Tuesday, September 27th, 2022 -
Upcoming Red Cross Bloodmobiles -
Tuesday, September 27th - Veteran's Memorial Building in Harlan - 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. For an appointment, contact Sue at 755-5725. Walk-ins are welcome.
An Influenza Clinic will be held Tuesday, September 27th at St. Mary's Parish Center in Portsmouth from 8-9:30 am. No appointments are necessary for this clinic. This is a drive-up clinic. Please wear a mask and wear clothing that will allow a shot, such as a short-sleeved shirt.
Another clinic will be held Wednesday, September 28th, at the Avoca Public Library from 7:30 to 10 am. This is a drive-up clinic. Appointments are not required. Please wear a mask. Please wear clothing that will allow a shot, such as a short sleeve shirt.
THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF HARLAN INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR A STALEY’S CHICKEN DINNER ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH FROM 5 TO 7 PM AT THE VET’S AUDITORIUM IN HARLAN. COST FOR ADULTS IS 12-DOLLARS, KIDS AGE 4 TO 10 YEARS, ONLY 5-DOLLARS, AND 3 AND UNDER EAT FOR FREE! ENJOY STALEY’S CHICKEN, POTATOES AND GRAVY, CORN, HOMEMADE SALADS, DESSERTS, PIES, TOO. PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR OR STOP BY THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFFICE IN HARLAN AND ENJOY STALEY’S CHICKEN, WEDNESDAY,
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.
Atlantic Police Report -
(9-27-22) - The Atlantic Police Department reports eight arrests and one citation between September 17th and September 25th.
35 year old Kisauo Stephen of Atlantic was arrested September 17th for Public Intoxication.
35 year old Jenny Clark of Atlantic was arrested September 19th for Violation of Probation.
24 year old Jeff Edgar of Atlantic was arrested on September 19th for Public intoxication.
22 year old Curclind Vanaemam of Atlantic was arrested September 21st for Simulated Public Intoxication – 1st offense.
35 year old Kisauo Stephen of Atlantic was arrested September 21st on a warrant for Failure to Appear.
19 year old Calem Fulk of Atlantic was arrested September 22nd for Burglary 3rd and Possession of Stolen Property.
26 year old Glove Kovac of Atlantic was arrested September 24th for Public Intoxication.
28 year old Nicholas Renner of Atlantic was arrested September 25th for Operating While under the Influence, 2nd offense and Theft 2nd.
Also 65 year old Jeri Eilts of Atlantic was cited and released on September 18th for Theft 5th.
Two-vehicle accident in Mills County -
The Mills County Sheriff’s Department reports 20 year old Zachary Fischer of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, driving a 1997 Ford westbound in the right hand lane of Highway 34 was driving and talking on his cell phone as he approached the intersection of Highway 34 and 188th Street and thought he had a green light. Fischer was hit by a 2022 Chevy driven by 58 year old Patrick John of Mineola who was southbound at the intersection, turning onto westbound traffic on Highway 34. John was transported to Mercy Hospital for medical treatment. Fisher was shaken up and was unable to recall many details of the collision. He had a small abrasion on his forehead but repeatedly refused medical treatment on scene.
Crop Report -
(9-26-22) - Farmers took advantage of 5.5 days suitable for fieldwork to get harvest underway during the week ending September 25, 2022. Fieldwork included harvesting row crops, chopping silage, and cutting hay. Topsoil moisture condition rated 14 percent very short, 29 percent short, 56 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture condition rated 20 percent very short, 30 percent short, 49 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. Corn in the dent stage or beyond was 97 percent, 1 week ahead of the 5-year average. Sixty-three percent of Iowa’s corn crop was mature or beyond, 2 days behind last year but 1 day ahead of the average. Harvest of the State’s corn crop was 5 percent complete, 5 days behind last year and 1 day behind the 5-year average. Corn condition remained 64 percent good to excellent. Ninety percent of soybeans were coloring or beyond, 3 days behind last year. Soybeans dropping leaves or beyond were at 61 percent, 3 days behind last year and 1 day behind the 5-year average. Soybean harvest reached 7 percent, 4 days behind last year and 3 days behind the average. Soybean condition rated 62 percent good to excellent. Ninety-eight percent of the State’s third cutting of alfalfa hay was complete. Pasture condition rated 34 percent good to excellent.
