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TODAY'S NEWS STORIES - Thursday, December 1st, 2022
Harlan Community Cyclone Poms to compete today -
(12-1-22) - IT’S STATE COMPETITION TIME! These girls have put in hours upon hours of work to learn and perfect a Pom routine and a lyrical dance. They will be performing at Wells Fargo today at 3:08pm and Friday at 10:33am. Wish them luck!!
(12-1-22) - IT’S STATE COMPETITION TIME! These girls have put in hours upon hours of work to learn and perfect a Pom routine and a lyrical dance. They will be performing at Wells Fargo today at 3:08pm and Friday at 10:33am. Wish them luck!!
Boil Advisory lifted for the City of Logan
(11-30-22) – The Harrison County Emergency Management Agency, today, said the City of Logan has lifted the boil order that was previously in place for residents affected by the water main break on November 28, 2022. Residents may resume using the tap water for drinking, cooking and other, normal purposes.
(11-30-22) – The Harrison County Emergency Management Agency, today, said the City of Logan has lifted the boil order that was previously in place for residents affected by the water main break on November 28, 2022. Residents may resume using the tap water for drinking, cooking and other, normal purposes.
Mindy Schaffer, Director at Hansen House Harlan, will present Soup and Learn the first Thursday of the month at 6 pm. The next class is December 1st. Aging bodies and minds do not come with an instruction manual. This is a free education program. To register for supper and education, call Mindy at 833-870-5182.
Upcoming Bloodmobiles -
Saturday, Dec 3rd - 8 am to 1 pm - Shelby Community Building in Shelby Call Katie at 402-238-8044 for an appointment.
Saturday, Dec 3rd - 8 am to 1 pm - Shelby Community Building in Shelby Call Katie at 402-238-8044 for an appointment.
Join the Shelby Fire and Rescue Hotspots for "Light Up the Holidays" , Saturday, December 3rd from 11:30 to 3 pm at the Shelby Fire Hall. For a free will donation, you can enjoy soups and desserts, make and take crafts, photos with Santa, wagon rides and more. Plus Santa will arrive at 1 pm with a special gift for each child.
COME SEE THE AREA’S LARGEST ANIMATED DISPLAY AT THE MANILLA CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3RD FROM 9 AM TO 3 PM. THERE WILL BE OVER 150 TABLES TO SHOP AND THEY’LL BE LOCATED ON MAIN STREET AT THE MANILLA MEMORIAL HALL, THE MANILLA FIRE HALL, AND THE WELLNESS CENTER GYM. ADMISSION IS FREE AND YOU CAN EVEN GET A PICTURE WITH SANTA!!! THE MANILLA CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3RD FROM 9 TO 3 AT THE MANILLA MEMORIAL HALL, THE MANILLA FIRE HALL AND THE WELLNESS CENTER GYM!
Santa Claus is Coming to Town on Saturday, December 3rd. The Chamber's annual event is back again this year. Santa and his helpers will spend the afternoon visiting a number of communities: Irwin Library from 12:30 to 1 pm, St. Mary's Parish Hall in Panama from 1:30 to 2:30, the Legion Hall in Portsmouth from 3 to 3:30 and Old Post Office in Tennant from 4 to 4:30.
Start your holiday season with the Holiday Pecans and Bake Sale Saturday, December 3rd from 9 to 11 am at the Congregational United Church of Christ at 19th and Durant in Harlan. They will be selling 12 ounce bags of pecan halves, home-canned items and delicious baked items, too. Enjoy a hot apple cider or hot cocoa and cinnamon roll with all proceeds going to the Harlan Food Pantry.
Head out to Prairie Rose State Park for an easy hike on Saturday, December 3rd at 11 am. They will meet in the west campground and head out over the dam for a hike. They will go as far as the group would like to go and then loop back.
Harlan Community School Board of Directors to meet in special session -
(12-1-22) – The Harlan Community School Board of Directors will meet in special session, Monday, December 5th at 5:15. Action items include $10,000,000 General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2022; Resolution appointing paying agent, bond registrar, and transfer agent. Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of Same. Also Approval of form of Tax Exemption Certificate, approval of Continuing Disclosure Certificate and Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Bonds.
(12-1-22) – The Harlan Community School Board of Directors will meet in special session, Monday, December 5th at 5:15. Action items include $10,000,000 General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2022; Resolution appointing paying agent, bond registrar, and transfer agent. Approving the Paying Agent, Bond Registrar and Transfer Agent Agreement and Authorizing the Execution of Same. Also Approval of form of Tax Exemption Certificate, approval of Continuing Disclosure Certificate and Resolution Authorizing the Issuance of Bonds.
Markham Family Dental is sponsoring a Food Drive now through December 12th. Please help them collect non-perishable foods for West Central Community Action. Examples of what to donate: boxed stuffing, canned goods, soups, cake mixes, or chocolate mixes. Anything you choose to donate would be greatly appreciated. Drop off locations are Markham Family Dental, Harlan Hy-Vee, and Harlan Fareway.
It's the Holiday Gift-Giving Season. Discounted Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chamber Gift Certificates are available now through Thursday, December 22nd at a 10% discount courtesy of SCSB.
