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KJAN Trading Post

Listen each weekday at 10:15 am and 2:15 pm for “TRADING POST” on AM 1220/FM 101.1, KJAN!

Trading Post rules: limit 3 items per call (any combination of buy, sell, trade, rent or giveaway), we will not accept items that are being sold as part of a regular business venture. No estate sales or auctions, but garage sales will be allowed.  Please let us know if you have sold your item or found what you were looking for so we can mark it appropriately.

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WEEK OF JULY 14, 2025

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July 14th, 2025 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  20 Foot Gooseneck Flatbed w/4 Foot Beaver Tail.  12” Beam Main Frame, 5” Channel Platform Frame w/Stake Pockets and Tie Rails complete length, Heavy Duty Drop-Leg Jack w/spring assist, Safety Chains with large hooks to fit B&W chain hooks, Spare Tire, not in good shape but holds air, 2 ea. 7000# Rubber Torsion Axles, Exe-Lube Bearings, 8 Bolt Hubs, Ramps: 4 Foot Long (store under trailer), Tires: 235/85R16 Load Range E, less than 500 miles, Brakes: 7K Left 12” Dexter Assembly, 7K Right 12” Dexter Assembly, less than 500 miles, Marker Lights, Brake Lights new wiring in 2022 and all work, Break Away Battery replaced in 2024, Rear Dropdown Legs for loading, Floor: no holes or missing boards, quite a bit of life left, solid, Trailer has no damage, Needs Paint, surface rust only, I used this trailer numerous times this year for short trips to Council Bluffs with no issues.  Asking Price: $7500.00  OBO.  Serious buyers only.  Call Jeff @ 402-250-4235.

FREE:  rhubarb at 403 Locust in Atlantic. In the alley. Take all you want. Please don’t leave a mess.

MISSING:   In Atlantic. Gray and white cat named Lucy. She’s 7 years old.  Please call 712-249-5047 if you see her.

FOR SALE: Gray & white Canadian Timberwolf statue. 6 inches tall. Standing on white rock.  Asking $15. Also have several fishing rods for sale. $5 each. Call in Griswold 402-290-2945

FOR SALE: 33 Beatles Albums. $20 each or make an offer on all. 712-249-2106…ask for Steve

FOR SALE:  50 three week old quail, straight run, mix of jumbo and regular size. $5 each, or $4 each if you take 10 or more. Call or text Abigail 712-208-0369.

WEEK OF JULY 7, 2025

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July 6th, 2025 by Jim Field

WANTED: Wanting to trade 3 antique cars for a running vehicle. Don’t care what it looks like as long as it runs. Call 641-247-1758

WANTED:  Youth Searching for wood carving tools.Spoon carving knives, relief carving tools. Maybe you have something collecting dust? In Atlantic (661) 361-3147.

FOR SALE:  garage refrigerator. Brand is Danby and it measures 24” wide x 24” deep x 59” high. Works very well! Asking $ 75 cash only please. Call or text Kurt at 712-249-0186. Near Audubon.

FOR SALE:  Roku ultra streaming device with HDMI cord.  $30.  Acer Chromebook..touchscreen and can use like an ipad.  Works great  $99.
LG – 43″ SMART TV, USED VERY LITTLE, $65.  Located in Elk Horn.  531-530-9492…Leave a text or voicemail if no answer.

GARAGE SALE:  in Atlantic, Thu./Friday (July 10th & 11th) 804 E. Mahogany, from 8-a.m. until 5-p.m. both days. Some items include: Plants; Kitchen tools; Baby items; and lots of miscellaneous things.

FOR SALE: Heavy duty load binder/ Quick binder. Has hooks on both ends. Asking $25. Call in Hamlin 712-304-4998

FOR SALE:  3 brand new golf blouses, size XL.  Paid $26 each.  Selling for $20 each.  (970) 218-3328.

