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Boys Golf Results from Saturday, May 10th

Sports

May 11th, 2025 by Jack McGonigal

Kuemper Catholic Tournament

1. Atlantic 320

6. Kuemper Catholic 332

7. Harlan 346

9. Panorama 353

11. Denison-Schleswig 373 

Top 10:

1. Keith Thompson (74) – Hamburg

5. Parker Cary (75) – Panorama

6. Hudson McLaren (76) – Atlantic

7. Sam Brosam (78) – Atlantic 

 

Coon Rapids-Bayard Invitational

1. Woodward-Granger 308

2. Coon Rapids-Bayard 315

3. Audubon 325

5. ACGC 353 

Medalist: Max Shirbroun (75) – Coon Rapids-Bayard

Runners-up: Landon Chambers (76) – Woodward-Granger, Max Behrens (76) – Woodward-Granger & Andy David (76) – Woodward-Granger 

Audubon: Oliver Deist – 77, Sully McClain – 79, Henry Burr – 80, Mason Steckler – 89, Hudson Hocker – 91, Ryan Hermansen – 92 

ACGC: Noah Kading – 84, Sawyer Bireline-Huss – 85, Chase Slaybaugh – 89, Casey Young – 95, Collin Stringham – 96 

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Bizarre tie ends Iowa baseball series against No. 10 Oregon State in Des Moines

Sports

May 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

Oregon State had a plane to catch and it cost may have prevented the Iowa Hawkeyes baseball team from posting a victory over a top 10 foe. Sunday’s series finale at Principal Park in Des Moines was officially ruled a 6-6 tie after 10 innings due to a predetermined time limit which would allow the Beavers to make it to the airport. Iowa’s Jaixen Frost had tied the game in the bottom of the tenth with a solo homer to left.

That’s Iowa coach Rick Heller who says the coaches discussed and agreed upon the time limit before the game.

The ending spoiled a brilliant start on the mound by Hawkeye senior Ben DeTaeye. With regular Sunday starter Reese Beuter scratched with an elbow injury, DeTaeye responded by tossing five hit-less innings. He was lifted in the sixth inning with two runners on and nobody out and the Hawkeyes leading 3-0.

DeTaeye was notified on Saturday night that he would be making just his second start of the season in Principal Park against the 10th ranked team in the country.

Iowa was looking to avoid a sweep of the three game series that drew more than 15 thousand fans.

Heller says a decision on whether Beuter will be able to start Saturday’s game against fifth ranked Oregon will be made some time this week.

The Hawkeyes host the Ducks in a three game series beginning Thursday and with two wins will clinch at least a share of the Big Ten regular season title.

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ANNE C. BRENEMAN, 76, of Riverside & DONALD BRENEMAN, 86, of Coralville (formerly of Riverside) – Graveside Svcs. 5/22/25

Obituaries

May 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

ANNE C. BRENEMAN, 76, of Riverside, died December 18, 2018. DONALD BRENEMAN, 86, of Coralville (& formerly of Riverside), died August 10, 2024.  Joint graveside services with Military Honors for ANNE & DONALD BRENEMAN will be held at 2-p.m. on May 22nd, in the Atlantic Cemetery, with Miliary Honors by the Atlantic Color Guard. Roland Funeral Home in Atlantic has the arrangements.

ANNE & DONALD BRENEMAN are survived by Don’s sister:  Linda Leistad of North Liberty, IA.

Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.

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Clarinda Police Dept. to hold Memorial Services as part of National Police Officer’s Memorial Week

News

May 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

(Clarinda, Iowa) -This week (May 11th through the 17th), is National Police Officer’s Memorial Week, 2025. The week is reserved to recognize the service and sacrifice of federal, state, and local law enforcement. As part of the observances, the Clarinda Police Department will conduct a memorial services beginning at 2-p.m. Tuesday, May 13th, at the Clarinda Cemetery Armed Services Flag Stand/ Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.  American Legion Sergy Post 98 will provide a three-volley salute and Taps honor guard.

In 1962, President Kennedy issued the first proclamation for Peace Officers Memorial Day and National Police Week to remember and honor law enforcement officers for their service and sacrifices. Peace Officers Memorial Day, which every year falls on May 15, specifically honors law enforcement officers killed or disabled in the line of duty.

Clarinda Chief of Police Keith Brothers and his staff cordially invites you to attend the memorial service and pay tribute to those law enforcement officers who have given their lives in the line of duty. 147 federal, state, and local law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty in 2024 according to preliminary data provided by the FBI.

