24 Jan 2014

United Fire Group, Inc. Announces Its 2013 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Earnings Call

By Anita Novak

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, Jan. 24, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Fire Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:UFCS) (the "Company") announced today that its 2013 fourth quarter and year-end earnings results will be released before
the market opens on February 18, 2014. An earnings call will be held at 9:00 a.m. central standard time on that date to allow securities analysts, stockholders and other interested parties the opportunity to hear management discuss the Company's 2013 quarter and year-end results.

TELECONFERENCE: Dial-in information for the call is toll-free 1-877-407-8291 (international 201-689-8345). The event will be archived and available for digital replay through March 4, 2014. The replay access information is toll-free 1-877-660-6853; conference ID no. 13574619.

WEBCAST: A webcast of the teleconference can be accessed at the Company's investor relations page at
http://ir.unitedfiregroup.com/events.cfm. The archived audio webcast will be available until March 4, 2014.

TRANSCRIPT: A transcript of the teleconference will be available on the Company's website soon after the completion of the teleconference. 

ABOUT UNITED FIRE GROUP, INC.: Founded in 1946 as United Fire & Casualty Company, United Fire Group, Inc., through its insurance company subsidiaries, is engaged in the business of writing property and casualty insurance and life insurance, and selling annuities.

Through our subsidiaries, we are licensed as a property and casualty insurer in 43 states, plus the District of Columbia, and we are represented by approximately 1,200 independent agencies. The United Fire pooled group is rated "A" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.

Our subsidiary, United Life Insurance Company, is licensed in 36 states, represented by more than 900 independent life agencies and rated an "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.

For more information about United Fire Group, Inc. visit www.unitedfiregroup.com.

CONTACT: Anita Novak, Director of Investor Relations 319-399-5251 or alnovak@unitedfiregroup.com

24 Jan 2014

City Council Work Sessions

By Jackie E. Holecek

City of Davenport, Iowa

Saturday, January 25, 2014, 8:30 a.m. 

City Council Chambers, City Hall, 226 West 4th Street 
I. Capital Improvement Program Introduction 
II. Sewer Improvements and Funding

City of Davenport, Iowa 
Wednesday, January 29, 2014, 5:30 p.m. 
City Council Chambers, City Hall, 226 West 4th
I. YMCA Concept Plans

24 Jan 2014

Loebsack Leads Call for Meeting with the White House to Discuss RFS

By Vonnie Hampel

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack today led a group of his colleagues calling for a meeting with President Barack Obama to discuss the unacceptable proposed renewable fuels volume obligations (RVOs) for the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS). Loebsack was joined by Reps. Bruce Braley (IA-01), Cheri Bustos (IL-17), William Enyart (IL-12), Collin Peterson (MN-07), Tim Walz (MN-01) and Rick Nolan (MN-08) in sending the letter. The same group of Representatives recently met with the Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy and shared their strong concerns about the devastating impact this cut will have on farmers, rural communities, and future investments in biofuels.

"Our top priority remains working to create good jobs and keep our economy moving forward. The proposed RFS volumes threaten to pull the rug out from under our rural economies that are already experiencing a 40 percent decline in the price of corn from last year, the biggest single year drop since 1960," the Representatives wrote to President Obama. "We believe the RFS plays a critical role as an alternative to foreign oil while simultaneously benefitting the U.S. economy and our rural communities. Thank you very much for your time and consideration, and we look forward to scheduling a meeting soon." 

 

A copy of the letter can be seen here.

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24 Jan 2014

Experience the thrill of an Olympic Alpine Slalom Course

By Ski Snowstar Winter Sports Park
WHAT: Modified Giant Slalom Format Course
WHEN: Monday Evenings
RACE TIME: 6:30PM - 7:30PM
COST: $5.00 per person (Pre-pay in the Welcome Center)
Run the course as many times as time permits. Results will be posted in the Lower Lodge Level

The Final Night of Races Will Include SPECIAL SURPRISES (don't miss out).

A downhill snow race course is an alpine skiing and alpine snowboarding discipline, involving moving quickly between poles (gates) spaced at certain distances. A Slalom course is much closer together than in Giant Slalom, Super-G or Downhill, thereby causing quicker and shorter turns. Our course is a combination of a Slalom and Giant Slalom (GS) setup known as a modified GS Format.

No previous experience necessary!

