The Ringgold County Sheriff’s Office says on Thursday, November 18th, Ringgold County Dispatch received a call from a concerned citizen about a burglary in progress at the Mount Ayr swimming pool. Upon arrival at the pool one subject fled on foot from a vehicle and two subjects were observed inside the pool pump house at the west end of the pool inside a fenced in area and arrested.

The subjects were two 17-year-old juveniles. One was charged with burglary and the other with burglary, carrying weapons, and theft. Both subject were transported to Eldora juvenile detention center.

The Audubon County Sheriff’s Office, Friday, said 28-year-old Antione Miller, of Holstein, was arrested November 17, 2020, for operating while intoxicated. He appeared before the magistrate and was released on his own recognizance.

And, on Nov. 15th, Audubon County Deputies arrested 32-year-old James Humlicek, of Exira, for Trespass. While in jail, he was also charged with Criminal Mischief 5th. Humlicek appeared before the magistrate and was held on his charges until he posted bond a few days later.

The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors have made know they intend to make an appointment to fill the vacancy in the office of Montgomery County Treasurer at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, in the basement meeting room at the Montgomery County Courthouse in Red Oak.

The following candidates will be considered as they submitted all the requirements by the deadline of 4:30 p.m. on November 20, 2020. They are: Jason Montgomery, Jackie Porter, Teresa Regan and Tyler Shearer.

Interviews of all eligible candidates will be conducted by the Board of Supervisors on November 30, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. in the courtroom at the Courthouse in Red Oak. The meeting will be open to the public and by Zoom.

The appointment made by the Board on December 1, 2020, will be valid until January 1, 2023 unless the citizens of Montgomery County request a special election to fill the vacancy, by filing a petition with the Montgomery County Auditor containing 397 signatures of eligible electors within 14 days after the appointment is made.

Montgomery County Auditor/Commissioner of Elections Stephanie Burke, Friday, said on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, a Special Election, that was petitioned for, will be held to elect a Board of Supervisor in District #1 of Montgomery County.

Candidates Filed:

• Steve Berendes, Republican
• Charla Schmid, Nominated by Petition

Friday, December 11, 2020
The deadline to Request an Absentee Ballot to be mailed is by 5:00 P.M. Absentee Request Forms are available on the County Website at montgomerycountyia.gov or at the Auditor’s office. Request forms will have to be completed prior to receiving an absentee ballot. Return your request form as soon as possible and the ballots will be mailed as soon as they are ready.

Monday, December 14, 2020
The last day to request and vote an Absentee Ballot in-person at the Auditor’s office.

Tuesday, December 15, 2020 SPECIAL ELECTION DAY
Polls open from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Polling Place on Election Day
Red Oak Gold Fair Building

The Montgomery County Auditor’s Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. If anyone has questions about voter registration, absentee ballots, or voting, call the Auditor’s office (712)-623-5127. The District #1 map can be viewed at www.montgomerycountyia.gov or at the Auditor’s office.

Thursday, November 26, 2020 and Friday, November 27, 2020: The Montgomery County Auditor’s office will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

The Atlantic Chamber Ambassadors were hosted by the Masonic Pymosa Lodge on Thursday, November 19th, 2020. The Ambassadors learned about the Mason’s recyclable can fundraiser for their scholarship fund.

Ambassador’s Pictured Left to Right: Jessi Klever, Kelsey Beschorner, Kylie Alff, Rachel Czaja, Scott Bennett, Dolly Bergmann, Matt Kernen, Carol Schuler, Arlene Drennan, Dr. Keith Leonard, Donnie Drennan, Mike Blevins, Dawn Marnin, Jen McEntaffer, Colt Doherty, Nedra Perry, Rich Perry, Chuck Noty (Photo submitted)

Donnie Drennan shared about the rich history of philanthropy of the Mason’s organization and their new fundraiser for the scholarship fund. Annual scholarships are awarded to area seniors to help offset the cost of tuition and vary in amount depending on donations the organization has received throughout the year. The Masons normally have an Annual “Stew Feed” in the spring, but due to COVID-19, the Masons thought they may need to think of additional ways to fundraise and with that came the idea of collecting recyclable containers. The Masons have built a collection bin outside of the Pymosa Lodge with material donated by a community member. The Mason will be accepting donations of both bottle and cans that can be dropped off at the Lodge or picked up from a residence or business upon request.

The Masonic Lodge/ Pymosa Lodge #271 is located at 1010 SW 7th Street in Atlantic.

For further information about the Scholarship Program or to donate please contact 712-243-2955.