Senator John Edwards will campaign in Algona this afternoon.
Staffers say he will appear at the Algona VFW Hall at 4:15 P.M. today.
Fog delayed the arrival of Democratic Candidate Joe Biden who appeared at Sister Sarah`s restaurant last night.
Monday, December 31, 2007
Fire at 200 Jones Street in Algona.
A house fire in the 200 block of Jones Street in Algona back on Saturday night. Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says an investigation into the cause will continue. The fire apparently started in a storage room above the porch,
According to the owner of the rental property there was no electricity in that room. The Landlord also stated that the recently renovated home was severely damaged by water and smoke.
According to the owner of the rental property there was no electricity in that room. The Landlord also stated that the recently renovated home was severely damaged by water and smoke.
Fog hinders travel.
The area had to contend with a dense fog advisory on this Monday morning.
Visibility reports have been less than a quarter mile at times or less.
Visibility reports have been less than a quarter mile at times or less.
Friday, December 28, 2007
House and car fire in Algona Thursday night.
The Algona Fire Department reports a couple of fires last night but no injuries in either instance.
Fire Chief Chuck Bell reports a house fire at 1614 East State Street near Bertha Godfrey Elementary School at 8:06 P.M. He says the fire was contained to the attic area of the home belonging to the Duane Walker family. Chief Bell says damage was minimal other than some smoke damage that led to some sheet rock removal in the garage and living room area. Earlier in the evening Chief Bell reported a car fire at 817 South Moore Street, he says a 1995 Chevy Alumina suffered engine damage. Chief Bell says the response time to both fire calls was one minute each instance from 22 volunteer fire fighters.
Fire Chief Chuck Bell reports a house fire at 1614 East State Street near Bertha Godfrey Elementary School at 8:06 P.M. He says the fire was contained to the attic area of the home belonging to the Duane Walker family. Chief Bell says damage was minimal other than some smoke damage that led to some sheet rock removal in the garage and living room area. Earlier in the evening Chief Bell reported a car fire at 817 South Moore Street, he says a 1995 Chevy Alumina suffered engine damage. Chief Bell says the response time to both fire calls was one minute each instance from 22 volunteer fire fighters.
Disposal of the X-Mas trees in Algona.
The City of Algona Public Works Department is out with its plan for tree pick up in the aftermath of Christmas Day. Public Works Director Chad Schaefer says pick up days will be Wednesday January 2nd and Thursday January 3rd, he says place trees by the curb, no wire, lights, plastic bags, and no tinsel. Schaeffer says people can drop off trees at the brush pile at Veterans Park if they so desire.
Fireworks show in Algona Sunday night.
A New Years style Fireworks show will be presented by the Algona Fire Department
Sunday night. Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says show time will be 7-P-M.
Chief Bell says the show will be situated to the west of Jack`s OK Tire Service on the north
side of Algona. He says traffic is prohibited from parking along either side of United States
Highway 18 at that time but there are plenty of other spots to view the fireworks show.
Sunday night. Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says show time will be 7-P-M.
Chief Bell says the show will be situated to the west of Jack`s OK Tire Service on the north
side of Algona. He says traffic is prohibited from parking along either side of United States
Highway 18 at that time but there are plenty of other spots to view the fireworks show.
Fort Dodge teen in accident dies.
A 15 year old high school sophomore from Fort Dodge High School has died
after a two vehicle accident south of Fort Dodge back on Tuesday morning of
this week. Kayla Jones died at Blank Children`s Hospital in Des Moines.
after a two vehicle accident south of Fort Dodge back on Tuesday morning of
this week. Kayla Jones died at Blank Children`s Hospital in Des Moines.
President Clinton stumps for Hillary.
Former President Bill Clinton appeared in Algona on behalf of his wife who is
running for President. The Clinton campaign selected Premiere Pizza for the appearance
for the second time. Hillary herself appeared at the Pizza and Mexican restaurant earlier this year. The room was jam packed at the time President Clinton who was introduced by former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack showed up, an overflow crowd listened at the Algona Welcome Center. President Clinton stumped for his wife, he talked about the importance of participating in the caucus process and talked about a number of subjects relating to the candidacy of
his wife. The Algona stop was his fifth of the day. President Clinton is now 61 years old.
Caucus Day in Iowa is six days away.
running for President. The Clinton campaign selected Premiere Pizza for the appearance
for the second time. Hillary herself appeared at the Pizza and Mexican restaurant earlier this year. The room was jam packed at the time President Clinton who was introduced by former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack showed up, an overflow crowd listened at the Algona Welcome Center. President Clinton stumped for his wife, he talked about the importance of participating in the caucus process and talked about a number of subjects relating to the candidacy of
his wife. The Algona stop was his fifth of the day. President Clinton is now 61 years old.
Caucus Day in Iowa is six days away.
Thursday, December 27, 2007
Caucus analysis.
An on time presence appears to be critical to the caucus process next Thursday night. According to materials distributed to the media a total attendance figure will be taken at each caucus precinct location, from that number the percentages will be taken from each presidential candidate preference group, a preference group must represent 15 percent of the total attendance figure in order to send a delegate representing that candidate to the Kossuth County Democratic Convention. It’s the election of a delegate that is the key to the caucus process. The caucus will not start until the attendance figure is on record. According to the agenda there will be 15 items from registration to adjournment.
Caucus factoids for you.
Members of the Democratic Party will caucus at 6:30 P.M. next Thursday night, Republicans will caucus at 7:00 P.M. that night. Republicans will caucus at O.B.Laing Middle School and Democrats will caucus for 22 precincts at 12 locations throughout Kossuth County. Refer to your voter registration card and call the Kossuth County Auditors office or the State Democratic Party website for your specific caucus location. Three residences in Kossuth County are being used as Democratic Caucus locations. The Nick Rahm home at rural Lone Rock,
The Joe and Ruth Loebach home in Portland Township and the Bernard Reilly home in Springfield Township.
All four Democratic precincts in Algona will caucus at O.B.Laing Middle School.
The Joe and Ruth Loebach home in Portland Township and the Bernard Reilly home in Springfield Township.
All four Democratic precincts in Algona will caucus at O.B.Laing Middle School.
Caucus time draws nearer.
We are a week away from Caucus time and there is lots of activity in the state of Iowa now that Christmas time has passed. Illinois Senator Barack Obama was as close as Fort Dodge yesterday as he made his fourth visit to that city. Delaware Senator Joe Biden will visit Sister Sarah`s restaurant on Sunday at 4pm. On the Republican side Arizona Senator John McCain will be in the Clear Lake/Mason City area for a town hall meeting at the Mason City Airport at 12:15 P.M. today. Kossuth County Democrats are conducting an invitation only get together with former President Bill Clinton this evening.
Teen critically hurt in Fort Dodge auto accident.
A teenager from Fort Dodge has been critically injured in a two vehicle accident yesterday. The State Patrol identifies the victim as 15 year old Kayla Jones who was taken to Trinity Regional Medical Center and then taken to Blank Children`s Hospital in Des Moines. The other driver was identified as 55 year old Jeanne Gibson of
Fort Dodge.
Fort Dodge.
The day after Christmas.
What a day it was yesterday for post holiday shoppers and returners the day after Christmas took place on a Tuesday.
Some retailers opened early. Stores were looking to lure bargain hunters and those spending gift cards that were received. December weather is viewed as a factor in
business that so far has turned out to be less than expected.
Some retailers opened early. Stores were looking to lure bargain hunters and those spending gift cards that were received. December weather is viewed as a factor in
business that so far has turned out to be less than expected.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
New from Tonic Sol Fa
One of Algona`s favorite groups Tonic Sol Fa is sending out free posters if you order their latest compact disc called “On Top Of the World. Member Shaun Johnson is a Bishop Garrigan Alum is says the c-d is being sold to last minute Christmas shoppers at www.tonicsolfa.com.
Johnson says the acapella group is down to the last few stops of their current tour including some New Years shows. The group did a Christmas Special that is being aired on Public Television.
Johnson says the acapella group is down to the last few stops of their current tour including some New Years shows. The group did a Christmas Special that is being aired on Public Television.
Hancock County Court Beat
On the Court Beat in Hancock County a 25 year old Britt man was convicted on charges of Theft in the Second Degree. Hancock County Attorney Karen Kauffman Salic says Jonathan Paul Mathies was convicted of the Class D felony stemming from a series of 44 checks written to the Britt Kum and Go store back in April. The sentencing was an indeterminate prison term not to exceed five years, to pay costs, attorney fees and 15 hundred dollars in victim restitution. The prison term was suspended and Mathies will serve two years probation under the supervision of the department of Correctional Services.
Money from Congress to clean up the former Frit Industries site at Humboldt.
Congress has passed a spending bill that allots 750-thousand dollars earmarked for clean up work in Humboldt of the facility formerly known as Frit Industries. City of Humboldt officials say there has not been production at the facility in 24 years. The site is contaminated with hazardous waste and plans have been in the works to clean it up and turn the property into an industrial park.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Project at Police headquarters.
A communications installation project continues at the Algona Police Department headquarters in Algona.
Algona City Administrator Cole O’Donnell says Electronic Specialities has been rewiring the non 911 Emergancy Phone System this week and plan to be done with the work on Friday.
Algona City Administrator Cole O’Donnell says Electronic Specialities has been rewiring the non 911 Emergancy Phone System this week and plan to be done with the work on Friday.
Snow back in the picture.
More snow is in the forecast for Friday night and Saturday. Forecasters at this point are calling for a 60 percent chance of snow Friday and 50 percent on Saturday. People are urged to keep an ear on the
latest weather forecast.
latest weather forecast.
Algona K-Mart workers arrested on theft charges.
The Algona Police Department reports four subjects were arrested who worked at K-Mart on theft related charges. Sergeant Barb Stence identifies the subjects as 27 year old Tiffany Stuflick of Algona, 23 year old Margaret Vaudt of Algona, 18 year old Samantha Weir of Bradgate, and 27 year old Darcy Chase of Algona. Sergeant Stence says the alleged thefts; all involving general merchandise took place over a three month period ending December 12th. She says the stores loss prevention officer conducted investigations which lead to the arrests on the charges which are all simple and serious misdemeanors.
Farmland values in Kossuth County.
The average price for an acre of farmland in Kossuth County rose 22 point four percent in the last year according to a survey from Iowa State Extension.
According to the statistics: the average price for an acre of farmland in Kossuth County was four thousand 537
Dollars a price that is well above the statewide average.
The Kossuth County Farmland value is higher per acre on average than four of the six surrounding counties in the Klga listening area. The rise in Iowa farmland value is the greatest since the Bi-Centenial year of 1976 31 years ago. Experts say the developing biofuels industry is increasing demand for crops.
According to the statistics: the average price for an acre of farmland in Kossuth County was four thousand 537
Dollars a price that is well above the statewide average.
The Kossuth County Farmland value is higher per acre on average than four of the six surrounding counties in the Klga listening area. The rise in Iowa farmland value is the greatest since the Bi-Centenial year of 1976 31 years ago. Experts say the developing biofuels industry is increasing demand for crops.
Operation Kemna
For over three years, “Operation Kemna, Iowa Cares” has been paying for postage and sending care packages to our local deployed soldiers. Each year, Snap-on Tools of Algona has donated a roll cab for the Kemna employees to raffle off as a fundraiser to keep sending those packages. Spokeswoman Pam Ridner says they are sending packages to Algona and Fort Dodge soldiers, totaling up to 93 individuals and costing about 15 hundred dollars each time a package is sent. And the fundraiser will conclude this Friday with the drawing for the Snap-on Tools roll cab, with a broadcast on KLGA. Ridner says that while fundraising happens once a year, our soldiers need to be remembered all the time. Donations of funds or items are always welcome. Contact Pam at Kemna’s at 295-2006 for more information. The Snap-on roll cab drawing for “Operation Kemna, Iowa Cares” is Friday morning.
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Public hearings on the whole grade sharing agreement at Sentral and North Kossuth.
Dual Public Hearings were held at Sentral School at rural Fenton and at North Kossuth at Swea City about a whole grade sharing agreement that is proposed by the two sides. Some 39 people attending the hearing at Sentral and 25 people attended the hearing at Swea City.
According to the School Board Secretaries 30 days must elapse before action on finalizing the five year agreement can take place. The elementary set up would remain the same while middle school students would go to Sentral and high school students would go to Swea City.
The agreement if signed by both parties would go into effect the first of July next year. Qualified employees who are laid off or contracts are terminated as a result of the agreement next spring may be entitled to preferential hiring in the partner district in any additional positions added due to the need for additional staff. Based on the numbers of students in school North Kossuth would pick up 67 percent of the tab and Sentral would pay 33 percent. Numbers wise 40 ninth, tenth and eleventh graders would go from Sentral to North Kossuth and 70 sixth, seventh and eighth graders would go from North Kossuth to Sentral.
According to the School Board Secretaries 30 days must elapse before action on finalizing the five year agreement can take place. The elementary set up would remain the same while middle school students would go to Sentral and high school students would go to Swea City.
The agreement if signed by both parties would go into effect the first of July next year. Qualified employees who are laid off or contracts are terminated as a result of the agreement next spring may be entitled to preferential hiring in the partner district in any additional positions added due to the need for additional staff. Based on the numbers of students in school North Kossuth would pick up 67 percent of the tab and Sentral would pay 33 percent. Numbers wise 40 ninth, tenth and eleventh graders would go from Sentral to North Kossuth and 70 sixth, seventh and eighth graders would go from North Kossuth to Sentral.
Algona Fire Department called to Huskamp Haven on False Alarm.
The Algona Fire Department got called to the Huskamp Haven Assisted Living facility on Monday afternoon. Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says an alarm malfunctioned and there was no fire. No one was hurt and some 19 Volunteer Firefighter respondents were on the scene for less than half an hour.
