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(update: no injuries) Car-vs-semi accident on I-80 in Cass County

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October 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

No injuries were reported following a two-vehicle accident on Interstate 80 in Cass County this (Tuesday) morning. According to dispatch reports, a car and a semi collided at around 11:23-a.m. on I-80 eastbound, about three-miles west of the exit to Highway 148 (the 67-mile marker). Additional details are currently not available.

Atlantic P-D reports theft arrest

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October 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

An Atlantic man was arrested Monday on a warrant charging him with 2nd degree theft. The Atlantic P-D says 33-year old Ryan Richards was booked in to the Cass County Jail. Officials say the charge stems from the discovery of several shopping carts and other items, allegedly stolen from the Atlantic Wal-Mart, which were found in a storage locker that had belonged to Richards.

Atlantic Chamber seeks “Angels of Christmas” nominations

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October 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

It’s that time of year when the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce puts out a call for their “Angels of Christmas” nominations.

For the past several years the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce and Stifel Nicolaus have sponsored the Angels of Christmas award, a surprise honor bestowed upon two community members who symbolize the true meaning of the holidays. The “angels” are nominated via written letters of recommendation to the Chamber. The presentation happens in front of a large audience at the end of the annual free holiday concert at the First United Methodist Church on the second Saturday in December.

Nominations are due November 2nd. They should detail the individual or couples’ contributions and qualities and be received at the Chamber during the first week of November. The mailing address is 102 Chestnut Street, Atlantic, IA 50022 or chamber@atlanticiowa.com.

A free holiday concert, sponsored by Aunt B’s, Bonnesen’s, J&R Tax Service, and Unique Salon & Spa and coordinated by Guy Somers, is scheduled to take place December 8th, beginning at 7 p.m.

SW IA woman arrested on drug charges

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October 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office says a Sidney woman was arrested Saturday on drug charges. 21-year old Hope Marie Kalkas was officially charged on Monday, with Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Pills, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and for being a passenger in possession of an open container.

The Sheriff’s Office said also, 37-year old Amy Pearl Hunter, of Glenwood, was arrested Saturday on a charge of Theft in the 5th degree, and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. The offenses allegedly occurred on September 26th.

Also on Saturday, 62-year old Danny Richard Miller, of Sidney, was arrested for OWI/1st offense, open container, and driving on the wrong side of a highway, and, 38-year old Kevin Dewitte Booher, of Council Bluffs, was arrested for a violation of his probation.

Backyard and Beyond 10-23-2012

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

October 23rd, 2012 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks about where donated clothes go.

 

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Cass Supervisors to receive funding request from Library Assoc.

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October 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Board of Supervisors, Wednesday, will receive the County Library Association’s Annual report and annual funding request. Last December, the association requested that the current county funding ($60,600) be maintained for FY2013. The Board approved the request during their meeting in March. No action is expected on the request at this time.

The Board will also hear a report from the County Veterans Affairs Commission, and, may possibly act on appointing a member to the Airport Zoning Board of Adjustment for a 5-year term. Their meeting begins in the Supervisors Board Room at the Courthouse in Atlantic, beginning at 9-a.m.

Across Oceans Across Time 10-23-2012

Across Oceans Across Time, Podcasts

October 23rd, 2012 by admin

Collections Assistant Intern Amel Rahba talks about the Stokes collection she will be working on.

 

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8AM Sportscast 10-23-2012

Podcasts, Sports

October 23rd, 2012 by admin

w/ Jim Field

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N Iowa player arrested after fistfight near campus

Sports

October 23rd, 2012 by Ric Hanson

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (AP) – A University of Northern Iowa football player has been arrested after a fistfight near the campus in Cedar Falls. Terrell Sinkfield Jr., a starting wide receiver, was arrested early Sunday morning. Police say several people were involved in the fight at an apartment parking lot around 2 a.m.

Police say the 21-year-old Sinkfield faces charges of disorderly conduct and interfering with police officers.   UNI head football coach Mark Farley says he and his staff are looking into the situation.

8AM Newscast 10-23-2012

News, Podcasts

October 23rd, 2012 by admin

w/ Ric Hanson

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