FOR SALE: 1978 AlumiCraft 16ft open bough boat. Hawkeye yellow & black with 75hp Tacker motor; 2 trolling motors (front and rear); console steering, solid floor, 2 anchors, life jackets, 2 newer batteries, extra parts, plus lots of fishing gear, including Helix depth finder. Call for further details 712-249-4083 SOLD!

FOR SALE:  2006 Kawasaki ATV.  Has winch and snow blade.  In very good condition with good tires, front and back racks.  Asking $3,500 OBO.  Call 402-689-4157 in Kimballton.

LOST: Missing small dog in the Cumberland area. 15 lbs black and brown coloring. Goes by Molly. Call 515-669-2039, missing since the evening of July 4th.

FOR SALE:  2 swivel, rocker deck chairs, 1 year old,were stored inside thru the winter.lightly used. $100.00 for the pair.  712-250-1005.

FOR SALE:  1968 penny with IN GOD WE TRUST on its rim.  I don’t know how it was made like this. But I’ve heard this is everything from it’s a scam, to it was made in a clothes dryer, to its a misaligned die in the minting process, which I personally think is right. It was very hard to find! I’ve been coin hunting for about a year now and I’ve come across I think 3 of these.  I’m asking $50 but will look at offers.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

WEEK OF JUNE 30, 2025

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June 30th, 2025 by Jim Field

FREE: Rhubarb at 403 Locust in Atlantic. Take what you want, please don’t leave a mess.

FOR SALE: 1940’s DeSoto for parts. Asking $800. Also looking for a car to buy…$1000 or under. Call 641-247-1758

FOR SALE:  Shelving ladder. Shelves are removable. Great decorating piece. Asking $30.  Call 712-249-2823.

FREE! Young rooster. 5-6 months old. Call 712-250-0358 in Atlantic.

MISSING CAT: Young male cat is missing in Atlantic in the country southwest of town, in the 2nd Street area on Cedar or north of town by the AL plant. His name is Peaches. He’s mostly yellow with a little white. He is fixed but his ear is not notched. Call 712-249-5047

FOR SALE:  2009 Harley ultra classic, 55,600 miles.  Runs good, good tires. $6,000 cash.  Also, 1993 Harley ultra classic 90th anniversary edition 48,000 miles, needs carburetor work , new battery last year, rear tire less than 500 miles , $2,000 cash. Call or text 712-254-0473.

FOR SALE: 1983 Southwind RV. Extra sleeping room. Needs a battery. Located in Marne. Asking $30,000. Call for more details 402-889-1148

FOR SALE: Wood (not particle board) hutch. Heavy. In great condition for $50. Light bar for car. Comes with everything needed to install. Asking $75. Also a trapeze bar (600# capacity) to assist in sitting up in bed for $40. Call 712-254-0837

FOR SALE:  Window small room Air Conditioner with remote. 120 volt, runs great. $75, cash only. Call 712-762-3981 (Anita).

WANTED:  Does anyone know who works on sewing machines?  I have a singer I need to have looked at around Atlantic.  My phone 712-249-1904FOUND!

FOR SALE:  2003 100th Anniversary wide glide. Never laid over or set out, well taken care of. $6,500.00. (712)304-2819.

FOR SALE:  770 Oliver row crop.  $2,750.00.  (712)304-2819.

WEEK OF JUNE 23, 2025

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June 23rd, 2025 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: Caterpillar Forklift Model CP25K with side track. Runs on propane. Asking $6000 obo or willing to trade. Call 712-355-1566

FOR SALE:  Motorcycle Items  – NELSON-RIGG (Trk-350) Full Cover fits any trike (covers 57″ rear).and has a 40″ rear zipper .
FEATURES: 1.Medium weight Tri-Max polyester 2.Waterproof 3.Soft windshield liner 4.Heat-resistant lower panels 5.Perma-venting system 6.Universal fit 7.Comes with storage bag.  It’s black and silver, although the black has some fading in different areas. Cover is in good condition and is folded in original box. Am selling because we no longer have trike. – $60.  One pair of rear crash guards for Goldwing GL1500 – Like new – $85 (Honda OEM). Taken off our ’99  cycle when it was triked in 2000. Been in storage ever since.  Honda Goldwing GL1500 Windshield Vent – $20.  NEW (15410-MFJ-D01) Honda Brand Oil filter for Goldwing 1500 – $8.  NEW (MGL7317) Microgard Oil Filter -$5.  Items located in Pleasant Hill, IA.  Call 515-943-6471.

