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Disabled Iowa residents still waiting for services

News

December 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Thousands of disabled Iowa residents remain on waiting lists for state assistance despite the $6 million the Legislature earmarked to reduce those numbers. The Des Moines Register reports more than 9,000 Iowa residents are waiting, some for more than two years, for services to help them with their mental or physical disabilities. State lawmakers approved the funds last year for the Iowa Department of Human Services.

In June, about 8,400 people were on the lists. The number increased to almost 9,300 by October. Patient advocates say the state agency hasn’t spent much of the money intended to quicken access to the services.  A spokeswoman said Tuesday the agency will soon ramp up the effort.

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Backyard and Beyond 12-03-2014

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

December 3rd, 2014 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Anne Pellett, Member of the Cass County Unit of American Cancer Society, about the Festival of Trees.

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Local High School Wrestling Rankings by The Predicament

Sports

December 3rd, 2014 by Jim Field

The Predicament’s Class 1-A State Tournament Team Rankings (CLICK HERE for full 1-A rankings)

1. Alburnett (5)
2. Woodbury Central (6)
3. SE Warren (6)
4. Clarion-Goldfield (3)
5. Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont (4)
6. Lisbon (4)
7. Wilton (5)
8. West Marshall (5)
9. Sumner-Fredericksburg (3)
10. Underwood (2)

The Predicament’s Class 1-A Preseason Individual Rankings (Local only)
106
5. Tatem Bluml (Jr.) Oakland Riverside
9. Wyatt Crocker (Fr.) Logan Magnolia

113
2. Alex Thomsen (Fr.) Underwood

120
6. Craig Rice (Sr.) Southwest Iowa

126
3. Christian Polley (Sr.) Tri Center-Neola

138
5 Brad Kerkhoff (Sr.) Audubon
8. Jacob Vogel (Sr.) Oakland Riverside

145
6. Jake Mulford (Jr.) Audubon
9. Brady Charbonneau (Sr.) Logan Magnolia

152
4. Trevor Smith (Sr.) Audubon
7. Josh Hopkins (Jr.) East Mills

160
1. Cody Kingery (Sr.) Underwood

170
6. Riley Wohlers (Jr.) Logan-Magnolia

182
1. Evan Hansen (Sr.) Exira/EHK
3. Austin Laabs (Sr.) Guthrie Center

195
9. Wilson Solorzano (Sr.) Panorama

220
3. Cale Crowder (Sr.) Guthrie Center

The Predicament’s Class 2-A State Tournament Team Rankings (CLICK HERE for full 2-A rankings)

1. Mediapolis (8)
2. Union (6)
3. Davenport Assumption (7)
4. Clear Lake (4)
5. Central Lyon (6)
6. Osage (3)
7. Albia (3)
8. Independence (5)
9. Dubuque Wahlert (3)
10. Crestwood (5)

The Predicament’s Class 2-A Preseason Individual Rankings (Local only)
106
6. Wil Beach (Sr.) Harlan

113
4. Jared Hensley (So.) Bedford-Lenox
10. Carter Cox (So.) Atlantic

132
6. Dusten Reed (Sr.) Bedford-Lenox

152
10. Luke Strong (Sr.) Clarinda

170
6. JJ Clark (Jr.) Clarinda

195
5. Seth Maitlen (Jr.) Creston
9. Christian Lauritsen (Sr.) Clarinda

220
8. Kadon Hulett (So.) Creston

The Predicament’s Class 3-A State Tournament Team Rankings (CLICK HERE for full 3-A rankings)
1. SE Polk (12)
2. Bettendorf (8)
3. Cedar Rapids Jefferson (7)
4. Cedar Rapids Prairie (6)
5. Iowa City West (5)
6. Fort Dodge (5)
7. Linn Mar (5)
8. North Scott (5)
9. Dowling Catholic (4)
10. CB Thomas Jefferson (3)

The Predicament’s Class 3-A Individual Preseason Rankings
106
1. McGwire Midkiff (So.) CB Thomas Jefferson
4. Paxton Whiteaker (Jr.) Lewis Central

138
4. Colton Clingenpeel (Jr.) CB Thomas Jefferson
10. Mac Southard (So.) Lewis Central

145
4. Jason Wallace (Sr.) CB Thomas Jefferson
8. Justin Kaltved (Jr.) Carroll

152
4. Matt Malcom (Jr.) Glenwood

160
8 Anthony Sherry (Fr.) Glenwood

182
10. Hayden Waldstein (Jr.) Lewis Central

195
7. Chris Thomas (Sr.) Lewis Central

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Deer Hunters waiting to Purchase Licenses

Ag/Outdoor, News, Sports

December 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

Hunters planning to be in the timber for Saturday’s opening day of the first shotgun deer season should consider buying their license soon to avoid waiting in line at the license sales counter. Officials with the Iowa DNR say fewer than half of the expected 70,000 hunters have purchased their deer license as of Wednesday morning. A weekend weather forecast with temperatures favorable for hunting could lead to additional hunters choosing to go during the first shotgun season rather than second.

