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Oelwein AM update (Nov. 2)

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein area readers. It’s Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022. Here’s what’s happening in local news 1. WEATHER — Today will be sunny, with a high near 73. Breezy, with a south wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 51. South wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. SPORTS — It was a tough day at the State Volleyball Tournament for area teams Wapsie Valley and Sumner-Fredericksburg lost in the Class 2A quarterfinals 3. Catch “Snow White” at West … Continue reading Oelwein AM update (Nov. 2)

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Iowa’s pheasant opener was busy, with lots of hunter success

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NEWS RELEASE FROM THE IOWA DNR Hunters are home, the dogs are resting and Iowa’s opening weekend of pheasant season is in the rearview mirror. Reports from across the state varied from excellent up north to good in central and southwest Iowa, with the consensus that hunting will continue to improve once all the corn is harvested. According to reports, hunters turned out in good numbers, filling parking lots and field access lanes. “It’s the best bird numbers we’ve had since I’ve been in east-central Iowa. I’m still seeing hunters out today,” said Curt Kemmerer, wildlife biologist for the Iowa … Continue reading Iowa’s pheasant opener was busy, with lots of hunter success

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EBF upsets Wapsie Valley at State volleyball tournament in four sets

Chris Baldus

No. 6-seed Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont upset No. 3 Wapsie Valley 3-1 (25-22, 11-25, 25-20, 25-21) in the Class 2A quarterfinals of the State volleyball tournament on Tuesday at Xtreme Arena in Cedar Rapids. After the Rockets took the first set, 25-22, Wapsie Valley, appeared to be asserting dominance in the second set. The Warriors put an end to back-and-forth scoring with EBF when the Rockets hit 10 points. The Warriors went on a 15-1 scoring run. The only point scored by the Rockets was off a bad serve by the Warriors. Of Wapsie Valley’s final five points, Hannah Knight scored on two … Continue reading EBF upsets Wapsie Valley at State volleyball tournament in four sets

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Western Christian defeats Sumner-Fredericksburg in State volleyball quarterfinals

Chris Baldus

Western Christian defeated Sumner-Fredericksburg 3-1 (21-25, 26-24, 25-24, 25-18) in the Class 2A quarterfinals on Tuesday at Xtreme Arena in Cedar Rapids. According to to the IGHSAU broadcast team, Western Christian has made it to the State semifinals 23 consecutive years. Click here to watch match video from IGHSAU. Continue reading Western Christian defeats Sumner-Fredericksburg in State volleyball quarterfinals

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Oelwein man charged after September stand-off with police, altercation at hospital

Chris Baldus

UPDATE (April 6, 2023): A pretrial conference is scheduled for April 24 with a jury trial to begin May 10. An Oelwein man is charged with multiple felonies following a stand off on Sept. 24 with police, as well as a scuffle with officers later at the hospital. Jerad Lee Stewart, 22, is charged in Fayette County District Court with two counts of disarming a peace officer and one count of assault on persons in certain occupations while displaying a dangerous weapon, all Class D felonies. He is also charged with the aggravated misdemeanors of first-offense domestic abuse assault while … Continue reading Oelwein man charged after September stand-off with police, altercation at hospital

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Trick or treating tonight, State volleyball tomorrow

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein area readers. It’s Monday, Oct. 31, 2022, and here’s a local morning update for you. 1. WEATHER — Today will by sunny, with a high near 65. Northwest wind 3 to 7 mph. Tonight will be Mostly clear, with a low around 37. Light and variable wind. (Extended Forecast) 2. HALLOWEEN EVENTS TONIGHT 3. WV AND S-F IN STATE VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT TOMORROW Continue reading Trick or treating tonight, State volleyball tomorrow

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Missing child’s body found in Buchanan County pond

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IOWA DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY NEWS RELEASE from Oct. 29, 2022 FAIRBANK, Iowa – On October 28, 2022 at approximately 5:05 PM, the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a missing four year old child. The child was reportedly last seen at approximately 3:45 PM in the front yard of his residence in the 1400 block of 145th Street Fairbank, IA. Multiple agencies responded to assist with the search. An extensive search was conducted of the residence, curtilage, surrounding fields, ditches, structures and ponds. At approximately 11:40 PM, the child was found deceased in a neighboring pond. The investigation … Continue reading Missing child’s body found in Buchanan County pond

