scs for upload

More documents

Recommendations

Info

Obituaries ..............A9 Artist plans to display work this weekend See A3 Sioux Center girls jump to strong start See B1 Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Vol. 124 ~ Num. 48 A Growing Newspaper for a Growing Community www.NWESTIOWA.com 85¢ race view Event Center. rate for another 10 years. sales tax revenues to help construct a new cafeteria at Kin- The voter-approved PPEL things.” PPEL is a fund the school “We use two major funds district uses to pay for facilities, grounds and mainte- infrastructure and PPEL,” “We use the PPEL in a sim- in the 2016-17 year. An addi- for facilities — the school sey Elementary next year. will generate about $515,000 By STEVE HOOGLAND nance improvements. The said Sioux Center school ilar way,” he said. “We can tional school board-approved Editor voter-approved PPEL for superintendent Pat bond against the revenues but PPEL is $0.33 per $1,000 valuation and will generate Sioux Center School District voters will decided next $1,000 valuation. pay for smaller construction we’ve used PPEL to pay for $165,000 in the current year. Sioux Center is $1.03 per O’Donnell. “We use them to we prefer not to. Typically, Tuesday whether to renew the The present PPEL levy projects that aren’t large other things: technology, O’Donnell said in recent school district’s Plant and expires June 30, 2018. The enough to require bond issues transportation, operations years, the board-approved Physical Equipment Levy. Sioux Center School District but need additional funding.” and grounds, big-ticket musical instruments, joint-use PPEL helped the school District voters will cast ballots 7 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Ter- renew the levy at the same will be using the one-cent facilities and those kinds of see PPEL on Board of Education looks to O’Donnell said the school A10 Hildred Vander Weide of Sioux Center finds inspiration everywhere, those creations will be on display during the second annual Quilt Show from quilting clubs to greeting cards, for her quilted creations. Some of coming Saturday. Photo by Renee Wielenga By RENEE WIELENGA make it.” the show. She’s picked out History with friends, sewing kind of Staff writer Some of her pieces will be three options so far. Vander Weide’s mother went by the wayside until my Quilt inspiration can be part of the second annual “There’s just something taught her to sew as a little children were born.” found anywhere. Quilt Show coming Saturday. about quilts that’s fun to look girl. Vander Weide made a quilt Wallpaper, greeting cards, Each room of a 1900s home at, that I think people appreciate,” she said. “This is a good remember helping my mom She continued the tradition, “Even in my early teens I for each of her seven children. magazines and, of course, sewing groups. loan that were made by vari- way to see the variety that’s finish some quilts by hand- making a quilt for about half will be filled with quilts on “There’s nothing quite like ous community members. out there.” sewing them,” she said, “but of her nearly 30 grandchildren quilting,” said Hildred Vander With two trunks full of No quilts on display this year my mother was so often at and may continue doing so Weide of Sioux Center. quilts in the basement of her are repeats of last year’s show. the machine it was hard to do for any great-grandchildren. “There’s inspiration for home, Vander Weide said the “Anytime I can support my own projects. And being “Around my house there designs everywhere and once hardest part has been choosing which ones to utilize for said. ing part time and hanging out see QUILTS on quilting is a good thing,” she involved in basketball, work- I get an idea, I just have to A10 Chelsea Ringsdorf. “The kids building an alarm clock while of motion. are juiced for this, for making others are assembling a door “Nothing is due,” Hulshof things, and this after school bell. A handful of students also said. “Everything revolves program is a great way to facilitate that.” into touchpads by alligator to try and all of it builds on are turning everyday objects around what the students want By RENEE WIELENGA Staff writer STEM Club differs from the clipping two objects to a all of these soft skills that About 45 