WCCA is seeking support for their 2022 Adopt-A-Family campaign. How can you help? You can make a secure financial donation by mailing a check to WCCA, PO Box 709 Harlan, 51537. Be sure to write "Shelby County Christmas" on the check memo. Or sign up to Adopt-A-Family. Each week in the Harlan Newspapers, adoptees are listed by number. Donors will then choose by number which family or individual they wish to adopt. You'll receive detailed profiles and wish lists. Then you can drop off your gifts on Thursday, December 15th at the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce office between 8 and 4.
West Central Community Action Shelby County Outreach Office is now accepting Christmas Adoption applications. Remember, you must reside in Shelby county. Families with Children ages 18 and under or seniors 65 and over can apply. You must be at or below 200% federal poverty level or approved for LIHEAP energy assistance. Call 755-5602 or email Dena for inquiries or to sign up. The deadline to sign-up is December 2nd.
Annual open Enrollment for Medicare Part D is now open . Needing help to check your plan? There are 3 SHIIP(Senior Health Insurance Information Program)counselors ready to assist you. SHIIP counselors are unbiased only giving you information for you to make the best decision for you. Plans do change, premiums may increase, prescription drugs covered may change and your medication may change.
Call 755-2757 soon to schedule your annual review as Open Enrollment ends December 7th. SHIIP counselors have information for all Part D and Medicare Advantage Plans available in your area.
Call 755-2757 soon to schedule your annual review as Open Enrollment ends December 7th. SHIIP counselors have information for all Part D and Medicare Advantage Plans available in your area.
Shotgun Deer Season opens this Saturday -
(11-28-22) - The first shotgun deer season starts on Saturday, December 3rd. 100,000 deer hunters are expected to participate in one of the two shotgun seasons. Hunting continues to be a safe activity enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of Iowans. Part of making hunting safe is creating that plan. As we approach that first season we are encouraging hunters to put that plan together. Include safety as part of that plan. The Iowa DNR’s Bryan Hayes says a plan includes several details. A hunting plan identifies things like location. Where are the hunters in the party going to be located? Who is going to be on the hunt? How will it unfold? Who is driving, who is posting, who is sitting, and what time do you expect to return? All of that can be a part of a well laid out plan. A well laid out hunting plan is going to be part of a safe hunt. The DNR suggests hunters check their blaze orange to make sure it’s not faded and it still fits. “As a requirement by law the minimum amount of blaze orange for our firearm deer hunters is a 100% solid orange vest. It’s not like the pheasant season where you can just throw on a blaze orange cap and go. During that gun season you need at a minimum a 100% blaze orange vest. Other recommendations include sighting in your gun, checking with landowners to secure permission, and during your hunt you need to know your safe zone of fire. Do not shoot at running deer.
(11-28-22) - The first shotgun deer season starts on Saturday, December 3rd. 100,000 deer hunters are expected to participate in one of the two shotgun seasons. Hunting continues to be a safe activity enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of Iowans. Part of making hunting safe is creating that plan. As we approach that first season we are encouraging hunters to put that plan together. Include safety as part of that plan. The Iowa DNR’s Bryan Hayes says a plan includes several details. A hunting plan identifies things like location. Where are the hunters in the party going to be located? Who is going to be on the hunt? How will it unfold? Who is driving, who is posting, who is sitting, and what time do you expect to return? All of that can be a part of a well laid out plan. A well laid out hunting plan is going to be part of a safe hunt. The DNR suggests hunters check their blaze orange to make sure it’s not faded and it still fits. “As a requirement by law the minimum amount of blaze orange for our firearm deer hunters is a 100% solid orange vest. It’s not like the pheasant season where you can just throw on a blaze orange cap and go. During that gun season you need at a minimum a 100% blaze orange vest. Other recommendations include sighting in your gun, checking with landowners to secure permission, and during your hunt you need to know your safe zone of fire. Do not shoot at running deer.
ISU Extension and Outreach’s Shelby County 4-H Awards!
(12-1-22) - It has been another successful year for Shelby County 4-Hers and their families. Our annual awards were held Sunday, November 13th at the Harlan High School
Our 2022-2023 County Council members are:
Jaden Franke, daughter of Quint and Lori Franke; Lauren Wingert, daughter of Dan and Laura Wingert; Brooklyn Buck, daughter of Erin Buck and Bryan Berndt; Kyia Rueschenberg, daughter of Joe and Amy Rueschenberg; Delaney Goshorn, daughter of Katie and Adam Goshorn; Macey Goshorn, daughter of Katie and Adam Goshorn; Lilly Bissen, daughter of Ronda Bissen; and Grant Petersen, son of Mary and Andy Petersen. Special thanks to our outgoing county council members: Mallory Mulligan, daughter of Andy and Tiffany Mulligen; Sydney O’Neill, daughter of Tim and Jenny O’Neill and Emily Bricker, daughter of John and Nikki Bricker.
Club awards were given to 85 of our Shelby County 4-Her’s. These were recommended by their leaders.
County awards are given to Intermediate and Senior members who show in their record books how they have grown in a project area by sharing their knowledge, showing leadership and giving back to others.
County Intermediate awards were given to Grant Petersen-Civic Engagement, Clothing and Fashion, and Food and Nutrition; Kaitlyn Christensen-Food and Nutrition and Sewing and Needle Arts; Kylie Christensen-Food and Nutrition; Brylie Andersen-Market Goat; Kaitlyn Plambeck-Photography; Bailee Arkfeld-Poultry; Macey Goshorn-Swine; Cheyenne Obrecht-Swine; and Landon Nihsen-Woodworking.
