Thursday, September 29th, 2022
Road Construction Set To Get Underway In Audubon County this week -
(9-26-22) - Audubon County Residents are advised to use alternate travel routes for a road construction project slated to start this week. Construction will begin on Thursday, September 29, and is expected to wrap up on Monday, October 31. Work will be done on Lark Avenue between 170th street, and the intersection of Lark Ave. and Mockingbird Ave. will be close to traffic. The road will remain closed until realignment with the new bridge is completed. Residential access along this stretch will come from the east. Individuals wanting more information are asked to contact the Audubon County Road department at 563-4286.
Pottawattamie County Road M-47 to close Monday for repairs -
(9-29-22) – An Iowa Interstate Railroad project to rebuild the at-grade crossing on Pottawattamie County Road M-47 south of Walnut will require closing the roadway to motorists from 6 am, Monday, October 3rd until Wednesday morning, October 5th, weather permitting. Motorists will follow a marked detour route using Pottawattamie County Road G-30/Mahogany Road, US 59 and Iowa 83 through Avoca.
Riverside Hall of Fame Class of 2022 to be inducted September 29th -
(9-21-22) – The Riverside Hall of Fame Class of 2022 has been announced. The Induction Ceremony will be held at 2:30 pm, Thursday, September 29th at the Middle/High School Gym in Oakland. Members of the Hall of Fame Class of 2022 include:
Kenneth Finnegan – the Oakland Elementary Principal from 1974-1994
Gary Funkhouse – Oakland Band Director from1967-1978, Superintendent from 1978 to 1980 in Flemme and Superintendent at Carson-Macedonia, Oakland and Whiting from 1980-1993. David Fahrenkrug, a distinguished graduate of Carson-Macedonia in 1978. Steven Pierce – a distinguished graduate of Oakland 1965, former Oakland School Board member and Oakland/Riverside Sports Announcers “Voice of the Bulldogs.”
The 1992 Oakland Yellowjacket Football Team – District 15 Champs with a record of 9 and 1. Coach Marv Thompson and Assistant Coach Tom Grobe. And 1986 Oakland Yellowjacket Boys Basketball Team – 3rd in State, WIC Tournament champions, WIC Conference Runner up and regular season record of 19 and 1 and total record 25 and 2 and coaches Larry Miller and Daryl Nelson.
HERE’S A FRIENDLY REMINDER FROM CAROLYN BLUM, SHELBY COUNTY TREASURER – THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES ARE DUE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH. TO AVOID PENALTY ON THE FIRST INSTALLMENT, PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE TREASURER’S OFFICE OR POSTMARKED BY FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30, 2022. PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT IOWA TREASURERS DOT ORG OR BY CALLING THE TREASURER’S OFFICE AT 755-5847 EXTENSION 2. PAYMENTS MAY ALSO BE POSTED ONLINE BY E-CHECK FOR LESS THAN THE COST OF A POSTAGE STAMP. JUST 25 CENTS PER TRANSACTION! CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ARE ALSO ACCEPTED ONLINE. ALL CITIZENS OF SHELBY COUNTY ARE INVITED TO VISIT THE WEBSITE WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO DO BUSINESS WITH YOUR COUNTY TREASURER 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK.
Dry conditions at harvest are a concern – Crawford County under burn ban starting Friday -
(9-26-22) – Last Tuesday, the Crawford County Board of Supervisors approved an open burn ban to start Friday, September 30, at noon. The ban will last until November 1. Board Chairman Kyle Schultz said he is concerned with the dry conditions at a time when crops are maturing. Greg Miller, Crawford County Emergency Management Agency coordinator, said the ban will be for county areas outside of city limits; cities have their own ordinances. Schultz said quick action could be taken to rescind the ban if the county gets a lot of rain. He said he wanted the board to be proactive rather than have the county’s fire chiefs show up to ask for a ban. He said the open burn ban was a matter of life safety for first responders and for people who might be injured by a fire they start. Miller said individuals who want to have a fire during the open burn ban may contact their local fire chief to see if a crew could come out to babysit a fire.
Harlan Income Survey -
(9-19-22) – There will be a local online, telephone and/or door-to-door survey of households in Harlan. The survey is necessary for the city to apply to the State for a Community Development Block Grant for sewer improvements needed by the city’s system. The survey will determine whether more than 51% of Harlan’s population is considered low to moderate income, which is required for the grant. Surveys can be picked up at Harlan City Hall, the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and Industry or online. Please complete the survey by Friday, September 30th. If you have any questions, please contact Dani Briggs at SWIPCO at 243-4196.
Originally scheduled for September 10th, but postponed due to rain, the Walk to End Alzheimers will be held this Saturday, October 1st at Pioneer Park in Harlan. Registration is at 9 am with the walk beginning at 10 am. Come and raise funds and awareness to help end this disease. Visit alz.org/walk for more information.
The Healthiest State Annual Walk will be held on Wednesday, October 5. Since 2011, the Healthiest State Initiative has engaged hundreds of thousands of Iowans in schools, worksites and communities across the state to walk for 30 minutes. This year’s goal is to have at least one organized walk in all 99 counties with a total of at least 1000 walks to celebrate the event’s 12th year. The Shelby County Wellness Alliance is supporting the Healthiest State Annual Walk by coordinating a community walk on Wednesday, October 5, as we participate in the Healthiest State Initiative. You can find more information about the walk on the Shelby County Wellness Alliance Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ShelbyCountyWellnessAlliance/.
SHELBY COUNTY JOINS HEALTHIEST STATE WALK
When: Wednesday, Oct 5
Where: Pioneer Park—Top Shelter on Pine Street
Time: 12:00 PM for 30 minutes
Details: Join a few minutes early for a group photo. The walk will be approximately 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to walk at their own pace. Water and snacks will be served. The event’s slogan “Walk More. Connect More.” encourages participants to walk with a neighbor, friend, co-worker or family members. Another way to connect with other Iowans is through social media, using the hashtags #WalkMoreConnectMore and #HSIWalk2022.
Mills County asking for assistance in identifying body -
(9-29-22) - Iowa law enforcement is seeking assistance identifying a body found in the Missouri River in April.According to the Mills County Sheriff's Office, a man was found in the Missouri River on April 23, north of the Highway 370 bridge connecting Nebraska and Iowa. He was recovered wearing dark pants and boxers, and authorities said they were able to identify some of the tattoos on his body with help from the Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner. According to the Mills County Sheriff's Office, those tattoos include:
Monogram Loves Kids Grant Recipients to visit Monogram today -
(9-29-22) – Monogram Prepared Meats “Monogram Loves Kids Foundation” grant recipients will visit Monogram Prepared Meats in Harlan today. They will meet at 3 pm in the Upstairs Conference Room and KNOD Radio will be there live with the recipients. Grant visitors will include Faith Family Church, Iowa Agricultural Literacy Foundation, Kids in the Village, Harlan Community Library and the Animal Rescue League. All together, $60,000 was awarded to the grant recipients.
