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John Deere museum opening in Waterloo

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December 2nd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) – The John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum is opening in Waterloo, offering a glimpse at the company and how it’s become ingrained in the community. Waterloo is home to John Deere’s largest manufacturing complex. The city’s partnership with the company is a theme of the museum, featuring stories about key people who guided John Deere in its early years in Waterloo.

Museum curator Joshua Waddle tells the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier that some might not know that the manufacturer’s arrival caused concern among many Waterloo residents in 1918.  He says that’s because another company, Waterloo Gasoline Traction Engine Co., had employed about 1,000 of the city’s 35,000 residents. Many worried another competitor would cause them to lose their jobs.

Norman Lear To Visit Greenfield December 13

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December 2nd, 2014 by Jim Field

NormanLear HeadshotLegendary Hollywood writer/producer Norman Lear will return to Greenfield on Saturday, Dec. 13, celebrating the 45th anniversary of the filming of his comedy “Cold Turkey” in the southwest Iowa town. Lear will be the guest of honor at the Celebrate Iowa Gala, to be held Friday evening, Dec. 12, at the State Historical Museum, presented by the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs.

“Welcome Back to Greenfield, Norman Lear” will be held at the Warren Cultural Center, the restored 1896 opera house located at 154 Public Square. Doors open at 9 am; Mr. Lear is scheduled to arrive and the program will begin at 10 a.m.

He will be reading excerpts from his new book and will take part in a Q&A session. Other elements of the program are being developed in conjunction with Produce Iowa- State Office of Media Production.

The event is free and open to the public. Attendees will be invited to write their Cold Turkey memories into a scrapbook for Lear. “Cold Turkey” movie props will also be on display in the lobby gallery of the Center.

The 92-year-old Lear has spoken fondly of his time in Iowa during the summer of 1969, including references in his recently released memoir, entitled “Even This I Get to Experience.” He was named an Honorary Iowan in 1999, when he returned to Greenfield with other stars, including Dick Van Dyke, Tom Poston, and Jean Stapleton, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the movie. Lear also produced many hit television shows, including “The Andy Williams Show”, “All in the Family,” and “The Jeffersons,” and other classic films, such as “The Princess Bride” and “Stand by Me.”

“Cold Turkey” tells the story of a small town – Eagle Rock, Iowa – that takes up the challenge for all its residents to quit smoking for one month to win a $25 million prize. Many scenes were filmed on the Greenfield square and throughout town, as well as locations in Winterset, Orient, and Des Moines.

Additional information on Mr. Lear’s return to Greenfield will be available on the Center’s website, www.warrenculturalcenter.com, and on its Facebook page.
The DCA’s ‘Celebrate Iowa’ Gala will be 7-11 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, at the State Historical Building, 600 E. Locust Street, Des Moines. Visit www.culturalaffairs.org/gala or contact DCA at HistoricalGala@iowa.gov or 515-281-8352 for more information.

ISU’s Farniok Invited To NFLPA Collegiate Bowl

Sports

December 2nd, 2014 by Jim Field

Farniok, Tom14AMES, Iowa – Iowa State senior center Tom Farniok has been invited to participate in the 2015 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, Jan. 17 at the StubHub Center in Carson, California.

The NFLPA Collegiate Bowl was established in 2012 and has already gained a reputation as one of the premiere post-season all-star games for draft-eligible college football players. Farniok is the second Cyclone to play in the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, joining current Jacksonville Jaguar and former All-Big 12 linebacker Jeremiah George (2014).

A two-time honorable mention All-Big 12 selection, Farniok is a four-year starter for the Cyclones, recording 46 career starts. He was a member of the Rimington Award watch list, an award given annually to the nation’s top center, and the Wuerffel Trophy watch list.

Farniok is one of two Cyclones currently signed up to play in a post-season all-star game. Tight end E.J. Bibbs will play in the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama on Jan. 25.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2nd

Trading Post

December 2nd, 2014 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: GE electric stove with self clean oven. Almond in color. Asking $100.00 call 712-249-2905 in Exira.

FOR SALE:  2011 chrysler town and country, 85400 miles, dual dvd player and monitors, leather, stow and go with the four captains chairs all heated, heated steering wheel, dual climate control, rear climate control, navigation system, bluetooth, power side doors and tailgate, remote start. two newer tires with 6000 miles on them. also has a reciever hitch. is my daily driver so miles with change some.  Asking $14,900.  Call 515-290-5729.

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FOR SALE: In New Condition a John Deere Model-44 (44-inch) Snowblower attachment that fits all 100-series John Deere riding lawn mowers,in New condition,comes with manual,asking $1,150.00.  Call cell: 402-943-7735 in Oakland, Iowa.

FOR SALE:  a 1990 Classic Eldorado Cadillic white with a blue velvet top,has a 4.5 port fuel injection V.8 motor,has 156,000 actual miles,Good rubber,New brakes,a Texas car,No rust,Runs Great asking $1,850.00.  Call cell: 402-943-7735 in Oakland, Iowa.

FOR SALE: 1980s Baseball and Football Cards. 712-243-2571

WANTED: single stage snowblower. 712-326-4990.

FOR SALE: Craftsman Commercial 2-stage 8 horsepower snowblower; electric/pull start; rides on rubber tracks; 26 inch path; $500. Call 712-778-5131

(Podcast) 8-a.m. KJAN News, 12/2/2014

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December 2nd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

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Quick Italian Cream Cake (12-2-14)

Mom's Tips

December 2nd, 2014 by Jim Field

  • One white cake mix (with pudding)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2/3 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
  • 3/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 3 teaspoons rum (optional)

Beat together the first four ingredients at medium speed for two minutes.  Stir in pecans and coconut and pour into 3 greased and floured cake pans.  Bake at 350 degrees for 15 to 17 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Cream Frosting:

  • 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 16 oz. powdered sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla

Mix all together and frost cake.  Sprinkle some coconut over top.

HSBB: CAM at AHSTW Doubleheader 12-01-2014

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December 2nd, 2014 by admin

Jim Field and Chris Parks have the call of the games played at AHSTW High School.

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Heartbeat Today 12-02-2014

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December 2nd, 2014 by admin

Jim Field talks about electrical safety during the Christmas decorating season.

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(Podcast) 7:20-a.m. KJAN Sports, 12/2/2014

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December 2nd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

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(Podcast) 7:07-a.m. KJAN News & funeral report, 12/2/2014

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December 2nd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

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