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Six Score in Double Figures in NDSU Win, 89-59

Sports

December 11th, 2023 by Asa Lucas

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State (5-4, 0-0 Big 12) took down North Dakota State (4-6, 0-0 Summit) Sunday evening by a 30-point margin of 89-59. Iowa State had six in double figures for the first time in seven years as ISU went on its way to the victory.

The Cyclones had the first game since December 4, 2016 vs. New Orleans to have six with 10-plus points. ISU used a 10-0 run in the first quarter as the Cyclones pulled away from the Bison, shooting at 55.9 percent compared to NDSU’s 30.8 percent through the night.

Addy Brown led the game with 16 points and 13 rebounds, while Hannah Belanger (15), Audi Crooks (13), Nyamer Diew (12), Isnelle Natabou (11) and Jalynn Bristow (11) were the other Cyclones in double figures. Brown came two assists shy of a triple-double.

How it Happened

The Cyclones took a 5-4 lead as Arianna Jackson sent in the 3 as the shot clock expired two minutes into the contest. Diew extended ISU’s streak to three straight made field goals with a 3-pointer of her own to make it 10-6. Diew wasn’t done there, sinking another from beyond the arc with six minutes on the clock. Crooks kept the run going, extending it to 10 straight to put ISU up 17-6. At the end of one, the Cyclones held the advantage of 21-16.

NDSU opened the second coming back within one of the Cyclones’ lead at 21-20, but Belanger answered with two straight shots from deep to go back up by seven (29-22). Belanger remained hot, entering double figures with a jumper at 4:47, extending the advantage to 11 as NDSU called a timeout. Iowa State would end the first half on a 9-0 run to lead 42-27.

Belanger had her third 3-pointer in the midst of a run of eight, bringing ISU ahead by 20 (50-30) with just over five to play in the third quarter. The 20-point lead held as Brown shot the jumper to take a 63-42 advantage to the final quarter.

The Cyclones continued to roll, with Brown grabbing the offensive rebound and sending in the layup to make it 74-54 with five minutes remaining. ISU would go on to seal the victory taking the final 13 points with a final of 89-59.

Iowa State called the early timeout after Iowa stretched a seven-point lead of 52-45. With 6:26 left, ISU came alive hitting a streak of eight to retake the lead at 55-54 as Iowa called a timeout. The Hawkeyes responded to retake the advantage, going up by six (62-56) with one minute to go. Iowa would hold on to the lead, taking the win by a final of 67-58.

Top Performances

Addy Brown totaled 16 for her seventh 10-plus point game, also leading the game and dialing in a career high with 13 rebounds for her fourth double-double. Brown shot at 7-of-11 from the field while coming two assists shy of a triple-double with eight assists, achieving the total without a turnover. It was Brown’s third straight double-double.

Up Next

Iowa State continues its homestand hosting Troy next Sunday, Dec. 17 at noon.

Hawkeye Marching Band WILL perform during half-time of the bowl game

News, Sports

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

ORLANDO, Fla. [KCCI] — The Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band will officially play at halftime during the Hawkeyes’ bowl game. The announcement was posted on the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band’s Facebook page on Sunday. Previously, the Hawkeye Band was only scheduled to play before the game for seven minutes, without a performance during halftime. Now, the Hawkeye Band and the Pride of the Southland Band will perform after Gavin DeGraw’s halftime performance.

The band shared the following message from The Citrus Bowl:

“We’re working closely with Iowa and Tennessee to design a great experience for this year’s Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. The university bands will perform on the field both in pregame and at halftime. We appreciate the creativity and goodwill of the university band leaders to make this possible.

“During the halftime show presented by Cheez-It Snap’d, our live performance will be followed by traditional bowl game performances from The Hawkeye Marching Band and The Pride of the Southland Band.

“We have a special day planned for the Vols, the Hawkeyes and the coast-to-coast audience who gather around their televisions for this New Year’s tradition. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Orlando for ‘The Best Bowl Trip in America’ later this month.”

