The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 21,
May 27, 2010

Photo captions:

Odebolt-Arthur Class of 2010 valedictorian is Christine Bloyer and salutatorian is Kaylene Johnson.

Officers of the Odebolt Tuesday Club installed in April are: Sally Porter, president; Arlene Siundell, vice president; Betty Hansen, treasurer; and Elaine Rex, secretary.

Rene Stroud, Sac County Naturalist, while visiting the first grade during their plants and animals science unit, showed a student how to handle a snake .
 

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We Salute Our Odebolt Medical Service Volunteers
National EMS Month, May 2010

EMS
ANYTIME, ANYWHERE, WE'LL BE THERE.

Tonya Dupre (President), Paramedic; Jackie Marron (Vice President), EMT-B; Kay Bloyer (Treasurer), EMT-I; Kathy Stehr, EMT-I; Vicki Beckman, Paramedic; Bill Stehr, EMT-I; Bill Tysor, First Responder; Joey Hoefling, Nurse Exception. Drivers: Dick Bloyer, Dana Dupre, Brodie Veit, Jason Rassel, Robert Bird, Craig Marron, Tammy Neuharth, Bob Harden, Rose Schultz.

Thank You For Volunteering Your Time For Our Area Communities!

Sponsored by Odebolt businesses.

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OBITUARY

ALBERT J. VEIT

Albert J. Veit, 78, of Ute died Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at Elmwood Care Centre in Onawa, Iowa. There will be no services and burial will be at a later date. Armstrong Funeral Home of Ute is in charge of the arrangements.

Albert John Veit was born Jan. 16, 1932, the son of Joseph and Caroline (Smith) Veit, in Odebolt, Iowa. He grew up there and graduated from Odebolt High School with the class of 1950. He worked for awhile and then joined the U.S. Army, serving as a Korean War veteran. After his honorable discharge, he returned home.

In 1955, he met Vera Hanson and the couple were married Sept. 17, 1955, in Minnesota. The couple first lived in Odebolt for a few months and then moved to California in pursuit of employment opportunities. Al worked for Arce Brothers Industrial Land Developers starting in 1955. He continued to work there until 1994, when due to health reasons, the couple moved to an acreage near Ute. In 1999, they built their new home in Ute.

He was a talented carpenter and handyman and enjoyed a good game of cards.

Survivors include Vera, his wife of 54 years; two children, Robert Veit and Mona Barnes of California; and three sisters, Aggie Sporlader and Theresa Soyer of Carroll, Iowa, and Veronica Hughes of Denver, Colo.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Joan VanDeKamp, Sally Sigler, and Clarissa Veit; and two brothers, Charles and William Veit.

OA/BCIG Falcon Frontline

Both the Falcon girls and boys won golf titles in their conference.

The OA/BCIG High School music department held its banquet and awards night on May 13.

The OA/BCIG Middle School concert was presented on May 20, with performances by choirs and bands, plus an art show.

Click for May 10, 2010
Joint School Board Meeting Minutes .pdf file

Happy 50th Wedding Anniversary
Mervin & Margaret Ann Buller
Cards may be sent to the address in this week's Chronicle.

 

 

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The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 20,
May 20, 2010

American Legion Roose Post 313 has selected Jon Stangl, son of Mark and Laura Stangl of Odebolt, to participate in Boys State.
http://www.ialegion.org/boys_state.htm

The Odebolt American Legion Auxiliary will be distributing poppies. Read the poppy story:

The piano students of Kay Bloyer presented their spring recital on May 5 at 7:00 PM at St. Martin's Catholic Church. (photo)

The residents of the Odebolt Nursing & Rehab Center enjoyed ice cream on May 10 and a cook-out on May 12 in observance of National Nursing Home Week. (photos)

May is Beef Month. This week's Chronicle includes a 4-page salute to local beef producers in honor of National Beef Month.
www.iabeef.org

Grand Opening - Boulders Inn & Suites Lake View will host a grand opening Sunday, May 30 from 1 to 4 p.m.
http://www.bouldersinnlakeview.com

OBITUARIES

HAZEL HENRIETTA BUCHANAN OLSON
(An abbreviated obituary appeared last week.)

Hazel Henrietta Buchanan Olson, 89, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho passed away Friday, May 7, 2010, at the Boundary Community Hospital in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Hazel was born Sept. 3, 1920, at home in Crawford County, Iowa, the daughter of Henry and Margaret Hadenfeldt Buchanan. She was baptized in the Lutheran Church in Denison. Hazel, at age 4, attended a rural school through eighth grade. In 1932 the family moved their dairy operation to Odebolt, Iowa where Hazel attended high school, graduating with her class of 1936. After moving to Odebolt the family joined the First Presbyterian Church. Following high school graduation Hazel attended Park College in Missouri and Penn State Teachers College in Nebraska. After obtaining her teaching certificate she taught kindergarten, first and second grade in Kirkman, Iowa and Arthur, Iowa.

On Oct. 26, 1942, Hazel married Ray Olson who was in the medical department of the U.S. Navy. Hazel continued to teach while Ray continued his service in the Pacific Theater. Following his release from the Navy in 1946 they moved to Indianola, Iowa where Ray attended college and later worked in Des Moines, Iowa.

Hazel’s greatest joys were her children, Stephen (Becky) Olson of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, and Suzanne Olson (George) Oehlerking of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; also 11 grand and step-grandchildren; and 26 great and step-great-grandchildren; and a host of friends.

The family were long time members of the Presbyterian Church in Indianola where Hazel served as Sunday school teacher and in the ladies groups. In later years she was active in Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church and the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Des Moines and the P.E.O
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Hazel was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Margaret Buchanan; a brother, Waldon Buchanan, a step-sister, Leona Holst; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

Survivors include her husband: Ray S. Olson of Bonners Ferry, Idaho; one son: Stephen B. Olson of Bonners Ferry, Idaho; one daughter: Suzanne Oehlerking of Highland Ranch, Colorado; eleven grand and step-grandchildren; twenty-six great and step-great grandchildren; one sister: Lavonne Gutzman of Virginia Beach, Virginia; one brother: Gerald (Nancy) Buchanan of Fairfax Station, Virginia; other relatives and friends.

Graveside services and interment were held at 11:15 a.m., Friday, May 14, 2010, at the Odebolt Cemetery in Odebolt, Iowa, with Father Glenn Rankin officiating. Pallbearers included Joe Fortelka, Robert Fortelka, Matthew Fortelka, Donald Holst, Milton Hanson, Ken Bryan and Kyle Buchanan. Following the service all were invited to the First Presbyterian Church in Odebolt for a luncheon and time of fellowship.

