September 2016

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SW XC boys, girls third at Monticello

 

The South Winneshiek girls’ cross country team placed third overall Saturday at Monticello. Senior Sadie Nymeyer stepped up to finish 36th individually in the event with a time of 23:49. (Jerry Wadian photo)

 

 

SW XC boys, girls third at Monticello

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

While the South Winneshiek boys’ and girls’ cross country teams had plans of competing at the Luther Invitational Saturday morning, Mother Nature had a different agenda.

Due to flooding, the meet in Decorah was cancelled and the Warriors decided to compete at the Monticello Invitational instead.

Facing some of the toughest competition it has seen so far this season, the Warrior girls managed 117 team points, good enough for third overall.

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Cyclones stall Warirors

 

Warrior quarterback Joel Hanson looks for an open receiver downfield while trying to avoid the Cyclone pass rush during South Winn’s 31-6 loss Friday night. Hanson connected with receiver Cole Klimesh for the lone Warrior touchdown of the game. (Zakary Kriener photo)

 

Cyclones stall Warriors

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

South Winneshiek traveled to Denver Friday evening for a game that would mark the beginning of district play for both the Warriors and Cyclones.

“Our kids played hard,” acknowledged coach Jason Ohrt following the game. “We knew going in (that) this would be a difficult challenge.”

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LaVene Eike

LaVerne Eike

 

 

LaVerne J. Eike, 92, of Manchester, Iowa, died Thursday, September 8, 2016. 

Visitation will be Friday, September 16, 2016, from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Bohnenkamp - Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Manchester, with a 2:00 p.m. Scripture Service.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 17, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Manchester, with visitation one hour prior to service. 

Burial will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Manchester.

Survivors include his daughter, Shirley (Dennis) Lyons of Manchester; one grandson, Caleb Lyons of Manchester; many nieces and nephews; and a special group of friends from Jude’s Café.

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Arlene Hogenson

Arlene Hogenson

 

 

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Showing their pride

 

The Zweibohmer family, including (front, l-r) Montanah, Alyssa, Adrianna; (back) Annette and Mark, recently worked together to bring an idea to honor local veterans come to fruition. Using pieces from an old Harvestore silo, Mark created a giant 10-foot by 5-foot flag on his garage. Over Labor Day weekend, the family welcomed nearly 90 Ossian vets to their home to sign the flag, which will be donated to a local benefit auction in the future. (Zakary Kriener photo)

 

Showing their pride

 

 

Zakary Kriener

News Writer
zkriener@fayettepublishing.com

 

 

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Aeschlimans honored as royalty of Wadena

 

Laine and Kenny Aeschliman (back, l-r) were asked to be King and Queen of Wadena Days while their son Chase (front, center) was asked to be grand marshal. Pictured with their other two sons, Brock (left) and Lincoln, the Aeschlimans graciously accepted. Chris DeBack photos

 

Aeschlimans honored as royalty of Wadena

 

 

By Chris Deback
cdeback@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

The Aeschlimans will be the royalty of Wadena, at the very least, for a day.

The Wadena Days Committee has selected Chase, 12, as the grand marshal and his mother and father, Laine and Kenny, as King and Queen of the annual celebration to be held Sept. 17-18.

“I am excited,” Laine said with a smile. “It kind of surprised me, but I was excited when Kenny said that Chase was going to be the grand marshal.”

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Blue Devils' rally falls short, 28-24

 

 

West Central’s Collin Kime protects the football as he is tackled by two Turkey Valley defenders in recent action. Friday in Clarksville, Kane lugged the ball 19 times for 122 yards and caught four passes for another 108 yards, including a 10-yard TD catch.  Chris DeBack photo

 

Blue Devils' rally falls short, 28-24

 

 

By Jerry Wadian
jwadian@thefayettecountyunion.com

 

 

West Central had an 18-14 lead going into the fourth quarter Friday in Clarksville, but that first win proved elusive as the Indians rallied to win by four, 28-24.

The contest was originally set for 7 p.m. in Clarksville. However, it was moved to Maynard because of the condition of the field in Clarksville. The game was also moved up to 6 p.m. in hopes of beating the rain scheduled to hit the area. Unfortunately, the rain came early and with two lightning delays, the action didn’t start until nearly 8 p.m.

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Councilman Kris McGrane named Fayette City Clerk

 

Fayette Mayor Andrew Wenthe (right) congratulates Councilman Kris McGrane on accepting the position of city clerk/administrator at Tuesday night’s (Sept. 6) meeting in Fayette. McGrane was chosen from a field of approximately 25-30 applicants. He will begin working with current City Administrator Christie Dennis on Sept. 30. Dennis intends to retire on Oct. 28. (Janell Bradley photo) 

 

Councilman Kris McGrane named Fayette City Clerk

 

 

 

Janell Bradley

Contributing Writer

 

 

The Fayette City Council agreed to hire one of its own as Fayette’s new city clerk/administrator, with City Councilman Kris McGrane to start working with current City Administrator Christie Dennis on Sept. 30.

In making the recommendation at a meeting Tuesday, Sept. 6, Mayor Andrew Wenthe said McGrane has great experience with city government from his employment as a dispatcher with the Oelwein Police Department. Wenthe went on to cite McGrane’s strong IT skills (he helped update the City’s website), commitment to community and proven ability as a quick learner.

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Katherine Hannigan publishes 5th book

Katherine Hannigan

 

Katherine Hannigan publishes 5th book

 

 

Janell Bradley

Contributing Writer

 

 

Katherine Hannigan’s website describes her as an author and illustrator. However, those who know the Fayette woman would say she is all that and so much more. Her books not only entertain and delight, but teach young people about the importance of protecting and enhancing the environment.

Hannigan has just published her fifth book, entitled “Dirt + Water = Mud.” She was inspired to write and illustrate “Dirt” as a result of her math background and the imaginative minds of her 9- and 11-year-old nieces living in New York.

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