(All Proceeds Support the Snowstar Youth Race Team)
24 Jan 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 1/24/2014

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

Saturday, February 1, 2014.  Chamber Annual Awards Dinner

Davenport County Club 25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley, IA

5:30-6:30 Cocktails (cash bar) and Silent Auction

6:30 Awards

7:00 Dinner

8:00 Live Auction

6-10 Music by Keep Off the Grass

Please RSVP by January 24 to First Central State Bank at 563-289-2265 ordmulvania@firstcentralsb.com $35 per person paid in advance. Make check payable to LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 35, LeClaire, IA 52753.  Casual Party Attire.  To donate for auction items, take items to First Central State Bank or email chamber for more information.

Time to Renew your LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Membership or Join for 2014! Go towww.leclairechamber.com to renew or join, or see the attached form to complete and return.Deadline to renew, February 1, 2014. Thank you for your membership!

The March 2014 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode area!! Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. Just send your ad information toLeClaireChamber@gmail.com and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. No cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. If you would rather work with House of Print directly, send your ad to HouseofPrint@mchsi.com, and please copy LeClaireChamber@gmail.com Deadline February 7th, 5:00 p.m. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for SPRING!

WELCOME NEW MEMBER!

Riverbend Signworks 4927 Utica Ridge Road, Davenport, IA 52807 Helps organizations with their branding, signage and messaging.  Everything we do is meant to help a business grow or be more effective.  That is our passion and our Mission. We produce all sorts of signage and graphics - indoor (lobby, organizational, wallcoverings, etc) and outdoor (building, monument, wayfinding, etc) signage as well as vehicle graphics and wraps.  Additionally we create a fair amount of more specialty sort of graphics and projects like faux etched glass and floor graphics. We make an effort to be sure we understand the goal of your graphics and signage, and ensure that what we do helps your organization and is actually a good investment. If you have any projects you could use assistance with, please give us a call! 563-424-5841 or mobile 515-554-5015. bradmorrisonusa@gmail.comwww.RiverbendSignworks.com or www.Facebook.com/RiverbendSignworks

CALENDAR

Now through January - 31st - Tambi Rosendahl - Expressive Designs Men's and women's haircuts $10 for New Clients and kid's haircuts only $5! By appointment only. Call 370-9263. Exclusive special with Tambi only!

 

January 25th - Freedom Rock Trivia - LeClaire Fire Station Come help raise funds for the Freedom Rock, coming to the LeClaire levee as the chosen site for all of Scott County! Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia will start at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person. All proceeds will go to the Freedom Rock fund. You don't have to be good at trivia - come for the fun and to support this great cause! To reserve a table, email freedomrockscottcountyiowa@gmail.com or contact Barry Long - 563-949-6969.

 

January 26th - Faithful Pilot - Sunday Wine Tasting Only 8 glasses left! Reserve them now563.289.4156. $15 wine and small Bites 3:00 p.m. 563-289-4156

 

February 1st - LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner

Davenport County Club 25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley, IA

5:30-6:30 Cocktails (cash bar) and Silent Auction

6:30 Awards

7:00 Dinner

8:00 Live Auction

6-10 Music by Keep Off the Grass

Please RSVP by January 24 to First Central State Bank at 563-289-2265 ordmulvania@firstcentralsb.com $35 per person paid in advance. Make check payable to LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 35, LeClaire, IA 52753.  Casual Party Attire.  To donate for auction items, take items to First Central State Bank or email chamber for more information.

 

February 7th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5:30-8 p.m.

Mississippi River Distilling Company Food and Spirit Tastings www.mrdistilling.com

Wide River Winery Wine Samples. Dip Samples and recipes available.www.wideriverwinery.com

Aunt Hatties - Come in for a red velvet cupcake!

Razzleberries - Booze cake while it lasts!

Restaurants and several shops will be open late!

 

February 8th - TugFest Trivia - LeClaire Fire Station Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia will start at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person.  You don't have to be good at trivia - come for the fun! To reserve a table, email iatugfestfan@gmail.com

 

February 11th - Chamber Networking Breakfast - Bier Stube, LeClaire - 8 a.m. Everyone Welcome!  The Bier Stube now serves breakfast, 7-10:30 a.m. Check out the menu athttp://bier-stube.com/menus/leclaire-breakfast-menu/

 

February 12th - Edward Jones - Savvy Women, Smart Investors 11 a.m. at Faithful Pilot.Hosted by Amy Barnes of Edward Jones. Guest Speaker will be Ross Haeberle, Regional Manager with MFS Fund Distributors. Program will provide strategies and financial planning information pertinent to women.  Edward Jones will provide Lunch for all attendees, however, reservations must be made by February 4th and space is limited. Call 563-289-2243 to make reservations or for more information.

