December 2022
DNR Water Summary: Drought still remains in Iowa after November rains
The month of November ended with much of northwestern Iowa receiving below normal precipitation and southeastern Iowa observing above average totals. Statewide precipitation was just under two inches, which is slightly above normal for the month.
No evidence found in Fremont County excavation
State, local, and federal law enforcement assisted with an investigation in Fremont County from Dec. 5 to 8. Authorities brought in an array of experts representing several disciplines and significant assets to excavate, collect and examine soil samples from a site identified by a reporting party.
Releases from Gavins Point Dam reduced to winter rates
The end of flow support for the 2022 Missouri River navigation season ended Nov. 21 as releases were reduced toward winter rates at Gavins Point Dam.
Reduce stress for a happy, healthy holiday season
December brings an abundance of festivals and celebrations. These celebrations don’t have to be stressful; some creativity and self-care can help both mentally and physically.
Missouri and Big Sioux paddlefish licenses on sale
Iowa anglers can buy the Missouri and Big Sioux River paddlefish license and tags through Jan. 7.
SWI girls compete at Riverside tourney
The Southwest Iowa girls’ wrestling team competed in the 23-team Riverside tournament last week. Results were as follows: Kaidynce Reafleng, third at 100 pounds. Bridget Kromminga, fifth at 125A pounds. Kayleanna Renshaw, first at 135B pounds. Clara Sapienza, first at 140 pounds. Emily Kesterson, first at 155 pounds. Braelyn Wilson, fourth at 155B pounds. Madison Hensley, first at 170A pounds. Tatiana Orozco, fourth at 170A pounds. True Scott, third at 235 pounds.
Sidney edges out East Atchinson, 59-57
Grant Whitehead scored 22 points and added a solid floor game with five assists and 10 steals to lead four double-digit scorers as the Sidney Cowboy basketball team edged East Atchison in a highly competitive 59-57 final on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at Fairfax, Mo.
SWI boys’ wrestle at Lenox meet
The Southwest Iowa boys’ wrestling team competed in the 10-team Lenox Invite last week. Individual results were as follows: Seth Ettleman, first at 120 pounds. Gabe Johnson, first at 126 pounds. Flynt Bell, fourth at 152 pounds. Mavryc Morgan won a match by pin at 152 pounds. Blake Schaff won a match by pin at 132 pounds.
Special Olympics Iowa Inducts Inaugural Class into HOF
Special Olympics Iowa will induct the 2022 inaugural class, 9 individuals, into the Special Olympics Iowa Hall of Fame on December 15th. The Hall of Fame class includes Bobby Johnson (Waterloo), Deb Eldred (West Des Moines), Jody Sheriff (Greenfield), Joe and Eileen Wilson (Cedar Falls), Kim Lively (Ames), Randy Spurr (Norwalk), Ron Miller (Muscatine), and Suzie Moorman (Corydon).