(Creston, Iowa) – Officers with the Creston Police Department, the Creston Police K9 Unit, Union County Sheriff’s Office and Afton Police Department executed a narcotics search warrant on Saturday, October 9th, 2021 in the city of Creston. Authorities said Sunday, a large amount of methamphetamine, marijuana, U.S. Currency and a loaded firearm were seized from a residence. It’s not clear if there were any arrests at this time, as no names were released.
The K9 “Baxo” was deployed and played a key role in the investigation. Officials say Baxo has been essential in their ongoing efforts to combat narcotic activity in Creston. Recently Baxo assisted in recovering precursors used to manufacture methamphetamine.
(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Cass County Board of Supervisors will meet in a regular session 9-a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 12th, in their Board Room at the Courthouse. Action items on their agenda include:
Approval of a Bond Counsel Engagement Agreement with Ahlers Cooney.
Action on a Resolution fixing the date for a public hearing meeting on “the proposition to authorize a Loan Agreement and the issuance of Notes to evidence the obligations of the County…not to exceed $3,500,000 General Obligation Loan Notes.”
The Board will receive a report from Cass County Conservation Department Director Micah Lee, for the quarter ending 9/30/2021. The will also receive a regular report from County Engineer Trent Wolken, and continue with discussions pertaining to the County residential care facility (Willow Heights) and county farm ground. During their meeting last week, Board Chair Steve Baier said that issues may cause a prospect interested in the County residential care facility building to withdraw. Supervisor John Hartkopf said the MHDS Region will help with search for a new tenant and otherwise investing in keeping the facility maintained through at least the remainder of FY22.
Their final item of business is to discuss and take possible action on: America Rescue Plan funding, with regard to the use of those funds, etc.
(Anita, Iowa) – The CAM School District’s Board of Education is set to meet Monday, Oct. 11th, in Anita. The meeting takes place in the CAM High School Superintendent’s Office, beginning at 6:30-p.m. Consent/Action items on their agenda include:
Open enrollments
Resignations
Contracts
Fundraisers
Volunteers
Discussion and possible action items include:
A facility update
Approval of Snow Removal Bids
Approval of an SBRC (School Budget Review Committee) Modified Supplemental Amount Application and Supplemental Aid for the 2020-21 Special Education Program Deficit – $179,634.27.
Approval of 500 series Board Policies, and
Approval for the Board to enter into a closed session to review or discuss student records which are required by state and federal law, to be kept confidential.
Police in Red Oak arrested a man early this (Sunday) morning on a simple misdemeanor charge. Authorities say 42-year-old Michael Edward Irvine, Jr., of Red Oak, was arrested for Public Intoxication at around 2-a.m. in the 1000 block of E. Corning Street, in Red Oak. Irvine, Jr. was transported to the Montgomery County Jail and held on a $300 bond.
Des Moines, Iowa — Former President Donald Trump held his first rally in Iowa since he left office. KCCI reports thousands of people streamed into the Iowa State Fairgrounds on Saturday to hear former President Donald Trump speak. Saturday was Trump’s first time back in Iowa since before the 2020 presidential election. Several top Republicans spoke before the crowd throughout the day, including Congresswomen Marianette Miller-Meeks and Ashley Hinson, Senator Charles Grassley and Gov. Kim Reynolds.
The Des Moines Register reports Trump, who spoke for more than 90 minutes, rattled off a long list of campaign-style promises and joked about a potential new slogan, but stopped short of announcing a reelection bid. And in front of thousands of whipped-up supporters, he endorsed both U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley and Iowa’s first-in-the-nation caucuses, which has for decades launched the presidential nominating contests for both major political parties.
He repeated claims that the 2020 election was “rigged,” and continued to cast doubt on the results, including in Arizona which just concluded a review of the state’s largest county’s votes and found no evidence of a stolen election.
People came from across the country for the Save America Rally. In the hours leading up to the speakers, people in the crowd were able to watch the Iowa vs. Penn State game on large screens placed throughout the area by former President Trump’s team.
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. West wind 5 to 14 mph.
Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly between 8pm and 10pm. Cloudy, with a low around 51. West wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Columbus Day: A 20 percent chance of showers. Cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 69. Light north wind becoming northwest 8 to 13 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 18 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 74. Calm wind becoming south southeast 5 to 9 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1am. Low around 55. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Wednesday: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a slight chance of showers. High near 71. Windy. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Saturday’s High in Atlantic was 75. The Low was 56. Last year on this date, the High in Atlantic was 81, and the Low was 52. The Record High was 96, in 1893. The Record Low was 17, in1906.
(Atlantic, Iowa) – Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hogue says “It’s the LAST week of Produce in the Park, and we’re celebrating with a little Halloween action–Trick-or-Treat in the Park.” Produce in the Park takes place Thursday, Oct. 14th, from 4:30-until 6:30-p.m. in the downtown Atlantic City park, and features Trick-or-Treating fun!
