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Hawkeye fans issued warning about Halloween costumes at Kinnick

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October 30th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

A lot of Iowa Hawkeye football fans are planning to celebrate Halloween at Kinnick Stadium tomorrow (Saturday), but they’re being warned some costumes and items won’t be allowed. The 10th-ranked Hawkeyes kickoff against Maryland at 2:30 in a nationally televised game. Many in the expected sellout crowd will attend in costume, but UI director of public safety Dave Visin says people donning some outfits won’t be allowed in Kinnick Stadium.

Those include authentic looking law enforcement or security guard uniforms and authentic player or game official uniforms that could be mistaken for an actual player or referee. In addition, Visin says no “simulated weapons or other props” will be allowed. He adds whether or not a costume meets safety requirements will be up to the sole discretion of law enforcement.

(Learfield Sports)

No. 10 Iowa gets back to work against Maryland

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October 30th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Iowa got the rest it so desperately needed last week. The 10th-ranked Hawkeyes are now ready for their final push toward the Big Ten West title, starting Saturday against an opponent that could soon be playing for little more than pride.

Iowa (7-0, 3-0) hosts Maryland (2-5, 0-3) after a bye week that allowed it to get healthier than it’s been in a while. Quarterback C.J. Beathard leads a long list of Hawkeyes who used the time off to recover from injuries. Maryland made progress last week, but still lost to Penn State 31-30.

Texas faces slumping Cyclones in search of 3rd straight win

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October 30th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

AMES, Iowa (AP) — Charlie Strong has Texas trending upward. Paul Rhoads is looking to get Iowa State moving in a similar direction — and keep his job in the process. The Longhorns (3-4, 2-2 Big 12) have won two straight, including a victory over Number 14 Oklahoma, to vault back into contention for a bowl bid ahead of Saturday’s visit to Iowa State.

The Cyclones (2-5, 1-3) have dropped three in a row against teams currently ranked first, second and fifth in scoring offense. The losing streak has led to big changes, as offensive coordinator Mark Mangino parted ways with Rhoads just hours before sophomore Joel Lanning was named the new starting quarterback.

Iowa early News Headlines: Fri., Oct. 30th 2015

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October 30th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press

JOHNSTON, Iowa (AP) — A school bus driver in central Iowa is accused of assaulting a student on a packed bus, and authorities say riders recorded video of the incident. Johnston Police Department Lieutenant Lynn Aswegan says 60-year-old Robert Scarbrough, of West Des Moines, was arrested Thursday. He’s being held at the Polk County Jail.

MANCHESTER, Iowa (AP) — A man faces several charges in connection with a school bus crash in eastern Iowa that sent 32 students to the hospital. The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office says 41-year-old Monte Klink was served an arrest warrant Thursday on charges that include serious injury by motor vehicle and operating while intoxicated. Authorities say Klink failed to yield at an intersection near Manchester on October 1st. His SUV collided with a West Delaware School District bus.

SPARKS, Nev. (AP) — Presidential candidate Donald Trump says he’s pleased with his performance during the third GOP debate, even if the media won’t give him credit. Trump told several thousand supporters at a rally at the Nugget hotel-casino in Sparks, Nevada that all the online surveys conducted Wednesday evening show he was the clear winner.

AMES, Iowa (AP) — Charlie Strong has Texas trending upward. Paul Rhoads is looking to get Iowa State moving in a similar direction — and keep his job in the process. The Longhorns have won two straight, including a victory over Number 14 Oklahoma, ahead of Saturday’s visit to Iowa State.

Regional Volleyball Scores from Thu., 10/29/15

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October 29th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Class 3A Region 2
Red Oak 3 Clarinda 0
Kuemper Catholic 3 East Sac County 0

Class 4A Region 1
Carroll 3 Denison-Schleswig 1

Class 4A Region 2
Harlan 3 Dallas Center-Grimes 0
Bondurant-Farrar 3 Winterset 1

Class 4A Region 3
Lewis Central 3 ADM 0
Norwalk 3 Creston 0

Class 5A Region 2
WDM Valley 3 Abraham Lincoln 0

Chairman of Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling inducted into Hall of Fame

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October 29th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Atlantic businessman James “Jim” R. Tyler is among three well-known professionals who will be inducted into the Iowa Business Hall of Fame, in December.

James "Jim" Tyler

James “Jim” Tyler

Greater Dsm Partnership LogoThe Greater Des Moines Committee will recognize Tyler, along with Charese E. Yanney, a Managing Partner in Guarantee Roofing, Siding and Insulation Company of Sioux City, and James W. Hubbell III, a central Iowa real estate and land developer, as the 2015 Inductees to the Iowa Business Hall of Fame. The inductees will be honored during the Greater Des Moines Committee’s annual Black Tie Dinner to be held at The Meadows Events and Conference Center on Thursday, Dec. 3rd, 2015.

The Iowa Business Hall of Fame honors the achievements of Iowans who have made outstanding contributions to the development and enhancement of Iowa’s business climate. Jim Tyler is the second generation family owner of Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company, which was founded in 1909. He took over management of the company in 1958. Within 10 years the company grew from 16 to 40 employees and added a number of soda brands to its bottling lineup. In 1975, Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling purchased the Des Moines area Coca-Cola franchise, which increased the brand’s presence and popularity. In 1989, Jim led the way as the company’s Des Moines operation moved into a larger warehouse and sales center on Hickman Road in Waukee. James became the company’s chairman in 1991. His son Kirk was named President of Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company, that same year.

