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Iowa COVID-19 Update for Jan. 2nd, 2021: 48 additional deaths, 707 additional cases

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January 2nd, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Department of Public Health today (10-a.m. Saturday), reports there have been 707 new, confirmed cases of COVID-19 in test results received since 10-a.m. Friday, for a pandemic total to-date, of 283,144. IDPH says there had been 48 additional deaths recorded statewide since Friday, for a statewide death toll of 3,946. In our area, there was one additional death in Cass County, 5 more in Harrison County, and 3 more in Pottawattamie County.

Of Iowa’s pandemic-related deaths, COVID-19 is reported as the underlying cause for 3,621 deaths, while 325 are listed as a contributing factor.

The Iowa DPH today reports 107 COVID-19 outbreaks at long-term care facilities in the state (2 less than Friday). Those outbreaks account for 4,488 of Iowa’s current positive cases. COVID-19 outbreaks at long-term care facilities account for 1,139 of the state’s total deaths. Health officials say 3,031 LTC patients/staff have recovered from the virus.

Iowa DPH reports hospitalizations were down from 575 Friday to 572 today. There are: 119 patients in an ICU;  88 were admitted to hospitals, and 60 patients are on ventilators. Hospitals in western/southwest Iowa (RMCC Region 4) report: 32 hospitalized; 14 are in an ICU; 3 people were admitted to a hospital, and 7 people are on a ventilator.

According to the state’s website, 1,361,710 Iowans have been tested for COVID-19, to-date. Iowa’s average reported positivity rate inched up to 12.7% over the last 14 days. That’s up from 12.7% a day earlier.  The health department says 243,218 Iowans have recovered from COVID-19.

In the KJAN listening area, here are the current number positive cases by County; The # of new cases since yesterday {+} – if any; and the total number of deaths in each county to date:

  • Cass, 1,056 cases; {+1}; 39 deaths
  • Adair, 611; {+3}; 17
  • Adams, 266; {+0}; 2
  • Audubon, 384; {+3}; 7
  • Guthrie, 961; {+9}; 23
  • Harrison County, 1,446; {+3}; 58
  • Madison County, 974; {+1}; 8
  • Mills County, 1,285; {+0}; 15
  • Montgomery, 770; {+0}; 15
  • Pottawattamie County, 8,327; {+25}; 98
  • Shelby County, 949; {+0}; 24
  • Union County,  1,035; {+2}; 19

Iowa State vs Kansas women’s basketball game postponed

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January 2nd, 2021 by admin

AMES, Iowa –  In accordance with the women’s basketball game interruption guidelines, the Big 12 Conference and the Iowa State women’s basketball team have announced next week’s home game against Kansas on Wednesday, Jan. 6, has been postponed due to Kansas being unable to meet the roster thresholds established by the league.

The Big 12 will work with both teams to reschedule Wednesday’s game for later in the season. More information will be released when it becomes available.

Iowa State will travel to No. 19 Texas on Sunday, Jan. 3 to take on Texas at 2 p.m. on ESPN2.

Hawkeyes release Spring Volleyball schedule

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January 2nd, 2021 by admin

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The University of Iowa volleyball team revealed its 2021 schedule Wednesday. The schedule includes a conference-only slate with matchups against 11 of the conference’s 14 teams.

The 11-week season begins Jan. 22 and ends April 3. Every team is scheduled to play two games a week against the same opponent.

The schedule features 11 matches inside Xtream Arena, the new home to Hawkeye Volleyball, with the home opener slated for Jan. 22 against Illinois.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, home attendance will be limited to families only. TV and broadcast information will be announced when available. 

Iowa Volleyball Schedule

Week 1
vs Illinois (Jan. 22)
vs Illinois (Jan. 23) 

Week 2
at Purdue (Jan. 29)
at Purdue (Jan. 30)

Week 3
vs Indiana (Feb. 5)
vs Indiana (Feb. 6)

Week 4
at Ohio State (Feb. 12)
at Ohio State (Feb. 13)

Week 5
vs Rutgers (Feb. 19)
vs Rutgers (Feb. 20)

Week 6
at Northwestern (Feb. 26)
at Northwestern (Feb. 27)

Week 7
vs Wisconsin (March 5)
vs Wisconsin (March 6)

Week 8
at Maryland (March 12)
at Maryland (March 13)

Week 9
vs Nebraska (March 17)
at Nebraska (March 20)

Week 10
vs Michigan State (March 26)
vs Michigan State (March 27)

Week 11
at Minnesota (April 2)
at Minnesota (April 3)

NCAA Tournament

 First & Second Rounds: Thursday, April 8 – Saturday, April 10
NCAA Regionals: Thursday, April 15 – Saturday, April 17
NCAA Semifinals: Thursday, April 22
NCAA Final: Saturday, April 24

Because of the coronavirus pandemic, all dates are subject to change. For more information on Xtream Arena, click HERE.

