fremont-Mills 17-7; 14. Harris-Lake Park 14-7; 15. Stanton 16-6.

Class 2A — 1. Western Christian 26-1; 2. Iowa City Regina 19-5; 3. Manson-NW Webster 21-3; 4. Cascade 23-3; 5. Hudson 20-3; 6. Fort Dodge St. Edmond 19-3; 7. Hinton 18-4; 8. North Linn 22-2; 9. Dike-New Hartford 16-7; 10. Lawton-Bronson 26-2; 11. North Butler 19-2; 12. IKM-Manning 23-2; 13. South Central Calhoun 19-5; 14. Panorama 23-3; 15. Sum-ner-Fredericksburg 19-3.

Class 3A — 1. MOC-Floyd Valley 24-2; 2. Bondu-rant-Farrar 17-7; 3. Mount Vernon 18-5; 4. Red Oak 13-12; 5. Nevada 19-5; 6.

Center Point-Urbana 18-6; 7. Williamsburg 16-8; 8. Me-diapolis 21-2; 9. Clear Lake 17-5; 10. Camanche 16-6; 11. Garner-Hayfield/Ventura 16-8; 12. North Polk 19-4; 13. Clarke 18-5; 14. PCM 15-7; 15. Unity Christian 16-6.

Class 4A — 1. Harlan 23-3; 2. Lewis Central 20-4; 3. Cedar Rapids Xavier 17-9; 4. Dallas Center-Grimes 17-6; 5. Sioux City Bishop Heelan 21-4; 6. North Scott 14-9; 7. Davenport Assump-tion 25-2; 8. Perry 16-7; 9. Mount Pleasant 13-9; 10. Ballard 15-8; 11. Winterset 18-6; 12. Grinnell 9-14; 13. Waverly-Shell Rock 22-3; 14. Western Dubuque 17-5; 15. Spencer 12-11.

Class 5A — 1. Des Moines East 21-3; 2. WDM Dowling Catholic 21-5; 3. Iowa City High 20-3; 4. Waterloo West 16-7; 5. Mason City 21-4; 6. WDM Valley 14-8; 7. An-keny Centennial --; 8. Sioux City West 18-5; 9. Cedar Rapids Kennedy 15-8; 10. Cedar Rapids Washington 17-7.

(Source: Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union.)

Boys basketballClass 1A — 1. Boyden-

Hull; 2. Dunkerton; 3. West Lyon; 4. Keota; 5. Newell-Fonda; 6. Easton Valley; 7. Nodaway Valley; 8. Lamoni; 9. Pleasantville; 10. (tie) An-keny Christian and Glad-brook-Reinbeck.

Class 2A — 1. Kuemper Catholic; 2. Western Chris-tian; 3. Iowa Falls-Alden; 4. Cascade; 5. East Sac Coun-ty; 6. Sioux Center; 7. St. Edmond; 8. New Hampton; 9. Pella Christian; 10. West Fork.

Class 3A — 1. Harlan; 2. Dallas Center-Grimes; 3. Grinnell; 4. Carroll; 5. Pel-la; 6. Waverly-Shell Rock; 7. Cedar Rapids Xavier; 8. MOC-Floyd Valley; 9. Dubuque Wahlert; 10. Western Dubuque.

Class 4A — 1. Iowa City West; 2. Bettendorf; 3. Dubuque Senior; 4. Sioux City North; 5. North Scott; 6. Des Moines Hoover; 7. Ankeny Centennial; 8. Wau-kee; 9. Sioux City East; 10. Des Moines North.

(Source: IowaPreps.com.)

Final minutes costly to VikingsBy MARK CRAIGStar Tribune

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The offense rarely chews the clock, and the defense seldom stops foes late.

Having a good four-min-ute offense and two-min-ute defense is Coachspeak for possessing the ability on both sides of the ball to protect leads late in the fourth quarter.

