Author: Chris Baldus

Newspaperman, professionally, since 1991 Husband since 1992 Father since 2001, triplets plus two States I've lived in: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Idaho and Iowa Graduate of Augsburg College, Minneapolis, Minn. An offensive lineman who dreamed big
Oelwein Post

Oelwein update (Oct.4): Harvest gets going, recipe event coming, band invites alumni out to play and more

Chris Baldus

Good afternoon to all in the Oelwein area, here are some news nuggets you might be interested in: Tonight 1. WEATHER — Today will be partly sunny, with a high near 74. South wind 6 to 10 mph. Tonight, there is a 20% chance of showers after 1 a.m. Otherwise it will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. South wind around 7 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. OCAD ANNOUNCES RECIPE GATHERING EVENT — Go downtown to start assembling a cookbook and taste samples during the Treats, Streets and Avenues Recipe Collection from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. Start at … Continue reading Oelwein update (Oct.4): Harvest gets going, recipe event coming, band invites alumni out to play and more

Nashua Post

7 Nashua updates at 7 (Tuesday, Oct. 4): Dog attack victim doing well, ambulance named, volleyball tonightand more

Chris Baldus

Good morning. Here are your 7 local news reports at 7 a.m. 1. WEATHER: Today will be partly sunny, with a high near 76. South wind 6 to 10 mph. Tonight there will be a 20% chance of showers after 1 a.m. Otherwise, it will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. South wind 5 to 8 mph. 2. DOG BITE VICTIM RECOVERS — The Nashua child who was injured in a dog attack last month is doing well, Chickasaw County Sheriff Martin Hemann reported last night to the City council. The girl has also returned to school, he … Continue reading 7 Nashua updates at 7 (Tuesday, Oct. 4): Dog attack victim doing well, ambulance named, volleyball tonightand more

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Nashua morning update (Oct.3)

Chris Baldus

1. WEATHER — It will be mostly sunny today with a high near 75. South wind 6 to 10 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 49. South wind 5 to 7 mph. Source: National Weather Service (Extended Forecast) 2. AMBULANCE, TRASH RATES AND DAM ON COUNCIL AGENDA TONIGHT — The Nashua City Council meets at 7 p.m. tonight in City Hall. The agenda includes votes on establishing a volunteer ambulance service and increasing garbage pickup rates. A dam update is a topic scheduled for closed session. (Full Agenda) 3. RANDOM SPORTS NOTES: Continue reading Nashua morning update (Oct.3)

Oelwein Post

Postseason still possible for Oelwein football

Chris Baldus

So, there is a chance. A fighting chance. Oelwein’s ability to qualify for the postseason took a hit last week when Union (2-2 in district, 4-2 overall), rallied to win its Homecoming game over the Huskies, 34-24. But, if Oelwein (1-2, 2-4) can bounce back with a win Friday against Wahlert Catholic (2-1, 4-2), it could clinch Class 2A District 4’s fourth and final playoff spot by beating North Fayette Valley (1-2, 4-2) in the last week of the regular season. Wahlert Catholic is coming off a loss last week to Waukon (3-0, 3-3). The Indians beat the Golden Eagles … Continue reading Postseason still possible for Oelwein football

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Oelwein update: OHS band at UNI, WC student make repairs, plus business and sports notes

Chris Baldus

1. OHS BAND MEMBERS MARCH AT UNI: On Saturday, 15 Oelwein High School band students practiced alongside the UNI Panther Marching Band and then performed with it during halftime of the Panthers football game against Indiana State at the UNI dome in Cedar Falls. Altogether there were nearly 500 band members on the field performing all together. 2. WEST CENTRAL STUDENTS FIX A PORCH: West Central industrial tech teacher Justin VerMeer’s Special Projects fixed the porch at a local home last week, according to the district’s Facebook page. The porch had some rotting caused by sloping around the house. students … Continue reading Oelwein update: OHS band at UNI, WC student make repairs, plus business and sports notes

