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ROSEMARY “ROSIE” JUNE MALLY, 96, of Atlantic (Memorial Svcs. 9/14/24)

Obituaries

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

ROSEMARY “ROSIE” JUNE MALLY, 96, of Atlantic, died August 18, 2024, at the Allen Place in Atlantic. Memorial services for ROSEMARY MALLY will be held 2-p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2024, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Atlantic. Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Atlantic has the arrangements.

Please join the family for lunch and memories in the church fellowship hall following the memorial service.

Private burial will be at the Atlantic Cemetery in Atlantic, IA.

Memorials may be directed to the Broadlawns Medical Center Foundation and can be sent in care of Schmidt Family Funeral Home P.O. Box 523 Atlantic, IA 50022.

ROSIE MALLY is survived by:

Her sons – Steven (Tammy) Mally, of Everett, WA; Kenneth (Leslie) Mally, of Weaverville, CA., and Thomas Mally, of Monument, CA.

4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Iowa State at No. 21 in AP Poll after 20-19 win at Iowa

Sports

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

Iowa State is into the AP Poll at number 21 after a furious rally in a 20-19 win at Iowa. The Cyclones trailed 13-0 at halftime and 19-7 in the third quarter before rallying for their second straight victory in Kinnick Stadium. Freshman Kyle Konrardy hit a 54 yard field goal with six seconds remaining to win it.

That’s ISU coach Matt Campbell who was proud of the mental toughness his team showed in rallying for the win.

Iowa State’s defense turned the game around in the opening half by forcing the Hawkeyes to settle for field goals twice inside the five yard line.

Konrardy missed a 41-yard field goal at the end of the opening half before connecting twice in the fourth quarter.

The Cyclones are idle this week and host Arkansas State on the 21st. Iowa dropped out of the AP Poll after a second half collapse that dropped their record to 1-1.

That’s Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz. The offense got smothered with the game on the line and quarterback Cade McNamara was just three of 10 for 19 yards and two interceptions in the second half.

Ferentz said after the game there is no thought of making a change at quarterback.

The Hawkeyes host Troy this week. The Trojans are 0-2 after losses to Nevada and Memphis.

UPDATE 2:19-P.M.: 12-year-old taken into custody in connection with alleged threat to AMS & Schuler Elem.

News

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – In an update to our earlier posts: Atlantic Police Chief Devin Hogue said this (Sunday) afternoon, a 12-year-ol juvenile was taken into custody in connection to alleged threats on social media, made towards the Atlantic Middle School and Schuler Elementary School.

The Chief says “On Sunday, Sept. 8th, the Atlantic Police Department received a report of a threat that was posted on social media that named two of our district buildings as a target. An investigation into the incident has found that the threat is not credible and students and staff are not in danger to attend school tomorrow [Monday], September 9th, 2024. However, due to the seriousness of the threat and the disruption to the school and learning environment, a 12 -year-old juvenile has been taken into custody and transported to the Juvenile Detention Center in Council Bluffs.

The juvenile – who was not identified because of his age – is being charged with Threats of Terrorism and False Reports to or Communications with Public Safety Entities.

Chief Hogue said “The Atlantic Police Department will provide heightened presence at the ACSD buildings all week.” He said also, “The Atlantic Police Department worked alongside the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Atlantic Community School District during the investigation. We have also made contact with the Iowa Governor’s School Safety Bureau with regard to the incident.”

No other details are being released at this time. If you have information regarding the incident, please call the Atlantic Police Department at 712-243-3512.

Note: A criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Inattentive driving causes an accident in Creston (delayed report)

News

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Creston, Iowa) – Officials with the Creston Police Department today (Sunday) said an accident on August 29th caused a total of $5,200 damage, but no one was injured. Authorities say a 2010 Chevy Equinox driven by 54-year-old Jason Glenn Beard, of Creston, was traveling on Fremont Street at around 8:15-a.m., when Beard attempted to put something in his back pocket and became “lost in thought.

Beard’s SUV struck a large utility trailer attached to a legally parked 1999 Ford F-350 Super Cab pickup truck. No citations were issued.

