Monday, November 10th, 2025
Veteran's Day Program to be held Tuesday -
(11-10-25) - Everyone is invited to attend the Harlan Community Schools Veteran's Day Program Tuesday, November 11th, beginning at 10:40 in the High School Gym. The Speaker will be Colonel Jim Shelton. There will be a reception for veterans after the program.
Iowa DOT offices closed on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day -
(11-5-25) - In honor of Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, all Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) business locations will be closed. Many people, including commercial driver’s license holders, may be able to complete driver’s license business online at www.iowadot.gov. If you need to come to the DOT, the quickest way to get your driver’s license business done is to schedule an appointment at https://iowadot.gov/mvd/other-appointments. Walk-in customers will be served as time allows.
Special note to motor carriers
The Office of Motor Carrier Services typically experiences a heavy workload on the days leading up to and following the holiday. Customers are urged to submit applications for oversize permits, especially those weighing more than 156,000 pounds, several days before the permit is needed.
Shelby County Board of Supervisors minutes from November 4th -
(11-10-25) - The Shelby County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 4th, in the Supervisors Chamber in the Courthouse. Pipeline Liaison, Steve Kenkel updated the Supervisors on ISAC’s amicus brief in support of the Supreme Court appeal of the 8th Circuit Court's decision regarding local control. Chris Fredericksen, Engineer then gave an update on the M16 project stating 100% of the asphalt has been laid and shoulder work will begin soon with painting lines to follow. The bridge at the intersection of 2200th and Linden Road was hit, and a new guard rail will be installed as soon as material is available. Fredericksen also stated the Railroad will begin work on street crossings beginning on 900th and moving North to Earling. Shelby County Chamber Report by Todd Valline included food donation locations to aid families during the Government shutdown. There were no department head reports given. Supervisor Kolbe attended a Board of Health, Environmental Health meeting, an online MAPA meeting, as well as an online pipeline meeting. Supervisor Parkhurst attended a SWIPCO meeting. Supervisor Schaben reported a refund of over $21,000 from the Southwest Iowa Juvenile Detention Center, Conservation Parks are now closed for the season, and the Equestrian Trail is closed through hunting season.
Shelby County Supervisors to meet in special session -
(11-10-25) – The Shelby County Board of Supervisors will be in special session Wednesday, November 12th at 9 am in the courthouse. They will conduct the first tier canvass of the City/School Election and discuss the FY27 budget.
Manning and Guthrie Center Selected To Receive Combined $150,000 In Main Street Iowa Challenge Grants -
(11-10-25) – (Carroll Broadcasting) - On Thursday, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and Main Street Iowa announced $950,000 in challenge grants to Iowa communities, and Manning and Guthrie Center were among the recipients. The grants are used to rehabilitate underutilized buildings in communities’ downtowns. Guthrie Center was awarded $50,000, leveraging an additional $70,000 in local funds, for a $120,000 historic building restoration at 312 State St. Renovations include an updated brick façade, new windows and doors, and a refreshed interior. Once completed, the space will be made available for a future business tenant. Manning will receive a $100,000 grant to be matched with $137,200 in local funds to renovate the former Home Mutual Insurance building at 721 Third St. for a $237,200 total estimated cost. Planned work there includes extensive and specialized exterior work to maintain the structure’s historic exterior and the addition of a daylit basement apartment. The funds are administered through IEDA’s Downtown Resource Center and Main Street Iowa. More than $16.5 million in challenge grants have been awarded since the program’s creation in 2002.
Weekly Fuel Report -
(11-10-25) - Iowa motorists saw a slight increase at the pump last week, while crude oil prices continued their downward trend. The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa rose one cent to $2.81 per gallon. That’s two cents lower than prices from a year ago. Nationally, regular unleaded averaged $3.08 per gallon, up four cents from last week.
Diesel prices climbed six cents this week, averaging $3.59 per gallon across the state. Iowa’s diesel price remains 12 cents below the national average of $3.71. One year ago, diesel in Iowa averaged $3.34 per gallon.
On the crude oil side, global prices continued to fall. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude declined by 72 cents per barrel to $60.16, while Brent crude dropped $1.13 to $64.05. A year ago, WTI sold for $74.93 per barrel and Brent for $76.98.
In heating fuels, natural gas prices rose 42 cents to $4.27 per million British thermal units (MMbtu) at the Henry Hub reporting site. Propane averaged $1.53 per gallon statewide, while home heating oil averaged $3.25 per gallon.
Special meeting of the Pott. County Board of Supervisors set for today was cancelled -
(11-10-25) - Officials in Pottawattamie County posted on the County’s social media page, Sunday night, that a “Special meeting of the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors, ” that had been scheduled to take place at 10-a.m. today (Monday, 11/10, was “cancelled due to Scott Belt resigning as Board Chairperson.” The meeting was to have been held to to name a new Chairman and Pro-Tem Chair for the remainder of 2025. His resignation, the notice said, is effective at midnight, Monday (11/10). No reason was given for Belt’s resignation, and no other details were provided. The board’s regular weekly meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 am due to the courthouse being closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Buck Grove woman ordered to appear in Carroll County -
(11-10-25) - A Buck Grove woman has been ordered to appear after allegedly writing checks from an account with insufficient funds. According to Carroll County District Court records, 46-year-old Sabrina Renee Wood wrote three checks in April and May of this year to a business in Carroll County, totaling over $1,500. Authorities say all three checks were returned and Wood was contacted by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office to settle up. Wood allegedly did not return to pay for the full amount owed and was attempted to be reached multiple times. She is facing charges of second-degree theft, a class D felony and has been ordered to appear for a preliminary hearing on Nov. 20 at the Carroll County Courthouse. A class D felony in Iowa carries a maximum sentence of up to five years in prison and $10,245 in fines.
