2023 Adel Citizen of the Year – Carole Schlapkohl  

The 2023 Adel Citizen of the Year was announced April 25 at the Country Lane Lodge, during the Annual Celebrate Adel Dinner.

For many years, Carole Schlapkohl has been a steadfast presence in the community, always ready to lend a helping hand wherever it is needed.

She came to Adel in 1979 and began her career as a teacher and coach. She went on to become the curriculum director and administrator for ADM and taught in the district for 33 years. 

Over the years you could find Carole behind the table at volleyball games, track, and cross country meets working the scoreboard and taking tickets.  Carole also has volunteered at regional and state golf tournaments.  To this day, Carole takes many children out to the golf course to teach and coach young children to love the sport.

Carole has a servant heart and is always looking for opportunities to help in our community. She is a Board member for the ADM Scholarship Foundation.  She works tirelessly to track donations, send thank yous, and read the applications each year to ensure that that our senior students are treated with equality and respect. 

She volunteered for the ALS Foundation and has raised money to support research to find a cure.  She could be found mowing yards, picking up leaves, washing windows, and planting flowers for those patients and families affected by ALS.  This is a cause that Carole holds especially near to her heart.  Currently, Carole collects Cans for Cancer and delivers the cans to Washington, Iowa.  She is active member of the Backpack Group through the Good Samaritan Food Pantry.  Each week this group meets to pack Backpack meals for K-12 students who are food insecure on the weekends.  She helps to pack these meals and deliver them to the schools. 

Carole has volunteered numerous hours at AHeinz 57 Pet Rescue as a driver to transport animals, fostering and going to retrieve animals.  She is actively involved in Purpose Bound.  This is an organization that brings local companies and citizens together to support local charities.  Through this organization, charities such as: ADM Meadowview Book Vending Machine, No Foot Too Small, Single Parent Provision, Blue Kindness, Iowa Service Dogs, LD Strong, Average Everyday Miracles and many more have received thousands of dollars. 

Over the years Carole has served as a Church Council Member at Grace Lutheran Church, in Adel.  In addition to providing this leadership for her church, she also volunteers at the Garden of Grace and running the sound system during worship.

Carole has made a profound difference in our community and in the lives of others.

Photo courtesy of Adel Partners L-R: Robert Cramer. Carole Schlapkohl, and Cory Johnson.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

Join 4-H

Embark on an exhilarating journey with 4-H, a global program captivating the hearts of nearly 6 million young people! Youth can experience 4-H through school and community clubs, in-school and after-school programs, and 4-H camps.

4-H programming focuses on the following program project areas: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Communication and the Arts, Healthy Living, Leadership and Civic Engagement, and STEM. 4-H welcomes youth from various backgrounds and passions in grades K-12 – Clover Kids (grades K-3) and 4-H Clubs (grades 4-12).

Clover Kids is a fun 4-H program specifically designed for children in kindergarten through third grade. 

The overall purpose of the Iowa 4-H Clover Kids program is to foster the development of life skills that are essential for the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical maturation of kindergarten through third graders by providing a unique, age-appropriate educational opportunity.

4-H is a program designed for youth in fourth through twelfth grade.

4-H youth programs provide opportunities for youth to develop skills they can use throughout their life. Iowa 4-H builds upon a century of experience as it fosters positive youth development that is based on the needs and strengths of youth, their families, and communities.

Learn more about 4-H

County Youth Coordinator (4-H) Anne Schlieman, annek@iastate.edu

Doc’s Hunt Club All Bird Challenge – 2024 Champs

Courtesy of Doc’s Hunt Club

𝐅𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠:
1st Place: 73/94 David Murray and Bryce Murray
2nd Place: 72/94 Jeff Shannon and John Shannon
3rd Place: 65/94 Alex Wick and Joe Comes

Don’t forget to book your ultimate hunting adventure at Doc’s. 

• Five professionally maintained hunting fields
• Lively quail, chukar, and pheasants
• No bag limit
• An extended hunting season
• Sporting Clay’s to sharpen your skills
• A great place to entertain your corporate clients
• Space for Management Gatherings and Meetings
• Family Hunts
• Retreats
• Club House 
• Full-Service Lodge Updated 2017 
• Catered meals

Book Your Hunt Today!

 Stay updated on all Doc’s news, follow us at www.facebook.com/docshuntclub.