County Senior Project Awards were given to Shea Hopp-Rabbit; Lauren Wingert-Creative Arts; Brooklyn Buck-Beef; Addison Obrecht-Beef; Caitlyn Dills-Dog and Rabbit; Delaney Goshorn-Food and Nutrition and Swine; Kyia Rueschenberg-Food and Nutrition; and Eric Torneten-Music.
The Harlan Golden K Kiwanis Club evaluates and selects the top record books from each of our clubs to determine the top record books for the county.
Top Junior Record Book: Meredith Mulligan
Top Intermediate Record Book: Cheyenne Obrecht and Grant Petersen
Top Senior Record Book: Kyia Rueschenberg
Personal development awards are given to those senior members who complete a written application and then go through an interview to be selected for that award. Those winners are:
Achievement: Katie Andersen
Civic Engagement (Citizenship): Katie Andersen and Jaden Franke
Communications: Jaden Franke and Emily Bricker
County Council Memorial Scholarship: Mallory Mulligan and Sydney O’Neill
Farm Bureau 4-H Scholarship: Mallory Mulligan
Danforth “I Dare You” Award: Katie Andersen
Leadership: Jaden Franke and Katie Andersen
Obrecht Award: Katie Andersen and Eric Torneten
Adult Volunteers are recognized for their years of service in 5 year intervals. Kristen Borkowski was recognized for 10 years of service at a Shelby County 4-H Leader.
(12-1-22) - It has been another successful year for Shelby County 4-Hers and their families. Our annual awards were held Sunday, November 13th at the Harlan High School
Our 2022-2023 County Council members are:
Jaden Franke, daughter of Quint and Lori Franke; Lauren Wingert, daughter of Dan and Laura Wingert; Brooklyn Buck, daughter of Erin Buck and Bryan Berndt; Kyia Rueschenberg, daughter of Joe and Amy Rueschenberg; Delaney Goshorn, daughter of Katie and Adam Goshorn; Macey Goshorn, daughter of Katie and Adam Goshorn; Lilly Bissen, daughter of Ronda Bissen; and Grant Petersen, son of Mary and Andy Petersen. Special thanks to our outgoing county council members: Mallory Mulligan, daughter of Andy and Tiffany Mulligen; Sydney O’Neill, daughter of Tim and Jenny O’Neill and Emily Bricker, daughter of John and Nikki Bricker.
Club awards were given to 85 of our Shelby County 4-Her’s. These were recommended by their leaders.
County awards are given to Intermediate and Senior members who show in their record books how they have grown in a project area by sharing their knowledge, showing leadership and giving back to others.
County Intermediate awards were given to Grant Petersen-Civic Engagement, Clothing and Fashion, and Food and Nutrition; Kaitlyn Christensen-Food and Nutrition and Sewing and Needle Arts; Kylie Christensen-Food and Nutrition; Brylie Andersen-Market Goat; Kaitlyn Plambeck-Photography; Bailee Arkfeld-Poultry; Macey Goshorn-Swine; Cheyenne Obrecht-Swine; and Landon Nihsen-Woodworking.
County Senior Project Awards were given to Shea Hopp-Rabbit; Lauren Wingert-Creative Arts; Brooklyn Buck-Beef; Addison Obrecht-Beef; Caitlyn Dills-Dog and Rabbit; Delaney Goshorn-Food and Nutrition and Swine; Kyia Rueschenberg-Food and Nutrition; and Eric Torneten-Music.
The Harlan Golden K Kiwanis Club evaluates and selects the top record books from each of our clubs to determine the top record books for the county.
Top Junior Record Book: Meredith Mulligan
Top Intermediate Record Book: Cheyenne Obrecht and Grant Petersen
Top Senior Record Book: Kyia Rueschenberg
Personal development awards are given to those senior members who complete a written application and then go through an interview to be selected for that award. Those winners are:
Achievement: Katie Andersen
Civic Engagement (Citizenship): Katie Andersen and Jaden Franke
Communications: Jaden Franke and Emily Bricker
County Council Memorial Scholarship: Mallory Mulligan and Sydney O’Neill
Farm Bureau 4-H Scholarship: Mallory Mulligan
Danforth “I Dare You” Award: Katie Andersen
Leadership: Jaden Franke and Katie Andersen
Obrecht Award: Katie Andersen and Eric Torneten
Adult Volunteers are recognized for their years of service in 5 year intervals. Kristen Borkowski was recognized for 10 years of service at a Shelby County 4-H Leader.
Shooting indicated to be in self-defense in Carroll -
(12-1-22) – (Radio Iowa) - Carroll’s Police Chief Brad Burke says his department’s initial investigation into a shooting in Carroll on Wednesday morning, indicates a man who was critically wounded was shot in self-defense. Burke says residents in an apartment building started calling 9-1-1 around 1 am Wednesday. The first call to come in was that a subject was at the Fairview Apartments, banging on doors, trying to get into apartments. The second call followed in seconds. That caller stated that someone tried to kill him, there was a gun involved and he was currently hiding in a different apartment in a different building. The man who was shot has life-threatening head wounds according to Burke. He was conscious, alert and breathing when their officers arrived and then when the ambulance took him to the hospital. The man was flown to a hospital in Iowa City for treatment. Two agents from the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation have been conducting interviews with witnesses. Burke says it appears the injured man was shot with his own gun during a struggle.
