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Spring Concert by Forrest McCurren to be held at Ottumwa Public Library

Posted on by Sam Parsons

OTTUMWA — The Ottumwa Public Library is hosting singer and song writer Forrest McCurren on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 6 pm.

Forrest McCurren comes from the heart of the heartland, where the foothills of the Ozarks meet the Big Muddy: The Middle-of-Missouri. Blazing his own trail while stylistically tipping his hat to the songwriting giants of the past, McCurren wields the magic of lyricism to cast a light on the many intricacies of everyday life set against vignettes of Middle America. Tackling topics such as: wise words from waitresses, heartbroken high school football standouts, and tattooed trailer park lovers, McCurren writes songs for good people that got bad grades in school, are drunk on dreams, and still trying to figure out if life is sour or sweet.

“We are happy to welcome Forrest to Ottumwa,” Sonja Ferrell Director of the Ottumwa Public Library said.

Call the library 641-682-7563 with questions.

Kirkville Man Arrested for Sex Abuse, Incest

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KIRKVILLE — The Wapello County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Kirkville man on charges of sex abuse and incest.

In February 2023, The Wapello County Sheriff’s Office received information pertaining to an alleged sexual abuse that had occurred in Kirkville, Iowa. Investigators opened an investigation.

On April 27th, 2023, a search warrant was executed at a residence in Kirkville, Wapello County, Iowa. Items believed to be of evidentiary value were seized from the residence.

On May 10th, 2023, Seldon James Currier (70) was arrested and booked into the Wapello County Jail. Currier was booked into jail on the charges of: Sex Abuse 2nd Degree (Class B Felony) and Incest (Class D Felony). Currier was released from the Wapello County Jail after posting $25,000 cash or surety bond.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Garth Brooks: ‘No Phones’ At Vegas Residency

Posted on by Bob Ballard

Garth Brooks is starting his Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace next week, but with a twist – the event will be a “phone free experience”. Fans will have to give up their phones upon arrival, and they will be locked in secure cases until the concert is over.

The “no phones” policy has become increasingly popular among artists who want to prevent their performances from being recorded and posted online. Most artists use the “Yondr” cases, and Brooks is no different. Garth Brooks’ Las Vegas residency begins on May 18th at Caesars Palace.

Source: Whisky Riff

This day in Country Music History

Posted on by Bob Ballard
  • Today in 1989, Chely Wright moved to Nashville.
  • Today in 1991, George Strait’s “If I Know Me” peaked at #1 on the Billboard Country chart.
  • Today in 1993, the album “Big Time” by Little Texas was released.
  • Today in 1993, Patty Loveless’ “Greatest Hits” album was released.
  • Today in 1993, Wynonna released her second solo album, “Tell Me Why.”
  • Today in 1993, Brooks & Dunn claimed three honors during NBC’s telecast of the 28th annual Academy of Country Music Awards from Los Angeles’ Universal Amphitheatre. Top Vocal Duet, Single Record of the Year, for “Boot Scootin’ Boogie.” Album of the year was awarded for “Brand New Man.”
  • Today in 1996, Steve Wariner was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.
  • Today in 1994, Faith Hill earned her first gold record for her debut album, “Take Me As I Am.”
  • Today in 1997, Trace Adkins married former record company publicist Rhonda Forlaw in a traditional Southern ceremony in the garden of Nashville’s historic Belle Meade Mansion.
  • Today in 1999, the “Shania Twain Live” video was released.
  • Today in 1999, Kenny Rogers’ album, “She Rides Wild Horses,” was released.
  • Today in 1999, SHeDAISY’s “The Whole Shebang” went gold.
  • Today in 2001, Darryl Worley and his longtime girlfriend, Beverly Dean Irvin, were married on the courthouse steps in Darryl’s hometown of Savannah, Tennessee. They divorced in 2006, and Darryl married Kimberly Lee Perkins December 2007.
  • Today in 2002, Cyndi Thomson married Daniel Goodman in Nashville. The couple shared vows in a traditional candlelight ceremony in the chapel of the Woodmont Christian Church. Truly a sentimental event, Rev. Scotty Smith, family pastor for Daniel’s family, officiated.
  • Today in 2004, Gretchen Wilson’s debut album “Here For The Party” was released.
  • Today in 2005, Ronnie Mislap and Los Lonely Boys performed together in Franklin, Tennessee, during a taping of “CMT Crossroads.” The set list included “Stranger In My House,” “It Was Almost Like A Song,” “All Is Fair In Love And War” and “Smoky Mountain Rain.”
  • Today in 2010, Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum and Carrie Underwood earned three nominations a piece during the CMT Music Awards.
  • Today in 2013, Willie Nelson received an honorary doctorate from the Berklee College of Music in Boston, alongside Carole King and Annie Lennox.
  • Today in 2014, Dierks Bentley’s “Drunk On A Plane” video premiered.
  • Today in 2016, Tim McGraw’s single, “Humble And Kind,” was certified gold by the RIAA.
  • Today in 2018, Billy Ray Cyrus and late comedian Stringbean were inducted into the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset, along with Jackie DeShannon, Dale Ann Bradley, Jason Crabb and Bobby Lewis.
  • Today in 2020, the Bellamy Brothers announced a new entry, Afterglow, in their Old Hippie Stash line of medical cannabis, which is available in Florida.

Sheriff: Louisiana man shot child playing hide and seek

Posted on by Sam Parsons

STARKS, La. (AP) — A Louisiana man faces aggravated assault and battery charges after firing a gun at children who were playing hide and seek outside his home, wounding a 14-year-old girl, according to the local sheriff’s office.

The girl suffered a gunshot wound to the back of the head early Sunday, and was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening, the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office said in a statement posted on social media Monday.

