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Westbound I-80 traffic at the I-80/I-880 interchange in Pottawattamie County will be detoured Monday morning, Sept. 13

News

September 12th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

ATLANTIC, Iowa – Sept. 12, 2021 – At 7 a.m. Monday, Sept. 13, westbound Interstate 80 traffic will be detoured in Pottawattamie County near the I-80/I-880 interchange while repairs are made to the pavement. The repairs are expected to be completed within 36 hours, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 4 Office.

Local travelers can expect a detour of up to one mile while regional travelers can expect a ten-mile detour.

The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.

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KAY WOHLENHAUS, 82, of Atlantic (9-25-2021)

Obituaries

September 12th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

KAY WOHLENHAUS, 82, of Atlantic, died Sept. 11, 2021, at the Hansen House, in Harlan.  A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for KAY WOHLENHAUS will be held Saturday, September 25th at 11:00 a.m. at First Church of Christ in Atlantic.  Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic is assisting the family. (The service will be livestreamed and recorded.)

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A public visitation with family present will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at First Church of Christ.

A private family burial will be held at the Atlantic Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation to the Hansen House and Every Step Hospice.

Online condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.

KAY WOHLENHAUS is survived by:

Husband: Ron Wohlenhaus.

Daughter:  Tammy (Jerry) Wyman

Son:  Mike (Jody) Wohlenhaus

Sister:  Connie (Dick) Estling of Ocala, Florida

Brothers:  Bill O’Riley of West Des Moines, Butch (Becky) O’Riley of Waynesville, Missouri, and Tom (Sallie) O’Riley of Spiro, Oklahoma

7 Grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces, nephews, family and friends.

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Skyscan forecast for Atlantic & the area: Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021

Weather

September 12th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Light and variable wind becoming north northeast 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 9pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. East wind around 10 mph.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind around 10 mph.
Tuesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 78. Light and variable wind becoming north northwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 78.

Saturday’s High in Atlantic, was 91. Our Low was 57. Last year on this date, the High in Atlantic was 59, and the Low was 52. The Record High was 97 in 1939 & 2000. The Record Low was 28, in 1902.

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Iowa volleyball sweeps past Iowa State Saturday

Sports

September 11th, 2021 by admin

CORALVILLE, Iowa — The University of Iowa volleyball team defeated Iowa State in straight sets on Saturday night in the final game of the Cy-Hawk Series Tournament.

Courtney Buzzerio tallied 15 kills, Mari Hinkle recorded 8 digs, and Bailey Ortega notched 26 assists to lead the Hawkeyes.

HOW IT HAPPENED

SET 1 (Iowa, 25-20): Scoring went point-for-point from the start. The Hawkeyes pulled energy from multiple hits by both Buzzerio andAmiya Jones — a dynamic duo in the front row. Iowa took the first big five-point lead at the 17-12 mark with no timeouts left for the Cyclones. Iowa State tried to climb back, but to no avail against Iowa’s scrappy play and powerful attacks.

SET 2 (Iowa, 25-19): Iowa State came in right off the bat challenging Iowa, aiming their serves and swings to open court. The Hawkeyes came back and held pace with aces and kills as the score stayed level. The first team to pull away from the game of cat and mouse was Iowa, 18-14. This lead featured back-to-back kills fromAddie VanderWeide. The Hawkeyes forced a Cyclone timeout when the lead became substantial at 22-16. Iowa stayed up, taking the set.

SET 3 (Iowa, 25-21): The trend continued with long rallies between the teams and the initial score going back and forth. The Hawkeyes were the first to pull ahead with a four-point lead, 17-13. The Cyclones rivaled back, climbing to a one-point deficit, 20-19. Ultimately, Iowa prevailed.

UP NEXT

The Hawkeyes travel to Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Fri., September 17 for the first match of the Mile High Invitational against Incarnate Word. First serve is scheduled for noon (CT).

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Hawks bring home the Cy-Hawk trophy

Sports

September 11th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(KCCI) AMES, Iowa — The Hawkeyes will keep the coveted Cy-Hawk trophy yet again. No. 9 Iowa forced three turnovers in the third quarter, four in the game, and pulled away in the second half to beat No. 9 Iowa State 27-17. This is the sixth year in a row the Hawkeyes have beaten their arch-rivals. This one, however, was the biggest.

It was the first time ever each team was ranked, and each team was in the top 10. Plus, ESPN’s College GameDay was in town for the nationally-televised broadcast. Iowa was a 4.5-point underdog, but grabbed a 14-3 lead in the 2nd quarter on a Charlie Jones TD catch.

