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Potential for House District 55 recount

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 16:32

Potential for House District 55 recount

 

by Mike VanSickle
mvansickle@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

After nearly a year of campaigning and over 11,890 votes being cast, a recount could be possible for the Iowa House District 55 seat. After each of the 27 precincts reported results from the Tuesday, Nov. 4, general election, the unofficial tally has Darrel Branhagen winning by a mere 31-point margin over Rick Edwards.

Due to the Veterans Day holiday, the results of the canvassing of ballots conducted by the Fayette County and Winneshiek County Supervisors on Monday will not be completed by The Union’s early press time.

Meanwhile, the canvassing of Clayton County ballots cast for the two Decorah candidates is to be completed Wednesday, Nov. 12.

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Fayette librarian receives state recognition

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 16:26

 

Linda Adams helps Zoe Larson on the computer at the Fayette Public Library. Adams has directed both the Fayette Public Library and the Arlington Public Library since 1988 and has become a well-known member in both communities. Recently Adams was named the Iowa Library Association Member of the Year, gaining recognition for her years of dedicated service.

 

Fayette librarian receives state recognition

 

by Megan Mohlis
Contributing Writer

 

Linda Adams of Arlington started her career working in the with the area’s small public libraries in 1983 when she took on the position of assistant librarian at Arlington Public Library. Just four short years later in 1987, Adams completed her library certification and took on the director position.

In 1988, the enthusiastic librarian heard that Fayette was searching for a new director. The Arlington native saw this as an opportunity to spread her wings. She approached the boards to offer shared directorship over the two libraries and was taken up on her offer. For the last 26 years the dedicated librarian has fulfilled this duty, becoming a familiar face along the way.

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Kenneth Meyer

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 16:07

Kenneth Meyer

 

 

Kenneth Lewis Meyer passed away on Monday, October 27, 2014 at his home in West Union.

Kenny was born on June 25, 1933 to William P. and Charlotte M. (Hanson) Meyer in Dover Township, Fayette County, Iowa.

He was baptized on July 23, 1933 and confirmed on Palm Sunday in 1947 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Eldorado.

He graduated from West Union High School in 1952.

Kenny was united in marriage to Eileen Pape on June 12, 1954 at St. Peter in Eldorado. Two children were born to this union; Sheryl Ann and Steven Kenneth.

Kenny and Eileen lived in Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, until May 1955 while Kenny was in the Army.

The couple farmed for 34 years on Eileen’s family farm near Eldorado. They were the 4th generation to live on the farm. In 1984, Kenny and Eileen were honored as Fayette County Distinguished Dairymen.

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Nov

Bill Grimes

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 16:04

Bill Grimes

 

 

Bill B. Grimes, 71, passed away on October 24, 2014 at his home in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.

Bill, the son of Harry (deceased) and Arliss Grimes was born October 9, 1943, in West Union, Iowa. 

He graduated from North High School in 1961 and Iowa State University in 1965 with a degree in Landscape Architecture.

Bill was united in marriage to Judy Galati in April 1967 in Charleston, West Virginia.

Throughout his career Bill designed parks, campgrounds, and worked with private companies in land restoration.  He retired from the Department of Interior’s Bureau of Land Management Colorado office and Northwest U.S. Territory.

Bill was a talented artist. He painted natural landscapes and created stained glass pieces, many shared with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Judy, two sons, Tim (Lynn) Grimes and Matt (Calla) Grimes, and three grandchildren, Brandt, Theo, and Elly all of Jackson, WY. 

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Branden Samuel

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 16:02

Branden Samuel

 

 

Branden Tyler Samuel, son of Jonica and the late Garret Paris, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2014, from injuries sustained from an automobile accident near Oelwein.

Branden was born on February 26, 1994 in Culpepper, Virginia to Jonica Todd. The family later moved to Wadena where Branden graduated from Valley High School in 2012.

After high school, Branden joined and was currently serving in the Army National Guard.

He recently worked for Webb Concrete of Independence.

