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Creston Casey’s robbery pics

News

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

As a follow-up to our story about Wednesday morning’s robbery at a Casey’s Convenience store in Creston (200 S. Elm St.), here are surveillance still images of the suspect. The incident took place at around 6:30-a.m. If you have any information about the suspect, call the Creston Police Department at 641-782-8402.

Photos from the Creston P-D's Facebook page as captured by surveillance cameras in the store.

Photos from the Creston P-D’s Facebook page as captured by surveillance cameras in the store.

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Audubon Mayor and City Council candidate forum set for Oct. 26th

News

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Officials with Audubon County Economic Development say a candidate forum will be held Monday evening in Audubon, for those candidates running for Mayor and City Council in Audubon. Current Mayor Sam Kauffman is not running for re-election.

On the ballot for Mayor during the November 3rd City Elections is Barb Jacobsen, and Write-in candidate Brandon Toft. City Council candidates include Brad Hemmingsen, Andy Griffith, Bob Jacobsen and John  Whetzal.

The candidate forum, sponsored by Audubon County Tourism, will be held 7-p.m. Monday, Oct. 26th, at the Audubon Memorial Building, on the square, in Audubon. Persons needing a ride to the event should call 712-563-3269.

Backyard and Beyond 10-22-2015

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

October 22nd, 2015 by admin

Lavon speaks with Jackie Wickey with Atlantic Business and Professional Women about their craft show this Saturday.

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KENNETH HOWARD BRINTON, 100, of rural Dexter (Svcs. 10-26-2015)

Obituaries

October 22nd, 2015 by admin

KENNETH HOWARD BRINTON, 100, of rural Dexter died Sunday, October 11th.  Funeral services for KENNETH HOWARD BRINTON will be held Monday, October 26th at 11:00am at the Zion Lutheran Church in Dexter.  Johnson Family Funeral Home-Dexter Chapel has the arrangements.

Visitation will be held Sunday, October 25th from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Johnson Family Funeral Home-Dexter Chapel.

Burial will be in the South Oak Grove Cemetery in Stuart.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church and/or Dexter Fire Department.  Online condolences may be left at www.johnsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

CAROLYN “CAROL” ROSE GLYNN, 83, of Atlantic (Svcs. 10-27-2015)

Obituaries

October 22nd, 2015 by admin

CAROLYN “CAROL” ROSE GLYNN, 83, of Atlantic died Thursday, October 22nd at Atlantic Nursing and Rehab.  Mass of Christian Burial for CAROL GLYNN will be held Tuesday, October 27th at 10:30am in the Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Atlantic.  Hockenberry Family Care Funeral Home in Atlantic has the arrangements.

No visitation is planned.

Burial will be at a later date.

CAROLYN “CAROL” ROSE GLYNN is survived by:

Husband: Donald Glynn of Atlantic.

Son: Randy (Valerie) Glynn of Lousiville, NE.

Daughter: Pam (Lowell) Leefers of Omaha, NE.

Sister: Peggy (Joseph) Walsh of Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

4 Grandchildren

6 Great-Grandchildren

BETTY SINOW, 89, of Manning (Svcs. 10/24/15)

Obituaries

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

BETTY SINOW, 89, of Manning, died Wed., Oct. 21st, at the Manning Plaza. Funeral services for BETTY SINOW will be held 11-a.m. Sat., Oct. 24th, at the Ohde Funeral Home, in Manning.

Friends may call at the funeral home one-hour prior to the service, on Saturday (or, 10-a.m.).

Burial will be in the Manning Cemetery.

BETTY SINOW is survived by:

Her children – Terry Henkelman, of Olathe, KS; Cindy Wagener, of Storm Lake, & Tim Henkelman, of Aspinwall.

Her sister – Donna Belle Christensen, of Bull Shoals, AR.

6 grandchildren & 3 great-grandchildren.

