Category Archives: Local News
News from Western Iowa.
Shelby County Sheriff’s Office announces unexpected passing of Sergeant Donavon Dontje
(Harlan) The Shelby County Sheriff's Office regretfully announced the unexpected passing of Sergeant Donavon Dontje today. The Sheriff's Office says Sergeant Dontje started his career with the Sheriff...
Mandy Billings Apr 16, 2020
Cass County Sheriff’s Report
(Atlantic) The Cass County Sheriff's Office is investigating a pursuit that occurred Tuesday evening. At approximately 7:50 p.m., the Sheriff's Office attempted a traffic stop near 585th Street and Hi...
Mandy Billings Apr 16, 2020
Gov. Reynolds signs new proclamation continuing State Public Health Emergency Declaration, requiring additional protective measures in RMCC Region 6
(Des Moines) Today, Gov. Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration and implementing additional measures to protect residents, workers, and the public ...
Tom Robinson Apr 16, 2020
146 Additional Positive COVID-19 Cases in Iowa, and 7 additional Deaths
(Johnston) Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, at her daily briefing this morning, reported 146 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the total to 2,141 positive cases. The Governor reported 660 neg...
Tom Robinson Apr 16, 2020
Atlantic Medical Center Hours Update
(Atlantic) Hours at the Atlantic Medical Center have changed slightly during the COVID-19 pandemic response. "We have adjusted our provider locations and clinic hours to best meet the needs of our pat...
Mandy Billings Apr 16, 2020
Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s Report
(Council Bluffs) A Pacific Junction man was arrested for Domestic Abuse Assault Causing Bodily Injury. The Pottawattamie County Sheriff's Office says 45-year-old Harry Richard Kanouff, Jr., was arrest...
Mandy Billings Apr 16, 2020
Stanton Announces All-New Community Foundation to Benefit Residents and Community
(Stanton) Stanton Community Development Director Jenna Ramsey says the Stanton Community Foundation (SCF) allows anyone to leave a financial gift and a lasting legacy, and potentially receive tax bene...
Tom Robinson Apr 16, 2020
Audubon County Road Closure
(Audubon) The Audubon County Engineers Office released information on a road closure in the northern part of the county. Starting today, (Thursday, April 16), Goldfinch Avenue between 120th Street and...
Tom Robinson Apr 16, 2020
Guthrie County Supervisors discuss vacating portion of Roost Lane
(Guthrie Center) The Guthrie County Board of Supervisors discussed vacating the north-south portion of Roost Lane at their meeting Tuesday. Ben Hayes, Brad Hayes along with each of their attorneys and...
Mandy Billings Apr 16, 2020
Spring snow storm set to bring winter back to Nebraska, Iowa
(Omaha, AP) Residents in Nebraska and Iowa are bracing for a spring snowstorm that could drop three-quarters of a foot of snow in some places. Snow began falling overnight in western Nebraska and is e...
Tom Robinson Apr 16, 2020