Daily Jail Count

In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.

Henry County Jail

Date:   03-14-2022______

 

   24       Henry County Inmates

 

   58       Out of County Contract Inmates              

 

  82       TOTAL

World Champion Irish Dancers in Fairfield

FAIRFIELD — Velocity Irish Dance will perform traditional and modern Irish dance and music
at Fairfield Arts & Convention Center on March 26th at 7:30 pm.
Velocity Irish Dance, the next generation of Irish tap, is an expressive, free, fast-paced, and edgy
performance driven by passion and pride. Led by five-time World Champion Irish dancer David
Geaney, and Guinness World Record Holder Tyler Schwartz, the dancers are joined on stage by
a crew of mind-blowing musicians to present the Irish traditions like you’ve ever seen them
before! Created by David Geaney and World Record Holder for the fastest feet in the world,
James Devine, these illustrious hoofers come together in an intimate, no-nonsense jam session
of impossible scuffles and shuffles. A multimedia show for all ages that earnestly traces its
evolution while toying with tradition, Velocity is a high-octane celebration of the past, present
and future of Irish dance.
Dingle native David Geaney, a 5 time World Champion Dancer, is taking the world by storm.
David was awarded the 2014 “Man of the Year” by the Irish Dancing Magazine and has amassed
over 5 million views online for various performances. After an illustrious competitive career,
amassing numerous major titles including All Ireland, European, All Scotland and Great Britain
Championships alongside his five world titles, he has now set his sights on choreographing and
performing to audiences worldwide.
Sticking with a theme, David will be joined by co-principal dancer Tyler Schwartz, named the
2017 “Man of the Year” by Irish Dancing Magazine and holder of multiple Guinness World
Records for Irish dance.
The two superstars are supported by a company of dancers and musicians that bring Ireland to
Iowa in a fantastic way.
Velocity Irish Dance performs at Fairfield Arts & Convention Center on March 26th. Tickets are
available at fairfieldacc.com or by calling the Box Office at (641) 472-2787.

Women’s College Wrestling: Nwachukwu Wins National Title; Palumbo Runner Up

Jamestown (N.D.) — Iowa Wesleyan freshman Adaugo Nwachukwu has claimed gold. The first-year from San Jose, California claimed a piece of wrestling immortality, winning the NAIA Women’s National Championship at 136 pounds.

Nwachukwu came into the bracket ranked No. 1 and quickly asserted herself with a two falls, a major decision and a 7-0 decision on the way to the finals.

In her typical dominant fashion, Nwachukwu scored early and often, earning a 13-3 major decision in the 136-pound finals.

Nwachukwu is the first national champion for Wesleyan’s wrestling program.

109-pounder Mia Palumbo finished as a national runner-up. The freshman from Oak Lawn, Illinois piled up four easy wins before losing in her championship bout by criteria.

All told, Wesleyan sent six wrestlers to Jamestown for the national tournament.

Women’s College Basketball: West’s Record Setting 39 Not Enough in First Round Loss

Sioux City — Iowa Wesleyan senior Brittany West scored 39 points — setting a school record in the process — in Iowa Wesleyan’s 94-71 loss to second-seeded Morningside in Friday’s Round of 64 matchup.

The second-seeded Mustangs have advanced to the NAIA Sweet 16 after knocking off tenth-seeded St. Francis 85-72 Saturday, as well.

Iowa Wesleyan kept the game close through one half, trailing by just three at the end of one quarter and seven at halftime, but that’s when Morningside woke up.

The Mustangs grew their lead to 12 at the end of the third and rode their hot shooting to the 23 point win.

West’s 39 points came on the heels of 11 made three-pointers, which was also a school record.

She rounded out her line with two boards, an assist and a steal.

Kyla Moore had 15 points six boards and two assists for Wesleyan as well.

Iowa Wesleyan closes their season 19-6 overall, winners of the CAC Regular Season and Conference Tournament titles.

Men’s College Basketball: Iowa, Iowa State Both Make Field of 64

KILJ — Fresh off a Big Ten Championship, the Iowa men’s basketball team will take on Richmond Thursday afternoon in Buffalo in the Round of 64.

The Hawkeyes earned the No. 5 seed in the Midwest Region. Richmond, winners of the Atlantic 10, are the 12 seed in the bracket.

