UMC Evening of Love Songs Past (with Photos)

Courtesy of Adel United Methodist Church

As the 25th Anniversary of Evening of Love Songs approaches, the good folks at the Adel United Methodist Church (UMC) have shared a few photos of years past. (photos below)

Join them as they present the 25th Anniversary Evening of Love Songs on Saturday, April 25th and Sunday, April 26th. Saturday Cavatelli dinner seatings are at 5:30 and 6:45 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m. with desserts to follow. Make your Reservations now by calling 993-3791.

 Photos of  Previous “Evening of Love Songs”

We look forward to seeing you there!

There will be a free will offering to help support their church mission trip to Cherokee Nation, June 2015.

Adel United Methodist Church
115 South Tenth Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3791
Website: www.c-we.com/adelumc

Adel Barbershop Moves to the Courthouse Square

The Town & Country Barbershop has moved to west side of Courthouse Square to the front of the Adel American Legion Hall.

The move is a Win-Win for all involved.

Located for years at the corner of Main and 9th St., the current building is for sale and owner, Jenny Orr Phipps, wanted to keep the barbershop downtown.

And she needed a spot that would welcome her  four legged associate Lars, who is as much a part of the shop as Jenny and fellow barber, Leonard Warford.

The American Legion Hall, post 464, at 119 N. 9th St. had a front office location that had been vacant for a couple of years. They also wanted to keep the barber shop downtown and they welcomed Lars as one of the family.

So, an agreement was struck and the Legion members themselves worked for months to remodel the empty office.

From gutting the office and rebuilding it to mounting the iconic barber shop pole on the outside of the building.

The old shop closed Saturday afternoon on March 28th and crews worked Sunday and Monday to transfer the equipment to the new larger location.

Their first official day in the new location is Tuesday, March 31st. The shop will host an official Open house in June.

Jenny would like to thank the the great folks at post 464 and welcome everyone to the new location, “It’s the same great team in a new location with a great view of the courthouse and downtown Adel.”

The remodel team. Back L-R: Jim Loynachan, Leonard Warford, Kent McAdon, Phil Andeberg, Darrell Weems, Tom Waltz  Front L-R: Lars, Jennifer Orr Phipps, Terry Eickelberg, Jerry Bond, Not shown – Jim Stalter

Click on the photos below to view the work done by the members of Adel American Legion, Post 464.

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Hours: Tuesday – Saturday

Town & Country Barbershop
119 N. 9th St. Ste A
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 238-0097
Facebook: facebook.com/pages/Town-Country-Barbershop/153124344701100

First Adel Chamber Annual Dinner a Huge Success!

Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:

Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce hosted the first ever Chamber Annual Dinner and Awards Night on Tuesday, March 24.

The event was held at Park Place in Adel and over 125 people attended.

The members of the planning committee worked hard to plan a memorable evening that both celebrated the Chamber’s recent successes and offered an opportunity for new and prospective members to get acquainted with the Chamber and our members.

Many thanks to Rob Burditt with Brick Street Financial, Peg Chapman with Eric Schepers State Farm, Tammy Howe with Adel & Winterset TV & Appliance, and Dan Juffer with Horizon Printing. The event sponsors donated generously to help cover the costs of the event.

This year’s sponsors were Eric Schepers State Farm Insurance, Lincoln Savings Bank, Peoples Trust & Savings Bank, Raccoon Valley Bank, River Valley Insurance, and Russell Abstract & Title. Several businesses donated their time, services, and products for the event, including Fareway, Harvey Floral Company, Horizon Printing, Iowa Beverage Systems, and Raccoon Valley Radio.

These local partners made it possible for the Chamber to make the first Annual Dinner a wonderful experience and something to look forward for next year. One of the highlights of the evening was speaker Chuck Offenburger. Chuck spoke about his experiences writing about small towns throughout Iowa over the past 50 years and encouraged the Adel business community to work together toward continued success.

