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Hawkeyes Fall in Series Finale at Michigan

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April 14th, 2024 by admin

ANN ARBOR, MICH. – The University of Iowa softball team dropped game three of the series against Michigan, 6-5, on Sunday afternoon at Alumni Field at Carol Hutchins Stadium.

Junior Devyn Greer got the start for the Hawkeyes. She ended up going 5 1/3 innings allowing five runs on six hits and struck out four.

The Wolverines got on the board first with an RBI single in the bottom of the first inning. Michigan did not record another hit until the sixth inning.

The Hawkeye evened the score at one in the top of the fourth as junior Rylie Moss came around to score on a fielder’s choice from Greer. Iowa took the lead in the sixth as Moss scored on another fielder’s choice to make it, 2-1. Senior Brylee Klosterman added to the Hawkeye lead with an infield RBI single to push the lead to 3-1.

Michigan answered back in the bottom of the sixth with a solo shot and a three-run home run to take the, 5-3, lead. The Hawkeyes were not done yet as freshman Jena Young sent a no-doubter over the centerfield wall to tie the game at five.

The Wolverines were able to load the bases with one out in the bottom of the seventh. They walked it off with a single to left field to secure the series sweep.

Sophomore Jalen Adams (9-9) was charged with the loss in relief. Iowa finished the game with five runs on seven hits.

UP NEXT

The University of Iowa softball team travel to Ames, Iowa to take on Iowa State in the 2024 Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series on Tuesday April 16. First pitch at the Cyclone Sports Complex is scheduled for 4 p.m. CT. The game will be streamed on ESPN+ and broadcast on the Hawkeye Radio Network with John Leo on the call.

Hawkeyes Drop Series Finale to Buckeyes

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April 14th, 2024 by admin

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The University of Iowa baseball team was defeated by Ohio State, 11-1, in eight innings on Sunday afternoon at Nick Swisher Field at Bill Davis Stadium.

Brody Brecht started for the Hawkeyes on the mound. The Ankeny, Iowa, native threw 3 1/3 innings allowing three runs on three hits. He struck out three and walked four.

The Hawkeyes used five different arms out of the bullpen following Brecht’s departure, but none could styme Ohio State’s offense. The Buckeyes hit four home runs in the run rule victory.

“We came out and scored a run in the first inning and had some good at bats,” said head coach Rick Heller. “Then we had some opportunities in the second and thought we might break it open. Then we had a couple bad at bats and ended up not scoring. Which was big in this game. We had another chance in the fifth offensively, a chance to maybe break the game open, and again we followed it up again with two bad at bats. Went to the bullpen in the fifth and it didn’t go well, they jumped on us for five and four with two outs and we didn’t pitch well after that.”

Davis Cop was 2-for-4 as the lone Hawkeye with a multi-hit performance. Reese Moore plated the only run for Iowa on an RBI single in the first inning.

Iowa hit .179 (5-28) on the day to Ohio State’s .323 (10-31) and the Buckeyes had seven two-out RBIs.

“It was a just a disappointing day for us,” said Heller. “We hit almost 20 groundballs on a day when the wind was blowing out 25 miles per hour. Pitch selection and poor execution when we had opportunities early to jump on them. Kind of the story, we didn’t play well. We didn’t hit well, and we didn’t pitch well, and that is what happens when you do those two things together. Ohio State made us pay.”

The Hawkeyes return to action in Iowa City on Wednesday against Bradley at Duane Banks Field. First pitch is scheduled for 6:05 p.m.

Hawkeyes Close Out Play at Buckeye Invitational

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April 14th, 2024 by admin

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The University of Iowa women’s golf team fired a final round 305 to finish with a 54-hole total of 917 (317-295-305) at the Therese Hession Buckeye Invitational on the Scarlet Course at the Ohio State University Golf Club.

The Hawkeyes placed 12th overall.

Sophomore Riley Lewis led the Hawkeyes, shooting a 13-over par 229 (79-73-77). Sophomore Madison Dabagia followed close behind with a 14-over par 230 (78-77-75).

Ohio State placed first place, firing a seven-under par 857. The Buckeyes’ Caley McGinty was the medalist, shooting a six-under par 210.

IOWA LEADERBOARD

T36. Riley Lewis 79-73-77=229

T40. Madison Dabagia 78-77-75=230

T44. Paula Miranda 81-73-77=231

T50. Ximena Benites 82-74-77=233

T55. Shannyn Vogler 82-76-76=234

61. Kaitlyn Hanna 79-75-81=235

12. Iowa 317-295-305=917

UP NEXT

Iowa begins its championship season on April 19-21, traveling to Havre de Grace, Maryland, for the 2024 Big Ten Championships.

