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OPPD Workers Return From Helping Utilities In Iowa/Illinois
The Omaha Public Power District crews that went to Iowa and Illinois to assist with power restoration efforts after damaging storms are returning home to Nebraska. OPPD officials say that 17 employees were dispatched to Iowa and Illinois after thousands of people lost electricity following a derecho earlier this month. Officials say mutual aid is about utilities helping utilities restore power to customers.
Commodity prices hex Rural Mainstreet Index
(Omaha) -- One of KMAland's leading indicators still shows the region's economy stuck in the mud. Creighton University's Rural Mainstreet Index report sank below growth neutral for the 11th straight month. The survey of bank CEOs in a 10-state region--including Iowa, Nebraska and Missouri--show July's overall reading at 41.3--down from 41.7 in June, and lowest reading since November, 2023. Speaking on KMA's "Morning Line" program Monday morning, Creighton University Economist Dr. Ernie Goss says weak agricultural commodity prices are the main culprit behind the continued economic doldrums.
Senator Brewer’s Weekly Update
During the recent Nebraska Game and Park Commission’s meeting in Ogallala, they announced a new species hunting season will begin in 2025. There will be two seasons for Mountain Lions. The first season will begin in January and end in February. If a female has not been harvested, a second season from 15-31 March will be held.
Catch these Game and Parks Education Events in August
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission educators have scheduled interesting and engaging events for the curious in August. Don’t forget to purchase a vehicle park entry permit to enter the state parks, except one is not required to park in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances.
Northwest Missouri State University study finds gaps in pediatric mental health resources
Northwest Missouri State University researchers, in partnership with Mosaic Life Care, recently completed an assessment of pediatric mental health resources in area counties that found gaps exist in resource availability and other barriers preventing access to mental health care for children. “Northwest is a strong supporter of the community and...
Humboldt hosting Richardson County 4-H & FFA Junior Fair
(KLZA)--The 2024 Richardson County 4-H & FFA Junior Fair take place this week in Humboldt at the Fairgrounds. The Ag Building is located at 1034, 4th Street in Humboldt. Monday - July 22: 9 a.m. - Horse Show and Static Exhibit judging. Tuesday - July 23: 9:30 a.m. - Favorite...
WarHorse casino in Omaha to open on August 6
The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has greenlit the opening. US.- The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission has voted unanimously to set the opening date for the new WarHorse Casino in Omaha. The gaming facility will open its doors on August 6 and will operate 24 hours a day. WarHorse...
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