(12-p.m. News) (Greenfield, Iowa) – The Adair County Sheriff’s Office reports a man from Union County was arrested early Saturday morning in Audubon County following a high speed pursuit. 27-year-old Zakary Arthur Titus, of Creston, faces charges that include Driving While Barred and Eluding/2nd or subsequent offense. He was also wanted on three Union County warrants, including a felony warrant for Violation of Probation. Titus was arrested a little after 3-a.m.

Authorities say at around 2:40-a.m. Saturday, an Adair County Sheriff’s Deputy attempted to stop – on northbound Highway 25 – a 2014 Ford Escape (SUV), for failure to dim the headlights, and for no front or rear license plates. The driver of the SUV (later identified as Zakary Titus), failed to stop, and just before entering Greenfield, drove through the stop sign at the intersection with Highway 92. As the deputy closed the distance with the SUV, he clocked its speed at between 115-120 mph. He was finally apprehended after driving through a bean field in Audubon County. Titus was being held in the Adair County Jail on a $7,000 cash or surety bond for the Adair County charges, and without bond on the Union County warrants.

The Adair County Sheriff’s Office said also, 38-year-old Jose Hugo Chavara-Alvarez, of Urbandale, was arrested by an Iowa State Patrol Trooper Saturday afternoon on I-80 in Adair County. Chavez-Alvarez was being held in the Adair County Jail without bond, on a warrant out of Colorado. Later that same day, 42-year-old Jose Maas-Bueno, of Glendale Heights, IL, was arrested by the ISP at the Greenfield Exit (Exit 86), for OWI/1st offense, after his 2020 Chevy Silverado pickup was found in the ditch off Highway 25, just north of the exit. The Trooper noted Maas-Bueno had blood shot and watery eyes, and he failed the standard Field Sobriety Test. The man refused to take a breath-alcohol test. He was later released on a $1,000 cash/surety bond.

A little before 2-a.m., Saturday, 18-year-old Johnathan Scott Clarke, of Fontanelle, was arrested in Fontanelle, for Domestic Abuse Assault – causing bodily injury/1st offense, following a report of a fight, whereby he allegedly hit his girlfriend several times, as she was packing her belongings while moving out. Clarke was located walking south of the residence, and when questioned admitted that he shoved his girlfriend and hit her a couple of times. He was released from custody later in the day, Saturday, after posting $1,000 bond.

And, at around 1:10-a.m. Saturday, 20-year-old Jonathan David Schwarte, of Oakland, was arrested on I-80 at mm 79, for OWI/1st offense, and Possession of Alcohol under the legal age. He was arrested by the Iowa State Patrol after a Trooper saw Schwarte’s 2016 VW Passat coming up behind the Trooper at a high rate of speed. The VW was clocked at 97 mph in a 70 mph zone. Schwarte tested .220 on the breath alcohol device, and would later test at .162 at the Sheriff’s Office. He was released a couple of hours later on a $1,000 cash/surety bond.

[Update 3;34-p.m.: The DCI has identified the person killed as 45 year old Kevin Arbogast of Centerville. An autopsy will be conducted by the Office of the State Medical Examiner to determine the exact cause and manner of death. ]

(Centerville, Iowa) – Officials with the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation are investigating a deadly shooting in Appanoose County that involved police officers and a deputy. According to the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Centerville police officers were dispatched to a domestic assault in the 21000 block of 560th Street outside Centerville at about 3:43-p.m., Sunday.

“While investigating the incident, two Centerville officers and an Appanoose County sheriff’s deputy were engaged in an officer-involved shooting that resulted in one person killed. The law enforcement officers were not injured,” DPS officials said through a news release. The officers involved have been placed on critical incident leave, as is standard practice.

The identity of the person killed in the shooting and the officers involved have not been identified. The investigation is ongoing.

(Johnston, Iowa) – Officials with the Iowa Army National Guard said Monday (Today), approximately 150 Soldiers will be honored in a community welcome home ceremony for the 3654th Support Maintenance Company, o Tuesday, Nov. 23rd, beginning at 11:45 a.m.  The ceremony takes place at the Des Moines International Airport, Endeavor Air hangar, 2811 Willow Creek Ave.

