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A Publication of the Epworth Community Historical Society

Volume 3, Issue 10 May 2020

The Voice of Progress

Inside This Issue

News Around Town 4

City News 6

WD News 11

Business Highlight 12

Dubuque Co. Library 13

Divine Word College students have produced a large supply of fabric masks in response to the COVID 19 pandemic.

In Epworth, masks are available at Silker's and at City Hall.

Masks are free for Epworth residents.

Everybody in Epworth Has a Story

Need a Mask? We've Got You

Covered.

Best of Both Worlds

Bryce Barrett is one of the few people these days who can say he is living without undue stress in spite of owning his own newly-opened business, Barrett Automotive Services, being a newly elected Epworth Councilman, looking for a sponsor for his pro-bowling run, and qualifying for what some say is the second biggest bowling tournament in the world, the United States Bowling Congress Masters. How does he manage to keep from feeling overstressed? Bryce says he believes he “is right where he and God want him to be.” And as you listen to his positive attitude and upbeat lilt in his voice, you have to believe he is right.

Bryce was born and raised in Epworth. He attended Seton Catholic School through eighth grade and graduated from Western Dubuque High School in 2011. His bowling career began at 5 years of age. He remembers Sandra Mueller was his babysitter at that time and her two sons, Evan and Jerad, were bowling in a league, which they encouraged him to join. After that, he spent lots of time in the Farley Cobra Lanes Bowling Alley, practicing, competing, and even working there, starting in eighth grade. Throughout this time he was coached by the bowling alley's owner, Al Hieberger.

In ninth grade, he joined the newly established WD Bowling Club. When members on the club saw the success bowling teams in Dubuque schools were having, they discussed joining those teams. That was when Al and Kay Heiberger stepped up to help form the first WD competitive bowling teams in 2008. [The WD boys bowling teams have gone on to make state appearances in 2011 (State Champions) 2012 (State Champions) 2013, 2014, 2017 and 2018 (State Champions).] Al continued as Bryce's bowling coach throughout high school, taking him to Florida and Illinois where they practiced bowling against pro-bowlers.

In his senior year, Bryce was rated the #1 boy's bowler in the state, carrying an average of 239, and the WD team won its first ever WD Boys State Bowling Championship. Though Bryce was offered bowling scholarships, he was feeling drawn in another direction. So for a

Bryce Barrett

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Yesterday/Today/Tommorrow

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Epworth Community Historical SocietyPO Box 434, Epworth, Iowa 52045-0434The Voice of Progress is a quarterly publication. Issues are published in February, May, August, and November. Stories, letters, and articles of interest are always welcome. The Voice of Progress may edit for space and clarity and reserves the right not to print an article for any reason. All submitted articles and columns reflect the views and opinions of the writers and not necessarily those of the Voice of Progress. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy. Neither the publisher nor the advertisers will be held liable for errors.

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3brief period, he left Epworth to get an education in Automotive Technology. After working for several years for others, he jumped at the chance to open his own business back in the town that gave him his start.

In 2018, he became the owner operator of Barrett Automotive Services (former Maahs Service) on the corner of West Main St. and 1st Ave, selling gas and cars and trucks and doing service repairs. Having established himself as an Epworth businessman, Bryce decided he wanted to give back some of what Epworth had given him by running for the City Council. His term began in January 2020.

The success in his business has made it possible to return to his high school passion of bowling. Again with Al's help, Bryce returned to the lanes and soon picked up where he had left off. His natural talent took him to Nevada for the Grand Sierra Resort Open where his second place finish allowed him to compete in the 2020 United States Bowling Congress Masters. COVID-19 has delayed the date of this competition to fall. Whenever it happens, Bryce is ready to go for the win and the opportunity to bowl on TV every Sunday, until viewers come to know his name as one of the top world bowlers.

He knows wherever this all ends, the citizens of Epworth will be right there supporting him just like they did in his early years, when he opened his business, and when he ran for the council. He says, “I can't think of a better place to have grown up or presently live in. The people of Epworth are the best, and I just hope they all know how grateful I am for supporting me and my business as they have.”

Bryce Barrett competing in the 2011 Individual State Bowling Tournament. He garnered a 2nd place finish.

The Epworth Town & Country Committee members met Monday, January 20th, at 6:30 PM at The Pizza Factory. Members present were Andy Kramer, Dana Gansen, Shane Hosch, Bernie Riniker, Jack Silker, Jody Hallahan, Jill Herbst, Nick Elsinger, and Dawn Kress.

