Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
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Upcoming events at Hartley library As part of the Winter Naturalist series, O'Brien County Conservation will teach and direct a short lesson and activity to create your own macramé gnomes. The activity will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17. Supplies are provided. A kid's craft day will be held on Monday, Jan. 20 at 2 p.m. Participants will make sock snowmen. Between the Covers book club will hold their monthly meeting from 2-3 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 27. This month's selection is David...
OCEDC receives grant to explore agritourism The Iowa Tourism Office recently announced over $300,000 in Iowa Tourism grants to 35 organizations across the state. The program funds tourism-related marketing initiatives, meetings and events that benefit both local and state economies. Grant awards range from $2,500-10,000 and the recipient is required to provide a 25 percent cash match. O’Brien County Economic Development Corporation (OCEDC) applied for and received a $3,400 grant to fund O’Brien County Tourism’s Agritourism Influencer promo...
The following is based on stories published in the Hartley Sentinel on Jan. 16 and Jan. 23, 1975 The blizzard that hit this area of Iowa and much of Minnesota last Friday, Saturday and Sunday was proclaimed by many as the "worst storm of the century." The combination of snow, cold and wind may well have been the worst in many years. The snow with some wind started rather early on Friday and increased as the day went on. Hartley students were dismissed early that day and returned home. The storm...
Upcoming events at Hartley library Patrons of the Hartley Public Library are welcome to attend a Crafternoon event on Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 2-3:30 p.m. at the library. Participants will design their own winter mugs. Supplies are provided. As part of the Winter Naturalist series, O'Brien County Conservation will teach and direct a short lesson and activity to create your own macramé gnomes. The activity will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17. Supplies are provided. 2024 hunting, fishing...
Audit report released on H-M-S school district Nolte, Cornman & Johnson P.C. has released an audit report on the Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Community School District in Hartley. District revenues totaled $13,617,207 for the year ended June 30, 2023, a 6.18 percent increase from the prior year. Expenses for district operations for the year totaled $10,609,884, a 2.62 percent decrease from the prior year. The increase in total revenues is largely due to an increase in revenues from property taxes...
The Hartley Community Center hosted its annual New Year's Eve bash on Dec. 31 with a meal and trivia contest. Ninety-three people participated in the competition, which was emceed by HCC Board Member Nick Shaffer featuring his "Nick Trivia" quiz. Participants tested their knowledge on a variety of subjects ranging from music to cartoon characters to the history of soda pop names. Winners of the trivia contest was Phil & The Blanks comprised of Jessika Storm, Anna McCarty, Joel Griffin, Seth...
• Jan. 5, 1950 Huntting Elevator Co., of Hartley, opened the Huntting Feed and Seed Store at May City. It was located in the former Bill Winter feed store and managed by William Grapenthin. The afternoon dedication service for St. Paul Lutheran Church's new building was broadcast over station KAYL, Storm Lake. Leo Gordon Rasmussen, special events director of KAYL, made the tape recording. Since not too many people possessed FM frequency radios, Nott Electric Service installed such a radio in t...
Hartley Family Care Clinic recently announced several enhancements to its healthcare services beginning in January 2025. These changes reflect the clinic's ongoing commitment to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to Hartley and the surrounding communities. Dr. Craig Simons, DO, will be joining the Hartley Family Care team to see patients on several Thursdays each month. Dr. Simons is currently a hospitalist at Spencer Hospital and will now bring his expertise to the Hartley...
Wild game feed planned in Royal The Iowa Great Lakes Fishing Club will host its annual wild game feed on Saturday, Jan. 4 at Haggy's in Royal. A free will donation will be accepted. See the ad on Page 6 for more details. Red's Catering menu Red's Catering in downtown Hartley will be serving a variety of carryout specials on Wednesday, Jan. 8. See the ad on Page 4 for more details. First selection for conservation book club O'Brien County Conservation Naturalist Lindsey Kleinhesselink is excited...
Blood donors achieve milestone during 2024 Thirty-five units of blood were collected during the drive held in Hartley on Dec. 24. Those donations will save or potentially sustain the lives of 105 people in need. According to LifeServe Blood Center, 234 units of blood were given during the six drives held in Hartley during 2024, saving and potentially sustaining the lives of 702 people. These donors achieved milestone donations during the year: Bradley Meendering, 16 gallons; Betty Harms, 9;...
The Board of Directors of the Association of Iowa Fairs has recognized the O'Brien County Fair with the 2024 Blue Ribbon Fair Award. The award was presented to the fair's Board of Directors at the Association's 2024 Conference and Annual Meeting, which was held Dec. 13-15 in Des Moines. The O'Brien County Fair, which is held in Primghar, was chosen to receive the award from all fairs in the Northwest District. One fair from each of the association's six districts was recognized. "The fair that...
• Jan. 5, 1950 Officers of the newly organized Rural Young People's Group of O'Brien County started the year right by conducting the January meeting. Officers who were from Hartley included Blaine Hirt, president; Bonnie Harms, secretary; and Don Steinbeck, treasurer. Larry Kindred, formerly of Idaho, Kansas and Iowa, purchased the Henry Morfitt interest in the Marshall-Wells Store in Hartley. Kindred, whose wife had passed way, was anxious to secure living quarters and a housekeeper to care f...
HCC trivia night on New Year’s Eve The Hartley Community Center will host a New Year’s Eve trivia night on Tuesday, Dec. 31. A meal will be served before the contest gets underway. See the ad on Page 2 for more details. No meal at Red’s Catering next week There will be no carryout specials offered at Red’s Catering in Hartley on Wednesday, Jan. 1 due to the holiday. Hartley snow ordinance reminders The City of Hartley is reminding residents of parking and sidewalk snow ordiances. See the ad on Page 4 for complete rules. Crazy Bob’s NYE special...
