Vandalism in Creston

by Michael Cooley

Two incidents of vandalism in Creston were reported to Creston Police recently.

Officials say David Buchanan discovered somebody had tried to get into his residence in the 400 block of Wyoming Avenue. The attempt resulted in damage to a vinyl exterior window. According to Buchanan, the incident happened sometime on Sunday night. Total estimated loss in the case is $200.

Meanwhile, vandalism at a Creston business apparently happened on Tuesday night. Officials with the Creston Police Department heard from Michael Seddon who says a flower pot and awning post were damaged at his business located in the 200 block of N. Maple Street. Seddon reports the incident happened between 10:45pm and 11:00pm. Authorities estimate loss at $250.

Creston Man Arrested

by Michael Cooley

A Creston man arrested on Monday afternoon is behind bars. Authorities with the Union County Sheriff's Office say 37-year-old Lee Lemon was apprehended in Creston at 1:00pm. Lemon was wanted on a Department of Corrections warrant for parole violation. He's currently being held in the Union County Jail on no bond.

Counties Declared Disasters

by Michael Cooley

A second declaration disaster for Iowa from President Barack Obama includes two counties in the Creston Radio listening area. President Obama issued the statement regarding the severe winter storm and ice storm that hit in mid-January. The declaration allows for local and state governments, including municipal utilities, to receive financial aid in the cost for emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities.

Adair and Madison counties are both covered under the latest declaration. Adair was already declared a disaster for damages sustained in the Christmas winter storm. The public assistance program covers some of the cost for the disaster. The declaration allows any Iowa counties to apply for assistance through the Hazard Mitigation Grant program, which helps pay for actions taken to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural hazards.