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From the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office Hawkeye woman arrested on child endangerment charge On May 9, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office conducted a welfare check at a residence in Hawkeye. The Sheriff’s Office received a report from that school that two children had not been attending school for weeks and were concerned. Upon and investigation that day, Jessica Lynn Mikesh, 35, was arrested and charged with two counts of child endangerment, an aggravated misdemeanor. It was learned that Mikesh had abandoned two minor children to fend for themselves, leaving them in an unlivable home. Brian Charles Brainard, 36, was also … Continue reading Fayette County Sheriff’s Report: Deputies make drug, child endangerment, domestic abuse arrests in May
Members of three archery teams from Oelwein have qualified for state tournaments this weekend — Wings Park, the high school and the middle school teams. The 3D State Tournament and the Bullseye State Tournament will be will be March 4-5, in the 4-H Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. State qualifiers by team are listed below: Wings Park Elementary Bullseye Tournament — Cassandra Acuff, Colton Arnold, Meah Denny,Jameson Folsom,Maverick Hall, Emmit Ricchio, Kellen Smith, Mia Trumblee and William Weig. 3D Tournament — Cassandra Acuff, Colton Arnold, LeiLyn Bush, Meah Denny, Jameson Folsom, Maverick Hall, Elyjah Pruitt, Nevaeh … Continue reading Oelwein archers qualify for State Tournaments
Good morning, it’s Thursday, March 2, 2023. NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE FORECAST Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 38. East wind 3 to 7 mph. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. East wind 7 to 10 mph. Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 40. Breezy, with an east wind 11 to 16 mph becoming north in the afternoon. OELWEIN ARCHERS QUALIFY FOR STATE Members of three archery teams from Oelwein have qualified for state tournaments this weekend — Wings Park, the high school and the middle school teams. The 3D State Tournament and the Bullseye State Tournament … Continue reading Oelwein AM Update (March 2): Oelwein students qualify for state in archery and speech
An Oelwein house was damaged by fire Wednesday morning. According to a news release, at 7:11 a.m., Feb. 22, 2023,the Oelwein Fire and Police Departments responded to a report of a house fire at a 501 5th Ave SE. Upon arrival, the smoke was seen coming from the residence with flames visible in the interior. Fire crews were able to suppress the fire with minimal structural damage. The preliminary investigation suggests an electrical failure could potentially be the cause. The Oelwein Departments were assisted by Mercy One Ambulance and crews from Alliant Energy. Continue reading Wednesday morning fire damages Oelwein house
Oelwein Police have made a second arson arrest within two weeks, this time a 16-year-old boy. The police and fire departments have completed their investigation into a Monday, Feb. 13, house fire at 632 5th Ave. SW, according to a police news release. One count of second-degree arson (Class C felony) has been filed against the teen, who is from Oelwein. “The matter is being referred to Juvenile Court Services for processing,” says the release. “The structure is considered a total loss with damage extending to a neighboring property.” The fire on 5th Ave. SW came on the heels of … Continue reading Oelwein teen charged in Feb. 13 house fire
APRIL 6, 2023, UPDATE: Chris Westendorf, of Oelwein, who is charged with second-degree arson, has changed attorneys. He is now represented by Gregory Schiller, of Monona. FEB. 16, 2023, REPORT: An Oelwein man is facing an arson charge over a fire at a house owned by his siblings where he resided. Chris Edward Westendorf, 57, is charged with second-degree arson, a Class C felony, in Fayette County District Court. According to the criminal complaint filed on Tuesday, Feb. 14, Westendorf told an officer at the scene of the fire — 420 4 1/2 St. SW — on Sunday, Feb. 12, … Continue reading Updated: Oelwein man facing arson charge
News Release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Iowa A man who distributed methamphetamine out of his residence, conspired to have a government witness assaulted, and sexually abused multiple women was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison. Justin Michael Buehler, age 39, from Oelwein, Iowa, received the prison term after a June 9, 2022 jury verdict finding him guilty of two counts of distribution of methamphetamine. The evidence at trial showed that Buehler distributed methamphetamine to an employee at his workplace. In January 2019, law enforcement agents coordinated with the employee to set up two controlled purchases … Continue reading Oelwein man gets 30 years for distributing methamphetamine and obstructing justice
A Fort Atkinson man escaped injury Wednesday morning when his SUV slid off the road and rolled in the ditch. The Fayette County Sheriff’s office took a 911 report at 5:45 a.m. about a one-vehicle accident north of West Union on Hwy 150. A 2005 Chevy Trailblazer driven by Patrick M. Rothmeyer, 46, was traveling south on Hwy 150 when he lost control on the icy roadway and entered the west ditch and rolled his vehicle. Rothmeyer was not injured, according to the Sheriff’s Office, which was assisted by the West Union Fire Department and the Iowa State Patrol. … Continue reading Driver unhurt despite SUV rollover
Here are the December Musicians of the Month for the Oelwein Middle School 5-12 Band Department. Presented by Melissa Franzen, grades 5-7 band director. Continue reading OMS announces December Musicians of the Month
