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Thursday, December 11, 2025
Mail Scam Identified by Shelby County Veterans Services -
(12-10-25) - Shelby County Veterans Services wants area veterans to be aware of a current mail scam. In an email, Veterans Service Director Carmen Fielding says, "The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs is aware of ‘Veteran Savings Program’ postcards being distributed nationally, and in Iowa. They are NOT RELATED TO ANY State of Iowa or U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs programs. They originate from a for-profit marketing effort targeting a veteran audience and only appear 'official' to generate attention. We advise anyone considering contacting the entity to exercise discretion, and contact your provider, or Iowa Medicare/Medicaid at 1-800-338-8366 (Toll Free) before making any final decisions. We remind everyone, by law, no veteran has to pay for assistance with their federal VA benefits."
(12-10-25) - Shelby County Veterans Services wants area veterans to be aware of a current mail scam. In an email, Veterans Service Director Carmen Fielding says, "The Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs is aware of ‘Veteran Savings Program’ postcards being distributed nationally, and in Iowa. They are NOT RELATED TO ANY State of Iowa or U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs programs. They originate from a for-profit marketing effort targeting a veteran audience and only appear 'official' to generate attention. We advise anyone considering contacting the entity to exercise discretion, and contact your provider, or Iowa Medicare/Medicaid at 1-800-338-8366 (Toll Free) before making any final decisions. We remind everyone, by law, no veteran has to pay for assistance with their federal VA benefits."
Near-hurricane force winds today, more snow for Iowa tomorrow -
(12-11-25) - The High Wind Warning expired Wednesday morning, but strong gusts were continuing to blast across Iowa before they were expected to diminish Wed afternoon. National Weather Service meteorologist Brooke Hagenhoff says some winds early Wednesday morning approached 70 miles an hour. “Sixty-eight is the highest recorded so far out in Carroll,” she says. “Des Moines has gusted to 66, and parts of western Iowa towards Nebraska and South Dakota have gusted towards 69 miles per hour.” No serious injuries are reported after multiple incidents of semis blowing onto their sides on Interstates 35 and 80. Tree limbs falling on power lines caused scattered outages, while many Iowa school districts delayed the start of classes two hours.
In southwest Iowa, a semi tractor-trailer was blown off of Interstate 80 westbound east of the Marne Exit. Minor injuries were reported. And, a semi was blown-off of I-80 eastbound, near mile marker 11 in Pottawattamie County. A Street/stop sign was snapped-off at its base at 4th & Walnut in Atlantic, and a tree or tree debris was blocking Highway 173 north of I-80 early Wed.morning, but the road had been cleared by 5:15-a.m. Elsewhere, a power pole was snapped by the winds in Page County.
Hagenhoff says the forecast calls for another wintry mix of weather Thursday. “Parts of northeast Iowa could see a few inches of snow. As we get towards central Iowa, maybe a little bit of a rain/snow mix, perhaps some light ice accumulations with that are possible,” Hagenhoff says. “Anything that does accumulate will be very light.” She says yet more snow is possible this weekend for wide areas of the state. “Yeah, the third consecutive week we’re forecasting snow on a Saturday for Iowa,” Hagenhoff says. “Thankfully, this round looks fairly light, maybe an inch or two, but very cold — highs in the single digits to teens on Saturday and Sunday.”
The Thanksgiving weekend storm dropped more than 16 inches of snow on some parts of the state.
(12-11-25) - The High Wind Warning expired Wednesday morning, but strong gusts were continuing to blast across Iowa before they were expected to diminish Wed afternoon. National Weather Service meteorologist Brooke Hagenhoff says some winds early Wednesday morning approached 70 miles an hour. “Sixty-eight is the highest recorded so far out in Carroll,” she says. “Des Moines has gusted to 66, and parts of western Iowa towards Nebraska and South Dakota have gusted towards 69 miles per hour.” No serious injuries are reported after multiple incidents of semis blowing onto their sides on Interstates 35 and 80. Tree limbs falling on power lines caused scattered outages, while many Iowa school districts delayed the start of classes two hours.
