Adel HeathMart Spotlight – Ruth Jarrell

Courtesy of Adel HealthMart 

Name: Ruth Jarrell

Title: Pharmacy Technician

Work Experience: In the past, I have worked as a church secretary and as an insurance/real estate secretary.

I was also a stay-at-home mom for several years, raising my daughters, Lora and Janessa.

I have worked at Adel HealthMart since the Vandevanter family bought the business on July 1, 2008.

Previous to that, I worked as a pharmacy technician/bookkeeper for five years.

Favorite part of working here: My favorite part of working at Adel Healthmart is definitely the contact I have with the friendly people of this community. I also enjoy the people I work with and the variety of tasks I perform as a pharmacy tech.

Outside of work: When I’m not at work, I enjoy movies, dining out, traveling, ISU sporting events, and most of all, spending time with family and friends.

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Shop local, shop Adel HealthMart today!

Adel HealthMart
113 N 9th St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3644
After hours Emergency: 515-333-2959
Email: jane@adelhealthmart.com
Website: www.adelhealthmart.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/adelhealthmart

Good Samaritan Food Pantry of Adel

Helping Hands
215 N. 11th St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 478-3760
Website: www.adelfoodpantry.com
Facebook: Good-Samaritan-Food-Pantry

We are located in the old Adel Middle School Lunchroom at 215 North 11th Street Adel, Iowa. Please enter through the Blue door on the NE corner.

We serve the residents of the ADM School District and the Van Meter School District.

We are open Monday and Tuesday from 12pm – 2pm. If you work during our open hours, please call to schedule an appointment.

3rd Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K Photos

The 3rd Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K held Rain or Shine!
Adel, Iowa. October 13th, 2011.

Everyone who participated today stated that this year’s race was a great success!

The morning started at 4:00 a.m. for Jessica and Steve Gomke as the rain fell and the lightning cracked overhead.

Jessica was on the computer by 5:00 letting everyone know the race was still going on that the weather channel showed it clearing off for the race.

Jessica, Steve and volunteers showed up at Kinnick-Feller park at 6:00 a.m. and started setting up and checking in registrants. Jessica enthusiastically told everyone that the rain would pass shortly as she checked the reports on her phone.

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Kevin of Open Road setup and calibrated the digital timer under a park light as dawn started to peak through the dense tree covering of the park.

True to the weather report the rain stopped about 7:30 a.m.

Participants started to flow into the park and everyone was wearing smiles and the orange t-shirts o this year’s event.

Registrant’s were fitted with digital timers and gathered at the starting point.

At 8:00 Karly Kuhse, sang the National Anthem. The crowd applauded and cheered at her flawless performance.

The race took off on time with contestants finishing faster than last year.

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The first to cross the Finish line was 36 year old Trent Donnelly with a winning time of 19:44.

Following closely were Osvaldo Rodriguez, 45, time of 20:106, Nicholas Bishop, 26, time of 21:58, Rachel Hoger, 37, time of 22:02, and Will Kelley, 27, time of 23:28.

Finishing First in the Female Division was Rachel Hoger, 37, time of 22:02.

Full race results can be found at: www.johndgomkecharity.org

The youth races proved to be a hit with the kids as the entire park cheered them on as they crossed the Finish lines.

Runners were treated to water, bananas, and pizza.

Wrapping up the days events was the Raffle as prizes were announced and the Place and Gender prizes were awarded.

Jessica and Steve thanked the volunteers and runners of this year’s event.

More of the day can be found at the John D. Gomke website.

John D. Gomke Charity
PO Box 613
De Soto, Iowa 50069
Website: johndgomkecharity.org

Class Composites Added to ADM Alumni Site

Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association

The ADM Alumni Association has added 73 class composites starting with 1937 to 2012.

The photos are available to paid members, for a low fee of $10.00 you gain access to the composites, the Newsletter, and help support the Alumni Association in their community works.

Plans are under way to add the Desoto and Minburn composites.

ADM Alumni Association
P.O. Box 122
Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: www.admalumni.com

RRVT Trail Head Ribbon Cutting Oct. 6th.

Courtesy of the Raccoon River Valley Trail Association:

Ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday morning, October 6th, 9 a.m. will officially open the fantastic new Waukee trailhead on the Raccoon River Valley Trail.

It’s going to be one of the finest trailheads you can find on any trail, anywhere, with comfortable amenities, extensive landscaping, fun design and ample parking. Come celebrate at the ceremony! Read full RRVT article here.

The scenic Raccoon River Valley Trail passes through Adel as it follows the original train railway. Enjoy the scenic views as it winds through the beautiful Iowa landscape.

Raccoon River Valley Trail Association
402 Main Street – Suite 1
Cooper, Iowa 50059
Phone: (515) 386-5488
Website: www.raccoonrivervalleytrail.org

2012 “Over the Edge” Thank You and Video

Ken Depue of Code Electric and Imagination Images of Iowa sent us a great Thank you note and a video of his adventure.