Atlantic Police report -
(11-10-25) - Officials with the Atlantic Police Department, released a report on arrests that occurred between Oct. 18th and the 29th, and citations that were issued between Oct. 19th and November 2nd. Those arrested include:
On Oct. 18th, 25-year-old SK Kovac, of Atlantic, for Public Intoxication. And, on Oct. 29th, 32-year-old Gavin Hooks, of Daphne, AL, for Domestic Abuse Assault by impeding the flow of air and/or blood.
Citations were issued for Shoplifting (Theft in the 5th Degree) to the following:
Montgomery County News -
(11-10-25) - Police in Red Oak, Sunday night, arrested a man for 3rd offense Trespassing. Authorities say 49-year-old Michael Lee LaFollette, of Red Oak, was arrested in the 1600 block of E. Summit Street at around 10:15-p.m. He was transported to the Montgomery County Law Enforcement Center and held on a $300 bond.
A Red Oak man is arrested on a warrant early Friday morning. 55-year-old Todd Allen Konz was taken into custody by Montgomery County Sheriff’s Officers for a probation violation warrant. He’s being held in Montgomery County Jail on $2000 bond.
And Red Oak Police arrested a man for an incident Thursday evening. 20-year-old Jaykob Nelson was charged with 5th Degree Criminal Mischief, a simple misdemeanor, for an incident that occurred at just after 7pm in the 2400 block of North 8th Street. Nelson was taken to Montgomery County Jail and held on $300 bond.
Historic building in Stuart once targeted by outlaws & doomed for destruction, is instead being renovated -
(11-10-25) - A building in Stuart with a notorious past is being revitalized by local couple Wes and Abbey Duncan, who, according to KCCI, are promising a much brighter future for the site once targeted by Bonnie and Clyde.
Nearly a century ago, the infamous duo made a stolen withdrawal inside the building, which was once an old bank. The Duncans own Duncan Construction and are saving the building from demolition after the previous owners decided not to move forward with their plans. Local historian Robert Cook, who has lived in Stuart since 1957, said, without the couples’ action, the building would have turned to rubble or been demolished for a parking lot.
Since 1882, the building has stood on the corner of Northwest Second Street in Stuart, the main street in town, and has been a tourist destination for decades. It has served various purposes, including a bank and a law office. The Duncans are renovating the building but are not planning to open a business inside it. They hope someone else will take over and establish a business inside. The Duncans say the space upstairs could serve as an Airbnb or an apartment for the owner downstairs.
They plan to incorporate the history of Bonnie and Clyde’s visit into the building’s decor, with a mural on an outside wall and the use of old checks to decorate the inside.
The project is sponsored in part by the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the city of Stuart. The windows and brick had to be approved by the city to match the historical look of Stuart’s main street. The building’s exterior will be reconstructed to resemble its appearance in 1934, when the Barrow gang visited.
Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian vs Vehicle Accident in Council Bluffs -
(11-7-25) - Council Bluffs Police have identified the persons involved in a fatal accident between a vehicle and a pedestrian on Thursday. 47-year-old Heidi Divis of Omaha was killed when she was hit by a 2009 Kia Sportage driven by 72-year-old Dennis Stark of Council Bluffs near 8th Street and Kanesville Boulevard at approximately 5:47pm in the evening. Preliminary investigation revealed that Divis was crossing Kanesville northbound against the walk signal. Stark was headed eastbound through the intersection with a yellow light when he struck Divis. Stark was showing signs of impairment and a search warrant was granted for his blood. The case remains under investigation.
Shelby County Sheriff’s Arrest Report -
(11-6-25) – The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office reports on Friday, October 31st, 42 year old Kristopher Leigh Chadwick of Harlan was arrested for Keeping a premises or vehicle for Controlled Substance Violation, an aggravated misdemeanor and Possession of a Controlled Substance – Marijuana – 1st offense, a Serious Misdemeanor. 29 year old Noah Ryan Harlow of Manning was also arrested on October 31st for Reckless Driving and Operating Under the Influence – first offense a simple misdemeanor. His preliminary hearing is set for 10 am on November 20th. And 38 year old Jennifer Ellizabeth Wilson of Harlan was arrested for OWI – 1st Offense.
On Saturday, November 1st, 30 year old Mikenda Ifraim of Harlan was placed under arrest for Contempt of Court, Violation of a No Contact Order. 37 year old Brandon Michael Miller of Earling was arrested. No charges were listed for Miller at this time.
And 44 year old Carnell Lamar Walker of Omaha was arrested. No charges were posted at this time.
37 year old Osvail Morris Brown of Omaha was arrested on November 2nd. He was charged with Possession of Marijuana – 1st Offense. And 62 year old Cynthia Rose Smiley of Seward, NE was arrested for Violation of Probation.
61 year old Gerard August Rueschenberg of Harlan was arrested on November 3rd for OWI – 2nd offense.
27 year old Courtney Breann Cook of Fort Dodge was arrested on November 4th for Violation of Probation; 39 year old Erica Ann Eby of Council Bluffs was arrested for Contempt of Court – Violation of a no contact order.