fifth- and sixthgrade students are choosing 45 minutes to allow students invention kit — that ultimate- employees to have, such as classroom in that it provides Makey Makey — a simple future employers want their to stay after school each Monday because of new program ests them using STEM-based ings on paper or even play- you think outside of the box, to work on anything that interly allows students to turn draw- being a problem solver, can at Sioux Center Middle materials such as tool kits, electrical wire, saw, sewing Down the hall in sixth-grade others, can you listen to othdough into keyboard keys. can you communicate with School. “I’ve heard a few times from machine, safety glasses as well science teacher Jill Hulshof’s ers’ ideas and provide them students, ‘Miss R, I got my as curriculum. room, student projects have with feedback, can you compromise?” Sioux Center Middle School students Rachel Wynia homework done so I could Since the club began in September, in Ringsdorf’s room to test buoyancy and paper centered around submarines and Christina Rowe learn how to use a simple invention come to STEM Club,’” said kit during STEM Club. Photo by Renee Wielenga fifth-grade science teacher a couple students have been rockets to test Newton’s laws see STEM on A11 At Sioux Center Health, we are here to serve you and your family. From total knee replacements to shoulder scopes, you can find all the specialized and surgical care you need. You are always surrounded with state-of-the-art technology and the support you need close to home. For more information about our surgery services, visit SIOUXCENTERHEALTH.ORG. The new pedestrian crossing signal, coming to the intersection of Ninth Street SE and First Avenue SE, will be activated by pedestrians. Its bright lights flash in an irregular pattern making them very noticeable to drivers. Photo submitted By STEVE HOOGLAND Editor New flashing crossing signals will enhance pedestrian safety. The city of Sioux Center is planning the new signals — called rectangular rapid flashing beacons — at the intersection of Ninth Street NE and First Avenue NE, two blocks south of Sioux Center Christian School and three blocks west of Kinsey Elementary. The new crossing should happen in the next week or two. Pedestrians push a button to activate the signs’ bright lights, which flash in an irregular pattern like emergency vehicle lights, making them very noticeable to traffic. “One of the things that makes the crossing noticeable is that the lights are see CROSSING on A6 SURGERY CENTER FEATURES: • Expanded Same-Day Surgery • 10 Same-Day Surgery Suites • 2 Surgery & 2 Endoscopy Suites • 4 General Surgeons • 2 Nurse Anesthetists • 2 Orthopedic Surgeons • State-Of-The-Art Equipment • Easy Access For Family & Guests • Coordination with Specialists SIOUX CENTER SHOPPER – TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016 PAGE 2 $79,500 New Listing! 3856 Garfield Ave., Sioux Center $219,000 2096 S. Main Ave., Sioux Center $289,500 $159,000 Price Reduced! 667 7th St. NW, Sioux Center $265,000 500 3rd Street SE, Sioux Center $315,000 $209,000 12 14th St. SE, Sioux Center $287,000 1042 Teres View Dr., Sioux Center $469,000 1066 Teres View Dr., Sioux Center 969 8th Ave. SE, Sioux Center 1540 Sunrise Trail, Sioux Center 2 Business Opportunities! BUTLERS CAFÉ & COFFEE - and - TRUE VINE CHRISTIAN BOOK STORE 1 CLICK AWAY...WWW.EPICHOMEREALTY.COM HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! 14 3rd St. NW | Sioux Center Visit REALTOR.com and download the APP CALL EPIC TODAY! Experienced - Professional - Innovative - Caring Jennifer Jansen GRI - ABR - SLS - CRS - REALTOR® - BROKER Cell 712.441.3232 LOTS FOR SALE! Mike Julius SALES ASSOCIATE Cell 712.299.0603 SURGERY MANAGER for critical access hospital, offering inpatient and outpatient services. Full-time, rotating call. Qualifications: Nebraska RN license, BLS certification, 5 years surgery experience, surgery management experience and certification preferred. Competitive salary, benefits. Apply online at www.jchc.us (INCN) FOR SALE: Split firewood. Delivered in pickup loads. Call 712-341-0740 The LPL Financial Advantage • Independent advice The CFP® Certification Advantage • Comprehensive knowledge and experience The WealthVision SM Advantage • A comprehensive view of your finances Learn more by going to our web site at www.getintegratedfinancial.com WANTED: CLASSROOM Aide/ Bus Monitor for Rock Valley Head Start. 