Vacant house in Red Oak destroyed in a fire; Cause under investigation

News

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – A vacant home in Red Oak was declared a total loss following a fire early Sunday morning. According to Red Oak Fire Chief John Bruce, firefighters were dispatched to 205 E. Market Street in Red Oak, at around 3:21-a.m., Sunday (Today). Crews from Elliott and Stanton were requested for mutual aide. (Photos from the Red Oak FD Facebook page)
The first crews arriving on the scene reported heavy smoke and fire coming from the residence. The property, owned by Dennis Larson, had been vacant for quite sometime. Upon entry, firefighters determined no one was inside the home.
Additional mutual aid was requested and received from the following agencies:
  • The Essex and Emerson Fire Departments along with Villisca Fire and EMS.
  • The Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency, Sheriff’s Office and Communications
  • Red Oak Police, and
  • MidAmerican Utilities.
There were no injuries reported. The fire was declared under control about three-hours later, and ground operations were terminated at around 7:45-a.m.  The incident remains under investigation at this time. Anyone with information concerning the blaze, or who may have witnessed activity around the residence, have Security or door bell camera video, is encouraged to contact Fire Chief Bruce at: 712-623-6504, or by e-mail at rofirechief@redoakia.city.

High School XC Results from Saturday (Sep. 7th)

Sports

September 8th, 2024 by Asa Lucas

COUNCIL BLUFFS ABRAHAM LINCOLN INVITATIONAL (BOYS)

1. Riverside (40 points) — 2. Dawson Henderson (18:18.70), 4. Brody Henderson (18:28.30), 5. Owen Fenner (18:31.20), 10. Eli Hudnall (19:32.10)

3. Abraham Lincoln (100 points) — 13. James O’Brien (20:12.50)

4. Denison-Schleswig (109 points) — 7. Kevin Sanchez (19:03.70), 9. Ethan Olsen (19:29.90)

5. Missouri Valley (121 points) — 6. Aiden Rangel (19:00.20)

6. Glenwood (130 points) — 12. Cody Henderson (20:03.20), 15. Bryce Keller (20:13.50)

7. Lewis Central JV (172 points)

8. St. Albert (177 points) — 8. Jackson Walter (19:09.30)

9. Thomas Jefferson (207 points) — 1. Kaiden Hamilton (17:59.00)

COUNCIL BLUFFS ABRAHAM LINCOLN INVITATIONAL  (GIRLS) 

1. South East Polk (33 Points)

2. Glenwood (37 points) — 1. Grace Berglund (20:09.60), 3. Breckyn Petersen (21:29.60), 9. Megan Hughes (22:32.40), 12. Madelyn Berglund (22:50.70)

3. Denison-Schleswig (92 points) — 4. Lola Mendlik, Denison-Schleswig (21:58.50), 6. Alexa Tremblay (22:15.30)

4. Abraham Lincoln (110 points)

5. Riverside (133 points)

6. Lewis Central JV (155 points)

7. Thomas Jefferson (206 points)

NTS. Heartland Christian — 7. Grace Steinmetz (22:28.20)

High School Volleyball Scores from Saturday

Sports

September 8th, 2024 by Asa Lucas

Atlantic Tournament:

Team Standings: 
1. Des Moines, Roosevelt, 5-0
2. Treynor, 4-1
3. Knoxville, 3-2
4. St. Albert, 2-3
5. Atlantic, 1-4
6. Grand View, Christian, 0-5

Results: 

Des Moines Roosevelt 2, Atlantic 1
Des Moines Roosevelt 2, Knoxville 0
Des Moines Roosevelt 2, St. Albert 0
Des Moines Roosevelt 2, Treynor 1
Des Moines Roosevelt 2, Grand View Christian 0
Treynor 2, Atlantic 1
Treynor 2, Knoxville 1
Treynor 2, Grand View Christian, 0
Treynor 2, St. Albert 0
Knoxville 3, Atlantic 0
Knoxville 2, Grand View Christian 0
Knoxville 2, St. Albert 0
St. Albert 2, Atlantic 0
St. Albert 2, Grand View Christian 0
Atlantic 2, Grand View Christian 1

