A little more than a year ago in November 2021, the Union County Board of Supervisors established a solar energy [], 12-27-22 Project costs at the Wastewater treatment facility are passed on to residents through increased sewer rates. "I feel like I have to do more now. The license plate is GPA949. "As far as I've come, they know I can set a bar high and try to reach it," Street said. 641-782-2155. Mar 3, 2023 | 9:06 AM. The female occupant exited the home and was [], 11-21-22 A Creston business was awarded assistance through the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) for building expansion. The number of students served [], 11-25-22 Creston Waste Water Treatment Plant Superintendent Jim Bristow wants to restart the City of Crestons Infiltration and Inflow policy. Authorities say 80-year-old Joyce Elaine England of Mount Ayr was injured in the crash. Tuesday night Francine Ide and Roger Vicker, representing the Union County group Protect Our Lands Future, wanted to make the council aware that Invenergy [], OSCEOLA, IA The Clarke Community School District Board of Education has named Kurt DeVore as the districts next superintendent pending approval at the next meeting. Articles published by The Legal Advocate, do not constitute or contain legal advice, but instead provide general information with respect to common issues encountered by the general public with respect to theoretical legal matters. If you or a family member were injured or have lost a loved one in an accident or incident contact us now. Estimated loss is $1,500. Hysell has been [], 12-9-22 An ordinance that would allow golf carts to be driven on the streets of Creston received the second green light in the process of establishing it as part of Crestons City Code. They used 18 combines, 40 tractor-trailers, and 20 grain carts to get the job done by noon. States are preparing to remove millions of people from Medicaid as protections put in place early in the COVID-19 pandemic expire. The food drive was a huge success. Creston Arts board president Brian Zachary hopes the program will help develop Creston's appreciation for art. The group performs over 300 times a year, and is the fourth group to perform in the Warren Cultural Centers 2022-23 Locals and Legends series. Dozens of Iowa farmers came together in Union County to harvest 550 acres in a single day. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office says 16-year-old Alivia Harris of Lenox took off a tracking device and left her residence sometime Thursday night. The City of [], (Creston) There is no doubt that bullying and harassment exists in our society. The Legal Advocate can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you see a typo or mistake in a story, please contact us by emailing kmaradio@kmaland.com. I'm not just going to wrestle. Vehicle information has been [], 12-16-22 School finances can be complex. High 53F. With the colder-than-average temperatures and the power failing, many were left cold and unsure of when the power would return. On February 21, the South Grenville Food Bank welcomed 11 different Leeds-Grenville fire departments to a gathering at the Prescott Fire Department where food collected during an 11-day food drive was dropped off. The Creston Police Department says 52-year-old Brent John Thompson was arrested at the intersection of U.S. Highway 34 and Birch Street around 12:55 a.m. Sunday. I would like to thank you for your support on Winterset was voted one of America's top 150 favorite small towns according to FamilyDestinationsGuide.com. Street's senior season drew the interest at the collegiate level. Police arrested 21-year-old Jeremiah Lee Whitney of Creston on Monday for driving while barred. This week the board heard funding requests from the Union County Fair Board and Union County Historical Society. Saatva Mattress Review: Our Pick for the Best Overall Bed of 2023, We Found 12 Cute Planters and Flower Pots That Cost Less Than $25, Here's Where to Watch and Stream Marvel's 'Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' Online. climate British Columbians can once again expect some extra cash in their bank accounts as the provincial government is dolling out another affordability credit. The Division of Criminal Investigation Crime Laboratory identified the body as Timothy Fechter, 58, who had been reported missing to Creston police on June 20. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office says 16-year-old Alivia Harris of Lenox took off a tracking device and left her residence sometime Thursday night. Police transported WINTERSET, Iowa The work to clean up and recover in Madison County started immediately after the tornado on March 5. Board members werent ready to decide Monday but said they would be prepared to make the call at the next regular meeting scheduled for January [], 12-23-22 Multiple redevelopment efforts are in the works for the 100 block of North Maple Street in uptown Creston. News & media website Photos See all Videos See all 0:07 A local business provided sack lunches for the farmers. According to the Iowa State Patrol, the plane took off around 12:38 p.m. Monday from the Adams County Airport near Corning with one man on board. The key feature of Phase 1 was an all-inclusive splash [], The City of Mount Ayr is holding a special election in March related to the city pool. Ayr and Bedford, according to the Iowa DNR. When he met with the Creston City Council on November 15 he said 2016 was the last time anything was done with the policy. The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. (Creston) Creston Police report two arrests and one incident. Authorities say the arrest occurred at 302 North Pine Street in Creston. Creston News Sam Pike - Wednesday, Feb. 22nd, 2023 Creston RCMP responded many calls for service to start out February, most of which involved driving violations or intoxication. (Candice Bond, Managing Partner, and Stefano Formica, Of Counsel, at Bond Legal, are the national legal analysts for The Legal Advocate. According to a Creston Police report, officers were called to a residence on Elm Street for a domestic disturbance. During the board meeting Monday night, Superintendent Deron Stender said despite the strong campaign to attract employees, the district continues to be short staffed in food service, custodial, paraprofessional, and transportation departments. Jodi Johnson may have the right to pursue a personal injury claim pending an investigation. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The B.C. Creston wastewater treatment facility superintendent, Jim Bristow, said he expects the bypass [], (Creston) Nearly $15,000 of the City of Crestons American Rescue Plan Act dollars will be used in the purchase of five speed signs through TrafficLogix Corporation following approval by the Creston City Council. SW Iowa STEM Teacher of the Year Maggie Arnold February 23, 2023. The group of 16 is now preparing for the Winter Guard International (WGI) World Championship in Dayton, Ohio in April. An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. According to the Creston Police Department, Jodi Johnson was operating a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox westbound along Iowa Highway 25 when she reached the intersection of Cottonwood Street and attempted to turn south. John Harmon Downing was born Dec. 28, 1931, in Union County. (Creston) -- Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources are observing a bypass discovered in Creston Monday morning. 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The alternatives added another $210,000 for a [], 12-15-22 Door-to-door inspections of all residential properties in Union County started at the beginning of July in Creston. A Bond Legal representative can contact you directly. An email has been sent to with a link to confirm list signup. Last week the council met with the citys financial advisor, Tionna Pooler of Independent Public Advisors to review the operational and capital improvement financial plan for [], 12-23-22 Monday night the Creston Community School Board heard about the advantages to having a solar array on district property. The Iowa DNR says the bypass was found in the city of Creston's collection system near Taylor Park, which flows into a marshy area and eventually drains into McKinley Lake. *Stefano Formica is licensed in CA and NV only. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding was the primary cause of fatal crashes in 2018, followed by the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication; failure to stay in the proper lane; failure to yield the right of way; and distracted driving. The Creston and East Union FFA Chapters have teamed up to share the holiday activity Drive Through December, a drive [], 12-9-22 Union County Secondary Roads Superintendent Al Hysell is hoping to lock in a low price for fuel. (Lucas County, IA) -- Sunday marks the one year anniversary of a deadly E-4 tornado that hit parts of southern and central Iowa. The Legal Advocate is not a law firm and the content of its articles is not substitute for an attorney or law firm. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of KCCI-TV. News Local Sports Opinion Obituaries Online Newspaper. Representing the Union County Fair Board, Ben Adamson was [], Tuesday night the Creston City Council moved forward on finalizing a development agreement related to the empty lot in the 100 block of N Maple Street. The funds from this program can be used to rehabilitate blighted downtown buildings. Click below to hear the full interview. Monday morning West Des Moines Police Detectives arrested 30 year-old Dakota Nordstrom, of Creston, on the following charges: Attempted Murder, Willful Injury Causing Serious Injury, Going Armed with Intent, and Burglary 1st Degree. The Creston Police Department says a 2020 Subura Ascent, driven by 60-year-old