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Iowa early News Headlines: Wed., 5/31/17

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May 31st, 2017 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press at 3:45 a.m. CDT

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Now second in Iowa’s line of succession, Senate President Jack Whitver is declining to receive a permanent Iowa State Patrol security detail. Patrol spokesman Scott Bright confirmed Tuesday the agency offered “executive protection” to Whitver when he became Iowa’s second-highest ranking official last week but he declined the offer. Such protection is normally provided by troopers who travel with the governor, first lady and lieutenant governor.

ALTOONA, Iowa (AP) — The long-promised repeal of “Obamacare” is unlikely, and any final agreement with the Republican-controlled House is uncertain. This assessment comes from Iowa Republican Sens. Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst as the Republican-controlled Senate moves forward on its work to dismantle the 2010 health care bill while facing conflicting demands within their own party and lockstep Democratic opposition.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Police have identified three of four people killed last week following a Des Moines apartment fire. Des Moines police said in a news release Tuesday that 57-year-old Rosetta Toole, 71-year-old Henry Ellis, and 32-year-old Christopher Lander all died from injuries suffered in Thursday’s fire at the Eddy Apartments, about two miles west of downtown Des Moines. Police say the fourth victims’ identity had not yet been confirmed by Tuesday.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds will lead a trade mission to China this summer focusing on agriculture. Reynolds announced Tuesday she and representatives from the Iowa Farm Bureau and other agriculture groups will travel to China between July 19 and July 28 to meet with officials and industry partners. Reynolds says the delegation will try to create trade opportunities for Iowa’s corn, pork, soy, beef, egg, poultry, dairy and turkey industries. The agricultural groups will cover Reynolds’ expenses.

Atlantic man arrested on Shelby County warrant

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

Sheriff’s officials in Shelby County, Tuesday, said a Cass County man was arrested last Thursday on an outstanding warrant for Probation Violation. 28-year old Joshua James Dyer, of Atlantic, was transported to the Shelby County Jail where he was awaiting his court appearance and was being held under a $2,500 bond.

And, last Saturday, a Shelby County Deputy arrested 27-year old Dane August Dodge, of Harlan, for OWI/2nd offense. Dodge was also cited for careless driving. He was transported to the Shelby County Jail and released later that afternoon after posting a $2,000 bond.

Mills County Sheriff’s report (5/30)

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

The Mills County Sheriff’s Office today (Tuesday) released a report on arrests that were made over the past few days. Early Monday morning, 49-year old Terry James Fernside, of Council Bluffs, was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance and Driving Under Suspension (DUS). Early Sunday morning, 28-year old Chelsea Jo Griffeth, of Red Oak, was arrested in Malvern, for Public Intoxication.

Friday afternoon, 35-year old Aaron Lee Gillespie, of Glenwood, was arrested on a  Warrant for 5th Degree Theft. Friday morning, 23-year old Jason Thomas Meidl, of Columbia, MS, was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance. That same morning, 20-year old Justice Renee Weilage, of Glenwood, was arrested in Mills County for Possession of a Controlled Substance.

And, last Thursday night, Shelby Marie Leialoha Fincher, of Bellevue, NE, was arrested for Public Intoxication.

Malvern man arrested for Driving While Barred

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May 30th, 2017 by Jim Field

The Red Oak Police Department reports the arrest of a Malvern man on Tuesday after a traffic stop. At 1:30pm Officers conducted a traffic stop on a Kawasaki motorcycle in the 1000 block of North 4th Street in Red Oak. After investigation is was determined that the driver, 41-year-old Willard Edward Frazier of Malvern, had a barred drivers license. Frazier was arrested for Driving While Barred and cited for No Valid Insurance. He was taken to the Montgomery County Jail and held on $2,000 bond.

State agency launches map detailing condition of 24,000 bridges

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

A new interactive map on the Iowa Department of Transportation website offers Iowans a glimpse into the conditions of the state’s 24-thousand bridges. The D-O-T’s Andrea Henry says the map is searchable by county, city or state legislative district and it indicates whether bridges are in good, fair or poor condition.

“We want to make sure people understand where the issues lie on the system and what we’re doing about those,” Henry says, “and to get a little glimpse into some of the resources necessary to be able to help us make decisions.” The map was created to help elected officials make decisions about repairs, considering whether some bridges have become structurally deficient or functionally obsolete. Henry says regular citizens can also check out bridges nearby.

