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Iowa COVID-19 update for 10-a.m. Sunday, 6/6/21: 2 additional deaths, 109 additional cases

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June 6th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Department of Public Health reports two additional deaths attributed COVID-19 (including one in Union County), and 109 additional positive cases. The total number of positive cases in the state as of 10-a.m. Sunday, and since the beginning of the pandemic, is 402,511, and there a total of 6,068 deaths. Deaths at Iowa’s Long-Term Care facilities are at 2,367.

There remain four LTC outbreaks in Iowa, with 25 positive cases among patients and staff, and one person recovered.

Iowa’s 14-day positivity rate is holding steady at 2.0%, while the 7-day positivity rate remains 1.8%. State health officials say 80 people are hospitalized with COVID-19; 16 patients are in an ICU; 10 COVID patients were admitted to a hospital, and eight patients are on a ventilator. In RMCC Region 4 (hospitals in western & southwest Iowa), there are two people hospitalized with COVID-19. One is in an ICU, one person was admitted over the previous 24-hours, at no one was on a ventilator.

In the immediate KJAN listening area, here are the current number positive cases by County (since the beginning of the pandemic) and the total number of deaths (Since the beginning of the pandemic) in each county to date:
Cass, 1,476 cases; 54 deaths
Adair, 993; 32
Adams, 353; 4
Audubon, 542; 10
Guthrie, 1,311; 32
Harrison County, 1,936; 73
Madison County, 1,787; 19
Mills County, 1,796; 24
Montgomery, 1,117; 38
Pottawattamie County, 12,331;173
Shelby County, 1,369; 37
Union County, 1,377; 35

Cass County Board of Supervisors to meet June 8

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June 6th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

(Atlantic) – The Cass County Board of Supervisors will hold their regular weekly in-person and electronic meeting in Atlantic, beginning at 9-a.m. Tuesday, June 8th, in their Boardroom at the Cass County Courthouse. On their agenda is action on approving:

  • Cigarette, tobacco, alternative nicotine or vapor product sales at: Hansen Valley Oil; 21st Century Coop C-Store & Dollar General).
  • Abatement of Taxes on a parcel owned by the Iowa DOT (.14 acres right-of-way, Massena).
  • Abatement of Taxes on a parcel owned by the USDA Rural Housing Service (parcel B SE 1/4 SW 1/4 6-76-36).
  • Abatement of Taxes on a parcel owned by the City of Massena (104 Spruce Street).
  • Abatement of Taxes on a parcel owned by the City of Wiota (68693 Hamburg Road; NE corner Allen & Prospect crossing; & 205 Whitney).

The Supervisors will also discuss and possibly act on the repair of a garage building located on the southwest corner of the courthouse parking lot, in addition to receiving regular department head reports, as available.

Rep. Axne to Host ‘Connect With Your Congresswoman’ Town Halls in Greenfield, Corning

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June 6th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

GREENFIELD – On Wednesday, June 9th, Rep. Cindy Axne (IA-03) will host ‘Connect With Your Congresswoman’ town halls in Greenfield and Corning as part of her 16-county tour of Iowa’s Third Congressional District. The first of two town halls will be held at The Corner Coffee Shop, Antiques, and Gifts at 284 Public Square, Greenfield, IA 50849 at 9:15 a.m.

The second town hall will be held at the Corning Center for the Fine Arts, 706 Davis Ave., Corning IA 50841 at 3:15 p.m.

Rep. Axne will provide attendees an update on her legislative work in Congress and hear concerns directly from  her constituents.

Cindy Axne

Wednesday, June 9 Schedule:

Adair County Connect With Your Congresswoman

WHAT: Rep. Axne will meet with Adair County constituents at town hall

WHERE: The Corner Coffee Shop, Antiques, and Gifts, 284 Public Square, Greenfield, IA 50849

WHEN: 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM

Adams County Connect With Your Congresswoman

WHAT: Rep. Axne will meet with Adams County constituents at town hall

WHERE: Corning Center for the Fine Arts, 706 Davis Ave., Corning, IA 50841

WHEN: 3:15 PM – 4 PM

Drive-through Mobile Food Pantry to be held in Atlantic June 9

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June 6th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

Cass County Wellness Coordinator Brigham Hoege reports the Cass County Local Food Policy Council will host a mobile food pantry at the Cass County Community Center, this Wednesday, June 9th, from 4-until 6-p.m., or as supplies are available. The pantry is in partnership with the Food Bank for the Heartland.  Anyone in need is welcome to visit the mobile pantry, and no documentation is needed. People from surrounding towns and communities are also welcome.

Food Bank for the Heartland Mobile Food Pantry – details:
When: Wednesday, June 9 (4:00-6:00 PM, or until supplies run out).
Where: Cass County Community Center (805 West 10th St. Atlantic IA 50022). Traffic will be
directed by volunteers.
What: A mobile pantry is a traveling food pantry that delivers food directly to families in
need for a one-day distribution. The mobile pantry is available free of charge. Visitors are
asked stay in their vehicles with the trunk open.
Who: Anyone in need is welcome. No documentation needed.

