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Mar

Waukon girls track team returns 14 letterwinners for 2024 season, many of those with State Track Meet experience


Waukon girls 2024 track team ... Left to right - Front row: Ashlin O’Neill, Kaitlyn Krambeer, Mia Kurth, Kloe Hemmersbach, Olivia Bossom, Cameron Johnson; Second row: Moriah Downing, Willa Troendle, Danika Reiser, Mari Delaney, Mallory Berns, Reese McCormick; Third row: Olivia Paulsen, Breelyn Dahlstrom, Elle Wilkins, Emma O’Neill, Avalea Burns, Isabella Rounds, Cora Miller, Madilyn Ottaway; Fourth row: Sophia Stone, Makenna Kurth, Jenna Goltz, Bryiah Stewart, Addisyn Berns, Brynn Weymiller, Blythe Bucknell, Ashley Hennessy, Ali Gress; Back row: Reegan Benzing, Claire Johnson, Arabella Jensen, Alysia Dundee, Nora Davis, Jaelyn Johnanningmeier. Not pictured: Hannah Cooper and Kaylin Regan.

The Waukon girls track and field team will reap the rewards of having 14 young ladies return this spring with varsity letterwinning experience from previous seasons, with more than half of those returning veterans bringing back experience at the highest level of high school competition in the state of Iowa. That veteran crew consists of good representation from each of the three eligible returnable grade levels to headline a squad of 37 young ladies for this spring.

Wed
20
Mar

Kee boys and girls track teams open seasons at Upper Iowa Conference Indoor Meet, both bring home event victories

The Kee girls and boys track teams got their competition season underway indoors at the annual Upper Iowa Conference (UIC) Indoor Meet held Friday, March 15 at Luther College in Decorah. The Lady Hawks battled to a third-place team finish in their nine-team field and the Hawk boys finished in sixth place, with each squad recording at least one event victory.

The Kee track and field girls established themselves among the top competitors in the Upper Iowa Conference (UIC) in this season’s early-going by claiming a third-place team finish at the annual UIC Indoor Meet at Luther College. Winning four events and finishing runner-up in two more, the Lady Hawks racked up 78.5 points to finish in third place, just a point and a half behind second-place Central Elkader.

Wed
20
Mar

What's Up at the USDA Office?

Upcoming Deadlines/Dates
March 29: Deadline to sign up for General CRP
April 29: Deadline to sign up for Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC)
May 14: Deadline to complete CRP Management Activities
May 15 - August 1: CRP Primary Nesting Season
May 31: Deadline to apply for a Marketing Assistance Loan (MAL) for 2023 crops

Taking Second Round applications
Although NRCS takes program applications on a continual basis, we are still taking applications for the second round of funding and have a new way of processing applications more efficiently through ACT NOW.

Wed
20
Mar

Soil and Water Outcomes Fund® launches fifth year of enrollment

The Soil and Water Outcomes Fund, a leading agricultural ecosystem services program, is excited to announce that farmer enrollment for 2024 is now open across 28 states, with new areas of cropland eligibility in 23 states. The Soil and Water Outcomes Fund provides payment to farmers for environmental outcomes that result from implementing conservation practices.

As an inset program, the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund (SWOF) continues to grow its opportunities for farmers and environmental impact through supply chain partnerships. The program enrolled over 300,000 acres and paid more than $10.5 million to farmers in 2023. Farmers enrolled in the program implemented conservation practices such as reduced tillage, cover crops, extended crop rotations, and fertilization management to improve soil health, reduce erosion, and more.

Wed
20
Mar

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Prevent colon cancer with colonoscopies; Now starting at age 45


Colonoscopies available at Veterans Memorial Hospital ... Preventing Colon Cancer with Colonoscopies-Now Starting at age 45. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colon cancer can be easily prevented, yet it remains the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Colonoscopies, a very thorough colon cancer test, are performed routinely in the Veterans Memorial Hospital surgical suite. Pictured above is the camera tower used during colonoscopy procedures along with some of the hospital surgery staff who help patients prepare and recover from this common, life-saving procedure. Submitted photo.

