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Collision reported in Red Oak Monday morning

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May 13th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – Police in Red Oak say no injuries were reported following a collision at around 7:10-a.m. today (Monday), at Highway 48 and W. Corning Street. Authorities say an SUV driven by 49-year-old Gary Wyane Porter, of Red Oak, was heading southbound and had stopped at the traffic light-controlled intersection. A car driven by 19-year-old Cord James Nippert, of Villisca, was also traveling southbound. When Nippert failed to stop in-time, his vehicle rear-ended the SUV, causing minor (estimated at $2,400) damage. No citations were issued. The report noted the car was following too close.

2 arrests in Glenwood

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May 13th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Glenwood, Iowa) – The Glenwood Police Department reports a Glenwood man was arrested Sunday. 26-year-old Christian Gonzale-Zcardon was arrested for OWI/1st offense, with bond set at $1,000. And, this (Monday) morning, 36-year-old Delon Buford, of Omaha, was arrested in Glenwood for Child Endangerment, Domestic Abuse Assault, and Interference with Official Acts. Buford was being held without bond in the Mills County Jail, until seen by a Magistrate Judge.

Rollover accident on I-80 in Cass County

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May 13th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Anita, Iowa) – Rescue crews from Atlantic and Anita have been dispatched to a rollover accident on westbound Interstate 80, at the 67-mile marker. Cass EMS and Anita Rescue were responding to the scene as of about 8:27-a.m.  There are reported two people suffered minor injuries. Additional information is currently not available.

WEEK OF MAY 13, 2024

Trading Post

May 13th, 2024 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 2 four drawer file cabinets with locks…$10 each. Also 2 office chairs for $8 each. 712-243-4308 SOLD!
FREE:  Fun maker special electric organ, 44″ wide, 24″ deep and 36″ high.  You pick up in Atlantic.  Call Leon at 712-254-0549.

FREE: Hunting and No Hunting signs, about 50 empty baby food jars and a wall cabinet with 2 drawers. All FREE. Call 712-243-4308

WANTED: Needing someone to clean up my property. There’s metal, some reusable things and trash. Would like the property cleaned up and trash taken to landfill for a reasonable fee. Call 712-769-2557

FOR SALE: chest freezer, 5 cubic foot, nice condition, bought new in 2018, $75.00.  Call 712-250-1005.

FOR SALE:  24 Speed Bicycle, Tire Size 28 x 1 5/8 x 1, Light Weight, Cushion Seat & Combination Lock.  Asking $95.00 Firm.  The reason I’m selling is I bought an E Bike. Located in Manilla.  Call 515-314-0605.

WANTED: A small pickup to buy or trade for a 2002 Ford Explorer. Also looking for a driver side seat for 2002 Ford Explorer…or someone to look at mine to see if it can be fixed. Also looking for a owner’s manual/fix it book for a Deluxe scooter. Call Fred at 712-243-4016

FOR SALE: I am moving to retirement home and need to sell following items:  1.  5 piece bedroom set includes queen bed with 3 year old quality mattress, long dresser with mirror, tall dresser and bedside table.  2.  Large living room mirror (41×50).  3.  2 piece matching living room tables.  One cabinet  is long enough to hold large TV and the other one has 2 drop leaf glass shelves.  Must see furniture at 1322 E. 22nd Street in Atlantic to fully appreciate quality.  Call Rosie at 712-243-9407 to set up a time for viewing.  Best offer by Saturday, May 25 will take each of the three listings.

LOST DOG:  Lost East of Atlantic near the Mormon church and highway 71 N.  He is brown,( brindle colored), and weighs 50 pounds. Please call 712-249-1512 or 712-249-2001 is you have seen him or have him. FOUND!

FOR SALE:  We have twin Alpine doelings available. From good milk genetics. Born 3-16-24. $200 each or if you get both a $50 discount. Contact for more info. Text or call at: 712-590-0179.

WANTED:  Looking to hire somebody to harvest our hay crop this year, in the Hancock area.  We have 11 acres needing to be mowed, raked and large round baled.  Last years yield was 69 bales in 4 cuttings.  This year first cutting should be ready in 10 day.  Call 712-355-2034.

