Author Archives: Tom Robinson
Atlantic City Council Approves Designation of Sales Tax Revenues to Reflect the New Long-Term Plan for YMCA Expansion Project
(Atlantic) The Atlantic City Council approved a resolution on Wednesday designating the distribution of sales tax revenues to various funds for specific purposes, including $2.5 million for the YMCA e...
Apr 16, 2025
Kenneth "Allen" Fann Obituary
Kenneth "Allen" Fann, age 87 Kenneth "Allen" Fann of West Des Moines, Iowa, formerly of Atlantic, Iowa passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. Allen was born December 8, 1937, to Edr...
Apr 16, 2025
Atlantic Teacher and Coach Kendra (Hanson) Henningsen to be Inducted into the 2025 Forest City Athletics Hall of Fame
(Forest City) The Forest City Community School District released its Class of 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Atlantic Community Schools Educator and Head Boys' Golf Coach Kendra (Hanson) Henni...
Apr 16, 2025
CAM School Board Approves Memorabilia Plan and Updates for Upcoming Years
(Anita) On Monday night, the CAM School Board approved a plan for memorabilia aimed at eventually opening a museum. School Board President Cara Murphy noted that after the closure of the north element...
Apr 16, 2025
Severe Storms Possible in Iowa: Hail and Wind Risks on Thursday
(Des Moines) The National Weather Service has announced the possibility of scattered severe storms on Thursday. Meteorologist Roger Vachalek emphasized that large hail is the main concern. In southwes...
Apr 16, 2025
Alan Jenkins Named New Head Boys' Basketball Coach at North Polk, Pending School Board Approval
(Alleman) Alan Jenkins has been appointed as the new head coach of the North Polk boys basketball program, pending board approval, according to the North Polk School District website. Hailing from Atl...
Apr 16, 2025
Community Protection Committee to Discuss Speed Control Changes at 29th and Palm Streets in Atlantic
(Atlantic, Iowa) The Community Protection Committee of Atlantic will meet today in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The committee's agenda includes reviewing and discussing potential recommendations...
Apr 16, 2025
Montgomery County Man Arrested on Assault Charges
(Red Oak) A Stanton, Iowa man faces domestic abuse 1st offense charges following his arrest on Tuesday evening. Montgomery County deputies responded to 300 Halland Avenue in Stanton at around 7:55 p.m...
Apr 16, 2025
Gov. Reynolds requests Presidential Disaster Declaration for Severe Weather
(Des Moines) Governor Kim Reynolds has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for four Iowa counties due to significant severe weather conditions that occurred on March 19, 2025. Gov. Reynolds ...
Apr 16, 2025
National Telecommunication Week Honors 9-1-1 Operators
(Atlantic) Emergency dispatchers are a critical link in the emergency response system, essential in saving lives and maintaining public safety. They handle various calls and must remain alert and prep...
Apr 16, 2025
