Class 2A Quarterfinals
10:30—#2 Roland-Story (24-1) vs. #7 Kuemper Catholic (18-6)
12:15—#3 Western Christian, Hull (20-3) vs. #6 Monticello (17-6)
Class 3A Quarterfinals
2:00—#1 Bondurant-Farrar (23-0) vs. #8 Algona (17-7)
3:45—#4 Newton (17-6) vs. #5 North Polk (19-5)
5:30—#3 Marion (19-5) vs. #6 Bishop Heelan, Sioux City (18-6)
7:15—#2 Xavier, Cedar Rapids (18-6) vs. #7 Des Moines, Hoover (15-9)
Today: Partly-to-mostly cloudy. High 42. NE @ 10-15 mph.
Tonight: Mo. Cldy w/light snow late. Low 32. E @ 5-10.
Tomorrow: Cloudy w/light snow-rain mixed. High 37. E @ 10-15
Thursday: Cldy w/a heavier mix of rain-snow. High 35.
Friday: Cldy w/flurries in the morning. High 30.
Monday’s High in Atlantic was 41. The Low was 32. Last year on this date the High in Atlantic was 32 and the Low was 14. The Record High on this date was 78 in 2000. The Record Low was -11 in 1982.
(Radio Iowa)- Iowa ranks as one of the nation’s top states for volunteerism and as more Iowans leave the workforce or retire, they’re encouraged to stay active by finding a new passion through the giving of their time. Atalaya Sergi, director of the AmeriCorps Seniors program, says older Iowans can draw on a wealth of experience from decades in a wide array of professions.
Sergi says, “They give their time and their energy, their gifts and talents that they have developed over the years and focus on something that is a local challenge.” AmeriCorps Seniors matches more than 170-thousand older people nationwide with service opportunities every year, and studies find the benefits of volunteerism go well beyond the good being done in the community. Sergi says volunteers who devote 100 hours or more per year are most likely to experience health benefits themselves.
“Eighty-eight percent of volunteers reported a decrease in feelings of isolation, 84% reported improved or stable health at a time when we would anticipate that their health would be declining,” Sergi says, “and we know that through other research, states with higher rates of volunteerism have lower incidence of heart disease.” Here in Iowa, there are hundreds of volunteering options for seniors, and the program lets them choose how they’d like to give back.
You can mentor and tutor children, helping them learn to read, helping them gain a deeper understanding of math and science concepts,” Sergi says. “You might want to support a homebound, older adult to live independently in their home, helping them with minor household chores, making sure that they’re getting to their appointments or staying connected.” Other options include supporting families or veterans in need, and helping the homeless or the hungry through food banks or shelters.
A recent federal survey ranked Iowa the number-four state in the country for volunteerism, with more than 40-percent of Iowans donating their time, well above the national average of around 30-percent. The Corporation for National and Community Service says Iowans are very generous with their giving, donating more than 75-million hours of their time with an annual economic impact of nearly $2-billion.
The UNI and Drake women get ready for this week’s Missouri Valley Conference Tournament in the Quad Cities. The Panthers are the three seed and will play the late game on Friday against the winner of Thursday’s game between Illinois-Chicago and Valparaiso. UNI is 21-8 overall and finished the Valley race 16-4.
That’s UNI coach Tanya Warren who says either team will provide a challenge.
The Panthers swept both teams during the regular season.
Drake is the four seed. The Bulldogs open Friday afternoon against the winner of Thursday’s game between Missouri State and Bradley.
(Radio Iowa) – A bill eligible for debate in the Iowa Senate would legalize the sale of raw milk at dairy farms. Esther Arkfeld of Harlan, says when she lived in another state, she bought raw milk rather than formula for her baby, but found out when she moved to Iowa five years ago it was illegal here. “How is it that in the 21st century in a country where 45 of the 50 states allow the sale of raw milk Iowa — a state that prides itself on agriculture, farming and freedom — is the only Midwest state to criminalized it?” she asks.
Raw milk enthusiasts like Arkfeld says unpasteurized milk tastes better and has more nutrients. Critics say raw milk has more bacteria and is dangerous for pregnant women. The dairy industry opposes the bill. Justin LeVan is the secretary of the Iowa Dairy Foods Association, which represents dairy businesses.
“As soon as there’s an outbreak of any kind, the businesses in Iowa will suffer and milk sales will go down whether it’s associated with raw milk or not.” Under the senate bill it still would be illegal to sell unpasteurized milk at restaurants and farmers markets, but raw milk and other products like cheese, yogurt and ice cream that are made with unpasteurized milk could be sold legally at the dairy where it’s processed.