That game will tip at 2:10 p.m.

Iowa State will play in Milwaukee on Friday night. T.J. Otzelberger’s Cyclones will take on reeling 6th seed LSU.

The winner will play either Wisconsin or Colgate on Sunday.

Gonzaga, Arizona, Kansas and Baylor are the four number one seeds.

Women’s College Basketball: Iowa a Two, Iowa State a Three

KILJ — Iowa has earned a two seed, while Iowa State is a three in the upcoming women’s basketball tournament.

The Hawkeyes are the No. 2 seed in the Greensboro Region and will host 15th seeded Illinois State on Thursday in Iowa City.

Iowa State will host UT Arlington on Friday.

The two squads could potentially meet in the Sweet 16, in one of the most epic Cy-Hawk clashes of all time.

South Carolina, Louisville, Stanford and North Carolina State are the No. 1 seeds in this year’s women’s bracket.

Sports, March 14th

Women’s College Wrestling: Nwachukwu Wins National Title; Palumbo Runner Up

Iowa Wesleyan freshman Adaugo Nwachukwu has claimed gold. The first-year from San Jose, California claimed a piece of wrestling immortality, winning the NAIA Women’s National Championship at 136 pounds.

Nwachukwu came into the bracket ranked No. 1 and quickly asserted herself with a two falls, a major decision and a 7-0 decision on the way to the finals.

In her typical dominant fashion, Nwachukwu scored early and often, earning a 13-3 major decision in the 136-pound finals.

Nwachukwu is the first national champion for Wesleyan’s wrestling program.

109-pounder Mia Palumbo finished as a national runner-up. The freshman from Oak Lawn, Illinois piled up four easy wins before losing in her championship bout by criteria.

All told, Wesleyan sent six wrestlers to Jamestown for the national tournament.

Women’s College Basketball: West’s Record Setting 39 Not Enough in First Round Loss

Iowa Wesleyan senior Brittany West scored 39 points — setting a school record in the process — in Iowa Wesleyan’s 94-71 loss to second-seeded Morningside in Friday’s Round of 64 matchup.

The second-seeded Mustangs have advanced to the NAIA Sweet 16 after knocking off tenth-seeded St. Francis 85-72 Saturday, as well.

Iowa Wesleyan kept the game close through one half, trailing by just three at the end of one quarter and seven at halftime, but that’s when Morningside woke up.

The Mustangs grew their lead to 12 at the end of the third and rode their hot shooting to the 23 point win.

West’s 39 points came on the heels of 11 made three-pointers, which was also a school record.

She rounded out her line with two boards, an assist and a steal.

Kyla Moore had 15 points six boards and two assists for Wesleyan as well.

Iowa Wesleyan closes their season 19-6 overall, winners of the CAC Regular Season and Conference Tournament titles.

Men’s College Basketball: Iowa, Iowa State Both Make Field of 64

Fresh off a Big Ten Championship, the Iowa men’s basketball team will take on Richmond Thursday afternoon in Buffalo in the Round of 64.

The Hawkeyes earned the No. 5 seed in the Midwest Region. Richmond, winners of the Atlantic 10, are the 12 seed in the bracket.

That game will tip at 2:10 p.m.

Iowa State will play in Milwaukee on Friday night. T.J. Otzelberger’s Cyclones will take on reeling 6th seed LSU.

The winner will play either Wisconsin or Colgate on Sunday.

Gonzaga, Arizona, Kansas and Baylor are the four number one seeds.

Men’s College Basketball: KILJ Bracket Challenge is LIVE

The KILJ Bracket Challenge, powered by Press Box Grille and Bar and Wiley’s Interior Furnishings and Design is officially live.

You can submit your free entry here.

Entries are due by Thursday morning.

Women’s College Basketball: Iowa a 2, Iowa State a 3

Iowa has earned a two seed, while Iowa State is a three in the upcoming women’s basketball tournament.

The Hawkeyes are the No. 2 seed in the Greensboro Region and will host 15th seeded Illinois State on Thursday in Iowa City.

Iowa State will host UT Arlington on Friday.

The two squads could potentially meet in the Sweet 16, in one of the most epic Cy-Hawk clashes of all time.

South Carolina, Louisville, Stanford and North Carolina State are the No. 1 seeds in this year’s women’s bracket.