(Radio Iowa – A Davenport man has been found guilty of kidnapping and murdering a ten year old Breasia Terrell in July of 2020. Judge Henry Latham heard the evidence against Henry Dinkins in a two-week trial and addressed the murder charge first.

Terrell’s mother had a son with Dinkins and the girl was staying with the son at Dinkins’s apartment when she disappeared. Dinkins’s defense argued there was no physical evidence to tie him to the crime. But judge Latham said there was enough evidence presented.

Terrell’s body was found by two fishermen several months after she disappeared in a pond in Clinton County. The prosecution argued Dinkins had kidnapped and killed the girl to hide the fact he had sexually abused her.

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Judge Latham said there was enough evidence to prove Dinkins kidnapped Terrell.

The judge says that evidence led to the kidnapping conviction.

Terrell’s family members and supporters in the courtroom clapped after hearing the last verdict. A sentencing date has been set for October 11th.

Atlantic, IA— Officials with the Cass County Health System (CCHS) report Andy Niemann, MS, LAT, ATC was selected as one of the Iowa Hospital Association’s Hospital Heroes for demonstrating exceptional commitment to care and service. He is one of 10 employees of Iowa hospitals to receive the 2023 recognition and will be formally recognized in October in Des Moines.

Niemann was nominated for a multitude of reasons, one of which is his role in protecting athletes during competition. During emergencies, we often think of doctors, nurses, and paramedics answering the call and rushing in to help. Often overlooked, athletic trainers are right there on the front lines of protecting athletes on and off the field. Niemann is no exception — his quick reflexes, extensive training and skill, and leadership abilities were all put on display during a particularly scary moment on the football field — the kind of moment every parent prays will never happen. Even though there were paramedics and physicians standing by, he is the expert in these situations. Andy took charge, called the shots, directed the team around him, and ensured the player was safely cared for, transferred, and monitored for weeks to come.

Off the field, Niemann is a valuable utility player for Cass Health. His versatile role sees him in the operating room collaborating with orthopedic surgeons, providing patient care in clinic, and managing the athletic training room at Atlantic High School.

Coaches from Atlantic High School came to help present the IHA Hospital Hero Award to Andy Niemann. Left to right: Lee Saathoff, Joe Brummer, Kat Niemann, Andy Niemann, Dan Vargason, and Matt Mullenix. (Photo courtesy CCHS)

Beyond his professional duties, his passion for sports and wellness is evident. Having played football, basketball, baseball, and golf during his youth, he internalized valuable life lessons from his coach, including the motto “It’s a great day to get better.” A personal injury ignited his interest in sports medicine, leading him to pursue a career that blends health care and sports.

Niemann’s impact extends beyond the hospital as he engages in community service. He spends quality time with his family, participating in outdoor activities, and contributes to his church and local youth sports organizations. His focus is on imparting fundamental skills and fostering a love for sports among children and coaches.

Since 2007, the Hospital Heroes program has celebrated employees who have acted courageously in a moment’s crisis or who have selflessly served their hospitals and communities throughout their careers. Hospital Heroes are nominated by their peers – more than 30 nominations were submitted this year – and award recipients are selected by other state hospital associations.

The Iowa Hospital Association is a voluntary membership organization representing hospital and health system interests to business, government, and consumer audiences. 117 community hospitals are association members.

(Sidney, Iowa) – Fremont County Sheriff Kevin Aistrope reports numerous arrests occurred between Sept. 9th and the 14th.

There were two arrests on the 9th: Deputies arrested CLIFFORD THOMAS GOOD, age 54 of Council Bluffs, Iowa on a Montgomery County, Iowa warrant. He was released on bond; And JEFFREY WADE MASSEY, age 52 of Hamburg on a Mills County, Iowa warrant. He was transferred to Mills County.

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On Sept. 12th: CHRISTOPHER RYAN WILLARD, age 38 of Hamburg, was arrested for Contempt of Court, Violation of a No Contact Order. He is being held on $2,000 surety bond at the Fremont County Jail; And, TERRY LEE PRINE, age 58, of Sidney, was arrested in Fremont County for Harassment 1^st Degree and 11 counts of Contempt of Court, Violation of a No Contact Order.

Authorities allege that on Sept. 11th, PRINE sent approximately 58 text messages and made multiple phone calls to the protected party. Deputies also witnessed PRINE making threats to commit a burglary and kill a friend of the protected party. PRINE was later observed hiding in a

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field in Sidney and fled from witnesses on foot. PRINE turned himself into law enforcement on 09/12. PRINE was released on 09/14 after posting $6,000 surety bond. PRINE was previously released from jail on 08/08/23 after serving 29 days for a previous no contact order violation.