On November 5th, 38 year old Christopher Young Courtney II was arrested for final notice on past due fines and costs. And 43 year old Jessica Leigh Drewes of Irwin was arrested for Child Endangerment.
And 46 year old Dawn Michele Thiesen of Harlan was arrested for Driving While Barred.
Missouri Valley woman pleads guilty in Child Abuse case –
(11-6-25) – Tanya Knudsen of Missouri Valley, the woman who was arrested in Blair, NE after her two children were rescued from a hot car this past summer, has plead guilty to child abuse. The incident happened in August at an apartment complex. Blair police arrested Knudsen and she plead guilty on Wednesday to a charge of child abuse. Blair police said employees at a nearby business heard children screaming and called 911. A Washington County Sheriff’s sergeant, who was in the area, found a 3-year-old and a 16-month old crying inside a locked vehicle. The vehicle was not running, and the children were secured in car seats. The kids were taken to the hospital and were released to a family member. Knudsen is scheduled to be sentenced on Jan. 6, 2026.
Grain trailer rolls into a Guthrie County ditch -
(11-6-25) – On Wednesday, the Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office, released information about a non-injury accident involving a semi tractor-trailer, that occurred on Oct. 26th. Authorities say a Freightliner semi driven by 34-year-old Dustin Woods, of Guthrie Center, was traveling north on Sycamore Avenue at around 7:45-p.m. on the 26th, and tried to negotiate a left turn onto 160th Road, when a grain trailer the semi was hauling, dropped-off into the eastbound ditch, before it rolled over and dumped its load of grain into the ditch and onto the roadway. The semi tractor came to rest on the road. The semi sustained an estimated $35,000 damage. The grain trailer, registered to Austin Smith, of Yale, sustained $20,000 damage, according to the report. No citations were issued.
Iowa Finance Authority Awards more than $5.7 Million for Homelessness Assistance Initiatives -
(11-6-25) - The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors approved more than $5.7 million in grants to assist 42 agencies with homelessness assistance initiatives during the 2026 calendar year. Individuals in need of homelessness assistance should visit iowahousinghelp.com or call the coordinated entry system at 833-739-0065. Residents of Des Moines or Polk County should call centralized intake at 515-248-1850. Residents in the Siouxland area should visit siouxlandhomeless.org or call 712-224-5247. The funding is made available through the State-funded Shelter Assistance Fund (SAF) and the federal Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) programs. The Iowa Finance Authority conducted competitive application processes for the ESG and SAF programs, while HOPWA funding is distributed by formula based upon Iowa Department of Public Health data. Applications were scored in several categories, including program design, experience and capacity, community partnerships, performance, budget and grants management.
Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) -
The primary purpose of the federal Emergency Solutions Grant program is to help Iowans and their families quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. Examples of eligible services include rental and other emergency financial assistance, street outreach, case management and supportive services. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and by the Iowa Finance Authority in Iowa. Twenty-seven agencies were awarded a total of more than $3 million in 2026 Emergency Solutions Grant program funds.
Shelter Assistance Fund (SAF) -
The State-funded Shelter Assistance Fund program provides assistance to help with the costs of operations of homeless and domestic violence shelters, essential services for individuals in shelters and evaluation and reporting services. Twenty-two agencies were awarded a total of more than $1.4 million in 2026 Shelter Assistance Fund grants. Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS is a federal program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development designed to assist persons who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Five agencies were awarded a total of more than $1.2 million in 2026 Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grants.
Please help Shelby County by completing the Hazard Mitigation Play Survey -
(10-6-25) – It’s time to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan for the County. This is something that is required every 5 years to be eligible for federal grants and it has to be approved through FEMA. Our Emergency Management Coordinator has created a survey for anyone who lives and works in Shelby County to fill out. It goes over different disasters that could have affected you and asks for suggestions on how we could be better prepared for them and minimize their effects. It only takes a few minutes to fill out and all responses are confidential unless you would like to leave your name and contact info at the end of the survey. The link is found on the Shelby County Emergency Management website and also on their Facebook page. Please help out and complete the survey.
Gov. Reynolds issues harvest proclamation -
(10-20-25) - Gov. Kim Reynolds will sign an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer and manure. The proclamation will be effective Saturday, October 18, 2025, and continue through November 17, 2025.The proclamation allows vehicles transporting corn, soybeans, soybean meal, hay, straw, silage, stover, fertilizer (dry, liquid, and gas), and manure (dry and liquid) to be overweight (not exceeding 90,000 pounds gross weight) without a permit for the duration of this proclamation. This proclamation applies to loads transported on all highways within Iowa (excluding the interstate system) and those which do not exceed a maximum of 90,000 pounds gross weight, do not exceed the maximum axle weight limit determined under the non-primary highway maximum gross weight table in Iowa Code § 321.463 (6) (b), by more than 12.5 percent, do not exceed the legal maximum axle weight limit of 20,000 pounds, and comply with posted limits on roads and bridges.
For farm news and market information, visit www.brownfieldnetwork.com.
Upcoming events -
The Harlan Community Library has opened a Free Little Food Pantry, located in the entryway of the library. Help them out by dropping off your canned and dry goods. Check out the Library Facebook page for their hours.
For a $50 annual fee, the Boy Scout Troop 90B and 90G will place a 3 by 5 foot flag on a 10 foot pole in front of your house on five national holidays - Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and Veteran's Day. Subscription forms can be found online or in the Harlan Tribune.
