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Grinnell College student accused of arson, breaking windows

News

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

GRINNELL, Iowa (AP) – Authorities have arrested a Grinnell College student who they say started a fire on campus, broke windows and set off alarms. The Des Moines Register reports 21-year-old Rafael Estrada was arrested on campus around 1:30 p.m. Monday. He remained jailed Wednesday.

Online court records show Estrada is charged with arson and criminal mischief. Estrada’s home is in the Granada Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles. Campus police say Estrada set a garbage can on fire Sunday morning and later in the day activated alarms in a building and broke windows in Loose Hall.

CLEO A. ANDERSON, 91, of Harlan (Svcs. 12/3/16)

Obituaries

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

CLEO A. ANDERSON, 91, of Harlan, died Monday, Nov. 28th, in Atlantic. A Mass of Christian Burial for CLEO ANDERSON will be held 10:30-a.m. Saturday, Dec. 3rd, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Harlan. Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan has the arrangements.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 1-until 8-pm Friday (12/2), where a Wake service takes place at 7-p.m., Friday.

Burial will be in the Harlan Cemetery.

CLEO ANDERSON is survived by:

His daughter – Julie Bennett, of Harlan.

His daughter-in-law: Penny Anderson, of Harlan.

6 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, other relatives & friends.

Emerson man arrested on traffic-related violations

News

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

A traffic stop Tuesday night in Red Oak resulted in the driver of a 1999 Mazda being arrested for Driving Under Suspension and failure to file SR-22 Insurance. 26-year old Patrick Neil Jack, of Emerson, was taken into custody at around 8:50-p.m. at the intersection of E. Valley and Broad Streets.  He was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $1,000 bond.

He was pulled over because the license plates did not match the vehicle he was driving. Jack informed Red Oak Police officers that he knew he was suspended and did not have a valid driver’s license. In fact, records indicated he had three license withdrawls in effect. Jack stated that he was driving because he need to take his girlfriend to the hospital due to a medical issue.

Police asked the woman if she needed an ambulance, but the woman said she could wait.

NWS forecast for Cass & surrounding counties in IA: 11/30/16

Weather

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

Early This Morning: Cloudy. West wind 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph.
Today: Cloudy, breezy. A slight chance of light snow through the day. A slight chance of light rain early in the afternoon. High in the upper 30s. West wind 15 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation 20 percent.
Tonight: Cloudy. Low in the upper 20s. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph with gusts to around 25 mph.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy. High in the upper 30s. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy. Low in the mid 20s. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Partly sunny. High in the upper 30s. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy. Low in the lower 20s.
Saturday: Partly sunny. High in the upper 30s.

Colson’s 24 points lead Notre Dame to 92-78 win over Iowa

Sports

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Bonzie Colson had season-high 24 points and a career-high 17 rebounds, Steve Vasturia tied a career-high with 22 points and Notre Dame overcame squandering a 15-point lead in the first half to beat Iowa 92-78 Tuesday night in the ACC/Big Ten Challenge.

Colson made all 12 of his free throws and Vasturia made all seven of his as Notre Dame (7-0) made 30 of 33 free throws while the Iowa was 12 of 16. The Irish also had a 45-32 advantage in rebounds.

Iowa (3-4) had its largest lead of the second half at 52-50 when Notre Dame hit four straight shots and Iowa missed four straight during a 10-0 run capped by Vasturia driving through the lane for a layup to give Notre Dame a 60-52 lead.

The Irish extended the lead to 79-63 on a jumper by Farrell.

Freshman Jordan Bohanon, whose previous season-high was six points, finished with a team-high 23 points. Jok, coming off a career-high 42 points against Memphis, struggled throughout, making 4 of 20 shots for 15 points.

 

Iowa early News Headlines: Wed., Nov. 30th 2016

News

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press at 3:40 a.m. CST

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — As trials near for two brothers accused of conspiring to fix lottery games in five states, details are emerging about an additional Colorado game a prosecutor says was rigged and software found on computers that could have enabled more game rigging. Assistant Iowa Attorney General Rob Sand is preparing to take to trial early next year Eddie Tipton, a former lottery computer technology official, and his brother Tommy.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — An Ankeny father has been charged with first-degree murder after the death of a toddler he is accused of injuring earlier this year. The Des Moines Register reports that 29-year-old Michael Anthony Lourens was arrested Monday on the murder charge and a count of child endangerment causing death. Police say the 9-month-old baby suffered a traumatic brain injury while in Lourens’ care on Jan. 20. Officials say the girl later died, leading to the new charges against Lourens.

WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) — A sixth felon from Waterloo has been convicted and sentenced for voting in the 2012 presidential election. Robert Earl Anthony entered an Alford plea, acknowledging he could be convicted of election misconduct but not admitting guilt. A judge fined him $750 and ordered him to complete community service. Anthony was one of eight Waterloo residents with prior felonies who were charged with illegally voting in the November 2012 election.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Meteorologists say warmer weather has brought unusual November weather to the central Midwest: tornadoes. The National Weather Service says as many as four tornadoes were reported Monday afternoon in central and northeast Iowa, while three were spotted Sunday in south-central Nebraska. A meteorologist says warmer weather allowed a typical late-fall storm track to move north.

NE woman arrested in Fremont County on numerous drug charges

News

November 30th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

A traffic stop early Tuesday morning in Fremont County resulted in the arrest of a Nebraska woman on numerous drug charges. Fremont County Sheriff Kevin Aistrope reports his K9 Unit stopped a vehicle driven by 28-year old Jaimi Buchholz, of Cook, NE. During the course of a routine investigation, deputies found Buchholz to be in possession of methamphetamine, butane hash oil, marijuana and marijuana edibles, and drug paraphernalia. She was also found to be unlawfully in possession of prescription medication. Buchholz was transported to the Fremont County Law Enforcement Center, where she was awaiting her initial court appearance.