Timothy Moreland of Afton, was traveling southbound on Cherry Street near College Drive around 10:15 p.m., and a 2005 Chevy Silverado pulling a gooseneck trailer, driven by 39-year-old Christopher Baker of Creston, was traveling north in the southbound lane. The new fiscal year doesnt start until July, but the budget preparation starts now. Bond Legal representatives are available 24/7. This grant through the Iowa Economic Development Authority is funded through the federal Community Development Block Grant program. Compensation board chair Leslie Wurster made the recommendations when meeting with the Union County Board of Supervisors Monday morning. One year later, 'resilient' is the word Madison County Emergency Management Director Diogenes Ayala would use to describe the last year. The agenda also includes the formal passing of the torch from one board president to another. 9:35 a.m., paged Adair County Ambulance for (Creston) -- A Creston man faces charges following his arrest Thursday afternoon. If you havent come across it yet, there is a new clothing store in uptown Creston. Southwestern ends at 9-20 and 5-11 in league play. First National Bank is a full-service community bank that specializes in commercial, agricultural and personal banking. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Education awarded four $1 million competitive grants through the Career Academy Incentive Fund to prepare more high school students for success in college, postsecondary [], 12-6-22 The Creston Community School Board celebrated good news during the regular board meeting held a few weeks ago. Sewage seeped out of the sewer in Creston, Mt. Through [], 11-28-22 A Ringgold County teen died following a rollover accident Friday evening. An additional $4.5 billion will build on cost-of-living investments. Street plans to study sports medicine at Morningside. The council also [], 12-2-22 Who will claim the title of winning the Creston Chamber of Commerces 2022 Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest? Tuesday night the Creston City Council approved pay application number 1 to Graphite Construction Group of $242,224 for work completed. 1Two Union County men have been sentenced from November's MJET (Multi-Jurisdictional Entry Team) raid on the 1100 block of North Maple Street in Creston. Lindsay Stoaks, SWCC vice president of instruction, spoke to the board regarding a necessary informed consent conflict waiver related to the $1 million Career [], (Greenfield) Greenfield Chamber Main Street shared the news that Greenfield was recently awarded a $530,000 Downtown Revitalization Grant for facade improvements. Voters in Mount Ayr head to the polls Tuesday on two questions regarding a new city pool. The City of Creston intends [], 12-7-22 A year ago Union County Sheriff Mark Shepherd shared the news with the Union County Board of Supervisors that the county received a $125,000 COPS grant to hire an additional law enforcement professional. Stender said [], 12-28-22 Construction on a solar-power project in Union County could begin in 2023. The staff of The Legal Advocate would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to Jodi Johnson and family. The Creston City Council reviews the sewer rates on an annual basis. Sign up to get new stories directly to your inbox!your nameProvide your email address*Choose what you want to know about*NewsSports, 1409 Hwy 34 W Creston, Iowa 50801 A few months ago, Benson Hill was awarded assistance through [], 12-29-22 One of the concerns Creston Community School Superintendent Deron Stender had when he addressed the board in December was the same one as the previous month, and that is with limited staff, departments are operating on very thin ice. While staff shortages exist in multiple departments, here Stender talked about food service. It took a lot to get to where I was.". 6 seed, but they took no prisoners. The tornado was Iowa's deadliest since 2008, when eight people were (Mount Ayr) -- Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources say a bypass has been reported in the city of Mount Ayr. Students from the Saint Malachy School in Creston decorated the lunch sacks and wrote every farmer a thank you note. Prior to this month the district was using Kinvolved, a communications module through PowerSchool. 