(Sioux County, Iowa) – The Iowa State Patrol Friday evening, reported three people were injured in a three-vehicle crash, Thursday morning about five-miles west of Orange City, in northwest Iowa. The Patrol says a Peterbilt semi was traveling north on Highway 75 in Sioux County near the intersection with Highway 10, at about the same time a 2022 GMC 3500 pickup was traveling south. The GMC turned in-front of the semi, causing the vehicles to collide.

A 2017 Chevy 2500 pickup that was stopped on westbound Highway 10 was struck by the semi, along with a 2021 RAM 2500 pickup, which was stopped at the stop sign on Highway 10 in the right-turn lane to Highway 75. The crash happened at around 8:15-a.m., Thursday.

The drivers of semi, GMC and Chevy pickup truck – 22-year-old Dylan DeWit, of Hull, 24-year-old Brayden Utesch-Nemmers, of Orange City, and 43-year-old Kevin Weldon, of Alton – respectively, were injured in the crash. DeWit and Utesch-Nemmers were transported by Sioux Center EMS to Sioux Center Health. Kevin Weldon was transported to Orange City Health by Orange City EMS. All three drivers were wearing their seat belts.

CLARINDA, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Atlantic Field Office was notified Friday morning of a traffic accident involving two semi-trucks at the intersection of N Avenue and 140th Street, near Clarinda in Page County, which caused diesel fuel and engine fluids to reach the East Tarkio River.

One semi was turning left when it was struck from behind by another semi, owned by Preston McNees. Both drivers were unharmed. The collision caused Mr. McNees’ semi to enter East Tarkio Creek, resulting in the release of an estimated 300 gallons of diesel fuel, oil, and transmission fluid into the waterway. The semi was transporting wet distillers’ grain, which did not reach the creek. No dead fish have been reported.

The semi that ended up in the creek has since been retrieved. Cleanup crews are currently on-site, deploying booms and peat moss to contain and collect the contaminants. Efforts to remediate the spill will continue through the weekend. The public should avoid the area until cleanup is completed. Enforcement action is pending, contingent on the outcome of the investigation.

Atlantic Bottling Company and Variety Iowa-the Children’s Charities on Friday presented a special bike to a very special young man.  Allison Hanner, Director of Development & Communications for Variety Iowa-the Children’s Charities, was on hand to present an adaptive bicycle to seven year old Leland Bailey, the son of Jodi and Eric Bailey of Wiota.

Morgan Elgersma, Commercial Marketing Manager for Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company, says they have been involved with Variety Iowa for more than 20 years.

Jodi Bailey said this was a special day for Leland as he gets wheels.

Jodi says this gift is more than just a bike.

Atlantic Bottling and Variety have teamed up to provide seven of these special bikes, which can cost up to $15,000.

(Red Oak, Iowa) – The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office this (Friday) afternoon, released information about an accident that took place Monday evening, and that resulted in a woman being seriously injured.

Authorities say 30-year-old Paige Marie Clarke of Red Oak, was driving a 2008 Kia Sorrento northbound in the 1700 block of Highway 48 at around 6:20-p.m., Monday, when for reasons unknown, the vehicle crossed the southbound lane of traffic on the highway, and drove into the west ditch where it struck several trees.

The impact caused the car to spin 180 degrees before it came to rest upright, facing south. The vehicle sustained heavy front-end damage. The Montgomery County Communications received an iPhone crash detection alert, which placed the vehicle near the East Nishnabotna River Bridge.

Red Oak Fire and Rescue and Red Oak Police arrived on the scene to find Clark trapped inside the vehicle. After being extricated by rescue crews, Clark was taken to Montgomery County Memorial Hospital.

(Des Moines, Iowa) – Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Thursday, said the DNR ordered Vision Atlantic, Inc., to pay an $8,000 administrative penalty associated with illegal discharges into state waters. The Consent Order required Vision Atlantic to cease all illegal discharges and to comply with all conditions of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit. The penalty was paid on Sept. 24th.  (Read details about the Administrative Consent Order here: 2025WW19

A consent order is issued as an alternative to issuing an administrative order. A consent order indicates that the DNR has voluntarily entered into a legally enforceable agreement with the other party.

The DNR says its staff work with individuals, businesses and communities to help them protect our natural resources by complying with state and federal laws. The approach is very effective, they noted. In the few cases where compliance cannot be achieved, the DNR issues enforcement actions.