On the 13th, deputies in Fremont County arrested JUSTIN WILLIAM WAKE, age 42 and JENNIFER RAE WAKE, age 43 of Glenwood, Iowa for Theft 2^nd. It’s alleged that the couple stole approximately $9,600 worth of property from a residence in Riverton. They were released after posting a $5,000 surety bond a piece. JENNIFER was then rearrested by Mills County Deputies on 09/14/2023 for Violation of Probation. She was released after posting a $10,000 surety bond. The Mills County Sheriff’s Office assisted with the investigation; JASPER ALAN FLOWERS, age 24, was arrested on the 13th, for Violation of a No Contact Order. He was released after posting a $300 bond.

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On Thursday, Sept. 14th, BRANDON JAMES STEVENS, age 41, of Shenandoah, was arrested on a Fremont County Warrant for Disorderly Conduct. Deputies were called to a hotel in Fremont County for a disturbance. STEVENS fled the scene prior to law enforcement arrival and a warrant was issued. STEVENS is being held on $300 bond; And,COURTNEY PAIGE BARTLES, age 31, of Hamburg, was arrested Thursday in Fremont County, on a Violation of Parole warrant out of Fremont County. BARTLES was arrested on the Fremont County warrant by authorities in Pottawattamie County and transported to Fremont County. BARTLES is being held without bond pending her appearance in District Court.

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Enrollment is currently open for the 2023-2024 Cass County 4-H program year and it is FREE to join 4-H in Cass County. Thanks to generous donations to our Cass County 4-H Endowment fund, members fees are completely covered in Cass County. Youth in kindergarten through 12 grade are eligible to join. There are 7 Clover Kid Groups and 11 4-H Clubs in Cass County to choose from, most meet monthly. Clover Kid Groups are for youth currently enrolled in kindergarten though third grade. These youth meet with their club and participate in hands-on activities, make new friends, and build life skills. Youth currently enrolled in 4th-12th grade are eligible for 4-H Community Clubs. 4-H helps youth develop leadership and communication skills while exploring new interests and giving back to the community in a fun and safe setting with friends and caring adults.

On October 8th Cass County 4-H is hosting their annual Fall Fest from 2:00-4:00pm on the fairgrounds, 805 W 10th Street in Atlantic. All community members are welcome to attend this event, admission is free, tickets to participate at booths are only 10 cents each. 4-H Clubs host booths with fun activities and share information about what they do as a 4-H group. Plan to attend to have a fun family outing and learn more about 4-H. This event is fun for all ages, you don’t have to be in 4-H to attend Fall Fest!

If you would like to learn more about 4-H, there will also be a New Member/Find Out Night on December 4th from 5:30-7:00pm at the Cass County Community Building 805 W 10th Street in Atlantic. This is a free event, open to anyone interested in learning more about the program and asking questions to County 4-H Staff, volunteers, and current members.

4-H is in Iowa’s 99 counties and offers dozens of project area topics to learn about in addition to agriculture. With the help of caring adult volunteers, we help youth explore their interests—things like entrepreneurship, engineering, child development, music, performance, or art–while preparing young leaders for the careers and challenges of tomorrow. 4-H is uniquely poised to help youth develop life skills such as public speaking, self-motivation, healthy lifestyle choices, emotional intelligence, conflict management, and negotiating. These skills may be a key indicator of future career success when paired with the hard skills often taught in academic settings.

For more information about joining your local Iowa 4-H Youth Development program as a 4-H member or adult volunteer, visit www.extension.iastate.edu/cass or contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Cass County office.

(Creston, Iowa) – The Creston Police Department says two people were arrested on separate charges, Thursday. At around 1-p.m. 68-year-old Richard Glenn Woosley, of Creston, was arrested at his residence and charged with Violation of Parole. He was also taken into custody on a Union County warrant for Intent to deliver marijuana under 50 kg and possession of controlled substance 3rd offense x2. Woosley was taken to Union County Jail where he was being held without bond.

And, just before 1-p.m. Thursday, Creston Police arrested 44-year-old Sheri Jo Waters, a homeless person, at 305 N Elm St. She was arrested on a Union County Warrant and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. Waters was released on promise to appear in court.

(Radio Iowa)- Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley says she favors development of pipelines that could make the ethanol industry carbon neutral, but Haley says landowners who don’t want the pipelines on their property should not be forced to sign easements.