FREE:  if you take everything…like new stainless steel sink, like new faucet and nice counter tops. Located at 400 E 4th Street in Atlantic. Call 712-243-5467

FOR SALE:  This is a 1968 penny with IN GOD WE TRUST Stamped on the rim of the coin.  Asking $200.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

FOR SALE:  treadmill – belts replaced recently including the walking surface belt – incline feature does not work – everything else works just fine – folds up for easy storage.  $50.00.   712 – 249 – 1751.

FOR SALE: 4- S10 wheels with low profile tires, asking $300. Also a gas and a diesel pump. Aking $450 each. And Jeeps for sale, including a 1951 Willy’s Wagon, 1992 Wrangler and a 2008 4 door Jeep. Plus a new gas tank for an Army jeep. Call 712-355-1566

FOR SALE:  Bikers, get ready for Sturgis with a brand new never been out of the box pair of saddle bags made by Saddlemen for $175.00. Also available are a pair of motorcycle wheel chocks for $25.00 each. They are also in the box new and never been used.  If you are interested or have any questions call 701-240-8190.  Items are located in Atlantic.

WANTED:  Looking for an 8 or 9 foot tandem disk with good blades and in good condition.  Call 417-876-7103.

FOR SALE:  Walnut coffee table. $25.00.  Counter tops (pictures does not do it justice.)  The long one is 80.5″ long and 25″ wide for $25.00.
The short one is 68″ long and 24.25″ wide for $20.00.  All items are located in Atlantic.  Please call 417-876-7108 with any questions or if you are interested.

WEEK OF JUNE 16, 2025

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June 16th, 2025 by Jim Field

FREE:  Twin Bed Frame and Mattress/Box Spring. Wood frame with sides and slats, box spring and mattress included. Used but frame still good. Pet friendly/smoke free home.  FREE – pick up in Massena. 712-779-0400.

FOR SALE:  Apple iPad. Air 2.  Used very little…$90.  Roku ultra streaming device with HDMI cord.  $40.  Acer Chromebook..touchscreen and can use like an ipad.  Works great  $120.  Located in Elk Horn.  531-530-9492.

GARAGE SALE:  Walnut will be hosting their CITY WIDE GARAGE SALES ON Saturday,  June 21, 2025.  This will be the week after their big ANTIQUE SHOW.  You don’t want to miss out and maybe find some exciting items.  Most starting at 8:00 am.  Come spend the day in Walnut and stop in the local stores and restaurants too!

FOR SALE:  Antique Mirror with frame. Perfect for a dresser missing a mirror or a craft project. $25.00.  Also, Coleman 54 qt Stainless Steel Cooler. Corona advertising with can opener on front. Never used. Has been stored in original packing except to take out to look at. Somehow it did get a dent on the side. Shown in picture. $100.00.  Located in Atlantic. 712-249-5675.

 

FOR SALE: Canning jars. Call Sandy at 531-225-3615 for more information.

FOR SALE: Westinghouse 50 gallon water heater. Brand new, still in crate. Asking $700. Also a fireplace for sale for $90 and an add-on fireplace for furnace for $1800. Also have trailers for sale, including an HP 22ft with a 2ft dovetail, dump box trailer and utility trailers. Will consider trades and best offers. Call 712-355-1566

WANTED: Old appliances, metal, etc. Will pick it up and get rid of it for free. In Atlantic and Griswold areas. Call 402-290-2945

FOR SALE:  2 Story, 3 bed, 1 bath 1,995 sq. ft. home with detached 2-car garage in Shelby, Iowa. $185,000 – call or text Adam @ 641-512-6117 for more info.

