Ventura man sentenced to prison in child pornography case

Published by admin on Wed, 08/07/2013 - 11:19pm

 

A Ventura man who possessed child pornography was sentenced Aug. 1,  to 10 years in federal prison.

Brandon Phinney, 28, received the sentence after an April 1, 2013, guilty plea to one count of possession of child pornography. At the guilty plea, Phinney admitted that he possessed child pornography on his computer.

Slates set for Clear Lake and Ventura School Board elections

Published by admin on Wed, 08/07/2013 - 11:19pm

 

The slate has been set for the upcoming School Board election.  In Clear Lake, there will be a race among three candidates for two seats on the Board.  In Ventura, one incumbent and one newcomer are on the ballot for two seats.

In Clear Lake, incumbents Mark Tesar and Sandy Christ are seeking re-election.  They are being challenged by Chyrl Bergvig, a retired educator.

In Ventura, long time board member Larry Costello is seeking re-election, along with Allison M. Linahon.  

Chamber readies plan for fireworks funding campaign

Published by admin on Wed, 08/07/2013 - 11:19pm

 

Since 2010, the Clear Lake Area Chamber has been planning and strategizing how to address the future funding of the Fireworks Display, according to Executive Director Tim Coffey.

Its historical significance to the community both as a multi-generational tradition and its economic impact has concerned the Chamber for many years.  With the passing of Arlene Hughes, a major fireworks benefactor, 

concern was raised about the Chamber’s ability to successfully raise the needed annual funds for future fireworks displays. 

Robert Roseland

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:40pm

 

Robert “Rosie” Roseland, 89, died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, July 8, 2013 at Deerfield Retirement Community in Urbandale, Iowa. 

Rosie was born June 7, 1924, in Paulina, Iowa, to John and Floy Roseland.  His mother and father owned the Corner Drug in Clear Lake for many years.  He graduated from Clear Lake High School and went to work for 

Inez I. Cozad

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:40pm

 

Inez Ione Cozad, 66, Clear Lake, formerly of Bedford, Iowa, died Friday, July 26, at the Oakwood Care Center in Clear Lake.

A celebration of Inez’s life will be held at a later date.  

Inez Ione Cozad was born on May 20, 1947 in Hancock, Iowa, the daughter of Archie Leland and Florence Ida (Snyder) Mattly.  Inez attended school in Clarinda, Iowa, graduating from Clarinda High School.  She also 

Kenneth L. Smith

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:40pm

 

Kenneth Laverne Smith, 85, 10757 Cedar Ave., Clear Lake, died Thursday, July 25, 2013 at the Concord Care Center, Garner, Iowa.

     A memorial service was held, Tuesday, July 30, 2013 at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, Clear Lake, with Rev. Rodney Meester of the First Reformed Church, Meservey, Iowa, officiating.  

Richard E. Becker

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:37pm

 

Richard “Dick” Eugene Becker, 87, Clear Lake, died Sunday, July 21, 2013 at the Oakwood Care Center, Hwy. 18 W., Clear Lake.  

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013 at the Galilean Lutheran Church, 4454 255th St., Clear Lake, with Rev. Scot McCluskey officiating.  Visitation with family will be from 11:30 a.m. until the

LAKE LEVEL

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:25pm

 

The lake level remained steady at 

-0.36” below the weir.  Last year at this time the lake measured -19.09” below the weir.

Sheakley named Male Athlete of the Week by Sports Spotlight

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:23pm

 

Gavin Sheakley, a senior on the Clear Lake baseball team, has been honored as the Hy-Vee Horizon Male Athlete of the Week by Sports Spotlight, a statewide source for news, information and resources for high school and youth athletics and all active endeavors. Athletes chosen by Sports Spotlight have reached a high level of athleticism, while maintaining sportsmanship to its utmost degree.

On to State: Lion baseball team has the heart of a champion

Published by admin on Wed, 07/31/2013 - 8:23pm

CL vs. W-SR

The Lions proved they have the heart of a champion in a thrilling extra-inning win over sixth-ranked Waverly-Shell Rock Tuesday, July 23.  With two out and two strikes on the batter, the team rallied to win their District final, 8-6, in nine innings.

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