Fog And Icy Roads Responsible For Two Morning Accidents
(Le Mars) — Slick, icy roads are responsible for an early morning accident that happened on Highway 3 at about 7:30 a.m. on the east edge of town near the intersection of the Le Mars Mutual Insurance building and the Armory. According to the Le Mars Police, the accident involved a car heading eastbound and wanting to make a left-hand turn toward the Le Mars Mutual Insurance, when a pick up truck pulling a trailer loaded with a snowmobile was following the car and was unable to stop and rear-ended the car, causing the car to spin completely around. The Le Mars Ambulance Services and the Le Mars Fire and Rescue Department responded to the scene. The female driver of the car was taken to the Floyd Valley Healthcare with what was thought to be minor injuries. The driver of the pick up truck was uninjured. Both vehicles sustained damage. The Le Mars Police Department is investigating the accident.
(Brunsville) — Emergency rescue personnel and law enforcement authorities responded to an accident involving a semi-truck running into the rear of a car this morning. The accident happened at about 9:25 a.m on county road K-42 and 150th Street, about two miles north of Brunsville. Authorities say the morning fog may be somewhat responsible for the collision. One person was transported to Floyd Valley Healthcare, but believed to have non-life threatening injuries. The car suffered major damage to the rear of the vehicle, and was towed from the scene, while the semi truck had only minor damage and was able to drive away.
Housing Construction Increased In Le Mars For 2015
(Le Mars) — Le Mars saw an increase of houses that were built in 2015. According to a report submitted to the city council, Le Mars had a total of 26 new homes constructed. City Assistant Administrator Jason Vacera comments on the report.
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Vacera says the increase of housing development can be connected to the additional sub-divisions that have been approved in recent years, allowing for the new homes to be constructed. Vacera says Le Mars also saw an increase in new and renovated commercial property.
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Vacera says the construction value was above $5.6 million dollars which meant an additional $17,150 in construction fees for the city.
LeAnn Hobson Named School District “Employee Of The Month”
(Le Mars) — A high school study hall monitor and associate was presented the honor of being named as the “Le Mars Community Employee of the Month”. LeAnn Hobson has been employed with the school district for 20 years, and according to the nomination as submitted by Nancy Isebrand and Kathy Dalton, LeAnn Hobson is a remarkable woman as she manages to keep anywhere from 15 to 90 students quiet during their study hall periods throughout the entire school day. Because of her caring attitude for the students, you can find students around her desk sharing with her at various times of the day. She works hard to make the students accountable for the grades they are getting. If their grades drop below a “C” she will personally keep them responsible for improving those grades. She is like the super mom of the building with her love for the students. Our congratulations go to LeAnn Hobson for being named the Le Mars Community school district employee of the month.
2016 Floyd Valley Healthcare New Year’s Baby
(Le Mars) — Floyd Valley Healthcare officials have announced the arrival of the new year’s baby. Kenzie Faye Meyer was born Monday morning at 7:58 a.m. Kenzie weighed six pounds – eleven ounces, and was 19 inches in length. Josey Meyer of Le Mars is the mother of Kenzie. The new year’s baby will be welcomed by three-year old older sister, Kandus. Dr. Sheila Holcomb was the attending physician.
Latham Diagnosed As Having Cancer
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Former U.S. Representative Tom Latham of Iowa says he has been diagnosed with a form of cancer.
The former Republican congressman wrote on his public Facebook page Wednesday that he was diagnosed recently with a form of lymphoma. His post, which he linked to his verified Twitter account, says he is working with doctors and there’s a treatment plan. He didn’t release more information.
The 67-year-old Latham says in the Facebook post that he is confident he could “beat this and be back to full speed soon.”
Latham was first elected to Congress in 1995, and he retired in 2015. He represented different sections of Iowa during his multiple terms.
Republican Presidential Candidate Dr. Ben Carson To Visit Le Mars
(Le Mars) — KLEM news has learned that Republican presidential candidate, Dr. Ben Carson will make an appearance in Le Mars. Carson, a retired surgeon, is scheduled to be at the Blue Bunny ice cream parlor on Monday evening, January 11th. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with Carson speaking at 7:45 p.m.