Re-elected to Iowa State Fair board Elections were held for positions on the Iowa State Fair Board of Directors during the annual State Agricultural Convention, held Dec. 15 in conjunction with the Association of Iowa Fairs Conference. Two new board members were elected to serve two-year terms. Danny Olson, of Red Oak, replaces retiring board member Gary Van Aernam, of Exira (Southwest), and Jarrod Horning, of Ainsworth, replaces retiring board member Gary McConnell, of Bloomfield (Southeast). Outlined in Iowa Code, county fair delegates...
Residents and guests at Community Memorial Assisted Living are now enjoying new lobby furniture thanks to the Community Memorial Health Center Auxiliary. The new setup features two round end tables, a rectangular table and four chairs. Matt Furniture, of Spencer, delivered the items last Thursday. The upgraded furniture was made possible by auxiliary fundraisers. "We always appreciate the contributions and support from the auxiliary," said CMHC Administrator Steve Ziller. "The new furniture is...
Two employees of Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon were recognized with awards from the Community Colleges for Iowa. The prestigious awards celebrate the recipients' significant contributions to education and their exceptional leadership within Iowa's 15 community colleges. Katherine Knobloch, of Hartley, received the 2024 Outstanding Staff Award. She was recognized for her exceptional expertise and tireless dedication, and for playing an integral role in NCC's operations. From...
• Dec. 29, 1949 Mail from the east was delayed until late afternoon or evening because of a wreck of two freight trains near Postville. A similar accident occurred the previous week when the so-called “bologna special” was derailed. Pvt. Robert Bergendahl, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charley Bergendahl of Hartley, reported to Lackland Air Force Base, the “Gateway of the Air Force,” to begin the basic airman indoctrination course. The 13 weeks of training would prepare him for entrance into Air Force technical training. Approximately $165 was taken...
Students at Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High School performed music with a holiday theme during the winter concert on Dec. 9. The jazz choir, featuring soloist Jamie Diaz, sang "All I Want for Christmas is You." The concert choir presented "The Christmas Song" (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire), "Mary, Did You Know?" and "A Very, Merry Christmas." Making their first public appearance of the year, jazz band members performed "Birdland," with soloist David Wetrich on baritone saxophone. The number...
The Clay Central/Everly second graders had a busy day on Dec. 6. After caroling and reading at Community Memorial Health Center and Assisted Living in Hartley, they returned to Royal for their annual Winter Tea festivities at former CC/E teacher Lynn Cronk's home. The festivities began with each student making a lovely toast, followed by each showing off their well-practiced manners and enjoying delicious treats served by another familiar face, former CC/E teacher Lori Larson. Students rounded...
Royal's downtown businesses held their annual open houses last Wednesday. Businesses handed out treats and goodies, CC/E students braved the cold to carol around town, and Home State Bank distributed its annual Christmas donations. Benefactors of HSB's generosity include: Royal American Legion Auxiliary, Linda Yungbluth; Royal American Legion, Allen Batschelet; Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Pastor Mark Wilms; CC/E Girl Scouts, Darcy Teepe, Saige Smires, Jerzey and Kimber Ann Smires; Camp...
Spencer Hospital employees spread holiday cheer through community giving initiatives Spencer Hospital employees have embraced the spirit of the season by adopting 15 senior citizens as part of the Upper Des Moines Opportunity and Elderbridge "Santa for Seniors" program. This heartwarming initiative is just one example of how hospital staff give back to the community throughout the year, embodying a common trait of "Caring Beyond the Hospital Walls." Through the "Santa for Seniors" program,...
• Dec. 22, 1949 Many Hartleyites found it well worth their while to drive to the Martin Decker home northwest of Hartley to view the beautiful Christmas display arranged at the farm. The three Santa Claus days in Hartley drew good-sized crowds. Approximately 2,200 treats were distributed on those days to juvenile visitors. Several merchants also reported record business volume on those days. A committee consisting of Leonard Zahn, William Specht and Kermit Kloppenburg judged the 28 homes that were decorated in the Christmas theme for the h...
Clay Central/Everly Elementary's Beyond the Bell program brought music and imagination to the Mavericks on Tuesday with singer, songwriter, storyteller and artist extraordinaire Chad Elliot visiting for a school-wide concert performance. Elliot completely captivated the Mavericks with his storytelling. His concert performance was down to earth, relatable and creative, and dared the Mavericks to dream, use their imagination and create their own music or stories. The CC/E music room was a giant...
Holiday open houses planned locally Several local businesses are planning open houses this week. Check out the ads inside for more details. Red’s Catering menu Red’s Catering in downtown Hartley will be serving a variety of specials on Wednesday, Dec. 18. Additionally, a carryout Christmas meal will be served on Monday, Dec. 23. See the ads on Page 4 for more details. H-M-S Giving Tree gifts due Dec. 13 The H-M-S Giving Tree will once again provide gifts to families in need during the upcoming holiday season. Gift lists are available on tre...
• Dec. 15, 1949 Despite inclement weather and a threatening forecast, a large congregation of more than 1,100 people attended two dedication services at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. The morning dedication service began at the entrance of the new church where A.C. Hoper, chairman of the building committee, cut a white ribbon that tied the two handles of the front doors together, and unlocked the doors. The worshipers were then ushered into the new building. Baxter Clayton, owner of Clayton’s Variety Store, believed in demonstrating his Chris...
