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The Audubon County Board of Supervisors are hoping they are closing in on a solution to the roof repair at the courthouse, agreeing Wednesday to have their engineering firm and an area roofer meet to discuss a possible solution.

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Running back David Johnson, who was named an All-Pro and Pro Bowler following a standout 2016 season, announced his retirement from the NFL Sunday. On his Instagram page, Johnson said in part, "I'm looking forward to my next career path in life. I don't know exactly what that will be, but I hope it will bring me the same passion, excitement, and love as football did!" Johnson, 32, was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft. He ran for 581 yards and eight touchdowns as a rookie before his encore performance resulted in a breakout season in 2016. Johnson led the NFL with 2,118 yards from scrimmage that fall -- 1,239 rushing yards, 80 receptions for 879 receiving yards and 20 total touchdowns -- and was named first-team All-Pro and nominated to the 2016 Pro Bowl. Injuries limited him to a single game in 2017 before he rebounded with 1,386 scrimmage yards in 2018. But he only exceeded 1,000 yards once more in his career, during his first season with the Houston Texans in 2020. He last played for the New Orleans Saints in 2022, appearing in five games. Over his eight-year career, Johnson rushed for 4,071 yards and 39 touchdowns, adding 277 receptions for 2,805 yards and 18 touchdown catches. He ranks 10th in career rushing yardage with the Cardinals (3,128 yards) and is tied for third in rushing touchdowns (33). --Field Level Media

Audubon, IA

Right Now
69°
  • Humidity: 63%
  • Feels Like: 69°
  • Heat Index: 69°
  • Wind: 10 mph
  • Wind Chill: 69°
  • UV Index: 0 Low
  • Sunrise: 05:55:44 AM
  • Sunset: 08:37:36 PM
  • Dew Point: 56°
  • Visibility: 10 mi

Today

Thunderstorms likely this evening. Then a chance of scattered thunderstorms overnight. Low around 60F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Tonight

Thunderstorms likely this evening. Then a chance of scattered thunderstorms overnight. Low around 60F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Tomorrow

Mostly cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later in the day. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. High 81F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.

Day
Temp
Sun
60°
69°
Sun
69°/60°
Thunderstorms. Lows overnight in the low 60s.

Chance of Rain: 62%

Sunrise: 05:55:44 AM

Sunset: 08:37:36 PM

Humidity: 79%

Wind: SSE @ 11 mph

UV Index: 0 Low

Sunday Night

Thunderstorms likely this evening. Then a chance of scattered thunderstorms overnight. Low around 60F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Mon
61°
81°
Mon
81°/61°
Partly cloudy. Highs in the low 80s and lows in the low 60s.

Chance of Rain: 24%

Sunrise: 05:54:53 AM

Sunset: 08:38:32 PM

Humidity: 71%

Wind: SW @ 8 mph

UV Index: 7 High

Monday Night

Variably cloudy with scattered thunderstorms. Potential for severe thunderstorms. Low 61F. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Tue
48°
74°
Tue
74°/48°
Windy with showers and thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms expected. Highs in the mid 70s and lows in the upper 40s.

Chance of Rain: 87%

Sunrise: 05:54:04 AM

Sunset: 08:39:29 PM

Humidity: 88%

Wind: S @ 22 mph

UV Index: 5 Moderate

Tuesday Night

Partly cloudy. Windy. Low 48F. Winds WNW at 20 to 30 mph.

Wed
48°
72°
Wed
72°/48°
Partly cloudy. Highs in the low 70s and lows in the upper 40s.

Chance of Rain: 15%

Sunrise: 05:53:17 AM

Sunset: 08:40:24 PM

Humidity: 58%

Wind: WNW @ 13 mph

UV Index: 8 Very High

Wednesday Night

Mostly clear. Low 48F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.

Thu
58°
78°
Thu
78°/58°
Plenty of sun. Highs in the upper 70s and lows in the upper 50s.

Chance of Rain: 5%

Sunrise: 05:52:31 AM

Sunset: 08:41:18 PM

Humidity: 52%

Wind: SSE @ 10 mph

UV Index: 8 Very High

Thursday Night

Partly cloudy skies early will give way to occasional showers later during the night. Low 58F. Winds SE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50%.

Fri
49°
75°
Fri
75°/49°
Rain with a few rumbles of thunder. Highs in the mid 70s and lows in the upper 40s.

Chance of Rain: 67%

Sunrise: 05:51:48 AM

Sunset: 08:42:12 PM

Humidity: 71%

Wind: S @ 14 mph

UV Index: 5 Moderate

Friday Night

Scattered thunderstorms in the evening. Partly cloudy skies overnight. Low 49F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 60%.