First, I’d like to thank all those who donated to Special Olympics in my Over The Edge support!

It’s great to have friends like you.

Second, I was able to wear a hi-def video camera on my helmet this year.

So click here to watch the 14-minute video…if you dare!

Looking forward to next year.

Ken

Ken Depue
Imagination Images of Iowa
Phone: (515) 208-2415
Website: www.imaginationimagesofiowa.com 

Code Electric
Phone: (515) 208-2415
Website: www.code-elec.com

New Amenities Added to Adel Parks

Courtesy of Adel Parks and recreation:

The Adel Parks and Recreation Department has added new amenities to the Adel Parks.

• A third sand volleyball court was added in Evans Park.
• Two new park grills have been added to Evans Park.
• A new water fountain has been ordered for Evans park.
• Two new park benches have been ordered, 1 for Kinnick-Feller Park, and one for Island Park.
• Exterior painting of the Lion’s Club restroom in Kinnick-Feller Park has been updated.

Other park projects “in the works”:
Revamping the Island Park shelter house with a new roof, siding, and gutter system.

Nick Schenck
Parks/Rec. Director
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Email: nschenck@adeliowa.org
Website: www.adeliowa.org

Adel Tumbling & Dance Club – Lori (Erickson) Rickert

Located at 211 S. 7th St.,  Adel Tumbling & Dance Club teaches Tumbling, Tap, Ballet: Lyrical/Modern, Jazz: Hip Hop, Pre-Pointe, Pointe, and Competitive Dance. It is owned by Lori (Erickson) Rickert, who has been teaching tumbling in Adel for 35 years.

Paul Ryan to Speak in Adel, Sept 5th

Republican Vice Presidential Nominee Paul Ryan will speak at the Courthouse Square in Adel, on Wednesday, September 5th.

He will speak about 9:00 a.m.

Downtown Businesses will be Open.

6:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Sole access to the Court House block at 9th St.

Highway 169 will detour during speech.

Hail Specials at Adel Chrysler Dodge RAM Jeep

Courtesy of Adel Chrysler Dodge RAM Jeep:

Adel Chrysler Dodge RAM Jeep has 75 vehicles affected in last week’s bout of hail, and is running a “Hail Sale” starting this week!

The sale runs until all hail damaged vehicles are sold, both new and pre-owned vehicles.

The last time this happened was 10 years ago.

Adel Chrysler Dodge RAM Jeep
818 Court St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4587
Website: www.adelchrysler.com
Email: MikeD@adelchrysler.com

2012 ADM Alumni Golf Tournament Photos

Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association

The ADM Alumni Association has posted photos from the 2012 Golf Tournament held during the Adel Sweet Corn Festival.

If you have pictures to share please send to wix4hawks@aol.com. All are welcome!

Congratulations to our winning team of Jay Albright, Jeff Tracy, Dick Hall, Chris Heikes, with a winning score of 56.

See the full article and photos at the ADM Alumni Association site.

ADM Alumni Association
P.O. Box 122
Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: www.admalumni.com

Ralph Moisa II – White Eagle Multicultural Pow Wow Interview

Reprint of Article from August Newsletter:

The 13th Annual White Eagle Multicultural Pow Wow is the only pow wow of it’s type in the country and it’s happening near Adel, Iowa!

We spoke with event founder, Ralph Moisa II, about this one-in-a-million gathering.

Ralph and Carol Moisa, along with dozens of volunteers and sponsors, have created a positive reason to unite central Iowa communities.

Their cause is valiant – “to break down the walls of misunderstanding and bring together individuals of different races” – as inspired by their late son Ralph “White Eagle” Moisa III.

As a young man, Ralph experienced bigotry because of the color of his skin.

He remembers a time when he was not allowed to sit at the counter in restaurants.

This hatred could have overtaken him, but Ralph focused his energies towards raising his family.

He saw his son face similar racism as someone shot out the windows of their car and with each injustice, saw his son stand tall in his Indian pride.

In 1995 White Eagle passed away while trying to save a winged friend caught in a power line. The short story “Spirit Journey” celebrates Ralph’s life as told by his father.

In his son’s belongings Ralph found journals outlining a life he was unaware existed. They learned that their son had been visiting local schools to teach the children of the 7th Generation about his culture.

He wrote that by respecting his individual heritage and learning about the traditions of others, he would gain a greater appreciation for all and begin to mend the Sacred Hoop.

As Native Americans, the 7th Generation represents a significant turning point. Ralph explains that today’s children live in a brave new world, answering questions their fathers could not imagine; making choices they could not understand.

The struggles they face in turn create new struggles for their parents who feel ill equipped to prepare their children for what lies ahead. This applies to families everywhere, of every creed and nationality.

The 7th Generation’s significance and worldwide impact are the reasons to mend the Sacred Hoop.

The ever-expanding network of family, community, country and the world is joined together to form the Sacred Hoop. But the ties that bind us fray with each intolerant act, tarnishing the spirit of connectivity each race shares.

