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GOLF TOURNAMENTSponsored by the Crescent Optimist Club

Quail Run Country ClubNeola, IA

Saturday, June 30th11am Shot Gun Start 4 Person Best Ball$180.00 per team

Includes:18 Holes of GolfMeal After Golf

Flight Prizes • Flag Prizes • Door PrizesGolf cart rental at own expense.

To reserve call Quail Run at 712-485-2266To sign up contact Jon Barnes

(402) 871-9607 or (712) 545-4334Space is limited to 18 teams.

T H ECrescentContact:Jody Shea, EditorBox 260 Crescent, IA 51526

Email: CrescentConnection@earthlink.netCell: (402) 968-5484

CONNECT IONIn This Issue...

Page 2 .......................City Council Minutes Page 3 .................................... Time Out!Page 4 ........... Pott. County Sheriff’s Report

Question of the MonthLoess Hills Neighborhood Watch

Page 5 ..................... What’s Up at CECC?You Know You’re Living in 2012

Page 6 ................................Road RunnersPage 7 ..........................Library Story Time

Thank God for Old PeoplePage 8 & 9 ............................AdvertisersPage 10 ......................Useless Knowledge

Ad RatesSubscription Info

Issue 5Volume 12

Welcome New Advertiser...Peoples Service!

The Scouts of Crescent have partnered with the City of Crescent to plant some raised beds at the Vet’s Monument on the highway south of town. Rick Reimer has generously built the first four of them. Dirt and mulch were filled in as part of the Beautification Day. The evening of Tuesday, May 22nd they all gathered to plant annuals, perennials, and some vegetables some of which were donated. Afterwards they grilled burgers donated by the Pink Poodle and hot dogs. Everyone brought a side dish along with their gardening tools and watering cans.

Jordyn Reimer and Anna Newby along with Anna’s grandpa, Paul Shomshor,

help with grass clippings.

Pulling weeds and planting was a joint effort. There were over 18 Scouts and

their families that took part.

The Annual Crescent Neighborhood

Garage SaleFri-Sat, June 8th & 9th

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Annual Crescent Neighborhood Garage Sale...It’s time again for our yearly citywide garage sale. This has become a tradition for garage sale shoppers around the area and is expected to draw a good crowd. If you’ve been thinking of having one, now’s the time. For $5.00 your address will be listed on a flyer of participants along with additional advertising. To participate, please call Jenny for details at 712-227-0020 or email: Dizona6196@aol.com.

Cub and Girl Scouts Dig Gardening!

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Contact Numbers

Mayor Brian Shea

712-545-3652(

Councilman Bob Anderson

712-545-3373(

Councilman Daryl Clark

402-658-0657(

Councilman Elvis Jacobsen

712-545-3215(

Councilman Patrick Morgan712-227-0083

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Councilman Chuck Stokes

712-545-9085(

City ClerkMary Martin

712-545-3981(

Park BoardJim Campin

712-227-0040(

Message BoardRon Olson

712-545-3267(

Crescent Fire Dept.Non-Emergency712-545-3730

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Crescent Elementary712-545-4492