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend the homecoming ceremony. Parking is located a couple of blocks away from the hanger; therefore, it is recommended to arrive early. Vans are available to shuttle attendees to and from the hanger. Masks are required for this event. Iowans can also view the ceremony live by going to the Iowa National Guard Facebook page @IowaNationalGuard.

The unit is headquartered in Knoxville and supported by a detachment based in Oskaloosa. During the company’s deployment, they covered a vast area, maintaining military equipment at 22 locations within U.S. Central Command. The CENTCOM region encompasses 27 countries, including Afghanistan, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Within the region, the company provided a broad spectrum of support, including COVID-19 response teams, Afghanistan retrograde operations, non-combatant evacuation operations, and area recovery support. The 3654th SMC also provided maintenance advisory teams to help other organizations in CENTCOM build successful maintenance programs.

During the 3654th SMC’s deployment, Soldiers supported Operation Spartan Shield, Operation Inherent Resolve, and Operation Freedom’s Sentinel.

(Radio Iowa) – Cedar Falls public safety officials have arrested two local residents on charges connected to a violent weekend kidnapping. Authorities took 46-year-old Donovan Danielson and 32-year-old Nicole Sage into custody Sunday on charges of first-degree kidnapping for allegedly holding a man against his will inside their Cedar Falls home. Officers were dispatched to a local motel Sunday morning after the victim walked into the business and reported that he had been assaulted. The victim told authorities that he met with an acquaintance at 310 Iowa Street, and while there, he was held by force against his will.

According to officials, the victim was gagged and tied to a chair for a lengthy period of time, burned, and struck with blunt objects by two people armed with a shotgun. Officials say the victim was treated for multiple injuries at an area hospital. Cedar Falls public safety officials say they obtained a search warrant for the home and discovered evidence associated with the reported kidnapping.

If convicted of the Class A felony, Danielson and Sage will spend the rest of their lives in prison.

(Des Moines, IA) The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has authorized boosters of the Pfizer and Moderna Covid-19 vaccines for all adults age 18 and over. Prior to this authorization, eligibility had been limited to individuals age 65 and older and those who lived or worked in high risk environments.

Those who received a single shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine are already eligible for a booster two months after their initial dose. To date, 74% of Iowans age 18 and over and 71% of Iowans age 12 and over have received at least one dose of the vaccine. With the recent authorization of the pediatric Pfizer vaccine, over 31,000 Iowans in the 5-11 age group have also received their first vaccine.

While fewer children have been sick with COVID-19 compared to adults, children can be infected with the virus, and there is no way to tell in advance if a child will get a severe or mild case. After a natural infection, some children have developed a rare but serious disease that is linked to COVID-19 called multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C). Since the beginning of the pandemic, 63 cases of MIS-C have been reported to the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH).

One month into flu season, IDPH urges Iowans to get their flu vaccines as soon as possible. Flu activity in the state is still low, but cases have increased in the last week. Both the flu and COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from these viruses. By getting vaccinated for both influenza and COVID-19, we can prevent avoidable hospitalizations and help preserve health care resources for other needs, including illnesses, injuries and emergencies. Iowans with questions about vaccines for themselves or loved ones consult with their health care provider.

Getting vaccinated now will provide more protection in advance of winter holiday gatherings. Find vaccine providers here and here.

(Radio Iowa) – A sheriff in Arizona is asking Iowans in the Independence area for tips that might help solve a murder that happened 26 years ago. Authorities in Arizona found a man’s body northeast of Flagstaff in October of 1995. The man had been burned and an autopsy confirmed he’d been murdered. It was 21 years later — in 2016 — when D-N-A technology led to the identification of the victim.

Robert Bresson (Photo from IowaCold Cases.org.)

Robert Bresson was 56 years old and Arizona investigators say he was known to be associated with the Independence and Lincoln, Nebraska areas. He was last seen alive in Why, Arizona.