WEEK OF DECEMBER 11, 2023

Trading Post

December 11th, 2023 by Lori Murphy

FOR SALE:  Nativity figurine set, 12 pieces, excellent condition. $135.00 cash only.  Call 417-876-7108 (Kimballton area). May be able to deliver depending on where you live.

FOR SALE: Large, Lane brand, burgundy leather recliner. Very good condition. Asking $75. Call 712-249-3730.

FOR SALE: Furnaces- Brand new in the crate add-on furnace for a wood burning stove…$1600. Also a used natural gas Lenox for $150. A log furnace that can hold 6-8 logs for $50. Call 712-355-1566

FOR SALE: Tall pole for outdooor lighting…$600. Also 2 Sinclair fuel pumps. One is diesel, one is gas. Asking $450.00 each. Bushhog mower that attaches to a skid loader…like new for $3500. Call 712-355-1566

FOR SALE: Predator gas generator. Used one time. Asking $250.00. Also a small gas garden tiller. used one season. Asking $100. Call 641-740-0587

FOR SALE: 3 pallet of cinder blocks. Also have chimney blocks and bearing wall blocks for sale. 50 cents and up. Call 712-355-1566

FOR SALE:  2 Female Golden Doddle Puppies that are 5 months old. They have had their first shots, dewormed, are semi house and kettle trained.  They are being sold for $100 each.  Call 712-249-1453 or4 972-679-7920.

FOR SALE:  Enclosed trailer, 14 feet, 2 axels, and in very good condition.  $4800 and located in Greenfield.  If interested, call 641-745-7548.

FREE: Walker with wheels and seat. Call 712-254-9082 for address in Atlantic.

FOR SALE: Almost 3000 marbles. Some are very old. Call 515-320-3632   SOLD

WANTED: Looking for a yellow & brown Walnut Grove 4×4 stocking hat or a black Carhart stocking hat. Also, have 2 upright vacuums for sale…one is a Hoover and the other a Bissell. $10 each. 304 W 13th Street in Atlantic.

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WANTED: A small 4wd or front assist tractor. 712-355-1566

FOR SALE: Brand new fireplace with gas log, also a John Deere manure spreader for $500 and an H International tractor for $1600 obo.  712-355-1566

FOR SALE: Wooden horse barn  (26” x 21”) and 3 horses. Excellent condition. $40. Text or call 712-249-0186. Kimballton areaSOLD!

FOR SALE: Older Snapper 22″ single stage Snow Thrower. It does works but could use a tune-up…. $50. Call 712 250 4801 for more details.

FOR SALE:  2020 Jonesred snowblower, dropped price, $925, to $875 OBO. 712-249-9258.

FOR SALE:  1. Miniature Australian Shepherd puppies! 2 males are left They will be 7 weeks old Dec 22! They can be a great Christmas present!! Asking $500 each. Dewormed and first shots given!  2. Cary Safe (very heavy) yes we do have the combination to open it! $500.  3. Fully refurbished cast iron sink! Drain board is on the right hand side. $700.  Phone number is 515.537.3913.

FOR SALE: 2017 Red Dodge Grand Caravan. 55,000 miles. Very nice condition. Runs great. No issues or mechanical problems. Asking $18,000. Call 515-523-1350

FOR SALE: LG 50 inch TV with remote. Not a smart TV, but works great. 4 yrs old. $100 cash. Call 712-249-6835

Sioux City man charged in fatal stabbing of Nebraska priest

News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – An Iowa man is charged in the slaying of a Nebraska priest. The Washington County, Nebraska, Sheriff’s Office arrested an Iowa man in the fatal stabbing of a priest in the rectory of a church in Fort Calhoun early Sunday. Deputies were called to the house on a report of an attempted break-in and found Reverend Stephen Gutgsell suffering from stab wounds. Gutgsell later died at an Omaha hospital.

Kierre Williams.(Washington Cty Sheriff’s-Office)

Deputies also found 43-year-old Kierre Williams of Sioux City in the rectory and charged him with homicide and use of a weapon to commit a felony. Williams is jailed in Blair.

