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VIRGINIA LOIS STEFFEN, 90, of Griswold (Visitation 8/22/22)

Obituaries

August 15th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

VIRGINIA LOIS STEFFEN, 90, of Griswold, died Saturday, August 13, 2022, at the Griswold Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. Visitation with the family of VIRGINIA STEFFEN will be held on Aug. 22nd, from 5-until 7-p.m., at the Rieken Duhn Funeral Home in Griswold.

Cremation will take place after the visitation and a private family inurnment will be held at a later date at the St.  John’s U.C.C. Cemetery south of Lyman.

VIRGINIA STEFFEN is survived by:

Her son – Douglas (Ladonna) Steffen.

Her daughter – Barbara (Ron) Adams.

5 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 step great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

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WEEK OF AUGUST 15, 2022

Trading Post

August 15th, 2022 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  John Deere 2 row planter for $400, weed sprayer with no tank $250 and a 1928 3 hinge, 2 door Chevy…great to be made into a Rat Rod $2500. Located in Council Bluffs 712-355-1566

WANTED:  A wheelchair ramp.  Call 712-243-4016.

FOR SALE:  Dish Dome Satellite System with new Wally receiver and 100′ of new cable.  You’ll just need to contact Dish for service.  Asking $300 cash which is way less than half price.  Call 712-243-2408 and leave a message if there is no answer.

FOR SALE:  Several motorcycles, including:  170cc dirt bike with 100 miles for $550, customized CAN- AM with 900 miles for $10,000 and 1100cc Yamaha for $3,500. Also have dirt bikes, scooters collectibles, customized street bikes starting at $700 and up.   Also selling an H International tractor with wide front end, restored just 2 years ago and an Allis-Chalmers with wide front.  Call 712-355-1566 in Council Bluffs.

WANTED:  Cement tools and a 4×4 side by side ATV.  Also looking for a horse farrier in Southwest Iowa/Council Bluffs area who trim hooves on a pony. Call 712-355-1566 in Council Bluffs.

GARAGE SALE:  Indoor/Outdoor moving sale at 1201 Maple Street. Friday, August 19, from 11:00-6:00 and Saturday, August 20, from 8:00-12:00. Dishes, collectibles, clothing, oak pedestal table, antiques, coffee and end tables, weed eater, etc. Mix of merchandise.

FOR SALE: 5 HP Sears Roto Tiller runs good. Asking $100   712-254-0837

FOR SALE:  Cedar tree plant stand or end table. 16″ x 14″ x 1″.  $35.  Call 712-2499242 leave message if I don’t answer.  Ask for Tim.

FOR SALE: New black wooden island chair with 360 degree swivel padded seat. $55 or best offer. Will deliver in Atlantic, Lewis or Griswold area. Please call 712-769-2426

FOR SALE:  Bean bag toss game.  Complete with bean bags and instructions.  Red, white and blue. like new.  Legs fold up for storage.  $40.  In Anita.  Call 712-762- 4480.  SOLD!

FOR SALE:  5 bunnies.  Two California/New Zealand cross, just weaned.  One proven California white mama doe.  Two New Zealand bucks.  $20 each, 2 for $35 or 3 for $45.  Located in Stanton but can meet Monday-Friday in daytime, Morning/lunch in Omaha, Valley, I-80 or West Dodge.  Call or text 712-789-2577.

FOR SALE:  McCullough Eager Beaver weed eater with straight shaft, works fine, asking $50.  2 Makita variable speed cordless drills with spare batteries and chargers.  $25 each or both for $40.  2 Larson 32″ x 80″ storm doors, white, older, glass and screens are good, $20 each or $30 for both.  Call 712-304-4998 in Hamlin.

FOR SALE:  Shelving cabinets, factory made, 7 to 8 feet tall, have 2 or 3 of them, $30 for all.  Also, wood products, including log siding and lathe for fencing, 50 cents and up. Also selling a 50 gallon water heater, still in the crate and Wood burning stove in crate for $800 and up. Call 712 355-1566.

FOR SALE:  File cabinets, $10 for both.  Call 249-7173.

FOR SALE:  Dressers $40 each, call 249-7173.  Long dresser left for $35.

FOR SALE:  1950 IH M tractor.  Has power steering, live hydraulic & overdrive.  Good tires.  Cash $1200. Located in Anita area.  Also, H tractor-12 V. live hydraulic.  Has a 7′ scoop on front & 8′ blade on rear. $1000. cash. Both tractors are in running condition.    No text.  Call 712-254-3265 or 712-249-0116.

