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Home and Garden Show this weekend in Harlan

Ag/Outdoor, News

March 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

Vendors from all around the area will be in Harlan this weekend, for the 26th annual “Home, Garden and Living Show.” In fact, over 40 vendors are expected to bring their wares for your garden, home, and lifestyle. The theme for this year’s event, is “Red, White and Blue.” The show at the Veteran’s Auditorium in Harlan is sponsored by The Harlan Newspapers. The papers’ Al Hazelton says one thing that’s changed over the years is how much technology is coming to the show.

 He says there’ll be communications and energy saving exhibits, computers and related peripherals, and more. Other vendors will have appliances, health, beauty and landscaping products on display. Anyone attending the event will register for great prizes including a TV, outdoor grill and a giant tool cabinet. Hazelton says if you are thinking the Home, Garden and Living show is for adults only, think again. He says the show appeals to all ages. The newspaper is giving away prizes for kids, and most of the exhibitors have drawings for their own giveaways. 

The Home, Garden and Living show begins Saturday evening. Hazelton says admission to the show is free. The hours are from 5-to 8:30-p.m. Saturday, and from Noon- to 4-pm Sunday.

(Joel McCall/KNOD – Harlan)

BYRON GLENN MARTIN, 67, of Avoca (3-26-12)

Obituaries

March 23rd, 2012 by Jim Field

BYRON GLENN MARTIN, 67, of Avoca died Thursday, March 22nd at his home.  Funeral services for Byron Glenn Martin will be held on Monday, March 26th at 1:30 pm in the Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Avoca.

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No public visitation will be held, but friends and family are welcome to stop by the house at 606 North Chestnut St. in Avoca.

Burial in the Graceland Cemetery in Avoca.

Byron Glenn Martin is survived by:

Mother: Hazel Martin of Walnut

Wife: Janice Martin of Avoca

Son: Gregory (Christie) Martin of Shelby

Brother: Bruce (Jeanne) Martin

3 Grandchildren

Neb. police ID Iowan suspected in stabbing

News

March 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

LA VISTA, Neb. (AP) — Authorities have released the name of an Iowa man suspected of stabbing his former girlfriend and her stepmother in the Omaha suburb of La Vista. La Vista Police Chief Bob Lausten identified the man as 24-year-old Brandon Hendon, of Essex, Iowa. Hendon faces two counts of attempted murder, burglary and weapons charges. Hendon is accused of stabbing 18-year-old Jaimee Kirsch and 31-year-old Jessica Walker a little after 3:30 a.m. Friday. Lausten says they have been reported in stable condition at Creighton University Medical Center and are expected to survive their wounds.

Earlier Friday, La Vista Police Capt. Kevin Pokorny said family members had talked to officers on Thursday evening, sharing concerns about the younger woman’s ex-boyfriend. Hendon was arrested in Plattsmouth, which is 13 miles south-southeast of La Vista.

Powerhouse Lady Vols to Face Unheralded Kansas in Des Moines

Sports

March 23rd, 2012 by Jim Field

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Pat Summitt and her Tennessee Lady Vols’ NCAA tournament history is staggering. For Kansas, it’s spotty at best.

Yet the Lady Vols don’t think the Jayhawks will be weighed down by all those suggesting they’re in for a short stay in Des Moines.

Saturday’s regional semifinals between powerhouse Tennessee (26-8) and unheralded Kansas (21-12) looks like a classic mismatch.

The 11th-seeded Jayhawks are in the third round for the first time in 14 years. The second-seeded Lady Vols have made it at least this far every year but one since the tournament’s inception in 1982 and have advanced to the regional finals 24 times.

But Tennessee associate head coach Holly Warlick says the underdog Jayhawks are playing with energy, heart and confidence.

Railey, Sledge to Leave Cyclone Hoops Team

Sports

March 23rd, 2012 by Jim Field

AMES, Iowa- Iowa State head men’s basketball coach Fred Hoiberg confirmed Friday that sophomore Jordan Railey and freshman Tavon Sledge will transfer.  Both have asked for and been granted their full release to transfer to other schools.

“We certainly appreciate the work and effort Jordan and Tavon have given our program,” Hoiberg said. “It basically boiled down to playing time for both of them. I had great conversations with Jordan and Tavon after the season ended and we mutually agreed that their chances for increased playing time would be at another school. Jordan and Tavon are great kids and we will do everything we can to assist them finding the right fit.”

Railey, a 6-10 center from Beaverton, Ore., appeared in 13 games in 2011-12, averaging 0.5 points and 0.7 rebounds. A native of Spring Valley, N.Y., Sledge played in eight games, averaging 1.0 points.