Doc’s Hunt Club
29475 Prospect Circle | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 1-800-993-3711
E-Mail: docshuntclub@aol.com
Website: www.docshuntclub.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/docshuntclub 

Passport Services Now at Dallas County Recorder’s Office

Passport Services Now Offered at Dallas County Recorder’s Office

Adel, IA –  As of Friday, March 1, 2024, the Dallas County Recorder’s Office will be taking appointments for the acceptance of passport applications.

As an added convenience, the ability to take passport photos is offered in the office as well.  

“We have seen a clear demand for another passport acceptance agency in Dallas County.” said Recorder ReNae Arnold.  “Our staff is excited to offer this additional service to our citizens.” 

The Dallas County Recorder’s Office is an official U.S. passport acceptance facility, approved by the U.S. Department of State.  Due to the Recorder’s office also being a vital records office, passports will need to be handled by appointment only to ensure we are staffed accordingly.  Please call 515-993-5804 to make an appointment. 

Courtesy of Dallas Couny Iowa

Doc’s Hunting Lodge Fire Update

Courtesy of Doc’s Hunt Club 02/27/2024

I hope this email finds you well.

Many of you have probably heard through the grapevine that our hunting lodge has experienced a fire and was destroyed.

Doc’s Lodge has long been a focal point for hunting enthusiasts from across the United States and other countries, providing a gathering place for various hunting groups to relax and share camaraderie at the end of a fun day in Doc’s fields. We empathize deeply with the sorrow brought by its destruction. 

Doc’s Hunt Club remains intact and fully operational. Despite the lodge being out of commission, the hunting grounds are unaffected and remain open for business as usual. Doc’s will have plenty of fantastic birds through the end of the season. You can still book hunts and utilize our other facilities, including our clubhouse.

We look forward to seeing everyone out here for the last month of the 2023-2024 season!

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We appreciate your understanding and continued support.

Best regards,

– Aaron Nelson

Doc’s Hunt Club
29475 Prospect Circle | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: 1-800-993-3711
E-Mail: docshuntclub@aol.com
Website: www.docshuntclub.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/docshuntclub 

Grand Opening of Azalea Lane Boutique Feb 10

Come out and help celebrate Azalea Lane Boutique’s new location!

They’ve moved one block over to 803 Main Street, south of the Court House.

The Grand Opening starts Saturday, February 10th at 10 am, and Ribbon Cutting at 10:15 am.

Locally owned, Voted #1 Boutique in Dallas County four years in a row!! They specialize in helping you look and feel your best. Moms, Daughters and Grandmothers love to shop here together!!

Azalea Lane Boutique
801 Main St. | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 210-1450
Website: AzaleaLaneBoutique.com
Facebook: AzaleaLaneBoutique

Fruit Tree Workshops Hands-on Apple Tree Grafting April 1

ISU Extension and Outreach provides tree grafting workshops for homeowners.

Ames, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering fruit tree grafting workshops on April 1 in Dallas County at the Dallas County Extension Office.

Participants will hear a presentation on why and how to graft fruit trees by commercial horticulture specialist, Patrick O’Malley and take part in hands-on apple tree grafting.

“As spring approaches, I am offering an apple tree grafting workshop to gardeners or fruit enthusiasts to demonstrate and practice a whip and tongue graft with apple rootstocks”, said Patrick O’Malley, commercial horticulture specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. “I will also provide information on how to care for newly grafted trees in your landscape.”

April 1, 2024 – Adel | 6 to 8 pm, Dallas County Extension Office. 28061 Fairground Rd.  Adel, IA 50003, United States

Registration:  https://go.iastate.edu/VMMPDI

Preregistration is required at least one week prior to the workshop. Limit of 25 people per workshop.

Registration fee includes rootstocks, scions and equipment needed to self-graft two apple trees to take home for $45 per person.

For more information or questions about the workshops contact Patrick O’Malley at omall@iastate.edu or 319-337-2145.

(Re)Introducing SonRise Baptist Church

Rapids Street Baptist Church recently changed its name to SonRise Baptist Church.

We chose our new name to place our focus on our purpose and our message rather than just our location.

Why Our New Name “SonRise?”

We chose our new name to reflect the true focus of our congregation – Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who died for the sins of the world and rose again.

SON: Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is our focus, and the focus of the Christian faith. Jesus, as the Son of God, is the second person of the trinity. He, as God, took on flesh and became a human being (we celebrate this coming as “Christmas”). The Bible makes it clear that Jesus did take on flesh to be the Lamb of God, becoming the sacrifice on the cross to pay for the sins of the world.