In southwest Iowa, a semi tractor-trailer was blown off of Interstate 80 westbound east of the Marne Exit. Minor injuries were reported. And, a semi was blown-off of I-80 eastbound, near mile marker 11 in Pottawattamie County. A Street/stop sign was snapped-off at its base at 4th & Walnut in Atlantic, and a tree or tree debris was blocking Highway 173 north of I-80 early Wed.morning, but the road had been cleared by 5:15-a.m. Elsewhere, a power pole was snapped by the winds in Page County.
Hagenhoff says the forecast calls for another wintry mix of weather Thursday. “Parts of northeast Iowa could see a few inches of snow. As we get towards central Iowa, maybe a little bit of a rain/snow mix, perhaps some light ice accumulations with that are possible,” Hagenhoff says. “Anything that does accumulate will be very light.” She says yet more snow is possible this weekend for wide areas of the state. “Yeah, the third consecutive week we’re forecasting snow on a Saturday for Iowa,” Hagenhoff says. “Thankfully, this round looks fairly light, maybe an inch or two, but very cold — highs in the single digits to teens on Saturday and Sunday.”
The Thanksgiving weekend storm dropped more than 16 inches of snow on some parts of the state.
USDA Rural Development Invests $4.7 Million to Safeguard Water and Improve Healthcare in Rural Iowa: Impacts in Crawford, Fayette, Pottawattamie, Taylor and Wayne Counties. -
(12-11-25) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development’s Iowa State Director Michael Sexton Wednesday announced that the agency is awarding a total of $4,720,000 for three projects to safeguard drinking water and two projects to improve hospital facilities and obstetrical services.
Both of the following grants were funded through the Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants program:
–Denison Municipal Utilitiesreceived a $1,000,000 grant to improve the water supply for the city of Denison. This project will construct a rock riffle dam in the East Boyer River to help recharge the well field and provide a more consistent water supply, especially during drought conditions. Once completed, this project will promote the health and safety of the 9,419 residents of this rural Crawford County community.
–City of Macedonia received a $580,000 grant to improve its water system. This project will construct a new well in the existing well field. Currently, during dry weather conditions, the city must reduce the pumping rate of the wells, and the water supply can become insufficient. The project will help the city meet peak demands. Once completed, this project will provide safe, reliable drinking water for the 267 residents of this rural Pottawattamie County community.
(12-11-25) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development’s Iowa State Director Michael Sexton Wednesday announced that the agency is awarding a total of $4,720,000 for three projects to safeguard drinking water and two projects to improve hospital facilities and obstetrical services.
Both of the following grants were funded through the Emergency Community Water Assistance Grants program:
–Denison Municipal Utilitiesreceived a $1,000,000 grant to improve the water supply for the city of Denison. This project will construct a rock riffle dam in the East Boyer River to help recharge the well field and provide a more consistent water supply, especially during drought conditions. Once completed, this project will promote the health and safety of the 9,419 residents of this rural Crawford County community.
–City of Macedonia received a $580,000 grant to improve its water system. This project will construct a new well in the existing well field. Currently, during dry weather conditions, the city must reduce the pumping rate of the wells, and the water supply can become insufficient. The project will help the city meet peak demands. Once completed, this project will provide safe, reliable drinking water for the 267 residents of this rural Pottawattamie County community.
Exira woman pleads not guilty -
(12-10-25) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - An Exira woman pleads not guilty to burglary and domestic assault charges after being accused of breaking into a home and causing injuries to the victim living there. According to Audubon County District Court records, 41-year-old Rose Ann Fletcher was taken into custody in October for allegedly breaking into a residence in Exira around Oct. 27 by kicking and breaking the door. Authorities say she then entered the victim’s bedroom and hit him on his head with a wooden piece of building material, causing a laceration two to three inches long. She posted bond and has pleaded not guilty to first-degree burglary, a class B felony, and domestic abuse assault with intent to inflict serious injury, an aggravated misdemeanor. A jury trial will be scheduled at a later date. If convicted of the charges, Fletcher could face a maximum sentence of up to 27 years in prison and fines totaling over $8,500.