USDA Numbers See Big Increase In Farmland Values -
(9-27-22) - Survey information released from the U-S-D-A shows a big increase in farmland values and cash rent. Iowa State University livestock economist, Lee Schulz, says the cropland increased 19-point-seven percent, “the highest that we’ve seen since 2011 and 2012.” Pastureland values are up a little over nine percent,” he says. Schulz says high commodity prices are one of the big drivers of land values, along with rising interest rates. He also says as the commodity prices rise, there’s competition for that land among prospective buyers.
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 TREASUTrial toER’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.
Trial set for today for 30 year old Atlantic man -
(9-27-22) Trial is set for 9:30 this morning in Cass County District Court for 30 year old Anthony Rey Asay of Atlantic. A bench warrant was issued for Asay last Monday for Failure to Appear for his September 19th Pre-Trial Conference. Asay faces a Class D Felony charge of Willful Injury Causing Serious Injury and Serious Misdemeanor Charges of Assault causing bodily injury or mental illness and Possession of a Controlled Substance – 1st offense – marijuana associated with a stabbing incident that took place on May 5th in Atlantic. On August 29th, Asay’s Pre-Trial release was revoked and his cash only bond was set at $5000.
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.
Carroll accident disables one vehicle -
(9-26-22) - One vehicle was disabled, but no injuries were reported as a result of a two-vehicle crash Sunday night in Carroll. The Carroll Police Department responded to the scene near the intersection of U.S. Highway 71 and 19th Street at approximately 8:53 p.m. Their initial investigation determined a 2016 Honda Pilot, operated by 63-year-old Gregory Kustra of Carroll, was traveling southbound on the highway and attempted to make a U-turn. During the maneuver, Kustra struck a 2005 Chevrolet Impala, driven by 17-year-old Mya Eckert of Auburn. The Eckert sedan sustained disabling damage and needed to be towed from the scene. Kustra was cited for failure to maintain control.
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.
SWIPCO Named Iowa Top Workplace for 2022 -
(9-26-22) Southwest Iowa Planning Council (SWIPCO) has been named a 2022 Des Moines Register Iowa Top Workplace for 2022. The Register and WorkplaceDynamics evaluated survey responses from employees of participating employers. Top Workplaces are categorized by number of employees in Iowa and chosen based on employee feedback. “It is an honor to be recognized as one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces,” said SWIPCO Executive Director John McCurdy. “Whether it’s public transit, housing rehab, or disaster relief, this recognition confirms what we already know—the employees who do the hard work here at SWIPCO are the reason for our success.” Southwest Iowa Planning Council is a high-performing, regionally focused partner committed to enhancing the vitality and quality of life in southwest Iowa using a collaborative and inclusive approach to regional community development, economic development, and public transit.
Stolen pickup hits house in Atlantic -
(9-26-22) – 28 year old Nicholas Renner of Atlantic was taken into custody early Sunday morning in Atlantic after he allegedly stole a pickup and crashed into a home at 1612 Oak Street in Atlantic. According to police records, Renner faces charges that include OWI/1st offense and Theft in the 2nd degree. Authorities report that at 2:18 Sunday morning, Cass County Communications dispatched the Atlantic Police Department to a motor vehicle accident at 1612 Oak Street. When officers arrived they found a 2005 Chevy Silverado had struck the home. An investigation determined Renner allegedly took the pickup from the 1400 block of Linn Street before the accident. Damage to the home was estimated at $50,000. The pickup sustained approximately $10,000 damage. Additional information was not available.
Red Oak teacher put on leave –
(9-26-22) – Rebecca Stanbrough, a Red Oak High School teacher has been placed on administrative leave following an incident last Thursday in a Red Oak high school classroom. Red Oak Superintendent Ron Lorenz issued a statement to the students of the junior and senior high school saying the teacher lost her composure during a Foods and Nutrition class. It’s reported that Stanbrough reportedly made “Inappropriate comments” to students in the class. Stanbrough was then placed on administrative leave and the District is looking into the matter in accordance with applicable laws and Board policies. Additional information regarding the incident was not released.
