The Glenwood Police Dept. reports two arrests. 48-year old Lonnie Ritchison, of Glenwood, was arrested today (Wednesday), for providing false identification information, driving under suspension, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of a controlled substance. His cash or surety bond was set at $5,900. On Tuesday, 35-year old Anthony Anglen, of Glenwood, was arrested on a Mills County warrant for Probation violation. His cash-only bond was set at $1,000.
Atlantic Trees Forever spokesperson Dolly Bergmann said today (Wednesday), that Spring tree vouchers are now available from the Atlantic Trees Forever. Tree vouchers are a great way to help individuals with the cost of purchasing a tree to plant. The vouchers are worth $30 off the price of a tree, and can be obtained at Pymosa Farms, north of Atlantic.
Bergmann advised that there are a limited number of vouchers available and said officials at Pymosa Farms could help you determine what kind of tree would do best for your location. The business is located at 50979 Buck Creek Road, Atlantic. Bergmann suggests you contact owner Tim Reavis at 402-659-1213 before driving to the farm to make sure someone is available to help you since he and his employees may be out planting trees.
The Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton School Board, Monday, approved the hiring of a 6th through 12th grade Principle. Superintendent Trevor Miller told KJAN News they selected Mary Bleth-Harris, who is currently an Instructional Coach at Treynor. She has a background as a middle and elementary school teacher. She was offered the position and has accepted. She’ll start her new position with Exira-EHK in August.
The Board also approved the 2019-20 budget, Monday, following a Public Hearing. Miller said there was no input from the community during the hearing, most likely because the tax rate is going DOWN about six-cents. The rate for 2019-20 will be $12.03/$1,000 valuation. The Exira-EHK School Board also approved Certified Teachers’ salaries. They’ll receive a total package increase of 3.28%. Support and administrative staff received a 3.49% increase. The Board also approved the purchase and installation of a new Outfield fence for the Baseball Field from Devore Fencing, in Atlantic. It’ll be set-up in mid-July.
In other business, the Board discussed the Wrestling Program, but took no action on a sharing agreement. And, they approved new hires/or transfer of personnel.
(SIOUX CITY) – The Iowa Department of Corrections report 28-year old Nicholas James James, who was convicted of Robbery 2nd Degree and other crimes in Woodbury County, left the Sioux City Residential Treatment Facility without permission last (Tuesday) night. James is a Native American, 5’9″ tall, weighing 162 pounds. He was admitted to the work release facility on April 9, 2019. Persons with information on James’ whereabouts should contact their local police.
Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Director Brian Hamman reports thanks to a generous donation from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, the Montgomery County EMA has received a new utility terrain vehicle (UTV) valued at more than $24,000. The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation was founded in 2005 in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. It’s mission is to impact the lifesaving capabilities, and the lives, of local heroes and their communities. (for more info.: https://firehousesubsfoundation.org/about-us/)
Hamman said the UTV will allow them “To rapidly respond to emergencies and disasters faster and more effectively when time is critical, and conditions warrant the use of smaller vehicles.” The new UTV will also be available for use at local events by local first responders to respond to emergency incidents and situations, in a quick and timely manner. Hamman said the Montgomery County EMA continues to seek additional funds to purchase a medical slide-in unit to transport sick and injured persons to awaiting ambulances, as well as a dedicated trailer for the UTV. The Montgomery Community Foundation and Casey’s General Stores have contributed towards this phase of the project, with more grants and donations pending.
Glenwood 9, Atlantic 0
Clarinda 7, Southwest Valley 2
Lewis Central 8, Harlan 1
Shenandoah 9, St. Albert 0
Boys Tennis
Atlantic 9, Glenwood 0
Audubon 5, Red Oak 4
CB Abraham Lincoln 5, Kuemper Catholic 4
Clarinda 8, Southwest Valley 1
Denison-Schleswig 9, Sioux City East 0
Lewis Central 7, Harlan 2
Jim Field visits with Chris Parks, President of the Iowa Bluebird Conservationists, about the spring conference and meeting this Saturday at the Wallace Learning Center near Lewis. To see the conference program, click here>>>> IBC Conference
The National Weather Service has issued a WIND ADVISORY, in effect from 10-a.m. today (Wed.) through 1-p.m. Thursday. The Advisory is for those counties along and north of a line from Highway 34 to the Highway 30 corridor. Easterly winds sustained at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts in excess of 45 mph can be expected. Winds that strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles traveling along north-south oriented roads. Use extra caution.