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Montgomery County Treasurer Applicants to be Considered

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November 20th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

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 Board of Supervisors District #1 Special Election set for Dec. 15

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November 20th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

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

BETTY CARR, 95, of Council Bluffs & formerly of Carson (Visitation 11/15/20)

Obituaries

November 20th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

BETTY CARR, 95, of Council Bluffs (& formerly of Carson), died Wed., Nov. 18th, at Heritage Fox Run in Council Bluffs. A Private Family Celebration of Life for BETTY CARR will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at the Wheeler Grove Church in rural Carson. Loess Hills Funeral Home of Carson in charge of arrangements.

State of Iowa / CDC guidelines for indoor gatherings, limited to 10, mask wearing required and social distancing, will be observed.

Public Visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday, November 25th one hour prior to the service, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Inurnment will be in the Wheeler Grove Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established.

Atlantic Area Chamber Ambassadors Visit Masonic Lodge/ Pymosa Lodge #271

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November 20th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

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.

State Football Finals Schedule/Scoreboard Friday 11/20/2020

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November 20th, 2020 by admin

2020 State Football Finals Friday, Nov. 20

Class 1A: OABCIG 33, Van Meter 26 BOX SCORE
OABCIG rallied from down 8 with 2:36 left to win their second straight State Championship. Falcons Quarterback Cooper DeJean scored on a 4-yard run with 1:30 left in the game and then barreled in for the game tying two point conversion, making it 26-all. The Falcons were then able to jar the ball loose from the Bulldogs’ return man on the next kickoff and recover the fumble at the Van Meter 19 yard line. DeJean then weaved his way across the field on the next play for a 19-yard touchdown run to give the Falcons the lead with 1:11 left. Van Meter had one last chance but their 4th down pass attempt was blocked down, giving OABCIG the 1A Title a year after they won the 2A Championship. DeJean finished 14-17 passing for 318 yards and 2 touchdowns with 1 interception. He also ran for 73 yards and two scores. OABCIG won their 25th straight game and finishes 12-0. Van Meter loses in the Class 1A Title game for the second straight year and finishes the season 11-1.

Class 2A State: Waukon 28, Central Lyon 14 BOX SCORE
Waukon outscored Central Lyon/George Little Rock 12-0 in the second half and grabbed their 2nd State Title Friday evening. Waukon outgained the Lions 339-204 and took advantage of 4 Central Lyon turnovers. Ethan O’Neill ran for 107 yards and 1 touchdown for the Indians. Both teams end their seasons at 10-1.

Class 4A: Ankeny 42, Southeast Polk 14 BOX SCORE
The Ankeny Hawks turned a 7 point halftime lead into a big win by outscoring the Southeast Polk Rams 21-0 in the second half. Transfer receiver Arland Bruce IV had a big game with 7 catches for 58 yards and a touchdown. He also ran for 91 yards and 2 more scores. Tailback Jase Bauer carried the ball 18 times for 169 yards and 2 touchdowns for the Hawks as well. Ankeny claims their 3rd State Title and finishes the season 11-1. Southeast Polk got 124 yards on the ground from Titus Christiansen in the loss. The Rams finish the season 10-1.

Iowa State men’s basketball announces some non-conference game times, Cy-Hawk date

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November 20th, 2020 by admin

The Iowa State men’s basketball team has announced its game times for the bulk of the non-conference schedule, as well as the date for the game at Iowa.

Nov. 29 – Arkansas-Pine Bluff – Noon – Big 12 Now on ESPN+
Dec. 2 – South Dakota State – 6 p.m. – Big 12 Now on ESPN+
Dec. 6 – DePaul – TBA – ESPN2 or ESPNU
Dec. 11 – at Iowa – TBA – TBA
Dec. 20 – Jackson State – Noon – Big 12 Now on ESPN+
Dec. 22 – Chicago State – Noon – Big 12 Now on ESPN+
Jan. 30 – at Mississippi State – TBA – TBA

Iowa men’s basketball finalizes schedule

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November 20th, 2020 by admin

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The nationally-ranked University of Iowa men’s basketball team has finalized its 2020-21 schedule with the addition of Western Illinois and instate rival Iowa State to its 27-game regular season slate.

Iowa will face the Cyclones, in a match-up presented by Iowa Corn, on Friday, Dec. 11, on Mediacom Court at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

The Hawkeyes will host the Leathernecks on Thursday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. (CT).

Start times and television information for Iowa’s complete schedule are expected to be announced next week.

Iowa is scheduled to open its season on Wednesday, Nov. 25, hosting North Carolina Central (3 p.m. CT).

Former ISU Assistant, Iowa Games Director Hallihan passes away

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November 20th, 2020 by admin

AMES, Iowa – Jim Hallihan, former Iowa State assistant men’s basketball coach, who was a member of Johnny Orr’s staff for 12 years, died today. He was 75.

Hallihan, a native of Decatur, Ill., was Orr’s top assistant from 1982-94 and was elevated to associate head coach in 1993. During his tenure in Ames, the Cyclone men’s hoops program became a national player, earning six NCAA Tournament berths, including a Sweet Sixteen appearance in 1986.