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office and Jefferson Police Department executed a search warrant yesterday (Monday) at a rural property south of Jefferson as part of an ongoing child pornography investigation. According to law enforcement, deputies and police officers searched an address in the 2000 block of Neola Avenue after collecting reasonable evidence that illegal materials may be on-site. Authorities say digital evidence was seized during the search, and charges are pending the completion of forensic analysis. An investigation is ongoing.
The Carroll Police Department is investigating an allegedly stolen pickup truck that was reported to law enforcement late last week. According to authorities, a black 2017 Chevrolet Silverado, license plate number FAS031, had been parked outside of a business in the 200 block of W. 3rd Street. Officials note the vehicle had been unlocked with the key inside. At 5:22 p.m., a suspect is seen on camera entering the truck and driving away. As of Tuesday morning, the stolen pickup has not been recovered. Anyone with information about the truck’s location or who may have taken it is encouraged to contact the Carroll Police Department’s non-emergency line at 712-792-3536.
(12-10-25) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - An Exira woman pleads not guilty to burglary and domestic assault charges after being accused of breaking into a home and causing injuries to the victim living there. According to Audubon County District Court records, 41-year-old Rose Ann Fletcher was taken into custody in October for allegedly breaking into a residence in Exira around Oct. 27 by kicking and breaking the door. Authorities say she then entered the victim’s bedroom and hit him on his head with a wooden piece of building material, causing a laceration two to three inches long. She posted bond and has pleaded not guilty to first-degree burglary, a class B felony, and domestic abuse assault with intent to inflict serious injury, an aggravated misdemeanor. A jury trial will be scheduled at a later date. If convicted of the charges, Fletcher could face a maximum sentence of up to 27 years in prison and fines totaling over $8,500.
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office and Jefferson Police Department executed a search warrant yesterday (Monday) at a rural property south of Jefferson as part of an ongoing child pornography investigation. According to law enforcement, deputies and police officers searched an address in the 2000 block of Neola Avenue after collecting reasonable evidence that illegal materials may be on-site. Authorities say digital evidence was seized during the search, and charges are pending the completion of forensic analysis. An investigation is ongoing.
The Carroll Police Department is investigating an allegedly stolen pickup truck that was reported to law enforcement late last week. According to authorities, a black 2017 Chevrolet Silverado, license plate number FAS031, had been parked outside of a business in the 200 block of W. 3rd Street. Officials note the vehicle had been unlocked with the key inside. At 5:22 p.m., a suspect is seen on camera entering the truck and driving away. As of Tuesday morning, the stolen pickup has not been recovered. Anyone with information about the truck’s location or who may have taken it is encouraged to contact the Carroll Police Department’s non-emergency line at 712-792-3536.
Montgomery County News -
(12-9-25) – Shortly after 1 am this morning, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of Highway 34. Upon investigation, deputies arrested 36 year old John Patrick Dahlke of Red Oak for Driving Under Suspension. He was transported to the Montgomery County Jail where he was being held on $491.25 bond.
(12-9-25) – Shortly after 1 am this morning, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of Highway 34. Upon investigation, deputies arrested 36 year old John Patrick Dahlke of Red Oak for Driving Under Suspension. He was transported to the Montgomery County Jail where he was being held on $491.25 bond.
Mills County Sheriff’s report -
(12-9-25) - Mills County Sheriff’s Office reports four arrests took place over the past week
On Dec. 6th: 39-year-old Steven Michael Trotter, of Omaha, was arrested in Glenwood on a warrant for Failure to Appear. His bond was set at $5,000; 58-year-old Derrick Lee Dornsburgh, of Malvern, was arrested in Glenwood for Violation of Probation (Bond $2,000).