A new memorial honoring the veterans of Shelby, Iowa will be added to a section of Shelby's Agri Symbol Park at the northwest corner of Interstate 80 and Highway M16. This project is not just a tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms, but also a lasting legacy for future generations to appreciate and remember the sacrifices made by our veterans. Creating such a meaningful and lasting memorial requires substantial funding. This is where they need your support. Every contribution, no matter how small, will bring them one step closer to making this vision a reality. Together, you can create a place of honor and remembrance that our veterans truly deserve. Donations can be sent to: The Shelby Veterans Memorial Park - 505 Center Street - PO Box 120 - Shelby, Iowa 51570.
Need Funds for College?
Grant applications now being accepted for healthcare education
Grant applications for healthcare education from the Endowment for
Education are now being accepted. The grants are made available through the
Lucille Petersen Endowment Fund. The funds will be distributed to selected
applicants seeking short or long-range educational assistance to pursue
healthcare occupations. A November 30th deadline has been set for
applications to be submitted for the spring 2026 semester.
The funds will be distributed as grants—loans that will be forgiven if the
recipient is employed within a 20-mile radius of Harlan in his or her specialized
healthcare occupation following completion of courses. If a recipient cannot fulfill
the service terms under which the loan will be forgiven, the money is subject to a
five percent interest rate and repayment of principal.
Application forms and more information are available by contacting Ruth
Pitkin, Myrtue Medical Center, 1213 Garfield Ave., Harlan, IA, 51537, phone 712-
755-4316 or email [email protected]. The grants can be for new, entrylevel,
or advanced training or certifications.
Pizza Ranch is ready to honor those who've served our country. On Tuesday, November 11th, all Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free buffet at Harlan Pizza Ranch. It's their way of expressing gratitude to the brave men and women who've dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. Join them Tuesday for a meal made with love and appreciation - surrounded by family, friends, and community.
Hy-Vee to serve annual Veteran’s Day Breakfast -
(11-6-25) – Hy-Vee is showing its appreciation to the nation’s veterans and active-duty military members with its annual Veterans Day Breakfast. A tradition since 1999, the buffet style breakfast will be offered free of charge to all veterans and active-duty military members on Tuesday, November 11th from 6 to 10 am at all Hy-Vee stores. Veterans and active-duty military members will also receive 15% off their grocery purchases on Tuesday, November 11th. In addition to hosting the Veterans Day Breakfast, monuments and memorials will be on display at select Hy-Vee Stores. Once again the Hy-Vee Veterans Day Breakfast will be held 6 to 10 am, Tuesday, November 11th at all Hy-Vee Stores.
American Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Wednesday, November 12th - 10 am to 4 pm - Logan-Magnolia High School in Logan
Thursday, November 13th - Noon to 6 pm - YMCA in Atlantic
Tuesday, November 18th - 11:30 to 5:30 - Veteran's Auditorium in Harlan For an appointment, call Sue at 579-8012,
Wednesday, November 19th - 8 am to 2 pm - Exira-EHK High School in Elk Horn
11 am to 5 pm - St. Boniface Parish Center in Westphalia
Monday, November 24th - Noon to 6 pm - Exira Event Center
Friday, November 28th - Noon to 5 pm - Templeton Event Center
American Legion Post 132 and Auxiliary Unit 132 invites veterans, military families and families of our fallen heroes as well as guard families that have ones deployed are invited to a free meal, Saturday, November 15th at the Manilla Memorial Hall. Social Hour is from 4 to 5 pm and dinner will be served from 5 to 7 pm. They will be serving Pork Loin, cheesy potatoes, green beans and dessert.
Shelby Fire and Rescue will hold their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, showing their thankfulness by feeding those in need in their community. Donation bags will be dropped off on your front step on Saturday, November 15th at 10 am. Homeowners are welcome to fill the provided bags up with food donations. Fire Department and Hotspots will pick up the donation bags on Saturday November 15th. Leave your filled donation bags on the front step of your home. Monetary donations or turkeys can be dropped off at City Hall between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday
THE EARLING VOLUNTEER FIREMEN’S 58TH ANNUAL FIREMEN’S CHICKEN SUPPER WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH AT ST. JOSEPH’S HALL IN EARLING. SERVING WILL BE HELD FROM 4:30 TO 8 PM FEATURING BROASTED CHICKEN AND ALL THE TRIMMINGS. THERE WILL BE A DRAWING FOR A 2025 MODEL 420 HONDA RANCHER 4X4 OR A 55 INCH LED SMART TV. COST FOR THE SUPPER IS $15 FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN UNDER 12 $10. DINNER TICKETS ARE NOT VALID FOR THE DRAWINGS. EARLING FIREMEN’S CHICKEN SUPPER, SUNDAY NOVEMBER 16TH AT ST. JOSEPH’S HALL IN EARLING.
Holiday Pecans and Bake Sale will b e held 9 to 11 am, Saturday, December 6th at the Church on the Hill, Congregational UCC/United Methodist Mission at 19th and Durant in Harlan. Come and enjoy a hot holiday beverage and cinnamon roll.
(11-10-25) - Everyone is invited to attend the Harlan Community Schools Veteran's Day Program Tuesday, November 11th, beginning at 10:40 in the High School Gym. The Speaker will be Colonel Jim Shelton. There will be a reception for veterans after the program.
