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With the continuous coverage of the massive crowd of mourners in Rome this past week serving as evidence of the worldwide impact of the death of Pope John Paul II, the effects were also felt on a more local level here by not only those who live here and know the Holy Father from afar, but also a native son who was fortunate enough to have held a brief audience with the Pope as he studied to follow in his footsteps.

Allamakee Dollars for Scholars breakfast Friday
Allamakee Dollars for Scholars will hold a Recognition Breakfast this Friday, Apr. 15 at 7:30 a.m. in the Waukon Senior High School Cafeteria. The breakfast is being held to thank individual and group donors - all of whom are invited to the event, and to introduce student applicants - who, along with their parents, will be special guests.
Reservations are not necessary for the breakfast, but would be appreciated and may be made with Amy Wasson at 568-3466 or Julie Rotach at 568-3754.

To the Editor:

After numerous articles and notices regarding the misuse of the facility at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds, I was very surprised to see the flagrant dumping, primarily in the area of the “burning pile”. It was my first trip to the area this spring, and I had hoped that the past problems would have been resolved.

To the Editor:

In recognition of National Girl Scout Leader Day April 22, the members of the Conestoga Council Board of Directors would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the troop leaders throughout our council for the tremendous job they do of upholding the Girl Scout Promise and Law and empowering girls to reach their full potential. It is because of their generous contributions and dedication to the Girl Scout movement that girls have the opportunity to develop lifelong friendships, obtain decision-making skills and receive guidance for a successful future.

This week saw the second “funnel” of this legislative session. The only bills viable now are on the debate calendars or in Appropriations and Ways and Means Committees.

DES MOINES – Using a little-known provision of Iowa’s open records law, we have obtained personal “to-do” lists from several high-ranking state officials. These lists, snatched from their laptops, PDAs and simple desk pads, offer keen insight into the moves and motives of our leaders at this critical time.

History will thank us.

Governor Tom Vilsack

1. Fly to Pittsburgh to speak to gathering of Democratic activists.

2. Fly to Phoenix to meet with Democratic Governor’s Association.

... about some miscellaneous matters.

It was interesting, as a practicing Catholic, to hear in the wake of the pope’s death all the suggestions being made about the direction the Catholic Church should take.

The gist of most of the suggestions was that the church should become less Catholic and more catholic. With the capital C or the lower case c, the words have different meanings. The C word means the “ancient, undivided church” claiming apostolic origin, disciplines and sacraments. With the small c, the word means liberal in beliefs, tastes and views.

The Iowa Sex Offender Registry became law on July 1, 1995, in SF 93 (Sex Offender Registry Act). On or after July 1, 1995, an individual who has been convicted or adjudicated of a criminal offense against a minor, sexual exploitation, or a sexually violent crime or who was on probation, parole, or work release status, or who was incarcerated on or after July 1, 1995, is required to register.

After only a couple of meets, Vannessa is already having a fine 2005 track and field season. After battling her health during her junior season, this school record holder is looking to end her high school track career on a high note.

The Tribe has been in just two outdoor meets, but Vannessa is racking up points. At an April 4 meet at North Fayette, she had the day’s best leap in the long jump with a personal best 16 foot, 5 inch effort. She also picked up a golden finish in the 100-meter dash in 12.56 and finished second in the 200 in 27.46.

Waukon’s girls track and field squad got the 2005 outdoor season started last week. The Indians traveled first to North Fayette for a six-team meet. The Indians took third overall at the April 4 event. Later that week, April 7, the Tribe headed to Decorah for Invitational action. The Indians ended up sixth in a talented field of competitors.

at North Fayette...