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Red Oak uses second set surge to fly past Atlantic

Sports

October 18th, 2021 by admin

The Red Oak Tigers swept past the Atlantic Trojans in a Class 3A Region 1 Volleyball Quarterfinal on Monday night at Red Oak High School. The Tigers jumped out to an early lead and used a big run at the end of the second set to grab the victory 25-10, 25-20, 25-10.

The Tigers jumped out quickly in the opening set and lead 12-1 early before racing away for the 25-10 win. The second set was a much different story. The teams traded points for a long stretch with Atlantic holding a slight advantage most of the way. Atlantic then used a 5 point run to lead 20-15. The Tigers then ripped off a 10 point run to snatch the set away from the Trojans 25-20 and seize all the momentum in the match. The Tigers scored the first 6 points of the third and rolled to the win. Atlantic Head Coach Michelle Blake said it was frustrating to let the Tigers grab that momentum back in the 2nd.

The Trojans had quite a few passes that ended up awkwardly close to the net and setting at the net was a bit off for most of the match. Coach Blake said the net play was tough to see given past results against the Tigers.

Atlantic ends the season with a record of 17-20. The 13th ranked Tigers improved to 28-9 on the season and will travel to face Sergeant Bluff-Luton on Wednesday night in the Regional Semifinals.

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Atlantic Parks & Rec Board meeting recap

Ag/Outdoor, News

October 18th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – Members of the City of Atlantic’s Parks and Recreation Department Board met Monday evening at City Hall. Parks and Rec Director Bryant Rasmussen reminds the public a Scarecrow Contest is underway in downtown Atlantic. For $20, people can rent a pole downtown and decorate with a scarecrow. The deadline to reserve a pole with the Chamber passed as of today (Monday, Oct. 18). All the proceeds benefit the Atlantic Food Pantry. Spectators can vote for their favorite scarecrow by making a monetary donation, located at the chamber. Votes must be cast between Oct 18th-31st.

A reminder also, of this weekend’s “Tour de Parks” bike ride. The ride will start and end at Sunnyside park and is about 9.5 miles, but it is broken into 6 stages and goes past all the different parks in Atlantic. Come do all the stages or just do a few. Come enjoy great conversation and learn more about the great things happening in the area. There will be local organizations along the route with free goodies and giveaways showcasing many upcoming events. The Parks and Recreation Department has bikes and helmets you can use free of charge. If you have questions, please contact the Parks and Rec Office at (712) 243-3542.

Another event Bryant spoke about during the Parks and Rec Board Monday, is the Lions Club Pancake Supper from 4:30-until 7-p.m. Nov. 11.  The event takes place inside the Atlantic Community Building on the Cass County Fairgrounds. The cost is $7 per person for adults, children 12 and under at $5.00. Rasmussen said all the proceeds will be used toward the purchase of “inclusive playground equipment” for one of the City’s Park. One of the sites they’re looking at more specifically, is the Schildberg Recreation Area. Inclusive parks and ADA accessible, but designed for everyone.

Along that same line, Bryant Rasmussen said Atlantic Kiwanis and Lions Club members this past Saturday added more pea gravel around the various park playground equipment, as part of the service project day. Bryant says prior to the added gravel, the amount of fall material designed to protect kids against injury, was “definitely lacking.” He said about 20-tons of pea gravel was moved. The two swing sets at Cedar Park now have new pea gravel, along with a swing set at the Kiddie Korral at Sunnyside Park, and the playground set by the Kiddie Korral Shelter, as well.  Another project is being planned for this coming spring.

And, Rasmussen reported to the Board that a recycled plastic bench has been installed at Cedar Park basketball court area. It was donated by the Lions Club from all the recycled plastic. He said as of two weeks ago, the Elks Club reached their goal of 500 lbs of plastic. They’ve picked a color for their bench, which should arrive within the next four-to-five weeks. Bryant says two other organization: The City of Griswold and the Master Gardeners, are applying for similar benches. He says there are currently 1,800 lbs of plastic available for recycling projects. Their goal had been 500 lbs over six months, so they’ve surpassed in less time than expected. Byrant says they take in about 200-to 300-lbs per week.

