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Undefeated Tigers Set Sights on Perry, Oct, 21st.
Come out and cheer the Tigers on this Friday as the undefeated 2011 Adel DeSoto Minburn Football Team plays Perry in the final game of the regular season.
Friday, Oct 21, 2011
Time 7:30pm
ADM Stadium
Once a Tiger, always a Tiger!
2nd Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K a Success!
The 2nd Annual John’s Baby Steps 5K Goes The Distance!
Adel, Iowa. October 15th, 2011.
Volunteers gathered at the Kinnick-Feller Park at 6:00 a.m. putting together the final touches for the race.
The air was crisp as 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.
At 6:30 “Day of” registrants were getting signed in and fitted with digital markers.
Over the next hour and a half, race participants and their families gathered in the park. Spirits were high.
At 8:00 Carly Kuhse, flawlessly sang the National Anthem.
Runners moved to the North end of the park for the “Shot Gun” start at 8:10.
The course proceeded through the Oakdale Cemetery for the first leg.
Runners then proceeded east along N9th turning south on Grove St.
They turned east at N14th proceeding pass Prairie St., and turning north onto 9thSt.
The runners then ran west on N 9th st. with a north leg around the pool crossing the Finish Line at the starting point.
The first to cross the Finish line was 19 year old Joshua Andersen of Adel with a winning time of 21:31.8.
Following closely were Bart Smith, 32, Clear Lake, time of 22:19.0, Trevor Danner, 15, Adel, time of 22:22.6, Quinn Hildman, and Wesley Yoder, 16, Redfield, time of 23:27.9,.
Finishing First in the Female Division was Maggie Nugent, 35, Adel, time of 23:51.1.
Nearly 70 runners participated in this year’s run, some in their 70’s and 80’s.
New this year to the race was the Tot Trot with races for ages 5 and under, 6-9, and 10-12.
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.
Look for more photos to come in the following days at the John D. Gomke website
Place, Age, and Gender Results:
Adel Fire Department Accepts Awards
The Adel Volunteer Fire Department was recognized by Karen Smith and Van VanBuren of the Adel Township at the Adel City Council meeting October 11th..
Karen Smith thanked them on behalf of their valor and courage when they responded to a fire call on August 8th, 2010 at the Adel Golf Course. They had responded to a call at the Joseph home.
When the Adel Fire Department was searching the Joseph residence, they noticed fire shooting through the roof at the Schmitz home. Fire fighters rushed into the house and got Larry & Sandy, who were sleeping, outside to safety seconds before the entire roof of the home collapsed in flames.
The Schmitz’s were present as an award was presented to each of the four firefighters who rescued them and also to the Fire Department as a whole, for their actions on August 8th. Receiving individual plaques were, Tim Morlan, Brad Kinzie, Tim Brickman, and Jason Renner.
Tim Morland, acting Chief of the Adel Fire Department accepted the award on behalf of the fire department and said “We do what we do because we care about our community.”
The audience of 40 plus, gave the fire fighters a standing ovation.
Adel Author of “Train to Nowhere” at the Library Sept. 29th.
Courtesy of the Adel Public Library
Join local author and journalist, Colleen Bradford Krantz, Thursday, Sept. 29th at 7:00pm at the Adel Public Library.
There will be a discussion of her book:
Train to Nowhere: Inside an Immigrant Death Investigation.
She also wrote and co-produced the award winning Iowa Public Television’s documentary based on the book.
The Train to Nowhere is the true story of eleven illegal immigrants who who are locked in a railcar and die in their pursuit of a better life in the United States.
Adel Historical Preservation Commission – Time Capsule Ideas
The Adel Historical Preservation Commission is asking the community of Adel to suggest items to include in a time capsule.
The city is working with McClure Engineering on a time capsule to be buried in the downtown area in the upcoming weeks.
The capsule will commemorate the 100 years since the brick streets were installed.
Send your comments and suggestions to the Adel City Hall. The Historic Preservation Commission will decide on which items to include in the capsule.
A dedication ceremony is being planned.
Local Author of “Train to Nowhere” at the Library Sept. 29th.
Courtesy of the Adel Public Library
Thursday, Sept. 29th: Train to Nowhere – 7:00pm
Adel Public Library
Local author and journalist, Colleen Bradford Krantz will discuss her book Train to Nowhere: Inside an Immigrant Death Investigation.
Krantz also wrote and co-produced the award winning documentary based on the book.
The Train to Nowhere is the true story of eleven illegal immigrants who died in their pursuit for better lives in the United States.
Class of 81 – Sweet Corn Festival Photos
ADM Class of 1981 held their 30th Class Reunion on Saturday, Aug 13th.
We had a float in the parade as well as a get-together that evening. Attached is a group picture of most everyone who attended as well as one from the parade.
There were 35 class members who participated in the day’s events. Everyone enjoyed catching up with each other and reminiscing about our high school days. (Larger Photos in article)
Nile Kinnick Museum Kickoff – Aug. 20th
A Conversation on Nile Kinnick, with Jim Zabel and Mile Chapman, hosted by Jon Miller will be an informative and entertaining evening.
