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Iowa women host Ohio State

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February 5th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Hawkeye women return to Big Ten action at home, tonight (Thursday), against Ohio State. Hawkeye coach Lisa Bluder says school officials have put together several promotions in hopes of drawing a large crowd. She says it’s Kathryn Reynolds Bobblehead night…two princesses from the “Frozen” movie will be there taking pictures with young girls…there’s a “Girl’s night out” makeover and much more.

The Hawks are 8-2 in the Big Ten and 17-4 overall after a five point loss at Maryland.

The Buckeyes have won four straight and are 7-3 in the league race. Standout guard Kelsey Mitchell averages 26 points per game.

Iowa early News Headlines: Thu., Feb. 5th 2015

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February 5th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press

ATLANTIC (KJAN) – A fire has claimed the life of a man in Atlantic, and resulted in a woman being critically injured. The blaze at 604 Olive Street was reported at 10:08-p.m., Wednesday. The female victim was flown from Atlantic to another hospital, while the male was found deceased in the home. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. No names have been released.

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) — Authorities at the scene of a freight train derailment in eastern Iowa say 11 cars have derailed, with three of them catching fire and three plunging into the Mississippi River. Dubuque Fire Chief Rick Steines told the Dubuque Telegraph Herald 10 cars which derailed around 11:20 a.m. yesterday were carrying ethanol, some of which spilled into the river.

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) — A Wisconsin man has been accused of sexually assaulting a Dubuque woman while she was asleep. The Telegraph Herald reports 19-year-old Patrick J. Hanley of Shullsburg, Wisconsin was arrested Tuesday and charged with third-degree sexual abuse. His bail was set at $30,000.

WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) — The trial of an Iowa woman accused of killing her husband and his girlfriend more than 30 years ago has begun in Waterloo. The Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier says prosecutors opened the case Wednesday against 54-year-old Theresa Supino, who was arrested in March in connection to the 1983 slayings of Steven Fisher and Melisa Gregory. Their bodies were found on the Copper Dollar Ranch northwest of Newton.

AMES, Iowa (AP) — Bakersfield, California running back Sheldon Croney and offensive lineman Jaypee Philbert helped Iowa State coach Paul Rhoads salvage a recruiting class that took some late hits. Five players who had committed to Iowa State changed their minds in recent weeks, but getting Philbert, a 6-foot-4, 305-pounder from Coffeyville, Kansas, Community College, helped ease that sting, as did this week’s commitment from Croney.

Caird’s 3-pointer gives Drake 63-61 win over Salukis

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February 5th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Chris Caird hit a 3-pointer with 2.9 seconds left to lift Drake to a 63-61 victory over Southern Illinois on Wednesday night for the Bulldogs’ third consecutive victory. Jordan Caroline made two free throws with 35 seconds left to put Southern Illinois (9-15, 2-9 Missouri Valley) ahead 61-60 but missed two more with 17 seconds to go before Caird’s shot. Anthony Beane missed a final 3-point try for the Salukis.

Caird finished with 12 points, making 4 of 5 attempts from beyond the arc, for Drake (7-16, 4-7). Reed Timmer scored 19 points and Gary Ricks Jr. 12 for the Bulldogs, who made 13 3-pointers, a season best, on 23 attempts. The Saluikis made 10 of 19 3-point tries with Beane making 6 of 11 from beyond the arc on his way to 22 points. Deion Lavender added 13 points. Southern Illinois has lost four straight.

There were 13 lead changes.

Nighttime closure of I-29 near Sioux City begins at 10 p.m. Thursday

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February 5th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Dept. of Transportation’s District 3 office in Sioux City report placement of overhead electrical lines will require nighttime closures in both directions on Interstate 29 north of the Floyd Boulevard interchange (exit 147) beginning at 10 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, weather permitting.Road work

Traffic will be stopped for 15-minute intervals. Motorists approaching this area should drive with caution and be prepared to stop for traffic backups beyond the limits of the work zone. The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.

2 victims of Atlantic house fire

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February 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

(Update 3:35-a.m.)

One person is dead, another was critically injured during a house fire Wednesday night, in Atlantic. Firefighters were called to 604 Olive Street (Denise’s Taxi Service)at around 10:08-p.m. Prior to arriving, they were informed there were people inside the home, as a deputy heard someone hollering for help.Neighbors told KJAN News they heard a loud “pop” or “bang” before they looked out and saw flames shooting from the building.