Jaimi Buchholz

Jaimi Buchholz

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30th

Trading Post

November 30th, 2016 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  GPX Karaoke CD & G Party Machine with extra CD’s, $50.  Yamaha 6 string acoustic guitar with hard shell case, $150.  Bundy trombone with case, $100.  Call 243-2408, leave message if no answer.

WANTED:  1969 Anita Spartan yearbook.  Call 243-2408, leave message if no answer.

FOR SALE: Golden Companion Electric Mobility Scooter. Adjustable swivel seat. New battery and starter switch. Works like new. Never driven outdoors. $950. Elk Horn area. 712-304-5375 for more details.

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FOR SALE:  24 cubic foot side-by-side Kelvinator refrigerator.  Also, a wonder horse, antique or a great Christmas gift.  And, a variety of lighted Christmas ornaments, wreath, reindeer, etc.  All can be seen at 1907 Chestnut in Atlantic.  Call 712-243-5447.

FOR SALE:  Raisin-man collection, includes 21 figurines, pins, audio tapes and a bank.  Also, a two burner electric hot plate.  Call 243-9475 or 256-656-5518.

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FOR SALE:  Harvard air hockey table. 4′ x 7 1/2′ includes two pucks and pushers has light that projects score onto table. $100. call 712-249-0534.  SOLD!

Carroll man injured in Greene County crash, Tuesday

News

November 29th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa State Patrol says a truck and trailer hauling soft drink products crashed Tuesday morning in Greene County about five-miles southwest of Jefferson, injuring a man from Carroll County. 34-year old Bradley Edward Ruhnke, of Carroll, was driving a 2002 International tractor trailer westbound on E-57 at around 9:30-a.m., when the semi went out of control, crossed the center line of the road and hit the corner of a bridge before rolling over and coming to rest mostly hanging over the bridge, with the trailer in Greenbriar Creek. The truck was owned by the Pepsi-Cola Company, out of Carroll.

Ruhnke was transported by ambulance to the Greene County Medical Center in Jefferson and later flown to a hospital in Des Moines. A report on his condition was not available. Officials with the Iowa DNR say the crash caused an estimated 200 gallons of diesel fuel and other fluids to be released into the creek. Emergency responders placed absorbent booms into the creek to catch and absorb the petroleum products.

The spill was contained. The DNR was monitoring clean-up activities as the trucking company and contractors worked to remove the diesel fuel. The DNR says it will consider appropriate enforcement action.

Big Ten hands out postseason Volleyball awards

Sports

November 29th, 2016 by admin

The Big Ten Conference announced their postseason Volleyball award winners on Tuesday.

ALL-BIG TEN
Ali Bastianelli, So., MB, ILL
Jordyn Poulter, So., S, ILL
ABBY COLE, Sr., MB, MICH
Alyssa Garvelink, Jr., MB, MSU
SARAH WILHITE, Sr., OH MINN
SAMANTHA SELIGER-SWENSON, So., S, MINN
Hannah Tapp, Sr., MB, MINN
Kelly Hunter, Jr., S, NEB
Amber Rolfzen, Sr., MB, NEB
KADIE ROLFZEN, Sr., OH, NEB
JUSTINE WONG-ORANTES, Sr., L, NEB
TAYLOR SANDBOTHE, Sr., MB, OSU
SIMONE LEE, Jr., OH, PSU
HALEIGH WASHINGTON, Jr., MB, PSU
DANIELLE CUTTINO, Jr., OH, PUR
LAUREN CARLINI, Sr., S, WIS
Haleigh Nelson, Sr., MB WIS
Tionna Williams, So., MB, WIS

HONORABLE MENTION
Brandi Donnelly, Jr., L, ILL
Jazzmine McDonald, Sr., MB, IND
Loxley Keala, Sr., S, IOWA
Gia Milana, Fr., OH, MD
MacKenzi Welsh, Fr., S, MICH
Autumn Bailey, Jr., OH, MSU
Rachel Minarick, Jr., S, MSU
Molly Lohman, Jr., MB, MINN
Mikaela Foecke, So., OH, NEB
Briana Holman, Jr., MB, NEB
Symone Abbott, Jr., OH, NU
Taylor Hughes, So., S, OSU
Faye Adelaja, Sr., MB, PUR
Molly Haggerty, Fr., OH, WIS

ALL-FRESHMAN TEAM
Jacqueline Quade, OH, ILL
GIA MILANA, OH, MD
MacKenzi Welsh, S, MICH
Alexis Hart, OH, MINN
Tori Gorrell, MB, PSU
Kendall White, L, PSU
MOLLY HAGGERTY, OH, WIS

Unanimous selections in CAPS

PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Sarah Wilhite, MINN

DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR
Justine Wong-Orantes, NEB

SETTER OF THE YEAR
Samantha Seliger-Swenson, MINN

FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR
Molly Haggerty, WIS

COACH OF THE YEAR (COACHES AND MEDIA)
John Cook, NEB

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD HONOREES
Katie Stadick, ILL
Jessica Leish, IND
Ashley Mariana, IOWA
Samantha Higginbothem, MD
Kelly Murphy, MICH
Allyssah Fitterer, MSU
Paige Tapp, MINN
Brooke Smith, NEB
Caleigh Ryan, NU
Kylie Randall, OSU
Faye Adelaja, PUR
Laura Broerman, PSU
Mikaela Matthews, RU
Tori Blake, WIS

ALL CAPS denotes unanimous selection

(From bigten.org)