A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 15, 2010, at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Des Moines, Iowa with Dean Cathleen Bascom as Presider. Music for the service included Clay Hulsey singing "You Are Mine" by David Haas and "At the River" by Aaron Copeland with David Raymond serving as organist. Following the service all were invited to join the family at the church for a luncheon and time of fellowship. The Pfannebecker Funeral Home, www.pfannebecker.com, Denison, Iowa was in charge of arrangements.

BETTY RAASCH

Betty Raasch, age 90, of Odebolt, IA, passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2010, at Morningside Nursing and Rehab in Ida Grove.

Margaret Elizabeth “Betty” Raasch was born on October 4, 1919, at Ida Grove to W.E. and Jessie (Krick) Shirk. She was baptized April 21, 1935, at the Church of God in Ida Grove and transferred her membership to First Presbyterian Church in Odebolt in 1947. She attended Ida Grove School, graduating in 1937. Betty taught country school from 1937-1942 before becoming a homemaker.

Betty was united in marriage to Raymond Raasch on January 3, 1942, in Des Moines. This union was blessed with two sons: Curtis (Carol) Raasch and Bruce (Polly) Raasch both of Odebolt. They made their home on a farm northeast of Odebolt. She was involved in many church activities and served on many committees which included: Deaconess during Rev. Peters Pastorate from 1949-54; Secretary/Treasurer of the Presbyterian Sunday School from 1956-65; Cradle Roll Supt. since 1965; member of Ingleside since 1969, C. C. Club since 1942; sang in church choir; and member of P.W. and Guilds (Evening and Martha). Her church family was very special to her. For each new baby that was born into the church, Betty would write a poem and make an ornament. She will be truly missed. Betty was a member of the Odebolt-Arthur Fair Board from 1967-1985 and served as treasurer of the Fair Board from 1974-1985.

Betty was a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She treasured her grandchildren and enjoyed reading, writing and working on crossword puzzles. Survivors include her two sons; seven grandchildren: Mark (Cyndi) Raasch of Odebolt and family, Bella Raasch and Tyler and Gracie Wilson; Greg (Melissa) Raasch of Odebolt and their son, Ways; Scott (Stacy) Raasch of Odebolt and daughter, Saige; Jeff (Cassie Huisman) Raasch of Cedar Rapids; Matt (Janene) Raasch of Odebolt and family, Drayton Raasch and Kristina and Amber Rake; Marla Raasch of Charter Oak; and Megan (Mike) Irlbeck of Coon Rapids and sons Craig and Aaron. Other survivors include her brother Jim (Ula) Shirk of Mesa, AZ; two sisters: Harriette (Chris) Laursen of Newell and Virginia Wellendorf of Ida Grove; many special nieces and nephews and extended family members.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; husband in 2004; granddaughter Michelle Marie Raasch; brother-in-law Darrel Wellendorf; sister-in-law Ardith Shirk; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Willard and Hazel Raasch, Dorothy and Emmett Buehler and Marjorie and Raymond Timmerman.

Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 15th at the First Presbyterian Church in Odebolt with Rev. Mark Volkers officiating. Burial was at the Odebolt Cemetery under the direction of the Farber & Otteman Funeral Home.

SHIRLEY SIMON

Shirley Simon, age 80, of Odebolt, Iowa, died unexpectedly Friday, May 14, 2010, at Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa.

Memorial services were held 10 a.m. Monday, May 17, 2010, at the First Presbyterian Church in Odebolt, Iowa, under the direction of Christensen-Huffman Funeral Homes. The Reverend Mark Volkers officiated, with burial in the Odebolt Cemetery.

Born November 24, 1929, in Ida Grove, Iowa, Shirley Anna Simon was the daughter of Floyd and Maddie (Thomas) Martin. She grew up and attended school in Ida Grove.

Shirley married August "Benny" Simon in 1948. The couple made their home in Odebolt and was blessed with five children, Pat, Mike, Sue, Gary, and Jeff. Benny passed away in 1974. Her oldest son, Pat, died June 29, 1965.

Shirley worked as owner/operator of Mom's Place in Odebolt for over ten years. In 1989, she moved near her sister Erma in Milford and provided in-home care in the Lakes Region. She retired in 2003, and returned to Odebolt.

Shirley was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed word search puzzles and cross-stitching.

Survivors include four children, Mike (Liz) Simon of Odebolt, Sue Simon and special friend John Freese of Grundy Center, Gary (Nancy) Simon of Sutherland, and Jeff (Kathy) Simon of Council Bluffs; three grandchildren, Lindsay Simon and special friend Troy Werkmeister of Sutherland, August (A.J.) Simon of Sutherland, and James (J.P.) Simon of Council Bluffs; and two great-grandchildren, Ian and Owen Werkmeister. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Opal Simon of Lake View, and Mavis Simon of Odebolt; as well as several nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.

In addition to her husband and son, Shirley was preceded in death by her parents and four sisters, Erma Meyerdirk, Helen Wilcke, Doris Richardson, and Arlene Ehrig.

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OBITUARY
WAYNE V. CARLSON

Wayne V. Carlson, age 87, of St. Anthony, MN, passed away on May 6, 2010 at Regions Hospital, St. Paul, MN, after a short illness. Celebration of resurrection was held Wednesday, May 12, 11 AM at Christ the King Lutheran Church, New Brighton, MN, followed by a private interment service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts to Lutheran Social Services or a charity of donor's choosing.

Wayne was born on January 4, 1923 on a farm north of Odebolt, IA to Sigurd and Anna Anderson Carlson. He attended country school through eighth grade and graduated from Odebolt High School in 1940.

He moved to Ames to study engineering at Iowa State, then entered the Army during World War II, serving as a First Lieutenant with the Corps of Engineers in Japan after the surrender of the Japanese Army.

Following the war, he returned to Iowa State on the GI Bill, and graduated in mechanical engineering in 1948. He took a job as a metallurgical engineer in a foundry in Charles City, Iowa, and worked in metallurgy for the rest of his career.

In 1951, Wayne left his job in order to travel to Sweden with his parents for three months. They spent most of their time with family in Sigurd’s home village of Stjälkhammer but also toured Stockholm and visited Anna's cousins in Gothenburg. Before the return trip, Wayne took a bus tour from Sweden to Paris, France.

In 1952, Wayne moved to the Twin Cities to work for American Hoist and Derrick. He married Donna Swanson of New Brighton, Minnesota on March 14, 1959.

