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Longtime teacher, coach at Iowa City Regina dies of COVID-19

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April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — A beloved teacher and coach at a Catholic school in Iowa City has died of the coronavirus.Regina High School announced Saturday the death of longtime physical education teacher John DeMarco, 73. Alumni say DeMarco, of Coralville, tested positive for the virus and received treatment at two hospitals in Iowa City before his death.

The Iowa Department of Public Health announced Sunday that an “older adult” between 61 and 80 was Johnson County’s first death tied to the pandemic.Students and alumni at Regina say that was DeMarco, who was known as “Coach D” and had been a fixture there since his arrival in 1981

Governor Reynold’s daily press conference now at 11:00 a.m.

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April 6th, 2020 by admin

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ daily press conferences on the COVID-19 pandemic will now be held at 11:00 a.m. each day. The new time will more closely match up with the most recent information released on numbers from health officials.

Below is the YouTube feed that will provide the press conference live at 11:00 a.m. We also will bring you live audio of the presser on KJAN.

Pott. County Sheriff’s report (4/6/20)

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April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

The Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office reports three arrests. At around 3:50 this (Monday) morning, 43-year old Joshua David Johnson, of Council Bluffs, was arrested at the Pott. County Jail, on a warrant for Domestic Abuse Assault/1st offense. A little after 2-a.m. Sunday, 61-year old Joseph Michael Shanks was arrested after he was seen walking and pushing a bicycle, in the area of McPherson Avenue and Valley View Drive, in Council Bluffs. Shanks was subsequently arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance (PCS)/Methamphetamine – 1st offense.

A 16-year old male was arrested late Friday night in the Crescent area. Officials say the unidentified teen was taken into custody after a deputy conducted a traffic stop/check on a suspicious vehicle parked in the middle of 152nd Street. The teen was charged with PCS/Marijuana – 1st offense. In other news, the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office reports 18-year old Christopher D. Reed, Jr., was transported from a jail in Nebraska to the Pott. County Jail, where Reed was wanted on a warrant for Robbery in the 2nd Degree/forcible felony threat.

(Podcast) KJAN 8-a.m. News, 4/6/20

News, Podcasts

April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

More State and area news from KJAN News Director Ric Hanson.

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Heartbeat Today 4-6-2020

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

April 6th, 2020 by Jim Field

Jim Field visits with Atlantic Parks & Recreation Director Bryant Rasmussen about the Sunnyside Easter Egg Find event on Saturday.

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(Podcast) KJAN Morning Sports report, 4/6/20

Podcasts, Sports

April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

The 7:20-a.m. Sportscast with Jim Field.

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Creston woman arrested on meth charge

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April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Authorities in Creston report a woman was arrested Sunday morning on a drug charge. 40-year old Juliann Edsall, of Creston, was arrested in the 100 block of E. Taylor Street at around 12:24-a.m., on a Possession of Controlled Substance/Methamphetamine, charge. Creston Police K9 “Jax” assisted in the arrest. Edsall was taken to the Union County Jail and later released on a summons to appear in court.

(Podcast) KJAN Morning News & Funeral report, 4/6/20

News, Podcasts

April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

The area’s latest and/or top news stories at 7:05-a.m. From KJAN News Director Ric Hanson.

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Most Iowans are using common sense with their cash during the pandemic

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April 6th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) — Some financial institutions were forced to close after the stock market crash in 1929 as panicked customers pulled out all of their money. While some Iowans are overreacting during this pandemic — snapping up and hoarding toilet paper, for example — Andrea Dose, director of member services at the Iowa Credit Union League, says most people are staying calm when it comes to their checking and savings accounts. “Have we heard of some folks taking some cash withdrawals, yes,” Dose says. “Have we heard that now that we’re entering a ‘new normal’ that that is lessening, yes.”

In addition to the stress it causes the financial institutions, she says it’s just not a wise practice to take out stacks of cash. If something should happen to that money, if it’s lost or stolen, it’s likely gone for good.  “Every credit union in Iowa is insured so your deposits are safe. Your insurance goes up to $250,000 and even more for joint accounts,” Dose says. “If you have questions about your insurance, never hesitate to reach out to your credit union.”

