Obituary for James R. BorcherdingJames R. Borcherding, age 85, of Mabel, MN formerly of Fredericksburg, IA, died Wednesday April 30, 2014, at Aase Haugen Senior Services in Decorah. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014, at the Peace United Church of Christ, Fredericksburg with Pastor Burt Williams officiating. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg. Friends may greet the family beginning at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 3, 2014, at the Peace United ...

Call leaves legacy in agricultural and wider community Richard Call Friday, August 8, 2014 BATAVIA — He was a gentleman among the giants. Farmers, community leaders and Cornell University officials pulled from a deep well of admiration and awe as they tried to describe the entirety of the impact left by Dick Call of Batavia, who died Saturday at 84. Call, who with his father Robert and brother Bob grew their family’s 282-acre vegetable farm into one of the state’s ...

Apps to Improve Your On-the-Road Experiences Track expenses, encourage driver awareness, find rest stops and earn rewards.  Brought to you by Nationwide Insurance®     Smartphones not only help drivers in an emergency, they can also make your travel more efficient, fun, productive and safe. Just remember, under no circumstances should you use these apps while driving. Pull off the road to a safe location before reaching for your phone. Here are some apps that can be of assistance to you ...

Former Tyson Executive Buddy Wray Named to Arkansas Business Hall of FameThe Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas and the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame Board announced Thursday four inductees who will join the Arkansas Hall of Fame in 2015, and Donald “Buddy” Wray (Arkansas AZ Chapter), a former Tyson Foods Inc. executive, is one of them.  Wray was president of the Springdale-based company from 1991 until he retired in 2000, and he served on its board of directors ...

The American Soybean Association (ASA) recognized Dave Drennan with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual ASA Banquet at Commodity Classic earlier this year. The award honors individuals who have provided outstanding leadership and dedication to ASA and helped further the interests of soybean farmers. Dave Drennan from Chesterfield, Mo. was presented the Lifetime Achievement Award – Membership Focus. Drennan started his career with ASA in 1975 as newsletter editor. He was named ...

John Edward Gee1925 - 2014 CHESTERVILLE — John Edward Gee, 88, of Chesterville, died in the comfort of his home on Monday morning, June 23, with family at his side.He was born in Palmyra on Nov. 6, 1925, a son of Newman and Kathleen (MacShane) Gee. He was a decorated veteran of World War II, serving in both the European and Pacific theaters of operation. He landed on Utah Beach on June 6, 1944, in the first wave and was attached to an underwater demolition team now known as the "Seals.” He ...

Charles Louis Lang, Ed.D., 81 of Delaware,Ohio a kind, loving, generous father and husband and friend to all, died Thursday evening, November 7, 2013 in Willowbrook at Delaware Run.He was born in St. Clairsville, Ohio, May 24, 1932 to Robert W. and Alice (Hughes) Lang. He graduated from St. Clairsville High School in 1950 with a strong interest in band, art and his 4-H activities. He graduated from OSU and was a proud member of TBDBITL (OSU marching band) and continued participation as an ...

Renovations That Sell Your Home Make your house shine with a bit of cost-effective polish. Brought to you by Nationwide Insurance® Thinking of selling your home? Then you’re probably wondering what might attract house hunters’ attention in a competitive buyer’s and renter’s market. Knowing which upgrades are worth the money, dust and hammering is the key to getting a better return on your investment. “A common misconception among homeowners when it comes to renovation and remodeling is ...

Best Cars for Young Drivers Younger drivers may benefit from these special features. Brought to you by Nationwide Insurance®  “A younger driver doesn’t need sporty cars or tall, tippy SUVs or giant sedans with vague steering and a big appetite for gas,” says “The Saturday Mechanic,” automotive expert Mike Allen. “You need anti-lock braking and stability control. So start with mid-sized or compact sedans or crossover SUVs.” Research about possible vehicle choices gives you power. Start by ...

How to Escape a Car in an Emergency Be prepared with these tools and tips. Brought to you by Nationwide Insurance® It’s a situation that can send even the most cool-headed drivers into a state of panic: You’re in an accident, and you can’t escape from your car. If you’re alone in a remote, dark area, the anxiety can really build. So it’s best to prepare for this situation before it happens.For starters, there are products offered that claim to help you help yourself when it comes to escaping ...