Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties
Firefighters’ pancake feed is this Sunday
The Hartley Firefighters Association will host its annual pancake breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 6 from 7 a.m.-1 p.m., at the Hartley Community Center.
See the ad on Page 3 for more details.
Gem & Junque Sale is Saturday
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hartley will once again hold its annual Gem & Junque sale on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Proceeds will benefit Camp Okoboji.
A meal will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. See the ad on Page 4 for more details.
Election Day soup suppers planned
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hartley and Hope Lutheran Church in Everly will host Election Day soup and pie suppers on Tuesday, Nov. 8
See the ads on Pages 4 and 7 for more details.
Country Crafters event is Saturday
The Hartley Country Crafters will host their annual craft show on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Hartley Community Center.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided by IEF Club. The Cemetery Chapel Committe will also be selling nuts at the event. See the ads on Pages 5 and 8 for more details.
Chamber announces Christmas Cash, giveaway promotion
The Hartley Chamber of Commerce this week announced details for the Hartley Christmas Cash Loan Program. See the ad on Page 5 for more details.
Additionally, the Chamber is sponsoring a holiday giveaway promotion. See the ad on Page 7 for more details.
Meals planned to honor veterans
The Hartley American Legion Auxiliary will host a breakfast for local veterans and their spouses or other guests on Friday, Nov. 11 from 8-9:30 a.m., at the Legion building. See the ad on Page 3 for more details.
Additionally, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hartley will hold a Veterans Day supper later that evening. The meal will be served from 5-6:30 p.m., and those who wish to attend must RSVP with the church by Friday, Nov. 4.
Caring Rose Week
Jackie’s Floral Center in Hartley is participating in Caring Rose Week Nov. 7-12. See the ad on Page 7 for more details about the promotion.
Poetry recital is Nov. 17 at HPL
The Hartley Poets Group will hold its annual fall poetry recital on Thursday, Nov. 17 from 2-4 p.m., at the Hartley Public Library.
All poets and the public are encouraged to attend. See the ad on Page 7 for more details.
English classes offered in Hartley
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hartley will be offering English classes to the community starting Tuesday, Nov. 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Classes are free. See the ad on Page 7 for more details.
Events planned in May City, Melvin
St. John’s Lutheran Church in May City will hold its annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 11:30-1 p.m., with an auction to follow.
In Melvin, the American Legion is planning a brunch on Sunday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at the Legion building.
See the ads on Pages 7 and 8 for more details.
H-M-S menus
Thursday, Nov. 3: Breakfast – Pancake/sausage bites, fruit, juice; Lunch – Chicken strips, mashed potatoes, cooked carrots, pears, roll (9-12).
Friday, Nov. 4: Breakfast – Donut, fruit, juice; Lunch – Barbecue pork/bun, fries, green beans, mixed fruit.
Monday, Nov. 7: Breakfast – Cereal, pop tart (9-12), fruit, juice; Lunch – Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, corn, oranges, roll (9-12).
Tuesday, Nov. 8: Breakfast – Egg/cheese biscuit, fruit, juice; Lunch – Turkey/cheese bun, sun chips (9-12), baked beans, celery, peaches.
Wednesday, Nov. 9: Breakfast – Breakfast pizza, fruit, juice; Lunch – Taco in bag, lettuce/cheese, red peppers, green beans, grapes.
Thursday, Nov. 10: Breakfast – Waffles, sausage (9-12), fruit, juice; Lunch – Spaghetti, garlic toast, romaine salad, cherry tomatoes, pears
Friday, Nov. 11: Breakfast – Donut, fruit, juice; Lunch – Hamburger/bun, fries, baby carrots, applesauce.
Milk is served with each meal. Fruit/veggie bar offered daily.
Upcoming blood drive at Spencer
LifeServe Blood Center is conducting a drive at Southpark Mall, 901 11th Street SW in Spencer, on Monday, Nov. 7, from 2-6 p.m.
Appointments are required. Schedule a donation appointment online at lifeservebloodcenter.org or call (800) 287-4903.
Recipe swap event Nov. 7 at library
Hartley Public Library will be hosting a Crockpot/Slow Cooker Recipe Swap at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 7. Share your favorite crockpot recipes (no need to bring food, just the written recipe). Recipe cards will be provided.
CC/E menus
Thursday, Nov. 3: Breakfast – Blueberry muffin, cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Pork chopette, mashed potatoes, carrots, dinner roll, banana.
Friday, Nov. 4: Breakfast – Donut, cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Fish sandwich, corn, orange.
Monday, Nov. 7: Breakfast – Cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Sub sandwich, carrots, baked chips, applesauce.
Tuesday, Nov. 8: Breakfast – Egg biscuit, cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Creamed chicken, mashed potatoes, peas, dinner roll, strawberry cup.
Wednesday, Nov. 9: Breakfast – Pancake, cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Mr. Rib on bun, baked beans, coleslaw, apple.
Thursday, Nov. 10: Breakfast – French toast sticks, cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Orange chicken, stir fry vegetables, rice, banana.
Friday, Nov. 11: Breakfast – Breakfast stick, cereal, toast, fruit, juice, yogurt; Lunch – Cheese breadstick, broccoli, peaches.
Milk is served with each meal. Menus are subject to change at any time.
Veterans’ dinner Nov. 13 in Royal
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 248, of Royal, invites all veterans and their families to a dinner at noon on Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Royal Community Building. Please bring a hot dish, salad or dessert to share. Table service and drink will be provided.
Clay Co. Auditor’s Office open for absentee voting
The Clay County Auditor’s Office will be open on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for individuals interested in casting an absentee ballot for the Nov. 8 General Election.
Absentee voting is available at the auditor’s office until Monday, Nov. 7, during normal business hours of 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Curbside voting is also available.
For more information about the 2022 General Election, contact the Clay County Auditor’s Office at (712) 262-1569.
Ernst staff to host traveling office hours
Staff from the office of U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) will be available during November to assist residents in area counties with problems or questions about issues involving Social Security, veterans’ benefits, military affairs, passports, immigration issues, and other federal programs. Senator Ernst will not be at the traveling office hours.
“I want every Iowan to know when they are in need of assistance, my office is here to help,” said Ernst. “Members of my team will be available to help in-person in all 99 counties this November, so please stop by when they are in your area.”
Constituents seeking assistance with federal agencies who are unable to attend the traveling office hours can contact one of the senator’s offices directly or submit a casework request online at http://www.Ernst.senate.gov.
Staff from Senator Ernst’s office will be available at the following area locations.
• Clay County: Wednesday, Nov. 9, noon-1 p.m. at the Spencer City Hall Council Chambers, 101 West 5th Street, Spencer.
• O’Brien County: Wednesday, Nov. 9, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Primghar City Hall Council Room, 160 South Hayes Avenue, Primghar.
• Osceola County: Monday, Nov. 28, 10-11 a.m. at the Sibley City Hall Conference Room, 121 9th Street, Sibley.