The family lived in Kirkwood, Missouri; Little Canada, Minnesota; Oskaloosa, Iowa; and Oil City, Pennsylvania before returning to Minnesota in 1974.

Since Wayne retired at age 74, he and Donna have attended elderhostels across the country. He belonged to Midway Toastmasters, and regularly attended a breakfast Bible study with friends from church. Wayne and Donna found a circle of friends at exercise classes for older adults at the Arden Hills YMCA, where Wayne was among a small group that started a regular morning ping pong session that continues today, several years later.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Dorothy Girvan.

He is survived by Donna, his wife of 51 years; children, Eric (Graciela Martinez), Beth (Craig) Carlson-Stevermer, and Greta (Paul) Deak; and grandchildren, Diego Carlson, Jared and Nolan Carlson-Stevermer, and Nicola and Dora Deak.

He brought much joy and love to his family, who will miss him greatly.

(Note:  Wayne was uncle to odebolt.net's web editors)

 

BOOK SIGNING MAY 29 AT PRAIRIE PEDLAR

    Acclaimed garden author, Sharon Lovejoy, of San Luis Obispo, CA will speak and sign her new book, Toad Cottages and Shooting Stars at the Prairie Pedlar Gardens in rural Odebolt on Saturday, May 29th. At 2:00 pm, Sharon will highlight her grandma¹s bag of tricks to share with child gardeners.
     Reservations are required and tickets are $20 and include the program, a festive garden hat, and dessert luncheon. Children under the age of 8 may attend for free in the company of their parents or grandparents. Sharon will be signing books for those who would like to purchase a copy. It will be Sharon¹s only Iowa appearance this spring so don¹t miss this chance to meet and greet a nationally best-selling author and a grandmother who knows how to have fun!
     Toad Cottages and Shooting Stars is the winner of the 2010 iParenting.com Media Award, the 2010 Gold Award from the National Parenting Publications Awards, and the 2010 Silver Award of Achievement from the garden writer¹s Association. Several of the children¹s gardens at the Prairie Pedlar were featured in Sharon¹s first book, Sunflower Houses, published in 1991.

Prairie Pedlar
See events we have planned for 2010
by visiting our calendar!

MAY 23, SUNDAY
GRADUATION - Commencement exercises will be held for seventy-nine Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove seniors at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 23, 2010 at the high school center in Ida Grove.

THANK YOU!
     The OA-BC-IG Music Boosters are proud to say we had another successful Las Vegas Night. We hope all who attended enjoyed themselves & had lots of fun.
     We have so many to thank who made this night such a success. Thank you to the businesses from Ida Grove, Battle Creek, Odebolt, and Arthur who donated money or an item for the chance booth. We greatly appreciate your support to our school’s music department.
     Thank you to the parents who donated food for the supper, cakes for the cakewalk, cash donations & their time working that night. Your support is very much appreciated by the school & your children.
     Thank you to the students who helped set up & clean up after all was done & for those who helped with the games. A very special thank you to our music teachers, Mr. & Mrs. Conley, Mr. Wells, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Currie & Mrs. Fritz for your help & support of the music boosters. Thank you for getting the entertainment that night together & all you do to give our children an appreciation for music.
     Thank you to the Drill Team for your performance.
     Lastly, thank you to the Music Booster committee for all you did to get Las Vegas Night up & running that night.
     Thanks again to the businesses, parents, teachers, students & our community for your support of the music department.
 - OA-BC-IG Music Boosters

PRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL PLANNERS QUALIFY FOR MILLION DOLLAR ROUND TABLE, A TOP LIFE INSURANCE INDUSTRY HONOR

4/13/10 ANKENY, IA – Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE: PRU] announced today that Jan Maltby, James Odson, and Steve Hustedt, financial planners with The Prudential Insurance Company of America’s Midwestern Agency, located at 2501 Southeast Tones Drive, have qualified for membership in the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) – one of the life insurance industry’s most prestigious organizations.
        “Jan, James, and Steve exemplify everything that MDRT stands for – the highest standards of professionalism, competence, integrity, and putting the needs of our customers first," said John Greene, president of Agency Distribution at Prudential. “We are very proud of Jan, James, and Steve and congratulate them on an outstanding year.”
     MDRT membership is based on excellence in customer sales and service, and only a small percentage of life insurance and financial services professionals qualify for membership each year.
    Hustedt, a resident of Ames, is the son of Howard and Marcia Hustedt of Odebolt. He has a B.S. in Business Finance from Iowa State University and joined Prudential in 1990. He earned the CLTC (Certified in Long Term Care) and LUTCF (Life Underwriter Training Council Fellow) industry designations. He was awarded the 2003 Life Insurance Sales Associate of the Year for the Prudential Financial Heartland Agency.
    Maltby is a resident of Clive, Iowa and Odson is resident of Ankeny. Iowa. The financial planning team can be reached at (515) 289-0222.

 

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The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 19,
May 13, 2010

Commencement exercises will be held for seventy-nine Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove seniors at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 23, 2010 at the high school center in Ida Grove.

Iowa School Board Recognition Week, May 9-15, 2010  We urge all citizens to join us in recognizing the dedication and hard work of school board members in preparing today's students for tomorrow's world.
City of Odebolt

Photo - Deb Reinhart, Mary Jeanne Thompson, Tammy Neuharth, Elaine Rex, Ron Rex, Kerry Reinhart and Jack Bensley, members of Odebolt Memorial Walk Park Board, are pictured in this week's Chronicle.

Odebolt-Arthur Retirement Reception
Marilyn Buehler, Roby Larson, Charlotte Nichols, Irene Thayer and Ann Youngquist will be honored on Tuesday, June 1 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the Odebolt multi-purpose room. A short presentation will be held at 4:30 p.m.

A Proud Salute
to America's Armed Forces
 on May 15th, 2010
We would like to salute those who
are currently serving our country.
Sponsored by
THE AMERICAN LEGION & AUXILIARY
Roose Post 313 Odebolt

Odebolt Museum (extracted from April minutes)
-An updated listing of Odebolt cemetery plots is in the museum.
-A protective coating will be installed over the front windows to block UV rays.
-On April 26 the members of the Odebolt Museum Board hosted the Sac County Historical Society. Guests toured the museum before the meeting.
-It's always a pleasure to have Barb Horak visit and her presence adds to many interesting discussions regarding Iowa history, books by Iowa authors and even trying to solve some questions that have remained unanswered over the years.