The Minnesota Vikings have some of the key in-gredients needed to be very good at both. They have the league’s best run-ning back to shorten games and many good pass rush-ers to disrupt opposing quarterbacks in obvious passing situations.

Yet a once-promising season sits in ruin because the Vikings have failed in both areas. Some want to assign blame to either Christian Ponder’s four-m i n u t e shortcom-ings or the sec-o n d a r y ’ s two-min-ute defi-c i e n c i e s . But since ties are back in vogue, let’s call it a draw and distribute blame equally.

Four times this season, the Vikings have blown a fourth-quarter lead with less than a minute left in regulation. Three of those have come on the road. So when coach Leslie Frazier says his team is this close to being successful, he’s actually right, even though

his team still deserves its 2-8-1 record.

In game clock time, the Vikings could say they’re 1 minute, 22 seconds from being 4-0 rather than 0-3-1 against the Bears, Browns, Cowboys and Packers. That, they could say, is 142 seconds from being 6-5 and tied with the Lions atop the NFC North.

Then again, there are numbers behind those numbers. And they in no way reflect even remotely what anyone would consid-er satisfactory situational execution of a four-minute offense or a two-minute defense.

On the late fourth-quar-ter drives that resulted in the Vikings losing their leads, the four opposing quarterbacks — Chicago’s Jay Cutler, Cleveland’s Brian Hoyer, Dallas’ Tony Romo and Green Bay’s Matt Flynn — were a combined 25-for-36 pass-ing (69.4 percent) for 279 yards (a 70-yard average), 13 first downs, no sacks, three game-winning touch-downs and one tying field goal.

Those four teams con-verted five of seven third downs and the only fourth down. And, get this, the Cowboys went 90 yards in 2:09 without even facing a third down.

That’s about as bad as it gets for executing a two-minute defense. However, the four-minute offense was responsible in each case for putting an over-worked defense back on the field.

On the four drives that preceded the above drives,

Ponder was 3-for-6 pass-ing for 41 yards, two first downs, one sack and one field goal. Throw out the field goal drive in Chicago and Ponder was 0-for-2 with no first downs and three three-and-outs in the other three games.

In terms of plays in those four games, the Vikings’ four-minute offense ran an average of 4.3 plays for 13 yards and held the ball for an average of 1:46. Then, forced back onto the field, the two-minute defense allowed an average of 10 plays and 67.8 yards.

Execution obviously has been lacking. But coaching can’t be excused either.

With one lead of six points against the Bears and three points against the other three teams, the Vi-kings’ four-minute offense called on Adrian Peterson only six times. There might have been one more, but we’ll n e v e r k n o w s i n c e P o n d e r bobbled a snap and a b o r t e d what would have been ei-ther a handoff to Peterson or a play-action pass at Green Bay on Sunday.

Peterson had 2 yards rushing on three carries in the four-minute situation against the Bears. That drive included an incom-pletion that stopped the clock following second-and-goal from the 4.

Ponder

Peterson

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It was 40-21 at halftime and a 9-1 run to start the second half put the game away for the Demons.

Player of the Game for Lamoni was Tiffany Brun-ner with 18 points. Shan-non Eads received the honor for O-M with 13 points. Shyla Waldhauser scored 10 points and Harp-er Spurrier went 4-4 at the free throw line.

The cancer awareness event raised approximately $1,100 for the local chap-ter of the American Can-cer Society, according to Delwyn Showalter, Mount Ayr athletic director.

ChampionshipMOUNT AYR (58) — Ashton

Johnson 4 5-7 14, Tess Shields 4 2-2 10, Paige Daughton 4 1-3 9, Kelcie Shields 3 3-5 9, Megan Warin 2 1-2 7, Allie Shields 2 0-0 4, Brook Rychnovsky 1 0-0 3, Katie Holmes 1 0-0 2. Totals — 21 12-20 58. FG shooting — 21-46 (45.6 percent). 3-point goals — 4-12 (Warin 2, Johnson 1, Rychnovsky 1). Steals — Daughton 3. Rebounds — 21 (T. Shields 8, Daughton 4, K.

