KNOXVILLE, Iowa (AP) — Authorities say an 11-year-old Iowa boy whose bedroom was covered in plastic sheeting told an investigator that he hadn’t been outside in several months. His parents have been charged with kidnapping, child endangerment and neglect. Marion County court records say 49-year-old Rocky Wooldridge and 43-year-old Jennifer Wooldridge, of Knoxville, are scheduled for arraignment June 6. The records don’t list the name of an attorney who could comment for her. He’s already pleaded not guilty to the child endangerment and neglect charges and to three weapons counts. His trial on the weapons counts is scheduled to begin June 24.

A criminal complaint says the Iowa Human Services Department reported finding in March only one blanket in the boy’s room, along with wet underwear and the plastic sheeting.
The complaint also says the boy had injuries consistent with child abuse.

The Nishna Valley Employer’s Council of Iowa (ECI) will host Stephanie Copley, Deputy Workers’ Compensation Commissioner – Iowa Division of Workers’ Compensation, during a seminar this Thursday at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce (102 Chestnut Street)/Rock Island Depot. The seminar, which takes place from 11:30-a.m. until 12:30-p.m., will cover: The basics of Workers’ Compensation; Elements of a Compensable Claim; Limitation periods; Claims Review process, and the Do’s and Don’ts.

The cost, which includes training, SHRM certificate, lunch and refreshments, is $60. Chamber members may register here: http://business.atlanticiowa.com/events/details/workers-compensation-lunch-learn-5041

Register with your credit or debit card at https://workerscompatl.evenbrite.com, or register with cash or check by calling Todd Oesterle, at 712-309-5311, or Todd.oesterle@iwd.iowa.gov.

A collision this (Monday) morning between a pickup truck and an SUV in Union County resulted in suspected serious/incapacitating injuries to the SUV driver. The Union County Sheriff’s Office reports the accident happened in dense fog at around 6:25-a.m. on Highway 25. Authorities say a 2013 Dodge Journey SUV driven by 25-year old Caleb James Reed, of Creston, was traveling north on Highway 25 with the flow of traffic, which had slowed down due to the foggy conditions.

His SUV was struck from behind by a 2013 Ford F-250 pickup, driven by 25-year old Alfredo Vargas-Renteria, of Denison. Authorities say Renteria, who was traveling too fast for conditions, didn’t realize Reed had slowed down. Reed was hurt, but not transported to the hospital. Both drivers were wearing their seat belts. Damage from the collision amounted to $10,000. There were no citations issued.

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The Omaha Airport Authority is preparing to move forward with a $500 million reconstruction of Eppley Airfield. The Omaha World-Herald reports that the project to rebuild the terminal within five years would overhaul its concourse, airline gates, security checkpoints, ticket counters and baggage claim. The Airport Authority is working with contractors to create a preliminary design for the terminal by this fall.

The plans come as Eppley Airfield sees steady passenger growth and airline investments. Airlines scheduled a record of more than 6 million seats to fly through Eppley last year. They’ve also doubled the number of nonstop flights from the airport since 2013. Officials are planning to issue long-term revenue bonds to fund the reconstruction. The bonds will be paid back through the airport’s revenue and a federal passenger facility fee.

A man being held in the Lancaster County, NE., jail, was transported to the Pottawattamie County Jail last Thursday, to answer to sex abuse charges. 22-year old Dylan Larence Sanders, of Carson (IA) was wanted for Sex Abuse in the 2nd degree/forcible rape – child under 12/1st offense, and two counts of Sex Abuse in the 3rd degree/forcible rape – child/victim age 12 or 13/1st offense. Sanders was being held in the Pott. County Jail on a total of $35,000 bond.

An Ames woman was transported from the Story County Jail to Pott. County, Thursday. 38-year old Adonis Angel Devora was wanted on warrants for Child Endangerment/Abandonment, and Theft in the 4th degree. Her bond was set at $3,000. A reported domestic disturbance in rural Treynor resulted in the arrest, Thursday morning, of 19-year old Dylan James Pirruccello. He was taken into custody for Domestic Abuse Assault.