The evening concluded with the Annual Chamber Awards. Adel is a growing and thriving community in large part because of our great local businesses and strong base of volunteers. The awards provide an opportunity to honor a few of those businesses and individuals. Rich Hughes was named the 2014 Volunteer of the Year for his years of organizing the corn tent during the Sweet Corn Festival. Rich loyally helps out behind the scenes and is well-deserving of this award.

The Business Improvement Award was given to Adel Family Dentistry for their investment in the Adel community and continued growth.  

Adel & Winterset TV & Appliance was named the 2014 Business of the Year in recognition of their substantial history of success and positive impact on the community. As one of Adel’s oldest businesses, they continually go above and beyond to meet the needs of their customers. Since opening in 1960, the business has continually grown and expanded over the past 55 years. The Chapman family is well-known in Adel for their contributions to the community.

Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 73, 301 S. 10th Street, 2nd Floor
Adel, IA 50003 Email: chamber@AdelPartners.Org
Website: www.adelpartners.org
Facebook: AdelPartnersChamberOfCommerce

Small Potatoes Farm – Job Opportunity

Spring is fast approaching and Small Potatoes Farm in Minburn is ready to begin its 11th year as a certified organic vegetable operation.

Small Potatoes Farm hires a full-time seasonal employee each season.

If you are looking to work on a small direct-market vegetable farm, perhaps this would be a good opportunity for you.

Our farm is about ten acres, with three in cultivated production at any one time.

Small Potatoes main focus is Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), selling fresh produce to individuals and households directly as possible.

More information about Small Potatoes can be found at http://www.smallpotatoesfarm.com. We can also be reached by telephone at 515.677.2438.

Whether you are considering starting your own farm in the future, or just desire to work within the local food system, let us know if we can be of any assistance.

Rick and Stacy Hartmann,

Small Potatoes Farm
24629 180th St.; Minburn, Iowa 50167
Phone: 515-677-2438;
Email: info@smallpotatoesfarm.com
Webmail: www.smallpotatoesfarm.com

Adel Petty Officer Brenda Peshel Spotlighted on Navy Website

Courtesy of Navy Outreach:

Adel resident and business owner, Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Brenda Peshel has been spotlighted on the Navy Outreach website by Ensign Marissa A. Cruz.

Excerpt: ” In addition to her civilian career as a business owner, Brenda Peshel is committed to serving our nation as a member of the U.S. Navy Reserve.

In addition to her civilian career as a business owner, Brenda Peshel is committed to serving our nation as a member of the U.S. Navy Reserve.

In addition to her civilian career as a business owner, Brenda Peshel is committed to serving our nation as a member of the U.S. Navy Reserve.

Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Brenda Peshel is assigned to Navy Operational Support Center Des Moines. She is a 1989 graduate of Millersport High School and currently studies at Des Moines Area Community College.

When not completing Navy duties, attending classes or running her business, Peshel is active in her community as a member of the American Legion.

“I take all the experiences and training that I get in the Navy to help me run my business and volunteer in my community,” explained Peshel. 

Peshel’s civilian career has greatly benefited her service in the Navy Reserve. Peshel’s extensive auditing and bookkeeping experience in civilian life has supported her Navy responsibilities on several occasions.

Peshel’s 20 years of accounting and business experience in her civilian career adds to her ability to support her unit in tracking members’ activities. Similarly, her Navy Reserve experience and expertise in logistics have been vital assets to her career as a business owner.

Peshel’s unit is SURGEMAIN, Naval Sea Systems Command’s Reserve Component Navy shipyards workforce. In her role as a logistics specialist, she travels to Navy shipyards to work hand-in-hand with active duty Navy personnel and civilian counterparts to provide technical expertise and additional manpower in the surge of maintenance capability of the Navy Reserve.

Beyond the professional benefits of her service, there are special personal benefits she gains from her time in uniform as well.

“In the Navy Reserve, I have had the privilege and pleasure to meet and work with a lot of amazing people,” shared Peshel.