Ric Hanson (photo)

Ric Hanson (photo)

The first crews on the scene reported heavy smoke and flames coming from the structure. The smoke could be seen for a long distance in town on he clear, calm and very cold night. The body of an unconscious woman was removed from the home’s upstairs just before 10:30-pm. Firefighters were performing CPR on her before she was transported by Medivac ambulance to the Cass County Memorial Hospital, in Atlantic. The woman was later flown to another hospital.

It took firefighters about 30-minutes more to locate the body of a deceased male who was also in the house. His body remained in the home until early this (Thursday) morning, while investigators with the State Fire Marshal’s Office combed through the scene trying to determine a cause for the fire. Atlantic Fire Chief Mark McNees told KJAN News flames apparently spread from the basement to the first floor and into a second floor bedroom.The Chief said there were numerous combustible materials inside the home which made getting the flames knocked down and the victims found, difficult.

Firefighters left the scene at around 3:20-a.m. Atlantic Street Department crews were asked to salt and sand the street in front of the home, as the water used to fight the fire had created extremely icy conditions for pedestrians and motorists alike. The names of the victims have not yet been released.

Walnut City Council to receive presentation from WCSD Superintendent

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February 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Walnut City Council will meet Thursday, beginning at 5-p.m. City Clerk Terri ABell said Walnut Community School District Superintendent Jesse Ulrich will be present to discuss a possible acquisition by the City, of a school building. Abell couldn’t provide additional details about the proposal in advance of the meeting.

She said also, Marye Bierbaum, an intern,  and Bob Hilligas will be present to discuss an expansion of tourism and marketing efforts, using technology and advertising. And, Rick Blum will discuss proposed improvements to Veteran’s Memorial Park.

Senate panel OKs bill on breast density data in mammograms

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February 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A Senate panel has approved a bill that would require breast density data in mammogram reports be given to patients and physicians, a move that supporters say could help women detect cancer earlier. The bill approved Wednesday by a human resources subcommittee would require that patients be told if they have a certain density of breast tissue. Advocates of the proposal say such breast density can obscure early detection of breast cancer in mammograms. They say this legislation will help patients be better informed.

Several medical groups say they’re against mandating standards of care under Iowa law. Some say the information could lead anxious patients to undergo unnecessary and costly additional testing. Similar legislation has failed to advance in previous sessions. The bill now goes to a full committee.

4 people arrested on drug charges in Crawford County

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February 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

A traffic stop Tuesday in Crawford County resulted in two Sac County men being arrested on drug charges. And, a search warrant executed in Crawford County early this (Wednesday) morning resulted in drugs, paraphernalia and cash being seized, along with the arrest of a Denison man. The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office reports during the traffic stop Tuesday, a drug investigation was initiated, and a request was made for K9 “Bayou,” who when deployed, alerted to the odor of illegal narcotics coming from the vehicle. As the result of the search, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia was seized from the vehicle. Arrested was 19-year old Shawn Freier and 19-year old Shane Thelen both of Sac County for Possession of Methamphetamine a Serious Misdemeanor and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia a Simple Misdemeanor.

A search warrant obtained this (Wednesday) morning and a search of a home at 1715 1st Avenue north in Denison, was conducted. The search was for illegal narcotics, and evidence of distribution of illegal drugs. During the search, items taken into custody and seized for evidence, included methamphetamine, marijuana, packaging materials, scales, ledgers, drug paraphernalia and over $1600 dollars in United States Currency. The currency will be seized and filed for forfeiture.

Arrested was 48 year old Armando Valerio of Denison. Valerio faces a felony Delivery of methamphetamine charge, and a serious misdemeanor charge of Possession of methamphetamine, along with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia a Simple Misdemeanor. It was also learned that Valerio had an outstanding arrest warrant. 48 Year old Mindi Jo Wittrock ,of Wall Lake, was arrested at the home for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Officers with the Denison Police Department assisted the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office in conducting the Search Warrant

Iowa State Cyclones Sign 25 Football Recruits

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February 4th, 2015 by Jim Field

National signing day on Wednesday found Coach Paul Rhoads signing 25 players to join the Iowa State football program.  Here is a list:

Name Ht. Wt. Yr. Pos. Hometown

  • Landen Akers 6-0 175 Fr. WR Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Washington)
  • Jack Bergstrom 6-0 175 Fr. DB Johnston, Iowa (Johnston)
  • Stephon Brown 6-0 170 Fr. DB Kissimmee, Fla. (Osceola)
  • Hakeem Butler 6-6 215 Fr. WR Richmond, Texas (Travis)
  • Josh Coleman 6-2 250 Fr. DT Jacksonville, Fla. (University Christian)
  • Sheldon Croney 5-11 210 Fr. RB Bakersfield, Calif. (Ridgeview)
  • Dominic DeLira 6-1 180 Fr. QB Austin, Texas (Lake Travis)
  • Carson Epps 6-1 205 Fr. WR Jenks, Okla. (Jenks)
  • Jared Gescheidler 6-2 245 Fr. LB Ames, Iowa (Gilbert)
  • Julian Good-Jones 6-5 275 Fr. OL Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Washington)
  • De’Amontae Jackson 6-0 285 Fr. DE Ocala, Fla. (North Marion)
  • Denver Johnson 6-3 215 Fr. WR Oklahoma City, Okla. (Casady School)
  • Jarnor Jones 6-3 205 Jr. DB Lithonia, Ga. (Martin Luther King/Georgia Military)
  • Bobby Leath 6-3 310 Jr. DT Lake Wales, Fla. (Lake Wales/Coffeyville CC)
  • Bobby McMillen 6-1 215 Fr. LB Naperville, Ill. (Central)
  • Bryce Meeker 6-5 300 Fr. OL Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Prairie)
  • Seth Nerness 6-4 235 Fr. DE Osceola, Iowa (Southlake Christian Academy [N.C.])
  • Jaypee Philbert 6-4 305 So. OL Grayson, Ga. (Archer/Coffeyville CC)
  • Wyatt Rhoads 6-0 160 Fr. WR Ames, Iowa (Gilbert)
  • Patrick Scoggins 6-2 295 Jr. OL Inglewood, Calif. (Palos Verdes/Long Beach CC)
  • Marcel Spears 6-1 215 Fr. LB Olathe, Kan. (North)
  • Joshua Thomas 5-11 230 Fr. RB Buford, Ga. (Buford)
  • Demond Tucker 6-1 285 Jr. DT Hazelhurst, Miss. (Hazelhurst/Copiah-Lincoln CC)
  • Jordan Wallace 6-1 180 Fr. DB Denton, Texas (Guyer)
  • Jomal Wiltz 5-10 170 Jr. DB Galena Park, Texas (North Shore/Trinity Valley CC)

Iowa Hawkeyes Sign 21 Football Recruits

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February 4th, 2015 by Jim Field

The Iowa Hawkeyes received national letters of intent from 21 recruits Wednesday, national signing day.  Here is a look at the list:

Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown High School/CC

  • Ryan Boyle QB 6-2 215 Fr. West Des Moines, Iowa Dowling Catholic
  • Drew Cook QB 6-5 220 Fr. Iowa City, Iowa Regina
  • James Daniels OL 6-4 290 Fr. Warren, Ohio Harding
  • Adrian Falconer WR 6-1 180 Fr. Leesburg, Fla. Leesburg
  • Angelo Garbutt LB 6-2 210 Fr. Carrollton, Texas Hebron
  • Eric Graham RB 5-9 195 Fr. Prattville, Ala. Autauga Academy
  • Jack Hockaday LB 6-1 215 Fr. Forsyth, Ill. Maroa-Forsyth
  • Garret Jansen DL 6-2 255 Fr. Pella, Iowa Pella
  • Justin Jinning LB 6-2 210 Fr. The Colony, Texas The Colony
  • Anthony Nelson DE 6-7 220 Fr. Urbandale, Iowa Waukee
  • Jake Newborg OL 6-3 280 Fr. Inwood, Iowa West Lyon
  • Emmanuel Ogwo WR 6-0 170 Fr. Mesquite, Texas Horn
  • Michael Ojemudia DB 6-2 190 Fr. Farmington Hills, Mich. Harrison
  • Landon Paulsen OL 6-5 290 Fr. Moville, Iowa Woodbury Central
  • Levi Paulsen OL 6-5 290 Fr. Moville, Iowa Woodbury Central
  • Brady Reiff DE 6-4 235 Fr. Parkston, S.D. Parkston
  • Michael Slater DE 6-2 265 Fr. St. Louis, Mo. Parkway Central
  • Jerminic Smith WR 6-1 180 Fr. Garland, Texas South Garland
  • Nate Vejvoda TE 6-5 215 Fr. Homer Glen, Ill. Providence Catholic
  • Brett Waechter OL 6-5 275 Fr. Hartley, Iowa Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn
  • Nick Wilson LB 6-2 206 Fr. Granger, Iowa Dowling Catholic