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MONTGOMERY COUNTY OPEN BURN BAN

Ag/Outdoor, News, Weather

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

[Red Oak, Iowa] – Montgomery County Emergency Management Director Brian Hamman today (Sunday), said “An open burn ban will go into effect Monday, February 26, 2024 at 8:00am, for all areas and jurisdictions within Montgomery County. The ban prohibits all open and controlled burning in Montgomery County, including all incorporated city limits within the county.”

Record high temperatures, limited to no moisture and continued drought conditions has created dangerous fire conditions throughout the entire area. Extended forecast outlooks show well above normal temperatures as well as extremely windy conditions causing concern that any outdoor fire will become large and out of control in a very short amount of time.

“Citizens are reminded to not throw out cigarettes from moving vehicles and to discontinue burning yard waste, piled tree debris, grass/agricultural ground and set asides or other items during this ban. Small recreational campfires are permitted only if they are conducted in a fireplace of brick, metal or heavy one-inch wire mesh, however extreme caution should be taken. Any campfire not in an outdoor fireplace is prohibited,” according to Hamman.

Violation of a burn ban can subject a person to criminal charges as well as civil liabilities for any damages, losses or injuries resulting from the fire. The open burn ban is anticipated to remain in effect until the county receives substantial precipitation alleviating the increased fire danger risk.

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No. 4 Iowa women beat Illinois

Sports

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

The fourth ranked Iowa Hawkeye women connected on 17 three pointers and rolled to a 101-85 win over Illinois, Sunday afternoon. The Hawkeyes had 28 assists on 36 made baskets as the Hawkeyes improved to 13-3 in the Big Ten and 24-4 overall.

Iowa coach Lisa Bluder. Caitlin Clark finished with 24 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists but was only five of 14 from three point range. The Hawkeyes went to zone on defense and limited the Illini to 40 percent shooting.

The Hawkeyes will close the regular season next Sunday at home against second ranked Ohio State but first there is a Wednesday visit to Minnesota.

After struggling with illness Molly Davis gave the Hawkeyes a lift with 17 points.

Davis says the key for the Hawkeyes was ball movement.

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JAMES DEAN EDEN, 67, of Atlantic (Svcs. Pending)

Obituaries

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

JAMES DEAN EDEN, 67, of Atlantic, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines. Arrangements for JAMES EDEN are pending with the Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Atlantic.

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CONNIE JENSEN, 85, & DALE JENSEN, 90, both of Anita (Celebration of Life 4/20/24)

Obituaries

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

CONNIE JENSEN, 85, of Anita, died Friday, February 23, 2024 at Cass Health in Atlantic. DALE JENSEN, 90, also of Anita, died Nov. 28, 2023. A Celebration of life open house for both CONNIE and DALE JENSEN will be held April 20, 2024 from 3-until 6-p.m., at the Crestwood Hills Golf Club in Anita.  Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Atlantic has the arrangements.

CONNIE JENSEN is survived by:

Her sons – Ron (Cheryl) Jensen, of Anita, and Jerry Jensen (Mark Reynolds), of Omaha.

Her daughter – Penny Brahms, of Anita.

Her sister – Sherrill Karns.

Her brothers – Tom (Shara) Cooper, and Keith (Deanna) Cooper.

1 grandson, 2 great-granddaughters, and 2 step-grandsons.

Condolences can be sent at: schmidtfamilyfh.com.

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CAROLYN JOHNSON, 81, of Atlantic (Celebration of Life 3/9/24)

Obituaries

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

CAROLYN JOHNSON, 81, of Atlantic, died February 25, 2024, at Heritage House in Atlantic.  A Celebration of Life for CAROLYN JOHNSON will be held Saturday, March 9th at 11-a.m., at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Atlantic. Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic has the arrangements. The service will be recorded and available on the funeral home website by March 11th, will be available for viewing through the end of March.

At the conclusion of the service, Saturday, a special tribute will be given to Carolyn by the B.P.O. Does, Drove #23.