 

South Central Calhoun Tournament

Audubon 2, Pocahontas Area 0

 

Glenwood Tournament

Harlan 2, Underwood 1

Harlan 2, CBTJ 1

Pella 2, Harlan 0

Underwood 2, Red Oak 0

Underwood 2, CBTJ 0

Red Oak 2, CBTJ 0

Sioux City Heelan 2, Red Oak 0

Sioux City Heelan 2, Underwood 0

Stanton 2, CBTJ 0

Stanton 2, Underwood 1

Stanton 2, Red Oak 0

Glenwood 2, Underwood 0

Glenwood 2, CBTJ 0

Glenwood 2, Red Oak 1

Pella 2, Sioux City Heelan 1

Pella 2, Glenwood 1

Pella 2, CBTJ 0

Pella 2, Red Oak

 

Missouri Valley Tournament

Riverside 5-0

Riverside 2, Griswold 0

Riverside 2, Boyer Valley 1

Riverside 2, Heartland Christian 0

Riverside 2, Missouri Valley 0

Riverside 2, Woodbine 0

Griswold 2, Woodbine 0

Missouri Valley 2, Woodbine 1

Boyer Valley 2, Woodbine 0

 

Clarinda Tournament

Tri Center 2, West Monona 0

Tri Center 2, West Central Valley 0

Shenandoah 2, Tri Center 1

Clarinda 2, Tri Center 1

Atlantic Police investigating an alleged threat of violence against the Atlantic School District

News

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – Officials with the Atlantic Community School District have sent an e-mail to parents of students in the District, with regard to an alleged threat on a social media platform. KJAN received a copy of the e-mail which reads:

“We’re aware of the social media threat made to AMS and Schuler. Law enforcement and administration are investigating the threat and taking proper precautions to ensure the safety around the district.

“More information will be available once we have been able to determine the credibility of the threat.”  Atlantic Police Chief Devin Hogue told KJAN News in a text message this (Sunday) morning, in response to our inquiry, that “We have been made aware and are diligently working on the situation.”

The A-PD also posted on its Facebook page, “The Atlantic Police Department has been made aware of a social media post that was made as a threat to our school district. Our agency along with the Cass County Sheriff’s Office have been diligently working on the situation and have been in contact with the Atlantic Community School District to ensure safety precautions are being made and the Governor’s School Safety Bureau for assistance with the investigation.”

Additional information will be released when it is made available to us. KJAN will not elaborate on the nature of the threat until law enforcement has had a chance to complete their investigation.

2 women arrested early Sunday morning in Red Oak

News

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – Two women from Red Oak were arrested on separate charges early this (Sunday) morning, in Red Oak. The Red Oak Police Department reports 56-year-old Kimberly Dee Rocha was arrested at around 12:04-a.m. in the 1200 block of E. Summit Street, for OWI/1st Offense. Rocha was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $1,000 bond.

And, at around 12:18-a.m., Red Oak Police arrested 19-year-old Heavyn Lee Aherns in the 2400 block of N. 8th Street, for Public Intoxication/1st Offense. Aherns was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $300 bond.

(UPDATED) 1 injured in an eastern IA crash between a motorcycle & SUV

News

September 8th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

[updated 1:53-p.m.] (Scott County, Iowa) – A collision Saturday evening between a motorcycle and an SUV resulted in a female motorcyclist being seriously injured. According to the Iowa State Patrol, the accident happened in Davenport a little before 7-p.m, when 25-year-old Jessica Alice Beth Irelan, of Davenport – who was riding a 2013 Triumph – failed to obey a red light and was struck by 2015 Chevy SUV driven by a man from Davenport. The collision happened at the intersection of Kimberly Road and N. Elsie Avenue.

Irelan was thrown from her motorcycle and transported by ambulance to Genesis Hospital. The driver of the SUV was not injured. The crash remains under investigation.