One Person Killed Wednesday Morning Near Deloit -
(9-29-22) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - One woman died Wednesday morning after a vehicle crashed into a pond north of Deloit. According to Carroll Broadcasting, Carroll County deputies were dispatched at approximately 7:36 a.m. Wednesday to Riggleman’s Pond in the 1400 block of Boyer Boulevard in response to a report a soaking wet woman had walked through the yard of a nearby residence. When authorities arrived at the scene, they determined a vehicle had driven into the pond. Denison Fire and Dive Team and Deloit Fire pulled the vehicle from the water and attempted to save the woman still trapped inside. The victim, identified as 26-year-old Randi Lynn Heiman, was pronounced dead at the scene. Crawford County Emergency Medical Services, Denison Fire and Dive Team, the Deloit, Dow City, and Manilla Fire Departments, and the Carroll Dive Team assisted the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office at the scene. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
And A York, Neb. man accused of stealing cameras from a local church faces felony charges in Carroll County District Court. Sixty-five-year-old Ronald Alan Long was booked into the Carroll County jail last week for third-degree burglary, a class D felony, following a Carroll County Sheriff’s Office investigation into an Aug. 29 incident at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Roselle. Authorities allege video evidence from the church shows Long inside the church around the same time three cameras had been stolen. Long was spotted in Templeton on Sept. 23, and deputies made contact. According to law enforcement, Long admitted to tampering with the church’s cameras and indicated he does not believe cameras should be present in churches. As of this morning, Long remains in custody on a $10,000 bond. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 6 at the Carroll County courthouse.
(9-29-22) – Cass County Sheriff’s Office Report -
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office reports several arrests took place between now and September 13th.
On September 27th, 34 year old Joanna Seagler of Massena was arrested on a warrant for Harassment 3rd Degree. She was transported to the Cass County Jail where she was booked and held.
September 24th, 39 year old Ronan Fredrick of Atlantic was arrested for Public Intoxication. Fredrick was transported to the Cass County Jail where he was booked and held pending his later release on his own recognizance.
On September 22nd, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Jennifer Dellaca of Atlantic on two warrants for Failure to appear. Dellaca was transported to the Cass County Jail where she was booked and held pending her later release.
September 21st, 21 year old Sierra Parker of Atlantic was arrested for OWI – 1st offense. Parker was transported to the Cass County Jail where she was booked and held pending her later release on her own recognizance.
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Derrick Behlers of Atlantic on September 19th on two warrants for Failure to Appear and Theft 5th Degree. Behlers was transported to the Cass County Jail where he was booked and held pending his later release to another detention facility. Also on the 19th, 35 year old Reciever Berdon of Atlantic was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear. Berdon had turned himself in to the Cass County Jail and was booked and held pending his later release on bond.
And on September 13th, 33 year old Matthew Lloyd Stevens of Lewis was arrested on two warrants – Violation of a No Contact Order and Arson 1st Degree. Stevens was transported to the Cass County Jail and booked and held.
Crawford County News -
(9-29-22) - On Friday, September 23, at 1:06 p.m Officer Ten Eyck with the Denison Police Department investigated a two-vehicle accident that happened on Avenue C. 56 year old Jackie Lynn Haase, of Denison, was driving a blue 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan west on Avenue C when the vehicle in front of her stopped and waited to make a left turn. 18 year old Kyle John Segebart, of Denison, was traveling west on Avenue C behind the Haase vehicle. He was unable to stop his gray 2005 Chevrolet Silverado pickup in time and ran into the back of Haase’s vehicle. No one was injured. Haase’s vehicle received $5,000 damage to the rear middle. Segebart’s pickup received $5,000 damage to the front middle. Segebart was cited for following too closely.
And on Sunday, September 25, at 6:26 p.m. Officer Groth with the Denison Police Department investigated a two-vehicle accident that happened on North 16th Street. 41 year old Jamie Lynn Frazier, of Vail was driving a silver 2006 Ford Expedition and was pulling into a parking spot in the Denison High School parking lot when her vehicle struck the passenger side of a legally parked silver 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup. A witness saw Frazier then leave the scene and return later to another parking spot at the school. The Silverado pickup received $5,000 damage to the middle passenger side.
Montgomery County News -
(9-29-22) – Police in Red Oak arrested 2 people at about 1:30 Tuesday afternoon in Red Oak. 22 year old Skyler Grace Nagunst and 23 year old Andrew Michael Nagunst, both of Red Oak were arrested for Violation of a No Contact Order. Their bonds were set at $300 each.
At 4:30 Tuesday afternoon, 49 year old Michelle Marie Burns of Henderson was arrested on an Assault charge. She was taken into custody at the Dollar General Store in Red Oak Burns was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $300 bond.
And on Tuesday at around 9:37 in the morning, officers arrested 52 year old Chadwick Zucco of Red Oak for Possession of slightly more than 25.2 grams of marijuana – 3rd offense, a class D Felony. Zucco was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $5,000 bond.
Animal Neglect charges put Thurman man in jail -
(9-29-22) – 24 year old Morgan Moe of Thurman was arrested on September 17th, following an investigation into a report of neglected animals. Deputies were called to a home in rural Thurman for a report of neglected animals. They discovered 8 puppies and one deceased puppy that were kept in neglectful conditions. The puppies were taken to a local vet clinic for treatment. The nest day two more of the puppies had died and a third had to be euthanized due to illness. Moe was arrested for 4 counts of Animal Neglect Resulting in Death and 5 counts of Animal Neglect, no serious injury. Moe was booked in to the Fremont County Jail and later released on his own recognizance after an initial appearance before the Magistrate.
State Budget surplus tops $1.9 billion -
(9-29-22) - (Radio Iowa) - The State of Iowa has a more than one point nine billion dollar budget surplus. Governor Reynolds has announced the state has 830 million dollars in reserve funds and holds more than a billion dollars in its Taxpayer Relief Fund. Larger than expected corporate tax payments are triggering a corporate tax cut as well. Reynolds said it shows tax cut critics were wrong and growth oriented policies and fiscal restraints are paying off. House Democratic Whip Lindsay James of Dubuque says instead of lowering costs for Iowans and investing in public schools, Reynolds is celebrating another huge handout to corporations. The last state fiscal year ended June 30th, however this is the week the books are officially closed. That’s so late-arriving payments or expenses are accounted for in the previous state budget.
No injuries in Highway 71 accident -
(9-29-22) – At 2:30 pm Wednesday, September 21st, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a 2 vehicle accident on Highway 71, south of Boston Road. After investigation, it was determined that a 2010 Acura RDX with a trailer, being operated by Stephan White of Maryland was traveling south on Highway 71 and attempted to make a u-turn on the roadway. A 2022 Chevy Traverse operated by Cody Irlmeier of Exira was behind the Acura as it began its U-turn and tried to steer left to avoid collision. The Traverse did end up striking the front driver portion of the Acura with its front passenger side. No injuries were reported at the time of the accident. The Traverse and Acura sustained approximately $3,500 damage each.
Juvenile responsible for Sidney High School Fire arrested -
(9-29-22) – A fire in a bathroom at Sidney High School on September 21st, resulted in a juvenile being arrested. The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office reports they responded to the school at about 1 pm on September 21st, where they located a fire inside a restroom. The building was evacuated and all students were accounted for. The fire was contained by staff and Sidney Fire and Rescue worked to clear smoke from the building and classes were able to resume. It was determined the fire was intentionally set. On September 25th, deputies arrested a juvenile in connection with the fire. The juvenile was charged with 1st Degree Arson, a Class B felony. Damage to the school was estimated at $8,.500.
More information on fatality near Griswold on September 17th -
(9-29-22) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has released more details on an accident on September 17th that claimed the life of a Lewis man. At about 4 am in the morning, Emergency Responders were called to the area east of 590th and Yankton Road near Griswold for a single vehicle accident. Deputies determined that a 2014 Chevy Impala was traveling east on Yankton Road, east of 590th and for unknown reasons lost control and entered the south ditch. The Impala continued in the grass ditch and eventually came to a rest in the embankment of a small creek. The operator of the vehicle, Levi Glover of Lewis was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in the vehicle was transported to an area hospital for injuries sustained during the accident. The vehicle was considered a total loss.