In this era of social distancing, credit unions are still able to serve drive-up customers while meeting others at the door of the building. Online banking, she says, is flourishing as many people want to avoid leaving their homes. “While these times are extremely unsettling and everybody copes with stress differently, we have no reason to believe that this is going to impact our power or our connectivity to our credit unions,” Dose says. “You have access to your money in new ways that we hope consumers are getting familiar with.”

Interest rates have plummeted in recent weeks, making this an ideal time to buy a house, refinance your mortgage or buy a car. Dose says don’t let fears about COVID-19 keep you from pursuing those dreams.  “Loan demand is high right now with the interest rates being so low,” Dose says. “There are several different channels in which you can do that, many of which are online. There are also some ways that credit unions are closing loans via social distancing measures, so, sitting across a long desk.”

More than one-point-three million people are Iowa credit union members.

On the web at https://www.iowacreditunions.com/

WEEK OF APRIL 6, 2020

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April 6th, 2020 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 1) Section of used corrugated culvert tube. 30″ round and 30′ long. $100. 2) 7 or 8 guard pipes to separate vehicles in an outbuilding. 6″ round, 1/4″ thick, 8′ long. Concrete filled. $25 each. Seller has a skid loader and straps to help load items if purchased. Call 712-304-2587 in Exira.

FOR SALE:  22’ cubic foot AMANA side by side refrigerator, fine working (cold one ready), currently used as extra. $250.00 cash and carry in Atlantic,  712-243-4132 or leave message.

WANTED: Looking for 20+ tomato cages. Located in Lewis but willing to drive in immediate area to pick up. Call 402-506-0787.

FOR SALE:  10 ton Port-A-Power, works fine, asking $100.  Also, a 20″ MTD push mower for $60.  2 Ingersoll brand impact guns, 1/2″,work fine, $45 each. Call 712-304-4998 in Hamlin.

FREE:  two drawer oak file cabinet, top drawer locks, not very old. 712-250-1005.  CLAIMED!

FOR SALE: Four 2-man saws for $10 each and 5 horse collars for $15 each, brush bumper for truck $100, firewood $30 pick up load, steel tanks (FREE). Call 712-323-4890.

FOR SALE:  Two Go-carts, one is two-person the other is a bit smaller.  Asking $150 for each of them.  Call 712-323-4890. SOLD!

FOR SALE:  Mini Pocket Rocket Bike. Does not run. Sold as is. $50. 712-254-0539.  SOLD!

WANTED:  Yards to mow in Atlantic.  Excellent Service.  Free estimates.  Please call 250-0266.

FOR SALE: Bike carrier that transports 2 bikes.  2″ ball receiver hitch included. $50. Call 712-254-0217.

FOR SALE: Coleman Power-Mate Air Compresor. It’s oil-less, has direct drive with a 4 horsepower motor, 11 gallon tank and 25 ft.  hose. Also included are 3 spray guns. One is a Binks brand, one is a Grayco brand and the third is a NAPA spray gun. Also included are 2 additional regulators and filters and a coiled air hose with blower nozzle. All for $150. 712-243-5512. SOLD

 

 

 

 

 

FOR SALE: 1) 2 sets of golf clubs. One set is Northwestern brand the other is Delta, both are right-handed and include woods and irons. $50 each set. 2) 2 pair of brand new golf shoes. 1 pair are size 13M Footjoy. 1 pair size 12/13 Wilson white. $10 each pair. 3) 1991 1/2 ton Ford Lariat, brown metallic with new tires, brakes, belts, hoses, starter/alternator, thermostat and new head. Asking $2500. Call 712-243-2860.

FOR SALE:  I have several tables for sale that I’m lowering the prices on. The small basswood end table is $35. The walnut end table with a metal spiral base is $50.The yellow kitchen table with chairs and leaf is $50. The cedar small plant stand table is $25. Please call. 712 249 9242.

FOR SALE:  I am selling rotors and brakes for 2006-2010 Ford F-250 or larger. $125 obo. Call 515-943-7289. Located in Adair.