Two people arrested after search warrants served in Guthrie County -
(9-26-22) - Two people were arrested following the execution of search warrants in Guthrie County. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reports on Tuesday, September 20th, at approximately 2:42 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant for a burglary investigation at 603 1st Avenue in Jamaica. 42-year-old Tony Owens and 43-year-old Carly Hubby were present in the home. There were drugs and drug paraphernalia present in the home. As a result, a second search warrant was obtained for drugs and then executed. Tony Owens was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd or Subsequent Offense, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Theft 4th Degree, Criminal Mischief 4th Degree and Criminal Trespass Causing Damage over $300. Carly Hubby was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd or Subsequent Offense and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. There was also information and evidence obtained to help further investigate additional burglaries/thefts in the Jamaica area.
Manning Man Accused Of Indecent Contact With A Child Sentenced To Prison -
(9-26-22) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - Carroll Broadcasting reports a Manning man accused of indecent contact with a child was sentenced Thursday in Carroll County District Court to serve up to two years in prison. Forty-five-year-old Jason Vernon Irlmeier filed an agreement in July to plead guilty to the aggravated misdemeanor charge, which stems from a Manning Police Department investigation into a May 2020 incident. Authorities say Irlmeier inappropriately touched the juvenile female victim by reaching his hand down her pants. In addition to the up to two-year prison sentence, Irlmeier will be required to register with the Iowa Sex Offender Registry and submit to electronic tracking and monitoring for a period of ten years. He was also ordered to pay over $1,000 in victim restitution, court costs, fines, and surcharges.
Crawford County News -
(9-26-22) – The Crawford County Law Enforcement Center has released their latest activity report. At 4 pm, Tuesday, September 13th, 41 year old Corlino Gatluak of Sioux City was arrested for assault while displaying a dangerous weapon – a knife – and public intoxication. An arraignment was set for 9:30 am on October 23rd.
On Saturday, September 17th, 38 year old Jennifer Marie Krajicek of Denison was arrested for simple assault. The criminal complaint filed in district court says that she assaulted another person by grabbing that individual by the neck and throwing that individual to the ground. A no-contact order was filed in district court on September 18th.
At 7:30 pm, on Tuesday, September 20th, 45 year old Laura Ann Traufler of Dow City was arrested for trespassing – 1st offense. The location of the offense was the Budget Inn Motel on Highway 30 in Denison. At 6:52 pm on Wednesday, September 21st, Traufler was arrested for trespass – 2nd offense, also at the Budget Inn Motel.
On Wednesday, September 21st, 59 year old Elton Dean Chandler of Denison was arrested for domestic assault – 3rd or subsequent offense. The criminal complaint filed in district court says that Chandler struck another person’s head against a kitchen counter and that other furniture was disturbed. Witnesses advised that they could hear the struggle for about one and ½ hours prior to the arrival of law enforcement. A temporary no-contact order was filed in district court on September 22nd.
And at 11:58 pm, Saturday, September 17th, Deputy Miller with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office investigated a 2-vehicle accident that happened at the intersection of Highway 30 and 300th Street near Denison. 44 year old Michael Kent Stone of Denison was driving a dark green 2004 GMC Sierra east on Highway 30. 70 year old Dennis Bernard Grossman of Glidden was driving a red 2018 Nissan Altima, also traveling south on Highway 30, behind the Stone vehicle. Initially there was some distance between the two vehicles but then Stone slowed down to turn left onto 300th Street. Just as Stone was turning, the Grossman vehicle struck the vehicle from behind. Grossman then pulled over onto the shoulder with significant damage to the front end of his vehicle. Stone completed his turn and pulled over onto the side of 300th Street. Stone’s vehicle received $4,500 damage to the rear and had a blown right tire. Grossman’s vehicle received $10,000 damage and was towed from the scene. No one was injured. Grossman was arrested for OWI-1st offense and cited for failure to stop in an assured clear distance.
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.
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.