Carson and Minden, latest towns to pitch county board for infrastructure dollars –
(9-29-22)- (Daily Nonpareil) - Representatives from Carson and Minden are the latest small town officials to present their communities’ infrastructure wish lists to the Pottawattamie County board of supervisors for consideration of receiving American Rescue Plan funds. Over the last few weeks, the county board has been meeting with city officials from throughout the county to assess their towns’ needs for financial assistance with infrastructure projects. The board set aside $1.5 million in ARPA funds to distribute to the county’s cities outside of Council Bluffs. At the Sept. 27 board meeting, the Carson administrative clerk and assistant EMS chief laid out a number of projects that would benefit from funding assistance, including a new ambulance for their first responders. The current ambulance is 12 years old, and it has seen a lot of wear and tear due to the pandemic.In addition to Carson, the ambulance also serves nearby communities in Oakland, Macedonia and Henderson. Out of 194 total emergency calls for an ambulance in 2021, 99 were for Carson and 83 were from Oakland, with the remaining 12 calls split between Henderson and Macedonia. This year, as of Sept. 8, Carson has had 65 calls for the ambulance, with 47 from Oakland, and 17 from the surrounding area. The Carson fire department accepted a bid for a new ambulance of $281,581. The city authorized the use of $120,000 of its own ARPA funds, leaving a balance of $161,581. Other projects on the Carson wish list include the demolition of two derelict buildings, which will help with the city’s downtown revitalization efforts, as will the installation of new water and sewer mains, sidewalks and storm drainage along Broadway Boulevard; water and sewer service for a new 13-acre business park, and additional infrastructure for a group of residential lots that are currently for sale. The City of Carson would also like to purchase a new fire engine by 2024, for which it has applied for a series of grants.
Minden Mayor Kevin Zimmerman and councilman Glenn Hurst touted a few infrastructure projects that have been completed recently, including replacing the city’s water tower and redoing the downtown area. Current projects that could use some ARPA assistance include replacing a three-block stretch of water main, five blocks of water and sewer replacement and general infrastructure wear and tear, like road and sewer repairs. The City of Minden is also purchasing a little more than 45 acres of land north of town in preparation for potential growth. The city has created a foundation to help facilitate construction on the land, and needs $125,000 to $150,000 for a starter fund, which they hope will be matched by a grant from the Iowa West Foundation.The board will continue to hear proposals from the remaining small town representatives over the next couple of weeks, and then deliberate on which projects they have decided will receive a portion of the ARPA funds.Board Chairman Tim Wichman has said that each community will receive ARPA funds for at least one of their infrastructure projects.
Shelby County man sentenced for child pornography offense -
(9-27-22) - 53 year old Kevin Charles Kersten, of Harlan, was sentenced on September 7, 2022, to seven years in prison following his plea to a charge of Receipt of Child Pornography. Kersten must also serve a 10-year term of supervised release after the prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. In February 2021, the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force received several cybertips that an IP address uploaded child pornography files. A search warrant was executed at Kersten’s residence, which was linked to the IP address. Electronic devices found at Kersten’s residence were seized and forensically analyzed. While conducting this investigation, officers obtained another cybertip that the IP address linked to Kersten had again uploaded child pornography. A second search warrant was executed at his residence and additional electronic evidence was seized. The forensic examination located images and videos of child pornography on Kersten’s electronic devices. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Harlan Police Department, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Child Exploitation Task Force investigated the case.
Harlan man sentenced for firearm offense -
(9-27-22) - 29 year old Stormy Shaye Cole Trucke, of Harlan, was sentenced on September 7, 2022, to 42 months in prison following his plea to a charge of Prohibited Person in Possession of a Firearm. In June 2021, officers responded to a domestic disturbance call at Trucke’s residence and observed drug paraphernalia. Officers obtained a search warrant and located a loaded firearm, assorted ammunition, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Trucke is prohibited from possessing firearms due to a prior felony conviction and as a drug user. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Harlan Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff’s Department, Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated the case.
Council Bluffs man sentenced for child pornography and enticement offenses -
(9-27-22) - 40 year old Jason Lauran Kinman, of Council Bluffs, was sentenced on September 20, 2022, to 25 years in prison following his plea to charges of Distribution and Production of Child Pornography and Coercion and Enticement of a Minor. Kinman must also serve a 10-year term of supervised release after the prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. In July 2021, a concerned family member made a police report after finding Kinman in a car with a 13-year-old girl in the backseat with him. Officers obtained Kinman’s social media history and found that Kinman was communicating with several minor females in an inappropriate sexual manner, including requesting naked photos or videos from them, and sending sexual photos and videos of himself and other minor females. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at Kinman’s residence in Council Bluffs and seized electronic evidence. A forensic examination identified numerous images of child pornography. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Buena Vista County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Internet Crimes Against Children, and Council Bluffs Police Department investigated the case.
Council Bluffs man sentenced to 11 years in prison on drug charge -
(9-27-22) - 39 year old Dustin Michael Adkins of Council Bluffs, was sentenced on September 20, 2022 to 132 months in prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine. He must also serve a five-year term of supervised release after the prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. On September 17, 2021, law enforcement stopped Adkins for a traffic violation in Council Bluffs. Adkins initially eluded officers and a bag containing methamphetamine was thrown from the vehicle. Adkins was arrested and the methamphetamine was recovered. Adkins possessed a total of 90.43 grams of methamphetamine. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Council Bluffs Police Department, Pottawattamie County Sheriff Department, and Southwest Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force investigated the case. This case was prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Offices for the Southern District of Iowa.
Shelby County Auditor reports General Election Info -
(9-15-22) - Shelby County Auditor, Mark Maxwell, reminds every eligible elector in Shelby County to get any voting information needed as soon as possible from the Auditors office. Absentee ballot requests are now being accepted for the November 8th General election. If you plan on voting absentee, get the process completed before any deadline has passed. Call 755-3831 ext.6 with any questions. Election deadlines are fixed by Iowa Code to ease any confusion caused by documents not returned in time to be valid. Some of the important dates to remember are:
Wednesday October 19, 2022—Absentee Ballots Ready. First day absentee ballots may be voted in the Auditor’s office and placed in the US postal service process, to the electors whose valid request have been received.
Shelby County Candidate Filings -
(9-2-22) - The Shelby County Auditor’s Office has released a list of candidates for the November Election. They include:
County Supervisor – vote for 1
Republican – Bryce Schaben
Democrat – None
County Treasurer -
Republican – Carolyn Blum, Harlan
Democrat – None
County Recorder -
Republican – Geralyn S. Greer, Harlan
Democrat – none
County Attorney -
Republican – None
Democrat – Marcus Gross Jr – Harlan
Hospital Trustee – vote for 5
Kathleen Kohorst, Harlan
Terry R. Torneton, Harlan
James Zimmerman, Harlan
Tom Cannon, Elk Horn
Janis Norgaard, Shelby
Shelby County Extension – vote for 5
Elaine Baughman, Kirkman
Kristina Larsen, Harlan
Brenda Arkfeld, Portsmouth
Mike Kolbe, Harlan
Katelin Weis, Earling
Soil and Water Conservation – vote for 2
Cathy Johannsen, Harlan
Allan Reinig, Portsmouth
Township Clerk and Trustees – vote for 1
Cass Township
Clerk – Kenneth Stein, Portsmouth
Trustee – James Voge, Sr, Portsmouth
Center Township
Clerk – Keith Burchett, Harlan
Trustee – Steve Ineson, Harlan
Clay Township
Clerk – Steve Jacobs, Marne
Trustee – Gene Mardesen, Elk Horn
Douglas Township
Clerk - Suzanne Rasmussen, Kirkman
Trustee – H. Jay Nielsen, Defiance
Fairview Township
None
Greely Township
Clerk – None
Trustee – Norman Campbell, Irwin
Grove Township -
Clerk – Brad Gross, Earling
Trustee – Joseph Jonathan Klein, Dunlap
Joseph Jonathan Klein - to fill a vacancy
Jackson Township
Clerk – Dan Buman, Harlan
Trustee - Mark Rold, Elk Horn
Trustee – Troy Doonan, Harlan - to fill a vacancy
Jefferson Township
Clerk - Cathy Clark, Manilla
Trustee – Lyle Campbell, Irwin
Lincoln Township
Clerk – H. David Boettger, Harlan
Trustee – Duane Errett, Harlan
Monroe Township
Clerk – Bryan Greve, Walnut
Trustee – John Clayton, Walnut
Polk Township
Clerk – Matt Bartelson, Irwin
Trustee – Karl Hanson, Kirkman
Shelby Township
Clerk – Chris Evans, Shelby
Trustee – None
Union Township
Clerk – Jim Scheuring, Defiance
Trustee – Neal Gaul, Earling
Trustee – Brandon Scheuring, Defiance
Washington Township
Clerk – Connie Klein, Panama
Trustee – None
Westphalia Township
Clerk – None
Trustee – Anthony Goetz, Harlan
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.
