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KJAN Trading Post

Listen each weekday at 10:15 am and 2:15 pm for “TRADING POST” on AM 1220/FM 101.1, KJAN!

Trading Post rules: limit 3 items per call (any combination of buy, sell, trade, rent or giveaway), we will not accept items that are being sold as part of a regular business venture. Please let us know if you have sold your item or found what you were looking for so we can mark it appropriately.

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WEEK OF JULY 1, 2024

Trading Post

July 1st, 2024 by Jim Field

WANTED:  Someone who can do dog grooming.  Can schedule by next Tuesday.  Call 712-243-4016. FOUND!
FREE:  Two adult female cats need to be re-homed.  About 4 years old and 2 years old or so.  Mother was found in a box thrown out on the highway originally.   Owner has gone to a different living situation now.  This pair is mother cat and daughter.  Not spayed, not declawed.  Bonded pair, have always been together.   Would like to keep them together if at all possible.   Not up to date on shots.  Have always been inside cats.  Available now in Atlantic, Iowa.  Can transport locally if needed.  Text or leave message at 712-249-2047.

FOR SALE: Black and Decker cordless hand vac, about a year old. Very good condition. Used very little. Asking $15. Call 243-4507.

FOR SALE:  Black haro bike frame with handelbars.  $100 OBO.  Call 712-304-3341 or text.

FOR SALE: Wooden roller carts…$25 each. Gold fireplace…make offer. Huffy bicycle…make offer. Call 712-243-4308

WANTED: A small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Also looking for a manual for a Deluxe scooter. Call Fred at 712-243-4016

FREE:  I have 5 kittens around 10 weeks old. 3 calico, 1 black with white socks, 1 all black. Free to a great home, I would like them all to go to the same home if possible, the mother can go also if needed.  Call 712-304-5894.

FOR SALE:  Antique 1950’s Coca-cola machine. It’s been modified to where you can turn the dial back and make it into a freezer. Willing to deliver, $600. Also, a 1999 Chevy Suburban 4×4 with busted windows from the Greenfield tornado. Selling for parts at $700. Call 641-247-1758.

FOR SALE: 1999 Yamaha Road Star Motorcycle. It has a Full Touring package. Has 6,600 miles on it. Like new. It has new tires. and battery. Comes with a fiberglass 11 cubic foot pull behind trailer, with a 52 quart cooler. Asking $14, 400 for it.  PRICE REDUCED TO $10,500 OBO. Call 712-254-1111. Call between 7am-7 pm. daily.

FOR SALE:  Beverage and snack vending machines.  Both work well. Beverage machine gets really cold can vending 20 oz. bottles or 12 oz. cans. $550 obo. 713-520-0687.

FOR SALE: 5 drawer dresser for $5.00 and smaller 6 drawer dresser for $5.00. Call 712-304-4550.

WEEK OF JUNE 24, 2024

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June 24th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: Set of 4 tires…265/75R16 on aluminum GM rims. Asking $200. Located in Audubon call 712-304-0729.

FOR SALE:  We have a litter of male kittens we need to rehome. They are super friendly and would make great pets or mousers. $15 each.  Contact at: 712-590-0179.

FOR SALE: 2 Dusty Pink formal dresses with built-in bras. Both have pockets, are lined and lace up the back. New with tags. Never been worn. Size 12 and size 14. Call for pictures at 712-769-2426 or 605-651-3135.

FOR SALE:  Pergola for $900, you will have to put it together yourself. John Deere manure spreader for $500. 2 cycle generator still in the box for $50. Located in Council Bluffs, Call 712-355-1566.

FREE: 10-year-old Toshiba flat screen 37″ T.V. Call 712-778-4672.

WANTED: Maintenance person for Atlantic Condo Association. Light indoor/outdoor maintenance work. Call Jim at 712-249-0518 for more information.

FOR SALE: First Alert wired 4 camera with 7” LCD DV2 monitor, camera system includes 100′ of extension cable.  Paid $575, asking $400.  Brand new, never been out of the box call: 712-778-2792 if no answer leave message.

FOR SALE: Antique Korean War Knife Bayonet for $200 or OBO. Call 712-249-8225.

FOR SALE:  tart cherries $3 per quart, U pick, in Atlantic, call 249-1453 if interested.

