KILJ Radio is pleased to make two special presentations. Each year at this time, Brownfield Ag News sponsors the Ag Youth Awards. Brownfield and KILJ partner together to support local youth by choosing two recipients and recognizing them for their various accomplishments and outstanding leadership skills, whether that be in school, 4H, or other areas.

A belt buckle award and a Wal Mart gift card for their 4H clubs is presented to each winner.

Our first winner is Gabe White. He is the son of Scott and Stephanie White and attends Winfield-Mt.Union highschool. He is part of the Jefferson Juniors 4H club and has shown cattle, goats, static projects, and even is involved in the dog obedience show. Gabe plans to acquire his associate degree in information technology.

“Being in the showring and working with cattle, goats or dogs, has taught me to have confidence no matter what the outcome.”

Our second winner is Julie Campbell. She is the daughter of Melissa and Jason Campbell and is also part of the Jefferson Juniors 4H club, as well as involved with the Mount Pleasant Community Highschool FFA. Julie has participated in cattle shows and static projects since 4^th grade, and she plans to show swine this year for the first time. Julie plans to attend Kirkwood Community College and major in agriculture business and then transfer to Iowa State University to finish in agriculture education.

“Being a part if the 4H community has shaped my character and influenced my decisions. While being involved in 4H I have gotten the opportunity to express myself in projects and to grow in skills that I need to function in the real world. I have grown my communication skills by talking in front of crowds while showing and participating in the fair queen contest. I have bettered my interview skills by showing static projects and participating in the fair queen contest. People should join to get to know more about the community and be able to grow essential skills for life. They should also join because you never know who you can become friends with even though they don’t go to the same school or have the same lifestyle.”

The rain gauge at the radio station revealed .43 inches of rain after a busy morning of rainfall on July 12th.

The Mount Pleasant Police Department will host a bike auction on July 29^th at 8am. This will take place at the Police Station and there will be approximately 30-50 bikes for sale. They will be placed into three groups, $5, $15, and $25 to ensure quick sales. They will be placed out front of the station at 7:30am that day for viewing.

They will be taking cash or checks only, and it is a lottery so that it is fair for all parties involved.

If you have any questions, call 385-1450.

*Not a picture of the actual bikes

Weekly Fuel Report

The price of regular unleaded gasoline rose 1 cent, averaging $3.33 across Iowa according to AAA.

Crude Oil Summary

• The price of global crude oil rose this week on the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) by $3.29 per barrel and is currently priced at $75.31.
• Brent crude oil rose $3.03 and is currently priced at $79.77.
• One year ago, WTI crude sold for $95.84 and Brent crude sold for $106.98.

Motor Fuels

• As of Wednesday, the price of regular unleaded gasoline averaged $3.33 across Iowa according to AAA.
  • Prices rose 1 cent from last week’s price and are $1.14 lower than one year ago.
  • The national average on Wednesday was $3.54, up 2 cents from last week’s price.
• Retail diesel prices in Iowa rose 1 cent this week with a statewide average of $3.59.
  • One year ago, diesel prices averaged $5.28 in Iowa.
  • The current Iowa diesel price is 26 cents less than the national average of $3.85.
• Wholesale ethanol held steady and is currently priced at $2.16.
• The current Des Moines Terminal/Rack Prices are $2.44 for U87-E10, $2.83 for Unleaded 87 (clear), $2.59 for ULSD#2, $3.12 for ULSD#1, and $2.54 per gallon for E-70 prices.

Heating Fuels

• Natural gas prices fell 3 cents at the Henry Hub reporting site and are currently priced at $2.63/MMbtu.
• We will continue reporting retail heating oil and propane prices in Iowa in September.

Tips for saving energy on the road or at home are available at energy.gov and fueleconomy.gov.

To raise awareness about the dangers of speeding, The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Region 7, which includes Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, is participating in the “Speeding Slows You Down” Speed Enforcement Campaign.

Law enforcement will be on the lookout for speeding drivers aligned with this effort from July 10th through July 31st.

• This July 10-31, NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Association) is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies to keep drivers and passengers safe by raising awareness about the dangers of speeding and urging drivers to obey speed limits.
• In 2021, speeding killed 8,462 people, accounting for more than one-quarter of all crash fatalities. Don’t become a 2023 statistic! Slow down and drive the speed limit!
• NHTSA would like to remind you that even the safest cars with the newest technologies are limited in how much they can help reduce the odds of a crash if traveling at speeds faster than the posted limit. Slow down and stay safe!
• From July 10-31, local law enforcement officers will be on higher alert for speeding vehicles while participating in the Speeding Slows You Down If you’re pulled over for speeding, expect to receive a ticket.
• While drivers of all ages routinely exceed posted speed limits, young people are most likely to be involved in speeding-related fatal crashes. NHTSA reminds you that speeding is a risk that can cost you your life, so stay safe and slow down!

Learn more at  https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving

The Henry County Planning and Zoning met on Tuesday, July 11^th to discuss the future land use of a residential zone on the west side of Hickory Avenue. A concrete plant plans to begin operations, meaning this area must be rezoned to industrial. This was passed by the Board of Supervisors on June 29^th to take the discussion back to the Planning and Zoning. The vote was passed Tuesday evening, and now will be brought up at the Henry County Board of Supervisors meeting on Thursday, July 13^th. There will be a public hearing. There are certain conditions that must be met, and we can expect this to be completed and signed on Thursday.

KILJ will continue to bring updates as they come.