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Trading WIC benefits on social media? Stop it!

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February 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Department of Public Health is asking for citizens to stop selling and trading WIC benefits on social media sites. In a press release, the IDPH says WIC local agencies continue to inform the department that they personally have identified advertisements or have received information from the public regarding advertisements on social media sites for the sale of WIC benefits, particularly infant formula. The continued report of these actions indicates to the state WIC office and to USDA that this illegal activity is ongoing.

WIC benefits are issued to pregnant and postpartum women, infants and children who have been certified as eligible to participate in the program in accordance to federal regulations. WIC food instruments and cash value vouchers may only be used by a WIC participant, a caregiver, or a designated proxy to purchase WIC eligible food items for the participant’s use. Any other use of WIC benefits, including the posting of WIC benefits for sale on the internet, is evidence that the participant committed a violation and is therefore subject to program sanctions.

The USDA has consulted with their office of general counsel and requested that all national social media sites post a notice regarding the illegality of selling WIC benefits, particularly infant formula on its website and that WIC food and benefits be added to its list of prohibited items. The state WIC office in the Iowa Department of Public Health is now requesting the same actions from local social media sites. If you have seen someone posting WIC benefits, contact the IDPH office by calling 515-281-7095 or by email at jill.lange@idph.iowa.gov.

(Update) Winter Storm Watch continues for Cass & area Counties

Weather

February 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

1005 AM CST MON FEB 3 2014

WINTER STORM TO IMPACT THE AREA TUESDAY AND TUESDAY NIGHT…

SNOW WILL DEVELOP ACROSS THE SOUTHERN HALF OF IOWA ON TUESDAY
MORNING AND CONTINUE TUESDAY NIGHT WITH MODERATE TO HEAVY
ACCUMULATIONS. IN ADDITION… INCREASING NORTH WINDS BY TUESDAY
NIGHT WILL RESULT IN SOME BLOWING AND DRIFTING OF SNOW THAT WILL
CREATE HAZARDOUS TRAVEL CONDITIONS.
GUTHRIE-DALLAS-CASS-ADAIR-MADISON-ADAMS-UNION-TAYLOR-RINGGOLD COUNTIES…

…WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING
THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT…

* TIMING…SNOW WILL BEGIN TO FALL ON TUESDAY MORNING ACROSS
WESTERN IOWA…THEN SPREAD AND ACCUMULATE MORE HEAVILY TUESDAY
AFTERNOON AND EVENING…FINALLY TAPERING OFF BY EARLY
WEDNESDAY MORNING.

* STORM TOTAL SNOW…5 TO 8 INCHES POSSIBLE WITH THE HIGHEST
AMOUNTS TOWARD THE MISSOURI BORDER.

* WINDS/VISIBILITY…NORTHEAST WINDS OF 10 TO 15 MPH TUESDAY
MORNING…BECOMING NORTH 15 TO 20 WITH HIGHER GUSTS BY TUESDAY
NIGHT. VISIBILITIES MAY BE REDUCED TO ONE HALF OF A MILE OR
LESS AT TIMES DUE TO FALLING AND BLOWING SNOW.

* IMPACTS…BLOWING AND DRIFTING SNOW IS EXPECTED BY TUESDAY
NIGHT AS THE WIND INCREASES. ROADS WILL BECOME SNOW COVERED
MAKING TRAVEL HAZARDOUS.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A WINTER STORM WATCH MEANS THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR SIGNIFICANT
SNOW…SLEET…OR ICE ACCUMULATIONS THAT MAY IMPACT TRAVEL.
CONTINUE TO MONITOR THE LATEST FORECASTS.

Adair County Supervisors set to finalize FY 2015 budget

News

February 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

The Board of Supervisors in Adair County will finalize their Fiscal Year 2015 budget, Tuesday morning. The action comes during their regular meeting that begins at 9-a.m., and will be followed by the setting of a date for a Public Hearing on the budget.

In other business, the Board will hear from County Treasurer Brenda Wallace, with regard to a tax abatement request/resolution, and County Engineer Nick Kauffman, with regard to a Motor Grader purchase and other Secondary Roads Department matters.