On Dec. 3rd, 40-year-old Edicson Arturo Pineda Suarez, of Omaha, was arrested in Council Bluffs for OWI/1st offense (Bond $1,000). And, on Dec. 2nd, 53-year-old Bret Phillip Samuelson, of Auburn, NE, was arrested in Glenwood for Failure to Appear (No bond set).
(12-9-25) - Mills County Sheriff’s Office reports four arrests took place over the past week
On Dec. 6th: 39-year-old Steven Michael Trotter, of Omaha, was arrested in Glenwood on a warrant for Failure to Appear. His bond was set at $5,000; 58-year-old Derrick Lee Dornsburgh, of Malvern, was arrested in Glenwood for Violation of Probation (Bond $2,000).
On Dec. 3rd, 40-year-old Edicson Arturo Pineda Suarez, of Omaha, was arrested in Council Bluffs for OWI/1st offense (Bond $1,000). And, on Dec. 2nd, 53-year-old Bret Phillip Samuelson, of Auburn, NE, was arrested in Glenwood for Failure to Appear (No bond set).
Due Date for Hotel/Motel Grants this month -
The Hotel/Motel Grant Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, January 13th at 9:30 am in the Shelby County Chamber Conference Room. Applications are due by Wednesday, December 24th at noon. If you have any questions, contact the Chamber at 755-2114.
The Hotel/Motel Grant Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, January 13th at 9:30 am in the Shelby County Chamber Conference Room. Applications are due by Wednesday, December 24th at noon. If you have any questions, contact the Chamber at 755-2114.
You can still apply for low income heating assistance -
(12-8-25) - (Radio Iowa) – Applications are still being taken for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program known as LIHEAP. Jean Logan with the Community Action Agency of Siouxland says the state is working on getting out the funds for this year after the government shutdown ended. We should have money out by the end of December, everything takes time.” Those enrolled in the program are covered by the shut off moratorium, so utility companies can’t shut them off for unpaid bills during the winter. Logan says the program will not pay you entire heating bill. “LIHEAP, or energy assistance is really intended to pay partially what you would need for your utility payments over the winter months. And while it’s nice to have the moratorium, we do encourage people to go ahead and make regular payments,” she says.
Assistance is based on income, household size and other factors. You can sign up for LIHEAP wherever you through your local community action agency. Logan says you should check and see if there is an online signup, as that often takes less time.
(12-8-25) - (Radio Iowa) – Applications are still being taken for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program known as LIHEAP. Jean Logan with the Community Action Agency of Siouxland says the state is working on getting out the funds for this year after the government shutdown ended. We should have money out by the end of December, everything takes time.” Those enrolled in the program are covered by the shut off moratorium, so utility companies can’t shut them off for unpaid bills during the winter. Logan says the program will not pay you entire heating bill. “LIHEAP, or energy assistance is really intended to pay partially what you would need for your utility payments over the winter months. And while it’s nice to have the moratorium, we do encourage people to go ahead and make regular payments,” she says.
Assistance is based on income, household size and other factors. You can sign up for LIHEAP wherever you through your local community action agency. Logan says you should check and see if there is an online signup, as that often takes less time.
Two from Omaha arrested following traffic stop in Mills County -
(12-8-25) – 48 year old James William Eads, Jr of Omaha and 43 year old Diana L Dubas of Omaha were arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop just before 5 am Sunday morning in Mills County. During the stop, deputies could smell the odor of narcotics coming from inside the vehicle. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of 40 grams of methamphetamine, 13 grams of marijuana and the unlawful possession of 279 prescription pills. Eads and Dubas were charged with Drug Trafficking more than 5 grams but less than 5 kilograms of Meth – a class B felony; Failure to Affix a Drug Tax Stamp – a class D Felony; Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of a Prescription Drug – both serious misdemeanors. Both were additionally charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – simple misdemeanors. Dubas was also charged with Possession of Contraband in a Correctional Facility – a class D felony. Their preliminary hearings were scheduled for December 17th.