David Doyle, 58, remained in the Calcasieu Parish Correctional Center on Tuesday morning. Jail records show Doyle’s bond was set at $300,000 and that he has been assigned a public defender, according to a jail staffer.

Neither an attorney at the public defender’s office in Calcasieu Parish, nor the local district attorney immediately returned phone calls seeking more information.

Investigators learned that several children were playing hide and seek in the Starks community and were hiding on the neighbor’s property.

Doyle told detectives that he got his gun when he saw shadows outside his home and shot at people he saw running away, unknowingly hitting the girl, officials said.

It’s the latest in a series of recent shootings sparked by seemingly trivial circumstances.

Doyle was arrested and charged with aggravated battery, four counts of aggravated assault with a firearm and illegal discharge of a firearm, the sheriff’s office said.

Consumers are Warned of a Vehicle Sales Scam

Posted on by Sam Parsons

ANKENY, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Investigation & Identity Protection and Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird are warning the public to be aware of a fraudulent vehicle sales scam.

A criminal entity, using the website https://pettymotors.com/, has been attempting to impersonate Petty Motors, Inc., a licensed and legitimate car dealership in Knoxville, Iowa.

If you have had dealings with a company you believe to be either Petty Motors or Petty Motors, Inc. please contact the dealership at (641)891-8980 to verify the authenticity of your interactions.

Contact the Iowa DOT’s Bureau of Investigation & Identity Protection at invbureau@iowadot.us or the Iowa Attorney General’s Office Consumer Protection Division at (515)281-5926 to confirm legitimacy or to report any interactions believed to be fraudulent.

Mahaska Health Honors Mahaska County’s First Responders

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OSKALOOSA — On Saturday, May 6th, Mahaska Health had the honor of celebrating Mahaska County first responders. Mayor David Krutzfeldt declared the first Saturday of May to be Mahaska County First Responder’s Day, a day to celebrate the brave men and women who tirelessly serve and protect Mahaska County and the Oskaloosa community.

The annual celebration recognizes the selfless dedication of 911 Dispatchers, Police department, Sheriff’s office, Firefighters, Paramedics, EMTs, Emergency Management, Community Emergency Response Team Members, and Volunteers. 

Mayor Krutzfeldt’s proclamation is a fitting tribute to the first responders, who put their lives on the line to protect the community and its residents. In addition, the Five Hawgs food truck served first responders and their families and the Mahaska Health EMS Team, followed by a group photo of all attendees.

Mahaska County First Responder’s Day is an opportunity for Mahaska County to recognize and appreciate the critical work of the first responders and come together to show gratitude and support for the people who keep them safe. Through this proclamation, Mahaska County honors the heroes in the first responder community and their families, who provide unwavering support and make significant sacrifices for the greater good.   

Ottumwa School Board Discusses High School Renovation

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By Sam Parsons

The Ottumwa Community School Board met last night and discussed the renovation plan for Ottumwa High School. 

Superintendent Mike McGrory said that the renovation involves 3 phases, with the first phase beginning this summer. The first phase includes construction of the school’s new Competition Gym as well as fine arts improvements and renovations for the wrestling room, 15 classrooms during the summer, and 5-10 more classrooms during the next school year. It’s expected that Phase I construction will wrap up by fall 2024. Meanwhile, Phase II construction will entail extensive remodeling for other departments, including fine arts, Science, FCS, CTE, PE, the Library, and the main office, guidance office, attendance office, and elevators.

McGrory said that the competition gym has an estimated cost of $10.5 million and that further renovations to the high school are estimated to cost $15-20 million. He said that the tentative completion date for all construction will be sometime in the summer or fall of 2025.

The next regular meeting with the Ottumwa Community School Board will be held on May 22.

Oskaloosa School Board Moves Forward with Baseball Field Improvements

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By Sam Parsons

The Oskaloosa Community School Board met last night and received a presentation from their Homeschool Assistance Program (HSAP). The district has supported its HSAP since 2017 and 136 students were enrolled in the program this year.

The board also awarded the contract for their baseball field renovation project. The project includes work to address drainage issues as well as overall cosmetic improvements. The contract was awarded to Iowa Sports Turf in the amount of over $1.2 million dollars and work is expected to start at the conclusion of baseball season in July.

Morgan Wallen Cancels Six Weeks Of Shows For Medical Reasons

Posted on by Bob Ballard

Unfortunate news for Morgan Wallen fans – and Morgan himself. The singer took to Instagram yesterday to tell the world: he’s sidelined for the next six weeks.

To get everyone up to speed: Morgan was just about to take the stage in Oxford, Mississippi April 23 when he canceled the show at the last minute, claiming “my voice was shot.” Shortly after, Wallen claimed he was put on vocal rest by his doctors, forcing him to reschedule three concerts as he gave his vocal chords a break. He resumed live performing with a series of three concerts in Florida this past weekend, even though he said prior to the first concert that he “wasn’t quite 100%.” While breaking the bad news yesterday, Morgan recounted that he played the three Florida shows but by the end of the third one, he “felt terrible,” causing him to revisit his docs at the Vanderbilt Voice Center. The result: a diagnosis of “vocal fold trauma” – and as a result, the country star has been forced to cancel or postpone all his concerts for the next six weeks – and, in fact, they advised him to talk as little as possible. If he goes against this medical advice, his doctors have told him he risks damage to his vocal chords.

Falling victim to his being put on the IL: his scheduled performance at the ACM Awards this Thursday night, and a number of festivals that won’t be possible to reschedule – though he says he plans on making those good next year.

Morgan’s website has apparently been updated to reflect the cancellations; his next listed show is June 22 at Wrigley Field in Chicago.

Source: Fox News

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