FOR SALE:  (2) ALL PRO adjustable ankle weights with 20 lb capacity each   –  $50.00 each.  New men’s size 14 Nike Revolution running shoes – $55.00.  Vintage Hobart Mfg. Co. 3 lb. candy scale – serial # 1197896  Style 100  –  $225.00.  Phone : 641-745-7505.

WEEK OF JUNE 17, 2024

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June 18th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  Pull+Pro self-propelled lawn mower that hasn’t been used in 2 years, $25/OBO. Also giving way free tomato cages. Call 712-249-2591.

FREE: Schwinn exercise bike that counts calories and has a comfy seat. If interested, stop by 510 E 22nd St. in Atlantic.

FOR SALE: Never used Keurig Coffee maker $100 or make an offer. 3 coolers with drain plugs. One is a brand-new yeti asking $100  YETI IS SOLD! 2 coolers are $15 each. Box of AVON bottles, make an offer. Call 712-243-4308.

FOR SALE:  Roku Stream Bar – $50.  531-530-9492.

FOR SALE:  LG Air Conditioner. 14,000 BTU.  Uses 110.   W-24″   HEIGHT: 15-16 ”   $350- Works great.  Also have the support bracket.  531-530-9492.

FREE:  Free to good homes…Male cats that have been fixed. Sandy colored one is Dillan/4 yrs old and the gray striped is Lucky who is 2 yrs old.  531-530-9492.

WANTED: Need someone to mow my yard today if possible. I have a guy who mows for me, but he wasn’t able to do it this week. Call Fred at 712-243-4016. DONE!

FOR SALE: Like new 1999 Yamaha Road Star Motorcycle with Full Touring package. Polar Blue and Pearl white in color.  Has 6,600 miles on it. New tires, battery and other accessories. Comes with 11 cubic foot pull behind trailer. Asking $14,400 …Price reduced to $13,000 OBO. Call 712-254-1111. Call between 7am-7pm any day of the week.

WANTED: A good used natural gas stove. Call 712-249-6729 in Lewis.

FOR SALE:  window air conditioner, 10,000 BTU, 120 volt, near Exira, 712-304-4928.

WEEK OF JUNE 10, 2024

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June 10th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: Super Boom Turbo Diesel New Holland Skid Loader for sale. Asking $16,000. Also a 4-Wheel Drive John Deere Tractor with hydrostatic and a loader. Asking $16,000. And several Allis-Chalmer tractors for sale. Call for details. 712-355-1566 in Council Bluffs

FOR SALE: An MTD 4.5 horsepower engine with new oil and new air filter. $20. Call 712-304-4550. Also looking for a white KJAN baseball cap with red lettering.

WANTED: A small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Also needing someone to look at the driver’s seat or needing to buy a driver’s seat for 2002 Ford Explorer. And needing a manual for a Deluxe Scooter. Call Fred at 712-243-4016

FOR SALE:  Two handmade trellises for your climbing plants. Made out of treated wood.  One is a little over 8 feet tall, asking $20.  The other one is 10 feet tall, asking $30.  Call or text (701) 240-8190,  I can deliver in Atlantic.

FOR SALE: 1999 Yamaha Road Star Motorcycle. It has a Full Touring package. Has 6,600 miles on it. Like new. It has new tires. It will come with 11 cubic foot pull behind trailer. Asking $14,400 for it. Call 712-254-1111. Call between 7am-6:30 pm.

FREE:  Free to good homes…Male cats that have been fixed.  712-227-3477.

FOR SALE:  LG Air Conditioner. 14,000 BTU.  Uses 110.  Works great.  Also have the support bracket.  712-227-3477.

FOR SALE:  Bachmann Turner concert tickets at the surf ballroom in Clear Lake Iowa on Saturday, June 19th. The concert is sold out. I have eight tickets.  $40.00, make an offer.  Will sell all or part of the eight. Call 712-249-0900. Dale Gross, Atlantic.

FOR SALE:  Forest River Palamino Sabre 2009 30 ft. Very clean, sleeps six, all amenities work. Large fridge, large bath w/ full shower & porcelain toilet. Pass thru belly storage, 30A service, tires not new but look good.  Rebuilt furnace. Roof resealed, slide out weatherstrip replaced. $12,500 OBO Call or text 712-249-4342SOLD!

