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Cass County BOS approves 1934 lithograph

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August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Stephenson shows a laminated copy of the 1934 US Constitution lithograph

Gary Stephenson shows the Cass Co. Supervisors matted & framed lithograph

The Cass County Board of Supervisors have approved a request from Gary Stephenson, of Ft. Dodge, to display a 1934 lithograph of the U-S Constitution inside the courthouse. Stephenson is traveling through each of Iowa’s 99 Counties in hopes of local officials express an interest in having the lithographs displayed in the various 100 county courthouses in the state. Stephenson says the rare lithographs will be framed and matted. He says the father of a man in Chicago worked for a lithographer who created the original product with gold inlay. Currently only three machines in the country, one of which is owned by the U-S Government, is capable of producing the images.

With the Supervisor’s approval, Stephenson will seek out 10 sponsors for the prints, such as local veteran’s organizations, to pay $70 each to cover the costs. Stephenson says he’ll make the same presentation next week, in Corning. The Adair County Board of Supervisors have already purchased their copy of the lithograph, which is set to be unveiled next week.

In Union County, most of the sponsors for the lithograph are already lined-up, while other counties in the area are in-line to receive Stephenson’s presentation and decide on whether or not there is interest in displaying the print.

Cass County Board approves issuance of bonds for project

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August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Board of Supervisors, Wednesday (today), approved a Resolution calling for the issuance of $520,000 in bonds, to pay for the northwest water & sewer extension project. The project, in the Amaizing Energy Urban Renewal Area, is nearly finished, with the exception of final inspections and seeding of the grassy areas.

Funds for the bonds will come from the 1st Whitney Bank and Trust in Atlantic, at an interest rate of 3.35%. The County will pay the principal on the bonds in 20 annual installments of $26,000 each, but they have the option to pay the total amount off without penalty. There is also an option to refinance the bonds after 10-years, if necessary.

Cass-Atlantic Development Corporation Executive Director Russell Joyce commended the Board for approving the bond issuance, because of the economic development opportunities the project could spur in the area, in terms of industry.

In other business, the Supervisors approved a bid from Vogel Traffic Services, for conducting pavement markings countywide. Vogel, who performed the same task last year, bid $24, 336 for the project. Rich Hansen, Assistant to County Engineer Charles Marker, said the company will repaint the yellow and white lines on about one-half of the county’s roads. The County alternates painting approximately one-half of its roads every year, because the markings are usually good for nearly two-years. County crews will handle some of the other, necessary pavement markings.

Backyard and Beyond 08-17-2011

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

August 17th, 2011 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Wendy Wittrock with the Cass County Landfill about some special recycling programs.

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8AM Sportscast 08-17-2011

Podcasts, Sports

August 17th, 2011 by admin

w/ Jim Field

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KEITH WILLIAM BLANKENSHIP, 84, of Harlan (Svcs 08-19-2011)

Obituaries

August 17th, 2011 by admin

KEITH WILLIAM BLANKENSHIP, 84, of Harlan died Monday, August 15th at his home.  Funeral services for KEITH WILLIAM BLANKENSHIP will be held at 11:00am Friday, August 19th at the Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Harlan.

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Visitation will be held from Noon-9pm on Thursday, August 18th at the funeral home with family present from 6-8pm.

KEITH WILLIAM BLANKENSHIP is survived by:

Daughter: Linda Duncan of Lemars

Sisters: Ione “Penny” Erickson of Golden, CO and Loma Pilant of Bennington, NE

Brother: Duane Blankenship of Pender, NE

2 Grandchildren

2 Great-Grandchildren

Frederickson Memorial Fund donates to Child Care Center

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August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

The Trevor Frederickson Memorial Fund recently visited the Ann Wickman Center in Atlantic, bringing new toys and a $100.00 donation to the center. 

Dianna Williams, director of the center and several children of the daycare program are shown with Melanie Petty of the fund.  “Dianna and I are working on some ideas for future donations to the center.  Trevor always had a soft spot for little kids and it’s a good fit for us to help them out” said Melanie.

(Press Release)

Found dog in Massena

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August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Found in MassenaA female beagle w/faded pink flea collar. The dog has a tan/brown face w/freckles on its face and legs, and a mostly black body.

If this is your animal, call 779-3723.

Heartbeat Today 08-17-2011

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

August 17th, 2011 by admin

Jim speaks with OJ Fargo about a civil war program this Sunday at the Hitchcock House.

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Wednesday, August 17th

Trading Post

August 17th, 2011 by Ric Hanson

FOR SALE: two 4×8-foot trailers, in good shape. $275 each. Call 712-243-7734.

FOR SALE: Dorm refrigerator….works fine….good for garage too!  40.00 OBO…. CALL 712 254 0217.

FOR SALE: I have a wooden bunk bed set with mattresses for sale, still in good shape asking $75.  712-249-3671.

WANTED: a decent full size bed mattress set with frame.   712-249-3671.

FOR SALE: Whirlpool gas stove, self-cleaning, super capacity 465, white, digital, very good condition, only used about 4 1/2 years. $100. 712-249-6812.

WANTED: Electric dryer. 243-1559

TO GIVE AWAY: Two free dogs. Great with kids. House trained. Only going to homes where they will be indoor pets. Call or text 402-917-1223

This is Your Nishna Valley 08-13-2011

Podcasts, This is Your Nishna Valley

August 17th, 2011 by admin

w/ Jim Field and Stacie Linfor

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