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JETTIE GAINES, 93, of Atlantic (Celebration of Life 9/27/21)

Obituaries

September 11th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

JETTIE GAINES, 93, of Atlantic, died Saturday, Sept. 11th, at the Exira Care Center. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for JETTIE GAINES will be held 11-a.m. on Monday, Sept. 27th, at the First Church of Christ, in Atlantic. Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic has the arrangements.

Visitation with the family present will be held prior to the service at the church starting at 10:00 a.m. on Sept. 27th.

Immediately following the service lunch will be served in the fellowship hall followed by burial at the Atlantic Cemetery.

The service will be live-streamed and recorded, please check for details closer to the time of the service at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.

Memorials may be directed to the family so they can show their appreciation to the staff at the Exira Care Center.

JETTIE GAINES is survived by:

Her daughter – Linda (Larry) Fulk, of Hamlin.

Her sons – Herman “Tab” (Rhea) Gaines, of Pleasanton, TX., & Todd (Barb) Gaines, of Phoenix, AZ.

14 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren.

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RITA KAY RILEA, 73, of Stuart (Mass of Christian Burial 9/15/21)

Obituaries

September 11th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

RITA KAY RILEA, 73, of Stuart, has died at Taylor Hospice House, in Des Moines. A Mass of Christian Burial for RITA RILEA will be held 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 15th at All Saints Catholic Church in Stuart. Johnson Family Funeral Home in Stuart has the arrangements.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 14th, 2021 at the Johnson Family Funeral Home & Crematory in Stuart.

Burial will be in the Brethren Cemetery in Panora.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rita Rilea Memorial Contributions and may be sent in care of Johnson Family Funeral Home & Crematory, PO Box 246, Stuart, Iowa 50250.

Online memorials may be left at www.johnsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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GLORIA ANN MUSICH, 69, of Harlan (Mass of Christian Burial 9/14/21)

Obituaries

September 11th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

GLORIA ANN MUSICH, 69, of Harlan, died Saturday, Sept. 11th, at Myrtue Medical Center, in Harlan. A Mass of Christian Burial for GLORIA ANN MUSICH will be held 11-a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14th, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, in Harlan. Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan has the arrangements.

Visitation at the funeral home is on Monday, Sept. 13th, from 3-until 7-p.m., with a Wake Service at 7-p.m.

Burial is in St. Mary’s Cemetery at Portsmouth.

GLORIA ANN MUSICH is survived by:

Her daughter – Christine (Jammie) Forney, of Glenwood.
Her sisters – Linda (Bill) Anderson, of Wheaton, IL;Kathy (Mel) Sporrer, of Portsmouth; Leona (Dan) Bladt, of Shelby; Geralyn (Paul) Sachs, of St. Augustine, FL; & Marita (Jay) Heiman, of Council Bluffs.
Her brother -Mike (Mary) Grote, of Council Bluffs.
2 grandchildren, her sister-in-law Lee Grote of Omaha, Nebraska; other family members and friends.

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Shambaugh man arrested on domestic assault charge

News

September 11th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Page County Sheriff’s deputies responded Friday, to a call about a Domestic disturbance, in Shambaugh. As a result of their investigation, 60-year-old David Jacob Stimson, of Shambaugh, was arrested at his residence for Domestic Abuse Assault 2nd Offense. Stimson was transported to the Page County Jail where he was being held without bond, Saturday, pending appearance before a Magistrate.

David Stimson

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Cedar Rapids Woman Charged with Insurance Fraud and Tampering with Records

News

September 11th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Des Moines, Iowa – The Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau announced, Friday, that 50-year old Kimberly Joy Lovekin, of Cedar Rapids, was charged with one count each of Insurance Fraud – Presenting False Information (Class D Felony), Forgery (Aggravated Misdemeanor), Fraudulent Practices – 2nd Degree (Class D Felony), and Tampering with Records (Aggravated Misdemeanor).

The charges are a result of an investigation conducted by the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau which began in July of 2020. In criminal complaints filed by the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau, it is alleged Lovekin submitted falsified and fictitious medical records to her insurer which were purported to be from various medical facilities throughout Linn County. The alleged actions in support of her claims for payment resulted in over $7,000 in monetary insurance benefits to which she would not have otherwise been entitled.

Kim Lovekin (Photo courtesy of the Linn County Correctional Center)

On September 4, 2021, Lovekin was arrested and booked into the Linn County Correctional Center. Lovekin was later released after posting a $10,000 bond with trial being set for a future date.

Photo courtesy of the Linn County Correctional Center.

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