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(Update) Bluffs Police ID driver involved in fiery crash

News

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Police in Council Bluffs, Monday (today), identified the driver of a vehicle involved in a fiery crash Friday night. Authorities say 34-year old Habib A. Ibrahim, of Omaha, remains in critical condition at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha.

The accident happened at around 8:10-p.m. Friday on Interstate 29 southbound near the 53.5 mile marker. When officers arrived on the scene, they found flames coming from the vehicle and Ibrahim was still inside.

Council Bluffs Fire personnel were able to extinguish the flames and remove the man from the vehicle. He was the only person involved in the crash. Officials have not yet determined the cause of the accident. Anyone who may have witnessed the accident is asked to contact the Council Bluffs Police Department’s Traffic Unit at (712)328-4948.

Backyard and Beyond 10-26-2015

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

October 26th, 2015 by Jim Field

Lavon Eblen speaks with Kathy Somers about the Reopen 2nd Floor of City Hall Committee.

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Mangino out as Iowa State’s offensive coordinator

Sports

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

AMES, Iowa (AP) – Iowa State coach Paul Rhoads says offensive coordinator Mark Mangino has left the program. Rhoads says he and Mangino haven’t been on the same page for weeks. Rhoads wouldn’t say whether Mangino quit or was fired. The move Monday came on the same day Iowa State promoted sophomore Joel Lanning to a starting role over senior Sam Richardson, but Rhoads says Lanning’s promotion was not the reason Mangino left.

Rhoads announced that passing game coordinator Todd Sturdy will take over for Mangino, starting with Saturday’s game against Texas (3-4, 2-2 Big 12). Mangino was 50-48 in eight seasons as the coach at Kansas. He joined Rhoads’ staff prior to last season. Iowa State (2-5, 1-3) is averaging 26.9 points per game.

Branstad creates division to focus on wrongful convictions

News

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Gov. Terry Branstad is creating a special division in Iowa’s public defender’s office that will focus on wrongful convictions. Branstad and State Public Defender Adam Gregg announced the new division today (Monday). The division will initially review cases that used flawed hair analysis testimony.

Earlier this year, the Justice Department and FBI announced that nearly every examiner in the FBI Laboratory’s microscopic hair comparison unit gave flawed testimony in almost all trials in which they offered evidence against criminal defendants for more than 20 years before 2000.

Gregg says that announcement was a motivation for creating the division. The state has hired Audrey McGinn, who previously worked for the California Innocence Project, to head the division. She will work with the Iowa Innocence Project and the Midwest Innocence Project.

Red Oak Chamber Coffee notice

News

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Montgomery County Auditor Stephanie Burke says Montgomery County will be hosting a Red Oak Chamber Coffee at the Courthouse, 105 E Coolbaugh, Red Oak on Wednesday, October 28th, beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Burke says there is a possibility that there will be a quorum, but no official county business will be acted upon during that time.

Glenwood man arrested for assault

News

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Police in Glenwood report a local man was arrested on an assault charge, Sunday. 41-year old Michael Robbins, of Glenwood, was arrested for Domestic Abuse Assault. He was being held without bond in the Mills County Jail, pending an appearance before a magistrate.

Shelby County Fire Danger reduced to “Moderate”

Ag/Outdoor, News, Weather

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Shelby County Emergency Management Agency reports, with much of the crop being in the bins now, the amount of fuel necessary for opening burning to spread beyond an intended area, has been reduced. Therefore, the local Fire Danger threat is being reduced to “Moderate,” from now through late this week.

Moderate Fire Danger ratingOfficials warn that grassland is still very dry, and fires which start there can run for a long time until out of fuel, and spread to structures. Persons are advised to please let your Fire Chief know in advance of the time and location of any burns to prevent needless responses from local volunteer firefighters. The next update will be Thursday October 29, 2015

GAE NICHOLS, 72, of Moscow, IA, formerly Anita, Wiota, Massena (Svcs. 10/31/15)

Obituaries

October 26th, 2015 by admin

GAE NICHOLS, 72, of Moscow, IA, (& formerly Anita, Wiota, & Massena) died, Sat., October 24th, 2015 at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial for GAE NICHOLS will be held 10:30-a.m. Sat., Oct. 31st, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, in Wilton, IA. Bentley Funeral Home in Wilton is handling the arrangements.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 30th, from 4-7 pm at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Wilton, IA. Online remembrances and condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.