(12-8-25) – 48 year old James William Eads, Jr of Omaha and 43 year old Diana L Dubas of Omaha were arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop just before 5 am Sunday morning in Mills County. During the stop, deputies could smell the odor of narcotics coming from inside the vehicle. A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of 40 grams of methamphetamine, 13 grams of marijuana and the unlawful possession of 279 prescription pills. Eads and Dubas were charged with Drug Trafficking more than 5 grams but less than 5 kilograms of Meth – a class B felony; Failure to Affix a Drug Tax Stamp – a class D Felony; Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Possession of a Prescription Drug – both serious misdemeanors. Both were additionally charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – simple misdemeanors. Dubas was also charged with Possession of Contraband in a Correctional Facility – a class D felony. Their preliminary hearings were scheduled for December 17th.
Rural Guthrie County shed fire results in one death -
(12-8-25) - Authorities in Guthrie County reports one person and a dog died during a shed fire early Saturday morning in rural Guthrie County. Guthrie Center Fire Chief Cory Campbell said in a news release, the Guthrie Center Fire Department and Panora EMS were paged to a secondary structure fire at 2094 Hickory Avenue, at around 5:17-a.m., Saturday.
Upon arrival, crews found a shed fully engulfed in flames. The flames were threatening a nearby residence. The occupants of the home were alerted and safely evacuated. Firefighters were able to stop the flames from spreading to the residence, and extinguished the blaze. Upon putting out the fire, responders located a deceased victim and canine within the structure. The scene was then turned over to the State Fire Marshal’s Office and Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office.
The name of the victim was not immediately released.
(12-8-25) - Authorities in Guthrie County reports one person and a dog died during a shed fire early Saturday morning in rural Guthrie County. Guthrie Center Fire Chief Cory Campbell said in a news release, the Guthrie Center Fire Department and Panora EMS were paged to a secondary structure fire at 2094 Hickory Avenue, at around 5:17-a.m., Saturday.
Upon arrival, crews found a shed fully engulfed in flames. The flames were threatening a nearby residence. The occupants of the home were alerted and safely evacuated. Firefighters were able to stop the flames from spreading to the residence, and extinguished the blaze. Upon putting out the fire, responders located a deceased victim and canine within the structure. The scene was then turned over to the State Fire Marshal’s Office and Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office.
The name of the victim was not immediately released.
House fire north of Villisca blamed on faulty water heater -
(12-8-25) – A malfunctioning water heater is the apparent cause of a fire Sunday afternoon north of Villisca. Firefighters from Villisca, Grant, Red Oak and Stanton responded to a reported basement fire about 2 miles north of Villisca at around 12:40 pm Sunday. Crews were able to safely evacuate a lone occupant of the residence. They then quickly extinguished the fire in the basement. The fire apparently started by a mechanical malfunction with a water heater that ignited combustible materials nearby. Family and friends were assisting the homeowner in finding a temporary means of shelter. No injuries were reported and damage to the home was limited.
(12-8-25) – A malfunctioning water heater is the apparent cause of a fire Sunday afternoon north of Villisca. Firefighters from Villisca, Grant, Red Oak and Stanton responded to a reported basement fire about 2 miles north of Villisca at around 12:40 pm Sunday. Crews were able to safely evacuate a lone occupant of the residence. They then quickly extinguished the fire in the basement. The fire apparently started by a mechanical malfunction with a water heater that ignited combustible materials nearby. Family and friends were assisting the homeowner in finding a temporary means of shelter. No injuries were reported and damage to the home was limited.
Creston Area News -
(12-8-25) - 32 year old James Dean Michelson of Creston was arrested Friday afternoon following a traffic stop. Michelson was charged with Driving While Barred Habitual Offender and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was transported to the Union County Jail, posted a $2,300 dollar cash or surety bond, and was released.
And, at around 12:10-a.m. Saturday, 19-year-old Caleb Lee Bunner, of Creston, was arrested for Public Intoxication. He was transported o the Union County Jail and held on a $300 dollar cash or surety bond. Bunner later appeared before a judge, pled guilty to the charge, and was released.