(12-1-22) – (Radio Iowa) - Carroll’s Police Chief Brad Burke says his department’s initial investigation into a shooting in Carroll on Wednesday morning, indicates a man who was critically wounded was shot in self-defense. Burke says residents in an apartment building started calling 9-1-1 around 1 am Wednesday. The first call to come in was that a subject was at the Fairview Apartments, banging on doors, trying to get into apartments. The second call followed in seconds. That caller stated that someone tried to kill him, there was a gun involved and he was currently hiding in a different apartment in a different building. The man who was shot has life-threatening head wounds according to Burke. He was conscious, alert and breathing when their officers arrived and then when the ambulance took him to the hospital. The man was flown to a hospital in Iowa City for treatment. Two agents from the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation have been conducting interviews with witnesses. Burke says it appears the injured man was shot with his own gun during a struggle.
Schleswig man wins $250,000 lottery prize -
(12-1-22) – A man from Schleswig has won a $250,000 lottery prize. According to a release from the Iowa Lottery, Charles Hunting of Schleswig won the 13th top prize in the Iowa Lottery’s $250,000 Extreme Cash scratch game. Hunting purchased the winning ticket at KCK’s Food and Fuel and claimed his prize Monday at the lottery’s Storm Lake regional office. According to the Iowa Lottery, the $250,000 Extreme Cash game is a $20 game that features 16 prizes of $250,000, 16 prizes of $10,000 and overall odds of 1 in 2.55. Three $250,000 prizes and two $10,000 prizes still remain unclaimed as part of the game.
(12-1-22) – A man from Schleswig has won a $250,000 lottery prize. According to a release from the Iowa Lottery, Charles Hunting of Schleswig won the 13th top prize in the Iowa Lottery’s $250,000 Extreme Cash scratch game. Hunting purchased the winning ticket at KCK’s Food and Fuel and claimed his prize Monday at the lottery’s Storm Lake regional office. According to the Iowa Lottery, the $250,000 Extreme Cash game is a $20 game that features 16 prizes of $250,000, 16 prizes of $10,000 and overall odds of 1 in 2.55. Three $250,000 prizes and two $10,000 prizes still remain unclaimed as part of the game.
Gas prices going down -
(12-1-22) – Gas prices across Iowa are following the national trend and continue to go down. Triple A says the average price of a gallon of unleaded gas in Iowa is $3.21, down about 14 cents compared to a week ago. That price is down 31 cents from one month ago. Davenport has the lowest average price of $2.98 a gallon. One station in Council Bluffs had prices at $2.95 a gallon. Triple-A says the price of oil has dropped on fears of an economic slowdown, and that has led to the drop in gas prices. The national average price of a gallon of gas is $3.54 which is down 12 cents from last week.
(12-1-22) – Gas prices across Iowa are following the national trend and continue to go down. Triple A says the average price of a gallon of unleaded gas in Iowa is $3.21, down about 14 cents compared to a week ago. That price is down 31 cents from one month ago. Davenport has the lowest average price of $2.98 a gallon. One station in Council Bluffs had prices at $2.95 a gallon. Triple-A says the price of oil has dropped on fears of an economic slowdown, and that has led to the drop in gas prices. The national average price of a gallon of gas is $3.54 which is down 12 cents from last week.
Harrison County accident -
(12-1-22) – At about 9:40 am, Monday, November 14th, the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single-vehicle accident that happened on Interstate 29. 19 year old Elliot James Vogue of Hartford, SD was driving a blue 2009 Honda Civic north on Interstate 29 when his vehicle lost traction due to snowfall at the 85 mile marker. The vehicle struck the median divider, causing $3,000 damage to the front of his vehicle. Vogue was uninjured. The vehicle was disabled and a tow was arranged.
(12-1-22) – At about 9:40 am, Monday, November 14th, the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single-vehicle accident that happened on Interstate 29. 19 year old Elliot James Vogue of Hartford, SD was driving a blue 2009 Honda Civic north on Interstate 29 when his vehicle lost traction due to snowfall at the 85 mile marker. The vehicle struck the median divider, causing $3,000 damage to the front of his vehicle. Vogue was uninjured. The vehicle was disabled and a tow was arranged.
1 fatality in separate Guthrie County accidents -
(12-1-22) – An accident in Guthrie County claimed the life of 74 year old Dennis Adrian Tatman of Dallas Center. According to the Guthrie County Sheriff’s Department, Tatman died during an accident that occurred at around 11 am Wednesday morning, east of Panora. A witness told a sheriff’s deputy that she was traveling eastbound on Highway 44 behind a 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty pickup that was pulling a large utility trailer. The pickup was being driven by Dennis Tatman. The woman said when saw the vehicle quickly swerve into the south ditch and come to rest. Panora EMS administered life saving measures before Tatman was transported from the scene by Life Flight to Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, where he died. The pickup sustained an estimated $15,000 damage and was declared a total loss.
And at 12:19 Tuesday afternoon, a 2001 Chevy Blazer, driven by 36 year old Gwen Ellen Nickel of Guthrie Center was traveling west on 310th Street, when the SUV went out of control at the crest of a hill. The report said the vehicle was traveling too fast for conditions. The SUV entered the eastbound ditch and overturned, ejecting Nickel, who was not wearing a seat belt. She suffered suspected serious, incapacitating injuries and was transported by Stuart EMS to Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. The Blazer sustained $2,500 damage and was a total loss.
