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(Dawson, Iowa) – A man from Audubon County died Friday afternoon, when the motorcycle he was riding collided with a pickup truck west of Dawson, in northwestern Dallas County. The Iowa State Patrol reports a 2017 Dodge RAM pickup driven by 64-year-old Gary Bugger, of Boone, was traveling west on Highway 141 at around 1:30-p.m., and attempting to turn left onto C Avenue, and in doing so, turned into the path of an eastbound 2010 BMW motorcycle operated by 56-year-old Daniel Royce Beattie, of Audubon.

Friday afternoon there was a crash on Highway 141 in Dallas County by Austin Place. The crash involved a truck and a motorcycle, and the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa State Patrol and Dallas County Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene of the incident. Raccoon Valley Radio will bring you more details as they become official.

This week in Dallas County, Iowa, there were several incidents that required police investigation and attention. These incidents include the discovery of a deceased male in Waukee, a vehicle fire on I-80 near De Soto, and various accidents and arrests reported by the Adel Police Department.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around boone..

The Dallas County Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday. The Board will consider for approval a professional services agreement amendment with the criminal courts building, a third amendment to the janitorial contract, and appointments to the board of adjustment. The Board will also hold two public hearings, including for a resolution of a final plat for the Torgerson Estates, and for the second reading to amend an ordinance to re-codify the code of ordinances. They will also consider approving a 28E agreement with the city of Dawson for a road project with the Secondary Roads Department, as well as hear an update from the county engineer.

The Dallas County Sheriff's Office has shared its daily news report, outlining various incidents and arrests. On November 30, Jeffery Heater, 40, from Fort Dodge, was arrested on several charges including Theft 1st Degree, Control Of Firearm/Offensive Weapon by Domestic Abuser, Criminal Mischief 1st and 2nd Degree, and two counts of Possession Of Burglars Tools.

Did you know… where this shoe store was located? This was the Pete Soumas Shoe store located at 1113 2nd St., across the alley to the south of Josh Davis Plaza. Past Perry Mayor George Soumas's father, Pete, ran this shoe store and repair shop for many years. The family even lived above the store. I remember other shoe stores in Perry. For many of us, we had one drug store, shoe shop, pharmacy, etc., that our family shopped at the most frequently. The staff at our stores knew us and our family. I shopped at Eddy's Shoe because a friend and schoolmate of mine, Dennis Leslie, worked there. I later ran the shoe department for Montgomery Ward. Where did your family shop for shoes in Perry?

Raccoon Valley Radio’s Caring Christmas is continuing, with several food drive broadcasts this week. Monday from 3-5pm there will be a broadcast at the Perry Fareway sponsored by Raccoon Valley Bank, and from 4-6pm there will be a broadcast at the Adel Fareway sponsored by Fuller’s Petroleum. Tuesday there will be three broadcasts, one hosted by Green County High School from 9-11am, the second hosted by the Perry Hy-Vee from 3-5pm, and the final one hosted by Adel Winterset TV and Appliance at the Winterset Hy-Vee from 4-6pm.

A holiday tradition was in full effect with the Perry Chamber’s Lighted Parade. Perry Chamber Director Lynsi Pasutti says it was an overall success. “I think that we had a really great turnout both on the number of floats and the creativity of floats, and then also the turnout from the community that came out to enjoy the parade. So just a big ‘thank you’ to everyone involved that kind of helped carry on this festive tradition.”

A jolly spirit reigned Thursday evening at the Spring Valley Retirement Community during the fourth annual Christmas Tour of Homes and Wine Walk, where residents and guests enjoyed live Christmas music, wine, cheese, nativity sets and door prizes. Nine tenants at Spring Valley Retirement Community — Wilma Collins, Pam Maher,...

A reminder that this afternoon will be the continuation of a holiday favorite in Perry. Cathy Clark with Perry Fine Arts says Tuba Christmas performance will take place at 1pm at the First United Methodist Church in Perry. She tells Raccoon Valley Radio this is the 50th anniversary for this nationally-renown ensemble, as she describes the history of the first performance.

To view a log of the calls for service, click here. *A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

WAUKEE, Iowa — A boil advisory that had been in place since Thursday was lifted on Saturday morning for residents and businesses on the southwest side of Waukee. The City of Waukee announced the news just after 7 a.m. on Saturday morning. Water samples were required to pass two rounds of testing after a water […]

Greene County went 3-2 on Saturday at the Ogden Dual Meet Wrestling Tournament to finish fifth among 10 teams. The Rams had a first round bye, then overcame a 24-3 deficit to nip Woodward-Granger, 38-36. A 57-24 victory vs. East Sac County (Lake View) came next followed by losses to Regina Catholic (Iowa City) 53-27 and to Algona by a 71-12 count. The fifth place match was against the host Bulldogs and the Rams won 35-33 to improve to at 5-5 in dual meets on the season.

Snow, ice and freezing temperatures are right around the corner, and the Dallas County Health Department wants you to know how to stay safe this winter. The first step is to dress warmly and stay dry. When going outside, both children and adults should dress in several layers of loose-fitting clothing with a water-proof outer layer.

The annual bake sale and Christmas boutique at the First United Methodist Church in Perry began at noon on Friday and will continue until 6 p.m. and again on Saturday from 8:30-11 a.m., followed by a soup luncheon at 11 a.m. The William Bell TubaChristmas 2023 begins at 1 p.m....

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Saturday is $3.167, a week ago the price is $3.247 , according to AAA.

The Adel-DeSoto-Minburn School Board will meet Monday night. The retiring board meeting will start at 6pm. The Board will examine the financial books and accept the abstract of elections. The organizational meeting will begin at 6:15pm. The meeting will start with the oath of offices for the newly elected school...

PERRY, Iowa — A heavy hitter from the Biden administration paid a visit to central Iowa. U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona was at Perry Elementary School Thursday afternoon. "This visit is to lift up what you are doing here," Cardona said. Perry Elementary was recently named a National Blue...

The Perry School Board will meet on Monday. During the organizational meeting, there will be the election of board president and vice president, along with oaths of office conducted. Then the Board will consider for approval the time and location for the regular board meetings, authorization for signers for financial accounts with Raccoon Valley Bank, board committee assignments, appointment to the Dallas County Conference Board, and the Iowa Association of School Boards Delegate selection.