Cass County Supervisors to act on Collective Bargaining Agreement

News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Cass County Board of Supervisors will hold their regular, weekly meeting at 9-a.m. Tuesday in their Atlantic Courthouse Board Room. On their agenda is action on passing a Resolution “Approving [a] Collective Bargaining Agreement between Cass County Sheriff’s Office and Local 1414 American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees Union, Council 61, AFL-CIO, Iowa (AFSCME).”

The Board is also expected to act on removing Ronnie Ross as Medical Examiner Investigator, retroactive to Dec. 6, 2023, and passing a Resolution to set Posted Weight Limits on County Bridges. They will also continue, and possibly act on approving, the Cass County Wellness Plan (effective from Jan. 1, 2024 through June 30, 2024).

The complete agenda is shown below:

Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license on sale Dec. 15

Ag/Outdoor, News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Des Moines, Iowa) –  Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags starting Dec. 15 through Jan. 7th. The Iowa DNR says you can buy your special paddlefish license and tags on the Iowa DNR online licenses sales website at https://gooutdoorsiowa.com. A resident license sells for $25.50 and a nonresident license is $49. You must also have a valid Iowa fishing license. You can buy up to two tags – one from Dec. 15 to Dec. 31 and an additional tag from Jan. 1 to Jan. 7, or two tags if you didn’t buy one in December. A limited number of paddlefish licenses are available – 950 resident and 50 nonresident.

The license, harvest tag(s), and regulations will be mailed to purchasers in mid-January. Purchasers will be asked to complete an electronic survey to help the Iowa DNR evaluate the success of the paddlefish season. Please complete the survey whether you harvested a paddlefish or not.  The Iowa DNR is always working to improve the paddlefish season for anglers; any input provided is considered and is greatly appreciated.

The Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish season opens Feb. 1 and runs through April 30. For more information about Iowa’s special paddlefish season, visit the DNR website at www.iowadnr.gov/paddlefish – click on Missouri River Paddlefish Season and Regulations.

2024 hunting, fishing licenses on sale Dec. 15

Ag/Outdoor, News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Des Moines, Iowa) – Iowans can buy 2024 resident hunting, fishing and other licenses on Dec. 15.  Licenses purchased for 2023 expire on Jan. 10. The Iowa DNR says the menu of license options includes the popular Outdoor Combo annual resident hunting/fishing/habitat combo license for $55; the Angler’s Special three-year fishing license for $62; and the Hunter’s Special three-year hunting license with habitat included for $101. Also available is the Bonus Line option for $14 letting resident and nonresident anglers to fish with one more line in addition to the two lines allowed with the regular fishing license. Upgrade your paper license to a durable hard card with custom art from Iowa artists for only $6.

Download the GoOutdoorsIowa mobile app for iPhone and Android devices to buy and access your license information, no matter where you are.  Sync your hunting and fishing licenses on the app to show in the field.  You may download multiple customer licenses to offer one secure digital license document location for families, groups, and more. Licenses are available at 650 locations across the state, and on the DNR website at www.iowadnr.gov/GoOutdoorsIowa.

Hunting and fishing are often enjoyed with family and friends. A fishing or hunting license makes a great stocking stuffer.

Ramp from East 13th Street to northbound I-35 in Ames to be closed Dec. 11-15

News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

Ames, Iowa – Dec. 11, 2023 – If you plan to get on Interstate 35 from East 13th Street in Ames this week, there is some construction work that you’ll want to be aware of. Crews are working on sanitary sewer construction along East 13th Street in Ames. To give them room to work, the City of Ames will be closing the entrance ramp from East 13th Street to northbound I-35, now (Dec. 11) through Friday, Dec. 15.  You’ll be asked to follow a detour using Dayton Avenue and 190th Street to northbound I-35.

The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.

The latest traveler information is available anytime through our 511 system. Visit 511ia.org; call 511 (within Iowa) or 800-288-1047 (nationwide); stay connected with 511 on Facebook or Twitter (find links at https://iowadot.gov/511/511-social-media-sites); or download the free app to your mobile device.

Status of Iowa Bald Eagles in 2023

Ag/Outdoor, News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

(Iowa DNR News) – Every year over a hundred volunteers and DNR staff head out to spy on Iowa’s Bald Eagles. Thankfully, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the eagles usually don’t mind and official are able to get valuable data that helps the DNR to evaluate how the birds are doing in the state.

