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DeJean Named Bednarik Award Candidate

Sports

August 14th, 2023 by Asa Lucas

IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa junior defensive back Cooper DeJean has been named a candidate for the 2023 Chuck Bednarik Award, which is presented to the most outstanding defensive player in college football by the Maxwell Football Club.

 

The Hawkeyes have had eight semifinalists for the award since 2005. They include Jack Campbell (2022), Daviyon Nixon (2020), Josh Jackson (2017), Josey Jewell (2017), Desmond King (2016), Adrian Clayborn (2010), Pat Angerer (2009), and Chad Greenway (2005).

 

DeJean (6-foot-1, 209 pounds) was a first-team All-Big Ten selection by the media and second team by the coaches in 2022 after finishing with 75 tackles, five interceptions and eight pass breakups. He set Iowa’s single season record with three pick 6’s in 2022. He also averaged a team-best 16.5 yards on 10 punt returns a year ago.

 

Earlier this month, DeJean was named to the 2023 Bronko Nagurski Trophy (defensive player of the year), Jim Thorpe Award (defensive back), and Paul Hornung Award (versatility) watch lists. He is recognized on the Athlon Sports and Phil Steele 2023 preseason All-America second teams, as well as being voted to the Big Ten Conference Preseason Honors List and first-team All-Big Ten accolades by Phil Steele, Athlon Sports and Pro Football Focus.

 

The Odebolt, Iowa, native was voted the 2022 Music City Bowl Most Valuable Player after notching seven tackles (six solo), including one for loss, and notching a 14-yard pick-6 against Kentucky. DeJean was named the Rose Bowl Defensive Player of the Week versus Wisconsin (Nov. 12, 2022) after totaling 10 tackles (seven solo), including one for loss, and returning an interception 32 yards for a score. He was the recipient of Iowa’s Reggie Roby Special Teams Award (overall) and Team Hustle Award (defense) last season.

 

The Bednarik Award has been presented to the College Defensive Player of the Year since 1994 and is named in honor of Chuck “Concrete Charlie” Bednarik who was an All-American player at the University of Pennsylvania and later a multiple year All-Pro linebacker and center for the Philadelphia Eagles. He is a member of both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame and was the last NFL player to be a full-time player on both offense and defense.

 

Semifinalists for the Bednarik Award will be announced Nov. 13, while the three finalists will be unveiled Nov. 28. The winner of the 29th Bednarik Award will be announced as part of the ESPN’s College Football Awards Show on Dec. 7.

The Hawkeyes open their season on Sept. 2 against Utah State. The sold-out game is set for an 11 a.m. (CT) kickoff.

 

HAWKEYES ON 2023 WATCH LISTS 

  • Erick All – John Mackey Award (TE)
  • Cooper DeJean – Bronko Nagurski Trophy (D-POY) // Chuck Bednarik Award (D-POY) // Jim Thorpe Award (DB) // Paul Hornung Award (Versatility)
  • Nick Jackson – Dick Butkus Award (LB)
  • Kaleb Johnson – Doak Walker Award (RB)
  • Logan Jones – Rimington Trophy (C)
  • Luke Lachey – John Mackey Award (TE)
  • Cade McNamara – Maxwell Award (POY)
  • Drew Stevens – Lou Groza Award (PK)
  • Tory Taylor – Ray Guy Award (P)

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Hawkeyes Ranked in Preseason AP Poll

Sports

August 14th, 2023 by Asa Lucas

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa football team is ranked No. 25 in the Associated Press Preseason Top 25 released on Monday. 

 

Iowa’s national ranking in the AP Poll marks the 27th time in program history, and 10th time during the Kirk Ferentz era, that the Hawkeyes earned a preseason ranking in the AP Poll. 

 

The Hawkeyes won eight games a year ago, including a 21-0 shutout over Kentucky in the Music City Bowl. Iowa returns 15 starters, six on offense and defense, and three specialists. 

 

Iowa is one of five Big Ten universities ranked in the preseason poll, joining Michigan (2), Ohio State (3), Penn State (7), and Wisconsin (19). 

 

Iowa’s first six home games of 2023 are sold out. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase at hawkeyesports.com/tickets for the home finale against Illinois on Nov. 18 at Kinnick Stadium. 

