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DNR checking diesel fuel cleanup in Tarkio River

Ag/Outdoor, News

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

ELLIOTT— Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources report that on Sunday night, a broken axle caused a truck driver to lose control and enter the Tarkio River about 3 miles east of Elliott, in Montgomery County. Diesel fuel leaked into the river from about 7 to 10:45 p.m. when the semi was pulled from the river. Decker Trucking of Fort Dodge estimates there were 160 gallons of diesel in the fuel tanks. It’s unknown how much fuel was lost, but it could be 80 gallons plus other engine fluids.

The Elliott Fire Department responded to the accident Sunday evening. They placed absorbent booms at multiple places in the river to collect the fuel. After drywall is removed from the ditch, DNR will evaluate the soil to determine if it must be excavated. DNR will monitor the cleanup and consider appropriate enforcement action.

Farmland Leasing Meeting in Atlantic on August 12th

Ag/Outdoor

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Atlantic– The Cass County office of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will host their annual Farmland Leasing Arrangements meeting on Thursday, August 12th, beginning at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be at the Cass County Community Center at 805 W. 10th St. in Atlantic, and will last approximately 2 ½ hours. Tim Christensen, farm and agriculture business management specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach, will be the host and presenter of the meeting. The annual meeting is offered to address questions that land owners, tenants or other interested individuals have about leasing farmland, and is open to anyone interested in learning more about these topics.

As Iowa agriculture looks ahead to 2022, farmland leasing meetings provide a base for decisions in rental arrangements for both tenants and landowners. Discussion at this year’s program will focus on land values and cash rent trends, cost of production, methods for determining a fair 2022 cash rental rate, the latest legal updates that impact farm leases and land ownership (such as carbon credit contracts), and the importance of good tenant/landlord communications. Emphasis will be placed on recent returns to Iowa cash rented land and the 2021 Iowa Cash Rental Rate Survey.

Pre-registration is requested at least two days before the meeting and a registration fee of $20/person, or $30 per couple if sharing a leasing resource book, is payable at the door. All registered participants will receive a 100-page leasing resource book and meeting handouts designed to assist landowners, tenants and other agri-business professionals with issues related to farmland ownership, management, and leasing arrangements.

Contact the Cass County Extension office at (712) 243-1132 with questions or to pre-register by Tuesday, August 10th. Additional meetings in the area include Oakland (East Pott.) on July 28, Greenfield (Adair) on August 3, Villisca (Montgomery/Page) on August 4, Elk Horn (Audubon/Shelby) on August 17 and Guthrie Center (Guthrie) on August 18. Contact the county Extension office listed behind each meeting for details and registration information.

For a complete list of all meetings statewide, visit the ISU Ag Decision Maker website at www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/info/meetings.html or check the ISU Extension calendar for a meeting near you. The Ag Decision Maker leasing section also provides useful materials for negotiating leases, information on various types of leases, lease forms and newly updated Decision Tools.

Shenandoah man arrested Friday on a warrant

News

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Page County Sheriff’s Deputies, Friday, arrested a man on a warrant for Unauthorized use of a credit card. Authorities say 54-year-old Thayne Alvin Kinnison, of Shenandoah, was taken into custody at his residence, and transported to the Page County Jail. His bond was set at $2,000, pending further court proceedings.

Farm-to-Table Fundraiser & open house held for SHIFT ATL

News

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic) – An annual fundraising event for SHIFT ATL was held Saturday evening, in Atlantic. Jessie Shiels, President of the non-profit organization, said 372 people were served a meal of steak or pork plus assorted side dishes. She says tickets for the event were sold-out a couple of months in advance. They were for $50 per ticket or $350 for a table of eight. Those who came had the option of sticking around for the “Dueling Pianos.”

She said the event seemed to go off without a hitch, and their were no complaints.

Jessie says an open house was also held for the house they had rehabbed at 608 Hazel Street, in Atlantic. That took place Sunday.

You can see pictures of the house and property on the SHIFT ATL Facebook page. So what’s next for SHIFT ATL?

The organization was founded in the late Spring of 2019. Their mission is to revitalize Atlantic through projects, services, and programs to enhance the community with development and growth.

(UPDATE) Atlantic man injured in weekend motorcycle accident

News

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(In an update to our weekend news) – An Atlantic man suffered serious injuries during a motorcycle accident Saturday evening, near Lewis. Cass County Chief Deputy Sheriff Jon Westering says the accident happened at around 5:21-p.m. on the Lewis Road, between 580th Street and Quincy Road, south of Lewis. A preliminary investigation determined the westbound 2011 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by 39-year old Andrew Jensen, of Atlantic,  for reasons unknown, failed to negotiate the curve, left the road, entered the ditch.

