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Tue
20
Oct

Three Bulldog runners turn in all-conference performances

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 13:13

With a 15th-place finish, Clare Grau was MFL MarMac’s top performer at the Upper Iowa Conference meet. (Photos by Audrey Posten)

Kaylee Walch, who placed 19th on Oct. 15, has made huge improvements on her time this season, said head coach Eric Koenig.

Caleb Nordheim finished 19th and earned an all-conference spot on Oct. 15.

Colin Moses joined the cross country team late, but is getting back to where he was last season.

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

The MFL MarMac cross country team competed in the Upper Iowa Conference meet at North Fayette Valley on Oct. 15, where three runners—Clare Grau, Kaylee Walch and Caleb Nordheim—turned in all-conference performances.

“The weather conditions were less than ideal, mainly the wind being the negative factor,” said head coach Eric Koenig, “but even with that the kids turned in good performances.”

Tue
20
Oct

MFL MarMac volleyball team wraps regular season

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/20/2020 - 13:00

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

The MFL MarMac volleyball team wrapped up the regular season last week, following up a five-set loss to Clayton Ridge by sweeping Kee.

The Bulldogs started the Oct. 13 game at Clayton Ridge on a high note, easily winning the first set 25-17. The Eagles stormed back with 25-20 and 25-15 victories in the second and third frames, though, taking a 2-1 lead. MFL MarMac then evened the score with a 25-22 win in the fourth set. In the deciding fifth set, the Eagles flew away with a 15-9 finish.

Fri
16
Oct

Geraldine A. French

Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 13:57

Geraldine (Gerry) Adeline French left her earthly home to join the love of her life and her lord on Oct. 12, 2020. Gerry was born March 23, 1928, outside Geddes, S.D., to Andrew and Adela (Bartekoske) Shea, the oldest of 14 children.  

Gerry was united in marriage to Kenneth (Kenny) Gene French on March 17, 1955, at Peace United Church of Christ in Elkader. Together, they had seven children: Terry (Dan) Sullivan, Dodgeville, Wis.; Sharon Taylor, Arlington; Jeanne (Mark) Mellon, Guttenberg; Cindy (Steve) Wendl, Anamosa; Jayme French, Manchester; Gary (Jennifer) French, Sydney, Australia; and Merry French, Aurora.

Thu
15
Oct

Robert D. Buckner

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 14:34

Robert Dean Buckner, 94, of Elkader, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2020, at Elkader Care Center, Elkader. He was born in Marion on Jan. 19, 1926, to Mike “MJ” and Neola (Staman) Buckner. Robert (Bob) was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.  

Thu
15
Oct

Daniel A. Nugent

Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/15/2020 - 10:20

Daniel “Dan” Allen Nugent, age 78, of rural Madelia, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020. Private services will be held. Lake Crystal Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Dan was born on Nov. 28, 1941, to Clarence and Laura (Drahn) Nugent in McGregor. 

Dan served individuals in the mental health field for many years. He was forever compassionate and a calming presence. Dan loved baseball—playing in his younger years and attending games and going on baseball tours in his later years. He enjoyed writing poetry and “words of wisdom.”

Tue
13
Oct

DNR approves Supreme Beef nutrient management plan

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 14:22

This photo from earlier this fall shows construction of the lagoon at the Supreme Beef feedlot site outside Monona. (Photo courtesy of Larry Stone)

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has approved a revised nutrient management plan (NMP) for the Supreme Beef, LLC open feedlot operation near Monona, but with a reduction in the number of animals at the site and removal of multiple manure application fields.

The decision from the DNR’s Field Office 1 in Manchester came Oct. 5, more than a month after the DNR held a virtual public meeting to gather input on the plan.

Tue
13
Oct

With merging of Elkader and Elgin vet clinics, owners ready for the challenge

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 14:13

Elkader Vet Clinic owners Michelle Christianson and Ryan Royer recently purchased the Valley Veterinary Clinic in Elgin, a decision Valley’s former owner, Steven Carlson, said was mutual and has been beneficial for all involved.

By Willis Patenaude, Times-Register

Elkader Vet Clinic owners Michelle Christianson and Ryan Royer recently purchased the Valley Veterinary Clinic in Elgin, a decision Valley’s former owner, Steven Carlson, said was mutual and has been beneficial for all involved. 

It all started when Valley, a two-doctor practice, saw one of its doctors retire, leaving Carlson pulling double duty. In May 2020, he approached Royer about the option to buy the clinic in Elgin and, by August, Royer and Christianson were the new owners. 

Tue
13
Oct

Meet the Candidates: Clayton County Sheriff

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 14:12

Mike Tschirgi (R)

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

“I’ve always liked helping people.”

For Clayton County Sheriff Mike Tschirgi, that’s why he entered the law enforcement profession 30 years ago, and why he’s seeking a fourth term as the county’s top cop.

This year’s consideration to run admittedly came with a new challenge.

“When I took out my papers, we had just heard about COVID-19, and I thought, ‘What am I getting into?’” noted Tschirgi, a Republican who’s running unopposed in the Nov. 3 general election.

Tue
13
Oct

Support The Left Bank and get opportunity to win piece of art through raffle

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 14:08

Seven pieces of art, each donated by one of The Left Bank Shop and Gallery’s regional artists, are available through the raffle. Funds from the effort will help insure the continued operation of The Left Bank, located in McGregor, through the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Audrey Posten)

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

There’s less than one week left to purchase “Save the Bank” raffle tickets in support of The Left Bank Shop and Gallery in McGregor. For a small fee, the raffle tickets give buyers an opportunity to win a one-of-a-kind piece of art created by one of The Left Bank’s regional artists.

In addition to a small business government loan and appeals to friends of the art center, the raffle is one way the McGregor-Marquette Center for the Arts (MMCA) Board of Directors is seeking financial help to insure the continued operation of The Left Bank through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tue
13
Oct

Monona Airport Board gets more time to improve airport’s financial situation

Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 14:07

By Audrey Posten, Times-Register

The Monona Airport Board has been given more time to improve the airport’s financial situation. The city council had originally given the board until Oct. 1 to submit a funding proposal before determining if the property should be put up for sale.

A potential buyer approached the city about purchasing the airport property, which is located three miles southeast of Monona, earlier in the summer. Declining revenue and a drop in use forced the council to seriously consider the idea.

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