(Guthrie Center, Iowa) – The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office has put out a call for snowmobile enthusiasts to help out this winter when there is an emergency. In a social media post, Sheriff Marty Arganbright said they’re seeking volunteers to help respond to and render aid during, an emergency, including: responding to a roadway that is not navigable, to help rescue stranded motorists; transporting a Deputy of EMS Paramedic to a scene; help escort and/or detour emergency vehicles during transport, and more.

The Sheriff’s Office says it is looking for volunteers throughout Guthrie County, but preferable located at or near State Highways 4, 44, 141, and White Pole Road. If you are interested, e-mail Deputy Blake Michelsen at b.michelsen@gcso.gov, or direct message the Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office through their Facebook page. Include your name, address, phone number, and how many people you could transport on your snow machine (including yourself), and if you have a sled or not. Deputy Michelson came up with the program in September, in anticipation of the winter weather. So far, they have ten volunteers who have signed up.

Persons selected will be placed on a call log, and if a winter weather emergency were to occur at or near your residence, you would be called by the Guthrie County Dispatch Center, and given detailed instructions. Volunteers need to understand the risks involved, and that this is a non-paid position. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office will not be liable or financially responsible for any injury or damaged snow machines.

Adair County is also looking for snowmobile operators who would be willing to help Adair County First Responders in an actual emergency situation, such as a life threatening medical emergency on a gravel road. If you are interested, send the Adair County Sheriff’s Office a message through the Adair County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Messenger. Please include your phone number in your message.

SPIRIT LAKE, Iowa (KCAU)– A rare close encounter with a bald eagle led two men to assist in a once-in-a-lifetime rescue. Dickinson County resident Wade Woltman was deer hunting December 7^th and checking out valleys in search of deer, when he came across a bald eagle. He took a picture of our nation’s symbol and returned to the same area three-weeks later with a friend.

The bird was still sitting there. Upon closer investigation, the men learned the eagle had a broken wing. He returned home to try and find help for the bird, and ended-up contacting Amanda Hase, with Forever Wildlife. Hase has been rescuing birds for roughly five years and has rescued around 20 eagles in that time.

The bald eagle’s left wing was confirmed to be broken. It is currently being held in Sioux City by Hase.The eagle, named “Dickenson,” will be transported to another Raptor rehab in Carroll, Iowa.

Hase recommended people reach out to their local DNR or a wildlife rehabilitator if they find an eagle on the ground, and to avoid getting close to it.

ESTHERVILLE, Iowa (KCAU) — A northwest Iowa man faces several felony charges after officials say he used a knife to attack someone, Thursday. According to a release from the Estherville Police Department, the disturbance was reported at 8:05 p.m. at an apartment on the 900 block of Central Avenue. When authorities arrived, they detained one of the occupants and would later find a suspect hiding in a closet of the residence. During the investigation, the suspect identified himself as Olegario Lopez Diaz. However, officials were able to confirm that his actual name was Robicel Abarca Hernandez.

Officials learned that Hernandez got into a verbal dispute with the residents of the apartment that had escalated. Authorities said he allegedly grabbed a knife and proceeded to make threats and assault one of the occupants who sustained minor knife wounds. Hernandez was arrested and charged with intimidation with a dangerous weapon, assault while participating in a felony, use of a dangerous weapon in the commission of a crime, serious assault, and providing false information.

Hernandez is being held in the Emmet county jail on a $15,300 bond, according to the release.

The Emmet County Sheriff’s Office assisted the Estherville Police Department in handling the incident.

(Atlantic, Iowa) – The City of Atlantic’s Parks Advisory Commission will hold its first meeting since the Committee was established by the Atlantic City Council, in October. The commission replaces the former Parks and Recreation Board. It consists of three people living within Atlantic City limits, two Cass County residents, and one non-voting high school student. Those appointed include Kevin Ferguson (2-year term), Dolly Bergmann (2-year term), Shirley Jensen (1-year term), Ali Pieken (1-year term), and Mary Strong (1-year term).

During the Commission’s meeting at 3:30-p.m. Wednesday, in the Council’s Chambers at City Hall, they will discuss the “Purpose of a Park Advisory Committee,” which the City Council has stated is “to ensure that a formal public feedback and input system was in place regarding the operations and capital planning for the city’s park and recreation system.”

The Commission will introduce Park Advisory Committee members, receive an update on current Park Projects and Activities, and a Splash Pad update from Ali Pieken.

(Creston, Iowa) – Two people were arrested on drug and other charges, in Creston. According to Creston Police, at around 2:22-a.m. today (Monday), 44-year-old Lela Ann Churchwell, of Creston, was arrested at the Creston Union County Law Enforcement Center (LEC). Churchwell was charged with four Union County Warrants for: Disorderly Conduct-Loud Raucous Noise; Public Intoxication; Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Public Intoxication and Harassment in the 3^rd Degree. Churchwell was transported to the Adams County Jail, where and was being held on a $900 cash-only bond, and a $300 cash or surety bond.

Sunday afternoon, Creston Police arrested 20-year-old Garrett Neal Thomson, of Creston, at the Hy-Vee parking lot, in Creston. Thomson was charged on two Union County Warrants for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Unlawful Possession of Prescription Drugs. Thomson was taken to the Union County Jail and later released on $1,300 cash or surety bond.

Two people died in Friday morning house fire, in northwest Iowa’s Orange City. The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office says the Sioux County Communications Center received a 9-1-1 call reporting smoke coming from a residence at 604 Albany Ave. northeast, at around 6:49 a.m. The Orange City Fire and Orange City Ambulance responded and discovered a single-family dwelling that was filled with smoke; aid was requested from several area fire departments.

Upon entering the residence, firefighters discovered 79-year-old Arlan Egdorf, and 82-year-old Linda Egdorf, both of Orange City, had died as a result of their injuries; they were pronounced deceased by the Sioux County Medical Examiner.

The house was a total loss with damage in excess of $100,000. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Orange City Fire Chief and Iowa State Fire Marshal.

Two people died in this house fire in Orange City. (KLEM photo)