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RUSSELL LOWELL McLAUGHLIN, 88, of Audubon (Svcs. 6/22/15

Obituaries

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

RUSSELL LOWELL McLAUGHLIN, 88, of Audubon, died Friday, June 5th, at the Lake of the Ozarks. A Celebration of Life service for RUSSELL McLAUGHLIN will be held June 22nd from 2-until 4-pm, at the Audubon Country Club.

A private family burial will be held in the Audubon Cemetery.

RUSSELL McLAUGHLIN is survived by:

His son – Kirk (Karen) McLaughlin, of Sunrise Beach Lake of the Ozarks, MO.

His daughters – Holly, of Lake of the Ozarks, MO; Verna (Tom) Huiskamp, of Salt Lake City, UT; Pat (Mark) Fredericksen, of Ashland, NE; Laurie (Kevin) Cusack, of Burband, SD, & Jamie (Joel) David, of Glidden, IA.

15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.

Two arrests in Adair County

News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Adair County Sheriff Jeff Vandewater reports two recent arrests. Friday afternoon, 31-year old Patrick Lawrence Nolte, of Stuart, was arrested in Stuart on a warrant issued May 29th, charging him with Driving While Barred. He was also arrested for Simple Domestic Assault, 2nd Offense. Nolte was being held in the Adair County Jail on $2,000 bond.

And on June 4th, 25-year old Matthew David Alluisi, of Orient, was arrested in Greenfield for Driving While License Denied or Revoked. Bond was set at $1,000.

Cass County authorities locate missing woman, Sunday morning

News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Authorities in Cass County located a missing woman Sunday, about three-hours after she was seen leaving Valley Oil, on foot. The Sheriff’s Office says the 19-year old walked away for reasons unknown at around 2:20-a.m., and headed east across Highway 71, into a wooded area.

The Cass County Communications Center reported at the time the woman seemed very confused when she spoke with a dispatcher, and was somewhat uncooperative. She remained on her cell phone until it was either shut off or the battery died. Until the call ended, the dispatcher triangulated the location of her phone, helping authorities narrow down their search.

When she was found, the woman transported to Cass County Memorial Hospital for a medical and mental evaluation. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol, the Atlantic Police Department, and Audubon County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff would also like to extend special thanks to the Atlantic Firemen who volunteered to come out and assist with the search.

MONDAY, JUNE 8th

Trading Post

June 8th, 2015 by Jim Field

GIVE AWAY:  Moving or storage boxes and packing paper. Just come to 105 west 14th or call 308-746-4361.

WANTED:  RIDING MOWER WITH BAGGER. 30” OR 42”.  249-6835.

FOR SALE: X-BOX 360 with remote. Work good. $100/obo. Call 712-326-4990.

FOR SALE: Troy-bilt tiller, rear tine $350; Drop leaf Maple table from the 1960’s over 7 ft – $50. 254-9049.

FOR SALE:  Well-kept large dark blue recliner. $65.00. Call 712-243-3141.

FOR SALE:  2005 Polaris Predator 500 troy Lee edition. Good condition, runs great. Fox shocks, slip on pipe, jetted, big gun cdi box, front wheel spacers, nets, bumpers, skid plates, winch. Brand new bearings in rear and recently serviced. Asking 2600 obo. cash only, no trades, needs gone ASAP. Call or text Brent. 712-779-0998.

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FOR SALE:  2000 Honda Shadow Sabre 1100. Less than 14000 miles. Salvage title, good condition. Owned it 3 years, brand new starter button and kill switch cluster, new battery, good tires, recently serviced, always stored inside. Mustang seat and back rest, cobra pipes, comes with two hardshell saddle bags and extra trunk/backrest combo. Asking 2300 obo. cash only, no trades, needs gone ASAP. Call or text Brent. 712-779-0998.

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Iowa Gov. Branstad not committing to approving budget plan

News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Gov. Terry Branstad is not saying whether he will sign off on the $7.3 billion spending plan approved by the Legislature last week.  Branstad said Monday he needs to review all the budget bills backed by the Republican-led House and Democratic-controlled Senate. He declined to say how he will act on the compromise plan, which includes $7.17 billion in ongoing spending, as well as $135 million in one-time expenditures.