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY OF CRESCENT COUNCIL MEETING May 7th, 2012...THE CRESCENT CITY COUNCIL met in regular session in the Crescent Community Hall at 7:00pm pursuant to the law. Mayor Protem Anderson called the meeting to order. The following Council members were present: Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan. Mayor Shea, absent. MOTION BY JACOBSEN, seconded by Stokes to accept consent agenda. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. SHERIFF JEFF DANKER/SHERIFF CANDIDATE addressed Council with his goals should he be re-elected. MANHOLE PROJECT BIDS were opened May 3rd in the Community Hall. Low bid was received from Utility Solutions out of Kansas. Recommendation from Olsson & Assoc. to award Utility Solutions the bid for the manhole project. MOTION BY STOKES, seconded by Clark to accept recommendation from Olsson & Assoc. to award Utility Solutions the job. Start date to be determined. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. LIQUOR LICENSE/GARDEN GROVE submitted for approval. This license is still pending dram according to Anderson.MOTION BY CLARK, seconded by Jacobsen to approve liquor license pending dram is submitted to Ia. Alcohol Bureau before the expiration date. Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, ayes. Anderson, abstain. Motion carried.2011/2012 BUDGET AMENDMENT submitted for approval. MOTION BY CLARK, seconded by Stokes to approve budget amendment for FY 2011/2012. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. ORDINANCE #051012 “AMENDING ANIMAL CONTROL” submitted for second reading. MOTION BY CLARK, seconded by Jacobsen to approve second reading of revised animal control ordinance # 051012. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. MOTION BY JACOBSEN, seconded by Clark to waive third reading of revised animal control ordinance # 051012. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. WAIVER LIABILITY FORM for message board submitted for approval. MOTION BY STOKES, seconded by Jacobsen to approve liability waiver form. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. PARK BOARD/NO REPORT GALEN BARRETT/FIRE CHIEF reported that April consisted of 23 calls bringing yearly total to 91. He also reported that the department had the opportunity for a very good training over the weekend of April 20, 21, 22nd. The department had a live burn and leveled the old Romeo Entertainment bldg. RON OLSON/PLANNING COMMISSION submitted a parcel split for Ed Morrison 610/616 Johnson St. MOTION BY STOKES, seconded by Clark to approve parcel split. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. FENCE APPLICATION 1417 Golden Hills Dr. submitted for approval. MOTION BY STOKES, seconded by Clark to approve fence application. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. DECK APPLICATION for 105 Powells Addition submitted for approval. MOTION BY STOKES, seconded by Clark to approve deck application. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. MAINTENANCE REPORT/ Anderson met with Centurylink regarding their line that is bored through a drain pipe on E. Welch St. This continuously catches cornstalks and cause overflowing problems that damages the park. They have agreed to remove this line. Discussion incurred regarding Powells Addition ditch. This ditch needs cleaning and debris needs to be removed. Ditch contains sewer line so any work needs to be planned. MOTION BY STOKES, seconded by Clark to adjourn the meeting. Anderson, Clark, Jacobsen, Stokes, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. MEETING adjourned at 8:00pm. MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY OF CRESCENT COUNCIL MEETING May 9, 2012 THE CRESCENT CITY COUNCIL met in special closed session in the Crescent Community Hall at 5:30PM pursuant to the law. Mayor Shea called the meeting to order. The following Council members were present: Anderson, Jacobsen, Morgan. Stokes, Clark, absent. Also in attendance: Brian Shea, Mayor, R. J. Romeo, Bob Romeo, LaDeen Pierson, Rob Tamisea, and city attorney, Joe Thornton by phone. MOTION BY ANDERSON, seconded by Jacobsen to go into closed session. Anderson, Jacobsen, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. MOTION BY ANDERSON, seconded by Jacobsen to go out of closed session at 6:40pm pursuant to Chapter 21.5 code State of Iowa. Anderson, Jacobsen, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. MOTION BY ANDERSON, seconded by Jacobsen to adjourn the meeting. Anderson, Jacobsen, Morgan, all ayes. Motion carried. MEETING adjourned at 6:42pm

Crescent City CouncilSubmitted by Mary Martin, City Clerk. The City of Crescent is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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City Council: First Monday of every month unless holiday—June 4th Planning Committee: Second Monday of the month or the Monday following the city council meeting.Crescent Optimist Club: First Thurs. at 7pm at Community of Christ.

FIREBARN BREAKFAST3rd Sunday of Every Month . 8am-1pm

June 17thProceeds benefit CVFD

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HALL & TAVERN

EVERYDAY!... Happy Hour Pull Tabs 3pm-6pm

Free Pool & Free PopcornSand Volleyball Leagues

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(except Thursday)Learn to Square Dance!