 

February 14th - Crane and Pelican Valentine's Day Dinner - 3 seatings, 5pm - 7pm - 9pm$100 per couple. Call for Reservations: 563-289-8774

 

February 14th - Faithful Pilot Valentine's Day Dinner - 2 seatings, 6p.m. and 8:30 p.m.  $60 per person, $35 wine pairing. Call for Reservations: 563-289-4156

 

February 19th - Charles Schwab - ETF's Explained Want to fill gaps in your portfolio? Discover how exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can help. 2:00pm. Charles Schwab, Eric Johannes, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300, Davenport, IA 52807. Please R.S.V.P 563-275-3663

 

February 22nd - Trivia at LeClaire Civic Center to benefit LeClaire Little League. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and Trivia will start at 7 p.m. Cost is $10 per person, 8 people per table maximum. You don't have to be a genius! To reserve a table, call Vicky, 563-639-4621.

 

February 23rd - Buffalo Bill's Birthday Party! The Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire invites the public to celebrate William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody's birthday from noon - 4 p.m. Born in LeClaire, IA on February 26th, 1846, he was a frontiersman, US Army Scout, and later a celebrity touring throughout the world with his "Wild West Congress." He remains a favorite among generations, world-wide. Free admission, light refreshments, children's activities, and a visit from "Buffalo Bill" himself! No RSVP required!

 

Save the Date

March 1st - Rock and Roll Bingo!  LeClaire Rec Center - Fund raiser for Freedom Rock. Songs will be played and you identify the songs on bingo cards. There will be 50/50 and other raffles.  Event will be hosted by Cody Tucker of B100!  More details to come!

 

March 7th - Buffalo BIll Museum Grand Opening & Ribbon-Cutting 5 p.m. Come celebrate the museum's expanded facility during an Open House (4-7pm) and the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce's Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 5pm.  It will be a great start of "First Friday" in LeClaire!

 

FYI

Beginning oil painting classes upstairs at the Crane and Pelican. They will begin on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 18th, 25th, Mar. 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th. Wednesday's beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 19th, 26th, Mar. 5th, 12th, 19th and the 26th. Classes will be small - cost $125.00 plus supplies. Please call Billie Davids, 563-349-3338

Riverbend Signworks is proud to have helped design and build a putt-putt golf hole for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters "Putt A Round" - and it won 1st place for "most difficult" golf hole!  We collaborated with Results Marketing and GalaxyOne on this project.  (yep, we do more than signs!) Also, only a few more days to take advantage of our design special!http://riverbendsignworks.com/winter-specials/

LeClaire Community Library welcomes our new full-time Children's Services Coordinator, Emily Arnold! Emily will be responsible for all children's programming and management of the library's children's department. She can be reached at eaarnold@leclaireiowa.gov . Please stop by the library to welcome her to LeClaire!

 

Winter Hours for the LeClaire Information Center Noon-3 p.m., Tuesday - Saturday. May be closed some days for inclement weather.

 

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Please share your knowledge and love of LeClaire with our visitors! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer. The winter shifts are 1½ - 3 hours. You will be trained, and it is fun!

 

New hours for LeClaire Antiques & Appraisals - Wed - Sat 11-4 and by appointment!

Commercial Property Available - 1295 and 1297 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. There are two in-line units available consisting of 2,160 sq. ft. each or 4,320 sq. ft. combined and suitable for either retail or office user. The location provides plenty of parking just off Highway 67/Cody Road with an overview of the Great River Road. It has excellent visibility with an elevated monument sign, and is located close to the first Iowa exit on I-80. Current co-tenants include Slagle Foods, Subway, First Central State Bank, and Style with PM Interiors. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct:563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Rent - 204 Jones St. - Call 563-370-2386 for more information. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only. Lease with option to purchase.

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. Washer & dryers in every unit along with all other appliances. Each apartment has either a balcony or a patio.  Considerable storage in each 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 for a tour and more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? If you own residential rental property or commercial property that is available for lease or sale in the greater LeClaire region, please contact the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, leclairechamber@gmail.com, with a property description, complete contact information including phone numbers and rental or purchase pricing. As a service to the community, we would like to have the information available so we can share the most up-to-date information on our website!
Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire Meals for Seniors at the church every Monday,Wednesday and Friday at 12 noon. Good food and a time to visit with others. Please call 563-289-3646 and make a reservation 2 days in advance.