Iowa DOT offices closed on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day -
(11-5-25) - In honor of Veterans Day on Tuesday, Nov. 11, all Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) business locations will be closed. Many people, including commercial driver’s license holders, may be able to complete driver’s license business online at www.iowadot.gov. If you need to come to the DOT, the quickest way to get your driver’s license business done is to schedule an appointment at https://iowadot.gov/mvd/other-appointments. Walk-in customers will be served as time allows.
Special note to motor carriers
The Office of Motor Carrier Services typically experiences a heavy workload on the days leading up to and following the holiday. Customers are urged to submit applications for oversize permits, especially those weighing more than 156,000 pounds, several days before the permit is needed.
Shelby County Board of Supervisors minutes from November 4th -
(11-10-25) - The Shelby County Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 9:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 4th, in the Supervisors Chamber in the Courthouse. Pipeline Liaison, Steve Kenkel updated the Supervisors on ISAC’s amicus brief in support of the Supreme Court appeal of the 8th Circuit Court's decision regarding local control. Chris Fredericksen, Engineer then gave an update on the M16 project stating 100% of the asphalt has been laid and shoulder work will begin soon with painting lines to follow. The bridge at the intersection of 2200th and Linden Road was hit, and a new guard rail will be installed as soon as material is available. Fredericksen also stated the Railroad will begin work on street crossings beginning on 900th and moving North to Earling. Shelby County Chamber Report by Todd Valline included food donation locations to aid families during the Government shutdown. There were no department head reports given. Supervisor Kolbe attended a Board of Health, Environmental Health meeting, an online MAPA meeting, as well as an online pipeline meeting. Supervisor Parkhurst attended a SWIPCO meeting. Supervisor Schaben reported a refund of over $21,000 from the Southwest Iowa Juvenile Detention Center, Conservation Parks are now closed for the season, and the Equestrian Trail is closed through hunting season.
Shelby County Supervisors to meet in special session -
(11-10-25) – The Shelby County Board of Supervisors will be in special session Wednesday, November 12th at 9 am in the courthouse. They will conduct the first tier canvass of the City/School Election and discuss the FY27 budget.
Manning and Guthrie Center Selected To Receive Combined $150,000 In Main Street Iowa Challenge Grants -
(11-10-25) – (Carroll Broadcasting) - On Thursday, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and Main Street Iowa announced $950,000 in challenge grants to Iowa communities, and Manning and Guthrie Center were among the recipients. The grants are used to rehabilitate underutilized buildings in communities’ downtowns. Guthrie Center was awarded $50,000, leveraging an additional $70,000 in local funds, for a $120,000 historic building restoration at 312 State St. Renovations include an updated brick façade, new windows and doors, and a refreshed interior. Once completed, the space will be made available for a future business tenant. Manning will receive a $100,000 grant to be matched with $137,200 in local funds to renovate the former Home Mutual Insurance building at 721 Third St. for a $237,200 total estimated cost. Planned work there includes extensive and specialized exterior work to maintain the structure’s historic exterior and the addition of a daylit basement apartment. The funds are administered through IEDA’s Downtown Resource Center and Main Street Iowa. More than $16.5 million in challenge grants have been awarded since the program’s creation in 2002.
Weekly Fuel Report -
(11-10-25) - Iowa motorists saw a slight increase at the pump last week, while crude oil prices continued their downward trend. The average price of regular unleaded gasoline in Iowa rose one cent to $2.81 per gallon. That’s two cents lower than prices from a year ago. Nationally, regular unleaded averaged $3.08 per gallon, up four cents from last week.
Diesel prices climbed six cents this week, averaging $3.59 per gallon across the state. Iowa’s diesel price remains 12 cents below the national average of $3.71. One year ago, diesel in Iowa averaged $3.34 per gallon.
On the crude oil side, global prices continued to fall. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude declined by 72 cents per barrel to $60.16, while Brent crude dropped $1.13 to $64.05. A year ago, WTI sold for $74.93 per barrel and Brent for $76.98.
In heating fuels, natural gas prices rose 42 cents to $4.27 per million British thermal units (MMbtu) at the Henry Hub reporting site. Propane averaged $1.53 per gallon statewide, while home heating oil averaged $3.25 per gallon.
Special meeting of the Pott. County Board of Supervisors set for today was cancelled -
(11-10-25) - Officials in Pottawattamie County posted on the County’s social media page, Sunday night, that a “Special meeting of the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors, ” that had been scheduled to take place at 10-a.m. today (Monday, 11/10, was “cancelled due to Scott Belt resigning as Board Chairperson.” The meeting was to have been held to to name a new Chairman and Pro-Tem Chair for the remainder of 2025. His resignation, the notice said, is effective at midnight, Monday (11/10). No reason was given for Belt’s resignation, and no other details were provided. The board’s regular weekly meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 12 at 10 am due to the courthouse being closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
Buck Grove woman ordered to appear in Carroll County -
(11-10-25) - A Buck Grove woman has been ordered to appear after allegedly writing checks from an account with insufficient funds. According to Carroll County District Court records, 46-year-old Sabrina Renee Wood wrote three checks in April and May of this year to a business in Carroll County, totaling over $1,500. Authorities say all three checks were returned and Wood was contacted by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office to settle up. Wood allegedly did not return to pay for the full amount owed and was attempted to be reached multiple times. She is facing charges of second-degree theft, a class D felony and has been ordered to appear for a preliminary hearing on Nov. 20 at the Carroll County Courthouse. A class D felony in Iowa carries a maximum sentence of up to five years in prison and $10,245 in fines.
