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Cass Supervisors have a light agenda for May 2nd

News

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Cass County Board of Supervisors have a light agenda for the meeting 9-a.m. Tuesday, in Atlantic. According to Cass County Auditor Kathy Somers, the Board will hear a regular, weekly report from County Engineer Trent Wolken. If a candidate is available, the Board will act on appointments for Brighton Township Clerk and Victoria Township Trustee positions.

They’ll go over Board members’ various committee reports, and other, filed reports as available.

Glenwood Police report, 5/1/23

News

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Glenwood, Iowa) – A woman from Glenwood was arrested Sunday, for Driving While Under Suspension. Authorities say 47-year-old Amy Hunter was being held in the Mills County Jail on a $300 bond.

Glenwood Police report one person suffered from possible/unknown injuries, following a collision Friday evening at the intersection of N. Locust and Sharp Streets. The accident happened at around 5:10-p.m., as a 2018 KIA driven by 39-year-old Amy Joanna Leonard, of Glenwood, was stopped at the controlled intersection, waiting for the stoplight to change. Leonard said she felt a car hit them from behind. In speaking with the driver of the other vehicle, a 2007 Lincoln MKZ, authorities say 66-year-old Deborah Rae Wilcoxsen, of Glenwood, told officers that her foot slipped-off the pedal, and that she couldn’t regain control in-time.

Amy Leonard complained of pain following the collision, but was not transported to the hospital. Both vehicles were able to drive away from the scene. The KIA sustained about $500 damage. No citations were issued, but Police noted Wilcoxsen was following too close.

April 2023 Weather data for Atlantic

Weather

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa/KJAN) – The month of April, in Atlantic, was slightly warmer than average, for the most part. Our average high for the month was 64, while the average low was 36. Weather records at KJAN show the normal average High during April is 62 and the Low 37. Rainfall last month came in nearly one-inch below normal, at 2.53-inches. Ordinarily, that would be 3.43-inches.

The warmest day in April was 85, on the 12th. The coolest mornings, with 13 degrees each, occurred on April 5th & 6th.

Here’s what we should expect weather-wise, for May, in Atlantic: An average High of 73, and an average Low of 49. Precipitation typically amounts to 4.32-inches. KJAN is the OFFICIAL National Weather Service reporting site for Atlantic data.

Creston Police report 4 arrests & a break-in

News

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Creston, Iowa) – The Creston Police Department reports four arrests over the past few days, and a break-in. Sunday night, 45-year-old Brandon Eugene Rudolf, of Lorimor, was arrested in the 600 Block N Elm. Rudolf was charged with OWI 1st and 2 counts Child Endangerment Substantial Risk. He was taken to the Union County Jail where he was later released on $5,000 cash or surety bond.

Two people were arrested Saturday, in Creston:

  • 31-year-old Antonio De Jesus Hernandez Hernandez, of Creston, was arrested for OWI 1st. Hernandez was taken to the Union County Jail where he was later released on $1,000 cash or surety bond
  • 27-year-old Christopher Thomas White, of Creston, was arrested at the Creston Union County LEC. White was charged with Driving while Revoked, Theft 2nd Motor Vehicle, Attempted Burglary 3rd Degree, Public Intoxication, and OWI 3rd. White was taken to the Union County Jail where he is being held on $12,000 cash or surety bond.

And, late Friday morning, 40-year-old Wesley Allan Gregg, of Diagonal, was arrested at the Creston Union County LEC. Gregg was charged with a Failure To Appear/Violation of Probation on an original charge of Burglary in the 2nd Degree. Gregg was taken to the Union County Jail and later released on bond.

Saturday afternoon, a man from Madrid (IA) reported to Creston Police, that sometime over the past three weeks, someone forcefully entered his home in the 600 block of W. Adams Street, and stole his work tools. A dollar amount of the loss was not available.

WEEK OF MAY 1, 2023

Trading Post

May 1st, 2023 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  Cuisinart 12 cup coffee maker plus 40 count filters for $40.  Call 712-254-3193.