Sellout crowds were the norm and “Hilton Magic” was born during Hallihan’s years in Ames, as the Cyclones were the toast of the town. Five times the Cyclones eclipsed the 20-win mark in a season and nationally-ranked opponents were defeated 24 times.

Hallihan helped mentor six Cyclones who went onto NBA careers.

When Orr was ill or absent, Hallihan took over coaching duties and compiled a 6-1 mark.

Prior to arriving at Iowa State, Hallihan was the head coach at East Tennessee State from 1979-82, registering a 57-53 record. He was also an assistant coach at Virginia Tech from 1971-75.

Hallihan held bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Miami (Ohio) where he was a two-year starter on the basketball team. He was named captain in his senior season.

After Orr’s retirement in 1994, Hallihan remained in Ames and served as Iowa Sports Foundation Executive Director for the Iowa Games. During his tenure, the foundation grew from two events and 16,000 athletes to over 20 events and 190,000 participants.

Class 3A District 9 All-District Football Teams

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November 20th, 2020 by admin

2020 3A District 9 All District Football Teams

Offense 1st Team 
POSITION NAME SCHOOL GRADE
QB Teagon Kasperbauer Harlan 10
RB Logan Katzer Lewis Central 12
RB Mason Griffith Harlan 12
Rec./TE Thomas Fidone Lewis Central 12
Rec./TE Connor Frame Harlan 11
Rec./TE Ryan Blum Glenwood 12
Linemen Dylan Koch Lewis Central 12
Linemen Jacob Schechinger Harlan 12
Linemen Jesse Schwery Harlan 12
Linemen Logyn Eckheart Glenwood 10
Linemen Joe Graeve Denison 12
Offensive At-Large Jonathan Humpal Lewis Central 10
Offensive At-Large Joey Moser Harlan 11
Offensive At-Large Jackson Kinsella Creston OM 12
Kicker Boston Hensley Lewis Central 10

2nd Team Offense
POSITION NAME SCHOOL GRADE
QB Jonah Pomrenke Lewis Central 12
RB Ryan Johnston Carroll 12
RB CJ Carter Glenwood 10
Rec./TE Cade Schable Carroll 12
Rec./TE Colby Christensen Carroll 12
Rec./TE Austin Patton Glenwood 11
Linemen Tyson Bordenaro Carroll 12
Linemen Hunter Waldstein Lewis Central 11
Linemen Trey Hansen Glenwood 12
Linemen Tristan Harger Glenwood 12
Linemen Austin Wessel Denison 12
Offensive At- Large Kelin Jones Carroll 12
Offensive At- Large Jaxson Hildebrand Denison 10
Offensive At- Large Jack Troutman Carroll 12
Kicker Brock Sell Glenwood 11

Offense Honorable Mention
Caden Kock, Carroll, 11
Brance Baker, Creston OM, 12
Carter Weiss, Denison, 12
Tristan Harger, Glenwood, 12
Jordan Schechinger, Harlan, 12
Evan Wellman, LC, 12

Defense 1st Team 
POSITION NAME SCHOOL GRADE
Linemen Hunter Deyo Lewis Central 11
Linemen NIck Miller Lewis Central 11
Linemen Derek Paup Creston OM 11
Linemen Jameson Bieker Harlan 11
LB Will McLaughlin Harlan 11
LB Sully Woods Glenwood 12
LB Nate Gallup Denison 12
LB Garon Wurster Creston OM 12
DB Colby Burg Creston OM 12
DB Aidan Hall Harlan 10
DB Silas Bales Glenwood 12
DB Michael Erlmeier Harlan 12
Defensive At-Large Brenden Bartley Harlan 12
Defensive At-Large Brock Sell Glenwood 11
Defensive At-Large Wyatt Hatcher Lewis Central 11
Punter Ty Nissen Carroll 12

Defense 2nd Team
POSITION NAME SCHOOL GRADE
Linemen Javier Gonzales Denison 12
Linemen Andy Weis Creston OM 12
Linemen AusNn PaOon Glenwood 11
Linemen Brady Boell Denison 11
LB Briley Hayes Creston OM 11
LB Joseph Fah Harlan 11
LB Nolan Little Glenwood 12
12 LB Drew Gill Glenwood 12
12 DB Tory Feldman Carroll 12
DB Evan Turin Denison 12
DB Matthew Weltz Denison 11
DB Braylon Kammrad Lewis Central 10
Defensive At Large Chase Wallace Lewis Central 10
Defensive At Large Abraham Dirkx Carroll 12
Defensive At Large Slade Sibenaller Carroll 12
Punter Lane Feirfeil Lewis Central 11

Defense Honorable Mention
Jaxson Kuhlmann, Carroll, 12
Conner Travis, Creston OM, 12
Colin Reis, Denison, 11
Zander Hayes, Glenwood, 12
Chandler Leinin, Harlan, 12
Caden Souther, LC, 12

LUCY LORENCE, 96, of Atlantic (Private graveside svcs.; Visitation 11/24/20)

Obituaries

November 20th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

LUCY LORENCE, 96, of Atlantic, died Thursday, Nov. 19th, at the Heritage House, in Atlantic. Visitation for LUCY LORENCE will be held Tue., Nov. 24th, from 10-am until 6-p.m., at the Langkamp Funeral Chapel in Oskaloosa.

Private graveside services will be in the Forest Cemetery.