Wow! Awesome! I am pleased to announce that the December issue of the Husky Newsletter via email has been sent to those who decided to use this delivery method. There are over 400 members who have chosen this method and will greatly help in production costs. Those getting the newsletter mailed to them can expect to receive it the middle of this month. If you can, please think about having the Husky emailed to you beginning with the next issue in February.

A big thank you to Billie Jo Akers from the WHS Administration Office, Linda Kelly the Alumni Board Secretary and Carol Basset the Husky editor, for working to develop the email addresses of members to receive the Husky electronically. Without their diligence and hard work this process would have not been accomplished.

I would also like to welcome Jennifer (Corkrean) Stover, class of 1990, as a new Alumni Board member. Jennifer has graciously volunteered to be on the Board and I am positive she will help us move forward with new ideas as well as keeping the WHS Alumni Association one of the best in the State of Iowa.

One last thought for the month: December 7th was Pearl Harbor Day and I know of a few students in high school who decided to join the military after the bombing and did not complete high school. Some came back and finished their education and others could not. No matter what the circumstances may have been, we owe them a thank you for their service. I am sending out this THANK YOU from the Alumni Board to those students.

WHS Alumni, enjoy this holiday season with family and friends.

Until next month please remember to keep in contact with classmates, plan your next class reunion, support WHS and remain active.

Rod Beem

I am pleased to inform you that the All-Class Reunion held during the Bridge Festival was a success. With a change of venue from the Fire Station to the Jackson Building there was a concern amongst the Alumni Board that the attendance might be smaller. This was not the case and those who attended informed board members that the location was great, food excellent, and enough space to visit and have a conversation. Many alumni stayed throughout the evening visiting with classmates as well as friends from other classes. Needless to say, your alumni board has already planned to hold the event in 2015 at the Jackson Building since this year was such a success. So, see you there in 2015! Plan the date and attend with other classmates or alumni.

A special highlight at the All-Class Reunion was a presentation from Judy Trask of a Quilt of Valor to Mr. Bassett for his service in the military. As you know, Mr. Bassett was a teacher, principal and superintendent of the Winterset School District. Mr. Bassett has always been a supporter of the school district and well deserving of this honor. Judy will also be writing an article for the next Husky about the Quilt of Valor project which is nationwide.

See picture of the presentation attached to this blog. Hope you are pleased with the photo.

Until next month please remember to keep in contact with classmates, plan your next class reunion, support WHS and remain active.

Rod Beem

Guess what time of the year it is! If you guessed correctly then hopefully you will be attending the Madison County Bridge Festival Saturday /Sunday October 11th and 12th. Once again it is a wonderful time of the year to be in Winterset enjoying the fall foliage as well as meeting up with friends and other alumni. If you did not know, 2014 will be the 45th Bridge Festival. My how time flies—how many remember the very first festival with most activities around the square. Now the activities have expanded to the Historical Complex, John Wayne’s birthplace, Tours of Covered Bridges, activities in Monumental Park and the City Park as well as many other locations. Also don’t forget the Parade on Sunday the 12th. Mr. Ken Bassett will be the Parade Marshall which is an honor for all those who know Mr. Bassett and the outstanding ambassador he continues to be for WHS and Winterset.

This year the Alumni Association has also made a change for the All School Reunion which is usually held at the Fire Station. We will hold the Reunion at the Jackson Building Saturday evening from 5-9pm. The Jackson Building is located on the County Fair Grounds and will provide a larger facility for alumni and friends to gather. As always, Jo Agan, will again provide delicious food for you to enjoy. The Association Board will be providing beverages. We only ask for a donation to help offset the costs to your Association. While attending don’t forget to renew your membership if you have not already done so or join if you are not currently a member. Cost is minimal for annual dues or you could become a life member.

One event that remains the same for Alumni is the Hospitality room on Saturday located at the Farmer’s and Merchants Bank Community room just off the square. It is open from 1-4pm and is a great location to rest and recover from your many trips around the square and other locations.
I would like to see many alumni in Winterset on the Bridge Festival weekend and hope to be able to meet and talk with most of you at the All School Reunion. See you then!!!

Until next month please remember to keep in contact with classmates, plan your next class reunion, support WHS and remain active.

Rod Beem