JOIN THEM FOR THE FUN AND FESTIVITIES AT OKTOBERFEST 2022 AT MANNING HAUSBARN HERITAGE PARK ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST.! ENJOY A DELICIOUS GERMAN MEAL CATERED BY HY-VEE AND MUSIC BY BAREFOOT BECKY AND THE IVANHOE DUTCHMEN. DOORS OPEN AT 5 PM, THE KEG WILL BE TAPPED AT 5:30. DINNER RESERVATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED THROU FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD, BY CALLING 712/655-3131. DINNER PLUS ENTERTAINMENT IS $25. ENTERTAINMENT ADMISSION AT THE DOOR IS $15. OKTOBERFEST 2022, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST AT THE MANNING HAUSBARN HERITAGE PARK.
The Harlan Lion's Club will host a Mobile Drive-Thru Food Pantry Monday, October 3rd from 4:30 until all the food is gone. The event will be held at Veteran's Memorial Building at 1104 Morningview Drive in Harlan. Please enter from 12th street, you will be directed where to line up. There is a limit of 2 boxes per vehicle, to serve a total of 300 households. There will be 1 box of non-perishable food, 1 box of produce, 1 loaf of bread plus frozen meat purchased by the Lions Club. If you have questions, call Sharon at 579-0286. The food pantry is open to everyone.
The north parking lot of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce building will be closed due to work on electrical wires above the lot on Tuesday, October 4th and Wednesday, October 5th. All Chamber visitors are asked to use the Iowa Western Community College parking lot on the south side of the building, enter through the south doors of the college and then proceed to the chamber office. If you have any questions, call 755-2114.
A free Welcome to Medicare seminar is being offered by the State of Iowa's senior Health Insurance Information Program and the Harlan Senior Center, Thursday, October 13th, from 5:30 to 7 pm at the Therkildsen Activity Center in Harlan. The seminar will cover Medicare Parts A & B benefits, Prescription Drub Benefits - part D. Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Identify Medicare Fraud, Errors and Abuse. Registration is required by October 5th. Call 755-2757.
A Beginning Genealogy Course will be held 7 to 8 pm, Thursday, October 6th, at the Shelby County Historical Museum. Interested in learning about genealogy research? Looking for an indoor hobby as the weather turns colder? Attend the Beginning Genealogy Course presented by Mary Ealy, Region 15 Representative of the Iowa Genealogy Society. This is a great opportunity to learn about genealogy research and the resources available at the Shelby County Historical Museum.
The presentation is free and open to the public, so bring a friend and enjoy an informative night at the museum.
Harrison County Conservation Board will have their annual Creepy Campground at Willow Lake on Saturday, October 8th from 3-5 p.m. There will be trick-or-treating in the campground with ice cream in the large shelter. This event is very popular and parking is limited, so participants are asked to carpool; please do not bring pets trick-or-treating; all children must be accompanied by an adult. Campers will receive Saturday night camping free for supplying candy for 300 children and can participate in a campsite decorating contest. The most creative day and night time campers will receive a trophy and a camping coupon book. Creepy Campground is held rain or shine, hot or cold and there is no cost. Like HCCB’s Facebook page for all the updates and other program information.
St. Michael's Parish in Harlan will hold their Harvest Dinner, Sunday, October 9th, from 11 to 1:30 at the Rosman Parish Center. You can dine-in or drive-thru for your meal of Staley's Broasted chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, green beans, a dinner roll and assorted dessert bars. Cost is $15 for adults, kids 3 to 8 years old $5 and kids under 3 are free. Get a $1 raffle ticket for your chance to win some great prizes, too.
The Immanuel Lutheran Church Women's Group invites you to their annual luncheon /bazaar to be held Wednesday, October 12th. Serving time for the traditional turkey casserole, salad, vegetable, dessert and beverage meal is 11 am to 1 pm. Carry out is available. Cost is $12 with tickets available from church members or the church office or at the door. The bake sale/craft store opens at 10:30 am. Quilts made by the Immanuel Lutheran Church women will also be for sale.
The 16th annual Scarecrow Showdown will be held for Harvest Fest this year. Shelby County Business, display your scarecrow with the theme Beach Party or fall harvest them now through Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 29th. Enter by emailing KNOD or call their office at 755-3883. Deadline to enter is Tuesday, October 18th. First Prize is your choice of 25 free 30-second ads from KNOD or a 1/4 page ad from the Harlan Newspapers. Second prize: the KNOD ads or Newspaper ads. Voting will take place October 19th through 26th on the 2022 Scarecrow Showdown Facebook page or call KNOD. Only one vote per person allowed. The contest is sponsored by the Harlan Newspapers and KNOD Radio.
Seventh Biennial lighted Halloween Campground to be held -
(9-21-22) – Cass County Conservation is hosting their 7th Biennial Lighted Halloween Campground, Saturday, October 22nd at Cold Springs Park in Lewis from 7 to 9 pm. This event is a great, non-scary, family friendly free drive into the night! Prizes will be for the top 3 voted sites, and for some special categories. Sign up to decorate a site in their lighted Halloween campground. Deadline for decorating a site sign up is October 14th and the groups will have October 22nd from noon on to decorate. If you choose to camp overnight, camping will be free. Call the Cass County Conservation office to get involved at 712/269-2372!
Harlan's 21st annual Harvest Festival will be held Saturday, October 29th. This year's theme is "Beach Party". There will not be a parade this year, but it will kick off at 10 am with the $1 Movie at the Harlan Theatre. They'll also have a petting zoo, kids' games, costume contest for kids and pets, Harlan Library's Spooky Storytime, face stickers and free hotdogs served with free lemonade or hot chocolate, depending on the weather. They're also bringing back the cookie decorating. And something new this year, the Hansen House Train.
(9-26-22) - Audubon County Residents are advised to use alternate travel routes for a road construction project slated to start this week. Construction will begin on Thursday, September 29, and is expected to wrap up on Monday, October 31. Work will be done on Lark Avenue between 170th street, and the intersection of Lark Ave. and Mockingbird Ave. will be close to traffic. The road will remain closed until realignment with the new bridge is completed. Residential access along this stretch will come from the east. Individuals wanting more information are asked to contact the Audubon County Road department at 563-4286.
Pottawattamie County Road M-47 to close Monday for repairs -
(9-29-22) – An Iowa Interstate Railroad project to rebuild the at-grade crossing on Pottawattamie County Road M-47 south of Walnut will require closing the roadway to motorists from 6 am, Monday, October 3rd until Wednesday morning, October 5th, weather permitting. Motorists will follow a marked detour route using Pottawattamie County Road G-30/Mahogany Road, US 59 and Iowa 83 through Avoca.