Peshel had an 18-year break in service following her active duty time. During this period, she and her husband raised a family. However, once their three sons were grown, Peshel felt a desire to serve once again.

“I felt I had more to contribute to my country, and the Navy Reserve has allowed me to fulfill my desire to make a difference and help others,” said Peshel. “The Navy Reserve has allowed me to serve our great country and still be close to my family and run my business.”

Read full article here.

Captain’s Quarters
807 Main Street
Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4417
Facebook: pages/Captains-Quarters/info

4-H’s Positive Development Featured in International Press

Courtesy of the Dallas Co Extension Office

Children and youth learn best when they learn through experience. This positive youth development is the essence of 4-H and is featured in the international research journal Reclaiming Children and Youth.

Iowa State University Vice President for Extension and Outreach Cathann Kress served as guest editor of the fall 2014 issue, which focuses on young people as resources to be developed, rather than risks that must be managed. It’s available online and in print from Reclaiming Youth International.

This issue of the journal also commemorates the 100th anniversary of the federal Smith-Lever Act, which formally established Cooperative Extension in land-grant universities in the United States. 4-H Youth Development is the part of this transformational education system that reaches the nation’s youngest citizens in their communities.

“When children and youth can learn by doing, they will lead by example. They will become the early adopters who will change their communities as a result of their access to education,” Kress said.

“Early pioneers in 4-H at Iowa State University and other land-grant universities across the country created this model, and it is the reason that people all across the world are interested in 4-H programs. It’s not because of clubs in which youth come together and keep busy; rather, it’s about building for the future with a vision of access to better education, better lives and empowering youth,” Kress said.

Full article here

Dallas County ISU Extension Office
28059 Fairground Road
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/dallas

Author Christopher Bollyn at Library Feb. 17th

Published: February 2015

“Solving 9-11” will be presented by investigative reporter Christopher Bollyn.

The presentation will be at the Adel Public Library, February 17th, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Mr. Bollyn will speak a short time, answer questions and sign his books.

More details and future events are available at bollyn.com, where you can read, Chapters 15 and 16 online of his e-book, “SOLVING 9-11”.

Event Location:
Adel Public Library
303 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3512
website: www.Adel Public Library

Terry Traveller – This Day in History “Groundhog Day”

Terry is back with another interesting take on a Holiday. Now I’ve given up on verifying Terry’s “facts”, but I always enjoy the unique perspective. – Editor

Dear fellow traveler ~

February is home to my 7th favorite holiday, Groundhog’s Day, and is amongst the best of my handwritten and Xeroxed manuscript, “The Lost Tales of American Tradition”.

As many of you will find in my book, I presuppose t’was the mayor in 1887 who devised the festival as a promotional gimmick to increase tourism to make Punxsutawney, Philadelphia as popular as Aspen, Colorado and soon became the best promotional gimmick since uniform bread pans.

So the story goes, it was late one night when the mayor heard a scratching at the door. Thinking he had forgotten the pet cat on the porch, the ole mayor opened the backdoor and scooped up what he believed to be his notoriously large and significantly furry cat.

T’was not indeed.

In that instance the groundhog froze. The mayor froze. Their eyes met and both gave a frightful screech!

Dropping the groundhog to the floor, it ran out of the house leaving behind a very bewildered public official. And thus the phrase “keep the porch light on” was born.

The nature behind the reasoning of a groundhog and its shadow as a verified meteorological devise has been lost to the sands in the hourglass and the constructs of the “interweb”.

The tradition is simple- roust a Groundhog from its home and see its shadow it does, we have 6 more weeks of winter upon us.

If he doesn’t, we still have 6 weeks left of winter according to the calendar but the weather could be a balmy 48 degrees!

In Iowa, that’s cause enough for my Birkenstocks, black socks, and short shorts.

So this February 2nd, as you listen to traditional Groundhog’s Day Polka music, watch the beloved movie again and again, and sip on some mulled wine in the hot tub, remember fondly the reason for the celebration, and give your cat a hug.

Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts

Author Hannah Trebec at Adel Public Library Feb. 7th

Author Hannah Trebec

Courtesy of Adel Public Library:
Published: January 2015

The Adel Public Library wants to spread a very special story of hope this month as we welcome speaker and author Hannah Trebec.

Hannah will share the unbelievable story of her life, growing up on the East German side of the Berlin Wall.

After the wall was torn down in 1989, she took away a very hopeful story and a piece of the Berlin Wall with her as well. Hannah then moved to Iowa in 1995.

She will share her experiences, sign books, and discuss her book, Double Cover Up. We are honored that she is coming to share her brave story with us on Saturday, February 7th at 11:00 am.

Library hours are:
Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Adel Public Library
303 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 515-993-3512
website: www.Adel Public Library

Waukee Resident’s Artwork Featured in National Calendar

Courtesy of Watermark Communities/VillageLegacyPointe:

Bev Hagelberg’s painting, “Ken’s Home Place” was selected among hundreds of submissions coast to coast to be part of the national Expressions Calendar.

Her artwork is featured in the month of December 2015. The painting captures the home in Iowa where her husband, Ken, was raised.

Hagelberg began painting in 1990 and enjoys using water color and acrylics in her artwork. Hagelberg is a resident at The Village at Legacy Pointe in Waukee, a retirement community managed by Watermark Retirement Communities, the company that produces the annual Expressions calendar.

“We’re ecstatic about the recognition of Mrs. Hagelberg’s extraordinary work in the 2015 Expressions Calendar,” said Tammy Olson, Executive Director at The Village at Legacy Pointe. “It’s a well-deserved honor for this truly gifted individual.”

For more information or to pick up one of the free calendars while supplies last, contact The Village at Legacy Pointe at 515-987-4100. 

Media Contacts:
Amy Barth, Executive Director
The Village at Legacy Pointe
515-987-4100

Katelin Schwarck
Hanser & Associates (for Watermark Retirement Communities)
Office 515-224-1086 / Direct 515-421-4136

About The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community of Waukee
Located at 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community of Waukee serves up to 186 residents, with levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Rehabilitation/Skilled Nursing. Watermark Retirement Communities Inc., one of America’s leading operators of senior living communities, owns and manages The Village at Legacy Pointe. Amy Barth is the Executive Director of the community. For more information, visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe or call 515-987-4100.

About Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. 
Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. is the nation’s 16th largest senior housing operator. Watermark’s commitment to creating extraordinary communities where people thrive dates back 30 years to when it opened its first retirement community in 1987. Watermark manages

Are You on the “Worst Passwords” List of 2014?

Courtesy of PRWeb:

SplashData has announced its annual list of the 25 most common passwords found on the Internet – thus making them the “Worst Passwords” that will expose anybody to being hacked or having their identities stolen.

The list is compiled from more than 3.3 million leaked passwords during the year. (List below)

Presenting SplashData’s “Worst Passwords of 2014”:

01 123456 (Unchanged from 2013)
02 password (Unchanged)
03 12345 (Up 17)
04 12345678 (Down 1)
05 qwerty (Down 1)
06 1234567890 (Unchanged)
07 1234 (Up 9)
08 baseball (New)
09 dragon (New)
10 football (New)
11 1234567 (Down 4)
12 monkey (Up 5)
13 letmein (Up 1)
14 abc123 (Down 9)
15 111111 (Down 8)
16 mustang (New)
17 access (New)
18 shadow (Unchanged)
19 master (New)
20 michael (New)
21 superman (New)
22 696969 (New)
23 123123 (Down 12)
24 batman (New)
25 trustno1 (Down 1)

SplashData offers three simple tips to be safer from hackers online:

1.  Use passwords of eight characters or more with mixed types of characters.

2. Avoid using the same username/password combination for multiple websites.

3. Use a password manager to organize and protect passwords, generate random passwords, and automatically log into websites.

