Sunday at 1:15 am Mount Pleasant Police were called to the mobile home park at 200 South Street. Reportedly, a woman ran into a neighbor’s mobile home and then was dragged back out by a man, later identified as Chadley Yeakley of Mount Pleasant. Witnesses said the woman told them about being tied up by Yeakley. Both the man and the woman were found in another mobile home. Officers were unable to make contact so they entered the home where they spoke with Yeakley who was barricaded in a back bedroom with the victim. Evidently, he had a knife and would not let the woman leave. Officers talked to Yeakley for about 90 minutes before he finally released the woman. However, Yeakley refused to drop the knife and surrender. Eventually, he did surrender peacefully and was taken to the Henry County Jail. Yeakley is charged with domestic abuse involving display or use of a weapon, kidnapping, willful injury an possession of a firearm by a felon.
Investigation Continues into an Incident at MP Game
The investigation continues into an incident that occurred behind the bleachers at the Mount Pleasant Homecoming game. Friday night at about 8:30 the police and Henry County Sheriff’s Department reserve deputies investigated a report that a male subject with either a pellet gun or a bb gun may have shot or shot at someone on the Mapleleaf Athletic Complex practice field. Initially, it was reported that several people were hit and could positively identify the suspect. However, after speaking to the witnesses officers were unable to find any actual victims. The suspect identified by witnesses was verified by officers to be in another town at the time of the incident and at this time does not appear to have been involved.
Henry County Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda
Sports, Monday, September 21st
By: Nathan Bloechl — sports@kilj.com
Willis Goes Wild, Leads Washington to 41-27 “W”:
Washington quarterback Trashaun Willis accounted for six scores — three through the air and three on the ground — as the #6 Demons rolled past Mount Pleasant 41-27 at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex last Friday night, spoiling Mount Pleasant’s homecoming festivities.
The Demons were gifted with exquisite field position right out of the gates, as Panther quarterback Jack Johnson fumbled on the game’s first play from scrimmage, setting Washington up at the Panther 25-yard line.
Five plays later, Willis ran in his first score to give the Demons first blood.
Following a Panther punt, Willis led Washington on a 10-play, 76-yard march that was capped off by a 28-yard passing strike to Ethan Patterson, his first of two touchdown grabs in the first quarter.
Mount Pleasant clawed back into the game late into the second quarter on a Jack Johnson three-yard rushing touchdown that put the exclamation mark on an 11-play drive that took just over 7:00 off the clock, cutting the Demon lead to 21-7 at half.
Out of the break Washington grabbed the game by the scruff of the neck, as Trashaun Willis scampered in for a 30-yard rushing touchdown and found Spencer Sotelo for a 17-yard passing score giving the Demons a 34-7 advantage.
Mount Pleasant tried to rally, however.
The Panthers scored the game’s next 13 points on a Jack Johnson 54-yard run and a Brevin Wilson 29-yard touchdown reception.
But the Demons, to their credit, put the game on ice when Willis scampered in for his third rushing touchdown — this time from four yards out — giving Washington a 41-20 lead.
The Panthers added a late score on a Jack Johnson to Brennan Bender 51-yard score, but the Demons recovered the onside kick and were able to knee out the clock.
The loss dropped Mount Pleasant to 2-2 on the year, while Washington improved to 4-0.
The Panthers will regroup this week before traveling to Keokuk for a district matchup next Friday.
Kick-off is set for 7:30 p.m.
Other area scores last Friday night:
Winfield-Mount Union 28, Iowa Valley 12
A happy homecoming for the Wolves, who improved to 3-1 on the year — their best start to a season since the 2015 season. Cam Buffington carried the rock 16 times for 195 yards, accounting for all four Winfield touchdowns. They’ll look to keep the good times rolling when they travel to New London, next Friday night.
New London 54, Lone Tree 26
New London got back into the win column, blowing past Lone Tree 54-26. The Tigers outscored Lone Tree 26-6 in the second half, improving to 3-1 following last weeks defeat by #4 Montezuma. New London will square off with Winfield-Mount Union next Friday in what should be a very entertaining matchup between Henry County rivals.
WACO 44, Moravia 13
WACO snapped a two-game losing skid, as they cruised by Moravia last Friday night 44-13. The Warriors jumped out to a 25-0 halftime lead to improve their ledger to 2-2 on the season. WACO will battle Tri-County on the road next week Friday.
Other area games:
- Columbus 49, Highland 27
- Fort Madison 21, Keokuk 14
- Cardinal 43, Louisa-Muscatine 8
- Sigourney-Keota 48, Van Buren County 13
- Fairfield 16, Burlington 15
- Davis County 33, Central Lee 14
Mount Pleasant Volleyball Goes 1-2 Over Weekend:
The Mount Pleasant volleyball team went 1-2 over the weekend at the Ottumwa Tournament.
