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Audubon County Sheriff’s report, 10-1-24

News

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Audubon, Iowa) – The Audubon County Sheriff’s Office, Tuesday, reported two arrests occurred between Sept. 15th and 27th:
53-year-old Thomas Strathman, of Brayton, was arrested September 15, 2024, on charges of Operating While Intoxicated-1st, Open Container, Driving While License Suspended and several traffic citations. Strathman was released on his own recognizance, and was scheduled to appear before the magistrate at a later date.
30-year-old George Stom, of Council Bluffs, was summoned into court on September 27th, 2024, on a charge of Possession of Controlled Substance- Marijuana 1st. He was also scheduled to appear before the magistrate at a later date. The charge stems from a traffic stop in the area of Highway 71 and 335th.
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Note: “Criminal Charges are merely accusations and defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.”

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Madison County man killed in a logging accident, Tuesday

News

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Winterset, Iowa) – A 74-year-old Madison County man died Tuesday morning in an apparent logging accident. According to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, a caller to 911 reported at around 10:31-a.m., an adult male had been found unresponsive in the 3100 block of Terrace Lane, in Madison County.
Responding Deputies and other 1st Responders located the adult male identified as Leon Nazworthy, of Saint Charles. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A preliminary investigation shows Nazworthy had been clearing some timber by himself when the logging accident occurred. An investigation into the exact cause of death is on-going.

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CAM Football in Prime Position with Three Games Left

Sports

October 1st, 2024 by Christian Adams

The CAM football team is in prime position for a postseason run with three games remaining in the regular season. CAM is on a four-game winning streak with wins over Griswold, East Mills, Coon-Rapids Bayard, and, most recently, their rivals in Exira-EHK. In that stretch, they have outscored opponents 218-74. Although they dropped their opening game of the season to Audubon, head coach Barry Bower’s message has remained the same ever since: improve every game.

Amid a winning streak, it can be easy for a group to get complacent. However, the Cougars are looking to be ever-diligent and are focusing on the details of the game. Bower says the team’s resiliency and ability to learn is something he appreciates about this CAM team.

Leading the way for the CAM this season is their senior quarterback Makade Paulsen. Paulsen ranks in the top three in 4 statistical categories, including total touchdowns and rushing yards. Through 4 games, Paulsen has racked up 1,024 offensive yards and 21 total touchdowns.  Bower not only appreciates but also credits the way Paulsen carries himself as the reason for his success on the field

CAM is now the 8th ranked team in the Iowa 8-player class according to Radio Iowa’s most recent poll. However, Bower and the Cougars aren’t on the postseason possibilities. They are taking it one step at a time.

The Cougars will look to continue their mindset of improvement and attention to detail in their final three games. They will be on the road for the next two, facing 2-3 Sidney this week before heading out to face 4-1 Fremont Mills. They will finish out the season at home against Stanton on the 18th.

 

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Girls Cross Country Results from Tuesday

Sports

October 1st, 2024 by Asa Lucas

MONARCH INVITE

1. Harlan (41 points) — 1. Lindsey Sonderman (18:47.06), 2. Ashlyn Rau (19:34.64), 11. Brylee Schechinger (21:09.64), 12. Allie Anderson (21:14.61), 15. Aspen Bieker (21:38.40)

3. Denison-Schleswig (130 points) — 5. Lola Mendlik (20:11.17), 6. Alexa Tremblay (20:17.44)

4. Logan-Magnolia (141 points) — 7. Madison Sporrer (20:18.38)

6. Tri-Center (177 points) — 13. Quincey Schneckloth (21:22.60)

7. Boyer Valley (179 points) — 8. Hailey Cue (20:18.64)

8. Abraham Lincoln (192 points)

9. Kuemper Catholic (195 points)

10. Woodbine (200 points) — 9. Adyson Lapel (20:37.83), 10. Reagan Cogdill (20:51.10)

NTS. Missouri Valley

CLARKE INVITE

1. Van Meter (26 points)

2. Martensdale-St. Marys (58 points) — 3. Karson Oberender (20:39.50), 4. Maclaine German (20:48.00), 15. Ellie Baker (23:22.20)

3. Creston (64 points) — 8. Cora Smith (21:52.20), 9. Payton Davis (21:53.00), 10. Reese Strunk (22:18.60)

NTS. Southeast Warren — 7. Kaleigh Harvey (21:45.20)