Bluffs Strutters Every Monday 7:00-9:30pm

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Summer Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 11am to 9pm

Saturday: 8am to 9pmAvailable for Parties!

Call for more info: 712-227-0027 Enjoy our Outdoor Seating!

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Serving farm-fresh breakfast plates, Grandma’s sticky rolls, fresh baked muffins,

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DENNY’S PLACEJoin Us

Sunday, June 24th6th Annual Denny’s Place

“Show Us Your Wheels” & BBQMore Classes, More Trophies, More Fun!

Sign Up Now for the Denny’s Place 2012 Nascar Club!

Hazel Dell United MethodistVacation Bible School

June 11-15, 9-11:30amClasses for 3yr-6th grade

Bible School, Music, Crafts & Fun with others.Registration $2 and 2 pkgs of Kool Aid

Everyone welcome & invite a friend. Theme: Adventures on Promise Land

by Standard PublishingFor more info, contact Janice 322-8022

Starting June 3rd through August...Sunday School & Church at 10:30am.

Church Activities

Third Saturday’s Our first Open House of the season is May 19, 2012 from 9 am to 3 pm . Join us every third Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm (May through October) to enjoy special programs and discounts! Visit Living Loess attractions and get a firsthand look at the scenic views, history, art and products being created here.

Join Us for “Third Saturday’s”! June 16th • July 21st

August 18th • September 15th October 20th

Open House at all 9 Locations9am - 3pm

Visit www.LivingLoess.com for a list of participating locations and other info.

Area Meetings

Time Out!

Save These Dates!Lincoln Hwy Buy-Way Yard Sale

August 9th, 10th & 11thQuestions? Contact Deb Rothmeyer

712-263-8356Email: DebRothmeyer@gmail.com

Join Us For A

5K Runas part of the Crescent Fall Festival

Saturday, September 22ndCrescent Ski Hills

9:00AM$25.00 Entry Fee

T-shirt, timed run, water and gift bag.Sponsored by Crescent Optimist Club

We’re also looking for

Parade ParticipantsIf you’d like to join in the fun, contact Kris Smith at 545-3118.We hit the sunny beaches where we occupy ourselves keeping the sun off our skin, the

saltwater off our bodies, and the sand out of our belongings. —Erma Bombeck

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4/2 at 3:51 PM Deputy Soucie was dispatched to the 600 block of Old Lincoln Highway in reference a Continuously Parked Vehicle. 4/6 at 4:38 PM Deputy McCoy was dispatched to the 900 block of Old Lincoln Highway in reference a Threats Report. 4/9 at 9:27 AM Deputy Arkfeld was dispatched to the 700 block of Old Lincoln Highway in reference a Theft Report. 4/11 at 12:24 PM Deputy Pattee was dispatched to the 1300 block of Old Lincoln Highway in reference Traffic Problems. 4/13 at 5:21 PM Deputy Shea was dispatched to the 500 block of Timber Dr. in reference a Welfare Check. 4/15 at 7:51AM Deputy Haven was dispatched to the 1000 block of Walnut St. in reference a Welfare Check.

Citations Issued in Crescent

•Operation Without RegistrationCitations Issued in Crescent Township

•Failure to Have Valid License/Permit While Operating a Motor Vehicle •Careless Driving •Failure to Maintain Control •Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle

Pott. County Sheriff’s Report

Submitted by Chief Deputy, John Reynolds

In honor of all newlyweds and soon-to-be’s, give us your best marriage advice.

