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Summer workouts for Wildcat football players
With the summer sport seasons now past, West Central Valley Activities Director and head football coach Jim Lindsay has summer workouts in session for the Wildcat football team. Morning workouts are available to all Wildcat students on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and the students have the choice between the 6AM or 7:30AM session. This sessions focus on speed, agility work, and provide access to the weight room. When it comes to preparing the football players, coach Lindsay said, “football wise we’ve been working on improving techniques and adding some wrinkles to our offense and defense at our open fields, as well as playing a little 7v7.”
Jayettes Finish the Year 10-19
Perry softball had their season come to an end on Tuesday. Dallas County foe, DCG, sent the Jayettes home in the Regional Championship. Perry finished the year at 10-19. Ten wins was one better than the previous year when they finished with nine. They started and ended the year well. The Jayettes were 5-7 after the first 12 games. Then, an eight game losing streak happened. The final nine games Perry went 5-4. The Jayettes finished top four in the Heart of Iowa Conference as they went 6-8. The offense was led by Karagyn Whelchel, who hit .454. Pitching relied on Maci Tunink for most of the season. Perry will have to replace 6 seniors for next season. All 6 played in Tuesday’s loss to DCG.
Bluejay Pitchers Key to 11 Win Campaign
The strongest part for Perry baseball this most recent season was the pitching. The Bluejays went 11-18, while 11 guys saw time on the mound. The one-two punch of Owen Myers and Drake Levan was quite successful. Both guys would finish with a record of 5-4. Myers pitched a team high 73 innings, struck out 79, and had an ERA of 1.63. Levan went 49 2/3 innings. The senior fanned 59 with an ERA of 4.65. Kaelan Davis appeared in 11 games while going 0-2. The lefty pitched 27 2/3 innings and picked up 16 K’s. Geren Kenney would pick up the only win that Myers or Levan did not receive. Kenney went 1-1 and appeared in 8 games. Wyitt Belgarde, Ty Brokaw, Reid Iben, Ian Fisher, and Kain Killmer all also saw time on the bump. The first four all appear poised to have larger pitching roles next year, while Killmer will be wrestling at UW-Platteville.
ARL saves nearly 50 more dogs from Boone County puppy mill - months after initial rescue
Nearly 50 dogs have been rescued from a puppy mill operation in Boone County, less than a year after authorities took almost 100 canines from the same location. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa returned to the 800 block of 170th Street, a few miles north of Ogden on Thursday, July...
ADM Softball Playing Fort Dodge Next Week to Begin State
The Adel-DeSoto-Minburn Softball team knows who they will be facing next week to begin the state tournament. The Tigers came out on top versus the Winterset Huskies on Tuesday to be named the Class 4A Region 4 Champions. The first run of the game wasn’t scored until the bottom of the fifth inning from Senior Aleah Johnson, which was followed by a five-run six inning to put some distance between them and Winterset.
Tense Moments for Paullina Thursday
A large law enforcement presence went to Paullina Thursday Morning. Shortly before 10 am, O’Brien County officials received a call from an individual claiming to have shot another person and said they would commit further acts of violence against other individuals and law enforcement. Law enforcement responded to the 4500 block of Red Wood Ave., northeast of Paullina. Precautions were made for nearby homes and businesses, and Mill Creek campground was evacuated.
IPR Studio One's list of small-scale music festivals you can't miss
It's festival season and Iowa music and culture fans are in the festival mood! It's natural to focus on the big fests first, but there are also many smaller — and just as worthy — festivals being held throughout the state. If you missed 80/35 or can't attend Hinterland - or even if you're going to both - there's more festival fun to be had in Iowa!
Jefferson’s Newest Police Officer is a Carroll Native
The Jefferson Police Department recently hired its seventh officer. Trevor Hansen was approved by the City Council at the June 25th meeting as the newest police officer. The 2022 Carroll High School graduate also has an associate degree in criminal justice from Des Moines Area Community College in Ankeny and recently worked as a jailer in the Polk County Jail for 1.5 years. He tells Raccoon Valley Radio one of the main reasons for going into a law enforcement career was from when he grew up with domestic violence. Hansen explains why he chose Jefferson to be an officer.
Hull Fareway Hosts Ribbon Cutting
Hull, Iowa – Fareway Stores, Inc. hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Tuesday for their much-anticipated new store located at the southwest corner of Highway 18 and Division Street in Hull. The 10,600 square foot store provides for a full-service butcher counter, an impressive grocery selection, with fresh-cut produce, healthy varieties, and locally sourced items, in addition to a variety of craft beer, fine wines, and top-shelf spirits.
Popular History Channel Show is Filming in Minnesota this Fall
It's always really exciting when shows or movies decide to film in Minnesota. Even if we can't be involved at all, we're still proud that our state was chosen! But this particular show that will be filming here DOES want our participation. It's a big show from the History Channel...
Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin Residents Should Brace for More of These Menaces
The excessive rainfall, abundance of severe thunderstorms, and increased tornadic activity has made this summer one to remember for Tri-Staters. The weather has been as inconsistent as it's been wet, and with that comes an influx of creatures most of us vehemently despise. With all the rain, flooding, and humidity...
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