Atlantic Police report -
(11-10-25) - Officials with the Atlantic Police Department, released a report on arrests that occurred between Oct. 18th and the 29th, and citations that were issued between Oct. 19th and November 2nd. Those arrested include:
On Oct. 18th, 25-year-old SK Kovac, of Atlantic, for Public Intoxication. And, on Oct. 29th, 32-year-old Gavin Hooks, of Daphne, AL, for Domestic Abuse Assault by impeding the flow of air and/or blood.
Citations were issued for Shoplifting (Theft in the 5th Degree) to the following:
- 60-year-old Jeffrey King, of Villisca, on Oct. 19th
- 32-year-old Chad Arbuckle, of Atlantic, on Oct. 21st. And,
- 54-year-old Tina Wayland, of Deloit (IA), on Nov. 2nd.
Montgomery County News -
(11-10-25) - Police in Red Oak, Sunday night, arrested a man for 3rd offense Trespassing. Authorities say 49-year-old Michael Lee LaFollette, of Red Oak, was arrested in the 1600 block of E. Summit Street at around 10:15-p.m. He was transported to the Montgomery County Law Enforcement Center and held on a $300 bond.
A Red Oak man is arrested on a warrant early Friday morning. 55-year-old Todd Allen Konz was taken into custody by Montgomery County Sheriff’s Officers for a probation violation warrant. He’s being held in Montgomery County Jail on $2000 bond.
And Red Oak Police arrested a man for an incident Thursday evening. 20-year-old Jaykob Nelson was charged with 5th Degree Criminal Mischief, a simple misdemeanor, for an incident that occurred at just after 7pm in the 2400 block of North 8th Street. Nelson was taken to Montgomery County Jail and held on $300 bond.
Historic building in Stuart once targeted by outlaws & doomed for destruction, is instead being renovated -
(11-10-25) - A building in Stuart with a notorious past is being revitalized by local couple Wes and Abbey Duncan, who, according to KCCI, are promising a much brighter future for the site once targeted by Bonnie and Clyde.
Nearly a century ago, the infamous duo made a stolen withdrawal inside the building, which was once an old bank. The Duncans own Duncan Construction and are saving the building from demolition after the previous owners decided not to move forward with their plans. Local historian Robert Cook, who has lived in Stuart since 1957, said, without the couples’ action, the building would have turned to rubble or been demolished for a parking lot.
Since 1882, the building has stood on the corner of Northwest Second Street in Stuart, the main street in town, and has been a tourist destination for decades. It has served various purposes, including a bank and a law office. The Duncans are renovating the building but are not planning to open a business inside it. They hope someone else will take over and establish a business inside. The Duncans say the space upstairs could serve as an Airbnb or an apartment for the owner downstairs.
They plan to incorporate the history of Bonnie and Clyde’s visit into the building’s decor, with a mural on an outside wall and the use of old checks to decorate the inside.
The project is sponsored in part by the Iowa Economic Development Authority and the city of Stuart. The windows and brick had to be approved by the city to match the historical look of Stuart’s main street. The building’s exterior will be reconstructed to resemble its appearance in 1934, when the Barrow gang visited.
Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian vs Vehicle Accident in Council Bluffs -
(11-7-25) - Council Bluffs Police have identified the persons involved in a fatal accident between a vehicle and a pedestrian on Thursday. 47-year-old Heidi Divis of Omaha was killed when she was hit by a 2009 Kia Sportage driven by 72-year-old Dennis Stark of Council Bluffs near 8th Street and Kanesville Boulevard at approximately 5:47pm in the evening. Preliminary investigation revealed that Divis was crossing Kanesville northbound against the walk signal. Stark was headed eastbound through the intersection with a yellow light when he struck Divis. Stark was showing signs of impairment and a search warrant was granted for his blood. The case remains under investigation.
Shelby County Sheriff’s Arrest Report -
(11-6-25) – The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office reports on Friday, October 31st, 42 year old Kristopher Leigh Chadwick of Harlan was arrested for Keeping a premises or vehicle for Controlled Substance Violation, an aggravated misdemeanor and Possession of a Controlled Substance – Marijuana – 1st offense, a Serious Misdemeanor. 29 year old Noah Ryan Harlow of Manning was also arrested on October 31st for Reckless Driving and Operating Under the Influence – first offense a simple misdemeanor. His preliminary hearing is set for 10 am on November 20th. And 38 year old Jennifer Ellizabeth Wilson of Harlan was arrested for OWI – 1st Offense.
On Saturday, November 1st, 30 year old Mikenda Ifraim of Harlan was placed under arrest for Contempt of Court, Violation of a No Contact Order. 37 year old Brandon Michael Miller of Earling was arrested. No charges were listed for Miller at this time.
And 44 year old Carnell Lamar Walker of Omaha was arrested. No charges were posted at this time.
37 year old Osvail Morris Brown of Omaha was arrested on November 2nd. He was charged with Possession of Marijuana – 1st Offense. And 62 year old Cynthia Rose Smiley of Seward, NE was arrested for Violation of Probation.
61 year old Gerard August Rueschenberg of Harlan was arrested on November 3rd for OWI – 2nd offense.
