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Iowans pay 6.4 percent more in income taxes to state in July

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August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Iowans paid over a quarter of a billion dollars in personal income taxes to the State of Iowa last month. There are a record number of Iowans in the workforce now and that amount of personal income taxes paid to the state last month was nearly six-and-a-half percent more than Iowans paid in July of last year. Many Iowans have their income taxes withheld from their paychecks.

There was a four percent increase in withholding payments in July, along with a big surge of nearly 21 percent in estimated income tax payments to the state. Estimated payments come from farmers, retirees and self-employed Iowans who do not have a regular paycheck and must estimate their annual income and the income taxes they’ll owe the state. Revenue

The monthly report from the Legislative Services Agency also shows corporate income tax payments to the state were down this July compared to July of 2014. Sales tax collections were up about two percent. A panel of experts has predicted corporate income taxes will not be as robust this year, but the panel IS predicting a five percent increase in sales tax collections for the entire 12-month fiscal year.

(Radio Iowa)

Atlantic City Hall opens upper floor to the public Saturday

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August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Officials in Atlantic say a portion of the building that houses City Hall will be open to the public for the first time since the 1970’s. City Administrator John Lund says the “Atlantic City Hall will host an open house during AtlanticFest on Saturday, August 8, 2015 from 10:00 – 1:00 so the public may visit the large multi-purpose room on the second floor.”

The Atlantic City Council is considering renovating the multi-purpose room, and Lund says the public is invited to take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit it and provide input about a possible remodel project.City Hall Multi-Purpose Room 2015

The building that houses the Atlantic City Hall, City offices and Police Dept.

The building that houses the Atlantic City Hall, City offices and Police Dept.

The second floor is not accessible by elevator, which is one reason it has been closed to the public. City Hall is located at 23 E 4th Street, at the Intersection of 4th and Walnut Streets.

The 17th Annual AtlanticFest Car Show

News

August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce has announced Atlantic Motor Supply (NAPA) is the new premier partner of the AtlanticFest Car Show, which will be held rain or shine on Saturday August 8th.atlanticfestlogo

The cars will enter at 3rd and Poplar Street, registration will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Judging will begin afterwards, with the trophy presentations at 4pm. There are 26 different show classes available, including specialty classes, such as Teen, Rat Rod, and Tri-Five. Day-of registration for $15 will be accepted from 8 a.m. to noon.

AtlanticFest is brought to you by presenting sponsor First Whitney Bank & Trust and will be held Saturday August 8th, with activities for everyone. For more information about the AtlanticFest Car Show, or additional AtlanticFest information visit www.atlanticiowa.com or call the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce at (712)243-3017.

Iowa dad charged after baby girl rescued from hot car

News

August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

PELLA, Iowa (AP) – A 33-year-old man has been accused of leaving his infant daughter inside a hot car in a central Iowa parking lot. Court records say Trent Steinhart, of Sigourney, is charged with neglect or abandonment of a dependent person.  He was arrested Saturday in Pella, where police say a passer-by spotted the baby alone in the locked car. Police say the heat index at the time was 92 degrees and that she’d been in the car for at least 15 minutes. Officers used a special tool to unlock a car door and rescue her. Police say Steinhart told officers he’d been inside a store shopping and forgot his daughter was in the car.

(Podcast) KJAN 8-a.m. News, 8/4/2015

News, Podcasts

August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

More area and State news from KJAN News Director Ric Hanson.

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Rhubarb Crunch (8-4-2015)

Mom's Tips

August 4th, 2015 by Jim Field

  • 4 cups diced rhubarb
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup oatmeal
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup margarine

Arrange rhubarb in a greased 9-inch square pan.  Sprinkle with flour and sugar mixture.  Mix together brown sugar, flour, oatmeal and margarine, leaving it in crumbs.  Sprinkle this mixture over rhubarb.  Bake 40 minutes in 325 degree oven.

(In memory of Lorene Stumme, Donna Melson)

(Podcast) KJAN Morning Sports report, 8/4/2015

Podcasts, Sports

August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

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

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(Podcast) KJAN Morning News & funeral report, 8/4/2015

News, Podcasts

August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

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

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(Podcast) Skyscan Weather forecast, 8/4/2015

Podcasts, Weather

August 4th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Freese-Notis (podcast) weather forecast for Atlantic & the KJAN listening area, and weather information for Atlantic.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 4th

Trading Post

August 4th, 2015 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 2 Tickets to the Kansas City Royals vs Los Angeles Angels on August 15th. Section 101 Row B. These are excellent outfield seats right beside the water fountain 2 rows from the field. Asking $220 for the pair. This is a Retro Night Promotional night with live music before the game and if you are one of the first 10,000 fans through the gate you will get a Retro Replica Powder Blue Jersey. There will also be a Hall of Fame induction for Mike Sweeney. 712-249-9633.

FOR SALE:  We have for sale a brand new large backpack, large enough forbooks and ipad.  Good for a college or high school student. It is black. $15.00 ph.712-254-6842.

FOR SALE: 2000 Toyota Celica GTS, Silver, 6 speed original 68300 miles, leather seats ..no rips in seats Also 1 owner, asking $6000 OBO.  Call 712-304-5607.

FOR SALE:  New Duvet Cover set.Full/Queen size, they were original price was 129.99.. I paid 29.99….asking $15.  Call 712-304-5607.

FOR SALE: Gas grill, only used twice, includes 2 tanks $50; FREE: 2 plastic lawn chairs. 343-2883 in Avoca, ask for John.