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Who’s Gonna Win? — Week 5 (9/23/11)

Podcasts, Trojan Preview/Who’s Gonna Win?

September 22nd, 2011 by Jim Field

Games:

  • Murray (4-0, 2-0) @ Adair-Casey (2-2, 2-0)
  • CAM (3-2, 1-1) @ Ankeny Christian Academy (0-4, 0-2)
  • Corning (1-4) @ A-H-S-T (1-4)
  • Nodaway Valley (2-2, 0-2) @ Panorama (4-0, 2-0)
  • Tri-Center (3-1, 1-1) @ Audubon (2-2, 1-1)
  • Griswold (3-1, 1-1) @ Treynor (2-2, 1-1)
  • Lewis Central (1-2, 1-1) @ Harlan (2-2, 1-1)
  • Atlantic (1-3, 1-1) @ Glenwood (0-4, 0-2)

Our Picks:

  • Adair-Casey (Doug, Matt, Chris, Jm)
  • CAM (Doug, Matt, Chris, Jim)
  • A-H-S-T (Doug, Matt, Chris, Jim)
  • Panorama (Doug, Matt, Chris, Jim)
  • Audubon (Doug), Tri-Center (Matt, Chris, Jim)
  • Griswold (Matt, Jim), Treynor (Doug, Chris)
  • Lewis Central (Matt, Jim), Harlan (Doug, Chris)
  • Atlantic (Doug, Matt, Chris, Jim)

Results:

  • Chris   31-9 (8-0)
  • Jim     27-13 (6-2)
  • Matt   24-16 (6-2)
  • Doug  23-17 (7-1)
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Cardinals & Lance Berkman Agree To 1-Year Deal

Sports

September 22nd, 2011 by Jim Field

ST. LOUIS, Mo., September 22, 2011 -St. Louis Cardinals Sr. Vice President/General Manager John Mozeliak announced today that the Cardinals have agreed to terms with outfielder/first baseman Lance
Berkman on a one-year contract for the 2012 season.  Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Berkman, 35, has been a standout for the Cardinals this season, ranking among National League leaders in home runs (31), slugging pct. (.555), on-base pct. (.412) and batting average (.300), while playing a solid outfield.  Named an All-Star starter this year (his 6th selection), Berkman is batting .355 with runners in scoring position (ranking 2nd in the N.L.) and .394 during the Cardinals’ September charge.

“Lance proved to be everything we were looking for when we signed him last December,” stated Mozeliak.  “He’s an impact player who helped solidify our everyday lineup while also bringing a wealth of experience to our team.  We are excited to announce that he is going to remain a part of our team in 2012.”

The switch-hitting Berkman owns a career batting mark of .296 with 358 home runs and 1190 RBI in 1,767 games.  His career .409 on-base percentage is ranked 4th among active players and his .546 slugging mark is ranked 10th.    Berkman has placed among the N.L. top-10 in on-base pct. eight times and has finished among the league’s top-10 in batting on four occasions.  Berkman’s 358 career homers are 4th all-time among switch-hitters.

The six-time All-Star (2001-02, 2004, 2006, 2008 & 2011) holds the National League record for single-season RBI by a switch-hitter with 136 in 2006.  He’s had six seasons with 100 or more RBI and belted 25 or more home runs nine times, including a career best 45 in 2006.  His 31 home runs this season are just four shy of Rip Collins’ single-season (1934) club record of 35 by a switch-hitter.

The Cardinals announced a two-year contract extension thru 2013 for starting pitcher Chris Carpenter last week.

(St. Louis Cardinals Press Release)

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd

Trading Post

September 22nd, 2011 by Jim Field

WANTED: 3″ cylinder for hand well pump. Would consider complete pump.  Call 515-210-0465.

FOR SALE: China hutch, solid oak, 3 lights, excellent condition $600; glider, excellent condition $50; black leather massage chair $50. Cash only. 712-254-1105

FOR SALE: Maytag portable dishwasher $50 obo. 712-254-3496

Iowan who tossed cat from window gets 2 years

News

September 22nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa (AP) – A Council Bluffs man who told police that he performed a sex act on a cat and then threw it out of a seventh-floor window has been given two years in prison. Thirty-year-old Gerardo Martinez was arrested after officers  found the dead cat on a sidewalk outside a Council Bluffs apartment building on Aug. 3. Officers say Martinez was naked and told them he used methamphetamine and had had sex with the cat.

Court records say Martinez pleaded guilty last week to animal torture. A charge of beastiality was dropped. Martinez is a registered sex offender in Iowa. Online Iowa records say he was convicted in Pottawattamie County of sexual abuse of a girl age 13 or under in 1998.

