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2 persons arrested in connection with Taylor County death

News

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Authorities in southwest Iowa’s Taylor County report two people have been arrested in connection with a death that occurred in Bedford. According to the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office, the suspects, Charles Hall, of Chicago, IL., and 25-year old April Claire, of Bedford, were taken into custody Friday, on felony charges of Child Endangerment causing serious injury.

The identity of the victim has not been released, but unconfirmed reports indicate the victim was a baby. The investigation is being conducted by the Taylor County Sheriff’s office and the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation.

CHESTER SWAIN, 93, of Massena (Svcs. 5/28/15)

Obituaries

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

CHESTER SWAIN, 93, of Massena, died Monday, May 25th, at the Caring Acres Nursing and Rehab in Anita. Funeral services for CHESTER SWAIN will be held 11-a.m. Thu., May 28th, at the Massena United Methodist Church in Massena. Steen Funeral Home in Massena has the arrangements.

The family will greet friends on Thursday one hour prior to services at the church. Online condolences may be left to the family at www.steenfunerals.com.

Burial in the Victoria Township Cemetery, south of Massena. Full Military Graveside Rites will be conducted by the Anita American Legion Post No. 210. A luncheon will be held at the church following the services at the cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the Chester Swain memorial fund to be established by the family at a later date.

CHESTER SWAIN is survived by:

His children – Bill (Cynthia) Swain of Lyman, Iowa, Linda (Ken) Tjepkes of Dike, Iowa, Donna (Gene) Rilling of Center Point, Iowa and Dorothy (Max) Goodvin of Council Bluffs, Iowa.

His sister – Virginia Holste.

11 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

(Podcast) KJAN News, 5/26/2015

News, Podcasts

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The 8-a.m. Newscast w/KJAN News Director Ric Hanson.

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A Menu Change in Childhood Could Help Prevent Food Allergies

News

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa – The food choices of some new parents across Iowa and the nation are changing, as those meal decisions could impact whether their child develops a food allergy. For years health professionals suggested that parents withhold allergenic foods until one-year of age, but emerging research suggests that may be counterproductive.

Dana Morris, regional development director for the Midwest with the group Food Allergy Research and Education, cites a study published earlier this year in The New England Journal of Medicine. “Instead of withholding peanuts, which usually is the common practice, they’re suggesting that you actually give it to your infant, especially if there’s known allergies,” she points out. “So I think that the directive is starting to come down through the pediatricians, and of course, it’s, ‘talk to your pediatrician first,’ before all those decisions are made.”

The study of more than 600 children considered at high risk found that only 3 percent of those children who regularly consumed peanuts had a peanut allergy at age 5, compared to 17 percent of those children who avoided peanuts completely.

Overall, it’s estimated that about 8 percent of children have food allergies, and while some will outgrow their sensitivities, Morris notes that there is also a growing trend of adult-onset food allergies. “So we tell people, anybody can develop a food allergy at anytime,” she stresses. “Personally, myself, I developed them when I was 25 and I didn’t have any food allergies.” Morris adds the most common food allergens are milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, fish, shellfish, wheat and other grains with gluten.

(Iowa News Service)

Ground Beef Macaroni Casserole (5-26-2015)

Mom's Tips

May 26th, 2015 by Jim Field

  • 1 package (7 oz.) elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz.) Italian tomato sauce
  • 1 egg
  • 1 can (10 3/4 oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
  • 1 1/2 cups 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 1 cup (4 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese

1.  Cook macaroni according to package directions.  Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.  Stir in tomato sauce; heat through.

2.  Drain macaroni; transfer to a greased 13″ x 9″ baking dish.  In a small bowl, combine the egg, soup, milk, butter and parsley; pour over macaroni.  Spoon beef mixture over top; sprinkle with cheese.

3.  Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.  Let stand for ten minutes before serving.

Serve with salad and roll.

Creston P-D report: 4 arrests, 3 incidents

News

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Police in Creston have released a report detailing four arrests and three incidents. Officials say 35-year old Nicholas Arthur Hardisty, of Orient, was arrested Monday night in the Manor Drive parking lot, on charges of Driving While Suspended, Possession of a Controlled Substance, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Hardisty was being held in the Union County Jail on $1,000 bond. That same evening, 29-year old Anna Rebecca Rufenacht, of Creston, was arrested for OWI/1st offense and Neglect of a Child. Her bond was set at $2,000.

On Saturday, Creston Police arrested 30-year old Mitchell Kenneth Venteicher, of Jefferson, for Driving While Barred, and Possession of Methamphetamine. His bond was set at $2,000. And, last Friday, 24-year old Jacob William Anderson, of Creston, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct. He was cited and released on a promise to appear later, in court.

Creston Police said also, a resident at 600 S. Pine Street reported someone entered a house he is working on at 508 N. Walnut, and stole copper pipe and wiring, valued at $50. The theft took place sometime between April 15th and May 20th. A resident at 302 N. Division Street reported the back window of her 2003 Hyundai was broken out, while the car was parked at her residence. The loss was estimated at $150. The incident took place sometime between 10-p.m. May 22nd and 9:35-a.m. May 23rd. And, a resident of 208 S. Pine Street in Creston reported to police his Snapper lawnmower with bagger was stolen from his residence sometime between 10-p.m. May 24th and 11-a.m. May 25th. The loss was estimated at $300.

(Podcast) KJAN Sports report, 5/26/2015

Podcasts, Sports

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The 7:20-a.m. Sportscast w/Jim Field.

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(Podcast) KJAN News & funeral report, 5/26 2015

News, Podcasts

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The 7:06-a.m. report w/KJAN News Director Ric Hanson

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(Podcast) Skyscan Weather forecast, Tuesday 5/26/2015

Podcasts, Weather

May 26th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Freese-Notis forecast for the KJAN listening area and weather info. for Atlantic.

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Tuesday Girls Regional Golf Tournaments

Sports

May 26th, 2015 by Jim Field

Class 1-A @ Crestwood Hills, Anita
CAM – 445
Griswold – 448
River Valley – 418
Boyer Valley – 457
Pleasantville – 360
Mt. Ayr – 443

Individuals:
Miranda Scroggie, Nishnabotna – 95
Brooklyn Wendt, CAM – 103
Marla Rossell, Griswold – 103
Morgan Ferguson, CAM – 105
Hattie Dalke, Griswold – 107
Jenna Knaack, River Valley – 101
Alyssa Trapp, River Valley – 104
Maddie Shook, Westwood – 105
Alycen Knaack, River Valley – 106
Makenna Thomas, River Valley – 107
Bailey Oliva, Pleasantville – 87
Alli Friday, Pleasantville – 90
Hannah Gordon, Pleasantville – 91
Avari Heinz-Pence, Pleasantville – 92
Tessa Shields, Mt. Ayr – 93

Class 3-A @ 5 x 80, Menlo:
Atlantic – 384
Shenandoah – 424
Centerville – 401
Nevada – 421

Individuals:
Brooke Newell, Atlantic – 89
Erin Olsen, Atlantic – 91
Anna Carlson, Shenandoah – 94
Sarah Fixmer, Atlantic – 96
Sabrina Hernandez, Southwest Iowa – 96
Katie Jenkins, Gilbert – 92
Amy Stock, Bondurant-Farrar – 93
Claire Ausman, Nevada – 93
Madeline McDonald, Centerville – 95
Leah Scott, Centerville – 99