FOR SALE: A pair of H&H brown cowboy boots, size 12-D. Never worn. $20. Call 712-304-4550.

WANTED: Looking to buy inexpensive laptop computer for an adult to use for online classes. In the $150 or less range. Call 712-249-5244. Leave a message if no answer.

Cyclone Tailgate Tour Coming to Atlantic!

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May 13th, 2024 by Asa Lucas

AMES, Iowa – The 18th annual Cyclone Tailgate Tour, powered by MidAmerican Energy, returns for 2024, to a location near you next month! The 13-stop tour kicks off May 9 in Des Moines, followed by visits to the Eastern half of Iowa, May 13-15 and Western Iowa, May 20-22.

The Cyclone Tailgate will be at the Cass County Community Center in Atlantic on Monday, May 20. The event will go from 12:00-1:00 PM with a program at approximately 12:40 PM. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the event’s start time (11:30 AM).

“This is a tremendous opportunity for our staff to engage with Cyclone fans across the state,” Iowa State Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard said. “We are so grateful for our loyal fans who travel to Ames for all of our events, and the Tailgate Tour affords us the opportunity to return the favor and visit them in their home areas.”

All Cyclone Tailgate Tour stops will feature ISU head coaches and staff along with Cy and the spirit squads interacting with fans, signing autographs and handing out athletics swag. Each stop is free and open to fans of all ages.

While tour event lineups may vary, this year’s tour will feature ISU Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard, football coach Matt Campbell, men’s basketball coach T.J. Otzelberger, women’s basketball coach Bill Fennelly, volleyball coach Christy Johnson-Lynch, wrestling coach Kevin Dresser, the “Voice of the Cyclones” John Walters and, of course, Cy.

These family-friendly events will include giveaways, food and beverage available for purchase, and allow fans the opportunity to connect with fellow Cyclone fans in celebration of Iowa State Athletics. All children in attendance will also receive a gift courtesy of the Cyclone Club.

The evening stops include a program beginning at 6:30 p.m., with the Des Moines kickoff event program beginning at 7:00 p.m. Official Iowa State merchandise from Cy’s Locker Room will be available for purchase at all evening stops, too.

 

Cyclone Tailgate Tour Kickoff:
May 9 Des Moines, MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex | 6:00-8:00 PM
Week 1:
May 13 Pella, Tamory Hall | 12:00-1:00 PM
May 13 Cedar Rapids, Veterans Memorial Building – Coliseum | 5:30-7:30 PM
May 14 Muscatine, The Merrill Hotel | 12:00-1:00 PM
May 14 Bettendorf, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center | 5:30-7:30 PM
May 15 Dubuque, Grand River Center | 12:00-1:00 PM
May 15 Waterloo, Cedar Valley SportsPlex | 5:30-7:30 PM
 
Week 2:
May 20 Atlantic, Cass County Community Center | 12:00-1:00 PM
May 20 Council Bluffs, Mid-America Center – Convention Center | 5:30-7:30 PM
May 21 Sioux City, Seaboard Triumph Foods Expo Center | 12:00-1:00 PM
May 21 Okoboji, The Roof Garden Ballroom at Arnolds Park | 5:30-7:30 PM
May 22 Algona, Columbia Events Center | 12:00-1:00 PM
May 22 Clear Lake, Surf Ballroom | 5:30-7:30 PM

Heartbeat Today 5-13-2024

Heartbeat Today, Podcasts

May 13th, 2024 by Jim Field

Jim Field visits with Kelsey Beschorner about RAGBRAI preparations in Atlantic.

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Creston Police report, 5/13/24

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May 13th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Creston, Iowa) – The Creston Police Department reports four weekend arrests.  On Sunday:

  • 21-year-old Andrew Fredrick Weis, of Creston, was arrested at around 4:48-a.m., for OWI/2nd Offense. Weis was later released on a $2,000 cash or surety bond;
  • 36-year-old Ashley Denise Parrott, of Greenfield, was arrested around 3:41-a.m. Sunday, in Creston, for OWI/1st Offense. Parrott was later released on a $1,000 cash or surety bond.
  • And, at around 1:12-a.m. Sunday, Creston Police arrested 21-year-old Destiny Marie Schneider, of Creston, for OWI/1st Offense. Schneider was later released on a $1,000 cash or surety bond.

