Articles from the February 23, 2023 edition
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Royal council considers turning water system over to ILRW
The future of Royal's water system was a major item of discussion during the city council meeting on Feb. 8. Royal currently purchases water from Iowa Lakes Regional Water (ILRW) and distributes it... Full story
High school project bids lower than engineer's estimate
A Spencer company was awarded the contract for a major improvement project at Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn High School. Graves Construction Co. submitted the low bid of $2,272,238 for the project.... Full story
Something to cluck about in Everly?
The Everly City Council on Monday fielded a proposal that could ruffle some feathers throughout town. Resident Janice Nielsen gave a short presentation about urban chickens. She said around 10... Full story
02/23/23: Crime, Courts, Accidents & Incidents
• Traffic Hannah Kristine Sleight Hylemon, Royal, Registration Violation. Luis O. Alvarez Carrillo, Oklahoma City, Okla., No Valid Driver’s License. Gustavo Zamora Cendejas, Sioux City, Registration Violation; Seatbelt Violation; Dark Windows. Ale... Full story
Council receives update on east side sewer issues
The Hartley City Council is hoping an issue that caused the sewer system to back up into homes last fall is nearing a resolution. Superintendent of Public Works Jaron Benz reported Feb. 13 that sewer... Full story
2023 Clay Co. Fair Grandstand events announced
The Clay County Fair this week announced eight nights of Grandstand events – including five shows that are part of the SRG Concert Series – for the 2023 Clay County Fair powered by SMU, Sep... Full story
02/23/23: Community Calendar
Hartley Legion fish fry schedule The Hartley American Legion Family is once again hosting Friday night fish fries on March 3, March 17 and March 31. Fried Alaskan Pollock and several side options will be available. The events will be held at the... Full story
02/23/23: Area Happenings & Accomplishments
Area NCC students awarded scholarships The Community Memorial Health Center in Hartley awards $1,000 scholarships annually to deserving students attending Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon.... Full story
From Our Files
• Feb. 26, 1948 Hartley hunters were asked to get in touch with their Sanborn friends if they really wanted to see the hide of the proverbial “big, bad wolf.” A hide measuring seven feet from nose to tail, all that was left of a 100-pound wolf, was b... Full story
Helen J. Strubbe, 93, Sanborn
A funeral service for Helen J. Strubbe was held Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sanborn. Pastor Joseph Bangert officiated. Pallbearers were Brian Kleve, Brett Kleve, Stewart Strubbe, Shawn Strubbe, Shane Strubbe and Ethan S... Full story
Charles H. "Charlie" Verplank, 73, Hartley
A memorial service for Charles H. “Charlie” Verplank will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at the Hartley Funeral Home Chapel in Hartley. Dr. Lynn Dau will officiate. Honorary pallbearers are Terry Jenkins, Jerry Jenkins, Lynn Griese, Jas... Full story
Robert L. "Louie" Jensen, 91, Ligonier, Pa.
Funeral services for Robert Louis “Louie” Jensen were held Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at the Warner Chapel in Spencer. Dr. Lynn Dau officiated. Casket bearers were George Oggero, Walt Oggero, Pierce Jensen, Kyle Pratt, Nathan Westphal, Ryan Brehmer, Coh... Full story
David A. Decker, 62, Hartley
A memorial service for David A. Decker was held Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 at Grace Fellowship Church in Hartley. Rev. Steve Campbell officiated. Honorary pallbearers were Nate Hunziker, Brian Hunziker, Todd Sherrets, Jason Decker, Ryan Sherrets, Wesley... Full story
Richard J. "Dick" Swartz, 81, Sanborn
A memorial service for Richard J. “Dick” Swartz was held Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, at the United Methodist Church in Melvin. Pastor Judy Johnson officiated. Honorary pallbearers were Amanda Edwards, Connor Rousemiller, Eric Rousemiller, William Rou... Full story
FFA WEEK: Meet new H-M-S FFA advisor Lindsey Meyers
Classes may be months away from dismissing, but it's already been a memorable year for new Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn FFA advisor Lindsey Meyers. The first-year instructor took the reigns of the local... Full story
Setting a high standard
In just its first year of having its own bowling program, Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn has established a standard that other schools can only dream about. The Hawks were the No. 1 team at the Class 1A... Full story
Strong finish to initial bowling season
A third-place finish at the 1A state qualifying meet brought the initial season of girls' bowling at Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn to a conclusion. The meet was held Feb. 13 at Locomotion Lanes at Sanborn.... Full story
Bryce Dodge competes at state wrestling meet
One Okoboji/HMS wrestler earned his way to the medals stand during the 2023 state wrestling tournament at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Noah Strantz placed seventh in the 2A 160-pound bracket. The... Full story
Right out of the gates
The start of the first-round game in the Class 1A boys' district basketball tournament could not have gone much better for Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn. The Hawks scored the first 20 points of the game... Full story
Second-half dominance
Stingy defense in the second half tipped the momentum in Remsen St. Mary's favor, leading the blue and white-clad Hawks to a 58-45 win over Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn in a Class 1A boys' district... Full story
