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Tabor man arrested Monday on Theft, Felony Burglary & Ongoing Criminal Conduct charges

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November 21st, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Sidney, Iowa) – Fremont County Sheriff’s Kevin Aistrope reports deputies with the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office, Monday (11/21) arrested 40-year-old Jeffrey Brent Vanhouten, of Tabor. He faces one count of Theft in the 5th Degree, Class-D Felony charges (2 counts) of Burglary in the 3rd Degree, and a Class-B Felony charge of Ongoing Criminal Conduct.

Authorities alleged that on Nov. 15, 2022 Vanhouten, who operates a floral company, was contracted to deliver flowers to a wedding in Omaha, Nebraska by a couple from Tabor. Vanhouten then returned to the couple’s residence in Tabor and was observed on camera entering the home without permission during their wedding.

It is also alleged that Vanhouten entered a 2nd Fremont County home in October and was found inside the residence by the owner.

Jeffrey Brent Vanhouten

Deputies also allege that on Saturday, Nov. 12th, Vanhouten entered the Fremont-Mills School in Tabor, where he entered several areas of the school without permission, caused damage to various items, and Vanhouten was then observed leaving the school with unknown items.

Vanhouten was being held at the Fremont County Jail on $32,000 cash or surety bond. The investigation is ongoing at this time. Anyone with similar incidents with Vanhouten is urged to contact the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office.

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4 candidates to interview for Atlantic Parks Director in December

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November 21st, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – Atlantic Mayor Grace Garrett informed the Parks and Rec Board during their meeting this (Monday) evening, that a committee will conduct interviews on December 8th, with applicants for the Parks and Rec Director’s job. The position became open last month, following the resignation of former Director Bryant Rasmussen, who accepted a job with the USDA. Board member Jeremy Butler said the interviews will be staggered for that afternoon, because the applicants are not all from this area, or from Iowa for that matter.

The Board heard from Snyder and Associates Engineer Dave Sturm, with regard to the Splash Pad project. The Board approved the engineering contract with Snyders during their meeting last month. He says since then, the survey work is finished and they have drawn-up a brief conceptual design. Sturm said “We’re ready to go.” He spoke about the potential locations for the Splash Pad.

The Board was in agreement that the 3,200-square foot location southeast of the Sunnyside Pool would be the best option. By comparison, Walnut’s Splash Pad is 2,400-square feet. In other business, the Parks and Rec Board voted to appoint Erin McFadden, Jolene Smith and Jeff Christensen to the Splash Pad Executive Committee, but at the request of Board Member Jeremy Butler, tabled his appointment as Splash Pad Fundraising Committee Chair with the authority to form the committee and recruit volunteers.

Butler said more information need to be gathered with regard to the steps that need to be taken so that the fundraising takes place legally, and at the same time benefits those who wish to use their donations as a tax deduction.

The Board will circle back to the appointment during their next meeting, and if there are still questions, the have the option to table it again. In other business, the Board discussed the benefit the Parks Department receives from the Hotel/Motel Tax, as it relates to a possible future vote to increase the tax. The current rate of 7-percent is a combined total of state, county and city sales tax rates. In late 2010, voters approved a measure that called for a hotel/motel tax of 4% with the money used to “improve, repair, operate and maintain parks and recreation facilities and grounds for the Atlantic City.”

City Clerk Barb Barrick explained what that means for the department’s budget…

Disbursements from the State are made quarterly.

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Atlantic hoping to bring strong effort and consistent offense to new girls basketball season

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November 21st, 2022 by admin

The Atlantic girls basketball team will get their season started this week and the Trojans will have good mix of experience and youth. The Trojans bring back their top 4 scorers from last season and head coach Dan Vargason says it’s a good group to show the new faces the way.

The Trojans are coming off a 9-14 campaign in 2021-22. Consistent scoring was an issue last season for the Trojans and Coach Vargason said they need to build some shooting confidence across the board.

Atlantic opens up with a road trip to Denison-Schleswig on Tuesday and then will host AC/GC a week later to get the season rolling. Coach Vargason said he’s just looking for the right attitude and effort early in the year.

Some of the key returning players for the Trojans are Paytn Harter who had a phenomenal freshman season last year with 312 points to lead the team. Jada Jensen returns after dropping 279 points and a team leading 80 assists and 77 steals last season. Aubrey Guyer had 155 points, 103 rebounds, and a team best 12 blocks in 2021-22.

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2 arrested in Glenwood over the weekend

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November 21st, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Glenwood, Iowa) – The Glenwood Police Department reports two men were arrested on separate charges, over the weekend. On Saturday, 26-year-old Trenton Duncan, of Sloan, was arrested for Public Intoxication and Domestic Abuse Assault. He was being held in the Mills County Jail without bond, until seen by a magistrate.