Riverside Hall of Fame Class of 2022 to be inducted September 29th -
(9-21-22) – The Riverside Hall of Fame Class of 2022 has been announced. The Induction Ceremony will be held at 2:30 pm, Thursday, September 29th at the Middle/High School Gym in Oakland. Members of the Hall of Fame Class of 2022 include:
Kenneth Finnegan – the Oakland Elementary Principal from 1974-1994
Gary Funkhouse – Oakland Band Director from1967-1978, Superintendent from 1978 to 1980 in Flemme and Superintendent at Carson-Macedonia, Oakland and Whiting from 1980-1993. David Fahrenkrug, a distinguished graduate of Carson-Macedonia in 1978. Steven Pierce – a distinguished graduate of Oakland 1965, former Oakland School Board member and Oakland/Riverside Sports Announcers “Voice of the Bulldogs.”
The 1992 Oakland Yellowjacket Football Team – District 15 Champs with a record of 9 and 1. Coach Marv Thompson and Assistant Coach Tom Grobe. And 1986 Oakland Yellowjacket Boys Basketball Team – 3rd in State, WIC Tournament champions, WIC Conference Runner up and regular season record of 19 and 1 and total record 25 and 2 and coaches Larry Miller and Daryl Nelson.
HERE’S A FRIENDLY REMINDER FROM CAROLYN BLUM, SHELBY COUNTY TREASURER – THE FIRST INSTALLMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES ARE DUE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH. TO AVOID PENALTY ON THE FIRST INSTALLMENT, PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE TREASURER’S OFFICE OR POSTMARKED BY FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30, 2022. PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT IOWA TREASURERS DOT ORG OR BY CALLING THE TREASURER’S OFFICE AT 755-5847 EXTENSION 2. PAYMENTS MAY ALSO BE POSTED ONLINE BY E-CHECK FOR LESS THAN THE COST OF A POSTAGE STAMP. JUST 25 CENTS PER TRANSACTION! CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS ARE ALSO ACCEPTED ONLINE. ALL CITIZENS OF SHELBY COUNTY ARE INVITED TO VISIT THE WEBSITE WHICH ALLOWS YOU TO DO BUSINESS WITH YOUR COUNTY TREASURER 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK.
Dry conditions at harvest are a concern – Crawford County under burn ban starting Friday -
(9-26-22) – Last Tuesday, the Crawford County Board of Supervisors approved an open burn ban to start Friday, September 30, at noon. The ban will last until November 1. Board Chairman Kyle Schultz said he is concerned with the dry conditions at a time when crops are maturing. Greg Miller, Crawford County Emergency Management Agency coordinator, said the ban will be for county areas outside of city limits; cities have their own ordinances. Schultz said quick action could be taken to rescind the ban if the county gets a lot of rain. He said he wanted the board to be proactive rather than have the county’s fire chiefs show up to ask for a ban. He said the open burn ban was a matter of life safety for first responders and for people who might be injured by a fire they start. Miller said individuals who want to have a fire during the open burn ban may contact their local fire chief to see if a crew could come out to babysit a fire.
Harlan Income Survey -
(9-19-22) – There will be a local online, telephone and/or door-to-door survey of households in Harlan. The survey is necessary for the city to apply to the State for a Community Development Block Grant for sewer improvements needed by the city’s system. The survey will determine whether more than 51% of Harlan’s population is considered low to moderate income, which is required for the grant. Surveys can be picked up at Harlan City Hall, the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce and Industry or online. Please complete the survey by Friday, September 30th. If you have any questions, please contact Dani Briggs at SWIPCO at 243-4196.
Originally scheduled for September 10th, but postponed due to rain, the Walk to End Alzheimers will be held this Saturday, October 1st at Pioneer Park in Harlan. Registration is at 9 am with the walk beginning at 10 am. Come and raise funds and awareness to help end this disease. Visit alz.org/walk for more information.
The Healthiest State Annual Walk will be held on Wednesday, October 5. Since 2011, the Healthiest State Initiative has engaged hundreds of thousands of Iowans in schools, worksites and communities across the state to walk for 30 minutes. This year’s goal is to have at least one organized walk in all 99 counties with a total of at least 1000 walks to celebrate the event’s 12th year. The Shelby County Wellness Alliance is supporting the Healthiest State Annual Walk by coordinating a community walk on Wednesday, October 5, as we participate in the Healthiest State Initiative. You can find more information about the walk on the Shelby County Wellness Alliance Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ShelbyCountyWellnessAlliance/.
SHELBY COUNTY JOINS HEALTHIEST STATE WALK
When: Wednesday, Oct 5
Where: Pioneer Park—Top Shelter on Pine Street
Time: 12:00 PM for 30 minutes
Details: Join a few minutes early for a group photo. The walk will be approximately 30 minutes. Participants are encouraged to walk at their own pace. Water and snacks will be served. The event’s slogan “Walk More. Connect More.” encourages participants to walk with a neighbor, friend, co-worker or family members. Another way to connect with other Iowans is through social media, using the hashtags #WalkMoreConnectMore and #HSIWalk2022.
Mills County asking for assistance in identifying body -
(9-29-22) - Iowa law enforcement is seeking assistance identifying a body found in the Missouri River in April.According to the Mills County Sheriff's Office, a man was found in the Missouri River on April 23, north of the Highway 370 bridge connecting Nebraska and Iowa. He was recovered wearing dark pants and boxers, and authorities said they were able to identify some of the tattoos on his body with help from the Iowa Office of the State Medical Examiner. According to the Mills County Sheriff's Office, those tattoos include:
- A large skull/face, located on the right side of his back
- A skull/face with ram-like horns and a goatee, located on his left shoulder blade.
- A design with multiple curved points, possibly flames, located on his right shoulder blade.
- A design which possibly at one time included an animal image as teeth/fangs are possibly present, located on his right calf.
- A red geometric shape, located on the right side of his chest.
- A large geometric shape that resembles a compass or star with four points. A face is situated in the middle, located on his right foot.
- Images of people. Faces are visible, located on his right shoulder.
- A large, red, geometric shape. A long red line with a red ring at the top, located on his right side.
Monogram Loves Kids Grant Recipients to visit Monogram today -
(9-29-22) – Monogram Prepared Meats “Monogram Loves Kids Foundation” grant recipients will visit Monogram Prepared Meats in Harlan today. They will meet at 3 pm in the Upstairs Conference Room and KNOD Radio will be there live with the recipients. Grant visitors will include Faith Family Church, Iowa Agricultural Literacy Foundation, Kids in the Village, Harlan Community Library and the Animal Rescue League. All together, $60,000 was awarded to the grant recipients.
One Person Killed Wednesday Morning Near Deloit -
(9-29-22) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - One woman died Wednesday morning after a vehicle crashed into a pond north of Deloit. According to Carroll Broadcasting, Carroll County deputies were dispatched at approximately 7:36 a.m. Wednesday to Riggleman’s Pond in the 1400 block of Boyer Boulevard in response to a report a soaking wet woman had walked through the yard of a nearby residence. When authorities arrived at the scene, they determined a vehicle had driven into the pond. Denison Fire and Dive Team and Deloit Fire pulled the vehicle from the water and attempted to save the woman still trapped inside. The victim, identified as 26-year-old Randi Lynn Heiman, was pronounced dead at the scene. Crawford County Emergency Medical Services, Denison Fire and Dive Team, the Deloit, Dow City, and Manilla Fire Departments, and the Carroll Dive Team assisted the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office at the scene. An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
And A York, Neb. man accused of stealing cameras from a local church faces felony charges in Carroll County District Court. Sixty-five-year-old Ronald Alan Long was booked into the Carroll County jail last week for third-degree burglary, a class D felony, following a Carroll County Sheriff’s Office investigation into an Aug. 29 incident at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Roselle. Authorities allege video evidence from the church shows Long inside the church around the same time three cameras had been stolen. Long was spotted in Templeton on Sept. 23, and deputies made contact. According to law enforcement, Long admitted to tampering with the church’s cameras and indicated he does not believe cameras should be present in churches. As of this morning, Long remains in custody on a $10,000 bond. His preliminary hearing is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 6 at the Carroll County courthouse.