Featuring three of Iowa’s most noted sports journalists, Mr. Zabel will be here via satellite hook up from Phoenix.
This event is the kick-off for the upcoming Nile Kinnick Institute & Museum Fund Raising Project.
The event is Saturday, August 20th 7:00p.m. at the ADM High School Auditorium.
Tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased at the door the evening of the event or tickets online at nilekinnickmusem.com
Nile Kinnick Event with Jim Zabel & John Miller
A Conversation on Nile Kinnik, with Jim Zabel & Jon Miller” will be an informative and entertaining evening.
Featuring two of Iowa’s most noted sports broadcasters, Mr. Zabel will be here via satellite hook up from Phoenix.
They’ll be headlining for the upcoming Nile Kinnick Institute & Museum project.
The event is Saturday, August 20th 7:00p.m. at the ADM High School Auditorium.
Tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased at the Nile Kinnick Institute & Museum booth during the Adel Sweet Corn Festival.
Local Adel Company Raised $2,422 for John D. Gomke Charity
BASE® has been a local Adel employer for almost a decade and recently came together to support the John D. Gomke Charity.
Schmitz Family Welcomed Back to Home
The Adel Volunteer Fire Department welcomed Larry and Sandy Schmitz to their new home.
Please watch your Adel mailboxes for the article being published in the August issue of Adel Living Magazine.
Adel Volunteer Fire Dept.
102 S. 10th. Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: www.adelfire.com
Lions Honor Fallen Soldier
Lions Honor Fallen Soldier
With very little pre-notice a group of 13 local Lions club members placed flags through Adel when it was learned that the Capt. Matthew G. Nielson funeral procession would travel through Adel Sunday en route to the Veterans Cemetery at Van Meter.
Nielson, 27, from Jefferson was killed in action June 29 in Iraq. His funeral was held in Jefferson […] Continue Reading…
John D. Gomke Charity Golf Tournament – Photos Posted.
Courtesy of John D. Gomke Charity, Inc.:
Jessica Gomke has posted photos from the 2nd Annual John D. Gomke Charity Golf Tournament held at the River Valley Golf Course On Saturday June 18th.
The photos can be viewed at: http://johndgomkecharity.org/events-gallery/
Overall Tournament Winners with a score of 54 are… Justin Christensen, Jared Johnston, Brent Heuer & Nathan Colson.
The full list of Winners can be found at: JohnDGomkeCharity.org.
It was a great day of golf for a great charity!
For more information on the great work done by this organization, visit JohnDGomkeCharity.org or call 515-314-9171.
Photos from The Van and Bonnie Show
Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association:
The ADM Alumni Association has posted photos from the Van and Bonnie, WHO radio show.
On Friday, June 17th, Van and Bonnie broadcasted from the ADM High School.During the broadcast, Adel held a birthday party for Van and presented him with a ceremonial key to the city.
Van, who is a graduate of the Class of 1970 was visited by classmates and well wishers.
More photos can be found on the Alumni site at: http://admalumni.com
Van and Bonnie – A Thank You To the Volunteers and Community
All,
On behalf of the City, thank you to all those who helped make today’s Van & Bonnie Show broadcast from Adel a huge success.
There was quite a display of Adel history, personalities and pride today and much work went into the fantastic showcase for our community.
Thanks to the
Special Olympics Quad-athon – June 18th
Courtesy of Special Olympics Iowa:
Don’t miss the Quad-athon this Saturday, June 18 at the Dallas County Fairgrounds.
Teams will compete for the rights to a traveling trophy while raising money for Special Olympics Iowa athletes.
Teams of 10 (with two alternates) are encouraged to register before the event or the day of the competition.
Van Harden’s Birthday Party – You’re all invited !!! (Update)
Courtesy of the City of Adel & the Adel Partners:
UPDATED:The Van & Bonnie show has been moved from the Courthouse Square to the High School commons area.
Van Harden’s birthday is Friday, June 17 – so his hometown of Adel is throwing a party in his honor.
And, Van & Bonnie will broadcast their morning show on WHO Radio live from the courthouse square (now at the HighSchool commons) in Adel.
Come out and join the fun Friday from 4:59 – 9:00 AM.
Physical Sports Clinic
A physical sports clinic will be held at the Adel Mercy Medical Clinic in Adel on Tuesday, June 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cost is $15 with all proceeds going to ADM Athletic Dept.
The clinic will be held at the Adel Mercy Medical Clinic.
Van’s Birthday Bash – Friday, 17th on Main Street
Van Harden, who grew up in Adel, will bring his morning show of “Van & Bonnie” on WHO radio to the Adel courthouse on June 17th.
Van & Bonnie will be in Adel broadcasting from 4:59 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Main Street from 8th to 9th will be blocked off for this event.
Everyone is invited to stop by, watch the show, and wish Van a Happy Birthday!.