(12-8-25) - 32 year old James Dean Michelson of Creston was arrested Friday afternoon following a traffic stop. Michelson was charged with Driving While Barred Habitual Offender and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was transported to the Union County Jail, posted a $2,300 dollar cash or surety bond, and was released.
And, at around 12:10-a.m. Saturday, 19-year-old Caleb Lee Bunner, of Creston, was arrested for Public Intoxication. He was transported o the Union County Jail and held on a $300 dollar cash or surety bond. Bunner later appeared before a judge, pled guilty to the charge, and was released.
No injuries reported following a collision NE of Kent,
(12-7-25) – No injuries were reported following a collision Saturday afternoon (12/6), northeast of Kent, in Union County. According to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, a pickup truck driven by 38-year-old Jacob L. Hubbard, of Creston, was traveling west on 240th Street at the same time a Chevy Cruze driven by 40-year-old Juaneber De La Cruz-Ruiz, of Kent, was traveling north on Clover Avenue. Authorities say when De La Cruz-Ruiz failed to stop at the posted stop sign intersection, his vehicle struck the pickup truck on the left rear, causing the pickup to turn and hit the other stop sign before ending-up in the ditch. The Chevy Cruze came to rest on the roadway. The collision happened at around 2:30-p.m.
Both vehicles were towed from the scene, with the damages estimated at $8,000 altogether. The Sheriff’s report said there were no citations issued at the scene, but that De La Cruz-Ruiz would be issued a citation for running the stop sign, and the citation would be sent through the mail.
(12-7-25) – No injuries were reported following a collision Saturday afternoon (12/6), northeast of Kent, in Union County. According to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, a pickup truck driven by 38-year-old Jacob L. Hubbard, of Creston, was traveling west on 240th Street at the same time a Chevy Cruze driven by 40-year-old Juaneber De La Cruz-Ruiz, of Kent, was traveling north on Clover Avenue. Authorities say when De La Cruz-Ruiz failed to stop at the posted stop sign intersection, his vehicle struck the pickup truck on the left rear, causing the pickup to turn and hit the other stop sign before ending-up in the ditch. The Chevy Cruze came to rest on the roadway. The collision happened at around 2:30-p.m.
Both vehicles were towed from the scene, with the damages estimated at $8,000 altogether. The Sheriff’s report said there were no citations issued at the scene, but that De La Cruz-Ruiz would be issued a citation for running the stop sign, and the citation would be sent through the mail.
Crash injures Anita teen -
(12-8-25) - 16-year-old Kason Jene Calhoun, of Anita, was injured in the crash that occurred at around 8:15-a.m. Friday, in the 1700 block of Brown Avenue (near 170th Street). Sheriff’s officials say a 2012 Dodge Durango SUV driven by Kason Calhoun was traveling northbound on Brown Avenue at the same time an end loader driven by 35-year-old Kyle Christian Jorgensen, of Anita, was traveling southbound. The SUV and end loader met at the crest of a hill. Calhoun swerved to the right and drove into snow on the side of the roadway. The SUV lost traction and veered to the left the driver’s side of the before it struck the end loader. The SUV then entered the east ditch and rolled an undetermined amount of times before coming to rest on its wheels. Jorgensen told authorities he swerved to the right in order to try and avoid the collision. Calhoun was found outside of the SUV. Authorities believe he may have been ejected. Calhoun was transported by Anita Fire and Rescue to Cass Health in Atlantic (CCHS) before being flown by Lifeflight helicopter to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.