6 hours per day, Monday-Thursday. 24 hours per week, 33 weeks per year. Please visit our website www. midsioux.org to complete an online application. 1-800-859-2025. An Equal Opportunity Employer. CLASS A CDL drivers/tankers. Great pay, home weekends, and benefits! Potential of $60,000 plus per year! Contact Tony 608- 935-0915, ext. 16 www.qlf.com (INCN) Paul Hoogendoorn, CFP ® 712-441-2292 paul.hoogendoorn@lpl.com Corporate Center 954 N Main Ave Sioux Center, IA 51250 HEALTHCARE CAREER PATHWAYS NAVIGATOR. Basic functions include development of career pathways that support the attainment of health industry recognized credentials, diplomas, and degrees and providing academic and career advising to enable students to secure gainful, quality employment. Registered nurse, two years long-term care RN experience, and basic computer skills required. Bilingual in the English and Spanish languages preferred. Applications accepted until position is filled. For more details go to www.nwicc.edu. Click on “Alumni & Community” and then “NCC Job Postings”. Or, contact Human Resources Office, Northwest Iowa Community College, Sheldon, Iowa, 712-324-5061. AAEOE AA OF Sioux Center. Caring, compassionate and confidential. Thursdays, 8pm at New Life Church (north entrance), 232 14th St. SE. OPENING SOON! De Jong Furniture and Dry Goods is now accepting consignments for our shop. We accept gently used furniture, antiques, vintage, tools, and household items. No clothing. Check out our Facebook page. Please call or text Twyla De Jong to make an appointment. 712-470-0889. Located at 3011 320th St.- Hull, IA. 1 mile west of Perkins Corner. 3 miles west of Hull. FAMILY-ORIENTED MARTIAL Arts Classes: 3 weeks free trial! Fun for all ages. New classes beginning Tues., Dec 13 and 20 in Rock Valley and Thurs., Dec 15 and 22 in Sioux Center. For information call Doug Ranschau at 712-722-1925 or 712-441- 6739 or visit our Siouxland ATA Facebook page. WIELENGA TAXIDERMY: Quick turnaround guarantee on Whitetail Deer mounts. $500. Check out Facebook! Ph. 712- 441-2326. Sioux Center. CLIFF VIESSMAN Inc. Is accepting applications for regional tanker drivers for the Cedar Rapids terminal. $1,000 sign-on bonus. $50 K+ per year. Health, dental, 401K, profit sharing, paid weekly, monthly safe driving bonus. CDL with tanker endorsement required. Two years experience required or driving school graduate with six months experience. Some weekend work required. Contact Nate at 800-353-0344. Option 5. natev@viessmantrucking.com. www.viessmantrucking.com. “A driver friendly company” (MCN) ASTRO BUILDINGS – limited time winter specials on commercial, suburban and farm structures. Custom design since 1969. Sign this month and save! www.astrobuildings. com/iaclass. Call 800/822-7876 today! (INCN) NEED a place to rent? Check out the classifieds. RUNNING SHORT on business cards? Starting at only $55 for 500 business cards that include 1 side, 4 color and 30 minutes in design time. Plus many more options and quantities available. Get noticed with a professional card designed your way. Email printshop@iowainformation.com or call 712-722- 5063, or stop in at 67 Third St. N.E. Sioux Center. NEW AND used feed mixers. Scale repairs, liners, augers, flighting, bearings and chain. Post Equipment, Rock Valley, Phone 712-476-4500, www. postequip.com TRAILER CLOSE-OUT sale! 500 & 990 gallon fuel trailers; 12’ 7,000 lb. Scissor lift trailers; 16’ 14,000 lb. Dump trailers; 82” x 20’ + 4’ 14,000# Skidloader trailers; 6 x 12 v-nose/ramp cargo $2,750; 7’ x 16’ v-nose/ramp $4,199.00. 150 trailers in-stock. www.fortdodgetrailerworld.com 515-972- 4554 (MCN) Securities and Financial Planning offered through LPL Financial, a Registered Investment Advisor, Member FINRA/SIPC. Larry Armstrong, D.C. Tyler Armstrong, D.C. Tiffany Armstrong, D.C. 83 West 1st Street • Sioux Center, IA 51250 712.722.0788 siouxcenterchiropractic.com BACK ISSUES INDEX Opinions ................A4 Accidents ...............A6 Dordt News ...........A8 EXHIBITION SPORTS www.NWESTIOWA.com SIOUX CENTER NEWS School district looks to renew PPEL funds Rates will remain same if approved Sewing inspiration Vander Weide’s original quilts to be shown at second annual Quilt Show Middle school gains new STEM Club Students ‘juiced’ for independent learning Sioux Center Health, Here To Serve Flashing signals coming to crossing Beacons utilized to enhance safety AVAILABLE Is there an issue you’d like from the last year or two? They’re only $2.00! 