Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
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There's no telling how many animals Bryan Nelson has processed during his 40-plus years at Nelson Locker, he just knows it's a lot. "The cutting is always the same," he said "One time I even butchered without an apron on to see if I couldn't get dirty. The only thing I got blood on was a little on my boots. You've gotta know when to sashay, I guess." All that accumulated muscle memory from slicing meat will be put to more leisurely pursuits soon. As of April 1, Nelson and his wife, Jodene, sold...
An ongoing effort to change the way members are elected to the Clay Central/Everly school board hit another snag recently. Board members on March 30 rescinded a resolution that changed the residential location requirements of district directors. According Board Secretary Diane White, CC/E "jumped the gun" in passing the changes in February. "We could not adopt the plan now," White said. "We had to rescind it and will put back on our Nov. 30, 2022, agenda to approve at that time." According to...
A massive commercial egg-laying facility near Harris is sitting vacant for the second time in seven years thanks to an outbreak of bird flu. According to Chloe Carson, communications director at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, 5 million birds were affected. All were destroyed, as per state and federal guidelines. She said regulations mandate the carcasses be composted or buried to reduce the risk of spreading of the virus. Workers at the multi-building complex located...
Last Legion fish fry is this Friday The American Legion Family of Arthur W. Kirchhoff Post #288 will host its third and final fish fry on Friday, April 8. See the ad on Page 5 for more details. 2 entrees at Red’s Red’s Catering in downtown Hartley will be serving two entrees on Wednesday, April 13 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Pick up in the front. See the ad on Page 4 for more details. Omelet brunch planned for trail The Hartley Rec Trail Committee will host an omelet brunch and bloody Mary bar on Sunday, April 10 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at the Har...
Summer rec program needs volunteers The summer baseball and softball program in Hartley is need of coaches and umpires for the summer season. The rec department is also in need of a director. See the ads on Page 3 for more details. Correction An article last week about bird show cancellations in Iowa incorrectly identified Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig as the Iowa Secretary of State. Paul Pate is the Iowa Secretary of State. The newspaper regrets the error. Spring seasons off to slow start Getting the outdoor sports seasons started ha...
The Hartley Rec Trail Committee recently landed a big donation to help jumpstart fundraising efforts. Duane Kolpin and Connie Olhausen presented a check for $1,359 on behalf of the Hartley Community Foundation. Other recent donations have come from the Lions Club ($500) abnd Y'Adnom Club ($100). The trail committee is in the early stages of fundraising and planning the recreation trail, which would span approximately four miles around Hartley when finished. An omelet brunch and bloody Mary bar...
Staff and students at H-M-S Elementary had fun during Dress Like a Gym Teacher Day on March 30. Participants dressed like a gym teacher in order to help create awareness for heart health. The elementary does this every year in conjunction with older students doing Jump Rope for Heart. The staff also donated $200 to the American Heart Association as part of the campaign. For P.E. teacher Janet Prins (pictured below with student), the day is always a fun one. "The kids definitely took it...
To the editor: As a local pharmacist, I have the distinct pleasure to interact with patients from all walks of life. One common factor among all of my patients is their reliance on familiar, nearby, reliable care. Unfortunately, entities known as Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) are threatening local pharmacies and putting many more out of business. PBMs manage prescription drug programs on behalf of health plan beneficiaries and determine which pharmacies patients can use, what drugs are on patients’ formularies, and how much pharmacies get p...
Church Street in Royal was filled with vehicles lined up and ready for the Clay Central/Everly Fish Fry Fundraiser last Friday night. The annual event was as successful as ever, with people attending from near and far to support the elementary school. All proceeds from the event go towards the CC/E Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) Program....
• Traffic Mohammad Farhad Afzali, Omaha, Neb., Speeding. Brittney R. Adkins, Marrero, La., Speeding; Serious Crime. Regina Ann Van Lenning, Fostoria, Speeding. Kevin Lynn Coffelt, Ardmore, Okla., Speeding. Mark Daniel Stewart, Jr., Aurelia, Registration Violation. Austin Lee Aden, Pomeroy, Axle Weight Violation. Bradley J. Konz, Granville, Speeding. Froilan Muniz Fraira, Sheldon, No Valid Driver’s License. Francisco Damian Ramirez, Storm Lake, Dark Windows; Use of Electronic Device. Charles E. Holmes, Sheldon, Excessive Number of Driving Lig...
• April 10, 1947 The summer recreation program moved one step nearer to completion with the hiring of Harold Church, teacher and coach at the Hartley Public School, as the full time director. The program was to begin June 2 and continue through Aug. 16. To provide a place for young people to gather under supervision and participate in wholesome recreation, the Hartley American Legion granted the use of its building as a recreation center for Wednesday and Saturday night activities. Den No. 2 of the Hartley Cub Scouts, with Mrs. Harold Bryant a...
The All-School Reunion Committee is seeking information on the whereabouts of the following Hartley High School graduates. If you know their location or if they're deceased, please contact Steve Lux or Clayton Pyle, or send an email to [email protected]. The committee is searching for everyone to invite them to the reunion in August. Any information is appreciated to keep records up to date. 1945: Miriam Pruitt. 1950: Gloria Muhs, Marlene Iblings and Marchi Lingert. 1951: Clarene Boernsen...
