Category Archives: Local News
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
Atlantic Police Report
(Atlantic) The Atlantic Police Department released their arrest report from March 1 through April 15. Jr Bedon, 23, of Atlantic, was arrested on March 1st for Public Intoxication. Alan Palm, 40, of At...
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
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
Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison for Transportation of a Minor to Engage in Criminal Sexual Activity
(Council Bluffs) A Saskatchewan, Canada man was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for transporting a minor with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. According to public court docume...
Apr 15, 2025
Two Killed, One Critically Injured in Carroll County Accident
(Carroll Co) Two people were killed and one other was injured in a two-vehicle accident in Carroll County Monday evening. The Iowa State Patrol says a John Deere Tractor, driven by 51-year-old Troy Bl...
Apr 15, 2025
Suspect Killed in Officer-Involved Shooting on Interstate 80 in Dallas County
(Dallas Co) A traffic investigation early Tuesday morning escalated into a deadly confrontation when law enforcement officers were fired upon by a suspect near the 104-mile marker on Interstate 80 in ...
Apr 15, 2025