27 year old Courtney Breann Cook of Fort Dodge was arrested on November 4th for Violation of Probation; 39 year old Erica Ann Eby of Council Bluffs was arrested for Contempt of Court – Violation of a no contact order.
On November 5th, 38 year old Christopher Young Courtney II was arrested for final notice on past due fines and costs. And 43 year old Jessica Leigh Drewes of Irwin was arrested for Child Endangerment.
And 46 year old Dawn Michele Thiesen of Harlan was arrested for Driving While Barred.
Missouri Valley woman pleads guilty in Child Abuse case –
(11-6-25) – Tanya Knudsen of Missouri Valley, the woman who was arrested in Blair, NE after her two children were rescued from a hot car this past summer, has plead guilty to child abuse. The incident happened in August at an apartment complex. Blair police arrested Knudsen and she plead guilty on Wednesday to a charge of child abuse. Blair police said employees at a nearby business heard children screaming and called 911. A Washington County Sheriff’s sergeant, who was in the area, found a 3-year-old and a 16-month old crying inside a locked vehicle. The vehicle was not running, and the children were secured in car seats. The kids were taken to the hospital and were released to a family member. Knudsen is scheduled to be sentenced on Jan. 6, 2026.
Grain trailer rolls into a Guthrie County ditch -
(11-6-25) – On Wednesday, the Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office, released information about a non-injury accident involving a semi tractor-trailer, that occurred on Oct. 26th. Authorities say a Freightliner semi driven by 34-year-old Dustin Woods, of Guthrie Center, was traveling north on Sycamore Avenue at around 7:45-p.m. on the 26th, and tried to negotiate a left turn onto 160th Road, when a grain trailer the semi was hauling, dropped-off into the eastbound ditch, before it rolled over and dumped its load of grain into the ditch and onto the roadway. The semi tractor came to rest on the road. The semi sustained an estimated $35,000 damage. The grain trailer, registered to Austin Smith, of Yale, sustained $20,000 damage, according to the report. No citations were issued.
Iowa Finance Authority Awards more than $5.7 Million for Homelessness Assistance Initiatives -
(11-6-25) - The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors approved more than $5.7 million in grants to assist 42 agencies with homelessness assistance initiatives during the 2026 calendar year. Individuals in need of homelessness assistance should visit iowahousinghelp.com or call the coordinated entry system at 833-739-0065. Residents of Des Moines or Polk County should call centralized intake at 515-248-1850. Residents in the Siouxland area should visit siouxlandhomeless.org or call 712-224-5247. The funding is made available through the State-funded Shelter Assistance Fund (SAF) and the federal Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) programs. The Iowa Finance Authority conducted competitive application processes for the ESG and SAF programs, while HOPWA funding is distributed by formula based upon Iowa Department of Public Health data. Applications were scored in several categories, including program design, experience and capacity, community partnerships, performance, budget and grants management.
Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG) -
The primary purpose of the federal Emergency Solutions Grant program is to help Iowans and their families quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. Examples of eligible services include rental and other emergency financial assistance, street outreach, case management and supportive services. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and by the Iowa Finance Authority in Iowa. Twenty-seven agencies were awarded a total of more than $3 million in 2026 Emergency Solutions Grant program funds.
Shelter Assistance Fund (SAF) -
The State-funded Shelter Assistance Fund program provides assistance to help with the costs of operations of homeless and domestic violence shelters, essential services for individuals in shelters and evaluation and reporting services. Twenty-two agencies were awarded a total of more than $1.4 million in 2026 Shelter Assistance Fund grants. Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS is a federal program of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development designed to assist persons who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Five agencies were awarded a total of more than $1.2 million in 2026 Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS grants.
Please help Shelby County by completing the Hazard Mitigation Play Survey -
(10-6-25) – It’s time to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan for the County. This is something that is required every 5 years to be eligible for federal grants and it has to be approved through FEMA. Our Emergency Management Coordinator has created a survey for anyone who lives and works in Shelby County to fill out. It goes over different disasters that could have affected you and asks for suggestions on how we could be better prepared for them and minimize their effects. It only takes a few minutes to fill out and all responses are confidential unless you would like to leave your name and contact info at the end of the survey. The link is found on the Shelby County Emergency Management website and also on their Facebook page. Please help out and complete the survey.
Gov. Reynolds issues harvest proclamation -
(10-20-25) - Gov. Kim Reynolds will sign an extension of the proclamation relating to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer and manure. The proclamation will be effective Saturday, October 18, 2025, and continue through November 17, 2025.The proclamation allows vehicles transporting corn, soybeans, soybean meal, hay, straw, silage, stover, fertilizer (dry, liquid, and gas), and manure (dry and liquid) to be overweight (not exceeding 90,000 pounds gross weight) without a permit for the duration of this proclamation. This proclamation applies to loads transported on all highways within Iowa (excluding the interstate system) and those which do not exceed a maximum of 90,000 pounds gross weight, do not exceed the maximum axle weight limit determined under the non-primary highway maximum gross weight table in Iowa Code § 321.463 (6) (b), by more than 12.5 percent, do not exceed the legal maximum axle weight limit of 20,000 pounds, and comply with posted limits on roads and bridges.
For farm news and market information, visit www.brownfieldnetwork.com.
Upcoming events -
The Harlan Community Library has opened a Free Little Food Pantry, located in the entryway of the library. Help them out by dropping off your canned and dry goods. Check out the Library Facebook page for their hours.
