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Several SW Iowa Post Offices Could Close

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July 27th, 2011 by admin

The US Post office is considering closing more than 3,600 post offices throughout the US.

Several offices in southwest Iowa are on the list of offices that might be closed. They include locations in Brayton, Cumberland, Kimballton, and Lewis.

It is important to note that just because a post office is on the list, it does not necessarily mean it will close.

This past January, about 1,400 post offices were considered for potential closings. Two-hundred-eighty offices have officially been closed, but of those 200 passed their reviews and will remain open.

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FOR SALE: 5 piece Living Room Sectional. Medium Brown cloth covering. Great Condition. Only 3 years old; Light brown floral patterned recliner with oak trim accent. Asking $600 for the pair. Call 243-2831, 712-249-2795.
 
FOR SALE:  mini-fridge, I’m looking to get rid of. 50 dollars. has small freezer slot: in fantastic condition. email me a jjoyce408@gmail.com if interested.
 
FREE: I have  3 ferrets to give away if anyone is interested in them.  1 male, 2 females  Call 243-4172
 
FOR SALE: 2 Larson storm doors in very good condition $25 each; pressure canner, holds 7 qt. jars, in very good condition $45. 641-746-2583.

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2 Children Injured in Adair County Crash

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July 27th, 2011 by admin

A rear end accident Saturday on interstate 80 in Adair County Saturday led to two children suffering possible injuries.

At about 1:30 Saturday afternoon, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban driven by 56-year-old Mark Patterson of Tama was traveling westbound on interstate 80. A 2009 Chevrolet Impreza driven by 53-year-old Peggy Hobus of Avoca was traveling just behind Patterson.

As Hobus was driving, she turned to looked in towards the back of her vehicle in response to a passenger opening a back door of her vehicle. When she turned back she saw Patterson slowing down in response to traffic that was slowing down in front of him.

Hobus then rear-ended Patterson’s vehicle.

Injured in the incident were two children in Hobus’s vehicle. They are both 12 years-old and were transported by Stuart rescue to the Adair County Memorial Hospital for unknown injuries.

Hobus was cited for failure to stop within the assured clear distance. Approximate damage from the incident amounted to about $5,000 each for Hobus’s and Patterson’s vehicle.

State Baseball 4A Quarterfinals Schedule

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July 27th, 2011 by admin

CLASS 4A STATE TOURNAMENT
AT PRINCIPAL PARK, DES MOINES
Wednesday’s quarterfinals
Noon — Southeast Polk (31-10) vs. #4 Iowa City West (31-10)
2 p.m. — #1 West Des Moines Dowling (33-7) vs. Davenport Central (25-11)
6 p.m. — #6 Cedar Rapids Kennedy (31-8) vs. Fort Dodge (29-12)
8 p.m. — #2 Mason City (33-9) vs. #10 Des Moines Roosevelt (29-12)
Friday’s semifinals
6 p.m. — Quarterfinal winners meet
8 p.m. — Quarterfinal winners meet
Saturday’s championship
8 p.m. — Semifinal winners meet

Livestock Losses with Heat

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July 27th, 2011 by admin

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey is encouraging livestock farmers who have experienced death loss due to the extreme high temperatures over the past few to contact their local USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Livestock losses due to extreme temperatures and other weather events may be eligible to receive assistance through the Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP).

Producers only have 30 days from when the loss was discovered to file a notice of loss, so it is important that they start the process in a timely manner. If the farmers qualify for the program they will be eligible to receive 75 percent of the value of the livestock lost.

You can reach the local USDA office in Atlantic at (712) 243-2107. For other locations visit USDA.gov.

State Baseball 3A Quarterfinals

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July 27th, 2011 by admin

CLASS 3A STATE TOURNAMENT
AT PRINCIPAL PARK, DES MOINES
Tuesday’s quarterfinals
Marion 3, Storm Lake 0
#1 Solon 11, Waukon 0 (five innings)
Washington 8, ADM 4
Harlan 6, Boone 4
Friday’s semifinals
Noon — Marion (27-16) vs. #1 Solon (37-4)
2 p.m. — Washington (30-7) vs. Harlan (20-14)
Saturday’s championship
6 p.m. — Semifinal winners meet

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