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Connecticut man arrested in Cass County on eluding & Reckless Driving charges

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Cass County Sheriff’s Deputies, Tuesday, arrested 21-year old Jeffrey Michael Hackett, of Glastonbury, CT. He was taken into custody on charges filed in Dallas County for Eluding and Reckless Driving.

Hackett was transported to the Dallas County Jail and released later that day on $2,393 bond.

Mills County Public Health offers tips on having fun staying safe on the 4th of July

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Officials with Mills County Public Health say “With Independence Day upon us, we would like to remind everyone of a few things.This is the time of year where all Americans can celebrate the essence of who we are as a country in many different ways. With this national celebration comes some risk and responsibility.”

The American Red Cross recommends the safest way to enjoy fireworks is to take in a local show put on by professionals. However, if you feel the urge to light off some of your own, follow these tips:

  • Be sure to wear proper safety attire and keep some water nearby in the event of a fire.
  • Do not allow small children to have fireworks and never throw or point fireworks toward people, animals, buildings, or flammable materials.
  • When you leave your home to participate in celebrating our nation’s birthday, remember to maintain social distancing habits. This is key especially to those who are high risk for serious illness from COVID-19.
  • Wear your cloth face coverings when in public. Be mindful of those around you and remember that we are all in this together. Understand and respect the rules, regulations, and restrictions of your destination if you are traveling outside of the area.
  • Different communities and states have different guidelines and rules regarding large gatherings that must be followed. Make yourself familiar with them and stay informed.

Authorities wish everyone a happy, safe, and healthy celebration.

Updated Adair County Fair Schedule

Ag/Outdoor, News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Deena Wells with Adair County ISU Extension and Outreach in Greenfield, today (Wednesday), released an updated schedule for the Adair County Fair, which takes place July 11-19. 2020 Adair Co Fair Schedule – Brenda As mentioned before, Wells says this year, the Adair County Fair will not be normal. Even so, she says they are working hard to provide a good experience for 4-H and FFA youth to showcase their hard work.

Due to CDC regulations and restrictions regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, fair staff are not able to take individual photos for each show. Staff, volunteers and show superintendents will be stretched to capacity and focused on keeping a safe environment for all events. Wells says “We will be taking candid shots of each show and candid photos of static exhibits being judged. We will also take State Fair Selection group photos of projects. We will provide Fair Results for each show the week of July 20th.” The photo banner will be hung during fair so families can take their own photos.

Wells says “Our mission for this county fair is to focus on what youth have learned, skills they have gained, and what life lessons they have experienced. It is not necessarily about the competitions or rewards.” The fair schedule is subject to change, so be sure and follow their posts on the Facebook page, “Adair County ISU Extension”.

CAROL PATRICIA SMITH, 90, of Atlantic (7-6-2020)

Obituaries

July 1st, 2020 by Jim Field

CAROL PATRICIA SMITH, 90, of Atlantic died Monday, June 29th at her home.  A celebration of life memorial service for CAROL PATRICIA SMITH will be held on Monday, July 6th at 1:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Atlantic.  Carol is being cared for by her granddaughter, Traci Smith (funeral director) with the assistance of Ohde Funeral Home in Manning and Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home & Crematory in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

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Visitation with family will be Sunday, July 5th from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Atlantic.

Interment will be in the Brighton Township Cemetery in Marne, Iowa.

The family asks that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church in Atlantic, Iowa.

Condolences may be left at www.ohdefuneralhome.com or www.hoyfuneral.com.

CAROL PATRICIA SMITH is survived by:

Daughter: Deb (Steve Reisz) Smith of Panama.

Sons:  Chuck Smith and Jeff Smith both of Atlantic

Sisters-in-law:  Janis (Richard) Petersen of Omaha, NE; Nancy Matthew; Candy (Jon) Narmi all of Council Bluffs

5 Grandchildren

8 Great-Grandchildren

6 Great-Great-Grandchildren

many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Two injured in 4 vehicle Union County accident

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

The Union County Sheriff’s Office reports two people were transported by ambulance to the hospital in Creston, following a multi-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon north of Kent, at P-17 and U-S Highway 34. The accident happened at around 2:20-p.m.  Officials say a 2012 Ford Edge SUV driven by 57-year old Sharon Cline, of Kent, was westbound on Highway 34 and slowing to a stop while waiting for oncoming traffic, before turning south onto Beechwood Avenue. Her SUV was struck from behind by a 2007 Dodge pickup, driven by 55-year old Rebecca Ann Browning, of Prescott. The impact pushed the SUV into the eastbound lane, where it was hit by an eastbound 2019 Jeep Cherokee, driven by 64-year old Phyllis Paulsen, of Emerson.