“For the general public, they may be able to have an awareness of what bridges to avoid or where they may need to be concerned about any potential deterioration of a bridge condition,” Henry says. “However, really this map is primarily more for decision-makers.” To see the map, visit the Iowa Department of Transportation website (www.iowadot.gov), click on the Performance tab at the left, and choose the Bridge Condition link.

(Radio Iowa, w/thanks to Michael Leland, Iowa Public Radio)

Stand-off in Crawford County ended w/out injuries

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

(Updated) A stand-off in Crawford County that began early Tuesday morning, ended without anyone being hurt. Authorities say at approximately 7 a-m, the Iowa State Patrol Area B Tactical Team assisted the Division of Narcotic Enforcement (DNE) and Crawford County Sheriff’s Office in serving the warrant at 315 Eagle Street.

An unidentified man barricaded himself inside the home and refused to surrender to authorities. After several hours of trying to convince the man to come out, law enforcement used chemical munitions to resolve the situation. The suspect was taken into custody at approximately 11:30-a.m. .

(Radio Iowa)

Police ID 3 of 4 victims killed in Des Moines apartment fire

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Police have identified three of four people killed last week following a Des Moines apartment fire. Des Moines police said in a news release Tuesday that 57-year-old Rosetta Toole, 71-year-old Henry Ellis, and 32-year-old Christopher Lander all died from injuries suffered in Thursday’s fire at the Eddy Apartments, about two miles west of downtown Des Moines.

Police say Toole and Ellis died at local hospitals, while Lander died at a hospital in Iowa City.  Police say the fourth victims’ identity had not yet been confirmed by Tuesday. Police have said that one person killed in the fire will have to be identified through DNA testing.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Juveniles arrested in connection w/Shenandoah burglaries; Shen. man arrested on drug charges

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

Police in Shenandoah report three male juveniles were arrested and transported to the Juvenile Detention Center in Council Bluffs, this (Tuesday) morning, in connection with two burglaries that took place. The incidents happened in the 1100 block of Maple Street as well as on Country Club Lane. The names of the youth were not released. Authorities say if your residence in Shenandoah has been burglarized, contact Shenandoah Police, as additional items from the two areas mentioned have been recovered, but their owners unidentified. Police remind residents also, to lock your vehicle and homes at night.

And, a Shenandoah man was arrested Saturday on drug charges, after Officers stopped a vehicle for a traffic offense and suspicious activity. Michael Dunlap was subsequently arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance/Marijuana, and Possession of a Controlled Substance/Morphine. Dunlap was being held in the Page County Jail pending an appearance before a magistrate.

Fender-bender in Atlantic, Monday

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

No injuries were reported following an accident Monday afternoon, in Atlantic. According to Atlantic Police, a vehicle driven by Norma Bornholdt, of Walnut, was backing out of a parking stall in the Hy-Vee parking lot, when her vehicle was struck on the driver’s side by a vehicle that was driven by Jason Watson, of Atlantic. The accident happened as Watson was also backing out of a parking stall.The accident happened at around 4:40-p.m.

Damage from the collision amounted to $1,800. No citations were issued.

Atlantic “Produce in the Park” begins this Thursday

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May 30th, 2017 by Ric Hanson

The good eating season begins June 1st with the opening of Produce in the Park Farmers Market. It will be open every Thursday through September 28 in Atlantic City Park, 4:30 to 6:30 pm.

Seventeen vendors come from Elk Horn, Brayton, Shelby, Walnut, Oakland Wiota, Bridgewater and rural Atlantic to provide fresh, locally grown and raised, and homemade food and crafts. Some have been serving you, the consumer, for several  years and new ones are joining.

Fresh, locally grown spring produce such as greens, radishes, onions, herbs and rhubarb will be the high light. But produce also includes eggs, beef, chicken and pork. Vendors will offer home produced syrup, honey, jams and baked goods. Bedding plants will be available.

Produce in the Park requires that all food, crafts and other items be locally grown or made. Goat milk soap and personal care items, other bath and body products, handmade rugs and other home décor are some of the products available.

You can choose your evening meal from Knights of Columbus, Stone Arch Pizzeria and Hy-Vee. Wells Fargo is the June sponsor so will be offering tasting samples. The Atlantic Chamber and supporting businesses will be giving away free shopping bags.

Produce in the park is a community event offering entertainment, children’s activities and the opportunity to learn about organizations and community resources. The Atlantic Public Library will be present each week. A Farmers Market Scavenger hunt for you will also be available every week.

Senior and WIC coupons and SNAP EBT cards are all accepted by certified vendors.

For continuous information, go to Face book: produce in the park.