For more information on how you can sponsor a recycled bench, contact the Parks and Rec Office at (712) 243-3542.

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Atlantic Parks & Rec to have a booth at the Youth MH Symposium on Oct. 25th

News

October 18th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – One of the informational booths to be featured as part of next Monday’s Youth Mental Health Symposium, will be staffed by Atlantic Parks & Rec Department staff. The symposium will be held from 5-until 7:45-p.m. Oct. 25th, at the Atlantic High School. Park and Rec Director Bryant Rasmussen says “Our main focus is going to be obviously on outdoor recreation, and just trying to promote the impacts that outdoor recreation can have on mental health, and then also push that people can take advantage of it through the Atlantic Parks and Rec Department to utilize that.”

Bryant said that’s especially true during the winter months when people don’t like to be outside, but “there’s still things that we offer to allow people to get out and about. through trails and cross country skis, sledding, or anything like that.”

All middle school and high school students, parents, and community members in Cass County are invited to attend the symposium. The free event includes a meal sponsored by area businesses, door prizes, and free childcare. Motivational speaker Joe Beckman will talk about the importance of human connection at a time when loneliness is at an all-time high, and a series of short presentations will be given on issues affecting students today, including anxiety, healthy relationships, and mental health awareness. Organizations from Cass County and across the state will be at the event providing resources to students, parents, and community members.

No registration is required, but those needing childcare are asked to RSVP to Sarah Rose at srose@atlanticschools.org or 712-243-5358. To slow the spread of COVID-19, masks are encouraged and will be available at the door.

For information on community wellness events or resources, follow Healthy Cass County on Facebook @HealthyCassCounty.

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Deere & UAW resume contract talks amid strike

Ag/Outdoor, News

October 18th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – Representatives of the United Auto Workers and John Deere say contract talks have resumed. Ninety percent of union workers rejected Deere’s initial contract offer and more than 10-thousand workers at 14 John Deere plants and distribution centers have been on strike last Thursday. Union members say Deere’s initial offer did not meet their wage and retirement goals, plus the union says it’s important to end a two-tiered pay system that ensures younger workers get less. A spokeswoman for the company says John Deere is fully committed to the collective bargaining process, resolving the strike and giving production and maintenance workers the opportunities to earn the best wages.

Revenue for the first three quarters of Deere and Company’s current fiscal year is up 11 percent and net income is up 84 percent compared to the same portion of 2019, before the pandemic hit. The turn-out at many picket lines today (Monday) was larger than it had been in the opening days of the strike.

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Cass County Businesses Invited to October 25 ‘ Make it OK in the Workplace’

News

October 18th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – There have been lots of local events and news recently about mental health in Cass County, in part because mental health was identified as the top health need in the 2021 Cass County Community Health Needs Assessment this spring. If you’re curious about how you can make a difference, Monday, October 25, offers two opportunities for area businesses and individuals to learn how to “Make it OK” at the Cass County Community Center in Atlantic. The sessions are free to attend and open to all people in Cass County. The schedule is as follows:

• Noon – 1 p.m. (Lunch will be served. RSVP required by Oct. 21.)
• 2-3 p.m. (Refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.)

Make It OK is a campaign by the Healthiest State Initiative to “reduce stigma by starting conversations and increasing understanding” about mental health. The Healthiest State Initiative is a statewide nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to improving the health and wellness of Iowans.

Jami Haberl, Executive Director of the Healthiest State Initiative, says “Stigma prevents people from getting the help and support they need.” Haberl will be leading the presentations in Cass County. Visit MakeItOK.org/Iowa to learn more. Both sessions will include the same information and will touch on the important role workplaces play in relation to mental health. According to the Healthiest State Initiative, mental health issues are costly for employers, and while work can contribute to mental well-being, work can also negatively affect mental wellness.

The Atlantic Lions Club and Cass County Iowa State University Extension are sponsoring lunch (A-Town Smokeshack and Miss NiNi’s Fine Desserts) for attendees of the noon session. Attendees must RSVP by Thursday, October 21 to receive lunch. To RSVP contact Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hoegh at bhoegh@iastate.edu or 712-249-5870 or call the Cass County Extension Office at 712-243-1132. Miss NiNi’s Fine Desserts will also be provided to all attendees of the 2 p.m. session, however no RSVP is required. Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling will provide refreshments at both sessions.