(9-29-22) – Cass County Sheriff’s Office Report -
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office reports several arrests took place between now and September 13th.
On September 27th, 34 year old Joanna Seagler of Massena was arrested on a warrant for Harassment 3rd Degree. She was transported to the Cass County Jail where she was booked and held.
September 24th, 39 year old Ronan Fredrick of Atlantic was arrested for Public Intoxication. Fredrick was transported to the Cass County Jail where he was booked and held pending his later release on his own recognizance.
On September 22nd, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office arrested 33 year old Jennifer Dellaca of Atlantic on two warrants for Failure to appear. Dellaca was transported to the Cass County Jail where she was booked and held pending her later release.
September 21st, 21 year old Sierra Parker of Atlantic was arrested for OWI – 1st offense. Parker was transported to the Cass County Jail where she was booked and held pending her later release on her own recognizance.
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office arrested 31 year old Derrick Behlers of Atlantic on September 19th on two warrants for Failure to Appear and Theft 5th Degree. Behlers was transported to the Cass County Jail where he was booked and held pending his later release to another detention facility. Also on the 19th, 35 year old Reciever Berdon of Atlantic was arrested on a warrant for Failure to Appear. Berdon had turned himself in to the Cass County Jail and was booked and held pending his later release on bond.
And on September 13th, 33 year old Matthew Lloyd Stevens of Lewis was arrested on two warrants – Violation of a No Contact Order and Arson 1st Degree. Stevens was transported to the Cass County Jail and booked and held.
Crawford County News -
(9-29-22) - On Friday, September 23, at 1:06 p.m Officer Ten Eyck with the Denison Police Department investigated a two-vehicle accident that happened on Avenue C. 56 year old Jackie Lynn Haase, of Denison, was driving a blue 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan west on Avenue C when the vehicle in front of her stopped and waited to make a left turn. 18 year old Kyle John Segebart, of Denison, was traveling west on Avenue C behind the Haase vehicle. He was unable to stop his gray 2005 Chevrolet Silverado pickup in time and ran into the back of Haase’s vehicle. No one was injured. Haase’s vehicle received $5,000 damage to the rear middle. Segebart’s pickup received $5,000 damage to the front middle. Segebart was cited for following too closely.
And on Sunday, September 25, at 6:26 p.m. Officer Groth with the Denison Police Department investigated a two-vehicle accident that happened on North 16th Street. 41 year old Jamie Lynn Frazier, of Vail was driving a silver 2006 Ford Expedition and was pulling into a parking spot in the Denison High School parking lot when her vehicle struck the passenger side of a legally parked silver 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup. A witness saw Frazier then leave the scene and return later to another parking spot at the school. The Silverado pickup received $5,000 damage to the middle passenger side.
Montgomery County News -
(9-29-22) – Police in Red Oak arrested 2 people at about 1:30 Tuesday afternoon in Red Oak. 22 year old Skyler Grace Nagunst and 23 year old Andrew Michael Nagunst, both of Red Oak were arrested for Violation of a No Contact Order. Their bonds were set at $300 each.
At 4:30 Tuesday afternoon, 49 year old Michelle Marie Burns of Henderson was arrested on an Assault charge. She was taken into custody at the Dollar General Store in Red Oak Burns was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $300 bond.
And on Tuesday at around 9:37 in the morning, officers arrested 52 year old Chadwick Zucco of Red Oak for Possession of slightly more than 25.2 grams of marijuana – 3rd offense, a class D Felony. Zucco was being held in the Montgomery County Jail on a $5,000 bond.
Animal Neglect charges put Thurman man in jail -
(9-29-22) – 24 year old Morgan Moe of Thurman was arrested on September 17th, following an investigation into a report of neglected animals. Deputies were called to a home in rural Thurman for a report of neglected animals. They discovered 8 puppies and one deceased puppy that were kept in neglectful conditions. The puppies were taken to a local vet clinic for treatment. The nest day two more of the puppies had died and a third had to be euthanized due to illness. Moe was arrested for 4 counts of Animal Neglect Resulting in Death and 5 counts of Animal Neglect, no serious injury. Moe was booked in to the Fremont County Jail and later released on his own recognizance after an initial appearance before the Magistrate.
State Budget surplus tops $1.9 billion -
(9-29-22) - (Radio Iowa) - The State of Iowa has a more than one point nine billion dollar budget surplus. Governor Reynolds has announced the state has 830 million dollars in reserve funds and holds more than a billion dollars in its Taxpayer Relief Fund. Larger than expected corporate tax payments are triggering a corporate tax cut as well. Reynolds said it shows tax cut critics were wrong and growth oriented policies and fiscal restraints are paying off. House Democratic Whip Lindsay James of Dubuque says instead of lowering costs for Iowans and investing in public schools, Reynolds is celebrating another huge handout to corporations. The last state fiscal year ended June 30th, however this is the week the books are officially closed. That’s so late-arriving payments or expenses are accounted for in the previous state budget.
No injuries in Highway 71 accident -
(9-29-22) – At 2:30 pm Wednesday, September 21st, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to a 2 vehicle accident on Highway 71, south of Boston Road. After investigation, it was determined that a 2010 Acura RDX with a trailer, being operated by Stephan White of Maryland was traveling south on Highway 71 and attempted to make a u-turn on the roadway. A 2022 Chevy Traverse operated by Cody Irlmeier of Exira was behind the Acura as it began its U-turn and tried to steer left to avoid collision. The Traverse did end up striking the front driver portion of the Acura with its front passenger side. No injuries were reported at the time of the accident. The Traverse and Acura sustained approximately $3,500 damage each.
Juvenile responsible for Sidney High School Fire arrested -
(9-29-22) – A fire in a bathroom at Sidney High School on September 21st, resulted in a juvenile being arrested. The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office reports they responded to the school at about 1 pm on September 21st, where they located a fire inside a restroom. The building was evacuated and all students were accounted for. The fire was contained by staff and Sidney Fire and Rescue worked to clear smoke from the building and classes were able to resume. It was determined the fire was intentionally set. On September 25th, deputies arrested a juvenile in connection with the fire. The juvenile was charged with 1st Degree Arson, a Class B felony. Damage to the school was estimated at $8,.500.
More information on fatality near Griswold on September 17th -
(9-29-22) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office has released more details on an accident on September 17th that claimed the life of a Lewis man. At about 4 am in the morning, Emergency Responders were called to the area east of 590th and Yankton Road near Griswold for a single vehicle accident. Deputies determined that a 2014 Chevy Impala was traveling east on Yankton Road, east of 590th and for unknown reasons lost control and entered the south ditch. The Impala continued in the grass ditch and eventually came to a rest in the embankment of a small creek. The operator of the vehicle, Levi Glover of Lewis was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in the vehicle was transported to an area hospital for injuries sustained during the accident. The vehicle was considered a total loss.
