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MONDAY, DECEMBER 17th

Trading Post

December 17th, 2018 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  Great Christmas Gifts!  NEW-Justin square toe boots, Teal tops and black toe, Women’s size 6 ½, $90.  NEW-Petite Miche bag with 3 interchangeable shells  $50 for all.  Also have several new, never used crystal dishes, platters, cream/sugar.  In Griswold, call 712-789-0479.

FREE:  27″ JVC Color TV with remote. Not a flat screen. Call 304-4897.  CLAIMED!

FREE:  The Atlantic Lions Club thanks you for your patronage of their Christmas tree sales this season.  All trees remaining on the lot are now FREE.  Stop by anytime for your free trees while supply lasts.

FOR SALE: Carhartt tan insulated coveralls. Brand new. 40″ waist x 32″ inseam. $40. Brand new pair of work boots. Size 12D, 8″ lace up.  $30. Call 712-243-2860.

FOR SALE: claw foot tub in fair condition, no chips, porcelain would need re-done. Best offer. 250-8699

Part of a building in downtown Atlantic collapses Sunday night

News

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

A building in downtown Atlantic was evacuated Sunday night, after a huge portion of a brick wall collapsed onto the sidewalk below, causing a section of sidewalk to also collapse. The incident was reported to have occurred at around 6:50-p.m.

500 Chestnut brick wall collapse. (Ric Hanson, photos)

Atlantic Police Chief Dave Erickson told KJAN News they received a call about a loud noise at 5th and Chestnut. Atlantic Police Lt. Devin Hogue came to investigate and found a section of the north wall near the northwest side of the building at 500 Chestnut had collapsed, showering bricks on the sidewalk.

Erickson estimated two-to three tons of brick fell from a section of wall about 20-to 30-feet wide and about six-feet tall, near the top of the building. No injuries were reported. Three people who live on the second floor of the structure were evacuated. Fifth street was cordoned-off from traffic as a safety precaution.

500 Chestnut brick wall collapse. (Ric Hanson, photos)

The cause of the partial collapse had not been determined late Sunday, but Erickson said it could have been anything from old mortar to water getting underneath the bricks, causing them to loosen and fall. An engineer will have to assess the damage and evaluate the building.

Atlantic Police were assisted at the scene by the Atlantic Fire Department, the Atlantic Streets Dept., who help set-up barricades, and Cass County Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Kennon.

 

Gustafson’s 64th double-double leads No. 16 Iowa women

Sports

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Megan Gustafson scored 28 points with 12 rebounds for her 64th career double-double and ninth this season to lead No. 16 Iowa to an 83-57 win over Northern Iowa on Sunday. Gustafson was 11-of-14 shooting. Kathleen Doyle added 13 points and seven assists while Tania Davis and Hannah Stewart scored 10 points each for the Hawkeyes (8-2), who won their fourth straight and improved to 6-0 at home. Iowa shot 53 percent, made half of their 14 3-point shots and dominated points in the paint 44-24.

Karli Rucker scored 13 points and Cynthia Wolf added 11 points for the Panthers (5-4), playing without preseason all-conference forward Megan Maahs, UNI’s leading rebounder who was lost for the season with a knee injury suffered in the Panthers’ previous game.

Iowa led 35-24 after closing the half on an 11-0 run then outscored the Panthers 26-11 in the third quarter. The lead reached 34 in the final quarter.

LORRAINE K. HOWELL, 72, of Atlantic (Memorial Svcs. 12/21/18)

Obituaries

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

LORRAINE K. HOWELL, 72, of Atlantic, died Saturday, Dec. 15th, at the Heritage House, in Atlantic. Memorial services for LORRAINE HOWELL will be held 11-a.m. Friday, Dec. 21st, at the Hockenberry Family Care Funeral Home, in Atlantic.

Burial will be in the Layton Township Cemetery in Walnut.

LORRAINE K. HOWELL is survived by:

Her daughters – Alesia (Doug) Sandbothe, of Atlantic, and Theresa (Mark) Opbroek, of Marne.

Her sister – Lyla Good, of Audubon.

and 6 grandchildren.

Attempted abduction reported in Council Bluffs

News

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

Council Bluffs Police are investigating a possible attempted abduction that occurred today (Sunday December 16, 2018) at approximately 11:10-a.m.. outside of the Burger King Restaurant, 1529 W. Broadway.

Abduction attempt suspect

The suspect, a 30-to 40-year old heavy set adult male with facial hair, who was wearing a plaid jacket, blue jeans and a jersey with the #9 on it, grabbed a 27-year old female from Council Bluffs by the arm, and tried to get her to come with him. The woman was able to get away from the man. The suspect then fled the scene in grey vehicle, possibly Chevy or Ford sedan which was parked in the parking lot.