Tuesday, September 27th - Veteran's Memorial Building in Harlan - 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. For an appointment, contact Sue at 755-5725. Walk-ins are welcome.
An Influenza Clinic will be held Tuesday, September 27th at St. Mary's Parish Center in Portsmouth from 8-9:30 am. No appointments are necessary for this clinic. This is a drive-up clinic. Please wear a mask and wear clothing that will allow a shot, such as a short-sleeved shirt.
Another clinic will be held Wednesday, September 28th, at the Avoca Public Library from 7:30 to 10 am. This is a drive-up clinic. Appointments are not required. Please wear a mask. Please wear clothing that will allow a shot, such as a short sleeve shirt.
THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF HARLAN INVITES YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR A STALEY’S CHICKEN DINNER ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH FROM 5 TO 7 PM AT THE VET’S AUDITORIUM IN HARLAN. COST FOR ADULTS IS 12-DOLLARS, KIDS AGE 4 TO 10 YEARS, ONLY 5-DOLLARS, AND 3 AND UNDER EAT FOR FREE! ENJOY STALEY’S CHICKEN, POTATOES AND GRAVY, CORN, HOMEMADE SALADS, DESSERTS, PIES, TOO. PURCHASE TICKETS AT THE DOOR OR STOP BY THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OFFICE IN HARLAN AND ENJOY STALEY’S CHICKEN, WEDNESDAY,
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.
Atlantic Police Report -
(9-27-22) - The Atlantic Police Department reports eight arrests and one citation between September 17th and September 25th.
35 year old Kisauo Stephen of Atlantic was arrested September 17th for Public Intoxication.
35 year old Jenny Clark of Atlantic was arrested September 19th for Violation of Probation.
24 year old Jeff Edgar of Atlantic was arrested on September 19th for Public intoxication.
22 year old Curclind Vanaemam of Atlantic was arrested September 21st for Simulated Public Intoxication – 1st offense.
35 year old Kisauo Stephen of Atlantic was arrested September 21st on a warrant for Failure to Appear.
19 year old Calem Fulk of Atlantic was arrested September 22nd for Burglary 3rd and Possession of Stolen Property.
26 year old Glove Kovac of Atlantic was arrested September 24th for Public Intoxication.
28 year old Nicholas Renner of Atlantic was arrested September 25th for Operating While under the Influence, 2nd offense and Theft 2nd.
Also 65 year old Jeri Eilts of Atlantic was cited and released on September 18th for Theft 5th.
Two-vehicle accident in Mills County -
The Mills County Sheriff’s Department reports 20 year old Zachary Fischer of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, driving a 1997 Ford westbound in the right hand lane of Highway 34 was driving and talking on his cell phone as he approached the intersection of Highway 34 and 188th Street and thought he had a green light. Fischer was hit by a 2022 Chevy driven by 58 year old Patrick John of Mineola who was southbound at the intersection, turning onto westbound traffic on Highway 34. John was transported to Mercy Hospital for medical treatment. Fisher was shaken up and was unable to recall many details of the collision. He had a small abrasion on his forehead but repeatedly refused medical treatment on scene.
Crop Report -
(9-26-22) - Farmers took advantage of 5.5 days suitable for fieldwork to get harvest underway during the week ending September 25, 2022. Fieldwork included harvesting row crops, chopping silage, and cutting hay. Topsoil moisture condition rated 14 percent very short, 29 percent short, 56 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. Subsoil moisture condition rated 20 percent very short, 30 percent short, 49 percent adequate and 1 percent surplus. Corn in the dent stage or beyond was 97 percent, 1 week ahead of the 5-year average. Sixty-three percent of Iowa’s corn crop was mature or beyond, 2 days behind last year but 1 day ahead of the average. Harvest of the State’s corn crop was 5 percent complete, 5 days behind last year and 1 day behind the 5-year average. Corn condition remained 64 percent good to excellent. Ninety percent of soybeans were coloring or beyond, 3 days behind last year. Soybeans dropping leaves or beyond were at 61 percent, 3 days behind last year and 1 day behind the 5-year average. Soybean harvest reached 7 percent, 4 days behind last year and 3 days behind the average. Soybean condition rated 62 percent good to excellent. Ninety-eight percent of the State’s third cutting of alfalfa hay was complete. Pasture condition rated 34 percent good to excellent.