(12-8-25) - 16-year-old Kason Jene Calhoun, of Anita, was injured in the crash that occurred at around 8:15-a.m. Friday, in the 1700 block of Brown Avenue (near 170th Street). Sheriff’s officials say a 2012 Dodge Durango SUV driven by Kason Calhoun was traveling northbound on Brown Avenue at the same time an end loader driven by 35-year-old Kyle Christian Jorgensen, of Anita, was traveling southbound. The SUV and end loader met at the crest of a hill. Calhoun swerved to the right and drove into snow on the side of the roadway. The SUV lost traction and veered to the left the driver’s side of the before it struck the end loader. The SUV then entered the east ditch and rolled an undetermined amount of times before coming to rest on its wheels. Jorgensen told authorities he swerved to the right in order to try and avoid the collision. Calhoun was found outside of the SUV. Authorities believe he may have been ejected. Calhoun was transported by Anita Fire and Rescue to Cass Health in Atlantic (CCHS) before being flown by Lifeflight helicopter to the University of Nebraska Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.
Atlantic man arrested for alleged threats against a man from Dallas County -
(12-6-25) - Reports out of Dallas County indicate a Cass County man was arrested Wednesday (Dec. 3rd) in Adel, in connection with an incident that took place Oct. 22nd. The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office reports say 40-year-old Delaney Luke Pace, of Atlantic, was arrested by Adel Police and booked into the Dallas County Jail on a charge of Harassment in the 1st Degree – an Aggravated Misdemeanor. According to court documents, Pace allegedly threatened to harm an Adel man and his friend, during a confrontation at a residence in Adel. His alleged victim told Police about the incident on Nov 14th, during which Pace allegedly threatened to snap his and his friend’s necks” during the confrontation. Two witnesses told Adel Police that they heard Pace make the alleged threats. Pace was being held in the Dallas County Jail without bond.
(12-6-25) - Reports out of Dallas County indicate a Cass County man was arrested Wednesday (Dec. 3rd) in Adel, in connection with an incident that took place Oct. 22nd. The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office reports say 40-year-old Delaney Luke Pace, of Atlantic, was arrested by Adel Police and booked into the Dallas County Jail on a charge of Harassment in the 1st Degree – an Aggravated Misdemeanor. According to court documents, Pace allegedly threatened to harm an Adel man and his friend, during a confrontation at a residence in Adel. His alleged victim told Police about the incident on Nov 14th, during which Pace allegedly threatened to snap his and his friend’s necks” during the confrontation. Two witnesses told Adel Police that they heard Pace make the alleged threats. Pace was being held in the Dallas County Jail without bond.
Gov. Reynolds issues harvest proclamation -
(11-19-25) - Governor Kim Reynolds, today (Wednesday), signed a proclamation related to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through December 19, 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.
The 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.
(11-19-25) - Governor Kim Reynolds, today (Wednesday), signed a proclamation related to the weight limits and transportation of grain, fertilizer, and manure. The proclamation is effective immediately and continues through December 19, 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.
The 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.
Holidays and phone scams seem to go hand in hand – beware -
(11-19-25) – (Radio Iowa) - With the busy holiday shopping season just ahead, Iowans are being warned to be on guard for a boost in robocalls and phone scams, which are getting more sophisticated using artificial intelligence. Matt Mizenko, general manager of Nomorobo — an app that blocks spam calls and texts, says there was a big spike in robocalls and scammers in recent weeks, including fraud attempts related to the federal government shutdown.One phone scam he says to be especially mindful of right now relates to open enrollment for health insurance, and those could last for the next several weeks. Once we get past the holidays and get into the beginning of next year, we start to see the IRS tax scams. The people calling you and telling you owe this or you owe that, or you’re going to be in trouble, or we’re going to come take your house and take your car and all those sorts of things,” Mizenko says. “So you need to be vigilant. For starters, he suggests you be wary of any call that comes in from an “unknown caller,” but even calls that look legit may not be. Anybody that calls you asking for information or — one of the new trends is — they already have a little bit of information about you that they have gotten using AI or something to try and increase your confidence that they’re real. He recommends downloading some sort of phone protection product to provide another layer of security, quizzing callers about who they are and why they’re calling. He says his company is also seeing a recent surge in “spoofed” government numbers, which appear local and legitimate, but are neither.