RISE: Jesus died to pay for the sins of the world. He was buried in a borrowed tomb. As He promised, three days later, He rose from the dead. His rising from the dead proved He was who He said He was (the Son of God, and the Savior promised in the Old Testament). His rising from the dead proved that He did what He said He would do – become the Savior from sin to all who believe in Him. His rising from the dead guarantees the resurrection of all people. His resurrection proves that His death did pay for our sins, and that those who believe in Him are saved from their sins.

SonRise: We combined these two words for a play on words. A sunrise is the beginning of a new day. The risen Jesus brings new life to anyone who believes in Him. The risen Jesus brings light (truth) to anyone who believes in Him.

Kevin Subra has served as our interim pastor since February of 2023. He and his wife Jane were part of this church family way back in the mid-1980s when Kevin was attending college. Jane’s connection goes back even further, as her father (Bill Wright) grew up in Adel, and her mother Joan Orr taught in Adel schools. Her grandfather, Doc Wright, was a dentist in Adel for around 50 years.

Kevin’s passion is teaching the Bible clearly and accurately. It is the desire and prayer of Kevin – who has pastored for over 30 years – to help strengthen SonRise in its ministry and focus in Adel and surrounding communities. Kevin is assisted by David Chambers (wife Pam), who recently moved to Adel from Ankeny.

We invite both the committed and the curious to visit us and serve with us. We currently meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM to sing and study in our auditorium. We have a treat and fellowship time (coffee, tea, snacks) and then meet for a more informal study time around 11 AM in our fellowship hall. You can find SonRise Baptist Church at 1601 Rapids Street in Adel.

Hours: Sundays, 9:30 am & 11 am

SonRise Baptist Church
1601 Rapids St  | Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-3914
Email: SavedSteward@gmail.com
Website: SonRise.family
Facebook: SonRiseBaptistAdel

Jean Barrett Obituary – Visitation Dec 20th

Jean Marie Barrett, 65, passed away with family by her side through it all on December 3, 2023, at UCSD Hospital in La Jolla, California.

She was born August 29, 1958, to John Melvin and Jean Moorman (Liggit) Dunleavy in Ames, Iowa.

Jean graduated from Ames High School and married her high school sweetheart, Michael Barrett in 1978. 5 years and 4 children later, they moved to Adel, Iowa which they called home for the last 38 years. Mike and Jean most recently celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary.

Jean dedicated her life to her husband, kids, grandkids, and countless friends she’s made over the last 65 years. When asked what she wanted to be when she grows up, her response was simply the best, “I want to be a mom.” Jean will be remembered for her love of all those near and dear to her. Jean showed unconditional love to all who needed it and freely gave it. She was a mom to all. Jean’s positive energy shined no matter what she was going through.

She was a lover of nature, gardening, and healthy living. Jean found beauty in each and every lesson that life threw her way because they made her grow and become a better person for it. She had a way with words; knowing just what to say because she spoke from her heart. Jean knew how to make you feel special. She loved cheering her kids and grandkids on with all of their activities. Close to her heart was her rescue dog, Maggie. Her snuggles will be deeply missed.

Left to cherish her memory: husband, Mike; children, Joel (Erica) Barrett of Pella, Nick (Rae Ann) Barrett of Ankeny, Lindsay (Ryan) Knight of Waukee and Suzanne (Nick) Talley of Adel; grandchildren Alison, Donovan, Ashley, Hailey, Carter, Barrett, Graham and Nora; siblings, John (Linda) Dunleavy, Linda (Ron) Christianson, and Mary Dunleavy. As well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Jean Moorman and John Melvin Dunleavy. Mother and father-in-law Bonnie Laura and John Marvin Barrett.

Visitation will be Wednesday, December 20, 2023, from 4 – 7 PM at Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home, 735 S 14th St., Adel, Iowa.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will be directed to AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and The La Jolla Family House.

Caldwell Parrish Funeral Home & Crematory
8201 Hickman Road |Urbandale, IA 50322
Phone: (515) 276-0551 | Fax: (515) 251-4830
Website:CaldwelParrish.com

Remembering Nile Kinnick’s Heisman Trophy Speech Dec 06

Today marks the 84th Anniversay of Nile Kinnck’s Heisman Trophy Speech. December 6th. 1939.