And, on Sunday, 18-year-old Cody Krause, of Glenwood, was arrested for OWI 1st offense. He has since posted at $1,000 cash or surety bond.

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Joens named Big 12 Player of the Week

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November 21st, 2022 by admin

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State’s Ashley Joens was deservingly rewarded for her outstanding performances with her first Big 12 Player of the Week of the season, the conference announced on Monday.

Joens picked up her 11th career Big 12 Player of the Week nod, tying her with Oklahoma’s Courtney Paris for the third-most in league history.

Joens led the Big 12 with 29.5 points per game across the Cyclones’ two contests last week. At UNI on Wednesday night, Joens put in 26 points, including a then-career-high-matching six 3-pointers) and grabbed nine rebounds as the Cyclones battled their way to an 88-85 win over the Panthers.

She followed that up on Sunday against Columbia at Hilton with a season-best 33 points, which included a career-high seven 3-pointers, for her 16th career 30-point outing. She also grabbed 10 rebounds to record her 52nd career double-double.

In addition to leading the conference in scoring last week, Joens was the Big 12 leader in 3-pointers (13) and free throw percentage (100 percent, 10-for-10) in addition to being second in 3-point percentage (56.5) and rebounds (9.5 per game) and seventh in field goal percentage (56.3).

Joens and the No. 5 Cyclones return to action on Thanksgiving Day at the Phil Knight Invitational in Portland, Oregon against Michigan State. Tip between the Cyclones and Spartans will be at 6:30 p.m. Central on ESPNU.

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Elliott man arrested Monday morning

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November 21st, 2022 by admin

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest on Monday, of 35-year-old Demarcus Jermar King, of Elliott, on a charge of Domestic Assault 2nd Offense and Criminal Mischief 4th Degree. King was arrested at approximately 9:43 a.m. and was booked into the Montgomery County Jail and held on no bond.

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Big 12 and Dallas selected for 2031 Women’s Final Four

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November 21st, 2022 by admin

DALLAS – The NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Committee announced that the Big 12 Conference and the Dallas Sports Commission have been selected to host the 2031 Women’s Final Four at the American Airlines Center with competition taking place on April 4 and 6, 2031. This is the third time the Big 12 and Dallas have been selected to host a Women’s Final Four, all since 2017.

“We are pleased to once again bring the Women’s Final Four to Dallas,” said Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark. “There is no bigger stage for women’s college basketball, and we look forward to partnering with the Dallas Sports Commission to provide a best-in-class experience for this showcase event.”

The Big 12 and Dallas joined forces for the 2017 NCAA Women’s Final Four at the American Airlines Center, as 19,310 fans saw South Carolina defeat Mississippi State for the championship. The 2023 Women’s Final Four at American Airlines Center in Dallas will bring together the championship games for all three NCAA divisions.

“We’re thrilled the NCAA and Women’s Basketball Committee has again chosen Dallas as host city for the Women’s Final Four,” said Executive Director of the Dallas Sports Commission Monica Paul. “2031 will mark the third time since 2017 that the champion of women’s college basketball will be crowned in Dallas. March Madness is the pinnacle of the collegiate game, and we’re thrilled to crown the champion in our city in 2023 and 2031. We’ve proven again that we’re a strong partner for top-level women’s basketball.”

This is the ninth time the Big 12 has been selected to host games in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, partnering with venues in Dallas, Oklahoma City and Kansas City. In addition to hosting the 2023 Women’s Final Four in Dallas, the Big 12 serves as the host institution for upcoming NCAA Men’s Basketball Regionals in 2023 (Kansas City) and 2024 (Dallas), plus NCAA Men’s Basketball First and Second Round games in 2026 (Oklahoma City).

Dallas and the North Texas region have also staged NCAA Men’s Basketball championships, hosting the 2014 Men’s Final Four at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, a 2013 Regional at AT&T Stadium, and First and Second Round games at the American Airlines Center in 2002, 2006, 2018 and 2024.

The games in Dallas will mark the ninth time that the Women’s Final Four will be played in the state of Texas. In addition to Dallas hosting in 2017 and 2023, San Antonio hosted in 2002, 2010 and 2021 and Austin hosted in 1985 and 1987. San Antonio was selected to host the 2029 event as part of this bid process. Other bids selected in this cycle include Columbus, Ohio (2027), Indianapolis (2028) and Portland, Oregon (2030).