The impact knocked the Jeep sideways in the center of the highway, before it was hit by a 2002 Pontiac driven by 19-year old Colten Hunter, of Clarinda.  Cline and Paulsen were injured during the collisions, and were transported to the hospital. Damage from the collisions amounted to $36,500.  Authorities say Browning was cited for Failure to reduce speed to a reasonable and proper rate, and failure to provide proof of insurance.

Dubuque officials: IBM client center to close by end of year

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) — Officials in Dubuque say they’ve been informed that the IBM Client Innovation Center will close within four months, taking nearly 350 jobs with it. Greater Dubuque Development Corp. CEO Rick Dickinson tells the Telegraph Herald that an IBM official called his office Wednesday morning to inform him that the IBM facility will close by November. Dickinson says employees in Dubuque would have the opportunity to relocate to an IBM facility in Columbia, Missouri. IBM Dubuque site manager IBM opened the facility shortly after announcing plans to do so in 2009. It employed 1,300 by September 2011, but that number has regularly declined since, to its current 344 employees.

Grim gift adds 500 body bags to Iowa’s coronavirus stockpile

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — Iowa’s executive branch is getting a grim gift from a company that has long made uniforms for meatpacking workers: a free supply of 500 body bags. Dickson Industries is donating the body bags as the state prepares for a worst-case scenario in which the coronavirus or another health emergency would overwhelm hospitals and medical examiners.

The Des Moines-based company makes garments and products for the food processing, medical and other industries, including coats and insulated jackets for meatpacking workers. A state spokesman says the body bags will be kept in a state stockpile, just like 500 ventilators the state is purchasing.

Adams County Sheriff’s report (7/1)

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

The Adams County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of two men on burglary and other charges. Officials say Justin Parker and James Cox were taken into custody following a traffic stop near  183rd and Kale Avenue, at around 9:10-p.m. Saturday. During an investigation, a large amount of property was located in the vehicle. The property contained identification information linking the items to persons other than Parker and Cox. Authorities made contact with the property owners, who confirmed that items in the suspect’s vehicle had been stolen. Parker and Cox were charged with Theft 2nd Degree, Burglary 3rd Degree, Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree, and Possession of Burglary Tools.

At around 1:35-a.m last Friday, the Adams County Sheriff’s K9 Unit conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Highways 48 and 148. Kimberly Thompson, of Corning, was subsequently placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Substance/2nd offense. And, at around 11-p.m. Thursday, Dinah Blanche Reese, of Corning, was arrested for Dependent Adult Abuse, as well as Interference with Official Acts.

CAM hosts Exira-EHK baseball tonight on KJAN

Sports

July 1st, 2020 by admin

The CAM Cougars host a Rolling Valley Conference match-up tonight against the Exira-EHK Spartans and we’ll have coverage on KJAN. The Cougars (8-0) face the Spartans (1-7) for the second time this season. The Cougars won the first impromptu meeting on June 15th 15-1 in 6 innings of play. That game was a last minute schedule addition due to CAM losing a road game at Woodbine.

Chris Parks and Jarod McKee will have the call of the game tonight with pregame at about 5:15 p.m. and first pitch set for 5:30 p.m. Tune in on AM 1220, FM 101.1, and online at kjan.com.

Business leaders say area’s economy improving with reopening

News

July 1st, 2020 by Ric Hanson

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A new survey of business leaders released Wednesday suggests the economy has begun to recover as businesses reopened in the past month in nine Midwest and Plains states. But Creighton University economist Ernie Goss said the region’s economy remains weaker than before the coronavirus outbreak began. And business leaders expect the economy to continue improving over the next six months. The region’s overall index jumped into positive territory at 50.3 in June from May’s 43.5. Any score above 50 suggests growth, while scores below 50 suggest decline.

The monthly survey covers Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma and South Dakota.