Sat
55°
75°
Sat
75°/55°
Mix of sun and clouds. Highs in the mid 70s and lows in the mid 50s.

Chance of Rain: 18%

Sunrise: 05:51:07 AM

Sunset: 08:43:04 PM

Humidity: 61%

Wind: ENE @ 10 mph

UV Index: 8 Very High

Saturday Night

Partly cloudy skies early giving way to a few showers after midnight. Low around 55F. Winds light and variable. Chance of rain 30%.

When it comes to weeknight dinners, simplicity is key. This one-pan meal combines juicy lemon garlic chicken with a colorful medley of roasted vegetables for a stress-free dinner that's bursting with flavor. With minimal prep and cleanup required, it's the perfect recipe for busy evenings when you need a wholesome meal on the table fast.

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, finding moments of peace and tranquility can feel like a luxury. However, even in the midst of chaos, taking just a few minutes to pause and connect with ourselves can make a world of difference for our mental well-being. This 5-minute calming breath meditation offers a simple yet powerful practice to help you ground yourself, release tension, and cultivate a sense of inner calm. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or simply in need of a moment of stillness, this meditation can be your oasis in the midst of a busy day.

WEST DES MOINES — Many health risks — like sitting too much, eating unhealthy foods and smoking — can be avoided. Other health threats — like not being able to get certain prescription medicines — are out of our control and can wreak havoc.

The Iowa Beef Industry Council and the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association are proud to announce the 15th Annual Iowa’s Best Burger Contest. Nominations will be taken from Monday, February 12 to Tuesday, March 12.

President Joe Biden has offered his most direct recognition of the anguish American college students are feeling over the Israel-Hamas war. Biden said during a commencement address Sunday at historically Black Morehouse College in Atlanta that he has heard the students' voice of protest and that scenes from the conflict in Gaza break his heart, too. The speech, and a separate he's giving later Sunday in Detroit, are part of a burst of outreach to Black constituents by the president. Black support for Biden has softened since he was elected in 2020. There were scattered demonstrations over the war but the Morehouse ceremony was not disrupted.

Sean “Diddy” Combs admitted Sunday that he beat his ex-girlfriend Cassie in a hotel hallway in 2016 after CNN released video of the attack, saying in a video apology he was “truly sorry” and his actions were “inexcusable.” The music mogul, who cannot be charged over the attack, said he takes full responsibility for his actions in a video statement posted to Instagram and Facebook. The video aired by CNN Friday shows Combs, wearing only a white towel, punching and kicking the R&B singer who was his protege and longtime girlfriend at the time. The footage also shows Combs shoving and dragging Cassie, and throwing a vase in her direction.

An Israeli airstrike has killed 27 people in central Gaza, mostly women and children, and fighting again rages across the north. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces criticism from the two other members of his War Cabinet over the war that is now in its eighth month. Popular centrist War Cabinet member Benny Gantz has threatened to leave the government if a plan for Gaza, including a postwar vision, isn't created by June 8. U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan has met with Netanyahu to discuss a plan for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel and help the Palestinian Authority to govern Gaza.

A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other officials apparently has crashed in the mountainous northwest reaches of his country. It sparked a massive rescue operation Sunday in a fog-shrouded forest as the public was urged to pray. Raisi was traveling in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province. State TV said the crash happened near Jolfa, on the border with with the nation of Azerbaijan. He had been at the inauguration of a dam. The likely crash comes as Iran under Raisi and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei launched an unprecedented drone-and-missile attack on Israel last month and has enriched uranium closer than ever to weapons-grade levels. Meanwhile, Iran has faced years of mass protests against its Shiite theocracy over an ailing economy and women’s rights.

An Israeli airstrike has killed 27 people in central Gaza, mostly women and children, and fighting again rages across the north. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces criticism from the two other members of his War Cabinet over the war that is now in its eighth month. Popular centrist War Cabinet member Benny Gantz has threatened to leave the government if a plan for Gaza, including a postwar vision, isn't created by June 8. U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan has met with Netanyahu to discuss a plan for Saudi Arabia to recognize Israel and help the Palestinian Authority to govern Gaza.

Elon Musk has traveled to Indonesia’s resort island of Bali to launch Starlink satellite internet service in the world’s largest archipelago nation. Wearing a green Batik shirt, Musk was greeted Sunday with a garland of flower petals at a community health clinic in Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali, where he launched the Starlink service alongside Indonesian ministers. Indonesia has been trying for years to secure deals with Musk’s Tesla on battery investment and for Musk’s SpaceX to provide fast internet for the country’s remote regions.