WEEK OF JUNE 3, 2024

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June 3rd, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  1) Sentry Box Safe measures 14″x16 1/2″x 9″ deep. It has removable tray. Keys included. $35 OBO; 2) Ice & water refrigerator, $50 OBO – filter is # 3. New in box. Wasn’t opened until they actually needed it. It was wrong size for the seller’s refrigerator, & it was too late to send it back. Fits Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Jenn Air, & Kitchen Aid refrigerators. May fit others. 712-304-1863. (Can be seen in Exira)

FOR SALE: Water Barrel with no spickets on it in heavy big containers. Also Tomato cages. Some square and some round. $3 each. And a Heavy duty older type wheelbarrow. Make an offer. 712-243-4308

FOR SALE: Double well stainless-steel kitchen sink with a faucet. 33′ x 22″ Asking $25. Located in Hamlin. Call 712-304-4998

FREE: Full sized mattress and boxsprings with frame. Clean, very good condition. 712-250-1537 GONE!

FOR SALE:  Eight tickets to the Bachmann Turner Overdrive concert at the surf ballroom in Clear Lake Iowa on June 19th. The concert is sold out. Will sell all or part of the eight. Call 712-249-0900.

FOR SALE:  First Alert  wired 4 camera with 7” LCD DV2 monitor camera system includes 100′ of extension cable paid $575 asking $400 brand new never been out of the box call: 712-778-2792 if no answer leave message.

LOST DOG:  His name is Max, he’s a mix but looks mostly like a blue healer. He is a very sweet and loving dog. There is a $150 reward. Please call 712-249-5611… 712-249-9494 or 712-249-9442 if you see Max or have him.

FOR SALE: Kid’s clothes. Asking .25 for each piece. Boys from infant to 18 months and a few girl’s sizes 18 months and up. All are stored in tubs and clean. Call 712-249-1825.

WANTED: Looking for a vehicle to replace the one I lost in the tornado that hit Greenfield. Don’t need anything fancy, just need transportation. Call 641-247-1758

FOR SALE: An MTD 4.5 horsepower engine with new oil and new air filter. $20. Call 712-304-4550.

FOR SALE:  Stihl heavy duty peavey (log roller) for sale for $50.  Contact Tim Black at 712-249-9242.

FOR SALE:  2021 Case IH Magnum 400 AFS Connect tractor.  Power shift, LSW tires, 6 remotes, AFS PRO 1200, many more options, excellent condition, always stored inside, still partial warranty.  Asking $380,000.  Will consider reasonable offers.  Contact 402-981-5865.  Located in Hancock, Iowa.

FOR SALE:  Retirement Community home located in Gold Canyon/Phoenix area in AZ.  Approximately 800 square feet. Spacious floor plan with 1 bedroom, 2 full baths, AZ room, workshop, full laundry and tiled deck. Call for more information. Asking $160,000. Will consider reasonable offers.  Contact 402-981-5865 or 402-681-6751.

WEEK OF MAY 27, 2024

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May 28th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 4 brand new Ivory Lace panel curtains with scalloped edges.  58″x64″. Not wide enough for intended windows. $18 each. Call 712-268-2609

WANTED: A small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Also looking for a driver side seat for 2002 Ford Explorer…or someone to look at mine to see if it can be fixed. Also looking for a owner’s manual/fix it book for a Deluxe scooter. Call Fred at 712-243-4016

FOR SALE: Super Boom Turbo Diesel New Holland Skid Loader. Put new Catepillar wheels on it. Hoses have been placed. Cylinders have been rebuilt. Asking $16,000 or would consider a trade in for it. Also, Nissan Titan pickup. Has new wheels on it. Replacing transmission on it. Should be ready to go in the next two weeks. Asking $16,000 for it or make an offer. FOR SALE: A state of the art Westinghouse Hot Water Heater. Bought it for $2,400, asking $700. Call 712-355-1566 in Council Bluffs.

Garage Sale: Wednesday, May 29 and Thursday, May 30 at 1101 Roosevelt Drive in Atlantic. Boys and Girls clothing size 4 and up. Lots of knick knacks and miscellaneous.

FREE:  Maytag washer/dryer set, old but good.  712-250-1005GONE!

FOR SALE:  2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab LT pickup 4D, Z71, Brown, 99,500 miles, very clean with no rust. Tires with less than 5,000 miles.  Asking $17,500.  Call 712-254-1177SOLD!

WANTED:  Caring, responsible person wanted to provide part-time oversight of a high functioning special needs person.  Competitive pay, expenses paid.  Background check required.  Call 402-659-2752.

