(Red Oak, Iowa) – Police in Red Oak report a man was arrested early this (Monday) morning on a Public Intoxication charge. 38-year-old Brian Paul Anderson, of Red Oak, was arrested in the vicinity of 2nd & Nuckols Streets at around 12:06-a.m. He was transported to the Montgomery County Jail and held on a $300 bond. Red Oak Police were assisted by Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputies in handling Anderson’s arrest.
(Iowa News Service) – Scientists in Iowa and their partners are going after what they call the ‘low-hanging’ fruit in their effort to sequester carbon and combat climate change. They’re making use of ingredients nature is already providing. It’s called biochar and its made by heating wood and other biomass at high temperatures with no oxygen. Biochar makes Iowa’s rich soil even more fertile, but it also turns that soil into one of the world’s most efficient carbon sinks, allowing it to absorb fossil fuel emissions, while creating healthier soil and sustainable fuels.
To Iowa State University soil science professor David Laird, mixing biochar into the soils is targeting the low-hanging fruit in carbon sequestration.
Last year, carbon sequestration projects removed more than 125-thousand tons of C-O-2 from the atmosphere, 92-percent of which were done using biochar, according to a group called C-D-R which tracks carbon sequestration.
Taking a soil sample for a soil test in a field. Testing carbon sequestration and plant health in Australia.
Once biochar is mixed with the soil, it can improve conditions for root growth and microbial activity in crops, which in turn reduce the planet’s greenhouse gas emissions. Biochar also helps the soil retain water, absorb nutrients and greenhouse gasses. While biochar won’t end climate change on its own, Laird argues it is an important piece of the puzzle given that the liquid transportation fuels the world relies on are notoriously hard to decarbonize.
While using biochar alone won’t help the planet reach a zero carbon emissions goal by 2050, Laird says it is a good first step that not only sequesters carbon but also a move toward creating fuels using biochar that could one day replace the heavy, emission producing liquid fuels.
(Area Counties) – There are very few contested* local races heading into Tuesday’s June 4th Primary Election. Candidates must receive 35% of the total votes cast in that race to be nominated in the primary election. Election results will be posted on the KJAN News page, when they become available. Unless otherwise mentioned, there are no Democratic or Libertarian candidate races in the following counties…
In Adair County, Republican candidate Michael Christophersen in unopposed in the District 5 Supervisor’s contest, and fellow Republican Jerry Walker is unchallenged for his District 3 seat. Republicans Jeff Vandewater, Mandy Berg and Kelly Mitchell are unopposed in their respective bids for Sheriff, Auditor and Recorder. Democrat Matt Wedemeyer is also unopposed in the District 1 Supervisor’s race.
In Adams County, there are no challenges on the ballot for Auditor, where Republican Becky Bissell is running, and Republican Sheriff Alan Johannes is unchallenged. Tony Hardisty is the only name on the Republican ballot for Supervisor in District 2 in Adams County, while Christopher Standley, another Republican, is the lone candidate in District 5.
In Audubon County, Republicans Donald Mosinski and Kent Grabill are running two seats on the Board of Supervisors. Nathan Wahlert’s name will appear on the Democratic ballot.
In Cass County*, incumbent Bernard Pettinger faces a challenge from fellow Republican J. Ford Lillard, in the 5th District Board of Supervisor’s race. Voters using the Democratic ballot will find Phyllis Stakey’s name listed for the Board of Supervisors in District 5. Republicans Stephen S. Green (I), Kathy Somers (I), and John Westring, are unopposed in their respective bids for District 1 Supervisor, Auditor and Sheriff.
In Guthrie County, Democrat Sheriff Marty Arganbright (I) is unopposed in his party during the Primary Election. He’s expected to face-off in November against the lone Republican candidate on Tuesday’s ballot, Matt Harmann. Republicans Mike Dickson (I), and Danielle (Dani) Fink (I), are unchallenged in their bids for re-election. Brian E. Johnson (I) is also unopposed for his District 2 Supervisor’s seat.
In Montgomery County*, where Republican’s Jill Cooper and Alex Burton are on the ballot for the Board of Supervisors in District 5, Cooper has withdrawn her name from consideration due to health concerns, and has thrown her support behind Burton. Donna Robinson chose to not run for re-election. Republican Sheriff Jon Spunaugle and Republican Auditor Jill Ozuna are unchallenged in Tuesday’s election, but incumbent Republican District 3 Supervisor Randy Cooper is being challenged by fellow Republican Bryant Amos.