FREE: Rhubarb in the alley at 403 Locust in Atlantic. Take what you want, but don’t leave a mess. Call 712-243-4016

FREE: Several ceramic statues, figurines, etc. Call 712-249-6729 for more information.

FOR SALE:  1982 3.02 gram possible small date.With an obvious die mistake on UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.  Asking $200.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

WEEK OF JUNE 9, 2025

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June 9th, 2025 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  Brand new 235/80/16 tire and 8 bolt lug wheel.  $150 OBO.  Never been used still has label on the tire.  712 520-0687.

FREE:  Rhubarb in the alley at 403 Locust St in Atlantic. Take want you want…please don’t leave a mess. Call 712-243-4016.

GARAGE SALE:  701 Country Street in Walnut. Lots and lots of good stuff! Today until 5pm.

FOR SALE:  1988 Ford F-150 4 x 4, 300 six, 4-speed.  Has overheating problem.  Asking $500 OBO.  Call 712-250-0902 and leave a message.  No texts.

FOR SALE:  This 1964D penny is almost ridiculous because of all the errors on it.  Plus, it’s a DDO (MOTTO DOUBLED ON FRONT).  Asking $200.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

FOR SALE:  Hand made 5ft x 2ft small walnut kitchen table/hallway table. About a year in the making. I didnt realize I had saw dust on my fingers and touched the end, but I wiped it off immediately when I saw it. But didn’t change picture.  Asking $700. You buy the $95 legs I’ll let it go for $550.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

FOR SALE: A polar blue & pearl white 1999 Yamaha Roadstar motorcycle w/ 6,700 miles. Showroom condition. Custom fiberglass fenders. New tires & battery, recent oil change. All accessories. Has hitch for trailer…. asking $6,000; 11-cubic foot pearl color Quick Change trailer to compliment the motorcycle…carpeted and insulated w/52 quart cooler, luggage rack & spare tire for $1,000; 2023 Cub Cadet garden tractor- 24 hp w/46-inch cut. Zero hours (Never used). Has a basket on back. Asking $2,800.  2 yr old 110 window A/C. 15,000 BTU, asking $200. Call for more information on any of those items, 7-a.m. to 7-p.m. only: 712-254-1111

FOR SALE: Yan Mar diesel tractor with only 60 hrs. Has 3 point rear hitch, comes with mower and grader blade. Has a bad rear tire, but the other 3 are good. Asking $2000. Call 641-247-1758

FOR SALE: 1940 Packard 110 4-door. Completely rebuilt chassis (engine, transmission & suspension). Lots of extra parts. Clear AZ Title. Asking $5,000. Call 712-254-6036.

FREE:  five, 2-month old kittens to good homes. 3 orange, 1 beige, 1 calico.  Call 712-621-1245.

FOR SALE:  HP Envy 5660 all-in-one printer, scan, copy and photo machine. Like new.  Manual included.  $145.00.  Also, Brother Fax-575 machine.  $50.00.  All items are located in Atlantic.  Call 417-876-7108.

WEEK OF JUNE 2, 2025

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June 2nd, 2025 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: Campfire wood. Call 712-249-0773

WANTED: Small hay bales or loose straw and mulch for a garden. 712-249-0773

FREE! Rhubarb in the alley at 403 Locust St in Atlantic. Take want you want…please don’t leave a mess. Call 712-243-4016.

FOR SALE: Car toter. Asking $800. Also a 6hp industrial 80 gallon, 220 air compressor. Asking $800. Call 641-247-1758

GARAGE SALE:  Big garage sale at 811 E 10th St, Atlantic, IA on Friday, June 6th from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm and Saturday, June 7th 8:00 am – 2:00 pm.

FOR SALE:  Antique bathroom sink, 20” wide & 18” deep, hangs on wall, includes hangers, faucet, and drain. $50.  Also, 2 white cabinets, 12”x 12”x 24”,  $5 each.  And, misc. used ceiling fans/light fixtures/wall &floor registers, $5 each. If interested, call 712-249-6202. 

