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Corner Jermari Harris on Iowa’s experienced defense

Sports

June 23rd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

Even with the loss of All-American Cooper DeJean the Iowa secondary is considered one of the best in the country heading into next season. Senior corner Jermari Harris is one of eight starters back from a defense that ranked fourth in the country in points allowed. The Hawkeyes are going through summer workouts.

Even as a veteran Harris is using the summer to improve his technique.

The Hawkeyes open the season at home on August 31st against Illinois State.

Northwestern NAIA star transfers to Nebraska

Sports

June 23rd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

After leading Northwestern to back-to-back trips to the NAIA championship game quarterback Jalyn Gramstad has transferred to Nebraska. The NAIA National Player of the Year grew up a Husker fan.

Gramstad has already moved to Lincoln.

The former West Lyon High School standout led Northwestern to a national title in 2022 and a runner-up finish last season. Gramstad was 24-1 as a starter for the Red Raiders.

Gov. Reynolds Extends Disaster Proclamation to Palo Alto County in Response to Severe Storms and Flooding  

News

June 23rd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

  DES MOINES – Gov. Kim Reynolds has extended a disaster emergency proclamation to include Palo Alto County in response to severe storms and flooding that occurred on June 21 and continuing. The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.

High School Softball Scores from Saturday

Sports

June 23rd, 2024 by Asa Lucas

Hawkeye Ten 

#9 Clarinda 12, Fremont-Mills 1
Shenandoah 6, Tri-Center 0
#9 Clarinda 9, Tri-Center 1
Iowa City West 6, Creston 4
Glenwood 15, Roland-Story 2
Fremont-Mills 4, Shenandoah 3
Dubuque Hempstead 6, Creston 2
#12 Bondurant-Farrar 12, Glenwood 2
St. Albert 4, Denison-Schleswig 3

Western Iowa Conference

Woodbine 11, IKM-Manning 1
West Monona 12, Riverside 1
Tri-Center 9, Fremont-Mills 8

Corner Conference 

Highland 7, Griswold 3

Raccoon River Conference

#15 Gilbert 10, Humboldt 0
Boone 5, #11 West Marshall 2
Carlisle 12, Regina Catholic 0
Ankeny 4, North Polk 0
Dowling Catholic 2, #15 Gilbert 1
Boone 13, Humboldt 0
#1 North Polk 4, Oskaloosa 0
Carlisle 4, Clear Creek Amana 3
#12 Bondurant-Farrar 10, Grinnell 2

West Central Activities Conference 

West Central Valley 9, Melcher-Dallas 7
Indianola 16, #10 Interstate-35 7
Seymour 6, West Central Valley 3

High School Baseball Scores from Saturday

Sports

June 23rd, 2024 by Asa Lucas

Hawkeye Ten 

Kuemper Catholic 12, Pocahontas Area 7
Sergeant Bluff-Luton 8, St. Albert 0
Kuemper Catholic 7, Woodbine 4
Bondurant-Farrar 4, Clarinda 1

Western Iowa Conference

Bedford 8, AHSTW 2

Rolling Valley Conference 

Woodbine 7, Pocahontas Area 1

Raccoon River Conference

Ankeny Centennial 7, Carlisle 2

West Central Activities Conference 

Des Moines Christian 8, Fort Dodge 6

Request for a new trial of the former Chief of Police in Adair is denied

News

June 23rd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Des Moines, Iowa; KCCI) – A judge has denied the former Adair police chief’s request for a new trial, which means Brad Wendt’s convictions will stand. Wendt was found guilty of 11 charges for allegedly misusing his position to buy and possess machine guns.

His legal team argued he should get a new trial because the charges were vague and there wasn’t enough evidence. In the 30-page court document, the judge shared evidence, including texts and law letters Wendt made during his tenure.

Skyscan Forecast for Atlantic & the Nishna Valley: Sunday, June 23, 2024

Weather

June 23rd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

Today: Sunny, with a high near 87.West winds around 5 mph this afternoon.

Tonight: Mostly clear w/a just a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after midnight. Low around 69.