Work taking place at Algona Police Headquarters.
Some construction work is taking place at Algona Police headquarters this week. Algona City Administrator Cole O'Donnell says a new phone system is being put in place, the regular 9-1-1 phone system is not impacted by the work but the regular everyday phone system is being rewired by workers.
Algona Doctor Steve Richards runs for Iowa State Representative District 15 seat.
Algona Doctor Stephen Richards says he is running for the State House District 15 seat for this region of the State of Iowa. Richards says he wants to combine his experiences as a Doctor, a member of the military and many service organizations to become a state lawmaker. Richards is running as a Republican with no prior political experience. He seeks the House of Representative seat presently held by incumbent Delores Mertz a Democrat from rural Ottosen. Mertz has not said yet whether she will run again.
Algona City Council meets at City Hall.
The Algona City Council approved a five thousand dollar contribution to the 150th
edition of the Kossuth County Fair at the latest meeting at City Hall.
Liz Hurlburt and Rick Klien members of the Kossuth County Fairboard spoke to Council
and said they had fundraiser efforts underway and that The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors had been providing matching funds for the 150th Committees efforts.
Other happenings at the Council meeting, the Algona Fire Department was given permission to hold a New Year`s style fireworks show the evening of December 30th at 7-PM.
Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says the location will be the field next to Jack`s OK Tire Service.
The Kossuth County Drift Skippers snowmobiling organization was given permission to do some trail grooming within the city limits of Algona.
edition of the Kossuth County Fair at the latest meeting at City Hall.
Liz Hurlburt and Rick Klien members of the Kossuth County Fairboard spoke to Council
and said they had fundraiser efforts underway and that The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors had been providing matching funds for the 150th Committees efforts.
Other happenings at the Council meeting, the Algona Fire Department was given permission to hold a New Year`s style fireworks show the evening of December 30th at 7-PM.
Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says the location will be the field next to Jack`s OK Tire Service.
The Kossuth County Drift Skippers snowmobiling organization was given permission to do some trail grooming within the city limits of Algona.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Red Cross Christmas gifts touted.
The Regional Chapter of The American Red Cross is offering some Red Cross related Christmas gifts this Holiday Season. Communications Director Bill Campbell says the Red Cross is offering a compact First Aid Kit one can store in the glove box for five dollars, he says a more complete kit that would store in a fanny pack retails for 10 dollars, Campbell says an Emergency Crank Radio is very popular, it features AM/FM and TV audio and has seven National Weather Service Frequencies, it has an alarm function, and enables the charging of cell phones,
Campbell says the device is perfect for emergency situations as power is generated through a hand crank.
He says radio retails for 45 dollars; the items are available through the Iowa Great Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross located at Gateway North in Spencer at 1900 North Grand, Suite D-3. Office hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday; the toll free number is 1-888-292-1574.
Campbell says the device is perfect for emergency situations as power is generated through a hand crank.
He says radio retails for 45 dollars; the items are available through the Iowa Great Lakes Chapter of the American Red Cross located at Gateway North in Spencer at 1900 North Grand, Suite D-3. Office hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday; the toll free number is 1-888-292-1574.
Kossuth County Fairboard to have monthly meeting in Algona Wednesday.
The Kossuth County Fairboard will meet Wednesday evening at Iowa State Extension headquarters in Algona.
The meeting will begin at 7:30. A lot of business related to next summers County Fair which will mark the 150th Avniversary of the long history of the Kossuth County Fair.
The meeting will begin at 7:30. A lot of business related to next summers County Fair which will mark the 150th Avniversary of the long history of the Kossuth County Fair.
Accident in Eagle Township.
The Kossuth County Sheriffs Department reports a one vehicle accident in the Eagle Township area near the Minnesota border on Kossuth County Road A-16 near County Road P-16. Deputy Charles Robinson says in an accident report that the driver is identified as 37 year old Dana Smith of Swea City who was driving a 2004 Toyota Tacoma pick up truck. According to the accident report the vehicle was going eastbound and hit an icy patch when control was apparently lost and the vehicle went into the north ditch and rolled one time. The accident report indicates that a passenger in the Smith vehicle 41 year old Dennis Doocy of Lone Rock was injured. No word on Doocy`s injury status was made available.
Caucus time draws near.
17 days to go until caucus time. Republicans in Kossuth County will caucus at O-B Laing Middle School while several facilities in the County will be used for the Democrats. Google Iowa Democratic Party on a search enginue if you wish to find your specific caucus location. Refer to your voter registration card for your precinct number. Republicans will caucus the night of Janury 3rd at 7-PM, Democrats that night will caucus at 6:30.
Obama visits Algona.
Illinois Senator and Democratic Presidential Candidate Barack Obama visited Algona and the commons area of Algona High School yesterday. A large crowd heard Obama give some remarks and then answer questions during a a visit that lasted an hour. It was the first visit to Algona by Senator Obama since Easter time last spring also at Algona High School. The visit was well orchestrated by the Obama campaign staff, a contingent of national media followed Obama around as he made stops in Mason City, Algona, Emmetsburg, Esterville and Spirit Lake on the day.
Friday, December 14, 2007
Bridge project update.
Work will be continuing on the bridge project over the East Fork of the Des Moines River even though old man winter has arrived. Project Engineer Roy Gelhaus of the State Department of Transportation office based out of Britt says bridge abutments on the east side of the bridge project on U-S Highway 169 are done and pilings are being driven by workers. Next week concrete footings are slated to be poured. Gelhaus says the Contractor is Christensen Brothers of Cherokee who plan to work in one way shape or form through the balance of the winter so the paving process can go quickly and smoothly come spring time. Taxi service which was offered after hours for a while has ceased after sidewalk space was created on the far west side of the bridge. Two lane traffic has been in effect since the outset of the project last spring.
Accident in Lotts Creek township.
The next weekly meeting for the Kossuth County Board of Supervisors will be next Tuesday at 9-A.M. in the Supervisors Board Room on the 1st Floor of the Kossuth County Courthouse. The Supervisors at that time will work through 10 items of business according to a published agenda. The Kossuth County Economic Development Corporation will make a budget presentation and the timing on that event will be 9:45 A.M. Also due to make a presentation will be representatives of Kossuth County Emergancy Medical Service who will talk about their budget needs for the next fiscal year. The Supervisors during the meeting are also expected to appoint a Manager of the Kossuth County Transfer Station at rural Burt. There is a time for public discussion that is set for 9:05 A.M. if the public wishes to dicuss any matter with the Supervisors that is not on the regular agenda.
Board of Supervisors meet Tuesday.
The next weekly meeting for the Kossuth County Board of Supervisors will be next Tuesday at 9-A.M. in the Supervisors Board Room on the 1st Floor of the Kossuth County Courthouse. The Supervisors at that time will work through 10 items of business according to a published agenda. The Kossuth County Economic Development Corporation will make a budget presentation
And the timing on that event will be 9:45 A.M. Also due to make a presentation will be representatives of
Kossuth County Emergancy Medical Service who will talk about their budget needs for the next fiscal year.
The Supervisors during the meeting are also expected to appoint a Manager of the Kossuth County Transfer Station at rural Burt. There is a time for public discussion that is set for 9:05 A.M. if the public wishes to dicuss any matter with the Supervisors that is not on the regular agenda.
And the timing on that event will be 9:45 A.M. Also due to make a presentation will be representatives of
Kossuth County Emergancy Medical Service who will talk about their budget needs for the next fiscal year.
The Supervisors during the meeting are also expected to appoint a Manager of the Kossuth County Transfer Station at rural Burt. There is a time for public discussion that is set for 9:05 A.M. if the public wishes to dicuss any matter with the Supervisors that is not on the regular agenda.
Women accused of attempted murder of mother appears in court.
A woman from Ventura who is accused of trying to murder her mother with a frying pan appeared at a preliminary court hearing at Garner. Valerie Hasbrouck is charged with attempted murder and is being held at the Hancock County Jail. She was arrested back on December 3rd. No arraignment date has been scheduled in Hancock County District Court.
Accident in Grant Township.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s Department reports a one vehicle accident 11 miles northeast of Swea City on 120th Avenue in Grant Township just south of the Minnesota Border which is at 510th Street. A spokesperson says the driver is identified as 45 year old Margie Liebl of Blue Earth Minnesota who was driving a 2005 Nissan Altima which sustained some 25 hundred dollars in estimated damage.
Fatal accident in Palo Alto County.
One person has died and another person seriously injured in a crash in rural Palo Alto County yesterday morning.
The Iowa State Patrol identifies the victim as 22 year old Robert J.Biddle of Emmetsburg, the injured person is identified as 78 year old Mary Gappa of Ayrshire, she was taken by helicopter to Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City. The accident happened at 560th Avenue and 340th Street, Biddle was in a 2002 Chevy pick up while Gappa was driving a 1996 Ford Windstar Van. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
The Iowa State Patrol identifies the victim as 22 year old Robert J.Biddle of Emmetsburg, the injured person is identified as 78 year old Mary Gappa of Ayrshire, she was taken by helicopter to Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City. The accident happened at 560th Avenue and 340th Street, Biddle was in a 2002 Chevy pick up while Gappa was driving a 1996 Ford Windstar Van. The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Obama to visit Algona Sunday.
In political news Illinois Senator Barack Obama will visit Algona on Sunday afternoon. Linda Vaught of the Kossuth County Democratic Party says the location will be at Algona High School with the doors opening at 11:45 A.M. and the Obama remarks at 12:30 P.M. Vaught says normally entities are not granted access to Algona High School on Sundays because of cost and logistical factors. This will be Senator Obama`s first visit to Algona since several months earlier this year. His wife Michelle visited an Algona residence a couple months back. The Democratic Presidential Caucuses will be held January Third a Thursday night
and will be called to order that night at 6:30 P.M.
and will be called to order that night at 6:30 P.M.
Rodman Fire Department gets grant money.
The Volunteer Fire Chief of Rodman says he and the 12 individuals that comprise the Rodman Volunteer Fire Department are thrilled with the news of a 62-thousand-358-dollar grant from the Assistance to Firefighters Program from the U-S Department of Homeland Security.
Paul Hunter is Volunteer Fire Chief of Rodman and says the plan is to purchase some airtanks for interior firefighting purposes along with a fill station, turnout gear and some hoses. Hunter who is a certified state firefighter safety trainer says the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program is the only way to procure funds to buy equipment upgrades, he says fire equipment is not cheap and the usual fundraising methods don`t always do the trick. The word of the grant money for the Rodman Fire Department was received from the office of U-S Senator Tom Harkin.
Paul Hunter is Volunteer Fire Chief of Rodman and says the plan is to purchase some airtanks for interior firefighting purposes along with a fill station, turnout gear and some hoses. Hunter who is a certified state firefighter safety trainer says the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program is the only way to procure funds to buy equipment upgrades, he says fire equipment is not cheap and the usual fundraising methods don`t always do the trick. The word of the grant money for the Rodman Fire Department was received from the office of U-S Senator Tom Harkin.
Good news for some Hancock County grant recipients.
The Hancock County Foundation has distributed some 54-thousand dollars in grant money to 18 entities in Hancock County. The recipients include:
The City of Corwith recieved over four thousand dollars for a picnic table and park benches.
The Food Bank in Britt recieved one thousand dollars to purchase beef and pork products.
The Britt Police Department recieved over four thousand dollars for a radar trailer and radar unit.
The Britt Fire Department recived three thousand dollars in extrication equipment.
The Britt Draft Horse Association recieved 35 hundred dollars to replace wooden horse stalls.
And the Hancock County Fairboard recieved six thousand dollars for new building construction.
The City of Corwith recieved over four thousand dollars for a picnic table and park benches.
The Food Bank in Britt recieved one thousand dollars to purchase beef and pork products.
The Britt Police Department recieved over four thousand dollars for a radar trailer and radar unit.
The Britt Fire Department recived three thousand dollars in extrication equipment.
The Britt Draft Horse Association recieved 35 hundred dollars to replace wooden horse stalls.
And the Hancock County Fairboard recieved six thousand dollars for new building construction.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Follow up notes from the Palo Alto Board of Supervisors meeting.
At this week’s meeting of the Palo Alto County Board of Supervisors at Emmetsburg, the Supervisors passed a resolution to submit an application for funding assistance to the Palo Alto County Gaming Development Corporation. Board Chairman Ron Graettinger says the intent is to seek grant money for the purpose of upgrading the pavilion at the Palo Alto County Fairgrounds. The Supervisors passed a resolution encouraging the State Legislature to do something about the local liability of potential lawsuits that could be filed by families of Ragbrai riders who die during the course of the week’s ride against the Counties the riders were in at the time. A recent lawsuit against Crawford County was cited as an example. Kris Ausborn President of the Palo Alto County Economic Development Corporation and also Executive Director of the Group Maureen Elbert spoke to the Supervisors and touted the accomplishments of the organization; Extension Education Director Bob Behkendorf also spoke and touted the Extension partnership between the two counties.
Iowa Lakes Board of Trustees meet on the Esterville campus.
The Board of Trustees of Iowa Lakes Community College received an update on the bookstores located at the college during their meeting Tuesday afternoon in Estherville.
Sandra Naig, bookstore coordinator, addressed the wide range of items available at the college stores. Obviously, textbooks are the main staple of the inventory and the stores are extremely busy at the beginning of each term. Bookstores are located in Emmetsburg, Estherville and Spencer. Students in Algona and Spirit Lakes are served by a traveling store which makes at least one trip each term to those campuses.
In recent years, the bookstores have seen a big increase in textbooks for online classes. In addition, secondary programs (with area high schools) continue to see higher numbers. Those books are often ‘rented’ for the term and returned at the end of the class. Along with those changes, the staff at the bookstores are continually adapting to new trends – including “eBooks.”