FOR SALE: 3 coolers with drain plugs. One is a Yeti. Asking $100 on the Brand New Yeti, $20 each on the other 2. Also have a Huffy bicycle for sale. Make offer. 712-243-4308

FOR SALE: SOLD A pair of H&H brown cowboy boots, size 12-D. Never worn. $20. Still available: An MTD 4.5 horsepower engine with new oil and new air filter. $20. Call 712-304-4550.

WANTED:  New to Atlantic Iowa and needing a vehicle to get me from my home to my job at Fareway. It can be old and ugly and barely going, just need something to help get around town. 720-629-8624

FOR SALE:   ODL Encapsulated Add On White Aluminum Door Blind. 29 1/2 × 68 3/8. New, never used. Would not fit over our door trim. Great for adding blinds for privacy that don’t have to be dusted. Less expensive that buying a new door. Call 712-249-5206. We paid $175.00 and would take $125.00 or best offer.

WEEK OF MAY 20, 2024

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May 20th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: A pair of H&H brown cowboy boots, size 12-D. Never worn. $20. Call 712-304-4550.

FOR SALE: A hardly used wheelchair. In good condition. Call 402-658-8073.

WEEK OF MAY 13, 2024

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May 13th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 2 four drawer file cabinets with locks…$10 each. Also 2 office chairs for $8 each. 712-243-4308 SOLD!
FREE:  Fun maker special electric organ, 44″ wide, 24″ deep and 36″ high.  You pick up in Atlantic.  Call Leon at 712-254-0549.

FREE: Hunting and No Hunting signs, about 50 empty baby food jars and a wall cabinet with 2 drawers. All FREE. Call 712-243-4308

WANTED: Needing someone to clean up my property. There’s metal, some reusable things and trash. Would like the property cleaned up and trash taken to landfill for a reasonable fee. Call 712-769-2557

FOR SALE: chest freezer, 5 cubic foot, nice condition, bought new in 2018, $75.00.  Call 712-250-1005.

FOR SALE:  24 Speed Bicycle, Tire Size 28 x 1 5/8 x 1, Light Weight, Cushion Seat & Combination Lock.  Asking $95.00 Firm.  The reason I’m selling is I bought an E Bike. Located in Manilla.  Call 515-314-0605.

WANTED: A small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Also looking for a driver side seat for 2002 Ford Explorer…or someone to look at mine to see if it can be fixed. Also looking for a owner’s manual/fix it book for a Deluxe scooter. Call Fred at 712-243-4016

FOR SALE: I am moving to retirement home and need to sell following items:  1.  5 piece bedroom set includes queen bed with 3 year old quality mattress, long dresser with mirror, tall dresser and bedside table.  2.  Large living room mirror (41×50).  3.  2 piece matching living room tables.  One cabinet  is long enough to hold large TV and the other one has 2 drop leaf glass shelves.  Must see furniture at 1322 E. 22nd Street in Atlantic to fully appreciate quality.  Call Rosie at 712-243-9407 to set up a time for viewing.  Best offer by Saturday, May 25 will take each of the three listings.

LOST DOG:  Lost East of Atlantic near the Mormon church and highway 71 N.  He is brown,( brindle colored), and weighs 50 pounds. Please call 712-249-1512 or 712-249-2001 is you have seen him or have him. FOUND!

FOR SALE:  We have twin Alpine doelings available. From good milk genetics. Born 3-16-24. $200 each or if you get both a $50 discount. Contact for more info. Text or call at: 712-590-0179.

WANTED:  Looking to hire somebody to harvest our hay crop this year, in the Hancock area.  We have 11 acres needing to be mowed, raked and large round baled.  Last years yield was 69 bales in 4 cuttings.  This year first cutting should be ready in 10 day.  Call 712-355-2034.

FOR SALE: A pair of H&H brown cowboy boots, size 12-D. Never worn. $20. Call 712-304-4550.

WANTED: Looking to buy inexpensive laptop computer for an adult to use for online classes. In the $150 or less range. Call 712-249-5244. Leave a message if no answer.

WEEK OF MAY 6, 2024

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May 6th, 2024 by Jim Field

WANTED: Looking to buy inexpensive laptop computer for an adult to use for online classes. In the $150 or less range. Call 712-249-5244. Leave a message if no answer.