Nashua Post

N-P football controls its postseason future

Chris Baldus

Win and they’re in. Despite Grundy Center’s 35-8 win over Nashua-Plainfield last week, the Huskies football team controls its postseason future. In the race for the last two of the four playoff spots in Class A District 4, N-P and BCLUW have identical records, 2-2 in district and 4-2 overall. N-P holds the tiebreaker because of its 20-6 win on Sept. 24. N-P would clinch the No. 3 spot with wins over its last two opponents of the regular season, AGWSR and Hudson, who are both 2-3 in district. If either defeats the Huskies, they could leapfrog into the postseason, … Continue reading N-P football controls its postseason future

Nashua Post

Videos: NPHS Marching Huskies perform at home

Chris Baldus

At halftime of Friday’s home football game, the Nashua-Plainfield High School Marching Huskies performed their show that won them first place at the Marshalltown Oktemberfest Parade Contest on Saturday, Sept. 24. It was the 10th year in a row they took first. If you would like to see more coverage like this, consider following The Nashua Post on Facebook and help us grow. Continue reading Videos: NPHS Marching Huskies perform at home

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Friday night football scoreboard (Sept. 30)

Chris Baldus

The Iowa High School football postseason picture is forming. In Classes A, 1A and 2A, the district champion, district runner-up, district third place team, and the district fourth place team will qualify for the playoffs. In Eight-Player, the district champion, district runner-up and district third place team and two statewide at-large qualifiers will qualify for the playoffs. Class A District 3 Wapsie Valley 48, South Winneshiek 24 —WV’s Traeton Sauerbrei scored rushing touchdowns from 40, 70, and 74 yards out. Braden Knight had touchdown runs of 3, 14 and 32 yards. Hunter Kane pounded 3 yards for a touchdown Grundy … Continue reading Friday night football scoreboard (Sept. 30)

Charles City Post

CC man accused of sexual abuse back in jail on drug charges

Chris Baldus

A 41-year-old Charles City man awaiting trial on one count of second-degree sexual abuse is back in jail after allegedly violating his pre trial release for a second time. Cory Lee Poyner is scheduled for trial Oct. 25, in Floyd County District Court. He is accused of sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl multiple times while living in her hom from November 2021 to January 2022. Poyner’s first pretrial violation was reported by probation officials when he was out on bail that he posted April 8 in the abuse case. Charles City Police had found him sleeping in a vehicle in … Continue reading CC man accused of sexual abuse back in jail on drug charges

Nashua Post

Nashua morning update Sept. 30

Chris Baldus

Good morning Nashua. Here’s some local news. 1. Weather — Today should be sunny with a high near 69 and southeast wind 6 to 11 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight should be partly cloudy, with a low around 45 and a southeast wind 3 to 6 mph. Expect rising temperatures over the weekend. (Extended forecast) 2. Cross country — The N-P girls team placed fourth at the Bulldog Invitational in Hampton on Thursday. Two Huskies finished in the top 20 individually. Kadence Huck, ranked 8th in Class 1A, took second with a time of 20:08.72. Ellie Eick … Continue reading Nashua morning update Sept. 30

Oelwein Post

Oelwein morning update Sept. 30

Chris Baldus

Good morning Oelwein. Here’s some local news. 1. Weather — Today will be sunny, with a high near 68 and a south wind of 6 to 9 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 45. The wind will turn southeast. (Extended forecast) 3. West Central drama will present the musical “Snow White and the Dancing Dwarfs” at 7 p.m. on Nov. 4 and 5. Admission is $6. 2. West Central Homecoming — The Blue Devils (4-2) will host Tripoli (4-1). The Homecoming game kicks off at 7 p.m. The Booster Club … Continue reading Oelwein morning update Sept. 30

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Oelwein volleyball sweeps on Senior Night, heading to NICL tournament next week

Chris Baldus

Oelwein celebrated its seniors and a victory Thursday night. The Huskies (12-16) closed out the regular season on Thursday with a 3-0 win at home against Valley Lutheran (0-5). Seniors Zoey Reisner and Emma Smock led Oelwein in kills with seven apiece. The Huskies third senior, Lily King had three kills. Junior Joslynn Melchert led Oelwein servers with 14 aces in her 19 successful serves. For Oelwein’s full stats, click here. UP NEXT: Oelwein will face Denver (22-5) at Grundy Center High School in the first round of the North Iowa Cedar League tournament. Game time is 6 p.m. Continue reading Oelwein volleyball sweeps on Senior Night, heading to NICL tournament next week