Fayette County authorities arrested two people after executing a search warrant at a Maynard home on Dec. 30. This was the second warrant regarding illegal drugs at the home withing three months, according to a news release from the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office. Karylann Renee Lewin, 20, and Jaron Opria Evans, 37, both of Maynard, were charged with first-offense possession of methamphetamine (serious misdemeanor), child endangerment (aggravated misdemeanor) and possession of drug paraphernalia (simple misdemeanor). The Sheriff’s Office executed the search warrant on at 3:20 p.m. Friday at 120 7th St. N. The news release says deputies found methamphetamine and paraphernalia … Continue reading 2nd drug warrant executed at same Maynard residence in 3 months
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
Good morning, Oelwein area readers. It’s Wednesday, Oct. 19, and here are 7 local news reports for you at 7 a.m. 1. WEATHER — Today will be mostly sunny, with a high near 46. Northwest wind 8 to 14 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy, with a low around 29. West wind 6 to 8 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. TRUNK OR TREAT TODAY — Full Circle Services Trunk or Treat will be 5-8 p.m, Oct. 19, at the Knights of Columbus parking lot in Oelwein. Popcorn, hot cocoa and lots of goodies. 3. OHS MUSIC NEWS Huskies selected for Honor … Continue reading OELWEIN 7 AT 7 (Oct. 19): Trunk or treat and volleyball playoffs tonight; band members get honors; plus court news
Sydney’s Bridal is moving to Oelwein. The shop is not only moving from West Union to Fayette County’s largest city, it’s expanding its offerings. “BIG changes coming in the next few months,” says a post on the business’s Facebook page. “The bridal shop will be waltzing down to the city of Oelwein. Along with this change I am adding prom dresses to the store arriving in December! “I will remain in West Union until renovations are finished in Oelwein. Watch for an upcoming Pronovias trunk show in November and discounts during that showing. Thank you to everyone for your continued … Continue reading Bridal shop moving into Oelwein
LA PORTE CITY — Hillary Trainor gave Sumner-Fredericksburg another championship title today. The junior won the varsity girls 5K at the North Iowa Cedar League conference meet at the La Porte City Golf Course with a time of 19:19.6. Jesup sophomore MacKenzie Wilson was second with a time of 19:21.4. Denver freshman Avery Trunkhill placed third with a personal best time of 19:31.9, leading the Cyclones to a first-place team finish with 47 points. Hudson was second with 75 points followed by Jesup (3rd, 128), Union La Porte City (4th, 136), S-F (5th, 144), Wapsie Valley (6th, 147), Grundy Center … Continue reading S-F’s Trainor wins varsity girls 5K at NICL conference meet; Oelwein runners set personal and season records
LA PORTE CITY — The Oelwein boys cross country team continues is season on fire, despite the chilly fall winds on Thursday. The Huskies captured the team title at the North Iowa Cedar League’s conference meet at the La Porte City Golf Course. Oelwein sophomore Conall Sauser and senior Ray Gearhart finished second and third with times of 16.38.5 and 16:49.12, respectively. For Gearhart, it was his personal best time. The pair were sandwiched between Grundy Center runners. Kaden Lynch took first with a time of 16:27.8 and Emerson Vokes was fourth at 16:58.8. Oelwein, however, took first because it … Continue reading Oelwein boys win cross country conference meet
Good morning, Oelwein area readers. It’s Wednesday, Oct. 12, happy National Farmers Day. Here’s your local news update; 1. WEATHER — Today, expect isolated showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, it will be cloudy through mid-morning, then gradually clearing, with a high near 65. Breezy, with a west wind 7 to 12 mph increasing to 18 to 23 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 34 mph. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. Breezy, with a west wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. (Extended Forecast) 2. GOV’T: City Council ties events … Continue reading Oelwein morning briefing (Oct. 12): Oelwein ties traffic cameras to event center funding, golf cart ordinance fails and more
Oelwein, Monticello, Orange City, Pella, and Shenandoah are host sites this year for the Class 2A boys and girls cross country IHSAA and IGHSAU state qualifying meets, which all will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20. These teams will compete at Hickory Grove Golf Course in Oelwein: Anamosa, Aplington-Parkersburg, Clarion-Goldfield-Dows, Crestwood, Denver, Dike-New Hartford, Eagle Grove, Garner-Hayfield-Ventura, New Hampton, North Fayette Valley, Oelwein, Osage, Roland-Story, Starmont and Williamsburg. In Monticello: Beckman Catholic, (Dyersville), Camanche, Columbus Catholic, Waterloo, Jesup, Louisa-Muscatine, Mediapolis, Monticello, Northeast Springville/Central City (Girls), Sumner-Fredericksburg, Tipton, Waukon, West Liberty and Wilton. In Pella: Albia, Cardinal, Eldon, … Continue reading Oelwein to host cross country state qualifying meet
In the week 11 rankings released Tuesday by IATC, the Oelwein boys cross country team is seventh in Class 2A. Among Class 2A girls teams, Sumner-Fredericksburg is 16th and Jesup is 19th. Wapsie Valley is 14th in girls Class 1A. Individually, Starmont-West Central’s Charlie Sieck is 5th among Class 2A boys. Oelwein’s Conall Sauser is 13th and Ray Gearhart is 18th. MacKenzie Wilson of Jesup is fourth among Class 2A girls. Teammate Clare Wright is eighth. S-F’s Hillary Trainor is sixth. Continue reading Oelwein boys cross country 7th in 2A; WV, S-F & Jesup girls ranked
Good morning Oelwein reader. Here are six local news item at 6 a.m. to get your day started. It’s Tuesday, Oct. 11. 1. CITY ATTORNEY RESIGNING — The Oelwein City Council is weighing its options to replace Patrick Dillon as city attorney. City administration recommends contracting with a large firm with more resources than a local attorney could provide and requesting an attorney at Council meeting when necessary. Dillon submitted notice to City Administrator Dylan Mulfinger on Sept. 29 that he is resigning. “It has been a pleasure to work with you and the city since 2016,” Dillon wrote. “I … Continue reading 6 at 6: Oelwein City attorney resigning, WV volleyball winning, leaves peaking and more
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