Shields 4). Turnovers — 14. Team fouls — 24. Fouled out — K. Shields.

CRESTON (69) — Chelcee Downing 7 1-2 18, Brenna Baker 3 9-14 15, Jenna Taylor 5 2-2 12, Taylor Briley 2 4-4 8, Camryn Somers 4 0-0 8, Sadie Jones 2 0-0 4, Olivia Nielsen 2 0-0 4. Totals — 25 16-22 69. FG shooting — 25-61 (41 percent). 3-point goals — 3-6 (Downing 3). Rebounds — 31 (Somers 9, Briley 6, Baker 5, Taylor 4). Assists — 20 (Baker 11, Briley 6). Steals — 11 (Baker 5). Blocked shots — 2 (Taylor 1, Nielsen 1). Turnovers — 19. Team fouls — 21. Fouled out — Taylor.

Mt. Ayr — 12 28 48 58Creston — 14 30 45 69

ConsolationLAMONI (64) — Tiffany

Brunner 9 0-1 18, Kyra Stevenson 6 3-5 15, Karli Smith 3 0-0 7, Alicia Alley-Baker 3 1-1 7, Daryn Nowlin 3 0-0 6, Laura Jaeger 1 0-0 2, Bailey Bjorlan 2 2-2 4, Jennifer Eason 2 0-0 4, Kaylee Keefer 0 1-4 1. Totals — 29 7-14 64. 3-point goals — 1 (Smith 1). Team fouls — 25. Fouled out — Shields.

ORIENT-MACKSBURG (31) — Shannon Eads 4 3-4 12, Shyla Waldhauser 2 6-13 10, Harper Spurrier 0 4-4 4, Lisa Moss 2 1-2 3, Courtney Neal 1 0-4 2. Totals — 9 14-27 31. 3-point goals — 1 (Eads 1). Team fouls — 16. Fouled out — Neal.

Lamoni — 18 40 50 64O-M — 6 21 24 31

TIP-OFF:

CNA photo by LARRY PETERSONShannon Eads puts up a shot against Lamoni Tuesday night in the consolation game at the Raiderette Tip-Off Tournament. Eads was named O-M Player of the Game with 12 points in the 64-31 loss.


the season with 666 a s s i s t s , breaking the old mark set by Holly C r a i n with 410 in 2001.

P a t t o n also re-corded 70 ace serve and served 97 percent for the sea-son.

Oswald,

meanwhile, ranked second on the team with 170 kills. She added 24 aces, while serving 96 percent. Oswald ranked third on the team with 55 total blocks and re-corded 60 digs.

East Union senior Brit-tany Malone was named to the Class 1A South West all-d i s t r i c t team in a season that saw her move from hitter to libero. M a l o n e recorded 438 digs and 33 to-

tal blocks, and also finished with 112 kills. She had 20 aces while serving 88 per-cent.

In Class 2A, Southwest Valley junior Marie Palmer was named to the South West all-d i s t r i c t t e a m . Palmer led the Tim-berwolves with 326 kills, hit-ting at a .294 rate. She recorded 34 aces on 84 percent serving. She led the team with 61 total blocks, including 54 solo blocks. She

also recorded 73 digs.Creston junior Natalie

Mostek was named to the Class 4A West all-d i s t r i c t team af-ter lead-ing the Hawkeye 10 Con-f e r e n c e in blocks with 118 total blocks, including 103 solo blocks.

Mostek finished the year with 89 digs and led the Pan-thers with 189 kills. She also recorded 20 ace serves, serv-ing at a 93 percent rate.

VOLLEYBALL:

Patton

Oswald

Malone

Palmer

Mostek


Against Cleveland, Pe-terson ran once for 6 yards. But an incompletion to an open Greg Jennings on third-and-4 not only ended the drive, but stopped the clock.

