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Some storm damage pictures from Atlantic Monday morning

News, Weather

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Winds gusting anywhere from 50-to 75 mph thundered through western and west central Iowa this morning, including here in Cass County. Numerous tree limbs, small and large were snapped and littered the downtown corridor in Atlantic, as well as many side streets and intersections. Cass County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Kennon said the story was pretty much the same in Marne. As of 10:45-a.m., there was no report of injuries or significant property damage in the County.

A tree limb fell on a house near Adel at around 10:30-a.m.  A large tree limb fell on a car in Denison. A semi jackknifed in the Crawford County community of Kiron. Significant tree damage was reported in Guthrie Center, Carroll, Templeton and many other locations as well.  Some sites reported pea size hail. Power outages were common, as crews struggled to reconnect downed lines in the area. (Ric Hanson/photos)

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Storm Damage reports, 8/10/20

News, Weather

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

10:00-a.m. Tree limb fell on a power line behind Walnut Hill Terrace Apts. in Atlantic, tree on fire; 10:02-a.m. – Power line down by Brown Auto Body in Atlantic. (Public report/Comm. Ctr.)

10:10-a.m. Large tree branch in the road between 4th and 5th Street in Atlantic, on Locust. (Public report)

9:36-a.m. Thunderstorm wind damage – Carroll County – large tree limb (6″ wide, 20-feet long) down. Several smaller limbs down as well. (Spotter report)

9:35-a.m. 64 mph wind gust at the Harlan Airport (AWOS)

9:33-a.m. 60 mph wind gust 3 miles east of Harlan (MESONET)

 

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Fatal motorcycle accident in Dsm, Sunday night

News

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Police in Des Moines say a motorcyclist has died from injuries he received when he was hit by a car that officials say had been stolen. Police say the crash happened around 8:30 p.m. Sunday along MLK Jr. Parkway. Officers sent to the area discovered a car had hit a motorcycle and fled the scene before crashing a second time into a building a short distance later. Police say the 52-year-old driver of the car tried to run from the crash, but was quickly arrested by police and taken to a hospital for treatment of minor injuries. The motorcyclist, 51-year-old Bounleua Lovan of Des Moines, was taken to a hospital, where he later died.

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 2-p.m. for Cass & area Counties

Weather

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson 

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH OUTLINE UPDATE FOR WS 425
NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN OK
855 AM CDT MON AUG 10 2020

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 425 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 200 PM CDT
FOR THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS
.    IOWA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ADAIR                AUDUBON             BLACK HAWK
BOONE                BREMER              BUTLER
CALHOUN              CARROLL             CASS
CLARKE               CRAWFORD            DALLAS
FRANKLIN             GREENE              GRUNDY
GUTHRIE              HAMILTON            HARDIN
HUMBOLDT             JASPER              LUCAS
MADISON              MAHASKA             MARION
MARSHALL             MONROE              POCAHONTAS
POLK                 POWESHIEK           SAC
STORY                TAMA                WAPELLO
WARREN               WEBSTER             WRIGHT

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Week of August 10, 2020

Trading Post

August 10th, 2020 by admin

FOR SALE: Brand new lift kit for a 2000’s Chevy pickup. If you are interested they will look up exact year models it will match. $40. Call 402-506-0787 in Lewis.

FOR SALE:  Several wedding items:  Votive candle glasses for $1 a piece (36 bumpy and 18 smooth).  Container of rose petals for $5.  Two bucket of decorative stones for $15/bucket.  “Thank You” streamer for $5.  Well wishes box with papers for $20.  Decorative letter (C & M) for $5 each.  Yummi unscented 2” floating candles-$5 a box.  Ring Bearer Pillow-$10.  2 Buckets for $12 each.  36 mirrors for $35.  35 Table runners for $35.  Cards and gifts sign for $10.  Call 712-304-1179.

FOR SALE: 2 pressure washers. They are Craftsman brand, engines run well but they both need new pumps. One of them is on a cart with extras. $50 for both. 712-249-0233.

FOR SALE:  Heavy duty 1/2″ air impact wrench, works fine, $50.  Heavy duty load binder, screw type with ratchets and hooks, works fine, $45.  Call 712-304-4998 in Hamlin.