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Repairs to Viper Lanes likely to take months

Chris Baldus

It could take until February for repairs to get done at Viper Lanes in Oelwein, according to a social media post by the bowling alley’s ownership. Viper Lanes and P.J.s Bar and Grill closed “until further notice” earlier this week after Oelwein was soaked by an estimated 1.4 inches of rain overnight Monday. Prior to the rain event, the business had gotten a permit from the city to re-deck and coat a commercial roof. “The damage inside the business is extensive and will take an estimated 2 to 4 months or more to repair,” says a post put up Saturday … Continue reading Repairs to Viper Lanes likely to take months

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Wapsie Valley football season ends in Britt

Chris Baldus

Defending state champion West Hancock held on Friday night to defeat Wapsie Valley, 16-9, in the second round of the Class A football playoffs. West Hancock led 16-3 at home in Britt, when Wapsie Valley opened the fourth quarter with a 1-yard touchdown run by Hunter Kane. The point after failed however, and the Eagles held the Warriors scoreless the rest of the way. West Hancock opened the scoring when Mitchell Smith ran in a touchdown from 3 yards out and then the 2-point conversion in the second quarter. Wapsie Valley’s Braden Knight kicked a 28-yard field goal at the … Continue reading Wapsie Valley football season ends in Britt

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Seick takes 4th at State Cross Country meet

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Starmont/West Central senior Charlie Seick placed fourth at the Iowa High School Class 2A Cross Country Championships today in Fort Dodge. He completed the first mile in 5:07.34 and was in eighth place, moving up to sixth by the end of the second mile. The top two finishers were from Des Moines Christian. Aaron Fynaardt was first with a time of 15:50.62, and freshman Caleb Ten Pasa was second at 16:06.33. Okoboji Milford sophomore Evan Osler took third at 16:18.10. Sieck was fourth at 16:24.88 followed by Danville/New London senior AJ Bonnesen in fifth at 16:29.37. Continue reading Seick takes 4th at State Cross Country meet

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Oelwein boys cross country takes 5th at state

Chris Baldus

Conall Sauser finished 11th to lead the Oelwein boys cross country team to fifth place at the Iowa High School Class 2A Cross Country Championships today in Fort Dodge. Sauser’s time was 16:45.3. Aaron Fynaardt of Des Moines Christian won the race with a time of 15:50.62 Click here for full Oelwein results. Jacob Sullivan placed 23rd with a time of 17:12.28, follow by Ray Gearhart (29, 17:17.64), Benjamin Driscoll (36th, 17:24.56), Caleb Schunk (86th, 18:20.40), Gabe Driscoll (88, 18:23.47), and Keshaun Williams (128th, 20:06.73) Continue reading Oelwein boys cross country takes 5th at state

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Oelwein’s 7 at 7 (Oct. 27)

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein area readers. Today is Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022. This morning’s 7 at 7 update includes the Wellness Center saying farewell to a 20-year staff member, area volleyball teams getting to the State Tournament and more. Have a great day! 1. WEATHER — Today will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. Southeast wind 6 to 13 mph, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 35. Southeast wind 5 to 8 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. Wellness Center bidding farewell to an original employee — Claire Harrington will punch the … Continue reading Oelwein’s 7 at 7 (Oct. 27)

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Wapsie Valley volleyball returns to State

Chris Baldus

Wapsie Valley volleyball made quick work of Beckman Catholic tonight in the Class 2A Region 7 championship, returning to the State Tournament. The Warriors (41-4) defeated the Blazers (28-11) in three sets (25-20, 25-13, 25-15) at the neutral site in Manchester at West Delaware High. Last year, the Blazers defeated Wapsie Valley 3-2 in this title game to earn the State bid. The Warriors last made it to State in 2020, but had to pull out before the first game because COVID-19 was detected on the team. In 2019, Wapsie Valley took second in the Class 1A State Tournament. Sidney … Continue reading Wapsie Valley volleyball returns to State

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Oelwein 7 at 7 a.m. update (Oct. 26)

