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AUGUST “GUS” JOSEPH ECKERMANN, 78, of Harlan (svcs 8-19-11)

Obituaries

August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

AUGUST “GUS” JOSEPH ECKERMANN, 78, of Harlan, died Tue., Aug. 16th, at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial service for GUS ECKERMANN will be held 11-a.m. Fri., Aug. 19th, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Harlan. Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan has the arrangements.

Visitation at the funeral home is from Noon-9pm Thu., Aug. 18th, at the funeral home, where the family will greet friends from 6-8pm, and a Wake service will be held at 7pm.

Burial will be in the Harlan Cemetery.

GUS ECKERMANN is survived by:

3 daughters: Debbie Martin, & Tookie Smith, both of Sebastian, FL, & Terri Greer, of Omaha, NE.

5 sons: John Rademacker, & Jeff (Loretta) Rademaker, all of Lincoln, NE; Randy (Becky) Rademaker, of Irwin; Tom Eckermann, of Omaha, NE; & Jason (Michele) Eckermann, of Harlan.

5 sisters: Estelle Quinn, of Defiance; Jean (Jim) Skinner, of Tacoma, WA; Mary (Vern) Miller, of Irwin; Rosalie (Jerry) Wood, of Madison, WI; & Linda Schnuettgen (& friend Harold), of Denison.

His brother: Louis (Mildred) Eckermann, of Omaha, NE.

23 grandchildren, & 31 great-grandchildren.

Three members of the same family arrested in Villisca

News

August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Three members of the same Villisca family were arrested Tuesday evening on domestic assault charges. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says 46-year old David Alan Adsit, 43-year old Julie Anne Adsit, and a 16-year old male were arrested after authorities received a 9-1-1 call a little after 5-p.m., with regard to a domestic assault occurring at a residence on 170th Street in Villisca.

David and Julie Adsit were held in the Montgomery County jail, pending a court appearance, while the juvenile was processed and released on juvenile referral.

DNR Issues Correction to the Iowa Hunting and Trapping Regulations booklet

Ag/Outdoor, Sports

August 16th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Hunters who plan to pursue doves this fall will be allowed to use lead shot except on wildlife areas that require the use of non-toxic shot for hunting any species, except deer and turkey, which are listed on p. 16 of the Iowa Hunting and Trapping regulations booklet available at more than 800 locations in Iowa and online at www.iowadnr.gov/hunting<http://www.iowadnr.gov/hunting>. The correction in the regulations booklet is on p. 3 under the heading Highlights or Changes to the 2011-2012 Hunting and Trapping Regulations that states: Hunters are required to use non-toxic shot to hunt doves. The non-toxic shot requirement was discussed during the Administrative Rules Review Committee Tuesday that placed a session delay on it to allow the Iowa legislature to address the requirement.

Cass County Master Gardener Program Accepting Applications for Fall Training

Ag/Outdoor

August 16th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Do you have a love for gardening, a desire to learn more about the world of gardening, and a commitment to being a positive part of your community? If so, the Master Gardener program may be right for you!! Master Gardeners are members of the local community who take an active interest in growing flowers, vegetables, fruits, shrubs, trees and lawns, and also have a desire to share their knowledge through education and community involvement.

Master Gardener trainees attend 40 hours of classes taught by Iowa State University Extension staff and specialists in topics ranging from lawn care, flower and vegetable gardening, ornamental trees and shrubs, fruit crops, and houseplants to insect, disease, and weed control, soil and plant nutrition, and pesticide safety.

In exchange for training, participants are asked to volunteer 40 hours of service to their local extension program. The service opportunities are wide-ranging. Master Gardeners answer telephone requests for gardening information, staff plant clinics or displays, speak to local groups, teach youth, provide horticulture therapy activities for the elderly, and supervise or judge county fair horticulture activities as judges or project coordinators. Cass County also has an active Master Gardener group that meets regularly to coordinate volunteer and educational opportunities for members.

Classes will be held at the Cass County Extension office, located at 805 W. 10th Street in Atlantic. The first session will be Tuesday evening, September 6 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm, and will continue on consecutive Tuesday’s through November 1.  There will also be three Thursday evening sessions, and one Saturday in October will be spent on the ISU campus for hands-on training in the horticulture department.  The cost for the entire program, including reference materials and all training, is just $150 per person.