A memorial fund has been established.

GAE NICHOLS is survived by:

His wife – Colleen Nichols, of Moscow, IA

His daughter – Sara Nichols, of North Liberty, IA

His son – Jeff Nichols (& fiance’ Lindsey Donelson) of Viriginia Beach, VA

His sister – Darlene (John) Miles, Staten Island, NY

His brother -Glen (Diane) Nichols, of Wiota.

1 grandchild, nieces and nephews

 

Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Atlantic Small Businesses by Celebrating Small Business Saturday®

News

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Officials with the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce have announced the Chamber’s participation in the sixth annual Small Business Saturday on November 28th, to support small businesses in Atlantic. Founded by American Express in 2010, Small Business Saturday® is a day to celebrate the small businesses that help support our community. Small Business Saturday rallies shoppers, local businesses and public officials to Shop Small® and show their community pride.

On November 28th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Atlantic community is encouraged to Shop Atlantic small business. Kick off the day by fueling up before you shop at Downtowner Café & Catering, Family Table and Sweet Joy Shoppe. Support local businesses and receive Shop Small® giveaways like canvas tote bags.

American Express created the Neighborhood Champions program to help rally communities around Small Business Saturday and is working alongside numerous business organizations to support local Small Business Saturday celebrations throughout the country. Small business owners can learn more about taking part in Small Business Saturday and download free marketing materials on www.shopsmall.com. Consumers can also visit the site to find small merchants to shop at on Small Business Saturday.

Adair County Sheriff’s report, 10/26/15

News

October 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Adair County Sheriff’s Jeff Vandewater, today (Monday), released a report on recent arrests. On Saturday, deputies arrested 24-year old Robert Dean Garrett, of Des Moines, for Possession of a Controlled Substance/Marijuana – 1st offense, and Open Container. His arrest followed a traffic stop on Highway 25, during which Garrett admitted during questioning, that he had marijuana in his shoe and socks. An open container of alcohol was also found between the passenger seat and center console, of the vehicle. Garrett was later released on $1,000 bond.

Last Thursday, 37-year old Jason Dean Hauf, of Greenfield, was arrested on a charge of Domestic Abuse/Simple Assault. Hauf was released later the day on a Recognizance bond. Also arrested Thursday, was 53-year old Steven Eugene Feick, of Fontanelle. Feick was charged with Domestic Abuse/Simple Assault/1st offense, and Obstruction of Emergency Communications. He was later released from the Adair County Jail on $1,000 bond.

On Oct. 19th, 25-year old Jordan Maitlin Campbell, of Roseburg, OR., was arrested in Adair County and ordered to serve a sentence pertaining to drug charges. Campbell was found guilty June 24th on felony charges that include Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Deliver, and Failure to Affix a Drug Tax Stamp. The original offense occurred in Sept., 2014. He was being held in the Adair County Jail on $10,000 bond while fulfilling his sentence.

On Oct. 18th, 23-year old Connor Anthony Marnin, of Stuart, was arrested by Stuart Police at the Country Kitchen. Marnin was cited for Violation of a No Contact order by being with a protected party, a simple misdemeanor. Also arrested Oct. 18th, was 53-year old Steven Michael Hauter, of Center Point, and 34-year old Benjamin Austin Brown, of St. Charles. Brown was taken into custody for OWI/1st offense, and Open Container in a motor vehicle. He was also cited for driving on the right hand side of the road. Brown was later released on $1,000 bond. Hauter was arrested for OWI/2nd offense and Failure to Obey a Stop Sign. He was released later that day on $2,000 bond.