 

The No. 25 Hawkeyes open their season against Utah State on Sept. 2. The sold-out game is set for an 11 a.m. (CT) kickoff.

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Northern Iowa coach Mark Farley on QB Theo Day

Sports

August 14th, 2023 by Asa Lucas

The Northern Iowa football team is hoping for a return to the FCS playoffs this season and the return of quarterback Theo Day is a major factor. The Michigan State transfer is entering his third season as a starter and has passed for more than 54 hundred yards and 42 touchdowns as a Panther.

That’s Panther coach Mark Farley who says Day may be the most talented quarterback he has coached during his tenure.

Farley says Day has taken on even more of a leadership role.

UNI opens on September second at Iowa State.

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Iowa State looks to bolster special teams

Sports

August 14th, 2023 by Asa Lucas

Iowa State hopes improved special teams will help the Cyclones bounce back this season. Those units struggled during a 4-8 season and ISU ranked last in the Big 12 in field goals and kickoff returns. Running backs coach Jordan Langs is also serving as special team’s coordinator.

Langs says special teams want to be a positive factor this season.

Langs says mistakes on special teams can be the difference between winning and losing.

Iowa State coach Matt Campbell has said the Cyclones need to win in the margins and special teams plays can be the difference.

Campbell says about 17 percent of plays in a game are special teams and mistakes are magnified.

The Cyclones open at home on September second against Northern Iowa.

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NOVALENE “NOVA” D. WRIGHT, 83, of Wiota (Svcs. 08/18/2023)

Obituaries

August 14th, 2023 by admin

NOVALENE “NOVA” D. WRIGHT, age 83, of Wiota died Sunday, August 13, 2023 at Cass Health in Atlantic. A Celebration of Life Memorial service for NOVALENE “NOVA” D. WRIGHT will be held on Friday, August 18th at 10:30 a.m. at the Wiota United Methodist Church in Wiota. Roland Funeral Service is caring for Nova’s family and her arrangements.

The service will be recorded and available on the Roland Funeral Service website by Saturday.

Visitation with the family present will be held on Thursday, August 17th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Roland Funeral Home in Atlantic.

Burial will be at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the family for later designation.

Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com

NOVALENE “NOVA” D. WRIGHT is survived by:

Husband: Clifford Wright.

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Adair County Sheriff’s Office reports five arrests

News

August 14th, 2023 by admin

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office released details on Monday on five recent arrests.

On August 6th at 12:54 a.m. Stuart Police arrested 43-year-old David Yepez of Denver, CO in Stuart for Domestic Assault-Bodily Injury 1st Offense. Yepez was released the next day on $1,000 bond.

On August 7th at 10:09 p.m. Adair County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 28-year-old Serik William Baldwin at 103 E Hayes Drive in Casey on a charge of Theft 1st Degree, greater than $10,000. He was booked in to the Adair County Jail and held on $10,000 bond.

On August 7th at 11:34 p.m. Adair County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 36-year-old Charles William Walker of Council Bluffs on a warrant for Violation of Probation. He was booked in to the Adair County Jail and released three days later on $2,000 bond.

On August 11th at 12:47 p.m.Adair County Sheriff’s Officials arrested 31-year-old Cristian Ortiz of Adair at 302 East Iowa Street in Greenfield on a Iowa Governor’s Warrant which was issued based off a Texas arrest warrant. He was held on no bond and set to be transferred to Dallas County, Texas authorities.

Also on August 11th at 8:23 p.m. Adair County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 43-year-old Justin Alan Robertson of Greenfield at 411 Southwest 3rd Street in Greenfield on a Union County warrant. Robertson was turned directly over to Union County Deputies.

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More details released on ATV accident in Massena

News

August 14th, 2023 by admin

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office released some more details on an ATV accident that occurred Saturday night in Massena.

First repsonders were called to the accident near 750th Street and Clarke Avenue in Massena around 10:19 p.m. The call stated a male was found laying in the middle of the roadway, conscious and breathing. Upon arrival officers determined that Aaron Latus of Atlantic was operating an ATV and is believed to have flipped or overturned the vehicle, ejecting Latus. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries and then transferred to a regional hospital via LifeNet helicopter.