227 Ninth St., Sheldon, IA 712.324.5347 or 1.800.247.0186 Sioux Center Health, Here To Serve At Sioux Center Health, we are here to serve you and your family. Our coordinated health care services put your family at the center of our care. From total knee replacements to shoulder scopes, you can find all the specialized and surgical care you need. You are always surrounded with state-of-the-art technology and the support you deserve. Let us serve you and your family in a safe, private, and comfortable environment that is close to home. For more information about our surgery services, visit SIOUXCENTERHEALTH.ORG. SURGERY CENTER FEATURES: 4 General Surgeons 2 Nurse Anesthetists 2 Orthopedic Surgeons Coordination With Specialists
SIOUX CENTER SHOPPER – TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016 PAGE 3 Moget’s Value Added INC. In Business for 35 Years! Pork Market, Inc. • Buying Cleanouts, Lights, Butchers, Sows, Boars • Extensive Market base allows higher prices • Buying 5 days a week • Trucking arranged if needed • A satisfied customer is our goal 2966 US 75 Ave • Hull, IA 51239 Rob Mouw 712-395-0272 Kevin De Bruin 712-441-2477 TIRED OF cold weather? Escape to Llano Grande Resort in South Texas’ Rio Grande Valley! RV sites, cottages, fully furnished rentals available. Enjoy our golf course, heated swimming pools, full schedule of activities, top-notch entertainment, breathtaking sunsets, and endless fun. Ask about our complimentary 30-day stay. 800-656- 2638 www.lanogranderesort. com (MCN) ESCAPE WINTER this year! Travel with Paul and Elaine on our “Florida Sun Winter Getaway” February 15-27, 2017. Call Elaine De Jong for details and pricing at 712-395- 0105 or 712-737-2116; Allied Tour and Travel Ted Hengeveld 712-540-1585 SPRING WILL be here before you know it! Join Paul and Elaine De Jong to “Savannah & Charleston” tour April 1-10, 2017 or our “New Orleans and Deep South” tour April 21-30, 2017. Call for details on either tour to Elaine at 712-395-0105 or 712-737-2116; Allied Tour and Travel CHRISTMAS GIFTS: tickets for Cantus, Kevin Kling, Mermaid Theatre. Gift certificates for classes in watercolor, magic & more. 707-4885 Orangecityarts. net DON’T FORGET to pick up your wedding, engagement and anniversary pictures that have been in the paper. TRANS OVA IS LOOKING FOR A FULL TIME CALVING HERDSMAN to join our team! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitor pregnant cows, administer treatments according to protocol • Provide basic obstetrical assistance to cows • Process newborn calves according to protocol EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • Animal Science or related field degree preferred (candidates with pertinent experience will be considered) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS: • Must be able to life 70 lbs • Primarily outdoor environment • Able to stand or work for long periods OTHER SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: • Prior calving and cattle handling experience preferred • Prior experience operating farm equipment Employment contingent on a post-offer, pre-employment background check & drug screen. EOE For more information on this position and to see a listing of our other current openings visit our website www.transova.com SANDBULTE CONSTRUCTION Buildings designed & engineered to your specific needs! Quality Work - Years of Experience Owen Sandbulte • Carmel, IA • 712-722-2607 • 712-441-1122 FULL TIME SECRETARY. High school diploma or equivalent and knowledge of current software applications required. Secretarial secondary degree or related experience and bilingual in English and Spanish languages preferred. Excellent benefit package including fully paid family medical and dental insurance. Applications accepted until position is filled. For more details go to www.nwicc.edu. Click on “Alumni & Community” and then “NCC Job Postings”. Or, contact Human Resources Office, Northwest