Carson and Minden, latest towns to pitch county board for infrastructure dollars –
(9-29-22)- (Daily Nonpareil) - Representatives from Carson and Minden are the latest small town officials to present their communities’ infrastructure wish lists to the Pottawattamie County board of supervisors for consideration of receiving American Rescue Plan funds. Over the last few weeks, the county board has been meeting with city officials from throughout the county to assess their towns’ needs for financial assistance with infrastructure projects. The board set aside $1.5 million in ARPA funds to distribute to the county’s cities outside of Council Bluffs. At the Sept. 27 board meeting, the Carson administrative clerk and assistant EMS chief laid out a number of projects that would benefit from funding assistance, including a new ambulance for their first responders. The current ambulance is 12 years old, and it has seen a lot of wear and tear due to the pandemic.In addition to Carson, the ambulance also serves nearby communities in Oakland, Macedonia and Henderson. Out of 194 total emergency calls for an ambulance in 2021, 99 were for Carson and 83 were from Oakland, with the remaining 12 calls split between Henderson and Macedonia. This year, as of Sept. 8, Carson has had 65 calls for the ambulance, with 47 from Oakland, and 17 from the surrounding area. The Carson fire department accepted a bid for a new ambulance of $281,581. The city authorized the use of $120,000 of its own ARPA funds, leaving a balance of $161,581. Other projects on the Carson wish list include the demolition of two derelict buildings, which will help with the city’s downtown revitalization efforts, as will the installation of new water and sewer mains, sidewalks and storm drainage along Broadway Boulevard; water and sewer service for a new 13-acre business park, and additional infrastructure for a group of residential lots that are currently for sale. The City of Carson would also like to purchase a new fire engine by 2024, for which it has applied for a series of grants.
Minden Mayor Kevin Zimmerman and councilman Glenn Hurst touted a few infrastructure projects that have been completed recently, including replacing the city’s water tower and redoing the downtown area. Current projects that could use some ARPA assistance include replacing a three-block stretch of water main, five blocks of water and sewer replacement and general infrastructure wear and tear, like road and sewer repairs. The City of Minden is also purchasing a little more than 45 acres of land north of town in preparation for potential growth. The city has created a foundation to help facilitate construction on the land, and needs $125,000 to $150,000 for a starter fund, which they hope will be matched by a grant from the Iowa West Foundation.The board will continue to hear proposals from the remaining small town representatives over the next couple of weeks, and then deliberate on which projects they have decided will receive a portion of the ARPA funds.Board Chairman Tim Wichman has said that each community will receive ARPA funds for at least one of their infrastructure projects.
Shelby County man sentenced for child pornography offense -
(9-27-22) - 53 year old Kevin Charles Kersten, of Harlan, was sentenced on September 7, 2022, to seven years in prison following his plea to a charge of Receipt of Child Pornography. Kersten must also serve a 10-year term of supervised release after the prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. In February 2021, the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force received several cybertips that an IP address uploaded child pornography files. A search warrant was executed at Kersten’s residence, which was linked to the IP address. Electronic devices found at Kersten’s residence were seized and forensically analyzed. While conducting this investigation, officers obtained another cybertip that the IP address linked to Kersten had again uploaded child pornography. A second search warrant was executed at his residence and additional electronic evidence was seized. The forensic examination located images and videos of child pornography on Kersten’s electronic devices. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, Harlan Police Department, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Child Exploitation Task Force investigated the case.
Harlan man sentenced for firearm offense -
(9-27-22) - 29 year old Stormy Shaye Cole Trucke, of Harlan, was sentenced on September 7, 2022, to 42 months in prison following his plea to a charge of Prohibited Person in Possession of a Firearm. In June 2021, officers responded to a domestic disturbance call at Trucke’s residence and observed drug paraphernalia. Officers obtained a search warrant and located a loaded firearm, assorted ammunition, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Trucke is prohibited from possessing firearms due to a prior felony conviction and as a drug user. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Harlan Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff’s Department, Iowa Division of Narcotics Enforcement, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated the case.
Council Bluffs man sentenced for child pornography and enticement offenses -
(9-27-22) - 40 year old Jason Lauran Kinman, of Council Bluffs, was sentenced on September 20, 2022, to 25 years in prison following his plea to charges of Distribution and Production of Child Pornography and Coercion and Enticement of a Minor. Kinman must also serve a 10-year term of supervised release after the prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. In July 2021, a concerned family member made a police report after finding Kinman in a car with a 13-year-old girl in the backseat with him. Officers obtained Kinman’s social media history and found that Kinman was communicating with several minor females in an inappropriate sexual manner, including requesting naked photos or videos from them, and sending sexual photos and videos of himself and other minor females. Law enforcement executed a search warrant at Kinman’s residence in Council Bluffs and seized electronic evidence. A forensic examination identified numerous images of child pornography. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Buena Vista County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Internet Crimes Against Children, and Council Bluffs Police Department investigated the case.
Council Bluffs man sentenced to 11 years in prison on drug charge -
(9-27-22) - 39 year old Dustin Michael Adkins of Council Bluffs, was sentenced on September 20, 2022 to 132 months in prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine. He must also serve a five-year term of supervised release after the prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. On September 17, 2021, law enforcement stopped Adkins for a traffic violation in Council Bluffs. Adkins initially eluded officers and a bag containing methamphetamine was thrown from the vehicle. Adkins was arrested and the methamphetamine was recovered. Adkins possessed a total of 90.43 grams of methamphetamine. United States Attorney Richard D. Westphal of the Southern District of Iowa made the announcement. The Council Bluffs Police Department, Pottawattamie County Sheriff Department, and Southwest Iowa Narcotics Enforcement Task Force investigated the case. This case was prosecuted by the United States Attorney’s Offices for the Southern District of Iowa.
Shelby County Auditor reports General Election Info -
(9-15-22) - Shelby County Auditor, Mark Maxwell, reminds every eligible elector in Shelby County to get any voting information needed as soon as possible from the Auditors office. Absentee ballot requests are now being accepted for the November 8th General election. If you plan on voting absentee, get the process completed before any deadline has passed. Call 755-3831 ext.6 with any questions. Election deadlines are fixed by Iowa Code to ease any confusion caused by documents not returned in time to be valid. Some of the important dates to remember are:
Wednesday October 19, 2022—Absentee Ballots Ready. First day absentee ballots may be voted in the Auditor’s office and placed in the US postal service process, to the electors whose valid request have been received.
- October 24, 2022—Voter Pre-Registration Deadline. The deadline to pre-register to vote for the General Election is 5:00 p.m. Voters may still register after this date but need to show both ID and proof of residence.
- Monday October 24, 2022—Absentee Ballot by Mail Request Deadline. Deadline is 5:00 p.m. Postmarks do not count for requests.
- Saturday November 5, 2022—Auditor’s office open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Monday November 7, 2022—Absentee Ballot In-Person Deadline. Last day to request and vote an absentee ballot in person at the Auditor’s Office.
- November 8, 2022--GENERAL ELECTION DAY. Polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Absentee Ballot Deadline to Auditors office 8:00 p.m.