Question of the Month

Sandra Rowe: My best marriage advice would be: Romance, Respect, and Reality Cindy Shea: Don’t treat your spouse any less respectfully than you would your best friend. To journey of joy and love for a lifetime. Ella, age 6, and Tristin, age 4 from CECC, plan to get married “when they grow up.” In response to the question, Ella says, “Well, when you get married, you have to be happy ever after. It’s a rule.” Mildred’s words of wisdom on why her marriage lasted 60 years: “We have a 50-50 marriage. I cook it, he eats it. He raises the toilet seat, I lower it. He does the outside work, I do the inside work. I wash the windows inside, he doesn’t wash the windows outside. He doesn’t do windows. I make out the grocery list, and he doesn’t make out a grocery list. I drive, and he tells me how. If he needs help, he calls me. If I need help, I call him. We agree on religion and politics. After all these years, we enjoy going out to eat together, and we still enjoy each other’s company. It’s as simple as that.”

Next month’s question due by June 18th...

What’s your idea of the ultimate vacation?Email: CrescentConnection@earthlink.net or Call/Text: (402) 968-5484

Loess Hills Neighborhood WatchRural Residents Crime Report • April 2012 • Information provided by Crimemapping.com Many rural residents are quite frankly fed up with crime in their community. Pottawattamie County Sheriffs’ need residents’ involvement to help fight rural crime; they need more eyes, more ears. It is never recommended residents take matters into their own hands. “Always” call law enforcement. The best way for a rural neighborhood to fight crime is with the people who live there. It’s about giving back to your community. If you would like to get involved or start a neighborhood watch please contact Sergeant Dwayne Riche at the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office – 712-890-2223 Date/Time Crime Location4/2/12 12:50 AM Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Mudhollow & School Hill Ave4/7/12 07:00 AM Theft 2nd Degree 204 Blk Monument Rd 4/16/12 08:30 PM Burglary 3rd Degree Mudhollow Rd4/16/12 06:21 PM Vehicle Theft 2nd Degree Old Morman Bridge Rd4/21/12 06:30 PM Vehicle Theft 2nd Degree Sandy Loop & 145th St 4/23/12 05:25 PM Vehicle Theft 2nd Degree 19900 Blk Honeysuckle Rd4/26/12 09:00 PM Burglary 3rd Degree 19300 Blk Honeysuckle Rd4/27/12 11:57 AM Theft 2nd Degree 30900 Blk 145th St4/27/12 11:57 AM Criminal Trespass W/Injury 30900 Blk 145th St

Submitted by Eva Sanborn

Aspire to inspire before you

expire.—Church sign

I dreamed of a wedding of elaborate elegance, a church filled with

family and friends. I asked him what kind of a wedding he wished for,

He said one that would make me his wife.—Author Unknown

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What’s Up at CECC?Submitted by Linda & Mindy Brewer

At last, summer! The preschool kids aren’t counting the days. They like school. And really, the school-age kids do, too. But they think they are expected to want school to be over, so they do. Kids who go to day care don’t get to sleep in. They have to be up and ready when their folks need to go to work. But at the center, they get to laze around a bit more; be outside, play in the water, play games and just sit and talk. There will be “lessons” and reading time, but we try to make it seem more like fun than work. Our preschool class did go to the Omaha Symphony youth concert at the end of April. The one we attended was at St Philip Neri School on 30th St. just across the Mormon Bridge. It’s always interesting to see a different school. And there was a park just across the street, so we had a picnic after the concert. It is always surprising to see how interested preschoolers are in the instruments and music of the orchestra. This summer, we are trying to find people who play instruments to come in and demonstrate them for our kids. If you play an instrument and would be willing to give us a brief concert (any day; any time), please give us a call. Our preschoolers, especially, would love it. Speaking of music and the arts… CECC got a grant from Promise Partners to facilitate enrichment classes as we did in the summers of 2010 and 2009. The emphasis, this summer, will be the arts. We pointed out in our application that the public schools are