 

LeClaire Recreation Center Calendar - Join us for Family Nights!

4:00-6:30pm, $2 per person; 3 and under free. Concessions available.

February 8th - Open gym and movie "Casper"

March 8th - Open gym and movie "ET"

All movies start at 5:00 pm - www.leclairereccenter.com

 

24 Jan 2014

4 Ways Anyone Can Be More Like a Marine

By Ginny Grimsley

U.S. Citizens Appreciate the Character of Those Protecting Them, Says Former Intelligence Officer

They're called "The Few. The Proud;" does that mean the many Americans who admire the U.S. Marines never hope to become more like them? Eric Wentz, a highly decorated military intelligence specialist who served his country for 26 years, says yes.

"For many, the Marines embody all that the men and women of the United States military stand for, which includes a principled lifestyle that ultimately serves to defend the democratic values espoused in our constitution, and our love for freedom," says Wentz, a former intelligence officer and author of a new Readers Choice Award-winning novel based on his experiences, "Killing Sharks: De Profundis," (www.ericwentz.com).

"There really are bad actors throughout the world who want nothing more than to see the destruction of our civilization - all that was built by our founding fathers and continued throughout the generations - to be replaced by a foreign ideology. The Marines are often the first to prevent that from happening." 

Wentz explores four defining characteristics of Marines that any American can emulate:

• An adherence to honor and integrity - Semper Fidelis: The translation of the famous Latin phrase is "always faithful" - faithful to the present mission, to fellow Marines and to the United States, no matter what. Recruits who enter into basic training undergo a transformation that lasts a lifetime. Once a Marine, always a Marine, expected to forever live by the ethics and values of the Corps: an aversion to lying, cheating and stealing; an uncompromising code of personal integrity; a love for accountability, self-reliance and discipline. Honor, courage and commitment are the bedrock of a Marine's values. Similar codes can be found throughout history, including the chivalry of Medieval knighthood and codes found among other fabled warriors, including the Spartans and Trojans.

• A commitment to physical fitness: Part and parcel to a code of values is the commitment to physical fitness. Marines are warriors who must be able to overcome all manner of physical obstacles. Sadly, for many Americans, a serious physical challenge is fitting into an airplane coach-class seat. With such a small percentage of Americans making up our military, less than 1 percent, compared to a high percentage of overweight citizens, it's easier to see why Marines are viewed with high esteem. Physical fitness is the outward reflection of the inner character demanded of these warriors.

• Willingness to sacrifice: Military members fighting in wars are routinely asked to make the ultimate sacrifice by putting one's life on the line to complete a mission. If a life isn't lost, a Marine's limbs or mental and emotional well-being may be. Sacrifice also means doing several tours in a war zone, half a world away from family, to exist in a hostile environment. Many individuals forgo a comfortable and profitable life at home in order to fight for the greater good of all Americans.

• Fear of commitment is not an option: A Marine recruit simply cannot pussy-foot his or her commitments; you cannot be a runaway bride or an uncertain, hand-wringing groom. Marines must be gung ho in the face of adversity. They are individuals of action and consequence, and there can be no debate with a superior when asked to risk one's life for the good of the mission. Luckily, civilians rarely face such demands. However, as Wentz points out, if they demonstrate such commitment to integrity in finances, health, business, civic and personal obligations, they'll also do their part in contributing to the strength and defense of the nation.

About Eric Wentz

Eric Wentz is a 26-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served as an intelligence officer, interrogator and linguist. He has a bachelor's degree in history and English literature, a master's degree in linguistics, and a Master of Science degree and doctorate in educational administration. He is also a certified SCUBA diver and an experienced canoeist. His novel, "Killing Sharks: De Profundis," has won the Readers Choice Book Reviews Bronze Award.