Jensen was ejected from the machine and transported by Lewis Rescue to a nearby established landing zone, before being transported by LifeFlight to Des Moines Methodist Hospital. Griswold and Lewis Rescue, Cass EMS, LifeFlight and the Cass County Sheriff’s Office assisted at the scene.

Pott. County Sheriff’s report, 7/19/21

News

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Office reports numerous recent arrests. Today (Monday), at around 12:30-a.m., a deputy was sent to a truck stop in Avoca, to check on the location of an stolen vehicle. The owner reported his GPS was showing the vehicle was sitting stationary at the Eagles Landing Truck Stop. Upon further investigation, it was determined the vehicle was not stolen, and it was turned back over to its owner. Authorities said however, 39-year-old Stefanie Ann Bolton, of Denver, CO., was arrested on two counts for Violation of a No Contact Order/Contempt of Court.

Sunday evening, a Pottawattamie County man was served with a warrant for Domestic Abuse Assault/Strangulation. 18-year-old Austin James Barlow, of Council Bluffs, was arrested on the charge and transported to the Pott. County Jail. Authorities say 22-year-old Nicole Larae Kinney, of Council Bluffs, was arrested Sunday evening following the pursuit of a reported stolen vehicle. She was charged with Eluding (exceeding the speed limit by 25 mph or more), and Theft in the 2nd Degree (Motor vehicle valued at under $10,000). Kinney was being held in the Pott. County Jail on a total of $7,000 bond.

Sunday afternoon, 27-year-old Tara Lea Nelson was arrested following a traffic stop in Council Bluffs. She was charged with Driving While Suspended or Revoked, and cited for Failure to Obey a Traffic Control Device.  Sunday morning, 39-year-old Damien Joseph Keairns was arrested following a traffic stop at 510th and Highway 92, near Griswold. He was taken into custody on a valid warrant for Theft in the 5th Degree.

Saturday evening, 36-year-old Samantha Ann Cox and 32-year-old Travis Todd Nelson were arrested at the City Park in Oakland, following an alleged assault that occurred during a float trip that evening. Cox was charged with Assault with the intention to cause pain/injury. Nelson was charged with Assault w/intent to inflict serious injury, but w/no serious injury. And. Friday afternoon, 45-year-old Shay Christian Hannan, of Omaha, was served at the Pottawattamie County Jail, with a Douglas County, Nebraska, warrant for being a Fugitive from Justice.

WEEK OF JULY 19, 2021

Trading Post

July 19th, 2021 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 20″ Poulan mower, 4 hp Briggs & Stratton, adjustable wheels $125; load binder (quick binder) $75. Located in Hamlin. 712-304-4998.

WANTED: Good used Yamaha moped, 50cc; FOR SALE: John Deere riding mower, STX38, Kohler motor, 12.5 hp, good clean mower. $575 cash. 712-249-6835.

FOR SALE:  Baby Trend Sit N Stand Double Stroller – Nice and clean – comes from smoke free, pet free home. Absolute excellent condition.  Some are more deluxe built than others. – $90Call 515-943-6471 (Exira).

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE: Friday, July 23rd 4-7:30 pm and Saturday, July 24th 9 am – 1 pm, 1612 Lomas Circle in Atlantic. Kids & adults clothing and furniture, home items and lots of misc.

FOR SALE:  Wicker Loveseat with cushion.   $65 If interested please call 712-249-2823.

FREE:  Gooseberries, picked and frozen.  In Anita.  Call 712-250-1418.

FOR SALE:  Hats and ball caps of all kinds for $1 each.  Shot glasses of all kinds for $1 each.  Bass Pro Fry Kit, asking $25.  Call 712-250-0066

WANTED: Canning jars. 712-420-3016.

FOR SALE:  We replaced the front entrance door of our home.  The door and frame is a 36 X 80 inch, with a glass side lite (can be removed if not wanted or used.  Also included is the storm door – wood in great shape, has screen and storm window.  Rather than trashing it – thought some one could make good use of it.  $25.00 for both.  Call 249-0900.  Leave message if not answered.

FREE:  a full-size couch, light gray, in good shape.  Was left in a rental home.  You pick up and haul.  Call 712-783-4476 and leave a message.

FOR SALE:  Used golf balls, several brands. $12 to $18 per dozen. Call 712/254-2930 if no answer please leave a message.

WANTED:  Looking to buy a 32″ or 47″ flat screen TV w/remote. Could also use some help setting it up and would pay for the assistance.  Call 712-243-2860.