having to cut back on arts program and how important learning about and participating in the arts is for young children. The classes are scheduled for Tuesday mornings at 10:00 in the community room beginning June 5th. They are open to all kids who choose to attend. Age guidelines might be from three to ten, or so. We hope if your child lives in Crescent, he/she could walk to the community room or if further away, someone would think it is important enough to bring him or her for that hour, once a week. There is no charge. We are contacting people in drama, music, dance and art to find teachers for the classes. We’ll have a specific schedule in June. If you or someone you know would be interested in teaching a class, contact us. There is a stipend. Our goal, for August, is to take the kids to a workshop at the Rose Theater and to have a “Crescent’s Got Talent” show at the end of the classes. Our thanks, this month, go to Mike and Jordan Harmon, Troy Thomason and Matt and Jace, and to Chris Brewer who moved three tons of wood chips on to the playground and painted and fixed our swings. We really appreciate the hard work! As always, if you need child care this summer or just want your kids out of the house and “doing something productive” a day or two a week, contact us. We offer weekly, daily and hourly rates. Stop by or e-mail cecckids@aol.com or www.cecckids.com.

Years of Law Enforcement Experience 35 22Years of Law Enforcement Management Experience 24 0Years of Jail Management Experience 20 0Years of 911 Center Management Experience 5 0Years of Criminal/Narcotics Investigator Experience 9 0Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice YES NOPROVEN EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP YES NO

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Sheriff Jeff Danker

You Know You’re Living in 2012 When...

• You accidentally enter your PIN on the microwave.

• You haven’t played solitaire with real cards in years.

• You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of three.

• You e-mail the person who works at the desk next to you.

• Your reason for not staying in touch with friends and family is that they aren’t on Facebook.

• You pull up in your own driveway and use your cell phone to see if anyone is home to help you carry in the groceries.

• Every commercial on television has a web site at the bottom of the screen.

• Leaving the house without your cell phone, which you didn’t even have the first 20 or 30 (or 60) years of your life, is now a cause for panic and you turn around to go and get it.

• You get up in the morning and go on line before getting your coffee.

• You start tilting your head sideways to smile. : )

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Crescent is now forming Daisy and Brownie Troops for Fall 2012. Daisies are Kindergarten and 1st grade. Brownies are 2nd and 3rd grade. Please contact Julie (712-545-3079) or Chelsea (402-709-5272) for more information. The meetings will be held at the Crescent City Hall on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6 pm.

Interested in Scouting?

Ice Cream Man comes to Crescent Elementary for Birdie Buskirk’s retirement!! Help Us Collect! We continue to collect Box Tops and Labels for Education (Campbell’s soup labels and many more products) year round. These items can be dropped off at Crescent School or dropped in the bin at American National Bank in Crescent. See You in August! Our back-to-school night is Monday, Aug 13th from 4-6 pm and school starts Wednesday, August 15th.

Submitted by Julie Newby

Misia Collins and Anna Newby. at Harvest Studios doing an art project as part of Living Loess Tour.

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As an almost old person, I never really liked the terminology “Old People” but I am proud of it and this is why... Old People are easy to spot at sporting events. During the National Anthem, Old People remove their caps, cover their hearts, stand at attention and sing without embarrassment. They know the words and believe in them. Old People remember World War II and Hitler, Pearl Harbor, Guadalcanal, Normandy, the Korean War, and the Cold War. They remember the 50 plus Peacekeeping Missions from 1945 to 2005, not to mention Vietnam. They remember the Atomic Age, the Jet Age and the Moon Landing. If you bump into an Old Person on the sidewalk they will apologize. If you pass an Old Person on the street, they will nod, or tip their cap. They’re are respectful and courtly to women and nice to strangers.

“Thank God for Old People”Submitted by One of Our Readers

Old People hold the door for the next person and always, when walking, make certain the lady is on the inside for protection. Old People get embarrassed if someone curses in front of women and children and they don’t like any filth or dirty language on TV or in movies. Old People have moral courage and personal integrity. They seldom brag unless it’s about their children, grandchildren or pets. It’s the Old People who know our great country is protected, not by politicians, but by the young men and women in the military serving our country. This country needs Old People with their work ethic, sense of responsibility, pride in their country, and decent values. Thank God for Old People. We need to tip our hats to them.

