Renee and Rob Stokman of Eitzen, MN announce the birth of their twin daughters, Natalee Joann Stokman and Alyssa Renee Stokman, born April 24, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, WI. Natalee weighed 5 lbs. 13 ozs. and measured 19-1/4 inches in length at the time of her birth. Alyssa weighed 4 lbs. 6 ozs. and measured 17 inches in length at the time of her birth. They join siblings, Kaylee (5) and Rylan (3).
Grandparents are Jean and Karl Stokman of Eitzen, MN and Jim and the late Joann Schwartzhoff of Dorchester.
Ryan and Jenny Hennessy of Waukon announce the birth of their son, Charles Jeffrey Hennessy, born April 25, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 7 lbs. 8.2 ozs. and measured 20-1/4 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins siblings, Alli (4-1/2) and Luke (3).
Grandparents are Jeff and Janet Jannsen and Jim and Peggy Hennessy, all of Waukon. Great-grandparents are Carroll and Lela Blagsvedt of Houston, MN.
Jesse and Melissa Swenson of Luana announce the birth of their daughter, Ember Rae Swenson, born April 27, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 8 lbs. 11 ozs. and measured 21-1/2 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins a brother, Liam (3).
Grandparents are Hall and LuAnn Swenson of Postville, Mike Deutsch of Marseilles, IL and Terri Shenkel of Marseilles, IL. Great-grandparents are Verdon “Bud” Swenson of Postville and Marilyn Christofferson of Postville.
Loren and Christina Havens of Waukon announce the birth of their daughter, Eloise Louise Havens, born April 28, 2017 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. She weighed 5 lbs. 8 ozs. and measured 19 inches in length at the time of her birth. She joins a sibling, Mihael (10). Sherri Bond of Waukon is a grandparent.
... that I checked in the mirror as I shaved this morning to see if mere were any signs of gills developing, thinking they might be necessary soon if it doesn’t stop raining!
Bad weather apparently held down the crowds at those climate change rallies scheduled for the weekend, which seems kinda ironic, weather affecting climate change protests.
One protest which did not develop involved that bastion of liberal thought, the University of California at Berkeley. The university once again cancelled a speaking appearance by a conservative, implying that free speech advocating ideas with which the university does not agree could prove an incentive for riots.
I would like to thank Sue Fry Vonderohe of New Albin for the insightful letter to the editor April 26, 2017. The letter was spot on in every aspect.
I began my education in a similar manner and highly value everything that was taught in the one-room school, especially the love for country, the flag and the Constitution. I hope and pray that all our local schools are trying to instill those values.
I especially noted her comment on the Gettysburg Address and remember that for many years of my life it was recited during Memorial Day celebrations. I think it is a pity that it is now ignored.
Great things happen when people join together for good. Whether volunteering to help children succeed, driving community improvement, or helping our neighbors, Iowans share the will to see our communities thrive.
Four years ago, the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque imagined the potential for a concentrated single day of giving called Great Give Day. This 24-hour, online-only giving event offered an opportunity for community members of all financial means to come together to support and celebrate our local nonprofits. Over the last three years, in a combined span of just three days, community members from Waukon to Maquoketa have raised nearly $900,000 for more than 100 Northeast Iowa nonprofits. These incredible people have come together to make a whopping 6,392 gifts to local nonprofits: an average of $129 per person.
by Jeremy Leitz, Allamakee County Executive Director 563-568-2148
Upcoming Deadlines and Important Dates
• May 15 – August 1: Primary Nesting Season - No Mid-Contract Management Activities on CRP acres
• July 15: Report All Spring-Seeded Crops
• August 1: ARC/PLC Sign-up
Crop Reporting
With spring planting right around the corner, Allamakee county farmers are reminded to report all spring planted crops to the FSA office by July 15 to remain eligible for FSA and other USDA programs. Please remember to bring planting dates with you. It is the producer’s responsibility to accurately report acres and producer’s shares in individual crops. Discrepancies found later may affect eligibility for all FSA-administered programs.
Trout Unlimited releases findings from survey recently conducted with anglers in the tri-state area
by Lissa Blake
People who trout fish in northeast Iowa aren’t just having fun - they’re also having a significant economic impact on the region. That was the gist of a new report released in late April by Trout Unlimited, entitled "Celebrating the Economic Impact of a Priceless Jewel: The Economic Impact of Trout Angling in the Driftless Area."
Around 50 people attended a special event Friday afternoon, April 28 at the Decorah Fish Hatchery. In addition to highlighting the new report and its findings, the event brought home the importance of private/public partnerships in the region.
Northgate Care Center in Waukon recently received results back from its annual State of Iowa survey, a report indicating the facility has met all State of Iowa standards. Pictured above are some of the Northgate Care Center staff members. Left to right - Front row: Ashlea Martins, Jenny Woods, Liz Dietrich. Middle row: Carrie Quandahl, Margie Moen, Becky Hager, Robyn Hirth, Lou Ann Wikan, Dawn Smith, Corene Peck. Back row: Chad Wikan, Karli Mahr, Debbi Hohn, Marlene Hills, Joan Dietrich, Megan Kelly, Dana Heying, Cindy Iverson, Linda Handke, Shannon Lloyd.
The annual State survey of Northgate Care Center in Waukon has been completed, and after a week of inspection the survey team deemed the facility to have met the standards required by the State of Iowa. For 13 out of the last 20 years, Northgate has gone above and beyond State requirements. During this survey, the environment of the care center, nursing, social work, activities, human resources, dietary and all other facets were inspected to ensure State requirements and standards are being met.