Costumes are not required, but expect to see some costumes at the park, along with:
Fresh Local Produce: Pie pumpkins, squash, melons, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, aronia berries, & more!
More farm favorites: pumpkin butter, jams, jellies, and syrups, goat milk soaps, granola, honey, and local meat.
Local Crafts: Soaps, candles, and wax melts in cozy fall scents from Smudge, Bags, jackets, and more from Tracie Lobstein.
Baked goods:
Kringleman Danish Pastries in fall flavors including pecan
Sue’s Country Garden baked goods
Brun Ko Farm pumpkin pies pre-order only (pre-orders are due by noon on Oct. 13 to brunkofarm@gmail.com or 712-249-3187)
Guest Chef: Jennifer from Erickson Foods – samples and recipes of Maple Butternut Squash Casserole
Oct. 14 Park Packs featuring Erickson Foods’ Maple Butternut Squash Casserole: Park Packs can be pre-ordered from Brun Ko Farm at www.brunkofarm.com or purchased from Brun Ko Farm at the market as supplies last.
Community Organizations at the Market (all are joining in on the trick-or-treat!) include:
Atlantic Elks Lodge
Cass County PROSPER: info. and resources on mental health and mental wellness
Atlantic Rising
Cass County Master Gardeners
Advanced Services employment services
Entertainment during the evening is as follows:
Sarah Selders 4:30-5:25
Atlantic Rising Update 5:25-5:35
Lisa Johnston 5:35-6:30
Snack at the Market: kettle corn and fresh-squeezed lemonade, plus a sneak peek at Atlas Atlantic Cinemas’ Holiday Popcorn!
HOWARD “BUTCH” FUNKE, 73, of Fontanelle, died Saturday, October 9, 2021, at the Adair County Memorial Hospital in Greenfield. Funeral services for HOWARD “BUTCH” FUNKE will be held 1-p.m. Wed., Oct. 13th, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Fontanelle. Steen Funeral Home in Fontanelle has the arrangements.
Visitation at the funeral home will take place from 2-until 9-p.m. Tuesday, Oct.12th, with the family greeting friends from 7-until 9-p.m.
Burial is in the Garner Cemetery, in Bridgewater.
Memorials may be directed to the Howard Funke Memorial Fund to the established by the family at a later date.; Online condolences may be left to the family at www.steenfunerals.com.
HOWARD “BUTCH” FUNKE is survived by:
His sons – Duane (Lisa) Funke, of Anita, and Pat Funke, of Dexter.
Two step-sons: Travis (Lisa) Arterburn, of Fontanelle, and Justin (Amanda) Arterburn, of Ankeny.
His sisters – Sherry (Jim) Ruggles, of Boone, and Cindy (Terry) Wambold, of Oklahoma.
Three grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
(Avoca, Iowa) – Patrons of the AHSTW Community School District have three more community meetings set to take place between now and November 2nd, with regard to two parts of a 2021 Bond Referendum that, combined, amounts to just under $20-million. Previously, meetings were held in Avoca, Walnut and most recently, in Shelby. AHSTW School Superintendent Darin Jones says the next meetings are set for:
Tuesday Oct. 12th, at 7-p.m., in Tennant, (During the Tennant City Council meeting)
Thursday, Oct. 14th, in Avoca, from 5:30-until 7-p.m. (at the AHSTW High School Cafeteria)
and Tuesday, Oct. 19th, in Hancock, from 7-8:30-p.m. (at the Hancock City Hall).
Jones explains there are two questions on the November 2nd, ballot for the referendum (See the actual wording of the referendum’s below). The first is with regard to remodeling, repairing and improving the district’s existing pre-k through 12 facilities, along with some additions to the buildings.
Jones said the lighting components aspect of the improvement is not limited to the high school section.
The second question voters will act on, is with regard to the construction of an auditorium.
In addition to the classroom learning environment, the auditorium can be used for community education spaces and other opportunities.
Jones said he think the overall feedback they’ve received from the three previous has generally been positive.
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Here are the questions AHSTW School District Patrons will see on their ballot Nov. 2nd:
QUESTION 1: Remodel, repair, improve the existing K-12 facilities, along with additions
Shall the Board of Directors of the AHSTW Community School District in the Counties of Cass, Harrison, Pottawattamie, and Shelby, State of Iowa, be authorized to contract indebtedness and issue General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $12,900,000 to provide funds to remodel, repair, and improve the existing K-12 facilities; and to build, furnish, and equip additions to and renovations of learning environments, including related site improvements?
QUESTION 2: Construct an auditorium addition to AHSTW Community Schools
Shall the Board of Directors of the AHSTW Community School District in the Counties of Cass, Harrison, Pottawattamie, and Shelby, State of Iowa, be authorized to contract indebtedness and issue General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $6,750,000 to provide funds to build, furnish, and equip a new Auditorium at the existing K-12 facilities?
Costumes are not required, but expect to see some costumes at the park, along with:
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