The O-A PreK class visited ONRC on May 5. The 29 students sang some of their favorite songs from the school year.

OBITUARY
HAZEL OLSON

Hazel Henrietta Buchanan Olson, 89, of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, formerly of Denison and Odebolt, Iowa, died Friday, May 7, 2010, at Boundary Community Hospital in Bonners Ferry.

Graveside services and interment were held at 11:15 a.m., Friday, May 14, 2010 at the Odebolt Cemetery.

Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, May 15, 2010 at Cathedral Church of St. Paul in Des Moines. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Pfannebecker Funeral Home in Denison.

Survivors include her husband, Ray S. Olson of Bonners Ferry; one son, Stephen B. Olson of Bonners Ferry; one daughter, Suzanne Oehlerking of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; 11 grand- and step-grandchildren; 26 great- and step-great-grandchildren; one sister, Lavonne Gutzman of Virginia Beach, Virginia; and one brother, Gerald Buchanan of Fairfax, Station, Virginia.

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 18,
May 6, 2010

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

     My name is Aedan, I am 10 and my sisters name is Adeline, she is 7. We raised money for the St. Josephs Boys home in Haiti. They lost everything the day the earthquake happened.
     My sister and I had thought about what we can do to help people in Haiti. My grandma told us about a man Michael Geilenfeld, who lived in Algona, Iowa and went to Haiti to make a difference. Adeline and I thought we could make a difference by collecting loose change for the boys home he founded.
     The 1st, 3rd, and 5th grade class at St. Martin's Catholic Parish in Odebolt helped us collect change during Lent. Between all of us and private donations we raised over $100.
     Thanks everyone who donated money for our cause.
 - Aedan and Adeline

Odebolt City Park Landscaping -- Step One: Complete. http://odeboltobc.blogspot.com/

The OA 5th Grade and their teacher took part in the planting of a tree in the Odebolt Memorial Walk RV Park on Arbor Day, April 30. Each student received a red maple tree to take home and plant. Odebolt is celebrating its 10th year as a Tree City.

The OA-BCIG sixth and seventh grade TAG students made lap blankets for residents at the Odebolt Nursing & Rehab Center and presented them on April 27. Residents said they are so soft and warm.

The Arthur Evangelical Free Church will celebrate its 125th anniversary on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 13-15 with many events and activities.
     One highlight will be an old-time tent camp meeting church service on Friday, Aug. 13, at the original site of the church southwest of Arthur. Make plans to attend and invite your friends. More information will be posted on the church website at www.arthurefc.org

Happy 90th Birthday to Virginia Linman!
Cards may be sent to Virginia at the address listed in The Chronicle.

The OA/BCIG Newsletter for May 2010
http://www.oabcig.org/Newsletter/10May.pdf
 

WE SALUTE OUR TEACHERS & STAFF
 for Teacher Appreciation Week
May 3 - 7, 2010
The OA-BCIG Community School District
 

National Nurses Week
May 6-12, 2010
Odebolt Nursing & Rehab Center would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge their nursing staff.
Their care and compassion are to be commended not only during this special week,
but also every day of the year. Nurses: Caring today for a healthier tomorrow.
Odebolt Nursing & Rehab Center
"A Care Initiatives Facility"
(712) 668-4867 or 2208
801 S. Des Moines Street, Odebolt, IA 51458

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 17,
April 29, 2010

Arbor Day Proclamation

     Whereas, in 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees, and
     Whereas, this holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of more than a million trees in Nebraska, and Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world, and
     Whereas, trees reduce the erosion of our precious topsoil by wind and water, cut heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide habitat for wildlife, and
     Whereas, trees are a renewable resource giving us paper, wood for our homes, fuel for our fires and countless other wood products, and
     Whereas, trees in our city increase property value, enhance the economic vitality of business areas, and beautify our community and
     Whereas, trees wherever they are planted, are a good source of joy and spiritual renewal, and
     Whereas, the City of Odebolt has been recognized as a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation and desires to continue its tree-planting practices

NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD J. REX, Mayor of the City of Odebolt, do hereby proclaim April 30th as
Arbor Day

in the City of Odebolt, and urge all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day and to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands, and
     Further, I urge all citizens to plant trees to gladden the heart and promote the well-being of this and future generations.

Dated this 29th day of April 2010.
Mayor R. J. Rex

Card Shower for Mary Ann Siebrecht's 80th Birthday.  Send cards to the address listed in The Chronicle.

Whitetails Unlimited held their annual banquet on April 17 at the Odebolt Community Center, with over 200 attendees. Part of the proceeds of items auctioned at the event will go towards conservation efforts in the area.

The OA-BCIG Scholarship Foundation held "An Evening of Education" at the Ida Grove Skate Palace on April 18. Proceeds from an auction held after the dinner will fund scholarships provided each year to seniors seeking post-secondary education.

OBITUARY
BEVERLY JEAN OREGON
Beverly Jean Oregon, 81, of Nevada, died Friday, March 12, 2010 at the Israel Family Hospice House in Ames.

Beverly was born July 27, 1928 at Kiron, Iowa, the daughter of Vern “White” and Alice May Waggoner Boerner. She graduated from Odebolt High School in 1941 and attended Business College in Sioux City for one year. She was united in marriage to Darrell Oregon on June 19, 1948 in Sioux City. Darrell preceded Beverly in death on July 5, 1981. Beverly and Darrell owned Oregon’s Dry Goods in Winfield for many years before moving to Story County. They then had the Sportsman’s Lounge in Ames for many years and she also worked at RH Donnelley’s in Nevada. Beverly then managed the Casey’s General Store in Roland for many years. Beverly was a member of the Nevada First Christian (Disciples of Christ) Church, the McCallsburg American Legion Auxiliary, and was a former 4-H Leader. Beverly loved to bowl, fish, enjoyed flower gardening, decorating at the Regency, and watching birds through her living room window.

She is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law: Vickie and Craig Krueger of Nevada, Iowa, Pamela Flynn of Cedar Park, Texas; four grandchildren: Aaron Krueger, Stephanie Krueger, Monica Flynn, Kyla Flynn; and a brother: Douglas Boerner of Sac City, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Darrell.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 16 at the Bacon Funeral Home in Nevada, Iowa with Pastor Scott Jones officiating. Interment was in the Roland Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Beverly Oregon Memorial Fund.