For a $50 annual fee, the Boy Scout Troop 90B and 90G will place a 3 by 5 foot flag on a 10 foot pole in front of your house on five national holidays - Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Labor Day and Veteran's Day. Subscription forms can be found online or in the Harlan Tribune.
A new memorial honoring the veterans of Shelby, Iowa will be added to a section of Shelby's Agri Symbol Park at the northwest corner of Interstate 80 and Highway M16. This project is not just a tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms, but also a lasting legacy for future generations to appreciate and remember the sacrifices made by our veterans. Creating such a meaningful and lasting memorial requires substantial funding. This is where they need your support. Every contribution, no matter how small, will bring them one step closer to making this vision a reality. Together, you can create a place of honor and remembrance that our veterans truly deserve. Donations can be sent to: The Shelby Veterans Memorial Park - 505 Center Street - PO Box 120 - Shelby, Iowa 51570.
Need Funds for College?
Grant applications now being accepted for healthcare education
Grant applications for healthcare education from the Endowment for
Education are now being accepted. The grants are made available through the
Lucille Petersen Endowment Fund. The funds will be distributed to selected
applicants seeking short or long-range educational assistance to pursue
healthcare occupations. A November 30th deadline has been set for
applications to be submitted for the spring 2026 semester.
The funds will be distributed as grants—loans that will be forgiven if the
recipient is employed within a 20-mile radius of Harlan in his or her specialized
healthcare occupation following completion of courses. If a recipient cannot fulfill
the service terms under which the loan will be forgiven, the money is subject to a
five percent interest rate and repayment of principal.
Application forms and more information are available by contacting Ruth
Pitkin, Myrtue Medical Center, 1213 Garfield Ave., Harlan, IA, 51537, phone 712-
755-4316 or email [email protected]. The grants can be for new, entrylevel,
or advanced training or certifications.
Pizza Ranch is ready to honor those who've served our country. On Tuesday, November 11th, all Veterans and active-duty military can enjoy a free buffet at Harlan Pizza Ranch. It's their way of expressing gratitude to the brave men and women who've dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. Join them Tuesday for a meal made with love and appreciation - surrounded by family, friends, and community.
Hy-Vee to serve annual Veteran’s Day Breakfast -
(11-6-25) – Hy-Vee is showing its appreciation to the nation’s veterans and active-duty military members with its annual Veterans Day Breakfast. A tradition since 1999, the buffet style breakfast will be offered free of charge to all veterans and active-duty military members on Tuesday, November 11th from 6 to 10 am at all Hy-Vee stores. Veterans and active-duty military members will also receive 15% off their grocery purchases on Tuesday, November 11th. In addition to hosting the Veterans Day Breakfast, monuments and memorials will be on display at select Hy-Vee Stores. Once again the Hy-Vee Veterans Day Breakfast will be held 6 to 10 am, Tuesday, November 11th at all Hy-Vee Stores.
American Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Wednesday, November 12th - 10 am to 4 pm - Logan-Magnolia High School in Logan
Thursday, November 13th - Noon to 6 pm - YMCA in Atlantic
Tuesday, November 18th - 11:30 to 5:30 - Veteran's Auditorium in Harlan For an appointment, call Sue at 579-8012,
Wednesday, November 19th - 8 am to 2 pm - Exira-EHK High School in Elk Horn
11 am to 5 pm - St. Boniface Parish Center in Westphalia
Monday, November 24th - Noon to 6 pm - Exira Event Center
Friday, November 28th - Noon to 5 pm - Templeton Event Center
American Legion Post 132 and Auxiliary Unit 132 invites veterans, military families and families of our fallen heroes as well as guard families that have ones deployed are invited to a free meal, Saturday, November 15th at the Manilla Memorial Hall. Social Hour is from 4 to 5 pm and dinner will be served from 5 to 7 pm. They will be serving Pork Loin, cheesy potatoes, green beans and dessert.
Shelby Fire and Rescue will hold their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, showing their thankfulness by feeding those in need in their community. Donation bags will be dropped off on your front step on Saturday, November 15th at 10 am. Homeowners are welcome to fill the provided bags up with food donations. Fire Department and Hotspots will pick up the donation bags on Saturday November 15th. Leave your filled donation bags on the front step of your home. Monetary donations or turkeys can be dropped off at City Hall between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday
THE EARLING VOLUNTEER FIREMEN’S 58TH ANNUAL FIREMEN’S CHICKEN SUPPER WILL BE HELD SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH AT ST. JOSEPH’S HALL IN EARLING. SERVING WILL BE HELD FROM 4:30 TO 8 PM FEATURING BROASTED CHICKEN AND ALL THE TRIMMINGS. THERE WILL BE A DRAWING FOR A 2025 MODEL 420 HONDA RANCHER 4X4 OR A 55 INCH LED SMART TV. COST FOR THE SUPPER IS $15 FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN UNDER 12 $10. DINNER TICKETS ARE NOT VALID FOR THE DRAWINGS. EARLING FIREMEN’S CHICKEN SUPPER, SUNDAY NOVEMBER 16TH AT ST. JOSEPH’S HALL IN EARLING.
Holiday Pecans and Bake Sale will b e held 9 to 11 am, Saturday, December 6th at the Church on the Hill, Congregational UCC/United Methodist Mission at 19th and Durant in Harlan. Come and enjoy a hot holiday beverage and cinnamon roll.
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