Non-Conference
- Van Meter 4, Creston 2
- Shenandoah 10, Missouri Valley 0
- Coon Rapids-Bayard 12, AC/GC 5
- Treynor 11, Audubon 1
- Tri-Center 1, Logan-Magnolia 0
- Southwest Valley 9, East Mills 8
Non-Conference
Hawkeye Ten Conference
Western Iowa Conference
Corner Conference
Raccoon River Conference
Pride of Iowa Conference
West Central Activities Conference
Boys
Class 1A
Substate 2: West Sioux 3, Underwood 1
Class 2A
Substate 8: Glenwood 4, Carroll 0
Substate 1: Bishop Heelan 2, Sioux Center 0
Girls
Class 1A
Substate 6: Treyor 2, Harlan 0
Substate 4: Thomas Jefferson 2, LeMars 0
OMAHA, Neb. – The fifth-seeded University of Iowa baseball team fell to No. 4 seeded Michigan, 3-2, in 10 innings on Wednesday afternoon at Charles Schwab Field.
The Hawkeyes outhit the Wolverines, 10-6.
“It is frustrating for us when they beat us 3-2 and didn’t have a hit to score any of those runs,” said head coach Rick Heller. “They were all from free bases. We had the wild pitch that we throw away with two outs that scores two runs and then we walk in a run to end the game.”
The Hawkeyes got on the board in the second inning after Michael Seegers doubled in Ben Wilmes from first.
Michigan loaded the bases in the sixth inning and two runs came around to score on a wild pitch and an error.
Iowa tied the game in the top of the seventh after Will Mulflur drew a walk and Wilmes doubled him in.
The teams would remain even until a bases-loaded walk in the bottom of the 10th inning plated a run for the Wolverines and ended the game.
“We couldn’t get it going offensively,” said Heller. “Anything that we did do happened late. We couldn’t get lead-off guys, to try to make things happen and put some pressure on them. We had a couple opportunities to execute, and we didn’t get that done either. It cost us, and it cost us big.”
Brody Brecht got the start on the mound for Iowa. He threw 7 1/3 innings and allowed four hits and two runs (one earned). He struck out 10 and walked two.
Jack Young threw 1 1/3 innings and allowed one run. He struck out three, walked three and allowed two hits.
Seegers was 3-for-4 and Wilmes and Davis Cop each tallied two hits for the Hawkeyes.
The Hawkeyes return to action tomorrow at 10 a.m. (CT) for an elimination game against the No. 1 seeded Illinois Fighting Illini at Charles Schwab Field.
(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Atlantic School District’s Board of Directors, Wednesday evening discussed an assessment of District facilities, and then selected the Iowa Construction Advocate Team (ICAT) to conduct the assessment. Board President Kristy Pellett said the District Facilities Advisory Committee has confidence in the IASB (Iowa Association of School Boards) and their program focused on educational facilities. The IASB collaborates with Estes Construction to offer the Iowa Construction Advocate Team (ICAT).
ICAT services include, but are not limited to:
The Board also approved a Classified Support Staff Union Contract for the 2024-25 School Year. Board Vice-President Laura McLean explained they ended-up with a “pretty straight forward six-percent increase for almost all the staff, but those who are working Nutrition are getting 7.5-percent, because as we looked at comparisons to other districts that are comparable size, we thought that those salaries in particular needed to be boosted a bit.”
The Bargaining Unit had brought the matter to the attention of the District’s Negotiating team, because they felt those salaries needed to be increased. McLean said, “In particular I think we had a goal we wanted to make sure that everybody is making at least a 15-dollar hourly rate, who’s working [in] our buildings.”
Board member Gini Jordan “It was good negotiating. I thought we went back and forth quite a bit. I felt like everybody was heard and listened to.” Lisa Jones, District Director of Finance said “We have not set the rates for Admin or Directors or some of those other pieces, but…the Certified Supplemental Pay [was] approved through the teacher’s contract Union.” She said while they did go up in salaries, “It didn’t kind of change our overall plan, as far as overall spending.”
Superintendent Dr. Beth Johnsen said she “received a nice e-mail from our head negotiator, and they were very pleased and happy of just the whole process and appreciate of just the increase.”