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MICHELLE HOWARD, 63, of Storm Lake [formerly of Atlantic] – (Svcs. Pending)

Obituaries

May 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

MICHELLE HOWARD, 63, of Storm Lake [formerly of Atlantic], died Saturday, May 10, 2025, at University of Iowa Medical Center in Iowa City. Services for MICHELLE HOWARD are pending with Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic.

Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.

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Red Oak man arrested Saturday on a Criminal Mischief charge

News

May 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – Officials with the Red Oak Police Department report the arrest at around 5:40-p.m. Saturday, of 18-year-old Cylis Daniel Johnson, of Red Oak. Johnson was taken into custody in the 400 block of N. 2nd Street, for Criminal Mischief in the 5th Degree (a Simple Misdemeanor). He was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $300 bond.

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Skyscan Forecast for Atlantic & the KJAN listening area: Sunday (Mother’s Day), May 11, 2025

Weather

May 11th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

Today: Sunny, with a high near 83. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight: Clear, with a low around 50. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 55.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 84. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 59.
Wednesday: Sunny & breezy, with a high near 87.
Wed. Night: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms through midnight otherwise mostly clear, with a low around 61.

Saturday’s High in Atlantic was 87. Our Low this morning, was 46. Last year on May 11th, the High in Atlantic was 81 and the Low was 41. The Record High was 95 in 2000. The Record Low was 27 in 1891, 1946 & 1981. Sunrise: 6:06; Sunset: 8:28.

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Man from Texas killed in a southwest IA motorcycle accident

News

May 10th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

(Prescott, Iowa) – A motorcycle accident Saturday afternoon in Adams County claimed the life of a man from Texas. According to the Iowa State Patrol, a 2000 Yamaha motorcycle operated by 25-year-old Tevin Takeo Wilson, of Amarillo, TX, was traveling westbound on 180th Street, between Redwood and Quince Avenues, when for reasons unknown, the machine began to wobble and cause Wilson to lose control.

When the cycle struck the barrier face of the Mt. Zion Branch Bridge, Wilson was ejected over the barrier and landed on the rocks below, as the motorcycle continued to slide westbound. The accident happened a little after 2-p.m., Saturday.

Wilson died at the scene. His body was transported to the State Medical Examiner’s Office.

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Boil Advisory for customers of Regional Water

News

May 10th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

(Avoca, Iowa) –  Officials with Regional Water are recommending customers boil their water before using it for drinking, and to use an alternative source if possible. [All customers except those in and around Underwood, McClelland, & Weston}.
Regional Water had a problem with the distribution system due to excessive demand and the system lost pressure on May 10, 2025. Due to the potential for bacterial contamination, it is recommended that the water be boiled before being used for drinking or cooking or that an alternative source be used. The pressure loss is affecting over half of their system, prompting the system-wide boil advisory.
IT IS RECOMMENDED NOT TO DRINK THE WATER WITHOUT BOILING IT FIRST. Bring all water to a boil, let it boil for one minute, and let it cool before using, or use bottled water. Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, and food preparation until further notice. Boiling kills bacteria and other organisms in the water. The water may be used for bathing and other similar purposes. If the water is colored, use an alternative source such as bottled water.
For more information, please contact the Regional Water Office at 712-343-2413. General guidelines on ways to lessen the risk of infection by microbes are available from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1(800) 426-4791.
When water service is restored, there may be air in your water piping and the water may be discolored. It is recommended to run the first water from a faucet that does not have an aerator screen, such as a bathtub or hose bib. Open the faucet slowly to allow the air to escape. Once the water is flowing, allow the faucet to run until it is clear. The water may be cloudy at first due to air in the water or particles that dislodged as the pipes filled with water. This should be clear fairly quickly. If water is cloudy or colored throughout the house and it does not clear after allowing the water to run for several minutes, use an alternative source such as bottled water and contact Regional Water at the number listed above.
The system is being repressurized, and bacteria samples will be collected. This advisory is a precaution until bacterial sample results are available. You will be notified when the results are available and the advisory is lifted.
The system is working with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to resolve the situation.

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JULIA McNEES, 86, of Atlantic (Svcs. 5/14/25)

Obituaries

May 10th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

JULIA McNEES, 86, of Atlantic, Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Heritage House in Atlantic. Funeral services for JULIA McNEES will be held 10:30-a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at the First United Methodist Church in Atlantic. Roland Funeral Service in Atlantic has the arrangements.

Visitation with the family present will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 13th, from 5-until 7-p.m.

Burial will be in the Atlantic Cemetery.

Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation.

Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.

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