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CRHC welcomes new Endocrinology specialist
(Clarinda) -- Clarinda Regional Health Center officials recently welcome a new specialty healthcare provider to their team. CRHC officials announced recently the addition of Dr. Goral Panchal, a board-certified specialist in Endocrinology to its specialty healthcare professional’s team. A graduate of Smt NHL Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University in Ahmedabad, India, Panchal pursued her postgraduate training in Tennessee and Philadelphia before beginning her career in the United States. Some of Panchal's focus areas include diabetes and gestational diabetes, thyroid disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome, and adrenal problems.
Hunt named 'Top Auctioneering Colonel of the Year'
(Burlington Junction) -- A KMAland auctioneer recently received recognition for excelling in her industry. The International Organization of Top Professionals announced its latest round of awards earlier this month, including recognizing Liz Hunt of Hunt Auctions and Land as the "Top Auctioneering Colonel of the Year" for 2024. The organization gives awards each year to the top professionals worldwide based on their achievements, longevity in the field, and contribution to society. Hunt tells KMA News she was honored and blessed to receive the recognition.
Boil advisory issued for much of southern Clarinda
(Clarinda) -- Some Clarinda residents are under a boil advisory until further notice. Clarinda City Manager Gary McClarnon says due to a water main break, a large part of the south end of Clarinda is under the advisory between Division Street and the south end of city limits spanning from the west city limits to the east city limits. City officials say anyone who was without water anytime between 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tuesday is in the boil advisory.
Shenandoah council reviews proposals for garbage collection services
(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah officials are exploring whether to have trash collection services implement automated side loader trucks. During its regular meeting Tuesday night, the Shenandoah City Council reviewed the bids for a contract of services for the city's solid waste collections, including a pair of proposals from Shenandoah Sanitation--the lone company to submit a proposal to the city. With the current contract expiring July 1st, the council ultimately tabled any action until June 11th to allow for further discussion. Alex Shackleton is a spokesperson for Waste Connections--the parent company of Shenandoah Sanitation. Shackleton says they presented two proposals that covered the same areas they are servicing currently, including residential, commercial, incinerator, and clean-up days, among others. However, one difference in the second option, Shackleton says, would be utilizing an automated side loader, or ASL, truck in the residential areas compared to the current manual rear load trucks.
Shenandoah schools consider unifying girls, boys sports under Mustangs nickname
(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah school officials are exploring unifying their boys and girls sports teams under one mascot. During its regular meeting this week, the Shenandoah School Board heard a presentation from Activities Director Jon Weinrich regarding the potential change. Ever since girls' sports were introduced in the school district in the 1970s, Weinrich says they have used the Fillies nickname. Now, Weinrich tells KMA News the school district's leadership team is considering combining the school's boys' and girls' sports teams under the nickname of Mustangs.
Shenandoah school board backs pay increases for administrators, directors
(Shenandoah) -- Pay increases are set for Shenandoah school officials for the upcoming school year. Meeting in regular session Monday evening, the Shenandoah School Board approved a 3.9% base salary increase for administrators, directors, and non-negotiated staff positions, equating to a roughly $66,000 package increase. The agreement also includes an additional $10,000 base wage increase for IGNITE Administrator Denise Green and an extra $3,000 bump for new Elementary Principal Jordan Newberg. Shenandoah School Superintendent Dr. Kerri Nelson tells KMA News that several factors helped determine the increases.
Meyerkorth leading Rock Port girls in championship chase
(Rock Port) -- Rock Port girls track & field has the pieces to contend for a Class 1 state title. Sophomore Ella Meyerkorth is one of the integral parts of the Blue Jays' loaded lineup. It's been a dream year for the Blue Jays, highlighted by a team title at...
UFR Podcast No. 1962: Jade Spangler, Heidi Jordan, Hudson McLaren
(KMAland) -- Upon Further Review Podcast No. 1962: Friday, May 17th. Should we talk about Scottie Scheffler? & more SPORTS!. State Golf Preview: Jade Spangler, Shenandoah. Iowa Western head softball coach Heidi Jordan. State Golf Preview: Hudson McLaren, Atlantic. Your browser does not support the audio element. Your browser does...
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