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Pott. County Sheriff’s report (11/26)

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November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office reports a traffic stop Sunday afternoon resulted in a citation for a Griswold man. 27-year old Jonathan Christian Pilgreen was cited for Driving While Revoked. He was then released from the scene. At around 12:20-a.m., Sunday, a Pott. County Deputy was called to a residence in Council Bluffs, to check on the welfare of an individual. The deputy then determined that an assault had taken place. 45-year old Shawn Craig Gappa, of Council Bluffs, was arrested for Domestic Assault, with regard to an incident involving a 15-year old male. Gappa was transported to the Pott. County Jail.

Friday evening, a Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Deputy was on patrol in the area of N.16th Street and Nash Boulevard, when he saw a Ford F-250 pickup occupied by an adult male and female. A check of the license plate revealed the male owner, 37-year old Danny Davidson, of Council Bluffs, was wanted on a warrant for Conspiracy to Commit a Forcible Felony, and Theft in the 1st Degree. A traffic stop on the vehicle was initiated, and the warrant confirmed. Davidson was taken into custody on the warrant and transported to the Pott. County Jail, where bond was set at $10,000. His passenger was authorized to remove the vehicle from the scene.

And, at around 4-a.m. Wednesday, an investigation into a property damage accident in the 24,000 block of Pioneer Trail, resulted in the arrested of 24-year old Sabriena R. Bruce, of Omaha. The woman was charged with OWI/1st offense, and transported to the Pott. County Jail.

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Increase in Methamphetamine Use by Iowans

News

November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

Officials with the Iowa Dept. of Public Health report from 2014-2017, there was a 38 percent increase in methamphetamine treatment admissions in Iowa. Similarly, the IDPH reports there was an eight-fold increase in Iowa deaths related to amphetamines, which includes methamphetamine. November 30 is National Methamphetamine Awareness Day. IDPH is using the observance as an opportunity to remind Iowans that methamphetamine continues to be a serious concern.

Katie Bee of the IDPH Bureau of Substance Abuse, says “Meth is now the second most reported drug by adults at admission to treatment, moving ahead of marijuana for the first time. Alcohol remains number one for adults, while marijuana remains the number one drug of choice for juveniles. It is important for Iowans to know help is available from Iowa’s treatment network, which can be found at yourlifeiowa.org.”

Methamphetamine is a highly addictive stimulant and is most commonly a white, odorless powder. In the short term, its effects include increased attention and activity, decreased appetite and a rapid heartbeat. In the long term, consequences include paranoia, hallucinations, brain structure changes, memory loss, aggression and severe dental problems. If you are concerned about your own methamphetamine use or that of someone you care about, free and confidential help is available every day, around-the-clock. Visit www.YourLifeIowa.org for help by text, chat and phone (855-581-8111).

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AP College Football Top 25 11/25/2018

Sports

November 26th, 2018 by admin

The Top 25 teams in The Associated Press college football poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Nov. 24 total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote, and previous ranking:

Record Pts Pv
1. Alabama (61) 12-0 1525 1
2. Clemson 12-0 1458 2
3. Notre Dame 12-0 1409 3
4. Georgia 11-1 1336 5
5. Oklahoma 11-1 1266 6
6. Ohio St. 11-1 1229 10
7. UCF 11-0 1146 8
8. Michigan 10-2 1058 4
9. Texas 9-3 959 11
10. Washington 9-3 897 16
11. Florida 9-3 876 13
12. Washington St. 10-2 818 7
12. LSU 9-3 818 8
14. Penn St. 9-3 751 15
15. West Virginia 8-3 672 12
16. Kentucky 9-3 602 17
17. Utah 9-3 536 18
18. Syracuse 9-3 475 19
19. Boise St. 10-2 409 21
20. Mississippi St. 8-4 324 22
21. Northwestern 8-4 322 20
22. Texas A&M 8-4 283 NR
23. Army 9-2 169 23
24. Iowa St. 7-4 116 25
25. Fresno St. 10-2 102 NR

Others receiving votes: Utah St. 92, Missouri 88, NC State 39, Cincinnati 33, Stanford 10, Iowa 4, Appalachian St. 1, Buffalo 1, Oregon 1.

