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Brewers Top Cards, 6-2

Sports

August 2nd, 2011 by Jim Field

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Nyjer Morgan hit a go-ahead, three-run double and the surging Milwaukee Brewers scored five runs in the fifth inning off Cardinals ace Chris Carpenter to rally for a 6-2 win over St. Louis on Monday night and extend their season-best winning streak to seven.  Milwaukee (61-49) moved 3 1-2 games ahead of St. Louis in the NL Central, its biggest lead of the season. The Brewers and Cardinals will play 11 more times this year.  Zack Greinke (9-4) allowed a first-inning, two-run homer to Matt Holliday, but the Brewers offense prevailed again in the second matchup this season of the former Cy Young winners.  The Brewers’ first six batters reached base in the fifth, with Morgan delivering the decisive hit.  Carpenter (6-8) appeared in complete control until the fifth when he had a 2-0 lead.

Adair Co Redistricting Committee to meet

News

August 2nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Members of the Adair County Temporary Redistricting Committee are set to meet this evening, in Greenfield. During their 6-p.m. session in the Adair County Boardroom at the courthouse, the redistricting committee will hold discussion on redistricting, along with the setting of the date, time and location of the next meeting.

Work on redistricting became necessary following the results of the 2010 census, which showed a population shift in Iowa.

Heat wave takes toll on Iowa crops, livestock

Ag/Outdoor, News

August 2nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – The heat wave continues to take a toll on Iowa’s crops and livestock.

In the weekly crop report on Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture says 75 percent of the corn crop is in good to excellent shape, a decrease from 80 percent the week before. Seventy-three percent of the soybean crop is in good to excellent condition, a slide from 79 percent.

The report says along with livestock losses, the hot and humid weather is slowing weight gain and lowering milk production.

Reports of over 14 inches of rain in the Dubuque area last Wednesday and Thursday caused flash flooding that damaged property and crops.

State climatologist Harry Hillaker says preliminary data shows that July was Iowa’s warmest month since August 1983 and the warmest July since 1955.

ERMA E. BLAKELY, 90, of Cranston, RI, (graveside svcs 8-5-11)

Obituaries

August 2nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

ERMA E. BLAKELY, 90, of Cranston, RI, died Sun., July 31st, in Warwick, RI. Graveside services for ERMA BLAKELY will be held on Fri., Aug 5th, at 11-a.m., in the Harlan Cemetery. Burmeister-Johannsen Funeral Home in Harlan has the arrangements.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Fri., Aug 5th, from 9-to 11-am.

ERMA BLAKELY is survived by:

Her son – Paul (Madelon) Gauer, of Sun City, Az.

Her daughter – Pamela (William) Sanders, of Cranston, RI.

2 grandsons

Missing Iowa couple’s truck found in Kansas City (update to earlier story)

News

August 2nd, 2011 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A truck belonging to a missing Iowa couple whose home was destroyed by fire has been found in Kansas City, Mo.

A badly burned body was found inside couple’s home in Warren County. More tests are needed for identification.

The Iowa Department of Public Safety says the truck was found on Sunday at an apartment complex. Officials don’t know who took the truck to Kansas City, and are still trying to find people who may have seen it between noon on Saturday and noon on Sunday.

Authorities are searching for 79-year-old James “Bill” Wood and his 72-year-old wife, Kaidena. They were last seen at a local auction Saturday morning.

Fire destroyed their home late Saturday. The body was found in the debris.

The Original Press Release is below.

Warren County, IOWA — Law enforcement officials in central Iowa are requesting the assistance of Iowans in locating the owners of a home that was destroyed by fire late Saturday night, and the whereabouts of a vehicle belonging to the residents.

The home of James “Bill” Wood and Kaidena “Kay” Wood was found engulfed in flames at 11:35 PM on Saturday, July 30, 2011.  The residents could not be located.  Police and fire officials were called immediately and got the fire under control during the night.  The Division of Criminal Investigation and the State Fire Marshal’s office were called to assist the Warren County Sheriff’s Office with the investigation.

Investigators found one body in the home, but the identity has not yet been confirmed.   They are seeking the public’s help in locating Kaidena “Kay” Lozelle Wood, age 72, and James “Bill” Wood, age 79.  They also are seeking information on a vehicle belonging to the Woods, a 2009 red Chevrolet Silverado pickup, with Iowa license plate number 426 SOC. Law Enforcement is attempting to locate anyone that may have seen this vehicle from Friday, July 29, 2011 through Sunday, July 31, 2011.

Anyone with information about Kaidena “Kay” Wood or James “Bill” Wood or the vehicle should call the Warren County Dispatch Center at 515-961-1122, or Iowa State Patrol Communications at 515-323-4360.

Kaidena Wood

James "Bill" Wood

Wood pickup side image

Wood pickup - front angle view

JAMES GEORGE KEARNS, 69, of Stuart (visitation 8-6-11)

Obituaries

August 1st, 2011 by Ric Hanson

JAMES GEORGE KEARNS, 69, of Stuart, died Fri., July 29th, at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. A gathering of friends of family & visitation for JAMES KEARNS will be held from 6-8pm Sat., Aug,. 6th, at the Johnson Family Funeral Home in Stuart.

Military Graveside services will be held 12:30 pm Fri., Sept. 16th, at the IA Veteran’s Cemetery in Van Meter, IA.