FOR SALE: State of the art Westinghouse 50-gallon water heater. List price $2,400. Asking $600 or make an offer. FOR SALE: Fireplace. Never been used. FOR SALE: Add on for a fireplace. List price is $2,000. Asking $1,700. Call 712-355-1566 In Council Bluffs

GARAGE SALE:  804 East Mahogany Street in Atlantic, Friday, May 10 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday, May 11 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Look for furniture, clothes (including men’s large), books, plants, crafts, baby items and more.

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE:  1904 Redwood Drive, Atlantic, IA – 5/9 – 5/11 Thursday 10 – 5 pm, Friday 9 – 6 pm, Saturday 9 – 4 pm. New luggage, New pampered chef items, New turkey fryer, New pressure cooker with cookbook, New baby girls’ and kids’ clothes, Plus size clothing, Kids’ learning tools and toys, Dog Kennels, Home Decor, Patio chairs and cushions, Yard tools, Extension ladders plus much misc. This is the garage sale YOU have been waiting for!

FOR SALE:  Hand painted concrete, Harley Davidson wall hanging, approximately 16 x 18, $65 OBO.  712-249-9258.

FOR SALE:  26″ tall, 16″ across bronze vase. $75 OBO.  712-249-9258.

FOR SALE:  floor lamp with Navajo village that lights up. 5′ tall, works, $125 OBO. 712-249-9258.

WANTED: Someone to look at or call with an answer to why the driver side seat in a 2002 Ford Explorer will move up and down, but not back and forth. Call Fred 712-243-4016 THANK YOU!

FREE:  Rhubarb, you pick- Marne area.  (712) 254-2350.

FOR SALE:  Selling my Hoosier cabinet for $450. Call 712-783-4588 and leave a message and phone number. Wiota.

FOR SALE: Black swivel office chair for $5. SOLD! Also, a pair of brand-new size 12D HH brand cowboy boots for $20. 712-304-4550.

FOR SALE:  Maytag induction range almond boils stock pot of water very quickly, electric oven bakes evenly, works great. $100 OBO. Call or text 712-254-1255.

WEEK OF APRIL 29, 2024

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April 29th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  4 filing cabinets with locks, $10 each. 2 office chairs, $10 each. Motorized treadmill looking for best offer and trying to get rid of ASAP. 712-243-4308.

WANTED: A small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Also looking for a driver side seat for 2002 Ford Explorer. Looking for a owner’s manual/fix it book for a Deluxe scooter. Also looking for a cheap riding lawn mower. Call Fred at 712-243-4016

FOR SALE: Black swivel office chair for $5. Also, a pair of brand-new size 12D HH brand cowboy boots for $20. 712-304-4550.

GARAGE SALE:  510 Pacific Ave. in Audubon. Friday, May 3 from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm and Saturday, May 4 from 8:00 am – 11:00 am.

FOR SALE:  Homelite weed eater, works great.  Asking $40 cash.  In Atlantic.  Phone calls only to 712-249-6835. SOLD!

WANTED: Looking for someone to bring 12 sheep to my place to graze off 4 to 5 acres of pastureland. Fences are great. There is a barn to go into and it has water. Located in the Harlin area. Call 712-571-0245

FOR SALE:  8 foot white Formica counter top with double sink with faucets.  Sink measures 31 1/2″ x 20 1/2″.  Several other pieces of Formica: 42″, 16″, 15″ and 24 1/2″.  Great for basement or shop.  Also, 1 Pella window in casing 25″ x 41″.  Call in Anita, 712-249-5352.

GARAGE SALE: 804 E. Mahogony in Atlantic on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 from 8am-5pm. Clothing including Big & Tall Men’s, furniture, plants, books, craft items, baby blankets and lots of misc.

WANTED:  Looking for last several months Atlantic News-Telegraph.  Call 712-789-9483.

FOR SALE: Three large rain barrels. Blue in color. FOR SALE: Sixteen Cookbooks. FOR SALE: New in the box. Never used Keurig Coffee maker. Make an offer on all items. Call 712-243-4308

FOR SALE:  Snapper HI-VAC 21 inch walk behind variable speed self propelled rear wheel drive mower with grass bagger kit, owners manual, and extra de-thatching blade, serviced and ready for the mowing season,  $135.00. Phone 641-745-5461SOLD!

WANTED:  A working or to be fixed electric dehydrator.  Am able to pick up in Atlantic or surrounding areas.  Please call 712-769-2426 or 605-651-3135.

FREE:  Jenny Lind baby crib. Good condition. Has side that raises up and down if you want it to. Good for a grandma’s house!!! Please leave message at 712-268-2340.