Seating will be arranged to allow for social distancing at the October 25 events, and masking is appreciated. A virtual session will be held online at 7:00 p.m. on Nov. 4, for those who would rather attend virtually or cannot attend the in-person events. To register for the Nov. 4 virtual event, visit www.iowahealthieststate.com/cassco.

Cass County Make it OK in the Workplace events are supported by Healthy Cass County, Cass County Iowa State University Extension, the Atlantic Lions, the Healthiest State Initiative, and the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Final IGHSAU Volleyball Rankings 10/18/2021

Sports

October 18th, 2021 by admin

2021 FINAL Iowa High School Volleyball RankingsCompiled by the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union
Monday, October 18

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Radio Iowa High School Football Poll 10/18/2021

Sports

October 18th, 2021 by admin

Class 5A
1. Cedar Rapids Kennedy (8-0), LW #1 @ Hempstead
2. Southeast Polk (7-1), LW #2 vs CR Jefferson
3. Ankeny (6-2), LW #5 vs DSM Lincoln
4. Urbandale (7-1), LW #4 vs Waukee Northwest
5. Dowling Catholic (5-3), LW #8 @ Waukee
6. WDM Valley (6-2), LW #3 vs DSM Roosevelt
7. Cedar Rapids Prairie (6-2), LW #6 @ #9 Linn-Mar
8. Iowa City High (7-1), LW #7 @ Davenport Central (Thur)
9. Linn-Mar (7-1), LW #10 LW vs #7 Prairie
10.Pleasant Valley (6-2), LW (X) @ Iowa City West

Class 4A
1. North Scott (8-0), LW #1 @ Mount Pleasant
2. Cedar Rapids Xavier (7-1), LW #2 @ Oskaloosa
3. Waverly-Shell Rock (7-1), LW #7 vs #9 Decorah
4. Lewis Central (6-2), LW #4 @ #7 Winterset
5. Indianola (7-1), LW #6 vs Boone
6. Bondurant-Farrar (7-1), LW #3 vs Norwalk
7. Winterset (7-1), LW #8 vs #4 Lewis Central
8. Webster City (6-2), LW #9 @ Denison-Schleswig
9. Decorah (6-2), LW #10 @ #3 Waverly-Shell Rock
10.Spencer (6-2), LW (X) vs Storm Lake

Class 3A
1. Harlan (8-0), LW #1 @ Knoxville
2. West Delaware (7-1), LW #2 vs Charles City
3. Boyden-Hull/Rock Valley (8-0), LW #3 @ Heelan
4. Solon (8-0), LW #4 vs Keokuk
5. Humboldt (8-0), LW #5 @ Algona
6. Nevada (7-1), LW #6 vs North Polk
7. Benton (7-1), LW #8 vs Central DeWitt
8. Sergeant Bluff-Luton (6-2), LW #9 vs Carroll
9. Independence (7-1), LW #7 @ Center Point-Urbana
10.ADM (Adel) (6-2), LW (X) vs Saydel

Final Class 2A
1. Waukon (7-1), LW #2 vs West Liberty
2. West Marshall (7-1), LW #3 vs Centerville
3. Southeast Valley (7-1), LW #1 vs Sheldon
4. OABCIG (7-1), LW #4 vs Red Oak
5. West Lyon (6-2), LW #5 vs Garner-Hayfield-Ventura
6. Greene County (7-1), LW #6 vs Roland-Story
7. North Fayette Valley (7-1), LW #7 vs New Hampton
8. Spirit Lake (6-2), LW #9 @ Osage
9. Estherville Lincoln Central (5-3), LW #8 @ #10 Central Lyon
10.Central Lyon /GLR (5-3), LW #10 vs #9 Estherville Lincoln Central