No. 61 Hawkeyes Sweep Penn State on Senior Day, 4-0

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April 14th, 2024 by admin

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The 61st-ranked University of Iowa women’s tennis team swept Penn State, 4-0, in its home finale on Sunday at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex.

The victory brings the Hawkeyes’ record to 10-10 overall and 5-4 in Big Ten action.

The Hawkeyes started strong in doubles competition, coming back to capture the point after trailing in a tiebreaker match.

On court two, junior Barbora Pokorna and sophomore Pia Kranholdt captured the first win over Olivia Dorner and Yvonne Zuffova, 6-3, to bring their season record to 11-5.

In the No. 3 position, junior Marisa Schmidt and sophomore Nikita Vishwase fell to Jordina Cegarra Ramirez and Alina Lebedeva, 6-3, evening up the doubles competition.

It came down to sophomore Daianne Hayashida and senior Vipasha Mehra on court one where it was deadlocked at six all against Sofiya Chekhlystova and Karly Friedland. The Hawkeye duo claimed the tiebreaker, 7-5, to give Iowa the 1-0 lead.

The action didn’t stop there, as the Hawkeyes captured three wins in singles at No. 2, 1, and 5 to clinch the win.

At No. 2, Schmidt picked up her 12th victory of the season, downing Olivia Dorner, 6-2, 6-0. Hayashida followed with a straight set win over Sofiya Chekylstova, 6-3, 6-3.

On court five, Mehra went out with a bang in her final home match, downing Karly Friedland, 6-0, 2-6, 6-0 to clinch the team win. The senior now holds an 8-5 record this season, including going 4-1 at home.

HEAR FROM HEAD COACH SASHA SCHMID

“We are so proud of our senior, Vippy. It was a great day to honor her, and it was so fitting that she clinched the doubles and singles points today on such a gorgeous day in Iowa City. It was a great team effort and a wonderful way to end our home season at the HTRC. I’m proud of the team and their fight, and it could not have been a better script. We will have a good week of practice and get ready to get on the road and finish with Michigan and Michigan State.”

HEAR FROM SENIOR VIPASHA MEHRA

“First off, I want to mention the night I had with my team at the Senior Night banquet, it was absolutely perfect. I was very emotional about playing today, especially against Penn State since I clinched the point last year against them. I felt I had something to prove. I am really happy I could capture the clinch, and I could not have had a better Senior Day. I am so thankful for everyone.”

UP NEXT

The Hawkeyes will finish their regular season competition next weekend in Michigan, with a pair of Big Ten duals. Iowa will face Michigan on Saturday and Michigan State on Sunday.

Large structure fire reported near the Marne Exit

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April 14th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Marne, Iowa) – Several area fire departments were dispatched to a large structure fire this (Sunday) afternoon, near westbound Interstate 80 at mile marker 51 (Marne Exit). The call went out at 12:30-p.m.  Responding crews included those from Marne, Atlantic, Walnut, Elk Horn and Kimballton.

An outbuilding-type structure was said to be engulfed in flames. Reports from the scene warned firefighters there was ammunition being stored in an office on the north side of the building.

Additional information is currently not available.

Audubon School Board Public Hearing/Regular Meeting Agenda, 4-15-24

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April 14th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

Both the Public Hearings & Regular Board meeting will take place in the Boardroom at the Audubon High School, 800 Third Ave.

7:00-p.m.:

  • Public Hearing: FY25 School Budget
  • Public Hearing: FY25 Calendar

Board of Education – Regular Meeting

1.0 Call to Order

2.0 Approve Consent Agenda

2.01 Approve Agenda

2.02 Minutes

2.02.1 March 18, 2024 – Regular Meeting

2.02.2 March 25, 2024 – Budget Hearing #1

2.03 Warrants and Financial Reports

3.0 Public Comments – Please contact the Supt. or Board President (Board Policy #213)

4.0 ACTION ITEMS

4.01 Approve FY25 School Budget for Certification

4.02 Set Time and Date for Hearing on Amending the FY24 Budget

4.03 Approve FY25 School Calendar

4.04 Approve Last Day of School

4.05 Approve List of Graduates

4.06 Approve IASB Membership

4.07 Approve Teacher Salary Package

4.08 Approve Salaries for Employees Not Covered by Collective Bargaining

4.09 Approve Gifting Used AED to Audubon Methodist Church

4.10 Personnel

5.0 Communication & Updates

5.01 Superintendent Report

5.01.1 Board Appreciation

5.01.2 Legislative Update

5.01.3 Building Project Updates

5.02 Principals Reports

6.0 Adjournment

Griswold School Board Public Hearing/Board Agenda, 4-15-24

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April 14th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

Monday, April 15, 2024

Conference Room, 5:30 p.m.