7AM Sportscast 01/02/2021

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January 2nd, 2021 by admin

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Red Oak man arrested for Driving While Barred

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January 2nd, 2021 by admin

The Red Oak Police Department reports the arrest of a Red Oak man for a driving violation on New Year’s Day. At 9:10 a.m. Officers witnessed 24-year-old Zachary Aaron Thomas of Red Oak operating a 2008 Chevy Impala and pulled into his residential driveway. Thomas was known to have a barred Iowa Driver’s License and was operating on a public highway. He was arrested for Driving While Barred- Habitual Offender and held at the Montgomery County Jail on $2,000 cash bond.

KENNETH “KEN” CRANE, 77, of Atlantic (Svcs. Private; visitation 1/4/21 & 1/5/21)

Obituaries

January 2nd, 2021 by admin

KENNETH “KEN” CRANE, 77, of Atlantic died Thursday, December 31st at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. A private family Memorial Service for KENNETH “KEN” CRANE will be held at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Atlantic. Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic has the arrangements. The service will be recorded and available on Roland’s website by mid-day, Thursday.

Open visitation will be held on Monday, January 4th from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, January 5th from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Roland Funeral Home in Atlantic. Online condolences may be left at www.RolandFuneralService.com

Memorials may be made to the family for designation at a later date.

KENNETH “KEN” CRANE is survived by:

Wife: Sharon Crane.

Son: Mark (Carol) Crane of Bettendorf.

Daughter: Cindy (Randy) Hellman of Waterloo.

5 Grandchildren

REX NOLAND, 78, of Adair (Svcs. 01/06/2021)

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January 2nd, 2021 by admin

REX NOLAND, 78, of Adair died Monday, December 28th at Mercy One Medical Center in Des Moines. Funeral services for REX NOLAND will be held on Wednesday, January 6th at 10:30 a.m. in the United Methodist Church in Adair. Hockenberry Family Care Funeral Home in Adair has the arrangements.

Visitation with family will be held on Tuesday, January 5th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the Hockenberry Funeral Home in Adair. Social distancing and masks are mandatory.

Burial will be in the Sunnyhill Cemetery in Adair.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

REX NOLAND is survived by:

Wife: Connie Noland of Adair.

Sons: Tom (Annette) Noland of Adair. Rob Noland of Baton Rouge, LA. Jamie (Britnee) Noland of Adair.

Sisters: Jean (Jim) Bireline of Adair. Sandra Lundy of Adair.

4 Grandchildren

No. 12 Iowa State faces No. 25 Oregon in Fiesta Bowl

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January 2nd, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(By The Associated Press undefined) – No. 12 Iowa State will play in its first New Year’s Six bowl when it faces No. 25 Oregon in the Fiesta Bowl, Saturday. The Cyclones set a school record with eight wins in Big 12 play and are in their fourth straight bowl game.

FILE – Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell reacts on the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Texas Tech in Ames, Iowa, in this Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020, file photo. The Cyclones, who at No. 8 have their highest ranking ever in The Associated Press poll, play No. 12 Oklahoma on Saturday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)

The Ducks won their second straight Pac-12 championship and are playing in their second straight major bowl after winning the Rose Bowl a year ago.

Kick-off is at 3-p.m.  The game will air on ESPN.

 

Chiefs to start Henne against Herbert, Chargers on Sunday

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January 2nd, 2021 by Ric Hanson

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Justin Herbert had just turned 10 years old when Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne was drafted by the Miami Dolphins. Think that’s wild? The Chargers QB was still in high school the previous time Henne started a game. It will be quite the matchup on Sunday when the 22-year-old Herbert, who has surpassed just about everyone’s expectations during a breakout rookie season, starts for the Chargers in Kansas City. Opposite him will be the 35-year-old Henne, who gets the nod as the Chiefs rest their starters with the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs already secured.

The Kansas City Chiefs go for their franchise record 11th straight win when they play the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday. But with the No. 1 seed and first-round bye in the AFC playoffs already secured Patrick Mahomes and many other starters will have at least some of the weekend off. The Chiefs have won three straight and 12 of their last 13 against the Chargers, who come into Sunday riding a three-game win streak.

COSTA MESA, Calif (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers will be without six starters, including both of their Pro Bowl selections for Sunday’s season finale at Kansas City. Wide receiver Keenan Allen has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Defensive end Joey Bosa is out for the second straight week due to a concussion and shin injury. Tight end Hunter Henry will miss his second straight game as he remains on the COVID-19 list. Offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga, cornerback Casey Hayward Jr. and safety Rayshawn Jenkins have also been ruled out along with reserve linebacker Malik Jefferson.