For more information on local food, farmers markets, and food access, follow the Cass County Local Food Policy Council’s Facebook page @CassCountyLocalFood.

Iowa COVID-19 update for 6/5/2021: Another LTC outbreak; 2 additional deaths; 134 additional cases

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June 5th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The Iowa Department of Public Health reports one additional Long-Term Care Facility outbreak of COVID-19, two additional deaths and 134 additional positive cases. The data released Saturday morning show the new virus outbreak is at the Friendship Home in Audubon, where there are five cases. The total number of LTC facilities with an outbreak of COVID-19 among patients and staff is now four, with 25 positive cases altogether, and one person having recovered.

The total number of positive cases in the case since the beginning of the pandemic, is 402,402, and there a total of 6,067 deaths. The latest death in our area was reported in Pottawattamie County, where the pandemic total is now 173.  Deaths at Iowa’s Long-Term Care facilities remains unchanged, 2,368.

Iowa’s 14-day positivity rate is down to 2.0%, while the 7-day positivity rate remains 1.8%. State health officials say 88 people are hospitalized with COVID-19; 17 patients are in an ICU; 17 additional COVID patients were admitted to a hospital, and seven patients remain on a ventilator. In RMCC Region 4 (hospitals in western & southwest Iowa), there was only one person hospitalized with COVID-19.  There were no new admissions, no one in an ICU and no one on a ventilator.

In the immediate KJAN listening area, here are the current number positive cases by County (since the beginning of the pandemic) and the total number of deaths (Since the beginning of the pandemic) in each county to date:
Cass, 1,477 cases; 54 deaths
Adair, 993; 32
Adams, 354; 4
Audubon, 541; 10
Guthrie, 1,312; 32
Harrison County, 1,9352; 73
Madison County, 1,786; 19
Mills County, 1,796; 24
Montgomery, 1,115; 38
Pottawattamie County, 12,323;173
Shelby County, 1,371; 37
Union County, 1,378; 34

(Podcast) KJAN Saturday News #2, 6/5/2021

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June 5th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The 8:05-a.m. Newscast with Ric Hanson.

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(Podcast) KJAN Saturday morning News, 6/5/21

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June 5th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The 7:05-a.m. newscast with News Director Ric Hanson.

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Cass County Library Association accepting registrations for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

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June 5th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

The Cass County Library Association is accepting registrations for Dolly Parton’s “Imagination Library.” Any child under 4 1/2-years old who lives in Cass County can register to receive a free book a month until their 5th birthday. Registration can be completed online at imaginationlibrary.com, or by visiting a Cass County library. Expect up to two months to receive the first book in the mail (June registrants should receive their first book in August).

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library partners with local affiliates to provide high quality, age appropriate books to children across the United States and beyond. Cass County is now one of 22 counties in Iowa that offers the program.

While the Dollywood Foundation covers the overhead cost for the entire system, each local affiliate must pay for the books and shipping to its own service area. Donations toward the expense can be made at any time. For more information, contact Atlantic Public Library Director Michelle Andersen, at 243-5466.

Red Oak man arrested for OWI early Saturday morning

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June 5th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

A traffic stop in the 1600 block of Broadway Street in Red Oak, Saturday (today), resulted in the arrest of a man on an OWI charge. Red Oak Police report 48-year-old Floyd Raymond Henry, II, of Red Oak, was arrested at around 12:40-a.m., for OWI/1st offense. He was transported to the Montgomery County Jail and held on a $1,000 bond.

Retired Mills County K9 passes away

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June 4th, 2021 by Ric Hanson

A third area law enforcement agency reports the death of their K9. Authorities in Mills County, Friday, said in a social media post, “Days like today are tough. ‘K9 Monte‘ passed away today. K9 Monte faithfully served the Mills County Sheriffs Office and the residents of Mills County for 6 years. He worked for Deputy Christensen, Deputy England and Deputy Mather during his career. He took numerous criminals and drugs off the streets. He was retired due to an injury he received while in training.”

Mills County K9 “Monte” (retired)

K9 Monte, “Upon retirement he went to live with Chief Deputy England’s parents. They took Monte in and traveled the US, visiting 26 states during the 4 years they have cared for Monte. Monte became their companion, and they loved him so. The last month he was steadily declining, having trouble walking, and you could tell he was in pain. The Crellin’s were able to make it back to Mills County with the help of many veterinarians, and we were able to bring Dr. Joyce in with Hilltop Animal Hospital as soon as they made it back.

It was determined that no matter what we did we wouldn’t be able to change the outcome. So it was decided it was time to end his suffering and let him go run the beat in Heavens Streets.” The Sheriff’s Office concluded by saying “RIP K9 Monte. You will be forever missed.”  Last weekend, Cass County Sheriff’s Deputy Kyle Quist announced retired K9 “Vader” died from natural causes. The Harlan Police Department reported their K9 “Jax” died May 24th.