FOR SALE:  Retro stereo console. Plays records but AM radio is stuck on one channel. Would make a really cool piece with a little work.   $25.00.  712-249-5206.

FOR SALE: Gravely zero turn home/commercial mower with owner’s manual. Has new solenoid and switch. Runs great! Very well taken care of. Has 635.1 hrs on it (over 1500 hrs is high for a zero turn) 45 in deck. Husband passed away and I don’t like using the zero turn. Asking $2,200.  Bought at Ed’s Lawn Equipment in Atlantic in 2020…used only 1 1/2 seasons. Call 515-523-1350. Located in Stuart.

FOR SALE:  Toro self propelled lawnmower, side discharge with bagger. Asking $185.  Also a Stihl weed eater, gas. Asking $165.  712-249-2847.

FOR SALE:  Older Snapper Riding Mower. Needs a battery and battery cable. Was started about 2 yrs ago.  Asking $50. 712-243-6469.

FOR SALE: 1943 P Walking Liberty half dollar and 1942 S Walking Liberty half dollar. $75 each firm. Griswold area 712-209-2913.

FOR SALE:  Great Pyrenees pups.  Ready late June taking deposits now.  4 males, 4 females.  Both parents on site.  Working dogs.  Call or text. 712-789-2577.  Located in Stanton.

FOR SALE:  I have 15 straw bales that were used to insulate dog houses for the winter.  Now sitting in the garage taking up space.  They were in large garbage bags during the winter.  Dry and no mold on them.  Text 712-249-6389 for info.

GARAGE SALE: 800 Mulberry.  Thursday 11-6, Friday 8-5 and Saturday 8-12. Something for everyone.

GARAGE SALE: 804 E Mahogany in Atlantic. Friday from 11-6 and Saturday from 8-?. Crafts, baby items, kitchen items, potholders, furniture, clothes, books and a whole lot more.

INDOOR/OUTDOOR GARAGE SALE:  Four family sale includes furniture, clothes, tires, CB radios, etc. Lots of misc. Thursday, May 4, 10:00-5:00. Friday, May 5, 10:00-7:00. Saturday, May 6, 8:00-2:00.  1201 Maple St., Atlantic.

FOR SALE:  Husqvarna zero turn mower, 48″ deck.  Only used 4 times.  Asking $3,100, but make an offer.  Please call 712-249-6213.

GARAGE SALE:  Friday, May 5 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Saturday, May 6 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at 101 East 13th Street in Atlantic.  Also, file cabinet for sale, make an offer.  249-7173.

FOR SALE: HP printer/copier $30.00 call 402-657-0961 Walnut, Iowa.

FOR SALE:  Inversion table $80.00 Call 402-657-0961 Walnut, Iowa.

FOR SALE: nightstand for $15 Call 402-657-0961 Located in the Walnut area.

FOR SALE: Table for $25 has a bit of a “bubble” on the top. Call 402-657-0961 Located in the Walnut area.

FOR SALE:  Grandfather clock. it doesn’t work, I think all it needs is a cleaning. Call 402-657-0961 Located in the Walnut area.

FOR SALE:  42” round white table with one 18” leaf. $35.00.  Call 402-657-0961 in the Walnut area.

FOR SALE:  Set of 4 tires. Firestone Transforce AT.  LT 285/60R20.  Set of 4 for $300.  If interested, call 712-249-2802 after 4:00.

FOR SALE:  2000 Mercury Marquis, light brown, leather seats, new motor, new brake system, asking $2,300.  Call 712-249-3730.

FOR SALE:  2004 Ford Free Star van. Low miles, new tires. Call for more information and to discuss a price. 712-243-6253. SOLD!

WANTED:  20 ft containers, a small forklift and a small water heater for an RV. Call 712-355-1566.

GARAGE SALE:  110 Ridge Road in Atlantic Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6 from 8:00 am-4:00 pm, and Sunday, May 7 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Look for power tools, fishing items, crocks, antiques, hand corn planter, power tools, window painted design, ox yolk, chain saw and more.

