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More Adair County Wind Farm Discussion expected, Wed. morning

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

When the Adair County Board of Supervisors hold their regular weekly meeting Wednesday morning, in Greenfield, you can expect they’ll hear more additional discussion and opposition to Mid-American Energy’s construction of 275 wind turbines. Tanya Lamb is expected to speak with the Supervisors at around 9:30-a.m., about concerns she and others in the rural area have, about light and noise, reduced property values and the death of birds. In other business, the Supervisors will hear from the County Engineer, with regard to a Step 4 Union raise for an employee, and from Paul Ehm, about the Pro’s and Con’s of County Zoning vs. County Ordinances, as it relates to the wind farms.

The Adair County Board of Supervisor’s meeting begins at 9-a.m. in the Courtroom at the Adair County Courthouse.

Adair County man arrested in Creston

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The Creston Police Department reports an Adair County man was arrested late Monday morning. 28-year old Spencer Leitzel, of Greenfield, was arrested at Adams/Division on a charge of Driving While Barred. Leitzel was later released from the Union County Jail on a $2,000 bond.

Glenwood man arrested on controlled substance warrant

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The Mills County Sheriff’s Office reports today (Tuesday), 45-year old William Joseph Weis, of Glenwood, was arrested Monday afternoon. Weis was taken into custody at the Mills County Sheriff’s Office, on a warrant for Controlled Substance Violation. His bond was set at $100,000.

(Podcast) KJAN 8-a.m. News, 8/7/18

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

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

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Alfredo Sauce (8-7-2018)

Mom's Tips

August 7th, 2018 by Jim Field

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 garlic clove (crushed)
  • 1 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.  Add cream and simmer 5 minutes, then add garlic and cheese and whisk quickly, heating through.  Stir in parsley and serve.

Sioux City Council approves $7.5M crash settlement

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

SIOUX CITY, Iowa (AP) — The city council has approved a $7.5 million settlement connected to a November 2016 crash involving a Sioux City municipal bus. The Sioux City Journal reports that the council voted Monday for the settlement with Chad and Rosanne Plante, of rural Hinton. The city’s legal department had recommended approval following mediation talks with the couple.

Chad Plante suffered two broken legs and a brain injury. Authorities say a turning Sioux City Transit bus failed to yield at an intersection and struck Plante’s sport utility vehicle. The bus driver was cited for failure to obey a traffic control device. Plante spent several weeks in a coma and then had months of rehabilitation. He and his wife didn’t file any litigation.

(Podcast) KJAN Morning Sports report, 8/7/18

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The 7:20-a.m. Sportscast with Jim Field.

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Crawford County man to receive award for saving woman from a smoke-filled home

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Thursday, will recognize seven (7) individuals — including a Crawford County man — during the opening day of the Iowa State Fair, for their unselfish service to their fellow citizens. The Governor’s Lifesaving Awards Ceremony recognizes citizens who helped a friend or neighbor in critical need of assistance, and in turn, became everyday heroes. The awards take place 10:30-a.m. Thursday, at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater on the State Fairgrounds. In attendance will be Gov. Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg, and DPS Commissioner Roxann Ryan.

There are four categories in which honorees are recognized: lifesaving with valor, lifesaving, meritorious service, and outstanding service. A Meritorius Service Award will be presented to Chad Reynolds, of Vail, for rescuing a disabled woman from her smoke-filled home. On February 3rd, 2018, at approximately 11:30 AM, Dorothy Huff was at her home in Vail. The 74-years  woman is wheel-chair bound, and suffers from dementia and other health issues. Her daughter and granddaughter, who normally reside with her, were not home that morning. Mrs. Huff noticed the room getting darker from thick, black smoke. The fire was in the living room, which is connected to the porch. Dorothy made her way out of the living room and fell out of her wheel chair onto the floor by the front porch. She could not get up or reach the handle on the door. Chad Reynolds, who lived across the street, saw the black smoke coming from the home. He ran over to the residence and entered the residence; immediately locating Mrs. Huff. He carried her to his residence. The Award recognizes Reynolds for unselfish service that ensured Mrs. Huff avoided serious injury.

(Podcast) KJAN Morning News & Funeral report, 8/7/18

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The area’s latest and/or top news stories at 7:06-a.m. From KJAN News Director Ric Hanson

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Bank robbery in SE IA, Monday afternoon

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August 7th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

Authorities are investigating a bank robbery that took place Monday afternoon in southeast Iowa. The Keokuk County Sheriff’s Office reports a 911 call was received at around 2:40-p.m., Monday, with regard to a bank robbery at the Hedrick Bank, South Ottumwa Savings Bank, located in Hedrick. Law enforcement personnel from multiple agencies responded to the scene. Additional information was not immediately released.