Inductees to the Iowa Business Hall of Fame are selected on merit rather than endorsement. Past Hall of Fame honorees under the leadership of the current Chair serves as the selection committee. The criteria for selection are as follows:

  • Business Leadership: The nominated individual should lead or have led a business that has provided valued jobs and economic development to his/her community and the state; creating both wealth and workforce opportunity.
  • Community Development Impact: The nominated individual should have made an impact by improving the economies of the community and the state through his/her leadership in such organizations as Chambers of Commerce, economic development organizations or centers of education.
  • Community Volunteerism/Leadership: The nominated individual should have personally given of his/her time and financial resources for the betterment of the community through support of charities and organizations.
  • Strategic Leadership: The nominated individual should have contributed to community economic growth through visionary leadership, community problem-solving, and building strategic alliances.
  • Business Recognition: The nominated individual should be recognized by his/her peers as a business leader.

The Greater Des Moines Committee was formed in 1907 by a group of 30 local business leaders. Today, the Committee consists of 121 members and provides an opportunity for business leaders to come together for an information exchange about important topics in the community, the state, and the nation. The Committee founded the Iowa Business Hall of Fame in 1975 to honor the achievements of Iowans who have made outstanding contributions to the development and enhancement of Iowa’s business climate.

Omaha bank reissuing cards after breach at national firm

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October 29th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — First National Bank of Omaha is reissuing debit cards to some of its customers in seven states in because of a data breach at an unidentified national firm. Bank spokesman Kevin Langin declined to identify the business that experienced the breach because the problem is still being investigated by authorities.

Langin says the extent of the data breach hasn’t been determined. Langin refused to say how many new cards the bank has issued to its customers in Nebraska, Illinois, Iowa, South Dakota, Kansas, Colorado and Texas.

High School Volleyball tournament schedule Thursday

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October 29th, 2015 by admin

Postseason volleyball resumes tonight in Class 3A, 4A, and 5A.  The schedule involving area teams follows.

Class 3A Region 2

  • Red Oak at Clarinda
  • East Sac County at Kuemper Catholic

Class 4A Region 1

  • Denison-Schleswig at Carroll

Class 4A Region 2

  • Dallas Center-Grimes at Harlan
  • Winterset at Bondurant-Farrar

Class 4A Region 3

  • ADM at Lewis Central
  • Creston at Norwalk

Class 5A Region 2

  • Abraham Lincoln at WDM Valley

High School Football Playoffs second round schedule

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October 29th, 2015 by admin

Monday (11/02/2015)

CLASS 4A:

Ankeny Centennial vs Johnston at Ankeny Stadium – 8:30 PM
Ankeny vs Lewis Central at Ankeny Stadium – 5:00 PM
Cedar Rapids, Kennedy vs North Scott, Eldridge at Kingston Stadium – 5:30 PM
Cedar Rapids, Washington vs Cedar Rapids, Jefferson at Kingston Stadium – 8:00 PM
Dowling Catholic, WDM vs Southeast Polk at Williams Stadium
Iowa City, City High @ Pleasant Valley
Iowa City, West @ Bettendorf
Valley, West Des Moines @ Waukee

CLASS 3A:

Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley @ Webster City
Carroll @ Sergeant Bluff-Luton
Creston @ Pella
Dallas Center-Grimes @ Ballard
Decorah @ Xavier, Cedar Rapids
Maquoketa @ Assumption, Davenport
Norwalk @ Gilbert
Solon @ West Delaware, Manchester

CLASS 2A:

East Sac County vs Central Lyon/ George-Little Rock at at Wall Lake
Estherville Lincoln Central @ Spirit Lake
Hampton-Dumont @ North Fayette Valley
Mid-Prairie, Wellman @ Albia
Mount Vernon @ Central Lee, Donnellson
New Hampton @ South Tama County, Tama
Waukon @ Aplington-Parkersburg
Williamsburg @ Anamosa

CLASS 1A:

Hinton @ Underwood
Hudson @ Regina, Iowa City
Madrid @ Van Meter
Panorama, Panora @ Dike-New Hartford
Pella Christian @ West Branch
Pocahontas Area @ Western Christian, Hull
Ridge View @ South Central Calhoun
South Winneshiek, Calmar @ Saint Ansgar

CLASS A:

Akron-Westfield @ Logan-Magnolia
Colfax-Mingo @ Mount Ayr
Gladbrook-Reinbeck @ Pleasantville
Grundy Center @ Bishop Garrigan, Algona
Lawton-Bronson @ West Sioux, Hawarden
Lisbon @ B-G-M, Brooklyn
Lynnville-Sully @ Winfield-Mt. Union
Montezuma @ Denver

CLASS 8:

Ar-We-Va, Westside @ Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn
Colo-Nesco @ Moravia
East Mills @ Lenox
Fremont-Mills, Tabor @ Glidden-Ralston
Graettinger-Terril/Ruthven-Ayrshire @ Newell-Fonda
H-L-V, Victor @ Central, Elkader
Turkey Valley, Jackson Junction @ Don Bosco, Gilbertville
West Bend-Mallard @ Janesville

USDA Report 10-29-2015

Ag/Outdoor, Podcasts

October 29th, 2015 by Jim Field

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