No further details are known at this time and the incident remains under investigation.

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DUANE EUGENE GRAMKOW, 73 of Atlantic (Private Family Memorial)

Obituaries

August 14th, 2023 by Lori Murphy

DUANE EUGENE GRAMKOW, 74 of Atlantic died August 10, 2023. A Private Family Memorial is being planned for DUANE E. GRAMKOW at a later date.

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DUANE GRAMKOW is survived by:

His Wife: Deborah Gramkow of Atlantic

His Daughter: Sumir (David) LaCaze

His Son: Jedidiah Gramkow

His Brothers: Charles, David and Gail

6 Grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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Next wave ready to step up for AHSTW football

Podcasts, Sports

August 14th, 2023 by admin

The AHSTW Vikings football team is looking for some new faces to lead the way and build off a very successful 2022 campaign. The Vikings went 10-1 and lost in the Class A Quarterfinals to a solid Lynville-Sully team in driving rainstorm to end last season. There are some big shoes to fill but coach GG Harris is encouraged by the leadership he’s seen from the new guys.

Luke Sternberg is a key piece back for the Vikings after rushing for 1,791 yards and 25 touchdowns as just a sophomore. Coach Harris said they will start with the ground game and build around it.

Coach Harris said one skill strength this team should possess is speed. He thinks that they can use that team speed to their advantage on both sides of the ball.

The Vikings are scheduled to open up the season on August 25th at home against the Tri-Center Trojans.

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WEEK OF AUGUST 14, 2023

Trading Post

August 14th, 2023 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  Pickup Box trailer, $375, in Lewis.  Call 769-2338.

FOR SALE: Very clean 18′ Rockwood camper. Sleeps 6. Has tandem axles/wheels. Smoke free/pet free. Pulled very few miles. Asking $5000.  Located in Atlantic, call 712-249-3231

FOR SALE:  Lenox “Poppies on Blue” Chinastone, used 11 dinner and 9 salad plates, also very good condition 10 cereal/soup bowls, 12 mugs, then 1 each 8” round vegetable bowl, 14” oval serving platter, open sauce boat, 6” soufflé bowl, cheese trivet, and bread & butter plate.  Asking $200.  Call or text 712-249-3976 if interested.

FOR SALE:  John Deere L110 lawn tractor, 42 ” deck, automatic, only 325 hours, very nice condition. $800.   SOLD!   Also: 4 Goodyear wrangler tires P265/65/R18, good tread edges wore a little, $150 for the set.  712-250-1005.

FOR SALE: Carlson Construction compressor and a Delta 10″ table saw. Asking $75 for each. Call 712-254-6036

FOR SALE:  16 ft. Allumacraft jon boat.  No trailer or motor.  It’s a little dinged up but still floats.  Located between Anita and Adair.  $125.00.  Call or text 712-249-6700.

WANTED:  Looking for a dog groomer to bathe and cut my dog’s hair. I am willing to travel to Anita, Adair, Audubon or other towns close to Atlantic. Also looking for a small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Needing a wagon or cart to pull behind scooter and a small riding lawn mower in good working order. Call 712-243-4016

FOR SALE: 1) Black leather swivel office chair $10. 2) White Whirlpool microwave $10. 3) Bissell upright vacuum $10. 4) Panasonic upright vacuum $10. Call 712-304-4550 or stop by the west back door at 304 W 13th Street and ring the doorbell.

FOR SALE: 2×8 tin shed…brand new. $120. Also have 2 double carports…brand new for $100 each. 2000 custom Chevy LS pickup. 4×4 with new transmission- has 50 miles on new trannie and 1 year warranty. All decked out with scoops and more. Asking $8000. Call 712-355-1566

FOR SALE: 2 antique 4 drawer dressers. 43″ long, 33″ high and 22″ deep. Call for price and details 712-243-7706 in Atlantic.

FREE:  To give away used frost free refrigerator.  Rusty on the outside from being in a damp basement, but the inside is not.  Runs great but has a couple defects.  Would make a good spare fridge.  Easy access from walkout basement.  Call 712-304-5375.  GONE!

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