Registrations must be in the Cass County Extension office by August 30 to have materials available for the first training session. Persons interested in becoming a trained Master Gardener in Cass County are encouraged to contact the Cass County Extension office at 712-243-1132 or visit www.extension.iastate.edu/cass for information on signing up for the fall certification classes, or to learn more about Iowa Master Gardeners.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 16th

Trading Post

August 16th, 2011 by admin

FOR SALE: 42″ Pohlen riding lawn mower, 18.5 briggs & stratton engine, hydro drive, new belts & blades, good shape. $675; 20″ Mastercut push mower, runs fine $75; 20″ Coast to Coast push mower, runs great $60. 712-268-2656

FOR SALE: gas dryer, works good $30. 243-5153

Two injured in Adams County crash

News

August 16th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa State Patrol reports two people were injured during a crash Monday afternoon north of Corning, in Adams County, including the County‘s Sheriff. 45-year old Alan Johannes, of Bridgewater, and 47-year old Gregory Carlson, of Corning, were transported by Adams County Rescue to Alegent Hospital in Corning, following the crash at around 4:45-p.m.

Officials say Sheriff Johannes was responding to a call while traveling eastbound on 200th Street as Carlson was traveling north on Kale Avenue. As the 2011 Ford F-150 pickup Johannes was driving topped a small hill, he saw Carlson’s 2008 Ford SUV entering the intersection. The Sheriff tried to stop, but his pickup slid on the gravel, and collided with the SUV.

Following the collision, both vehicles came to rest in a ditch. Johannes was treated for minor injuries at the hospital, and released. There was no word on Carlson’s condition.

Barnstormers’ New Head Coach Had Led Chicago Rush

Sports

August 16th, 2011 by Jim Field

     DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – The Iowa Barnstormers say Mike Hohensee (HOH’-ehn-see) has been hired as head coach.  The Arena Football League team said in a news release Tuesday that Hohensee also will be director of football operations.  Hohensee is familiar to AFL fans: He was head coach of the Chicago Rush for almost 10 years. He also has worked for AFL franchises in five other cities.  Hohensee takes over immediately for interim head coach J.T. Smith, who had replaced John Gregory when he resigned in May.
     The Des Moines team finished the season with a 5-13 record, missing the playoffs.

Atlantic Men’s Golf Mixer Cancelled Tonight

Sports

August 16th, 2011 by Jim Field

The Atlantic Golf & Country Club/Nishna Hills men’s golf mixer scheduled for tonight at the Atlantic Golf & Country Club has been cancelled due to wet grounds.

No injuries following Cass County accident, Monday

News

August 16th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Sheriff’s Office says no injuries were reported following a two-vehicle accident Monday, on the Hamburg Road. Officials say vehicles driven by 38-year old Shauna Dorine Holaday, of Massena, and 22-year old Brett Alan Westfall, of Adair, collided at the crest of a hill.

Holaday’s 2003 Kia Sedona sustained an estimated $6,000 damage, while the damage to Westfall’s 1999 Ford pickup was estimated at $5,000. The Sheriff’s Department says Westfall was cited for Driving Under Suspension, No Valid License, and Failure to Yield One Half of Roadway.

Free Class on Food Preservation Offered in Atlantic

Ag/Outdoor

August 16th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Do you want to learn how to preserve food but don’t know where to begin?  Have you been canning for years but want to learn the latest recommendations? Food Preservation 101 will be offered, free of charge, on Thursday, September 1 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the ISU Extension office in Cass County, located at 805 W 10th Street in Atlantic. The program will be presented by Barb Fuller, Nutrition and Health Program Specialist with ISU Extension. Topics covered will include canning, freezing and dehydrating food, as well as tips for keeping food safe.

In addition, free testing of pressure canner lids will be offered before the class, from 5:15 to 6 p.m. on the 1st. Only the lids need to be brought in for the testing, and those unable to attend may drop their lids off to be tested prior to this time. While there is not charge to attend the class, pre-registration is requested in order to have enough materials available.  Please call the Cass Co. Extension Office at 712-243-1132 by August 31st to pre-register.

(Cass Co. Extension Press Release)