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High School Seniors on Radio! On April 28th and May 5th, members of the OA-BCIG senior class will be traveling to KCHE in Cherokee and
KDSN in Denison to broadcast tributes to their classmates from 6 to 10 p.m. KCHE is on 92.1 FM and KDSN is on 107 FM.
     Senior DJs on April 28th at KCHE will be Ryan Rohlf, Morgan Olerich, Chris Johnson, Kenzie Baach, Adrienne Burk, and Shayna Cooper.
     Senior DJ's on May 5th at KDSN will be Nick Homan, Justin Hummelgard, Talia Ross, Becky Bruning, Sarah Yancey, and Jessica Neuman. Alternate DJs are Christine Bloyer and Mashayla Luft.
See other breaking school news from www.oabcig.org

FROM THE OA EDUCATION FOUNDATION BLOG:  Directors Seek Info for Project at OA
     OAEF Directors Carolyn Hoelscher and Carol Auen, along with Superintendent Dani Trimble, traveled to the BCIG elementary to view Active Boards being used in the elementary classrooms. The OA Education Foundation is considering raising funds for the OA district to install these active boards in the classrooms.
      A cost proposal will be available at the next foundation meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 12th.
     Both directors were very impressed and excited for the possibilities these would create for the students and teachers. Information will be shared with other board members as well as awarding this spring's mini-grants at the next meeting. Anyone who would like to get involved with the foundation is welcome to attend.    http://odeboltarthurfoundation.blogspot.com/

Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc. teams up with the “Sawtooth Players”

"The mission of Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc.
is to meet the needs of communities and families
through the provision of services
which will enhance the well-being of all people in need."

IDA GROVE, IA – Mid-Sioux Opportunity, Inc. has teamed up with the “Sawtooth Players” from Buena Vista College in Storm Lake to bring murder, mystery, and mayhem to Ida County. The 1st Annual Mid-Sioux Dinner Theatre Fundraiser will take place on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at the Skate Palace in Ida Grove. “Desire & Deception in Dead Man’s Gulch, or Clementine’s Revenge” will take you back to the Wild Wild West where gold rushes, saloons, and the Pony Express reigned.

Social hour begins at 6pm followed by a fabulous meal catered by the Lidderdale Country Store at 7pm. The entertainment portion of the evening will begin at 8pm where theatre goers put their Sherlock Holmes skills to the test to figure out who-dun-it.

Tickets are $20 per person which includes meal and entertainment. Mid-Sioux is also raffling off a 42” LG Flat Screen Plasma TV and a 6 Burner Char-Broil Grill that will be given away the evening of the event; however persons need not be present to win. For more information on where to purchase tickets, please contact Mid-Sioux by calling 712-364-2175 or by visiting www.midsioux.org .

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 16,
April 22, 2010

PROCLAMATION

In order that all people of the City of Odebolt may have the opportunity to honor and recognize the many volunteers and appreciate the needs they meet in the community, I, R. J. Rex, Mayor of the City of Odebolt, do hereby proclaim the week of April 18 - April 24, 2010 in Odebolt, Iowa as Volunteer Appreciation Week.

Witness my hand this 15th day of April, 2010.
- R. J. Rex, Mayor of Odebolt

"Service is the rent you pay for room on this earth." -- Shirley Chisholm

United Bank of Iowa Branch Manager Neil Siebenaller presented a check for $5,000 to Linda Godbersen of the Odebolt Betterment Committee for the Downtown Greenspace Project in Odebolt. (photo) Plans are to start in May with the concrete work. http://odeboltobc.blogspot.com/

The American Legion Auxiliary Post #313 has placed a box at the Odebolt Public Library which has a list of supplies needed for the Omaha Veterans Hospital. They appreciate all who wish to help.

Over 120 people attended the Mat Rats Wrestling Club end-of-the-season party and awards at Time Out Sports Bar & Grill in Odebolt on April 5. Nearly 70 youth wrestlers were honored for the accomplishments during the 2009-2010 season. Carl Hemer was also honored for over ten years as a volunteer coach with the Mat Rats program.

The movie "Peacock" has been released on DVD and Blu-ray. Filming began May 6, 2008 in Odebolt, centering in and around First State Bank.

The Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove High School will present "Virgil's Wedding" by Eddie McPherson (Brooklyn Publishers, LCC) Saturday, April 24, at 7 p.m. at the ECC building in Ida Grove. You're invited to the social clash of the century as a high-end wedding planner and her assistant are hired to direct a simple ceremony for two lovebirds. It's a wild romp before the nuptials are exchanged.

Census 2010
Remember: census data help determine how more than $400 BILLION in Federal funds are distributed to state, local and tribal areas each year. A complete count of our community in the census will help ensure that Odebolt gets its fair share of census-based funding for the next ten years.
Here are the participation rates as of April 19, 2009:
Auburn – 64%
Early – 76%
Lake View – 64%
Lytton – 81%
Nemaha – 76%
Odebolt – 73%
Sac City – 81%
Schaller – 76%
Wall Lake – 73%
Have you returned your Census Information?

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 15
April 15, 2010

The OA Education Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2010 mini grants to be awarded in May. To date, projects in excess of $6,500 have been funded. Photos in this week's Chronicle show OABCIG Middle School students using the Micro-Kiln and one of the laptop computers purchased by the OA Education Foundation.
     The OA Education Foundation was formed two years ago to provide financial assistance for projects, technology, and other needs of the district and students that wouldn't otherwise be funded by the district.
     An endowment fund has been set up for donors to receive special tax credits. For more information, contact Carol Auen or any of the other directors listed on the OAEF Blogspot .
     To donate online, click here and select Odebolt Arthur Education Foundation Endow Iowa Fund from the drop-down list.

The Odebolt Cemetery Committee and community volunteers took part in a clean-up day on April 10 at the Odebolt Cemetery. All efforts were appreciated. (photo)

This week's Chronicle includes the Spring Sports Tab with photos of the girls' and boys' track and golf teams as well as write-ups about the teams and the spring schedules. This special section is sponsored by Odebolt and area businesses.

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 14
April 8, 2010
 

Paving on the remainder of the Sauk Rail Trail between Maple River and Carnarvon began April 5. The contractor will block off mile-long portions of the trail during construction. The project is being completed with a $1 million federal stimulus grant, a $200,000 state transportation grant, $150,000 from Carroll County and $150,000 in private donations.
     Passes for trail use are available at various entry points and the conservation office at the Swan Lake Conservation Education Center. Cost is $1 per day or $15 per year. http://www.saccounty.org/conservation/saukrailtrail.asp

Joey Hoefling, RN, BSN, Administrator of Morningside Rehab & Care Center in Ida Grove, was one of six nurses from across the nation to be selected by NCSBN to participate on the NCLEX item development panel of subject matter experts that was held in Chicago on March 22, 2010. NCSBN is responsible for developing and administering the NCLEX-RN and NCLEX-PN licensing exams. Hoefling was nominated on the basis of clinical specialty and nursing expertise. He lives in Odebolt.