USDA Numbers See Big Increase In Farmland Values -
(9-27-22) - Survey information released from the U-S-D-A shows a big increase in farmland values and cash rent. Iowa State University livestock economist, Lee Schulz, says the cropland increased 19-point-seven percent, “the highest that we’ve seen since 2011 and 2012.” Pastureland values are up a little over nine percent,” he says. Schulz says high commodity prices are one of the big drivers of land values, along with rising interest rates. He also says as the commodity prices rise, there’s competition for that land among prospective buyers.
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 TREASUTrial toER’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.
Trial set for today for 30 year old Atlantic man -
(9-27-22) Trial is set for 9:30 this morning in Cass County District Court for 30 year old Anthony Rey Asay of Atlantic. A bench warrant was issued for Asay last Monday for Failure to Appear for his September 19th Pre-Trial Conference. Asay faces a Class D Felony charge of Willful Injury Causing Serious Injury and Serious Misdemeanor Charges of Assault causing bodily injury or mental illness and Possession of a Controlled Substance – 1st offense – marijuana associated with a stabbing incident that took place on May 5th in Atlantic. On August 29th, Asay’s Pre-Trial release was revoked and his cash only bond was set at $5000.
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.
Carroll accident disables one vehicle -
(9-26-22) - One vehicle was disabled, but no injuries were reported as a result of a two-vehicle crash Sunday night in Carroll. The Carroll Police Department responded to the scene near the intersection of U.S. Highway 71 and 19th Street at approximately 8:53 p.m. Their initial investigation determined a 2016 Honda Pilot, operated by 63-year-old Gregory Kustra of Carroll, was traveling southbound on the highway and attempted to make a U-turn. During the maneuver, Kustra struck a 2005 Chevrolet Impala, driven by 17-year-old Mya Eckert of Auburn. The Eckert sedan sustained disabling damage and needed to be towed from the scene. Kustra was cited for failure to maintain control.
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.
SWIPCO Named Iowa Top Workplace for 2022 -
(9-26-22) Southwest Iowa Planning Council (SWIPCO) has been named a 2022 Des Moines Register Iowa Top Workplace for 2022. The Register and WorkplaceDynamics evaluated survey responses from employees of participating employers. Top Workplaces are categorized by number of employees in Iowa and chosen based on employee feedback. “It is an honor to be recognized as one of Iowa’s Top Workplaces,” said SWIPCO Executive Director John McCurdy. “Whether it’s public transit, housing rehab, or disaster relief, this recognition confirms what we already know—the employees who do the hard work here at SWIPCO are the reason for our success.” Southwest Iowa Planning Council is a high-performing, regionally focused partner committed to enhancing the vitality and quality of life in southwest Iowa using a collaborative and inclusive approach to regional community development, economic development, and public transit.
Stolen pickup hits house in Atlantic -
(9-26-22) – 28 year old Nicholas Renner of Atlantic was taken into custody early Sunday morning in Atlantic after he allegedly stole a pickup and crashed into a home at 1612 Oak Street in Atlantic. According to police records, Renner faces charges that include OWI/1st offense and Theft in the 2nd degree. Authorities report that at 2:18 Sunday morning, Cass County Communications dispatched the Atlantic Police Department to a motor vehicle accident at 1612 Oak Street. When officers arrived they found a 2005 Chevy Silverado had struck the home. An investigation determined Renner allegedly took the pickup from the 1400 block of Linn Street before the accident. Damage to the home was estimated at $50,000. The pickup sustained approximately $10,000 damage. Additional information was not available.
Red Oak teacher put on leave –
(9-26-22) – Rebecca Stanbrough, a Red Oak High School teacher has been placed on administrative leave following an incident last Thursday in a Red Oak high school classroom. Red Oak Superintendent Ron Lorenz issued a statement to the students of the junior and senior high school saying the teacher lost her composure during a Foods and Nutrition class. It’s reported that Stanbrough reportedly made “Inappropriate comments” to students in the class. Stanbrough was then placed on administrative leave and the District is looking into the matter in accordance with applicable laws and Board policies. Additional information regarding the incident was not released.