Jill Herbst reviewed our financial report. She also informed the committee she will be stepping down from a lot of her duties this year. Jill will continue to manage our bank records. She will create a list of areas she covered. This list will be distributed at the next meeting, so others can pick up these duties.

Ideas were discussed for the betterment project that includes additional garbage cans along Jacoby & Bierman Rd, (by high school?), Christmas Tree Display for Town, money to the American Legion, and steps leading to the lower diamond at the Centennial ball park. Do we need lights for the pickle ball courts?

We have gathered a list of individuals for our Town and Country grand marshals. A final decision will be made at our next meeting.

Friday Night Music will be Todd Ellis & Matt McPherson Band if available. Saturday night music is still in the making. More to come next month from Jack, Rod and The Webers.

A reminder that the parade theme is Parade Politics. There is a concern that the parade may need to run backwards as they will be re-doing 5th Avenue during that time. Another suggestion was to record the parade.

We will continue with the Tractor Show headed by Shane Hosch and Andy Kramer.

We are looking for an organization to take over button sales. Dana Gansen will reach out to the athletic club.

Friday, July 31 Saturday, August 1

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News Around TownIn times of crises, small town communities come together and are at their best. Below are groups and agencies that are offering sack breakfast, lunches, snacks, and other needed food and supplies at the time of this publication.

Prepared Meals

Western Dubuque Community School District• Dyersville Library and Cascade Elementary• outdoor pick-up of lunch /breakfast• 11:30 AM-12:30 PM• See www.facebook.com/wdbqschools for more information, menus, and how you can help.

Project Rooted• Peosta Elementary; Drexler Middle-Intermediate School, Farley; and WDHS, Epworth• outdoor pick-up of lunches, notes, and activities• 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM• See www.facebook.com/projectrooted for more information, menus, and how you can help.

In need of food or supplies?

Epworth Food Pantry, 104 1st Street Southeastall are welcome/first time-ID requiredCall Karen for appointment 563-513-9001Food requested will be boxed up and carried out to your car.

Farley Food Pantry 202 2nd Ave SE St. Joseph's Catholic Church BasementMon.-Thurs. 5-8 PM, Fri. 9-11 AM and 5-9 PM, Saturday 9-1 PMQuestions/appt. Call 563-580-1492

New Pavilion by the Sports CourtsThe city continues to add to the amenities around Tower Park and the Sports Court. The latest addition is a pavilion that will provide some shade and a place to sit while families are using the courts. Rules and regulations are posted, along with a thank you to those who helped to provide funds for the refurbishing of the tennis courts.

Peosta Food Pantry 14868 W. Ridge Lane, Crossroads Church of Peosta Mon.-Thurs. 8AM-4 PMCall for appointment 563-265-0163

Resources Unite Emergency Food Pantry, Josh Jasper, 1900 JFK RD., DubuqueMon. - Fri. 8:30 AM – 4:30 PMFood and supplies can be picked up outside office.


5Census 2020 – Be CountedWith many agencies closed, it is easy to forget, the United States is in the midst of collecting data for the 2020 census. Most households should have already received a notification of the Census website and how to use it to register. If you are not Internet savvy, a second mailing contained a way to register via a mail-in paper form. If you chose not to use either of these methods, someone will be knocking at your door in the future. You are encouraged to respond! The whole process takes less than 10 minutes. What kind of information does the town glean from the census information. The following was taken from Wikipedia from the 2010 census in Epworth. “There were 643 households of which 39.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.8% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 24.1% were non-families. 19.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.13.

The median age in the city was 33.1 years. 28.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 29.1% were from 25 to 44; 23.6% were from 45 to 64; and 9.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 51.5% male and 48.5% female.”

Census results help determine how billions of dollars in federal funding flow into states and communities each year. It impacts funding for school lunches, roads, hospitals, support for firefighters, and families in need. www.2020census.gov Census – Be Counted!

Year Population +-%1890 348 —

1900 549 +57.8%

1910 520 -5.3%

1920 468 -10.0%

1930 464 -0.9%

1940 454 -2.2%

1950 536 +18.1%

1960 698 +30.2%

1970 1132 +62.2%

1980 1380 +21.9%

1990 1303 -5.6%

2000 1428 +9.6%

2010 1860 +30.30%

Source: "U.S. Census Website." United States Census Bureau

Epworth Census Data

News from the Garden Club Watch for a couple new beds being put in down by the Epworth Gateway! We always welcome anyone wanting to help maintain the beds. If interested, get in touch with any of the members: Donna Akers, Julie Bahl, Vanita Bries, Veronica Burds, Tim Connolly, Kayln Ertz, Shelby Frasher, Garry Gansen, Laura Hoerner, JoAnn Kramer, Susie Kramer, Mindi McDermott, Patti McDermott, Tom and Beth Simpson, or Mary Kay Then.