Final Class 1A
1. Van Meter (8-0), LW #1 vs Pleasantville
2. Iowa City Regina (8-0), LW #2 Cascade
3. Underwood (8-0), LW #3 vs Nodaway Valley
4. Dike-New Hartford (8-0), LW #4 vs Eagle Grove
5. Sigourney-Keota (8-0), LW #5 vs Durant
6. West Sioux (7-1), LW #6 vs West Monona
7. Pella Christian (7-1), LW #7 vs Mediapolis
8. Dyersville Beckman (8-0), LW #8 vs South Hardin
9. South Central Calhoun (97-1), LW #10 vs Emmetsburg
10.Denver (7-1), LW (X) vs MFL MarMac

Final Class A
1. West Hancock (8-0), LW #1 vs Alta-Aurelia
2. Grundy Center (7-1), LW #2 vs Saint Ansgar
3. North Linn (8-0), LW #3 vs Nashua-Plainfield
4. Woobury Central (7-1), LW #5 vs AHSTW
5. Logan-Magnolia (7-1), LW #6 vs LeMars Gehlen
6. Lisbon (7-1), LW #7 vs Bellevue
7. East Buchanan (7-1), LW #8 vs Newman Catholic
8. North Butler (7-1), LW #4 vs Nashua-Plainfield
9. Belle Plaine (7-1), LW #9 vs Earlham
10. Mount Ayr (6-2), LW #10 vs Madrid

Final 8-Player
1. Montezuma (9-0), LW #1 vs New London
2. CAM (Anita) (8-0), LW #2 vs East Mills
3. Easton Valley (8-0), LW #3 vs Dunkerton
4. Remsen St. Mary’s (8-0), LW #4 vs Exira/EHK
5. WACO (8-0), LW #5 vs Edgewood-Colesburg
6. Turkey Valley (8-0), LW #6 vs Springville
7. Lenox (8-0), LW #7 vs Lamoni
8. Audubon (7-1), LW #8 vs Stanton/Essex
9, Kee High (7-1), LW #9 vs Northwood-Kensett
10.Newell-Fonda (7-1), LW #10 @ Janesville

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Red Oak woman arrested on two theft warrants

News

October 18th, 2021 by admin

Red Oak Police report the arrest on Monday afternoon of 44-year-old Chrystal Rush Stewart of Red Oak on 2 active warrants for Theft 5th Degree. She was arrested at 2:00 p.m. at 106 West Coolbaugh Street in Red Oak and taken to the Montgomery County Jail and held on $600 bond.

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LOIS BERNICE KAHLER, 103, of Council Bluffs (Svcs. 10/21/2021)

Obituaries

October 18th, 2021 by admin

LOIS BERNICE KAHLER, 103, of Council Bluffs died Monday, October 18th at Midlands Living Center in Council Bluffs. Funeral services for LOIS BERNICE KAHLER will be held on Thursday, October 21st at 10:00 a.m. at the Minden United Church of Christ. Pauley-Jones Funeral Home in Avoca has the arrangements.

Public visitation will be held on Thursday, October 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the church prior to services.

Burial will be in the Minden Cemetery.

LOIS BERNICE KAHLER is survived by:

Son: Gary (Karen) Kahler of Elkhorn, NE

3 Grandchildren

6 Great-Grandchildren

2 Great-Great-Grandchildren

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As holiday shopping ramps up early, Iowans need to be vigilant for crooks

News

October 18th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – Iowans are being warned to start their holiday shopping early due to shortages and long wait times for products, but now they’re also being warned to be careful how they’re going about finding gifts. Bao Vang, spokeswoman for the Better Business Bureau, says scammers are ready to take advantage, especially if you’re ordering something online.

“Thirty-five percent of scams reported to BBB Scam Tracker in 2021 so far are online purchase scams,” Vang says, “and they have been the riskiest scams for the last two or three years.” Vang says the bureau’s Scam Tracker shows each person who fell victim to an online scam lost more than a hundred dollars on average.

“Seventy-five percent of those who report scams related to online shopping lose money,” she says. “The largest demographic being targeted are people ages 18 to 24-years-old.” Vang says consumers should protect themselves by doing their research, watching out for deals that appear too good to be true, and anytime you’re paying with a credit card.

On the web at: BBB.org/scamtracker

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