The female victim suffered a minor injury to her arm, but did not require medical attention. Anyone with information in reference to this case is urged to contact the Council Bluffs Police at (712) 328-4716 or Crime Stoppers at (712) 328-STOP (7867).

Cass County Board to canvass IWCC Special Election votes

News

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The Board of Supervisors in Cass County will meet 1-p.m. Monday in their Boardroom at the Courthouse. Prior to the start of their regular session, the Board will canvass the votes of last Tuesday’s Special Election, with regard to the Iowa Western Community College bond referendum. Unofficial results show the bond measure was approved in Cass County, by a vote of 197-to 60.

During the regular session, the Board will act on an annual construction evaluation Resolution, related to the construction of confinement feeding operation structures (otherwise known as the “Master Matrix”). Producers in counties that file the resolutions must meet higher standards for a construction permit than sites in other counties. They must earn points on a master matrix by choosing a site and using practices that reduce effects on the environment and the community. The Master Matrix development, submittal and approval process allows applicants and county supervisors to discuss options for site selection, facility type and management. The county submits a recommendation to the DNR on the permit application after reviewing the master matrix items the applicant selected. Counties that participate in the master matrix process may accompany DNR on site visits to proposed locations. The county board of supervisors may also appeal the DNR’s preliminary approval of a permit to the Environmental Protection Commission. County boards of supervisors may approve the resolutions at any time, but must submit resolutions between Jan. 1 and 31, 2019.

In other business, reports (as available), will be presented by the County Attorney, Engineer and Mental Health/General Relief Coordinator.

Iowa Democrats re-elect Troy Price as state party chairman

News

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Democrats in Iowa have re-elected Troy Price as chairman of the state party. It’s Price’s second term as state party chairman. Before first being elected last year, Price was part of several Democratic campaigns in Iowa, including those of former President Barack Obama and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. Price also had served as the party’s executive director and led One Iowa, an LGBT advocacy group.

In a written statement Saturday, Price regaled the accomplishments the party made in 2018, including flipping two congressional seats and the state auditor’s office. The party also elected Andrea Phillips as first vice chair, June Owens as second vice chair, Ken Sager as treasurer, and Don Ruby as secretary.

CAM & Exira/EHK School Board Agendas for Monday, 12/17/18

News

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

Members of the CAM School District’s Board of Education will gather at the CAM High School Media Center Monday evening for their regular monthly meeting. The session begins at 5-p.m. During their meeting, the Board will hear a presentation on the TLC (Teacher Leadership Program), and a presentation from the Directed Writing Class.

Discussion and/or action items on their agenda, include: Consider approving a quote to replace the lights in the South Elementary and Middle School Buildings; Early graduation requests; a Review of District Financial Data; An Early Retirement Incentive policy; and personnel matters.

The Exira/Elk Horn-Kimballton School Board will meet at 6-p.m. Monday in the Conference Room at the Elk Horn Building. On their agenda is recognition of High School TAG (Talented And Gifted) Character Class students, and LEO Leadership students. Nate and Carrie Potts will also address the Board prior to discussion and/or action on several matters.

New Business – Discussion/Action items include, but are not limited to: Approving new Social Studies graduation requirements; approval of a waiver for Offer and Teach for Spanish IV; Approve At Risk/Dropout Prevention application requested Modified Supplemental Amount equal to, or less than $143,314; Approval of a revision to Board Policy 500; Approval of a Procurement Card policy, and action on personnel matters.

Audubon School Board meeting preview

News

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

The Audubon School District’s Board of Education will meet 7-p.m. Monday (Dec. 17).  During their session in the Boardroom at the High School, the Audubon School Board will take action on:

  • Approving the Contract for a New Superintendent. The candidates include: Eric Trager, Audubon 5th-12th grade Principal; Dennis McClain, current shared Superintendent/Elementary Principal for the Clay Center Everly Community Schools; Michael Still, Secondary Principal for the Lenox Community School District; Jeff Privia, Elementary Principal for the Underwood Community School District, and Cory Lahndorf, PK-12 Principal for the HLV Community School District, in Victor.  When the Board met Dec. 11th, Superintendent Brett Gibbs submitted his resignation (effective the end of the current school year, and accepted an early retirement package.
  • They’ll act on accepting additional (if any) Early Retirement Applications. (Three early retirement requests were approved during their meeting Dec. 11th.)
  • And, the final readings of policies pertaining to: Board President, Vice-President, Technology & Data Security of 3rd Party Vendors, and Dissemination of Policy.