Summer Faith Sharing Opportunities2020 summer Faith Formation registration is open! Registration forms are available on the website https://stelizabethpastorate.com. Paper registration forms will also be available at the Pastorate Office when it opens again. Two sessions will be held at Seton Catholic School, Peosta from June 8th – 18th and July 6th – 16th. Aftercare will be available. Programs are open to all.

St. Elizabeth Pastorate and Epworth United Methodist are hosting a week-longVacation Bible School, planned for the first full week in August, the 3rd – 7th. Registrations will start in July. Contact the church offices for more information.


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City NewsVisit our website at www.epworthiowa.org for additional information and updates

May 2020

Spring Garage Sales are cancelled

Epworth Youth Soccer and High School Age Sign-up Now OpenSign-up forms are currently available on the City of Epworth’s website under the Recreation tab. Forms and fees can be returned to Epworth City Hall in the convenient drop box at the front door.

For high school-age children, the sign-up due date is 5-16-20 with games starting on 7-5-20 through 8-2-20.Youth (k-8) sign-up due date is 6-13-20 with games starting 8-22-20 through 10-17-20.

Help Voters in Your Community!Do you have an urge to serve your community but don’t know how? Do you have energy, stamina, and possess good computer, and listening skills? Want to earn extra $$$ while participating in an important civic activity? Then apply to become a Precinct Election Official. We provide competitive election day wages, paid training, and expert instruction, as well as providing you with the most up-to-date election equipment available. This year’s elections are the Primary Election, held Tuesday, June 2nd and the General Election held Tuesday, November 3rd. You can apply in person at the Dubuque County Auditor’s Office at 720 Central Avenue, Dubuque or apply online at www.dubuquecounty.org/elections using our Precinct Election Official Online Application. You can also call (563) 589-4457 for more information. What a great way to serve your community!

COMMUNITY SERVICESTree Program Receive a rebate of $50 for each tree purchased at a certified nursery. To diversify tree stock, maples are not eligible. Contact City Hall 876-3320 for details and eligible species.

Housing Trust Fund Does your home need repairs? Do you own a rental unit that needs upgrading? Are you a first time homeowner and need assistance with a down payment? Eastern Iowa Regional Housing Corporation can assist with proj-ects that improve the condition of both rental and owner-occupied housing in our area through the Local Housing Trust Fund. Projects must serve households that meet an income eligibility. Contact Carl Reimer, EIRHC, 563-690-5732.

Yard Waste Disposal Curbside pickup is available with the purchase of $2 yellow tags sold at City Hall.

Open Burning is allowed April 1st to May 15th. Phone dispatch (583-1711) to report your controlled burning.

Garbage and Recycling Service Glass is collected at the present time. Electronics are picked up free except all laptops, monitors and TV's require a $10 disposal tag purchased at City Hall. Appliance tags are required for appliance disposal and are sold only at City Hall ($10 each). Large items and extra bags can be disposed of with garbage tags – a $1.00 tag for each 40 pounds can be purchased at City Hall or Quik ‘N Handi. Remember to use a lid on your recycling container on those windy days, and label your container with your address to help with its return.

UPCOMING EVENTS - We will keep you updated on new events as our future gets brighter.


7Needles should be placed in screw-top plastic containers to be safely disposed of and clearly marked with “caution” on the container.

Water Utility Bills Enroll in Automatic Bill Pay to simplify your payment process. Call City Hall at 876-3320. If you use your own online bill payment service, it may take 7-10 days for us to receive your payment so plan to initiate your payment early. * Be mindful of plantings that will interfere with reading the exterior touchpad of your water meter.

Consumer Confidence Water Report 2019 is available at City Hall and on the City website: https://www.epworthiowa.org/vertical/sites/%7B21B64702-DCFB-48C5-BA54-C46F392DB5DC%7D/uploads/CCR2019.pdf This report contains important information about the source and quality of your drinking water.

Property Tax Abatement Incentive is offered by the City for eligible new home construction and commercial improvements. Commercial projects require approval of the Architectural Review Committee to qualify. All qualifying property must apply for the incentive by next February 1st. Contact City Hall for details.

Passport Services are offered at City Hall. Phone 876-3320 for requirements.

The Phil Silker Pavilion at Tower Park is available for your next gathering. Bookings are taken at City Hall.

Memorials on Light Poles along Jacoby Walkway Donations of all sizes appreciated. A donation or memorial of $500 and above will be recognized with a plaque on the light pole.