24 Jan 2014

Mallards Top Brampton 4-1

By Brian Lavelle

BRAMPTON, Ontario (January 23, 2014) - Gergo Nagy scored two goals and added an assist and Ty Rimmer made 34 saves as the Quad City Mallards defeated the host Brampton Beast 4-1 Thursdaynight.  With the victory, the Mallards (17-9-7, 41 points) snapped a four game winless streak and moved into a sixth place tie with the Tulsa Oilers

After Quad City's Jeff Lee broke a scoreless deadlock from the doorstep 11 minutes into the second period, Nagy would lead the charge as the Mallards took control in the third period.  Matt Boyd roofed Nagy's centering feed to double the Mallard lead at 4:54 of the third.  At 13:21 Nagy stretched the gap to 3-0 with a blast from the slot.  Rob Collins's wrist shot from the top of the left wing circle cut the margin to 3-1 and spoiled Rimmer's shutout bid with 2:07 remaining but Nagy would cap off the Mallard victory by scoring an empty net goal with just 65 seconds left

Vladimir Nikiforov returned to the Mallards' line-up Thursday night after coming off injured reserve earlier in the week.

The Mallards and Beast meet again tomorrow night in Brampton.  The Mallards next play at home onFriday, January 31 at 7:05 p.m. against the Tulsa Oilers.  January 31 is another $1 Dog/$1 Beer Night presented by 97X.  $1 hot dogs and beers will be available at iWireless Center concession stands during each of the Mallards' 11 Friday night home games this season.  

 

Tickets for the January 31 game and all Mallards regular season home games can be purchased at the iWireless Center ticket office, Ticketmaster outlets, through ticketmaster.com or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The ticket office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

About the Quad City Mallards
A proud affiliate of the National Hockey League's Minnesota Wild and the American Hockey League's Iowa Wild, the Quad City Mallards are in the midst of their seventeenth season their fourth in the Central Hockey League.  One of the winningest teams in all of minor league hockey, the Mallards competed in the United Hockey League from 1995 through 2007 and in the International Hockey League in 2009-10.  The Mallards' proud history has seen them capture the UHL's Colonial Cup Championship three times (1997, 1998, 2001) and secure that league's Tarry Cup four times (1998, 2000, 2001, 2002) for the best overall regular season record.  In 2001, the Mallards made professional hockey history, recording their sixth consecutive season with 50 or more wins, a feat that has yet to be matched.  The iWireless Center provides a unique environment for hockey and features one-of-a-kind seating areas such as the Nest for groups and functions and the exclusive Drake Club.  For more information on the Quad City Mallards or for Mallards tickets go to www.myqcmallards.com.  Fans can also follow the Mallards via Twitter at twitter.com/myqcmallards and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/quadcitymallards.

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24 Jan 2014

RASCAL DELIVERS VALENTINES WITH SWEETHEART SPECIAL

By Marco LaNave

First 25 fans to place orders can have the River Bandits mascot deliver a ValentineFeb. 12, 13 or 14

DAVENPORT, Iowa (JAN. 24, 2014) - With baseball spring training nearly in sight, it is a special time for Rascal the River Bandit, the friendliest raccoon in baseball, to spread joy and warmth to the Quad Cities. The River Bandits' mascot will once again deliver Valentines for the first 25 people to order one of Rascal's Sweetheart Special packages that celebrate Valentine's Day the River Bandits way.

For just $35, Rascal will paw-deliver a personalized card and any of three unique packages between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, Thursday, Feb. 13, or Friday, Feb. 14, to the workplace or residence of a special someone within a 25-mile radius from Modern Woodmen Park.

"Rascal's Sweetheart Special makes a loved one's Valentine's Day memorable and comes with the charming surprise of a delivery by Rascal himself!" said River Bandits co-owner Dave Heller. "Along with a Valentine is a fabulous gift of a River Bandits game to look forward to as baseball season returns."

The Sweetheart Special comes in the following three packages, each of which is $35:

  • River Bandits Romeo: A River Bandits logo baseball, pennant and two Lower Box Seat Vouchers to any 2014 River Bandits home game.

  • Bandit Beauty: A box of chocolates and two Lower Box Seat Vouchers to any 2014 River Bandits home game.

  • Lil' Cupid: A package of candy and a 2014 Kids Club membership, including a free ticket for a child 14 or younger to all 2014 River Bandits home games.

"These packages offer unique options for any special someone to receive a Valentine from the always fun-loving Rascal," said River Bandits General Manager Andrew Chesser. "Rascal will have a full schedule to celebrate Valentine's Day and the approaching baseball season, so this opportunity is not one to miss!"

To reserve one of the packages of Rascal's Sweetheart Special, call Brittany Carter at 563-333-2736. Only the first 25 orders will be accepted.