NTS. Mount Ayr

NTS. Lenox

NTS. East Union

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Boys Cross Country Results from Tuesday

Sports

October 1st, 2024 by Asa Lucas

DENISON-SCHLESWIG MEET

1. Woodbine (60 points) — 1. Gunner Wagner (16:02.21), 8. Aiden Summerfield (17:23.97), 14. Evan Estrada (17:50.08)

3. Tri-Center (94 points) — 5. Haven Weers (17:14.65), 12. Brennan Boden (17:36.13), 13. Evan Wham (17:47.49) 

4. Kuemper Catholic (99 points) — 4. Dayton Wiederin (17:06.63), 9. Fletch Badding (17:29.03)

5. Denison-Schleswig (135 points) — 6. Kevin Sanchez (17:14.74) 

6. Missouri Valley (169 points)

7. Abraham Lincoln (180 points)

10. Harlan (215 points)

11. Boyer Valley (245 points) 

NTS. Logan-Magnolia — 10. Brodie Davis (17:34.64) 

CLARKE MEET

5. Martensdale-St. Marys (131 points) — 11. Isaiah Wheeldon (18:57.60)

7. Creston (182 points)

8. Southwest Valley (213 points) 

9. Southeast Warren (224 points) 

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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Hurricane Helene response efforts

News

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES— Gov. Kim Reynolds today (Tuesday) issued a disaster proclamation to ease restrictions on the transportation of materials and repair crews passing through Iowa enroute to Hurricane Helene response.  The proclamation temporarily suspends certain regulatory provisions of Iowa Code that pertain to hours of service, weight limits, and registration requirements for electrical repair crews and drivers as part of the disaster response.
The proclamation is effective immediately and expires on October 31, 2024.

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Le Mars ask for help in solving Monday murder

News

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – Le Mars police says the shooting death of a man Monday was a homicide. Officers responding to s shots fired call found 21-year-old Miguel Martinez in an apartment around 2:30 a-m. Le Mars police chief Kevin Vande Vegte says it appears the shooting was not a random act.

Vande Vegte says they could use some help in finding the shooter.

Anyone with info can call the police department at 712-546-4113.

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WILLIAM “Bill” LILLARD, 88, of Atlantic (Svcs. 9/5/24)

Obituaries

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

WILLIAM “Bill” LILLARD, 88, of Atlantic, died Monday, September 30, 2024, at his home. Services for BILL LILLARD will be held 11-a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, at Roland Funeral Home in Atlantic.

Visitation with family present will begin at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, at the funeral home.

Burial is in the Atlantic Cemetery with the Atlantic Color Guard providing military honors.

Memorials may go to the family for later designation.

BILL LILLARD is survived by:

His wife – Karen Lillard, of Atlantic.

6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.

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JERRY FEICK, 74, of Osage (formerly of the Fontanelle area) – Private Graveside Services

Obituaries

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

JERRY FEICK, 74, of Osage (formerly of the Fontanelle area), died Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Private Graveside Services for JERRY FEICK will be held in the Fontanelle Cemetery.  Lamb Funeral Home in Fontanelle is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences may be left to the family at www.lambfuneralhomes.com.

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Atlantic Police respond to Little League complex damage; Alleged culprit turns themself in

News

October 1st, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – After the Atlantic Police Department took to social media Tuesday afternoon in response to an incident that took place over the past weekend, the person allegedly responsible for the damage at the Little League sports complex reached out to the police department and took responsibility for their actions. Police later noted that they “We will be working with them and the Little League board to resolve the issue.”
The Atlantic Little League complex was damaged on Saturday evening. Police said in their initial post, that “Although a poor choice was being made to “spin cookies” in the parking lot, we do believe that damaging the fence was an accident. “We understand that accidents happen,” Police say, “and we are asking the person responsible to come forward.” Authorities said they had “some video of the vehicle,” and were “working to have it enhanced for better identification.”

Little League Sports Complex damage ( picture taken 9-29-24)

Police had warned that they “Would rather the parties responsible come forward and work with the Little League board to have the damage fixed. However, if we find the responsible party through investigation, charges will be pursued.”
Cass County Crime Stoppers was offering a $200 reward for information leading to charges in the case.

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