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2 arrests in Montgomery County

News

October 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reports two arrests took place, Tuesday. At around 2:20-p.m., deputies arrested 59-year old William Elliott, of Red Oak, on two warrants out of Fremont County. The warrants were for Violation of a No Contact Order, and Operating a vehicle without the Owners Consent. Elliott was transported from the Montgomery County Jail by Fremont County deputies, back to the Fremont County Jail.

And, at around 12:40-p.m. Tuesday, deputies in Montgomery County arrested 27-year old Zackery Haley, of Villisca, for Violation of a No Contact Order. Haley was being held at the Jail in Red Oak.

Reminder: IA DOT license stations closed Thursday

News

October 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

A reminder from Cass County Treasurer Tracey J. Marshall: All Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) driver’s license stations will be closed Thursday, Oct. 8th, for employee training. The stations will resume full operations beginning 8:30-a.m., Friday.

Atlantic ready to host Cross Country Meet Thursday

Sports

October 7th, 2015 by admin

The Atlantic Boys and Girls Cross Country teams are preparing for their home meet on Thursday, October 8th at the Atlantic Golf and Country Club.  Racing will begin at 4:00pm with the Middle School Girls race.  The final of 6 races is set to begin at 6:00pm.  Spectators should enter on 22nd Street  and park in the driving range.  The start and finish area will be near the parking area at the Hole 10 tee box area.  Approximately 900 runners are expected to take par in the meet with 28 Varsity teams on hand.

In the Girls Varsity race 3A 7th ranked Dallas Center-Grimes and 3A 12th ranked Denison-Schleswig will be the team favorites.  Harlan, Glenwood, and Shenandoah-Essex (9th in 2A) are some of the expected top challenging teams.  Individually Lexi Smith of Dallas Center-Grimes will be one of the favorites to win the race with Tiffany Williams of Atlantic, Ellie Mendlik of Denison-Schleswig, and Kye Madsen of Lewis Central are expected to challenge for the lead.  The Girls race will feature 160 plus runners.

In the Boys Varsity Race 3A 4th Ranked Dallas Center-Grimes is a slight team favorite with 3A 6th Ranked Harlan, 3A 13th Ranked Winterset, and Thomas Jefferson some of the top contenders. Individually Cooper McDermott of Creston and Brenden O’Brien of Lewis Central are expected to battle for the win with John Dahlheimer of Thomas Jefferson and Curtis Harryman of Winterset expected to compete at the front.

The meet will also feature a Co-Ed Trophy and Dallas Center-Grimes will be a large favorite to win. Harlan, Shenandoah, Winterset, Lewis Central, and Atlantic are also expected to have good showings in both races.

Atlantic Fireman’s Picnic and Parade set for this weekend

News

October 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce and the Atlantic Volunteer Fire Department have partnered together to create the First Annual Firemen’s Picnic before the Firemen’s Parade.  Chamber Executive Director Quida Wymer says “The goal is to bring the community downtown early to shop their favorite businesses, enjoy a BBQ meal and stay for the Annual Parade.” EventPhotoFull_Firemen's hat graphic

The picnic begins at 4 p.m. The meal is $6 and includes a brisket sandwich, baked beans, chips and a drink. The meat is being provided by the Atlantic Locker and Henningsen’s Processing, and will be smoked by participants in the 1st Annual “Smokin’ the Competition” BBQ smoke-off taking place this Friday evening, on 6th Street, between Chestnut and Poplar.

Entertainment for all ages will be available throughout the evening. Face Painters, Clowns, a Bounce House and a landing from Lifenet will be at the picnic along with performances by Isiserettes Drill & Drumline and the Pleasant Green Baptist Church Marching Saints. The award winning ministry allows the youth to express themselves through dance and drum corp. Their ages range from 3 years old to 20.

Following the picnic at 6 p.m. you can watch the Firemen’s Parade from Chestnut Street. To be a part of the parade, please begin line up at 4 p.m. at 3rd & Olive Street. There will be volunteers there to direct you where to go.

The Firemen’s Picnic and Parade is presented to you by the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce, Atlantic Volunteer Fire Department and sponsored by Atlantic Locker, Henningsen’s Processing, Lloyd and Meredith, W & S Appliance, Megan Roberts, State Farm, Cappels’ Ace Hardware, Designer Portraits, Great Western Bank, Pelgas, Rancho Grande & Robinson’s True Value. For more information on the Firemen’s Picnic & Parade or a full list of activities, visit www.atlanticiowa.com.

Glenwood man arrested Tues. on MO. warrant for burglary & more

News

October 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

The Mills County Sheriff’s Office reports a Glenwood man was arrested Tuesday on a warrant out of Nodaway County, MO.

Benjamin Ensley

Benjamin Ensley

21-year old Benjamin Ensley faces charges that include Burglary in the 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action, Assault in the 2nd Degree, Theft in the 1st Degree, and Property damage. His bond was set at $50,000, altogether.

GERALD “JERRY” NORDELL HOILIEN, 55, of Key Largo, FL, [formerly of McGregor, IA] (Graveside svcs. 10-10-15)

Obituaries

October 7th, 2015 by admin

GERALD “JERRY” NORDELL HOILIEN, 55, of Key Largo, FL (&  formerly McGregor, IA) died September 30th, 2015. A Private Family Graveside service for JERRY HOILIEN will be held 1-p.m. Sat., Oct. 10th, in Boscobel, WI.

JERRY HOILIEN is survived by:

His daughters: Jada (Jake) Miller, of South Haven, MS; Josie Hoilien, of Key Largo, FL; and Katie Hoilien, of McGregor.