(11-19-25) – (Radio Iowa) - With the busy holiday shopping season just ahead, Iowans are being warned to be on guard for a boost in robocalls and phone scams, which are getting more sophisticated using artificial intelligence. Matt Mizenko, general manager of Nomorobo — an app that blocks spam calls and texts, says there was a big spike in robocalls and scammers in recent weeks, including fraud attempts related to the federal government shutdown.One phone scam he says to be especially mindful of right now relates to open enrollment for health insurance, and those could last for the next several weeks. Once we get past the holidays and get into the beginning of next year, we start to see the IRS tax scams. The people calling you and telling you owe this or you owe that, or you’re going to be in trouble, or we’re going to come take your house and take your car and all those sorts of things,” Mizenko says. “So you need to be vigilant. For starters, he suggests you be wary of any call that comes in from an “unknown caller,” but even calls that look legit may not be. Anybody that calls you asking for information or — one of the new trends is — they already have a little bit of information about you that they have gotten using AI or something to try and increase your confidence that they’re real. He recommends downloading some sort of phone protection product to provide another layer of security, quizzing callers about who they are and why they’re calling. He says his company is also seeing a recent surge in “spoofed” government numbers, which appear local and legitimate, but are neither.
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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.
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.
Upcoming Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Wednesday, December 10th - 8:30 to 2:30 pm - Anita Health and Wellness Center
Noon to 6 - St. Mary's Parish Hall in Panama
Noon to 6 - Central Church in Carroll
Thursday, December 11th - 8 am to 2 pm - Central Church in Carroll
Friday, December 12th - 11 am to 5 pm - VFW in Manning
Thursday, December 18th - Noon to 6 pm - Rand Community Center n Missouri Valley
Monday, December 29th - Noon to 6 pm - St. Patrick's Parish Center in Audubon
Wednesday, December 10th - 8:30 to 2:30 pm - Anita Health and Wellness Center
Noon to 6 - St. Mary's Parish Hall in Panama
Noon to 6 - Central Church in Carroll
Thursday, December 11th - 8 am to 2 pm - Central Church in Carroll
Friday, December 12th - 11 am to 5 pm - VFW in Manning
Thursday, December 18th - Noon to 6 pm - Rand Community Center n Missouri Valley
Monday, December 29th - Noon to 6 pm - St. Patrick's Parish Center in Audubon
HARLAN METHODIST CHURCH ANNUAL COOKIE WALK AND SOUP, SANDWICH AND DESSERT LUNCH WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10TH, 11 TO 1 AT THE HARLAN METHODIST CHURCH, 908 9TH STREET. THEY WILL FEATURE HOMEMADE COOKIES - $15 OR A HALF BOX FOR $8. PLUS ENJOY A LUNCHEON OF SOUP, SANDWICH AND PIE OR A DESSERT, $15. COME FOR LUNCH, PICK YOUR COOKIES AND BROWSE THROUGH CRAFTS AND GOODIES. PRE-BOXED COOKIES CAN BE ORDERED IN ADVANCE BY CONTACTING BETH BUCK AT 579-1870 OR THE CHURCH OFFICE AT 755-5172.
Santa in the Cabins will be held Thursday, December 11th from 4:30 to 7 pm at the Shelby County Historical Museum in Harlan. It's free. it's festive and it's the perfect way to experience and share in the holiday spirit.
The Congregational United Church of Christ/United Methodist Mission Church - the Church on the Hill on 19th Street in Harlan will have their Blue Christmas Service, Saturday, December 13th, at 6pm. The want to offer anyone going through a difficult time to attend this service. The service will be somber and offer a message of hope.
The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Holiday Open House will be held Thursday, December 18th starting at 5 pm. Food and beverages will be served and this is a great opportunity to network with other businesses. If you have a friend who works or owns a company that is not a chamber member, invite them to attend as well.
Produce in the Park's Christmas Market will be held Saturday, December 20th from 10 am to noon at the Nishna YMCA in Atlantic. Shop for local foods, baked goods, and holiday gifts. enjoy hot cocoa, check out the free bounce houses, holiday face painting and help decorate a giant gingerbread house.
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