Much more information in full article

City of Adel Debuts New Brand

Courtesy of City of Adel:

The City of Adel is pleased to debut its new brand, which features a new logo, tagline, and narrative.

The Branding Committee worked with Webspec Design to develop the City’s new brand.

The new Adel brand and its narrative tell the story of who we are, what we stand for as a community, and where we intend to go in the future.

For more information on the City’s new brand, please visit Adel City Hall (or the City’s website) to pick up a copy of the Adel Brand Narrative.

“Thrive With Us” is our tagline because it represents a feel-ing of inclusiveness, growth, and excitement, all of which encompass how we feel as a community about Adel.

Our new logo represents a nod to the City’s historic brick streets while pointing upward and forward, which alludes to our future goals and growth as a community.

City of Adel
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Fax: (515) 993-4527
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Facebook: facebook.com/CityofAdelIowa

Larry O. Lane Obituary – Service Jan. 2nd (Updated)

Courtesy of McCalley Funeral Homes:

Retired Army Sergeant Major Larry O’Dell Lane went to be with our Lord on December 23, 2014.

His death was natural but unexpected and he will be missed by all who knew him. He was born on November 2, 1948 to Clinton O’Dell Lane and Margaret Marie Myler-Lane (both deceased).

Larry is survived by his wife of 45 years, Goldie Lane; his sons, Christopher O’Dell, Patrick Brian, Matthew Corey, Andrew Casey; his grandson Dylan O’Dell; and his sisters, Ann Smith, Sandra Lane, Diane Lane and Louise Lane-Haury.

Memorial services will be held 11:00am on Friday, January 2, 2015 at McCalley Funeral Home in Adel, Iowa. Burial with full military honors will immediately follow at Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Van Meter. Family will greet friends from 9:00-11:00am prior to services on Friday.

Larry joined the Army during the Vietnam conflict on April 24, 1967. After serving two tours in Vietnam, Larry volunteered for, but was declined, a third tour when he was informed by the Army that “No, you have done your duty”. Thereafter Larry returned to the States and on December 6, 1969 married his long-time sweetheart, Goldie Stafford.

Being an honorable man of intense patriotism, Larry had decided to make a life career in service to his country. He retired in 1994 after serving 27 years. His assignments took him (and his family) to several states and overseas. He accumulated numerous medals and accolades (Larry never bragged on himself, but these were found in his footlocker and it is possible we missed a few): Air Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Army Achievement Medal (two times), Army Commendation Medal (seven times), Army Service Ribbon, Bronze Star Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert Marksmanship Badge Rifle/M-16, Good Conduct Medal (eight times), Humanitarian Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal (two times), National Defense Service Medal (two times), NCO Professional Development Ribbon (four times), Overseas Service Bar (three times), Overseas Service Ribbon (two times), Presidential Unit Citation (Army), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Unit Citation, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross (with Palm), Service Stars (six times) and the Vietnam Service Medal.

In 1981, his military service extended to being a Military Technical Advisor and Extra on the movie, “Stripes”, with Bill Murray (a story in itself). In the screen version, he was in several scenes – a personal favorite was when he was calling cadence for the troops marching across the screen.

He received a certificate from the Army, thanking him for keeping the “true” military scenes authentic.

Larry was much loved in the community and active in local events. You would see him driving his dune buggy in the Corn Festival parade and displaying his custom VW’s at car shows. For years, he was a participant in RAGBRAI, riding across the state of Iowa for seven days on a bicycle.

He was admired and respected beyond what his family even knew and we thank his Army friends for creating the “Larry O Lane Memorial Page” on Facebook (some of the stories made us laugh as we visualized Larry saying/doing what was mentioned).

The page creator said, “His leadership and guidance inspired us all. He set the standard and was the NCO that we all strived to be. If the Army were to create a recruiting poster of a model paratrooper and leader, Larry Lane would be the natural choice. Thank you for your service to our great country and your contribution to shaping our lives. Rest in Peace.”