Branden enjoyed life and loved helping people and making them laugh.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church of West Union.

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Nov

NFV uses big plays to bury Mt. Vernon, 55-21

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 15:58

 

Austin DeMuth has the inside position in the end zone on this Mt. Vernon pass play. The TigerHawk senior first batted the ball into the air, then came down with it for the second of his two interceptions in Mondays (Nov 2) 55-21 win over the Mustangs. (Jerry Wadian photo)

 

NFV uses big plays to bury Mt. Vernon, 55-21

 

by Jerry Wadian
jwadian@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

For the second straight year, North Fayette Valley finds itself in the quarterfinals of the football season.

The TigerHawks earned the honor with a 55-21 pasting of Mount Vernon Monday, Nov. 2, in West Union.

With the win, the TigerHawks face a rematch with New Hampton Friday, Nov. 7, in West Union. The Chickasaws beat Union (LPC), 26-20 in round two in La Porte City.

In the first game between NF and NFV, the TigerHawks won a 15-13 OT thriller in the “Fog Bowl.”

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Nov

Halva 3rd at State Cross Country

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 15:54

 

The contingent of runners that represented North Fayette Valley at the 2014 State Cross Country Meet in Ft. Dodge Saturday afternoon included (front, l-r) Devon Monnahan, Macy Niewoehner, Megan Feldman, Kaylin Muggler, and Danny Halva; (row two) Mariah O’Hare, Makayla Kaeppel, Natalie Moyle, Kortney Pleggenkuhle, Rebecca Miller and Callie Halverson. (Jerry Wadian photos)

 

Halva 3rd at State Cross Country

 

 

Saturday was a memorable day for North Fayette Valley cross country after the girls appeared at the State Meet in Ft. Dodge for a second straight season and the fourth in a row for the school system.

In addition, Devon Monnahan and Danny Halva each made back-to-back appearances, and both managed to improve on last year’s finish.

Halva finished sixth last year. This year he moved up to third, about a half-step away from second.

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Nov

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Brownell

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 15:47

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Brownell

 

 

Gary and Janice Brownell of rural Randalia will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, followed by a dance with the band Full Circle from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The celebration will be held at the Maynard Community Hall.

Gary Brownell and Janice Peterman were married Nov. 15, 1964, at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Fayette.

Hosting the anniversary event will be the Brownell children, Steve (Sherri) Brownell of Sumner, Brad (Kristi) Brownell of Westgate, and Brenda (Rick) Kleitsch of Fairbank.  Gary and Janice also have 11 grandchildren. 

All are invited to attend, but no gifts, please. 

Anniversary wishes will reach the Brownells at 13565 O Ave., Randalia, IA  52164.

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Nov

Mr. and Mrs. Evan Hackman

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 15:42

Mr. and Mrs. Evan Hackman

 

 

Kristen Hansen of Tripoli and Evan Hackman of West Union exchanged wedding vows in a 3 p.m. ceremony on Sept. 20 at the Waucoma Historical Chapel in Waucoma. The Rt. Rev. Terry Landsgaard officiated.

The bride is the daughter of Luanne Butterfield of Waterloo and Martin Hansen of Davenport.

The groom is the son of Alan and Gail Hackman of West Union.

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Nov

Quillin's to host Grand Reopening

Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2014-11-05 15:32

Quillin's to host Grand Reopening

 

 

The staff of Quillin’s Foods invites the public to help celebrate the Grand Reopening of its West Union store today (Wednesday) through Tuesday, Nov. 11.

Longtime store manager Jim Corkery noted last week that although the names have changed over the years, the local staff has continued to provide the same great service and same hometown pride.

Recent renovations to the local grocer include new produce and fresh meat coolers and a cart storage area. Plans for the near future include moving the courtesy counter to provide even better customer convenience.

Quillin’s Foods officially assumed ownership of Moore’s Foods in West Union in January 2014. The official acquisition also included the purchase of former Moore’s Foods locations in Elgin, Monona, Postville, and Lansing.

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