Frank Neville, Odebolt, has been honored as a state winner in the 2009 National Corn Yield Contest, sponsored annually by the National Corn Growers Association. He placed second in the state in the AA Non-Irrigated Class with a yield of 291.5309 bushels per acre.

A reception honoring the three confirmation graduates will be held Sunday, April 11, at 9 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian Church, located at 3rd and Maple in Odebolt. The graduates will read their faith statements and professions of faith at the 10 a.m. Worship Celebration.
     Graduates include Maggie Neddermeyer, Taylor Johnson, and Tistany Bettin. The public is welcome to attend, and visitors are expected.

The Elderbridge Agency on Aging in partnership with the Sixty Plus Nutrition Agency will participate in the 13th Annual Feinstein Challenge during the month of April for a piece of the $1 million pie given away across the nation by philanthropist Shawn Alan Feinstein.
     Elderbridge asks all donors and supporters to make a special contribution during April as every pound of food or dollar donated to Elderbridge will count towards the challenge. Every donation made before the April 30 challenge deadline brings more money to Elderbridge's service area to provide meals for seniors through the Senior Nutrition Program. Every dollar donated will be used to help provide meals locally. Canned goods will be shared with the nearest local food pantry.
     For more information about how you can help the Elderbridge Senior Nutrition Program in the Feinstein Challenge, contact Odebolt Community Center at (712) 668-2223. Also, call Elderbridge at (800) 543-3280 to learn more about the Senior Nutrition Program or the Feinstein Challenge.
http://www.elderbridge.org/

St. Martin Guild served nearly 125 meals at their Annual Spring Salad Luncheon on March 30. The St. Martin Children's Choir, under the direction of Kay Bloyer, provided delightful entertainment with their singing and musical bells. Following the meal there were 15 tables of card enthusiasts.

OBITUARIES

CATHERINE FLAGG
     The following note was sent to The Chronicle by Dorothy Kern of West Des Moines.
     In Remembrance of Catherine Cornelia Fisher Flagg, born 3-21-1925, passed away 3-1-2009.
     I thought some of the enclosed would be of interest to some of Odebolt's older citizens who will remember Catherine Fisher. It was sent to me by the Flagg family, as I am a cousin.
     She graduated from Odebolt High in 1943 and was valedictorian of that class.
     She left Odebolt to attend the University of Washington, married and lived in the Seattle area the rest of her life. She taught for many years. She made many visits to Odebolt as her mother Helen lived there for many years.
     Sincerely,
     Dorothy Kern

CAROLYN HOPPER
     Carolyn E. Hopper went to be with the Lord on March 28, 2010 in San Antonio at the age of 85.
     A Memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 1, 2010 at Highland Park Lutheran Church, 705 Hammond, San Antonio, Texas 78210.
     Carolyn was born October 23, 1924 in Kiron, Iowa to the late John E. & Anna (Ogren) Ekstrom. She was preceded in death by her husband Herman H. Hopper, Jr. in 1981.
     Survivors include her children Katherine Smith & husband Richard, Paul Hopper, Kristi Strech & husband Les; grandchildren Kristyn, Clayton, and Cody Smith; brother John Ekstrom; and a host of other relatives and friends.
     In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Highland Park Lutheran Church.

The OA-BCIG Falcon Frontline
Read sports & school news in this special section of The Chronicle each week.  Visit the school web site for information.
 www.oabcig.org

"Peace, Love and Prom" is the theme for the April 17 prom. The public can view and walk through the decorated Skate Palace in Ida Grove from 3:15 - 5:15, then view the Grand March from outside bleachers at 5:45. This will be the first combined Odebolt-Arthur and Battle Creek-Ida Grove prom, and the junior class is hoping to make this an elegant and memorable evening. The prom sponsor is Kathleen Gunderson and she is being assisted by Jacki Bogue and Karen Cranston.

HOAGIES   On March 29 the high school and middle school students gathered at the MPR to mass-produce hoagie sandwiches for delivery. In 90 minutes the group put together 10,000 hoagies, 2,000 more than were sold last year. The annual fundraiser began in 1987. Profits go toward athletic activities. (photos)

Odebolt-Arthur Senior Spotlights - Jessica Neumann, Quinn Reik, Megan Snyder and Ryan Rohlf

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‘Peacock’ film to be released April 20

     The movie "Peacock" will be released on DVD and Bluray April 20, according to information obtained from “The Movie Insider” and “Amazon” websites.
     In May 2008, seven Odebolt residents were cast as extras in the movie and sequences were filmed in Odebolt in and around First State Bank. The extras were Blake Cooper, Mark Stangl, Sharon Rohlf, Karen Hemer, Paul Veit, Mark Heidenreich and Jory Hemer. [editor's note:  I am told that Odebolt Mayor Ron Rex was in 3 scenes as well.]
     The psychological thriller takes place in fictitious Peacock, Neb., where Cillian Murphy plays John Skillpa, a shy bank employee who leads a double life with a split personality disorder. Skillpa’s life is shattered when a train crashes in his backyard, revealing a woman living there who no one ever knew existed. A down-and-out Wisconsin girl from the bank clerk’s past holds the key to the secret woman.
     Cillian Murphy, Ellen Page, Susan Sarandon, Josh Lucas, Keith Carradine, Bill Pullman and Graham Beckel star in the film.   Official "Peacock" website  

     My sister Bonnie and I made a trip to Odebolt this past week to clear up large branches and millions of sticks left by the ice storm last winter at my parents' home.  So I was in Odebolt when the Museum association held their meeting, and dropped in with some items I'd collected to give to them.  Among other topics, they were planning for a joint Sac County history societies' meeting to be held in Odebolt in May.  Also discussed was what times to be open to the public for Memorial Day, and some requests for research that had come in from the public. 
     Each time I go to the museum, I am so impressed with it, and with the people that have put in countless hours in setting it up and constantly adding new items over the years.
     I am also dismayed.  The Museum used to be open on Sunday afternoons for the public.  However, they had to go to an appointment only system, because hardly anyone visited on Sundays.  I have talked to numerous people that live in Odebolt and the surrounding area who have never bothered to visit the museum.  However, during Creek Days it is crowded with people who come in from out of town for the celebration. 
     I would encourage local people, clubs, and organizations in Odebolt to visit the museum.  It is amazing what has been collected there!  Plan to spend hours, not minutes.  I would also encourage parents and teachers to utilize this outstanding facility in teaching and fostering an interest in history.  Have you taken your children there?
Phone numbers to set up a time are: 
(712) 668-2766  Kathy Larson
         668-2823 Renae Babcock- home
         668-4881 Ranae work
         668-4234 Eleanor Peterson    
     People of Odebolt, and former residents should support the museum so it can continue to operate and keep our history alive for future generations. 
 - Barb (Girvan) Horak, web editor

