Sports, October 9th

By Slaten Swords · Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 6:30 am CDT

High School Football

Mt. Pleasant will celebrate Senior Night this Friday, October 13, against Fort Madison. KILJ will be on the call with the pregame show at 7:15 pm, kickoff at 7:30 pm. The Panthers are excited to play in front of the home crowd. 

In other Class 3A District 4 matchups, Keokuk will travel to Assumption and Mt. Vernon will host Washington.

Fairfield will host Solon, who’s on a six game winning streak which includes victories over Williamsburg and Mt. Vernon, this Friday. 

Danville will look to get back in the win column and spoil Columbus’ senior night this Friday. 

Van Buren County will travel to take on Lisbon at 7 pm. 

West Burlington-Notre Dame will host Davis County this Friday. 

#10 Mediapolis will end the regular season against Central Lee on the road at 7:30 pm. 

New London will end the season this Friday against English Valleys. 

#1 Winfield-Mt. Union will face off against HLV this Friday at home at 7 pm.

High School Volleyball

Mt. Pleasant fell to Ottumwa and Fairfield in straight sets over the weekend at the Oskaloosa Invite. The Panthers will be competing in the second round of the Southeast Conference tournament tomorrow, October 10th. 

Winfield-Mt. Union will look to claim the SEISC North Championship on their senior night when they clash with Wapello tomorrow.

WACO participated in the Washington Classic over the weekend and fell to Washington and Regina Catholic in straight sets. The Warriors will take on Highland tomorrow on the road. 

Mediapolis will compete against #14 West Burlington tomorrow.

Davis County held their invitational over the weekend with Central Lee, Van Buren County, and New London all in attendance. Central Lee battled their way through pool play taking down Chariton and Van Buren County two sets to one and sweeping Cardinal. The Hawks and Warriors advanced to the semifinals. 

Davis County defeated Centerville, two sets to one, and New London in straight sets. The Mustangs and Tigers advanced to the semifinals out of their pool.

New London had Central Lee against the ropes, but the Hawks, anchored by Taylor Jones’ 5 blocks, won set three 15-7 to advance to the championship. Van Buren County set the stage for revenge in the championship match after defeating Davis County in straight sets by scores of 21-19 and 21-13. 

Van Buren County had all of the momentum entering the final match and took down Central Lee in straight sets by scores of 21-9 and 21-18 to win the championship. Jones tallied 51 kills and 18 blocks throughout the entire tournament for Central Lee. 

The Warriors will travel to Wilton for the quarterfinal round of regionals on October 18th. 

Danville will face off against New London tomorrow.

Central Lee will play tomorrow against Burlington Notre Dame for their senior night. 

Holy Trinity Catholic competed in Pella over the weekend and lost to Knoxville in straight sets and Pella, two sets to one. The Crusaders will compete in the Mediapolis Tournament on October 12th. 

Cross Country

Mt. Pleasant will be competing in the Southeast Conference (SEC) meet on October 12th. 

College Football

The University of Iowa enjoyed their Homecoming with a 20-14 win over Purdue last weekend. Kaleb Johnson rushed for 138 yards and a touchdown in the winning effort. The Hawkeyes will hit the road to take on Wisconsin this Saturday, October 14th.

Iowa State University is back to 0.500 after defeating TCU 27-14. Rocco Becht threw for 138 yards and a touchdown for the Cyclones. Iowa State University will face off against Cincinnati this Saturday at 11 am.

For the Hawkeye broadcast, tune into KILJ 105.5 FM and the Cyclone broadcast will be on 98.5 FM and AM 1130. 

This Day in Sports History

1915 – Woodrow Wilson becomes the first US President to attend a World Series game.

1981 – The United States Auto Club appeals panel restores disputed Indianapolis 500 victory to disqualified first-across-the-line Bobby Unser.

1997 – The New York Rangers are the first NHL team to open with four straight ties.

Occupants Alerted By Smoke, Fire Breaks Out Through Burlington Home

By Yorke Prough · Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 6:21 am CDT

At 1:40AM Sunday, October 8th, 2023, the Burlington Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at 2225 Cherry Street. Burlington Firefighters arrived at 1:46am to light smoke in the area. Further investigation found a receptacle fire located on the second floor of the residence.

2225 Cherry is owned by Kimberly Cipoletto. The property was insured at the time of the incident and damage to the structure is estimated at $5,000.

The occupants were alerted by the smell of smoke. There were no smoke alarms in the residence. Smoke alarms and a CO alarm were installed prior to BFD clearing the scene.