Naig stressed the importance of the student and that her staffs’ number one priority is to provide excellent customer service to students, staff, faculty and the public. As a way to ‘give back,’ the bookstores sponsor seven $200 scholarships that are given out each spring and fall. The funds are always appreciated and Naig read a thank you note from one student.
Also during the meeting, the Trustees accepted a donated wind nacelle to help improve learning experiences for students in the Wind Energy and Turbine Technology program on the Estherville campus. And, they received an update on progress toward the construction on the Regional Emergency Response Training Center located in Emmetsburg.
In other business, the Trustees approved grant applications to be submitted to the Palo Alto County Development Corporation; approved 260F training agreements with area companies; heard reports from fellow members on committees and councils; and listened to other routine reports from staff.
The next meeting will be held Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008.
Sandra Naig, bookstore coordinator, addressed the wide range of items available at the college stores. Obviously, textbooks are the main staple of the inventory and the stores are extremely busy at the beginning of each term. Bookstores are located in Emmetsburg, Estherville and Spencer. Students in Algona and Spirit Lakes are served by a traveling store which makes at least one trip each term to those campuses.
In recent years, the bookstores have seen a big increase in textbooks for online classes. In addition, secondary programs (with area high schools) continue to see higher numbers. Those books are often ‘rented’ for the term and returned at the end of the class. Along with those changes, the staff at the bookstores are continually adapting to new trends – including “eBooks.”
Naig stressed the importance of the student and that her staffs’ number one priority is to provide excellent customer service to students, staff, faculty and the public. As a way to ‘give back,’ the bookstores sponsor seven $200 scholarships that are given out each spring and fall. The funds are always appreciated and Naig read a thank you note from one student.
Also during the meeting, the Trustees accepted a donated wind nacelle to help improve learning experiences for students in the Wind Energy and Turbine Technology program on the Estherville campus. And, they received an update on progress toward the construction on the Regional Emergency Response Training Center located in Emmetsburg.
In other business, the Trustees approved grant applications to be submitted to the Palo Alto County Development Corporation; approved 260F training agreements with area companies; heard reports from fellow members on committees and councils; and listened to other routine reports from staff.
The next meeting will be held Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008.
Accident victims in Hamilton County identified.
The identities of two people who were killed in a car/semi trailer accident in Hamilton County have been made known. The state patrol identifies the victims as 16 year old Richard Goettsch and 17 year old Micheal Carpenter who were both students at Webster City High School, two other students were hurt in the accident, 15 year old Jamie Johnson of Webster City and 16 year old Nevin Reed of Duncombe. The accident happened near Highview on Iowa Highway 17.
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Kossuth County Board of Supervisors meet.
A weekly meeting Tuesday for the Kossuth County Board of Supervisors at the County Courthouse. Chairman Jack Plathe says the Supervisors are fresh off a district meeting in Charles City and also an annual drainage meeting in Fort Dodge, Supervisor Don Besch says they enjoyed hearing Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey speak at the drainage meeting. Luke Kollasch was given the go ahead to building a hog confinement operation in the Irvington Township area by the State Environmental Protection Commission during a hearing in Des Moines attended by Supervisors Plathe and Besch. Meanwhile Don Miller was honored with a retirement certificate as he is stepping down after 37 years of service to the County as Manager of the Landfill. A presentation was made by Kirk Hayes of the Kossuth Community Foundation, Hayes asked for 2,000 dollars in a budget request, a figure that is 50% less than requested last year. Hayes says 50-thousand dollars was distributed to 39 entities all across Kossuth County last year. He says the deadline for applications for 2008 has been moved up to February 15th, for distribution in April.
School Board follow up notes.
The Algona School Board talked finances as they met in monthly session Monday night. School Superintendent Marty Fonley says there is one point two million dollars in overspending that must be worked out as time passes through various means; he says the School Board talked about bringing in a financial advisor from the Iowa Association of School Boards and also some consultation with the State Department of Education in Des Moines
to help pave the way. Fonley says the solution is not short term but needs to be stretched out over time. The yearly budget process will begin to take shape after the first of the New Year and be finalized in March or April.
Both Chairs of the Facility Study Committee spoke to
School Board and talked about the recommendations of making a Middle School addition to the High School and eventually closing one of the Elementary Buildings in town as the population level warrants. Fonley says both issues have been talked about before and there is no firm time table for taking action on either plan at this point.
to help pave the way. Fonley says the solution is not short term but needs to be stretched out over time. The yearly budget process will begin to take shape after the first of the New Year and be finalized in March or April.
Both Chairs of the Facility Study Committee spoke to
School Board and talked about the recommendations of making a Middle School addition to the High School and eventually closing one of the Elementary Buildings in town as the population level warrants. Fonley says both issues have been talked about before and there is no firm time table for taking action on either plan at this point.
Fire destroys a house at Lehigh.
A house fire at Lehigh left a man homeless. Lehigh Volunteer Fire Chief Justin Murray says the fire broke out about one o clock in the morning, the occupant Brian Gilliland escaped okay, the blaze rekindled some 12 hours after apparently being brought under control.
Two killed in Hamilton County accident.
There was a bad accident in Hamilton County last night.
The State Patrol says two people were killed and two people injured in a car versus semi crash near Highview on Iowa Highway 17. The car caught fire after impact.
No names have been released as of yet.
The State Patrol says two people were killed and two people injured in a car versus semi crash near Highview on Iowa Highway 17. The car caught fire after impact.
No names have been released as of yet.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Algona High Speech competes at Forest City Indian Invitational.
The Algona Speech Team started their speech season with a Sweepstakes trophy win on Saturday. The Bulldogs traveled to the Indian Speech Invitational in Forest City to compete in both large group and individual categories. "This is a practice contest to get us ready for District Large Group," said coach Jessica Laaveg, "I was excited to see our students perform so well--especially the seniors, who are showing great leadership." The Bulldogs competed in the group categories of Choral Reading, Readers' Theatre, Ensemble Acting, and Group Improvisation; they also competed in the individual categories of Acting, Storytelling, Prose Interpretation, Poetry Interpretation, Literary Program, and Individual Improvisation. Out of 68 total performances, the Bulldogs earned 60 Division I (Excellent) ratings and eight Division II (Good) ratings. The Bulldogs' Choral Readers and Readers' Theatre groups took first place out of twelve teams, and the group improvisation team of Andy Behkendorf, Collin Fett, and Alex Shockley also received first place honors. Earning first place in individual categories were Neil Moe in improvisation, Patrick Gerhardt in Literary Program, Tory Metzger in Prose Interpretation, and Caleb Fortune in Storytelling. Algona High School also earned numerous second, third, and fourth-places. This is the fifth straight team sweepstakes trophy win for the Algona Speech team. Their next contest is District Large Group Contest in Spencer on January 19th.
Accidents in Kossuth County.
The Kossuth County Sheriff’s Department reported a couple of accidents over the weekend. The first accident was just north of Algona on U-S Highway 169, Deputy Dwayne Eden says the drivers are identified as 54 year old Gary Knudtson of Kensett driving a 2000 Chevy pick up truck; driver two according to the accident report is 23 year old Greg Hosch of Spirit Lake who was driving a 2007 Chevy Impala. The accident report says it was a rear ender type of accident, a Northwood Iowa man 51 year old Kieth Low a passenger was hurt, a report on his status and condition was not available. A two vehicle accident took place two miles north of Whittemore on Iowa Highway 15 in Lotts Creek Township.
Deputy Ray Frederich says the drivers are identified as 61 year old James Hefti of Algona in a semi truck, and 65 year old Norman Magg of Spirit Lake who was driving a School Bus for the Spirit Lake School District. The semi was southbound and the School Bus was north bound, it was snowing at the time and the two vehicles struck each other, there was some 35 hundred dollars damage between the two vehicles, no one was apparently hurt, the accident happened Saturday night at 6:20 P-M.
Deputy Ray Frederich says the drivers are identified as 61 year old James Hefti of Algona in a semi truck, and 65 year old Norman Magg of Spirit Lake who was driving a School Bus for the Spirit Lake School District. The semi was southbound and the School Bus was north bound, it was snowing at the time and the two vehicles struck each other, there was some 35 hundred dollars damage between the two vehicles, no one was apparently hurt, the accident happened Saturday night at 6:20 P-M.
Algona Police Department report.
The Algona Police Department reports two accidents and three arrests over the weekend. Assistant Police Chief Curt Schipper says there was a vehicle versus parked vehicle accident back on Friday afternoon, Theodore Stusse was the driver and there was a thousand dollars worth of damage between the two vehicles. On Saturday there was a two vehicle accident at North and Harlan Streets, no full names released yet and some 65-hundred dollars in estimated damage. On Saturday night there was a report of an unwanted person at a house in the 11-hundred block of East North Street, 43 year old James Wayne Rockhold was arrested on a charge of Disorderly Conduct. 31 year old Samantha Ann Cook of Algona was
Arrested on an arrest warrant out of Kossuth County, and 44 year old Carl Anthony Hill of Burt was arrested on a charge of Driving While Suspended and other charges are also pending against him.
Arrested on an arrest warrant out of Kossuth County, and 44 year old Carl Anthony Hill of Burt was arrested on a charge of Driving While Suspended and other charges are also pending against him.
Chief Bell hurts himself in a fall.
Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says the Algona Fire Chief is very pleased to be receiving funds from the Department of Homeland Security. Chief Bell says the goal at this point is to fund the purchase of a tanker to replace a model that is vintage 1978. The Chief says funds will come from a variety of sources to fund the purchase.
Meanwhile Chief Bell suffered a fall helping with the snow removal process on Sunday December 2nd, he says he was working on a snow removal tractor at the fire house and was on foot when he slipped, he says his shoulder broke the fall but he did break vertebrae in his back. Chief Bell says he is able to get out of the house but will not be able to work for a while.
Meanwhile Chief Bell suffered a fall helping with the snow removal process on Sunday December 2nd, he says he was working on a snow removal tractor at the fire house and was on foot when he slipped, he says his shoulder broke the fall but he did break vertebrae in his back. Chief Bell says he is able to get out of the house but will not be able to work for a while.
Snowmobilers are out and about.
Last weekend was an active weekend for snowmobile enthusiasts in Kossuth County. Jeremy Walker is President of the Kossuth County Drift Skippers and says the latest snow was very welcome for a season of snowmobiling that got underway early. Walker says signage work has been underway and as more snow accumulates grooming work will be taking place.
Walker says riders are encouraged to operate carefully, he also says a membership drive will be taking place for the Kossuth County Drift Skippers on Monday December 17th at 6pm at Algona Machine and Supply. One other group of snowmobilers in Kossuth County is also busy with activities this season and that is the “Snow Eagles” who are based out of Lakota.
Walker says riders are encouraged to operate carefully, he also says a membership drive will be taking place for the Kossuth County Drift Skippers on Monday December 17th at 6pm at Algona Machine and Supply. One other group of snowmobilers in Kossuth County is also busy with activities this season and that is the “Snow Eagles” who are based out of Lakota.
Crews are out today for snow removal.
Public Works crews under the direction of Kurt Nielson are on the job early today. Snow removal is the order of the day after more snow fell on Saturday. The crews are working the 3-am to 11-am shift. Motorist should be wary that crews are out and about doing their jobs.
The Vilsacks visit Algona
Former Governor Tom Vilsack and former First Lady Christy Vilsack visited Algona yesterday and the Family Table Restaurant to educate people about the caucus process. Governor Vilsack tells our KLGA blog that the caucus process is not as complicated as people think, all it takes is finding out when and where and show up. The Vilsacks encourage taking a buddy to the caucus to ensure that there will be at least one friendly face on hand to help lead the way.
Governor Vilsack tells us that they have been very busy since leaving office and residence at Terrace Hill in Des Moines. He says he is teaching at both Drake and Iowa State and also practicing law. He says Christy will be making announcement about an opportunity for herself shortly after the first of the new year. The Vilsacks divide their time between Des Moines and their hometown of Mount Pleasant. Caucus night is December third, the websites of both the Democratic and Republican Parties have listings of the caucus locations.
Governor Vilsack tells us that they have been very busy since leaving office and residence at Terrace Hill in Des Moines. He says he is teaching at both Drake and Iowa State and also practicing law. He says Christy will be making announcement about an opportunity for herself shortly after the first of the new year. The Vilsacks divide their time between Des Moines and their hometown of Mount Pleasant. Caucus night is December third, the websites of both the Democratic and Republican Parties have listings of the caucus locations.
Saturday, December 8, 2007
weather related announcements
CORN BELT CHORUS WILL BE SINGING IN TITONKA
TONIGHT AT THE PLANNED MEETING PLACES.
The Algona Family Ymca has postponed a teen dance to December 15th from 7:30 to 10:30 P.M
Family Fun night at the West Bend United Methodist Church postponed to December 16th following the soup, pot luck and caroling event.
TONIGHT AT THE PLANNED MEETING PLACES.
The Algona Family Ymca has postponed a teen dance to December 15th from 7:30 to 10:30 P.M
Family Fun night at the West Bend United Methodist Church postponed to December 16th following the soup, pot luck and caroling event.
Friday, December 7, 2007
Vandalism reported at Sentral School.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s office daily call report indicates an act of vandalism reported at Sentral School at rural Fenton. The front door of the school building was hit by paint balls, the act of vandalism was reported at 7:30 A.M. this morning.
Kossuth County Accidents.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s Department has had a busy time of it since the snow and ice storm last Saturday and its subsequent aftermath.
There was a one vehicle accident at rural Luverne four miles north east of town at County Roads B-63 and P-66 in Luverne Township. Sheriff`s Deputy Roger Fisher identifies the driver in an accident report as Alesha Carroll of Luverne in a 2001 Buick LaSabre. According to the accident report the driver was going east and lost control on a slick road and the vehicle went into the north ditch rolling up onto its side. No one was hurt.