Memorials may also honor a loved one by purchasing a flower planter with memorial plaque.

TIPS FOR A SAFE AND FUN SUMMERWith outdoor activities in full swing, please keep the following items in mind in order for everyone to have an enjoyable, safe summer.

Trees are required to be kept trimmed at least eight (8) foot high along sidewalks and fifteen (15) feet high over streets. The property owner is responsible for the trees on his or her property.

Recreational Fires can add to summer fun when done safely. City ordinance requires recreation fires to be surrounded by an above-ground non-combustible material and be smaller than 4'x4' in area with flames no higher than 4'. Fires must be attended at all times or completely extinguished if unattended. Firewood or clean, untreated lumber are the only permissi-ble items for burning.

Vehicles may be stored outdoors in the owner’s yard if they are currently licensed and operable. Inoperable vehicles, car parts, and machinery must be stored inside.

Street Parking Vehicles may be parked on city streets for a period of 48 hours. Commercial vehicles while directly engaged in activities for which such vehicles are necessary can be parked for the duration. Trailers, boats, campers, and equipment may not be parked on streets.

Grass Blown in Streets is a littering violation and subject to a $100 fine.

Keep Epworth Beautiful!Pick up trash while out on a walk!


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Schueller PowerwashingSnow Removal/Lawn Care/Scrap Metal/Dumpster Rental

Fully Licensed & Insuredwww.epworthpowerwashingservice.com

Epworth, Iowa

Chuck Schueller 563-599-5607

Epworth Fire DepartmentChief Thomas I. Berger, Epworth Fire

The Epworth Fire Department would like to thank everyone for your support and concern as we navigate through the COVID-19 Pandemic. We are preparing and planning to provide the highest level of service to our citizens and the community that you have grown to deserve and expect. There will no doubt be challenges and changes as we move forward. By the time you read this, things will no doubt change drastically from when I am writing it. I do want you to know we are sharing information through our website with our members and are also practicing social distancing until we are through the worst of the pandemic. This is a scary time for emergency responders, their families, and the people we serve. We promise to provide the best care we can. It may just look a little different. We will be using personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep our volunteers and patients safe. This may take a couple more minutes in our response time on calls that need the extra precautions. We will limit the people who respond and enter the patient care circle. We encourage you to receive updates and information from reliable sources – mainly the Iowa Department of Public Health and the CDC. Stay informed and heed the warnings of our local, state, and federally elected officials.

The board of directors of the Epworth Community Volunteer Firemen, Inc. have also decided to have a No Dance – Dance. We will be conducting a mailing in May to seek donations as we do every year when we mail our dance tickets. This year due to the uncertainty of when the nation will be back to gathering in public, we have decided to cancel the dance itself. We understand the financial stress people are experiencing during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We rely heavily on our dance proceeds to fund the operations and capital expenses of the advanced life support ambulance service. We will appreciate whatever you are willing to donate. It is too early to discuss the picnic in July, but we will be gathering input and data and will make a decision well in advance of the event. We thank you in advance for your support.

Statewide cancellations occurred of Severe Weather Awareness Week, and the statewide tornado drill. We want to urge people to talk through “Shelter in place” plans with their family members and ensure you have a way to get additional information from reliable weather sources in the event of a watch and/or warning.

We wish everyone a safe and wonderful spring, and we hope that summer is just around the corner. We will get through the pandemic – together. We hope to get back to a more normal lifestyle soon. Please check out our website at www.epworthiowafire.org for updates and information about the department and like us on Facebook.

Highview CemeteryA Non-Denominational Community CemeteryContact:Bob Rolwes - 563-663-1182

Schipper Family Chiropractic, P.C.Specializing in total family care, infant to elderly

Kyle A. Schipper, D.C.Chiropractor

563-876-3777

210 Bierman RoadSuite FEpworth, IA 52045

Rausch Construction Company401 Edwards Street Epworth, Iowa


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Message from the MayorSandy Gassman

Thank you to those who organized the Easter Parade and handed out bags of goodies. The greeting from the Easter Bunny and drive-by candy handout was a creative way to celebrate with the cancellation of the annual Easter Egg Hunt. We are living in a time of uncertainty. It is reassuring to see the community come together and make the best of a challenging situation.

If you are unemployed and unable to pay your water bill, please contact City Hall and we will try to make arrangements to help you. Resources Unite, [email protected], is a source for help with utility bills. Their assistance is confidential and they are there to help anyone who is struggling.

The Fifth Avenue project has started. Again, we ask for your cooperation and patience during this process.