Visitation with the family present will begin at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 9, 2024, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Atlantic.

Burial will be held in the Brighton Township Cemetery, near Marne.

Memorials may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1011 East 13th Street, Atlantic, Iowa 50022.

CAROLYN JOHNSON is survived by:

Her sons – Craig (Hope) Johnson, of Clive, and Brad (Stephanie) Johnson, of Simpsonville, South Carolina.

Her sisters – Annabelle Lange, of Atlantic, and Emy (Jack) Barringer, of Ames.

and 2 granddaughters.

Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com

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JULIA ELIZABETH NELSON, 84, of Atlantic (Svcs. 2/29/24)

Obituaries

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

JULIA ELIZABETH NELSON, 84, of Atlantic, died Sunday, February 25, 2024, at Cass Health in Atlantic. Funeral services for JULIA NELSON will be held 10-a.m. Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church in Atlantic. Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Atlantic has the arrangements.

Open visitation with family will be held at the funeral on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

A luncheon will be held following the service in the reception hall of the United Methodist Church.

The interment will take place at Atlantic Cemetery.

JULIA NELSON is survived by:

Her six children- Jeff, Tim, Sue, Cindy, Curt, and Pam.

and a bonus daughter.

18 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, other relatives and countless friends.

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No injuries reported following a collision in Montgomery County Saturday morning

News

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says no injuries were reported following an accident that took place at around 10:14-a.m., Saturday.  The accident happened at 270th Street and Highway 48. The report says when deputies arrived, they found a 2011 Ford Fusion owned by Todd Owens, of Clarinda, that had sustained significant damage. The vehicle was located in the northwest ditch.

Deputies learned 18-year-old Connor A. Owens, of Clarinda, was driving the Ford northbound on Highway 48 behind a 2004 Chevy Silverado pickup.  When the pickup, driven by 18-year-old Bennett Johnson, of Red Oak, began to slow to turn west onto 270th Street, it was hit from behind by the Ford. Following the collision, the Ford entered the northwest ditch and struck and sheared-off an Iowa Department of Transportation signpost, before coming to rest.

Owens told authorities his brakes failed and that he attempted to engage the parking brake just before his vehicle collided with the right rear of the pickup. Damage from the accident amounted to $6,000 altogether, including to the sign post.

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Creston Police report numerous arrests from 2/22-2/25/2024

News

February 25th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Creston, Iowa) – The Creston Police Department reports numerous arrests occurred from Thursday afternoon through Sunday morning (Feb. 22nd through the 25th):

At around 3-a.m. today (Sunday), 21-year-old Cael Raymond Carl, of Creston, was arrested at the intersection of Adams and Cottonwood. He was charged with OWI 1st Offense and Carry Weapon while Intoxicated. Carl was taken to the Union County Jail where he is being held on $2000 cash or surety bond.

On Saturday: 34-year-old Donald James Simmerman, of Murray, was arrested at the Creston Union County LEC.  He was taken into custody at around 1:18-a.m. and charged with Interference with Official Acts and OWI 2nd Offense. Simmerman was taken to the Union County Jail where he was later released on $2300 cash or surety bond; At around 1:45-p.m., Saturday, 24-year-old Noah Alexander Young, of Creston, was arrested at 807 W Summit. Young was charged with Providing False Identification Information and a Union County Warrant for FTA Disorderly Conduct-Loud Raucous Noise. Young was taken to the Union County Jail where he was later released on $300 cash or surety bond; and, 24-year-old Jeffery Allen Arnold, of Creston, was arrested Saturday at the intersection of Wyoming and 34. Arnold was charged with Driving while under Suspension. Arnold was cited and released from the scene on Promise to Appear.