VISIT THE MUSEUM PAGE

VIA EMAIL FROM TODD GRONEMEYER ...|Below is the URL for a YouTube video clip from a t.v. show that used to be on the SciFi network entitled "Wolflake". Listen closely to the dialogue for about 35 seconds starting at about the 7min. 15 sec. point into the clip. I think you'll find it as neat as I found it to be!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJBFvZsE7Tg

http://www.globegazette.com/news/   BRITT — Sonny Bruns has been hired as the new Britt chief of police. The City Council approved Bruns as chief during its regular meeting Monday. He will begin his duties on April 12.  Bruns previously served with the Odebolt Police Department. He has also served as a reserve officer.

 
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TREE DAMAGE IN ODEBOLT:  At the request of Mayor Rex, Chuck Hanson took these photos  to document the tree damage in Odebolt for FEMA. The January 2010 ice storm devastated the area and left the town and outlying countryside without power for days. There had also been many large branches on the streets, but those had been cleared by the time these photos were taken. Sac County was declared a disaster area after the ice storm, which was followed by several heavy snow storms. As of today, April 7, 2010, much of the debris has been cleared by homeowners and the City. The Mayor stated that he is pleased and proud of how citizens have stepped forward to clean up their town.  The snow has been melted only for about a week.
- Web Editor, B. Horak

New product signals more efficiency in agriculture

April 7, 2010; ODEBOLT, IA - Last year, Lundell Plastics introduced their FreeFlo Telescoping Tubes: flexible seed distribution tools which have helped farmers shave hours off of the planting season. Now Lundell is increasing productivity again with the FreeFlo Wireless Remote. The product is a breakthrough in planting efficiency because it makes the distribution of seed between equipment almost seamless.  In combination with Lundell’s complete line of planting products, crop producers are able to load planter boxes in a fraction of time it previously required to complete the same job, while spilling lesser amounts of valuable seed.

The remote snaps into place in the new FreeFlo Telescoping Tubes’ ergonomic handle, giving crop producers a comfortable way to control the flow of seed at their fingertips. This allows movement from container to container without interruptions and without the hassle of snagging electrical wires. The FreeFlo Wireless Remote is waterproof and wheatherproof to withstand the elements. Another helpful feature of the remote is that it can be detached from the handle so the auger or conveyor can be controlled remotely during maintenance such as greasing, or in bulk filling applications which may take a while to complete.

The FreeFlo remote is versatile, designed to work with various 12v applications (up to 5 amps) such as actuators, solenoid valves, and throttle control motors. The FreeFlo remote is available direct from
Lundell Plastics at a price of $199 US. This is just one of a few new products Lundell has introduced for 2010. The company is perhaps best known for pioneering plastic in the auger market, replacing
traditional steel flighting with hi-tech poly flighting which is very durable and handles seed more gently. From their headquarters in Odebolt, Iowa they manufacture and ship products internationally. More information about Lundell Plastics and their products is available at www.lundellplastics.com

400 West Market Street • Odebolt, IA 51458 • P712.668.2400 • F712.668.2400 • TF877.367.7659 • www.lundellplastics.com

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THE JANUARY ICE STORM REALLY DAMAGE TO OUR CEMETERY TREES
Consider making a monetary donation to aid in the upkeep of the cemetery in which your loved ones rest. 
Click for information.

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 13
April 1, 2010

The Mayor Sez...
     Attention City of Odebolt property owners with tree debris. You may take your tree limbs and debris to the tree dump anytime! If there are any questions, please call Bill @ 668-2669. The City is well aware of the fact that we have an utter mess, however, with everyone’s help and cooperation, we will get thru this.
     From the ‘bolt
     Mayor R.J. Rex
     www.odebolt.net/council.html

Photos in this week's Chronicle show:

Some of the 500 people who enjoyed the Odebolt Firemen's annual Fish and Chicken Fry on March 19 at the Odebolt Community Center. Door prizes were fire extinguishers and smoke alarms.

Area residents and servers at the third and final "Soup on Sunday" on March 21 at the OCC. SOS was a special time of gathering for all members of the community and was sponsored by the Odebolt-Arthur Ministerial Association.

Richland Robins and O-A Showmen 4-H Club members preparing omelets at their annual Omelet Brunch on March 28 at the OCC.

Mat Rats who qualified for the 2010 AAU State Wrestling Tournament held March 27-28 in Des Moines: Dane Treiber, Jake Wulf, Blake Anderson, Dillon Osborn, Jake Matthies, Tyler Anderson and Seth Wheeler.
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Some of the piano students of Barb Votrobeck and Kay Bloyer performed on March 20 at the 23rd annual music festival of the Morning Musicale chapter of the National Federation of Music Clubs held in Holstein. Students are required to play two contrasting pieces by memory and are evaluated on their musicianship.

This week's Chronicle includes the 2010 Spring Home Improvement supplement.

The OA-BCIG  Falcon Frontline
Read sports & school news in this special section of The Chronicle each week.  Visit the school web site for information.  www.oabcig.org

-A dozen OABCIG high school students who entered the Western Valley Conference Art Show received medals or ribbons.

-Falcons claimed 11 placings at the USD Indoor at Vermillion.

-Photos of dance team members at Dance Night 2010 held on March 20 at Ida Grove before a large crowd.

-Photos of "Las Vegas Night" presented by Music Boosters on March 25.
 

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Posted 4/1/10
ODEBOLT-ARTHUR COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
MARCH 29, 2010; 6:30 PM
CONFERENCE ROOM, ODEBOLT

The Odebolt-Arthur Board of Education met on the above date and time with the following members present: Paul Neumann, Deb Bengford, Scott Cranston, and Naomi Lozier. Traci Bengford was absent. Also present were Superintendent Dani Trimble, Jann Murphy, and Deb Loger.

President Paul Neumann called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.