Against Dallas, Peterson ran once for 1 yard. An in-complete deep ball on first down stopped the clock and contributed to defen-sive players venting their frustration publicly to re-porters after the game.

And against the Packers on Sunday, Peterson had 32 carries, but only one for 2 yards in the four-minute

situation. Ponder’s bob-bled snap on the busted play might have cost Peter-son another carry there.

Ponder’s sack one play later, on third-and-11, turned yet another botched four-minute opportunity over to the two-minute de-fense. And to no one’s sur-prise, the lead disappeared in less than two minutes.

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Public noticeTHE IOWA DISTRICT COURT

UNION COUNTYIN THE MATTER OF

THE ESTATE OFDAVID E. BENSON, Deceased.

Probate No. ESPR015617 NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OF

APPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, ANDNOTICE TO CREDITORS

To All Persons Interested in the estateof DAVID E. BENSON Deceased, whodied on or about November 1, 2013:

You are hereby notified that on the 19th

day of November, 2013, the last will andtestament of DAVID E. BENSON, de-ceased, bearing date of the 21st day of Oc-tober, 2013, was admitted to probate in theabove named court and that TRAUDLBENSON-BRAY was appointed executorof the estate. Any action to set aside thewill must be brought in the district courtof said county within the later to occur offour months from the date of the secondpublication of this notice or one monthfrom the date of mailing of this notice toall heirs of the decedent and devisees un-der the will whose identities are reason-ably ascertainable, or thereafter be foreverbarred.

Notice is further given that all personsindebted to the estate are requested tomake immediate payment to the under-signed, and creditors having claimsagainst the estate shall file them with theclerk of the above named district court, asprovided by law, duly authenticated, forallowance, and unless so filed by the laterto occur of four months from the secondpublication of this notice or one monthfrom the date of mailing of this notice (un-less otherwise allowed or paid) a claim isthereafter forever barred.

Dated this 21st day of November, 2013.TRAUDL BENSON-BRAY

Executor of the estate10947 Blooming Grove Road

Palmyra, IL 62674Marion E. JamesICIS PIN No.: AT0003922Attorney for executorJAMES LAW OFFICE205 ½ N. Elm StreetCreston, Iowa 50801Date of second publication: Dec 4, 2013

THE IOWA DISTRICT COURTUNION COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF

DAVID E. BENSON, Deceased. Probate No. ESPR015617

NOTICE OF PROBATE OF WILL, OFAPPOINTMENT OF EXECUTOR, AND

NOTICE TO CREDITORS To All Persons Interested in the estate

of DAVID E. BENSON Deceased, whodied on or about November 1, 2013:

You are hereby notified that on the 19th

day of November, 2013, the last will andtestament of DAVID E. BENSON, de-ceased, bearing date of the 21st day of Oc-tober, 2013, was admitted to probate in theabove named court and that TRAUDLBENSON-BRAY was appointed executorof the estate. Any action to set aside thewill must be brought in the district courtof said county within the later to occur offour months from the date of the secondpublication of this notice or one monthfrom the date of mailing of this notice toall heirs of the decedent and devisees un-der the will whose identities are reason-ably ascertainable, or thereafter be foreverbarred.

Notice is further given that all personsindebted to the estate are requested tomake immediate payment to the under-signed, and creditors having claimsagainst the estate shall file them with theclerk of the above named district court, asprovided by law, duly authenticated, forallowance, and unless so filed by the laterto occur of four months from the secondpublication of this notice or one monthfrom the date of mailing of this notice (un-less otherwise allowed or paid) a claim isthereafter forever barred.