Library Story Time Returns to Crescent One of the Council Bluffs Library children’s librarians will, once again, be coming to Crescent once a week to tell stories to all kids that want to come. The time will be Thursdays at 11:30 in the community room of the Fire Barn. Story time will begin June 7 and continue through June and July. Crescent is the only place outside of Council Bluffs where they will offer this service. So we are very lucky, and all kids in town (and out of town) are invited to come to the community room for a half hour of fun stories and other activities.

TV...If kids are entertained by

two letters, imagine the fun they’ll

have with twenty-six.

Open your child’s imagination.

Open a book...

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“Stick With The Best!”Light, Medium & Heavy Duty Gas & Diesel Repair

Call Us For All Your Diesel Repair NeedsMike McManigal & Roger Nixon

545-9427

109 E. Welch St.Crescent, IA 51526

712-545-3763 Mon-Fri: 7:30am to 3:00pm

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Greatest Pizza for Miles Around!Now Offering Large Take & Bake Pizzas!Taylo’s Taco Tuesday 6pm-9pm

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HOURS: Mon-Sat: 2pm - 2am

Sunday: Noon til MidnightKitchen Open Daily til 1am, Sun-10pm

FREE Pool All Day Sunday’s!

DENNY’S PLACE735 Old Lincoln Hwy. • Crescent

Your Hometown Place of Worship Since 1863!

In Crescent • 810 Johnson St.Behind Meyer AutoGathering: 9 a.m.

Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.Morning Worship: 10 a.m.

Senior Pastor: Duane Rief 545-3891Young Adult Pastor:

Connie McWilliams 642-4556

712- 545-3470

A. RAYMOND PLUMBING, INC.Andy Raymond - Owner

Ofc: (712) 545-9941Web: ARaymondPlumbing.com

Email: ARaymondPlumbing@hotmail.com

Reliable, Efficient, LocalCall Us for All Your Plumbing Needs

Reasonable Rates • Free Estimates • Gift Cards AvailableCall Jody at (402) 968-5484

Regular or One-Time ServiceSpring Cleaning or Special Occasions

Professional Dog & Cat GroomingWe Care About Your Pet

Sandy McManigal545-3785

CRESCENT COUNTRY GROOMINGVeterinarian Recommended

Specializing in late modelLease cars and repossessions.

Tax and Bookkeeping Services

Council Bluffs: Bus: 256-9777 • Fax: 256-9718

ADD-IT-UP1509 W. Broadway • Council Bluffs

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Indoor & Outdoor Storage From Furniture to Vehicles

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25300 Old Lincoln Hwy • Crescent

Specializing in Truck, Track, Bulk Scales & Controllers

Your Complete Scale Companyfor Sales & Service

C&A Scales

1911 Old Lincoln Hwy. • (712) 227-0027

Winter Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 11am to 8pmSaturday: 8am to 8pm

Fresh wholesome meals and gourmet desserts,

utilizing local produce, cheeses, wine!

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local Iowa selections!

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Garage Gorilla’sGarage & Home Cleanups • Condos & Apartments

Old Appliances & Junk Hauled

Mike Green, Chief Gorilla402-981-1451

GreenRenovations1@hotmail.comP.O. Box 305 • Crescent, IA 51526

Don’t monkey around, give us a call!

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CRESCENT FEED STORE & MORE712-227-0220 • Next Door to PO

ADM Alliance Livestock Feed Diamond Pet Foods • Glo For Life Horse Feed

Animal Supplies • Fresh EggsM-F: 9am-6pm • Sat: 9am-2pm

Convenient Location • Reasonable Prices

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HENRY’S DINER 836 Old Lincoln Hwy.

712-545-3600

Nothin’ Finer!Chicken • Steaks • Seafood

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner11YR. ADVERTISER!

