Clint Zezulka and Darrian Szajna of Decorah announce the birth of their daughter, Aubrey Zezulka, born March 9, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 7 lbs. 7 ozs. and measured 19 inches in length at the time of her birth.
Grandparents are Danny and Jamie Isaacson of Cresco and Arnold and Shirley Zezulka of Dorchester. Great-grandparents are Ron and Terri Edman of Oconomowoc, WI.
Michael Kalish and Chrissy Romine of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Eli Michael Kalish, born March 15, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 6 lbs. 14 ozs. and measured 21 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins siblings, Makenzie (10), Ben (8) and Brayden (4).
Grandparents are Sherry Sprosty of Farmersburg, Steve Onsager and Diana Kalish of Waukon and Ron and Bridget Kalish of Prairie du Chien, WI. Great-grandparents are Lee and Letha Folsom of Waukon and Ronny and Carol Kalish of Prairie du Chien, WI.
Cory and Stacy Miner of Postville announce the birth of their daughter, Karsyn JoLynn Miner, born March 21, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 9 lbs. 7 ozs. and measured 20-3/4 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins sisters, Regan (3) and Dylan (16 months).
Grandparents are Dick and Cindy Berns of Postville and Guy and Sheryl Miner of Castalia. Great-grandparents are Keith and Verta Kerr of Postville and Barb Ungerer of Hawkeye.
James E. Caston and Abigail E. Caston of Postville announce the birth of their daughter, Arabella Marie Caston, born March 20, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 7 lbs. 3 ozs. and measured 22-1/4 inches in length at the time of her birth.
Grandparents are Eric and Karla Johnson, Kevin and Lori Pritchard and Earl Caston.
Brian and Samantha Creasman of Lansing announce the birth of their son, Emsley Mar Mankato Creasman, born March 20, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 7 lbs. 9 ozs. and measured 22-1/4 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a sister, Nayelly (3).
Grandparents are Juan and Rebecca Rosas of Lansing and Diane Whitner of McGregor. Great-grandparents are Arden and Barb Sprain of La Crosse, WI.
... that almost everyone has a story to tell about trying to get through the “menu” of telephone options robotically provided when trying to contact a utility or big business.
I had noticed that the streetlight on my corner was out on a Friday night. I figured it would be pointless to report that over the weekend. I was hoping that someone would call Alliant and so waited through Monday to see if it would be taken care of. When it wasn’t, I called Tuesday, and after a few menu choices, was put in touch with a human. That person switched me to a different department after listening to the problem, and so I got to talk to a second human. She took down the information and noted that depending on workload, it could take as much as a week before they would get to it. Both humans were very respectful and professional.
A roar of approval to the Waukon Lions and their yearly variety show Saturday night. A good crowd was on hand to applaud the St Patrick’s themed evening. Father and son Gregg and Dolan Jones deftly handled the intros, side gags, changes, jokes, and quips to keep the show moving.
A good mix of adults, teens, and kids appeared on stage to entertain and delight. It’s gratifying to see our high school performers trot out their pieces for the community. The bell choir was celestial. The dance school was charming. The Allamakee Community Players were hilarious.
We were kept in the Lion’s den a bit too long, and the girl eating lion was too scary for the younger audience.
Waukon and Allamakee County are fortunate to have this generous group so active with their efforts to support those in need here and abroad. Saturday night showed the “pride” we have in our Lions!
I would like to give an update on the South Front Street Playground Enhancement Project. We have just received notice that our project is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the Allamakee County Community Foundation, which will be presented at a reception at the Empty Nest Winery April 18.
The capital campaign is doing quite well; however, we still have a long way to go to reach our goal. In recent weeks, it was brought to my attention that there is a handicapped ten-year-old in the community who would benefit from a handicap accessible playground. After seeking more information concerning handicap accessible playgrounds, I learned there are less than ten American Disabilities Act approved playgrounds in Iowa. Hopefully, our project will be one.
As an 80-plus-year-old senior citizen, I have seen a lot of ups and downs in this great country of ours.
I believe we have reached an all-time low. We have crime in our streets, riots, murder, plus our elected officials condone out and out lying. My mother told me if you tell a lie a bird will poop on your tongue.
One good feat I see so far in office is our president is sending our governor to China (thank you), or is he being traded for some made in China steel or product? Don’t answer, it would probably be a lie.
The FBI is investigating the Trump White House and the ties to Russia and other foreign countries. The Trump White House is trying to give this country away to Russia, so let’s just follow the money trail wherever it takes us.
As for Mr. Johnson, Mr. Quandahl, Ms. Hager and Mr. Engle, so, so sad that they and others are so misinformed or don’t really care that they voted for a lifelong sexual predator. The proof is in the pudding and on tape and in his own words. Don’t be afraid, they’ll get over it, just as the Republican party got over it in no time flat.
