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Fremont County Sheriff’s Office

Sheriff Kevin Aistrope reports the following recent arrests:On April 30, deputies arrested David Allan Thompson, 42, of Hamburg on suspicion of domestic abuse (first offense).On May 2, deputies arrested Beau Doyne Oliver, 34, of Sidney on suspicion of being a felon in possession of a firearm.

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Ferguson honored with Excellence in Mentoring Award

The Iowa Excellence in Mentoring Award was posthumously bestowed upon John (Johnnie) Ferguson of Hamburg at a recent event at the Iowa State Capitol.Established in 2009, the Excellence in Mentoring Awards gives Iowa Mentor certified programs the opportunity to recognize outstanding long-time youth mentors.Individuals selected have served as a mentor a minimum of two years and exemplify both the spirit and positive benefits of mentoring.

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Stanely remembered as local legend

Mike Stanley, a former Western Iowa Conference Athletic Director, and local legend, passed away in late March and continues to be the topic of heartwarming stories and remembrances.There is little doubt that memories of Stanley will remain for many years to come.Lewie Curtis, who took the athletic director job at Underwood in 2000, said Stanley welcomed him into the eight-school group of athletic directors in the Western Iowa Conference.Curtis said Stanley advised him with “blunt honesty” and also with “expertise in doing what was best for kids.”Curtis said Stanley enjoyed leadership, knew how to lead.

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