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Campbell named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

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November 21st, 2022 by admin

IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa senior linebacker Jack Campbell has been named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week following his performance in the Hawkeyes’ 13-10 win at Minnesota. The announcement was made Monday by the Big Ten Conference office.

Campbell (6-foot-5, 246-pounds) led the Iowa defense in the final minutes of the win at Minnesota as the Hawkeyes won their eighth straight with Floyd of Rosedale on the line. Campbell forced a Minnesota fumble inside the Iowa 10 with 5:07 left to play, which was recovered by teammate Deontae Craig.

On Minnesota’s next possession, Campbell intercepted a pass that was broken up by cornerback Riley Moss. Campbell returned his second interception of the season to the Minnesota 45 with 2:06 remaining. The Iowa offense turned the theft into a Drew Stevens game-winning field goal with 28 seconds to play. Campbell appeared to have a 75-yard return for a touchdown, but it was ruled that he stepped out of bounds at the 45.

For the game, the Cedar Falls, Iowa, native recorded 10 tackles, including six solo stops, as the Hawkeye defense held the Gophers to 10 points.  Iowa’s defense has held eight opponents to 10 points or less in 11 games. Campbell leads Iowa with a Big Ten-best 110 tackles, recording more than 100 tackles for the second straight season

Campbell is a finalist for the William V. Campbell Trophy and was named a semifinalist for the Bednarik Award, Rotary Lombardi Award and Butkus Award. The Big Ten honor is the second of Campbell’s career, as he was also recognized following Iowa’s win over Colorado State in 2021.

Campbell is the fifth Hawkeye to earn Big Ten recognition this season. Punter Tory Taylor earned special team honors on two occasions (South Dakota State, Rutgers), defensive back Kaevon Merriweather earned defensive honors for his play at Rutgers, Stevens earned Freshman of the Week honors for his play in the win over Northwestern and running back Kaleb Johnson was named Offensive and Freshman of the Week for his performance in Iowa’s win at Purdue.

Iowa (7-4, 5-3) closes out the regular season Friday, hosting Nebraska (3-8, 2-6) in the battle for the Heroes Trophy (3:01 p.m. CT, BTN).

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Hutchinson named Biletnikoff semifinalist

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November 21st, 2022 by admin

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State senior wide receiver Xavier Hutchinson has been named a semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award, awarded annually to the nation’s outstanding FBS receiver regardless of position.

Hutchinson has had one of the best seasons in school history, breaking his own school record with 105 receptions and topping the previous school career record with 252 catches.

The Jacksonville, Florida, native, has topped eight catches in every game this season and 100 yards in seven of the 11 Cyclone contests.

Hutchinson leads the nation in receptions and receptions per game, while also ranking fifth nationally in receiving yards (1,160).

He has 45 more receptions than the next best Big 12 Conference pass catcher.

Biletnikoff Semifinalists

Xavier Hutchinson, Iowa State
Jordan Addison, USC
Brock Bowers, Georgia
Nathaniel Dell, Houston
Josh Downs, North Carolina
Zay Flowers, Boston College
Marvin Harrison Jr., Ohio State
Jalin Hyatt, Tennessee
Quentin Johnston, TCU
Charlie Jones, Purdue
Rashee Rice, SMU
Keylon Stokes, Tulsa

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Drinking Water Advisory in the City of Exira

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November 21st, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Exira, Iowa) – Officials with the City of Exira Water Supply are recommending residents boil their water before using for drinking or to use an alternative source. The Regional Water Rural Water Association Water Supply had a problem in the distribution system and the water main feeding the City of Exira had to be shut down. Due to the potential for bacterial contamination, it is being recommended that the water be boiled before using for drinking or cooking or that an alternative source be used.

IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water. The water may be used for bathing and other similar purposes. If the water is colored, use an alternative source such as bottled water.

For more information, please contact Tim Wahlert, Water Superintendent or appropriate title at 712-304-0481. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1(800) 426-4791.

When water service is restored, there may be air in your water piping and the water may be discolored. It is recommended to run the first water from a faucet that does not have an aerator screen, such as a bathtub or hose bib. Open the faucet slowly to allow the air to escape. Once the water is flowing, allow the faucet to run until it is clear. The water may be cloudy at first due to air in the water or particles that dislodged as the pipes filled with water. This should clear fairly quickly. If water is cloudy or colored throughout the house and it does not clear after allowing the water to run for several minutes, use an alternative source such as bottled water and contact the person listed above.

The system has been repaired, repressurized, and bacteria samples will be collected. This advisory is a precaution until bacterial sample results are available. You will be notified when the results are available and the advisory is lifted.

The system is working with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to resolve the situation.

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