In Pottawattamie County*, five Republicans are squaring-off for two County Board of Supervisor positions, and hope to move on to the November election. The candidates include Tim Wichman (I), Karis Crilly, Adam Houser, Charlie Johnson and Brian Shea (I). And, Republican Incumbent Melvyn J. Houser faces a challenge from fellow Republican Mary Ann Hanusa, in the Auditor’s race.
In Shelby County*, three Republicans are in the running for two seats on the Board of Supervisors: Alexis Carter, Mike Kolbe and Charles Parkhurst. Two Republicans have are running for County Auditor in Shelby County: Melissa Arkfeld and Taryn Knapp.
(I) = Incumbent
(Radio Iowa) – U-S Senator Joni Ernst’s annual “Roast and Ride” fundraiser has given Iowa Republicans a chance to restate their criticism of last week’s conviction of former President Trump. Ernst said the trial has solidified support for Trump. “Stop the political persecution of Donald J. Trump,” Ernst said. Ernst, who intends to seek reelection in 2026, has said she’s open to serving in Trump’s Administration if he wins in November. Iowa G-O-P chairman Jeff Kaufmann kicked off Saturday’s fundraiser with a question.
“How many people in this room, right now, stand with Donald J. Trump?” Kaufmann asked. Every Republican office holder who followed Kaufmann on stage made their stance clear. Governor Kim Reynolds cited the donations the Trump campaign says were made after the verdict. “And $53 million in 24 hours is a pretty good indication of where the people in this country are standing,” Reynolds said. Senator Chuck Grassley called all the cases against Trump a distraction.
“This political lynching of Donald Trump,” Grassley said, “…they think they could prosecute Biden into the next White House, but I think they’re going to prosecute Trump into the White House.” Texas Congressman Wesley Hunt, the event’s keynote speaker, has campaigned for Trump often. Hunt suggested the verdict has awakened a sleeping giant. “For those of you that are fearful of a revenge tour that’s exactly what we need,” Hunt said, “and on day one we need a man to step into office — on day one — to turn this whole thing around.”
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst and Governor Kim Reynolds at Ernst’s 2024 “Roast and Ride” fundraiser.
Two of the four Republicans who represent Iowa in the U-S House also spoke at Ernst’s fundraiser. Second district Congresswoman Ashley Hinson of Marion told the crowd Trump’s conviction will backfire on Democrats. “I think angry voters are motivated voters. Are you angry? Are you motivated? I think so,” Hinson said, to cheers. Third district
Congressman Zach Nunn of Bondurant told the crowd Republicans need to win a majority of seats in the U-S House in November, or Democrats will impeach Trump again.
“Do you want a country where you can be proud not only to salute the flag, but to know that you’ve got a president and a government that have your back, not come after your back?” Nunn asked.
About 700 people attended Saturday’s fundraiser for Ernst’s campaign. Ticket sales from the motorcycle ride beforehand were donated to the Iowa Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation.
Today [updated]: Partly sunny, with a high near 82. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 10 mph.
Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy w/an 80% chance of showers & thunderstorms. High near 82. South wind 10 to 20 mph.
Tom. Night: A chance of showers & thunderstorms, with gradual clearing overnight. Low around 52.
Wednesday: Sunny & breezy. High near 82. West wind 5 to 10 mph in the morning gusting around 25 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday: Sunny & breezy, with a high near 78.
Sunday’s High in Atlantic was 82. The Low was 61. We received .17″ in Atlantic (at KJAN), from 7-a.m. Sunday up until 5-a.m. today. Last year on this date, the High in Atlantic was 89 and the Low was 60. The record High for June 3rd was 94 in 2020. The record Low was 32 in 1969. Sunrise: 5:47. Sunset: 8:48.
FOR SALE: 1) Sentry Box Safe measures 14″x16 1/2″x 9″ deep. It has removable tray. Keys included. $35 OBO; 2) Ice & water refrigerator, $50 OBO – filter is # 3. New in box. Wasn’t opened until they actually needed it. It was wrong size for the seller’s refrigerator, & it was too late to send it back. Fits Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Jenn Air, & Kitchen Aid refrigerators. May fit others. 712-304-1863. (Can be seen in Exira)
FOR SALE: Water Barrel with no spickets on it in heavy big containers. Also Tomato cages. Some square and some round. $3 each. And a Heavy duty older type wheelbarrow. Make an offer. 712-243-4308
FOR SALE: Double well stainless-steel kitchen sink with a faucet. 33′ x 22″ Asking $25. Located in Hamlin. Call 712-304-4998
FREE: Full sized mattress and boxsprings with frame. Clean, very good condition. 712-250-1537 GONE!