Online condolences may be left at www.johnsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

I-80/Avoca crash – final update 5:55-p.m 8-1-11

News

August 1st, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Two Neola residents and a woman from Council Bluffs were injured during a three-vehicle collision Sunday evening on Interstate 80, near Avoca. The Iowa State Patrol says 55-year old Debora Masker and 58-year old Robert Masker, both of Neola, and 53-year old Maureen Harvey, of Council Bluffs, suffered minor injuries during the collision, which happened at around 6:35-p.m. on I-80 westbound, at the 44-mile marker. The crash occurred as vehicles were merging into the right lane due at a bridge construction zone.

The patrol reports a 2008 Chevy Impala driven by Deborah Masker, was stopped in a line of traffic when the car was rear-ended by a 2004 Ford F-150 pickup, driven by Maureen Harvey. After the initial collision, the pickup rolled on its side, and the car was pushed forward during the impact, into the rear of a 2008Chevy truck, driven by 20-year old David Feuerhelm, of Cedar Rapids.

The Maskers were transported by Walnut Rescue to Myrtue Memorial Hospital in Harlan, while Maureen Harvey was transported to the same facility, by Avoca Rescue. The crash and subsequent investigation resulted in traffic being detoured around the site for a little more than two-hours.

Patrol Sgt. Bryan Michelsen told KJAN News accidents such as the one which occurred Sunday night are becoming more and more frequent, because motorists aren’t exercising common sense and courtesies. He says the Patrol has seen several incidents on eastbound I-80. Michelson says drivers need to heed the construction sign warnings about one-lane traffic ahead, and merge earlier, in order to avoid road rage incidents, or risk causing accidents.

PATRICIA ANN (PAT) EHRSAM KEATING, 81, of Casey (svcs 8-6-11)

Obituaries

August 1st, 2011 by Ric Hanson

PATRICIA ANN (PAT) EHRSAM KEATING, 81, of Casey, died Sun., July 31st, at the New Homestead in Guthrie Center. Funeral services for PATRICIA KEATING will be held 2-p.m. Sat., Aug. 6th, at the Casey United Methodist Church. Johnson Family Funeral Home in Stuart has the arrangements.

Visitation at the Casey United Methodist Church takes place from 6-8pm Fri., Aug. 5th.

Burial will be in the Canby Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Patricia Keating Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at www.johnsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Missing Bluffs juvenile – updated 3:30-p.m. Aug. 1st

News

August 1st, 2011 by Ric Hanson

Police in Council Bluffs say they have received new information concerning a missing teen, but are still actively looking for her. Officials said late this (Monday) afternoon,

17-year old Michaela Renee Allan, of Council Bluffs, has been communicating with her family and friends via Facebook, and has indicated she is fine and will return home.

Allan was last seen at the Council Bluffs Public Library, at around 4:30-p.m. Sunday.

The Council Bluffs P.D. says they believe the young woman is not in any danger at this time, but they would still like to know where she is. Michaela stands about 5-feet 6-inches tall, and weighs about 130 pounds. She was last seen wearing a multi-colored hat with lettering on it, a pink shirt, and tight, skinny jeans with high heels.

If you have come into contact with her, call the Council Bluffs Police Department at 712-328-4721.

2011 Hawkeye 10 All-Conference Baseball

Sports

August 1st, 2011 by Jim Field

First Team (* unanimous selection)

Pitchers:
*Taylor Kaufman, Glenwood, 12
*Chris Halbur, Kuemper Catholic, 10
*Zach Larrison, Lewis Central, 12

Catchers:
*Bryce Berg, Kuemper Catholic, 12
*Jeremy Gallagher, Denison-Schleswig, 12

Infielders:
*Casey Berg,  Kuemper Catholic, 10
*Matt Schulz, Glenwood, 12
Ben Bruck, Harlan, 11
Carter Ludwig, Kuemper Catholic, 10

Outfielders:
*Eric Toole, Lewis Central, 12
Cody Williams, Kuemper Catholic, 12
Nate Connealy, Lewis Central, 12

Utlitity:
Matt Berg, Kuemper Catholic, 12
Alex Brown, Harlan, 12
Gunnar Blum, Atlantic, 11

Second Team

Pitchers:
Austin Eller, Denison-Schleswig, 11
Nate Kramer, Lewis Central, 11
Tyler Hovey, Atlantic, 11

Catchers:
Ryan Matheny, Shenandoah, 12
Jeremiah Haug, Clarinda, 11

Infielders:
Dakota Woods, Clarinda, 10
Ethan George, Lewis Central, 11
Brady Thies, Denison-Schleswig, 11
Derek Schwartz, Harlan, 12

Outfielders:
Tyler Platt, Denison-Schleswig, 11
Blake Esbeck, Atlantic, 11
Ben Landers, Creston, 11

Utility:
Alec Forbes, Glenwood, 10
Corey Bertini, Glenwood, 9
Nick Leinen, Red Oak, 10

Honorable Mention
Derek Stork, Atlantic, 11
Chad Christensen, Atlantic, 10
Briar Evans, Creston, 10
Keaton Hulett, Creston, 10
Josh Keim, Glenwood, 12
Lucas Musich, Harlan, 11
Brett Vanderpool, Lewis Central, 12
Dakota White, Red Oak, 12
Adam Fichter, Shenandoah, 12
Austin Fichter, Shenandoah, 12