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Corning woman arrested Saturday afternoon

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

Sheriff’s Deputies in Adams County arrested a Corning woman Saturday afternoon. 19-year old Lacey Goodnight was arrested at around 2-p.m., for Criminal Mischief in the 5th Degree. Authorities say an investigation determined Goodnight intentionally kicked-in a door to a residence at 2021 Quincy Avenue, in Corning.

Her alleged actions caused damage to the door and door frame. Bond was set at $300.

CAM School Board Preview

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

Members of the CAM School Board will meet 6:30-p.m. Monday, in a regular session. In addition to their regular, administrative subjects to cover, the Board will discuss and/or act on:

  • The Boyd-Jones Facility Study
  • A School Resource Office (SRO) Agreement
  • The setting of lunch prices/student fees
  • Handbooks
  • Facility Projects
  • Consideration of a change or changes to regular board meeting dates.
  • and the Instructional Support Levy (ISL).

Public Hearing during Exira-EHK School Board, Monday

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

A public hearing will be held Monday, during a regular meeting of the Exira-EHK School Board. The hearing is with regard to a Resolution to Expend Funds from [the] District Flexibility Account.

In other business, the Board will discuss and take action on: Approving the aforementioned Resolution; A Resolution to Adopt Return to Play protocol; Approving an Emergency Operations Plan; A Wrestling Sharing Agreement with Audubon; Approving the sharing of a Transportation Director Agreement with IKM-Manning; the Appointments of Tami Jacobsen as Board Secretary, and Karli North as Treasurer/School Business Official.

The Exira-EHK School Board meeting takes place 6-p.m. Monday in the Conference Room at the Elk Horn Building.

Atlantic man arrested in Elliott Sunday morning

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

A call this (Sunday) morning about a man who had entered a residence in Elliott resulted in the arrest of a Cass County man. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says a residence of the home found 24-year old Shawn A. Jensen, of Atlantic, inside the residence at around 6:45-a.m.

Jensen was arrested outside the home and charged with Public Intoxication. He was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $300 bond, pending an initial appearance before the magistrate.

Deputies were assisted at the scene by Red Oak Police.

Griswold School Board preview

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

The Griswold School District’s Board of Education will hold their regular monthly meeting 5:30-p.m. Monday, in the Middle School/High School Library. Old business includes an update on District facilities from KPE Architects and/or Estes Construction, and the second reading of various 800-series Board Policies, along with a School Culture Update.

New Business includes several administrative matters, such as the appointments of: a Business Manager/Treasurer; Board Secretary; and District Attorney. Bids for various goods and services will also be acted on, as well as approval of a Resolution of Intent to sell the Elliott Facility.

The matter was tabled last month due to some ongoing issues with the deed that the Board hoped to have resolved by now.

Atlantic Parks & Rec Board to meet Monday

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

The City of Atlantic’s Parks and Recreation Department Board will hold their regular, monthly meeting beginning 5:15-p.m. Monday, in the City Council’s Chambers at City Hall.

On their agenda in addition to regular parks related updates, is the closing of City Park restrooms at night, and a report from Parks Director Bryant Rasmussen. He’s expected to inform the Board that the Schildberg Rec Area Campground is FULL for RAGBRAI, and there are self-contained campers near the Dog Park.

He’ll also mention, among other things, that railroad ties are going in to create parking lot barriers at Schildberg, and that the outdoor pool at Sunnyside Park will be closing August 10th.

Biden to make appearances in western IA this week

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

Former Democrat Vice President Joe Biden is planning to come to Iowa early next week as part of his presidential campaign. According to KETV in Omaha, Biden will travel to Iowa to meet with voters in Des Moines, Waukee, Manning, Le Mars, Sioux City and Council Bluffs. Biden is expected to lay out his vision for America and listen to voters’ concerns and ideas around restoring the soul of the nation, rebuilding the middle class and unifying the country.

He is expected to speak at Olmsted Center at Drake University, 2875 University Ave., Des Moines, at 3:30 p.m. Monday. On Tuesday, Biden will be at Leet-Hassler Farmstead, 12196 311th St, near Manning at 11:15 a.m., for a community event. He will then travel to Le Mars for a rural health care event at 3 p.m. Biden’s last stop is in Council Bluffs on Wednesday at 11 a.m. for a final community event.

He will be at the Grass Wagon, 1110 S. 29 St., Wednesday. People who wish to attend can RSVP online at Mobilize.us. Doors at the chosen location will open at 10:30 a.m.

Iowa early News Headlines: Sunday, July 14, 2019

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July 14th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

Here is the latest Iowa news from The Associated Press

DAKOTA CITY, Neb. (AP) — A Nebraska judge has found that a South Sioux City man acquitted by reason of insanity of killing his wife continues to need psychiatric treatment. The Sioux City Journal reports that a judge on Friday relied on a psychologist’s report filed in June saying 42-year-old Bei Sheng Chen will remain a danger for the foreseeable future. Authorities say Chen shot 33-year-old Mei Huang on Sept. 6, 2017, in the parking lot of the South Sioux City police station.

VENTURA, Iowa (AP) — A swimming advisory has been issued for McIntosh Woods State Park in north-central Iowa due to E. coli contamination. The Mason City Globe Gazette reports that a sample taken at the lake near Ventura in Cerro Gordo County exceeded a safe amount of the bacteria found in fecal matter. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says for that reason, swimming is not recommended at the lake.

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Good news for fans of ancient meditation practices and small bovids: Goat yoga is returning to the Iowa State Fair. Fair officials say in a news release that the class, which was introduced to the fair last year, will resume this at the state fair on Aug. 12, 14 and 17 in the Paul R. Knapp Animal Learning Center. The class will include yoga poses not only with baby goats, but also piglets, ducklings and chicks.

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Iowa City leaders have expanded the city’s hate crime law to include harassment and trespassing. The Iowa City Council passed the expanded ordinance earlier this month. A news release from the city says state law covering hate crimes names only assault, arson and criminal mischief. The new city ordinance adds both harassment and trespassing.

Judge: Nebraska man accuse of killing wife still a danger

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July 13th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

DAKOTA CITY, Neb. (AP) — An Iowa judge has found that a South Sioux City man acquitted by reason of insanity of killing his wife continues to need psychiatric treatment.

The Sioux City Journal reports that a judge on Friday relied on a psychologist’s report filed in June saying 42-year-old Bei Sheng Chen will remain a danger for the foreseeable future and needs continued treatment at the Lincoln Regional Center.

Authorities say Chen shot 33-year-old Mei Huang on Sept. 6, 2017, in the parking lot of the South Sioux City police station. She died hours later at a Sioux City, Iowa, hospital.

Chen was found not responsible by reason of insanity and acquitted in May 2018 of first-degree murder and other counts. Evidence showed that Chen was having delusions that his wife was the devil and was going to harm him when he shot her.

Swimming advisory issued for north-central Iowa lake

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July 13th, 2019 by Ric Hanson

VENTURA, Iowa (AP) — A swimming advisory has been issued for McIntosh Woods State Park in north-central Iowa due to E. coli contamination. The Mason City Globe Gazette reports that a sample taken at the lake near Ventura in Cerro Gordo County exceeded a safe amount of the bacteria found in fecal matter.

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says for that reason, swimming is not recommended at the lake. The department says surface runoff after a heavy rainfall could be the culprit. Sunlight destroys the bacteria and improves the water quality.

The swimming advisory is among five issued throughout Iowa after this week’s sampling. Others include beaches at Prairie Rose, Lake Darling, Backbone and Green Valley state parks.