(12-1-22) – An accident in Guthrie County claimed the life of 74 year old Dennis Adrian Tatman of Dallas Center. According to the Guthrie County Sheriff’s Department, Tatman died during an accident that occurred at around 11 am Wednesday morning, east of Panora. A witness told a sheriff’s deputy that she was traveling eastbound on Highway 44 behind a 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty pickup that was pulling a large utility trailer. The pickup was being driven by Dennis Tatman. The woman said when saw the vehicle quickly swerve into the south ditch and come to rest. Panora EMS administered life saving measures before Tatman was transported from the scene by Life Flight to Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, where he died. The pickup sustained an estimated $15,000 damage and was declared a total loss.
And at 12:19 Tuesday afternoon, a 2001 Chevy Blazer, driven by 36 year old Gwen Ellen Nickel of Guthrie Center was traveling west on 310th Street, when the SUV went out of control at the crest of a hill. The report said the vehicle was traveling too fast for conditions. The SUV entered the eastbound ditch and overturned, ejecting Nickel, who was not wearing a seat belt. She suffered suspected serious, incapacitating injuries and was transported by Stuart EMS to Mercy Hospital in Des Moines. The Blazer sustained $2,500 damage and was a total loss.
Transferring fuel from one vehicle to another causes fire -
(12-1-22) – Two pickups were destroyed by smoke and flames Monday night in Casey, during an attempt to withdraw fuel from one of the vehicles. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reports an individual was given consent by the owner of a 2011 GMC Yukon XL C1500 pickup, to take gasoline from that vehicle. During the transfer, the vehicle caught on fire. The flames spread to an adjacent 2018 Dodge RAM pickup. The incident took place in a parking lot near the Baker Street Apartments in Casey at around 10:40 pm. Both vehicles were a total loss, with the damage estimated at $30,000 altogether. No one was injured and no citations were issued. No names were released.
(12-1-22) – Two pickups were destroyed by smoke and flames Monday night in Casey, during an attempt to withdraw fuel from one of the vehicles. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reports an individual was given consent by the owner of a 2011 GMC Yukon XL C1500 pickup, to take gasoline from that vehicle. During the transfer, the vehicle caught on fire. The flames spread to an adjacent 2018 Dodge RAM pickup. The incident took place in a parking lot near the Baker Street Apartments in Casey at around 10:40 pm. Both vehicles were a total loss, with the damage estimated at $30,000 altogether. No one was injured and no citations were issued. No names were released.
Carroll County News -
(12-1-22) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - 49 year old Darren Joseph Cox of Carroll, who was charged after allegedly breaking into a home and threatening a resident with a hammer, has been scheduled for trial in January. According to Carroll Broadcasting, Cox was arrested by the Carroll Police Department on Nov. 10 after he kicked his way into a home in the 700 block of Granada Road and smashed a window and glass door with a hammer before fleeing the scene. Cox is charged with third-degree burglary, a class D felony, and filed his not guilty plea with the court on Monday. His jury trial is slated to begin Jan. 10 with a pretrial conference scheduled for Dec. 12. A class D felony generally carries a maximum penalty of up to five years in prison and $7,500 in fines, but Cox faces the potential for a harsher sentence due to prior felony convictions for drug trafficking and weapons violations.
(11-30-22) – (Carroll Broadcasting) – 47 year old Victor Henry Scalco Jr of Lytton. The man responsible for a multi-agency police search earlier this month, is scheduled for trial early next year. Scalco is charged with first-degree theft, a class C felony, unlawful possession of a firearm, eluding and assault while displaying a dangerous weapon, class D felonies, and assault while displaying a dangerous weapon, an aggravated misdemeanor. The charges stem from a November 4th incident that began in the 400 block of S Elm Street in Carroll. Authorities say Scalco had physically assaulted a female victim and threatened another individual with a stolen 9 mm handgun before stealing the victim’s 2018 Ford F150. The parties involved reported the incident to law enforcement, which led to an attempted traffic stop. Scalco then fled at a high rate of speed before ditching the truck several miles northeast of Carroll and fleeing on foot. Scalco was found nearly four hours later, hiding in a creek and wearing women’s clothing. On Monday, Scalco filed not guilty pleas to all charges levied against him. He did not waive his right to a speedy trial, and the case is scheduled to go before a jury on January 10th. As of Tuesday, Scalco remained in custody at the Carroll County jail. He faces a combined maximum penalty of up to 27 years in prison and $38,750 in fines.
(12-1-22) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - 49 year old Darren Joseph Cox of Carroll, who was charged after allegedly breaking into a home and threatening a resident with a hammer, has been scheduled for trial in January. According to Carroll Broadcasting, Cox was arrested by the Carroll Police Department on Nov. 10 after he kicked his way into a home in the 700 block of Granada Road and smashed a window and glass door with a hammer before fleeing the scene. Cox is charged with third-degree burglary, a class D felony, and filed his not guilty plea with the court on Monday. His jury trial is slated to begin Jan. 10 with a pretrial conference scheduled for Dec. 12. A class D felony generally carries a maximum penalty of up to five years in prison and $7,500 in fines, but Cox faces the potential for a harsher sentence due to prior felony convictions for drug trafficking and weapons violations.