No citations were issued and the vehicle suffered some 25 hundred dollars in estimated damage. Another one vehicle accident took place southwest of Wesley on 200th Avenue near County Road B-46 in Prairie Township. Deputy Steve Kollasch identifies the driver as 41 year old Noel Rahm of Wesley in a 1996 Dodge 2500 pick up truck. The accident report indicates control was apparently lost on an icy road and the vehicle entered the west ditch going northbound and the vehicle rolled and landed on its side. Rahm was taken to Kossuth Regional Health Cener for treatment of possible injuries. Four thousand dollars in estimated damage to the Rahm vehicle.
There was a one vehicle accident at rural Luverne four miles north east of town at County Roads B-63 and P-66 in Luverne Township. Sheriff`s Deputy Roger Fisher identifies the driver in an accident report as Alesha Carroll of Luverne in a 2001 Buick LaSabre. According to the accident report the driver was going east and lost control on a slick road and the vehicle went into the north ditch rolling up onto its side. No one was hurt.
No citations were issued and the vehicle suffered some 25 hundred dollars in estimated damage. Another one vehicle accident took place southwest of Wesley on 200th Avenue near County Road B-46 in Prairie Township. Deputy Steve Kollasch identifies the driver as 41 year old Noel Rahm of Wesley in a 1996 Dodge 2500 pick up truck. The accident report indicates control was apparently lost on an icy road and the vehicle entered the west ditch going northbound and the vehicle rolled and landed on its side. Rahm was taken to Kossuth Regional Health Cener for treatment of possible injuries. Four thousand dollars in estimated damage to the Rahm vehicle.
Thursday, December 6, 2007
cancellations/postponements for December 7th:
Bishop Garrigan and Seton will have a 2 hour late start this morning.
A snow emergancy for the city of Algona in in effect.
West Bend Mallard is two hours late.
TRV is two hours late.
Cwl is two hours late.
WCLT is two hours late.
North Iowa is two hours late.
Iowa Lakes Community College: a 10-am starts for all classes and offices at all five campuses.
Other late starts in the region:
Britt West Hancock
Emmetsburg Public and Catholic
Pocahontas Area
Eagle Grove
Fort Dodge
Humboldt including St.Mary`s
Belmond Klemme is running 90 minutes late
Clarion Goldfield is 90 minutes late.
Garner Hayfield 2 hours late
Lake Mills is 2 hours late
Hampton Dumont is 2 hours late.
Southeast Webster Grand is an hour late
Webster City Schools are two hours late
Chorale reading at Algona high School will take place at 9:30 this morning.
Freshmen basketball practice at Algona High School will be at 3:30 this afternoon.
Boys at the middle school and the girls at Lucia Wallace.
Small World Pre School is West Bend is open 10-am to noon today.
A snow emergancy for the city of Algona in in effect.
West Bend Mallard is two hours late.
TRV is two hours late.
Cwl is two hours late.
WCLT is two hours late.
North Iowa is two hours late.
Iowa Lakes Community College: a 10-am starts for all classes and offices at all five campuses.
Other late starts in the region:
Britt West Hancock
Emmetsburg Public and Catholic
Pocahontas Area
Eagle Grove
Fort Dodge
Humboldt including St.Mary`s
Belmond Klemme is running 90 minutes late
Clarion Goldfield is 90 minutes late.
Garner Hayfield 2 hours late
Lake Mills is 2 hours late
Hampton Dumont is 2 hours late.
Southeast Webster Grand is an hour late
Webster City Schools are two hours late
Chorale reading at Algona high School will take place at 9:30 this morning.
Freshmen basketball practice at Algona High School will be at 3:30 this afternoon.
Boys at the middle school and the girls at Lucia Wallace.
Small World Pre School is West Bend is open 10-am to noon today.
Accident near Ledyard.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s Department reports a one vehicle accident three miles east of Ledyard on 460th Street also known as Kossuth County road A-30 near U-S Highway 169 along the Springfield/Ledyard township line.
Kossuth County Sheriff`s Deputy Steve Smith identifies the driver as 19 year old Rafeal Castillo of Gilmore City who was driving a 1994 Oldmobile Achieva. The Accident reports states that Castillo was going eastbound on A-30 and lost control on an icy surface and went into the right hand ditch and the vehicle rolled onto its top. The driver was not seriously hurt. Some 19-hundred dollars in estimated damage to the Castillio vehicle.
Kossuth County Sheriff`s Deputy Steve Smith identifies the driver as 19 year old Rafeal Castillo of Gilmore City who was driving a 1994 Oldmobile Achieva. The Accident reports states that Castillo was going eastbound on A-30 and lost control on an icy surface and went into the right hand ditch and the vehicle rolled onto its top. The driver was not seriously hurt. Some 19-hundred dollars in estimated damage to the Castillio vehicle.
Two vehicle accident just south of Algona.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s Department reported a two vehicle accident just south of Algona on highway 169. Deputy Steve Kollasch identifies the drivers as 31 year old Christopher Frerichs of Emmetsburg and Etta Pergande of Algona. According to an accident report
Both drivers were going south and both were trying to turn at Wood Acres drive. Frerichs was cited on a charge of Unsafe Turn, Pergande was cited for having an expired drivers license. Frerichs apparently was not hurt, Pergande said she would seek her own medical treatment for a possible neck inury. 35 hundred dollars in estimated damage between the two vehicles involved, a 2005 Dodge Ram and a 2000 Ford Explorer.
Both drivers were going south and both were trying to turn at Wood Acres drive. Frerichs was cited on a charge of Unsafe Turn, Pergande was cited for having an expired drivers license. Frerichs apparently was not hurt, Pergande said she would seek her own medical treatment for a possible neck inury. 35 hundred dollars in estimated damage between the two vehicles involved, a 2005 Dodge Ram and a 2000 Ford Explorer.
Snow Advisory today.
A snow advisory will be in effect today from 9-am to 6-pm. The weatherman says expect three to five inches of snow and winds up to 20 miles an hour that will effect visibility in open areas.
Missing Spencer man found dead of apparent exposure.
The man reported as being missing by the Spencer Police Department has been found dead of apparent exposure causes. 85 year old Carl Winterboer was found by authorities not far from his car, he had tried to walk on foot after having trouble. He was last seen on Saturday the day of the winter storm.
Bode man critically hurt trying to help stalled vehicle.
A man from Bode was critically injured while trying to help a stalled car on Interstate 35. The Iowa State Patrol says the person is identified as 48 year old Oscar “Raymond” Christianson. Christianson was trying to help during inclement weather back on Tuesday, two other people were hurt in the incident.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Public Hearing times set for North Kossuth and Sentral on whole grade sharing agreement.
The times for Public hearings for both the Sentral and North Kossuth School districts on the issue of the whole grade sharing agreement between the two sides have been set. The North Kossuth version will be Monday December 17th at 5:30 at the School Library, the Sentral Public Hearing will be the same night at 6:00 P.M. at the Sentral Gym.
Spencer man missing.
The Spencer Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man. A spokesperson identifies the person as 85 year old Carl Winterboer who has been missing since Sunday. Winterboer is described as being a six foot tall, white male, weighing 235 pounds, gray hair and partially bald, with blue eyes. He was possibly wearing a dark tan jacket and a tan baseball cap. Winterboer was last seen driving a dark maroon Buick Lasabre with an Iowa License plate 646-AVR. The Vehicle has a bumper sticker that says “No Farmers, No Future”. Winterboer does have a heart condition. Anyone with any information is asked to call the Spencer Police Department at 712-262-2151 or forward the information to your local law enforcement agency.
News from Bishop Garrigan
In news from Bishop Garrigan High School:
Krissy Kohlhaas, daughter of Mike and Mary Kohlhaas and the late Diane Kohlhaas, has been nominated by the Bishop Garrigan High School teachers to the Des Moines Register 2008 Academic All-State Honor Roll. Krissy is recognized for her academic achievement, leadership abilities, extra-curricular activities and community involvement.
Krissy Kohlhaas, daughter of Mike and Mary Kohlhaas and the late Diane Kohlhaas, has been nominated by the Bishop Garrigan High School teachers to the Des Moines Register 2008 Academic All-State Honor Roll. Krissy is recognized for her academic achievement, leadership abilities, extra-curricular activities and community involvement.
Weather announcements.
West Bend Mallard is on a two hour delay today.
Trv is on a two hour delay today.
Small World Pre School of West Bend will be open from10-am to noon today.
A Senior Citizens Holiday Dinner in Gilmore City has been postponed to December the 12th.
Trv is on a two hour delay today.
Small World Pre School of West Bend will be open from10-am to noon today.
A Senior Citizens Holiday Dinner in Gilmore City has been postponed to December the 12th.
Kossuth County arrest.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s department responded to a call about a stolen pick up truck yesterday.Kossuth County Sheriff Paul Gronbach says a Renwick man 21 year old Sergio Jiminez was arrested on a charge of “Operating Without Owners Consent”. The arrest took place at 8:06 A.M. yesterday morning.
More snow on the way.
The latest thing the weather man says is three to four more inches of snow
tomorrow. Stay tuned to our stations and the blog for the very latest information.
Road reports and snowfall totals are welcome at 515-295-2475 or klganews@nrgmedia.com.
tomorrow. Stay tuned to our stations and the blog for the very latest information.
Road reports and snowfall totals are welcome at 515-295-2475 or klganews@nrgmedia.com.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
slippery roads cause accidents in Kossuth County
Icy roads were a factor in two separate car accidents on Monday. Deputy Roger Fisher investigated both incidents. The first was a 2 vehicle accident at the intersection of Kossuth County road P-16 and US Highway 18. Deborah Jo Lee of Whittemore was northbound on P-16, just south of 18 when she lost control of her vehicle, a 1999 Chrysler 300, and entered the west ditch. Upon entering the ditch, Lee struck another vehicle that was left unattended, a 1996 Chrysler belonging to AJ Bell. There was estimated 25 hundred dollars damage between both cars and there were no injuries.
The second accident occurred on county road P-54 or Plum Creek Road right before noon. Tricia Garry of Algona was southbound and lost control of her 2005 Chrysler van due to the icy roads. Garry’s van entered the west ditch, rolled once and came to a rest on the wheels. Tricia Garry was taken by Algona Ambulance to the KRHC for possible injuries. There was an estimated five thousand dollars in damage.
The second accident occurred on county road P-54 or Plum Creek Road right before noon. Tricia Garry of Algona was southbound and lost control of her 2005 Chrysler van due to the icy roads. Garry’s van entered the west ditch, rolled once and came to a rest on the wheels. Tricia Garry was taken by Algona Ambulance to the KRHC for possible injuries. There was an estimated five thousand dollars in damage.
Public Hearing on whole grade sharing agreement between North Kossuth and Sentral.
A joint meeting of the North Kossuth and Sentral School Boards was held in Swea City on the issue of a whole grade sharing agreement between the two sides. Minutes from the meeting indicate the two sides had reached a consensus on the agreement which would be for five years and will see middle school students attending the rural Fenton building and high school students attending the building in Swea City. A Public Hearing on the North Kossuth side will be held December 17th at 5:30 P.M. in Swea City at the School Library, the Sentral district has yet to announce a date for a Public Hearing on the matter.
West Bend man dies of apparent exposure.
An 83 year old West Bend man died after a fall during the course of Saturday`s winter storm. The man is identified as William McGuire who apparently was trying to start his car and was found dead of exposure.
Algona arrest.
The Algona Police Department arrested 19 year old Danielle Martin of Humbolt on arrest warrants out of Kossuth and Humboldt Counties. The arrest took place Monday afternoon.
The Court Beat.
On the Kossuth County Court beat a man being held in the Kossuth County Jail on charges of 2nd Degree Harrasment and Trespass is also wanted on Class D Felony charges of “Unlawful Use of a Weapon” in the Jackson County Missouri area. Court papers identify the man as 20 year Dominique Osuna. Osuna was being held at the Kossuth County Jail and extradition proceedings are in motion.
Snow and the Kossuth County Roads.
Kossuth County Sheriff Paul Gronbach says the arrival of more snow will not help the situation with county blacktops and gravel roads after last Saturdays snow and ice storm. Sheriff Gronbach says Kossuth County blacktops are mostly to partially ice covered and motorists need to slow down. He says snow might provide some additional traction but once it is plowed, the ice, at least part of it, is still going to be there.
Sheriff Gronbach says U-S 18 and U-S 169 remain in the best shape for travel in Kossuth County at this time.
Sheriff Gronbach says U-S 18 and U-S 169 remain in the best shape for travel in Kossuth County at this time.
Algona City Council Happenings.
Algona Mayor Lynn Keuck says Iowa Public Television crews visited Algona recently and took some exterior shots of places in the area and focused on the historic Sullivan Building in downtown Algona. Mayor Kueck says Algona will get four minutes of time in two broadcasts of the program The Iowa Journal Dec 20th at 8:30 and Dec 24th at 6:30.
King Corn to be shown in Algona Saturday night.
A documentary film called King Corn will be shown in Algona next Saturday night. Film publicist Peter Carrells says King Corn was made mostly in Iowa and focuses on industrial agriculture, corn farming and the American diet. King Corn will be shown at Berte`s Back Nine at 7PM this Saturday night. Carrells says the Algona showing of King Corn is one of just nine showings of the film
in selected Iowa communities. Film Director and Producer Aaron Woolf received a Master`s degree in filmmaking at the University of Iowa.
in selected Iowa communities. Film Director and Producer Aaron Woolf received a Master`s degree in filmmaking at the University of Iowa.
More snow to contend with.
The Weather man is talking about two more inches of snow tonight. Algona City Public Works Director Chad Schaeffer says homeowners are asked to do the best they can with snow removal. Public Works crews were out again early this morning doing snow removal chores. Schaeffer says the combination of snow, sleet and freezing rain makes snow removal a hassle for everyone.
Monday, December 3, 2007
One vehicle accident this morning in Algona.
