HARLAN – The City of Harlan has filed a petition for title to abandoned property, claiming the unoccupied residence has become a nuisance where vermin and rodents gather, posing a danger to health, safety and welfare of the neighboring properties.    Named as defendants in the petition are Sherry L. Behrendt fka Sherry L. Dugan; unknown spouse of Sherry L.

    COUNTY – Shelby County homeowners are dealing with an increase in the number of bats looking to find winter lodging inside their residences.    The Iowa State University Extension Service, Shelby County, said it has been contacted this month by numerous homeowners who are asking for advice on how best to rid their homes of bats.  Extension officials have said now is the best time of year to be working to exclude bats as they migrate and lo

    DENISON -- Phylicia Chatham and Dustin Bruck both of Earling will exchange marriage vows on September 21 at The Stables at Copper Ridge in Denison.    Phylicia is the daughter of Chad and Heidi Chatham, Norwalk; and Lynn and Denise Dickerson, Carrollton, TX. Dustin is the son of Kevin Bruck, Harlan; and Sharon Bruck and Kelly Reynolds, Earling.

    WALNUT -- Larry Freeman will celebrate his 80th birthday at an open house on Saturday, September 28 from 2-4 p.m. at Peace Haven in Walnut.    Friends and relatives are invited to attend. Cards will also reach him if sent to 900 Antique Dr. #212, Walnut, IA 51577.

    PANAMA -- Irene Arkfeld will mark her 95th birthday on September 30. Her family is planning a card shower in her honor. Cards will reach her if sent to P.O. Box 27 Panama, IA 51562. Irene plans to celebrate with family.

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 EXIRA (Sept. 6) -- The Exira-Elk Horn-Kimballton football team evened its non-district record at 1-1 Friday night with an exciting 46-44 home win over Sidney. Spartan senior Creighton Nelson set the tone for a monster evening on the very first play as he took back the opening kickoff for a 70-yard touchdown.

    MORAVIA, IA -- Adam Cave and Mikaela Millslagle both of Ankeny will marry on October 5 at Honey Creek Resort in Moravia.    Mikaela is the daughter of Billie Jo Hovick, Jefferson; and Chip Millslagle, Lamoni. Adam is the son of Marcie Cave, Harlan; and Charlie Cave, Harlan.