Mt. Pleasant News

DEAR READERS: Yesterday I shared some of the emails you sent when "Alison in Ashland, Ore." asked you to name your heroes. Today I am sharing more. If you have found them to be as uplifting and energizing as I have, at a time when most of the news we read today has been so depressing, read on:DEAR ABBY: Elizabeth Smart is my hero. She went on a forced ride and nine-month stay in hell, came back and has ...

The members and friends of the Trenton United Methodist Church are going outdoors.On Sunday, Aug. 14, the 9 a.m. morning worship will be celebrated at 11 a.m. in the open air of Trenton Park. There will be familiar music with a picnic dinner and fellowship after the service.Bring a blanket or lawn chair, a friend and some food to share. Whether you are coming home to Trenton or visiting for the day, all are ...

In recent years, ornamental grasses have become important components of many perennial borders. Tall varieties command attention at the back of the border, and the straight or arching forms contrast very effectively with many perennials, including daylilies and all plants with daisylike flowers. Shorter, clumping varieties such as blue oat grass can substitute as shrubs for color and texture interest. It is also ...

DEAR READERS: I published a letter (June 6) in which a reader, "Alison in Ashland, Ore.," asked you to name your heroes. She asked that they not be celebrities or family members. A tsunami of emails descended upon me -- many of them moving, thought-provoking and inspiring. I'm sorry that space limitations prevent me from printing more of them -- but I thank you ALL for your submissions. Read on:DEAR ABBY: ...

Reeling in Grief: A Workshop for Men will combine life lessons and grief-coping strategies with the relaxation of fishing. It is scheduled at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at Great River Hospice House, 1306 S. Washington Rd., West Burlington.The workshop will begin with presentations by Great River Hospice Chaplain Dean Graber and Cosmo Leone, a member of Hospice?s community relations advisory board. Graber will ...

Jessica Steffensmeier of Mt. Pleasant uses her green thumb Wednesday afternoons every week tending to the flower boxes around the Mt. Pleasant downtown area. Steffensmeier is employed by the Mt. Pleasant Chamber of Commerce.

The Henry County Health Center Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department's support group will hold a "Lunch and Learn" on Friday, Aug. 19, at noon in the Health Education Center at Henry County Health Center.Judy Stevens, licensed massage therapist at HCHC, will speak about relaxation.The goal of the support group is to improve the quality of life for those who have experienced heart and lung problems and ...

No injuries were reported last night when a car struck a deer in the 2200 grid of 220th Street at approximately 9:40 p.m.Rickey J. SyWassink, no age given, of Mt. Pleasant, reported that he struck a deer with his 2000 Ford Taurus. Damage to the vehicle was estimated at $1400.

OLDS - A home burglary was reported to the Henry County Sheriff?s Office at approximately 5:20 a.m. Tuesday morning, Aug. 9.The burglary occurred during the night in the 200 block of North Main Street in Olds.The incident remains under investigation and no arrests have been made.

The Southeast Iowa Area Parkinson Support Group will be holding a meeting on Thursday, Aug. 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Blackhawk Room in the lower level of Great River Rehabilitation Center on Gear Ave., Burlington.Registration for the event will begin at 1:30 p.m.Jay Blakenship, executive director of the Wisconsin Parkinson Association will be there to give an overview of the WPA and the Regional Center, ...

Mt. Pleasant Police Department CITATIONSKaren Elizabeth Anderson, 67, of Mt. Pleasant, was cited for speed, Aug. 9.Aaron Aldon Perrine, 32, of Mt. Pleasant, was cited for speed, Aug. 9.William K. Bongartz, 59, of Freeport, Ill., was cited for speed, Aug. 9. INVESTIGATIONSA broken railroad crossing arm was found laying on the tracks at the intersection of Iris Street and the railroad ...

Today?s on-the-go lifestyle makes it difficult to find time for the daily oral health routine needed to prevent cavities and gum disease. With 75 percent of Americans having some form of gum disease, knowing what you can do to prevent irreversible damage is essential to maintain that healthy smile.Did you know?Cavities and some forms of gum disease are irreversible.A cavity is simply tooth decay, ...