The Panthers dropped their first match 2-0 to Davis County, losing 25-15, 25-22 to open their day.
They rebounded nicely, however coming back to sweep Washington for the second time this season.
Mount Pleasant picked up 25-18 and 25-15 wins against the Demons.
In the bracket round, Mount Pleasant drew Ottumwa and the Bulldogs earned 25-19 and 25-14 to knock the Panthers out.
Mount Pleasant is now 7-12 on the year.
They’ll enjoy tonight off before traveling to Fairfield on Tuesday.
First serve is set for 7:30 p.m.
Loaded Keokuk Tournament Sees Central Lee Crowned:
In one of the best tournament fields in years, it was Central Lee who emerged over #1 (1A) Holy Trinity and #3 (1A) New London as champions of the Keokuk Tournament on Saturday.
Central Lee earned wins over Notre Dame, Keokuk, Van Buren, and #3 New London while falling to #1 Holy Trinity.
The Hawks were awarded the championship after tournament officials worked through the tie-breaking procedures, as both the Hawks and Crusaders finished 4-1 — as did Burlington Notre Dame.
Holy Trinity earned wins on Saturday over New London, Keokuk, Van Buren and Central Lee — their lone loss came to Burlington Notre Dame who also took down Keokuk, Van Buren and New London.
The Tigers bested Keokuk and Van Buren.
Keokuk picked up just one win, which came over Van Buren.
Super Conference Volleyball Tournament Schedule Released:
The Southeast Iowa Super Conference has released the pairings for this week’s conference tournament.
The six hosts include #1 (1A) Holy Trinity, #3 (1A) New London, WACO, Winfield-Mount Union, Louisa-Muscatine and Central Lee.
There will be three teams in each pool and the top-seed will play the first and third matches at the site.
The finals will be played at SCC on Saturday, September 26th.
Holy Trinity Pool:
- Holy Trinity
- Van Buren
- Lone Tree
New London Pool:
- New London
- Pekin
- Danville
WACO Pool:
- WACO
- Wapello
- Highland
Winfield Pool:
- Winfield-Mount Union
- Mediapolis
- Columbus
Louisa-Muscatine Pool:
- Louisa-Muscatine
- West Burlington
- Cardinal
Central Lee Pool:
- Central Lee
- Notre Dame
- Hillcrest Academy
Danville City Council and Township Trustees Meeting Agendas
Monday, September 21, 2020
Order of business, regular session
Danville City Council, Danville City Hall
NOTE: The regular session may be conducted electronically
as allowed by Iowa Code 21.8
Citizen comments: Comments must be directed to the subject under consideration. The presiding officer shall rule on the relevance of the citizen comments. Citizens making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks may be barred by the presiding officer from further comment before the Council during the meeting.
- Call to order, 6:00 p.m..
- Accept or amend the agenda.
Due to the starting time of the joint meeting of the City/Trustees meeting at 6:30 p.m., Council may have to temporarily adjourn the regular session and then reconvene after the joint meeting.
- Open forum: A time set aside to receive comments from the public regarding city business. The Mayor and City Council welcome comments from the public on any subject pertaining to City business, including items on this agenda. You are asked to state your name and address for the record and to limit your remarks to five minutes in order that others may be given the opportunity to speak. The Order of Business is at the discretion of the Chair. No action will be taken.
- DMC Sheriff’s department.
- Review of the July 2020 and August 2020 reports. Action by council if needed.
- Discussion only with Sheriff Johnstone, on the pros and cons on Danville establishing its own police department.
- Discussion and action on Resolution 2020-16, the 2019/2020 Road Use Tax report.
- Review of response from DMC Conservation regarding Waters Park. Action if needed.
- A. Discussion on needed upgrades to City Hall/garage and Community Building. Action if needed.
- Review quotes for roof replacement for City Hall/garage. Action if needed.
- Public Works Supt. written report.
- Review and approval of the Public Works written report.
- Fire Chief/Building Inspector report.
- Authorization to mail out violation letter.
- Action on any building permits received.
- Approval of the consent agenda items.
- Council minutes of September 8, 2020.
- August 2020 financial statements.
- Electric permits
- Payment of bills.
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- Council reports and correspondence.
- Discussion on setting Beggars night for the town’s ghosts and goblins. Action if needed.
- Follow up on letter sent out to owner of 202 North Main Street, regarding weeds. Action if needed.
- Update on any other properties in need of cleanup/weeds/debris, etc… Action if needed.
- Request received from Booster Club to use a licensed Golf cart with headlights during the Harvest Moon Run event. Action if needed.
- Discussion on purchasing a piece of playground equipment. Action if needed.
- Adjournment. The next regular session of the Danville City Council is scheduled for Monday, October 5, 2020, Danville City Hall, 6:00 p.m..
