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County awarded Hospice of NI to hold
for excellence Bereavement Camp Sept. 19
in financial
reporting Hospice of North Iowa’s Youth who have experienced the death of a
Bereavement Camp, Camp Green- family member or friend. Those who
Cerro Gordo County has been tree, is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. have not been served by Hospice of
awarded a Certificate of Achievement 19, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., at Camp Tan- North Iowa are welcome to attend.
for Excellence in Financial Report- glefoot, Clear Lake. For further information, or to
ing from the Government Finance This one-day camp offers youth, register, contact Hospice of North
Officers Association (GFOA). The ages seven to 14-years, the opportu- Iowa at 641-428-6208 or 1-800-297-
Certificate of Achievement is for the nity to meet others who have experi- 4719 or visit our website at: www.
fiscal year ended June 30, 2014 and is enced the death of a family member hospicenorthiowa.com.
the highest form of recognition in the or friend, as well as the chance to gain
area of governmental accounting and coping skills. Activities are selected to Clear Lake library
financial reporting. promote a better understanding of the cancels today’s
The award means the County’s grieving process. Youth begin to rec- storytime
comprehensive annual financial re- ognize healthy and appropriate ways
port meets the program’s high stan- to express their feelings and cope with The Clear Lake Public Library
dards and demonstrates a constructive loss. Camp includes indoor and out- has announced there will be no sto-
“spirit of full disclosure”. door activities, creating special memo- rytime on Wednesday, Sept. 9, due to
This is the 18th consecutive year ries and making friends along the way. some repair work in the library’s meet-
the County has received this recogni- Advanced registration is required ing rooms. Storytime will resume as
tion. Cerro Gordo is one of six Iowa and due by Friday, Sept. 11. usual Wednesday, Sept. 16.
counties to receive the award. Camp Greentree is free of charge
County Budget Manager and open to all youth ages seven to 14
Heather Mathre, CPA, also received
an Award of Financial Reporting Toys for the ages
Achievement as the individual who
prepared the report. Toy tractors attracted kids of all ages Sunday, as the Clear Lake Antique Dealers Association hosted the annual Antiques
The GFOA is a nonprofit pro- in the Square. City Park was filled with toys, primitives, furniture, glassware and more. Thousands of people enjoyed the
fessional association serving approxi- one-day show, which continued on despite a brief shower Sunday.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.
mately 17,500 government finance
professionals.
Charges filed HANDMADE ITEMS VINTAGE DECOR
REPURPOSED FURNITURE FUN FINDS
A Clear Lake man has filed a
federal civil lawsuit against the Mason FEATURING ~ Junkin’ Gal & Well Worn Charm
City Police Department. The lawsuit
states that Kristopher Alcorn, 39, ac- Friday & Saturday directions from Clear Lake:
cuses police officer Stratton Steffy of September 11-12 Take I-35 N. to exit 203.
false arrest and malicious prosecution, October 15-17 Turn left (west) on Hwy 9.
officer Jason Stiles of retaliation, and 10 am - 6 pm Turn right (north) on Wheelerwood.
the officers and department of inten- Go 3 miles to 390th Street.
tional infliction of emotional distress.
Alcorn is accused of assaulting 563 390th Street, Hanlontown
an employee at the Menard’s store in
Mason City in July 2014. He was ar- [email protected] [email protected]
rested for misdemeanor assault, but
a district court judge dismissed the
charge at trial when witnesses could
not identify Alcorn as the person who
committed the assault. He is seeking
unspecified damages as part of the
lawsuit.
Car hits bicyclist
Clear Lake police and ambulance workers responded to the report of a bicycle and car collision at 1:53 p.m. Sunday,
Sept. 6, at the intersection of 4th Avenue South and South 12th Street. Gregory A. Hampton, of Clear Lake, was cited
for failing to yield left turn and colliding with bicyclist John J. Benjamin, of Clear Lake. Benjamin was taken to Mercy
Medical Center-North Iowa by Mason City Fire Medias.-Reporter photo by Chris Barragy.
Public invited to participate in
Opportunity Village Benefit Walk
The 46th annual Walk for Op- fices of Clear Lake and the Clear Lake started at www.firstgiving.com/op-
portunity Village will be held Sunday Chamber of Commerce, at the Vil- portunityvillage/benefit-walk-2015.
Sept 13, at 1 p.m. in either Clear lage’s main office in Clear Lake; or the Then e-mail the page to friends and
Lake or Fort Dodge. offices of Northwoods Living at Pine put on social media. Donors may
The walk is supporting an orga- House, 1470 21st Ave N, Fort Dodge. sponsor walkers with a check; or on-
nization that is providing services to To have packets mailed, contact infor- line at www.firstgiving.com/opportu-
over 620 people with disabilities in [email protected] or call 641-357- nityvillage/benefit-walk-2015.
30 North Iowa communities. It is an 5277. Details about the Benefit Walk
inspiring event that calls participants Those planning to participate can are available on the Village’s web site,
of all ages and abilities to show their also create their own on-line fundrais- www.oppvill.org, or visit on Facebook
love and support for people with dis- ing page to raise money on-line. Get at www.facebook.com/oppvill.
abilities in your community,
The walk unites the entire com- Julie Wiebenga is back and
munity-that includes family, friends, taking appointments!
co-workers, social and religious
groups-in a display of combined Appointments will be taken for
strength and dedication in the spirit Tuesdays & Wednesdays
of support for people with disabili- Starting Sept. 15th & 16th
ties. While there is no fee to regis-
ter, each participant is encouraged to The Hair Shanty
fundraise in order to contribute to the
cause and raise awareness. This year’s 100 Glen Cove Dr., Clear Lake • (641) 357-7605
goal is $150,000.
Teams, friends, family, or co- Apartment
workers are encouraged to partici- Available
pate. Those who can’t make the walk
in Clear Lake or Fort Dodge can still The Courtyard Independent and Assisted Living
simply be an ambassador for Oppor- has an apartment available offering three levels
tunity Village by asking sponsors for of care, generous amenities and services along
financial gifts. with additional options to accommodate lifestyle
There will be entertainment,
food and prizes at both walks. choices, wellness and keeping tenants as
Benefit Walk sponsor envelopes independent as possible.
and registration packets are available
at the Village General Stores in Clear Call for your personal visit today.
Lake and Fort Dodge; The City Of- 641-357-1648 or 641-357-5244
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