Dated this 21st day of November, 2013.TRAUDL BENSON-BRAY

Executor of the estate10947 Blooming Grove Road

Palmyra, IL 62674Marion E. JamesICIS PIN No.: AT0003922Attorney for executorJAMES LAW OFFICE205 ½ N. Elm StreetCreston, Iowa 50801Date of second publication: Dec 4, 2013


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KINKADE INDUSTRIES INC. Complete backhoe service with extra reach bucket. Sanitary systems, basements, crawl spaces, dig footings with tren-cher or hoe. Free estimates. Eb Knuth, 641-782-2290; 641-202-2012.

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Afton’s Annual Arts & Craft Extravaganza

East Union High SchoolSaturday, November 30, 2013

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Breakfast 7 - 10 a.m. by Afton PEO

Lunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. by Afton Community ClubPhotos With Santa 10 a.m. to Noon by Joyful Sparks Preschool

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PLANT MANAGERDalton Ag Products, a first-class, fast growing manufacturing

company in Northeast Taylor County is seeking an experienced Plant Manager. Our company is highly regarded in both the industry and community.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience managing complex manufacturing operations. In addition, excellent leadership, communication and organization skills are required.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, relocation, and opportunities for growth.

For immediate consideration, send a current resume and salary requirements to:

[email protected]. Put “Plant Manager” in the subject line of the email.

East Union CSDCollaborative Classroom Associate

Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of completed post-secondary education, experience working with adolescent aged students. This job entails working with students who have been identified as needing special services. Primary responsibility will be to assist the students when they are in the general education classrooms. Expected to 1) support students’ learning at all times in order for students to attain the goals outlined for each in the IEP, 2) work collaboratively with the general education teachers, and 3) communicate with special education teacher. This position requires someone with the capacity to deliver effective learning strategies to help students acquire knowledge and skills, particularly in the areas of mathematics and English/Language Arts. Starting pay: $12/hour.

Send Letter of interest and references to East Union CSD

Attention: Mark Weis, Secondary Principal1916 High School Drive, Afton, IA 50830

EOE Application deadline December 6th, 2013

Greater Regional Medical Center is looking for a dependable, self motivated individual with great customer service skills, to answer phones,

triage computer issues, and check in inventory for our Computer Services department.

Entry level computer knowledge, basic knowledge of Active Directory, Password Security, and Virtualization preferred.

Employee will receive exceptional benefits and competitive salary. Apply online and

view these jobs and more at www.greaterregional.org in the careers section.

EOE Post offer drug screen required

BRANCH MANAGERHammer Medical Supply, Iowa’s leading independent home medical equipment company, is seeking an LPN, RN or Respiratory Therapist to manage our Creston location. The successful candidate will be professional, possess excellent communication skills, and will have a passion for providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications include:• Activeclinicallicense(LPN,RN,RespiratoryTherapist)is required• Supervisoryexperienceispreferred• Mustpossesseffectivetimemanagement,organizational andcommunicationskills• Mustpossessstrongcomputerskills

This is a full-time salaried position with bonus package. Hammer Medical Supply offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401k and employee profit sharing. A drug test and criminal background check will be required.

If you are a dynamic individual seeking a management opportunity with a growing company, please send resume to:

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261 taxable acreStract 1 73 Acres with home, 21.77A cropland

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Creston Nursing & Rehab Center1001 Cottonwood, Creston, IA

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Guests include: Ken Rummer, Juleen Krings, Meghin Pearson, Jane Warner, Community Mass Choir, John Steinbach, Mary O’Riley ...and our grandchildren!

Proceeds go to Creston Basket Fund and Union County Food Pantry.

All Creatures Great and SmallA Community Christmas ConcertSunday, December 8, 2013 ~ 2 p.m.

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5 - 7:30 p.m.Hamburger $2.25 • Cheeseburger $2.50

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FAMILY FEATURES

Holidays are a time fi lled with family, friends and — perhaps most impor-tantly — feasts. Traditional holiday

menu items have the power to evoke warm memories of holidays past while continuing to bring people together year after year. For many, the center of that coveted holiday table would not be complete without a sweet and savory spiral-sliced ham.

