The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office reports one person was arrested Friday evening, and another early this (Saturday) morning. 20-year old Benjamin Parra Morena, of Lenox, was arrested a little after 6:30-p.m. Friday, for OWI/drugged- 1st offense. His bond was set at $1,000. And, 25-year old Nathan Allen Aldrich, of Red Oak, was arrested at around 1:10-a.m. today (Saturday), for Driving While Revoked for OWI, and OWI-2nd offense. Aldrich was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $2,000 cash bond. Red Oak Police assisted with the arrest.

Red Oak Police report 59-year old Charles Allen Schrum, of Red Oak, was arrested at around 1-a.m. today (Saturday), for Public Intoxication. Schrum was taken into custody at the intersection of N. 2nd and E. Joy Streets. His cash bond was set at $300.

The Council Bluffs Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 16 year old Sunni Sigmund- Johnson, who left home March 28th, and has not returned. Her mother said Sunni took clothes with her in a navy backpack and a rainbow colored leopard print duffel bag.

She may be staying in Omaha, possibly in the area of the Old Market. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Council Bluffs Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division at 712-328-4728, your local police department or Crime Stoppers at 712-328-7867.

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Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press at 3:40 a.m. CDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Most economists agree that the tariffs the United States and China are preparing to slap on each other’s goods would slow growth, raise prices and force companies to scramble to replace the Chinese suppliers they now rely on. For now, optimists are clinging to tentative signals from the Trump administration that it’s prepared to negotiate with Beijing and avert a trade war. But the risks appear to be rising.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Records show that Iowa Finance Authority Director David Jamison sought to arrange a friendly get-together with longtime ally Gov. Kim Reynolds days before she fired him for alleged sexual harassment. The documents underscore how swiftly Reynolds acted to terminate Jamison, with whom she’d had a working relationship dating back two decades, once her staff learned of the allegations.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa ethanol and biodiesel producers are warning President Donald Trump that imposing restrictions on biofuels production “would be viewed as a declaration of war on rural America.” The Iowa Renewable Fuels Association, representing refineries in the nation’s largest biofuels producing state, called on Senators Charles Grassley and Joni Ernst on Friday to reach out to Trump.

NASHUA, Iowa (AP) — Police arrested a Miami man in northeast Iowa after a high-speed chase and then learned he faces a murder charge in Florida. The Iowa State Patrol says a trooper tried to stop a speeding vehicle Thursday morning near Nashua. The vehicle fled at speeds up to 100 mph but finally stopped when its tires were deflated. Police arrested the driver, 21-year-old Devon Cooke, on numerous. Authorities also determined he was wanted on a 2nd degree murder charge in Dade County, Florida.

Atlantic Rising has announced the 2018 nominees for the fifth annual Awards Gala presented by the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce and Megan Roberts State Farm. The event is designed to celebrate the achievements of young professionals who demonstrate excellence and innovation in their profession and within their community.

In addition to recognizing the success of area young professionals, one Chamber business will also be recognized as the YP Choice Workplace of the Year.  The YP Choice Workplace Award recognizes companies who effectively attract, retain and develop young professionals.

Nominations were received in the following categories: YP Newcomer, YP Business Leader, YP Entrepreneur, YP Public Servant and YP Choice Workplace.  The nominees are as follows:

Newcomer:

• Paul Kite, Kite Family Chiropractic
• Zack Bandow, Atlantic Dental Center P.C.

Business Leader:

• Kate Hoffmann, Atlantic Animal Health Center
• Ben Rush, Rush, CPA & Associates
• John McCurdy, Southwest Iowa Planning Council

Entrepreneur:

• Amanda Graham, Picker’s Parlor
• Kate Hoffmann, Atlantic Animal Health Center

Public Servant:

• Kelsey Smith, Iowa Child Care Resource & Referral
• Anthony Smith, First Church of Christ
• Kris Erickson, City of Atlantic
• Beth Olsen, Cass County Health System – Public Health

YP Choice Workplace

• Nishna Valley Family YMCA
• Atlantic Specialty Care – Care Initiatives

The 2018 award winners will be announced at the Atlantic Rising YP Awards Gala on Friday, April 27th, starting at noon. The event will take place at the Atlantic Golf & Country Club. Thank you to the Atlantic Rising Premier Partner, Cass County Health System.

Visit www.atlanticiowa.com to register on the Events Calendar page or call the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce at 712-243-3017. Atlantic Rising is an organization focused on connecting, engaging and attracting young leaders into the community while promoting greater Atlantic. Any interested individuals can contact ashley@atlanticiowa.com or call 712-243-3017 for information on membership.

The Atlantic Police Department reports the arrest Wednesday, April 4th of 24-year-old Jessica Mack of Atlantic on a Cass County Warrant for Violation of a No Contact Order and False Report of Indictable Offense to Public Entity. She was taken into custody and transported to the Cass County Jail and booked in.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Emails show that Iowa Finance Authority Director David Jamison requested a friendly get-together with longtime ally Gov. Kim Reynolds, just days before she fired him for alleged sexual harassment.

The records released Friday underscore how swiftly Reynolds acted to terminate Jamison, with whom she’d had a working relationship dating back two decades, once her staff learned of the allegations.

But they don’t shed light on the nature of Jamison’s alleged misconduct, which the governor’s office has refused to share with the public despite mounting calls to do so.
Reynolds fired Jamison on March 24, citing “credible” allegations of sexual harassment against him by state employees. Jamison had written to the governor’s scheduler on March 19 requesting a meal or coffee meeting “to sit and visit” with his longtime colleague.