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Clinton police investigate fatal shooting in residential area

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – Authorities are asking for tips from the public after a man was found dead in a residential area of Clinton. Clinton Police say they were responding to a report of gunshots in the area shortly before 11 p.m. Sunday and they found 43-year-old Antoine Sampson of Clinton lying in an intersection. The news release from the department did not offer other information about Sampson’s death, but Clinton Police said there does not appear to be any ongoing threats to the community. Police say people who phone in tips about the case can remain anonymous.

Glenwood Police report, 7/18/22

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Glenwood, Iowa) – Police in Glenwood are reporting three recent arrests. Today (Monday, 7/18), 43-year-old William Jensen, of Glenwood, was arrested on a Mills County Warrant for Theft in the 5th Degree and and Trespass in the 1st Degree. His cash-only bond was set at $300.

On Sunday, 22-year-old Nicholas Foster, of Red Oak, was arrested for unlawful possession of prescription drugs and possession of marijuana. His total cash or surety bond was set at $2,000. And, on Saturday, Glenwood Police arrested 29-year-old Aaron Jansen, of Glenwood, was arrested for OWI/1st offense. His cash or surety bond was set at $1,000.

Railroad Crossing replacement will close IA 141 at Sloan beginning Monday, July 25

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

SIOUX CITY, Iowa – July 18, 2022 – A railroad crossing replacement project on Iowa 141 at Sloan will require roadway closure beginning on Monday, July 25, weather permitting, according to the Iowa Department of Transportation’s District 3 office. During this project, motorists will be detoured around the work zone by using Interstate 29, Woodbury County roads K25 and K45. The expected completion date for this project is Saturday, July 30.

The Iowa DOT reminds motorists to drive with caution, obey the posted speed limit and other signs in the work area, and be aware that traffic fines for moving violations are at least double in work zones. As in all work zones, drivers should stay alert, allow ample space between vehicles, and wear seat belts.

The latest traveler information is available anytime through our 511 system. Visit 511ia.org; call 511 (within Iowa) or 800-288-1047 (nationwide); stay connected with 511 on Facebook or Twitter (find links at https://iowadot.gov/511/511-social-media-sites), or download the free app to your mobile device.

Public input requested for three proposed bridge replacement projects on Iowa 2 in Fremont County

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

AMES, Iowa – July 18, 2022 – The Iowa Department of Transportation is requesting public input for three proposed bridge replacement projects on Iowa Highway 2, east of I-29. Construction of the project is expected to begin in 2024. Through traffic on Iowa 2 will be detoured using U.S. 275 and I-29 to the south through the town of Hamburg. For more information, see the website listed below.

To review the pre-recorded PowerPoint, visit the Iowa DOT’s project-related public involvement event website at www.iowadot.gov/pim If you do not have access to the internet, or need assistance viewing the materials, please contact the DOT representative listed below.

For general information or to make a comment regarding the proposed bridge projects, contact Scott Suhr, field services coordinator, Iowa DOT District 4 Office, 2210 E. Seventh St, Atlantic, IA 50022, phone 712-243-3355 or 800-289-4368, email scott.suhr@iowadot.us.

Register’s ‘Iowa Poll’ finds Reynolds leads DeJear by 17 points

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – The Des Moines Register “Iowa Poll” shows Governor Kim Reynolds widening her lead over Democratic challenger Deidre DeJear. In February, the Register’s “Iowa Poll” found Reynolds leading DeJear by eight points. The new survey shows 48 percent of likely voters support Reynolds and 31 percent support DeJear — a 17 point margin. The February survey asked likely voters about Reynolds and DeJear, while this month’s poll asked about other candidates. Rick Stewart, the Libertarian candidate for governor, got five percent support. Nine percent of those surveyed said they weren’t sure who they’d vote for in the General Election.

An Iowa Poll on the state’s U-S Senate race released Saturday found incumbent Republican Chuck Grassley leading Democratic challenger Mike Franken by eight points.

Police make two arrests in Des Moines’ 10th homicide of 2022

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – Two central Iowa men are now jailed after what police describe as a murder and robbery. Des Moines police were called to an apartment Sunday morning and found the body of a 32-year-old man who officers said had “obvious traumatic injury,” and later said he’d been shot to death. Within hours, two suspects were in custody. Dontaye Burton and Antonio Ross, both 33 and from Des Moines, are each charged with first-degree murder and robbery.

Police say Burton and Ross removed property from the crime scene, but police didn’t say what, though three firearms were recovered. It’s Des Moines’ tenth homicide of the year.