Remembering Nile Kinnick on the anniversary of his iconic Heisman speech – KCCI

“ADEL, Iowa — It was Dec. 6, 1939, when Adel native and Hawkeyes football star Nile Kinnick received the Heisman Trophy.

Kinnick delivered an acceptance speech that night at the Downtown Athletic Club in New York that has become part of Hawkeyes lore. The speech is now played over the loudspeaker before each home game at Kinnick Stadium.

“I thank God I was warring on the gridirons of the Midwest and not on the battlefields of Europe. I can speak confidently and positively that the players of this country would much more, much rather struggle and fight to win a Heisman award than a Croix de Guerre,” said Kinnick, who at that point said he planned to join the Naval Air Service after graduation.

Kinnick died less than four years later when, in June 1943, his plane experienced engine issues during a training flight and crashed off the coast of Venezuela. He was just 24.

Watch the video to learn more about Nile Kinnick and a documentary about him that was released last year.”

Full KCCI Article

ISU Protect Trees and Shrubs from Winter Damage

Trees and shrubs are susceptible to damage from animals, snow, and salt.

AMES, Iowa – As leaves and temperatures fall, trees and shrubs in the home landscape become increasingly at risk for damage from animals, snow load, salt, sunscald, and desiccation.

Fortunately, there is still time to protect trees and shrubs from winter damage.

Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, provides tips for preventing tree and shrub injury this winter in a guide from the Home and Horticulture Pest News website.

Animal Damage For many Iowans, damage from hungry wildlife during winter is a primary concern. The usual suspects, deer, and rabbits, tend to feed on trees and shrubs during periods of prolonged snow cover, when food is scarce. Rabbits often damage trees and shrubs by feeding on the inner bark of the plant, which disrupts the flow of food from the top of the tree to the roots. On the other hand, deer tend to strip foliage from the lower branches of evergreen trees such as arborvitae and pines.

According to Steil, the best way to prevent damage from occurring is to place a physical barrier around trunks or lower branches, preventing wildlife from accessing vulnerable plants.

To prevent deer damage, protective wrappings should be at least 6 feet tall. “Tubes, wraps, wire fencing, and wire cylinders can be placed seasonally around individual trees and shrubs to physically exclude and prevent deer from browsing,” writes Steil. “They are most effective on smaller, younger plants that are more susceptible to significant damage from deer feeding.”

To prevent rabbit damage, chicken wire or hardware cloth fencing at least 24 to 36 inches tall should be wrapped around the base of the plant. “To prevent rabbits from crawling underneath the fencing, pin the fencing to the soil with U-shaped anchor pins,” he adds.

Steil also notes that certain species of tree and shrub are more susceptible to rabbit and deer damage, and these species should be prioritized. A list of plants susceptible to rabbit damage is available from the Extension Home and Horticulture Pest News Website, as is a list of plants susceptible to deer damage. Visit the article How to Protect Trees and Shrubs from Animal Damage Over Winter for more information on managing and preventing winter damage due to wildlife.

Snow and Ice Injury As heavy, wet snow accumulates on branches, it can cause them to bend, buckle and snap. To remove snow, gently shake the tree or shrub or use a broom to sweep the snow off, being careful to sweep with an upward motion to prevent further stress on the branches. Small evergreens, such as arborvitae, can be wrapped with twine or rope in the fall to prevent snow from accumulating.

When it comes to ice damage, there is little that can be safely done. For smaller trees and shrubs, branches laden with ice can be gently propped up to ease stress. For larger trees, however; Steil notes that any attempt to remove ice will likely result in more harm than good.

“Don’t attempt to remove the ice by beating the branches with a broom or rake. This will only cause greater damage,” he says. “Individuals should stay away from large, ice-laden trees, as they can be severely injured or killed if a large tree or branch were to suddenly crash to the ground while underneath it.”

Deicing Salts While de-icing salts are important for preventing injury due to slips and falls, it is essential that they are applied only as needed, since these salts can cause damage to concrete and landscape plants. To avoid this damage, Steil suggests that homeowners wait until precipitation has ended, then remove as much snow and ice from concrete surfaces as possible before applying salt. Salt can also be mixed with abrasive materials, such as salt or kitty litter, at a ratio of one pound of salt to fifty pounds of abrasive material to decrease the risk of damage.

For more information on de-icing salts and the symptoms of salt damage in plants, visit the article Using Deicing Salts in the Home Landscape.