AGENDA
Monday, September 21, 2020
Order of business, regular joint meeting
Danville City Council and Danville & Pleasant Grove Township Trustees
to be held at Danville City Hall
- Call to order, 6:30 p.m..
- Accept or amend the agenda.
- Open forum: A time set aside to receive comments from the public regarding fire department business. The Council and Trustees welcome comments from the public on any subject pertaining to fire department business, including items on this agenda. You are asked to state your name and address for the record and to limit your remarks to five minutes in order that others may be given the opportunity to speak. The Order of Business is at the discretion of the Chair. No action will be taken.
- Discussion and action on the Fire Chief’s report.
- Review the Iowa Volunteer Fire Assistance Grant application to be submitted for a 50% cost match. Action if needed.
- Review of apparatus replacement information. Action if needed.
- Approval of the June 15, 2020 minutes.
- Discussion and action regarding the bills as presented.
- Discussion and action on adding and/or removing members from the Fire Department.
- Discussion and action on setting a work session date for apparatus replacement.
- Setting of next joint meeting.
- Adjournment.
Iowa Senators at Center of Debate over Justice Replacement
Grassley and Ernst at center of debate over replacing Ginsburg
The death of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has thrust Iowa’s U.S. Senators — both Republicans — into the spotlight. The Senate’s Republican leader tonight said there will be a vote this year on the person President Trump nominates to replace Ginsburg.
Earlier this summer, Senator Chuck Grassley said if there were a vacancy on the court, he would not recommend holding a committee hearing on a nominee. That would follow what happened in 2016. Grassley was chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee at the time and did not hold a hearing for President Obama’s Supreme Court nominee.
Senator Joni Ernst, who recently became a member of the Judiciary Committee, said in July the Republican-led senate should proceed with hearings if a vacancy occurred in 2020, even if President Trump loses the election.
Friday night, shortly after Ginsburg’s death was announced, Ernst’s 2020 re-election campaign sent an email with the subject line that said, “BREAKING: The future of the Supreme Court is on the line.” It sought donations to preserve what the email referred to as “Conservative values and Constitutional rights.” Ernst a few hours later issued a written statement saying the email “never should have gone out” and “though I never saw it, it was sent out under my name and I take responsibility. Tonight, my prayers are with the family of Justice Ginsburg.”
Ernst and many Iowa politicians, of both political parties, issued written statements Friday evening referring to Ginsburg as an icon. Grassley, who voted back in 1993 to confirm Ginsburg to the court, called her a “trailblazer” who “has left a remarkable imprint on our nation.” Republican Governor Kim Reynolds said Ginsburg’s life of service “deserves the utmost respect and admiration.”
Congresswoman Cindy Axne, a Democrat from West Des Moines, said Ginsburg was “a champion of progress and women’s rights unlike any other in our nation’s history.” Congresswoman Abby Finkenauer, a Democrat from Cedar Rapids, said the country “lost a hero, an icon and inspiration for millions of women and girls.” Congressman Dave Loebsack, a Democrat from Iowa City, said Ginsburg’s “voice will be truly missed.”
Theresa Greenfield, the Democrat challenging Ernst’s bid for a second term in the U.S. Senate, issued a written statement, calling Ginsburg “a tireless champion for civil rights and equality…Let’s work every day to honor her memory.”
Ashley Hinson of Cedar Rapids, the Republican candidate challenging Congresswoman Finkenauer, called Ginsburg a “giant” who “gave every little girl the belief that they, too, could be a supreme court justice.”
Former Congressman David Young of Van Meter, the Republican running against Congresswoman Axne this year, said he “marveled at the personal friendship” Ginsburg shared with the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and added: “We need more friendships like this bridging partisan divides.”
Sports, Saturday, September 19th
By: Nathan Bloechl — sports@kilj.com
Willis Goes Wild, Leads Washington to 41-27 “W”:
Washington quarterback Trashaun Willis accounted for six scores — three through the air and three on the ground — as the #6 Demons rolled past Mount Pleasant 41-27 at Mapleleaf Athletic Complex last night, spoiling Mount Pleasant’s homecoming festivities.
The Demons were gifted with exquisite field position right out of the gates, as Panther quarterback Jack Johnson fumbled on the game’s first play from scrimmage, setting Washington up at the Panther 25-yard line.
Five plays later, Willis ran in his first score to give the Demons first blood.
Following a Panther punt, Willis led Washington on a 10-play, 76-yard march that was capped off by a 28-yard passing strike to Ethan Patterson, his first of two touchdown grabs in the first quarter.
Mount Pleasant clawed back into the game late into the second quarter on a Jack Johnson three-yard rushing touchdown that put the exclamation mark on an 11-play drive that took just over 7:00 off the clock, cutting the Demon lead to 21-7 at half.