Condolences for the family can be left on the McCalley website.

[Updated] – 12.30.2014

There will be a Remembrance Celebration with lunch at the Raccoon Valley Community House in Adel, Iowa (11th & Main) following the ceremony at the cemetery. This info was not in the obituary at www.mccalleyfuneralhome.com.

Mc Calley Funeral Homes
735 S. 14th St,
Adel, IA. 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4240
Website: www.mccalleyfuneralhome.com

Emma Skahill Represents Dallas County 4-H in Georgia

Courtesy of the Dallas Co Extension Office

Dallas County’s Emma Skahill of Earlham, is one of 21 Iowa 4-H’ers who were selected to represent Iowa as a delegate at the 2014 National 4-H Congress on November 28- December 2 in Atlanta, Ga.

National 4-H Congress recognizes the delegates’ outstanding leadership and community work and is an opportunity for leaders in 4-H to meet and learn from each other.

The event included keynote speakers, tours of Atlanta, service work around the city, workshops and an international banquet and formal gala.

“This is one of the highest recognition opportunities for senior 4-H’ers in Iowa,” said Cayla Taylor, campus 4-H youth program coordinator with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. “These youth were selected because they have demonstrated exceptional skills in leadership, citizenship and overall achievement.”

Skahill is a nine year 4-H member who has been involved in the citizenship, leadership, food and nutrition, photography and home improvement project areas. She has served on the recreation and calendar/planning committees and as secretary and president of her 4-H club and has participated in state 4-H council and Iowa 4-H Youth Conference.

“4-H has made me into the person I am today,” said Skahill. “It has taught me skills that I use in my everyday life and will continue using in my future.”

For more information on the National 4-H Congress or how to join 4-H in Dallas County, contact County Youth Coordinator, Aleta Cochran, at (515) 993-4281 or aleta@iastate.edu.

Dallas County ISU Extension Office
28059 Fairground Road
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/dallas

The Adel Downtown Facade Project Has Begun!

Courtesy of City of Adel:

As you visit downtown Adel this fall, you will notice that construction has begun on the Adel downtown Facade Improvement Project.

Sixteen buildings around the Court-house Square and along Main Street are participating in the project, which will restore and rehabilitate storefronts throughout the historic downtown.

Construction has begun and will continue through the winter and next spring. All businesses will be open during construction and we encourage you to support them during the construction process.

Questions may be directed to the office of the City Administrator, City Hall, 301 South 10th Street, Adel, IA 50003 – ATTN: Anthony Brown.

City of Adel
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Fax: (515) 993-4527
Website: www.adeliowa.org

Associates of The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community Earn Recognition in Memory Care

Courtesy of Watermark  Communities/VillageLegacyPointe:

Associates of The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community Earn Recognition in Memory Care.

There are more than 44 million people living with some form of memory loss or dementia across the world.

As November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, associates at The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community are prepared to help on the local level.

Eight caregivers have recently been awarded Certified Dementia Practitioners (CDP) status by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners, an organization formed in 2001 to promote standards of excellence in dementia and Alzheimer’s education. The CDP-certified associates include:

• Lacy Christianson, Certified Nursing Assistant, resident of Waukee
• Tina Webb, Certified Nursing Assistant, resident of Des Moines
• Allie Parker, Community Life Associate, resident of Des Moines
• Gerri Fairfax, Certified Nursing Assistant, resident of Des Moines
• Tina Rundlett, Certified Nursing Assistant, resident of Des Moines
• Konnie Ellis, Universal Aide, resident of Des Moines
• Judi Detmering, Program Director, resident of Madrid, IA
• Brittany Hamilton, Universal Aide, resident of Des Moines

To achieve their certification, the practitioners attended a comprehensive educational seminar by a Certified Dementia Alzheimer’s Instructor, and also completed a rigorous application and evaluation process.