Scammers try to take advantage of firefighter’s death

News

September 22nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Authorities in Shelby County are warning about a scam being perpetrated on area residents following the death of a local firefighter. Officials with the Shelby Fire and Rescue Department have learned residents are receiving phone calls asking for donations, which the caller says will help the family of Shelby volunteer firefighter Mike Collins, of Minden, who was hit by a vehicle and killed Sunday night on Interstate 80, while assisting at the scene of an accident.

A telemarketing firm has been making phone calls to residents around the area, asking for donations to the “Mike Collins Fund.” When officials with the Shelby Fire and Rescue squad heard about the scam Wednesday, they issued an alert asking resident to hang up the phone if you receive such a call, and report it to the authorities.

The only legitimate fund for the family of Mike Collins is at the Shelby County State Bank, Shelby Branch. Officials say the bank will NOT call and ask for your donation. They will accept donations in person or by mail, at an address we provided you with earlier this week, here on KJAN. The address can be found in the story we posted about Collins’ death, at www.kjan.com. Click on “News” under the “Community Hub” tab, and look for the story on September 20th.

Backyard and Beyond 09-22-2011

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

September 22nd, 2011 by admin

Lavon speaks with Nancy Gibson and Kristin Templeton, Parents as Teachers, about a child carseat check today from 5-7pm!

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Iowa’s Archery Deer Hunting Season Begins October 1

Ag/Outdoor, Sports

September 22nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

One of Iowa’s most popular hunting seasons begins October 1st, when the archery deer hunting season opens. “We had over 57,000 bowhunters last year and I expect we will have a similar number this year,” said Tom Litchfield, state deer biologist for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.  “Our herd is in good shape statewide, but hunters can expect to see fewer deer in most areas of the state.” Because of this, Litchfield said that while the antlerless quotas for all counties are unchanged from last year, hunters may need to refrain from shooting as many does as in past years especially in eastern Iowa. Hunters need to continue to work with landowners where deer numbers are still strong.

Iowa’s bow season attracts hunters who spend much of their time in tree stands often alone for hours at a time, so checking safety equipment is an important part of their hunting plan.  “Hunters should check all their gear to make sure it’s in proper working order, especially tree stands and safety harnesses,” Litchfield said.  “Hunters should always wear a safety harness and use caution when climbing. Falls associated with tree stand use are the most common hunting accidents during the bow season.”

Iowa’s bow season is Oct. 1st through Dec. 2nd, and then opens again Dec. 19th through Jan. 10th, 2012. Hunting hours are from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset. All deer taken must be reported using the harvest reporting system by midnight the day after the deer is recovered.  Accurately reporting the harvest is an important part of Iowa’s deer management program and plays a vital role in managing deer populations and future hunting opportunities.  For hunters with Internet access, the online harvest reporting is the easiest way to register the deer. Hunters can report their deer online at www.iowadnr.gov, by calling the toll free reporting number 1-800-771-4692, or at any license vendor.  

Additional Hunting Options

In addition to the bow season, many of Iowa’s urban areas and some state parks offer special hunts that bowhunters can participate in.  These hunts often have extra requirements so contact the organization listed in the hunting regulation brochure before going afield.

(IA DNR Press Release)

Cass County Memorial Hospital offers blood screenings

News

September 22nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) in Atlantic is now offering community blood screenings for people ages 18 and over. CCMH Community Health Coordinator Denise Coder says “Regular blood screenings are a valuable tool in the early detection and treatment of many chronic diseases,” and that they’re “Very pleased to be offering this community health service at such a reasonable cost.”

The screenings will be held in the CCMH Atrium on Monday, October 24th from 7 am – 9 am, Thursday, October 27th, from 7 am – 9 am, and on Friday, October 28th, from 7 am – 9 am. Appointments can be made by logging on to www.casscountyclinics.com or by calling 243-7475. The cost for the blood profile is $35.

The basic blood profile includes the following: Lipid Panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL), Glucose, Hemoglobin, White Blood Count, Red Blood Count, Hematocrit, Liver Functions, Kidney Functions, Thyroid Screening. The PSA test (Prostate Specific Antigen) is available to men for an additional $20.

The cost for a blood profile with A1c is $47, and a Vitamin D screening is an additional $30. Participants should fast overnight before their appointment, although a small amount of water or black coffee the morning of the blood draw is fine.

8AM Sportscast 09-22-2011

Podcasts, Sports

September 22nd, 2011 by admin

w/ Jim Field

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8AM Newscast 09-22-2011

News, Podcasts

September 22nd, 2011 by admin

w/ Ric Hanson

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