There may be days during construction when you are unable to access your driveway. Temporary gravel will be placed to allow access back to individual driveways in the evening.

• The contractor will collect the garbage if the garbage truck is unable to make it to the area. They ask that you have your garbage out by 7:00 AM on Tuesdays and mark garbage cans, recycling bins,a and lids with your address. (This is a good idea for everyone since we often have windy garbage days.)

• The City has a small amount of low to moderate income (LMI) funds that are available to assist in payment of the street assessment for qualified households. For example, a one person household with an annual income of less than $45,550 or a two person household with an annual income under $52,550 would be eligible. If you think you may qualify, contact City Hall for more information.

• Updates will be posted on the City Website and Facebook page. Please communicate with friends and relatives living in the area who may not have access. If you would like to be on a project update email list, call City Hall.

With spring clean-up comes yard waste. A reminder that the City offers curbside pickup with a $2 tag that can be purchased at City Hall. Open burning of yard waste is allowed during daylight hours April 1st to May 15th. The burn site must be attended and reported to County non-emergency dispatch at 583-1711.

Last, but certainly not least, I want to welcome Jessica Kennedy to the City staff. Jessica is our part-time deputy clerk. When we are able to unlock the doors to City Hall, stop in or wave through the window when you drop off your next water bill.

Although we are navigating through uncharted times, remember to look for the positive and know that as long as we continue to support each other, we will make it through.


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The Epworth Police Department would like to remind all drivers that driving on the wrong side of the street to drop off/pick up your mail is not only illegal but is also dangerous. Not only is your vision obstructed when you pull back into traffic, other drivers may not know what your intentions are which could cause an accident. It doesn't take that much extra time to park your vehicle properly and walk to the mailbox.

Another reminder: Please lock your vehicles when parked in the street or on a driveway. Several vehicles were gone through lately and in past years. No locked vehicles were entered at any time. All vehicles that had belongings taken out of them had been left unlocked. Take the time to help yourself and lock your vehicles.

See below for a copy of the new ATV/UTV and golf cart ordinances revised on 10/25/2019.

New regulations governing ATV, UTV and Golf cartsOperation on City Streets ATV and UTV may be operated on all streets within the City of Epworth. Operators must follow the restrictions imposed by the City and the Code of Iowa, and follow all state and local traffic laws.

Time of Operation ATV and UTV operation may begin at 5:00 AM and must cease at sunset.

Operator Requirements A person operating an ATV or UTV on streets in the City must be at least 18 years of age, have a valid driver’s license, carry proof of liability insurance, and display Iowa registration decal.

Equipment Required for Vehicle and Occupants on the streets of the City• Lit headlight(s) and taillight(s) (Iowa Code § 321I.13)• Brake lights, brakes (Iowa Code § 321I.13) and speedometer.• ATV – a single rearview mirror on either side. UTV- a single center rearview mirror or a side mirror.• An orange flag affixed to the ATV or UTV at a height that is at least six feet off of the ground or no less than one

foot above the top of the vehicle, whichever is higher.• A suitable and effective muffling device that complies with Iowa Code § 321I.12.• All occupied seating must be factory-equipped. Additional seating from the manufacturer installed under the roll

cage is allowed.

Unlawful Operation1. An ATV or UTV may not be operated or parked upon sidewalks, trails, or parks except for park areas

designated for parking. Exceptions for use in City Parks may be granted by the Police Department.2. All occupants must be in a designated seat with a properly adjusted and fastened seatbelt if the ATV or UTV is

so equipped. Parking ATVs and UTVs may be parked in City parking lots or on any streets where vehicle parking is permitted.

Epworth Police DepartmentJames Kauffmann, Epworth Police 563-876-3050


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Beyer Auto Body & Collision, INC307 1st Avenue NE Epworth, Iowa 52045

Marty Beyer 563-876-3613 Business563-451-8613 Cell

When you wreck them, we can fix them. Let’s meet by accident.

Bryce Barrett 563-876-3757

119 West Main Street Epworth, Iowa

Western Dubuque School Winter Athletes!

Golf Cart RegulationsOperation of Golf Carts

• Golf carts may be operated on all streets within the City of Epworth. Operators must follow the restrictions imposed by City and the Code of Iowa, and follow all state and local traffic laws.

• Golf carts may be operated on city streets by persons at least 16 years of age possessing a valid driver’s license, proof of financial responsibility, and City of Epworth registration.