FOR SALE:  Coleman camp stove with tank, $25.  Little Red Camp Fire, $20.  Bass Pro Shop Fish Fry kit, $30.  All prices negotiable.  Call 712-250-0066.

FREE TO A GOOD HOME:  Looking for a home for 3 tortoise shell older kittens. One has lost an eye. Very well socialized and get along well with other animals. Call 712-254-2350.

FOR SALE:  I have a 19″×2″ maple tree end table/plant stand for sale. $75.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

FOR SALE: Brand new ball-bearing DeWalt circular saw. Comes with blade and case. Never used. $60. 712-243-2860. SOLD!

WANTED:  a power washer for a shop.  Call 712-420-3016.

FOR SALE: Gauge & hose for acetylene tank. $80. FREE: firewood. 712-323-4890.

FOR SALE: Dresser – $100; media storage – 2 for $140; dresser $50; Antique hall tree $700 obo. 712-249-6891.

FOR SALE: Brown queen sized sofa sleeper, 3 years old, barely used. $300. 712-243-4047.

FOR SALE:  We are selling a 68 piece train set that was set up, ran on the track maybe a couple of times and then boxed up.  Has a diesel engine with operating headlight and 4 cars.  Includes the oval track.  Selling for $100.00.  Call 712-249-5206.  Also selling some extra straight track. 16 pieces, for $40.00.  SOLD!

FOR SALE:  I have an oak, walnut, and cedar end table/plant stand. Ur choice $75. Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

WANTED: Stand up air compressor for a shop. 712-420-3016.

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Family of 4th dead worker sues Tyson over Waterloo outbreak

Ag/Outdoor, News

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) — The family of a fourth worker who died of coronavirus during an outbreak at Tyson Foods’ largest pork processing plant is suing the company over his death.The lawsuit says Isidro Fernandez of Waterloo, Iowa died April 26 from complications of COVID-19, leaving behind a wife and children. The case was filed last week and is similar to one brought in June by the same lawyers on behalf of the estates of three other deceased Waterloo workers.

The lawsuits allege Tyson put employees at risk by downplaying concerns and covering up the outbreak in order to keep them on the job. Tyson says the deaths are tragic but that it vigorously disputes claims fo wrongdoing.

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MABEL ELIZABETH STAHL, 102, of Walnut (Graveside Svc. 8/12/20)

Obituaries

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

MABEL ELIZABETH STAHL, 102, of Walnut, died Nov. 6, 2019, at the Heritage House, in Atlantic. A graveside service for MABEL STAHL will be held 10:30-a.m. Wed., Aug. 12th, at the Layton Township Cemetery in Walnut. Hockenberry Family Care in Atlantic has the arrangements.

Condolences may be left at www.hockenberryfamilycare.com.

MABEL ELIZABETH STAHL is survived by:

Her daughters – Reba (Gary) Nicholson, of Atlantic, & Mary (James) Bauer, of Billings, MT.

5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.

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(Podcast) KJAN 8-a.m. News, 8/10/20

News, Podcasts

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

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

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Most of Iowa under a severe storm threat today

News, Weather

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

The Severe Storms Prediction Center in Norman, OK., has placed most of Iowa under risk for severe storms today. Atlantic, Carroll, Creston and Council Bluffs, have a slight risk of severe weather. Eastern Iowa (Dubuque, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Davenport and Burlington) are under a moderate risk. The greatest threat appears to be strong winds and hail for our area, and a slight risk for tornadoes in eastern Iowa.  Stay tuned to KJAN for any severe weather developments. There are currently NO watches or warnings in effect for the immediate listening area, but a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 11-a.m. today for northwest Iowa, including Monona County.

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Stuart firefighters battle garage fire

News

August 10th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Firefighters from Stuart responded at approximately 10:30-a.m. Saturday, to a structure fire just south of town. In a social media post, fire officials said “Upon arrival we found a fully involved garage fire that had spread to the attic. A quick knock down on the garage was completed and the roof ventilated. Crews from Menlo and Dexter fire assisted in bringing the attic fire under control. Stuart Rescue was on scene and provided firefighter rehab and aid to any patients.”

Photos courtesy the Stuart Fire Dept. Facebook page

Officials said also, they “Very much appreciate their help and the assistance of law enforcement for traffic control. All crews returned safely.”

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