The fire is classified as accidental and not considered suspicious.

There were no civilian or firefighter injuries reported, and firefighters cleared the scene at 2:55AM. 12 Burlington firefighters responded to the incident and were assisted by the West Burlington Fire Department.

Ongoing Investigation Into Saturday Shooting in Washington

By Yorke Prough · Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 6:19 am CDT

On Saturday, October 7 at approximately 10:20PM the Washington Police Department was notified of a motor vehicle accident and gunshots being fired near the intersection of East Madison Street and South 9th Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers located an abandoned vehicle with extensive front-end damage near the intersection and several spent shell casings nearby.

Witnesses provided information that the lone male shooter with a hooded sweatshirt had exited the vehicle and fired shots in the direction of a second vehicle and left the area on foot.

Officers were contacted by an individual early Sunday morning reporting they had been involved in the incident and had gunshot damage to their vehicle. There were no injuries reported.

The vehicles were impounded and with assistance from the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation officers recovered additional evidence from both vehicles.

This is an active ongoing investigation, and no further information is being released currently.

Washington Chief of Police Jim Lester said, “This appears to be a targeted incident and we do not believe there is any ongoing risk to the public.”

Chief Lester urges anyone with information to contact the Police Department at 319-653-2107 and that anyone with video cameras on South Second Avenue and East Madison Street review video from this time and to contact the Police Department.

The Washington Police Department was assisted by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Washington County Conservation, Washington County Communications, Washington County Attorney’s Office, Washington Fire Department, and the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation.

Absentee Ballot Deadline Just Two Weeks Away – Get Them Here

By Yorke Prough · Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 6:07 am CDT

Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate is reminding eligible Iowans who would like to receive their ballot via mail to request their absentee ballots before the October 23 deadline. Written applications for mailed absentee ballots must be received by a voter’s local County Auditor’s Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 23.

All registered voters are eligible to make written requests for absentee ballots. In order to receive an absentee ballot, registered voters must provide the following information on the request form:

  • Name
  • Date of birth
  • Iowa residential address
  • Voter Verification Number (ID number)
    • Iowa Driver’s License or Non-Operator ID Number OR
    • Four-digit Voter PIN found on voter’s Iowa Voter ID Card. Any voter can request an Iowa Voter ID Card by contacting their County Auditor’s Office.
  • Name or date of the election for which a voter is requesting the absentee ballot
  • Signature and date the form was completed

All voters are also encouraged to provide a phone number and email address in the event their County Auditor needs to confirm any information on the request form.

“City and school elected officials play a critical role in our day-to-day lives, so it’s vitally important for Iowans to make their voices heard in November’s elections,” said Secretary Pate. “The best way to make your voice heard is to vote, and to be successful in voting, Iowans should solidify their voting plans early. Whether voting at the polls on Election Day or casting a ballot early by absentee ballot in person or through the mail, Iowans can be assured their voice is heard.”

Absentee ballot request forms are available for download directly from the Iowa Secretary of State website, VoterReady.Iowa.gov. Requests to receive a ballot by mail must be received by the County Auditor’s office by Monday, October 23, no later than 5:00 p.m. In-person absentee voting at the County Auditor’s office is available through November 6, the day before the election.

Panther Marching Band Sweeps Up in Missouri

By Yorke Prough · Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 6:03 am CDT

The Mt. Pleasant High School Panther Marching Band traveled south to Kahoka, Missouri, on Saturday. Competing at the annual Parade of Champions, the band ensured they would go home as such.

It was a clean sweep in Class 3A for Mt. Pleasant, as they had a stellar performance in the cool evening air. Awarded with the Best Percussion and Best Drum Majors, the band could have gone home happy with two. Instead, they won Best Color Guard once again, something they have picked up at every competition they’ve battled at this season.

The Mt. Pleasant High School Marching Band will travel to Davenport on October 14th, as they will compete at the Iowa High School Music Association’s State Marching Band Festival. You can see them at 11:30am at Brady Street Stadium.

Mary Ross – Pending

By Yorke Prough · Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 5:51 am CDT

Mary Jane Ross, 93, of Mt. Pleasant and formerly of Iowa City and Burlington, died Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Park Place Elder Living in Mt. Peasant.

Memorial Service arrangements are pending at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant.

Online condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com.