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ISU hoops to play in Battle 4 Atlantis in 2019

Sports

November 26th, 2018 by admin

AMES, Iowa – Fresh off a trip to Maui, the Iowa State men’s basketball team will participate in the 2019 Bad Boy Mowers Battle 4 Atlantis from Nov. 27-29 in Paradise Island, Bahamas.

The tournament takes place at Atlantis Resort and will feature a premiere field, which includes Iowa State, North Carolina, Oregon, Michigan, Gonzaga, Seton Hall, Alabama and Southern Mississippi.

The tournament bracket will be released at a later date.

The 2018-19 Cyclones are 5-1 following a 2-1 trip to the Maui Jim Maui Invitational. Iowa State is 13-3 in regular season tournament play dating back to the 2013-14 season, winning tournament titles three times.

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Annual Lighted Parade & Fireworks Set for This Weekend in Atlantic

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November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The annual Lighted Parade will fill downtown Atlantic with holiday cheer this Saturday, December 1st, starting at 6 PM. Each float will have a holiday theme, lighting and music. Awards will be given for: Best Overall, Best Holiday Spirit and Twinkle Twinkle award. AtlantiCash will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Winners will be notified before the parade. Fireworks, sponsored by A.M. Cohron & Son and Meyer & Gross Real Estate, kick off the Christmas magic over the Rock Island Depot, starting at 6 PM.

Before the parade, Santa will be in his Cabin at City Park from 3 – 5:30 PM. Santa’s Reindeer as well as free Carriage Rides will also be at City Park from 3 – 5:30 PM. Santa’s Cabin is presented by the Atlantic Rotary Club. If you would like to participate in the Lighted Parade, visit www.atlanticiowa.com for a registration form. Line up begins at 5 PM at 6th & Walnut Street with judging beginning at 5:30 PM. Registration is not required, but encouraged. Judges for the 2018 Lighted Parade include: Donnie Drennan, Drennan Insurance; Arlene Drennan, Cass County Abstract; Amanda Martin & kids, City of Atlantic and Krysta Hanson, Hanson’s Fine Jewelry.

Pick up your Christmas Brochure from area retail businesses, “like” the Chamber on Facebook, or follow on Twitter to find dates and details to celebrate Christmas in Atlantic. You can find a complete list of activities at www.christmasinatlantic.com.

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Red Cross: Urgent need for blood and platelet donations now

News

November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (Nov. 26, 2018) — The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donors to give now to ensure blood is available for medical treatments and emergencies during the holiday season. Blood and platelet donations often decline during the holidays. Regular donors are busy with holiday activities, and travel and severe winter weather may cause blood drive cancellations. Yet donations remain critical for patients.

Donors are urged to give now to ensure that families don’t have to worry about the availability of blood this winter. In thanks for helping meet the urgent need around the holidays, all those who come to donate blood or platelets now through Dec. 19, 2018, will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email. (Restrictions apply; see amazon.com/gc-legal. More information and details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/Together.)

Make an appointment to donate blood or platelets by downloading the free American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Nov. 26-Dec. 19

Anita: 12/6/2018: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., CAM High School, 1000 Victory Park Road

Avoca: 12/3/2018: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., AHSTW High School, 768 So. Maple

Exira: 11/26/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Exira Recreational Center, 106 N Jefferson

Earling: 12/4/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., St. Joseph’s Hall, 118 Main Street

Greenfield: 12/14/2018: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Nodaway Valley High School, 410 NW 2nd Street

Lenox: 12/12/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Community Center, 210 E. Dallas St

Neola: 12/6/2018: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m., Neola Community Center, 110 4th St

Panama: 12/5/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., St. Mary’s Parish Center, 204 St. Mary Avenue

Arcadia: 12/18/2018: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., American Legion Hall, 210 Head Street

Carroll: 12/19/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., National Guard Armory, 1712 LeClark Road

Denison: 12/11/2018: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, 113 South 14th Street

Dunlap: 12/12/2018: 12:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 716 Iowa Ave.