• Golf carts may operate on the streets only from sunrise to sunset• Golf carts may not be operated or parked upon sidewalks, trails, or parks except for park areas designated for

parking. Exceptions for use in City Parks may be granted by the Police Department.• Golf carts may be parked in City parking lots or on any streets where vehicle parking is permitted.Golf carts

must be equipped with a slow moving vehicle sign, a bicycle safety flag, and equipped with adequate brakes and a single center rearview mirror or a side mirror.

We hope everyone has a fun and safe summer!!

Boys BasketballDylan JohnsonCarson Schute Jake AdamsCaleb KleinAidan OrrNathan Williams

Boys BB StatsEllie McDermott

Girls BasketballJenna FielderEmma GileMadison MaahsKylee Hedrick

Girls BB StatsMeg Krapfl

Boys BowlingJacob ButcherChandler FrostJacob GottschalkBen HeibergerTheodore HoffmannJustin KlostermannCurtis McGraneAlec NadermannBailey RiceConner WarrickColten Witthoft

Girls BowlingKirsten ButcherSara HorsfieldShelby RiceErica Wilson

WrestlingMichael BriesLevi BurdsNathan CaseyMax FeldmannTanner GaulCody HallahanPreston HefelZain Heiderscheit

Jake HoschDonavan HurleyEthan KlostermannJacob KlostermannRyan KlostermannCarter KluesnerTrayton KurimskiAnthony Mallers

Wrestling StatsMeredith HoernerAaliyah Streif

Every day is a busy day for Epworth students involved in winter sports. From juggling school work, early morning or late afternoon practices, and occasionally a part-time job, there’s not much down time. But that, sometimes, is what challenges students to compete wholeheartedly in their sport and succeed ‘til the end. Thank you for proudly representing our community and finishing with a bang. Great job from all of you!

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Straightline Construction

Robbie Hosch 563-876-3840

PO Box 200 Epworth, IA 52045

Kidder Valley Kennel

(563)[email protected]

Doug Koerperich22327 Kidder RoadEpworth, Iowa 52045

www.kvkennel.weebly.com

Spiegel Construction, Inc.Bill Spiegel 563-580-5202

Nathan Spiegel 563-580-5203

We Move the Earth

In their shop at 308 N Center Ave, pretty much every day you will find co-owners Eric and Angie Main hard at work creating precisely designed kitchen cabinets, vanities, bars, and/or entertainment centers.

If you have cabinets that are still in good condition and your preference is to freshen up what you already have, Eric can explore with you the option to reface your existing cabinets. Give him a call!

Eric has been involved with cabinetry for a long time. He first worked with his Dad, starting around 1993, then purchased and opened his current business in 2000. He’s had a lot of experience learning the many “tricks of the trade!”

Hours: Monday- Friday: 7 AM-3:30 PM

Appointments for estimates can be made by calling 563-876-3644 or 563-542-4057 or contact Eric at [email protected].

Visit his Facebook page to view his beautiful craftsmanship! Epworth Cabinet Shop: Facebook.com/Epworth-Cabinet-Shop-421618915002379/

Thanks, Eric and Angie, for your continued support to our community!

Business Highlight

RON McCARTHY Real Estate Specialist

563-542-0800 [email protected]

625 E. Main St. Epworth, IA 52045

Purchase 6 oil changes, get the 7th free!

Bourek’s Certified Auto Service Daniel Bourek, ownerASE Certified Master Automotive Technician ASE Certified Advanced Level Specialist

1/2 price alignment with purchase of 4 tires!

563-876-3007Call Sandy Kass at 563-580-3102

Epworth Cabinet Shop


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Dubuque County Library District-Epworth Branch Unfortunately, all five of our Dubuque County Library branches are closed right now, so we can't place any holds on items or check out any items. Hopefully, staying at home will help us kick this virus more quickly in our area enabling us to open back up sooner.

We can be found on Facebook by searching for Dubuque County Library District. We are currently aiming to post one resource or activity for each age group, each weekday. Our website calendar will also be updated as we add online programs.

Hope everyone will use this time to read one of those books that has been sitting on your bookshelf, waiting for you to pick it up.

Note: The Little Library next to the Sports Court, cared for by Ron and Marian Blume, has re-opened and is restocked. Please stop by and help yourself to any of the materials you are interested in. Lots of workbooks for kids. Let Marion know, via Facebook, if you want anything. She may have it in stock.

Located at 210 Bierman Road, just south of the Epworth library, inside the USDA Service Center is the Dubuque Soil & Water Conservation District office. The District celebrated their 75th Anniversary on March 26, 2020. Here are some interesting tidbits about the District, their commissioners, and their activities.