White Eagle dreamt of a gathering not only to repair these bonds, but also to strengthen them.

In 2000, Ralph and Carol organized the first Multicultural Pow Wow at Jester Park. As the event grew to more than 12,000 spectators, the 501c organization had to relocate to larger camping facilities at Hawkeye Antique Acres near Waukee.

This three-day event is fun and family oriented uniting costumes, pageantry, music, dance, performance art, and sports with the spirit of community.

Pow wow participants will witness first hand the spiritual power of the Grand Entry and Native American dances performed daily.

Additional cultural displays will take place throughout the weekend by Los Ninos del Tepayac- featuring Mexican Folklore Dancing, Aloha Wind, Mirage Dance, HAPA Filipino Dance, Salsa Des Moines, music by Our Heritage Family Band, Malaika and her Mystic Angels, and the Japan America Society of Iowa featuring Taiko Drum and more!

See the full schedule of events online.

On Sunday a giveaway will take place at approximately 3:00 p.m. This is an important Native American tradition that honors those who have joined together during the pow wow.

Ralph insists, “We would be honored to have everyone that attends the White Eagle pow wow also attend the giveaway Sunday afternoon.”

Committee volunteer Scott Burke of Prairie Wind Arts in Adel has volunteered each year and looks forward to sharing the event with first-time attendants.

Scott recommends camping for the weekend to experience the full magnitude of the event. “You just have to go. It’s like nothing you’ve seen before. You just have to experience it for yourself!”

Ralph “White Eagle” Moisa III continues to teach us that only by example can we instill in our children the tolerance and acceptance they need to make the best choices for all.

The White Eagle Multicultural Pow Wow hopes to bring together families and friends from around the world to celebrate our differences and find laughter in our misconceptions.

Volunteers are still needed. To learn how you can become part of this one in a million event, please contact ntglaser2343@msn.com.

White Eagle Multicultural Pow Wow
August 24, 25 and 26th, 2012
Hawkeye Antique Acres off I-80 Exit 117 near Waukee
Parking: $5 per day or $10 weekend
Camping: $5 per tent, per day or $15 per trailer/ electric site per day
Website: www.whiteeaglepow-wow.org

ADM Alumni Association Old High School Virtual Tour Added

Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association

One of the most requested additions to the ADM Alumni site has been photos of the High School.

During the Sweetcorn Festival this last weekend they held a Tour of the Old High School and have added 14 photos to the their site on the “Hallowed Halls” page.

The Alumni Association will be adding photos of the DeSoto and Minburn buildings when possible.

See the full article and take a virtual tour at the ADM Alumni Association site.

ADM Alumni Association
P.O. Box 122
Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: www.admalumni.com

Historic Adel Pool to Close August 17th

On Friday, August 17th, 2012 the historic Adel Pool, located next to Kinnick-Feller Park on 9th St. will close it’s doors on a glorious history.

Built in 1935 by the WPA, (Works Progress Administration) as a community betterment project, it served Adel and the neighboring communities for 72 years. Surviving the Depression, flooding, drought, swimming lessons, and 72 years of children having fun.

But the children of Adel won’t be without a pool, the ground has already been broken on a new Aquatic Center located at the corner of Meadow Road and South 15th Street.

If you’d like a chance to take one last dip in the old pool, this is it.

There will be a final day for the public to partake in the Pool on the 18th as the city holds it’s Annual Doggy Daze of Summer event.

Adel Parks & Rec. Department
Email: nschenck@adeliowa.org
Phone: (515)993-4525

So Dallas Co Head Start

1808 Grove Street
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-1190

Kid’s Korner Two

1808 Grove Street
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-1190

Faith’s Flock Preschool

602 S 14th St
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3848
Email: Faithsflock@faithadel.com
Website: adelpreschool.com

Iowa Door

1203 Main St.
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3644
Email: jamie@iowadoor.com
Website: www.iowadoor.com

Iowa Door specializes in sales or service for residential or commercial overhead garage doors and openers. Contact us today for a free estimate!

New Construction for Adel Family Dentistry, P.C.

As you drive west on Greene Street you’ve probably noticed the new construction taking place.

Adel Family Dentistry, P.C. is building a new dental office next to their current location to better serve their patients. The new office will open later this year.

You can follow the progress online at the Adel Family Dentistry site, or on their Facebook page.

In addition to the new site they’ve expanded their hours to better serve their patients schedules.

New Hours:
Appointments are  available from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., four days each week.

• Open from Monday-Thursday one week, and Tuesday-Friday the alternating week, except during holiday weeks.
• Every other Monday 7 a.m to 5 p.m.
• Tues-Thursday 7 a.m to 5 p.m.
• Every other Friday 7 a.m to 5 p.m.

Adel Family Dentistry, P.C.
Dr. Kelly Sedars, D.D.S.
1202 Greene St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3701
Email: afdentistry1004@qwestoffice.net
Website: www.adelfamilydentistry.com