Cass and Shelby County Cattlemen hold banquets Saturday night

Ag/Outdoor, News

February 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

The Shelby County Cattlemen had a successful night on Saturday during their annual banquet. This year the banquet was held inside the new St. Mary’s Hall in Panama in front of a packed crowd. Before handing out their annual awards, the cattlemen gave out 18 $1,000 scholarships to area youth.

Kevin Goshorn, member of the cattlemen’s association, told the crowd over the last two years, the association has given out $84,000 between their scholarships and heifer programs. Steve Leinen then handed out the awards starting with the friends of the industry. Normally, this award would be handed out to a certain individual but this year the Shelby County Cattlemen recognized several local banks in the area.

The banks were Shelby County State, Farmer’s Trust and Savings, United Bank of Iowa, Farm Service Credit of America, Midstates, Defiance State, Landmands, Community Bank, Town and Country Credit Union, Templeton Bank and Bank of the West. The award for beef backer of the year was Mike Thraen and then the biggest award was presented to Bob Schechinger of rural Panama. Schechinger was surprised with the cattlemen of the year award. He said “I really didn’t catch on what they were saying, something about Korea and seven kids and Jeff was right there so I figured I better get out there. I didn’t think it would be anything. I was surprised put it that way.”

Bob and wife Norene have been farming northwest of Panama for 40 years and have raised cattle as well. Schechinger is a veteran who fought in Korea has since helped with area youth and participates at the Shelby County Fair each year. Together they have seven kids, five of whom were in attendance to congratulate Schechinger on the award. He thanked his wife for always being there and said he would not be the man he is today without her.

And, here in Atlantic approximately 250-people attended the annual Cass County Cattleman’s Banquet, Saturday night. One of the highlights of the even held at the Cass County Community Center was the presentation of awards. Jim Pellett, of Atlantic, received the “Hall of Fame” award. Randy Euken, of Lewis was named “Producer of the Year,” and Cullen and Associates, of Atlantic received the “Business of the Year Award.” It was also announced that the Cass County Cattleman’s group grilled over 5,500 units of meat during this past year at various events throughout the area.

(Joel McCall/KNOD)

Clarinda Police Chief re-issues Snow Ordinance reminder

News

February 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

With the chance of accumulating snowfall to occur in Clarinda this week the Clarinda Police Department is reminding citizens of the community about the emergency snow ordinance. The ordinance says: “No person shall park any motor vehicle or other apparatus upon any street of the city that will obstruct the removal of snow when there has been an accumulation of two (2) inches or more.”

“Any vehicle left parked on any street in violation of this ordinance may be impounded, and the registered owner of the vehicle will be subject to a $15.00 parking fine, and payment of all applicable towing and storage fees in order for the vehicle to be released.”

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd

Trading Post

February 3rd, 2014 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: maple 9 drawer dresser with lighted mirror on top. Good condition. $40 cash only. I have pictures I can email or send by phone. Call 402-659-1151 or e-mail bsgoettsch@gmail.com.

FOR SALE: 2 TIRES – LT 225 75r16, 8-PLY mud tires with 80% tread. $75 each or $100 each w/16-inch standard rims. Call after 6-pm, 712-268-2861.

 

8AM Sportscast 02-03-2014

Podcasts, Sports

February 3rd, 2014 by admin

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8AM Newscast 02-03-2014

News, Podcasts

February 3rd, 2014 by admin

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VIOLET DINKLA, 76, of Glenwood (& formerly of Massena) – Svcs. 2/6/14

Obituaries

February 3rd, 2014 by Ric Hanson

VIOLET DINKLA, 76, of Glenwood (& formerly of Massena), died Mon., Feb. 3rd, at Hospice with Heart, in Glenwood. Funeral services for VIOLET DINKLA will be held 2-p.m. Thu., Feb. 6th, at the 1st Lutheran Church south of Wiota. Steen Funeral Home in Massena has the arrangements.

Visitation will be held on Thursday one hour prior to services at the church. Online condolences may be left at www.steenfunerals.com.

Memorials may be directed to the Hospice with Heart in Glenwood.

Burial will be in the First Lutheran Cemetery. A luncheon will be held following services at the cemetery.

VIOLET DINKLA is survived by:

Her brother – Glen Dinkla and wife Dorsey of Massena.

Several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Heartbeat Today 02-03-2014

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

February 3rd, 2014 by admin

Jim Field speaks with Patrick and Jackie Karns about the Griswold Tigers Special Olympics.

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