Memorials were recently received by the Veterans Memorial Health Care Foundation in memory of Jay Runice by Sherry Halvorson, Lollie Hirth, John and Sheryl Prestemon, and Chuck and Lois Votsmier; and in memory of Bethel Sylvester by Ken and Gloria Krambeer and Bev Krambeer.
Memorials were also received in memory of Tom Schofield by Jim and Jill Kiesau and in memory of Terry Lang by Kris and Jason Eulberg, Juanita Lang, Michael and Tari Moody and Brian and Jean Ann Dillman.
In addition, the Foundation received a donation in honor of George Pickett for his long-time contribution to the St. John’s Church Music Program by Sandy and Dennis Deal.
Memorials and donations are greatly appreciated by the Veterans Memorial Health Care Foundation. The Foundation is a 501C3 organization. All donations to the Foundation are tax deductible. Memorials and donations can be sent to 40 First Street SE, Waukon, IA 52172.
Kiel and Kaylee Fritz of Monona announce the birth of their daughter, Kamdyn Jo Fritz, born February 3, 2022 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and measured 19-1/2 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins siblings, Kestyn (6) and Krayten (4).
Grandparents are Larry and Rachel Fritz of Garnavillo and Joe and Linda Zuercher of Postville.
Brenen and Stephanie Steele of Luana announce the birth of their daughter, Saffron Lee Steele, born February 5, 2022 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 7 lbs. 3 ozs. and measured 20-1/2 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins a sister, Sienna (20 months).
Grandparents are David and Mona Schultz of Luana and Jerry and Shelby Steele of Eitzen, MN.
Upcoming Deadlines/Dates
Feb. 25: Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program
Mar. 11: General CRP Signup
Mar. 15: ARCPLC Program Deadline
Mar. 25: Dairy Margin Coverage Program
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig encourages eligible farm owners to apply for the 2022 Century and Heritage Farm Program now. The program was created by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation to recognize families who have owned their farms for 100 years and 150 years, respectively.
“The Century and Heritage Farm Program recognizes the strength and resiliency of Iowa’s multi-generation farm families,” said Secretary Naig. “I always look forward to celebrating with the families and hearing stories about their incredible farming legacies. I am grateful for the investments they make to protect our rich farmland and their continued commitment to our state’s agriculture community.”
To apply, download the application on the Department’s website at iowaagriculture.gov/century-and-heritage-farm-program.
Most of Iowa’s 99 counties notified DNR in January that they plan to evaluate construction permit applications and proposed animal confinement locations by using the master matrix.
With few exceptions, most counties will use the matrix during the next 12 months. The following counties will not use the matrix in 2021: Benton, Davis, Des Moines, Guthrie, Grundy, Keokuk, Lee, Mahaska, Osceola, Plymouth, Wapello, Warren and Washington.
Additional requirements are required for animal confinement producers who need a construction permit before they can build in counties using the matrix. Producers qualify by choosing a site and using practices that reduce impacts on air, water and the community.
The initial block of the east side of Allamakee Street in Waukon had multiple buildings destroyed and several others impacted by a fire that broke out Sunday evening, February 13 in the middle of the block. Around 6:30 p.m. the Waukon Fire Department was called to 9 Allamakee Street for smoke and flames emitting from the lower portion of the building that currently housed Tin, Rust & Harmony - a new business opened in December 2021 by owner Mindy Jones - and had previously housed Lucky Finds Consignment.
A legislative town hall meeting has been scheduled for Saturday, February 19 at the Allamakee County Farm Bureau building located at 14 1st Avenue NE in Waukon. The meeting is scheduled to take place from 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Iowa House of Representatives member Anne Osmundson of District 56 and Iowa Senator from District 28 Mike Klimesh are among those invited to attend. Area residents are invited to attend the meeting and ask questions of the attending legislators.
The Allamakee County Dairy Promotion Board continues to make plans for the 2022 Allamakee County Dairy Banquet - the date, time and location of which will be announced at a later date. The board is still seeking nominations to honor and recognize deserving producers and contributors to the dairy industry in Allamakee County. Every year, top producers from the county are recognized by the Allamakee County Dairy Promotion Board, along with honoring contributors to the local dairy industry. The Allamakee Dairy Promotion Board and the Allamakee County Extension Office are accepting nominations through Monday, February 21 for the following awards:
The Waterville Public Library will hold a Healthy Living Series: Mental Health Matters in February. Each discussion will be led by an individual with expertise, knowledge or experience in the subject matter.
The series will include the following remaining topics of discussion:
• February 17 - Alcohol and Substance Abuse Issues and Resources.
• February 24 - Winter Blues, Pandemic Woes, you are not alone.
Each discussion in the series will begin at 6:15 p.m. at the Waterville Public Library, located at 115 Main Street inside the Waterville Community Center. Everyone is welcome to attend and there is no cost.