In 1945 the Dubuque Soil & Water Conservation District was organized at the request of local citizens interested in soil and water conservation. The District is a subdivision of state government, governed by five district commissioners, who are elected at the general elections on a nonpartisan basis for four-year terms. The commissioners are volunteer conservation promoters who are charged by the Iowa General Assembly with the restoration and conservation of the soil, water, and related natural resources. Historically fifty county residents have served as Soil & Water Conservation District commissioners in Dubuque County. Current commissioners serving on the board have a combined total of more than forty-five years of experience. Current commissioners are Melvin Wilgenbusch – Durango, Wayne Demmer – Epworth, Mike Freiburger – Dubuque, Dave Ruden – Dubuque, and Jeff Schmitt – Holy Cross.

Conservation districts across Iowa have provided millions of cost-sharing dollars over the years to their local agricultural, woodland, and urban landowners to implement conservation practices such as cover crops, terraces, grassed waterways, ag waste structures, tree plantings, forest stand improvement, rain gardens, and permeable pavement to name just a few of the many practices.

The District helps guide the soil and water conservation programs in the county and has the opportunity to influence state and national conservation programs. Districts establish conservation priorities, establish acceptable soil loss limits, resolve soil loss complaints, approve soil conservation plans, and assist in the management of District funds and personnel.

Contact:210 Bierman Rd.Epworth, IA 52045(563) 876-3418 ext. 3fax (855)246-1527 www.dubuqueswcd.org


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Epworth Family ChiropracticMary Jo Kelchen, D.C.

116 W. Main St. PO Box 282

Epworth, Iowa 52045 563-876-3231

Epworth Cabinet ShopQUALITY EVERYONE CAN AFFORD

KITCHENS, VANITIES, BARS, ENTERTAINMENT CENTERS & MORE

ALL COUNTERTOPS

Eric Main - OwnerPhone/Fax: 563-876-3644 Cell: 563-542-4057

epworthcabinetshop.com

Construction Ready-Mix Concrete Aggregate Materials

HORSFIELD COMPANIES505 East Main St. P.O. Box 305 Epworth, Iowa 52045 www.horsfieldinc.com

EPWORTH: Phone: 563-876-3335 Fax: 563-876-3487

PEOSTA: Phone: 563-556-4080 Fax: 563-556-4436

Epworth TV & SatelliteDave Koerperich Owner

Authorized Service Center for LG Satellite & Antenna Systems Sales & Service

103 East Main Epworth, Iowa 52045

[email protected]

Work: 563-876-3147 Home: 563-876-3117

Cell: 563-542-3118 Fax: 563-876-3147

563-876-3353 www.dwci.edu [email protected]

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED

BARDMATERIALS.COM

CENTRAL REGION 563-583-6494Ready-Mix Concrete & Aggregate Supplier

Reiff Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Inc.

Serving Since 1959

FARLEY * EPWORTH * DYERSVILLE * CASCADE115 East Main St. Epworth, Iowa 52045 563-876-3666

INTERNETServing the Epworth area.

Call or email us today to schedule your site survey to see if your home

qualifies. 563-879-3203 bernardtelephone.com

DAVE HALL CONSTRUCTIONGeneral Contractor

Office: 563-876-3171Mobile: 563-213-0442

11919 Gun Club Rd.Epworth, Iowa 52045

• New Home Construction• Remodeling• Kitchens• Bathrooms• Skid Loader Services

• Decks• Roofing• Siding

Caring Hands Massage Connie Gibbs, LMT

318 Manchester Ave Earlville, Iowa 52041563-920-1998

116 W. Main St. Epworth, Iowa 563-876-3231

Certified Massage Therapist

Kelly Wink Joanne Rauen, owner Susie Kramer Rhonda Kluesner Donna Nadermann

563-876-3220105 West Main Epworth, Iowa 52045

Hours Mon-Fri 5:00 AM-11 PM Sat. 5:30 AM-11 PMSun. 6:00 AM-11 PM

206 S. Center Ave. Epworth, Iowa 563-876-3800

(Quik ‘n Handi)

McDermott Wall & Floor Repair Luke McDermott

Bowed & Cracked WallsGarage Floor Repair & CoatingConcrete Raising & Leveling

Cell: 563-599-4588 [email protected]

Funnagan’s Rodman’s Sports Bar

112 W. Main Street Epworth, Iowa

Peg Ries512-2nd St. SWEpworth, IA [email protected]

Long-arm Machine Quilting

since 1989

Peg's Quality Quilting

"Each quilt treated as if it were my own"


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Plumbing - Drain Cleaning - Back flow Testing - Heating & Cooling - ElectricalConcrete Construction - Excavating - Trucking