The Senate approved similar legislation a year ago, but bills to legalize raw milk sales have never been considered in the Iowa House.
(Radio Iowa) – Hawkeye football coach Kirk Ferentz says he is greatly disappointed the state’s attorney general negotiated a more than four million dollar settlement with a dozen former players. The players accused Ferentz and other coaches of creating a racially hostile culture for black players. In a written statement released, Ferentz said for more than two years the Hawkeye football program had been unfairly maligned by the allegations and the settlement was offered without consulting him or other coaches named in the lawsuit.
Ferentz indicated he’s been told the reason for the settlement was financial, to avoid the possibility of a large jury verdict. Ferentz, in his statement, said the settlement clears the coaches of any wrongdoing — but had hoped a judge would have been given a chance to rule on their motion for a dismissal of the case. According to Ferentz, many former members of the team said things that they later recanted when questioned under oath.
The state Appeal Board approved the settlement Monday afternoon.
CLIFFORD EUGENE CARR, 80, of Anita, died Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Cass Health in Atlantic. A Celebration of Life for CLIFFORD CARR will be held 2-p.m. Monday, March 13, 2023, at the Congregational United Church of Christ in Anita. Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic has the arrangements.
Visitation with his family will be held at the Church in Anita, on Monday, from 1-until 2-p.m. (prior to the service)
Burial with full military honors by the Atlantic Color Guard, will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Anita.
CLIFFORD CARR is survived by:
His sons – James Carr; Clifford “Butch” Carr, Jr.; Clinton Carr, and Billy Simon.
His daughters – Theresa Jeanne Cohrs; & Tracy (Bob) Jacobson.
His sister – Marlyce Carr.
11 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.
Class 1A Quarterfinals
Grand View Christian 61, New London 51
West Harrison 87, Dunkerton 61
West Harrison picked up their first ever win at the boys state basketball tournament with an 85-63 win over Dunkerton. The Hawkeyes jumped out to an early lead with a 21-13 advantage in the first quarter and closed the game out strong. Koleson Evans poured in 27 points and grabbed 14 rebouds. Sage Evans also finished with a double-double with 11 points and 21 boards. The Hawkeyes shot a solid 54% from the field.
Remsen St. Mary’s 57, Gladbrook-Reinbeck 47
Class 2A Quarterfinals
(Guthrie County, Iowa) – A man whose vehicle allegedly sideswiped another in Guthrie County, Saturday morning and left the scene, was tracked down and the driver questioned, in Greene County. Sheriff’s officials report a 2023 Chevy Silverado pickup driven by 25-year-old Wesley Reeves, of Glidden, was traveling east on Highway 141 at around 4-a.m., Saturday, when his vehicle was sideswiped by a 2022 pickup traveling west.
Reeves turned around and followed the other vehicle towards Jefferson. He called 911 to report the incident and followed the suspect pickup until a Greene County Deputy could stop the vehicle. The driver of the suspect pickup was identified as 23-year-old Reyes Joseph Molina, of Waukee.
Authorities said he had no drivers license and spoke little English. The man was released from the scene. No citations were issued and no injuries were reported. Damage from the collision amounted to $6,000.
(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Annual Atlantic Fire Department awards banquet was held Saturday, February 25th, . The Atlantic Fire Department (AFD) and the Iowa Firefighters Association (IFA) recognize those that have dedicated 20 years and more to fire service. Mark McNees was recognized for his 32-years of service to the AFD, his years of service to the IFA, and his past service as Chief of the Atlantic Fire Department. (Photos & info. courtesy Chief Tom Cappel)
From the left: IFA President Chuck Raska; Mark McNees; IDA Representative Roger Bissen (Harlan FD).
Rich Smith was recognized for 30-years of service to the AFD.
From the left: IFA Pres. Raska; Rich Smith; Chief Tom Cappel, Roger Bissen.
Wayne Brosam was recognized for 25-years of service to the AFD. Brosam is also an Assistant Chief of the AFD, as well as a Special Agent with the Arson & Explosives Bureau with the State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Wayne Brosam (2nd from left)
To the left are: Chase Mewhirter (10 yrs), Travis Petersen (10 yrs), Jeremy Sandbothe (10 yrs), Tom Cappel.
Locally, the Atlantic Fire Department recognizes those that have served for 5 years and over.
Those receiving awards but not present for the picture were: Paul Wood (15 yrs), Matt Benning (10 yrs ), and
Jake Vetter ( 10 yrs)
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