ATLANTIC, IA (November 22, 2021) – Today’s (Monday, 11/22) Harvest Market 2021 is expected to be a popular event. Produce in the Park has released an event map and is sharing tips to help customers prepare for a smooth shopping experience. Harvest Market will be held at the Cass County Community Center (805 W. 10th St. Atlantic, IA 50022) from 3-7 pm.

Parking: All customers who plan to shop at the market in-person are asked to park in the front parking lot. If the front parking lot is full, additional parking can be found behind the building. However, customers picking up their pre-orders drive-through style will be guided to the back of the building, and traffic may be slow. Vendors and volunteers are also being asked to park behind the building.

Pre-orders: Customers who have pre-ordered items are reminded they can either pick up orders drivethrough style, or come into the building to gather their purchases and do extra shopping.

Some vendors outdoors: Lastly, customers planning to purchase food from the Pomodoro Fresh Italian Food Truck are reminded that the food truck will be parked outside the building, and dressing warmly is recommended.

The Harvest Market is held the Monday before Thanksgiving so customers can pick-up local food, decorations, and gifts to enjoy at holiday celebrations. Harvest Market offers premium local produce, meats, baked goods, desserts, and other local foods such as granola, eggs, honey, jams, jellies, and syrups. The market also offers locally-made craft products including seasonal candles, goat milk soaps, holiday and home decorations, and products that make great gifts, such as doll clothes, children’s books, beauty products, tumblers, and more. Pomodoro Fresh Italian Food and A-Town SmokeShack will be offering prepared food, so hungry shoppers don’t have to make plans for dinner.

Harvest Market 2021 Vendors:
 A-Town SmokeShack – BBQ sandwiches and sides
 Bridgewater Farm – Squash, potatoes, sweet potatoes, beets, spinach, greens, garlic,
carrots, kohlrabi, eggs, meat
 Brun Ko Farm – Produce, meats, and pies
 Connie’s Creations – Knitted items and more
 DeLaine’s Designs – Doll clothes
 DezaRae Farm Soaps – Goat milk lotions and soaps
 Eblen Embellishments – Decorated kitchen towels, pillows, other soft house goods
 Erickson Foods – Squash (acorn, spaghetti, butternut), carrots, beets, radishes, potatoes,
syrups, fruit butters, and jellies
 Frosting Inc. – Cupcakes, pies, baked goods, hot cocoa bombs
 Hilltop Creations – Squash (butternut, buttercup), onions, popcorn, crafts, and plants
 Hygge Cottage – Children’s books and bird/squirrel feeders
 JD Crafters – Items made using a laser and CNC router and a lathe, including Christmas
and table ornaments, signage, cutting boards, coasters, & more
 Johnna Joy Designs – Jewelry & more
 Kingwood Farm – Goat milk Soap, detergent, bath shreds, lotion. Pasture-raised pork,
eggs, beef
 Kringle Man – Danish Kringle, cream horns, Danish letters, Danish pastries
 Lefty Lucy Soapworks – Handcrafted all- natural soaps, lotion bars, shower steamers, and
lip balms
 Noble Provisions – Beef
 Pomodoro Fresh Italian Food Truck -Homemade pasta, sauces, sandwiches, salads and
dessert
 Slightly Sassy Orchid Designs – Tumblers and signs
 Smudge – Bath and body products, soaps, and candles
 Sue’s Country Garden – Jams, breads, crisps and cakes, tie blankets for small dogs and
cats, potholder/towel combos, and more
 Sweet Sisters Vegan – Vegan health and beauty products
 Ter-Bear Honey – Honey
 The Chalking Teacher – Holiday decorations including wood, glass, and metal chalked
surfaces
 The Pet Bistro – Dog and cat food and treats; cat toys and beds
 TJ’s Kitchen – Wine bread pastries

To slow the spread of COVID-19 at Harvest Market, Produce in the Park will be supplying masks donated by Cass County Public Health to all customers entering the market.
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Harvest Market is sponsored by the Atlantic Community Promotion Commission, First Whitney Bank and Trust, Camblin Mechanical, Cass County Tourism, Cass County Farm Bureau, the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce, and Lindeman Tractor.