October 9th, 2023 – October 15th, 2023

By Allison Jacobs · Sunday, October 8th, 2023 at 9:15 am CDT
10/09/23
Robert Parks
10/09/23
Vanessa Perez
10/09/23
Hugh Miller
10/10/23
Mary White
10/10/23
Dana Cole
10/11/23
Renee Smith
10/11/23
Greyson Miller 5
10/11/23
Grace Davis
10/11/23
Rick Mabeus
10/11/23
Barb Blint
10/12/23
Nolan Hunold
10/13/23
Jenna Gilmore
10/13/23
Matt & Sarah Donnolly - Anniv
10/14/23
Ava Seibert
10/14/23
Tom Allen
10/14/23
Asa Rose
10/14/23
Bob Donnolly
10/14/23
Janet Jennings
10/15/23
Corey Calhoun
10/15/23
Ross & Sammi Heitmeier *Anniversary-1yr

Sports, October 7th

By Slaten Swords · Saturday, October 7th, 2023 at 6:30 am CDT

High School Football

Mt. Pleasant and Keokuk clashed last night with the Panthers looking to play spoiler and despite going into halftime down seven, Keokuk ran away with the game 47-26. Mt. Pleasant’s defense came to play in the first half with two turnover on downs keeping Keokuk out of the endzone. The Panthers would tie the game at seven after Payton Walker hit a speeding Phoenix Watson in stride for an 86-yard touchdown in the second quarter. Nevertheless, Keokuk’s defense would aid its offense by corralling an interception and setting up Brenton Hoard for a walk-in touchdown to give the Chiefs a 14-7 lead at halftime.  

Similar to last year’s game, Keokuk would take over in the third quarter with 19 unanswered points; the Chiefs would run Malachai Douglas in the fourth quarter to secure the win. Walker would find the endzone three times in the fourth quarter to end the game with 278 total yards. Head Coach John Bowlin knows his team will continue to show up. The Panthers will celebrate Senior Night next Friday against Fort Madison.

In other Class 3A District 4 matchups, Assumption thumped Washington 35-0 and Mt. Vernon cruised past Fort Madison 45-7. 

Fairfield got back in the win column with a 20-7 victory over South Tama. The Trojans will host Solon next Friday.

Columbus scored 40 unanswered points to start the game last night against Van Buren County to win 61-14. The Warriors will travel to take on Lisbon and the Wildcats will celebrate their senior night next Friday against Danville. 

Danville was not able to extend their win streak last night as Lisbon took them down 63-14. 

West Burlington-Notre Dame defeated Albia 19-8 last night. The Falcons will host Davis County next Friday. 

#10 Mediapolis handled Davis County 42-7 last night. The Bulldogs will end the regular season against Central Lee on the road. 

Central Lee was defeated by Mid-Prairie last night 33-13. Cory Jones rushed for 92 yards and a touchdown in the losing effort. 

#10 WACO demolished English Valleys last night 51-6. Clayton Miller passed for 96 yards and three touchdowns, Colton Leicthy caught two touchdowns, and Chase Waterhouse started the scoring with a safety. 

New London fell to Moravia last night 74-14. The Tigers will end the season next Friday against English Valleys. 

#1 Winfield-Mt. Union had their game last night against Mormon Trail forfeited. The Wolves will face off against HLV next Friday. 

High School Volleyball

Mt. Pleasant will be competing in the Oskaloosa Invite today.

Winfield-Mt. Union will look to claim the SEISC North Championship on their senior night when they clash with Wapello on October 10th. 

WACO will participate in the Washington Classic today.

Mediapolis will compete against #14 West Burlington on October 10th. 

New London, Van Buren County, and Central Lee will participate in the Davis County Invitational today.

Danville will face off against New London on October 10th. 

Holy Trinity Catholic will head over to Pella today to compete in a quad with Knoxville and Valley also in attendance. 

Cross Country

Mt. Pleasant will be competing in the Southeast Conference (SEC) meet on October 12th. 

College Football

The University of Iowa will celebrate Homecoming today against Purdue at 2:30 pm. 

Iowa State University will take on TCU in a home game tonight at 7 pm.

For the Hawkeye broadcast, tune into KILJ 105.5 FM and the Cyclone broadcast will be on 98.5 FM and AM 1130. 

This Day in Sports History

1916 – Georgia Tech, coached by John Heisman, defeats Cumberland, 222-0; most lopsided score in the history of US college football.

1984 – Walter Payton passes Jim Brown as NFL’s career rushing leader.

2012 – New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees breaks Johnny Unitas’ NFL record for consecutive games with a TD pass (48) when he connects with Devery Henderson in Saints 31-24 win over San Diego at the Superdome.