92614, SHARE IT WITH US SO WE CAN LET OTHERS KNOW. The Warren Cultural Center has announced a concert that will be held next weekend. The contest runs through Sun. Creston's Kaden Street put in the proper time and effort during his prep career to have success. Its nearing budget time for the Union County Board of Supervisors. When she over-corrected, the [], 11-28-22 Because school finance is based on the number of students in a district, its not welcome news when enrollment numbers go down. One of them was related to a future meeting. Published Date March 2, 2023. . Sewage overflow from the station was expected to have begun around 6 a.m. Monday and was discovered shortly after. The UCDA Board of Trustees made the announcement Wednesday. She is now with law enforcement and human services representatives. During Mondays Union County Board of Supervisor meeting those two topics were on the agenda for discussion. Online condolences may be given at www.powersfh.com. Kim Bishop, SWCC dean of student services, presented the Fall 2022 Demographic Report. Bond Legal LLC lawyers are licensed in AL, AR, GA, IL, NC, NY, OK and SC. (Creston) -- A Diagonal woman faces OWI charges following her arrest Monday night. Luckys Car Wash opened in late October. Street will the first to tell you his career had ups and downs. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google And now there are several new things to check out. FOR US? We would like to thank [], 1-5-23 The first Creston City Council meeting of 2023 was a short one with only five items of new business on the agenda. FIVE FIELDS AT THE BAKER FARM NEEDED WORK AND BAKERS FRIENDS READILY ACCEPTED THE CHALLENGE. They used 18 combines, 40 tractor-trailers, and 20 grain carts to get the job done by noon. Five fields at the Baker farm needed work, and Baker's friends readily accepted the challenge. Tuesday night the Creston City council voted four to two in favor of establishing the second reading of Ordinance No 23-05 [], 12-7-22 A Creston man was charged by Waukee Police with first degree burglary, domestic abuse assault by impeding the flow of blood and/or air and violation of a protective order. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955 during the Korean Conflict. Eblen was taken to Adams County Jail. Two representatives from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources met with the Creston City Council last week talking about what is planned but to also ask the City to [], Google maps may be able to help you find a location in Union County, but with Beacon, the countys geographic information system, you can learn so much more. Creston Community School Superintendent Deron Stenders latest Panther Pitch, is the second in a series of articles related to school finances. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. It destroyed 20-acres of trees including many mature, red oak trees, turning them into twisted rubble. Legal services are limited to the foregoing states. It is under construction. Community investment groups and a developer from St. Louis are still interested in creating a bustling and thriving atmosphere there but need the Citys help. PowerSchool is the current district Student Information System [], 1-6-23 10:30 AM UPDATE: From the Iowa Department of Public Safety: Missing 3 year old Fallon Wells has been located, safe, in Missouri. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Tuesday morning the Union County Board of Supervisors approved a road use agreement with Alliant Energy as well as a solar permit. Improvements to the treatment facility are necessary to meet nutrient reduction requirements imposed by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Police arrested 21-year-old Jeremiah Lee Whitney of Creston on Monday for driving while barred. Union County Development Association Interim Director Mindy Stalker shared ideas related to placemaking and wayfinding when meeting with the Creston Park and Recreation board. (Creston) A Ringgold County woman suffered injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Creston on Monday afternoon. (Creston) The Creston Community School District has been getting recognized across the state of Iowa for its STEM curriculum and instruction. personalized experience where available. Creston community comes together to harvest 5 farm fields in one day for grieving family, NEW TONIGHT, DANCING TO VIRAL FARMERS CAME TOGETHER IN UNION COUNTY TO HARVEST 500 ACRES OF GRAIN IN A SINGLE DAY. During the traffic stop, the Stuart Police Officer noticed the smell of marijuana coming from Washington. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-599-0297 or use the submission box found on this page. Gregory Clair, Creston, was arrested on Feb. 13 for harassment at 220 Townline Road. Sign up to get new stories directly to your inbox! Gibson Memorial Library Director Gabriel Chrisman came in [], (Creston) Last month a group of concerned residents swayed the Union County Board of Supervisors to approve a three-month abeyance on any new wind turbine permit applications. A month ago, based on the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Board, the Creston City Council approved Phase 1 pool plans and specifications, sending it out [], 11-29-22 In early November the Union County Board of Supervisors passed a resolution directing the sale of bids for $5 million in General Obligation Urban Renewal Bonds to fund road and bridge projects in the TIF district. Despite some hiccups with the construction, the finish line is in sight, says Ulli Mueller, the senior manager Over $2-million