A Council Bluffs man wanted by authorities in Douglas County, NE. for being a Fugitive From Justice, was served with a warrant Thursday, at the Pott. County Jail. 44-year old Jackie Lavictor Major was being held in the Jail on the warrant, and on a warrant for Violation of a Protective Order. His bond was set at $300. Thursday afternoon, 32-year old Dale Steven Harvey, of Council Bluffs, was arrested after authorities received a report of a man who appeared to be intoxicated and laying in the back yard of a residence on Attica Lane. Harvey was charged with Public Intoxication and booked into the Pott. County Jail. Deputies were assisted at the scene by deputies with the Mills County Sheriff’s Office.

Saturday night, 27-year old Samantha Jo Teegarden was arrested for OWI/1st offense, following a traffic stop. 22-year old Jordyn Lynn Winget was arrested Sunday morning in Pott. County, following an investigation into a personal injury accident in the 18,000 block of 400th Street, near Oakland. Winget was also charged with OWI/1st offense. Sunday night, 27-year old Stephanie Elaine Manzer, of Omaha, was arrested in Carson, on a Nebraska warrant for being a Fugitive From Justice. And, 53-year old Christina Sue Karloff was served with a warrant for Assault without intent Causing bodily injury. The warrant was presented to her at the Pott. County Jail.

The Cass County Board of Supervisors will hold their regular weekly meeting 9-a.m. Tuesday, in Atlantic. During the session in their Boardroom at the Courthouse, the Board will act on a Resolution vacating a portion of an untraveled country road (part of Indian Creek in Section 5 of Cass Township). The traveled roadway is now 33-feet west. The Board will also act on approving an employment agreement with Cass County Engineer Charles Bechtold, for Fiscal Year 2020, and approve the final payment of the CABEDA (Cass-Audubon Border Economic Development Agreement)/Valley Business Park loans.

In addition to regular reports from County Department Heads, the Board will hear a report from Kenner Baxter, Cass County Tourism representative and appointee to Western Iowa Tourism Council/Region 1.

ANKENY, Iowa (AP) — Federal safety officials have proposed nearly $185,000 in penalties against the U.S. Postal Service, alleging exits were blocked at the Ankeny post office. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration says the office was inspected after the National Association of Letter Carriers union complained. OSHA cited the Postal Service because exit routes had been blocked by hampers, tubs and packages. The service also was cited for failing to train employees for emergencies.

The service can either comply, request an informal conference with OSHA’s area director or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.

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“BaDa BaDa Bing Bang” is fun to say and fun to do. Plan to attend BaDa BaDa Bing Bang Rally Saturday, May 18 at the Armory, 201 Poplar Street, Atlantic. The day –long event celebrates Armed Forces Day. Stop by between 9 am and 3 pm. There’s something of interest for everyone including really big military vehicles, games, lunch plus birthday cake and displays. Steve and Marie Livengood created the local rally to bring military equipment owners/operators together to share their interests. New exhibits and activities are added every year.

Thirty vehicles from five states ranging from huge half-tracks to motorcycles will be in the parking lot at the Armory. Stop by to view equipment, visit with the owners and say thank you to those who have served in the armed forces. Lunch is available for free will offering. Beef Producers will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs to eat with baked beans and more. Celebrate 90th year of the American Legion Memorial Building with birthday cake.

Military games have been created by Livengood which are appropriate for 8 to 18 to 78 year olds. They include “Decode a Message”, “Bomb the Bunker”, “Duffel Bag Stuff” and “Bomb Lift & Lower”. They are all safe so no real bombs. The Military Museum, Military Library and Atlantic History Center will all be open for tours. New exhibits include communications equipment and memorabilia. Silk pillow covers to moms and sweethearts, puzzles, and a surprising variety of items were sent home from around the world as souvenirs.

A cruise of vehicles through part of downtown Atlantic begins with a canon shot at 2:30 pm. A short stop at Wal-Mart parking lot provides another opportunity for viewing. Atlantic Rock Island Society Enterprise (ARISE) assists with activities. Atlantic Community Promotion Commission gives support. Information is available on www.ariseAtlantic.org and Face book.

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