FOR SALE:  Frigidaire AC.  Used 1 summer…..great condition….$175.  712-254-3267.  SOLD!

FOR SALE:  ON HUB..TP LINK Router…works great…just don’t need anymore 6 months….New $75… Sale for $30.  712-254-3267.

FREE:  to a good home….2 orange kitties that are brothers..prefer together names are Thunder and Lightning….they need lots of TLC.  Also their half sister Missy, Gray and White striped…..loves being petted but doesn’t like to be picked up is all…prefer no other kitties in family.  712-254-3267.

FOR SALE: 1953 Ford pickup, all there except motor & transmission, bill of sale, no title. $800. 254-3553.

FOR SALE:  Four 235/80/R16 12 ply trailer tires ( less than 2,000 miles) for $200.  40 steel posts for $1.00 each.  8 U-channel corner braces for $5.00 each.  A 16′ red pipe gate for $50.  A 12′ green pipe gate for $50.  A 12′ heavy black corral gate for $75.  Located in Audubon, call 712-579-6068.

FOR SALE:  Computer desk for sale in Atlantic. Asking $25 you move. Text 712/254-3863SOLD!

Atlantic excited for State Softball meeting with Anamosa

Sports

July 19th, 2021 by admin

A roster that includes seven seniors has led the Atlantic Trojans back to the State Softball Tournament after a two year hiatus. It’s been a focused goal for that senior group after falling short in the Regional Final last season. They will see that goal become reality when they step on the diamond for a 7:30 p.m. contest against Anamosa in the Quarterfinal round tonight. Head Coach Terry Hinzmann said this is a motivated group.

The match-up against the Blue Raiders shapes up on paper to be a pitchers dual. Senior Olivia Engler comes in with a 22-5 record and 1.22 ERA for the Trojans. She’ll face off against a talented sophomore, Emily Watters for Anamosa. Watters has a 21-6 record and holds a 0.86 ERA. Coach Hinzmann said it should be a great battle.

Every team hopes to be playing their best ball at the end of the season and for Atlantic that really seems to be the case. Coach Hinzmann said everyone has seemed to be very focused down the stretch run.

We’ll have coverage of the Trojans (33-5) vs. Anamosa Blue Raiders (32-9) on KJAN tonight with pregame starting at 6:30 p.m.

Vermeer expects to hire 100 more workers after $44 million expansion in Pella

Ag/Outdoor, News

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – Vermeer Corporation is planning a 44 million dollar expansion in Pella. Vermeer makes ag and industrial equipment that’s sold worldwide. The company plans to build a new parts distribution facility in Pella and convert an existing building for product and field training. Once the project’s completed, Pella expects to hire 100 more employees.

The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board has approved state tax breaks for the project.

2021 Montgomery County Beef Show results

Ag/Outdoor

July 19th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Champion Commercial Heifer – Taylor Yates, East Sunrisers

Reserve Champion Commercial Heifer – John Peterson, Red Oak FFA

Grand Champion Overall Breeding Heifer – Briar Fisher, East Sunrisers

Reserve Grand Champion Overall Breeding Heifer – Karsyn Poston, East Sunrisers

Grand Champion Cow/Calf Pair – Delaney Yates, East Sunrisers

Reserve Grand Champion Cow/Calf Pair – Tonna Damewood, Southwest Valley FFA

Grand Champion Feeder Calf – Delaney Yates, East Sunrisers

Reserve Grand Champion Feeder Calf – Tonna Damewood, Southwest Valley FFA

Grand Champion Bucket/Bottle Calf – Kennady Adams, Grant Spitfires

Reserve Grand Champion Bucket/Bottle Calf – Victoria McFarland, Stanton Strivers

Champion Beginner Market Beef – Jackson Fisher, East Sunrisers

Champion Market Heifer – Delaney Yates, East Sunrisers

Champion Home Raised Market Beef – Cloie Bruce, Stennett Panthers

Reserve Champion Home Raised Market Beef – Jackson Fisher, East Sunrisers

Champion Purchased Market Beef – Cloie Bruce, Stennett Panthers

Reserve Champion Purchased Market Beef – Lainey DeVries, Independent 4-H

Grand Champion Overall Market Beef – Cloie Bruce, Stennett Panthers

Reserve Grand Champion Overall Market Beef – Lainey DeVries, Independent 4-H

Grand Champion Rate of Gain – Taylor Yates, East Sunrisers

Champion Beginner Showman – Jackson Fisher, East Sunrisers

Champion Junior/Intermediate Showman – Jolee Fisher, East Sunrisers

Champion Senior and Grand Champion Overall Showman – Lainey DeVries, Independent 4-H