from Columbia Basin Trust will be split among 22 projects aimed at reducing fossil fuel dependency and enduring future sustainability. The search resulted in four arrests and more than 40 felony charges. Stender says due to bullying and harassment issues that largely happen outside of school through a variety [], (Creston) Creston Community School Superintendent Deron Stender has been discussing school finances in his monthly Panther Pitch. In the fifth in a series of articles, this time he explains the restrictions related to school funds. (Creston) -- Officials with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources are observing a bypass discovered in Creston Monday morning. (Creston) The Creston Police Department charged 18-year-old Ella Jean Hoffman with Possession of a Controlled Substance (Marijuana) 1st Offense. stored in any form without written permission from The Legal Advocate. Something about there gave me that feeling. New playground equipment and surfacing to replace an existing playground northwest of the school building has been on the districts to-do list for several years. Stender said taxpayers often ask how Iowa spends the nearly $4 billion that is earmarked for the states [], 1-23-23 Creston Community School Superintendent Deron Stender always includes an update about facilities when he meets with the school board. Creston's Street hopeful to continue improvements at Morningside, Produce in the Park Now Accepting Vendor Applications for Holiday Farmers Markets, Fremont County Soil & Water Conservation District Regular Monthly Meeting. They arent as simple and having one savings and checking account. Bond Legal works with The Legal Advocate to provide these news updates because we are passionate about helping victims and their families and hold those who are responsible accountable to make our communities safer. As such, The Legal Advocate cannot and does not provide any kind of advice, explanation, opinion, or recommendation to any reader about possible legal rights, remedies, defenses, options, selection of forms or strategies the reader may have. On Tuesday Gov. According to court documents, Andre Washington II, 39-years-old of Kokomo, Indiana, was charged with two Class D Felonies for possession of a firearm while being a felon and first offense for trafficking a stolen weapon after being pulled over for a traffic stop because of a faulty license plate lamp, and for traveling 75 miles per hour in a 70 mile per hour zone. Privacy Policy and Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state). (Creston) The Creston Police Department arrested 24-year-old Ashely Dawn Eblen on Thursday at her residence. Follow the link to read our updated Privacy Policy. Hoffman was cited on Tuesday and released on a Promise to Appear. There was an error processing your request. An attorney can help. Online condolences may be given at www.powersfh.com. Southwestern ends the regular season with a 59-38 loss to Des Moines Area Community College. ReturnersReturning second baseman Abbi Conrad was a unanimous all-region selection last year and has been voted team captain by her teammates. 2023 Belsito Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision, said Bond. would you like to leave well wishes or remembrances for family members? The Creston Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at the towns newest car wash. Ellen Gerharz welcomed owners Nick and Allie Wetzel [], (Creston) The Union County Development Association is hoping a BOOST grant, will boost creative placemaking efforts in uptown Creston. Eblen was held on no bond as she must serve the balance of her jail sentence. Bond Legal PC lawyers are licensed in CA, CO, DC, FL, IA, MN, ND, TX and WA. Baker's daughters were touched but say they aren't surprised. Related to the wind turbines, on Monday the Supervisors approved the Wind Turbine Urban Renewal Indebtedness Certification. Tuesday night the Creston City Council held a public hearing regarding the ordinance that would have required rental property inspections in Creston. Held in abeyance is a legal term that means temporarily suspended. Before the abeyance was approved, the Supervisors heard from a few people representing the Union County group [], (Creston) The Union County assessors office fiscal year 2024 budget was approved last week but it took two votes. The bypass occurred near Taylor Park, which flows into a marshy area and eventually drains into McKinley Lake. Baker's daughters were touched but say they aren't surprised. (Creston) -- A Shannon City man faces charges following his arrest in Creston over the weekend. Monday night the school board set March 14 at 2 pm as the quotation date for [], (Creston) When the Southwestern Community College (SWCC) board of directors met last week, one of the topics on the agenda was related to the prospective GOLD (Ringgold) Center in Mount Ayr.
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