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11-06-19 – 216 Main Street – Sanborn
This property will be sold at sheriff’s sale on November 6, 2019 at 12:15 p.m. The sale will take place in the lobby of the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office. Successful bidder should be prepared to pay for the property at the time of sale by certified check or cashiers check from their lending institution. The property is not available for viewing prior to the sale. As with all sheriff’s sales, bidders should seek legal advise prior to bidding.
Notice of Sheriff’s Levy and Sale
Beth Wittrock retires
After 11 years of service as the head cook at the O’Brien County Jail Beth is retiring. Co-workers and family gathered to wish her well.
OCTOBER 15, 2019 AT 12:15 – SALE OF COUNTY PROPERTY – SHELDON
OPEN HOUSE
Monday, September 30, 2019
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
************ THE SALE WILL TAKE PLACE AT: 1220 2ND AVE, SHELDON **************
The O’Brien County Sheriff will sell the property to the highest bidder. The minimum bid to be accepted will be $30,000. The successful bidder must pay by cashier’s check and will be given a Quit Claim Deed and abstract to the property. Questions about the sale can be directed to the O’Brien County Engineers Office at 712-957-3425.
09-18-19 -420 1st Street N.E. – Primghar
**** ALL OF THE DEFENDANTS RIGHT, TITLE, AND INTEREST WILL BE SOLD *****
This property will be sold at sheriff’s sale on September 18, 2019 at 12:15 p.m. The sale will take place in the lobby of the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office. Successful bidder should be prepared to pay for the property at the time of sale by certified check or cashiers check from their lending institution. The property is not available for viewing prior to the sale. As with all sheriff’s sales, bidders should seek legal advise prior to bidding.
Notice of Sheriff’s Levy and Sale
Sutherland man killed in tractor rollover
NEWS RELEASE
On July 10, 2019 at about 6:00 p.m. the O’Brien County Communications Center received a call of a farm accident at the intersection of 420th Street and Van Buren Avenue, Sutherland, Iowa. When Sheriff’s Officers arrived at the scene they found a 4020 John Deere tractor upside down in the north ditch. The tractor had a bush mower mounted on the 3 point hitch.
It was determined that Gary Lee Jungjohan, age 78, had been mowing the north shoulder of 420th Street when the tractor he was operating rolled into the ditch on top of Jungjohan. The O’Brien County Medical Examiner pronounced Jungjohan dead at the scene. The Sutherland ambulance and a Paullina Police Officer also responded to the scene. The accident is being investigated by the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office.
O’Brien County Fireworks Information
The July 4th holiday will be here soon. We have collected information from the towns in the county and have listed their ordinances pertaining to fire works. We have also included a copy of the Iowa State law that details what is permitted in areas not covered by a city ordinance and provided a copy of the description of what is considered Consumer Fireworks. The O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office will strictly enforce the fireworks law within the county this holiday season. Fireworks are only allowed at specific times on specific days. Please read the ordinances and see what rules apply to your situation. If you have any questions contact your local law enforcement agency. Take a few minutes and review the following safety tips and have a safe and happy 4th of July. Sheriff Allen Schuknecht
State of Iowa Code 727.2 Fireworks
Iowa Code 100.19 Consumer Fireworks
City of Calumet – no City Ordinance – Follow State law.
07-31-19 at 12:15 – 313 S. Morse Ave. – Calumet
This property will be sold at sheriff’s sale on July 31, 2019 at 12:15 p.m. The sale will take place in the lobby of the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office. Successful bidder should be prepared to pay for the property at the time of sale by certified check or cashiers check from their lending institution. The property is not available for viewing prior to the sale. As with all sheriff’s sales, bidders should seek legal advise prior to bidding.
Notice of Sheriffs Levy and Sale
Jennifer Langenfeld Celebrates 25 years with the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office
On April 4th Jennifer Langenfeld celebrated 25 years with the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office. Her daughter, Molly arranged a surprise party that was attended by friends, family, and coworkers. Jennifer has been a very valuable asset to the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office. Her dedication and commitment to her job is reflected in her work. Thank you Jennifer for 25 years!
05-01-2019 at 12:15 – 810 Washington Ave. – Sheldon
This property will be sold at sheriff’s sale on May 1, 2019 at 12:15 p.m. The sale will take place in the lobby of the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office. Successful bidder should be prepared to pay for the property at the time of sale by certified check or cashiers check from their lending institution. The property is not available for viewing prior to the sale. As with all sheriff’s sales, bidders should seek legal advise prior to bidding.
Notice of Sheriff’s Levy and Sale