FOR SALE:  NordicTrak exercise machine (works both the arms and legs).  In excellent condition, asking $200.  Call 712-268-2609.

FOR SALE:  EZ Flow seeder/fertilizer, 10′ wide, asking $40.  Also, a sandblaster, used only once, asking $40.  Antique Caterpillar road grader, $600 OBO. Call 712-355-1566 in Council Bluffs.

FOR SALE:  Aluminum wheelchair ramp. Rises approximately 24 inches. Platform at top, but can be reconfigured.  $1,500. Marne.  Call or text 712-254-2350.

GARAGE SALE:  501 Ash Street – Behind the shop, Saturday 8:00 am-11:00 am.  Dishes & House Décor, Shop Misc. Stuff, Collectibles, And much more!

GARAGE SALE:  Friday, August 19th and Saturday, August 20th.  8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  809 N Cherry ST.  Avoca, Iowa.

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(UPDATE) Authorities in Winterset identify stand-off Omaha double-murder suspect

News

August 14th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Winterset, Iowa) – The Madison County Sheriff’s Department, Sunday afternoon, released additional details concerning a stand-off that took place at a church, Sunday morning. Authorities say at around 8 a.m. the Madison County Sheriff’s Office was advised of a vehicle pursuit that had left West Des Moines and entered Madison County. The pursuit continued into Winterset where stop sticks were utilized in disabling the vehicle.
Once disabled, the driver later identified as Gage Walter (27) of Omaha abandoned his vehicle and ran into the unoccupied St Paul Lutheran Church located at the intersection of State Hwy 92 and 8th Ave N. The church was then secured and the immediate area around the church was blocked off. An Iowa State Patrol Negotiator was called in and was able to successfully negotiate Walter’s peaceful surrender.

Photos via Madison County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page

Walter who is wanted for questioning in yesterday’s murder of (2) elderly females in Omaha, Nebraska is also facing numerous charges in Iowa stemming from today’s pursuit. Several area agencies assisted in the pursuit and eventual apprehension of Walter.

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JANE V. SCHULER, 82, of Atlantic (Svcs. 8/19/22)

Obituaries

August 14th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

JANE V. SCHULER, 82, of Atlantic, died Sunday, August 14, 2022, at Heritage House in Atlantic. Funeral services for JANE SCHULER will be held 10:30 am, Friday, August 19, 2022, at the Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Atlantic.

Visitation with the family present will be held at the funeral home from 5 pm until 7 pm on Thursday, August 18, 2022.

Burial is in the Noble Township Cemetery near Griswold.

Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and left or mailed to the funeral home at P.O. Box 523 – Atlantic.

Condolences can be sent to: schmidtfamilyfh.com

JANE SCHULER is survived by:

Her husband – Duane Schuler, of Atlantic.

Her sons – Daniel (Sheryl) Schuler, and Alan (Diana) Schuler, all of Atlantic.

6 grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren.

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CAROL BENTON, 90, of Atlantic (Svcs. Private)

Obituaries

August 14th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

CAROL BENTON, 90, of Atlantic, died Sunday, August 14, 2022, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE. Private services will be held for CAROL BENTON in the Exira Cemetery. Schmidt Family Funeral Home in Atlantic is assisting the family.

CAROL BENTON is survived by:

Her daughters – Belinda Van Aernam; Rhea (Tab) Gaines; Denise (Chris) Clausen; Jan (Ted) Namanny, and Joni (Doug) Sudmann.

Her sons – Lance (Connie) Benton, and Jim Benton.

Her brothers – Bud Hackwell; Floyd (Gloria) Hackwell; and Gary (Marty) Hackwell.

Her sister – Jane Schlater.

15 grandchildren; and MANY great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Weresh wins third Tournament of Champions Title, McLaren takes Senior Division in playoff

Sports

August 14th, 2022 by admin

Dr. Matt Weresh shot a smooth and steady round of even par 69 on Sunday and grabbed his third Tournament of Champions title at the Atlantic Golf and Country Club on Sunday. Weresh went into the final day with a four shot lead and maintained a strong edge throughout most of the final day. Weresh finished the tournament with a 6-under par 201 total. Zach Christensen and last year’s champion Ross Martens finished five shots back at 1-under 206 for the weekend.