FOR SALE: Eight tickets to the Bachmann Turner Overdrive concert at the surf ballroom in Clear Lake Iowa on June 19th. The concert is sold out. Will sell all or part of the eight. Call 712-249-0900.
FOR SALE: First Alert wired 4 camera with 7” LCD DV2 monitor camera system includes 100′ of extension cable paid $575 asking $400 brand new never been out of the box call: 712-778-2792 if no answer leave message.
LOST DOG: His name is Max, he’s a mix but looks mostly like a blue healer. He is a very sweet and loving dog. There is a $150 reward. Please call 712-249-5611… 712-249-9494 or 712-249-9442 if you see Max or have him.
FOR SALE: Kid’s clothes. Asking .25 for each piece. Boys from infant to 18 months and a few girl’s sizes 18 months and up. All are stored in tubs and clean. Call 712-249-1825.
WANTED: Looking for a vehicle to replace the one I lost in the tornado that hit Greenfield. Don’t need anything fancy, just need transportation. Call 641-247-1758
FOR SALE: An MTD 4.5 horsepower engine with new oil and new air filter. $20. Call 712-304-4550.
FOR SALE: Stihl heavy duty peavey (log roller) for sale for $50. Contact Tim Black at 712-249-9242.
FOR SALE: 2021 Case IH Magnum 400 AFS Connect tractor. Power shift, LSW tires, 6 remotes, AFS PRO 1200, many more options, excellent condition, always stored inside, still partial warranty. Asking $380,000. Will consider reasonable offers. Contact 402-981-5865. Located in Hancock, Iowa.
FOR SALE: Retirement Community home located in Gold Canyon/Phoenix area in AZ. Approximately 800 square feet. Spacious floor plan with 1 bedroom, 2 full baths, AZ room, workshop, full laundry and tiled deck. Call for more information. Asking $160,000. Will consider reasonable offers. Contact 402-981-5865 or 402-681-6751.
The AC/GC Chargers baseball team is coming off a 7-6 loss to Lenox in the Class 1A Region 6 playoff bracket last season. The Chargers are coached by Taylor Morris this season.
The Chargers season have started their 2023-2024 season trying to find their first win of the season. Their losses have come to the hands of Exira-EHK, Coon Rapids-Bayard and Earlham. The Chargers currently have a 0-5 record and 0-2 record in the West Central Conference.
Chargers coach Taylor Morris had this to say about their last years season ending loss to Lenox
The Chargers have been working hard on the first part of their season.
Coach Morris elaborated on who will be his top athletes on this years team.
Coach Morris talked about his upcoming busy schedule for this week.
The Chargers next baseball game will be Monday June 3rd, when they will travel and take on Panorama in a West Central Conference regular season game. That game will get underway at 5:00 p.m.
IOWA CITY, Iowa – University of Iowa men’s basketball All-American Carl Cain passed away on Sunday. He was 89.
Cain played for the Hawkeyes from 1954-56, where led the program to back-to-back Final Fours in 1955 and 1956. The Freeport, Illinois, native earned first-team All-America honors during his senior season in 1956 when he was part of the “Fabulous Five” – a group that led the Hawkeyes to an NCAA runner-up finish.
Cain was named to the all-tournament team at NCAA Regionals and at the Final Four both seasons.
During his three seasons as a Hawkeye, Cain helped the program to 56 wins, including 35 Big Ten victories and two Big Ten regular season titles (1955, 1956). The team was the league runner-up in 1954.
Cain was a three-time All-Big Ten honoree, earning first-team honors in 1956, and he was twice named Iowa’s Most Valuable Player (1954, 1956). He finished his career with 1,054 points and 501 rebounds.
Following the 1956 season, Cain was a member of the United States National Team that won a gold medal in Melbourne, Australia. He was also selected in the 1956 NBA Draft by Rochester with the 49th overall pick.
Cain, whose No. 21 is retired in the Iowa men’s basketball program, is a member of the Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame (1989) and the Des Moines Register State of Iowa Sports Hall of Fame.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
BOYS
CLASS 1A ALL-STATE
Chase Jahde, Junior, CAM, 38.06 CAAVG, 2nd at State
Keith Thompson, Sophomore, Hamburg, 36.65 CAAVG 1st at State
CLASS 2A ALL-STATE
Maverick Schwabe, Senior, Kuemper Catholic (37.62 CAAVG, 11th at State)
Girls
Class 1A All State
Jaylee Shaffer, Freshman, Mount Ayr, 40.29 CAAVG, 2nd at State
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