The Algona Police Department investigated a one vehicle accident this morning at 3:56 A.M. at Hall and Riverview Streets. Assistance Police Chief Curt Schipper says the vehicle in the accident was driven by Nick Moe who hit a pole, there was some two-thousand dollars in estimated damage. Moe apparently was not seriously hurt.
High School Dance teams from Algona High Schools do well in Des Moines at State competition.
Results from the Iowa State Dance Championship
Competition in Des Moines as both Algona High School and Bishop Garrigan had dancers make the trip.
Coach Coleen Schiltz says B-G-H-S got a first place in Class 3 Pom, a first place in Class 4 Hip Hop, and also received a Distinguished Academic Award for their cumulative grade point average of 3.72. Coach Schiltz also says the Bishop Garrigan Dancers received a Judges Choice Most Prestigous award, they were singled out
From 269 routines in receiving the award. Meanwhile Coach Ellie Larson of the Algona High School Dancers
Says the dancers got a first place for a Kick routine and also a first place award for a Jazz routine as well.
Both coaches reported good crowds in Des Moines for the event despite iffy weather conditions.
Competition in Des Moines as both Algona High School and Bishop Garrigan had dancers make the trip.
Coach Coleen Schiltz says B-G-H-S got a first place in Class 3 Pom, a first place in Class 4 Hip Hop, and also received a Distinguished Academic Award for their cumulative grade point average of 3.72. Coach Schiltz also says the Bishop Garrigan Dancers received a Judges Choice Most Prestigous award, they were singled out
From 269 routines in receiving the award. Meanwhile Coach Ellie Larson of the Algona High School Dancers
Says the dancers got a first place for a Kick routine and also a first place award for a Jazz routine as well.
Both coaches reported good crowds in Des Moines for the event despite iffy weather conditions.
Christmas Party held for families of deployed Soldiers.
Among the activities that did take place yesterday was at the National Guard Armory at Algona. There was a Christmas Party that was held for families of deployed soliders overseas.
Road Conditions....
According to the State Department of Transporation Web Site: U-S 169 is partially covered with a mix of snow, slush and ice from the Webster County Line all the way up to the Minnesota state line. U-S 18 both east and west is described as having normal winter time driving conditions.
Across the border in Minnesota driving conditions are described as difficult according to the website maintained by the Minnesota State Department of Transportation.
Across the border in Minnesota driving conditions are described as difficult according to the website maintained by the Minnesota State Department of Transportation.
Public works crews are on the job.
City of Algona Public Works Crews began the snow removal process at 3-AM yesterday and continued their efforts early this morning. Algona Public Works Director Chad Schaeffer says crews are hard at work and challenged since the snow storm featured snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain.
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Announcements for Monday December 3rd!
Weather Announcements:
Two Hour Late Starts:
Algona Schools including Bghs and Seaton,Exceptional Opportunities,
The East Fork Alternative School and the Algona Rabiner Treatment Center.
Cwl
WCLT
N-K including St.John`s of Bancroft
Sentral
WBM
TRV
Algona Head Start is One hour Late with no breakfast....
Boys Freshmen Basketball Practice at Bghs today will be at 5:30 P-M.
Small Word Preschool at West Bend running from 10-am to noon today.
Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball Practice at AHS today at 8:30, no jv girls or boys basketball practice today.
Little Lambs pre school in Algona will start at 10-Am today.
Loving Hands Nusery at the First United Methodist Church in Algona will be closed today.
Exceptional Oppourtunities Work Busses are on time today.
Jazz Band practice at Algona High School is cancelled today, the concert is still on for tonight!
No am weightroom session at Bishop Garrigan High School today.
The Lone Rock Legion Auxilary meeting and pot luck tonight will be at 6:30 at the Legion Hall at Lone Rock.
No am speech at West Bend Mallard today.
Two Hour Late Starts:
Algona Schools including Bghs and Seaton,Exceptional Opportunities,
The East Fork Alternative School and the Algona Rabiner Treatment Center.
Cwl
WCLT
N-K including St.John`s of Bancroft
Sentral
WBM
TRV
Algona Head Start is One hour Late with no breakfast....
Boys Freshmen Basketball Practice at Bghs today will be at 5:30 P-M.
Small Word Preschool at West Bend running from 10-am to noon today.
Varsity Girls and Boys Basketball Practice at AHS today at 8:30, no jv girls or boys basketball practice today.
Little Lambs pre school in Algona will start at 10-Am today.
Loving Hands Nusery at the First United Methodist Church in Algona will be closed today.
Exceptional Oppourtunities Work Busses are on time today.
Jazz Band practice at Algona High School is cancelled today, the concert is still on for tonight!
No am weightroom session at Bishop Garrigan High School today.
The Lone Rock Legion Auxilary meeting and pot luck tonight will be at 6:30 at the Legion Hall at Lone Rock.
No am speech at West Bend Mallard today.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Accident in Titonka.
A Titonka man and passenger escaped serious injury in a pick up truck/utility poll accident in Titonka. Kossuth County Sheriff`s Deputy Charles Robinson identifies the driver as 66 year old Earl Knudson who was going south on Buffalo Street in Titonka when he says his passenger apparently distracted him and he misjudged a corner and hit a utility poll owned by Alliant Energy. An estimated 3,000 dollars damage to the pick up truck and an estimated 500 dollars to the poll.
News from Iowa Lakes Community College.
Iowa Lakes Community College has announced the recipients of the Palo Alto County Corn & Soybean Growers Association Scholarships.
The 2007-08 recipients are Jared Magnussen of Larrabee for the Ag Opportunity Scholarship; Stephanie Smith of Emmetsburg for the Growing for the Future Scholarship; Joshua Schon of Carroll, Allison Classen of West Bend and Max Sikora of Emmetsburg for the Iowa Lakes Student Scholarship.
To be eligible for the association’s scholarships the recipient, their parent or grandparent must be a member of the association. Favorable consideration is given to applicants displaying strong school and community involvement.
Other criteria for the scholarships are: Iowa Lakes Student Scholarship – Iowa Lakes students enrolled in any program; Agriculture Opportunity Scholarship –students enrolled in any accredited two-year or four-year college agricultural program; Growing for the Future Scholarship – students enrolled in any accredited two-year or four-year college in any major or program; Agriculture Participation Scholarship – Iowa Lakes students in first year of the two-year Agriculture Production program. The recipient must work with the college and the association on the test plot.
Those interested in applying for or establishing scholarships are asked to contact Shan Ray, Iowa Lakes Institutional Advancement Executive Director, at 712-362-0491 or 800-242-5106 ext. 4491.
The 2007-08 recipients are Jared Magnussen of Larrabee for the Ag Opportunity Scholarship; Stephanie Smith of Emmetsburg for the Growing for the Future Scholarship; Joshua Schon of Carroll, Allison Classen of West Bend and Max Sikora of Emmetsburg for the Iowa Lakes Student Scholarship.
To be eligible for the association’s scholarships the recipient, their parent or grandparent must be a member of the association. Favorable consideration is given to applicants displaying strong school and community involvement.
Other criteria for the scholarships are: Iowa Lakes Student Scholarship – Iowa Lakes students enrolled in any program; Agriculture Opportunity Scholarship –students enrolled in any accredited two-year or four-year college agricultural program; Growing for the Future Scholarship – students enrolled in any accredited two-year or four-year college in any major or program; Agriculture Participation Scholarship – Iowa Lakes students in first year of the two-year Agriculture Production program. The recipient must work with the college and the association on the test plot.
Those interested in applying for or establishing scholarships are asked to contact Shan Ray, Iowa Lakes Institutional Advancement Executive Director, at 712-362-0491 or 800-242-5106 ext. 4491.
The weather.
Forecasters are saying a strong storm will move through the state Saturday. Our forecast calls for an 80% chance of snow in the listening area Saturday and 70% for Saturday night. Other parts of the state will receive a mix of snow, freezing rain and sleet. No word on snowfall amounts at this point.
Fire at the Winnebago Complex at Forest City.
There was a fire at the Winnebago Complex at Forest City. Forest City Fire Chief Mark Johnson credits sprinklers in helping to extinguish the fire. Fire broke out at 11-A-M yesterday at The Creative Aluminum Products Building. Winnebago public relations person Kelli Harms says the building was evacuated and no one was hurt.
Humboldt Company signs ownership/partnership agreement.
The Corn Belt Power Cooperative based out of Humboldt
Has signed a joint agreement to be a part owner of a proposed coal burning power plant in central Iowa.
Three other entities are also part of the deal.
Has signed a joint agreement to be a part owner of a proposed coal burning power plant in central Iowa.
Three other entities are also part of the deal.
Accident in Webster County.
A Gowrie woman has been killed in a one vehicle crash in Webster County. The Iowa State Patrol identifies the victim as 48 year old Dena Rae Larson.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Poltical News
The former chairman of the Democratic National Committee Terry McAuliffe will make an appearance in Algona tomorrow at the local campaign Headquarters of Democratic Senator Hillary Clinton. Clinton Campaign Staffer says the Terry McAuliffe appearance will be at 5:10 P.M. The public is invited.
Time change for Edwards Community Meeting at H-E-C.
There has been a time change with the appearance of Democratic Senator and Presidential Candidate John Edwards in Algona Sunday. A spokesperson for the Kossuth County Democratic Party says the Edwards Community meeting will be at 1:45 P.M. at the Hydrogen Engine Center at 2502 East Poplar Street in Algona.
This will be the first visit to the area by Senator Edwards since last July.
This will be the first visit to the area by Senator Edwards since last July.
Algona accidents.
The Algona Police Department reports a two vehicle accident along U-S Highway 18 near Finn Drive yesterday (Tuesday). The accident took place during the morning drive time of 6:49 A.M. According to an accident report the drivers are indentified as 17 year old Jenna Richter of Wesley in a 2001 Saturn and 49 year old Richard Forburger of Wesley in a 1987 Chevy Celebrity.
The accident report indicates that both vehicles were going west in the inside lane and a rear ender type of accident took place. Richter was cited for Failure to Stop In An Assured Clear Distance. 950 dollars in estimated damage between the two vehicles involved, no injuries.
Sketchy details on a two vehicle accident at Phillips and Mc Gregor at 6:47 P.M. last night (Wednesday), some 12 hundred fifty dollars in estimated damage between the two vehicles involved.
The accident report indicates that both vehicles were going west in the inside lane and a rear ender type of accident took place. Richter was cited for Failure to Stop In An Assured Clear Distance. 950 dollars in estimated damage between the two vehicles involved, no injuries.
Sketchy details on a two vehicle accident at Phillips and Mc Gregor at 6:47 P.M. last night (Wednesday), some 12 hundred fifty dollars in estimated damage between the two vehicles involved.
Amu`s Cable Programing Committee meets in quarterly session.
Algona Municipal Utilities Cable Programing Committee held a quarterly meeting at A-M-U headquarters in Algona. AMU’s Bob Jennings told the Committee that because Mediacom has not reached a settlement with the Big Ten Network some numbers have increased. Also the recently added National Geographic Channell is receiving rave reviews from local cable customers. The Committee gave a recommendation to begin a preliminary look at adding a tier of sports channels which would be an optional buy for customers and would be a series of newer sports channels and not the mainstream channels many customers already receive. Carl Westling chaired the meeting, the Committee turns its findings over to the full AMU Board of Trustees who make the formal decision making.
Meeting at rural Fenton last night on whole grade sharing.
A whole grade sharing meeting took place at the Sentral school building last night. North Kossuth and Sentral having been talking about whole grade sharing and no formal action took place at the meeting. Another meeting on the whole grade sharing issue is scheduled next Monday In Swea City to work out further details and then a public meeting will be scheduled before Christmas prior to formal action taking place. The meeting lasted for about an hour and a half. A staff meeting was held at North Kossuth back on Monday that had an attendance of 35 plus members of that districts School Board to talk about the subject.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
Holiday Concert at Algona High School next Monday.
Plans are in the works for the Holiday Concert at Algona High School next Monday night at 7:30 P.M. at the high school gym. Music instructor John Aboud says the performing groups will include: Women`s Choir, Concert Choir, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Flute Choir, Percussion Ensemble and Concert Band. Aboud says the music will be festive.
East Fork Biodiesel to be up and running soon.
The East Fork Biodiesel Plant is expected to begin production a week from today. Company officials say a private ribbon cutting ceremony will take place Friday.
The new facility will employee 36 people and will produce 60 million gallons a year. The construction project was managed by East Fork Biodiesel L-L-C and partner the Renewable Energy Group. The plant will be the largest in Iowa and the 5th largest presently in the nation. The facility is located just east of Algona.
The new facility will employee 36 people and will produce 60 million gallons a year. The construction project was managed by East Fork Biodiesel L-L-C and partner the Renewable Energy Group. The plant will be the largest in Iowa and the 5th largest presently in the nation. The facility is located just east of Algona.
No County Supervisor meeting today.
No meeting of the Kossuth County Board of Supervisors this week. The Supervisors along with other County officials are participating in the Iowa State Association of Counties Convention which is taking place in Des Moines. Kossuth County Auditor Joann Bormann says the I-S-A-C event is a yearly thing and the Supervisors appreciate the opportunity to visit with County Supervisors from other counties in the region and around the state to talk about common issues and problems that are experienced.
Political News
In political news Democratic Presidential candidate John Edwards will be in Algona Sunday afternoon. Officials of the Kossuth County Democratic Party say Edwards will hold at town meeting at the Hydrogen Engine Center at 1:30 P.M. This will be Senator Edwards first visit to Algona since last July. The caucuses are January 3rd.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Klga News takes tour of Water`s Edge Nature Center.