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N-P wins 1 set in loss to St. Ansgar

Chris Baldus

Saint Ansgar snapped Nashua-Plainfield volleyball’s win streak at two Thursday night. The Saints (14-10) defeated the Huskies (5-16) by a score of 3-1 (25-15, 25-15, 16-25, 25-17). Game stats for the Huskies were not immediately available. N-P took a 7-0 lead in the third set and went on to win 25-16. UP NEXT: N-P travels to North Butler for a quadrangular with the Bearcats, Lake Mills and Hampton-Dumont-CAL at 6 p.m. Oct. 11. Regional postseason play begins Oct. 17 Continue reading N-P wins 1 set in loss to St. Ansgar

Nashua Post

Nashua morning update (Sept. 29)

Chris Baldus

Good morning Nashua. Here’s what’s happening. 1. Weather — Today: Sunny, with a high near 66. South wind 9 to 14 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 42. Southeast wind 6 to 8 mph. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 69. South wind 6 to 13 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. Trap shoot fundraiser — The Nashua Fish and Game Club is hosting a night shoot under the lights Saturday, Oct. 22, called “One Last Gun Blast.” Fifty targets, concession stand, medals for top 3 shooters and door prizes. Everybody is welcome and proceeds go toward the Charles City/Nashua … Continue reading Nashua morning update (Sept. 29)

Oelwein Post

Oelwein morning update (Sept. 29):

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein. Here’s the local news report. 1. Weather — Today will be sunny, with a high near 65. Tonight will be a little less cool as the low will be around 42 under mostly clear skies. Friday will be sunny, with a high near 68. (Extended Forecast) 2. Coming up this weekend — On Saturday, pro wrestling will be part of O-Town Mania, the city of Hawkeye is having its Harvest Festival and Oran firefighters are serving up rib-eye steak. For details, click here. 3. Cancer fight fundraising — The Oelwein volleyball team’s 2022 Breast Cancer Awareness Night … Continue reading Oelwein morning update (Sept. 29):

Nashua Post

Nashua morning update (Sept. 28)

Chris Baldus

Good morning. Here’s a bit of local news. 1. WEATHER — Today: Areas of frost before 9 a.m. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 59. Light and variable wind becoming east around 6 mph in the morning. Tonight; Areas of frost after 4am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 36. Southeast wind around 6 mph. (Extended forecast) 2. SPORTS — Nashua-Plainfield volleyball defeated Clarksville at home Tuesday in three sets 25-16, 25-14, 25-17. The Huskies are now 6-15 overall so far this season. The Indians are 0-11. (Story and photos) 3. WEEKEND FUN — Nashua Parks is hosting Halloween … Continue reading Nashua morning update (Sept. 28)

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Oelwein morning update Sept. 28): Frost, second place and an events center

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein. Here is the forecast, some cross country and volleyball results and an events center update. 1. WEATHER — Today: Areas of frost before 9 a.m.. Otherwise, sunny, with a high near 59. Northeast wind 5 to 7 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 36. Southeast wind 3 to 6 mph. (Extended forecast) 2. SPORTS CROSS COUNTRY The No. 3-ranked Oelwein boys cross country team placed second at the Jesup Invite, with Conall Sauser finishing third and Ray Gearhart fifth. (Click here for more) TUESDAY VOLLEYBALL SCORES 3. GOV’T — The Oelwein City Council is continuing … Continue reading Oelwein morning update Sept. 28): Frost, second place and an events center

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Oelwein boys cross country places 2nd at Jesup Invitational

Chris Baldus

Oelwein’s boys cross county had two runners finish in the top five on Tuesday at the Jesup Invitational. Waukon, however, took first as a team, edging Oelwein by four points. Jesup Golf and Country Club hosted the 24-team invitational under sunny skies with temperatures in the 60s. A northwest wind blew at 15-25 mph. Starmont-West Central senior Charlie Sieck took second in the boys varsity 5K with a time of 16:17.1. Grundy Center junior Kaden Lynch won with a time of 16:11.3 Oelwein sophomore Conall Sauser was third with a time of 16:33.7. Teammate senior Ray Gearhart was fifth with … Continue reading Oelwein boys cross country places 2nd at Jesup Invitational