Monthly Archives: March 2015

FSA administrator visits with local farmers prior to program deadline

FSA administrator visits with local farmers prior to program deadline
By Gene Lucht, “Iowa Farmer Today” with editing by LeAnn Hjelmeland, Hometown Press Crunch time is here when it comes to signing up for federal farm programs. With a Mar. 31 deadline looming for farmers who are still deciding whether to sign up for the PLC or ARC options from the new farm bill, Farm Service Agency...
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Remember When – 3/5/15

35 years ago (1980) Glenn Lewis, 112-pound Lynnville-Sully High School wrestler, took all four matches at the Iowa State High School Wrestling tournament to capture the state championship. Lewis won the championship match with an impressive 13-0 decision. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Lewis of Searsboro, he had to fight the hardest in his...
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Proverbs, folklore try to forecast

Most of us can’t wait. “April showers bring May flowers,” the saying goes. I’m told a group of ladies was at a local restaurant recently and somehow were talking about this saying and other sayings for other months. Some thought for sure there would be little sayings for each month. Some also thought someone should...
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Van Soelen installed as lead pastor in Michigan

Bryan Van Soelen was installed at Providence Church in Holland, MI, as their new lead pastor on Feb. 8. As Providence’s pastor, Van Soelen is incredibly excited about his part in developing the ongoing mission and guiding vision of Providence to be a community committed to making more and better disciples. Van Soelen, son of Mike and...
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Leona B. Van Wyk, 86

Funeral services for Leona B. Van Wyk, 86, of New Sharon were held Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at Peoria Christian Reformed Church. She went to her heavenly home on Tuesday evening, Feb. 24, at the Oskaloosa Serenity House. Interment was in the Peoria Cemetery. Memorials have been designated for Oskaloosa Serenity House and Words of...
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Mildred G. Bogaards, 83

Mildred G. (Van Wyk) Bogaards, 83, of Pella, passed away Feb. 23, 2015, at Pella Regional Health Center. Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb. 26, at 11 a.m. at Third Reformed Church, Pella. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery at Pella. Memorials may be given for the dialysis department of Pella Regional Health Center. On Monday...
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The DeeZee Spirit by Darrell Zegers

I’m older than I have ever been, every minute. I’m trying to adjust to this new portion of my life. Driving a car is different than it used to be. I’m not the geezer driving 30 mph. But I do drive slower than I used to. My reflexes are slower. One time this winter, I was driving...
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