Iowa KidSight is dedicated to enhancing the early detection and treatment of vision impairments in young children in Iowa communities through screening and public education. It is a joint project of the Lions Clubs of Iowa and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
Two of the Lions Clubs International global causes are Vision and Youth. These vision screenings address both causes.
The Allamakee County Board of Supervisors met in regular session Monday, September 28 to address a short agenda of matters including the Public Hearing for the Fiscal-Year 2027 (FY27) Allamakee County Budget Amendment for the Victim Witness Coordinator Grant, in addition to other items relating to this budget-related matter. The meeting was called to order by Board of Supervisors Chairperson Tom Clark with Supervisor Dennis Keatley present. Supervisor Dan Byrnes was not present due to a scheduled absence.
There was no comment during the Public Comment portion of the meeting. Following the time allotted for Public Comment, the meeting moved into the Public Hearing for the Fiscal-Year 2027 (FY27) Allamakee County Budget Amendment for the Victim Witness Coordinator (VWC) Grant. The Public Hearing was opened and closed with no written or verbal comments received.
The Eastern Allamakee Community School District (EACSD) Board of Directors met Monday, September 14 at Kee High School in Lansing. Board President Arla Wagner called the meeting to order with board members present including Heather Lutz, Vice-President and District 2 representative; Joe Manning, at-large member; and Glen Delaney, District #3 member. Tommy Martin, District 1 member, was absent.
Also in attendance were Superintendent Jay Mathis, Board Secretary/Financial Administrative Assistant Michele Martin, PK-5 Principal/PK-12 Curriculum Director Donna Thomas, and Grades 6-12 Principal/PK-12 Special Education Director Liz Hill. The board approved the meeting agenda. Since there were no visitors and no public comment, the board moved on to approving the consent items of the previous month’s minutes, bills, and financial and activity reports.
The New Albin Public Library will be hosting a Meet the Author event Friday, October 16, beginning at 4 p.m. Lansing native Martha Dunlevy Peters will be present to discuss her recently published book about her hometown community, Lansing Locals: The Stories That Connect Us.
Passionate about preserving the stories of Lansing and its surrounding communities, Dunlevy Peters follows in the footsteps of her father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who were all editors of the former Allamakee Journal newspaper. What began as a shared vision between a father and his daughter - to capture the voices and experiences of their hometown - became a deeply personal journey after his passing, with that journey now reaching its pinnacle with publication of the book this past summer.
The Lansing City Council moved several infrastructure and community matters forward at its Monday, September 21 regular meeting, with much of the discussion centered on the upcoming Main Street reconstruction project and utility work, access to Mt. Hosmer, the upcoming opening of the new Mississippi River bridge, and clarification of planned Halloween activities. The council also established annual operating dates for the splash pad, approved a three-percent increase in marina winter storage rates, and heard updates from PeopleService and the Lansing Police Department.
Northeast Iowa Mental Health Center (Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health) began providing mental health services in northeast Iowa in May of 1956. In December of 1972 services expanded to include a substance use disorder treatment program. Throughout its history the focus of the agency has been the mission of promoting recovery and quality of life for the residence of northeast Iowa.
Join NEIBH in celebrating 70 years October 15, for their annual meeting and open house honoring employees and their commitment to our mission. The Annual Meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. at the main office, 905 Montgomery Street, Decorah.
The Open House is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Feel free to join NEIBH in recognizing the dedication and hard work of their employees over the last 70 years.
Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health is a private non-profit organization licensed and accredited by the State of Iowa and CARF. NEIBH is a safety net provider for all individuals seeking assistance.
Flu and Covid Shot Clinics begin October 7 ... Flu and Covid shots are beginning October 7 at Veterans Memorial Hospital Community and Home Care/Allamakee Public Health and will be held each Wednesday throughout the month of October with walk-in clinics being held mornings and by-appointment in the afternoons. Read the adjacent article to see all locations throughout Allamakee County where Allamakee Public Health will be visiting to offer these important vaccinations. Submitted photo.
Flu and Covid Shots are beginning October 7 at Veterans Memorial Hospital (VMH) Community and Home Care/Allamakee Public Health. Flu shots are recommended for all those who have not yet received the vaccine and will be effective throughout the rest of the flu season.
Veterans Memorial Hospital Community and Home Care will be offering flu and Covid shot clinics all Wednesdays in October, including October 7, 14, 21, and 28. These walk-in clinics will be held from 9-11:30 a.m. at the main entrance of Veterans Memorial Hospital.
Appointments can also be made for afternoon immunizations these same days by calling 563-568-5660. These afternoon by-appointment vaccines will be administered at the Community and Home Care office located at 12 E. Main Street in downtown Waukon.
by Dr. Kristina Thompson, Podiatrist, Veterans Memorial Hospital
Foot pain can commonly be caused by injury, overuse, incorrect footwear or underlying inflammation. Many individuals also suffer from painful neuropathy.
Neuropathy in feet is caused by nerve damage. It often presents with symptoms of burning and tingling pain as well as numbness. Treatment involves identifying the underlying cause, medication management and lifestyle changes.
Foot pain can often be improved with rest, supportive shoes and stretching/strengthening routines.
For supportive shoes, Dr. Thompson recommends shoes with good arch support and a wide toe box.
Northeast Iowa Mental Health Center (Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health) began providing mental health services in northeast Iowa in May of 1956. In December of 1972 services expanded to include a substance use disorder treatment program. Throughout its history the focus of the agency has been the mission of promoting recovery and quality of life for the residence of northeast Iowa.
Join NEIBH in celebrating 70 years October 15, for their annual meeting and open house honoring employees and their commitment to our mission. The Annual Meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. at the main office, 905 Montgomery Street, Decorah.
The Open House is from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Feel free to join NEIBH in recognizing the dedication and hard work of their employees over the last 70 years.
Northeast Iowa Behavioral Health is a private non-profit organization licensed and accredited by the State of Iowa and CARF. NEIBH is a safety net provider for all individuals seeking assistance.
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Veterans Memorial Hospital’s (VMH) Senior Life Solutions (SLS) program recommends having a safety plan to serve as a personalized, written guide for responding when distress increases. It is usually developed with a counselor or health care professional.
A safety plan should include coping strategies, people or places that provide support or distraction, a list of trusted people who can help, contact information for clinicians, crisis services and emergency care as well as steps for creating a safer home environment.
The plan should reflect the individual’s circumstances and preferences. It can be kept in an accessible place, such as near the phone, in a wallet or with other important health information. With the older adult’s permission, a family member or caregiver can learn the plan and help carry out the agreed-upon steps.