Saturday, at around 1:03-a.m., Creston Police arrested 42-year-old Nicholas Allen Foltz, of Mount Ayr. He was charged with OWI/1st Offense, and Carry [a] Weapon while Intoxicated. Foltz was later released on a $2,000 cash or surety bond.

Local 24-Hour Rainfall Totals Reported at 7:00 am on Monday, May 13, 2024

Ag/Outdoor, Weather

May 13th, 2024 by Jim Field

  • KJAN, Atlantic  .66″
  • 7 miles NNE of Atlantic  .35″
  • Massena  .87″
  • Exira  .5″
  • Elk Horn  .53″
  • Neola  .5″
  • Bridgewater  1″
  • Missouri Valley  .82″
  • Creston .39″
  • Shenandoah  .65″
  • Clarinda  .38″

Atlantic City Council to act on private property fireworks display, & disposal/development of City-owned property

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May 13th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Atlantic City Council, Wednesday, will consider and possibly act on a request for a special fireworks display that, if approved, would take place July 16th, on private property. The meeting in the Council’s Chambers inside the Atlantic City Hall, begins at 5:30-p.m.  The request was made by Dan Vargason, and would be held at 1303 Maple Street, should the Atlantic Softball Team host the Regional Softball Final, and Win the final game, qualifying the team for the state tournament.

City Administrator John Lund notes an ordinance regulating fireworks states the City may grant a permit for the display of fireworks on Public Property (By a City, Fair Association, etc., when such fireworks “Will be handled by a competent operator,” and with the proper/required insurance. Lund is expected to recommend referring the matter to the City of Atlantic’s Community Protection Committee, with feedback from the Atlantic Fire & Police Departments, and all private parties with a vested interest in fireworks displays, with the idea being to explore a Special Event Permit, or amending the regulations to allow for Special Displays on private property.

In other business, the Atlantic City Council will hold a public hearing on the receipt and approval of proposals for, the disposal and development of certain City-owned Real Property in the Southeast Urban Renewal District. The land referred to in the hearing, is 41.54-acres that was purchased by the City from the Comes Family Trust for $830,000, in Oct., 2022. The land was purchased for future housing development.

Last month, notices were published in the local paper, seeking proposals from interested buyers on their intention to develop the property, and the price they would offer for the land. The Council will hear from those proposing to purchase and develop the property, and citizens, with regard to the use and disposal of the land. Administrator Lund notes that “Since this is related to an Urban Renewal Project that will almost certainly utilize tax increment financing (TIF), specific considerations need to be undertaken before the land can be transferred to another party.”

The Council will act Wednesday, on the third and final reading of an amended (Updated) ordinance with regard to the large bicycling event that will be in Atlantic July 22nd-23rd. The updates are with regard to vendor fees and dates. The ordinance – if approved – will expire July 23rd at 5-p.m.  City Council Agenda Packet 05-15-2024-min

Montgomery County Supervisors to act on tax abatement requests

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May 13th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – The Board of Supervisors in Montgomery County, Tuesday, will discuss and possibly act to approve agreements with Solutions Information Technology, as they pertain to the County and Sheriff. The Board is also expected to consider and act on approving requests to abate owned Red Oak City-owned property taxes, for properties at: 300 E. Market St.; 818 E. Nuckols Street; and 306 E. Elm Street, and the possibly refund of Red Oak City-owned property taxes paid in error by Bruce Reich, for a property at 210 N. 5th Street.

In other business, the Montgomery County Supervisors will discuss the Montgomery County FY25 Budget revenue collection schedule on long-term debt, and schedule a canvass of the June Primary Election results for June 11th, at 8:30-a.m.

The Board meeting begins at 8:30-a.m. Tuesday (May 14), at the courthouse in Red Oak.

The meeting will be held in-person, and electronically at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85039693411

Meeting ID: 850 3969 3411

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