“These associates play a big role in offering skilled, sensitive care to our residents and their families,” said Tammy Olson, Executive Director of The Village at Legacy Pointe. “Our CDPs also provide support and compassion to those with memory loss, which helps make the transition into a senior living community easier for everyone.” CDP training requires ongoing renewals through health-related courses every two years.

The Village at Legacy Pointe now has a total of 19 CDP associates. For more information on The Village at Legacy Pointe, call 515-987-4100 or visit villagelegacypointe.watermarkcommunities.com.

Media Contacts:
Amy Barth, Executive Director
The Village at Legacy Pointe
515-987-4100

Katelin Schwarck
Hanser & Associates (for Watermark Retirement Communities)
Office 515-224-1086 / Direct 515-421-4136

About The Village at Legacy Pointe Retirement Community of Waukee
Located at 1650 SE Holiday Crest Circle, The Village at Legacy Pointe retirement community of Waukee serves up to 186 residents, with levels of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Rehabilitation/Skilled Nursing. Watermark Retirement Communities Inc., one of America’s leading operators of senior living communities, owns and manages The Village at Legacy Pointe. Amy Barth is the Executive Director of the community. For more information, visit www.watermarkcommunities.com/VillageLegacyPointe or call 515-987-4100.

About Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. 
Watermark Retirement Communities Inc. is the nation’s 16th largest senior housing operator. Watermark’s commitment to creating extraordinary communities where people thrive dates back 30 years to when it opened its first retirement community in 1987. Watermark manages

Veteran’s Day Guest Speaker Colonel. (Ret.) Ted Severn

Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association:

On Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Colonel (Ret.) Ted Severn will be guest speaker at a Veteran’s Day event open to the public at no charge with seating limited to 120.

The event will be held at the ADM High School, 801 Nile Kinnick Dr. S., in Adel.

It will start at 8:30 am with a flag-raising ceremony followed by Col. Severn’s presentation from 9am – 10am in the high school auditorium, and a reception will follow at 10am in the ADM school board room.

Public parking will be available in the east parking lot – follow the signs – as you enter the ADM campus from the west off of Highway 169.

In 1970 then Captain Severn was commander of Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam.

He was Private John McClurg’s commanding officer. Private McClurg (Adel High School Class of ‘69) was the last ADM alumnus to be killed in action (KIA).

Captain Severn was wounded in action (WIA) in June of 1970 and Private McClurg was KIA two months later on August 17, 1970. John was 19 years, 3 months and 17 days old.

Col. Severn will discuss his military career and experiences in Vietnam and what it was like to serve with a rifle company in a combat zone. The ADM Alumni Association worked with the ADM Middle School Veteran’s Day Committee to arrange for and sponsor Col. Severn’s visit.

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

Adel’s South Water Tower Has a New Look!

Courtesy of City of Adel:

Adel Public Meeting on County Buildings Relocation Oct. 28th

Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce:

Dallas County officials have scheduled a series of public information meetings to share information about two November 4th ballot propositions.

The final meeting will be held in Adel on Tuesday, October 28 at the ADM High School Board Room (801 Nile Kinnick Dr S) at 7:00 pm.

Proposition A asks if the County shall issue General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $16.3 million for a new Sheriff’s Office-Law Enforcement Center. Current plans call for a 62,000 square foot facility to include the Sherrif’s Administration Function (Civil and Patrol), Jail, Jail Support, First Hearing Room, and Emergency Management Center.

Proposition B asks if the County shall issue General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $11.8 million for a new County Administration Facility. The proposed building would be 51,050 square feet and would house the following offices: Treasurer, Auditor, Recorder, Assessor, Veterans Affairs, Operations, Human Services, and IT GIS.

The public information meeting will provide an opportunity to learn more about the ballot propositions and ask questions.

Adel Partners Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 73, 301 S.
10th Street, 2nd Floor
Adel, IA 50003
Email: chamber@AdelPartners.Org
Website: www.adelpartners.org
Facebook: AdelPartnersChamberOfCommerce