Friday afternoon, 19-year-old Lucas Lynn Smith, of Creston was arrested at the Creston Union County LEC. Smith was charged with Union County Warrant for Criminal Mischief 1st Degree. Smith was taken to the Union County Jail where he is being held on $10,000 cash or surety bond; And, 45-year-old Carrie Nawacy Pendegraft, of Creston, was arrested Friday night at the intersection of Highway 25 and Townline. She was charged with OWI 2nd Offense. Pendegraft was taken to the Union County Jail where she was later released on $2000 cash or surety bond.

Thursday afternoon, 31-year-old  Ryan Palmer, of Creston was arrested in the 600 Block W Mills. He was charged with Animal at Large. Palmer was cited and released from the scene.

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Hawkeyes Drop Back and Forth Affair with #14 Virginia

Sports

February 25th, 2024 by admin

JACKSONVILLE, Florida – The 18th ranked University of Iowa baseball team fell to No. 14 Virginia, 12-9, on Saturday night at 121 Financial Park.

The Hawkeyes raced out to a 6-0 lead before the Cavaliers cut into the deficit with a two run third. The Hawkeyes got a run back in the bottom half, but a five run fourth for Virginia erased the deficit.

Iowa responded with a run in the bottom half and held the lead till Virginia tied it in the seventh. The teams traded runs in the eighth and entered the ninth tied before the Cavaliers scored three to put the game out of reach.

Marcus Morgan got the start on the hill for Iowa, throwing three innings allowing four earned runs while walking five and striking out four.

Anthony Watts struck out nine in 4 1/3 innings of relief. He allowed five runs (four earned) and walked three. Zach Voelker threw 2/3 of an inning allowing one run. Brant Hogue finished out the game allowing two runs, striking out one and walking one in an inning of work.

Five Hawkeyes had multi-hit performances in the contest. Ben Wilmes led the way with a 3-for-5 night. Wilmes tallied an RBI and had a single, a double and a triple in the contest.

Michael Seegers, Sam Petersen, Raider Tello, and Davis Cop each recorded two hits for Iowa. Tello plated two RBIs and Kyle Huckstorf had a three-run home run.

UP NEXT:

Iowa (3-3) concludes action at the JAX College Baseball Classic tomorrow against Wichita State at 11 a.m. (CT).

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Blue Hens Walk-Off Cyclones in Charlottesville

Sports

February 25th, 2024 by admin

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – Iowa State (7-5) was in control for the majority of Saturday morning’s game, before a rampant seventh inning powered Delaware (7-4) to an 8-7 walk-off win.

The Cyclones led 6-1 heading into the seventh inning, as freshman Lauren Schurman was spinning a gem in the circle. The first year from Delaware had allowed just one run on two hits through six full innings. She went into the sixth and got the first two batters to ground out and fly out before the Blue Hens went on a two-out hitting streak.

Angelina Allen had another monster game for the Cyclones, as the junior went 3-for-3 at the plate, also drawing a walk. Allen drove in a run and also scored a pair. Milaysia Ochoa matched Allen with three hits of her own, also scoring a pair of runs.

Ashley Minor had three RBI, with all three coming off a homer that just cleared the left field wall. Alesia Ranches also had multiple RBI on the morning, driving in two with a first-inning double that went all the way to the right center field wall. Ranches played in her 200th game as a Cyclone on the day.

Schurman went the distance for the Cyclones, pitching 6.2 innings.

Delaware saw seven different players record a hit, with Gianna Costrato leading the way with three RBI. Delaware scored five of its runs on a pair of homers in the bottom of the seventh. 

Saturday Notes
Home Runs
Iowa State: Ashley Minor (2)
Delaware: Gianna Costraro (5), Julia Boyet

 WP – Emily Winburn (5-1): 3.2 IP, 2 hits, 3 runs, 3 walks, 3 strikeouts
SV – N/A
LP – Lauren Schurman (1-1): 6.2 IP, 7 hits, 7 runs, 2 walks, 0 strikeouts

 On Deck

The Cyclones are back in action at Palmer Park later this afternoon when they face off with host-school Virginia. Today’s second game is scheduled for 2:30 CT and will be streamed live on ACC Network Extra on ESPN+.

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