Colorectal cancer can be easily detected, yet it remains the third leading cause of cancer in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, one in 24 Americans will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in their lifetime.  Unfortunately, only about one in three persons in the U.S. age 45 and over gets the recommended screening.

Colon cancer screening tests identify suspicious or pre-cancerous polyps, which can be removed before they develop into a serious health problem.  There are four main testing options for detecting colon cancer: Fecal Occult blood test, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Barium Enema and Colonoscopy.

Colonoscopies, a very thorough colon cancer test, are performed routinely in the Veterans Memorial Hospital surgical suite with the equipment pictured at left, and typically take just three hours from start to finish.

Wed
20
Mar

Diabetes Alert Day is March 26: Be aware of the risk factors


Diabetes Alert Day is March 26 ... March 26 is Diabetes Alert Day, designated to make the public aware of the risk factors of developing Type 2 Diabetes. Unfortunately, there are millions of American with this disease that are undiagnosed. Preventing the disease, or slowing the progression of the disease, is the key to leading a long, high-quality life. Call Angie Mettille (pictured above), Certified Diabetes Educator at Veterans Memorial Hospital for more information at 563-568-3411. Submitted photo.

by Angie Mettille RN, BSN, Certified Diabetes Educator

The American Diabetes Association recognizes the fourth Tuesday in March as “Diabetes Alert Day”. The purpose of this designated day is to make the public aware of the risk factors of developing Type 2 Diabetes. Unfortunately, there are millions of Americans that are undiagnosed with this disease.

When one has elevated blood sugars for a long duration of time, the likelihood of irreversible complications is increased.

Wed
20
Mar

Handmade baby blankets donated to Veterans Memorial Hospital ...

Veterans Memorial Hospital (VMH) recently received another large donation of handmade baby blankets from Cindy Hertrampf of Waukon. Many of the blankets are pictured here with Cindy and will be given to young patients in ER, surgery and in-patient areas of the hospital. Many will also be offered for sale in the hospital gift case which is managed by the Auxiliary of Veterans Memorial Hospital. The gift case offers many gift options for all ages as well as quality health supplements. The gift case is located at the main entrance to Veterans Memorial Hospital. Submitted photo.
 

Wed
20
Mar

March 17-23 is National Poison Prevention Week

Allamakee County Public Health shares the following Poison Prevention Tips compliments of the Iowa Poison Control Center, in observance of National Poison Prevention Week and Month.
1. If you think something has been poisoned, call 1-800-222-1222 right away.  Serious poisonings don’t always have early signs.
2. Save the number of your poison control center in your cell phone contacts.  Text the word POISON to 797979 to download the business card for poison control to your mobile phone.
3. Keep medicines and household products in their original containers in a different place than food.
4. Always read the product labels and follow any directions.
5. Keep household products and medicines locked up. Put them up high and out of sight and reach of young children.
6. Buy products with child-resistant packaging, but remember, nothing is child-proof.

Wed
20
Mar

Babysitting Seminar scheduled for Friday, March 29 at VMH

QR code to register for VMH Babysitting Seminar March 29 ...
QR code to register for VMH Babysitting Seminar March 29 ...

Veterans Memorial Hospital (VMH) will sponsor the next Babysitting Seminars Friday, March 29, from 9 a.m. to Noon. The class will be held in the Large Conference Room located on the lower level of Veterans Memorial Hospital.

Intended participants are individuals 10 years of age and older who are responsible for their own care after school until their parents come home from work, and individuals who care for other children in or outside of their own home. Girls and boys are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Topics to be covered include fire and personal safety, accident prevention and emergency actions, nutritious snacks and basic care of children.

Wed
20
Mar

March is National Nutrition Month: Eating right for older adults

From the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Healthy eating is recommended throughout life, but as we age certain factors can affect our nutrient needs. Choosing a variety of foods from all the food groups (vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy and protein foods) will help you build a healthy eating routine.

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