Two people arrested after search warrants served in Guthrie County -
(9-26-22) - Two people were arrested following the execution of search warrants in Guthrie County. The Guthrie County Sheriff’s Office reports on Tuesday, September 20th, at approximately 2:42 p.m., the Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant for a burglary investigation at 603 1st Avenue in Jamaica. 42-year-old Tony Owens and 43-year-old Carly Hubby were present in the home. There were drugs and drug paraphernalia present in the home. As a result, a second search warrant was obtained for drugs and then executed. Tony Owens was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd or Subsequent Offense, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Theft 4th Degree, Criminal Mischief 4th Degree and Criminal Trespass Causing Damage over $300. Carly Hubby was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance 3rd or Subsequent Offense and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. There was also information and evidence obtained to help further investigate additional burglaries/thefts in the Jamaica area.
Manning Man Accused Of Indecent Contact With A Child Sentenced To Prison -
(9-26-22) - (Carroll Broadcasting) - Carroll Broadcasting reports a Manning man accused of indecent contact with a child was sentenced Thursday in Carroll County District Court to serve up to two years in prison. Forty-five-year-old Jason Vernon Irlmeier filed an agreement in July to plead guilty to the aggravated misdemeanor charge, which stems from a Manning Police Department investigation into a May 2020 incident. Authorities say Irlmeier inappropriately touched the juvenile female victim by reaching his hand down her pants. In addition to the up to two-year prison sentence, Irlmeier will be required to register with the Iowa Sex Offender Registry and submit to electronic tracking and monitoring for a period of ten years. He was also ordered to pay over $1,000 in victim restitution, court costs, fines, and surcharges.
Crawford County News -
(9-26-22) – The Crawford County Law Enforcement Center has released their latest activity report. At 4 pm, Tuesday, September 13th, 41 year old Corlino Gatluak of Sioux City was arrested for assault while displaying a dangerous weapon – a knife – and public intoxication. An arraignment was set for 9:30 am on October 23rd.
On Saturday, September 17th, 38 year old Jennifer Marie Krajicek of Denison was arrested for simple assault. The criminal complaint filed in district court says that she assaulted another person by grabbing that individual by the neck and throwing that individual to the ground. A no-contact order was filed in district court on September 18th.
At 7:30 pm, on Tuesday, September 20th, 45 year old Laura Ann Traufler of Dow City was arrested for trespassing – 1st offense. The location of the offense was the Budget Inn Motel on Highway 30 in Denison. At 6:52 pm on Wednesday, September 21st, Traufler was arrested for trespass – 2nd offense, also at the Budget Inn Motel.
On Wednesday, September 21st, 59 year old Elton Dean Chandler of Denison was arrested for domestic assault – 3rd or subsequent offense. The criminal complaint filed in district court says that Chandler struck another person’s head against a kitchen counter and that other furniture was disturbed. Witnesses advised that they could hear the struggle for about one and ½ hours prior to the arrival of law enforcement. A temporary no-contact order was filed in district court on September 22nd.
And at 11:58 pm, Saturday, September 17th, Deputy Miller with the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office investigated a 2-vehicle accident that happened at the intersection of Highway 30 and 300th Street near Denison. 44 year old Michael Kent Stone of Denison was driving a dark green 2004 GMC Sierra east on Highway 30. 70 year old Dennis Bernard Grossman of Glidden was driving a red 2018 Nissan Altima, also traveling south on Highway 30, behind the Stone vehicle. Initially there was some distance between the two vehicles but then Stone slowed down to turn left onto 300th Street. Just as Stone was turning, the Grossman vehicle struck the vehicle from behind. Grossman then pulled over onto the shoulder with significant damage to the front end of his vehicle. Stone completed his turn and pulled over onto the side of 300th Street. Stone’s vehicle received $4,500 damage to the rear and had a blown right tire. Grossman’s vehicle received $10,000 damage and was towed from the scene. No one was injured. Grossman was arrested for OWI-1st offense and cited for failure to stop in an assured clear distance.
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.
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 -
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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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