FOR SALE:  1991D Lincoln cent with a faint incuse secondary image.  It’s been graded as AU 50 asking $65.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

FREE TO A GOOD HOME:  Need to re-home some cats. Chloe is the one laying with Midnight and Lucky in other pic.  531-530-9492.   In Elk Horn.

FOR SALE:  Calphalon pans for sale with lids.  Never used except the little skillet a few times.  $25.  Also, 43″ Smart LG TV.   Not used a lot as it was a bedroom TV ….$75.  In Elk Horn.  531-530-9492.

FOR SALE: 2002 Ford Explorer. Asking $1000 obo. Can be seen in the alley at 403 Locust in Atlantic.  SOLD!

FOR SALE: Two kids chairs in good condition. $20 for the pair. (Firm) Also two horse Blue Mountain Pottery book ends. Asking $40 (Firm) Call 712-249-7699.

WANTED: A commercial building to rent in the Cumberland, Wiota, Atlantic, Griswold, Lyman or Grant area. Want to use it for a woodworking shop.  Call Don at 515-208-5817.

FOR SALE:  Black LG Washer 4.3 & LG Dryer Work good.  $200.00.  Call (712) 249-3105SOLD!

FREE:  5 foot Benjamina Ficus indoor tree.   712-250-1005GONE!

FOR SALE:  1959 double die obverse Lincoln penny. In very good condition, but ungraded.  Asking $200.  Call Tim at 712-249-9242.

WEEK OF MAY 26, 2025

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May 27th, 2025 by Jim Field

FOR SALE: 2 person air trike with parachute. Free storage. Also Utility trailers for sale including a Shorelander boat trailer. Starting at $250 and up. 712-355-1566

WANTED: Large barn hinge. Size 18×18. Need for a flagpole. Call 712-355-1566

FREE:  Two female lab poodle mix, girls must take both they are sisters.  Call 903-314-1345.

FREE:  two female Labrador pool mix, one year old.  Great dogs, shots and wormed.  Call 903-314-1345.

FOR SALE: Desk. Asking $30 firm. No holds. Very good condition but used. Call 712-249-7699 if interested. SOLD!

FOR SALE:  Truly a rare find. 1982D authentic small date 3.09 gram Double Die Reverse Lincoln penny in possibly MS65-MS66 condition.  Not graded yet. Asking $8,000.  Please call Tim at 712-249-9242.

GARAGE SALE: Another Giant Tenville Yard/shed sale!  June 6-7 all day each day.  2024 Hwy 71, Villisca.  Horse Tack, Antiques, crafts, tools, traps, & collectibles of all kinds!  Fun for everyone.

FREE! Rhubarb! You pick it and don’t leave the leaves or a mess please. 403 Locust Street in Atlantic. Call 712-243-4016

FOR SALE:  2002 Ford Explorer. Can be seen in the alley at 403 Locust in Atlantic. For questions, call Fred at 712-243-4016.

YARD SALE: Friday from 2-6pm and Saturday from 10am-? 2 stand mixers, men’s jeans size 34×30, 2 rocking chairs, 2 Chevy rims, and lots of misc. 1704 Chestnut Street in Atlantic.

FOR SALE:  Allis Chalmers 3-14 AC Plow, snap coupler, slat bottom.  Located near Hamlin.  $75.  Call 712-304-0178 SOLD!

FOR SALE:  5 baby geese hatched May 14th. They are the typical farm store white geese breed Emden. Going all over the farm with the flock.  $10 each.  We will not sell just one as they need a companion.  Located near Hamlin.  Call 712-304-0179SOLD!

WANTED:  Looking for an older working dehumidifier. One that has dials not digital. Text 712-789-0685.

FOR SALE:  2001 Camry RIMS, Tires hold air.  Rims : 60.1 center hub bore, 15 inch, 4.5 bolt pattern. Tires are 205-65-R15.  Sold as a pair, $50.  712–250–0361.