Pipeline backers say ethanol sales will expand if the fuel is carbon neutral and that will benefit corn farmers. Haley says ethanol production is part of a strategy to ensure the U-S never has to buy oil from places like Iran or Venezuela.

Later today (Friday), Haley will be visiting a farm near Grand Mound in Clinton County. Clinton is one of the five Iowa counties where the proposed Wolf Carbon Solutions pipeline would run through. Unlike two other pipeline developers, the company is not seeking eminent domain authority from Iowa regulators and has indicated it will acquire property along its route voluntarily. Haley, who served as U-S Ambassador to the United Nations for two years, has called China the most disciplined enemy of the U-S and she says Chinese ownership of the world’s largest pork producer is a big concern. A Chinese tycoon bought Smithfield Foods a decade ago and 80 percent of the U-S farmland now under Chinese ownership was part of that deal.

China increasingly depends on imported food and purchased a record 41 billion dollars worth of U-S food and agricultural products in 2022. Haley, who is 51 years old, served as governor of South Carolina from 2011 to 2017. She entered the presidential race in mid-February and has argued the G-O-P should choose a presidential nominee who’s from a new generation.

Haley made her comments during an interview with Radio Iowa. On Saturday, Haley is among NINE G-O-P presidential candidates who’ll be speaking at the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition’s fall fundraiser in Des Moines.

(Council Bluffs, Iowa) – Officials with the Council Bluffs Police Department said Thursday night, that as part of an ongoing suspicious death investigation, on September 14, 2023, members of the Council Bluffs Police Department’s (CBPD) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) applied for and were granted a search warrant for 609 North 8th Street, Council Bluffs.

During execution of the warrant, investigators located the person of interest in the investigation, who was previously unidentified. The subject was taken into custody without incident and identified as 49-year-old Jesse William Smith, previously of Denver, CO.

Smith was interviewed by detectives and subsequently arrested and and held at the Pottawattamie County Jail for the charges of Sexual Abuse in the Third Degree and Fugitive from Justice. Investigators learned that Smith had extraditable arrest warrants from Colorado for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender and a Parole Violation. As of August 9th, 2023, Smith was #2 on Colorado’s list of Most Wanted Sex Offenders.

As we previously reported, on September 7th, 2023, at approximately 3:10 pm, Council Bluffs police and fire departments were dispatched to 2712 South 24th Street, Council Bluffs, the Super 8 Motel, for a report of an unresponsive person. An investigation revealed that an adult female died at the hotel under suspicious circumstances.

Red Oak Police report that on Thursday, September 14th just after 10:30 pm, officers arrested 71 year old Francis Dickson of Red Oak in the 200 block of West Oak.  He was charged with first offense Operating While Intoxicated.  Dickson was held on $1,000 bond in the Montgomery County Jail.

Thousands of Iowa elementary schoolers will be improving their physical and mental health — as well as their self-esteem — through a program called the Kids Heart Challenge. Amy Knoll (NOLE), school engagement director for the Iowa chapter of the American Heart Association, says the program gets kids moving through things like dance, jumping rope and basketball, while teaching them life-saving skills.

The program employs eight colorful creatures, with each one teaching a lesson, including:

Youngsters taking part in the program can earn digital badges as well as keychains that feature the critters.

In addition to the C-P-R training, kids learn how to spot a stroke, ways to combat stress, and ideas for healthy eating. Knoll says studies find that kids who are regularly active will feel better, have improved mental health, build self-esteem, and are less likely to develop anxiety and depression.

There’s clear evidence the hands-on C-P-R program works, as Knoll says a five-year-old on the East Coast who recently took the course helped save the life of a man who collapsed from cardiac arrest while at church. The program runs throughout the school year and Knoll says more Iowa schools are welcome to sign on at: www.heart.org/getstarted

The new drought monitor shows the same old story for Iowa, the drought conditions are not getting better. Tim Hall of the Iowa D-N-R says the areas that didn’t get some of last week’s rain show up in the drought map.

Northeast Iowa has the most counties in extreme or severe drought conditions. Both of those designations increased statewide last week with nearly 26 percent of the state in extreme drought and almost 73 percent in severe drought. Hall says the water levels in some rivers and streams are much lower than normal for this time of year.

He says flows tend to be low this time of year anyway, and being 10 percent below normal really indicates how little rainfall we’ve had. Hall says water systems that pull from rivers have one thing in their favor.

But Hall says there is a lot of concern about when we might get some rain to replenish the dry areas.

He says the short term forecast doesn’t call for much precipitation to help with the problem.