(11-30-22) – (Carroll Broadcasting) – 47 year old Victor Henry Scalco Jr of Lytton. The man responsible for a multi-agency police search earlier this month, is scheduled for trial early next year. Scalco is charged with first-degree theft, a class C felony, unlawful possession of a firearm, eluding and assault while displaying a dangerous weapon, class D felonies, and assault while displaying a dangerous weapon, an aggravated misdemeanor. The charges stem from a November 4th incident that began in the 400 block of S Elm Street in Carroll. Authorities say Scalco had physically assaulted a female victim and threatened another individual with a stolen 9 mm handgun before stealing the victim’s 2018 Ford F150. The parties involved reported the incident to law enforcement, which led to an attempted traffic stop. Scalco then fled at a high rate of speed before ditching the truck several miles northeast of Carroll and fleeing on foot. Scalco was found nearly four hours later, hiding in a creek and wearing women’s clothing. On Monday, Scalco filed not guilty pleas to all charges levied against him. He did not waive his right to a speedy trial, and the case is scheduled to go before a jury on January 10th. As of Tuesday, Scalco remained in custody at the Carroll County jail. He faces a combined maximum penalty of up to 27 years in prison and $38,750 in fines.
Crop Report -
(11-30-22) - Farmers closed the season with 6.2 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending November 27, 2022. Warmer weather allowed tillage and fertilizer applications. There were reports of a few scattered corn fields remaining to be harvested. Topsoil moisture condition rated 23 percent very short, 33 percent short, 43 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. The 56 percent short to very short topsoil moisture rating is the highest percentage of short to very short to close out the season since 2012 when 72 percent fell into the short to very short categories. Subsoil moisture condition rated 30 percent very short, 35 percent short, 34 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus.
Livestock were doing well with reports of calves being weaned and cattle grazing on corn stalks.
(11-30-22) - Farmers closed the season with 6.2 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending November 27, 2022. Warmer weather allowed tillage and fertilizer applications. There were reports of a few scattered corn fields remaining to be harvested. Topsoil moisture condition rated 23 percent very short, 33 percent short, 43 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. The 56 percent short to very short topsoil moisture rating is the highest percentage of short to very short to close out the season since 2012 when 72 percent fell into the short to very short categories. Subsoil moisture condition rated 30 percent very short, 35 percent short, 34 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus.
Livestock were doing well with reports of calves being weaned and cattle grazing on corn stalks.
3 juveniles and adult arrested in Montgomery County -
(11-30-22) – At 12:30 Wednesday morning, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office tried conducting a traffic stop at Highway 34 and E Avenue. The vehicle fled from deputies and a pursuit began. The vehicle traveled in speeds up to 105 mph. Officers with the Red Oak Police Department put out stop sticks at Highway 34 and G Avenue., just outside of Red Oak. The vehicle hit the stop sticks and went down into the ditch. Multiple individuals began to flee on foot. 3 juveniles were placed under arrest. One is being charged with Theft 2nd degree – possession of a stolen vehicle, Felony Eluding and had a warrant out of Polk County for Theft 4th degree. The second juvenile was charged with interference with official acts, providing false identification to law enforcement, and had a warrant out of Polk County for assault causing bodily injury and eluding. The third juvenile was charged with interference with official acts and was a missing juvenile. Gray Donmor of Des Moines had a Dallas County warrant for conspiracy to commit a forcible felony and was placed under arrest. The three juveniles were sent to a Juvenile Detention Center in Council Bluffs. Gray Donmor is being held in the Montgomery County Jail where he was awaiting extradition to Dallas County. The Mills County Sheriff’s Office assisted as well.
(11-30-22) – At 12:30 Wednesday morning, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office tried conducting a traffic stop at Highway 34 and E Avenue. The vehicle fled from deputies and a pursuit began. The vehicle traveled in speeds up to 105 mph. Officers with the Red Oak Police Department put out stop sticks at Highway 34 and G Avenue., just outside of Red Oak. The vehicle hit the stop sticks and went down into the ditch. Multiple individuals began to flee on foot. 3 juveniles were placed under arrest. One is being charged with Theft 2nd degree – possession of a stolen vehicle, Felony Eluding and had a warrant out of Polk County for Theft 4th degree. The second juvenile was charged with interference with official acts, providing false identification to law enforcement, and had a warrant out of Polk County for assault causing bodily injury and eluding. The third juvenile was charged with interference with official acts and was a missing juvenile. Gray Donmor of Des Moines had a Dallas County warrant for conspiracy to commit a forcible felony and was placed under arrest. The three juveniles were sent to a Juvenile Detention Center in Council Bluffs. Gray Donmor is being held in the Montgomery County Jail where he was awaiting extradition to Dallas County. The Mills County Sheriff’s Office assisted as well.
Crawford County Sheriff’s accidents -
(11-30-22) – On Friday, November 18th, at 1:15 in the morning, Deputy Stater with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department investigated an accident report of a vehicle in the ditch at 320th Street and K Avenue, Vail. The caller spoke very little English. No accident report was done. The vehicle was abandoned upon Stater’s arrival.
At 2:25 pm, Sunday, November 20th, Deputy Bremser with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single-vehicle accident that occurred at 170th Street, one-half mile north of E-16, Schleswig. The Crawford County Ambulance, Schleswig Fire Department and Waderich Towing were called to the scene.