116 W. Main St. Epworth, Iowa 563-876-3231

Kim’s Kreations 110 North Center Ave. PO Box 301 Epworth, Iowa 52045

(563) 876-3078 Kim Simon - Owner

Kramer’s Mini-Storage520 Richards Drive Epworth, Iowa

THE PIZZA FACTORY 104 N. Center Ave. Epworth

Pizza, Chicken, Seafood, Sandwiches, Salads & Mexican

563-876-3153

Roger and Rachel Weber 107 West Main Street

Epworth, Iowa 563-876-9625

Lunch Special Mon - Fri Pizza available

Tri-Dub Motors LLCAUTO-REPAIR WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT

BEN WOLF, Owner

111 W. Main St. Suite A Epworth, Iowa 52045 563-542-4527

[email protected]

East Iowa Mechanical East Iowa Construction

302 North Center Ave PO Box 59Epworth, Iowa 52045

Office: 563-876-5573FAX: 563-876-9063

[email protected]

Moonen Law OfficeLicensed in Iowa and Illinois

111 West Main St. - PO Box 57Epworth, Iowa 52045

563-876-3451

www.silkers.com

101 West MainEpworth, Iowa563-876-5575

Cornerstone Concrete

811 W. Main StreetEpworth, Iowa

Mike Oberfoell, owner

Eastern Iowa Dairy Systems, Inc.

Laminate Works, LLC

DIRK DEUTMEYER105 1st Street SWPO Box 448Epworth, Iowa 52045-0448

phone 563-876-3532fax 563-876-3652

[email protected]

countertops - laminate cabinets - custom laminate products

105 3rd Ave NW Epworth, Iowa 52045

John Gile & Joe Craigo [email protected]

563-542-3608 or 563-876-3425

Dan Connolly Construction

563-876-5500 Home 563-542-0056 CellBox 240 Epworth, Iowa 52045

Carpentry .Electrical . Plumbing

Then & Kramer Construction Shannon KramerOwner-Contractor-Builder

New Home Construction - Remodeling - Additions - Finish Work

563-543-8927413 E Main Street

Epworth, Iowa 52045

Don Rusk - [email protected]

635 E. Main Street PO Box 271 Epworth, IA 52045

563-876-3311 563-876-9402 FAX800-235-7547 www.ruskmetal.com

Stecklein’s Tree Service Sales and Installation

Jeff Stecklein20889 E Pleasant Grove Rd.

Epworth, IA 52045

563-599-3169

[email protected]


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NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONUS Postage Paid

Epworth, IAPermit #10

ECR WSS

POSTAL PATRONEPWORTH, IA 52045

Epworth Community Historical Society 110 Bierman Road - Suite CPO Box 434 Epworth, IA 52045

Bill Beyer, President 563-876-3213Deb Connolly, Vice President 563-744-3158Betty Mausser, Treasurer 563-876-3293

Museum tours available by appointmentBill Beyer 876-3213

Voice of Progress Dianne McDermott 563-543-3721Sandy Kass 563-580-3102Judy Berger 563-876-3689Betty Mausser 563-876-3293Sandy Wilgenbusch 563-876-3353

Minister’s MusingsEpworth United Methodist Church Pastor Julie Schubert 563.876.3193 office [email protected] www.eumc-ia.org

Hello Friends,

Greetings from the Epworth United Methodist Church. It is my hope that all are well and enjoying spring. When I was preparing my worship and devotion services online a few months ago, I came across a book that was given to me forty-five years ago by my youth pastor. It shows its age and a few pages are loose, but seeing it made me think of the people who have influenced my life. Pastor Rod was one of those people.

I leafed through the book and stopped at a page that had a paperclip attached. Reading the passage, it talked about how our lives are like a beautiful tapestry, or an intricate quilt. The materials used to make this tapestry can be smooth and shiny, or coarse and rough, sometimes both in the same piece. Our lives, too, are made up of beautiful smooth times and hard rocky times, all mixed into one. But the one thing we must remember is that our Heavenly Father walks with us during all of those times. He knits us together and knows the plans he has for us. Our maker and creator promises to always be with us. The one thing that binds experiences in our life together, whether smooth and shiny or coarse and rough, is the golden strand of his Grace that runs throughout.

Just think, we are all created by God, but each of us is wonderfully different. We are all given a plan and path to walk and all are unique. And the best thing is that when we stumble on that path, God is there to pick us up and cover us with that golden strand of Grace.

Just something to ponder as we travel together in this world. Have a wonderful summer. May God bless you all with health, safety, and lots of love!

Joy and Peace,Pastor Julie Schubert

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