Weresh adds the title to his wins in 2005 and 2020. His 201 total ties for the fifth best finish ever at the T of C. He also holds a tie for the third best finish with a 199 total in 2005.

Darby McLaren went to a playoff to win his first title at the Tournament of Champions in the Senior Division. McLaren and Bill Matzdorff both finished the weekend with a 1-over par 208 total. McLaren then birdied on the first playoff hole to win the title. Former champions Chris Nelson and Ron Peterson were two strokes back at +3 210 for the weekend.

The Super Senior Division was just a two day event this year and Rick Thompson grabbed his third straight title in that division. He shot a two day total of 1-under par 137 to grab the win. He opened with a phenomenal round of 65 on Friday. Past Champion John Willmore came in second with a +4 142.

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64th Annual Tournament of Champions- Day 3 Scores (FINAL)

Sports

August 14th, 2022 by admin

64th Annual Tournament of Champions Day 3
Sunday, August 14, 2022 @ Atlantic Golf & Country Club

Open Division (Final)

  1. Matt Weresh (Past Champion) 64–68-69=201 (-6) Wins 3rd T of C Title
  2. Zach Christianson (AGCC) 68–67-71=206 (-1)
  3. Ross Martens (Past Champion) 70-67-69=206 (-1)
  4. Eric Boehlert 69-70-68=207 (E)
  5. Henry Weresh (DM G&CC) 68-70-70=208 (+1)
  6. Jared Koch (Majestic Hills GC)- 68-69-71=137 (+1)
  7. Justin Livingston  66-73-69=208 (+1)
  8. Matt Gearheart 72-67-73=212 (+5)
  9. Drew Thompson 69-74-74=217 (+10)
  10. Jake Olsen (AGCC) 72-70-75=217 (+10)
  11. Alex Fuhs 71-76-71=218 (+11)
  12. Carter Trewet (TCI CC) 74-73-71=218 (+11)
  13. Matt Haley 74-71-73=218 (+11)
  14. Steven Martin 70-70-78=219 (+12)
  15. Jeff Gude (AGCC) 72-73-74=219 (+12)
  16. Evan Smith (Pine Knolls GC) 70-76-73=219 (+12)
  17. Alex Bireline (Past Champion) 72-70-77=219 (+12)
  18. Ryan Clark (Briarwood GC) 72-73-77=222 (+15)
  19. Elijah Block 76-74-72=222 (+15)
  20. Chase Jahde (Crestwood Hills GC) 76-70-76=222 (+15)
  21. William Bunce 78-72-72=222 (+15)
  22. Sam Pieczynski (Waveland CC) 78-72-74=224 (+17)
  23. Rob Langfelt (Nishna Hills GC) 74-70-81=225 (+18)
  24. Cory Schultes 75-75-75=225 (+18)
  25. Andrew Martin (Past Champion) 75-74-76=225 (+18)
  26. Connor Anderson (Country Greens GC) 81-70-75=226 (+19)
  27. Tony Finestead 72-80-75=227 (+20)
  28. Jared Cochran  78-72-77=227 (+20)
  29. Chad Buresh (Woodward GC) 70-77-80=227 (+20)
  30. Garret Caltrider 78-75-75=228 (+22)
  31. Dan Larsen 79-74-76=229 (+22)
  32. Nate Ross (AGCC) 81-73-75=229 (+22)
  33. Caleb Hayworth 71-78-81=230 (+23)
  34. Ben Renaud (Nishna Hills GC) 78-76-77=231 (+24)
  35. Jay Small 81-77-74=232 (+25)
  36. Cole Chapin 77-77-79=233 (+26)
  37. Michael West (Crestmoor GC) 80-78-75=233 (+26)
  38. Devin Brines 80-79-75=234 (+27)
  39. Scott Beach 75-76-83=234 (+27)
  40. Micky Williamson (Audubon G&CC) 80-82-76=238 (+31)
  41. Blake Perrin 77-79-83=239 (+32)
  42. Grant Caltrider 81-79-80=240 (+33)
  43. Nathan Berg 82-77-82=241 (+34)
  44. Brett Geer 80-79-82=241 (+34)
  45. McKinley Leonard 82-80-80=242 (+35)
  46. Lucas Mosier (AGCC) 82-79-83=244 (+37)
  47. Spencer McCosh 79-77-88=244 (+37)
  48. Derek Jacobsen (Past Champion) 81-75-89=245 (+38)
  49. Victor Bunce 90-75-82=247 (+40)
  50. Brad Hartkopf (Past Champion) 80-86-82=248 (+41)
  51. Jake Speer 77-81-91=249 (+42)
  52. Drey Newell (AGCC) 81-81-83=245 (+42)
  53. Trevor Schweers 81-84-89=254 (+47)
  54. Ryan Hawkins 89-83-83=255 (+48)
  55. Cole Swenson 85-84-88=257 (+50)
  56. Travis Olsen 86-90-82=258 (+51)
  57. Jeremy Jaacks 87-86-88=261 (+54)
  58. Hogan Hook (Griswold G&CC) 92-86-93=271 (+64)
  59. Dustin McLaren (AGCC) 77-73=150 (+12)-WD
  60. Zach Riddle 77-76=153 (+15)-WD