A Motion was made by Scott Cranston, seconded by Naomi Lozier to approve the agenda. All Ayes. Motion Carried. (4-0).

At 6:31 pm President Neumann opened the Public Hearing on the Budget Amendment for the 2009-10 School Year

At 6:32pm President Neumann closed the Public Hearing on the Budget Amendment for the 2009-10 School Year.

A Motion was made by Naomi Lozier, seconded by Deb Bengford to Amend the Budget for the 2009-10 School Year. All Ayes. Motion Carried. (4-0)

A Motion was made by Deb Bengford, seconded by Scott Cranston to approve a resolution authorizing application for Community Facilities Grant Program. All Ayes. Motion Carried. (4-0)

A Motion was made by Naomi Lozier, seconded by Scott Cranston to approve a Contract for Jason DeJean as Middle School Head Boys Track Coach. All Ayes. Motion Carried. (4-0)

A Motion was made by Deb Bengford, seconded by Naomi Lozier to adjourn at 6:39pm. All Ayes. Motion Carried. (4-0).

Jann Murphy, Secretary
 Paul Neumann, Board President

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visit the museum page

The Odebolt Museum has a new look!    Above is how the Odebolt Museum appears sporting new awnings and upstairs replacement windows.  The Museum building will be on the 2010 Christmas ornament, which will be for sale later in the year. 
- Submitted by Renae Babcock

ONRC Auxiliary  - The Odebolt Nursing and Rehab Center Auxiliary met March 18 in the assisted living dining room. A family hospice room and a rehab room are being renovated.
     The Easter egg hunt will be held at 9:30 a.m., April 3, at the Odebolt Community Center for children through nine years of age. Cookies and juice will be served by ONRC.
     A volunteer appreciation event will be held during the week of April 18-24; watch the paper for further information.
     The next meeting will be held April 15 in the assisted living dining room with Ingna Sweeden hostess.

Ag week: About 20 high school students at Odebolt-Arthur/Battle Creek-Ida Grove celebrated National Ag Week and FFA Week by driving tractors to school on Thursday morning. The drivers gathered at the former Charlie’s parking lot east of town before parading to the school together. For photos, go to www.idacountycourier.com

Inventors: Two Odebolt-Arthur boys advanced to the State Invent Iowa Contest after competing at the Regional Invent Iowa March 13 at Humboldt. The state contest is April 24 at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City.
     Fourth grader Michael Streed,invented the “Shampoo and Soap Holder”—it helps keep shampoo and soap organized. It attaches to the shower wall tightly by suction cups. The shower wall serves as a backing to the shelf. The shelves for the bars of soap are angled to ensure the soap does not slide off the shelf. The edging on the bottom of the shelf was designed to keep the shampoo from falling off the rack.
     Third grader Jacob Cowlham invented the “Easy Spout.” Jacob wanted to figure out a way to make it easier to water the animals. He was always spilling the water on his shoes or the ground. His invention makes it easier to pour

The Chronicle, Vol. 119, No. 12
March 25, 2010

The Mayor Sez
     Am I going to lose my dollar bet – or am I going to win? I have a one dollar bet with a friend as follows: I say “there will be snow on the ground the 1st of April.” My friend says “The snow will be gone by then.” We’ll see. Win or lose, a dollar doesn’t buy much anymore. Do any of you remember when we could get in the Princess Theater on Friday night for a dime? And buy a bag of popcorn for a nickel? Your girlfriend had to spend her own dime to get in the theater; however, by pre-arrangement you could sit together. If you had a quarter in your pocket you were considered ‘well-off’! I realize that was a long time ago but we still have dimes and quarters in our pocket, but what are they good for? Today we call that ‘pocket change’!
     From the ‘bolt
     R.J. Rex, Mayor
     www.odebolt.net/council.html

 

The OA-BCIG Falcon Frontline
Read sports & school news in this special section of The Chronicle each week.  Visit the school web site for information.
 www.oabcig.org
 - 3 Falcons tabbed as All-Northwest Iowa players by the Sioux City Journal.
 - Falcon track teams perform well at University of South Dakota.
 - OA/BCIG Quiz Bowl team finish season with 2nd place finish at Morningside Tournament.
Photos:
 - OA/BCIG Visual Art students have had their artworks juried for the 2010 Art Educators of Iowa Art Month Show.
 - Results from OA/BCIG 7th-8th Grade Instrumental Solo Contest and Buena Vista University Instrumental Solo Contest are listed in this week's Chronicle.

OA/BCIG Middle School Dance Group with Coach Jann Murphy

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Odebolt to receive $500,000 in water, sewer block grant funds ... March 8 Press Release: Governor Culver Announces 35 Cities Receive CDBG Funds; Grants provide support for community facility, water and sewer projects
        DES MOINES – Governor Chet Culver today announced that 35 Iowa communities will receive an estimated $12.4 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds through the Community Facilities and Services Fund and the Water/Sewer Fund.
     “These projects support the foundation of Iowa communities and the services necessary for vital communities,” said Governor Culver. “This is another resource that is part of our effort to move Iowa forward.”
     The Community Facilities and Services Fund provides grants to communities for a variety of projects and activities primarily benefiting low- and moderate-income persons, including day care facilities, senior centers, vocational workshops and other community services such as stormwater projects. Projects are required to incorporate and support Iowa’s state sustainable principles.
     The Water/Sewer Fund is available to cities and counties on an annual competitive basis. Assisted activities include sanitary sewer system improvements, water system improvements, water and wastewater treatment facilities, storm sewer projects related to sanitary sewer system improvements, and rural water connections.
     The awards are contingent upon receipt of funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).  Click for the press release and to read other cities receiving funds.

!!!  VOLUNTEERS NEEDED  !!!
 for the Odebolt Ambulance
to be able to continue.

Odebolt Unit 81-44, Sac County Ambulance

In the past items have been in the paper asking for volunteers with little or no response.
We are supposed to run with 1 driver and 2 EMT's for a three person crew. Not one day in the month will that happen.
If you can give us one 12 hour shift per week it would work miracles for our staffing problem.
Drivers need a valid drivers license, be insurable and we will train you for CPR.
We can help with the cost of EMT training. There are waivers for anyone with a nursing degree so they can also volunteer.
Please contact any of our crew, they will be more than happy to help you make one of the most rewarding decisions you will ever make.

Contacts:
Vicki Beckman @ 668-4896
Kay Bloyer @ 668-2895
Tonya Dupree @ 668-2790

 - Vicki Beckman, EMT-P