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Disability rights activist pushes government to let him participate in society
Garret Frey refuses to be sidelined. Frey has been paralyzed from the neck down for more than 37 of his 42 years. He has spent decades rejecting the government’s excuses when he and others with disabilities are denied the support they need to live in their own homes and to participate in society.
Atlantic Area Chamber Ambassadors Visit Meredith Communications
(Atlantic) The Atlantic Area Chamber Ambassadors were hosted by Meredith Communications on Thursday, August 22nd, 2024, to help welcome new staff. Bill Saluk, General Manager, introduced the Ambassadors to the new Sports Director, Chris Varney, who recently moved to the area from Grinnell. Chris comes to Meredith Communications with 30 years of experience and the title of 2023 Iowa High School Coaches Association Broadcaster of the Year. Chris is originally from Columbia, Maryland, but has been fortunate enough to move to the Midwest to be closer to family. Chris is looking forward to being a part of the tight-knit community and continuing to do what he loves: sports broadcasting.
A Matter of Balance Beginning September 16
(Atlantic) Cass County Public Health will host a new session of A Matter of Balance beginning Monday, September 16. This free class is designed to help decrease falls and help older adults manage their fears about falling. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program to help older adults learn...
College Soccer (8/24): Graceland, IWCC men pick up wins
(KMAland) -- The Graceland and Iowa Western men picked up wins while the Graceland women and UMKC men earned draws in regional college soccer on Saturday. Check out the scoreboard and linked boxscores below. REGIONAL WOMEN’S SOCCER SCOREBOARD. Graceland 1 Hastings 1 — 2 OT https://www.gujackets.com/sports/wsoc/2024-25/boxscores/20240824_alf5.xml. REGIONAL MEN’S...
Charlene (Speed) Lamberti Establishes Charitable Fund to Benefit Community of Orient
ORIENT, Iowa – A native daughter of Orient and graduate of the school district is giving back to her hometown with the formation of a charitable fund. Charlene (Speed) Lamberti along with her husband, Donald, have formally announced the $1-million gift on Saturday, August 24, as part of the community’s Pumpkin Days celebration.
'AWESOME!': Council Bluffs high schoolers welcomed with pep rally
A few days before the start of school, Assistant Principal Rob Lindquist got attention on social media for a video he made running around the school, talking to teachers and exclaiming "Awesome!"
Atlantic’s Potent Rushing Attack Leads to a 48-30 Win over Council Bluffs, Jefferson
(Atlantic) The Atlantic Trojans, led by Head Coach Joe Brummer, delivered their pre-season promise to focus on running the football with a 48-30 victory over Council Bluffs, Jefferson, in a Week Zero match-up. The Trojans amassed 375 yards of offense, including 318 rushing yards and 57 passing yards. Tyson O’Brien...
Council Bluffs Community Schools District returns to classroom with new programs
COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Council Bluffs Community Schools District was excited to welcome students back into the classroom today, marking the beginning of a new school year filled with promising opportunities to advance students' learning. Amanda Jens is the principal of Kirn Middle School. She said the program will...
KMAland Football (Week 0): Atlantic, Boyer Valley, Murray all winners
(KMAland) -- Atlantic, Boyer Valley and Murray were winners in Week 0 KMAland football action Friday. Check out the rundown and statistical leaders below. •Tyson O’Brien, Atlantic: 245 yards rushing, 2 TD. •Gavin McLaren, Atlantic: 4 TD. Find the complete recap at KMA’s Local Sports News Page. Boyer...
Truckload of water arrives in Massena
(Massena, Iowa) – A semi tractor-trailer load of bottled water was delivered to Massena this (Friday) morning, while the city remains under a Boil Order. The water was donated by the Atlantic Hy-Vee Store. City officials in Massena are asking residents to please come to area near City Hall and take no more than two cases to start, so that everyone may have the water who needs it.
Meet the Players Night At WCV
Wildcat football and volleyball are in scrimmage action today for Meet the Players night at West Central Valley. The volleyball action begins at 3PM, followed by a free will donation fun zone for kids at the baseball and softball field, and a parade of athletes for all the fall activities before the football scrimmage against the Madrid Tigers at 7PM. After the football scrimmage, there will be a foam party for everyone in attendance.
Atlantic Opens Football Season With Some Newcomers on Defense
(Atlantic) Atlantic and Council Bluffs, Jefferson opens the season in a week 0 game tonight. The Trojans will have a lot of new faces on defense. The Trojans must find a replacement for Colton Becker, an all-district linebacker for the Trojans lost to graduation. Atlantic Head Coach Joe Brummer says Jake Wailes will fill that spot this season.
2024 H.S. Football Preview: Norris
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - Norris Football enters the 2024 season with confidence as the Titans have made the playoffs every year since hiring Ty Twarling. Jarrett Behrends returns at Quarterback for his 3rd year as the starter. The Titans open the season with a tough matchup visiting Omaha Skutt. They...
Volunteers needed for "Huskers Helping the Homeless" event
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) - The first Husker football game of the season is next week, and Matt Talbot is gearing up for their annual Huskers Helping the Homeless event. It will take place from September 19 through the 21st. The annual event is a fundraiser for Matt Talbot, and the...
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