Sunscald and Desiccation Evergreens can lose a significant amount of water through their leaves during the winter due to strong winds and intense winter sun. Once the ground freezes, these plants can no longer take up water to replace what is lost through the leaves, leading to winter dieback. To prevent desiccation injury, susceptible plants should be thoroughly watered in the fall until the ground freezes. Screens or shields can also be constructed to deflect sun and wind during the winter.

According to Steil, intense winter sun can also result in sunscald, which is characterized by sunken, dried, or cracked areas of bark, typically on the southwest side of the tree. The warm sun causes areas of the bark to unfreeze, but as the sun sets and temperatures fall, the tissue refreezes and is killed. To prevent this damage, wrap trees with plastic guards or tree wrap in the fall, then remove the wrapping in spring.

The winter months can be a stressful time for trees and shrubs in the home landscape. However, through mindful management, the effects of this stress can be managed to ensure that landscape plants thrive year-round. For more information on preventing winter injury, visit the Home and Horticulture Pest News website or contact Steil at ajsteil@iastate.edu.

Dallas County ISU Extension Office
28059 Fairground Road | Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281 | Fax: (515) 993-1027023ffff
Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/dallas

Adel Historic Museum Hosts River to River Retro Road Trip

Annually, the River to River Retro Road Trip begins in Davenport and ends in Council Bluffs, following Historic US Route 6 across Iowa over four days.  

This year’s trip saw about 40 cars with drivers and some passengers make the trek September 14-17, 2023.

No Interstates, No Chain Restaurants, Just Mom & Pops and Two-Lane Blacktop is the plan. One of the stops this year was at Adel’s Historic Museum Saturday morning, touring the two-story building and the Clarke-Kinnick Addition.  

The Museum found it had a copy of a booklet of a previous River to River Retro Road Trip from 1910, surprising this year’s trip organizers Casey McCallister and Vince Wallerich.  

While the visitors enjoyed tours of the Museum, area residents could view the many antique cars parked on nearby streets.  

One car of note was not an antique but was specially decorated with the River to River logo displayed by Margaret Baumann from Rockford, Illinois, and her daughter.

Pictured, left to right, in front of the special River to River car are Margaret Baumann and Rex and Shelley Martin from Marion, Iowa.

Hostesses pictured, left to right, with River to River Retro Road Trip organizers were Cathy Jorgensen, Bev Carrico, Nadine Law, Vince Wallerich, Becky Dymond, and Casey McCallister.  Conducting tours but not pictured were Mary Ockerman and Karen Smith.

Adel Historical Museum and Kinnick Clarke addition
1129 Main Street | Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: Adel-Historical-Museum
Visiting Hours: May through September, Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm.
Open By Appointment Other Days:
Please call Beverly Carrico at (515) 238-8264

Uptown Vintage Market

109 Nile Kinnick Dr
Adel Iowa 50003
Phone: (314) 341-1015
Email: uptownvintagemarket23@gmail.com
Facebook: UptownVintageMarket

Summer Hours:
Tuesdays 4-7 pm
Fridays 11-3 pm
Saturdays 11-9 pm

ADM Tiger Pride Yard Signs & Driveway Paw Prints

Help the ADM Junior class students and parents raise money for a safe and fun ADM After Prom!

We will be selling ADM Tiqer Pride Yard Signs and painting RED & BLACK Paw Prints on driveways or sidewalks.

Tiger Paw Prints: $25
2 paws in your choice of both red, both black or one red and one black
• Each additional set at same address $20
• Touch-Up of existing paws $15 per set

ADM Tiger Pride Yard Signs: $25 each

Buy both and get a $10 discount! A yard sign AND a set of paw prints for $40!

Online Order Form:
Place your order by completing this Google doc order form : https://forms.gle/cfS5rTMHPiQBjmw37

Payment Options:
Check Payable to: ADM After Prom, mailto PO Box 171 Adel. IA 50003
Paypal & Venmo:

View Event Flyer

Questions? Email the After Prom Committee AfterPromADM@qmail.com

ADM After Prom Committee
Facebook: ADMAfterPromFundraising

ISU Ext. and Outreach in Dallas County – New Office Hours

Adel, Iowa – Effective July 21, 2023,

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County will have new office hours. 

Monday through Thursday the Dallas County Extension Office will be open from 8 am – 12:30 pm and 1 pm – 5 pm. 

Friday the office will be open by appointment only.