Shelby County Candidate Filings -
(9-2-22) - The Shelby County Auditor’s Office has released a list of candidates for the November Election. They include:
County Supervisor – vote for 1
Republican – Bryce Schaben
Democrat – None
County Treasurer -
Republican – Carolyn Blum, Harlan
Democrat – None
County Recorder -
Republican – Geralyn S. Greer, Harlan
Democrat – none
County Attorney -
Republican – None
Democrat – Marcus Gross Jr – Harlan
Hospital Trustee – vote for 5
Kathleen Kohorst, Harlan
Terry R. Torneton, Harlan
James Zimmerman, Harlan
Tom Cannon, Elk Horn
Janis Norgaard, Shelby
Shelby County Extension – vote for 5
Elaine Baughman, Kirkman
Kristina Larsen, Harlan
Brenda Arkfeld, Portsmouth
Mike Kolbe, Harlan
Katelin Weis, Earling
Soil and Water Conservation – vote for 2
Cathy Johannsen, Harlan
Allan Reinig, Portsmouth
Township Clerk and Trustees – vote for 1
Cass Township
Clerk – Kenneth Stein, Portsmouth
Trustee – James Voge, Sr, Portsmouth
Center Township
Clerk – Keith Burchett, Harlan
Trustee – Steve Ineson, Harlan
Clay Township
Clerk – Steve Jacobs, Marne
Trustee – Gene Mardesen, Elk Horn
Douglas Township
Clerk - Suzanne Rasmussen, Kirkman
Trustee – H. Jay Nielsen, Defiance
Fairview Township
None
Greely Township
Clerk – None
Trustee – Norman Campbell, Irwin
Grove Township -
Clerk – Brad Gross, Earling
Trustee – Joseph Jonathan Klein, Dunlap
Joseph Jonathan Klein - to fill a vacancy
Jackson Township
Clerk – Dan Buman, Harlan
Trustee - Mark Rold, Elk Horn
Trustee – Troy Doonan, Harlan - to fill a vacancy
Jefferson Township
Clerk - Cathy Clark, Manilla
Trustee – Lyle Campbell, Irwin
Lincoln Township
Clerk – H. David Boettger, Harlan
Trustee – Duane Errett, Harlan
Monroe Township
Clerk – Bryan Greve, Walnut
Trustee – John Clayton, Walnut
Polk Township
Clerk – Matt Bartelson, Irwin
Trustee – Karl Hanson, Kirkman
Shelby Township
Clerk – Chris Evans, Shelby
Trustee – None
Union Township
Clerk – Jim Scheuring, Defiance
Trustee – Neal Gaul, Earling
Trustee – Brandon Scheuring, Defiance
Washington Township
Clerk – Connie Klein, Panama
Trustee – None
Westphalia Township
Clerk – None
Trustee – Anthony Goetz, Harlan
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.
JOIN THEM FOR THE FUN AND FESTIVITIES AT OKTOBERFEST 2022 AT MANNING HAUSBARN HERITAGE PARK ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST.! ENJOY A DELICIOUS GERMAN MEAL CATERED BY HY-VEE AND MUSIC BY BAREFOOT BECKY AND THE IVANHOE DUTCHMEN. DOORS OPEN AT 5 PM, THE KEG WILL BE TAPPED AT 5:30. DINNER RESERVATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED THROU FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD, BY CALLING 712/655-3131. DINNER PLUS ENTERTAINMENT IS $25. ENTERTAINMENT ADMISSION AT THE DOOR IS $15. OKTOBERFEST 2022, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST AT THE MANNING HAUSBARN HERITAGE PARK.
The Harlan Lion's Club will host a Mobile Drive-Thru Food Pantry Monday, October 3rd from 4:30 until all the food is gone. The event will be held at Veteran's Memorial Building at 1104 Morningview Drive in Harlan. Please enter from 12th street, you will be directed where to line up. There is a limit of 2 boxes per vehicle, to serve a total of 300 households. There will be 1 box of non-perishable food, 1 box of produce, 1 loaf of bread plus frozen meat purchased by the Lions Club. If you have questions, call Sharon at 579-0286. The food pantry is open to everyone.
The north parking lot of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce building will be closed due to work on electrical wires above the lot on Tuesday, October 4th and Wednesday, October 5th. All Chamber visitors are asked to use the Iowa Western Community College parking lot on the south side of the building, enter through the south doors of the college and then proceed to the chamber office. If you have any questions, call 755-2114.
A free Welcome to Medicare seminar is being offered by the State of Iowa's senior Health Insurance Information Program and the Harlan Senior Center, Thursday, October 13th, from 5:30 to 7 pm at the Therkildsen Activity Center in Harlan. The seminar will cover Medicare Parts A & B benefits, Prescription Drub Benefits - part D. Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Identify Medicare Fraud, Errors and Abuse. Registration is required by October 5th. Call 755-2757.
A Beginning Genealogy Course will be held 7 to 8 pm, Thursday, October 6th, at the Shelby County Historical Museum. Interested in learning about genealogy research? Looking for an indoor hobby as the weather turns colder? Attend the Beginning Genealogy Course presented by Mary Ealy, Region 15 Representative of the Iowa Genealogy Society. This is a great opportunity to learn about genealogy research and the resources available at the Shelby County Historical Museum.
The presentation is free and open to the public, so bring a friend and enjoy an informative night at the museum.
Harrison County Conservation Board will have their annual Creepy Campground at Willow Lake on Saturday, October 8th from 3-5 p.m. There will be trick-or-treating in the campground with ice cream in the large shelter. This event is very popular and parking is limited, so participants are asked to carpool; please do not bring pets trick-or-treating; all children must be accompanied by an adult. Campers will receive Saturday night camping free for supplying candy for 300 children and can participate in a campsite decorating contest. The most creative day and night time campers will receive a trophy and a camping coupon book. Creepy Campground is held rain or shine, hot or cold and there is no cost. Like HCCB’s Facebook page for all the updates and other program information.
St. Michael's Parish in Harlan will hold their Harvest Dinner, Sunday, October 9th, from 11 to 1:30 at the Rosman Parish Center. You can dine-in or drive-thru for your meal of Staley's Broasted chicken dinner with mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, green beans, a dinner roll and assorted dessert bars. Cost is $15 for adults, kids 3 to 8 years old $5 and kids under 3 are free. Get a $1 raffle ticket for your chance to win some great prizes, too.
The Immanuel Lutheran Church Women's Group invites you to their annual luncheon /bazaar to be held Wednesday, October 12th. Serving time for the traditional turkey casserole, salad, vegetable, dessert and beverage meal is 11 am to 1 pm. Carry out is available. Cost is $12 with tickets available from church members or the church office or at the door. The bake sale/craft store opens at 10:30 am. Quilts made by the Immanuel Lutheran Church women will also be for sale.
The 16th annual Scarecrow Showdown will be held for Harvest Fest this year. Shelby County Business, display your scarecrow with the theme Beach Party or fall harvest them now through Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 29th. Enter by emailing KNOD or call their office at 755-3883. Deadline to enter is Tuesday, October 18th. First Prize is your choice of 25 free 30-second ads from KNOD or a 1/4 page ad from the Harlan Newspapers. Second prize: the KNOD ads or Newspaper ads. Voting will take place October 19th through 26th on the 2022 Scarecrow Showdown Facebook page or call KNOD. Only one vote per person allowed. The contest is sponsored by the Harlan Newspapers and KNOD Radio.
Seventh Biennial lighted Halloween Campground to be held -
(9-21-22) – Cass County Conservation is hosting their 7th Biennial Lighted Halloween Campground, Saturday, October 22nd at Cold Springs Park in Lewis from 7 to 9 pm. This event is a great, non-scary, family friendly free drive into the night! Prizes will be for the top 3 voted sites, and for some special categories. Sign up to decorate a site in their lighted Halloween campground. Deadline for decorating a site sign up is October 14th and the groups will have October 22nd from noon on to decorate. If you choose to camp overnight, camping will be free. Call the Cass County Conservation office to get involved at 712/269-2372!
Harlan's 21st annual Harvest Festival will be held Saturday, October 29th. This year's theme is "Beach Party". There will not be a parade this year, but it will kick off at 10 am with the $1 Movie at the Harlan Theatre. They'll also have a petting zoo, kids' games, costume contest for kids and pets, Harlan Library's Spooky Storytime, face stickers and free hotdogs served with free lemonade or hot chocolate, depending on the weather. They're also bringing back the cookie decorating. And something new this year, the Hansen House Train.
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