Darrin Crow from Cedar Rapids performed an evening with Edgar Allan Poe at the Galva Public Library on Oct. 27. Crow recited several stories and poems or rather performed as Edgar Allan Poe telling the stories.
OABCIG High School had their Fall Choir Concert directed by Mr. Jacob Pedersen. The group sang four songs from the 1980s including: a medley “Awesome 80s” arr. Mark Brymer, “Livin’ on a Prayer” arr. Mac Huff, “Love Shack” arr. Mac Huff and soloist Kennedy Lerrsen sang, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin. A lovely solo it was. Mr.
Richard Swanson started Swanson Insurance sometime in the 1950s, according to Jason DeJean, current owner of Swanson Insurance today. DeJean and Bryce Hustedt head things up in the business today. In the 1970s, Swanson brought on Howard Hustedt.
Mike Clausen, owner of Holstein Super Market, has reached a milestone in his career. Oct. 20 marked the 20-year anniversary of him purchasing the grocery store. Clausen explained how he came to be a business owner.
“I purchased the building from Jerry Blenner 20 years ago,” said Clausen. “Back then, it was JB’s Super Value. I worked here at JB’s all through high school and through my first year of college.”
Area communities have set times for Trick-or-Treating, for next Tuesday, Oct. 31.
Ida Grove
On Tuesday, Oct. 31, there will be a Downtown Halloween Walk at 5 p.m. in Godbersen Park. It will feature a costume parade, goodie bags, safety announcement from the Sheriff, and costume contest and prizes. The activities are sponsored by Ida Grove Community Partners.
Trick-or-Treating in Ida Grove will follow from 6-8 p.m. at houses with porch lights on.
Golden Horizons Assisted Living will also have Trick-or-Treating from 6-8 p.m.
Anne Andresen notified this paper of the tremendous sight at Ted Thoreson’s place the night of the tractor pull at the Ida County Fair. Andresen says they spotted the smoke and her and her husband Jerry went to explore when they discovered Ted Thoreson’s house in a full blaze of fire. Kelby Wulf called it in and then called Thoreson as he was driving home from the fair. Thoreson could not believe it when Wulf said to him, “Ted, your house is on fire!”
A new group has been formed at the Presbyterian Church in Ida Grove. The name of the group is Christians Got Talent. All are welcome to join. Age, gender, ethnicity. At this point, they are meeting on the third Thursday of every month. (This may change as enthusiasm grows). All craft ideas are welcome. Bring your talent and work on it from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Crochet, Knit, make cards…whatever brings you joy.
Pumpkin Carving at Moorehead Park in Ida Grove at the Depot brought many excited kids! Moorehead Park was buzzing with activity on Saturday night, as people turned out for snacks and various Halloween activities.