FRIDAY, MARCH 23rd

Trading Post

March 23rd, 2012 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: I have a cast iron/porcelain double kitchen sink with single faucet and spray for sale.  I would like 40.00 for complete set.  712-249-0726 cell.

FOR SALE: Small Drop Leaf Table with 2 wooden chairs.  Like new, never really been used.  Asking $275.  Also have a 4 seat Hot Springs Hot Tub for sale.  Great Condition. Price Negotiable.  Call 712-304-0159 in Audubon.

FREE: Hamster, cage and bedding.  243-1218.

FOR SALE: All chrome canister vacuum, like new. $40 obo. 243-3396.

WANTED: A riding mower that is reasonably priced and reasonably sized.  Doesn’t have to be a big mower…looking for one with about a 30 inch deck.  243-5759.

Cities mull options if traffic cameras are banned

News

March 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Iowa cities that take in millions of dollars a year from automated traffic enforcement cameras are mulling over their options if lawmakers force them to shut off the devices. Legislation that would require the cameras to be removed has passed out of the House Appropriations Committee, moving it to the list of measures that can be called up for full House debate this year.
 
The cameras are used in seven cities, including Council Bluffs and Sioux City. Iowa City’s council voted in February to begin using the cameras. Iowa isn’t the only state interested in such a ban. Nine states have passed laws that ban the use of automated traffic cameras. Last year, legislation was introduced but did not pass in Arizona, Florida, Missouri and South Dakota.

Harlan man arrested for supplying alcohol to a minor

News

March 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

The Harlan Police Department reports 42-year old James Boell, of Harlan, was arrested Wednesday on alcohol-related charges, including supplying alcohol to a minor. Boell and 19-year old Daniel Netawaka, of Kansas, were charged following a traffic stop. Officials say Boell was also arrested for OWI/2nd offense. Netawaka was cited for Possession of alcohol by a person under legal age.

Harlan Police report also, 27-year old Kevin Smith, of Harlan, was charged with Theft in the 5th degree , following an investigation into a complaint filed by Harlan Municipal Utilities that Smith was using unauthorized utilities, in the form of cable television. The offense allegedly occurred on or about March 5th. Smith was issued a citation to appear in court.

Last Sunday, 23-year old Tyler Alex Powers, of Harlan, was arrested on an assault charge, after officers were called to a residence in the 200-block of 20th Street. He posted a $300 bond Tuesday, and is scheduled to appear in court April 20th. On Thursday, Powers was arrested again, on a warrant for Violation of his Parole.

And, the Harlan Police Deparment reports several individuals were arrested March 17th, after officers investigated a noise complaint in the 600 block of Broadway. Persons who face charges of Possession of Alcohol under the age, include: 18-year old’s Cain Pfeifer, Tannis Belisle, and Kaitlyn Stessman; and, 19-year old’s Malerie Scheffler, Chantel Scheffler, and Adam Scheffler, all of Harlan. In addition, 24-year old Jackie Thielen, of Harlan, was cited for supplying alcohol to persons under legal age.

DONALD KERR, 94, of Manilla (Svcs. 3-29-12)

Obituaries

March 23rd, 2012 by admin

DONALD KERR, 94, of Manilla died Friday, March 23rd, 2012 at the Manning Regional Healthcare Center.  Funeral services for DONALD KERR will be held 10:30-a.m. Thu., March 29th, at the United Church of Manilla. Ohde Funeral Home in Manilla has the arrangements.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 3-p.m. Wed., March 28th, where a Masonic service begins at 7-p.m.

Burial will be in the Nishnabotna Cemetery near Manning.

DONALD KERR is survived by:

His sons – Michael (Jane) Kerr, of Pleasonton, CA; & Alex Kerr, of Seattle, WA.

His daughter – Sandra (Don) Sorensen, of Fayetteville, NC.

7 grandchildren & 2 great-grandchildren.

Iowa audit cites improper disbursements in Dexter

News

March 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

DEXTER, Iowa (AP) – State authorities say an audit has uncovered that more than $131,000 was improperly disbursed by the city clerk in Dexter before her death in 2010.  A news release from the office of State Auditor David Vaudt says nearly $71,000 in checks was improperly issued to Denise Miller. She was city clerk from Jan. 1, 2000, until she died on July 15, 2010. 
 
The audit also says the total included more than $45,000 that was improperly disbursed for penalties and interest related to payroll taxes and nearly $7,000 in interest for an unauthorized loan Miller took out in the city’s name.
 
Vaudt’s office says inadequate records kept auditors from determining whether more money was improperly paid out or not properly deposited.     The auditors recommended that the city bolster its financial controls.