Logan: 11/27/2018: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Logan Magnolia High School, 1200 N 2nd Ave

Missouri Valley: 12/18/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Rand Community/Senior Center, 100 S. 4th St

Malvern: 11/28/2018: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., East Mills High School, 1505 E. 15th St.

Red Oak: 12/3/2018: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Montgomery County Hospital, 2301 Eastern Ave; 12/3/2018: 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1101 East Summit

Stanton: 12/5/2018: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Viking Center, 501 Elliot

College Springs: 11/30/2018: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., South Page High School, 600 S Iowa

Council Bluffs:

Council Bluffs: American Red Cross Blood Donation Center, Loess Hills Blood Donation Center, 705 N. 16th St. Council Bluffs.

11/26/2018: 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Pottawattamie County Courthouse, 227 S. 6th St.

11/29/2018: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Lewis Central High School, 3504 Harry Langdon Blvd

12/2/2018: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., New Horizon Presbyterian Church, 30 Valley View Drive

12/3/2018: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m., Charles E. Lakin YMCA – Council Bluffs, 235 Harmony St.

12/10/2018: 6 a.m. – 12 p.m., Mid-America Center, One Arena Way

12/10/2018: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., Mid-America Center, One Arena Way

12/13/2018: 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., St. Albert’s High School, 400 Gleason St.

12/14/2018: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Iowa School for the Deaf, 3501 Harry Langdon Blvd.

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(Podcast) KJAN 8-a.m. News, 11/26/18

News, Podcasts

November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

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

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Heartbeat Today 11-26-2018

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

November 26th, 2018 by Jim Field

Jim Field visits with Atlantic Police Lt. Devin Hogue about the Joe Dirt Memorial and other fund raising activities to help with the “Shop with a Cop” and “Family Dreams Christmas” holiday programs.

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(Podcast) KJAN Morning Sports report, 11/26/18

Podcasts, Sports

November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

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

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EPC looks at new way of determining how waste is counted

Ag/Outdoor, News

November 26th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) — The Environmental Protection Commission has entered into a contract for a research project to examine if a wider view should be used to determine how things are thrown away. The D-N-R’s Tom Anderson says the law created in 1987 determined the success of what was recycled based on the weight of what went into landfills. “Weight is not necessarily the best measure of environmental impact. And it’s kind of what sustainable material management is looking at,” Anderson says, “”it’s looking at the environmental impacts from raw material extraction through the production, distribution, use and ultimately disposal.”

Anderson says the program created 30 years ago was appropriate for the time. “It was easy because all you needed was the weight — eventually all the landfills had scales — so the weight was an easy number to grasp. And then an easy number to use that and say we landfilled less than we did the previous year, our programs must be working,” according to Anderson. “That very well could be true, but environmentally we still don’t know if the actions we are doing here are better for the environment, or should we be doing alternative actions.”

He says looking beyond how much space something takes in the landfill could show that landfilling isn’t the best way to handle it. “If you look at it more holistically and look at it upstream so to speak — back to that raw material extraction — there may be more impacts to environment by recycling it than disposing it,” Anderson explains. Anderson says one example that has been studied is coffee containers — which can be metal cans, plastic cans or pouches. The costs for each container from when it was made to when it is thrown away were analyzed. He says you have energy and water and air emissions in the manufacture of the cans or pouches. And then when you look at distribution, the cans are heavier and bigger and the environmental impact is more because it takes more trucking to move them than it does the pouches.

He says all the factors showed them something. “You come to find that overall from start to finish the environmental impact is greater for the metal can than it is if you were to dispose of that pouch,” Anderson says. Anderson says the research project will establish a vision for Iowa waste management that considers environmental impacts and create a detailed plan to engage everyone in carrying out that vision. The effort will begin December 1st and Anderson says they hope to have it completed by September.

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