Reminder: Flu Clinics are being offered in Cass County

News

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

A reminder today from officials with UnityPoint at Home and Cass County Public Health: Community flu clinics are being offered in Cass County, now, through Oct. 29th. Clinics were held in Anita and Atlantic earlier this week. The next opportunities for you to get yourself protected against the four strains expected to affect the nation this year, are on Monday, Oct. 26th, from 11-a.m. until 2-p.m. at the 1st United Methodist Church, in Atlantic, and on Wednesday, Oct. 28th, from 9-until 11-am at the Massena Medical Center, and from 12:30-until 2:30-p.m. Wednesday, at the Griswold Medical Center.

The last chance to get immunized is at Unity Point at Home in Atlantic, next Thursday (Oct. 29th), from 3-until 5-p.m.  The 2015-2016 influenza vaccine is quadravalent, meaning it covers four types of strains; H1N1, H2N3, and two types of Influenza B. Groups at a higher risk for flu complications include the elderly and people with health conditions like asthma, diabetes, and heart disease. Those in the high risk group are encouraged to get vaccinated early.

Flu shots will be billed for those presenting Medicare Part B and Medicaid documentation. No other insurance companies will be billed. The cost is $30 for the Fluzone shot or $40 for the FluMist vaccine, which is a nasal spray. Officials note that there is a limited supply of the high-dose flu vaccination, which is $35. Payment is accepted in cash or check. All children present with a parent or guardian may receive the vaccination. No physician’s order is required. For more information, call UnityPoint at Home at 712-243-7551.

Emerald Ash Borer Informational Meeting November 5th

Ag/Outdoor, News

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

ISU Extension officials in Montgomery County say an informational meeting on emerald ash borer (EAB) will be held for the public on Thursday, November 5th beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds Gold Building, 1809 4th Street in Red Oak.ISU Extension

Emerald ash borer is a small, metallic green beetle about ½ inch long that is destructive and invasive. It was discovered in rural Montgomery County in August of this year. The meeting will focus on the history of EAB in Iowa, how the insect works, and treatment options for owners of ash trees.

Presenters include Mike Kintner of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Lindsey Barney of the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, and Mark Shour, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Entomologist.

The meeting is free and hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Montgomery County. Call 623-2592 or email Stephanie Langner at slangner@iastate.edu with questions. Find them on the web at www.extension.iastate.edu/montgomery, or on Facebook at Montgomery County-IA Extension.

3 adults and one child injured in accident south of Atlantic

News

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Four people, three adults and a child, were injured Wednesday night south of Atlantic, during a collision between a semi hauling grain, and a minivan. Cass County Sheriff’s Deputy Corey Larsen says the accident happened on Highway 71 near the intersection with Memphis Road, at around 6:14-p.m.Accident graphic

Larsen says both vehicles were traveling north on Highway 71 when the van attempted to turn at Memphis Road. As the semi was trying to pass the van, the vehicles made contact. Afterward, the minivan spun out and ended up in the west ditch. The semi came to rest on the right shoulder of Hwy 71.

The driver of the semi, 79-year old Don Pelzer, of Marne, was not injured in the collision. The driver of the van, 62-year old Jane Becker, and her passengers, 39-year old John Becker and 40-year old Michael Plagman, suffered minor injuries in the crash. A two-year old male, backseat passenger, suffered from a broken leg, and was transported to the Cass County Memorial Hospital by Medivac Ambulance, before being transferred to a hospital in Des Moines. All of the crash victims are from Atlantic.

No charges were filed pending completion of an investigation. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office was assisted at the scene by Atlantic Fire and Rescue, Medivac Ambulance, and the Iowa State Patrol.

Shelby County Fire Danger downgraded to “High”

Ag/Outdoor, News, Weather

October 22nd, 2015 by Ric Hanson

With recent rain and the forecast for showers or light rain in the immediate forecast, the Shelby County Emergency Management Agency is asking local fire departments and businesses in the county who possess “Fire Danger” signs, to place those signs in the “High” category, through the weekend. That’s downgraded from Monday’s “Extreme” rating. Officials say another factor in the decision to lower the danger index, is the number of fields left to harvest, has dwindled.High Fire Danger

The next update on fire danger conditions will be posted Monday morning.