Find the entire, original orders on DNR’s website at www.iowadnr.gov/EnforcementActions

(Radio Iowa) – Iowa Senator Joni Ernst — who won’t be seeking reelection next year — is hosting her annual motorcycle ride and pig roast tomorrow (Saturday). “My final ‘Roast and Ride’ here in Des Moines, Iowa,” Ernst said last month. Ernst has started to reminisce about her career and tomorrow (Saturday) she’s likely to mention her she rose through the ranks of the Iowa National Guard and served as Montgomery County Auditor and a state senator before her election to the U.S. Senate in 2014.

“Thirty-three years I’ve given of my life in service to our nation, both in uniform and then in public service throughout local elected office, state elected office and federal elected office,” Ernst said, “and I tell every step of this journey it has been an absolute privilege. I do not take it for granted.” Her first “Roast and Ride” fundraiser was in 2015 and the annual event has showcased a string of G-O-P candidates running for president.

Sen. Joni Ernst on a “Roast and Ride.” (2016 file photo from Radio Iowa)

In 2016, Donald Trump was the keynote speaker. In 2017 and 2023 Mike Pence road motorcycles. Entry fees for the morning ride through the countryside have been donated to veteran’s charities and Ernst has chosen the Blue Star Mothers of Iowa as the beneficiary this year. “They are now supporting through care packages all of our deployed National Guardsmen,” Ernst said, “and we have 1800 that are deployed, so they will be sending individual care packages to each one of those service members overseas at the holiday time, so think about Christmas and individual packages for our loved ones.”

Tickets for the pig roast had raised money for her campaign until 2023, but are now free. A super PAC called Mission Iowa pays for the meals and other set up costs for the afternoon rally. U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem will be the keynote speaker.

(Atlantic, Iowa) –  The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce’ Board of Directors, Friday (today) announced the appointment of Kelsey Beschorner as the new Executive Director. Kelsey has been part of the Chamber team since 2020 as Program Director, where her energy, creativity, and leadership have shaped many of Atlantic’s most beloved traditions — from AtlanticFest and Christmas in Atlantic to the work of the Ambassadors and Atlantic Rising.

“Energetic, outgoing, and engaging, Kelsey brings a contagious enthusiasm to everything she does,” said Anne Quist of First Whitney Bank and Chamber Board President. “Her creativity and leadership have breathed new life into many of Atlantic’s long-standing traditions.” From managing events and volunteers to growing the Chamber’s marketing and media presence, Kelsey has been instrumental in strengthening community connections and showcasing all that makes Atlantic shine.

“We’re thrilled that Kelsey has agreed to step into this important role,” added Tim Cappel of Cappel’s Ace Hardware and Immediate Past President. “We have every confidence she will continue to strengthen the Chamber’s mission and build on the strong foundation that makes Atlantic such a special place to live and work.”

Originally from Council Bluffs, Kelsey moved to Atlantic in 2012 and quickly fell in love with Cass County. With a degree in Therapeutic Recreation and Gerontology from Northwest Missouri State University, she brings a deep appreciation for meaningful connections — both personally and professionally. “It’s a privilege to serve in this role and to help share the Chamber’s story — while also showing the world that this really is the best place to live, work, and play,” Kelsey said. When she’s not planning the Chamber’s next big event, you’ll find Kelsey on the farm with her husband, Adam, and their pack of happy pups.

Officials with the Chamber say as they Chamber begins this exciting new chapter, the volunteer Board of Directors will continue working closely with Kelsey to ensure programs, partnerships, and events thrive — keeping Atlantic’s community spirit strong and its businesses growing.

(Radio Iowa) – Republican candidate Eddie Andrews says if he’s elected governor, he’ll press for campaign finance reform to get the stain of money out of politics.  “It’s not who has the best ideas,” Andrews says. “All the experts, all the smart people say: ‘Well, how much money have you raised?’ And that’s a disgusting commentary on our state of politics.” Andrews says the issue has been a priority since he was first elected to the Iowa House in 2020.”My very first bill…I put limits on Iowa contributors…and then I suggested a $1 limit for out-of-state contributions and people were like, ‘Well, that’s way too low,’ and I said: ‘Make the case that someone from out of state should have an impact on Iowa politics,” Andrews said. That bill stalled in the legislature in 2021.

Andrews is among a field of G-O-P candidates that includes Congressman Randy Feenstra, who’s been raising money for his race since May. Andrews says wants he wants his own campaign to be a mandate on money. “When I become governor, we will make a number of inroads on removing the stain of money on Iowa politics,” Andrews says. Andrews says the influence of money in politics here is not nearly as bad as it is at the national level, but Andrews says he’s seen how money can affect votes in the state legislature.”I have seen how money can invite corruption and it’s disgusting, quite honestly,” Andrews said.

Andrews made his comments during taping of the “Iowa Press” program that airs tonight (Friday) on Iowa P-B-S.