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein area readers. Today is Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022. Overnight Monday rain totals, the closing of Viper Lanes, a send off schedule for Oelwein’s runners heading to State and a West Central retirement are among the 7 local news updates at 7 a.m. for you. 1. TODAY’S FORECAST — Today will be sunny, with a high near 52 and a northwest wind of 7 to 10 mph. Tonight, clouds will roll in and the low will be around 34. Winds will be calm (Extended Forecast) 2. Oct. 24-25 rains soak Fayette most— The rain totals are in for … Continue reading Oelwein 7 at 7 a.m. update (Oct. 26)

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Oelwein bowling alley closed until further notice

Chris Baldus

Oelwein’s bowling alley and it’s restaurant are closed until further notice, according social media posts by its owner. “Okay here it is Viper Lanes and P.J.s Bar and Grill had major damage over the last couple days and is closed until further notice,” Dean Hendricks posted Tuesday on Facebook. “We currently have contractors here working on the issues and would appreciate if the public would not try to come in and look around. If you want your bowling equipment please contact me on Facebook to arrange a time to pick up. Please be patient with us we are going to … Continue reading Oelwein bowling alley closed until further notice

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Oelwein 7 at 7 (Oct. 24): Plaza demolition on the agenda, academics looking good at OCSD and more

Chris Baldus

Good morning, Oelwein area readers. It’s Monday, Oct. 24, 2022. Today’s 7 local news nuggets at 7 a.m. include demolition of the Plaza, good news about Huskies academics, concern about school bus seat belts and more. Remember, if you appreciate these concise, independent and free-access updates, please consider liking and following The Oelwein Post Facebook page. 1. WET WEATHER FINALLY — Today, rain is likely, mainly after 2 p.m. Under cloudy skies, the temperature will rise to around 70 by 11 a.m. before falling to around 61 during the remainder of the day. Breezy, with a south wind 16 to … Continue reading Oelwein 7 at 7 (Oct. 24): Plaza demolition on the agenda, academics looking good at OCSD and more

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Fayette County District Court update (Oct. 5-17)

Chris Baldus

Convictions Ethan Lee Palmer, 48, of Oelwein, pleaded guilty Oct. 5 to second-offense possession of methamphetamine (aggravated misdemeanor) and was placed on two years of formal probation on a suspended 10-year prison sentence. An $855 fine plus surcharge was also suspended. Ralph Deangelo Barron, 55, of New Hampton pleaded guilty to a Class C felony manufacture, delivery and possession of methamphetamine and on Oct. 17 received two to five years of probation on a suspended 10-year prison sentence. A $1,000 fine plus surcharge was also suspended. One count of possession of a controlled substance was dismissed. He was ordered to … Continue reading Fayette County District Court update (Oct. 5-17)

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Oelwein area update (Oct. 22): Area sports teams earn success; Rhythm concert tonight

Chris Baldus

Good morning Oelwein area readers. Today is Saturday, Oct 22 and here’s what’s in the local news. 1. WARM & WINDY WEEKEND— Today is sunny windy, with a high near 82 and gusts as high as 31 mph. Tonight will be Mostly clear, with a low around 59. South wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Sunday will be Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Breezy, with a south wind 16 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. OELWEIN RUNNERS STATE BOUND — Led by Conall Sauser, Huskies … Continue reading Oelwein area update (Oct. 22): Area sports teams earn success; Rhythm concert tonight

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Friday Football Scoreboard (Oct. 21)

Chris Baldus

Wapsie Valley and Grundy Center rolled into the second round of the Class A football playoffs, as Nashua-Plainfield and Hudson’s seasons came to a close. Here are the results from the Friday, Oct. 21, Iowa high school football games. CLASS A West Hancock 44, Nashua-Plainfield 16 BRITT — Juniors Kale Zuehl and Jaxen Peterson combined for 206 of West Hancock’s 346 rushing yards Friday night at home to defeat Nashua-Plainfield, 44-16. The 2021 Class A State Champion Eagles (9-0) have won 22 consecutive games since Nov. 6, 2020, when Grundy Center beat them 20-14 the Class A State Tournament quarterfinals. … Continue reading Friday Football Scoreboard (Oct. 21)