Man arrested on a Fremont County warrant, in Red Oak

News

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – A man wanted on a Fremont County warrant for Failure to Appear at his Contempt Hearing, was arrested Sunday in the 1800 block of E. Summit Street, in Red Oak. According to Red Oak Police, Justin James Smith (No address/city given), was transferred to the Fremont County Jail, and was being held on a $1,000 cash-only bond.

GLORIA JEAN MULFORD, 74, of Elk Horn (IA) & formerly of Audubon (Svcs. 5/2/23)

Obituaries

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

GLORIA JEAN MULFORD, 74, of Elk Horn (IA) & formerly of Audubon, died Thursday, April 27, 2023, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. Funeral services for GLORIA MULFORD will be held 1-p.m. Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at the First United Methodist Church, in Audubon. Kessler Funeral Home in Audubon has the arrangements.

Friends may call at the First United Methodist Church in Audubon, where the family will meet with friends from 11-a.m. Tuesday, until the time of service.

Burial is in the Maple Grove Cemetery, in Audubon.

GLORIA MULFORD is survived by:

Her sons – Steven (Tracy) Mulford, of Elk Horn, and Jason (Marcie) Mulford, of Ankeny

Her daughter – Jennifer (Clint) Stetzel, of Audubon.

Her sister – Dolores Gourley, Lori (Pete) Hanson, and Penny (Randy) LaFoy, all of Audubon,

9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; sisters:  Her in-laws, other relatives and friends.

5 Iowans’ federal drug-related prison sentences commuted by President Biden

News

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Washington, D-C)A statement issued Friday from the White House indicates five Iowans serving federal prison time for methamphetamine charges will be released, soon. President Joe Biden, Friday, commuted the sentences for 31 people convicted of non-violent drug-related crimes across seven states.

In Iowa, Jennifer Chastain of Delhi, Kevin Burdock of Keswick, Bart Hyde of Clinton, Gregory Peasley of Onawa and Ryan Vick of Cedar Rapids had their sentences commuted.

According to a release, they will all be released from federal prison by June 30, but will serve the remainder of their sentences in house arrest.

Skyscan Forecast for Atlantic & the Nishna Valley: Monday, May 1st, 2023

Weather

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

Today: Sunny, with a high near 60. Windy, with a northwest wind 16 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tonight: Clear, with a low around 35. Breezy, with a northwest wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Tomorrow: Sunny, with a high near 62. Windy, with a north northwest wind 15 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 70.
Thursday: A slight chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 75. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Sunday’s High in Atlantic was 61. Our Low this morning, 39. Last year on this date the High in Atlantic was 55 and the Low was 35. The Record High on this date was 90 in 1965. The Record Low was 24 in 1909. Sunrise is at 6:17-a.m.  Sunset is at 8:17-p.m.

Drake Relays wrap up

Sports

May 1st, 2023 by Ric Hanson

After a glorious week of weather competitors were forced to deal with rain during the final hours of the Drake Relays. The rain began at the start of the girls 400 meter hurdles. It was won by Ali Fransden of Ames.

It was a big weekend for Fransden who also won the 100 hurdles on Friday.

Nicholas Gorsich of Linn-Mar used a late surge to win the boys 400 hurdles and says the conditions were ideal for him.

Northern Iowa’s Isaiah Trousil set a personal record of 10.14 seconds in winning the 100 meter title. The former West Burlington standout bettered his winning time of 10.16 seconds at the Texas Relays.

Trousil was one of two Panthers champions on the final day of competition and took control after what looked like a slow start.

Iowa State’s Kaylyn Hall became the first Cyclone woman to win the 100 hurdles. Hall was also part of ISU’s winning shuttle hurdle relay team.

Hall keeps lowering her personal record with virtually every race.

U-S Olympian Anna Cockrell won the women’s 400 hurdles and says she has run in worse conditions.

Cockrell says competing in challenging conditions is good preparation.

A total of 11 Drake relays records were broken.