Iowa Community College, Sheldon, Iowa, 712-324-5061. AAEOE MELISSA’S HOPE Chest: All remaining Christmas items are now 35% off! Stop by and check out the great deals!!! • Machine Sheds • Barn Roofing & Repair • Dairy Parlors • Shops • Freestall Buildings • Hog & Cattle Confinements • Poured Walls • Flatwork • Custom Design Buildings TIRED OF the snow? Become a sinter Texan where the sun meets the gulf. Over 100 RV resorts and retirement communities for you to choose from. RV sites, fully furnished rentals and more. For more information visit www.rgvparks.org. (MCN) FINDING SOLUTIONS to Your Financial Needs. Call Eric Rankin at Edward Jones. Member SIPC. Ph 712-722-0618. CLASS A CDL FOR LOCAL HAULING AND GOOD MVR. Driver Wanted 712-470-7360 • Boyden 712-551-1977(office) or 712-551-7980(cell) Gary & Serena Anderson • Accepting calls until 9:00 pm Sign $ 2,500 on bonus for Full Time Nurse or CNA Pleasant Acres CARE CENTER Car Care & Auto Body Free Estimates • Cleanest Cars in Town Complete Auto Body Repair Chip Repair • Complete Auto Detailing Windshield and Collision Repair 468 4th Street NW • Sioux Center, IA 51250 (4 blocks west of Kum & Go) 712.722.0433 CLASS-A CDL regional driver. Good home time. Great pay and benefits. Matching 401k. Bonus’s and tax free money. No touch freight. Experience needed. Call Scott 507-460-9011. Apply on-line www.mcfgtl.com (MCN) NEED SOMETHING FAXED? Iowa Information, Inc. can send and receive faxes. Stop in at 67 Third St. N.E. Sioux Center from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Cost is $2 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. NOW HIRING MDS Coordinator Assistant Director of Nursing Full time Evening Nurse Full Time Overnight CNA Full Time Evening CNA Part Time Housekeeper ALL THINGS basementy! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, finishing, structural repairs, humidity and mold control. Free estimates! Call 1-800-640-8195 (MCN) NEED a place to rent? Check out the classifieds. RNS UP to $45/hr LPNs up to $37.50/hour, CNAs up to $22.50/hour, free gas, weekly pay, $2,000 bonus, AACO Nursing Agency 1-800-656-4414 Ext. 106 (INCN) 309 Railroad St. Hull, IA 712-439-2758 We Are Hiring! Come join our growing agency! We are looking for a motivated Account Executive to join our team. Key responsibilities would include: • Generating revenue by developing market potential through prospecting, lead generation, forecasting, and closing sales. • Oversee development and implementation of support materials and services in the area of marketing, communications, and public relations for clients. Coordinate at the strategic, and tactical levels with other functions of Agency Two Twelve and its clients. Experience is preferred. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefi ts package, and a rewarding work environment. Interested applicants can send resume and cover letter to: Agency Two Twelve | PO Box 382 | Sioux Center, Iowa 51250 Email: agency@agencytwotwelve.com UPCOMING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES with SIOUX CENTER ARTS! Tuesdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31, 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm BEGINNING KNITTING CLASS For ages 13 and up, All Seasons Center Senior Room Cost: $20 Monday, February 6 and 13, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm COLLAGE CLASS Ages 16 and up, All Seasons Center Senior Room Cost: $20 fi nd out more at: agencytwotwelve.com – For more info – www.siouxcenter.org/arts or call (712) 722-4386 ext. 5 HOSPITAL & CLINICS Universal Aide, Crown Pointe Full-time SENIOR SERVICES SIOUXCENTERHEALTH.ORG ’tis the season to make EOE tracks for a fresh new job For details on these positions and all our Employment Opportunities and to apply on-line: ocHealthSystem.org Now hiring • Hospital Nurse Assistant (FT) • Hospital RN (FT) • Paramedic (FT) • EMT (Casual) • Environmental Services Associate (FT, PT, and Casual) • Sr. Care Nurse Asst. (FT, PT, or Casual) • Resident Associate, Landsmeer (Casual days/Casual nights) • PM Grill Cook (Casual) Questions? Call Human Resources 712-737-5237
Page 1: CHICKEN QUESO NACHOS NAVIDAD A mix
Page 5 and 6: SIOUX CENTER SHOPPER - TUESDAY, DEC

scs for upload

Create successful ePaper yourself

Delete template?

Save as template?