The Kossuth County Nature Center at Smith Lake north of Algona is now open for visitors and people wishing to utilize the facility. Naturalist Scott Moeller of the Kossuth County Conservation Board says education is the primary purpose of the two leveled Nature Center. He says some programs for children and adults will be announced soon. Moeller says a meeting room with a view of the lake can be rented for 25 dollars an hour or 150 dollars a day. Moeller says anyone can come out and use the facilities which include a library and a viewing deck Monday through Friday from 8-A.M to 4:30-P.M.
Accidents in Kossuth County over the holiday weekend.
The Kossuth County Sheriff`s Department reports three accidents in the County over the holiday weekend. The first was a single car accident in the rural Lone Rock area as a vehicle apparently had a blown out tire and the driver Andrew Bormann of Ames apparently lost control, and went into a ditch, he was not hurt, that was last Saturday morning. Courtney Brandow of Algona was involved in a one vehicle car/deer accident north of Saint Joseph on highway 169, she was not hurt, the accident took place yesterday morning at 1:49 A.M. Also yesterday Jacob Radmaker of Bancroft was in a one vehicle, car/deer accident on Kossuth County road A-42 south of Swea City, Radmaker was not seriously hurt. Kossuth County Sheriff Paul Gronbach urges motorists to be cautious on the roadways as deer are a hazard especially this time of year.
News from the Hydrogine Engine Center
The Algona based Hydrogen Engine Center, announced a series of steps to expand advanced technology development while simultaneously accelerating the delivery of alternative energy solutions to the global market. Don Vanderbrook who has been named Chief Executive Officer after having been the Chief Operating officer says the company has adopted a four-point strategic plan: -- Licensing of energy technology, built upon HEC's current and growing patent portfolio; -- Expand HEC work in utilizing our non-polluting power solutions in transforming renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power into mainstream power sources; -- The development and expansion of Green Corporate Partnerships to accelerate solutions for delivering near-zero emissions, fuel burning technology to customers worldwide; -- The expanded utilization of industrial by-product hydrogen, to power industrial facilities globally. Ted Hollinger, founder and Chairman of HEC, will head up the HEC Advanced Carbonless Energy Technology Group.
Hillary visits Fort Dodge.
Democratic Presidential Candidate Senator Hillary Clinton of New York visited the campus of Iowa Central Community College at Fort Dodge. Clinton spoke to a crowd of some
425 people at a carpentry shop on campus, she talked about such subjects as energy independence, ending what she called cowboy diplomacy, problem solving and the space program. Fellow candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama speaks on the Iowa Central Community College Campus at 12:15 P.M. this afternoon.
425 people at a carpentry shop on campus, she talked about such subjects as energy independence, ending what she called cowboy diplomacy, problem solving and the space program. Fellow candidate Illinois Senator Barack Obama speaks on the Iowa Central Community College Campus at 12:15 P.M. this afternoon.
Three people killed in two holiday accidents in the region.
Three people in the region died in accidents over the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend. Rex and Geraldine Moore of Manson were involved in a one vehicle rollover type of accident in the Fort Dodge area and a Mason City man, Gunther Rattay was killed in a one vehicle accident in Bremer County near Waverly.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Meeting at the Iowa Lakes Algona Center for Biomass and Nursing Programs.
There is a meeting at the Algona Center of Iowa Lakes Community College Monday for people interested in taking weekend and evening Nursing or Biomass classes. Algona Dean Trudy Kattner says the meetings which will also be held December 3rd and 10th will be held between four and Six P.M.
AHS students on Iowa Public Television tomorrow.
Tomorrow will be another opportunity to see the Algona High School students who were involved the All State Music Festival in Ames on Iowa Public Television. Air time is 4:00 P.M. according to music instructor John Aboud of Algona High School. The students involved include: Becca Kent, Pat Gerhardt, Courtney Westling, David Baxter and Alex Hagg.
Holiday Open House at West Bend today.
West Bend`s Holiday Open House Continues today with a Chamber Fundraiser Breakfast at the Community Center, the stores open for the Shop Hop until 3pm, a Vendor Mall at the West Bend Fire Station, the Holiday Collection of Father Verne Stapenhorst at the café portion of the grounds of the Grotto of the Redemption and also today features The Historical Society Tour of West Bend Homes (1 to 5 PM). Last Night the Grotto of the Redemption was lit up for the Holiday Season for the first time.
Political News.
Democratic Presidential Candidate Senator Hillary Clinton is speaking at Iowa Central Community College at Fort Dodge tonight. Senator Clinton will speak at the Career Education Building on the Iowa Central Campus at 6:30 P.M.
Passenger in Fort Dodge accident also killed.
A passenger in a fatal wreck in the Fort Dodge area has died after the driver was also killed. 83 year old Geraldine Moore of Manson died at Trinity Regional Medical Center at Fort Dodge. 84 year old Rex Moore was the driver of a mini van that was in a one vehicle roll over type of accident that happened in the Fort Dodge area as the vehicle was going south on United States Highway 169.
Friday, November 23, 2007
Accident at Fort Dodge a fatal one.
The accident that took place on U-S Highway 169 in the Fort Dodge area turned out to be a fatal one. The Iowa State Patrol identifies the victim as 84 year old Rex Moore of Manson. The one vehicle accident involved a 1996 Mercury Villager. 83 year old Geraldine Moore of Manson was taken to Trinity Regional Medical Center at Fort Dodge. According to the state patrol the mini van was going southbound, when it left the road, went into the median and hit a center divider that was raised, then rolling several time, Moore was ejected from the vehicle, it happened back on Wednesday at 5:55 P.M.
Thursday, November 22, 2007
The Globe costs more today.
The Newspapers in the area are chock full of holiday ads on this Thanksgiving day. The Mason City Globe Gazette`s edition today costs 1.75 instead of the daily weekday price of 75 cents. The Messenger and the Register cost 50 cents as usual.
Rollover accident in the Fort Dodge area.
Two people have been hospitalized after a rollover accident along U-S Highway 169 in the Fort Dodge area last night. Iowa State Patrol Trooper Neil Morenz says it was a one vehicle accident and the driver was ejected from the vehicle. Trooper Morenz says the mini-van rolled over several times and scattered debris around the wreck site. The names of the victims have not been released yet, they were taken to Trinity Regional Medical Center for treatment of multiple injuries.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Algona High School students on Iowa Public Television this weekend.
Four Algona High School students who are in the choir and a single band student will be on state wide television during the course of this holiday weekend. Music instructor John Aboud says Pat Gerhardt, Courtney Westling, David Baxter and Alex Hagg along with Becca Kent took part in the 61st annual All State Music Festival back on November 17th, Aboud says the full concert will be broadcast on Iowa Public Television tomorrow at 6:30 P.M. and also Sunday afternoon at 4:00 P.M.
Two vehicle acccident in Algona Wednesday morning.
There was a two vehicle accident this morning in Algona at Phillips and Chubb Streets. Algona Police Officer Craig Barslou in an accident report identifies the drivers as 32 year old Cassi Schmidt of Algona driving a 1999 Dodge Durango and 44 year old Sandra Von Bank of rural Bode who was driving a 2003 Ford pick up truck. The accident report says Von Bank was going north and Schmitt was trying to make a left turn onto Phillips and head south. A collision did occur and neither driver was seriously hurt. Schmitt was cited for “Failure To Obey a Stop or Yield Sign”. Some 16-hundred dollars in estimated damage to the two vehicles involved.
Volleyball sports banquet planned for Monday at A-H-S.
The Volleyball only sports banquet at Algona High School will be next Monday which is the 26th of the month at the commons area of the High School at 6:30 P.M.
Organizer Mary Hanover says participants are advised that the event is potluck and table service also needs to be brought, beverages will be provided.
Organizer Mary Hanover says participants are advised that the event is potluck and table service also needs to be brought, beverages will be provided.
Kanawha woman hurt in one vehicle accident.
A 47 year old woman from Kanawha was hurt in a one vehicle accident Monday night northwest of Belmond. The Iowa State Patrol identifies the woman as Deborah Ruter who apparently lost control of her 1992 Oldsmobile on a county road, the vehicle leaving the road and going into the ditch and rolling. Ruter was not seat belted and was taken to Saint Marys Hospital at Rochester.
Humboldt School Supervisor to retire.
The Superintendent of the Humboldt School District says she will retire at the end of this fiscal year. Joyce Judas says she has been in education for 39 years and will step down to spend more time with her children and grandchildren and spend more time on her hobbies.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner tomorrow.
The Thanksgiving Community Dinner in Algona will be tomorrow at the Rochleau Center at noon. Dinner Chairperson Rose Molacek says delivery reservations are due by three o’clock today at 295-7241 or 295-3435.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Live Greeting Card Windows has em strolling about.
Mother nature provided decent weather for the Live Greeting Card Windows event along State Street in downtown Algona. Refreshments, music, storytelling, displays and horse drawn rides on the streets of Algona were featured. The event drew a good crowd.
Algona City Council approves bike and walking trail at Diamond Estates subdivision near Finn Drive.
The Algona City Council met yesterday, among the happenings
Council approved a bike and walking trail at the DiamondEstates
subdivision on the east side of Algona. The 10 foot wide trail will
offer walking and biking with non motorized vehicles.
Council approved a five year Capital Improvements Plan with
a price tag of nearly 11-million dollars. Council also approved
the second of three required readings of an ordinance prohibiting
parking in some problem areas around Saint Cecelia`s and
Algona High School.
Council approved a bike and walking trail at the DiamondEstates
subdivision on the east side of Algona. The 10 foot wide trail will
offer walking and biking with non motorized vehicles.
Council approved a five year Capital Improvements Plan with
a price tag of nearly 11-million dollars. Council also approved
the second of three required readings of an ordinance prohibiting
parking in some problem areas around Saint Cecelia`s and
Algona High School.
Taco`s for Tots fills em up.
Taco lovers enjoyed the Taco`s for Tot`s fundraiser held at the First United Methodist Church in Algona. The effort is the brainchild of Noey Villareal of northern Kossuth County. Villareal at Christmas time was benefitted by a charitable agency with presents for his children and the taco feast is his way of giving back to the community. Villareal says he cooked 250 pounds of ground beef for the taco meat. Proceeds from the event benefitted the Kossuth County Care Team.
Monday, November 19, 2007
Kossuth County Board of Supervisors to meet.
The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors meet tomorrow (today) in weekly session at the Kossuth County Courthouse. County Auditor Joann Bormann says the Supervisors will work though 18 items of business and then also take in the County Compensation Board meeting which will take place at 5-P.M. in the afternoon at the Supervisors Board Room at the Courthouse. Bormann says the Compensation Board meets once a year to set a recommendation for raises for Elected Officials in the County, then the reccomendations are passed along to the full Board of Supervisors who decide on the actual amount of raises at budget time.
A bridge project update.
Crews working on the Highway 169 Bridge Reconstruction Project continue to work on removing old bridge piers according to Project Engineer Roy Gelhaus of The
Department of Transportation`s Britt Office.
Gelhaus says crews have a short week this week and are hoping to be able to work as long as possible before old man winter shows up for good.
Department of Transportation`s Britt Office.
Gelhaus says crews have a short week this week and are hoping to be able to work as long as possible before old man winter shows up for good.
Early dismissal Wednesday in Algona.
The Thanksgiving break for nearly all school students will begin Wednesday afternoon of this week. Bishop Garrigan and Seaton will dismiss at 2:15 and Algona schools will dismiss at 2:30. West Bend Mallard lets out at 2:30, Sentral at 2-P.M. C-W-L at 2:10, North Kossuth at 2-P.M. T-R-V at 2:30, W-C-L-T at 2:25 P.M. and North Iowa will dismiss Tuesday at 3:30 P.M. School resumes on Monday.
Stuff the trailer event does well at the Chrome.
The annual event to raise funds and food for the Kossuth
County Food Pantry went well this year. Danny and Cheryl
Fourage at the Chrome Country Inn collected food and funds
and surpassed their goal of 10-Thousand Dollars. The weather
for the Stuff the Trailer event was good. Klga broadcast
live from the event which took place near the crossroads
of U-S Highways 18 and 169.
County Food Pantry went well this year. Danny and Cheryl
Fourage at the Chrome Country Inn collected food and funds
and surpassed their goal of 10-Thousand Dollars. The weather
for the Stuff the Trailer event was good. Klga broadcast
live from the event which took place near the crossroads
of U-S Highways 18 and 169.
Fog a factor in travel this morning.
Fog has been a weather factor in the listening area this morning. Be careful in your travels. Visibility factors have been impacted. The visibility during the fog was reported between a 5th and a quarter mile.
Bishop Garrigan squad wins Quiz Bowl event in Orange City.
A Bishop Garrigan Quiz Bowl team took first place at the Little Dutch Quiz Bowl back on Saturday at Orange City. Coach David Burrow says the freshman/sophomore team of Brittany Berte, Rebeccah Erdman, Jake Rosenmeyer and Anna Kollasch beat Boyden Hull In the finals. They went 6-0 on the day.
Friday, November 16, 2007
Musical performance Sunday in Algona.
The Algona Area Children`s Chorus will peform in concert Sunday afternoon at the First United Methodist Church with a showtime of 3-P.M. The Choir under the direction of Linda Mertz an instructor at Algona High School Is in its third year and consists of 4th to 6th graders from far and wide. The chorus also does a mini tour of schools in the springtime to recruit participants.
The theme of Sunday`s concert will be: “Sing for Joy!”.
The theme of Sunday`s concert will be: “Sing for Joy!”.
Algona City Council meets Monday.
The Algona City Council meets Monday afternoon in a work and regular session at Algona City Hall at 3:30 and 4:30 P.M. City Clerk Rexanne McEnroe says at the work session Council will hear a talk from a representative of the Northwest Iowa Alcoholism, Drug, and Gambling
Treatment Unit. McEnroe says the regular meeting will see 15 items for Council to work through including the second reading of an ordinance creating additional no parking areas in the Saint Cecelia and Algona High School areas and some other spot locations. She says there will be a first reading of an ordinance amending penalities for underage alcohol offenses. There will also be a Public Hearing on adoption of a Capital Improvement Plan for
Algona for the years 2009 through 2013.
