# 11595274 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF IOWA IN AND FOR BOONE COUNTY   IN THE INTEREST OF: O.L., DOB: 11/26/2023 A Child(ren). Case No. JVJV003155 SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF HEARING (Termination of Parental Rights) To:  Jacob Ballard or any other putative fathers You are hereby commanded to appear before this Court in the Boone County Courthouse in Courtroom 2, Located at the Boone County Courthouse, 201 State Street Boone, Iowa 50036 on September 15, 2025 at 11:00 AM. You are hereby notified that there is presently on file in this Court a verified petition alleging the parental rights of the above-named child’s parents should be terminated: a copy of the petition is attached. A hearing on the merits of the petition is set for the time and place shown above. You are further notified that a parent, guardian, or custodian has the right to be represented by Counsel at all hearings and proceedings subsequent to the filing of a petition. If you desire counsel, but are financially unable to employ counsel, the Court will appoint a free counsel for you if you make application of the Clerk of the Court. You should do this immediately. You are further notified that a hearing or proceedings may take place without your presence if you fail to appear after reasonable notification. You are further notified that upon your request, the Clerk shall issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of papers at the hearing. You are further notified that if you wish to state your views to the Court, you must appear or the Court may rule against you in your absence. Appearance may be made by you or your attorney by appearing personally or by serving and filing a special appearance, a motion or pleading. If you require the assistance of auxiliary aids or services to participate in court because of a disability, immediately call your district ADA coordinator at (641)-241-0900. (If you are hearing impaired, call Relay Iowa TTY at 1-800-735-2942. Please not they cannot give any legal advice). Published in the Boone News Republican on August 28 and September 4, 11, 2025 (3t)