with Ric Hanson.
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Iowa’s seen a lot of unseasonably cold weather and freezes in the past week, so green thumbers who are itching to get into their gardens will have to wait a bit longer. Before digging up the dirt this spring to prepare for planting, gardening expert John Fesh says to do some homework first. He suggests making sure the soil is suitable for what you intend to plant.
“Carrots and beets and horseradish, those types of plants really depend on root expansion to be successful,” Fesh says. “Plants like potatoes, you’re not going to be very happy with the results if you have a real rock-hard-type of soil. You’re just not going to get any tuber development.” Especially in Iowa, where the weather can make drastic changes quickly, Fesh says it’s important to check the forecast before doing any planting. Otherwise, you may have to do some replanting later. Now may be a good time to test the soil to see if it’s suitable for what you want to plant. He says “trench” planting may be a good option in some areas.
“You can make a deep furrow or even use a long gutter you had once used for your house,” Fesh says. “You can fill that with a loose, easy, mellow soil with a mixture of compost and sand so that the roots can get out and develop.” Fesh, an extension educator, says that won’t work for every crop but it gives you an idea on how the root system needs room to spread out. Ideally, he says we need to see soil temperatures in the mid-50s before digging up the garden to start the process, and that likely won’t come until mid-May.
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Jim Field speaks with musicians Harold Powell and Ray Armstrong about the Blue Tones Reunion Show this Saturday, May 2nd at the Cass County Community Center.
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A Union County man wanted on an Iowa Dept. of Corrections warrant for Parole Violation, was arrested Friday afternoon, in Creston. 51-year old Timothy Charles Fechter, of Creston, was taken into custody at the Union County Law Enforcement Center and held without a bond being set.
The Freese-Notis forecast for the KJAN listening area and weather info. for Atlantic.
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The 7:06-a.m. report from News Director Ric Hanson.
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FOR SALE: 325-gallon plastic tank (like new), $50; P215/70/R15 tires (Less than 14,000 miles on 70,000 mile rated tire), 4 tires & rims, 4 wheel covers, for $265. Stored in Atlantic. Call 712-590-7022.
FOR SALE: Drill Doctor- drill bit sharpener. Model DD500SP. Asking $90. Call Terry at 712-653-2960.
FOR SALE: Housecat, male, smallish in size, 2 years old, neutered, litter box trained. Orange tabby with eyes the same color. Indoor/outdoor. Has been inside most of the time in the day, kept inside at night. Loves to go outside for awhile in day. Is needing more outside time than he can get here. But likes to be inside to curl up in a sunshiney window. Lovable. Jumps up in your lap and is happy to be petted. Nuzzles you. He needs a country home. No dogs, no other pets. Rehoming fee $25. I will need to interview you. 712/549-2410.
FOR SALE: Antique Eastlake style center table on rollers. 22 in x 29 1/2 in x 30 1/4 in high. $185.00. Call or leave message 712-268-2498.
FOR SALE: Antique windmill in good shape needing moved. Make an offer. Call or leave message 712-268-2498.
FOR SALE: Char-broil gas grill with side warmer. Includes outside cover. $50. Call 249-7520 after 6 p.m.
FOR SALE: Vision Fitness T9600HRT treadmill. Completely programmable with adjustable hill vs flat running settings. Optional heart rate monitoring. $500 or best offer. Call 249-7520 after 6 p.m.
FOR SALE: Kenmore 4 Burner Gas Grill with side burner. Two years old. Have owner’s manual and original receipt. Tank not included. Can deliver in Atlantic. $100 OBO. Call 712-250-0266. SOLD!
FOR SALE: TORO lawn mower self propelled 22″ almost new Call 249-1965. SOLD!
FREE TO A GOOD HOME: 2 lovable calico cats. Call 243-3873.
WANTED: a used golf cart or 4-wheeler to get around the farm. Call 712-268-2609.
The Audubon City Council will hold a special meeting this evening to appoint a member of the community to fill the seat of Councilman Thomas Nielsen, whose resignation was submitted and accepted during the Council’s regular meeting on April 13th. The person appointed would fill the seat until a Special Election is held. The Council has the option of holding the Special Election on August 4th, or, they could wait until the General Election on November 3rd, which would save costs.
Cass County: Corn $3.43, Beans $9.32
Adair County: Corn $3.40, Beans $9.35
Adams County: Corn $3.40, Beans $9.31
Audubon County: Corn $3.42, Beans $9.34
East Pottawattamie County: Corn $3.46, Beans $9.32
Guthrie County: Corn $3.45, Beans $9.36
Montgomery County: Corn $3.45, Beans $9.34
Shelby County: Corn $3.46, Beans $9.32
Oats $2.45 (always the same in all counties)
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