5:30 p.m. – 2024-2025 Budget Hearing

• Call Hearing To Order

• Presentation Of 2024-2025 Budget

• Public Input

• Close Hearing

6:00 p.m. – 2024-2025 Calendar Hearing

1. Call Hearing To Order

2. Presentation of the 2024-2025 School Calendar For Discussion (I)

3. Public Comments

4. Adjourn Hearing (D.R.)

Regular Meeting

• Call Meeting to Order

• Reading of Mission Statement

• Approval of Agenda (D.R.)

• Public Input

• Superintendent’s Report:

  1. Thank You Card(s) (I)
  2. The Month in Review – Administration (I)
  3. Board Learning Opportunities (I)

– Honor March Recipients

– Select April Recipient(s)

• Consent Agenda (D.R.)

Approval of Minutes

Approval of Financial Statements

Approval of Bills

4. Personnel

5. Gifts, Memorials, Bequests

Old Business

6. Board Policies – Second Reading (D.R.) – 800, 801.1, 801.2, 801.3, 801.4

New Business

7. Phone System Presentation (I)

8. Consider Approval Of Resolution Authorizing The Redemption Of General

Obligation School Bonds, Series 2017, Dated November 1, 2017, And Levying A Tax For Fiscal Year 2025 For The Redemption Of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2017, Dated November 1, 2017 (D.R.)

9. Consider Approval Of The 2024-2025 Budget (D.R.)

10. Approve List Of 2024 Graduates (D.R.)

11. Establish Registration Fees For 2024-2025 (D.R.)

12. Consider Approval Of The 2024-2025 School Calendar (D.R.)

13. Consider Approval Of The 2024-25 Transportation Director Sharing Agreement With Atlantic (D.R.)

14. Consider Approval Of The 2024-25 School Business Official Sharing Agreement With Riverside (D.R.)

15. Consider Approval Of 2024-25 Shared Girls Wrestling Program With Red Oak (D.R.)

16. Board Policies – First Reading (I) – 405.2, 411.2, 507.8R1, 704.1, 704.6,

706.2, 706.3, 706.3R1, 707.4, 707.6, 802.1, 802.2, 802.3, 802.4, 802.4R1,

802.4R2, 802.5, 802.6, 802.7. Rescind – 504.5, 504.5R1, 707.2, 707.3 (I)

• Adjourn

Exempt Meeting – An exempt meeting will be held following the regular meeting. The purpose of the Exempt Meeting is to discuss strategy in matters relating to negotiating sessions pursuant to Iowa Code 20.17(3)

(D.R.) = Decision Required

(I.) = Informational

Final agenda will be posted in the Central Office no less than 24 hours before the meeting.

CAM School District Public Hearing/Board Meeting Agenda, 4-15-24

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April 14th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

6:30 PM
CAM High School Media Center
1000 Victory Park Rd., Anita,
HEARING AGENDA
1 Open hearings for proposed 2024-2025 Certified Budget
2 Patrons may speak for or against the proposed 2024-2025 Certified Budget as published
3 Adjourn hearing
HEARING AGENDA
1 Open hearing for proposed FY25 School Calendar & Revised FY24 School Calendar
2 Patrons may speak for or against the FY25 School Calendar & Revised FY24 School Calendar
3 Adjourn hearing
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
1 Call to Order
2 Welcome Visitors
3 Agenda Changes
4 Approval of Agenda
5 Consent Agenda
5.1 Approval of Minutes, Bills, Financial Statements
5.2 Open Enrollments
5.3 Resignations
5.4 Contracts
5.5 Volunteers
5.6 Fundraisers
6 Communications
6.1 Public Input on Non-agenda Items
6.2 Correspondence
7 Administrative Reports
8 Discussion/Action Items:
8.1 Approval of Revisions to Board Policies 405.1 – 408.3
8.2 Approval of Sale of Excess Equipment
8.3 Approval of Out-of-State Trips
8.4 Approval of Graduating Seniors for CAM High School & Iowa Connections Academy
8.5 Approval of 2024-2025 Certified Budget
8.6 Approval of FY25 School Calendar & Revised FY24 School Calendar
8.7 Approval of District Career and Academic Plan
8.8 Discuss Facility Project Process
9 Board Report
10 Adjournment
11 Exempt Session for Negotiations