Out of the break Washington grabbed the game by the scruff of the neck, as Trashaun Willis scampered in for a 30-yard rushing touchdown and found Spencer Sotelo for a 17-yard passing score giving the Demons a 34-7 advantage.
Mount Pleasant tried to rally, however.
The Panthers scored the game’s next 13 points on a Jack Johnson 54-yard run and a Brevin Wilson 29-yard touchdown reception.
But the Demons, to their credit, put the game on ice when Willis scampered in for his third rushing touchdown — this time from four yards out — giving Washington a 41-20 lead.
The Panthers added a late score on a Jack Johnson to Brennan Bender 51-yard score, but the Demons recovered the onside kick and were able to knee out the clock.
The loss dropped Mount Pleasant to 2-2 on the year, while Washington improved to 4-0.
The Panthers will regroup this week before traveling to Keokuk for a district matchup next Friday.
Kick-off is set for 7:30 p.m.
Other area scores last night:
Winfield-Mount Union 28, Iowa Valley 12
A happy homecoming for the Wolves, who improved to 3-1 on the year — their best start to a season since the 2015 season. Cam Buffington carried the rock 16 times for 195 yards, accounting for all four Winfield touchdowns. They’ll look to keep the good times rolling when they travel to New London, next Friday night.
New London 54, Lone Tree 26
New London got back into the win column, blowing past Lone Tree 54-26. The Tigers outscored Lone Tree 26-6 in the second half, improving to 3-1 following last weeks defeat by #4 Montezuma. New London will square off with Winfield-Mount Union next Friday in what should be a very entertaining matchup between Henry County rivals.
WACO 44, Moravia 13
WACO snapped a two-game losing skid, as they cruised by Moravia last night 44-13. The Warriors jumped out to a 25-0 halftime lead to improve their ledger to 2-2 on the season. WACO will battle Tri-County on the road next week Friday.
Other area games:
- Columbus 49, Highland 27
- Fort Madison 21, Keokuk 14
- Cardinal 43, Louisa-Muscatine 8
- Sigourney-Keota 48, Van Buren County 13
- Fairfield 16, Burlington 15
Boys’ Results from Thursday’s Timm Lamb Invite:
The Mount Pleasant boys’ cross country team finished 5th overall in Class A of the 49th Annual Timm Lamb Invitational, receiving top-20 finishes from Luke Ryon and Ben Carthey Thursday night.
Ryon ran 18:11.1 for 15th overall, while freshman Ben Carthey ran 18:14.9 for 16th.
Lance Sobaski of Washington took home the individual title, finishing in a robust 16:42.8.
Muscatine took home the team title in Class A.
The Muskies had the overall 4th, 5th, 7th, 13th and 20th finishers, besting second place Fort Madison by 14 points.
In Class B, the top-ranked (2A) Danville-New London boys’ absolutely crushed the competition with Alexander Julian placing 1st, Seth Bailey finished second, Rylan Martin 3rd, Oliver Sowell 4th and Allen Bonnesen placed 5th.
Danville-New London had a meet low 15 points, taking down second place Columbus Community by 45.
Winfield-Mount Union finished third, while Mediapolis took fourth.
Central Lee placed sixth as a team.
Julian clocked in at 16:29.2 — a time good enough to win the Class A race.
The junior is squarely inside the top-10 of the latest iteration of the IATC Individual Cross Country rankings.
Area Volleyball Busy Today with Tournaments Galore:
Both the Southeast Conference and the Southeast Iowa Super Conference will have teams playing today in various tournaments around southeast Iowa.
Starting with Mount Pleasant — the Panthers will travel to Ottumwa this morning to do battle with Albia — a team they beat Thursday, 3-1 — Burlington, Davis County, Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont, Fairfield and Washington.
Volleyball will get underway at Ottumwa at 8:00 a.m. this morning.
Also hosting a tournament this morning will be Keokuk.
The Chiefs will welcome in Central Lee, top-ranked (1A) Holy Trinity, #3 (1A) New London and Notre Dame in a loaded slate.
Action at Keokuk High School will begin at 9:00 a.m. this morning.
MP HOCO 2020 King and Queen Jack Johnson and Elli Liechty!
This year the 10 members of the Mount Pleasant High School Homecoming Court reigned over the entire Homecoming Week after they were announced Monday night. But the announcement of the 2020 Homecoming King and Queen didn’t happen until Friday night. Jack Johnson and Elli Liechty were crowned in ceremonies held during the Panther Homecoming game with the Washington Demons. . Elli is the daughter of Mary and Jason Liechty and Jack is the son of Kristy and Adam Johnson.
The rest of the court for 2020……..
Ryann Davidson, Erin Andreasen, Kalyssa Longhurst, Maddie Milks, Brennen Bender, Logan Lee, Henry Lutosvky, and Luke Ryon.