And on Tuesday, November 22nd at 10:30 pm, a vehicle vs deer accident that happened at Highway 141 and L Avenue in Denison was reported by Deputy Miller with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office . The department’s vehicle hit a deer with damage to the right front fender, door and headlight. The amount of damage was unknown.
(11-30-22) – On Friday, November 18th, at 1:15 in the morning, Deputy Stater with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Department investigated an accident report of a vehicle in the ditch at 320th Street and K Avenue, Vail. The caller spoke very little English. No accident report was done. The vehicle was abandoned upon Stater’s arrival.
At 2:25 pm, Sunday, November 20th, Deputy Bremser with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single-vehicle accident that occurred at 170th Street, one-half mile north of E-16, Schleswig. The Crawford County Ambulance, Schleswig Fire Department and Waderich Towing were called to the scene.
And on Tuesday, November 22nd at 10:30 pm, a vehicle vs deer accident that happened at Highway 141 and L Avenue in Denison was reported by Deputy Miller with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office . The department’s vehicle hit a deer with damage to the right front fender, door and headlight. The amount of damage was unknown.
Local Sheriff’s Offices Issue SCAM Alert -
(11-30-22) – Sheriff’s offices around the area are warning area citizens scammers are calling and claiming to be law enforcement. They may state that you have a warrant. They may also claim to be with a federal law enforcement agency. They may also have some personal information about you. Remember, no law enforcement agency will call you and require money to get out of charges over the phone. Do not give bank accounts or your credit card info, do not transfer money from your account to an account they provide, do not go purchase gift cards, etc. If you are in question of being scammed, call the agency directly by looking up the number yourself; otherwise, contact your local bank and speak to a banker. They will also be able to advise you if it is a scam.
(11-30-22) – Sheriff’s offices around the area are warning area citizens scammers are calling and claiming to be law enforcement. They may state that you have a warrant. They may also claim to be with a federal law enforcement agency. They may also have some personal information about you. Remember, no law enforcement agency will call you and require money to get out of charges over the phone. Do not give bank accounts or your credit card info, do not transfer money from your account to an account they provide, do not go purchase gift cards, etc. If you are in question of being scammed, call the agency directly by looking up the number yourself; otherwise, contact your local bank and speak to a banker. They will also be able to advise you if it is a scam.
Vehicle pursuit update in Griswold -
(11-30-22) - The Cass County Sheriff’s reports that at around 7:04-p.m. Monday, Deputies were called to a residential address in Griswold, for a physical Domestic Dispute. While Deputies were arriving they were updated with additional information which indicated that a female, later to be identified as Sherri Young, had been drinking and was leaving their residence in a white Chevrolet Tahoe. Deputies soon after located Young leaving the scene, while operating this Chevrolet Tahoe in an erratic fashion. The SUV nearly struck a Deputy’s vehicle. Young briefly lost control of her vehicle and struck a separate parked vehicle. She continued driving and entered an open field. Deputies pursued Young through this field with speeds exceeding 50 MPH. Young’s vehicle eventually struck an embankment, disabling the vehicle. No physical injuries were observed after this incident, but Young was transported to a medical facility by EMS. The case remains under investigation with potential criminal charges pending. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Griswold Fire and Rescue, Cass County EMS and Iowa State Patrol.
(11-30-22) - The Cass County Sheriff’s reports that at around 7:04-p.m. Monday, Deputies were called to a residential address in Griswold, for a physical Domestic Dispute. While Deputies were arriving they were updated with additional information which indicated that a female, later to be identified as Sherri Young, had been drinking and was leaving their residence in a white Chevrolet Tahoe. Deputies soon after located Young leaving the scene, while operating this Chevrolet Tahoe in an erratic fashion. The SUV nearly struck a Deputy’s vehicle. Young briefly lost control of her vehicle and struck a separate parked vehicle. She continued driving and entered an open field. Deputies pursued Young through this field with speeds exceeding 50 MPH. Young’s vehicle eventually struck an embankment, disabling the vehicle. No physical injuries were observed after this incident, but Young was transported to a medical facility by EMS. The case remains under investigation with potential criminal charges pending. The Cass County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by Griswold Fire and Rescue, Cass County EMS and Iowa State Patrol.
Upcoming events -
Need a ride? Southwest Iowa Transit Authority - SWITA - is now available online - swita.com. Through the website you can schedule a ride, setup your student's transportation for the upcoming school year, schedule medical transportation, schedule work routes for you employees, schedule a special trip, check rates and make payments on your account.