Volunteers help with two surveys: The Bald Eagle Midwinter Survey and the Bald Eagle Nest Monitoring Survey. The midwinter survey takes place in early January each year and requires surveyors to drive a standardized route, counting all eagles seen along the way. During the nest monitoring survey, volunteers collectively watch between 250 and 350 nests around the state and report on a nest’s activity and success in producing and fledgling eaglets.

Photo courtesy Abbie Sue Cartsensen. Taken near Smithfield Foods (Denison, IA).

Photo courtesy Abbie Sue Cartsensen. Taken near Smithfield Foods (Denison, IA).

Some important background to have before reading this year’s results, is that 2022 was the worst nesting season in many years for Iowa’s Bald Eagles. For the first time in the history of the survey the average number of young fledged per nest dropped below the important threshold of 1; only an average of 0.88 young were fledged per nest. This is thought to be the result of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak last summer. A total 1,663.5 miles of waterway were surveyed in January of 2023 and over 2,900 eagles were counted using these waterways!  That works out to almost 2 eagles per river mile surveyed. The most eagles were counted on the Mississippi and Des Moines Rivers though the highest density (eagles per mile) was on the Iowa River.  One of the important things we keep an eye on, as it is a good indicator of population health, is the proportion of the count made up of immature eagles. Since the survey started in 1991, that proportion has hovered around 30% and this year was consistent with that at 32%.

From late winter to summer, another army of volunteers around the state monitored 329 bald eagle nest sites. They observed from a distance and recorded whether the nest was active and, if so, if it was successful fledgling eaglets. A total of 66% of the active monitored nests were successful, 12% failed (the remaining had an unknown outcome). There was an average of 1.77 fledglings produced per nest which is one of the highest rates in recent years. This represented a very good recovery after 2022’s poor nesting season! In addition, there was one very surprising observation – a nest that fledged 4 young! Usually, bald eagles only lay 1-3 eggs with the most common being 2 fledglings per nest. The DNR says “We had never even heard of a nest hatching 4 young, much less raising them all to fledgling! However, a very diligent nest monitor was able to capture this very rare phenomenon. Congrats to the parents of the fab four for a job very well done!”

According to the Iowa DNR, this year was characterized by a return to normal after a year of extremes in 2022.  The midwinter survey count was just below the average and the nest monitoring survey had an average number of successful nests and a high number of young produced. Taking into account the success rate, the overall number of known active territories and the average number of young produced by nest, a possible 720 young eagles were fledged by Iowa’s nests!

This paints a picture of a resilient and healthy bald eagle population in Iowa, which is great news for our nation’s symbol! For now, officials will continue to monitor both wintering and breeding eagles in order to help monitor the Bald Eagle’s recovery. The DNR wants to issued “A huge and very heart-felt thank you to the many volunteers and staff who help to make this monitoring possible!”

Latest ‘Iowa Poll’ shows Trump lead expanding

News

December 11th, 2023 by Ric Hanson

The latest Des Moines Register/N-B-C News “Iowa Poll” shows former President Donald Trump has the support of just over half of likely Iowa Caucus-goers. Trump leads Florida Governor Ron DeSantis by 32 points and is 35 points ahead of former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley. Haley spoke to a large crowd on a farm near Waukee Sunday afternoon. Haley pointed to national polls which show her leading President Biden.  “Think about it. That means up and down for our governors, for our Senate seats, for our House seats,” Haley said, “but that means an economy that gets back on track because we have the landslide victory.”

During an appearance on Iowa Press on Iowa P-B-S this weekend, DeSantis said there is a clear appetite for a different G-O-P nominee in 2024. “I kind of think to myself: If Ronald Reagan were running for a third time, he’d be getting 90% from Republicans,” DeSantis said.

Businessman Vivek Ramaswamy had five percent support, just ahead of former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who has not campaigned in Iowa. Ramaswamy has been telling audiences first-time Caucus-goers are going to show up to vote for him on January 15th.