Contact staff or specialists to make an appointment or contact the office by phone at 515-993-4281 or by email at xdallas@iastate.edu. 

Saturday and Sunday the office is closed. 

Dallas County ISU Extension Office

28059 Fairground Rd. | Adel, IA 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/dallas

Groundwork Begins on New Dallas County Admin Building

Adel, IA 08/2023 “Turner Construction has started the groundwork for the construction of the new Dallas County Administration Building approved by the Dallas County Board of Supervisors earlier this year.

Located on the property of the former Chrysler Building and Sheriff’s Office in Adel, the new building will house ten county offices, allowing citizens a broad offering of services in one location.  

The 54,000 square foot two-story structure, designed by Farnsworth Group Architectural Firm, will be adorned in a brick and limestone façade maintaining the historic beauty of the Adel Square. 

The first floor will contain the Assessor, Treasurer Auto and Tax, and Recorder’s Office.  The second floor will accommodate the Board of Supervisors, GIS, Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance and Operations, Planning and Development, and Veterans Affairs.

More information, including the need for the building, cost specifications, and a timeline, can be found at www.dallascountyiowa.gov/administrationbuilding.”

Courtesy of Dallas County Iowa

Audie Carman to Be Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame

Audie Carman of Dallas County will be inducted into the 2023 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, August 20.

Audie Carman will be recognized at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow the presentations. 

What started as a simple question “What can I help with” turned into 15 years of volunteering as Swine superintendent for Audie Carman. He had many challenges along the way including having to quarantine all the pigs for 30 days due to an outbreak of erysipelas during the fair.

Even after Audie was no longer superintendent, he continued to support 4-H members by helping to get concrete in the swine barn, build rabbit cages and sponsor trophies for the fair. Dallas County 4-H would like to that Audie for all his years of service. 

“Counties select inductees for their exceptional work in contributing to the lives of 4-H members and the overall 4-H program,” said Ann Torbert, regional director. Many inductees served as club leaders, youth mentors, fair superintendents or fair board members, Iowa State University Extension council members, county youth council members, fair judges, financial supporters, chaperones, or ISU Extension staff members. The inductees have demonstrated dedication, encouragement, commitment, and guidance to Iowa’s 4-H’ers through the years. 

“Iowa 4-H volunteers and staff greatly impact our youth, and this is one way we can recognize them for their remarkable service and commitment,” said Tillie Good, staff and volunteer development manager, Iowa 4-H Youth Development. 

The Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame was initiated in 2002 to help commemorate the 100th anniversary of 4-H. A summary of previous honorees will be on display at the 2023 Iowa State Fair in the 4-H Exhibits Building. 

Information about previous inductees to the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame also is available on the Iowa 4-H Foundation website, organized by year and by county. Go to http://www.iowa4hfoundation.org/ and select “What we do” followed by “Recognizing Service” 

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

Adel Rotary Provides $1,200 for Books at Meadow View School

The Rotary Club of Adel President Bob Grove presented a check for $1,200 to ADM Meadow View Elementary School Principal Jodi Banse at its May 31 meeting to provide books for a new book vending machine.  

The vending machine doesn’t take money, though; students earn coins that allow them to choose a book as a reward for various academic, leadership, and character achievements throughout the year.

“The book vending machine matches the values of Meadow View as it promotes the love of reading!” Says Principal Banse.  

Students are excited about choosing their own books to keep that they have earned. The book vending machine is a fun way to celebrate reading.  

The machine has colored LED lights and talks when the coin is inserted, offering worlds of celebration.

Adel Rotary has long provided funds for literacy programs at ADM Schools and is pleased to support this innovative way to encourage more reading at Meadow View. 

Adel Rotary Club
Adel, Iowa 50003
Facebook: www.facebook.com/adelrotary

Adel American Legion Post 464 Collecting Items for Veterans

Adel American Legion Post 464:

The Adel American Legion Auxiliary Unit 464 is helping collect needed items as noted on the poster for the DM VA Hospital and DM VA Community Resource & Referral Center to support veterans.

 The drop-off box is located at 1305 S. 15th Street, Adel, or call Shirley McAdon at (515) 993-4862 for pick up.

Check out the poster for volunteer opportunities, too.

Support the Veterans of Post 464 as they have supported our country and community with their service in the past and present.

American Legion
Post 464
119 N. 9th. Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4080
Facebook: facebook.com/americanlegionpost464