But what kind of holiday spread would it be without a plethora of delicious side dishes to accompany and complement the meal? Whether you prefer ham with notes of honey, nuts or fruit, make sure your dinner table boasts a variety of options that enhance its delectable fl avor. Look for recipes that incorporate both traditional and unexpected ingredients for a holiday menu makeover. Doing so will keep guests pleased with familiar favorites, yet pleas-antly surprised with the new variations.

Savory side selectionsIf you’re looking for a savory side that spotlights the distinct fl avors of the season, butternut squash is an excellent choice. White Beans with Bacon and Butternut Squash is a perfect blend of savory, sweet and salty. Serve it alongside your favorite Smithfi eld ham — Honey, Caramel Apple or Pecan Praline glazed — for a true taste of tradition. For more great recipes, visit www.smithfi eld.com.

A potato dish is also a must for many holiday spreads. Break away from mundane mashed potatoes and gravy with this recipe for Smashed Bacon Ranch Potatoes. Family and friends will line up for seconds when they get a taste of the ranch dressing and smoky bacon combination. Or, try this recipe for Green Bean Corn Casserole for another new twist on a classic holiday favorite.

Smashed Bacon Ranch PotatoesCook time: 20 minutesYield: 4 servings

1 1/2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces 4 to 6 slices Smithfi eld Naturally Hickory Smoked Bacon 1/4 cup bottled ranch dressing 2 tablespoons buttermilk or whole milk 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar Salt and pepperCook potatoes in boiling, salted water until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; return to saucepan and mash coarsely. Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until browned; drain and crumble. Pour off drippings from skillet, leaving cling-ing particles in skillet. Add potatoes, salad dressing, buttermilk and vinegar to skillet; stir until well blended. Cook, stirring constantly, until hot. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Green Bean Corn CasseroleCook time: 50 minutesYield: 8 servings

1 bag frozen French-style green beans 1 cup celery, chopped 1/2 cup sour cream 1 can cream of celery soup 1 can corn, drained 1 green pepper, chopped 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated (or more) 1 sleeve butter crackers, fi nely crushed 3 tablespoons melted butterPreheat oven to 350°F. In large mixing bowl, combine fi rst 7 ingredi ents and place in prepared 13-inch by 9-inch casserole dish. Combine crushed butter crackers and melted butter and spread over top of casserole. Bake for 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Note: Add 1 cup diced ham and 1 cup shredded cooked chicken to this recipe to make it a main dish.

White Beans with Bacon and Butternut SquashCook time: 30 minutesYield: 4 servings

2 tablespoons olive oil 4 slices Smithfi eld bacon, chopped 1 pound diced butternut squash 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon curry powder 1/2 cup chicken stock 2 cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups fresh spinach, stems removed and choppedHeat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon to skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until crumbly; remove from skillet, drain on paper towels and reserve 2 tablespoons of drippings in skillet. Add butternut squash, onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg and curry powder to the skillet; saute for 5 minutes; add chicken broth to the skillet, reduce heat to medium low, cover and cook for 5 additional minutes or until butternut squash is tender. Add beans and spinach to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes or until all vege tables are heated through. Sprinkle with reserved bacon.

Holiday Spiral Sliced Ham with Honey GlazeCook time: 10 to 12 minutes per poundYield: 14 servings

1 Smithfi eld Spiral Sliced Ham with Honey GlazePreheat oven to 325°F.

Remove packaging; reserve liquid. Place ham cut-side down on large sheet of foil in roasting pan, pour reserved liquid over ham and wrap completely with foil. Warm ham in oven for 10 to 12 minutes per pound. Do not overheat. After removing from oven, let sit for 5 minutes before glazing. Heat glaze packet for 15 seconds in microwave. Glaze is hot, so be careful when opening packet. Holding packet with towel or oven mitt, cut corner off packet and pour glaze into bowl. Stir well and spoon over ham. Let glazed ham sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow glaze to melt over ham.

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