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Rulon Gardner Slimming Down for Final Shot

Sports

April 6th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Former Olympic gold medalist Rulon Gardner is 40 years old, he has dropped 200 pounds and he wants to make the U.S. Olympic team headed to London this summer. If he wants to keep that dream alive, he needs to lose another 25 pounds in just 15 days. The deadline for Gardner’s comeback as a Greco-Roman heavyweight is April 20. That’s when he must weigh 264.5 pounds or less to qualify for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Iowa City, Iowa. Gardner told The Associated Press in a phone interview on Thursday that he’s “close to 290” pounds, which is slightly above his goal with two weeks to go. But Gardner says losing the weight has given him a chance to start his life over again.

Drake Sophomore Guard Rayvonte Rice to Transfer

Sports

April 6th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Drake guard Rayvonte Rice, the third-leading scorer in the Missouri Valley Conference this past season, has been granted a release from his scholarship so he can transfer to another school. Drake coach Mark Phelps announced Rice’s abrupt release Thursday without specifying why he is leaving the program. Rice’s departure is a serious blow for the Bulldogs. Rice was a second-team All-MVC pick last season, averaging 16.8 points. The sophomore says in a statement that leaving the Bulldogs is a decision he felt he had to make. Phelps says he remains confident about the program’s future, adding that Drake fans will be excited by what they see next season.

Audit: Iowa should repay $2.6M in child care aid

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April 6th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Federal auditors are asking the state of Iowa to refund more than $2.6 million in funds for child care assistance for low-income families that was awarded years ago. A report posted online Thursday by the Office of Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says the state should have refunded most of the money in 2006 when a contractor overseeing the program dissolved. The report says the Iowa Department of Human Services gave the money to other contractors, which is not allowed under federal rules. The recommendation to give back the money has angered state officials, who say they consulted with the federal agency’s regional office on their plan to use the leftover funds and thought they had put the matter to rest years ago.

Iowa (early) News Headlines: Friday, April 6th 2012

News

April 6th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Governor Terry Branstad has signed into law a measure toughening Iowa’s child pornography and human trafficking laws. Branstad signed the measure Wednesday before a crowd of child advocates in a ceremony in his formal office.

HILLSBORO, Iowa (AP) — Four starving horses have been rescued by Henry County Animal Rescue in southeast Iowa. Dubuque television station KWQC reports that one of the horses was about 2 weeks old and that the animals had been without food for weeks. The animals were being kept on a property in rural Hillsboro. The owner signed over ownership of the horses. No arrests have been reported in the case.

OSCEOLA, Wis. (AP) — Polaris Industries plans to add 89 jobs in the western Wisconsin city of Osceola as it boosts production of Indian motorcycles. Minnesota-based Polaris acquired Indian last year and produces the motorcycles in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Engines for both Indian and Victory motorcycles are made at the Osceola plant, which employs about 100 people.

AUSTIN, Minn. (AP) — A regional pharmacy chain headquartered in Austin, Minnesota is acquiring seven additional drug stores. Astrup Drug says the acquisition involves Rushford Drug Company pharmacies in southern Minnesota and Iowa. Rushford Drug owner Tom Witt says it was important that he selected a family-owned buyer that would maintain a presence in small communities like Altoona, Iowa.

NWS Forecast for the KJAN listening area: Fri., April 6 2012

Weather

April 6th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

342 AM CDT FRI APR 6 2012

TODAY…SUNNY. HIGH IN THE MID 60S. SOUTHEAST WIND 10 TO 15 MPH WITH GUSTS TO AROUND 25 MPH.

TONIGHT...PARTLY CLOUDY THROUGH MIDNIGHT…THEN MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS AFTER MIDNIGHT. NOT AS COOL. LOW IN THE UPPER 40S. SOUTH WIND 10 TO 15 MPH WITH GUSTS TO AROUND 25 MPH. CHANCE OF PRECIPITATION 40 PERCENT.

SATURDAY…MOSTLY CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF SHOWERS AND ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS IN THE MORNING…THEN SUNNY IN THE AFTERNOON. BREEZY. HIGH IN THE MID 60S. SOUTHWEST WIND 10 TO 15 MPH SHIFTING TO THE NORTHWEST 15 TO 20 MPH WITH GUSTS TO AROUND 30 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON. CHANCE OF PRECIPITATION 40 PERCENT.

SATURDAY NIGHT…CLEAR. LOW IN THE UPPER 30S. NORTHWEST WIND 5 TO 15 MPH WITH GUSTS TO AROUND 25 MPH SHIFTING TO THE WEST UP TO 5 MPH AFTER MIDNIGHT.

SUNDAY…SUNNY…BREEZY. HIGH IN THE MID 60S. SOUTHWEST WIND 5 TO 10 MPH INCREASING TO 15 TO 20 MPH IN THE AFTERNOON.

SUNDAY NIGHT AND MONDAY…MOSTLY CLEAR. LOW AROUND 40. HIGH IN THE UPPER 50S.