Senior Division (Final)

  1. Darby McLaren (AGCC) 68–66-74=208 (+1)- Won with birdie on 1st playoff hole.
  2. Bill Matzdorff (Briarwood GC) 69-69-70=208 (+1)
  3. Chris Nelson (Past Champion) 71-67-72=210 (+3)
  4. Ron Peterson (Past Champion) 72-72-66=210 (+3)
  5. Del Miller (Past Champion) 71-69-80=220 (+13)
  6. Darron Baker (Past Champion) 78-69-77=224 (+17)
  7. Daryl Armstrong (Crestwood Hills) 77-76-75=228 (+21)
  8. Rick Carter (Past Champion) 76-74-80=230 (+23)
  9. Ron Eads (Waveland CC) 76-79-79=234 (+27)
  10. Shane Burmeister 81-80-74=235 (+28)
  11. Bob Franke (Briarwood GC) 82-83-73=238 (+31)
  12. Scott Retzlaff 76-80-84=240 (+33)
  13. Brian Christensen 77-78-86=241 (+34)
  14. Jeff Heckroth (Woodward GC) 80-80-82=242 (+35)
  15. Jeff Morenz (AGCC) 75-83-84=242 (+35)
  16. Blair Hoegh (Ankeny G&CC) 81-80-84=245 (+38)
  17. Paul Huddleson (Nishna Hills GC) 94-83-82=259 (+52)
  18. Monte Michael 90-86-97=273 (+66)
  19. Nick Costanzo 75 (+6)- WD
  20. Bobby Rist (Lake City CC) 81 (+12)- WD

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Omaha murder suspect arrested after stand-off in a Winterset church

News

August 14th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Winterset, Iowa) – A stand-off at a church in Winterset, Sunday morning (today), ended with a suspect in an Omaha area murder investigation surrendering without further incident. According to KCCI, Police in West Des Moines say officers located the vehicle of a man wanted for a homicide investigation. At around 7:45-a.m., Officers chased the vehicle to St. Paul Lutheran Church in Winterset. They say the man jumped out of the car and barricaded himself in the church. Traffic around the church was shut-down while the incident was underway.

No church parishioners were inside the building at that time. Police say the man was in the church by himself. It wasn’t immediately clear which homicide investigation the man is allegedly involved with.

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Skyscan Forecast for Atlantic & the Nishna Valley: T-of-C Sunday, Aug. 14, 2022

Weather

August 14th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

Today: Patchy fog before 10am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 84. North northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.

Monday: Mostly cloudy w/a 40% chance of showers. High near 79. East wind 5 to 10 mph. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Monday Night: A chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm; Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. East @ 10-20 mph.

Tuesday: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. High near 73. East wind 10 mph.

Wednesday: A chance of showers in the morning, otherwise mostly sunny, with a high near 77.

Saturday’s High in Atlantic was 88. Our Low this morning was 56. Last year on this date, the High in Atlantic was 85 and the Low was 49. The Record High was 107 in 1936. The Record Low was 45 in 1929.

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“Breakfast with the Birds” Program in Cass County next weekend

Ag/Outdoor, News

August 14th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Cass County Conservation Board is sponsoring a “Breakfast with the Birds” Program! The program will be held at Sunnyside Park, Camblin’s Addition Shelter in Atlantic, IA on August 20th 2022 at 9 am. Free will donations accepted! Kay Neuman, rehabilitator and Educator at S.O.A.R., Saving Our Avian Resources, will show and discuss several of her permanently injured birds and will hopefully have one that is fully recovered and ready to release back into the wild!!

Kay Neuman, SOAR Executive Director

Please help the CCCB support raptors and education! The Board hopes you will join Conservation staff for this popular event.

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