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Wednesday State Softball Consolation Results

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Class 1-A
Newell-Fonda 5, Don Bosco 4
Lynnville-Sully 11, Marquette Catholic 0
5th Place – Lynville-Sully 12, Newell-Fonda 3
7th Place – Marquette Catholic 5, Don Bosco 3

Class 2-A
Durant 6, Interstate-35 4
North Union 4, Central Springs 3
5th Place – Durant 9, North Union 0
7th Place – Central Springs 6, Interstate 35 2

Class 3-A
Clarke 12, Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley 9
Mount Vernon 2, Crestwood 1
5th Place – Mount Vernon 11, Clarke 4
7th Place – Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley5, Crestwood 0

Class 4-A
5th Place – Fairfield 4, Mount Pleasant 3
7th Place – Fort Dodge 10, Waverly-Shell Rock 0

Class 5-A
Urbandale 6, Ankeny 5 (9 innings)
Bettendorf 3, Linn-Mar 1
5th Place – Bettendorf 5, Urbandale 1
7th Place – Ankeny 9, Linn-Mar 0

Cubs call up Medina, Beeler for DH vs Reds

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

CINCINNATI (AP) – The Cubs restocked their bullpen for a doubleheader against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, calling up Yoervis Medina from Triple-A Iowa. In addition, Chicago called up Dallas Beeler to start the second game. He’ll be the 26th man. Beeler also was called up to start in a doubleheader against St. Louis on July 7.

The Cubs were coming off a 13-inning, 5-4 win on Tuesday night that depleted the bullpen. Medina appeared in three games for the Cubs in June, throwing five scoreless innings. Starter Clayton Richard was designated for assignment. The Cubs got him from Pittsburgh on July 3 for cash, and he went 1-0 with a 5.40 ERA in two starts and one relief appearance.

6 arrests reported in Mills County

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Mills County Sheriff’s Office reports six arrests. Taken into custody Tuesday (7/21), was: 36-year old Nicholas Thomas Rohrberg, Council Bluffs, for being a Felon in Possession of Firearm and Failure to File SR-22 Insurance, and, 28-year old Joshua James Elwood, of Stanton, for Criminal Mischief in the 2nd degree. Bonds for the men were set at $6,000 and $5,000, respectively.

On Monday, 55-year old Paul Francis Williams, of Lincoln, NE., was arrested in Mills County for Possession of a Controlled Substance, the bond for which was set at $1,000.

On Sunday, deputies in Mills County arrested 49-year old Stephanie Lee Hightshoe, of Villisca, for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Her bond was set at $1,000. And on Saturday, 21-year old Dakota David Kempton, of Malvern, was arrested for Domestic Abuse Assault and Harassment. He was being held without bond in the Mills County Jail. Also arrested Saturday was 50-year old Jeffrey Allen Fink, of Silver City, for Harassment in the 1st degree, Public Intoxication, and Trespass. His bond was set at $2,600.

Stolen property investigation and arrest reported in Page County

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Sheriff’s officials in Page County are asking for the public’s help in solving a theft. Deputies responded July 21st, to a report about property stolen from 2095 B Avenue. An investigation determined that sometime during the last ten days, unknown persons entered the property and took several tires and rims, a carburetor, a gas powered two man post hole auger, and an electric winch. Anyone with information about the theft, is asked to contact the Page County Sheriff’s Office, or their local law enforcement agency.

The Sheriff’s Office says also, 51-year old Terry E. Flowers, Sr., of Omaha, was arrested Sunday afternoon following a traffic stop for speeding. Flowers was wanted on a warrant out of Pottawattamie County for Operating a motor vehicle without owners consent. The man was unable to post a $2000 bond and was transported to the Page County Jail for holding until Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office personnel could transport him to their jail.

In addition to speeding, Flowers was cited for Failure to have a valid driver’s license.

Mo. man hurt in Page County crash

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

An accident Monday evening in Page County resulted in non-life threatening injuries to a man from Missouri. Sheriff Lyle Palmer says 41-year old Benjamin Green, of Jefferson City, MO., was transported to the Shenandoah Memorial Hospital following the crash that happened at around 5:30-p.m., on the north edge of Shenandoah.

Green was traveling north on Highway 48 when he lost control of his 1997 Jeep Cherokee, which entered the east ditch. Shenandoah Police assisted sheriff’s deputies at the scene.

Fugitive who eluded authorities near Menlo is apprehended in Polk County

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

An escapee from the Fort Des Moines Correctional Facility who had also been sought by authorities in Guthrie County, has been apprehended in Polk County. Authorities say 30-year old Joseph LeClair was arrested at around 5-p.m., Tuesday.

Joseph LeClair, Jr.

Joseph LeClair, Jr.

LeClair had  escaped from Ft. Des Moines May 18th, and eluded authorities who were involved in his pursuit on July 8th, when disappeared into a cornfield near Menlo.

LeClair was being held without bond in the Polk County Jail, but is expected to be transported to Guthrie County, where he was wanted on a warrant for parole violation.

Backyard and Beyond 07-22-2015

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

July 22nd, 2015 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Dari Skardtvedt, a Cass County Clover Kid, about the Cass County Fair.

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New Location for AtlanticFest’s Motorcycle Show

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The AtlanticFest Committee has announced a new location for the Motorcycle Show at AtlanticFest this year to be held RAIN or SHINE on August 8th. Motorcycles will check-in at 7th and Chestnut Street just east of the City Park. Motorcycles will be lined along both sides of Chestnut between 6th and 7th street. Registration will be from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Judging will be from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m., followed by an awards presentation at 2:30 p.m. 1

There are 13 Classes for motorcycles to register in, including a Future Rider class for kids. Pre-registration is $10.00 and must be paid by July 24th. Registration beginning July 25th is $15.00. Pre-registered participants will receive a free AtlanticFest T-Shirt. The first 75 entries will receive complementary goodie bag.

The AtlanticFest Motorcycle Show is sponsored by Baxter Cycle in Marne and Steffens Cycle Shop, in Atlantic. AtlanticFest presenting partner is 1st Whitney Bank & Trust.

RR Crossing at HWY 48 in Shenandoah to close 8/3/15

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July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 4 Office in Atlantic reports the D-O-T and BNSF  Railroad will begin crossing replacement work on Iowa 48 in Shenandoah Monday, Aug. 3rd, weather permitting. The crossing replacement work requires closing the crossing until 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, weather permitting.

During the closure, a signed detour will be in place directing Iowa 48 traffic around the work zone using U.S. 59 north to Page County Road J-14, then on Page County Road J-14 east to Page County Road M-41, and then south on Page County Road M-41to Iowa 48 in Essex.

To receive email or text alerts about traffic incidents, road closures, traffic delays, and other restrictions that affect this highway route or other routes you travel, the Iowa DOT offers the “My Routes” option on 511ia.org.

(Podcast) KJAN 8-a.m. News, 7/22/2015

News, Podcasts

July 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

More area and State news from KJAN News Director Ric Hanson.

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