Upcoming Bloodmobiles -
Monday, Dec 5th - Noon to 6 pm - St. Joseph's Hall in Earling Call Shelly Schaben for appt at 747-9290
Tuesday, Dec 6th - 11:30-5:30 pm - United Methodist Church in Denison
Wednesday, Dec 7th - 8 am to 2 pm - AHSTW High School in Avoca
12:30 to 6 pm - St. Patrick's Parish Center in Dunlap
12 noon to 6 pm - St. Mary's Parish Hall in Panama Call Dee Leinen for appointment at 489-2891
Thursday, Dec 8th - 11:30 to 5:30 pm - Treynor Community Center in Treynor
1 to 6 pm - Neola Community Center in Neola
Wednesday, Dec 14th - Noon to 6 pm - Central Church in Carroll
Friday, Dec 16th - Noon to 6 pm - Sacred Heart Church in Manning
Thursday, Dec 22nd - 8:30 to 5:30 pm - Cass County Memorial Hospital in Atlantic
Noon to 6 pm - Rand Community Center in Missouri Valley
Friday, December 23rd - 12:30 to 5:30 - Eagle's Landing in Avoca
Monday, Dec 5th - Noon to 6 pm - St. Joseph's Hall in Earling Call Shelly Schaben for appt at 747-9290
Tuesday, Dec 6th - 11:30-5:30 pm - United Methodist Church in Denison
Wednesday, Dec 7th - 8 am to 2 pm - AHSTW High School in Avoca
12:30 to 6 pm - St. Patrick's Parish Center in Dunlap
12 noon to 6 pm - St. Mary's Parish Hall in Panama Call Dee Leinen for appointment at 489-2891
Thursday, Dec 8th - 11:30 to 5:30 pm - Treynor Community Center in Treynor
1 to 6 pm - Neola Community Center in Neola
Wednesday, Dec 14th - Noon to 6 pm - Central Church in Carroll
Friday, Dec 16th - Noon to 6 pm - Sacred Heart Church in Manning
Thursday, Dec 22nd - 8:30 to 5:30 pm - Cass County Memorial Hospital in Atlantic
Noon to 6 pm - Rand Community Center in Missouri Valley
Friday, December 23rd - 12:30 to 5:30 - Eagle's Landing in Avoca
A Mobile Drive-Thru food pantry will be held Monday, December 5th, from 4:30 until gone at Veteran's Memorial Building in Harlan. Please enter from 12th St. You will be directed where to line up. There will be a limit of 2 boxes per vehicle with 300 households served. There will be one box of non-perishable foods, 1 box of produce, 1 loaf of bread plus frozen meat that has been purchased by the Lions Club. No paperwork is required. It is available to all and is sponsored by the Harlan Lion's Club.
Santa in the Cabins is set for 5 to 7 pm, Thursday, December 8th at the Shelby County Historical Museum in Harlan. Join Santa and his helpers for free Christmas Carnival games, pictures with Santa, snacks and crafts! Don't forget to bring your family because Santa only visits once a year.
Smartphone Photography Workshop with Tyler Erickson -
A Smartphone Photography Workshop with Tyler Erickson is set for Saturday, December 10th at 1pm at the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn. Learn how to take better photos with your smartphone for the holidays with Tyler Erickson, a multidisciplinary photographer based in Des Moines. This 90 minute workshop will provide the fundamental techniques to help improve your skills on any camera; focusing primarily on the one we all have in our pocket. This smartphone photography course will demystify camera settings, how to adjust for ideal lighting and give tips for composing subjects. The instructor will also lead the attendees through the museum’s current exhibition of “Great Danes” by photographer Joyce Tenneson. Erickson has experience in portrait photography, photojournalism and has been featured in multiple gallery exhibitions throughout the country. Feel free to check out Erickson’s website at https://veryverycarefully.com/
Registration is required. $20 for museum members. $25 for non-members. Contact the museum at 712-764-7001 to register.
A Smartphone Photography Workshop with Tyler Erickson is set for Saturday, December 10th at 1pm at the Museum of Danish America in Elk Horn. Learn how to take better photos with your smartphone for the holidays with Tyler Erickson, a multidisciplinary photographer based in Des Moines. This 90 minute workshop will provide the fundamental techniques to help improve your skills on any camera; focusing primarily on the one we all have in our pocket. This smartphone photography course will demystify camera settings, how to adjust for ideal lighting and give tips for composing subjects. The instructor will also lead the attendees through the museum’s current exhibition of “Great Danes” by photographer Joyce Tenneson. Erickson has experience in portrait photography, photojournalism and has been featured in multiple gallery exhibitions throughout the country. Feel free to check out Erickson’s website at https://veryverycarefully.com/
Registration is required. $20 for museum members. $25 for non-members. Contact the museum at 712-764-7001 to register.
The Audubon Christmas Craft and Art Show will be held Saturday, December 10th, from 9 am to 5 pm at the Audubon Memorial Building. There will be 8 fine artists in a variety of media including wood, leather, glass, paint, creative jewelry, sewing, creative cards and pottery. For more information, contact LaDonna at 712-304-2048 or Richard at 207-460-0932.
LifeServe Blood Center will have a blood drive, Monday, December 12th, from 12:15 to 5 pm at the Crawford County Memorial Hospital - Meeting Room B and C. Schedule an appointment online at lifeservebloodcenter.org or call 800-287-4903.
There will be an Ambassador Visit Friday, December 16th, at 10 am at Harlan Veterinary Associates and Referral Center on Chatburn in Harlan. Dr. Matt Sternberg's last day at the clinic is December 30th. Dr. Kristen Westergaard has purchased the clinic and will be taking over the day to day services of the clinic. Make sure to stop by to wish Dr. Sternberg the best and welcome Dr. Westergaard to Harlan.
The Christmas Market 2022 is set for Thursday, December 22nd, from 3 to 7 pm at the Nishna Valley Family YMCA in Atlantic. The Christmas Market will offer a number of activities for kids, plus grab a slice from Zipp's Pizzaria food truck. This holiday farmers market is held just days before Christmas. You'll find lots of local product and meats, farm-fresh eggs, delicious baked goods, seasonal candles, bath and body products, jewelry, art, decorations and gifts. You can also pre-order between December 10th and 20th from Miss NiNi's Fine Desserts.
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