Villisca man arrested Friday night

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Red Oak, Iowa) – Police in Red Oak say a traffic stop at around 10:30-p.m. Friday, resulted in the arrest of a man from Villisca. Authorities say 20-year-old Braden Alan Gray was arrested in the 1900 block of Highway 34, for Driving While Revoked – a serious misdemeanor. Gray was transported to the Montgomery County Jail and held on a $1,000 bond.

Shelby County Supervisors agenda for 7/19/22

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Harlan, Iowa) – The Shelby County Board of Supervisors’ regular weekly meeting takes place beginning at 9-a.m. on Tuesday, in their Board Room at the Courthouse, in Harlan. Auditor Mark Maxwell provided KJAN with the agenda:

  1. Call to order
  2. Conflict of Interest with the Agenda
  3. Approval of Agenda-Action Item
  4. Claims of July 14th, 2022 Action Item
  5. Approve Minutes of July 5th, 2022 Action Item
  6. Supervisor Committee Reports Action Item
  7. Consider Recorders quarterly fees and Recorders report approval – Action Item
  8. Todd Valline Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and Industry report to Supervisors.
  9. Resolution 2022-36 set hearing date and first reading for a Hazardous liquid pipeline ordinance to implement and supplement county land restoration and damage assessment Authority in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 479B- Action Item
  10. Resolution 2022-37 set hearing date and second reading for a Hazardous liquid pipeline ordinance to implement and supplement county land restoration and damage assessment Authority in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 479B. Action Item
  11. Resolution 2022-38 set hearing date and third reading for a Hazardous liquid pipeline ordinance to implement and supplement county land restoration and damage assessment Authority in accordance with Iowa Code Chapter 479B Action Item
  12. Resolution 2022-39 set hearing date and first reading for a Carbon dioxide pipeline risk minimization certification ordinance. August 2nd Action Item
  13. Resolution 2022-40 set hearing date and second reading for a Carbon dioxide pipeline risk minimization certification ordinance.  Action Item
  14. Resolution 2022-41 set hearing date and third reading for a Carbon dioxide pipeline risk minimization certification ordinance.  Action Item
  15. Secondary Roads Report including; three detour arrangements with the Iowa DOT, for use of M-16 and F-32 as detour routes during three DOT projects-Action Item
  16. Consider  Appointment recommendation of Stacy Ferry to Landfill Commission– Action Item
  17. Adjourn

5 arrests in Creston July 15-16

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Creston, Iowa) – Police in Creston say a total of five arrests took place Friday and Saturday. On Saturday, 36-year-old Heather Layne Green, of Creston, was arrested for Driving While Suspended. She was cited and released from the scene. And, 22-year-old Christian Garcia-Vasquez, of Creston, was arrested at his home, Saturday, for Domestic Abuse Assault/1st offense. He was later released from the Union County Jail on a $300 cash or surety bond.

At around 11:05-p.m. Friday, Creston Police arrested 36-year-old Tyler Dean Gage, of Kent, for Conspiracy/Intent to Manufacture/Deliver Methamphetamine, Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd Offense, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Gage was transported to the Union County Jail. Gage was later released on $15,300 bond. At around 6-p.m., Friday, 26-year-old Azzinaro Haze, of Creston, was arrested on a Polk County Warrant for Domestic Abuse Assault/1st offense, and Contempt: violation of no contact order/protective order. Haze was being held without bond in the Union County Jail while awaiting extradition to Polk County.

And, at around 4:50-p.m. Friday, 38-year-old Trisha Jae Johnston, of Creston, was arrested for Driving while Suspended. Johnston was transported to the Union County Jail where and later transported to Adams County Jail. She was eventually released on a $300 cash or surety bond.

Shelby County Fair concludes this evening w/livestock auction; Other Fairs set to get underway this week!

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July 18th, 2022 by Ric Hanson

(Harlan, Iowa) – The Shelby County Fair concludes its week-long run this evening, with the 4-H/FFA Livestock auction. The auction begins at 5:30-p.m. And, while that Fair wraps-up, three more county fairs are set to get-underway this week. Preparation for the Montgomery County Fair in Red Oak began in earnest last Saturday. And, while there are some judging events scheduled for today, the Fair officially begins Tuesday, and runs through Sunday. Find a pdf link to the full schedule, HERE.

The Adair County Fair in Greenfield is set to begin its full slate of activities on Wednesday. For the complete schedule, click HERE. And, The Pottawattamie County Fair in Avoca begins its complete schedule, on Thursday. Here’s the schedule (Click to enlarge):