In other business, the Atlantic School Board approved a staffing recommendation for Summer School. And, they received a presentation from District Director of Nursing, Kelli Evans.
The Board’s next regular meeting is at 5:30-p.m. on June 12th.
ADAIR COUNTY, Iowa – Officials with the Joint Unified Command said Wednesday evening, they were sad to announce that “four fatalities and at least 35 injuries were the result of the tornado that impacted the Greenfield, Adair County, Iowa area during the afternoon hours of Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
“The names and ages of those killed in the severe weather event are not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.
“It should be noted that it is believed that the number of those injured is likely higher, but these numbers reflect only those patients treated for their injuries at designated alternate care sites. At least 14 patients were transported to out-of-county medical facilities by various EMS Services.
“If you believe that a friend or loved one is still unaccounted for, please call the Iowa Department of Public Safety Storm Lake State Communication Center at 712-732-1341.
(Atlantic, Iowa) – Members of the City of Atlantic’s Parks Advisory Commission gathered this (Wednesday) afternoon at the Parks and Recreation Department office, to discuss several matters. The Commission received first, an update from Frank Saddlemire, of Atlantic, with regard to new signs for the Sunnyside Park Disc Golf Course. Saddlemire reminded the Commission he had applied for a grant in January of 2023 to create the new signs.
J&J Custom Graphics & Design took the time and custom built the signs, which will be installed as his time allows. Saddlemire was instrumental in bringing the sport of Disc Golf to Atlantic. Since it’s inception, it’s been used for numerous tournaments and area residents alike.
Frank Saddlemire shows one of the new Disc Golf course signs by J&J Graphics and Design
The Board received an update also, from Parks and Rec Coordinator Jeff Christensen, who said the person who was hired to install the “Pour and Play” playground safety material, will be in Atlantic this week to lay and level the rock base. If it holds up…keeping the weather in-mind…the people who will install the rubberized fall material should be in this Friday. “By Saturday, that playground should done.” Earlier this week, the playground equipment was installed.
Christensen mentioned also, the sand container apparatus for the pump at Sunnyside Pool was emptied. The equipment he said, had been “Duct-taped together. It hasn’t been filtering the water correctly for years,” apparently. New sand was installed for the filter, some gutting that was decayed. “So our pool is right now full of water. It went from looking like you could take a drink, to a farm pond brown, to a very yellowish color right now.” But it’s nearly filtered. The pool is running off of the old pump, he said, “We’re waiting for a strainer to come in with the new pump (That’s been ordered). And then when the new pump comes in, they’ll install it.”
Nishna Valley YMCA Director Dan Haynes said Vanessa Proehl has been hired as Manager for the Sunnyside Pool. Additional information with regard to the pool is expected to be released soon. In other business, the Parks Commission discussed wood chips for the Schildberg Playground equipment, the planting of various types of trees in the area of the Schildberg RV park. Volunteers with the assistance of Parks Department staff, will plant 32 trees as part of commitment to the Trees Forever organization. Local Trees Forever representative Dolly Bergmann said they would like more people to help with the project. Bring your shovels and a pair of gloves.
If you’d like to volunteer, call Dolly Bergmann at 712-249-9275.
(Johnston, Iowa) – The Iowa National Guard, in collaboration with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), has announced, the success of 12 soldiers from 8 different countries in obtaining their U.S. Citizenship. This initiative, facilitated by their service within the Iowa National Guard, provides a streamlined path to citizenship, enhancing both the diversity and strength of our military community in Iowa.
In acknowledgement of this remarkable achievement, Maj. Gen. Osborn will preside over a Command Retreat taking place at Camp Dodge, where these 12 Soldiers will be celebrated for their unwavering commitment and perseverance. This ceremony, occurring on the eve of Memorial Day weekend, serves as a poignant tribute to the enduring sacrifices of past and present service members. The Adjutant General will deliver is Memorial Day address and commend members of the command team for their exceptional performance. 
The Command Retreat will take place at the Camp Dodge Pool Pavilion Parade Field on Friday, May 23rd, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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