Mike Green: 402-981-1451Mark Green: 402-740-2056

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Green Renovations, LLCSiding • Roofing • Guttering

Remodeling • Windows • Doors

Licensed & Insured • Free Estimates

Crescent • (712) 227-0101

New Mexican Monday’s!

Now Open Sunday’s12pm to 10pm

Cocktail Hour: Mon-Fri: 11am to 6pm

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Complete Auto Repair

Ask for Todd 712-545-3228

816 Old Lincoln Hwy. • Crescent

1120 Old Lincoln Hwy. • CrescentWednesday thru Sunday

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(712) 545-3054

Loess Hills Vineyard & Winery

Closed Mon. & Tues. Additional Hours by Appointment

SHEA’S AUTO Used Cars & Trucks

Open Monday thru SaturdaySHANE SHEA

712-545-3913ShaneandCindy@SheasAuto.com

Specializing in Retaining Walls

Patio Pavers

Brian Shea

Shawn Shea545-4455545-3684

1919 Old Lincoln Hwy.Crescent

Commercial • Residential • Installation & RepairAll Makes • Maintenance Contracts

Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured • Snow Removal

JIM THOMPSEN • 545-3252 • 680-2318

New owners but still the same helpful, friendly staff!

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Mobile Agricultural Equipment RepairPerformance Engine Building & Tuning

Air Conditioning • Electrical • Cooling SystemsHydraulic Hoses • Transmission • Engine Repair

Fabrication & Design

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Call Dennis Hough at (402) 305-7295We Build the Best & Fix the Rest!

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EVERYDAY!... Happy Hour Pull Tabs 3pm-6pm

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for Your Graduation • WeddingAnniversary • Birthday Party!

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THE MILE AWAY HALL & TAVERN

WOODLAND COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCHPastor Jim Henry

Ofc: 712-325-0613

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.21032 Old Lincoln Hwy

Crescent, IA 51526 2YR. ADVERTISER!

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• Installing• Repairs • Restretches• Fully Insured

Call Kevin Stewart (402) 670-4317

Capture that new bundle of joy, the bond of sisterhood, the love of your life, a furry friend, a special someone who’s just past or each one of grandma’s pride and joy in a unique, free-form fingerprint pendant charm made from their fingerprints! Price: $60

Thumbprint Pendant KitsCall (402) 968-5484

Open Daily 5:00 pmPrime Rib Every Evening

Closed Monday712-545-3744

633 Old Lincoln Hwy • Crescent

$5.00 Off! your next dinner

Limited one coupon per couple per visit.

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In a National School Lunch Program survey, nearly 70% of American school students say pizza is their favorite entrée... corn their favorite vegetable... and cookies their favorite dessert.

Rick Reimer still holds the Crescent Elementary 50-yard-dash record from 1977.

In ancient Greece, it was believed the aromatic herb rosemary fortified the brain and enhanced memory, so students would wear rosemary sprigs in their hair to enhance performance on their exams. The Latin name “Ros Maris” means “Dew of the Sea,” referring to the Mediterranean areas where it grows wild in abundance.

If someone calls you a “polymath,” should you be insulted? No... you should thank them! You’re being called a person of great or varied learning!

Crescent Elementary is one of the top rated schools in the Council Bluffs school district. Learn it! Love it! Support it!

Attorneys and doctors each have an average of 15,000 words in their vocabulary. Skilled workers without a college education use about 5,000 to 7,000 words.

Gene Simmons, best known as the “tongue-wagging demon” of the shock-rock group Kiss, holds a B.A. in education and speaks four languages.

At Crescent Elementary the favorite lunch menu item is pizza of any kind! Least favorite...turkey patty.

Public school teachers in New Jersey earn the highest average salary in the nation: $53,300. Lowest? South Dakota with an average $30,300. The national average is $43,300.

12,460 cartons of milk are consumed in one school year at Crescent Elementary (a huge part of it is chocolate).

850,000 students are currently home-schooled. That’s 2% of all students ages 5 to 17.

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