They’ll also act on approving the At-risk Drop Out Prevention Plan, and a Policy Review Committee recommendation. Updates during the meeting include: TLC Instructional Coaching; A review of Audubon’s ESSA Accountability Results; the Superintendent’s report, and other scheduled, regular reports. A Work session will precede the regular session, beginning at 6:30-p.m.

Wrestling Results from Saturday 12/15/18

Sports

December 16th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

Pride of Iowa Conference Wrestling Championships

Team Scoring

  1. Wayne 161
  2. SE Warren/Melcher-Dallas 133
  3. Martensdale-St. Marys 127.5
  4. Nodaway Valley 114.5
  5. Central Decatur 110
  6. Mount Ayr 91
  7. Bedford/Lenox 85.5
  8. East Union 84
  9. SW Valley 57

West Central Activities Conference Wrestling Tourney

Team Scoring

  1. Van Meter/Earlham 222
  2. Interstate-35 179
  3. Woodward-Granger 175
  4. West Central Valey 133
  5. ACGC 123.5
  6. Pleasantville 112
  7. Panorama 93
  8. Ogden 45

Western Iowa Conference Individual Tourney

Team Scoring

  1. Logan-Magnolia 219
  2. Underwood 203
  3. Missouri Valley 171
  4. AHSTW 156
  5. Riverside 122
  6. Tri-Center 107
  7. Treynor 98
  8. Audubon 86

Individual Champions

106: Jace Rose, Riverside
113: Hagen Heistand, Logan-Magnolia
120: Westin Allen, Underwood
126: Briar Reisz, Logan-Magnolia
132: Gavin Maguire, Logan-Magnolia
138: Nick Hamilton, Underwood
145: Blake Thomsen, Underwood
152: Connor Lange, Missouri Valley
160: Bryson Freeberg, Tri-Center
170: Nick Haynes, Missouri Valley
182: Gabe Pauley, AHSTW
195: Luke Mosinski, Audubon
220: Dylan Obermeier, Audubon
285: Aaron Olson, Missouri Valley

Al Garrison Duals

Waukee won the gold division and Harlan won the silver division at the Al Garrison Duals this weekend. The Cyclones defeated DM North/Hoover, Millard West, and Ballard in pool competition. They moved on to defeat Urbandale 52-24 to improve to 4-0 on the day.

Red Owens Wrestling Tournament

Atlantic/CAM finished fourth at the Red Owens Wrestling Tournament at Southeast Polk on Saturday. The Trojans had three Runners-up: Chase McLaren at 138, Connor Pellett at 152, and Cale Roller at 220. Brett Mower of Glenwood was a champ at 182.

Team Scores
1 Southeast Polk 367.0
2 Bettendorf 246.0
3 Iowa City, West 178.5
4 Atlantic-CAM 159.5
5 Southeast Polk Black 153.5
6 Albia 136.5
7 PCM 127.0
8 Glenwood 106.0
9 Cedar Rapids Jefferson 84.0
10 OA-BCIG 35.0
11 Des Moines Roosevelt 21.0

Mustang Wrestling Tournament

Team Scores

  1. Shenandoah 141
  2. Maryville 118
  3. East Mills 111
  4. Savannah 111
  5. St. Albert 45
  6. Red Oak 44
  7. Clarinda Academy 30

Shenandoah had four champions on the day: Nick Phillips at 113, Zach Harms at 160, Avery Martin at 182, and Tyler Courtier at 220.

Tiger-Knight Invitational at Carroll

Team Scores

  1. Westwood 179
  2. Carroll 155
  3. Manson NW-Webster 129.5
  4. Clarinda 111
  5. Kuemper Catholic 95
  6. Ames 91.5
  7. Pocahontas Area 68
  8. Denison-Schleswig 58
  9. St. Edmond 26

Clarinda had two champions: Cole Ridnour 170, Crew Howard 195.

Don Miller Invitational at Ft. Dodge

Team Scores

  1. Fort Dodge 214.5
  2. Ankeny Centennial 183.5
  3. Emmetsburg 159
  4. Humboldt 152.5
  5. Webster City 124
  6. Woodbury Central 115
  7. Sioux City East 109
  8. Dallas Center-Grimes 107
  9. Storm Lake 101.5
  10. Lewis Central 99
  11. Spirit Lake 101.5
  12. Algona 71.5

Lewis Central had one champion with Caleb Kingery at 160. The Titans’ Ryan Higgins took third at 182.