“Good weather usually means more people will be hunting and staying in the field longer which can lead to higher success rates,” said Willie Suchy, wildlife research supervisor for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.

Successful hunters are reminded to report their deer harvest by midnight the day after the deer is recovered. For hunters with Internet access, the online harvest reporting is the easiest way to register the deer. Hunters can report their deer online at www.iowadnr.gov, by calling the toll free reporting number 1-800-771-4692, or at any license vendor.

Accurately reporting the harvest is an important part of Iowa’s deer management program and plays a vital role in managing deer populations and future hunting opportunities. Reporting the harvest is required by law. Hunters will be checked for compliance.

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(Podcast) 9-a.m. KJAN News, 12/3/2014

News, Podcasts

December 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

More area news from KJAN News Director Ric Hanson.

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(Podcast) 8-a.m. KJAN News, 12/3/2014

News, Podcasts

December 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

With Ric Hanson.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3rd

Trading Post

December 3rd, 2014 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  in Exira, Indoor/outdoor snowflake window $15.00.  Indoor/outdoor hand painted snowmen windows. $25 each.  One is a single pane and one is a triple pane.  Pics on website.  call 712-268-5330 or 712-268-2664.

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FOR SALE: Pride electric lift chair, large size, new hand control, over $900.00 new, will sell for $275.00. Call cell 712-254-0703 in Atlantic.  SOLD!

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FOR SALE: Electric bed, twin size on casters, good top mattress, wooden head board. $200.00 Call cell 712-254-0703 in Atlantic.

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FOR SALE: White Whirlpool Gas Kitchen Stove, good condition. $120.00 Call Cell 712-254-0703.

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FOR SALE:  EPIC 600 MX Treadmill—–features everything you need to get in Cardio Shape with high quality Workouts.  Features—14 programs and a 12% incline with speeds up to 12mph, Heart rate programs, Console easily read for all and includes a fan for comfort while sweating, Motor—2.5chp supports user weight up to 300 lbs., Monitor–shows distance, speed, calories,time, and pulse, Space savings—easy drop self folding tech.  Track 55″x 20″ and Comfort Step impact absorption system.  Many hours of Life remain.  Asking $50 upon removal Call 243-4132.  SOLD!

FOR SALE: 2013 Honday Foreman 4-wheeler, 120 miles, $6,600. 712-527-0385.

FOR SALE: 1999 Suburu car for parts; right hand car; shell of a car. 712-249-6930. SOLD!

FOR SALE: Antique Radio with record player; about 70 years old. 712-773-2326.

FOR SALE: Kenmore side by side refrigerator with ice maker in door; needs a defrost time $150. 712-304-4262.

WANT TO BUY: Electric Smoker. 712-304-4262.

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Heartbeat Today 12-03-2014

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

December 3rd, 2014 by admin

Jim Field speaks with Ken Sidey, Director of the Warren Cultural Center in Greenfield, about Hollywood writer/producer Norman Lear’s visit to Greenfield on Saturday, December 13th celebrating the 45th Anniversary of the filming of his comedy Cold Turkey.

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Thefts reported in Creston

News

December 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

The Creston Police Department has received two reports of Theft. Tuesday afternoon, a residents in the 400 block of north Stone Street, told police someone took checks belonging to him and cashed them without consent. The incident happened sometime between 12-p.m. Nov. 12th and 12-p.m. Nov. 28th. The loss was estimated at $640.

And on Monday, the Creston Wal-Mart reported an unknown female had entered the store and took merchandise valued at $362. The loss included two cans of paint, a heater, two wiring kits, two DVD players, two CD players, toilet paper, paper towels and other, unidentified merchandise.

Both incidents remain under investigation.

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Iowa mail thefts may be linked to Atlanta gang

News

December 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – U.S. Postal Service officials say mail thefts have cost Iowa businesses thousands of dollars in the past few months. Inspector Jim O’Hara told The Des Moines Register on Tuesday that businesses have notified his office of stolen mail and suspicious activity on their bank accounts. He says thieves steal checks from mailboxes, make counterfeits and then recruit homeless people to cash them.

O’Hara says the scheme is becoming more common in the Midwest, and investigators think the more recent cases can be linked to the Bloods gang in Atlanta. He advises businesses to lock mailboxes and retrieve mail as soon as possible.

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