UP NEXT: Call today to reserve a Valentine's Day dinner at Modern Woodmen Park for Friday, Feb. 14, orSaturday, Feb. 15. Couples can enjoy a gourmet four-course dinner in a private luxury suite or take in the spectacular views of the ballpark, Centennial Bridge, Mississippi River and downtown Davenport from a table in the glass-enclosed, climate-controlled Sky Deck. Reservations are due Thursday, Feb. 6, by calling 563-324-3000. To order ticket plans - with new lower prices - for next season, call the River Bandits box office at 563-324-3000 or visit www.riverbandits.com to download the season ticket order form. Season ticket and mini-plan packages start at just seven games and begin at less than $40. Call a River Bandits account representative today to choose your seats and get the details of our various mini-plan packages.

ABOUT THE BANDITS: Having just been named Ballpark Digest's winner of Best Ballpark Improvement in America under $1 million, the River Bandits ownership is making one of the biggest improvements to Modern Woodmen Park since the ballpark was first built back in 1931! A new Ferris wheel, standing 112 feet over the playing field, is opening this spring, along with a carousel, a new ride called a "Drop and Twist," an expanded zip line, and many other new games and attractions. In 2013, the team unveiled a new 220-foot long dual zip line, a rock climbing wall, and a number of new bounce houses. The team's major league affiliate, the Houston Astros, just saw all six of its affiliates reach the playoffs - the first time in a decade any MLB team can claim such success. The River Bandits were one of three affiliates to reach the championship round and one of two to win their league championship.

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24 Jan 2014

Iowa Supreme Court Opinions January 24, 2014

By Iowa Judicial Branch
Notice: The opinions posted on this site are slip opinions only. Under the Rules of Appellate Procedure a party has a limited number of days to request a rehearing after the filing of an opinion. Also, all slip opinions are subject to modification or correction by the court. Therefore, opinions on this site are not to be considered the final decisions of the court. The official published opinions of the Iowa Supreme Court are those published in the North Western Reporter published by West Group.
Opinions released before April 2006 and available in the archives are posted in Word format. Opinions released after April 2006 are posted to the website in PDF (Portable Document Format).   Note: To open a PDF you must have the free Acrobat Reader installed. PDF format preserves the original appearance of a document without requiring you to possess the software that created that document. For more information about PDF read: Using the Adobe Reader.
For your convenience, the Judicial Branch offers a free e-mail notification service for Supreme Court opinions, Court of Appeals opinions, press releases and orders. To subscribe, click here.
NOTE: Copies of these opinions may be obtained from the Clerk of the Supreme Court, Judicial Branch Building, 1111 East Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50319, for a fee of fifty cents per page.
No. 12-1928
IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF MELISSA JO MIHM AND SCOTT ANTHONY MIHM, Upon the Petition of MELISSA JO MIHM n/k/a MELISSA JO WEBER
No. 12-2226
EDWARD CROWELL, Plaintiff, vs. STATE PUBLIC DEFENDER and IOWA DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT
24 Jan 2014

Be a part of the soy checkoff's See for Yourself 2014

By Rick Martin
Join the United Soybean Board (USB) on the 2014 See for Yourself program. This event provides 10 U.S. soybean farmers with an opportunity to see their soy checkoff in action both at home and abroad. To help show what these farmers are learning and inform other soybean farmers about the soy checkoff, USB invites two members of the agricultural media to attend the 2014 program. 

If you would like to be considered for selection to attend the 10-day program, fill out the online application today. Selected media representatives will be contacted by March 1. Travel expenses are eligible for reimbursement by USB. To learn more about the program, visit the See for Yourself webpage on the USB website. 
APPLY: Please fill out the application by 5 p.m. Central Time, Friday, Jan. 24.
CONTACT: Laura Smith, USB Communications, Laura.Smith@osbornbarr.com or314-236-6916, or Erin Davis, USB Communications,Erin.Davis@osbornbarr.com or 314-746-1962. 

The 70 farmer-directors of USB oversee the investments of the soy checkoff to maximize profit opportunities for all U.S. soybean farmers. These volunteers invest and leverage checkoff funds to increase the value of U.S. soy meal and oil, to ensure U.S. soybean farmers and their customers have the freedom and infrastructure to operate, and to meet the needs of U.S. soy's customers. As stipulated in the federal Soybean Promotion, Research and Consumer Information Act, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has oversight responsibilities for USB and the soy checkoff.

For more information on the United Soybean Board, visitwww.unitedsoybean.org
Visit us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/UnitedSoybeanBoard
Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/unitedsoy
View our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/user/UnitedSoybeanBoard

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