Treatment Unit. McEnroe says the regular meeting will see 15 items for Council to work through including the second reading of an ordinance creating additional no parking areas in the Saint Cecelia and Algona High School areas and some other spot locations. She says there will be a first reading of an ordinance amending penalities for underage alcohol offenses. There will also be a Public Hearing on adoption of a Capital Improvement Plan for
Algona for the years 2009 through 2013.
Quiz Bowl teams compete at Orange City and Armstrong.
The Algona School District`s High School and Middle School Quiz Bowl Teams will be in competition this weekend. Coach Twila Wichtendahl says the
High School participants will travel to Orange
City to take part in the Dutch Bowl with a J-V
And Varsity squad making the trip. Meanwhile the O.B.Laing Middle School Quiz Bowl team travels to Armstrong for the Mustang Quiz Bowl Tourney.
High School participants will travel to Orange
City to take part in the Dutch Bowl with a J-V
And Varsity squad making the trip. Meanwhile the O.B.Laing Middle School Quiz Bowl team travels to Armstrong for the Mustang Quiz Bowl Tourney.
Iowa Policy Project Founder, Researcher to Speak in Humboldt on November 17th.
David Osterberg, the founder and executive director of the Iowa Policy Project will be the featured speaker at the annual Humboldt Regional CCI raffle fundraiser on Saturday, November 17th at the Humboldt Senior Citizens Center in Humboldt. The meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.
Osterberg has an M.S. in water resources management and another in agricultural economics. He is Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of Iowa. He is a former Iowa state representative who served as chairman of the House Energy and Environmental Protection Committee as well as the Agriculture Committee.
Dr. Jan Flora will also be speaking at the meeting. Flora is a sociologist at Iowa State University who studies the impact of factory farms on the environment and economy of rural communities. He was the lead author of a recently released Iowa Policy Project study linking factory farms to decreased water quality and environmental degradation.
The meeting will also include a raffle drawing and updates on local factory farm fights and upcoming CCI events. The raffle fundraiser helps support the Humboldt Regional CCI’s work supporting family farms and the environment.
Humboldt Regional CCI is a chapter of Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement, a statewide organization made up of thousands of members across Iowa from all walks of life who talk, act and get things done on critical issues impacting everyday Iowans. For more information about the November 17th meeting contact Norma Hauck at (515) 378-3201
Osterberg has an M.S. in water resources management and another in agricultural economics. He is Clinical Associate Professor at the Department of Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of Iowa. He is a former Iowa state representative who served as chairman of the House Energy and Environmental Protection Committee as well as the Agriculture Committee.
Dr. Jan Flora will also be speaking at the meeting. Flora is a sociologist at Iowa State University who studies the impact of factory farms on the environment and economy of rural communities. He was the lead author of a recently released Iowa Policy Project study linking factory farms to decreased water quality and environmental degradation.
The meeting will also include a raffle drawing and updates on local factory farm fights and upcoming CCI events. The raffle fundraiser helps support the Humboldt Regional CCI’s work supporting family farms and the environment.
Humboldt Regional CCI is a chapter of Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement, a statewide organization made up of thousands of members across Iowa from all walks of life who talk, act and get things done on critical issues impacting everyday Iowans. For more information about the November 17th meeting contact Norma Hauck at (515) 378-3201
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Benefts for Area Residents
There are a couple of benefits for area residents in the coming days. The first is for Lori, Glen and Brandon Miller. Lori was involved in an accident in Burt on August 11 and has been in St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester since. The benefit, which includes a meal and auction, will be Saturday November 17th at the KC Hall in Algona beginning at 4pm. Cash donations are can be sent to the “Lori Miller Benefit” at the Northwest Federal Savings Bank, PO Box 636 in Algona and corn and bean sales can also be donated through your local elevator and sent to Northwest Federal.
Another benefit will be held Thanksgiving weekend at the North Kossuth Golf Course for Avery Grace, the daughter of Melissa Davis and Jared Patterson. Avery was born August 11 with Cystic Fibrosis, which is rare fatal disease that affects the lungs and digestive system and at the present time, CF has no cure. A pork patty meal, music and entertainment, along with a pie and silent auction are being held on November 24 beginning at 5:30. Funds raised, with matching funds provided by Thrivent for Lutherans, will help the Avery, Melissa and Jared with expenses not coved by insurance.
Another benefit will be held Thanksgiving weekend at the North Kossuth Golf Course for Avery Grace, the daughter of Melissa Davis and Jared Patterson. Avery was born August 11 with Cystic Fibrosis, which is rare fatal disease that affects the lungs and digestive system and at the present time, CF has no cure. A pork patty meal, music and entertainment, along with a pie and silent auction are being held on November 24 beginning at 5:30. Funds raised, with matching funds provided by Thrivent for Lutherans, will help the Avery, Melissa and Jared with expenses not coved by insurance.
HEC 3rd Quarter numbers out.
The Algona based Hydrogen Engine Center has released its quarterly report ending September 30th. The report indicates sales in the third quarter were down over 40 thousand dollars from the same time last year, operating losses were at one-point-two million compared to one-point six million in the 3rd quarter last year. The nine month sales figures were up sharply from last year with operating expenses for the nine months were at at four-point one million dollars compared to four-point-five-million dollars for the same nine month period last year. According to a form called a 10-Q-S-B and a plan of Operation, the company has initiated action to streamline their operations, because they have not to date received the level of financing they anticipated. According to a cash management plan on the same form the company has actions in place to reduce the amount of cash it is using on overhead spending, and a reduction in salaries for officers by 15 percent. As of this morning HEC shares ranged between 80 and 90 cents a share. HEC Chief Operating Officer Don Vanderbrook says while the company has made strides in controlling costs, they are still at the development stage and have several projects that hold promise of future sales. Overbrook notes that through the cost-saving measures, with existing capital and projected sales revenue, the company anticipates that they can fund their operations through February 2008 without additional capital. He says the time frames will vary if events occur which negatively or positively affect operations, including delays in anticipated sales.
New signals in Ventura along U-S Highway 18.
The State Department of Transportation has news about the U-S 18 Highway corridor in the Ventura area. A D-O-T spokesman says new traffic signals will be up and running at U-S Highway 18 and S-14 just across the Cerro Gordo County line on the western outskirts of Clear Lake.
Algona Police Department arrests a man.
The Algona Police Department reported an arrest early this morning at 12:20 A.M. Assistant Algona Police Chief Curt Schipper says the subject is indentified as 20 year old Dominque Juan Osuna who was arrested on a warrant that was issued out of Kossuth County. The reporting officer also says that he has charges pending against Osuna.
The Flu is here in Iowa.
Flu season has officially arrived in Iowa, with the first case of the flu confirmed by the Iowa Department of Public Health.
For those who still need to get their flu vaccine, Kossuth Regional Health Center clinic in Algona will continue to host walk-in flu clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. through the month of November or until vaccine runs out.
“It’s not too late to protect yourself from the flu,” said KRHC Community Health nurse Mary Hilbert. “We have plenty of FluMist supply on hand now, a large supply of flu vaccine for children under age 19 and lots on hand for adults. With the holidays coming, it’s a good idea to get vaccinated as soon as possible.”
Symptoms of the flu include fever, headache, tiredness, cough, sore throat, nasal congestion and body aches. Health officials recommend that Iowans get their flu vaccine and advise staying home from work or school if they get the flu, to avoid spreading it to others.
For more information about the flu or the flu vaccine, contact the KRHC Flu Info Line at 515-295-4451 or 1-800-603-8433, ext. 698, or go to the KRHC website at www.krhc.com.
For those who still need to get their flu vaccine, Kossuth Regional Health Center clinic in Algona will continue to host walk-in flu clinics on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. through the month of November or until vaccine runs out.
“It’s not too late to protect yourself from the flu,” said KRHC Community Health nurse Mary Hilbert. “We have plenty of FluMist supply on hand now, a large supply of flu vaccine for children under age 19 and lots on hand for adults. With the holidays coming, it’s a good idea to get vaccinated as soon as possible.”
Symptoms of the flu include fever, headache, tiredness, cough, sore throat, nasal congestion and body aches. Health officials recommend that Iowans get their flu vaccine and advise staying home from work or school if they get the flu, to avoid spreading it to others.
For more information about the flu or the flu vaccine, contact the KRHC Flu Info Line at 515-295-4451 or 1-800-603-8433, ext. 698, or go to the KRHC website at www.krhc.com.
Kossuth Connections to meet today.
Kossuth Connections is having an event for teens and parents at Pharmacists Mutual this afternoon and evening. Angie Asa Lovsted says the theme of today`s event is called Toxic Culture and is the first of a three part series on the so called toxic culture of various drugs and alcohol and the impact on society. Asa-Lovsted says Kossuth Connections is designed to get parents and teens together and talk about these things. Kossuth Connections has had numerous meetings at multiple locations in Kossuth County to involve as many teens as possible. The timing of today`s event is 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. at Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company. Babysitting and an evening meal are being provided to participants.
Great American Smokeout is today.
Today is the Great American Smokeout. Kathy Holdefer of the American Cancer Society says this is the 31st anniversary of the Great American Smokeout highlighting the dangers of tobacco and the importance of quitting smoking. Holdefer says with half of the United States protected by smoke free laws and a variety of cessation resources available, there has never been a better time to quit smoking and enjoy the health benefits.
Peak wind gusts from yesterday.
Klga ended up with a peak wind gust yesterday of 47 miles per hour while downtown Algona had a peak gust of 40 miles an hour.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
School Facility Study Committee meets at Algona High School.
The Algona School Districts Long Range Facility Community Study Committee will meet at Algona High School tonight at 7:00 P-M. Algona School Superintendent Marty Fonley says the group which contains as many as 40 area people will be broken into two groups for this evenings meeting.
A windy day today.
You might want to put rocks in your pockets today as a wind advisory will be in effect. Northwest winds of 25 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 45 miles per hour. The winds will subside around sunset which is around five P-M. The wind advisory will be in effect for all of the counties of our listening area. Be especially careful if you are driving a high profile vehicle, again the winds will be out of the northwest. So far today downtown Algona has had a peak wind gust of 19 miles per hour, at Klga we have had a peak wind gust of 22 miles per hour out of the west.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Hospice of the Heartland stages Lights of Life fundraiser.
Hospice of the Heartland is trying to get the word out about the Lights of Life program. Marilyn Nielson is Coordinator of the Hospice Volunteers, she says Lights of Life is a program of commemoration and recognition for family members and friends. A gift of Ten Dollars will light a bulb in remembrance of that special someone in your life. Nielson talks about how to get involved. Nielson says Hospice of the Heartland uses volunteers to provide help for the terminally ill and help them to be at home with family during that time. Nielson says the Tree Lighting Ceremonies will be Sunday December 2nd at 12:30 P-M and Britt that same day at 7:00 P-M.
Kossuth County Fairboard to hold Annual Meeting.
The Kossuth County Fair Board will have their annual meeting tomorrow night. Fairboard President Tom Henry says the meeting will be at Iowa State University Extension Headquarters at 7-P.M. Henry says the number of Fairboard members is dropping from 12 to nine for a variety of reasons, Mark Walker of Algona, Joyce Paulsen of Bancroft and Mike Bormann of Bode will not be running again. Henry says the original number of Fairboard members was nine which is feels is a manageable number. He says lots of things are happening as the Fairboard prepares for the 150th Kossuth County Fair next summer. The dates of the fair are July 27th to August 3rd which is a Sunday through Sunday basis. A recent tee shirt design contest was a big success and a Dance and Car Raffle event also are in the works to continue fund raising efforts for the Kossuth County Fair.
Kossuth County Board of Supervisors have weekly meeting.
The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors met in weekly session at the Kossuth County Courthouse. Kossuth County Auditor Joann Bormann says the Supervisors worked through 13 agenda items on the day including the canvassing process for the recent City Elections that were held last week. Kossuth County Engineer Richard Schiek says work on the Transfer Station is nearing completion at the Kossuth County Landfill. Also at a state of completion is the Water`s Edge Nature Center which will hold open houses for donors and the general public Thursday and Sunday. Also the Supervisors have recieved word that a hog confinement operation request from an entity called Five Acre Swine L-L-C in section 27 of Riverdale Township south and west of Algona has been withdrawn.
Volunteers sought for community Thanksgiving Dinner.
Volunteers are needed for preparation and execution of the annual Algona Community Thanksgiving Dinner set for Thursday November 22nd. Thanksgiving Dinner Chairperson Rose Molacek says if you could help in any capacity you are asked to call 295-9651. Molacek says she is need of the following:
potato peelers
food preparation and set up
kitchen help
servers
carry out assistance
and clean up
Molacek says the dinner is a community event that could not take place without the help of those who volunteer. Molacek`s phone numbers are 295-9651 or 295-5141.
potato peelers
food preparation and set up
kitchen help
servers
carry out assistance
and clean up
Molacek says the dinner is a community event that could not take place without the help of those who volunteer. Molacek`s phone numbers are 295-9651 or 295-5141.
Monday, November 12, 2007
Click It or Ticket
During the heavily traveled Thanksgiving weekend, the Kossuth County Sheriff’s office, along with other state law enforcement, will be buckling down on motorists not buckled up.
Last year, 44 percent of all vehicular deaths were caused by not wearing seat belts during the fatal crash. Michael Laski, the Director of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau, says safety belt use is the most effective way to reduce serious injury or fatality in motor vehicle accidents.
This is why the Kossuth County Sheriff’s office will be stepping up with another special “Click It or Ticket” campaign during the Thanksgiving holiday. Special checkpoints and other activities during the heavy wave of traffic will take place November 19th through the 25th. Law enforcers are hoping that a tough reminder of a fine will teach the lesson that not wearing a safety belt can cost a lot more than a ticket.