3 arrested in Harlan for burglaries & vandalism

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April 5th, 2012 by admin

The Harlan Police department reports the arrests of several people over the past few days.

On Wednesday (April 4th), an anonymous tip led to the arrest of three persons in connection to burglaries that occurred at the fairgrounds and other criminal mischief.  Eighteen-year-old Frank Bates of Harlan was charged with three counts of Burglary 3rd, two counts of criminal mischief, theft 5th, and operating a motor vehicle without owner’s consent.  18year-old Matthew Scheuring of Harlan was charged with burglary 3rd and criminal mischief . And, a 17-year-old juvenile was charged with aiding and abetting operation without owner’s consent and aiding and abetting burglary.  Bates and Scheuring were taken to the Shelby County Jail and the juvenile was cited and released to their father.  A fourth person is being investigated in the case.

On Tuesday, 64-year-old David Peters of Harlan was arrested for public intoxication when Harlan police responded to a report of an unconscious person lying in the grass in front of a residence in the 1000 block of Park Street.

On March 30th, Bomgaar’s Supply Inc. called police in Harlan to report the theft of money by an employee.  Authorities report that 32-year-old Shelly Hulsebus of Council Bluffs was charged with 3rd degree theft.

And, on March 27th, police were called to the Brian Bowers residence in the 1400 block of College Blvd when a 1992 Mercury Sable was reported stolen.  The Shelby and Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Offices and the Iowa State Patrol stopped the stolen vehicle near the Underwood rest area after it was observed on Highway 59 and I-80.  The driver of the stolen vehicle was identified as 32-year-old Patrick James Schmitz of Harlan.  He was taken to the Pottawattamie County Jail.  Schmitz faces numerous traffic and criminal charges.

THURSDAY, APRIL 5th

Trading Post

April 5th, 2012 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 2 surround  sound  system, $ 75.00 each obo.  Lots  of  MISCELLANEOUS clothes all size  $5 bag come see  4/6  from 11:00 am til 4:00 pm at 701 west 7th or call 249-7173.
WANTED: I am looking for someone who installs the invisible dog fence in yards.  The person who did it a couple years ago for my son no longer does it. 712-243-1014 and leave a message.
FOR SALE: 48 inch patio table with an umbrella and a cover.  Also comes with 2 straight chairs and a swivel chair.  They are all an off white color.  243-1402.
FOR SALE: A like new apartment size refrigerator/freezer.   Fridge is about 2 cubic feet…freezer 1 cubic foot.  $100.  243-3232.
FOR SALE: A black Kenmore electric range.  $400.  243-3232.
WANTED: A good used post hole digger.  In Massena 779-3760.
FOR RENT: 1 bdrm apartment, 102 Meadow Lane, Minden, rental assistance may be available, must be 62 or older, handicapped or disabled. $346 per month. 712-328-2222 ext 20

Lenox man arrested on sex abuse warrant

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April 5th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

The Lenox Police Department reports today (Thursday), 23-year old Eric Almanza, of Lenox, was arrested Wednesday night on a warrant out of Union County for felony Sexual Abuse in the 3rd Degree. According to online court records, the offense allegedly occurred on January 30th. Almanza was transferred to the custody of a Union County deputy. His bond was set at $10,000.

Backyard and Beyond 04-05-2012

Backyard and Beyond, Podcasts

April 5th, 2012 by admin

Lavon Eblen speaks with Kristen Templeton, Facilitator for Lullabye’s Cass County Child Abuse Prevention Council, about Pinwheels and Prevention and reporting child abuse. To report child abuse call 1-800-362-2178.

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Letter for corporate sponsors for Relay For Life on the way

News

April 5th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

Businesses in Cass County checking their mailboxes over the next few days may find a letter about becoming a Relay For Life event corporate sponsor.

Debbie Pellet, Corporate Sponsor Co-Chair, Congratulates employees of Atlantic Motor Supply for their donation to the 2012 Cass Co. Relay For Life. (Photo contributed)

 Relay For Life is a fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society. Prior to the Relay For Life event, community volunteers form teams. The teams plan community activities to help raise donations for the American Cancer Society. Then during the night of the event, members of the teams walk around Atlantic High School track. This year’s event is scheduled for June 22nd.

Letters have been mailed out looking for sponsors, and anyone who has not received a letter or wants more information should contact Linda Knop or Debbie Pellett at 712-243-3195. Relay For Life Chairman Carole Schuler said during last year’s event approximately $25,000 was donated by sponsors of the event.

An official kick off for the event will be the Captain’s Meeting set for April 9th.  The captain’s meeting is for individuals interested in being captains of Relay For Life teams , and will be held at Cass County Home Care on April 9th at 5:30 p.m. Information will be presented on important dates, team campsites, photos and fund-raising idea.  Individuals will also be able to
pick up a team packets during the meeting.

Cost to register a team is $50 if registered by May 1st, and $75 if registered after May 1st. Those who can’t attend the captain’s meeting can pick up their packet at the Atlantic Medical Center Appointment Desk after April 10th.