Branstad criticized lawmakers for failing to approve K-12 education funding for the 2016-2017 school year before they adjourned but did not say if he would try to call lawmakers back in a special session to resolve the issue. He also would not commit to a compromise plan struck to keep open two mental health institutions slated for closure.

Iowa students encouraged to participate in Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt

Ag/Outdoor, News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey is encouraging Iowa students who were in kindergarten through 8th grade this past school year, to take part in a “Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt” at any of the 37 participating farmers markets across the state. The Iowa Farm to School program, which is part of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, is sponsoring the initiative.IDALS logo

Northey says “We are fortunate to have wonderful farmers markets all across the state and I hope students will take advantage of this opportunity to get out and learn more about all the fresh, delicious products that are available and support their local market.”  To participate, students simply need to complete the “Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt” form. Forms may be picked up at any participating farmers market or can be printed from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s website at www.IowaAgriculture.gov under the “Hot Topics” section.

When they have completed the form, they can submit it to the market manager at the main market booth for the farmers market. Upon submitting the form, students will receive a free item from the market, such as a fruit, vegetable or honey, and will be entered into a drawing for additional prizes. In addition, the classroom with the most participation over the summer will receive a grow light that can be used to help them grow their own fruits and vegetables.

In western Iowa, farmers markets participating in the program include those in Shelby County (Harlan), and the Missouri Valley Welcome Center. More information about the Iowa Farm to School program and other upcoming events can be found at: http://www.iowaagriculture.gov/AgDiversification/farmToSchoolProgram.asp.

Lawsuit claims Shenandoah Police Officer used excessive force

News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

A man who claims a Shenandoah Police Officer used excessive force during a Jan. 2014 traffic stop, is suing the officer, Shenandoah Police Department, and the City of Shenandoah. According to reports, an attorney for Shenandoah native Drew Bayless filed the civil suit Friday. The suit seeks to recover damages as a result of injuries Bayless allegedly suffered at the hands of Officer Derek Baier during a traffic stop on Jan. 1st, 2014.

In addition to claiming the Officer used excessive force, the lawsuit claims Baier allegedly committed civil assault/battery during the traffic stop. Bayless’ attorney said in the suit his client suffered significant physical injuries, as well as suffered extensive pain, suffering and mental distress.

The lawsuit asks the defendants to pay Baier’s medical and hospital expenses – past and future – along with loss of wages, loss of future earning capacity, physical and mental pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of full mind and body.

Shenandoah City Attorney Mahlon Sorensen and Police Chief Kris Gerbert were contacted by local reporters in Shenadoah over the weekend, but had no comment, as neither had a chance review the allegations included in the lawsuit.

Audubon Flight Breakfast draws 41 aircraft, 681 people

News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Annual Audubon Flight Breakfast was held Sunday morning at the Audubon Municipal Airport.

Photo from AudubonIowa.org.

Photo from AudubonIowa.org.

Officials with the Audubon Chamber report 41 planes flew-in for the event, and 685 people were served a breakfast consisting of ham and cheese omelets, pancakes, coffee, milk and juice. The breakfast was served from 6:30-until 10:30-a.m.

The aircraft and their pilots came from 20 Iowa communities, while others flew in from Bennington and Omaha, Nebraska.

The weather was perfect, with partly sunny skies and medium winds for flying. In addition to the pilots and their passengers, who ate for free, the event was attended by area bicycle clubs who rode in on the T-Bone Trail. The Flight Breakfast serves as a major fundraiser for the Audubon Chamber of Commerce, and is held the first Sunday in June.

Backyard and Beyond 06-08-2015

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

June 8th, 2015 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Sue Barnes of Audubon about the Audubon County Summer Children’s Theater.

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Cass County Sheriff reports 2 OWI arrests

News

June 8th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says two people were arrested recently on OWI and other charges. Last Friday, 32-year old Daniel Floyd Edwards, of Osceola, was arrested on a felony charge of OWI 3rd or Subsequent Offense, and for Driving While Barred. Edwards was taken to the Cass County Jail where he was released the following day on $5,000 bond.On Saturday, 24-year old Callyn Scott Vincent Pollock, of Anita, was arrested on charges of OWI 1st Offense and Driving Under Suspension. Pollock was taken to the Cass County Jail where he was released later that day on his own recognizance.