Exira-EHK School Board meeting agenda for Tuesday, April 16, 2024

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April 14th, 2024 by Ric Hanson


April 16, 2024 Public Hearing & Regular Board Meeting | 04/16/2024 – 05:30 PM

Exira-EHK Conference Room, Elk Horn

I. Call to Order – Public Hearing
II. Approve Agenda
III. Welcome Visitors
IV. Public Hearing – Presentation of the 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
A. Comments from the Public
V. Adjournment of Public Hearing
VI. Call to Order – Regular Meeting
VII. Approve Agenda
VIII. Recognition and Communication
IX. Consent Agenda
A. Minutes – March 19, 2024 Public Hearing & Regular Meeting, March 26, 2024 Special Board Meeting, March 26, 2024 Public Hearing
B. Financial Reports
C. Accounts Payable – Board Bills
X. Administrative Reports
XI. Discussion Items
A. District Career & Academic Plan (DACP)
XII. Action Items
A. Resolution Authorizing the Redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2018, Dated May 1, 2018, Approving a Second Amendment to Escrow Agent Agreement, and Levying a Tax for Fiscal Year 2025 for the Redemption of General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2018, Dated May 1, 2018
B. Resolution Appointing Paying Agent, Note Registrar and Transfer Agent, Approving the Paying Agent, Note Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement, and Authorizing the Execution of the Same
C. Approval of form of Tax Exemption Certificate
D. Resolution for the Issuance of the Notes
E. 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
F. Tentative Agreement with Exira-EHK Education Association
G. 2024-2025 Non-Certified Staff Raises
H. 2024-2025 Principal Raises
I. Set Date & Time for 2023-2024 Budget Amendment Public Hearing
I.

May 21, 2024 – 6:00 pm
J. Approve 2024 Graduates pending meeting Graduation Requirements
K. Appoint Board Secretary/Treasurer effective May 1, 2024
L. Policy Adoption – First Reading
i. 704.06R(1) – Fundraising Within the District – Regulation
M. Policy Review – First Reading
i. 405.02 – Licensed Employee Qualifications, Recruitment, Selection
ii. 411.02 – Classified Employee Qualifications, Recruitment, Selection
iii. 504.05 – Student Fund Raising – RESCIND
iv. 504.05R(1) – Student Fund Raising – Regulation – RESCIND
v. 507.08R(1) – Special Health Services – Regulation
vi. 704.01 – Local-State-Federal-Miscellaneous Revenue
vii. 704.06 – Fundraising Within the District
viii. 706.01 – Payroll Periods
ix. 706.02 – Payroll Deductions
x. 706.03 – Reduction in Employee Pay (Title Change Only)
xi. 706.03R(1) – Reduction in Employee Pay – Regulation (Title Change Only)
xii. 707.01 – Presentation and Publication of Financial Reports and Information
xiii. 707.02 – Treasurer’s Annual Report – RESCIND
xiv. 707.03 – Publication of Financial Reports – RESCIND
xv. 707.04 – Audit
xvi. 707.06 – Audit Committee
N. Personnel Resignations, Hires, & Transfers
i. Resignations
1. Cory Bartz – Grades 6-8 Math Teacher
2. Doug Newton – JH Boys Track Coach
ii. Hires
1. Drew Buckholdt – Assistant Baseball
2. Randy Kelly – Head Baseball
3. Andrea Schwery – Head Softball
XIII. Adjournment

 

High School Boys golf results from Saturday April 13th

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April 14th, 2024 by admin

CAM Tournament

  1. 1st Place — CAM 329
  2. 2. East Mills 343
  3. 3. Riverside 349
  4. 4. Fremont-Mills 354
  5. 5. Bedford 375
  6. 6. Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton 378
  7. Hamburg NTS

1st place golfer – Chase Jahde, CAM (73)

 

IKM-Manning Tournament 

  1. Boyer Valley (376)
  2. IKM-Manning (401)
  3. Underwood (414)

1st place golfer – Danny Stein, Underwood, (83)