Tomorrow: Sunny, hot & breezy. High near 93. Heat index of up to 105 degrees. HEAT ADVISORY in effect from 1-until 8-p.m. Monday. South winds 15-25 mph.

Tom. Night: Partly cloudy. Low 72. South wind 10-20 mph.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny & breezy w/a 40% chance of afternoon showers & thunderstorms. High near 95. S/SW winds 10-20.

Tuesday Night: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise partly cloudy. Low 64.

Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 85.

Saturday’s High in Atlantic was 88, and our Low this morning was 63. This day last year in Atlantic the high was 91 and the low 62. The record high in Atlantic on June 23rd, was 105 in 1937, & the record Low was 44, in 1958. Sunrise this morning was at 5:46 am. Sunset this evening is at 8:57 pm.

Gov. Reynolds Extends Disaster Proclamation to Additional 20 Counties in Response to Severe Storms and Flooding

News

June 22nd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES — Gov. Kim Reynolds has extended a disaster emergency proclamation to an additional 20 counties in northwest Iowa in response to severe storms and flooding that occurred on June 21. The 21 total counties include Buena Vista, Cerro Gordo, Cherokee, Clay, Dickinson, Emmet, Floyd, Hancock, Humboldt, Kossuth, Lyon, O’Brien, Osceola, Plymouth, Pocahontas, Sioux, Webster, Winnebago, Woodbury, Worth, and Wright.
The governor’s proclamation allows state resources to be utilized to respond to and recover from the effects of this severe weather and activates the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program and Disaster Case Advocacy Program.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 for households with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. Grants are available for home or car repairs, replacement of clothing or food, and temporary housing expenses. Original receipts are required for those seeking reimbursement for actual expenses related to storm recovery. The grant application and instructions are available on the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management website https://homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance. Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim.
The Disaster Case Advocacy Program addresses serious needs related to disaster-related hardship, injury, or adverse conditions. Disaster case advocates work with clients to create a disaster recovery plan and provide guidance, advice, and referrals to obtain a service or resource. There are no income eligibility requirements for this program; it closes 180 days from the date of the governor’s proclamation. For information on the Disaster Case Advocacy Program, contact your local community action agency or visit iowacommunityaction.org.

Several roads in Northwest Iowa are currently affected by flooding

News

June 22nd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

SIOUX CITY, Iowa – June 22, 2024 – If you are planning a trip in northwest Iowa this weekend you need to be aware of several road closures that may slow down your trip. Between the evening of June 20 and morning of June 22, portions of northwest Iowa received significant rain, resulting in flooding along various primary highways. There are currently widespread flash flooding and river flooding issues.

Iowans are urged to closely monitor conditions and never enter a water-covered roadway. Flood waters can force a vehicle off the roadway. In addition, it is not uncommon for roadways and shoulders to be damaged when flooded, presenting unsafe conditions for motorists.

The Iowa Department of Transportation has issued the warning of travel strongly discouraged in the counties of Lyon, Sioux, O’Brien, Clay, Emmet, and Dickinson.

As of 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, there are 20+ specific locations on the primary highway system with road closures. Not all of the closures will allow for detours as the secondary roadways are also flooded. The Iowa DOT suggests visiting 511ia.org as it has the most up to date roadway closures. Turn around and don’t drown.

The Iowa DOT is working with other state agencies to assist local communities in flood response. This includes traffic control and pumps. Flood recovery will begin once the rain stops, and flood waters can recede.

The latest traveler information is available anytime through the 511 system.

Traffic stop results in an arrest Tuesday in Adams County

News

June 22nd, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Corning, Iowa) – A traffic stop Tuesday west of Corning resulted in the arrest of a woman on drug charges. According to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, Deputies made the traffic stop on Highway 34 at Gingko Avenue. During an investigation that followed, the K9 “Midge” was deployed and alerted to the presence of narcotics in the vehicle.

The driver, 66-year-old Marlene Dewylia Dukes, of Villisca, was subsequently arrested on charges that include Possession of Methamphetamine, Operating While Intoxicated, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Dukes was transported to the Adams County Jail and later posted bond.