Last year, 44 percent of all vehicular deaths were caused by not wearing seat belts during the fatal crash. Michael Laski, the Director of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Bureau, says safety belt use is the most effective way to reduce serious injury or fatality in motor vehicle accidents.
This is why the Kossuth County Sheriff’s office will be stepping up with another special “Click It or Ticket” campaign during the Thanksgiving holiday. Special checkpoints and other activities during the heavy wave of traffic will take place November 19th through the 25th. Law enforcers are hoping that a tough reminder of a fine will teach the lesson that not wearing a safety belt can cost a lot more than a ticket.
The public meetings calender.
Here is a list of some public meetings in the area with a new week underway:
Tuesday:
The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors meet Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. in weekly session at the Kossuth County Courthouse. The canvassing of the recent City Elections in the County will take place at 1:00 P.M.
The Board of Trustees of Iowa Lakes Community College meet in monthly session on the Esterville Campus of I-L-C-C at 4:00 P.M.
The City of Algona Planning and Zoning Commission meets at 7:00 P.M. at the Council Chamber of Algona City Hall.
The Bancroft City Council will meet at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall in Bancroft.
The West Bend City Council meets at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall in West Bend.
Wednesday:
The Algona Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meet in monthly session at A-M-U headquarters on Call Street in Algona at 11:00 A.M.
The Algona Public Library Board of Trustees meet in monthly session at the Library at 4:00 P.M.
The Algona School District`s Long Range Facility Planning Committee meets at room two at Algona High School at 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday:
The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors meet Tuesday at 8:00 A.M. in weekly session at the Kossuth County Courthouse. The canvassing of the recent City Elections in the County will take place at 1:00 P.M.
The Board of Trustees of Iowa Lakes Community College meet in monthly session on the Esterville Campus of I-L-C-C at 4:00 P.M.
The City of Algona Planning and Zoning Commission meets at 7:00 P.M. at the Council Chamber of Algona City Hall.
The Bancroft City Council will meet at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall in Bancroft.
The West Bend City Council meets at 7:00 P.M. at City Hall in West Bend.
Wednesday:
The Algona Municipal Utilities Board of Trustees meet in monthly session at A-M-U headquarters on Call Street in Algona at 11:00 A.M.
The Algona Public Library Board of Trustees meet in monthly session at the Library at 4:00 P.M.
The Algona School District`s Long Range Facility Planning Committee meets at room two at Algona High School at 7:00 P.M.
Veterans Day tribute in Algona.
A Veterans Day tribute was held in Algona at O.B. Laing Middle School. The tribute was held during the school day in the school auditorium. The Veterans were paraded in and sat up front, a musical tribute was presented by Mr. Rich a veteran himself and the O.B. Laing Middle School Band of military anthems. 8th grader Klint King made some remarks on behalf of the student body. At the conclusion the Veterans received a fresh flower for their lapels. A good crowd enjoyed the tribute and the Veterans seemed to enjoy themselves.
Candidates forum for Democrats at Emmetsburg.
Five Democratic Parties in the region held a candidates forum at the Wild Rose Casino at Emmetsburg. The event was well attended at a Ballroom on the upper level of the casino. Iowa State Senate President Jack Kibbie emceed numerous speakers including:
Iowa State Secretary of State Mike Mauro
U-S Senator Christopher Dodd
U-S Seantor Joe Biden
Governor Bill Richardson
U-S Senator Hillary Clinton
The audience paid 10 dollars apiece to sit and listen to the speakers and munch on appetizers.
Iowa State Secretary of State Mike Mauro
U-S Senator Christopher Dodd
U-S Seantor Joe Biden
Governor Bill Richardson
U-S Senator Hillary Clinton
The audience paid 10 dollars apiece to sit and listen to the speakers and munch on appetizers.
75th Anniversary display at V-F-W hall in Algona.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars held a 75th Anniversary display on Veterans Day at the V-F-W Hall in Algona. The VFW`s Howard Ohmdahl says a real attention getter was a display of artifacts brought back from Iraq including clothing, helmets, license plates and pop cans. The auxiliary also had a display and Troop 71 of the Boy Scouts, sponsored by the VFW also had a display. Afterwards the VFW and the Auxiliary held a banquet in the downstairs part of the VFW Hall to mark the occasion. The Algona VFW charter dates back to the year 1932.
Listeners enjoy nice Veterans Day.
KLGA listeners enjoyed a pleasant fall Veterans Day, the high at KLGA was 67 downton Algona hit 65, nearby Mallard hit 68 Luverne had a high of 67 and Humboldt hit 65 for their high. The warmest temperature in the state yesterday was 74 at Sioux City.
Friday, November 9, 2007
Corwith driver and passengers escape serious injury in a one car accident.
A 20 year old Corwith man and two passengers escaped serious injury after a one vehicle accident involving a deer on Kossuth County Road P-60 just south of County Road B-63. Kossuth County Sheriff`s Deputy Charles Robinson identifies the driver as Gerald Otto Awe who was driving a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. According to the accident report driver Awe was going south on P-60 and swerved to avoid the deer and ended up going into the west ditch and rolling the vehicle. Passengers in the Awe vehicle are indentified as 16 year old Brittany Wiseman of Luverne, and 16 year old Holly Cunningham of Wesley. Deputy Robinson says the driver and the passengers were spared serious injury because they were seatbelted. Eight-thousand dollars in estimated damage to the Awe vehicle. No citations were issued.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Democratic Candidates Rally at Emmetsburg Sunday.
The Democratic Parties of five Counties in this region of the will be hosting a Candidate Rally Sunday afternoon and evening at The Wild Rose Casino at Emmetsburg. Organizer State Senate President Jack Kibbie says the latest addition to the rally is New York Democratic Senator and Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton, Clinton will be joined by Senator Chris Dodd, Senator Joe Biden, Governor Bill Richardson, the wife of Illinois Senator Barack Obama Michelle Obama, John Edwards National Campaign Chairman David Bonion, and Iowa Secretary of State Micheal Mauro. Senator Kibbie says the cost will be 10 dollars, and the timing will be four to seven P.M.
Small fire contained at the Snap On Tools Plant.
The Algona Fire Department was called out to the Snap-On Tools Plant last night at 6:25pm. Algona Fire Chief Chuck Bell says the filtering system inside the paint booth was where the fire began. Chief Bells says in the heavy smoke, the 19 volunteer firefighters were able to locate it and were able to keep it contained. There were no injuries while the firefighters were on scene for an hour and a half. Snap-On spokesman Lee Gunderson says despite the fire, the work shifts of the day went on without interruption.
The Court Beat.
A 24 year old Algona woman faces charges of committing assault by causing bodily injury to another which is a Serious Misdemeanor. Court papers identify the subject as Holly Denise Presley. The incident allegedly took place back on October 28th at 2-A.M.
Wrestling card Friday in Britt to raise funds for pool effort.
A drive in Britt to raise funds for a new swimming pool for the town will be aided by a card of pro wrestling hosted by Impact Pro Wrestling which runs cards in the area on a monthly basis. Organizer Roxanne Savoy who teaches at the Britt West Hancock Elementary School says the event will be tomorrow night at 7-P.M. at Britt West Hancock High School in the Gym area. Savoy says the effort to create the pool is some two and a half years old. The old pool was at the site of the Britt Country Club. She says some of the wrestlers took part in pep assemblies back on Monday at the three school buildings in the Britt West Hancock School District to create awareness and drum up attendance at the wrestling card. Savoy says a target date of 2009 is envisioned for the completion of the new pool for Britt which will go on the site of an old school which has since been torn down. Bids for work on the project will be let in January or February of next year.
The Court Beat.
On the court beat in Kossuth County. A 20 year old
Algona man faces charges of Third Degree Burglary
which is a Class D Felony. Court Documents at
the Kossuth County Courthouse identify the
subject as Allen Charles Christianson who is
alleged to have entered an occupied structure
in which no persons were present and to
have committed a theft. According to the
court papers the incident is alleged to have
taken place back on the evening of September
12th. Christianson faces a court date of
December 5th at 9-A.M.
Algona man faces charges of Third Degree Burglary
which is a Class D Felony. Court Documents at
the Kossuth County Courthouse identify the
subject as Allen Charles Christianson who is
alleged to have entered an occupied structure
in which no persons were present and to
have committed a theft. According to the
court papers the incident is alleged to have
taken place back on the evening of September
12th. Christianson faces a court date of
December 5th at 9-A.M.
Veterans Day Observances.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars post 2451 will mark the occasion of its 75th Anniversary with an Open House on the actual Veterans Day which is Sunday with hours of one to four P.M. Organizers say there will be displays on hand. On Monday Oakcrest Funeral Services presents a showing of the documentary/film "Lest They Be Forgotten" by Larry Capetto. Organizer Rick Murphy says the showing will be at Berte`s Back Nine at seven P.M. on Monday night.
Veterans Day Closures
There will be a number of closures for the observation of Veterans Day on Monday which is November the 12th, including no mail.
Kossuth Supervisors to canvass election on Tuesday.
The Kossuth County Board of Supervisors will meet to canvass the results of this week`s city elections. Kossuth County Auditor and Director of Elections Joann Bormann says the time for the canvassing will be 1:00 O'Clock P.M. on Tuesday.
Britt City Council election results
Corrected resutls from the City Council Election in Britt. Hancock County Auditor Debra Bellinghouse says five people ran for three seats on the City Council. The winners were incumbent Gary Gelner with 229, newcomer Curt Gast got 216 votes, and challenger Bryan Aitchison picked up 205 votes. Incumbents Dwight Leerer got 191 votes and Patricia Byers picked up 154 votes.
Vandalism reported at Algona`s Calvary Cemetary.
The Algona Police Department reports some acts of vandalism at the Calvary Cemetary. Officer Kieth Briggs reports that ornaments and knick knacks have been pushed over and broken. He says if anyone knows anything or has noticed anything suspicious to call the Algona Police Department at 295-3515.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Stacy Goepel found not guilty.
Former Britt Public Works Director Stacy Goepel was found not guilty by a jury in Bremer County of two charges of falsifying documents. The jury deliberated the case for three hours before returning a not guilty verdict.
Low turnout for City Elections.
On Election Day in Algona at four polling places 147 votes were cast out of 4,952 eligible voters a percentage of 2.97 %. In Kossuth County 1,245 people voted of 8,829 eligible voters. The most votes cast were at Bancroft with 232.
City Elections held in the area.
Here are the headlines from City Elections held in the listening area yesterday. Robert Baker was elected as the new Mayor of Swea City. At Bancroft incumbent Mayor Jan Wolfe was reelected Mayor winning over Thomas Johnson by the margin of 10 votes. At Wesley incumbent Mayor Duane Larson bested the challenge of Merlin Studer 83 votes to 55. At Luverne Dennis Holmes wins a write in race for Mayor picking up 17 votes. Karen Johnson wins a contested race for Mayor of Crystal Lake, at Buffalo Center Reiner Levik wins a close race for Mayor defeating Troy Armstrong 160 votes to 154.
Fenton boy in pick up truck pedestrian accident.
15 year old Cory Van Ginkel of Fenton had to be taken to Kossuth Regional Health Center for treatment after a pedestrian/pick up truck accident at Phillips and McGregor Streets in Algona yesterday afternoon. The driver was identified as 54 year old Albert James Pergande. Assistant Algona Police Chief Curt Schipper says an investigation continues and charges are pending.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Legacy Ball follow up story.
A follow up story on last Saturday nights “Legacy Ball” held by Kossuth Regional Health Center at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Algona. K-R-H-C Foundation Director Nancy Grandgenett Besch says attendance was 250 people and 64-thousand-500 dollars was raised. Grandgenett Besch says Doctor Alan Hjelle a family physician at K-R-H-C received the Golden Stethoscope Award from Mercy Medical Center North Iowa, an award that recognizes an exceptional practice of healing. She says the evening meal was catered by the combination of Tom Straub of Sister Sarah`s restaurant and Knight of Columbus Hall Caterer Geri Elsbecker.
City of West Bend recieves grant money.
The Iowa Transportation Commission approved a Revitalize Iowa's Sound Economy (RISE) Local Development grant application submitted by the city of West Bend. Commision spokesman Stuart Anderson says up to $116,172 will be made available to grade and pave First Street N.E. from Iowa 15 east approximately 900 feet. Funding for the grant comes from the city share of the RISE fund. Anderson says the new roadway will provide paved access to the first phase of this 12-acre development that will ultimately provide 11 lots for development.
Polling places for today`s city elections in Kossuth County.
Here are the polling places for today`s
Elections in Kossuth County:
Bancroft City Hall
Burt Community Center
Fenton Legion Community Center
Lakota Fire Station
Ledyard Community Hall
Lone Rock Fire Station
Luverne Community Center
Swea City Library Meeting Room
Titonka Community Center
Wesley Community Center
Whittemore City Hall
O-B Laing Middle School
Room 15 of Algona High School
Algona Public Library
Kossuth County Courthouse Assembly Room
Note: The 11 outlying polling places in the
County are open from noon till 8-pm.
The four polling places in Algona proper
Are divided by Wards and are open until
8-P.M.
Elections in Kossuth County:
Bancroft City Hall
Burt Community Center
Fenton Legion Community Center
Lakota Fire Station
Ledyard Community Hall
Lone Rock Fire Station
Luverne Community Center
Swea City Library Meeting Room
Titonka Community Center
Wesley Community Center
Whittemore City Hall
O-B Laing Middle School
Room 15 of Algona High School
Algona Public Library
Kossuth County Courthouse Assembly Room
Note: The 11 outlying polling places in the
County are open from noon till 8-pm.
The four polling places in Algona proper
Are divided by Wards and are open until
8-P.M.
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