His sisters: Catherine (Larry Friedburg) Hoilien, of Denver, CO; Mary (Randy) Henningsen, of Marne; Julie (Jeff Mason) Hoilien, of Eldorado Springs, CO.

and 1 granddaughter

(Podcast) Heartbeat Today, 10/7/2015

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

October 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Jim Field speaks with local Civil Air Patrol members Doug Rossell and Jason Erickson, about an Oct. 27th E-Waste recycling event, in Atlantic.

Play

Iowa Association of Track Coaches Cross Country Rankings 10-06-2015

Sports

October 7th, 2015 by admin

4A

3A

BOYS GIRLS BOYS GIRLS
1.   Dowling WDM
2.   Cedar Falls
3.   Pleasant Valley
4.   Prairie CR
5.   Waukee
6.   Valley WDM
7.   Urbandale
8.   Iowa City West
9.   Dubuque Senior
10. Iowa City City High
11. Johnston
12. Indianola
13. Ankeny Centennial
14. Dubuque Hempstead
15. Waterloo West
1.   Urbandale
2.   Iowa City West
3.   Johnston
4.   Pleasant Valley
5.   Bettendorf
6.   Waukee
7.   Ankeny Centennial
8.   Muscatine
9.   Iowa City City High
10. Ames
11. Cedar Falls
12. Dowling WDM
13. Linn-Mar
14. Dubuque Hempstead
15. Roosevelt DM
1.   Mt. Vernon Lisbon
2.   Grinnell
3.   Pella
4.   DCG
5.   Marion
6.   Harlan
7.   Mt. Pleasant
8.   Xavier
9.   MOCFV
10. Gilbert
11. Decorah
12. Vinton
13. Winterset
14. Carlisle
15. Clear Creek
1.   Assumption
2.   Gilbert
3.   Pella
4.   Marion
5.   Decorah
6.   Ft. Madison
7.   DCG
8.   Spencer
9.   Ballard
10. Wahlert
11. Heelan
12. Denison-Schleswig
13. Humboldt
14. Charles City
15. Vinton-Shellsburg

2A

1A

BOYS GIRLS BOYS GIRLS
1.   Unity Christian
2.   Monticello
3.   Garner-Hayfield/Ventura
4.   Mid-Prairie
5.   Clear Lake
6.   Eagle Grove
7.   Williamsburg
8.   Waukon
9.   Shenendoah
10. Dike New Hartford
11. East Marshall, Legrand
12. NE, Goose Lake
13. South Winneshiek
14. Aplington-Parkersburg
15. Western Christian, Hull
1.   Monticello
2.   Osage
3.   Cascade
4.   South Winneshiek
5.   Pocahontas Area
6.   Williamsburg
7.   Mid-Prairie
8.   Unity Christian
9.   Shenendoah
10. North Polk
11. Mediapolis
12. CMB
13. Dike New Hartford
14. West Marshall, State Center
15. East Marshall
1. Nodaway Valley
2.   Bellevue
3.   Pekin
4.   Denver
5.   West Fork
6.   St. Edmond
7.   South Hamilton
8.   Regina Iowa City
9.   Panorama
10. Ogden
11. Dunkerton
12. Central Elkader
13. Tri Center
14. Newman
15. OA-BCIG
1.   Pekin
2.   Central Elkader
3.   West Fork
4.   North Linn
5.   Newman Mason City
6.   Regina Iowa City
7.   St. Edmond
8.   Panorama
9.   Starmont
10. Denver
11. Bellevue
12. Emmetsburg
13. St. Ansger
14. ELK Exira
15. North Iowa

Union County authorities search for hit-and-run vehicle

News

October 7th, 2015 by Ric Hanson

Authorities in Union County are looking for a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run accident early this (Wednesday) morning. The vehicle in question is described as a black Toyota with damage to its passenger side, and possibly green paint transferred in the process of the hit-and-run.

Officials say a 1997 Honda Civic driven by 42-year old Martin Kahi, of Creston, attempted to pass the Toyota on Highway 34, as it left the City of Creston at around 4:50-a.m., but the suspect vehicle blocked Kahi’s car from passing. As both vehicles continued east on Highway 34, the Toyota pulled over onto the shoulder of the road and allowed Kahi to pass.

The Toyota then pulled up beside the Civic in the west bound lane and eventually swerved back into the eastbound lane, blocking Kahi from heading east, and causing him to sideswipe the Toyota on the right side quarter panel and door. Anyone with information about the other vehicle should contact the Union County Sheriff’s Office.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7th

Trading Post

October 7th, 2015 by admin

FOR SALE: 4 white leather parsons dining room chairs, like new, beautiful, make an offer. 243-3755.

YARD SALE:  today, October 8th & 9th – 8 am – 5 pm in the backyard at 905 Elm Street in Atlantic, come through the alley.

FREE:  Tractor tire, used as sandbox for the last 30 years, but would be good for a flower bed as well. Free – you pick up in Lewis. 660-620-1873.

FOR SALE:  60″ of red vinyl upholstery fabric.  Call 319-573-6225 in Irwin.

FOR SALE: Duvet cover set…Sage.  Opened but never used.full/queen.  Also a pullover​ jacket, gray and XL, never worn, I got it when working at casino, and is very warm ​ says Harrahs on upper left​…712-304-5607.  Yard Sale…….saturday-9 am 208 Whitney St.

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FOR SALE:  Black Kenmore refrigerator with ice and water machine. 28 cubic feet and only used for two years. Please call 712-268-2236 in Exira. Best offer.