FOR SALE:  Stratshire Terrier. Male 1 1/2 yrs old.  All shots and microchipped.  Outgoing and loving.  $100.00.  Atlantic 402-590-6838.

FOR SALE:  Feeder pigs available: 25-40#, 6-8 weeks old. Purebred Red Wattle X Berkshire cross. Excellent meat quality! $75 call 712-249-1963SOLD!

WEEK OF MAY 19, 2025

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May 23rd, 2025 by Jim Field

FOR SALE:  Trailer tire and wheel.  Tire is brand new never been used.  $200 OBO. 712-520-0687. No scammers don’t need help selling this item.   Must pick up.

FOR SALE:  Vintage glider/rocker; vintage parsons bench; near new full size bed, headboard, console table and shelf unit. In Anita. 712-249-0777.

WEEK OF MAY 12, 2025

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May 12th, 2025 by Jim Field

WANTED: 2 or 3 clean 5 gallon buckets needed to plant tomatoes in. Call 712-249-2591

FOR SALE:  2008 Ram Pickup Quad Cab 4×4.  288,000 miles.  Asking $4,000.  Call 712-249-9083.

FOR SALE: 1951 Dodge and a 1948 DeSoto. Asking $500 each. Call 641-247-1758

FOR SALE:  Samsung TV. 38″ x 22″ Comes on a stand with a remote. Almost unused. $120. Cash, Check or Venmo. Call 708-926-1523.

FOR SALE:  2002 Ford Explorer. Can be seen in the alley at 403 Locust in Atlantic. For questions, call Fred at 712-243-4016.

FOR SALE:  Grumman 17 foot standard aluminum canoe, two canoe paddles, Minnkota 65MX 28 lb. thrust 12 volt trolling motor, canoe registration valid until April 30, 2028.  $400.00  Phone 641-745-5461.

FOR SALE: A 4-door 2019 Buick Envision w/15,000-miles. Asking $23,000. Call 243-2368.

FOR SALE:  Car trailer, 18 feet long, 16 feet flat and 2 foot beaver tail.  2 slide-in ramps, two 3,500 pound axles, 10 ply tires in good shape, good floor, 2 inch ball hitch.  Asking $3,500.  Also, porch swing on stand with canopy.  50 inches wide, new.  Asking $40.  And, Craftsman 16 volt 3/8″ drill driver with battery, charger and tool bag.  Some bits included and in good condition.  Asking $25.  Call 641-362-3081.

FOR SALE:  have a nice West Elm brand storage desk. Purchased new in 2022. some scratches on the surface, but nothing else. Open Storage. $150. Cash, Check or Venmo. Also, Yamaha Guitar, barely used. Purchased New in 2020 $150. Cash, Check or Venmo. Case and several picks included. Email calabazas.r@yahoo.com.  Call 708-926-1523.

FOR SALE: Long box 1998 Chevy pickup. Has a 4.3 automatic. Needs a fuel pump. Asking $500. Call 712-249-6700  SOLD!

FOR SALE: Creepy Crawler above ground pool vacuum. Paid over $200 new…asking $85. Call 712-249-7367

NEW HOMES NEEDED: Several beautiful, well-cared for cats needing new homes. If you would like information, call 641-745-5612

FOR SALE: Futon w/ mattress. Asking $25 obo. Call 712-249-3282

WANTED:  someone to assist the completion of a small landscape project.  Call 249-1965  for info and ask for GeneFOUND!

ESTATE SALE:  Barbara Brown Estate this Friday, Saturday & Sunday May 16-18 in Avoca from 9:00 am-4:00 pm.  Collectibles and many, many gently used items are on full display throughout the home.  There are enough Christmas collectibles and decorations to fill an entire store!  Here’s a link to the event on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/1F42KLpPv9/

FOR SALE:  14” JC Higgins’s saddle.  Always stored inside good condition.  $300.00 or best offer.  Call 712-249-4523 leave message.

FOR SALE:  Large Green ceramic BBQ/ Smoker used only a couple times very heavy duty.  Asking $700.00.  Call 712-249-4523 leave message.